E1424 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 16, 2014 these institutions can continue serving Amer- rest of the Chamber Board for their leadership ship from Rollins College, Crummer Graduate ican consumers. and dedication to our community. I would also School of Business. In addition, H.R. 5461 incorporates three like to recognize and thank Russ Slinkard, the I am honored to recognize Julio Rocha, dur- other bills that originated in the Financial Serv- President and Chief Executive Officer of the ing Hispanic Heritage Month, for his leader- ices Committee and previously received over- Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce and In- ship and contributions to the Central Florida whelming bipartisan support: H.R. 634, the dustry, and all of the staff. Community. Business Mitigation and Price Stabilization The Joliet Region Chamber of Commerce f Act; H.R. 3211, the Mortgage Choice Act; and and Industry has been a partner to the city as H.R. 4167, the Restoring Proven Financing for it has grown and changed over the past 100 HONORING JAMISON DUNN American Employees Act. years. The Chamber plays a vital role in the In this time when there seems to be so little economic health of Joliet and the surrounding HON. SAM GRAVES that Republicans and Democrats in Wash- area. OF MISSOURI ington agree on, I think it’s important to note Again, I would like to congratulate the Joliet IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES just how much bipartisan support all of these Region Chamber of Commerce and Industry Tuesday, September 16, 2014 bills earned. for 100 years of service to our community. H.R. 634 passed the Financial Services f Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I Committee 59–0 on May 7, 2013 and then proudly pause to recognize Jamison Dunn. passed the House 411–22 on June 12, 2013. IN HONOR OF CLARA MAE MILLER Jamison is a very special young man who has This bipartisan bill exempts manufacturers, exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship ranchers and small companies that buy and HON. BILL FLORES and leadership by taking an active part in the sell derivatives to hedge against business risk OF TEXAS Boy Scouts of America, Troop 1414, and earn- from burdensome margin and capital require- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. ments of the Dodd-Frank Act. Jamison has been very active with his troop, Tuesday, September 16, 2014 H.R. 3211 passed the committee unani- participating in many scout activities. Over the mously by voice vote on May 22 of this year Mr. FLORES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to many years Jamison has been involved with and then passed the House by voice vote on congratulate Ms. Clara Mae Miller on her scouting, he has not only earned numerous June 9. This bipartisan bill increases access to 100th birthday. Ms. Miller has led a remark- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- mortgage credit for low- and middle-income able life that is grand in accomplishments ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Americans by modifying the definition of through her hard work and dedication. I join Jamison has contributed to his community ‘‘points and fees’’ for the purposes of deter- her family, friends, and the community of Cal- through his Eagle Scout project. After gradua- mining whether a mortgage is eligible for treat- vert, Texas in celebrating this event. I wish her tion, Jamison plans to continue a life of serv- ment as a ‘‘Qualified Mortgage’’ under Dodd- more years of happiness, fulfillment, and ice by enlisting in the Armed Forces and serv- Frank. health. Congratulations to Ms. Miller on her ing our country. H.R. 4167 passed the committee 53–3 on centennial birthday milestone. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in March 14, 2014 and then passed the House f commending Jamison Dunn for his accom- by voice vote on April 29. This bipartisan bill plishments with the Boy Scouts of America RECOGNIZING THE addresses unintended, harmful economic con- and for his efforts put forth in achieving the CONTRIBUTIONS OF JULIO ROCHA sequences for collateralized loan obligations highest distinction of Eagle Scout. caused by the final version of Dodd-Frank’s f Volcker rule. HON. ALAN GRAYSON FIGHT AGAINST CANCER Mr. Speaker, not a single one of these ideas OF FLORIDA is divisive. All are bipartisan, and each one of- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fers common sense regulatory relief to our Tuesday, September 16, 2014 HON. CHRIS STEWART struggling economy. Anyone who tries to claim OF UTAH otherwise is simply misstating the facts be- Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, to recog- cause the record is absolutely clear. Tuesday, September 16, 2014 I urge House passage of this bipartisan bill, nize Julio Rocha. A motivated leader, Julio including its provisions that were previously Rocha’s passion for entrepreneurship, busi- Mr. STEWART. