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HONORING THIS YEARS KQED’S Community College Gospel Choir. He provides leadership skills and personal responsibility. LOCAL HERO AWARD RECIPIENTS guidance to adults and children alike, as well They develop the rules and standards to ad- as to stars like Linda Ronstadt and the Kronos here to and work together to accomplish their HON. TOM LANTOS Quartet. Terrance won an Emmy Award for many goals, and objectives. Interestingly, OF CALIFORNIA the 1995 choral arrangement of the Oakland Troop 65 is also known locally as the ‘‘Cook- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Interfaith Gospel Choir’s KGO–TV public serv- ing Troop.’’ Troop 65’s scouts have learned ice announcement. through the years to prepare and cook such Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Mr. Speaker, Mikael Wagner is a leader in delicious meals as chicken stir-fry, peach cob- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, we have just re- the public health field. He has sought to em- bler, and double chocolate cake. cently commemorated our national holiday power those disenfranchised populations in Beyond the culinary arts, Troop 65 partici- recognizing the legacy of Martin Luther King the Bay Area, and has been instrumental in pates in many outdoor activities. The Troop Jr. and we are about to enter February, the HIV/AIDS awareness and prevention cam- camps one weekend a month in places month designated Black History Month. We as paigns. He is also the founder and president throughout southeastern Pennsylvania, Mary- a nation recognize and celebrate the contribu- of Promotions West, a public relations firm land, Delaware, and New Jersey. In addition tions of African Americans to our society. As that helps local and national organizations im- to the traditional camping trips, Troop 65 also part of that celebration, KQED Public Broad- plement community outreach strategies. He participates in such ‘‘High Adventures’’ as ca- casting has recognized six individuals and I established a financial literacy training pro- noeing on the Shenandoah River. Also, each rise today in order to pay tribute to these six, gram called ‘‘MoneyWi$e’’, which has bene- July, Troop 65 sends a contingent to the who have made significant contributions to the fited thousands of people. Philmont Scout Ranch in New Mexico. This African American community. In the arts, Sally Joan Baker and Andre group is a select bunch who are elected to KQED has provided the Bay Area with high White are proven leaders capable of influ- participate by peers and the Troop contributes quality noncommercial media since 1954. The encing their community on a grand scale. Ms. half the fees for this trip. station call letters represent an acronym for Baker has worked for the last 20 years trying Troop 65 is also actively involved in environ- the Latin ‘‘quod erat demonstrandum’’ (which to reach at-risk children through poetry. Sally mental stewardship. The Troop participates in was to be demonstrated) a motto the station is the Executive Producer and host of WEE the Adopt-a-Highway program on the Route has continuously lived up to by airing pro- POETS, a weekly television program where 30 bypass in the area, which includes quar- gramming that makes its listeners think, feel children ages 7 to 13 recite original poems on terly trips up and down the two mile stretch of and explore new ideas. As part of its commit- camera. She allows children to express them- road to collect litter. ment to the public KQED recognizes and re- selves through poetry in front of a wide audi- In addition, Troop 65 has the distinguished wards those who work tirelessly, and some- ence. She provides free television technician honor of having graduated over 50 Eagle times thanklessly, to try and better the place internships to unskilled, at-risk teens. The in- Scouts. The Eagle Scouts from Troop 65 have they live with a ‘‘Local Hero Award’’. The ternships have led 95 percent of participants participated in numerous Eagle service Award spotlights the achievements in par- to major in broadcasting when they go to col- projects across the region, including such lo- ticular individuals and profiles them with lege. cations as the Brandywine Valley Association, KQED programming throughout the month. Mr. Andre White is a renowned portrait Okehocking Nature Preserve, West Chester This year KQED has chosen six extraor- painter. He was commissioned to paint the Presbyterian Church, Uwchlan Friends Meet- dinary individuals who have dedicated their portrait of our friend and former colleague, ing House, and the Exton Community Baptist lives to improving their community. I would like Congressman Ron Dellums in 1996, which Church. to share a few words about each of these well hangs in the House Armed Services Com- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join deserving recipients. mittee Room. Andre received a commission me in congratulating the scouts, great leaders, Mr. Speaker, three of the recipients, Dr. for the portrait of District Court Judge Vanessa and scout parents of Troop 65 past and Veronica Hunt, Dr. J. Alfred Smith Sr. and Gilmore and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Andre’s present for the outstanding contributions they Terrance Kelly, have been tremendous exam- works are displayed in private and public col- have made in their community and for the ples in the field of education. Dr. Hunt has lections across the nation. positive development of the moral, physical, worked for the last 35 years to expand edu- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me and emotional well-being of the young men cational and job-training opportunities for the in recognizing the achievements of these ex- who have participated in the Troop over the residents in her community. As the dean of traordinary Bay Area residents. These activists past 50 years. the Southeast Campus of City College of San are shaping the future of the next generation f Francisco, she has expanded the school’s cur- through the arts, in education and in the field riculum and instituted new programs, including of public health. Their contributions to the Afri- IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF the Partnership to Achieve Academic Success, can American community are of the utmost JUDGE JOHN V. CORRIGAN a wonderful mentoring program. She recently importance and will be cherished for years to became involved in a program that moves in- come. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH carcerated young people from the penal sys- f OF OHIO tem to college. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dr. Smith is the Senior Pastor at the Allen HONORING BOY SCOUT TROOP 65 Temple Baptist Church as well as a professor OF EXTON, PENNSYLVANIA Wednesday, January 26, 2005 at the American Baptist Seminary of the West Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in in Berkeley, California. He has ranked among HON. JIM GERLACH honor and remembrance of Judge John V. the 100 Most Influential Black Americans, and OF PENNSYLVANIA Corrigan, retired Ohio Appellate Judge, United was named one of the Top 15 Greatest Black IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES States Veteran, beloved husband, father, Preachers of 1993. Dr. Smith has authored 16 friend and mentor to many. His brilliant legacy books, spoken throughout the world, and Wednesday, January 26, 2005 is reflected in the courtroom and throughout earned numerous awards, including the Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to our community, where he was admired and re- Greenlining Institute’s Lifetime Achievement honor Boy Scout Troop 65 of Exton, Pennsyl- spected for his insight, integrity and sincere Award. vania on the occasion of their 50th Anniver- concern for the people of Cleveland. Mr. Kelly provides guidance to many in the sary. Judge Corrigan’s steadfast work ethic and community through music. Terrance is the Ar- Troop 65 is a tremendous group of young strong sense of service to others were inex- tistic Director at the Oakland Interfaith Gospel men that practices the policy of ‘‘boy-led and tricable facets of who he was and character- Choir, as well as the director of the Foothill boy-run’’ in the development of team work, ized how he lived his life. He grew up in

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VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K26JA8.001 E26PT1 E82 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 Cleveland, graduated from St. Ignatius High eral government. Because ‘‘he who pays the come an increasingly popular, and successful, School, then worked his way through John piper calls the tune,’’ public, and even private method of educating children. Home schooled Carroll University, where he graduated in schools, are paying greater attention to the children out-perform their public school peers 1943. Shortly thereafter, Judge Corrigan en- dictates of federal ‘‘educrats’’ while ignoring by 30 to 37 percentile points across all sub- listed in the Army, where he participated in the wishes of the parents to an ever greater jects on nationally standardized achievement five European campaigns as a surgical techni- degree. As such, the lack of consumer sov- exams. Home schooling parents spend thou- cian during World War II. ereignty in education is destroying parental sands of dollars annually, in addition to the After the war, he earned a law degree from control of education and replacing it with state wages forgone by the spouse who forgoes the Western Reserve University School of control. Loss of control is a key reason why so outside employment, in order to educate their Law, and began a private law practice. Judge many of America’s parents express dis- children in the loving environment of the Corrigan served on the Cleveland Municipal satisfaction with the educational system. home. Court from 1953 until 1956 He was elected to According to a June 2001 poll by Ultimately, Mr. Speaker, this bill is about the Cuyahoga County Court of Common Pleas McLaughlin and Associates, two-thirds of freedom. Parental control of child rearing, es- in 1956, where he served until 1973. In 1991, Americans believe education tax credits would pecially education, is one of the bulwarks of Judge Corrigan retired after serving three have a positive effect on American education. liberty. No nation can remain free when the terms on the 8th Ohio District Court of Ap- This poll also found strong support for edu- state has greater influence over the knowl- peals. His unequalled work ethic, keen legal cation tax credits among liberals, moderates, edge and values transmitted to children than mind, and uncompromising professional integ- conservatives, low-income individuals, and Af- the family. rity continuously garnered the respect and ad- rican-Americans. This is just one of numerous By moving to restore the primacy of parents miration of all members of the court. While studies and public opinion polls showing that to education, the Family Education Freedom Chairman of the Civil Rules Committee, Judge Americans want Congress to get the federal Act will not only improve America’s education, Corrigan was a leader in the successful effort bureaucracy out of the schoolroom and give it will restore a parent’s right to choose how to streamline and unify the court process re- parents more control over their children’s edu- best to educate one’s own child, a funda- garding civil cases. His dedication on behalf of cation. mental freedom that has been eroded by the the public good was present throughout his Today, Congress can fulfill the wishes of the increase in federal education expenditures and work, and served to uplift our entire judicial American people for greater control over their the corresponding decrease in the ability of system. children’s education by simply allowing par- parents to provide for their children’s edu- Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me ents to keep more of their hard-earned money cation out of their own pockets. I call on all my in honor and remembrance of Judge John V to spend on education rather than force them colleagues to join me in allowing parents to Corrigan. Courage, vision and integrity defined to send it to Washington to support education devote more of their resources to their chil- his life, and he will be greatly missed by those programs reflective only of the values and pri- dren’s education and less to feed the wasteful who knew and loved him well. I extend my orities of Congress and the federal bureauc- Washington bureaucracy by supporting the deepest condolences to his beloved wife, Ei- racy. Family Education Freedom Act. leen; to his children, Clare, Kate, Mary Ann, The $3,000 tax credit will make a better f Eileen, Tom, Dan and Jack; and to his be- education affordable for millions of parents. INTRODUCTION OF ROCKY FLATS loved grandchildren, extended family and Mr. Speaker, many parents who would SPECIAL EXPOSURE COHORT ACT many friends. Judge Corrigan’s life was one of choose to send their children to private, reli- joy, energy and unwavering service to others. gious, or parochial schools are unable to af- His faith in our system of justice will continue ford the tuition, in large part because of the HON. MARK UDALL to serve as a guiding force and brilliant exam- enormous tax burden imposed on the Amer- OF COLORADO ple of truth, fairness and equity for all. ican family by Washington. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f The Family Education Freedom Act also Wednesday, January 26, 2005 benefits parents who choose to send their chil- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, today THE FAMILY EDUCATION dren to public schools. Parents of children in I am again introducing a bill to make it more FREEDOM ACT public schools may use this credit to help im- likely that red tape and missing documents will prove their local schools by helping finance not frustrate Congress’s attempt to provide HON. RON PAUL the purchase of educational tools such as compensation and care for some nuclear- OF TEXAS computers or to ensure their local schools can weapons workers made sick by on-job expo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES offer enriching extracurricular activities such sure to radiation. as music programs. Parents of public school Wednesday, January 26, 2005 The bill is similar to one I introduced in the students may also wish to use the credit to 108th Congress. Like that bill, this one is co- Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to intro- pay for special services, such as tutoring, for sponsored by my colleague from Colorado, duce the Family Education Freedom Act, a bill their children. Mr. BEAUPREZ. I greatly appreciate his support. to empower millions of working and middle- Increasing parental control of education is The bill would revise the part of the Energy class Americans to choose a non-public edu- superior to funneling more federal tax dollars, Employees Occupational Injury Compensation cation for their children, as well as making it followed by greater federal control, into the Act (‘‘the Act’’) that specifies which covered easier for parents to actively participate in im- schools. According to a Manhattan Institute workers are part of what the law designates proving public schools. The Family Education study of the effects of state policies promoting as the ‘‘Special Exposure Cohort.’’ Freedom Act accomplishes its goals by allow- parental control over education, a minimal in- The revision would extend this ‘‘special ex- ing American parents a tax credit of up to crease in parental control boosts students’ av- posure cohort’’ status to Department of Energy $3,000 for the expenses incurred in sending erage SAT verbal score by 21 points and stu- employees, Department of Energy contractor their child to private, public, parochial, other dents’ SAT math score by 22 points! The employees, or atomic weapons employees— religious school, or for home schooling their Manhattan Institute study also found that in- all terms defined by the current law—who children. creasing parental control of education is the have worked at the Rocky Flats site, in Colo- The Family Education Freedom Act returns best way to improve student performance on rado, for at least 250 days or will have worked the fundamental principle of a truly free econ- the National Assessment of Education there that long by January 1, 2006. omy to America’s education system: what the Progress (NAEP) tests. The result would be to help provide the great economist Ludwig von Mises called Clearly, enactment of the Family Education Act’s benefits to any of those workers who ‘‘consumer sovereignty.’’ Consumer sov- Freedom Act is the best thing this Congress contracted a radiation-linked cancer specified ereignty simply means consumers decide who could do to improve public education. Further- in the Act after beginning employment at succeeds or fails in the market. Businesses more, a greater reliance on parental expendi- Rocky Flats. that best satisfy consumer demand will be the tures rather than government tax dollars will As the law now stands, before a Rocky most successful. Consumer sovereignty is the help make the public schools into true commu- Flats worker suffering from a covered cancer means by which the free market maximizes nity schools that reflect the wishes of parents can receive benefits, it must be established human happiness. and the interests of the students. that the cancer is as likely as not to have re- Currently, consumers are less than sov- The Family Education Freedom Act will also sulted from on-the-job exposure to radiation. ereign in the education ‘‘market.’’ Funding de- aid those parents who choose to educate their That sounds like a reasonable require- cisions are increasingly controlled by the fed- children at home. Home schooling has be- ment—and it would be appropriate for Rocky

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.001 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E83 Flats if we had adequate documentation of ra- under the Act is in error. The default values HONORING THE SERVICE OF PAUL diation exposures for the years when it was used for particle size and solubility of the inter- KEARNS TO THE IDAHO NA- producing nuclear-weapons components as nally deposited plutonium in workers are in TIONAL ENGINEERING AND ENVI- well as for the more recent time when DOE error. Use of these erroneous values reduces RONMENTAL LABORATORY and its contractors have been working to clean the actual internal doses for claimants by as it up and prepare it for closure. much as 3 to 10 times less than the Rocky HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON However, in fact there were serious short- Flats records and autopsy data indicate. OF IDAHO comings in the monitoring of Rocky Flats Some Rocky Flats workers, despite having IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES workers’ radiation exposures and in the nec- worked with tons of plutonium and having essary recordkeeping—to say nothing of the known exposures leading to serious health ef- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 slowness of the current administrative process fects, have been denied compensation under Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to for making the required determinations con- the Act as a result of potentially flawed cal- thank Dr. Paul Kearns of Idaho Falls for his cerning links between exposure and employ- culations based on records that are incom- service as Laboratory Director of the Idaho ment. plete or in error as well as the use of incorrect National Engineering and Environmental Lab- This means there is a real risk that a signifi- models. oratory (INEEL). cant number of Rocky Flats workers who Mr. Speaker, since early in my tenure in On February 1, Paul’s tenure as Laboratory should be able to benefit from the Act will not Congress I have worked to make good on Director will come to an end and I want to obtain its benefits in a timely manner or will be promises of a fairer deal for the nuclear-weap- thank Paul and his wife Lynn for their contribu- denied them entirely. ons workers who helped America win the Cold tion to Idaho. Paul has guided the INEEL The bill would prevent this miscarriage of War. That was why enactment and improve- through a time of great change and challenge justice, by recognizing that Rocky Flats work- ment of the compensation Act has been one and he has been a true friend and champion ers have been plagued by the same kinds of of my top priorities. I saw this as a very impor- of the lab and its employees. administrative problems that entangled work- tant matter for our country—and especially for When Paul took over as INEEL Laboratory ers at some other locations—administrative many Coloradans because our state is home Director, he reached out to employees, DOE problems that were addressed through inclu- to the Rocky Flats site, which for decades was and the Idaho congressional delegation to im- sion in the Act of the provisions related to the a key part of the nuclear-weapons complex. prove communication and understanding. That ‘‘Special Exposure Cohort.’’ Now the site’s military mission has ended, effort has helped the INEEL grow and prosper My understanding of the need for this bill and the Rocky Flats workers are pressing to under Paul’s leadership. came from meeting with Rocky Flats workers complete the job of cleaning it up and pre- Under Dr. Kearns’ guidance, the research and their representatives and from consulting paring it for closure. But while they are taking and development programs of the INEEL have experts. care of the site, we in Congress need to take experienced significant growth and so has the I have particularly benefited from the great care of them and the others who worked there recognition of the lab’s accomplishments. The experience and expertise of Dr. Robert in the past. growth in R&D programs coupled with a ster- Bistline. Dr. Bistline has served as Program That was the purpose of the compensation ling safety and performance record give the Manager of the Energy Department’s Over- act. I am very proud that I was able to help new Idaho National Laboratory a strong foun- sight of Radiation Protection Program at the achieve its enactment, but I am also aware dation for future growth and success. Rocky Flats field office and has few if any that it is not perfect. Last year Congress made Paul has been a respected leader in Idaho peers in terms of his understanding of the important changes that will remedy some of its serving as a member of Governor problems addressed by the bill. shortcomings. This bill will make it better yet. Kempthorne’s Science and Technology Advi- In particular, the bill reflects these aspects For the benefit of our colleagues, I am at- sory Council and a board member of the of Rocky Flats history— taching an outline of the bill’s provisions: Idaho Nature Conservancy. Many worker exposures were unmonitored Paul and the Bechtel team have been very SECTION 1: SHORT TITLE, FINDINGS, AND PURPOSE over the lifetime of the plant. Even within the good for Idaho and the INEEL and while their Subsection (a) provides a short title, ‘‘Rocky past month a former worker from the 1950’s association with the lab will soon end, we Flats Special Cohort Act.’’ was monitored under the Former Radiation want to thank them for their efforts and sup- Subsection (b) sets forth several findings re- Worker Program and found to have a signifi- port. I want to wish Paul and Lynn all the best garding the need for the legislation. cant internal deposition that had been unde- as they embark on new challenges and oppor- Subsection ( c) states the bill’s purpose: ‘‘to tected and unrecorded for more than 50 years. tunities. revise the Energy Employees Occupational Ill- No lung counter for detecting and meas- f uring plutonium and americium in the lungs ness Compensation Act so as to include cer- existed at Rocky Flats until the late 1960’s. tain past and present Rocky Flats workers as REGARDING THE INTRODUCITON Without this equipment the very insoluble members of the special exposure cohort.’’ OF SPIRIT CORRIDOR LEGISLA- oxide forms of plutonium cannot be detected SECTION 2: DEFINITION OF MEMBER OF SPECIAL TION and a large number of workers had inhalation EXPOSURE COHORT exposures that went undetected and Subsection (a) amends section 3621(14) of HON. TOM UDALL unmeasured. the Energy Employees Occupational Injury OF NEW MEXICO Exposure to neutron radiation was not mon- Compensation Act (EEOICPA). The effect of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES itored until the late 1950’s and most of those the amendment is to provide that a person measurements through 1970 have been found employed by the Department of Energy or any Wednesday, January 26, 2005 to be in error. In some areas of the plant the of its contractors for an aggregate of at least Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, it neutron doses were as much as 2 to 10 times 250 work days at Rocky Flats before January gives me great pleasure to rise today to intro- as great as the gamma doses received by 1, 2006 would be a ‘‘member of the Special duce companion legislation to a bill being in- workers but only gamma doses were re- Exposure Cohort.’’ Under EEOICPA, a mem- troduced by Senator BINGAMAN of New Mexico corded. The old neutron films are being re- ber of the special exposure cohort suffering in the Senate. The Senator and I also intro- read but those doses have not yet been from one of the cancers specified in the Act is duced this legislation during the 108th Con- added to the workers records or been used in covered by the Act if the cancer was con- gress and I am hopeful that we will make fur- NIOSH’s dose reconstructions for Rocky Flats tracted after the person began employment at ther progress on this issue during this session. workers. a covered facility. I am also very pleased to be joined once Radiation exposures for many workers were Subsection (b) provides that someone em- again by my colleagues Mr. JERRY MORAN of not measured or were missing, therefore, the ployed by the Energy Department or any of its Kansas, Mr. FRANK LUCAS of Oklahoma, Mr. records are incomplete or estimated doses contractors for an aggregate of at least 250 MAC THORNBERRY, Mr. SILVESTRE REYES and were assigned. There are many inaccuracies work days at Rocky Flats before January 1, Mr. RANDY NEUGEBAUER of Texas, and Mr. in the exposure records that NIOSH is using 2006 may apply for compensation or benefits STEVE PEARCE, one of my colleagues in the to determine whether Rocky Flats workers under EEOICPA even if the person had pre- New Mexico delegation, in introducing this leg- qualify for compensation under the Act. viously been denied compensation or benefits islation. Each of these Members were cospon- The model that has been used for dose re- under the Act. This is to make clear that the sors last Congress and are demonstrating construction by NIOSH in determining whether subsection (a)’s change in the law will apply to their commitment to achieving this corridor Rocky Flats workers qualify for compensation people who had applied previously. designation by joining me again.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.004 E26PT1 E84 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 This bill seeks to designate U.S. Highway across New York State, children in dire need Board of Supervisors, who is being honored 54 as a high priority corridor on the National of special care and assistance. The tireless on the occasion of his retirement. Mr. Reese Highway System. The corridor would be and selfless work of organizations like the Par- was first elected to serve the citizens of Del known as the Southwest Passage Initiative for sons Child and Family Center constitutes the Norte County in 1993. He has been an excep- Regional and Interstate Transportation Cor- foundation of our nation’s communities and tional public servant throughout his long and ridor, or the SPIRIT Corridor. U.S. 54 runs embodies the true spirit of the United States. prestigious career. from the border with Mexico at El Paso, America’s greatness is found in ordinary citi- Jack Burle Reese received an Associate of Texas, through New Mexico, Texas, and Okla- zens performing extraordinary acts of kind- Arts Degree in Police Science from Butte Col- homa, to Wichita, Kansas. This legislation will ness. lege, a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice help improve transportation infrastructure and The Parsons Child and Family Center is due from California State University, Sacramento stimulate economic development in the com- recognition for their work with the American and holds a lifetime Teaching Credential. He munities and states through which U.S. High- family. We should honor the devoted staff of served the people of California as a Law En- way 54 passes. this organization, not only for the lives they forcement Officer for 30 years. Mr. Speaker, those who live in the eastern touch and the families they heal, but for the In twelve years of service as a member of United States know that communities are example they set for us all. the Del Norte County Board of Supervisors, more compact and the commutes much short- I ask my fellow members of the House of Jack Reese championed many issues to im- er. For the intermountain west, on the other Representatives to send our gratitude to the prove the lives of his constituents and to bring hand, it is not unheard of for people to have Parsons Child and Family Center for its most prosperity to the community. He provided to commute 80 miles to work and 80 miles praiseworthy work. leadership for Del Norte County as Chairman back home. That is just one of the reasons f of the Northern Rural Training & Employment designating U.S. 54 as a high priority corridor Consortium, as Chairman of the Solid Waste is so important to improving the transportation IN RECOGNITION OF MARY Management Authority, as a member of the infrastructure and promoting economic devel- COLEMAN GILMER Regional Air Quality Control Board and as opment. Safe and efficient highways are crit- Chairman of the Local Transportation Com- ical to all types of traffic, whether it be tourists HON. MIKE ROGERS mission. In addition, he served on the Del visiting or goods being shipped from point to OF ALABAMA Norte Senior Center Board of Directors and point. Designating U.S. 54 as a High Priority IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Local Agency Formation Commission. Jack was a Command Sergeant Major in Corridor will make it eligible for additional fed- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 eral grants and transportation funds, which the U.S. Army and was a highly regarded will, in turn, help upgrade the highway and im- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I member of the Crescent City Police Depart- prove its safety and efficiency. rise today to pay tribute to Mrs. Mary Coleman ment and the Del Norte County Sheriff’s De- I was pleased that the SPIRIT Corridor des- Gilmer on the celebration of her 100th birth- partment. He attained management and exec- ignation was included in H.R. 3550 during the day. utive certificates from the Commission on 108th Congress, and will again seek inclusion Mrs. Gilmer was born January 24, 1905 in Peace Officer Standards as well as special- of the designation in any transportation reau- Monroe County, Alabama, and is the oldest of ized certification from the State Department of thorization legislation we consider this session. eleven siblings. In 1926 she married Gaddie Education and the Federal Bureau of Inves- I urge my colleagues in the House to support Gilmer, and moved to Montgomery where the tigation. the addition of the SPIRIT Corridor to the list couple first lived. Mrs. Gilmer graduated from As a private entrepreneur, he owned and of high priority corridors in our National High- Alabama State Teacher’s College in the operated Reese Hydro Farms for over twenty way System. 1940s. years. He is a member of the Crescent City Car Club and founded the Sea Cruise car f Mary Gilmer has been a servant of the Lord all her life, Mr. Speaker, having shared her event. He is a Harley-Davidson enthusiast, an HONORING PARSONS CHILD AND love with family, friends and associates. She is accomplished photographer, an amateur as- FAMILY CENTER known as a generous person, having given tronomer and a passionate karaoke singer. money and shelter to those in need over the Jack Reese is a native of Bellflower, Cali- HON. JOHN E. SWEENEY years, all without want of recognition or thanks fornia who has shared his life with his wife of 38 years, Kathryn. They have three children, OF NEW YORK for her deeds. Greg, Ryan and Angela and three grandsons. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mary Gilmer is an active Christian, and has served as Minister of Music for the Shiloh Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Baptist Church Choir, the Branch Grove Mis- that we recognize Jack B. Reese for his com- Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to sionary Baptist Church Choir, the St. James mitment and dedication to his profession and take this opportunity to recognize and honor Missionary Baptist Church Choir in Deatsville, for his service to the people of California. an organization that has provided compas- and the Revelation Missionary Baptist Church f sionate and dedicated service to children and Choir. She is also a former member of the Old HONORING FIRST LIEUTENANT families in New York for over 175 years. The Ship of the Eastern Star Lodge #343. DIANE GARRISON Parsons Child and Family Center and their To this day, Mrs. Gilmer still walks to St. hardworking staff currently serve more than James Baptist Church and frequently appears HON. DALE E. KILDEE 7,000 children and their families, by providing on many community programs such as the OF MICHIGAN residential and foster care services and by Nat King Cole Society program and the Mont- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES specializing in special education prevention gomery Tuskegee Times Black History Awards and mental health services. Banquet. She also loves playing the piano. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 The mission of the Parsons Child and Fam- Let us all pause to honor Mrs. Mary Cole- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you ily Center has evolved over time. Starting as man Gilmer today, Mr. Speaker, and join in today on behalf of the courageous men and a foster home for destitute children, this orga- the celebration of this blessed milestone in her women of the Michigan State Police. Day after nization’s primary goal today is the preserva- long and fruitful life. day, these brave individuals work together to tion of families. It has become a treatment-ori- f ensure safe streets for the citizens of Michi- ented institution offering intensive, therapeutic gan. On Friday, January 28, the Michigan services to emotionally disturbed children. The HONORING JACK B. REESE, DEL State Police will gather to celebrate the retire- Parsons Child and Family Center recognizes NORTE COUNTY, CALIFORNIA ment of First Lieutenant Diane Garrison, after the vital role that a family plays in the upbring- 25 years of dedicated service to the force. ing of our children, and it does all it can to HON. MIKE THOMPSON Diane Garrison enlisted with the Michigan prevent the need for foster care placement. OF CALIFORNIA State Police June 11, 1979, and graduated on After a period of rehabilitation, the Parsons IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES September 26. During her distinguished ca- Child and Family Center endeavors to return reer, she has been stationed at several posts, these children to their families and commu- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 including Bay City, Lansing, Detroit, Brighton, nities as soon as possible. Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Coldwater, and ultimately Flint, where she The Parsons Center provides invaluable I rise today to recognize Jack B. Reese, mem- served as Post Commander until her retire- services to countless children and families ber and Chairman of the Del Norte County ment on December 31, 2004.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.008 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E85 As a State Trooper, Diane has made it her adventures, up to 55 typed pages from one reduce their energy costs, they also conserve life’s work to protect and defend human dignity Rosie. Over 2,000 Rosies have donated their energy for America, helping toward energy and the quality of life for our citizens. Many precious mementos, treasured for over 50 self-sufficiency and reduced dependence on people, myself included, have greatly bene- years, and now delivered to the safekeeping foreign oil. fited from her experience and leadership. This of the Park. Lynn then went on to design the Nation’s extends to the community as well, where Her career in the Park Service spans 27 first education program to help low-income Diane is a proud member of St. James Catho- years. Prior to moving to California for this and non-English speaking communities under- lic Church in Mason, and serves as a Kinder- new position, Ms. Hart worked for 12 years in stand the deregulation of the telephone indus- garten Religion Education teacher. the Washington, D.C. headquarters. She was try, enabling them to obtain and keep vital Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize the the first National Program Coordinator for the telephone service at the lowest possible cost. accomplishments and career of Diane Garri- National Heritage Areas which are partnership She designed a program to help millions of son. I ask my colleagues in the 109th Con- areas privately owned and managed in co- low-income people understand the privacy and gress to join me in congratulating her for her operation with the NPS. Previous to that Ms. security implications of new telephone tech- unwavering commitment to justice, and wish- Hart developed the Conservation Study Insti- nology. In this effort, she created education ing her well in her retirement as well as all her tute, now operated in partnership with the Uni- materials in 32 languages and Braille so that, future endeavors. versity of Vermont and the new Marsh Billings for the first time, major telephone companies f National Historical Park in Woodstock, were able to reach California’s huge immigrant Vermont. Ms. Hart served in the Washington populations through community action agen- RETIREMENT TRIBUTE TO JUDY Office of Legislation for 6 years, supporting cies, domestic violence shelters and other HART the creation of Petroglyphs National Monu- community based organizations. Once again, ment, Marsh Billings National Historical Park, this program became a model for utility com- HON. GEORGE MILLER the Mary McLeod Bethune National Historic panies throughout the nation to understand OF CALIFORNIA Site, and Manzanar National Historic Site, as and address the needs of their hard-to-reach IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES well as many other park units. customers and bring them important consumer Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Ms. Hart lived for 6 years in Seneca Falls, protection information. NY, and was the first superintendent of the Lynn’s work has always featured collabora- Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. Women’s Rights National Historical Park in tions with Community Action Agencies (CAAs) Speaker, I rise today to invite my colleagues Seneca Falls, after suggesting the idea, work- our Nation’s network of over 1,000 anti-pov- to recognize Judy Hart who is retiring after a ing on the study and working on the legisla- erty agencies that serve millions of low-income 27-year career with the National Park Service. tion. Prior to that Ms. Hart worked on park leg- Americans. CAA’s operate Head Start, Energy Judy Hart is the first superintendent of islation out of the Regional office in Boston, Assistance Programs, Community Services Rosie the Riveter/World War II Home Front MA. Block Grant (CSBG) and other services that National Historical Park in Richmond, Cali- Prior to her career with the Park Service, reach millions of disadvantaged Americans. fornia. The legislation creating the new na- Ms. Hart worked for the Boston Redevelop- For the past 4 years, Lynn has worked as Ex- tional park was signed by the President Octo- ment Authority, City of Boston, and the Com- ecutive Director of the California/Nevada Com- ber 24, 2000, and Ms. Hart began as Super- monwealth of Massachusetts, as Director of munity Action Partnership, helping this two intendent on January 15, 2001. Prior to be- the Bureau of Relocation. She also worked for state association of CAAs address the causes coming Superintendent Judy coordinated the the Federal Highway Administration on Envi- and symptoms of poverty in their communities. study for the new park. Judy has been instru- ronmental Impact Statement reviews. An immigrant born in England, Lynn grew mental in moving the Rosie the Riveter Na- She began her career in publishing at Little, up in New Zealand, arriving in America in tional Park from concept to reality. She is the Brown and Company, and as a company 1963. As a single parent of Michael, Lizabeth latest in a long list of remarkable women newsletter editor for the Boston Safe Deposit and Kristina Victor, Lynn had many hardships whose contributions here have shaped Amer- and Trust Company, both in Boston. Her grad- to face with no family to turn to. However, she ican history. She has devoted the last 4 years uate degree is in English Literature from Cor- found her new family in her community. of her career to laying the foundation for a Na- nell University, and her graduate degree is a Mr. Speaker, as innovator, organizer and in- tional Park that is not only a part of Rich- Master of Arts in law from Goddard College in spiration, this remarkable woman exemplifies mond’s unique heritage, but that also symbol- Vermont. the spirit of American immigrants who con- izes a national effort to recognize the women Mr. Speaker, because of Ms. Hart’s many tribute so much to the vibrancy of our Nation. whose important Home Front contributions contributions to preserving and interpreting our She is leaving her post having set a new helped win World War II and also changed the Nation’s history, it is proper for us, and it is my standard for all who will follow after her, and way our Nation thinks about civil rights, child honor, to recognize her today. she has put into place programs that will serve care, health care and labor rights. Judy has f the neediest of us well in the future. Thank skillfully brought together a large group of you, Lynn. partners to make this effort a success. The HONORING LYNN VICTOR OF f challenges Judy has faced and the obstacles SANTA ROSA, CALIFORNIA she has overcome are even more remarkable THANKING DOLLY SEELMEYER because, as a ‘‘partnership park,’’ all of the HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY FOR HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE land and buildings are owned by entities other OF CALIFORNIA than the National Park Service, and the fed- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ROBERT W. NEY eral funds available for start-up are limited. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 OF OHIO Working with a number of grants, volunteers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and her public and private donors, Judy will Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to turn over to her successor a sound structure honor Lynn Victor of Santa Rosa, California, Wednesday, January 26, 2005 on which to build. who retires after a remarkable 30-year career Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of Her accomplishments at RRNP include the of creative and innovative work to improve the her retirement in December 2004, we rise to following: overseeing the implementation of lives of low-income Americans. thank Ms. Dolly Seelmeyer for over 32 years the General Management Plan process which Beginning at the Community Action Council of outstanding service to the U.S. House of she also is coordinating with the City of Rich- of San Joaquin County in the 1970s, Lynn cre- Representatives. mond’s general plan amendment; worked with ated innovative solutions to the needs of low- Dolly began her career in government in the Port of Richmond to open Shipyard #3 to income communities. As energy costs rose, 1972 in a ‘‘temporary 6-week position’’ in the visitors; worked on the National Register nomi- she helped to develop and then administered Office of Photography. She followed that with nations for all structures but one within the the nation’s first home weatherization pro- being hired as the first female Photographer Park; and developed Phases one and two for grams funded by state regulated utility compa- for the House of Representatives. Her pas- oral histories of home front workers. Over nies. Based on its great success, regulated sionate customer service, organizational 9,000 Rosies have contacted the Park to utility companies in 22 states now provide knowledge and resourcefulness benefited six share their names and short stories. After con- weatherization services to millions of their low- Speakers of the House, and more than 4,000 necting with the Park, over 2,000 Rosies have income customers around the Nation. These Members of Congress over three decades. written out the whole story of their home front programs not only help disadvantaged families Some say Dolly, herself, is an institution within

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RON PAUL On behalf of the entire House community, fornia, the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office OF TEXAS we extend congratulations to Dolly for her Canine Unit is the only such unit in San Mateo IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many years of dedication and outstanding County to provide full time patrol coverage, contributions to the U.S. House of Represent- twenty-four hours a day, seven days per Wednesday, January 26, 2005 atives. We wish Dolly many wonderful years in week. Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to in- fulfilling her retirement dreams. The San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office Ca- troduce the Liberty Amendment, which repeals f nine Unit was founded by Sergeant Bill the 16th Amendment, thus paving the way for Sweeney in 1961 with the purchase of three real change in the way government collects IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF German shepherd dogs. Since its meager be- and spends the people’s hard-earned money. JOHN R. FECHKO ginnings, the Canine Unit currently maintains The Liberty Amendment also explicitly forbids twelve highly trained canine teams, which the federal government from performing any HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH have various specialties. Each canine is action not explicitly authorized by the United OF OHIO trained in and performs general patrol prac- States Constitution. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tices such as obedience, handler protection The 16th Amendment gives the federal gov- ernment a direct claim on the lives of Amer- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 and suspect searches. These canine teams are also assigned to and trained in expert de- ican citizens by enabling Congress to levy a Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tection of narcotics, tracking and explosives. direct income tax on individuals. Until the pas- honor and remembrance of John R. Fechko, Over four decades of service, the Canine sage of the 16th amendment, the Supreme devoted husband, father, friend, public servant Unit has located hundreds of wanted felony Court had consistently held that Congress had and United States Veteran. Mr. Fechko’s com- suspects, uncovered tons of narcotics, and no power to impose an income tax. mitment to the safety of the residents of performed numerous explosive detection Income taxes are responsible for the trans- Seven Hills defined his 35 years of out- sweeps for United States’ presidents, Sen- formation of the federal government from one standing public service as a police officer, ators, Representatives and foreign dignitaries. of limited powers into a vast leviathan whose S.W.A.T. team member, and as Seven Hills tentacles reach into almost every aspect of In addition to protecting the citizens of San Chief of Police for the past 20 years. American life. Thanks to the income tax, today Mateo County, the Canine Unit also performs Mr. Fechko was a 1964 graduate of Parma the federal government routinely invades our an average of thirty canine demonstrations per Senior High School. Following graduation, he privacy, and penalizes our every endeavor. year for community and church groups, and served in Vietnam with the United States Ma- The Founding Fathers realized that ‘‘the middle and elementary schools. I became ac- rine Corps. In 1969, he joined the Seven Hills power to tax is the power to destroy,’’ which quainted with this excellent Unit and its myriad Police Department as a patrol officer. Mr. is why they did not give the federal govern- accomplishments and abilities at one of these Fechko was promoted to sergeant in 1981, ment the power to impose an income tax. superb demonstrations. and in June of 1984, he was instated as Po- Needless to say, the Founders would be horri- lice Chief of Seven Hills. On October 16, 2004, in conjunction with fied to know that Americans today give more Mr. Fechko’s dedication to his career ex- the public opening of ‘‘Art that Speaks for than a third of their income to the federal gov- tended beyond the borders of Seven Hills. He Homeless Pets,’’ an art exhibit by animal ernment. was always willing to help an individual, family rights activist and artist Cyrus Mejia, and pho- Income taxes not only diminish liberty, they or neighboring community in need. He handed tographer Clay Myers, at the San Mateo retard economic growth by discouraging work down his safety experience and expertise to County History Museum, my wife Annette and and production. Our current tax system also cadets in training at the Cleveland Police I had the pleasure of attending one of these forces Americans to waste valuable time and Academy—a role he held for 31 years. Addi- demonstrations. The Canine Unit brought five money on compliance with an ever-more com- tionally, Mr. Fechko was a lead initiator of the impressively trained German Shepherds to il- plex tax code. The increased interest in flat- Tri-City task force. This vital program focused lustrate the precision and professionalism with tax and national sales tax proposals, as well on educating residents about key safety com- which both the canines and their officers carry as the increasing number of small businesses munity issues, including gang activity, inter- out explosive and narcotic detection. that question the Internal Revenue Service’s vention of at-risk youths, and juvenile crime I’d like to recognize the capabilities of the (IRS) ‘‘withholding’’ system provides further prevention. five teams that successfully entertained and proof that America is tired of the labyrinthine Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me educated the attendees: tax code. Americans are also increasingly fed in honor, gratitude and remembrance of Mr. Deputy Andy Armando and K9 Ando up with an IRS that continues to ride rough- John R. Fechko. As police officer and Police Deputy Rod Larmour and K9 Abe shod over their civil liberties, despite recent Chief of the Village of Seven Hills, Mr. Fechko Deputy Todd Finato and K9 Vito ‘‘pro-taxpayer’’ reforms. dedicated his professional life to the safety of Deputy Keith James and K9 Haus Mr. Speaker, America survived and pros- his officers and the security and safety of the Deputy Sean O’Donnell and K9 Colt. pered for 140 years without an income tax, entire Seven Hills community. I extend my and with a federal government that generally While I am an adamant animal lover and deepest condolences to his beloved wife, Su- adhered to strictly constitutional functions, op- animal rights activist in my own right, indis- zanne; his beloved son, Craig; his sister, erating with modest excise revenues. The in- putably, I was not the only spectator cap- Diane; and also to his extended family and come tax opened the door to the era (and er- tivated by the animals discipline and sweet- many friends. His legacy of protecting others rors) of Big Government. I hope my col- ness. Indeed, all individuals in attendance will live on within the hearts and memories of leagues will help close that door by cospon- were astonished and delighted to see the work his family, friends, and the public he so faith- soring the Liberty Amendment. fully served, today and for all time. of these loyal, well-trained canines and their equally dedicated officers. f f According to Sergeant Mark M. Duri, Bomb BILL TO PERMIT BETTY DICK TO COMMENDING THE SAN MATEO Technician and Canine Trainer, the goal of CONTINUE USE OF HER HOME IN COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE CA- these demonstrations is to educate the public GRAND COUNTY NINE UNIT FOR EXCELLENT of the great service the twelve canine and COMMUNITY SERVICE handler teams provide for San Mateo County. HON. MARK UDALL Moreover, the demonstration also functions to OF COLORADO educate younger school children on the dan- HON. TOM LANTOS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gers of drug abuse and entanglement. OF CALIFORNIA Wednesday, January 26, 2005 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is with gratitude to the long standing qual- ity of service and protection provided for the Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I am Wednesday, January 26, 2005 residents of San Mateo County, that I sin- today introducing a bill to permit Ms. Betty Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the cerely commend the San Mateo County Sher- Dick to continue her use and occupancy of a opportunity to recognize the tireless work of iff’s Office Canine Unit’s continued excellence. house located within Rocky Mountain National

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That agreement ends on the property identified in section 2(b) under Wednesday, January 26, 2005 July 16 of this year. Without this bill or a new the terms of the settlement agreement. Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, fundamentally, agreement with the National Park Service, at Betty Dick’s right to lease and occupy the hiring former servicemembers is a good busi- that time Ms. Dick, who has been a good property will expire on July 16, 2005, at which ness decision. They are a competitive busi- neighbor with the National Park and who has time Ms. Dick will have attained the age of 83 ness asset and a unique national resource. They represent the very best of commitment, opened her home for community events, will years. She wishes to continue to occupy the be evicted from this property. reliability, and resolve. Such an eviction is neither necessary nor property for the remainder of her life, and has In the 107th Congress, President Bush desirable. Ms. Dick has been a good neighbor, sought to conclude a new agreement with the signed into law the Jobs for Veterans Act has taken good care of the property and has National Park Service that would permit her to (Public Law 107–288), which I authored with not created management or administrative do so. However, the Park Service has not my friend SILVESTRE REYES. It established the problems for the National Park Service in the been willing to agree to such an arrangement President’s National Hire Veterans Committee years she has lived on this property. She and is demanding that she vacate the property (NHVC) with a mission to reach out to employ- should be allowed to continue to live on this by July 16, 2005. ers and make them fully aware of the skills property and continue to contribute to the Na- and attributes veterans offer to the civilian Since 1980, Betty Dick has consistently oc- tional Park and the surrounding community. workforce. As we fight the war on terrorism, I had hoped that Ms. Dick and the Interior cupied the property as a summer residence America’s sons and daughters continue self- Department could work out a resolution to this and has made it available for community lessly to volunteer for military service and then issue so that she could remain on her prop- events. During that period, she has been a join the civilian workforce better prepared to erty. good steward of the property. Her occupancy make a significant contribution to our private Last year I asked Secretary of the Interior has not been detrimental to the resources and economy. The NHVC expires on December Gale Norton to help make that happen. But values of Rocky Mountain National Park and 31, 2005. the response—from the Director of the Na- has not created problems for the National Since its genesis in 2003, the President’s tional Park Service’s Intermountain Region— Park Service or the public. National Hire Veterans Committee has initi- was that the Interior Department is ‘‘legally ated a nationwide marketing campaign which bound to honor the provisions of the [1980] PURPOSE OF THE BILL has brought more employers seeking veterans settlement agreement’’ and that the furthest The legislation reflects the fact that it is ap- to the Department of Labor’s One-Stop Career the Department would go would be to offer propriate for Betty Dick to be permitted to con- Centers. Ms. Dick ‘‘the opportunity to remain on the tinue her occupancy of the property covered NHVC launched a sophisticated website, property for the entire summer of 2005,’’ an www.hirevetsfirst.gov that helps employers by the bill or the remainder of her natural life offer that evidently she has declined. and veterans while embracing the existing Ms. Dick needs to have a resolution to this under the terms and conditions applicable to workforce development systems. Prior to this issue as soon as possible—she needs to such occupancy since 1980. The purpose of website there was no single national location know by this spring whether she has to start the bill is to require the Secretary of the Inte- of which I am aware for the either the em- packing her things and move out, or arrange rior to permit this. ployer or the veteran to find relevant informa- to do some maintenance on the property if OUTLINE OF THE BILL tion about each other. she is allowed to stay. I am not convinced that NHVC initiated a unique advertising cam- the Interior Department lacks the authority to Section 1 provides a short title, sets forth paign to attract human resource specialists, resolve this matter by entering into a new findings regarding background information and business executives, and public sector em- agreement with Ms. Dick. But in any event, my states the purpose of the legislation. ployers. These are highly effective ads con- bill would settle that question. Section 2 has four subsections— veying a message of the value that veterans Since I first raised this matter with the Inte- bring to the workplace. To guide employers to rior Department, I have been impressed with Subsection 2(a) would require the Secretary the website, a wrap-around cover ‘‘outsert’’ the outpouring of support from the nearby of the Interior to permit continued use and oc- program, mailed to selected executive readers communities of Grand Lake and Granby, Colo- cupancy of property described in subsection of Business Week, contains interviews with rado. The people in these communities have (b) by Betty Dick for the remainder of her nat- four business leaders including Robert Lutz, expressed a strong desire to have Ms. Dick ural life, subject to the requirements of the bill. Vice Chairman of General Motors; Jackson remain on this property and be a part of their Moore, CEO-designate of Regions Financial Subsection 2(b) identifies the property cov- community. That is the purpose of this bill. For Corporation; and Bob Nardelli CEO of Home ered by the bill through an appropriate map the information of our colleagues, I am attach- Depot. ing background information and an outline of reference. NHVC has also been a catalyst for local and the bill: Subsection 2(c) provides that Ms. Dick’s oc- statewide initiatives to support jobs for vet- BACKGROUND cupancy and use of the property covered by erans. NHVC worked with the governors of Prior to their divorce, a married couple, Fred the bill is to be subject to the same terms and many states, including my home state of Dick and Marilyn Dick, owned as tenants in conditions as have applied to such use and Idaho, to declare Hire Vets First month. The common a tract of land within the boundaries occupancy under the 1980 agreement be- Committee is working directly with employers throughout America, and in a cooperative ven- of Rocky Mountain National Park that included tween the National Park Service and Ms. the property covered by the bill. ture with NHVC, Home Depot hired over Dick’s late husband, except that Ms. Dick is to When Fred and Marilyn Dick were divorced, 13,000 veterans in 2004. Marilyn Dick became the sole owner of the make annual rental payments equivalent to Mr. Speaker, we must continue to convey 1 tract, but Fred Dick retained the right of first ⁄25th of the up-front amount that the agree- the message of the competitive value and bot- refusal to acquire it if Marilyn Dick ever chose ment required to be paid to the National Park tom-line results that veterans add to our econ- to sell it. Service in 1980. omy. We must ensure that we as a nation In 1977, Marilyn Dick sold the tract to the Subsection (d) states that nothing in the bill properly leverage in our domestic economy United States for addition to Rocky Mountain is to be construed as permitting construction the investment of over $17 billion a year in National Park, but Fred Dick, asserting his training our military. But more importantly, we of any new structure on the property covered right of first refusal, sued to cancel the trans- must continue to commend the virtues of our by the bill and that nothing in the bill would action. veterans who have the ability to learn new In 1980, that lawsuit was settled through an apply to occupancy or use of the property by skills, and a propensity for teamwork, self dis- agreement between the National Park Service anyone except Betty Dick. cipline, loyalty and many other characteristics

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that translate into productivity, innovation, and Congressman RICK RENZI of Arizona, both of In recognition of Ms. Hotaling’s continued leadership. whom represent portions of the Navajo Nation work and support, the State of New York des- Hiring former servicemembers is good for in their Congressional districts. ignated September 2004 ‘‘Tie a Yellow Ribbon business, it’s good for veterans, and it’s good This bill is very similar to legislation Senator Month’’. To help encourage all citizens to fol- for America. I urge my colleagues to support BINGAMAN and I introduced during the 108th low the example of Ms. Hotaling and to ex- H.R. XXXX, providing for a 3-year extension of Congress, also joined then by Mr. MATHESON press their appreciation for the nation’s armed the President’s National Hire Veterans Com- and Mr. RENZI, to benefit the children and resi- forces, New York State has shown its encour- mittee. dents of the Navajo Nation, and the counties agement for the continued display and dis- f into which the Navajo Nation’s boundaries ex- tribution of yellow ribbons. tend. In New Mexico these counties are At this time, it is important that we honor in- IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF McKinley and San Juan Counties, and prior to dividuals for fostering support and practices in THOMAS C. SHORT, INTER- 1998 they were responsible for maintaining tribute to the nation’s armed forces. The ac- NATIONAL PRESIDENT OF IATSE the roads used by county school buses that tions of those, such as Ms. Hotaling, serve as stretch into the reservation to transport the examples to the citizenry of the United States. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH children of the Navajo Nation to and from the I ask that the House of Representatives OF OHIO county schools. Although there is nothing send its gratitude to Carol Hotaling for her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unique about counties funding and maintaining praiseworthy work. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 the roads in their jurisdiction, this particular f case of the counties being responsible for the Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in upkeep of the roads that ran into the Navajo HONORING THE ROTARY CLUB OF tribute and recognition of Thomas C. Short, Nation was extremely rare, and seems to be PAOLI-MALVERN-BERWYN President of the International Alliance of The- the only situation of this kind throughout the atrical Stage Employees, Moving Picture United States. This put an enormous burden HON. JIM GERLACH Technicians, Artists, and Allied Crafts of the on McKinley and San Juan County officials, OF PENNSYLVANIA United States, its Territories and Canada and oftentimes resulted in impassable roads, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (IATSE), as he was recently awarded the ‘‘The which, in turn, resulted in children missing Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Actors’ Fund Medal of Honor’’ by the Actors’ school because the buses were unable to pick Fund of America. them up. Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Short’s commitment to the rights and In 1998, however, Senator BINGAMAN was honor the Rotary Club of Paoli-Malvern-Ber- welfare of workers in the entertainment and successful in acquiring funds through the In- wyn, Chester County, Pennsylvania, on the broadcasting industries spans more than thirty dian School Bus Route Safety Act for the occasion of its 75th anniversary. years. In 1968, Mr. Short first became a mem- counties in New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona to The Rotary Club is unique in that it is the ber of the Stagehands Local No. 27, located assist them in facing this particularly burden- world’s first service-oriented club. The very in Cleveland, Ohio. Ten years later, Mr. Short some responsibility. Today, we are proud to first Rotary Club was formed in Chicago, Illi- was elected to the office of President of Local introduce the reauthorization of this legislation nois on February 23, 1905 by Paul P. Harris. No. 27. to provide further assistance to the counties Mr. Harris was an attorney who wished to re- In 1988, Mr. Short was elected by IATSE and children of the Navajo Nation. This bill au- capture, in a professional organization, the members to the position of Eleventh Inter- thorizes funds totaling $10.8 million for fiscal friendly spirit he had felt in the small towns national Vice President, following the path of years 2005 through 2010—$1.8 million for and communities of his youth. Mr. Harris’ for- his father, who served as International Vice each of the fiscal years—to be divided equally ward-thinking concept of community and serv- President for many years. Since 1994, Mr. among New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona. ice has gone on to become one of the world’s Short has served as International President of These critical funds will provide much-need- foremost and most respected civic and hu- IATSE. Because of his vision, leadership, and ed assistance to the counties, and will help manitarian organizations. ability to energize others, every facet of the put an end to the shameful situation of chil- Rotary became extremely popular in the union has been fortified and enhanced. During dren missing school simply because of im- coming decade as clubs were chartered his tenure, membership has increased from passable roads due to lack of maintenance. I across the country from San Francisco to New 65,000 to 103,000, with more than 75 national am extremely hopeful that we can either pass York City. In 1921, the Rotary took their ideals term agreements. Mr. Short also restructured this measure, or include it as part of any of service and community to the international IATSE into five departments: Stage Craft, Mo- transportation reauthorization bill Congress community. The Rotary Club was given its first tion Picture and TV Production, Organizing, considers this session, to provide further as- opportunity to expand abroad and, in doing so, Trade Show, and Canadian Affairs. sistance to the children of the Navajo Nation spread to six different continents around the Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me and our respective states. I urge my col- world. Today, the Rotary Club has 31,000 in honor and recognition of Thomas C. Short, leagues to support this legislation. international chapters in 166 different coun- tries. for his outstanding service as member, leader f and International President of IATSE. Mr. As Rotary grew in popularity and member- Short’s dedicated focus and tireless efforts on HONORING CAROL HOTALING ship, its mission expanded beyond serving the behalf of all members of IATSE serves as an professional and social interests of its mem- agent of strength and shield of protection for HON. JOHN E. SWEENEY bers. Rotarians, such as the members of the the heart of this nation—the American worker. OF NEW YORK Rotary Club of Paoli-Malvern-Berwyn, began f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pooling their personal resources and contrib- uting their talents to help serve area commu- INDIAN SCHOOL BUS ROUTE SAFE- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 nities in need. It was during this great time of TY REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to exemplary community service that the Rotary 2003 take this opportunity to recognize and honor Club adopted its singular motto, ‘‘Service an extraordinary citizen. Carol Hotaling of Above Self,’’ and each of its members HON. TOM UDALL Saratoga County, New York, along with help throughout the world strives to implement that OF NEW MEXICO from friends and family, has devoted an im- motto today. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES measurable amount of time and effort to sup- In the following years, Rotarians became port our troops and has strove to promote deeply involved in many different important Wednesday, January 26, 2005 unity in our great Nation. causes. Rotary has made many significant Mr. UDALL of Mexico. Mr. Speaker, it gives Ms. Hotaling has shown her ability to bring contributions to the international community me great pleasure to rise to introduce com- together communities in support of our troops. through working with the United Nations and panion legislation to a bill being introduced by She has worked tirelessly to distribute hun- was a leading advocate of the establishment Senator JEFF BINGAMAN in the Senate today. I dreds of yellow ribbons to citizens around the of United Nations Educational, Scientific, and am extremely pleased to be joined in intro- state in recognition of our service men and Cultural Organization. In 1985, Rotary made a ducing this legislation, the Indian School Bus women. These ribbons help foster a spirit of historic commitment to immunize the world’s Route Safety Reauthorization Act of 2005, by unity and help convey respect and support for children against polio, further proving their ex- Congressman JIM MATHESON of Utah and those who protect our freedom. traordinary commitment to public service and

