May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10445 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS ABORTION-RIGHTS AND dren, however, does not seem to be the con­ ing" family doctor where the secret would RESPONSIBILITIES cern of the anti-abortionists. be hidden forever. For as long as history has To the people who say, "I object to paying been written, we know that women who do for all these women to have abortions", we not want their pregnancies have aborted HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK can point to how much more it costs society ... too often having to face the problem OF CALIFORNIA to deal with unwanted children who wind alone and paying the price with their own IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES up "in the system" as people burned out on lives. That is an environment we cannot drugs or in prison. . . . or as emotionally recreate for American women. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 handicapped people, unloved and unwanted We would need to see the social stigma Mr. ST ARK. Mr. Speaker, today I would like as children, who spend their whole lives taken out of the act of giving a child for to bring to the attention of my colleagues an trying to figure out why they can't ever adoption; we need to educate "children who article written by a constituent of mine, Ms. "make it" with jobs, relationships, parent­ are having children" before they get preg­ Carol B. Layton. Ms. Layton is the issues ing, etc. Another economic factor is that a nant; we need to have programs that help young woman who becomes a parent and provide nurturing care for children born to management chair for the Bay Valley District has no education, training or personal sup­ mothers who didn't find motherhood the Chapter of Business and Professional Women port system (family> almost always becomes emotionally rewarding fantasy they had en­ in Alameda, CA. Ms. Layton's article is titled a person who has no alternative but to turn visioned and have abandoned or are serious­ "Abortion-Rights and Responsibilities" and is to the "system" for food, clothing, shelter, ly neglecting those children. We must see a thoughtful and well-written piece. I am sub­ and medical care. So, for those people who the children of this nation become a priori­ mitting a copy of the article and I encourage coldly look at the abortion issue simply as ty ... not just "our own children" ... but my colleagues to read it. an economic one, look again. If you think all children. And we must see the people of abortions cost you money, no abortion fund­ our nation put their time and resources on ABORTION-RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES ing for this Nation's poor women will cost the line to make it happen. If this is to be a CBy Carol B. Layton> you many more dollars. "kinder and gentler" nation, let's start with The morally offended anti-abortion dem­ To the people who say that there is abso­ helping the people who are here to deal onstrations we are seeing all over the nation lutely no reason for an abortion, rape and with the realities of 1989. In 1989 we do not and in our local papers represent a strange incest included.... we challenge you to seem to be able to effectively deal with the paradox. When the community is trying to work with victims of rape and child abuse massive number of children who are tragic make life better for the children and par­ and then tell us that you can sentence an and frightened victims of society. Those ents who are already here, where are the innocent victim to not only incur the social child victims too often turn into victimizers people who want to mandate that every con­ stigma involved in an unmarried women at worst and dysfunctional adults at best. A ception result in the birth of a child? Where being pregnant, but experience on a daily "kinder and gentler" society must happen are they when work is needed on legislation basis the rapist's child growing within them. for the children who are today's reality. to help pregnant women have healthy preg­ When a victim of rape or incest finds out How can we talk about greatly increasing nancies and safe deliveries? (Are they just she is pregnant it is tragic enough without the number of needy children and adults as offended at the high rate of infant mor­ finding out that a politically persuasive when we cannot help the needy in our tality in Oakland.... and how are they group of people have ruled that she must Nation today? One gets the feeling that we helping those women who have chosen to carry that pregnancy. Anti-abortionists are shoveling sand against the tide of the carry their pregnancies to full term? Where have been quoted as saying that victims of self-serving instead of working with the are they when we work to promote safe rape and incest should either be "medically gifts of knowledge, faith and enlightenment adoption legislation? Where are they when responsible or bear the consequences (the gained in the evolution of the human race. we try to help victims of incest and rape child) whether or not the father (rapist> Abortion ... moral or immoral? I believe it who may be or are pregnant? Where are will participate in the raising of the child." is a choice that a person and their God must they when we work to have child support Do current child support laws have clauses answer together. As a People, we have no laws enforced so that children can eat and which would cover rapists paying to support right to legally mandate that married cou­ be clothed? For the children who are being their illegitimate offspring ... and are the ples have as many children as can be con­ neglected by parents incapable of caring for victims

e This "bullet" symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. 10446 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 currently scheduled to be reviewed by the located in my district. Here he was raised, and A TRIBUTE TO MARGARITA H. Supreme Court, many women will continue here he developed his phenomenal baseball "MAGGIE" ZELADA to have abortions. The result of banning talent. abortions would be that we will not only lose fertilized eggs and/or fetuses, we will Like many of the ethnic neighborhoods in HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN Brooklyn, Bensonhurst is filled with the sights also lose many, many women who will have OF CALIFORNIA been forced to have unsafe abortions. We and sounds of the "old country." The Italian IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cannot go back to those days. community of Bensonhurst has always main­ It is not true that only women who do not tained its strong ties to its heritage. Above all Wednesday, May 31, 1989 value the growing life within them choose abortion. To the vast majority of women else, this heritage includes a powerful commit­ Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to who feel they must choose abortion, it is a ment to the importance of family and friends. pay tribute to a highly respected member of painful solution that often lives with them Johnny Franco is a living embodiment of this the community, Margarita H. "Maggie" Zelada, for the rest of their lives. For every abor­ ethic. in recognition of her outstanding service and tion, there is a story that is almost always dedication to the San Fernando Valley. She filled with pain. The decision that a preg­ In his youth, Franco was an ace pitcher for nancy must be aborted is more often made the Lafayette High School Redman. From the will be honored by the San Fernando Cham­ from love of the living than from a lack of schoolyard diamonds of Brooklyn, his career ber of Commerce for her remarkable work and caring about a fetus growing within. There blossomed until it reached its pinnacle last accomplishments in the community. are very few women who do not think of the year. After converting 39 saves out of 42 op­ Maggie Zelada's exceptional work with nu­ fetus as a part of them, and it is not an un­ portunities and compiling an astounding 1.57 merous organizations has had a lasting impact emotional decision. Women do not deceive ERA, he was awarded the National League's on the lives of its members. The immeasur­ themselves that the life within their bodies able amounts of time and energy which she top honor for relief pitchers. the "Fireman of will not grow to be an independent human continuously invests into each group and or­ being. In fact. it is often in trying to figure the Year." Yet despite his dramatic rise to ganization contributes to her impressive list of out how to deal with that new life that stardom and its attending fame and fortune, achievements. Her effective leadership in her leads to the decision to abort. A child de­ Johnny Franco has the same down-to-earth serves to be wanted and receive a commit­ various roles can be attributed to her unique ment from the parent that they will be attitude he did when he was the left-handed style and individuality which makes Maggie an properly nurtured and loved. A child should fireballer his Bensonhurst friends and neigh­ important asset to the community. not be the "punishment" meted out by a so­ bors watched throw for Lafayette High. Maggie has served the valley through many ciety that harshly says that if you "dance With the explosive financial success and ir­ elected and appointed positions. As president the tune, you pay the piper" ... the chil­ dren certainly deserve more than that. Talk­ resistable public exposure that usually accom­ of the San Fernando Chamber of Commerce, ing to women who have been through an panies high achievement in professional she has guided the chamber toward progress abortion personally would erase the "baby sports, it is not uncommon for athletes to and better communication. In October 1987 killer" image which anti-abortionists paint. slam the door on their past and their roots. she became the first woman ·member of the When our backs are to the wall, we do what Not Johnny Franco. Rather than distance him­ San Fernando Kiwanis Club, and was elected we feel we must to survive. If a woman/ self from the people and the place that nur­ to the board of directors in 1988. As local family decides that she/they cannot take manager of the Southern California Gas Co., care of a child that may result from the tured his success. Johnny Franco has made it pregnancy, who really has the right to say clear that those who made him what he is Maggie effectively balanced the concerns of she/they must follow laws reflecting a today-his family, friends, and neighbors in the company and the community. In addition, she has served on State Assemblyman Rich­ moral interpretation that is not necessarily Bensonhurst-are still his strength. held by her/them? ard Katz' Hispanic Roundtable and chaired A woman's reproductive rights are in­ In a wonderful article in a recent issue of the 1988 San Fernando Civic Association tensely personal. Decisions on whether or Sports Illustrated, Franco told Hank Hersch, Fiesta, attended by more than 10,000 area not to bear children are made by individual "that's why I'm a success * * * because residents. women . .. not legislative bodies, Whether these guys back home, my family and every­ or not some people want to make it more In 1988, Maggie was named one of five difficult for poor women in America to do body know what kind of person I am. No "Outstanding Women of the Community" by what they feel they must do, that is now matter how much money I make, I'm not the San Fernando Sun. This award is only one being tested by our Supreme Court. History going to change." of the many tokens of the sincere and over­ has proven, however, that when the reality whelming appreciation that the valley has for of an unwanted pregnancy hits a woman While he keeps an apartment in Cincinnati during the season. after the final pitch is her. Maggie's unlimited and selfless contribu­ who feels she cannot deal with it, that tions have greatly benefited countless organi­ thrown in September, Franco immediately re­ woman will do whatever she must to termi­ zations and their members. nate the pregnancy. It is her right to do so turns to Bensonhurst. In his words, "I could It is a distinct honor and pleasure to ask my and be able to exercise her personal repro­ live anywhere * * * But when I walk out the colleagues to join me in saluting Margarita ductive choice in a way that will not kill or door and walk around the block, everything maim her. Zelada, a dedicated member of our communi­ Reproductive freedom for all people, rich reminds me of the good times and the bad ty and a remarkable woman. or poor, in this nation should not be denied times." or abridged. Perhaps no other moment captures the true spirit of Johnny Franco than the afternoon RECLAMATION STATES GROUND before a recent Reds game with the New WATER PROTECTION AND York Mets. Instead of filming an endorsement. MANAGEMENT ACT or shopping the expensive stores on Fifth JOHNNY FRANCO: THE HERO OF Avenue, Johnny organized a pickup softball HON. GEORGE MILLER BENSONHURST game with the neighborhood kids of Benson­ OF CALIFORNIA hurst. He also stopped by his old high school, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. STEPHEN J. SOLARZ offered pointers to today's Redman pitchers, Wednesday, May 31, 1989 OF NEW YORK and signed autographs along the way. Later, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Johnny got together with his oldest and dear­ Mr. MILLER of California. Mr. Speaker, today, I am introducing-along with 16 of my Wednesday, May 31, 1989 est Bensonhurst paisans to grab a chicken parmigiana sandwich and talk about old times. colleagues-the Reclamation States Ground Mr. SOLARZ. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Water Protection and Management Act. pay tribute to a gifted athlete who has stirred Johnny Franco is truly a hero-to baseball There are several purposes to the Reclama­ great pride and admiration in his hometown. fans in Cincinnati and all over the country. But tion States Ground Water Protection Act. Johnny Franco is a relief pitcher for the Cin­ more than anything else, Johnny Franco is a One is to encourage the Western States to ninnati Reds, but he still makes his home in hometown hero. And that hometown, I am better protect and manage their ground water the Bensonhurst section of Brooklyn, which is proud to say, is Bensonhurst. resources. The second is to ensure that the May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10447 Federal Government does not spend funds on problems which should not have developed if 1988 release. "He has cast 11,748 roll call building water resources projects to correct ground water plans had been in place. votes and 4,154 quorum calls, making a total problems caused by the unwise use of ground This bill is fair and workable. States have of 15,902 ... Natcher admits that he has had a great many close calls, but so far has water. the primary responsibility to take action to pro­ been fortunate enough to never miss a vote I introduced this legislation last Congress tect their water resources. Federal role is es­ and after passing the 15,000 mark, has indi­ and held two hearings on it. Those hearings il­ sentially one of standard-setting and of pro­ cated he intends to try for another 15,000." lustrated just how serious our problems with tecting the taxpayer's interest. The Guinness Book of Work Records lists ground water have become. We depend heav­ This is a critically important bill. It will help Natcher's feat, and he acknowledges that he ily upon ground water, yet it is a threatened us achieve significant protection for our is now something of a hostage to this self­ natural resource. In many Western States, ground water resources in the Western United imposed standard. He once went onto the ground water is depleted at rates faster than it States. I urge you to join with me in ensuring floor with double pneumonia despite a doc­ is being replenished. We are, in effect, using that this legislation is enacted soon. tor's order to go to the hospital. "Can't do up some supplies. it," he recalled thinking. "I'd miss 10 or 12 In other instances, we are polluting or con­ votes." taminating ground water supplies. Use of Then there was the time his wife was seri­ these supplies may be limited or even elimi­ ously ill in Bowling Green. Every night for nated. TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE two weeks, he caught a 7:20 flight to Nash­ The depletion or contamination of ground WILLIAM H. NATCHER ville after adjournment, and drove 64 miles water supplies is a problem of enormous mag­ to see her. Every morning, he caught the nitude. Ground water is the source of water 10:00 flight back, arriving in Washington in time for the opening vote. for half of the population in this country. HON. ROMANO L. MAZZOLI Around 97 percent of the rural population de­ OF KENTUCKY "Deaths in the family, weather problems, pends on ground water. The loss or degrada­ transportation difficulties, sheer weariness IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES did not stop him as he marched to his re­ tion of ground water affects each and every markable feat," Rep. Sidney R. Yates (D­ one of us. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 ill.) wrote of Natcher in a newsletter to his The Reclamation State Ground Water Act is Mr. MAZZOLI. Mr. Speaker, we of the Ken­ district. a step toward addressing this tremendous There are those who chuckle at Natcher's problem. tucky delegation in the House know what an absolute treasure we have in our dean, BILL slavish devotion to standards that, after all, It encourages each of the 17 Western don't amount to much in the larger scheme States to develop and implement a statewide NATCHER. of Washington. They fault him for not ground water protection plan. The States The rest of Congress and the country is fast using his seniority as a platform to speak would have flexibility to design the plan to learning about this rare man and leading legis­ out on the issues of the day. With a larger meet their needs and problems. The Federal lator from articles such as this one from the staff, with a press secretary, he could have role-working through the Department of the Washington Post of May 25: been a voice, they say. Maybe even a speak­ Interior-would identify which States have REP. NATCHER: A STUDY IN STANDARDS er. ground water problems requiring attention. (By Dale Russakoff) But Natcher is content to be the No. 2 The Federal Government-through a public As Washington sinks into the swamp it member of the Appropriations Committee, process-would develop minimal criteria once was, a spectacle of money and power responsible for 43 percent of the federal which State ground water plans it must meet. gone haywire, Rep. William H. Natcher CD­ budget-health, human services, education Ky.) stays his fastidious course. and labor-and many of the programs that States, which have ground water problems Erect and immaculate in his starched Americans associate with the most basic and which fail to develop minimally acceptable white shirt and dark suit, the snow-haired functions of government. plans, would not receive funds for reclamation gentleman from Bowling Green has been in Besides, there is something to be said, par­ water projects. the House almost 36 years. At 79, he has ticularly in these times, for one who sets A similar approach was used in Arizona, never accepted a political contribution, standards higher than those required of when the Federal Government threatened to never taken an honorarium for a speech and him, and sticks to them. halt funds for the central Arizona project never missed a vote. Through 5 p.m. yester­ day, he had cast 15,967 of them. This is why, when contentious bills are de­ unless that State took action to protect its Everyone knows that he is one of a kind, bated and the speaker comes to the floor, ground water. Arizona responded positively and so, before each new Congress, House Natcher is often called upon to preside. A and put into place a comprehensive ground leaders ask Natcher to speak to incoming picture of fairness and parliamentary prow­ water plan. freshmen. "I tell them there are lots of ess, he generally gets a standing ovation My Subcommittee on Water, Power, and things in life that are right sacred and from both sides of the aisle when he returns Offshore Energy Resources heard testimony good," Natcher said, "and one is to serve in the gavel. during the last Congress from several of the the Congress and to say to those who want "He's a forceful presence-almost in a individuals instrumental in developing the Ari­ to spend this money on you, 'I'd appreciate military way," said Rep. David R. Obey CD­ it if you'd just keep your hands off me.' " Wis.). "He taps the handle of the gavel, not zona ground water plan. We learned that Most political action committees know to while this effort was difficult and required all of the head. He does it very softly, and he'll leave Natcher alone, but every now and just stand there and keep tapping until the the various parties to cooperatively work out then, somebody tries anyway, and he simply House is silent." the program, it was successful. In my view, sends the checks back. Last year, the grand this type of cooperative problem solving, in­ total of his campaign expenses, all paid by So reverential is Natcher toward the Natcher, came to $8,404.97-mostly for gaso­ House that he has faithfully kept a journal, volving the States, the public, the water users, which numbers 50 leather-bound volumes, and the Federal Government, can be repeated line to drive his sprawling, rural district. By contrast, the average House winner in 1988 of his years there. He also has written in other States. spent $358,992. weekly to his children and grandchildren­ I have described this bill before as having a Another of Natcher's distinctions is that more than 1, 700 letters altogether-about "carrot and stick'" approach to making sure he runs the lowest-budget office in the the important workings of Washington as that ground water plans are put into place in House. A study in self-reliance, he has no he sees them. an expeditious manner where they are administrative assistant, no legislative direc­ And so yesterday, as Washington was needed. States are given the option to design tor, no press secretary. He just has "five transfixed by the spectacle of House Speak­ and develop plans to remedy their ground ladies," as he puts it, who help him handle er Jim Wright CD-Tex.) facing possible ruin water problems. If States choose not to do office business. He sends out one press re­ before the ethics committee, Natcher was lease each year, which he writes himself, so-or fail to do so-the Federal Government saying that once again he has not missed a on the House floor fighting for $1.1 billion will not be able to step in to build water vote. in supplemental appropriations for student projects in that State. This protects the Feder­ "Representative William H. Natcher ... loans, worker training and foster care. al taxpayer from being forced to pay for­ has never missed a day or a vote since he "It's the most important matter before often very expensive-structural solutions to has been a member of Congress," reads the the House today," he said. 10448 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 A TRIBUTE TO JEREMY KAMRAS Chairing the festival this year will be Mr. Dr. Gunn has succeeded in making this com­ Andrew Stolarz of Clifton, New Jersey. Mr. munity a better place in which to live. It gives HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI Stolarz has been active in the Polish commu­ me great pride to stand before you today and OF CALIFORNIA nity of the Passaic-Clifton