November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2347 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

HONORING CPL. WALTER OLLIFF eran; one may be in your family, a special DIETARY MEDICAL EXPENSES MOORE, USA friend, someone you pass on the street, or he or she may be the guy living next door. HON. DAN BURTON HON. JACK KINGSTON OF INDIANA f OF GEORGIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, November 10, 1999 TRIBUTE TO DAVID BREWER Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, today Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, when Presi- I am pleased to introduce legislation to amend dent Eisenhower signed a proclamation ex- SCOTT McINNIS the Internal Revenue Code to provide that amounts paid for foods for special dietary use, panding the observance of Armistice Day to OF COLORADO the commemoration of Veterans Day in 1954, dietary supplements, and medical foods be he called for a day to `` * * * let us solemnly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES treated as medical expenses. There is an increasing amount of scientific remember the sacrifices of all those who Wednesday, November 10, 1999 data demonstrating the benefits of good nutri- fought so valiantly, on the seas, in the air, and tion, education, and appropriate use of dietary on foreign shores, to preserve our heritage of Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to supplements to promote long-term health. freedom, and let us reconsecrate ourselves to take a moment to honor the courageous be- Many Americans rely on dietary supplements the task of promoting an enduring peace so havior of David Brewer. On August 15, David's as a means of maintaining good health and for that their efforts shall not have been in vain.'' daughterÐMarettaÐfell through a plate glass some, to improve health conditions. Addition- Thursday is Veterans Day, and we owe it to window, lacerating her arm and putting her life ally, children with inborn errors of metabolism, the men and women who have served our na- in eminent peril. Fortunately for Maretta, her and pervasive development delays such as tion in the Armed Forces to remember their calm and even-headed father applied pressure autism require special diets and supplements sacrifices and to honor them for the freedoms to her arm, saving both her arm and life. that can create a significant cost burden to they have guaranteed for us today. Since While saving the life of his beautiful daugh- families. All individuals with autoimmune dis- 1775: 41,882,000 Americans have served their ter is clearly enough reward in and of itself, orders, chronic inflammatory disease, and dia- nation through eleven major conflicts; Mr. Speaker, I thought that it was important betes have special dietary needs incur signifi- 1,091,200 have died in service to our country; that we all congratulate and thank David for cant expenses in regard to these needs. A 18,968,000 veterans of America's wars live in his admirable behavior. Though none of us long-term cost savings will be realized in our communities today; and another would ever wish to be thrust into a perilous sit- health care by the adherence to special die- 30,638,000 living ex-service members or uation like Maretta's and David's, if we were, tary needs of individuals with certain disease peacetime veterans are our neighbors. we could only hope to act as calmly and and disorders through the slow down in pro- We must commemorate this day by remem- bravely as David Brewer. gression of disease and better quality of life. bering our veterans are our grandfathers, fa- The inclusion of dietary supplements as a thers, and brothers, uncles and aunts, or the f medical exemption, will in no way re-designate guy next door. Most do not seek recognition them as drugs for regulatory purposes under for their sacrifices, but spend the eleventh TRIBUTE TO LOYD WELCH the Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act. hour, of the eleventh day, of the eleventh DSHEA required the FDA to promulgate month, remembering, reliving their experi- reasonable guidelines to regulate the content ences, and praying for their fallen comrades. HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK of dietary supplement labels. The goal of this Walter Olliff ``Ollie'' Moore is one of those requirement is to insure that the labels give OF NORTH CAROLINA veterans. Unpretentious. A resident of Millen, consumers necessary information for decision- Georgia, he was the guy next door in 1949. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES making in supplement selection and usage, Engaged to be married to Miss Jacklyn Miller, without making claims regarding medical or Wednesday, November 10, 1999 he entered the service at Fort Jackson, South disease benefits. Carolina. With war erupting in Korea in 1950, Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of The FTC currently enforces a standard for as a U.S. Army Infantryman he was trans- Veterans Day, I rise to bring to the attention advertising that conflicts with the intent of ferred to the combat zone and assigned to of the House the extraordinary accomplish- DSHEA. The FTC does not allow the same in- Company D, 19th Infrantry Regiment. Ollie ments of Loyd Welch. Mr. Welch, a recipient formation in advertising of dietary supplements was wounded in action in November of that of the Silver Star, deserves recognition for his that is allowed in labeling of the same prod- year. He recovered and returned to action on valiant bravery on behalf of the American peo- ucts. Dietary supplement manufacturers are the front lines. He was captured by the enemy ple while a member of our Armed Forces. I currently allowed to make some statements in and was held captive as a Prisoner of War at am proud to represent Mr. Welch in Congress. the labeling regarding the benefits of calcium, Pyo Dong, Camp #5, in North Korea until Sep- vitamin C, and other common supplements tember 1953. Corporal Moore returned home Loyd Welch, now 74, fought in the 36th In- that have been studied extensively. However, to Georgia in October 1953, married Jackie in fantry Division as a machine gunner during the FTC makes it very difficult for this useful February 1954, became a father to Walter Jr., World War II. In October of 1944, German information to be used in the advertising. This and settled in as the guy next door. forces began an attack on his group. Through- makes no sense. The information that the Ollie is one of 41,882,000 American Vet- out the onslaught, Mr. Welch held his position, FDA allows as part of the labeling of a dietary erans who has sacrificed for our nation, one of firing his machine gun until it finally over- supplement should also be allowed in adver- 6,807,000 who served during the Korean con- heated. However, his determination did not di- tising the same supplement, yet the FTC is flict, one of 7,140 Americans known to have minish when his weapon failed. Instead, Mr. seeking to regulate the advertising of dietary been held as a POW in Korea, one of 2,814 Welch lobbed hand grenades at the enemy, supplements by denying to consumers the of those ex-POW's surviving today, and today wounding at least 25 German troops. In the very information that the DSHEA required the one man in a community of over 273 million end, he allowed his company to complete its FDA to allow be used. This dual and con- grateful Americans. We owe Ollie and the mission by his actions. tradictory set of regulations undermines the in- many Americans like him a debt of gratitude Mr. Loyd Welch is an outstanding and inspi- tent of Congress. every day. On Thursday, we must all take a rational individual. His bravery and courage I urge my colleagues to co-sponsor this In- moment to pay homage to those who have during this operation and throughout his serv- ternal Revenue Code amendment. It would in- contributed so much to the preservation of our ice to our country is admirable and should be sure that all Americans with medical condi- nation. You do not have to go far to find a vet- commended. tions that require special dietary approaches

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VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11NO8.000 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2348 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 and individuals who are maintaining better service and civic duty. Sadly, Muriel recently TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM ANDREW health through the use of dietary supplements passed away. WHISENHUNT will not carry the burden of this additional ex- Muriel's many achievements and interests pense alone. speak well of the hard working woman that HON. JAY DICKEY f she was. She was born in Mancos, Colorado, OF ARKANSAS on January 2, 1908. Muriel graduated from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO RACHELLE F. Northwestern University with a degree in edu- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 JAMERSON cation after which she dedicated much of her time and energy to students and education, in- Mr. DICKEY. Mr. Speaker, one of the high- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN cluding Mrs. Trundell's Private School in est compliments a person can receive is to be OF SOUTH CAROLINA Huning Castle. In addition to being a devoted called a ``servant,'' someone who gives of him- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member of the Saint Paul Lutheran Church for self for others. A man that I have known for many years, a man of outstanding reputation, Wednesday, November 10, 1999 over 50 years, Muriel was a former member of the Order of the Eastern Star and a member a man who has given a large part of his life Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of the Lew Wallace Chapter of the D.A.R. in service to his neighbors, a man respected pay tribute to Ms. Rachelle F. Jamerson, this As is evident from her devotion to her faith by his peers, is about to make a major change year's National Minority Female Entrepreneur and her family, Muriel will be greatly missed in his life. The people of the fair state of Ar- as chosen by the U.S. Department of Com- by all. She is survived by her daughter, her kansas would be remiss if they did not ac- merce's Minority Business Development Agen- brother, her two grandchildren, and her three knowledge that change. cy. Ms. Jamerson is most deserving of this great-grandchildren. Andrew Whisenhunt of Bradley, in Lafayette award and I am pleased to count her among It is with this, Mr. Speaker, that I say thank County in Southwest Arkansas, was born in the constituents of South Carolina's Sixth Con- you to a fine and cherished woman. Her mem- the town of Hallsville, Texas. His family, how- gressional District. ory of love and dedication will live on forever. ever, moved to the Natural State while Andrew Before finishing high school, this ambitious was still a baby. Though technically this entrepreneur put her talent for sewing and f means that he is not a native, Andrew is Ar- fashion design to work. Because no bank kansas through and through. would take a gamble on a 16-year-old seeking HONORING AMERICA’S VETERANS He has long been in the public eye, and to start a business, she raised her own capital soon Andrew will step down from the presi- by designing clothes, producing fashion HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY dency of the Arkansas Farm Bureau Federa- shows, and creating a line of Greek para- OF INDIANA tion after thirteen years. A modern-day tiller of phernalia. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the soil, he has been a farmer for as long as he can remember, as was his father before She attended Winthrop College in Rock Hill, Wednesday, November 10, 1999 SC, and graduated with a bachelor of science him. With loving support from his wife Polly, in Fashion Merchandising. In further devel- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my great and with help from his five childrenÐWarren, oping her entrepreneurial interests, Ms. honor to take this moment to salute each and Terri, Tim, Julie, and BryanÐAndrew has built Jamerson also attended a summer design every distinguished individual who has served the farm where he has lived almost all his life session at the Fashion Institute of Technology our country in the United States Armed into what has been called a model of modern in New York in 1988. Forces. Our veterans should be commended agriculture. It is a testimony to his abilities that By the age of 33, Ms. Jamerson had for their outstanding contributions and dedica- his family was selected Farm Family of the parlayed her early success in designing and tion; they have made America great. Year and that he personally was chosen as selling women's wear into a diverse business Every November 11, Americans take the the ``Progressive Farmer Magazine's Man of that includes a nail salon, travel agency, finan- time to say thank you for the freedom we so the Year in Arkansas Agriculture.'' cial counseling service and a deli. This ``one- often take for granted. This country should not His love for his chosen profession has car- stop shopping'' vision grew out of a need Ms. forget that freedom has a price. The sacrifices ried him far beyond the fencerows of this Jamerson perceived in her hometown of of those men and women who serve in uni- 2,000-acre cotton, rice, soybean, and wheat- Orangeburg, SC. form, as well as their families, have secured and-grain operation. The journey began when The name of her business ``Rachelle's Is- our liberty. We also need to recognize those he joined the Lafayette County Farm Bureau land'' is a reflection of her vision. Her concept that have paid the ultimate price of giving their in 1955. By the time Andrew was elected to is that every visit to her store will seem like a lives for something greater than themselves. the Board of Directors of the Arkansas Farm mini-vacation. The idea has caught on and the However, we cannot wait any longer to tell the Bureau in 1968, he had served in almost number of ``vacationers'' visiting Rachelle's Is- veterans of today that they are important. It is every office in his county organization, includ- land continues to increase. Ms. Jamerson's re- time to say thank you. ing president. In his early years on the Farm ported sales exceeded $500,000 in 1998. I am a strong supporter of the National Bureau state board, he worked on several key I applaud her ingenuity for turning a sewing World War II Memorial which is to be built in board panels, including the Executive and skill into a diverse business. Such talent and Washington, DC. The site, located between Building committees. The latter panel's work vision are the hallmarks of a successful entre- the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington resulted in the construction of Farm Bureau preneur. Ms. Jamerson has demonstrated that Monument, was dedicated by President Clin- Center in Little Rock in 1978. she has an abundance of both. ton in 1995. The American Battle Monument His fellow board members thought enough Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me today in Commission has been working hard to raise of his personal industry and leadership abili- honoring Rachelle Jamerson for her out- the money to build the monument, for which ties that they elected him their secretary-treas- standing achievements as an entrepreneur. they expect to break ground on Veteran's Day urer in 1976, an office he held for ten years. Her hard work and dedication should be com- 2000. This is supported by all veteran's asso- During that time, Andrew was also active out- mended by this House. ciations, with the American Legion being one side of the Farm Bureau arena as, among f of the strongest supporters. Those interested other things, a charter member of the Arkan- in learning more about the efforts of the Amer- sas Soybean Promotion Board, and as former TRIBUTE TO MURIEL OLBERT ican Battle Monument Commission should president of both the American Soybean De- contact their local veterans' organization. velopment Foundation and the Arkansas As- SCOTT McINNIS I am proud of the thousands of veterans sociation of Soil Conservation Districts. In OF COLORADO who reside in the First Congressional District 1986, he was elected as president of the Ar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, it is my hope that, on kansas Farm Bureau. this Veterans Day, the residents of Valparaiso, During his tenure, the organization has en- Wednesday November 10, 1999 Portage, Chesterton, Beverly Shores, Kouts, joyed unprecedented growth in membership, Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Burns Harbor, The Pines, Porter, Ogden influence, and prestige. When Andrew accept- take a moment to recognize a woman who Dunes, Dune Acres, Whiting, East Chicago, ed the mantle of top leadership, the Farm Bu- was dedicated to the community, the church Gary, Lake Station, Hammond, New Chicago, reau represented some 121 farm and rural and her family, Muriel Olbert. In doing so, I Munster, Highland, Griffith, Hobart, Merillville, families in the state. Today, that figure stands would like to honor this individual who, for so Dyer, Schererville, St. John, and Crown Point at almost 215,000, the eighth largest Farm Bu- many years, exemplified the notion of public join us in recognizing these noble individuals. reau of the fifty states and Puerto Rico.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.018 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2349 As the Arkansas Farm Bureau has grown, HONORING MARGARET ‘‘PADDY’’ enormous influence in that region. For this Andrew's leadership has done likewise. As an WARD reason, it is important that we consider the en- influential member of the American Farm Bu- vironmental impacts of this merger. reau Executive Committee, he has traveled far HON. HELEN CHENOWETH-HAGE Mr. Speaker, the record of BP Amoco in Bo- and wide as an advocate, not just for Arkan- OF IDAHO livia, for example, causes me to have very sas farmers, but for American farm interests in grave reservations about this merger and its IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES international trade and foreign relations. He impact in Alaska. Pan-American Energy, a was a member of the Farm Bureau delegation Wednesday, November 10, 1999 South American subsidiary of BP Amoco, is that visited Russia after the fall of the Iron Mrs. CHENOWETH-HAGE. Mr. Speaker, I allegedly responsible for contaminating the Curtain to offer assistance to farmers and to rise today to honor American veterans of all drinking water supply of a rural Bolivian town. experience that nation's agriculture. Andrew wars for the sacrifices they've made to pre- The consistent failure of BP Amoco to deal was also a key player in delegations to China, serve our freedom, our heritage, and our with this relatively small issue in Bolivia raises Japan, and South America. He led a group of American way of life. On Thursday, November serious questions in my mind about the firm's Arkansas farm leaders on a visit to pre- 11, 1999, we will celebrate Veterans Day environmental sensitivity. NAFTA Mexico, and to deliver rice the Farm across America, and we have much to be Mr. Speaker, these environmental concerns Bureau had donated to a Central American vil- proud of in this great Nation of ours. I want to are serious and deserve our careful consider- lage devastated by Hurricane Mitch. Most re- personally offer my deepest thanks to the ation. I would like to call the attention of my cently, he was among U.S. farm leaders who brave soldiers who have either served or are colleagues to an excellent op-ed by Mr. Adam traveled to Cuba to see how trade with that currently serving in the Armed Services. Kolton, the Arctic Campaign Director of the nation might be re-established. In addition, I would like to pay a special trib- Alaska Wilderness League, which focuses on But Andrew's influence and tireless work ute to U.S. Airman Margaret ``Paddy'' Ward. the negative environmental implications of BP ethic embrace the non-farm sector as well. His As a 19-year-old Air Force enlistee, she ac- Amoco-ARCO merger. I insert the text of Mr. service to his local community includes county complished what no woman had before. She Kolton's article in the RECORD, and I urge my and city school boards, the local hospital became the first female member of the U.S. colleagues to give it careful attention. board, the Board of Florida College in Tampa, armed services to travel at twice the speed of AS BP AMOCO AND ARCO MERGER NEARS, FU- Florida, the Bradley County Chamber of Com- sound and only the second woman in the TURE OF THE ARCTIC WILDLIFE REFUGE IS merce, and his church. world to do so. Her historic flight took place in ENDANGERED When Andrew steps down as the president an F±106 Delta Dart, which traveled along the (By Adam Kolton) of the Arkansas Farm Bureau Federation in Atlantic coast in March 1963. Newspaper ac- BP Amoco's pending acquisition of ARCO December, the members of that great organi- counts describe how calm she was, despite will give the newly-merged company an enor- zation will miss him greatly. He has never the still experimental nature of her flight. Truly, mous presence in the Arctic National Wildlife been one to sit still, however, and chances are Airman Ward's flight is an inspiring story of Refuge, and an opportunity to preserve that that will never change. Unlike the `Old Soldier' personal bravery. ecologically fragile coastal plain for future gen- General Douglas MacArthur spoke of so many Mr. Speaker, I find it extremely heartening erations. decades ago, Andrew Whisenhunt will cer- that our country can produce someone so As the merger negotiations proceed, so tainly not ``fade away.'' As the new century young with such courage and enthusiasm. It is should worldwide public scrutiny of BP unfolds, the Farm Bureau's loss will undoubt- no wonder that with such people we have be- Amoco's plans for oil exploration in the refuge. edly be a gain somewhere else for all Arkan- come the successful nation that we are. The Arctic Refuge is the only conservation sans. Sadly, Airman Ward was taken away from area in the United States that safeguards a us a mere 10 years later at the age of 29. Yet complete range of Arctic and sub-Arctic eco- f we should remember her for the example that systems. It is home to more than 200 species she set. And if God has chosen that she die TRIBUTE TO HARLEY EXTINE of wildlife, including the largest international in youth, then we should console ourselves in migratory caribou herd in the world, denning remembering her as the youthful girl who polar bears, rare musk oxen, and hundreds of HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK climbed the heavens that historic day. thousands of migratory birds. The refuge is an OF NORTH CAROLINA Thinking upon her unique accomplishment, I international treasure. am reminded of a poem by Leonard Heath: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is no secret that BP Amoco is lobbying Yet spirit immortal, the tomb cannot bind thee, Wednesday, November 10, 1999 hard to drill in the coastal plain, and it's certain But like thine own eagle that soars to the sun that such drilling will seriously harm the envi- Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of Thou springest from bondage and leavest be- ronment in that environmentally fragile area. Veterans Day, I rise to bring to the attention hind thee More drilling for oil in Alaska is one of the of the House the extraordinary accomplish- A name which before thee no mortal hath oil industry's priorities. Both BP Amoco and ments of Harley Extine. Mr. Extine, a recipient won. ARCO are members of Arctic Power, a lobby of the Silver Star, deserves recognition for his Mr. Speaker, U.S. Airman Margaret ``Paddy'' group supported by the oil industry and the valiant bravery on behalf of the American peo- Ward was truly an American hero. state government of Alaska. Arctic Power has ple while a member of our Armed Forces. I f only one agenda itemÐto lobby Congress to am proud to represent Mr. Extine in Congress. open up the coastal plain for oil and gas drill- Harley Extine, now 55, was a soldier de- SERIOUS ENVIRONMENTAL QUES- ing. fending freedom in the Vietnam conflict. On TIONS ARE RAISED BY THE BP Amoco's acquisition of ARCO is before January 30, 1966, Mr. Extine's 101st Airborne MERGER OF ARCO WITH BP The United States Federal Trade Commission. Division came under sniper fire on a rice AMOCO It is our hope that BP Amoco's poor environ- paddy in South Vietnam. Two soldiers went mental record will be considered as the merg- down with serious wounds. Mr. Extine dashed HON. TOM LANTOS er approval process proceeds. Better still, BP through the field to reach the wounded friends, OF CALIFORNIA Amoco could avoid great embarrassment, and disregarding his own safety. In fact, though IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES set an example as an international environ- the bullets continued flying through the air, Mr. mental leader, by canceling its dangerous Extine would not seek shelter until the wound- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 plans to drill for oil on the coastal plain. ed had been evacuated. His bravery and valor Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, a number of Such drilling would scar the coastal plain for took him into other battles, at one point seri- questions have been raised by the proposed decades. One need look no further than ously wounding Mr. Extine. Undeterred by the acquisition of ARCO by BP Amoco. Mega- Prudhoe Bay, the area to the west of the ref- wounds, he returned to serve a second tour in mergers are always matters of considerable uge and starting point for the Trans Alaska Vietnam. concern because of their potential economic Pipeline System. Development at Prudhoe Mr. Harley Extine is an outstanding and in- and business impacts. In this case, however, Bay has permanently altered more than 400 spirational individual. His bravery and courage there are serious environmental questions that square miles of pristine wilderness. The area during this operation and throughout his serv- need to be considered seriously. ARCO is a is now one of the world's largest industrial ice to our country is admirable and should be major participant in Alaskan oil exploration and complexes with more than 1,500 miles of commended. recovery, and the merged company will have roads and pipelines and thousands of acres of

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.021 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2350 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 industrial facilities. In 1997 alone, about 500 versity of Missouri have also called for making Act of 1999. This bill, when passed, will help oil spills occurred at this site, involving 80,000 this commonsense change to food policy. families, particularly children and the elderly, gallons of oil, diesel fuel, acid, biocide, ethyl- This legislation would contribute substan- have a better chance at better health through ene glycol, drilling fluid, produced water and tially to improving the nutrition and health of a adequate nutritional support. other materials. segment of our society that too often falls f Does Alaska need more of this type of envi- below recommended levels of nutrient con- ronmental degradation? Opening the coastal sumption. Scientific evidence continues to A TRIBUTE TO DR. JAMES D. plain to drilling will result in more of the same. mount showing that sound nutrition is essen- NORTHWAY THE BP AMOCO ENVIRONMENTAL RECORD tial for normal growth and cognitive develop- In Alaska and throughout the world, BP ment in children, and for improved health and HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY Amoco is not what its advertisements pro- the prevention of a variety of conditions and OF CALIFORNIA claim. Recent drilling activities in Bolivia re- illnesses. Studies have also shown, unfortu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nately, that many Americans do not have die- sulted in serious water contamination. BP Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Amoco's drilling subcontractor there refused to tary intakes sufficient to meet even the very continue work, as he became aware of BP conservative Recommended Daily Allowances, Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I Amoco's disregard for the water supply when or RDA's, for a number of essential nutrients. rise today to pay tribute to Dr. James D. drilling for oil in South America. Insufficient dietary intakes are particularly crit- Northway, who is retiring later this year from BP Amoco this year pled guilty to a felony ical for children, pregnant women and the el- his position as President and CEO of Valley charge of dumping hazardous waste in derly. Children's Hospital in Madera, California. A recent study conducted by the Tufts Uni- Prudhoe Bay, and was fined $22 million. Dr. Northway was born in San Francisco on versity School of Nutrition, and based on gov- Doyon Drilling, a BP subcontractor, was re- July 22, 1935. He received his undergraduate ernment data, showed that millions of children cently fined $3 million after being found guilty and medical degrees from Stanford University. living in poverty in the United States have die- of illegally injecting hazardous waste back into After finishing medical school, Dr. Northway tary intakes that are well below the govern- the groundwater at the company's Endicott went to Salt Lake City in 1960 to begin the ment's Recommended Daily Allowance for a Field along Alaska's North Slope. The haz- specialty to which he would devote himself number of important nutrients. The study ardous waste eventually reached the surface throughout his careerÐpediatrics. There he found that major differences exist in the in- and contaminated the surrounding Beaufort began a series of residencies and research takes of poor versus non-poor children for 10 Sea. The company pleaded to 15 mis- fellowships in the field of pediatrics. out of 16 nutrients (food energy, folate, iron, demeanor counts of violating conditions of the Dr. Northway is a veteran of the military, magnesium, thiamin, vitamin A, vitamin B6, vi- having taken a leave of absence from his federal Clean Water Act, and was placed on tamin C, vitamin E, and zinc). Moreover, the probation for five years for ordering workers to practice from 1963 to 1965 to serve as Senior proportion of poor children with inadequate in- Surgeon in the U.S. Naval Medical Research dump thousands of gallons of toxic waste into takes of zinc is over 50 percent; for iron, over unprotected well shafts. Unit in Cairo, Egypt. Upon completing his tour 40 percent; and for vitamin E, over 33 percent. of duty, Dr. Northway returned to the U.S. and The BP Amoco merger would effectively For some nutrients, such as vitamin A and end competition for oil on the North Slope of proceeded to hold a number of teaching posi- magnesium, the proportion of poor children tion at the University of Utah, Indiana Univer- Alaska. BP Amoco/ARCO would effectively with inadequate intakes is nearly six times as control 74 percent of all Alaska oil activities, sity, and the University of California, San large as for non-poor children. Francisco. Dr. Northway still serves as Clinical 72 percent of the Trans-Alaska Pipeline, and Pregnant women also have high nutritional Professor of Pediatrics at the University of all North Slope oil extraction. Should a com- needs. Concerns about inadequate folate in- California, in addition to his other duties. pany with an abysmal environmental record take by pregnant women prompted the Public Since 1983, Dr. Northway has been Presi- have undue control over the one of the world's Health Service to issue a recommendation re- dent and Chief Executive Officer of Valley greatest natural treasures, Alaska? garding consumption of folic acid by all Children's Hospital. There he has overseen a We think not. The record speaks for itself, women of childbearing age who are capable facility that serves the entire Central Valley of and the future of an internationally significant of becoming pregnant for the purpose of re- environmental refuge is at stake. ducing the incidence of spina bifida or other California. Dr. Northway has helped to build f neural tube defects. That is why this change Valley Children's into one of the finest institu- has long been a priority of the Spina Bifida tions of its kind throughout the country. FOOD STAMP VITAMIN AND Association of America. In addition to his leadership of Valley Chil- MINERAL IMPROVEMENT ACT Furthermore, the percent of pregnant and dren's Hospital, Dr. Northway has been in- nursing women who get the RDA level of cal- volved in a number of professional associa- HON. DAN BURTON cium has dropped from just 24 percent in tions, holding the chairmanship of the Cali- OF INDIANA 1986 to a mere 16 percent in 1994. That's 84 fornia Children's Hospital Association and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES percent of women who aren't getting enough serving in the National Association of Chil- dren's Hospitals and Related Institutes. Dr. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 calciumÐwhich we know is critical to pre- venting the debilitating effects of osteoporosis. Northway's participation in these groups has Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, today And again, the evidence is that lower in- provided ample evidence of his unwavering I am pleased to introduce the Food Stamp Vi- come women, many of whom are eligible for commitment to the field of pediatrics and to tamin and Mineral Improvement Act of 1999. Food Stamps are more likely to have inad- the health of our children. This is a commonsense piece of legislation. equate intake of key nutrients. Women with in- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me It would give those Americans using food come of 130 percent or less of the poverty today in recognizing Dr. James D. Northway stamps the ability to purchase vitamin and level have higher rates of deficiencies in in- for his leadership in the field of pediatrics and mineral supplements for themselves and their take of Vitamins A, E, C, B±6 and B±12, as for his contributions to his community. We families. well as Iron, Thiamin, Riboflavin and Niacin send our sincere congratulations and wish him A similar bill was introduced with bipartisan than those with higher incomes. a very happy retirement. support in the Senate and already has the Obviously, the best way to obtain sufficient f support of the following organizations: the Alli- nutrient intake is through eating a variety of ance for Aging Research, the Spina Bifida As- nutritious foods, but some groupsÐparticularly THE SESQUICENTENNIAL OF CALI- sociation of America, the National those at the greatest risk, including children, FORNIA’S FIRST STATE CON- Osteoporosis Foundation, and the National pregnant women and the elderly who do not STITUTION Nutritional Foods Association. absorb nutrients as wellÐmay find it signifi- Nutrition experts such as Dr. Paul cantly difficult to obtain sufficient nutrient in- HON. TOM LANTOS Lachance, Chair of the Department of Food take through foods alone. Accordingly, many OF CALIFORNIA Science at Rutgers University, Dr. Jeffrey people in our nation do rely on nutritional sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Blumberg of Tufts University, Dr. Charles plements to ensure that they and their families Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Butterworth, Director of Human Nutrition at the are consuming sufficient levels of key nutri- University of Alabama Birmingham, and Dr. ents. Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, this year marks Dennis Heldman, Chair of the Department of I urge my colleagues to co-sponsor the the 150th anniversaryÐthe sesquicentennialÐ Food Science and Human Nutrition at the Uni- Food Stamp Vitamin and Mineral Improvement of the defining period in the founding of the

