S1322 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE February 13, 2019

ENROLLED JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 1, SENATE for every adult woman, some lawmakers per- Whereas, all these milestones illuminate SIXTY-FIFTH LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF chance hoped would entice more and strengthen ’s heritage as the WYOMING women to the state; and ‘‘Equality State’’; and Whereas, some lawmakers may have be- Whereas, December 10, 2019 marks the 2019 GENERAL SESSION lieved that women’s suffrage was consistent 150th anniversary of the date women’s suf- A Joint Resolution recognizing December with the goals articulated in post-Civil War frage became law. 10, 2019 as Wyoming Women’s Suffrage Day. Amendment XV to the Con- Now, therefore, be it resolved by the members 1Whereas, Wyoming is often referred to as stitution guaranteeing the ‘‘right of citizens of the Legislature of the State of Wyoming: the ‘‘Cowboy State,’’ its more apt sobriquet of the United States to vote shall not be de- Section 1. That the Wyoming legislature is the ‘‘Equality State’’; and nied or abridged by the United States or by commemorates 2019 as a year to celebrate Whereas, women, like all persons, have al- any state on account of race, color, or pre- the one hundred fiftieth (150th) anniversary ways inherently held the right to vote and vious condition of servitude’’; and of the passage of women’s suffrage. participate in their government; and Whereas, some lawmakers inherently knew Section 2. That the Wyoming legislature is Whereas, Wyoming was the first govern- that guaranteeing the right of women to proud of its heritage as the first state to rec- ment to explicitly acknowledge and affirm vote was, simply, the right thing to do; and ognize the right of women to vote and hold women’s inherent right to vote and to hold Whereas, the Territorial Legislature ad- office, hereby affirming its legacy as the office; and vanced a suffrage bill stating, ‘‘That every ‘‘Equality State.’’ Whereas, this inherent right, at the found- woman of the age of twenty-one years, resid- Section 3. That the Secretary of State of ing of the United States, was inhibited; and ing in this territory, may, at every election Wyoming transmit a copy of this resolution Whereas, women, at the founding of the to be holden under the laws thereof, cast her to the National Women’s Hall of Fame in United States, were also prevented from vote. And her rights to the elective franchise support of Esther Hobart Morris’ induction holding office; and and to hold office shall be the same under into the Women of the Hall. Whereas, women’s suffrage—the basic en- the election laws of the territory, as those of Section 4. That the Wyoming legislature franchisement of women—began to burgeon electors’’ and that ‘‘This act shall take effect encourages its citizens and invites its visi- in the United States in the 1840s and contin- and be in force from and after its passage’’; tors to learn about the women and men who ued to gain momentum over the next dec- and made women’s suffrage in Wyoming a re- ades, despite the oppressive atmosphere in Whereas, when invited to join the Union, ality, thereby blazing a trail for other states, which women were not allowed to divorce demanding that women’s suffrage be re- and eventually the federal government, to their husbands or show their booted ankles voked, the Wyoming Legislature said, ‘‘We recognize the inherent right of men and without risk of public scandal or worse; and will remain out of the Union one hundred women alike to elect their leaders and hold Whereas, during the 1850s, activism to sup- years rather than come in without the office. port women’s suffrage gathered steam, but women’’; and f lost momentum when the Civil War began; Whereas, in July 1890, Esther Hobart Mor- and ris presented the new Wyoming state flag to RECOGNIZING OLD GLORY HONOR Whereas, in the fall of 1868, three (3) years Governor Francis E. Warren during the FLIGHT after the had ended, statehood celebration, making Wyoming the Union Army General Ulysses S. Grant was 44th state to enter the Union and the first Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. President, today elected President, and chose John Campbell with its women holding the right to vote and I rise to recognize the Old Glory Honor to serve as Governor of the Wyoming Terri- serve in elected office; and Flight organization, as it makes its tory; and Whereas, the United States did not endorse maiden flight to Vietnam to bring 53 Whereas, Joseph A. Carey, who was there- women’s suffrage until 1920 with the ratifica- veterans back to the place where they after appointed to serve as Attorney General tion of the 19th Amendment to the U.S. Con- risked their lives for our Nation. I am of the , issued a formal stitution; and legal opinion that no one in Wyoming could Whereas, despite the passage of the 19th honored to pay tribute to this impor- be denied the right to vote based on race; Amendment, women of color continued to tant first flight and to honor their sac- and face barriers with exercising their right to rifices. Whereas, the first Wyoming Territorial vote, as American Indian men and women The all-volunteer organization, Old Legislature, comprised entirely of men, re- were not recognized as United States citizens Glory Honor Flight, was founded in quired consistent and persistent inveigling permitted to vote until the passage of the In- 2009 by individuals who had a dream of to warm to the notion of suffrage; and dian Citizenship Act of 1924, and ongoing ra- creating an honor flight experience for Whereas, abolitionist and woman suffrage cial discrimination required the passage and activist, Esther Hobart Morris, was born in military veterans in northeast Wis- implementation of the Voting Rights Act of consin. A dedicated board of volunteers Tioga County, New York, on August 8, 1812, 1965; and and later became a successful milliner and Whereas, achieving