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Extensions of Remarks E1408 HON. ED PERLMUTTER HON. KENNY E1408 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 1, 2015 Seniors are among the most physically vul- been recognized with several awards, includ- PERSONAL EXPLANATION nerable to hunger. They face unique nutritional ing West Chamber Businessman of the Year, requirements, medical conditions and mobility The Sentinel Newspaper Man of the Year, and HON. KEVIN BRADY restrictions. In addition to the lack of access to The Rocky Mountain News Milestone Award. OF TEXAS nutritious foods, many seniors are not able to Congratulations to Thomas Murray for this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES absorb certain foods, compromising their well-deserved honor by the West Chamber. I Thursday, October 1, 2015 health and putting them at risk for increased am grateful for his contributions to Jefferson Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on roll- long-term care and hospitalization. County. Although hunger and malnutrition affect so call No. 527, had I been present, I would have many in our communities, Congress is not voted yes. f doing enough to address these issues. In- f stead, we’ve seen Congress try time after time CELEBRATING THE 65TH ANNIVER- IN RECOGNITION OF WORKING to cut funding for the Supplemental Nutrition SARY OF DALLAS CHRISTIAN AMERICANS AND MANUFAC- Assistance Program (SNAP), which provides COLLEGE TURING DAY food for more than 45 million Americans. We’ve also seen Congress attempt to roll back HON. GENE GREEN school meal standards, which are aimed to im- HON. KENNY MARCHANT OF TEXAS prove nutrition among children. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cutting funding for nutritional programs will OF TEXAS Thursday, October 1, 2015 not save the federal government money. We IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES know that hunger and malnutrition increase Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, risk of illness and result in longer hospital Thursday, October 1, 2015 I rise to recognize the hard working men and stays, slower healing, greater risk for re-hos- women of Northside and Eastside Houston pitalizations and complications. Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today and Harris County, Texas and the valuable As a government so concerned about health to celebrate 65 years of successful expansion contributions manufacturers give to our local care costs, how are we not laser-focused on of education and Christianity through Dallas economy. the nutritional status of patients? We seek so- Christian College founded right outside of The 29th District of Texas is one of the larg- lutions for health care costs every day, par- downtown Dallas in 1950. est manufacturing districts in the country. Home to the Port of Houston, the Houston ticularly from those dually eligible for Medicare Dallas Christian College (DCC) was estab- Ship Channel, and the largest petrochemical and Medicaid. However, it is clear that nutri- lished by church leaders and an enthusiastic tional status deserves more attention. complex in the country, over 31,000 people and determined man named Vernon Newland. work in the refineries, chemical plants, pipe September 28 through October 2 has been Vernon had a tough childhood that would push designated as Malnutrition Awareness Week. and metal manufacturers and machine shops him to strive for a better life for himself and throughout our district. Let us use this as a call to action to increase others. Being sent to live with his grandmother Many of these jobs demand technical skills, awareness and find solutions that support bet- at the age of nine Vernon wanted to share training, and years of experience and have ter nutrition for our communities. Healthy citi- God with people all over the world. As Vernon provided good, middle class wages that have zens mean a healthy society and healthy and several family members were traveling to paid off many house notes and college tuition economy. conduct mission work they were sent to a Jap- bills in my district. f anese internment camp shortly after arriving in For the third year in a row, Houston leads THOMAS MURRAY the Philippines. They remained there for al- the nation in merchandise exports—sending most three years as they were taken right $119 billion in manufactured goods overseas. after Pearl Harbor had occurred. It was when The majority of these exports are related to HON. ED PERLMUTTER Vernon and his family members returned to the oil, gas, and chemical industries. OF COLORADO the United States that he was motivated to in- I proudly stand with manufacturing workers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES crease involvement in the church amongst the in Houston and around the country, who go to Thursday, October 1, 2015 population. work each day without complaint, and con- tinue to make the label ‘‘Made in America’’ the Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise The Dallas Christian College was one of gold standard in quality worldwide. today to recognize and applaud Thomas Mur- several schools Vernon had established, along