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RED TAPE REDUCTION AND a fellow Texan who currently serves as curator fering state of the art care to thousands. In SMALL BUSINESS JOB CREATION for the art collection featured at Cowboys Sta- this time, they have established a reputation ACT dium. for excellence in the areas of cancer care, Since growing up in Oak Cliff, Texas, Mr. neurosciences, cardiology, and high risk ob- SPEECH OF Whitfield’s loyalty to the Dallas Cowboys was stetrics. HON. RUBE´N HINOJOSA inherent, and remains steadfast to this day. In 1937, in an effort to care for his employ- OF TEXAS He grew up cheering on the Cowboys when ees, Cannon Mills owner Charles A. Cannon, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their games were at the Cotton Bowl. In 1993, and George A. Batte, Jr. opened Cabarrus Mr. Whitfield began working as a security Wednesday, July 25, 2012 County Hospital. Years later in 1951, in honor guard at Texas Stadium, which served as the of World War II veterans, Cabarrus County The House in Committee of the Whole home field of the Dallas Cowboys from 1971 House on the state of the Union had under Hospital officially changed its name to the to 2008. Mr. Whitfield remained in this position Cabarrus Memorial Hospital. During the consideration the bill (H.R. 4078) to provide until he was hired to work at the new Cow- that no agency may take any significant reg- 1990s, the hospital grew to a 60-acre medical ulatory action until the unemployment rate boys Stadium to oversee the stadium’s exten- campus with specifically designed centers for is equal to or less than 6.0 percent: sive art collection. women’s services, surgery, and cancer and Cowboys Stadium currently features 19 cardiac care. In 2006, NorthEast Medical Cen- Mr. HINOJOSA. Mr. Chair, I rise today in pieces of contemporary art, and Mr. Whitfield support of the Amendment offered by my es- ter opened the Jeff Gordon Children’s Hos- works with each artist to create beautiful in- pital, to work to ensure the absolute best care teemed colleague from Florida, Mr. POSEY stallations. His passion and appreciation for (#25). His Amendment would ensure that the for children in the area. A year later, in 2007, art comes second only to his devotion to the NorthEast Medical Center joined the Carolinas rule recently approved by the Internal Rev- Cowboys. Mr. Whitfield devotes considerable enue Service requiring that interest payments Healthcare System, and assumed its current time and effort to each individual work of art name, Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast. on foreign deposits be reported to the IRS and its respective creator. Today, Cowboys would not move forward. This is extremely im- This hospital, which was conceived to care for Stadium boasts artistic diversity which millions workers, is now our area’s top employer. portant to the region which I represent, deep of fans have long since enjoyed. South Texas. Our community banks and local Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize Among the awards and recognition that economies benefit from investments and de- Mr. Whitfield’s contributions to Texas’ beloved Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast has re- posits from non-residents, and would be Cowboys Stadium. Cowboys fans from all over ceived are J.D. Power and Associates Distin- harmed by the serious loss of capital caused appreciate how the stadium’s collection is guished Hospital Program for Excellence in by these depositors fleeing our communities. being highlighted and maintained by a loyal Maternity Services and Emergency Services. Many of these depositors have chosen to fan such as Mr. Phil Whitfield. The hospital is also a recipient of the United bank in the United States because of the sta- f States Department of Health and Human bility of our financial institution system. If this Services’ Medal of Honor for organ donation, ruling goes into effect, and these deposits PERSONAL EXPLANATION as well as a ‘‘Top Performer’’ award in patient evaporate, the capacity of these banks to in- satisfaction for overall quality from Profes- vest in the local economies diminishes. HON. BETTY SUTTON sional Research Consultants in 2012. A Mercatus Center 2004 study of a similar OF OHIO Today, I ask all Members of Congress to rule projected that $88 billion of capital would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES join me in honoring Carolinas Medical Center- exit United States banks if the rule were to Thursday, July 26, 2012 NorthEast, as an asset to the people I am take effect. At a time of extreme economic fra- Ms. SUTTON. Mr. Speaker, due to unfore- proud to represent in North Carolina. gility, we need this capital to stay on our seen circumstances, I was not able to cast shores. Additionally, many foreign depositors votes last night. Had I been present— f have chosen to bank in the United States for I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. security reasons; their home countries may be 514. HONORING MR. VAN WHITE politically unstable, and they fear that personal I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. financial information released by the United 515. States may fall into the wrong hands, making I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. HON. KEITH ELLISON them a target. 516. OF MINNESOTA Lastly, the Internal Revenue Service has ex- I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ceeded its authority. Foreigners do not pay 517. taxes on interest earned on deposits, so there I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. Thursday, July 26, 2012 is no reason for these deposits to be reported 518. to the IRS. Congress intended to attract cap- f Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ital to the United States by allowing these de- honor of Van White and to recognize his dedi- posits to go interest-free; to force these de- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 75TH AN- cated service to the great state of Minnesota. positors to report will run contrary to this origi- NIVERSARY OF CAROLINAS MED- Born on August 2, 1924, Mr. White was a nal intent. ICAL CENTER-NORTHEAST lifelong resident of north Minneapolis. Mr. I urge all my colleagues to support this White first learned how to lead at the age of Amendment that will prevent much-needed HON. LARRY KISSELL 10 when the death of his father left him to capital from fleeing the American economy. OF NORTH CAROLINA help raise his four younger siblings. Upon f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES graduating from Patrick Henry High School in RECOGNIZING MR. PHIL Thursday, July 26, 2012 1943, Mr. White entered the work force as a WHITFIELD Mr. KISSELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in construction worker and later construction site honor of Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast, supervisor for the City of Minneapolis where HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON and the celebration of its 75th Anniversary. he remained for the next 18 years. He was Carolinas Medical Center-NorthEast is a re- then appointed to be the acting assistant man- OF TEXAS ager for the Northside Branch of the Min- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gional 457-bed, not-for-profit medical center in Concord, NC, delivering top quality care to the nesota Department of Economic Security, now Thursday, July 26, 2012 community. known as the Minnesota Department of Em- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Over the past 75 years, Carolinas Medical ployment and Economic Development. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the civic Center-NorthEast has grown from a small, Mr. White was passionate about uplifting his and cultural contributions of Mr. Phil Whitfield, local hospital to a regional referral center, of- community. He was active in organizations

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He Minneapolis that sought government loans to Heritage Trail’s primary objective is to share marched with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. dur- repair and rehabilitate the impoverished areas Mobile’s multicultural legacy from the earliest ing the Civil Rights Movement of the 1960s of Minneapolis. arrival of African-Americans to the end of seg- and was instrumental in organizing the local His passion, combined with experience he regation. Throughout Mobile County there Thomasville branch of the National Associa- gained as a community activist, led Mr. White have been 40 historic markers established by tion for the Advancement of Colored People, to enter the political arena, where he became the trail. NAACP. Additionally, Dr. Mullins served effec- the first African American elected to the city City Councilman William Carroll personally tively as Thomas County Commissioner for council of Minneapolis in 1979. During the ten credited Mrs. Finley with the creation of the five-terms that spanned over two decades. years Mr. White served on the Minneapolis Heritage Trail: ‘‘Without Dora, the African- Ordained as a minister on December 29, City Council where he was the chair of the American Heritage Trail would have never 1957, Dr. Mullins has served as the Pastor of Government Operations Committee and Vice been.’’ the First Missionary Baptist Church since 1961 Chair of the Minneapolis Community Develop- Finley also assisted in the making of the and was honored by the church for 50 years ment Agency. 2008 Mobile Mardi Gras documentary ‘‘The of dedicated pastoral service last year in a Mr. White continued to support his commu- Order of Myths,’’ produced and directed by Golden Jubilee Extravaganza. nity until he passed away on July 14, 1993. Margaret Brown. The film highlights the history Mr. Speaker, one of the things that I will al- Mr. White is survived by his wife of nearly of Mobile’s black and white mystical societies ways remember about Dr. Mullins is his dedi- forty years, Mrs. Javanese White, their daugh- and the complex interaction between the two. cation to helping others and his passion for ter Javoni, son Perri and granddaughter One of her last projects was raising money promoting equality and peace among individ- Kapria. to restore the Cook’s House at Oakleigh Man- uals from different walks of life. A man of in- Mr. White dedicated over fifty years of his sion. The Cook’s House is slated to become tegrity and high moral values, his under- life to community activism. He served on the the first house museum in Mobile dedicated to standing, compassion and kindness made him board of nearly thirty economic and commu- the African-American experience, offering a a guiding light within the community. nity development programs, and left behind a historically-accurate accounting of the families On a personal note, I have been truly legacy of uplifting his community. Throughout that once worked at Oakleigh. blessed by Dr. Mullins’ warm friendship and his life, Mr. White was viewed as a connector, Mr. Speaker, Dora Finley has been de- support and I am deeply grateful for his coun- someone who could take ideas to improve the scribed as one of Mobile’s strongest advo- sel and advice as well as for being a fountain communities of Minneapolis and put those cates of historic preservation and a tireless of inspiration for me over the last several ideas into action. It is only fitting today the advocate for equality. Without a doubt, her years. His motto was, ‘‘God’s Preachers give Van White Memorial Bridge connects North loss is one that is shared by our entire com- their hearers fruit, not flowers.’’ Indeed, Dr. Minneapolis to downtown Minneapolis in his munity. Mullins gave his congregation and all those honor. I urge the citizens of the United States On behalf of the people of Mobile, I offer my who have sought his counsel the fruit of the to follow in the steps of Van White, and find heartfelt condolences to her daughter, Nicole; Word to satiate and sustain them throughout ways to serve and improve their own commu- her mother, Joycelyn Franklin Finley; brothers the journey of life. nities. James and Karlos; sister Joycelyn; and many Mr. Speaker, my wife Vivian and I, along I truly appreciate everything Mr. White did other family and friends. You are all in our with the almost 700,000 people in the 2nd for Minneapolis, and I thank him and his family thoughts and prayers. Congressional District of Georgia, would like for their dedication and service. f to extend our deepest sympathies to Dr. f Mullins’ wife the former Josephine Lovejoy IN HONOR OF DR. I.L. MULLINS, Ferrell, their children, grandchildren and the HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS SR. members of First Missionary Baptist Church OF DORA FINLEY during this difficult time. May they be consoled HON. JO BONNER HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. and comforted by their abiding faith and the OF GEORGIA Holy Spirit in the days, weeks and months OF ALABAMA ahead. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Thursday, July 26, 2012 Thursday, July 26, 2012 PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise tribute to the contributions of Mrs. Dora Finley, today to pay tribute to an inspiring community a native of Mobile, Alabama, who recently leader and beloved Pastor of First Missionary HON. DONNA F. EDWARDS passed away at the age of 59. During her life- Baptist Church, Dr. I.L. Mullins, Sr. Sadly, Dr. OF MARYLAND time, Dora Finley inspired Mobile to recognize Mullins passed away on Wednesday, July 18, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES its rich heritage while moving the community 2012. His passing leaves a tremendous void Thursday, July 26, 2012 in the hearts of his family, friends and the to remember the vital lessons of the past. Ms. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, I was absent Thomasville, Georgia community. At an early age, Mrs. Finley demonstrated a from votes in the House Tuesday afternoon On Thursday, July 26, 2012, a Musical Me- passion for social issues and an uncommon (July 24th), due to testifying before the Senate morial Service will be held in honor of Dr. ability to lead. A graduate of Mobile’s Bishop Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution, Mullins at First Missionary Baptist Church. On Toolen School for Girls in 1970, Mrs. Finley Civil Rights and Human Rights. Had I been Friday, July 27, 2012, a funeral service will be created the United Student Action Movement present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on rollcall held at First Baptist Church in Thomasville, while still a high school junior. As head of the votes 502 (the motion on ordering the pre- Georgia. Movement, she dedicated herself to address- vious question on H. Res. 738) and 503 (H. Dr. Mullins was born on August 26, 1930, ing issues confronting African-American youth. Res. 738, the rule providing for consideration and grew up in Chattanooga, Tennessee. He Mrs. Finley learned the value of hard work of both H.R. 4078 and H.R. 6082). in childhood when she helped sell candy in served in the United States Air Force during the family drugstore. She later taught mathe- the Korean War in the 1950s. f matics at John L. Leflore High School before Over the course of his lifetime, Dr. Mullins 2012 OLYMPIC GAMES becoming a Loan Officer at Commonwealth admirably mastered the balance of his civic re- National Bank. After earning a Masters’ De- sponsibilities with his academic accomplish- HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ gree in Business Administration from Spring ments and religious commitments. After he re- OF CALIFORNIA ceived a Bachelor of Arts degree from More- Hill College, she embarked on a 25 year ca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reer in Managerial Logistics with Scott Paper house College in 1957, he went on to obtain Company/Kimberly-Clark Corporation. his Masters of Divinity from the Interdenomina- Thursday, July 26, 2012 Her tenacity to see any job through to com- tional Theological Center & Gammon Theo- Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. pletion combined with her dedication to pro- logical Seminary in 1960. In 1979, Dr. Mullins Speaker, over two thousand years ago, the

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The Olympics bring mil- ple she serves and of the community in which On behalf of the people of Alabama, I would lions of diverse people together, all with one she lives. I want America to know about this like to extend my congratulations to the hope: to see their country win. For our Nation, tireless champion of East Texas who gives Saraland School System, its leaders, students the Olympic Games help us to find our com- back more than could ever be asked of her. and the community at large. Job well done! mon ground and allow us to come together to Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to rise today to f support the young men and women who rep- wish Jimmie Ruth Cooley a very Happy 80th resent our great country. Birthday and many more years of happiness COMMENDING VETERANS OF THE I am honored to recognize the outstanding to come. KOREAN CONSTABULARY individuals from Orange County that will rep- f resent our Nation this summer in London, HON. LEE TERRY HONORING SARALAND SCHOOLS England. For their patriotism and excellence in OF NEBRASKA FOR SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT athletics, I’d like to recognize JW Kumpholz IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (Water Polo), Courtney Mathewson (Water Thursday, July 26, 2012 Polo), Lauren Wenger (Water Polo), Samuel HON. JO BONNER Mikulak (Gymnastics), Tyler Clary (Swimming), OF ALABAMA Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Kate Ziegler (Swimming), Russell Holmes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor veterans of the Korean Constabulary for (Volleyball), David Lee (Volleyball), Paul Thursday, July 26, 2012 their outstanding sacrifice and service during the hard years leading up to the establishment Lotman (Volleyball), David Smith (Volleyball), Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to bring to Donald Suxho (Volleyball), Brian Thorton of the Republic of Korea. the attention of the House the exemplary The Korean Constabulary was originally es- (Volleyball), David McKienzie (Volleyball), Clay achievement of the Saraland School System, Stanley (Volleyball), Sean Rooney (Volleyball), tablished in 1946 in order to provide support which recently garnered the highest rating of to Korean National Police during the unifica- Danielle Scott (Volleyball), Jordan Larson performance from its accreditation agency. (Volleyball), Matt Anderson (Volleyball), and tion and independence of South Korea. They What’s even more remarkable about this ac- would eventually serve as the Republic of Reid Priddy (Volleyball). We are all proud of complishment is that the Saraland School Sys- you. Korea Army in 1948. tem was founded just four short years ago. During the years of 1946 and 1948, the Ko- Thank you again, and good luck to each of All too often, local news across America is you. Bring home the gold for Team U.S.A. rean Constabulary undertook internal security filled will stories about failing schools and de- tasks on behalf of the United States Military f clining scholastic standards. Indeed, our edu- Government in Korea and the people of South CELEBRATING THE 80TH BIRTH- cational system is being challenged like never Korea, defending their fledging country against DAY OF JIMMIE RUTH COOLEY before from a historic recession and dwindling internal unrest. revenues. But America is still the land of op- The Korean Constabulary believe they have HON. KEVIN BRADY portunity for those imbued with vision and a been treated unfairly due to their exclusion dedication to make a difference. OF TEXAS from benefits offered under the Republic of Four years ago, the City of Saraland defied IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Korea’s Military Pension Act. They have not the odds by seeking control of its local schools Thursday, July 26, 2012 been granted pension, financial aid for with the goal of raising the quality of education healthcare or military awards for their years of Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise for its children. The Saraland School System distinguished service because their years of today to celebrate the birthday of a dear friend set a goal to provide every student a ‘‘world- service before 1950 are unaccounted for be- and a true East Texas treasure, Jimmie Ruth class education.’’ This goal was successfully cause the Constabulary was under the juris- Cooley. She is a shining example of hard work met in June when Saraland received the top diction of the Department of National Defense and the success that follows. rating of ‘‘highly functional’’ for the school sys- during the years of 1946 and 1948. A three term mayor of her beloved Wood- tem’s vision and purpose. The high praise The Korean Constabulary would like to be ville, Jimmie has been a tireless, enthusiastic came from AdvanceED, formerly known as the honored by the Republic of Korea for their he- advocate for her community, for Tyler County, Southern Association of Colleges and roic service during such an unstable time in for East Texas and in fact the Lone Star State Schools. the country’s history. where she has left her mark as well. Saraland also received the accreditation Today, I honor all of the Veterans of the Ko- When it comes to accomplishing tasks and agency’s second highest rating in six other rean Constabulary and commend them for overcoming hurdles—Jimmie has got it cov- areas: governance and leadership; teaching their bravery and support to the United States ered. One of her dear friends, Mary Jane and learning; documenting and using results; Military Government in Korea. Neal, summed it up best, saying ‘‘She likes to resources and support systems; stakeholder f get things done’’. communications and relationships; and com- And she has. Over the years Mayor Cooley mitment to continuous improvement. RECOGNIZING ARKANSAS has served as a board member and a leader Much credit is due to the school leadership, OLYMPIAN MICHAEL TINSLEY in the Deep East Texas Council of Govern- including School Board President Bill Silver, ment; Three Rivers Council of Boy Scouts of Superintendent Wayne Vickers, and all the HON. TIM GRIFFIN America; Woodville Independent School Dis- Saraland School System administrators, prin- OF ARKANSAS trict Compass Arts; Tyler County Art League; cipals, teachers and students. Additionally, a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Tyler County Hospital Foundation. She’s tip of the hat is due to the people of Saraland worked tirelessly as president of the Tyler who, according to the accreditation agency, Thursday, July 26, 2012 County Chamber of Commerce, a past mem- have demonstrated an equally strong commit- Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I ber of the Texas Office of Community Affairs ment to supporting their new school system rise today to recognize Mr. Michael Tinsley Task Force and Deep Texas Regional Review and making sure it succeeds. who will be representing the United States in Committee. Board president Bill Silver recently told the the 2012 Summer Olympic Games in London. Longtime Texas Governor Rick Perry ap- Mobile Press-Register, ‘‘This community has Michael hails from Little Rock, Arkansas. Lit- pointed Jimmie to serve on the board of the bought into our own school system and that is tle Rock is located in the Second Congres- Lower Neches Valley Authority, where she has one of the reasons we have had such suc- sional District, which I represent. He attended talked water with me countless times because cess, in academics, sports and the whole Pulaski Robinson High School in Little Rock she knows how important our lakes and rivers arena.’’ where he had a standout track career. are to our communities in East Texas. And Physical evidence of the community’s in- His dedication to and performance in track yes, she has a professional career as well— vestment in their school system is manifest in and field in high school earned him a scholar- she is a graduate of the American Institute of the $30 million high school, a planned $14 mil- ship at Jackson State University in Jackson, Real Estate and now a retired real estate lion elementary school and another $4 million Mississippi, where he ran track and studied agent. dedicated to renovate the middle school. Criminal Justice.