area. honor such a fine individual and give her the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I commend the efforts of Mr. Stolarz and credit she so richly deserves. the Polish community of New Jersey to the at­ Wednesday, May 31, 1989 tention of my colleagues and wish them all a Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to successful festival. HONORING ARLENE KELLNER recognize and pay tribute to Jeremy Todd FOR 25 YEARS OF DISTIN- Kamras on the occasion of his bar mitzvah. GUISHED SERVICE This is a very joyous occasion and, indeed, KILDEE HONORS DR. WILLIE one of the most important events in the life of COSDENA THOMAS GUNN HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN a young Jewish man. OF NEW YORK It is on this occasion that a male Jew is rec­ HON. DALE E. KILDEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ognized as fully responsible for his own reli­ OF MICHIGAN Wednesday, May 31, 1989 gious and moral actions. A bar mitzvah is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today called upon to read a prophetic passage from Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Scripture to the synagogue congregation and, to pay tribute to a truly outstanding woman, thereupon, he is recognized as a full member Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Arlene Kellner, who is being honored by her of the congregation, able to count as a bring to the attention of my colleagues in the colleagues with a special dinner on June 7. member of the required quorum of 10. On that House of Representatives and the Nation a She will be recognized for her illustrious occasion the parents say a blessing: "Blessed retirement ceremony that will be held Friday, teaching career, which is culminating after 25 is God who has now freed me from bearing June 2, in Flint, Ml. Dr. Willie Cosdena years of dedicated service to the New York full responsibility for this person." Thomas Gunn will be honored for her 33 City public school system, nearly all of them Mr. Speaker, I am proud to play a role in years of dedicated and extraordinary service at Public School 89 in Elmhurst, Queens. this special moment in Jeremy's life-the to the Flint Board of Education. Arlene Kellner is that rare breed of teacher moment when he will become an adult and In her 33 years of service, Dr. Gunn has who can combine discipline with inspiration: accept full responsibility for his own actions. I served as a community activist, an educator, a Her students, many of whom are learning extend my sincere congratulations to both counselor consultant, an author, and a lectur­ English as a second language and do not Jeremy and his parents on the occasion of er. She earned a bachelor of science degree have English-speaking parents, find an addi­ this religious turning point in Jeremy's life. from Benedict College, a masters degree in tional reinforcement of their English training in education, and a masters degree in guidance her music classes, where they learn to sing a and counseling from the University of Michi­ variety of pieces. Among those who have wit­ NEW JERSEY'S POLISH FESTIVAL gan. She also received a business certificate nessed her style are New York City Mayor from Reeds Business College and a doctorate Edward Koch, who made a special point of HON. JAMES J. FLORIO degree from Urban Bible College School of visiting her class on a tour of P.S. 89. OF NEW JERSEY Religious Studies. Dr. Gunn taught in the Flint Born May 28, 1934, in New York City, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES public schools, Mott Adult High School, and Arlene Kellner spent the greater part of her was an adjunct professor at the Charles Stew­ childhood in the Bronx, living on Longfellow Wednesday, May 31, 1989 art Mott Community College, the University of Road until her marriage to Jacques Kellner, a Mr. FLORIO. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Michigan, and Jordan College. Presently, she Belgian-born U.S. citizen who served in the take this opportunity to focus the attention of will be retiring from the position of guidance U.S. Army in Japan during the occupation. my colleagues on a very uplifting event that counselor at Southwestern High School. She was educated at James Monroe High will take place in New Jersey on June 4, A recipent of many awards, Dr. Gunn has School in the Bronx, and then earned a bach­ 1989. On this day, the Polish community of been honored nationwide for her contributions elor of arts degree in language arts from New Jersey will hold its 18th annual Polish to humanity. Most recently, she was named Hunter College, She was employed as a Heritage Festival at the Garden State Arts "Counselor of the Year" by the Genesee Area public school teacher before the birth of her Center. Association for Counseling and Development. son, Mark, in 1957. Every year, the Garden State Arts Center She has served on many prestigious boards Returning to the workplace in 1965, Arlene hosts a number of festivals that are spon­ of directors, including the National Association Kellner spent the next 24 years as a teacher sored by the diverse ethnic communities that for the Advancement of Colored People, the of music, French and a general classroom are represented in the State of New Jersey. Urban League, and the March of Dimes. Cur­ teacher at P.S. 89. It is estimated that literally The money that is raised by these festivals rently, she serves on the National Association thousands of students passed under her in­ goes directly to the cultural fund which, in of Media Women Board of Directors, the struction during these years. During her time turn, sponsors free cultural activities at the board of directors of the Panhellenic Educa­ at P.S. 89, Arlene Kellner earned a master of Garden State Arts Center. Groups that benefit tion Foundation, and the University of Michi­ arts degree in education from Hunter College from these activities include senior citizens gan Counselors Advisory Board. She is presi­ and was active in the United Federation of and school children, the handicapped and the dent of the National Association of Media Teachers, rising to the position of chapter disabled, the veterans, and the disadvan­ Women-Flint Chapter, and the national so­ chairman for the union at the school. taged. These activities represent a commend­ rority of Phi Delta Kappa Midwestern Region. After a quarter-century of unfailing service, able effort to shine a bright light in the lives of Dr. Gunn has succeeded in helping shape Mrs. Kellner is looking forward to an active re­ these people. the lives of many children of this community. tirement. Her husband is owner of Keiper The 18th annual Polish Heritage Festival As a former teacher, I can appreciate the International Corp., an exporting business will commemorate a special anniversary in the awesome responsibility and acute sensitivity based in New York City. Her son is an editor lives of the Polish people. This coming Sep­ to each student's needs that must be main­ with MIS WEEK, a Fairchild Publications busi­ tember will mark the 50th anniversary of the tained on a daily basis. The enormous effort ness newspaper also headquartered in the invasion of Poland by the Nazis and the Dr. Gunn has put forth in order to meet those city. Soviet forces at the beginning of World War II. needs is greatly appreciated by the people of Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to pay tribute The tragic anniversary of this invasion and the the Seventh Congressional District of Michi­ to such a hardworking and inspirational indi­ courage of the Polish people in dealing with gan. vidual. I call on my colleagues in the U.S. the ravages of war will be remembered at this Mr. Speaker, this distinguished woman who House of Representatives to join me in salut­ festival. The festival's theme is titled "Poland, will be honored on June 2 has demonstrated ing Arlene Kellner for her selfless dedication its People, History, and Culture of 20th Centu­ by her actions the personification of true com­ to P.S. 89 and the entire teaching profession. ry" and will focus on Poland's struggle during munity service. As a result of her presence I wish her continued success and best wishes World War II. and commitment to excellence in education, in her future endeavors. May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10449 TRIBUTE TO FEED OUR OWN this affects me a lot! Can you please do gan. In 1969 he was transferred to the area V DISTRICT, INC. something about this, then if you can't then office in Flint as part of the engineering staff maybe someone you know can. What is it responsible for 23 counties in southeastern that us kids can't do? This letter may not HON. JAMES A. TRAFICANT, JR. mean anything to you, but it means a lot to Michigan. As a civil engineer technician, John OF OHIO me! I'm a fifth grader that is concerned is now responsible for drainage, erosion con­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES about this incident! trol, agriculture waste handling, and storage projects. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Your friend, TIFFANY KIEHN. During John's long and distinguished Mr. TRAFICANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today career, he has received five cash awards, six to honor and support Feed Our Own District, DEAR CONGRESSMAN MILLER: My class at promotions, and had three of his work im­ Inc., for their outstanding efforts to desist George P. Miller wrote essays about the oil provement suggestions adopted by the U.S. hunger in my own 17th Congressional District spill. I think it was Hazelwood's fault be­ Department of Agriculture. Also, in 1979 John of Ohio. cause he was drinking. What would the people of Ca. do if it happened in one of the was awarded the Certificate of Appreciation Formed in January 1988, FOOD, Inc., has Ca. beaches? There are a lot of beaches, and by the Department. been making tremendous headway in assist­ in the summer people go there. I am proud of the work that John has done ing impoverished individuals in Mahoning and Concerned person, for the Soil Conservation Service of the U.S. Trumbull Counties. The congregation of Ohev DEON WHITTEMORE. Department of Agriculture and for the people Tzedek Temple along with Rabbi Mitchell B. of Michigan. On behalf of the citizens in my Kornspan and his wife, have been intrinsically DEAR MR. CONGRESSMAN: How are you 10th Congressional District who have benefit­ involved with Feed Our Own District, Inc., in doing. I hope you're doing fine. Hi. My name is Tiffany Sims. I am 10 years old in ed from his 34 years of service, I wanted to bolstering efforts to aid the hungry in the Ma­ extend my best wishes for a happy and re­ honing Valley. This congregation is one of the the fifth grade. We are talking a lot about the oil spill. I think you should make some­ warding retirement. many organizations involved in this continued thing to get the oil spill out of the water. activity. And I hope everyone who was in trouble On May 21, 1989, Feed Our Own District, about the oil spill finds out what they are A TRIBUTE TO CYNTHIANA Inc., sponsored a fund raising event called going to do. BROWN Hands Around the Valley. This event raised Your friend, thousands of dollars for the Trumbull and Ma­ TIFFANY SIMS. HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN honing County Food Coalition. OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, I take great pride in saluting CONGRESSMAN GEORGE MILLER: I think this accident shouldn't of happened because of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the efforts of Feed Our Own District, Inc. Or­ the width of the reef coming in you Wednesday, May 31, 1989 ganizations such as this show the genuine shouldn't come close enough to crash. concern for the poor and hungry in my district. SEVEN JAMES ENG HUNG. Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to This organization is a real asset to my district express my admiration, respect and gratitude as well as the Nation, and I wish all my con­ DEAR CONGRESSMAN MILLER: I am very sure to Cynthiana Brown, assistant principal of stituents involved in this organization the best you want the oil spill cleaned up. So do all Seeds University Elementary School. After 42 of luck in the future. the people around the world. I wonder what years as a teacher and administrator, Cynth­ the world would look like if the oil slick had iana is retiring. She will be greatly missed. spread all over the United States. PRACTICING CITIZENSHIP Imagine if no one would help out. All I'm Throughout her distinguished career as an saying is that I hope the oil slick will be educator, Cynthiana's commitment to the cleaned up around the 1990s. If I lived in learning process has never faltered. Since HON. GEORGE MILLER Alaska, I would try to get my friends to help 194 7, when she joined Seeds University Ele­ OF CALIFORNIA out. Alaska has a serious problem. One of mentary School as a first grade teacher, she IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the serious problems is the animals. The has worked tirelessly to uphold the school's Wednesday, May 31, 1989 animals life is in big danger. I wish I could excellent tradition of administering the finest help out. education to thousands of children. Her hu­ Mr. MILLER of California. Mr. Speaker, I Yours truly, would like to commend teachers across our MICHELLE KAHELE. manitarian commitment to cherish, recognize country who realize that the Exxon Valdez oil­ and nurture every child's uniqueness while spill tragedy is also an opportunity to educate providing a strong academic foundation has our youth in the responsibilities and privileges A TRIBUTE TO JOHN F. BOEFF earned her a well-deserved reputation as an of citizenship. Teachers like Ms. Linda outstanding leader in elementary level educa­ McCluskey and Mr. Philip Kottower of the HON. BILL SCHUETTE tion. George P. Miller School in Alameda, CA, are OF MICHIGAN Her service with Seeds University Elementa­ ry School has helped countless children teaching the democratic process by having IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES become devoted, eager learners with a zest to their students participate in that process. This Wednesday, May 31, 1989 may be the most important exercise these grow intellectually, socially, emotionally, and children will ever do during their schooling. Mr. SCHUETTE. Mr. Speaker, it is with ad­ physically. All of those fortunate enough to Mr. Speaker, the following are letters from miration and respect that I rise today to pay know Cynthiana have been enriched by her Ms. McCluskey and Mr. Kottower's fifth grad­ tribute to John F. Boeff, who is retiring from ability to communicate the great lessons she ers. I would like to share with my colleagues the Soil Conservation Service of the U.S. De­ has learned in this selfless service. Her tire­ the concerns, suggestions, and observations partment of Agriculture after a distinguished less gifts of time and energy demonstrate the of these young citizens. 34-year career. John advanced from a young importance of our community and the respon­ engineering aide to a civil engineer technician, sibility to give to others as well as to receive DEAR CONGRESSMAN MILLER: What do you think about the oil spill in Valdez, Alaska? I serving in positions in the counties of from them. think Hazelwood should help clean up. Can Shiawassee, Clinton, and Genesee, which Cynthiana received her B.A. in education you clean up the oil in 4 years? I feel sorry covers most of the southeastern Michigan from UCLA in 1945 and shortly thereafter re­ for the sea otters, don't you? Almost half of area. ceived her masters in administration from the the population of the sea creatures is going John joined the U.S. Department of Agricul­ University of Southern California. She was down about 10 percent. ture in 1955 in Corunna, Ml, initially working born and grew up in Los Angeles. She had a From, on surface and subsurface drainage, erosion happy childhood and has devoted her life to ALAINE GozuN. control, and conservation planning. After creating the same for all children. Her lively DEAR CONGRESSMAN GEORGE MILLER: I hear working on approximately 430 projects John curiosity about the world around her leads her that you know some stuff about the oil spill was transferred in 1967 to the Ovid construc­ to correspond with more than 25 pen pals, that the newspapers can't explain! When I tion unit where he worked on Public Law 566 some of whom she has written to for over 25 grow up I want to be a marine biologist, so flood control projects in southeastern Michi- years. 10450 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 Cynthiana Brown has an impressive record service to the city of Santa Maria, CA. Mr. "National Spina Bifida Month," and once of dedication to self-understanding and cre­ Grogan plans to retire on June 1, 1989. -again I would urge my colleagues to support ative expression through the joy of learning. It Mr. Grogan was born in Fowler, CA, grad­ this measure. is an honor to ask my colleagues to join me in uated from high school in Fresno, CA, and Proper facilities to treat spina bifida and saluting this remarkable woman. graduated from the University of Redlands, professionals specializing in the latest and CA, with a bachelors degree in economics. most effective treatment for children with After college, he served 4 years in the U.S. spina bifida are limited nationwide. NEW JERSEY'S ITALIAN Navy during the Korean conflict as a pilot of FESTIVAL It is, therefore, fitting that there be a Feder­ carrier-based aircraft. Following the conflict, al proclamation designating October 1989, as Grogan attended graduate school at the Uni­ "National Spina Bifida Month." Such a procla­ HON. JAMES J. FLORIO versity of California, Berkeley, where he re­ mation will increase public awareness of the OF NEW JERSEY ceived a masters degree in public administra­ problem and, we hope, stimulate the interest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion. and concern needed to increase research Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Mr. Grogan began his career with the city of leading to the discovery of a cure for this con­ Santa Maria as an administrative assistant im­ dition. Mr. FLORIO. Mr. Speaker, on June 10, mediately after his graduation from Berkeley, 1989, New Jersey's Italian community will in February 1960. Three years later, the city showcase their culture and traditions as part council appointed him as city administrator, a ST. ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL of the 19th annual Festa ltaliana to be held at position he has held since that time. the Garden State Arts Center. The Festa lta­ BASKETBALL TEAM NO. 1 IN In his nearly three decades of service to THE NATION liana is the culmination of year-long activities Santa Maria, the city has established a sound by a group of unselfish and dedicated volun­ economic base through several downtown de­ teers who will be demonstrating the rich cul­ velopments. His term as administrator has HON. FRANK J. GUARINI tural heritage of New Jersey's Italian commu­ brought about extensive renovations and im­ OF NEW JERSEY nity. provements including complete reevaluation As an Italian-American, I am proud to be and repair of the city's sewer and water sys­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES able to share with my colleagues some details tems, the construction of both a senior center Wednesday, May 31, 1989 about this very interesting and commendable and a community center as well as the up­ Mr. GUARINI. Mr. Speaker, I would like my event. grade and refurbishing of local parks. colleagues to join in this salute to a Jersey Every year, the Garden State Arts Center While working as city administrator, Grogan City high school, small in size, but giant in hosts a number of festivals that are spon­ also served as an official member of several sored by the diverse ethnic communities that organizations. In the past, he has acted as the ability. The school I speak of is St. Anthony's are represented in the State of New Jersey. chairman of the Central Coast Regional Crimi­ High School which a few weeks ago won the The money that is raised by these festivals nal Justice Planning Board, as a member, USA Today's No. 1 rank for high school boys' goes directly to the cultural fund which, in then as chairman of the Commission on basketball teams in the entire Nation. turn, sponsors free cultural activities at the Peace Officers Standards and Training, as the Housed in a 70-year-old three-story walk-up Garden State Arts Center. Groups that bene­ original president of the California City Manag­ building which was taken over by the Catholic fits from these activities include senior citizens er Foundation, and president of the League of education system after the building was aban­ and schoolchildren, the handicapped and the California Cities City Manager's Department doned as Public School No. 4 in 1952. This disabled, the veterans, and the disadvan­ and International City Management State As­ fine institution of learning is setting an out­ taged. These activities represent a commend­ sociation. standing example of how grit and determina­ able effort to shine a bright light in the lives of Mr. Grogan is also a retired member of the tion can cause young Americans to excel de­ these people. U.S. Naval Reserve and was a commanding spite difficult circumstances. The 19th annual Festa ltaliana will feature officer of the Naval Reserve Intelligence Unit The school, whose faculty is staffed by Feli­ the good Italian food, the music and dance, at Naval Postgate School in Monterey, CA, cian Sisters, Marist Brothers, laymen, laywo­ the artifacts and traditions that have long where he held the rank of captain. men and diocesan priests has 320 students in been associated with Americans of Italian Mr. Grogan has proven to be a valuable citi­ a 1O classroom structure which has absolutely origin. One of the highlights of this year's fes­ zen as well as a vital element in the growth no recreation facilities. tival will be the featuring of several talented and development of the city of Santa Maria, Despite this fact, St. Anthony's High School individuals including Mary Mancini who will join CA. I ask my colleagues to join me in honor­ team, under the direction of Robert Hurley, Pat Coopert, Bobby Rydall, and Lou Monti. ing my good friend Mr. Grogan for his many Sr., a Hudson County probation officer, who is Chairing this year's festival is Mr. Anthony years of service to the city and in wishing him their part-time coach, and Sister Mary Felicia, Lordi, Jr., of Linden, NJ. Mr. Lordi has been and his wife Aggie the very best for the future. as principal, and Sister Mary Alan, director of active in putting together the Festa ltaliana development and athletics, stands out truly as since the festival's inception 19 years ago. He NATIONAL SPINA BIFIDA MONTH a diamond on rough edges of our society. is the past president of many Italian organiza­ At a time when our Nation is being be­ tions in the Linden-Rahway area of New sieged with terrible statistics concerning anti­ Jersey. HON. ROMANO L. MAZZOLI social behavior, drug and alcohol addiction, I extend to Mr. Lordi and the many Italian OF KENTUCKY St. Anthony's team has traveled to 1O States Americans who are involved in putting togeth­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES winning 50 straight games including a perfect er this festival my best wishes for a successful event. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 32 this year, setting a State record for victo­ Mr. MAZZOLI. Mr. Speaker, spina bifida, a ries in one season, all with no home court to condition which results from the failure of the practice or play games. HONORING MR. ROBERT F. spine to close properly during prenatal devel­ It has been necessary for this determined GROGAN opment, is a most common birth defect, oc­ group to use an 80-year-old building, known curring in approximately 1 of every 1,000 as White Eagle Hall, which is about 1O blocks HON. ROBERT J. LAGOMARSINO births. Unfortunately, this condition remains from the school. Each day when they go in to OF CALIFORNIA little known and little understood. practice they must first move the bingo tables in a very cramped facility which does not meet IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In years past I have introduced legislation, designating October as "National Spina Bifida the official measurements for basketball com­ Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Month," and I have been pleased with the petition. Mr. LAGOMARSINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise strong display of support I received from my I believe the magnitude of their accomplish­ today to ask my colleagues to join me in hon­ House colleagues. Once again I am introduc­ ments is best related in the following newspa­ oring Robert F. Grogan for his 29 years of ing a resolution to designate October 1989, as per accounts. May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10451 [From the USA Today, Mar. 20, 19891 [From the Jersey Journal] What impresses me the most is the feeling Perfect Season: Jersey City 1989 New Jersey All State High school bas­ and care for you. The upperclassmen look EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.-Jersey City St. ketball team. out for you,"-Morris Cuadra '90. Anthony High capped a 32-0 season Sunday In addition to the leadership we must give "It's exciting! I've learned to program a with one of its most difficult victories, 62-55 credit and our thanks to the following teen­ computer to do everything but dance."­ against Elizabeth in the championship game age members of the team: John Randall '88. of the first state Tournament of Champi­ Bob Hurley, Jr., premier guard in New "Here at St. Anthony's we are given the ons. Jersey. He has won a scholarship to Duke freedom to become responsible and inde­ The Friars defended the top spot in the University; pendent young people ... "-Yesenia Ro­ USA Today Super 25 they have held all Jerry Walker, one of the top power for­ driguez '90. season. Their 56th consecutive victory se­ wards in the country. We will be attending "St. Anthony's is a special place to me. cured that spot. Seton Hall; Knowing that students appreciate what you Terry Dehere-Developed into a top-notch do for them makes me feel very good about [From the New York Times, March 201 guard in his senior season, his first as a teaching."-Francis Kochanski. starter. He also is bound for Seton Hall; St. Anthony High School is open to all quali­ ST. ANTHONY TAKES TITLE TO END AT 32-0 Jose Ortiz-Moved to Jersey City from fied students regardless of race, religion, EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ, March 19.-St. An­ native Puerto Rico in off season. handicap, or ethnic origin. thony High School of Jersey City, with one Rodrick Rhodes-Called the best ninth Students are described by Sr. Mary Angel­ of the smallest enrollments in New Jersey, grader in the country; ica; ended a superb season and made state bas­ Sean Rooney-Missed most of the season since suffering a severe ligament injury Friar effort is untiring, spirit is un­ ketball history today with a 62-55 victory matched, SAHS students are super. over Elizabeth in the first Tournament of may be used only for innovative re­ the task force on SDI of the House Democrat­ the Pentagon, contend that DOD needs to search projects in fundamental science and ic Caucus, and we all supported research. The maintain greater funding stability for its technology; and 25 members of the task force, who included technology base programs. This is especially <2> may not be obligated for any demon­ staunch conservatives such as the late Bill true for the early stages of research activi­ stration/validation project. Chappell, concluded: ties. DOD's research and exploratory devel­ opment programs have suffered since the We believe that strategic defense research establishment of SDI. Over the last six A TRIBUTE TO THE DRAMA must continue at a reasonable and stable fiscal years <1984-89), DOD has been the DESK pace. We must make sure that we under­ only major Federal R&D sponsor to experi­ stand the technology at least as well as the ence a funding decline, in constant dollars, Soviets do, lest we be caught by a Soviet for basic research. A continuation of these HON. BILL GREEN technological breakthrough. • • • Research trends could jeopardize a pillar of U.S. de­ should concentrate on new technologies OF NEW YORK that might have long-term potential of de­ fense strategy. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fending our country against Soviet nuclear Our Research and Development Subcom­ Wednesday, May 31, 1989 weapons.• • • mittee received similar testimony this year. I Mr. GREEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib­ Mr. Speaker, exploration of new break­ understand that a 1987 report by DOD's De­ through technologies is what the IST Program fense Science Board also came to similar ute to the Drama Desk, which is celebrating of SDI is all about. The most recent report to conclusions. its 40th anniversary this year. An impartial Congress in March 1989, by former SDI Direc­ The modest bill I am introducing today will group of critics, reporters, and editors, they tor James A. Abrahamson (Lt. Gen., USAF), not solve this big problem. All the bill does is have been an integral part of the theater said: protect the IST Program at the same level as scene in New York for these past four dec­ ades. As the Representative of the congres­ The IST Program is that part of the tech­ fiscal 1988-$106 million. This funding level nology base effort that encourages prompt represents about 4 percent of the total DOD sional district in which most of the Broadway exploration of new initiatives. As such its research budget that I am proposing for SDI and many of the off-Broadway theaters are lo­ goal is to exploit innovative technologies this year-$2,844.5 million for DOD RDT&E cated, it is my privilege to cite this group for seeking "breakthroughs or quantum leaps" out of a total $3.1 billion SDI budget. This is a its shining contribution to the luster of the that would improve the capability of an SDI reasonable level for basic research. Great White Way. to perform its specific assigned functions. The bill also specifies that the IST office The Drama Desk is unique in that it is the • • • Basic research results gathered under lone major theater organization that presents this program are structured to expand the shall use these funds only for basic research forefront of science and technology, with ul­ in fundamental science and technology, and awards in multiple categories, regardless of timate transfer of such results to tasks in not for any demonstration/validation project. whether the productions originate on or off other SDI Program elements. This merely confirms current SDI organization Broadway. This enlightened attitude no doubt In other words, the IST Program is the kind policy and is consistent with the goals of the contributed to the surge in the quality and of basic science that is supposed to keep the IST Program. Finally, the bill specifies that the popularity of off-Broadway activity during the United States on the cutting edge of technolo­ funds shall be in addition to those under the seminal decade of the 1950's. The establish­ gy, ahead of potential enemies. This kind of Small Business Innovation Research [SBIR] ment in 1955 of the Vernon Rice Awards, by revolutionary technology may be the only way Program, which exists under a separate law the New York Post critic who was then presi­ that SDI can ever work. The IST Program but is administered by the IST Program. This dent of the Drama Desk, was a major step in draws on the talents of our best universities, also is consistent with current SDIO policy. educating the public about the burgeoning off­ government laboratories, entrepreneurial small I hope this bill will receive bipartisan support Broadway scene. The Rice Awards were businesses, and large industries. General as one small step toward protecting our vital eventually absorbed into the Drama Desk Abrahamson's report includes an impressive defense technology base, and regaining our Awards. list of accomplishments under the IST Pro­ economy's competitive edge. I attach the text Now, under the able leadership of President gram, as well as a long list of ambitious goals of the bill: Leida Snow, also a critic for WINS, one of for the future. H.R.-2515 New York's foremost radio stations, the Unfortunately, the IST Program last year ap­ A bill to protect the defense technology Drama Desk holds its annual awards ceremo­ parently did not receive its fair share within base by providing for stable funding for ny this week. I know my colleagues join me in the SDI program. From fiscal 1986-88, the the Innovative Science and Technology saluting the Drama Desk, and congratulating IST Program received a steady 3 percent of Program of the strategic defense initiative the actors, producers, directors, and designers the SDI budget for DOD RDT&E. The IST Pro­ for fiscal years 1990 and 1991. they will honor tonight with some of the thea­ gram received $76 million, $101 million and Be it enacted by the Senate and House of ter community's most coveted awards. The $106 million in fiscal years 1986, 1987, and Representatives of the United States of Drama Desk can take a duly deserved bow. 1988 respectively. America in Congress assembled, But in fiscal year 1989, during a year when SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. the overall SDI budget went up by 2 percent, This Act may be cited as the "SDI Re­ LYME DISEASE: ON THE RISE the IST Program was cut by the SDI organiza­ search and Innovative Technology Act of tion by about one-third to only $76 million, 1989". HON. HAMILTON FISH, JR. SEC. 2. STRATEGIC DEFENSE INITIATIVE INNOVA· This left the IST budget at 2.1 percent of the . TIVE SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY OF NEW YORK SDI program. Apparently, there was no prob­ PROGRAMS. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lem with the IST Program, the SDIO just didn't (a) MINIMUM FUNDING FOR IST consider IST as important as development of PROJECTs.-Of the funds made available to Wednesday, May 31, 1989 particular weapons. the Department of Defense for research, de­ Mr. FISH. Mr. Speaker, the return of warm For fiscal 1990, I understand that the IST velopment, test, and evaluation for the De­ weather brings growing concern over Lyme Program is slated to receive only $80 million­ fense Agencies for fiscal years 1990 and disease, a bacterial disease transmitted pri­ which represents 1. 73 percent of the $4.6 bil­ 1991, not less than $110,000,000 of those funds for each such year shall be obligated marily by the bite of the deer tick. Lyme dis­ lion requested by President Bush for SDI for projects carried out by the Innovative ease has become a real health threat to the RDT&E. I fear that, if the $4.6 figure is re­ Science and Technology office of the Strate­ residents of the Hudson Valley of New York, duced by Congress, the IST budget might take gic Defense Initiative Organization, in addi· with the number of reported cases in West­ a disproportionate cut as happened last year. tion to funds for projects carried out by chester County alone growing eightfold last May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10463 year, and a significant rise in the incidence of which makes diagnosis difficult in the ab­ TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL the disease in Putnam, Dutchess, and Orange sence of a known tick bite or an obvious DRESSLER Counties. large red spot. Later stages of the disease The tick's preferred habitats are wooded are usually identified through a blood test. HON. JAMES J. FLORIO areas and adjacent grasslands. It is spread in WHAT TO DO IF YOU ARE BITTEN the wild by animals-deer, birds, mice, and ra­ OF NEW JERSEY coons-but domestic animals such as cats, If you are bitten by a tick, remove it im­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mediately with tweezers. Do not apply min­ dogs, and horses can also carry the ticks Wednesday, May 31, 1989 closer to home. eral oil, heat or anything else to the tick to facilitate removal as it will not help. Send Mr. FLORIO. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to In April, I testified before the House Appro­ the tick to your local health department for priations Committee regarding the spread of take this opportunity to salute Mr. Michael identification. If the tick is identified as a Dressler as New Jersey Rehabilitant of the Lyme disease and the need for immediate deer tick, you should consult with your funding for research and public awareness. doctor. Under some circumstances, such as Year. Many times I have had the pleasure of The Congress needs to provide funds for re­ during pregnancy, antibiotics may be recom­ working with Mike, seeing his spirit and deter­ searchers and public health officials who are mended even in the absence of symptoms. mination to overcome his physical handicap. on the frontlines against this disease. Otherwise, you should be alert for the early Now, I would like to take a few minutes to rec­ One such researcher, Dr. Durland Fish, a symptoms and seek prompt medical atten­ ognize his many accomplishments and contri­ research associate professor at New York tion if you suspect you might have Lyme butions to his community. Medical College, Valhalla, NY, heads the disease. Also, remember that you can be Michael Dressler was permanently crippled center for the study and treatment of Lyme bitten without your knowledge. If you live in a swimming accident when he was 17 years disease. The center has a Lyme disease treat­ in a tick-infested area or have neighbors old and was hospitalized with a broken neck ment help line: (914) 285-8866. Additional in­ who have had Lyme disease, you may be at for 1 % years after the accident. He was told formation can be obtained through county risk. If you experience any of the symptoms he would never walk again and was facing of Lyme disease described above, you should health departments-Dutchess County (914) major obstacles, but he was determined not to consult your doctor. 431-2024, Orange County (914) 294-7961, give up on life. He was released from the hos­ pital on a Friday and started college on the Putnam County (914) 225-2294, and West­ LYME DISEASE PREVENTION chester County (914) 285-5050. following Monday. Dr. Fish has prepared an excellent pam­ Research is being conducted to improve Michael had always wanted to be a lawyer phlet on Lyme disease which follows: methods for diagnosis and treatment. Scien­ and saw no reason why his handicap should LYME DISEASE tists are also trying to find ways to control force him to change his mind. After graduating the ticks and prevent the spread of Lyme Lyme disease is a new health threat to from Fairleigh Dickinson University, he went residents of the lower Hudson River valley. disease. But progress is expected to be slow on to earn a degree from Seton Hall Law because of the newness of both the disease It is transmitted by the bite of a small, School. While in law school, he was elected little-known tick species which has only re­ and the tick problem. In the meantime, it is to the Cresskill Town Council. He was also cently become abundant in this area. It is important for everyone who lives within the fire and police commissioner, as well as coun­ range of the deer tick to be acquainted with important to be aware of the symptoms of cil president. He was elected mayor of Cress­ Lyme disease and to know how to prevent it. this disease and to take precautions against tick bites. These include wearing light-col­ kill in 1983 and reelected in 1987. He also THE DEER TICK ored clothing, pulling socks over pant cuffs, served as counsel to the Bergen County The tick that causes Lyme disease is called spraying an insect repellent containing Board of Freeholders before joining the law the deer tick. The adult is about the size of "deet" on the outside of clothing, and firm of Waters, McPherson & McNeil in Se­ an appleseed and has a black head and making frequent body searches for the causcus, where he remains today. orange abdomen. The nymph is the size of a Hardworking and dedicated, Michael pinhead and is all black. It is the nymph small nymphal tick. that causes most cases of Lyme disease be­ Dressler is an exemplary role model for all cause it is difficult to see and, therefore, New Jersey citizens. He is living proof that de­ remove. A nymph can attach and feed on termination and an optimistic attitude can lead blood for several days without being noticed to a successful and fulfilling life despite any and can transmit the Lyme disease bacteria disability. in the process. The nymphal stage· is most JAMIE MORAN abundant during June and July, a time when human outdoor activities are at their LEGISLATION NEEDED TO peak. HON. RONALD K. MACHTLEY Adult ticks can also cause Lyme disease, CLOSE LOOPHOLE IN ICC JU­ but they are active in the late fall and early OF RHODE ISLAND RISDICTION OVER RAILROAD spring when fewer people are outside. They IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ACQUISITIONS are larger and easier to detect and remove before they can transmit Lyme disease. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 HON. JOHN D. DINGELL SYMPTOMS Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, it is my dis­ The initial symptoms of Lyme disease can tinct pleasure to congratulate Jamie Moran, of OF MICHIGAN be mild and easily overlooked. The first Cumberland, RI, this year's recipient of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES symptom is usually a large red spot at the First Annual Ronald K. Machtley Award for site of a tick bite. This spot can enlarge Wednesday May 31, 1989 Cumberland High School in Cumberland, RI. from the size of a half-dollar to several Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I am introducing This award is presented to the student, inches or even a foot across. The spot may legislation today that will close a loophole in occur anywhere on the body, even in incon­ chosen by Cumberland High School, who the Interstate Commerce Act by extending the spicuous places such as the armpit, groin or demonstrates a mature blend of academic jurisdiction of the Interstate Commerce Com­ scalp. Often, flu-like symptoms are experi­ achievement, community involvement, and enced, but they may not seem serious mission [ICC] to include approval of the acqui­ enough to seek medical attention. leadership qualities. sition of major rail carriers by noncarriers that Lyme disease is readily treatable at this Jamie has clearly met this criteria. His extra­ are unaffiliated with any carrier. stage with antibiotics. Treatment at later curricular activities include being president of Joining me as cosponsors in this bipartisan stages may not be totally effective. Among the student government, a class officer for the effort are several of my colleagues on the the more severe symptoms which may occur last 2 years, and a member of the football Energy and Commerce Committee-the distin­ months or years later are severe headache, team. He has also been active in the commu­ guished chairman of the Subcommittee on facial paralysis, heart problems, chronic fa­ tigue and arthritis. It is, obviously, better nity as a member of Students Against Drunk Transportation and Hazardous Materials, Mr. for Lyme disease to be diagnosed and treat­ Driving. THOMAS A. LUKEN, the ranking Republican ed early. However, blood tests may not be I commend Jamie for his achievements and members of the committee and subcommittee, reliable in the early stages of the disease, wish him all the best in his future endeavors. Mr. LENT and Mr. WHITAKER, the gentleman 10464 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 from Ohio, Mr. ECKART, and the gentleman Unfortunately, as matters now stand, neither earner, have been working at $3.35 for over 8 from Iowa, Mr. TAUKE. the ICC nor any other Federal agency has the years. The purchasing power of this wage This legislation stems from an examination power effectively to protect the Federal Gov­ floor has dropped dramatically, and today only by our committee of the recent efforts by a ernment's financial interest in a legally en­ buys $2.46 worth of goods and services. New York-based investment group to acquire forceable manner or perhaps even to address The President should, without hesitation, control of CNW Corp. and its railroad subsidi­ the question of whether an acquisition would sign the bill which large majorities in each aries. Under that group's proposal, for which a adversely affect the Government's stake. Nor House of Congress has sent to him. Over 80 tender offer is now outstanding, the railroads is the ICC empowered to determine whether percent of the American public favors this would be highly leveraged to finance the ac­ the financial and operating plans of an acquir­ measure. It is a matter of simple economic quisition. Our resulting concern for the future ing noncarrier-to the extent such plans may justice. Yet, Mr. Bush has decided to veto this of rail transportation in the regions served by exist-reflect the appropriate degree of broadly supported measure, supposedly based thought and good business judgment from the those carriers prompted our inquiry. We found upon three assumptions: He should not take standpoint of the public interest in continued that the ICC has no jurisdiction to review the our bill, because he has already compromised acquisition of rail carriers by noncarriers and viable rail service. The bill we introduce today will fill this gap enough; our bill will result in job losses; and that, accordingly, no public interest review of only his version of the subminimum wage will this or any other such transaction would by providing the ICC with explicit jurisdiction to review and approve acquisitions of class I rail help workers with minimal skills. occur. A quick analysis of each point reveals the Thus, while our legislation would be effec­ carriers by noncarriers that do not control and are not controlled by other carriers. We have speciousness of these arguments, and dis­ tive as of tomorrow and would therefore cover closes the real reasons the President is killing the CNW case, it is not aimed solely or specif­ focused on such unconnected noncarriers be­ cause we do not intend to affect corporate the minimum wage increase. ically at CNW or this investor group. Indeed, restructurings by existing railroads that may be The President has not compromised. We my colleagues and I have written to the inves­ accomplished through the creation of a new have already come more than half way, from tor group today to thank them for their coop­ entity that prior to a transfer may not yet tech­ our original increase of $5.05 last year, to the eration with the committee's inquiry and to nically be a carrier. $4.55 in 3 years in our proposal. The Presi­ disclaim any expression of opinion as to the Because the transactions covered by this dent has not budged from his offer of $4.25. merits of their proposal. We do have serious bill do not involve the complex antitrust and In addition, Congress has extended compro­ public policy concerns, however, about the ab­ competitive questions that typically arise in rail mise with