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FAREWELL TO CONGRESSMAN Mr. HALL and the Hunger Committee received people in all seasons and form a rich legacy TONY P. HALL the 1992 Silver World Food Day Medal from for generations to come. the Food and Agriculture Organization of the PRELUDE: SPEECH OF United Nations. Mr. HALL is a recipient of the Mrs. Judy Snopek, Pianist. INVOCATION: HON. RUSH D. HOLT United States Committee for UNICEF 1995 The Reverend Daniel P. Coughlin, Chap- OF NEW JERSEY Children’s Legislative Advocate Award, U.S. lain, United States House of Representa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AID Presidential End Hunger Award, 1992 tives. Oxfam America Partners Award, Bread for the REVEREND COUGHLIN: Members and Thursday, July 25, 2002 World Distinguished Service Against Hunger staff and friends, today we gather to remem- Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, today I am both Award, and NCAA Silver Anniversary Award. ber, memorialize and celebrate the life and Despite the number of awards he has won, service of Dr. James David Ford as Chaplain pleased and saddened to be in a position to to the House of Representatives for over 21 present these remarks about TONY HALL. TONY HALL’s impact can be felt not by the years. I wish also to acknowledge the Parlia- Pleased because I have had the opportunity to number of plaques and awards in his office, mentarian, Charlie Johnson, and Reverend serve with TONY for the past four years, and but by the number of men, women and chil- Ron Christian, both very close friends to Dr. pleased because I know he will do so much to dren around the world who have seen their Ford, for their efforts to assure this event help the hungry and the less fortunate in his lives brightened, and their sense of hope re- would happen after the cancellation of the new job; yet saddened because his guiding newed because of his actions. memorial service first planned for Sep- tember 11. That tragic event affected all of hand and steadfast effort on behalf of those TONY was recently nominated by the Presi- us and only deepened the pain of our loss of less fortunate will be missed when he leaves dent to serve as our ambassador to the United Jim Ford when terrorism robbed us even of Congress. Nations Food and Agriculture Organization, the freedom to assemble and grieve as well Because TONY’s reputation precedes him, the world’s preeminent hunger fighting organi- as thank God for this gifted pastor, coun- TONY was one Member I was especially look- zation. While I am disappointed that I will no selor and friend of so many here in the House ing forward to knowing when I arrived in the longer have the pleasure of serving with TONY which he loved so much and which was hon- House. Three times nominated for the Nobel in the U.S. House of Representatives, I am re- ored by his years of faith-filled service. We are indebted also to the Honorable Jeff Peace Prize, Congressman TONY P. HALL has assured by the fact that somebody of his tal- Trandahl and the Clerk’s office for their de- been the leading advocate in Congress for ent and heart will be representing our Nation tailed arrangements for today. hunger relief programs and improving inter- in an effort to fight hunger around the world. As the first Lutheran pastor to serve in the national human rights conditions. Over the last f House as Chaplain, Dr. Ford was rooted in twenty-four years, there is not a single Mem- the Word, and so I thought it only fitting to ber of this great body who has contributed A CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE OF begin with a short reading from Saint Paul: more to those who cannot stand up for them- DR. JAMES DAVID FORD If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but handed selves. Without TONY here, we will all need to SPEECH OF him over for us all, will he not also give us pull together to make sure that those less for- everything else along with him? Who will tunate are not left behind. HON. STEPHEN HORN bring a charge against God’s chosen ones? It TONY has worked actively to improve human OF CALIFORNIA is God who acquits us who will condemn. It rights conditions around the world, especially IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is Christ Jesus who died, rather was raised, in the Philippines, East Timor, Paraguay, who also is at the right hand of God and in- Thursday, July 25, 2002 South Korea, Romania, and the former Soviet deed intercedes for us all. What will separate Mr. HORN. Mr. Speaker, Chaplain Jim Ford us from the love of Christ? Languish or dis- Union. In 2000, he introduced legislation to tress or persecution or famine or nakedness stop importing ‘‘conflict diamonds’’ that are had a positive influence on every member of or peril or the sword? No, in all these things mined in regions of Sierra Leone under rebel the House of Representatives, and I was privi- we conquer overwhelmingly through him control. In 1999, he was the leader in Con- leged to know him and grateful to have his who loved us. For I am convinced that nei- gress calling for the United States to pay its friendship for nine years. As Chaplain, Jim ther death nor life, nor angels nor principal- back dues to the United Nations. had the rare quality of being able to relate to ities, nor present things nor future things, TONY HALL’s record on hunger issues is un- everyone regardless of religious affiliation or nor powers, nor height nor depth, nor any creature will be able to separate us from the paralleled in Congress. TONY was a founding background. As a friend, he was there for any- love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. member of the Select Committee on Hunger one needing help through life’s inevitable ups So as we begin, let us call to memory first and served as its chairman from 1989 until it or downs. As a family man, his loving and ac- impressions, wisdom sayings, poignant mo- was abolished in 1993. He has been an out- complished wife and children are a testament. ments and compassion and joyful laughter spoken advocate for fighting domestic and As a human being, he had an exuberant zest which he usually left with us. international hunger and he has initiated legis- for living and caring, for adventure, for knowl- Let us pray for Jim Ford. edge, and for jokes. Lord God, you chose our brother James to lation enacted into law to fight hunger-related serve your people as a minister and so share diseases in developing nations. He has visited When I had surgery for prostate cancer, Jim the joys and burdens of their lives. Look numerous poverty-stricken and war-tom re- visited me in the hospital. He was a survivor with mercy on him and give him the just regions of the world. He was the sponsor of a himself, and his humor and his irrepressible ward of his labors. Continue to console his successful 1990 emergency measure to assist positive attitude filled the room. My wife and I family and all those he loved. Grant him now state Women, Infants and Children (WIC) pro- were fortunate to have traveled with Jim and the fullness of life promised to those who grams and legislation to establish a clearing- Marcy in the Middle East and in Europe, preach your good news, your holy gospel. We house to promote gleaning to provide poor where we had the benefit of Jim’s companion- ask this through Christ our Lord, Amen. We would like now to hear from a good friend. people with food. TONY has worked to promote ship and his vast store of historical anecdotes. REMARKS: microenterprise to reduce joblessness. He had an impressive understanding of the The Honorable Charles W. Johnson III, When the Hunger Committee was abol- world’s three great religions centered in Jeru- Parliamentarian, United States House of ished, TONY fasted for three weeks to draw at- salem. Although Jim was modest about his el- Representatives tention to the needs of hungry people in the oquent daily prayers in the House of Rep- CHARLIE JOHNSON: Mr. Speaker, I am United States and around the world. resentatives, it is the wish of his many col- honored to be here today as Jim’s friend representing the staff. As Jim used to say, Rep. HALL was nominated for the Nobel leagues and friends that they should be pub- ‘‘Johnson, you never were invited to be a Peace Prize in 1998, 1999, and 2001 for his lished. Chaplain Ford’s prayers covering 21 public speaker because you couldn’t if you humanitarian and hunger-related work. For his years are a powerful commentary on the spirit were.’’ He said, ‘‘All you can do is this.’’ hunger legislation and for his proposal for a of the people’s House through times of tran- ‘‘This’’ means whisper and ‘‘this’’ means hit Humanitarian Summit in the Horn of Africa, quility and turmoil. They are prayers for all the mute button at the same time.

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VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.000 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1408 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Last year around this time, my beloved of itself, and there are folks here today, and the rostrum with me day in and day out, and predecessor, Bill Brown, passed away. There I am here as a spokesperson for the people at we would just kind of try to pull together was a Quaker gathering for Bill in Lincoln, the rostrum and other employees in the Cap- the thoughts that these guest chaplains Virginia. It was a beautiful service. Jim used itol whose lives were enriched every day by might have had, what their impressions were to commend Quaker prayer hour to the Jim’s presence. He was a larger-than-life per- of the House, and then the theme of the day House on occasion, not publicly, but there son in a lot of ways. But the great thing and the personalities involved in the 1-min- were long periods of silence and then I felt so about it, he had this self-deprecating humor utes. He could bring to me a context of the inspired to talk about Bill’s public service about this adventurous part of him and he humanity of the House viewed from his own and I said, Bill never lobbied for anything, could laugh at himself. By doing that he eyes and from the eyes of visiting clergy. It except for one resolution, and that was on would make everyone else’s life richer. The was a tremendous sense of inspiration when January 15, 1979, the opening of the 96th Con- power to laugh at yourself was embodied in he did that for me. gress, when the new Chaplain had just been Jim Ford. But what I really want to honor today, and elected and the new Chaplain was going to be For example, he had this proclivity to I think we all do, is really the way Jim the first full-time Chaplain and he had five jump off ski lifts backwards. There was a Pa- brought a modern chaplaincy to the House. children and the word came down, although rade, one of those Sunday Parade insertions As the first full-time Chaplain, he was avail- Bill didn’t know and had not met the new in the Washington Post that Tip O’Neill hap- able. He may not have always been here for Chaplain, that he needed a pay raise. So the pened to notice. The next day the Chaplain a benediction, but he was here into the eve- Parliamentarian took it upon himself to offered the prayer. No sooner was that pray- nings, and he would come onto the floor and make sure the floor was clear of all potential er over but the Chaplain was walking off, he would be available to Members. He always objectors and at the appropriate time H. Res. ‘‘Hey, Monsignor, come over here.’’ ‘‘Mon- said, ‘‘You know, Johnson, you’ll never get 7 came up, called up by Jim Wright on Janu- signor’’ was Chaplain Ford. He said, ‘‘I never that resolution through on the benediction.’’ ary 15 and, boom, the Chaplain’s salary was knew you were such a wacko.’’ Direct quote I said, ‘‘Why?’’ ‘‘Because I have 218 votes.’’ I tripled. I mentioned that at Bill’s Quaker from Tip O’Neill. The microphone was on. So said, ‘‘Well, how do you know that?’’ And he meeting. And some further period of quiet from that day on, he was Wacko to some of pulled out a red book and that book had the intervened and Chaplain Ford, retired, was us. names of his appointments, past, present and in the congregation. He stood up and said, ‘‘I And then his trans-Atlantic sail. You have future. There were a lot of Members’ names was the recipient.’’ It was the spontaneity of all heard about his adventures to sail the At- in that book. He said, ‘‘I’ve got names. I’ve it. It was not orchestrated. I don’t think he lantic. He said, ‘‘Johnson, are you a sailor?’’ got enough on these various names in this can orchestrate Quaker meetings, at least I said, ‘‘No.’’ He said, ‘‘Well, let me take you for that event, but there he was Chaplain in book that they will never support this reso- out on the Chesapeake and I’ll show you how lution.’’ 1979 and befriending people left and right. to sail.’’ So he and Bill Brown and myself He had his own separate chaplaincy right Chaplain, you saw that red book. Every went out. It was a windy day. He got on his time he held it up, I got the message. But his at the rostrum of the House. I will allude to boat. He put on this engineer’s cap. Peter, certain little anecdotes as I go along here. pastoral, his being a pastor to Members and you remember, who he sailed the Atlantic staff was the modern chaplaincy, full-time, But come 1985, 6 years into his chaplaincy, it with. Suddenly this gust of wind comes up, was his 53rd birthday. Tip O’Neill was proud in confidence, a priest-penitent relationship, boom, the hat is gone forever and the sail is the full confidentiality of it where he could to sponsor a resolution, we called it House ripped. It was in our first half-hour. He spent Res. 53, and he handed it to him from the say things to me that wouldn’t reveal a con- the rest of the day getting his sail sewn up. fidence but would give me a better perspec- rostrum. The resolution would have amended It could have been very humiliating for him, rule VII to read as follows. Rule VII is now tive. but he saw the humor in it. It just was the His notion of inclusiveness. He loved to somewhere else as a result of recodification, way he could laugh at himself during this ad- but don’t ask me where. The resolution have people from other faiths or from no par- venturous part of his life. ticular faith be part of a dialogue with him- would have said, ‘‘The Chaplain shall attend Then in his later years, he flew ultralight at the commencement of each day’s sitting self. Not many people know this. I see a cou- airplanes, as some of you know. He would al- ple. He did pretty well on the honorarium of the House and shall open the same with ways brag, ‘‘I’m the only one in our group prayer, and shall personally attend, without circuit. Every one of those honorarium who hasn’t crashed yet.’’ And one day 2 years checks as far as I know went to the Luther benefit of guest Chaplain, at the adjourn- ago, Bill Brown and I and our wives would ment of each day’s sitting of the House, in- Place homeless shelter. Thousands of dollars. celebrate New Year’s Eve at Bill’s log cabin. Thousands of dollars. Very generous. He cluding all special orders, and close the same I said, ‘‘Jim, why don’t you fly over, and I’ll with a benediction.’’ never mentioned it. just kind of tell people that you’re going to Here is a photograph of two people a lot In a very personal way, obviously you can do a flyover of Bill’s farm on New Year’s younger. Jim Ford, this is H. Res. 53, there is tell we were friends, but he at my behest a preamble, a series of ‘‘whereas’’ clauses ex- Day.’’ He said, ‘‘All right.’’ So we went out. went to a place called Camp Dudley in West- plaining why it was necessary to require the I said, ‘‘Let’s go out for a walk.’’ It’s New port, New York, 13 summers to preach. It is first full-time Chaplain to stick around full- Year’s morning, we are out there, I don’t the oldest boys camp in the country. He time. His predecessors, Bernard Braskamp hear anything. It’s a beautiful 1st of Janu- would go up and do a great sermon for young and Ed Latch, were part-time, lovely, won- ary. Someone said, ‘‘Charlie, forget it. He’s boys on the shores of Lake Champlain in an derful ministers to the House but they not coming. The dream is over.’’ Just then outdoor chapel. His recurring theme, he weren’t full-time. But here was Jim Ford this sound of an ultralight. He had to come would talk about adventure and all this, was full-time. Tip was lobbying for this. And so across Dulles airspace to get to Bill’s farm. the attitude of gratitude. I remember that this picture was taken. On it, it says, ‘‘Char- He had said he didn’t want to land because it little saying that he would use, and when he lie, would you buy a used prayer from this would disturb the neighbors. Bill had 300 used it with young people it was especially man?’’ Addressed, ‘‘Best Wishes, Jim Ford, acres. He didn’t know how to land. But he impressive, but the fact that he went 13 July 25, 1985.’’ showed up. He showed up and he dipped his years, and one time he came in on a motor- Jim Ford never wanted his prayers printed wings as a token of friendship. cycle cross-country with Peter just to be as his predecessors’ prayers had been in a lit- And then there were these civility retreats there. He knew he had to be there. He started tle document because he felt some of them to which some of you Members, Ray and oth- in Washington State, came across country, were used. He would grab a psalm or a hymn, ers, have attended. He would come in on a but he was there, bearded and all. Just won- he did hundreds of prayers and so they motorcycle or on horseback, and there was derful. weren’t always original, but they were al- this one video that he showed of himself And so let me just close by remembering ways meaningful. That was why he never had emerging from the statuary in Statuary his final days, days of obvious distress for his prayers printed. Hall, as if he were one of the statues, inton- him, but there was a tree planting on the But then that ministry at the rostrum as I ing the history of the House of Representa- Capitol grounds in August of last year. talked about it, we started to lobby for sup- tives. He showed me this video. He knew I Speaker Hastert arranged it. It was a hot port of House Resolution 53 and that lob- was just going to laugh and laugh at it, that day. It was about 98 degrees. His whole fam- bying, and I think some Members past and he would subject himself to this kind of ily was there. It was wonderful. present, Mr. Speaker, got wind of this, so thing. And I said, ‘‘What would Will Rogers There was a little reception afterwards. would Members support this resolution, and have said to you, Jim, in Statuary Hall?’’ He Then I went away for a couple of weeks, and it was almost unanimous. Everyone felt that thought that was very funny. while we were away, we learned that he a full-time Chaplain should be there to do a In a more serious way, he was a listener. passed away. I got back, and on my desk was personal benediction. You can’t rely on guest He used to say, ‘‘Text without context is pre- the most beautiful letter of thanks from chaplains for that, with one exception, and I text.’’ He would come up and sit on the floor Jim. will never forget when I asked Henry Gon- of the House during 1-minutes and guest And so on behalf of all the employees, ros- zalez whether he would support it, the cham- chaplains by the hundreds would come and trum, police force, the folks whom he coun- pion of special orders, he said, ‘‘No, that is he would be with them. Then he would spend seled during that terrible shooting, I am here my definition of cruel and unusual punish- a lot of time with them after they had as a staffer to honor Jim and the way he ment.’’ I won’t forget that. preached. And then he would come back brought a true chaplaincy which lives to this That banter at the rostrum was not just after listening to some very provocative 1- day to the House of Representatives. for the fun of it but it was a ministry in and minutes and he would come back and sit on REMARKS:

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.003 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1409 The Honorable Martin Olav Sabo, United erend Sodergren’s countenance soften into a ture and make the best use of our time. ‘So States House of Representatives congratulatory smile. And when my husband teach us to number our days that we may MR. SABO. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Leader, fam- came to Washington with the 105th Congress gain a heart of wisdom.’ James David Ford ily and friends of Chaplain Ford, wasn’t that and met Marcy’s husband, the two became gained a heart of wisdom and we all bene- beautiful? fast friends. fited from his great and wise and loving The rest of us, I think, should really sit Walter loved Jim, as I did and do, as one heart.’’ down, because that really captured Jim does a brother or a lifelong friend. And when And then Jim prayed this prayer, so I will Ford. Sarah called me with the sad news of Jim’s now pray it for him: I came here as a freshman in 1979. I imme- death, I confessed that my first thought was ‘‘We commend our friend and colleague to diately read someplace that there was a new that he and Walter are now having a fine you, O gracious God, and we do so in thanks- Chaplain being appointed. He was from Min- time telling Lars and Oley jokes. They are giving. We are grateful for his presence in neapolis. I didn’t recognize the name. I won- livening the proceedings in heaven just as our lives and for the light that he gave us as dered, who knows? It’s great. I’ve never they did on the House floor. In fact, Jim told a father, a husband, a grandfather, as a heard of him, I don’t know anything about several of those corny jokes when he spoke teacher, and as our beloved Chaplain. We saw him, but pretty soon I got to meet this won- at Walter’s memorial service in 1997. And so the light of his spirit and we were drawn to derful person. it goes without saying that following the him in such a special way. How blessed we He had some flaws. He was a Swede. I’m death of my husband and then my daughter, have been and how grateful we are. Amen.’’ Norwegian. He went to college with his Chaplain Ford ministered to me and to my Thank you. Swedish background. I went to college with family, to Walter’s and my staff with utmost MUSICAL INTERLUDE: a Norwegian background. But everything compassion, strength and sensitivity. I Mrs. Judy Snopek, Pianist that Charlie said about him, that ski jump learned in a very personal way the impor- REMARKS: really does exist. The park is still there. I tance of the Chaplain to the House of Rep- The Honorable Richard A Gephardt, Demo- discovered he grew up in Northeast Min- resentatives, and thus I was honored to serve cratic Leader United States House of Rep- neapolis. His name, family name, originally on the Speaker’s search committee with my resentatives was Anderson and sometime along the way it colleagues who are here to find a new Chap- Mr. GEPHARDT: On behalf of all the Mem- changed to Ford. He always told me if his an- lain and was reminded time and time again bers, we want to say to the Ford family how cestors would have kept Anderson, he would during that process of the incredible skills sorry we are that Reverend Ford has died have been a Member of Congress, not I. He that Jim Ford brought to his job. and passed from our presence and that you came from Northeast. I always reminded him On November 10, 1999, it was my privilege have lost him. We also want to celebrate his he came from up on the hill, not down in the to help manage H.Res. 373 to appoint Rev- life, because we think that is what today is valley where the real Democrats were. erend James David Ford as Chaplain Emer- really about. I enjoyed all of the speeches; But I got to know just this wonderful per- itus of the House of Representatives. I de- they were wonderful. I expected good speech- son. Charlie really captured that zest of life scribed him with these words: ‘‘He has in- es from Members of Congress; I didn’t quite that he had. It was unique. I think that is fused this House with spiritual strength in expect what we got from the Parliamen- what caught the attention of all of us. He times of triumph and in times of tragedy. He tarian. When he did it, I realized I had never was clergy but he most certainly wasn’t has spent countless thousands of hours pro- heard him speak in public, other than ‘‘say pompous or self-righteous. He related to all viding pastoral care to Members and staff this, do that.’’ It has been a while since I of us. I suppose in some ways for me, despite who desperately need his guidance. He has have been able to get that from him, but we the fact that he was a Swede, we were both taught us to respect and to nurture the di- are working on it. But I thought he caught still Midwestern Lutherans, and it was rath- versity of our own religious faiths and in the essence of Reverend Ford as well as it er easy and simple to do. On the other hand, doing so has reminded us that one of our Na- can be done. I would note, Charlie, that that I watched in amazement his relationship tion’s greatest strengths is our religious plu- speech is well over 5 minutes; but nobody with the totality and the diversity of the ralism.’’ stood up, and there was no Parliamentarian House. He was there. From the minute he Looking back, it is somewhat unsettling to to call you into order. walked in he was probably the most beloved realize that I intended to use this quotation We are here today as the family of the member around the House, and I think that on September 11, the original date of that House of Representatives. We have not only is accurate. I think the membership just had service. Oh, well. I know how we all wished the present Speaker of the House, but two il- tremendous respect for him as an individual, that we had Jim Ford to shepherd us through lustrious former Speakers of the House who but also as a clergy and knowing that they that horrible day and its aftermath. He are here, and lots of others who have a myr- could visit and talk to him about whatever would have calmed our fears, he would have iad of connections with this place. I have might be bothering them in life and they made us strong so that we could confront our been here a quarter of a century now. Time knew that with this exuberant, zesty person, Nation’s challenges, and he would have en- flies when you are having fun. And I must that whatever that relationship was, it was sured that our justifiable rage did not turn tell you, I am more in awe of the institution very professional. He was a pro who really into hatred and intolerance. every day than the first day I got here, and enjoyed life. I suppose for most of us when it I will also never forget what Jim said at I know every Member here feels the same simply came down to it, he was most fun- Walter’s memorial service. He quoted Martin way. This is a place where the hopes and damentally a friend. Luther who said, ‘‘Send your good men into dreams, expectations, grievances of 260 mil- So today, to the family, to everyone, I the ministry but send your best men into lion-or-so people get channeled on a daily would simply say we remember Jim Ford as politics.’’ Our Chaplain was both. He was a basis, for us to sort all of that out and make somebody who was the ultimate pro, some- good man. He was the best of men. He decisions on their behalf. body who had a life of public service, who walked the delicate and yet vital line be- I am often saying that politics is a sub- thoroughly enjoyed life but ultimately, most tween faith and public life, between religion stitute for violence. I used to get snickers at important, was simply a friend to all of us. and politics. He did this with unparalleled that and even some laughing; and in recent REMARKS: skill and devotion. days, as we see suicide bombers blowing The Honorable Lois Capps, United States I have wanted to reach out to Marcy as one themselves up, people being assassinated House of Representatives widow to another to share with her some of around the world, we know better, that that Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, Mr. Leader, Jim’s words of remembrance and prayer really is what it is. That is the magic ingre- Peter, Sarah, family and friends, today as we which he shared at Walter’s memorial serv- dient of this place. It takes a lot of human celebrate the life of Chaplain Jim Ford, we ice. He wrote them about Walter, and so I am effort to allow this institution to do what it are thankful to God and to his family for going to give them back with a heart full of is supposed to do. sharing him with us, with our beloved House, sadness and respect and love, and I will in- Jim Ford was an important part of that with a grateful Nation. There are many fam- sert Jim’s name where he put Walter’s. I mix that allows the House to do its work and ily connections that have made Chaplain very vividly remember the Chaplain saying to do it as successfully as it is done. First of Jim Ford a very special person to the Capps these words on that day at the Old Mission all, he obviously had this wonderful sense of family and these connections go back to 1959. in Santa Barbara: humor. It was kind of what I always recog- Reverend Sodergren, Marcy Ford’s father, ‘‘Ceremonies such as we have today are for nized was the sparkle in his eyes when he was the pastor of a Lutheran church in Port- the living and the lessons we can learn from would come up to you on the floor and tell land, Oregon. One September morning over our friends. God has already given to James you some kind of silly joke that he had that 40 years ago, Walter and I arrived at his David all of the good gifts of everlasting life. he thought was pretty funny. Sometimes it doorstep. The good reverend was exasperated He is in good hands. There is a Bible verse was, usually it wasn’t, but what the heck. It because we were late even though the hour from Psalm 90, verse 12: ’So teach us to num- was the glistening in his eyes and the way he was very early. We were tardy in picking up ber our days that we may gain a heart of wis- got tickled himself about what he was saying his son, Marcy’s brother Jack. He and Walter dom.’Jim did so much with his days, his time that made it fun. And humor can lubricate were to drive together across the country to here on Earth and in this Congress. He was and get you over any tough place that you Augustana Lutheran Seminary in Rock Is- so at home here in the House, so enthusiastic are in, and he used it as well as I have ever land, Illinois. Only when we explained that about doing the work of being a Chaplain. No seen it done. we had just that very morning, only a few one knows how many days or years we will He also understood that we all got elected minutes earlier, become engaged did Rev- be given but we can heed the words of scrip- by half a million or so people, but that we

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.005 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1410 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 are just people, the same kind of people you place that he loved and the men and women as a representative, which I surely cannot do would find anywhere in the United States; that served there and the people that he got and I understand that, but I am here as a the same problems, the same difficulties, the to know, and the young chaplains that came representative of the family just to bring a same failures, the same high moments that up underneath him and who he brought along few closing remarks on behalf of them to all anybody else has; and that we need spiritual the way and now have churches and min- of you. help and guidance and counseling and to istries of their own. Mr. Leader, you did speak very kindly and have a friend as much as anybody else. He But I remember his prayers on the House strongly about Peter as the son of Jim Ford, provided that friendship, that advice, that floor. His prayers were like poetry. They and I only wanted to add to that that each council, that help, that human caring that were lyrical. They touched the soul. And one of the members of the family is an equal Members often desperately need. He may they made all of us think about what our du- to Peter. I have had the great opportunity to have had a book, Charlie, and he may have ties were and responsibilities as citizens and be a friend of the family for 25 years and in- even had names in it; but he did this for 21 as leaders. deed have had a chance to share frequently years, and I don’t know of a time ever that When Jim told me that he was going to re- with Jim Ford, even on the House floor, as I any of the information that he was entrusted tire, I knew that the opening of each session have participated with the opening prayers with got out anywhere. He was totally in wouldn’t be quite the same. Jim Ford was an periodically. your confidence. He was there to help you, institution in an institution. He was part of So on behalf of the Ford family, let me say not to do anything else. the family, and he was an important part of that I know they appreciate and offer to all Finally, he, in every day of his life, I think that family. of you their deep and abiding thanks for exuded what I have come to believe day by We all know about Jim Ford’s sense of ad- your love and for your concern which you day as the most important power in life, and venture, of sailing and flying and have shown during these last months in that is simple human love. He really cared motorcycling and all of these things that, as many different ways, each one appropriate about other people and, in truth, loved peo- a matter of fact, he entranced a lot of Mem- and each one received gratefully. But also, ple, all people. He exuded that and dem- bers in his stories about these things; and he they want to thank you, and I know that is onstrated that every day. actually did them. We know about his love of certainly true from Mrs. Ford, Marcy, one Probably the most important thing any of sailing and motorcycle riding, and we also and all, to thank you for the joy and the hap- us leave behind are our children, and prob- know that Jim was also a compassionate piness and the laughter and the fun that you ably there is no greater reflection of who we soul who worked hard to minister to the all and so many others provided Jim through are and how we live our lives than the way Capitol Hill family. Really, when it comes the years, and through Jim and, therefore, to our children live their lives. In the last down to it, his friendship and his antics and the family. years, we in the House, a lot of us, got to the things that he did and the stories he told Speaking of the family, isn’t it wonderful know Peter Ford because as part of the dip- endeared himself to Members of this Con- to have Hannah here, sitting on the floor lomatic security service, he wound up on gress, to people that he worked with every who will, one day, undoubtedly in the great some of our trips to foreign countries pro- day. He broke down those barriers that oral tradition of our own family lives, bring viding security as we went into sometimes sometimes you find in these political places, forth the stories of the man we gather here some difficult places. He was there on a num- sometimes the things that stop us from real- to remember and to honor and to give ber of trips that Speaker Gingrich and I got ly talking about how we really feel about thanks. to take together, and we both got to know things and our real appreciation for people. The family was all here on September 11, him pretty well. And if our children are a Through his many years of service, he and you need to know that. They came from guide to how we lived our lives, Jim Ford touched many lives, providing spiritual guid- all over the country and all over really from lived his life as well as it can be done, be- ance to Members and staff of all religions many parts of the world; and of course many, cause Peter Ford, in my view, exemplifies all and political persuasions. I remember first as almost all, of course, are not here today for of the values that Jim Ford was really a Speaker and in leadership, one thing that many obvious reasons. But two of the fam- about. happens, you get to go to a lot of funerals; ily, direct family members, are Peter and We were going to do this on September 11. and Jim was always there, and he always had Sarah; and I know you carry with you the I am glad we got to do it. If we face grave a kind word and a special story. He knew thoughts, the spirit in your hearts of your difficulties since September 11, and we do, every Member of this Congress. He knew sisters, spouses, grandchildren, and certainly then it is right for us to remember Jim Ford, their strengths, and he knew their weak- your mother who is visiting one of those because it is going to take the kind of behav- nesses. children and grandchildren this very day in ior and the kind of values that he rep- Jim Ford was a Lutheran minister, and he Brussels. resented for us to meet the challenges for had an amazing gift of delivering a positive So they thank you; and on behalf of them, America that are represented by September message that resonated with people of all I wish to bring those thanks to you. Peter is 11. We are sorry. We celebrate his life with faiths. He often told me the story over and here and Peter did receive the honor of the you, and we thank God that we were given over again of how Tip O’Neill used to call flag and the letter; but maybe, is there any- Jim Ford for such a long time. him Monsignor just because he wore the col- REMARKS: thing you would like to add or just say to lar, and he thought that maybe Tip really the group? The Honorable J. Dennis Hastert, Speaker, didn’t know. I think maybe Tip really did United States House of Representatives MR. PETER FORD: Yes. I do want to say know. thank you all for coming. You loved my fa- Mr. HASTERT: Well, you learn a lot of We will always remember Jim Ford as a things sometimes at these memorials. As a ther, and he loved you all. My father was a charming and an honest man who dedicated giver. He loved a couple of things about this matter of fact, I didn’t know that the Parlia- himself to God, and he dedicated himself to mentarian and the Chaplain assessed peo- place. He loved religion, of course. You were this Congress and its work with people. He his flock. He didn’t have a church. He always ple’s 1-minutes every day. Mr. Leader, I served this body with the utmost distinction. think it is probably—what were they saying talked to Pastor Steinbrook, because he had His loving spirit will live in the hearts of all a church. He said he was always down there about the leadership’s antics on both sides of of our lives that he touched. the aisle? So I am sure that they had a great for churches. He felt like he was in a com- I think it is fitting and, Peter, I would like mand post here. You were his flock, and also deal of enjoyment with that. to ask you to come up here for a second; and You know, Reverend Ford opened the the fact that he loved democracy. When he I would like to present to you a flag that was House every day with a prayer. He was a man would go out and speak, I would try to come flown over this Capitol in honor of your fa- that you would find in the hallways telling a along with him as often as possible, because ther and a letter to your mother. story, commiserating with Members and he was gone a lot at night. I loved to hear staff, more staff than I thought. But anyway, WORDS OF APPRECIATION FROM THE FAMILY him when he talked about religion, and then every day you would see him on the House AND BENEDICTION afterward he would talk about democracy floor at all hours of the day and night when REVEREND CHRISTIAN: Mr. Speaker and and talk about the rancor of this place and we were there, and you saw him every Thurs- Mr. Leader, first, on behalf of the family, I the debate, and he would talk about loud- day morning in the prayer breakfast that the too wish to thank you and certainly Charlie, ness. And he thought this was a very honor- Congress has. He was a participant. That is as has been mentioned, for providing this op- able profession to be up here. where I probably got to know him best, be- portunity. I think it is the case that all of If you are ever up at West Point, Rear Ad- cause he would tell me stories about being in you, all of us, needed a time where we could miral Carrigan up at West Point, and he is the Fox Valley and being in Illinois in my just be together, think here, repeat here. I buried 30 feet, 30 yards—the many people he district, and he knew the places and some of suspect that each one of you could tell a buried in the 1960s during the Vietnam War. the people; and he even knew my old uncle story or two; and the biggest, hardest task of So it was sort of interesting to see that. If who was a Norwegian Lutheran minister in this whole event probably for you, Charlie, you see the 2-hour special on West Point, Illinois. But he was always telling those sto- as well as some of the rest of us who had they interviewed him and he talks about ries too, stories about Norwegians and time for conversation, Jeff, to be sure as MacArthur coming up; and at the beginning, Swedes, and the Norwegians never won. I am well, was how many speeches of course to they show my father’s face, and they go into not sure why. make. the West Point cemetery, and he is buried in He would also love to talk about Min- You have heard the stories, and there are plot 34. So if you are ever up there, that is nesota; and he talked about West Point, a many more that could be said. But I am here interesting.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.008 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1411 He loved you all. Thank you for being very still and know that I am God. I am exalted General Government Appropriations Act of nice to him. This is closure, and we do appre- among the nations; I am exalted in the 2003, H.R. 5120. ciate it as a family. After September 11, we earth, the Lord of hosts is with us, the God This has been an extraordinary year for our didn’t feel that it was appropriate, so we are of Jacob is our refuge. May Your good word, nation, and our civil servants have responded glad this happened. I did learn something O God, be with all Your people and give them myself today. My father always told me he the peace and confidence that You alone can with professionalism to the threats against our didn’t want to print his prayers because he give. In Your name we pray. Amen.’’ borders and assaults against our values. They wanted to save taxpayer money. But I wish The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord certainly should be counted among our he- he would have printed them, because right make His face shine upon you and be gra- roes. It is, therefore, most appropriate that all now they are going through the whole house, cious unto you. The Lord give up His coun- Federal employees, both civilians and military and my mother saved every prayer. Every tenance upon you and give you peace. members, receive the same 4.1% pay raise in Amen. day he would bring home the Congressional FY 2003. Record and she would tear it out, and she A WONDERFUL MAN would put them all in one place. I wish he I am also pleased with the Postal Service (By Stephen Horn) would have printed them. Appropriations Act of 2003 for it reaffirms I want to say thank you very much. You Thursday, May 9, 2002 some of the basic principles of our universal were his flock. If my father came back right Mr. HORN. Mr. Speaker, this afternoon we postal service—6-day mail delivery, rural deliv- now, my family, we are a totally loving fam- honored a Celebration of the Life of Dr. ery of mail, and maintenance of post offices in ily, and we wouldn’t have one question for James D. Ford, the Chaplain Emeritus of the rural areas. him. We would just be happy that he was House of Representatives. Since 1912, 6-day delivery of mail has been When we traveled to meeting with the del- back, but we will see him some day. So an essential service that the American public thank you from him. egations of the European Parliament, we MRS. SARAH FORD STRIKE: I am Sarah found that Jim was a very fine companion. has relied upon, particularly working families Ford Strike, and I just got married just 4 Jim Ford was a great teacher. When we met that depend on the Postal Service for the weeks ago, so I am still getting used to my diplomats and officers, Jim was able to timely delivery of paychecks. Ending Saturday last name. But I am the youngest of the five lighten up some of us who were stressed from mail deliveries would not only cause delays in kids, and again I want to say thank you very negotiations and differences among various the delivery of mail, but would also cause much for putting this together. You have all factions. higher postal costs, due to the additional over- Jim was a fine scholar of the Bible. When been so honorable to us and to our family, time that would be required to handle the re- because after September 11, we thought since we were in Israel, Jim was well versed in there are so many other tragedies in this three of the great religions which are in Je- sulting backlog of mail. world, let us not do this, we will honor our rusalem. Before Chaplain Ford came to the Another great efficiency in our country is the dad in our own special way; and you all are House, he had been for 18 years as the Chap- ability to send a letter from rural Arkansas to very nice to continue this, and we appreciate lain of the United States Military Academy downtown Chicago—and have confidence in that. at West Point. As a result of his experiences knowing it will get there. Whether you live or My mom is in Brussels visiting our sister at West Point, he knew about youth and how work in rural or urban America, the satisfaction Marie and her family, so she is not here they grow to be leaders for our country. of knowing that you can communicate pro- today. But I want to say that we are his fam- When a delegation of the House met with ily; but you are also his family, because you General Wesley Clark, the Supreme Com- vides peace of mind. Many of our communities made his past 21 years here so happy. He mander of the North Atlantic Treaty Organi- have limited methods of communication and didn’t tell us about his counseling and his zation [NATO]. When the General met the rely on the post office to provide the glue that times of need with people, but he did tell us Chaplain there was a warm hug. We saw a binds people together. By maintaining rural about the friendships; and that is what made four star General, but, Dr. Ford remembered post offices, we will continue to bind together us happy. He would come home, and it was him as the very bright senior who was Presi- our citizenry. just great. dent of the Bible Society during Clark’s sen- I urge my colleagues to join me in support Being five kids, almost all of us working in ior year at West Point. of this appropriations bill. the District, we were able to come and visit Dr. Ford was an effective counselor of Dad from time to time, and we would just members that work hard and often needed to f laugh because you could not get five feet in be working with people under stress. FUTURE INFRASTRUCTURE the hallway without him stopping and talk- One of Jim’s great adventures was when he ing to somebody. It didn’t matter who you and three volunteer cadets from West Point were or what you did. He knew everybody by navigated a boat with sails, guided by the HON. DON YOUNG name, and that is what I just hope that I stars. The waves tossed the small boat in the OF ALASKA have that gift, because he would just say, North Atlantic Ocean. It was a great experi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES just remember something about that person; ence. and it just was so special and such an inti- Jim was a people-person. When colleagues Friday, July 26, 2002 had medical operations at the Walter Reed mate conversation, and then we would walk Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Mr. Speaker, The five more feet and we would get stopped Army Medical Center, Jim would come out again. So we cherish that. to see us. He brought us cheer. His humor House Transportation and Infrastructure Com- We miss his bad jokes and we miss his was delightful. mittee, which I chair, is conducting a series of humor, and we love him very much; but we He will not be forgotten. Our condolences fact finding hearings as we prepare to reau- are very happy because who we are is be- to Marcie, his wife, and Peter his eldest son, thorize the Nation’s highway and mass transit cause of our dad. And we are happy that he and the Ford family. programs next year. is healthy and happy. I know he is up there. f Surface transportation and the immense in- I got married, and at our wedding his spirit frastructure that supports our Nation’s trans- was with us. If you ever saw him at the TREASURY AND GENERAL GOV- portation system extends to every corner of White House balls or somewhere, he danced ERNMENT APPROPRIATIONS ACT, this country and every Member’s district. That very badly, and he would do this; and I know 2003 he was up there doing the same thing, and I is why we are now examining the effective- know he is doing it now; and I know he is SPEECH OF ness and funding needs of existing programs, happy as can be. So thank you from our fam- as well as the need for any new direction that ily. HON. DANNY K. DAVIS the infrastructure of our country may need into REVEREND CHRISTENSEN: Just to bring OF ILLINOIS the future. this then to a close, Mr. Speaker, you did IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I have said many times that I am concerned talk about the fact that you remember Jim Ford’s prayers. I would like to ask us now to Wednesday, July 24, 2002 about the state of the Nation’s infrastructure. stand, and I am going to read the last prayer This concern is shared by many members of The House in Committee of the Whole that Jim Ford gave at the House of Rep- my committee. House on the State of the Union had under resentatives. These are those words of his The hearings underway in the Transpor- consideration the bill (H.R. 5120) making ap- final prayer, and then I will conclude with propriations for the Treasury Department, tation and Infrastructure Committee are serv- the benediction. Let us pray: the United States Postal Service, the Execu- ing to highlight the need for a modern, effec- ‘‘We are grateful, O merciful God, that you tive transportation infrastructure. Our eco- are with us wherever we are and whatever we tive Office of the President, and certain do. We know that Your spirit gives us for- Independent Agencies, for the fiscal year nomic health depends upon our roadways and giveness for the ways of our past, direction ending September 30, 2003, and for other pur- transportation infrastructure. To ignore the for the path ahead, and the comforting as- poses: physical state of these systems is to invite dis- surance that we are never alone. We gain Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I join my ruption that could have enormous economic strength from the words of the Psalmist: be colleagues today in support the Treasury and consequences to this country.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.011 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1412 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 While we examine our highway programs, not know enough. The effort of the private in- but I think it wise to consider those actions we we will also review mass transit programs and dustry and the Administration to develop these can take. Our design should be to encourage other programs to address and avoid conges- sources of fuel can be assisted by the review and maintain momentum towards adoption of tion as well as new technology that might en- and development of a meaningful infrastruc- a new form of transportation based not entirely able us to become more efficient and to im- ture system to refuel these vehicles. upon fossil fuels from other lands. We need to prove the transport of people and goods. Industry and government researchers alike begin a process to determine government’s During the process of reviewing the infra- have asserted that a focused infrastructure de- proper role in this effort that may be as tech- structure needs of the Nation and the role of velopment program likely will garner the con- nically challenging as the Apollo program and highway and mass transit programs, it is my fidence needed to produce the vehicles. As as important as the Interstate Highway Sys- intention to invite comments on the future ben- we develop the confidence to proceed it also tem. efits and needs for the hydrogen option in our will be necessary to commit to the production Regardless of the energy source that pro- transportation system. of a sufficient number of vehicles for wide- pels our vehicles, now or in the future, we We may be years away from actually em- spread demonstration. Thereafter we would be must also ensure that it pays its fair share to ploying fleets of, vehicles fueled by hydrogen positioned to move forward towards the manu- the Highway Trust Fund, if we are to maintain but we owe it to ourselves to determine how facture of thousands and then millions of such a user fee based system to invest in our trans- this important new fuel source can be inte- vehicles. portation infrastructure. grated along our transportation infrastructure. During each of these stages, a meaningful The reauthorization effort should examine Just think of the different dynamic we would and effective refueling hydrogen infrastructure where we are, what needs to be done, what face in the Middle East if our transportation will be needed. We should avoid a chicken resources will be required, and what partner- system were equipped with hydrogen vehicles and egg problem: What comes first the vehicle ships need to be encouraged if we are to add and refueling stations based upon hydrogen. or the fueling infrastructure? Will the vehicles hydrogen as a cornerstone of our transpor- Nearly fifty years ago, during the Presidency be produced if the infrastructure is not readily tation sector in a timely manner. The Sub- of Dwight Eisenhower, the Nation embarked available? Will the infrastructure be made committee Chairman, Mr. PETRI, and Ranking upon the construction of the federal interstate available if the vehicles are not forthcoming? Member, Mr. BORSKI, can get the perspectives highway system. Today, after thousands of The infrastructure should be developed in of all relevant sectors on this issue and ad- miles of highways have been constructed and parallel with the vehicles. Consumers are un- dress them in the reauthorization bill. I expect billions of dollars expended, we have an inter- likely to buy fuel cell vehicles over traditional to be actively involved in this effort as well. vehicles unless the hydrogen fuel is available. state highway system that is the envy of the f world. We may never see the mass production of We have a transportation network, five dec- fuel cell vehicles, even after they are tech- CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 3763, ades in the making, that is the lifeline upon nically proven, unless the fueling infrastructure SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 which commerce flows. That system required is in place. We are fighting a war on terrorism that is SPEECH OF enormous and sustained federal support as precipitated, in part, by our country’s depend- well as cooperation with state and local gov- ence upon foreign supplies of crude oil. The HON. DIANA DeGETTE ernments and agencies and the ideas, innova- lives of our military personnel are at risk every OF COLORADO tion and hard work of hundreds of thousands day. As long as we continue dependence IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of people from the private sector. upon foreign sources of oil we will face war Thursday, July 25, 2002 Many of the improvements we take for and an enormous human and economic toll granted today took decades to design, im- Ms. DeGETTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- that is placed upon our society and economy. prove and construct. I believe it is time to port of the conference report to H.R. 3763, the If we do nothing, our dependency on foreign begin work on an effort that may become just ‘‘Public Company Accounting Reform and In- oil is projected to grow from fifty percent today as important as that of President Eisenhower, vestor Protection Act.’’ This agreement ac- to more than 60 percent by 2020. That dean effort to use hydrogen as a key component cepts almost every Democratic proposal con- pendency has grown already from 35 percent of our transportation base. I believe it is time tained in the ‘‘Sarbanes’’ bill and has only in the mid-1970’s when we first confronted war for us to realize that our future surface trans- been altered by adding increased penalties for over oil in the Middle East. corporate crimes. I am pleased that the Re- portation system may well be fueled using hy- Congress is facing a question that will par- publicans in Congress agreed to the much drogen, so we must begin the planning and tially ease the dependence on foreign oil stronger Democratic proposals that will reach thinking now. sources as it conferences the energy bill. In to the very roots of the problems in corporate We are at the question stage of this proc- the House, we say we should allow explo- ess. While I am not saying we are ready to set ration and development of a fringe area of the America that caused the collapse of compa- a final course of action to install hydrogen fuel Arctic National Wildlife Refuge in my state. I nies like Enron, WorldCom, and Adelphia. Un- infrastructure, I do believe that hydrogen can passionately believe that this is vital right now. fortunately, the country will most likely con- become the key part of the nation’s future The answer to oil dependency is a sensible tinue to see companies fall due to accounting transportation system. As Chairman of the U.S. domestic oil production in ANWR, as well improprieties and, while I believe this is a Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I as looking for other solutions that will ease the strong bill, more must certainly be done. How- believe that we should undertake a process, in problem in years to come. ever, the changes in our nation’s financial ac- the reauthorization of our highway programs, We need to develop all possible sources of counting structure contained in this agreement to study the feasibility of hydrogen infrastruc- energy to insure that our country has a diver- will strengthen the confidence and trust of in- ture in the future. sity of energy sources available. Hydrogen, vestors and will increase the transparency and This process will allow us to question timing the most abundant element in the universe is acceptability of financial statements. and to ask if such a transformation is feasible, a source of energy that should be developed The agreement that we are considering is real, is viable, is cost efficient and is in the for application in the long term. It can be de- today is almost identical to the Democratic Nation’s best interest. Because our bill will au- rived from gasoline, natural gas, methanol, re- proposals contained in the ‘‘Sarbanes’’ legisla- thorize the highway program for at least six newables, even water. Someday, like election that passed the Senate 97–0. The fact years, it is important that we not miss this win- tricity today, hydrogen could become a type of that the Republicans accepted the Democrats’ dow of opportunity to ask these questions and energy used in daily transportation and as a position certainly shows that the Republicans possibly, to initiate actions that will expedite source of fuel for electricity generation to in Congress are feeling the heat over cor- any transformation process. power homes, business and industry. porate accountability. After all, the American The automobile industry and President Bush Now is the time to begin a serious investiga- public trusts Democrats to fix the problems in have announced an initiative known as Free- tion that looks beyond a successful research corporate America and to increase investor dom CAR, an industry and government re- and development program. We need to con- confidence in the markets. search and development program to develop sider the need to begin our public and private The proposal offered by Republicans to deal fuel cell vehicles as well as needed R&D relat- efforts now to create an infrastructure to serve with corporate abuse was to increase pen- ing to the hydrogen fuel that will power these and fuel a transportation system based in part alties for corporate crime, coupled with weak, vehicles. upon fuel cell vehicles and the need for hydro- industry-controlled standard-setting bodies. We already know a great deal about fuel gen. They wanted to deal only with the ‘‘bad ap- cells and we already know a great deal about I do not know if there will be success or fail- ples’’ instead of getting to the heart of the the production of hydrogen. But, we clearly do ure of these efforts to perfect the technology problem. The conference committee agreed to

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K26JY8.001 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1413 accept their increased penalties for crime. But, such American is Ground Zero Volunteer IN RECOGNITION OF CHIEF COM- the conference committee recognized that cor- Suzan Vitti. MANDER ARTHUR FARR AND porate abuses will not end until Congress On September 11, 2001, Suzan Vitti, a THE CITY OF MANITOWOC makes changes that attack the root of the nursing student and trained emergency serv- problems. So the conferees accepted the ice volunteer, saw the attacks on the World HON. MARK GREEN Democratic proposals almost in their entirety. Trade Center unfold on television, immediately OF WISCONSIN put on her uniform and reported to the Kendall As we have seen from the collapse of Enron IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and other large corporations, auditors had Park First Aid building in Central New Jersey. guiding principles that were extremely weak Although the shock and enormity of that trag- Friday, July 26, 2002 and easily ignored by accountants and cor- edy might have overwhelmed and incapaci- Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, porate management. Additionally, accounting tated some who beheld it that day, Suzan was today before this House I recognize and honor improprieties were purposely overlooked be- determined to act. Almost the minute Suzan Past Chief Commander Arthur Farr of the cause the auditors became too cozy with the Vitti heard reports that food and emergency United States Power Squadrons, as well as companies they audited and made huge prof- supplies were needed she began calling busi- the city of Manitowoc, a Wisconsin community its from non-audit consulting services. To ad- nesses to solicit donations. Within 48 hours of that has fought to preserve the causes of free- dress these problems, this agreement creates the attacks, she was on her way to Ground dom and democracy through its superior ship a new and independent accounting board that Zero in her own small car, so loaded down building enterprise. has authority to establish auditing standards, with baked goods from Entenmann’s of Edison When the drums of war sound, and our na- investigate accounting firms that conduct au- that she had to drive below the speed limit tion is obliged to heed the calls of the op- dits of publicly-traded companies, and enforce with her hazard lights flashing. She had a sign pressed and threatened, the citizens of the their rules. The agreement also mandates in the back window of her car that said ‘‘Going United States dutifully step up—as exemplified auditor independence and bans most non- to Ground Zero;’’ eventually a police officer by the people of Manitowoc and Past Chief audit consulting services. spotted her and gave her an escort to the site. Commander Farr. As we have seen in the past, much-needed From that day until recovery efforts were Commander Farr served as a naval sub- accounting reforms were impeded by industry suspended at Ground Zero at the end of May, marine officer aboard the distinguished USS officials who threatened to withhold funding Suzan Vitti worked tirelessly and with no Guitarro throughout World War II. During his from the Financial Accounting Standards thought of her own health or safety to assist service, Commander Farr helped see the Board (FASB). The new auditing board and the emergency crews at Ground Zero. Food Guitarro safely through five treacherous war the current FASB will be given an independent was being delivered to the site for the work- patrols in the Pacific, a tenure that yielded four funding stream to ensure that important finan- ers, but it was being dropped off several battle stars and the Navy Unit Commendation. cial standards will not be senselessly blocks from the site. The workers refused to The achievements of Commander Farr and squashed by greedy industry executives. leave their posts to feed themselves, so the Guitarro are truly deserving of our highest The agreement also increases and strength- Suzan Vitti brought the food to them. She ban- recognition and most earnest thanks. ens corporate governance by requiring senior daged their wounds, put drops in their eyes to To equip our forces with the vessels essen- executives to attest to the accuracy of their clear the dust, and distributed aspirin, gloves tial for victory during World War II, the citizens company’s financial statements, under penalty and goggles. When the winter months arrived, of Manitowoc and its neighboring communities of law. It also requires corporate executives to Suzan drove herself around the outskirts of rallied to fill posts in the shipyard, often at in- repay any compensation or profits received as the site in the middle of the night, seeking out credible sacrifice. Farmers milked their cows a result of their accounting trickery. the groups of New York City Police Officers by day and welded submarines by night. It Unfortunately, this agreement overlooks hovered over fires they routinely lit in barrels was the tireless efforts of these citizens that some issues that must be addressed, includ- to keep warm a their posts, delivering donuts, fueled the production of superior vessels, like ing expensing stock options and mandatory bagels, cakes, pies and cookies. Suzan Vitti the Guitarro, and ensured naval success and auditor rotation. Stock options that are not in- became such a welcome sight at Ground eventual victory for the allies. cluded on a company’s financial statements Zero, that rescue and recovery personnel The dedication and often unrecognized con- can misrepresent the true value of a company. would announce her presence over the tributions of Americans like Past Chief Com- I am pleased that some companies have radio—‘‘the Entenmann’s Lady just entered mander Farr and the citizens of Manitowoc are taken it upon themselves to include employee the Zone!’’—and waive her in with their flash- a true testament to the strength and excel- stock options on their financial statements and lights. Reliably, two or three days a week from lence of this great nation. I am also pleased that the FASB has indicated September to May, Suzan Vitti arrived at f that it will move quickly on a rule for expens- Ground Zero with donations of food, pastries, ing stock options. Additionally, requiring com- and medical supplies and distributed them as HONORING TOWN OF GLEN ELLEN panies to rotate their auditors is very important needed. AND GLEN ELLEN POST OFFICE to ensure that senior executives and the peo- For her efforts, she has received countless ON 130TH ANNIVERSARY ple auditing their companies do not become honors, including commendations and recogni- too cozy and allow a company to get away tion from several units of the Police and Fire HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY with accounting tricks. While these issues are Departments of the City of New York, the Port OF CALIFORNIA not included in this agreement, I look forward Authority Police Department, emergency serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ices providers, the Salvation Army and other to continue working on finding ways to deal Friday, July 26, 2002 with them. relief organizations, the Department of Design This agreement goes to the root of the prob- and Construction, the Army National Guard, Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lem of corporate abuse. It is strong and com- the Mayor of South Brunswick and the Gov- honor the town of Glen Ellen and the Glen prehensive, and will increase investor con- ernor of New Jersey. One of her most prized Ellen Post Office on the occasion of its 130th fidence, transparency, and the strength of the possessions is a sweatshirt, upon which she anniversary. markets. has pinned the more than 150 pieces of collar Located six miles north of Sonoma and established on July 19, 1872, Glen Ellen and its f brass donated to her by grateful rescue and recovery personnel to whom she tended at Post Office enjoy an interesting history. In the CENTRAL NEW JERSEY RECOG- Ground Zero. As to her volunteering spirit, beginning, the small settlement was to be NIZES AND HONORS GROUND Suzan has said, simply, ‘‘I’m an American. It’s named Lebanon by early pioneer John Gib- ZERO VOLUNTEER SUZAN VITTI my duty.’’ son. A document dated June 4, 1872 indicates It is an honor to represent Suzan Vitti in he was also first to apply to the postmaster HON. RUSH D. HOLT Congress. general in Washington, DC, for the creation of OF NEW JERSEY Once again, I rise to commend Suzan Vitti a post office. However, for reasons unknown, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for her selfless and tireless efforts on behalf of the application was never answered. Fortu- the rescue and recovery personnel at Ground nately, another was filed on July 19, 1872 al- Friday, July 26, 2002 Zero and for her volunteering and patriotic lowing the town to establish the community Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- spirit. I wish her much success in her future post office, which was named Glen Ellen after ognize and honor the selflessness, volun- endeavors, and I ask my colleagues to join me the wife of Colonel Charles Stuart, Ellen Mary teering spirit and patriotism of Americans. One in recognizing her accomplishments. Stuart. These early residents had built their

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.013 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1414 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 home and ranch at the base of the Mr. Speaker, it is with much admiration I Franklin; three of the famous Javis Brothers Mayacamas, just east of what is now Hwy. 12. take this moment to honor Bill Muldoon for his and Javis Sister, Priscilla; and 2000 Hall of Over the past 130 years the Glen Ellen Post charitable deeds. I would like to personally ap- Fame inductee Dwight McMillan. Office has been guided by the experienced plaud his hard work and determination before Mr. Hunt has been married for more than 50 hands of a long list of postmasters. The first this body of Congress and this nation for his years to the former Lerlon Hilton. They have being the highly respected steamboat captain efforts will serve to inspire many future gen- two daughters: Mrs. Deborah Hunt Woods, a from San Francisco, Charles Justi. He served erations. Thank you again for your hard work 1999 Teacher of the Year in Lithonia, Georgia, as postmaster for nine years until the reigns in every humanitarian endeavor. and Dr. Marilyn Hunt Alim, an education ana- were passed to John Gibson, the original peti- f lyst at NASA/Marshall Space Flight Center in tioner for what was almost the Lebanon Post Huntsville, Alabama. They have eight grand- Office. Gibson served for three years until his TRIBUTE TO MR. JAMES B. HUNT, children and four great-grandchildren. Mr. partner, Charles Crofoot succeeded him on JR. Hunt is a member of Mt. Pisgah Baptist November 28, 1888. Crofoot, who served for Church where he serves on the Deacon Board nearly four years, was followed by a long se- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN and teaches the Merfts Sunday School Class. ries of esteemed guardians of Glen Ellen’s OF SOUTH CAROLINA He is a member of Epsilon Omega Chapter of treasured institution. Today, located in the pic- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Omega Psi Phi fraternity. turesque vineyards of Jack London country, Friday, July 26, 2002 Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my col- the Glen Ellen post office is presided over by leagues join me in honoring an outstanding postmaster Kip Fogarty. Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to South Carolinian whose dedication to his pro- Even during the 1880’s Glen Ellen was a pay tribute to Mr. James B. Hunt a gifted mu- fession and family is unparalleled. I wish him tourist destination. During its heyday many sician and native of Greenville, S.C. Mr. good luck and Godspeed. people came and stayed at the Glen Ellen Hunt’s first experience with music came at the f Hotel. The area, now known as the Valley of age of six when his parents taught him to the Moon, was already becoming known for sing. In the 8th grade, unable to buy an instru- TRIBUTE TO RAY M. BOWEN vineyards when winemaker Kate Warfield, ment, he bought a toy clarinet from Kress ‘‘five daughter of Post Master Mary Overton, won and dime’’ Store. Mr. M.C. Lewis, Sterling HON. KEVIN BRADY national awards for her Glen Ellen wines pro- High School Band Director, and some mem- OF TEXAS duced at Ten Oaks Vineyard on Dunbar Road. bers of the band heard him playing Sousa IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to congratulate marches on his toy instrument. They gave him Glen Ellen on this historic birthday and the an alto tuba, a fingering chart, and a ‘‘march Friday, July 26, 2002 Post Office for its 130 years of faithful service book’’. On Tuesdays and Fridays he marched Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise and commitment to the residents of the Glen with the band at halftime. today to pay tribute to Dr. Ray M. Bowen, Ellen community. Upon graduating Salutatorian from Sterling President of Texas A&M University, America’s f High School, Mr. Hunt entered South Carolina 5th largest university. At the end of this month, State College, now S.C. State University, in PAYING TRIBUTE TO: BILL Dr. Bowen will be stepping down as the uni- 1942 where he won a band scholarship and MULDOON versity’s 21st President, a position in which he had the rare honor of being chosen as a has served with distinction since he took office freshman to play in the dance band known as in June 1994. HON. SCOTT McINNIS the ‘‘State College Collegians.’’ At S.C. State Under Dr. Bowen’s leadership, Texas A&M OF COLORADO College, he studied the trumpet. He earned a has become one of the finest universities in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES B.S. Degree in Mechanical Engineering in our nation. Academic programs have been en- Friday, July 26, 2002 1946, and a Master’s Degree in Education in hanced and recognized for excellence. Most Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to 1958. recently, Texas A&M was invited to join the take this opportunity to pay tribute to Bill Mr. Hunt is often called the ‘‘First Band Di- prestigious American Association of Univer- Muldoon of Craig, Colorado for his selfless rector’’ because of his many ‘‘first’’ achieve- sities. volunteer efforts to help the less fortunate of ments. He was the first band director at Additionally, during Dr. Bowen’s tenure, the this world. For many years, he has dedicated Wilkinson High School in Orangeburg, a posi- George Bush Presidential Library and Mu- his time and efforts to San Miguel de-Allende tion he held for 25 years. He was the first seum Center was opened and formally dedi- (Mexico) and greatly improved the living situa- band director at Sharperson Junior High cated. Dr. Bowen seized this opportunity to in- tion in that region, which is why he is deserv- School, Brookdale Middle School and Bellville crease the stature of the university throughout ing of our praise today. Junior High. With the merger of Orangeburg the world. And, he has initiated an ambitious Bill Mundoon is an outstanding individual High and Wilkinson High Schools in 1971, he program, ‘‘Vision 2020,’’ which is designed to actively involved in his community. As a mem- organized and became the first director of the propel Texas A&M into the ranks as one of ber of the Moffat County Rotary International Orangeburg-Wilkinson High School Band. He the top-ten best public universities in the na- Association, Bill’s prominence is noticeable was the first director of an integrated band to tion by the year 2020. Mr. Speaker, Dr. Bowen amongst the many organizations spanning the march in the Railroad Daze Festival in has also successfully completed a major cap- nation. As the organizer of one of the largest Branchville, S.C., and in 1972 this band par- ital campaign exceeding its $500 million goal humanitarian efforts in Moffat City Rotary his- ticipated in the Shrine Bowl Parade and half- by more than $137 million and has already tory, Bill was known to spearhead and person- time show in Charlotte, NC. begun a second campaign entitled ‘‘One Spirit, ally drive 3,000 miles to organize and collect Mr. Hunt has placed more than 250 stu- One Vision.’’ materials for the city of San Miguel, and other dents in South Carolina All-State Bands spon- Dr. Bowen’s extensive educational back- Rotarian projects. sored by the S.C. Band Masters Association. ground began when he received 5Bachelor of Bill supervised the progress and completion He served as president of the Band Masters Science and Doctoral degrees from Texas of the San Miguel de Allende project. He Association for three years and was selected A&M in the field of Engineering. He earned a raised support and funding totaling 6,400 dol- ‘‘Band Director of the Year’’ in 1962. His peers Master’s degree at the California Institute of lars, and captured the hearts and attention of recognized him for his significant contributions Technology and served with distinction as a his community by making the journey alone. to music education in South Carolina at the faculty member at Louisiana State University, His adventurous journey towards San Miguel, S.C. State College Second Alumni Band Con- Rice University, and the University of Ken- yielded numerous problems and complica- cert in 1976. In 1987 he was inducted into the tucky. tions. Bill experienced rockslides, deer, and S.C. State College Jazz Hall of Fame. Mr. Immediately before joining Texas A&M, Dr. geese, not to mention treacherous weather at Hunt is most proud of the accomplishments of Bowen served as interim President and Pro- parts, and other barriers and detours. Never- his former students who include Johnny Wil- vost and Vice President for Academic Affairs theless, Bill overcame these obstacles and liams, member of the Count Basic Band since at Oklahoma State University. Additionally, Dr. provided the city hospitals and clinics of San 1970; Shellie Thomas, a retired music teacher Bowen served as a staff member on two occa- Miguel de Allende with the many needed sup- in Los Angeles and currently the leader of the sions at the National Science Foundation, plies and modern technology. His thoughtful Original Honey Drippers Band; Horace Ott, where he most recently served as Deputy As- spirit lifted morale and provided hope to this Broadway composer and arranger and some- sistant Director for Engineering and Acting As- area. times conductor for the Queen of Soul, Aretha sistant Director for Engineering and earlier as

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.016 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1415 Director of the Division of Mechanical Engi- on issues of hunger and poverty. Where there breach and the restorer of streets in which to neering and Applied Mechanics. is hardship and injustice TONY HALL is the first dwell,’’ and for this Mr. Speaker, I rise to thank Along with carrying the title as educator, Dr. to enter the fray and the last to leave. During and honor our friend and colleague TONY HALL Bowen served his nation serving in the United his career in Congress, TONY HALL has often and to wish him God’s blessings as he de- States Air Force, where he functioned as a traveled into the heart of distress. When Ethi- parts for Rome to continue his work to erase faculty member of the Air Force Institute of opia was in the grips of a massive famine in the blight of world hunger. Technology. 1984–1985, TONY was there experiencing first- f Mr. Speaker, to express their profound ap- hand the grim reality that most of us viewed preciation for the work of Dr. Bowen, the at a distance on our televisions. When reports RECENT VIOLENCE IN NORTHERN Board of Regents at Texas A&M University started trickling out about the growing depriva- IRELAND has conferred upon him the title of President tion in North Korea, TONY was the first to trav- Emeritus, to be effective on the day after his el there and he later traveled there 5 more HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. departure from the role of President. times and kept his colleagues here in Con- OF NEW JERSEY For my part, having the privilege of rep- gress appraised of the situation. When no one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES else had the courage to do so, it was TONY resenting the Aggies for the past six years in Friday, July 26, 2002 Congress, I fail to find adequate words to ex- who traveled to Iraq, against the advice of press my appreciation and deep respect for many, to assess the suffering of the innocent. Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise this this unique gentleman. I am certain that you are familiar with the evening to condemn the recent sectarian vio- Dr. Bowen is quiet and intelligent, wonder- proverb ‘‘Ease and honor are seldom bed- lence, that has occurred in Northern Ireland fully organized and highly disciplined. He has fellows.’’ This proverb applies to no one more over the past several weeks. It is quite obvi- a commanding presence, yet he is as much at than TONY HALL. It should come as a surprise ous to me that the parties who are organizing home mingling with students and watching an to no one that TONY HALL has been nominated these attacks are hoping that they can derail Aggie baseball game as he is discussing edu- for the Nobel Peace Prize and I imagine that, the 1998 Good Friday Peace Accord. cation policy with Texas and America’s polit- as TONY embarks upon his journey as the Am- Mr. Speaker, as you may know, for the first ical leaders and advanced technologies with bassador to the United Nations Food and Agri- time since January, an individual was killed in the nation’s brightest scientific minds. culture Program, we may well hear his name Belfast due to sectarian violence. This murder As you would imagine, he has surrounded again mentioned in connection with the Nobel was one of several coordinated acts of vio- himself with an outstanding and dedicated Peace Prize. lence which occurred Monday evening. At dif- staff and faculty which reflect his innate lead- The departure of TONY HALL from this Con- ferent points throughout the night, several ership as well as his desire to bring out the gress will leave a void of leadership on the young men were shot at in Catholic neighbor- best in those around him. issue of hunger. There are many here who hoods. All acts were credited to the Ulster De- I will not soon forget the tragic Bonfire col- have worked with TONY and supported his ef- fense Association, also know as the Red Hand lapse in November 1999, nor Dr. Bowen’s forts in world hunger but there are none who Defenders. calm, compassionate and reassuring leader- have so relentlessly and singlemindedly re- Late Monday evening, Gerald Lawler, a ship during those terribly difficult days and minded this Congress and this country of our Catholic teenager was walking home from a months. Through it all, in public and private, obligation to the least among us. As we honor local Belfast pub, when he was suddenly shot he remained steadfastly focused on the fami- TONY’s effort on the eve of his departure, I to death in a drive-by attack. His crime: he lies of those injured and the Aggie family that want to urge my colleagues to step into the was a 19 year-old Catholic walking home from space left by TONY’s departure and take up leaned upon him so heavily. a predominately Catholic bar, in a predomi- It is said the times that future generations the reins of leadership in combating world nately Catholic neighborhood. He was killed hunger. elect to recall are not those of ease and pros- solely because of his religion. According to Not only is TONY HALL a man of conviction perity, but of adversity bravely borne. Dr. news reports he wasn’t even active politically. and compassion, but he is also a man of deep Bowen and his team bore this unimaginable This attack occurred only days after the Irish and abiding faith. All of us who know TONY Republic Army (IRA) issued an unprecedented adversity with dignity and purpose. know that his convictions are grounded, first I am proud to call him my friend. This uni- public apology for civilian deaths which oc- and foremost, in his faith in a God who has curred over the more than 30 year conflict. versity and this nation are better for his serv- charged us to feed the hungry and to shelter ice. This surprise gesture was an obvious sign that the naked. It is this faith that gives TONY such the IRA and other Catholic groups want to Mr. Speaker, on behalf of all the students, grace in the face of adversity and his firm faculty, former students, and friends of Texas work to ensure the survival of the new govern- kindness when he stands alone. ment of Northern Ireland. By apologizing the A&M University, I am proud to recognize Dr. Mr. Speaker, there is a passage from the IRA takes a significant step in showing the Bowen for his outstanding achievements and book of Isaiah that I love and that I think world that they are ready to obey the guide- contributions bestowed not only upon Texas speaks to TONY’s steadfast efforts to raise up lines of the ’98 accords. Unfortunately, extrem- A&M University, but also this great nation. the struggles of the poor and hungry around ist groups on the other side of the conflict do f the world. I would like to recite it now in honor not feel the same way. of TONY’s efforts. RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF The murder of Gerald Lawler Monday night TONY HALL And if you give yourself to the hungry by the UDA confirms that loyalist groups And satisfy the desire of the afflicted, Then your light will rise in darkness refuse to give equality to Catholics, called for HON. EVA M. CLAYTON And your gloom will become like midday. in the Good Friday Accords. These extremist OF NORTH CAROLINA And the LORD will continually guide you, groups feel that by once again escalating the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES And satisfy your desire in scorched places, conflict they can destroy the accords and the And (give strength to your bones; power-sharing government thus reverting back Friday, July 26, 2002 And you will be like a watered garden, to sectarian Protestant control. Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to And like a (spring of water whose waters do Yesterday (Wednesday), Prime Minister not fail. honor my dear friend and colleague TONY Blair called for an end of the violence in North- Those from among you will rebuild the an- HALL as he prepares to accept the nomination cient ruins; ern Ireland and vowed to toughen its enforce- as the ambassador to the Food and Agri- You will raise up the age-old foundations; ment of paramilitary cease-fires. To enforce culture Agencies of the United Nations. Al- And you will be called the repairer of the these cease-fires, Blair plans to deploy hun- though I extend my very best wishes to TONY breach, dreds of extra police and soldiers to spear- HALL, I rise on this occasion with great sad- The restorer of the streets in which to dwell. head a campaign to keep the peace. ness at the realization that this Congress will Mr. Speaker, TONY HALL has given himself While I am encouraged by Prime Minister soon be losing one of its finest members. to the hungry and his light has risen in the Blair’s comments, I am worried that an in- TONY HALL is a man who shows courage in darkness. In so doing, he has spread this light crease in British police and military personnel the face of adversity, integrity when there is lit- to his colleagues and he has shed light on the will do little to stem the violence. In the past, tle to be found, and compassion when the pre- actions that we must take to satisfy the desire when the offenders of cease-fires were groups vailing winds blow with malice. of the afflicted. which are loyal to the crown, the police fre- Throughout his career, TONY HALL has Because of his efforts, TONY HALL is what quently turned a blind eye to the violence, re- served as the moral conscience of Congress the book of Isaiah calls a ‘‘repairer of the fusing to arrest and prosecute offenses