voting rights for all launched the first official flight on Oc- businesswoman; and women required firm and continuing resolve tober 27, 2009, when they hosted 95 Whereas, Esther Hobart Morris, widowed in to overcome reluctance, and even fervent op- World War II veterans on a trip to our 1843, moved to Peru, Illinois, to settle the position, toward this rightful enfranchise- Nation’s Capital to experience first- property in her late husband’s estate and ex- ment; and hand the national memorials honoring perienced the legal hardships faced by Whereas, Wyoming, the first to recognize women in Illinois and New York; and American military servicemembers. women’s suffrage, blazed a trail of other The honor flight’s mission is to cre- Whereas, Esther Hobart Morris married noteworthy milestones, such as Louisa John Morris, a prosperous merchant, and in Swain, of Laramie, casting the first ballot by ate a safe and memorable experience 1869 moved to the gold rush camp at South a woman voter in 1870; and for veterans who call Wisconsin home. Pass City, a small valley situated along the Whereas, in 1870 the first jury to include Until now, each honor flight has taken banks of Willow Creek on the southeastern women was in Wyoming and was sworn in on place within a single day, sending vet- end of the Wind River Mountains in the Wyo- March 7 in Laramie; and erans to Washington, DC, to thank ming Territory just north of the Oregon Whereas, Esther Hobart Morris was ap- them for all they sacrificed to keep our Trail; and pointed to serve as justice of the peace in Nation safe and free. Since its incep- Whereas, William Bright, a saloonkeeper, February 1870, making her the first woman also from the once bustling frontier mining to serve as a judge in the United States; and tion, Old Glory Honor Flight has flown town South Pass City, was elected to serve Whereas, Wyoming women become the more than 3,500 veterans on more than in the Territorial Legislature and was elect- first women to vote in a presidential election 40 missions. ed as president of the Territorial Council; in 1892; and Through the generous support of in- and Whereas, in 1894 Wyoming elected Estelle dividuals and businesses, Old Glory Whereas, the Territorial Legislature met Reel to serve as the state superintendent of Honor Flight has grown tremendously in 1869 in Cheyenne and passed bills and reso- public instruction, making her one of the in the past decade. This month, for the lutions formally enabling women to vote and first women in the United States elected to hold property and formally assuring equal serve in a statewide office; and first time in its 10-year existence, the pay for teachers; and Whereas, the residents of the town of Jack- organization is sending 53 veterans who Whereas, William Bright introduced a bill son in 1920 elected a city council composed served in Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos, to recognize the right of Wyoming women to entirely of women – dubbed the ‘‘petticoat and Thailand back to Vietnam for 2 vote; and government’’ by the press – making it the weeks. Whereas, no records were kept of the de- first all-women government in the United Wisconsinites owe a debt of gratitude bate between Wyoming territorial law- States; and to these servicemembers who answered makers, although individuals likely asserted Whereas, in 1924 Wyoming elected Nellie a myriad of motivations and intentions in Tayloe Ross to serve as governor of the great our country’s call to serve and defend supporting women’s suffrage; and state of Wyoming, making her the first the United States. These veterans Whereas, the Wyoming Territory popu- woman to be sworn in as governor in these served with honor and endured the hor- lation at the time consisted of six adult men United States; and rors of war. When they returned home,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:46 Feb 14, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13FE6.009 S13FEPT1 February 13, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1323 they were shunned and denied their agement, and guidance have been in- logical breakthroughs. As chairman of rightful hero’s welcome. We must vow strumental in helping current and fu- the Senate Committee on Small Busi- to never let this happen again and to ture leaders in our great State get a ness and Entrepreneurship, each week I always honor those who serve in our start. Thank you for you your leader- recognize a small business that em- Armed Forces. Let this flight be a re- ship, friendship, humor, and extraor- bodies the unique American entrepre- minder that we can all do our part to dinary service to our State and Na- neurial spirit. This week, it is my dis- keep the sacred trust we have with our tion.∑ tinct privilege to honor JL Marine Sys- veterans. Let it be a reminder that f tems, Inc., as the Senate Small Busi- there is still more work to do to honor ness of the Week. REMEMBERING BILL BURGESS their service, and let us be inspired by Located in Tampa, FL, JL Marine their selfless and heroic service to a ∑ Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I am Systems is known in fishing commu- grateful nation. here to speak today with a heavy heart nities throughout the country as the I am honored to recognize the very from the sudden and untimely passing manufacturer of the Power-Pole shal- first Wisconsin Honor Flight to Viet- of my dear friend and confidant, Bill low water anchor. John Oliverio, the nam and I commend Old Glory Honor Burgess of Lawton, OK. creator of the Power-Pole, has been an Flight on this extraordinary mission to Bill spent his entire life in service to angler for all his life and used this ex- honor our Wisconsin military veterans. Oklahoma and the Nation, and his loss perience to create a more practical ap- It is my sincere hope that this momen- will be felt throughout the State. proach to shallow water fishing. As a tous trip will bring some peace to these Bill was a talented attorney, busi- flats