the inclusion of a genuine training sence of any clear-cut jurisdiction in the ICC mergers, we have proposed a substantially wage, which requires real on the job training, to review and approve acquisitions of major shortened time frame for ICC action. Proceed­ with a 60-day limit, for people with little or no rail carriers by noncarriers with an eye toward ings would be completed within 90 days after the public interest. prior work experience. The President's 6 notice is published in the Federal Register. month, open-ended subminimum, would Ironically, if a noncarrier seeks to purchase Our legislation also gives the ICC power to a mere 5 miles of track from a railroad, that create a revolving door for over half of those impose conditions on the transaction, includ­ working at minimum wage today, trapping transaction under current law is subject to ICC ing the subordination of new debt created as them, from one job to another, at $3.35 for jurisdiction. By contrast, efforts of the same part of the proposed acquisition to any preex­ the next 2 years, and only $3.40 in 1992! noncarrier to acquire control of the holding isting debt owed to the Federal Government The President claims he is saving jobs by company are today subject to no regulatory sufficient to provide protection to the Govern­ review at all. As a result, shippers, commut­ ment's financial interests. not signing our bill. This stems from the erro­ ers, employees, States, communities, and the It is our belief that by placing all parties on neous belief that increasing the minimum Congress itself are left wholly without the notice today that we intend to close this juris­ wage results in job losses. Historical evidence guidance of an expert agency as they attempt dictional loophole in the law by providing a rel­ proves this absolutely wrong. Each time the to assess what such transactions could mean atively short time for ICC action, we will not minimum wage has increased, employment for the future of rail service in an affected affect any party's pending plans or proposals has grown, except in two recession years region. in a manner that would be fatal. We know of when unemployment resulted from other While some might suggest that railroads transactions in the past where a buyer's fi­ market causes. should not be treated differently in a case nancing has been available for considerably Also, the disemployment effect has not ma­ such as this from any other industry, this argu­ longer periods than that envisioned by this bill. terialized in those States where the minimum ment ignores a fundamental fact about the Thus, if a proposal can meet the public inter­ wage has already been increased above the Federal Government's relationship to the rail est test set forth in the legislation, the require­ federally mandated level. system in the past two decades. The ICC ment for ICC review should pose no insupera­ The reason Mr. Bush will likely veto this leg­ summarized this point well in a May 15, 1989, ble obstacle to consummation. islation has nothing to do with the inaccurate letter to Senator ExoN: I want to thank my colleagues for their dili­ arguments he uses. He wants to veto the min­ In the past, loss of service on necessary gent attention to this issue and to the spirit of imum wage bill to show certain of his support­ properties tion is that we as a Nation ascribe to the OF OREGON We meet today to honor those same point of view. I do not think that this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Who served our nation well, is the situation in rural areas, the South, Who marched and fought beneath the flag West, or Midwest. I consider myself to be a Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Of freedom's citadel. relatively conservative, essentially rural ori­ Mr. WYDEN. Mr. Speaker, both the adminis­ They faced the foe at Bunker Hill ented individual, although not a "flaming tration and this Congress can take credit for As musket balls whined past; right-winger." I hold a Ph.D. in Economics denying the Palestinian Liberation Organiza­ Aboard "Old Ironsides," at sea, from the University of Kentucky and am an They felt the cannons' blast. Associate Professor at Murray State Univer­ tion membership in the World Health Organi- sity. . zation. Had the PLO obtained backdoor ad­ At Monterrey, in Mexico, They fought from door to door, I certainly wish I could offer some solu­ mission to the United Nations by joining the And those who stood at Gettysburg tion to the problems facing our cities. WHO, this would have immensely complicated Are famed forevermore. Today, the heavy reliance on drugs as a efforts to achieve a negotiated peace in the means of escape has opened an incredibly The sailors at Manila Bay, profitable, albeit illegal market. The Metz­ Middle East. And men at San Juan Hill, enbaum/Stark bills will have little effect on I commend Secretary of State Baker for re­ Brought independence to both lands curtailing the violence associated with this alizing the seriousness of the PLO's member­ By courage and good will. activity. If law enforcement agencies cur­ ship request, and threatening to cut off all At San Mihiel and Meuse-Argonne rently are unable to heavily impact the traf­ U.S. aid to the WHO. And I commend those in Our soldiers lived and died fic in illegal drugs and other contraband, it Beneath the bursting shot and shell, would seem reasonable to me that these this Congress who worked behind the scenes Until they turned the tide. agencies would likewise have little impact to send the message that no further contribu­ They joined again in World War Two on the use and importation of illegal weap­ tions to WHO would be forthcoming if the PLO to fight on land and sea- ons. If one seriously believes that additional joined that organization. While airmen soared across the sky­ national gun control measures would reduce Confronting tyranny. the crime rate, I would have to ask the ques­ Ironically, international politics should be far tion why Washington, D.C., a city with one from the concern of the WHO, which has Though weary from the wounds of war, of the toughest gun control statutes in the done so much good over the years in safe­ Korea called once more, country, has been labeled the murder cap­ And there-at Seoul and Pork Chop Hill­ guarding the health of so many people. The They battled as before. ital of the Nation. The underlying causes of legitimate agenda for the WHO should be crime and violence will have to be addressed Those heroes yet were called again before we will see any measurable reduction. AIDS, malaria, chemical warfare and other To serve in Vietnam, I simply cannot believe that an individual threats to world health. But the WHO, a tech­ And there they fought for liberty, who would use a gun in some illegal activity nical support organization of the United Na­ For God, and Uncle Sam. would consider himself bound to own or ac­ tions, cannot become involved in the complex Here, on this special holiday quire that gun in a legal fashion. While sta­ politics of the Middle East without completely In memory of them, tistics many times serve only the purpose of undermining its efficacy. We, too, vow freedom shall not die­ the statistician, one needs only to look our And that's their requiem. rural South and Midwest, both regions with By accepting the application of the PLO for DAVID COLE, high firearms per capita counts, and look at membership, this U.N. agency would have ef­ Bryn Mawr, PA. the crime rate in these same regions. fectively recognized Palestine as a state. Al­ I have no response to situations where vio­ though the United States currently conducts lence occurs for no seemingly apparent ARMS CONTROL FUROR reason. If an individual becomes deranged negotiations with the PLO, we reject the OBSCURES GERMAN ISSUES enough to commit these horrendous acts, PLO's claim that it constitutes a state. Admis­ my inclination is that this same individual sion to the WHO would have advanced the will probably find some means, legal or oth­ PLO's claims to statehood in a reprehensible HON. BOB TRAXLER erwise, to complete his crime. manner. OF MICHIGAN As is obvious, I am opposed to additional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gun control measures, for two reasons. As a By using the WHO to push for illegitimate sportsman and hunter, I do not have suffi­ political gains, the PLO bears responsibility for Wednesday, May 31, 1989 cient faith in our law enforcement agencies politicizing a truly essential U.N. agency devot­ Mr. TRAXLER. Mr. Speaker, I am taking this to believe that guidelines can be written to ed to improving the health of the world's peo­ opportunity to call the attention of my col­ adequately define which firearms would be ples. Such politicization can only divide and considered sporting arms and which would leagues to Mr. David Grass's recent newspa­ not. Secondly, if a comprehensive law were discredit and international organization that per column on the real issues surrounding cur­ written, I am certain that it would be large­ has so much important nonpolitical work to rent United States-West German relations. Mr. ly ignored do. Gress, who is a senior research fellow at the 10468 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 Hoover Institution, stresses the growing impor­ in the 1980s has disappeared. In its place we Mrs. McHugh has been selected as a recipi­ tance of West Germany's position in the Euro­ have a near-total consensus that West Ger­ ent of one of the first ILGWU Silver Needle pean Community and the global economy. I many can, should and will use its economic Awards, presented at the union's 40th con­ feel that the following article will benefit all and political power to promote liberalization and pluralism in Central Europe. vention in Hollywood, FL, on the 5th of June. those attempting to go beyond the current de­ The final, and most remarkable, implica­ The Silver Needle Awards were established bates over West Germany's proper role in tion of Bonn's growing power is that it is to recognize the outstanding contributions and NATO, and wishing to begin examining an welcomed, not feared, by West Germany's lifelong dedication of retirees to the union and equally important question of what West Ger­ European neighbors, both East and West. to the community. Mrs. McHugh was selected many's proper role is as a worldwide econom­ This fact alone should encourage West as one of seven recipients by the General Ex­ ic player. The future of relations between German leaders and elites to be more ecutive Board on Retiree Services. Over 70 Bonn, Washington, and Moscow may in many honest about their interests. It also should nominations were received from individual re­ ways depend upon the political atmosphere encourage the United States to stop playing tirees and retiree clubs nationwide and in we help create in West Germany. Because of catch-up with European opinion about West Germany's role or about East-West rela­ Canada. the importance of these matters, I urge all of tions. Washington has every reason to take A resident of Pittston Township, PA, Mrs. my colleagues to take the time to review Mr. the lead in encouraging West Germany to McHugh has been actively involved in ILGWU Gress' article: take full responsibility fot its actions as a affairs for most of her life. She is president of ARMS CONTROL FuROR OBSCURES GERMAN great power. That way, the Germans will Local 295 of Pittston, known locally as "Mae's ISSUES face the risks, rather than merely enjoying Raiders". She is also president statewide of (By David Gress) the gains, of their detente policies. the ILGWU's Pennsylvania State council of re­ The Atlantic Alliance is embroiled in the The same goes for the U.S. position on German reunification. The West German tirees, representing 13 towns and several latest of many disputes about nuclear weap­ other small clubs. ons and arms control. This dispute unfortu­ government decided in the mid-1960s that the West had no chance of forcing a with­ Retirees of the International Ladies' Gar­ nately has obscured what, from the U.S. ment Workers' Union have always maintained perspective, is the real argument with West drawal of communist power from East Ger­ Germany. many. For the past 25 years, the question of a special relationship with their union. I know This argument is not about technical reunification has vanished completely from my colleagues will join me in honoring Mae questions of defense and arms control. The the U.S. policy agenda, though not from McHugh and her fellow retirees, who have persistent disagreements in this area are West Germany's. Forward-looking Germans given so much to their union and to their com­ merely symptoms of far more profound di­ speak now in terms of association or federa­ munities. vergences of perceived interest. The real ar­ tion of the two Germanys, not reunification, gument with West Germany is about the but the goal is the same: national self-deter­ mination. Washington has much to gain, implications of its re-emergence as a great RECORD COCAINE SEIZURE European power, about Bonn's long-term and nothing to lose, by publicly stating its policies in Eastern full moral and political support for Bonn's Europe, about German reunification and endeavors to achieve this goal. HON. BOB LIVINGSTON about the role and aims of the Soviet Union Bonn's national self-assertion is not free in the Gorbachev era. of illusions, though those illusions would OF LOUISIANA If we do not bring these questions into the carry much less danger for the West as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES whole if both we and the Germans were open, but rather force the Germans into Wednesday, May 31, 1989 agreeing to positions they no longer believe more honest about where our national in­ in, we are not merely storing up resentment terests coincide and where they diverge. On Mr. LIVINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, the U.S. for the future; we are jeopardizing the modernizing Central Europe and on Customs Service announced last week the future of Western security itself. German self-determination, they clearly co­ seizure of a record 5, 175 pounds of cocaine The debate is urgent because a revolution incide. On wholesale aid to the Gorbachev entering the Port of New Orleans earlier this is occurring in German and European elite regime, perhaps they do not. I say perhaps opinion about East-West relations, the di­ because I think that honest West German year. The street value of this cocaine is esti­ mensions of which are hardly realized on appraisal of its great-power interests leads mated at half a billion dollars, and is the larg­ this side of the Atlantic. Virtually without to the conclusion that lowering one's guard est ever in the five-State south central region. exception, Europeans believe that the Cold while helping to revitalize a still-powerful I would like to commend J. Robert Grimes, War-and with it, the Soviet military Soviet empire is a dangerous policy. As long regional commissioner of the Customs Serv­ threat-is over. Furthermore, they believe as we allow the Germans to conceal their ice, for a job well done. The Customs Service, that Western Europe can and should take a power policies in a moralistic cocoon, howev­ FBI, and New Orleans Police Department de­ leading role in overcoming the division of er, no German will be forced to make such Europe, and that it is far better qualified an honest appraisal. serve our gratitude for their excellent work. politically and morally to do so than the Russia entered the arena of European This is the third major drug bust in the New United States. So far, the Bush administra­ power policies in the 18th century as Prus­ Orleans area within the past 9 months, and it tion has done nothing to disprove that sia's enemy. Ever since then, the German sends a message to drug traffickers every­ belief. eagle and the Russian bear have contested where: The war against drugs is on, and we What is happening on the threshold of the political and cultural hegemony in Cen­ intend to win. the 1990s is that West Germany, for long tral Europe. After almost half a century of Congratulations to all those involved with Europe's economic superpower, is becoming abnormal conditions, the old struggle is a this successful effort: its political superpower as well. This devel­ re-emerging in what one hopes is a peaceful opment has three epoch-making implica­ form. It cannot fail to have intimate impli­ RECORD COCAINE SEIZURE AT PORT OF NEW tions. First, even almost two full genera­ cations for American foreign policy and ORLEANS ANNOUNCED AS NATIONAL GUARD tions after World War II, Germans remain America's own shaky status as a great JOINS THE ANTIDRUG EFFORT remarkably unwilling to acknowledge their power. It is high time we started talking The U.S. Customs Service announced status openly. This means that they still about it. today the seizure of a record 5,175 pounds feel obliged to describe their international of cocaine following several months of in­ political goal of expanding West German vestigation of containerized cargo entering power and influence in Central Europe in MAE McHUGH HONORED the Port of New Orleans. Federal officials moralistic terms as an altruistic peace policy estimate the street value at half a billion that in no way reflects crude national and dollars. The seizure is the largest in the material interests. These pretenses cause HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI five-state South Central Region and one of far more harm than good. They oblige the OF PENNSYLVANIA record proportion across the country. While West Germans to pretend to be everybody's the newly created National Guard Program friend at all times, thereby leading Wash­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES had not been initiated when this shipment ington, as we have seen into entirely unreal­ Wednesday, May 31, 1989 was discovered, officials are optimistic re­ istic assumptions about what security poli­ garding future interdiction efforts resulting cies Bonn will accept. Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today from this program. The second effect of West Germany's new to pay tribute to Mae McHugh, retired member The announcement was made today by of­ status is that the left-right split on security of the International Ladies' Garment Workers' ficials of the U.S. Customs Service and the and foreign policy that divided the country Union. Drug Enforcement Administration as they May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10469 outlined events leading up to and following tions of high risk containers or those arriv­ interests and jobs are protected and the play­ the seizure. ing from narcotics source countries or tran­ ing field remains level. Regional Commissioner J. Robert Grimes sit countries. The National Guard's assist­ in commenting on the seizure states that it ance will enable us to maintain a sustained is the third major drug interdiction in the interdictory effort." Under the program CHANGES IN THE WARSAW New Orleans area within the past nine guardsmen will be working under the super­ PACT NATIONS: IMPLICATIONS months. Grimes emphasized that seizures of vision of Customs Inspectors. FOR NATO IN ITS 40TH ANNI­ this nature represent increased effective­ ness in the area of cargo examination, and VERSARY YEAR lauded the extra effort put forth by Cus­ EC-92-NEW FRONTIER OF toms Enforcement Teams. Grimes further GLOBAL TRADE HON. DOUG BEREUTER stated that each seizure has been record OF NEBRASKA breaking in volume, strengthening Customs determination for continued vigilance over HON. AMO HOUGHTON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this aspect of the drug smuggling problem. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 The investigation began in mid-January OF NEW YORK when Customs Inspectors targeted a ship­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, as the United States and our NA TO allies focus our atten­ ment of barbed wire for intensive inspection Wednesday, May 31, 1989 based on review of cargo entry documents. tion on political and military changes in the The barbed wire was entering the country Mr. HOUGHTON. Mr. Speaker, a new buzz­ Warsaw Pact and the implications these in two forty-foot containers. Following the word-EC-92-has sprung up in our vocabu­ changes have for the direction of alliance arrival of the carrying vessel in January, lary. EC-92, refers to the plans of the Europe­ policy, I think it is altogether understandable and with completion of the necessary bro­ an Community to eliminate barriers for the and even helpful if we do so in the context of ker's entry, Customs requested presentation completion of the EC-wide internal market by a retrospective examination and celebration of of the first container for inspection in early February. The second container was held 1992. This new frontier of global trade prom­ NATO's 40th anniversary, we have every without release pending clearance of the ises to have major effects on U.S. industry. cause to take justifiable pride in the achieve­ first. United States exports to the EC amount to ments of the North Atlantic Alliance that Examination of the wire shipment began $80 billion and intra-EC sales of United States stretches from Turkey to North America. with searching through the wire and drill­ firms in Europe total $550 million annually. The victors and the vanquished among our ing of the supporting pallets; neither re­ The policies and agreements that develop 16 nations from a war that brought unparal­ vealed any irregularities. Moving to the within the EC market therefore, has an impor­ leled destruction to the population of this structure of the container, a cursory exami­ tant bearing on the interests of the rest of the globe have built strong ties of friendship, eco­ nation of the walls, floor and roof produced no contraband. Inspectors did observe fresh world. nomic cooperation and growth, and mutual caulking and "unstable support blocks" at While a strong and dynamic deregulated defense. It is no small achievement that the nose of the container. Drilling in this market is good for trade, neither the U.S. Gov­ Europe has now achieved its longest continu­ area indicated the existence of a hidden ernment nor U.S. business can afford to be ous period of peace since the beginning of compartment. A white powder, which tested sloppy and let their guard down. As they do to time. positive as cocaine, appeared on the drill bit. us we have a responsibility to keep the Euro­ This defense alliance we have built has When this examination process was made peans honest by insisting that the EC not in­ made possible the further and general flower­ on the second container, it produced the crease protection or enact discriminatory poli­ ing among our nations and peoples the bene­ same results, with only the size, shape and markings of the cocaine bricks as a differ­ cies under the guise of 1992. fits of democracy, intellectual liberalism, per­ ence in the two shipments. The Subcommittee on International Eco­ sonal freedoms, human rights, and economic The cocaine was removed from both con­ nomic Policy and Trade has conducted a achievement that are the envy and hope of tainers, replaced with a counterfeit ship­ series of meetings and hearings on the Euro­ the whole world. ment using sand for equal weight, and the pean Community's plan to integrate its econo­ Our now increasingly cohesive base of hidden compartment resealed. A constant my by 1992. These hearings were timely, thor­ common values binds Canada, the United surveillance was established on the contain­ ough, right on target. We looked at potential States and our 14 European allies far