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RECOGNIZING SAMUEL lege, Ms. El-Assar traveled to Mexico in Sep- The vast majority of veterans will tell you HICKENLOOPER, TYLER JOHN- tember 2013 where she will be teaching until that they have received the quality of care that SON, AND ALEXANDER MAURITS May 2015. they have earned and deserve at VA health The Fulbright Program, sponsored by the centers. But anything less than 100 percent HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER U.S. Department of State, is supported by the satisfaction for our veterans is not good OF OHIO United States, participating foreign govern- enough. That’s why we must swiftly and deci- ments and the private sector. Established by sively investigate these alarming reports of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Congress in 1946, the Program’s purpose is to mismanagement at the Department of Vet- Friday, May 30, 2014 ‘‘build mutual understanding between the peo- erans Affairs. I will do anything and everything Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ple of the United States and the rest of the I can to live up to that standard. But I will not recognize Samuel Hickenlooper, Tyler John- world.’’ Fulbright awardees are selected for lump truly dedicated, hard-working public serv- son, and Alexander Maurits for designing the academic excellence, professional achieve- ants together with those who have failed in 8th District of Ohio’s winning application for ments or demonstrated leadership in their their fundamental obligation to serve and care the 2014 Congressional Science, Technology, fields. for our veterans. I will not throw the baby out Engineering, and Math (STEM) Competition, I commend Ms. El-Assar for her commit- with the bathwater—and I do not believe ‘‘The House App Contest.’’ The three Ross ment to education, and I thank her for rep- America’s veterans want us to do that either. High School students developed a mobile app resenting the United States through the Ful- f called, ‘‘The Cryptographer,’’ which allows bright Program in Mexico. COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, users to teach themselves various types of f AND RELATED AGENCIES APPRO- digital encryption and decryption. Their entry PRIATIONS ACT, 2015 was selected from many submitted throughout H.R. 4031 the 8th District of Ohio. Entries were reviewed SPEECH OF by an independent panel of judges and evalu- HON. XAVIER BECERRA ated based on innovation, appeal, production OF CALIFORNIA HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY quality, and presentation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This year marked the first year of the Con- Friday, May 30, 2014 gressional STEM Competition. Established by Thursday, May 29, 2014 this House in 2013, the competition is a na- Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, I voted against The House in Committee of the Whole tionwide event that engages students’ cre- H.R. 4031, a bill named the ‘‘Department of Veterans Affairs Management Accountability House on the state of the Union had under ativity and encourages their participation in consideration the bill (H.R. 4660) making ap- STEM education fields. Our first competition in Act of 2014’’, because I don’t throw babies out propriations for the Departments of Com- the 8th District could not have been a success with the bathwater. merce and Justice, Science, and Related without this year’s judges: Dr. James Kiper; Let me explain. When our fellow Americans Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- Dr. Cathy Bishop-Clark; Mike Stahr; and Kurt put on our country’s uniform in service to our tember 30, 2015, and for other purposes: Johnson. I would like to thank them for their nation, we owe it to them to repay that serv- Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. service throughout this year’s competition, and ice. When these Americans retire the uniform, Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to the amend- for their continued dedication to STEM edu- as veterans they deserve everything a grateful ment offered by the gentleman from Texas. cation. nation can offer—our love, respect, gratitude As a longtime supporter of the Census Bu- Education in the STEM fields is critical to and, just as importantly, the care and attention reau’s work and the American Community preparing America’s students to enter a com- they may now need upon coming home. Survey, I urge the Committee to keep this sur- petitive global economy. STEM fields are the Reports that the Department of Veterans Af- vey as current law provides. future of job creation in this country, and I ap- fairs failed to provide many of our veterans the The ACS is a vital resource for all of us in preciate how competitions and opportunities, care and service they have earned are more Congress, the federal agencies, and private such as the Congressional STEM Competition, than disturbing, and if true, warrant decisive businesses. encourage our young people to take on tech- action. With facts in hand, our government The accurate, timely data collected through nical challenges that will help them develop must be prepared to move swiftly to right the this survey is the basis for over $415 billion al- proficiency in these areas. As I’ve said before, wrong and hold people accountable. located by the federal government to states we can’t have a strong economy without pre- H.R. 4031 is a bill which is being portrayed and localities—over two-thirds of all federal paring the next generation to fill the jobs and as a fix to the troubling reports of mismanage- grant funding. drive the innovations that will keep America ment and mistreatment at VA facilities. It is Accurate data ensures that these federal competitive. hardly that. H.R. 4031 would go well beyond dollars go where they are needed—and where Again, congratulations to this year’s winners giving the Secretary of Veterans Affairs the Congress intended. This amendment would and thank you to all who participated in this authority to fire personnel in this particular undermine the accuracy of the ACS and de- year’s competition. I look forward to seeing case of potential mismanagement. This bill prive our agencies of this vital information. what innovations next year’s Congressional makes permanent and reactionary changes to But it’s not just government. The U.S. STEM Competition will bring. longstanding rules governing the hiring and fir- Chamber of Commerce and its members know f ing of people holding positions of public re- the value of census data. The Chamber stated sponsibility. It would paint responsible, hard- that ‘‘ACS data points are critical for business RECOGNIZING MS. ALIA EL-ASSAR working public servants with the same brush decision-making and long range planning.’’ as those who may have recklessly mis- Businesses from restaurants, to retailers, to HON. DANIEL WEBSTER managed VA services. developers know that accurate information OF FLORIDA If H.R. 4031 became law, the Secretary of about our population is critical for their mar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Veterans Affairs could hire or fire someone keting and expansion activity. This amend- based on a whim. It would forever and irrep- ment would remove a crucial recourse that Friday, May 30, 2014 arably damage our ability to hire and retain helps businesses expand and create jobs. Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is the best and brightest based on merit and ex- What’s more, we know what would happen my privilege to recognize one of my constitu- perience. This bill would bring back the dark if this amendment passes. ents, Ms. Alia El-Assar, for her reception of an days when hiring and firing decisions within In 2003, the Census Bureau tested a vol- English Teaching Assistantship through the our federal workforce were driven by political untary ACS to disastrous results. Response Fulbright Program. A student at Rollins Col- influence and patronage. rates plummeted by at least 20 percent, and

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E880 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 30, 2014 in 2012, the Bureau estimated that a voluntary ers, Lt Col Warren. This incidence is generally local attractions, and 86 attended seven-week survey maintaining the current reliability would regarded by Civil Rights historians as a sem- sessions of Adventures in Learning on sub- cost taxpayers an additional $120 million each inal moment in the drive toward full integration jects such as A History of the Early Christian year. of the Armed Forces and later as a model for Church, The Civil War, Going Green, The War A voluntary response survey would espe- civil disobedience of the Civil Rights Move- of 1812 and other Lesser Known Wars, Up In cially undermine our information about rural ment. Space and Under the Sea, and other topics. areas and low-income households. The Cen- For seven decades, Lt Col Warren was a Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join sus Project estimates that with the change living legend as a proud American, a deco- me in recognizing the Shepherd Center of An- proposed by this amendment, the Bureau rated veteran, and as both a member and rep- nandale-Springfield for the services which en- could not publish data for up to 40 percent of resentative of the valiant Tuskegee Airmen. able older adults in our community to age in all counties in the country. Even in retirement James continued his self- place and enjoy their golden years with dignity Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to look be- less service, tirelessly promoting the accom- and independence. I thank the many volun- yond the quick headline or talking point, and plishments of the Tuskegee Airmen and all Af- teers and sponsors who generously dedicate truly understand the importance of the Amer- rican American participation in armed conflicts their time, efforts and resources to the welfare ican Community Survey. across the globe and sharing his infectious of our neighbors. The value of their contribu- For policymakers, for researchers, for busi- passion for flight with the next generation of tions cannot be overstated and are deserving nesses—this data set helps answer our most Vacaville youth. of our highest praise. pressing questions. The challenges he faced, fought for, and f This misguided amendment will undermine overcame are a true inspiration. the ACS and deprive all Americans of this I invite my colleagues to join me as I offer IN RECOGNITION OF WORLD WAR critically important information. my condolences to his loving family, Xanthia, II VETERAN ANGELO ‘‘ABE’’ BARONE FOR RECEIPT OF THE f his wife of 61 years, and sons, James, Stew- art and Dwayne and daughter, Sharron. He FRENCH LEGION OF HONOR HONORING LIEUTENANT COLONEL will be greatly missed. His legacy will live on MEDAL JAMES WARREN as a source of inspiration for generations to come. HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT HON. JOHN GARAMENDI I wish Lieutenant Colonel James Warren OF PENNSYLVANIA OF CALIFORNIA ‘‘high flight.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Friday, May 30, 2014 Friday, May 30, 2014 RECOGNIZING THE 10TH ANNIVER- Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, it brings me SARY OF THE SHEPHERD’S CEN- today to honor Mr. Angelo ‘‘Abe’’ Barone, a sadness and honor to pay final tribute to Lieu- TER OF ANNANDALE-SPRING- native of Pottsville, Pennsylvania, for his out- tenant Colonel James Warren, USAF (Re- FIELD standing military service during World War II. tired). He died Saturday, May 17, 2014, of Mr. Barone served as a machine gunner with- cancer in Vacaville, California. He was 90. HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY in the U.S. Army’s 80th Division in the Euro- James served 35 years in the United States pean theater. He bravely fought in seven bat- OF VIRGINIA tles, including the Battle of Normandy, and Air Force during World War II, Korea and Viet- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nam as a Tuskegee Airman, the first African helped in liberating France from Nazi occupa- American aviators in the United States Armed Friday, May 30, 2014 tion. On September 5, 1944, Mr. Barone was Forces. During his distinguished career, Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- injured in combat and captured the following James flew over 12,000 hours and 173 com- ognize the 10th anniversary of the Shepherd’s day by German forces. He was held as a pris- bat missions. He was the first navigator to Center of Annandale-Springfield (SCAS) and oner of war for eight months. bring home a group of American POWs from to thank its volunteers for their many contribu- In recognition of his heroic service on North Vietnam aboard ‘‘Homecoming One,’’ tions to the Northern Virginia community. Es- French soil, Mr. Barone was named a Cheva- and flew the Apollo 14 crew from splashdown tablished in 2004 by a coalition of religious in- lier of the French Legion of Honor by France. near American Samoa back to the Manned stitutions, foundations and non-profits, SCAS Mr. Barone received the medal from Consul Space Center in Houston, Texas. Throughout is a non-profit interfaith organization that pro- General of France Olivier Serot Alme´ras at a this extensive career James was awarded nu- vides services to help older adults continue liv- ceremony at the French Embassy in Wash- merous medals for his exceptional service, in- ing independently. SCAS also offers programs ington, DC on May 8, 2014. He was one of 15 cluding the Distinguished Flying Cross with that supply opportunities for enrichment, learn- veterans to receive the honor. The Legion of two Oak Leaf Clusters, three Meritorious Serv- ing, and socialization. Services are available Honor, created in 1802 by Napoleon Bona- ice Medals, the Air Medal with eleven Oak free of charge to anyone age 50 or older who parte, is the highest military distinction offered Leaf Clusters and the Air Force Commenda- resides in the local community. by France. I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking tion Medal. The services and programs offered by this James Warren was a man of humble begin- extraordinary organization help to ensure that Mr. Barone for his courageous service during nings, born on August 16, 1923, into the ra- our seniors stay connected to the community the Second World War. And I extend my sin- cially segregated world of Gurley, Alabama. through promotion of active lifestyles, ongoing cere congratulations to Mr. Barone for his hav- His mother worked hard to save enough social integration, and availability of resources ing been designated a Chevalier of the French money to buy him a bus ticket to Highland for older residents to use their experience, Legion of Honor. Park, Illinois, when he was 15 years old. training, and skills in significant roles in soci- f After graduating from high school, he en- ety. SCAS volunteers provide transportation IN MEMORY OF DR. MAYA listed in the aviation cadet program, arriving at for seniors who need rides to medical appoint- ANGELOU Tuskegee Army Air Field, Alabama in Novem- ments and other essential activities, ‘‘Handy ber of 1942. Soon after in March of 1943, Helper’’ services for seniors who need help HON. AL GREEN James was commissioned as a Second Lieu- with basic household tasks, and ‘‘Friendly OF TEXAS tenant in the Army Air Force, later graduating Calls’’ to home-bound seniors. Social and en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from Hondo Navigation School in August of richment programs include bi-monthly lunch- 1944 and assigned to the 477th Bombardment eons featuring musical programs or guest Friday, May 30, 2014 Group, Medium. speakers, day trips to local areas of interest, Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Unfortunately despite his extensive military and educational seminars. would like to honor the memory of an excep- accomplishments, James’ biggest battles were Last year, SCAS volunteers, board mem- tional individual whom I had the distinct pleas- to break down the barriers of segregation. In bers and staff devoted approximately 2800 ure to meet—a great artist and compassionate 1945, James and his fellow African American hours of their time to serve our seniors. Driv- intellectual, Dr. Maya Angelou. With extraor- members of the 477th attempted to integrate ers provided 253 rides for local seniors, taking dinary compassion, Dr. Angelou used her art an all-white Officers’ Club at Freeman Army them mostly to medical appointments. More to portray communities, conditions, and indi- Air Field. The incident led to the arrest of 102 than 225 lunches were served at six Lunch N’ viduals that were often overlooked by main- officers, including one of its instrumental lead- Life programs. 63 seniors enjoyed day trips to stream society.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E881 Dr. Angelou’s wisdom and eloquence in- consideration the bill (H.R. 4660) making ap- more than $1.7 million. The county was reim- spired countless people around the world to propriations for the Departments of Com- bursed through the State Criminal Alien As- better understand themselves and their neigh- merce and Justice, Science, and Related sistance Program—not the full amount, mind Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- you, but about $130,000. Unfortunately, the bors. Dr. Angelou was also an influence and tember 30, 2015, and for other purposes: friend to many leaders throughout her life; an President’s budget proposal would entirely unyielding advocate for tolerance, equality, Mr. BARLETTA. Madam Chair, I speak zero out that funding, leaving localities like justice, and integrity in the face of intractable today in support of H.R. 4660, the Depart- Luzerne County stuck with the whole bill for intolerance. ments of Commerce and Justice, Science, and locking up illegal immigrants who had broken Mr. Speaker, we bid farewell to a singular Related Agencies Appropriations Act of 2015. the law. Let us remember that these are illegal voice and world renowned poet. However, we Though we are not voting on a perfect piece immigrants who would not be around to break can all find solace in the certainty that Dr. of legislation, which rarely is the case, I will the law in our communities if the Federal Gov- Angelou’s timeless works and example will in- enthusiastically support this measure because ernment were doing its job enforcing our bor- spire generations to come. Her spirit will con- I believe it accomplishes a number of goals ders and immigration laws in the first place. tinue to animate her words and her life will re- that are very important to me and my constitu- Also at my request, this CJS bill restores that main a testament to the power of persever- ents back home in the 11th District of Penn- funding, and in fact increases it by $30 million, ance. sylvania. to a total of $210 million. This is by no means As was highlighted in a recent lengthy story f a full reimbursement, but it is an improvement, in the New York Times, my home town of Ha- and it is certainly better than the President’s WILLARD HIGH SCHOOL MUSIC zleton is just like many cities of its size across proposal to defund the program altogether. EDUCATION AWARD the country—it is home to a persistent and Madam Chair, the CJS appropriations bill growing heroin problem. And just recently, also places greater emphasis on programs HON. BILLY LONG Pennsylvania’s attorney general teamed up that protect women from violence and exploi- with a variety of law enforcement agencies to OF MISSOURI tation. It contains $425.5 million for Violence run Operation Rising Star, which was aimed at Against Women Prevention and Prosecution IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cracking down on the illegal drug trade. That’s programs, representing an increase above ex- Friday, May 30, 2014 why I am pleased that the bill recognizes the isting funding and an amount above the Presi- Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- recent surge in heroin use, overdose deaths, dent’s request. We will also build on efforts to ognize the Willard Public School District on and trafficking, and encourages the Drug En- combat sex trafficking by providing a landmark being named one of the Nation’s Best Com- forcement Agency to increase its use of task increase in Victims of Trafficking grants of four munities for Music Education by the National forces to address the increasing heroin epi- times the President’s requested amount. All Association of Music Merchants (NAMM). demic. U.S. Attorneys will have to participate in an Chris Church has served as the band direc- And, Madam Chair, as we all know, where anti-trafficking task force, and the Department tor for 32 years at Willard High School. Out of there are illegal drugs, there will be gangs. of Justice will be required to continue col- 1,200 students who attend Willard High I’ve been working closely on a bipartisan ap- lecting evidence of ’honor violence’ against School, more than 500 are involved in band, proach to gangs in my district, with Demo- women in this country. choir or both, with more still involved in other cratic State Senator John Yudichak, through a There are a great many items to be pleased fine arts programs such as visual arts and the- program called ‘‘Operation Gang-Up,’’ which with in this funding bill, Madam Chair. I have ater. seeks to educate parents, educators, students, mentioned but a few of them, but there are Willard was one of three schools from Mis- and communities about the dangers of gangs, many others with which I agree—increased souri to be honored. While other school dis- warning signs of gang activity, and prevention emphasis on STEM Education, the continued tricts’ music programs are hit with cutbacks, techniques. At my request this bill, in addition prohibition against the transfer or release of music education funding has been protected to funding the FBI’s Safe Streets Task Forces Guantanamo Bay detainees to the United at Willard. and the National Gang Intelligence Center, al- States, dedication to Lyme Disease research, I would also like to take this opportunity to locates $10 million for regional task forces. In and youth mentoring programs. say thank you to the teachers, students, ad- this way, Federal, State, and local law en- The bill contains $51.2 billion in funding by ministrators and the community of Willard for forcement agencies can continue to do the im- prioritizing programs and spending, and saves the support they have provided. portant work of attacking gangs where they more than $398 million over the enacted fiscal I am honored to recognize Willard Public live and grow, and protect our children and year 2014 level. School District on their efforts which led to the neighborhoods. I urge passage of the bill. community being named one of the Nation’s And speaking of protecting our neighbor- f Best Communities for Music Education by the hoods and public safety, I think it’s worth not- RECOGNIZING THE 30TH ANNIVER- NAMM foundation. ing that this bill calls on the Department of SARY OF OUR DAILY BREAD f Justice to investigate discretionary enforce- ment decisions of the Department of Home- PERSONAL EXPLANATION land Security. This is particularly relevant HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY OF VIRGINIA given the recent news that the Immigration IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ROBERT HURT and Customs Enforcement Agency had re- Friday, May 30, 2014 OF VIRGINIA leased more than 36,000 illegal immigrant in- mates who had been found guilty of a total of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- almost 88,000 crimes. Those crimes included ognize the 30th Anniversary of Our Daily Friday, May 30, 2014 116 homicides, 43 counts of voluntary man- Bread. Our Daily Bread (ODB) is a non-profit Mr. HURT. Mr. Speaker, I was not present slaughter, and one classified as ’homicide-will- organization whose primary focus is combat- for rollcall vote No. 254. Had I been present, ful kill-public official-gun.’ We should know ting hunger and poverty in Fairfax County, Vir- I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ more about why dangerous criminals have ginia. f been released into our neighborhoods. The organization began in 1984 as a tem- Reforming immigration laws has been the porary homeless shelter that rotated among COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, center of a lot of talk in Washington these several churches in the area. As permanent AND RELATED AGENCIES APPRO- days, and most of that has to do with the mil- organizations and programs developed to as- PRIATIONS ACT, 2015 lions of illegal immigrants who are already sist the homeless in Fairfax County, ODB rec- present. One part of that discussion that is ognized a need that was going unmet—serv- SPEECH OF usually left out is how local governments must ing those families who, while not homeless, HON. LOU BARLETTA deal with illegal immigrants who are arrested were in financial crisis and in danger of ‘‘falling OF PENNSYLVANIA and incarcerated in local jails and prisons. through the cracks.’’ ODB’s leadership ob- Just this March, the Times Leader news- served that many people work hard but live IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES paper of Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania reported paycheck-to-paycheck. Any kind of unex- Wednesday, May 28, 2014 that my home county, Luzerne County, pected expense, such as a car repair, rent The House in Committee of the Whole housed 184 illegal immigrants in the county’s hike, or medical cost can throw them into a fi- House on the state of the Union had under correctional facility last year, costing taxpayers nancial crisis.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E882 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 30, 2014 Today, the families ODB helps are likely to IN RECOGNITION OF JENA IRENE accomplishments and wishing them ongoing be members of the working poor, the elderly, ASCIUTTO, MALAYA WATSON, success as they continue to pursue their disabled, and those who unexpectedly found AND SAM WOOLF FOR THEIR dreams. themselves in crisis due to job loss, debt, or OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCES f health issues. ON AMERICAN IDOL’S THIR- More than half of those served are children. TEENTH SEASON CONGRATULATING MR. PAUL W. ODB’s programs offer the temporary assist- FERGUSON ON HIS SELECTION ance families need to recover from a crisis, HON. GARY C. PETERS AS PRESIDENT OF BALL STATE stay in their homes, and maintain their self- UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN sufficiency. ODB strives to prevent homeless- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness with a three-tiered approach; providing HON. LUKE MESSER food assistance, financial assistance, and, ulti- Friday, May 30, 2014 OF INDIANA mately, financial literacy training. ODB also Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provides back-to-school supplies for low-in- rise with pride to recognize three outstanding Friday, May 30, 2014 come school children and holiday assistance. students, with Michigan roots, whose vocal tal- These programs meet the short-term food and Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ent earned them spots in the coveted finals of congratulate Paul W. Ferguson on being se- financial needs that often accompany job loss American Idol for its thirteenth season. and ill health, while also educating clients lected as the 15th President of Ball State Uni- For more than a decade, teens from across versity. about ways to prepare for such financial crises America have been using the stage of this in the future and return to self-sufficiency. Mr. Ferguson has had a long and distin- great competition to share their musical gifts guished career as an educator and college ad- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me with people across our country. American Idol in commending Our Daily Bread for 30 years ministrator. He was an Assistant Professor of has been the proving ground for many young Pharmacology and Toxicology at the Univer- of service to and in thanking the staff, volun- vocal artists who have gone on to make ca- teers, community partners, financial supporters sity of Louisiana, Monroe (ULM), where he reers in the extremely competitive music in- was instrumental in establishing the first un- and sponsors for contributing their time, en- dustry. This year, Jena Irene Asciutto of Farm- ergy, and resources to this worthwhile organi- dergraduate toxicology program in the South. ington Hills, Malaya Watson of Southfield and zation. After working as Senior Toxicologist for Sam Woolf, originally of West Bloomfield, Unocal Corporation in Los Angeles, he re- f have demonstrated the incredible talent that turned to Louisiana and served as an award HONORING JOE GLIK FOR HIS exists amongst the youth of Michigan’s Four- winning Professor and Head of the Division of YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE teenth Congressional District and the Greater Pharmacology and Toxicology at ULM. Paul TO SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS Detroit area. would go on to hold many leadership positions Paying homage to the incredible vocal talent there, as well as at the University of Nevada, HON. WILLIAM L. ENYART of Detroit’s past, Malaya Watson began her Las Vegas, and the Edwardsville campus of OF ILLINOIS journey on American Idol by singing Ain’t No Southern Illinois University (SIUE). During his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Way from Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul. time at SIUE, the university received national As the daughter of a professional guitar play- Friday, May 30, 2014 recognition for its academic innovation, culture er, an active member of Detroit’s Mosaic of assessment and commitment to continuous Mr. ENYART. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Youth Theater, and a tuba player in her high quality improvement. ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Joe school marching band, it is clear that Malaya’s In 2011, Mr. Ferguson became the 19th Glik and in recognizing his many years of passion for music began at a young age and President of the University of Maine. President community service and leadership in south- is a significant part of her life. Having made it Ferguson demonstrated an ability to accom- western Illinois. to the final eight contestants, Malaya is one of plish high quality results with a student-cen- Joe Glik is Chairman of the Board and ‘‘pa- the youngest finalists in American Idol history. tered approach to leading while at Maine. triarch’’ of Glik’s, a family owned retail busi- Sam Woolf, who spent his early years grow- Their loss will be Ball State’s gain. ness started by Joe’s grandfather out of his ing up in West Bloomfield, comes from a fam- I ask the entire 6th Congressional District to horsedrawn wagon in 1897 and now employ- ily with a long history of musical talent. Sam’s join me in welcoming Paul and his wife, ing over 500 people, with 62 stores in 9 great-grandfather, Sammy Woolf, was a well- Grace, to Indiana, and congratulating him on states. known bandleader in Detroit, and his uncle, being selected as Ball State’s next President. The Glik’s business model is for the stores Randall Woolf, is a composer. Sam’s great- We wish you the best of luck in this next ad- to be connected to the communities where uncle was a particularly prominent musician in venture! they do business and Joe Glik has led by ex- ample through his leadership and community Greater Detroit’s Jewish community. With his f involvement in the Tri-City area of Illinois he top-five finish in this year’s American Idol com- INTRODUCTION OF RESPONSIBLE calls home. The Glik family was a long-time petition, Sam has undoubtedly made his fam- GSE AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN- supporter of St. Elizabeth Hospital (now, Gate- ily, the community of West Bloomfield and his VESTMENT ACT OF 2014 way Regional Medical Center) in Granite City, current neighbors in Bradenton, Florida proud. Illinois and Joe served as chairman of the For Jena Irene Asciutto, this year’s Amer- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY hospital building fund and president of its lay ican Idol competition has been a magical ride—one that took her all the way to the fi- OF NEW YORK board. In 1993, the hospital recognized Joe’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES support and contributions to the hospital and nale. It is clear that Jena Irene’s love and pas- Friday, May 30, 2014 his community by awarding him the De La sion for music began long before her Amer- Roche Award. ican Idol debut. From age 12 to 16, Jena Irene Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, Joe Glik’s community service has also in- was an active member of the band Infinity I rise today to introduce the Responsible GSE volved the Tri-Cities Area United Way, where Hour and has been an annual participant in Affordable Housing Investment Act of 2014. he served as the Annual Fund Chairman and her school’s Coffee House talent show. As This bill would take away an incentive for President of the Board of Directors. He has she prepares to graduate from North Farm- the Government Sponsored Enterprises been recognized for his community and busi- ington High School, Jena Irene’s outstanding (GSEs)—Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac—to ness leadership by being named a Distin- performances on American Idol have brought make investments that would lead to a de- guished Business Alumni from the Washington great pride to her family, her friends and to crease in affordable multifamily housing units. University School of Business. many across the State of Michigan and our In particular, the bill would curtail Fannie and While Joe Glik still serves as Glik’s Board Nation. Freddie’s ability to invest in future deals—like Chairman, the company is actually now in its Mr. Speaker, again, it is a pleasure to rise in the case of Stuyvesant Town/Peter Cooper 4th generation of Glik family leadership and and recognize the outstanding talent of Jena Village in my district—that do not result in an looking forward to passing the torch to the 5th Irene Asciutto, Malaya Watson and Sam increase in, or preservation of, affordable generation, with the headquarters remaining in Woolf, who have inspired aspiring young vo- housing. Granite City. calists from across the country to hone their Since 1992, the GSEs have been required Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me vocal talents and pursue their dreams. I join to meet certain affordable housing goals each in wishing Joe Glik well and thanking him for their family, friends, and many in the Greater year. ‘‘Housing goals credit’’ is awarded nu- a lifetime of community service. Detroit community in expressing pride of their merically based on the types of transactions

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E883 that they enter into. The GSEs, in turn, make and Ariana Goddard. Hunter broke the Mis- Governor’s Commission for the Future of decisions about their investments based on souri all-time high male score with 296 points. Higher Education in Virginia, a member of the whether these investments would be eligible Brice finished 5th in the high school male divi- Virginia Business-Higher Education Council for such housing goals credit. sion with a score of 287 and Ariana finished and former Trustee of the George Mason Uni- In 2007, Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac in- 3rd in the female division with 286 points. versity Foundation. His leadership activities vested in a $22 billion commercial mortgage- I want to take this opportunity to say thank also include having served on the board of backed securities (CMBS) transaction that you to the team’s head coach, Kaycia Wool- The Greater Washington Board of Trade, as contained the debt on the Stuyvesant Town/ sey, the assistant coach, David Woolsey, and chairman of the Governor’s Regional Eco- Peter Cooper Village project. The deal was athletic director, Jeff Kabance for their dedica- nomic Development Advisory Council for one of the largest CMBS deals ever; Fannie tion and leadership. Northern Virginia, as a director of the Air & Mae and Freddie Mac’s participation as senior I am honored to recognize the Sarcoxie Space Heritage Council, member of the North- debt holders of $3 billion was critical. High School Archery Team for winning their ern Virginia Transportation Alliance, chairman At the time of the deal it was clear that the second straight state championship. of the Arlington County, Virginia, Planning Stuyvesant Town property was overlever- f Commission and chairman of the Fairfax aged—the debt on the property was larger County, Virginia, Engineering Standards Re- than the rental income it was receiving. After 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF NORTHERN view Committee. For his service, he has re- the transaction closed, over the course of sev- VIRGINIA FAMILY SERVICE ceived numerous accolades, including the eral years, the new owners of the property en- George Mason University Mason Medal and gaged in aggressive tactics to convert afford- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY ‘‘Northern Virginian of the Year’’ by New Do- able units to market rate so that they could in- OF VIRGINIA minion magazine. crease their rental income—yet the GSEs re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ceived affordable housing goals credit for this Friday, May 30, 2014 in commending NVFS for 90 years of service investment. The investment on the part of the to our region’s most vulnerable families and GSEs secured completion of the deal and the Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today congratulating this year’s deserving honorees. GSEs were incentivized to make it because of to recognize the 90th anniversary of Northern I also thank the staff, volunteers, sponsors, the housing goals credit they received. Virginia Family Service and to commend the and community partners for their dedication The GSEs should be incentivized to invest 2014 Community Champion and Legends of and ongoing support of NVFS. in projects that actually do increase or pre- Northern Virginia honorees. Since its founding f serve affordable housing. That is what my bill by community volunteers in 1924, NVFS has will do. It will require the Federal Housing Fi- addressed the growing needs of communities INTRODUCING A RESOLUTION TO nance Agency to rewrite its rules for distrib- throughout our region. NVFS works to improve EXPRESS CONDOLENCES AND uting housing goals credit so that Freddie and the lives of its clients through a variety of pro- SUPPORT FOR ASSISTANCE TO Fannie cannot receive credit for investments grams in five mission initiatives: housing, child THE VICTIMS OF THE HISTORIC like the one they made in the Stuyvesant and family enrichment, health access, emer- FLOODING IN THE WESTERN Town project. It would also require the GSEs gency assistance, and workforce development. BALKANS to use the same underwriting standards for in- Today, more than 36,000 individuals and fami- vestments in the secondary market that they lies receive assistance each year. HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS do for their direct investments which are much In 2013, NVFS led a coalition of nonprofits OF FLORIDA stricter. That way, the GSEs won’t invest in that trained volunteers to help the public learn IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the secondary market in projects where the about and sign up for health insurance cov- rental income is insufficient to cover the pay- erage through the Affordable Care Act. In just Friday, May 30, 2014 ments on the debt on the property. a few months, these volunteers held more Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. Speaker, this bill addresses a critical than 2000 enrollment sessions with clients. rise today to introduce a resolution to express component of GSE decision-making when it The Community Champion Award is a rec- condolences and support for assistance to the comes to their investments: whether or not ognition given each year to someone who has victims of the historic flooding in the Western they will receive housing goals credit. It does made immeasurable contributions to children Balkans, which began on May 13, 2014. The not prohibit them from making investments, it and families in Northern Virginia. This year, record rainfall caused widespread flooding in merely says that if those investments do not this award will be presented to Lauren E. Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Republic of Cro- lead to an increase or a preservation of afford- Peterson. Following her family’s philosophy of atia, and the Republic of Serbia, leading to able housing, the GSEs cannot receive credit giving back to the communities in which it thousands of landslides, massive destruction, for them. lives and works, Ms. Peterson has consistently and loss of life. f been involved with major charities in the To date, the flooding has claimed over 40 Washington Metropolitan area. She was a lives and impacted over 500,000 people CONGRATULATING SARCOXIE HIGH Member of the Northern Virginia Family Serv- across the region, particularly in western Ser- SCHOOL ARCHERY TEAM ice Board of Directors for 12 years. Her cur- bia and eastern Bosnia and Herzegovina. The rent charitable activities include: Vice Chair, equivalent of three months of rain fell during HON. BILLY LONG Life with Cancer Board; Secretary, Wash- the course of three days, making this the OF MISSOURI ington International Horse Show; Board Mem- worst flooding event seen in Serbia and Bos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ber, Teach for America; Board member, Char- nia and Herzegovina since recordkeeping Friday, May 30, 2014 ity Works; Board Member, Inova Foundation; began 120 years ago. Tens of thousands Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Committee Member, Inova Cancer Services; across the region remain displaced or home- ognize the Sarcoxie High School Archery and Committee Member, Rainbow Therapeutic less and, according to the Red Cross, many Team for winning their second state cham- Riding. lack access to clean water and electricity. pionship in a row. Sarcoxie started their arch- Sidney O. Dewberry will be honored as a The Bosnian Foreign Ministry has reported ery program last year, winning a state cham- Legend of Northern Virginia for decades of that the flooding has rendered 100,000 build- pionship their first year in existence. As a leadership in commercial, civic, charitable, and ings unusable, and that 500,000 people have team, this year they shot a score of 3396, academic endeavors in the Washington D.C. evacuated or fled their homes amidst the on- breaking the record they set last year by 57 region. In 1956, Mr. Dewberry founded a plan- going state of emergency. points. ning, engineering, and surveying firm that On May 27, 2014, the Government of Ser- Sarcoxie’s archery team competed against bears his name and is widely known as an in- bia declared three days of national mourning, 81 other schools. They competed in a field of dustry leader in the greater Washington metro- having described the situation in the country over 1,300 archers with 51,000 arrows shot politan area. He is a founding member and as ‘‘catastrophic.’’ It estimates that at least during the competition. Sarcoxie is a Class 2 former chairman of the Engineers & Surveyors 25,000 people have evacuated, particularly in school that competes in the high school divi- Institute, and the George Mason University the town and municipality of Obrenovac, and sion against all high schools in Missouri, re- Urban Systems Engineering Institute, now that the flooding has caused over 100,000,000 gardless of size or enrollment. known as the Civil Engineering Institute. He is Euros ($140,000,000) in damage to the I would also like to recognize the individual Rector Emeritus of the George Mason Univer- Kolubara coal mine that supplies the Kostolac performances by Hunter Berry, Brice Dobbs sity Board of Visitors, a past member of the power plant. Efforts continue to protect the