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JO BONNER Jackson State University declared Thursday, thousands of these control systems could be OF ALABAMA June 15, 2006, ‘‘Michael Tinsley Day,’’ and Mi- accessed directly through the Internet, leaving IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chael was presented with a certificate from the governor, was handed keys to the city by the them open to exploitation by even ‘‘moderately Thursday, July 26, 2012 mayor, and was shown the banner bearing his talented hackers’’. Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- name that would hang in the athletic center. And according to Assistant to the President gratulate Coach Mal Moore, the respected, In 2006, Michael achieved his first ever top and Deputy National Security Adviser John longtime Athletic Director of The University of ten Track and Field News world ranking in the Brennan, there have been over 200 known at- Alabama who was recently named the 2012 400m hurdles. He achieved a top-ten world tempted or successful cyberintrusions against recipient of the John L. Toner Award from the ranking again in 2011. control systems that operate critical infrastruc- National Football Foundation (NFF) and the Michael’s accomplishments don’t end there, College Hall of Fame. ture in 2011 alone, which was a five-fold in- though. He also holds numerous other records The Toner Award is presented annually by and titles, and in the 2010 USA Outdoor Track crease over 2010. the NFF to an Athletic Director who has dem- and Field Championships, he placed third in There has been an active debate this Con- onstrated superior administrative abilities and the 400m hurdles. He is also a three-time gress on cybersecurity, and particularly how shown outstanding dedication to college ath- NCAA All-American. best to protect our critical infrastructure from letics, particularly college football. As evidence of his continued hard work and crippling cyber attacks. But regardless of For those who closely follow University of Alabama athletics, there is little doubt that Mal pursuit of excellence, Michael qualified for the where you stand on the proper role for the 2012 U.S. Olympic Team in a remarkable and Moore deserves this tremendous honor. As Federal government in protecting critical infra- memorable way: he beat the reigning Olympic Alabama’s Athletic Director since 1999, he has gold, silver, and bronze medalists in the 400m structure, I am sure we can all agree that the guided the University’s sports program to a hurdles, taking first place to secure his Olym- nature of the cyber threat to critical infrastruc- new era of success, improvements to athletic pic berth. ture, including vulnerabilities present in our facilities and overseeing numerous conference Michael will represent Team USA in the critical infrastructure networks, need to be and national championships. This year alone, 400m hurdles, and I am proud to have such known so that critical infrastructure owners under his leadership, Coach Moore has been an accomplished athlete and Arkansan rep- and operators can be empowered to bolster instrumental in the Crimson Tide winning four resenting our nation. their cybersecurity and protect their systems. national championships in football, women’s On behalf of Arkansans and Americans ev- gymnastics, women’s softball and women’s Specifically, my bill directs the Secretary of erywhere, I wish Michael Tinsley the best of golf. luck in his Olympic endeavors and look for- Homeland Security to conduct risk assess- Long a prominent figure in the ‘‘Alabama ward to his great accomplishments in the 2012 ments of critical infrastructure sectors to iden- family,’’ Coach Moore played quarterback Summer Olympic Games. tify: under legendary head football coach Paul ‘‘Bear’’ Bryant, beginning in 1958, and was a 1. The threats to critical infrastructure from f member of the 1961 national championship foreign intelligence services, cybercriminals, PERSONAL EXPLANATION team. A secondary and, later, quarterbacks and hacker groups; coach for Coach Bryant’s Crimson Tide, HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY 2. The consequences that would result from Coach Moore became a fixture on the ’Bama a major cyber attack on critical infrastructure; coaching staff until Coach Bryant’s retirement OF CALIFORNIA and in 1982 when he was hired to be an assistant IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coach at The University of Notre Dame. In Thursday, July 26, 2012 3. The vulnerabilities in our critical infra- 1990, he returned to Alabama to serve as of- structure networks that could be exploited by fensive coordinator under Coach Gene Stal- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, on July 25, hackers. lings. All total, Coach Moore has been a part 2012, I was unavoidably detained and was un- of nine of Alabama’s 14 national champion- This bill would not only help our government able to record my vote for rollcall No. 438. ships. Had I been present I would have voted: rollcall understand the threat we face, it would benefit As Athletic Director, Mal Moore directs a No. 504: ‘‘yes’’—Holt of New Jersey Part C the critical infrastructure owners and operators $100 million budget and 21 men’s and wom- Amendment No. 2. protect their networks, giving them a fuller un- en’s varsity sports teams. His record of leader- f derstanding of vulnerabilities in their systems. ship speaks for itself. Since 1999, the Univer- sity has notched countless NCAA champion- THE ‘‘IDENTIFYING CYBERSECU- It would not create any rules, regulations, or ships and even more SEC championships. RITY RISKS TO CRITICAL INFRA- standards that private industry would need to Also during Coach Moore’s tenure as Athletic STRUCTURE ACT OF 2012’’ comply with, and much of this language was Director, the Crimson Tide football team has first proposed by Committee Republicans, won two national championships (2009 and HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE consistent with the recommendations of the 2011), posted six 10-win seasons, a 5–4 bowl OF NEW YORK House Republican cybersecurity task force. record, appearances in four Bowl Champion- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This bill would take proactive steps to iden- ship Series (BCS) bowl games and SEC championships in 1999, 2009 and 2011. Thursday, July 26, 2012 tify and assess cyber risks to help raise the Winning is not his only legacy; the face of level of cybersecurity protecting our Nation’s Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I the University of Alabama campus has also am proud today to introduce the ‘‘Identifying critical infrastructure networks, without creating been transformed during Coach Moore’s ten- Cybersecurity Risks to Critical Infrastructure any burdensome regulations or bureaucracy. ure with more than $200 million in improve- Act of 2012’’, a bill to assess the risks that This issue is far too important, and the risk of ments to the athletic infrastructure. Alabama networks controlling our critical infrastructure cyber attack on our critical infrastructure is too has erected new stadiums for soccer, softball face from cyber attacks. I am also proud to grave, to let another Congress pass without and tennis; new facilities for women’s basket- have developed this legislation in collaboration taking action. ball and volleyball; a new golf clubhouse; and with my colleague, the gentleman from Cali- improved facilities for every other sports team, I urge my colleagues to cosponsor the fornia, and Chairman of the Committee on in addition to the renovation of the Bill Battle Homeland Security Subcommittee on Cyber- ‘‘Identifying Cybersecurity Risks to Critical In- Center for Athletic Student Services, and security, Infrastructure Protection, and Security frastructure Act of 2012’’, and work with me to Coleman Coliseum. In 2007, The University of Technologies, Representative LUNGREN. secure passage of this critical bipartisan Alabama Board of Trustees officially dedicated Critical infrastructure, which can be found in homeland security legislation. the facility formerly known as the Football all of our districts, powers our homes and Building as the Mal M. Moore Athletic Facility.

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He was ing. elected to the State of Alabama Sprots Hall of I look forward to hearing more about what PERSONAL EXPLANATION Fame in 2011. the DoD and VA are doing to support veterans Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the people of Ala- transitioning back to civilian life. With hard HON. JOHN GARAMENDI bama and the entire Alabama Congressional work and support from the government and Delegation, I would like to commend Coach OF CALIFORNIA local communities, these veterans coming IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mal Moore for his exemplary leadership and home from Iraq and Afghanistan can have a congratulate him for receiving the John L. smooth transition back to civilian life, and our Thursday, July 26, 2012 Toner Award. I know Coach Moore’s daughter, older veterans can get the support they de- Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, on Wednes- Heather, his granddaughter, Anna Lee and serve. day, July 25, 2012, I was called away from the grandson, Charles, as well as his many, many votes here on the House Floor in order to ad- friends and associates around the country f dress an important announcement regarding share in this proud and well-deserved honor. IN CELEBRATION OF MRS. BUENA the Bay Delta Conservation Plan in California. WOOTEN LONG’S 100TH BIRTHDAY f The joint announcement from California Gov- HOUSE ARMED SERVICES COM- ernor, Jerry Brown, and United States Sec- MITTEE AND HOUSE VETERANS HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. retary of Interior, Ken Salazar, will have huge AFFAIRS COMMITTEE JOINT OF GEORGIA implications for my constituents and all Califor- HEARING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nians. Therefore, I felt it was absolutely nec- Thursday, July 26, 2012 essary to address my concerns regarding the HON. RICK LARSEN Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise new plan. Nevertheless, I realize the impor- OF WASHINGTON today to extend my sincerest congratulations tance of the votes I missed. Therefore, I would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Happy Birthday wishes to Mrs. Buena like to state for the record how I would have Thursday, July 26, 2012 Wooten Long, who will be celebrating her voted on the bills that were before the House 100th birthday on Wednesday, July 25, 2012. of Representatives, yesterday. Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I On this day, Mrs. Long will be honored with a First, I would have supported H.R. 459, the submit the following. Thank you, Mr. Chair- birthday celebration and dinner at the James Federal Reserve Transparency Act of 2012. I man, and welcome to Secretary Panetta and H. Gray Senior Citizen’s Center in Albany, would have opposed H.R. 6082, the Congres- Secretary Shinseki. sional Replacement of President Obama’s En- More than 2 million American women and Georgia. Born in Whigham, Georgia on July 25, 1912 ergy-Restricting and Job-Limiting Offshore men are returning home from more than a Drilling Plan. Lastly, I would have supported decade of war in Iraq and Afghanistan. to Archie and Ada Wooten, Mrs. Long is the Many are returning scarred, with lost limbs, youngest of six children: Malachi, Charlie, H.R. 6168, President Obama’s Proposed brain injuries or mental illness. Too many are Wadis, Leah, and Ruth. Although all her sib- 2012–2017 Offshore Drilling Lease Sale Plan coming back to unemployment lines. And too lings preceded her in death, she is the second Act. many are struggling to keep their homes. member of her family to become a cente- f To address these problems, Congress and narian; her paternal grandfather lived to be RED TAPE REDUCTION AND the administration have worked together to 106 years old. support veterans’ needs through efforts like Mrs. Long fondly remembers plowing a mule SMALL BUSINESS JOB CREATION building more Department of Veterans Affairs on the family farm as a child. As an adult, she ACT community based outpatient clinics, like the worked as a seamstress in Philadelphia, SPEECH OF one in Mount Vernon, Washington state. The Pennsylvania and Detroit, Michigan. She is VA, the Department of Defense, and National now an active participant at the Golden Re- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Institutes of