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104TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE CRO- Analysis of Impacts on the Nation Act. Coal Sgt. Meyer served nobly in Iraq and at the ATIAN SONS LODGE NUMBER 170 mining is a lifeblood industry in southwest Indi- conclusion of his tour there volunteered for an- ana and throughout the Midwest. We have other deployment, this time to Afghanistan. He HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY abundant reserves of the natural resource has described the events of September 8, OF INDIANA throughout my state and the citizens of my 2009, in the Kunar Province of northeastern IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES district depend heavily on coal mining and the Afghanistan as the ‘‘worst’’ day of his life. With burning of coal for electricity. In fact, 98 per- that in mind, and the details of his heroism Friday, September 23, 2011 cent of Indiana’s power generation comes contained in the Medal Citation, I will not re- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my dis- from coal. count the terrible events of that day. Because tinct honor to congratulate the Croatian Sons The Environmental Protection Agency has of his actions, thirteen Marines and Army sol- Lodge Number 170 of the Croatian Fraternal gone to great lengths to disrupt coal produc- diers, as well as twenty-three Afghan soldiers Union on the festive occasion of its 104th An- tion in the United States—in many cases hap- made it out of an ambush to live and serve niversary and Golden Member banquet on hazardly and without recognition of the eco- another day. And the bodies of four fallen Sunday, October 2, 2011. nomic and social benefits derived from coal American servicemen and a mortally wounded This year, the Croatian Fraternal Union will mining and the electricity it generates. Army soldier—Marines 1st Lt. Michael John- hold this gala at the Croatian Center in The further hampering of our country’s abil- son, Gunnery Sgt. Edwin Johnson and Staff Merrillville, Indiana. Traditionally, the anniver- ity to mine and utilize coal will have drastic ef- Sgt. Aaron Kenefick; Navy Corpsman 3rd sary celebration entails a formal recognition of fects on the economy—hitting hardest those Class James Layton; and Army Sgt. 1st Class the Union’s Golden Members, those who have areas, like my district, that depend on coal for Kenneth W. Westbrook—made it home to their achieved fifty years of membership. This jobs and paychecks. loved ones and a grateful country. year’s honorees who have attained fifty years That said, there are utilities in this country As he received the Congressional Medal of of membership include: Geraldine M. Doll, that have completed or are making currently Honor at a White House ceremony on Sep- Marko Frankovich, Anthony R. Glibota, Sharon the strategic investments necessary to comply tember 16, with his usual modesty Sgt. Meyer Haynes, Domenica Jaksa, Mary Ann Maggi, with the EPA rules this bill seeks to delay. dedicated the award to those brave men: ‘‘The Thomas D. Meeks, Mary Ann Pala, Dennis R. These investments have been made at signifi- main thing that we need to get from that day Pollack, Mary Kay Rhodes, Judy A. Rodri- cant cost to the utility customers, who are pay- is that those guys died heroes, and they are guez, Anthony A. Samanich, Lorna Gail Scott, ing higher rates as a result. greatly missed.’’ Having recently marked the Patricia C. Tonkovich, Dennis Tuskan, Diana As this legislative initiative moves from tenth anniversary of the 9/11 attacks that drew M. Voyt, and Katherine M. Zarth. House passage to Senate consideration—and us into war, as Sgt. Meyer reminds us, our These loyal and dedicated individuals share negotiation between the two bodies—it is im- Nation must commit to memory the service this prestigious honor with approximately 324 perative we find a workable solution that both men and women who have sacrificed their ut- additional Lodge members who have pre- protects the investments these utilities have most since in order to ensure the security and viously attained this important designation. made and are making while maintaining the sovereignty of our blessed Republic. This memorable day will begin with a mass underlying intent of the bill before us. It is impossible to convey how proud I am at Saint Joseph the Worker Croatian Catholic For this reason, I plan to work toward such to join the American people as we honor Sgt. Church in Gary, Indiana, with the Reverend a solution because not doing so would leave Dakota Meyer. Like him, I believe that in com- Father Stephen Loncar officiating. The ban- those utilities at a significant competitive dis- memorating the events of that day in the far- quet will begin at 1 p.m. advantage in the marketplace—and frankly off mountains of Afghanistan, we may honor Mr. Speaker, I urge you and my other distin- would be unfair to the customer. I am hopeful those we lost while finding the strength and guished colleagues to join me in commending my colleagues will join me in this effort. courage to ensure that the American dream of Lodge President John Miksich and all mem- f freedom and liberty will never dim. bers of the Croatian Fraternal Union Lodge f Number 170 for their loyalty and radiant dis- CONGRATULATING SGT. DAKOTA play of passion for their ethnicity. The Croatian MEYER ON HIS RECEIPT OF THE TRIBUTE TO STATE SENATOR community has played a key role in enriching CONGRESSIONAL MEDAL OF HARRY ‘‘HAP’’ MYERS the quality of life and culture of Northwest Indi- HONOR ana. It is my hope that this year will bring re- HON. JO BONNER newed hope and prosperity for all members of HON. HAROLD ROGERS OF ALABAMA the Croatian community and their families. OF KENTUCKY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, September 23, 2011 TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY Friday, September 23, 2011 ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to NATION ACT OF 2011 Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I pay tribute to the memory of a remarkable rise today in order to honor Sergeant Dakota man, State Senator Harry Edward ‘‘Hap’’ SPEECH OF Meyer of the United States Marine Corps and Myers, Jr., a lifelong resident of Mobile, Ala- the recipient of the highest military honor our bama and friend to many who passed away HON. LARRY BUCSHON Nation can bestow, the Congressional Medal on August 3, 2011, at the age of 72. OF INDIANA of Honor. During his lifetime, Hap was known for his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Born in Columbia, Sgt. Meyer’s upbringing unbending belief in others and in doing what Thursday, September 22, 2011 in rural southern Kentucky was was right. He was a husband, father, civil en- quintessentially American. In high school, he gineer, community leader and legislator. The House in Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union had under distinguished himself—as an all-star on the Growing up in Mobile he attended Mary B. consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require football field and as a tutor volunteering his Austin Elementary School, Barton Academy, analyses of the cumulative and incremental time to special-needs students in the class- and graduated from Murphy High School in impacts of certain rules and actions of the room. Sgt. Meyer aspired to be a college foot- 1957. He received a B.A. Degree in Business Environmental Protection Agency, and for ball player until a chance encounter with a Administration and a B.S. Degree in Civil En- other purposes: USMC recruiter awakened in his heart the gineering from Auburn University in 1961. Mr. BUCSHON. Mr. Chair, I rise today in challenge to serve his country. His eighteenth Returning to Mobile, he began on a path he support of the legislation before the House— birthday found him at boot camp on Parris Is- would follow for much of his professional life, H.R. 2401, the Transparency in Regulatory land. serving and then leading the J.B. Converse

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23SE8.001 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1700 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 23, 2011 Company/BCM Engineers where he was Village for their 35th Anniversary of excellent TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY president and CEO for two decades. Under service, and I know the Denton community ap- ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE his leadership, the company grew to become preciates their years of service. NATION ACT OF 2011 one of America’s top 100 engineering firms. SPEECH OF Never one to be content with sitting on the f sidelines when his community needed him, HON. JOHN D. DINGELL Hap was determined to make a difference, IN RECOGNITION OF THE OPENING OF MICHIGAN greeting new challenges with enthusiasm and AND DEDICATION OF THE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his trademark positive attitude. He led the UKRAINIAN VILLAGE PARK AND Thursday, September 22, 2011 local business community as Chairman of the ANNUAL UKRAINIAN VILLAGE Mobile Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of PARADE The House in Committee of the Whole the board at St. Paul’s Episcopal School, and House on the state of the Union had under served on the Board of Regions Bank and the consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require Mobile Area Water and Sewer Board, to name HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH analyses of the cumulative and incremental but a few of the many organizations where impacts of certain rules and actions of the Hap left a lasting mark. OF OHIO Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes: Having succeeded in local business and in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES giving his time to improve his community, Hap Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Chair, today’s debate is took the next step in 1994, entering the polit- Friday, September 23, 2011 de´ja´ vu from the debate within the House En- ical arena for the first time. For anyone who ergy and Commerce committee. Once again knew him, there was never any doubt that he Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in my colleagues and I on the Energy and Com- would make a fine public servant. Hap went recognition of the opening and dedication of merce Committee had the opportunity to ad- on to be elected a Republican in the Demo- the Ukrainian Village Park and Annual Ukrain- dress and protect human health and environ- crat-dominated Alabama State Senate for ian Village Parade taking place on September ment, while also promote and encourage inno- three consecutive terms. He retired from poli- 24, 2011. vation and job creation. These are serious issues facing our country and the EPA, issues tics in 2006. Former Governor Bob Riley With a growing population of more than summed up his political career by noting he that require serious solutions. Sadly, this bill 50,000, the Ukrainian community has been a ‘‘served for all the right reasons, and he did it does nothing to actually address those issues. staple in the Greater Cleveland area for dec- with great integrity and class.’’ In addition to the lack of a well thought-out Mr. Speaker, Senator Hap Myers never put ades. In October, 2008, the City of Parma City strategy, the proposed amendments to this bill himself first and never gave up believing in Council became the first local government in would make serious changes to the Clean Air and doing what was right. He will be sorely Northeast Ohio to sponsor an ethnic neighbor- Act without any congressional hearing or testi- missed but leaves behind a legacy of good- hood; Ukrainian Village. Ukrainian Village cov- mony. None of these proposals have had seri- ness and decency as well as an example for ers two miles along State Road and is home ous examination by the Energy and Com- one and all of what a true servant leader is. to Ukrainian butcher shops, credit unions, two merce Committee, which has jurisdiction over this matter. This is not the open and trans- I would like to ask the House to join me in Ukrainian Orthodox churches and now Ukrain- extending our deepest condolences to his parent legislative process that my colleagues ian Village Park. The mission of Ukrainian Vil- have committed to. We cannot responsibly lovely wife, Toni, as well as his wonderful chil- lage is, ‘‘To preserve, empower, and advance dren, Hap III, Marty, and Sandy, his grand- govern in this matter and ignore our Constitu- Ukrainian Village as a thriving neighborhood children, his family and many friends. You are tional obligation to hold hearings, hear testi- all in our thoughts and prayers. by celebrating the culture and heritage of mony, and give these matters the in-depth Ukrainian Americans and to collaborate with f consideration major policy initiatives deserve. the City of Parma in creating business and As I said, there are legitimate problems with IN RECOGNITION OF THE 35TH AN- economic development within its boundaries.’’ some of the proposed rules coming out of NIVERSARY OF THE GOOD SA- EPA, and they need to be dealt with. How- The Ukrainian Village Parade and Ukrainian MARITAN SOCIETY’S DENTON ever, this Polish lawyer from Detroit happens VILLAGE Village Park dedication will be hosted by the to believe we would get further with a more City of Parma, Ukrainian Village Committee surgical approach to dealing with these mat- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS and the United Ukrainian Organizations of ters. Ohio. The United Ukrainian Organizations of OF TEXAS I am particularly concerned with the Utility Ohio has represented more than 50 Ohio or- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MACT, which in its current form, could have a ganizations since 1928. This year’s Ukrainian devastating effect on the economy of Mid- Friday, September 23, 2011 Village celebration will commemorate the 20th western manufacturing States, including my Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to anniversary of Ukraine’s independence, in- home State of Michigan. I am convinced that commemorate the 35th anniversary of the clude an annual parade and festival and fea- a balanced, bipartisan solution to this issue Good Samaritan Society’s Denton Village. The ture the opening and dedication of the Ukrain- was available to us. In fact, I offered to work Good Samaritan Society operates a number of with all of my colleagues, both Democrats and ian Village Park. nursing homes around the country. Denton Vil- Republicans on this matter. Sadly, my col- lage’s inception in 1976 marked the beginning This year’s parade will include, for the first leagues on the other side of the aisle would of their exceptional service offerings in long- time, all five of Parma’s high school’s bands; rather play political games rather than work on term care and senior living complexes. The Parma Senior High School, Normandy High a reasonable solution to a legitimate problem. Denton Village has since expanded their serv- School, Valley Forge High School, Padua I would note to my colleagues that we spent ices to include twin homes, assisted living, Franciscan High School and Holy Name High only one day on the failed Continuing Resolu- and a second senior living apartment building. School. Additionally, the parade will feature tion, but will spend two days on this bill. This, My parents lived in a duplex at Denton Vil- church groups, civic organizations, representa- I believe, demonstrates the true intention of lage. The facilities and staff at Denton Village the GOP. That is not to actually deal with a le- tives from the Polish, Hungarian, German, allowed my parents, Harry and Norma, to gitimate and disconcerting problem, but to Irish and Slovak communities, Ukrainian Vil- enjoy a more fulfilling and carefree life. When spend time on their favorite whipping boy, it comes to providing individualized care the lage businesses, numerous Ukrainian-Amer- EPA. Now, I have had my share of issues with people at Denton Village go above and be- ican organizations, singers, dancers, school that particular agency, but I have always yond for their residents. Denton Village is a children, and His Eminence Archbishop sought a solution—not played games to gain place that cares for people, and is one of the Antony. political points. best nursing homes in Dallas Fort-Worth Area. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me As such, it is my intent to vote against the This anniversary is a wonderful opportunity as Greater Cleveland celebrates the opening TRAIN Act and the amendments proposed by for us to celebrate and recognize the values of the other side of the aisle. The President al- and dedication of the Ukrainian Village Park the Good Samaritan Society and the delivery ready indicated his strong opposition and as and Annual Ukrainian Village Parade. of those values at the Denton Village. I am such, the bill before us is nothing more than truly proud to recognize everybody at Denton veto bait. I would call on my colleagues on

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TODD ROKITA the two-story, red brick building on Beltline Leon, I renew my call that you use your discretion as secretary and create the Af/Pak OF INDIANA Road to its current location on Josey Lane. In the same year, Carrollton High School Study Group. We owe it to the men and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women serving and the families and spouses Friday, September 23, 2011 changed its name to R.L. Turner in honor of at home to ensure we have the correct strat- Superintendent Robert Leon Turner. egy. After 10 years of fighting, it is time to Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to R.L. Turner High School has received a have a fresh set of eyes examine U.S. strat- recognize and congratulate an important mem- number of distinguished awards over its rich egy. Far from a sign of weakness, creating ber of Indiana’s business community. history. In the 1990–1991 school year, the an independent Af/Pak study group would Mr. Stephen Russell founded Celadon high school was honored with the Blue Ribbon show the nation that we are doing every- Group, Inc., in 1985, and under his leadership, National School of Excellence. In the 2000– thing possible to achieve our goals in this re- Celadon has grown to become one of the Na- 2001 and 2009–2010 school years, the high gion. tion’s largest trucking and transportation man- I would welcome the chance to speak with school achieved a Recognized Rating for its you on this matter. agement companies. Celadon currently oper- academics from the Texas Education Agency. Best wishes, ates approximately 3,100 tractors and 9,000 And in 2010, R.L. Turner was ranked as the Sincerely, trailers and serves over 2,000 customers. top school in the district on Newsweek’s list of FRANK R. WOLF, Celadon employs nearly 4,000 people and is America’s Best High Schools. Member of Congress. the largest transportation company based in Since the first class graduated in 1912, ap- CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, Indiana. Mr. Russell serves on several indus- proximately 50,000 students have passed try, education, and community boards; includ- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, through this exceptional institution. I am very Washington, DC, September 15, 2011. ing on the American Trucking Associations, proud of R.L. Turner and its century-long com- The Hon. LEON PANETTA, Inc. Board, Cornell University Johnson Grad- mitment to educational excellence. On behalf Secretary of Defense, U.S. Department of De- uate School of Management Board, and as of the 24th Congressional District of Texas, I fense, The Pentagon, Washington DC. Chairman of the Board of Governors of the In- ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating DEAR SECRETARY PANETTA: It was good to dianapolis Museum of Art. R.L. Turner on its 100-year anniversary. be with you at the Pentagon on Sunday to honor the lives lost there 10 years ago in the Mr. Russell was one of four laureates in- f ducted into the Central Indiana Business Hall 9/11 attacks. I want to congratulate you on a of Fame on February 17, 2011. Established by CORRESPONDENCE WITH DEFENSE moving ceremony that showed reverence to the Pentagon employees and the passengers the Junior Achievement Board of Directors in SECRETARY PANETTA ON THE of American Flight 77 that perished on that 1989, the Central Indiana Business Hall of AFGHANISTAN/PAKISTAN STUDY awful morning. I appreciated your comments fame honors men and women who epitomize GROUP and those of Admiral Mullen. Several of my success in the business world and use their constituents died at the Pentagon and the success to improve the quality of life of their HON. FRANK R. WOLF first U.S. service member killed in Afghani- stan was my constituent. I thank you and all fellow citizens and surrounding communities. OF VIRGINIA I congratulate him on all his hard work and those who have served in public office and in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES success which has been honored with the in- uniform in the 10 years we have waged war Friday, September 23, 2011 against global terrorism. duction into the Central Indiana Business Hall As I waited for the program to begin on of Fame. I would like to thank is family for Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I submit my cor- Sunday, I saw you and former Defense Sec- selflessly supporting Mr. Russell in his long respondence with the administration on my retary Rumsfeld and was struck by a vivid and accomplished career as a business and call for an Afghanistan/Pakistan Study Group. memory from 2005 of the events surrounding community leader in Central Indiana. I am My letters to Defense Secretary Leon Panetta the Iraq war. We were three years into the proud to honor Mr. Russell in recognition of of August 31, 2011, and September 15, 2011, war, the security situation in Iraq was dete- his leadership and service to his family, em- riorating, and our soldiers were dying every follow: day. As a member of Congress who voted to ployees, and community. CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, send our troops to fight, I believed I had the f HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, added responsibility to make sure the ad- Washington, DC, August 31, 2011. ministration was receiving the best advice 100-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF R.L. Hon. LEON PANETTA, possible on our Iraq strategy. TURNER HIGH SCHOOL Secretary of Defense, The Pentagon, So I proposed creating the Iraq Study Washington, DC. Group (ISG) made up of experts outside gov- HON. KENNY MARCHANT DEAR SECRETARY PANETTA: I know you ernment to bring what I called ‘‘fresh eyes’’ care deeply about the men and women in on the target. Secretary Rumsfeld, General OF TEXAS uniform fighting in Afghanistan. That’s why Pace, Secretary Rice, and NSC Chairman IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I am disappointed that no one from your Hadley all came to see the value in the ISG. Friday, September 23, 2011 staff has contacted former Ambassador Peter By your participation, I think it is fair to Tomsen, an expert on Afghanistan, to meet say you also saw its benefit, and I greatly Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, it is with with him, as I requested in my letter to you appreciated your outstanding service on the great pride that I rise to celebrate the 100-year of August 1 (enclosed). bipartisan panel. You and the other Demo- anniversary of R.L. Turner High School. As a Ambassador Tomsen’s new book, The Wars cratic members who gave your time during a graduate of R.L. Turner, I am honored to rec- of Afghanistan, is receiving positive reviews, Republican administration exemplified the ognize this school as a significant part of the including the enclosed review in the recent true meaning of service to your country. edition of Foreign Affairs. The review praises We are now into the 10th year of fighting City of Carrollton’s history. the book as providing an in depth description in Afghanistan and the challenges we face In the fall of 1911, Carrollton High School of the social structure of Afghanistan and there continue. In 2001, I was the first mem- had its first class of three students. In 1915, the mistakes repeated by numerous foreign ber of Congress, along with Rep. Joe Pitts, to a two-story, red brick building was constructed countries that have tried to help establish visit Afghanistan after the U.S. invasion, for the high school. When the high school military and political cohesion in the coun- against the wishes of the Defense Depart- changed locations, the building became try. The review states, ‘‘Whether one agrees ment. We saw firsthand the devastation that DeWitt Perry Junior High. The junior high with Tomsen, however, there is no denying the Taliban had visited on Kabul as well as school was named after DeWitt Clinton Perry, that his descriptions of Afghanistan’s soci- the remnants of the U.S. Embassy that was ety and politics are a valuable foundation for abandoned in 1979. I have also traveled to who donated the land to the city for the origi- any discussion of how the country should be Pakistan and seen the difficulties that coun- nal high school. governed. * * * Given Tomsen’s track try faces combating the Afghan Taliban and The first Homecoming Day celebration was record, Americans should give a respectful other terror groups. Despite the current con- held on Friday, November 17, 1933. Former hearing to his call for a thorough policy re- ditions, all my experience in this region tells students from as far back as the original class formulation—something beyond tweaks to me that success is possible if we formulate