closer ers. They were then transported from New barriers to trade, discussed these concerns together and is far more important than Gor­ Orleans, Louisiana, to Florida by a trucking firm hired by the consignee and placed in a with the administration and business commu­ bachev's concept of a "common European storage yard. nity and examined the potential impact on house," a concept which is so obviously The suspects subsequently took possession U.S. trade interests. The end product is the meant not just to build trust about the Soviets of one of the two containers and moved it to report before us today. in Western Europe, but to decouple European a warehouse storage location in South Flori­ I support the findings of the report. Without NATO from its allies in North America. da. Additional surveillance was initiated at question EC-92 is a top trading issue facing By the rapidly accelerating events of the that site. From March 31, 1989, through the United States. We stand to gain a great last several years, and especially in recent April 26, 1989, surveillance continued with­ deal if we are careful. Fewer barriers mean months, it is clear that the West has won the out any overt sign of activity by the sus­ pects. On April 26, 1989, it was discovered more effective trade. But as the report points ideological war. As an economic and govern­ that unknown persons, had surreptitiously out, the administration will need a more ag­ ance system, communism in the eastern entered the warehouse location and pene­ gressive strategy and additional personnel to reaches of Europe and elsewhere is recog­ trated the top of the container. It was ap­ ensure that sensitive, important sectors of nized, even by its leaders, as the failure it is. parent these individuals removed and exam­ U.S. industry are not harmed. In fact, some of In different ways, and certainly at a different ined a part of the counterfeit load of co­ the EC-92 directives are already hurting us, pace, the nations of Eastern Europe reach out caine. and will continue to hurt U.S. trade interests for the economic, business, and technological Attempts to continue the controlled deliv­ unless modified. I suggest a proactive stance elements in our Western societies that also, ery were ceased and the containers were re­ turned to New Orleans, Louisiana, and in our approach toward EC-92. fortunately, require the openness, freedom of placed in seizure on April 29, 1989. The in­ Public and private sector cooperation is also information, individual choice, and human vestigation is continuing by the U.S. Cus­ at the core to strategic planning for EC-92. rights that underpin our free economies. We toms Service and the Drug Enforcement Ad­ It's a big test of future codevelopment. EC-92 should help them reach such goals when it is ministration. is a high-stakes game for business-it could clearly in the interest of our alliance of democ­ The New Orleans Police Department and mean boom or bust if we don't keep a watch­ racies-but only when it is. We need a Federal Bureau of Investigation also assist­ ful eye on the European directives such as common strategy upon which to make such ed the Customs Service in the investigation. national treatment, standardization, local con­ judgments. At the same time, Grimes also announced that the National Guard is assisting the tent, and rule of origin. This could mean bil­ In the area of security and arms control, we Customs Service in conducting cargo exami­ lions of dollars in lost U.S. export opportuni­ also find our potenital foes coming to our po­ nations throughout the South Central ties and diminished U.S. employment levels. sitions through Mr. Gorbachev's widely hailed Region. He said, "The Customs Service will Let's stay on top of this new frontier. I am initiatives. As Arthur Hartman, former U.S. Am­ be able to increase the number of inspec- very optimistic, but let's ensure that American bassador to the U.S.S.R. commented recently: 10470 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 We are permitting, nearly unchallenged, SILVER CREEK BAPTIST PERU'S COCA ERADICATION Mr. Gorbachev to control the pace and CHURCH CELEBRATES 120TH CAMPAIGN MUST CONTINUE IN timing of events not by offering real initia­ ANNIVERSARY SPITE OF TRAGIC PLANE tives, but by concessions to, and acceptance CRASH of, Western arms control initiatives. The stark economic reality facing the HON. LEWIS F. PAYNE, JR. HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN U.S.S.R. and its allies requires sharp cutbacks OF VIRGINIA OF NEW YORK in military expenditures and a reorientation of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their productive capacities. If we fail to recog­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nize that, we permit them to be applauded Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Wednesday, May 31, 1989 unduly by the news media and our constitu­ Mr. PAYNE of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, on Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to offer my ents only for making a virtue of necessity. Sunday, May 21, Silver Creek Baptist Church, sympathy to the families of those who were Mr. President, with respect to the current the second oldest black church in Pittsylvania aboard the State Department's Cesna aircraft arms control controversy that faces our alli­ County, VA, observed it 120th anniversary. which went down in the jungles of Peru on ance, the problem of short range nuclear This is a church rich in heritage and reflec­ May 20. Six Americans and three Peruvians weapons, these basic questions occur: What tive of much that has happened in all those died in that crash. The American victims were do we do? Where do we go? When? And years since its beginning in 1869. a Drug Enforcement Administration agent and while to our constituents these questions do five State Department contract employees. at times appear esoteric and arcane-the Worshipers who joined in the celebration Among the three Peruvians lost was the head terms of the dismal science of arms control­ were reminded that they are a part of a histo­ of Peru's coca eradication program. American they must appear like a foreign language to ry that mirrors what America has become and investigation teams visited the site to deter­ the common man-deterrence, flexible re­ how vital religious emphasis has been in the mine if there is any evidence of sabotage. sponse, modernization, and singularity. All lives of those who have been a part of this Regardless of the cause of the crash, these are part of the language which we have congregation. Peru's effort to eradicate its huge coca crop learned to speak. But despite this appearance The pastor of this fine congregation is the must continue. I am a strong supporter of U.S. of complexity, in many ways the basic ques­ Reverend Elijah Niblett, who continues to demand reduction programs and believe that tions surrounding these issues are quite carry on in the tradition of those who preced­ education, prevention, and treatment are es­ simple. We have an important decision before ed him-proclaiming the Gospel and serving sential elements of the war against drugs. us and in making it we must carefully weigh the community in which the church is situated. Nonetheless, we must continue to work to the security of nations; the freedom of our reduce the supply of illicit drugs pouring One is reminded of the truth that a church, peoples; and the hope, health and well being across our borders. The most cost efficient a hospital or any other institutional building is of our citizens, our friends, our families, and and practical means of supply reduction is only bricks and mortar, but it is the spirit of our children. This is no small task and no drug crop eradication with a safe, effective those who serve there which makes it a force slight burden of responsibility. aerial herbicide. Peru is currently testing such The classic European stereotype of an in the lives of others. Silver Creek Baptist a product. It is my hope that these tests will American is a person of impetuosity, lacking Church has met their test and we extend our soon be successfully completed and Peru can predictability. Because of this, it comes as a congratulations on this milestone in their his­ move forward with large scale aerial eradica­ surprise to many of us in America that we are tory. tion. Mr. Speaker, sometimes we forget the cour­ now being criticized for being overly cautious, age of the thousands of brave Americans, and too deliberate. There is a certain irony in men and women, who serve this Nation that it is America-the same America that abroad. They face numerous hazards and Europe has viewed as impetious, unpredict­ hardships in their foreign posts. These days, able, and at times irresponsible, it is this because of threats of terrorism, even those America's leadership which is preaching cau­ ELLEN O'CONNELL who serve in diplomatic capacities are faced tion, patience, and appropriate deliberateness with constant danger. Nonetheless, they in our dealings with the Soviet Union. It hardly HON. RONALD K. MACHTLEY pursue their missions with enthusiasm and seems fair for Europe to now criticize us for perserverance. practicing the virtues it has so long applaud­ OF RHODE ISLAND American officials from the DEA and the ed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES State Department stationed in drug producing Nevertheless, permit this American to sug­ Wednesday, May 31, 1989 and transiting nations spend every day on the gest that we must watch for, and insist that, front lines of our struggle with narcotics. They rhetoric becomes reality-that promised arms Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, it is my dis­ are fighting for the very heart and soul of our and troop reductions are indeed implemented. tinct pleasure to congratulate Ellen O'Connell, Nation. The men lost in Peru are casualties in We must not be inflexible, unresponsive, or of Smithfield, RI, this year's recipient of the our war against drugs. The best tribute we can unimaginative, but neither should we be pre­ First Annual Ronald K. Machtley Award for pay to them is to win this war and end the epi­ mature or naive in our judgments and actions. Smithfield Senior High School in Esmond, RI. demic of death and despair which drugs have In short, on our 40th anniversary, we can This award is presented to the student, unleashed upon our Nation. take great satisfaction in the fact that we, the chosen by Smithfield Senior High School, who nations and people of the NA TO alliance, are demonstrates a mature blend of academic winning the battle for the hearts and minds of achievement, community involvement, and INTRODUCTION OF THE WASTE EXPORT CONTROL ACT the people of the Warsaw Pact nations, and leadership qualities. we can see real and promised opportunities to Ellen has clearly met this criteria by being a win a more peaceful continent and world. It is member of the Rhode Island Honor Society HON. HOWARD WOLPE not a time for timidity or cold war rigidities in and the National Honor Society. She has al­ OF MICHIGAN the West. As President George Bush has re­ ready received the Secretary of State Leader­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cently reminded us, "new East-West relation­ ship Award and the Daughters of the Ameri­ ships must be earned-they cannot just be Wednesday, May 31, 1989 can Revolution Good Citizenship Award. A declared or bestowed." If the NA TO nations Mr. WOLPE. Mr. Speaker, today I am, fail to recognize the strength of our economic, vice president of the student council, she has indeed, proud to join with Congressmen ideological, and arms control and security ad­ also received the Student Council Award for SYNAR, CONYERS, and PORTER-three Mem­ vantages that are unfolding, we will be snatch­ here dedication. bers who have been outspoken about Ameri­ ing defeat out of the jaws of victory. That I commend Ellen for her achievements and ca's vital leadership role in protecting the must not happen. wish her all the best in her future endeavors. global environment-to introduce a bill to May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10471 place more stringent controls on our hazard­ HERBERT L. CARTER TO HEAD I am not alone in recognizing Herb's value ous and solid waste exports. THE UNITED WAY OF GREAT­ to our city and State. The city of Los Angeles We were all alarmed by press accounts last ER LOS ANGELES has given him its Distinguished Service Award. year of a barge, loaded with 15,000 tons of He received a special citation from the Califor­ potentially toxic Philadelphia incinerator ash, nia State Assembly, and the entire California roaming the world looking for a place to dump HON. JULIAN C. DIXON State Legislature honored him with its Com­ munity Service Award. People like Herb don't its cargo. Finally, a deal was struck with a cor­ OF CALIFORNIA come along often. rupt military dictatorship and Haiti, a develop­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing country without the technical capacity to To his wife Virginia, and to Herb, I offer my Wednesday, May 31, 1989 handle the ash, became the unwilling recipi­ congratulations. May God bless you as you have blessed others, my friends. ent. Mr. DIXON. Mr. Speaker, "It is more This is just one American example and sev­ blessed to give than to receive." A man sur­ eral other industrialized countries are export­ rounded by material goods is never the equal ing their waste as well. It is clear that the of someone rich in good works. waste exports of industrialized nations are in­ creasing. The reasons are simple. In general, Few men better illustrate the truth of these TRIBUTE TO THE CHILDREN'S importing nations have less rigorous environ­ statements than a good friend and constituent HOME mental regulations and disposal costs are of mine, Dr. Herbert L. Carter. Few men have lower. given more and worked harder for their com­ In response to the growing incidents of munity. Tomorrow Herb will become the first HON. JIM SAXTON international shipments of waste, the United black chairman of the board of the United OF NEW JERSEY Way of Greater Los Angeles. I send him my Nations recently adopted a global convention heartiest congratulations. He is a man rich in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES establishing international safeguards for the good works. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 handling, movement, and disposal of waste. This treaty is a good first step and I hope that Herb's appointment as chairman culminates Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure the United States will become a signatory to many years of dedication and long hours of to proudly acknowledge the 125 years of serv­ this treaty in the near future. But the United service to the community. He first met with ice performed by the Children's Home of States should now seize this opportunity to United Way officials in 1968 to discuss con­ Mount Holly, NJ. Founded in 1864 when a play a leadership role on this important envi­ cerns about the charity's service to the minori­ group of women banded together to aid or­ ronmental issue by enacting stronger legisla­ ty community. Since then he has worked as a phaned children, the Children's Home has tion. volunteer for the organization, serving in nu­ proven a constant relief for numerous children merous positions and promoting minority vol­ The basic principle behind the Waste Export in the Burlington County area. unteerism to affect change. His accomplish­ Control Act is that waste generators in the ments include the creation of United Way's The Children's Home began primarily as an United States should be prepared to treat, Black Partnership Development Council, which effort to aid the children who were orphaned store, and dispose of their waste outside of has served as a model for similar councils for as a result of the Civil War and to help them the United States under standards no less Asians and Latinos. in locating their charges, they made an appeal strict than those used in the United States. in 1871 making their facilities known to all This bill would require the following before When Herb first joined the United Way, few who needed their care: waste could be exported: minorities were involved in leadership roles. An international agreement between the Being named chairman shows that at least part of his mission has been fulfilled. Help us till our work be done, United States and importing countries which That no more may houseless roam; would provide for prior consent from the im­ The Los Angeles United Way is the second Bid each little wandering one, porting country, exchange of information on largest in the Nation, an $88 million-a-year Welcome to the Children's Home. how the wastes will be managed by the re­ charity that raises funds for approximately 350 ceiving facility, and inspection rights by the health and social organizations in Los Angeles The Children's Home received its present United States to the receiving facility; and parts of San Bernardino and Kern Coun­ day location in 1906 as a gift from Edward T. An EPA administered permit program requir­ ties. As head of the 109-member governing Dobbins in memory of his mother, Mary. Since ing proof from waste exporters that they have board, Herb will oversee some 50,000 fellow that time the campus has grown to include a taken steps to reduce or eliminate waste gen­ volunteers. school, office space, a dining area, three dor­ eration, and that any exported wastes are mitories, a gymnasium, and laundry facilities. treated, stored, or disposed of in a manner From the enormity of his commitment one would think that Herb has made a career of As a result, the Children's Home is able to that is protective of human health and the en­ provide exceptional care for the children it vironment, and; the United Way. But as a man of great energy, he has fit nearly two lives into one, serves. The facilities today focus on helping User fees to be paid by exporters to defray distinguishing himself for the last 15 years in families with troubled children and currently the full cost of administering the Waste Export houses 45 adolescents receiving such help on Program. educational administration for the California State University. its campus. Finally, there are at least two good reasons why it is in our best interest to take full re­ Currently the executive vice chancellor, he Mr. Speaker, this nonprofit organization is a sponsibility for the waste we generate from is responsible for guiding, coordinating, and in­ true benefit to the country and invaluable to the cradle to the grave. First, there is no tegrating policy formulation and program plan­ the individuals who have passed through its better way to undermine the credibility of ning for the entire university system. He has doors. The dedication and service of the Chil­ American foreign policy than by the cavalier his doctorate in public administration, and lec­ dren's Home for the past 125 years has exportation of our waste. Second, the majority tures at universities throughout California. proven of considerable worth to the many chil­ dren and families it has helped counsel. It is of our waste trade is with our closest interna­ Herb understands the critical link between tional neighbor, Canada. If waste we send to education and community service, and com­ always a pleasure to praise the works of any Canada is not disposed of properly, then we bines the two by sitting on various boards and individual so willing to serve their community, risk the contamination of the Great Lakes and, committees of educational institutions, includ­ but to acknowledge an institution that has thus, the health of American citizens in the ing the board of regents at Loyola Marymount given service to their community for 125 years entire Great Lakes region. The Waste Exp,ort University in Los Angeles, the· Los Angeles is a task that requires wider acknowledge­ Control Act will ensure that our responsibility Unified School District's Goals Committee, ment. Therefore, I ask my colleagues to join for our waste will not end simply by the trans­ and the Citizens Advisory Committee on me in giving the Children's Home of Mount portation of our waste products beyond• our School Integration for the Los Angeles Unified Holly the recognition they deserve as they cel­ national borders. School District. ebrate their anniversary.