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E884 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 30, 2014 Kostolac power plant and the Nikola Tesla HONORING MASTER SERGEANT held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba or construct power plant, which provides half of the na- KEININGHAM any facility in the U.S. to house any detainee tion’s electricity, from the waters of the over- held at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba. Roll No. 254 flooded Sava River. HON. BILL FLORES No—Amendment 742 by Rep. Blackburn Furthermore, an estimated 100,000 land- OF TEXAS (A053) to reduce by 1 percent each amount made available by the bill, except funding for mines remaining from the Balkan conflicts of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the 1990s have been lost or dislodged due to the FBI, fees and expenses for witnesses, Friday, May 30, 2014 landslides, causing great concern for public public safety officer benefits, and the US safety. Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Trustee System Fund. Roll No. 255 In response, the United States Government honor retired United States Marine Corps Cor- No—Amendment 744 by Rep. Blackburn has provided assistance through the Office of poral and United States Air Force (USAF) (A055) to prohibit the use of fluids for oper- U.S. Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA) to Master Sergeant Jack Keiningham who ation, renovation, or construction at Thomson the Serbian Red Cross, as well as from the passed away on September 30, 2007. Correctional Facility in Illinois. Roll No. 256 Under Secretary of State for Public Diplomacy Master Sergeant Keiningham knew from an Yes—Amendment 745 by Rep. Bonamici and Public Affairs. Additionally, U.S. Embassy early age that he wanted to join the military (A056) to prohibit the use of funds to prevent funds have been used to purchase sandbags and serve our country. On July 2, 1942, he a State from implementing its own State laws and other material assistance, with Embassy enlisted and served in F Company, 2nd Bat- that authorize the use, distribution, posses- volunteers dedicating their time to filling hun- talion, 6th Marines, 2nd Division, where he sion, or cultivation of industrial hemp, as de- dreds of sandbags in suburbs threatened by was quickly promoted to the rank of Corporal. fined in section 7606 of the Agricultural Act of Sava River flooding. The United States Gov- Master Sergeant Keiningham courageously 2014. Roll No. 257 Yes—Amendment 748 by Rep. Rohr- ernment has further provided OFDA assist- fought and served our nation during World abacher (A059) to prohibit the use of funds to ance to Bosnia and Herzegovina, as well as War II, where he was wounded in the Battle prevent certain States from implementing their boats, food, and supplies through the U.S. of Saipan. During his service, he was highly own State laws that authorize the use, dis- Agency for International Development (USAID) awarded and decorated with the Navy Cross, tribution, possession, or cultivation of medical and Department of Defense. Silver Star, Purple Heart, Navy Presidential Unit Citation with Two Stars, Marine Good marijuana. Roll No. 258 Mr. Speaker, Bosnia and Herzegovina, the Conduct Medal, American Defense Service No—Amendment 750 by Rep. George Hold- Republic of Croatia, and the Republic of Ser- Medal, American Campaign Medal, Marine ing (A061) to prohibit the use of funds to bia share an increasing commitment to core Asiatic Pacific Campaign Medal with Three transfer or temporarily assign employees to democratic values, reconciliation, and Euro- Stars, and the Marine WWII Victory Medal for the Office of the Pardon Attorney for the pur- pean integration. The United States expresses his bravery in the call of duty. pose of screening clemency applications. Roll deep sympathy to all those affected by the After an honorable discharge from the Ma- No. 259 flooding in the Western Balkans for the terrible rine Corps due to the injuries he received dur- Yes—Amendment 754 by Rep. Massie loss of life and massive destruction, as well as ing the Battle of Saipan, he enlisted in the (A065) to prohibit the use of funds in con- a continued desire to provide essential assist- United States Air Force (USAF) where he travention of section 7606 of the Agricultural ance along with that of other nations and or- earned the rank of Technical Sergeant. While Act of 2014 by the Department of Justice of ganizations to help their countries recover in the Air Force, he was awarded the USAF the Drug Enforcement Administration. Roll No. from this tragedy. Outstanding Unit Ribbon, two USAF Good 260 Conduct Medals, the Vietnam Service Medal, No—Amendment 756 by Rep. Southerland f the USAF Longevity Service Ribbon with 4 (A067) to prohibit the use of funds to develop, INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION: Bronze Oak Leaf Clusters, and the USAF approve, or implement a new limited access TO MAKE PERMANENT THE Small Arms Expert Marksmanship Ribbon. privilege program that are not already devel- STATE AND LOCAL SALES TAX After retiring from active duty, he continued oped, approved, or implemented for any fish- DEDUCTION his service in the Air Force Reserve as a ery under the jurisdiction of the South Atlantic, Technical Sergeant and retired with the rank Mid-Atlantic, New England, or Gulf of Mexico of Master Sergeant. On September 30, 2007, Fishery Management Council. Roll No. 261 HON. STEPHEN LEE FINCHER Master Sergeant Jack Keiningham was laid to Yes—Amendment 759 by Ellison (A070) to OF TENNESSEE rest. He will forever be remembered as an prohibit use of funds to enter into a contract with any person whose disclosures of a pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American hero who dedicated his life in serv- ice to our country. ceeding with a disposition outlined in the Fed- Friday, May 30, 2014 America thanks him and his family for their eral Awardee Performance and Integrity Infor- mation System include the term ‘‘Fair Labor Mr. FINCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to service and sacrifice for our country. Standards Act’’. Roll No. 262 introduce my bill to make the state and local As I close, I ask everyone to continue pray- Yes—Amendment 763 by Grayson (A074) sales tax deduction permanent. Simply put this ing for our country during these difficult times to prohibit the use of funds to compel a jour- is a matter of fairness. The families of Ten- and for our military men and women who pro- nalist or a reporter to testify about information nessee shouldn’t pay more in federal taxes tect us from external threats and our first re- or sources that the journalist or reporter states because our state chooses to have a sales tax sponders who protect us from internal threats in a motion to quash the subpoena that he instead of an income tax. This is just not equi- right here at home. has obtained as a journalist or reporter and table. By making this deduction permanent we God bless our military men and women, and that he regards as confidential. Roll No. 263 can bring certainty to families in Tennessee, God bless the United States of America. No—Amendment 767 by Rep. Duffy (A078) bring certainty to the tax code, and give fami- f to prohibit the use of funds to relinquish the lies the time they need to plan their budgets. PERSONAL EXPLANATION responsibility of the NTIA with respect to Inter- Mr. Speaker, in 2011, over 556,000 Ten- net domain name system functions, including nessee filers claimed the deduction for state HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN responsibility with respect to the authoritative and local sales tax and reduced their taxable root zone file and the Internet Assigned Num- income by $1.23 billion. These families de- OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bers Authority functions. Roll No. 264 serve fair treatment and certainty in the tax No—Amendment 768 by Rep. Garrett code. Friday, May 30, 2014 (A079) to prohibit the use of funds by the De- My legislation will give these families the fair Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I would have partment of Justice to enforce the Fair Hous- treatment they deserve, by malcing the state voted on the following votes had I been in at- ing Act in a manner that relies upon an allega- and local sales tax deductions a permanent tendance, on H.R. 4660, Commerce Justice, tion of liability under C.F.R. 100.500. Roll No. part of the federal tax code. Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations 265 Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues in the Act, 2015. No—Amendment 770 by Rep. Steve King House to support me in passing my legislation Yes—Amendment 738 by Rep. James (A081) to prohibit use of funds in contraven- to make permanent the state and local sales Moran (A049) to strike sections 528 and 529 tion of section 642(a) of the Illegal Immigration tax deductions in order to ensure American which prohibit the use of funds to be used to Reform and Immigrant Responsibility Act of families are treated fairly by the tax code. transfer or release any detainee who is or was 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1373(a)). Roll No. 266

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E885 No—Amendment 771 by Rep. Meadows RECOGNIZING WALNUT GROVE Three lives tragically cut short. One young (A082)—At the end of the bill (before the short HIGH SCHOOL LADY TIGERS BAS- boy left to face life alone without his parents. title), insert the following: SEC.—. None of the KETBALL One moment of poor judgment by an inatten- funds made available by this Act ***. Roll No. tive third party—nothing, absolutely nothing in 267 HON. BILLY LONG that text could’ve been worth the cost of three Yes—Motion to Recommit with Instructions. OF MISSOURI lives not yet fully lived. No—Final Passage. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor the lives Friday, May 30, 2014 of Alex and Maritza Alvarez, to commend the f courage of a young boy, Alex Alvarez Jr., who Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- still I’m sure struggles to make sense of the IN RECOGNITION OF THE SAC- ognize the Walnut Grove High School Lady Ti- loss he has suffered, and urge the residents of RAMENTO HOUSING ALLIANCE’S gers Basketball Team for winning the Missouri the 23rd District of Texas and our entire Na- 25TH ANNIVERSARY Class 1 Girls State Championship. tion not to text and drive. The Lady Tigers clinched back-to-back state championships after defeating North Andrew f HON. DORIS O. MATSUI with an impressive final score of 84–49. Mem- OF CALIFORNIA bers of the team include Heather Harman, RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNIVER- Lexi Harman, Madisyn Freeze, Karsyn Hejna, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SARY OF THE NOVA-ANNANDALE Miranda Allison, Megan Shuler, Audree Crain, SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Friday, May 30, 2014 Ellen Hayter, Raylie Hejna, Shelby Harman, Carrigan Comstock, Mikayla Louderbaugh, Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY recognize the Sacramento Housing Alliance as and Katelynn Garoutte. Through their hard work and discipline on they celebrate the 25th anniversary of their OF VIRGINIA and off the court, the Lady Tigers developed founding. As supporters of this organization IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES into a truly great championship team. The gather to celebrate, I ask all my colleagues to Lady Tigers ended the season 28–4. Friday, May 30, 2014 join me in recognizing the Sacramento Hous- I also want to commend Head Coach Rory Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- ing Alliance for their incredible service to the Henry for a job well-done on developing such Sacramento region. memorate the 20th anniversary of the NOVA- a strong basketball program. Annandale Symphony Orchestra. The Orches- For 25 years, the Sacramento Housing Alli- I am proud to recognize the school and the tra was originally formed in 1994 as a collabo- ance, along with its community partners, have players on their victory, and applaud the hard rative arrangement between the Northern Vir- addressed a variety of issues surrounding af- work that has brought them so much success. ginia Community College (NOVA) Annandale fordable housing, homelessness, environ- I urge my colleagues to join me in congratu- Campus and the Reunion Music Society. Led mental justice, regional equity, land use, hun- lating the Walnut Grove Lady Tigers as they by award-winning Music Director Christopher ger and community empowerment. Founded in celebrate their Class 1 Girls State Champion- Johnston since 1996, the NOVA-Annandale 1989, the Sacramento Housing Alliance pro- ship. Symphony Orchestra has performed a wide vides advocacy, education, leadership devel- f opment and civic engagement to homeless range of music embracing different cultures and low-income communities throughout the IN REMEMBERANCE OF ALEX AND and heritages and is the ‘‘Orchestra-in-Resi- Sacramento metropolitan region. MARITZA ALVAREZ AND OLGA A. dence’’ at the Richard J. Ernst Community The Sacramento Housing Alliance has VALDEZ Cultural Center on the Northern Virginia Com- achieved a number of accomplishments that munity College’s Annandale Campus. have benefitted thousands of individuals. In HON. PETE P. GALLEGO Over the years, the orchestra has grown in 2001, their efforts led to Sacramento County’s OF TEXAS size, repertoire, and prominence in the greater adoption of the landmark Inclusionary Housing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Northern Virginia community. The Orchestra is composed of members of the community, as Ordinance, which required affordable housing Friday, May 30, 2014 in new housing developments be made avail- well as NOVA students for whom the ensem- Mr. GALLEGO. Mr. Speaker, this week able to individuals and families with low-in- ble is a laboratory for the orchestral repertoire. marks the second anniversary of the passing comes. In 2012, the Sacramento Housing Alli- The Orchestra performs a wide variety of of three constituents of the 23rd District of ance collaborated with other community-based music from around the world, demonstrating Texas who died in a tragic accident on May organizations to host the region’s first Home- its versatility and its goals of presenting com- 26, 2012—Alex Alvarez, his wife, Maritza Al- less Employment Summit, where over 100 positions of little-known composers and offer- varez and her mother, Olga A. Valdez. I rise businesses and community partners partici- ing programs of seldom-heard music rep- today to speak in their honor. resenting a range of cultures. pated and led to many homeless individuals I honor their lives. Like all of us, they sought Throughout its two decade history, the or- getting jobs. Additionally, the Sacramento a better life. They worked hard to achieve suc- chestra has performed on and off campus, Housing Alliance recently launched its Afford- cess. Like many of us, they were parents who premiered numerous works, created scholar- able Housing Campaign, which addresses cur- longed to see their son and grandson grad- ships, provided opportunities for young solo- rent housing issues, such as the dissolution of uate from high school, go off to college, get ists, and generated unique multi-cultural redevelopment agencies in California, the lack married, and generally succeed at life. events designed to reach diverse audiences. It of affordable housing options, and rising family Unfortunately, they got none of the above. is most unusual for a community college to homelessness. Most recently, in 2013, the Their deaths were caused by a person who maintain a full symphony orchestra, and the Sacramento Housing Alliance has taken part was texting and driving. Poor judgment orchestra’s quality and enduring place in the in the Sacramento Coalition for Shared Pros- caused a terrible tragedy. The lone survivor of Northern Virginia community are now widely perity, which seeks a comprehensive Commu- this horrific car accident was Alex and recognized. nity Benefits Agreement for the Sacramento Maritza’s young son, Alex Jr. Entertainment and Sports Complex, to help Alex and Maritza were hard workers. Alex At the orchestra’s anniversary concert this ensure that good jobs, affordable housing, and was a native son of the border, having been year, the symphony orchestra will perform a environmentally sound developments are born in Eagle Pass, Texas. He worked in the concert entitled ‘‘Scotland and the Sea.’’ In- available for everyone in the community. IT department of the Fort Duncan Regional cluded in the program is the debut of a sym- Mr. Speaker, as they gather for their 25th Medical Center. phonic work by students of the Fairfax Acad- anniversary and awards celebration, I am Maritza was also a native daughter of the emy for Communications and the Arts. pleased to honor the Sacramento Housing Alli- border region. She was born in Piedras Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ance and its members for their longstanding Negras, Coahuila, Mexico, the sister city to in congratulating the NOVA-Annandale Sym- commitment and service to the entire Sac- Eagle Pass. She worked in Eagle Pass as a phony Orchestra on the occasion of its 20th ramento region. I ask my colleagues to join dental assistant. Anniversary and in thanking the musicians, me in wishing them continued success in cre- Olga A. Valdez was born in San Luis Potosı´, volunteers and supporters for their efforts to ating positive, lasting change throughout the Mexico. She was a devoted grandmother, preserve and enrich the music and culture of Sacramento region. mother, and sister. Northern Virginia.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E886 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 30, 2014 PERSONAL EXPLANATION The club changed its name to AAA Northern speak out on behalf of the economic and so- California, Nevada & Utah, or AAA in 2008. cial justice issues that are vital to creating op- HON. AL GREEN However, it still legally retains the California portunity and ensuring fairness in our society. OF TEXAS State Automobile Association name. I offer my best wishes to Bob and his wife, In 2013, the insurance company changed its IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Moe and look forward to the next chapter in name to CSAA Insurance Group, a AAA In- advancing the causes they devote their lives Friday, May 30, 2014 surer. In 2014 the California State Automobile to. Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Association or the CSAA Insurance Group, a f missed the following votes: AAA insurer, celebrates 100 years of sup- 1. Pompeo amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I porting the insurance needs of AAA members. COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on this The CSAA employs more than 3,500 Ameri- AND RELATED AGENCIES APPRO- amendment. cans and sells AAA-branded insurance in 23 PRIATIONS ACT, 2015 2. McNerney amendment to H.R. 4660. Had States and Washington DC. The CSAA Insur- I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on ance Group, one of the Nation’s most long- SPEECH OF this amendment. standing property and casualty insurance com- HON. FRANK R. WOLF 3. Bridenstine amendment to H.R. 4660. panies, provides auto and home insurance to OF VIRGINIA Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ nearly 2.4 million Americans. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on this amendment. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu- 4. King (IA) amendment to H.R. 4660. Had lating CSAA Insurance Group on its 100th an- Wednesday, May 28, 2014 I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on niversary of providing quality insurance to AAA The House in Committee of the Whole this amendment. members. Their history of providing quality House on the state of the Union had under 5. Cohen amendment No. 1 to H.R. 4660. service and security for their members has consideration the bill (H.R. 4660) making ap- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ benefited us all. I look forward to a rich future propriations for the Departments of Com- on this amendment. of continued success by CSAA. merce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- 6. Cohen amendment No. 2 to H.R. 4660. f tember 30, 2015, and for other purposes: Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this amendment. TRIBUTE TO BOB KING Mr. WOLF. Madam Chair, I want to again recognize and thank all of the staff members f HON. SANDER M. LEVIN who worked on this bill, including the Appro- HONORING THE CALIFORNIA OF MICHIGAN priations Committee staff members as well as STATE AUTOMOBILE ASSOCIATION the associate staff who work in the personal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES offices of the members of our subcommittee. HON. GEORGE MILLER Friday, May 30, 2014 They have all worked hard to help us hold OF CALIFORNIA Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nine hearings in just over a month and then IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mark the distinguished career of Bob King as prepare this bill for markup, the earliest it has the United Auto Workers (UAW) assembles for been advanced by the House in many years. Friday, May 30, 2014 their 36th Constitutional Convention next I would like to again thank the majority staff Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. week. Bob King—as an individual, as a 44- for their hard work, including the subcommit- Speaker, I rise today to honor the AAA North- year Member of the UAW and its President tee’s clerk, Mike Ringler, as well as Leslie ern California, Nevada and Utah, formerly since 2010—vividly represents the proud and Albright, Jeff Ashford, Diana Simpson, Colin known as the California State Automobile As- historic tradition of the UAW. Like his union, Samples and Taylor Kelly. I also want to thank sociation, (CSAA) upon its 100th anniversary he has devoted his life to the rights to work- Bob Bonner and Matt Smith on the minority of supporting the insurance needs of AAA ers, to the fundamental belief in collective bar- staff. They worked together to produce an ex- members. The club is one of the largest motor gaining, to the strength of diversity, and to the cellent bipartisan bill that the committee clubs in the American Automobile Association cause of economic justice and civil and human should be proud of. (AAA) National Federation, serving members rights for all. I also want to recognize my personal office across Northern California, Nevada, and Utah. Bob King combines in his leadership a gen- staff, especially Tom Culligan, Elyse Bauer The club has a long history of having done erous spirit—a kindness—and a tenacious de- Anderson and Dan Scandling. so, tracing its roots to a 1900 meeting of car termination. At his core, he is an organizer in In addition to serving as my office’s legisla- buffs in San Francisco’s Cliff House. Recog- the finest tradition knowing that workers are tive director, Tom Culligan has served as my nizing the need for better roads, given the stronger when their voices are united. He lis- associate staff to the Commerce-Justice- dearth of paved roads, signage, and con- tens broadly, and acts decisively, always with Science (CJS) Appropriations subcommittee sistent traffic laws across the region, those car the best interest of workers at the UAW and since 2008, while I served both as ranking owners formed the Automobile Club of Cali- throughout the U.S. and around the world at member and, more recently, as chairman. fornia (ACC) to deal with barriers that hin- the forefront of his efforts. Tom has been my senior policy adviser on key dered acceptance of the auto throughout the Bob King started his career in his twenties issues this subcommittee has prioritized in re- state. The club’s efforts began to pay off in at Ford Motor Co.’s Detroit Parts Depot and cent years, including counterterrorism, cyber- 1905, when the legislature passed a set of began his electrical apprenticeship in 1972. security and space exploration policy, and I uniform regulations governing the use of motor He joined Local 600 where he later served as have appreciated his strategic focus and vehicles on California highways. This legisla- President. He served three terms as Regional knowledge of these issues. He has also man- tion facilitated safe and efficient movement, as Director and three terms as a Vice President. aged many of my oversight investigations drivers were able to follow a consistent legal He took the lead as the National Organizing while I have chaired this subcommittee, aimed structure. Director and participated in many successful at keeping our country safe and competitive, In 1907, ACC merged into the newly found- negotiations. He has also played a leading as well as preventing waste and abuse at fed- ed California State Automobile Association, role on the international stage bringing to- eral agencies. The bill, report and oversight which formally affiliated with the AAA in that gether the efforts of workers around the globe hearings over the last several years reflect this same year. The new club’s focus was ‘‘Good in common cause. focus and I appreciate Tom’s work on these Roads and Just Legislation.’’ From serving his country in the U.S. Army, issues. CSAA sent teams of cartographers to sur- to serving the workers of the UAW, Bob King Elyse is on her fourth tour of duty in my of- vey California’s roads for the production of is a unique individual who is smart, thoughtful fice. She is my top staffer for my work on the maps, with the first ones produced in 1909. and results-oriented. It has been a privilege to State & Foreign Operations subcommittee as The organization also helped post thousands work alongside of him on so many policy well as the congressional Tom Lantos Human of porcelain on steel traffic signs throughout issues. Mr. Speaker, next week, Bob King will Rights Commission, which I co-chair. Many of the State and continued to do so until the oversee the transition of leadership at the those issues run parallel to the work in the State of California took over the task in the UAW, and while he no longer will serve as the CJS bill. Elyse’s knowledge of Congress and early 1950s. President, I am confident that he will continue world affairs is a huge asset. She also is a CSAA began to offer automobile insurance to serve—and work on behalf of the rights of gifted writer whose words always make me in 1913 and homeowner’s insurance in 1974. workers. I also know that he will continue to sound better.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E887 Dan has served as my chief of staff and Community Association located in Fairfax THE SEEING EYE OF MORRISTOWN press secretary for the last 14 years and has County, Virginia, for earning the 2013 Commu- 85TH ANNIVERSARY been an invaluable manager of my office and nity Association of the Year Award (Very adviser on many issues, including on this bill. Large category) from the Washington Metro- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN Dan has been an outstanding leader of my politan Chapter of the Community Associa- OF NEW JERSEY staff and has helped me ensure that balance tions Institute. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES my responsibilities to the 10th District as well Friday, May 30, 2014 as this subcommittee. He has planned trips The Penderbrook Community Association and travelled with me around the world—in- (PCA) consists of 1,776 single family homes, Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, on al- cluding to China, Iraq, Afghanistan, Sudan and townhomes, and condominiums located in the most any day of the year, if you were to find yourself in the middle of Morristown, New Jer- Egypt—to conduct oversight on U.S. national heart of the Fair Oaks area about 20 miles security and human rights policies. This would sey, you would be almost certain to see a re- west of Washington, DC, and it is home to markable partnership being developed. You not have been possible without Dan’s hard over 4,000 residents. The PCA is a Master work, guidance and support over the years. might notice a well-behaved, bright-eyed Association, which unites seven separate land young dog wearing a special vest as it navi- f bays with exceptional amenities including a fit- gates, with a trainer, the crosswalks and side- RECOGNIZING BOB LAPP ness center, swimming pool complex, golf walks of the bustling Morristown Green. This course, tennis courts, basketball courts, club- dog is being trained to join a long line of dogs HON. JAMES B. RENACCI house, boardroom facility, and tot lots. The as- that have provided a ‘‘seeing eye’’ to thou- sands of Americans under the tutelage of The OF OHIO sociation amenities serve as a hub for a wide variety of community events that offer some- Seeing Eye, a remarkable organization that is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES marking its 85th Anniversary this year. thing for everyone who calls Penderbrook Friday, May 30, 2014 In 1927, Morris Franlc, a young blind man, home. Mr. RENACCI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in read an article about dogs being trained as recognition of Bob Lapp for his nearly 40 In addition to the topnotch amenities, PCA guides for blinded veterans of World War I. years of service to The Timken Company. emphasizes frequent and robust communica- Mr. Frank decided to reach out to the author and dog trainer Dorothy Harrison Eustis for Since joining the company in 1975, he has tions with residents. The PCA employs an help. Ms. Eustis, who was in Switzerland at served in a number of unique positions, rang- interactive website for instant correspondence, the time, agreed to help Mr. Frank if he could ing from supervising general accounting to in- a weekly email newsletter to inform residents come to Switzerland. vestor relations and public affairs. As the out- of local issues, meetings, and events, and an He made the trip and a year later Mr. Frank going Vice President for Government Affairs onsite office to manage day-to-day operations returned to New York City with his dog, and Community Relations, he leaves behind a and provide immediate assistance to resi- ‘‘Buddy.’’ Buddy and Mr. Frank captured the legacy of trustworthiness, honesty, and reli- dents. Resident input and involvement is solic- attention of many reporters as the two proved ability that made him an asset to not only The ited, encouraged, appreciated, and recog- the ability of a guide dog and his master. This Timken Company, but to Northeast Ohio. I nized. Open lines of communication also are partnership among Ms. Eustis, Mr. Frank, and consider Bob a friend and I am grateful for his utilized in an ongoing effort to solicit associa- Buddy would launch an effort that would counsel throughout my time in office. I know I change the world for people who could not can always count on Bob to provide me with tion volunteers for various committees and projects. Volunteerism leads to true commu- see. accurate, relevant information about an issue, In 1929, Dorothy Harrison Eustis, who putting aside politics and getting to the heart nity ownership, fosters friendships, and moti- trained the first dog, returned to America, and of good policy. vates neighbors to serve the common good. with the help of Morris Frank, E.S. Humphrey, Born and raised in Coshocton, Ohio, Bob is The PCA prides itself as an association that and Willi Ebeling, founded The Seeing Eye, a graduate of two great Ohio schools, earning gives back to the community. The clubhouse Inc. on January 29, in Nashville, Tennessee. his bachelor’s degree from Miami University hosts the annual Fairfax County Police Foun- Two years later, The Seeing Eye moved its and his master’s degree from the University of headquarters to Whippany, New Jersey, and Akron. An active member of our local commu- dation Santa’s Ride Banquet, biannual blood drives, and serves as a Fairfax County elec- has remained in the area since then. nity, Bob has served on the board of several A few years after settling into their new organizations including the Ohio Manufactur- tion polling facility. The PCA annually donates headquarters, the organization decided to cre- ers Association, Stark County Government use of the facilities to the Special Olympics for ate a way to reach students, graduates, and Leadership Academy, and the Ohio Steel event practice, and the Penderbrook Club- other interes-ted people in order to share in- Council. He also has chaired the Ohio Pros- house is an official collection site for Toys-for- spirational stories and updates on new devel- perity Project, an organization that educates Tots. opments and programs. In 1935, the Seeing and informs Ohioans about public policy Each year the Washington Metropolitan Eye pubfished the first issue of the Guide issues and elections. Chapter of the Community Associations Insti- magazine, which is published quarterly even Bob’s retirement will allow him to spend today. more time with his family, especially Kaci and tute honors communities that demonstrate ex- On December 8, 1941, the day after the at- his six-month-old granddaughter, Kyli. cellence in all facets of association operation tacks on Pearl Harbor, the Board of Trustees I’d like to thank Bob for his years of hard and governance, and which best represent passed a resolution, ‘‘to supply Seeing Eye work and wish him nothing but the best in re- common-interest community living. There are dogs, without charge, to eligible members of tirement. four categories: Very Large (1,000+ units), the armed forces who lose their sight in the f Large (500–999 units), Medium (150–499 line of duty.’’ Since then, these American he- units) and Small (1–49 units). roes have been given priority over all other RECOGNIZING THE PENDERBROOK applicants. COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION FOR The Penderbrook Community Association The first women’s donnitory opened in 1950, EARNING THE 2013 COMMUNITY was selected based upon a review of the com- allowing women to become students at the ASSOCIATION OF THE YEAR munity’s governance, board procedures, finan- Seeing Eye. Within the first year of the new AWARD FROM THE WASHINGTON cial management, committee structure, crime dormitory opening, one third of the students METROPOLITAN CHAPTER COM- prevention efforts, community communica- were female. MUNITY ASSOCIATIONS INSTI- tions, and insurance preparedness. In 1952, Warner Brothers brought the inspi- TUTE ration story of The Seeing Eye to moviegoers Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me everywhere with the release of the motion pic- in congratulating the Penderbrook Community HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY ture called, ‘‘The Seeing Eye.’’ The Seeing Association for earning this honor and in OF VIRGINIA Eye’s story would inspire other moviemakers thanking the volunteers and Board Members IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES through the years. who devote countless hours toward the ulti- In 1966, Walt Disney filmed the movie, ‘‘Atta Friday, May 30, 2014 mate goal of creating an ideal home and serv- girl, Kelly!’’ on the Seeing Eye campus. Jim Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- ing our entire community. Kutsch, the current president of the organiza- ognize and congratulate the Penderbrook tion, watched this film as a young child. Years

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I have taught myself so much.’’ turned to the story of The Seeing Eye for an- Through their hard work and excellence on Dr. Angelou defied simple labels. She was other film, ‘‘Loves Leads the Way.’’ This 1986 and off the court, the Lady Pirates developed a walking list of careers and passions. In addi- picture depicted the story of Morris Frank and into a truly great championship team. The tion to authoring books, she was an actress, Buddy. Lady Pirates ended the season 30–1, remain- director, playwright, composer, singer and From the beginning, the work of The Seeing ing undefeated in their Class 2 division. dancer. Eye has captured the attention of countless I also want to commend Head Coach Jer- And if that was not enough she was the first Americans, including several who called the emy Mullins and Assistant Coach Billy Redus female and first black streetcar conductor in White House home. In 1930, President Her- for a job well-done on developing such a San Francisco. bert Hoover met with Morris Franlc to learn strong basketball program. In November 2013 Dr. Angelou stole the more about his work. In 1948, Mr. Frank and The Crane community is justifiably proud of show at the National Book Awards in New his third dog (named Buddy III), visited Presi- this extraordinary group of young and talented York when she was presented an award for dent Harry Truman at the White House. In student-athletes. I urge my colleagues to join Outstanding Service to the American Literary 1972, First lady Pat Nixon visited The Seeing me in congratulating the Crane Lady Pirates Community. Eye at its headquarters in Morristown. And in as they celebrate their Class 2 Girls State She was introduced that night by her friend, 1990, President George H.W. Bush named Championship. the famed author Toni Morrison, who said of Dr. Maya Angelou: ‘‘Suffering energized and The Seeing Eye the 138th ‘‘Point of Light’’ in f honor of its corps of volunteers. strengthened her, and her creative impulse One year later, The Seeing Eye marked TRIBUTE TO DR. MAYA ANGELOU, struck like bolts of lightning.’’ several significant milestones, including MENTOR, TEACHER, SOCIAL AC- Mr. Speaker, today we lost one of the ‘‘great matching its 10,000th dog with a student and TIVIST, MOTHER, SISTER, souls’’ which Dr. Angelou often wrote about. I hope it is a comfort to her family that so hiring its first full-time veterinarian, Dr. Dolores WOMAN OF LIGHT many around the world mourn with them at Holle. this sad time. But through our sadness, we The Seeing Eye, Inc. has continuously dedi- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE draw strength from the enduring power of her cated itself to the goals of increasing inde- OF TEXAS own words: ‘‘Just like hopes springing high, pendence and dignity of those who are blind, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES still I’ll rise.’’ providing the best guide dogs possible, edu- Friday, May 30, 2014 On a personal note, who can imagine a cating the public, providing ongoing assistants child who silenced herself for five years be- to both graduates and dogs, and to practice fi- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute and remember one of the most re- cause of a brutal experience in her young life? duciary responsibility. That silence could have ruined her life or The Seeing Eye Inc. is ever dedicated to markable figures of the 20th Century and an example of a life well lived for those coming been a rebirth of her life. their growing conununity through their contin- It was a rebirth. of age in the 21st Century. uous care of each individual, both human and Just like a butterfly she was reborn and Dr. Maya Angelou died this morning at her canine. As the graduates continue on with throughout her life she gave us the gift of her home in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. She their dog guides, The Seeing Eye, Inc. will en- genius. sure that help is always provided, as needed. was 86 years old. So instead of saying good-bye, I say, as Dr. The Seeing Eye, Inc. promises successor I first met Dr. Maya Angelou when I was a Maya Angelou said on January 20, 1993, at dogs to graduates, as well as sends trainers student at Yale University. the inauguration of President Clinton, in her to homes across the U.S. and Canada to help No matter how busy she was—and she was remarkable poem, ‘‘A Rock, A River, A Tree’’: always in demand—Maya Angelou always had with any training-related problem. This remark- Here on the pulse of this new day able organization not only raises and trains time to share with you; as a mentor, a teach- You may have the grace to look up and out er, a social activist, a mother, a sister, a the dogs, but also provides the best research And into your sister’s eyes, into and care for canine health and development. woman of light. Your brother’s face, your country She had a knack of making you feel better As The Seeing Eye marks its 85th Anniver- And say simply sary, it continues to commit itself to providing about yourself and life’s possibilities. Very simply I thank God for her voice, her survival and the best guide dogs, with excellent health and With hope training, and to sustaining excellence in their her spirit and for teaching little girls—with long Good morning. hair, short hair, curly hair, afros or straight field while always seeking improvement. The So long my friend. We will never forget you employees, volunteers, students, graduates, hair—the beauty of all people. Dr. Maya Angelou epitomized what it is to or all you did to make our world a better and guide dogs, look forward to the chal- place. lenges and excitement of the future. be a great American who came from a unique f Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues and different background. to join me in congratulating The Seeing Eye Dr. Maya Angelou was an American origi- HONORABLE GARY GIARDINA as it celebrates its 85th Anniversary. nal, a phenomenal writer, woman of insight, eloquence, and artistry who gave voice to the f HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. rawness and loftiness of our history and our OF NEW JERSEY CONGRATULATING CRANE HIGH humanity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SCHOOL LADY PIRATES BASKET- From the struggles of her youth, through her BALL work in the civil rights movement, to her suc- Friday, May 30, 2014 cess as an author and her time as the Poet Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. BILLY LONG Laureate of the United States, Maya Angelou recognize the Honorable Gary F. Giardina OF MISSOURI embodied personal, moral, and artistic cour- who, after 36 years of service to the people of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES age. Clifton as a member of the Clifton Police Dr. Maya Angelou reminded us of the beau- Force, is being honored for his retirement on Friday, May 30, 2014 ty of diversity and the importance of the black Sunday, June 1, 2014. A life-long resident of Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- experience. She wrote of the cry for freedom, the City of Clifton, Gary Giardina devoted 36 ognize the Crane High School Lady Pirates the experience of womanhood. years to the community that raised him, most Basketball Team for winning the Missouri Her story is the story of America. In the notably serving 4 years as Clifton’s 9th Police Class 2 Girls State Championship. early 1960s, Dr. Angelou moved to Cairo, Chief. I am extremely proud to represent such The Lady Pirates clinched back to back Egypt, where she became the associate editor a noble and committed individual in the 9th state championships after defeating the Sky- of a magazine, The Arab Observer. Congressional District, and I am extremely line Lady Tigers with a final score of 67–52. Dr. Maya Angelou went on to help Malcolm grateful for the service Chief Giardina has Members of the team include Allie Hagler, X establish the Organization of Afro-American contributed to our community.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E889 Chief Giardina’s passion for public service IN RECOGNITION OF JOHN L. cago delayed my flight to Washington, DC began in his teenage years, when he began ‘‘JACK’’ STITZER, RECIPIENT OF until late that night. Had I been present, I training in 1978 through the Comprehensive THE FRENCH LEGION OF HONOR would have voted in favor of H. Res. 599 (Roll Employment and Training Act. His extraor- MEDAL No. 241) and in favor of H.R. 503 (Roll No. dinary work ethic and enthusiasm for public 242). service earned him a permanent spot in the HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT f Clifton Police Department a few short years OF PENNSYLVANIA COMMENDING LOCAL 2014 HIGH later. Not long after his appointment to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SCHOOL GRADUATES FOR THEIR force, his success was dampened by a trau- Friday, May 30, 2014 DECISION TO ENLIST IN THE matic injury when he was run over by a vehi- UNITED STATES ARMY AND OUR cle traveling on Route 3. Doctors concluded Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise COMMUNITY SALUTES OF that the damage would render his entire right today to recognize John L. ‘‘Jack’’ Stitzer, who NORTHERN VIRGINIA FOR arm permanently useless. However, his prog- was honored on May 8 as a Chevalier (Knight) HOSTING THE FOURTH ANNUAL nosis could not stop his passion for public of the Legion of Honor at the French Embassy HIGH SCHOOL ENLISTEE REC- service; he was determined to return to the in Washington, DC by Olivier Serot Almeras, OGNITION CEREMONY police force. He was finally able to return to the Consul General of France. Napoleon Bo- the force after enduring a long brutal battle naparte created the Legion of Honor in 1802 through physical therapy. While life continued when he was first consul of France. Those HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY to present obstacles for then-officer Giardina who qualify for this award aided in the libera- OF VIRGINIA his resilience persisted, even through lay-offs, tion of France during World War II. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES demotions, and even brushes with death until Mr. Stitzer, resident of Gordon, Pennsyl- Friday, May 30, 2014 vania, entered the U.S. Army on May 24, 1988, when he was finally recognized for his Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- incredible tenacity and was appointed to the 1943, and served with the 159th Engineer Combat Battalion. He was stationed in the ognize 50 graduating seniors in my community Narcotics and Patrol Division and promoted to for their record of academic and athletic ac- Sergeant. United States, unaware his unit was preparing to leave for the D-Day invasion in Normandy. complishment and for their admirable decision Over the next decade his skill as a leader Mr. Stitzer served in the Third Army, which to enlist in the United States Army. I also ex- would earn the respect of his fellow officers was commanded by General George S. Pat- press my appreciation to Our Community Sa- and propel him to the rank of Lieutenant ton. Mr. Stitzer remained in Normandy for a lutes of Northern Virginia for providing this op- where he would assume command of the few weeks before his unit of engineers trav- portunity to be among the first to say to each Community Policing Division in 1997. He was elled up the coast to clean the mines off the of these young men and women: ‘‘Thank you.’’ then given the rank of Captain and assigned beaches, and ultimately fought as infantry. He I have had the privilege of working with Our to Field Operations in 2002. As head of the and his unit travelled from Brest to Luxem- Community Salutes of Northern Virginia since Field Operations Bureau, he was responsible bourg and were stationed there until the Battle its inception in 2011. That year my office was for the Patrol, Traffic, and Communications Di- of the Bulge, where Mr. Stitzer was wounded. contacted by one of the founding parents who visions which collectively made up the largest Mr. Stitzer aided in the relief of the 101st upon learning that her son and other students component of officers in the department until Airborne Division, which defended the Belgian at his school who had decided to enlist would he would reach the pinnacle of his career town of Bastogne against the Nazis by cin- not receive any recognition during graduation, when he was appointed as the Chief of Police dering the roads for the tanks throughout the joined with other parents to organize the first in 2010. day and night. He also witnessed the libera- enlistee recognition ceremony of its kind in the region. The first ceremony recognized a total During Chief Giardina’s long career he was tion of the Buchenwald concentration camp in of 9 students. This year, we will recognize 129 also able to continue his education and eam Germany. young men and women who have chosen to a Masters of Administrative Science degree Mr. Stitzer was also honored on May 26, serve our country in uniform. from Fairleigh Dickinson University, and a 2014 as the grand marshal of the Gordon Me- morial Day parade. Mr. Stitzer has received With graduation season upon us, thousands Baccalaureate degree from Jersey City State of young people in my community, and mil- College of Criminal Justice. Chief Giardina is the Good Conduct Medal, Distinguished Unit Badge, American Service Ribbon, Eastern lions across the nation, are preparing for the also a National and State Certified Public next chapter in their lives. Some will pursue Manager. He has always been a strong be- Theater Offensive Ribbon with five Battle Stars, the Purple Heart and World War II Vic- higher education or vocational training, others liever in open communication and cooperation, will seek to enter the workforce immediately, not only within the department but also with tory Medal. He served in Scotland, England, France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Germany, Hol- and many will answer the call to serve their other City, County, State, and Federal Depart- community and their country. ments. Chief Giardina has always said, ‘‘There land and Czechoslovakia until he was dis- charged on December 19, 1945. The United States of America has distin- are no unimportant jobs or people in this guished itself from other nations through the agency. Evetyone plays an essential role in Mr. Stitzer and his wife live in Gordon, Pennsylvania, and have three children. After entrepreneurship and spirit of our people, the success of this Police Department’’. This type knowledge that we can achieve any goal if we leadership is what has made Clifton, New Jer- his service in World War II, he ran his father’s lumber yard and hardware store, and also was set our minds to it, our inherent compassion sey a safe and welcoming place to live. a salesman for Ajax Building Materials for 20 and generosity, our fierce patriotism, and the As Co-Chair of the Congressional Law En- years. extraordinary sacrifices and dedication to forcement Caucus, I have been honored to I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking country exhibited by the members of our work first-hand with him on a long list of public Mr. Stitzer for his outstanding service for our Armed Forces. The young men and women safety issues in my district. Chief Gary country, and for risking his life during World from our community who will be enlisting pos- Giardina has always exemplified the virtues War II to fight in France. He serves as a role sess an abundance of each of these qualities. that merit all of his accomplishments. He has model and inspiration to all, and I offer my sin- I join with their families and friends in con- been a leader, a mentor, and friend to many cere congratulations to him on this momen- gratulating and commending the following of us and I am honored to have worked with tous occasion. graduates on their enlistment in the United a man of such integrity. f States Army: Matthew Ainslie, Daniel Alt, Chardai Adora The job of a United States Congressman in- PERSONAL EXPLANATION Anderson, Gustabo Arguera Granados, volves much that is rewarding, yet nothing RaJhan Jubar Atkinson, David Barber, Dustin compares to recognizing and commemorating HON. RON KIND Barnes, Luke Battle, Anthony Boothby, Na- the achievements of individuals such as Chief thaniel Macques Bradford, Andrew Brown, Gary F. Giardina. OF WISCONSIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lam Hoai Bui, Jamie Nicole Cabling, Matthew Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join our col- Carrero, Thomas James Cleary, Gloria leagues, Chief Giardina’s coworkers, family Friday, May 30, 2014 Cruces-Johansson, Caleb Downing, Oscar and friends, all those whose lives he has Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I was unable to Gonzalez, Daniel Hemmingson, Kyle Hodges, touched, and me, in recognizing the career of have my votes recorded on the House floor on Mitchell Henry Johnson, Romulo Grame Chief Gary F. Giardina. Wednesday, May 28, 2014. Weather in Chi- Jovero, Nershon Kamara, Hunter McConchie,

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The team at Ocean Spray Cran- odds were stacking up against Rudder’s suc- Scott, Javil Glendon Zanniek Seaton, Billy berries has worked extensively with non-profits cess. Gene Sims, Gregory Sorbara, Peter Jordan to expand U.S. agricultural exports. In this The Rangers were miserable, cold, wet and Stefanov, Philip Suarez, Samuel Crawford way, Ocean Spray Cranberries has been a seasick; some bleeding from injury but none Taylor, Avery Tillman, Mark Tull, Elliot Wood, leader in the global promotion of exports in wavered. Their mission: to conquer the cliffs at Stephen Wooldrige, Edwin Xicotencatl, Clem- American agriculture and serves as a model Pointe-du-Hoc and find the big German guns. ent Yeboah. for other domestic exporters. Their achieve- The guns could reap havoc on later landings. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ments have also enabled Ocean Spray Cran- No longer was the weather their only in applauding the courage and dedication of berries to employ many Americans, including enemy. As the first shoe print was made in the these graduates and in assuring them and many Massachusetts cranberry growers, pro- wet sand of Normandy, the Rangers came their families that the full support and re- viding valid solutions to the issue of national under brutal fire from atop the cliffs as the sources of the U.S. Congress and the Amer- unemployment. Ocean Spray has long been enemy chunked grenades down at them. The ican people will be behind them on every step vital to the Commonwealth’s community and men had to resist the urge to take out the ma- of their journey in defense our nation’s free- region’s economy. chine guns because the primary mission was dom. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize to climb. Fifteen men were already lost in the f Ocean Spray Cranberries for receiving the crossing of the beach. Divided into three units, President’s ‘‘E Star’’ Award for Exports. I ask Lt. Col. Rudder prepared to lead the Provi- HONORING THE 60TH ANNIVER- that my colleagues join me in offering con- sional Rangers, task force A of 250 men up SARY OF JOE AND FLO HALL gratulations. the cliffs. They moved quickly with precision f and expertise. They shifted through the chaos HON. RANDY K. WEBER, SR. that ensued around them all while operating OF TEXAS TEXAN COL. RUDDER’S BOYS OF soaking wet equipment. (The ropes attached IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PONTE-DU-HOC to the grappling hooks were heavy with water Friday, May 30, 2014 and thus could not reach the top of the cliffs Mr. WEBER of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it gives HON. TED POE when launched from a mortar.) OF TEXAS The Rangers used rope ladders, a few dry me great pleasure to rise today to congratu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grappling hooks and steel ladders to scale the late Joe and Flo Hall, of Lake Jackson, Texas, cliffs. Their machine guns were clogged with on the celebration of their 60th Anniversary Friday, May 30, 2014 mud. Amidst enemy fire and malfunctioning this month. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it was rain- equipment, the Rangers were flung back and Mr. Joe Hall married Ms. Flo Broussard on ing as the English Channel churned and May 1, 1954. Though they both grew up in the forth climbing the wet ropes. tossed the Americans in the landing craft. The While some Rangers provided cover on the Lake Jackson area, they did not go on their sun was coming up over the horizon, but no beach, amazingly, the first ones to the top, first date until after Joe returned from World one could see it through the gray clouds. conquered the cliff in 10 minutes. They in turn War II, serving our country in the United Thousands of teenage liberators stared into provided covering fire for the ones still on the States Army. It was true love. the distance to see the high cliffs of Nor- After they were wed, their marriage was beach. mandy, France. It was D-Day, June 6, 1944— As soon as the Rangers pulled themselves blessed with three adopted children that they 70 years ago. over the cliff, snipers immediately fired. Fortu- raised while living throughout the United Expecting to land on Omaha Beach at 6:30 nately, the heaving bombing the Americans States. Now that they have settled back in am ahead of other Allied Forces, Texan Lt. had done to the island in the days beforehand Lake Jackson, Texas, they get to spend well- Col. James Earl Rudder led the United States had created large craters in earth. This al- deserved time with their six grandchildren, Army Rangers’ 2nd Ranger Battalion into what lowed the Rangers to hide themselves from great-grandchild, and the many children that seemed like an impossible feat. the enemy fire. are lovingly entrusted to their care by friends. As the treacherous weather conjured crash- Within half an hour, the remaining task Mr. Speaker, 60 years is a long time, and this ing waves five to six feet tall, a shifting wind forces had made it up the tall cliffs. Rudder, truly is a Diamond Anniversary. To share tossed the Rangers off course. The mist, bleeding from two gunshot wounds, never let these many years with the love of your life is clouds and smoke obscured the navigation, his focus waver or his determination grow a tremendous blessing. making it hard to locate Pointe-du-Hoc from a weary. He discovered quickly that the Ger- Mr. Speaker, the institution of marriage pro- mile out at sea. Their landing was delayed by mans had left wooden decoys in the gun vides the strength that holds our communities forty minutes. Already, the mission seemed casements. Exhausted, wounded and bewil- together. Maintaining a marriage requires sac- doomed. This navigational error meant two dered, Rudder kept pushing the Rangers in- rifice, understanding, patience and sometimes things: They would have to sail parallel to the land. They had to find the big guns. Around forgiveness by both husband and wife. Mark- coast facing intense enemy fire. It gave the 8:00 am small patrols were sent south to lo- ing the 60th anniversary of a marriage is a enemy time to recover and prepare for the cate the missing guns. By 9:00 am, their sec- very special occasion for not only the couple, next assault. ond goal completed. Now, they had to take but also for the family, friends and community For almost half an hour, the Rangers rode them out. they have touched. along the coast as bullets were flying all The Rangers had located the missing guns Mr. Speaker, Joe and Flo’s lives and love around them. Some Rangers were hit by 600 yards south of the Pointe. The Nazis had have been a model of excellence and are an enemy fire. But bleeding or not, still they hidden the guns back from the beach to pro- inspiration to us all. I ask my colleagues to pushed forward. tect them from Allied air strikes and naval join me in celebrating 60 years of happiness They battled the wind as the pelting rain bombardment. and wishing Mr. and Mrs. Hall all the best in blurred their vision and soaked their climbing Rudders’ Rangers took out the emplace- the future. equipment. They were exhausted and tense. ments using thermite grenades and eliminated f The landing crafts that brought the GIs to the enemy protecting them. IN RECOGNITION OF OCEAN SPRAY shore were beginning to take on water, pre- The mission though completed in spite of CRANBERRIES senting yet another obstacle for Rudder’s the horrific obstacles was not without cost. Rangers. Water began to leak in through the Rudder’s Rangers had over 50 percent cas- HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING front ramp of the landing crafts, so the Rang- ualties. Some Rangers gave their lives that ers ripped up the floorboards and used their summer morning conquering the cliffs. OF MASSACHUSETTS As American blood was shed on the French IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES helmets to bail out the alarming amount of water rushing in all while the Nazis fired down beaches and cliffs, General Rudder had se- Friday, May 30, 2014 at them atop the cliffs. cured the beachhead for later Allied Forces Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to One of the landing crafts sunk from the coming ashore. This paved the way to even- congratulate Ocean Spray Cranberries, Inc., weather and enemy fire. The brutal conditions tual victory.