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.018 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1416 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 against Catholics. This only caused the con- of the community in Florida’s ninth district, was to leave behind 30 years of serving and flict to escalate rather than encourage peace. who passed away June 22, 2002. Father protecting his neighbors—so he returned, I call on Prime Minister Blair and First Min- Glaros had a lifelong history of service to his bringing his immense experience and skills ister David Trimble, the Protestant government community and country by fulfilling religious back to the local law enforcement community. leader, to take real steps to stop the violence. and government roles alike. In fact, he was sharing some of that experi- They need to find all the perpetrators of the vi- Father Glaros was born in 1920 in Plant ence with a new officer when their car was hit olence in the North, especially those which oc- City, Florida, although he was raised and edu- on July 22. He leaves behind a wife, four curred most recently, and take appropriate cated in Greece for the first eighteen years of daughters, two grandchildren and a commu- legal action against them. For the Good Friday his life. He returned to America to enlist in the nity grateful for having had the opportunity to accord to be successful all parties in Northern U.S. Army where he was trained in special op- share life with him. Ireland must stop the sectarian violence. erations and served as a member of the Office Officer Markins was that new officer learning The conflict in Ireland between Catholic and of Strategic Services in World War II. from Officer Etter. She had served on the Protestants is centuries old. However, for the After his honorable discharge, he returned force for just a short time. Described by one first time a real solution, which is equitable to to Plant city where he owned and operated of her trainers as ‘‘very much a go getter’’ who all sides, has been reached and is in the early the Dixie Restaurant. In the late 1950’s, he wanted to ‘‘get out and deal with people,’’ Offi- stages of working. Now both sides need to became a Plant City commissioner and was cer Markins’’ promise as a law enforcement come together and stop any and all sectarian subsequently elected Plant City mayor. Dedi- officer was tragically cut short Monday. She violence and allow for true democracy to work. cated to remain active in his community, Fa- was a fiance´, a daughter, a sister, a friend, a f ther Glaros sat on the Hillsborough County neighbor and a protector who was willing to Commission from 1967 to 1971. give everything for the security of others. She PAYING TRIBUTE TO KELLER He began his commitment to the Greek Or- will be missed. HAYES thodox Church in 1976 when he was ordained Mr. Speaker, this heartbreaking and sense- as a priest. For twenty-one years he assisted less case tragically demonstrates that law en- HON. SCOTT McINNIS churches in the Winter Haven, Naples, and forcement is a dangerous job whether it’s OF COLORADO Port Charlotte communities on an as-needed done in New York City or Hobart, Wisconsin. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES basis until his retirement. He will be remem- And it shows that the people who choose it as Friday, July 26, 2002 bered for his devotion and the tireless effort their profession are truly extraordinary in their Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to he contributed to these communities. character, their courage, and their dedication take this opportunity to pay tribute to Keller Father Glaros was preceded in death by his to their fellow citizens. Hayes of Colorado, a remarkable individual wife, Dorothy Cribbs Glaros. He leaves two I offer today these few brief remarks to who has assisted in building economic pros- sons, Steve and Jim of Jacksonville and Plant honor the memories of Officers Etter and perity and equality in the Denver business City, respectively; one daughter, Linda Markins, to ensure that they are remembered market. It is my honor to applaud an individual Konstantinidis of Clearwater, six grand- in the annals of our nation’s history, to recog- who demonstrates determination and perse- children, and two great-grandchildren. nize these families’ incredible loss, and to re- verance despite the obstacles, and a privilege Mr. Speaker, I pay tribute to the life of Fa- mind all of us of the sacrifices made every day to pay tribute to such a deserving Coloradan ther John Glaros and thank him for the con- by law enforcement officers and their loved who has donated countless hours towards the tributions he made. I give my condolences to ones. betterment of the Denver community. his family. Father Glaros will be sadly missed f Keller Hayes was raised on a rural Ne- throughout our community but will be fondly remembered. INTRODUCTION OF THE DEFENSE braska ranch, where her grandmother instilled OF FREEDOM EDUCATION ACT in her ethics and morals that she fervently dis- f plays today. Keller overcame hurdle after hur- PERSONAL EXPLANATION dle throughout her life, and after graduating HON. THOMAS E. PETRI from college with a minor in women’s studies, OF WISCONSIN she embarked on her mission to bring equality HON. SHELLEY BERKLEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to women in the workplace. Keller is a beacon OF NEVADA Friday, July 26, 2002 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to women everywhere, and she serves on nu- Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, today I have intro- merous boards and panels working to ensure Friday, July 26, 2002 duced the Defense of Freedom Education Act, the rights of working women nationwide. She Ms. BERKLEY. Mr. Speaker, due to a family legislation which is designed to create new, is an active member of the Colorado Women’s medical emergency, I missed Roll Call votes and strengthen existing, post-secondary edu- Chamber of Commerce, the largest women’s No. 320, No. 321, No. 322, and No. 323. Had cation programs which teach the nature, his- chamber in the country. Her assistance in I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on tory, and philosophy of free institutions, West- training, mentoring, counseling, and advising No. 320, ‘‘yea’’ on No. 321, ‘‘nay’’ on No. 322, ern Civilization, and the threats to freedom women of all ages, has helped build a strong and ‘‘nay’’ on No. 323. from totalitarianism and fanaticism. community. Because of Keller’s diligence and f In order to sustain freedom and civilization, perseverance, she received the prestigious it is imperative that every generation be taught award of ’Women Business Advocate of the HONORING OFFICERS ROBERT to understand their full significance and value, Year’. ETTER AND STEPHANIE MARKINS and the threats with which they are faced. Mr. Speaker, it is my sincere honor to pay However, in almost all of our institutions of tribute to Keller Hayes before this body of higher education today, the study of American Congress and this nation. Thank you Keller for HON. MARK GREEN history and Western Civilization has been sys- providing integrity and dignity to our society, OF WISCONSIN tematically de-emphasized. For a variety of and selflessly donating countless volunteer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reasons, these subject areas have fallen into hours to your community. Congratulations on Friday, July 26, 2002 disfavor on college campuses, to the point that your award, and good luck in all your future Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I it is possible at many leading universities to endeavors. am profoundly dismayed today to share a get a liberal arts degree without having taken f piece of dreadful news from my district with one course in history or Western Civilization. TRIBUTE TO FATHER JOHN this House and with our entire Nation. This perpetuation of ignorance about the philo- GLAROS On Monday, in an act of terrifying evil, a sophical underpinnings of our nation can only man deliberately crashed his truck into a po- have baleful consequences for the future. HON. MICHAEL BILIRAKIS lice squad car in the Town of Hobart, Wis- To see that this de-emphasis is already hav- OF FLORIDA consin. The two police officers in the car, Rob- ing an effect, one must only examine the stun- ert Etter and Stephanie Markins, were killed. ning ignorance about basic facts of American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Officer Etter, who was known by some in history among recent college graduates, as Friday, July 26, 2002 the community as ‘‘Officer Bob,’’ served in law detailed in a 2000 study conducted by the Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to enforcement for three decades. He retired a American Council of Trustees and Alumni. To honor Father John Glaros, a valued member few years ago but soon realized how hard it cite just one of the many horrifying examples

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.020 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1417 from that report, while 99 percent of the 556 other course materials, and other clearly rejoin many others in expressing my deepest college seniors tested at 55 leading colleges lated activities. Support will also be given to condolences to the friends and family of Jack and universities (including Harvard and Prince- professional development projects designed Suckla. ton) correctly identified Beavis and Butthead to help improve the content and quality of education about the founding and the his- as popular cartoon characters, just 23 percent tory of free government at the K–12 level. f had any idea who James Madison was. The (After all, a huge part of the problem is the questions used in this study appear in the awful quality of American history instruc- INDIA SHOULD ACT LIKE A DE- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD for July 10, 2000 tion provided by many school systems. A MOCRACY—SELF-DETERMINA- (page H5662–H5663). These multiple-choice student really shouldn’t have to reach the TION FOR KASHMIR, KHALISTAN questions, which, in truth, a well-educated university level before finding out who AND OTHER NATIONS OF SOUTH ninth-grader should be able to breeze through, James Madison was and why he was impor- ASIA are increasingly over the heads of college tant to our country.) While I don’t always graduates (the average score in the study was see the creation of a new government program as the best way to solve pressing soci- 53 percent). etal problems, there are several precedents HON. DAN BURTON Two years ago, I was very involved in a in the area of higher education. It seems to OF INDIANA congressional effort to highlight this appalling me that it is a worthy use of government situation. This effort led to the unanimous, bi- funds to try and arrest the progressive dete- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cameral passage of a concurrent resolution rioration of America’s collective memory (S. Con. Res. 129) which stated, in part, that which is now occurring. I encourage my col- Friday, July 26, 2002 ‘‘the historical illiteracy of America’s college leagues to join in cosponsoring this bill and and university graduates is a serious problem advancing this effort. Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, India calls itself ‘‘the world’s largest democracy’’ yet that should be addressed by the Nation’s high- f er education community.’’ The nonbinding res- it does not act democratic. As you know, a re- olution urged colleges and universities to re- PAYING TRIBUTE TO JAMES port from the Movement Against State Repres- view their curriculum and add requirements for SUCKLA sion shows that India admitted to holding American history courses. However, perhaps it 52,268 Sikhs as political prisoners. Fort-two is time for Congress to take a more active role HON. SCOTT McINNIS Members of Congress from both parties wrote to President Bush to urge him to work for the in trying to reverse this continuing loss of our OF COLORADO release of these political prisoners. There are collective civic memory. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES To that end, the Defense of Freedom Edu- tens of thousands of other political prisoners cation Act would offer grants to institutions of Friday, July 26, 2002 also, according to Amnesty International, and higher education, specific centers within such Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sol- they must also be released. Recently, the an institution, or associated nonprofit founda- emn heart that I take this opportunity to pay Council of Khalistan wrote to Secretary of tions. These grants would be used to establish respect to the passing of James Suckla, who State Colin Powell to urge him to work for the courses at both the undergraduate and grad- recently passed away at the age of 82 in Cor- release of political prisoners. uate levels which teach any or all of the fol- tez, Colorado. James, known as Jack to his India has killed over 250,000 Sikhs since lowing concepts, which bear both on American family and friends, will always be remembered 1984, over 80,000 Kashmiri Muslims since history directly and the ideas that serve as as a generous, wise cattleman. His voice was 1988, over 200,000 Christians in Nagaland America’s foundation: heard at many a rodeo, his auctioneering at since 1947, and tens of thousands of other mi- The concepts, personalities and major many a livestock sale, and his advice was norities. Mr. Speaker, this is not acceptable, events surrounding the founding of America. sought by many in his community. Jack’s wise and it shows that using the term ‘‘democracy’’ This includes the philosophical background management of his ranches and his wisdom behind the Declaration of Independence, the to describe India may not be the best use of and whit on committees earned him a respect the term. Constitution, and the free institutions which that many only dream of and his love and care we take for granted today. Earlier genera- Recently, former Senator George Mitchell tions were taught these subjects as a matter for his family and friends should be a guide for all to live by. said ‘‘the essence of democracy is the right to of course, but we are increasingly moving to- self determination.’’ I’m not in the habit of wards a time where Americans will think of Jack Suckla was born in Frederick, Colo- the 4th of July as simply a day when we rado on July 25th, 1919, to Anthony and Doro- quoting Democrats, Mr. Speaker, but Senator shoot off fireworks and hold picnics. thy Suckla. The youngest of seven children, Mitchell is right about this. In 1948, India Western Civilization and the defining fea- Jack learned many important lessons in his promised the United Nations that it would tures of human progress which it embodies. childhood, which served him well throughout allow the people of Kashmir to decide their fu- These include democracy, universalism, indi- ture in a free and fair plebiscite. No such vote vidual rights, market economies, religious his life. He married Helen Bradfield in Aztec, New Mexico on July 29, 1941 and remained has ever been held. Instead, over 600,000 freedom, advanced science, and efficient troops have been sent to Kashmir to suppress technology. Programs of study funded under with her for the following sixty years in which this bill can also examine the impact of the they were blessed with children and eight the legitimate aspirations of the people for West on other civilizations, the Western debt grandchildren. Jack joined the Navy during freedom. Similarly, in Punjab, Khalistan, which to other civilizations, the comparative study World War II, and after being wounded, re- declared its independence from India on Octo- of high civilization, and the process by which turned to Cortez and followed the rodeo circuit ber 7, 1987, over half a million troops have Western and other civilizations may be as an announcer for twenty years. Jack awed terrorized the population to destroy the Sikh gradually evolving into a world civilization. the crowd during his rodeo career as a saddle Nation’s freedom movement, even though the Threats to free institutions. Some of these Sikhs were one of the parties to the agree- threats emerge from philosophical systems bronco rider. He purchased the Cortez sale such as Communism, Fascism, Nazism, and barn in 1953, and operated it with two of his ment establishing the independence of India totalitarian thinking in all its guises. Others sons, Larry and Jimmy. Jack went on to serve and were supposed to get their own state. emerge from widespread human predilections on numerous committees, including the NCA, Nagaland, which is predominantly Christian, subversive of tolerance, individual rights, SWCLA, BLM advisory board, the Forest has been trying to secure its freedom and and civil society, such as racism, caste con- Service, Vectra Bank Board of Directors, and India has reacted with similar terror. All in all, sciousness, and zealotry. Some are the prod- the American Legion. His service stands as a there are 17 freedom movements within In- ucts of perverse ambition such as autocracy, dia’s artificial borders. despotism and militarism. All threaten free- testament to his dedication to not only his life dom, provoke war, and induce terrorism. long love of ranching but to his community Mr. Speaker, it is time for all the people of While we who lived through the 20th Century and country South Asia to enjoy freedom. Until India allows are painfully aware of the depredations Mr. Speaker, Jack Suckla was a remarkable the people to exercise their legitimate rights, caused by ideologies such as Communism, fu- man whose leadership and goodwill towards we should stop all U.S. foreign aid to India. ture generations will not have the benefit of people have inspired so many and whose We also should formally declare our support such first-hand experience. Projects supported under this program good deeds certainly deserve the recognition for self-determination for Kashmir, Khalistan, could include the design and implementation of this body of Congress and this nation. Nagaland, and all the people and nations of of courses, the development of centers de- Jack’s departure leaves a gap in many hearts South Asia. These measures will go a long voted to the ends of this bill, research and but his memory will surely live on in the way towards securing the blessings of free- publication costs of relevant readers and thoughts and lives of those who know him. I dom to all the people of the subcontinent.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.024 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1418 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO NORMAN TRIBUTE TO RYAN NOEL arrested driver sign a document accepting M. WALKER IN RECOGNITION OF custody. Additionally, it gives State Police the HIS 25 YEARS OF SERVICE WITH HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN authorization to impound the automobile of an THE DEFIANCE POLICE DEPART- OF SOUTH CAROLINA arrested driver for up to 12 hours. MENT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today, I am introducing a resolution expressing the sense of the House that funding Friday, July 26, 2002 should be made available from the Highway HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Trust Fund to encourage all states to enact pay tribute to a good friend and public servant legislation to require law enforcement officers OF OHIO who is working diligently on behalf of our na- to impound motor vehicles of those charged IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion’s natural resources. Mr. Ryan Noel was with driving while intoxicated and to issue re- recently named the recipient of the South sponsibility warnings to those who take cus- Friday, July 26, 2002 Carolina Waterfowl Association Public Water- tody of suspects driving while intoxicated. We Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great fowl Management Award. This award was are making important strides to eliminate the pride that I rise today to pay special tribute to given in recognition of excellence in public wa- senseless deaths caused by the lethal mix of an outstanding gentleman from Ohio’s Fifth terfowl management. alcohol and automobiles. Annual deaths from Congressional District. Norm Walker of Defi- Mr. Noel is leaving his position as manager drinking and driving have decreased from ap- ance, Ohio, will celebrate twenty-five years of of the Santee National Wildlife Refuge to take proximately 28,000 in 1980 to 16,068 in 2000. dedicated service with the Defiance Police De- a new job in Denver, and will be sorely In 1982, 57 percent of all traffic fatalities were partment on August 15, 2002. missed. Mr. Noel is a consummate team play- alcohol-related. In 2000, that percentage fell to er. His successful leadership of quality staff 38 percent. However, much work remains to Mr. Speaker, Norm began work with the De- and local volunteers has resulted in tremen- be done. Each death is a preventable one and fiance Police Department in 1977, and, over dous improvements for waterfowl and wildlife I am sure this resolution will go a long way in the years, has risen through the ranks to his habitat at the Santee National Wildlife Refuge. ensuring deaths like Ensign Elliott’s are pre- current position serving as Chief of Police. On Mr. Noel is committed to improving wildlife vented and families are saved from the pain his way to becoming Chief of Police, he habitat and sharing this resource with the gen- the Elliotts and other families across the na- served as a Patrolman, Sergeant, Detective, eral public. He and his dedicated staff have tion have endured. Lieutenant, and as the Assistant Chief of Po- successfully increased public use at the San- I urge my colleagues in the House to sup- lice. tee National Wildlife Refuge. He has dem- port this resolution. Norm has proven his skills as an effective onstrated that the role of the National Wildlife f leader and organizational manager. In 1993 Refuge System is not only to conserve and CELEBRATING THE ANNIVERSARY he assumed control of the city’s law enforce- enhance wildlife habitat but also to provide OF MALCOLM AND CAROLYN ment branch, and since then the Defiance Po- quality outdoor recreational opportunities and REGER lice Department has become a model after natural resource education to the general pub- which other local police departments can pat- lic. Mr. Noel and his staff have added greatly tern themselves. to the quality of life for people within and be- HON. MIKE PENCE yond the Sixth Congressional District of South OF INDIANA During Norm’s tenure as Chief of Police he Carolina. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has led the effort to modernize the depart- Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues Friday, July 26, 2002 ments resources, including the upgrading of all to join me and my fellow South Carolinians computer and communication equipment. honoring Mr. Ryan Noel. He is a wonderful ex- Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to These upgrades also include the installation of ample of commitment to career and commu- pay tribute to two of my constituents, Malcolm Mobile Data Terminals, which are in-car com- nity alike and is well deserving of public rec- and Carolyn Reger. August 13, 2002 marks puters that provide real time data to the patrol- ognition. We wish him Godspeed in his new their 30th wedding anniversary. Today, it’s men on duty. He has also increased the over- endeavor. rare to see this accomplishment, but I submit all size of the department, and mandated lead- f that there is a reason for their success. You ership training for all newly promoted officers. see, Mr. Speaker, 30 years ago, Malcolm and Restructuring the department’s organizational JOHN’S LAW Carolyn, entered into the holy union of mar- methodology to a more pro-active approach riage with Jesus Christ and God’s Word as through the introduction of community oriented HON. FRANK A. LoBIONDO their foundation. A building is only as good as policing strategies has been one of Norm’s OF NEW JERSEY its foundation. A marriage based on God’s largest accomplishments since taking over as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Word will withstand the rain, floods, and winds Chief of Police. that blow against it. Troubles will come, but a Friday, July 26, 2002 Norm has been recognized for his diligent house built upon the rock will stand. Mr. LOBIONDO. Mr. Speaker, this week service and unselfish commitment to estab- f marks the second anniversary of the tragic lishing a modern and pro-active law enforce- death of one of my constituents. U.S. Navy AMENDING THE INTERNAL REV- ment agency. Among his numerous awards Ensign John Elliott, who had just received his ENUE CODE OF 1986 TO ENCOUR- and recognition, he has received a Certificate commission to Naval Flight School in Pensa- AGE THE GRANTING OF EM- of Exemplary Service by the Domestic Vio- cola, Florida, was struck and killed by a drunk PLOYEE STOCK OPTIONS lence Task Force for the development and im- driver on July 22, 2000. The accident instantly plementation of a countywide response pro- killed Elliott and seriously injured his pas- HON. AMO HOUGHTON tocol. Norm has also been honored by the senger, Kristen Hohenwarter. Gang Resistance Education and Training OF NEW YORK Sadly, it was later discovered that Michael IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (G.R.E.A.T.) Program for his instrumental role Pangle, the driver responsible for Elliott’s in implementing the program within the local death, had been arrested for drunken driving Friday, July 26, 2002 school system. earlier that evening. Having called for a ride, Mr. HOUGHTON. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. Speaker, I would ask my colleagues to he was picked up by a friend and returned to pleased to join my colleague from Ohio, Mr. join me in paying special tribute to Norm his car. Elliott was on his way home for his HOGHTON, in introducing our bill, the Work- Walker. Our local public service agencies and mother’s birthday party when he crossed place Employee Stock Option Act of 2002, the American people are better served through paths with Pangle and both were killed. that would benefit working men and women the diligence and determination of public serv- Two years after that tragic accident, John’s who would receive a new type of stock option ants, like Norm, who dedicate their lives to parents continue the fight to save other fami- under new section 423(d) of the Internal Rev- serving the needs of others. I am confident lies from the grief they have endured. Lob- enue Code. This bill is an updated and im- that Norm will continue to serve his community bying the New Jersey State Legislature, the proved version of bills I introduced in the and positively influence others around him. Elliotts saw to fruition the drafting, passage 105th and 106th Congresses. We wish him the very best on this special oc- and ultimate enactment of John’s Law. The We have been through difficult times in the casion. law ensures that individuals who pick up an past year. The financial downturn has resulted

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.026 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1419 from a variety of questionable accounting gratulate GlaxoSmithKIine (GSK) on this out- GlaxoSmithKIine, and proud to share the news practices by a number of companies. Unfortu- standing accomplishment, and thank the com- of their historic accomplishment with this nately, stock options of all types have been pany for its commitment to the World Health chamber. tarred by a common brush. This proposal is a Organization’s (WHO) Lymphatic Filariasis f new approach to options. In spite of current Elimination Program. problems, it is good for both employers and GlaxoSmithKIine has its U.S. headquarters PAYING TRIBUTE TO WILLIE employees if workers are also owners of the in my state, where it employs close to 6,000 TRAVNICEK business. North Carolinians in the search for disease Congress is considering legislation to im- treatments and cures that improve the quality HON. SCOTT McINNIS pose new laws on corporations and account- of human life by enabling people to do more, OF COLORADO ants. Volume is reasonably intense in the de- feel better and live longer. In addition to devel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bate on the advisability of expensing the value oping leading treatments for such diseases as Friday, July 26, 2002 of stock options when they are granted. Ex- diabetes, depression, asthma and HIV/AIDS, pensing of options in financial statements may GSK produces an anti-parasitic drug called Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to happen—even though there are several unre- albendazole that is used to prevent a tropical take this opportunity to congratulate an out- solved issues. If expensing happens, one disease known as lymphatic filiarias, or LF. standing individual from Colorado whose hard hopes that we will leave it to the FASB and LF is a parasitic disease caused by thread- work and dedication have earned him the Col- SEC to develop the best approach. Having like worms that live in the human lymphatic orado Division of Wildlife Officer of the Year said that, we would propose that the new type system after being transmitted by a mosquito Award. Willie Travnicek, 59 years of age, has of option contained in this bill would be ex- bite. LF is one of the leading causes of per- been kicked by deer and poked by horns, he empt from such valuation as a noncompen- manent and long-term disability in the world. has trapped dangerous bears and looked satory plan. Why? The option would be priced The WHO estimates there are a billion people death in the eye in an upside down kayak. at market, fully available to nearly all employ- at risk in about 80 countries, mostly in India, Throughout his obstacles and exciting situa- ees, as well as management, on a nondiscrim- Africa, South Asia, the Western Pacific and tions, Willie prevailed and today we applaud inatory basis, and subject to a relatively mod- Central and South America. Over 120 million his 32 superb years with the Colorado Division est individual dollar cap. If we require expens- people have already been affected by LF, and of Wildlife. Willie’s efforts and achievements ing of such a widely held benefit, employers over 40 million of these are seriously incapaci- deserve the recognition before this body of simply will not offer it. tated and disfigured by the disease. In an in- Congress and this nation. The highlights of the bill include: (1) sub- fected person, the adult worms damage the Willie, of Salida, Colorado, began his career stantially all full-time U.S. employees would be lymphatic system, causing fluid to collect and in 1970 as a technician in Hot Sulphur Springs eligible to participate, (2) the option price cause swelling in the arms, legs, breasts and in Northern Colorado. For numerous years, he would be 100% of the fair market value at genitals. Such infections cause a grotesque helped round up and relocate herds of deer time of grant, the maximum annual amount of hardening and thickening of the skin, known and elk. Never one to shy away from danger, a grant per employee would be $11,000 as elephantiasis. Willie worked closely with Ron Dobson and (same as indexed 401 (k) amount), (4) no tax LF has been a scourge of civilization for became one of the first wildlife managers in to the employee at time of grant or exercise, thousands of years, being first depicted on the the state to use a kayak for fishing-law en- including AMT, (5) at time of sale the em- pharaonic murals of Egypt and in the ancient forcement purposes. During his thirty-year ca- ployee would receive ordinary income to the medical texts of China, India, Japan and Per- reer and many years living in Salida, Willie extent of the fair market value at time of exer- sia. Elephantiasis was first associated with has built a memorable reputation as a biolo- cise, with any excess being capital gain, and parasitic filarial worms and their mosquito vec- gist, education specialist, and law enforcement (6) the employer’s deduction would be the fair tors in the late 19th century by French, officer. market value at time of exercise (same English and Australian physicians working with Mr. Speaker, it is clear that Willie Travnicek amount as employee reports at sale). patients from Cuba, Brazil, China and India. is a man of great dedication and commitment The ever-widening compensation gap be- The WHO has determined that LF can be to his profession and to the people of Colo- tween the highly paid and the nation’s work eliminated through an intense prevention pro- rado. His efforts have greatly added to the force is cause for great concern. Once again, gram that will break the chain of infection protection of Colorado’s wildlife and I am hon- let us emphasize: This new 423(d) option is through the use of anti-parasitic drugs. When ored to bring forth his accomplishments before designed for working men and women, whose these efforts succeed, LF will be only the sec- this body of Congress today. He is a remark- everyday, solid work enhances the company’s ond disease in history, after smallpox, to have able man and it is my privilege to extend to overall performance. This is a broad-based been eradicated through human intervention. him my congratulations on his selection as the stock option program. Employees ought to be In December 1997, GlaxoSmithKIine formed Colorado Division of Wildlife Officer of the able to build their wealth beyond that which a collaboration with the WHO to spearhead ef- Year. Willie, congratulations and all the best to they would ordinarily receive from a salary or forts to eliminate LF. GSK would donate you in your future endeavors. bonus. This proposal would add another leg albendazole, one of three essential anti para- f on the stool for employee retirement by pro- sitic drugs, for as long as necessary until the A TRIBUTE TO KIM GRANHOLM viding an additional means of accumulating disease was eliminated—best estimates put assets. It would encourage the long-term hold- the scale of this commitment at around five to ing of stock by deferring all tax until sale. six billion treatments. Since then, the program HON. JAMES L. OBERSTAR We encourage our colleagues to join in co- has evolved into a major public-private part- OF MINNESOTA sponsoring this legislation. nership known as the Global Alliance to Elimi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f nate Lymphatic Filariasis. GSK has become an active and involved Friday, July 26, 2002 THANKS TO GLAXOSMITHKLINE partner in eliminating LF along with the WHO, Mr. OBERSTAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ON ITS COMMITMENT TO THE organizations in the private and public sectors, to honor a fallen hero. Captain Kim Granholm, LYMPHATIC FILARIASIS ELIMI- and academia. By the end of the program to a member of the Esko, Minnesota Volunteer NATION PROGRAM eliminate LF, GSK will have donated approxi- Fire Department, was tragically killed in the mately five to six billion albendazole treat- line of duty while fighting a car fire on Inter- HON. CASS BALLENGER ments for people in 80 countries. In addition to state 35 near Duluth on July 1, 2002. OF NORTH CAROLINA providing albendazole, GSK is supporting the Captain Granholm was only 28 when he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Global Alliance for the Elimination of LF died, but his legacy will continue for years to through help with coalition building, planning, come. For four years, he was a dedicated Friday, July 26, 2002 training and communication initiatives. member of the Esko Volunteer Fire Depart- Mr. BALLENGER. Mr. Speaker, Last month, GSK’s production of the millionth dose of ment where he was loved and respected by the pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKIine albendazole for the LF Elimination Program is his fellow firefighters. In the outpouring of grief produced the one-millionth donated tablet of an outstanding milestone achievement on the for Kim Granholm, more than 1,000 people at- albendazole, a drug that is being used to road to what will become the single largest tended his funeral, including hundreds of fire- eliminate a devastating tropical disease called pharmaceutical donation in history. I am fighters and emergency workers from across lymphatic filariasis (LF). I would like to con- pleased to represent the employees of the state of Minnesota.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.031 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1420 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Captain Granholm was a caring man who In her spare time, Mrs. Hamilton makes implementing massive public work projects put his wife Aliina and their children Robyn beautiful hand-sewn quilts that can be found in and economic reform, even though he was and Alyssa above all else. Captain Granholm’s many homes from Jamestown, S.C. to various elected at a time when 60% of the nation was caring and compassionate spirit guided him communities along Interstate 95 from Florida, unemployed and two-thirds of its population throughout his short life and his kindnesses to Maryland. Having made over 100 of these was illiterate and its streets and towns were in are lasting tributes to all he touched. Kim quilts as gifts to her many family members ruins. Granholm died doing what he loved to do, and friends, ‘‘Grandma Vic’’, who is a Mother, His first term was viewed as ‘‘pseudo’’ dic- serving his community. He was a father, a Grandmother, Great-Grandmother, and Great- tatorial in that he led with a firm grip and used husband, a friend and a firefighter. Most of all, Great-Grandmother, has spread and continues the country’s military to rule the country at the he was a hero to all of us. to spread tremendous love and affection to ev- same time he made weekly visits through the Most troubling of all is the brutal reality that eryone with whom she comes in contact. nations small villages, visiting residents and Kim Granholm was killed when a motorist Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my col- passing out medicine to the sick and toys to failed to slow his vehicle at the fire scene. I leagues join me in honoring an outstanding children and listening to the desires of all. am encouraged that Esko Fire Chief Jeff South Carolinian whose dedication to her fam- Mr. Balaguer was defeated in presidential Juntunen and his Minnesota fire fighter col- ily, and love for her fellow man are legendary. elections in 1978 after serving three terms. He leagues are working with the Minnesota State I wish her good luck and Godspeed, and a remained leader of the political party he found- Legislature to enact legislation that will impose very Happy 100th Birthday. ed in the 1960’s, now called the Social Chris- severe penalties on drivers who speed f tian Reform Party, and in 1986 won another through an emergency scene. I commend bid to power. Chief Juntunen for this important initiative RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF THE He won elections in 1990 and 1994. In which, when enacted, will serve as a lasting LATE PRESIDENT JOAQUIN 1996, under increasing pressure from the U.S. tribute to Captain Kim Granholm. BALAGUER and international bodies due to suspected Since September 11, we have witnessed election irregularities, he agreed to resign. throughout the land a heightened awareness HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL Mr. Balaguer remained an important figure of the public service and dedication of those OF NEW YORK in the political party he created until his death. first responders who answer the call. All Amer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Some herald him as the most influential Do- minican. icans should go further and demonstrate our Friday, July 26, 2002 profound appreciation of these brave men and [From the Washington Post, NewsBank women by exercising caution at emergency Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to NewsFile Collection, July 15, 2002] recognize the late President of the Dominican scenes to enable these fire, police and emer- JOAQUIN BALAGUER DIES AT 95, LONGTIME gency workers to do their job in a less haz- Republic, Mr. Joaquin Balaguer. DOMINICAN LEADER President Balaguer passed away on July ardous environment. (By Richard Pearson) 14th in the national capital of Santo Domingo f Joaquin Balaguer, 95, the authoritative in the Dominican Republic. and paternalistic president of the Dominican TRIBUTE TO MRS. VICTORIA Mr. Balaguer was a long time friend of the Republic for more than 20 years between 1961 WRIGHT HAMILTON United States. He held the presidency of the and 1996, died July 14 in the national capital Dominican Republic from 1966 to 1978 and of Santo Domingo. He had been hospitalized HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN again from 1986 to 1996. since July 4 for bleeding ulcers. He served OF SOUTH CAROLINA Mr. Balaguer was born in Navarette in the briefly as president in the early 1960s, then held the office again from 1966 to 1978 and a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dominican Republic. He is the son of a Puerto Rican father of Castilian descent and Domini- third time from 1986 to 1996. Friday, July 26, 2002 President Balaguer, who has been called can mother of Spanish blood. one of Latin America’s caudillos, hardly pro- Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to He wrote books, including volumes of poetry jected the image of a strongman. An award- pay tribute to Mrs. Victoria Wright Hamilton, and political science. At the age of 14, he winning poet, he had been a career diplomat who will celebrate her 100th Birthday on Sep- wrote a collection of poems called, ‘‘Pagan and law professor before entering the polit- tember 12, 2002. Mrs. Hamilton, or ‘‘Grandma Psalms.’’ ical arena. He was a little over five feet tall, Vic,’’ as many affectionately know her, is a After graduating from law school in Santo was lame and nearly deaf, and wore thick very remarkable woman in many ways. Born Domingo, he became a member of the foreign glasses before going blind with glaucoma in on September 12, 1902, in Alvin, S.C., Mrs. service, where he served in Madrid and Paris the 1980s. Hamilton has lived as an intricate part of the His mentor was the notorious military dic- in the 1930s. tator Rafael Trujillo, who ruled the country same community for a century. Although she He earned his doctorate of law from the with an iron hand from 1930 to 1961. The fu- only attended school up to the third grade, as Sorbonne in Paris. He also taught law at the ture president held a variety of posts under did many women of color in that era, she is a University of Santo Domingo before becoming Trujillo, dealing largely with education, for- very intelligent women who’s knowledge can- vice president in 1957 and president in 1960. eign affairs and administration, before being not begin to be measured. Mr. Balaguer served under dictator Rafael elected vice president on a ticket headed by In 1920, Mrs. Hamilton married Henry Ham- Trujillo as cabinet member, diplomat, vice Trujillo’s brother, Hector, in 1956. In 1960, ilton and their union produced nine children: president and President for over three dec- the brother stepped down, and President Williemena, Christine, Julius, Rayford, Leroy, Balaguer took office. ades beginning in the late 1930s. Real power remained with Rafael Trujillo Nathaniel, Henry Jr., Rosa Mae, and an infant After General Trujillo was assassinated in until his assassination in 1961. After that, who died shortly after birth. Mrs. Hamilton also 1961, Mr. Balaguer was thrusted into the lead- President Balaguer began liberalizing the raised her husband’s half brother Edward ership of the Dominican Republic. He quickly government with such changes as legalizing Hamilton, as if he were her own son, always changed the name of the capital from Ciudad political activities, promoting health and filling their lives with love and affection. Trujillo back to Santo Domingo, the city’s origi- education improvements and instituting Mrs. Hamilton is a very strong woman—in nal name. modest land reforms. But without the army both mind and body. She has been a faithful He fled to exile in New York City after riots backing of Trujillo, President Balaguer was member of Bethlehem Baptist Church through- and political turmoil erupted in 1962. While liv- too closely identified with the late dictator’s unpopular actions to continue in office. out her life. In addition, she is also a dedi- ing in New York City, he formed his lasting He was forced into exile in New York. Juan cated member of the Christian Aid Society, right-wing political party. Bosch, a leftist, became president until over- and has been a member of the Laurel Hill He returned to the Dominican Republic only thrown by a military coup. In 1965, Bosch’s Chapter #257, Order of the Eastern Star, for after U.S. President Lyndon B. Johnson sent supporters took to the streets to restore him more than 41 years. As a young woman, Mrs. 20,000 U.S. Marines to the island nation to put to power. Chaos seemed to erupt in the na- Hamilton worked long days in the fields of down a leftist mutiny within the army in April tion of 8 million people, which shares its Car- South Carolina picking cotton and plowing with 1965. ibbean island with Haiti. The United States, fearing that a left-lean- oxen teams and mules. Even today, at the With the support of the U.S., he was elected ing Bosch might help turn his nation into age of 100, she is still able to work in her gar- president in 1966 in one of the Dominican Re- another Cuba, dispatched U.S. Marines to den to produce delicious fruits and vegetables. public’s first freely contested elections. the Dominican Republic, supposedly to pro- And, she never allows an opportunity to visit He established, in just a few years of his tect U.S. lives. Those who had begun pro- or help her friends or family pass her by. election victory, the first solid middle class by testing U.S. involvement in Vietnam added

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.033 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1421 this action to the list of mistakes made by the brutal and bloody Trujillo, was ‘‘the sad- PERSONAL EXPLANATION the Johnson administration. dest and most humiliating’’ time in his polit- The Marines were replaced by an Organiza- ical life. tion of American States presence, order was HON. ANNA G. ESHOO President Balaguer also had at times de- restored and President Balaguer returned to OF CALIFORNIA plored the ‘‘unavoidable excesses’’ of his own his native land. He and his Social Christian IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Reform Party won the 1966 presidential race, security forces and deplored corruption, despite charges of fraud, and went on to win though stoutly maintaining that corruption Friday, July 26, 2002 two more consecutive terms. stopped at his door. Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I was absent Newsweek, which characterized President March 12 through 14 for medical reasons. Had Balaguer as ‘‘slight, ascetic and sad-eyed,’’ f I been here, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on roll- reported in 1965 that he was ‘‘neither an ora- call votes 53–54, 56–61, 63–64 and ‘‘no’’ on tor, nor a schemer,’’ adding that many IN HONOR OF THE 75TH rollcall votes 55 and 62. Dominicans considered him ‘‘an honest, ANNIVERSARY OF LA-Z-BOY, INC. kindly reformer.’’ f President Balaguer lost the 1978 and 1982 presidential races, then was again victorious HONORING THE SERVICE OF MAS- in 1986. He won reelection in 1996 (defeating HON. JOHN D. DINGELL TER GUNNERY SERGEANT MI- Bosch) and in 1994. Two years later, after in- CHAEL THOMAS FLETCHER, creasing criticism for vote fraud in the 1994 OF MICHIGAN UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS election, he resigned. He was unsuccessful in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a 2000 bid to return to the presidency. President Balaguer received mixed marks Friday, July 26, 2002 HON. LANE EVANS as head of his country. Soon after he took of- OF ILLINOIS fice the first time, critics were stifled, many Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES going into exile while others were impris- recognize and pay tribute to La-Z-Boy, Incor- Friday, July 26, 2002 oned or disappeared. Vote fraud and corrup- porated, which was founded and remains tion seemed constants in the Dominican Re- Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion headquartered in my Congressional District in public, regardless of who was president. of his retirement, it is my pleasure to recog- Monroe, Michigan. La-Z-Boy is celebrating 75 He instituted large-scale public works, in- nize an exceptional United States Marine, years of bringing comfort, quality and style into cluding the enormous 1992 Christopher Co- Master Gunnery Sergeant Michael Thomas lumbus Lighthouse. President Balaguer also homes and offices worldwide through its ex- Fletcher. Master Gunnery Sergeant Fletcher brought about modest reforms and made a tensive selection of furniture. weekly habit of walking through his nation’s has served our Nation with distinction for over small villages, visiting residents and passing The La-Z-Boy story is the story of the Amer- three decades in the United States Marine out toys to children and medicine to the sick ican dream. On March 24, 1927, in Monroe, Corps, rising from Private to Master Gunnery and listening to the desires of all. Michigan, two young entrepreneurs and cous- Sergeant. He has served in times of both war Through it all, he managed to largely keep ins, Edward M. Knabusch and Edwin J. Shoe- and peace and has gone from patrolling the in the good graces of the United States, with maker, left the security of their jobs to take a jungles of Vietnam to walking the halls of Con- the Dominican Republic becoming a huge re- gress. During the Vietnam War, he was cipient of U.S. foreign aid. leap of faith and begin manufacturing a unique President Balaguer, whose only interests and innovative product. A porch chair wrapped awarded: the Combat Action Ribbon; the Viet- were collies and antique cars, never married in fabric was the prototype for the La-Z-Boy nam Service Medal with one star; the Republic and had no children. He wrote books, includ- recliner, a moniker that has become a world- of Vietnam Campaign Medal; and the Republic ing volumes of poetry and political science. wide household term. Using money from of Vietnam Meritorious Unit Citation of the He was fluent in English and French as well Edwin’s mortgaged family farm and donations Gallantry Cross. His personal awards have in- as Spanish. from relatives, the cousins built their first fac- cluded two Navy/Marine Corps Achievement But politics became his life. He was head of Medals, a Navy/Marine Corps Commendation his political party until his death, con- tory by hand, brick by brick. After introducing tinuing to broker political deals and to coun- the revolutionary chair that both rocked and Medal, and he has been recently rec- sel not only his party colleagues but other reclined, La-Z-Boy sales skyrocketed. La-Z- ommended for the Legion of Merit. high figures, including presidents, as well. Boy evolved from a small business to having During Master Gunnery Sergeant Fletcher’s In the 1980s, when foes tried to use his a place on the New York Stock Exchange. last six years of service, he has been the Ad- blindness against him during a presidential ministration Chief in the United States Marine run, he said, ‘‘I will not be asked to thread La-Z-Boy has grown immensely in its 75 Corps’ Office of Legislative Affairs. That office needles when in office.’’ years of operation. The company has added supports Members of Congress and Congres- Joaquin Balaguer Ricardo was born in the many new products and features over the sional committees in matters of legislation, small town of Villa Bisono, the only son of years, which have enabled it to remain com- protocol, and logistics for Congressional travel. eight children. His father was born in Puerto petitive in the furniture industry since its found- Rico of Castilian descent. His mother was a Master Gunnery Sergeant Fletcher brought a Dominican of Spanish blood. ing. La-Z-Boy has grown from ‘‘two guys in a wealth of managerial expertise and leadership The future president, who won a poetry garage’’ to nearly 19,000 employees world- to this office and contributed significantly to award as a teenager, graduated with a degree wide. Today, La-Z-Boy generates annual sales the successful accomplishment of its mission. in philosophy and letters from the Normal in excess of $2 billion, making it the largest During these six years, Master Gunnery School in Santiago and was a 1929 graduate manufacturer of upholstered furniture and the Sergeant Fletcher has helped carry the Corp’s of the University of Santo Domingo law world’s leading producer of reclining chairs. school. He was a state attorney in the land message to the Congress. He has enabled the court before entering the foreign service in La-Z-Boy is a great success and consist- Marine Corps’ Office of Legislative Affairs to 1932. He served in Madrid and then in Paris, ently shares its good fortune with the commu- provide consistent and timely responses to the where he received a doctorate in law and po- nity of Monroe. Its philanthropy is rooted in United States Congress, and in doing so, has litical economy from the University of Paris small town values that prevailed when Mr. made a lasting contribution in the containment in 1934. of today’s readiness and shape of tomorrow’s In 1936, he was named undersecretary of Knabusch and Mr. Shoemaker first launched the company. During World War II, La-Z-News Marine Corps. Particularly noteworthy have state for the presidency. In the 1940s, he been his efforts in directing, organizing, and served as ambassador to Colombia and Ven- kept the community informed about overseas escorting Members of Congress and their ezuela. He entered the cabinet as secretary news, and the company rented out garages to staffs around the world. His attention to detail of education and culture in 1949 and became build the most comfortable tank seats and in making these important trips logistically suc- secretary of foreign affairs in 1954. He also crash pads in the country. La-Z-Boy continues taught law at the University of Santo Do- cessful is yet another indication of this Ma- being very much involved in the city of Monroe mingo before becoming vice president in 1957 rine’s talent and professionalism. and is a major asset to Michigan’s 16th Con- and president in 1960. Master Gunnery Sergeant Fletcher has He defended the Trujillo years as a time gressional District. made immeasurable contributions to both to- when a strong hand was needed to rule a Mr. Speaker, I would like you to join me in day’s Marine Corps’ and to the Corps of the backward nation not yet ready for democracy. commending the La-Z-Boy corporation and its 21st Century. His superior performance of du- Yet in his 1988 autobiography, President employees for their leadership in both their in- ties highlights the culmination of more than 30 Balaguer admitted that his first presidency, dustry and in their community, as we celebrate years of honorable and dedicated Marine when he was the figurehead chief of state for their 75th anniversary. Corps service. By his exemplary competence,

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.036 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1422 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 sound judgment, and total dedication to duty, PAYING TRIBUTE TO WARREN exercised regularly, had none of the traditional he has served well this body, the United BYSTEDT risk factors for cancer. Undergoing a States Marine Corps and our Nation. Please lumpectomy, she continued her athletic train- join me in wishing Master Gunnery Sergeant HON. SCOTT McINNIS ing and the stage IV cancer seemed to dis- Fletcher, his wife, Barbara, and their sons, OF COLORADO appear. But, in April 2000, cancer came back Joel and Gary, all the best as he begins this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and, pursuing every treatment she could find, new chapter in life. including non-western, untraditional methods, Friday, July 26, 2002 Annie appeared to have beaten it back again. f Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Andrea focused her considerable energies on increasing public awareness and getting TRIBUTE TO THE 13-COUNTY MU- take this opportunity to recognize an out- national attention for the serious epidemic of TUAL ASSISTANCE ASSOCIATION standing individual from Grand Junction, Colo- breast cancer in Marin County, joining the OF NORTH ALABAMA rado. Over the years, Warren Bystedt has grown to love cross-country running and he board of Marin Breast Cancer Watch. ‘‘Annie continues to run competitively today at the age was our angel,’’ said Board President Roni HON. ROBERT E. (BUD) CRAMER, JR. 72. It is a great pleasure today, to honor War- Peskin Mentzer. OF ALABAMA ren Bystedt for his numerous achievements Whether lobbying in Sacramento for breast IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and accomplishments before this body of Con- cancer research or educating the community Friday, July 26, 2002 gress and this nation. about the dangerously high rates of cancer in Earlier in Warren’s life when he was an Marin, Annie made a difference, she made Mr. CRAMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to amateur boxer, he trained consistently, but history. Never daunted, she participated in recognize the North Alabama 13-County avoided running because he disliked that ele- athletic events such as the renowned Dipsea Emergency Management/Civil Defense Mutual ment of conditioning. Today the Grand Junc- Race and the Human Race, and was orga- Assistance Association as it celebrates over tion resident has a different view, and can be nizing new events, like the July 20, 2002 foot three decades of dedicated service to the seen pounding the pavement diligently every race from Mill Valley to the Mountain Theater North Alabama community. The association, morning. Warren’s passion for running has on Mt. Tamalpais to increase public knowl- which dates as far back as 1971, consists of motivated him to train everyday for fifty or so edge and raise much needed funds for re- the Emergency Management officials in yearly races. Gus said, ‘‘If I didn’t start my search. Colbert, Cullman, DeKalb, Franklin, Jackson, morning with that, (run) I wouldn’t know what In October 2001, only two months after her Lauderdale, Lawrence, Limestone, Madison, to do.’’ Warren provides the same determina- engagement to longtime partner and soul Marion, Marshall, Morgan and Winston Coun- tion and thoroughness to his daily activities mate, Chris Stewart, the cancer reappeared ties across North Alabama. This organization and events. and Annie mounted still another heroic cam- has tirelessly protected countless lives in Ala- Warren consistently finishes among the top paign. Not one to seek sympathy, she was bama over the last thirty years, and I rise on in the sixty or seventy and older of age divi- driven to passionately lead the fight for all behalf of my constituents in North Alabama to sions in races throughout the country. His women to find a cause to this insidious dis- express my sincere appreciation to these competitive nature comes from his earlier days ease. Despite increasing pain, she continued EMAs. as an amateur boxer when he lost only seven her work at the Marin Civic Center. ‘‘Annie Formally organized in December 1978, the of seventy bouts fighting in the flyweight divi- was a special person . . .’’, Stewart said, association was established with a purpose of sion. A long time educator and administrator in ‘‘bringing a wonderful happiness to all those working together among the thirteen counties Minnesota, Illinois, and Iowa, he took up run- who knew her. . . . She was passionate across North Alabama to help each other pro- ning after taking a hard look at his family his- about her work and about preserving the envi- tect lives and property in a coordinated, effi- tory noting that his brothers and father all died ronment.’’ cient, reliable and effective way during times of heart attacks and not wanting to suffer the A woman of uncommon positive spirit, An- of emergencies that exceed the capabilities of same fate, he began running around his drea Fox lost her courageous battle with any single affected local government. The as- neighborhood in Davenport, Iowa, in 1979. breast cancer surrounded by friends and fam- sociation works closely with the State of Ala- Grand Junction, Colorado, has given Warren ily, leaving her devoted fiance´, mother, broth- bama Emergency Management Agency to bet- the optimum climate in which to run on a year- er, and a grieving community. ter facilitate effective response to critical situa- round basis and he is an active member the We are all more fortunate to have been tions. Mesa Monument Striders. graced by the presence of Andrea Fox, her The EMAs from these thirteen counties had Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge the work beauty, wisdom and strength. Her love, re- the foresight over three decades ago to recog- and contributions of Warren Bystedt, a distin- solve and remarkable will are the cornerstones nize a concept that is today strongly advo- guished citizen and role model for his commu- of the legacy of courage she has left so that cated by all levels of government, that being, nity. His achievements are impressive, and it we might continue the fight. While Annie is just how critical it is to cooperate across artifi- is my honor to recognize his accomplishments gone, the spirit of this ‘‘angel’’ of our commu- cial jurisdictional boundaries in order to re- today. Best wishes to Warren, and good luck nity will forever be with us. spond to emergencies. And now, when secur- on all your future races. f ing our homeland and preparing for emer- f STATEMENT ON THE ELI HOME gency response is of utmost importance, the CARIN˜ O WALK-IN CENTER rest of the country has begun to realize the HONORING ANDREA FOX value of this kind of cross-district cooperation by strongly promoting and requiring mutual aid HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ and regional response capabilities, I want to OF CALIFORNIA OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commend the North Alabama EMAs in the 13- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES County Mutual Assistance Association who Friday, July 26, 2002 Friday, July 26, 2002 have worked so hard to protect the livelihood Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of North Alabama citizens. Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Eli Home Carin˜o Walk-In The 13-County Mutual Assistance Associa- honor Andrea Fox of San Rafael, California, a Center in Anaheim which opened its doors on tion serves as a standard for EMAs across our talented professional planner, community vol- July 13 to families throughout my district. nation. In today’s uncertain world, our first re- unteer, athlete, and breast cancer activist and Many families in my district do not have a sponders have to be ready to react quickly an inspiration to many. place to go to get support, find information, or and effectively to large-scale emergency situa- Andrea Fox lost her tenacious battle against just ask questions. The Center will help these tions that cross city and county lines. Mr. breast cancer on July 2, at the age of 35, families, many of whom are dealing with eco- Speaker, on behalf of the citizens of North leaving a legacy of extraordinary courage and nomic crises and other stress creating situa- Alabama, I am pleased to recognize and thank compassion. tions. the 13-County Mutual Assistance Association A beautiful young woman with incredible The Eli Home is dedicated to providing free, of North Alabama for leading the nation with grace and dignity, ‘‘Annie’’ Fox was dedicated bilingual services to Spanish-speaking fami- their innovative outlook on cooperative emer- to finding a cure for breast cancer. Diagnosed lies. The center offers parenting classes, gency response developed over thirty years with a particularly aggressive cancer in 1998, weekly forums, case management, counseling, ago. the former triathlete, who ate organically and and child-abuse prevention.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.039 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1423 The City of Anaheim has recognized this or- schools all across the country came the sweet ington Report on the Hemisphere. Blandford’s ganization and has welcomed it into the com- sound of ‘God Bless America.’’’ research findings spotlight the developing munity. I would like to do the same. By now many students had their hands up. Guatemalan human rights tragedy and exam- I would like to personally thank The Eli ‘‘But I read that the economy went into a re- ine the role played by that nation’s govern- Home Carin˜o Walk-In Center staff for their cession, and that soon afterward biological ter- ment and military in violently covering up its hard work and dedication to the community rorism began arriving by mail. How could this sanguinary past. and for creating a positive environment for my spirit be maintained in such a dark time?’’ The inauguration of a second cycle of death district. ‘‘That’s a paradox that helps make America squad activity in Guatemala was brought to f such a great country,’’ answered the guide. ‘‘It the world’s attention in 1998 when Bishop seems that throughout our history, our darkest Juan Gerardi was bludgeoned to death in his SCOTT DETROW: REACHING TO hours were also our finest. In 2001 we refused garage just two days after delivering his report AMERICA’S FUTURE to let the terrorists win. People continued with itemizing the army’s responsibility for thou- their regular lives, but a bit more mindful of sands of massacres during the 1980s. This HON. THOMAS M. BARRETT what was really important. Friendships were year, human rights activist Guillermo Ovalle de OF WISCONSIN bonded, old rifts erased, and the country truly Leo«n was shot at least 25 times while eating IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES became one nation under God. The country lunch at a restaurant in Guatemala City, and Friday, July 26, 2002 felt up to any challenge, and took it one day a June 7 fax signed by Los Guatemaltecos de at a time. Every time a new problem arose, Verdad labeled 11 prominent Guatemalan Mr. BARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I wish to rec- Americans simply dealt with it and continued human rights activists as doomed enemies of ognize Scott M. Detrow from my district, a tal- to march forward. Everyone rose to the occa- the state because of their cooperation with UN ented young man who recently won the 2002 sion, from the President to the firefighters, to Special Representative Hina Jilani during her Voice of Democracy Broadcast Scriptwriting the average Joe.’’ May visit. Clearly, Mr. Speaker, Guatemala’s Contest. Sponsored by the Veterans of For- The students gazed at the monument, re- militant regime is willing to commit whatever eign Wars (VFW), this competition provides an flecting on the greatness of the generation atrocity is necessary to shield its murderous opportunity for high school students to voice past. They had never seen their grandparents past from the eyes of the international commu- their opinion on their responsibility to our and great grandparents in this light, and were nity. country. More than 85,000 secondary school stunned by the character they showed and the COHA researcher Blandford calls for the re- students participated this year, with only 58 actions they took in the face of adversity. newal of the 12-year U.S. ban on International winning a national scholarship. Faced with pure evil, they had stood up to it Military Education and Training (IMET) to Gua- Mr. Detrow’s essay on the American re- and won. These were the true heroes, these temala. This resolution would illustrate the de- sponse to the September 11 terrorist attacks men and women who stood on the very spot sire of the United States to attain peace and captured the contest’s theme of ‘‘Reaching to where they were now, working non-stop for justice, as well as security, in Central America. America’s Future.’’ He channeled his feelings months on end sorting through the rubble, By denying funds to the Guatemalan military, and emotions to create an inspirational piece hoping against all odds to find survivors. the U.S. would inherently be guarding civilians upon which everyone can reflect. I ask my col- As a distant clock struck twelve, the sun from political intimidation and violence. Con- leagues to join me in recognizing Scott M. shone directly upon the monument. The stu- sequently, the article is of great relevance Detrow for his special achievement, and I sub- dents saw the memorial in its full splendor, a since the need to constructively engage Gua- mit to the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD the com- firefighter, a police officer, old man, and young temala is likely to grow in intensity in the complete text of Mr. Detrow’s piece: girl, all gazing and pointing off into the dis- ing months, given the nation’s mushrooming A hush fell over the students as they en- tance. The reflecting pool cast a glimmer of trend of death squad killings. tered the plaza. Their joking and fidgeting sud- hope in the statues’ faces: the promise of a f denly stopped as their eyes came upon the new tomorrow. PAYING TRIBUTE TO PARKVIEW massive sculpture before them. It was a sunny f and cool autumn day in lower Manhattan, per- HOSPITAL fect for a field trip to the World Trade Center HUMAN RIGHTS ISSUES Monument. The high-schoolers found it hard HON. SCOTT McINNIS to believe that some fifty years before, two of HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA OF COLORADO the tallest buildings in the world had stood OF MARYLAND IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES there, and that they had been destroyed in a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES matter of minutes. Friday, July 26, 2002 ‘‘Imagine the terror New Yorkers and Ameri- Friday, July 26, 2002 Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before cans must have felt that day,’’ the tour guide Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, while our na- you, this body of Congress, and our nation to began. ‘‘No one knew what to expect, who tion recovers from the tragedy of September recognize Parkview Medical Center of Pueblo, had done it, or why. For the first time since 11 and turns its focus toward hemispheric de- Colorado. For the past eighty years, Parkview the War of 1812, mainland America had been fense, we should also realize that crucial Hospital has provided medical care to the attacked; for the first time since Pearl Harbor, human rights issues are in jeopardy in our community in a kind, friendly, and dedicated flung headlong by surprise into war.’’ own backyard. Unbeknownst to many in this manner. It is hard to match the kind of integ- ‘‘How did the country react?’’ piped up one country, the situation in Guatemala is wors- rity and honesty provided by the staff of of the more outgoing students. ‘‘Excellent ening by the day. During the Cold War, a 36- Parkview, and I thank the staff for their ex- question,’’ replied the tour guide. ‘‘From the year civil war raged in this Central American traordinary contributions. ashes of the Trade Center and the Pentagon nation, resulting in an estimated 200,000 civil- Parkview Hospital fist emerged because of rose the Phoenix of Patriotism, of courage, of ian deaths. Now, the infamous architect of the influence of six prominent physicians in will. Americans rushed to blood centers, wait- Guatemala’s most intense period of genocide 1921 after a disastrous flood in 1921. ing for hours to give the gift of life. Hundreds against the Maya indigenous population, ex-di- Parkview was officially established in 1923 of millions of dollars were raised to help the rector General Efraõ«n Rõ«os Montt, has staged and had great success from its inception, victims. Millions more prayers were offered, as a political renaissance thanks to a climate of which required the facility to expand and ren- Americans flocked to their mosques, syna- intimidation and violence produced by the mili- ovate every ten years. Today, several addi- gogues and churches. Rescue teams were tary’s death squads. tional wings have been added to create what overwhelmed by the crush of volunteers, and Andrew Blandford, Research Associate at is today a state-of-the-art medical center in the support of the entire nation was heaved the Washington-based Council on Hemi- Southern Colorado. Parkview offers the citi- upon their president and leaders, whole- spheric Affairs (COHA), has recently authored zens of Pueblo and surrounding communities heartedly trusting in the American system of a press memorandum entitled ‘‘Rı«os Montt’s a radiological cancer treatment department, democracy.’’ Political Resurgence in Guatemala Coincides obstetrical floor, surgical section, Psychiatric ‘‘Soon you could not go a block without see- with Increase in Violence with Impunity.’’ This and Chemical Dependency Unit, Neurological ing Old Glory. From the steps of the Capitol— important analysis, which was released on Intensive Care Unit, Computer Axial Tomog- still standing thanks to courageous pas- July 26, will shortly appear in a revised form raphy Whole Body Scanner, Same-Day Sur- sengers who fought off suicide hijackers—to in the upcoming issue of that organization’s gery Wing, and Kidsville Pediatric Unit. More- the playing fields of professional sports, to estimable biweekly publication, The Wash- over, Parkview fulfilled requirements to classify