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.001 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1702 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 23, 2011 the right strategy to deal with both Afghani- of individuals on the other side of the world pansions. In 1900, the congregation welcomed stan and Pakistan. who also dared to demand freedom for their its third pastor, Father Albert Aust. Under the As with the ISG, I believe fresh eyes are people. I rise today, Mr. Speaker, to recognize leadership of Father Aust, St. Michael Parish needed now to examine U.S. policy in Af- the centennial anniversary of Republic of ghanistan and Pakistan. The security situa- thrived and added a new rectory, school, and tion continues to erode as evidenced by co- China in Taiwan. in 1908, teachers from the Notre Dame Sis- ordinated insurgent attacks on heavily for- One hundred years ago, on October 10th, ters. The parish later added a sister’s resi- tified U.S. and NATO compounds just this 1911, under the inspiration of Dr. Sun Yat- dence in 1934, built a new school in 1950, week. The Taliban still finds safe haven in Sen, the Republic of China began by throwing erected a new church in 1955 and new rectory the tribal wilderness of Pakistan and the ISI off the bonds of the Wuchang dynasty in order in 1968. In 1990, a new social hall and gym- actively funds terrorist groups. to create the first Republic in Asia. This year nasium were constructed and named Rappe Given these and other concerns on the the Republic of China (Taiwan) celebrates the Hall, in honor of Bishop Amadeus Rappe. ground in Afghanistan, I continue to be puz- centennial of its National Independence Day, zled why you, the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Most recently, in 2001, St. Michael completed also known as ‘‘Double Ten Day’’. an interior renovation of the current church on Secretary Clinton are not supporting the Af/ The United States and Taiwan not only Pak Study Group idea in the same manner Chestnut Road. that Secretary Rumsfeld and other Bush ad- share a similar story of self-determination but The St. Michael congregation will celebrate ministration officials supported the ISG. we continue to maintain a strong and vital its 160th anniversary in conjunction with the Having the experience of serving on the ISG friendship. The people of Taiwan have made annual Feast of St. Michael. This year’s cele- and now serving as Secretary of Defense with clear through the years, their appreciation and bration will include an Oktoberfest dinner, ar- a Democratic president (who I acknowledge gratitude for the support the United States has cade games, and donations will be collected inherited the war in Afghanistan), you are in provided Taiwan through the decades. This for both the St. Michael School Student Coun- a unique position to make this group a re- friendship has been evidenced through invest- cil’s ‘‘Jeans for January’’ drive and St. Vincent ality. The authorization and funding for the ment and economic development, through cul- Af/Pak Study Group in the House-passed De- DePaul Society’s Food Pantry. fense Appropriations bill gives you the au- tural and social exchanges, and even through Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me thority to create this group today. the military support shared between our two in honoring the 160 years of service that St. I have to tell you that I continue to be dis- peoples. Taiwan has stood with the United Michael Catholic Church has provided to the appointed that your staff has yet to contact States to combat global terrorism; and the parishioners of Independence, Ohio. former Ambassador Peter Tomsen to discuss people of Taiwan have always given gener- f his book, The Wars of Afghanistan. His book ously in our greatest times of need. Through- provides insightful information on the tribal out the past ten decades we have become not PERSONAL EXPLANATION structure of both Afghanistan and Pakistan just allies, but great friends. and the political allegiances that underlie As the Republic of China (Taiwan) enters ´ all actions in the region. I believe his knowl- HON. ANDRE CARSON into her second century of democracy, it is just edge and experience in this region would be OF INDIANA as important that the United States stand with invaluable in formatting future policy in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES South Asia. I respectfully ask again, please her 23 million citizens to face the challenges take advantage of his work and meet with of the next hundred years. Surely there will be Friday, September 23, 2011 him as soon as possible. struggles, political and economic, at home and Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, due Leon, I don’t have the answers on Afghani- abroad. As we continue to engage other na- to a previous commitment, I unavoidably stan. Perhaps current U.S. strategy is the tions around the globe, we must remember missed two votes. Had I been present, I would best way forward. But we owe it to the men that in our Taiwanese friends we have a na- and women in uniform who have served and have voted ‘‘nay’’ on passage of rollcall 725, continue to serve there—some paying the ul- tion ready to stand with us in the effort to pro- and ‘‘nay’’ on passage of rollcall 726. timate sacrifice—to know definitively. I con- mote freedom, tolerance, and democracy. f tinue to believe that fresh eyes from outside On this very special day, the United States government focused on assessing the situa- joins with the Taiwanese people to recognize REED COLLEGE CENTENNIAL tion is the prudent action to take. I ask that the sacrifice of those who made Double Ten you take the advice of those who support an Day possible so many years ago, and we reaf- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER Af/Pak Study Group, including Jim Dobbins, firm that our friendship remains steadfast. I OF OREGON General Charles Krulak, Ryan Crocker, who ask my colleagues to please join me in ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I spoke with prior to his appointment as am- tending to President Ma Ying-jeou the good bassador to Afghanistan, and other promi- Friday, September 23, 2011 nent Americans with experience in this re- wishes of the United States House of Rep- gion. resentatives on this centennial anniversary. Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, this year I believe it would be a sign of strength to f one of the nation’s top liberal arts colleges in appoint a study group and let the American the heart of my Congressional District in Port- IN HONOR OF THE 160TH ANNIVER- people know that the administration is will- land, Oregon is celebrating its centennial. SARY OF ST. MICHAEL CHURCH ing to examine all possible policies to Reed College began its first classes in 1911 achieve a successful outcome in this trou- with 50 students—26 men and 24 women— bled region. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Best wishes. and five faculty members and has grown to OF OHIO 1,400 students and 135 faculty. Committed to Sincerely, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FRANK R. WOLF, intellectual rigours and academic freedom, Member of Congress. Friday, September 23, 2011 Reed has served as a groundbreaking model f Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in for liberal arts colleges over the past 100 honor of the 160th anniversary of St. Michael years. CENTENNIAL ANNIVERSARY OF Catholic Church in Independence, Ohio. Reed’s commitment to academic excellence THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA (TAI- St. Michael Catholic Church was founded in is reflected in the student body and faculty. All WAN) 1851 when Bishop Amadeus Rappe commis- students are expected to complete an original sioned Father Nicholas Roupp to begin cele- work in a major subject area—a senior thesis. HON. DAN BURTON brating Mass in Independence, Ohio. There A higher percentage of Reed graduates go on OF INDIANA had recently been an influx in the area of to earn Ph.Ds across fields than do graduates IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Catholic Swiss and German immigrants. After of all but three other U.S. colleges and univer- operating for several decades as a mission sities. Students regularly win Fulbright, Wat- Friday, September 23, 2011 church, in 1888, the Cleveland Catholic Dio- son, National Science Foundation, and other Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, the cese raised the community to parochial status fellowships, and the faculty has received na- United States is familiar with its own stories of and Father Peter Scerer became St. Michael’s tional recognition for its commitment to teach- brave men and women who fought to break first pastor. After two pastors in just a couple ing. the bonds of tyranny and form a new democ- of years, St. Michael Parish reverted back to While ‘‘Reedies’’—as students call them- racy. The walls of this chamber and the sur- a mission and was served by the Jesuit Fa- selves—are widely known for studying—sleep- rounding Capitol complex remind us daily of thers of St. Mary Parish. ing—and studying some more, they engage in our proud history. But I want to share with you Throughout the 20th Century, St. Michael a broad range of campus and civic activities. today the story of another like minded group Parish experienced many renovations and ex- One such tradition dates back to 1913 and is

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.005 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 23, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1703 known as Canyon Day, in which students and clean energy technology to create jobs and in- length and breadth of this country, allowing all community members come together to clean vest in a 21st century economy and oppose Americans to live longer, healthier lives. There up and restore the ecosystem of the natural this bill. is a tendency to take the steady air quality im- canyon and creek that meanders through f provements our country has made for granted. campus. In the course of my trade duties on the Ways It is said the true mark of a Reed education TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY and Means Committee, I have visited many is not conventional success, but a certain ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE countries. I’ve been to foreign cities where the ‘‘quality of thought, curiosity, and willingness NATION ACT OF 2011 air is so thick with smog that some days you to challenge received wisdom.’’ For a hundred can’t see buildings that are just a few blocks SPEECH OF years Reed has remained a hallmark of rig- away. The air is hard to breathe because it is orous scholarship and intellectual pursuit. I am HON. RUSH D. HOLT thick with ozone and particulate pollution. This honored to represent this distinguished institu- OF NEW JERSEY is not what we want here in America. tion and look forward to celebrating future IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The legislation before the House today has landmark occasions. many shortcomings. I especially object to the Thursday, September 22, 2011 f provisions of this bill that delay two important The House in Committee of the Whole Clean Air rules. The bill would delay the Mer- MOTION TO CONCUR House on the state of the Union had under cury and Air Toxics Standards Rule as well as consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require the Cross-State Air Pollution Rule until at least analyses of the cumulative and incremental HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN impacts of certain rules and actions of the 2013, and very likely much longer than that OF CALIFORNIA Environmental Protection Agency, and for since the bill eliminates all statutory and court- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES other purposes: ordered deadlines for both rules. Thursday, September 22, 2011 Mr. HOLT. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to Congress ordered EPA to take action to curb mercury and other air toxics 21 years Mr. WAXMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise in op- the TRAIN Act. This misguided legislation would undermine the Environmental Protection ago, and more than two decades later we’re position to H.R. 2608, the Continuing Resolu- still waiting for action. This is particularly a tion for the 2012 fiscal year. Agency’s ability to enforce the Clean Air Act and significantly limit the federal government’s problem in the Great Lakes region. Mercury is This year, our country has faced perhaps thrown into the air by coal-burning power the worst string of natural disasters in a gen- ability to ensure that the air we breathe is safe and pollution-free. plants hundreds of miles away and bio- eration. Flooding in the Upper Midwest and accumulates in Great Lakes fish. Mercury is Northeast, tornadoes in the Midwest and Some in the Majority have used the title of this legislation to refer to EPA’s so-called reg- especially a health risk for pregnant women Southeast and wildfires in Texas have caused and infants because exposure to mercury has an estimating $35 billion in property damage ulatory train wreck. Well, the TRAIN Act amounts to a wrecking ball for public health been linked to nervous system damage. in 2011. These disasters are yet another indi- The cost of further delay of the Mercury and cation that our burning of dirty fossil fuels is protections. Sadly, the TRAIN Act is the latest in a long Air Toxics Rule is high. For each year we causing our climate to change, resulting in delay, there will be up to an additional 17,000 more frequent and destructive severe weather line of bills from the majority that puts big pol- luters before the health and safety of the premature deaths; 11,000 non-fatal heart at- events. tacks; 120,000 cases of aggravated asthma, The government has a responsibility to aid American people. From the Dirty Air Act that would remove EPA’s statutory authority to reg- and 12,200 hospital and emergency room vis- the victims of these events by funding cleanup its. The Republican leadership of the House and recovery efforts. But the Continuing Reso- ulate carbon pollution to legislation that re- moves accountability for offshore drilling oper- appears to be comfortable with continued in- lution that we are considering today pays for action on air toxics. I am not. We should vote disaster relief by slashing funding for an im- ations, the majority seems intent on rolling back programs that preserve our environment, this bill down. portant clean energy technology program—un- f dercutting the very solutions that are an es- protect our public health, and grow our econ- sential part of combating the causes of climate omy. IN HONOR OF SISTER MAUREEN change and building a clean energy, 21st cen- For forty years the Clean Air Act has been DOYLE, OSU tury economy. successful in protecting public health and pre- This kind of reasoning could make sense venting deaths from respiratory disease be- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH only in Washington. It makes as much sense cause it was written to follow science as science evolved. The success of the Clean Air OF OHIO as cutting vaccine funding to pay the costs of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a measles outbreak, or cutting funds for aerial Act is because its regulations are based in fire retardant chemical stocks in order to pay science. Legislators shouldn’t pretend to be Friday, September 23, 2011 for the horrific fires in Texas. scientists. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in In addition, this program, the Advanced I urge my colleagues to vote no on this bill. honor of Sister Maureen Doyle, who is being Technology Vehicles Manufacturing Program f recognized for 25 years of service as the di- (ATVM), has already created jobs for over TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY rector of the Urban Community School. 40,000 Americans. The Center for Automotive ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE Sister Maureen Doyle was born and raised Research credited the program with bringing NATION ACT OF 2011 in the Cleveland area. She is an Ursuline Sis- the production of the Ford Focus, a vehicle ter of Cleveland. Sister Maureen earned her that gets 40 miles-per-gallon, from Mexico to SPEECH OF undergraduate degree in elementary education Detroit. If Congress simply leaves ATVM from St. John College of Cleveland and a alone, it will create employment opportunities HON. SANDER M. LEVIN Masters of Education from Boston College. for another 35,000 to 40,000 Americans in the OF MICHIGAN She began her career as an educator in 1973 heart of the manufacturing belt, by the end of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and has worked for St. Charles School, St. the year. Thursday, September 22, 2011 Ann School, St. Clare School and is currently In the past, Congress has always come to serving in her 26th year as the director of The House in Committee of the Whole the aid of those affected by disaster by paying House on the state of the Union had under Urban Community School, UCS. for federal recovery efforts without conditions. consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require Under Sister Maureen’s leadership, UCS The Bush Administration requested supple- analyses of the cumulative and incremental has thrived at providing an individualized, mental emergency disaster funding on eight impacts of certain rules and actions of the Catholic/Christian, quality education to the occasions, and each time Congress agreed, Environmental Protection Agency, and for children of Cleveland’s Near West Side neigh- often passing these measures with large bi- other purposes: borhoods; primarily to those who, otherwise, partisan majorities. Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposition to might not have access to such an education. This time should be no different. This dis- the TRAIN Act and urge the House to reject In 1987, during her first year as director, UCS aster relief offset should be removed. This is it. was the first school in Cleveland to receive the not the way we care for our fellow Americans The Clean Air Act is one of this nation’s Excellence in Education Award from the U.S. in a disaster. We’re better than that. I urge my most important laws. Over the last 40 years, Department of Education. In 2005, Sister colleagues to support continued funding for it has greatly reduced pollution across the Maureen led UCS’ transition to a new, larger

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to from John Carroll University and the Irish congratulate the people of Taiwan as they cel- Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Good Fellowship Award. ebrate their Centennial National Day. The day acknowledge September as Childhood Obesity In addition to her work with UCS, Sister is also to commemorate the 1911 Wuchang Awareness Month. Increasing awareness of Maureen is an active member of the Greater Uprising, a milestone of China’s development this pervasive problem can help curb the in- Cleveland community. She has been involved and a new chapter which led to the end of the crease in this epidemic and help families and with the Boys & Girls Club, City Club of Cleve- Qing Dynasty. children make better choices in the foods they land, Laurel School and St. Ignatius High This National Day allows the people of Tai- eat and their overall lifestyle. Over the past three decades, the rate of School. Currently, Sister Maureen is a mem- wan to gather together and celebrate their childhood obesity has risen to crisis propor- ber of the Education Committee for the Cleve- shared heritage, and provide them the unique tions. According to the Centers for Disease land Museum of Art and Greater Cleveland opportunity to honor their past and present Control and Prevention, 32 percent of children Habitat for Humanity. culture and achievements. Following President are overweight, 16 percent are obese, and 11 Ma Ying-jeou’s annual address, there will be a Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me percent are extremely obese. In some racial parade of floats from 10 counties and various in honoring Sister Maureen Doyle as she is and ethnic groups, in low-income populations, government agencies. A series of cultural ac- recognized for her contributions to the Cleve- and among recent immigrants, the rates of tivities and exhibitions, including a nationwide land’s Near West Side community as director obesity among children and youth are alarm- design competition and movie festival will be of the Urban Community School. ingly high. featured along with a traditional puppet dis- The health consequences for these children play. f are very serious. They are at much greater The historic ties between the United States risk of developing diabetes, heart disease, and Taiwan run deep, and they continue to RECOGNIZING BRENDA WELBURN high blood pressure, asthma, and other dis- unite us. I hope our nation will continue its ef- eases than their non-obese peers. Many chil- forts to promote educational and cultural ex- dren are subjected to ridicule and bullying that changes so that younger generations may HON. JARED POLIS damages their emotional well-being. Beyond enjoy and continue the legacy of our important OF COLORADO the tragic consequences for the children them- relationship. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES selves are the effects on the American econ- I look forward working together to deepen omy. Obese children are at risk of growing Friday, September 23, 2011 our relationship, and I wish the families cele- into obese adults who do not participate fully brating this occasion a safe and happy holi- in the workforce because of employment dis- Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- day. crimination, lost productivity due to illness and ognize the retirement of Brenda Welburn as disability, and premature death. If the child- the Executive Director of the National Associa- f hood obesity epidemic continues at its current tion of State Boards of Education (NASBE). NATIONAL DAY OF REMEMBRANCE rate, conditions related to type 2 diabetes, Throughout Brenda’s outstanding career FOR MURDER VICTIMS such as blindness, coronary artery disease, with NASBE, she dedicated herself to sup- stroke, and kidney failure, may become com- porting not only state policymakers across the mon conditions of middle age. Health care 50 states but, more importantly, students all HON. TED POE costs for this population are likely to rise to an across the country. OF TEXAS extent we are only now beginning to appre- Brenda spent many years at the helm of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ciate. NASBE, serving as a critical resource for state Friday, September 23, 2011 As a nation, we need to make sure that our young people receive a consistent message policymakers elected and appointed to State Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on Sunday, that encourages them to adopt healthful eating Boards of Education. During my six years of September 25th we recognize the National patterns; helps them to understand their nutri- service on the Colorado State Board, Brenda Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims. tional needs; and teaches them healthy life- and NASBE were instrumental in supporting Murder extinguishes the hopes and dreams style choices, especially relating to physical me and all of the board in our universally of tens of thousands of victims each year, and shared goal of improving public education. I activity. an untold number of fellow Americans now We can, and we simply must, make ad- will never forget how we worked together to live, daily, with the absence of a loved one. implement the requirements of No Child Left dressing childhood obesity a national priority. Murder affects each and every one of us, Behind and to integrate its requirements with Not only must we help the children who are al- and every community nationwide. Colorado’s education accountability systems. ready affected, we must not fail to protect an- We must all work diligently to prevent the vi- With Brenda’s help, we managed to navigate other generation. Health is more than the ab- olence that destroys lives and devastates fam- school finance decisions while communicating sence of physical or mental illness—it is also ilies. the benefits of public school choice, such as the extent to which children and youth have A National Day of Remembrance for Murder online learning and charter schools, and con- the capacity to reach their full potential. Victims offers Americans the opportunity to necting traditional K–12 programs with college f honor the memories of murder victims and and careers. recognize the impact of murder on surviving REAFFIRMING THE STRONG U.S.- Throughout her remarkable tenure at family members and friends. ISRAEL PARTNERSHIP IN PUR- NASBE, Brenda has served as a steady and A join victim service programs, criminal jus- SUIT OF LASTING MIDDLE EAST thoughtful leader, actively assisting state tice officials, and concerned citizens through- PEACE board members across the country. Her influ- out America to remember the tragedy of mur- ence has been felt coast to coast, and be- der, honor the courage of survivors, and vow HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO cause of her steadfast commitment to estab- to do whatever we can to help survivors re- lishing and maintaining effective education OF ILLINOIS build their lives. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES policies, children across the country have On the National Day of Remembrance for been given a greater chance to succeed. Murder Victims we reaffirm this Nation’s com- Friday, September 23, 2011 Brenda, we will miss you, but we thank you mitment to respect as well as support crime Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to for your dedicated service and congratulate victims’ rights and needs throughout the year; oppose Palestine’s bid for statehood at the you on your retirement. And that’s just the way it is. United Nations (U.N.) and to encourage the