fisherman, he was frustrated that brave men traveling back to Vietnam. nessman, and civic leader. Among bringing his boat to a stop with a push f many different titles Bill held through- out his career, he served the State he pole or an anchor required him to lose ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS loved on the Oklahoma Board of Re- sight of fish. In 1998, John devised the gents for Higher Education and the concept for an anchor that he could University of Oklahoma Board of Re- lower from anywhere, allowing him to RECOGNIZING PHIL BATT gents. keep his eyes on fish. Today, the ∑ Mr. CRAPO. Mr. President, along Bill was widely recognized and re- Power-Pole is a premier shallow water with my colleagues Senator JAMES E. spected as one of Oklahoma’s out- anchor, featuring sophisticated tech- RISCH, Representative MIKE SIMPSON, standing leaders, and he was inducted nology for more effective shallow and Representative RUSS FULCHER, I into both the Oklahoma Hall of Fame water fishing. pay tribute to former Governor and the Oklahoma Higher Education JL Marine Systems’ Power-Pole Phil Batt for his immense service to Hall of Fame. technology is available in five different our State. As a businessman who developed the models, at more than 3,500 dealers, As his last official act in the Gov- largest software engineering company manufacturers, and retailers. These ernor’s Ceremonial Office in the Idaho in Oklahoma and the owner and pub- quality products have helped JL Ma- State Capitol, outgoing Idaho Governor lisher of the Lawton Constitution, Bill rine Systems to build strong partner- C.L. co-presented, with was admired for his entrepreneurial ships in the boating and fishing indus- current Idaho Governor , ability and success. A tireless advocate tries and has earned accolades at pro- the 2019 Idaho Medal of Achievement to for Oklahoma business, he served stints fessional fishing tournaments, in mag- Governor Phil Batt for his many ac- as chairman of both the Oklahoma azines, and on television shows. The complishments and years of service to State Chamber of Commerce and the Power-Pole won Best New Boating Ac- the State of Idaho. The award is con- Oklahoma Business Roundtable. cessory at the International Conven- sidered the highest civilian honor be- I worked closely with Bill in his role tion of Allied Sportsfishing Trades in stowed by the State. Phil Batt is the as civilian aide to the Secretary to the 2011, 2012, and 2013 and won awards for third recipient of this great honor, for Army and am so thankful to have a its electronics at the International which many nominations from across man of such integrity, character, and Boatbuilders Exhibition and Con- our State have been made by the pub- grit in this position. ference in 2017. lic. If you spent any time at all around JL Marine Systems’ commitment to Governor Batt has an extensive ca- Bill, you were sure to know that he was a higher standard is not only seen in reer of service to our State and Nation. the son of a sergeant major, the ‘‘back- their innovative products and customer He served as our State’s 29th Governor bone of the Army.’’ Friends say that service, but also in how the company from 1995 to 1999. Prior to his service as growing up in the house of a non-com- gives back to its community. JL Ma- Governor, he served as Idaho Repub- missioned officer gave him a love not rine Systems is a proud supporter of lican Party Chairman, Lieutenant Gov- only for the Army but also for the en- the Florida Aquarium, the Coastal ernor of Idaho, and president pro tem- listed men and women who serve their Conservation Association, the National pore of the . He served in country. Pediatric Cancer Foundation, and nu- the Idaho Senate for approximately 15 Bill was incredibly proud of his dad’s merous other organizations. The com- years after serving in the Idaho House service to our Nation and continued pany also supports its community by of Representatives from 1965 to 1967. He that tradition of service. No one loved, hosting hurricane relief fundraisers also served in the U.S. Army from 1945 admired, and supported our men and and by sponsoring Tampa-area youth to 1946 after growing up on a farm in women in uniform more than Bill. sports teams and high school and col- Wilder, ID. Kay and I are praying for Bill’s fam- lege fishing teams. Idaho has benefited greatly from ily, friends, and many loved ones in Governor Phil Batt’s sensible voice, this extremely hard time. Bill was an John Oliverio’s work to develop and commitment to service, and out- exceptional leader, a loving father, and produce the Power-Pole shallow water standing leadership. Governor Batt’s an incomparable friend. anchor represents the innovation that principal role in advancing human I am blessed to have known him, and Floridian entrepreneurs are known so rights in Idaho is among his many he will be sorely missed by myself and well for. Through hard work and perse- achievements on behalf of Idahoans. He the rest of Oklahoma.∑ verance, John and his team at JL Ma- led efforts to establish a Commission f rine Systems have revolutionized the on Human Rights and pushed for bene- shallow water anchor and have set an fits for Idaho farmworkers. RECOGNIZING JL MARINE excellent example of ingenuity. I would Governor Batt, you have much to be SYSTEMS, INC. like to congratulate John and the en- proud of and reflect on for your out- ∑ Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, it is my tire team at JL Marine Systems for standing service over your exemplary privilege to honor a Florida small busi- being named the Senate Small Busi- life. You have stood against inequities ness that exemplifies innovation and ness of the Week. I wish them good and, in so doing, helped make others’ how thinking outside of the box to luck and look forward to watching paths better. Your mentorship, encour- solve problems can create techno- their continued growth and success.∑

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