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.042 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1424 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 their Emergency Room as a Level II Trauma dedicated to the strengthening and educating Junior Achievement has been an influential Center. of the unique relationship between dogs and part of many of today’s successful entre- Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the hard the people who love them. In addition, the Pa- preneurs and business leaders. Junior work and determination of the staff of rade helps create awareness of the growing Achievement’s success is truly the story of Parkview Medical Center. The compassion il- number of homeless pets, the groups who America—the fact that one idea can influence lustrated by staff members will be reflected in work to find homes for them to end pet over- and benefit many lives. the hearts of patients for years to come. I population and the valuable work of the hun- Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my heartfelt would especially like to recognize Chief Exec- dreds of dog rescue groups and their volun- congratulations to Bill Laird of Franklin for his utive Officer C.W. Smith and former Chief of teers. outstanding service to Junior Achievement and Staff Dr. Janice Elaine Kulik for their unrelent- In 1989 Robert Haas had the idea of orga- the students of Tennessee. I am proud to ing dedication to the medical treatment of pa- nizing a parade of dogs and their people in have him as a constituent and congratulate tients and coordination of all Parkview activi- Worthington, Ohio. He envisioned an event him on his distinguished accomplishment. ties. Congratulations to Parkview Medical Cen- that would draw thousands, provide a fun time f ter on your recent milestone and I wish all the for all, and be a great vehicle for increasing best to the staff. public awareness of homeless pets and pet HONORING TAKIRA GASTON f overpopulation. In 2000, that idea became the Pooch Pa- HON. JOHN B. LARSON JIM CIRILLO, MANAGER OF THE rade. In April of that year, approximately 800 OF CONNECTICUT RAYBURN BUILDING SPECIAL dogs and 5,000 people participated in the Pa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ORDERS DELI, WINS HOSPI- rade. Rescue groups were there with dogs Friday, July 26, 2002 TALITY MANAGER OF THE YEAR looking for a ‘‘forever home.’’ There were ven- AWARD dors with an assortment of dog-related items. Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I People and dogs had a great time and an an- rise today to honor and pay tribute to Takira HON. ROBERT W. NEY nual event was born. In 2001, the Pooch Pa- Gaston of Hartford, Connecticut. On July 4, OF OHIO rade attracted approximately 2,500 dogs and 2001, Takira was playing at her family’s Fourth of July cookout like any 7 years old IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 8,000 people as well as more rescue groups and vendors. The 2002 Pooch Parade was at- would be on hot summer afternoon. However, Friday, July 26, 2002 tended by over 3800 dogs, 9000 dog-lovers this typical American scene was shattered in Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, the House has an and 50 rescue groups making the Worthington an instant by the sound of gunshots. Two drug award winner amongst its workforce. Mr. Jim Pooch Parade the largest official Pooch Pa- dealers were exchanging gunfire when one of Cirillo, an employee of one of the House food rade in the country. the bullets struck Takira in the face. service contractors Guest Services, Inc. (GSI), The theme for the 2002 Parade, held in Takira survived and has faced numerous won the 2002 Capital Restaurant & Hospitality April, was ‘‘America’s Best Friend.’’ Ohio surgeries, with more to come. She has han- Award for ‘‘Hospitality Manager of the Year.’’ search and rescue dogs that worked in New dled the pain and fear with courage that is Jim is manager of the Rayburn Building Spe- York after the 9/11 terrorist attacks were hon- rare in such a young person. Her brave fight cial Orders Deli and Pazzos Pizza. This an- ored. was chronicled by Tina Brown of the Hartford nual award given by the Restaurant Associa- I congratulate all of those involved with the Courant on the one-year anniversary of the tion of Metropolitan Washington and the Pooch Parade for their dedication to the shooting. This moving story describe Takira’s Washington, DC Convention and Tourism Cor- issues of homeless pets, pet overpopulation perseverance and I wish to submit it for the poration was presented to Jim at the industry’s and rescue dogs, and wish the Parade many RECORD. annual Awards Gala on Sunday, June 23, more years of success. No child should have to go through the or- deal that Takira has gone through. I ask my 2002 in Washington D.C. f One of five nominees from facilities in the colleagues to join with me in honoring Takira’s Washington D.C. Metropolitan area, Jim won HONORING BILL LAIRD FOR HIS courage and continuing to work to rid our cit- top honors for his superior service and ex- COMMITMENT TO YOUTH ies of the violence that plagues them. traordinary management skills as the manager [From the Hartford Courant, July 4, 2002] of two facilities in the U.S. House of Rep- HON. BART GORDON THE COURAGE TO HEAL resentatives. Guest Services’ President/CEO, OF TENNESSEE (By Tina A. Brown) Gerry Gabrys commented, ‘‘Members of Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES NEW HAVEN.—After riding the toy cars and gress and their guests and staff have gone out Friday, July 26, 2002 playing ‘‘Donkey Kong’’ on the computer, of their way to recognize Jim’s attitude and su- Takira Gaston flashes a bright smile that perior service on many occasions.’’ Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak makes others in the pediatric surgery center In a survey of customer satisfaction last fall, today about a distinguished member of my forget the protruding scars on her face. the Rayburn Special Orders deli was found to district who is being honored by an organiza- She’s having a good day on this sunny have the highest satisfaction rating amongst tion that has had an immeasurable impact on Thursday despite being at Yale-New Haven GSI’s eleven business locations within the America. Bill Laird, a retired employee of Willis Hospital for her second round of reconstruc- Corroon, is Junior Achievement’s National tive surgery. She’s thinking about splashing House. Recently, Jim developed two innova- in her family’s above-ground pool and jump- tive websites where Members of Congress Middle School Volunteer of the Year. ing on the trampoline in her backyard, a safe and their staff can conveniently and effort- He has volunteered for nine years and place in a new neighborhood where gunfire is lessly place their food orders. taught 25 JA classes in that time. Mr. Laird al- seldom heard. On behalf of the House of Representatives, ways goes above and beyond his classroom After playing, Takira takes time to think I’d like to recognize Jim for this outstanding duties, using his work and life experiences as of someone else. Someone like her, who was and well-deserved award, and for Jim’s serv- a way to educate young people about busi- shot in the face. ice to the House and his customers. Thank ness, economics and the free-enterprise sys- Takira tells her adoptive mother, Delphine tem. Gaston-Walters, that she wants to visit New you Jim and keep up the great work! Haven police Officer Robert Fumiatti, who’s f The history of Junior Achievement is a true recovering at Yale-New Haven after being testament to the indelible human spirit and shot last month by a suspected drug dealer. RECOGNIZING THE WORTHINGTON, American ingenuity. Junior Achievement was They talk briefly with Fumiatti, whose head OHIO POOCH PARADE founded in 1919 as a collection of small, after is stabilized by a metal halo. He calls Takira school business clubs for students in Spring- ‘‘courageous’’ and reaches out to shake her HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI field, Massachusetts. hand. But her good mood vanishes. She’s scared. She refuses to shake his hand and OF OHIO Today, through the efforts of more than 100,000 volunteers in classrooms all over backs out of his hospital room. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘They are not going to touch my face,’’ she America, Junior Achievement reaches more Friday, July 26, 2002 says, with anger in her eyes, as she returns than four million students in grades KÐ12 per to the surgery center. Deep down, she Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I would like to rec- year. JA International takes the free enterprise knowns she has no choice, but that doesn’t ognize the Pooch Parade held in Worthington, message of hope and opportunity even further stop her from launching into an hour-long Ohio. The Pooch Parade is an annual event to nearly two million students in 113 countries. temper tantrum.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K26JY8.007 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1425 Such are the shifting emotions of an 8- At 5:11 p.m., two hours after they opened portable pool hasn’t been blown up yet, but year-old girl trying to recover from a stray it, the first scar under Takira’s chin is near- she, her brother John and twin sister, bullet that tore through her face—and awoke ly done. Their work is covered with anti- Takara, take turns playing with the garden people to the violence in the city—on July 4, biotics and an oily liquid that makes the hose in a make-believe game of carwash. 2001. The men responsible for her shooting, bandages stick like glue. There is no talk of the white bandages that Anthony Carter and Maurice Miller, were Once the chin is finished, they move on to still cover the lower half of Takira’s face. convicted this spring. But for Takira, the smaller scars on her neck, where incisions The scar on her cheek is no longer covered physical and emotional scars continue to were cut to make way for a breathing tube in and seems to be healing normally, no sign of heal, in fits and starts. her throat. Next, they cut out the scars on a new keloid. TAKING A GAMBLE her cheek, and repeat the process of sewing ‘‘Dr. Schneider said it was OK for her to up the inner tissue and the outer skin, cov- Unlike a light-skinned person with a bullet get wet,’’ Gaston-Walters said. ering them with antibiotics and lotion. After the bandages are off, Gaston-Walters wound, Takira faces another obstacle to her Surgery is over at 6:58 p.m., three hours will apply an expensive over-the-counter healing simply because she happens to be and 47 minutes after it began. herbal ointment to each of Takira’s wounds, dark-skinned. She is prone to keloids, an excessive NIGHTMARES RETURN hoping to prevent excessive scarring. None of that is on Takira’s mind as she growth of scar tissue common among African Takira, her mother and the surgeons won’t waits for her turn to rinse off the gold-col- Americans. The skin disorder has left thick, know for several months whether the keloids ored pickup parked in the driveway. The shiny scar tissue in the areas where the bul- will return. game on this hot summer day, just three let cut through her cheek and where sur- But it was a risk they took because Takira days before the anniversary of the shooting, geons cut under her chin to piece her face didn’t want the scars to continue giving am- is more about getting wet than washing cars. back together. munition to the meanspirited children who ‘‘You wet me,’’ Takira yells to Takara, She has returned to surgery to have the call her scarface. Gaston-Walters, a dutiful who hands her the hose. keloids removed, a gamble that her doctors parent, wants to protect Takira from those kinds of mental scars. You wet me too,’’ Takara says. and Gaston-Walters believe is worth taking. They yell this loud enough for Gaston-Wal- If the surgery is successful, Dr. James C. But for Takira, the pain and fear associated with the surgery make it hard to envi- ters to hear. She laughs aloud as Takira and Alex, director of the division of facial plastic the others stand, dripping wet, outside the and reconstructive surgery at the Yale sion the outcome. ‘‘Come on Missy, be nice,’’ Gaston-Walters front door of the small Cape-style house. School of Medicine, is hopeful that the re- tells Takira four days after the surgery, ‘‘It’s ‘‘They do this all of the time. They’ve maining scars left on Takira’s face will time for the stitches to come out.’’ changed clothes three times today already.’’ gradually blend in with her otherwise perfect Takira is trying to hit Dr. Alex, who wants More surgery looms next year to remove skin tone. But there’s a 50 to 80 percent to remove the stitches from her chin, cheek the metal plate from Takira’s jaw. For now, chance the keloids will return, just as bad or and neck at a record pace to prevent new things are back to normal for Takira and her worse. scars from forming. But first he has to en- family. Takira has drifted into drug-induced sleep dure the fight of the tough-spirited little f just before 3 p.m., as she is rolled through girl. Gaston-Walters grasps Takira’s hands the double doors, draped in a cornflower blue to restrain her, and Takira is promised a trip AS THE ADA ENTERS ADOLES- paper sheet. to Chuck E. Cheese’s if she behaves. But she The sheet covers her up to the lower half of CENCE, ITS PROMISE REMAINS continues to cry, scream and fight. her chin, which is facing up toward the sat- She is given a sedative, and she goes to UNFULFILLED BUT WITHIN ellite dish-shaped lights. As the clock on the sleep. She appears at peace, but at home REACH wall marks 3:11 p.m., Alex sits on Takira’s since the surgery, she wakes up at night left side and Dr. Bruce Schneider sits at her frightened by her dreams. The nighmares HON. STENY H. HOYER right. had stopped about eight months after the Alex begins the delicate process of cutting OF MARYLAND shooting and the family’s move to a quieter IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES out the scars and sewing Takira’s face back neighborhood, but the surgery has brought it together, much like a master quilter. Nurse all back again. Friday, July 26, 2002 John Breslin hands him a scalpel to cut Takira is lying on her side when she wakes around the U-shaped scar under Takira’s Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, today, we com- up in the examining room. Alex has finished memorate the 12th anniversary of the land- chin. Schneider swabs the blood where Alex taking out the stitches on her cheek and has cut, and applies medicine to limit the chin and is working on her neck when she mark Americans With Disabilities Act, the most bleeding. flinches. She returns to a fighting posture, sweeping civil rights legislation since the Civil The scar, thick and wide, is in the same but avoids a full-blown tantrum when Alex Rights Act of 1964. spot that Alex and Schneider cut open last reassures her that the procedure is nearly We do so with pride, as we measure our July, when they pulled up the skin over her over. progress. We do so with sadness, as we lip line, to expose her shattered jawbone, He applies the oily liquid that smells like mourn the recent passing of Justin Dart Jr., broken teeth and bullet fragments. The area evergreen to each scar before placing white the ADA’s ‘‘father’’ and an indefatigable soldier was cleaned and rebuilt and a metal plate strips of tape, which act like sutures, on her has been serving as her temporary jawbone face. of justice. And we do so with deep concern, while the bone grows back. Removing keloids through surgery is as the courts continue to issue decisions that With methodical movements, Schneider, risky, according to experts who have used a limit the ADA’s scope and undermine its in- an oral surgeon and formerly chief resident number of techniques to remove the scar tis- tent. at the Hospital of St. Raphael in New Haven, sue, including surgery, radiation and herbal Twelve years ago today, the first President uses a small metal tool with two prongs to creams. Bush signed the ADA into law, hailing it as the grasp the outer skin tissue. Alex examines ‘‘The keloids are like cancer that gets big- ‘‘world’s first comprehensive declaration of the inner tissue and tests the area for nerve ger and bigger,’’ said Dr. Tom Geraghty, a activity. Together, for another 25 minutes, plastic surgeon from Kansas City who has equality for people with disabilities.’’ they work on both sides of Takira’s face, spent the past 24 years removing keloids As the lead House sponsor of this historic slowly cutting around the inner tissue of the from patients in Bolivia and the Dominican law, I knew it would not topple centuries of worst scar. Republic. prejudice overnight. But I knew that, over time, Alex begins sewing together the inner skin Some patients develop the scarring from a it could change attitudes and change hearts, using blue sutures, which look like dental bug bite, others from burns and other inju- and unleash the untapped abilities of our dis- floss, though fine as hair. The goal is to sew ries that are untreated. Geraghty has seen a abled brothers and sisters. the tissue together without gripping it too boy with a burn on his chest develop a keloid The ADA sent an unmistakable message: It ‘‘thick as armor’’ and plenty of girls with hard, Alex instructs. ‘‘We are trying not to is unacceptable to discriminate against the create tension on the skin. This will give you keloids ‘‘the size of a grapefruit’’ as a result a more favorable scar. You will always have of ear-piercing. disabled simply because they have a dis- a scar.’’ No one can say yet why people with darker ability. And it is illegal. Another 30 minutes pass. Alex and Schnei- complexions are more likely than lighter- The ADA, which enjoyed overwhelming bi- der pull up the outer skin, and prepare for skinned people to get keloids. When children partisan support, prohibits discrimination another ‘‘close.’’ Again, they start sewing like Takira are afflicted with keloids, against the more than 50 million disabled from opposite sides. A local pain reliever is Geraghty supports the decision to remove Americans—in employment, in public accom- the scars through surgery. applied to the scar tissue now sewn together modations, in transportation and in tele- and shaped like a thin cornrow-like braid. ‘‘Poor baby. Surgery is always a gamble, Rather than sew in a straight line, they cre- but a good gamble if you have no choice,’’ he communications. It recognizes that the dis- ate a ridge-like skin overlay, so that if said. ‘‘If it were my daughter, I’d do it.’’ abled belong to the American family, and must Takira’s new scar expands, it will push down SPLASHING AROUND share in all we have to offer: equality of oppor- flat rather than bubble up into a keloid, Alex Almost two weeks after the surgery, tunity, full participation, independent living and says. Takira got her wish to play in the water. The economic self-sufficiency.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.049 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1426 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Its first dozen years have ushered in signifi- nearly five decades, he was one of the world’s War, military intelligence was used for domes- cant change. Thousands of disabled Ameri- most courageous, passionate and effective ad- tic purposes to conduct surveillance on civil cans have joined the workforce, many for the vocates for civil and human rights. rights, social equity, antiwar, and other activ- first times in their lives. The ramps, curb cuts, Many called him the Martin Luther King of ists. In the case of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., braille signs and captioned television pro- the disability civil rights movement. But he Operation Lantern Spike involved military intel- grams that were once novel are now ubiq- though of himself in more humble terms—sim- ligence covertly operating a surveillance oper- uitous. ply as a soldier of justice. I was fortunate to ation of the civil rights leader up to the time of However, despite such demonstrable call him a dear friend. his assassination. In a period of two months, progress, the ADA increasingly has become a As we commemorate this 12th anniversary recently declassified documents on Operation legal lightning rod with courts issuing narrow of the ADA today and pay tribute to a wonder- Lantern Spike indicate that 240 military per- interpretations that limit its scope and under- ful man who devoted his life to promoting jus- sonnel were assigned in the two months of mine its intent. tice and equality for others, let’s recognize that March and April to conduct surveillance on Dr. In its most recent term, for example, the our work is far from finished. The series of Su- King. The documents further reveal that United States Supreme Court issued a series preme Court decisions on the ADA remind us 16,900 man-hours were spent on this assign- of decisions involving the ADA, ruling against of that, and command us to begin discussing ment. Dr. King had done nothing more than the claimant each time. possible legislative responses. call for black suffrage, an end to black pov- In Chevron v. Echazabal, the Court held We have come so far in the last dozen erty, and an end to the Vietnam War. Dr. King that an employer can keep a worker from fill- years. And we have poured a strong founda- was the lantern of justice for America: spreading a job that could be harmful to the worker’s tion for our house of equality, where Ameri- ing light on issues the Administration should own health, even though the ADA itself only cans are judged by their ability and not their have been addressing. On April 4, 1968, Dr. allows employers to deny jobs to those who disability. King’s valuable point of light was snuffed out. pose a ‘‘direct threat’’ to other workers. Yet, the promise of the ADA remains The documents I have submitted for the Whether intended or not, this decision unfulfilled today but still is within reach. It falls record outline the illegal activities of the FBI stands for the proposition that disabled Ameri- to us now to carry on the fight and to realize and its ColntelPro program. A 1967 memo cans really cannot exercise independent judg- Justin Dart’s vision of a revolution of em- from J. Edgar Hoover to 22 FBI field offices ment on what is best for them. Thus, outlined the COINTELPRO program well: ‘‘The powerment. Let’s not rest until the work is Eehazabal perpetuates the paternalistic atti- purpose of this new counterintelligence en- done. tudes that the ADA sought to combat. deavor is to expose, disrupt, misdirect, or oth- In another devastating blow, the Court held f erwise neutralize’’ black activist leaders and in Toyota Motor Manufacturing v. Williams that CONSTITUTIONAL LIBERTIES AND organizations. a worker needed to show that her condition THE COSTS OF WAR AGAINST As a result of the Church Committee hear- not only affected her on the job, but also pre- TERRORISM ACT ings, we later learned that the FBI and other vented or restricted her from performing ‘‘tasks government authorities were conducting black that are of central importance to most people’s bag operations that included illegally breaking daily lives.’’ Because the claimant in Williams HON. CYNTHIA A. McKINNEY and entering private homes to collect informa- had not sufficiently demonstrated how her dis- OF GEORGIA tion on individuals. FBI activities included ‘‘bad ability limited her in performed tasks such as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES jacketing,’’ or falsely accusing individuals of brushing her teeth, the Court said, she was Friday, July 26, 2002 collaboration with the authorities. It included not ‘‘disabled’’ under the ADA. Ms. McKINNEY. Mr. Speaker, the attacks of the use of paid informants to set up on false Is this really what Congress intended when charges targeted individuals. And it resulted in September 11th, 2001 caused significant it passed the ADA? That a determination of the murder of some individuals. Geronimo changes throughout our society. For our mili- ‘‘disability’’ would require courts to examine Pratt Ji Jaga spent 27 years in prison for a tary services, this included increased force whether claimants can brush their teeth? The crime he did not commit. And in protection, greater security, and of course the answer is obviously no. COINTELPRO documents subsequently re- deployment to and prosecution of the War on This decision has put disabled Americans leased, we learn that Fred Hampton was mur- Terrorism in Afghanistan and elsewhere. who avail themselves of the law’s protection in dered in his bed while his pregnant wife slept Sadly, one of the first acts of our President a Catch-22: They must demonstrate that their next to him after a paid informant slipped was to waive the high deployment overtime impairment is substantial enough so that it drugs in his drink. constitutes a disability under the ADA, but not pay of our servicemen and women who are Needless to say, such operations were well so substantial that the claimant cannot do the serving on the front lines of our new War. The outside the bounds of what normal citizens job without a reasonable accommodation. Navy estimates that the first year costs of this would believe to be the role of the military, In other recent ADA decisions, the Supreme pay would equal about 40 cruise missiles. The and the Senate investigations conducted by Court has stripped state workers of their right total cost of this overtime pay may only equal Senator Frank Church found that to be true. to sue for monetary damages for ADA viola- about 300 cruise missiles, yet this Administra- Though the United States was fighting the tions, and held that corrective or mitigating tion said it would cost too much to pay our spread of communism in the face of the Cold measures such as eyeglasses or medication young men and women what the Congress War, the domestic use of intelligence and mili- should be considered in determining whether and the previous Administration had promised tary assets against its own civilians was unfor- an individual is ‘‘disabled’’ under the law. them. tunately reminiscent of the police state built up The latter decisions have produced absurd In another ironic twist, the War on Terrorism by the Communists we were fighting. results in lower courts, People with diabetes, has the potential to bring the U.S. military into We must be certain that the War on Ter- heart conditions, mental illness and even can- American life as never before. A Northern rorism does not threaten our liberties again. cer have been ruled ‘‘too functional’’—with Command has been created to manage the Amendments to H.R. 4547, the Costs of War corrective or mitigating measures—to be con- military’s activity within the continental United Against Terrorism Act, that would increase the sidered ‘‘disabled.’’ States. Operation Noble Eagle saw combat role of drug interdiction task forces to include Mr. Speaker, this is clearly not what Con- aircraft patrolling the air above major metro- counter intelligence, and that would increase gress intended when it passed the ADA and politan areas, and our airports are only now the military intelligence’s ability to conduct President Bush signed it into law. We intended being relieved of National Guard security electronic and financial investigations, can be the law to have broad application. In fact, any forces. Moreover, there is a growing concern the first steps towards a return to the abuses person who is disadvantaged by an employer that the military will be used domestically, of constitutional rights during the Cold War. due to a real or perceived impairment by oth- within our borders, with intelligence and law Further, this bill includes nearly $2 billion in ers may bring a claim under the ADA. That’s enforcement mandates as some now call for a additional funds for intelligence accounts. because, simply put, the point of the law is not review of the Posse Comitatus Act prohibitions When taken into account with the extra-judicial disability; the point is discrimination. on military activity within our country. incarceration of thousands of immigration vio- Justin Dart Jr., the gentle giant who worked In the 1960s, the lines between illegal intel- lators, the transfer of prisoners from law en- tirelessly on behalf of the ADA and the dis- ligence, law enforcement and military practices forcement custody to military custody, and the abled throughout the world, would no doubt became blurred as Americans wanting to consideration of a ‘‘volunteer’’ terrorism tip agree. make America a better place for all were tar- program, America must stand up and protect Perhaps best known as the father of the geted and attacked for political beliefs and po- itself from the threat not only of terrorism, but ADA, Justin passed away on June 22nd. For litical behavior. Under the cloak of the Cold of a police state of its own.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.052 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1427 There does exist a need to increase per- search and rescue team. Tim shared this idea found and there probably would have been sonnel pay accounts, replenish operations and with some friends and was amazed at all the some evidence on the scene to help the police maintenance accounts and replace lost equip- positive interest and support received. in the investigation. Would Jane Doe have The first official TES officer meeting was been murdered? My thoughts—probably not ment. The military has an appropriate role in or at least not at that spot. protecting the United States from foreign held in August of 2000 and then the work Mr. Speaker, the Texas EquuSearch Mount- threats, and should remain dedicated to pre- started. Tim, and his faithful and incredibly ed Search & Recovery Team, was founded in paring for those threats. Domestic uses of the supportive wife Georgeann Miller, never realized how difficult forming an organization like loving memory of Laura Miller by her father military have long been prohibited for good Timothy A. Miller to search for our nation’s reason, and the same should continue to this could be; or that it would require giving up his business as a general contractor to devote missing and abducted children and adults. It apply to all military functions, especially any has received help from the citizens of Hous- and all military intelligence and surveillance. himself full time to the founding and operation of TES. Two years later, I’m proud to say that ton, the State of Texas and the United States Congress and the Administration must be in- to successfully search for and find the lost, ab- Tim and his all-volunteer TES team are work- creasingly vigilant towards the protection of ducted, and missing. Our nation’s communities ing harder than ever to help bring home loved and adherence to our constitutional rights and and law enforcement agencies, including the privileges. For, if we win the war on terrorism, ones who are missing. Since Texas EquuSearch was formed, they Federal Bureau of Investigation, have already but create a police state in the process, what recognized the significance and value of the have we won? have been on nearly one hundred searches in two short years. They have an admirable Texas EquuSearch Mounted Search & Recov- f record of working constructively with our na- ery. It is now appropriate that the People and the Congress of the United States of America INTRODUCTION OF THE CHIL- tion’s local law enforcement agencies and the applaud and urge on Texas EquuSearch to DREN’S DEVELOPMENT COMMIS- Federal Bureau of Investigation. As these continue forward—assuring that ‘‘The lost are SION ACT words were being written Tim and TES are on not alone’’. still another search near TES’s headquarters HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY in Dickinson, Texas. f TES was founded in loving memory of OF NEW YORK ANIMAL FIGHTING ENFORCEMENT Laura Miller, Tim’s daughter. The success rate ACT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of TES in finding missing people and returning Friday, July 26, 2002 many of them home alive is truly impressive. HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, It is a living tribute to the spirit of Laura Miller. OF NEW JERSEY today I am reintroducing legislation (H.R. That spirit is alive and well in every volunteer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of TES. The following words are Tim’s own: 1112, 106th Congress) that is intended to help Friday, July 26, 2002 solve the shortage of available, affordable I know how important a search and rescue child care facilities. In my congressional dis- team can be. My daughter, Laura Miller was Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, today I am abducted in September of 1984. I went to the pleased to introduce the Animal Fighting En- trict in New York City, more than half of all police department to report her missing and forcement Act. This legislation targets the rep- women with pre-school children are in the file a missing persons report. Five months rehensible and surprisingly widespread activi- workforce and the need for child care is enor- prior to Laura’s disappearance the remains ties of dogfighting and cockfighting, in which mous. This is not a local problem but one that of a young lady named Heidi Villareal Fye, animals are bred and trained to fight, often were found on some property at an aban- is national in nature. drugged to heighten their aggression, and The ‘‘Children’s Development Commission doned oil field on Calder Road in League City, Texas. I told the police officer taking placed in a pit to fight to the death—all for Act’’ or ‘‘Kiddie Mac,’’ (H.R. 1112, 106th), will their amusement and illegal wagering of the address this problem by authorizing HUD to the report of my concerns, and would they please check the area where she had been animals’ handlers and the spectators. issue guarantees to lenders who are willing to found, or tell me where it was located so These are indefensible activities, and our lend money to build or rehabilitate child care that I might check myself. Of course they state laws reflect public disdain for these facilities. It also creates the Children’s Devel- said Laura is sixteen, she ran away and will forms of animal cruelty. Dogfighting is banned opment Commission which will certify the be coming back home. We called and drove in all 50 states, and it is a felony in 46 states. loans and create federal child care standards. to all of Laura’s friends to see of anyone had Cockfighting is banned in 47 states, and it is Kiddie Mac will also give ‘‘micro-loans’’ to fa- seen her. Three days went by and I found out a felony in 26 states. that Heidi had only lived 4 blocks from our cilities which need to make the necessary Even though there is a something verging changes to come up to licensing standards, as house. So I went back to the police station to tell them my new worries about the close on a national consensus that dogfighting and well as provide them with lower cost fire and location of our houses and could they go and cockfighting should be treated as criminal con- liability insurance. Through some of the pre- check the field where Heidi was or please duct, the industries continue to thrive. Accord- miums paid by the lenders, a non-profit foun- take me to where it was located. Again they ing to The Humane Society of the United dation will be formed which would focus on re- said Laura was sixteen and she had run away States, there are 11 underground dogfighting search on child care and development, as well so we should go home and wait by the phone publications. There are numerous above- as create educational materials to guide po- for her to call. ground cockfighting magazines, including The tential providers through the certification proc- The days turned into weeks, weeks into months, several trips to the police station Gamecock, The Feathered Warrior, and Grit & ess. and still no Laura. Seventeen months later, Steel that promote cockfights, rally It is late in the session but I urge my col- kids were riding dirt bikes on Calder Road cockfighters to defend the practice, and adver- leagues to consider the proposal and join me when they smelled a foul odor. They felt as tise and sell fighting birds and the in enacting it this year or in a future Congress. though it was a dead animal but walked over accoutrements of animal fighting. f to the area of the odor to see anyway. The Earlier this year, the House and Senate odor was not a dead animal; it was in fact passed legislation to close loopholes in Sec- IN HONOR OF TEXAS EQUUSEARCH the remains of a female who had been there tion 26 of the Animal Welfare Act and bar any MOUNTED SEARCH & RECOVERY approximately two months. The police were interstate shipment or exports of dogs or birds TEAM AND ITS FOUNDER, TIM- called out to investigate, and during the infor fighting. That was a much-needed and OTHY (TIM) A. MILLER vestigation stumbled across the remains of yet another female some sixty feet from the long-overdue action by the House, and I com- other. These remains of the other girl found mend the leadership provided on that legisla- HON. NICK LAMPSON were those of my daughter, Laura Miller. tion by Representatives EARL BLUMENAUER, OF TEXAS The remains of the other girl found there TOM TANCREDO, and COLLIN PETERSON. Sen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have not been identified to this day and still ators WAYNE ALLARD and TOM HARKIN led the is only known as Jane Doe. parallel effort in the other chamber. The legis- Friday, July 26, 2002 These were by far the most frustrating and lation was designed to help the states enforce Mr. LAMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lonely seventeen months of my life and there their laws and provide a strong federal state- was some feeling of relief when Laura was honor Tim Miller and the Texas EquuSearch found, at least now we know. I often think of ment and statute against dogfighting, and Mounted Search and Recovery Team (TES). what would have changed back in 1984 when cockfighting. In states where cockfighting is il- Since Tim had horses of his own, and given Laura disappeared, if there had been a Texas legal, cockfighters had been using the loop- a rash of missing persons in his area, many EquuSearch. Would Laura have been found hole in federal law as a smokescreen to con- people suggested that he should start a horse alive? Probably not, but she would have been ceal their animal fighting activities; they

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.055 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1428 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 claimed that they were merely raising and forts and are also original cosponsors of the EQUITY IN EDUCATION ACT possessing birds to sell to legal cockfighting bill. Egmont Key’s cultural history dates back states and countries, when in reality they were to 1830’s, as a matter of fact the construction HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG often engaging in illegal fights in their own of Fort Dade in 1882 was to protect the city OF MICHIGAN states. It makes enforcement of state laws of Tampa during the outbreak of the Spanish- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES against cockfighting very difficult. American War. Egmont Key even served as a During consideration earlier in this Congress site for the Union navy to operate their Gulf Friday, July 26, 2002 of the Farm bills, the House and Senate Coast blockade in the Civil War. Area resi- Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, today I passed identical versions of legislation to dents, including my family and I, have enjoyed urge my colleagues to support H.R. 2041, close the loopholes in the law. Unfortunately, Egmont Key’s historical and recreational bene- ‘‘The Equity in Education Act of 2001.’’ the conferees removed a provision, identical in fits for years, and the local support for con- The rising cost of higher education is one of both bills, to increase jail time for individuals veying the ownership of this island to the Flor- the major concerns facing American families who violate any provision of Section 26 of the ida State Park Service is strong. today. In recent years the cost of college has Animal Welfare Act. The House and Senate The bill will convey the title of Egmont Key, gone through the roof. Making college afford- increased the maximum jail time from one a small island, which is approximately 350 able is vital to our children, our country’s fu- year to two years, seeking to make this illegal acres, to the Florida State Park Service. This ture, and our ability to remain competitive in a animal fighting a federal felony. bill will not only improve the management of global economy. U.S. Attorneys have told humane organiza- the public facilities, historical remains and I introduced the Equity in Education Act to tions and others that they are reluctant to pur- wildlife habitat on the island, but also save the help families save to send their children to col- sue animal fighting cases with such a modest federal government money in the long term by lege. It would allow individuals to use invest- penalty. They will be far more likely to pursue removing it from federal responsibility. ments in securities to pay for higher education cases if it is a felony offense. Transfer of this property to the State of Flor- expenses without being penalized by the tax My legislation today seeks to restore what ida will prove to be highly beneficial to its visi- code. the House and Senate originally passed in tors. Providing more efficient facilities and an The Equity in Education Act would provide terms of penalties. The adoption of this provi- all around atmosphere of family interaction. families with a viable way to secure a good sion will bring federal law in better alignment Egmont Key serves as a habitat for numerous education for their children. By supporting this with state laws. As I mentioned previously, 46 species of birds, and its white sandy beaches bill, Congress has the opportunity to ensure states have either dogfighting or cockfighting are valuable to the lives of many turtles, ani- that the cost of receiving a higher education felony provisions. It is fitting and appropriate mals, and plants. The State of Florida’s own- does not go beyond the reach of many Ameri- that the federal government treat dogfighting ership of this picturesque island would im- cans. and cockfighting as felony offenses. It is well prove the quality of life for its inhabitants and I encourage my colleagues to cosponsor known that these forms of animal cruelty are the quality of enjoyment for its enthusiasts. H.R. 2041. often associated with drug traffic, illegal fire- Mr. Speaker, due to the limited amount of f arms possession, violence to people, and ille- time left in the 107th Congress and my pend- gal gambling. In short, other criminal conduct ing retirement this year, it is my hope that this AN ACCURATE HISTORY OF goes hand in hand with animal fighting. bill will move quickly through the legislative CYPRUS My legislation also bans the interstate ship- process. I strongly believe that Egmont Key is ment of deadly knives and gaffs, which are the best operated through the ownership of the HON. DAN BURTON implements attached to the birds’ legs to Florida State Park Service, therefore I am re- OF INDIANA heighten the bloodletting and expedite the questing my colleagues join me today in co- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES conclusion of fights. These knives and gaffs sponsoring this legislation. Egmont Key is a are sold through cockfighting magazines and valuable resource to our area, and ownership Friday, July 26, 2002 through the Internet, and it is time that this by the State of Florida would simply provide Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, re- traffic in these deadly implements is halted. A the desired access to the community while cently several Members of Congress came to number of states have prohibitions on the sale also maintaining the ecosystem. the House floor to attack Turkey and enu- of these implements, but it is time to adopt a f merate all the bad things that have happened national standard. to Cyprus as a result of the 1974 Turkish Finally, this legislation improves and up- REMARKS ON SUSAN HIRSCHMAN intervention on Cyprus. As has happened in dates other enforcement language in the Ani- the past, only one-sided, inaccurate, and in- mal Welfare Act, provisions that were adopted HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN complete information was provided, which not more than a quarter century ago, on forfeiture OF FLORIDA only ignored the historical reasons for the divi- and disposition of animals seized by law en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sion of Cyprus, but also ignored the inter- forcement once they make arrests of individ- Friday, July 26, 2002 national laws that legitimized the Turkish inter- uals participating in illegal animal fights. vention. For the sake of historical accuracy, I I thank several colleagues for adding their Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise would like to insert in the RECORD an article names as original cosponsors, and hope that today, not to bid farewell, but to extend my authored by the Honorable Osman Ertug, the the committees of jurisdiction give this legisla- heartfelt wishes for a future of success and Representative of the Turkish Republic of tion proper and prompt attention and action. I happiness, to Susan Hirschmann. Northern Cyprus here in Washington, DC. I hope it can be passed before the 107th Con- Susan has served as the Chief of Staff to commend it to anyone who has a sincere de- gress completes its work. our Majority Whip, TOM DELAY, since 1997, sire to understand why Cyprus stands divided f managing the personal, district and Whip of- today. fices for our good friend from Texas. EGMONT KEY LAND TRANSFER Many of us have turned to her throughout IS IT ALL HISTORY? the years for her political acumen and superb The month of July is marked by mourning strategic skills. and protestations in Cyprus on the one side, HON. DAN MILLER while by jubilations and celebrations on the OF FLORIDA Since moving to Washington, D.C. in 1987, other. Even this sharp contrast in public IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she has been in the trenches promoting the mood shows the depth of the division be- Republican agenda—America’s agenda. tween the two peoples of this eastern Medi- Friday, July 26, 2002 She is more than a colleague. She is a terranean island—the Turkish Cypriots and Mr. DAN MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I friend. Greek Cypriots. We believe the 28tb Anniver- rise today to introduce legislation to convey While she is leaving the Hill, her passion sary of the events of 1974 in Cyprus is an ap- Egmont Key, which is currently under the juris- and commitment to priority issues will keep propriate time to reflect on the background diction of the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service to her nearby. of the conflict and the prospects for its peaceful resolution. the Florida State Park Service. I will surely miss the dinners we shared, as Contrary to common belief, the origin of Egmont Key is located at the mouth of well as the late-night discussions over Chi- the Cyprus conflict dates back not to 1974, Tampa Bay within the Congressional Districts nese food and fried chicken in the Whip’s of- but to December 1963, when the Greek Cyp- of Mr. BILL YOUNG, Mr. JIM DAVIS, and myself, fice. riots, aided and abetted by Greece, launched both of which are greatly supportive of my ef- Godspeed Susan! an all-out attack on the Turkish Cypriot

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.058 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1429 people aimed at annexing the island to mistrust between the two peoples of the is- INTRODUCING THE SMALL Greece (Enosis). land and the realities of today, that is the BUSINESS DROUGHT RELIEF ACT Turkish Cypriots resisted Greek attempts two-state situation on the island evolved in to ‘‘hellenize’’ Cyprus and, with the help of the course of time. The possibility of a just, Turkey, which is a Guarantor Power under realistic and viable settlement depends on the Treaty of Guarantee of 1960, succeeded in the acknowledgement of these facts, not a HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS defending and maintaining their existence in rejection of them. The Turkish Cypriots de- OF FLORIDA Cyprus as one of the two equal peoples of the serve to have their own State and, what is island. Yet, this defense came at a heavy more, they already have it, albeit without IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cost to the Turkish Cypriots, with thousands international recognition. of them being killed, wounded or missing; a The current face-to-face negotiations, Friday, July 26, 2002 quarter of the Turkish Cypriot population started at the initiative of the Turkish Cyp- evicted from their homes and properties in riot side, could produce the desired result if Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I 103 villages; and the entire Turkish Cypriot the Greek Cypriots were to accept the Turk- rise today to introduce the Small Business population condemned to live in enclaves on ish Cypriots as their true partners and Drought Relief Act. This legislation provides 3% of the territory of Cyprus deprived of all equals. However, pampered by the European small businesses who depend upon water human rights. The suffering of the Turkish Union and a world that has come to view the supply as a means of income with the oppor- Cypriots prompted a prominent US official, question largely from a Greek Cypriot per- Mr. George W. Ball, former US Undersecre- spective, treating them as the ‘‘Government tunity to qualify and apply for disaster assist- tary of State, to write the following in his of Cyprus’’, the Greek Cypriots have little or ance from the Small Business Administration memoirs entitled ‘‘The Past Has Another no reason to settle their scores with their when drought affects their ability to earn in- Pattern’’: Turkish Cypriot neighbors for a shared fu- come. It serves as a companion bill to a simi- ‘‘Makarios’ central interest was to block ture. In view of these realities, it is evident lar bill introduced in the Senate. off Turkish intervention so that he and his that for the current negotiations to have a Greek Cypriots could go on happily mas- real chance of success, third parties need to Under current law, small businesses whose sacring Turkish Cypriots. The Greek Cyp- encourage the Greek Cypriot side to accept income depreciates as a result of diminishing riots just want to be left alone to kill the that there is no going back to the old days in water supply are unable to even apply for SBA Turkish Cypriots.’’ Cyprus, and that the aim of the talks is the loans. Often these businesses are family- The severity of Greek Cypriot attacks was establishment of a NEW PARTNERSHIP on such that The Washington Post of 17 Feb- the basis of the sovereign equality of the two owned and family-run recreational or commer- ruary 1964 reported in a relevant article that parties. cial fishing firms. The majority of them are de- ‘‘Greek Cypriot fanatics appear (ed) bent on Perhaps we could then reach an outcome in pendent upon water resources, whether lakes, a policy of genocide. . .’’ Cyprus that all can celebrate. streams, or rivers, for the ability to operate The years-long campaign of the Greek Cyp- their businesses. When water levels drop to riots to annex the island to Greece cul- f minated in the coup d’etat of 15 July 1974, unbearable points, aside from the obvious which was described as ‘‘an invasion of Cy- IN RECOGNITION OF JOURNALIST water supply issues, boats are unable to make prus by Greece’’ even by the then Greek Cyp- JESSICA LEE it into lakes and rivers, commercial fishing riot leader Makarios in his dramatic admis- ceases to exist, and businesses often lay off sion before the UN Security Council on 19 workers and close their doors for good. July 1974. HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON Turkey exercised its right of intervention OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA I became interested in drought relief last under these circumstances, in order to pre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES summer when Florida found itself in the most vent the wholesale massacre of the Turkish Friday, July 26, 2002 prolonged drought it had seen in nearly 20 Cypriots; stop the bloodshed on the island years. The water level in Lake Okeechobee, and prevent the colonization of Cyprus by Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- Greece. Turkey’s legitimate and justified nize Jessica Lee for her efforts and success in our country’s 2nd largest fresh water lake, and intervention did not only achieve all these the field of journalism. Jessica Lee has had a located in my District, had decreased by near- aims, but also led to the downfall of the mili- long and illustrious career as a journalist. She ly 25 percent. tary junta in Greece. The legitimacy of the Turkish intervention was confirmed by was one of the first African American women Not only did the water shortage in the lake prominent outside sources, including the to cover the White House for a major daily cause problems for agriculture and water man- Standing Committee of the Consultative As- newspaper, and she was one of the first jour- agement, but it also destroyed the economic sembly of the Council of Europe, which, in nalists to give a voice in print to those not nor- well being of small businesses around the its decision dated 29 July 1974, stated the fol- mally covered in many daily newspapers. Lake who depend on it for income. Realize lowing: She has traveled all over the world as a this too, the clear majority of these businesses ‘‘Turkey exercised its right of intervention White House correspondent for USA Today: are owned by minorities or families who strug- in accordance with Article IV of the Guar- from China to Russia, Europe and to South antee Treaty.’’ gle every day just to get by. Even the Athens Court of Appeal, in its de- Africa where she covered the election of Nel- son Mandela. She has witnessed many major As I began to try and help the towns and cision of March 21, 1979, also held that the businesses surrounding the Lake in locating intervention of Turkey in Cyprus was legal: current events and written about them in what ‘‘. . . The Turkish military intervention in has often been called the ‘‘first draft’’ of his- temporary assistance, even if it was only low Cyprus which was carried out in accordance tory. interest loans, I found that unless a firm was with the Zurich and London Agreements was Jessica joined USA Today in 1985 as a involved in agriculture, assistance is virtually legal. Turkey, as one of the Guarantor pow- congressional correspondent. She was as- impossible. When it is possible, the bureau- ers, had the right to fulfill her obligations. signed to the White House in 1986 at the cratic red tape applicants must cut through are The real culprits...are the Greek Officers so discouraging that they don’t even try. who engineered and staged a coup and pre- height of the Iran-contra scandal, reporting on pared the conditions of this intervention.’’ President Reagan’s final two years and Presi- The issue at hand, Mr. Speaker, is that Decision No. 2658/79 dated 21 March 1979. dent Bush’s full term in office. droughts are major natural disasters. The Staf- The events of 1974 were followed by a popu- Jessica, a fluent Spanish speaker, has ford Act says it is, as well as the U.S. Depart- lation exchange between the North and the worked for Gannett Co., Inc., since 1978, ments of Agriculture, Commerce, and Defense South, formally agreed between the two when she was hired at the El Paso Times in sides in August and implemented in Sep- also say it is. Congress said it as recently as tember 1975, enabling the Turkish Cypriots Texas. She worked five years as a regional 1998. But for some reason, the Small Busi- to regroup and reorganize themselves in the and congressional correspondent with Gannett ness Act does not include drought in its defini- North, and the Greek Cypriots in the South. News Service. tion of disaster. Frankly, this oversight is a dis- This created the geographical basis for a per- Jessica got her first taste of journalism at aster of its own. manent settlement of the Cyprus issue on a high school in Washington, D.C., where she ‘‘bi-zonal’’ basis—a term that has since be- grew up. She began her career with the Daily Today, Mr. Speaker, I am introducing a bill come a permanent feature of the UN’s Cy- Journal, an English-language daily published which will reconcile the oversight made by our prus vocabulary. body’s predecessors and ensure that busi- Is this all history? Perhaps; but it is a his- in Caracas, Venezuela. She is a graduate of tory from which we must learn so as not to Western College for Women. nesses who suffer from drought will live to see repeat it. A forward-looking strategy in Cy- Due to her courage and tenacity as a trail- another day. I urge my colleagues to support prus must necessarily take into account the blazer, she will remain a role model for many this bill, and I urge the leadership to bring it above background of events, the existing women now joining the ranks of journalists. swiftly to the floor for a vote.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.062 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1430 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 RECOGNIZING HALIE JACOBS FOR Crystal, were driving on Rowesville Road to plans to present Halie with a ‘‘911 Hero HER BRAVERY AND HEROISM their Normandy home. It was close to mid- Award’’ within the next few days. night, and, like most persons of any age, Halie was afraid. Unlike many, Halie took f HON. VAN HILLEARY matters into her hands. RECOGNIZING THE ANNIVERSARY OF TENNESSEE ‘‘I stayed with Mama until I couldn’t talk OF THE INDEPENDENCE OF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to her. [Then] I jumped into the back seat, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO opened the door and got out,’’ the petite sec- Friday, July 26, 2002 ond-grader said, explaining if she’d tried to Mr. HILLEARY. Mr. Speaker, I pay tribute exit on her side she’d have been in the creek. HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL today to a brave little girl who lives in Nor- Not knowing whether her mother was dead OF NEW YORK mandy, Tennessee, a small town in the con- or alive, Halie started home. In spite of a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sprained ankle and bare feet, the youngster gressional district I represent. Halie Jacobs is ran and walked 2.1 miles from the accident Friday, July 26, 2002 only seven years-old. Yet, when her mother’s to her grandparents’ home. She turned the Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to life was in danger, Halie braved darkness, wrong way initially, walking about .3 miles recognize the Republic of Trinidad and To- angry dogs and a broken foot to walk two to Highway 41-A, then reversed her path, ran bago on its celebration of the 40th anniversary miles to get help for her injured mother. past the car with her mother inside down of its Independence. On July 10th, around midnight, Halie and Normandy Road to Dement Road and the I will spend a brief moment describing the family trailer. her mother Crystal were on their way home, beginnings of the Republic of Trinidad and To- driving through fog and misting rain down the The youngster passed only one house. The light was on but she didn’t know the people bago and describe its ties with the U.S. kind of narrow, twisting country road that is so and was afraid to stop. As she ran down the Trinidad was settled by the Spanish a cen- common in rural Tennessee. Their car middle of unlighted, tree-shrouded roads, she tury after Columbus landed there. The original hydroplaned into a ditch, leaving Halie’s moth- was chased by two dogs. ‘‘Then I walked so inhabitants—Arawak and Carib Indians—were er severely hurt and Halie with a cracked bone they wouldn’t come after me,’’ she said. And, largely wiped out by the Spanish colonizers, in her foot. Halie stayed by her mother’s side finally, she reached home. and the survivors were gradually assimilated. until, according to Halie, ‘‘I couldn’t talk to ‘‘I was on the phone with her dad when Although it attracted French, free Black, and Halie came in covered with blood,’’ her her.’’ other non-Spanish settlers, Trinidad remained Not knowing for sure if her mother was liv- grandmother, Teressia Jacobs, said. ‘‘She told me, ‘Me and Mama had a wreck at the under Spanish rule until the British captured it ing or dead, Halie did something uncommonly end of the road. I talked to her until she in 1797. During the colonial period, Trinidad’s brave for a seven year-old. In spite of her own could talk no more.’’’ economy relied on large sugar and cocoa injury, she set out on a pitch-black, lonely road Only after reaching home, having family’s plantations. toward home and help for her mother. arms around her and knowing they were get- Tobago’s development was similar to other Halie found her way home, got help and ting help for her mama did Halie cry. plantation islands in the Lesser Antilles and showed them the way to her mother. Teressia called 911 and then drove to the quite different from Trinidad’s. The smaller is- scene, taking a reluctant Halie with her to I am happy to report Crystal is regaining her land of the pair, Tobago became known first health. She still has a long way to go, but be- be sure she found the car. ‘‘I didn’t want to look in case it was too as Tavaco, then Tabagua, then as Tobago. cause of her daughter’s heroism, Crystal is on bad,’’ Halie said, tearing up when she re- This was the name given by its tribal people her way to recovery. membered her fear that her mother had been who used a long stemmed pipe in which they I know Crystal is proud of her extraordinary killed. smoked a herb called Vcohiba, known today daughter. All of us in the Fourth Congressional At a little more than 50 pounds and about as tobacco. District are. Bedford County, Halie’s home 3 feet 9 inches tall, the blond-haired, blue- During the colonial period, French, Dutch, county, awarded her its first ‘‘911 Hero Award’’ eyed rising second-grader at Cascade School and British forces fought over possession of seems an unlikely candidate to be a hero. for making the right call. Tobago, and the island changed hands 22 Though I haven’t met Halie myself, the The angel pin she now wears expresses her mother’s emotions. times—more often than any other West Indian Tullahoma News, one of the local newspapers When EMS workers arrived, they found island. Tobago was finally ceded to Great Brit- at the award ceremony noted Halie ‘‘handled Crystal on the passenger side of her 1995 Nis- ain in 1814. Trinidad and Tobago were incor- the attention and barrage of questions from san Sentra in which both air bags had de- porated into a single colony in 1888. television and newspaper reporters with quiet ployed. Neither Crystal nor Halie, who was If Trinidad was a sugar economy in the 19th maturity.’’ The article went on to state, ‘‘It was beside her in the front seat, were wearing Century it became an oil economy in the 20th. the same maturity she exhibited two weeks seat belts. With the advent of the automobile and the ‘‘It was rainy and foggy and I think I ago when she walked barefoot more than two conversion of the British Navy from coal to oil miles, in the middle of the night, to get help for hydroplaned,’’ Crystal said. According to State Trooper Rhett Campbell, the newest the search for and the production of oil re- her injured mother.’’ officer serving this district, the car had gone ceived a strong boost. Mr. Speaker, being in a car accident, seeing off the road, down alongside Shipman’s Oil was discovered in the Guayguaygare, your mother gravely injured and then watching Creek and came to rest on top of a pile of Point Fortin, and Forest Reserve areas in Trin- her pass out would be highly traumatic for dirt. idad. Over time oil and oil related exports anyone, let alone a seven year-old. Yet Halie How did Crystal get across the console? ‘‘I came to dominate the economy and trans- Jacobs kept her wits and did what she knew don’t know. I knew Halie was in the car and formed much of populace from a rural to an she had to do. I commend Halie for her un- suppose I tried to protect her. When I re- urban one. common courage and I wish her mother Crys- gained consciousness, I was on the passenger side.’’ Besides oil, another important event was the tal well as she recovers from her injuries. ‘‘God and Granny were with her that establishment of U.S. bases on the island in For the record, I include an account of night,’’ Teressia said of the child’s other 1941. This was agreed to in exchange for 50 Halie’s heroism that appeared in Bedford grandmother who had died this spring. destroyers which at the time was sorely need- County’s newspaper, the Shelbyville Times Crystal was taken by ambulance to Bed- ed by an overstretched Britain. These bases Gazette. ford County Medical Center. It was too foggy included a large chunk of the Chaguramas Pe- for LifeFlight so the ambulance took her on ninsular as well as an air base at Wallerfield. A BRAVE LITTLE GIRL: HALIE JACOBS, 7, to Vanderbilt University Medical Center in DEFIES DARK DOGS TO HELP OM The G.I.s injected American culture and , M Nashville where she was treated. She was (By Ann Bullard) discharged until the facial swelling was re- money into a stagnant economy and shifted Imagine riding down a narrow, dark coun- duced, then was admitted to Vanderbilt this the focus of country from Britain to the U.S. try road in the mist and fog when the car morning for reconstruction of both sinus More important, U.S. Marines helped construct runs off the road and noses down into a cavities and her cheek. numerous roads including the important North- ditch. You’re the passenger in the front seat; As for Halie, she is pretty matter-of-fact ern Coast Road which still is functional today. the driver has fallen to your side and is about it all. She is looking forward to enter- In the 1950s, the British sponsored the bleeding heavily. You have no flashlight, no ing Cascade School in the fall, and spends West Indies Federation as a potential post-co- cell phone. You talk with the driver, your her vacation swimming, watching Rug Rats lonial model, in the belief that most of the Car- mama, until she can’t talk with you any and Sponge Ball cartoons and playing on the longer. computer. ibbean islands would be unable to survive po- And you’re only 7 years old. To adults around her, the 7-year-old is a litically or economically on their own. The Car- That was the situation Halie Jacobs faced hero. Cathy Mathis, head of the Bedford ibbean peoples thought otherwise and the last Wednesday night, as she and her mother, County Communications Center and E-911, Federation collapsed in the early 1960s.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.065 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1431 In Trinidad and Tobago a movement was IN HONOR OF AMBASSADOR F. RECOGNIZING THE MAGNIFICENT being born in the 1950s. After receiving his HAYDEN WILLIAMS WORK OF DR. PAUL PHILLIPS Ph.D. and serving as assistant professor at COOKE Howard University, Eric Williams returned to Trinidad and Tobago and formed the People’s HON. NANCY PELOSI HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON National Movement (PNM), a political party of OF CALIFORNIA OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA which he became the leader. In September of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1956, the PNM won the national elections and Friday, July 26, 2002 he became the chief minister of the country Friday, July 26, 2002 from 1956 to 1959, premier from 1959 to Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, Today, in the 1962, and prime minister from 1962 to 1981. Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to CONGRESSIONAL RECORD on behalf of the citi- During his term as prime minister, Williams led recognize and pay tribute to Ambassador F. zens of the District of Columbia and the Trinidad and Tobago into full independence Hayden Williams, a great American whose dis- Washington, DC Alumni Chapter of Kappa within the Commonwealth in 1962. Eric Wil- tinguished service and leadership has been in- Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., I recognize Dr. Paul liams is considered the father of Trinidad and strumental in the creation of a World War II Phillips Cooke for his efforts and successes in the field of education. Tobago. He died in office on March 29, 1981. memorial on the National Mall in Washington, D.C. I count it a privilege to acknowledge Dr. After its 1962 independence, Trinidad joined Cooke’s dedicated service to the District of the United Nations and the Commonwealth. In Ambassador Williams has devoted a lifetime Columbia and our nation. The citizens of 1967, it became the first Commonwealth coun- to public service. Through his time in the Navy Washington, DC have been privileged to have try to join the Organization of American States Reserve during World War II, his work in the a leader like him in the vanguard promoting (OAS). Kennedy and Eisenhower administrations, and the advancement of our great city. With a con- Trinidad and Tobago and the U.S. enjoy his tenure as an Ambassador to Micronesia, gratulatory letter, I recently joined the Kappas cordial relations. U.S. interests focus on in- Ambassador Williams has made important at a Tribute to Dr. Paul Phillips Cooke, and noted his commitment to the enhancement of vestment and trade, and on enhancing contributions to our government over more education in the District of Columbia. Trinidad’s political and social stability and than fifty years. He has served with distinction Dr. Cooke was born on June 29, 1917, in positive regional role through assistance in on numerous boards and committees and in New York City. His father and mother were drug interdiction and legal affairs. A U.S. em- advisory capacities on defense and inter- born in Washington, DC, as well as his pater- bassy was established in Port of Spain in national affairs. nal grandfather and great grandmother. He at- 1962, replacing the former consulate general. Ambassador Williams’ connection to San tended public schools of the District of Colum- Today, the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago Francisco and the Bay Area began as an un- bia from 1st grade through high school. Dr. remains a stable government with close ties dergraduate at the University of California at Cooke received his Bachelor’s degree (cum and a working relationship to the United Berkeley, where he studied Political Science laude) in English, from Miner Teachers Col- States. and History. He has since given much to the lege, Master’s degrees from New York Univer- Evidence of government stability is rep- Bay Area, as an exemplary citizen, as a Trust- sity, and the Catholic University of America, and his Doctorate in Education from Columbia resented in the fact that U.S. investment in ee of U.C., Berkeley, and as a Commissioner University. He served as Professor of English Trinidad and Tobago exceeds one and one- of the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco. quarter billion dollars. In addition, Trinidad and from 1954 to 1974, at the District of Columbia Tobago is becoming the leading importer of Ambassador Williams’ effort to build a World Teachers College and as its President from liquefied natural gas to the U.S. It also is ac- War II memorial is his most recent contribution 1966 to 1974. He received from the University tive in the U.S.-initiated Summit of the Amer- to public life. He served as a Commissioner of of the District of Columbia the Doctor of Laws degree honoris causa in 1986. icas process and fully supports the establish- the American Battle Monuments Commission During his distinguished educational jour- ment of the Free Trade Area of the Americas. from 1994 until 2001 and was named Chair- man of the National World War II Memorial ney, Dr. Cooke also was a teacher of English This has made Trinidad and Tobago one of Committee. He directed the selection of the at Brown Junior High School, and at Phelps the most prosperous islands in the Caribbean. Memorial’s site on the Mall and coordinated all Vocational School, on the faculty in English at Miner Teachers College, and a lecturer at With a population of 1.2 million people and aspects of the Memorial’s design. He worked Trinity and Gallaudet Colleges, and Howard, the size of the state of Delaware, Trinidad and closely with Representative MARCY KAPTUR Tobago maintains strong relations with its Car- American, George Washington, and George- and others in the United States Congress to town Universities. ibbean neighbors as well. As the most indus- garner legislative support for the Memorial. trialized and second-largest country in the A scholar, author of more than 200 publica- English-speaking Caribbean, Trinidad and To- Ambassador Williams helped shape the pur- tions and papers, lecturer, historian, and international statesman, Dr. Cooke has won the bago has taken a leading role in the Carib- pose of the Memorial. He wanted it to honor admiration and respect of his colleagues, as- bean Community and Common Market and express the Nation’s enduring gratitude to all American men and women who served in sociates, and friends for his many years of (CARICOM), and strongly supports CARICOM dedicated service. He has been a member of economic integration efforts. the United States Armed Forces during WWII, those who gave their lives in battle, those Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., since 1935, The two countries also share its people and and is the recipient of the Laurel Wreath, the missing in action, and those who survived. He culture. There are large numbers of U.S. citi- Fraternity’s highest award. made sure that the Memorial would convey a zens and permanent residents of Trinidadian Dr. Cooke served as Deputy Council Mem- origin living in the United States. These indi- sense of remembrance and national pride in ber of the World Veterans Federation, Con- viduals keep strong cultural ties to their coun- the fortitude, valor, and sacrifice of our armed sultant to the World Peace Through Law Con- try of origin. About 20,000 U.S. citizens visit forces. He envisioned a Memorial that would ferences and as Chairman of the International Trinidad and Tobago on vacation or for busi- acknowledge and honor the nation at large, Affairs Commission, American Veterans Com- ness every year, and over 2,700 American citi- the vigorous, spirited commitment of the mittee and is a member of the Washington, zens are residents. In addition, Trinidad like American people to the war effort, and the D.C. Hall of Fame. His past and current mem- carnivals are held in numerous cities across vital contribution of the home front to Amer- berships also include the Girard Street Block the U.S. with a major celebration occurring in ica’s victory in WWII. Association, the Shrine of the Sacred Heart R.C. Church, the Washington Torch Club, the Brooklyn every Labor Day. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I Catholic Interracial Council of the District of The republic of Trinidad and Tobago is mov- ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Am- Columbia, the Washington City Breakfast ing confidently forward in the 21st Century. As bassador F. Hayden Williams. I join with his Group, the Cosmos Club, and the NAACP. they celebrate their 40th anniversary let us family and friends in recognizing his service For more than 50 years, ‘‘Corporal’’ Cooke, give recognition to a nation that has realized and dedication to ensuring that the country who served in the US Army Air Corps, has its potential by fostering both economic and honors those who fought so valiantly in World been a member of the American Veterans social growth. War II. Committee.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.067 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1432 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Since 1940, Dr. Cooke has been married to lar to Florida’s Barry Grungow Act, the Teach- Submarine (NSSN) Programs, as well as the the former Rose M. Clifford. Their four children er Victims’ Assistance Act places teachers, Navy’s ASW Weapon and Surface Ship ASW have earned six college degrees. school administrators, school employees and System Programs. Because of his efforts, The achievements of Dr. Paul Phillips school volunteers in the same high-risk cat- NUWC Division, Newport’s warfare analysis Cooke serve as an inspiration for us all as we egory in which we currently place many of capabilities have been widely praised at all work to expand educational opportunities in country’s most important role models. levels within the Department of the Navy and the nation’s capital. It is important that he be My bill provides the spouses and children of Department of Defense. praised by the community at large. As the educators who are killed as a result of school Over the years, Mr. Keil has received nu- Congresswoman for the District of Columbia, I violence with the following death benefits: a merous achievement awards including the Ex- applaud Dr. Cooke’s commitment to step into one-time death benefit of $75,000, $1,500 to cellence in Management Award an the Navy the breach and provide opportunities, options be used to assist with any funeral expenses, Meritorious Civilian Service Award in 1979. In and hope, and give my best wishes for contin- $900 per month in living assistance to the vic- 1987, he received the Bronze Medal from the ued success in his important work. tims’ surviving spouse, $225 per month in liv- American Defense Preparedness Association f ing assistance to each dependent of the victim for his expertise in naval warfare analysis and until the age of 18, $7,500 per year, for up to his outstanding contributions to ASW. In June INTRODUCING THE TEACHER VIC- five years, for each dependent to be used to 1991, he received a Special Act Award for his TIMS’ FAMILY ASSISTANCE ACT pay for college or other forms of higher edu- technical leadership of Congressional man- OF 2002 cation before the age of 25, opportunity to en- dated study of the Navy’s ASNA Weapons In- roll in the Medicare health benefits program, vestment Alternatives, and the Decibel Award HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS and exempts the family members from having from NUWC in recognition of his development OF FLORIDA to pay any accumulated income tax by the vic- of a premier warfare analysis organization and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tim as a result of school employment. for his nurturing an environment of excellence Friday, July 26, 2002 Mr. Speaker, never before has Congress in all the technical disciplines related to under- made the historic statement that we need to water warfare analysis. In 1999, he was the Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, a compensate the families of educators who are recipient of the Department of Navy Superior recent study conducted by the National School victims of school violence. Many of us under- Civilian Service Award. He was also selected Safety Center on School Associated Violent stand that violence in our schools is virtually as the recipient of the Society of Women Engi- Deaths notes that between 1992 and 2001, 33 impossible to eliminate completely. However, it neers’ 1999 Rodney D. Chipp Award for fos- teachers, school administrators, school em- is possible for Congress to ensure every edu- tering a positive working environment for ployees, or volunteers, have been fatal victims cator in the country that if another school women engineers and scientists, and as the of school violence. This means that during that shooting such as those which occurred at recipient of the 1999 Rhode Island Federal nine-year period, teacher, school administrator Lake Worth High School, the future of edu- Executive Council’s Bud Gifford Leadership or some other school employee in America cators’ families shall never be in jeopardy. Award. Additionally, the National Defense In- was killed while performing the duties of his or The Teacher Victims’ Family Assistance Act dustrial Association named Mr. Keil the winner her job every fourteen weeks. of 2002 makes such a commitment, and I urge of the 1999 VADM Charles B. Martell/David A similar study done by the U.S. Depart- my colleagues to pass it immediately. Bushnell Award in recognition of his extraor- ment of Justice stated that teachers, school f dinary leadership in undersea warfare re- administrators and other school employees ac- search, development, test and evaluation counted for nearly 10 percent of all fatalities IN HONOR OF JUERGEN G. KEIL (RDT&E) and acquisition reform. Most re- from school violence on campuses nationwide. cently, in 2000, Mr. Keil received the pres- Even more disturbing is that the majority of HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY tigious Meritorious Executive Presidential faculty fatalities occurred when a school em- OF RHODE ISLAND Rank Award in recognition of his sustained ac- ployee attempted to stop a fight or some type IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES complishments, results-oriented leadership, of disagreement between students or other Friday, July 26, 2002 and relentless commitment to public service. faculty members. In trying to stop school vio- Mr. Speaker, Mr. Keil has been a well re- lence, these school employees became vic- Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- spected and hard working public servant, as tims of school violence themselves. er, I rise today to honor Mr. Juergen G. Keil. well as a patriot. I am honored to recognize On May 26, 2000, my district was struck Mr. Keil has recently retired as the Executive his long and highly accomplished career and with horror when a thirteen year old student Director of the Naval Undersea Warfare Cen- his important work as the Executive Director of walked into Lake Worth Middle School and ter (NUWC) Division, Newport, Rhode Island the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division shot and killed his teacher, Mr. Barry after 36 years of dedicated leadership and Newport, Rhode Island. In time-honored naval Grungow. While this tragic event once again outstanding service. He was responsible for tradition, I wish Mr. Juergen G. Keil ‘‘Fair raised the important issues of school safety, the overall planning and direction of the sci- Winds and Following Seas’’ as he enters into gun control, and the minimum age at which a entific and technical activities related to the retirement. child can be tried as an adult, to the Grungow U.S. Navy’s undersea warfare systems. He led f family, the tragic death of Barry Grungow has the Division in the development of innovative meant much more. concepts and approaches to address the chal- CELEBRATING 12TH ANNIVERSARY In addition to the painful loss of a father and lenges posed by the post-Cold War undersea OF AMERICANS WITH DISABIL- husband, Barry Grungow’s death had a long- warfare and budget environment. Through Mr. ITIES ACT term effect on the entire Grungow family. Bar- Keil’s leadership, Division Newport has been ry’s death meant that, within six months, the transformed into an organization widely re- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL entire Grungow family would find themselves garded as the model of government reinven- OF NEW YORK without health care coverage; Barry’s death tion, process improvement, and strategic plan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meant that the Grungow family would incur ning. added and unexpected expenses; and, ulti- Mr. Keil, a graduate of Brown University Friday, July 26, 2002 mately, Barry’s death means one less income with a degree in Physics, has also served on Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- that can be used to support Pam Grungow the staff of Commander, Antisubmarine War- leagues in celebrating the 12th anniversary of and her two children in the years to come. fare (ASW) Forces, U.S. Pacific Fleet and as the Americans with Disabilities Act. Signed on In Spring 2001, the Florida State Legislature Head of the Undersea Warfare Analysis De- July 26,1990, the nation took its first step to passed and the Governor signed the Barry partment responsible for the formulation and incorporate the disabled community back into Grungow Act, a measure that provided death conduct of a broad-based analysis program mainstream America. Armed with 21st century benefits to the spouses and children of victims that assessed the effectiveness of submarines technology and a warmhearted community, of school violence. Today, I come to the floor and surface ships in countering undersea these Americans are able to interact smoothly of the House of Representatives to say that it threats as well as submarine warfare effective- with friends, family and coworkers in factories, is time for Congress to follow Florida’s lead ness across the full spectrum of their mis- office buildings, sports facilities, parks and and pass a similar measure. sions. These were instrumental in support of even on the Internet. This Act has tapped into Mr. Speaker, I rise today to introduce the the Los Angeles Class SSN 688 Improvement, the full potential of individuals who were often Teacher Victims’ Assistance Act of 2002. Simi- the SEAWOLF (SSN 21) and the New Attack excluded from the rest of the world.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.069 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1433 The ADA has opened amazing doors for all ONE MORE REASON WHY RELI- abstinence-until-marriage programs are un- people. Buildings, sidewalks and public trans- GIOUS IDEOLOGY SHOULD NOT realistic and put young people in danger of DRIVE PUBLIC POLICY unwanted pregnancy and sexually transportation have become more accessible, al- mitted diseases. lowing for ease in conducting everyday busi- Abstinence-only ‘‘is not a public health ness. The use of screen-readers and voice- HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK program,’’ said James Wagoner, president of recognition software has brought the once un- OF CALIFORNIA Advocates for Youth, which lobbies for known world of the Internet to all computer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES broad-based sex education. ‘‘This is either ideology or religious instruction trying to users. No longer will people with impaired vi- Friday, July 26, 2002 pass itself off as public health.’’ sion or dexterity be limited to the available re- Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, As critics pre- The most recent, detailed analyses have sources. The ADA has given employees with dicted, Bush’s goal to make faith-based institu- concluded ‘‘the jury is still out’’ when it disabilities access to the tools they need to tions the primary delivers of social services comes to teaching abstinence, said health re- has led to them promoting their religious be- searcher Douglas Kirby. perform their job. Technological advances Wagoner called on policymakers to con- have been fully integrated into the workplace liefs with government money. Today, the duct audits of the abstinence programs simi- and I believe society is ready for the work-at- Washington Post reported that a Louisiana lar to the current federal investigation of home employee. federal judge ruled that the state illegally used other types of sex education and HIV preven- federal money to promote religion in its absti- tion programs. As a member of the Bicameral Disabilities nence-only sex education programs. Bill Pierce, spokesman for the Department Caucus, I am a strong proponent for continued How many more examples do we need be- of Health and Human Services, said the ad- efforts to break down further barriers pre- fore Bush abandons this failed social policy? ministration ‘‘remains deeply committed’’ to venting our disabled community from living both abstinence-only programs and faith- JUDGE ORDERS CHANGES IN ABSTINENCE based initiatives. healthy, productive lives. With one in five PROGRAM Weiss and Wagoner said that the misuse of Americans suffering from a debilitating ail- (By Ceci Connolly) abstinence money went beyond Louisiana ment, we have a better understanding for the A federal judge in Louisiana ruled yester- and that they had begun to collect evidence need to continue supporting both legislation day that the state illegally used federal of other instances of proselytizing. Many and technology for tomorrow’s generation. money to promote religion in its abstinence- have close ties to the anti-abortion move- only sex education programs, a decision that ment, they said. Mr. Speaker, the Americans with Disabilities could jeopardize President Bush’s ambitions Three weeks ago, HHS awarded $27 million Act had the same impact on disabled Ameri- for expanding the effort nationwide. in new abstinence grants to numerous orga- cans in the 1990s as did the Civil Rights Act U.S. District Judge G. Thomas Porteous nizations with religious affiliations. Weiss Jr. ordered the state to stop giving money to acknowledged that it is constitutional to had on African Americans back in the 1960s. individuals or organizations that ‘‘convey re- funnel tax money to religious groups as long I believe that the will of the people have spo- ligious messages or otherwise advance, reli- as the money is used for secular purposes. ken declaring not to discriminate against any gion’’ with tax dollars. He said there was During a court hearing last month, Dan person. With these pieces of legislation side- ample evidence that many of the groups par- Richey, head of the Louisiana program, testified that the state had stopped subsidizing by-side on the same pedestal, we can observe ticipating in the Governor’s Program on Ab- stinence were ‘‘furthering religious objec- religious activities or overwhelmingly reli- our constantly changing, and more accepting, tives.’’ gious groups. country and truly say that we are proud to be Using government money to distribute Bi- Porteous acknowledged the changes but Americans. bles, stage prayer rallies outside clinics that added, ‘‘The Court does, however, feel the provide abortions and perform skits with need to install legal safeguards to ensure the characters that preach Christianity violate GPA [Governor’s Program on Abstinence] f the Constitution’s separation of church and does not fund ‘pervasively sectarian’ institu- state, he ruled. tions in the future. ON THE PASSING OF NOLAN One group in its monthly report talked HANCOCK about using the Christmas message of Mary f as a prime example of the virtue of absti- TRIBUTE TO NELLIE M. MCKAY nence. HON. GEORGE MILLER ‘‘December was an excellent month for our program,’’ the Rapides Station Community HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO OF CALIFORNIA Ministries said in a report quoted by the OF NEW YORK court. ‘‘We were able to focus on the virgin IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES birth and make it apparent that God’s desire Friday, July 26, 2002 Friday, July 26, 2002 [sic] sexual purity as a way of life.’’ Gov. Mike Foster (R) expressed dismay Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. over the decision and said he would review the state’s legal options. pay tribute to a wonderful community activist Speaker, sadly I wish to bring to the attention ‘‘It’s a sad day when such a worthwhile and dedicated humanitarian. Mrs. Nellie M. of my colleagues the passing of Nolan Han- program is attacked by the very people who McKay will turn 73 years old on July 27th and cock. Many of us have known Mr. Hancock as are supposed to protect the interests of the her birthday is cause for great celebration. the former Legislative Director of the Oil, citizens of Louisiana,’’ he said. Nellie was born in 1929 to two hard-working The suit, filed in May by the American Chemical, and Atomic Workers International parents, Polly and Alex Brown. She grew up Civil Liberties Union, was the first legal with ten brothers and sisters and learned the Union. Mr. Hancock died this week of a heart challenge to abstinence-only programs cre- attack in West Valley City, Utah. He is sur- ated under the 1996 welfare reform legisla- importance of sharing and support at a young vived by his wife, Barbara, four children, four- tion. Bush has asked Congress to extend the age. Nellie has applied these values throughout her life as a community activist. New York teen grandchildren, and five great grand- $50 million-a-year program and increase other federal abstinence grants from $40 mil- was fortunate enough to become home to Nel- children. lion this year to $73 million next year. lie in 1950, when she immediately became a Nolan Hancock was an electrician by trade Cities, states or organizations that receive volunteer with the Baby Tracks program at the and an OCAW member for 48 years. For the federal grants must use the money to old Lincoln Hospital in the South Bronx. She teach abstinence as the only reliable way to twenty-one years he worked in various local prevent pregnancy and sexually transmitted also lent her time and energy to the Pros- and international positions for the union. He diseases. Supporters say abstinence edu- thesis Clinic at St. Luke’s Hospital, easing the retired five years ago after serving as Legisla- cation helps youngsters build character and spirits of patients there. Nellie was a key play- tive Director for the union for 18 years. develop the skills to ‘‘say no to sex.’’ Grant er in the immunization program at local public recipients may not discuss contraception, ex- schools, which is a crucial initiative for under Nolan Hancock worked with tremendous cept in the context of failure rates of resourced schools, especially during those ability and integrity on behalf of the members condoms. times. of OCAW and all working Americans. Among ‘‘Today’s decision should stand as a wake- Mr. Speaker, Nellie has always been com- the greatest privileges of being a Member of up call that this practice is unacceptable,’’ said Catherine Weiss, director of the ACLU mitted to helping those around her and she Congress is to work with people of the caliber Reproductive Freedom Project. has also been committed to educating and of Mr. Hancock. I am proud to have known The ruling was also a victory for liberals fostering awareness in those around her. Hav- and worked with him. and public health advocates who argue that ing earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from