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23SE8.008 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 23, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1705 Palestinian leadership to pursue a peace SUPPORT OF NATIONAL HISPANIC He was awarded a Purple Heart, Bronze Star agreement with Israel through direct negotia- HERITAGE MONTH FROM SEP- and a Good Conduct Medal among several tions, as they have demonstrated their willing- TEMBER 15-OCTOBER 15, 2011, other military honors. ness to do before. RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF A hard worker, a proud and brave Amer- LIEUTENANT COLONEL ALFRED ican, and a loving son, Private First Class Lasting peace is possible only if an agree- RASCON AND THE 41 MEN OF Brett Wood leaves behind his beloved parents, ment is accepted by the Israeli and Palestinian HISPANIC HERITAGE WHO HAVE Malissa and Chris Frye and Mitchell and An- people—it must not be forced on either side. BEEN AWARDED THE MEDAL OF gela Wood. He is survived by his adored I have continually shared this message with HONOR brothers Nikk Wood, Brandon Wood and Cory my colleagues in Congress and the inter- Poland and dearly loved sister Amber Poland. national community, most recently by urging HON. ROSCOE G. BARTLETT His grandparents, Charles and Evelyn Wood members of the European Union to stand with and Jim and Sandy Corns will long remember the U.S. and Israel in opposing Palestine’s OF MARYLAND IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES him. unilateral action at the United Nations. Private First Class Brett Wood made the ul- Friday, September 23, 2011 All citizen in the region deserve a peaceful timate sacrifice for his country in Operation and prosperous future and I am hopeful Mr. BARTLETT. Mr. Speaker, as we cele- Enduring Freedom. To his fellow soldiers, his progress will be made. However, the U.S. will brate National Hispanic Heritage Month, I want family and friends, and to everyone who knew not ignore the serious security threat that to salute Army Lieutenant Colonel Alfred and loved him, he was a dedicated member of faces Israel. The path to peace lies in working Rascon of Laurel, Maryland, one of the 41 his community who answered the higher call- together, not exploiting differences. I will stand men of Hispanic heritage who have received ing to serve his country. Mr. Speaker, during his lifetime, Brett Ever- with Israel to support peace through direct ne- our military’s highest award for valor, the ett Wood enriched the lives of everyone gotiations and urge Palestine to embrace this Medal of Honor. around him by employing energy, leadership, approach. Alfred Rascon was born in Mexico, but joined the Army after graduating from high and courage in everything he set out to do. As school in California. He explained, ‘‘I volun- we bid farewell to this exceptional individual, I f teered to join the military and serve in Vietnam am reminded that freedom does indeed exact IN RECOGNITION OF THE GRAND [before I became a citizen] because I was al- a heavy price and I ask my colleagues to join OPENING OF THE BLIND REHA- ways an American in my heart.’’ me in remembering and honoring his contribu- BILITATION UNIT AT THE While serving as a medic, Rascon’s recon- tions and years of devoted service to his com- CLEVELAND VETERAN AFFAIRS naissance platoon came under fierce enemy munity and our country. MEDICAL CENTER attack in thick jungle on March 16, 1966. f Rascon repeatedly used his own body as a 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE shield against withering fire and saved the REPUBLIC OF CHINA—OR TAIWAN HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH lives of two wounded buddies and tried in vain to save the life of a third. Despite wounds OF OHIO from gunfire, shrapnel and a grenade explo- HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sion in his face, he raced into a hail of bullets and recovered an M–60 machine gun and am- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, September 23, 2011 munition. That action turned the tide of the en- Friday, September 23, 2011 counter and may well have saved the lives of Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, October 10 Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in his entire platoon. Rascon refused evacuation recognition of the grand opening of the new marks the 100th Anniversary of The Republic before other injured buddies. of China—or Taiwan. I urge my colleagues to Blind Rehabilitation Center at the Louis Stokes Alfred Rascon served two more combat Cleveland Veteran Affairs Medical Center, join me in recognizing this important occasion. tours in Vietnam and also served additional The partnership between the United States VAMC, on September 26, 2011. tours since 2001 in Iraq and Afghanistan. He and Taiwan is vital within the international The Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical continues to serve our country speaking to our community. Both of our countries benefit from Center is dedicated to the quality care of all youth. America is blessed by generations of a robust trading relationship, and the support veterans. It is the fifth largest VA in the coun- immigrant Medal of Honor recipients like Al- that Taiwan has shown the United States in try and serves close to 95,000 veterans annu- fred Rascon. They are heroes who sacrificed times of need cannot be overlooked. ally. The Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical themselves to save the lives of others and put In recognizing the centennial of Taiwan, we Center was the first VA to receive disease their newly adopted country above their own are also recognizing the numerous cultural specific accreditation for Inpatient Diabetes self-interest. There is no greater love than a and political accomplishments of this proud Care in 2007 and has also received a special man lay down his life for a friend. nation. Within Taiwan, we see a flourishing commendation by the American College of f democracy—where free speech and political Surgeons as a Certified Comprehensive Can- HONORING BRETT EVERETT WOOD discourse are encouraged—and applaud the cer Program. perseverance of those who have worked to protect the civil rights of the Taiwanese peo- According to the Department of Veterans Af- HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER ple. fairs, there are approximately 157,000 Vet- OF MICHIGAN I ask that my colleagues join me in recog- erans who are legally blind and more than one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nizing the accomplishments Taiwan has made million more suffer from low vision. On Sep- Friday, September 23, 2011 over the past 100 years, and that we will all tember 26, 2011, the Cleveland VAMC will continue to foster the important relationship Mr. MCCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise celebrate the grand opening of their new Blind that exists between the United States and one Rehabilitation Center, BRC. The 28,000 to honor Brett Everett Wood, a courageous and noble soldier, who died on September 9, of our most important Asian allies. square-foot, 15-inpatient-bed BRC will care for f blind and low-vision Veterans from Ohio, 2011 at the age of 19. Army Private First Pennsylvania, Michigan, West Virginia and Class Wood laid down his life when insurgents TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY attacked his unit with an improvised explosive Kentucky. In addition to working with Veterans ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE device in Kandahar Province, Afghanistan. to regain their independence and quality of NATION ACT OF 2011 A 2010 graduate of Owen Valley High life, the BRC will offer support to the Veterans’ School who enlisted shortly after his high SPEECH OF families, helping them better understand visual school graduation, Private Wood was as- HON. STENY H. HOYER impairment and providing support that will re- signed to the 1st Battalion, 5th Infantry Regi- OF MARYLAND duce caregiver burden. ment, 1st Stryker Brigade Combat Team, 25th IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Infantry Division based in Fort Wainwright, in recognizing the grand opening of the Louis Alaska. Private First Class Wood had recently Thursday, September 22, 2011 Stokes Cleveland Veteran Affairs Medical returned to active duty after recovering from The House in Committee of the Whole Center’s new Blind Rehabilitation Center. head wounds suffered in a previous IED blast. House on the state of the Union had under

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:07 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.016 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1706 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 23, 2011 consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require ommendation was between 60 and 70 ppb, ment legislation to bring the federal hiring analyses of the cumulative and incremental which would have avoided up to 8,000 pre- process in-line with private sector best prac- impacts of certain rules and actions of the mature deaths; 3,800 nonfatal heart attacks; tices by: Environmental Protection Agency, and for Requiring agencies and departments to de- other purposes: and 40,000 asthma attacks every year. The science is clear. velop a comprehensive strategic workforce Mr. HOYER. Mr. Chair, for decades public By invoking the industry fake argument that plan focused on hiring, recruitment, skills defi- health has been the basis for how we enact pulling back the update will help the economy, ciencies and potential process reforms; emissions standards. The bill before us today, the Obama Administration has chosen to act Moving the federal government to a resume- the TRAIN Act, represents a view of environ- in contravention of the Clean Air Act, which and cover letter-based application system; mental protection that is simply off the rails. clearly prohibits consideration of costs in set- Shortening the federal hiring process to an Initially drafted to study the effect of new ting the standards designed to protect public average of 80 days after a vacancy has been and proposed clean air rules, it has troublingly health. posted; morphed into a bill blocking action on them in- Everyone has a right to clean air. This abdi- Better integrating hiring managers into all definitely. First, it would prohibit the EPA from cation of responsibility affects millions of stages of the hiring process and providing finalizing its rule to reduce mercury emissions. Americans every day, with every breath. It dis- them with greater flexibility in final decisions; This rule had its origin in the 1990 Clean Air proportionately affects the most vulnerable and Act, which passed this House with a strong bi- among us, like children, the elderly, and the ill. Requiring government wide data collection partisan vote of 401–25. An American Lung The story of the ozone rule is aptly told by and reporting on the efficacy of the hiring Association study earlier this year found that Verna Riffe Biemel, a constituent of mine. She process. today 70 percent of Republicans still support said: This legislation has a long, bipartisan his- stricter limits on mercury. Second, the TRAIN ‘‘On Aug. 4, 2010, my mother succumbed to tory—in 2009, Senators AKAKA and VOINOVICH Act would prevent the implementation of new lung disease, pulmonary fibrosis. I vividly re- authored similar legislation in the Senate. In rules protecting communities from pollutants member the difficulty she had breathing on 2010, President Obama recognized the tre- drifting over from out-of-state. bad air days. In fact, during her last year, she mendous personnel challenges facing federal Clean air regulations are ultimately invest- couldn’t go outside at all on those days and agencies and issued Improving the Federal ments in our economy. They save us hun- felt the difference inside. No one likes to see Recruitment and Hiring Process, a Presidential dreds of billions of dollars each year in health a loved one struggle to breathe. No one Memorandum on federal hiring reform that in- costs from associated lung ailments. Even fur- should have to fight for clean air. Congress cludes some of the elements in our legislation. ther, they incentivize the growth of clean tech- owes the American public the opportunity to The Senate unanimously passed the Akaka- nologies that will help us remain competitive breathe clean air.’’ Voinovich Federal Hiring Process Improve- and increase our innovation and manufac- She is right. If the President won’t do it, ment Act in the previous Congress, only to turing strength here in America. Congress should. watch it die in the House. While I oppose this bill overall, Congress- f Enactment of a substantive, bipartisan hiring men CONNOLLY and MCNERNEY have pro- reform bill is long past due. Our legislation posed amendments that would refocus the bill INTRODUCING THE HIRING PROC- seeks to codify and build upon the Administra- where Congress’s attention belongs—job cre- ESS IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2011 tion’s memorandum, while ensuring an un- ation. Their amendments would support precedented level of transparency in and over- Democrats’ Make It in America plan by study- HON. JOHN P. SARBANES sight of the federal hiring process. The Wash- ing the job-creating effects of pollution con- OF MARYLAND ington Post called on Congress to pass the trols. Additionally, Congresswoman RICHARD- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Federal Hiring Process Improvement Act in a SON’s amendment would prevent a cut in the July 2011 editorial, arguing that ‘‘today’s anti- Friday, September 23, 2011 program reauthorized just last year by voice quated hiring practices are thwarting a genera- vote that supports American-made technology Mr. SARBANES. Mr. Speaker, in the coming tion of inspired public servants in the making.’’ to reduce diesel bus exhaust. decade, close to 50% of the federal workforce I would like to take this opportunity to thank Now is not the time to debate the environ- will be eligible to retire, making the develop- Senator AKAKA for his tremendous leadership mental protections supported overwhelmingly ment of the next generation of federal workers on federal hiring and recruitment issues and to and on a bipartisan basis, which carry tangible even more vital. Yet, as federal agencies thank the Partnership for Public Service for health and economic benefits. Instead we struggle to recruit and retain the next genera- their advocacy in support of hiring reform. should be focusing on serious steps to get tion of public servants, we continue to force Whether it is a firefighter saving lives, an more Americans back to work. hiring managers and prospective candidates to agent protecting our borders, a scientist pio- f navigate an out-dated and bureaucratic hiring neering new research, or a nurse caring for process that deters the best and brightest our veterans, we owe it to taxpayers and the NATIONAL AMBIENT AIR QUALITY from pursuing careers in public service. next generation of public servants to build a STANDARD UNDER THE CLEAN In short, the Federal hiring process is bro- better hiring process and to ensure that those AIR ACT ken. Despite increased pressure from the Ad- with the desire to serve our country are able ministration to improve hiring and recruitment to do so. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH processes: [From the Washington Post, July 3, 2011] OF OHIO Many federal agencies still take as long as THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT IS STILL TOO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 200 days from the date of a vacancy to hire— SLOW TO HIRE delays that compromise federal recruitment, Friday, September 23, 2011 Less lucrative compensation and benefits jeopardize government operations and waste aren’t the only factors turning thousands of Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, yesterday we taxpayer dollars. promising college graduates away from pub- learned that, according to Environment Ohio, The hiring process at federal agencies in- lic service. The hiring process for employ- the Cleveland Lorain Elyria area has the 14th volves as many as 110 discrete steps and ment in the federal government also remains smoggiest air among all large metropolitan more than 45 hand-offs between managers, impossibly long, and many recent alumni areas in the U.S. Only a few weeks ago, the just aren’t financially equipped to wait it administrative officers and HR specialists. out. President announced he would prevent an up- In some agencies, hiring managers are re- More than a year ago, President Obama date of the rule designed to reduce smog. The quired to select from the three highest-rated launched what the administration called a American people deserve clean air. candidates selected by HR specialists, making ‘‘comprehensive initiative to address major, The Bush Administration failed to update it impossible for managers to play a role in re- long-standing impediments to recruiting and National Ambient Air Quality Standard cruiting their own staff. hiring the best and the brightest into the (NAAQS) under the Clean Air Act for ozone Rather than base initial screening decisions federal civilian workforce.’’ Mr. Obama di- pollution until 2006, when a standard was on applicants’ resume and cover letter, can- rected the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) to institute reforms—dubbed the issued which was much less protective of pub- didates for federal employment must provide Pathway Programs—to streamline hiring for lic health than his scientific advisory board lengthy, essay-style responses about the ap- students as well as recent graduates. As The recommended; 75 parts per billion (ppb) of plicants’ knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs). Post reported then, ‘‘Management Director ozone, an air pollutant that is hazardous to That is why I have joined Senator AKAKA in John Berry drew a rousing ovation’’ when fragile lung tissue. The scientific advisors’ rec- authoring this common-sense, good govern- the agency announced it was replacing