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.025 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2351 State of California. November 13 of this week Victor Van Bourg, one of the nation's leading hand with the many employee activities and will mark the anniversary of the adoption by labor union lawyers, who recently passed benefits and the active participation of many of the citizens of California of the first constitution away at the age of 68. the board members in various community of our state and the selection of the state's As a young man, Mr. Van Bourg joined the groups. These are but a few of many excellent first democratically elected governor. This con- building trades as a member of his father's examples of the dedication and foresight stitution expressed California's desire to be Local of the Painters' Union. He later attended shown by this bank. admitted to the United States, a request that the University of California at Berkeley where Mr. Speaker, that is why it is my pleasure to was granted on September 9, 1850, when he earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1953 congratulate the Olathe State Bank on the President Millard Fillmore signed legislation and his law degree from the University's Boalt well-deserved award and for the years of serv- making California our country's thirty-first Hall School of Law in 1956. ice and dedication to the community. state. Mr. Speaker, the path to California In 1964, Mr. Van Bourg co-founded the law f statehood began when the conflict with Mexico offices of Van Bourg, Weinberg, Roger & TRIBUTE TO DEPUTY TREASURY ceased in California in 1847. A number of Rosenfeld, one of the largest union-side law SECRETARY STUART EIZENSTAT United States citizens had already emigrated firms in the country. IN RECOGNITION OF HIS DISTIN- to the Golden State even before the war with During his career, he appeared numerous GUISHED SERVICE AWARD FROM Mexico, but with the end of hostilities, the times before the United States Supreme THE DEPARTMENT OF STATE number of emigrants increased. The discovery Court, the California Supreme Court, as well of gold at Coloma in January 1848 became as many other State and Federal Courts, and the catalyst which rapidly transformed our administrative agencies. One of his most re- HON. TOM LANTOS state. Word of the discovery of gold spread cent victories included a unanimous California OF CALIFORNIA slowly at first, until President James K. Polk in Supreme Court decision upholding the validity IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his State of the Union message to Congress of a labor agreement guaranteeing that all Wednesday, November 10, 1999 work on the San Francisco Airport's multi-bil- on December 5, 1848, officially confirmed the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, last night a lion dollar expansion project would be com- discovery. An influx of ``Forty-Niners'' invaded number of us joined in paying tribute to Dep- pleted with union workers. California, and the Gold Rush began. uty Secretary of Treasury, Stuart Eizenstat. He During 1849 some 100,000 people went to Mr. Van Bourg was a fierce believer that was honored at an event at the Department of California from the United States, Europe, and only through unions could workers gain the State by our Secretary of State, Madeleine K. other countries around the globe. The trip from strength to stand up to the otherwise unre- Albright, in recognition of his outstanding serv- the eastern states was long and difficultÐei- strained power of their employers, and he ice as Undersecretary of State for Economic, ther a perilous 17,000 mile journey from New spent his life trying to even the odds against Business and Agricultural Affairs. workers and unions. York around Cape Horn at the southern tip of Mr. Speaker, Secretary Eizenstat is an ex- Mr. Van Bourg represented workers all over South America and then to San Francisco or traordinary public servant who has undertaken the country, in every trade and profession a two-thousand-mile overland trip from the exemplary efforts during his career in Wash- where workers gathered in unions, from car- American Mid-West across roadless and ington. He served as the United States am- penters to costume designers, from teachers uninhabited territory. The sudden population bassador to the European Union, and then re- and professors to janitors, healthcare workers, explosion made it clear that government insti- turned to Washington where he has served in cement masons, and stationary and operating tutions needed to be established in the new three critical sub-cabinet posts in three key engineers. He also traveled abroad to meet United States territory. departmentsÐthe Department of Commerce, with workers and their unions in nations in- Mr. Speaker, the Congress was unable to the Department of State, and now the Depart- cluding Poland, the USSR, and Israel. act effectively to set up government institu- ment of Treasury, where he serves as Deputy Van Bourg was also General Counsel to the tions for California from the other end of the Secretary. Ironworkers' International Union for more than continent because transcontinental telegraph Mr. Speaker, I invite my colleagues to join a decade, spending much of his time in Wash- lines did not exist and the Pony Express had me in paying tribute to Secretary Eizenstat for ington, D.C., not only to represent the Iron- not yet been established. As a result, Califor- his dedicated and effective service to our na- workers' International, but also participating in nians took matters into their own hands. In tion on this occasion. I also ask, Mr. Speaker, the AFL±CIO's General Counsels' Committee, September of 1849, forty-eight delegates that the excellent remarks of Secretary and meeting with and advising labor leaders elected by their fellow citizens in California Albright honoring Secretary Eizenstat be met in Monterey to draw up a state constitu- from all over the nation. placed in the RECORD, and I also ask that the Mr. Van Bourg will be missed by his family, tion. The document was modeled after the remarks of Deputy Secretary Eizenstat in re- friends, colleagues, and members of the labor state constitutions of Iowa and New York, sponse and discussion of United States rela- community. He may be one of those remark- states from which several of the delegates tions with the European Union also be placed hailed. It established state government institu- able human beings who is truly indispensable. in the RECORD. tions and declared California to be a free f state, one from which slavery was to be ex- EU-EIZENSTAT DINNER TRIBUTE TO THE OLATHE STATE cluded. Californians ratified that constitution on Ambassador Laajava: High Representative BANK Solana; Secretary of State Valtasaari; November 13, 1849, and in that same election excellencies from the diplomatic corps; Sen- they chose a governor and other state offi- ators Baucus, Cleland, Lieberman and Sar- cials. SCOTT McINNIS banes; Congressman Lantos; members of the Mr. Speaker, this week as we mark the ses- OF COLORADO Eizenstat family; friends, colleagues and dis- quicentennial of the historic vote of the people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinguished guests: Good evening. of California adopting the first constitution of Wednesday, November 10, 1999 It is my great pleasure to welcome all of our state, I invite my colleagues in the Con- you to the State Department. We are gath- gress to join me in honoring this important Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I wanted to take ered here tonight for two very good reasons: milestone in the history of California which set this moment to recognize an exceptional bank to honor the Chiefs of Diplomatic Missions of in western Colorado. The Olathe State Bank in the Members of the European Union and the our state firmly on the path of statehood and European Commission; and to thank Stu a representative democratic government. Olathe, Colorado is known for its commitment to its community. Its commitment was recently Eizenstat for his magnificent job as Under f Secretary of State for Economic, Business recognized by the Independent Bankers of and Agricultural Affairs. A TRIBUTE IN MEMORY OF Colorado. In September, the Olathe State Ten years ago tonight, the Berlin Wall was VICTOR VAN BOURG Bank was awarded the 1999 Crown Service brought down from both sides, signalling an Award for Outstanding Service to the Commu- end to one chapter in the Euro-Atlantic Alli- nity. ance, and the beginning of another. HON. BARBARA LEE Since that time, the partnership between OF CALIFORNIA The award was in acknowledgment of the Bank's consistent and comprehensive commu- America and Europe has grown stronger and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES deeper, to take on new challenges not just on nity initiatives. Programs such as the scholar- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 the continent but around the globe. ship program, special checking accounts for Today, we are working together to advance Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, it is with a great high school students and a travel program for peace and stability in the Balkans, on the sense of loss that I rise to pay tribute to Mr. customers over 55 years of age, go hand in Korean Peninsula, and in the Middle East.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K10NO8.010 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2352 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 We are working to prevent the prolifera- No one else could have done what he did: to Last, it is particularly meaningful that tion of nuclear weapons, while fighting shine with an unwavering hand the light of this award is being given at a dinner in criminals, terrorists and drug traffickers truth; to advocate fairly but with unrelent- honor of the Ambassadors of the fifteen na- wherever they may be. ing honesty the need for justice; and to han- tions of the European Union, because so We are providing support for democracy dle a raft of deeply emotional issues with un- much of my work, and yours, Madame Sec- from Russia and Ukraine to Nigeria and In- matched dignity. For that work alone, Stu retary, has involved European relations. We donesia. earned the Economist’s praise as a ‘‘national are at the end of a century and a millen- And our $300 billion-a-year trading rela- treasure’’ but I think the entire world has nium. This nation was founded over two cen- tionship continues to grow, as we prepare to- reason to be grateful to this man. turies ago by people who took the best ideas gether for a new round of WTO negotiations. So now without further ado let me present and ideals from Europe and shaped them in None of this has happened by accident. It Deputy Secretary Eizenstat with the State the crucible of a new world. We gave the has been the result of hard work and detailed Department’s Distinguished Service Award: world an example of a democratic revolution planning, including long hours of close con- ‘‘For exceptional commitment to public and a democratic form of government. This sultations. The European diplomats whom service and the public interest in the execu- was our gift to Europe and the entire world, we honor here tonight have been an essential tion of U.S. foreign and economic policy as but it drew heavily from European philoso- part of that, and they deserve our heartfelt Under Secretary of State for Economic, phers and models. The 20th century has thanks. Business, and Agricultural Affairs from 1997– drawn us ever closer together across what And of course, no one has done more to 1999. Your countless contributions in the many now call the pond—the Atlantic Ocean. strengthen the U.S.-EU relationship than international economic sphere helped to In two world wars, the United States of Stu Eizenstat. make the United States an anchor of sta- America has expended vast resources and I first met Stu more than twenty years bility and hope for people throughout the seen the blood of its finest men and women ago, when he was the Domestic Policy Ad- world. In addition, your dedication, persever- shed, along with those of our European al- viser at the White House. Stu was young to ance and creativity opened new avenues to lies, some of whom make even greater sac- have that top job, but his boss at the time— obtain justice and closure for victims of the rifices, to secure democracy and freedom President Jimmy Carter—had a slogan: Holocaust in the United States and around against tyranny, brutality and dictatorship. ‘‘Why not the best?’’ And I am sure you will the world. Your personal example of values Europe’s cause became our cause because we all agree that Stu Eizenstat is the best. and morality in government service inspired realized that their liberty and our own secu- In the post-Cold War world, American se- all who served with you.’’ rity were inextricably intertwined. curity and prosperity depend increasingly on We were not content to simply win the a stable and growing world economy. When I REMARKS BY STUART E. EIZENSTAT War. Together we also won the peace, and we became Secretary of State, I wanted our di- AT PRESENTATION OF DISTINGUISHED SERVICE did so as partners. Through the Marshall plomacy to reflect that fact. AWARD BY SECRETARY OF STATE MADELEINE Plan we began the process of rebuilding war- So I asked Stu to make sure that the State ALBRIGHT torn Europe but also fostered European Department was doing its part to bring down Madame Secretary, your remarks and this unity, so that in the future great wars on the trade barriers; open new markets; coordinate award are especially meaningful for several European continent would be inconceivable. with our allies; and sustain what is now the reasons. First, that it has come from you, a longest economic expansion in American his- friend of over two decades, whose remarkable We created enduring institutions, military tory. Thanks largely to his efforts, the career I have watched up close—from our and economic, NATO, the Bretton Woods in- United States has remained a global leader years together at the Carter White House, stitutions (the IMF and World Bank) and the in economic diplomacy, with clear benefits our work on presidential campaigns; your OECD. Over four harsh decades, we stayed to- both for our country and the world. presidency of the Center for National Policy gether as the most intimate allies poised to And no one has done more to negotiate the which I helped found with you; and now at defend Europe and freedom against any So- very hardest issues raised by sanctions. It is the pinnacle, more than two exciting years viet threat. Together we won the Cold War testimony to his diplomatic skill that even working under your inspired leadership as to this day Stu Eizenstat remains on speak- Secretary of State. You have been not only and together we created a new opportunity ing terms both with Jesse Helms and France. a role model for women, who have seen you for a European continent united, whole, and We do not have time tonight to go over the shatter the glass ceiling in the field of diplo- free. No one has done more in our country, ex- full list of Stu’s professional accomplish- macy. But you have become the embodi- cept for the President himself, to bring life ments. Suffice it to say that on each of the ment, for all Americans and for people the to the dream of European unity than Sec- key international economic issues of the world over, of the foreign policy of the great- retary Albright. It was her vision and deter- past seven years, from outlawing foreign est nation on earth. By bringing me back to mination, together with our European allies, commercial bribery to launching a new the State Department, where I began this Transatlantic Economic Partnership, Stu Administration as Ambassador to the Euro- which made it possible for former Com- has been there, leading the way. pean Union, you gave me the opportunity to munist countries of the Soviet-dominated He has also been a great help to me in work again with the dedicated professionals Warsaw Pact to become members of NATO. reaching out to the business community, be- in the career Foreign Service and Civil Serv- It was she who led the charge within the Ad- cause there is no more natural a constitu- ice who give so much time and talent to this ministration to make NATO relevant to ency for a strong and successful American country—at home and abroad. I have been post-Cold War realities and who incorporated foreign policy. He has helped especially in privileged to serve with them. This award be- the lessons of World War II and the Holo- emphasizing the importance of resources to longs to them, as well as to me. I have seen caust by stemming Serbian aggression in back our leadership, and in taking the case American diplomats, among their other re- Bosnia and in Kosovo together with our Eu- for adequate foreign affairs funding to Cap- sponsibilities, time and again help our busi- ropean allies. Now that we together won that itol Hill. I know this remains a concern of nesses win contracts in the face of tough for- war, together we must win this peace as we Stu’s at his new post at Treasury. And I’m eign competition. Yet they receive so little did after World War II. sure he is supportive of my major preoccupa- credit and so few resources with which to My own efforts for this Administration tion this week, which is to say to Congress work. Our foreign affairs budget is less than have been inextricably intertwined with the that the time has come, at long last, this 1% of the Federal budget, but it makes 50% European Union. To me the two historic Eu- year, to pay America’s UN bills. of the history of our time. As you have said ropean events of the last half of the 20th cen- I suspect one of the reasons Stu Eizenstat so eloquently Madame Secretary, we cannot tury have been the end of Communism and has been so successful is because of his re- be a superpower on the cheap. It is urgent for the development of the European Union. The markable stamina and patience. He is fa- Congress to give the men and women who EU is one of the boldest visions and most mous for outlasting even his youngest col- conduct our foreign policy—political and successful experiments in peacemaking and leagues in all-night negotiations, and bring- economic—the support needed for America shared sovereignty in the history of the ing people together when most everyone else to continue to be the leading nation in the world. I have observed up close the develop- had given up. He is a living testament to world. ment of a single economic market, the cre- what a combination of determination and Second, just as you, Madam Secretary, ation of the Euro (which as early as 1993 I be- tuna fish sandwiches can do. have created a family spirit at the State De- lieved would be born), and the efforts to Stu has skill, determination and wit. That partment, I am deeply grateful that you build a commensurate political cohesion. We is a lot, but if it were all, I doubt we would would permit me to share this moment with recognize that Europe’s economic health is be honoring him here tonight. Stu Eizenstat some of my many family and friends who directly connected to ours, and we have built has shown throughout his career a dedica- have come from near and far to be here. To the world’s largest trade and investment re- tion not only to succeeding, but to suc- all of you, especially my dear wife Fran, my lationship. But, we also recognize that ceeding in the right cause, for the right pur- lifelong companion, adviser, and supporter, America cannot go it alone and achieve our pose, in the right way. He understands that my sons Jay and Brian and their wives Jes- political and economic objectives. We public service is not having a big office or a sica and Erin, and my mother Sylvia and strongly support the development of your fancy title, it’s about getting things that mother-in-law Sarah, thank you for being Common Foreign and Security Policy, whose matter done. here so that I can share this award with first High Representative, Javier Solana, is I don’t know a better example than Stu’s those who have done so much to make it pos- here, because we believe that with our leadership on the issue of Holocaust assets. sible for me to receive it. shared democratic, free market, pluralistic

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.029 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2353 values, this common EU policy will allow us strengthen a continued American commit- Tennessee State and Kentucky State. During to be even more effective partners in the 21st ment to constructive engagement around the that time he became the first coach to win century to protect freedom and human globe. Indeed, the enlargement of the Euro- three straight NAIA Championships. He also rights not only in Europe but around the pean Union is critical to the achievement of amassed four conference and two district world. the dream of President Clinton and Sec- In 1955, I was pleased to be part of the cre- retary Albright of a Europe united across old championships. ation of the New Transatlantic Agenda and East-west divisions. But it was his moves off the court that dem- in 1998 the Transatlantic Economic Partner- I close with a personal note. I am proud of onstrate Coach Mac's true grit. When he ship to bind us closer together in the post- my country. It is a selfless force for good and began his career as a basketball coach, the Cold War era and to try to nip contentious has done more than any nation to better the game was strictly segregated, including na- disputes in the bud. lot of mankind in this century. I am proud I tional championship competitions. In 1950, he Our work together last year in dealing could serve it—under Presidents Johnson, initiated and planned the mechanics for inte- with difficult economic sanctions legislation Carter, and Clinton, and with Secretaries grating black colleges into the NIAIA national affecting investments in Cuba and Iran Christopher and Albright—over the course of tournament. During the first integrated national turned a potential negative in our relations more than two decades, to return to this into a positive joint effort that led to a com- great and good nation a small part of what it tournament in 1953, his Tennessee State mon effort to promote human rights in Cuba has given to me, to my community, and to team won the first NAIA District 29 Champion- and to deter Iran from acquiring weapons of the world. And I am absolutely certain that ship. In 1954, the same team became the first mass destruction. America’s future in the new Millennium will NBCU to participate in a National Invitation And, my continued work with many of the be even greater than its past. Tournament. Just 3 years later, his team won nations of the European Union, including f its first NAIA Championship. The success of Germany today, is seeking to bring belated his team and other HBCUs forced the NCAA justice to the victims of the Holocaust, the TRIBUTE TO MACK DRAKE most profound human tragedy to occur on to desegregate its national tournament. the European continent. As a pioneer, Coach Mac blazed a trail of Through all of this certain lessons emerge HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK ``firsts'' that are unrivaled. Among those ac- that can guide our future partnership: OF NORTH CAROLINA complishments are his distinctions as: the first I have seen that when we act together IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES black to coach a professional basketball team, great things happen and the world takes no- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 the first black to coach a predominantly white tice and follows. I was privileged to be part collegiate team, the first black coach on the of the final negotiations for the Uruguay Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of Olympic coaching staff, and the first black Trade Round in Brussels where our last Veterans Day, I rise to bring to the attention coach to author a book on basketball. He also minute compromise on agricultural and in- of the House the extraordinary accomplish- dustrial issues broke a seven-year impasse escorted Earl and Harold Hunter to tryouts and gave the world the benefits of the great- ments of Mack Drake. Mr. Drake, a recipient with the professional Washington Caps in est trade liberalization in history. The part- of the Silver Star, deserves recognition for his 1950, and they became the first black players nership we were able to forge with the EU in valiant bravery on behalf of the American peo- to sign NBA contracts. Kyoto, Japan made possible the Kyoto Pro- ple while a member of our Armed Forces. I Up until the day of his death, October 9, tocol to combat global warming. am proud to represent Mr. Drake in Congress. 1999, Coach Mac was pursuing his latest America must unite with its allies in the Mack Drake, now 74, was a soldier defend- achievement, the establishment of the HBCU fight for freedom around the world. Although ing freedom in the Pacific during World War II. Heritage Museum and Hall of Fame. Just this we have the economic, political, and mili- One night during the invasion of Guam, the tary capability to wage this fight, America year, Durham, NC was chosen as the site for alone cannot be successful. In the immortal Japanese military engaged in a counterattack this facility. He certainly will be one of its first words of Thomas Jefferson, in our Declara- that wounded Mr. Drake and others, and left inductees. tion of Independence, we must have ‘‘a de- many killed. Despite his face and arm injuries, Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues cent respect to the opinions of mankind.’’ We Mr. Drake refused to evacuate the area and to join me in honoring John B. McLendon. A need our European allies and other allies as stood his ground on behalf of the United towering figure in a profession of giants. full partners in Europe and beyond. States. Mack Drake continued to fire until his f We must develop transatlantic relation- ammunition was depleted, all the while pro- ships with our private sectors, NGOs and tecting the right flank of his platoon. Even IN RECOGNITION OF THE DELEGA- civil societies. We will solidify our relation- upon the realization that he had no bullets left, TION FROM CALIFORNIA’S 9TH ships for the new post Cold War era by nur- CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT’S turing the business, labor, environmental Mr. Drake continued the fight by using gre- and consumer dialogues we have created. nades to defend his troop. Because of Mack PARTICIPATION IN THE VOICES With the interesting integration of the U.S. Drake's unflappable bravery, lives were saved AGAINST VIOLENCE YOUTH CON- and the EU our economies, we must involve and a massacre was averted. FERENCE IN WASHINGTON, DC our private sectors to help us resolve our dif- Mr. Mack Drake is an outstanding and inspi- ferences, enhance our workers’ rights, and rational individual. His bravery and courage HON. BARBARA LEE strengthen our environmental protections. during this operation and throughout his serv- OF CALIFORNIA U.S. policy on sanctions must be rational- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ized to better balance costs and gains and to ice to our country is admirable and should be provide ample Presidential discretion. It commended. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 needs to recognize we have a monopoly on f Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute, virtually no product and so to be effective congratulate and to honor Oakland's best and sanctions should always try to be multilat- TRIBUTE TO JOHN B. MCLENDON eral and include our European allies. Sanc- brightest youth: Mr. Davon Blackwell, Ms. Brit- tions should focus on rogue nations and HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN tany Dunning, Ms. Delanor Ford, and Ms. Magdalena Larios of McClymonds High those who threaten our national interests, OF SOUTH CAROLINA rather than on other countries, including School; Ms. Sonneng Chan of Castlemont IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES European, even if we disagree with their High School and Ms. Ann Nguyen of Skyline policies toward those countries. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 High School. I praise them for taking leader- The EU must not throw up artificial bar- Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ship roles in addressing the problem of youth riers to U.S. products or delay implementa- tion of WTO rulings—nor should we. These pay tribute to a basketball pioneer and a lead- violence in our community. These six students actions create unnecessary tensions and divi- ing force in desegregating collegiate and pro- represented my home district, the 9th Con- sions and undermine respect for the institu- fessional athletics. I rise today to pay tribute to gressional District of California, at the ``Voices tion we have created together. So too we the extraordinary John B. McLendon. Against Violence: Congressional Teen Con- must show the world we fulfill our obliga- Although Coach Mac, as he was affection- ference'' held on October 19th and 20th here tions, for example, by paying our arrears to ately known, was diminutive in stature, his in- in our nation's capital. the United Nations and other international fluence was gigantic in the game of giants. I commend these students for their efforts in institutions. For most, 40 years in coaching with a career working with federal law enforcement and edu- There remains a vital bipartisan center in our country for continued engagement in Eu- record of 523±165 is an outstanding achieve- cation officials, national legislators, and lead- rope and in the world, despite a chorus of op- ment. For Coach Mac, it is only the beginning ers of the entertainment industry to develop position from both sides of the political spec- of the story. substantive solutions related to youth violence. trum. European partnership and burden On the court, he led the men's basketball They made valuable contributions to the na- sharing with the U.S. can help nurture and programs at North Carolina Central, Hampton, tional dialogue by offering ideas on how our

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.032 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2354 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 nation can work together to tackle this prob- Dietary supplement manufacturers are cur- A TRIBUTE TO BETTY GARDNER lem on a national level as well as locally in our rently allowed to make some statements in the schools and communities. labeling regarding the benefits of calcium, vita- HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY These students, and their committed cam- min C, and other common supplements that pus coordinators, stand as shining examples OF CALIFORNIA have been studied extensively. However, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the type of determination, vision and energy FTC makes it very difficult for this useful infor- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 we as concerned adults, parents, and commu- mation to be used in the advertising. This nity members must exhibit in order to eradi- makes no sense. The information that the Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I cate the epidemic of youth violence. As I re- FDA allows as part of the labeling of a dietary rise today to pay tribute to Ms. Betty Gardner, flect upon my interactions with this cadre of who is retiring this month from her position as distinguished leaders, I cannot help but marvel supplement should also be allowed in adver- tising the same supplement, yet the FTC is President and CEO of the Kings Federal Cred- at the spirit of cooperation and commitment it Union in Kings County, California. they had between them. I firmly believe that if seeking to regulate the advertising of dietary supplements by denying to consumers the During her tenure, Ms. Gardner has over- we, in this great deliberative body, applied the seen a period of tremendous growth for the very information that the DSHEA required the same level of cooperation and commitment to Kings Federal Credit Union. In 1960, she FDA to allow be used. This dual and con- confronting the issue of youth violence that began serving credit union members from her these six students displayed, we would finally tradictory set of regulations undermines the in- home, slowly building the credit union's cus- put principle over politics and solve this prob- tent of Congress. tomer base. Nearly forty years later, the credit lem. I say, let them stand as a source of inspi- DSHEA required the FDA to promulgate union's membership has expanded to 11,000 ration and encouragement for us all. reasonable guidelines to regulate the content members, serving more than 180 select em- f of dietary supplement labels. The goal of this ployer groups. In the small rural communities DIETARY SUPPLEMENT FAIRNESS requirement is to insure that the labels give of Kings County, the credit union has played IN LABELING AND ADVERTISING consumers necessary information for decision a vital role in providing project financing and fi- ACT making in supplement selection and usage, nancial services for people who might not oth- without making claims regarding medical or erwise have access to those services. In addition to her leadership of the Kings HON. DAN BURTON disease benefits. Federal Credit Union, Ms. Gardner has been OF INDIANA Additionally, the bill will instruct the FDA to active in professional associations for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES withdraw the notice of proposed rulemaking credit union industry. In 1990±91, Ms. Gardner Wednesday, November 10, 1999 published in the Federal Register of April 28, served as chairman of the California Credit Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, today 1998, which attempts to regulate the types of Union League, working to improve the I am pleased to introduce the Dietary Supple- statements made concerning the effects of di- league's voting procedures. ment Fairness in Labeling and Advertising Act. etary supplements on the structure and func- Her advocacy for and interest in the credit When Congress enacted the Dietary Supple- tion of the body. In the Government Reform union industry also led her to travel on behalf ment Health and Education Act of 1994 Committee, we conducted a hearing in March of the industry. In October 1992 for example, (DSHEA), Congress intended to insure that all in which we discussed this very issue. The she spent five days in Gdansk, Poland, visiting Americans had access to factual and ade- FDA proposed rulemaking is in direct conflict new credit unions and assisting the Polish quate information about vitamins, minerals, with the intent of Congress in DSHEA. Preg- Credit Union Foundation in their development of new operations. and other dietary supplements so that they nancy and Aging are not disease states, but Ms. Gardner has been honored by the Cali- can make informed decisions about their under the proposed FDA rulemaking their re- health and well-being. fornia Credit Union League with a number of defining of ``disease'' would designate them as There is an increasing amount of scientific awards, including the 1994 Distinguished data demonstrating the benefits of good nutri- such. Furthermore, it was never Congress' in- Service Award, and the 1998 Leo H. Shapiro tion, education, and appropriate use of dietary tent that citations from credible scientific publi- Lifetime Achievement Award. supplements to promote long-term health. Ad- cations not be allowed in providing accurate She has also been actively engaged in the ditionally, preventive practices, including the information in labeling of dietary supplements. community, participating in Soroptimist Inter- safe consumption of dietary supplements will In passing this legislation, Americans will national, the Hanford Chamber of Commerce, play a role in significantly reducing health-care gain access to better information about the re- the Sacred Heart Hospital Board of Directors, expenditures in this country. At a time when search in dietary supplements. Additionally, the Business Development Committee, the we are looking at a doubling of our health care there will be access to fair and adequate re- American Cancer Society, and serving as a expenditures by 2007, it is very important to views of claims. This bill prescribes a method former chair of the Hanford Parks and Recre- find cost-saving measures such as the use of by which the FTC must act prior to filling a ation Commission. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me dietary supplements. complaint that initiates any administrative or The Government continues to provide fund- today in recognizing Betty Gardner for con- judicial proceeding alleging noncompliance by ing to Agencies such as the National Institutes tributions to the credit union industry and to an advertiser. The FTC would be required to of Health, which includes the National Center the larger community of Kings County. We for Complementary and Alternative Medicine provide a full and fair opportunity for adver- send our sincere congratulations and wish her and the Office of Dietary Supplements, as well tisers to consult with the Commission's sci- well on her retirement. as the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the entific experts and allow for an open exchange National Science Foundation to conduct re- of ideas and information to insure that deci- f search in nutritional approaches to improving sions are based on concrete, substantial sci- PERSONAL EXPLANATION health status and in the prevention, treatment, entific evidence. This is the development of an and cure of diseases. efficient and effective government practice Over 100 million people safely use dietary during a time where our society has become HON. HELEN CHENOWETH–HAGE supplements every day in the United States. far too litigious, I support strengthening the re- OF IDAHO The bill that I am introducing today will allow view process, prior to filling any claims or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the public access to solid scientific research complaints. information about the safe and proper use of Wednesday, November 10, 1999 I urge my colleagues to co-sponsor the Die- dietary supplements. It would amend the Fed- Mrs. CHENOWETH±HAGE. Mr. Speaker, eral Trade Commission Act (FTC) so that that tary Supplement Fairness in Labeling and Ad- on November 8 and 9, I missed several rollcall information on the scientific studies, including vertising Act. It would insure that all Ameri- votes on account of minor illness. Had I had clinical trials, be made available to consumers cans have access to factual information about been present, I would have voted ``yea'' on without the FTC charging the manufacturer vitamins and other dietary supplements so rollcall vote 574 (H. Res. 94), ``yea'' on rollcall with improper advertising. they can make informed decisions about their vote 575 (H.R. 2904), ``yea'' on rollcall vote The FTC does not allow the same informa- health and well-being, while continuing to pro- 576 (H. Res. 344), ``yea'' on rollcall vote 580 tion in advertising of dietary supplements that vide adequate safeguards to protect the public (H. Con. Res. 223), and ``yea'' on rollcall vote is allowed in labeling of the same products. good. 581 (H.R. 1554).

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.036 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2355 TRIBUTE TO LAURA SMART Up for Steel'' efforts aimed at the steel imports Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my other which continue to be a source of concern to distinguished colleagues join me in congratu- HON. JAY DICKEY the USWA. lating these fine individuals for their dedication Additionally, Carlotta King and Jose Bustos to justice and for their commitment to the peo- OF ARKANSAS will receive the Calumet Community Hero ple of Northwest Indiana. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Award for their organizing efforts in their re- f Wednesday, November 10, 1999 spective communities, Hammond and East COMMENDING EUNICE WALLER ON Mr. DICKEY. Mr. Speaker, back in 1997 I Chicago. Ms. King's passion and focus has been to improve the quality of life for children. RECEIVING THE LIFETIME attended a Little League event and heard an ACHIEVEMENT AWARD FROM opening prayer that was remarkable. It was She is the board president of the Bethany Child Care and Development Center, and THE NAACP OF CONNECTICUT given by Laura Smart of Pine Bluff, Arkansas, president of the board of V.A.U.L.E.S., a my hometown. She and her husband, Lee, group that mentors African-American males. were the parents of one of the players. The HON. SAM GEJDENSON Ms. King also serves as a Redevelopment OF CONNECTICUT prayer has become even more remarkable Commissioner for the City of Hammond. She IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES since so much attention has been given is a strong advocate for community participa- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 across the nation to schoolchildren and their tion in the redevelopment of brownfield sites. relationship with their parents. I would like to Mr. Bustos has devoted much of his life to Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today share this prayer with the rest of the nation by helping the people of East Chicago. He and to commend Eunice Waller upon receiving the placing it in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: his wife Eva started the group, ``The Youth Lifetime Achievement Award from the NAACP Dear Lord, Conqueror,'' which was responsible for bring- of Connecticut. Eunice Waller is an extraor- Shine your Heavenly Light on us here to- ing attention to how the increase in gang ac- dinary American who has dedicated her life to night at this happy event celebrating our tivity and violence was threatening the com- educating young people and improving race American League players, our coaches and relations. munity's young people. Additionally, they start- our parents. Guide us in learning from Ms. Waller has spent the better part of the ed the Cesar Chavez Catholic Workers Com- thoughts and memories of years passed that past thirty years serving citizens in Waterford will be shared through our speakers in these munity House. The community house has as- and New London, CT. She was a teacher at times of laughter and sadness, excitements sisted many young individuals in different the Clark Lane Middle School for 26 years and disappointments, and wins or losses. areas of their lives. Mr. Bustos has also been working to ensure that thousands of young Only you, Lord, can help all of us to focus active in organizing a Christmas dinner for the and prioritize your teachings in the real people received the best possible education. needy, organizing a student walkout to protest She served as a member of the board of edu- games of life knowing that Love for the chil- against a toxic waste dump, and the protest dren must remain. Bless us as we depart this cation and city council in New London as well event to bring a stronger light to others and against Napalm. as mayor of the city. to brighten the future by learning from mis- Reverend Michelle Cobb will also be receiv- Eunice Waller has devoted her life to ex- takes, celebrating the greatness of good ing the Calumet Community Hero Award for panding opportunity for all citizens of south- times, but using both as a ministry to all her religious work in the community. Reverend eastern Connecticut. She has played a guiding people and in your Honor, your Glory, and in Cobb is a native of Gary, Indiana. She has role in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial your Name. We are so blessed to be able to served as the pastor of the Marquette Park Trust Fund. The fund provides scholarships to watch our players run with two legs, hit with United Methodist Church in Gary, Indiana, and help minority students to attend college. two arms, catch with two eyes and hear with is currently senior pastor of the Merrillville two ears. For God’s sakes make us realize Thanks to her efforts, the gates to our nation's United Methodist Church in Merrillville, Indi- colleges have been opened to deserving stu- when our own priorities get away from us ana. Cobb is a member of the NAACP, the that not all children can be on teams to have dents regardless of income. a chance to physically and mentally play. Merrillville Kiwanis Club, and the Black Meth- Mr. Speaker, I have included an editorial We are so blessed Dear God—in God’s name odist for Church Renewal. She also serves on from the New London Day which eloquently we pray.—Written by Laura Smart, 1997. the Northwest Indiana Worker's Rights Board. describes Eunice Waller's many contributions This year's Lifetime Achievement Award re- f to improving the lives of citizens across south- cipient, Reverend Dr. Robert Lowery, is one of eastern Connecticut. I commend her for her THE CALUMET PROJECT the most dedicated citizens of Northwest Indi- service and join the NAACP in honoring her ana. Dr. Lowery is the minister at St. Timothy life's work. Community Church in Gary, Indiana, and has [From the New London Day, Nov. 2, 1999] HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY spent nearly half a century providing leader- EUNICE M. WALLER’S SERVICE OF INDIANA ship on economic and social justice issues. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Eunice M. Waller, a Waterford teacher for Dr. Lowery serves on the executive board for 26 years, served on the New London Board of Wednesday, November 10, 1999 several organizations, including: the Northwest Education and City Council and has been Indiana Urban League, the Calumet Council Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my dis- mayor of the city, but her greatest achieve- Boy Scouts of America, the Lake County Men- ments as an involved citizen have been her tinct pleasure to announce that the Calumet tal Health Association, and the Referral and encouragement of children to improve their Project will be hosting its 9th Annual Job and Emergency Service. lives and adults to get involved in their com- Justice Awards Banquet on Friday, November State Senator Frank Mrvan will be pre- munities. She has been especially effective 19, 1999, at the Social Hall of Our Lady of sented with the One of Our Own Award for his working with minority citizens. Perpetual Help Parish in Hammond, Indiana. All people, young and adult, need encour- support of workers' rights. Senator Mrvan has agement or an exhortation to work hard and The Calumet Project is a 15-year-old grass- been a state legislator for more than 16 years roots, labor-community-religious coalition that achieve goals. Those remarks remind peo- and a member of the Hammond City Council ple—often during periods that seem discour- works for economic and social justice in North- for 10 years. He is a member and serves on aging—to press forward and get beyond the west Indiana. Each year, the Calumet Project the board of directors for the Hammond problem of the moment. honors prominent, extraordinary residents of Chamber of Commerce, the Urban Enterprise Eunice Waller has helped countless people Northwest Indiana for their tireless work to Association, and the Hammond Development with those simple acts of kindness. She has educate and organize people to fight for the Corporation. also served as a conscience for people who betterment of all our lives. This year, four out- interacted with her. Leadership by example Christine Walters will receive the Special matters because it signals others that the standing citizens from Northwest Indiana will Recognition Award for her active role as a words coming out of a person’s mouth are be honored for their dedication to justice, and Calumet Project Board member and her lead- not rhetoric, but rather a reflection of the for their commitment to the people of North- ership in economic and social justice actions. earnest efforts that person is making every west Indiana. Walters joined the Calumet Project Board in day in life. Eunice Waller has led by exam- One of this year's Calumet Community Hero 1994 and became a member of the Northwest ple. Award recipients is Tom Conway. Mr. Conway Indiana Brownfield Redevelopment Project Her public life has served to complement is being honored for his dedication and con- her other activities, such as her 20 years of (NIBRP). NIBRP is an organization designed service to the Mitchell College board and her tributions to the labor community. During the to promote the clean-up of polluted urban sites founding role in the National Council of last year, he has been responsible for direct- and to return these sites to productive use, Negro Women. Countless young people re- ing the United Steel Workers of America's while bringing increased tax revenue to our member her best for the guidance and asser- (USWA) field campaign in the recent ``Stand communities. tiveness she has given the Dr. Martin Luther

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.042 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2356 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 King Jr. Memorial Trust Fund. This out- TRIBUTE TO ROBERT J. FLAVIN Prior to serving at the state level, Leslie standing local scholarship service has helped DeMersseman exhibited her leadership and many minority young people from the region community concern as a board member of the go on to colleges and successful careers in a HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER variety of fields. OF NEW YORK Palm Springs school board for 12 years, pre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES siding over the board for five of those years. So it was especially fitting that the state In addition to her work in Palm Springs, NAACP honored Mrs. Waller with a lifetime Wednesday, November 10, 1999 achievement award at a prayer breakfast DeMersseman has served as a director of the Sunday in New Haven. The Acronym NAACP Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Riverside County School Boards Association stands for National Association for the Ad- to pay tribute to a long time friend and Roch- since 1987. vancement of Colored People, but it really ester Telephone employee, Robert J. Flavin, The California School Board Association is stands for equality and progress in race rela- who passed away on Friday in Rochester, the primary statewide organization with the tions in this country. New York. Bob served as the President of board point of view to set the agenda for Cali- In the past and still today, Eunice Waller Local 1170 of the Communications Workers of fornia's school-children. Under Leslie monitors the results of that effort. Because America for 36 years. DeMersseman's leadership this organization of people like her, race relations continue to I was honored to attend his memorial serv- has been able to work toward improving some improve in this nation and many people live ice yesterday as this great labor leader and of the many problems California's public happier, more productive lives. champion of the working people was remem- schools are experiencing. bered. As a sign of the high regard the Roch- Leslie DeMersseman has risen to the chal- f ester community had for Bob, on Sunday he lenge of actively working to better education in was given the Rochester Labor Council, AFL± the state of California, and as a parent I deep- MEDICARE, MEDICAID, AND SCHIP CIO and United Way Community Service ly thank her for her efforts. As we seek to find BALANCED BUDGET REFINE- Award posthumously in recognition of his life's ways to solve the problems in our public edu- MENT ACT OF 1999 work. To further honor Bob, the organizations cation system, we need more people like Les- also announced that the award would be re- lie DeMersseman working for our children. It is SPEECH OF named in his memory. people like her, working at the state and local Bob Flavin spent his career fighting for the level, who inspire us and validate our efforts to HON. JIM KOLBE rights of communications employees, helped give more control to the states and local edu- Rochester Telephone evolve into the national cation authorities. OF ARIZONA telecommunications firm known as Frontier It is with great appreciation and respect that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Corporation, and was instrumental in negoti- I ask my colleagues to join me to recognize ating a recent labor agreement between Roch- Leslie DeMersseman for the continuous efforts Friday, November 5, 1999 ester Telephone and Local 1170. His long leg- on behalf of children and education throughout Mr. KOLBE. Mr. Speaker, since its creation, acy includes ending the labor dispute between Palm Springs, Riverside County and the state the Medicare program has protected millions CWA and the former Rochester Telephone of California. of beneficiaries from poverty by helping to pay Corp. in 1996 and 1997 over the withdrawal of f for medical services. It has improved access the pension plan. Recently, Bob Flavin had THE REINTRODUCTION OF THE to care for the elderly and many disabled been particularly active in building support PRIVATE BILL FOR THE BEN- Americans and is certainly among the key pol- from the rank and file within his CWA labor or- EFIT OF ADELA BAILOR AND icy successes of this century. ganization for the now-completed merger of Frontier with the international telecommuni- DARRYL BAILOR Still, as the health care market evolves in cations firm, Global Crossing Ltd. this country, and as beneficiaries grow older Bob was proud of his association with and HON. JULIA CARSON and their health care needs change, Medicare admiration of Frontier's CEO, Joseph Clayton. OF INDIANA must also evolve. In enacting the Balanced Mr. Clayton rode with his employees yearly in Budget Act of 1997 (BBA), the Congress took IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Labor Day Parade and he and his family important steps to begin this evolution and to Wednesday, November 10, 1999 attended the union's events. His concern and help extend the program's financial viability. affection for Bob during his final illness should Ms. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, today I am re- Unfortunately, many of the reforms Con- be a model for management/labor to follow. introducing legislation that would provide for gress prescribed in the BBA have been imple- Our pain at losing Bob is eased by knowing private relief for the benefit of Adela Bailor and mented poorly, and sometimes counter to Bob's final years as a labor leader were his Darryl Bailor. As you know, private relief is Congressional intent. While I continue to sup- best years because of Joe Clayton. available in only rare instances. I believe that port the budget priorities established in the Beyond his many professional contributions the circumstances surrounding the Bailors' BBA, I believe Congress must act to correct to the Rochester community, I remember in case qualifies under the rules for private legis- the mistakes and misjudgments that now particular Bob's love of his family and his lation. threaten the viability of many health care pro- great faith. Anyone who knew Bob, knew of The facts surrounding this case are clear viders. For this reason, I support H.R. 3075, his love for his wife of 50 years, Carolyn, and and undisputed. Adela Bailor, while working the Medicare Balanced Budget Refinement their three sons: Michael, Pat and Timothy, for Prison Fellowship Ministries in Ft. Wayne, Act of 1999. who all still live in Rochester. Among the over Indiana, was raped on May 9, 1991, by a fed- In particular I am pleased the Committee 1,000 people who attended his funeral, both eral prisoner who had escaped from the Sal- has included specific provisions that will ben- his CWA members and Global Crossing man- vation Army Freedom Center, a halfway house efit Medicare providers and patients in South- agement expressed sadness at Bob's passing, in Chicago, Illinois. ern Arizona. and so did many community leaders with What makes the Bailors' case special is that whom Bob worked. He will be deeply missed they were caught in a legal catch-22. The Bail- This bill: Strengthens rural hospitals, pro- ors' filed suit against the Federal Bureau of vides additional funds for physicial therapy by all of us in the Rochester community. f Prisons and the Salvation Army, which ran the and speech therapy, expands the number of halfway house to which Mr. Holly was as- critical access hospitals, increases funding for IN APPRECIATION OF MS. LESLIE signed. teaching hospitals, extends Medicare's cov- DeMERSSEMAN One of the requirements for all inmates at a erage of immunosuppressive drugs, improves halfway house is that they remain drug free the State Children's Health Insurance Program HON. MARY BONO and take a periodic drug test. Mr. Holly had a (SCHIP), and continues the Medicare Commu- history of violence and drug abuse including nity Nursing Organization demonstration OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES convictions for possession of heroin. On May project, otherwise known as the Healthy Sen- 6, 1991, Mr. Holly was called into the Salva- iors program in Tucson. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 tion Army office and was told that his drug test In total, this bill provides an additional $11.8 Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in admira- was positive for cocaine use. The Salvation billion for Medicare providers and patients. I tion of the service Leslie DeMersseman has Army had the option of informing Mr. Holly of encourage my colleagues on both sides of the given as the 1999 president of the California the failed drug test with a U.S. Marshal aisle to support the bill. School Board Association. present, but chose not to. When advised of his