VerDate 112000 02:45 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.072 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1434 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Norwich University, she champions the impor- produced in many fields, including Sonar nomenon in Jamaica. Both freed and escaped tance of education. She has facilitated count- Technology, Combat Control Systems, Peri- slaves (Maroons) continually fought their Brit- less workshops on Black History to empower scopes, and Launchers. ish captors for their right to live free. The most members of the Black community with knowl- As a recognized expert in management and famous of these rebellions happened in 1831 edge of their history and culture as well as to technology, Dr. Sirmalis has served as a by Reverend Sam Sharpe. Known as the inform members of other ethnic communities. member of a number of high-level Navy pan- ‘‘Christmas Rebellion’’, this insurgence lasted Her main goal was to bring people together els and served as the Navy’s undersea weap- for four months and is credited for bringing through learning. ons expert for cooperative international data about the end of slavery. Today, Sam Sharpe Many young people and adults throughout exchange programs. He played a vital role in is recognized as a national hero in Jamaica. the South Bronx consider Nellie a second the fielding and improving of the Mark 48 and It was not until after the American Colonies mother. She has cared for hundreds of chil- the Mark 48 Advanced Capability (ADCAF tor- declared themselves independent from Eng- dren in her home and coordinated numerous pedoes and other undersea vehicles. Dr. land in 1776 that the abolition movement events with young people in the community. Sirmalis also implemented productivity en- began to flourish throughout Jamaica. March The fashion shows she organized with Mott hancements, instituted an aggressive energy 1, 1808 marked the year when slave trade be- Haven HeadStart children created wonderful conservation program, and prioritized over- tween Africa and Jamaica was abolished by memories for many. While Nellie may have a head functions to selectively reduce the cost the British Parliament. special place in her heart for children, she is of service. As a direct result of his initiatives, In 1834, the Emancipation Act officially also very concerned with general community the Naval Undersea Warfare Center reduced ended slavery; however, the slaves did not development and giving everyone, children overhead and costs while improving efficiency. gain complete freedom until four years later on and adults alike, a sense of pride in their Throughout his distinguished career Dr. August 1, 1838. Many ex-slaves settled down neighborhood. She has spearheaded the rep- Sirmalis has received numerous awards. In as small farmers in the Blue Mountains, far aration of abandoned buildings and vacant lots 1997, Dr. Sirmalis received the Navy Distin- away from the plantations they used to cul- and the repaving of roads and sidewalks. guished Civilian Service Award, the highest tivate. Those who stayed on the plantations Knowing that she and her neighbors deserved award that can be received by a member of now received compensation for their labor. quality public transportation service, she called the Federal Government’s Senior Executive Struggles over land culminated in the Morant for and received improvement of the local bus Service. He has also been the recipient of the Bay rebellion, leading to the deaths of two Ja- line. Nellie has also helped empower fellow Meritorious Executive Presidential Rank maican national heroes: George William Gor- Bronx residents by participating in a number of Award, both in 1984 and 1994. He received don and Paul Bogle, and forcing Great Britain voter registration drives, encouraging her the 1995 VADM Charles B. Martell Award pre- to proclaim Jamaica as a crown colony in neighbors to make their voices heard. sented for his outstanding record achievement 1865. Mr. Speaker, at 73 years of age, Nellie con- and reputation as the world’s foremost author- Inspired by the political ideas of Marcus tinues to work hard and is currently the Chair- ity on undersea weaponry. Most recently he Garvey, a national movement for independ- person of the Housing Committee of Planning was selected to receive the 2000 Distin- ence began in the late 1930s. Political parties Board 1, Assistant Chairperson of the Patter- guished Civilian Award from the Naval Sub- started forming and years later in 1944, Ja- son Volunteer Committee, a lifetime member marine League. maica was proud to hold its first democratic of the National Council of Negro Women, and Mr. Speaker, Dr. Sirmalis has been a long elections. Over a decade later on August 6, a member of the New York NAACP, as well serving and dedicated public servant and a 1962, full political independence was granted, as many other prestigious organizations. true patriot. I am proud to recognize his long allowing Jamaica, a new member to the British This exceptional human being is the mother and distinguished career and accomplish- Commonwealth, to draft its own constitution of three, grandmother of six, great-grand- ments as Technical Director of the Naval Un- and create a bicameral Parliament with elect- mother of seven, and mother-figure of hun- dersea Warfare Center. true naval tradition, I ed representatives and a Prime Minister. dreds. I ask my colleagues to join me in hon- wish Dr. John E. Sirmalis ‘‘Fair Winds and Fol- Jamaican-born Marcus Garvey was ulti- oring Mrs. Nellie McKay on her 73d birthday lowing Seas’’ as he enters into retirement. mately recognized as one of America’s great- and to thank her for sharing so much of her f est Black leaders. He challenged the myths of heart, time and energy. racial inferiority and inspired hundreds of thou- IN RECOGNITION OF JAMAICA’S f sands of Black American supporters with hope 40TH YEAR OF INDEPENDENCE for a better future. It is my hope that this Con- HONORING DR. JOHN E. SIRMALIS gress will support my bill, H.Res. 50, to exon- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL erate this internationally renowned leader in HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY OF NEW YORK the struggle for human rights. I ask my col- OF RHODE ISLAND IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leagues to join me today in clearing Marcus Garvey’s name in honor of Jamaica’s Emanci- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, July 26, 2002 pation from slavery and Independence from Friday, July 26, 2002 Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, it is with pro- colonialism. Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- found pleasure that I speak today in honor of With 4,411 square miles of beautiful beach- er, I rise today to honor Dr. John E. Sirmalis. the 164th year of Emancipation and the 40th es, mountains and farms, Jamaica overcame Dr. Sirmalis recently retired from the position anniversary marking Jamaica’s independence centuries of economic and social struggles to of Technical Director of the Naval Undersea from Great Britain. On August 6, 1962, Ja- become internationally acclaimed in all as- Warfare Center (NUWC) after 45 years of out- maica won its political independence from the pects of human culture, including tourism, standing service. He earned his Bachelor of colonial rule of Great Britain. This year, Am- music, and sports. Millions of tourists from all Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering in bassador Seymour Mullings will be leading the around the world vacation in Jamaica and ex- 1956, and a Master of Science Degree in Me- Jamaican and Jamaican-American commu- perience for themselves the beauty that the in- chanical Engineering in 1958, both from the nities in the United States in their yearly tradi- habitants of this great nation get to see year Massachusetts Institute of Technology. In tion of celebrating freedom from colonialism round. 1975, he received a Doctorate Degree in Me- and slavery. Although it is a small island nation of only chanical Engineering from the University of To give a brief history, Jamaica’s first inhab- two million people, Jamaica has had a remark- Rhode Island. He has a widely heralded rep- itants were the South American Arawak Indi- able impact upon the world of music. With its utation as a true leader and an exceptional vi- ans. In 1494, Columbus arrived on the island reggae beat played throughout the world, Ja- sionary for submarine and undersea warfare and claimed the land for Spain. Suffering a maica has produced the musical stylings of systems. He has also been considered the na- similar fate of the nearby Caribbean islands, Harry Belafonte, Jimmy Cliff, Peter Tosh and tion’s foremost authority on undersea weap- the Arawak Indians were enslaved or died Bob Marley. The country is involved in all ons. As the ‘‘hands-on’’ leader of the Naval from diseases carried over by the Spanish set- sports competitions, including cricket, soccer, Undersea Warfare Center, Dr. Sirmalis tlers during their 160 year reign. basketball, boxing, and even more remote stressed the importance of leading the Navy In 1655, the island was captured by the Brit- sports like baseball, hockey, and bobsledding. into the future through innovation, trans- ish and immediately started the large-scale im- Great Jamaican athletes such as Heavyweight formation and visionary concepts. Under his portation of Africans for slave labor in the Champion Lennox Lewis and Patrick Ewing of leadership and guidance, an incredible and sugar plantations. The inhumane nature of the New York Knicks have contributed exten- significant series of accomplishments were slavery made slave revolts a common phe- sively to the American sports culture.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.075 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1435 Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to speak in rec- Francisco’s business and conservation com- he covered the Contra War in Nicaragua, the ognition of what has been accomplished by munities. John worked passionately to keep uprisings in Haiti, and was one of the first re- the people of Jamaica as we celebrate its San Francisco’s economy vital and its environ- porters to broadcast live from tile scene of the independence. Jamaica has elevated itself ment sound. The former head of the San World Trade Center on September 11, 2001. from the perils of slavery and oppression to a Francisco Planning and Urban Research As- An accomplished interviewer, he has re- country of great power and prestige. As we sociation (SPUR) and the San Francisco ceived many accolades for his work, including move forward, I am confident that our friend- Chamber of Commerce, he passed away on the Florida Broadcaster of the Year Award and ship with Jamaica will continue well into the July 15th at 76 years of age. a special commendation from the White future. A native of Philadelphia, John served as a House. He is also a philanthropist, having led f paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division dur- the relief efforts to assist victims of Hurricane ing the Battle of the Bulge during World War Andrew in South Miami Dade County. ALGERIA II. Following the war, he worked for NATO in Rick Sanchez and his parents were exited England and France. He attended New Mex- from his birthplace, Havana, Cuba, when he HON. JOSEPH R. PITTS ico State University on the GI Bill and received was two years old. While attending Moorhead OF PENNSYLVANIA his BS in Business. His college roommate, State University on a football scholarship, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES John Hirten, urged him to come to San Fran- was selected from thousands of applicants for cisco to lead SPUR, which he did for the next a journalism scholarship at the University of Friday, July 26, 2002 twenty years. Minnesota, awarded by CBS station WCCOÐ Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, our nation cele- John was one of the most influential figures TV in Minneapolis. Following college, he was brated our independence, freedom and de- in San Francisco’s planning and economic de- hired as a reporter at WSVN in South Florida mocracy on the Fourth of July. Another inde- velopment since the 1960’s. Under his leader- and, at 22, he became the youngest anchor in pendence day was commemorated one day ship, SPUR played a key role in the creation the market when he became the station’s later on July 5th—that of our friend and ally, of the Golden Gate National Recreation Area weekend anchor. Algeria, which celebrated 40 years of inde- by developing a network of more than 65 con- Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in pendence this year. servation and civic-minded organizations. He honoring Rick Sanchez for his ground break- President Bush sent his congratulations to served as deputy director of SPUR from 1960 ing achievements in broadcasting and for pav- President Bouteflicka to mark the occasion, to 1968 and as executive director from 1968 ing the way for the Hispanic community. expressing his solidarity with the Algerian peo- to 1981. f ple. The President reiterated U.S. support for He then served as executive director of the Algeria’s efforts in the war on terror and San Francisco Chamber of Commerce from IN MEMORY OF ARIEL MELCHIOR, progress in political and economic reforms for 1981 to 1988, when he became president of SR., CO-FOUNDER OF THE DAILY the Algerian people. the organization for a year. He played a lead- NEWS OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Algeria has been an increasingly staunch ing role in resolving the downtown business ally of the U.S. over the years, and has been community’s battles with City Hall and neigh- HON. DONNA M. CHRISTENSEN a particularly helpful friend and ally in our war borhood groups and helped draft guidelines OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS on terrorism. Algeria was one of the first na- for the treatment of HIV-positive employees. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions to offer its condolences and assistance John was also an avid sailor and expert Friday, July 26, 2002 in the immediate aftermath of the attacks. In yachtsman and named champion in several addition, Algeria has cooperated fully with our sailboat racing classes. His love for the San Mrs. CHRISTENSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise law enforcement and intelligence agencies as Francisco Bay Area was demonstrated by his today to honor and pay tribute to Ariel a partner in the global coalition against ter- service on the boards of the Fine Arts Mu- Melchior Sr., co-founder of the Daily News of rorism. Ambassador Francis X. Taylor, head of seum, KQED, Point Reyes Bird Observatory, the Virgin Islands, died Tuesday night, July the State Department’s Counterterrorism Of- and the San Francisco State University Foun- 23, 2002 at the Roy L. Schneider Hospital on fice, praised Algeria’s cooperation calling that dation. St. Thomas in my district, the U.S. Virgin Is- nation ‘‘one of the most tenacious and faithful John’s service to San Francisco and the lands. Members of his family were at his bed- partners of the United States’’ which has ‘‘co- Bay Area was a gift to us all. His insistence side at the time of his death. He was 93. To- operated with us in every domain.’’ that the business and conservation commu- gether with the late J. Antonio Jarvis, Melchior As important as Algeria is to us today, it will nities communicate with and support each started the newspaper on August 1, 1930 and be increasingly important in the future as we other made San Francisco a model for other headed the publication for almost 50 years be- explore liquified natural gas reserves there to cities. He was a hero, always vigilant, always fore it was purchased by Gannett Co. Inc. in meet our nation’s growing energy needs. Alge- willing and able to do battle. To John’s lovely 1978. ria has some of the largest natural gas re- wife Shirley, I extend my deepest sympathy Melchior, Sr. is survived by two sons, Earl serves in the world, exporting over four million and my gratitude to her for sharing her mag- and Ariel, Jr.; six daughters, Marjorie Preston, barrel per day, soon to be five million—the nificent husband with us. Valerie Wade, Rita Watley, Norma Gomez, largest exporter in Africa. Algeria could be a f Laurel Melchior, and Juel Love; stepchildren prime market for our agricultural products. It is George Dudley, Jr. and Rita Grant. A sister, a home to U.S. investment and will be an in- IN HONOR OF RICK SANCHEZ Zelina Petersen, also survives together with creasingly important economic partner in the many grand and great-grandchildren. years to come. HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ A giant among his fellow men, even though Mr. Speaker, I would like to add my con- OF NEW JERSEY very few are aware of his intense love for his gratulations to the people of Algeria on the oc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community or of his courage to stand by his casion of their forty years of independence decisions, Ariel Melchior, Sr., was a quiet but Friday, July 26, 2002 and recognize the important contribution that forceful champion of human rights. Chief nation is making in the international war on Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today among his contributions to his society is the terror, as well as the progress being made to- to honor and acknowledge the many accom- establishment of the Daily News, a newspaper wards real and lasting democracy. plishments of Rick Sanchez, whose voice will which has become a substantial force in the f now be heard on Spanish-language radio in territory. Appearing on the newsstand on Au- New York and Miami. In a historic arrange- gust 1, 1930, the paper was a joint effort of IN HONOR OF JOHN JACOBS ment, Mr. Sanchez will be the first host of two Mr. Melchior and the late Jose Antonio Jarvis, shows, in two media markets and in two lan- a teacher. Throughout the years, Melchior HON. NANCY PELOSI guages. The Federation of Cuban Musicians served on the paper in several positions, in- OF CALIFORNIA in Exile will honor Rick Sanchez at Las cluding business manager, a post he held for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Palmas Restaurant on Sunday, July 28th in about 10 years. West New York, New Jersey. When Jarvis sold his interest to his partner, Friday, July 26, 2002 With over 20 years of experience covering Melchior then assumed full ownership and Mr. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, It is with great major national and international stories, Mr. served as editor. Under his guidance, the personal sadness that I rise to pay tribute to Sanchez has made a significant and long-last- paper observed almost half a century, never my friend John Jacobs, a great friend to San ing contribution in broadcasting. Most notably, missing one day’s publication. It was also

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.077 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1436 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 under his leadership that the paper was the Publishing Company, he concentrated on sev- It was Francis Xavier Cervantes, Regional recipient of several awards and citations. A eral other goals. He established the Ariel housing director, who in 1975 best summa- partial listing of these tributes include certifi- Melchior, Sr. Foundation, an agency which rized Mr. Melchior’s impact on his community cates of appreciation from the Junior Chamber among other activities rented scholarships to with this quote, ‘‘The past of the Virgin Islands of Commerce, St. Thomas (1961), Boy Scouts students or other persons with interests in is wrapped around him like a cloak, and the of America (1961), The National Safe Boating journalism. future will regard him as the elder statesman Week Committee (1966), a Public Service In addition, the foundation, along with the that he is.’’ award form the United States Department of St. Thomas Historic Trust, in 1980, erected a Formerly married to the late Violet Cruz, he Labor (1970), and an anniversary award from bust of the late Antonio Jarvis, an outstanding was the father of their seven children: Earle, the Charlotte Amalie High School (1971). Virgin Islander. The life-sized bronze statue is Marjorie Melchior Preston, Valerie Melchior On occasions of various anniversaries of the based on a six-foot marble pedestal. Areas Wade, Ariel Jr., Rita Melchior Watley, Norma paper, letters of commendation have been re- depicting Mr. Jarvis’s specialties are attached and Laurel. ceived from prominent National, International, on six ‘‘books’’ on which his arm rests. The He and his second wife, Gertrude Lockhart and Local figures and organizations. Some of memorial is housed in the educator’s park in Dudley Melchior, are world travelers who have these are Dwight D. Eisenhower, President of St. Thomas. visited many countries in Europe, Asia, Cen- the United States (1959); John D. Merwin Another of his personal accomplishments is tral America, South America, and the Carib- the publication of ‘‘Thoughts Along the Way’’ (former), Governor, U.S. Virgin Islands (1961); bean. An avid sportsman, Mr. Melchior enjoys (1980). A compilation of selected Daily News Hubert H. Humphrey, Vice President of the deep sea fishing and sailing. Editorials, the book gives an in-depth look into United States (1965); Fred Seaton, U.S. Sec- Mr. Speaker, the description of Ariel life in the Virgin Islands. A second publication, retary of Interior (1959); Lord Mayor of Dublin Melchior, Sr.’s accomplishments which I recite ‘‘Commentaries—from the Archives,’’ is a (1954); Erik Eriksen, Danish Information Serv- here today, is taken from a book entitled ‘‘Pro- compilation of several letters of special signifi- ices (1967); William H. Hastie, Judge United cance, a photo file and copies of awards and files of Outstanding Virgin Islanders’’, written States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit citations to him and the Daily News. Earlier by Ruth Moolenaar of St. Thomas. (1954); Syril E. King, Governor, U.S. Virgin Is- publications are a ‘‘Souvenir of the American f lands (1975); Women’s League, St. Thomas Virgin Islands’’ (1953) and ‘‘Virgin Islands A TRIBUTE TO LANGSTON HUGHES (1966); Ralph M. Paiwdonsky, Governor, U.S. Magazine’’ (1936Ð1963). This periodical was Virgin Islands (1975); The Very Reverend Ed- awarded a scroll of honorable mention in 1952 ward J. Harper, Bishop, Roman Catholic Dio- from the Professional League of Virgin Island- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL cese, St. Thomas, V.I. (1975). ers in New York for its ‘‘excellent example of OF NEW YORK These expressions attest to the successful modern magazine make-up and journalistic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES role the newspaper has played in fulfilling its content.’’ Friday, July 26, 2002 obligation to protect the democratic process Many of the organizations with which he has and to provide for good, clean government. To been affiliated have, through the years ac- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, this year is the achieve these goals, Mr. Melchior even took knowledged his contributions. A member of 100th anniversary of the birth of Langston his cause to the courts. the Inter-American Press Association (In 1969 Hughes (February 1, 1902). Schools, univer- A classic example in which he challenged he was named vice chairman by the president sities, libraries, and organizations around the violations of the Constitution was the case of of the association, James S. Coplen). In rec- country are celebrating his life. I want to take Melchior v. St. Thomas Park Authority, et al., ognition of this position, he was commended the time to recognize an outstanding individual 1966. In that case, Mr. Melchior contested the by prominent figures in the newspaper pub- who has contributed greatly to this country. action of the local Park Authority for prohib- lishing industry. In 1973, he was among sev- Hughes was born in Joplin, Missouri to abo- iting or restricting the use of any part of enteen residents honored by the V.I. Academy litionist parents and attended high school in Magen’s Bay on St. Thomas to the public be- of Arts and Letters for the contributions to the Cleveland, Ohio where he first began writing cause the beach was conveyed from Arthur S. cultural heritage of the territory. In addition, poetry. At his father’s encouragement, Hughes Fairchild for the use of the people of the Virgin Mr. Melchior received a plaque as evidence of attended Columbia University to studying engi- Islands in perpetuity. The court agreed and his membership in the association. He was neering for a ‘‘practical’’ job. However, Hughes granted a permanent injunction against the also awarded a plaque in 1979 for his out- left the field in order to pursue his love for Park Authority and the Government of the Vir- standing service to the Rotary Club of St. words. Hughes received a scholarship to Lin- gin Islands. Thomas. In 1979 he was awarded a service coln University, in Pennsylvania, where he In another instance via the Daily News, Mr. award in recognition of outstanding service as eventually received his B.A. degree in 1929. Melchior’s charge of irregularity in Government a senior member of the Governing Board of His first published poem was ‘‘The Negro was brought to the public’s attention during the Virgin Islands Port Authority. In that same Speaks of Rivers’’ and became one of his congressional hearings on the Virgin Islands year he received a certificate of appreciation most famous works. Elective Bill on June 20, 1968. Remarks made for his personal interest in making the inten- Hailed as a genius, Hughes gave the gift of at this hearing by representative John P. sive care unit at the Knud-Hansen Memorial words to a country in turmoil. His writing Saylor indicated that there was a violation of Hospital a reality. Other agencies recognizing began to flourish during the Harlem Renais- the Hatch Act by Government employees. The his contributions include Virgin Islands Na- sance of the 1920’s and 30’s, a time in which Daily News further charged that the persons tional Guard, Boy Scouts of America, Junior racism, war, the Depression, and other social involved were duly notified and warned. In the Chamber of Commerce, and executive board ills plagued this nation. Hughes traveled conclusion of his remarks, Mr. Sailor gave of the Rotary Club of St. Thomas. A few other throughout Europe, West and Central Africa credit to the paper for its commitment to pre- outstanding certificates include the Navy during the early 1920’s and returned to Har- serving good government. League’s certification of Life Membership, the lem in 1924. Always a champion in civic matters, in 1939 United States Congressional Advisory Board’s In the following year he moved from Harlem Mr. Melchior intervened when the name of Certificate in Grateful Recognition of his Out- to Washington, DC. While in our nation’s cap- Alvaro de Lugo, the first native born U.S. standing Services and the 1982 Trustees Dis- ital, he was heavily influenced by the blues Postmaster was omitted from the bronze tinguished Achievement Award from the Col- and jazz scene. His work captured the dy- plaque which was being installed in the U.S. lege of the Virgin Islands, now the University namic of black music on paper, inspiring aca- Post Office in Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas. of the Virgin Islands. He is currently a member demia to study and recognize the uniqueness He brought the omission to the attention of the of the board of Overseers of the University of black music as being an authentic American U.S. Fourth Assistant Postmaster General, and was its keynote speaker at the 1982 grad- art form. Smith W. Purden. As a result, the name of the uation ceremonies. The Virgin Islands Legisla- Some of Hughes’ most famous works are Postmaster and the Governor, Lawrence ture has publicly recognized the contributions Not Without Laughter (1930), The Big Sea Cramer, were included. of Mr. Melchior on two separate occasions. In (1940), and I Wonder As I Wander (1956), his Besides the power of the press, it was also 1950, the fifteenth Legislative Assembly ap- autobiographies. His poetry includes Tambou- through personal involvement as a concerned proved a resolution on the event of his twen- rines To Glory (1958), The Weary Blues citizen or through his civic affiliations that Mr. tieth year as a newspaper publisher, and in (1926), The Negro Mother and other Dramatic Melchior has continued to contribute his serv- 1975 the eleventh Legislature approved a res- Recitations (1931), The Dream Keeper (1932), ices and expertise to the community. After the olution in honor of his 45th year as a pub- Shakespeare In Harlem (1942), and The Best sale of the Daily News in 1978 to the Gannett lisher. of Simple (1961).

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.081 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1437 In all, he wrote 16 books of poems, two In Burma’s Shan state, hundreds, if not thou- was decided by the appellate court that cov- novels, three collections of short stories, four sands, of women have been raped by Burma’s ers California and much of the American volumes of editorial and documentary-type fic- SPDC in its quest to dominate those who West, comprising 20 percent of the nation’s population and about a third of its area and tion, 20 plays, children’s poetry, musicals and struggle for freedom and democracy. natural resources. operas, 3 autobiographies, a dozen radio and Shockingly, Burma’s military regime oper- Newdow, an avowed athiest, brought the television scripts and dozens of magazine arti- ates with impunity. Amnesty International, in suit because his young daughter attends a cles. He also edited seven anthologies. its most recent report on Burma, says, ‘‘No at- public elementary school in the Elk Grove He continued throughout his life to write and tempt appears to have been made by the Unified School District in California. In ac- edit literary works up until his death on May SPDC [regime] to hold members of the cordance with state law and a school district 22, 1967 when he succumbed to cancer. tatmadaw [military] accountable for violations rule, teachers begin each school day by lead- Later, his residence at 20 East 127th Street in which they committed, and villagers do not ing their students in a recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance. Harlem was given landmark status by the New have recourse to any complaint mechanism or Young Miss Newdow is not required to say York City Preservation Commission. His block other means of redress.’’ the pledge; that was decided some 60 years of East 127th Street was renamed ‘‘Langston Mr. Speaker, no one should be forced to ago when the case of West Virginia v. Hughes Place.’’ live like a hunted animal always on the run, in Barnette, a 1943 decision in which the U.S. We are inspired by the words of Langston fear for its life. It is time that the international Supreme Court prohibited compulsory flag Hughes; ‘‘We build our temples for tomorrow, community wake and take action against the salutes. Her father’s objection was that she as strong as we know how and we stand on horrors occurring in Burma. While the military was intimidated by listening to it, at all. the top of the mountain, free within ourselves.’’ regime woos diplomats, business guests, and On June 22, 1942, Congress first codified the Pledge in Public Law 642 as ‘‘I pledge alle- Hughes was a notable figure in America’s his- others in downtown Rangoon, Burma’s people giance to the flag of the United States of tory and his voice will live on throughout future are fleeing in fear of intensifying and acute re- America and to the Republic for which it generations. pression. Our government and the inter- stands, one Nation indivisible, with liberty f national community must press the SPDC to and justice for all.’’ (The codification is immediately cease its campaign of terror found in 36 U.S.C. § 1972.) BURMA against the people of Burma. I urge my col- A dozen years later, on June 14, 1954, Con- leagues to join in solidarity with the Burmese gress amended Section 1972 to add the words people by raising their voices for freedom. ‘‘under God’’ after the word ‘‘Nation’’ (Pub. HON. JOSEPH R. PITTS L. No. 396, Ch. 297 68 Stat. 249 (1954) (‘‘1954 OF PENNSYLVANIA f Act’’)). The Pledge is currently codified as ‘‘I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN GOD WE TRUST THREATENED pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United Friday, July 26, 2002 BY PLEDGE SUIT States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indi- Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, I am deeply dis- visible, with liberty and justice for all’’ (4 turbed by the horrifying reports of increasing HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN U.S.C. § 4 (1998)). repression in Burma. Accounts detail ongoing OF NEW JERSEY The following year, 1955, largely at the in- massacres, torture, burning of villages and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stigation of Matt Rothert, later president of churches, and forced labor of villagers by Bur- the American Numismatic Association, Con- Friday, July 26, 2002 gress amended the U.S. Code to require the ma’s military regime in the Karen state and Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, as we are all national motto to be placed on all coins and throughout the country. Despite the regime’s aware, the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals re- currency. (Earlier, Congress took action to promises of change and liberalization, Burma’s cently held that the Pledge of Allegiance is un- place the motto on the two-cent piece (1864), military dictatorship has shown more of the and on some gold coins (1908)). constitutional because the phrase ‘‘under same terrible treatment of the people—re- There is some utility in reviewing what God,’’ combined with daily recitation of the cently a dozen innocent civilians, including the Pledge of Allegiance is, and for that mat- Pledge, violates the establishment clause of children and babies were massacred. ter, the history of the national motto, ‘‘In I have in my office graphic photos showing the Constitution. Following their victory, the God we Trust,’’ where the ‘‘we’’ is not cap- plaintiffs vowed to challenge the motto, ‘‘In italized and all other letters are. the April 28, 2002, massacre in Burma’s Francis Bellamy, a Baptist minister with Dooplaya district. The photos show the bodies God We Trust,’’ which appears on American currency. Fair Lawn, New Jersey Mayor and socialist leanings, wrote the original version of victims stacked neatly after their murder. of the Pledge of Allegiance Sept. 8, 1892, for numismatic expert David L. Ganz recently The regime’s soldiers shot and killed Naw a popular family magazine, The Youth’s Com- Daw Bah, a two-year-old girl, and Naw Play published an article in the Numismatic News panion, a Reader’s Digest-like periodical of and Naw Ble Po, two five-year-old girls. Nine that analyzes why ‘‘In God We Trust’’ was the era. others were shot, but fortunately escaped, in- chosen as the national motto, and why it The original pledge language was ‘‘I pledge should remain on our currency. With the allegiance to my Flag and to the Republic cluding a six-year old boy who played dead for which it stands, one nation, indivisible, until the military left the site. These first-per- chair’s permission, I would like to submit this article, entitled ‘‘In God We Trust Threatened with liberty and justice for all.’’ son accounts, plus the photos, provide incon- A generation later, in 1923 the pledge was by Pledge Suit,’’ for the RECORD. I also urge trovertible evidence of the State Peace and adopted by the first National Flag Con- Development Council’s (SPDC) horrifying the members of this body to support the cur- ference in Washington, where some partici- human rights abuses and crimes against hu- rent Pledge of Allegiance and the continued pants expressed concerns that use of the manity as they continue their attempt to sub- use of ‘‘In God We Trust’’ on our nation’s cur- words ‘‘my flag’’ might create confusion for jugate the entire country through whatever rency. immigrants, still thinking of their home [From the Numismatic News, July 16, 2002] countries. So the wording was changed to means they see necessary. ‘‘the Flag of the United States of America.’’ Mr. Speaker, what possible threat do babies ‘IN GOD WE TRUST’ THREATENED BY PLEDGE In 1954, Congress after a campaign by the and two and five-year-old little girls present to SUIT—UNDER THE GLASS Knights of Columbus added the words, military men with arms? (By David L. Ganz) ‘‘under God,’’ to the Pledge. The Pledge was Numerous reports from eyewitnesses and Front-page news and accompanying legis- now both a patriotic oath and a public pray- credible human rights organizations reveal that lative denunciations have greeted the deci- er. this latest massacre is but one example of an sion of the United States Court of Appeals Legislation approved July 11, 1955, made the appearance of ‘‘In God we Trust’’ manda- ongoing campaign of terror by Burma’s military for the 9th Circuit that the nation, ‘‘under God,’’ indivisible, in the Pledge of Allegiance tory on all coins and paper currency of the regime against its own people. The SPDC has is unconstitutional. The successful plaintiffs United States. By Act of July 30, 1956, ‘‘In burned down scores of villages and forcibly re- have separately pledged to initiate an attack God we Trust’’ became the national motto of located villagers to areas near military bases on the national motto, ‘‘In God we Trust’’ to the United States. to be forced laborers. During attacks on vil- remove it from U.S. currency. Several courts have been asked to construe lages, the military also has burned down Although the motto has been attacked sev- whether or not the motto was unconstitu- places of worship and tortured and killed min- eral times in other appellate courts—the Su- tional and a violation of the First Amend- isters and monks. The military regime drove preme Court has never explicitly ruled on ment to the Constitution—freedom of reli- it—there is some question as to what success gion arguments being raised. thousands of Karen and other ethnic villagers this might have, and the consequences to In a 10th circuit Court of Appeals case aris- into hiding in the jungle—these internally dis- coin and paper money design. ing in Colorado, Gaylor v. US, 74 F.3d 214 placed people have tried to flee to Thailand to Involved is the case of Newdow v. U.S. Con- (10th Cir. 1996), the Court quoted a number of Join the 120,000 plus living in refugee camps. gress, 00–16423 (9th Cir. June 26, 2002), which Supreme Court precedents and concluded

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.084 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1438 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 that, ‘‘The motto’s primary effect is not to motto was removed for the reason that In Western New York, as in communities advance religion; instead, it is a form of ‘cer- ‘‘Teddy’’ thought it blasphemous. Congress across this great nation, we witnessed first emonial deism’ which through historical responded by legislatively directing its con- hand our better selves: as Americans from all usage and ubiquity cannot be reasonably un- tinuation. backgrounds and walks of life came together derstood to convey government approval of Where all this leads in the 21st century re- religious belief.’’ mains an unknown—but an interesting hy- to show their love of country and of their As neat a package as that creates for con- pothesis can be derived. The 9th Circuit’s neighbor. We saw it in countless acts of self- cluding the controversy, that is simply not ‘‘Pledge of Allegiance’’ case will be appealed lessness and heroism; from those brave patri- the history of the motto ‘‘In God we Trust’’ to the U.S. Supreme Court, and likely as not, ots aboard United Airlines Flight 93 to our po- or how it found its way onto American coin- the ‘‘In God we Trust’’ elimination suit will lice and firefighters, medical and emergency age. That story goes back to the bleak days progress in the U.S. district court. crews, and countless volunteers—who showed of the Civil War, when the nation’s constitu- As Justice William O. Douglas noted in a us and the world the true strength of Amer- tional mettle was being tested on the battle- concurring opinion in the 1962 Supreme Court case Engel v. Vitale, 370 U.S. 421 (1962), ica’s heart and America’s character. fields that left hundreds of thousands of One such group of volunteers will be hon- Americans dead. ‘‘Our Crier has from the beginning an- From the records of the Treasury Depart- nounced the convening of the Court and then ored for their work at Ground Zero during a ment, it appears that the first suggestion of added ‘God save the United States and this Liberty Day Awards Ceremony on Thursday, the recognition of the deity on the coins of Honorable Court.’ That utterance is a suppli- August 1, 2002. These dedicated and coura- the United States was contained in a letter cation, a prayer in which we, the judges, are geous men and women left their jobs, their addressed to the Secretary of the Treasury, free to join.’’ homes, and their families to give of them- Hon. S.P. Chase, by the Rev. M.R. Justice Douglas, one of the most liberal in selves in relief and recovery efforts, and I ask Watkinson, Minister of the Gospel, first amendment views, saw little the matter that this Congress join me in saluting their with it. Indeed, he said, ‘‘What New York Ridleyville, Pa., under date of Nov. 13, 1861. hard work, their commitment, and their patriot- ‘‘One fact touching our currency has hith- does on the opening of its public schools is erto been seriously overlooked, I mean the what each House of Congress does at the ism. They are: recognition of the Almighty God in some opening of each day’s business.’’ Mr. Wesley Rehwaldt, Mr. Woody Seufert, form in our coins,’’ Watkinson wrote to Sec- The 9th Circuit, by contrast, says ‘‘The Mr. David Albone, Ms. Karen Russo, Ms. Ann retary Chase. Pledge, as currently codified, is an imper- Riegle, Mr. Scott Schmidt, Mr. Jesse Babcock, ‘‘You are probably a Christian. What if our missible government endorsement of religion Mr. Harold Suitor; Mr. Marc Lussier, Ms. Ann Republic were now shattered beyond recon- because it sends a message to unbelievers Riester, Mr. James Riester, Mr. William struction? Would not the antiquaries of suc- ‘that they are outsiders, not full members of Drexler, Mr. Russell Genco, Mr. H.T. the political community, and an accom- ceeding centuries rightly reason from our Braunscheidel, Mr. Fred Drahms, Ms. Connie past that we were a heathen nation? What I panying message to adherents that they are propose is that instead of the goddess of lib- insiders, favored members of the political Kearns, Mr. Darren Burdick, Ms. Margaret erty we shall have next inside the 13 stars a community.’’’ Blake, Mr. Scott Blake, Mr. Chad Shepherd, ring inscribed with the words ‘perpetual An earlier 9th Circuit case in 1970 which Ms. Wendi Walker, Ms. Amanda Sparks, Ms. union’; within this ring the all-seeing eye, dealt with a direct attack on the motto on Sherri Reichel, Mr. Michael Owens, Mr. Chris crowned with a halo; beneath this eye the the coinage was briefly discussed in a foot- Lane, Mr. Anthony Kostyo, Mr. Thomas American flag, bearing in its field stars note of the lengthy opinion. ‘‘In Aronow v. FitzRandolph, Mr. Kevin Dilliot, Mr. Charles United States, 432 F.2d 242 (9th Cir. 1970), this equal to the number of the States united; in Huntington, Mr. Mark Gilson, and Mr. Mark the folds of the bars the words ‘God, liberty, court, without reaching the question of standing, upheld the inscription of the Gerstung. law.’ Also, Mr. Mark Maefs, Mr. Ray Catanesi, ‘‘This would make a beautiful coin, to phrase ‘In God We Trust’ on our coins and which no possible citizens could object. This currency. But cf. Wooley v. Maryland, 430 Mr. Kevin Baker, Mr. Ross Johnson, Jr., Mr. would relieve us from the ignominy of U.S. 705, 722 (1977) (Rehnquist, J., dissenting) James Carbin, Jr., Mr. Dan Hosie, Mr. Scott heathenism. This would place us openly (stating that the majority’s holding leads Then, Mr. Robert Jasper, Jr., Mr. Robert Jas- under the Divine protection we have person- logically to the conclusion that ‘In God We per, Sr., Mr. Wayne N. Seguin, Mr. Wayne E. ally claimed. Trust’ is an unconstitutional affirmation of Seguin, Mr. Samuel Ricotta, Mr. Richard ‘‘From my heart I have felt our national belief).’’ Nothwithstanding Justice Rehnquist’s dis- Bilson, Mr. Richard Silvaroll, Mr. Michael Kiff, shame in disowning God as not the least of Mr. Herbert Meyer, Mr. Chris Hillman, Ms. Vic- our present national disasters. To you first I sent, a more contemporary analysis of his address a subject that must be agitated,’’ he views are more apparent in later cases since toria Baker, Mr. Ralph Salvagni, Mr. Richard concluded. his becoming Chief Justice, and they suggest Wayner, Mr. Robert Conn, Mr. James Volkosh A week later, on Nov. 20, 1861, Chase wrote strongly that he has no issue with the pledge and Mr. Barry Kobrin. to James Pollock, the director of the Mint, or the national motto on coinage. f ‘‘No nation can be strong except in the Most likely, the next several months will strength of God, or safe except in His de- see a hardening of positions and a wending TRIBUTE TO GLENN J. WINUK fense. The trust of our people in God should process in which the lawsuit, and appeals, be declared on our national coins.’’ move toward highest court resolution. That could come in 2003 or 2004, in time for it to HON. PETER T. KING He concluded with a mandate: ‘‘You will OF NEW YORK cause a device to be prepared without unnec- have impact on the next presidential elec- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES essary delay with a motto expressing in the tion. fewest and terset words possible this na- For now, until a stay is issued, the pledge Friday, July 26, 2002 is out in California and the 9th Circuit; God tional recognition.’’ Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor In December 1863, the director of the Mint remains on our coinage, so long as we trust. the memory of Glenn J. Winuk, a heroic cit- submitted to the secretary of the Treasury f for approval designs for new one-, two- and izen who sacrificed his life on September 11th three-cent pieces, on which it was proposed HONORING WESTERN NEW YORK to save the lives of others. Glenn served the that one of the following mottoes should ap- GROUND ZERO VOLUNTEERS Jericho community for 19 years as an attor- pear: ‘‘Our country; our God’’; ‘‘God, our ney, an EMT, and commissioner of the Jericho Trust.’’ (Patterns for the two-cent pieces of HON. THOMAS M. REYNOLDS Fire District. this are found in Pollack 370–383.) Immediately after the World Trade Center Dec. 9, 1863, saw this reply from Chase: ‘‘I OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Towers were attacked on September 11th, approve your mottoes, only suggesting that Glenn, a partner in the law firm of Holland & on that with the Washington obverse the Friday, July 26, 2002 motto should begin with the word ‘Our’ so as Knight LLP, helped evacuate tenants of his of- to read: ‘Our God and our country.’ And on Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, during his fice building at 195 Broadway, about a block that with the shield, it should be changed so State of the Union Address, President George away from Ground Zero. He then identified as to read: ‘In God we trust.’’’ W. Bush said, ‘‘none of us would ever wish himself as a rescue professional to other res- The Act of April 22, 1864, created the two- the evil that was done on September the 11th. cue workers on the scene, borrowed a mask, cent piece and Secretary Chase exercised his Yet after America was attacked, it was as if gloves, and First Response medic bag to as- rights to make sure the motto was in the de- our entire country looked into a mirror and sist others as the South Tower fell minutes sign. By 1866 it had been added to the gold $5, saw our better selves. We were reminded that $10 and $20, and the silver dollar, half dollar, later. His remains were recovered, medic bag quarter and nickel. we are citizens, with obligations to each other, by his side on Wednesday, March 30th, 2002. As Augustus Saint-Gaudens designed the to our country, and to history. We began to Glenn Winuk was an attorney, but his real new gold coinage of 1907 at the instigation of think less of the goods we can accumulate, passion was firefighting. His passion and brav- his friend President Theodore Roosevelt, the and more about the good we can do.’’ ery were displayed on many occasions, such

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.087 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1439 as rendering aid in 1993 when terrorists LATINO CHILDREN AND HEALTH and Latino boys have the highest rates of bombed the World Trade Center and in 1990 DISPARITIES obesity among young people, but researchers at the Avianca plane crash on Long Island. don’t know why. They also don’t know why Puerto Rican children have rates of asthma On September 11th, Glenn ran to Ground HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL higher than those in any other region. Zero as a volunteer firefighter and EMT work- OF NEW YORK Many of the statistics pose mysteries that er. He acted quickly and without regard for his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES go beyond the fact that Hispanic children are own life, only for those in trouble. It was not less likely to be covered by health insurance Friday, July 26, 2002 Glenn’s responsibility to put his life on the line than are children in other ethnic groups. For for others that terrible day. But he had the Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to call to instance, Latino children who are hospital- training to help and was in the position to do the attention of my colleagues the growing ized with limb fractures receive less pain so. Glenn Winuk paid the ultimate price while health problems of Latino children. medication than do white or African-Amer- The Journal of the American Medical Asso- ican youths. No one seems to know why, and saving the lives of others, and his memory will data is hard to collect because Hispanic chil- serve as a testament to his bravery. Let us ciation reports that Latino children have suf- dren are often included in the categories of honor the life he gave, and the heroic legacy fered from ‘‘a disproportionate number of white, black or ‘‘other’’ in medical research. he left behind. health problems that have been poorly stud- Many researchers also ignore these children ied.’’ Diabetes, obesity, and asthma are dis- and their parents by excluding non-English- f proportionately prevalent in the Latino commu- speakers from their studies. nity. Additionally, about 30% of the Latino pop- Much more research is clearly necessary. THE CONTRACTOR ulation are uninsured and of those that do Meanwhile one obvious place to start nar- ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2002 have health insurance, many have problems rowing the health gap for Latino children is the language barriers. President Bill Clinton gaining proper access to medical attention. issued an executive order in August 2000 HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Language barriers often continue to exist mandating that physicians who receive Med- despite the executive order issued by Presi- OF NEW YORK icaid and Medicare funds provide interpreter dent Clinton in August 2000 ‘‘mandating that services for patients who do not speak IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES physicians who receive Medicaid and Medi- English. The rules are flexible, but the na- Friday, July 26, 2002 care funds provide interpreter services for pa- tional medical associations have opposed tients who do not speak English.’’ Yet citing them as being too costly. Given the dis- Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, cost, national medical associations are op- turbing data on the state of Latino chil- today I introduce legislation that will fortify the dren’s health, their objections send the posed to implementing these services. current Federal debarment system. The United wrong message. Far too little health research has been con- States is the largest consumer in the world ducted within minority populations. This fosters f and invests over $215 billion in goods and a lack of clarity in the etiology of common dis- services annually. CELEBRATING SALVADORAN DAY eases among minority communities. Yet the Federal government’s watchdogs, As a result, medical practitioners are ham- the Federal suspension and debarment offi- pered in developing culturally sound interven- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA cials, currently lack the information they need tion that promotes the well-being of minority OF CALIFORNIA to protect our business interests. We have no individuals. For example, why do Latino chil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES central way of accounting for the performance dren tend to receive less pain medication than Friday, July 26, 2002 of our purchases. Beyond a listing of currently white or African-American children while hos- debarred or suspended persons, officials are pitalized for limb fractures? Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to limited to their individual agency’s knowledge Access to health care, quality of care, health applaud the California State Legislature for its of an entity’s track record, press reports and insurance coverage, environment, and lifestyle efforts to recognize a day that celebrates the personal contacts with other agencies. The are most likely the contributing factors, but we contributions of the Salvadoran community in American public’s knowledge is limited even do not understand the dynamics of why mi- the State of California. On August 6, 2002, the further. Often times this allows Federal con- norities, especially children, are not benefiting State of California will officially celebrate El tractors and assistance recipients to repeat- from our health care system. Dia del Salvadoren˜o (Salvadoran Day) for the edly violate Federal law yet still receive mil- Eliminating health disparities in minority first time. There are more than 275,000 Salva- lions of dollars from the Federal government. communities has been a major goal since the dorans in California, the majority of whom re- In a time when corporate accounting scandals year 2000. In that year, the Office of Research side in Los Angeles County. Many of these in- are being revealed at an unprecedented pace, on Minority Health (ORMH), originally estab- dividuals have actively participated in the pro- isn’t it wise to have a full accounting of the lished in 1990, was elevated to the National fessional and political arenas, as well as many Federal government’s investments? Center on Minority Health and Health Dispari- other fields. It is my hope that the strengths, A recent report conducted by the Project on ties (NCMHD). This effort was encouraged by struggles and triumphs of this culturally-rich Government Oversight (POGO) discovered Congress to ‘‘promote minority health and to community can be remembered and passed that 16 of the 43 top Federal contractors lead, coordinate, support, and assess the NIH on for generations to come. (based on total contract dollars received) have effort to reduce and ultimately eliminate health Salvadoran communities throughout Cali- a total of 28 criminal convictions. The top 4 disparities’’ and to ‘‘reach out to minority and fornia and El Salvador currently celebrate Sal- contractors have at least 2 criminal convictions other health disparity communities.’’ vadoran Day on August 6 as an act of remem- since 1990. It is imperative that we begin to envision this brance and celebration. This year’s celebration The Contractors Accountability Act of 2002 country as a place where all populations have is expected to draw up to thirty thousand peo- establishes a centralized database on actions equal opportunity to live long, healthy, and ple. Historically speaking, the official founding taken against Federal contractors and assist- productive lives. More research on health dis- of Villa de San Salvador occurred on August ance participants, requiring a description of parities in minority populations must be con- 6, 1525, in the Valle de las Hamacas (Valley each of these actions. This will provide debar- ducted and doctors, health officials, and the of the Hammocks). In this place, the indige- ring officials with the information they need to American people must recognize that these nous peoples of Central America fought his- protect the business interests of the United disparities are a very real problem. toric battles against the Spanish conquis- States. It places the burden of proving respon- We must take a stand to seriously address tadors. The spirit of those indigenous warriors sibility and subsequent eligibility for contracts the health disparities within Latino children lives on in the Salvadoran people today and is or assistance on the person seeking contracts and other minority populations. evident in their will to survive and fight to bet- or assistance should they have been pre- ter the lives of their families and communities. [From the New York Times, July 26, 2002] viously convicted of two exact or similar viola- The Salvadoran American National Associa- tions that constitutes a charge for debarment. HEALTH PROBLEMS OF LATINO CHILDREN tion (SANA) should be commended as well for Additionally, it improves/clarifies the role of the One in every six American children is His- its actions on behalf of Salvadoran commu- panic, but it’s hard to find them in the re- Interagency Committee on Debarments and search on child health. According to the nities across the country. SANA is a multi-eth- Suspension and provides for retention by the Journal of the American Medical Associa- nic peace and reconstruction organization prosecuting Federal agency of fines paid by tion, Latino children suffer from a dispropor- founded by Salvadoran-American citizens who offender for reimbursement of costs associ- tionate number of health problems that have have been involved in the community for over ated with suspension and debarment activities. been poorly studied. Diabetes is on the rise, 25 years.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.089 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1440 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Mr. Speaker, I am very proud of the Cali- Island, located in New York’s Second Con- sons, who retired from the FBI in June at the fornia Legislature and SANA for their contribu- gressional District and represented by my col- age of 88, was recognized with an article in tions to the Salvadoran community. Having league, Mr. ISRAEL, without much fanfare, we the Washington Post, which I would like to served two years as a Peace Corps volunteer saw into the future. enter into the official House RECORD. In 62 in El Salvador, I am especially touched by this A device was switched on, Mr. Speaker, years, 9 months, and 2 days, Ms. Parsons issue because of my close ties to the people that—by converting natural gas to hydrogen— never once called in sick to work and retired there and to the Salvadoran community in produces both useable electricity and useable in June with over 6,000 hours in sick leave. California. I will forever remember the gen- heat. The heat is captured and reused to She has been called an ‘‘institution within an erosity and friendship of the Salvadoran peo- warm the building, and the electricity is har- institution’’ by her former supervisor at the ple, and I am proud to celebrate with them this nessed and channeled to supplement the field office. I would like to again thank Ms. Dia del Salvadoren˜o. structure’s power supply. And no contaminants Parsons for her wonderful and diligent service, f or particulates of any kind are, or will be, re- and wish her a wonderful retirement. Judging leased into the atmosphere or water supply at from the article on her, she still has a lot of JUNIOR ACHIEVEMENT VOLUN- any point in the process. spunk left. TEER OF THE YEAR DAVID This device is the first of its kind in use in I think all of us can learn a lot from Ms. Par- SCHRADER the State of New York to provide the com- sons’ spirit, hard work, and determination. bined supplemental heat and electricity for a Thank you Ms. Parsons, your hard work is the HON. PETER HOEKSTRA building. This device is called the ‘‘GenSys5C’’ foundation upon which our Nation was built. OF MICHIGAN and is produced by Plug Power in Latham, [From the Washington Post, June 29, 2002] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES New York—which, I am proud to say, is lo- NOT A SINGLE SICK DAY IN 62 YEARS cated in my Congressional District. This de- Friday, July 26, 2002 (By Allan Lengel) vice, Mr. Speaker, is called a fuel cell. Mildred Parsons, bucking the very laws of Mr. HOEKSTRA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Last year, I joined a number of my col- nature, worked as an FBI secretary in Wash- in recognition of a distinguished resident of leagues from both sides of the aisle to intro- ington for 62 years, 9 months and 2 days— Michigan’s Second Congressional District who duce H.R. 1275, a bill to provide tax incentives never once calling in sick. is being honored by an organization that has for the development and production of fuel Yesterday, clad in a bright-pink dress suit had an immeasurable impact on America. cells and related technologies. adorned with a white corsage, Parsons, 88, David Schrader, of Baker College in Mus- Wisely, this tax credit was included in both the longest-serving employee in FBI history, kegon, is Junior Achievement’s National High retired. Her final day on the job included a the House-passed and Senate passed visit to the office of the director, Robert S. School Volunteer of the Year. versions of the energy bill. As our colleagues Mueller III, and a party, during which former Mr. Schrader, a resident of Whitehall, Michi- on the conference committee meet to resolve and current co-workers showered her with gan, has volunteered for 2 years and taught the differences, I encourage them to support hugs and unbridled adulation. 34 JA classes in that time. Each class encom- the preservation of this provision in the final ‘‘No, I’m not going to cry,’’ she told well- passed an hour of time and focused on the report. wishers. ‘‘It is sad, but at the same time, it’s teaching of fundamentals of business and eco- Fuel cells, Mr. Speaker, represent the future nice. Everyone has to retire sometime. It’s nomics to students. Having started his own time for me to leave.’’ of energy efficiency, the future of clean and In nearly 63 years on the job, Parsons, accounting firm, and through his work as a renewable heat and electricity energy sources known as Millie, had a headache or two and professor at Baker College, Mr. Schrader was for our Nation. a cold, but no ailment serious enough to able to share his professional insights and ex- There are solutions to our energy crisis that make her stay home. periences with the students he instructed. avoid the continued depletion of our natural ‘‘I may have sneezed or something, or had Mr. Schrader brings a unique energy and resources and destruction of the environment, a little bit of a cold,’’ she said. ‘‘If I had a enthusiasm to the classroom, and he always and fuel cell technology is one of them. I am headache, I just went in there. If I was goes above and beyond in his efforts. He has proud to call attention to the milestone around people, I would forget.’’ volunteered to teach students at the elemen- Parsons said she doesn’t take vitamins or reached on Long Island by Plug Power. I call use secret herbs. ‘‘I eat whatever I want,’’ tary, middle and high school levels, and he upon my colleagues to continue to support re- she said. ‘‘I eat a lot of TV dinners, whatever has volunteered in rural parts of Michigan, so search and development in this field, in order sounds good or looks good at the time.’’ that young people in those areas can share in to ensure that success stories will continue to She gets some exercise. There’s ballroom the important business and economic edu- be told. As those present at the Babylon Town dancing and the six-block walk to the bus to cational programs supported by JA as well. Hall already know, the future is now, and it is stop each workday, and back again, from her Founded in 1919 as a collection of small, exemplified in the production of clean, efficient home in suburban Maryland. after-school business clubs for students in But she credited her good health to the joy energy using fuel cell technology. of ‘‘being around people.’’ Springfield, Massachusetts, Junior Achieve- f Parsons’s sick-free record became a matter ment serves as a testament to the human of pride—and legend—at the FBI. In the spirit and American ingenuity. Mr. Schrader is RECOGNITION OF RETIREMENT OF early 1990s, FBI agent Frank Scafidi pulled a one of the more than 100,000 volunteers who MILDRED PARSONS FROM THE prank, altering her pay-check stub to reflect assist JA in spreading the free enterprise mes- FEDERAL BUREAU OF INVES- an hour of sick leave. Furious, she got on the sage of hope and opportunity to young people TIGATION phone to FBI headquarters—then learned it across America. was a joke. Her boss, Van Harp, who heads the FBI Mr. Speaker, David Schrader represents the HON. ALBERT RUSSELL WYNN Washington field office near Judiciary proud and longstanding tradition of vol- OF MARYLAND Square, called her ‘‘an institution within an unteerism in the State of Michigan. I wish to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES institution.’’ Co-workers described her as congratulate him on his accomplishments and witty, with a good sense of humor but also a Friday, July 26, 2002 for his outstanding service to Junior Achieve- serious side. She liked to take charge, they ment and the students of Michigan. Mr. WYNN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to said, and she paid great attention to detail. ‘‘She was a stickler for everything.... f honor Mildred C. Parsons, a constituent in my district who recently retired from the Federal You have to have every comma in place, ON THE PROGRESS OF FUEL Bureau of Investigation. With the recent con- every ‘i’ dotted,’’ said Donna Cummings, ad- CELLS AND THE CONTINUING ministrative assistant to Harp. ‘‘But she troversial security revelations and the new re- liked to party and have a good time.’’ NEED FOR ALTERNATIVE EN- organization of the Homeland Security Depart- After graduating from high school in Fred- ERGY SOURCES ment, we have not heard much positive news erick in 1930, Parsons worked at the old about our Nation’s security agencies. Woodward & Lothrop department store in HON. MICHAEL R. McNULTY Despite what we often hear or see in the the District. In 1939, she took a job as a clerk-typist at FBI headquarters, moving to OF NEW YORK media, there are many dedicated individuals who are working diligently within these agen- the Washington field office in 1940. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES By the end of her career yesterday, she had cies. In particular, I would like to commend Friday, July 26, 2002 worked under six FBI directors and 30 bosses Ms. Mildred Parsons of Takoma Park, Mary- at the field office. Mr. McNULTY. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday of land, affectionately called ‘‘Millie’’ by her co- ‘‘People ask who my favorite boss was,’’ this week, at the Town Hall in Babylon, Long workers, for her tremendous service. Ms. Par- she said. ‘‘That’s something I do not discuss.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.093 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1441 I enjoyed working for the majority of them. at Berkeley. Susan has, however, made many and needs positive inspiration, Jake Everyone had a little different style, which intangible contributions during her career as Scheideman reminds us of the humanity and made it more interesting.’’ well. She has always demonstrated a firm compassion that is still out there. Some notable moments included being summoned to the office of J. Edgar Hoover, commitment to the principle of protected ac- f cess to knowledge and information, access who wanted to give her a 10-year anniversary UNITED WE STAND pin for her service. she believes should be equally available to all ‘‘He was very, very nice, very formal,’’ re- citizens. She has stood firm in the face of cen- called Parsons. sorship, and has fought for freedom of speech HON. HENRY J. HYDE She also remembers the time she spoke when it has been attacked by not only law- OF ILLINOIS with Shirley Temple. Her boss in the early makers but also from others within the library IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1950s, who was from California, had friends in system who would compromise this important Hollywood. One day, he asked her to get the Friday, July 26, 2002 actress on the phone. cornerstone of American democracy. Her work is commendable, and the ideals that drive her Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ‘‘I gave her my name. I said, ‘I think I’ve bring to your attention today an exemplary seen all your movies.’ . . . I had to tell her are equally remarkable. that.’’ Mr. Speaker, it is my great pleasure to poem written by a wonderful young American, Parsons was always discreet about dis- honor Susan Fuller before the House. I extend Kristina McLain. It is a forceful poem that I be- cussing her work. She wouldn’t even share my congratulations and warmest wishes to lieve will inspire other young people in our FBI information with her husband, who Susan for her commendable contributions. wonderful country. I am grateful that her proud drove her to work every day until his death grandmother, Jacqueline McLain, took time to in 1967. f forward this poem to me, and I hope my col- With leisure at hand, she plans to continue HONORING JAKE SCHEIDEMAN FOR leagues will take time to read these moving with ballroom dancing and keep up with her BEING WORLD CITIZEN OF THE words. favorite television program, ‘‘JAG.’’ Other than that, ‘‘I have no plans.... I YEAR UNITED WE STAND can’t help but miss [the FBI]. I mean, I’ve An Attack on our country been here for over 62 years. It will probably HON. MIKE THOMPSON Up way in the skies take a while to get adjusted.’’ OF CALIFORNIA Planes into towers As we say our goodbyes f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Stranded at the top COMMENDING MS. SUSAN FULLER Friday, July 26, 2002 Are so many lives Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, So many running HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA I rise today to honor Jake Scheideman for his Striving to survive OF CALIFORNIA humanitarian work in Nicaragua and his dedi- Through fear and pain So many lives will be changed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation to both his local community and the world. As a resident of my hometown of St. With such a catastrophe like this Friday, July 26, 2002 Helena, California, Jake has inspired the peo- So many will be missed Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ex- ple around him as well as the people of Nica- Did they notice press gratitude to Santa Clara County’s out- ragua. He has been recognized as one of St. How many lives were torn Did they notice standing librarian, Susan A. Fuller, who has Helena’s World Citizens of the Year. That a whole new nation was born announced her retirement after 37 years serv- Jake Scheideman has spent the last decade We need to fight back ing Santa Clara County. Susan has performed traveling between the United States and Nica- And know that we can her duties with great dedication and leader- ragua on a mission to build a baseball field in After this dreadful attack ship. Her work will be missed, but always ap- the small town of Matagalpa, Nicaragua. He United we stand preciated. has raised over $50,000 for the project and f During Susan’s service as County Librarian, has brought dozens American volunteers to the library was ranked first in the nation for its Nicaragua to assist with the building of the NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: AMERICA’S size in Hennen’s American Public Library dugouts and backstops. He has been helped NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME Index for the year 2000. Susan had the re- by General Charles Wilhelm, General Carrion sponsibility of working with the staff and elect- of the Nicaraguan Military, Ambassador Oliver HON. BART STUPAK ed officials of ten jurisdictions to restructure Garza as well as many others. The involve- OF MICHIGAN the County Library after tax shifts that caused ment of so many distinguished people attest to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a 40 percent revenue loss. Jake’s ability to motivate and inspire. One of Susan’s most notable accomplish- However, where Jake’s mark is most visible Friday, July 26, 2002 ments was her ability to build library use from is in the community where he worked. The Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 2,500,000 materials in circulation in 1985 to residents of Matagalpa, Nicaragua and its sur- express my strong support for a highly suc- nearly 8,450,000 materials in 2001. Her loyalty rounding areas have come to call the project cessful community—based crime prevention during a time of great stress in California li- the ‘‘Field of Dreams.’’ An American Flag flies program known as National Night Out. NNO, braries reflects her enthusiasm and strength. beside the Nicaraguan Flag and is proudly which will occur on August 6, 2002, is widely Furthermore, her welcoming personality en- raised at every game. known as America’s night out against crime abled her to develop trusting relationships with Jake Scheideman received a Bachelors De- where people in thousands of communities ten district jurisdictions. gree in Business Management from Pacific take to the streets to support their commu- During her time with the library, Susan Union College in 1991. After graduation Jake nities. showed her interest in improving library serv- moved to St. Helena where he quickly became Since 1984, the NNO has promoted neigh- ices through renovation and increased elec- involved in the community. He was a Parks borhood watch programs and established po- tronic services. She was honored with Library and Recreation Commissioner for six years, a lice community partnerships in the fight Journal’s title of National Librarian of the Year member of the Napa Valley Conference and against crime. It has expanded from a pro- 1998. In 1995, she received both the ‘‘Out- Visitors Bureau Board for four years and was gram involving 2.5 million people in 400 com- standing Public Administrator of the Year’’ and President of the St. Helena Merchant Associa- munities in 1984 to nearly 33 million people in ‘‘Outstanding Public Program of the Year’’ tion. He has been active in the St. Helena 10,000 communities in 2002. National Night awards from the Santa Clara Valley Chapter Chamber of Commerce, serving as its Presi- Out, which receives part of its funding from of the American Society of Public Administra- dent in 1999. He also founded important com- the Byrne Grant program, is one of the fastest tors. In 1991, Susan also negotiated two high- munity events and organizations. Jake has growing, cost effective community anti-crime ly politicized censorship issues: the rights of been a Volunteer Firefighter and Emergency programs in the nation. minors to access material on video and Medical Technician for the St. Helena Volun- National Night Out was created by the Na- through the Internet. teer Fire Department for twelve years. tional Association of Town Watch (NATW), a Susan has been a true role model for the Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing nonprofit, community crime prevention mem- community, and has excelled in many facets the achievements of Jake Scheideman. At a bership organization in Wynnewood, PA. of her job since she earned her Masters in Li- time when this country is feeling the repercus- NATW develops relationships between the brary Science from the University of California sions of the inhumane acts of September 11th local community and law enforcement officers