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.020 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 23, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1707 cumberson ‘‘skills essays’’ with re´sume´- moting bilateral relations and in extending best Military Funeral Honors Program. The Maine based applications. wishes for continued success in his future en- Army National Guard Military Funeral Honors Despite the initiative, many federal agen- deavors. Program offers the military honors that are cies still take as long as 200 days from the date of a vacancy to hire. While Christine f now an entitlement to all honorably discharged veterans. Griffin, deputy director of OPM, told Senate TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY panel last month that the OPM efforts had The rendering of Military Funeral Honors is ‘‘systemically overhauled’’ the process and ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE a way to show the Nation’s deep gratitude to made the USAJOBS Web site more ‘‘efficient NATION ACT OF 2011 those who, in times of war and peace, have and user-friendly,’’ other experts disagreed. faithfully defended our country. This ceremo- The dean of Harvard’s Kennedy School of SPEECH OF nial paying of respect is the final demonstra- Government and the director of the National HON. STEPHEN LEE FINCHER tion a grateful Nation can provide to the vet- Association of Schools of Public Affairs con- erans’ families. tended that the government continues to OF TENNESSEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Established in 2003, the Maine Army Na- drives away a majority of graduate degree tional Guard Military Funeral Honors Program holders. Thursday, September 22, 2011 This failing couldn’t come at a worse time: serves the veterans of Maine with honor and The government will face its largest wave of The House in Committee of the Whole respect. The soldiers who make up the Fu- employee retirements in the next five years, House on the state of the Union had under neral Honors Program are of the highest cal- and critical posts in fields such as national consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require iber that Maine has to offer and deserve our security and science will need to be filled. analyses of the cumulative and incremental recognition. Luckily, there is a bipartisan answer. The impacts of certain rules and actions of the Mr. Speaker, please join me in thanking the Federal Hiring Process Improvement Act of Environmental Protection Agency, and for Maine Army National Guard Military Funeral other purposes: 2010, co-sponsored by Sen. Daniel Akaka (D– Honors Program for their outstanding service Hawaii) and then-Sen. George Voinovich (R– Mr. FINCHER. Mr. Chair, I come to the floor for Maine’s veterans and their families. Ohio), was passed unanimously by the Sen- this morning to discuss an issue important to f ate. The bill, intended to build on the presi- all American families living on a budget. dent’s directive, requires all agencies to RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISH- limit their hiring time to 80 days, inform job This Administration’s overreaching regula- candidates of their statuses in a timely man- tions placed on energy are causing increases MENTS OF JAKE DENHART ner, convert to a universal re´sume´ applica- to American families’ utility bills. tion and craft job descriptions as well as an- Families need certainty that their energy HON. DAN BURTON nouncements in plain writing. needs will be met and their energy costs will OF INDIANA The bill failed to pass the House, thanks to remain low. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lawmakers leery of affiliating themselves Which is why, I have introduced America’s Friday, September 23, 2011 with ‘‘federal hiring’’ legislation at a time Energy Independence Act, which prevents the when government spending is unpopular. But EPA from enforcing the Cross-State Air Pollu- Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise it makes no sense to punish recent college today to recognize the accomplishments of graduates for the excessive spending of the tion rule for 10 years to keep the cost of utili- ties low for families. one of my younger constituents—Jake past. Denhart, who at only 16 years old has exuded Mr. Akaka, who chairs the subcommittee As we all know, the Cross-State Air Pollu- on oversight of government management and tion rule finalized by the Environmental Protec- a true entrepreneurial spirit. For years, Jake the federal workforce, is lobbying anew for tion Agency on July 6, 2011, and will lead to has been working around his neighborhood, ratification of his proposed reform. negative increases in energy prices for fami- shoveling snow and mowing lawns for small His measure deserves support. It’s time for lies, job loss, with what benefit. fees. He even decided to give his business a the federal government to take the recruit- name, calling it ‘‘Innovative Solutions.’’ From ing of human resources as seriously as suc- This country needs to create a stable regu- latory environment, where the energy costs to what I understand, Jake has managed to put cessful private and nonprofit organizations away almost $20K in savings earned from the do. Today’s antiquated hiring practices are families is balanced with the benefit of the reg- thwarting a generation of inspired public ulation, allowing families to have certainty that work he has done over the years. Through his servants in the making. any new rules and regulations will have their hard work, he has also earned a high level of trust with his neighbors. f best interests in mind. Mr. Speaker, this rule was just recently up- Jake’s hard work was also reflected on the HONORING YASHAR ALIYEV dated in 2005. academic front when one of his teachers at Simply put, this regulation will have a signifi- Noblesville High School, Joe Toms, nominated HON. VIRGINIA FOXX cant negative economic impact of $2.4 billion him to participate in the Purdue Research OF NORTH CAROLINA dollars a year, a cost that will be passed to Park Entrepreneurship Academy, established IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES families across the country, including the by Purdue University. Jake was among the 50 students from the state of Indiana who was Friday, September 23, 2011 Eighth District of Tennessee. The bottom line is that the EPA’s Cross- chosen to participate, based on an essay, in Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to State Air Pollution rule will contribute to a re- the week-long academy. The purpose is to honor the distinguished service of His Excel- duction in energy outputs, and an increase to provide innovative math, science, and tech- lency Yashar Aliyev, Ambassador Extraor- families’ utility bills. nology-based business and life skills by hav- dinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of At a time when families are struggling to ing the students work in teams on a business Azerbaijan to the United States of America. make ends meet, the last action the Obama case. Throughout the week, they have the op- Mr. Aliyev is completing his term as Ambas- Administration should take is another multi-bil- portunity to interact with industry leaders and sador to the United States after five years of lion dollar regulation that kills jobs and in- successful entrepreneurs. The competing service. Before he accepted his assignment to crease costs. teams spend the week developing a business come to the United States in 2006, he served That is why I would like to thank the House plan to make an ‘‘investor pitch’’ to a panel of as Azerbaijan’s Permanent Representative to Committee on Energy and Commerce for in- judges. These students truly exude creativity, the United Nations. cluding the language of H.R. 2891. initiative, overall academic strength, and an in- Ambassador Aliyev has worked tirelessly f terest in concepts and concerns that are rel- and effectively to strengthen the strategic part- evant to entrepreneurship, which will carry nership between Azerbaijan and the United HONORING THE MAINE ARMY NA- them far as they embark on their future ca- States. TIONAL GUARD MILITARY FU- reers. Through frequent and productive commu- NERAL HONORS PROGRAM I am proud to represent such a young con- nications with the United States Congress, stituent who not only understands the value of Ambassador Aliyev has helped raise aware- HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD money, but also knows how to save it. Jake’s ness of the issues pertaining to Azerbaijan OF MAINE success is a measure of his strong work ethic, and foster mutual understanding between the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for which I commend him. I believe it is impor- peoples of the two countries. tant to remember stories like these in such try- I ask my colleagues to join me today in rec- Friday, September 23, 2011 ing economic times, which keep our spirits ognizing Ambassador Aliyev for his exemplary Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to alive—not only in Indiana, but throughout the service and valuable contributions to pro- recognize the Maine Army National Guard Nation.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.023 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1708 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 23, 2011 IN RECOGNITION OF THE 88TH AN- member of the free nations of the world, even included Daniel Black, Joe Bonadonna, Mark NUAL FEAST OF ST. WENCES- though it is burdened with particular and Canha, Ryan Fisher, and Noah Perio. The LAUS unique diplomatic challenges—challenges outfielders were lssac Galloway, Marcell which the Taiwanese people and government Ozuna, James Wooster, and Christian Yelich. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH have met with courage. Only one of those on the disabled list, Zachary OF OHIO On the occasion of the Republic of China’s Neal, made it onto the post-season roster, but the others contributed during the year and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Centennial National Day, I hope there can be renewed peaceful coexistence and co-pros- they included Kevin Cravey, Alan Oaks, Jay Friday, September 23, 2011 perity between Taiwan and the Chinese main- Rogers, Adam Veres, and Sean Watson. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in land. There have been many agreements Greensboro is one of the best-run minor recognition of the Czech Catholics of Greater reached between the two sides, including di- league teams in the entire United States and Cleveland’s 88th Annual Feast of St. Wences- rect air and sea links, increased mutual invest- it is because of an outstanding front office. laus on September 24, 2011 at Our Lady of ments, and regular negotiations over eco- This championship caliber group includes: Lourdes Parish. This year’s celebration will nomic and other substantial issues. Donald Moore, President/General Manager; also honor the 100th anniversary of the found- Also, I offer my congratulations to Taiwan Katie Dannemiller, Vice President, Baseball ing of Cleveland’s former Holy Family Parish. for its continued participation in the World Operations; Jimmy Kesler, CFO; Tim Vangel, St. Wenceslaus is the patron saint of the Health Assembly meetings last May in Geneva Assistant General Manager, Sales and Mar- Czech Republic. Every year, his feast day, and to its continuing commitment to safe- keting; Jake Holloway, Assistant General Man- September 28th, is celebrated by Czech com- guarding human rights and other universal val- ager, Head Groundskeeper; Erich Dietz, Direc- munities around the world. St. Wenceslaus ues. tor of Ticketing; Todd Olson, Sales Associate; was the leader of Old Bohemia during the Congratulations to the Republic of China. I Murray White, Sales Associate; Joey Burridge, early part of the 10th Century. During his ten- look forward to closer relations between the Sales Associate/Ticket Representative; ure as king, St. Wenceslaus took a vow of United States and Taiwan. Rosalee Brewer, Sales Associate; John Red- chastity and was devoted to his Christian faith. f head, Executive Director of Business Develop- Killed by his brother, St. Wenceslaus was later ment; Laura Damico, Director of Community canonized as a martyr of the Christian faith. THE COME-FROM-BEHIND and Event Development; Shawn Russell, Di- In addition to celebrating the Feast of St. GRASSHOPPERS WIN IT ALL rector of Promotions/Production; Amanda Wil- Wenceslaus, the 100th anniversary of the liams, Director of Creative Services; Yunhui founding of the former Holy Family Parish will HON. HOWARD COBLE Bradshaw, Director of Merchandise; Chad be recognized at this year’s celebration. Holy OF NORTH CAROLINA Green, Assistant Director of Stadium Oper- Family was founded on November 6, 1911 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ations; Kaid Musgrave, Assistant Groundskeeper; and Bob Perry, Clubhouse Di- after Father Rudolph Habrda noticed Bohe- Friday, September 23, 2011 mian families moving into Cleveland’s Wood- rector. land Hills neighborhood. Over the years, as Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, as Major League Championship Skipper Andy Haines was parishioners began to move to the suburbs, Baseball begins its post-season push, the pro- ably assisted by Pitching Coach Willie Glen the parish school merged with St. Cecilia, fessional minor leagues are concluding their and Hitting Coach Kevin Randel. The players Epiphany and St. Mary of Czestochowa to seasons. The citizens of the Sixth District of were kept in championship form all season form Mr. Pleasant Elementary School. In North Carolina are celebrating the first cham- long by Athletic Trainer Masa Fujimoto and 1988, the Holy Family Parish was closed. pionship since 1982 of the Greensboro Grass- Strength and Conditioning Coach Cody Clark. On behalf of the citizens of the Sixth District Our Lady of Lourdes Parish is one of only hoppers of the South Atlantic League. of North Carolina, we congratulate Greensboro two Czech congregations left in the Cleveland The Hoppers—as their fans affectionately Grasshoppers owners Cooper Brantley, Wes Catholic Diocese, along with St. John call them—were a dramatic, come-from-behind Elingburg and Len White and everyone affili- Nepomucene in Slavic Village. The Czech team all season. It took the final games of the ated with the Hoppers on providing its fans Catholics of Greater Cleveland will gather to- season for the Hoppers to even qualify for with so many dramatic moments during a gether on September 24th for mass and a post-season play. Greensboro split the first memorable season. All of us who love the celebration featuring the Hronek Czech Band. two games at home in the best-of-five cham- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me pionship series against the Savannah Sand Hoppers are basking in the glow of the first in recognition of the 88th Annual Feast of St. Gnats. When the series moved to Savannah, South Atlantic League Championship since Wenceslaus. I offer my best wishes to the the Hoppers lost game three to the Sand 1982. We may see some of today’s Grass- Czech Catholics of Greater Cleveland and all Gnats. It has been 11 years in the ‘‘Sally hoppers playing for the parent club—the Flor- those who attend this joyous celebration. League’’ since a team leading two-games-to- ida Marlins—in the near future, but none of us one failed to clinch the championship. With will forget the 2011 season when Greensboro f Savannah needing only one more win to cap- came from behind numerous times to win it TAIWAN CENTENNIAL NATIONAL ture the South Atlantic League title, the Hop- all. DAY pers were facing the end of their season, f when they pulled out a heart-stopping, 11-in- TRIBUTE TO DARRELL WALTRIP HON. THOMAS E. PETRI ning win to force a fifth and deciding game. Even in the championship game, Greens- OF WISCONSIN HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES boro fell behind 2–0 early before cruising to 7– 3 win to capture its first South Atlantic League OF TENNESSEE Friday, September 23, 2011 championship in almost three decades. Hop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I salute Taiwan on pers Manager Andy Haines told the Greens- Friday, September 23, 2011 its forthcoming Centennial National Day, also boro News & Record that he could not pick a Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, on this known as Double-10 Day, October 10, 2011. Most Valuable Player for the series. ‘‘There’s week when NASCAR’s Chase for the Cup be- The Republic of China on Taiwan is a no way I could name anyone,’’ Haines told the gins, I rise today to celebrate another land- model of success for Asia. For over six dec- newspaper. ‘‘We had a lot of guys contribute. mark achievement for a 3-time Cup winner ades now, the Taiwanese people have strug- It was someone different every night.’’ and resident of Tennessee’s 7th District who I gled to lift their island into the top ranks of the All of the Grasshoppers can be proud of the am truly privileged to call a good friend. Dar- world’s economies. The recently released regular season, along with the dramatic run to rell Waltrip will join the third class of inductees 2010 World Competitive Yearbook finds Tai- the title. Among those who were part of in the NASCAR Hall of Fame. wan to have the 8th most competitive econ- Greensboro’s first championship since 1982 Darrell was born and raised in Owensboro, omy among the 58 countries surveyed. included: pitchers Michael Brady, Alex Kentucky, but began making his mark as a Over the past year, the number of employed Caldera, Jordan Conley, Grant Dayton, James professional driver at the old Nashville Speed- people has increased and the unemployment Leverton, Miguel Mejia, Robert Morey, Greg- way in the 1970s. We are proud that Darrell rate has dropped to an enviable 5.17 percent. ory Nappo, Mike Ojala, Chris Shafer, Rett and his wife, Stevie call Franklin, Tennessee Even more important than its economic Varner, Kyle Winters, and Brett Zawacki. The home. achievements, Taiwan has developed into a catchers were Aaron Dudley, Wilfredo This much-deserved accolade caps D.W.’s strong and vibrant democracy. It is a valued Gimenez, and Jacob Realmuto. The infielders legendary career which included three

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23SE8.010 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 23, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1709 NASCAR Cup series championships, 84 Cup Mr. Speaker, in recognizing the many con- Therefore, Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at victories, the 1989 Daytona 500, and five-time tributions the National Association of Conven- this time for us to congratulate and applaud winner of The Coca-Cola 600. Darrell had 271 ience Stores has made to our Nation and to the proprietors and staff of Charles Krug Win- top-five finishes and 390 top-tens, not to men- our history, I join my colleagues in celebrating ery for their outstanding and ongoing work, tion 13 Grand National Series wins. He’s been the 50th anniversary of its founding. embodying and representing some of the best the American Driver of the Year three times, f that Napa Valley and California have to offer. the Auto Racing Digest Driver of the Year We wish them all much success in the future. HONORING CHARLES KRUG WIN- twice, and once NASCAR’s Driver of the Dec- ERY OF ST. HELENA, CALI- ade. f FORNIA We’ve seen him race the track, we now seen him announce the sport he loves, and IN RECOGNITION OF THE DAVID we look forward to watching him be enshrined HON. MIKE THOMPSON WEBSTER GREENER WAY TO into the NASCAR Hall of Fame. Mister Speak- OF CALIFORNIA WORK DAY er, I rise today to honor Darrell Waltrip on this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES great success and ask my colleagues to join Friday, September 23, 2011 HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH me in one hearty ‘‘Boogity, Boogity, Boogity’’. Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, OF OHIO Way to go, D.W. It’s another checkered flag I rise today in recognition of Charles Krug for you. Winery, Napa Valley’s oldest and most historic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f winemaking establishment, and among the re- Friday, September 23, 2011 gion’s most highly acclaimed and admired RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- firms. Charles Krug will be celebrating its Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- SARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE 150th anniversary this year and in so doing nize September 23, 2011, as the Cleveland NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CON- will salute the century and a half of rich tradi- Metropolitan Bar Association’s (CMBA) 3rd VENIENCE STORES tions and extraordinary wines cultivated under Annual ‘‘David Webster Greener Way to Work the esteemed brand. Day,’’ and to remember David Webster, legal HON. DORIS O. MATSUI In its long, storied history, Charles Krug has scholar, litigator, entrepreneur, and environ- OF CALIFORNIA played host to and benefitted greatly from the mentalist, who died at age 46 from cancer on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hard work and immense accomplishments of March 13, 2009, but whose achievements Friday, September 23, 2011 some of the most famous and brilliant Wine were many in his short life. Country luminaries. Among them were founder David Webster overcame alcoholism at a Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Charles Krug himself, Robert Mondavi, propri- young age and went on to sponsor others in commemorate the 50th anniversary of the etor Peter Mondavi, Sr., and the current recovery. He accomplished much and saw life founding of the National Association of Con- winemakers, brothers Peter, Jr., and Marc as an adventure. At Case Western Reserve venience Stores (NACS). Mondavi. Today, the winery produces a line of School of Law, he graduated magna cum Originally founded in 1961, today NACS super-premium and reserve wines, all made laude and was an editor of Law Review, represents more than 3,700 companies that with estate-grown, sustainably farmed fruit where he met his wife Beth. do business in more than 50 countries world- from each of Napa Valley’s esteemed sub-ap- Upon graduation from law school, David be- wide. pellations: St. Helena, Cameros, Howell Moun- The convenience retailing industry in Amer- came a commercial lawyer with broad experi- tain and Yountville. ence in matters involving banking, commodity ica generates $575 billion dollars in sales an- Charles Krug was the first outfit in the Napa trading, securities, technology, real estate, in- nually, in its more than 146,000-plus stores Valley to implement a handful of revolutionary tellectual property, and his passion, environ- across the country, and employs 1.73 million techniques and technologies including the use mental law. Merging his knowledge of com- Americans. The industry is growing steadily as of the cider press in 1858, the differentiation of modity trading and environmental law, he well—sales are more than 13 times higher product labels by vintage and varietal, the use founded INHALE, which later became the than what they were three decades ago. Cu- of glass-lined tanks and the use of French oak Clean Air Conservancy, an organization which mulatively, the U.S. convenience store indus- barrels in 1963. The winery’s estate vineyards worked within the manufacturing economy and try alone serves 160 million customers per have also been the sites of some historic inno- the commodities market to reduce air pollution day. vations in the field of viticulture. Krug was the It is convenience stores that keep America’s first vintner to purchase and develop vineyard by acquiring and retiring pollution allowances. motors running. Convenience stores sell 80 land in the Howell Mountain area of Napa Val- Outside Magazine dubbed the Clean Air Con- percent of all fuel sales in the country, and 80 ley. Peter Mondavi, Sr., avoided a costly re- servancy one of the 10 best small environ- percent of convenience stores sell gasoline. planting of the winery’s vineyards when he mental non-profits. While NACS boasts the membership of 49 bucked industry and rejected recommenda- David Webster was an aggressive litigator of the top 50 convenience store companies, tions to plant the AXR1 rootstock, which was who took on music giant Sony and won a the majority of its membership consists of later found to be vulnerable to industry-rav- judgment of more than $5 million for the late small, independent operators that own 10 aging phylloxera damage. More impressive Cleveland music producer Steve Popovich stores or less. More than half of convenience still, he was among the first vintners to de- over credit for Meatloaf’s hottest album, ‘‘Bat stores are owned by single-store operators. velop vineyards in and around Carneros, dem- out of Hell.’’ He was a founding partner of the NACS helps member retailers to grow their onstrating that Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and law firm Webster & Dubyak and was also ac- businesses, from research and marketing to Merlot wines made from the grapes of this tively involved in the Cuyahoga County Bar human resources and management. sub-appellation could reach high standards of Association, the Federal Bar Association, and NACS also helps to advocate for those quality. the American Bar Association. He was a driv- issues that are vital to these small business Though Charles Krug Winery emerged as ing force behind the merger of the Cuyahoga owners. From motor fuel policy, to prevention an early leader in the Napa Valley wine com- County and the Cleveland Bar Associations of tobacco sales to minors, to the provision of munity, the company’s commitment to serving and was the President-elect of the merged health care for its 1.73 million employees, the greater needs of the industry has always CMBA at the time of his passing. NACS is an industry leader in making sure been a constant. Krug founded the St. Helena Mr. Speaker and colleagues, today, we ob- their voices are heard. Viticultural Society in 1875, and assisted serve the 3rd Annual David Webster Greener Convenience stores provide a speed of shortly thereafter with the establishment of the Way to Work Day. The CMBA encourages us transaction that is unparalleled, and the large Napa and Sonoma Wine Company, a collabo- to find a greener way to travel to and from number of locations limits travel time for con- rative effort between producers to improve the work, whether through public transportation, sumers. Additionally, they are often the only quality of wine shipped to the East Coast. biking, walking or carpooling. The CMBA will source of food or fuel for families outside of Today, after a century and a half’s worth of honor David’s memory with a noon luncheon normal business hours. The extended hours work, the Charles Krug brand retains its place at the CMBA offices with a special tribute and flexibility of convenience stores mean that as one of the premier winemaking establish- presentation. Please join me in honoring the they play a vital role in the communities they ments in the Napa Valley region with a port- memory of David Webster by joining with the serve and customers are able to quickly pick folio of wines that compete with the highest CMBA in taking action to protect our environ- up what they want, when they need it. ranks of the national and international arenas. ment.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.030 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1710 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 23, 2011 RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS The Clean Air Act is one of the most suc- Certified-Master-Chef-per-student ratio than OF ALBERT E. TREXLER cessful public health programs in American any other culinary school in the country. The history—with a return of more than $30 in VistaTech Center also is home to the Amer- HON. JIM GERLACH benefits for every dollar invested in pollution ican Harvest Restaurant, a student operated OF PENNSYLVANIA reductions over the life of this law. restaurant, where students provide exceptional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The TRAIN Act is a direct attack on the gourmet cuisine and service to the local pub- Clean Air Act and its regulations. This bill lic. Friday, September 23, 2011 blocks EPA’s ability to move forward with two In 2008, Schoolcraft hosted the grand open- Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to long overdue Clean Air Act rules—the Mercury ing for the new Biomedical Technology Cen- congratulate Albert E. Trexler of the Pennsyl- and Air Toxics Standard and the Cross-State ter, BTC. This cutting edge building is home to vania Institute of Certified Public Accountants Air Pollution Rule—which will reduce harmful several science and technology-focused pro- for his 42 years of service to that organization, air pollution that threatens public health, espe- grams and its growing nursing program. This including his 35 years as secretary, executive cially the health of the most vulnerable popu- building supports the mission to train our director, and CEO. lations, including children and seniors. youth in promising future careers in the high Under Albert’s leadership, PICPA member- The Republicans’ attack on the Clean Air tech and biomedical fields. The Biomedical ship has grown by 184% and its membership Act and its work to dismantle the EPA will not Technology Center hosts truly top-notch labs: base expanded to include future CPAs only result in job loss but will result in poorer Imaging and Analysis Lab, Anatomy and through accounting affiliate and student mem- public health across this Nation. Physiology Lab, Biomedical Engineering Tech- bership categories. He also provided more Rather than the Republicans taking action to nology Lab, Cellular and Molecular Biology local networking and leadership opportunities create jobs, this bill cuts funding to create Lab. as the PICPA grew from nine to eleven chap- green jobs. From an initial enrollment of 2,425, attend- ters. We should move President Obama’s Amer- ance has now grown to more than 36,000 stu- Additionally, Albert has championed advo- ican Jobs Act now to begin to give Americans dents each year, each of whom can choose cacy efforts to include a full-time presence in what they want: a job. from 70 academic majors. Schoolcraft’s Con- Harrisburg to support implementation of CPA I urge a no vote on this measure and urge tinuing Education and Professional Develop- law changes. Included in this effort was man- the Republicans to stop playing political ment Courses reach an additional 16,000 an- datory continuing professional education to games and couching deregulation as job cre- nually through credential programs, profes- bring the Commonwealth in compliance with ation. Wall Street got deregulated and the re- sional development, personal enrichment, and substantial equivalency and permit interstate sult was a financial crisis. The American peo- courses designed to further personal interests. mobility for PICPA members. ple do not need an environmental and public Mr. Speaker, Schoolcraft College has Further, Albert Trexler has supported indus- health crisis, the American people need jobs. served, trained, educated and advanced the interests of our region for 50 years. As a try-specific conferences and robust profes- f sional education course offerings and delivery former Schoolcraft College trustee, I ask that methods to respond to the growing demands HONORING SCHOOLCRAFT we congratulate them on their devoted service for specialized knowledge, changing member- COLLEGE as an exemplary and vibrant campus, finding ship demographics, and technical advance- innovative ways to inspire students of all ages ments. HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER to achieve more than they ever thought pos- Mr. Speaker, in light of his years of service OF MICHIGAN sible. to PICPA and a litany of outstanding accom- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f plishments, I ask that my colleagues join me today in recognizing Albert E. Trexler on the Friday, September 23, 2011 MOURNING THE PASSING AND HONORING THE LIFE OF HARRY occasion of his retirement as executive direc- Mr. MCCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ‘‘BUS’’ YOURELL tor and CEO and also on the conference upon to pay tribute to Schoolcraft College in my him with the lifetime designation of PICPA Ex- hometown of Livonia, Michigan as it cele- ecutive Director Emeritus. brates 50 years of serving the residents of HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI OF ILLINOIS f southeastern Michigan. In October of 1961, voters approved the for- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY mation of Northwest Wayne Community Col- Friday, September 23, 2011 ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE lege. On February 6, 1963 the college was re- NATION ACT OF 2011 Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise to mourn named Schoolcraft College in honor of Henry the passing, and to celebrate the life of Harry SPEECH OF Rowe Schoolcraft, an American geographer, ‘‘Bus’’ Yourell. Mr. Yourell was a man who geologist, and ethnologist, noted for his early loved his family, his community, and his coun- HON. BARBARA LEE studies of Native American cultures, as well as try, and had a general love of life. OF CALIFORNIA for his 1832 discovery of the source of the Mr. Yourell’s public service began on De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mississippi River. cember 7, 1941, the day Pearl Harbor was at- Thursday, September 22, 2011 An essential part of our community, tacked and the day he signed up for the Ma- Schoolcraft College continues to provide out- The House in Committee of the Whole rine Corps. A proud Marine, he was awarded House on the state of the Union had under standing and affordable educational opportuni- a Bronze Star for saving an injured friend and consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require ties to a district reaching into three counties, he earned three Purple Hearts for his own in- analyses of the cumulative and incremental sixteen municipalities and six school districts. juries. Having fought bravely at Guadalcanal, impacts of certain rules and actions of the While best known for its Culinary Arts, Nursing Bougainville, Guam, and Iwo Jima, Mr. Yourell Environmental Protection Agency, and for and Public Safety programs, Schoolcraft exemplifies the ‘‘Greatest Generation.’’ other purposes: serves students by providing general edu- Mr. Yourell continued his service in 1959 Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Chair, I am proud cation and transfer credits at reasonable cost. when he was elected Trustee in the Village of to serve as a Representative of California’s Having served as a member of the Oak Lawn. In 1966, he became a Representa- Ninth Congressional District, which has long Schoolcraft College Board of Trustees, I am tive in the Illinois House and went on to serve been at the forefront of the environmental impressed by the college’s intelligent invest- nine terms. He also served as Worth Town- movement, including working on the critical ment in expanding and upgrading the school’s ship Democratic committeeman, Cook County issue of climate change, as well as fighting for infrastructure. This has provided tremendous Recorder of Deeds, and Commissioner for the renewable energy, green jobs, and environ- opportunities to educate and re-train the work- Metropolitan Water Reclamation District. He mental justice. force in Southeast Michigan. In 2003, the rib- retired in 2006 having won 40 elections with- That is why I am speaking today against the bon cutting ceremony opened the VistaTech out ever losing one. An Oak Lawn street and TRAIN Act—it undermines the Clean Air Act’s Center. A state of the art facility, it is home to a Water Reclamation District aeration station ability to crack down on air pollution, threat- Schoolcraft College’s award winning culinary bear his name, and he is remembered fondly ening the quality of life for our children, our arts program and business development cen- by tens of thousands of residents of Oak families and our communities, including my ter. The Culinary Arts Department boasts four Lawn, Worth Township, and Cook County. constituents in the East Bay, many of whom Certified Master Chefs and seven Executive Even as a senior citizen, Mr. Yourell still ex- already suffer unjustly from poor air quality. Chefs. This gives Schoolcraft College a higher hibited a youthful love for life. He bungee