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.042 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2357 drug test failure, Mr. Holly simply announced The most recent project I've been working on tion District as a staff engineer. Only one year that he was ``out of here'' and walked through with Lou is one that would bring economic later, he ascended to his ``dream job'' of man- the unlocked door. progress and jobs to Western PennsylvaniaÐ ager of the two districts. Mr. Robb took the po- In the lawsuit, the Bailors' lost on a legal as always Lou's focus is on helping people sition at a time when the Central Valley of technically. The 7th Circuit Court of Appeals and giving them a chance to improve their California was facing one of its worst droughts recognized this technicality. The technicality lives. in history, posing a challenge to the newly in- was that, under law, apparently, no one had It's impossible to put any kind of number stalled manager. true custody of William Holly. The Federal Bu- with the many, many students, educators, Throughout his career, Mr. Robb has been reau of Prisons had legal custody of William communities, institutions, and organizations active in a number of associations, including Holly, but not physical custody. The Salvation that Lou has helped over the years. But it is the Friant Water Users Authority, Mid-valley Army had physical custody of William Holly, possible to try on behalf of all of us who have Water Authority, Association of California but not legal custody. Recognizing that this benefited from knowing him to say: ``Thank Water Agencies-Joint Powers Insurance Au- was legally untenable, the 7th Circuit rec- you, Lou, we recognize your outstanding con- thority, and Central Valley Project Water Asso- ommended that Ms. Bailor apply to Congress tributions and hope you enjoy the time you will ciation. for private relief. now have to spend with your family, especially On the Tule River, Mr. Robb has overseen I ask that my colleagues join in this effort to your grandchildren.'' day-to-day operations for the Tule River Asso- eliminate this gross injustice for Adela Bailor f ciation, and helped lead the successful effort and Darryl Bailor. If we believe in victims' to establish a small hydroelectric power plant rights, then we must hold those who are re- TRIBUTE TO ROB SANDERS at Success Dam. sponsible for the incarceration of violent crimi- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me nals accountable for such conduct. Adela Bail- HON. SCOTT McINNIS today in recognizing Roger Robb for his con- or is an honorably-discharged Marine Corps OF COLORADO tributions to his field and to the Central Valley veteran. At the time of the attack, she was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community. We send our sincere congratula- helping to make this country a better place. tions and wish him well on the occasion of his Wednesday, November 10, 1999 We cannot, and should not, turn our back on retirement. McINNIS. her because of some legal loophole. f the 7th Circuit has reviewed this case fully Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment and has made its recommendation. Although to recognize Rob Sanders, Moffat County High A SALUTE TO FLORETTA CHISOM Congress is not bound by such recommenda- School Assistant Principal and Activities Direc- ON HER RETIREMENT, OAKLAND, tion, Congress should give great deference to tor, for being honored by the Milken Family CA the legal analysis by the 7th Circuit, which has Foundation as a National Educator. determined that Adela Bailor and Darryl Bailor The Milken Family Foundation National Edu- HON. BARBARA LEE fall into an unusual legal situation. cator Award provides recognition and unre- OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, I urge you and all of my col- stricted financial awards to exceptional ele- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mentary and secondary school teachers, prin- leagues to support this legislation so that we Wednesday, November 10, 1999 may rectify a great wrong. cipals and other education professionals who f are furthering excellence in education. This Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor award is only given to four educators a year and to salute Floretta Chisom on her retire- IN RECOGNITION OF MR. LOU (in Colorado). ment from her position as the Director of the TRONZO UPON HIS RETIREMENT Mr. Sanders is an asset to Moffat County City of Oakland's Department of Aging, Health High School, as well as the entire country. Our and Human Services. HON. JOHN P. MURTHA education system thrives due to the efforts of Ms. Chisom's professional career, spanning OF PENNSYLVANIA individuals like Mr. Sanders. His dedication more than a quarter century, began as the Di- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and hard work have proven to be a success rector of the East Oakland Parent Participation in the third district of Colorado and I greatly Nursery School. She also served as Director Wednesday, November 10, 1999 appreciate his continued commitment to our of the District Parent Program for the San Mr. MURTHA. Mr. Speaker, it's a pleasure youth. Francisco Unified School District and the Par- for me to recognize an outstanding individual f ent Education Program for the San Francisco who will soon be retiring from the University of Community College District, Assistant Director Pittsburgh, Mr. Lou Tronzo. A TRIBUTE TO ROGER ROBB of the Life Enrichment Agency, and as Execu- Lou has represented the University as a tive Director of Oakland's Community Action public affairs executive for the last thirty years, HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY Agency. working at the local, state, and federal levels. OF CALIFORNIA Ms. Chisom also served for fifteen years as In Western Pennsylvania and in the higher- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Director of Oakland Head Start, helping education community, he's been an institution the program to grow from serving fewer than in the pursuit of programs to help universities Wednesday, November 10, 1999 200 children to more than 1,500 children. and students. Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I While at the Oakland Head Start, Ms. Chisom Lou began his career in the public sector rise today to pay tribute to Mr. Roger Robb, was responsible for a number of innovative working for the Urban Redevelopment Author- who is retiring this month as Manager of the and pilot programs, including Home Base ity of the City of Pittsburgh and for ACTION- Lower Tule River and Pixley irrigation districts (where teachers visit families and provide in- Housing Inc., where he focused on land dis- in Tulare County, in central California. struction to parents in the home), services to position, housing development, and economic Mr. Robb was born in Garden City, South homeless families with children of Head Start research. Dakota, on October 5, 1937. He attended jun- age, and a program to provide Head Start A graduate of the University of Pittsburgh ior college in Porterville, expressing an early through family day care homes. with a B.A. and an M.A., he's been actively in- interest in serving as manager of an irrigation Since 1992, Ms. Chisom served as the Di- volved with the National Association of State district. He received his bachelor's degree in rector of the City of Oakland's Office of Health Universities and Land Grant Colleges and the civil engineering from California State Univer- and Human Services. In that role, she served American Association of Universities. He's sity, Fresno, and his Master's degree in as the Executive Director of the City's Com- also served on the Boards of institutions such Geotechnical Engineering from U.C. Berkeley. munity Action Agency as well as staffing a as the Community College of Allegheny Coun- Early in his career, Mr. Robb held various number of other city boards and commissions. ty and Forbes Health System. He's the Found- positions with the U.S. Department of Agri- She began Oakland's involvement with the er and Co-Chair of the Institute of Politics at culture's Soil Conservation Service, serving in California Healthy Cities program, assisted the the University of Pittsburgh. their Napa and Davis state offices. There he City to develop a Child Care Plan, a Homeless But this is a case where the details do not was active in a wide range of issues, including Plan, and promoted expansion of programs to tell the whole story. Lou Tronzo has the re- watershed management, drainage issues, address homelessness, hunger, illiteracy and spect of all of us who have worked with him small dams and irrigation efficiency studies. poverty. over the years for his dedication, loyalty, com- In 1976, Mr. Robb began work at the Lower In response to the termination of Aid to mon sense, and devotion to helping people. Tule River Irrigation District and Pixley Irriga- Families with Dependent Children (AFDC),

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.046 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2358 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 and the creation of CalWORKSs, Ms. Chisom Picosito.com provides free access to engag- Bernard Madden had a wonderful and established the City of Oakland's Welfare Re- ing, dynamic and culturally driven content in- cheerful spirit and my staff and I will remem- form Coordinating Committee and served as cluding free email, news, entertainment, ber him fondly. Chair of the Committee. During this time, she health, business and communications re- f was appointed as the Welfare Reform Man- sources tailored to the needs of the growing ager for the City and, along with the Commu- online Hispanic/Latino community. PERSONAL EXPLANATION nity Action Agency, coordinated the develop- The stories featured on Picosito.com are ex- ment of the City of Oakland's Welfare to Work clusively written or selected because they ad- HON. BUD SHUSTER Training Program. dress issues that affect the U.S. Hispanic/ OF PENNSYLVANIA In addition to her career in the public sector, Latino population. The company is dedicated IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. Chisom is also active in many volunteer to identifying stories that will inform, educate Wednesday, November 10, 1999 organizations including previously serving as a and inspire Hispanics to make a difference in Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, on the evening Board Member of the Breast Cancer Fund and their lives and their communities. of Tuesday, November 9, 1999, I was un- her recent appointment to the California Quizito, Person of the Day, and the Daily avoidably detained by matters relating to the Breast Cancer Research Council. Fact are some of the unique features that Aviation Conference and because of this I proudly join friends and colleagues in allow users to test their knowledge and gain missed rollcall votes 580 and 581. On rollcall thanking and saluting Ms. Chisom on her insightful information about their history, herit- vote No. 580, House Concurrent Resolution twenty-five years of dedicated public service, age and the vibrant culture of ``la gente 223, Expressing the Sense of the Congress leadership and innovation to the people and bonita.'' on the Fall of the Berlin Wall, I would have City of Oakland and extend my best wishes to Jesse and Edwardo Martinez are the first in voted ``yea.'' In addition, on rollcall vote No. her on her upcoming retirement. their family to graduate from college, Jesse 581, House Resolution 1554Ðthe Satellite f with a mechanical engineering degree from Texas A & M University and Edwardo with an Copyright, Competition and Consumer Protec- TRIBUTE TO JOHNNIE HENDRIX electrical engineering degree from Stanford tion Act, had I been present, I would have University. They credit their parents, Alfred voted ``yea.'' HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK and Socorro, who never graduated from high f OF NORTH CAROLINA school, with instilling in them the courage, IN HONOR OF OUR NATION’S IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES strength and determination to achieve aca- VETERANS Wednesday, November 10, 1999 demic success. Now they want to give back to their community and believe Picosito.com is Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of the appropriate vehicle for this journey. HON. RON KIND Veterans Day, I rise to bring to the attention Picosito.com's first step at bringing tech- OF WISCONSIN of the House the extraordinary accomplish- nology into the Hispanic community is being IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments of Johnnie Hendrix. Mr. Hendrix, a re- demonstrated by the ``Gift of Information'' pro- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 cipient of the Silver Star, deserves recognition gram, which involves donating computers to for his valiant bravery on behalf of the Amer- Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow our nation organizations that need computers and offer pays tribute to the men and women who ican people while a member of our Armed training in the usage of computers and the Forces. I am proud to represent Mr. Hendrix in served in the armed forces. Veterans Day is Internet throughout Los Angeles, New York an opportunity for everyone to stop and say Congress. and Miami. Johnnie Hendrix, now 81, served in the 8th thanks to those who have given so much to Joining the entire Picosito.com team at the protect our freedom. Infantry Division's 13th Regiment during World House of Blues in Los Angeles to help launch War II. While participating in an action against Since the beginning of our nation, the sol- the ``Gift of Information'' program are Edward diers, sailors, airmen, and marines of the the German military in the Ruhr Valley, his James Olmos and many personal and cor- commander was critically wounded. With con- Armed Forces have been called on to risk porate friends from throughout the United their lives and fight for the ideals that make cern for his commander and his fellow sol- States and around the world. diers, Mr. Hendrix took up command of his America great. The level of our support for the Mr. Speaker, Please join me in honoring Armed Forces has varied throughout history. company to lead the battle. Under his direc- Jesse Martinez and Edwardo Martinez as they tion, a combination of tanks and infantry suc- Yet, regardless of what one thinks about the pursue their dreamÐwhich is now reality: pro- wars that they fought, or the wisdom of our in- cessfully broke the German defenses and the viding the resources to empower Hispanics to group captured more than 1,000 Axis pris- volvement, we all should agree that those men make a difference in their own lives, in their and women responded to the call of their oners. communities and in our country. They have Mr. Johnnie Hendrix is an outstanding and country and performed with honor and dignity. earned our praise and respect. This year we should take time to especially inspirational individual. His bravery and cour- f age during this operation and throughout his remember the veterans of World War II, many service to our country is admirable and should HONORING BERNARD E. MADDEN of whom are well into their 80's. Now more be commended. than ever, we need to listen to and preserve their collective wisdom and experience. Their f HON. LOIS CAPPS devotion and courage can teach us about the OF CALIFORNIA TRIBUTE TO JESSE AND EDWARDO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES importance of an individual's commitment to a MARTINEZ cause greater than oneself. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 On Veterans Day, in my congressional dis- HON. BRAD SHERMAN Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to trict, I have arranged to bring some of those OF CALIFORNIA pay tribute to a dear constituent, Bernard veterans together with middle school students IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madden, who died on November 5 in San Luis in several communities in western Wisconsin. Obispo at the age of 105 years. My hope is that our children will learn the true Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Mr. Madden worked as a steam engineer in meaning of duty, honor and courage from Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Omaha, Nebraska, for the Missouri Pacific those veterans who were heroes on battle- and ask my colleagues to join me in recog- Railroad. After his retirement, Mr. Madden and fields around the globe. It is important that our nizing the vision and commitment of brothers his wife, Eula, moved to San Luis Obispo. He children learn about the sacrifices made by Jesse and Edwardo Martinez, founders of spoke highly of his nieces and nephews, read previous generations. Picosito.com, who have created a bilingual the newspapers every day and spoke to my I recently read an excerpt from Senator Internet website tailored to the U.S. Hispanic/ staff frequently about current affairs. One of JOHN MCCAIN's new book Faith of our Fathers. Latino community. These first generation his most passionate pleas was that prescrip- Senator MCCAIN spent more than 5 years as Mexican-American brothers established their tion drug coverage be included in Medicare. a prisoner of war in North Vietnam, in what parent company, VivaMedia Incorporated, in Mr. Madden and I had a lot in common there. was derisively referred to as the ``Hanoi Hil- 1998 with the focus on educating, promoting I will strive to see that this is accomplished in ton.'' In his book he talks about the meaning and cultivating the online Hispanic/Latino com- remembrance of him and the many seniors he of glory. munityÐregardless of income level or edu- knew and I know will benefit when this gaping For I have learned the truth: There are cation. hole in Medicare is fixed. greater pursuits than self-seeking. Glory is

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.049 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2359 not a conceit. It is not decoration for valor. tion, he was active with the Coast Guard Aux- improvements for current and retired military It is not a prize for being the most clever, iliary, functioned as a Flotilla Commander, personnel. It included a 4.8% pay raise, and the strongest, or the boldest. Glory belongs served as medical advisor to the Air Com- authorizes bonuses and other incentives to re- to the act of being constant to something greater than yourself, to a cause, to your mando Association and the McCoskrie Foun- tain and promote our servicemen and women. principles, to the people on whom you rely, dation. It will also change the unfair REDUX retire- and who rely on you in return. No misfor- Dr. Kerr's contributions to this country ex- ment planÐgiving veterans the choice to re- tune, no injury, no humiliation can destroy tend back to World War II as physician and turn to the more generous pre-REDUX retire- it. surgeon of the 605th Field Artillery Battalion in ment system or receive a $30,000 retirement These words are a powerful reminder of the the 10th Mountain Division of the U.S. Army. bonus. attitude shared by thousands of our veterans, Dr. Kerr was an asset to the people of When talking to veterans up and down the living and dead, when they answered their na- Pueblo and his ability as a surgeon assured Central CoastÐwhether it be in Santa Bar- tion's call. They are good words to remember, Puebloans were in good hands while under bara, Santa Maria, Arroyo Grande, or Paso not just on Veterans Day, but every day. his supervision. We will miss his service and RoblesÐI hear a common refrain. Vets are in- f friendship greatly. creasingly concerned about benefits they have f earned and maintaining access to quality PERSONAL EXPLANATION health care. I am working on a number of ini- HONORING OUR NATION’S tiatives to address these concerns. HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. VETERANS I recently introduced the Veterans Emer- OF NEW JERSEY gency Telephone Service Act. The VETS Act would set up a national veterans' hotline serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. LOIS CAPPS OF CALIFORNIA ice operating 24-hours-a-day, 7 days-a-week. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This hotline would provide vets immediate ac- cess to a staff knowledgeable in VA benefits Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, as is reflected Wednesday, November 10, 1999 in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, I was granted and programs. This combination ``411±911'' a leave of absence for Tuesday, November 9, Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow is Vet- number for veterans would provide a one-stop, 1999. erans Day, and I want to take this opportunity toll free number veterans can call at any time If I had been present, I would have voted as to pay tribute to those who have served our of day or night to receive encouragement and follows: country so bravely. Tomorrow, all over this assistance. On rollcall vote 577ÐH.R. 1714ÐOn agree- great country we will honor men and women I am also supporting a bill requiring the VA ing to the Inslee of Washington amendment: who willingly gave body and soul to defend to institute an annual outreach plan to insure ``Yes.'' our nation and the values which make it great. that veterans are informed about the entire On rollcall vote 578ÐH.R. 1714ÐOn agree- Tomorrow truly is their day and I wish I could range of benefits and health care services ing to the Dingell of Michigan amendment: be in my district to celebrate it with my con- available to them. Too often veterans are not ``No.'' stituents. informed about benefits they are eligible for, or On rollcall vote 579ÐH.R. 1714ÐOn pas- My husband Walter drew his inspiration to how to receive them. This bill also assists wid- sage of the Electronic Signatures in Global run for Congress largely from decades of work ows and survivors of veterans obtain important and International Commerce Act: ``Yes.'' with Vietnam veterans. I live every day with assistance. On rollcall vote 580ÐH. Con. Res. 223Ð Walter in my heart. His passions and cher- And I'm working hard to pass landmark leg- Suspend the Rules and agree to express the ished causes are now very much my own. I islationÐknown as the Keep Our Promise to Sense of Congress regarding Freedom Day: am committed to upholding his legacy of sup- America's Military Retirees Act. This bill would ``Yes.'' port and respect for America's veterans. allow all military retirees to participate in the On rollcall vote 581ÐH.R. 1554ÐSuspend Vietnam veterans were his teachers, as they same health care programs federal employees the Rules and agree to conference report on have been ours. From their painful experi- currently enjoy and provides free lifetime the Satellite Copyright, Competition, and Con- ences, we have learned that when we send health care to those who enrolled in the serv- sumer Protection Act: ``Yes.'' our soldiers to war we must always welcome ices prior to 1956. f them home. But, whether a veteran of Viet- Many Americans made sacrifices to defend nam, of World War II, Kosovo, the Gulf War, our country with the understanding that upon TRIBUTE TO H. HARPER KERR or Korea, they are to be commended for their retirement the government would provide them great accomplishments and tremendous sac- with lifetime health care. But for too many mili- HON. SCOTT McINNIS rifice. Whether called to safeguard the world tary retirees there is little or no health care OF COLORADO from a menacing dictator, to fight the spread available. In addition, I support legislation allowing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of tyranny, or to maintain a fragile peace, our nation owes a priceless debt of gratitude to military retirees with service connected disabil- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 each and every veteran. ities to receive the full amount of their retired Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Veterans Day also allows veterans to come pay along with VA disability compensationÐ take a moment to recognize H. Harper Kerr, together to continue a much needed healing without a deduction from either source of sup- former Puebloan, who passed away last process. Just as Walter invited Vietnam vets port. We need to take extra special care of Thursday. into his classroom to share their stories, vet- those whose service has left them with an in- Originally the son of an Iowa country doctor, erans will come together to share each other's jury or disability. Dr. Kerr arrived in Pueblo in the mid-1950s stories and gain comfort from each other. I will always support our fighting men and and practiced medicine for more than 20 As a Member of Congress, I have the dis- women, whether in peace time or in war. years, specializing in thoracic and cardio- tinctÐalmost sacredÐresponsibility to pre- I will always support the benefits our vet- vascular surgery. He served as chief of staff serve our nation's security. This means ensur- erans need and deserve. and chief of surgery at St. Mary-Corwin hos- ing that our military remains the best trained, And I will forever cherish the honor my con- pital. In addition, he served on the Board of best equipped, and most prepared in the stituents have bestowed upon me by allowing Trustees and the Board of Directors of the world. It also means providing today's fighting me to serve as their Representative. Colorado Medical Society. In 1968, he was men and women, and those who have retired, f elected as the Pueblo County Coroner, where with the support they need to maintain the TRIBUTE TO LEON FOY he served for a number of years. quality of life they deserve. This is especially Upon Dr. Kerr's retirement from surgery, he true at a time when military personnel are HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK moved to Kansas City where he was ap- being deployed more frequently, and in more OF NORTH CAROLINA pointed Chief Medical Director of Social Secu- places around the world. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rity Disability for the four-state region of Mis- In Congress, I am working hard to support souri, Kansas, Iowa, and Nebraska. Following increased military pay, improved health care Wednesday, November 10, 1999 his work in Kansas City, Dr. Kerr moved to coverage, and a strengthened retirement sys- Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, on the eve of Shalimar, Florida, where he was on the origi- tem. Veterans Day, I rise to bring to the attention nal committee that formed the Elderhostel I am proud to note that we recently passed of the House the extraordinary accomplish- Senior Center for Lifelong Learning. In addi- a Defense bill which provides much needed ments of Leon Foy. Mr. Foy, a recipient of the

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.054 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2360 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 Silver Star, deserves recognition for his valiant When the Federal Government addresses Center that opened in 1998. With the assist- bravery on behalf of the American people these important education priorities, it must ance of the Federal Emergency Management while a member of our Armed Forces. I am spend the taxpayers' money responsibly. The Agency, Klamath County was able to repay proud to represent Mr. Foy in Congress. Federal Government has a duty to ensure that $1.7 million worth of bonds. Leon Foy, now 78, served in the 8th Air its resources are actually being spent on the Force during World War II. On May 29, 1944, problems we are trying to solve. But beyond The journey of quickly moving out of the de- during his 15th bombing mission, Mr. Foy and targeting federal funds to specific areas where stroyed structure to a variety of temporary his nine-member crew were raiding a ball- local schools need help. Congress should re- quarters to the new courthouse was a long bearing plant near Berlin. German aircraft at- sist micro-managing and allow local schools to and arduous one. It goes without saying that tacked and a bullet struck Mr. Foy's head. make their own decisions. the system kept working only because of the Ever strong and brave, Mr. Foy continued to We have to maintain the delicate balance dedication of employees of the county and the fly his B±24 until he was in Sweden, a neutral between Federal educational priorities and justice system and the elected officials who country, where he landed safely on a very local control of schools. States and localities would not be deterred from their mission. short runway. must have the flexibility to address their prob- Today three hard working county commis- Mr. Leon Foy is an outstanding and inspira- lems in ways that make sense for them, but tional individual. His bravery and courage dur- our Federal resources must remain targeted at sioners, Steve West, Bill Garrard, and Al ing this operation and throughout his service the people and communities who need them Switzer are justifiably proud of the new court- to our country is admirable and should be most. While it makes sense to give States and house, which features many new innovations commended. localities discretion, I don't believe we should such as video arraignment and video hear- f send money to States without asking for ac- ings. The architecture of the building is re- SENSE OF CONGRESS THAT countability and results. markable in its aesthetic appeal. It is an im- SCHOOLS SHOULD USE PHONICS Governor George W. Bush of Texas was on pressive modern structure that remains loyal the right track when he recently said: ``The to its historic roots and the spirit of this re- SPEECH OF Federal Government must be humble enough sourceful western city. With grace and dignity, HON. BARON P. HILL to stay out of the day-to-day operation of local the Klamath County Courthouse declares that schools. It must be wise enough to give States OF INDIANA this is a community with high standards. and schools more authority and freedom. And IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES it must be strong enough to require proven As the house of justice in Klamath County, Thursday, November 4, 1999 performance in return.'' the courthouse has been dedicated to those Mr. HILL of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, with all This resolution goes too far because it di- who have paid a very dear price to preserve due respect to my colleague from Indiana, I rects schools and teachers to use a specific out system of laws and freedom, our veterans regret that I cannot support this resolution. educational technique. I'm going to vote and fallen police officers. Phonics is a proven method of reading instruc- against this resolution because Congress Proudly flying in the courthouse square are tion that has a place alongside other ap- should not be dictating a school's curriculum the illuminated flags of each branch of the proaches to teaching reading. But I think this from Washington. resolution goes a bit too far. The Federal Gov- The Federal Government's role is to support military as well as the POW/MIA flag. Seeing ernment should not tell professional educators the people who educate our kids, not to tell these flags flying brightly in the clear Klamath in our States and local school districts how to them how to teach reading. We should stick to County breeze is an inspiration. teach reading to their students. I believe com- the things that we can do. We must resist the A special area is dedicated to the memory munities know best when it comes to edu- temptation to meddle in places where we have of fallen law enforcement officers who have cating their kids and I had thought my col- no business. That takes humility and a meas- given their lives in the line of duty. league, Mr. MCINTOSH, would agree with this ure of wisdom, but I am confident that to- sentiment. gether we can find the strength to do the right Mr. Speaker, my enthusiasm for what Klam- I'm concerned about education policy as a things for our students. ath County has achieved must be tempered representative in Congress, but I have a much f with the sobering thought that the death of greater stake in education as the father of these fallen officers is a grim reminder that the public school kids and the husband of a public TRIBUTE TO KLAMATH COUNTY price of justice and security is often very dear. school teacher. My wife, Betty, is a middle COURTHOUSE To honor those fallen heroes, I would like to school math teacher. My two oldest daughters pause for a moment and ask that they each are products of the public schools and my HON. GREG WALDEN be remembered in a special way. youngest still attends a public school. OF OREGON John E. Lambert, Oregon State Police; Er- I hear every day from them about the suc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cesses and challenges in our schools. That's nest M. Brown, Lakeview Police Department; Wednesday, November 10, 1999 how I know the power to make decisions David R. Sanchez, Lake County Sheriff's Of- should be at the local level and the focus Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I rise fice; Richard C. Swan, Jr., Klamath Falls Po- should be on how to help our communities today to celebrate the dedication of the new lice Department; Bret R. Clodfelter, Oregon better educate our students. Klamath County Courthouse in the City of State Police; Scott A. Lyons, Oregon State We should always keep in mind that the Klamath Falls, Oregon. The dedication of this Police; and James D. Rector, Oregon State Federal Government is only a junior partner in building is much more than a celebration of an Police. our Nation's education process. More than 95 assemblage of bricks and mortar, it is a cele- percent of the money our country spends on bration of people who would not quit and who The citizens of Klamath County will not for- education comes from the States or from local would not accept anything less than the best get the ultimate sacrifice offered by these fall- communities. The ultimate day-to-day respon- for their community. en officers and neither should any of us in this sibility of running our Nation's schools does In 1993 the historic courthouse was ren- revered body. It is truly fitting that the seat of not belong to the Federal Government, but to dered useless by two earthquakes less than justice in Klamath County proclaims every day the parents, teachers, and administrators who three months apart. Within a week after the that justice, freedom, and security are not to work with our children every day. second quake, all of the employees were be taken for granted. The Federal Government plays a limited, moved to a variety of venues and the work of In closing, Mr. Speaker, I salute the leaders but important, role in our education system. Its the county and the justice system went for- and residents of Klamath County whose ef- role is to help States and localities address ward with great difficulty. People literally didn't forts to make this courthouse a reality have their toughest challenges. Through programs know how to determine where court was being like Title I and Head Start, the Federal Gov- held or where building permits were being borne such remarkable fruit. This building will ernment helps disadvantaged kids and issued. stand for a long time as a testimony to the schools with challenging student populations. With no funds and no plans, the leaders and rock-solid, iron-willed resolve of one of the It helps millions of kids to go to college citizens of Klamath County rolled up their great communities of the West. I am proud of through student loan programs. It also pro- sleeves and got to work. In 1996 the Klamath what the citizens of Klamath County have ac- vides educators with important research on County voters passed a bond issue to rebuild complished and proud to have the honor of teaching methods and school performance. the courthouse and build the Government serving them in Congress.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.057 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2361 NATIONAL FEDERATION OF THE He worked in the blood program of the Red DEMOCRATIZATION AND HUMAN BLIND ANNIVERSARY Cross for 18 years and taught at George RIGHTS IN CENTRAL ASIA Washington University medical school and the HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI Uniformed Services University. Dr. Gibson di- HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH OF PENNSYLVANIA rected the national blood bank program of the OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American Red Cross and retired from a re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES search post at the FDA in 1988. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Prior to his work at the FDA, Dr. Gibson Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today was a biological official at the National Insti- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I to bring a very special anniversary to the at- tute of Health where he retired as director of am disappointed that the House schedule did tention of my colleagues. This Saturday, No- science and technology in the Office of Health not permit consideration of my resolution, H. vember 13, marks the 59th anniversary of the Affairs. Con. Res. 204, which has been co-sponsored founding of the National Federation of the by Representative HOYER, Representative Dr. Gibson was an asset to all of those he Blind. An historic plaque will be placed at the FORBES and Representative MCKINNEY. The served who will be greatly missed by those original meeting place in Wilkes-Barre, Penn- resolution voices concern about serious viola- who were under his care. sylvania on Saturday afternoon, and I am tions of human rights and fundamental free- proud to have been asked to participate in this f doms in most states of Central Asia, in par- historic celebration. ticular, substantial noncompliance with OSCE In November of 1940, the first nationwide TEXAS STATE TECHNICAL commitments on democratization and the self-advisory group of persons with disabilities COLLEGE AT BRECKENRIDGE holding of free and fair elections. was founded at a meeting in the Reddington Among the countries of the former Soviet Hotel in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. At that Union, only in Ukraine and Moldova have sit- time, the future for most blind people was HON. CHARLES W. STENHOLM ting presidents lost an election and peacefully bleak and employment often meant sheltered OF TEXAS left office. We will yet see what happens in workshops for pennies an hour. With few edu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Russia, where President Yeltsin has launched cational opportunities available, the blind came another war in Chechnya. It may be too much, together to organize. Elected to lead the fledg- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 given the historical differences between our ling group was Dr. Jacobus tenBroek, a young Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today respective societies, to hope the post-Soviet blind lawyer who would go on to become a to recognize an outstanding educational insti- states could find among their political leaders prominent professor of constitutional law. This tution in the 17th District of Texas. The Texas a George Washington, who could have been small group of people dedicated to the ad- State Technical College campus in king but chose not to be, and who chose to vancement of those with disabilities began a Breckenridge, Texas, provides top rate edu- leave office after two terms. But it is not too trend of advocacy for all people with physical cation to students from across Texas, the much to hope that other post-Soviet leaders and mental challenges. United States and the world. might emulate Ukraine's former President Leo- Mr. Speaker, today the National Federation nid Kravchuk or Moldova's former President of the Blind is the largest organization of its On Tuesday, November 9, 1999, the cam- pus celebrated its tenth anniversary. I offered Mircea Snegur, not to mention Lithuania's kind in America. Every state has a chapter, as Algirdas Brazauskas, who all allowed a peace- do many communities across the nation. Sev- a flag flown over the Capitol to commemorate this occasion and to show our dedication to ful transfer of power. eral thousand activists attend the Federation's Unfortunately, Mr. Speaker, Central Asian the education to both past and future genera- annual national convention. The Federation leaders give every indication of intending to tions. provides scholarships, discrimination assist- remain in office for life. Their desire for unlim- ance, newsletters, and legislative consultation. I would like to submit for the RECORD a copy ited and permanent power means that they It supports and assists in the development of of a resolution that I offered at this very spe- cannot implement all OSCE commitments on new technology to improve the lives of the vis- cial event. democracy, the rule of law and human rights, ually impaired. The Federation champions civil It is my hope that this Nation and my home as doing so would create a level playing field rights for the blind and often intercedes when State of Texas will continue to honor institu- for challengers and allow the media to shine parents face interference from social service tions like Texas State Technical College that the light on presidential misdeeds and high- agencies who attempt to remove their children have dedicated themselves to providing the level corruption. The result has been an entire from their homes. Currently, the Federation is best possible education to its students. region in the OSCE space where fundamental attempting to establish sound case law regard- RESOLUTION OSCE freedoms are ignored while leaders en- ing custody rights of visually impaired parents. Whereas, On November 9, 1999, the trench themselves and their families in power Today, the blind are employed in every pro- and wealth. fession there is, from the law to medicine. The Breckenridge Campus of Texas State Tech- nical College will celebrate its tenth anni- To give credit where it is due, the situation National Federation of the Blind should take versary; and is least bad in Kyrgyzstan. President Akaev, a great pride in the extraordinary progress it has Whereas, The Breckenridge campus serves physicist, is the only Central Asian leader who helped bring about since that day in Novem- as a vital component of the Texas State was not previously the head of his republic's ber of 1940 when the founders gathered to- Technical College System, welcoming stu- Communist Party. One can actually meet gether for the first time. I am pleased to join dents from every walk of life; and members of parliament who strongly criticize with the citizens in Northeastern Pennsylvania Whereas, T.S.T.C. has made an ongoing President Akaev and the legislature itself is and across the nation in congratulating the commitment to the future by providing a top not a rubber stamp body. Moreover, print National Federation of the Blind and its local rate education to students from across mediaÐthough under serious pressure from Texas, the United States and the world; and chapters as members gather at the organiza- the executive branchÐexhibit diversity of Whereas, Today’s celebration honors not tion's birthplace in my district in Wilkes-Barre, views and opposition parties function. Still, in Pennsylvania to celebrate this historic event. only the service by the Breckenridge campus of T.S.T.C. during the last ten years, but its 1995, two contenders in the presidential elec- f commitment to the future; and tion were disqualified before the vote. Par- TRIBUTE TO SAM T. GIBSON Whereas, I present this flag flown over our liamentary and presidential elections are ap- nation’s capitol on October 4, 1999, as symbol proaching in 2000. Kyrgyzstan's OSCE part- of our dedication to those past and future ners will be watching carefully to see whether HON. SCOTT McINNIS generations who have benefitted by the in- they are free and fair. OF COLORADO struction and opportunities made available Until the mid-1990s, Kazakstan seemed a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to them at the Breckenridge campus, be it relatively reformist country, where various po- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Resolved, That I, Charles W. Stenholm, as litical parties could function and the media en- Congressman for the 17th District of Texas, Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to joyed some freedom. But President Nazarbaev do officially recognize and extend my best take a moment to recognize Sam T. Gibson, wishes on the celebration of the tenth anni- dissolved two parliaments and singlemindedly former Director of the National Blood Bank for versary of the Breckenridge campus of sought to accumulate sole power. In the last the Red Cross, who recently passed away. T.S.T.C. and that an official copy of this res- few years, the regime has become ever more Dr. Gibson joined the Red Cross in 1949, olution be presented to T.S.T.C.. as an ex- authoritarian. President Nazarbaev has con- following research at Harvard Medical School. pression of my high regards for their efforts. centrated all power in his hands, subordinating