Now is the time for Congress to stand with ray for receiving the Jefferson County 2015 with approximately two dozen churches and working families and our nation’s manufactur- Hall of Fame Award from the West Chamber. new ones coming along every two months or ers and reauthorize the Export-Import Bank. The Hall of Fame Award recognizes out- so. DCC was quickly expanding. With such Ex-Im supports thousands of jobs throughout standing individuals who have had significant, growth, by the 1960s DCC needed more our great country at no cost to the American long-lasting impacts through their leadership space and relocated to its current home in people. and contributions to Jefferson County’s econ- Farmers Branch, which resides in the 24th dis- f omy, community and legacy. trict of Texas. As DCC grew so did its mission, Tom has certainly cemented his place in its reach expanded to troubled neighborhoods FAYE GRIFFIN Jefferson County history by laying down the and was known for students and alumni to building bricks of the community. Tom, CEO of serve in urban centers all over the country. HON. ED PERLMUTTER Lakewood Brick and Tile, inherited the busi- The school would also begin offering new pro- OF COLORADO ness from his father and learned the values of grams teaching psychology, business, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hard work and leadership from a young age. education, attempting to broaden the horizons Thursday, October 1, 2015 One of Tom’s biggest passions is education. of its students and prepare them for different Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise In the 1980s, he served as co-chair of the paths in life. today to recognize and applaud Faye Griffin Steering Committee of the Education-Business Today DCC aims to educate and mentor the for receiving the Jefferson County 2015 Hall of Partnership for the Lakewood Chamber. Tom Fame Award from the West Chamber. went on to become General Chairman of Edu- student body under God’s influence and pre- pare them for all that life may bring. Training The Hall of Fame Award recognizes out- cation 2000 for Jefferson County Schools, a standing individuals who have had significant, position he maintained for four years. He has for service to the church and Christian ministry has been significant to the school’s mission. long-lasting impacts through their leadership also served on the boards of the Jefferson and contributions to Jefferson County’s econ- The college wants to ensure that the student Foundation, Warren Vocational Technical High omy, community and legacy. School, and Jefferson County Advisory Coun- body is well educated and mentored in many Faye Griffin started her forty year career in cil for Vocational Education. aspects of life. Jefferson County working in the County Clerk Today, Tom continues this dedication to Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to recognize & Recorder office for 24 years. Eventually education by serving on the Jefferson County the 65th anniversary of Dallas Christian Col- serving as Chief Deputy of the department, Schools’ Capital Improvement Plan Oversight lege. I ask all of my distinguished colleagues Faye helped modernize technology and co- Committee and coaching football at Lakewood to join me in celebrating this milestone in the ordinated successful general and primary elec- High School. Tom’s exceptional work has college’s history. tions. In 2006, Faye was elected Treasurer VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:33 Oct 02, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01OC8.008 E01OCPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS October 1, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1409 and served in this capacity until 2008 when RECOGNIZING MINNESOTA’S OWN level of staffing, strict proactive code enforce- she was nominated to the Board of County FEDERAL DUCK STAMP WINNER ment, the advanced municipal fire system, and Commissioners. the aggressive fire investigation programs In her six years on the Board of County HON. TOM EMMER have proven effective in reducing fires. Commissioners, Jefferson County reached a OF MINNESOTA Beyond their roles in fire emergencies, the balanced budget every year and earned ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Teaneck Fire Department remains committed traordinary financial ratings from several na- to serving the residents through their innova- Thursday, October 1, 2015 tional rating organizations. As a Commis- tive Good Morning Check-Up Program. This sioner, she helped bring attention to Human Mr. EMMER of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I program is designed for shut-ins and senior Services programs to aid children and families rise today to recognize Robert Hautman of citizens who live alone and have no one to in need and amended the Zoning Resolution Delano, Minnesota on his impressive second look in on them on a regular basis. The pro- to simplify the zoning application process. place finish in the 2015 Federal Duck Stamp gram provides subscribers with a telephone Currently, Faye serves as Jefferson County Contest.
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