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23SE8.012 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 23, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1711 jumped in New Zealand at age 85 and was Margaret served as Buffalo’s first lady for 16 RECOGNIZING NATIONAL CHILD- known for his love of dancing, even at his 90th years from 1978–1994, and was considered HOOD OBESITY AWARENESS birthday party. Mr. Yourell is survived by his the mayor’s most trusted ally. MONTH AND CHILDREN’S HOS- wife, Millie, three children, five grandchildren Margaret preferred to stay out of the public PITALS and six great-grandchildren. spotlight and let her husband make the head- Please join me in mourning the loss of a lines during his time in office, but she always HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI model citizen and a loving family man, Harry remained influential in her husband’s decision OF OHIO ‘‘Bus’’ Yourell. His passion and commitment to making as they worked together to enhance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his community and his country will continue to the lives of the citizens of Buffalo, NY. inspire us all for years to come. While her husband led the City through tu- Friday, September 23, 2011 f multuous years, Margaret was described by Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, there is no ques- her children as ‘‘the backbone’’ of their family tion that childhood obesity is among the most RECOGNIZING THE TOWN OF PORT as she set as example of strength and poise serious health problems affecting our nation’s BARRE ON ITS 100TH ANNIVER- to her children as they grew up in the political children. Indeed, approximately 17 percent of SARY spotlight. children and adolescents age 2–19 years in Margaret’s children recall how she and her the United States are obese. The problem is HON. CHARLES W. BOUSTANY, JR. husband made a great couple, loved each only growing in magnitude, as over the past OF LOUISIANA other very much, and loved to laugh and remi- two decades, the prevalence of children who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nisce with friends. are obese has doubled, while the number of Friday, September 23, 2011 Later in her life, Margaret became ‘‘Nana adolescents who are obese has tripled. As co-chair of the Congressional Task Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I would like Margie’’ and displayed the same love for her Force on Childhood Obesity and in recognition to join the town of Port Barre in celebrating grandchildren as she did for the rest of her of September as National Childhood Obesity their 100th anniversary. Situated off of U.S. family. Awareness Month, it is imperative that we Highway 190 and a few miles away from Inter- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join begin to identify and promote solutions to the state 49, Port Barre is referred to as ‘‘The me today in remembering Margaret Griffin, a childhood obesity epidemic. One of the key Birthplace of Bayou Teche.’’ truly remarkable wife, mother, grandmother, Port Barre’s history dates back to 1820 friend, and servant of the City of Buffalo and places to look towards is the work of our chil- when Charles Barre purchased a large section its citizens. dren’s hospitals. Children’s hospitals across the country are of bayou land and used it for his business en- I wish to extend my deepest condolences to working to provide unique solutions for both terprises. Before the advent of railroads, the family of Mrs. Margaret Griffin, to her chil- treating and preventing childhood obesity. In steamboats provided transportation for trav- dren Maureen and John Tomczak, Megan and my home district, in Columbus, Ohio, Nation- elers and many different types of goods. Port Thomas and Colleen Griffin, to her grand- wide Children’s Hospital has created programs Barre provided its surrounding areas with a children and surviving family and friends. Mrs. which approach the obesity epidemic from lifeline to these much needed resources. The Griffin earned the respect of many and al- multiple angles, partnering with other organi- business opportunities drew people to the though words cannot truly express the kind zations like the YMCA and Ohio Healthy area, and on June 7, 1911, Governor J. G. and fun-loving woman that Margie was, it is Weight Outcomes Coalition to help foster a Sanders officially incorporated the town. my hope that the memories and stories of Port Barre not only brought goods and serv- Mrs. Griffin can serve as a lasting tribute to multi-lateral approach to addressing the epi- ices into the area, but it has also historically her life and service to so many families demic. been a trading region. Originally the area was throughout our great city, Buffalo, New York. One of these programs, the F.A.N., Fitness used as a trading center for French colonists and Nutrition, Club was established in 2008 as and Indians. The former trading post lands are f part of Nationwide Children’s Hospital’s pedi- atric obesity initiative to help 3rd, 4th and 5th still accessible to the community and visitors. HONORING SERVICE AT grade students in neighborhoods around the Presently, the Bayou Teche RV Park allows MINNETONKA HOMECOMING locals and tourists to enjoy the landscape and hospital experience fun activities to keep them learn the history of the site. HON. ERIK PAULSEN fit and healthy through physical activity and The town hosts a number of festivals that education. OF MINNESOTA celebrate its Cajun heritage. The Lions Club This month we applaud programs like Cracklin Festival and the Volunteer Fire De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES F.A.N. Club and our children’s hospitals, which partment’s Pirogue and Canoe Races are two Friday, September 23, 2011 in partnership with our local communities help ensure that children across the nation receive of the attractions that bring people to Port Mr. PAULSEN. Mr. Speaker, each fall, high Barre to kick up their heels. the tools and education necessary to prevent schools across America hold homecoming pa- childhood obesity. In addition to holding these unique cultural rades to bring their community together and f celebrations, Port Barre also boasts a suc- welcome back alumni. For Minnetonka High cessful economy. Backed by local businesses School this annual parade also gives the com- JOHN B. HASEMAN TRIBUTE and farmers, the area still offers job opportuni- munity an opportunity to honor its local vet- ties and supports financial growth. I congratu- erans. Each year a veteran is selected to HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON late the citizens of Port Barre and am proud carry the American flag while riding at the to be their representative in Congress. OF COLORADO front of the Minnetonka Homecoming Parade. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f This year, Lyle Bennis, a long time resident Friday, September 23, 2011 HONORING MARGARET GRIFFIN of Deephaven, Minnesota, and a World War II Navy veteran is carrying the Stars and Stripes Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. BRIAN HIGGINS at the head of the ceremony in Excelsior. honor Colonel John B. Haseman of the United Mr. Bennis was a Boatswain’s Mate 2nd States Army. I received a letter from the U.S. OF NEW YORK Class on the USS Card and USS McCook Defense Intelligence Agency informing me that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES while serving in the European theater during Col. Haseman is to be a 2011 inductee into Friday, September 23, 2011 WWII. Mr. Bennis’s destroyer group recorded the Defense Attache´ System, DAS, Hall of Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the most kills of German U-boat submarines in Fame. As a member of the U.S. Country honor the life of Margaret Griffin, wife of the the Atlantic. Team, Mr. Haseman served as a military ad- late former Mayor of the City of Buffalo, After victory in Europe was cemented, he viser to the ambassador and represented the James D. Griffin. was transferred to the Pacific and served in Defense Department leadership to the ambas- Mrs. Griffin was born in the early 1930s and the Philippines, and finally in U.S. occupied sador’s host nation. grew up in a large Irish family in the South Japan. Established in 1988, the Attache´ Hall of Buffalo neighborhood of the Old First Ward. Lyle Bennis’s service to our nation should Fame serves to honor DAS personnel who Margaret married James Griffin in 1968 and never be forgotten. I thank him, and congratu- have long served our nation with the prowess the couple had three children together late him for leading Minnetonka’s homecoming and distinction befitting a member of the U.S. Maureen, Megan and Thomas. parade. Military. Col. Haseman served the United

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Therefore, I provided the Department of Defense with sub- maintaining links with al-Qaeda and other wholeheartedly support the formation of an stantial information regarding numerous violent extremist organizations. While many Afghanistan/Pakistan Study Group in the human rights violations. This vital information understand that cutting off or reducing aid hope that it will help to turn the tide of this greatly influenced the decision making process to Pakistan would be risky, the American war and lessen the number of casualties as concerning the policy that was to be imple- public is unlikely to tolerate continued per- well. mented towards that country. Col. Haseman ceived double-dealing on the part of the Pak- I, too, have a deep respect and confidence also functioned to cultivate healthy relation- istani security services. New creative and in Gen. Petraus and would not want my com- ships with allied nations and to improve their independent thinking is needed to overcome ments to be construed as being critical of the the current deadlock. leadership of our military. I have no formal military defense capabilities. As the country struggles to find the appro- training in political science or history so Col. Haseman first joined the US Army in priate way forward in Afghanistan and Paki- please accept these comments as simply the 1963 from the University of Missouri Reserve stan, I am heartened by your efforts to es- perspective of an American mother with Officer Training Corps. Throughout his career, tablish a bipartisan and independent Afghan- children glad to serve our country. having made the seven Army values a part of istan-Pakistan Study Group that will take a God bless you and give you wisdom as you his daily life, Col. Haseman served our country comprehensive look at America’s current serve in the leadership of our country. with dignity and honor. and future role in the region. Sincerely,——— Mr. Speaker, it is my sincerest pleasure to I had the privilege of helping organize the PS It meant so much to see my sons re- Iraq Study Group (ISO), which the proposed recognize Col. John Haseman, a native of ceive a standing ovation when introduced Af-Pak Study Group would be modeled after, during last weeks luncheon. It is these very Grand Junction, Colorado. The United States and feel that a similar such effort would be Lance Corporals, Corporals and Sergeants and the State of Colorado owe him our undy- of great help today. who are almost daily listed among the cas- ing gratitude for his selfless service over the Such a group can provide an effective uni- ualties. My son, ———, remarked that listen- past 48 years. I thank him very much and fying rallying point that will enable the ing to your speech ‘‘restored his faith in the wish him the best of luck in all his future en- country to come together in support of a republic’’. Thank you again for recognizing deavors. comprehensive strategy that will guard our their service. interests in the region and foster a more sta- f ble and secure world. f CORRESPONDENCE SUPPORTING With warm regards, PERSONAL EXPLANATION Sincerely yours, THE AFGHANISTAN/PAKISTAN DAVID ABSHIRE. STUDY GROUP HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. DEAR CONGRESSMAN WOLF: I have read your OF NEW JERSEY HON. FRANK R. WOLF proposal for the formation of an Afghani- stan/Pakistan Study Group with deep per- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF VIRGINIA sonal interest and approbation. I applaud its Friday, September 23, 2011 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES respectful, well-reasoned, bipartisan ap- Friday, September 23, 2011 proach to rethinking the war in Afghanistan. Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I want to The following are my personal thoughts re- state for the record that on September 22, Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I submit cor- garding this war. Please accept them as the 2011, my vote was not recorded for rollcall respondence regarding the Afghanistan/Paki- insights of an average American mother. vote No. 723. stan Study Group and provide the following It has been troubling to me how distant I would like to state for the record that my examples of support for this important initiative this war is for so many Americans. Many are vote should have been recorded as ‘‘nay’’ on from David Abshire, president of the Center only vaguely aware of the events taking rollcall vote No. 723, on providing for consider- place, other than perhaps the recent increase for the Study of the Presidency, and a moving ation of the bill (H.R. 2401) to require anal- letter from a constituent and mother whose in the number of casualties. Even gathering information of what is daily happening in Af- yses of the cumulative and incremental im- children have served in the military in recent ghanistan hasn’t been easy. I comb the inter- pacts of certain rules and actions of the Envi- years. net daily searching many different online ronmental Protection Agency, and for other CENTER FOR THE STUDY OF THE news sources in an attempt to be informed. purposes. PRESIDENCY AND CONGRESS, Our country is at war and yet so often the f Washington, DC, June 1, 2011. top news items contain nothing regarding it. Hon. FRANK WOLF, Often it is the local papers in towns with sol- RECOGNIZING SEPTEMBER AS House of Representatives, Cannon House Office diers, sailors and marines serving in Afghan- CHILDHOOD OBESITY AWARE- Building, Washington, DC. istan that contain the most news. Other NESS MONTH DEAR FRANK: To say that the May 2, 2011 times it is the news stations with an embed- targeted elimination of Osama bin Laden by ded reporter who will have a flurry of arti- a team of U.S. Navy SEALs was welcome cles while the reporter is there but then HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER news would be the understatement of the nothing once they return. OF MISSOURI 21st century. The death of a terrorist icon The War on Terror is not just impersonal that had directed the murder of thousands of news but it is a war that strikes very close IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American, European, and Muslim civilians to home. My father has a dear friend whose Friday, September 23, 2011 has also caused almost immediate specula- son-in-law died in the Twin Towers. I have a tion as to what his demise will mean for the friend who lost a son in Iraq during the bat- Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in international mission in Afghanistan. tle for Fallujah. A student of mine lost her recognition of September as Childhood Obe- Within hours of President Obama’s an- fiancee in the war. My children and son-in- sity Awareness Month. According to the Na- nouncement of bin Laden’s death, pundits law have served in both Iraq and Afghanistan tional Health and Nutrition Examination Sur- and politicians from both the Right and Left and have buddies injured or killed in action. vey, thirty-two percent of children and adoles- are calling for a speedier withdrawal in the One of my daughters is currently serving cents in the U.S. are overweight. According to wake of the al-Qaeda leader’s demise. How- in Afghanistan in a Combat Support Hos- this study, sixteen percent of children and ever, many are concerned that such a move pital. She arrived in time to experience first would risk reversing the gains that have hand the peak number of casualties in June adolescents in the U.S. are obese, meaning been made by our nearly ten-year military and July. In a recent news interview her they have a body mass index in the ninety-fifth effort and could cause Afghanistan to once Commanding Officer said they are seeing an percentile. In my home state of Missouri, al- again remerge as a destabilizing pariah that almost constant stream of casualties; some- most thirty-four percent of children are obese violates human rights and threatens inter- thing that none of them were prepared for, and overweight. Sadly, the childhood obesity national security. but will remember the horrors of the rest of rate is growing, doubling over the last two As the country becomes increasingly di- their lives. decades, while the obesity rate for adoles- vided over the issue of our involvement in It has sometimes appeared that the efforts Afghanistan, many questions have been in Afghanistan have trudged along, with suc- cents has nearly tripled over the last two dec- raised regarding our relationship with Paki- cess measured in part by the areas in which ades. stan. Despite spending billions in aid and se- we have gained some measure of control These staggering increases in obesity are curity assistance, America’s approval rating versus the price paid in human lives both ci- leading to a number of health problems in Pakistan is a mere 17%. Furthermore the vilian and military. The casualties suffered among America’s youth. Incidents of type two

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Without significant targeting, the long- out of five females born in the year 2000 will and employers are reluctant to hire the long- term unemployed are in danger of becoming eventually suffer from type two diabetes. term unemployed because of the length of permanently unemployed and young grad- The obesity epidemic hits some commu- their unemployment. My bill would give em- uates will face their first years as adults with- nities harder than others, greatly impacting our ployers a $5,000 tax credit against their pay- out jobs and with no way to acquire work ex- more vulnerable communities. Studies have roll tax liability for each (net) new long-term perience. Both groups deserve better. I ask shown that these children are more likely to unemployed person they hire. The tax credit is the House of Representatives to support this suffer from obesity and the related health large enough to give employers an incentive bill because it targets both of these neglected problems. Low income areas have far fewer to increase hiring and wages, which would in- groups of Americans. parks and sidewalks than wealthier commu- ject demand into the economy. The credit f nities, and children from these neighborhoods would be available to the broadest base of have less opportunity to play ball, ride bikes, employers because every employer—govern- RECOGNIZING CONSTITUTION DAY or run outside. Children who live in lower in- ment, non-profit and for-profit—pays payroll come neighborhoods also have less access to taxes, and employers could claim the credit on HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. fresh produce and healthy foods. Children liv- a quarterly rather than annual basis. Accord- OF MICHIGAN ing in food deserts are not able to consume ing to the independent, non-partisan Congres- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES healthier foods as often as they should, relying sional Budget Office, the proposal would ‘‘in- Friday, September 23, 2011 more on processed and high calorie foods for crease both output and employment,’’ through Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today their meals. four mechanisms: (1) with lower employment because of my full commitment and support of Mr. Speaker, it is essential that this Con- costs, employers would reduce the costs of the values of equality, respect, and freedom gress work to improve access to healthy food their products and services, which, in turn, fortified within the creation of the Constitution for all Americans. We need to teach our young would first boost sales and then hiring and of the United States of America. healthy eating habits, promote physical activ- hours worked; (2) employers would pass on Today is a day set aside to recognize the ity, and increase access to fresh foods by en- some of the tax savings to employees in the importance the Constitution has provided couraging supermarkets to open in the urban form of higher wages or other compensation, throughout its evolution to the continued prin- core, and embracing farmers markets and which, in turn, would increase employees’ pur- ciples of democracy our Founding Fathers urban farming. Obesity is a costly epidemic. chasing power; (3) higher profits would lead to higher stock prices for public companies, in- championed. Not only does it drastically increase health I would like to highlight both the 13th and creasing shareholders’ wealth and therefore care spending, totaling fourteen billion dollars 15th Amendments for the equality each en- their willingness to spend; and (4) with lower a year, but it greatly reduces the health and sures to American minorities. employment costs, employers would increase prosperity of our children. I would also like to The 13th Amendment abolished slavery and hiring. The bill has safeguards to prevent em- commend the hard work being done by Chil- started a revolution of social progress for ployers from gaming the system, including de- dren’s Mercy Hospital in bringing awareness blacks subject to slavery, and also for women nying a credit to an employer that fires one to this issue. I urge my colleagues to stand and laborers. with me in support of Childhood Obesity employee and hires a replacement. The 15th Amendment ensures the right to Particularly disappointing as well is the high Awareness Month. vote to all citizens, regardless of one’s race, unemployment rate for young people who f color, or previous condition of servitude. I per- heeded our advice to graduate from high sonally respect the struggle that ensued after INTRODUCTION OF THE ECONOMIC school and college, only to try to enter the this Amendment was ratified. It took until the GROWTH AND REDUCING UNEM- workforce in the worst economy in genera- 1965 Voting Right Act until this right was pro- PLOYMENT ACT tions. By significantly expanding AmeriCorps, tected with vigorous enforcement—a vote I re- my bill, without needing a new administrative member voting for passage as a newly elected structure or bureaucracy, would allow unem- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON Representative of the United States Congress. ployed young people to earn a stipend suffi- OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA These two Amendments perhaps best show cient to support themselves and to obtain work IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the injustices that can be righted by Congress experience and a good work history to help Friday, September 23, 2011 and the Nation when we recognize that we are them obtain future employment. The net cost a united people of equal bearing who are each Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of the expansion would be low, because these entitled to equality under the Constitution and introduce the Economic Growth and Reducing young people would be providing urgently the help of our brethren. Unemployment Act, to address perhaps the needed local services that are being dropped two greatest workforce tragedies resulting or curtailed because of federal, state, and f from today’s economy—our long-term unem- local budget cuts, such as after-school pro- HERBERT F. KOETHER TRIBUTE ployed and our unemployed young people— grams, tutoring, and assistance for the elderly. and to spur economic growth. Since Repub- The bill would significantly expand job op- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON licans took control of the House of Represent- portunities for young people who have played OF COLORADO atives, many Democrats have tried to get by the rules but find themselves unemployed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES them to shift from their one-sided, cuts-only in this economy. The bill would increase the fiscal policy to taking some steps to more number of participants in the AmeriCorps Friday, September 23, 2011 quickly reduce stubborn unemployment State and National program from approxi- Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to throughout the country. Republican austerity mately 78,000 to 500,000 full-time participants. honor Mr. Herbert F. Koether for his service to policies, as predicted by history and Econom- Participants receive a living allowance, which the state of Colorado, his active pursuit of ics 101, have driven the economy into another most find sufficient to meet their basic needs, conservative ideals, and his love for serving ditch, with the possibility of a double-dip re- and are also eligible for an education award others. cession. We need to reduce the country’s equal to the value of a Pell grant, for school- Before World War II, Mr. Koether served on budget deficit and debt in the long term, but loan forbearance, health care benefits and the war production board in Washington, D.C., as virtually every economist and the Federal child care assistance. By expanding the pro- later joining the United States Air Force and Reserve chair himself have said, we must also gram, we would reduce the number of unem- attaining the rank of 2nd Lieutenant. create jobs and stimulate the economy now, ployed young people, provide them with the In 1952, Mr. Koether arrived in Denver, Col- before it is too late. While 14 million Ameri- work skills and experience they would not get orado, actively working in the Colorado polit- cans are unemployed, my bill targets those while unemployed, and help cash-strapped ical arena for conservative causes. During particularly hard hit by unemployment. In Au- states and local governments provide services Senator Barry Goldwater’s 1964 presidential gust 2011, the number of long-term unem- that they would otherwise have to cut. campaign, Mr. Koether served as the chair of ployed (those jobless for 27 weeks or more) For some time, it has been clear that poli- the Colorado Goldwater effort, tirelessly pro- was six million, which accounted for 42.9 per- cies to address today’s unusually stubborn un- moting the ideals Senator Goldwater rep- cent of the total unemployed population. In employment need to be targeted in order to be resented. In 1989, he also helped Gale Norton