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.096 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1442 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 in order to build safer and more secure neigh- of a community and that our common con- mend Mr. Wei for having the foresight to cre- borhoods to reduce crime, decrease local vio- cerns and shared values are as important as ate such an important learning institution. lence, and lower the demand for drugs. NATW individual rights. When we act together, and The mission statement of the museum is ‘‘to look out for one another, our communities provides information, program support and remember those events of World War Two in become safer and fundamentally better Asia, preserve them through photographs, technical assistance to its associated mem- places in which to live and raise our families. bers, which include Neighborhood, Crime, One of the reasons we so strongly support written word and multimedia, and to educate Community, Town and Block Watch groups, the concept of neighborhood watch is that it the public now and in the future so that the law enforcement agencies, state and regional literally grew up in our back yard. The seeds wounds of the past may be healed through re- crime prevention organizations, businesses, of National Night Out were planted in our pentance of the perpetrators and forgiveness civic groups, and community volunteers. tri-state area of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, from the victims and their families.’’ I greatly support the mission of NATW and and Delaware nearly two decades ago. This museum will have photographic exhib- National Night Out, and in past Congresses What began in a few mid-Atlantic states its of the Asian Holocaust of World War Two, has now grown to become a national grass- have introduced resolutions in recognition of which was perpetrated by the invading and oc- roots event supporting communities orga- cupying forces of Japan in Asian countries in- NNO, and have supported continued funding nized in local chapters to fight crime year for the program. The House passed resolu- round. It is an amazing event when you con- cluding China, Korea, the Philippines, Singa- tions in support of National Night Out in 2000 sider that currently one out of every nine pore, Indonesia, and Malaysia, as well as sto- and 2001. Americans participates. ries of the American defense of Bataan and This year I have again introduced a resolu- We believe in a neighborhood watch con- Corregidor. The museum will tell the story of tion expressing support of the House for this cept because it works. Studies show that 95 the plight of the American POWs who were important event. H. Res. 437 commends Na- percent of all police arrests are the direct re- forced to work for Japanese companies as sult of a citizen phone call. They also show tional Night Out and encourages the President slave laborers in coal mines, shipyards, cop- that neighborhood watch programs effec- per mines and steel mills and their horrible and his administration to focus appropriate at- tively lower crime rates. tention on neighborhood crime prevention and Neighborhood Watch programs, like those hell ships experiences. community policing, and to coordinate federal championed during the National Night Out Existing exhibits made by the Alliance for efforts to participate in ‘‘National Night Out’’, event, have been a valuable part of crime and Preserving the Truth of Sino-Japanese War including supporting local efforts, neighbor- drug prevention for decades. Today, crime (APTSJW) on the Rape of Nanking, Comfort hood watches and local officials to provide watch programs also can play an important Women, and Japanese Unit 731 biological and homeland security. role in heightening awareness to combat ter- chemical warfare, will be on display at the mu- rorism and uniting neighborhoods to respond I am grateful to Chairman SENSENBRENNER seum as well. A special display on anthrax at- and assist one another in the event of emer- tacks in China by Japan during the years and the Judiciary Committee for last week’s gencies. voice vote passage of this resolution, and I 1942Ð1944 will also be shown. At a time when homeland security is on I commend Eugene Wei for educating the thank Chairman SENSENBRENNER for his great the minds of everyone, we support every ef- help on this issue. fort to bring Americans together by per- public about the atrocities that took place in Recently the Senate passed Senators BIDEN suading them to volunteer in their commu- the Pacific Theater during World War Two. and SPECTER’s companion resolution on NNO, nities. This is not an easy history to tell, but it must S. Res. 284. The Senators have also authored With the nation on a permanent terror be told so that we do not repeat it in the fu- an op-ed that appeared in several news- alert, neighborhood volunteers can play a ture. Mr. Speaker, I encourage all those who crucial role in identifying potential dangers papers, highlighting NNO, neighborhood have the opportunity, to visit this important and, if need be, alerting law enforcement and museum. watch, volunteerism and community-crime pre- emergency officials. Psychologically, the vention, I commend the op-ed written by Sen- knowledge that trusted members of our com- f ators BIDEN and SPECTER and request that it munity are providing an extra measure of se- MINNESOTA’S 10TH ANNUAL be included in the RECORD. curity should reassure everyone. STAND DOWN Neighborhood watch and community crime We applaud every effort to support Neigh- prevention are especially important in the borhood Watch because it is about building HON. BETTY McCOLLUM aftermath of September 11th and I encourage community, preventing crime, and, now, OF MINNESOTA my colleagues to participate in NNO on Au- thwarting terrorism. Working side by side with local law enforcement, neighborhood IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gust 6th. crime watch groups are an invaluable re- Friday, July 26, 2002 HOW NEIGHBORS CAN HELP THWART source. TERRORISM The tragic events of last Sept. 11 reminded Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today (By Joseph R. Biden and Arlen Specter) us of the importance of family and friends, in support of Minnesota’s 10th annual Stand faith, neighbors, and communities. It also re- Remember when neighbors knew neigh- Down, held August 1Ð4, 2002. minded us how closely all of America’s com- bors? Remember front porches? Remember Minnesota Stand Down is an annual event munities are linked. hot summer nights when families sat on the that provides homeless veterans and their Every year, National Night Out serves as a front stoop and talked over the fence? families with a break from the daily struggles On Aug. 6 of this year, more than 33 mil- great opportunity for Americans to get to of unemployment, personal issues, and med- know their neighbors, become involved in lion people in 9,700 communities from all 50 ical and legal problems. Over the past nine states will participate in the 19th-annual Na- their communities, and show their sense of patriotism. years, 3900 volunteers have gathered on the tional Night Out to revitalize the America’s banks of the Mississippi River to give their neighborhood spirit and remind us of a time This Aug. 6, National Night Out will bring when neighbors routinely looked out for one Americans together again to help make a time and energy serving thousands of home- another, and everyone knew the cop on the difference, one doorstep at a time. Let’s all less and near homeless veterans and their beat. This year, as our nation recovers from be part of it. families. The unified efforts of these volunteers the shock of Sept. 11, we encourage everyone f provide a brief, yet welcoming, respite for to participate. those veterans who face the struggles of the This will be a National Night Out Against COMMEMORATING THE AMERICAN street and the despairs of poverty. Crime, and we urge every citizen from coast MUSEUM OF ASIAN HOLOCAUST I am proud to be a cosponsor of a bill rec- to coast to turn on outside lights, to took OF WWII (1931–1945) ognizing the merits of Stand Downs and in- over the fence and open the gates, get to know your neighbors, meet with local police, creasing the number of Stand Downs in Amer- and participate in block parties and parades. HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA ica. H.R. 3271, the Bruce Vento Stand Down In concert with the National Association OF CALIFORNIA Act, will enact a pilot program authorizing the of Town Watch, National Night Out has been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Secretary of Veterans Affairs to conduct and at the forefront of community crime preven- participate in at least one Stand Down in tion and neighborhood watch for nearly two Friday, July 26, 2002 every state. This effort will also increase the decades, encouraging citizens to become ac- Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to number of Stand Downs in America through a tive supporters and caretakers of their com- congratulate Eugene Wei on the grand open- partnership between the Department of Vet- munities. The effort involves citizens in all 50 states ing of the American Museum of Asian Holo- erans Affairs, veterans’ service organizations, who volunteer to make a difference by lead- caust, located at 400 Taylor Avenue in Falls and community volunteers in coordinating ing anti-crime efforts in their communities— Creek, Pennsylvania. The museum came Stand Down events for our nation’s homeless restoring the sense that we are all members about as a result of Mr. Wei’s vision. I com- veterans.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.100 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1443 The Minnesota Stand Down is a fitting and were based on extremely flawed trials in which Considering the long hours required of a worthy event, recognizing the efforts of the she was denied due process. Her first convic- firefighter, and how strenuous those hours can veterans in our community and providing tion by a hooded military tribunal was so taint- be, it is amazing how much Dennis has con- needed relief from the difficulties of day-to-day ed that it was thrown out by Peru. Earlier this tributed to our community outside of his fire- life. As a state legislator, I was especially month, the Inter-American Commission on fighting duties. For fourteen years, Dennis proud to represent veterans in Minnesota and Human Rights announced that her second trial served as President of the International Asso- champion their patriotism, courage and honor. was also flawed, determining that the Peruvian ciation of Fire Fighters Local 1165, bringing As a Member of Congress, I will continue sup- government violated Ms. Berenson’s rights. improved working conditions and increased porting Stand Downs across the country and I Indeed, much of the evidence used against benefits to his peers while working to maintain encourage my colleagues to do the same. Lori was gathered during her discredited mili- a strong labor-management partnership. He f tary trial, in many cases from witnesses who has also helped the Department procure gov- had been subjected to torture. Most of the wit- ernmental relief from budget problems, and RECOGNIZING NORMAN AND LINDA nesses have since recanted their earlier state- has played a major role in making the County MANZER FOR BEING WORLD ments. The only witness against Lori at the Fire Department more efficient and accessible. CITIZENS OF THE YEAR second trial received a reduced sentence in He not only understands the needs of the em- return for his initial testimony condemning Lori ployees in his own community, but also works HON. MIKE THOMPSON and, on the eve of Lori’s second trial, was effectively between community fire depart- OF CALIFORNIA given a new trial so that he can get another ments by using his managerial savvy to facili- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reduction in sentence. Furthermore, court pro- tate mergers. From every point of view, he ceedings clearly show that the judges had de- Friday, July 26, 2002 has made an invaluable contribution to the fire cided the verdict long before this trial began. departments of the Bay Area. Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, How fair is a trial in which a judge proclaims Dennis received a letter of commendation in I rise today to honor Norman and Linda a defendant guilty while witnesses are still 1997 for fighting the ‘‘Cats’’ fire in Los Gatos Manzer for being named St. Helena World being heard? Even this badly tainted court ad- and a Merit Award for outstanding service in Citizens of the Year 2002. As residents of St. mitted that Lori was innocent of terrorist acts 1999, but Dennis has done much more for the Helena for over 30 years, they have continued or of belonging to a terrorist organization. Fur- community that goes largely unnoticed. He is to make positive contortions to my hometown. ther, the law under which Lori was convicted a coach in the local PONY baseball and soft- Norm and Linda Manzer have dedicated has been widely condemned by the inter- ball league, and he is an organizer and active their lives to making their city, their country national community for its broad scope and participant in local fundraisers for charity and and the world better through community serv- outrageously heavy penalties. labor concerns. Much to my delight, Mr. The Inter-American Commission has spoken ice. Norm and Linda have made thirteen trips DeMelloPine is also a strong and active sup- and Peru should listen. Lori has condemned to Russia in the past decade for humanitarian porter of the Democratic Party. work with Rotary International, which is an or- terrorism and has said that she opposed the Dennis’s commitment to family is every bit ganization of business and professional lead- violence and deaths there have been. Peru as strong as his commitment to the community ers united worldwide who provide humani- embarrasses itself by continuing to keep her in and to his career. He has close relationships tarian service, encourage high ethical stand- prison based on a flawed trial and an indefen- with his brothers, cousins, aunts and uncles, ards in all vocations and help build goodwill sible statute. relationships serving as an important balance She has been in prison for far too long. It and peace in the world. Norm and Linda have to the demanding nature and stressfulness of is time for Lori to come home. been instrumental in Rotary International’s his job. Most importantly, Dennis’s mother has Children of Russia Project. Norm and Linda’s f been a good friend and a great parent to her tireless work to improve the lives of the Rus- COMMENDING MR. DENNIS son for his whole life, and much of the suc- sian people has been invaluable. DEMELLOPINE cess Dennis has enjoyed in life can be attrib- Norm has worked as a General Insurance uted to this wonderful woman. Agent for 29 years. His insurance office has HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA Mr. Speaker, I commend Mr. Dennis grown along with the St. Helena community to OF CALIFORNIA DeMelloPine and wish him and his lovely provide for over 1200 families. He has volun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fiancee, Miss Pattie Christman, all the best on teered his time to a number of organizations. the occasion of their wedding. They have both Friday, July 26, 2002 He served as President of the Silverado Chap- brought much happiness and security to our ter of the American Red Cross, President of Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to community, and may they now do the same the St. Helena Chamber of Commerce. He is commend Mr. Dennis DeMelloPine, and to for each other. a member of the Napa County Farm Bureau wish him and his fiancee, Miss Pattie f and the co-founder of Friends of Napa Valley. Christman, the very best on the occasion of He has lectured at Pacific Union College and their marriage. A native of Santa Clara, Cali- TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE SERVICE St. Helena High School. fornia, Mr. DeMelloPine has devoted a tre- OF MARION P. CARNELL Linda has dedicated her life to her family mendous amount of time and energy to com- and community. In addition to her community munity leadership, labor leadership, and chari- HON. LINDSEY O. GRAHAM service work, she and Norm raised two won- table causes. His greatest contribution, how- OF SOUTH CAROLINA derfully successful children. ever, has been his professional career-thirty IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing years of dedicated service to the Bay Area as Friday, July 26, 2002 the achievements of Norm and Linda Manzer. a firefighter. The town of St. Helena, the entire Napa Val- Dennis’s love for aviation as a young man Mr. GRAHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ley, and our nation should aspire to achieve led him to become a United Airlines mechanic, honor Mr. Marion P. Carnell of Ware Shoals, the success of these two great Americans. in which capacity he perfected the skills that South Carolina. Mr. Carnell has lead an ex- f would eventually help him become a licensed traordinary life, more than half of which has pilot. But Dennis decided to make aviation an been dedicated to our state in the capacity of LORI BERENSON avocation rather than a career, and in 1972, a state legislator. I am proud to represent him he joined the Santa Clara County Fire Depart- in the United States Congress. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY ment. Over the course of the next decade Mr. Carnell graduated from Ware Shoals OF NEW YORK Dennis served in several different commu- High School in 1945. Among his many accom- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nities, and became a Fire Captain in 1979. A plishments are an Honorary Doctor of Law De- few years later, he settled in permanently at gree from The Citadel in 1993 and an Hon- Friday, July 26, 2002 the University Avenue Station in Los Gatos, orary Ph.D. of Law from Lander University in Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, where he has served for the last twenty years. 1999. Currently Mr. Carnell is a successful re- for almost seven years, Lori Berenson, an His fellow firefighters could not have been tail merchant and President of Piggly Wiggly American, has been imprisoned in Peru under happier about that decision: when Dennis is Stores in the towns of Ninety-Six and Ware exceptionally harsh conditions that have seri- not out on a job he is busy cooking his com- Shoals, South Carolina. Mr. Carnell and his ously affected her health. From the beginning, pany some of the best meals to be found in wife of 52-years, Sara, are the proud parents many of us have said that Lori’s convictions town. of Marion Ray and the late Toni Lynn. They

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.103 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1444 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 are also the proud grandparents of five grand- traffic stop in Irwindale, California. The prime services that they provide for the people of children. suspect in the cold-blooded execution style California. The programs are true assets to Since being elected to the General Assem- murder of this police officer is a known and re- the State of California and its communities bly in 1961, Mr. Carnell has diligently worked peated violent criminal and is believed to have and I speak on behalf of the people of Cali- to improve the health care system in South fled to his native Mexico. If arrested in Mexico, fornia when I thank the BCC SSP for its serv- Carolina, taking extra steps to advocate for there is no guarantee that Deputy March’s kill- ices. the mentally and physically disabled. er will ever be brought to justice. Current On several occasions many organizations Mexican policy would prevent extradition for f have named Mr. Carnell Legislator of the any future prosecution in the United States for Year. The Greenwood Area Chamber of Com- the murder of Deputy March—a crime that THE LAW ENFORCEMENT PART- merce inducted Mr. Carnell into the Green- under California law requires at least a poten- NERSHIP TO COMBAT TER- wood County Hall of Fame for his contribution tial life sentence. RORISM ACT to the economic prosperity and quality of life For years criminals have fled our southern in Greenwood County. In 1962 he was named border to evade our justice system, and we the Woodman Outstanding Man of the Year, in now have a case where a cop killer is be- HON. JIM SAXTON 1990 he was awarded the Special Service lieved to have done the same. OF NEW JERSEY Award, and in 1995 and 1999 the S.C. Citi- Mr. Speaker, Mexico claims that no matter IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES zens and Merchants Association honored him what the crime, a criminal can in fact be reha- as an Outstanding Legislator. These are just a bilitated and thus does not respect our pen- Friday, July 26, 2002 few of his many accomplishments that have alties. Our penalties, however, are the way Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to set him apart and are a testament to his serv- we, the United States, send a message to introduce the Law Enforcement Partnership to ice to South Carolina. those who disdain our laws and way of life. I Combat Terrorism Act. This legislation seeks I am exceptionally proud to note that Mr. strongly urge everyone in this room to support to designate 25 percent of available COPS Carnell has recently received the Order of the extradition reform and ensure that cop killers grant funding for the hiring and training of in- Palmetto. Awarded by the Governor of South do not flee to Mexico to escape justice. telligence officers and analysts by state and Carolina, this award is the state’s highest civil- f local police departments, in an effort to further ian honor. Mr. Carnell rightly deserves this promote our nations anti-terrorism efforts. great honor for his 40 years of hard work and HONORING THE BLUE CROSS OF dedication in ensuring a bright future for our CALIFORNIA STATE SPONSORED Much has changed since September 11, state. PROGRAMS FOR THEIR DEDI- 2001. With a heightened awareness of the Mr. Speaker, I hope this body will join me CATED SERVICE devastating effects of terrorism, our nation is today in honoring Mr. Marion P. Carnell for his undergoing change on every level, in order to hard work and dedication to the people of HON. MIKE THOMPSON ensure that National and Homeland Security South Carolina. OF CALIFORNIA are at the forefront of our agenda. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As the Chairman of the House Armed Serv- Friday, July 26, 2002 ices Special Oversight Panel on Terrorism, I EXTRADITION TREATY WITH have played an active role in many of these MEXICO Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, initiatives. While many important steps have I rise today to honor the Blue Cross of Cali- already been taken in fighting the war of ter- HON. DAN MILLER fornia State Sponsored Programs (BCC SSP) rorism, I believe that more can be done to en- OF FLORIDA for their dedicated service to the citizens of sure a concentrated, connected, nation-wide IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES California. The BCC SSP has had a tremen- effort. dous impact on over one million low-income To this end, I feel that it is imperative to en- Friday, July 26, 2002 Californians who would otherwise be without hance the anti-terrorism efforts of our police Mr. DAN MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I health insurance. BCC SSP is the largest departments, as opposed to simply providing rise today to bring an issue to the floor of commercial health plan provider involved in funding for the traditional community policing great importance to every member of this California’s Medi-Cal Managed Care and efforts. Designating 25 percent of available body and to the entire nation. Throughout my Healthy Families Programs, and is the only COPS funding to increase the number of law career on Capitol Hill I have worked hard to health plan that serves every county in the enforcement officers involved in activities that ensure that criminals who flee our borders are state. are focused on intelligence efforts is an impor- returned to face our justice system. Unfortu- One of the primary challenges that the BCC tant step in this direction. nately, many criminals are never returned to SSP has faced is the vastly different ethnic the United States, particularly those who flee and regional characteristics of California. To The Law Enforcement Partnership to Com- to Mexico. Too many criminals are running meet the challenge of serving this diverse bat Terrorism Act states that specialized train- south where, in violation of our bilateral extra- population, the BCC SSP has created Com- ing will be provided for one intelligence officer dition treaty, the government refuses to extra- munity Resource Centers in eleven counties. and one analyst officer per grant recipient. dite criminals who may face a penalty of life These centers are staffed by local profes- Such training will include enhancing the offi- imprisonment or the death penalty. This is an sionals who have a deep understanding and cers’ observation, information gathering, for- outrage! Why should hardened criminals with commitment to the community. Using this re- eign language, and analytic skills necessary to no respect for human life be allowed to serve gional approach ensures that every community spot terrorist threats in their communities. lesser penalties in Mexico or even be set free gets the most appropriate and helpful health These officers, in turn, will be able to share in direct violation of our treaty? They should care services it needs. their skills with the other members of their po- not. They should be returned to face our legal The BCC SSP has received awards from lice force. In addition, my legislation directs system. the California Department of Health Services the Attorney General to ensure that all intel- This is a problem that has tormented many for quality improvement and clinical quality of ligence and analyst officers have top secret prosecutors and plagued many states, includ- care standard assessment studies. In 2001 security clearances. Such security clearances ing my home State of Florida. I recognized the the American Association of Health Plans rec- will allow these State and local law enforce- need for extradition reform after Jose Luis Del ognized five of BCC SSP’s innovative member ment officers to share information with Federal Torro killed a mother of four in Sarasota, Flor- service programs as Best Practices, including: officials, facilitating a concentrated effort. ida and fled to Mexico. After an enormous the Asthma Management Program, the Pre- By providing the necessary funding, we can amount of negotiation, we were able to bring natal Program, its AIDS Program, the Fire further promote coordination among Federal, Del Torro to justice. But instead of a possible Safety Program and the statewide Telemedi- State, and local law enforcement officers to death sentence, arrangements were made for cine Program. The BCC SSP has received nu- ensure an interconnected, concentrated effort Del Torro to spend the rest of his life in a jail merous awards for its innovation in health in our war on terrorism. I am confident that cell. care. these efforts will be successful in allowing In May of this year, David March, a dedi- Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time state and local law enforcement officers to cated 33-year-old Los Angeles County Sher- that we recognize the Blue Cross of California play a vital role in the enhancement of our iff’s Deputy, was shot to death during a routine State Sponsored Programs for the tremendous Homeland Security.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.107 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1445 CONDEMNING THE HUMAN RIGHTS I ask my colleagues to imagine living each near the Madison Avenue entrance, not far VIOLATIONS AGAINST WEST day under the threat of violence. Imagine liv- from his early home on Newington Avenue. PAPUA BY THE INDONESIAN ing with the knowledge that at least one mem- The bronze memorial plague, designed by stu- GOVERNMENT ber of every family in your town has experi- dents of Aesthetic Realism, includes a sculp- enced a loss of a loved one at the hands of tured portrait and poetry. HON. ROBERT A. UNDERWOOD the Indonesian militia. Imagine living with the Mayor Martin O’Malley has designated Au- OF GUAM fear that your child may be kidnaped by armed gust 16, 2002 as ‘Eli Siegel Day’ in Baltimore. At this time, I would like to insert the Mayor’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gunmen, only to be found burned and buried proclamation and a few of Eli Siegel’s poems Friday, July 26, 2002 in a shallow grave. West Papuans don’t have to imagine. They live with this every day. found in the June 5, 2002 of the Aesthetic Re- Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise We acted in the case of East Timor and the alism Foundation magazine for the record. today to bring attention to a problem of grow- results have been spectacular. Since it be- Eli Siegel died in 1978, but his poetry and ing concern in Southeast Asia. I want to in- came a sovereign nation on May 20, 2002, the the education of Aesthetic Realism will be form my colleagues of the human rights viola- people have regained the rights and liberties studied in every English, literature, and art tions committed by the Indonesian government which all people are entitled to. Had Congress classroom across the nation for years to against the people of West Papua. For the last not intervened when East Timorians were come. I would like to end this tribute by reciting a forty years, West Papuans have lived under under heavy rule by the Indonesian govern- poem Eli Siegel wrote honoring Dr. Martin Lu- the rule of a government that has virtually dement, surely they would not be celebrating the ther King, Jr.: clared martial law on people who only want to new freedoms that they enjoy today. participate in the determination of their own Mr. Speaker, our actions in East Timor SOMETHING ELSE SHOULD DIE: A POEM WITH destiny. Like in East Timor before their inde- helped give birth to the world’s newest democ- RHYMES pendence from Indonesia, the military and racy that thrives today. We must continue to (By Eli Siegel) local law enforcement officials continue to vio- note the events in West Papua and take ac- In April 1865 late the human and civil rights of West tion when it is necessary. For too long, we Abraham Lincoln died. Papuans. In April 1968 have remained silent on the issues of human Martin Luther King died. West Papua has been under the rule of for- and civil rights around the world. It is time for eign governments for almost three hundred Their purpose was to have us say, some day; us to take a stand. I urge my colleagues to Injustice died. years, beginning with colonization by the Brit- join me in condemning the actions of the Indo- ish in 1793 to the Dutch in the mid twentieth Eli Siegel wrote poems for more than six nesian government. A peaceful resolution to decades. These poems expressed his century. In the early 1960s, West Papuans al- West Papuan independence is possible, but it most realized their dream of self determination thoughts on people, feelings, everyday life, must be with the cooperation of the Indo- love, nature, history. I am proud to offer this with a Dutch-sponsored election for a local nesian government and military. tribute. government called the West New Guinea f Thank you. Council. Unfortunately, the results of the Dutch plan were rejected by the United Nations. The HONORING ELI SIEGEL [From Aesthetic Realism Foundation, June Indonesian military subsequently invaded 5, 2002] West Papua. After nearly a decade of uncer- THE RIGHT OF AESTHETIC REALISM TO BE HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS KNOWN tainty, the U.N. in 1969, supervised a vote for OF MARYLAND BALTIMORE REPRESENTS THE WORLD— the so called ‘‘Act of Free Choice’’ which gave IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONTEMPT CAUSES INSANITY representatives a vote between independence Friday, July 26, 2002 Dear Unknown Friends: In this issue we re- or continued rule under the Indonesian gov- print the text of a public document that is ernment. This vote did not truly reflect the Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today beautifully important in the history of cul- opinions of the West Papuans because only to honor a great Baltimorean poet, educator, ture and justice. It is a proclamation by the 195 out of the 1,026 elected representatives and founder of Aesthetic Realism, Eli Siegel. Mayor of Baltimore, the city in which Eli actually voted. As reported in New Internation- Mr. Siegel was born in 1902 and grew up in Siegel spent his early years. Mr. Siegel was alist Magazine, most of those votes were cast Baltimore, Maryland where his contributions to born on August 16, 1902, and the proclama- under pressure by military leaders. literature and humanity began. Mr. Siegel tion is a formal honoring of him on his cen- tenary: an expression of pride in and grati- Over the years, the people of West Papua founded the philosophy Aesthetic Realism in tude for his work, by this major American formed an independence movement coordi- 1941, based on principles such as: man’s city. It describes truly some of Mr. Siegel’s nated by the Papuan Council under the lead- deepest desire, his largest desire, is to like the greatness and the principles of the philos- ership of Mr. Theys Hijo Eluay. I am sad to re- world on an honest or accurate basis, and that ophy he founded, Aesthetic Realism. port that Mr. Eluay, a revered figure among the world, art, and self explain each other: The mayoral proclamation was first read his people, was assassinated last November. each is the aesthetic oneness of opposites. publicly on April 28 in the Wheeler Audito- According to a report published by the Institute Mr. Siegel explained that the deepest desire rium of Baltimore’s distinguished Enoch Pratt Free Library. It began an event hosted for Human Rights Study and Advocacy, Mr. of every person is, ‘‘to like the world on an by the Library in partnership with the Aes- Eluay’s death was caused by asphyxiation. honest basis.’’ He gave thousands of lectures thetic Realism Foundation, ‘‘The Poetry of While this report only moderately implies that on the arts and sciences. Eli Siegel: A Centennial Celebration.’’ the military and police were responsible, it rec- Mr. Siegel’s work continues at the not-for- I and others have written much about the ognizes that the assassination may be part of profit Aesthetic Realism Foundation in New horrible anger Mr. Siegel met from persons a military strategy to quell the independence York City, where classes, lectures, workshops, who resented the vastness of his knowledge, dramatic presentations, and poetry readings the fullness of his honesty, the newness of movement. Other tactics used include arbitrary his thought. The Baltimore Proclamation executions, random detention, torture, kidnap are offered. In addition, a teaching method, stands for what is natural and just: if some- and rape have been frequently used by the based on aesthetic realism, has been tested in thing or someone is great—and Eli Siegel military. The Indonesian government has de- New York City public schools. The teaching is—we should rejoice. clared that any protest or congregation of dis- method has been tremendously successful. When a public document is mighty it is be- sident groups would be seen as treason and Understanding and using the teaching method cause, while impersonal, it embodies the stopped immediately. may be used as an effective tool to stop rac- deep feelings of people, their beating hearts, and the careful judgment of their minds. A few weeks ago, I had the pleasure of ism and promote tolerance; because it en- This Proclamation does. It resounds and is meeting with Mr. Thom Beanal, Acting Chair- ables people of all races to see others with re- warm. With its legal structure, it stands, for man of the Presidium of the Papuan Council spect and kindness. example, for my own love of Mr. Siegel, my and Mr. Willy Mandowen, Facilitator for the In 1925, Eli Siegel won the esteemed ‘‘Na- intellectual opinion of him: it represents Dialogue for the Presidium of the Papuan tion’’ Poetry Prize for ‘‘Hot Afternoons Have people now and for all time. Council. These men and their colleagues, who Been in Montana,’’ which brought him to na- In honor of Baltimore as representing the are proponents of independence and human tional attention. ‘‘Hot Afternoons,’’ Mr. Siegel world, and to show something of Eli Siegel early in his life, we include here two writings rights, advocate their cause through peaceful said, was affected by his thoughts of Druid Hill by him from the Baltimore American. After means, yet they continue to face threats of Park. And so, it is fitting that on August 16, his winning the Nation Poetry Prize in Feb- physical harm by the military who oppose the 2002, the city of Baltimore will dedicate the Eli ruary 1925, Mr. Siegel was a columnist for independence movement. Siegel Memorial at Druid Hill Park on a site the American, a major newspaper of the time.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.113 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1446 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 First, we reprint a column about the fire- whole reach of human knowledge . . . to dis- called on to fight some fire, and fighting men of Baltimore. The way of seeing people cover in its labyrinth some order or system’’; fires is a risky thing. Insurance companies that is in it stands for who Mr. Siegel was, and are pretty slow in giving insurance to fire- and is central to Aesthetic Realism. Fifty Whereas, Eli Siegel showed that (1) the men. Then he is on the watch, every man of years later, in his Goodbye Profit System deepest desire of every person is to like the the force in the engine house, from one to lectures of the 1970s, he said with ringing world honestly, (2) humanity’s largest dan- two hours a day. So although the fireman’s clarity that the most important question for ger is contempt, ‘‘the addition to self through life may be romantic, it’s work all right, too, America is ‘‘What does a person deserve by the lessening of something else,’’ (3) ‘‘The world, and work isn’t romantic at all. being a person?’’ That is the big question art, and self explain each other: each is the aes- The fireman has a lot of annoyances. While today, in 2002: it cries to be asked plainly thetic oneness of opposites’’; and his scholar- sleeping he may be awakened at any time by and answered honestly. It was at the basis of ship and historic comprehension are in his the ringing of the gong, for an alarm is heard the kind, passionately logical thought of Eli books, beginning with Self and World, the in more than one engine house at one time. Siegel at age 22 as he wrote about Balti- classes he taught which changed people’s When the gong rings, out of bed he gets and more’s firemen. lives magnificently, his thousands of lec- slides down a pole; and if you saw that pole In his teaching of Aesthetic Realism, Mr. tures on the arts, sciences, and history; and you’t think it a dangerous thing to slide Siegel showed that there are two aspects to Whereas, this education he founded, ena- down on the middle of the night just after what every person deserves. He was beautiful bling people to see the world and others with you have awakened. When a fireman sleeps and uncompromising about people’s need for the respect and kindness they deserve, in- he doesn’t know what may happen next; he both, and we see both in this article: 1) cluding people of different races and nation- can’t say, as many people do when they go to Every person deserves to live with dignity— alities, is continued by Class Chairman Ellen bed, ‘‘Well, nothing to worry about until to- deserves sufficient money, just compensa- Reiss and the faculty of the not-for-profit morrow.’’ Morning and night don’t mean tion for his labor, respectful working condi- Aesthetic Realism Foundation, and is used much to a fireman. tions. And 2) a person deserves to be com- as a Teaching Method with unprecedented The fireman gets $1500 a year, $125 a prehended, his thoughts and feelings under- success by educators in public schools—we month, about $30 a week. A fireman gets stood. In Aesthetic Realism, Mr. Siegel pro- salute Eli Siegel for his great contributions married and has a family; these families live vided the means by which every person, in to knowledge and humanity beginning in the on $30 a week. That is, they have to live on all our dear individuality, can be understood City of Baltimore. it. to our very core. NOW, THEREFORE, I, MARTIN O’MALLEY, The fireman needs to be paid much more; The second writing in the 1925 paper con- MAYOR OF THE CITY OF BALTIMORE, do hereby no getting away from that. The city could cerns a memorial hall, just opened to the proclaim August 16, 2002 as ‘‘Eli Siegel Day’’ pay it if it stopped doing fool business and public in Baltimore, honoring soldiers of in Baltimore, and do urge all citizens to join hurtful business in paying big sums to offi- that city who died during World War I. in this celebration. cials who have high sounding titles, but Under the heading ‘‘War Is Remembered,’’ IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set don’t do anything much in the way of useful Mr. Siegel writes four poems from the points the Great Seal of the City of Baltimore to be work. The fireman is a man it pays to keep of view of four different people, each of affixed this twenty-eighth day of April, two contented; and when a man can support him- whom sees the memorial differently. His jus- thousand two. self and his family without worrying greatly tice to people is such that their feelings [SIGNED] MARTIN O’MALLEY, MAYOR doing it, he can be contended; but $30 a week come to us now; the mother of a dead soldier, won’t do it, and ought not to do it. Every and an unemployed man of 1925, are immor- [From the Baltimore American, February 12, fireman, when approached by me, seemed to tal and musical. And Mr. Siegel is the philos- 1925] think he was dealt with unjustly by the city. opher who would explain at last the cause of CITY TREATS FIREMAN UNFAIRLY, DUE MORE He is willing to do his job well, but he feels war: the human desire for contempt. PAY, ASSERTS SIEGEL he could do it better if he didn’t have to Humanity needs the knowledge and hon- (By Eli Siegel) worry about making a living. . . . If a fire keeps on after working hours, esty of Eli Siegel. These exist now and for- The talented young poet, Eli Siegel, who joined ever in Aesthetic Realism. of course he works on. He gets a pension the American staff this week, turned the light of more than likely if he’s injured, and his wife —Ellen Reiss, Class Chairman his open-minded genius yesterday on the lives of of Aesthetic Realism gets one if he’s killed; but a sound uncripled the Baltimore firemen. He went out and discov- body is worth many, many pensions. Pen- ered hitherto unrevealed duties which they per- sions are unsatisfactory things when one PROCLAMATION BY MAYOR MARTIN O’MALLEY form. In the following article he tells what he gives a leg, or one’s eyesight or one’s health DESIGNATING AUGUST 16, 2002 AS ‘‘ELI saw and heard and what he thinks about it all. or life in exchange. And anyone may see, SIEGEL DAY’’ IN BALTIMORE The fireman’s life is strange and it ought to who reads the newspapers, that very often a Whereas, the people of Baltimore are proud be known more; the fireman’s work has to be company of firemen go out to fight a fire and to join with the Enoch Pratt Free Library, known before people can see what’s coming don’t come back the way they went out. Congressman Elijah E. Cummings, Maryland to him. There are now about 1500 men in the Fire Historical Society, Coppin State College, Most people think the life of a fireman is Department of Baltimore City. These men Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute, Morgan one where he fights fires, has adventures, are doing the city a public service as great as State University, former Mayor Kurt L. gets in danger some of the time and the rest any. They fight fires, but they do many Schmoke, and others in honoring the cen- of the time hangs around the engine house other things. There’s much injustice in this tenary of the great Baltimorean poet, philos- doing whatever he can to make the time pass world; and there’s very much injustice that opher, and educator Eli Siegel (1902–1978), well. It isn’t so. The fireman may be an ad- politicians or men who govern cities, states who in 1941 founded the philosophy Aesthetic venturer, a man who runs all sorts of risks; and nations do. Of this injustice the fireman Realism; and but he’s also a ‘‘housewife’’ or if you like get their share. Since justice is a good thing Whereas, Eli Siegel grew up in Baltimore, ‘‘houseman.’’ He cooks his meals, he makes (as most people say), the firemen’s lives need and his contributions to world thought the bed, he cleans the engine house, he keeps to be understood better and their services began with writings completed in this city, the engine house in good order and such paid for better both in the way of honoring some appearing in such Baltimore publica- things; the one thing he does not do which them and giving them more money. tions as Horizons of Johns Hopkins Univer- some housewives do (of course not all) is sity, the Modern Quarterly, his columns in launder his own clothes. Yes, the fireman’s [From the Baltimore American, April 5, 1925] the Baltimore American; and life is strange; he’s a cook, janitor, handy WAR IS REMEMBERED BY ELI SIEGEL Whereas, he won the esteemed Nation Po- man at the same time that he risks his life 1. A mother who lost her son in the war sees the etry Prize in 1925 for his ‘‘Hot Afternoons seeing to it that fires die instead of live, and War Memorial Hall Have Been in Montana,’’ which he said was fires are terrible and rude things; they don’t He is in his grave affected by thoughts of Druid Hill Park, and mind if men never put them out. about which William Carlos Williams wrote, The fireman has his time off, but who Which I have never seen ‘‘I say definitely that that single poem, out wants time off if you can’t get out of the And I am here, of a thousand others written in the past place you work in? The fireman’s time is In this great building that looks so well. quarter century, secures our place in the cul- measured by periods of eight days, not a His grave must be small, and people tural world’’; and week. In these eight days he’s supposed to be I’m sure never look at it. Whereas, the honesty, kindness, and great- on duty at least ninety-six hours; in other Look at that great man make a speech; ness of mind Eli Siegel possessed were de- words, he works ninety-six hours out of one He’s talking about my son, in this way. scribed in the Baltimore Sun by Donald hundred ninety-two. He now works under the I like the looks of this place, Kirkley: ‘‘Baltimore friends close to him at double-platoon system: three days of the But I’d rather see Tom’s grave. the time [that he won the Nation prize] will eight he works ten hours a day; three nights And, Oh, God, I’d like to see him. testify to a certain integrity and steadfast- he works fourteen hours; and then for one 2. A seventeen-year-old girl sees it. ness of purpose which distinguished Mr. day he works the whole twenty-four hours, Say, Ed, it sure looks good, doesn’t it? Siegel. . . . He refused to exploit a flood of leaving him one day, or twenty-four hours to I’ve seen men working on it days and days, publicity. . . . He wanted to investigate the be free. At any time he’s on duty he may be when I used to ride by on the car.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.113 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1447 I’ll have to tell Lucy about it, you know, communities nationwide. Almost 5 million were INTRODUCING LEGISLATION TO that New York girl, uninsured; 650,000 were migrant and sea- REESTABLISH THE U.S. PAROLE Who thinks she’s much, just because she COMMISSION comes from the big town. sonal farmworkers; 5.4 million lived in rural We can’t get in, can we? areas; and almost 8 million were people of I wish we could. color. California’s community health centers HON. PATSY T. MINK What will this place be for? provided service to 15 percent of that popu- OF HAWAII Well, Lucy will hear of this place, lation—almost 1.8 million people. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I tell you. She’ll know she doesn’t see everything just In California’s First District, over 100,000 Friday, July 26, 2002 because she’s in New York. people sought the services of our 18 commu- Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, Con- Say, Ed, what’s that woman crying about nity health centers on over 300,000 separate gress voted to abolish the parole system when anyway? Oh, yes. I guess you’re right; she must have occasions. These CHCs play an especially it passed the Sentencing Reform Act of 1984. lost her son in the war. vital role in the rural areas of my district, given In the rush to close the revolving door for 3. A sonneteering poet sees it. the financial and geographic constraints of repeat offenders, Congress slammed the door on all non-violent offenders. Today, individuals This, our great house of stone, is for our these populations. Approximately 20 percent in prison have little hope. Many serve 5, 10, war’s dead, of the people served by our CHCs are farm- 20, and even 30-year sentences without the Our dead; they died away from us; far away workers and over 80 percent are either unin- In France, they, fighting, died. There, this possibility of parole. They have no encourage- very day, sured or on Medicaid. Over 65 percent earn ment to take classes or any other steps to im- Their bodies lie. Yet, let it not be said, less than the federal poverty level each year. prove themselves. Ever, that mem’ry of their dying has now Were it not for the critical services our CHCs Congress needs to find a way to help indi- fled. provide, many Northern Californians would viduals who have paid their debt to society This white, great house is for them, and O, and were given excessive sentences due to may have gone to the emergency room or they It serve their cause well and long. It is they would have gone without any care altogether. mandatory sentencing laws. Who made, own it. And so, let us dread I urge my colleagues to consider the case of In this way, CHCs are a cost-saver for our Terri ‘‘Chrissy’’ Taylor. As a teenager, Chrissy Our miscue of their dying. Let this, our hall, health care system—by providing a signifi- This hall so noble with its cool, white stone, fell prey to the will of a man nearly twice her Bring to our minds that wars may, yet may, cantly cheaper alternative to emergency room age. Chrissy became a pawn of this man, and be. care for basic treatment—and they improve he used her to obtain the chemicals he need- Let not men by millions in grief and death overall community health. They deliver care to ed to manufacture methamphetamine. Chrissy atone those that would otherwise go without and never dealt, trafficked, or manufactured drugs. For our uncaring and unknowing. Let us all Know war, hate war. This is our dead men’s they target that delivery to their service popu- She was convicted of purchasing legal chemi- plea. lation. This means that patients receive care cals with the ‘‘intention’’ of using them to man- 4. One of the jobless warriors of once sees it. when they need it, where they need it and in ufacture methamphetamine. Under the mandatory minimum sentencing guidelines, the judge This place is swell, no getting away from a way that makes them comfortable and that had no choice but to give Chrissy a 20-year that, they understand. The walls so white and tall and clean. sentence. The place is so big, I’d be scared to sleep in To accommodate different schedules, cen- We need to make sure no one is forced to it. ters offer daytime, weekend and after-hours spend years in prison without any hope. I guess May and I will be moving soon, care. To accommodate language barriers—in My bill reestablishes the U.S. Parole Com- Whether we like it or not. some areas of my district Latino patient loads mission. The commission will grant parole to Our three rooms could get in a corner of this, are as high as 62 percent—most centers offer reformed prisoners who have earned parole. And the plaster is falling off in places. This is not an open door policy. Rehabilitated But they were pretty comfortable. services in both Spanish and English. And, to I was in one of those French places men- accommodate those who cannot travel to re- prisoners shall be eligible for parole only after serving one third of their term or after serving tioned on the wall, ceive services, many centers operate mobile ten years of a life sentence. And I was glad to get back. units. These ‘‘clinics-on-wheels’’ travel to our Now I’m not so glad. Shortly after sentencing, the commission will I wish I could live in a place I’d like and schools, migrant camps, community centers give prisoners tentative release dates. The could pay for. and homeless centers. commission can change or revoke the release Those three rooms of ours aren’t anything CHCs provide a truly comprehensive range date based on the prisoners’ institutional con- fancy at all, duct record. This will be a ‘‘hook’’ to encour- But they cost too much for me now, of care, with basic services including adult and Who isn’t working. pediatric primary care, obstetrical and gyneco- age prisoners to rehabilitate themselves. Addi- It’s all right for people to have this hall, to logical care, immunizations, medical case tionally, judges will have the ability to send criminals to prison without the possibility of pa- remember the way by, management, nutrition and dietary instruction But I wish they’d remember all about it. role. This make sure judges have the power to and mental health counseling. In addition, ensure meaningful prison sentences for crimi- f some clinics are also able to offer dental care, nals who commit the most egregious crimes. RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL COM- tobacco cessation programs and HIV care. I urge my colleagues to cosponsor this bill MUNITY HEALTH CENTER WEEK Outreach and education campaigns are an in- and give individuals a chance to rehabilitate tegral component of their service delivery and themselves and rejoin our society. This bill will HON. MIKE THOMPSON all community health centers help those who free the hands of judges who are forced to as- OF CALIFORNIA are eligible to enroll in California’s Medicaid sign excessive mandatory minimums to indi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and CHIP programs. viduals whose sentences do not match their crimes. Friday, July 26, 2002 I thank the community health centers of Del f Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Norte, Humboldt, Mendocino, Lake, Napa, August 18th will mark the kick-off of National Sonoma and Solano counties for their dedica- VETERANS HEALTH CARE Community Health Center (CHC) Week—a tion to the health and welfare of the residents FUNDING GUARANTEE ACT OF 2002 time to raise awareness about and pay tribute of the First District of California. As we move to the vital services that our community health towards National Community Health Center HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH centers provide to our communities. week, I urge my colleagues to help raise OF NEW JERSEY Community health centers are local, non- awareness of the important services that their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES profit health care providers that serve our local CHCs provide. Undoubtedly, many more poorest and our medically underserved rural Friday, July 26, 2002 and urban communities. Often they are the Americans would lack access to care were it Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, on sole source of care for these Americans. not for the commitment of our nation’s com- behalf of America’s 25 million veterans, I am Last year, our community health centers munity health centers to the service of the introducing H.R. 5250, the Veterans Health served almost 12 million people in over 3,000 poor and medically needy. Care Funding Guarantee Act of 2002, along

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.114 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1448 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 with my friend and the Ranking Member of the Further evidence of the urgent funding We urge all our colleagues to examine H.R. Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Mr. Evans, needs of VA health care comes from a new 5250 and work with us to find a means to pro- that would change funding of the Department report issued this month by VA measuring the vide dependable, stable and sustained funding of Veterans Affairs (VA) health care system amount of time veterans are waiting for med- for the health care needs of veterans of our from discretionary to mandatory spending. ical services. According to VA’s report, there armed forces. They deserve no less from a We are introducing this bill in recognition of are at least 300,000 veterans waiting for med- grateful nation. the continually frustrating annual struggles to ical appointments, half of whom are waiting 6 f obtain sufficient funding to provide access to months or more; and the other half having no quality care for the nation’s veterans in VA appointment at all. This is the first attempt to RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF health care facilities. The current discretionary measure a situation about which we have all TONY HALL appropriations process subjects these vet- heard from our constituents, and we suspect erans’ health care needs—needs of the he- that the scale of the problem is actually great- HON. JOHN S. TANNER roes who won the Battle of the Bulge, endured er, since this estimate only counts those vet- OF TENNESSEE as prisoners of war in Bataan and Corregidor erans already enrolled in the VA health care IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and survived human-wave assaults in the fro- system. Friday, July 26, 2002 zen Chosin Reservoir—to annual health fund- Mr. Speaker, we have a sacred obligation to ing competition with federal highway funding ensure that our nation’s veterans receive the Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I wish to join and sewage treatment projects. This reality honors and benefits that they have earned our colleagues today in recognizing the work alone vividly illustrates the inherent weakness through their service to this nation. In the past of my friend, the Honorable TONY HALL, as he in the discretionary appropriations process for decade, more and more veterans have turned prepares to leaves this House of Representa- VA health care and the need to reform it. to the Department of Veterans Affairs for med- tives to pursue a great endeavor that will call Mr. Speaker, 2 years ago, we passed ical services, particularly World War II and Ko- on his practiced leadership skills to help peo- TRICARE for Life, a new program to guar- rean War veterans. We have attempted to ple around the world. antee lifelong health care for military retirees meet our obligation to them by passing record Over the years, Mr. HALL’s work in this body and their families. I was proud to support that VA budgets for two years in a row. As our col- has proven that his compassion stretches far program for hundreds of thousands of military leagues may recall, the House-approved beyond the Third District of Ohio. He has families, who are now assured of free health budget resolution for fiscal year 2003 con- shown through his tireless fight against world care services sponsored entirely by the gov- tained a substantial $2.6 billion increase in the hunger that he possesses a genuine concern ernment. The bill we are introducing today funding of medical care for our nation’s vet- for his fellow man, and I know that quality will would extend the same kind of guarantee to erans. continue to guide his work from this point for- the remainder of America’s veterans, to as- However, the demand for services continues ward. sure their continued access to the VA health to outpace the supply of federal funding of VA I am honored to have had this opportunity to care system. health care. In the supplemental appropria- work with TONY, who is an exceptional leader, H.R. 5250 would establish a formula to fund tions bill we passed, Congress included $417 an honorable man and a good friend. All our the VA health care account directly from the million for additional health care funding to try best wishes go with TONY as he continues his U.S. Treasury with a method similar to that to meet the current year’s shortfall, and that noble work in this new capacity. used by Congress to provide funding for was based upon the older workload estimates. f TRICARE for Life. Veterans’ disability com- Mr. Speaker, it is becoming increasingly pensation payments are already funded clear that Congress needs to look at new HONORING THE 150TH ANNIVER- through mandatory formulas, and our legisla- methods and sources for veterans’ health care SARY OF THE CITY OF FERN- tion would apply the same priority to meeting funding, and the Committee on Veterans’ Af- DALE, CALIFORNIA the health care needs of our veterans. fairs has been seeking additional ways to The bill we are introducing today would establish a base funding year, calculate the av- match resources to the growing demand. HON. MIKE THOMPSON erage cost for a veteran using VA health care, Working with the Committee on Armed Serv- OF CALIFORNIA and then index the cost for inflation. Multi- ices, we attached an amendment to the De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES partment of Defense (DOD) authorization bill plying this average cost by the number of vet- Friday, July 26, 2002 that would seek to increase health care re- erans who are enrolled each year on July 1st, Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, would determine the funding allotment for the sources sharing between the DOD and VA health care systems, and we hope it will see I rise today in recognition of the 150th anniver- Veterans Health Administration for the next fis- sary of the founding of the Victorian Village of cal year. final passage this year. Also we have sought Ferndale, Humboldt County, California. It should be noted that H.R. 5250 would nei- to increase third-party collections through the In 1852, brothers Seth and Stephen Shaw ther take away the Secretary’s power to man- VA Medical Care Collections Fund with more age the VA health care system nor to curtail aggressive oversight and legislative improve- and their companion Willard Allen, traveled the Secretary’s control of enrollments in VA. ments. through the Eel River plain exploring a wilder- And unlike TRICARE for Life, it would not ex- In addition, earlier this month the Committee ness of ferns and redwood trees. Desiring to tend benefits to family members of veterans. examined ways to improve coordination and farm the fertile land, they constructed cabins Mr. Speaker, for at least the past five years, allocation of resources between Medicare and which eventually became the village of Fern- veterans’ usage of VA health care services VA, since about half of the veterans receiving dale. surpassed Administration estimates. Just this VA health services are also Medicare-eligible. Situated near the Pacific Ocean, surrounded past week, we received a revised workload Yet, despite all of these efforts, VA continues by dairy farms, Ferndale has preserved its ar- estimate for FY 2003 from VA showing an in- to struggle each year to provide all the funds chitectural heritage, attracting thousands of crease of 500,000 veteran patients; and that’s needed for the tasks it faces in caring for mil- tourists who cross the historic Fernbridge over on top of the 700,000 increase in patients esti- lions of frail, elderly veterans. the Eel River and step back into another era. mated in the budget submission made only Mr. Speaker, with the introduction of H.R. Named one of America’s ‘‘Dozen Distinctive five months ago. VA now estimates that there 5250 we hope to begin an important debate Destinations,’’ the National Trust for Historic will be 4.9 million unique veteran patients in on the future of veterans’ health care and its Preservation added Ferndale to its 2002 list of FY 2003, versus the 3.7 million veterans that funding needs. We will shortly request Admin- the best-preserved and unique communities in had been projected one year ago for FY istration views on the bill, and cost information the nation. The Trust cited well-managed 2002—a 31.5-percent increase overall. from the Congressional Budget Office. We in- growth, a commitment to historic preservation Mr. Speaker, the continuing rise in demand tend to meet with colleagues on both the and interesting and attractive architecture as for VA health care services is driven by many Committees on the Budget and on Appropria- influential in its choice of The Cream City for factors, including the growth of new and con- tions to obtain their views; and it goes without the designation. venient VA community-based outpatient clin- saying that we will be consulting with veterans Seeking historically accurate locations, ics, improved safety and quality of care, as organizations in the months ahead in order to filmmakers have discovered that Ferndale is well as available prescription drug benefits. VA learn whether this approach or a combination an ideal place to make motion pictures. The has increasingly become a supplier of pre- of other changes will solve this vexing problem citizens of Ferndale have enthusiastically sup- scription drugs to veterans, particularly for confronting America’s veterans and the health ported the use of their city as a film site and senior veterans. care system serving them. fill the scenes as ‘‘extras.’’

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.117 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1449 Ferndale will welcome visitors with an old- beneficiaries have limited assets to begin budget. While Congress has historically im- fashioned birthday party in celebration of this with—85 percent of beneficiaries with incomes proved upon inadequate Administration budget historic anniversary on August 23rd and 24th, below the poverty level have fewer than requests, VA has still suffered from ebbs and 2002. The art galleries, parks and beautiful $12,000 in assets—but the asset restrictions flows in its funding streams that often have lit- houses that grace the city make Ferndale a are so severe, a beneficiary could not keep a tle to do with the number of veterans served delightful place to live and to visit. fund of more than $1,500 for burial expenses or the cost of the services they receive. We, Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time without being disqualified from assistance. in Congress often must work within artificially that we recognize the City of Ferndale, Cali- Second, the legislation eliminates barriers to constrained budget limitations that do not fornia on the occasion of its 150th anniver- enrollment. The legislation allows Medicare allow the growth in funding VA needs or our sary. beneficiaries to apply for assistance at local veterans deserve. f social security offices, encourages states to This has been particularly difficult in recent station eligibility workers at these offices (as years in which the growth in veterans seeking MEDICARE BENEFICIARY ASSIST- well as at other sites frequented by senior citi- care in the system, often for the first time, has ANCE IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2002 zens and individuals with disabilities), and en- been unprecedented and unpredictable. A sures that beneficiaries can apply for the pro- mandatory funding stream, such as that which HON. JOHN D. DINGELL gram using a simplified application form. In the Chairman of our Committee proposes, will OF MICHIGAN addition, this bill will ensure that once an indi- bring increased stability and predictability in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vidual is found eligible for assistance, the indi- funding the health care system designed to vidual remains continuously eligible and does Friday, July 26, 2002 meet the needs of our nation’s veterans. not need to re-apply annually. The Chairman’s bill would use medical infla- Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, today my col- Third, the legislation improves assistance tion and growth in the VA’s enrollment to en- leagues and I are introducing a bill that will with beneficiary out-of-pocket costs. It pro- sure that these uncontrollable factors are ap- make significant and long-overdue improve- vides three months of retroactive eligibility for propriately addressed. The bill would also re- ments in the programs that provide assistance ‘‘qualified Medicare beneficiaries’’ (QMBs). All quire a one-time ‘‘bump’’ of twenty percent in to low-income Medicare beneficiaries. Medi- other groups of beneficiaries have this protec- the appropriation to adjust VA’s baseline, care provides coverage to all 40 million elderly tion currently. In addition, it prohibits estate re- deemed by our major veterans’ service organi- and disabled beneficiaries, regardless of in- covery for QMBs for the cost of their cost- zations to be significantly under-funded for the come, but the cost of uncovered services, pre- sharing or benefits provided through this pro- last several years. miums, and cost-sharing is a serious burden gram. The fear that Medicaid will recoup such Our veterans’ health care system is strug- on those with the lowest incomes. costs from a surviving spouse is often a deter- gling to accommodate significant growth in More than 40 percent of Medicare bene- rent for many seniors to apply for such assist- use by veterans. Finding that VA is a source ficiaries have incomes below 200 percent of ance. of inexpensive prescription drugs, aging mid- poverty (a little more than $17,000 a year). Finally, the legislation funds a demonstration dle-class veterans have recently enrolled in These low-income beneficiaries are nearly project to improve information and coordina- record numbers. About five years ago, lower twice as likely as higher-income beneficiaries tion between federal, state, and local entities priority veterans (those who are not service to report their health status as fair or poor, but to increase enrollment of eligible Medicare connected or medically indigent) constituted are less likely to have private supplemental in- beneficiaries. This demonstration would help about 2Ð3 percent of the veterans’ patient surance to cover the cost of uncovered serv- agencies identify individuals who are poten- population; they now constitute about 30 per- ices or Medicare cost-sharing. Poor bene- tially eligible for assistance by coordinating cent of the 6 million veterans enrolled in the ficiaries also bear a disproportionate burden in various data and sharing it with states for the system. out-of-pocket health care costs, spending purposes of locating and enrolling these indi- Appropriations have simply not kept pace more than a third of their incomes on health viduals. In addition, the legislation provides with veterans’ increased demand for VA health care compared to only 10 percent for higher- grant money for additional innovative outreach care. As a result VA has unmanageable wait- income beneficiaries. and enrollment projects for the Medicare Sav- ing times and is neglecting its core popu- Medicaid, through what is known as the ings Programs. lation—the veterans with service-connected All told, this legislation should go a long way ‘‘Medicare Savings Programs,’’ fills in Medi- conditions, with certain exposures or service in making sure that the Medicare Savings Pro- care’s gaps for low-income beneficiaries, pro- or the veterans who are considered medically grams are working as they should to provide viding supplemental coverage to 17 percent of indigent. I recently received data from the assistance with health care cost-sharing and all Medicare beneficiaries. Millions of bene- Secretary of Veterans Affairs that indicates premiums for vulnerable low-income seniors. ficiaries, however, who are eligible for assist- that there are more than 300,000 veterans ei- As Congress addresses Medicare issues this ance under the Medicare Savings Programs ther waiting for their first VA appointment or year, we must ensure that in addition to ad- are not enrolled. For example, only half of the who have waited longer than six months for dressing provider payments, we also address beneficiaries below poverty who are eligible care. I believe that all veterans deserve ac- these important beneficiary protection issues for assistance are actually enrolled. Lack of cess to their health care system, but we can- as well. I look forward to working with my col- outreach, complex and burdensome enroll- not pretend that they have this access simply leagues to pass this legislation. ment procedures, and restrictive asset require- because we allow it. The system must be ments keep millions of seniors from receiving f funded to ensure that it is able to meet the de- the assistance they desperately need. H.R. 5250—VETERANS HEALTH mand veterans produce. The Medicare Beneficiary Improvement Act CARE FUNDING GUARANTEE ACT I believe the Chairman’s bill will address the of 2002 takes a number of steps to address OF 2002 problems Congress has chronically been un- these problems. First, the legislation improves able to redress. I applaud his innovation and eligibility requirements for these programs. It look forward to working with him on this bill. raises the income level for eligibility for Medi- HON. LANE EVANS f care Part B premium assistance from 120 per- OF ILLINOIS cent to 135 percent of poverty. This expansion IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION was originally enacted in 1997 but it expires Friday, July 26, 2002 this year; it is simple common sense to make Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, today, I want to HON. LUIS V. GUTIERREZ this provision permanent. The bill also ensures end my support as an original cosponsor of OF ILLINOIS that all seniors who meet supplemental secu- the ‘‘Veterans Health Care Funding Guarantee IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rity income (SSI) criteria are automatically eli- Act of 2002’’ being introduced by the Chair- Friday, July 26, 2002 gible for assistance. Currently, automatic eligi- man of our Committee, CHRIS SMITH. The bill, bility is only required in certain states, mean- supported by all of the major veterans’ service Mr. GUTIERREZ. Mr. Speaker, I was un- ing that beneficiaries in other states may miss organizations, would create a mandatory avoidably delayed on June 26th and was about on critical assistance unless they know spending stream for veterans’ health care and sent for a journal vote. I would like the record enough to apply. The bill also eliminates the medical construction in the Department of Vet- to reflect that had I been present, I would restrictive asset test that requires seniors to erans Affairs. have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote 261. become completely destitute in order to qualify VA medical care is one of the biggest do- I was also unavoidably absent from this for assistance. Most low-income Medicare mestic discretionary accounts in the federal chamber on July 12, 2002. I would like the

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.120 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1450 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 record to reflect that had I been present, I changed in its 100-year existence. People Earth Day that would create a 2,800-acre park would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes 295, have come and gone and businesses have in Johnson County on the former site of the 296, 297, and 298. opened and closed; but the warmth, friendli- Sunflower Army Ammunition Plant. Senator Further, I was unavoidably absent from this ness and character have remained intact. Ag- PAT ROBERTS has truly been a leader on this chamber on Monday, July 22, 2002 and I riculture and its support services have always issue by inserting the language from our bills would like the record to show that had I been been the backbone of the community, and the (S. 2107/H.R. 4544) into the National Defense present in this chamber, I would have voted wholesome rural nature has been preserved. Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2003. As the ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes 324 and 325. The citizens of Texico, and Curry County in House and Senate go to conference to miti- I was also unavoidably delayed on Thurs- general, should be very proud of that status. gate the differences between our two bills, I day, July 25, 2002. I would like the record to Mr. Speaker, in closing, with all the histor- would like to strongly encourage the conferees show that had I been present in this chamber, ical grandeur Texico boasts, we have great to keep this important language in the final au- I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote 347. reason to celebrate today. Accordingly, I ex- thorization bill. I have been working on this issue since I f tend my warmest congratulations to my friends in Texico on its 100th Anniversary. Texico was sworn into office in January 1999. John- TRIBUTE TO TEXICO, NEW MEXICO most certainly has distinguished itself through son County has experienced rapid growth in ON ITS 100TH ANNIVERSARY its historical and social presence, and I call recent years making it even more important upon my colleagues to join me in applauding that we set aside areas for parks and nature HON. TOM UDALL 100 years of excellence. preserves now, before they are developed. The transfer would expand the borders of the OF NEW MEXICO f 850-acre Kill Creek Park in Olathe, which IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECOGNIZING DAVID C. DARLING opened last year. Friday, July 26, 2002 FOR HIS THIRTY-ONE YEARS OF The greatest gift we can give to future gen- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I LAW ENFORCEMENT SERVICE erations is acres and acres of local parks and rise today to pay tribute to Texico, New Mex- nature trails. I have four grandchildren; I would ico, as its citizens celebrate their centennial HON. MIKE THOMPSON love nothing more than to be able to take anniversary this month. Texico is a small com- OF CALIFORNIA them to play in the parks like the one this au- munity on the New Mexico-Texas border. It is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thorization language would create. By transfer- known for its rich history and abounding sense Friday, July 26, 2002 ring this land from the federal government to local control, we’ll continue to add to our local of community, which has, over the years, sus- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, tained the town’s traditional values, superb system of parks and recreation areas. I rise today to recognize David C. Darling as f educational standards, intellectual strengths he retires from the St. Helena Police Depart- and high quality of life in Curry County. ment. Officer Darling has spent the last thirty- TRIBUTE TO LT. GEN. P.K. I want to offer my sincere congratulations to one years of his career serving the people of CARLTON UPON HIS RETIRE- Mayor Jerry Cunningham and all the residents St. Helena, California. MENT FROM THE UNITED of Texico on this happy occasion. On Satur- As a native of St. Helena, I can attest to the STATES AIR FORCE day, July 27th, 2002, Texico, New Mexico, will strong embodiment of law enforcement, that celebrate its 100th anniversary. A parade be- David provides on a daily basis. His dynamic HON. CIRO D. RODRIGUEZ ginning in Texico and ending in Farwell, experience also includes stints as a Campus OF TEXAS Texas, its twin city, will lead citizens to Farwell Police Officer at Napa College and a Police IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Park, where craft shows, food booths, and Reserve Officer for the City of Calistoga. As Friday, July 26, 2002 class reunions will commemorate ‘‘Border an officer for the St. Helena Police Depart- Town Days.’’ I know how excited everyone is ment, he was recognized as St. Helena’s Po- Mr. RODRIGUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I would like about this special event. lice Officer of the Year in 1987. David has to take a moment to pay tribute to Lieutenant Texico is located in what has been deserved as the President of the St. Helena Po- General Paul K. Carlton, Jr., Surgeon General scribed as the ‘‘Golden Spread.’’ This south- lice Officers Association for more than ten of the Air Force, on the occasion of his retire- western edge of the Great Plains is filled with years and also served as the President of the ment. the spirit of pioneers, who faced excitement, Napa County Peace Officers Association. On December 1, 2002, General Carlton will adventure, hardship, hope, fulfillment, dis- In addition to these many accomplishments, end 37 years of extraordinary military service. appointment, sadness and happiness as they Officer David Darling has built a reputation as A distinguished graduate of the U.S. Air Force moved West. Those that chose to found being reliable and truly dedicated to his work. Academy in 1969, General Carlton completed Texico gave the town the distinction of being He often served as acting sergeant and shift medical school at the University of Colorado and launched a spectacular career as an Air the oldest community in Curry County. supervisor. Officer Darling could be called on Force surgeon. In 1902, settlers moved into the area after for any assignment. He made a name for him- I have personally come to know General self in his relentless and noble campaign railroad officials were considering Texico as a Carlton since he was commander of Wilford against drunk driving. For many years Officer possible site for a railroad cutoff to Belen. The Hall Medical Center in San Antonio, Texas. David Darling was the uncontested champion federal government and the New Mexico terri- Then, as now, Wilford Hall Medical Center is of removing drunk drivers from our streets and torial government passed homestead laws in a major presence in our community. Under his securing their convictions. He was dedicated an effort to settle the eastern region of New leadership and support, the 311th Medical Mexico. Soon settlers swarmed the area, and to the cause well before it was taken up as a Systems Wing at Brooks AFB has become a on either side of a muddy street, buildings public campaign. worldwide leader in research, development Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time soon formed a line of merchant shops and and training for bioterrorism surveillance, de- that we recognize David C. Darling for his tre- pioneer stops. Rooms for over-night visitors tection, and response. The Air Force medical mendous work for the people of the Napa Val- were quite reasonable—only twenty-five cents professionals in San Antonio have been active ley. He is a true asset to our community, and per night or $1.40 per week. Harry’s Cafe« of- leaders in that city’s remarkable successes in I speak on behalf of the people of St. Helena fered the best steaks, lamb-chops, fresh oys- developing a disaster response plan. ters, and eggs in town, and after dinner the when I thank Officer David C. Darling for his Over the last 2 years as Surgeon General, dancing hall offered entertainment. service. General Carlton has revolutionized the Air The bank ranked as the most important in- f Force Medical Service’s readiness mission to stitution, but close behind was the Cozy Cot- LEGISLATION TO CREATE A 2,800- fully reflect the Air Force doctrine of shape, re- tage Hotel. The hotel served as Texico’s only ACRE PARK IN JOHNSON COUNTY spond, and prepare. This has not been an two-story building, which was very distinct. A easy undertaking—as with any change, it church was later built, along with a one-room HON. DENNIS MOORE means upsetting the status quo. General schoolhouse, to which students would ride Carlton’s leadership and perseverance has OF KANSAS their mules every morning. By 1925, the grad- prevailed, giving the United States Air Force, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES uating class had increased to nine students. and this country, a medical response second Today, Mayor Jerry Cunningham governs a Friday, July 26, 2002 to none. The light, lean, mobile medical capa- total of about 1,065 citizens. The true charm Mr. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, on April 22, bility that General Carlton championed has lit- of Texico is the fact that not much has 2002, I introduced legislation in celebration of erally brought state-of-the-art medical care to