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.062 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2362 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 to himself all other branches and institutions of International Conference on Mass Media in However, as we know from study, one of government. A constitutional amendment Central Asia took place in Bishkek, the primary influences on socialization is the passed in October 1999 conveniently removed Kyrgyzstan. Not surprisingly, Turkmenistan did family. Over 3 million children witness violence the age limit of 65 to be president. The OSCE not allow anyone to attend. The other partici- in their own homes. It is here that my legisla- judged last January's presidential elections, pants adopted a declaration noting that de- tion focuses. from which a leading opposition contender mocratization has slowed in almost all Central Witnessing domestic violence has a dev- was barred as far short of OSCE standards. Asian states, while authoritarian regimes have astating impact on children, placing them at Last month's parliamentary election, according grown stronger, limiting the scope for genuine high risk for anxiety, depression, and suicide. to the OSCE, was ``severely marred by wide- media freedom as governments influence the These children also may exhibit more aggres- spread, pervasive and illegal interference by media through economic means. sive, anti-social, fearful and inhibited behav- executive authorities in the electoral process.'' I strongly agree with these sentiments. The iors. It is estimated that between 20 and 40 In response, President Nazarbaev has at- concentration of media outlets in pro-regime percent of chronically violent children have wit- tacked the OSCE, comparing it to the Soviet hands, the ongoing assault on independent nessed extreme parental conflict. Another Communist Party's Politburo for trying to ``tell and opposition media and the circumscription study found that boys who had witnessed their Kazakstan what to do.'' of the media's legally-sanctioned subject mat- father battering their mother had a 1,000 per- Tajikistan has suffered the saddest fate of ter pose a great danger to the development of cent higher battering rate than boys who did all the Central Asian countries; a civil war that democracy in Central Asia. Official statistics not. killed scores of thousands. In 1997, the war- about how many media outlets have been Clearly, witnessing this type of violence in ring sides finally ceased hostilities and privatized cover up an alarming tendency to- the home has a profound effect on children. In reached agreement about power-sharing, wards government monopolization of informa- order to combat this trend, the READY Act which permitted a bit of hopefulness about tion sources. This effectively makes it impos- gives grants to qualified nonprofit agencies in prospects for normal development and democ- sible for citizens to receive unbiased informa- order to create multi-level interventions for ratization. It seems, however, that the accord tion, which is vital if people are to hold their child witnesses. This program would create a will not ensure stability. Tajikistan's Central governments accountable. partnership between entities like the courts, Election Commission refused to register two Mr. Speaker, it is clear that in Central Asia, schools, health care providers, child protective opposition candidates for the November 6 the overall level of democratization and human services and battered women's programs to presidential election. The sole alternative can- rights observance is poor. Central Asian lead- provide a system of cooperation and collabo- didate registered has refused to accept the re- ers make decisions in a region far from West- ration between the professionals in a commu- sults of the election, which, according to offi- ern Europe, close to China, Iran and Afghani- nity in order to better support these child wit- cial figures, current President Emomaly stan, and they often assert that ``human rights nesses. Rakhmonov won with 97 percent of the vote, are only for the West'' or the building democ- Examples of intervention partnerships could in a 98 percent turnout. Those numbers, Mr. racy ``takes time.'' But delaying steps towards include: security for the child and his or her Speaker, say it all. The OSCE properly de- democracy is very risky in the multi-ethnic, family; mental health treatment; counseling clined to send observers. multi-religious region of Central Asia, where and advocacy for the family; and outreach and Benighted Turkmenistan practically beggars many people are highly educated and have training to community professionals. While description. This country, which as been expectations of faster change. If it does not many facets of this support system are cur- blessed with large quantities of natural gas, come, tensions and conflicts could emerge rently in place, there is a gap in coordination has a political system that combines the worst that could endanger security for everyone. and cooperation. traits of Soviet communism with a personality To lessen these risks, continuous pressure In another step to encourage coordination cult seen today in countries like Iraq or North will be needed on these countries to move between various agencies, a second provision Korea. No dissidence of any kind is permitted faster on democracy. Even as the United in the READY Act would encourage collabo- and the population enjoys no human rights. States pursues other interests, we should give rative efforts between nonprofit domestic vio- While his impoverished people barely manage top priority to democracy and respect for lence community agencies and schools to cre- to get by, President Niyazov builds garish human rights, or we may live to regret not ate a curriculum for K±12 students, as well as presidential palaces and monuments to him- doing so. provide training for education professionals on self. The only registered political party in f experiencing and witnessing domestic vio- Turkmenistan is the Democratic PartyÐhead- REDUCING THE EFFECTS OF lence. Training would include teachers, admin- ed by President Niyazov. In late October he ABUSE AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE istrators, counselors and other school per- said the people of his country would not be ON YOUTH, THE READY ACT sonnel. I believe that this provision is espe- ready for the stresses and choices of a demo- cially important in light of the determination cratic society until 2010, adding that inde- HON. SUE W. KELLY that one-third of all 16±19 year old girls expe- rience violence from an intimate partner. pendent media are ``disruptive.'' On December OF NEW YORK Domestic violence often escalates during 12, Turkmenistan is holding parliamentary IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ``elections,'' which the OSCE will not bother to separation and divorce, and visitation is often observe. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 used as an opportunity for abuse. Under my Finally, we come to Uzbekistan. The Hel- Mrs. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to in- legislation grants would be provided to quali- sinki Commission, which I chair, held hearings troduce the Reducing the Effects of Abuse fied applicants on a competitive basis to cre- on democratization and human rights in and Domestic Violence on Youth ActÐalso ate family visitation or visitation exchange cen- Uzbekistan on October 18. Despite the best known as the READY Act. I am joined in intro- ters. Use of such centers will minimize the po- efforts of Uzbekistan's Ambassador Safaev to ducing this legislation by Representatives tentially dangerous interactions between family convince us that democratization is pro- CONNIE MORELLA, NANCY JOHNSON, CAROLYN members. ceeding apace in his country, the testimony of MALONEY and JUDY BIGGERT. The READY Act On July 3, 1996, 5-year-old Brandon and 4- all the other witnesses confirmed the widely is a first step toward addressing the multiple year-old Alex were murdered by their father held view that after Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan needs of children who witness or experience during an unsupervised visit. Their mother An- is the most repressive country in Central Asia. domestic violence. gela was separated from Kurt Frank, the chil- No opposition political activity is allowed and In the past year, much has been done to dren's father. During her marriage, Angela media present only the government's point of find the cause of violence by our children. was physically and emotionally abused by view. Christian denominations have faced offi- Tragic events like the ones at Columbine and Frank. Brandon was once hit by his father and cial harassment. Since 1997, a massive gov- Jonesborough have highlighted the violence had his lip split when he stepped in front of his ernment campaign has been underway faced by our Nation's youth. Working groups mother during a domestic violence incident. against independent Muslim believers. In Feb- and commissions have been created across Angela had an Order of Protection against ruary of this year, explosions rocked Tashkent, the Nation to study the cause of violence in Frank, but her request for her husband to re- which the government described as an assas- our schools. Speaker HASTERT has created a ceive only supervised visits was dismissed sination attempt by Islamic radicals allied with bipartisan working group in the House, of during custody hearings. Kurt Frank murdered an exiled opposition leader. which I am a member, to look at several as- his two sons during an unsupervised visit. Apart from elections, a key indicator of pects of our society and to identify which may While it is too late for Brandon and Alex, a se- progress towards democratization is the state influence the violent trend we have witnessed cure visitation center will help to prevent other of media freedom. On October 25±27, an in our youth during the last several years. children from meeting the same fate.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.063 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2363 The READY Act also allows the use of pri- & Asociados, one of the most successful, venture out west, Ms. Meisner began her ca- vate pensions to settle child abuse judgments. independent, Hispanic owned and operated reer in western Colorado. Ms. Meisner served Private pensions are currently used for ali- full-service advertising and public relations as the sole nurse on the western end of the mony or child support payments, however agencies in the United States. As they cele- county in Rifle before taking over as the nurs- cannot be used to settle a child abuse judg- brate their 13th anniversary, we salute them ing director responsible for the Rifle and Glen- ment. This provision was originally submitted for their vision and commitment to serve the wood Springs offices. by my friend and colleague, CAROLYN needs of our entire community, with special at- In 1997, Ms. Meisner became the Director MALONEY during the 105th Congress and I am tention to our Hispanic/Latino constituents. of Public Health for Garfield County, over- happy to be able to include it in the READY Through insightful creative, targeted media seeing nine public health nurses, the Healthy Act. In addition, my legislation amends the Pa- and integrated marketing programs, La Beginnings director, a registered dietitian, rental Kidnaping Prevention Act to provide a Agencia has established deep and lasting mu- three WIC educators, an outreach worker and defense to women who flee across State lines tually beneficial relationships between their cli- five office personnel. to escape domestic violence or sexual assault, ents and the Latino consumer. Ms. Meisner has proven the value of hard and ensures that a civil court can consider do- We honor today those individuals who ex- work and dedication through the satisfaction in mestic violence and the parent and child's emplify leadership, professionalism, commu- the people she serves. She continues to pro- safety when determining which State should nity service and dedication. La Agencia de vide an educational environment in which hear a custody dispute. This will pull the State Orci partners, Hector Orci and Norma Orci, school nurses and administrators can effec- and Federal laws regulating this area closer founders and co-chairs, Roberto Orci, presi- tively work. Ms. Meisner is an asset to the into line. dent and Marlene Garcia, executive vice presi- Third District of Colorado and deserves our Finally, the READY Act includes a sense of dent, are committed to dynamic leadership in highest gratitude and praise on receiving this the Congress stating that when determining their industry. La Agencia values and beliefs great distinction. child custody, it is not in the best interest of dictate that the most direct route to gaining f the child to force joint custody in cases where Share of Market with the Hispanic consumer is there is a history of domestic violence. This to first capture Share of Heart.TM CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 900, act also states, that it is also not in the best Our community and our country continue to GRAMM-LEACH-BLILEY ACT interest of the child to make so called ``friendly benefit from award-winning La Agencia pro SPEECH OF parent'' provisions a factor when there is bono efforts on behalf of the Children's Bu- abuse against a parent or a child. It is impor- reau of Southern California, United Way, Los HON. MELVIN L. WATT tant for Congress to take the lead on this im- Angeles Unified School District, AIDS Project OF NORTH CAROLINA portant issue. L. A., Mexican American Legal Defense and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In preparing to introduce this bill, I came Education Fund (MALDEF), National Associa- upon a website that posted story after story Thursday, November 4, 1999 tion of Latino Elected and Appointed Officials from women who had been victims of domes- (NALEO), Boy Scouts of America, and Census Mr. WATT of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, I tic abuse. Of the dozens of stories that I read, 1990 and 2000. supported the Financial Services Moderniza- one particular submission was especially With the September 23rd opening of their tion bill (H.R. 10) when it was considered in poignant, by a 23-year-old woman named Chicago offices, La Agencia is now one of the the Housing Banking and Financial Services Lisa. Lisa had been married to her husband largest full-service independent advertising Committee and in the full House. I felt good for 4 years, but altogether she has been with agencies in the Midwest dedicated to the na- about supporting the bill because the House him for 6 years. He mentally and physically tional Hispanic market. Also announced was Banking Committee had worked on a bipar- abused her and her children, just as her father the establishment of Orci Public Relations, ex- tisan basis to develop a consensus bill which had abused her and her mother. She is ready tending services to non-advertising clients. was supported by the industry, federal regu- to leave him. She realized that her oldest child Established in 1986, with headquarters in lators and many community and consumer is 4 and, since he's a boy, she is afraid he will Los Angeles, annual billings exceeded 60 mil- groups. That bill overwhelmingly passed the grow to be like her husband. Her youngest is lion dollars in 1998. Current valued clients in- House on July 1, 1999 by a vote of 343 to 86. 3 months, and she does not want her to end clude Allstate Insurance, American Honda, Unfortunately, the bipartisan deliberations up where she is. Lisa ends her letter with the Bell Atlantic, Hormel Foods, Picosito.com, and efforts which characterized the consider- realization that she has to leave for the sake Shell Oil, Tropicana and Washington Mutual. ation of H.R. 10 in the House did not continue of her children. She writes of how she and her Mr. Speaker, distinguished colleagues, when the House-Senate Conference Com- children have their whole lives ahead of them please join me in paying tribute to La Agencia mittee on Financial Services Modernization and it should not be a life full of fear. de Orci & Asociados, a ``family'' of 80 bilingual convened. The Chairmen's print, which was Her letter was written over a month ago. and bicultural staff who come together from 17 used as the base text for consideration by the Hopefully, since that time she has been able countries. La Agencia excels in the advertising Conference Committee, was drafted by the to flee her husband's abuse both to save her- business world and services as a leading role three Republican Chairmen of the Committees self and to save her children. Her lifetime has model in corporate citizenship. They have of jurisdiction with no input from the Demo- been testimony to the cycle of violence. For earned our recognition, praise and respect. cratic conferees. The conferees were then Lisa and her kids, it is time to break that cycle. f given a very limited period of time to review While the road to healing begins with the the lengthy document before having to begin knowledge that Lisa needs to save herself and TRIBUTE TO MARY MEISNER the amendment process. During the amend- her kids, more help is needed to repair the ment process, consideration was abruptly ter- damage done during the years of abuse. With- HON. SCOTT McINNIS minated and some of the most important pro- out it, chances are the cycle will continue. visions of the bill (the CRA provisions) were As we all know, there are no easy answers OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES brokered behind closed doors in the middle of or solutions to the violent acts of our youth. the night. This important, complex and historic However, passage of the READY Act would Wednedsay, November 10, 1999 legislation should have been the subject of be one solid step toward reducing the effects Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to thoughtful, bipartisan review and input. In- of abuse and domestic violence that is so take a moment to recognize Mary Meisner, the stead, the process was hijacked and corrupted clearly harming our youth. director of public health for Garfield County, by a few senior Republican members. f who has been awarded the ``Florence Award.'' An unacceptable process, while objection- TRIBUTE TO LA AGENCIA DE ORCI Ms. Meisner was recognized by the Colo- able, is not sufficient reason to oppose legisla- & ASOCIADOS rado County Nurse Association, Inc. for more tion designed to achieve important public pol- than twenty years of faithful service and ex- icy objectives, if the flawed process results in HON. BRAD SHERMAN ceptional contributions to quality community a satisfactory substantives product. Unfortu- health throughout Garfield County and across nately, the terrible, partisan process which OF CALIFORNIA the entire state of Colorado. She has dedi- was followed in this Conference resulted in se- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cated her entire nursing career to the pro- rious substantive flaws. Some of these flaws Wednesday, November 10, 1999 motion of public health. include the following: Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise before After leaving a small farming community in (1) The bill needs a section stating the pub- you today to pay tribute to La Agencia de Orci Iowa to join two nursing colleagues on an ad- lic policy purposes the bill is designed to

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.066 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2364 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 achieve. In at least nine instances 1 the bill have no regulatory authority over community DR. PALMA FORMICA: ‘‘WOMAN OF makes reference to the ``purposed of the Act.'' groups and these contracts involve no govern- THE CENTURY’’ Unfortunately, the ``purposes'' section con- ment money. While Senator PHIL GRAMM has tained in the bill which passed the House was characterized community groups who enter HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. stripped from the conference bill and no ``pur- into these agreements as ``extortionists,'' no OF NEW JERSEY bank has come forward to complain about a poses'' section was inserted to replace it. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES failure to include a statement of the congres- CRA agreement and the ``sunshine'' require- sional purposes for enacting the bill is, in my ments in the conference bill are, therefore, a Wednesday, November 10, 1999 opinion, a huge error, leaves the bill's ref- solution in search of a problem. Even worse, Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, erences to ``the purposes of the Act'' irrational the reporting provisions impose burdensome November 15, 1999, Saint Peter's University and could lead to much conjecture and pos- paperwork requirements on community groups Hospital and the Muscular Dystrophy Associa- sible litigation about what, in fact, we intended which are unfair and will be a heavy disincen- tion of Central New Jersey will honor Palma E. to achieve. tive to the groups to participate in efforts to Formica, M.D., of Old Bridge, NJ, as a (2) The privacy provisions in the bill are not force banks to comply with the CRA or to help Woman of the Century. strong enough. While the legislation will give achieve the intended results of the CRA. Dr. Formica is chairwoman of family practice consumers the right to ``opt-out'' of having (4) The bill lengthens the time between CRA at Saint Peter's University Hospital in New their financial information disclosed to unaffili- examinations for some banks. The CRA pa- Brunswick, NJ, and is a professor of family ated third parties, I do not believe this privacy perwork requirements for small banks with as- medicine at the University of Medicine and provision goes far enough to safeguard the sets less than $250 million were already Dentistry of New Jersey. She began her family privacy of customers. It also leaves a huge streamlined in 1995. Relaxing the current practice in Old Bridge in 1959. Denied admis- loophole in the definition of ``unaffiliated third practice of CRA examinations, which occur sion by medical schools in the United States party.'' Because the legislation will eliminate approximately every two years, could reduce because they believed she would ``just get the effectiveness of the CRA because federal the firewalls that have existed since 1933 be- married and have kids,'' Pam Formica got her banking regulators will be allowed to go up to tween banks, insurance companies and secu- M.D. from the Universita Di Roma, Faculta di five years before checking to ensure that rities firms, the newly formed financial services Medicina e Chirugia in Rome, Italy. some banks are abiding by their CRA obliga- conglomerates sanctioned by the bill will be Actually, Mr. Speaker, Dr. Formica did get tions. My Republican colleagues need to be able to exchange information on their cus- married and have kids. She also was a pio- reminded that the CRA has served a very im- tomers freely. While most of the businesses neer for women in medicine. She was the first portant purpose by expanding access to credit operating in this new frontier will use this abil- female president of the Medical Society of and capital in all communities and that the ity to share information reasonably, some will New Jersey, and held the same distinction for CRA is not an affirmative action program. not. The few who do not could yield privacy the Middlesex County Medical Society. She is Rather the CRA benefits small businesses, horror stories that could ultimately result in a a Past President and current Member of the farmers and people who live in low and mod- public demand for much greater privacy pro- Board of Trustees of the American Medical erate income communities throughout Amer- tections. Financial services modernization Association (AMA). She serves on numerous should not come at the expense of con- ica, not just in minority communities. Congress should be working to strengthen and expand other boards and commissions, and has won sumers' rights to control the details of their pri- awards too numerous to mention here. The vate personal and financial life and the finan- the CRA, not to diminish its effectiveness. Despite my concerns about the process and Medical Society of New Jersey has estab- cial services industry should exercise these lished an award in her name for women who new rights carefully. Otherwise, this bill will not about the substantive provisions in the con- ference bill, I continue to believe that financial actively lead the way for women's equality in be the final chapter written on this point. the medical field. (3) The bill's provisions which impose con- services modernization is important and nec- Mr. Speaker, it is a great honor for me to tinuing reporting requirements on community essary. While all the concerns I have ex- join in paying tribute to Dr. Palma Formica, a groups which are parties to CRA agreements pressed are legitimate and important, and cer- great physician, a great New Jerseyan, and a with banks are offensive and unprecedented. I tainly result in a bill which is less meritorious fighter for equal opportunities for women in am disappointed that my Republican col- than it could and should be, in my judgment education, in medicine, in community affairs leagues who repeatedly talk about eliminating they do not outweigh the need for the bill or and in all fields of endeavor. She is indeed a the era of ``big government'' are now on the warrant a ``no'' vote. Woman of the Century. other side of this issue. This bill expands the Congress has waited too long to catch up f reach of federal banking regulators and the with what is already occurring in the market- place. Except for the concerns outlined above Federal Reserve by obligating them to police HONORING THE 10TH ANNIVER- and several others of lesser significance, I be- CRA contracts between banks and community SARY OF MICROSTRATEGY groups despite the fact that the regulators lieve the conference bill provides a good framework to eliminate barriers between the various industries in the financial market and HON. THOMAS M. DAVIS 1 Section 103(a)(3)(A): the factors the Federal Re- serve shall use to determine whether an activity is still maintain sufficient safeguards to protect OF VIRGINIA financial in nature or incidental to a financial activ- the safety and soundness of our banking sys- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ity. Section 103(a)(5)(A): the factors the Federal Re- tem. This framework does not exist now, yet Wednesday, November 10, 1999 serve shall use to impose regulations on financial the regulators and businesses are breaking activities. Section 103(a)(7)(A): the factors the Fed- Mr. DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise eral Reserve and the Treasury may use to impose through the barriers without a uniform set of regulations on merchant banking activities. Section rules. A framework is needed and this bill pro- today to honor a company that represents the 103(m)(3): the factors the Federal Reserve may use vides it. very best of the Information Age, a true super- to impose on the conduct or activities of a financial star in the information technology arena that is holding company or any affiliate of that company. While some of my colleagues who support Section 114(a)(1)(A: the factors the OCC may use to this bill will call the bill a great bill and some helping to fuel the economy in my home state impose regulations on the relationships or trans- who oppose it will call it a terrible bill, in my of Virginia and, indeed, across the entire na- actions between a national bank and a subsidiary of opinion, both of these positions are exagger- tion. For Vienna-based MicroStrategy, it a national bank. Section 114(b)(2)(A): the factors the seems that the sky is the limit. Federal Reserve may use to impose regulations on ated. From my perspective, like most bills we the relationships or transactions between a deposi- consider, this one is either a good bill which Founded in 1989 with a $100,000 contract tory institution subsidiary of a bank holding com- contains some bad provisions or a bad bill in hand from DuPont, MicroStrategy has pany and any affiliate of the depository institution which contains some good provisions. In the quickly grown into a giant in the fledgling and between a State member and a subsidiary of a bank. Section 114(b)(42)(A): the standards of review seven years I have served in Congress I have world of Business Intelligence. The company for the Federal Reserve to impose regulations on the not yet seen a perfect bill. This one is no ex- focuses on providing technology to build ``intel- relationships or transactions between a foreign bank ception. I have had to learn ``not to let the per- ligence applications''Ðapplications that extract in the United States and any affiliate of the foreign insight from large databases. Its software em- bank in the United States. Section 114(c)(1)(A): the fect be the enemy of the good.'' factors the FDIC may use to impose regulations on I believe this is a good bill that contains powers organizations to understand the inter- the relationships or transactions between a State some bad provisions and does not include actions they have with their customers, sup- nonmember bank and a subsidiary of the State non- some provisions I desired to have included. pliers, and businesses. member bank. Section 121(b)(3): the factors the That insight enables MicroStrategy's impres- Treasury may use to determine whether an activity However, despite its flaws and imperfections, is financial in nature or incidental to a financial ac- it represents a step forward and, on balance, sive array of clientsÐMCI, Pepsi-Cola, Coca- tivity. deserves to be supported. Cola, Wal-Mart, AT&T, Fannie Mae, American

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.068 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2365 Express, United Airlines, and Bank of Amer- TRIBAL JUDICIAL SYSTEMS ing to tribal governments in the area of tribal ica, to name but a fewÐto improve operations justice. Because tribal court judge organiza- and better analyze their marketing effective- HON. TOM UDALL tions and Indian Legal Services programs do ness. As I have heard MicroStrategy officials OF NEW MEXICO not wish to compete with tribal courts, the bill and their clients explain, the firm's technology IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provides that the grants authorized under the allows run-of-the-mill e-commerce sites to be act are outside of the Department of Justice's Wednesday, November 10, 1999 upgraded with ``intelligence'' features. As we funds for the tribal courts program. all know, Mr. Speaker, the typical site lets the Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, Finally, Mr. Speaker, this is a companion bill customer buy something, but provides little in- today I introduce legislation that will improve to legislation already considered by the other sight into what to buy, or security after the tribal judicial systems through training, tech- Chamber, S. 1508, which was introduced on purchase. nical assistance, and civil and criminal legal August 5, 1999, by Senator BEN NIGHTHORSE MicroStrategy, for ten years, has been on assistance. CAMPBELL. the leading edge of a movement away from Recently, a nationwide survey conducted by f plain ``vanilla'' e-commerce sites. the Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice The numbers alone speak volumes about Statistics found that American Indians are vic- HONORING FRANCES COLBERT the company's meteoric growth. It has been timized by violent crime at two times the rate TERRELL profitable since it was founded, achieving rev- of the general population. The staggering pov- enue growth of more than 100 percent per erty, unemployment and violent crime statistics HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. year annually. Analysts estimate that the com- of many Indian communities is a contrast to OF MICHIGAN pany has an annual run rate of $200 million. other communities that are experiencing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In the second quarter of 1999, the company strong economic health, low unemployment, Wednesday, November 10, 1999 recorded the best growth of any Business In- and decreasing crime rates in other parts of telligence provider and the fastest improving America. Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to market share, according to one report. Every Mr. Speaker, equal access to justice is im- take this opportunity to congratulate a former year, the company has essentially doubled its portant to all Americans. As a past U.S. As- employee of mine. Frances Colbert Terrell re- revenue and number of employees. Today it sistant District Attorney and the former Attor- tired from the Federal Government on January has over 1600 employees, many ney General for the State of New Mexico, I 2, 1999, after 30 years of faithful and loyal headquartered in Tysons Corner. had numerous opportunities to work with tribal service to the Legislative and Executive But even more impressive are the goals of court judges, tribal court administrators and branches of government. Twenty-three of the company's leaders, young, spirited entre- tribal court personnel. I became aware of the those years were spent right here in these preneurs like cofounders Michael Saylor, work of such Indian legal services programs of ``Hallowed Halls of Congress.'' CEO, and Anju Bansal, COO. Their vision of the Legal Services Corporation as Indian Fran, an alumnus of Hampton University, the way information technology will transform Pueblo Legal Services in New Mexico, and where she majored in business education, all of our lives in the very near future is the DNA Peoples Legal Services on the Navajo joined me in January 1989 when I became reason they have met with such astounding Reservation. These tribal judges and Indian Chairman of the Government Operations success. Legal Services program attorneys deal with Committee. Having begun her career on Cap- One of the company's mottos is ``Informa- many of the same kinds of cases that make itol Hill in January 1972 as staff assistant to tion Like Water.'' In an online interview earlier up state dockets: traffic, domestic violence, the Government Operations Committee, then this year, Saylor explained the credo. ``The child welfare and assault, to name a few. But chaired by the late Honorable Chet Holifield, great business organizations made it their mis- often these court personnel and legal rep- Fran had come full circle and brought to my sion to provide a certain utilitarian entitlement resentatives face staggering caseloads and staff a wealth of administrative, management, to the masses: radios for everyone, tele- are only able to draw upon limited resources and policy expertise on how to get things done phones everywhere, a car in every driveway,'' such as the availability of law books, com- in a Congressional Committee. Prior to joining Saylor said. ``Our vision is that the information me, Fran worked on the Small Business Com- you need to make better decisions will be puters, personnel, or staff training. The legislation I introduce today would do mittee under the chairmanship of former Rep. ubiquitous, cheap, and clean. Just like water. three important things. It would authorize the Parren J. Mitchell (D±MD) and the Banking We will be done when everybody has access Attorney General to award grants from within and Finance Committee with former Rep. to all they need, every hour of the day, every- Henry S. Reuss (D±Wis) as chairman. She where.'' existing programs at the Department of Jus- played a large part with my investigative staff And all signs indicate MicroStrategy is far tice. The grants would be used for the pur- in putting together its hearings, legislation and from done. Last June 28, for example, the firm pose of improving tribal judicial systems introduced its newest venture, Strategy.Com, through training, technical assistance and civil report for my 1994 Procurement Reform Leg- which links the firm with companies such as and criminal assistance. islation which streamlined the Government's USA Today, The Washington Post, Metrocall, Second, the bill would provide that the Attor- $200 billion per-year acquisition system and and EarthLink to deliver personalized informa- ney General may award grants and provide allows ``off-the-shelf'' commercial purchases tion and alerts to subscribers via e-mail, tele- technical assistance to Indian tribes for the de- whenever possible after my investigation had phone, mobile phone, pager and the Internet. velopment, enhancement and continuing oper- revealed major abuses in military procure- MicroStrategy provides the software, and the ation of tribal justice systems. These grants ment. other companies provide the content. and technical assistance may be used for Fran, a native Alexandrian, came to the Hill Mr. Speaker, in closing, I want to send my such activities as code development; the de- at a critical and interesting time for African sincere congratulations to MicroStrategy for its velopment of intertribal courts and appellate Americans. The country was still reeling from success, and thank the company for doing systems; probation services, sentencing and the assassinations of President Kennedy, business out of Northern Virginia. Micro- alternative sentencing and diversion programs; Bobby Kennedy, Malcolm X, Martin Luther Strategy is a company that serves as a shin- juvenile justice services and multi-disciplinary King, Jr., the March on Washington and the ing example of the American spirit, of the protocols for child physical and sexual abuse; Poor Peoples' Campaign March. Major civil quest always to find a better, more productive, and traditional tribal justice practices and dis- rights legislation had just been passed and an more user-friendly way of approaching chal- pute resolution methods. historic influx of Afro Americans had, for the lenges. In this new Information Age, Micro- And last, the legislation would amend the In- first time, been elected to the House of Rep- Strategy is helping its customers make infor- dian Tribal Justice Act of 1993 to extend the resentatives. Fran says, ``I still remember the mation the most valuable source of strategic authorization for appropriations under the Act awe and pride I felt working for Congress. insightÐinsight that drives intelligent business, from fiscal year 2000 through fiscal year 2007. There were few African American staffers in generates new, more profitable sales, and The Indian Tribal Justice Act of 1993 author- 1972, and I was sure my tenure wouldn't last strengthens customer loyalty. ized base funding through the Bureau of In- any longer than 4 years at the most. You can Mike Saylor's goal of ``Putting a crystal ball dian Affairs for the more than 250 existing trib- imagine my own surprise at lasting for 23 on every desktop'' is a revolutionary one, and al justice systems at a level of $58.4 million years. Why, that's 11 terms!'' Fran left the Hill one that has allowed the company he started annually. However, no funds have yet been for the Department of Agriculture in 1995 to rise above the competition. Mr. Speaker, appropriated under the act. when the Republicans gained control of the my crystal ball predicts MicroStrategy will con- This bill is intended to be a complement to, House. However, she couldn't avoid politics. tinue to lead the way for years to come. rather than a substitute for direct federal fund- She ended her career with a former colleague