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In addition to serving on tion at the United Nations. Lasting peace will rate expires in 2011. A corporation constitutes the Kent Denver school boards, Mr. Koether only be achieved through direct negotiations a PHC if 60% of its adjusted gross income is spent 54 years of his life on the advisory between Israel and the Palestinians. PHC income and if 50% of its stock is owned board of the Salvation Army. The Palestinian Authority’s unilateral dec- by five or fewer individual shareholders at any Mr. Koether passed away on Sept. 16, 2011 laration of statehood directly contradicts UN time during the last half of the taxable year. among his family members and friends who Resolution 242, which states that the two na- PHC income generally is defined as interest, were coming together to celebrate his 98th tions must work together to achieve peace in dividends, royalties, rents, and certain other birthday. the region so that both states are secure. types of passive investment income. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Mr. When Resolution 242 was passed, Presi- Furthermore, in the case of a group of cor- Herbert F. Koether. The ideals he devoted dent Johnson stated, ‘‘It is clear . . . that a re- porations filing a consolidated return, the PHC himself to and his life of public service tangibly turn to the situation of June 4, 1967 will not test is generally conducted on the basis of the affected Coloradans and Americans for the bring peace. There must be secure and there operations of the consolidated group. How- better, and he will be greatly missed by us all. must be recognized borders. Some such lines ever, in certain circumstances the test must be must be agreed to by the neighbors involved.’’ f conducted on a separate company basis. Now is the time for the UN and the Pales- When the test is conducted on a separate TRIBUTE TO THE 5TH SPECIAL tinian Authority to heed that advice. The bor- company basis, a group of corporations filing FORCES GROUP ders should not be dictated to the Israelis; a consolidated return can easily find that it has rather, an agreement should be based on di- a personal holding company tax liability even HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN rect negotiations between the two states. Rec- though a great majority of its revenue is gen- ognition in any way by the UN will only em- OF TENNESSEE erated from the active conduct of its trade or bolden the belligerent Palestinians to avoid the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES businesses. The requirement to conduct the negotiating table and circumvent direct nego- Friday, September 23, 2011 PHC tests on a separate company basis often tiations with Israel. unfairly penalizes corporate groups that are An affirmative vote by the UN Security Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, fifty years actively engaged in business. A common fact Council, even with a United States veto, will ago, a prestigious group of soldiers were acti- pattern that gives rise to this unwarranted im- have dire consequences for years to come. I vated into the 5th Special Forces Group at Ft. position of the PHC tax is where a member of urge the UN to reject the resolution so that Bragg, North Carolina. Deployed today from the group receives dividends from controlled both nations can return to the negotiating table Ft. Campbell, Kentucky and serving in regions foreign subsidiaries. In this case, the separate without pre-conditions. known and unknown, the men and women of company PHC tax computation serves as a the 5th Special Forces work to gain and se- f deterrent to the repatriation and reinvestment cure freedom’s cause for the oppressed INTRODUCING THE INVESTING of foreign earnings in the United States. throughout the world. INCOME AT HOME ACT OF 2011 The legislation I am introducing would ex- The green beret is not the only thing that clude dividends received from a firm’s foreign sets the 5th Special Forces Group apart. Di- affiliates and reinvested in the United States vided into five active duty and two Army Na- HON. RICK LARSEN OF WASHINGTON from the definition of personal holding com- tional Guard groups, the Special Forces are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pany income. an integral part of the United States Army and This bill will provide that corporations im- Friday, September 23, 2011 her missions throughout the world. From Viet- pacted by the PHC that benefit from the provi- nam to Afghanistan, these honored soldiers Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, sion would pay the same level of corporate tax continue to carry out the legacy of excellence, today I am pleased to introduce the Investing as similarly situated publicly traded corpora- victory, and fidelity to the contract of democ- Income at Home Act of 2011, legislation that tions. This would free them to invest dividends racy. Outfitted with the best and the brightest simplifies the outdated personal holding com- from foreign affiliates into the U.S. economy, the Armed Forces has to offer, the 5th Special pany (‘‘PHC’’) tax regime and will help certain helping to create much-needed jobs here in Forces Group celebrates 50 years of special closely held companies invest money here at America. operations as one of the most decorated and home to create jobs and help our economy re- I ask my colleagues to join me in supporting well-known Army units. cover. this important legislation that will clean up an We owe much of our freedom to those who, Enacted in 1934, the PHC tax provisions outdated part of the Tax Code and help to cre- like the 5th Special Forces, dedicate their lives (sections 541–547 of the Internal Revenue ate good jobs in the United States. to the tenets of this mighty country. With Code) are outdated. The goal of the PHC tax f unequalled speed and resolve, they both cap- when it was originally enacted was to prevent tured high-profile targets in the Global War on wealthy individuals from avoiding the individual RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- Terror and brought humanity and compassion income tax on passive income like interest, SARY OF THE FOUNDING OF THE to areas of the world struggling under humani- dividends and rents by forming corporations to NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF CON- tarian crisis. As the 5th Special Forces Group hold these investments. VENIENCE STORES continues their work to liberate those in the In the 1930s the corporate tax rate was 13.5 bonds of oppression, I ask my colleagues to percent and the top individual income tax rate HON. DORIS O. MATSUI join with me in honoring the mighty work done was 63 percent. This 49.5 percent differential OF CALIFORNIA by the 5th Special Forces and congratulate between the top corporate and individual tax IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES them as they celebrate 50 years of bringing rate—coupled with the ability to liquidate and Friday, September 23, 2011 freedom to the world’s darkest places. distribute appreciated corporate assets without f tax consequences—provided an incentive for Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to wealthy individuals to incorporate their port- commemorate the 50th anniversary of the PALESTINIAN AUTHORITY AND folio investments. Those incentives have founding of the National Association of Con- THE U.N. largely vanished under current law. First, the venience Stores (NACS). top marginal tax rate for both individuals and Originally founded in 1961, today NACS HON. SCOTT GARRETT corporations is 35%. Second, corporate liqui- represents more than 3,700 companies that OF NEW JERSEY dating distributions of appreciated assets are do business in more than 50 countries world- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES taxed at the corporate level. Current law pro- wide. vides no incentive to incorporate portfolio in- The convenience retailing industry in Amer- Friday, September 23, 2011 vestments to escape the individual income tax. ica generates $575 billion dollars in sales an- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in The PHC tax is an obsolete tax that should be nually, in its more than 146,000-plus stores objection to the Palestinian Authority’s blatant repealed. across the country, and employs 1.6 million

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K23SE8.021 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS September 23, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1715 Americans. NACS has helped the industry ex- resolution to commemorate Ukraine’s inde- JOE BLAKE TRIBUTE perience remarkable growth, convenience pendence and to express strong and contin- store sales today are more than 1,100 times ued support to the Ukrainian people in their ef- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON greater than when NACS was founded. Cumu- forts toward ensuring democratic principles. OF COLORADO latively, the U.S. convenience store industry f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES alone serves 160 million customers per day in this country alone. TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY Friday, September 23, 2011 It is convenience stores that keep America’s ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to motors running. Convenience stores sell 80 NATION ACT OF 2011 honor Mr. Joe Blake, former Chancellor of the percent of all the gasoline purchased in the Colorado State University System. Since May country. SPEECH OF of 2009, his leadership and influence as the NACS represents both large businesses and HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN first sole chancellor of the CSU System has small family businesses that grow America’s OF MARYLAND been felt far and wide within the state of Colo- economy. More than half of convenience IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rado. stores are owned by single-store operators. Before beginning his time with CSU, Mr. NACS helps member retailers to grow their Thursday, September 22, 2011 Blake served as the President and CEO of the businesses, from research and marketing to The House in Committee of the Whole Denver Metro Chamber of Commerce for human resources and management. House on the state of the Union had under nearly a decade. His experience with the NACS also helps to advocate for those consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require Chamber coupled with his strong background issues that are vital to these small business analyses of the cumulative and incremental in job creation played a pivotal role in his abil- owners. From motor fuels policy, to prevention impacts of certain rules and actions of the ity to lead CSU through tough financial times. of tobacco sales to minors, to swipe fee re- Environmental Protection Agency, and for other purposes: Under the leadership of Mr. Blake, CSU was form, NACS is an industry leader in making able to accomplish many important tasks, in- sure their voices are heard. Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Chair, today’s legis- cluding the establishment of a stand-alone Convenience stores provide a speed of lation continues the majority’s relentless as- chancellor operation, the development of its transaction that is unparalleled, and the large sault on the Clean Air Act and our nation’s first strategic plan, and the positioning of CSU number of locations and extended hours of public health. Global as a viable and integral part of the sys- operation have redefined convenience, wheth- Let’s be clear: clean air is not—and has tem. er for food, fuel or other essential items. The never been—the enemy of economic growth. CSU also launched the Commitment to Col- extended hours and flexibility of convenience If history has taught us anything, it is that a orado, a scholarship program that ensures stores mean that they play a vital role in the healthy environment and a healthy economy qualified students of all income levels have the communities they serve and customers are go hand in hand. Since 1970, the Clean Air opportunity to attend an institution of higher able to quickly pick up what they want, when Act has reduced air pollutants by 60 percent education. In a time where jobs are becoming they need it. while the economy has grown by over 200 scarce, nothing is more important than ensur- Mr. Speaker, in recognizing the many con- percent, with economic benefits expected to ing the young workforce has the experience, tributions the National Association of Conven- reach $2 trillion by 2010—exceeding costs by the resources, and the expertise to obtain a ience Stores has made to our nation and to more than 30 to 1. sustainable occupation. our history, I join my colleagues in celebrating Rather than building on this bipartisan Through his dedication and commitment to the 50th anniversary of its founding. record of cost-effective environmental achieve- Colorado’s system of higher learning, Mr. f ment, today’s legislation proposes to block two Blake has furthered America’s objective of of the most important Clean Air Act rules in bettering its educational system. Mr. Blake has 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF UKRAINE’S decades: the mercury and air toxics rule and INDEPENDENCE referred to his time as chancellor as having the cross-state air pollution rule. been ‘‘the highlight of [his] career.’’ However, HON. SANDER M. LEVIN The proposed mercury and air toxics stand- Mr. Blake’s time with CSU has not yet ards would prevent more than 90% of the reached its end. While he is stepping down as OF MICHIGAN mercury from coal-fired power plants to be chancellor, he will remain with the University IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES emitted into the air by 2015—and it would re- to promote donor and alumni relations. Friday, September 23, 2011 duce fine particle emissions by 29 percent. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Mr. Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to More than half of the nation’s coal-fired power Joe Blake. His leadership and dedication to mark the 20th anniversary of Ukraine’s inde- plants already deploy the technology nec- CSU has benefited thousands of students and pendence from Soviet rule. essary to meet these standards, whose adop- families and I thank him for all he has done for Since August 24th, 1991, the people of tion will prevent 17,000 premature deaths and the state of Colorado. 120,000 cases of asthma a year. Ukraine have remained steadfastly focused on f securing a stable democracy and a free mar- The long overdue cross-state air pollution ket economy in Ukraine, and I commend them rule would require 27 upwind states to reduce CELEBRATING THE 110TH ANNI- on their democratic achievements. During the their sulfur dioxide emissions by 75 percent VERSARY OF FIRST UNITED 2004 Orange Revolution, I was proud to stand and their nitrogen oxide emissions by 54 per- METHODIST CHURCH with hundreds of Ukrainian Americans dem- cent. These reductions will prevent an addi- onstrating in front of the Embassy in Wash- tional 34,000 premature deaths and 400,000 HON. KENNY MARCHANT ington, wearing our orange scarves and de- cases of asthma each year and the ‘‘good OF TEXAS manding that democracy required rejection of neighbor’’ principle it represents is especially IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES important to downwind states like my home a rigged election. Friday, September 23, 2011 I also rise to express my deep concern over state of Maryland, which currently must bear the erosion of democracy under the current the brunt of air pollution that blows in from Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Yanukovych Administration, which places the other states. to honor the First United Methodist Church of successes of the Orange Revolution in jeop- The economic and public health benefits Carrollton. For 110 years, this church has ardy. Reports from the April 2011 Freedom from both of these rules far outstrip the cost been a centerpiece for spiritual growth and House assessment are alarming, particularly of the pollution control technology necessary community outreach for the City of Carrollton. the anecdotes of the Administration’s use of to achieve them—a fact the one-sided ‘‘study’’ In 1901, a group of 15 Methodists moved to violence, intimidation, and selective prosecu- in this legislation is deliberately designed to Carrollton, Texas to start a ministry and tion of opposition leaders and suppression of obscure. And the pollution control technology formed what is known today as First United the media. itself will drive investment and job creation for Methodist Church of Carrollton. Preaching only We in the United States must continue to professionals like engineers, electricians, pipe- once a month, founding pastor Reverend John stand with those living under oppressive and fitters and boilermakers whose expertise and D. Major visited the congregation as the fifth tyrannical regimes as they struggle for their labor will be needed to install it. It’s a clear church on his circuit. The congregation met in freedom. win for our economy and a clear win for our the attic of W.H. Stephens’ store in downtown Last week, members of the Congressional public health. Carrollton, where the church developed a Caucus on Ukraine introduced a bipartisan I urge a no vote. strong Sunday school program. By 1902,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:00 Sep 24, 2011 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A23SE8.042 E23SEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1716 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 23, 2011 membership had expanded to 54 and the Marine Renewable Energy Center, run by the creed, or socio-economic background, the church acquired additional property. University of Washington and Oregon State TBCH lives fully the call of those who follow In the mid-1950s, the First United Methodist University, to develop tidal and wave research Christ. Church of Carrollton needed to relocate. With projects. They are working with the private I appreciate the great work done by the a generous donation from the Milburn Family sector to demonstrate new technologies. Addi- Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home and all Farm, First United Methodist Church secured tionally, the Department of Energy’s Marine those who support its mission. From the cou- five acres for future growth. Since 1967, First Sciences Laboratory on the Olympic Peninsula ples who give their lives to parent other chil- United Methodist Church has been pastored assesses waterpower resource potential to ad- dren to those whose prayers make this calling by Kenneth Carter, Dr. Paul Morell, and Rev. dress and remove environmental roadblocks possible, all who offer their time, talents, and Jerry Simmons, and is currently under the to deployment, testing to accelerate the inte- treasures to this great cause are helping to spiritual leadership of Dr. Richard Dunagin. gration of large-scale waterpower electricity make the future brighter for Tennessee’s chil- Throughout its history, First United Methodist generation into the Northwest power grid, and dren. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of has continued to place an emphasis on evan- is essential to establishing a robust basis for the Tennessee Baptist Children’s Home and gelism in the mission field by providing dental industrial investment based on verifiable tech- ask my colleagues to join with me in offering and medical care to those in need around the nology performance, assured cost basis, and great thanks for the work done in protecting world. In 2001, as the church celebrated its environmental performance. Tennessee’s children. centennial anniversary, land was provided for The Marine Renewable Energy Promotion f a new church and school. In 2004, a new wor- Act will accelerate these efforts by establishing ship center opened which was adorned with a competitive research, development and TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY stained glass windows from the original sanc- demonstration program at the Department of ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE tuary. Since 2004, the church has added a Energy that is specifically devoted to marine NATION ACT OF 2011 stadium and sports complex, meeting rooms, and hydrokinetic renewable energy. This office and a new sanctuary that can accommodate will help to develop new marine renewable en- SPEECH OF 1,500 people. ergy technologies, increase reliability and du- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Over the past 110 years, First United Meth- rability of facilities, reduce manufacturing and OF NEW YORK odist Church of Carrollton has also started operating costs of the devices, help identify IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES other successful ministries in the Carrollton and address environmental impacts of marine community. For example, the Sonshine Pre- renewable energy and make sure that such Thursday, September 22, 2011 school expanded into Carrollton Christian power can be integrated into the national elec- The House in Committee of the Whole academy, which instructs students from pre- tricity grid. Additionally, the bill will ensure that House on the state of the Union had under school through 12th grade. the Department of Energy works with research consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require In celebrating its 110th anniversary, we rec- institutions to set up marine and hydrokinetic analyses of the cumulative and incremental ognize the positive impact that First United energy test facilities in the United States, sup- impacts of certain rules and actions of the Environmental Protection Agency, and for Methodist Church has had on the greater porting efforts underway nationwide and at the other purposes: Carrollton area. Mr. Speaker, I ask all of my University of Washington, which are critical in distinguished colleagues to join me in cele- our efforts to demonstrate a wide range of Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Chair, I rise in opposi- brating the rich history of First United Meth- technologies, and evaluate the technical viabil- tion to H.R. 2401. Instead of legislation that odist Church of Carrollton. ity of each new and emerging type of tech- would train Americans to get back to full em- ployment, the majority is bringing to the floor f nology at different scales. The Electric Power Research Institute has a bill that harms the health of our nation. MARINE AND HYDROKINETIC RE- estimated that ocean resources in the United This bill would endanger the health of mil- NEWABLE ENERGY PROMOTION States could generate 252 million megawatt lions of our nation’s children, seniors, and sick ACT OF 2011 hours of electricity, which given as much sup- by blocking rules to reduce cross-state air pol- port as other types of renewable energy, could lution and to reduce the emissions of mercury, HON. JAY INSLEE be equivalent to 6.5 percent of America’s en- lead, dioxin, and other toxic chemicals from OF WASHINGTON tire electricity generation. With such great po- power plants. H.R. 2401 would also delay fu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tential to spur American innovation and job ture safeguards by requiring studies that only measure pollution cleanup costs while dis- Friday, September 23, 2011 creation, I urge my colleagues to support this important bill. regarding health and other benefits. Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, this week, I re- Along with many of my colleagues, I re- f introduced the Marine and Hydrokinetic Re- cently sent letters to the Environmental Pro- newable Energy Promotion Act (H.R. 2994), a TENNESSEE BAPTIST CHILDREN’S tection Agency, EPA, in support of the Power bipartisan bill that will improve the research HOME Plant Air Toxics Rule and the Cross-State Air and development program for marine renew- Pollution Control Rule because of the positive able energy. Marine energy is an emerging HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN impact these rules will have on the public technology that presents great opportunities. OF TENNESSEE health of our nation. Toxic air pollution from Developing the ability to harness energy from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES power plants remains a major unregulated our ocean and tidal currents to power our source of mercury and lead in the air. Already, homes and businesses will create U.S. jobs by Friday, September 23, 2011 more than half of all coal-fired power plants building a new manufacturing industry and will Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, one hun- use widely available pollution control tech- improve our energy security. I would like to dred years ago, a group of women from the nologies to meet these important standards. recognize the leadership of Senator LISA MUR- First Baptist Church in Nashville, TN, decided Once the rule is final, the remaining 44 per- KOWSKI who has introduced a Senate com- to put action to their beliefs. Purchasing land cent will take similar steps to decrease dan- panion, which she has successfully moved in Brentwood, TN, in 1911, the Tennessee gerous pollutants, saving thousands of lives through the Senate Energy and Natural Re- Baptist Orphans’ Home moved from borrowed and avoiding tens of thousands of illnesses. It sources Committee. Further, I appreciate the space in a local hotel to a permanent home. is clear that the benefits of the mercury and support of my House colleagues Representa- This move began a beautiful history of dedica- air toxics standards will far outweigh its tives DON YOUNG and THEODORE DEUTCH in tion and service to the least and most vulner- costs—it is estimated that the pollution reduc- working with me on this bill. able among us. tions required by the rule will yield health ben- In the Puget Sound area of Washington, re- Approximately 200 children a year are cared efits of $59 billion to $140 billion per year search and demonstration on tidal energy are for, fed, clothed, and taught about the hope (from lower health care costs and higher work- underway, requiring collaboration from the pri- found in the Almighty. As children find them- er productivity), which is 5 to 13 times its vate sector, universities, research institutions selves in houses of great crisis, thanks to the costs. and public utilities. However, national leader- care and support of the Tennessee Baptist Further, by delaying the Cross-State Air Pol- ship is needed to truly realize the benefits of Children’s Home, they soon find themselves in lution Control Rule this bill would allow highly commercial-scale marine hydrokinetic projects homes of great love. Need is the only quali- polluting facilities located upwind to continue in the United States. The U.S. Department of fication for children to find assistance and by to pollute major metropolitan areas with impu- Energy established the Northwest National accepting all children regardless of race, nity. Such sources of pollution have made it