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I’m proud to call her a their mission at Pointe du Hoc. He made them and Fitness Month, a critical time to encour- constituent, and congratulate her on all of her march in full gear for over 20 miles. He had age our communities to live healthier lives. It success. them train in hand to hand combat, climb rope is also an appropriate time to highlight an f ladders without safety harnesses and endure issue that, in recent years, has greatly im- difficult amphibious training. pacted the physical and economic health of COMMENDING LOCAL 2014 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES FOR THEIR The success that the Rangers had on D- our country. DECISION TO ENLIST IN THE Day was a direct result of Rudder’s intense Nearly one third of all children in this coun- UNITED STATES AIR FORCE AND personal involvement with their training. The try are overweight or obese—a rate that has OUR COMMUNITY SALUTES OF amount of effort and dedication he put forth tripled over the past fifty years. Largely due to obesity and obesity-related diseases, this is NORTHERN VIRGINIA FOR into the training is why the troops were able to HOSTING THE FOURTH ANNUAL manage the chaos and complete their mission. the first generation of Americans that are likely to be less healthy and have shorter life HIGH SCHOOL ENLISTEE REC- Rudder made sure that every man was pre- OGNITION CEREMONY pared to do the impossible. expectancies than their parents. Though this is a nationwide epidemic, child- James Earl Rudder was born in the small hood obesity disproportionately affects low-in- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Texas town of Eden, about 45 miles southeast come and minority populations. Earlier this OF VIRGINIA of San Angelo, in 1910. After graduating from year, scientists touted some significant IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES high school, he played football for two years at progress in the fight against childhood obesity Friday, May 30, 2014 Tarleton State. He then transferred to Texas among the youngest children, however, Afri- A&M in 1930. He graduated in 1932 with a de- can American and Hispanic Children experi- Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- gree in education. After graduation he joined enced a smaller reduction in obesity rates and ognize 13 graduating seniors in my community the US Army Reserves as a second lieuten- remain three and five times more likely than for their record of academic and athletic ac- ant. Caucasian children to be obese. complishment and for their admirable decision to enlist in the United States Air Force. I also In 1937, he married Margaret Williamson To address this troubling epidemic, I intro- duced the Fit for Life Act of 2014, which in- express my appreciation to Our Community (who graduated from the University of Texas), Salutes of Northern Virginia for providing this and together they had five children. In 1941, creases access to healthy foods, expands pre- vention and treatment options for low-income opportunity to be among the first to say to he was doing what he loved, coaching foot- children, and increases opportunities for phys- each of these young men and women: ‘‘Thank ball, when duty called. ical activity for our youth. Further, this critical you.’’ These brave men who cracked the Nazi grip legislation supports mobile healthy food pro- I have had the privilege of working with Our on Europe began with the liberation of France grams, broadens access to healthy foods for Community Salutes of Northern Virginia since 70 years ago. From there, the Rangers went children in child care, increases coverage for its inception in 2011. That year my office was on to fight in the Battle of the Bulge and U.S. obesity prevention and treatment options for contacted by one of the founding parents who forces on to Germany. Nothing like it had ever low-income children, and expands opportuni- upon learning that her son and other students been done before in history. Over 150,000 Al- ties to take part in joint use agreements, open- at his school who had decided to enlist would lied soldiers hit the beaches during the assault ing existing facilities in low-income areas to not receive any recognition during graduation, landings on the 6th of June. By the 4th of community use. joined with other parents to organize the first July, over 1 million joined in the invasion force This country cannot afford for our children to enlistee recognition ceremony of its kind in the through Normandy. It was a miraculous feat continue to feed into the cycle of obesity. We region. The first ceremony recognized a total of 9 students. This year, we will recognize 129 for 1944. must begin to aggressively combat this epi- demic before it puts more of our children at young men and women who have chosen to Colonel Rudder received many military hon- risk. serve our country in uniform. ors including the second highest award, the I encourage my colleagues to stand with me With graduation season upon us, thousands Distinguished Service Cross. He was a full in this fight and cosponsor the Fit for Life Act. of young people in my community, and mil- Colonel by the end of the war and was pro- f lions across the Nation, are preparing for the moted to Brigadier General of the U.S. Army next chapter in their lives. Some will pursue Reserves in 1954 and Major General in 1957. HONORING IOWA CENTRAL OFFICE higher education or vocational training, others ADMINISTRATOR OF THE YEAR After the war, Rudder returned to Texas. He will seek to enter the workforce immediately, MARY ELLEN MASKE remained a highly successful and distin- and many will answer the call to serve their guished Texan until his death. community and their country. HON. BRUCE L. BRALEY The United States of America has distin- He served as Mayor of Brady for 6 years, OF IOWA guished itself from other nations through the visited the White House frequently—advising IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES entrepreneurship and spirit of our people, the Lyndon Baines Johnson on many military knowledge that we can achieve any goal if we issues and was hired to clean up the corrup- Friday, May 30, 2014 set our minds to it, our inherent compassion tion going on in the General Land Office. Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise and generosity, our fierce patriotism, and the Col. Rudder became president of Texas today to congratulate Mary Ellen Maske on extraordinary sacrifices and dedication to A&M University in 1959 and president of the being selected as the Iowa Central Office Ad- country exhibited by the members of our entire A&M system in 1965, holding both posi- ministrator of the Year. Mary Ellen serves as Armed Forces. The young men and women tions until his death in 1970. the deputy superintendent of the Cedar Rap- from our community who will be enlisting pos- ids Community Schools in my district. Mary sess an abundance of each of these qualities. The boys of D-Day came; they liberated; Ellen was selected because of her leadership I join with their families and friends in con- and some went home. Over 9,000 other GIs in establishing Professional Learning Commu- gratulating and commending the following are buried at the top of the cliffs of Normandy nities and her efforts to create school-commu- graduates on their enlistment in the United France. As we reflect on those Rangers on D- nity partnerships for parents and students in States Air Force: Day, 70 years ago, and the Texan who led the community. Joshua Gragg, Jaren Gregory, Erin Harmon, them into battle, Lt. Col. James Earl Rudder, Mary Ellen began her career as an elemen- Skylar Johnson, Calvin Kim, Alan Menacho, we once again marvel at the lives of those we tary school teacher in Iowa City. She also pre- Joshua Mims, Patrick Moon, Christopher call the Greatest Generation of Americans. viously served as an executive administrator in Pidgeon, Shaun Reardon, Cassidy Smith, Car- And that’s just the way it is. Cedar Rapids. She received her bachelor’s los Soto-Flores, and Jackson Sullivan.

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I take that thing must be done. dom. commitment very seriously, and it is only with She co-founded Women for Peace, based in f this specific understanding that I am not offer- Portland, OR, which served as a model for ing this amendment tonight. grassroots groups around the country, each COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, Again, I note that the current state of our working to promote the first nuclear test ban AND RELATED AGENCIES APPRO- negotiations shows the urgent need for TPA. treaty. PRIATIONS ACT, 2015 Negotiating trade agreements with a strong In 1963, Carol traveled to Japan and took Congressional mandate is vital to ensuring the one thousand white roses that she exchanged SPEECH OF best agreements possible. That’s why I joined for one thousand peace cranes to honor the HON. DEVIN NUNES in introducing H.R. 3830, the Bipartisan Con- nuclear disarmament work of Women Strike OF CALIFORNIA gressional Trade Priorities Act, earlier this for Peace. year. This legislation gives our negotiators IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Throughout her life, Carol survived many maximum leverage to get the best deal pos- tragedies. Yet she always persevered and Wednesday, May 28, 2014 sible in our trade negotiations and is key to overcame difficult circumstances to continue The House in Committee of the Whole unlocking new markets and creating U.S. jobs. her work. House on the state of the Union had under f For 35 years, Carol lived abroad with her consideration the bill (H.R. 4660) making ap- husband and raised two children. In the midst propriations for the Departments of Com- RECOGNIZING OZARK HIGH of this, she sought to improve human rights for merce and Justice, Science, and Related SCHOOL JUNIOR ROTC DRILL some of the world’s poorest citizens. Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- TEAMS tember 30, 2015, and for other purposes: Today she is still an active leader with the Mr. NUNES. Madam Chair, the United Portland Chapter of the Women’s International States has a strong history of negotiating high- HON. BILLY LONG League for Peace and Freedom and the Or- standard trade agreements that grow our ex- OF MISSOURI egon Physicians for Social Responsibility. ports and create jobs. Already, international IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is a great honor to recognize Carol. She trade supports more than 4.4 million jobs in Friday, May 30, 2014 remains a dedicated leader and mentor in our California and 38 million jobs nationwide. We community and her vision for a safer world is Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- are in the midst of negotiating significant trade one we will continue to aspire towards. ognize the Ozark High School Junior ROTC agreements with partners in the Asia-Pacific, Drill Teams for being named national cham- Europe, and elsewhere. But because Trade f pions at the 2014 U.S. Army JROTC National Promotion Authority is not in place, we are ne- Drill Championships. RECOGNIZING ABILITYONE gotiating with one hand tied behind our back. Ozark High School represents the 3rd Bri- PROGRAM As a result, some of our negotiating part- gade of the Army Cadet Command, which is ners are seeking to lower the standards of our comprised of teams from 10 states. The 3rd trade agreements by excluding key products HON. TOM COLE Brigade consists of 119 Army JROTC pro- from full tariff elimination. In the Trans-Pacific OF OKLAHOMA grams, and Ozark was one of just six honored Partnership negotiations, countries such as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to compete in the 2014 National Drill Cham- Japan and Canada are seeking to exclude pionship. Friday, May 30, 2014 critical agriculture products from full tariff elimi- nation. I am deeply concerned about this de- The Ozark Unarmed Team placed first over- Mr. COLE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to rec- velopment for several reasons. all in their division with a total score of 3,833 ognize an AbilityOne program. Located at Tin- First, such exclusions from full tariff elimi- points. The Ozark Armed Team placed second ker Air Force Base, the program has resulted nation would harm U.S. exporters and put overall with a score of 3,690 points. The in the employment of more than 1,300 people them at a significant disadvantage, denying Ozark Rifle Team won their third consecutive with disabilities around the state of Oklahoma. them valuable market access and leading to a National Championship. The AbilityOne Program buys products and ripple effect as other countries seek to exclude Of the 1700 plus schools that have JROTC, services from participating community-based their sensitive products from liberalization. In there is only one school, one city and one nonprofit agencies that are dedicated to train- fact, just yesterday, key agriculture groups state that can claim two National Champion- ing and employing individuals with disabilities. called on the Administration to conclude TPP ship teams in the same year. In doing so, the program affords Americans without Japan if it continues to resist opening I would also like to take this opportunity to with disabilities opportunities to acquire job its agriculture market. say thank you to the instructors of the JROTC skills and training, earn wages and benefits, Second, allowing exclusions in TPP would program and the family members of the stu- and gain greater independence. This program make it harder to reach good outcomes in fu- dents who support them. provides vital assistance to a segment of the ture negotiations. Already, EU negotiators, I am honored to recognize the Ozark High population that has one of the highest levels empowered by Japan’s intransience, argue School JROTC for their National Champi of unemployment in our country. that they should be able to exclude products onships this year and wish them continued Since 1996, the Dale Rogers Training Cen- in the TTIP negotiations. And the Chinese are success in the future. ter, with the assistance of Professional Con- doing the same in negotiations to expand the f tract Services, Inc. (PCSI) has improved the information technology agreement in the WTO. quality of life, helped remove barriers to inde- CAROL URNER Madam Chair, I had intended to introduce pendent living. The benefits to those that par- an amendment today that would ensure that ticipate in the program cannot be overstated. the United States concludes only high stand- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER The opportunity to work, be independent, and ard agreements by prohibiting the Administra- OF OREGON participate in community life enhances partici- tion from negotiating or entering into a trade IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pant’s lives and provides an avenue for them agreement that excludes any product from full to contribute society. tariff elimination. Friday, May 30, 2014 Mr. Speaker, for these reasons I would like Such an amendment would ensure that we Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I am to thank all the people involved with the continue to secure maximum market access proud to join with my colleagues to honor AbilityOne program, and PCSI for their impor- for our job-creating exporters. However, I de- Carol Urner, a community leader in Portland, tant work to Oklahomans of all ages and abili- cided not to introduce this amendment based Oregon who has worked for decades to pro- ties reach their full potential.