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.123 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1451 our forward-deployed troops. This approach to position puts them above the law or outside Included in this bill’s many worthy provi- responsive medical capability has much to the bounds of ethical responsibility. Those sions, are measures to provide incentives for offer our nation as we address homeland se- who do should be held accountable, those young Americans to decide to become nurses. curity issues. who break the law should go to Jail. Keeping our nurses in the workforce, while re- We are privileged in this country to have pa- Today, the House will vote for the third time cruiting new staff will be critical to reversing triots like General Carlton who devote their this year to hold corporate America to the these startling shortages. lives to the defense and betterment of this highest of standards. Our action today will in- Our nation’s nurses are stressed and over- country. On behalf of the state of Texas and form executives that their actions will be scru- worked. More and more, the stress and the this nation, I extend to General Carlton our tinized, with the threat of real penalties for vio- work conditions have caused many nurses to gratitude and sincerest best wishes. lations of their legal responsibilities to share- stop practicing. According to a U.S. Depart- f holders and the public. ment of Health and Human Services report, 19 The citizens of my state, and indeed all percent of New York’s registered nurses were PERSONAL EXPLANATION Americans, have watched the stock market not practicing in 2000, up 4 percent since tumble as accounting scandals have shaken 1996. HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO investor confidence. Investors have watched Worse yet, three quarters of nurses feel the OF OREGON as the values of their portfolios have fallen. quality of nursing care at the medical facility at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES They want—and deserve—tough action which they work has decreased over the last Friday, July 26, 2002 against fraud and malfeasance. In short, they two years, in large part do to under staffing. In want Wall Street to abide by the common New York, the nurse patient ratio violations Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. sense principles that guide Main Street, and have become so frequent that the New York 351, passage of H.R. 4946, Improving Access the public deserves nothing less. Professional Nurses Union has put the hotline to Long-Term Care—because of a family This conference report, which I am proud to to report these violations on the front of their emergency I was not present to vote. support, includes key provisions from our webpage, right next to instructions on how to Had I been present, I would have voted House-passed legislation that will improve dis- take a sick day, or a vacation day. When ‘‘No.’’ closure, impose tougher penalties, and better nurse patient ratio violations are as common f protect investors in such cases of fraud. as a sick day, health care is clearly hurting. ´ By establishing for the first time a require- Again, I applaud the hard work of Mrs. VELAZQUEZ-ISSA-WILSON ment for real-time corporate disclosure, the bill AMENDMENT TO H.R. 5005 CAPPS and her colleagues. Thank you, Mr. will better protect investors. Companies will Speaker. SPEECH OF now have to disclose any information that would materially affect the company’s financial f HON. DARRELL E. ISSA health. That is the kind of information that can IMPROVING ACCESS TO LONG- OF CALIFORNIA never be—and should never be—withheld TERM CARE ACT OF 2002 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from the public. Accurate and clear financial Thursday, July 25, 2002 disclosure will enable better investment deci- SPEECH OF sions to be made based on a company’s true HON. NANCY L. JOHNSON Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voice financial performance. my support for the Vela«zquez-lssa-Wilson OF CONNECTICUT Second, by strengthening the penalties for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES amendment. I would like to thank the gentle- corporate fraud, the bill will act as a better de- women from New York and New Mexico for terrent to those seeking to stretch or, test the Tuesday, July 23, 2002 joining me in introducing this amendment that boundaries of the law. This conference report Mrs. JOHNSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speak- is so important to America’s small businesses. provides double the jail time that was included er, I rise in support of the Improving Access to Small businesses are the backbone of our in the Senate bill—up to 20 years—for cor- Long-Term Care Act because it is an impor- nation’s economy. They represent over 99% of porate criminals who defraud the public, de- tant first step in encouraging personal respon- all companies in the United States and employ stroy documents or obstruct justice. sibility for planning for and financing one’s over half of the nation’s workforce. The De- Finally, the investor restitution provision in own LTC needs. Nearly 40% of us will need partment of Homeland Security should facili- this bill will enable investors who lose money some form of LTC during our lives, but few of tate a competitive purchasing atmosphere in the markets as a result of corporate malfea- us plan for its costs. If we are going to slow where high quality goods provided by small sance to reclaim the gains of corporate crimi- the growth of Medicaid spending—currently, businesses can assist in the critical mission of nals. Under the FAIR provision, a fund will be the primary payor of LTC expenses—and this new agency. established to collect civil penalties and other ease the burden of government on our chil- The Vela«zquez-lssa-Wilson amendment will funds from executives who violate the laws dren’s generation, we must focus on devel- require the Department of Homeland Security and defraud investors. oping sound private insurance products so to adhere to the same minimum procurement Mr. Speaker, I want to commend the con- families can provide for their own futures by goals as other federal agencies. Additionally, ferees for working quickly to develop a bill that protecting their assets to support them and the amendment puts accountability into the can win bipartisan support. I am confident that giving them choices in LTC services. hands of procurement officials by making goal passsage of this conference report will send a This bill will encourage the expansion of the attainment an element of worker performance clear message to the corporate world that LTC insurance market and strengthen con- evaluations. Congress and the American people expect sumer protections in LTC insurance policies. It is critical that government support Amer- them to play by the rules or face the con- The market in this area is not mature, and ican small businesses, which is why Congress sequences. these protections are extremely important to created statutory goals for small business pro- f its development. Qualified LTC policies will curement. have to meet requirements designed to protect « NURSE REINVESTMENT ACT Support the Velazquez-lssa-Wilson amend- purchasers, particularly seniors. Suitability ment and let us secure a place for small busi- SPEECH OF standards, for example, attempt to assure that nesses in Homeland Security’s procurement policies are suited to the purchaser’s re- market. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY sources and needs. f OF NEW YORK One aspect of this bill caused me concern IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 3763, and it is my hope that we will be able to re- SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Monday, July 22, 2002 evaluate the income guidelines for claiming Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, the deduction and the limits on the deduction SPEECH OF I rise in strong support of the bipartisan Nurse amount. For example, when this bill is fully HON. JOHN E. SUNUNU Reinvestment Act. I applaud the hard work of phased in, a person with $20,000 income will get 7.5 cents in subsidy for every premium OF NEW HAMPSHIRE Congresswoman CAPPS and thank her for her dollar spent on LTC insurance. That’s assum- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication to this important public health issue. ing they meet the asset test under the suit- Thursday, July 25, 2002 Today’s nurses are overworked, period. And ability requirements and that—at $20,000 in- Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, no one in the despite their best efforts, the nursing shortage come—they have sufficient tax liability for a corporate world should ever believe that their is impacting patient care. deduction to matter.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.127 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1452 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Because of the looming tidal wave of baby the referees and the players in their game of ade, cost our government $350 billion to $800 boomers that will age into the need for LTC finance. This leads to conflicts of interest that billion. That’s not chump change, especially services, I have been introducing LTC insur- prevent a level playing field for market partici- considering that the Medicare program is al- ance premium deductibility legislation for over pants. ready unstable and expected to run out of money fairly early in this century unless Mr. Speaker, while this conference report is four years. My previous bills have also in- some big changes are made. cluded a tax credit to offset the costs of an important step forward, it is shameful that caregiving for families that provide LTC assist- a strong accounting reform bill was fought In today’s free-spending atmosphere, the ance for a family member. tooth and nail by the industry and its friends promised benefits are also a bit more liberal than those offered by the old program, kick- HIAA and the AARP have been strong sup- in Congress. ing in after only $100–$250 is spent, depending porters of that legislation. They have educated During this struggle for financial reform, on the plan. Obviously my successors have Members and 205 of you have co-sponsored markets plunged and millions of investors saw learned one lesson: Proposing an insurance that bill. While I will continue to fight for pas- their 401(k)s cut in half to 201(k)s as hard- program that doesn’t promise benefits to sage of a deduction that is not limited to lower earned savings evaporated. most of the people who pay premiums can be income, and for a full credit for caregiver ex- Today we have the opportunity to pass an a provocative and dangerous act. penses, I support H.R. 4645 tonight because important reform bill. This bill is a key first step Nevertheless, the odds are very long indeed it is a first step toward that goal. In addition, to restoring confidence in the markets—which against any of the plans now on Capitol Hill it will put in place the consumer protections has been badly damaged as weak half-meas- actually becoming law. This is especially we need in the LTC insurance market, and ures proposed since the Enron collapse fell far true for the GOP plan, which requires pri- these protections will be available to all pur- short of what the market needed. I support vate sector providers to bid. Some of us re- chasers of LTC insurance who access one of this conference report and will continue to member what happened when we invited pri- the other tax code incentives that incorporate monitor the regulatory implementation of the vate firms to provide Medicare coverage: the definition of ‘‘qualified LTC insurance pol- provisions contained in the report. Few took the challenge, and many that did failed to stay the course, deterred by govern- icy’’. f ment reimbursement that was less generous This bill will encourage personal responsi- than what they had anticipated. bility for private financing of LTC expenses WE FILLED THE PRESCRIPTION and support the development of the LTC in- The plan we passed 14 years ago providing Medicare drug coverage was repealed by leg- surance market. HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK islation signed in 1989 by the first President f OF CALIFORNIA Bush. I’m convinced that had we stayed the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 3763, course until 1992, when the benefits would SARBANES-OXLEY ACT OF 2002 Friday, July 26, 2002 have been fully phased in, the program would still be operating. Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, Dan Rosten- SPEECH OF kowski, former chairman of the Ways and One of the mistakes we made was collecting the premiums immediately while Means Committee, recently wrote an op-ed in HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY adding the benefits only slowly. This was the OF MASSACHUSETTS the Washington Post that I commend to my fiscally responsive thing to do, of course—en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES colleagues. It follows. suring that money would be available to pay In 1998, I served as Chairman of the Ways the promised benefits. But it was a big polit- Thursday, July 25, 2002 and Means Health Subcommittee. Essentially, ical mistake. Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support I was the pharmacist who filled his prescription To be sure, if the program we enacted had of the conference report on the corporate ac- for the Medicare Catastrophic Coverage Act. survived, it would have changed over time, countability bill. Make no mistake about it, Mr. I share his sentiment that if that law had much as the tax system changes or the Medi- Speaker: This conference report is the result stayed in effect, we would not be here more care program has evolved in response to cost of investors’ refusal to be fooled by empty than a decade later trying to figure out who to pressures. Perhaps it would be a bit less gen- speeches, photo-ops and weak proposals that get a prescription drug benefit into Medicare— erous. Maybe there would be a formula to failed to go far enough to fix the crisis of con- it would already be there. The law may not push patients toward the drugs that are most fidence in the marketplace. have been perfect, but we had a drug benefit cost effective; the government has gotten Mark Twain used to say, ‘‘A cat, once and we snatched defeat from the jaws of vic- quite sophisticated at squeezing other Medi- tory. care providers to as to maintain benefits burned, won’t get on a hot stove again. But it while controlling cost increases. won’t get on a cold stove either.’’ WE FILLED THE PRESCRIPTION But in any event there would be a pro- Despite intense lobbying efforts to weaken I have a prescription drug plan for you. the Sarbanes bill passed unanimously by the gram, however imperfect, helping a lot of Here’s what it does: people who need the aid—something we don’t Senate, investors recognized that only tough It pays 80 percent of drug costs after a $710 have now. Personally, I’d be surprised to see new reforms would fix the problems plaguing deductible has been met, and it costs a rel- any Medicare drug benefits paid until the corporate America. The average investor atively modest amount—a $4-a-month pre- latter half of this decade, if then. And if the thinks the financial market is rigged, so trust is mium for 40 percent of beneficiaries and a fiscal health of Medicare declines further, hard to come by. Trust is to the economy is maximum of $800 a year for the richest 5 per- the entire issue may be put on hold. what oil is to a machine—without it, it will cent. It’s never happen, you say. Well, it already More than 300 House members voted for break down. has. Just such a plan was enacted by Con- the prescription drug program in 1988. More This conference report contains tough provi- gress and signed into law by President than 300 voted for repeal the following year, sions that were omitted from the timid bill that Reagan in 1988. Unfortunately, mistakes a drastic switch strong enough to induce po- the House passed earlier this year. The con- were made in implementing the plan, and it litical whiplash. In the interim, I was re- ference report contains: was repealed a year later. But the concept minded once again of how no good deed goes A strong structural separation, a bona fide behind it is worth another look today, as we unpunished: Unhappy seniors blockaded my Chinese Wall, between stock analysts and in- contemplate huge new federal expenditures car when I tried to exit a meeting called to vestment bankers, so that investors can have for prescription drugs for the elderly. discuss the issue. That was temporarily em- Of course, if we attempted something simi- confidence in the recommendations they re- barrassing for me, but they’re the ones who lar now, the numbers would be different. Be- are feeling the long-term pain. I suspect they ceive. cause of inflation, the basic monthly pre- wonder where the benefits are now that they A strong independent oversight board for mium would be nearly $8, the maximum pre- need them. the accounting industry. Corporate auditors mium would be in the $1,600 range and the After that failure, the issue became politi- deductible would rise to nearly $1,100. will no longer be policing themselves, but in- cally radioactive and went virtually un- It’s important to note that the original stead will be subject to an independent ac- touched by Congress for a dozen years. counting oversight board. program was designed to cost the federal Bans on accounting firms offering a menu of government nothing. It was to be self-fi- Will Washington be smart enough to learn from the past so that America’s elderly will non-audit services to their audit clients. The nanced by the elderly population. That was a big issue back then, when people were con- get the help they need in the future? My fear big accounting firms will not have an incentive cerned about big deficits and the need to is that we’re witnessing an unrealistic de- to look the other way at shady accounting just bring the budget back into balance. bate that will, at best, yield nothing more to preserve their consulting contracts. The ac- Priorities have changed. Today we see than a crop of partisan and empty talking countants, for too long, have been able to be dueling plans that would, over the next dec- points.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.132 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1453 IN TRIBUTE TO TAVIS SMILEY Ebby’s remarkable business acumen is evi- ice not only to the Catholic Church, but to dent in the many awards that she has re- service groups throughout the community in HON. EVA M. CLAYTON ceived from her industry and peers. which they live. OF NORTH CAROLINA In 1996 Ebby was introduced into the Texas As many of the groups’ members worship at Catholic parishes throughout Burbank and Sun IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Business Hall of Fame. She was the recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the Valley, many of the Knights of Columbus’s ef- Friday, July 26, 2002 National Association of Realtors and the Inter- forts are focused on making these parishes Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, three years national Real Estate Federation. Ernst and more friendly and inviting places in which ago, many of the communities in my Eastern Young named her the regional Entrepreneur of Catholics from throughout Burbank and the North Carolina District were devastated and the Year in 1997, and she was inducted into San Fernando Valley can come to worship. By nearly destroyed by a succession of hurri- the Dallas Business Hall of Fame in 1999. In involving themselves in parish events such as canes and floods that swept through. Lives 2000, Ebby received the Lifetime Achievement festivals, dinners, spiritual groups and car- were shaken or lost, and the hopes of many Award in Real Estate from Texas A&M’s Real nivals, the organization continues to commit nearly dashed. Particularly hard hit was his- Estate Center and was named Most Influential itself to creating a stronger and more vibrant toric Princeville, North Carolina—settled and Woman in the Business and Professional Cat- Catholic community. incorporated by former slaves. When you live egory by the Ft. Worth Business Press. Ebby The Knights of Columbus have also adopted in a rural area it is sometimes easy to feel was the first recipient of the Executive Women a number of community groups which they alone. One of the early sources of inspiration International’s Executive Excellence Award— have supported throughout the years. Each and hope to my constituents was the voice of an award that will carry her name in the fu- year, the group is responsible for raising be- Tavis Smiley—whom Newsweek profiled as ture—and she was conferred the Degree of tween $6,000 to $8,000 for charitable groups one of the ‘‘20 people changing how Ameri- Doctor of Humanities by Dallas Baptist Univer- throughout Los Angeles County. Most notably, cans get their news.’’ sity. the Knights have been recognized for their In the immediate aftermath of the storms, Aside from running a successful business, funding of organizations that assist the men- Tavis Smiley surely demonstrated that he is Ebby has selflessly devoted time and re- tally handicapped and for their efforts on be- one of the nation’s ‘‘captains of the airwaves,’’ sources to local civic organizations. She has half of Rancho San Antonio Boys Town of the calling attention to the plight of the people in served as chairperson of the Thanksgiving West, a residential facility run by the Holy Princeville through his national radio audience Square Foundation, served on the boards of Cross Brothers and open to boys up to 18 and in appearances on national television, St. Paul Medical Foundation, the Communities years old who find themselves in conflict with ranging from The Tavis Smiley Show from Foundation of Texas, the Dallas Community the law. NPR, The Tom Joyner Morning Show, BET College District Foundation, and the Better Additionally, the Knights of Columbus have Tonight, and CNN among others. Business Bureau. She has also supported the been active in offering scholarship opportuni- Tavis Smiley is one of the few powerful Alexis de Tocqueville Society for the United ties to students in Catholic grade schools and voices in America’s mass media today who Way, the Dallas Symphony Orchestra Guild, high schools to assist these students in their makes the term ‘‘advocacy journalist’’ some- the Plano Symphony and the State Fair of pursuit of education. Their efforts have also thing to be proud of. One of the most success- Texas. She has been president of the North extended to local Boy Scouts of America ful African-Americans in the media today, Mr. Dallas Chamber of Commerce and of the Troops in the way of sponsorship and financial Smiley is also the founder of the Tavis Smiley Greater Dallas Planning Council and served contributions. I ask all Members of the United States Foundation, a nonprofit organization whose as a member of the Dallas Park and Recre- House of Representatives to rise today and mission is to encourage, empower and en- ation Board. In addition, the St. Paul Medical honor the Knights of Columbus, St. Cabrini lighten Black youth. Center Foundation was dedicated to Ebby and Council #3472 on the occasion of their 50th His role in rallying Americans to understand her husband, Maurice Acers, in honor of their Anniversary and for all that they do for our the magnitude of the incredible natural disas- service. community. ters that befell Princeville and other commu- Ebby’s remarkable energy and philanthropy nities in Eastern North Carolina had an enor- are a testament to her devotion to her career f mous impact on our ability to cope and have and to her community, and the State of Texas IN TRIBUTE TO SHIRLEY CAESAR hope, and his efforts created a groundswell of is grateful for her many significant contribu- support from around the country to rebuild and tions. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor for me to HON. EVA M. CLAYTON revive. In the hearts and minds of Eastern recognize an outstanding citizen for her re- OF NORTH CAROLINA North Carolinians, he’s not just a ‘‘captain of markable lifetime of achievement and philan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the airwaves,’’ he is a Prince of Public Serv- thropy—my dear friend, Ebby Halliday Acers. Friday, July 26, 2002 ice. f f Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, three years A TRIBUTE TO THE KNIGHTS OF ago, many of the communities in my Eastern CONGRATULATING EBBY COLUMBUS, ST. CABRINI COUN- North Carolina District were devastated and HALLIDAY ACERS CIL #3472 ON THEIR 50TH ANNI- nearly destroyed by a succession of hurri- VERSARY canes and floods that swept through. Lives HON. RALPH M. HALL were shaken or lost, and the hopes of many OF TEXAS HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF nearly dashed. Particularly hard hit was his- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA toric Princeville, North Carolina—settled and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES incorporated by former slaves. When you live Friday, July 26, 2002 in a rural area it is sometimes easy to feel Mr. HALL of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise Friday, July 26, 2002 alone. One of the early sources of inspiration today to honor one of Texas’s most respected Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and hope to my constituents was a very spe- and most successful businesswomen—Ebby honor the Knights of Columbus, St. Cabrini cial lady whose clarion voice and spirituality Halliday of Dallas—on the occasion of her Council #3472 on the occasion of their 50th powerfully invoke the universal language of 91st birthday. Her countless community activi- Anniversary. On Saturday, June 29, the music—Shirley Caesar. ties, successful business venture and endless Knights of Columbus will celebrate this auspi- Shirley Caesar’s mesmerizing musical tal- enthusiasm make her truly a remarkable cious occasion with an anniversary dinner. ents have enthralled and uplifted millions of woman. In 1882 Father Michael J. McGivney found- Americans over a career spanning more than Ebby Halliday Realtors, the company that ed the Knights of Columbus on the four prin- thirty years. She is the winner of ten Grammys she founded 57 years ago, has grown from its ciples of charity, unity, fraternity and patriotism and numerous other awards for her heartfelt infancy into a nationally know entity. This com- and I am happy to say, that the St. Cabrini renditions of gospel, soul, and rhythm and pany that began with one office has now ex- Council #3472 has embodied these virtues for blues music. Her music is part and parcel of panded to become one of the world’s largest 50 years. Formed on November 14, 1951, by her role as Pastor of Shirley Caesar Outreach independently-owned residential realty firms. 45 charter members, the St. Cabrini Council Ministries, and a substantial portion of her And at the age of 91, Ebby still works 9-hour #3472 has grown steadily and now boasts a concert and recording proceeds support her work days. Ebby Halliday Realtors assisted membership of over 160 Catholic men. This ministerial activities. Hers is an incredible ex- some 17,500 home buyers last year, and fraternity has dedicated itself to selfless serv- ample of triumph over adversity, exceeding

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.138 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1454 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 others’ expectations, finding her voice and her contracted Type I diabetes, often known as ju- I support a two state solution to the Israeli- calling—helping the needy in her own commu- venile diabetes. At the time, Mr. Hitchcock, Palestinian conflict. But a Palestinian state can nity and anywhere help was needed. knowing little about diabetes, was ill prepared exist only in a new democracy with leaders In the immediate aftermath of the hurricanes to help his daughter cope with its affects and who fully embrace peace. and floods that almost washed Princeville demands. In order to help prevent this feeling I sincerely hope the Palestinian people away, Shirley Caesar came to our community of helplessness for himself and for other par- strive to create a democracy with leaders who and gladdened the hearts of saddened souls ents like him, Mr. Hitchcock launched the Chil- enact the reforms necessary for stability. in need of uplift, hope and revival, singing dren with Diabetes website. f such stirring songs as ‘‘You’re Next in Line for Since 1995 the Children with Diabetes a Miracle.’’ Her efforts supported the rejuvena- website has become a clearinghouse of infor- IN HONOR OF JIMMY WARFIELD tion of Princeville and other Eastern North mation for juvenile diabetes. Children and their Carolina communities rocked by the rains and parents have access to information from phy- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ruin. She not only speaks to what is right and sicians, dietary suggestions, treatment sug- OF OHIO good, she sings it. Princeville will always be gestions and a myriad of other services that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have proved helpful to those living with the grateful for her ‘‘amazing grace.’’ Friday, July 26, 2002 f daily affects of diabetes. The site has also become a useful tool for physicians and re- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in HONORING REPRESENTATIVE searchers who now have the ability to share recognition and remembrance of Jimmy War- TONY HALL information about new treatments and cutting field. As a trainer with the Cleveland Indians edge research from across the globe. since 1971, Mr. Warfield will be remembered HON. RALPH M. HALL While Children with Diabetes continues to for his unrivaled dedication to the professional act as an informational resource for juvenile OF TEXAS baseball community. But most importantly, Mr. diabetes, the Children with Diabetes Founda- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Warfield will be remembered as a beloved tion acts to assist people financially living with husband, caring father, wonderful son, cher- Friday, July 26, 2002 diabetes and supports physicians and re- ished brother, and an unforgettable friend. Mr. HALL of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I join my searchers around the world who are working A native of Hershey, Pennsylvania, Mr. War- colleagues in bidding a fond farewell to our towards a cure. Each year, the Children with field grew to develop a strong love not just for esteemed colleague, the gentleman from Diabetes Foundation raises and awards thou- baseball, but for Penn Statefootball, one of his Ohio, Representative TONY HALL, whom Presi- sands of dollars in scholarships and grants to passions. Though a graduate of Indiana Uni- dent Bush has selected to carry out the Na- researchers who are moving closer to a cure versity, he never forgot his childhood team, tion’s work as United States ambassador to each day and to families working hard to live and constantly followed and defended his he- the United Nations organizations that coordi- with this disease. roes, including Penn State coach Joe Paterno. nate international hunger relief efforts. I can That is why this week’s national conference In 1971, Mr. Warfield joined the Cleveland think of no other person more qualified or is so important. It will bring together people Indians’ professional baseball organization. more deserving of appointment to this position from around the world who are working, in For six years he worked as an assistant train- than our friend, TONY HALL. their own way, to eradicate this disease. The er under Head Trainer Paul Spicuzza. Fol- Throughout his years of service in the conference will include speeches by Dr. lowing Mr. Spicuzza’s departure six years House of Representatives, TONY has distin- Francine Kaufman, President of the American later, Mr. Warfield took the position as Head guished himself for his work on behalf of the Diabetes Association, small group workshops, Trainer, a position with which he was honored hungry throughout the world. He has been an community forums, and appearances by Olym- to hold for twenty-six years. Arriving early in eloquent spokesman and a tireless worker in pian Gary Hall and Miss America 1999 Nicole the morning, and staying at the field until late fighting hunger and providing help to the Johnson. The conference will culminate in the at night, Mr. Warfield, called ‘‘Bruiser’’ by needy, and he will be a most effective advo- display of a quilt assembled by children suf- former Indians’ manager Pat Corrales, and cate for these international outreach efforts as fering from diabetes. ‘‘Daddy Warbucks’’ by former manager Mike our ambassador. I ask all Members to rise and join me in Hargrove, not only used his skill and experi- TONY also has been a tremendous advocate congratulating and thanking Children with Dia- ence to help ballplayers recover from injury, and representative for his constituents in the betes and the Children with Diabetes Founda- but he also helped them in their personal Third Congressional District of Ohio, who tion for all that they do to fight against the lives. He was always there to add a soothing elected him to twelve consecutive terms to the negative affects of diabetes, especially juve- word, or a calming piece of advice. House. His constituents will be proud, as we nile diabetes, throughout the world. I am sure A tolerant, amiable, and wise man, Mr. War- are, that he will continue to serve his country that through their efforts, we will one day find field has touched hundreds of lives. Though in this new and expanded role. I join my col- a cure for this disease. he will be greatly missed, his life— a life dedi- leagues in extending to him our best wishes f cated to friends and family—is cause for rec- as he continues his service to our Nation and A DEMOCRATIC PALESTINIAN ognition and celebration. Mr. Warfield is a man to those in need. STATE commonly considered to be the most beloved f figure in the history of the Indians’ organiza- HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG tion. TRIBUTE TO CHILDREN WITH DIA- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me BETES AND THE CHILDREN WITH OF MICHIGAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in honor and remembrance of a truly out- DIABETES FOUNDATION standing individual, Jimmy Warfield, whose Friday, July 26, 2002 kind, compassionate and thoughtful nature HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, A demo- profoundly impacted so many lives, in and out OF CALIFORNIA cratic government is the foundation of a sta- of the Indians’ clubhouse. His unforgettable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ble, peaceful society. This is because of de- spirit will be a shining legacy which will live on mocracy’s proven ability to effectively promote Friday, July 26, 2002 forever. human rights, equity, and economic growth, f Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to while diminishing the probability of conflict be- honor Children with Diabetes and the Children tween countries. 4–H 100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY with Diabetes Foundation. On July 18, 2002 That is why greater democracy is necessary the foundation will welcome hundreds of fami- in order for the Palestinian people to realize HON. ROB SIMMONS lies, doctors and experts from around the na- definitive rights overseen by an independent OF CONNECTICUT tion and world to the 3rd Annual ‘‘Friend for judiciary. Democracy will lay the groundwork IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Life’’ National Children with Diabetes Con- for security arrangements with Israel, Egypt, ference in Pasadena, California. and Jordan. Greater democracy in the region Friday, July 26, 2002 Children with Diabetes, an online community will lead to economic development with sup- Mr. SIMMONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to wish for children, families, doctors and researchers, port from the international community. Only the National 4ÐH Program a happy 100th was founded by Mr. Jeff Hitchcock shortly then will we realize a feasible Palestinian birthday. This is a wonderful milestone in the after he learned that his young daughter had state. life of this national institution.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.139 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1455 The 4ÐH program began as a series of In the summer of 1977, the Jet Propulsion the Color Guard. At the national level, Mr. clubs for boys and girls in rural America. The Laboratory launched twin spacecrafts, Voy- Durinka has served as a member of the Na- 4ÐH taught young people a variety of skills re- ager 1 and Voyager 2 on a mission to conduct tional VFW MIA/POW Committee, the National lated to farming by using a learning-by-doing close-up studies of Jupiter and Saturn, Sat- Veterans Service Resolutions Committee, the strategy. The program has grown tremen- urn’s rings and the larger moons of the two National Youth Development and Recognition dously in scope and today encompasses a planets. In order to accomplish this mission, Committee, and the National Veterans Em- broad range of subjects, but hands-on learning the spacecraft were built to last five years, but ployment Committee. remains at the center of the 4ÐH. as the mission went on, and with the success- Outside of the V.F.W., Mr. Durinka is em- Another constant for the 4ÐH is the organi- ful achievement of all of its objectives, the ad- ployed by J.G.D Associates, working as a civil zation’s continued commitment to the 4ÐH’s in ditional studies of the two outermost giant engineering draftsman. Mr. Durinka enjoys its name—Head, Heart, Hands and Health. planets, Uranus and Neptune, proved pos- training in the Martial Arts. Author of a 1985 For 100 years this organization has provided sible. Thus, their two planet mission became Martial Arts book, and since 1979 the Chief opportunities for thousands of young people in four and their five year lifetime expectancy has Martial Arts instructor for the Western Campus my district and my state and to millions across stretched to 25 years and more. of the Cuyahoga Community College, Mr. the country. The 4ÐH teaches young people At the final completion of their mission, Voy- Durinka is a 4th Degree blackbelt in Tae- the importance of learning, kindness, a healthy ager I and 2 will have explored all the giant Kwan-Do. A family man, Mr. Durinka has the lifestyle and helping one’s neighbors. Those outer planets of our solar system, 48 of their full support of his wonderful wife Judy, and the are great characteristics to instill in our young moons, and the unique systems of rings and love of his two daughters, Kelly and Michelle. Mr. Speaker, please join me today in tribute people. magnetic fields those planets possess. Cur- to George Durinka for his exemplary record of In my state of Connecticut, New London rently, the two Voyagers are headed towards service, and for his unrivaled dedication to the County’s 4ÐH camp was founded in 1947 on the outer boundary of the solar system at a Veterans of Foreign Wars, May his upcoming 24.5 acres, in Franklin, as an education and speed that would move them from New York opportunity to serve as State Commander recreational facility. The camp is open to any to Los Angeles in less than four minutes. They prove to be an incredible and memorable part and all youth ages 16 to 17, and campers do are in search of the heliopause—the region of his career serving the both the V.F.W. and not have to be members of the 4ÐH to attend. where the Sun’s influence gives way to inter- America in general. The camp provides these young people with stellar space. The hetiopause has never been f an experience in group living in the great out- reached by any spacecraft; the Voyagers may doors. Through a wide variety of activities that be the first to pass through this region, which HONORING SRI LANKA PRIME MIN- focus on self-development, environmental is thought to exist somewhere from 5 to 14 bil- ISTER RANIL WICKREMESINGHE awareness and a concern for safety and lion miles from the Sun. health, campers develop a greater under- The accomplishments of the Voyager Mis- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. standing of themselves, others and the world sion are a testament to 25 years of excellence OF NEW JERSEY around them. by the staff at the Jet Propulsion Laboratory. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Middlesex County 4ÐH camp was es- From the scientists that worked on the mission Friday, July 26, 2002 tablished in 1962, on 90 acres in Moodus. in 1977 to today’s mission specialists, JPL This educational/recreational facility offers a staff has shepherded Voyager to the farthest Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to mixture of traditional camping and innovative reaches of our solar system and in the proc- take this opportunity to express my warm re- programs for young people. A variety of camp ess Voyager has unlocked mysteries that have gards towards the Honorable Ranil Wickremesinghe, Prime Minister of Sri Lanka. sessions offer programs for children between revolutionized the science of planetary astron- His visit this week to the United States, the the ages of 7 and 14 and a Teen Camp is omy. first visit by a Sri Lankan leader since a civil available for youths ages 13 to 16. From tradi- I ask all Members to please join me in con- war broke out 19 years ago, confirmed that Sri tional sports to horsemanship to archery and gratulating the Jet Propulsion Laboratory on Lanka is a valued friend and partner of the creative arts, the camp achieves its mission to the 25th Anniversary of the Voyager Mission. United States and an important ally in the strengthen and uplift the youth’s social, mental It stands as a shining example of American in- campaign against international terrorism. The and physical development. genuity and our commitment to exploring and United States and Sri Lanka have enjoyed a The Windham-Tolland 4ÐH camp has understanding the far reaches of our solar strong friendship based on common values served families since 1954. Located in system. such as democracy and religious freedom. Pomfret Center, the camp’s 270 acres con- f For the past 19 years, there has been civil tains woodlands, cabins, recreational areas IN HONOR OF GEORGE DURINKA strife between the Government of Sri Lanka and a beautiful lake. Campers enjoy a variety and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam of sports, arts and crafts, woodworking, ca- (LTTE) that has unfortunately cost an esti- noeing and campouts. Like all 4ÐH camps, the HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH mated 65,000 lives and displaced an esti- staff at Windham-Tolland focuses on fostering OF OHIO mated 1,000,000 lives. In a breakthrough bro- leadership skills, enhancing self-esteem and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES kered by Norway, the Government of Sri increasing each camper’s individual potential. Friday, July 26, 2002 Lanka and the Liberation Tigers of Tamil In Connecticut, and across our nation, the Eelam (LTTE), an agreement on a cease-fire 4ÐH continues to exemplify the very best of Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in was signed by both parties and went into ef- our youth and of America. I am pleased to recognition of George ‘‘Bullwinkle’’ Durinka, for fect February 23, 2002. wish them a Happy 100th Birthday. his outstanding service to our country both as These peace talks are set to begin in Au- f a soldier and as a veteran. For the 2002Ð2003 gust in Thailand and at this time, I would like year, Mr. Durinka has been selected to be the to commend the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka TRIBUTE TO THE JET PROPULSION State of Ohio Commander for the Veterans of for his great effort to steer his country towards LABORATORY Foreign Wars. peace talks and for working on resolving the Mr. Durinka joined the V.F.W. in 1968 fol- current conflict at the negotiating table with HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF lowing subsequent tours in Vietnam from 1968 LTTE leader, Velupillai Prabhakaran. I applaud OF CALIFORNIA to 1970. While overseas, he demonstrated his the Prime Minister’s belief that a comprehen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES patriotism by earning, among others, the Viet- sive and lasting peace solution is a priority nam Service Medal, Vietnam Campaign and I support his denunciation of all political Friday, July 26, 2002 Medal, and the National Defense Medal, for violence and acts of terrorism in Sri Lanka. Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure his honorable service as a fuel specialist in During talks this week between President to rise today to honor the Jet Propulsion Lab- the US Air Force. Bush and Prime Minister Wickremesinghe, the oratory, located in California’s 27th Congres- Currently serving his post as Judge Advo- Prime Minister emphasized that consistent sional District, and pay tribute to for the enor- cate of the Lake Erie VFW Post 1974, from U.S. diplomacy and international assistance mous success of the Voyager Mission. On 1990 to 1994, Mr. Durinka was elected Post will be critical in ensuring peace in Sri Lanka. September 7, 2002, JPL will celebrate the Commander and was named an All-State Post In addition, the Prime Minister requested ex- 25th Anniversary of the Voyager Mission—one Commander. In 1995, he was elected District pansion of a military training program and im- of America’s most successful space explo- 7 Commander, serving as the Athlete-of-the- proved economic ties between the U.S. and ration endeavors. year Chairman, the POW/MIA chairman, and Sri Lanka.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.144 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1456 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 As the founder and co-chair of the Congres- A SPECIAL TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues would sional Caucus on Sri Lanka and Sri Lankan TEN YEARS OF INCORPORATION join me in a salute to one of God’s little won- Americans, I would like to express my willing- FOR THE TOWN OF AWENDAW, ders, the Town of Awendaw, South Carolina. ness for the U.S. to play a constructive role in SOUTH CAROLINA ‘‘Thank God for small towns and the people supporting the peace process. In addition, I who live in them.’’ plan to encourage the Bush administration to HON. HENRY E. BROWN, JR. take the steps necessary to support Sri Lanka OF SOUTH CAROLINA f during the peace process and to take the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES steps necessary to strengthen ties between Friday, July 26, 2002 PROJECT VARELA the U.S. and Sri Lanka. Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- Mr. Speaker, I am encouraged by the leader, small towns are God’s little wonders and ership and dedication to peace so clearly ex- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. today I would like to recognize the small town emplified by Prime Minister Wickremesinghe. I of Awendaw in my district. Awendaw is known OF NEW JERSEY am pleased that his visit to the U.S. was a as the ‘‘land of the Seewee Indians.’’ It has a success and it is now time for the U.S. to pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rich history that included a visit from the 1st ceed and actively support peace and repara- President of the United States, George Wash- Friday, July 26, 2002 tion in Sri Lanka. ington while on a southern tour in 1791. Dur- ing the 16th century, records show four Indian Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f tribes that inhabited the land—the Samp, San- once again draw attention to important devel- NATIONAL NIGHT OUT tee, Seewee and the Wando. Agriculture was opments in Fidel Castro’s continued oppres- their way of life. In 1670, English colonists sion of the Cuban people. HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF came to South Carolina at Port Royal in Beau- Needless to say, this summer has proved to fort. They traveled down the coast until they be a memorable one for Fidel Castro. OF CALIFORNIA sighted what is now called Bull’s Bay. They It began on Friday, May 10, when over IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES were captivated by the beauty of the unspoiled 11,000 citizens of Cuba took a courageous Friday, July 26, 2002 beaches, tall trees and dense forest. As the colonists approached the shore, Indians were stand and petitioned the Cuban National As- Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to waiting with bows and arrows. But the crew sembly to hold a nationwide referendum vote show my strong support for National Night yelled out an Indian calling ‘‘Appada’’ meaning on guarantees of human rights and civil lib- Out. This year, over 30 million people in 9,700 peace and the Indians withdrew their bows erties. Named for the 19th-century priest and communities in all 50 states will celebrate Na- and welcomed them to shore. The Indians Cuban independence hero, Padre Felix tional Night Out. Each year, National Night shared their food and the English colonists Varela, the Varela Project was the first-ever Out is our nation’s night to say no to crime gave them goods such as, knives, beads and peaceful challenge to Castro’s four-decade and help take back and preserve the safety of tobacco. Auendaugh-bough was the name of long control of the island. Varela received no our neighborhoods. the settlement when the English colonists ar- funding or support from foreign organizations In 1984, the Executive Director of The Na- rived but the name was later shortened to or foreign governments and is a grassroots ef- tional Association of Town Watch, Matt A. Awendaw. fort by the Cuban people to call on their gov- Peskin, introduced National Night Out. Search- Awendaw is a special place. The arms of ernment to provide them with internationally ing for a way to heighten the awareness and nature surrounds it and radiates its beauty. accepted standards of human and civil rights. strengthen participation in local anti-crime ef- The Cape Romain Wildlife Refuge, the Francis In an attempt to negate the effects of forts, Mr. Peskin believed that a high profile, Marion Forest and the Santee Coastal reserve Varela, Castro scrambled to respond. Exactly high-impact crime prevention event was need- create a natural wall of protection around the one month to the day that Varela was deliv- ed. area. Hunting and fishing are still a means of ered to the Assembly, Castro and his regime In the first year of the event, over 2.5 million getting food just as it was for the Seewee Indi- organized mass demonstrations all over Cuba ans. Americans in 400 communities across 32 in a sign of so called ‘‘support’’ for Cuba’s so- states participated by turning on their porch The Churches of the Awendaw community are a ‘‘testimony of their faith.’’ The Ocean cialist form of government. Castro began his lights. Today, while the front porch vigil re- own petition effort that asks members of the mains a custom, National Night Out now in- Grove (formerly Pine Grove), Mt. Nebo A.M.E., Ocean Grove United Methodists and Cuban National Assembly to adopt an amend- cludes block parties, cookouts, parades, fes- ment to the Cuban constitution that stipulates tivals, neighborhood walks, safety fairs, rallies First Seewee Missionary Baptist are all historical churches that play a significant role in the that Cuba is a ‘‘socialist state of workers, inde- and safety meetings. This year’s event will pendent and sovereign, organized with all and prove to be a bigger success than ever and I lives of the people who live there. In November 1988, the people of Awendaw for the good of all, as a unified democratic re- am pleased to announce that many of the began its fight to become a town. For four public, for the enjoyment of political liberty, so- communities of California’s 27th Congres- years, the people gathered once a month at cial justice, individual and collective well-being sional District will be proud participants. the Old Porcher Elementary School to plan, and human solidarity.’’ Castro has supposedly The communities of my district will call on organize and share information with the peo- ‘‘obtained’’ the signatures of approximately their residents to participate in this national ple. There were many hurdles set before the 98% of Cuba’s voting population. show of solidarity. Whether it is through large people of Awendaw by the Justice Depart- However, Castro’s poorly veiled attempt to gatherings, community walks, small neighbor- ment. In 1989, Hurricane Hugo interrupted the hood vigils or a lighted porch light, the resi- erase the impact of the Varela Project has process, but it was resumed in 1990. The only backfired. As we near the middle of sum- dents of the 27th District have always made a Awendaw community made two unsuccessful commitment to safe neighborhoods and mer, Castro continues to strong-arm Cuban attempts to incorporate. Finally, after the third citizens into signing his petition, and word of streets. try, the Secretary of State granted a certificate Such an evening proves an opportune time the Varela Project continues to spread. of Incorporation on May 15, 1992. On August Oswaldo Paya, Varela’s organizer, continues to celebrate and thank our local police and fire 18, 1992, the town of Awendaw elected its departments. The men and women of these to collect signatures and continues to garner first mayor the Rev. William H. Alston. The the world’s attention for his efforts. departments spend each day helping to en- first town council were Mrs. Jewel Cohen, Mrs. sure our safety and it is only with their help Miriam Green, the Rev. Bryant McNeal and It is critical that we continue to draw atten- that we will be able to ensure the long-term Mr. Lewis Porcher (deceased). tion to and commend the efforts of Paya, his safety of our children and our neighborhoods. This year the town of Awendaw will cele- fellow organizers and all those who have On this night in particular, they deserve our re- brate ten years of incorporation. The town has signed Project Varela. Castro cannot continue spect and our praise for their dedication to grown from 175 to over 1000 in population. to hide behind his forced petition and continue serving all of us. Over the last seven years, the town of to ignore Project Varela. If Castro is so as- It is with all this in mind, that I ask all Mem- Awendaw has become famous for its annual sured of his having the support of the Cuban bers to join me in their strong support of Na- Blue Crab Festival. This grand celebration people, then he must schedule a referendum tional Night Out—America’s night to support brings thousands of people from neighboring on Varela’s reforms and allow the true voices safe neighborhoods and safe communities. communities to share in the festivities. of the Cuban people to be heard.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.147 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1457 THE SYCAMORES management expertise to grow companies into At the age of 55, Nancy Hawk graduated from larger success stories. the University of South Carolina Law School. HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF There have been many success stories as Nancy is a natural leader, she was chair- OF CALIFORNIA a result of the BDC legislation. Companies woman of the South Carolina Republican IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that would never have had access to capital to Party for a number of years. She continues to grow and expand today owe their success to be an inspiration to me and all who are fortu- Friday, July 26, 2002 the securities law structure that was enacted nate enough to cross paths with her. Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to more than twenty years ago. However, after Please join me in wishing Mrs. Nancy honor one of Pasadena’s finest community or- twenty years it is important for Congress to Dinwiddie Hawk a Happy 80th Birthday. ganizations, The Sycamores. On September modernize and update the BDC provisions. f 29, 2002, The Sycamores will celebrate its In order to maintain status as a BDC, in 100th anniversary as one of the nation’s pre- general a company must invest at least 70 PERSONAL EXPLANATION mier mental health agencies serving Califor- percent of its assets in securities issued by nia’s children and families. something called ‘‘eligible portfolio compa- HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG In 1902, Fannie Rowland, wife of John Row- nies.’’ There are different categories in the law OF MICHIGAN land, the first President of the Tournament of of companies that qualify for status as an ‘‘eli- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Roses, called a meeting of thirty prominent gible portfolio company.’’ However, the prin- Friday, July 26, 2002 Pasadena community leaders. She wanted to cipal category on which BDCs rely for eligi- discuss the ‘‘advisability of establishing a bility of their portfolio companies are compa- Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, on July home for the care of needy children.’’ From nies that do not have a class of securities on 24, 2002 and July 25, 2002, 1 was unavoid- that meeting, the Pasadena Children’s Train- which, ‘‘margin’’ credit can be extended pursu- ably absent due to the death of my sister and ing Society was founded. Initially, the Society’s ant to rules or the Federal Reserve. According missed roll call votes 339Ð351. For the record, two-story yellow building served as a home for to the legislative history of the 1980 Amend- had I been present, I would have voted: No. ‘‘door-step’’ babies—infants left on the facility’s ments, it was estimated that the definition of 339—Nay; No. 340—Yea; No. 341—Yea; No. front steps. eligible portfolio company would include two- 342—Nay; No. 343—Yea; No. 344—Yea; No. It was from the front steps that this agency thirds of all publicly held operating companies. 345—Nay; No. 346—Yea; No. 347—Nay; No. grew. By the mid-1960s the Society had out- Since 1980 when Congress adopted the 348—Yea; No. 349—Yea; No. 350—Yea; No. grown its home and moved to the neighboring definition of eligible portfolio company, the 351—Yea. community of Altadena. With the new home Federal Reserve has changed the require- f came a new name—The Sycamores—a mon- ments for marginability, and, effective January RECOGNIZING THE TRICENTEN- iker selected in honor of the many trees sur- 1, 1999, margin securities include any securi- NIAL OF ALLEN, MARYLAND rounding the new campus. As the physical lo- ties listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. This cation and name of the Society changed, so change has dramatically decreased the num- did its focus. What began as a small orphan- ber of eligible portfolio companies. HON. WAYNE T. GILCHRIST age, bloomed into a residential treatment cen- The proposed legislation would allow BDCs OF MARYLAND ter by the 1960s. to provide financing to a larger number of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Since then, The Sycamores has increased companies that are in dire need of capital and Friday, July 26, 2002 its capacity to help. Its board of directors pur- which cannot access the public markets or ob- chased additional properties, developed a tain conventional financing, consistent with the Mr. GILCHREST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today state-certified school, offering family and adop- policy of the 1980 law. Specifically, it would to recognize the Village of Allen’s 300th birth- tive services, a neighborhood family resource add to the definition of ‘‘eligible portfolio com- day. This Maryland community is located in center and expanded mental health and transi- pany’’ any company with a market capitaliza- the First Congressional District, which I have tional living programs. tion of not more than $1 billion. It would not, the distinct honor of representing. Established Over the years, The Sycamores, as one of however, affect the requirement that the secu- in 1702, I recognize this village for its lon- the area’s most acclaimed and capable facili- rities must be acquired in privately negotiated gevity, and through that longevity, for influ- ties, has cared for some of the most troubled transactions. encing the unique flavor of Maryland’s Eastern and needy children in California. The extraor- Today more and more companies are find- Shore. dinary staff uses innovative and effective ing that credit is simply unavailable. The ability Allen sits in Wicomico County, along methods to help children and families learn to for companies to grow and increase jobs is Wicomico Creek. Central to its establishment live productive, but more importantly, happy dependent on their ability to tap the capital was the Grist Mill, which was originally built lives. It is their dedication that makes The markets. While this legislation may not be the and operated by the Brereton family. The mill Sycamores a vibrant and valuable asset to the answer for every small and medium sized was fully operational until 1919 when, after community. company, it offers an opportunity for many 217 years, it finally closed. The mill dam I ask all Members to join me in congratu- companies that would otherwise find the cap- formed Passerdyke Pond, still a local land- lating The Sycamores for 100 years of service ital market doors closed. mark, and it was the spillway, or trap, that and thank them for all that they do for the chil- I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- gave the settlement its first name. Trap even- dren of our community. porting this important legislation. tually became Upper Trappe, and then it was changed to Allen in 1882, named after a f f prominent resident at the time that was a INTRODUCTION OF THE IN- A SPECIAL BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE TO storekeeper and served as postmaster. CREASED CAPITAL ACCESS FOR MRS. NANCY DINWIDDIE HAWK With the mill and its location on the lower GROWING BUSINESSES ACT Eastern Shore, Allen developed into a consid- HON. HENRY E. BROWN, JR. erable market during the 18th and 19th cen- HON. SUE W. KELLY OF SOUTH CAROLINA turies. A post office helped give it status, OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES along with the several general stores that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have operated throughout its history and the Friday, July 26, 2002 introduction of the canning industry. And like Friday, July 26, 2002 Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- most settlements on the Delmarva Peninsula, Mrs. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- er, I rise today in celebration of the 80th birth- agriculture drove the local economy, and Allen ducing the Increased Capital Access for Grow- day of a great American and an even greater residents have found fame over the years with ing Businesses Act. In 1980 Congress en- South Carolinian, Mrs. Nancy Dinwiddie Hawk. strawberries, apple and peach orchards, toma- acted changes to the securities laws to allow Nancy Hawk was born on July 31, 1922. She toes, and especially string beans. for the creation of Business Development is the proud mother of nine children and was The Asbury Methodist Church is another im- Companies (BDCs)—publicly traded compa- the recipient of the ‘‘National Mother of the portant Allen institution. Founded in 1829, the nies that would invest in small and medium Year Award.’’ Nancy was a stay at home mom present sanctuary was built by local carpenter sized business that needed access to capital. who always put family first. It was not until Caleb Twilley in 1848. In 1999, the church Today there are about 20 active BDCs that after her children were grown that she decided was placed on the National Register of His- are in the business of providing capital and to pursue her dream to become an attorney. toric Places. The first African-American

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.155 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1458 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 church, formed in 1864 as a community of In 1979 Clarence earned a Masters Degree HONORING THE LIFE OF TIMOTHY freed slaves led by Roger Dutton and Rufus in Public Administration from Long Island Uni- WHITE Fields, settled in the area. The county pro- versity, NY. He is a member of the National vided a public school for the African-American Honor Society for Public Affairs and Adminis- HON. MARY BONO community in the 1870s. tration (PI Alpha Alpha). As a student in pur- OF CALIFORNIA Of course, it is people, not buildings, that suit of his bachelors degree at John Jay Col- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES really form a community, and the people of lege of Criminal justice, Clarence had the op- Allen have been clearly successful in that re- portunity to go abroad to study and patrol with Friday, July 26, 2002 gard. Without local family heroes—the the London Police Department. In high school Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- Breretons, the Allens, the Pollitts, the he was a football player and earned recogni- membrance of Timothy White, a man whose Messicks, the Huffingtons, the Twilleys, the tion for his athletic ability. Upon entering the legacy will remain strong both here on Capitol Polks, the Duttons, the Fields, and the criminal justice profession, Clarence continued Hill and in the music industry. Tragically, Tim Malones, to name but a few—Allen surely to exhibit his tenacious ability, now as a crimi- passed away recently at an age and time of couldn’t have survived its 300 years. nal investigator. He successfully completed life when he was at the height of his abilities The people of Allen not only helped to de- the Criminal Investigator’s Course commanded and influence. velop a thriving village, but also shared their by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. He In his years as Editor in Chief of Billboard talents with greater Maryland. From within Al- served as a Commander of the Confidential Magazine, Tim’s innovative work greatly im- len’s boundaries have grown community and Investigation Unit and was responsible for the pacted the arena of music media. His passion regional leaders, sports heroes, and success- development of documentation designed to for music and artists was evident in his writing ful business entrepreneurs; Allen’s people prevent internal theft from various state and for Billboard, but it was not enough for Tim to have served Maryland for centuries. In fact, local revenue collecting agencies; and rep- express his boundless passion through written Allen’s citizens began establishing and build- resented the NYPD as a criminal investigator words alone. Tim demonstrated his unparal- ing a community before the birth of the United in many federal, state and city inter-agency in- leled commitment to the music world by cham- States. vestigations. His knowledge as a criminal in- pioning the rights of musicians on Capitol Hill. Allen is a true American village. It rep- vestigator qualified him to lecture on behalf of I consider myself fortunate to have known resents community, tradition, heritage and per- the NYPD in various cities such as Atlanta, Tim; he deeply impressed me with his tireless manence. Peppered with historic buildings, Al- Boston and Washington, D.C. His civic activi- spirit and concern for the protection of artists’ len’s pride in its history is evident, a history I ties include: serving as a marshal at the rights. honor today. Allen, however, is much more March on Washington, August 28,1963; rep- Tim’s commitment to the First Amendment than its history; it is a thriving residential vil- resenting the Cerberean Society (Now the freedom of speech, and intellectual property lage with strong leadership and an active com- New York City Police Guardians) standing copyright protection for artists was absolute. munity. Contributing to the strength of Allen’s alongside Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at the Lin- He skillfully and passionately advocated on community spirit are the Lion’s Club, the Allen coln Memorial, as he delivered his now fa- behalf of his fellow artists, even if it was at the Volunteer Fire Company, the Allen Historical mous ‘‘I Have A Dream’’ speech. In 1983, he expense of his own career opportunities. John Society and the Asbury and Friendship United founded and served as Director of the Guard- Mellencamp said it well when he remarked, Methodist Churches. These organizations pre- ian Association and Anti-drug program located ‘‘With the passing of Timothy White, rock’n’roll serve history while moving Allen forward into in Community School District 16, (Bedford- no longer has a conscience.’’ We will remem- its fourth century. Stuyvesant). In 1985 Clarence founded and ber Tim for his dedication to his cause, and for Allen is certainly one of Maryland’s hidden coordinated the National Black Police Associa- the integrity of his advocacy. treasures, so please join me in recognizing tion and the Grand Council of Guardians- The recording artist Sting has accurately de- and celebrating the history of Maryland’s NYPD Inquiry Panel. The panel was formu- scribed Tim as being ‘‘known, loved, and ad- charming Village of Allen in this it’s 300th lated to review procedures used by the city to mired for his conscience, his courage, and his year. hire minority candidates to the position of po- loyalty,’’ and this sentiment is shared by all f lice officer. In his community, he is an activist that were touched by his work. Timothy White involved in all aspects of service to improve will be missed, but the memory of his strong CLARENCE SURGEON: A POINT OF the quality of life for his neighbors. He is a integrity and passion continue to inspire. LIGHT FOR ALL AMERICANS member of the Black Community Council of f Crown Heights; the Steering Committee for HON. MAJOR R. OWENS the 11th Congressional District; President of HONORING BILL LAIRD FOR HIS OF NEW YORK the 100 Men for Congressman Major Owens; COMMITMENT TO YOUTH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a member of the Vanguard Independent Democratic Association and the NAACP. For Friday, July 26, 2002 HON. BART GORDON youths of the community, one of his activities OF TENNESSEE Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to included Founder and Commissioner of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES salute Clarence M. Surgeon who will be hon- Interborough Youth Sports Complex which in- Friday, July 26, 2002 ored on Saturday, July 27th for his past serv- cluded approximately 1100 youths in the tri- ice to his country and the community; and for state area. Other organizational affiliations in- Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak his continuing activism on behalf of worthwhile clude: National Black Police Association today about a distinguished member of my causes. Mr. Surgeon is a POINT-OF-LIGHT (NBPA) Northeast Region; Past Chairperson district who is being honored by an organiza- for all Americans. and Past Vice-chairperson; Transit Guardians, tion that has had an immeasurable impact on Clarence M. Surgeon had a distinguished NYÐPast Secretary, Recording Secretary and America. Bill Laird, a retired employee of Willis 39-year career with the New York Police De- Sergeant-at-Arms; Grand Council of Guard- Corroon, is Junior Achievement’s National partment. He was appointed to the force in ians, NYÐHistorian. Clarence was affiliated Middle School Volunteer of the Year. April 1955 as a Police Officer and rose to the with the National Conference of Black Law- He has volunteered for nine years and rank of Detective 1st Grade. Clarence has re- yers. taught 25 JA classes in that time. Mr. Laird al- ceived many citations for excellence in the Clarence states: His main purpose is to fight ways goes above and beyond his classroom performance of his duties. He is a native of for the rights of Black people, keeping in mind, duties, using his work and life experiences as Brooklyn, New York, still residing in the neigh- ‘‘now is the time tomorrow is not promised.’’ a way to educate young people about busi- borhood of his youth. He is one of five chil- We particularly salute Clarence Surgeon for ness, economics and the free-enterprise sys- dren of Bessie and Lesline Surgeon. His sib- his continuing volunteer activities despite a se- tem. lings are Lesline Ethel, Aubrey and Winifred. ries of personal hardships. After enduring sev- The history of Junior Achievement is a true He was married to the late Helen Mayfield. He eral serious operations and experiencing the testament to the indelible human spirit and honorably served in the United States Army death of his wife, Clarence has returned to the American ingenuity. Junior Achievement was during the Korean War and rose to the rank of arena to continue working for the less fortu- founded in 1919 as a collection of small, after Sergeant First Class. He was discharged from nate and the community. For being a great school business clubs for students in Spring- the Army in 1953 after two years of service. role model for unselfish dedication we are field, Massachusetts. He is an accomplished pilot and enjoys mem- proud to salute Clarence M. Surgeon as a Today, through the efforts of more than bership in the Negro Airmen International. POINT-OF-LIFE for all Americans. 100,000 volunteers in classrooms all over

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.155 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1459 America, Junior Achievement reaches more This man dedicated his life to ameliorating map in the soul music industry said W.L. than four million students in grades KÐ12 per human rights in our country. In the 50s and Lilliard a television talk show host/producer year. JA International takes the free enterprise 60s, when minorities were given little to no re- and businessman, as well as a close fhend of message of hope and opportunity even further spect or rights, Cesar Chavez cleared the path Mr. Leavill’s. to nearly two million students in 113 countries. for equality. Bob Pruter, the author of the book, ‘‘Chi- Junior Achievement has been an influential In the early 50s, after fighting in World War cago Soul,’’ said, when I was doing research part of many of today’s successful entre- II, Chavez began his involvement in battling for my book, I went to him because he knew preneurs and business leaders. Junior racial and economic discrimination against everybody, Achievement’s success is truly the story of Chicanos. His passion and commitment to this Mr. (Leavill) Cobb wrote dozens of songs, America—the fact that one idea can influence cause led him to serve as the national director and gained National attention in 1964 for sing- and benefit many lives. of the Community Service Organization. But ing, ‘‘Let her Love Me,’’ written by Billy Butler Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my heartfelt as his attention and personal interest focused and produced by Major Lance, himself a noted congratulations to Bill Laird of Franklin for his on the poor working conditions of farm work- recording artist. Two other singles, ‘‘I Love outstanding service to Junior Achievement and ers, he realized that his dream was to start an You,’’ and ‘‘Love Uprising,’’ made National the students of Tennessee. I am proud to organization to aid these workers. charts. have him as a constituent and congratulate Having been a farm worker himself, he was Mr. Leavill simply loved people and was him on his distinguished accomplishment. far too familiar with the inhumane working happy to work behind the scenes, often f conditions farm workers were forced to en- teaming up with Carl Davis, Gus Redmond, dure. And in the early 60s, he founded the Na- W.L. Lilliard and other ‘‘homeboys’’ to make TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN TONY tional Farm Workers Association. As the Na- things happen. He was also an avid fan of HALL tional Farm Workers Association started to gospel music and the church. He was sort of gain support, he started organizing peaceful a folk hero and loved by his community. Mr. HON. RUBE´N HINOJOSA demonstrations to bring attention to the farm Cobb was a police officer in Maywood, and OF TEXAS worker’s conditions. His slogan, Si Se Puede!, owned his own business. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Yes, We Can!, became known worldwide. We extend best wishes to his family, wife, National attention to the farm worker strikes Minnie; his daughter, a son, Derrick, a sister, Friday, July 26, 2002 came in 1968 when Senator Robert Kennedy Evelyn Williams; three brothers, Maurice, Ken- Mr. HINOJOSA. Mr. Speaker, I am honored visited Cesar Chavez in California after Cha- neth and Billie; and a granddaughter. to join my colleagues in paying tribute to my vez lead a 25 day fast. Kennedy was right Otis Leavill Cobb, a good entertainer, a good friend, TONY HALL. when he called Cesar ‘‘one of the heroic fig- Great American. When I heard the news that TONY had been ures of our time.’’ f selected to become the U.S. Ambassador to Cesar continued to organize boycotts and PERSONAL EXPLANATION the United Nations Food and Agriculture Orga- strikes around the world against table grape nization, I immediately thought that there could growers in California. His efforts paid off in the be no one more qualified for this job. TONY’s 70s when legislation to help agricultural work- HON. MARK R. KENNEDY passion for improving nutrition and ending ers was established. OF MINNESOTA hunger and homelessness is legendary. He Cesar Chavez is remembered today for his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not only talks tirelessly about the need to continual efforts and dedication to justice and Friday, July 26, 2002 solve the problems of hunger, but he also acts equality. As Cesar said, ‘‘There are many rea- Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, on his beliefs. He has led hunger fasts and sons for why a man does what he does. To on rollcall No. 349 I was at a meeting in the countless vigils to bring national attention to be himself he must be able to give it all. If a Capitol basement and did not hear the bells. the needs of the homeless and the hungry. He leader cannot give it all, he cannot expect his Had I been present, I would have voted aye. has traveled repeatedly to developing coun- people to give anything.’’ The people of San f tries to see first-hand the ravages of hunger Diego thank Cesar Chavez for Always giving and provide his excellent counsel to govern- his all. TRIBUTE TO JANELLE GARCIA ments trying to deal with this enormous prob- I urge my colleagues to support H.R. lem. 5256—legislation that recognizes such an HON. MARK UDALL I have been proud to work with TONY on honorable man! OF COLORADO issues of child nutrition and today, largely due f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to his efforts, every child in this country gets at least one nutritional meal through their RESOLUTION PAYING TRIBUTE TO Friday, July 26, 2002 school. With the expansion of the School MR. OTIS LEAVILL COBB Mr. UDALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ex- breakfast program, thousands of children now tend my deep appreciation for the hard work receive two meals. I will sorely miss his advice HON. DANNY K. DAVIS and professionalism of Janelle Garcia, a mem- and counsel, but know he is moving on to OF ILLINOIS ber of my staff, and to wish her the very best even greater things. The United Nations will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in all of her future endeavors. give him a global forum to continue his mis- Janelle has been my district scheduler since Friday, July 26, 2002 sion of bringing real help to those in need. January 2001. She will be leaving my office in TONY, God speed and good luck. Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, Otis August to work with the Colorado State Fair. f Leavill was a friend of mine and a man that I Still a young woman, Janelle Garcia has al- admired and greatly respected. He was known ready established a formidable career in public PROPOSAL FOR THE ‘‘CESAR CHA- to his fans for his smooth tenor voice, but Otis’ service. Before coming to my office, she VEZ POST OFFICE’’ IN SAN greatest gift was his ability to simply be him- worked as the Program Administrator in the DIEGO, CA self and in spite of fame as an entertainer and Governor’s Office of Economic Development producer, he lived in what we fondly call the and International Trade. She has worked for HON. BOB FILNER hood, the Garfield Park Community, and he the Colorado Tourism Board, Colorado Ski OF CALIFORNIA was instrumental in helping a number of Country USA and was the scheduler for Colo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES younger artists launch and develop their own rado’s former Governor, Roy Romer. careers. Scheduling a member of Congress can be Friday, July 26, 2002 Otis Leavill Cobb, was born in Dewey Rose, an extraordinarily challenging job. In my case, Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in- GA. He arrived in Chicago as a youngster with I am aware that my staff ‘‘fondly’’ refers to the troduce legislation (H.R. 5256) to rename the his family. He lived on the westside, where his phenomenon of ‘‘Udall time.’’ While I am not Southeastern Post Office, in San Diego, Cali- father was a minister and he and his siblings sure it really exists, I have heard ‘‘Udall time’’ fornia, the ‘‘Cesar E. Chavez Post Office.’’ sang in a gospel group. By the late 50’s and is different from normal time by not running at In San Diego, as well as across the Nation, early sixties, Mr. Leavill Cobb was making his an even rate. In fact, I have heard it described the name Cesar Chavez symbolizes dignity, own mark, singing new R&B music under the as being characterized by fits and starts so er- admiration, and devotion to equality and name Otis Leavill, with a gospel feel. He was ratic they would baffle even the most accom- human rights. one of the people who put Chicago on the plished physicist. In any event, Janelle always