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MARY BONO MACK than continuing to shift the cost burden onto cation, politics, and border issues in our com- OF CALIFORNIA local governments and local taxpayers. munity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This bill requires an unnecessary, duplica- I want to personally congratulate our hon- Friday, September 23, 2011 tive, and biased study of specified air quality orees for their exceptional achievements and and hazardous waste regulations without as- Mrs. BONO MACK. Mr. Speaker, I rise contributions to our community, Hispanic cul- sessing the benefits of environmental and today to pay tribute to a remarkable lady and ture, and the rich tapestry of American life. public health standards. Impeding these EPA dear friend, Mrs. Jackie Lee Houston, a pillar They have left their mark on the Hispanic ex- rules jeopardizes the health and well-being of of our community in California’s Coachella perience in America through the sharing of the American people. I encourage my col- Valley, and an inspiration to countless admir- their cultural perspective and achievements in leagues to vote against this legislative train ers and friends. their respective fields. As the Hispanic com- wreck. Today, our community will come together to munity continues to grow in America, it is im- celebrate Jackie Lee’s life, a life of purpose f portant to celebrate our roots as we grow in and accomplishment that truly made our world our journey as a part of this great Nation. IN HONOR OF HISPANIC HERITAGE a better place. I am deeply saddened that the MONTH Congressional schedule prevents me from f joining in this celebration and I know that the HON. SILVESTRE REYES memories of Jackie Lee will bring joy to all HAPPY BIRTHDAY, RILYA OF TEXAS those attending; a fitting tribute to this gra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cious hostess who insisted that any event in Friday, September 23, 2011 which she was involved was done with grace HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON and class—and a large measure of fun! Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ob- OF FLORIDA Born Jackie Lee McDonald on June 27, servance of Hispanic Heritage Month, which is 1935, Jackie Lee grew up in Seattle, Wash- celebrated September 15th through October IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ington, and went on to attend the University of 15th, and I am proud to honor the contribu- Friday, September 23, 2011 Washington. It was there that she met her tions of the Latino community to the diverse husband, Jim, with whom she would spend landscape of American life and culture. I Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, today, the rest of her life. Their love story is a classic would like to take a moment to recognize a you would have been fifteen. Today, you romance, from their hard-working early days few individuals for their impact on the Hispanic would have been a freshman in high school. when a holiday was defined by how much gas community and its progress in our Nation. Today, you would have been the fine young they could afford for a weekend get away to Through their accomplishments in media and woman you were meant to be. the pre-eminent role they shared as leading the arts, Jose Antonio Burciaga, Rosa You are not forgotten. desert philanthropists, they were simply in- Guerrera, Luis Jimenez, and Ramon Renteria separable. have given a part of themselves to enrich the Mr. Speaker, Rilya Wilson was a foster child Hispanic community. On September 30th, of the Florida Department of Children and Jackie Lee and Jim were blessed with three these individuals are being recognized at the Families. She went missing on January 18, children, Tamara, Jaimi and Jim, and their annual El Paso Community College’s Hispanic 2001, and was not reported missing until two family bond was unbreakable. Heritage luncheon celebrating 100 years of years later. The resulting investigation cul- For a time, the Houstons made a life in Brit- Latino art & media. minated in the resignation of the DCF chief ish Columbia, visiting the Coachella Valley To begin, I would like to honor the life and and the passage of a new law I championed regularly in the 1960s. Although the Houstons career of the late writer and artist Jose Anto- in the Florida House of Representatives—a maintained an active presence in the nio Burciaga, a native El Pasoan, for his ex- law improving the supervision of foster chil- Coachella Valley for decades, they didn’t ploration of the complex Chicano identity in dren and requiring the tracking of efforts to move permanently to the Desert until 2001. American society. With the tools of language find missing children. Once there, they quickly made their commit- and art, he illuminated and articulated issues ment to their new home clear by purchasing a It was later shown that Geralyn Graham, her local television affiliate and establishing KPSP of identity, discrimination, and alienation facing caretaker, engaged in identity and Medicaid the Chicano community. Channel 2 as a major media presence in our fraud by accepting payments during Rilya’s community. It is perhaps the most inspiring I would also like to recognize artist and edu- disappearance. Today, Geralyn is in jail, and cator Rosa Guerrero. Through her projects testament to her character and strength of will believed by many to have murdered our beau- such as the International Folklore Dance that Jackie Lee made such an enormous im- tiful Rilya. Unfortunately, circumstantial evi- Group and her film, ‘‘Tapestry,’’ Rosa Guer- pact on her adopted home town in such a dence is the only evidence available to pros- rero has made it her life’s mission to promote short period of time. Proud to be one of the ecutors, and I fear that Geralyn Graham will cultural diversity and understanding, beginning few women in the country who owned a tele- walk free. with some of the first intercultural programs in vision station, Jackie Lee used her influence El Paso schools in the 1970s. This must not happen. The laws governing at the station to provide additional exposure to I would also like to remember the life of art- the reporting of missing children simply are causes she deemed worthwhile—regardless of ist Luis Jimenez, whose powerful sculptures not strong enough. Failing to report a child whether she was directly involved in them. are on display nationwide in public spaces and you know is missing should always be a crime One cannot begin to estimate the number of museums, including the ‘‘Vaquero’’ at the of the most serious kind. lives that were touched and made better by Smithsonian American Art Museum. His cre- Once more—Rilya, you are not forgotten. I the tens of millions of dollars Jackie Lee ations, such as ‘‘Blue Mustang’’, which often will never sleep, I will never slumber, and I will raised for and donated to worthwhile charities depict the working man, are marked by vivid never rest until we find you—until those re- and causes over the years, saying once: ‘‘Giv- and fluorescent colors. They are purposefully sponsible for your disappearance are brought ing is just a feeling of wanting to be proud of striking yet accessible, often provoking strong to justice. what you do.’’ I will always be especially reactions. grateful for her work on the Palm Springs And finally, I would like to recognize jour- Many nights I dream that I will one day get International Film Festival, and consider my- nalist and columnist Ramon Renteria for his to meet you. Every night I dream that you self truly honored to have called her a dear decades of bold, quality reporting on a wide have grown into the fine young lady you were friend. range of cultural and social issues. His past meant to be. Every night I dream that I will Jackie Lee had the ability to take your honors include the Guillermo Martinez- see you reunited with your loving sister, breath away with a flair and creativity that set Marquez national award for Latin American re- Rodericka. her parties and events apart from all the porting and a Texas Headliner Award for his I pray that it will be so. rest—and for that reason people flocked to the

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When he be- astated by her passing, and the void in our and democracy are under constant attack. came a juvenile court judge in 1965, his love community will never be filled. That is why I continually support vital security of children and his determination to help the Mr. Speaker, please join me in commemo- assistance to Israel and support legislation to underprivileged led him to embark on a highly rating the life and contributions of Mrs. Jackie impose sanctions on those aiding Iran’s nu- successful and rewarding judicial career. Lee Houston, who passed away on Sep- clear program. Iran’s Mahmoud Ahmadinejad A recent headline in the Columbus Ledger- tember 14, 2011. Her legacy will live on can never, at any time, be allowed to obtain Enquirer recently read ‘‘Judge Cohn is an icon through her many achievements, the countless nuclear weapons. of integrity.’’ It is true that Judge Cohn is an lives she touched, and the enduring admira- Israel’s security, and regional stability in the icon of integrity but he is also so much more. tion and devotion of her loving husband, Jim. Middle East, is a vital U.S. interest. As a His notable judicial feats and vast accomplish- May God bless her, and God bless America. Member of Congress, I urge all branches of ments are an accumulation of tangibly sub- f U.S. Government to remain consistent in em- stantive deeds that have positively impacted phasizing their support for Israel. the lives of countless families around the PALESTINIAN STATEHOOD f world. I would be remiss if I did not also recognize HON. STEVE AUSTRIA IN HONOR OF JUDGE AARON COHN the important role that Judge Cohn’s late wife, OF OHIO Janet Ann, played in his numerous achieve- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. ments by being a supportive spouse, close Friday, September 23, 2011 OF GEORGIA confidant and loving mother to their three chil- Mr. AUSTRIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dren: Gail Cohn, Leslie L. Cohn and Jane express my deep concern about today’s vote Friday, September 23, 2011 Cohn Kulbersh. Finally, Judge Cohn has been a pillar of in- in the U.N. General Assembly regarding Pal- Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise estinian statehood. tegrity throughout his life. He has been a men- today to pay tribute to our Nation’s longest tor for me and limitless others; an adviser; role This unilateral attempt by the Palestinians is serving juvenile court judge and one of Colum- not in the best interest of the United States. It model and friend. bus, Georgia’s most distinguished legal minds, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me is not in the best interest of Israel—our closest celebrated military veterans and dedicated ally in the Middle East. And, in my opinion, it in saluting a true American hero, outstanding public servants, Judge Aaron Cohn. Judge legal scholar and one of Columbus, Georgia’s is not in the best interest of the Palestinian Cohn, who has served as a juvenile court people. Any decisions regarding Palestine’s most beloved figures, Judge Aaron Cohn, on judge since 1965, will step down from that po- the occasion of his well-deserved retirement. statehood must come in conjunction with se- sition at the end of this month. His longevity f curity for the Israeli people and multilateral of dedicated judicial service and steadfast talks with Israel. commitment to positively influencing genera- OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL Today, as the world watches the actions of tions of Columbus-area youth, are just a few DEBT the United Nations, I plant my feet firmly on of the many reasons as to why Judge Cohn the side of the Jewish State of Israel, and ex- has been an invaluable and irreplaceable pillar press my unwavering support for their country HON. MIKE COFFMAN in Georgia’s legal community. OF COLORADO and security. A Columbus native, Judge Cohn was born IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Israel stands as a beacon of hope in a re- on March 3, 1916. He is a graduate of Colum- gion of the world where democracy and free- bus High School and the University of Geor- Friday, September 23, 2011 dom are in short supply. With our continued gia. As a student at the University of Georgia, Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, friendship, we can ensure that Israel has the he epitomized the true meaning of scholar-ath- today our national debt is support and resources needed to continue on lete in that he was the Captain of the Bull- $14,726,790,407,953.74. as a banner of freedom and democracy in the dogs’ tennis team, served as Vice President of On January 6, 2009, the start of the 111th Middle East. the Inter-fraternity Council and was a member Congress, the national debt was f of the Blue Key Honorary Society. $10,638,425,746,293.80. SUPPORT ISRAEL Following his exemplary collegiate career, This means the national debt has increased Judge Cohn was admitted to the Georgia Bar by $4,088,364,661,659.94 since then. This HON. DAVID G. REICHERT in 1938 and in 1940 he volunteered for the debt and its interest payments we are passing United States Army. He served under General OF WASHINGTON to our children and all future Americans. George Patton in World War II and earned the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Bronze Star for his patriotic service on behalf Friday, September 23, 2011 of our great Nation. As a Major in the 3rd Ar- MOTION TO CONCUR Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in mored Cavalry Regiment, he bravely fought SPEECH OF support of Israel and in my belief that a nu- with U.S. armed forces across France and clear-armed Iran poses a dire threat not only broke through German defenses at Metz. HON. PAUL RYAN to Israel, but to the entire world. One of the most defining and heroic mo- OF WISCONSIN Israel is a crucial ally and friend to the ments of Judge Cohn’s illustrious military ca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United States. There is a long, rich, and pro- reer occurred when as a young commanding ductive history between our two countries. If officer in the U.S. Army, he was among the Thursday, September 22, 2011 Israel’s sovereignty and ability to compete on first of the Allied troops to help liberate the Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I rise a level playing field is being threatened, it is Nazi Concentration Camp in Ebensee, Austria. today to provide explanation and clarification important for all levels of the U.S. Government Almost 40 years later in 1982, he was hon- of the intended budget effects from the anom- to stand up and act. The partnership between ored by the United States Holocaust Memorial aly related to the U.S. Postal Service that is our two democracies is strong and must re- Commission as an Official Liberator of the contained in H.J. Res 79, the Continuing Res- main so. Concentration Camp at Ebensee, Austria. Ad- olution (CR) for Fiscal Year 2012. Palestinian leadership is attempting a push ditionally, he was cited by the City of H.J. Res. 79 would postpone from Sep- toward statehood through the United Nations Bettembourg, Luxembourg, for his service in tember 30, 2011 until November 18, 2011 the but Middle East peace can only be achieved the liberation of Luxembourg while with the payment due from the Postal Service, which is through direct negotiations. An agreement 3rd Armored Cavalry Regiment. off-budget, to an on-budget account managed suitable to both Israelis and Palestinians must After the war, Judge Cohn diligently focused by the Office of Personnel Management achieve real security and mutual recognition of his efforts on working to prevent children from (OPM). each state’s right to exist. That cannot be taking the wrong path, advocating civil rights The Postal Accountability and Enhancement achieved through unilateral action. and promoting religious tolerance. During the Act of 2006 requires the Postal Service to

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To address this issue, the CR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As you are aware, South Sudan seceded includes a provision that will delay the pay- from Sudan on July 9, following a January ment to provide time for the Postal Service to Friday, September 23, 2011 referendum under the terms of the 2005 Com- work with Congress and the Administration to Mr. HIMES. Mr. Speaker, today, we expect prehensive Peace Agreement. While these develop a long-term solution. that Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas events transpired relatively smoothly, new will apply for member status before the United conflicts erupted in key areas north of the If only the on-budget effects were counted, border, where the reforms envisioned in the this delay would score as an increase in Nations. This unilateral action is likely to com- peace agreement never occurred. spending in 2011, but then produce savings in plicate U.S. peace efforts. It also rejects the Weeks after Sudan militarily overtook the 2012, resulting in additional room for spending essential principle of solving the conflict disputed border area of Abyei in late May, in under the caps on discretionary spending es- through direct negotiations with Israel. violation of the CPA, fighting between gov- tablished in the Budget Control Act of 2011. History has taught us that a just and lasting ernment and SPLA forces broke out in To prevent this unintended consequence, the peace must be negotiated. It cannot be im- neighboring Southern Kordofan, home to House Budget Committee scored this anomaly posed from the outside, lest it be built on an large ethnic Nuba populations with long- standing ties to the SPLM. on a unified basis, so that both the on-budget unstable and temporary foundation. The fighting broke out amid growing ten- and off-budget effects were counted together. The creation of a viable, autonomous and sions over disputed state elections, in which As a result, the 2011 cost and the 2012 sav- peaceful Palestinian state is essential, not only Ahmed Haroun—who is wanted by the Inter- ings offset each other and produce a score of to address the aspirations of the Palestinian national Criminal Court for war crimes and zero in the CR. This decision has precedent. people, but also to ensure Israel’s security in crimes against humanity in Darfur—claimed A similar provision was included in the FY the region. A two-state solution is the only an- a narrow victory for governor. The two par- 2010 short-term CR (P.L. 111–68) where the swer for sustainable peace, and while the ne- ties also disagreed over the terms of troop withdrawals under the security arrange- House scored that provision on a unified basis gotiations to achieve that goal have suffered ments in the CPA. pursuant to section 426(b) of the 2010 budget setbacks, that must be the objective. According to witnesses we interviewed and resolution. During a speech on Middle East policy at other sources, government forces shelled ci- The off-budget status of the U.S. Postal the U.S. State Department on May 19, 2011, vilian areas, shot people in the streets and Service creates significant complications for President Obama stated, ‘‘For the Palestin- carried out house-to-house searches and ar- budget enforcement when the agency seeks ians, efforts to delegitimize Israel will end in rests based on lists of names of known SPLM failure. Symbolic actions to isolate Israel at the supporters in the first weeks of fighting. timing shifts or bailouts from the U.S. Treasury Many people I interviewed saw dead bodies due to financial distress. The House Budget United Nations in September won’t create an and evidence of looting and burning as they Committee will continue to monitor this anom- independent state. Palestinian leaders will not escaped the town. aly throughout the budget and appropriations achieve peace or prosperity if Hamas insists The witness accounts are consistent with process to ensure that it does not result in ad- on a path of terror and rejection. And Palestin- many of the findings in an August 15 report ditional discretionary spending in FY 2012. ians will never realize their independence by by the Office of the High Commissioner for denying the right of Israel to exist.’’ I agree Human Rights, which documents unlawful with these sentiments. killings and attacks on civilians and other f serious human rights violations that could f HONORING CONGRESSWOMAN amount to war crimes and crimes against HUMANITARIAN CRISIS AND humanity. CARRIE MEEK In late August, I visited Southern HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN Kordofan. Although government restrictions SUDAN prevented us from visiting Kadugli itself and HON. TIM RYAN other government-controlled areas, we vis- OF OHIO HON. FRANK R. WOLF ited many towns and villages deep in the Nuba Mountains, where hundreds of thou- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF VIRGINIA sands of people have taken refuge from fight- Friday, September 23, 2011 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing and ongoing indiscriminate bombing by Friday, September 23, 2011 the Sudanese government. Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise to- While I was there, I saw government planes night to recognize Congresswoman Carrie Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to circling overhead on a near-daily basis, Meek and her lifelong devotion to public serv- bring to my colleagues’ attention a powerful sometimes multiple times per day. I also saw ice. hearing that the Tom Lantos Human Rights three bombs falling out of an aircraft, and For over a decade, Congresswoman Meek Commission—of which I am a co-chair—held heard them explode a few kilometers away. We investigated 13 air separate strikes in served in the Florida State House of Rep- on September 22, 2011 to discuss the human- itarian atrocities that are taking place in Kauda, Delami, and Kurchi areas—a small resentatives and Senate. In 1993, Congress- fraction of the total number of air strikes in woman Meek became the first African Amer- Sudan, including Darfur. Nuba Mountains—in which bomb fragments ican since Reconstruction to be elected to the I submit for the record the moving testi- brutally killed at least 26 people, including United States House of Representatives from monies of two of the panelists—former mem- women and children, and injured 45 others, the state of Florida. ber of Congress, the Honorable Thomas H. maiming many for life. Andrews, and Ms. Jehanne Henry of Human According to those we interviewed, there Congresswoman Meek fought against cuts were no military targets in areas where to social welfare programs throughout the Rights Watch. I hope that my colleagues will take a moment to read these testimonies and bombs fell. None of the incidents we inves- 1990s. Instead, she worked to expand federal tigated occurred close to front lines or in programs that could create jobs and make it realize that the atrocities mentioned are taking areas of active combat. The type of muni- easier for minorities to open and own their place and continue to take place today. tions used and the manner in which they own businesses. The United States must not turn a blind eye were delivered—unguided, dropped from high During her career, she worked tirelessly to to this part of the world. altitudes—are further evidence that the [Human Rights Watch, Sept. 22, 2011] bombings were indiscriminate and therefore stand up for the underprivileged; making sure unlawful. TESTIMONY TO THE TOM LANTOS HUMAN that the elderly were able to live comfortably, The bombing is ongoing, and has a dev- RIGHTS COMMISSION REGARDING SUDAN that minorities were accurately counted in the astating impact on the Nuba population. Census, and that disaster stricken areas had (By Jehanne Henry) People forced out of their homes now live in adequate funding. Good morning, Chairman McGovern, Chair- harsh conditions under boulders, in caves, on I am honored to join my distinguished col- man Wolf and distinguished Members of the mountaintops, under trees, and in the bush Tom Lantos Human Rights Commission. far from towns where they fear being struck leagues to pay tribute to the great work and Thank you for inviting me to this important by bombs. They lacked sufficient food, medi- achievements of Congresswoman Meek. She hearing on Sudan, particularly in view of cine, and shelter from the rains—many are is, and always will be a shining example of new conflict and human rights abuses occur- now eating berries and leaves, and their chil- how we, as Members of Congress, should ring in Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile dren are suffering from diarrhea and ma- conduct ourselves in public office. states as we speak. laria. Many we met were separated from