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.071 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2366 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 from Indiana, the Honorable Jill Long Thomp- TRIBUTE TO GRACE MARIE TRIPP- It is that much more painful that only two son, Under Secretary of Agriculture in the HOLMES decades after throwing off the cloak of foreign Clinton Administration. occupation, Poland would undergo invasion Fran says her plans now are to rest, relax HON. SCOTT McINNIS and occupation by the Nazis followed by an- and travel. She and her husband, Calvin, have OF COLORADO other invasion and forty-four years of domina- already traveled to France, England, Greece IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion by the Soviet Union. and Italy. Her next adventure will be a cross Wednesday, November 10, 1999 My life has intersected with the bookends of country journey through the USA. I wish you this painful period in Polish history. My father the very best in your retirement and in what- Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to was serving in the Polish army in 1939 when ever the future holds for you and your family. take a moment to recognize Mrs. Grace Marie World War II erupted. After my family fled tyr- Tripp-Holmes, longtime educator, who recently anny in Europe to settle in the United States, f passed away. I ended up representing a Congressional dis- Before retiring in 1972, Mrs. Holmes taught trict in eastern Connecticut that produced the HONORING OUR VETERANS WHO a generation of children in Alamosa, Colorado. submarines which helped the West win the SERVED IN VIETNAM Mrs. Holmes taught high school in Manassa Cold War and give the Poles their second schools and later operated a private kinder- chance for independence and freedom. HON. ELTON GALLEGLY garten in Alamosa, before the Alamosa School It was in the shipyards of Gdansk that the District offered its own kindergarten. Following OF CALIFORNIA labor unions and Lech Walesa formed the Sol- her contributions there, she taught fourth IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES idarity movement that rose from the under- grade at Alamosa's Central School. ground to eventually negotiate communism's Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Mrs. Holmes was an asset to the children demise in Poland. It is my honor to represent and families of Alamosa. Her role as an edu- Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in shipbuilders in Groton, ConnecticutÐproud cator facilitated an environment where stu- support of H.R. 3293, a bill I introduced today union members who stand for justice here at dents were effectively taught the values nec- with 104 original cosponsors, which will create home and abroad. Some are Polish Ameri- essary to succeed. But when we lose a a three foot by three foot plaque to be placed cans who can trace their family history back to woman such as Mrs. Holmes, being missed is at the 13-acre site of Vietnam Veterans Me- the days of November 1918 and before. Some certainly no precursor to being forgotten. And, morial. The plaque will honor these men and of them like Wayne Burgess of Uncasville, a everyone who knew her, will walk through life women whose lives were cut short by their member of MDA±UAW Local 571, have visited a little bit differently for it. service in Vietnam. the shipyards in Gdansk to express their soli- Honoring the men and women who gave the f darity with their Polish counterparts' heroic ultimate sacrifice for our country should al- IN CELEBRATION OF POLISH fight for freedom. ways be a priority. Unfortunately, some Viet- INDEPENDENCE DAY To complete the circle, it was my privilege nam veteran service and sacrifice is still not to accompany President Clinton to the NATO being fully recognized because they can not Madrid Summit in July of 1997 when the Alli- have their names placed on the Vietnam Vet- HON. SAM GEJDENSON OF CONNECTICUT ance invited Poland, along with Hungary and erans Memorial wall. The wall is open to some IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Czech Republic to apply for membership. veterans who died after the conflict, but the After years of occupation and oppression, the criteria for eligibility does not include many Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Polish people had finally found peace with the veterans whose post-war deaths were a direct Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow withdrawal of Soviet troops. When they joined result of such factors as Agent Orange and the people of Poland will celebrate their inde- NATO, the people of Poland achieved the only post traumatic stress syndrome. H.R. 3293 will pendence day. I rise tonight to pay tribute to fundamental freedom they lackedÐpeace of address this issue by authorizing the creation them and people of Polish descent across the mind. of a plaque to honor them. globe. I therefore rise with Polonia here in the Mr. Speaker, it is vital for us to have a place After 123 years of occupation, the Polish United States and across the globe to pay trib- to honor all the men and women who have people regained their independence and their ute to Poland on the anniversary of its inde- served and died for their country. It is also im- place on the map on November 11, 1918. pendence. Tomorrow let the world hear again portant for the families of these fallen heroes The principles laid down by Woodrow Wil- that ``the Polish state has arisen from the will to have a place in our Nation's Capital where son after the First World War helped build a of the whole nation.'' their loved one's sacrifice is honored and rec- moral framework for Poland's reemergence. f ognized for future generations. But it was up to the Polish people to guar- antee that this promise was fulfilled. Many PERSONAL EXPLANATION f Poles had fought on a number of fronts, by choice or conscription, in World War I. Particu- HON. JULIA CARSON CONGRATULATIONS TO CLAY AND larly famous was the ``Blue Army'' of General SHERYN DAVIS UPON THEIR RE- OF INDIANA Jozef Haller, and the legendary Polish Legions IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CENT MARRIAGE of Jozef Pilsudski. In July 1917 while resisting German control Wednesday, November 10, 1999 HON. HAROLD ROGERS of his forces. Pilsudski was captured and im- Ms. CARSON. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoid- OF KENTUCKY prisoned by the Germans at Magdeburg. Many ably absent for one vote on Tuesday, Novem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Polish units subsequently refused to take an ber 9, 1999, missing rollcall 578. Had I been oath of allegiance to the Germans and then Wednesday, November 10, 1999 present, I would have voted ``yes.'' disbanded, building the ranks of the under- f Mr. ROGERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to give ground Polish Military. heartfelt congratulations to Mr. Clay Davis and As the Central powers collapsed, Ignacy TRIBUTE TO KATHERINE A. Ms. Sheryn Shearer who were united in mar- Daszynski proclaimed a Polish People's Gov- McMILLAN riage on Saturday, October 30th, 1999 in ernment in Lublin on the November 7, 1918. Somerset, Kentucky. Clay has been a dear On November 10, Pilsudski was released by HON. ANNA G. ESHOO friend of mine for many, many years and it the Germans and returned to Warsaw where OF CALIFORNIA was a personal honor for me to serve as his an awaiting Regency Council handed over IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES best man that day. Clay and Sheryn declared power to him. Across the country, Polish mili- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 their love before God, family, and friends, and tary and ex-Legionnaires disarmed the Ger- I can not think of two people who more de- mans and seized political control. Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to serve the everlasting love and happiness they Pilsudski telegrammed the allied govern- honor a great Californian and friend, Katherine have prayed for. ments that day with the immortal words, ``the A. McMillan, on the occasion of her 75th birth- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Polish state has arisen from the will of the day. in congratulating Clay and Sheryn on their re- whole nation.'' From that day onward Poles The daughter of Irish immigrants Margaret cent nuptials. May their love only continue to everywhere celebrated November 11th as and John Trumble, Katherine McMillan was grow with each passing year. Independence Day. born on November 17, 1924, in Worcester,

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.073 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2367 MA, the youngest of nine children. Her five TRIBUTE TO JOE SERNA, MAYOR sion, member of the Board of the Sacramento brothers are Thomas, William, James, Joseph, OF SACRAMENTO Employment and Training Agency, member of Francis, and her three sisters are Margaret, the Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Mary, and Anne. HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI Commission and Sacramento Air Quality Man- agement Board. From 1970 to 1975, he Katherine McMillan matriculated from St. OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served as the Director of the United Farm- Vincent Academy in Worcester and she went workers of America's Support Committee in on to serve in the Navy as a nurse. She gave Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Sacramento County. Mayor Serna also served 37 years of nursing at Sequoia Hospital in Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in great as a two-time presidential appointed member Redwood City, CA, spending the majority of sadness to pay tribute to a very distinguished of the Board of Directors of ``Freddie Mac.'' her time in the fast pace and demanding leader, to one of the most honorable public Mayor Serna was known as an elected offi- Emergency Room where she helped to estab- servants I know, and to a true friend. On Sun- cial with profound vision for the future and the lish their quality long-term care Extended Care day, the mayor of Sacramento, and my good energy to implement that vision. He knew how friend Joe Serna, lost his courageous battle to build coalitions, ignite community involve- Facility. with kidney cancer. As the community mourns ment, and succeed in achieving his goals. Be- Upon her retirement from nursing, Katherine his loss, I ask all my colleagues to join with cause of this vision, he leaves a proud legacy McMillan founded the first latchkey day care me in saluting the career and efforts of this in Sacramento of downtown revitalization and program in the San Francisco Archdiocese at extraordinary person. growth, a stronger public school system, more St. Pius Catholic Church in Redwood City Joe Serna was born in Stockton and raised jobs, more community police, and a higher where she provided quality child care for in Lodi, California. He grew up the son of an quality of life. school aged children. The children had the immigrant farm worker, where he was taught What made Mayor Serna such a remarkable leader was his ability and willingness to listen rare opportunity to learn both Katherine McMil- the honorable values and hard work ethic that exemplified his career. It was here too that he to the community and make himself available lan's unique perspective on life gleaned from began a storied and successful career, be- to all voices that wanted to be heard. In an a lifetime of experience and her distinctive re- coming a sheet metal worker at the age of 19. era when following the politically expedient gional vernacular, a legacy from her Irish par- He went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts degree route is commonplace, Mayor Serna was ents. in social science/government from Sacramento never afraid to fight for what he believed in if In 1990, Katherine McMillan was the first State College in 1966 and attended graduate he knew it was the right thing to do. He never woman to be awarded the In Via Award from school at UC, Davis, majoring in political compromised his values and always brought a Serra High School, San Mateo, CA, for her science. sense of honor and dignity to the Sacramento Always wanting to serve others, Mayor significant contributions to and support of the community. I thank him for his courage, for his Serna entered the Peace Corps in 1966, work- kindness, and for the exceptional integrity he Serra High School community. This singular ing in Guatemala as a Community Develop- maintained throughout his career. Clearly, honor made her the first and only ``woman'' ment volunteer specializing in cooperatives Mayor Serna leaves a new standard of leader- alumnist from the all-male school. Katherine and credit unions. Upon his return to the ship that we should all do well to follow. McMillan continues to spend time volunteering States, he continued his service by pursuing I would also like to extend my deepest and at the Serra High School Library, attending one of the most noble of all professionsÐhe heartfelt sympathies to Mayor Serna's wife, and leading rowdy school functions at the became a teacher. He joined the faculty at Isabelle, his son Phillip, and his daughter, ``Jungle'' and was elected in 1998 by the stu- CSU, Sacramento, in 1969 becoming a pro- Lisa. I along with the city of Sacramento and dent body as their Homecoming Queen. fessor of government. Of course the energy the California community mourn with them. he brought to life was quickly transferred to Mr. Speaker, the city of Sacramento has Katherine McMillan spends her free time his students in the classroom, and in 1991 he suffered a tremendous loss of one of its most crocheting blankets with a group of dedicated, received the Distinguished Faculty Award. distinguished and visionary leaders, as well as giving hands at the Redwood City Senior Cen- Continuing his lifelong calling to public serv- one of its best citizens. We will all miss him ter for Sheryl Parker's Pre-to-Three Program ice, Joe Serna was first elected to the Sac- dearly. so all new babies born in San Mateo County ramento City Council in 1981 and reelected in f 1985 and 1989. He was then elected mayor of have a blanket handmade by dedicated ``vol- REMEMBERING THOMAS D. WELLS Sacramento in 1992 and again in 1996. unteer grandmothers.'' She was appointed by III the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors As mayor, Joe Serna left a proud legacy of to serve on the San Mateo County Health leadership and accomplishments. He worked HON. MAX SANDLIN Plan Board where she works to ensure throughout his career to revitalize Sac- ramento's downtown which included initiating OF TEXAS healthcare services for all those without insur- the Sacramento Downtown Partnership Asso- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ance coverage. ciation, the ``Art in Public Places'' program, Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Katherine McMillan has three loving, grown and the Thursday Night Market. Joe Serna Mr. SANDLIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to children . . . her two daughters Katherine and was selected in 1995 by the National Council remember a great American, a great Texan, Mary; and her son, Robert, who is married to for Urban Economic Development to receive and a great friend. Thomas D. ``Tommy'' Julie and have given her two beautiful grand- their annual Economic Development Leader- Wells, the long-time County Attorney for children, Sean McMillan, 6 years old, and ship Award. Lamar County, Texas, died on October 15, Kenny ``B'' McMillian, 4 years old. He also established the Mayor's Commis- 1999, will be sorely missed. sion on Our Children's Health and the Mayor's Tommy served Lamar County as County At- Katherine McMillan is especially proud of Commission on Education and the City's Fu- torney for twenty years and will always be re- rearing her three children as a single working ture, which led to a new Sacramento City Uni- membered as an exemplary public servant. mother all of whom went on to college and are fied School District Board of Trustees. As part But I will remember Tommy as a friendÐa now productive members of our community. of his active role in improving the Sacramento man dedicated to his family, committed to al- She is exceedingly proud of her two City School District, he founded the Mayor's ways doing the right thing. grandsons who carry the legacy of her ex- Summer Reading Camp, a literacy program My friend Tommy was an inspiration to the traordinary spirit into a third generation of Mc- for below average scoring second and third people of East Texas. He graduated from Millan's. grade students. Paris High School and received his bachelor's Over the past three decades Mayor Serna degree from Baylor University. After grad- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me was a member of numerous organizations in- uating from law school at St. Mary's Univer- in honoring Katherine McMillan, a great and cluding the Regional Transit Board of Direc- sity, he returned to Paris to practice law. good woman, for her countless contributions tors and the Sacramento Housing and Rede- Subsequently, Tommy won five consecutive to our community and our country and con- velopment Commission. He was the Co-trust- elections to the County Attorney post. He was gratulate her on the attainment of her 75th ee of the Crocker Art Museum Association elected president of the Texas County and birthday. We are indeed a better country and and an Advisory Board Member of Senior District Attorney's Association and also served a better people because of this woman. Gleaners, Inc. He also was a former Chair of on the State Bar of Texas Grievance Com- the Sacramento City/County Sports Commis- mittee. After leaving his prosecutor's post for

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.078 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2368 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 private practice. Tommy continued to serve his RECOGNITION OF DONNA nately, that is where the mutuality ends. In the state as a special prosecutor. GALBRAITH AND GERRY SCHULTZ context of a means to an end, the interests of the franchisee and franchisor are not always Clearly Tommy was a credit to his profes- the same. For instance, because the parent sionÐbut his lasting legacy is his family. HON. DAVID E. BONIOR OF MICHIGAN corporations collect royalties on sales, not Tommy and his wife of thirty years, Rusty, profits, it is in the economic interest of the cor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES raised two sons in Paris. Nothing was more porate franchisor to open more outlets, even if important to Tommy Wells than his family. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 it is at the expense of an existing franchisee. His dedication to his family's activities Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, over the last ten It is exactly this type of activity that has brought him closer to his community. Tommy years, a tradition has been established in the brought us here today. taught Sunday School for the First Baptist Port Huron Community. This December will As a conservative Republican who supports smaller government and less regulation, many Church of Paris and coached football for Opti- mark the tenth anniversary of the Nutcracker Ballet Theater's production of the timeless people have asked why I support franchise mist teams. He was active with the Paris Boys legislation. First of all, this legislation is not Club. He served on the board of the Salvation Christmas classic ``The Nutcracker''. Friends and fans of the production are gathering to- about bigger government and more regula- Army and was a member of the ``Old Men's tionÐit is about protecting freedom. The free- Club.'' night to honor the heart of the theater com- panyÐDonna Galbraith and Gerry Schultz. dom for small business entrepreneurs to con- Tommy Wells was not an old man, though. These two individuals have given tirelessly tract fairly, honestly, and without fear of ret- He died at age fifty-four. A young man both in to the community. It is through their vision and ribution. Second, the Constitution provides age and spirit, he contributed more to Lamar commitment, that the Nutcracker Ballet has Congress with the authority to regulate inter- state commerce which Congress has already County in his brief life than its residents ever become the can't miss event of the holiday done for some franchisees by enacting the could have asked of him. season in Port Huron. Petroleum Marketers Act and the Automobile Donna and Gerry have made the Nutcracker Mr. Speaker, East Texas has lost a leader Dealers Day in Court Act. I believe the time a part of their lives, and used it to touch the and a friend. His wife, sons, and mother have has come to apply these same standards to lives of so many others. Without their leader- lost a dear member of their family. But the all franchise business relationships. ship and direction, the production simply City of Paris and Lamar County gained so One of the key provisions of this legislation would not be possible. They have brought to- much from the life of Tommy Wells. We cele- applies the Duty of Good Faith and Fair Deal- gether dancers from across the region, many ing to the franchise relationship. One would brate his life and are grateful for his time with of whom have moved on to participate in na- us. think that this obligation is inherent in all con- tionally recognized dance troupes. Donna and tractual relationships, however, because there Gerry have taken a personal role in the devel- f has been inconsistency in judicial interpreta- opment of thousands of young people in our tion, clarification is needed. The Duty of Good community. Through rehearsals, training, and PARNICK JENNINGS Faith provision requires both the franchisor character building, they have made their pres- and the franchisee to act in good faith in its ence felt beyond the stage and into the day to performance and enforcement of the contract. HON. BOB BARR day lives of so many children and families. A Duty of Good Faith obligates each party to The Blue Water Area is a better place be- do nothing that would have the effect of de- OF GEORGIA cause of the leadership and dedication of stroying or injuring the right of the other party Donna Galbraith and Gerry Schultz. Every IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to obtain and receive the expected fruits of the town in America needs a Donna and Gerry of contract. If the franchisees are willing to apply Wednesday, November 10, 1999 its own to remind them of the wonderful joy this provision to themselves, why are the that the work of two individuals can bring to an farnchisors unwilling to do the same? Mr. BARR of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, sooner entire region. There is also great concern among or later, all of us have to deal with the death I ask you all to join me today in recognizing franchisees about monopolistic behavior of a loved one. Often, during that difficult time, the dedication of Donna Galbraith and Gerry among franchisors with respect to sourcing re- the devotion, counsel, and wisdom of another Schultz as they bring the true spirit of the holi- quirements. Many franchise contracts require person can make a bad experience a little days to Port Huron once again. franchisees to purchase equipment, fixture, easier to bear. f supplies, goods and services directly from the franchisor or its subsidiary, thus eliminating Parnick Jennings of Rome, GA, is one such THE SMALL BUSINESS FRANCHISE competition from the system and driving up person. For the past 50 years, he has oper- ACT OF 1999 costs for the franchisees and ultimately the ated Jennings Funeral Home in Cartersville, consumer. Under this legislation, competition GA. In the process, he has consoled thou- HON. HOWARD COBLE would be injected into the procurement proc- sands of grieving friends, spouses, relatives, OF NORTH CAROLINA ess, ultimately lowering costs for everyone. and children as they work through the most IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Along these same lines, franchisors would difficult moments of their lives. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 also be required to disclose any rebates, com- The involvement by Parnick Jennings in our missions, payments or other benefits resulting Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to re- society and his community, however, have not from the mandated sourcing requirement im- introduce the Small Business Franchise Act of ended at the doors of his business. After grad- posed on the franchisees. These kinds of 1999. ``kickback'' have been illegal in other industries uating from the University of Tennessee, he In the closing days of the 105th Congress, served with the U.S. military during the Korean for years, and the time has come to shine the Congressman CONYERS and I introduced simi- light of day on these long-standing franchisor war. Since then, he has been involved in lar legislation aimed at leveling the playing abuses. many civic groups such as the Rome Kiwanis field in the business relationship between cor- During the past 20 years, there has been Club, where he is a charter member, and the porations that sell franchises and the small tremendous change in the franchising industry, Floyd County Baptist Association, where he businessmen and women who invest in them. and as a result, I believe the time has come served as a Brotherhood Director. Franchise businesses represent a large and for Congress to examine this issue and level Mr. Jennings has also served his community growing segment of our nation's retail and the playing field for small business franchisees on the Shorter College Board of Trustees, and service businesses and are rapidly replacing across our great nation. The legislation that I the Southern Baptist Sunday School Board of more traditional forms of small business own- introduce today, along with my distinguished Trustees. In all that he has done, he has given ership in our economy. As a result, franchise colleague from Michigan, Congressman JOHN owners have become the heart and soul of freely of his time and energy to make north- CONYERS, addresses the fundamental and America's economic engine and the backbone necessary safeguards that this industry so west Georgia a better in which place to live of local commerce. desperately needs. This legislation, like the and work. The franchisor/franchisee relationship is fun- Automobile Dealers Day in Court Act and the I join a grateful community in offering a sin- damentally an economic one where the objec- Petroleum Marketing Practices Act, rights the cere thanks for a lifetime of devotion to others tive of each party is to make money. Cap- imbalance that has existed for too long in the exemplified by Parnick Jennings. italism at its best one would think. Unfortu- franchisor/franchisee relationship.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.080 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2369 PERSONAL EXPLANATION TRIBUTE TO GEORGE WEBER Waking up early on Saturday mornings to the sound and smell of fresh grass being cut; the HON. GARY G. MILLER HON. SCOTT McINNIS laughter of children playing in the yard; and the sounds of a kick-ball game in the cul-de- OF CALIFORNIA OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sac. Not much has changed since 1959. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES trees are a little larger and new faces have Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Wednesday, November 10, 1999 blossomed, but the community closeness and Mr. GARY MILLER of California. Mr. Speak- Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to pride has never left the neighborhood. er, on Monday, November 8, I was inadvert- take a moment to recognize the dedication Currently, Sleepy Hollow Woods has 378 ently detained and unable to vote on the fol- and accomplishments of Mr. George Weber. I homes and almost fifty nationalities are rep- lowing measures: would like to honor this individual who has resented. Everyone is community conscious Rollcall No. 574, recognizing the generous managed to balance his time and energy be- and there is a high number of volunteers for contribution made by each living person who tween his job teaching music, his role as a wil- neighborhood projects and neighbor support. has donated a kidney to save a life; derness leader and a career as a musician. To demonstrate how close-knit the community Mr. Weber has been teaching at the Colo- is, the residents of Sleepy Hollow Woods are Rollcall No. 575, amending the Ethics in rado Rocky Mountain School since 1996 and holding a series of celebrations to mark the Government Act of 1978 to reauthorize fund- before that he taught at the September School 40th anniversary of the founding of the neigh- ing for the Office of Government Ethics; and in Boulder, Colorado. Aside from his involve- borhood. All 43 original homeowners have Rollcall No. 576, recognizing and honoring ment and dedication to the students in the been invited of which 39 will be in attendance. Payne Steward and expressing the condo- classroom, Mr. Weber also conducts extended Mr. Speaker, in conclusion, I would like to lences of the House of Representatives to his trips into the wilderness of three to ten days. ask my colleagues join me today in com- family on his death and to the families of In addition to his demanding life with the mending Sleepy Hollow Woods for its rich his- those who died with him. Colorado Rocky Mountain School, he is also a tory and dedication to their neighborhood and Had I been present, I would have voted veteran of the bluegrass music community. community. I also would like to wish Sleepy ``aye'' on rollcall Nos. 574, 575, and 576. From his experience in the past with ``the Hollow Woods a warm congratulations on their Medicine Bow Quartet,'' ``The George Weber 40th anniversary and for being a community f Band,'' and ``Hot Rize'' to his current work with whose vision and character reflect the best of HONORING AGNES FUSS the group ``Live Five,'' he has been offering America. his skills, passion and talent to his fans and f Colorado in general. HON. BART GORDON It is my pleasure to congratulate Mr. George VETERANS CEREMONY AT JEF- OF TENNESSEE Weber on his success and to thank him for his FERSON HIGH SCHOOL HONORING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication as well as his willingness and abil- GOLD STAR MOTHERS OF VIET- NAM VETERANS Wednesday, November 10, 1999 ity to entertain and educate Colorado. f Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. SILVESTRE REYES honor Mrs. Agnes Fuss for her years of serv- HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVER- OF TEXAS ice to her country and her community. ``Miss SARY OF THE COMMUNITY OF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Agnes'' is the person in the Upper Cum- SLEEPY HOLLOW WOODS berland area of my district call when they Wednesday, November 10, 1999 need help. HON. THOMAS M. DAVIS Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize Perhaps because she is a federal retiree, OF VIRGINIA a special event taking place in my congres- she is especially good at providing assistance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sional district this week. El Paso's Jefferson to those confused by the sometimes com- High School is commemorating the fiftieth an- plicated workings of government. She has Wednesday, November 10, 1999 niversary of the founding of the school. As been described as a favorite of seniors and a Mr. DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise part of this week long commemoration, the lifesaver. Agnes would simply tell you her re- today to honor a neighborhood community that Jefferson High School Ex-Student's Associa- ward is the satisfaction she derives from help- was founded in my district 40 years ago this tion is honoring today, Jefferson High School ing people solve problems. Thanksgiving weekend. Sleepy Hollow Woods, veterans and their families. Specifically, they Agnes lives in Jackson County with her hus- home to the second oldest tree in the state of are taking special notice of the service and band, Floyd. Born in St. Johns, Newfoundland, Virginia, at nearly 400 years of age, has sacrifice of twelve Jefferson High School grad- Mary Agnes Myers was educated at a local played a significant role in the Falls Church uates from the class of 1967. These twelve in- parochial school and commercial college. In community throughout the years. It has been dividuals represent the largest number of stu- May 1955, she married Floyd Fuss, a U.S. Air a neighborhood where families can raise their dents from one high school to have graduated Force serviceman, while he was in St. Johns children and their children can in turn raise in the same year who died in the Vietnam as part of his military service. Two years later, their children. War. These young people were in the prime of she immigrated to the United States. In March On Thanksgiving Day of 1958, the first fam- their lives, and whose contribution to the world 1959, Agnes was naturalized in the Eastern ily moved into the new neighborhood located can never be fully measured. Who knows District Court in Philadelphia. off Columbia Pike, just across from Mason what lives these individuals would have led, Agnes attended Kennesaw College in Geor- District Part. One year later, in 1959, the com- contributions they could have made, or ac- gia. In 1966, she was hired as a clerk in the munity of Sleepy Hollow Woods was estab- complishments they could have attained? Overseas Employee Office at Dobbins Air lished. In the post-World War II era, the first However, their service to this country in the Force Base in Marietta, GA. She was later families were mostly young Pentagon and name of freedom, serves as an inspiration for promoted to Chief of the Classification Divi- Capitol Hill types who were looking to start their classmates, fellow El Pasoans, and citi- sion. Agnes retired in 1993, after 27 years of families of their own. Sleepy Hollow Woods zens across this nation. service. with its affordable housing and convenient The mothers of these veterans are El Paso Agnes and Floyd have four children and proximity to Washington, D.C., made this an Gold Star Mothers. They follow a long tradi- seven grandchildren, on whom she likes to ideal community for young families. tion, going back seventy years to the founding brag. She is very family-oriented and, after 44 Sleepy Hollow Woods, with its winding of the American Gold Star Mothers. The Gold years of marriage, always has kind, com- streets, shady trees and spacious private Star Mothers got their name from the practice plimentary words to say about Floyd. yards has received accolades in a national of mothers of veterans displaying a gold star For someone who has been so giving, I magazine when the neighborhood first in their homes, as a symbol of their children would like to take the opportunity to personally opened. People traveled from all around the who died fighting. Congress officially recog- thank Miss Agnes for the contributions she nation not only to view the community but also nized this organization in 1929, and the mem- has made to her country and to the people of to reside in one of the new model homes. As bers of this organization provide service to the Sixth District. In short, although she may with all new communities inhabited by young veterans, their families and communities. They feel uncomfortable with all this praise, I just professionals, there has always been a feeling contribute to developing and keeping alive the wanted to make a Fuss about Agnes. of hustle and bustle in Sleepy Hollow Woods. spirit of world service, assist veterans and

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.087 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2370 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 their dependents in presenting claims to the ample to all. I have confidence that he will use higher risk of childhood leukemia was likely Veterans' Administration, perpetuate the mem- his exceptional talent to give back to his and when pesticides were used in the garden ory of those who died during war, teach les- neighbors and community. Once again, hats a 6.5-fold higher risk was reported. sons of patriotism and love of country, and in- off to Mr. Eric Lewis on this outstanding ac- Some states have taken action to combat spire respect for the flag in the youth of Amer- complishment. this ever-growing problem, however state pro- ica. f tection is uneven and children in 20 states The Gold Star Mothers of El Paso remind have no protection at all from these potentially us of the never-ending bond between families. PARENTS HAVE A RIGHT TO KNOW deadly chemicals. They remind us of the sacrifice that families of ABOUT TOXIC RISKS TO THEIR My SEPA legislation will require the use of veterans make as they endure the fears and CHILDREN’S HEALTH the safest pesticides in and around our concerns of having loved ones overseas, and schools. All pesticides that have been deter- the loss from loved ones who never return. HON. RUSH D. HOLT mined to cause cancer, mutations, neuro- As Veterans Day memorials take place this OF NEW JERSEY logical and immune system effects and other week throughout the nation, the Jefferson IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serious toxic effects will be excluded from use in schools. Schools may use conventional High School commemoration is a special Wednesday, November 10, 1999 event honoring the incredible sacrifice and pesticides if less toxic substances cannot con- service of one community. The twelve Vietnam Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to intro- trol or prevent a pest as long as the school Veteran classmates of 1967, are part of a duce legislation that will help protect our chil- community is given at least 24 hours notice of larger number of Jefferson High School vet- dren from illness and disease that can result application. erans who served and risked their lives for from chemical exposure to pesticides. My leg- Several national and regional groups have American values and ideals. These men and islation, the School Environment Protection already come out in support of my bill. This in- women reflect an El Paso community which (SEPA) Act, addresses the need for schools to cludes the National Education Association, maintains a long history of distinguished mili- provide protective action from the effects of Children's Health Environment Coalition, Citi- tary service with the presence of Fort Bliss. pesticide use in school buildings and on zens for a Better Environment, New Jersey Our community of veterans includes those school grounds. Coalition for Alternatives to Pesticides and the from World War I, World War II, Korea, Viet- Parents entrust their children's safety to New Jersey Environmental Federation. nam, and the Persian Gulf and other conflicts schools and have the right to know what toxic SEPA will force our nation to better protect where American troops have stood against to- substances their children are being exposed all our children from unnecessary chemical ef- talitarianism and threats to our national secu- to. There are safe alternatives to the use of fects and assist our youth in living healthier, rity. dangerous chemicals as pesticides and herbi- longer lives. I urge all my colleagues to join in The Jefferson High School ceremony also cides. This bill would encourage schools to this ``Right to Know'' effort by supporting the reminds us of our young men and women who use integrated pest management techniques School Environmental Protection Act. are currently deployed around the world. that have proven to be safe and effective. In f the event that potentially dangerous chemicals These fine soldiers are our nation's first line of RELIEF FOR AKAL SECURITY defense and they protect our interests and al- would have to be used, this Right to Know Act lies whether they are in Bosnia, the Middle will require our schools to inform parents of HON. TOM UDALL East, Korea, or Europe. The incredible free- any risk to which their children would be ex- OF NEW MEXICO dom we enjoy in these times of prosperity is posed. My proposal will take simple steps to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a direct consequence of the service of these ensure children's safety in the place where brave men and women and the veterans who they spend most of their time, school. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 preceded them throughout this century. We When it comes to pesticide exposure, chil- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, should be grateful for their commitment and dren are one of the least protected groups. today, I introduce a bill that would allow a dedication and never take for granted the high Due to their small size, children take in more business, Akal Security, located in Santa price they and their families pay to defend our pesticides relative to their body weight than Cruz, New Mexico, to receive payment for liberty. adults and are also less likely to detoxify toxic services it performed for the United States On this the fiftieth anniversary of Jefferson chemicals through their still developing organ Government almost a decade ago. High School, let us remember the duty, honor, systems. In the Spring of 1991, Akal Security per- and sacrifice made by the graduates of this The National Academy of Sciences Report, formed guard services as emergency work school, by their families, and the community Pesticides in the Diets of Infants and Children, during the Desert Storm situation. Specifically, that supports and honors them. found that the current EPA generally lacks security services were performed at a record Veterans Day asks all Americans to take data on children's susceptibility to pesticide storage site located in St. Louis, Missouri. The stock in this nation's incredible opportunities exposure that would allow them to provide storage site was leased to the Army Corps of and freedoms, and urges us to always remem- adequate standards necessary to protect chil- Engineers and was further leased to the Army ber our courageous veterans. dren. The EPA is beginning the process to re- Reserve Personnel Center (ARPERCEN). The God bless these veterans and their families. view pesticides, however, this could take them services were orally ordered by the United f months or even years. Meanwhile, schools are States Corps of Engineers for the month of frequently using pesticides that have the po- March, 1991. CONGRATULATING ERIC LEWIS tential to harm our children's physical and On April 3, 1991, Akal submitted its invoice mental development. Maryland schools re- for $10,208.74 for services performed. After HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS ported 94% of their school districts surveyed multiple requests, the Department of the Army OF NEW JERSEY used pesticides that have been linked to can- has still not payed the bill owed. To date, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cer. Similar results were yielded in California there has never been any question that the with 93% of its school districts surveyed using services were in fact ordered by the COE and Wednesday, November 10, 1999 pesticides known for causing cancer. This rendered by Akal Security. Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to usage can be a serious detriment to our chil- In December, 1992, the Deputy General take this opportunity to congratulate Mr. Eric dren's health. We do not have time to wait for Counsel of the Department of the Army noti- Lewis from Camden, New Jersey on winning the EPA's results. According to the National fied Akal Security that the guard services the prestigious Thelonious Monk International Cancer Institute, childhood cancer has in- could not be procured because it could cause Jazz Piano Competition. As a Camden native, creased over 1 percent a year. Too many of a violation of 10 U.S.C. Sec 2465. This sec- Mr. Lewis has brought great pride both to the our children's health and lives are at risk now tion provides that the ``Department of Defense city of Camden and to the entire state of New and in the future. may not be obligatedÐfor the purpose of en- Jersey, as well as to musicians all over world. Studies have shown that children living in tering into a contract for the performance ofÐ In addition to his exceptional musical talents, households where pesticides are used suf- security-guard functions at any military instal- Mr. Lewis obviously shares a commitment to fered elevated rates of soft tissue sarcoma, lation or facility.'' The only recommendation of his community. Mr. Lewis has pledged to do- leukemia and brain cancer. A study done by the Deputy General Counsel was that Akal nate ten percent of his winnings to his local Childhood Leukemia and Parents' Occupa- could seek private relief legislation. church. This unselfishness and generosity is a tional and Home Exposures found that in Mr. Speaker, correspondence from a Colo- testament to Mr. Lewis' character and an ex- homes where pesticides were used a 3.8-fold nel Greiling in 1995 indicates that the Army