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.022 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E89 to the betterment of communities around the TRIBUTE TO JUNE PICETTI over 30 years, Jim has expertly supported world. As a result, Rotary is the largest private SHEPPARD Congressional work on education related leg- sector contributor to the global polio eradi- islation. Jim’s most important contribution how- cation campaign. HON. MIKE THOMPSON ever has been his effective and unselfish men- toring of the next generation of CRS education Rotary is an exemplary professional, social OF CALIFORNIA analysts. and civic club. Its goals and ideals are note- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jim has for decades been a nationally rec- worthy, compassionate, and are ones deserv- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 ognized expert on numerous major aspects of ing of emulation. The members of the Rotary Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Federal education policy. One such area is el- Club of Paoli-Malvern-Berwyn have worked I rise today to recognize June Picetti ementary-secondary school reform. Jim has hard for the past 75 years to uphold the motto Sheppard, who has been named the City of shown a boundless understanding of the com- of the Club’s founder and continue to work to Sonoma’s 2005 Alcaldesa, or Honorary Mayor. plexities of standards-based reform, school meet the needs of the communities in Chester Ms. Sheppard earned this honor from her choice (a topic on which he prepared pio- County, their Rotary District, nation and the community for a lifetime of volunteer work. neering policy analyses), and Federal pro- world. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues She is a practitioner of the ‘‘little things’’ that grams to support the recruitment, develop- join me in honoring the Rotary Club of Paoli- can make such a difference in someone’s day- ment, and retention of elementary-secondary Malvern-Berwyn for its tremendous contribu- to-day life. An avid early morning walker, this school teachers. Jim also excelled in his tions to the individuals, organizations, and dynamic 88–year-old picks up newspapers at knowledge of Federal efforts to improve math- communities they have benefited for 75 years homes along her route when it is raining and ematics and sciences education; and all as- and to wish the Club’s members continued places them on her neighbor’s porches, just to pects of Federal policy to provide financial as- success and good fortune in meeting Rotary’s help folks out. She is also well known around sistance to postsecondary students from low- mission to serve others above themselves. town for her trademark flower cups, or ‘‘Tussy to moderate-income families, including grant, Mussies,’’ that she distributes when the mood loan, and tax-based programs. f strikes her, and the mood strikes often. Throughout his career, Jim has not only Ms. Sheppard has been a long-time volun- been exceptionally productive, but also inno- IN RECOGNITION OF AUBURN UNI- teer with Friends In Sonoma Helping (FISH), vative. He has provided ground-breaking anal- VERSITY’S ‘‘WAR ON HUNGER’’ which provides food and clothing for the dis- yses that have been especially useful to the CAMPAIGN advantaged. She helps gather surplus food Congress in its consideration of how best to from local markets and bakeries for the FISH provide financial aid for college bound stu- clients and for community groups such as the dents, through loans, grant, or tax-based HON. MIKE ROGERS Senior Center and Boys and Girls Club. methods. Jim has also undertaken pioneering She also volunteers as a docent with the work of broad significance on the process OF ALABAMA Sonoma League for Historic Preservation, pro- used to determine the amount of aid a college IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES viding tours of vintage homes in the commu- student receives, commonly referred to as nity. ‘‘needs analysis.’’ Jim was also the leading Wednesday, January 26, 2005 As Alcaldesa, Ms. Sheppard will preside CRS analyst supporting congressional legisla- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I over all ceremonial events in the town, from tion and other activities in response to the rise today to pay tribute to a group of students parades to grand openings to meetings. Since Reagan administration’s ‘‘A Nation at Risk’’ and faculty at Auburn University who are wag- 1975, the City of Sonoma has bestowed the and the Clinton administration’s ‘‘Goals 2000 ing an important campaign to fight world hun- honor of Alcalde/Alcaldesa on a local resident initiatives.’’ or couple who demonstrates outstanding com- In more recent years, Jim’s work has been ger. munity service. primarily devoted to providing strong leader- Known as the War on Hunger campaign, Mr. Speaker, June Picetti Sheppard’s dedi- ship to teams of CRS staff assisting with high- this groundbreaking initiative partners Auburn cation to her community follows this tradition er education legislation during the 105th and University with the United Nations World Food and it is therefore appropriate that we recog- 108th Congresses. He has coordinated a vast Programme, a first for any university world- nize her at this time as the 2005 Alcaldesa for number of projects in support of committee wide. the City of Sonoma. deliberations on higher education legislation, Over the next several years this campaign f serving as the primary liaison between the will continue to develop a framework for ad- CRS higher education analysts and author- RETIREMENT OF JAMES STED- izing committee members and staff. Jim has dressing the problem of world hunger. Plans MAN, CONGRESSIONAL RE- include developing an agenda that increases also unselfishly devoted a great deal of time SEARCH SERVICE and effort to helping the relatively new CRS hunger awareness, and creating new aca- analysts to build expertise in legislation, rel- demic initiatives at the university. Local orga- HON. DALE E. KILDEE evant issues, and sources for data analysis. nizers also hope to use their efforts to influ- OF MICHIGAN Jim’s contributions will be sorely missed. ence policymakers at all levels of government IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The leadership and knowledge he provided for with regard to hunger initiatives. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 over 30 years has greatly benefited the Con- Auburn University students will continue to gress and the American people. Jim’s retire- work together, Mr. Speaker, and participate in Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I want to ac- ment now provides him the time to pursue a several planned activities to help carry out knowledge the long years of service which second career as a teacher. If he brings the their campaign, including holding benefit con- James Stedman has provided to the Con- same determination and spirit to teaching that certs and hosting a symposium on world hun- gress. ‘‘Jim’’ as he is better known to his he had for 30 years at CRS, he will be a suc- ger. Students will work to enlist the support of friends and colleagues retired this month after cess. This House should congratulate Jim on the Auburn community, and also sponsor a 31 years at the Congressional Research Serv- his retirement and wish him the best in his fu- film series on world hunger and sustainability. ice (CRS). His dedication, determination and ture endeavors. spirit will be sorely missed. I know that I have In the true spirit of the Auburn Creed, this ini- f tiative aspires to feed Auburn students’ minds relied on Jim on numerous occasions in the past and he has certainly made me a more ef- RECOGNIZING SANDRA L. SEENO and hearts with a sense of social responsibility fective legislator. FOR HER WORK WITH OAKLAND and human well-being. James Stedman began his career at the CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL Ultimately, Auburn’s goal is to develop and Congressional Research Service as an edu- implement a War on Hunger model that can cation policy analyst in 1973, after earning a HON. GEORGE MILLER be replicated by other universities across the bachelor’s degree from Middlebury College OF CALIFORNIA nation and around the world. On this important and a master’s degree from Harvard Univer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES day, I salute the students and faculty of Au- sity, both in history. Upon joining CRS, he burn University for addressing this challenge, reached the status of Specialist in Social Leg- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 and applaud their efforts in helping end hun- islation in a very short period of time. From Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. ger around the globe. the beginning of his career, and continuing for Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K26JA8.004 E26PT1 E90 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 to extend my support to Sandra L. Seeno, a Agency, and a wide range of community de- throughout her tenure as an administrator with community leader and friend who will be for- velopment and affordable housing programs. Cleveland’s Community Development Depart- mally recognized on February 4, 2005, at the Ms. Walsh has also served as Senior Vice ment, an appointment made by then-Mayor grand opening of the Center for Immuno- President and President of the Pacific South- George Voinovich. Later, she was appointed biology and Vaccine Development at Chil- west Regional Council of the National Asso- as Deputy Director of Special Projects with the dren’s Hospital in Oakland, California. ciation of Housing Officials (NAHRO), where Ohio Lottery Commission. Ms. Seeno has been an ardent supporter of she worked closely with the Department of Mary Zone’s greatest legacy is reflected in Children’s Hospital and Research Center at Housing and Urban Development on major the lives of her family and friends and along Oakland for more than 20 years. She is com- changes in legislation and regulations that af- every street crisscrossing the near west side. mitted to promoting Children’s Hospital and fect housing and community development She was a founding member of the Detroit ensuring the delivery of high-quality pediatric agencies. Shoreway Community Development Organiza- care. Ms. Seeno has also worked to maintain Upon retirement, Ms. Walsh and her hus- tion and the Nolasco Housing Organization. Children’s Hospital as a nationally recognized band, John Humphrey, are planning to move She was an integral and active member of research program with highly qualified primary to the country and raise grapes and honey- Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, serving for care providers and strong education and bees. She plans to spend time with her two many years as President of its PTA. Most re- teaching programs. adult sons, Philip and John, and her young cently, Mrs. Zone served on the board of Villa For the past 2 years Ms. Seeno has served grandsons. Ms. Walsh is looking forward to Mercedes. Following the death of her son, as a member of the Children’s Hospital Oak- some international travel, particularly a trip to Marty, to AIDS in 1993, she actively pursued land Research Institute (CHORI) Advisory visit her roots in Ireland. programs and projects focused on assisting in- Board, which was established to promote Mr. Speaker, Janie Walsh is a woman who dividuals and families living with HIV and CHORI to philanthropic, scientific and busi- has made a positive impact on those around AIDS. ness communities. Over the past year she has her. She has led the Community Development Her humble nature precluded her from rev- been particularly dedicated to supporting the Commission with an attitude of compassion eling in awards and accolades. However, her completion of the Institute’s new Center for and respect for clients and community that outstanding service was recognized by others. Immunobiology and Vaccine Development permeates the entire agency. I am proud to She was the recipient of many awards that (CIVD). honor her and wish her well in this new chap- highlighted her humanitarian efforts, including Ms. Seeno’s service as a community advi- ter of her life. the Father Marino Frascati Neighborhood sor has been instrumental in present and fu- f Champion Award from the Detroit Shoreway ture development strategies for the Children’s CDC, presented to her this past November. IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me Hospital and Research Center Foundation. MARY ZONE in honor and remembrance of Mary Zone. The Along with her husband, Albert D. Seeno, Jr. infinite measure of her heart, combined with she has helped oversee the charitable arm of HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH her courage, vision and integrity, defined her the Albert D. Seeno, Jr. Family Foundation OF OHIO life and served to lift the lives of countless in- and helped to bring about new projects such IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dividuals and families throughout our commu- as the grand opening of the Center for nity, especially our near west side neighbor- Immunobiology and Vaccine Development. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 I congratulate Ms. Seeno for her hard work Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in hood. Her kindness, energy and compassion and dedication to the community and the Chil- honor and remembrance of my dear friend will be greatly missed within the hearts of her dren’s Hospital and Research Center at Oak- and mentor, Mary Zone, loving mother, grand- many friends, including my own. I extend my land. mother, dedicated public servant, community deepest condolences to her friends and family members, and especially to her children, f activist, and dear friend to many. Her passing marks a great loss for her family and friends, grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Mary Zone lived her life with joy, energy and HONORING JANIE WALSH and also for the people of Cleveland, whom in unwavering service to others. Her eternal she served with the highest level of commit- faith in humanity and in the notion that to- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY ment, concern, integrity and honor. gether, we can make a positive difference, will OF CALIFORNIA Mrs. Zone’s husband, the late Michael continue to serve as an unending force of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Zone, and their eight children were central to hope and possibility throughout our commu- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 her life. The great care and love that she showered on them extended throughout nity, and her memory and legacy will forever Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Cleveland’s west side neighborhood, where live on within the hearts of all who knew and honor Janie Walsh, who is retiring as the Ex- Mrs. Zone carried the torch of her late hus- loved her well. ecutive Director of the Sonoma County Com- band. The-well-being of their community, an- f munity Development Commission after 30 chored by their parish, Our Lady of Mt. Carmel INTRODUCING THE MAKE COLLEGE years of dedicated service to her community. Church, remained a constant focus in the AFFORDABLE ACT In high school, Ms. Walsh lived in Vietnam, hearts of Michael and Mary Zone. Their united where her interest in community service took focus on family and service to others con- root. She has returned periodically to imple- HON. RON PAUL tinues to illuminate the hope and promise of a OF TEXAS ment programs sponsored by the Vietnam better day for every citizen of this diverse, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Veterans of California such as helping to build working-class community. a school, and providing eyeglasses to those in A staunch Democrat, Mrs. Zone was ap- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 need. pointed to Cleveland City Council in 1974, to Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce Ms. Walsh began her career in Pennsyl- serve out the term of her late husband. She the Make College Affordable Act of 2005. This vania as a teacher and Head Start director. was elected to serve three additional terms. legislation helps millions of Americans afford Her move to California saw a change of direc- As a member of the Council, Mrs. Zone was college by making college tuition tax deduct- tion in her career as she began the important a fierce champion of the people of the near ible. Today the average cost of education at a work of community development. As the Re- west side, and her unequalled work ethic and state university is $9,802 per year, and the development Project Manager in the City of uncompromising integrity quickly garnered her cost of education at a private university is Petaluma she began the City’s housing reha- the admiration of residents and the respect of $31,052 per year! These high costs have left bilitation program. She moved on to the those at City Hall. many middle class American families strug- Sonoma County Housing Authority as Com- Armed with a compassionate heart, sharp gling to afford college for their children, who munity Development Specialist and was quick- mind and even sharper focus on the public are often ineligible for financial aid. Therefore, ly promoted to Community Development Man- she served, Mrs. Zone shattered the status middle class students have no choice but to ager. quo by becoming the first woman of Italian obtain student loans, and thus leave college In 1985 the Board of Supervisors appointed heritage to serve on Cleveland City Council, saddled with massive debt. her as Executive Director of the Community and the first woman to serve as the Council’s Even families who plan and save well in ad- Development Commission where she has majority whip. vance for their children’s education may have done an outstanding job supervising Sonoma Her years of working as a business owner a difficult time because their savings are erod- County’s Housing Authority, Redevelopment and elected official served the City well ed by taxation and inflation. The Make College

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.029 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E91 Affordable Act will help these middle class stu- with or interviewed every President of the Although federal agencies have been work- dents by allowing them, or their parents or United States since John F. Kennedy. On No- ing to implement this order and have devel- guardians who claim them as dependents, to vember 2, 2004, Mr. Lloyd celebrated his 70th oped strategies, there is clearly much more to deduct the cost of college tuition as well as birthday by covering his final presidential elec- do. We simply cannot solve these issues over- the cost of student loan repayments. tion. night or even over a couple of years. We need The Make College Affordable Act will also In recognition of his involvement in signifi- to ‘‘institutionalize’’ the consideration of these help older or nontraditional students looking to cant world events over the past 35 years, Mr. issues in a more long-term fashion—which this improve their job skills or prepare for a career Lloyd has won several industry awards includ- bill would do. change, by pursuing higher education. In to- ing the Associated Press Broadcasters Asso- In addition, just as the current policy was day’s economy, the average American worker ciation Award for Enterprise Reporting and for established by an administrative order, it could can expect to change jobs, and even careers, commentary on international affairs. These be swept away with a stroke of an administra- several times during his or her working life, awards offer clear evidence of Mr. Lloyd’s ex- tive pen. To avoid that, we need to make it making it more important than ever that work- emplary professionalism and skill. more permanent—which is also what this bill ing Americans be able to devote their re- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join would do. sources to continuing their educations. me in honoring Jay Lloyd. He has provided in- It would do this by statutorily requiring all Helping the American people use their own valuable service to the people of Southeastern federal agencies to—make addressing envi- money to ensure every qualified American can Pennsylvania during his outstanding 35 year ronmental justice concerns part of their mis- receive a college education is one of the best career in broadcasting. Jay Lloyd’s dedication sions; develop environmental justice strate- investments this Congress can make in the fu- to his work has been extraordinary and he gies; evaluate the effects of proposed actions ture. I therefore urge my colleagues to help should be acknowledged for the many distin- on the health and environment of minority, low strengthen America by ensuring more Ameri- guished contributions he has made to the income, and Native American communities; cans can obtain college educations by co- quality of life in the Philadelphia region avoid creating disproportionate adverse im- sponsoring the Make College Affordable Act. throughout his career with KYW News Radio. pacts on the health or environment of minority, low-income, or Native American communities; f f and collect data and carry out research on the HONORING JAY LLOYD INTRODUCTION OF effects of facilities on health and environment ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ACT of minority, low-income, and Native American HON. JIM GERLACH communities. It would also statutorily establish two com- OF PENNSYLVANIA HON. MARK UDALL mittees: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF COLORADO The Interagency Environmental Justice Wednesday, January 26, 2005 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Working Group, set up by the Executive Order Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Wednesday, January 26, 2005 to develop strategies, provide guidance, co- honor Mr. Jay Lloyd on the occasion of his re- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, today ordinate research, convene public meetings, tirement from Philadelphia’s KYW News Radio I am again introducing the Environmental Jus- and conduct inquires regarding environmental after 35 years of dedicated service and exem- tice Act. justice issues; and A Federal Environmental Justice Advisory plary accomplishment. I am proud that Congresswoman HILDA Committee, appointed by the President, in- Jay Lloyd began his career in broadcast SOLIS and Representative ROB ANDREWS are cluding members of community-based groups, journalism at ZBM Radio and TV in Bermuda joining me as original cosponsors of this bill. business, academic, state agencies and envi- after a tour of duty in the Korean War. He Representative Solis and I introduced a similar ronmental organizations. It will provide input then moved overseas to a new position in the bill in the 108th Congress. and advice to the Interagency Working Group. Netherlands where he covered news and fea- Reintroduction of the bill reflects continued In a nutshell, what this bill would do is re- ture stories for the Dutch International Radio concern about the way federal actions have quire federal agencies that control the siting Service. While living abroad, Mr. Lloyd did a had disproportionately adverse effects on the and disposing of hazardous materials, store weekly music show on Dutch Radio where he health, environment and quality of life of toxins or release pollutants at federal facilities, featured American music for his Dutch lis- Americans in minority and lower-income com- or issue permits for these kinds of activities to teners utilizing the radio name of ‘‘Chuck Holi- munities. make sure they give fair treatment to low-in- day.’’ Mr. Lloyd’s international career also took Too often these communities—because of come and minority populations—including Na- him to the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico be- their low income or lack of political visibility— tive Americans. The bill tells federal agencies, fore he returned to Philadelphia in 1961 to are exposed to greater risks from toxins and ‘‘In the past these communities have endured work for Channel 48 and the Philadelphia Bul- dangerous substances because it has been a disproportionate impact to their health and letin’s radio station. possible to locate waste dumps, industrial fa- environment. Now we must find ways to make In 1969, Mr. Lloyd joined KYW News Radio cilities, and chemical storage warehouses in sure that won’t be the case in the future.’’ as a general assignment reporter. Shortly these communities with less care than would For the information of our colleagues, here thereafter, Mr. Lloyd was promoted to the po- be taken in other locations. is a short analysis of the bill: sition of transportation reporter. On January 1, The sad fact is that in some eyes these ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ACT 1971, Mr. Lloyd took control of the KYW Sub- communities have appeared as expendable— Summary: This bill would essentially codify urban Bureau and has since reported on some without full appreciation that human beings, a Clinton Administration Executive Order of the area’s most important news event. Such who deserve to be treated with respect and which directed a number of federal agencies stories have included the near disastrous nu- dignity, are living, working, and raising families and offices to consider the environmental im- clear power plant accident at Three Mile Is- there. pact of decisions on minority and low-income land and the Susan Reinert murder case. This needs to give way to policies focused populations. Mr. Lloyd was again given the opportunity to on providing clean, healthy and quality envi- Background: On February 11, 1994, Presi- go overseas some years later when he trav- ronments within and around these commu- dent Clinton issued Executive Order 12898, eled to Spain’s Canary Islands to mark the nities. When that happens, we provide hope ‘‘Federal Actions to Address Environmental 500th anniversary of Christopher Columbus’ for the future and enhance the opportunities Justice in Minority Populations and Low-In- historic voyage to the Western World. He then that these citizens have to improve their condi- come Populations.’’ The President also issued returned to the United States to cover other tion. a corresponding Memorandum to all federal important news events, including that occur- Our bill would help do just that. The bill es- departments and agencies further explaining ring September 11, 2001 when American Air- sentially codifies an Executive Order that was the order and how the agencies should imple- lines Flight 77 crashed into the Pentagon. Mr. issued by President Clinton in 1994. That ment it to address environmental justice Lloyd immediately traveled to the scene to order required all federal agencies to incor- issues. The Order and Memorandum called for cover the breaking story for his listeners in the porate environmental justice considerations in the creation of an interagency working group Philadelphia area. their missions, develop strategies to address to provide guidance on identifying dispropor- Mr. Lloyd has also been deeply involved in disproportionate impacts to minority and low- tionate impacts on the health and environment the political arena during his years at KYW, income people from their activities, and coordi- of minority and low-income populations, de- reporting on major events and covering nu- nate the development of data and research on velop strategies to address such dispropor- merous important elections. He has either met these topics. tionate impacts, and provide a report on that