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.158 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1460 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 was able to make any necessary adjustments TRIBUTE TO REPRESENTATIVE thing.’’ Over the past several months, Con- to keep the ship running smoothly. TONY HALL gress has passed a number of hastily crafted I speak for everyone on my staff when I say measures that do little, if anything, to enhance that I hold a deep respect and admiration for HON. MARK UDALL the security of the American people. Instead, Janelle, as a professional and as a human OF COLORADO these measures grow the size of the Federal being. The quiet strength and grace with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Government, erode constitutional liberties, and which she has faced incredibly challenging endanger our economy by increasing the fed- times is something for which we are all very Friday, July 26, 2002 eral deficit and raiding the social security trust proud. Even in the depths of her deepest Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, as a fund. The American people would be better struggles, she never lost her spirit, integrity junior Member of Congress, I have not known served if we gave the question of how to en- and professionalism. She has made a deep TONY HALL nearly as long as many of our col- hance security from international terrorism the and lasting impression on each of us. Her car- leagues who have spoken with such elo- serious consideration it deserves rather than ing heart and infectious laugh will be dearly quence of his accomplishments and his record blindly expanding the Federal Government. missed. as a leader in the fight against hunger. Congress should also consider whether our I would like to personally thank Janelle on But even in the brief time I have known him, hyper-interventionist foreign policy really bene- behalf of my family and myself. Janelle has I have been greatly impressed with his deep fits the American people. worked with extraordinary effectiveness and commitment to trying to make life better for Serious and substantive questions about patience to ensure that the demands of my people throughout the world. And I have also this reorganization have been raised. Many of service don’t come at the expense of my fam- greatly appreciated the way he has helped me these questions have yet to be resolved. Just ily. to do a better job in representing my constitu- because a bill has been reported from the Se- I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring ents and to be a better and more effective lect Committee does not mean that a con- Janelle Garcia today. All of my best thoughts Member of the House of Representatives. sensus exists. Indeed, even a couple of days are with her and her daughters as they open In particular, I have benefited from his co- before consideration, this bill it was impossible this next chapter in their lives. operation and assistance with my efforts to ex- to get access to the legislation in the form in- f pedite the cleanup and closure of Rocky troduced in the committee, let alone as Flats—a former DOE nuclear-weapons site in amended by the committee. INTRODUCING LEGISLATION TO my District—and to assist the people who In the course of just one week, the Presi- PROVIDE HEALTH CARE COV- work there to make the transition to new ca- dent’s original 52-page proposal swelled to ERAGE AND FOOD STAMPS TO reers or secure retirement. Because of his 232 pages, with most members, including my- THE UNEMPLOYED own first-hand experience with a site in his self, unable to review the greatly expanded District, Tony understood the challenges and bill. While I know that some of those additions HON. PATSY T. MINK opportunities at Rocky Flats. And because of are positive, such as Mr. ARMEY’s amend- OF HAWAII his generosity and readiness to help, great ments to protect the privacy of American citi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES progress has been made in meeting those zens, it is impossible to fully explore the impli- cations of this, the largest departmental reor- Friday, July 26, 2002 challenges and making the most of those opportunities. ganization in the history of our Federal Gov- Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, today I So, Mr. Speaker, I want to join our col- ernment, without sufficient time to review the introduce legislation to provide health care in- leagues in praising TONY HALL for his leader- bill. This is especially the case in light of the surance and food stamp benefits to the unem- ship and breadth of vision and in wishing him fact that a number of the recommendations of ployed. every success in the important new duties he the standing committees were not incor- There are 8.4 million unemployed Ameri- will be assuming. And I also want to add a porated in the legislation, thus limiting our abil- cans. These Americans live week to week by personal note of thanks and to say that I ity to understand how our constituents will be depleting their savings and relying on meager deeply respect him and am very glad to have affected by this legislation. unemployment compensation payments. They had the chance to benefit from our brief time I have attempted to be a constructive part of live in fear of emergencies that could send together here in the House of Representa- this very important process. From my seat on themselves, or one of their children, to a hos- tives. the House International Relations Committee I pital. In this desperate situation, how can a f introduced amendments that would do some- family pay for health insurance, which costs thing concrete to better secure our homeland. an average of $4,358 per year? PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Unfortunately, my amendments were not To help these people through a difficult pe- OF H.R. 5005, HOMELAND SECU- adopted in the form I offered them. Why? Was riod in their life, I am introducing legislation to RITY ACT OF 2002 it because they did not deal substantively with provide health care and food stamp benefits to the issues at hand? Was it because they ad- the unemployed. SPEECH OF dressed concerns other than those this new Most people who receive unemployment HON. RON PAUL department should address? No, amazingly I compensation cannot obtain food stamps. The OF TEXAS was told that my amendments were too ‘‘sub- food stamp program treats unemployment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stantive.’’ My amendments would have made compensation as ‘‘income’’ even though the it impossible for more people similar to those unemployed are not really earning income. To Thursday, July 25, 2002 who hijacked those aircraft to get into our prevent the wealthy from abusing this benefit, Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I do not oppose country. They would have denied certain visas the bill retains the food stamp asset test. The this rule because I would like to consider this and identified Saudi Arabia as a key problem asset test prevents people with large savings, important issue, but I am very concerned with in our attempt to deal with terrorism. Those stocks, etc. from receiving food stamps. To re- the process of bringing this legislation before ideas were deemed too controversial, so they ceive food stamps an eligible household’s liq- this body. are not included in this bill. uid assets may not exceed $2,000. This asset Mr. Speaker, since we began looking at pro- I also introduced four amendments to the test excludes the value of a residence, busi- posals here in the House of Representatives, bill itself, including those that would prohibit a ness assets, household belongings, and cer- more questions have arisen than have been national identification card, that would prohibit tain other resources. answered. We have put this legislation on a the secretary of this new department from The bill provides a subsidy to cover laid-off ‘‘fast track’’ to passage, primarily for reasons moving money to other agencies and depart- workers’ COBRA premiums. The COBRA proof public relations, and hence have short- ments without congressional oversight, that gram will allow individuals to continue to use circuited the deliberative process. It has been would deny student visas to nationals of Saudi the insurance plans they know and trust. For argued that the reason for haste is the seri- Arabia, and that would deny student and di- unemployed workers who do not qualify for ousness of the issue, but frankly I have al- versity visas to nationals from terrorist-spon- COBRA, the bill includes language to provide ways held that the more serious the issue is, soring countries. All of these amendments, Medicaid coverage for the uninsured and their the more deliberative we here ought to be. which would have addressed some of the real spouses and dependents. Instead of a carefully crafted product of issues of our security, were rejected. They I urge my colleagues to cosponsor this leg- meaningful deliberations, I fear we are once were not even allowed onto the floor for a de- islation and provide a helping hand to unem- again about to pass a hastily drafted bill in bate. This is yet more evidence of the failure ployed workers. order to appear that we are ‘‘doing some- of this process.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.163 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1461 HOMELAND SECURITY ACT OF 2002 Almeda Baptist Church and was incorporated brate the life of Justin Dart Jr., one of the fa- in 1961. From its humble beginnings, the thers of the ADA. Justin Dart passed away on SPEECH OF church has been a viable point of spiritual ref- June 22nd at the age of 71. HON. SAXBY CHAMBLISS erence for the community. Under the leader- As founder and Co-chair of the Bipartisan OF GEORGIA ship of Rev. Remus E. Wright, the member- Disabilities Caucus this celebration of the ADA ship of the church has grown rapidly, from 300 makes me proud to be an American. It was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in 1991 to more than 6,500 members in elev- one of my proudest moments as a Member of Thursday, July 25, 2002 en years, making it the fastest growing church the U.S. Congress to be at the White House The House in Committee of the Whole in southwest Texas. 12 years ago and see President Bush sign the House on the State of the Union had under In 1998, South Post Oak Baptist Church ADA into law. consideration the bill (H.R. 5005) to establish purchased 19 acres of land in preparation of President Bush said it best at the signing of the Department of Homeland Security, and their next phase of ministry. The new facility ADA, he said: for other purposes: will accommodate more than 2,400 parish- ‘‘This Act is powerful in its simplicity. It will Mr. CHAMBLISS. Mr. Chairman, the Federal ioners per service and will host a number of ensure that people with disabilities are given Law Enforcement Training Center in Glynco, programs aimed at developing a strong spir- the basic guarantees for which they have Georgia, provides critical training for a range itual foundation for its members and visiting worked so long and so hard. Independence, of federal law enforcement personnel as well guests. freedom of choice, control of their lives, the as state, local, foreign, and private sector se- In 2000, the members of South Post Oak opportunity to blend fully and equally into the curity personnel. I want to associate myself adopted the name, the Foundation of Praise right mosaic of the American mainstream.’’ with the remarks of my colleague from Geor- as a reflection of their commitment to God and It was a defining moment to hear President gia, Mr. KINGSTON, who has so effectively lead their love of worship. The Church’s focus has Bush proclaim ‘‘I now lift my pen to sign the the effort to ensure that FLETC has adequate been on building stronger the families; the re- Americans with Disabilities Act and say, let the resources and support to continue to do its job sponsibilities of men; fulfilling the needs of our shameful wall of exclusion finally come tum- so well. senior citizens; and uplifting youth. The Foun- bling down’’. In the war on terrorism, FLETC’s role will dation of Praise is a catalytic force, which Justin Dart was right by the President’s become even more important. Training at the seeks to empower both its members and the side. center has grown significantly since it first surrounding community through numerous Mr. Speaker, Justin Dart Jr. was an activist opened in 1970 and now serves the training ministries, and community service projects, who for more than three decades worked to needs of over 70 federal agencies in all three such as, capital improvement projects, food champion the cause of people with disabilities. drives, and neighborhood cleanups. In the branches of government with 25 thousand For his tireless efforts, In 1998 Justin Dart was wake of one of Texas’ most devastating nat- graduates annually. The proposal we are dis- awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. ural disasters, the Fountain of Praise family cussing today will put nine law enforcement I believe that it is only fitting that Congress opened its doors to their neighbors who fell and security functions in the Department of honor this civil rights activist with the Congres- victim to Tropical Storm Allison. Without hesi- Homeland Security. FLETC trains security per- sional Gold Medal, this is why I have intro- tation they allowed the church facilities to be- sonnel in each of these agencies and through duced H.R. 5188. come a satellite office of the Federal Emer- its well-established network offers a unique Let Congress, too, celebrate the life and gency Management Agency to ensure that training resource to all levels of federal, state, death of Justin Dart; let Congress reaffirm its area residents devastated by the event could and local law enforcement. Newer roles for commitment to the civil rights of all Americans get the relief they needed. Other times the FLETC include training our air marshals and, with disabilities, by honoring this true Amer- church has opened its doors for the commu- hopefully, our pilots to provide an additional ican hero with the Congressional Gold Medal, nity’s use such as the many town hall meet- layer of aviation security. and I urge my colleagues to cosponsor H.R. ings my office has conducted. The tremen- I strongly support the Kingston amendment. 5188. dous strength of Rev. Wright and South Post We need to ensure that we have a robust law f Oak’s leadership over the years is a testimony enforcement and security force that can effec- to the success of their efforts to address the A WARRIOR IS GONE, BUT STILL tively provide security for our nation. The men needs of the congregation and surrounding LIVES: A TRIBUTE TO JUDGE and women who conduct this critical training community. CARL WALKER, JR. at FLETC are an integral part of our national Mr. Speaker, it has been said that a con- security. While the bill transfers FLETC to the gregation is only as effective as its leader, the Department of Justice, this important amend- HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE Foundation of Praise serves as a symbol of ment will ensure that we minimize the impact OF TEXAS strength in the Greater Houston community, to its operations as much as possible and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES under the leadership of Rev. Remus Wright. allow the important work taking place at Rev. Wright has proven to be one of the most Friday, July 26, 2002 FLETC to continue. I hope that my colleagues dynamic young preachers in Houston, who will will join us in doing all we can to enhance the Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, leave a long legacy in the development of ability of FLETC to quickly and flexibly re- I am touched and honored to have the oppor- Southwest Houston in the name of his con- spond to the new training demands of the war tunity to be on the floor today to celebrate and gregation and his faith. Since its beginnings on terrorism. remember the life of Judge Carl Walker, Jr. of four decades ago through the last 10 years of my hometown Houston, Texas. Judge Walker, f unprecedented growth, the Fountain of Praise Jr. passed away last week, leaving behind a HONORING THE FOUNTAIN OF should be commended for its dedication to loving wife and a host of bereaved relatives PRAISE God and commitment to the needs of its con- and friends. We have all lost enormously with gregation and surrounding community. the passing of this great warrior in the struggle HON. KEN BENTSEN f for justice. Through his example, he exalted all OF TEXAS CELEBRATING THE 12TH YEAR OF of us to be unrelenting as we strive for excel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THE ADA lence, justice, and fairness. I knew Judge Walker very well and admired Friday, July 26, 2002 his dedication and perseverance in the face of Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA great odds. It brought me great sadness to gratulate the members of the congregation of OF MARYLAND hear of his death. I stand before you today to the Fountain of Praise, of the South Post Oak IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES give public acknowledgement and offer a Baptist Church in Houston, Texas, for cele- Friday, July 26, 2002 heartfelt commemoration of the achievements brating the dedication of their new church fa- Mr. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, today Ameri- of this eloquent, fearless and peerless man. cility on July 28, 2002. The Fountain of Praise cans throughout the country will celebrate the Carl Walker, Jr. was born in Marlin Falls family has been a pillar of the community, ef- 12th anniversary of the Americans with Dis- County, Texas. After graduating from Booker fectively ministering to its members for more abilities Act (ADA). The landmark 1990 civil T. Washington High School in Houston, TX, than four decades. rights law for people with disabilities. he was drafted into the U.S. Army Air Force South Post Oak Baptist Church was orga- The disability community will come together in 1943. He received an honorable discharge nized October 4, 1959 as a separate entity of in our Nation’s Capital to pay tribute and cele- in 1946, and used his G.I. Bill to enter Texas

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.170 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1462 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 Southern University where he earned a Bach- O’Leary announced that she would seek to im- H.R. 3763, THE CORPORATE AND elor of Science degree and later earned a plement external regulation of worker safety. AUDITING ACCOUNTABILITY AND Master’s degree in economics in 1952. Then, in 1994, legislation was introduced forc- RESPONSIBILITY ACT His pinnacle academic achievement came ing DOE to stop self regulating their nuclear when he earned a law degree from the facilities. DOE responded to these legislative SPEECH OF Thurgood Marshall School of Law, at Texas initiatives by launching advisory groups to lay HON. TOM UDALL Southern University. out a path to external regulation. In 1996, OF NEW MEXICO This degree led him to blaze the trail and DOE embraced a ten-year plan to implement IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES knock down doors for those of us who would external regulation. Thursday, July 25, 2002 follow. His law degree allowed him to become For many outside of the Department, this an Assistant U.S. Attorney appointed by Attor- ten-year plan appeared too cautious. How- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I ney General Robert F. Kennedy. Marking yet ever, to those in the Department, it appeared rise today in strong support of the Conference another first, Judge Walker was the first Afri- too ambitious. In 1997, then Secretary Pena Report on H.R. 3763. I would like to commend can-American U.S. Attorney for the Southern decided to take a step away from that commit- the hard work of the conferees on this critically District of Texas. ment and run a 2-year pilot program to deter- important legislation. The recent string of ac- When not busy upholding the law, the Hon- mine the costs and benefits of external regula- counting scandals has badly damaged the orable Carl Walker, Jr. was involved in a num- tion. With the end of that pilot program, Sec- confidence of many Americans in our nation’s ber of civic and religious organizations in retary Pena’s successor, Secretary Richard- corporations and markets. This legislation is a Houston, Texas. son, decided that external regulation would be strong step toward restoring their confidence He held positions with the Civic League, El- unworkable. and stabilizing our nation’s economy. dorado Social Club, and the South Central Curiously, the two participating regulatory It seems like every day we hear a new story YMCA Board of Managers. Mr. Walker served agencies involved in the pilot came to a very of executives who misled their investors and as President of the Harris County Council of different conclusion. Both the Nuclear Regu- their workers and stole millions of dollars. Organizations, the Houston Chapter of the latory Commission (NRC) and the Occupa- These executives are called irresponsible; U.S.O., the Texas Southern University Alumni tional Safety and Health Administration they are accused of mismanagement or unor- and Ex-Students Associations, and the Hous- (OSHA) concluded the pilot to have been suc- thodox business practices. But these cor- ton Business and Professional Men’s Club. He cessful. I was the ranking member on the En- porate leaders aren’t unorthodox; they are also served on the board of directors of the ergy Subcommittee of the Science Committee criminals, plain and simple. They have stolen American Red Cross. when the pilot was completed and we had an more money than any thieves I’ve ever heard He had a number of professional affiliations elaborate hearing on this issue. I came away of, and their crimes have real victims. The victims of these corporate crimes are including the United States Supreme Court, convinced that while there were some ques- workers, like the workers at Enron who just the Houston Bar Association, the State Bar of tions about implementation, the overwhelming wanted an honest job with a fair expectation of Texas, the Texas Bar Foundation, the United evidence was that external regulation would job security. For all their hard work, these States Tax Court, Federal Bar Association, provide more safety to workers and commu- workers got 10 minutes to clear out their Fifth Circuit of Appeals, and the Texas Judicial nities near labs while allowing the labs them- desks. In some cases they were even denied Association. selves to focus more on the science and tech- their severance packages if they refused to I was humbled by an invitation to give a nology. special tribute to Carl Walker, Jr. at his pass- sign documents giving up the right to sue It is for this reason that laboratory managers ing. I hold our men and women who have Enron for defrauding them. Defrauding work- also favor external regulation. They believe used their lives to better our country in the ers and forcing them to give up their legal that external regulation would free up over- highest regard and take great pride in com- rights isn’t irresponsibility; it is a crime. head costs involved in self-regulation and memorating the extraordinary life of the Hon- Even workers who never had anything to do allow them to redirect resources towards doing orable Carl Walker Jr. It is because of Carl with Enron were hurt by the collapse of that more science. From the labs’ perspectives Walker’s good works that not only the Con- company. As Enron declared bankruptcy, pub- DOE is an inconstant regulator with changes gressional District but all of Houston and lic employees in 30 states lost anywhere from in standards, reporting requirements, and America could have an improved quality of $1.5 billion to $10 billion from their pension interventions. The NRC and OSHA are both life. He was a tremendous moral force who plans. Stealing money from public employee professional regulatory bodies that provide a will be sorely missed as we look to his exam- pension plans is not irresponsibility; it is a clearer regulatory regime with significant cost ple in the struggle for justice and integrity in crime. savings to those subject to their regulatory our country today. Even those of us who had absolutely noth- guidance. f ing to do with the Enrons or Worldcoms of the Recently, the Energy and Water Appropria- world are hurt by corporate crime. The uneth- A BILL FOR EXTERNAL REGULA- tions Subcommittee here in the House has ical behavior of the executives at Worldcom, TION OF NUCLEAR SAFETY AND taken a leading role in pushing the Depart- which was recently forced to admit it had in- OCCUPATIONAL SAFETY AND ment towards external regulation. Yet, the De- vented $3.8 billion in earnings, has had a dev- HEALTH AT DOE partment continues to resist external regula- astating effect on that company’s stock price. tion. Just yesterday, the Energy Subcommittee But the stock market as a whole has also suf- HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO of Science held a hearing in which the Direc- fered from the lack of confidence created by tor of the Office of Science said they are mov- OF ILLINOIS widespread corporate abuse. Less than 3 per- ing towards another study of external regula- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cent of all publicly traded companies misstate tion. They are planning an elaborate study in- their earnings, but this small group casts Friday, July 26, 2002 volving OSHA and NRC with preliminary re- doubt on the statements of other, more ethical Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sults due next year. After nine years of study- businesses. introduce a bill that provides for the external ing this issue, we already know that external A free-market system cannot function if in- regulation of nuclear safety and occupational regulation is the right answer; yet, DOE insists vestors do not trust executives, and therefore safety and health at the Department of Energy that another study is needed. the crimes of Worldcom and Enron are crimes civilian laboratories. This bill, which draws There is a consensus everywhere outside of not only against their stockholders, but against from the work of my friends and colleagues DOE that the labs should be subject to exter- the very system that allowed these companies Congressman TIM ROEMER, Congressman KEN nal regulation. GAO holds that position. The to flourish. CALVERT and former Congressman TOM BLI- Labs hold that position. The potential regu- Even after the collapse of Enron and the ex- LEY, would push the Department of Energy to lators hold that position. I believe the workers, posure of billions in fake earnings at take a step that virtually everyone agrees is the communities near the labs and the tax- Worldcom, many in Congress were working to overdue: get the Department of Energy out of payers all deserve to see this happen sooner protect their corporate patrons from any real the business of regulating itself in the areas of rather than later. As a Member of the Science accountability. The initial House-passed nuclear and worker safety. Committee—an authorizing Committee of juris- version of this legislation, sponsored by Mr. Discussion of external regulation at the labs diction—this bill is intended as another signal OXLEY, did nothing to protect against cor- is an old idea. It received an official boost in to DOE that foot-dragging and endless studies porate abuse and bring back public confidence 1993 when then Secretary of Energy Hazel will not satisfy this Congress. in corporate governance. In some cases, the

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.170 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1463 bill even would have made it more difficult to Constitutionally limited to one term, Gov- and drive to succeed, often working more than enforce auditing regulations. In its most glaring ernor West nevertheless made his mark on one Job in his quest for success. His remark- failure, Mr. OXLEY’s legislation left the wolf in our State in ways that still benefit us today. able efforts and strong will have paid off, in charge of the henhouse by ensuring that no Among his many legacies are the integration the Eternal Rest Funeral Home he owns and independent agency had the power to effec- of the Governor’s Executive staff, and creation manages with his son. While the funeral busi- tively police the internal auditing industry to of the South Carolina Human Affairs Commis- ness is incredibly difficult, Mr. Frazier’s busi- prevent conflicts of interest and protect inves- sion, the State’s fair employment, fair housing, ness brings great comfort and ease to families tors. and affirmative action agency. Both were firsts in their time of need. The fact that many fami- The Senate version of this legislation, how- for a southern state. He also created the lies have returned to Mr. Frazier’s business ever, responded much more effectively than South Carolina Housing Finance Authority, when the need arose testifies to the strong the House leadership to corporate crime. A which developed pioneering programs in af- sense of confidence his community has in him proposal introduced by Senator PAUL SAR- fordable housing. and his business. BANES for auditing the auditing industry goes After his distinguished service as Governor, Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join Windsor much farther than either the sham House bill he reentered the practice of law, but that was Village Methodist Church, Skipper Lee or the June 20 proposal for revamping the short lived. In 1977 President Jimmy Carter Frazier’s family and friends, and all those he SEC. The Sarbanes bill would create an inde- appointed him United States Ambassador to has inspired in honoring him on the occasion pendent board to oversee accounting prac- Saudi Arabia. His distinguished service as an of her 75th birthday and commending him on tices. It would prohibit accounting firms from Ambassador stretched from 1977Ð1981. his 45 years in radio. May the coming years destroying documents. Most importantly, the Mr. Speaker, on August 24, 2002, Governor bring good health, happiness, and prosperity. West’s wife Lois and their children have in- Sarbanes bill would prevent conflicts of inter- f est by preventing auditors from selling other vited other family members and friends to join services to the companies they are supposed them in celebration of the Governor’s 80th BEST WISHES TO REP. TONY HALL to be regulating. I wish this House were able Birthday. My family and I look forward to join- to vote up or down on Senator SARBANES’ bill. ing them on that occasion, and I ask you and HON. BRIAN BAIRD Fortunately, the House-Senate conference my colleagues to join me in wishing him good OF WASHINGTON report adopts several key elements of the luck, Godspeed, and a very Happy 80th Birth- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES day. Senate proposal. The conference agreement, Friday, July 26, 2002 in addition to including the provisions men- f Mr. BAIRD. Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to tioned above, also bars auditors from per- HONORING SKIPPER LEE FRAZIER forming most other services to the same com- honor my colleague, Representative Tony panies they audit, requires corporate officers HON. KEN BENTSEN Hall, as he embarks on a new path in a long to reimburse their companies for any bonuses journey. Ambassador Hall has worked dili- OF TEXAS or profits made from stock sales if their mis- gently for years to curtail the hunger that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES conduct resulted in the firm issuing a revised plagues the people of our country and the financial statement. It also generally bars cor- Friday, July 26, 2002 world. Hunger is an evil that strikes at the very porations from providing loans to any of its ex- Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor core of our needs as human beings. Its ecutive officers, just to name a few of the proof Skipper Lee Frazier as he celebrates his causes must be addressed and suffering visions included in the agreement. 75th birthday and 45 years in gospel radio. In eradicated. While it is not a perfect bill, it is far stronger recognition of Mr. Frazier, Windsor Village My wife, Dr. Rachel Nugent, has worked than the original House bill. The American United Methodist Church will be hosting a with the United Nations Food and Agricultural people want to feel confidence in the market ‘‘Roast and Toast,’’ on July 29, 2002. Organization. We both believe that Ambas- system that has brought so much prosperity. It An accomplished businessman, radio per- sador Hall will be an outstanding ambassador is our responsibility to fix the system so we sonality, and dedicated community advocate, on behalf of the United States. His perspective can move forward to a time when workers and Skipper Lee Frazier has touched the lives of and experience will complement the UN food investors are secure, and corporate crime is a many Houstonians. and agriculture organization and help them to thing of the past. Voting yes on this con- Born in Magnolia Springs, Texas, Skipper carry on the difficult work of alleviating hunger ference agreement is a step in that direction. Lee Frazier has dedicated his life to building and promoting justice. I urge my colleague to support this agreement. a successful career in radio, while embarking I wish Ambassador Hall much continued f on a number of business ventures. Mr. Frazier success in his new position and know that he began his radio career at KYOK, where he will bring relief and comfort to those in need. TRIBUTE TO GOV. JOHN C. WEST served as a part time disc Jockey while It has been an honor to serve with him in this hosting record hops and talent shows. After body. His example and selflessness will re- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN his tenure at KYOK, Mr. Frazier’s love for main with me throughout my tenure and be- OF SOUTH CAROLINA music and radio led him to KCOH, where he yond. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES first brought Houston the ‘‘Mountain of Soul,’’ f becoming the trademark personality that effect Friday, July 26, 2002 the lives of many. His career in radio helped CORPORATE RESPONSIBILITY Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to propel him into the record industry, where he SPEECH OF pay tribute to the State of South Carolina’s distinguished himself as a manager and 109th Governor, John Carl West, who I am promotor of local talent. He promoted and HON. JUANITA MILLENDER-McDONALD honored to count among my dear friends and managed the careers of such artists as The OF CALIFORNIA of whom I am proud to be a prote«ge«. Born on Masters of Soul, Mark Putney, Conrad John- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES August 27, 1922, former Governor West will son, Beau Williams, and Sugar Bear. During Thursday, July 25, 2002 celebrate his 80th Birthday during the upcom- that time, Mr. Frazier also managed two ing August recess. groups that brought him and the city of Hous- Ms. JUANITA MILLENDER-MCDONALD. John C. West began his public service as a ton national acclaim, Archie Bell and the Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the con- Member of the South Carolina Highway Com- Drellis and the TSU Tornadoes. Their big hit ference report, in support of H.R. 3763, and mission from 1948—1952. In 1955, he was was the popular dance tune ‘‘Tighten Up,’’ most importantly in support of all those inves- elected to the South Carolina State Senate which was written by Mr. Frazier. tors, employees, and retirees who have fallen from Kershaw County where he served for 11 Throughout his involvement in the music in- victim to the criminal acts of corporate wrong- years. His campaign was based entirely on dustry, Skipper Lee earned the opportunity to doers. This report not only agrees with, but the need for improved health care for the citi- promote shows for such legendary artists as also adds to the preventions and penalties zens of South Carolina. James Brown, B.B. King, Wes Montgomery, that would be put in place by the Senate In his first statewide election in 1967, Gov- and the O’Jays. With Mr. Frazier’s efforts, the passed legislation. We in the Congress must ernor West was elected Lieutenant Governor Kool Jazz Festival, presented in cities through- take the lead on this issue and protect the ev- of South Carolina. He held this position until out the country, proved a resounding success. eryday citizens who have been duped by cor- 1971, when he was elected South Carolina’s During his earlier years, Mr. Frazier em- porations and their managers, through manip- 109th Governor. ployed a tremendous sense of determination ulation of the equity markets, into believing

VerDate 112000 02:45 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.174 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1464 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 that their welfare and their life savings are in Born in Upland, Pennsylvania in 1914, Sen- historic ships, and his crucial role in estab- good hands. ator Bell attended and graduated from lishing the Presidio as a new national park. Corporate Responsibility Standards need to Swarthmore College and Harvard Law School, In its spectacular location at the Golden be mapped out so that a universal code of Senator Bell’s constituency in the 9th Senato- Gate, the Presidio is one of America’s great conduct is in place to penalize those who rial District encompassed portions of Delaware natural and historic sites. As general manager have committed these crimes, and prevent and Chester Counties. Throughout his career of the Presidio from November 1996 to May others from following in their footsteps. Clarence Bell was a visible and accessible 1997, John stepped up to the plate at the be- The quick and accurate disclosure of finan- legislator that was responsive and approach- ginning of its transition from Army base to na- cial information is needed to close the loop- able to those he served. tional park. Subsequently, as regional director, holes that have allowed these manipulations A member of numerous professional and he provided steady support and guidance for to occur. service organizations, Senator Bell was regu- the Presidio as it continued to develop in its The re-authorization of the monies needed larly recognized by these organizations and unique role as the only national park required to reinforce the job already being done by the countless others that valued his input and to become fully self-supporting. SEC is critical to insure that its enforcement leadership during his life as a public citizen. John was born in Yosemite National Park, and investigation capabilities are top of the A dedicated husband, father of two children, so perhaps it was inevitable that he should line. grandfather and great-grandparent three times dedicate his life to protecting and promoting This bill sets the tone for all of these initia- over, I call upon my colleagues to recognize national parks. We will miss him greatly, and tives to be accomplished and to put an end to the unselfish commitment to public service we wish him and his family all the best for the the manipulation of finances, and the greed that Clarence Bell possessed. I would also like future. driven practices of those who can only be de- to extend my deepest sympathies to the Bell f scribed as common criminals. family, especially his wife Mary James, his f friends, staff and the residents of the 9th Sen- LORI BERENSON’S UNJUST IMPRISONMENT TRIBUTE TO AN AMERICAN atorial District. We have lost a true champion PATRIOT in Harrisburg, however, Pennsylvania is a better place thanks to the extraordinary life and HON. MAXINE WATERS HON. CURT WELDON wisdom of Clarence Bell. OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF PENNSYLVANIA f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMENDING JOHN REYNOLDS ON Friday, July 26, 2002 Friday, July 26, 2002 HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE NA- Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I am outraged Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, TIONAL PARK SERVICE and appalled by the continuing incarceration of I rise this evening to pay special tribute to one Lori Berenson on charges of collaborating with of the finest public servants in the history of HON. NANCY PELOSI terrorists in Peru. Lori Berenson is not a ter- Pennsylvania politics. OF CALIFORNIA rorist, nor has she ever collaborated with ter- I was deeply saddened to learn that the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rorists. She is an intelligent and caring young woman who is committed to justice. Dean of the Pennsylvania Senate and my Friday, July 26, 2002 State’s longest serving member, Senator Clar- The Inter-American Commission on Human ence Bell, passed away today at the age of Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Rights recently vindicated Lori Berenson. The 88. express my deep appreciation for the work of Inter-American Commission came to the fol- Senator Bell, a tireless advocate for his con- Mr. John Reynolds, regional director for the lowing conclusion: stituency and working families across Pennsyl- western region of the National Park Service, ‘‘The Peruvian State is responsible for the vania will be fondly remembered and sorely Region IX. violation of the right to judicial guarantees, of missed. With John’s retirement on August 3, the na- personal integrity, and of the right concerning Senator Bell served a total of 48 years in tional parks will lose a dedicated, innovative the principle of legality to the detriment of the Pennsylvania legislature. First serving in leader. Berenson, having judged her in the military the Pennsylvania House Representatives in John Reynolds has devoted his entire ca- court, submitting her to inhumane and degrad- 1954, Clarence Bell was elected to serve as a reer to our national parks, joining the park ing conditions of detention, starting a new trial Senator in 1961. Serving under 11 Governors, service while still a student in 1961 and rising conforming to Legal Decree 25475 Senator Bell served as a member of the Ap- through the ranks to become director of the (antiterrorist law), and permitting the evidence propriations, Rules, Transportation, State Gov- Pacific West Region in 1997. In this position, collected during the first [military] process with ernment Committee, Military and Veterans Af- he held responsibility for 56 national parks in a value of proof in said [second] trial.’’ fairs Committee and most recently Chairman Hawaii, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon, Washington Lori Berenson has been unjustly imprisoned of the Senate Consumer Protection and Pro- and the islands of the outer Pacific. These in Peru for nearly seven years under the fessional Licensure Committee and the chair- parks include many of our country’s greatest harshest possible conditions. She has never man of the Joint Legislative Budget and Fi- natural and cultural treasures—majestic red- had a trial that respected her rights or met nance Committee. wood groves, active volcanoes, historic ships international standards of fairness and due Senator Bell led the effort to construct the and forts, sweeping seashores, and mountains process. Not only has Lori never wavered in Commodore Barry Bridge spanning the Dela- and valleys of stunning beauty. her insistence that she is innocent of the ware river and connecting Pennsylvania and John’s contributions to the national parks, charges against her, she was charged under New Jersey. However, the Senator took the and especially the western region, have been the antiterrorist laws that the Inter-American most pride in his unyielding desire to remain myriad. He has actively promoted new and in- Commission has deemed unacceptable. in touch with each of his constituents—he al- novative ideas, and has fostered unique and The Peruvian government is challenging the ways referred to them as his ‘‘neighbors’’. The creative problem-solving in the parks under his decision of the Inter-American Commission by Senator personally signed each piece of mail jurisdiction. He has done so much to bring the filing a lawsuit against the Inter-American answering his ‘‘neighbors’’ questions or ad- national parks to the people, especially in Commission at the Inter-American Court of dressing their concerns, congratulating them urban areas. Human Rights. Peru’s lawsuit is mean-spirited on their graduations or additions to their fami- He has served as a calming and effective and frivolous and will only result in the unnec- lies. Throughout his career he also personally presence in dealing with controversies over essary further incarceration of Lori Berenson. wrote a weekly newsletter. A man of incredible park stewardship. He has always worked to In similar cases, the Inter-American Court of energy and determination, Senator Bell achieve balance among the many purposes Human Rights has confirmed the rulings of the chaired a committee hearing as recent as this and uses of national parks, while first and Inter-American Commission that Peru’s past Tuesday. foremost remaining dedicated to preserving antiterrorist laws violate the American Conven- Before his career as a politician in Harris- the parks for future generations. tion on Human Rights. These court decisions burg, Clarence Bell served for five-and-a-half I wish to give John heartfelt thanks, on be- have resulted in the release of the defendants years in active duty in World War II and was half of my constituents in San Francisco, for whose rights were violated. also a Major General in the Pennsylvania Na- his oversight of the Golden Gate National Lori Berenson’s health has been damaged tional Guard. Senator Bell served a total of 38 Recreation Area, his support for the San Fran- by her wrongful imprisonment. The Inter Amer- years in the military. cisco Maritime National Historical Park and the ican Commission on Human Rights concluded

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.178 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1465 that the conditions of her incarceration are planned community which will consist of a 452 HIV ‘‘degrading and inhumane.’’ Continued incar- single family home residential community with ceration while awaiting a decision of the Inter a 12 acre community park, a YMCA, an inde- HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA American Court will cause her needless addi- pendent living facility, the Comprehensive OF MARYLAND tional suffering. Wellness Center, the Zina Garrison Tennis IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Legal and humanitarian considerations re- Center, and two museums. Friday, July 26, 2002 quire that Lori Berenson be released imme- Pastor Caldwell’s contributions extend far Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to intro- diately. I urge the Peruvian government to set beyond his pastoral duties. He is the author of duce legislation that will help patients who re- her free. the best seller, The Gospel of Good Success, ceived HIV infected blood products and trans- f which serves as a road map to spiritual, emo- plants. The humanitarian relief fund, modeled tional, and financial wholeness. Newsweek HONORING PASTOR KIRBYJON H. on the bipartisan Ricky Ray Hemophilia Relief identified Pastor Caldwell as a member of AND SUZETTE TURNER CALDWELL Act of 1998, honors Steve Grissom, the North ‘‘The Century Club,’’ and the magazine’s 100 Carolina resident infected with HIV while un- people to watch in the 21st century. Through- dergoing treatment for leukemia. What hap- HON. KEN BENTSEN out his years of service to his ministry and the pened to Steve Grissom and the thousands of OF TEXAS community, Pastor Caldwell has received nu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people like him is a national tragedy. merous accolades, including Community Part- It is my hope that this legislation can help Friday, July 26, 2002 ners’ Father of the Year, Texas Monthly’s victims of tainted transfusions. Steve’s story is Twenty Most Influential Texans, the FBI Direc- Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to not unique. An estimated 12,000 Americans tor’s Community Leadership Award, and the honor Pastor and Mrs. Kirbyjon Caldwell for contracted HIV from tainted blood and blood Bishop’s Award for Outstanding Leadership in their years of service and dedication to the products. Others got the disease through tis- Evangelism. Windsor Village United Methodist Church in sue and organ transplants. Houston, Texas. In honor of Pastor and Mrs. Aside from the monumental work he has In the early 1980s, the U.S. government is Caldwell, the Windsor Village Community done for Windsor Village, Pastor Caldwell, is believed to have known about the risks of HIV hosted the ‘‘20th Anniversary Celebration: involved in a number of civic and business infection, but may have failed to do enough to Recognizing Their Spiritual Leadership’’ on ventures that impact the community. He warn recipients or to institute safe blood prac- July 19, 2002. serves on the board of the National Children’s tices, according to a report by the Institute of A native Texan, Pastor Caldwell was edu- Defense Fund, the Greater Houston Partner- Medicine. cated in the Houston public school system, ship, Continental Airlines, Southern Methodist In 1995, legislation was introduced to help earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Econom- University, and Baylor College of Medicine, to hemophiliacs who contracted HIV through ics from Carleton College in 1975, and a Mas- name a few. such transfusions. The bill passed with over- ters Degree in Business Administration from Pastor and Mrs. Caldwell have been mar- whelming support, and was fully funded in the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton ried for 11 years and are the proud parents of 2001. However, the bill did not include funding School of Business in 1977. After graduate Turner, Nia and Alexander Caldwell. Mrs. Su- for people like Steve Grissom, who received school, Pastor Caldwell began a promising ca- zette Caldwell graduated from the University blood or transplants for other reasons. reer in investment banking. But, in an effort to of Houston with a Bachelor of Science in In- This legislation would provide needed relief fulfill God’s purpose for his life, Pastor dustrial Engineering, where she is currently for Steve and people like him. For it is the Caldwell enrolled into Southern Methodist Uni- pursuing a graduate school in social work. right thing to do. versity, Perkins School of Theology, where he Mrs. Caldwell’s professional career as an envi- f received a Masters Degree in Theology in ronmental engineer in the public and private sector spans over 17 years. H.R. 5005, HOMELAND SECURITY 1981. While completing his theology degree, ACT Pastor Caldwell was appointed Associate Pas- Suzette Caldwell has made her own signifi- tor of St. Mary’s United Methodist Church in cant imprint upon the Windsor Village commu- Houston and in less than a year he was ap- nity. Presently, she serves as a local pastor HON. DIANA DeGETTE OF COLORADO pointed Senior Pastor of Windsor Village and the Director of the Supernatural Services. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United Methodist Church. In addition, she serves as the Chairman of the Since his first sermon at Windsor Village in Board of Directors for the Kingdom Builders’ Friday, July 26, 2002 1982, Pastor Caldwell has dedicated himself Prayer Institute, a non-profit community-based Ms. DEGETTE. Mr. Chairman, I rise to ve- to addressing the needs of his congregation. organization that focuses on teaches people hemently oppose the Rogers amendment to The growth and success that Windsor Village how to pray and the effectiveness of prayer. H.R. 5005. This is a dangerous amendment has experienced under Pastor Caldwell’s lead- Among others, she serves as a member of the that would create a slippery slope, eroding the ership reveals a pastor who is truly connected Children’s Museum of Houston Advisory intent and protection of the Posse Comitatus to his community and committed to the Board, a member of the Teach for America Act. Mr. ARMEY plans to offer a manager’s church’s prosperity. Under his pastorship, the Advisory Board, and member of the National amendment that includes a sense of Congress Windsor Village membership has grown from Coalition of 100 Black Women. Her dedication re-affirming the intent of the Posse Comitatus 25 to over 14,000, and the average worship to service is exemplified by the numerous rec- Act, yet, it would have no legal impact. Fur- attendance has increased from 12 to 6,450. ognitions she has received over the years, in- thermore, if the Rogers amendment is in- The Church includes over 120 ministries, cluding, The National Association of 100 Black cluded in the final version of H.R. 5005, the which serve the community seven days a Women’s Makeda Award, The Suburban sense of Congress will provide absolutely no week. Sugar Land Women’s Community Service protection against the dangers of the Rogers The spiritual leadership at Windsor Village Award, The Samaritan Center’s Samaritan amendment. It is currently illegal for the mili- serves as a beacon for the Houston commu- Spirit Award, Philanthropy In Texas’ Hall of tary to conduct law enforcement, and Con- nity. With such facilities as the Power Center, Fame, and the US Army Corps of Engineers’ gress must not threaten this principle by pass- the Prayer Center and the Family Life Center, Achievement Award for Special Acts of Serv- ing the Rogers amendment. the congregation’s sense of community activ- ice. For 124 years, the Posse Comitatus Act has ism and outreach provides an ideal model of Mr. Speaker, throughout Kirbyjon and Su- protected the American public from the power service to the surrounding community. The zette Caldwell’s service to the Windsor Village and reach of the military in the enforcement of Power Center, developed in conjunction with United Methodist Community, their wisdom, the law. The authors of the Declaration of the Windsor Village Church Family and the enthusiasm, and vision, have served their con- Independence railed against the power of King Pyramid Community Development Corpora- gregation and its surrounding community well. George’s army in the affairs of the civil gov- tion, houses numerous services and entities, Their dedication to the community and com- ernment, and, in America’s earliest years, the such as the Imani School, J.P. Morgan Chase mitment to their neighbors sets them apart as public rightly feared the strength of a standing Bank, Houston Community College’s Business the spark that keeps faith aglow. I want to army in times of peace. The military is not Technology Center, the University of Texas- congratulate the Caldwell’s on their twenty trained to protect individual rights or the prin- Hermann Hospital Clinic, W.A.M. Inc, and 27 years of service to the Windsor Village Meth- ciple of innocent until conviction. Nor should business suites. Additionally, the church re- odist Church and thank them for their service they be. The military is charged with the pro- cently broke ground for a 234 acre master- to our community, state and nation. tection of the nation against armed attack by

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.181 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1466 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 foreign hostile regimes. We should never allow sion holders, and investors are compensated people who try to discharge debt from clinic the military to become entangled in the en- by corporate wrongdoers and their accom- protesting. forcement of our civil laws. plices. They suffered great losses; and This was the right thing to do, and I applaud The Rogers amendment would give the mili- through this legislation, they are not totally him for including it in this bill. tary a permanent position within the Depart- compensated for those injuries. Accountants, Overall, this bill is about fairness and I am ment of Homeland Security to make changes lawyers, and banks that aid and abet cor- pleased to support this Conference Report. to our government’s law enforcement struc- porate fraud are not held liable at all for dam- ture. Should the Rogers amendment be in- ages under current law. In order to restore in- f cluded in the final version of the Homeland tegrity to our financial markets, all parties will Security Act, the military would be able to in- need to be held responsible for their actions. H.R. 5005 MANAGER’S AMENDMENT fluence civilian use of the Internet, agricultural Clearly, our work is far from over. inspection activities, and customs enforce- f HON. SHERWOOD L. BOEHLERT ment, among others. We do not want generals BANKRUPTCY REFORM (H.R. 333) OF NEW YORK in the Pentagon influencing civilian use of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Internet. We do not want the Pentagon issuing visas and standing on our borders watching HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY Friday, July 26, 2002 who comes and who goes. We do not live in OF NEW YORK Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Chairman, I rise in a Communist state and the military should not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES support of the Manager’s Amendment. I want be enforcing our civil laws. Friday, July 26, 2002 to thank the Majority Leader and his staff, While Mr. ARMEY will offer an amendment to Margaret Peterlin, Steve Rademaker and re-affirm the intent of the Posse Comitatus Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- Hugh Halpern, for working so cooperatively Act, it will have no legal effect. The Rogers port of the Conference Report for the Bank- with us on these items. ruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Pro- amendment would. Vote no on the Rogers The Manager’s Amendment includes lan- tection Act. amendment. guage making clear the Department’s respon- I can give my colleagues one reason to sup- f sibilities to work with states, localities and the port this legislation—fairness. private sector to help them improve the secu- CLEANING UP CORPORATE This bill will restore fairness to our nation’s rity of their computer systems. The Amend- ACCOUNTING PRACTICES bankruptcy laws for those Americans who ment also establishes a volunteer corps of work hard and pay their bills on time. computer experts, who, upon request, could A few days ago, representatives from a HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY help localities recover from cyber attacks. number of credit unions came to my office, in- OF ILLINOIS The Amendment also includes two important IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cluding Rob Nemeroff of the Melrose Credit Union in Woodside, Queens in my Congres- provisions we worked out with the Energy and Friday, July 26, 2002 sional District. Commerce and Government Reform Commit- Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, the He detailed about how the hard working, tees, and I want to thank Chairman TAUZIN House of Representatives yesterday finally middle class people of his credit union—and and Chairman DAVIS and their staffs for their passed tough corporate and auditor account- of my District—continually have to pick up the work on these issues. ability legislation. After voting unanimously to tab for those who file bankruptcy—whether le- The first provision, based on Chairman oppose almost the same bill in April, House gitimately, as many do, or irresponsibly, as far Davis’s Federal Information Systems Manage- Republicans finally joined Democrats in taking too many do. ment Act, will help improve the security of fed- the first step to restore investor confidence by This bill will provide them some fairness— eral computer systems. cleaning up corporate accounting practices. I something that my constituents do not often The second provision will ensure that the want to emphasize that is only a modest first get from this Congress. government can take advantage of unsolicited step if we are to restore investor confidence H.R. 333 provides fairness to the victims of ideas from entrepreneurs and inventors who and protect workers and pension holders from criminal corporate executives by mandating are working on ways to enhance homeland corporate greed. that these corporate pirates can no longer security. After the anthrax attacks, Americans We could have passed strong reforms shield their multi-million dollar homes from de- came forward with an avalanche of ideas to months ago, but now we are playing catch up. frauded investors seeking to reclaim some of counter bioterrorism, and found that the gov- Our work will not be finished until there is pen- their lost assets. ernment had no way to avoid simply being sion security, stock options reforms, and gov- It provides fairness for those families who buried by the incoming information. That has ernment corporate watchdogs who are not tied suffered losses in the terror attacks of last to change, and the Department of Homeland to Enron and other corporate thieves. I strong- year by walling off any of the compensation Security has to be the instrument to change it. ly encourage the President to fire Harvey Pitt, paid to them through the Victims Compensa- The Department must have a way to receive to hire regulators who are independent from tion Fund or other victims’ funds from being unsolicited suggestions, evaluate them, and the industries they regulate, and to aggres- considered as income for repayment plans. either move with them, refer them to other ap- sively pursue those reforms. And this bill provides fairness for women propriate federal agencies, or reject them. The I am pleased that this legislation will stop and children in their ability to collect child sup- language will require the Department to do loans to corporate insiders, extend the statute port and alimony obligations. just that. of limitations for financial fraud from three to And for those who do file for bankruptcy, This is such a clear need for the Depart- five years, force corporate insiders to disclo- this bill includes numerous new protections for ment to do this—advocated by the National sure within two days, and strengthen whistle- them and their families. Academy of Science, among others—that the blower protections for corporate employees. This bill permits filers to keep their homes Science Committee, the Energy and Com- However, I am disappointed that we have and provide health insurance for themselves merce Committee and the Government Re- not acted ourselves or directed the Financial and their families before taking their assets form Committee each reported out a version Accounting Standards Board to account for into account for repayment plans. of language to meet this need. stock options as an expense. Stock options This bill states that low income debtors will In our Committee, Congresswoman LYNN packages have been used to deceive inves- be exempt from many of the provisions of this RIVERS offered helpful language to expand on tors and workers as to the true financial condi- bill if their median family income is below the the ideas in our base bill, and particularly, to tion of a corporation. At a recent Berkshire average for their state. promote coordination with the Technical Sup- Hathaway annual meeting, Warren Buffet stat- This legislation represents a fair, common port Working Group, an inter-agency group ed, ‘‘If options aren’t a form of compensation, sense approach towards tackling the important that currently tries to shift through unsolicited what are they? If compensation isn’t an ex- yet complicated issues surrounding the issue ideas. pense, what is it? And, if expenses shouldn’t of bankruptcy in a way that will benefit those I’m pleased that our three Committees were go into the calculation of earnings, where in working Americans who pay their bills while able to merge our approaches, and that Chair- the world should they go?’’ We need to create providing for those who cannot. man ARMEY included that agreement in the rules that will restore integrity to our markets. Finally, I applaud my colleague from New Manager’s Amendment. I am also disappointed that we are not York, Senator CHARLES SCHUMER for his tire- I urge support of this Amendment, which doing more to make sure that workers, pen- less battle to include tough penalties for the clearly improves the bill.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.185 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1467 TORT REFORM PROVISIONS IN The only bankruptcy crisis we have in Amer- chapter 7 bankruptcy unless the debtor is a THE HOMELAND SECURITY BILL ica is from companies like Enron and victim of terrorism. This will make it very dif- WorldCom. These corporations engaged in ficult for consumers to escape debt. HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO fraudulent accounting practices and then filed This legislation will have especially harsh OF CONNECTICUT for bankruptcy to protect themselves from their impact on senior citizens and women. Accord- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES creditors. These companies destroyed the ing to research by the Consumer Bankruptcy Project at Harvard University, seniors are the Friday, July 26, 2002 lives and life savings of not only their employees, but investors everywhere. This con- fastest growing group in bankruptcy. About Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Chairman, I rise in ference report would not do anything to pro- 82,000 Americans over 65 years-of-age filed strong support of this motion to strike. The ir- tect investors and employees from corporate for bankruptcy in 2001, up 244 percent since responsible liability protections added into this wrongdoing such as this. 1991. We will put seniors at the mercy of bill are unnecessary and dangerous to the It is important to note, however, that this price-gouging card companies. public health and safety. legislation will protect the large banks and Women represent the single largest group in This provision would give the new Secretary other financial institutions that engage in pred- bankruptcy, with households headed by of Homeland Security unprecedented execu- atory lending practices. This is wrong. Studies women accounting for about 40 percent of all tive authority to exempt from civil liability any show that irresponsible and overly aggressive bankruptcies today. This legislation will make product that is deemed ‘‘anti-terrorism tech- lending practices were behind the high level of it harder for them to escape debt and poverty nology.’’ Even willful misconduct would be ex- bankruptcies in the mid 1990’s. However, the by creating new types of ‘‘nondischargeable’’ cused. That means that people injured by a industry has not learned its lesson. Even as credit card debts. The legislation puts banks in product put out by a company trying to profit the industry continues to experience high prof- competition with women trying to collect child from the war on terrorism would be unable to its, it refuses to take responsibility for its poor support from a former spouse after bank- seek recourse of any kind. None. lending practices and increases its marketing ruptcy. Debtors will have to pay back more In fact, the only period during which injured and credit extensions. Two years ago, the money in credit card debts after clearing bank- parties can seek recourse for fraud or willful credit card industry increased its mail solicita- ruptcy, leaving less money for child support misconduct is, and I quote, ‘‘during the course tions by about fourteen percent. Additionally, and alimony. Proponents of the conference re- of the Secretary’s consideration.’’ Essentially, total credit extended, which includes unused port claim that this legislation gives top priority once a product is approved, the public is left credit lines and debt incurred by consumers, to women trying to collect child support when with no protection or remedy at all. has approached three trillion dollars for the distributing assets in Chapter 7 cases. How- Not only does this provision severely restrict first time ever. ever, more than 90 percent of all chapter 7 the ability of claimants to recover for their inju- This outrageous behavior should not be re- debtors have no assets to distribute. They ries, it also fails to provide for any alternative warded. Unfortunately, the credit card industry have no protection at all. form of recourse, leaving people who have has succeeded in winning enough support for Amazingly, this conference report expands been injured through no fault of their own to a bill that encourages predatory lending at the the most egregious abuse of the bankruptcy fend for themselves. expense of our most at risk citizens. Although system by expanding the scope of the luxury Mr. Chairman, no one here wants frivolous a few helpful provisions were added to the bill, home loophole to all fifty states. In five states, lawsuits. We simply want the tools to hold ac- such as language to ensure that persons who a debtor can hide all their resources in their countable corporations who have abused the use violence against clinics cannot shield their home. Unless a debtor is guilty of a very nar- public trust and would unduly profit from the assets by filing for bankruptcy, on the whole, row range of fraud or felonies, is declaring war on terror. This bill is about protecting the the bill hurts the poor and middle class. Ameri- bankruptcy within 40 months of buying a home public, protecting the health and safety of our cans deserve better, especially at a time when or has moved in from another state in the last citizens. It’s not about giving a free ride to cor- the economy has slowed and people’s jobs two years, the loophole remains. This legisla- porations who take advantage of the system. are in jeopardy. As such, I urge all of my col- tion will allow debtors to export the unlimited Let us not compromise these noble, bipartisan leagues to oppose this wrongheaded piece of homestead exemptions for two years. This goals with a misguided provision added at the legislation. means that corporate thieves like former last minute. Enron CEO Ken Lay can move to my district I urge my colleagues to support this motion f and escape paying investors and workers. to strike. OPPOSITION TO CONFERENCE Ken Lay comes from Texas. Texas is one of f AGREEMENT ON BANKRUPTCY the five states that does not have a cap on OPPOSITION TO THE CONFERENCE REFORM their homestead exemption. At the same time REPORT ON THE BANKRUPTCY a laid-off worker from a state like Delaware REFORM BILL HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY that does not have a homestead exemption OF ILLINOIS will lose a home that has as little equity as HON. JOHN D. DINGELL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES $30,000. This is an outrageous double standard. OF MICHIGAN Friday, July 26, 2002 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This legislation is also noticeably silent Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in when it comes to the role of credit card com- Friday, July 26, 2002 opposition to the conference report on H.R. panies in increasing consumer debt and filed Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposi- 333 ‘‘The Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and bankruptcies over the past decade. Credit tion to the Conference Report on the Bank- Consumer Protection Act.’’ This legislation card companies sent out five billion solicita- ruptcy Reform bill (H.R. 333). The goal of the puts the interests of politically powerful credit tions last year. Credit card companies target legislation, to ensure that debt that can be re- card companies ahead of the interests of sen- college students. College students lack inde- paid is indeed repaid, is meritorious. However, iors and working families. That is why this pendent means and have a high credit risk. the devil is in the details and many of these conference report is opposed by every major Yet this legislation does not curb these prac- details are particularly devilish. This legislation consumer rights organization, over twenty tices in any significant way. Language to re- will neither prevent more bankruptcies from women’s right organizations, and the AFLÐ quire responsible lending to college students occurring nor protect consumers. But it will CIO. This is flawed legislation that could not has been severely weakened. sanction the continued predatory and abusive come at a worse time. I urge my colleagues Also this bill does nothing to curb the prac- lending practices of the credit card industry, to reject this conference report. tices of predatory lenders, who will be able to which has pressed hard for this legislation. Last year, a record 1.45 million people filed collect debts regardless of how they deceived It is important to note that there is no con- bankruptcy. Experts attribute this to deterio- consumers. This bill allows most lenders to sumer bankruptcy crisis in America. Despite rating economic conditions and rising con- provide only a general statement on the credit the rascality perpetrated by the credit card in- sumer debts. Research shows that nine in ten card bill about the risks of paying at the min- dustry, including the solicitation of minors, bankruptcies are triggered by the loss of a job, imum rate and a toll-free number. Most con- seniors and pets, personal bankruptcies are high medical bills or divorce. Yet this legisla- sumers will not receive information that details not increasing. In fact, even as the average tion would not allow a bankruptcy judge to the long-term risk of accumulating credit card household debt burden has continued to climb take into account whether a debtor is blame- debt. over the past few years, bankruptcies have less for his or her financial problem when This legislation lets wealthy debtors and dropped by around fifteen percent. decising whether the person can declare credit card companies off the hook while it

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.188 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1468 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 makes it more difficult for working families and America needs a Federal backstop for both For instance, are these dedicated, loyal fed- laid off workers to make ends meet and avoid commercial and personal lines or property and eral workers simply supposed to accept the debt. Please join me in rejecting this anti-con- casualty lines and we need to keep such a bill fact that they can be fired without even so sumer conference report. This conference re- clean for extraneous amendments that are di- much as an explanation? Are they supposed port is bad for consumers and it should be op- visive and bad for our economy. to simply accept that their pay has been posed. I wish the Conferees well and yield back the unceremoniously cut by a third? Is that the f balance of my time. message we want to be sending to the rank- f and-file preparing to protect the nation at this SUPPORT OF MOTION TO GO TO new department? CONFERENCE ON H.R. 3210, TER- OPPOSING THE CHINESE GOVERN- We have in place rules and regulations that RORISM RISK PROTECTION ACT MENT’S PERSECUTION OF FALUN have worked for decades, rules that were put GONG PRACTITIONERS in place to not only protect workers but also to HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY ward off political patronage and corruption. A SPEECH OF OF NEW YORK Homeland Security Department is not the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DAVID E. BONIOR place to reinstate either. Friday, July 26, 2002 OF MICHIGAN Mr. Chairman, our civil service protections are good enough for the Defense Department. Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES They are good enough for the CIA, the FBI port of the Motion to Go to Conference. Monday, July 22, 2002 As a Representative from New York City, I and virtually everyone else in the Federal gov- Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, for years, Falun have seen and heard first hand the massive ernment. I fail to see how they are not good Gong practitioners have been persecuted at need for such a Federal backstop. enough for the one hundred and seventy thou- the hands of the Chinese government. Tens of While our nation has plunged into a reces- sand workers who will be working in the new thousands of these individuals have been tor- sion over the past 2 years—the economic con- Homeland Security Department. tured in prisons, labor camps, and mental hos- ditions of New York City are even more pre- Again, I strongly urge my colleagues to sup- pitals for practicing their peaceful form of per- carious. port this amendment. For example, between August 2001 to May sonal belief. I have been appalled by the sto- f 2002 while unemployment rates have risen 13 ries I have head from Falun Gong members in Michigan of the horrific acts of violence to- H. RES. 443: TO EXPRESS THE SUP- percent in the U.S. they have increased by 20 PORT OF THE HOUSE FOR PRO- percent in New York City. wards Falun Gong practitioners. I believe we must do all we can to stop this persecution. GRAMS AND ACTIVITIES TO PRE- While there are a number of factors for this VENT PERPETRATORS OF FRAUD decline, one is the lack of new construction The United States needs to take a stand against these atrocities, and send the mes- FROM VICTIMIZING SENIOR CITI- and building. ZENS This dearth of investment and new construc- sage to the Chinese government that these tion is due to a lack of financing by banks that terrible acts of violence will not be tolerated. will not provide lending to a project that cannot We need to urge the Chinese government to HON. DANNY K. DAVIS get commercial property and casualty insur- release from detention those Falun Gong OF ILLINOIS ance. practitioners who are guilty of nothing less IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than practicing their faith. We must put an end Furthermore, for those few businesses that Friday, July 26, 2002 can obtain limited insurance coverage often do to these abhorrent human rights abuses. not have adequate coverage and are paying I am a cosponsor of H. Con. Res. 188, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise drastically higher prices for such limited cov- which expresses the sense of Congress that today to speak about an epidemic. It’s not one erage. the Government of the People’s Republic of that you’ll read about in a medical book, and This again saps vital and badly needed re- China should cease its persecution of Falun unfortunately, it’s probably not one that a lot of sources out of New York’s and all of Amer- Gong practitioners. This measure passed the people know enough about, in general. But, ica’s economy. House overwhelmingly on July 24, 2002. I re- we need to respond to this problem, just as Providing a Federal backstop is good for gret that I was unable to cast a vote on this we would if it were a public health situation— workers and good for the economy. resolution, as I was detained in my home state by launching a vigorous public awareness Additionally, while in conference, I also hope of Michigan when the measure came to the campaign. that the Conferees will give serious consider- House floor. I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this Let me give some examples of what I’m ation to an issue I brought up with Chairman resolution, and I am glad that the House acted talking about: Oxley during Committee mark up—that of pro- in unity to condemn persecution of the Falun Two individuals pleaded guilty to charges of viding a backstop to personal lines of property Gong. mail fraud in connection with a scheme solic- and casualty insurance lines as well. f iting elderly individuals to invest in silver and While personal P&C insurance carriers now gold coins. The victims, who were promised a claim they can handle any claims for unthink- CIVIL SERVICE AMENDMENT FOR high rate of return on their investments, were able terrorist attacks that could effect personal HOMELAND SECURITY LEGISLA- coerced into paying 200 to 300 percent more property and casualty holders, such as home- TION than the coins were worth. owners, we heard this same thing about com- A group defrauded 200 elderly investors na- mercial lines pre-September 11. HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO tionwide of an estimated $34 million from the No one can predict the future, and we need OF CONNECTICUT offer and sale of fraudulent promissory notes to be prepared for anything. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and other fraudulent securities. The majority of Could personal lines provide for a large- the victims were senior citizens who were con- Friday, July 26, 2002 scale attack on a neighborhood using nuclear, vinced to liquidate safe retirement accounts biological or chemical terrorism? Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Chairman, I rise in and transfer those funds to risky investments. We don’t know, and that is why I brought strong support of this amendment. As cur- An independent insurance agent obtained this issue up at mark-up and am hopeful for rently written, H.R. 5005 would needlessly un- over $508,000 from twelve senior citizens some work on this issue in conference. dermine civil service protections for one hun- whom he promised a 10 percent return on Additionally, I am hopeful that the Conferees dred and seventy thousand federal workers in their money in an investment opportunity. will work to provide a real backstop and strip the new department—both union and non- None of the funds were ever invested. out an extra legislative riders such as the union. Elderly victims were falsely told that bond damaging tort reforms added by the Repub- At a time when we need to attract and re- companies were in possession of a $25,000 licans leadership to the House bill in the dark tain the best and the brightest to this new de- bond in the name of the victims, which they of night. partment, it makes no sense at all to strip its could receive after they paid the bond compa- These riders threw a red herring into this workers of their most basic civil service pro- nies a fee ranging from $100 to $3,000 for debate and slowed Congressional action on tections. What happens to the federal workers ‘‘research’’ or ‘‘paperwork.’’ None of the vic- this issue—not a lack of trying by the Senate, who transfer to this department and find that tims ever received a valuable bond, but elderly including Senator Schumer of New York, a the benefits of civil service are suddenly victims sent the bond companies approxi- leading proponent of backstop legislation. gone? mately $1.6 million.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.192 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1469 I wish these anecdotes were isolated inci- 2002 WORLD BASKETBALL SUPPORT FOR H.R. 3612, THE MED- dents, but unfortunately they are just the tip of CHAMPIONSHIPS ICAID COMMUNITY ATTENDANT the iceberg. SERVICES AND SUPPORTS ACT (MiCASSA) ON THE 12TH ANNI- In fiscal year 2001 alone, the U.S. Postal In- HON. JULIA CARSON VERSARY OF THE AMERICANS spection Service responded to 66,000 mail WITH DISABILITIES ACT fraud complaints, arrested 1,691 mail fraud of- OF INDIANA fenders, convicted 1,477 of such offenders, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DANNY K. DAVIS and initiated 642 civil or administrative actions, Friday, July 26, 2002 OF ILLINOIS recovering over $1.2 billion in court ordered IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES restitution payments. If these figures weren’t Ms. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise Friday, July 26, 2002 distressing enough, the number of complaints today to bring to the attention of the House is on the rise. The Postal Inspection Service Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise to that the United States will be playing host to recognize the 12th anniversary of the Ameri- has already responded to 68,000 mail fraud the World Basketball Championship for the cans with Disabilities Act and to request sup- complaints this year to date—pointing to a first time in the event’s 50 year history. For 11 port for H.R. 3612, the Medicaid Community- possible 27 percent increase in complaints by days from August 29 to September 8, 2002, Based Attendant Services and Supports Act, the end of this fiscal year. 16 teams from all over the world will compete also known as MiCASSA. It is fitting that we According to AARP: for the title of World Basketball Champions, give special attention to the merits of this im- ‘‘Older Americans are the targets of a new and appropriately they will be competing for portant bill as we recognize the twelfth anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act. kind of criminal. This criminal holds you up in that title in what is known as the basketball On July 26, 1990 President George Bush your own home, but not with a gun. This crimi- capitol of the world, Indianapolis, Indiana. signed the Americans with Disabilities Act into nal’s weapon of choice is the telephone. Long before basketball was a world game, law. This landmark civil rights legislation ush- ‘‘There may be more than 10,000 fraudulent it was an Indiana game, in fact it was THE In- ered in a new era of promise for a segment telemarketing operations calling hundreds of diana game. There is no place in the world of our population whose talents and rights as thousands of American consumers every day. that follows basketball with more passion, de- American citizens have been too long ignored. Older Americans are a prime target of these votion, support, and adoration than in Indiana. It established a new social compact that seeks crooks . . . The term for this basketball craze is fondly to end the paternalistic patterns of the past that take away our rights if we become dis- ‘‘. . . 56 percent of the names on ‘mooch called ‘‘Hoosier Hysteria.’’ A hysteria that allows Indiana to have over 30 high school gym- abled. It says that people with disabilities have lists’ (what fraudulent telemarketers call their the right to be active participants integrated nasiums with seating capacity over 5,000, in- lists of most likely victims) were aged 50 or into the everyday life of society. older. cluding one arena that seats 5,600 people, not Much like the promise of the 1965 Civil ‘‘Many of the older people preyed upon by too surprising until you find out that the town’s Rights Act, however, the promise cannot be- dishonest telemarketing companies are well- population is only 5,000. come a reality until we roll up our sleeves and educated, with above-average incomes, and Indianapolis is also no stranger to major do the work necessary to eliminate the bar- they are socially active in their communities.’’ international sporting events. It is preparing for riers, which still hinder its full implementation. While some recent decisions of the Supreme Therefore, the sales pitches these compa- what is expected to be about 150,000 to 175,000 visiting basketball fans. Court have threatened the scope of the ADA, nies use are appropriately sophisticated. They I would like to call our attention to a Supreme include: ‘‘phony prizes, illegal sweepstakes, Indianapolis not only hosts the three largest Court ruling that reaffirms the fundamental sham investments, crooked charities, and ‘re- single day sporting events in the world in it’s principle that people with disabilities have the covery rooms’ where victims are scammed three races, but it has also hosted 4 NCAA right to be active participants integrated into again by the telemarketers with promises that, Men’s Final Fours, 14 United States Olympic the everyday life of society. In 1999, the Court for a fee, they will help them recover the Team Trials, the 2001 World Police and Fire ruled in the Olmstead case that states violate money they have lost.’’ games, and is slated to host many events in the Americans with Disabilities Act when they unnecessarily put people with disabilities in in- The National Consumers League, the oldest the near future. stitutions. The problem is that our Federal- nonprofit consumer organization in the United Indianapolis hopes that its Hoosier Hysteria State Medicaid Program has not been updated States, reports that: ‘‘It’s estimated that there will shine through and take on a new inter- and has a built-in bias that results in the un- are 14,000 illegal telemarketing operations national light to warmly welcome the many necessary isolation and segregation of many bilking U.S. citizens of at least $40 billion dol- international visitors. It is in this spirit of sup- of our senior citizens and younger adults in in- lars annually.’’ They believe that ‘‘[t]he first port and international goodwill that the entire stitutions. step in helping older people who may be tar- Indiana Delegation is introducing House Con- In the case of Medicaid beneficiaries who gets of fraud is to convince them that the per- current Resolution 443, a resolution supporting need long-term support services, the only op- son on the other end of the line could be a the 2002 World Basketball Championships tion currently guaranteed by Federal law in crook!’’ and welcoming the visiting teams from Algeria, every State is nursing home care. Too often decisions relating to the provision of long-term In order to ‘‘to express the support of the Angola, Argentina, Brazil, Canada, China, Germany, Lebanon, New Zealand, Puerto services and supports are influenced by what House for programs and activities to prevent is reimbursable under Federal and State Med- Rico, Russia, Spain, Turkey, Venezuela, and perpetrators of fraud from victimizing senior icaid policy rather than by what individuals citizens,’’ and ‘‘to educate and inform the pub- Yugoslavia. need and deserve. Research has revealed a lic, senior citizens, their families, and their International sporting events such as the significant bias in the Medicaid program to- caregivers about fraud perpetrated through 2002 World Basketball Championship play an ward reimbursing services provided in institu- mail, telemarketing, and the Internet,’’ please important role in continuing to foster positive tions over services provided in home and join Representative JOHN MCHUGH, and me in international relationships between partici- community settings. Other options have ex- passing House Resolution 443. pating teams and fans. This event provides an isted for decades but their spread has been Our colleagues in the Senate have passed opportunity for not only residents of Indiana, fiscally choked off by the fact that 75% of our long term care dollars go to institutional set- a resolution designating the week beginning but for all Americans to unite behind their na- tings, in spite of the fact that studies show that August 25, 2002 as ‘‘National Fraud Against tional team and also welcome the players and many people do better in home and commu- fans from all the visiting teams. Therefore, Mr. Senior Citizens Week.’’ We will be able to col- nity settings. laborate with them, the U.S. Postal Inspection Speaker, I ask that Congress join me in sup- Only 27 States have adopted the benefit op- Service, and numerous advocacy groups in porting the 2002 World Basketball Champion- tion of providing personal care services under raising public awareness about this epidemic ship for Men welcoming the 16 international the Medicaid program. Although every State of fraud and deception against senior citizens teams to the United States by supporting this has chosen to provide certain services under and hopefully prevent future incidents of fraud. resolution. home- and community-based waivers, these