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OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL PERSONAL EXPLANATION also want to thank Chairman WOLF and Rank- DEBT ing Member FATTAH for working with us on this HON. AL GREEN important amendment. OF TEXAS West Coast fishermen are in a tough spot, HON. MIKE COFFMAN and in a very unique spot. Unlike other re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF COLORADO gions of the country where fishermen had their Friday, May 30, 2014 buyouts funded by taxpayers, our fishermen IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I took on the loan willingly and knowing they Friday, May 30, 2014 missed the following votes: would have to pay it back. And they are pay- 1. Moran Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I ing it back—but at an interest rate that is two Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on points above prime and therefore costing them 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- this amendment. 5 percent of their landings. fice, the national debt was 2. Blackburn Amendment No. 14 to H.R. Representative HUFFMAN, Representative $10,626,877,048,913.08. 4660. Had I been present, I would have voted HERRERA BEUTLER, and I are working to legis- Today, it is $17,490,047,622,577.60. We’ve ‘‘no’’ on this amendment. latively refinance this loan. In fact, today, that added $6,863,170,573,664.60 to our debt in 5 3. Blackburn Amendment No. 15 to H.R. refinance bill passed out of the House Com- years. This is over $6.8 trillion in debt our na- 4660. Had I been present, I would have voted mittee on Natural Resources and it has al- tion, our economy, and our children could ‘‘no’’ on this amendment. ready passed the Senate Committee. But it’s have avoided with a balanced budget amend- 4. Bonamici Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had going to take some time to implement. ment. I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on West Coast fishermen are facing increased this amendment. observer costs. We are transitioning to elec- f 5. Rohrabacher Amendment to H.R. 4660. tronic monitoring, but that’s going to take Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ time—too much time in my opinion. But until RECOGNIZING THE AMERICAN RED on this amendment. electronic monitoring is adopted by the Coun- CROSS 6. Holding Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I cil and NOAA, fishermen will have to pay for been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on this 100 percent observer coverage—which can be amendment. as high as $350–$450 per day. HON. TOM REED 7. Massie Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I And now, fishermen are bearing an addi- OF NEW YORK been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on tional cost—$2.4 million this year to help pay for the management of the fishery—known as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this amendment. 8. Southerland Amendment to H.R. 4660. the ‘‘cost recovery fee.’’ West Coast fishermen Friday, May 30, 2014 Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ are willing to pay this fee. They knew the fee on this amendment. was coming. But, right now, with the mounting Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- 9. Ellison Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I costs of the buyback loan, the observer costs, ognize the tremendously positive impact the been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on and pending trailing amendments that will American Red Cross has on my congressional this amendment. make the fishery more economically viable— district. 10. Grayson Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had this additional financial burden is too much. Earlier this month, my constituents in the I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on This amendment would provide one year of Southern Tier and Finger Lakes regions of this amendment. relief to West Coast fishermen. It would mean New York endured disastrous levels of flood- 11. Duffy Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I the difference for many fishermen of selling ing. Upon finding their homes severely dam- been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on this their boats and trying to find a different liveli- aged, hundreds of people sought refuge at amendment. hood in already distressed coastal commu- local Red Cross shelters. 12. Garrett Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had nities, or staying in business. I had the opportunity to visit the areas in I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on This amendment is bipartisan. It does not Yates County hit hardest by the storm and this amendment. score. And it might not seem like a lot of was humbled by the outpouring of care and 13. King (IA) Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had money to people in this body, but it’s a huge support provided by the Red Cross. As it has I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on deal for my fishermen, their families, and small done countless times in the past, the Red this amendment. businesses that depend on the fleet to make Cross responded immediately to provide crit- 14. Meadows Amendment to H.R. 4660. a living. I urge my colleagues to adopt this ical resources and assistance to our friends, Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ amendment. families, and neighbors who were affected by on this amendment. f the damaging floods. With the help of the Red 15. Democratic Motion to Recommit H.R. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Cross, these communities were able to pull to- 4660. Had I been present, I would have voted gether to support each other and overcome ‘‘yes’’ on this measure. the challenges caused by the flooding. 16. Final Passage of H.R. 4660. Had I been HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO Since its founding in 1881, the Red Cross present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. OF WEST VIRGINIA has consistently provided excellent care and f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, May 30, 2014 relief to those who need it most. Throughout COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, wars, famines, and natural disasters, the staff AND RELATED AGENCIES APPRO- Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, due to a family and volunteers from the Red Cross put them- PRIATIONS ACT, 2015 obligation, I was absent for rollcall votes on selves on the front lines to help the victims of May 29 and May 30, 2014. Had I been these tragedies through their times of need. SPEECH OF present I would have voted as follows: Each year, the American Red Cross responds Rollcall Vote 243—Pompeo Amendment— to over 70,000 catastrophes all over the world, HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO Eliminates all funding for the Economic Devel- providing emergency relief to those impacted. OF OREGON opment Administration and transfers the sav- In addition to providing temporary housing, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ings to the Spending Reduction Account— warm meals, medical assistance, and emer- Thursday, May 29, 2014 ‘‘no.’’ gency blood supplies, the Red Cross deploys The House in Committee of the Whole Rollcall Vote 244—McNerney Amendment— mobile response units to help ease suffering Increases funding for the COPS program by during disasters. House on the state of the Union had under consideration the bill (H.R. 4660) making ap- $3 million (intended for the Technology Grant I thank the staff and volunteers of the Amer- propriations for the Departments of Com- Program), reduces the Census Bureau by the ican Red Cross for serving as ‘‘real heroes’’ in merce and Justice, Science, and Related same amount—‘‘aye.’’ our community, our country, and throughout Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- Rollcall Vote 245—Brindenstine Amend- the world. I commend their dedication to en- tember 30, 2015, and for other purposes: ment—Increases funding for NOAA—Oper- suring the safety and well-being of each per- Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Chair, I want to thank my ations, Research, and Facilities by $12 million son in need, especially in New York’s 23rd colleague from California, Representative (intended for weather research), reduces the Congressional District. HUFFMAN for his leadership on this issue. I Census Bureau by the same amount—‘‘aye.’’

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E894 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 30, 2014 Rollcall Vote 246—King Amendment—Di- prove, or implement a new limited access I would be remiss if I did not mention the ef- rects $5 million within DOJ—General Adminis- privilege program (catch shares) that are not forts and leadership of Chairman Pham Dung, tration—Salaries and Expenses towards inves- already developed, approved, or implemented Vice Chair Bui Thanh Ha, retired Vice Chair tigating the actions of DHS regarding the dis- for any fishery under the jurisdiction of the Nguyen Thanh Xuan, as well as Director cretionary release of criminal aliens—‘‘aye.’’ South Atlantic, Mid-Atlantic, New England, or Hoang Thi Thao, and the entire staff of the Rollcall Vote 247—Cohen Amendment—In- Gulf of Mexico Fishery Management Council— Committee on Religious Affairs. creases funding for DOJ—Administrative Re- ‘‘no.’’ I am grateful to H.E. President Nguyen Sinh view and Appeals by $2 million, reduces Bu- Rollcall Vote 262—Ellison Amendment— Hung, Vice President Madam Tong Thi Phong, reau of Prisons—Salaries and Expenses by Prohibits funds from being used to award con- Vice President Madam Nguyen Thi Doan of the same amount—‘‘no.’’ tracts to contractors who have violated the the National Assembly, as well as Vice Chair- Rollcall Vote 248—Cohen Amendment—In- Fair Labor Standards Act—‘‘aye.’’ man Ha Huy Thong of the Foreign Committee creases funding for the Legal Services Cor- Rollcall Vote 263—Grayson Amendment— and all other Members of the National Assem- poration by $15 million, reduces DEA—Sala- Prohibits funds from being used to compel a bly. ries and Expenses by $18 million—‘‘no.’’ journalist or reporter to testify about informa- I thank Foreign Minister Pham Binh Minh as Rollcall Vote 249—Thompson Amend- tion or sources that they regard to be con- well as any and all associated with the For- ment—Increases funding for grants to improve fidential—‘‘no.’’ eign Ministry. records in the National Instant Criminal Back- Rollcall Vote 264—Duffy Amendment—Pro- I also express my deepest appreciation to ground Check System by $19.5 million, re- hibits funds from being used to relinquish the Ambassador Nguyen Quoc Cuong, Dr. Luan duces funding from various other accounts by NTIA’s responsibility with respect to internet Thuy Duong, and Mr. An Nguyen at the Em- the same amount—‘‘no.’’ domain name system functions, including re- bassy of Vietnam in the United States for their Rollcall Vote 250—Polis Amendment—Re- sponsibility with respect to the authoritative tireless efforts. duces DEA—Salaries and Expenses by $35 root zone file and the Internet Assigned Num- million, and transfers the savings to the bers Authority functions—‘‘aye.’’ I also thank officers of The Church of Jesus Spending Reduction Account—‘‘no.’’ Rollcall Vote 265—Garrett Amendment— Christ of Latter-day Saints, including The First Rollcall Vote 251—Cicilline Amendment—In- Prohibits funds from being used by the DOJ to Presidency, the Quorum of the Twelve, the creases funding for State and Local Law En- pursue litigation using the ‘‘disparate impact’’ Asia Area Presidency, as well as local leaders forcement Assistance by $8.5 million, reduces legal theory—‘‘aye.’’ in Vietnam. In particular, I thank members of NASA—Construction by the same amount— Rollcall Vote 266—King (IA) Amendment— The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day ‘‘aye.’’ Prohibits funds from DOJ—Office of Justice Saints in Vietnam and abroad. Rollcall Vote 252—Smith (TX) Amend- Programs—State and Local Law Enforcement I thank all those who have participated in ment—Redirects $15.35 million within NSF— Assistance from being used in contravention this marvelous work and glory—those named Research from the Directorate for Social, Be- of the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immi- in addition to all those who have added their havioral, and Economic Sciences to the Phys- grant Responsibility Act of 1996—‘‘aye.’’ efforts and prayers to ours, including those ical Sciences Directorates—‘‘aye.’’ Rollcall Vote 267—Meadows Amendment— who have gone before us. Rollcall Vote 253—Scott (GA) Amend- Prohibits funds from being used to enter into May 30, 2014, the official day of recognition, ment—Eliminates all funding for the Legal a trade agreement that establishes a limit on is a special occasion, a sacred occasion. Viet- Services Corporation and transfers the sav- greenhouse gas emissions—‘‘aye.’’ nam is a multi-religious society with approxi- ings to the Spending Reduction Account— Rollcall Vote 268—Motion to Recommit H.R mately 25,000 places of worship and about 24 ‘‘no.’’ 4660—‘‘no.’’ million followers of various faiths. In my official Rollcall Vote 254—Moran Amendment— Rollcall Vote 269—Passage of H.R. 4660— capacity as former Chairman and current Strikes Sections 528 and 529 which prohibits Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs’ funds from being used to transfer detainees to Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015—‘‘yea.’’ Subcommittee on Asia and the Pacific, I have the U.S. or construct, acquire or modify any Rollcall Vote 270—Motion to Recommit H.R. attended religious services in diverse houses facility in the U.S. to house detainees—‘‘no.’’ 4681—‘‘no.’’ of worship in Vietnam, and did so unan- Rollcall Vote 255—Blackburn Amendment— Rollcall Vote 271—Passage of H.R. 4681— nounced. Always, I found Vietnam to be a Reduces spending by 1% across the board— National Intelligence Authorization Act, 2015— place favorable for religious activities and I ‘‘no.’’ ‘‘yea.’’ thank Vietnam for encouraging and protecting Rollcall Vote 256—Blackburn Amendment— f the rights of individuals, families, and con- Prohibits funds from being used for operation, gregations to practice their religions and con- renovation, or construction at Thomson Cor- COMMENDING THE SOCIALIST RE- tribute as good parents and good citizens rectional Facility in Illinois—‘‘aye.’’ PUBLIC OF VIETNAM FOR OFFI- under the law. Rollcall Vote 257—Bonamici Amendment— CIAL RECOGNITION OF THE IN- I am very proud of the Socialist Republic of Prohibits funds from being used by DOJ to TERIM REPRESENTATIVE COM- Vietnam for the work it does to protect activi- prevent a state from implementing its own MITTEE OF THE CHURCH OF ties of religious groups, including those of my state laws to authorize the use, distribution, JESUS CHRIST OF LATTER-DAY faith. I consider the followers of The Church of possession, or cultivation of industrial hemp— SAINTS IN VIETNAM Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Vietnam ‘‘no.’’ my brothers and sisters. I feel the same about Rollcall Vote 258—Rohrabacher Amend- HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA the leaders and officials of Vietnam. With mu- ment—Prohibits funds from being used by OF AMERICAN SAMOA tual understanding, respect and trust, we have walked together to this day of recognition. We DOJ to prevent states from implementing their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES own state laws that authorize the use, distribu- have walked together with faith in every foot- tion, possession, or cultivation of medical Friday, May 30, 2014 step. And, as we journey forward, I am con- marijuana—‘‘no.’’ Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise fident we will do so side by side. Rollcall Vote 259—Holding Amendment— today to express my deepest appreciation to When President Brigham Young led the fol- Prohibits funds from being used to transfer or the Socialist Republic of Vietnam for officially lowers of The Church of Jesus Christ of Lat- temporarily assign employees to the Office of recognizing the Interim Representative Com- ter-day Saints into the Salt Lake valley in the Pardon Attorney for the purpose of screen- mittee of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter- 1847, he declared: ‘‘This is the right place. ing clemency applications—‘‘aye.’’ day Saints in Vietnam, of which I am a mem- Drive on.’’ To members of The Church of Rollcall Vote 260—Massie Amendment— ber. I thank the Politburo, Prime Minister Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, to govern- Prohibits funds from being used by DOJ or Nguyen Tan Dung, President Truong Tan ment and party officials in Vietnam, to friends DEA in contravention of sec. 7606 of the Agri- Sang, the Fatherland Front, the National As- and family, I echo Brigham Young’s words. cultural Act of 2014 regarding industrial hemp sembly, Foreign Ministry, Public Security, and Drive on knowing that May 30, 2014 will for- research—‘‘no.’’ any and all government agencies, especially evermore be one of the best days of my life, Rollcall Vote 261—Southerland Amend- the Committee on Religious Affairs, for sparing and I am sure many others will always cherish ment—Prohibits funds from being develop, ap- no effort to bring this day about. this day, too.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me HIGH SCHOOL ENLISTEE REC- Friday, May 30, 2014 OGNITION CEREMONY in applauding the courage and dedication of these graduates and in assuring them and Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY their families that the full support and re- rise today to introduce the Highways Bettering the Economy and Environment Act with my OF VIRGINIA sources of the U.S. Congress and the Amer- ican people will be behind them on every step Co-Chairman of the Congressional Pollinator IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of their journey in defense our Nation’s free- Protection Caucus, Representative JEFF Friday, May 30, 2014 dom. DENHAM. This bi-partisan bill provides much- Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- f needed aid for the birds, bats, bees and but- ognize 60 graduating seniors in my community terflies that pollinate our food. for their record of academic and athletic ac- IN RECOGNITION OF MR. ALAN The Highways BEE Act seeks no new mon- complishment and for their admirable decision EHRGOTT ies and involves a limited federal role. to enlist in the United States Marine Corps. I This bill provides for existing authorities and also express my appreciation to Our Commu- HON. DORIS O. MATSUI finding sources to incorporate integrated vege- nity Salutes of Northern Virginia for providing OF CALIFORNIA tation management practices along America’s this opportunity to be among the first to say to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES highways, which includes things like reduced each of these young men and women: ‘‘Thank Friday, May 30, 2014 mowing and replacing invasive plant species with native forbs and grasses. This kind of you.’’ Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to roadside vegetation management provides I have had the privilege of working with Our recognize Mr. Alan Ehrgott for his twenty-five much-needed habitat for pollinators and other Community Salutes of Northern Virginia since years of service with the American River Con- its inception in 2011. That year my office was servancy. As his family, friends and col- small nesting animals. The Association of American State Highway contacted by one of the founding parents who leagues gather to celebrate his outstanding and Transportation Officials Vegetation Man- upon learning that her son and other students career and ongoing contributions to the com- agement Guidelines advances integrated at his school who had decided to enlist would munity, I ask my colleagues to join me in trib- vegetation management principles and rec- not receive any recognition during graduation, ute to Mr. Ehrgott’s many years of service. joined with other parents to organize the first With its beginnings in April of 1989, the ommendations consistent with the objectives enlistee recognition ceremony of its kind in the American River Conservancy, then known as of this legislation. A number of states, includ- region. The first ceremony recognized a total the American River Land Trust, was founded ing Minnesota are already doing this and re- of 9 students. This year, we will recognize 129 by Mr. Ehrgott and several other community porting maintenance cost savings of 20 to 25 young men and women who have chosen to leaders and members with the aim of acquir- percent from reduced mowing alone. serve our country in uniform. ing and conserving land along the American Mr. Speaker, there are around 17 million With graduation season upon us, thousands River for future generations. As Executive Di- acres of land where significant reductions in of young people in my community, and mil- rector, the American River Conservancy has mowing and maintenance can reduce costs for lions across the Nation, are preparing for the thrived under Mr. Ehrgott’s leadership and his cash-strapped states. The millions of acres of next chapter in their lives. Some will pursue love of nature. Located in the historic Kane agriculture and wildlife ecosystems adjacent to higher education or vocational training, others House in the Marshall Gold Discovery State these roadways will benefit from the increased will seek to enter the workforce immediately, Park in Coloma, the American River Conser- pollinator habitat resulting from integrated and many will answer the call to serve their vancy has completed over 78 land conserva- vegetation management practices. community and their country. tion projects protecting 13,709 acres of high- To understand how worried we should be The United States of America has distin- quality wildlife habitat, recreational lands and about declining pollinator populations, consider guished itself from other nations through the native fisheries in the Upper American River that rising global food prices have been the entrepreneurship and spirit of our people, the and Upper Cosumnes River watersheds. Mr primary topic of discussion at recent G–20 knowledge that we can achieve any goal if we Ehrgott’s vision led to the existence of the 25- meetings. This is the first time that agriculture set our minds to it, our inherent compassion mile network of trails known as the South Fork has had the top spot at a meeting and is indic- and generosity, our fierce patriotism, and the American River Trail System. These projects ative of how serious the issue is. Food prices extraordinary sacrifices and dedication to were made possible through $76 million in have already led to global riots overseas and country exhibited by the members of our funds that Mr. Ehrgott was successful in se- a declining pollinator population will only make Armed Forces. The young men and women curing. the situation worse. Seventy-five percent of all from our community who will be enlisting pos- In 2010, Mr. Ehrgott was instrumental in the flowering plant species rely on creatures like sess an abundance of each of these qualities. acquisition of the 272-acre Gold Hill Ranch birds, bats, bees and butterflies for fertilization. I join with their families and friends in con- which has a rich cultural history starting with One out of every three bites of food that we gratulating and commending the following the local Nisenan tribe. The site is most well eat, as well as $20 billion of products in the graduates on their enlistment in the United known for being one of the first permanent United States alone, derive from pollinators. States Marine Corps: Japanese settlements in North America from If we don’t solve these problems soon, we Steven Lawrence Allen, Jovina Argueta, the period of 1869–1871 when it was known won’t have any bees. Without bees, we won’t Coty Brown, Daniel Bukari, Khizer Butt, Jose as the Wakamatsu Tea and Silk Colony Farm. have any food. The benefit to cost balance in Cajar, Patrick Casey, Michael Conroy, Adam With Mr. Ehrgott leading the way, the Amer- the case of this bill is an easy choice. Crews, Jason Crites, Michael Daughtry, Hun- ican River Conservancy hopes to preserve f ter Day, Christopher Dullea, Jordan Dunmore, and celebrate the legacy of farming that has PERSONAL EXPLANATION Zachary Frye, Ernesto Garcia, Nina Garrido, occurred on the site. Zachary Gingras, Flor Gudiel, Junior Guzman Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to pay tribute to HON. GARY C. PETERS Melendez, Demetrius Higgins, Garrett Mr Alan Ehrgott, who has served the Sac- OF MICHIGAN Humberson, Michael Irwin, Jake Kinder, Brian ramento community and the surrounding envi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Knauf, Matthew Levesque, Ariel Jeffrey ronment for more than two decades. His con- Magalong, Phillip Mauel, Zachary McCall, tinued service has greatly contributed to the Friday, May 30, 2014 Lukas McKennedy, Blake TW Mendenhall, community and ensured the continued enjoy- Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, on Sergio Miranda Henruquez, Duncan ment of the American River. I ask my col- Wednesday, May 28, 2014, I was not present Mungovan, John Munies, Robin Murray, Alex leagues to join me in recognizing this man for 2 votes. Had I been present for rollcall No. Naupari, Rory Nelson, Omer Nezam, Kevin whose persistence and leadership has helped 241, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Had I been Nidell, Sanjar Omuraliev, John Peters, Siam to preserve one of Northern California’s many present for rollcall No. 242, I would have voted Putipong, Jaycee Quispe, Hithem Shaw, natural treasures for years to come. ‘‘yea.’’