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From the dark room to comments and insight into issues affecting Need for the Bill: Although federal agencies the newsroom, Mr. Kuntz brings the emotion veterans was invaluable to me when I served and offices have been complying with the Ex- and movement of a moment already gone, as the Chairman and continues to be today. ecutive Order, disproportionate impacts related back to life—a split-second portrait of the Darryl has been a guest instructor at the to human health and the environment still exist human condition framed by athletic competi- University of Missouri and the Harry S Truman for many minority and low-income commu- tion. Library, the John Stennis Institute of Govern- nities. These impacts must be addressed over His work chronicles the great legends and ment at Mississippi State University, West Po- the long term. In addition, due to the lack of legendary moments of professional athletes tomac and Annandale High Schools in Vir- resources and political clout of many of these and teams of Cleveland, especially the Cleve- ginia, the United States Military Academy, and impacted communities, vigilance is required to land Indians—from the glowing victories to the the United States Air Force Academy. Using make sure that disproportionate impacts are crushing defeats. Armed with an affable nature the Montgomery GI Bill as an example of how reduced and do not continue. As the effort to and quick smile, Mr. Kuntz garnered the re- legislation is made, he developed a case date has been primarily administrative based spect, trust and admiration of everyone around study on the enactment of this significant on the presidential order and memorandum, him. His joy for life is reflected in the photo- piece of veterans legislation, providing stu- these strategies need to be incorporated into graphs he has taken, and within his outreach dents with a hands-on approach to law-mak- the routine functioning of federal agencies and to others. ing. He has accompanied me to both West offices through federal law. Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me Point and the Air Force Academy, where we The bill— in honor and recognition of Ron Kuntz brilliant visited with instructors and spent time with the Requires federal agencies and offices to: in- photographer, dedicated family man, and com- cadets. At the Air Force Academy, we did a clude addressing environmental justice con- passionate volunteer, whose work and ministry joint presentation to students regarding the cerns into their respective missions; conduct continues to be a gift to our entire community. Member and staff perspectives of the U.S. programs so as not to create disproportionate As he journeys onward from here, we offer Congress. His success as a guest instructor is impact on minority and low-income popu- him blessings of health, happiness and peace. clearly demonstrated by how frequently these lations; include an examination of the effects We look forward to the continued artistry of renowned institutions ask him to return. of such action on the health and environment Ron Kuntz, a man of heart, integrity and deep Darryl’s passions are teaching, mentoring, of minority and low-income populations for ac- sense of service to others, whose very life and baseball. He has spent the past fifteen tions that require environmental analyses continues to elevate the lives of others, with a years volunteering for the Annandale Little under the National Environmental Policy Act; snapshot, handshake, kind word and a smile. League, and the League established an ongo- create an environmental justice strategy to ad- f ing scholarship in his name. Called the dress disproportionate impacts of its policies ‘‘Kehrer Cup,’’ it is awarded to the youngster and actions, and conduct and collect research TRIBUTE TO MR. DARRYL KEHRER who personifies the values of Little League on the disproportionate impacts from federal Baseball and includes a $550 scholarship to facilities. HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON the Little League Baseball International Sum- Creates an Interagency Environmental Jus- OF IDAHO mer Camp. He also received the Ellie Doyle tice Working Group to develop strategies, pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Award for his exemplary partnership with the vide guidance, coordinate research, convene Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Fairfax County government in youth sports ac- public meetings, and conduct inquires regard- tivities. A self-proclaimed ‘‘baseball fanatic,’’ ing environmental justice issues. Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Darryl has used his passion to instill the love Creates a Federal Environmental Justice pay tribute to Mr. Darryl Kehrer, Staff Director of the game and the ideals of sportsmanship Advisory Committee composed of members of for the Subcommittee on Benefits of the Vet- in children and young adults. community-based groups, business, academic, erans’ Affairs Committee, who is retiring after Mr. Speaker, throughout his career as a state agencies and environmental organiza- 37 years, 33 of which were devoted of public public servant and volunteer in the community, tions which will provide input and advice to the service to our nation’s veterans. Darryl has exemplified the highest ideals of Interagency Working Group. Darryl’s distinguished career in public serv- family, community, and public service. With his ice began with active duty in the United States f retirement, we are losing an exemplary public Air Force from 1966–1970, after which he re- servant and true friend of our nation’s vet- IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF ceived an Honorable Discharge as Staff Ser- erans. Thank you, Darryl, for your many years RON KUNTZ geant. Since then, he has served with distinc- of dedicated service to our nation. tion at the Department of Veterans Affairs, the f HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH United States Senate, and as Staff Director of OF OHIO the Subcommittee on Benefits of the Com- RESOLUTION HONORING THE LIFE AND CONTRIBUTIONS OF YOGI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mittee on Veterans’ Affairs at the United States House of Representatives. Further- BHAJAN Wednesday, January 26, 2005 more, he served as Executive Director of the Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to today Congressional Veterans Claims Adjudication HON. TOM UDALL in honor and recognition of acclaimed sports Commission, and Staff Director of the Panel OF NEW MEXICO photographer Ron Kuntz, for his masterful ar- on Veterans’ Benefits for the Congressional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tistry in capturing defining moments in Cleve- Commission on Servicemembers and Vet- land sports history, a legacy that spans more erans Transition Assistance. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 than fifty years and continues today, and for Darryl has dedicated his career to improving Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I his ministry of the heart, a vocation that con- the lives of our nation’s veterans and to pro- rise today to introduce a resolution honoring tinues to provide light and solace for those liv- vide them with the very best with respect to the life and numerous contributions of Yogi ing without hope. benefits and services in their transition to civil- Bhajan, the chief religious and administrative Beyond his unwavering dedication to his ian life. He has made significant contributions authority for Sikhism in the West. Yogi Bhajan family and to his profession, Mr. Kuntz shares to the development and enactment of vet- passed away in Espan˜ola, New Mexico on Oc- his stories, photographs and compassion with erans’ legislation to improve education, em- tober 6, 2004 at age 75. prisoners in Ohio and across the country. His ployment, and transition assistance, to name A native of India, Yogi Bhajan introduced outreach began thirty years ago, when Mr. just a few of his accomplishments. thousands around the world to Sikhism, a reli- Kuntz first volunteered with the Bill Glass Pris- As the Chairman of the Veterans Benefits gion that carries the message of truthful living on Ministry. Mr. Kuntz’ gifts of spiritual guid- Subcommittee during the 107th Congress, and the fundamental unity of humanity, and ance and kindness continues to serve as a Darryl’s strong work ethic and commitment to reaches out to people of all backgrounds to source of comfort and support for those who the issues was unwavering. He worked tire- work together for world peace. When he came live in desolate isolation. lessly with me to enact the Jobs for Veterans to the United States in 1968, Yogi Bhajan rec- The inspiring photographs of Mr. Kuntz jump Act (PL 107–288), and since then he has con- ognized immediately that the experience with energy and emotion from the pages and tinued his work with the Department of Labor sought by many young people through drugs wires of local and national publications. His ar- to ensure the legislation is reaching veterans could be alternatively achieved through

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.035 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E93 Kundalini yoga, which stimulates individual also thank House International Relations Com- IN HONOR AND MEMORY OF growth through breath, chanting, and medita- mittee Chairman HENRY HYDE and Ranking DETECTIVE LOUIS J. DECK tion among other components. Soon after, he Member TOM LANTOS for their strong support, founded the Healthy, Happy, Holy Organiza- as well as the bipartisan group of original co- tion (3HO), a nonprofit private educational and sponsors who join me in urging my colleagues HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH scientific foundation with 300 centers in 35 to support this important resolution. OF OHIO countries, dedicated to improving physical well-being, deepening spiritual awareness, and f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES offering guidance on matters of health and Wednesday, January 26, 2005 heart. He later also founded a successful drug HONORING SALLY MAZZARELLA rehabilitation program that blends ancient Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in yogic wisdom of the East with modern tech- honor and remembrance of Detective Louis J. nology of the West. HON. JOHN E. SWEENEY In 1971, the president of the governing body Deck, loving father, grandfather, friend and of Sikh Temples in India gave Yogi Bhajan the OF NEW YORK mentor, whose life was lived in dedicated and outstanding service to others. As a veteran of title of chief religious and administrative au- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thority for Sikhism in the Western Hemisphere. the United States Navy, Mr. Deck served our That same year, the Sikh Dharma was legally Wednesday, January 26, 2005 country with courage and honor. As a veteran incorporated and recognized as a religion in police officer and detective with the Cleveland the U.S., and soon after Yogi Bhajan founded Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Police Department, Detective Deck protected the Sikh ashram that still thrives in Espan˜ola, take this opportunity to recognize and honor and served the citizens of our community with New Mexico in my district. Yogi Bhajan wrote an extraordinary citizen. Sally Mazzarella, of wisdom, compassion, courage and integrity. Rhinebeck, New York, along with help from 30 books and inspired 200 more through his Detective Deck began his law enforcement teaching, and inspired the founding of several friends and family, has devoted an immeas- urable amount of time and effort to make her career in 1967, as a police officer working in businesses including Akal Security Inc., one of the 4th District of the Cleveland Police Depart- the fastest growing security companies in the community and Dutchess County a better place to live. ment. Just three years later, he was appointed nation. Throughout his lifetime, he traveled the to serve in the Bureau of Special Investiga- world and met with world leaders such as Sally has exemplified selfless and tireless tions unit and was soon appointed to the posi- Pope John Paul II and the Dalai Lama to dis- community leadership. She is president of the tion of Detective. Detective Deck incorporated cuss world peace and religious unity. He also Winnakee Land Trust and serves on the his street smarts, brave heart, and insight into served as informal counsel to numerous polit- boards of Families First New York and the ical and spiritual leaders. As the resolution the human psyche to assist in solving a myr- Center for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck. In iad of criminal cases—cases that sprung from states, Yogi Bhajan’s teachings and the busi- the past, Sally has served on the boards of nesses formed under his inspiration, improved the streets and cases that rose from corporate the United Way of Dutchess County, Family greed. personal, political, spiritual and professional and Services Inc., Hudson Valley Phil- relations between citizens of the United States harmonic, and Dutchess Housing Partnership. Detective Deck’s nearly forty-year tenure and citizens of the nation of India. Since 1990, Sally has worked alongside State with the Cleveland Police Department was After the terrorist attacks on U.S. soil on framed by honor and achievement. Though September 11th, Yogi Bhajan reached out to Senator Stephen Saland as a Constituent Services Representative working to solve the modest and unimpressed with accolades, De- Sikhs across America, encouraging and help- tective Deck’s significant contribution to our ing them to educate their fellow citizens about problems facing the 41st Senate District of NY. community did not go unnoticed. In 1985 and Sikhs, and to work with law enforcement and 1986, Detective Deck was awarded com- community leaders to help them protect Sikh Sally recently served as chairwoman of mendations by the U.S. House of Representa- populations. He established links to human leadership gifts for the $2.2 million expansion tives for his outstanding work as a crime vic- rights advocates nationwide to ensure that the project for the Starr Library. She has co- tim liaison. In that capacity, Detective Deck issue of Sikh identity was understood and re- chaired the YWCA’s $2 million capital cam- worked diligently to uncover every avenue of spected. When a Sikh man named Balbir paign renovation project and the Mid-Hudson assistance for crime victims and their families. Singh Sodhi was murdered in Arizona five Children’s Museum $2.8 million acquisition days after 9/11, Yogi Bhajan worked with com- Detective Deck’s concern for others extended project. Sally is also chairwoman of the well beyond the bounds of the 4th District. He munity and government leaders in Arizona to Rhinebeck Comprehensive Plan Revision help raise awareness about the Sikh commu- was a regular volunteer with the Cops & Kids Project, a community-wide planning initiative programs at Metro General Hospital, providing nity there, and to honor Balbir Singh with a focusing on Rhinebeck’s future. major memorial event. a sunny distraction for young patients through I had the privilege of Yogi Bhajan’s friend- Sally has also served as chairwoman of the his annual transformation from detective to elf. ship and support for more than 20 years. He Town of Rhinebeck Planning Board. She has He was also an active member of civic organi- was a dynamic, powerful person with a strong been an active member of the New York State zations, including the Fraternal Order of Po- devotion to human rights, religious freedom, Planning Federation and the Dutchess County lice, the Cleveland Police Patrolman’s Asso- and good health. Whatever one’s faith, he had Planning Federation, as a member of Hudson ciation, and the Cleveland Police Historical the right words, the right lesson, and the right River Shorelines Task Force. Sally also Society and Museum. served as a representative of the Chairman of message. He spoke to us all, and he inspired Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me the Dutchess County Legislature on the Hud- us. Around the world he was a powerful voice in honor and remembrance of Detective Louis son Valley Regional Council. for peace. I am also proud that my State of J. Deck, as we reflect on his incredible service New Mexico made history by designating Oc- In recognition of Sally’s continued work and to our community as police officer, detective, tober 23rd as ‘‘Yogi Bhajan Memorial Day.’’ service to her community, the Community veteran, volunteer and friend. Detective Deck’s The resolution I am introducing today recog- Foundation of Dutchess County has recently nizes Yogi Bhajan as a wise teacher and men- integrity, expertise, and focus on protecting honored Sally, as have many other organiza- and reaching out to those in need will forever tor, an outstanding pioneer, a champion of tions throughout the region over the years. peace and compassionate human being, and serve as a shining example of all that is good Sally’s tireless and dedicated service dem- extends condolences on his passing. I intro- in public service. He lived life with a wry smile, onstrates the essence of what it means to be duced this bill at the end of the 108th Con- quick wit and helping hand, and his legacy of a citizen. People like Sally across the nation gress, soon after Yogi Bhajan’s passing, and lifting up the lives of countless residents, form the fabric of our society. I hope my colleagues and I can work together young and old, will serve as a shining road to pass the resolution during the 109th. I At this time, it is important we honor such upon which others should follow, and will for- would like to thank members of the House individuals for their devoted and generous ever uplift our entire community. I offer my India Caucus, who helped build support for work, leadership, and service on behalf of condolences to his children, grandchildren, ex- this resolution, as well as Senators JEFF their communities. As evidenced by Sally’s tended family and many friends. His life and BINGAMAN, PETE DOMENICI, and JOHN CORNYN, achievements, it is people like her that make service to others will live forever in the hearts who will introduce the Senate companion. I our communities better places to live. of everyone who knew and loved him well.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.039 E26PT1 E94 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 INTRODUCTION OF THE HOPE promote geospatial technology. Geospatial IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF PLUS SCHOLARSHIP ACT data from satellites can produce very accurate TIM MCCORMACK maps that show information about vegetation, HON. RON PAUL wildlife habitat, flood plains, transportation cor- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH OF TEXAS ridors, soil types, and many other things. OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES By giving State and local governments and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES communities greater access to geospatial data Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Wednesday, January 26, 2005 from commercial sources and Federal agen- Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce cies such as NASA, I believe that the Federal Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in the Hope Plus Scholarship Act, which expands Government can help bring valuable—and honor and recognition of Tim McCormack, the Hope Education Scholarship credit to powerful—informational planning resources to upon the close of his outstanding service as cover K–12 education expenses. Under this the table. Cuyahoga County Commissioner. Commis- bill, parents could use the Hope Scholarship to My bill would facilitate this transfer of infor- sioner McCormack’s passionate and powerful pay for private or religious school tuition or to mation. The bill would establish in NASA a resolve and unwavering focus on restoring our offset the cost of home schooling. In addition, program of grants for competitively awarded child welfare system has saved the lives of under the bill, all Americans could use the pilot projects. The purpose would be to ex- many children, and enhanced the lives of Hope Scholarship to make cash or in-kind do- plore the integrated use of sources of remote countless more. nations to public schools. Thus, the Hope sensing and other geospatial information to Beneath Commissioner McCormack’s Scholarship could help working parents send address State, local, regional, and tribal agen- straightforward and abrupt approach shines a their child to a private school, while other pat- cy needs. courageous and compassionate heart, one ents could take advantage of the Hope credit State and local governments and commu- that has guided him well and served our chil- to help purchase new computers for their chil- nities can use geospatial information in a vari- dren well. Of the myriad of issues facing our dren’s local public school. county, Commissioner McCormack directed Reducing taxes so that Americans can de- ety of applications—in such areas as urban land-use planning, coastal zone management his focus on the plight of the struggling chil- vote more of their own resources to education dren and families of Cuyahoga County. Armed is the best way to improve America’s schools, and erosion control, transportation corridors, environmental planning, and agricultural and with compassion, integrity, intelligence, and a since individuals are more likely than federal natural immunity to political pressure, Com- bureaucrats to insist that schools be account- forest management. But another potential application that has missioner McCormack worked tirelessly to cut able for student performance. When the fed- a clear path through the tangled web of county eral government controls the education dollar, garnered much recent attention is the use of geospatial technology to bolster our homeland government, working to recreate a system of schools will be held accountable for their com- government that would serve as an effective pliance with bureaucratic paperwork require- security. Emergency management has always been entity where the lives of our children would be ments and mandates that have little to do with protected and assisted. Because of Commis- actual education. Federal rules and regula- an important responsibility of State and local governments. But in the aftermath of the Sep- sioner McCormack’s commitment, the families tions also divert valuable resources—away and caseworkers of Cuyahoga County now from classroom instruction. tember 11th terrorist attacks, the scope of this responsibility has broadened. Geospatial tech- walk along the path of light and hope. The only way to reform America’s education The work of Commissioner McCormack was system is through restoring control of the edu- nology can help States and localities identify the location, nature, and scope of potential a vocation, not occupation, and he consist- cation dollar to the American people so they ently drove himself to work the best he could can ensure schools provide their children a vulnerabilities and the impact of potential haz- ards, as well as how to respond to events and on behalf of his constituents. His efforts al- quality education. I therefore ask all of my col- ways exceeded 100 percent, and he expected leagues to help improve education by return- recover from them. Certainly it is important that we continue to the same from his staff and colleagues. A true ing education resources to the American peo- hero and man of unwavering integrity, Com- ple by cosponsoring the Hope Plus Scholar- add to our database of available geospatial in- formation—more information is always better missioner McCormack used his high profile ship Act. position as nothing more than an instrument of f than less. But we also need to get maximum use of information we already have at hand. aid to others. His long-time commitment to REMOTE SENSING APPLICATIONS That is the need this bill would address. public service spans nearly twenty-five years, evenly reflecting a biography of outstanding ACT OF 2005 State and local officials are becoming more service to his constituents, especially to those familiar with the uses of geospatial technology in need. HON. MARK UDALL for various planning purposes. However, there Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me OF COLORADO is a need for Federal agencies such as NASA, in honor, recognition and gratitude to Commis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which has been pioneering the uses of sat- sioner Tim McCormack, whose honest work ellite remote sensing technologies, to work Wednesday, January 26, 2005 and unwavering focus shed light on a broken with State and local organizations to dem- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, today system, and who had a profound impact on onstrate how remote sensing and other I am introducing the Remote Sensing Applica- the lives of countless residents of Cuyahoga geospatial data can offer a cost effective plan- tions Act of 2005. County. Commissioner McCormack’s steadfast ning and assessment tool. I introduced this bill as H.R. 2426 in the dedication on behalf of our most vulnerable 107th Congress, and the House passed it in I’m pleased there has been broad bipartisan and valuable citizens, the children of Cuya- 2002. The bill was introduced again in the cosponsorship of the bill and that it has hoga County, will forever serve as a beacon of 108th Congress as H.R. 1292, and passed the earned the endorsement of a number of im- light and hope, and the torch he carried must full Science Committee. In this Congress, I’m portant national organizations. These sup- be raised high again. porters of my bill understand the importance of eager to work with my colleagues on both f sides of the aisle to see my legislation through targeting geospatial information at the places to passage in both chambers. where it will have the greatest impact—the INTRODUCTION OF THE TEACHER I originally introduced this bill mainly to ad- local and regional levels. TAX CUT ACT AND THE PROFES- dress a real problem we have in Colorado, the The Remote Sensing Applications Act can SIONAL EDUCATORS TAX RELIEF problem of excess growth and sprawl. My goal help begin to bridge the gap between estab- ACT was to point to a way to utilize the resources lished and emerging technology solutions and of the Federal Government to help foster wise the problems and challenges that State and HON. RON PAUL community planning and management at the local communities face regarding growth man- OF TEXAS agement, homeland security, forest fire man- local level. As a Member of the House IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Science Committee and the Space and Aero- agement, and other issues. nautics Subcommittee, it made sense to me to Mr. Speaker, this bill will be welcomed by Wednesday, January 26, 2005 look for ways to help communities grow in a States and localities nationwide. I look forward Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to in- smarter way through the use of technology. to working with Members of the House, includ- troduce two pieces of legislation that raise the I have reintroduced the bill in this Congress ing my colleagues on the Science Committee, pay of teachers and other educators by cutting because I still believe we need to do more to to move forward with this important initiative. their taxes. I am sure that all my colleagues