Health are conducting state-of- treat Senior Citizen’s Center. Although she en- OF TEXAS joys all the activities at the Center, bingo is the-art brain research to understand and find IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES better treatments for traumatic brain injury and her favorite. post-traumatic stress disorder. And the VA Mrs. Long is the mother of Mrs. Helen Mur- Wednesday, July 25, 2012 and DoD are working together to provide more phy-Prince; grandmother of Mr. Craig Wendell The House in Committee of the Whole timely disability claims processing. Prince; great-grandmother of Mr. Randall Mur- House on the state of the Union had under The passage of the Vow To Hire Heroes Act phy and Mr. Brian Murphy and great- consideration the bill (H.R. 4078) to provide and the 21st Century GI Bill were important greatgrandmother of Miss London Taylor Mur- that no agency may take any significant reg- steps to help veterans translate their skills to phy. ulatory action until the unemployment rate civilian jobs. These programs provide career Mrs. Long credits her longevity to her faith is equal to or less than 6.0 percent: advice for transitioning servicemembers in God, a strong work ethic instilled in her by Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. through the Transition Assistance Program her parents and good genes. She is an active Madam Chair, I rise in reluctant opposition to and help veterans go back to school. member of the Institutional First Baptist the amendment offered by the gentleman from And we are supporting veterans housing Church under the pastorate of Dr. Eugene G. Illinois, Mr. MANZULLO. I say reluctant, be- through the Department of Housing and Urban Sherman. cause although I am opposed to this particular Development Veterans Affairs Supportive George Washington Carver once said, ‘‘How amendment, I very much support the idea of Housing Program (HUD-VASH) program, far you go in life depends on your being ten- ensuring that our agencies in the Federal gov- which provides affordable housing vouchers der with the young, compassionate with the ernment utilize the best available science and social services like case management. aged, sympathetic with the striving and toler- when engaged in their activities. On its face, 100 homeless veterans in Skagit and Snoho- ant of the weak and strong because someday that would appear to be the subject of this mish Counties have received HUD-VASH in your life you will have been all of these.’’ amendment. However, the language in this vouchers so far this year. Part of ending Mrs. Long has advanced far in life because amendment goes further than that, and its homelessness among veterans is prevention, she never forgot these lessons and always broad reach troubles me for several reasons. and for that, VA and DOD recently began kept God first. Under this amendment, all Federal agencies legal assistance programs to provide relief for The race of life isn’t given to the swift or to would have to adopt guidelines on scientific in- veterans and servicemembers who were hurt the strong, but to those who endure until the tegrity and have those guidelines approved by by mortgage abuses and assist those seeking end. Mrs. Long has run the race of life with the Director of the Office of Science and Tech- to refinance. grace and dignity and God has blessed her nology Policy, ‘‘OSTP’’. Agencies could not Still, there is more that we have to do, and over her lifetime. make policy decisions unless the OSTP Direc- I encourage all of us in this room to think of Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me tor has approved their guidelines. In addition, what we can do to help these veterans. today in paying tribute to an outstanding cit- subsection (d) of the amendment states that

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AL GREEN forces. accordance with law.’’ OF TEXAS During the rest of the war and for several I am very concerned that the language in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years after, Frank Raila continued to serve his this amendment could give rise to a new country—remaining with the United States Thursday, July 26, 2012 cause of action against Federal agencies in Army and eventually retiring with the rank of their regulatory process. A longstanding prin- Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Lieutenant Colonel. ciple of regulatory law is that agencies must would like to honor the memory of a spiritual After the war, Frank Raila returned to civil- show that their regulatory actions are not ‘‘ar- leader and visionary from Houston, Texas, ian life and attended the Stritch School of bitrary and capricious’’ or courts will overturn Reverend Dr. J.J. Roberson. Medicine at Loyola University at Chicago. As those actions. This amendment creates a new Dr. Roberson will be remembered as a dis- a Neuroradiologist, he had a long and distin- and separate cause of action against regu- tinguished minister, husband, father, Master guished career—practicing in locations around latory agencies who veer from their guidelines Barber, and World War II Veteran. He has in- the country and abroad over several decades. in the formulation of a regulation. This is an spired our community with his work as the On behalf of myself and a grateful nation, I unnecessary addition to the legal weaponry Founder and Pastor Emeritus of Mt. Hebron want to thank Lieutenant Colonel Raila for all available to challenge agency regulations Missionary Baptist Church. During his 50-year he has done for our nation: for his service, his since the current law already provides that tenure as Pastor of Mt. Hebron Missionary sacrifices, and his hard work. I want to wel- agencies are prohibited from making ‘‘arbitrary Baptist Church, Dr. Roberson was credited come him, and all the other veterans partici- and capricious’’ regulatory decisions. I do not with expanding the size of the sanctuary and pating in the ‘‘Honor Flights’’ to Washington understand why we would purposely increase for increasing the church membership to over D.C. in recognition of this year’s ‘‘Day of our courts’ load of regulatory litigation for no 2,000. Honor’’ program on August 1, 2012. discernible substantive benefit. Dr. Roberson was consistently recognized Furthermore, the amendment does not limit for his outstanding leadership as President of f these restrictions to regulatory actions. All the Baptist Ministers Association of Houston & ‘‘policy decisions,’’ specifically including ‘‘agen- Vicinity. He was inducted into the Religious IN MEMORY OF CHLOE ZULCOSKY cy guidance,’’ are subject to this requirement. Hall of Fame in Dallas in 2011, as well as the ‘‘Agency guidance’’ could include the posting Visionary Pastors Hall of Fame in Houston in HON. JOHN L. MICA of information on an agency website or the 2012. OF FLORIDA issuance of disaster warnings. It is troubling As we say goodbye to a courageous leader that we would potentially be creating a new and man of God, we acknowledge that our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES legal cause of action against agencies for put- community has lost a resounding voice for jus- Thursday, July 26, 2012 ting agency guidance on their websites. It’s tice, fairness, and equal opportunity. Although Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- even more troubling that we would prohibit this is a significant loss, we find consolation in membrance of Chloe Zulcosky, a recent grad- agencies from making disaster warnings until knowing that many of our lives have been for- uate of Seminole High School in Sanford, Flor- those agencies’ scientific integrity guidelines ever changed because Dr. J.J. Roberson ida. are approved by the Director of OSTP. lived. There are some people in our lives that in- Clearly, these new impositions on the Fed- While I will indeed miss his physical pres- spire us to be better, to reach for every oppor- eral agencies are not without cost. However, ence, I will continue to admire his spirit and tunity, and, when we fall down, to brush our- what is the real benefit here? Early on, the passion for helping those who are the least, selves off and continue pushing ahead. Obama administration issued an order to all the last, and the lost among us. To many, Dr. Friends, Chloe was one of those people. She Federal agencies to adopt scientific integrity Roberson was a pillar within our community served as a role model in her community, and policies. OSTP oversaw this process, and and a great preacher; but for me not only was shone through to all as a fun-loving and cou- Federal agencies now have scientific integrity Dr. Roberson a dynamic religious leader, he rageous young lady. Chloe showed the com- policies in place. What additional benefit does was a mentor, trusted advisor, and beloved munity of Seminole County how to live life as this amendment provide over what the admin- friend. a kind, genuine and beautiful person. istration has already completed? Moreover, f the Federal government already has well es- Chloe was the Senior Captain of her tablished procedures in place to ensure Fed- RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND cheerleading team at Seminole High School. eral regulations are only issued after careful SERVICE OF LIEUTENANT COLO- While at cheerleading camp at the beginning review of the scientific evidence. It’s hard to NEL, DR. FRANK RAILA, MD, of her senior year, Chloe started having ter- imagine this amendment provides any benefits USA, RET. rible migraines. After weeks of continuous to this process that would outweigh the dan- pain, she was diagnosed with glioblastoma, a gers and costs I just identified. HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY type of brain cancer which usually occurs with patients older than 55. Finally, I want to express my discomfort with OF ILLINOIS Chloe underwent surgery in early Sep- placing the OSTP and the President’s science IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES advisor in a regulatory oversight role. The tember to remove the brain tumor. She was President of the United States needs sound Thursday, July 26, 2012 scheduled after the surgery for one year of scientific advice from a trusted and competent Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise chemotherapy to diminish any of the tumor advisor. OSTP was created to provide that ad- today to recognize the life and accomplish- that was not removed. vice to the President. This is an office that has ments of a true American patriot: retired Lieu- She was able to experience a senior year typically maintained bipartisan support over tenant Colonel Frank Raila. Lieutenant Colonel full of love and support from the Seminole the years. I would hate for that support to Raila has lived a rich and full life: he is a vet- County community. Chloe received the honor erode because we’ve placed inappropriate re- eran, a medical doctor, a father, and so much of Homecoming Queen at Seminole High sponsibilities on that office. I would also note more. He is a fantastic example of those indi- School, attended her prom, and graduated that OSTP’s annual budget is relatively mod- viduals who make up our ‘‘greatest genera- from high school. est and the office is already stretched thin car- tion.’’ On Wednesday July 25, after a long and rying out its current duties. This amendment Living on the south side of Chicago, Frank courageous fight, Chloe passed away. While it provides no funding for the newly mandated Raila was called to serve his country shortly is with a heavy heart that I report to Congress duties, and it is unclear how OSTP is sup- after his eighteenth birthday in 1943. He was that Chloe passed away today, I am confident posed to fund these new responsibilities. sent to Europe as a Private in the 106th Infan- that her life and memory will remain with not I do think it is important that the Federal try Division, where he served on a machine only those she knew, but all those who knew government use the best available science gun crew. He participated in an unsuccessful of her. when it does its work. Unfortunately, for the attempt to retake the city of Schonberg in late I again ask we remember the life of this reasons I’ve outlined, I don’t think this amend- 1944. During this assault, then-Private Raila wonderful young woman and pray for the fam- ment is the way to achieve that goal, and I was captured by German forces and sent to a ily and friends who are grieving her loss. May must oppose the amendment. mining labor camp as a prisoner of war. Be- Chloe inspire us all.