29-059 0-90-16 (Pt. 8) 10472 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 TRIBUTE TO REV. CORNELIUS F. ment to the Almighty and to our people has Western's service area. The water education KELLY, O.F.M., ON THE 50TH earned him all the respect and reverence of program is available to 53 public and 16 pri­ ANNIVERSARY OF HIS ORDINA­ all his parishioners, and all those who have vate schools. More than 26,000 students have TION been fortunate enough to come in touch with participated in the program. him. The program is designed to help students HON. ROBERT A. ROE Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the opportunity to develop an early appreciation for water and OF NEW JERSEY present this brief profile of a distinguished water conservation issues. Materials, such as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man of God who has dedicated his life's pur­ student workbooks, teachers' guides, posters, Wednesday, May 31, 1989 pose and fulfillment to helping others and classroom speakers, and field trips are provid­ guiding them in their pathway of life. The qual­ ed to classes at no charge. A wide range of Mr. ROE. Mr. Speaker, on Sunday, June 4, ity of his leadership is mirrored in the security topics are discussed, including the need for 1989, residents of my Eighth Congressional and dignity that his parishioners have found in water, water conservation, and the supply and District and the State of New Jersey will join the comfort and aid he unselfishly and willing­ distribution of water in southern California. the parish communities of Church of the As­ ly has given to those in need and those who The program meets many of the requirements sumption of Wood-Ridge, NJ, and the guild of seek his helping hand and spiritual guidance. of the California Science Framework Adden­ St. Anthony's Church of Paterson, NJ, and Mr. Speaker, as Reverend Kelly celebrates dum, which lists basic science concepts that Rev. Cornelius F. Kelly, O.F.M., in celebration the 50th anniversary of his ordination to the all high school graduates should learn. of the 50th anniversary of his consecration priesthood, I know that you and all of our col­ For the Western Municipal Water District, into the sacrament of holy orders. leagues here in the Congress will want to join Water Awareness Week is not just 1 week of Mr. Speaker, the faith and devotion of our me in extending our warmest greetings and activity, but a celebration of a year-round com­ people in a full communion of understand­ felicitations for the excellence of his service to mitment to educating the public about water ing-ever caring and respecting the individual his church, our Nation, and all mankind. We and how it affects our lives. I ask my col­ religious beliefs of our fellowman has been do, indeed, salute an esteemed clergyman leagues to join me in recognizing the Western the lifeline of our democracy-ever inspiring and great American, Rev. Cornelius F. Kelly, Municipal Water District of Riverside County our people with hope and urging the individual O.F.M., of Wood-Ridge, NJ, and the guild of for its outstanding work in California. onto great achievements and purposes in pur­ St. Anthony's Church of Paterson, NJ. suing the fulfillment of his or her dreams and ambitions. The exemplary leadership and out­ A TRIBUTE TO DOMINIC LAGUDI standing efforts of our citizens so important to SPECIAL RECOGNITION TO THE our quality of life are in the vanguard of the WESTERN MUNICIPAL WATER HON. NORMAN F. LENT American dream and today we express our DISTRICT OF RIVERSIDE OF NEW YORK COUNTY appreciation to Rev. Cornelius F. Kelly, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 0.F.M., whose esteemed dedication and un­ selfish devotion in promulgating spiritual guid­ HON. GEORGE E. BROWN, JR. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 ance, goodwill, fellowship and brotherhood in OF CALIFORNIA Mr. LENT. Mr. Speaker, every day, ordinary service to God have truly enriched our com­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES citizens perform acts of heroism, brave deeds munity, State, and Nation. which are deserving of the highest commen­ Reverend Kelly has maintained the highest Wednesday, May 31, 1989 dation. For example, law enforcement officers standards of excellence throughout his life­ Mr. BROWN of California. Mr. Speaker, my and firemen risk great personal danger, even time and we are pleased to share the pride of home State of California celebrates Water their lives, in the line of duty to protect our his family, many, many friends and parishion­ Awareness Week on May 1-7, 1989. This is families and our property. They may look upon ers in the distinguished achievements, so un­ part of a statewide campaign to inform the their actions as routine, and humbly dismiss selfishly dedicated to the betterment of man­ public about water-its supply, quality, and their feats of courage as "just part of a day's kind. There is so much that can be said of the management. The theme for this year's cam­ work." I know I speak for all Americans in love, affection, and reverence with which Rev­ paign is "Water is Life." The Western Munici­ saying how much these outstanding men and erend Kelly is held by all who have had the pal Water District of Riverside County, CA, is women are appreciated for their significant good fortune to know him. I know this anniver­ an active participant in water education pro­ contributions to the betterment of our commu­ sary celebration will bring a special sense of grams, and I rise today to recognize their con­ nities and general welfare. pride to Reverend Kelly's brother, James, and tributions to water awareness. At this time, however, I'd like to pay special to his sisters, Mrs. Mary Griffin and Mrs. Mar­ Water is a precious resource throughout the tribute to one exceptional individual, a constit­ garet Wall. world, but this is especially true in southern uent of mine, Mr. Dominic Lagudi, who served Mr. Speaker, we are so proud to have Rev­ California. Explosive growth in the region has with dignity and honor as a volunteer firefight­ erend Kelly with us in New Jersey. He was made growing demands on the available er with the Oceanside, NY Fire Department. born to the late Hugh and Mary Kelly in water supply. Serving 506 square miles of Mr. Lagudi grew up in Oceanside, and Boston, MA, and eventually received his B.A. land, the Western Municipal Water District of joined the Oceanside Fire Department in degree from St. Bonaventure College in 1936. Riverside County must import 20 percent of 1975, when he was 19 years old. In addition He was ordained on May 30, 1939, at the Na­ the water it provides to the public. Riverside to owning and managing Roxie's restaurant in tional Shrine in Washington, DC. County is now one of the fastest growing Forest Hills, he was an active member of the Mr. Speaker, Reverend Kelly began his counties in California. Since all local resources Knights of Columbus and the Oceanside Volu­ career as an assistant at the St. Francis Friary are fully developed, additional growth will teer and Exempt Fireman's Benevolent Asso­ in New York City in 1940, going to St. Pat­ depend on water imported from outside ciation. Dominic Lagudi was respected and rick's in Buffalo, NY, in 1943. Reverend Kelly sources. admired by his peers. In fact, he was elected began a 14-year tenure in New Jersey in 1953 The need to increase the public's under­ third in charge of the fire department as when he became the pastor of St. Joseph's standing of water issues through education is second assistant chief. Church in Echo Lake. It was under his guiding of utmost importance. The Western Municipal Last April, a serious blaze broke out at a hand and visionary leadership that St. Jo­ Water District of Riverside County has been a local restaurant. Mr. Lagudi helped fight the seph's Parochial School was built in 1956, leader in the field of water education since fire and also rescued a woman from the burn­ and St. Joseph's Convent and St. Joseph's 1982. Its water education program is designed ing building. Tragically, 2 days later, he died Rectory were constructed in 1959. to encourage and assist educators as they from smoke inhalation and possible other inju­ In 1967, Reverend Kelly returned to his teach their students about the importance of ries suffered from the fire. There wasn't much native Massachusetts for 11 years, before water. Western's program is offered to private publicity-a few paragraphs in the local news­ coming back to New Jersey in 1978 where he schools in the Corona-Norco, Alvord, and paper. In fact, many people in the community has worked tirelessly and with unceasing de­ Jurupa Unified School Districts, and it assists may not even know of his sacrifice. votion for the guild of St. Anthony's Church of its subagencies in conducting water education Dominic Lagudi, at 33, was in the prime of Paterson, NJ ever since. His personal commit- programs for the remaining schools within his life. The loss of such a fine young man is May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10473 terrible tragedy, and on behalf of the residents dies and direct funding for various improve­ itage. The activities at the building at 89 Paral­ of the Oceanside community, I'd like to offer ments in recent years, represented a munici­ lel Street are, and always have been, an oasis my deepest sympathies to his wife, Kathleen, pal contribution to the Civic's renewed health of leisure and culture to its membership. And, and their two children, Dominic Ill and daugh­ of some $380,000. In this sense, the entire in turn, the membership of the Marconi Club, ter Courtney. community can take real pride in the magnifi­ which has produced some of Springfield's Mere words seem inadequate in expressing cent condition of this great landmark. finest citizens, has always managed to give to our heartfelt gratitude and appreciation of his Today the Akron Civic Theatre remains a the club as much as they have benefited from selfless sacrifice. Dominic Lagudi is a true cornerstone of activity in downtown Akron. it. American hero who will never be forgotten. Films are presented during the weekends, and The best example of the communal spirit His good works during his short time with us numerous area organizations use the theatre which typifies the Marconi Club is the building have ensured his memory will live on forever. for live shows, concerts, dance recitals, and which houses the organization. As the mem­ other events. The Civic is also enjoyed by bership expanded in the early years, and with high school students attending their proms the advent of a women's auxiliary, the con­ THE AKRON CIVIC THEATRE each spring and by many for private activities fines of the original building were rapidly ex­ CELEBRATES 60TH ANNIVERSA­ such as weddings and receptions. Listed on ceeded. In 1940, a new building, constructed RY OF ITS OPENING the National Register of Historic Places, the entirely by the membership of the club without Civic has been the site of performances by outside financial assistance of any kind, was HON. TOM SAWYER great entertainers over the years, from Helen dedicated. Members worked night after night OF OHIO Hayes, Louis Armstrong, Milton Berle, and and on weekends completing what is today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Frank Sinatra, all the way to Bruce Spring­ regarded as a monument to the solidarity and Wednesday, May 31, 1989 steen, and many others. fellowship of the Italian-American legacy in Today I rise to salute the extraordinary work Springfield. Mr. SAWYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of a great many individuals and groups who The Marconi Club that I know today reflects of the Akron Civic Theatre on the occasion of have made the Civic so successful over the in almost all ways the ideals upon which it the 60th anniversary of its opening, and in years. I would like to mention in particular the was founded by Anthony Travaglia. It is an in­ honor of all the people who have spent count­ special efforts of Bea and Blake McDowell, stitution dedicated to molding the character of less hours ensuring its success over the the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co., A. Schul­ its members through social, educational, and years. man, Ruth Oenslager, Estelle Ruth, and the sporting activities, while stressing the impor­ Originally called the Loew's Theatre, the Brenlin Group, who have worked so hard to tance and the sanctity of the family and family Civic opened on April 20, 1929, having been keep the Civic as vital and beautiful a center values, whether it be through a game of constructed at a cost of $1 million. Hundreds of entertainment and social activity today as it Bocce, a Saturday night supper dance, or a of curious patrons attended the opening per­ was in 1929. simple chat with friends. formance of five vaudeville acts and a film en­ In 1982, the Akron Beacon Journal editorial­ In this day and age, Mr. Speaker, it is a tilted "Voice of the City." At that time the cost ized, "Few cities are so fortunate [as Akron]. pleasure to have an opportunity to recognize to sit in a loge seat was 50 cents and a quar­ Few have had the foresight to save venerable traits such as decency and virtue. Those char­ ter in the upper balcony or downstairs. For old buildings such as the Civic. Here in Akron acteristics are the foundation upon which the some, it was a high price to pay, but it was the job was done well-the glories of the mar­ Marconi Club was built, and which have sus­ certainly worth it to experience quality enter­ velous theatre sparkle and shine once again." tained it for over 50 years. It is my sincere tainment in the atomospheric theater modeled Seven years later, that sentiment is echoed hope that this esteemed institution will carry after a Moorish castle under a starlit sky. and amplified by the people of Akron who on in this tradition for many decades to come. The theatre prospered under the Loew's have witnessed the further growth and evolu­ Corp. ownership for 35 years, but in 1964 it tion of the Civic. was sold to parking lot owner Karam Joseph, I am one of countless thousands who have SUPPORT FOR H.R. 2042 who in turn rented it to the Kelly Operating enjoyed sitting under the starlit sky amidst the Co. As activities once centered in downtown grandeur of the Moorish castle to enjoy a per­ HON. NICK JOE RAHALL II began to move throughout the community, the formance at the Akron Civic Theatre. With the theater foundered and faced imminent de­ continued efforts of the Community Hall Foun­ OF WEST VIRGINIA struction. In the meantime, the city was dation, I am confident that our grandchildren IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES searching for a site to build a new civic will enjoy enjoying performances in that same Wednesday, May 31, 1989 center, and the Loew's theatre became a spectacular setting 60 years from now. prime target for revitalization. Finally, in early I extend my congratulations to all who have Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, in my district in 1965, the Akron Jaycees formed the Commu­ made possible the 60th birthday of the Akron West Virginia there are two Veterans' Admin­ nity Hall Foundation and purchased the grand Civic Theatre and wish Akron the very best in istration Centers that serve approximately old theatre from Mr. Joseph for $60,000. keeping this hallowed building alive with activi­ 200,000 veterans. There is no excuse for With strong support from the people of the ty well into the future. these veterans not to receive the proper care. greater Akron area, the theater has enjoyed For that reason, I supported H.R. 2042, the tremendous success since its rejuvenation in Supplemental Appropriations for Veterans' 1965. It has not, however, been without its TRIBUTE TO THE MARCONI Programs for fiscal year 1989, which over­ troubles. A $1 .2 million renovation project was CLUB whelmingly passed the House of Representa­ begun by the Community Hall Foundation in tives on Wednesday, May 24, 1989. This bill 1979 to remodel the inside of the theatre and HON. RICHARD E. NEAL provides supplemental appropriations of $1.2 to make major capital improvements, and by OF MASSACHUSETTS billion for the Veterans Affairs Department the mid-1980's the theatre had accumulated a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which includes $370 million for veterans' med­ substantial debt. Thanks to the efforts of nu­ ical care. Of that amount, $340 million will merous dedicated people, led by the new Wednesday, May 31, 1989 permit the VA to increase its medical care president of the board of trustees, Clarence A. Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I staff. Randall, the foundation made a remarkable would like to pay tribute today to what has I have heard from a multitude of veterans comeback, not only repaying the debt, but become a legendary institution in my home from my home State of West Virginia. The also raising an additional $900,000 for further city of Springfield, MA, the Marconi Club. major concern expressed by each of them is restoration with support from area businesses The Marconi Club was organized in the mid- the lack of funding for veterans health care. and banks. As mayor at the time, I was proud 1930's as an effort to provide a social facility Mr. Speaker, I too share their concerns. We that the city of Akron helped lead the way to at which the Italian-American community of have taken a step in the right direction, but we financial stability through substantial debt for­ Springfield could gather informally. For over must continue to fight for adequate funding to giveness, by enactment of council, of 50 years, the Marconi Club has exemplified meet the immediate shortfall facing the Veter­ $126,000. This, coupled with interest subsi- the unity and pride of the Italian-American her- ans Administration Medical Centers [VAMC's] 10474 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 We all know the shocking facts; VA medical The minimum wage has not been increased has been sent to Haiti, Guinea, and Zim­ programs are suffering a shortage in program since 1981. Since that time, the actual pur­ babwe, while major dumpsites have been funding this fiscal year of more than $625 mil­ chasing power of the minimum wage has planned for Guinea-Bissau, Guyana, Panama, lion, almost all of this country's 172 VAMC's fallen 27 percent, bringing it to $2.46 in 1981 the Congo, Guatemala, Sierra Leone, and the are combatting staff shortages, terminated dollars. If the wage had kept pace with infla­ Bahamas among others. services and curtailment of needed construc­ tion, currently it would be $4.57. Acceptance of waste by debt-ridden coun­ tion and renovation. Most alarming though, is Congress has made an offer to the Presi­ tries is tempting where waste deals can at­ the fact that veterans are being turned away dent to raise the wage to a livable standard, tract much needed currency. Toxic sub­ from Veterans' Administration [VA] centers for while accepting the administration's request stances have been misrepresented as brick treatment. This is outrageous! We must stop for a training wage. I have very serious con­ making material, road fill or fertilizer. And cor­ this injustice. If this shortfall of funding is not cerns about the inclusion of a training wage in rupt officials are payoff targets for exporters corrected, it will have a devastating affect not this package. Without adequate safeguards, it seeking cheap and easy outlets for their toxic only on the two VA centers in my district, but may only serve to permit employers to cycle wares. on centers across our great Nation. We workers in and out of jobs and further worsen Even in the United States, where we have cannot let this go uncorrected. We owe our the problem of unstable employment for established strong standards to ensure safe veterans their fair share. They have risked hourly wage workers. handling of wastes, we have too often been their lives and made immense sacrifices for Despite the Department of Labor's asser­ faced with disaster where wastes have this great country of our's, and it is our obliga­ tion that minimum wage jobs require, at most, caused illnesses and communities have tion to see that their commitment is honored. I 30 days of training, this package includes a become ghost towns. Without tight controls, it trust that the House and Senate conferees will 60-day training wage. The President has in­ is only a matter of time before our exports work out the differences and will provide the formed us of the urgent need of a 6-month become overseas Love Canals. adequate funding to stop this shortfall. training wage. I question the motives behind The Waste Export Control Act of 1989 While we honored the fallen soldiers this these unrealistic and unfair demands. would ban exports of solid waste, incinerator past Memorial Day weekend, I hope we did Is this administration attempting to destroy ash, and toxic waste, except where bilateral not forget the crisis that our veterans are the effectiveness of the minimum wage by al­ treaties and export permits are in place ensur­ facing now. I commend my colleagues, on lowing businesses to hire and fire unskilled ing that the waste will be handled in a safe behalf of not only West Virginia veterans, but workers as a routine business practice? manner. Also, no waste could be exported veterans all over the Nation, on the passage The urgent need to raise the minimum wage unless the generators of waste had undertak­ of H.R. 2042. Our veterans are counting on is important enough for me to accept this dan­ en efforts to minimize the generation of waste. us, let's not let them down. gerous precedent setting training wage. I urge Mr. Speaker, the answer to our waste prob­ the President to sign this measure in the lems is not threatening the health of others by same spirit of compromise. dumping our wastes in other countries. TRIBUTE TO GERALD DIMAIO Rather, it is the implementation of careful con­ trols for disposal here, the creation of waste HON. JIM COURTER INTRODUCTION OF THE WASTE reduction technologies, and the enforcement EXPORT CONTROL ACT OF NEW JERSEY of criminal laws banning irresponsible waste IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. disposal. Wednesday, May 31, 1989 OF MICHIGAN IN MEMORY OF DIXON C. Mr. COURTER. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES take this opportunity to recognize and honor TERRY, FARMER Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Mr. Gerald DiMaio, member and president of the board of education, Hackettstown, NJ. Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, one of the HON. RICHARD A. GEPHARDT Mr. DiMaio first joined the Hackettstown most serious problems in the 20th century is OF MISSOURI Board of Education in September 1967. As the generation of wastes that can spoil our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES waterways, taint our crops with deadly sub­ the district grew and matured, he helped to Wednesday, May 31, 1989 guide it through both happy and difficult stances, and cause cancers, birth defects oc­ changes. Gerald served triumphantly on the cupational diseases and environmental con­ Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I am sad­ board when Hatchery Hills School and Willow tamination. One hundred billion pounds of dened to report that Dixon Terry-a dairy Groves School were built in the late 1960's. toxic waste are generated each year, 90 per­ farmer in the prime of his life, a great leader As president of the Hackettstown Board of cent of which are disposed of unsafely ac­ for economic justice and for family farm agri­ Education from 1978 through the present, cording to the Environmental Protection culture, a friend of mine-died Sunday. Gerald served his public with selfless dedica­ Agency. He was struck by lightning after baling hay tion. As an elected official, members of his The tragedies of Love Canal and Times on his farm near Greenfield, IA. He was 39 constituency knew that they could always rely Beach brought home how devastating toxic years old. on his sincere and tactful style of leadership. contamination can be. The absence of imple­ In the course of public life, I had come to Hackettstown will be sure to miss Gerald mented methods to deal sat ely with wastes know Dixon as a man who worked tirelessly DiMaio's presence as a trusted and valued and to reduce the amount generated has cre­ for the cause of family farming. He put count­ public official when he retires this spring. I ated great controversy about how and where less hours, days, and years into the cause of take great pride in recognizing Mr. Gerald these wastes will be disposed. Too often, economic fairness while simultaneously hold­ DiMaio before my colleagues. poor and minority communities have been the ing down his dairy farm. He proved himself a designated areas. man of resolute integrity and unbending com­ Recently, the international spotlight has fo­ mitment. URGE THE PRESIDENT TO cused on another aspect of this problem To his wife, Linda, his two children, Dusky ACCEPT THE MINIMUM WAGE which carries particularly dire environmental, and Willow, and his parents, Jane and I CONFERENCE REPORT health, and foreign policy implications: The extend our deepest sympathies. We did not dumping of our toxic waste in other countries. know him as you did. But know that your loss HON. NANCY PELOSI Exporting waste abroad is the export of irre­ is shared by all of us. We all will miss him. OF CALIFORNIA sponsibility, the thorough implementation of Most of us knew Dixon as a farmer and a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the credo "anywhere but in my backyard". great farm leader. Other countries faced with lucrative export Dixon was a top student at Iowa State. I am Wednesday, May 31, 1989 contracts may lack a complete understanding sure that if he had wanted to do anything else Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of toxic waste, let alone the resources or reg­ besides farming he could have. But he loved urge President Bush to accept the bipartisan ulatory structure needed to deal with these farming and chose to return to it. He got start­ compromise to H.R. 2, the minimum wage bill. problems. In recent years United States waste ed under the FmHA beginning farmer program May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10475 and built an award-winning 40-cow dairy oper­ Therefore, today we are introducing the Cassavant organ along with a new church en­ ation, a model of good land stewardship. Waste Export Control Act to strictly regulate trance with a priest's sacristy. He is also re­ At the time of his death, Dixon was presi­ export loopholes and offer people in develop­ sponsible for building a much needed parish dent of the National Save the Family Farm ing countries the same protection that the house with offices and meeting areas for Coalition, vice president of the Iowa Farmers United States provides for our citizens and our parish