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.043 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E95 agree that it is long past time to begin treating Unfortunately, in March 2003, as part of the port those that they love to ensure the future those who have dedicated their lives to edu- heinous crackdown of peaceful, pro democ- of our great Nation. cating America’s children with the respect they racy activists, Mr. Mart´ınez Herna´ndez was ar- To military spouses and families every- deserve. Compared to other professionals, rested. Subsequently, in a sham trial, he was where, thank you. We owe you a heartfelt educators are underappreciated and under- sentenced to 13 years in the totalitarian gulag. debt of gratitude. paid. This must change if America is to have While confined in the deplorable gulag, it f the finest education system in the world. ´ has been reported that Mr. Martınez INTRODUCTION OF THE EDU- Quality education is impossible without qual- Herna´ndez has been threatened because he ity teaching. If we continue to undervalue edu- CATION IMPROVEMENT TAX CUT has persisted in studying the Bible. It is abhor- ACT cators, it will become harder to attract, and rent to nature that this brave man languishes keep, good people in the education profes- in an infernal gulag because he believes in sion. While educators’ pay is primarily a local freedom of religion, democracy, and basic HON. RON PAUL issue, Congress can, and should, help raise human rights for the Cuban people. OF TEXAS educators’ take-home pay by reducing edu- Mr. Speaker, President Bush addressed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cators’ taxes. those brave men and women who spread the Wednesday, January 26, 2005 This is why I am introducing the Teachers light of freedom in the darkest corners of the Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce Tax Cut Act. This legislation provides every world when he said in his inaugural address, the Education Improvement Tax Cut Act. This teacher in America with a $1,000 tax credit. I just a few days ago, ‘‘Democratic reformers act, a companion to my Family Education am also introducing the Professional Edu- facing repression, prison, or exile can know: Freedom Act, takes a further step toward re- cators Tax Relief Act, which extends the America sees you for who you are: the future turning control over education resources to pri- $1,000 tax credit to counselors, librarians, and leaders of your free country.’’ My Colleagues, vate citizens by providing a $3,000 tax credit all school personnel involved in any aspect of we must demand the immediate release of for donations to scholarship funds to enable the K–12 academic program. Jose´ Miguel Mart´ınez Herna´ndez and every low-income children to attend private schools. The Teacher Tax Cut Act and the Profes- political prisoner languishing in the dungeons It also encourages private citizens to devote sional Educators Tax Relief Act increase the of tyrants. more of their resources to helping public salaries of teachers and other education pro- f schools, by providing a $3,000 tax credit for fessionals without raising federal expenditures. cash or in-kind donations to public schools to By raising the take-home pay of professional THANKING AMANDA CONLEY support academic or extra curricular programs. educators, these bills encourage highly quali- I need not remind my colleagues that edu- fied people to enter, and remain in, education. HON. JEFF MILLER cation is one of the top priorities of the Amer- These bills also let America’s professional OF FLORIDA ican people. After all, many members of Con- educators know that the American people and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gress have proposed education reforms and a the Congress respect their work. great deal of time is spent debating these pro- I hope all my colleagues join me in sup- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 posals. However, most of these proposals ei- porting our nation’s teachers and other profes- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise ther expand federal control over education or sional educators by cosponsoring the Teacher today to extend my thanks to Amanda Conley engage in the pseudo-federalism of block Tax Cut Act and the Professional Educators for her faithful and selfless dedication to our grants. Many proposals that claim to increase Tax Relief Act. country. local control over education actually extend f On a daily basis, we are reminded of the federal power by holding schools ‘‘account- ´ tremendous costs that freedom often requires. able’’ to federal bureaucrats and politicians. Of FREEDOM FOR JOSE MIGUEL course, schools should be held accountable MARTI´NEZ HERNA´ NDEZ Throughout the history of the United States of America, men, woman and families have given for their results, but they should be held ac- their all to further our constitutional hopes and countable to parents and school boards not to HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART dreams. federal officials. Therefore, I propose we move OF FLORIDA For 36 years, Amanda Conley has tirelessly in a different direction and embrace true fed- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES supported the men of her family. Born on-base eralism by returning control over the education Wednesday, January 26, 2005 the daughter of a Navy Chaplain, Mrs. Conley dollar to the American people. One of the major problems with centralized Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. grew up in the midst of great men and women control over education funding is that spending Speaker, I rise today to speak about Jose´ that served and protected our Nation from en- priorities set by Washington-based Represent- Miguel Mart´ınez Herna´ndez, a political pris- emies both foreign and domestic. Through three deployments to the Mediterranean and a atives, staffers, and bureaucrats do not nec- oner in totalitarian Cuba. essarily match the needs of individual commu- Mr. Mart´ınez Herna´ndez has bravely, and year-long assignment to the jungles of Viet- nities. In fact, it would be a miracle if spending peacefully, advocated for liberty and freedom nam, as well as countless assignments to var- priorities determined by the wishes of certain in Cuba, a country that suffers. under the ious destinations, Mrs. Conley endured what politically powerful representatives or the theo- seemed like endless separation from her fa- nightmare of repression that is the Castro re- ries of Education Department functionaries gime. He is an area representative for the 24 ther. match the priorities of every community in a February Movement, named for both the com- As her father’s service in the Navy came to country as large and diverse as America. mencement of the glorious Cuban War of an end, Mrs. Conley re-dedicated her support Block grants do not solve this problem as they Independence in 1895, and the day in 1996 to the United States military by becoming a simply allow states and localities to choose when two civilian aircraft carrying four mem- Navy wife. She endured the same sporadic the means to reach federally-determined ends. bers of the Brothers to the Rescue organiza- deployments and nights alone as had marked Returning control over the education dollar tion were shot down over international waters her childhood, including a tour in the Persian for tax credits for parents and for other con- by the Cuban dictatorship’s fighter jets. The 24 Gulf and 6 years as a single mother while her cerned citizens returns control over both the February Movement desires, and struggles for, husband Steve was assigned to recruiting means and ends of education policy to local freedom in Cuba. Mr. Mart´ınez Herna´ndez duty. communities. People in one community may also hosts an independent library in his home, Every day United States servicemen and use this credit to purchase computers, while in order to provide truth instead of the re- women serve with fervency and zeal due in children in another community may, at last, gime’s propaganda. large part to the continued support of their have access to a quality music program be- According to Amnesty International, Mr. spouses and loved ones. Troop morale stems cause of community leaders who took advan- Mart´ınez Herna´ndez has been harassed and from the loyal and endless efforts and sac- tage of the tax credit contained in this bill. detained on a number of occasions in connec- rifices of their loved ones on the homefront, Children in some communities may benefit tion with his pro-democracy activism. Amnesty those who benefit from freedom each day be- most from the opportunity to attend private, International also reports that he was taken cause of what their husbands, wives, daugh- parochial, or other religious schools. One of into custody and interrogated by the tyrant’s ters and sons contribute through their service. the most encouraging trends in education has thugs in June, 2001. Despite being constantly Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States been the establishment of private scholarship attacked by the despotic regime, Mr. Mart´ınez Congress, we are humbled by and appre- programs. These scholarship funds use vol- Herna´ndez continued his efforts to bring free- ciative to men and women like Mrs. Amanda untary contributions to open the doors of qual- dom to the Cuban people. Conley, who are willing to sacrifice and sup- ity private schools to low-income children. By

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.047 E26PT1 E96 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 providing a tax credit for donations to these degree from the University of Utah Law derserved populations and the Hispanic busi- programs, Congress can widen the edu- School. After a stellar broadcast career, Mr. ness community. She has received honors for cational opportunities and increase the quality Moll spent 25 years in the Salt Lake County her work by the Puerto Rican Bar Association, of education for all children. Furthermore, pri- Attorney’s office. For two decades he was the Verizon, the United Bronx Organization, Gov- vately-funded scholarships raise none of the chief spokesman for Salt Lake County at the ernor Pataki, the Girl Scouts, El Diario, the concerns of state entanglement raised by pub- state legislature. Here is where our paths New York State Department of Correctional licly-funded vouchers. crossed. In my years in the Utah House of Services, the Hispanic Society of the New There is no doubt that Americans will al- Representatives, I came to know Allan Moll as York/New Jersey Port Authority and Hispanic ways spend generously on education, the an articulate spokesman for Salt Lake County. Magazine—and the list goes on. question is, ‘‘who should control the education He was also a consummate professional. I ap- This woman is a true leader, public servant, dollar—politicians and bureaucrats or the preciated his accurate information, his respect- visionary, defender, mother and friend. Shir- American people?’’ Mr. Speaker, I urge my ful demeanor and personal considerations. I ley—and the work she has done—is far more colleagues to join me in placing control of edu- joined many of my colleagues who considered than one expects from the average citizen. cation back in the hands of citizens and local Allan Moll not just an effective lobbyist, but Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor communities by sponsoring the Education Im- also a friend. the career and achievements of Shirley provement Tax Cut Act. He enjoyed his work and I enjoyed his in- Rodriguez Remeneski and join with my col- f nate kindness. He retired in 1996. In 1997, the leagues in the House of Representatives in 29 member Utah State Senate illustrated their applauding her outstanding dedication to the PERSONAL EXPLANATION respect by passing a resolution recognizing residents of New York City and the Hispanic Allan Moll as the ‘‘30th State Senator.’’ He community throughout the years. We are all HON. CHRISTOPHER SHAYS also received recognition awards from the truly better off because of her devotion and OF CONNECTICUT Utah State Court Association and BYU Lawyer commitment to us and our city. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Legislative Association. f Allan Moll had an interesting story to tell. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 EXPRESSING GRATITUDE TO THE When I was assigned as the teacher advisor MEMBERS OF BRAVO BATTERY, Mr. SHAYS. Mr. Speaker, on January 25, I to my high school’s National Honor Society, FIRST BATTALION, 109TH FIELD was participating in the World Economic the first person I invited to speak to these out- ARTILLERY DIVISION OF THE Forum in Davos, Switzerland and, therefore, standing kids was Allan Moll. He kindly gave PENNSYLVANIA ARMY NATIONAL missed two recorded votes. of his time to meet the students and regale GUARD I take my voting responsibility very seriously them with stories of the ‘‘good old days’’ of tel- and would like the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD to evision news. I was appreciative of his willing- reflect that, had I been present, I would have ness to give of himself. HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI OF PENNSYLVANIA voted yes on recorded vote number 8 and yes Mr. Moll was unsuccessful in his only bid for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on recorded vote number 9. elective office, but those of us fortunate to f have worked with him had only the utmost re- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 spect. I am proud to honor the memory of a Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF great Utah public servant, Allan J. Moll. to ask you and my esteemed colleagues in the ALLAN J. MOLL f House of Representatives to pay tribute to the 126 members of the Bravo Battery of the First HON. ROB BISHOP IN RECOGNITION OF SHIRLEY Battalion of the 109th Field Artillery, based in OF UTAH RODRIGUEZ REMENESKI Nanticoke, Pennsylvania, who are returning IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ´ home this week after a year in Iraq. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 HON. NYDIA M. VELAZQUEZ Our brave soldiers have served their country OF NEW YORK valiantly and we welcome them home with the Mr. BISHOP of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I rise to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES utmost gratitude for their selflessness. In this celebrate the life of a man who has done time of war, it is important that we realize the Wednesday, January 26, 2005 much for journalism, the legal profession, and sacrifices our troops endure. Americans have good government in my home state of Utah. Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today a history of making the necessary sacrifices Allan J. Moll passed from this world on De- on the floor of the U.S. House of Representa- for fighting for the ideals in which we believe. cember 22nd of last year. He leaves the world tives to recognize the achievements of a re- Americans have consistently stepped up and a richer and better place for his influence and markable individual, Shirley Rodriguez taken the lead in ensuring democracy through presence. Remeneski. Shirley has been an inspiration voluntary military service. I remember as a teenager in Utah watching and an energetic force in our community, The Bravo Battery consists of: Richard him on the Evening News on Channel Four. working tirelessly over the past few decades Osborne Adams, David Paul Anthony, Ste- The experienced anchor had a unique delivery to better the lives of New Yorkers. phen John Arnold, Richard Anthony Aulicino, style I found fascinating. His art was honed by Throughout the years, Shirley has acted as Joseph Baloh, Michael William Bauder, James a lifetime of experience. He began his career a passionate advocate for not only the people Lee Bell, Joshua Michael Bohinski, Jason Otto in radio news at the age of 19. One of his first of New York, but also for the Hispanic com- Bolesta; Joshua Brandes, Dennis Michael assignments in broadcasting was reporting the munity at large. She successfully worked her Bressler, Travis C. Brigalia, Christian Ben- Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor to radio lis- way through the local government getting her jamin Brown, Mark Earl Brown, Ronald Joseph teners throughout the Intermountain West. He first taste of public policy advocacy in the So- Bruza, Jr., Kyle Edward Buff, Robert Anthony served his country during World War II in the cial Services Unit in the Bronx Borough Presi- Burge, Kevin Thomas Burritt, Raymond U.S. Army Air Corps. dent’s Office, then moving on to work as the Charles Cannell, Gary Bruce Caton, Jr., John In 1948, Mr. Moll inaugurated the first com- Executive Director of NYS Governor’s Office Lawrence Cavanaugh, Richard Lloyd Chesnet, mercial television broadcast in Utah. In 1958, for Hispanic Affairs, and then to her most re- Jr., Gerald B. Cobb, Scott Elliott Cousins; he moved to California as the news director at cent appointment in 2002 as the Senior Vice Ryan Hazen Craig, Christopher Alan Daniel, the RKO affiliate, KHJ Radio and Television President of the Empire State Development’s Scott Anthony Domanowski, Robert Patrick before returning to Utah in 1968. Mr. Moll was Economic Revitalization Division. There is no Donahue, Dean Emery Doty, Nicholas Andrew the evening news anchor on KCPX TV in the doubt that Shirley has touched a significant Dulina, William Sanderson Dutzar, Jason John late 1960’s through the 1970’s. He interviewed number of lives along the way. In 1989 Shirley Ellison, Eric Anthony Eppler, Eugene Joseph numerous influential Americans, including helped to lead relief efforts for the victims and Everett, Rodney Stephen Fedorchak, Robert President Truman, President Kennedy, Sen- survivors of Hurricane Hugo in Puerto Rico. Allen Franks, Terrance Charles Frederick, ator Goldwater and many Hollywood stars. In Time and time again, she has selflessly given James Joseph Gallagher, James Michael Gal- 2001, the Utah Radio and Broadcast Associa- her talent and devotion to improve and en- lagher, Patrick Edward Gallagher, Tomas tion inducted him as ‘‘Broadcaster of the hance the quality of life for others. Rafael Garcia, Mario Luis Gonzalez, Jr., Jer- Year.’’ The list of Shirley’s accomplishments for our emy James Granahan, Nicholas Joseph Allan Moll’s accomplishments are not limited community is plentiful, and has led to her rec- Guzenski, Justin Matthew Harris, William Har- to the broadcast industry. He received a law ognition as a champion for both the city’s un- ris, Kelly Scott Harter, Kevin Patrick Hettler,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.050 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E97 Bruce Alan Hinds II, David Andrew Hoover, PERSONAL EXPLANATION IN HONOR OF TOMMY G. Kevin Thomas Hoover, Christopher Andrew THOMPSON Hudock, Matthew David Jacobs, Elijah Kareeme Jones, James Joseph Kania; HON. JIM McDERMOTT OF WASHINGTON HON. MARK GREEN Daniel Steven Kankiewicz, Christopher OF WISCONSIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES James Keen, Christopher Warren Keller, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Brendan Kevin Kelly, Jared Raymond Ken- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Wednesday, January 26, 2005 nedy, David John Kinney, Rory Francis Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I apologize Kirwan, Rhyan Lee Kleiner, Neil Charles Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, it is for missing votes on the evening of January Klinges, Nicholas Andrews Kopco, Raymond my distinct honor and pleasure to recognize 25, 2005. I was on my way back to the United Louis Krzak, Brett David Kunkle, Charles before this body one of our Nation’s most States from Chad and Algeria, where I wit- Cushing Ladd V, George Leibman, Matthew dedicated public servants—Secretary Tommy nessed first-hand the results of the genocide Lipo, Billy Joe Lorah, Phillip Glenn Losito, An- G. Thompson of the Department of Health and occurring in Sudan. Had I been able to, I drew Lukashewski, Brian Lukashewski, Jo- Human Services. would have voted: ‘‘Yes’’ on H. Con. Res. 16 seph Andrew Lukashewski, Matthew Lupico, Here in Washington, DC, most folks know (rollcall vote No. 8); ‘‘yes’’ on H. Res. 39 (roll- Nicholas Richard Lynn, Leonard John Macking Tommy for his role in transforming the Depart- call vote No. 9). III, Brian Jason Martin, William Frank ment of Health and Human Services into a Marusak, Michael Aloysius McKeown, Adam highly sophisticated, highly organized agency f Charles Metz, Kenneth Paul Miller, Jr., Robert equipped to combat the threat of bioterrorism. Jason Miller, Robert John Miller, Paul A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO THE OLD His hard work and steady leadership helped Minnicks IV, David Joseph Miscavage, Cliff FORT LIONS CLUB ON THE OCCA- steer our Nation through some of its darkest Antonio Morales, Joseph John Novackowski, SION OF THEIR SIXTIETH ANNI- moments, and America is a far safer place Patrick Francis O’Boyle, Walter Robert Ohl, VERSARY today because of his tireless efforts. Thomas Robert O’Leary, Charles Alex Pavlick, But the service of Tommy Thompson will be Francis William Petroski, Kris Sean Petrosky, heralded for decades far beyond the D.C. Sr., Tony Phan; HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Beltway as well. As a member of the Wis- OF OHIO consin State Assembly, followed by a historic Francis Joseph Poperowitz, Neil Aaron IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 14-year tenure as Governor of the Badger Ravitz, Jason Rexford Robbins, Timothy Mi- State, Tommy solidified his place as one of chael Roberts, Jeremy John Rusczyk, Ste- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 the greatest public servants in American his- phen Mark Rutkowski, Sean Paul Sarokas, Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is my privi- tory. Personally, Tommy encouraged me to John Sedon IV, Daniel Thomas Seip IV, Chris- run for the State Assembly and later the U.S. topher Jude Sicurella, Jonathan Neil Suva, lege to pay tribute to an outstanding service organization located in Ohio’s Fifth Congres- Congress, and he has played a monumental Anthony William Skrypski, K. Jaime Sorber, role in shaping the political careers of count- Daniel Christian Stella, Robert Paul Sternick, sional District. On December 14, 2004, the Lion’s Club of Old Fort, OH, celebrated its less others. William Fredrick Stiefel, Jr., Jamie Lee Sult, Mr. Speaker, as Secretary Thompson pre- Justin George Thomas, William Lewis 60th anniversary. The village of Old Fort, my hometown, is a pares to leave his post at the Department of Thubbron, Jonathan David Torres, Daniel Kie- Health and Human Services, I would like to ran Walsh, Nicholas William Walters, Wesley community renowned for its civic pride and commitment to service. In 1944, it was home once again thank him for his years of devoted James Waters, Leonard Kenneth Weston, Jr., service to the State of Wisconsin and our Adam Thomas Wilcox, Aron Preston Wright, to five active churches, an active Grange as well as school organizations dedicated to help- great Nation, and wish him the best of luck in Joshua Paul Yetter, Michael Lee Yetter, Eric all his future endeavors. Mark Zagata, and Robert Louis Zarnoch. ing others. There was not, however, an agen- cy which could coordinate these services to f Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me in provide for the entire community. thanking these soldiers for their courage and THE GOVERNMENT RESERVATION My father, P.M. Gillmor, who served as the love of country. It is truly an honor to serve ACCELERATED DEVELOPMENT first president of the Old Fort Lions Club, them in the United States Congress. Please FOR EDUCATION ACT (GRADE-A) along with Ralph Blaney, were members of join me in welcoming these fine Americans the nearby Tiffin Lions Club. Together, they home. proposed that Old Fort should form a club of HON. MARK STEVEN KIRK their own. After enlisting 41 good citizens of OF ILLINOIS f Old Fort, they became charter members and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION joined Lions International. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 The Lions Club was a good fit for Old Fort Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to intro- and the members were active in the commu- duce a bill to fully fund the Impact Aid pro- HON. BARBARA LEE nity from the very beginning. Throughout its gram. Earlier today, along with twenty-seven OF CALIFORNIA history there has never been a lack of enthu- bi-partisan co-sponsors I introduced the Gov- siasm or volunteer labor for its many projects. ernment Reservation Accelerated Develop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In addition, the Old Fort Lions Club has been ment for Education Act or GRADE-A bill. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 active throughout the years in zone, State and This bill is intended to fulfill an obligation the International Lions. Ralph Blaney served as an Federal Government made in 1950 when Con- Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, on January 25, international director, David Biddle and Ralph gress established the Impact Aid program. Im- 2005, during rollcall vote No. 8 and rollcall Gillmor served as district governors, and the pact Aid was created because Congress rec- vote No. 9, I was unavoidably detained due to Club has had many zone officers. ognized the obligation of the federal govern- travel back to the United States from Africa Anniversaries are a time to reflect upon a ment to assist school districts and commu- where a few of my colleagues and I on Chair- steadfast tradition of service. They are also a nities that experience a loss in their local prop- man ROYCE’s codel learned firsthand about time to look toward new horizons. Lions have erty tax base due to the presence of the fed- the terrible genocide in the Darfur region of made it their responsibility to serve those in eral government. Between 1950 and 1969, the Sudan. need by keeping pace with the ever increasing Impact Aid program was fully funded by Con- Had I been present, I would have voted challenges facing mankind. gress. Since that time, the funding level has ‘‘aye’’ on both resolutions: H. Con. Res. 16, Mr. Speaker, it is obvious that the commu- not kept pace with the amount required to congratulating the Ukrainian people on their nity and the members of the club have greatly cover the federal government’s tax obligation. recent democratic election, and H. Res. 39, benefited from the effort that was started in Overseas, the Department of Defense runs commending countries and organizations for 1944. I ask my colleagues to join me today in many schools for the dependents of U.S. serv- marking the 60th anniversary of the liberation recognizing the achievements of the Old Fort ice personnel. Many people ask why the De- of Auschwitz and urging a strengthening of the Lions and encourage them to continue to up- partment does not run such schools within the fight against racism, intolerance, bigotry, preju- hold what has become the standard for serv- United States. The answer is that the children dice, discrimination, and anti-Semitism. ice in Ohio. of military personnel already suffer enough

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.054 E26PT1 E98 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 with their parents on long deployments over- we must also support their kids and the local after a mandatory COOL program is up and seas. We should not segregate military kids schools they attend. This may take many running. Consumers want this information, and from schools when stationed here in their own years to accomplish but the time is now to producers will benefit from having this informa- country. Military kids also tend to be high support schools that educate the children tion available. It is good policy and I urge my achievers with parents that on average are whose parents wear our Nation’s uniform. Let colleagues to support this bill. model citizens. They tend to pull up the aca- us recognize our duty to America’s children f demic and athletic achievements of the and to our military. INTRODUCTION OF A BILL TO schools they attend. f With thousands of servicemen and women COMMEMORATE THE SPIRIT OF risking everything overseas, I can think of no INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION CESAR E. CHAVEZ: ‘‘SI SE better way to set their minds at ease then by THAT IS IMPORTANT TO RANCH- PUEDE’’ taking care of their families back home. This ERS AND CONSUMERS support should begin with assuring our sol- HON. BOB FILNER diers that their children are receiving a quality HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH OF CALIFORNIA OF SOUTH DAKOTA education. There are 15 million school children IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in this Nation who are eligible for Impact Aid. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Enrolled in one of the 1,300 eligible school Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to districts, these children depend on their Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, honor and remember a great American leader schools to provide them with an education and along with my colleague, Representative BAR- and hero, Cesar Chavez. He was a husband, their parents depend on the schools to act as BARA CUBIN of Wyoming, to introduce a piece a community of support while they are de- of legislation that we believe is vitally impor- father, grandfather, labor organizer, commu- ployed. tant for the ranchers of our states and for con- nity leader and symbol of the ongoing struggle In my district, 36 percent of all students at- sumers across the country. for equal rights and equal opportunity. tending North Chicago’s School District 187 On December 29, 2004, the U.S. Depart- Cesar was the son of migrant farm workers are ‘‘Impact Aid’’ children. Currently, there is ment of Agriculture announced regulations that who dedicated his life to fighting for the no guarantee that North Chicago will receive would enable certain countries, including Can- human rights and dignity of farm laborers. He the maximum amount that Impact Aid has ada, to qualify as ‘‘minimal-risk regions’’ for was born on March 31, 1927, on a small farm promised to provide for its students. We must the disease bovine spongiform near Yuma, Arizona, and died nearly 12 years guarantee our servicemen and women a qual- encephalopathy or BSE. Thus, on March 7, ago in April of 1993. Over the course of his ity education for their families. 2005, Canadian cattle will again be allowed 66-year life, Cesar Chavez’ work inspired mil- But an even more pressing issue occurs at into the United States after a 19-month mora- lions and made him a major force in American two other school districts in my district. About torium on those animals due to a BSE out- history. one in twenty students in School District 225 break in that country. Since the announcement In 1962, Cesar Chavez and his family (Glenview), as well as School Districts 112 of that rule, the government of Canada has founded the National Farm Workers Associa- and 113 (Highwood/Highland Park), are Im- discovered and confirmed two additional cases tion which organized thousands of farm work- pact Aid children. Due to the current funding of BSE in that country’s cattle herd. Despite ers to confront one of the most powerful in- formulas, District 225 only receives $110,000, this fact, USDA has not announced an inten- dustries in our nation. He inspired them to join and Districts 112/113 $100,000. The money tion to reexamine the rule or to postpone the together and non-violently demand safe and they receive is 90 percent short of the cost of date that it will open our borders to Canadian fair working conditions. educating these children. This shortfall creates cattle. Through the use of a grape boycott, he was a strain on the school districts overall. Language to require country-of-origin label- able to secure the first union contracts for The quickest way to take a soldier or sail- ing (COOL) for certain meat and perishable farm workers in this country. These contracts or’s mind off their mission is to have them agricultural products was included in the Farm provided farm workers with the basic services worrying about their children’s education. Kids Security and Rural Investment Act of 2002, that most workers take for granted, services from military families come from some of the also known as the 2002 Farm Bill. Under that such as clean drinking water and sanitary fa- hardest working, most patriotic families, but law, this provision was set to become oper- cilities. Because of his fight to enforce child the schools they attend sometimes face short ational on September 30, 2004. Unfortunately, labor laws, farm workers could also be certain funding. This is because of the way we fund Congress has postponed the implementation that their children would not be working side our Nation’s schools. Impact Aid honors our date for COOL until September 30, 2006. by side with them and would instead attend commitment to military. It guarantees that Even more distressing, opponents of COOL the migrant schools he helped to establish. In those families who serve to protect our free- have begun an effort to replace the mandatory addition, Cesar Chavez made the world aware dom are in turn protected by the federal gov- COOL program with a voluntary one. of the exposure to dangerous chemicals that ernment. Mandatory COOL is important policy for farm workers and consumers face every day. We should support the Impact Aid program several reasons. First, it would distinguish As a labor leader, he earned great support because it is the right thing to do to make sure American meat products from those that are from unions and elected officials across the schools near military bases are adequately being imported into this country. This would country. The movement he began continues funded. We should also support this program enable American ranchers and pork producers today as the United Farm Workers of America. because it is important to the future of our and others to promote domestically produced Cesar Chavez’ influence extends far beyond country’s defense. The United States estab- meat products that rancher in my state believe agriculture. He was instrumental in forming the lished the all-volunteer military thirty years are superior to meat and live animals pro- Community Service Organization, one of the ago. After decades of experience, we now duced in other countries. first civic action groups in the Mexican-Amer- know that the children of military personnel Secondly, it will give American consumers ican communities of California and Arizona. are the most likely to join the military. This information that they have repeatedly stated He worked in urban areas, organized voter means that the Impact Aid program is not only they want about the origin of the meat that registration drives and brought complaints helping families now on active duty but also they buy at the grocery store. American con- against mistreatment by government agencies. educating young men and women who are the sumers know where virtually all of their con- He taught community members how to deal most likely to become the future backbone of sumer goods are manufactured, but not some- with governmental, school and financial institu- the armed forces. thing as important as the food that they pro- tions and empowered many thousands to seek This bill was the first piece of legislation that vide for their families. They want this informa- further advancement in education and politics. I introduced in the 107th Congress. We at- tion and they should have access to it. There are countless stories of judges, engi- tracted above 20 co-sponsors. In the 108th Providing consumers with access to coun- neers, lawyers, teachers, church leaders, or- Congress, we attracted above 40 co-sponsors. try-of-origin information becomes particularly ganizers and other hardworking professionals Clearly the time is coming when this bill must important in light of our Department of Agri- who credit Cesar Chavez as the inspiring become law. culture’s intention open the border to animals force in their lives. Our constitution commands that the first job from a country that has recently found multiple During a time of great social upheaval, he of the federal government is to ‘‘provide for cases of BSE. was sought out by groups from all walks of life the common defense.’’ As we improve the pay This bill would prevent USDA from opening and all religions to help bring calm with his and benefits of men and women in uniform, the Canadian border to cattle imports until non-violent practices. In his fight for peace,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.060 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E99 justice, respect and self-determination, he He believed these things knowing full well it tack the subcommittee’s findings indirectly gained the admiration and respect of millions meant risking his life, liberty, and his own hap- without technically violating the agreement of Americans and most Members of this piness. that Mr. Gingrich’s lawyers made with the ethics subcommittee. House of Representatives. I believe we live in a smaller world these The call was taped by people in Florida Cesar Chavez will be remembered for his days. It grows smaller with each tragedy such who were unsympathetic to Mr. Gingrich and tireless commitment to improve the plight of as this. Every life matters—especially when it who said they heard it on a police scanner farm workers, children and the poor through- holds such promise. that happened to pick up the cellular tele- out the United States and for the inspiration Oregonians today are feeling the loss. Let phone transmissions of one of the partici- his heroic efforts gave to so many Americans. us commit ourselves, here—in this chamber— pants. It was given to a Democratic Con- We in Congress must make certain that the to work even harder and do our part to make gressman, who made the tape available to movement Cesar Chavez began and the time- sound decisions about matters of peace and The New York Times. Mr. Gingrich’s office today did not question the authenticity of less lessons of justice and fairness he taught war; to be worthy of the trust Nainoa K. Hoe the conversation, but insisted that it did not are preserved and honored in our national placed in our hands. violate any agreement with the ethics sub- conscience. To make sure that these funda- Let us pledge ourselves to being worthy of committee. mental principles are never forgotten, I urge the sacrifice Nainoa freely offered; we owe The Speaker and his allies acknowledged my colleagues to support this resolution. In the him, and those that will follow, nothing less. at the time that their conversation was a bit words of Cesar and the United Farm Workers, f ‘‘premature,’’ since the subcommittee had si se puede—yes, we can! not yet even voted on the charges against FREE SPEECH AND FREEDOM OF Mr. Gingrich. Nevertheless, they talked f THE PRESS about how to handle inevitable Democratic HONORING THE LIFE OF 1LT attacks, how to time the day’s events with NAINOA K. HOE, USA newspapers, news agencies and the evening HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK television news in mind, and—above all—how OF CALIFORNIA to avoid making all that look as if Mr. Ging- HON. DARLENE HOOLEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rich was pulling the strings. OF OREGON In the Dec. 21 conversation, Mr. Gingrich’s Wednesday, January 26, 2005 lawyer, Ed Bethune, said, ‘‘it is very impor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, not long ago, a tant for me to be able to say to the special Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Congressman from Ohio entered into the CON- counsel and if necessary to the committee members that we—and by that I mean the Ms. HOOLEY. Mr. Speaker, today we honor GRESSIONAL RECORD a recent newspaper ac- other attorney, Randy Evans, and I, and the life, passion, and patriotism of Nainoa K. count concerning his legal proceeding against Newt—have done everything in our power to Hoe, First Lieutenant, United States Army, a Representative JIM MCDERMOTT, my friend try to stop all things that might be con- fallen American hero. and colleague from Washington State. I was strued in any way as an orchestration at- Although I have shared the stories of self- struck by this. tempt by Newt Gingrich.’’ lessness and sacrifice of our fallen soldiers This story began with two newspaper ac- Mr. Gingrich, Mr. Bethune and the others before, this time is different. counts over 7 years ago. If we are going to re- discussed their tactics in a conference tele- First Lieutenant Hoe never lived in the Con- flect on this, I think it is only fair that Members phone call, a transcript of which was made available by a Democratic Congressman hos- gressional District I represent. Truth be told, of the House and the American people have tile to Mr. Gingrich who insisted that he not he never lived in Oregon. But his wife Emily, access to the same basic information, so they be identified further. her family, and their friends were hopeful can make up their own minds. The Congressman said the tape had been about the day he might. In this spirit, I am entering into the RECORD, given to him on Wednesday by a couple who His widow is a senior at Western Oregon and I would urge everyone to read, newspaper said they were from northern Florida. He University; she is proud of him and his con- accounts carried by the New York Times and quoted them as saying it had been recorded tribution. Her greatest concern has been for the Atlanta Journal Constitution. These stories off a radio scanner, suggesting that one par- her husband’s men, his family, and the friends disclosed efforts by then-Republican Speaker ticipant was using a cellular telephone. They said it was recorded about 9:45 A.M. on Dec. in their life. Newt Gingrich and Republican Members to 21. It seems that bravery, commitment to serv- skirt an agreement Gingrich had reached with The tape, in which the voices of Mr. Ging- ice, and honor were personality traits shared the Ethics Committee. rich and other Republican leaders are clearly by husband and wife. The young Hoe family At issue today are substantial issues con- recognizable, was plainly a recording of a will not get the years they deserved, but they cerning Free Speech and Freedom of the conversation that took place before the sub- are an example of love that we should all Press. The Courts have yet to render a full committee released its charges and Mr. strive to emulate. and final decision. While the legal process is Gingrich’s admissions. The call capped a week of elaborate plea- Just days ago, First Lieutenant Hoe was underway, I believe we serve this House and bargaining over the framing of the charges— killed while leading his platoon on a foot patrol the American people best by taking the time to and Mr. Gingrich’s admission—that the in Mosul. With him, the dreams of a radiant be fully and fairly informed. Speaker had brought discredit on the House young couple with so much to offer—so many [From the New York Times, Jan. 10, 1997] by giving untrue information to the ethics things to live and do—were buried in the sand GINGRICH IS HEARD URGING TACTICS IN ETHICS committee and by failing to get proper legal of a country in transition. CASE advice about the way he used money from tax-exempt foundations for a college course Sadly, First Lieutenant Hoe was almost (By Adam Clymer) home. His rotation nearly completed, he was and televised town meetings with political On the day in December when Newt Ging- overtones. scheduled to return to the Pacific Northwest rich admitted bringing discredit on the Mr. Gingrich’s admission of guilt avoided a on February 6, 2005. House, his lawyer told Republican leaders full-scale trial in which the details would Though proud of his contribution to the long- that the Speaker had promised an ethics sub- have been televised nationally. In return, the term stability of Iraq and its people, he was an committee not to use his office and his allies committee’s special counsel, James M. Cole, excited newlywed, looking forward to building to orchestrate a Republican counterattack insisted on a promise that the Speaker would a family, winning a position at the FBI, and en- against the committee’s charges. not use his allies to mount a counterattack That was part of the price for the sub- joying the freedoms he had worked so hard to against the subcommittee’s case, since its committee’s agreement to accept his admis- rules forbade Mr. Cole and members from an- protect. sion of guilt and spare him the potential hu- swering such attacks. For Nainoa, courage was a family value. He miliation of a full-scale public trial. The tone of the conversation was opti- believed that military service was an expected But that same day, even before the charges mistic. The Speaker and the other leaders privilege; a duty that he proudly discharged. had been made public, Mr. Gingrich held a believed that a coordinated response could He reveled in his role as a commander of a telephone conference call with other House enable them to limit political fallout. combat platoon—a duty similar to the kind his leaders in which he made suggestions for a And the talk, one of many that day, ended father Allen Hoe completed during his time in statement that the leaders would issue im- on a light note. After the basic outlines of mediately after the subcommittee’s charges the statement the leaders would issue had Vietnam. were disclosed. been agreed on, Representative Dick Armey First Lieutenant Hoe believed there was He also suggested the timing of various re- of Texas, the majority leader, had another nothing more important—no duty more sa- sponses to Democratic attacks. The politi- suggestion for how Mr. Gingrich could han- cred—than defending the ideals of this Nation, cians agreed among themselves how they dle the menacing accusation that he had de- of fighting for a cause greater than him. could use their opponents’ comments to at- liberately lied to the committee: ‘‘I am not