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National Governors Association, ‘‘We can pro- Friday, July 26, 2002 vide a higher quality of life by avoiding institu- We need to apply our values to governing. Ms. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise Our values tell us that accountability and tional services whenever possible. . . . We responsibility must be operating principles will still need quality nursing home care for the today to talk about the important issue of passenger rail in America, and the future of Am- in our markets, especially for the corpora- foreseeable future, but we can maintain the tions that form the bedrock of our capital- necessary level of needed nursing home care trak. istic system. while growing home and community based The passenger rail system suffers from Sensible rules that enable our companies services if Congress will give the States the gross neglect of our investment. to function effectively will grow the eco- We have actively engaged in financing, de- nomic pie for every American taxpayer and tools.’’ veloping, and preserving the infrastructure of every American family. Too many times in The MiCASSA bill is precisely the tool both all other modes of transportation. Whether the last 7 or 8 years the special interests and the States and consumers need to obtain bailing out the airline industry, federally fund- extremist voices that would like to get rid of almost all regulations have triumphed in the more cost effective long-term services in the ing and fixing the interstate highway system, most appropriate setting for the individual. In- face of common sense and the sentiment of or subsidizing airport construction. the majority of the American people. Too stead of creating a new entitlement, MiCASSA It is imperative that we build a world class often these voices have had a real and, I makes the existing entitlement more flexible. It passenger railroad system in the United would submit, destructive impact on our amends Title 19 of the Social Security Act and States. We cannot wait for highways and air- laws and our economic health. creates an alternative service called Commu- ports to become so overwhelmed that they So today we are here to listen and to learn, nity Attendant Services and Supports. This al- can no longer operate, and we cannot con- not simply to what went wrong but, more lows individuals eligible for Nursing Facility importantly, to figure out how to make it tinue to hold the millions of Americans who right. Services or Intermediate Care Facility Serv- rely on rail service in limbo while we refuse to Democrats in Congress have spent months ices for the Mentally Retarded, regardless of provide Amtrak with adequate funding. seeking solutions to this crisis, and we are age or disability, the choice to use these dol- This is why yesterday I introduced H.R. prepared to go to any part of this country to lars for ‘‘Community Attendant Services and 5216, the National Defense Rail Act, which will figure out what happened, why it happened, Supports.’’ mirror legislation introduced by Senator ER- and the best way to fix the problem. This week, as you all know, the Senate NEST HOLLINGS. These attendant services and supports unanimously passed—and I’ll say it again, This legislation provides a blueprint for the range from assisting with activities of daily liv- unanimously passed, and that’s a rare occa- future of passenger rail in the United States. ing, such as eating, toileting, grooming, dress- sion—a crucial bill that would attack the The bill will help develop high-speed rail cor- ing, bathing and transferring, as well as other current crisis of confidence. The Sarbanes ridors, long distance routes, short distance bill would bring about structural changes in activities including meal planning and prepara- routes, security and life-safety needs, and will our auditing system, making sure that au- tion, managing finances, shopping and house- provide Amtrak with the tools and funding it dits are objective and independent, while im- hold chores. needs to operate efficiently. posing stiff criminal penalties on bad actors and actresses. Quality assurance programs, which promote Mr. Speaker, we consider subsidies to air- We in the House have been working for consumer control and satisfaction, are also in- lines and roads be worthwhile investments in months to pass a strong initiative that cluded in this bill. The provision of services our economy and our quality of life. We must would also protect people’s pensions and re- must be based on an assessment of functional make the same investment to create a world- store investors’ faith. We have offered a fi- need and according to a service plan ap- class passenger rail system in order to see nancial services bill, a criminal penalties proved by the consumer. It also allows con- the same kinds of benefits. bill, and an offshore tax havens bill as part sumers to choose among various service de- I urge my colleagues to join me by cospon- of a much more comprehensive business In- vestors’ and Employees’ Bill of Rights. livery models including vouchers, direct cash soring this bill, and show your support for a Unfortunately, the leadership in the House payments, fiscal agents and agency providers. strong national passenger rail system. in the Republican Party—and, therefore, the Some have argued that such a flexible and f leadership—has blocked these proposals. We have faith that these problems can still be consumer friendly option would bring people CORPORATE ACCOUNTABILITY fixed. We have the most ingenious entre- who need these services ‘‘out of the wood- HEARING preneurs, the brightest minds leading our work’’ and make our Medicaid costs skyrocket. way to innovation. And we have the hardest This bill has been put together based on what HON. RICHARD A. GEPHARDT working, most resilient, most resourceful we have learned from pilot programs and best people on the face of the Earth. And for that, OF MISSOURI we are all grateful. practices throughout the States. Oregon and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kansas have data to show that fear of sky- And today we pledge to continue to work Friday, July 26, 2002 together in order to do what’s simply right rocketing costs is blown out of proportion. for the people that we all represent. While there may be some increase in the Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I submit the We thank our guests, and especially my number of people who use this option at first, attached document, which is the transcript of brave colleagues in the Congress who every savings will be made on the less costly com- the corporate accountability hearing conducted day speak up for the American people and munity based services and supports, as well by Members of the House of Representatives, who helped build this country into the greatest nation that’s ever existed. as the decrease in the number of people for printing in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. going into institutions. The bill also allows PANEL 1: PENSIONS, WALL STREET AND OPENING STATEMENT BY HOUSE DEMOCRATIC CORPORATE FRAUD states to limit the total amount spent on long- LEADER HON. RICHARD A. GEPHARDT Mr. GEPHARDT. I’d like to introduce our term care in a year to what the state would Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you all for being first panel. have spent on institutional services. here. If I could, I would like to make an What can I say about Eliot Spitzer. He was opening statement, and then we will get to Whether a child is born with a disability, an at this a long time before any of us were fo- our first panel, with appreciation for all of cusing on these problems of corporate abuse adult has a traumatic injury or a person be- our panelists for their time and effort to be and accountability. At the State level, he comes disabled through the aging process, we here with us today for this important hear- helped to launch a national reform effort to can and must do better in offering our citizens ing. close loopholes and to hold people who don’t the kind of long term care services they need We are honored to have with us today some play by the rules accountable. and deserve. I can think of no better way to very talented and special guests, an all-star The same goes for Richard Moore, State honor the memory of our departed disability team of experts on the issue of corporate ac- Treasurer in North Carolina. Richard Moore countability and responsibility that has be- has worked hard to protect the pensions of rights leader, Justin Dart, who died on June come one of the most important issues in our all the people in his State. He’s understood 22nd and was known by many as the father country. the fundamental truth, that without trans- of the Americans with Disabilities Act than to I think many of us are tired of the old left- parency and clear rules of the road, our in- support passage of H.R. 3612. right political debates because, to my mind, vestors get hurt, employees suffer, and our

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.199 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1471 economy does not reach its potential. We’re marketplace, we responded with the forma- the conflicts infecting the research rec- lucky to have him with us today, and we tion of the Securities and Exchange Commis- ommendations that they receive will simply thank him for coming. sion and the implementation of the Securi- result in the public’s hesitation to reenter Finally, William White is the CEO of ties Act of 1933 and the Securities and Ex- the market. That will damage our markets, WEDGE Group, an investment firm based in change Act of 1934. damage the companies that turn to the cap- Houston. He’s been a private executive else- The role of government is properly to de- ital markets for financing, and delay if not where. He served in the Clinton administra- fine the boundaries and rules of fair play in deny the economic turnaround that we so tion as Deputy Secretary of Energy. He has the marketplace. And especially at moments desperately need. a broad range of experience that he brings to when the rules appear to be broken, govern- Beyond a failure to act, the House Repub- the table in both the private and public sec- ment must step back and evaluate the rules licans have been actively critical of my of- tor, and we look forward to having the per- themselves. As important as punishing those fice’s efforts to crack down on analyst con- spective of someone with considerable expe- who break the rules is ensuring that the flicts of interest. Indeed, Congressman Oxley rience in both private and public life. rules themselves are properly structured. has attacked my office’s efforts, charging I am surrounded by many of my col- With that framework, I want to discuss that I have ‘‘burned investors in Merrill,’’ leagues, who I have enormous admiration some of the specific proposals that have been who have seen Merrill Lynch’s stock price for. All of them have been deeply involved in advanced by both parties and to talk about fall. all of these issues of trying to increase re- how a national market must respond to the Congressmen Oxley and Baker publicly sponsibility and accountability. And I would challenges that arise when its rules no stated in a letter to all attorneys general like to be able to have the time here today longer provide the necessary protections that if investigations such as mine contin- to have them all make an opening state- sought by investors. ued, they would introduce legislation that ment, but I know our guests are on a short It has become increasingly apparent that would prohibit State regulators through law time leash, so we’re going to go right to our the Democratic congressional proposals rec- enforcement officials from seeking sub- testimony. And then we’ll open this up for ognize the structural flaws that have been stantive relief from investment bank ana- some questions. allowed to develop in our marketplace and lysts who continue to mislead the investing Attorney General Spitzer, would you lead offer meaningful reforms that would protect public. Such an amendment circulated in the us off? Thank you for being here. small investors. The Republicans’ response Senate during consideration of the Sarbanes has been to ignore and deny the true scope of STATEMENT OF ELIOT SPITZER, NEW YORK bill and could still become a matter that the problems and to measure any reforms by STATE ATTORNEY GENERAL could be brought up in the conference com- their distance from current practice, rather mittee. Mr. SPITZER. Thank you, Congressman than their proximity to appropriate stand- Gephardt, for that kind introduction, and Let me state very clearly that State en- ards of behavior. forcement of securities laws is absolutely thank you for your leadership in protecting Today, the Republicans in Congress are ac- crucial to protecting the investors’ rights in small investors and the integrity of our fi- cepting deviancy in the markets and are the marketplace. Preempting State activi- nancial markets. willing to define marketplace standards by ties in this area, removing the cops from the Investors must often rely on the judgment what has become common practice instead of and good faith of others to assist them as by what is good practice. Hundreds of invest- beat, would further undermine investor con- they make their investment decisions. They ment bankers have said to me: ‘‘Market pres- fidence. I will also note in passing the supreme rely on the research and recommendations of sures force us to the lowest common denomi- irony of having the so-called States rights their brokers. They rely on the judgment of nator. We will feel compelled to sink lower advocates crafting amendments that would the executives running the companies in and lower in our behavior unless government restrict the ability of State regulators and which they invest. And they rely on inde- defines standards for us.’’ That is the proper pendent auditors to ensure that they are re- role for government and the proper response law enforcement officials to address wrong- ceiving an honest accounting of those com- to market pressures that will otherwise de- doing in their States. For years, the Republicans have invoked panies’ profits and losses. fine deviancy down. During the past few months, many inves- The difference between the Democratic and principles of federalism as they rallied for a tors have learned that their trust was sorely the Republican approaches is perhaps best il- smaller, less active Federal Government and misplaced. lustrated by comparing the competing re- advocated for the devolution of power from Research analysts recommended stocks to sponses to my office’s investigation that un- the Federal Government back to the States. investors even as they knew those companies covered Wall Street analysts too often rec- But now that the States have begun to vigor- were poor investments. Corporate executives ommend companies to investors based on the ously exercise the powers handed to them, cooked the books to enrich themselves at the investment banking fees that those compa- Republicans have undergone a devolution expense of their shareholders. And account- nies generate instead of the underlying in- evolution and want their powers back. ants who were supposed to provide an inde- vestment value. The Republican supporters of these anti- pendent audit and review of those books and Our investigation revealed that Merrill an- State amendments pay lip service to the accounts disregarded their duty in search of alysts writing stock reports function as sales need for uniform Federal standards gov- greater fees from the companies they were representatives for the firm’s investment erning our securities markets. Congressman auditing. bankers, using promises of positive research LaFalce, in his legislation, has proposed just Our Nation’s economy has been the engine coverage to bring in new clients and stock such a standard, one that will go a long way that has brought unprecedented wealth to offerings. We uncovered evidence dem- toward ensuring that the advice that inves- millions of Americans and their families. onstrating that a key factor in setting an- tors receive is advice that is in their best in- Our free market system which allows busi- nual compensation for analysts was their terest. nesses and entrepreneurs to flourish without success in generating or facilitating the gen- And so I say to the Republicans in Con- excessive government regulation and inter- eration of investment banking fees and not gress: You have asked for uniform standards. vention is unrivaled anywhere in the world. the accuracy of their buy/sell recommenda- Congressman LaFalce has proposed a uni- But our great economic engine is fueled by tions to the public. form standard. You should enact the LaFalce a belief that the market participants play by While our investigation in New York is legislation. the rules. As companies compete in our free still ongoing, it is fair to say that these Analyst conflicts are only one part of the market, we have required them to operate practices were not unique to Merrill Lynch. problem. The collapse of Arthur Andersen within certain boundaries delineated by In response to concerns about the conflicts and Enron and the massive overstatement of carefully articulated rules, standards of con- of interest driving research analyst rec- earnings at Global Crossing, WorldCom, and duct, and disclosures. And if those rules ommendations, Congressman LaFalce pro- other corporations demonstrate the need for cease to address the realities of an evolving posed a substitute to H.R. 3763 which would new rules of corporate governance and new marketplace, or if they’re easily exploited, require analysts to be evaluated and com- standards for the accounting industry. we must put into place new rules that pre- pensated based on the quality of their re- The Sarbanes bill would require account- vent the exploitation of investors. search and would insulate analysts from the ing firms to return to their roots as auditors Throughout our economic history, we have demands of the investment banking business. and separate their auditing function, where been willing to implement new marketplace In short, the LaFalce bill would ensure they stand at arm’s length from their cli- rules to address investor concerns. And the that analysts serve their true clients, the in- ents, and their consulting practices, where lesson that history teaches us is that new vestors, not the investment bankers. the client’s interest is paramount. rules furthered our economic interests. The Republican bill, sponsored by Rep- Finally, the corporate reporting scandals In the early 20th century, when trusts were resentative Oxley, does not require the in- illustrate that too many public companies exploiting the marketplace and undermining vestment banks to change their practices are placing the interests of the executives the ability of the markets to function, Teddy but merely directs the kinder and gentler Se- who run the companies before the interests Roosevelt responded with new rules that re- curities and Exchange Commission to study of their shareholders and employees. The stricted the ability of trusts to function. As the issue and report back, and the SEC that decades’ long shift of power from share- he said then, ‘‘We draw the line against mis- has already dawdled and stalled, hesitated holders to CEOs created an era of the impe- conduct, not against wealth.’’ and malingered. rial CEO so dominant that neither boards And a few decades later, when massive The refusal of the Republican majority to nor shareholders could really control either stock market fraud drove investors from the address the investing public’s concerns about executive compensation or decision-making.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.202 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1472 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 It is time to restore to boards and institu- markets were bridled in the name of fairness. years. As a result, we as institutions find tional shareholders the obligation of serious And this is something that has been a bipar- ourselves collectively the largest single participation in corporate governance. We tisan issue. It’s been understood since the shareholder in virtually every major com- need to insist that public companies report founding of this republic. pany in America. The founders of those com- results that reflect reality and not clever The second obvious point that I believe panies, or the founders’ descendants, in gamesmanship, and that allow investors to needs to be made—and also, I must take just many instances are no longer seated around understand their true financial position. And a second here of personal privilege. I’m a big the board tables advocating in their own we need to strictly punish corporate execu- student of history, and we always seem to go self-interests for the rights of the share- tives who falsely certify their companies’ fi- in cycles. The last time we had a tremendous holders. nancial statements. loss of confidence in the public markets was It is truly today often a setting like gov- These reforms are not only vital to the in- the Great Depression. And the Great Depres- ernment, the arena that we all work in, tegrity of our markets, they are necessary if sion brought about the passage, as my good where people spend other people’s money. we are going to achieve the economic recov- friend Eliot Spitzer has already recited, of We, as institutional owners, must act like ery that we all seek. Taken together, the re- the Securities acts of 1933 and 1934, and the the owners that we have become. However, forms we are discussing today will signal to passage of the Glass-Steagall Act. I’m ex- we cannot do it alone. We need your help. We a disenchanted and distrusting public that tremely proud that my grandfather, Frank need Congress and the administration to we will no longer tolerate the betrayal of W. Hancock Jr., as a business-oriented mem- make sure that we can properly exercise our trust. These reforms will tell investors and ber of the House Banking Committee, played prerogatives of ownership. We need your help stockholders that the markets are governed a significant role in drafting and cham- to make sure that we can tell whether the by rules, and those rules are geared to pro- pioning many pieces of the necessary re- interests of management and shareholders tect their interests. forms. are properly aligned. We need your help in The immediate goal must be passage of the The second general and obvious point, but making sure that we as investors can prop- Sarbanes bill without allowing Republican a point that I really think that this body erly price risk. We need your help in making Members to water it down in the conference needs to make in the next couple of weeks, is sure that the cop on this particular beat has committee. But once that is accomplished, to remember that we are addressing regula- the resources and tools to do their job. there is still much more work to be done, tions that apply only to public companies. We need your help now more than ever. much of it embedded in Congressman Gep- And I want to say that again because it’s so The last few months have shown that our hardt’s Investors’ and Employees’ Bill of obvious that it’s missed: They apply only to system is currently missing effective and Rights. Congress must address the conflicts public companies, and no one forces a com- necessary checks and balances to ensure that created when research analysts are required pany to become public. The choice to do so the fine line between proper incentive and to service their investment banking col- means that its corporate leaders voluntarily destructive greed is not crossed. leagues instead of the investing public. give up some of their autonomy and agree to While I firmly believe that the vast major- The Securities and Exchange Commission be regulated, The tradeoff, which has been ity of today’s corporate managers are smart has failed to act on analysts’ conflicts of in- incredibly significant over the last 20 years, and honest, it has been disconcerting to see terest. And in his speech last week, Presi- is that those companies may have access to so many unmasked not as captains of indus- dent Bush indicated his support for the capital at an incredibly discounted rate, try but as captains of greed with callous dis- SEC’s weak rulemaking in that area. It is which has been a wonderful thing for every- regard for the welfare of the people whose now up to Congress to mandate that analysts one. money grows their companies. who claim to serve the investors’ interests But even today, most businesses in Amer- Simply put, where I come from, we know actually do so. ica, those located across the Main Streets that the fox cannot guard the henhouse. No We are now at a crossroads. Democrats that you all represent, are not publicly regu- matter how honest, no matter how well- have recognized how far the standards of be- lated. And when they need additional capital meaning the fox, at some point the tempta- havior have deviated from what used to be for their businesses, they pay a premium for tion to gouge is going to prevail. accepted norms and have proposed reforms it. It’s an obvious point, and one that I think Without proper regulation, history has to raise those standards. We must continue needs to be stressed more. shown, that hardworking Americans always to fight for real reforms that will raise the The conclusion is that publicly traded pick up the tab: the Great Depression; the standards governing the conduct of analysts, companies have been and must be regulated savings and loan debacle, which I served as a accountants, and corporate executives. And to make sure that the individual investor, Federal white-collar prosecutor during that we must continue to battle attempts to ac- who I am here to represent in a large way and we didn’t have anywhere near the re- cept fraud and irregularities in the market- today, but the individual investor can prop- sources to do it right 10 years ago; and most place. erly value his or her risk before an owner- recently, what you’re dealing with, the Thank you for the invitation to appear ship decision is made. This, again, is an obvi- power shortage in California. here today. ous point that has been overlooked by those In carrying out my fiduciary duty to the Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you, General, very who are afraid that additional government 600,000 beneficiaries in my funds, last month, much, for a very cogent and well put to- regulation will foul the market. with Eliot Spitzer’s help, we began to be gether statement. We appreciate it. We’ll Who is the stock market today? The stock more aggressive owners. In conjunction with come back with questions in just a moment. market is representative of 80 million Amer- the Treasurer of California, Phillip Richard Moore from North Carolina, we’re icans who have decided to take part in these Angelides, and the Controller of New York, pleased to see you here, and you can carry public markets. Either directly or indirectly Carl McCall, we announced important in- forward. through mutual funds and other pension vestment protection principles. These pro- plans, they have placed their hard-earned posals embodied simple, common-sense mar- STATEMENT OF RICHARD MOORE, NORTH savings in these marketplaces. And that in ket-based solutions to some of the problems CAROLINA STATE TREASURER itself is remarkable. that we face. Mr. MOORE. Thank you, Representative They have been enticed—and I will use We as owners are exercising our ownership Gephardt. And I would also like to start out that word again—they have been enticed rights. We’re putting new terms on the table. by saying hello to Representative Watt and through tax policy and professional advice to If you want our money, this is what we’ve Representative Etheridge from North Caro- participate and share in the American got to have from you. We are demanding lina. Thank you all very much for this dream. that broker-dealers and money managers chance to be here. Now, it is not your job, nor is it the job of eliminate actual and potential conflicts of I come before you today as North Caro- corporate America, to ensure that that interest from the way they pay their ana- lina’s elected guardian of the State Treasury dream comes true. However, it is your job to lysts and conduct their affairs, or we will no and the sole trustee and fiduciary of $62 bil- make sure that the marketplace is fair to all longer do business with them. lion in public funds, most of which is rep- so some don’t profit and others lose from the We are asking our money managers that resented by the pension funds of 600,000 ac- exact same investment—from the exact same we utilize to look closer into the areas of fi- tive and retired public workers in the great investment. nancial transparency and corporate conduct. State of North Carolina. Our markets today hold about $12 trillion But we, once again, need your help. Before I get into specific points, two gen- in assets; $2.2 trillion are held in pension As fiduciaries, we must and will become eral points to put this situation into con- funds like the one that I run. Approximately more assertive in our ownership role. Since text: $8 trillion in the marketplace is controlled we’ve announced these principles, we have In my prepared remarks, I have several by mutual funds. And what a lot of people been joined by numerous other States and quotes, starting with Alexander Hamilton, don’t realize is most pension funds are the numerous pension funds. We now have al- George Washington’s first speech to the Con- largest clients of mutual funds. So we have most $700 billion backing this simple set of gress, Woodrow Wilson, and Teddy Roo- tremendous clout in the marketplace, clout principles. And I believe, with your help, we sevelt. All of those go back to make the sim- that I don’t think that we have learned how will make a huge difference. ple point that we as Americans have always to use yet, and we’re not equipped at this One final thing: In some areas, we need understood that a free market is not the best point to do it. specific prohibitions. And I believe, Rep- market in the truest sense of the words. We The reason for that is that institutional resentative Gephardt, what was announced have always sought to make sure that our ownerships have evolved over the last 30 yesterday and what’s been going on with the

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.204 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1473 Sarbanes bill will go a long way toward an- And one reason why we get that foreign in- And it’s simply not true that they will sti- swering those problems. vestment is because we are a Nation of laws, fle the free enterprise system. In other areas, where specific prohibitions and we are perceived to have a transparent Look at the difference between this coun- may be unwise, do make disclosure standards and fair financial system. Moreover, as the try and Russia, and I’ll give you an example. tougher. If you’re having a tough time with outstanding witnesses have pointed out, we I served in the administration and have had options and other issues, do just as you’ve do right now rely very heavily in our pension different private business dealings in Russia. done in cigarette packaging, food labeling: and retirement system on the individual sav- Russia in the 1990s had democracy. There make it, in a prudent and appropriate way, ings and investments of ordinary Americans. was freedom of expression, a lot of freedom required that certain financial information We, the people of the United States, do of expression. There was free enterprise. But be prominently displayed in plain language own the public companies, when you look at what there was not were laws and fair en- in proxy statements and annual reports. the distribution of stock ownership. forcement and impartial enforcement of If you will help the large and the small in- And during the period of the 1990s, there those laws regardless of whether somebody is vestor alike learn how to find the informa- was an amazing transformation as so much wealthy and powerful. And that’s why their tion needed to properly price option over- household wealth was built up, and the in- economy went down. hangs and option run rates, we as the market creased worker productivity, and savings and So it’s every bit as important for this will go a long way in ridding ourselves of wealth in our families. country as any other country. Strict en- truly abusive practices. If we do not have confidence in this sys- forcement of laws does not destroy the free I would also urge you to take a closer look tem, it is the most serious problem that I enterprise system. Good business ethics and at the difference between defined benefits can think of in our domestic economy for a strong laws are the underpinnings of a suc- and defined contribution plans. I think we long time. cessful market economy, as we’ve seen from So let me share with you a thought about went way overboard on defined contribu- nations across the world when those very our response to this and, if nothing more, a tions. things are lacking. I run them both in North Carolina. I was way to look at this. I’ll be happy to answer I’d like to make two final notes, Mr. Chair- stopped by groups yesterday, one retired questions on some specifics that I have, but man. school teacher in particular, who had $300,000 my statement focuses on an approach, if you One is about my own business community in her 401(k) that is now worth $120,000. She will, because this could take awhile for us to of Houston, Texas. For a while there, looking was in tears, and she was thanking me that develop, not just instant legislation. But in at the television or reading the newspapers, the management of the traditional retire- the future, we need to be thinking about somebody might have thought, ‘‘Oh my gosh, ment fund that I also ran had not suffered these things. what’s going on in Houston, Texas? Is there Now, we can’t exaggerate the abuses. anywhere near those kinds of losses, because a problem with business ethics in that one There are a lot of good people who are execu- we were properly diversified. community?’’ And it’s a community of which tives and in management in the American I appreciate the opportunity to be here I’m proud. But we found that it’s not just a system. More than any other country in the today. And in closing, I must say that I was matter of one community. It’s not just a taken aback by the President’s comments a world, people have worked their way to the top. Our ancestors all came here with noth- matter of one industry. It’s something that’s couple of days ago that this was nothing occurred systematically throughout a num- more than a hangover. For many citizens, ing, and that’s true with corporate executives, many of whom have worked their way ber of companies in our economy. the people who I have been entrusted to pro- And I want to tell you, we can’t stereotype tect, maybe unlike the executives at these to the top through hard work. But this is more than a case of a few bad a community. We can’t stereotype an indus- companies, they won’t be fine by lunchtime. apples. I think what you’ve had is a crisis of try. We can’t stereotype CEOs. The Demo- It’s going to take years and years of finan- leadership. What does leadership really cratic Party is a party that has fought cial rehab for them to be back to normal. mean? In business or in politics or in our stereotypes in all the best days of its exist- Thank you. families and churches, leadership means giv- ence. But we’ve got to start with business Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you, Richard, very ing more than you take. Leadership means ethics and values, and reinforce those with much. You gave very eloquent testimony, as strong and predictable laws. This is some- did Eliot. And I really appreciate you taking giving credit to others and being first to accept responsibility. Leadership for corpora- thing that’s affected workers and commu- the time to be here. tions should mean holding yourself as a nities throughout this Nation. We’re now joined by William White from And, Mr. Chairman, in the questions, if Houston. As I said, he has a distinguished ca- CEO—and I’m a CEO—to a higher standard than anyone who reports to you. That’s what people have specific questions, I’m prepared reer in the public and private sector. Thank to address issues concerning the governance you, Bill, for being here, and we’re ready to leadership is. It is servant leadership. And too often we’ve had a situation in this structure of corporations, pension reform, hear your testimony. country where CEOs and corporate leaders avoiding conflicts of interest. And just on STATEMENT OF WILLIAM WHITE, CEO, WEDGE take credit for whatever happens good in that, there’s usually no good reason for an GROUP their company. And then when something institutionalized conflict of interest, okay? Mr. WHITE. Mr. Chairman, and distin- bad happens, it’s the fault of somebody else And fourth, how we rebuild the accounting guished Members, I’ve really looked forward or the economy or the press. profession, because it’s not just what we do to this because of the perspective that I’ll Let me give you an example of that. I was with accountants who are wrong, but how do share with you. with somebody who was an hourly worker on we rebuild an accounting profession so that I’m blessed to run a number of large busi- a factory floor, and we were having a discus- we have professionals who can enter this pro- nesses. Not only do we own private firms, but sion about some trade legislation. Now, I fession with dignity and respect? we are the first or second largest shareholder will tell you that I’m an advocate for freer On all those issues, the one that may be in five public companies, where our stakes trade legislation, and this person, who is a with us longer than many people suspect range from 9 to 60 percent. Some businesses friend of mine, disagreed with me, and I was may be this issue of pensions and retirement I’ve built, and we’ve been pretty successful probing this difference. And this is what he plans. Many people have had unrealistic ex- by any financial measure. said to me, he said, ‘‘Every time my com- pectations not simply about what would hap- In a prior life, before I started in the pri- pany announces that there are good earnings pen when their 401(k) was invested in some- vate sector, for more than a dozen years, I or higher profits, it’s because of manage- thing bad, but whether their 401(k)s cur- was a public interest lawyer, specializing in ment’s strategy and plans, and they get mul- rently are sufficient. There have been sur- accounting fraud and securities fraud, in- timillion dollar bonuses. But every time our veys about this. Americans who are busy cluding getting the largest verdict and judg- profits and earnings have gone down, it’s be- going about their daily work, and who read ment in Federal securities law history cause of foreign competition, and workers financial planning journals or watch the TV against an accounting firm. are fired and bonuses are cut on the working programs, may think that their $80,000 401(k) I’ve served on the board of a number of people down the line.’’ may provide more retirement security than public companies, many on the New York So it’s a good example of where we’ve had its worth. Stock Exchange. a failure of corporate leadership. Leadership There was a survey of individual investors And so you can appreciate that I’ve been does not mean giving yourself bonuses and in 401(k) plans concerning what their expec- thinking about some of these issues a little making yourself wealthy when the organiza- tations of returns were. Over 20 percent of bit. And I want to tell you, Mr. Chairman, tion you’re leading is performing poorly. And them thought they were going to be 50 to 100 this is a serious issue, this issue of con- it doesn’t mean failing to accept responsi- percent a year, and another 20 percent fidence and the reliability of our financial bility when things go wrong, and that in- thought they were going to be over 20 per- system. It’s not something that we can just cludes legal responsibility. cent a year. sweep under the rug, and I’ll tell you why. Mr. Chairman, as someone who has both And corporations, as Warren Buffet, no so- Because of the chronic trade deficits that sat on corporate boards and led corporations, cialist, has pointed out, have systematically this country has—it’s the way that our econ- and also enforced our existing securities laws overstated the returns on their pension in- omy has operated for a long time—we depend in courtrooms before juries of Americans, I vestments. They’re not making conservative in this economy, for its strength and its want to tell you that laws are important. assumptions concerning their returns on growth, on being able to attract inter- Values are important. Ethics may be even pension investments. If those assumptions national investment to our economy. If that more important than laws and values, but were made more conservative, those pension slows down, we’re in a very serious situation. laws are important. funds would be underfunded.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.206 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1474 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 These are issues that I hope this Congress It would provide a strong oversight body woods, if you will. It was interesting, as I got can address. Thank you, Mr. Chair. with the kind of discipline and powers that I a call about the hearing last week, and I was PANEL II: THE SEC, ACCOUNTING INDUSTRY AND think are necessary, somewhat analogous to literally walking out the door with my fly- ECONOMY what we’ve been used to for many years in fishing rod to get away from what seemed to Mr. GEPHARDT. I’d like to first thank our the securities industry itself. In that sense, be an all-consuming issue here. distinguished former Federal Reserve Chair it’s not a radical change, but it is certainly And we got out on the river the first morn- Paul Volcker for appearing here today. You a change that I think would bring needed ing with the guide, and keep in mind that all know that he is not only a brilliant econ- discipline to the auditing industry that has we’re in a place where there’s no New York omist, but he also has loads of realistic expe- been under great pressure and has not han- Times, no Washington Post, no Wall Street rience in all the areas we’re focusing on dled that pressure, frankly, very effectively. Journal, even the BlackBerry wouldn’t work. The guide asked, ‘‘What do you do for a liv- today. And we’re glad to have him with us And secondly, it deals with what I believe ing?’’ And I said, ‘‘Well, I’m an accountant.’’ and have his expertise on these issues. and what many other people believe are obvi- Lynn Turner is a front-line fighter if there ous conflicts of interest in the practice of au- I admitted it. I figured I was safe. I mean, no ever was one. He learned these issues inside diting by removing large elements of the papers, not even a daily paper. And he turns and out from 1998 to 2001, when he served as consulting practice from the auditing prac- around and he looks to me and he says, ‘‘You chief accountant for the Securities and Ex- tice. know, you guys aren’t doing very well these change Commission. He fought with Arthur And I think the combination of those two days. Have you considered a career change, Levitt to strengthen the SEC’s enforcement remedies will go a long way toward providing Mr. Turner?’’ [Laughter.] And so I spent 3 days on the river with this hand to go after companies that wrongly a kind of backbone of professionalism intent guide. So it’s nice to be back to civilization. puffed up their earnings. And through his in the auditing profession that’s necessary to [Laughter.] voice and leadership, he successfully shined bring some of the problems that we’ve seen But I think what that points out, though, a spotlight on these issues in recent months. so evidently under control. is that there a lot of Americans in all necks And we thank him for his service and for I would urge you, given that priority, that of the woods out there that are very con- being here. bill which will be before you in conference cerned about what has transpired here and Bevis Longstreth was an SEC commis- that deals with those problems in a rather how it has impacted them and their savings sioner under President Reagan, where he fo- comprehensive way, that you should go and their families, whereas maybe 10 or 20 or cused on all the issues that we’re talking ahead and get that enacted as rapidly as pos- 30 years ago, it wasn’t as important as it is about today. More recently, he served on sible without too much extraneous additions, today, given that there has been a signifi- independent panels focusing on auditing ef- subtractions, or whatever. cant change. We now have 85 million Ameri- fectiveness. He’s been a professor at Colum- I think in part, in that connection, on the cans in the markets, either in stocks or mu- bia Law, written numerous articles, pub- question of stock options, which has at- tual funds; that’s one out of every two voting lished a book on investment management, tracted a lot of attention, I am not a fan of Americans. That’s significant. and he’s a true public servant in every sense stock options. I think they have been more And they had a third of their wealth at the of the word. abused than used in any appropriate way. I height of the markets tied up in the stock Nancy Smith has considerable experience think they give very capricious results. They market. For the first time ever, it was more from her time at the SEC. As director of the often reward the unjust and don’t reward the than they had in the equity in their homes. Office of Investor Education and Assistance, just in terms of their effect on the market. So the amount of damage that can be done if she worked closely with Arthur Levitt. She’s But this does not seem to me the time and we don’t get significant reforms is quite in- worked in the House of Representatives, the place for the Congress to command par- credible. which is always a good idea to us, where she ticular treatment. There are bodies that If you think about Enron itself, the losses focused, among other things, on the SEC and have that under review. were twice what the losses were from the un- issues of accounting and corporate conduct I am the chairman of the board of trustees believable tragedy of 9/11, six times the and standards. And finally, she has a Web of the International Accounting Standards losses Hurricane Andrew when Miami was site, RestoreTheTrust.com, where investors Committee, which appoints an international wiped out, in just one of these tragedies. are able to e-mail their Senators and ask accounting standards board. Its overall ef- So it is as important, as Chairman Volcker them to support the Sarbanes bill to reform fort is to get some commonality, some con- said, that we get this thing fixed. the auditing industry. vergence, in accounting standards around But the facts are in today. And in 2001, we We’re very pleased to have this panel. This the world. By coincidence, yesterday or the had a record number of restatements, 270 re- is a distinguished panel, and I know they are day before, they sent out for public comment statements; 1,089 over the past 5 years. These all on a tough schedule, and we deeply appre- their proposal for the expensing of stock op- numbers really do prove that there are more ciate their willingness to come here and be tions. But whether it’s the international than just a few bad apples out there in the with us. board, which is obviously at work, or FASB, orchard, if you will, that President Bush Paul Volcker, thank you for being here. our own board, it seems to me that the way would have led us all to believe in his speech It’s good to see you again. You look great, that is treated is a technical matter which last week. exactly as you did when I last saw you here we ought to leave to the accountants and the And the accounting profession’s refrain some years ago, so you’re doing something board. that we’ve heard for years and years here in right. And I have to remind you, the last time this building, that 99.9 percent of the audits Mr. VOLCKER. I’m afraid I’ve gotten older. are okay, is also no longer credible, when Mr. GEPHARDT. I doubt that. Congress got interested in this subject, about 8 years ago, they took the opposite po- you think about the fact that Rite Aid and STATEMENT OF THE HON. PAUL VOLCKER, sition and, in effect, overruled what the ac- WorldCom and Xerox and Enron were all FORMER CHAIRMAN, FEDERAL RESERVE BOARD countants wanted to do and prevented the part of that 99.9 percent at one point in time. And also, the accounting profession would Mr. VOLCKER. You will be relieved to know, expensing of stock options. So I would sug- like you to think that, dingdong, the witch I hope, that I have no prepared statement gest that that problem will be dealt with in is gone now, with Andersen falling by the that I will belabor you with. I did give a long an appropriate way in a quite different at- wayside, despite heroic efforts by Paul speech on this problem at Northwestern— mosphere today. Volcker to save that firm, and that they ironically, in the Arthur Andersen Hall— I think your priority ought to be to deal were really the problem. But that isn’t true. about accounting and auditing. And I had a with the bill in conference, with the bill that If you look Rite Aid, it was audited by rather dismal story from the standpoint. has passed the House, but make sure that It’s clear that we face not just an indi- KPMG, as was Xerox; MicroStrategy and WR what comes out of that does achieve the es- vidual problem but something of a system- Grace by PricewaterhouseCoopers; Deloitte sential purpose of a really effective oversight atic problem with this rash of difficulties in did Adelphi; and Cendant was done by Ernst board for the profession and deals with that auditing, accounting, corporate governance, & Young. conflict of interest and also deals with some conflicts of interest in investment banking, So each of the firms, and certainly this other matters as well. But I think that is the which are not exactly a new phenomenon but was my experience at the commission, had essential part of that bill that should be pre- which have shone brightly in recent months. their problems. And they were significant My message to you is very simple, that served and enacted as soon as you can man- problems. The auditors have been investing there is a clear need for action. But the pri- age it. the cash that they generated from a very Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you very much. We ority at the moment is that bill you are get- profitable audit practice into the consulting appreciate you taking the time to be here. ting, from the Senate, the Sarbanes bill, practices. They’ve been writing broad prin- Lynn? which is directed, I think, at an acute part of ciples-based auditing standards that have the problem in a realistic way. It is the re- STATEMENT OF LYNN TURNER, FORMER CHIEF been so general that an independent panel flection of some considerable hearings and ACCOUNTANT, SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE chaired by the former chairman of discussion in the Senate and elsewhere. And COMMISSION Pricewaterhouse, of which a member was it deals particularly effectively, I think, Mr. TURNER. Thank you, Congressman, for former Commissioner Bevis Longstreth here with two problems related to the fact that inviting me here. It’s actually great to be to my right, they issued 200 recommenda- the auditing industry has chronically been back in D.C. tions to the profession. To date, many have unable, I think, to regulate itself despite I just flew back in from the West where I yet to be implemented as noted in a GAO re- many efforts over the years. had actually gone out fishing in the back- port of just the last month or so.

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00068 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.208 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 July 29, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1475 So the profession itself has not done very And it’s interesting to note that finally ductor company, I would tell you that if an well. And in fact, on some of these audits— this administration and Chairman Pitt are executive can’t figure out what he’s compen- if you looked at the audit of MicroStrategy, coming around and starting to look like they sating employees, including with the stock the problems there were detected in a maga- might support some additional funding, options, if he can’t measure them, he zine article that was written about their ac- which is great. I only wish they had done shouldn’t be an executive there in the first counting. And the problems on Rite Aid were that when they submitted their original place. detected by a desktop review by an SEC budget to Congress in February, which actu- We all participated in the same surveys. staffer. And it’s phenomenal that, on ally reduced the number of budgeted posi- We all knew what they were worth. And we WorldCom, an internal auditor can find the tions for the SEC well after Enron and Glob- all turned around and calculated that num- problem that the external auditors never al Crossing had come to light. ber using standard methodologies. It can be found. On a case like Rite Aid, a desktop re- We also need to make sure that we get ade- done. And people just need to put their heart view hundreds of miles away found a problem quate funding for the Justice Department. It behind it and get it done. In fact, a survey of that couldn’t be found on site. And in the is the Justice Department that has to bring approximately 2,000 analysts last year case of MicroStrategy, a business article all of these criminal prosecutions. The SEC showed that 80 percent of them feel that the turned up something that people onsite will not bring one of those. And as the guide accounting standards for stock options are couldn’t find. on the fishing trip said, he wanted to know, deficient and don’t provide them enough in- And at the same time, as we heard from would we see these people, if they’re found formation to do their job. We need to fix that Attorney General Spitzer, certainly the ana- culpable of a wrongdoing, brought to justice. so that the analysts can get the job done lysts have been a big problem. They’ve been Well, the only way they’ll be brought to jus- right and so investors can make informed de- rewarded for doing marketing rather than tice is if we give Justice the tools and re- cisions. analysis, it seems, which the investment sources to do it. Absent doing that, we might And the market I think has responded to bankers, quite frankly, appreciated, as they as well turn around and put a 55 mile an hour President Bush’s call for a crackdown on cor- saw themselves boosted by the analysts’ ex- speed limit sign out there on 1-95 with a sign porate fraud, but it has rejected his pro- aggerated research reports and road shows. about 5 feet behind it, saying ‘‘No police for posals as too little, too late, when it was And I’d be remiss if I said—during the last the next 100 miles.’’ And you know every- shown in the market to where it dropped 3 to 4 years, as Chairman Levitt tried to get body is going to be in the fast lane. over 400 points in just the first 2 days after some of the reforms enacted, that some That’s, in essence, what we’re doing with his speech before I went on my fishing trip. Members of Congress also opposed and vehe- the Justice Department and the SEC, unless And since then, I’ve seen it’s dropped more. mently opposed some of those reforms. we give them additional funding. Legislation proposed by Senator Sarbanes And if it wasn’t for some people like Con- As in the Sarbanes bill, without a doubt we advances the ball much further than the gressman LaFalce and Congressman Markey, need to increase and improve upon the inde- President’s plan or the legislation the House whose support was absolutely fantastic and pendent auditors, banning them from pro- has adopted or the proposals from Chairman wonderful as we fought those battles—in viding the services that really do impact Harvey Pitt. Sarbanes’ bill is the only one to fact, I don’t think Arthur or I could have their economy, regardless of size. It doesn’t ensure the independence of auditors, cor- survived if it hadn’t been for the support matter if it’s a small company or a big com- porate boards, and analysts. It provides ef- that we got from those Representatives. pany; you need to have integrity in the fi- fective and timely discipline, and it offers We did get some reforms done, but cer- the funding necessary for the SEC and ac- nancial statements. tainly not as many as should have been done We need that strong oversight board. Re- counting standard-setters to do their job. at that point in time, given the problems statements of the magnitude of $3.8 billion It’s a good start to solving what ails the that were out there and problems that were on WorldCom and $1.6 billion on Rite Aid, $6 market. ignored by other Members of Congress who, Congress needs to find the will to pass it billion on Xerox—as I tell my students in quite frankly, could have stepped in, I think, without weakening it anymore, and send it class these days, if you can’t get the num- at that point in time and help fix the prob- on to the President. And if not, I can tell you bers any closer than the nearest billion lem. that I’ve heard many an angry American in- bucks, you’re not going to pass this class. As Paul Volcker mentioned, I do think the vestor that says they will vote for reform in [Laughter.] solution here is in the Sarbanes bill. Con- November. gressman LaFalce had a similar bill here in We need to get that fixed. That board Thank you. the House that unfortunately the Repub- needs to have the ability to set the standards Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you, Lynn, very licans didn’t give the Democrats a chance to by which we measure the performance of the much. bring to a full thumbs-up or thumbs-down auditors. The auditors I know have been up I failed to ask you if you caught any fish vote. And I think Congressman LaFalce’s here saying, ‘‘Well, if you don’t have audi- on this trip. [Laughter.] bill, much like Senator Sarbane’s, is one tors doing it, how can you get good stand- Did he take you to anyplace where you that provides a systemic solution for what is ards?’’ Well, Congressmen, we’ve had knowl- caught anything? truly a systemic problem. edgeable standards written by knowledge- Mr. TURNER. We did very well. But now with the Sarbanes bill, it is my able auditors for the last 60 years, and it Mr. GEPHARDT. Good. Well, we’ll try to get hope that, through conference, we’ll get that hasn’t got the job done. What we found is this bill passed so that you can retain his bill out without weakening it. So while it those knowledgeable auditors have been confidence and he’ll take you back. [Laugh- may not have the LaFalce name on it, it will writing standards that protect their inter- ter.] have the LaFalce intent and heart behind it. ests in case of litigation and have dismally Professor Longstreth, we appreciate you We need to ensure that we have an ade- failed to protect the interests of investors being here, and we’re ready to hear you. quately funded and independent SEC. The and the integrity of numbers. STATEMENT OF BEVIS LONGSTRETH, FORMER funding, there is no question that the hand- And as for the analysts, as Attorney Gen- MEMBER, SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COM- cuffs that were put on us at the SEC pre- eral Spitzer said I think very eloquently, we MISSION vented us from doing our jobs. When I need to go further than President Bush pro- Mr. LONGSTRETH. It’s a pleasure to be here. walked into the SEC in July of 1998, we had posed when he suggested sticking with the And it’s a pleasure to be in this room. The a total of 15 accountants to do all the en- rules the stock exchanges have already last time I testified on this subject before forcement cases against 240 enforcement adopted. Those rules absolutely fail to pro- the House, it was in the House Commerce cases at the time. They physically were not vide analysts with protection from the very Committee, and I was so far away from you, able to do it. retribution of executives and underwriters I wasn’t sure you were really there. [Laugh- And in fact, as we went through those en- who might be displeased by a negative re- ter.] forcement cases, we knew we had a number search report. So this is a very intimate gathering, and I of good cases that, quite frankly, we had to We need to definitely strengthen the cor- appreciate the chance to communicate. drop and couldn’t prosecute, because you porate governance. It has failed us. We need S. 2673, the Sarbanes bill, is a critically im- just didn’t have enough hours in the day. good, independent corporate boards, just like portant piece of legislation that, in my judg- And that was directly due to the lack of we need good, independent analysts and ment, should be passed by the House and funding, that we had received and the hand- good, independent auditors. placed on the President’s desk without cuffs that had been put on us. So we need to And finally, we need good, independent ac- delay. Nothing I can think of would do more get that fixed. counting standard-setters with adequate to restore the public’s trust in our financial We need to allow them to have enough peo- funding and trustees who are representatives markets than the simple adoption by the ple to review the filings last year. There was of the public, not trade organizations. House of this bill, and make it the House’s one staff accountant at the SEC for each It’s interesting to note that former Chair- own bill. 1,000 to 1,100 filings that come in. Many of man Volcker brought up the issue of stock The need for this bill to become law tran- these filings are a foot thick. So, again, options. As a former executive, I actually scends party. To its credit, the Senate con- physically, you can’t work enough hours in a think stock options can be a very good tool, firmed this fact by its vote of 97-0. day. Unless you extend the days by an act of if used properly and governed right within a While my roots are in the Democratic Congress to about 48 hours, we’re just not corporation. There’s nothing wrong with Party, what I want to say today is intended going to be able to get the job done with $776 that. But I hear people say, ‘‘Well, you can’t to be completely bipartisan. I would say pre- million in funding in the Sarbanes bill, adequately measure them.’’ Having been an cisely the same thing if this were a Repub- which is sorely needed. executive of a large, international semicon- lican Caucus. It’s designed to appeal to both

VerDate 112000 02:00 Jul 30, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JY8.210 pfrm04 PsN: E29PT1 E1476 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 29, 2002 sides of the aisle and to get the objective I fession to control the oversight board. That’s When you find the auditors in bed with the just stated done. the same defect that is in the Pitt proposal managers, there’s nobody to believe.’’ There’s much to applaud in the Sarbanes in the administrative version. And we point- Mr. Butler understands this, and so does a bill. But I’m going to concentrate on the ed that out in our letter. rapidly growing number of very angry inves- very heart of that bill, the most important In reality, the Oxley bill as it is now writ- tors who have lost much of their life savings parts of it, which should not be compromised ten would simply dress in new clothes the in stock markets and all of their faith in au- and must be adopted. These measures I’m failed system of self-regulation. Watchdogs dited numbers. going to talk about relate to the creation selected by those whom they are intended to And these people vote. They want their and the empowerment of an oversight board watch will do nothing to restore investor trust restored. Congress has a chance to ac- to regulate auditors of public companies. confidence in the audit function. To the con- complish that, and it can be done through For decades, the auditing profession trary, it will further erode it. legislation, ensuring a system by which com- claimed that despite the obvious conflicts of Second, Oxley would not assure funding for panies present their financial condition and interest it could effectively regulate itself. It the board free of influence or control by the that that system is worthy of trust. has now become evident to just about every- profession. In the past, this profession has S. 2673 is the vehicle. It’s sitting there body in the country, outside a tiny circle of not hesitated to withdraw funding from enti- ready and waiting. My dream is to watch bi- leaders in that profession, that self-regula- ties itself had created to carry out self-regu- partisan leadership in the House get behind tion has been a failure. It’s not a new failure, lation when those entities dared to do some- the wheel, drive that vehicle over to the for it has never worked. But the failure now thing that the profession didn’t like. White House, and park it on the President’s is of such magnitude in terms of cost to the The third point: Oxley would deny the desk. investing public that it can no longer be ig- oversight board the power to prohibit a firm Mr. RANGEL. Thank you, Mr. Longstreth. nored. from providing non-audit services to its That’s our dream, too. It’s not being ignored by the SEC. In its re- audit clients. Even the nature and/or amount Those bells indicate that there is a vote cent release proposing a public account- of such services would impair the auditors’ taking place on the floor. In the interests of ability board, it based that proposal on a independence. time, this hearing will continue. Members scathing account. I was shocked and de- In his testimony before the Senate this can vote and return. lighted to read the scathing account in that week, Chairman Greenspan said, wisely, I But it’s my privilege to recognize Ms. release on the profession’s efforts over dec- think, humans haven’t become any more Nancy Smith. And thank you once again for ades to self-regulate itself. greedy than in generations past. He said the taking the time to share your views with us. problem was ‘‘that the avenues to express The Wall Street Journal quoted Chairman STATEMENT OF NANCY SMITH, FORMER DIREC- greed had grown so enormously.‘‘ Pitt as saying, ‘‘The era of self regulation by TOR, INVESTOR EDUCATION AND ASSISTANCE, And indeed they have. As applied to the the accounting profession is over.’’ So the SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION SEC is basically on board with Sarbanes in audit profession, the immense growth in that statement and in that release. non-audit services has become a super- Ms. SMITH. Thank you very much. It’s a The OMB, for its part, on July 9, in its highway for the expression of greed. Today pleasure to be back in the House of Rep- statement of administration policy regard- over 70 percent of all fees paid by public resentatives and see so many faces that I re- ing Sarbanes, said, ‘‘A two-tiered regulatory companies to their auditors are for non-audit member from when I worked here. And framework is necessary to protect inves- services. For the oversight board to have a thank you for inviting me to be on the panel tors.’’ That’s not what Congressman Oxley chance to be effective in taming the profes- today. seemed to be saying as of 2 days ago. sion’s infectious greed, to borrow the chair- I am the director of the And the OMB went on to conclude that ‘‘a man’s newly minted phrase, the board must RestoreTheTrust.com. RestoreTheTrust.com newly established, independent accounting have the power to prohibit non-audit serv- is a nonpartisan campaign dedicated to edu- oversight board should set, oversee, and en- ices. cating the public about accounting reform force professional audit, quality control, and The fourth point: Oxley fails to grant the and to make sure that real reform is signed ethics standards.’’ oversight board adequate investigative en- into law. The Web site was created to give Now, we have the Senate, and they’ve spo- forcement and disciplinary powers. Without individual investors a place to go to learn ken to the same effect and in appropriate de- a set of powers at least comparable to what about what is at stake and to voice their tail with care, clarity, and the force of una- the NASB and the New York Stock Exchange support for the only true reform proposal on nimity. enjoy with respect to broker-dealers, the the table, the Sarbanes bill. So now it’s the House’s turn. And with all oversight board is doomed to ineffectiveness. At the Web site, you can send an e-mail in this agreement afoot as to the need for an ef- There are lots of other deficiencies which a support of the Sarbanes bill and real reform fective oversight board, one could reasonably careful side-by-side comparison with the to your Members of Congress, the President, ask, what’s the problem? Why are we here? Sarbanes bill would quickly reveal. and SEC Chairman Harvey Pitt. The problem is found in a very fundamental I think a legislatively empowered over- We launched the Web site just weeks ago difference of opinion as to what it takes to sight board is so important to restoring in- on July 1. In that short time, individuals assure that the oversight board will be effec- vestor trust, transcendentally important in have sent 46,000 letters in support of the Sar- tive. terms of the other things in that bill. The banes bill to decision makers. Chairman Pitt and the administration be- reason for that is found in the audit function Individual investors have suffered enor- lieve the SEC itself could create an effective itself. mous losses because our lax regulatory sys- board by administrative action. Professors Since 1934, public companies have been re- tem overseeing auditors let them down. We Coffey and Seligman and I strongly disagree, quired to have independent public account- hear from investors who have suffered enor- and the specifics of that disagreement are in ants vouch for their numbers. The auditors mous losses. Some retirees wonder how they a letter that I am going to attach to this tes- are the last line of defense against manage- are going to make ends meet now that their timony to give you. We gave that letter to ment’s inclination to fudge the numbers. Un- retirement funds have been slashed by a Chairman Sarbanes. like the companies they examine, auditors third or more. The Oxley bill was passed some time ago, are simply not supposed to be taking risks. To say people are angry is an understate- before WorldCom created a tailwind behind They’re not entrepreneurs. And yet with the ment. People expect the market to go up and real reform. And it is woefully deficient in enormous growth in consulting and other down. As one investor wrote to us, ‘‘I can un- arming the oversight board with powers suf- non-audit services rendered to management, derstand losing when things like the econ- ficient to permit it to function effectively. they became co-venturers with management omy and certain markets sour. But now I’m Now, I think everyone would agree that ef- to such a degree that their independence as losing largely because the information on fectiveness in creating any government auditors was often compromised. which I depended turned out to be false. I agency is essential. It’s not useful to spend They put themselves in a severe conflict of guess I was naive. I thought the American taxpayers’ money on going through motions interest when they perform non-audit serv- system of corporate reporting was basically that don’t accomplish anything, ab initio ices, on the one hand trying to woo manage- honest.’’ don’t have a prospect of accomplishing any- ment to be retained to perform highly profit- We all know that restoring trust in our thing. able services that management could easily stock market is critical. The health of cor- Nothing could do more harm to investor procure elsewhere, while on the other hand porate America, their ability to raise capital confidence than the passage of a bill that has trying to serve the audit committee and the and raise jobs, drives the well-being and fi- only a patina of reform allowing legislators company shareholders by being questioning nancial security of every American. When in- to claim victory when in fact it fails to pro- and skeptical of management in reviewing vestors don’t trust corporate America to tell vide the tools needed to get the job done. An the numbers. the truth about their financial health, it already skeptical public can be counted on to The cause and effect of allowing this con- means investors don’t give corporations the punish anyone engaging in that kind of flict to persist any longer is no secret, even money they need to grow and prosper. And as sham. to those untrained in finance. Listen to what a result, our economy suffers. Without going into detail on Oxley, let me R. L. Butler, a retired clergyman in Denver, One investor who wrote to us brought this mention a few of the most glaring problems. said, as quoted on the front page of the New point home. ‘‘I will not invest any more of Oxley would allow the profession to control York Times yesterday. ‘‘The worst thing now my hard-earned money to line the pockets of the oversight board; it would allow the pro- is you can’t even trust the earnings reports. thieves.’’

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It’s imperative that we make sure the Mr. VOLCKER. More than a recommenda- FASB will be forced to take it up if the numbers tell the truth and that people be- tion. international takes it up and passes it. I lieve they are truthful. So how do we do Mr. GEPHARDT. Yes, they did it. didn’t say they’re going to do anything, but that? Increasing penalties for lying and There is, I’m told, a Levin-McCain bill now they can’t sit there. They’re either going to stealing, and sending corporate executives that would ship this off to the new inde- have to say yes or no. and their auditors to jail, sounds great. But pendent board, or the FASB, I’m not sure Mr. LONGSTRETH. Okay, that’s a good strong enforcement is only half the answer. which, and ask them to reconsider a lot of point. You can’t pay the mortgage or the grocery rules and to come back with recommenda- Mr.TURNER. Let me jump in between these bill with the satisfaction of seeing some ty- tions within a year. I’d like to have your two distinguished gentlemen and stay down coon sitting behind bars. We must prevent thoughts about that. low. [Laughter.] these accounting frauds and the losses they And I’d like to have your thoughts about First of all, back to the Sarbanes bill, cause from happening again. the pension issues, profit-sharing issues. quite frankly, this is a very, very simple It’s unbelievable that we let the auditors Some of those George Miller brought up. Do issue: You’re either for reform or you’re not. police themselves. The lax regulatory sys- you think that we should try to get a bill You’re either for the Sarbanes bill or you’re tem we have in place today has got to go. It done there? We did do a bill here. It had not. needs to be replaced by the sensible and ef- some deficiencies in it, from my viewpoint. The Oxley bill, the Pitt program, and the fective regulatory system in the Sarbanes The Senate is going to try to deal with it. 10-point President’s program all have some bill that provides independent oversight of What do you think is the heart of anything good things in there, but they fall a mile the accounting industry and prohibits audi- that needs to be done in that area, if any- short. They are not reform. tors from consulting for the companies they thing? And I think the House could just vote for audit. Those are the two questions. the Sarbanes bill. To have to beat this to The litmus test for true reform is twofold: Mr. VOLCKER. Well, on the pension side of death in conference and perhaps water it create a full-time independent board free things, let me say that I think there prob- down is not being for reform. If the House from industry control to oversee auditors ably is a need for some legislation there, in leadership wants to demonstrate that it’s and punish wrongdoers; and, two, restrict order to better protect the pensioner him- clearly for reform, it will have the Members auditors from providing lucrative consulting self. But that is a classic case of something vote on the Sarbanes bill straight up and get services to the firms they audit. Auditors has its own complications and should not be it to the President’s desk before the end of should not be tempted to get cozy with man- added to the current bill. the week, tomorrow. Mr. GEPHARDT. Right. agement. They can’t get consulting fees and And I feet passion about that. This is very Mr. VOLCKER: I think that is something fight hard for audits that protect investors. simple. America wants a simple answer. you have to think about a little more, about The Senate bill is the only bill to restore Let’s just get reform. Let’s get it down. how to do it. But I think there is good reason investors’ trust and prevent future scandals. So I commend you, Representative Gep- Investors want real reform in the Senate to proceed. I am not so sure about the stock option hardt, for holding this hearing, because I bill, and they want it now. They will know if think it’s important that the public under- any backroom deals allow industry lobbyists question. I think we have a designated ar- rangement for dealing with that question. stands who is for reform and who is against. to water it down. With respect to the two pieces of legisla- It’s hard to object to a bill that tells FASB There’s a basic problem with the House tion, again, having run a company where we to reconsider it. I think they will reconsider bill, the Oxley bill: It doesn’t meet the lit- had many employees, many pension pro- mus test, and it doesn’t fix the problem. it anyway, whether there’s a bill or not. My hesitancy is, I don’t want to create a grams, I would agree with Paul Volcker, that There’s a reason the accounting industry you should do some additional legislation supports it over the Senate bill; the House precedent that Congress is going to write the there to protect the employees in those situ- bill keeps the accounting industry firmly in accounting rules. And that’s—— ations. Again, do it in a separate bill outside control. Mr. GEPHARDT. That would not be a good of Sarbanes. We’ve learned a costly lesson: When the ac- idea. [Laughter.] As far as the stock option issue, the reason counting industry polices itself, they get Take my word for it. we’re in the dilemma we’re in, to some de- themselves and investors in big trouble. Mr. VOLCKER. That’s what you would be The auditors cooked the books; don’t let doing in this particular case, and I don’t gree, is because of congressional interference them cook the legislation. The House bill is want to see that precedent. I feel quite con- with the FASB in the past. I mean, we would just a warmed-over version of the status quo. fident that the board that I am involved have had a good standard if it hadn’t been There’s no time to waste. The Senate voted with—I may agree or disagree with the very for that interference. 97-0 for a bill that gives us a sensible regu- specific action they take, but they have that So I do agree with Bevis Longstreth that it latory system that is designed to work. Let’s problem well in mind. And they’re trying doesn’t do harm, in this case, if you undid follow the lead of Democrats and Repub- their best to come up—they’ve expressed the damage that you did in the past. But you licans in the Senate and get the Sarbanes their view that it should be expensed. The should not legislate what the accounting bill to the President for his signature right question is how it should be expensed. And I should be. I think to ask the FASB to put it away. would leave that question up to them, frank- on the agenda, and then let them go through Thank you very much. ly. their normal due process, is fine. Mr. GEPHARDT. Let me ask one question, Mr. LONGSTRETH. I have one comment on I saw earlier drafts of some legislation over and then we’ll end. the stock options. I agree completely with in the Senate, though, where some people And, again, I deeply appreciate all of you Paul that Congress ought not to legislate ei- wanted FASB to conduct a study, but it was being here. I wish all of America and all ther on expense or non-expense. And that almost biased from day one. these investors that we worry about here gets back to the history of this. They really I think if you asked the FASB to do some- could have heard this panel. I think their overruled FASB. thing, it should be simple and should not confidence, just by hearing you, would have And I think FASB, once burned in that have a bias. It should just be, ‘‘Would you been enormously restored. way, even with the present situation, may be consider putting it back on your agenda? It’s always reassuring to me, as a citizen of reluctant to take it up. I have no expertise And then go do whatever you think is right,’’ this country, that we have people like each on that, but I think there are so many people and leave it at that, nothing more, nothing of you, who is willing to give a large part of in this country who argue strenuously, and less. your career to public service, so that the they’re bright people, and some of them are I have been on panels with two of the mem- greatest system that’s ever been devised in highly motivated people, for not expensing bers of the FASB where they have been very the history of the world of democracy and options. And I feel so strongly they should be adamant. Given the tremendous fight and capitalism can work properly. So I hope to expensed that I think that—I don’t see a the difficulty that they went through the get your testimony out to as wide an audi- problem, Paul, with having the Congress first time, both of these members vowed that ence as we can. undo the damage it did earlier by simply they would not, absent some outside support, My question is really a follow-on. I think saying we encourage or even direct, but I they absolutely would not put it back on Paul’s answer is what I certainly agree with, think you could—a sense of Congress to in- their agenda, including if the ISB undertook that we’ve got this thing in front of us now. vite and encourage FASB to revisit this the project. It got a unanimous vote in the Senate; that issue would be, I think, a good idea, because And if the ISB undertakes the project and rarely happens. So we have to seize the mo- it would give FASB the cover, the sense of gets something out—as Paul indicated, the ment and try to get this bill through without direction, that they may need. exposure draft is out there—and gets some- interrupting it or diluting it or changing it I mean, this market can turn around again, thing done, I think that the opposition from dramatically and watering it way down. and the momentum will be gone. But it the American business community may still My question is this: Do any of you think won’t be gone for those people who have an present an obstacle to the FASB ever put- that further legislation, assuming we get enormous stake in hiding these numbers. ting it back on its agenda, given what hap- this done, on the stock option question— Mr. VOLCKER. I think it’s a little naive to pened 8 years ago. Paul talked about it, and I think Lynn suggest that Congress could suggest that and So I would have no problem, if you kept it talked about. And I understand that the pass such a law without it carrying the im- simple. I think it would actually be good if International Accounting Standards Board plication that you’ll do this. And I don’t you asked them to put it back on the agenda made a recommendation today or yesterday. think it’s appropriate. and reconsider it, because it may get us to

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convergence on international standards, and And when we look at these issues, what our Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you again. This has that would be very helpful, as long as people guide should be is: Are we telling the truth been a fabulous panel. I have really benefited let the process run the way it should turn about these numbers? Are we shading the from hearing you. You have enormous expe- around and run. And I’d encourage you to do profitability of a company by what we’re rience and practical advice to give us, and we that. doing on stock options? That doesn’t serve have benefited from it enormously. And we’ll Mr. GEPHARDT. Thank you. try to get your testimony as widely spread the investing public. That’s what the invest- Nancy, do you have a last thought here? as we can. ing public is upset about right now. Ms. SMITH. Well, I agree with what the gen- Thank you very much. tlemen have said. I think the bottom line is So let’s restore the trust. Let’s tell people [Whereupon, at 4:00 p.m., the hearing was the American people want to hear the truth. the truth. That’s all people want. adjourned.]

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States in conducting a hydrogeologic tees, and committees of conference. 1998, to amend the Higher Education characterization, mapping, modeling This title requires all such committees Act of 1965 with respect to the quali- and monitoring program for the high fications of foreign schools; S. 2054, to Plains Aquifer and for other purposes; to notify the Office of the Senate Daily amend the Public Health Service Act Digest—designated by the Rules com- and H.R. 2990, to amend the Lower Rio to establish a Nationwide Health Grande Valley Water Resources Con- mittee—of the time, place, and purpose Tracking Network; S. 2053, to amend servation and Improvement Act of 2000 of the meetings, when scheduled, and the Public Health Service Act to im- to authorize additional projects under any cancellations or changes in the prove immunization rates by increas- that Act. meetings as they occur. ing the distribution of vaccines and im- SD–366 As an additional procedure along proving and clarifying the vaccine in- Intelligence with the computerization of this infor- jury compensation program; S. 2246, to To hold hearings to examine S. 2586, to improve access to printed instructional exclude United States persons from the mation, the Office of the Senate Daily materials used by blind or other per- Digest will prepare this information for definition of ‘‘foreign power’’ under the sons with print disabilities in elemen- Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act printing in the Extensions of Remarks tary and secondary schools; S. 2549, to of 1978 relating to international ter- section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ensure that child employees of trav- rorism, and S. 2659, to amend the For- on Monday and Wednesday of each eling sales crews are protected under eign Intelligence Surveillance Act of week. the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938; 1978 to modify the standard of proof for Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, July proposed legislation regarding the Na- issuance of orders regarding non- 30, 2002 may be found in the Daily Di- tional Science Foundation Doubling United States persons from probable Act; and the nominations of Edward J. gest of today’s RECORD. cause to reasonable suspicion. Fitzmaurice, Jr., of Texas, and Harry SDG–50 MEETINGS SCHEDULED R. Hoglander, of Massachusetts, each 3 p.m. to be a Member of the National Medi- Armed Services JULY 31 ation Board. To hold hearings to examine the status SD–430 9:30 a.m. of Operation Enduring Freedom. Governmental Affairs SD–106 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Oversight of Government Management, Re- To hold hearings on the nomination of structuring and the District of Colum- AUGUST 1 Rebecca Dye, of North Carolina, to be a bia Federal Maritime Commissioner. Subcommittee 9 a.m. SR–253 To hold hearings to examine consumer Armed Services Energy and Natural Resources safety and weight loss supplements, fo- To resume open and closed (in Room SR– Business meeting to consider pending cusing on the extent of the use of sup- 222) hearings to examine the implica- calendar business. plements for weight loss purposes, the tions of the Strategic Offensive Reduc- SD–366 validity of claims currently being tions Treaty (Treaty Doc. 107–8). Foreign Relations made for and against weight loss sup- SD–106 To hold hearings to examine threats, re- plements, and the structure of the cur- 9:30 a.m. sponses, and regional considerations rent federal system of oversight and Foreign Relations surrounding Iraq. regulation for dietary supplements. Business meeting to consider pending SD–419 SD–342 calendar business. 9:45 a.m. 1:30 p.m. SD–419 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Judiciary Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Surface Transportation and Merchant Ma- To hold hearings on S. 2619, to provide Business meeting to mark up proposed rine Subcommittee for the analysis of the incidence and ef- legislation providing for agricultural To hold hearings to examine railroad fects of prison rape in Federal, State, disaster assistance, and to consider the shipper issues. and local institutions and to provide nomination of Thomas C. Dorr, of SR–253 information, resources, recommenda- Iowa, to be a Member of the Board of 10 a.m. tions, and funding to protect individ- Directors of the Commodity Credit Environment and Public Works uals from prison rape. Corporation, and to be Under Secretary Superfund, Toxics, Risk, and Waste Man- SD–226 of Agriculture for Rural Development. agement Subcommittee 2:30 p.m. SR–328A To hold oversight hearings to examine Foreign Relations 10 a.m. the Environmental Protection Agency To continue hearings to examine threats, Indian Affairs Inspector General’s Report on the responses, and regional considerations To hold oversight hearings to examine Superfund Program. surrounding Iraq. the Secretary of the Interior’s Report SD–406 SD–419 on the Hoopa Yurok Settlement Act. Judiciary Energy and Natural Resources SR–485 To hold hearings to examine class action Water and Power Subcommittee Foreign Relations litigation issues. To hold hearings on S. 1577, to amend the To hold hearings to examine national se- SD–226 Lower Rio Grande Valley Water Re- curity perspectives regarding Iraq. Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions sources Conservation and Improvement SD–419 Business meeting to consider S. 2328, to Act of 2000 to authorize additional Finance amend the Public Health Service Act projects under that Act; S. 1882, to To hold hearings on the nomination of and the Federal Food, Drug, and Cos- amend the Small Reclamation Projects Pamela F. Olson, of Virginia, to be an metic Act to ensure a safe pregnancy Act of 1956; S. 934, to require the Sec- Assistant Secretary of the Treasury. for all women in the United States, to retary of the Interior to construct the SD–215 reduce the rate of maternal morbidity Rocky Boy’s North Central Montana Judiciary and mortality, to eliminate racial and Regional Water System in the State of Business meeting to consider pending ethnic disparities in maternal health Montana, to offer to enter into an calendar business. outcomes, to reduce pre-term, labor, to agreement with the Chippewa Cree SD–226 examine the impact of pregnancy on Tribe to plan, design, construct, oper- 2 p.m. the short and long term health of ate, maintain and replace the Rocky Indian Affairs women, to expand knowledge about the Boy’s Rural Water System, and to pro- To hold oversight hearings to examine safety and dosing of drugs to treat vide assistance to the North Central problems facing Native youth. pregnant women with chronic condi- Montana Regional Water Authority for SR–485 tions and women who become sick dur- the planning, design, and construction Judiciary ing pregnancy, to expand public health of the noncore system; S. 2556, to au- To hold hearings on pending judicial prevention, education and outreach, thorize the Secretary of the Interior to nominations. and to develop improved and more ac- convey certain facilities to the Fre- SD–226

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