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.087 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2371 Reserve Personnel Center had information PAYING TRIBUTE TO BERTRAM section 401. First, section 401 provides that from the Federal Bureau of Investigation that BRINGHURST ON HIS 100TH no company may acquire a thrift after May ARPERCEN records storage sites could pos- BIRTHDAY 4, 1999, unless the company is engaged only in financial activities. Second, a company sibly be a target for terrorist activity. In consid- that does acquire a thrift after May 4, 1999 eration of the information from the FBI and the HON. MAURICE D. HINCHEY may not engage in commercial activities. As subsequent oral request made by the Corps of OF NEW YORK such, a grandfathered unitary thrift holding Engineers, Akal Security acted responsibly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES company could not be acquired by another and deserves compensation for the services commercial firm or financial firm and retain performed during a time of heighten national Wednesday, November 10, 1999 its commercial activities. A financial firm security. Mr. HINCHEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to could not acquire a grandfathered unitary After researching this issue and being in pay tribute to my constituent, the distinguished thrift holding company engaged in commer- contact with the Department of Defense, I Mr. Bertram Bringhurst. Today, Mr. Bringhurst cial activities unless such activities are di- vested because the acquiring financial firm have come to the conclusion that an Act of achieves two major milestones: the celebration would then be engaged in commercial activi- Congress is needed to pay for these services of his 100th birthday and the award of ties directly and indirectly in violation of that were incurred. This bill only concerns the France's highest honor, the Chevalier of the section 401. invoice amount of 1991 and does not concern National Order of the Legion of Honor. Insurance company portfolio invest- interest on the principle since then. Mr. Bringhurst was among the many bright, ments—New section 4(k)(4)(I) of the Bank The introduction of this bill today is the con- energetic young men who answered our na- Holding Company Act permits insurance tinuance of an effort that was begun in earlier tion's call to arms during World War One. At company subsidiaries of financial holding years. This bill is identical to a bill that was in- the tender age of 17 he struggled to survive companies to acquire equity interests in nonfinancial companies (‘‘portfolio compa- troduced in the last Congress by my prede- the fierce battles at Chateau-Thierry and Ar- nies’’). Such acquisitions, however, must rep- cessor, Congressman Bill Redmond. gonne Forest as well as poison gas attacks. resent an investment made in the ordinary Thank you Mr. Speaker for your consider- Upon returning from France, Mr. Bringhurst course of the insurance company’s business ation of this matter and I encourage my col- set about living his life, starting and raising a and must be made in accordance with rel- leagues to support this bill. family and being an honorable member of his evant state insurance law. The Act also pro- f community. According to his family, he spoke hibits a financial holding company from rou- little of his time in France. However, the tinely managing or operating a portfolio TRIBUTE TO CHRISTOPHER memories that he did share, the memories of company held pursuant to this section, ex- NIETCH cept as necessary to obtain a reasonable re- German soldiers who died clutching photos of turn of the investment. It has been suggested their children, clearly demonstrate his compas- that this would permit officer overlaps be- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN sion for all mankind. tween the financial holding company and the OF SOUTH CAROLINA Today, Mr. Bringhurst will celebrate his portfolio company held under the authority IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 100th birthday at the Castle Point Veterans granted by this section. This is not the case. The restriction in fact was intended to pro- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Hospital in Beacon, New York, surrounded by his family and friends. Mr. Bringhurst will also hibit financial holding companies from be- Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to have a special guest at his birthday partyÐthe coming involved in the day-to-day oper- ations or management of a portfolio com- pay tribute to Christopher Nietch for his excel- French Consul will be on hand to present him lence in coastal and marine study. Through pany, except in unusual circumstances, and with the French Legion of Honor in honor of thereby maintain the Act’s general prohibi- dedication and hard work, Mr. Nietch has his service in France in World War One. this tion on the mixing of banking and com- found unique methods and helped create new is a fitting tribute to a great man. merce. Since the officers of a company are equipment to aid in the study of coastal Mr. Speaker, I feel a debt of gratitude to involved in the day-to-day management of marshland research. Bertram Bringhurst for the role he has played the company’s affairs, officer interlock be- Mr. Nietch's research focuses on the nutri- in our nation's history. As a veteran, I take tween a financial holding company and a ent and carbon biogeochemistry of marshes. great pride in being associated with a man of portfolio company would, in most cir- He is aiding resource managers in determining his caliber. As an American, I am proud that cumstances, involve the holding company in the routine management and operation of the effects of land use and is exploring possi- Mr. Bringhurst will get the accolades he de- bilities of unorthodox methods which hones the portfolio company. Director interlocks, serves for his service in France. on the other hand, would properly allow a fi- the maximum possibility regarding the usage f nancial holding company to monitor its in- of coastal wetlands. His work is on the edge, vestment as long as the director was not in- not only exploring, but pushing coastal marsh- CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 900, volved in the day-to-day management of the land science to maximize the usage of GRAMM-LEACH-BLILEY ACT portfolio company. marshlands. f Using different methods, Mr. Nietch aided in SPEECH OF the creation of new equipment that makes the HON. JAMES A. LEACH CT–43A FEDERAL EMPLOYEE measurements necessary to study some 15 OF IOWA SETTLEMENT ACT different marsh sites within four separate estu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES aries in South Carolina not only economical, Thursday, November 4, 1999 HON. SAM FARR but also practical and accurate. His findings OF CALIFORNIA have been circulated widely among his peers Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I insert the fol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and colleagues within the coastal stewardship, lowing for printing in the RECORD: Wednesday, November 10, 1999 which in effect allows other researchers, Unitary thrift holding companies—Section coastal resource managers, and policy makers 401 closes the unitary thrift holding com- Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, it has to easily access his findings. pany loophole that permits commercial been three and a half years since my con- Mr. Nietch's work is a benchmark for future firms to acquire thrifts. This section con- stituent, Adam Darling, died. He died on the studies that would measure how much poten- tains a grandfather provision that permits a same airplane that carried the late Secretary company that was a savings and loan holding tial and access coastal wetland marshes have company on May 4, 1999, or had an applica- of Commerce, Ron Brown. Together, they and to offer society. His work has contributed to tion on file as of that date, to acquire and 33 others perished on the side of a cold, dark both the overall public awareness of how sen- continue to control a thrift and engage in mountain outside of Tuzla, Croatia. sitive and valuable the coastal wetland commercial activities. It should be recog- Since that fateful day, the families of the vic- marshes are and the necessity to further re- nized that this exception to the general pro- tims of that crash have sought redress with search and study the long-term management hibitions in section 401 on commercial firms the government, first through the Air Force, of these priceless resources. owning thrifts applies only to companies then through the Department of Commerce, Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join with me and that owned or controlled thrifts as of that and now with Congress. It is for that reason my fellow South Carolinians as we pay tribute date (or pursuant to an application pending that today I and more than 30 bipartisan mem- as of that date) and not to any subsequent to Christopher Nietch for his diligent work and acquirer of a grandfathered unitary thrift bers of this body, introduce this bill. We intro- hours of effort in researching coastal wetland holding company. duce this bill in the name of justice and in the marshes. He is a role model, and I wish him The intention of the conferees on this mat- name of every person who died in this crash. continued success in his new ventures. ter is very clear from the plain language of And for me, I introduce this bill in the memory

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.090 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2372 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 of Adam Darling and all the energy and hope man TAUZIN and Congressman MARKEY. To- cent. A 1998 study documented that reform and spirit that emanated from his young, ideal- gether, they have produced an excellent, bi- legislation would save U.S. consumers $29 bil- istic heart. partisan bill that is designed to bring the bene- lion over 10 years. Worldwide savings would Mr. Speaker, when TWA 800 went down, fits of competition to consumers of satellite reach $6.9 billion. and more recently Egypt Air 990, the families communications. This bill will reform the 1962 I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 3261. of the victims on those planes are met with ActÐa law that is woefully outdated and in It brings the full benefits of competition to con- helping hands and offers of assistance. They need of a complete overhaul. sumers and it will permit COMSAT to move are met with intensive investigations as to Today, we still rely on a foreign govern- ahead in this rapidly changing world of tele- causes and apologies for events gone wrong. ment-controlled treaty organizationÐ communications. If the families are unsatisfied, they have re- INTELSATÐto provide the bulk of inter- course to means (namely the court system) to national satellite services to and from the f alleviate their loss. United States. This structure was designed in This was not true for everyone on the Ron the 1960's when it was believed that only gov- CABIN USER FEE FAIRNESS ACT Brown trip. Because this trip was government ernments and monopolies could finance and OF 1999 sponsored and occurred on a government air- operate satellites. So much has changed since craft, and because the crash happened on for- those early days. Today, the United States eign soil, the victims on that plane were leads the world in satellite manufacturing and HON. GEORGE R. NETHERCUTT, JR. caught in a tremendous catch-22 that pre- technology. Yet, we still cling to the 1960's vented their grieving families from seeking res- governmental model that stifles competition, OF WASHINGTON titution for their loss. After extended negotia- trade, and ingenuityÐall to the detriment of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions, families of private citizens were awarded consumers. settlements from the Air Force. H.R. 3261 will end the last remaining Wednesday, November 10, 1999 telecom monopoly in the United States and Families of deceased federal employees Mr. NETHERCUTT. Mr. Speaker, I am provide incentives to encourage INTELSAT, were not. pleased today to introduce the Cabin User and its sister organization, INMARSAT, to pri- Federal employees' survivors are not enti- Fee Fairness Act of 1999 with my colleagues, tled to seek such restitution because the law vatize in a procompetitive manner. The bill Senator CRAIG and Senator THOMAS. The leg- uses access to the U.S. market to encourage provides only for those benefits within the islation will establish a new appraisal process INTELSAT and INMARSAT to so privatize. If scope of the Federal Employees Compensa- to determine a fair fee for Forest Service cab- they refuse, they will still have access to the tion Act (FECA). Even under situations where ins. Under the formula established by the bill, U.S. market for the services they were origi- there may be clear cause, these persons are appraisals would be based on the raw value of nally created to provideÐsuch as public tele- barred from the court system to argue their the land, adjusted for structures and services phone and maritime servicesÐbut they will not case. provided by the Forest Service. The victims of TWA 800 could go to TWA be permitted to compete with private commer- or the Boeing Company for redress. The vic- cial providers of new services such as direct- The Cabin User Fee Fairness Act will ad- tims of Egypt Air 990 could go Egypt Air or the to-home TV and high-speed Internet. To gain dress two major concerns with the current ap- Boeing Company for restitution. The victims of admission to the U.S. market for these new praisal process. First, the appraisal method- CT43±A have only their government to turn to, competitive services, they will first have to ology currently used by the Forest Service is and their government has turned them down. shed their governmental privileges and immu- not arriving at the appropriate value of the use This rejection is hurtful not because the law nities and become truly competitive and pri- of a lot by a cabin owner. Federal property dif- is so strict in its treatment of the victims. The vate. fers from private land in that the owners do rejection is hurtful because the post-crash in- COMSAT will also be normalized by this not maintain the same rights and privileges to vestigation found deliberate violation in the legislation. When Congress created COMSAT their property as those held by private land- chain of command that allowed the airplane to 37 years ago, it granted COMSAT a monopoly owners. For example, permit holders cannot fly the day of the crash; numerous safety defi- over access to the INTELSAT, and later, the make modifications to the land or their cabin ciencies on the airplane; and overt aircrew INMARSAT satellites. COMSAT has been the without the approval of the Forest Service, error. When this much goes wrong, and when only U.S. company permitted by law to directly they cannot reside in their cabin on a year the wrongs are items that should never have use these valuable satellites. Any other U.S. round basis and they cannot deny others ac- happened had normal precautions been in company that wanted or needed access to cess to the land on which the cabin is built. place and standard operating procedures been these satellites, like AT&T, MCI, the networks, These factors should be taken into consider- followed, then there is every reason to ask for had first to go to COMSAT. It has enjoyed the ation in the appraisal process. redress. exclusive U.S. franchise. A second major concern with the current The legislation being introduced today will COMSAT is not only the monopoly reseller process is how the traditional objectives of the provide $2 million to each family of the victims of INTELSAT services in the U.S., but under Forest Service are changing under the new on the Ron Brown plane who were federal the law no other company or individual is per- appraisal process. Recreational residences employees. This will provide some measure of mitted to invest in INTELSAT. This has been have been dominated by families. Some of confidence to the families that yes, the gov- a very lucrative benefit as INTELSAT pays a these families are older, some young and ernment that employed the victims cared guaranteed rate of return to its investors of some span generations, but the existence of about them, in their lives and in their deaths. about 18 percent annually. We should all be families, many from relatively modest eco- I ask all of you to join with me today in making so lucky with our investments. The time is nomic backgrounds, enhances the mission of these families who lost so much know that the long overdue for Congress to end thisÐwe the Forest Service to provide for the public at circumstances of their loved ones' deaths will must end COMSAT's monopoly over access large. A dramatic and rapid fee increase di- be met with justice. to and investment in INTELSAT. Congress minishes the family atmosphere of the areas. f shouldn't be dictating who can invest in Public lands exist for the enjoyment of a broad INTELSAT. The U.S. would not be alone if we spectrum of Americans and dramatic fee in- SUPPORT SATELLITE REFORM finally end this as over 90 other countries per- creases hurt this objective. LEGISLATION mit direct access of some kind, and 29 of In each of the last two years, Congress en- those permit multiple investors. HON. PETER DEUTSCH COMSAT also has much to gain from this acted stop-gap measures through the Appro- legislation. In exchange for the monopoly ben- priations Committee, on which I serve, to OF FLORIDA gradually increase the fee rates while a long- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES efits granted to COMSAT under the 1962 act, Congress imposed some restrictions as well. term solution could be developed. The legisla- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 For example, no one could own more than 49 tion I introduce today will provide for such a Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- percent of COMSAT. This legislation will free permanent solution to the problem. port of H.R. 3261, the ``Communications Sat- COMSAT of these restrictions. The passage of well thought-out legislation ellite Competition and Privatization Act of This bill will permit users of satellite services today, with the support and understanding of 1999.'' I want to commend Chairman BLILEY to go directly to INTELSAT to purchase sat- all parties, will avoid costly and adverse con- for his commitment to this important legislation ellite capacity. The FCC has determined that flicts down the line. I urge my colleagues to and for his efforts in working with Congress- this will result in cost savings of up to 71 per- support the Cabin User Fee Fairness Act.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.094 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2373 OPEN LETTER IN HONOR OF OUR THE ATLANTIC HIGHLY MIGRA- unresolved, particularly in the waters of the NATION’S VETERANS TORY SPECIES CONSERVATION mid Atlantic. I look forward to productive and ACT spirited hearings over the coming months that will take place before the subcommittee in HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS HON. JIM SAXTON Washington, New Jersey, and perhaps Florida as well. OF MARYLAND OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I believe it is very important that all inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, November 10, 1999 ested fishermen and their supportive organiza- tions realize this is the beginning of a process, Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and that much lies ahead. introduce the Atlantic Highly Migratory Species In the end, I am confident that the final bill Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, on Veterans Conservation Act. I believe this bill represents Day, America honors those men and women will include conservation measures designed a good first step to ``Right-Size'' the U.S. At- to protect these important and impressive mi- who have served to keep this nation free and lantic and Gulf of Mexico pelagic longline fleet. bring the world peace. Not only have these gratory marine species, will compensate the Senator BREAUX is expected to also introduce fishermen who decide to leave the fishery, will generations of veterans waged war and de- a similar measure in the Senate today or later stroyed totalitarian threats, but they have en- help to maintain a viable U.S. pelagic longline this week. fishery for the future, and will send a strong gaged in the peacekeeping missions that Specifically, my bill would: (1) Establish message to our fellow fishing nations that strengthen democracy worldwide. three time-area closures for highly migratory greater conservation measures need to be en- speciesÐone permanent area in the south At- As I pay tribute to these worthy citizens to- acted to protect and rebuild swordfish popu- lantic and two time-area closures in the Gulf of morrow, Veterans Day, I am deeply troubled lations and reduce unnecessary billfish by- Mexico; (2) establish and authorize funding for by the irresponsible across-the-board 1 per- catch. cent cut in discretionary spending recently pro- two buyout programs for approximately 75 eli- gible vessels; (3) Establish a highly migratory H.R. , ATLANTIC HIGHLY MIGRATORY SPECIES posed by the House Republican leadership. A CONSERVATION ACT OF 1999 1 percent cut from the total FY2000 Depart- species bycatch reduction research program CONSERVATION BENEFITS ment of Veterans Affairs (VA) appropriation within the Southeast Fisheries Service Center (1) Highly Migratory Species Conservation would reduce available funding for veterans of the National Marine Fisheries Service to identify and test fishing gear configurations Zones: The Act creates one permanent clo- programs, including veterans health care serv- sure and two time-area closures: ices. The adverse impact this reduction would and uses to determine the most effective way Pelagic Longline fishing prohibited within have on the health and lives of our nation's to reduce billfish bycatch mortality in pelagic zones during closed time period/season. veterans is significant. fisheries; and (4) attempt to address fishery The three zones represent ‘‘hot spots’’ for related concerns in the area known as the mid bycatch of undersized swordfish & billfish For the past three years, the VA has en- Atlantic bight. based on available science from the National dured straight-line funding which was left the The proposed closures represent historic Marine Fisheries Service. agency struggling to meet the increasing costs ``Hot spots'' for bycatch of undersized sword- Atlantic swordfish conservation zone of medical care for the growing number of en- fish and billfish by catch based on available Extends from the North Carolina/South rolled veterans it treats. As such, veterans and science from the National Marine Fisheries Carolina border south through to Key West, veterans service organizations called on Con- Service. These closed areas would help to re- Florida, to reduce high mortality rates of ju- gress to appropriate up to $3 billion more in build and protect swordfish propulations as venile swordfish and high rates of billfish by- health care funding than the Administration's well as other highly migratory species and pro- catch. Covers 80,000 square nautical miles. original budget and have denounced these hibit pelagic longline fishing during these Republican cuts. I, along with my Democratic Closed indefinitely year-around to pelagic closed periods. longline vessels but not recreation or charter Colleagues, have strongly supported pro- The bill includes a compensation package vessels. posals throughout the year that would have that authorizes specific congressionally appro- Gulf of Mexico swordfish conservation zone actually added from $2 to $3 billion to the priated funds that will be combined with a di- Extends from North Eastern Gulf of Mex- President's initial proposal for veterans' med- rect loan to be repaid by both commerical and ico/DeSoto Canyon region (Mobile, AL to ical care. On October 20, the President signed recreational fishermen. Panama City, FL), to help build swordfish into law a $1.7 billion increase. Mr. Speaker, this has been a long and dif- stocks. Now, the Republican leadership claims that ficult road to get this bill ready for introduction. Covers 5,400 square nautical miles. their 1 percent reduction in funding would What started as an introductory meeting just Time-area closure from January 1 through before the August recess with representatives Memorial Day each year indefinitely to pe- have no effect on health care to veterans be- lagic longline vessels but not recreation or cause the VA could save millions by elimi- of the pelagic longline industry and several recreational fishing organizations gradually charter vessels. nating overhead in capital assets and other Gulf of Mexico billfish conservation zone ``government waste.'' What the Republican turned into hundreds of telephone calls the next several months. Many conversations with Extends from the Gulf of Mexico from the leadership fails to acknowledge are the tre- U.S./Mexico border to Cape San Blas, Flor- mendous changes the VA has already made, recreational and commerical fisherman and their organizational representatives from all ida, out to the 500 fathom line, to reduce bill- such as closing thousands of beds, eliminating fish bycatch. thousands of staff positions, and strengthening over the country took place which lead to con- Covers 82,000 square nautical miles. auditing systems. Moreover, whether savings ceptsÐthen proposed legislative languageÐ Time-area closure from Memorial Day to of this magnitude could be realized in the im- and finally a bill for introduction today. Labor Day each year for four years from date I would like to thank members of the Blue mediate future without significantly uprooting of enactment to pelagic longline vessels but Water Fishermen's Association located in my not to recreation or charter vessels. current VA programs is highly questionable. district for their leadership on this initiative, the (2) Establishes the Highly Migratory Spe- Even without cuts, currently approved funding Billfish Foundation, the Coastal Conservation cies Bycatch Reduction Research Program: is less than required to fulfill our nation's duty Association, the American Sportsfishing Asso- The Act establishes within the Southeast to adequately care for veterans. Fisheries Service Center (SFSC), NMFS, a ciation and many other recreational fishermen three year Pelagic Longline Billfish Bycatch I believe that providing a $1.7 billion in- in my district, in the State of New Jersey and and Mortality Reduction Research Program crease for veterans health care and then turn- throughout the country who have worked with to identify and test a variety of pelagic ing around a few weeks later and taking dol- me to develop this bill. longline fishing gear configurations and uses lars away is Republican budget gimmickry. While not all of these groups are entirely to determine which configurations and uses The bottom line is clear. Our nation's veterans happy with this bill, we hope we can continue are the most effective in reducing billfish by- have sacrificed life and limb in protection of to dialog and continue to work together. I catch mortality in pelagic longline fisheries our constitutional rights to ``life, liberty, and the would also like to thank the National Marine in the Gulf of Mexico and throughout the ex- pursuit of happiness.'' I submit to my Repub- Fisheries Service for starting this process by clusive economic zone, specifically the Mid Atlantic Bight. In addition, an observer pro- lican colleagues in Congress that, in turn, our establishing a limited entry program for the pe- gram for the Mid Atlantic Bight will be es- veterans deserve our commitment to fund vet- lagic longline fishery in the highly migratory tablished and required for vessels operating erans programs and services to ensure that species fishery management plan. during the period of June through September they are themselves able to enjoy these same Mr. Speaker, I realize that this bill is not per- to monitor any net increase impacting bill- rights. fect. I realize that there is much that remains fish bycatch and bycatch mortality as well

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.100 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2374 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 as any substantial net increase in the num- dedicated service he has aptly demonstrated deputy regional commissioner for the Social ber of vessels or effort from the remaining during his 38 years of public service. Security Administration’s office in Atlanta. pelagic longline vessels. So, it is with appreciation for his service that Collier’s students reported being ‘‘very im- The Secretary shall submit a report to pressed with his overall knowledge of the Congress three years following the time-area I include the text of an article published in the program and his ability to communicate and closures in the Gulf of Mexico evaluating the Dyersburg State-Gazette under the headline, effectively transfer that knowledge.’’ conservation effectiveness of the closures. ``He's making a difference.'' Collier also received high marks for his Within one year of enactment, all U.S. pe- [From the Dyersburg State-Gazette, Oct. 17, willingness to assist students on an indi- lagic longline vessel covered under the HMS 1999] vidual basis, McClure said. Collier was asked FMP shall be required to install Vessel Mon- to teach classes not only in Dyersburg but in HE’S MAKING A DIFFERENCE itoring System equipment. other cities, as well. (3) Establishes Restrictions on Pelagic At 60, most people are thinking about re- It was Collier’s attention to detail that Longline Vessels in Mid Atlantic Bight: Per- tirement and how big their Social Security helped make him a good teacher, an alert mitted pelagic longline vessels fishing in the checks might be. claims representative and now an out- Mid Atlantic Bight from June through Au- Not Lloyd Collier. standing district manager. ‘‘That’s a lot of gust shall not (1) increase their total effort He’s more interested in making sure other what makes him so successful, because so by more than ten percent based on their people get all of the Social Security benefits much of the (Social Security) law is de- total effort in the Mid Atlantic Bight from they’re entitled to receive. It’s a job he’s tailed.’’ McClure said. 1992 to 1997, and (2) increase days at sea in loved for more than 38 years. Collier’s cordial, gentle manner also has the Mid Atlantic Bight by more than ten Working first as a claims representative contributed to his success. McClure said Col- percent based on average days at sea from and now as the Northwest Tennessee district lier often shares information with fellow So- 1992 through 1997. manager with the Social Security Adminis- cial Security managers in Memphis, Jackson (4) Pelagic Longline Vessel Permit Holder tration, Collier said he’s had countless op- and Nashville and he works closely with Compensation Program: The Act establishes portunities to help people. One of his most other retirement-related agencies, such as a voluntary pelagic longline vessel permit memorable cases happened 33 years ago railroad retirement system. holder compensation program for 68 eligible while he was a field representative in Flor- ‘‘He is very professional in his approach to vessels that fished at least 35% of their time ence, Ala. the public and he represents us very effec- in the Atlantic Swordfish Conservation ‘‘I’ll never forget taking a survivor claim tively in the community,’’ McClure said. Zone. Upon accepting the buyout, the permit from a 13-year-old widow with one child less Collier puts his teaching skills to work on holder surrenders all commercial fishing per- than 1 year of age,’’ he said. The girl had be- a regular basis as a volunteer with the Boy mits and licenses that apply to the eligible come pregnant when she was 11, married at Scouts. ‘‘He’s just as tolerant and patient of the vessels, including any permits or licenses 12 and a widow at 13. Her 22-year-old hus- boys as you can get.’’ Troop 87 assistant issued by the Federal Government or a State band, who had no life insurance, was killed scoutmaster Franklin Robertson said. ‘‘One government or political subdivision. The bill in a motorcycle wreck. of the major things is at the times you pre- authorizes $15 million to be covered by ap- ‘‘Social Security played a big part in the pare meals. He assists, directs and encour- propriations as the Federal share and $10 financial picture of that family,’’ he said ages the Scouts to prepare their meals. I’ve million for the direct loan program to be ‘‘It’s something that you don’t forget. It’s a rare case, but things like this happen all never seen anything but patience. paid back by a 50–50 split between the com- ‘‘He works with the Scouts until they de- mercial and recreational fishing sectors. The over the nation.’’ Ironically, Collier will never receive the velop the skills they need.’’ compensation will be a combination of a flat Edgar Shults, also a leader in the local Boy dollar amount plus the value of the highest same benefits he has helped to disburse over the years. A long-time federal employee, Col- Scout program agreed with Robertson. He landings in any one year between 1992 and said Collier is ‘‘real good with the boys. If he 1998, defines landings, and requires docu- lier is covered by a civil service retirement plan instead of Social Security. weren’t, he wouldn’t be in it. He’s a good, mentation of landings value. easy-going person and he enjoys working The Act also establishes a second vol- Still, he’s earnestly trying to help in his characteristically quiet way. with people.’’ untary buyout program called the Mid At- While Collier still attends Troop 87’s week- lantic Buyout Program. Permitted pelagic ‘‘I categorize him as being a quiet, dy- namic person,’’ friend Wendell West said, ly meetings and joins them on camping trips, longline vessels that have landings of at he also shares his knowledge with Scouts least 40 percent in the Mid Atlantic Bight ‘‘He’s not a flamboyant toastmaster-type person. (But) when you need a job to be done, from all over West Tennessee. from the period of 1992 through 1997 would Collier holds knot-tying classes each year he’s going to do it efficiently and without a qualify. The compensation program shall be during the Cub Scout day camp at Dyersburg drum roll.’’ fair and equitable and shall be based on the State Community College and started the That description applies not only to Col- compensation formula for the primary sailing program at Camp Mack Morris, a res- lier’s job but also to the volunteer work he buyout program. The bill authorizes $5 mil- idential Scout camp near Kentucky Lake. lion for the buyout program. does with the Boy Scouts, the Civitan Club For one week each summer between 1989 and his church. and 1995, Collier introduced young boys to f Collier, who was hired by the Social Secu- the thrills and quiet pleasures of sailing. rity Administration the day before his 22nd Using his own 17-foot O’Day Sailor II, Collier PRAISING LLOYD COLLIER’S PUB- birthday, looks at his career as a wonderful taught the boys to hoist sails, to maneuver LIC SERVICE AND COMMITMENT birthday present. the boat and to turn the boat right-side-up if TO CITIZENS ACROSS THE 8TH ‘‘It’s been a good opportunity, and I like it ever turned over. DISTRICT working with people, trying to help them re- The last lesson proved quite important one solve problems,’’ Collier said. ‘‘I love my summer. A crosswind caught the boat’s sails HON. JOHN S. TANNER job.’’ and tipped it over. Collier said he and the The career was happenstance. Collier—a five Scouts on board knew what they needed OF TENNESSEE man with a mechanical mind, a knack for to do. They crawled on top of the keel and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES math and a sharp attention to details—origi- pulled. Ideally, the sailors’ weight would Wednesday, November 10, 1999 nally wanted to be a civil engineer. push the keel down into the water while they Unfortunately, he couldn’t afford to go to pulled the mast back up. They had one small Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great an engineering college. Instead, he pursued a problem. pleasure that I rise and have spread on the bachelor’s degree at his hometown college: ‘‘It’s just that the six of us didn’t weigh pages of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, an arti- Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, enough to get the job done,’’ Collier said. cle on Mr. Lloyd Collier of Dyersburg, Ten- where he majored in math and minored in A road crew working on the lake shore saw nessee. The article adequately describes Mr. physics. Although his college advisor encour- the struggling Scouts and called a nearby aged him to get a teaching certificate, Col- marina for help. The sailboat was towed into Collier's work at the Social Security Adminis- lier wasn’t too excited about being a teacher. tration, as well as his outstanding service to shallow water, where it was easier for the He also opted to take the civil service exam. Scouts to right the boat. his community. The Social Security Administration called Today, Camp Mack Morris has a fleet of six Over the years, Mr. Collier has been of tre- him in September 1961, just a few months sailboats. The instructors are graduates of mendous service to our office. His vast knowl- after he graduated. Collier’s first sailing course. edge, and his willingness to share it with our Even with the government job, Collier Instead of attending Camp Mack Morris for staff, has been a valuable asset to the resi- couldn’t escape teaching. When he served as the last four summers, Collier and his wife dents of the Eighth Congressional District. the assistant district manager in Dyersburg have traveled to Philmont Scout Ranch in (a job he held from 1972–87), he was respon- New Mexico and participated in training pro- Just yesterday, he was instrumental in helping sible for training new and promoted employ- grams for adult leaders. a constituent, who is stricken with cancer, ob- ees. Collier has served as a Webelos leader, a tain the benefits that are rightfully his. This is ‘‘He has always gotten strong, rave reviews cubmaster, an assistant scoutmaster and dis- just one of the thousands of examples of the on his ability to teach,’’ said Bill McClure, trict commissioner in the past. This year,