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I applaud their commitment to their The House in Committee of the Whole Thursday, July 26, 2012 House on the state of the Union had under students and their community. May their ex- consideration the bill (H.R. 4078) to provide ample inspire many to follow in their footsteps. Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, it is that no agency may take any significant reg- f with great pleasure that I rise today to recog- ulatory action until the unemployment rate nize the outstanding service of Mr. Tom Brown is equal to or less than 6.0 percent: HONORING ALEXANDER TEVES, of Kansas City, Missouri. Mr. Brown has been Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Chair, I HERO AND VICTIM OF THE AU- awarded the Phoenix Community Achievement rise today in opposition to H.R. 4078, which RORA, COLORADO SHOOTINGS ON Leader Award. His years of service to his would cut critical regulations not with a scalpel JULY 29, 2012 community make Mr. Brown well qualified and but, like many have said, with a nuclear bomb. deserving of this honor. The transportation authorization bill, MAP–21, HON. RAU´ L M. GRIJALVA Tom is currently serving as my Chief of which this body passed with a widely bipar- OF ARIZONA Staff, and to see him receive this award for his tisan vote, included many important safety and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedicated service to the community gives me efficiency regulations, but my amendment to extreme pride. One of Tom’s strongest con- Thursday, July 26, 2012 exempt them was not made in order. tributions to the area is his work for St. Luke’s If signed into law, this bill would pull the Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Hospital, where he is currently a board mem- emergency brake and stop safety regulations honor the life and memory of Alex Teves, who ber. He also serves on the board for St. which were just enacted. One important regu- was killed in the terrible shooting in Aurora, Luke’s Northland Hospital, St. Luke’s College lation this bill would block is the installation of Colorado, not long ago. He died saving his and The American Hospital Association’s seatbelts in motorcoaches. The National High- girlfriend’s life, pushing her out of the way and Committee on Governance. He has previously way Traffic Safety Administration believes covering her with his body as bullets flew served on the Tri-County Mental Health Serv- these seatbelts could reduce the risk of fatali- around the theater. He was only 24 years old. ices Board and as Clay County Commissioner ties in rollover crashes by 77 percent. Safety At his young age, he was already the kind from 2000–2004. improvements like these will help prevent all of person many of us hope to be. Friends, Tom has been active in many other civic, too common transportation disasters, like the family and everyone who knew him describe social, and political groups in Kansas City. He motorcoach crash in 2007 which killed 7 mem- him as an extraordinarily warm, generous and has served as Chairman of the Missouri Lot- bers of the Bluffton University baseball team in sincere man. Beyond the goodness he tery Commission and of Safe Haven, Inc., and Ohio. showed his close friends, he was enthusiastic was a former member of the Missouri Port Au- This is just a single example of the critical to meet and get to know everyone, whether thority Commission. Furthermore, Mr. Brown regulations that H.R. 4078 would halt indis- they were older, younger, shared his interests was the secretary of the Clay County Eco- criminately. I urge the House to reject this bill. or had never spoken with him before. People nomic Development Corporation and Vice f felt his optimism, his honesty and his genuine President of Clay/Platte Development Cor- kindness as soon as they met him. He made poration. Mr. Brown’s commitment to his com- RECOGNIZING MARION COUNTY the most of his natural gifts and abilities and munity has affected more lives than he may HIGH SCHOOLS made time to help others. He was more than ever know. a good example—he was a rare and very Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me in ap- HON. DANIEL WEBSTER good human being. plauding Mr. Tom Brown for his continued OF FLORIDA Every day in high school he wore a white t- commitment to bettering his community. I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shirt and blue jeans, and was so well-known know Mr. Brown’s colleagues, family and and well-liked that the entire student body held friends join with me in thanking him for his Thursday, July 26, 2012 a ‘‘Teves Day’’ each year for everyone else to commitment to others and wishing him happi- Mr. WEBSTER. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased wear the same. He graduated from the Univer- ness and good health in his future endeavors. to congratulate Marion County Public Schools sity of Arizona in 2010 and earned his Mas- f on having some of America’s best high ter’s in Counseling Psychology from the Uni- schools. In their inaugural High School Chal- versity of Denver just this June. He was pre- NORTHERN NEVADA’S OLYMPIAN lenge, a ranking of the nation’s 19,000 best paring to dedicate his life to helping those who high schools, the Washington Post named four could benefit from his warmth, his compassion HON. MARK E. AMODEI Marion County high schools—Belleview High and his wisdom. To anyone tempted to be- OF NEVADA School, Vanguard High School, North Marion come cynical about our country, our future or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES High School, and Lake Weir High School— our way of life, I say Alex Teves proves them among America’s top ten percent of high wrong. Thursday, July 26, 2012 schools. Our nation loses someone special to gun vi- Mr. AMODEI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to In rating high schools, the High School olence far too often. In Alex, we lost someone congratulate Jacob ‘‘Jake’’ Dalton of Reno, Challenge considers the ratio of college-level who was not afraid to befriend strangers, not Nevada as he represents his country in the tests administered to graduating seniors at a afraid to push himself in the service of others 2012 Olympic Games in London as a member particular high school. The survey looks at the who needed help, and not afraid to give his of the U.S. men’s gymnastics team. total number of Advanced Placement (AP), life for someone he loved. He lived a quiet, Jake, a 2009 graduate of Spanish Springs International Baccalaureate (IB), and Ad- everyday kind of heroism that never gets the High School and scholarship recipient at the vanced International Certificate of Education recognition it deserves and never seeks it. I University of Oklahoma, has the reputation of (AICE) exams given at a school in a single humbly offer my voice to the many, many oth- a fierce and proven competitor. Only 20 years academic year. This rating is intended to indi- ers who are grieving for his death today, and old, Jake is already a champion, winning two cate the level of a high school’s commitment offer them as much comfort and support as I NCAA titles in 2011 and the all-around gold in to preparing their students for college, noting can. He was a truly extraordinary person, and the Winter Cup Challenge in 2011. that students who face AP, IB, and AICE those who knew him best will miss him for a To earn his place on the team, Dalton ex- exams are better prepared for the rigors of very long time. I believe his name will live on celled in the U.S. Olympic trials in San Jose, college reading lists and examinations. as a good, even a great, example for others. California, winning both the vault and the floor This is not the first time that Marion County He felt a natural instinct to love, help and be exercise. His teammates are Jonathan Horton, Public Schools have been recognized for their good to the people around him, and he Danell Leyva, Sam Mikulak, John Orozco, and

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At Tennessee, Justin won six con- Olympic Games. solution by voting strongly for the UN Settle- secutive NCAA titles in two years, before turn- Jake, like all other Americans participating ment Plan in the separate and simultaneous ing pro at age 19. in the Olympics, gives our country a great referenda, a proposal that was overwhelmingly In 2004, Justin qualified for the Olympic sense of pride. I join my fellow Nevadans and rejected by the Greek Cypriot side. Games in Athens, Greece by winning the U.S. the rest of the country in wishing good luck to Since assuming the European Union term Olympic Trials in the 100 meters and finishing Team USA and Jake as he tries to bring home presidency on July 1, there is no better time runner up in the 200 meters. In Athens, Justin the gold to the Silver State. for the Greek Cypriot government to take the became the youngest ever to win the gold f long-awaited substantial steps towards a com- medal in the 100 meters, while also bringing prehensive settlement with the Turkish Cyp- home a silver medal as part of the U.S. 4x100 COMMEMORATING THE LEADER- riots. I hope this new EU role for Cyprus will meter relay team, and a bronze medal in the SHIP ALLIANCE AND THE UNI- not hinder the continuation of reunification 200 meters. He followed up his successful VERSITY OF VIRGINIA talks. In fact, I believe that Cyprus’ six-month Olympic performance a year later by becom- term in the presidency of the EU brings extra ing the first American sprinter to win both the HON. ROBERT HURT responsibilities to show sincere efforts towards 100 and 200 meter races at the national OF VIRGINIA peace. championships since Kirk Baptiste in 1985. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The international community and the United That same year he became only the second States will have to answer a fundamental sprinter in history to win gold medals in the Thursday, July 26, 2012 question in the days ahead: Are we going to World Championships in the 100 and 200 me- Mr. HURT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to com- put in place all necessary efforts in order to ters, and his victory in the 100 meters by .17 memorate the 20th anniversary of the Leader- reach a comprehensive solution in Cyprus, seconds was the largest winning margin in ship Alliance. The Leadership Alliance, which and thus demonstrate the political will to that World Championship history. includes the 5th District’s University of Vir- effect, or are we going to let an achievable After four years away from the track, Justin ginia, is a national academic consortium of settlement slip away once again, all the while returned in 2010 to seek another gold medal. leading research universities and minority perpetuating the illegitimate and unjust isola- He won his first event in 2010 and finished serving institutions with the mission to develop tion of the Turkish Cypriot people? A contin- runner up in the 2011 USA Track and Field underrepresented students into outstanding ued status quo in Cyprus is not beneficial to Championships. In 2012, Justin has already leaders and role models. any party, and the time is now to solve a dis- had a successful season, winning the U.S. In the 20 years since its establishment, the pute that has lasted for more than forty years. Olympic Trials in the 100 meters in a personal Leadership Alliance has mentored over 2000 In light of recent actions by Syria and others best 9.80 seconds, proving that he is ready to undergraduates who have participated in the in the Middle East, Turkey has continued to help the U.S. team go for gold in London this Summer Research Early Identification Pro- operate as an important U.S. ally in the re- summer. Justin’s victory in the Olympic Trials, gram and over 200 alumni who have obtained gion, and all parties acknowledge that Tur- 8 years after his first Olympic triumph, is an their PhD or MD–PhD degrees as Leadership key’s membership to the European Union can- example of the success that can be achieved Alliance Doctoral Scholars. not be achieved without first tackling these by working hard even after you reach the pin- In the 5th District, the University of Virginia issues in Cyprus. Therefore, all sides should nacle of your career. has mentored over 15 participants in the Sum- return to the table and set a timeline for ac- Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to rise on be- mer Research Early Identification Program tion, and this Administration should work with half of Florida’s First Congressional District to and the Summer Undergraduate Research all stakeholders to ensure that any agreement recognize Northwest Florida’s own Justin Program in fields ranging from Education to respects human rights and ensures the funda- Gatlin and wish him the best as he represents Biomedical Sciences. mental freedoms for all Cypriots. our country and competes for another Olympic I am pleased today to congratulate and While the people of Cyprus must ultimately gold medal. commend the Leadership Alliance and the decide their own fate, there is no better time f University of Virginia for 20 years of mentoring for the international community to support INTRODUCTION OF THE CHIL- a diverse and competitive workforce. such reunification efforts. As all eyes remain DREN’S HEALTH TASK FORCE f on Cyprus during its term with the EU presi- ACT dency, and continued talks would signal to the SUPPORTING INTERNATIONAL EF- world that both parties are committed to estab- FORTS FOR THE REUNIFICATION HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER lishing a peaceful and prosperous future for all OF CYPRUS OF NEW YORK Cypriots. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. STEVE COHEN f Thursday, July 26, 2012 OF TENNESSEE RECOGNIZING NORTHWEST FLOR- Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IDA’S JUSTIN GATLIN AS A to urge my colleagues to support the Chil- MEMBER OF THE 2012 UNITED Thursday, July 26, 2012 dren’s Health Task Force Act. As children STATES OLYMPIC TEAM grow and develop, they are especially vulner- Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to able to environmental health hazards such as urge the Administration to join in the inter- HON. JEFF MILLER air pollution, hazardous chemicals, and lead. national effort to reach a comprehensive set- OF FLORIDA The number of children at risk for lead poi- tlement in Cyprus as a bi-zonal and bi-com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES soning alone remains unacceptably high. munal federation. This continued dispute has Today there are 442,000 children with ele- real regional and global implications. It threat- Thursday, July 26, 2012 vated blood levels, yet Congress continues to ens effective NATO–EU cooperation, affects Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise drastically cut funding for lead poisoning pre- regional stability, and also remains an obsta- today to recognize Northwest Florida’s Justin vention programs. There is simply no safe cle to Turkey, our key partner and ally, gaining Gatlin as a member of the 2012 United States level of lead exposure for children. Research full membership to the European Union, which Olympic Team. Every 4 years, our nation joins has shown that lead is damaging to the devel- the United States has long supported. together to root on the athletes that represent oping brains of young children and can have I continue to believe that a just and viable us at the Summer Olympic Games and for harmful long-term effects on behavior and IQ. solution to the longstanding Cyprus problem is those of us from Northwest Florida, we will be I believe it is reprehensible to allow this kind not only achievable, but also urgent and nec- rooting even harder when Justin competes in of damage to happen to children. This quiet essary. The key to the settlement in Cyprus is the 100 meter sprint to bring the gold back tragedy is entirely preventable, and it is our re- the renewal of the Partnership between the home. sponsibility to protect our children and make two equal co-owners and co-founders of the From an early age, Justin displayed an in- lead poisoning a thing of the past. ‘‘Republic of Cyprus’’, as established in 1960: credible God-given talent for track and field. In 1997, former President Clinton estab- Turkish Cypriots and Greek Cypriots. As a He grew up in Pensacola, Florida and ran lished by Executive Order an inter-agency task

VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:27 Jul 27, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K26JY8.011 E26JYPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS July 26, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1343 force to address high priority risks to children’s Tully, New York, a stark contrast from the end up in a refugee camp for 10 years, before health. Former President George W. Bush fur- plains of Africa. To feel at home, Lopez would being rescued by an American family. After le- ther amended the Executive Order to extend go on long runs, as he had done in Kenya, gally earning his American citizenship in a the work of this task force an additional few and he drew the attention of his high school country he refers to as ‘‘next to heaven,’’ years. Since its establishment, the Task Force cross country coach. It was here that his run- Lopez proudly carried the American flag in has successfully developed strategies and ac- ning career began. Lopez showed immense Beijing and will compete in the 5,000 meter tion plans for addressing asthma, unintentional potential and went on from New York to North- race in London. injuries, lead poisoning, childhood cancer, and ern Arizona University where he won two Perhaps the most remarkable thing about school environments. NCAA championships. this champion athlete has nothing to do with The Children’s Health Task Force Act would In 2007, Lopez became a professional run- sports. After learning that he had two brothers simply codify the Task Force by an act of ner and in 2008, after becoming a U.S. citizen, still in Africa, he brought them to the United Congress and charge it with recommending he made the Olympic team, proudly rep- States where he encouraged them to attend a and coordinating Federal strategies to address resenting his new country, the U.S.A. At the military academy so that they can give back to environmental health and safety risks for chil- Beijing Olympics Lopez was voted by his fel- a country that has given him so much oppor- dren in the United States. low countrymen to carry the U.S. flag into the tunity. I am pleased the American Academy of Pe- opening ceremonies, and he went on to per- My daughters and I will be rooting for this diatrics, the National Center for Healthy Hous- form well, making it to the semi-finals of the true American hero and patriot. ing, and Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital 1500m. This momentous occasion to represent the have endorsed this important bill. In addition to his athletic achievement, United States of America is an unequivocal Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Lopez has a heart and passion to see peace honor for each athlete, the members of their in supporting the Children’s Health Task Force in the country of his birth that continues to be team, their families, and all who have exhib- Act. We must ensure that our children grow up ravaged by civil war. Lopez’s desire is to ited support along the way. As a member of in a safe and healthy environment. spread the word about what is happening in Team USA, these champion athletes join a se- f Sudan and to build a community center to give lect group who will accompany each other in an endeavor to achieve the very best. PERSONAL EXPLANATION hope and opportunities to people who started out just like him. Mr. Speaker I am extremely proud to recog- At the 2012 Olympic Games in London, nize the Olympic Athletes who reside in South HON. KEITH ELLISON Lopez will once again represent the United Florida. I salute: OF MINNESOTA States. I have no doubt that he will once again Venus Williams, a three-time Olympic gold IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honorably and nobly represent our country as medalist, has won a gold medal in tennis sin- Thursday, July 26, 2012 a member of the Olympic team. gles and two in women’s tennis doubles. I am Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, on July 23, Like so many others I am truly inspired by proud to proclaim that Venus Williams has 2012, I was unavoidably detained and missed Lopez’s story. I congratulate him on his suc- won more Olympic medals than any other fe- rollcall votes No. 499–501. Had I been present cess and thank him for his continued efforts male tennis player. I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on vote Nos. 499 on behalf of his home country of the South Tony McQuay, a three-time NCAA track and 500, and ‘‘yea’’ on vote No. 501. Sudan. champion and helped lead the University of f Florida men’s track and field team to the 2012 f college national title. Tony posted the third- HONORING 2012 OLYMPIC CONGRATULATIONS TO THE ATH- fastest time in the world this year in the 400- COMPETITOR LOPEZ LOMONG LETES FROM SOUTH FLORIDA meter event. REPRESENTING THE UNITED Sarah Lihan who is competing in sailing. SPEECH OF STATES IN THE OLYMPIC GAMES After becoming the 2009 ICSA Women’s Na- HON. ANN MARIE BUERKLE IN LONDON, ENGLAND tional Champion, we will cheer her on as she OF NEW YORK sets sail to London in her first Olympic games. Anna Tunnicliffe also competing in sailing. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ALLEN B. WEST OF FLORIDA After winning gold in the Women’s Laser Ra- Thursday, July 26, 2012 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dial class in the 2008 Olympics she is back on Ms. BUERKLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Team USA to hopefully bring home another Thursday, July 26, 2012 honor a native of my district and 2012 Olympic gold medal. competitor, Lopez Lomong. Mr. WEST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today as a Christie Rampone is a defender on the U.S. Lopez Lomong was born in Kimotong, a proud American, anxious to support our Amer- Olympic soccer team. She has been an in- small village in southern Sudan in 1985. ican athletes who will be competing in the valuable member of the Olympic team and this Lopez had a happy childhood until one day, 2012 London Olympics over the next two will be her fourth Olympics. when he was 6 years old, his whole life was weeks. Like the vast majority of my fellow citi- Becky Sauerbrunn will compete on the U.S. turned upside down. His village was attacked zens, I will be closely following and cheering Olympic women’s soccer team in her first while he was attending church, and Lopez for each of our athletes as they represent our Olympics. She currently resides in West Palm was taken by rebel soldiers from the Sudan country—especially those from the state of Beach and we look forward to seeing her suc- People’s Liberation Army. After weeks of Florida. ceed as a defender alongside her teammates. watching other boys slowly die in the rebel Every two years, when the torch has com- Andy Roddick a native Floridian is com- camp, Lopez was able to escape through a pleted its journey across the world and the peting in tennis for his second Olympics. He hole in the fence with the help of three other cauldron is lit opening up the winter or sum- proved over and over that he highly excels in boys. Lopez and these boys ran for three days mer games of the Olympics, we put down our his discipline which is singles, doubles and through the African plains until they reached differences for a brief moment and rally mixed doubles. Kenya and were placed in a refugee camp. around our young American athletes. Sanya Richards-Ross is track and field and Lopez would spend the next 10 years in this Each time the Stars and Stripes are raised will be competing in the following events: refugee camp, attending ‘‘school,’’ playing soc- just a little bit higher than the other flags and Women’s 4 × 400m Relay, Women’s 200m, cer and trying to survive day to day on the as the Star-Spangled Banner is played for the and the Women’s 400m. In the 2008 Olympics small rations that were provided to the boys. world to hear, we feel the unfettered pride of she brought home a 4 × 400m bronze and a One day, when Lopez was 16, the opportunity being an American. 400m gold. of a lifetime arose. Lopez wrote an essay to For these next two weeks, American And finally, Foluke Akinrakewo a first time the Catholic Charities about what he would do Exceptionalism runs through the veins of Olympian competing in the volleyball tour- if he were able to come to the U.S. His essay every American as we root for our fellow ath- nament. She was previously the starting mid- moved the people at Catholic Charities so letes. The very best of America can be seen dle blocker on the gold winning U.S. Women’s much that he became one of the Lost Boys of in so many of our young men and women who Junior National Team. Sudan who were relocated to the United compete to bring the gold home. As the world’s attention shifts to London for States to begin a new life. Athletes like Lopez Lomong, who escaped the next two weeks and our nation turns its at- Leaving Africa behind, Lopez found himself unspeakable horrors as a child soldier in tention to the very best American athletes it is an adopted member of the Rodgers family in Sudan after running for three days, only to an honor to offer my congratulations and best

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Armed Forces.I66F Thursday, July 26, 2012 f Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is IN HONOR OF THE 100TH ANNIVER- with profound gratitude and sincere respect SARY OF PLAST, THE UKRAIN- HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVER- that I rise to pay tribute to the courage and IAN SCOUTING ORGANIZATION SARY OF THE PINCHOT INSTI- selfless service of Marine Corporal Daniel TUTE FOR CONSERVATION Palmer of Milton, Florida. In 2010, then Lance Corporal Palmer was severely wounded on HON. MARCY KAPTUR patrol in Afghanistan, while assigned to Third HON. CHRISTOPHER S. MURPHY Battalion, Sixth Marine Regiment, Lima Com- OF OHIO pany. After spending the last year in rehabilita- OF CONNECTICUT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion at Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES happy to say that on July 27, Northwest Flor- Thursday, July 26, 2012 ida will finally be able to welcome home their Thursday, July 26, 2012 native son and an American hero. Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Cpl Palmer is a 2004 graduate of Central honor the 100th anniversary of Plast, the Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, Ukrainian Scouting Organization. I rise today to honor the Pinchot Institute for High School in Allentown, Florida. While work- Conservation, which is celebrating its fiftieth ing at his family’s masonry business in 2008 Plast was founded in 1911 by Dr. Oleksandr anniversary next year. The Pinchot Institute at the age of 22, he surprised his parents, Tysovsky, and it is based on the principles of carries on the legacy of Connecticut native Joey and Flora Jean Palmer, with his decision scouting started by Lord Baden Powell in son Gifford Pinchot, whose unique and rea- to join the U.S. Marine Corps. Cpl Palmer Great Britain. soned approach to conservation endures as chose the Marine Corps because of its reputa- tion for toughness and pride. Cpl Palmer’s As a consequence of the country’s absence we face a new era of environmental chal- of national independence through most of the lenges. older brother, Scott, says Daniel has always been energetic and competitive and was 20th Century, Plast was forced to go under- Born in Simsbury, Pinchot grew up inspired proud of his decision to join the Marine Corps ground when the occupying Soviet Union de- by childhood summers spent enjoying his from day one. clared the organization illegal and banned its hometown’s natural beauty. Committed to for- On March 20, 2010, LCpl Palmer was lead- activities. estry and preservation from an early age, Pin- ing a team of Marines on patrol when he However, following World War II, when chot went on to found the Forestry School, the stepped on a concealed improvised explosive many Ukrainians emigrated to various coun- first of its kind, at Yale, his alma mater. He device. Although he was severely wounded by tries of the Free World, including the United helped to establish the United States Forest the blast and shrapnel from the bomb, his first States, the plastuny (members of Plast) Service, serving as its first Chief in 1905. Pin- concern was the safety of his fellow Marines. among the e´migre´s formed Plast organizations chot recognized the need to protect our nat- When one of the Marines on his team started in the countries of their settlement. This in- ural heritage at a time of development unprec- to run toward LCpl Palmer after the blast, LCpl cluded incorporating ‘‘Plast, Inc.’’ in 1950 in edented in our nation’s history. Throughout his Palmer shouted orders to his team to take the state of Michigan. long career in public service, he was instru- cover rather than rushing out into the open Additionally, after the Declaration of Inde- mental in raising the profile of the conserva- and risk setting off another bomb or exposing pendence of Ukraine in 1991, Plast was re- tion movement to the national stage. themselves to small arms fire. LCpl Palmer’s constituted in Ukraine with the help of plastuny Pinchot’s philosophy of ‘‘practical idealism’’ toughness and concern for others didn’t stop there. His first words to his family after he was from the United States and other Free World lives on in practice at Yale, at the Forest Serv- countries. ice, and at the Pinchot Institute. Dedicated by injured were, ‘‘[D]on’t worry about me. I don’t President Kennedy in 1963, the Pinchot Insti- want you to feel sorry for me or anything. I did Today, Plast is an international organization tute works to balance the sustainable use of what I did serving my country.’’ of Ukrainian youth which fosters personal de- our natural resources with a commitment to He spent the next two years convalescing at velopment, leadership and teamwork, as well preservation for future generations. The Pin- military hospitals, all the while comforted by as a love of Ukrainian culture and history chot Institute collaborates with organizations the tender devotion of his loving wife, Becky, while also raising youth to be conscientious, around the country and the world to develop at his side. Although Cpl Palmer is thousands responsible and valuable citizens of their com- non-partisan, innovative, and well-researched of miles away from Afghanistan, his thoughts munities at the local, national, and inter- solutions to conservation problems. The Insti- are still with his fellow Marines who are in national level. The former President of tute recognizes the role that sustainable for- harm’s way. ‘‘Keep praying for all the boys Ukraine, Victor Yushchenko, is an honorary ests can play in the health of our nation’s who are still over there,’’ he will tell you, plastun, and Liubomyr Cardinal Husar, a U.S. communities, water resources, and wildlife. ‘‘there’s still a bunch of people over there risk- citizen and now Patriarch-emeritus of the ing their lives every day.’’ Ukrainian Eastern Rite Catholic Church based The need for conservation also resonates It has been said that the story of America’s in Ukraine, is one of many distinguished with me on a personal level. I began my ca- quest for freedom is inscribed on our history in plastuns. reer in public service with a call to action the blood of our patriots. Today, the blood against the destruction of wetlands in South- shed by America’s patriots in defense of free- Currently, Plast has 23 branches coast to ington, and I remain committed to the prin- dom is also inscribing the histories of nations coast in the United States, and Plast will be ciples of environmental stewardship. Our pub- like Afghanistan. Cpl Palmer’s service in the celebrating its Centennial with a Jamboree in lic lands and fragile resources are preserved military of our great country bears testament Ukraine, August 10th to 24th, with the official and maintained for more Americans than ever to his belief in the fundamental truth that all opening of the Jamboree Celebration on Au- before due to the tireless efforts of organiza- men are created equal and are endowed by gust 19th in the city of L’viv. tions like the Pinchot Institute. their Creator with the unalienable right to lib- As such, we should recognize August 19, In recognition of the fiftieth anniversary of erty. Cpl Palmer sacrificed a great deal at- 2012 as the Centennial Day of Plast, com- the Pinchot Institute for Conservation, I ask tempting to secure for the Afghan people the mend the Ukrainian Scouting Organization for my colleagues to join me in honoring an orga- blessings of freedom. We must never forget its tremendous contributions, and celebrate nization at the forefront of its field. his contribution toward that honorable end. the Centennial of Plast.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise In these past thirty years, she has stuck today to honor the brave men and women today to honor Weldon Sleight as he retires as with the people of southern West Virginia, who fought and served in World War II. Their Dean of the University of Nebraska College of through floods, blizzards and now a derecho. courage, selflessness and remarkable con- Technical Agriculture (NCTA). Her loyalty knows no bounds, even by Mother tributions to our country must never be forgot- Dean Sleight has led NCTA since 2006 and Nature’s standards. Those in West Virginia’s ten. They fought not for fame or recognition, played a vital role in supporting the college Third Congressional District and I are indeed and too often made the ultimate sacrifice, but legacy and our rural agriculture economy fortunate to have Debrina Taylor Workman on because it was simply their duty. along the way. our side because when the need arises, she When Tom Brokaw declared them the Under his watch NCTA constructed a new can be a force of nature all by herself. ‘‘greatest generation any society has ever pro- residence hall, expanded the Veterinary Members of Congress are indeed blessed duced,’’ no one could have described them in Teaching Hospital, and built a state-of-the-art with godsends like Debrina to help us serve. more fitting terms. After suffering through the education center. While we don’t say it often enough, we are Great Depression as youths, they were sum- In addition, Dean Sleight has established in- thankful for their many sacrifices on our and moned to war following the surprise attack on novative programs combining entrepreneur- the good people we represent behalves. Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. They ship and agriculture such as the ‘‘Combat Please join me in thanking Debrina for thirty didn’t hesitate. They jumped at the chance to Boots to Cowboy Boots’’ initiative, designed to years of service to her country and its families. fight for their country in the heat of the South assist military personnel, their families and May the good Lord’s blessings continue to Pacific, the chill of Europe and other fronts veterans in becoming farmers and ranchers; shine upon Debrina, her son, Jordan, and her around the globe. When they returned home, and the ‘‘100 Beef Cow Ownership Advan- many friends and family. they humbly kept the horrors of war to them- tage’’ program which assists students, par- selves, not wanting to trouble their families ents, employers, and agencies in creating suc- f with the terror of what they had faced. Women cessful businesses and ranch transfer plans. RECOGNIZING THE GRAND MAR- who had never held a job outside of the home When Dean Sleight retires in December of SHALS FOR DELANO’S 38TH AN- before served as nurses, built tanks and this year, we wish him the best of luck and NUAL PHILIPPINE WEEKEND planes, and those who stayed home imme- thank him for his contribution to agriculture, diately went to work to support the war effort. education and Nebraska. HON. JIM COSTA Truly, their unwavering patriotism is exemplary f and serves as an inspiration to future genera- OF CALIFORNIA tions. DEBRINA WORKMAN 30 YEARS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I am honored to pay tribute to this genera- WITH CONGRESSMAN NICK Thursday, July 26, 2012 tion because I am the proud daughter of a RAHALL Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to World War II veteran who flew a B17 bomber recognize the Grand Marshals for Delano’s in Europe during the war. My dad’s unwaver- HON. NICK J. RAHALL II 38th Annual Philippine Weekend. This event ing courage, unimaginable sacrifices and tire- OF WEST VIRGINIA takes place in my district each year to honor less work ethic is typical of his generation. Be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and celebrate the Filipino culture. This year’s cause of my dad and others like him, we live Thursday, July 26, 2012 in freedom in the greatest country on Earth. honorees are Juanita Quiocho Villaruz, Su- As this generation ages, it’s up to us to keep Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, thirty years ago zanne Villaruz, and Arleen Villaruz-Gonzales, their legacy strong and tell their story to gen- today, a young woman joined my Congres- and they were selected for their dedication to erations to come. Together, we must ‘‘keep sional Staff to help serve our fellow West Vir- service in their community. They are terrific the Spirit of ’45 Alive.’’ I commend the resi- ginians in the midst of our State’s rich coal- examples of strong women that exhibit leader- dents of the Coachella Valley for their efforts fields. She hailed from the community of Hol- ship, selflessness, and perseverance. to do just that. den and still resides there near her parents’ Juanita immigrated to the United States in The Palm Springs Air Museum, where old home. 1958 from Rancho, Santa, Ilocos Sur, Phil- bombers like my dad’s stand proudly on dis- Though she was very young, she had a ippines. She married Louie V. Villaruz, and play, is hosting a ‘‘Spirit of ’45 Day’’ next burning passion to help people. And so she had three children—Suzanne, Arleen, and month to honor those who fought in World has, by the hundreds, nay thousands, over the Lounito. While supporting their young family, War II. Events like these serve as a worthy decades working from her home base in my Juanita and Louie were active in the United salute to this brave generation before we are Logan District Office. For years, once a week, Farm Workers of America’s efforts to change left with only their memory. The Palm Springs she did outreach work, bringing the constituent conditions and wages for farm laborers. In Air Museum is a community treasure and services of this Member of Congress to the 1970, Juanita found herself having to support labor of love for those dedicated to preserving good people of Mingo County. Working from three children on her own due to Louie’s sud- and sharing the history of our nation’s heroic the Mingo County seat of government in den death. She received training and worked aviators. It is well worth a visit for anyone who Williamson, she keeps me abreast of the im- as a psychiatric technician at Porterville State wants to learn more about the role our brave portant issues confronting the citizens of the Hospital. Juanita retired from the State of Cali- pilots and other service personnel played in Tug River Valley, the demarcation line of the fornia in 1995. many epic conflicts. I want to extend special famed Hatfield and McCoy Feud. As a member of many different organiza- thanks to the many volunteers and supporters To say she is a seasoned expert in agency tions, Juanita has stayed extremely active in who ensure the continued operation of this process, procedure and practice is an under- the Filipino community. She was a charter outstanding museum. statement. She knows constituent casework member of the Filipino-American (Fil-Am) Cul- In the early hours of June 6, 1944, General inside and out. More importantly, Mr. Speaker, tural and Educational Association and served Dwight Eisenhower told his troops that the she knows the families of the coalfields, where as president in 1976–77. She is also a mem- eyes of the world were upon them. Those they came from and where most of them are ber of the Filipino Catholic Association, words were powerful then, but still rings true headed. She knows this because she cares, Legionarios del Trabajo, the Filipino Commu- today. Indeed, the eyes of the world will al- cares deeply that people are treated justly, nity of Delano, and the Sons of Santa, of ways be upon the Greatest Generation, and I and that justice is meted in a timely manner. which she is a past president. hope you’ll join me in making every effort to She can scrap the varnish off truth faster and Juanita has always had a sense of service preserve their remarkable legacy, a legacy cleaner than anyone I know, whether you want and participation in her community which she that will never be diminished as long as the her to or not. has undoubtedly passed down to her children. Republic they fought so heroically to preserve In the office she laughs with family mem- Suzanne Villaruz was born in Delano and endures. bers when things go right for them, and at graduated from Delano High School in 1977.