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Ev- First, expand sanctions on individuals re- lines, and by the ongoing bombing campaign. erywhere I went I heard story after story of sponsible for atrocities throughout Sudan. The number may be higher, as heavy rains the horror that continues to be inflicted. Current individual sanctions for atrocities and lack of fuel for vehicles and security Two refugees from Darfur told me about are specific only to Darfur. Anyone who com- concerns restricted access to many SPLM- their harrowing experience of being awak- mits heinous crimes must be held account- North-controlled areas. ened at dawn by the sound of hooves and able regardless of where in Sudan these Yet the Sudanese government has blocked gunfire as the Janjaweed raided their vil- atrocities take place. humanitarian assistance to opposition areas lage. They fled to South Kordofan’s Nuba Second, make saving lives in Sudan a high as well as many government-held areas. On Mountains and described how the people priority in our dealings with other nations— August 20, aid groups tried to carry out an there welcomed them. They expressed their particularly those that can exert the most assessment but were allowed only to Kadugli alarm and horror that the same regime that leverage on Bashir. We need increased and town. On August 23, President Al-Bashir pub- had forced them to flee their homes in coordinated sanctions by the international licly stated that no international groups Darfur was now attacking the very people community starting with our European al- would be allowed in. Indeed, Sudan has done who provided them refuge. lies. Maybe even more importantly, the everything possible to ensure there are no The common denominator in the dev- United States must work to move China in a ‘‘eyes and ears’’ on the ground. It has pre- astating attacks on civilians in both Darfur new direction. The Chinese have a great deal vented journalists, researchers, diplomats and South Kordofan is Sudan’s President of leverage with the Government of Sudan. and UN staff from visiting the area, and Omar al-Bashir. Let me be clear—Bashir is a Their significant monetary investment forced the UN peacekeepers to leave. genocidal monster who is already wanted by makes it in their interest to have a peaceful In recent weeks, this conflict has spread to the International Criminal Court for direct- and stable region. But their actions belie neighboring Blue Nile state and the govern- ing atrocities in Darfur. Since Bashir came their interest and denigrate values that we ment has clamped down on SPLM-North to power in a military coup in 1989 he has have a moral obligation to defend and ad- across the country, arresting more than 100 murdered, starved and destroyed the lives of vance. The red carpet that the Chinese gov- suspected supporters, banning political par- millions of innocent civilians in South ernment literally unfolded for Bashir just ties, and restricting media coverage of the Sudan, Abyei, Darfur, Blue Nile and South months ago in Beijing was an outrage. We conflicts. We have credible reports that the Kordofan. need to hear that outrage spoken loudly and government is bombing civilian areas in I have provided additional details on the clearly by our leaders. Blue Nile also. Tens of thousands of people violence being perpetrated across Sudan by Finally, weapons must be stopped from fled their homes. Bashir’s forces in my written testimony. But flowing into Sudan and innocent people must Sudan faces many political challenges: my focus today is on what is happening now be protected. The U.S. must spend political growing dissent from marginalized popu- in South Kordofan and the stories that were capital to pass a United Nations Security lations in its peripheries; active conflicts in told to me by the people I met. Council resolution that expands individual two border states and in Darfur, for eight I spoke to several people displaced from sanctions for perpetrators, expands the exist- years running; and it has lost one-third of its South Kordofan’s Nuba Mountains when I ing arms embargo on Darfur to incorporate territory and faces serious economic chal- was in Juba in early July. The numbers of all of Sudan, expands the mandate of the lenges. Unfortunately, its leaders have cho- displaced have only increased since then. International Criminal Court to cover the sen to respond to these challenges through Two priests who had just arrived after a nar- entire country, demands unfettered humani- repression and armed conflict rather than by row escape told me that the Sudanese Armed tarian access, and authorizes an inter- upholding rights, opening political space, Forces and allied militias had gone door to national civilian protection force with the pursuing democratic reforms. door, targeting people based on their religion resources and mandate to accomplish its The United States has shown leadership. and the color of their skin. They spoke of mission. Ambassador Rice condemned the violence churches being burned and looted. One Congress also has an important role to early on and requested UN reporting on church was hit by a bomb as Antanov planes, play. First, the American people need to human rights violations. The state depart- the same used to terrorize the people of know the truth about Omar al-Bashir and his ment has also condemned the continued aer- Darfur, launched indiscriminate attacks on atrocities. This hearing is an important step ial bombing. This continued leadership is civilian areas. That was in July. The attacks in that direction and, again, I commend you critical. continue. for your leadership. American citizens have The United Nations Security Council and But it doesn’t stop there: Bashir has also shown they care about the people of Sudan, the Africa Union have yet to even condemn refused to let in desperately needed food, but many are unaware of what is happening the violations, despite the evidence of indis- water, medicine and fuel. International aid there now. Your help is needed to raise the criminate bombing and despite the UN High NGOs have been tossed out. One of the dis- alarm. Congress should also consider and Commissioner for Human Rights warning placed priests I met with had heard just that pass legislation that would mandate in- that war crimes and crimes against human- morning from a colleague still in the Nuba creased United States sanctions and push the ity may have occurred in Southern Mountains that food stocks were running Administration to advance the policies I’ve Kordofan. low, trade routes were blocked, and no new laid out here today. We urge the US to press for: a strong con- aid was being allowed in. He told me that at I know this is not as easy as it may sound. demnation of the ongoing violations in least one million innocent people are at risk I know about all the distractions that Mem- Southern Kordofan and Blue Nile; an inter- in South Kordofan. bers of Congress face. I was serving in the national monitoring presence, with a re- This year alone, more than half a million House during the Rwandan genocide. I vis- quirement for continued human rights moni- people have been displaced by fighting ited the graves of hundreds of thousands of toring; and a full and independent investiga- throughout Sudan. United Nations reports victims when I visited Rwanda in July and tion into violations of international human indicate the likelihood of ethnic cleansing in asked myself—‘‘Where was I?’’ Why did we do rights and humanitarian law. Abyei, and war crimes and crimes against nothing to prevent or stop this horror?’’ Finally, the US needs to remain steadfast humanity in South Kordofan. We suspect Well, in retrospect, the political climate in making no concessions to Sudan given similar atrocities have occurred in Blue Nile. here in the U.S. was intense in 1994. There Recent violence directed by Bashir makes these ongoing and serious violations. were fresh memories of Mogadishu, Somalia Thank you. it very clear, when left unchecked this geno- and ‘‘Black Hawk Down’’. There was the con- cidal monster will simply continue to do flict in the former Yugoslavia. The economy [From United to End Genocide, Sept. 22, 2011] what he has always done: commit unspeak- was struggling and a heated election was able atrocities. looming. When you think about it, the polit- TESTIMONY OF THE HON. THOMAS H. AN- So what can the United States do? Past ex- ical climate today is not at all dissimilar. DREWS—‘‘SUDAN: THE ONGOING HUMANI- perience demonstrates that the Bashir re- But, the bottom line then is the bottom line TARIAN CRISIS IN SOUTH KORDOFAN AND gime only responds to consequences. Unfor- now: We cannot stand quietly aside while CONTINUING HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN tunately, the Obama Administration is fail- genocidal monsters inflict unspeakable DARFUR ing in the face of these ongoing atrocities. crimes against untold numbers of innocent Thank you Chairman Wolf, Chairman Recent statements by the State Department people. The cost of doing nothing is too McGovern and members of the Tom Lantos do not place appropriate emphasis on the great. We must not look back years from Human Rights Commission for holding this Government of Sudan as the party over- now on this moment and think: ‘‘If only we hearing. I greatly appreciate the opportunity whelmingly responsible for violence against had done something.’’ to testify before you today on the escalation civilians. Even more importantly, action We must have the courage to act now. of attacks against civilians in Sudan. So from the Administration is severely lacking. Thank you again for your time and for this many members of this Commission have Accountability is not being demanded. Civil- opportunity. I look forward to answering been long-time champions of peace and ac- ians are not being protected. Bashir is being your questions.

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It was not because they were unwor- in adult populations, like hypertension, type 2 thy players or because they could not afford to diabetes, and high cholesterol. This growing HON. STEVE COHEN go. The color of their skin stifled the dreams epidemic is driven by environmental, eco- OF TENNESSEE of these twelve-year-old boys. nomic, and social factors that make fats, salt IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Charleston playoff games were boy- and sugars cheaper and more available than cotted in 1955 to preserve racial segregation. fresh fruits and vegetables and limit the oppor- Friday, September 23, 2011 Because teams again refused to play against tunities for sports and recreation. Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to them, the Cannon Street All-Stars advanced The good news is that prevention works and honor the departing Ambassador Extraordinary past the state and regional playoffs. The Na- by working together we can buck this trend. and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of Azer- tional Little League invited the All-Stars to the Together, we can improve access to healthier baijan to the United States of America, His Ex- Little League World Series as special guests; foods, increase availability of active transpor- cellency Yashar Aliyev. Mr. Aliyev has served they could not compete for the title because tation for our youth, and ensure our commu- in this post since December 2006, but his dip- technically they hadn’t played their way to the nities are walkable. lomatic career is long and distinguished. championships. They returned to Charleston, We face an uphill battle—according to Ambassador Aliyev began his diplomatic ca- dismayed and disappointed. Washington State’s Healthy Youth Survey, reer at the United Nations in 1992, serving as As children, they embodied the very charac- 24% of 10th graders are either obese or over- political affairs counselor and charge´ d’affaires teristics that organized sports aim to impart— weight, and less than half of children surveyed of Azerbaijan’s Permanent Mission. He was teamwork, courage and respect. As adults were getting enough fruits and vegetables. Yet also Azerbaijan’s delegate to the First and they have worked in productive and valuable already, many leaders and communities in Fourth Committees at the forty-seventh careers such as architecture, law enforcement Washington are stepping to the plate and are through fifty-sixth sessions of the United Na- and education. As they have grown older, they committed to taking on this fight by making tions General Assembly. Having joined the are now volunteers in their communities—giv- healthy, important changes. From Moses Lake Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Azerbaijan in ing back, yet again. While they never had the to Mount Vernon, communities are success- 1989, Ambassador Aliyev held posts as polit- opportunity to compete, their story has dem- fully incorporating policies to increase access ical officer, first secretary and deputy director onstrated where we have come from as a na- to healthy foods and physical activity. Seattle’s in the Ministry’s Department of Information tion. Odessa Brown Children’s Clinic, located in a and Political Analysis, as well as director of Last month members of my staff had the community where nearly 40% of children are the Department of International Organizations. opportunity to meet several of the original overweight or obese, is on the front lines of From 2002–2006, he served as Azerbaijan’s Cannon Street Little Leaguers who traveled to combating childhood obesity. The clinic has Permanent Representative to the United Na- Washington, D.C. to be recognized at Nation- successfully integrated childhood obesity pre- tions. als Stadium before the Nationals-Phillies vention and treatment program into their pri- It has been my honor and privilege to work game. Their story remains powerful more than mary care to address the challenge. with Ambassador Aliyev on issues important to 65 years later, and I know my staff will never Childhood obesity prevention should be a Azerbaijan. I have come to regard him as a forget having the opportunity to meet them. top priority. In Congress, I worked to pass the determined and passionate advocate for his Today, the neighborhood that encompasses Affordable Care Act because I believe an in- country and the strategic partnership between Cannon Street has developed into an integral creased focus on preventative medicine and Azerbaijan and the United States. I praise the part of the Charleston education and science increasing access to care will improve our na- Ambassador for his tremendous efforts and community. It is home to a number of colleges tion’s health. I also support the Fit Kids Act, to contributions to raise awareness among Mem- and universities and a world-class research ensure that children get enough physical activ- bers of Congress and Administration officials hospital. The boys of the Cannon Street Little ity. We know what we need to do to reverse of the important role Azerbaijan is playing in League Team are men who through their ca- this alarming national epidemic. It will not be the security of the United States. reers and service to the community have be- easy, but together we can fight the childhood I want to offer Ambassador Aliyev my ap- come assets to their neighborhoods. In spite obesity trend. preciation for his 5 years of service in Wash- of the adversity they encountered and the f ington, D.C. As Ambassador Aliyev moves on challenges they confronted, these young peo- TRANSPARENCY IN REGULATORY to new responsibilities and assignments, I ex- ple illustrated to the world the absurdity of ANALYSIS OF IMPACTS ON THE tend to him my highest regards and best wish- segregation and the hatred inherent in racism. NATION ACT OF 2011 es. Mister Speaker, I ask all of my colleagues In the fifty-five years since they were ex- to join me today in wishing His Excellency cluded from competing to earn a spot at the SPEECH OF Yashar Aliyev the best and congratulating him Little League World Series in their own right, on his impressive service. America has matured. I’d like to believe that a HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH OF OHIO f handful of twelve-year-olds contributed to our maturity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THE BIGGEST LITTLE LEAGUERS It is with great admiration that I share their Thursday, September 22, 2011 story and my respect for these men with you, The House in Committee of the Whole HON. TIM SCOTT my colleagues. House on the state of the Union had under OF SOUTH CAROLINA f consideration the bill (H.R. 2401) to require IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES analyses of the cumulative and incremental RECOGNIZING NATIONAL impacts of certain rules and actions of the Friday, September 23, 2011 CHILDHOOD OBESITY MONTH Environmental Protection Agency, and for Mr. SCOTT of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, other purposes: in the heart of Charleston, South Carolina, lies HON. JAY INSLEE Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Chair, I rise in strong Cannon Street; it’s a modest street spanning OF WASHINGTON opposition to H.R. 2401, The TRAIN Act. This just a few city blocks. However, within its his- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bill would continue the subordination of public tory lies the story of what Dr. Creighton Hale, health and common sense to the narrow, tem- the former CEO of little league baseball, called Friday, September 23, 2011 porary and misguided pursuit of profits for the ‘‘the most significant amateur team in baseball Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to few. It endeavors to kill essential environ- history.’’ recognize September as National Childhood mental and public health protections by impos- In 1955, the area surrounding this street Obesity Month. Childhood obesity is one of ing the exact kind of redtape my colleagues so was one of economic blight and social the biggest health challenges facing our coun- emphatically claim to oppose. unease. In an effort to keep kids out of trouble try; driving up medical costs, hurting our econ- The TRAIN Act slams the brakes on essen- and teach skills that only team sports can pro- omy, and shortening lives. For the first time tial public health initiatives, first by burdening

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And that’s just the mium, and any effort to stem greenhouse narrowly defined economic sense of the term. way it is. gases, the single biggest threat to our way of The regulations at issue today do not fall into life and our very existence in recorded history. that category. This bill is a true test of fiscal f The TRAIN Act also tries to overtly stop two rectitude. I urge my colleagues to reject it. TRIBUTE TO LEE BEAMAN essential rules. It indefinitely blocks EPA’s f Mercury and Air Toxics standards and Cross- State Air Pollution Rule by eliminating any 65 YEARS—VIRGIL & DORRACE POE HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN legal deadline for EPA action. It prevents EPA OF TENNESSEE from adopting the Cross-State Air Pollution HON. TED POE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rule for a minimum of 19 months, and the OF TEXAS Mercury and Air Toxics standards for at least IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, September 23, 2011 15 months. Friday, September 23, 2011 Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise Each year the Cross-State Air Pollution rule today to honor one of Middle Tennessee’s fin- is delayed brings about up to 34,000 pre- Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on October est community leaders as he receives the Joe mature deaths, 19,000 emergency room visits 16, Virgil and Dorrace Poe, my parents, will and Honey Rodgers Leadership Award. for respiratory and cardiovascular disease, celebrate their 65th wedding anniversary. This Named to honor the outstanding legacy of and about 400,000 cases of aggravated asth- milestone is more than an anniversary; it is a ma. The pollution reductions under the rule remarkable accomplishment. For over six dec- public service of Honey and the late Joe Rod- are estimated to create health benefits of $59 ades, my parents have taught me the value of gers, former Ambassador to France, the Rod- billion to $140 billion per year; 5 to 13 times education, the power of God, and the rewards gers Leadership Award is given each year to its costs. of hard work. an individual in the Nashville area who dem- Each year the Mercury and Air Toxics rule The story of my parents is truly an American onstrates leadership while living a life of per- is delayed brings about 17,000 additional pre- one. After my father served in the Second sonal integrity, godly character, and concern mature deaths, 12,200 emergency room visits World War, he returned to Texas where he for others. for respiratory and cardiovascular disease, was stationed at the Army Post in Fort Hood. Lee Beaman offers more to the Nashville and about 120,000 cases of aggravated asth- He met my mother at a Wednesday night area than a multitude of trucks, cars, and ma. Enacting the rule would bring about health ‘‘prayer meeting’’ at the Church of Christ. My sports utility vehicles. More than what he sells benefits of $120 to $280 billion per year; 150 mother was a volunteer for the Red Cross at with the Beaman Automotive Group, he is to 350 times its costs. the local Army hospital and a cashier at the known for the incredible character with which If I told you Washington, DC were to incur Kyle Hotel’s coffee shop in Temple, Texas. he runs his family business of over 60 years. an act of terrorism that would cost over 50,000 They married the next year. Due to his customer-oriented business philos- lives over the next year, I guarantee you this Over the next few years, my parents wel- ophy, generosity to the community, and overall Congress would launch a multibillion dollar ef- comed my sister Jayne and me into the world. work environment, Beaman’s company was fort to save those lives. If an explosion at a My dad went to Abilene Christian University named one of the top 20 places to work in nuclear power plant killed a baseball stadium’s thanks to the GI Bill. The family lived in the Tennessee in 2006. worth of people, you can bet we would spend Army Barracks while dad attended classes. To be a success in business is a good goal, billions of dollars figuring out what went My dad worked climbing telephone poles for and one Mr. Beaman has met and matched. wrong, conducting cleanup, performing over- Southwestern Bell, and also he worked nights His true contribution to the Middle Tennessee sight, and so much more. If a massive flood at KRBC radio station. His shifts at KRBC area is in his civic service, philanthropy, and caused an outbreak of an enigmatic infectious ended each night with ‘‘Stars and Stripes For- fidelity to a cause greater than himself. Mr. disease that killed 34,000 people over 12 ever,’’ a fitting song. Beaman puts his faith into action through his months, you can be certain we would mobilize Their marriage has taken them from Fort work with the organizations like Salvation all levels of government and the private sector Hood to Abilene to Dallas and Houston with Army, Boy Scouts of America, and the Amer- to stop it. There would be clearly identifiable two brief stops in St. Louis. ican Heart Association. I thank him for his victims. There would be heroes. Not so in the Throughout our great State of Texas, they continued example in generously dedicating field of public health where the victims are have volunteered in their communities and in his time, talents, and treasures in making a harder to identify and the cause of their death, their churches. My mom found time to teach difference in the community. I appreciate the less grandiose. kindergarten and work for the IRS. My dad great work civic leaders like Mr. Beaman con- We have an opportunity here to prevent the worked over 40 years as an engineer for tribute to the Middle Tennessee area and I deaths of tens of thousands of innocent Amer- Southwestern Bell, and he taught Sunday ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating icans for far less money than it would cost to School for over 60 years. My parents taught Mr. Lee Beaman as he receives the Joe and relaunch a war on terror, to clean up after a me to love God first and Texas second, but Honey Rodgers Leadership Award.

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