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.101 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2375 he’s chairman of the Davy Crockett District the main dam at Lakewood subdivision. His managed to complete only five full weeks of of Boy Scouts. garden is commonly mistaken as a commu- work—a fact that convinced him he couldn’t Collier believes the Scouting program nity garden, and Collier said he sometimes depend on surveying for a livelihood. gives boys skills that will last a lifetime. ‘‘I finds people there, picking bags full of His salvation came in September when the think it is a very worthwhile program for produce. (The garden just happens to be lo- Social Security Administration called him boys, and it is a program we need to promote cated in the same spot where Lakewood de- about a job opening in Nashville. Collier, health young men become better citizens,’’ veloper Jere Kirk used to plant corn for the who had taken the civil service exam while he said. subdivision residents.) still in college, was hired as a claims rep- ‘‘We teach a lot of first aid in Scouting, The close proximity of water serves Collier resentative the day before his 22nd birthday. and I have seen young men and boys use the well. He said he has watered the garden only ‘‘I like to think this job was a birthday training they learned in Scouts to help once since the fourth of July. The plants pro- present many years ago,’’ he said. someone at a later time in a medical emer- duced plenty of vegetables this year, despite As soon as he finished the Social Security gency,’’ he said. ‘‘I’ve also seen young men the fact that Dyer County received no sig- training class, the draft board ordered Col- become involved in civil opportunities be- nificant rainfall for almost three months. lier to report for a physical. Only six of the cause of what they learned about in Scout- Collier’s continuing interest in helping his 24 men who underwent physicals that day ing.’’ neighbors and his community is remarkable passed; Collier was one of them. Because of Robertson said he’s seen young boys in itself. the potential he would be ordered to serve in change their attitudes after becoming in- Often, people join an organization and put the military, the Social Security Adminis- volved in Scouts and feeling Collier’s influ- a lot of energy into it in the beginning. At tration kept Collier in the Nashville office, ence and gentle guidance. some point, though, their enthusiasm dwin- where it would be easier to cover his ab- ‘‘He certainly provide a leadership role and dles and they stop contributing. sence. The Berlin Conflict ended before Col- is a model for the young boys,’’ Robertson Collier ‘‘doesn’t seem to have that atti- lier was called into the military. said. tude.’’ West said. ‘‘Service to the community Three years later, in 1964, Collier trans- Collier also takes a leadership role in the is still part of his life.’’ ferred to the Knoxville office as a claims rep- Civitan Club. Why does Collier have such staying power? resentative. He worked there for a year be- Active for the last 31 years, Collier has West suspects he’s guided by his faith. fore being promoted to a field representative held every position from chairman of the There’s an old saying that goes: ‘‘Our life position in Florence, Ala. He traveled four local fruitcake fund-raiser to lieutenant gov- is God’s gift to us and what we do with our days a week into the rural areas, helping ernor of the Valley District, which stretches lives is our gift to God.’’ Perhaps, West said, people file social security claims, partici- from the Mississippi River east to the Cum- Collier is living his life that way. pating in radio shows, giving speeches and ‘‘He’s making a difference by being ac- berland Gap. This year, he’s the Area 9 direc- distributing public information. tor. tively involved in making it a better world,’’ He came to Dyersburg as the Social Secu- Collier has recruited 25 new members into West said. rity Administration’s operations supervisor the club. ‘‘That’s like recruiting a club in FAMILY BACKGROUND: in January 1968. He was promoted to assist- itself,’’ Wendell West said. Lloyd Hadden Collier was born Sept. 6, ant manager of the Dyersburg office in Octo- The club focuses on helping disadvantaged 1939, in Clarksville. He was the older of two ber 1972 and manager in February 1987. adults and children, participates in the Spe- sons born to Lloyd Nelson Collier, a mail Because the Dyersburg office is actually a cial Olympics and provides birthday cakes carrier, and his wife, Grace Hadden Collier, a district office covering 10 counties, Collier is each month for those at the Developmental registered nurse. supervisor of offices in Dyersburg, Union Skills Center. Collier said he likes being in- When it came to celebrating birthdays, City and Paris. volved in those projects as well as the clubs early September was a big time for the Col- HOBBIES ‘‘ideals of wanting to make this a better lier family. Grace Collier’s birthday was on Shortly after college, Collier bought a 12- place to live.’’ Sept. 4, and the younger son, David Collier, foot Styrofoam sailboat and discovered a He pointed to the fact that the club helped was born on Sept. 5, exactly 365 days after life-long hobby. It all started with a fascina- secure the funding for a greenhouse at the Lloyd Hadden Collier was born. If it hadn’t tion for the physics of sailing and a desire to Developmental Skills Center 12 years ago. been a leap year, the two boys would have know how a sailboat worked. He taught him- The greenhouse has opened new avenues for shared birthdays on Sept. 6. self how to sail by reading a number of books the center’s clients. FAMILY MATTERS: ‘‘Who knows. One of these days, one of and then launching his sailboat on Old Hick- Collier met Barbara Nichols, the woman those people may be able to manage a green- ory Lake near Nashville. who would become his wife, while he was in house of his own,’’ Collier said. ‘‘We’ve just These days, Collier sails a 17-foot fiberglass college. He was president of the Methodist got to put a spark on some tender and let it sailboat that can accommodate up to six Student Association and she was a fellow go from there.’’ people. Although he’s been known to launch student. Their friendship blossomed into a Collier’s life is distinguished by his dedica- at Lakewood subdivision, Collier usually romance and they married two years later in tion and genuine interest in other people, plies the waters of Kentucky Lake. August 1962. long-time friend and fellow church member ‘‘I like the ability to get out on the water They have a daughter, three sons, a grand- R.H. ‘‘Red’’ Bond said. without any type of mechanical equipment,’’ daughter and two grandsons. he said, noting he enjoys the quiet form of ‘‘I don’t know anyone I respect more high- Their daughter, Heidi Collier Johnson, is ly than him,’’ Bond said. ‘‘Anytime you need relaxation. It allows him to medicate. an accountant with the University of Ten- In addition to sailing, Collier said he en- someone to step in and be a leader, he’s more nessee medical system in Memphis. joys gardening, traveling and getting in- than ready. In the church, he has served on Lloyd ‘‘Hadden’’ Collier Jr. is employed in volved in the community. the leading committees. He’s not just one research and development at Dyersburg Fab- ACTIVITIES who sits back. He’s one who’s willing to take rics Inc. a leading role.’’ Latham Collier and Lawrence Collier are A former Boy Scout himself, Collier re-en- Collier has held a number of positions at twins. Latham Collier works as a draftsman tered the world of scouting when his oldest First United Methodist Church in with Centex Forcum Lannom, and Lawrence son joined the program years ago. Collier Dyersburg—Sunday school teacher, member Collier is a chemical engineer in the served as his son’s Webelos leader, then as of the church finance committee, member of Dyersburg Fabrics dye lab. cubmaster, assistant scout master and even- the church nominations committee and tually as a district commissioner. Last sum- EDUCATION member of the pastor-parish committee. mer, he was elected chairman of the Davy Lay leadership, such as that demonstrated Collier grew up in Clarksville, where he at- Crockett District of Boy Scouts. by Collier, is the lifeblood of the church, tended Howell School and graduated in 1957 Collier established the sailing program at Bond said. ‘‘The church couldn’t exist if it from Clarksville High School. Camp Mack Morris, a Boy Scout camp near didn’t have lay people who were willing to In 1961, Collier received a bachelor’s degree the Tennessee River in Benton County. supervise the activities of the church.’’ from Austin Peay State University in Collier is a graduate of the Wood Badge Even when he’s not serving in an official Clarksville with a major in math and a training program for adult scout leaders and capacity, Collier’s ready to help others. He’s minor in physics. attends the adult training sessions each known for growing vegetables and sharing Collier had wanted to become a civil engi- summer at Philmont Scout Ranch near Cim- them with friends and acquaintances. neer, but tough times financially prevented arron, N.M. Collier said he started gardening in 1971 be- him from attending an engineering school. In 1996, he received the Silver Beaver cause it offered a ‘‘good release of energy’’ He followed the advice of his college advisor, Award from the West Tennessee Area Boy and helped him get rid of any frustrations he who encouraged him to get a temporary Scout Council for distinguished service to might have. At the time, he lived in the teaching certificate. However, he didn’t real- youth. He also earned District Awards of Belair subdivision and gardened inside a sub- ly want to teach and never pursued a teach- Merit for his work both as a Cub Scout lead- merged pool that had been filled with dirt. ing career. er and as a Boy Scout leader. He was given Today, Collier tends a large plot of toma- EMPLOYMENT the honorary title of permanent patrol lead- toes, lima beans, green beans, squash, okra Collier’s first post-college job was as a land er for the Busy Beaver patrol in the Wood and other vegetables on a grassy plain near surveyor. It rained so much that summer he Badge Training program.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.105 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2376 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 Collier joined the Dyersburg Civitan Club stand that one of our most important respon- in particular, Massachusetts. As a Member of in March 1968 cause he believed it would pro- sibilities outlined in the Constitution is the de- the U.S. Congress, with the proud honor of vide an opportunity to serve the community. fense of the American people, wherever they representing one of the largest Cape Verdean- He ended up also serving the club as the Val- ley District (middle and west Tennessee) might be, at home or abroad. Leaders like American constituencies in the United States, lieutenant governor this past year, as presi- Commander Nutt have made our military the it is with great sadness that I join his family, dent in 1977–78 and in 1994–95, as secretary- envy of the world. friends, the members of his congregation, and treasurer several times and as fruitcake I ask my colleagues to join me in bidding the entire Cape Verdean Community both sales chairman in 1980. In August, he was se- him farewell, and in wishing him continued here and abroad in remembering and paying lected as the ‘‘Lieutenant Governor of the success as he embarks on his newest journey tribute to Padre Pio for his decades of valu- Year,’’ beating out 12 other potential win- to protect our country's national security. able contributions to the spiritual and cultural ners in the district. In the fiscal year that I would like to submit for the RECORD a his- life of the Cape Verdean people from around started this month, Collier will serve as the tory of Commander Nutt's service to the Civitan Clubs’ Area 9 director. the world. Mr. Speaker, I ask that the state- Active in First United Methodist Church, United States: ment by the Prime Minister of Cape Verde, Dr. Collier serves on the church finance com- Commissioned through Officer Candidate Carlos Alberto Wahnon Veiga, on the death of mittee and as a Sunday school teacher and School in Newport, RI (Nov 82) Padre Pio Oliva Gottin, be printed in translated participates in the men’s chorus. He for- Completed Nuclear Power School in Orlando, form. merly was a member the church’s nomina- FL (Jun 83) TRANSLATION—OFFICE OF THE PRIME tions committee, the paster-parish relations Completed Prototype Reactor Operation MINISTER, GOVERNMENT COMMUNIQUE committee and served as chairman of the ad- Training in Idaho Falls, ID (Dec 83) ministrative board. Completed Submarine Officer Basic Training The People and Government of Cape Verde In addition, Collier serves as chairman of in New London, CT (Mar 84) learned with profound sadness and regret of the craft advisory committee for the office Junior Officer Sea Tour—U.S.S. New York the death, yesterday afternoon, of FATHER occupations division of the Tennessee Tech- City (SSN 696), Pearl Harbor, HI (Apr PIO, a missionary with eminent qualities nology Center at Newbern; serves on the ad- 84–Feb 87) and a great friend of Cape Verde and particu- visory committee for typing, shorthand and Received my Dolphins (qualified ‘‘Sub- larly of the Brava Island and its people. secretarial science at Dyer County High marines’’) Jun 85 The Catholic Church and the People of School; and is a former chairman of the local Completed Submarine Officer Advanced Cape Verde lost a man of great stature, a advisory board for the Tennessee Vocational Course in New London, CT (Mar–Sep 87) friend and protector of the poor. Training Center in Dyersburg. Served as Weapons Officer on U.S.S. Louis- FATHER PIO, a native of Italy, came to QUOTE ville (SSN 724), San Diego, CA (Oct 87– Cape Verde as a young missionary from the Capuchin Order doing his work mostly in the ‘‘If I have (a motto), it’s part of the Civitan Oct 89). Brava island where he gained much respect creed: ‘To follow the golden rule and to make Served as Submarine Liaison Officer on the and admiration. it pay dividends both material and spir- staff of Commander, Cruiser-Destroyer In the process, on that island, ‘‘Nino itual.’ ’’ Group THREE, San Diego, CA (Nov 89– Nov 91) Padri’’, as he was affectionately called, tire- f Served on the Combat Systems Training lessly sought to respond to the needs of the TRIBUTE TO COMMANDER BRIAN Team conducting submarine weapons disenfranchised by creating conditions for self-improvement and social integration NUTT, USN certification, San Diego, CA (Nov 91– Oct 93) through education and training. Served as Radiological Controls Officer on This is how the ‘‘Escola Materna de Nova HON. CURT WELDON the submarine tender, U.S.S. Frank Sintra’’, founded by Father Pio, has assumed OF PENNSYLVANIA Cable (AS 40) in Charleston, SC (Nov 93– such an important role in numerous profes- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Feb 95) sional arenas such as carpentry, secretarial Served as Executive Officer on U.S.S. Puffer and others which today still have a relevant Wednesday, November 10, 1999 (SSN 652) in San Diego and then de- role in the Braven Community. Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, commissioned her in Bremerto, WA Even though he resided in the United I rise today to pay tribute to Commander Brian (Apr 95–Jun 96) States in the last few years, he continued his Served as Executive Officer on U.S.S. Ala- missionary work with the Cape Verdean Nutt, who for the past two years has served community for whom FATHER PIO contin- as the Deputy Director of the House Liaison bama (SSBN 731) in Bangor, WA (Jul 96– Sep 97) ued to be a point of reference. Office of the Navy Office of Legislative Affairs. Served as Officer of Legislative Affairs, Dep- In this moment of pain, the Government of Commander Nutt will soon be leaving Capital uty Director, House Liaison Office (Nov Cape Verde expresses its profound sorrow for Hill to attend Prospective Commanding Officer 97–Dec 99) the irreplaceable loss of a man who became Training, and will eventually take over as the Commander Nutt’s inspirational leadership, Cape Verdean to better serve his high ethical Commanding Officer of the U.S.S. Bremerton breadth of vision, and complete success and spiritual ideals. (SSN 698) stationed in San Diego, CVA. have earned the award of the Meri- OFFICE OF THE PRIME MINISTER, As the Chairman of the House Armed Serv- torious Service Medal for his superb ac- PRAIA NOVEMBER 8, 1999. ices Research and Development Sub- complishments f committee, I have relied heavily upon Com- f mander Nutt's support for some of my most SENSE OF HOUSE REGARDING THE TRIBUTE TO FATHER PIO OLIVA TRAFFICKING OF BABY PARTS important endeavors. In the last year, I have GOTTIN traveled on several Congressional delegations SPEECH OF with Commander Nutt. During these trips, I HON. BARNEY FRANK worked to foster improved relations between OF MASSACHUSETTS HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT the United States and Russia. The success of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF ALABAMA my endeavors was in no small part due to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES contributions of Commander Nutt. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 I am not alone in my deep respect for Com- Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, Tuesday, November 11, 1999 mander Nutt. He has made many friends here I was saddened to learn yesterday of the Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, I would like on Capitol Hill with Members of Congress on death of Padre Pio Oliva Gottin. Nho Padre to lend my support to H. Res. 350, which I both sides of the aisle. Each and every Mem- Pio, as he was known to many, was a pastor have co-sponsored, which expresses the ber of Congress who has worked with him has of St. Patrick's Church in Roxbury, Massachu- sense of the House that Congress should ex- come away with a better understanding of how setts, and was one of the most respected and ercise its oversight responsibilities and con- the decisions which we make in this House dedicated leaders of the Cape Verdean Com- duct hearings into the possible trafficking of will affect the men and women who protect munity both in the United States and in the baby parts for profit. and serve our nation. Commander Nutt's skill Republic of Cape Verde. A native of Italy, and Throughout the abortion debate, many and dedication have reflected well on him and a missionary of the Order of Capuchins, he Americans have come to realize that abortion all of our men and women in uniform. devoted his pastorate and life to responding to is a morally repugnant act which has no place Commander Nutt has consistently worked to the needs of the community, and he was an in a civilized society. In spite of the brutality of remind this Congress that we must support important spokesman and advocate of the partial-birth abortion and other abortion meth- our troops. No nation has ever been defeated Cape Verdean-American and Cape Verdean ods which more Americans have become because it is too strong, and we must under- immigrant people living in the Northeast, and aware of in recent years, Congress has been

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.108 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2377 unable to override a Presidential veto which teers, and friends of the American Heart Asso- and mad cow disease are significant, severe would outlaw this practice. ciation on their tremendous work to make the illness caused by salmonella bacteria are Many Americans are beginning to reevalu- 1999 Westside American Heart Walk a suc- pandemic, and eggs stubbornly remain the number one source of food poisoning caused ate their views on this issue. Recently uncov- cess. by salmonella. ered evidence shows that infants ``delivered'' f Salmonella contaminated shell eggs is an by partial-birth abortion and even those born excellent example of government recognizing alive have been killed for their body parts. Pri- OP-ED BY FORMER CONGRESSMAN a major health problem on one hand, and vate companies have circumvented laws ban- PETER RODINO ON THE NEED having a solution on the other, yet sitting on ning this practice by acting as ``middlemen'' in FOR WARNING LABELS ON RAW its hands. SHELL EGG CARTONS The Department of Health and Human this gruesome trade by selling baby body Service (HHS) projects that the number of parts from abortion clinics to research facili- cases of illness due to food poisoning from ties. HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. eggs will continue to rise significantly from My colleagues, certainly we can begin to OF NEW JERSEY an estimated 660,000 cases each year. Re- take some action to address this terrible prac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cently at a public hearing in Washington, both the Food and Drug Administration tice. I strongly urge you to join me in voting for Wednesday, November 10, 1999 H. Res. 350, to express the sense of the (FDA) and the United States Department of Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, over the last Agriculture (USDA) agreed upon a goal of re- House that Congress should conduct hearings ducing salmonella egg related illness by 50% into the possible trafficking of baby parts for two years I have been growing increasingly concerned about the difficulty the federal gov- by the year 2005. profit. Let's show this Nation that the unborn I commend Secretary Donna Shalala for should be protected by conducting hearings ernment has had in combating outbreaks of her efforts to combat food borne illnesses by and getting more information on this issue. food borne illnesses in this country. Food proposing stronger warning labels on egg f borne illnesses are on the rise and, according cartons to warn consumers about the risk of to a recently released report by the Centers illnesses caused by salmonella. PERSONAL EXPLANATION for Disease Control and Prevention are occur- I’ve also learned, the very same FDA cre- ring with a far greater frequencyÐmore than ated a standard to pasteurize a raw egg in its shell, and the USDA designed a process to in- HON. MAJOR R. OWENS double the rateÐthan was previously thought. spect raw egg pasteurization, even certifying In an effort to address this troubling trend, OF NEW YORK it with a special seal of approval. Experts I have introduced two pieces of legislation this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES point out this is a 99.999% solution to the Congress that would improve the safety of the problem. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Nation's food supply. The first, the Consumer While I commend the FDA for approving Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, yesterday I was Food Safety Act, would establish a com- this egg pasteurization technology and the prehensive food safety inspection and edu- USDA for creating a mechanism for the pro- unavoidably absent on a matter of critical im- tection against salmonella, until full-scale, portance and missed the following vote: On cation program across the nation. The second, raw egg pasteurization equipment is avail- the agreement to the amendment to H.R. the National Uniform Food Safety Labeling able to egg producers, there are other com- 1714 introduced by the gentleman from Michi- Act, would help consumers make more in- mon sense steps to protect against food gan, Mr. DINGELL, I would have voted ``yea.'' formed choices about the food they eat borne illnesses. One step is in a bill introduced by my f through warning labels placed on food pack- aging. friend, New Jersey Congressman Frank WESTSIDE AMERICAN HEART One particular aspect of the second bill I Pallone together with a number of other co- WALK sponsors earlier this year. The bill, known as wanted to mention tonight concerns the place- the National Uniform Food Safety Labeling ment of warning labels on egg cartons. I want- Act, requires warning labels on raw or soft HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN ed to mention this for two reasons. The first is cooked eggs, unpasteurized juice, and fish. OF CALIFORNIA that the Secretary of Health and Human Serv- These foods could be harmful to as much as 30% of the population consisting of children, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ices is expected soon to make a final rec- ommendation on a proposal put forth in July to the elderly, pregnant women and persons Wednesday, November 10, 1999 require warning labels on raw shell egg car- with weakened immune systems such as AIDS patients. Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tons. I strongly support that language and re- Senator Durbin (D–IL), recognizing the ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing cently sent a letter to the Secretary urging her gravity of the problem of food borne ill- the American Heart Association on the occa- to finalize the language proposed in July, nesses, introduced his bill, The Safe Food sion of the 1999 Westside American Heart which I think will go a long way in protecting Act, to address this problem. It would re- Walk. consumers against food borne illnesses place the current fragmented federal food The Westside American Heart Walk will kick caused by eggs. safety system with a single, independent off on Saturday, November 20, 1999. This The second reason I wanted to mention this agency to oversee all federal food safety ac- tivities. year's event chair is Philip P. Thomas, the particular provision is one of the House's most With all the risks facing us, eating eggs Chief Executive Officer of the V.A. Greater distinguished former Members, Congressman should not be one of them. The CDC calls sal- Los Angeles Healthcare System. More than Peter Rodino from my home State of New Jer- monella food poisoning from raw or soft 3,500 enthusiastic walkers are expected to sey, has written an op-ed on this matter. Con- cooked eggs ‘‘epidemic,’’ the USDA says that participate in the non-competitive 5K walk and gressman Rodino's op-ed succinctly describes salmonella costs the U.S. economy up to $2.3 fun run. Proceeds from the event will go to- the problem, and the reasons why the Sec- billion annually. A story related by Con- gressman Pallone before the House of Rep- ward cardiovascular research grants and com- retary's July language on raw shell egg safety resentatives concerning Lynn Nowak, his munity education programs throughout the should be finalized. personal friend and constituent, describes greater Los Angeles area. I am delighted to I commend Congressman Rodino for recog- how Lynn became ill from food poisoning participate in this very important cause. nizing the importance of this issue. He is right while pregnant. This resulted in severe Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause on the mark in his suggestion that the Federal health complications for her unborn daugh- of death in our country. It takes the lives of Government should be looking at food safety ter, Julia. Although modern antibiotics about 960,000 each year, including more than as a priority issue. To that end, I submit his cured Lynn, her daughter was left scarred. op-ed for the record and urge all of my col- Until such time as pasteurization is re- 25,000 residents of Los Angeles County. I quired, I urge that the Congress take the want to commend the American Heart Asso- leagues to follow the suggestions of one of the simple step of supporting the egg carton ciation for its fight against cardiovascular dis- most respected public figures to ever have warning label language proposed by Sec- ease and strokes. It raised $312 million during served the people of New Jersey and the Na- retary Shalala which states, ‘‘Eggs may con- fiscal year 1997±1998 for research and edu- tion. tain harmful bacteria known to cause seri- cation and community programs. Without the Over the past few years, I’ve followed with ous illness, especially in children, the elderly hard work and dedication of more than 4 mil- great interest news and television stories and persons with weakened immune systems. about food poisoning. And, this summer, I lion volunteers, the American Heart Associa- For your protection, keep eggs refrigerated, was disturbed to learn that the incidence of cook eggs until yolks are firm, and cook tion could not fulfill its important mission each food borne illness is on the rise, and that ac- foods containing eggs thoroughly.’’ year. cording to the Centers for Disease Control, 76 Hopefully this warning label could help re- I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu- million Americans became ill and 5,000 die duce the possibility of one more death or ill- lating Philip P. Thomas and the staff, volun- annually from food poisoning. While E. coli ness like Lynn’s from ever occurring again.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.111 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2378 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 It is unconscionable to sit still and not sup- physical and emotional renewal. Authorized in Protect these cabin owners from bureaucratic port this right to consumer awareness. 1915 under the Term permit Act, more than zealots. Don't let the Forest Service tax Ameri- There many stories to tell, but Lynn and 15,000 of these forest cabins remain today, cans out of their log cabins. Julia’s compelled me to speak out on this critical issue. The human and economic providing generation after generation of fami- costs of food poisoning are simply too great lies and their friends a respite from urban liv- f to stand by and do nothing. ing and an opportunity to regularly reconnect Not every tragedy can be prevented, but with nature. NATIONAL CHEMISTRY WEEK those that can be should be stopped. Approximately 20 years ago, the Forest Food safety should be looked upon by our Service saw the need to modernize the regu- government as a priority issue. lations under which the cabin program is ad- HON. SHERWOOD L. BOEHLERT Peter W. Rodino, Jr. ministered. Acknowledging that the competi- OF NEW YORK f tion for access and use of forest resources has increased dramatically since 1915, both IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING MILWAUKEE PRINCIPAL the cabin owners and the agency wanted a DIANE NEICHERIL formal understanding about the rights and obli- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 gations of using and maintaining these struc- Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, this week is HON. THOMAS M. BARRETT tures. National Chemistry Week. I rise on this occa- OF WISCONSIN New rules that resulted nearly a decade sion to recognize the thousands of American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES later reaffirmed the cabins as a valid rec- Chemical Society members who are volun- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 reational use of forest land. At the same time, teering their time this weekÐnot only across the new policy reflected numerous limitations the nation, but around the world as wellÐto Mr. BARRETT of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, on use that are felt to be appropriate in order teach all of us about the exciting ways that today I would like to acknowledge and com- keep areas of the forest where cabins are lo- chemistry and chemical engineering benefit mend Diane Neicheril, known in our commu- cated open for recreational use by other forest our country and improve our everyday lives. nity as the ``woman on a mission.'' For 14 visitors. Commercial use of the cabins is pro- years Ms. Neicheril's mission has been serv- hibited, as is year-round occupancy by the This is the 12th year that the American ing as the principal of the Clarke Street School owner. Owners are restricted in the size, Chemical Society has led the celebration of in Milwaukee, setting high expectations of her shape, paint color and presence of other National Chemistry Week. And I'm especially students and teachers, and holding even high- structures or installations on the cabin lot. The excited that in my home district, the 23rd Dis- er standards for herself. only portion of a lot that is controlled by the trict of New York, volunteer chemists and I have known Diane Neicheril for many cabin owner is that portion of the lot that di- chemical engineers of the American Chemical years, well enough to understand how her rectly underlies the footprint of the cabin itself. Society's Norwich Section will host an open dogged determination to achieve goals affects The question of an appropriate fee to be house for 4th, 5th, and 6th graders Chenango others. The teachers and students at the paid for the opportunity of constructing and County schools. There they will teach practical Clarke School all hold her in high esteem and maintaining a cabin in the woods was also ad- chemistry using a full range of hands-on activi- acknowledge that Diane Neicheril provided in- dressed at that time. Although the agency's ties, so they can see and explore and learn for spiration for them to strive for excellence. policies for administration of the cabin pro- themselves how chemistry works. Last year, The Milwaukee Journal Sentinel proclaimed gram have, overall, held up well over time, the the Norwich Section won national recognition that the Clarke Street School, ``might be the portion dealing with periodic redetermination of for its Chemistry Week event, which was at- most successful school in the Milwaukee Pub- fees proved in the last few years to be a fail- tended by 250 people from all over Chenango lic Schools system.'' Its students scored 10 ure. County. percentage points above the statewide aver- As the results of actual reappraisals on the This year National Chemistry Week cul- age and more than 30 percentage points ground began reaching my office in 1997, it minates a 52-country International Chemistry above the Milwaukee average on reading pro- became clear that the Forest Service was out Celebration that featured ``A Global Salute to ficiency tests. of alignment in determining fees for the cabin Polymers.'' In the United States alone, no less This accomplishment is made all the more owners. than 51 companies, 10 universities, 2 muse- remarkable given the many challenges facing At the Pettit Lake tract in Idaho's Sawtooth the Clarke Street School in past years. Work- National Recreation Area, the new base fees ums, and 17 individual scientists were saluted ing far longer hours than expected of her, Ms. skyrocketed into alarming five-digit amounts for the innovative products they created that Neicheril fought to keep her students away so high that a single annual fee was nearly have changed our lives. from the scourge of drugs and violence that enough money to buy raw land outside the During National Chemistry Week members lay just beyond the schoolyard fence. forest and construct a cabin. Many cabin of the American Chemical Society will conduct Ms. Neicheril will be sorely missed at the users in my district faced increases of several events in communities around the country Clarke Street School, but I have no doubt that hundred percent. along the theme ``Celebrating Polymers.'' For she will continue to be an integral part of the At the request of the chairman of the House instance, kids will be asked to carry out activi- Milwaukee community and that her legacy will Committee on Agriculture in 1998, the cabin ties using sodium poly-acrylate, a widely used continue to inspire educators and citizens in owners named a coalition of leaders of their absorbent with applications ranging from horti- our city and beyond. various national and state cabin owner asso- culture to construction to disposable diapers. f ciations to examine the methodology being After seeing how poly-acrylate works, students used by the Forest Service to determine fees. will be challenged to think up other ways it FOREST SERVICE FEES It was learned that the Forest Service, con- can be applied to other real-life problems. trary to their own policy, was appraising and More activities using sodium polyacrylate are HON. MERRILL COOK affixing value to the lots being provided to available in the fall issues of the ACS student OF UTAH cabin owners as if this land was fully devel- magazines WonderScience and Chem-Mat- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES oped, legally subdivided, fee simple residential ters. land not a highly regulated lease. Wednesday, November 10, 1999 I urge each of my colleagues to be in con- Mr. Speaker, our ability to improve the qual- Mr. COOK. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- tact with cabin owners in their state during the ity of our lives, make educated decisions in an ducing legislation that will direct the Forest congressional recess. increasingly technological world, and compete Service to set fees in a fair, honest manner for There are more than 15,000 families out successfully in the global economy depends forest lots on which families and individuals there who fear that the long tradition of cabin- critically upon our understanding of sciences have built cabins for seasonal recreation. A based forest recreation is nearing an end be- like chemistry. companion bill is being introduced in the Sen- cause the fees have made the program So please join me and the 160,000 chem- ate by Senators CRAIG and THOMAS. unaffordable for all but the wealthy. I along ists, chemical engineers, and allied profes- The Forest Service recreation residence with the American Land Rights Association sionals of the American Chemical Society in program is the oldest of the formal under- and the National Forest Homeowners wel- highlighting the fact that every single aspect of takings by Congress to provide American fam- come your whole-hearted support and your our lives is in some way a result of chemistry ilies with rustic settings for leisure and for co-sponsorship of this important legislation. in action.

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DECEPTIVE MAIL PREVENTION to its enactment, however, Mr. CALVERT's bill S. 335, as amended, would establish strong AND ENFORCEMENT ACT was amended to include a December 31, consumer protections to prevent a number of 1999 sunset date for these new public pur- types of deceptive mailings. It would impose SPEECH OF pose categories. various requirements on sweepstakes mail- HON. JOHN M. McHUGH Three properties have been conveyed to ings, skill contests, facsimile checks, and mail- local governments, under these authorities. OF NEW YORK ings made to look like govenrment documents. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES There are more than 22 pending State and local government application nationwide. It would establish strong financial penalties, Tuesday, November 9, 1999 These new conveyance categories have been provide the Postal Service with additional au- Mr. MCHUGH. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to invaluable for local governments who are en- thority to investigate and stop deceptive mail- bring forward S. 335 with the provisions of the hancing their law enforcement, and fire and ings, and preserve the ability of states to im- House passed deceptive sweepstakes mailing rescue training efforts. These new authorities pose stricter requirements on such mailings. bill, H.R 170, and would like to take this op- have allowed for an excellent reuse of surplus I should note that in adopting H.R. 170, the portunity to thank the members of the Sub- Federal property. House made changes to the notification sys- committee on the Postal Service for the inter- H.R. 3187 provides that during the exten- est they showed in moving this important leg- sion, the General Services Administration may tem required by those sending skill contests or islation, particularly our ranking member, the not convey surplus Federal property at no cost sweepstakes mailings. The House increased gentlemen from Pennsylvania, Mr. FATTAH, for for law enforcement and emergency response the number of days after which a name must his input in making this legislation stronger purposes. However, the General Services Ad- be removed from such mailings lists from 35 and of wider appeal to those affected by its ministration could at least accept, consider, to 60 days due to concerns raised by nonprofit provisions. By taking this action today, we and approve applications for transfer during mailers in the House hearing; the nonprofit help to ensure enactment of this important leg- this extension. Additionally, prior to December mailers did not testify before the other body. In islation in 1999. 31, 1999, the General Services Administration addition, the House included the opportunity On behalf of our full committee chairman, can convey surplus property at no cost, for for a consumer to bring an individual, private Mr. BURTON, I must also note that S. 335 in- law enforcement and emergency response right of action in State court when they receive cludes additional provisions that, it is my un- proposes, to qualifying State and local govern- a mailing after previously requesting to be re- derstanding, that the other body has agreed to ment entities. include in the bill. Incorporated in the bill is In regard to S. 335 itself, Mr. Speaker, the moved from the mailing list of a skill contest H.R. 807, which passed the House under sus- testimony from the General Accounting Office or sweepstakes promoter. The House included pension of the rules by voice vote on March at the subcommittee's August 4 hearing provisions stating that promoters will have an 16, 1999, after being introduced on February summed it up well: when it comes to decep- affirmative defense against such actions if 23 by our Civil Service Subcommittee chair- tive mail, which includes sweepstakes and they have established and implemented, with man, Mr. SCARBOROUGH of Florida, with eight other kinds of mailed material, ``Consumers' due care, reasonable practices and proce- original cosponsors, including the committee's Problems Appear Substantial.'' We are all con- dures to effectively prevent mailings in viola- ranking member, Mr. WAXMAN of California. cerned by the way some sweepstakes mail- tion of the section allowing names to be re- H.R. 807, included as Title II of S. 335, pro- ings entice consumers, particularly senior citi- moved. vides retirement portability for certain Federal zens, into making unwanted purchases under Reserve Board employees who take jobs in the mistaken impression that this will enhance Pursuant to the new section 3016(d), pro- the executive branch. It will allow those em- their changes of winning a major prize. moters of skill contests or sweepstakes must ployees who participate in the Board's FERS- As I have stated previously, sweepstakes, establish and maintain a notification system like retirement plan to obtain FERS credit for themselves, are not evil. They are an effective that will allow for any individual to elect to their Federal Reserve years when they trans- marketing tool that are accessed by willing have the name and address of that individual fer to another federal agency. The Federal Re- and often highly satisfied millions. But experi- excluded from all lists of names and address- serve already provides such reciprocity for ence teaches, us, where the laws fall short, es used by that promoter to mail any skill con- employees who transfer to the Federal Re- the dishonest will flock and honest people will test or sweepstakes. The notification system in serve from other federal agencies. Without this suffer. Now is the time to correct these short- the bill passed by the Senate, and modified by correction, former Board employees would re- falls. the House, does not require that companies ceive smaller annuities upon retirement than S. 335, as amended with the language of they otherwise should. the House passed H.R. 170, was carefully de- establish a specific type of system to allow This title will also correct an inequity in cur- veloped with our ranking member, Mr. FATTAH, consumers to request the removal of their rent law that prevents certain Federal Reserve and the bill's original author, the gentleman names from mailing lists. The legislation re- employees from withdrawing their funds from from New Jersey, Mr. LOBIONDO. Keeping with quires companies to include in every mailing their Thrift Savings Plan accounts. Finally, one H.R. 170's objective of ensuring honesty in the address or a toll-free telephone number of section in this title is critically important to the sweepstakes mailings, the amended language the notification system, but does not require men and women who have served our nation incorporates and responds to the extensive that consumers submit their request in writing in the armed services. It clarifies the Veterans testimony submitted at the hearing conducted to comply with the removal system. Compa- Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 to en- by the Subcommittee on the Postal Service, nies are encouraged to adopt a consumer sure that veterans will receive the benefits that and was agreed to by the House under sus- friendly system for the removal of names from Congress intended when it passed that act pension of the rules on November 2. last year. The gentleman from New Jersey, Mr. their mailing lists, which may include the ability Title III includes H.R. 3187, a bill introduced LOBIONDO is to be commended for cham- to have names removed by means of a call to by Representative KEN CALVERT, that would pioning the necessary changes to our nation's a toll-free number. Companies using such a amend the 1949 Federal Property and Admin- postal laws in this area, and I deeply appre- system would not be required to additionally istrative Services Act to continue the authority ciate the assistance of the gentleman from require a consumer to provide their name in allowing no-cost conveyances of surplus Fed- Pennsylvania, Mr. FATTAH. In fact, the lan- writing, but may wish to elect to verify the va- eral property to State and local governments guage before us today reflects the input of lidity and accuracy of the consumer's election for law enforcement and emergency response other Members who also introduced bills, in- to be removed from their mailing list. Any ap- purposes. cluding the gentleman from California, Mr. propriate method of establishing a record of Under the Federal Property Act, State and ROGAN, and the gentleman from Florida, Mr. removal requests by consumers would comply local governments or eligible nonprofit entities MCCOLLUM, authors of H.R. 237 and H.R. can obtain surplus property, at no cost, for 2678 respectively. This language is also with the requirements of Section 8(d). This re- several authorized public purpose programs. based upon Senator SUSAN COLLINS' com- quirement should not require a promoter origi- These programs include education, public prehensive, bipartisan sweepstakes mailing nating sweepstakes or skill contests on behalf health, correctional facilities, and pubic air- legislation, which passed in the other body, by of multiple unaffiliated entities to honor re- ports. A bill that became law in the 105th Con- a 93±0 vote on August 2. Mr. Speaker, you moval requests made to one entity in mailings gress, introduced by Representative CALVERT, can see we have drawn from many sources to sent on behalf of any other entity. added law enforcement and emergency man- craft what I believe is a reasonably balanced agement response purposes to this list. Prior and effective piece of legislation.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.122 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2380 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 INTRODUCTION OF CLEANER gressional district in southern New Mexico validated Year 2000 compliance of White BUSES FOR CLEANER CITIES ACT next week, on November 16th, 1999. On that Sands' 6,500 computers that support daily day, Brig. Gen. Harry Gatanas will turn over test, analysis and operations. In fact, Gen. HON. JERROLD NADLER the reins as Commanding General of the U.S. Gatanas established White Sands as the Year OF NEW YORK Army's White Sands Missile Range to incom- 2000 frontrunner in the entire Department of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing Brig. Gen. Steven Flohr. Defense through flawless Year 2000 dem- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 Gen. Gatanas is deserving of special rec- onstrations on four separate occasions during ognition for his efforts as the Commanding tests of Range and infrastructure assets for Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, I am introducing General of one of the nation's major test and compliance, including live fire tests of four legislation that would eliminate federal trans- evaluation ranges and for instituting cost-cut- major weapon systems and associated com- portation funding to any person or agency that ting measures and retooling strategies to en- mand and control computers in comprehen- purchases diesel-fueled buses to be used in able the Range to upgrade existing tech- sive integrated end-to-end demonstrations. any ozone, particulate, or carbon monoxide nologies and capabilities as well as to attract These events received national media news nonattainment area under the clean Air Act. new business. His story offers insights and coverage. Even the House Appropriations Black clouds of diesel exhaust are all too com- positive suggestions to all military com- Committee, in its committee report accom- monplace in many urban areas. My bill, the manders throughout the country. panying the FY 2000 Defense Appropriations Cleaner Buses for Cleaner Cities Act, will help Gen. Gatanas took charge of White Sands bill, called attention to the Range's efforts on alleviate the devastating environmental and on April 13th, 1998. During his tenure at the these matters by noting, ``the White Sands health problems caused by diesel exhaust. Range, he demonstrated outstanding com- Diesel exhaust negatively impacts millions Missile Range deserves particular mention for mand performance of duty by significantly im- of Americans every day. Diesel emissions are its early and aggressive Y2K effort.'' During the watch of Gen. Gatanas, White a large source of harmful oxides of nitrogen proving every aspect of the Range, while en- hancing the well being of all with whom he Sands Missile Range and the Army witnessed (NOX) and diesel particulate matter (PM). NOX is the main ingredient in ground level ozone served and was professionally associated. His several firsts in the success of weapons sys- (or smog) and a contributor to acid rain. Diesel command philosophy effectively focused on tems developments. These successes include PM is especially dangerous because it is fine three principal elements simultaneously: mis- the first intercepts of the Patriot Advanced Ca- enough to become lodged deep into the lungs, sion, people and shaping White Sands for the pability (PAC±3) and the Theater High Altitude aggravating respiratory ailments such as asth- 21st Century. Area Defense (THAAD) missile systems. The ma, bronchitis, and pneumonia. Furthermore, Upon assuming command at the Range, successes of these systems are a direct re- diesel exhaust has been linked to cancer, lung Gen. Gatanas immediately began rebuilding flection on the great teamwork and capability damage, and premature death. ties with several offices and customers of of the White Sands work force. In my own district of New York City, the White Sands. During the last fiscal year Gen. Gatanas exercised great community Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA) has care- (1999), White Sands Missile Range operated leadership as the Commander of White lessly proposed to purchase 756 diesel buses, on a total budget of approximately $550 mil- Sands, especially in keeping good ties with more than two times the number of alternative lion. Of that amount, only 30 percent was pro- the three major communities surrounding the fuel buses they plan to acquire. Its decision vided by the government in institutional (budg- Range: Las Cruces and Alamogordo, New and any other local agency's similar decision et) funds, while the remaining 70 percent was Mexico and El Paso, Texas. He also worked endangers the air quality and health of their generated from outside customers. All to- with the commanders of nearby basesÐFt. communities. Many highly polluted cities like gether, the Range employs almost 7,000 peo- Bliss and Holloman Air Force BaseÐon impor- Los Angeles, Atlanta, Boston, and Houston ple, including military, government-contract tant issues such as joint testing and training are phasing out diesel buses and switching to labor and civilian labor. activities, federal land withdrawal legislation, Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) buses. CNG To attract more business, Gen. Gatanas air defense issues, and Air Force weapons de- emits almost no toxic particles and signifi- quickly implemented cost cutting efficiencies in velopment, testing and training concerns. cantly less smog-forming gases. Federal pol- test design and execution while streamlining Gen. Gatanas took command of the Range icy should applaud and encourage such envi- test-support processes and procedures. The at a time of intense conflict and turmoil as a ronmentally beneficial measures, not provide remarkable net effect of these efficiencies and result of military cutbacks in personnel posi- funding for practices that sustain health haz- processes not only increased White Sands' tions and was immediately faced with the de- ards. test activities by more than 18 percent during cline of over 400 civilian positions and over The elderly and children residing in poor mi- the last year, but also increased the Range's 100 soldier slots. He immediately designed a nority communities suffer the most from the reimbursable income from 69 percent to 76 program that capitalized on early retirements environmental hazards of diesel fuel. Asthma percent overall. By reinvesting dollars earned and transfers in a manner which had minimal is the most common cause of hospitalization through well planned and executed effi- impact on the work force morale. Con- for children and asthma related deaths of chil- ciencies, White Sands has been able to invest sequently, the plan was implemented without dren have risen 78% from 1980 to 1993. In over $10 million of its budget dollars this year a single unresolved civilian issue or any com- certain parts of Manhattan and the South to accomplish modernization, while becoming plaint from a soldier family. In addition, Gen. Bronx in New York City, the child asthma one of the most cost-effective ranges for Gatanas stressed the importance of a qualified rates are five times the national average. The Project Managers to test rockets, missiles and work force by instituting several programs use of federal taxpayer money to perpetuate weapon systems. which focused on the needs and concerns of such a public health risk is illogical and irre- Gen. Gatanas' strategy for the 21st Century employees on the Range. He instituted the im- sponsible. is already underway in many areas with mod- portant Consideration of Others program All available measures should be taken to ernized Range launch complexes currently ahead of schedule and made it a role model better the quality of life in our cities, especially under construction, test instrumentation up- with the Army Test and Evaluation Command. for our children. Enactment of the Cleaner grades being implemented, communication He earnestly and efficiently implemented Dis- Buses for Cleaner Cities Act would bring us trunk radio networks and fiber optic local area abled employee Programs which earned the one step closer to our goal. networks being installed throughout the entire Range the 1998 Department of the Army f Range, and accelerated scheduled construc- award. And Gen. Gatanas implemented pro- IN PRAISE OF THE EFFORTS OF tion of the ``state of the art'' Cox Range Con- grams which earned the Range the 1999 BRIG. GEN. HARRY GATANAS, trol Center which is nearing completion. I was IMAGE de Neuvo Mexico award for support of COMMANDING GENERAL OF pleased to work with the General to secure Hispanic employees, the 1999 National WHITE SANDS MISSILE RANGE, the necessary funds for these important IMAGE award for education excellence for NM projects in the 105th and 106th Congresses. Hispanic employees and the 1999 Secretary The Range is pursuing technological break- of the Army award for Outstanding Achieve- HON. JOE SKEEN throughs in the development of miniaturized ment in Equal Employment Opportunity. digital cameras and associated digitized test Gen. Gatanas made quality of life initiatives OF NEW MEXICO suites to allow White Sands to make finite for soldiers and civilians a major priority at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES measurements of sophisticated weapon sys- White Sands by implementing programs to im- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 tems. prove housing, re-open facilities to provide Mr. SKEEN. Mr. Speaker, I call attention to Perhaps the General's greatest success recreation and dining support as well as mak- an important event which will occur in my con- was embodied in the Range's completion and ing the gymnasium facility fully accessible to