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Mr. Speaker, during called the Distinguished Young Women of the Korean War, a war often forgotten by U.S. Delano. Outside of Junior Miss, Suzanne finds Thursday, July 26, 2012 history books, many brave soldiers fought and joy in volunteering. She has served as an al- sacrificed their lives in battles waged in brutal ternate on the Cecil Avenue Junior High Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise fighting conditions. In one such battle, Amer- School Site Council and chaired the School today to recognize Northwest Florida’s Sam ican forces were surprised by an over- Site Council at Delano High School.Suzanne Hazewinkel as a member of the 2012 United whelming Chinese military force at Jangjin gladly served several years on the Board of States Olympic Team. The Olympics are a Lake, also known as the Chosin Reservoir. Directors for Joshua Tree Council for Girl truly special event where nations from around From November 27 to December 13, 1950, Scouts and Junior League of Bakersfield. the world come together to compete as their these courageous American soldiers, including Since 2001, she has been a member of the fellow countrymen cheer them on, and when the 1st Marine Division, fought bravely to free Kiwanis Club of Delano and has twice served Sam steps to the mat in the 55 kilogram free- themselves from Chinese encirclement and as president. style wrestling category to represent our na- certain capture or death. Following this great Suzanne lives a very busy life working and tion, all of Northwest Florida will be cheering battle, seventeen allied soldiers received the dedicating her time to service, but family is him on. Congressional Medal of Honor, the highest also extremely important. Her most cherished From an illustrious wrestling family, Sam is honor this Nation can bestow upon a soldier, roles are that of mother to Nicole Ailina and more than seventy soldiers were awarded the first ever second generation Olympic wres- Villaruz and partner to Arnold Morrison. the Navy Cross. tler in U.S. history. His father, Dave, and In honor of these brave soldiers, and at the Arleen Villaruz-Gonzales, born just eleven uncle, Jim, both represented our country in months after her sister, is a 1978 graduate of request of two of my constituents, Richard Lilly Greco Roman wrestling at the 1968 and 1972 Delano High School. She graduated from Cali- of Wasilla, Alaska, and John Beasley of Palm- Olympics. Dave introduced his son to wres- fornia State University, Bakersfield with a er, Alaska, I recently introduced a bill to name Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Studies. tling at a young age, and coached Sam while one of the mountains in the Alaska Chugach She married Anthony Gonzales in 1981, and he competed at Pensacola Christian Acad- National Forest after this monumental battle. they have two beautiful children, Aaron and emy. At Pensacola Christian, Sam compiled a This bill, H.R. 5928, the Mount Chosin Few Aubree. perfect 140–0 record on his way to three Flor- Act, was intended to show support for the ida state championships. His success gained naming of this mountain, a mountain which Arleen has taught in the Delano Union him a scholarship to the University of Okla- would forever commemorate the 3,000 killed School District at Fremont, Del Vista, and homa, where he was a four time All-American, and 13,000 wounded American service mem- Princeton Schools. At Princeton, she was the bers in the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. first to ever receive the Teacher of the Year and he finished his collegiate career with an impressive 132–10 record. On June 15, 2012, the Board of Geographic award, and in 1994 was named to the Hall of Names (BGN), independent of my legislation, Fame as an Outstanding Teacher from Para- While Sam excelled on the mat, he also acted on an existing request from Mr. Lilly and mount Farms. learned the importance of perseverance. Sam Mr. Beasley, to name Mount Chosin Few. This Just like her mother and sister, Arleen is finished in third place in the NCAA champion- action was entirely within the Board’s existing very active in her community. She was a par- ships in his Freshman, Sophomore and Junior legal authority to address new name pro- ent liaison for Delano High School’s Theater seasons, and in his Senior season he came posals. I am pleased that the BGN voted Percussion Ensemble, United Spirit Associa- agonizingly close to capturing a national unanimously to name this mountain and, in tion camp counselor, AYSO Commissioner, championship before losing in overtime of the doing so, honor those who fought and died, and a troop leader for Girl Scouts. Following final match. During his collegiate career, Sam not just in this one battle, but during the entire in her mother’s footsteps, Arleen is a past also competed for a spot on the Olympic Korean War. president of the Fil-Am Cultural and Edu- team, finishing in third place in the 2004 Olym- Recently however, I have learned of some cational Association. pic Team Trials. In 2008, Sam competed concerns regarding the origin of the name, Suzanne and Arleen have served many or- again for a spot on the Olympic team, only to Chosin Reservoir and its American colloquial ganizations in tandem, but Philippine Week- fall short in the finals and finish as runner-up. roots. In 1950s, the United Nations provided end has always been at their hearts. In 1976, U.S. soldiers with Japanese maps of the Ko- Some may have given up after coming so rean Peninsula, as Korean maps were not Suzanne was crowned the first Miss Philippine close on two occasions, but Sam remained Weekend queen, and then had the distinct available. Due to the use of Japanese maps, dedicated and never gave up on his Olympic pleasure of crowning Arleen the following U.S. forces and U.S. news sources used the dream. He switched from Greco Roman to year. Japanese name ‘‘Chosin,’’ instead of the Ko- Freestyle wrestling, but he came into the 2012 rean name ‘‘Jangjin,’’ to describe the body of Two decades after being crowned, Suzanne trials as the underdog. Sam reached the finals water around which this great battle was was part of a reorganization of Philippine determined to win, but he started off the best- waged. Consequently, given the great heroics Weekend, when they returned to encouraging of-three finals with a loss in the first match. In of this battle and the play on words between the youth of Delano to participate and take the second match, he battled back from an ‘‘chosen’’ and ‘‘Chosin,’’ the Battle at Jangjin leadership positions in the organization. This early deficit to pull out a win in overtime to Lake has been known, by most Americans, as proudly continues today. Suzanne and Arleen force a decisive third match. He won the third the Battle of Chosin Reservoir. Additionally, are very proud and supportive of the young and final match in dramatic fashion, in over- the media-friendly nicknames stemming from people they have worked with who have be- this battle, such as ‘‘Frozen Chosin’’ and ‘‘The come successful in their professional and vol- time, to fulfill his Olympic dream and cement his legacy as a role model for hard work, dedi- Chosin Few,’’ have also been adopted into unteer lives. Philippine Weekend is now a suc- American history. cessful nonprofit organization. cation and perseverance in the face of adver- sity. Please know that I understand and appre- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ciate the concerns of the Korean people and in recognizing the 2012 Philippine Weekend Mr. Speaker, I am privileged to rise on be- government about the difference in the names Grand Marshals—Juanita Quiocho Villaruz, half of Florida’s First Congressional District to ‘‘Jangin Lake’’ and ‘‘Chosin Reservoir.’’ Such Suzanne Villaruz, and Arleen Villaruz- recognize Northwest Florida’s own Sam cultural sensitivities are significant and remind Gonzales—for their outstanding contributions Hazewinkel and wish him the best as he rep- us of the amazingly complex differences that to the community of Delano and the San Joa- resents our country and competes for an exist not only within ethnicities and countries, quin Valley. Olympic gold medal. but also within individual people as well. In the

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lieve their sacrifice has earned them the grati- acknowledge and honor Modesto Police Chief CONGRATULATING THE MAC- tude of both of our nations and the right to Mike Harden, who will be retiring on August 3, ARTHUR MUSEUM OF ARKANSAS name a mountain in Alaska whatever name 2012, after serving in law enforcement for MILITARY HISTORY they believe will most appropriately honor their nearly three decades. As a teenager, Chief Harden began volun- fallen comrades. I hope the Korean govern- teering as an Explorer; and as soon as he HON. TIM GRIFFIN ment, and the people they serve, understand was able, he applied to the police academy. OF ARKANSAS that the sacrifices made by those who have Chief Mike Harden began his career as a pa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fought and died in the name of freedom are trol officer at Modesto Police Department and, far more meaningful than the origin of the Thursday, July 26, 2012 for the last 28 years, has worked his way name of a mountain in Alaska. through the ranks. He served as Assistant Po- Mr. GRIFFIN of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I f lice Chief from November of 2003 to June of rise today to congratulate the MacArthur Mu- CONGRATULATORY REMARKS FOR 2009, when he was named Acting Chief of Po- seum of Arkansas Military History on the OBTAINING THE RANK OF EAGLE lice. His permanent appointment to Chief of opening of their newest exhibit, ‘‘Vietnam: SCOUT Police occurred in February of 2010. America’s Conflict.’’ Chief Harden holds a Bachelor of Science I am proud to represent the MacArthur Mu- HON. SANDY ADAMS degree in Criminal Justice Administration and seum of Arkansas Military History, which is lo- is a graduate of the FBI National Academy cated in Little Rock, Arkansas. The Museum OF FLORIDA Class, the WestPoint Leadership Program at opened to the public in May 2001 and is lo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Los Angeles Police Department, and Cali- cated in the historic Arsenal Building of the Lit- Thursday, July 26, 2012 fornia Command College. He has lived in Mo- tle Rock Arsenal. Mrs. ADAMS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to desto since 1970 and is a graduate of The Arsenal Building was constructed in congratulate Matthew Winchester for achieving Modesto’s Davis High School. 1840, and it is the only surviving remnant of the rank of Eagle Scout. Harden has committed himself to a focus of the original Little Rock Arsenal and one of For his Eagle Scout project, Matthew pro- sustained crime reduction efforts, especially in central Arkansas’s oldest structures. vided several tetherball sets to benefit a local the area of gang violence. He set a goal for The future General of the Army, Douglas summer youth camp. Throughout the history lower crime rates, which the Department met MacArthur, was born in the Arsenal Building of the Boy Scouts of America, the rank of after he was appointed. Chief Harden insti- while his father, Captain Arthur MacArthur, Eagle Scout has only been attained through tuted several internal changes to the organiza- was stationed in Little Rock. dedication to concepts such as honor, duty, tion to better address the crime and gang vio- Through its displays and exhibits as well as country and charity. By applying these con- lence and attributed critical partnerships with its outreach into the community, the MacArthur cepts to daily life, Matthew has proven his true businesses, non-profits, and citizens as a sig- Museum provides insight into Arkansas’s rich and complete understanding of their mean- nificant key to his successful approach to military history and tradition—from its territorial ings, and thereby deserves this honor. curbing criminal activity. Chief Harden has period until present. I offer my congratulations on a job well done done a great job reorganizing the Police De- The Museum stands as a memorial to the and best wishes for the future. partment, delivering positive results for our proud history and dedication of Arkansas’s f community while implementing 25-percent re- men and women who served in and supported duction in staffing levels. our nation’s armed forces both at home and OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL Modesto’s Fallen Officers Memorial wall was abroad. DEBT erected and dedicated under Chief Harden’s The newest exhibit, ‘‘Vietnam: America’s leadership. This wall was a community driven Conflict,’’ which will open on Friday, July 27, effort and honors Modesto officers who died in HON. MIKE COFFMAN 2012, will examine the origins and conflicts of the line of duty. Chief Harden has also devel- OF COLORADO the Vietnam war and the contributions our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES oped a new mission and vision statement fo- cusing on serving the Modesto community state and its citizens made. It will also honor Thursday, July 26, 2012 with professionalism, pride, and integrity for the 600 gallant Arkansans who lost their lives Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, the Modesto Police Department. during the Vietnam war. on January 20, 2009, the day President Chief Harden has committed his life to serv- The MacArthur Museum stands as a memo- Obama took office, the national debt was ing the Modesto community every day and rial to the brave men and women who, $10,626,877,048,913.08. has worked diligently to keep its residents and throughout our history, have sacrificed—some Today, it is $15,874,859,322,768.40. We’ve their property safe. Chief Harden has been an making the ultimate sacrifice—out of their de- added $5,247,982,273,855.32 to our debt in outstanding and highly effective Police Chief sire to serve our Nation. Each visitor, through just over 3 years. This is debt our nation, our whose quiet and steady leadership is an ex- their presence at the Museum, extends their economy, and our children could have avoided cellent example of how to serve others. While gratitude and honors these Arkansans. with a balanced budget amendment. his service has been greatly appreciated and I congratulate the MacArthur Museum of Ar- On this day in 1947, President Harry S Tru- will be missed, I am confident that his leader- kansas Military History on its opening of this man signed the National Security Act, creating ship and example will continue to serve and exciting exhibit, and I congratulate the men the Department of Defense, the National Se- protect Modesto long into the future. and women at the Museum who each day pre- curity Council, the Central Intelligence Agency, Chief Harden is married to Lori and they serve Arkansas’s proud military history and and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. We must balance have two children: Brad, a Naval Academy tradition so that it can be shared by this and the budget to ensure proper funding for orga- graduate, and their daughter, Lindsey, who is future generations. It is an honor to represent nizations that keep us safe. currently attending college at UC Davis. you.

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