VerDate Mar 15 2010 08:33 Jun 05, 2014 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD14\E30MY4.REC E30MY4 bjneal on DSK7SPTVN1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE E896 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 30, 2014 IN RECOGNITION OF DISTIN- CONGRATULATING REPUBLIC HIGH I am pleased to say that the FY15 CJS bill GUISHED ALUMNI OF PIUS X ON SCHOOL TIGERS BASKETBALL contains the highest levels of funding for com- THE OCCASION OF THE SCHOOL’S bating human trafficking, ever. This is a testa- 11TH ANNUAL AWARDS HON. BILLY LONG ment to the hard work and experience of Con- OF MISSOURI gressman MEEHAN who, among others, knows IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES just how vital these resources are for traf- HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT ficking victims. I appreciate his continued ef- Friday, May 30, 2014 OF PENNSYLVANIA forts to raise awareness in Congress and to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- advocate for these important resources. ognize the Republic High School Tigers Bas- f Friday, May 30, 2014 ketball Team for winning the Missouri Class 4 COMMENDING LOCAL 2014 HIGH Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise State Championship. SCHOOL GRADUATES FOR THEIR today to honor Augustine Pullo, Alfred The Tigers clinched the title with a thrilling DECISION TO ENLIST IN THE DeRenzis, and Father Edward Quinnan for finish, making a three pointer with only seven UNITED STATES NAVY AND OUR their contributions to their profession, commu- seconds left for a final score of 45–42. Mem- COMMUNITY SALUTES OF nity, and faith after graduation from Pius X in bers of the team include Dylan Bekemeier, NORTHERN VIRGINIA FOR Bangor, Pennsylvania. They have been recog- Brock Yocum, Chase Hoffmann, Josh Vaughn, HOSTING THE FOURTH ANNUAL nized by their beloved school. Dillen Ramsey, Dakota Fortner, Canyon Smith, Jordan Kerr, Cole Hurst, Cody Geiger, HIGH SCHOOL ENLISTEE REC- Augustine Pullo, Class of 1973, had a pas- OGNITION CEREMONY sion for music that started early. He continued Tim Brazeal, and Cory Lafferty. Through their hard work and determination his musical endeavors and earned a degree at on and off the court, the Tigers developed into East Stroudsburg University. For 17 years, he HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY a truly great championship team, earning back OF VIRGINIA worked as a top manager at a McDonald’s. to back state titles. The Tigers ended the sea- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Later, he established three successful busi- son 27–4, remaining undefeated in their dis- nesses in the Northampton County’s Slate Friday, May 30, 2014 trict. The Tigers were also the Central Ozark Belt. A posthumous award recognized his Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- Conference Champions for the 2013–2014 dedication to his community and to his school. ognize 6 graduating seniors in my community season. Alfred DeRenzis, Class of 1963, was once I also want to commend Head Coach for their record of academic and athletic ac- complishment and for their admirable decision Student Council President and was active in Trevyor Fisher for a job well-done on devel- to enlist in the United States Navy. I also ex- clubs and sports. He left Pius to earn a dental oping such a strong basketball program. degree, become faculty at the University of The team, with the help of its coaches and press my appreciation to Our Community Sa- lutes of Northern Virginia for providing this op- Maryland School for Dental Medicine, and the support of their families and community, portunity to be among the first to say to each later a stockbroker. Today, he participates in persevered through the turmoil of the season model airplane competitions. He kept a sec- of these young men and women: ‘‘Thank you.’’ and the trials of the state championships. To- I have had the privilege of working with Our ond residence in his hometown of Roseto and gether, they grew as individuals and as a maintains ties to Slate Belt community. Community Salutes of Northern Virginia since team, and their successes show what can be its inception in 2011. That year my office was Father Edward Quinnan, Class of 1974, was achieved through hard work, dedication, and contacted by one of the founding parents who a member of the honor society while in school belief. upon learning that her son and other students and was active in many clubs. After Pius, he The Republic community is justifiably proud at his school who had decided to enlist would studied biology and chemistry before grad- of this extraordinary group of young and tal- not receive any recognition during graduation, uating from the Jesuit School of Theology in ented student-athletes. I urge my colleagues joined with other parents to organize the first Berkeley, CA, and becoming an Assistant Pro- to join me in congratulating the Republic Ti- enlistee recognition ceremony of its kind in the fessor in Counseling at Loyola University in gers as they celebrate their consecutive Class region. The first ceremony recognized a total Chicago. He currently provides retreat pro- 4 Boys State Championships. of 9 students. This year, we will recognize 129 grams and finds it ‘‘life-giving.’’ f young men and women who have chosen to I add my congratulations to the honors be- TRIBUTE TO REP. PATRICK serve our country in uniform. stowed from Pius X Junior/Senior High MEEHAN With graduation season upon us, thousands School. I applaud the dedication to profession, of young people in my community, and mil- community, and country. lions across the nation, are preparing for the HON. FRANK R. WOLF next chapter in their lives. Some will pursue f OF VIRGINIA higher education or vocational training, others IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will seek to enter the workforce immediately, PERSONAL EXPLANATION Friday, May 30, 2014 and many will answer the call to serve their Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I want to recognize community and their country. The United States of America has distin- HON. AL GREEN my colleague, Rep. PATRICK MEEHAN of Penn- guished itself from other nations through the sylvania, for his work on behalf of victims of OF TEXAS entrepreneurship and spirit of our people, the domestic violence, sexual trafficking and ad- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES knowledge that we can achieve any goal if we diction. The legislation approved by the House set our minds to it, our inherent compassion Friday, May 30, 2014 today includes significant funding and reflects and generosity, our fierce patriotism, and the Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, his advocacy for these issues in Congress. extraordinary sacrifices and dedication to Congressman MEEHAN has been a leader today I missed the following votes: country exhibited by the members of our throughout this process and I have appre- 1. Thompson (CA) Amendment to H.R. Armed Forces. The young men and women ciated his input on how to make this bill as 4660. Had I been present, I would have voted from our community who will be enlisting pos- strong as well possible to deal with domestic ‘‘yes’’ on this amendment. sess an abundance of each of these qualities. violence, trafficking and addiction. It is my un- 2. Polis Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I I join with their families and friends in con- derstanding that just last week, Mr. MEEHAN gratulating and commending the following been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on this hosted a summit on human trafficking, bring- amendment. graduates on their enlistment in the United ing together local and Federal law enforce- States Navy: 3. Cicilline Amendment to H.R. 4660. Had I ment and victims’ advocacy organizations to Teresa Bailey, Sullivan Stansfield, Kevin been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on this address the crisis. He has also long been a Quintanilla, Yeagwang Kim, Ryan amendment. voice for the victims of domestic violence and Kokotkiewicz, and Saurav Bhandari. 4. Smith (TX) Amendment to H.R. 4660. has been among the strongest advocates for Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ funding for programs authorized by the Vio- in applauding the courage and dedication of on this amendment. lence Against Women Act. He has also fought these graduates and in assuring them and 5. Austin Scott Amendment to H.R. 4660. for our veterans, and his leadership helped their families that the full support and re- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ ensure higher funding for veterans’ treatment sources of the U.S. Congress and the Amer- on this amendment. courts. ican people will be behind them on every step

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I would like to thank Mr. Freeman rise today to recognize Preeclampsia Aware- for his work to ensure that important historical HON. JEFF MILLER ness Month and the importance of addressing figures like William Brown Ide are remem- maternal and infant health. bered, as is the history of the great state of OF FLORIDA Preeclampsia is a serious and far too com- California. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mon complication of pregnancy and is one of f the leading causes of maternal deaths, illness, Friday, May 30, 2014 COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, and premature birth. According to the AND RELATED AGENCIES APPRO- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on be- Preeclampsia Foundation, the disease affects PRIATIONS ACT, 2015 half of the United States Congress, I am hum- approximately 1 in 12 women, and if untreated can lead to seizure, stroke, organ failure or bled to recognize Sergeant Chris Huffman SPEECH OF death. The good news is that early diagnosis upon the occasion of his retirement from the is possible through simple screenings and HON. BRAD SHERMAN Pensacola Police Department on May 31, good prenatal care can predict or delay many OF CALIFORNIA 2014. For more than three decades, Sergeant adverse outcomes of preeclampsia. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Huffman dedicated his life to protecting and However, too many people are unaware of Thursday, May 29, 2014 defending the lives of those around him, and this potentially fatal condition. The main indi- I join citizens throughout Florida’s Gulf Coast cator of preeclampsia is high blood pressure. and across the Nation in extending my deep- The House in Committee of the Whole Additional symptoms of preeclampsia are House on the State of the Union had under est appreciation for his faithful service. common to pregnancy such as headaches, consideration the bill (H.R. 4660) making ap- The proud son of a father who was Chief of abdominal pain, shortness of breath, vomiting, propriations for the Departments of Com- Police of the Piqua Police Department in confusion, heightened state of anxiety or vis- merce and Justice, Science, and Related Agencies for the fiscal year ending Sep- Piqua, Ohio, Sergeant Huffman followed in his ual disturbances such as oversensitivity to light or blurred vision. That is why I support tember 30, 2015, and for other purposes: father’s footsteps in pursuit of a law enforce- the Preeclampsia Foundation’s efforts to edu- Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Chair, with regard to my ment career. Sergeant Huffman served as a cate women and their families to know the votes on the Commerce, Justice, Science, and police officer in Troy, Ohio, from 1979 until symptoms, respond to warning signs, and Related Agencies Appropriations Act: 1984 when he joined the Pensacola Police seek prenatal care. I voted for and helped pass the Grayson Department. So much more needs to be understood amendment, confident that as the bill pro- Sergeant Huffman performed various roles about this condition—why it occurs, how to ceeds, a sophisticated, nuanced, and bal- while at the Pensacola Police Department, in- cure it, and its long-term effect on a woman anced reporter shield provision will be inserted in lieu of the current text of the amendment. cluding Community Relations; SWAT; K–9 and her child’s health. Research has dem- The rules and traditions of the House require Unit with his partner Isia; TAC, Uniform Patrol; onstrated a possible direct link to the placenta. that amendments to appropriations bills of- and DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Edu- I understand that starting this year, the Na- tional Institute of Child Health and Human De- fered on the floor conform to strict rules that cation) Officer at N.B. Cook and Scenic preclude balanced and detailed formulation. Heights elementary schools, Episcopal Day velopment at NIH will embark on a new effort to understand diseases and conditions related The Conference Committee will have the lati- School, Montessori, and Sacred Heart to the placenta, and it is my hope that it leads tude needed to insert a balanced reporter schools. In 1999, he was promoted to ser- to new discovery for preeclampsia and other shield provision and I will urge such an ap- geant, and in 2002, he was honored as the conditions of pregnancy. proach. Florida DARE Officer of the Year. Together we must do all we can to eliminate Additionally, I voted for final passage with Throughout the course of his career, Ser- preventable maternal and infant death and dis- the assumption that certain problematic provi- sions would be removed in Conference Com- geant Huffman was an inspiration to our Na- ability. I am hopeful for the promise of our re- search efforts, and I am grateful for the work mittee. tion’s youth and his fellow officers. There is no I am pleased that we can move forward with of clinicians around this country and organiza- question that he made a significant impact in the Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related tions like the Preeclampsia Foundation who the lives of many, and the Northwest Florida Agencies Appropriations Act and expect that work so hard tirelessly to advance maternal community was blessed by his unwavering upon passage in the Senate, the Conference and infant health and well-being. commitment to service. While Sergeant Committee will improve the bill. f Huffman’s retirement will signal the end of his f career with the Pensacola Police Department, HONORING DAVID FREEMAN AND RECOGNIZING COLONEL DIRON J. it is merely the beginning of the lasting legacy PROCLAIMING WILLIAM B. IDE that he leaves behind. CRUZ ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM DAY THE GUAM ARMY NATIONAL On June 1, Sergeant Huffman will kick off GUARD his retirement and embark on his next journey HON. DOUG LaMALFA with a 60 day, 3,785 mile bike ride to help OF CALIFORNIA HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO raise awareness and support for multiple scle- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF GUAM rosis research. Friday, May 30, 2014 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Mr. LAMALFA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Friday, May 30, 2014 Congress, it gives me great honor to recog- recognize William Brown Ide, the leader of the Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today nize Police Sergeant Chris Huffman for his 1846 Bear Flag Revolt, and the only President to recognize COL Diron J. Cruz on his retire- years of service and his passion for bettering of the California Republic. After California’s ment from the Guam Army National Guard. the lives of others. My wife Vicki joins me in annexation into the United States, Mr. Ide COL Cruz is the second son of Antonio thanking Sergeant Chris Huffman for his dedi- served as a Probate and County Judge, Pre- Babauta Cruz and Guadalupe Santiago Cruz cation to the Northwest Florida community and siding Judge of the Court of Sessions, County of Malesso, Guam. He was born in Tamuning, wishing him; his wife of 32 years, Darla; and Recorder, County Auditor, County Clerk, Guam and graduated from Father Duenas Me- their two daughters, Courtney and Kelsey, all County Treasurer, Deputy County Surveyor morial School in 1980. COL Cruz is the father the best. and Deputy Sheriff of Colusi County. of two daughters, Lenika and Nozomi.

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