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.121 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2381 soldiers and the work force. I was pleased to COMMENDING THE IRS LAGUNA young boy's early experiences helped shape work with him in Congress to secure funds to NIGUEL TAXPAYER ADVOCATE his extraordinary life. For his eighth birthday make a host of needed repairs to Range build- OFFICE he traveled to Washington, D.C.Ðby train, for ing and workplaces, as well as improvements James P. was the Solicitor General for the to roads and water and sewer projects. These HON. GARY G. MILLER Great Northern RailroadÐto watch his father argue a case before the nine Justices of the efforts made White Sands Missile Range a fi- OF CALIFORNIA United States Supreme Court. Barely begin- nalist for the Presidential Quality Award. Fur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ning third grade, Jerry Plunkett could not have ther, he canonized the Hembrillo Battlefield Wednesday, November 10, 1999 known then that a quarter century later he where the 10th Cavalry fought a heroic cam- Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr. would begin his own career as a judge. But paign in the late 1800s by requesting its inclu- Speaker, there are few jobs in the federal gov- without doubt that lasting memory was one of sion as a place on the National Register of ernment for which public gratitude is a less several influences that propelled him to the Historic Places. He also continued the time- common response than for those who are law and the bench. honored tradition to remember the New Mex- tasked with collecting our taxes. Not only must That autumn Washington day in 1932, as ico Veterans of the World War II Bataan Death these public servants enforce our ever-bur- every one of Jerry Plunkett's 75 birthdays, March by recreating an annual march (begun geoning, byzantine Internal Revenue Code, was Armistice Day. On the first Armistice Day, in the early 1990s) through 25 miles of sur- they are expected to do so in a manner that November 11, 1918, Americans had cele- is professional, responsive and fair to all. brated the end of World War I, which officially rounding Range desert in tribute to the heroes During the past year, I have been witness to concluded when the armistice was signed on of Bataan. the performance of the Internal Revenue Serv- the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th Throughout the past 18 months, Gen. ice's (IRS) Taxpayer Advocate Office in La- month. But the ``war to end all wars'' had done Gatanas has effectively and continuously led guna Niguel, California, headed by Ms. Connie no such thing. Just months after graduating White Sands and its work force on a journey Adams. This office, which services the 41st from St. Thomas Military Academy in St. Paul, of continuous improvement. He created a Congressional District and the surrounding re- JerryÐthen 18 years oldÐentered the United foundation of technical and infrastructure im- gion, is responsible for resolving difficult, com- States Army, as the storm clouds of World provements which will serve the Range for plicated tax disputes between taxpayers and War II cast their dark shadow on America. the IRS, and doing so in a manner that He enrolled in the Infantry Officers Can- generations and instilled a true spirit of profes- stresses, to the utmost, service and fairness to didate School at Fort Benning, Georgia, and sionalism and pride throughout the work force. the American taxpayer. rapidly rose through the ranks. By 1944, he The general's efforts have been noted It gives me great pleasure to commend the was a First Lieutenant with the Second Infan- throughout the work force. The General's ef- IRS Laguna Niguel Taxpayer Advocate Office try Division, destined to participate in the Al- forts have been noted throughout the entire for meeting this difficult challenge during the lied invasion of France to liberate Europe. Materiel Development Community, the Army past year. In handling over thirty complicated Lt. Plunkett, the infantryman, was wounded Staff, the Department of Defense and the U.S. tax disputes which I received from constituents during the monumental struggle with Nazi Congress. His dedication to duty, selfless in my congressional district, the Laguna Niguel forces at Normandy, code-named ``Operation service and outstanding leadership mark him Taxpayer Advocate Office performed its duties Overlord,'' and commanded by General as a truly successful commander. These ac- expeditously, with due diligence, and attention Dwight D. Eisenhower. He would later be decorated not only with a Purple Heart but the complishments are deserving of the highest to detail. I would especially like to express my appreciation to the staff members at the La- Bronze Star, but in June 1944 he continued to attention and accolades, and it is only appro- guna Niguel Taxpayer Advocate Office, includ- punch inland, securing safe landing zones for priate that after the completion of next week's ing Ms. Maryanne McGoldrick, Ms. Deborah reinforcements, and waged the campaign change-of-command ceremony, Brigadier Mata, Ms. Mary Haven, Ms. Katie Williams through France and into Germany. The Ger- General Harry Gatanas will be promoted to and Ms. Kim Alfrey for their responsiveness man failure to successfully defend the Nor- the rank of Major General and will depart to and consummate professionalism in per- mandy area from the Allied liberation forces in take command of his next assignment as the forming their duties. essence doomed Hitler's dream of ``Fortress Commanding General of the U.S. Army's Test The preliminary evidence in my congres- Europe,'' and marked the beginning of the end and Evaluation Command in Alexandria, Vir- sional district is that the IRS has responded for the Nazis. ginia. with conviction to the reform requirements While Jerry survived the war, one of his two mandated by the 105th Congress. There are brothers, James F. Plunkett, did not. He was All of us in New Mexico have been blessed certainly other agencies in the federal govern- killed in action in France in 1944. by an impressive cadre of commanding gen- ment which would do well to learn from the With victory came peace, and Jerry Plunkett erals who have taken charge of the reins at laudatory example set by the Laguna Niguel returned home like so many other veterans to White Sands since its founding in World War Taxpayer Advocate Office. Again, my hat is off start a new life, and begin a career. He chose II. I've been pleased to work with each Com- to these fine public servants for a job well the law. manding General at the Range for the past done. When he earned his Juris Doctor degree two decades. f from the University of Minnesota, he went to work as a legal editor for the West Publishing Next month, the Range will celebrate its IN HONOR OF THE 75TH BIRTHDAY Company, even then a long-established firm final firing of the century. Established on July OF JUDGE J. JEROME PLUNKETT (founded in 1876) and the leading national 9, 1945, the first atomic bomb explosion oc- provider of case law and statutes for all U.S. curred on the Range one week later, on July HON. CHRISTOPHER COX jurisdictions. His interest in the law was 16th at Trinity site. Since that time, over 42- OF CALIFORNIA matched, however, by his interest in people thousand test firings have occurred at White IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and solving real-world problems, and barely two years later he had landed his first job in Sands, which have included the initial test Wednesday, November 10, 1999 flights of all of the Army's missile systems in- public policy, as the Assistant City Attorney for Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of a cluding the V±2 rocket, the Nike Hercules, the the City of St. Paul. great man who has achieved a great mile- As barrister for the state capital, Jerry Nike Zeus, the Redstone, the Hawk and the stone: the Honorable J. Jerome Plunkett, who Plunkett earned experience in prosecuting Pershing II. will celebrate his 75th birthday tomorrow, No- criminals and managing civil cases in the I look forward to working with soon-to-be vember 11. courtroom. By 1954, he was presiding over Major General Gatanas and the rest of the A distinguished jurist, a decorated soldier, a those same cases as the Honorable Jerome Army leadership in continuing the impressive patron of education, and a devoted husband Plunkett, appointed by the Municipal Court technological contributions to our national se- and father of eight children, Judge Plunkett bench by then-Minnesota Governor C. Elmer curity throughout tests, evaluations and oper- has throughout his life been a leader for his Anderson. nation, his state, his community, and his fam- His progress and accomplishments on the ations conducted at White Sands Missile ily. bench were as swift and commendable as Range. Born in St. Paul, Minnesota, one of five chil- they had been on the battlefield. He was dren of James P. and Anne Plunkett, the made Chief Administrator of the court system.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.124 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2382 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 In 1956, he was elected by his fellow judges CONCURRING IN SENATE AMEND- erally every walk of American life. They also as President of the Municipal Judges Associa- MENTS TO H.R. 2280, VETERANS directly and indirectly cost consumers billions tion for the entire state. And while serving on BENEFITS IMPROVEMENT ACT and billions of dollars. There is a consensus, the municipal court bench, Judge Plunkett OF 1999, WITH AMENDMENTS I believe, that the relationship between these completed the first recodification since 1875 of benefits and these costs needs to be better all of the laws governing the municipal and SPEECH OF known. This is the fundamental aim of the bill. conciliation courts in the state of Minnesota. HON. ROBERT A. UNDERWOOD Let me say, first, that our effort rides on the His recodification was enacted by the state shoulders of enormous work that has been OF GUAM done by our colleagues in the Senate, particu- legislature in 1961, exactly as he wrote it. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A decade later, another Minnesota governor larly Senator THOMPSON, the Chairman of the elevated Judge Plunkett to the District Court. Tuesday, November 9, 1999 Senate Committee on Governmental Affairs. On July 1, 1967, Governor Harold LeVander Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise He joined Senator LEVIN to introduce a bill that made possible what would become a 25-year today in strong support of H.R. 2280Ðthe Vet- has the same goals as this one. While there career serving the people of Minnesota. Dur- erans Benefits Improvement Act of 1999. I are differences between the two bills, our ef- ing his remarkable tenure, Judge Plunkett per- know many of my colleagues share my senti- fort follows from and builds on the work of our sonally set up and organized the Family Court ments when it comes to our veterans; for their colleagues in the other body. I applaud them for their work. Division of the Ramsey County District Court; selfless sacrifice in the name of freedom, we he spent three years recasting all of the jury While significant details differ, the contours can never thank them enough. The basic prin- of this bill are quite similar to theirs. This bill instructions in use in the state's civil courts; he ciple that lies behind the public support our would require federal agencies promulgating worked for five years to rewrite all of the pen- veterans traces back to the earliest days of major rules to conduct essential analyses of sion and retirement laws for judges in the this Republic. the rules they propose. These analyses will state of Minnesota; he served on the Public This bill, in part, carries on that legacy of not only cause the agencies to do better think- Defender's Board, which supervises the entire gratitude. Among some technical fixes in- ing about the problems they confront, but they public defender operation in Ramsey County; cluded within this bill is legislation concerning will also allow fuller public discussion of the and he was elected by his fellow judges as an the National WWII Memorial, the expansion of regulations that are proposed by executive officer of the state-wide Minnesota Judges As- Veterans cemeteries, benefits for homeless branch agencies. sociation, serving as its Treasurer. veterans, and mechanisms for improving the In the past, we have been shocked at the As an experienced District Court judge, Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims. Finally, sight of agencies moving forward precipitously, Jerry Plunkett was appointed in 1977 to sit as this bill includes a Senate Amendment that will and in the face of conflicting scientific informa- a temporary member of the Minnesota Su- provide a cost-of-living adjustment in rates of tion, with regulations having massive effects preme Court, where he heard over 30 cases compensation for veterans with service-con- on economic growth and progress. We were and authored seven Supreme Court opinions. nected disabilities. pleased to see the Court of Appeals for the Among the matters before Judge Plunkett was As we come to the close of the 20th Cen- D.C. Circuit put the brakes on the Environ- the historic Reserve Mining Company case, tury, we are again reminded of the brutality mental Protection Agency's massive effort to arising out of claims that the firm's iron-ore that has been unleashed on human kind as a stall economic progress in Pennsylvania and processing plant at Silver Bay, Minnesota had result of war and armed conflict. Whenever numerous other parts of the country. disposed of its ore wastes in a way that dis- and wherever there had been a just cause, That being said, however, I have never charged asbestos particles into the air and the United States was there to support the weighed in on the substance of these regula- into Lake Superior. side of righteousness. The dedication and tions because their true anticipated benefits Despite these enormously time-consuming bravery exhibited by our veterans can never were never known. As Chairman of the House professional achievements, family has always be forgotten. As a citizen from the territory of Judiciary Subcommittee on Commercial and been Jerry Plunkett's first priority. Throughout Guam, a place that was occupied by foreign Administrative Law, I was not satisfied that the his adult life, he has been devoted toÐand troops some 50-odd years ago, the feat of lib- administrative processes were being followed guided byÐhis wife, the former Patricia eration by the combined efforts of both as these regulations were written. I did not Bonner. They have raised eight children, all of Chamorro insurgents from the hills and from have confidence that the agency was acting them impressive in their own rights: John, a American Marines on the shores will forever rationally and in the best interest of the nation. forensic pathologist; Patrick, an attorney; remain legendary in the annals of history. Mr. Nor did many other Members of Congress on Marnie, a computer engineer; Timothy, an in- Speaker, on this eve of the 81st anniversary both sides of the aisle. surance executive; Paul, an attorney; Michael, of Veterans day, passage of this bill is all to- Once the Regulatory Improvement Act of a radiologist; Ann, a business executive; and gether fitting and proper. I commend Chair- 2000 is passed, we will be able to have con- Peggy, a graphic designer. Imbued with their man STUMP for his leadership in bringing this fidence in the decisions made by regulatory parents' sense of community and led by the measure to the floor. I would also like to thank agencies. This bill will cause more information example of their parents' lives, this generation my good friend Mr. EVANS for his tireless ef- about the decisions of regulators to come to of Plunketts stands as a living testament to forts to fight for the American veteran and al- light allowing everyoneÐCongress, the press, the values that each of us in Congress is ways keep them within the public conscious- and the publicÐto understand the benefits of proud to call American. ness. I urge all my colleagues to support this major regulations. It will also direct agencies Jerry Plunkett's love of his country, his lead- important legislation. toward addressing common causes of injury ership as a jurist for his state, and his dedica- f and disease, rather than popular fears about tion to his wife and his family have always injury and disease. These are different things, been matched by a high level of involvement THE REGULATORY IMPROVEMENT and the federal bureaucracy needs to use in the local community. He served as Chair- ACT OF 2000 sound science to solve the real problems that man of the Ramsey County Law Library. He face Americans, rather than problems that are was Director of the Capital Community Center. HON. GEORGE W. GEKAS merely exaggerated in the public mind. Too He has been a Trustee of St. Thomas Acad- OF PENNSYLVANIA often, interest groups feed distorted statistics emy, and the President of the school's Alumni IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and selective anecdotes to a hungry media in Association. He has given of himself, his time, order to advance some agenda. If the regu- Wednesday, November 10, 1999 and his energies without limit, and all of us latory process was better anchored to sci- owe him an enormous debt of gratitude for his Mr. GEKAS. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to entific analysis, the practice of fomenting service and his outstanding example. introduce the Regulatory Improvement Act of hysteria among the public would not work as To mark the occasion of Judge Jerry 2000. This bill would bring a greater degree of well. Americans would not have to live with Plunkett's 75th birthday, his family and his rationality and sounder science to the regu- trumped up fears. friends will gather with him in St. Paul in cele- latory process. The bill requires cost-benefit analysis of bration. What better way to repay his many We are all aware that regulations have a major regulations, along with risk assessment kindnesses to our country, if only in part, than huge effect on society. They seek to protect and substitution risk evaluation of major regu- by giving him this tribute? I know that all of my the health and safety of the American people, lations that address health, safety, or environ- colleagues join with me in wishing a happy and they seek to protect the natural environ- mental risks. In general, a major regulation is birthday, and many more to come, to a great ment. They deal with transportation, agri- one that has an effect on the economy of American. culture, communication, manufacturingÐlit- $100 million or more.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.127 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 November 11, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2383 Cost-benefit analysis would allow Congress, bill to be followed once it is law, there should ter. His brothers accompanied him in his vis- the press, and the public to learn how cost-ef- be judicial review. This bill is silent as to re- its to the farm, where cows, mules and other fective a given regulation is. We would be able view, which means that its provisions are sub- animals were raised as well as racehorses. Together, the boys got into plenty of mis- to see how much value we are getting back ject to judicial review under the Administrative chief during the visits, but what Howard en- when we give something up pursuant to regu- Procedure Act, which it amends. joyed most was riding out with his grand- lation. Cost-benefit analyses of different regu- These are just two important points I want father on visits to other farms. His grand- lations could be compared and we could see to lend to the debate on how to achieve ra- father was a ‘‘quack veterinarian’’, doing what regulations bring large improvements tional regulation. I am pleased to introduce what he could to help sick or injured animals and what regulations bring small improve- this bill, and again acknowledge the hard work in his community. It was because of his ments to American life. We include in our bill of colleagues who have laid the foundation for grandfather’s influence that Dr. Johns de- a requirement that agencies analyze a wide cided. ‘‘I’m going to be a graduate veteri- it. narian; I’m going to go to school.’’ World variety of regulatory alternatives. Doing so will We realize the window of opportunity for ad- War II intervened when, at age 20, Dr. Johns reveal what the incremental costs and benefits vancing this bill is small. It would represent joined the Air Force as a mess sergeant serv- are along a range of options. This will help true improvement of the regulatory process, ing in the Pacific theatre, traveling to New agencies choose the right place to draw the which is a serious challenge to the status quo. Guinea with rotation to Australia. Finally lineÐthe place where we get the most bene- We intend to conduct hearings and move this able to make his dreams come true at the fits for the least cost. bill at the outset of the next session. We hope end of his tour of duty, there were only six Risk assessment is a characterization of the that our vision of regulatory improvement schools in the nation teaching veterinary nature of the harm addressed by a regulation, science. Sixty slots were available at Ala- proves out and attracts the support of an ad- bama Polytechnic Institute at Auburn; Dr. and our bill requires it for regulations address- ministration that has so far only offered to re- Johns was chosen from 1500 applicants and ing health, safety, and the environment. Rath- invent the regulatory wheel. began his studies. er than anecdotes and fear, we need sound I am confident that we will succeed and that Unfortunately, his grandfather did not live scientific descriptions of what causes a given the vision we all shareÐof safe and healthy to see him become a graduate veterinarian, harm, how the harm is caused, and what the people, unburdened by irrational regulationÐ passing away after Dr. Johns completed pre- chances are that a harm will occur. We also veterinary school. will be achieved through this legislation. In 1949, as a licensed veterinarian, Dr. need to reveal what assumptions these as- f Johns came to Tennessee to practice. An sessments rely on. Certain harms are ex- avid duck hunter, he came here ‘‘looking for tremely rare, and even speculative, yet some- TANNER PRAISES DR. JOHNS’ ducks,’’ he said, and he found them. He dated times we protect against them more carefully COMMITMENT AS CARROLL Judith McConnell for a year and a half be- than the harms that befall hundreds of Ameri- COUNTY CIVIC LEADER fore tying the knot in marriage. Over the cans every day. Quality risk assessment will years, the couple had 4 children; Judy’s reveal where this has been the case, so we child, also named Judy, came into the mar- HON. JOHN S. TANNER riage from Judy’s earlier relationship; the can refocus our efforts on real improvements OF TENNESSEE couple had two more daughters, Kathy and in quality of life for all Americans. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Johnny Beth. Their son, Howard, Jr., affec- A substitution risk assessment should study Wednesday, November 10, 1999 tionately known as Bubba, was tragically what risks might be created or threatened in lost at the age of eight when he slipped on the process of avoiding another risk. Substi- Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, it is a personal some hay, falling from a truck as it rounded tution risk assessment is the reason most peo- privilege to rise, and have spread on the a corner. ple do not jump into automobile traffic to avoid pages of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, an arti- Upon arriving in Carroll County, Dr. Johns meeting a bicycle on the sidewalk. The risk cle about my good friend, Dr. Howard Johns set up his clinic in a room at the Carroll County Co-op building, where he remained this would create is greater than the risk of Huntingdon, Tennessee. The article ade- for a year and a half. Although there were avoided. I do not suggest that any current reg- quately describes Dr. Johns' many sterling several persons practicing as unlicensed vets, ulations actually create net risks, but there qualities, as well as his dedicated and distin- Dr. Johns brought a learned element as the have been examples where a significant new guished service to Carroll County. only educated veterinarian in the area. harm was created by a regulation. We want to I would be remiss not to add that my late fa- Through the Co-op, Dr. Johns met many avoid this in the future, for the good of our ther-in-law, Mr. Billy Portis, and Dr. Johns farmers and built his practice. He moved people and for the credibility of the regulatory were close personal friends for over 50 years. into a new clinic on Main Street, where the process. Mr. Billy and Dr. Johns both served as Carroll beauty shop ‘‘Snips and Curls’’ is now Let me make some key points about this housed. There he was able to establish an County Commissioners, and both were active animal hospital, where around the clock bill, though I recognize that mine will not be in the Democratic Party. medical care could be provided. As time went the only view on these subjects. First, to do an Dr. Johns attended many of our family func- on, Dr. Johns saw much evolution in veteri- effective cost-benefit analysis, all effects of a tions, and, in fact, he has been almost like a nary medicine. When he first began his prac- regulation must be quantified in comparable member of our family. tice, he saw more large farm animals than terms. We must be able to compare apples to So it is with pride and pleasure that I in- small animals. Later, people began taking apples and oranges to oranges. Otherwise, clude a profile article about Dr. Johns that was better care of their pets, and didn’t mind the true effects of a rule will be obscured. published recently in The McKenzie Banner spending a little money to keep them Note well, Mr. Speaker, that accurate cost- healthy. Another change was drive-in serv- and reprinted below. Dr. Johns is a distin- ice, when farmers and large animal owners benefit analysis does not require tough guished Tennessean and I am proud to call began bringing their cows and horses to the choices to be made. It illustrates the choices him my friend. clinic in trailers for treatment. Even more that inevitably are being made in a proposed [From the McKenzie Banner, Oct. 20, 1999] has happened in advancements in the science regulation. since his retirement 12 years ago, according DR. HOWARD JOHNS—RETIRED VETERINARIAN, Second, anything that we refer to as a law, to Dr. Johns, with better drugs being devel- ACTIVE CIVIC LEADER including administrative law, must be enforce- oped, creating more options for treating dis- able. That is, there must be someone to re- (By Deborah Turner) eases. Before the advent of life savings drugs, view the actions of the agency. The best Summers spent in rural Georgia on his ‘‘We treated symptoms, that’s all we could grandfather’s farm are among the favorite do with the drugs we had,’’ said Dr. Johns. source of this kind of review, the one that has memories of Dr. Howard Johns, retired doc- Common in those days were outbreaks of always been recognized in this country, is the tor of veterinary medicine in Huntingdon. ‘‘black leg’’, caused from a bacteria that en- courts. In the 104th Congress, I was the origi- Nestled in a tiny town consisting of two ters the muscles where gasses form, capable nal author of legislation to make compliance stores and a service station, his grandfather of killing a calf within two days. The bac- with the Regulatory Flexibility Act judicially re- owned a racehorse farm, and Howard got to teria is found in the soil, and once there it viewable. Judicial review made it into the Reg- help with the animals while visiting from his remains, although the advent of vaccinations ulatory Flexibility Act in the Small Business hometown of Eatontown, Georgia. now prevents recurring breakouts. Another Regulatory Enforcement Fairness Act of 1996. He enjoyed feeding, washing, walking and common infection in earlier years was sto- brushing the beautiful, spirited horses which matitis, an infection caused by fungus grow- Today, we have seen the benefits of judicial were trained to pull the two-wheeled car- ing on the grasses. When eaten, the mouth review. A very small number of agencies have riages, called sulkies, in which one man rode becomes infected, rendering the animal un- been reversed or remanded by the courts, to drive the horse in racing. able to eat due to the soreness of its mouth. while the clear majority of agencies are now He was the middle child of five children: 2 Many of the advancements made in veteri- assiduously following the law. If we intend this older brothers and a younger brother and sis- nary medicine are the result of research. Dr.

VerDate 2999 05:11 Nov 12, 1999 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A10NO8.131 pfrm08 PsN: E11PT1 E2384 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 11, 1999 Johns feels strongly that animal research is many times over in his leaderships capac- it should be. And as the technology leader of necessary and beneficial to the many ani- ities. Most recently, he was awarded a the world, we have second-rate air traffic mals cared for across the United States each Leadership of Carroll County plaque, in rec- control equipment. year. ognition of commitment to the leadership of It is against this backdrop that I must re- Dr. Johns worked long, hard hours in order Carroll County and completion of a leader- ject the Senate proposal to cut aviation to provide care to the animals in the county ship program. Dr. Johns is the oldest Carroll spending. and surrounding areas. Farmers arising very Countian ever to complete the program, While the Senate claims that they are early to milk cows would call him early in which entails many physical feats involving unlocking the Aviation Trust Fund, just the the day, while people returning from work in teamwork in their accomplishment. Other opposite is true. The Senate proposal actu- the evenings would call after they got home. honors Dr. Johns has received are as follows: ally spends about $3 billion less over the next He remembers taking the children with him President of Tennessee Veterinary Medicine three years than the trust fund takes in in in the car to make house calls on Christmas Association 1955; the Silver Medallion Award Day. Asked if he enjoyed his work despite revenues during that same period. awarded by the County Court in 1980; Carroll To make matters even worse, the Senate the hardships, he replied emphatically, ‘‘I Countian of the Year in 1992; 21 Years as certainly did; I loved it.’’ proposal actually reduces Aviation Trust County Commissioner in 1996; 1998 Out- Fund spending below current baseline levels. His practice included some oddities with standing Citizen Award for Community Serv- I am also dismayed that the Senate is in- mistakes of nature occurring in a two-head- ice; 16 Years on the Carroll County Electric ed calf he delivered, which survived a month, sistent on eliminating the general fund con- Board from 1982–1998; 6 Years on the Hun- as well as siamese twin calves which were tribution to aviation which has been in place tingdon City Council; past Board of Direc- stillborn. Upon the birth of the two-headed for the last 25 years. This general fund share tors of Farm Bureau; past Board of Directors calf, the lady of the house asked how long it reflects security and safety investments, as for Carroll County Live-stock Association; would live. He predicted it would live about well as military usage of the air traffic con- past Board of Directors of Carroll County Co- a month. Though it was cared for and bottle trol system. op; presently serves on the Boards of Direc- fed, it was never able to rise to its feet and tors for the Bank of Huntingdon and the The Senate proposal simply fails to recog- died a month later as he had predicted. ‘‘She Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Johns is a Mem- nize the growing needs in aviation, such as thought I was real smart,’’ said Dr. Johns. It ber of the First Baptist Church in Hun- the projected one billion people that will be took 3 hours to deliver the siamese twin tingdon. Of his involvement in the commu- flying annually just a few years from now. calves; with forefeet and hind feet mixing to- The House tried to find common ground. gether to be delivered from the birth canal, nity, Dr. Johns said sincerely, ‘‘The people of Carroll County took me in and this was We were willing to accept a TEA 21-type fire- it took Dr. Johns some amount of confusion wall in lieu of off-budget. But the Senate before he realized what was going on. It was home the next day after I got here. Carroll County and the surrounding counties have would not agree. We proposed to guarantee 10:00 in the evening before the job was com- trust fund spending with a point-of-order in plete. ‘‘That was before we got married and been home for 50 years, because I’ve been lieu of a firewall. But the Senate still would I took my wife with me that night. She had here for 50 years now. They gave to me and not agree. worked till 10:00 and went to sleep in the car. I wanted to give some of it back to them.’’ I woke her up and said, ‘Come in here and In addition to his community involvement, I question our priorities when in these look at this thing. You’ve never seen any- Dr. Johns enjoys reading and ‘‘piddling’’ on times of trillion dollar budget surpluses, thing like it, and I haven’t either, and don’t his farm where he raises cattle, all of which with air travelers investing billions more expect to ever see it again.’’ are offspring of cattle he has raised over the into the Aviation Trust Fund, we cannot find One Sunday his nephew accompanied him years, and two horses which belong to his the commitment to make our aviation sys- on his rounds. In a typical year Dr. Johns grandchildren. Dr. Johns takes much pleas- tem safe and competitive. handled around 250 deliveries, but on that ure in the role he plays as ‘‘butler’’ at the The Senate proposal also says the flying day there were an astounding 7 deliveries in Cedar Wood Bed and Breakfast owned by his public cannot use the money they have in- which his assistance was required, three of friend, June Crider. The large colonial home vested in the Aviation Trust Fund to make them on the same farm at different times that houses Cedar Wood is also available for their skies safer. According to today’s num- during the day. After witnessing the birth of weddings, parties, and club meeting. Dr. bers, that is $11 billion in trust fund cash several calves, his nephew asked, ‘‘How do Johns’ daughter, Kathy Whitehead, is a balances and the $1 billion in annual interest the claves get up in there?’’ Dr. Johns re- nurse at the Huntingdon Hospital; Johnny earnings. The flying public dutifully depos- plied, ‘‘The cows are just lying around out Beth is a teacher of health occupations at ited the money and they deserve to see it in- here and the calves are running around and the Vocational School in Huntingdon, and vested properly. Under the Senate proposal, just run up in there.’’ On their third visit of Judy is a health facilities surveyor for the the trust fund balances would grow by over the day to the farm, Dr. Johns recounted, Tennessee Department of Health. He has 7 $3 billion over the next three years. with a hearty laugh, that his nephew told grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. Worshipping at the altar of fiscal short- the farmer, ‘‘You’re going to have to sepa- f sightedness will carry a high price when our rate your cows and your calves; we can’t aviation system becomes hopelessly con- keep coming back here all afternoon.’’ HOUSE/SENATE AT IMPASSE ON gested. If we do not make investments that Dr. Johns retired 12 years ago, 2 days be- AVIATION REAUTHORIZATION BILL are necessary we risk the destruction of one fore his 65th birthday, in order to care for his of the economic engines that keeps our econ- wife, who was ill with cancer. ‘‘I stayed right omy roaring. here with her and never missed it a day,’’ he HON. BUD SHUSTER I hope we have not let this historic oppor- said regarding the transition from his work OF PENNSYLVANIA tunity slip through our fingers. I hope we to caregiver. In 1986, his wife lost her fight IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES can find a workable compromise and I hope with the disease, although her personality we can give the American people the safe and may still be seen in their home. Among Thursday, November 11, 1999 competitive aviation system they deserve. many feminine touches, an embroidered But I cannot accept a proposal that makes plaque proclaims, ‘‘I know I’m efficient; Tell Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to little changes to a system that is in des- me I’m beautiful.’’ Dr. Johns has had his own apprise my colleagues of a statement I issued perate need of change. share of health concerns, undergoing two last night in reference to the House/Senate successful bypass surgeries; one in 1982 and conference committee's efforts to reauthorize I continue to oppose further short-term ex- another in June, 1998, as well as surgery for the Federal Aviation Administration. tensions of selected aviation programs. This prostate cancer. He was back delivering band-aid approach can only delay the signifi- calves a month after the first operation. He STATEMENT OF CHAIRMAN BUD SHUSTER ON cant investments that the flying public has tires more easily since the last bypass, how- AVIATION IMPASSE paid for and deserves. ever, it hasn’t prevented him from being an The nation is hurtling towards aviation I pledge that I will renew my efforts next active participant in life. gridlock and potential disaster in the sky. year to unlock the Aviation Trust Fund and Dr. Johns has led a busy retirement full of Our aviation system is in trouble. Too many fulfill our commitment to make our skies as community involvement, being honored flights are delayed. Service is not as good as safe as they can be.

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