groups. A new modern kitchen was Union, and cochairman of the National environment. The bill requires an international also installed in the church hall to service the League of Rural Voters. He was a board agreement to ensure waste exported from the numerous functions of the parish community. member and cofounder of the Iowa Farm United States will be managed with environ­ Father Aranowski is celebrating a very dis­ Unity Coalition and a board member with mental standards "no less strict" than those tinguished 40th anniversary on Sunday, June Prairiefire Rural Action. of the United States, an EPA administered 4, 1989, with a concelebrated Mass at 4 p.m. But the real example of his leadership was permit given after steps have been taken to at his parish of St. John the Baptist with an in how he lived his own life. He didn't just talk reduce waste generation, and user fees to be open reception to follow the Mass. A dinner is about a better agriculture: he practiced it. He paid by the exporter. to be held for those reservations. used low-chemical methods that respected The bill makes waste reduction and recy­ Throughout his life of service to his fellow and preserved the soil. cling more economically attractive, and en­ man Father Aranowski demonstrated repeat­ He didn't just talk about the need for family courage development of new technologies to edly his humble dedication and joy in the serv­ farm agriculture; he worked to build the coali­ reduce waste at the source. Most importantly, ice of his Lord and his community and I am tions needed to achieve change. it recognizes that the United States cannot proud to take this opportunity before the U.S. In brief, Dixon Terry showed us that we can afford, economically, morally, or politically to House of Representatives to congratulate him do better. poison another country's environment for gen­ on his life of achievement and service. We will not forget Dixon Terry. He was a erations to come, and that exporting waste is wonderful human being, and his dream is our as hazardous to our foreign policy as it is to dream. We best honor him by continuing to the public health and environment of countries WOMENS ARMY AUXILIARY fight for what he lived for. We are resolved to that receive it. CORPS do that. HON. VIC FAZIO A TRIBUTE TO FATHER OF CALIFORNIA WASTE EXPORT CONTROL ACT IGNATIUS J. ARANOWSKI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JOHN EDWARD PORTER HON. JOE KOLTER Wednesday, May 31, 1989 OF ILLINOIS OF PENNSYLVANIA Mr. FAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tribute to the Womens Army Auxiliary Corps Wednesday, May 31, 1989 detachment unit to the Office of Strategic Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, last year, a Services. I hope my colleagues will join me in band of waste merchants from industrialized Mr. KOL TEA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognizing the many fine U.S. citizens who countries dumped shipments of toxic and haz­ pay tribute to Father Ignatius J. Aranowski on served with this elite group during World War ardous waste in developing countries such as the occasion of the celebration of his 40th an­ II. Nigeria, Guinea, the Congo, and Venezuela. niversary on Sunday, June 4, 1989. The Womens Army Auxiliary Corps was a They tempted these debt-ridden countries with The son of the late Ignatius and Magdalena volunteer group that was later to incorporate hard currency, or bribed corrupt officials to (Libak) Father Aranowski was ordained to the with the Womans Army Corps. This specific accept the toxics despite their lack of techni­ priesthood on June 4, 1949 at the Pontifical group was attached to the Office for Strategic cal capability or infrastructure to properly dis­ College in Josephinum, Worthington, OH, by Services and was sent for overseas duty to pose of the waste. the then, apostolic delegate to the United serve with the Detachment Headquarters, and These toxic dumps endangered the health States, Amelto Cardinal Cicogani. He is the the European, African, and Middle Eastern of unsuspecting victims and outraged the rest third eldest of seven children. Theater of Operations. Although this group of the world. It spurred Nigeria and other He received his elementary education at the only served for a perod of 2 years (1943- countries targeted for imports to punish those St. Hyacinth's School, Oakland, being taught 1945) they received collectively a great many found guilty of dumping waste in their coun­ by the Bernadine and Nazareth Sisters. A awards of distinction. As a unit they received: tries with a firing squad. graduate of Central Catholic School, his col­ the WAAC Service Ribbon, the European Afri­ This year, waste merchants revised their lege and theology were received at the papal can Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with a pitch and offered developing countries the seminary. He celebrated his first solemn mass battle star, the World War II Victory Medal, a "opportunity" to recycle imported waste into on June 19, 1949, the Feast of Corpus Christi, Meritorious Service Unit Plaque with one star salable byproducts or into energy for develop­ at St. Hyacinth's Church, being the first young in lieu of an additional plaque, and an insignia ment. These sham recycling schemes demon­ man of the parish to be ordained to the priest­ which is a lapel emblem with the letters strate the lengths that waste merchants will hood. "OSS" stamped in gold on a red enameled go for the huge profits of dumping waste out­ His first assignment was St. Jerome's background. This was the first time in the his­ side the strict regulations we in the developed Church, Charleroi. From there he was then as­ tory of the European Theater of Operations world impose. signed to St. Cyprian's on the north side of that a WAC unit was awarded both the Plaque The average person in the United States Pittsburgh which was followed by appoint­ and the Star. generates 3 to 4 pounds of waste each day; ments to St. Adalbert's and St. Josaphat's The women who comprised the Office of nationally, this added up to about 160 million both located on the south side. From there he Strategic Services WAC unit were of the high­ tons of waste last year. The much publicized journeyed to Holy Angels, Hays, and then to est caliber. These young, intelligent, high spir­ 2-year odyssey of the Philadelphia incinerator St. Bonaventure in Glenshaw. Father received ited and courageous women made many sac­ ash barge illustrated the inability of a local ju­ his first pastorate to St. Louis, West Sunbury, rifices for their country during this time of war. risdiction to manage its waste. As we tighten with its mission, St. Paschal's in Argentine. On They left their homes to join a unit whose ex­ public health and environmental regulations November 18, 1969, Bishop Leonard assigned istence was not acknowledged until after the regarding waste, disposal costs soar, so loop­ this dedicated man to St. John the Baptist war. The women were thoroughly investigated holes to export industrial and municipal waste Church, Baden. before they could be assigned to the OSS de­ are exploited. During his pastorate, Father Aranowski insti­ tachment as their mission was declared top In the U.S. Solid Waste Disposal Act, the tuted many innovations and improvements to secret. Most of the women were college grad­ export of nonhazardous waste is not regulat­ the church including expansion and remodel­ uates who could speak more than one lan­ ed, even though any waste that is not properly ing. Under his guidance new carpeting, air­ guage fluently. While the women did not carry treated pollutes the air, water, soil, and the conditioning, new lights and wiring were intro­ weapons they were given basic training and health of unprotected people who import our duced including a steeple with a carrillon, a became accomplished with a rifle. Although waste. new sanctuary, stained glass windows, a new their mission was always a secret during the 10476 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 war, their contribution to the Office of Strate­ Mr. Speaker, I join my colleagues in remem­ ROTARY INTERNATIONAL gic Services will often be noted in history. bering CLAUDE PEPPER-public servant and I am proud to recognize this fine group of man of dignity. individuals before Congress today. Although HON. RICHARD J. DURBIN this unit was separated after the war ended OF ILLINOIS they are gathering together this fall for a reun­ THE JASON PROJECT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ion. I am sure this will be a wonderful experi­ Wednesday, May 31, 1989 ence for all the women who served in the WAC detachment to the Office of Strategic HON. DENNIS M. HERTEL Mr. DURBIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to praise the efforts of Rotary International, the Services. OF MICHIGAN I know my colleagues join me today in first and one of the most successful worldwide IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thanking these women for their service to our service clubs in the world. Rotary is an organization of business and country during World War II. This reunion Wednesday, May 31, 1989 professional leaders united to further interna­ gives us all an opportunity to reflect on the Mr. HERTEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tional understanding and promote peace many sacrifices made for the liberty of our acknowledge the accomplishments of a most through charitable and education programs. It great country by citizens of unquestionable in­ remarkable marine exploration project. The was founded in 1905 in Chicago, IL, and now tegrity and honor. Jason project, named for the character in includes more than 1 million members in 165 Greek mythology and an advanced underwat­ lands. er robot, allowed 250,000 school children in Rotary activities meet a broad range of the United States and Canada to experience civic, social and cultural needs, under the live exploration of the Mediterranean Sea motto "Service Above Self." In their local through its use of advanced telepresence communities, Rotarians operate strong anti­ A REAL FRIEND TO SENIOR technology and live satellite transmissions to drug campaigns, environmental cleanup CITIZENS 12 museum sites. The students have seen the projects, and work to safeguard drinking water activity around a live, underwater volcano and and sanitation systems. Internationally, the HON. DEAN A. GALLO the remains of ships lost beneath the ancient club's most recent campaign is called "Polio­ trade routes of the Mediterranean. Plus," an immunization effort to eradicate po­ OF NEW JERSEY The Jason project is headed by Dr. Robert liomyelitis by the 21st century. Rotary Interna­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ballard, a marine geologist at the Woods Hole tional has allocated more than $120 million for polio immunization projects in 67 nations to Wednesday, May 31, 1989 Oceanographic Institute whose research team protect more than 417 million children. discovered the wreck of the R.M.S. Titanic in Mr. GALLO. Mr. Speaker, today we suspend This worldwide polio initiative is especially 1985. On April 13, the Subcommittee on our regular business to honor the memory of important when you consider that every 2 min­ an individual who dedicated his entire life to Oceanography and Great Lakes of the Com­ utes another child falls victim to polio, and the protection of America's senior citizens. mittee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries re­ that an estimated 2 million people will be crip­ Our colleague, CLAUDE PEPPER, participated ceived testimony from Dr. Ballard on this pled by the disease in the next 1O years. in the shaping of the Social Security law as a project. Dr. Ballard told the subcommittee that Rotary International seeks to distribute polio Senator from Florida in the 1930's. the goal of the Jason project was to introduce vaccines in developing nations as well as to His tireless work on behalf of older Ameri­ students to the excitement of the scientific expand current immunization programs. Rotar­ cans since that time has been the driving process and encourage them to pursue ca­ ians work each day to provide grants, vac­ force behind Medicare and countless other reers in science and technology. He ex­ cines and other needed equipment to help de­ programs that have provided peace of mind pressed concern that the lack of scientific lit­ veloping countries immunize their children. for millions of Americans over the age of 65. eracy in our students will hurt our competitive Rotary International has been awarded the CLAUDE PEPPER always understood that the position in the world. UNICEF International Child Survival Award for dignity of the individual is the most important The Jason project is a unique partnership its PolioPlus program. element in our common goal as humans-a among private industry, a scientific research Mr. Speaker, in every nation of the world long, healthy and productive life. facility, the Government, and education orga­ our children are our most vital resource. I ap­ In spite of personal and political setbacks, nizations which is able to combine excitement plaud Rotary International for its commitment to the children of the world as they strive to CLAUDE PEPPER never stopped pushing his with education. This group integrated live tele­ ensure a healty future for everyone. dreams for America. He never lost hope. He vision pictures from the ocean floor with a rig­ carried with him to the end a sense of person­ orous classroom course of study. Students al dignity that allowed him to rise above tribu­ were able to ask questions of Dr. Ballard and U.S. ARMY LOSES AN OFFICER lations that would have humbled most people. his team about what they were actually seeing AND A GENTLEMAN His legacy of public service on behalf of as the robot moved along the sea bottom. senior citizens is unequaled in this body now Mr. Speaker, this has been a truly remarka­ or at any time in this century. HON. PATRICIA SCHROEDER ble project. Jason has brought the experience His personal legacy of leadership by exam­ OF COLORADO and thrill of scientific exploration to thousands ple has touched millions of Americans on a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES very personal level. of students. Jason has also shown many ad­ vances in technology that will be affecting our He was a reassuring presence who always Wednesday, May 31, 1989 lives in the future. had a kind word. He took a personal interest Mrs. SCHROEDER. Mr. Speaker, the Rocky in individuals. Dr. Ballard and the Jason team are to be Mountain Arsenal, an inactive chemical muni­ Today, in recognition of the speical place congratulated. This is an excellent example of tions plant located in the Denver area, suffers CLAUDE PEPPER occupies in our national con­ diverse organizations working together to from major toxic material contamination. The sciousness, we are taking the extraordinary solve one of the serious problems facing our responsibility for its cleanup rests with Feder­ action of enacting a resolution allowing for the country-how to get our children actively in­ al, State, and private players. Unfortunately for use of the rotunda as a focus for services in volved and genuinely interested in science us all, one key player is retiring his uniform. his memory. and technology. Dr. Ballard has certainly show Col. Wallace N. Quintrell, the Army's pro­ His good works on behalf of senior citizens us through Jason that science is a contact gram manager for the cleanup was called are as unshakable as the marble of this cap­ sport and can be fun. We look forward to upon in the mid-1980's to lead the Army itol. His legacy is printed for all times in our hearing from Dr. Ballard about his expedition where it had not gone before. The Army's ex­ laws and etched in our national conscious­ and anticipate the Jason's team next telepre­ perience in environmental restoration, like the ness. sence voyage of discovery. colonel's, was nonexistent. Nonetheless, he May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10477 took his command seriously and with dedica­ SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Foreign Relations tion. To continue markup of proposed legisla­ Since then, Colonel Quintrell won the re­ Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, tion authorizing funds for fiscal year agreed to by the Senate on February 1990 for foreign assistance programs. spect and admiration of his charges, his ad­ SD-419 versaries, and the local community. He lis­ 4, 1977, calls for establishment of a system for a computerized schedule of 10:30 a.m. tened, learned, and acknowledged decades of Judiciary Army errors in waste disposal at the arsenal. all meetings and hearings of Senate To hold hearings to review the nomina­ The decisions he made were based on his re­ committees, subcommittees, joint com­ tion rating process used by the Ameri­ spect for others and his sincere belief on what mittees, and committees of conference. can Bar Association. is best for the community and the country. This title requires all such committees SD-226 In short, he was a leader the Army and his to notify the Office of the Senate 1:30 p.m. country can be proud of. Daily Digest-designated by the Rules Energy and Natural Resources Committee-of the time, place, and To continue hearings on S. 710, S. 711, S. 712, bills to provide for a referen­ FORMER SECRETARY OF STATE purpose of the meetings, when sched­ dum on the political status of Puerto GEORGE P. SHULTZ RECEIVES uled, and any cancellations or changes Rico. THE 1989 SCOPUS AWARD FOR in the meetings as they occur. SH-216 PUBLIC SERVICE As an additional procedure along 3:00 p.m. with the computerization of this infor­ Judiciary HON. TOM LANTOS mation, the Office of the Senate Daily Constitution Subcommittee Digest will prepare this information Business meeting, to mark up S.J. Res. OF CALIFORNIA 14, proposing an amendment to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for printing in the Extensions of Re­ Constitution of the United States to marks section of the CONGRESSIONAL Wednesday, May 31, 1989 allow the President to veto items of RECORD on Monday and Wednesday of appropriation and S.J. Res. 23, propos­ Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, this week in San each week. ing an amendment to the Constitution Francisco our distinguished former Secretary Any changes in committee schedul­ authorizing the President to disap­ of State, George P. Shultz, will receive the ing will be indicated by placement of prove or reduce an item of appropria­ 1989 Scopus Award of the American Friends tions. an asterisk to the left of the name of SD-226 of Hebrew University. He is being recognized the unit conducting such meetings. with this high honor for his untiring efforts in Meetings scheduled for Thursday, JUNE5 promoting the principles upon which the June l, 1989, may be found in the 2:00 p.m. Hebrew University of Jerusalem was found­ Daily Digest of today's RECORD. ed-the pursuit of knowledge and the attain­ Armed Services Projection Forces and Regional Defense ment of peace. MEETINGS SCHEDULED Subcommittee Mr. Speaker, as a member of the Foreign To hold hearings on proposed legislation Affairs Committee, I had frequent opportuni­ authorizing funds for fiscal years 1990 ties during the 6 years George Shultz served JUNE2 and 1991 for the Department of De­ as our Secretary of State to observe, ques­ 8:30 a.m. fense, focusing on fast sealift require­ tion, consult, and discuss with him many dif­ Armed Services ments. ferent complex issues involving the foreign Defense Industry and Technology Sub­ SR-222 policy of our Nation. He brought to that posi­ committee Armed Services tion a high degree of professional compe­ To continue hearings on acquisition Manpower and Personnel Subcommittee policy and the defense industrial and To resume hearings on proposed legisla­ tence, understanding, intelligence, integrity, technological base. tion authorizing funds for fiscal years and unusual diplomatic ability to bring about SR-232A 1990 and 1991 for the Department of conciliation and compromise. 9:30 a.m. Defense, focusing on the military med­ Although we did have occasional differ­ Energy and Natural Resources ical system. ences, one issue on which we both are in the To continue hearings on S. 710, S. 711 , SR-232A strongest and most profound agreement is S. 712, bills to provide for a referen­ Foreign Relations that U.S. foreign policy is most successful dum on the political status of Puerto To hold hearings on the nomination of when it has strong bipartisan support-when Rico. John Hubert Kelly, of Georgia, to be both Democrats and Republicans, both Con­ SH-216 Assistant Secretary of State for Near Finance Eastern and South Asian Affairs. gress and the administration are in agree­ SD-419 ment. As Secretary of State, George Shultz Social Security and Family Policy Sub­ made great efforts to win broad bipartisan committee To hold hearings on proposed legislation JUNE6 support for his actions, and he had enthusias­ 9:00 a.m. tic admirers on both sides of the political aisle. to establish the Social Security Ad­ ministration as an independent execu­ Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs In no area were George Shultz' intellectual tive branch agency headed by a bipar­ Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Sub­ and diplomatic ability as sorely tested as in his tisan board, and proposed legislation committee efforts to deal with the intractable problems of to require the Secretary of Health and To hold hearings on S. 906, the Govern­ the Middle East. He worked with Arab and Is­ Human Services to provide periodic ac­ ment Check Cashing Act of 1989, S. raeli leaders in several direct personal efforts count statements to workers to inform 907, the Basic Banking Services Access to reduce tensions in the region and bring Act of 1989, and S. 909, to require them how much they have paid into public disclosure of written evalua­ both sides of the conflict to a better under­ the Social Security system. tions. standing of conditions that would lead to SD-215 SD- 538 peace. He was a consistent and forceful op­ Joint Economic 9:30 a.m. ponent of terrorism by extremists, and a To hold hearings on the employment­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation strong advocate of negotiation and concilia­ unemployment statistics for May. To hold hearings on proposed legislation tion. Under his stewardship, the special rela­ SD-628 authorizing funds for technology pro­ tionship between the United States and Israel 10:00 a.m. grams of the Department of Com- flourished and reached new heights. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs merce. Housing and Urban Affairs Subcommittee Mr. Speaker, I invite my colleagues in the SR-253 To hold hearings on supportive housing Governmental Affairs Congress to join with me in paying tribute to needs of elderly and handicapped per­ To hold hearings on the nomination of George P. Shultz in recognition of his receiv­ sons, focusing on related provisions of Constance Newman, of Maryland, to ing the 1989 Scopus Award for distinguished S. 566, National Affordable Housing be Director of the Office of Personnel service in the pursuit of knowledge and the Act, HOME Corporation Act of 1989. Management. search for peace. SD-538 SD-342 10478 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 10:00 a.m. Energy and Natural Resources dential and Congressional elections, S. Appropriations Business meeting, to consider pending Res. 99, to require the Architect of the Defense Subcommittee calendar business. Capitol to establish and implement a To resume hearings on proposed budget SD-366 voluntary program for recycling paper estimates for fiscal year 1990 for the Governmental Affairs disposed of in the operation of the Department of Defense, focusing on To resume hearings on alcohol abuse Senate, and other pending legislative tactical airpower. prevention. business. SD-192 SD-342 SR-301 Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Housing and Urban Affairs Subcommittee Appropriations Foreign Relations Defense Subcommittee To continue markup of proposed legisla­ To resume hearings on S. 566, the Na­ To continue hearings on proposed tional Affordable Housing Act, focus­ tion authorizing funds for fiscal year budget estimates for fiscal year 1990 1990 for foreign assistance programs. ing on the role of State and local gov­ for the Department of Defense, focus­ ernments developing housing strate­ SD-419 ing on Air Force posture. 