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and overwhelmingly approved by the House ness management, and volunteerism is evi- speak about the fight against cancer. Although with support from Republicans and Demo- denced by 14 years of experience as a finan- there have been great medical strides made crats, and I call on Senate leaders to put par- cial advisor and community leader. over the years, it is sobering to think that tisanship aside and to stop their dilatory tac- A business owner with a successful track today, in this nation, someone will die of can- tics. The House once again is offering bipar- record in Central Florida, Julio has utilized his cer every 60 seconds. That is a terrible out- tisan solutions to help our economy and cre- business management, business development, come, and we need to remain vigilant in our ate jobs. There’s no excuse why the Senate and investment know-how through leadership fight to eradicate this awful disease. should not do the same. positions at several community and national It is true that much has been done in recent organizations. Julio has been recognized as decades to extend lives, to save lives, and to f an ‘‘Orlando Power Broker’’ by the Orlando improve the lives of individuals who have can- HONORING THE JOLIET REGION Sentinel and one of the ‘‘25 Most Influential cer, but still there is much more that we can CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND Hispanics’’ in Central Florida by Vision Maga- do. Patients are still being denied access to INDUSTRY, 2014 zine. innovative treatments for reasons that have Julio’s work to further education started in nothing to do with the effectiveness of a treat- HON. BILL FOSTER 2006 and has earned him national recognition. ment and everything to do with the fact that OF ILLINOIS In 2012 Julio received the ‘‘Brillante Award for we are studying, regulating, and paying for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Volunteer Excellence’’ from the National Soci- new cancer drugs in the same way we did 50 ety of Hispanic MBAs. Among his many en- years ago. In the face of the Ebola crisis, the Tuesday, September 16, 2014 deavors in this area, he was instrumental in federal government and healthcare organiza- Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in establishing scholarships and fellowships with tions have reduced regulatory barriers in order support of the Joliet Region Chamber of Com- local colleges and universities. to reduce the time required to get new medi- merce and Industry as it celebrates its 100 Julio was born in New York City and raised cines to patients from six years to less than year anniversary. in the South Bronx. He is a graduate of ‘‘San two. We owe it to cancer patients to allow For the past century, the Joliet Region Jose’’ La Salle, Lake Brantley High School, them the same rapid access to these treat- Chamber of Commerce and Industry has sup- and earned an AA from Seminole State Col- ments, particularly when it might be their only ported local businesses with training, chari- lege. He has a BA with a concentration in Be- hope of survival. table work, and community promotion. havioral Science, and an Advanced Manage- In particular, there are three at least policy I would like to recognize and thank the Jo- ment and Financial Planning Certificate from objectives we should be pursuing: (1) to direct liet Region Chamber of Commerce and Indus- the University of Central Florida. Julio also has the FDA to approve new life-extending drugs try Chair of the Board Jeff Thompson and the an MBA with a concentration in entrepreneur- for cancer once Phase I studies show a high

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Throughout her serv- knowledge of farming and has allowed for for patients who have run out of treatment op- ice, General Ashenhurst has commanded and their great success, and the greater Northwest tions or are excluded from clinical trials. held staff officer assignments located at all Florida community has been able to share in These are critical policy goals that must be levels of the Guard. the fruits of their labor through local farmers considered by Congress. There is no doubt General Ashenhurst’s most recent assign- markets where the Holley’s sell their produce. that some minds at the FDA may be difficult ments include: the Commanding General of Mr. Speaker, our great Nation was built by to change. But I believe that difficulty cannot the 73rd Troop Command; the Commander of farmers and their families. The Okaloosa be compared to the life and death decisions the 237th Personnel Services Battalion; the County Outstanding Farm Family of the Year that our citizens and their families and friends Director of the Property and Fiscal Operations Award is a reflection of the Holley’s tireless face when access to the innovative cancer for the United States Property and Fiscal Of- work and their dedication to family, and farm- therapies that provide their best or only fice for Ohio. She has also formally served as ing. On behalf of the United States Congress, chance to save, prolong and improve their the Central Ohio Chapter President of the As- I would like to offer my congratulations to the lives remains out of reach because of our lack sociation of the United States Army and Presi- Holley family for being outstanding in their of action. dent of the Ohio National Guard Association. field. My wife Vicki and I extend our best wish- This is a challenge we can meet, and I’m Today, General Ashenhurst continues to es for their continued success. optimistic that we will. serve our country with great commitment and f enthusiasm. She serves as the Adjutant Gen- f eral of the Joint Force Headquarters—Ohio. TAIWAN NATIONAL DAY 2014 She is also a member of the Ohio Governor’s TRIBUTE TO MARY BETH WALKER cabinet where she is responsible for com- HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL manding the Ohio National Guard and main- HON. DARRELL E. ISSA OF NEW YORK taining the military readiness of the Ohio Mili- OF CALIFORNIA tia. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES General Ashenhurst has been unwavering in Tuesday, September 16, 2014 her service to both Ohio and to the United Tuesday, September 16, 2014 Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to States. I offer my sincere congratulations to Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take congratulate Taiwan on their National Day. On Major General Deborah Ashenhurst for being this opportunity to recognize Mary Beth Walk- October 10, Taiwan will celebrate their 103rd elected to this position. On behalf of Ohio and er who is leaving the House to take a position National Day, also known as Double Ten day the country, I thank her for her service and with the Office of the Solicitor of the United because it falls on the tenth day of the tenth wish her the best in her new role. States Patent and Trademark Office. Ms. month. f Walker served in the House’s Office of Gen- October 10, 1911 marks the beginning of eral Counsel for two and one half years as an the Wuchang Uprising which led to the fall of RECOGNIZING THE HOLLEY FAM- Assistant Counsel. We will miss her. China’s Qing Dynasty. In turn, the fall of the ILY AS THE 2014 OKALOOSA Qing Dynasty paved the way for Taiwan to be- COUNTY, FLORIDA, OUT- Ms. Walker provided frequent and invalu- come the beacon of democracy and economic STANDING FARM FAMILY OF able legal advice and representation to the powerhouse it is today. THE YEAR Committee on Oversight and Government Re- We greatly appreciate Taiwan as a friend form, as well as to Members, officers, and and as an economic partner. Taiwan is the HON. JEFF MILLER other committees of the House more gen- United States’ 16th largest export market. As erally. Our staff came to rely on her expertise OF FLORIDA and guidance in connection with many of their a matter of fact, in 2013 Taiwan imported al- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES most $26 billion dollars in goods from the investigative and oversight activities, as well Tuesday, September 16, 2014 United States last year. From my state, New as in connection with the Committee’s inter- York, Taiwan imported over $750,000,000 dol- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is actions with the other branches of the federal lars worth of goods in 2013. with great pleasure that I rise to recognize the government. Over the years, Ms. Walker Both in New York and nationwide, the U.S. Holley Family from Baker, Florida, for being played a significant role in safeguarding the economy greatly benefits from a robust eco- selected as the 2014 Okaloosa County, Flor- legal and institutional interests of the House of nomic relationship with Taiwan—this relation- ida, Outstanding Farm Family of the Year. Representatives. ship is good for Taiwan and it is good for Like so many farmers in our Nation, farming Ms. Walker served the House with great dis- America. is a family affair for the Holley’s. Together, tinction, and we know she will serve the Pat- Congratulations again to Taiwan on their three generations of the Holley family— ent and Trademark Office with that same level National Day. We look forward to many more Hughdon and his wife of 47 years, Joan, along of distinction. We thank her for her service to years of close friendship. with their son Gary and his wife Susan, and the House and extend to her our very best wishes for her continued success. f their grandchildren, Michael and Bryan—work together on their nearly 200 acre farm on a RECOGNIZING MAJOR GENERAL wide variety of agricultural areas. On their f DEBORAH A. ASHENHURST family farm, the Holley’s produce high quality PERSONAL EXPLANATION vegetables and row crop com and wheat. In HON. STEVE STIVERS addition to successfully cultivating vegetables, OF OHIO corn, and wheat, the Holley’s also work tire- HON. JOHN A. YARMUTH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lessly to successfully maintain a wide array of OF KENTUCKY additional farming activities, including bee- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, September 16, 2014 keeping, timber production, and raising cattle. Tuesday, September 16, 2014 Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The Holley’s are a hard-working family that recognize Major General Deborah A. exemplify the qualities and high-character that Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I was unable Ashenhurst for being elected Chair of the Na- have been hallmarks of our Nation’s agricul- to cast the recorded vote for rollcall 497. Had tional Guard Association of the United States tural heritage. During nearly a half-century of I been present I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ for Board of Directors. General Ashenhurst has marriage, both Mr. and Mrs. Holley worked this measure. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous the distinguished honor of being the first full-time jobs away from the farm, while also consent that my statement appear in the per- woman to serve in this position. raising their two sons, Gary and Keith. As Mr. manent RECORD immediately following these Since enlisting in the Ohio Army National and Mrs. Holley have grown older, the row votes. Guard in 1978, General Ashenhurst’s military cropping and oversight of the majority of the Bill: H.R. 5108—On Motion to Suspend the career has been nothing short of outstanding. farming operations have been left to Gary; Rules and Pass, as Amended; Rollcall No. General Ashenhurst was commissioned as an however, Hughdon and Joan still enjoy farm- 497; Vote: ‘‘yes.’’

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