2:00 p.m. gies. SD-192 SD-562 Commerce, Science, and Transportation Foreign Relations Commerce, Science, and Transportation To hold hearings on the nomination of To resume markup of proposed legisla­ Consumer Subcommittee James B. Busey IV, of Illinois, to be tion authorizing funds for fiscal year To hold hearings on proposed legislation Administrator of the Federal Aviation 1990 for foreign assistance programs. authorizing funds for the Federal Administration, Department of Trans­ SD-419 Trade Commission. portation. SR-253 SR-253 Labor and Human Resources Foreign Relations To hold hearings on food safety. Foreign Relations To continue markup of proposed legisla­ To hold hearings on the nominations of SD-430 tion authorizing funds for fiscal year Special on Aging Morton I. Abramowitz, of the District 1990 for foreign assistance programs. of Columbia, to be Ambassador to To hold hearings on the Social Security SD-419 Administration's Representative Payee Turkey, Thomas Michael Tolliver 2:00 p.m. Niles, of the District of Columbia, to Program: Safeguarding Beneficiaries Foreign Relations Against Abuse. be the U.S. Representative to the Eu­ To continue markup of proposed legisla­ ropean Communities, and Joseph Zap­ SD-628 tion authorizing funds for fiscal year 10:30 a.m. pala, of Florida, to be Ambassador to 1990 for foreign assistance programs. Spain. Judiciary SD-419 SD-419 To hold hearings on the nomination of 2:30 p.m. Reggie B. Walton, of the District of Commerce, Science, and Transportation JUNE9 Columbia, to be Associate Director for Aviation Subcommittee National Drug Control Policy. To hold hearings on airline concentra­ 9:30 a.m. SD-226 tion. Armed Services 2:00 p.m. SR-253 Manpower and Personnel Subcommittee Energy and Natural Resources Energy and Natural Resources To resume hearings on proposed legisla­ Energy Research and Development Sub­ Mineral Resources Development and Pro­ tion authorizing funds for fiscal years committee duction Subcommittee 1990 and 1991 for the Department of To hold oversight hearings on the status To hold oversight hearings on the imple­ Defense, focusing on manpower pro­ of current and future use of alterna­ mentation of the Mining Law of 1872. grams. tive motor vehicle fuels in the United SD-366 SR-232A States. Environment and Public Works SD-366 JUNES Water Resources, Transportation, and In­ frastructure Subcommittee Foreign Relations 9:00 a.m. To continue markup of proposed legisla­ To hold hearings on scenic byways. Appropriations SD-406 tion authorizing funds for fiscal year Defense Subcommittee 1990 for foreign assistance programs. 10:00 a.m. To continue hearings on proposed Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs SD-419 budget estimates for fiscal year 1990 2:30 p.m. Housing and Urban Affairs Subcommittee for the Department of Defense, focus­ To resume hearings on S. 566, the Na­ Appropriations ing on manpower and personnel pro­ Foreign Operations Subcommittee tional Affordable Housing Act, focus­ grams. ing on homeownership affordability. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ SD-192 timates for fiscal year 1990 for foreign SD-538 9:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. assistance programs, focusing on the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Peace Corps, Export-Import Bank, Veterans Affairs Consumer Subcommittee To hold hearings on certain provisions Overseas Private Investment Corpora­ To continue hearings on proposed legis­ tion, African Development Founda­ of S. 13, and S. 564, bills to provide for lation authorizing funds for the Feder­ Veterans' health care benefits and tion, and Inter-American Foundation. al Trade Commission. SD-138 other related measures. SR-253 SR-418 Energy and Natural Resources JUNE7 Public Lands, National Parks and Forests JUNE 12 9:00 a.m. Subcommittee Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs To hold hearings on S. 555, to establish 9:30 a.m. Consumer and Regulatory Affairs Sub­ in the Department of the Interior the Governmental Affairs committee De Soto Expedition Trail Commission, Government Information and Regulation To continue hearings on S. 906, the Gov­ S. 624, to provide for the sale of cer­ Subcommittee ernment Check Cashing Act of 1989, S. tain Federal lands to Clark County, To hold hearings on proposed legislation 907, the Basic Banking Services Access Nevada, for national defense, and S. authorizing funds for programs of the Act of 1989, and S. 909, to require 830, authorizing funds for the Black­ Paperwork Reduction Act. public disclosure of written evalua­ stone River Valley National Heritage SD-342 tions. Corridor Commission. SD-538 SD-366 JUNE 13 9:30 a.m. Governmental Affairs 9:00 a.m. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs To hold oversight hearings on the drug Appropriations Housing and Urban Affairs Subcommittee problem in the District of Columbia. Defense Subcommittee To continue hearings on S. 566, the Na­ SD-342 To resume open and closed hearings on tional Affordable Housing Act, focus­ Rules and Administration proposed budget estimates for fiscal ing on Housing Opportunity Partner­ Business meeting, to resume consider­ year 1990 for the Department of De­ ships and HOME Corporation. ation of S. 87 4, to establish national fense, focusing on strategic programs. SD-562 voter registration procedures for Presi- SD-192 May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10479 9:30 a.m. the International Bank for Recon­ JUNE 21 Armed Services struction and Development, and Fred 9:00 a.m. Strategic Forces and Nuclear Deterrence M. Zeder II, of New York, to be presi­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation Subcommittee dent of the Overseas Private Invest­ Communications Subcommittee To resume closed hearings on proposed ment Corporation. To resume hearings on the diversity and legislation authorizing funds for fiscal SD-419 concentration of media ownership. years 1990 and 1991 for the Depart­ SR-253 ment of Defense, focusing on the Stra­ JUNE 15 9:30 a.m. tegic Defense Initiative. Commerce, Science, and Transportation SR-222 9:00 a.m. Appropriations Aviation Subcommittee Commerce, Science, and Transportation To hold hearings on S. 640, to establish To hold hearings on S. 561, to provide Defense Subcommittee To resume hearings on proposed budget guidelines for Federal standards of li­ for testing for the use, without lawful ability for general aviation accidents. authorization, of alcohol or controlled estimates for fiscal year 1990 for the SR-301 substances by the operators of air­ Department of Defense. Governmental Affairs craft, railroads, and commercial motor SD-192 To resume hearings on alcohol abuse vehicles. 9:30 a.m. prevention. SR-253 Energy and Natural Resources SD-342 10:00 a.m. Energy Research and Development Sub­ 2:00 p.m. Finance committee Commerce, Science, and Transportation To hold hearings on S. 800, to provide To resume hearings on S. 964, authoriz­ Science, Technology, and Space Subcom­ for a moratorium on and study of cer­ ing funds for fiscal years 1990 and mittee tain State income tax provisions which 1991 for civilian energy programs of To hold hearings on super computers. affect nonresidents. the Department of Energy, and to SR-253 SD-215 hold hearings on S. 488, to provide 2:00 p.m. JUNE 22 Energy and Natural Resources Federal assistance to a program of re­ Energy Research and Development Sub­ search, development, and demonstra­ 8:00 a.m. committee tion of renewable energy and energy Veterans Affairs To hold hearings on the Department of efficiency technologies, and proposed To hold hearings on S. 404, H.R. 1415, Energy's role in the area of magnetic legislation authorizing funds for fiscal and S. 898, to extend certain Depart­ fusion and inertial confinement fusion year 1990 for conservation and renew­ ment of Veterans Affairs home loan research and development and demon­ able energy programs of the Depart­ guaranty provisions, and related meas- stration, and S. 964, authorizing funds ment of Energy. ures. for fiscal years 1990 and 1991 for civil­ SD-366 SR-418 ian energy programs of the Depart­ Governmental Affairs 9:00 a.m. ment of Energy. To hold hearings on alcohol abuse pre­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation SD-366 vention. Communications Subcommittee Foreign Relations To continue hearings on the diversity SD-342 and concentration of media ownership. To hold hearings on the nominations of 2:00 p.m. Melvyn Levitsky, of Maryland, to be SR-253 Appropriations 2:00 p.m. Assistant Secretary of State for Inter­ Foreign Operations Subcommittee national Narcotics Matters and Jewel Appropriations S. Lafontant, of Illinois, to be U.S. Co­ To resume hearings on proposed budget Foreign Operations Subcommittee ordinator for Refugee Affairs and Am­ estimates for fiscal year 1990 for for­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ bassador-at-Large. eign assistance programs, focusing on timates for fiscal year 1990 for foreign SD-419 the World Bank, International Devel­ assistance programs. 2:30 p.m. opment Association, International Fi­ SD-138 Appropriations nance Corporation, International Commerce, Science, and Transportation Foreign Operations Subcommittee Monetary Fund, and Multilateral In­ Surface Transportation Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ vestment Guaranty Agency. To hold hearings on S. 1005, relating to timates for fiscal year 1990 for foreign SD-138 the sale, purchase, or other acquisition assistance programs, focusing on the of certain railroads. Middle East, Pakistan, and Afghani- JUNE 16 SR-253 stan. SD-138 9:30 a.m. JUNE 23 Governmental Affairs 9:30 a.m. JUNE 14 Government Information and Regulation Governmental Affairs 9:00 a.m. Subcommittee To hold hearings on S. 253, to establish Commerce, Science, and Transportation To resume hearings on proposed legisla­ a coordinated National Nutrition Mon­ Communications Subcommittee tion authorizing funds for programs of itoring and Related Research Pro­ To hold hearings on the diversity and the Paperwork Reduction Act. gram. concentration of media ownership. SD-342 SD-342 SR-253 Select on Indian Affairs Veterans' Affairs JUNE 20 To hold oversight hearings on adminis­ tration of Indian programs by the En­ To hold hearings on certain provisions 9:30 a.m. of S. 13, S. 86, S. 192, S. 405, and S. vironmental Protection Agency. Energy and Natural Resources SR-485 846, bills to strengthen and improve Public Lands, National Parks and Forests VA health care programs, and related measures. Subcommittee JULY 11 To hold hearings on S. 724, to modify SR-418 9:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. the boundaries of the Everglades Na­ Energy and Natural Resources Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry tional Park and to provide for the pro­ To resume hearings on S. 710, S. 711, Nutrition and Investigations Subcommit­ tection of lands, waters, and natural and S. 712, bills to provide for a refer­ tee resources within the park. endum on the political status of To hold hearings on proposed legislation SD-366 Puerto Rico. authorizing funds for the Women, In­ 2:30 p.m. SD-366 fants, and Children CWICl Program, Appropriations 2:30 p.m. and child nutrition programs. Foreign Operations Subcommittee Energy and Natural Resources SR-332 To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Energy Research and Development Sub­ Foreign Relations timates for fiscal year 1990 for foreign committee To hold hearings on the nominations of assistance programs, focusing on Cen­ To resume hearings on S. 964, authoriz­ E. Patrick Coady, of Virginia, to be tral America. ing funds for fiscal years 1990 and United States Executive Director of SD-138 1991 for civilian energy programs of 10480 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 31, 1989 the Department of Energy, and on JULY 18 Veterans' Affairs fossil energy research and develop­ 9:30 a.m. Business meeting, to mark up proposed ment and the clean coal technology Energy and Natural Resources legislation to revise certain provisions program. Energy Research and Development Sub­ of VA health care programs, including SD-366 committee s. 13, s. 86, s. 165, s. 192, s. 263, s. To resume hearings on S. 964, authoriz­ 405, S. 564, S. 574, S. 748, and S. 846. JULY 12 ing funds for fiscal years 1990 and SR-418 9:00 a.m. 1991 for civilian energy programs of Commerce, Science, and Transportation the Department of Energy, focusing JULY 21 Communications Subcommittee on reactor research and development, and on commercial efforts to develop 9:30 a.m. To hold hearings on S. 707, to require Select on Indian Affairs the Federal Communications Commis­ advanced nuclear reactor technologies. SD-366 To hold hearings to establish a Tribal sion to reinstate restrictions on adver­ Judicial Resource Center. tising during children's television, to SR-485 enforce the obligation of broadcasters JULY 19 9:00 a.m. to meet the educational and informa­ JULY 26 tional needs of the child audience. Commerce, Science, and Transportation SR-253 Communications Subcommittee 9:00 a.m. To hold hearings on S. 999, relating to Commerce, Science, and Transportation JULY 13 the broadcasting of certain material Communications Subcommittee regarding candidates for Federal elec­ To hold hearings on S. 1009, relating to 10:00 a.m. tive office. the purchase of broadcasting time by Energy and Natural Resources SR-253 To resume hearings on S. 710, S. 711, candidates for public office. SR-253 and S. 712, bills to provide for a refer­ JULY 20 endum on the political status of 9:30 a.m. Puerto Rico. Energy and Natural Resources SD-366 Energy Research and Development Sub­ CANCELLATIONS committee JULY 14 To resume hearings on S. 964, authoriz­ 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. ing funds for fiscal years 1990 and Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Energy and Natural Resources 1991 for civilian energy programs of Nutrition and Investigations Subcommit­ To continue hearings on S. 710, S. 711, the Department of Energy, focusing tee and S. 712, bills to provide for a refer­ on reactor research and development, To hold hearings on proposed legislation endum on the political status of and on commercial efforts to develop authorizing funds for the Women, In­ Puerto Rico. advanced nuclear reactor technologies. fants, and Children Program, SD-366 SD-366 and child nutrition programs. May 31, 1989 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10481 SENATOR, STATE. AND CAPITOL OFFICE Suite No. Committee on CM JudiciaT')I (Non: -Suite numbf'n preceded by SD &rt' In the Stet>e>n.a, Ted. . Mr. Kennedy, Mr. Metz.­ Dirksen Senate Office Building: by SH. in the Hart Svmm.1. S~vna D. ' SH., In the Rw;.sell Tllu"JWnd, Strom ...... SR-21i Simon. Mr. Kohl, Mr. Thurmond, Mr. Hatch. Mr. Senate O!!lce Building, Washington, D.C. 20510.> Wallop, Malcolm . Republicans In Italic WarMr, John W. ...... SR-225 phrey. (45)) Witaon., Pete ...... SH-720 Committtt on La.bor 4"4 HMman Ruource1 S1dte No. Wl!'th. Tunothy E . !CO> ...... SR -380 Mr. Kennedy (chairman>. Mr. Pell, Mr.· Mt'tZ· enbaum. Mr. Mat.aunaca. Mr. Dodd. Mr. Simon, Mr. Vice President Qua11U. Dan ...... SD-202 Harkin, Mr. Ad&rna. Ms. Mlkul.AI, Mr. Hatch, Mrs. Adazns, Brock (WA l ...... SH -Sl3 BTANDINO COMMITTEES OP TIIE SENATE Kaasebaum. Mr. Jeffords, Mr. Coat.a, Mr. Thur­ Amutrong, Wilham L. (CO> ...... SH-528 mond, Mr. Durenberger, and Mr. Cochran. Baucua. Max (MT> ...... SH-706 Committee on Agriculture, Nulritiol'&, cind ForealT11 Bentsen. Lloyd <1'Xl ...... SH -703 Mr. Leahy . Mr. Pryor. Mr. Boren. Mr. Committtt on Rulu 4"4 Admiftutrution Biden, J~ph R ., Jr. (0El...... SR-221 Heflin. Mr. Harlun, Mr. Conrad. Mr. Fowler, Mr. Mr. Ford ...... SH-524 Da.schle, Mr. Baucua, Mr. Kerro. Mr. Lugar, Mr. Inouye, Mr. DeConcinl, Mr. Gore, Mr. Moynihan. BoJ&d, ChriltoJ>hn S. (MO>...... SR-293 Dole, Mr. Helms, Mr. Cochran, Mr. &o.chwltz, Mr. Mr. Dodd, Mr. Adama, Mr. Stevena, Mr. Hatfield. Boren. Da~ld L. ...... SR-453 McConnell, Mr. Bond, Mr. Wllaon, and Mr. Gorton. Mr. McClure, Mr. Helm&, Mr. Dole, Mr. Garn, and Ba1chwitz, Rud11 (MN> ...... SH-506 Mr. McConnell. Committee Oft Appropriation.i Bradley, Bill ...... SH-731 Committ« on Small B1Uinu1 Breaux. John B. (l.AJ ...... Mr. Byrd . Mr. Inouye, Mr. Hollinas. SH-Sl6 Mr. Bumpers . Mr. Nunn, Mr. Baucus, Bryan, Richard H . (NVJ ...... SR-364 Mr. Johnaton. Mr. Burd.Jck, Mr. Leahy, Mr. SuKer. Bumpers, Dale ...... Mr. Levin. Mr. Dixon. Mr. Boren, Mr. Hark.in. Mr. SD-229 Mr. DeConrtnl. Mr. Bumpers, Mr. Lautenl>f'nt. Mr. Kerry, Ms. Mikulski, Mr. Ueberman. Mr. Bosch· Burdick., Quentin N. ...... SH-511 Harkin, M.;.. M1kulslt1 Mr Rt'id. Mr Adami;, Mr. wiu. Mr. Kasten. Mr. Preasler. Mr. Wallop, Mr. Bunu, ConT'Cld (MTJ ...... SD- 183 Fowler. Mr. Kerrt:)'. Mr. Hatfield. Mr. Stevell5, Mr. Bond, Mr. Grassle; . Mr. Lott, Mr. Bum&, and Mr. Byrd, Robert C. ...... SD-567 Coau, Da.n ...... SR-411 D 'Amat.-0, Mr. Rudman. Mr. Specter, Mr. Domenic!, Committee on Veteran.a' Affairs Cochran., Tha.d . Mr. Mat.aunaca. Mr. Cohen, WiUia.m S. tMEJ.·...... SH 322 Co•unittee on A mud Seroicu DeConclnl, Mr. Mitchell. Mr. Rockefeller. Mr. Conrad, Kent ...... SD- 361 Mr. Nunn (Chairman>. Mr. Exon, Mr. Levin, Mr. Grah&nl, Mr. Murkowsltt. Mr. Simpeon, Mr. Thur­ CrAnaton. Alan ...... Kenned;·. Mr. Bin.'"&lnan, Mr. Dixon, Mr. Glenn, SH -520 Nr. Gore. Mr. Wirth, Mr. Shelby, Mr. Byrd, Mr. Da"1orth. Jolu• C. ...... SR-249 Omens or nm SDATS • Duchle, Thomas A. ...... SH-328 Mr. McCain, Mr. Wallop, Mr. Gort.on, Mr. Lotl, and President Pro Tempore-Robert C. Byrd. Duwn. Alan J . ...... SH-331 Mr. Coats. Secretary of the Senat.e-Walter J . Stewart. Sergeant at Arma of the Senate-Henry Kuua.loha Dodd, Christopher J . (C'fl ...... SR-444 Commitltt on Banking, Ho'IUing, 4nd Urban ~.Robert ...... SD-434 Secretary for the MaJortty-C. Abbot.l Saffold. I>urnibe~r. David ...... SR-154 Mr. Riegle (chairman>. Mr. Cranston, Mr. S&r· &cretary for th~ Minortt.y-Howard 0 . Orttne, Jr. f'xon. J . J&nles ...... SH-330 b&nea>, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Dixon. Mr. Buser. Mr. San­ Chaplain of the &nate-Reverend Richard C. Jo'ord , Wen~ll H. ...... SR- 173A ford, Mr. Shelby, Mr. Graham, Mr. Wirth, Mr. Halven;on, L.L.D .. D.D. Fo"'·ler, Wyche, Jr. ...... SD-505 D'Amato. Mr. Gramm, Mr. Bond, Mr. Mack. Mr. UNITED STATES SUPREME COURT Glenn. John ...... SH-503 Roth, Mn. Kassebaura, and Mr. Pressler. Chief Justice Rehnquist., of Ariz.on&. Gore, Albert, Jr. ...... SR-393 Committee on CM Bud(1et Justice Brennan, of New Jersey. &orton, S~ ...... SH-730 Justice White, of Colonuio. Urah&lll, Bob ...... SD-241 Mr. Sasser . Mr. Hollings, Mr. John· Justice Marsha.II, of New York. tiramm, Phil ...... SR-370 st.on, Mr. Riegle, Mr. Exon. Mr. Lautenberg, Mr. Justice Black.mun, of Minnesota. Urauley, Charle• E. ...... SH- 135 Simon. Mr. S&nford. Mr. Wirth, Mr. Fowler. Mr. Justice Stevell5, of lllinol.s. Hukin, Tom ...... SH-316 Connui, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Robb, Mr. Domenic!, Mr. Justice O'Connor. of Arizona. Hatch., Orrin G. Scalia, of Vircinia. HatJteld, llarlc 0 . ...... SH-728 Hnnz, John ...... SR-277 Gramm. and Mr. Bond. or nm SUPllDO Cot11tT Htl17U, JUM ...... SD-403 Committtt on Com~rce, Sctence, and Omens H·lllinp, Ernest F . ...... SR- 125 Tranaportation Clerk-Joeeph P . Spaniol. Jr. Humphrey, Gordon J. ...... SH-531 Mr Hollings ...... SH 722 Mr. Exon, Mr. Gore, Mr. Rockefeller, Mr. Bent.sen, Marshal-Alfred WOfll'. JeffONU, Jama II. ...... SD-S30 Reporter of Decislona-Frank Wacner. Johnston. J . Bennett (l.AJ...... SH-136 Mr. Kerry, Mr. Breaux. Mr. Bryan, Mr. Robb, Mr. AdmlrWitrative Assistant to the Chief Justice-Noel Kcuaebaum., Na'fl('JI LcuutOR ...... SH-110 Mr. Ka.st.en, Mr. McCain, Mr. Burtlli, Mr. Gorton, Kennedy, Edw&rd M. ...... SR-315 and Mr. Lott. ' Kerrey, B.:>b ...... SH-302 Public Information Officer-Torti House. Kerry, John F . (MA> ...... SR-421 Committee on Ent!V11 and Natural Re&ourcu Mr. JohnBton ...... SH-702 UNITED STATES JUDICIAL CIRCUITS Lautenberg, Prank R. (NJ> ...... SH-717 Ford, Mr. Mt'tzenbaum, Mr. Bnuiley, Mr. Binira· Leahy, Patrick J . ...... SR-433 man. Mr. Wirth. Mr. Connui, Mr. Heflin, Mr. .JUSTICES ASSIGNED Le\'ln, Cul ...... SH -306 Committee! on Environnunt and Pub!ic Work& Ftrsl iMdicial circuit· Justice Brennan. Maine, Mack.. Connie ...... SH 109 Mr Burdick. ...... SR 111 Mitchell. Mr. Baucua, Mr. Laut.enberg, Mr. Breaux, Second ;,uticial circuit· Justice Marshall. Con­ McClure, Jama A. ...... SH 309 Mr. Reid, Mr. Graham, Mr. Ueberman. Mr. Chafee, McConnell, Mitch ...... SR 120 necticut. New York, Vermont. Mr Simpson. Mr. Symms, Mr. Durenberger. Mr. Third Judicial circMit· Justice Brennan. Delaware. Mttu-nbaum, Howard M. .. . SR 140 Warner. Mr. Jeffords, and Mr. Humphrey. MikulskL Ba.rb&ra A. ...... SH 320 New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virvin lslands. Mitchell, George J . ...... SR 176 Committee on Finance Fourth J1u1icia.l circuit· Chief Justice Rehnquist. Moynihan, Danie I Patrick t NY 1. SR 464 Mr lk11tscn . Mr. Matsunaga, Mr. Maryland, North C&rolina. South C&r0lina, Virgin· Jlurlco1J1ski, Frank H . ...... SH -709 Moy111h11.n , Mr Baucus, Mr. Boren. Mr. Bradl!'y, 1&.. West Virginia. NicJ..·U-.1. Don ...... Mr Mitchell, Mr. Pryor. Mr Riegle. Mr. Rockefel· SD-303 ler. Mr. Daschle. Mr Packwood, Mr. Dole. Mr. Mississippi, Texas. Packwood.. Bob ...... SR-335 Michigan, Ohio, Tennea&eoe. Durenber"er. Mr Armstrong, and Mr. Symms. Prtulcr, LaT'T'JI ...... SH 133 Sewnth judictal circuiL· Justice Stevell5. Illinois, Pryor. David ...... SR-264 Committee on Fortign Relation& lndiana, Wi.scoll5in. Reid, Harry ...... SH-324 Riegle, Donald W ...Jr . . Mr. Biden, Mr. Sarb&nes, Eighth ;,uticial ciT'C1tiL· Justice Black.mun. Arkan· Robb. Charles. S . (VA> ...... SR-493 Mr. Cranston, Mr. Dodd, Mr. Kerry, Mr. Simon. sas. Iowa. Minneaot.a, Missouri, Nebraska. North Rockefeller. John D .. IV ...... SH-724 Mr. Sanford. Mr. Moynihan, Mr. Robb, Mr. Helms, Dall.ota, South Dakota. Roth, William V., Jr. ...... SH-104 Mr. Lug&r, Mrs. K&Mebaum, Mr. Boschwltz, Mr. Ninth ;,uticial circuit· Justice O'Connor. Alaska. R1'dman, Warrni ...... SH -530 Prei;.sler. Mr. Murkowskl, Mr. McConnell. Mr. Hum­ Arizona. California, Idaho, Montana, Nevada. Sanford, Terry ...... SH-7HI phrey, and Mr. Mack.. Oregon. Washlnat.on. Guam, Hawaii, Northern Sarbanes, Paul S . ...... SR-383 Committee on Governm4!?ltal Affair• Te-nth judicial circuit: Juatlce White. Colorado, Shelby. Richard C . ...... SH-313 Mr Glt'nn . Mr. Nunn, Mr. Levin. Mr. Kans&li, New Mexico, Oklahoma. Ut&h, Wyoming. Rlmon. Paul cIL>. .. SD-462 Sa.s.sf>r. Mr Pryor. Mr. Bingaman. Mr Kohl. Mr Ele1~th Judicial circuit: Justice Kennedy. Ala· Simpso11. Alan IC . nnan. Mr. R ::> th, Mr. Stevens. Mr Cohen Mt b&ma. Florida. Georgia. S~tl'r , Arlen cPAl .. Sii 303 Rudma11 . Mr lfri111.. aud Mr Wilson Ft'dt'rol wdinal circuit Chlt-f Justice Rehnqubt