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.065 E26PT1 E100 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 sure you are ready for this, but you could The Speaker suggested that a leadership the investigation and not any direct con- quote Larry Gatlin and the Gatlin Broth- response be put out by 2 or 3 p.m., within a versations with his two Republican col- ers.’’ couple of hours of his statement and the sub- leagues. Mr. Gingrich asked, ’Which one is that?’’ committee’s statement. ‘‘I’m not an expert,’’ ‘‘The fact that they didn’t (confront Ging- Mr. Armey warbled: ‘‘I did not mean to de- he said, but ‘‘at that point we’re in by the rich) was something he drew comfort from,’’ ceive you. I never intended to push or shove. evening news, catch the morning papers.’’ said Galen. I just wish that you was someone that I Then the group went over the statement, Goss and Cardin declined to comment. love.’’ with various suggestions offered about how Schiff said that while the speaker has ex- Today, Lauren Maddox, a spokeswoman for to say that the Speaker had never inten- tended contact with the subcommittee mem- Mr. Gingrich, defended the Speaker’s role. tionally misled the ethics committee. bers during his two appearances before them, She said: ‘‘Newt has always had the right to The Speaker sought to end the cross talk ‘‘there was no external contact.’’ run for Speaker and campaign. Any state- by saying, ‘‘Why don’t we pick up Ed’s lan- Pelosi said: ‘‘Any characterization of how ment he made was in no way undermining guage: ‘Although there is no charge that we ended up where we did is something the the work of the committee.’’ Newt intentionally misled the committee, leadership could not know.’’ She added: ‘‘There was a specific agree- Newt was responsible for the mistakes that The discussion among Gingrich and his ad- ment between Newt’s lawyers and the special were made?’’’ visers that leads to his remarks about the counsel that Newt could brief the leadership. Ultimately, the statement as issued ethics subcommittee members begins when And it was always understood that in turn, changed a little. It said, ‘‘it should be noted, Gingrich Chief of Staff Dan Meyer asks Ging- the leadership could respond in any way they and is clear, he did not seek nor intend to rich’s attorney Ed Bethune if it would be ap- thought was appropriate.’’ mislead the committee.’’ propriate to include a sentence in the leader- In the December conversation, Mr. Be- ship statement saying that the speaker did thune said in a couple of hours, once the sub- [From the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, not intentionally mislead the committee. committee announced its actions, ‘‘it would Jan. 11, 1997] ‘‘It seems that members need to under- also be a time when we are authorized to GINGRICH ETHICS CASE: PANEL TRUSTED HIS stand that and it then will be fine,’’ Meyer have the conversation that we are having MOTIVES, GINGRICH TOLD GOP ALLIES TAPE inquired. now, a little prematurely. But I don’t think REVEALS CONFIDENCE TO SEEK SPEAKER’S Noting that Gingrich had an agreement it would be troubling to anyone that we are POST with the subcommittee not to coordinate an a little ahead of the gun.’’ (By Jeanne Cummings) effort to undermine his own admissions, Be- Mr. Cole would not comment today, but thune said, ‘‘Newt cannot be part of crafting WASHINGTON.—On the morning that Newt the conversation itself suggested that the any such statement.’’ Gingrich admitted that he provided inac- situation at the time seemed more com- However, Bethune said ‘‘a member of Con- curate information to the ethics committee, plicated than Ms. Maddox contended. gress having received those documents can the speaker told his top advisers that he was Mr. Bethune, who served with Mr. Gingrich say anything they want to.’’ convinced the two Republican members of in the House for six years and now practices The leadership then agreed to include a the House ethics subcommittee believed it law in Washington, made several efforts to sentence in their statement that ultimately was not intentional. outline the slippery path that all must fol- read: ‘‘It should be noted, and is clear, he did As a consequence, Gingrich moved aggres- low. One ally asked him what the leaders not seek nor intend to mislead the com- sively forward in his campaign to be re-elect- should say about any agreement between Mr. mittee. We look forward to working with ed as speaker with less fear that he would Gingrich and the subcommittee. him as speaker following his re-election on The lawyer replied: ‘‘No. I didn’t say there later be cut down by the ethics panel. January 7.’’ was an agreement. I said there was a delicate The speaker’s analysis was laid out in a process under way and that this is what conference call with his lawyer and top Re- f Newt is going to do, in response to the deli- publican lieutenants who were drafting a cate process. There is no agreement, no deal. statement that would downplay the offense INTRODUCTION OF THE VOCA- We are not authorized to say that. that could cost Gingrich his job: providing TIONAL AND TECHNICAL EDU- ‘‘Now if I can be very delicate here. There ‘‘inaccurate, incomplete and unreliable’’ ma- CATION FOR THE FUTURE ACT is one other constraint,’’ Mr. Bethune con- terial to the committee. tinued. ‘‘He can run for Speaker, but he must The conversation was picked up on a Flor- maintain his confidentiality as far as public ida couple’s scanner and a copy of the tape HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE statements. And then, finally, Newt will not was obtained by The Atlanta Journal-Con- OF DELAWARE orchestrate, nor will he be—he will not or- stitution and the New York Times. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The conference call focused on how the Re- chestrate any attempt to spin this in such a Wednesday, January 26, 2005 way that it belies what he is admitting publican leadership should react to the in- today in the statement of alleged viola- vestigative subcommittee’s findings of al- Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support tions.’’ leged ethics violations and the speaker’s de- of this bill, which I am offering to ensure the But having barred one door, Mr. Bethune cision to concede them later that day. continued success of vocational and technical When the speaker’s statement admitting opened a window. ‘‘Having served as a mem- education programs into the future. The bill, ber,’’ he said, ‘‘you know when documents the violations was released on a Saturday become public, I as a member, am entitled to afternoon, reporters were handed the GOP the Vocational and Technical Education for the say whatever the hell I want to say about leadership statement just moments after Future Act, includes a number of positive re- those public documents. 1 guess that applies subcommittee members left a press con- forms that will help strengthen vocational and to any of you all who may be listening.’’ ference area. technical education programs and improve op- The men also talked about how they could The subcommittee is chaired by Rep. Por- portunities for students. use Mr. Gingrich’s main adversary, Rep- ter Goss (R-Fla.). The other members are Vocational and technical education, author- resentative David E. Bonior of Michigan, the Rep. Steven Schiff (R-N.M.), Rep. Nancy ized under the Carl D. Perkins Vocational and Pelosi (D-Calif.) and Rep. Ben Cardin (D-Md.) House Democratic whip, as a springboard to Technical Education Act and known as the make arguments that Mr. Gingrich’s agree- In the taped conversation, which has been ment with the subcommittee would other- confirmed by the speaker’s office, Gingrich Perkins program, aims to prepare youth and wise preclude. said: ‘‘I think that if the committee thought adults for the future by building their academic ‘‘We know that Bonior is going to be hav- I had intentionally misled them, I would not and technical skills and ensuring they are ing a press conference shortly thereafter, al- be a candidate for speaker. Goss and Schiff equipped to proceed with postsecondary edu- leging a bunch of things that go too far,’’ would have called me in and said, ‘We will cation or pursue other avenues. This program said Ed Gillespie, communications director actively oppose you.’’’ represents one of the largest federal invest- of the Republican National Committee. House Majority Leader Richard Armey ments in our nation’s high schools and is a ‘‘Once he has kicked that off, that would agreed with Gingrich’s comments and said: give us an opportunity to then go back and ‘‘We have got to believe they have carried key component of our secondary and postsec- refute what he has said, and we have not Pelosi and Cardin as far as they can. And in ondary education systems. jumped the gun on opening and we have sim- that case, what Newt has just said is abso- According to the National Center for Edu- ply responded.’’ lutely correct. They couldn’t have carried cation Statistics, 66 percent of all public sec- Mr. Gingrich praised the suggestion. ‘‘Ed’s them to where they are today if they were ondary schools have one or more vocational very clever.’’ he said. ‘‘Bonior, he will un- not confident they could defend Newt within and technical education programs with ap- doubtedly say things that are not true, will their own circles.’’ proximately 96 percent of high school students exaggerate what the committee has done.’’ There is no indication on the tape that taking at least one vocational and technical Representative Bill Paxon of upstate New Gingrich spoke with Goss and Schiff about York, a coordinator of moves by the Repub- their conclusions in the case. course during their secondary studies. Voca- lican leadership in the House, said it was es- Rich Galen, a spokesman for Gingrich, said tional and technical education is an important sential to have a quick response after the the speaker’s confidence came from a variety postsecondary option as well. Over 2,600 subcommittee released its material. of impressions and experiences throughout postsecondary sub-baccalaureate institutions,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.069 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E101 such as community colleges, technical insti- quences of courses will incorporate both sec- LEGALIZATION OF ILLICIT DRUGS tutes, skill centers, and other public and pri- ondary and postsecondary elements, include vate colleges, also offer vocational and tech- rigorous and challenging academic and voca- HON. MARK E. SOUDER nical education. tional and technical content in a coordinated, OF INDIANA Reforms made to the Perkins Act in 1998 non-duplicative progression of courses, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES increased the focus on ensuring that partici- lead to a degree or credential. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 pating students at both the secondary and Technology and economic competition are postsecondary levels acquired academic and combining in ways that are changing the na- Mr. SOUDER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to technical skills, as well as completed their re- ture of work and are redefining the American call attention to the work of organizations that spective programs and transitioned into suc- workplace. The need for higher literacy, seek the legalization of illicit drugs in our cessful employment or further education. numeracy, communication, and interpersonal country, to the detriment of the health and Some progress has been made as states skills in the workplace has grown over the safety of our citizens. have created an initial performance account- past decade and will continue to be an impor- On January 4, 2005, the Washington Post ability system and the focus on academic per- tant factor in the workplace in the future. The published an article entitled ‘‘Exhale, Stage formance among students participating in vo- skills needed to be successful in postsec- Left,’’ chronicling the career of Keith Stroup, cational and technical education courses has ondary education are similar to the skills that the founder and retiring executive director of been strengthened. are required by employers. The need for a the National Organization for the Reform of Today, I am offering the Vocational and strong academic and technical background Marijuana Laws (NORML). This article sheds Technical Education for the Future Act to build makes it imperative that the current vocational light on some of the operations and claims of on the 1998 reforms, and ensure vocational and technical education system adapt in order such organizations, and I ask that it be en- and technical education continues to prepare to provide the knowledge and skills needed to tered into the RECORD. students for whatever they choose to pursue succeed. Particularly disturbing in this story is the en- tanglement of the drug legalization group with upon graduation. Should a student choose to The bill I am offering today seeks to meet those who stand to profit from others’ addic- proceed with postsecondary education, enter the challenges of a changing economy and tion—drug traffickers. The Washington Post the military, or pursue other opportunities, the workplace by building upon the current suc- article describes that one of the major early fi- goal of the Perkins program must be to pre- cesses of vocational and technical education. nancial backers of NORML was ‘‘the leg- pare students with the right combination of Our challenge is to ensure that all vocational endary pot smuggler’’ Tom Forcade. To collect academic and technical skills so that they may and technical education students have access donations, Stroup even went to Forcade’s succeed in whatever path they choose. to programs that are sufficiently rigorous in ‘‘stash house,’’ which was ‘‘filled with bales of The bill I am offering includes a number of both their academic and technical content, as marijuana.’’ Certainly we can understand why reforms designed to enhance achievement well as provide clear connections with the a drug smuggler would contribute generously and accountability, streamline programs so education and training beyond high school that to efforts to legalize drugs like marijuana—with that states may better utilize federal dollars, most Americans need for continued workplace so much product to move, this man had a and provide model sequence of courses that success. I believe this bill fulfills those high vested financial interest in making harmful will enhance vocational and technical edu- standards, and I am pleased to be offering it drugs easier for people to obtain. But what cation programs and partnerships. today. The bill includes important steps to increase kind of group takes money from such a crimi- accountability, and emphasize continued im- nal? Do we really want our laws ‘‘reformed’’ by f provement in student achievement. The bill efforts funded by criminal enterprises? Yet ac- establishes separate performance indicators THE ARRIVAL OF WILLIAM cording to the article, it had seemed ‘‘perfectly for secondary and postsecondary students, ETHERIDGE OTTO normal for NORML to call a dope smuggler improving on current law by recognizing the when it ran short of cash.’’ need for distinct measures to be applied to dif- Drug legalization groups like to claim that fering students. The bill also requires states to HON. BOB ETHERIDGE marijuana is not really harmful and that it does make continued and substantial improvement OF NORTH CAROLINA not serve as a ‘‘gateway’’ to the use of other in the academic and vocational and technical IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dangerous drugs. In fact, on its website, achievement of students, and establishes in- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 NORML claims, ‘‘There is no conclusive evi- centive grants for states exceeding their own dence that the effects of marijuana are caus- high standards. Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ally linked to the subsequent use of other illicit To increase accountability and achievement with a joyful heart to announce the birth of my drugs.’’ Perhaps NORML needs to look back at the local level, the bill requires local pro- very first grandchild. On January 19, my wife at the experiences of its own leaders to re-ex- grams to establish local adjusted levels of per- Faye and I welcomed into this world William amine such an assertion. The Post article de- formance similar to current statewide perform- Etheridge Otto, the new son of our daughter scribes how Stroup and his colleagues them- ance level expectations. The Vocational and Catherine Etheridge Otto and her husband selves moved onto other drugs in the 1970s: Technical Education for the Future Act also Tim. William arrived at 9:03 a.m. in Raleigh, ‘‘Privately, he and his NORML pals joked establishes local improvement plans and per- North Carolina. He weighs seven pounds and about forming an advocacy group for another mits states to apply sanctions for local recipi- seven ounces and measures 21 inches. drug they’d begun to enjoy—cocaine.’’ I’m ents that, after receiving technical assistance, Faye and I are proud as can be of our very sure that the families who have suffered fail to show improvement or continually do not first grandchild and his parents. Looking into through the heartaches of cocaine addiction meet local adjusted levels of performance. the face of a newborn baby reaffirms your could inform NORML that cocaine abuse is no To better streamline and target federal fund- hope for mankind, your faith in God and your laughing matter. Stroup has come to realize ing, the bill combines funding for the Tech- commitment to family. I want my grandson to that as well, admitting that his own use of co- Prep and Perkins state grant programs into grow up in a peaceful and prosperous nation, caine may have led to lapses in professional one program funding stream, and incorporates where he can achieve his dreams and is lim- judgment and that he knows now that the activities of Tech-Prep into the basic grant ited only by his willingness to work hard. I ‘‘[c]ocaine is deadly.’’ Once, though, he had program. This consolidation will increase flexi- want William Etheridge Otto and all children to thought cocaine harmless. If he was wrong bility for states, streamline funding, and ensure have good schools, safe neighborhoods and about cocaine, might he not likewise be wrong current activities continue to exist while the the best medical care. And I hope our national in presuming marijuana harmless? program as a whole is updated to meet the leadership can return to the values of bal- In an attempt to make marijuana sound challenges of the future. anced budgets and opportunity for all so that ‘‘harmless,’’ drug legalization groups also try The Vocational and Technical Education for my grandson’s generation can reach for the to downplay the addictive qualities of mari- the Future Act includes an important new ele- American Dream. Those are North Carolina juana. NORML states on its website, ‘‘While ment that will build upon efforts to coordinate values. I look forward to teaching William the scientific community has yet to achieve full secondary and postsecondary vocational and those values throughout his precious life. consensus on this matter, the majority of epi- technical education. The bill requires states to A new child in the family is a gift from God. demiological and animal data demonstrate that develop model sequences of courses for voca- The Etheridge family today is very blessed to the reinforcing properties of marijuana in hu- tional and technical programs to be used as welcome our newest addition. I look forward to mans is low in comparison to other drugs of an option at the local level. These model se- introducing him to my friends and neighbors. abuse . . .’’ Yet the leaders of legalization

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Our citizens—especially our youth—need to he explains. ‘‘It has to do with more energy, The man they called ‘‘Mr. Marijuana’’ grew understand the real danger of dependence on fresh perspectives, new ideas. It’s not like up on a farm in southern Illinois. His mother marijuana. It’s not as innocuous as legalizers I’m ready for the old folks’ home. I just was a devout Baptist. His father was a build- would have us believe. As the Office of Na- think we need somebody younger running ing contractor and Republican Party activist tional Drug Control Policy has reported, ‘‘Ac- the organization.’’ who stashed a bottle of whiskey under the That somebody is Allen St. Pierre, 39, who front seat of his Lincoln Continental so he cording to the 2002 National Survey on Drug has served as NORML’s second-in-command could take a snort when his wife wasn’t look- Use and Health, 4.3 million Americans were for the past decade. St. Pierre took over yes- ing. classified with dependence on or abuse of terday, while Stroup, who recently got mar- Stroup graduated from the University of marijuana. That figure represents 1.8 percent ried for the third time, headed off to his Illinois in 1965—after a one-year expulsion of the total U.S. population and 60.3 percent Falls Church home to become a consultant for drunken frat boy high jinks—and headed of those classified as individuals who abuse or and lecturer. for Washington. He enrolled in Georgetown Law School and, using his dad’s GOP connec- are dependent on illicit drugs . . . What But now, Stroup, stoned on cold medicine and nostalgia, starts showing off the strange tions, landed a $50-a-week job in the office of makes this all the more disturbing is that mari- souvenirs of his strange lobbying career. Sen. Everett Dirksen of Illinois. The work juana use has been shown to be three times He pulls a black-and-white photo off the was dull, but it gave Stroup a taste for Cap- more likely to lead to dependence among ado- wall. It shows him in jeans and a jacket ad- itol Hill wheeling and dealing. lescents than among adults.’’ dressing a crowd of hippies in front of the Meanwhile he’d begun smoking pot and We need to be aware of marijuana’s harms. White House in the ’70s. marching in antiwar demonstrations, some- Last year NIDA Director Nora Volkow testified ‘‘We used to have a July 4 smoke-in every times simultaneously. year in Lafayette Park,’’ he says. ‘‘I like this He finished law school in 1968, got married at a hearing before the Subcommittee on just as a period piece. Look at those ragtag and took a job on the newly formed federal Criminal Justice, Drug Policy, and Human Re- folks! Look at the guys without their shirts Commission on Product Safety. That job put sources, which I chair. Dr. Volkow attested to on!’’ Stroup in contact with Ralph Nader, then a the health risks associated with marijuana, He points to a poster on the wall and reads hot young consumer advocate. saying, ‘‘There are numerous deleterious its message aloud: ‘‘It’s only a weed that Inspired by Nader’s work, Stroup got an health consequences associated with short turns to a flower in your mind.’’ He laughs. idea: He’d create a consumer group for pot smokers, an organization to lobby for legal- and long-term marijuana use, including the ‘‘That’s a period piece, too.’’ Decorating his filing cabinet are stickers— ization. It was the kind of pipe dream that possibility of becoming addicted. During the ‘‘Just Say Yes to Legalization’’—and a back- floated through the heads of countless pot period of intoxication, marijuana disrupts short- stage pass from a Willie Nelson concert. Nel- smokers during long nights of deep inhaling, term memory, attention, judgment, as well as son, famously fond of the weed, is a longtime but Stroup actually did it—hustling $5,000 in other cognitive functions. In addition, mari- NORML supporter. seed money from the Playboy Foundation juana has also been shown to impair coordi- ‘‘Over the years, we’ve built up a nice and opening an office in his basement near friendship,’’ Stroup says. ‘‘He’s going to Dupont Circle. nation and balance, and can increase an indi- ‘‘Keith was a rebel, and he resented the vidual’s heart rate.’’ Marijuana, Dr. Volkow tes- sponsor a celebrity NORML golf tournament in 2005.’’ idea that his government treated him as a tified, can affect the entire body: ‘‘New re- Stoned golf? criminal because of a drug that he and mil- search is also showing us that marijuana can Stroup laughs. ‘‘It’s a lot less competi- lions of other people used,’’ says Patrick An- affect almost every organ in the body, from tive,’’ he says. derson, author of ‘‘High in America,’’ a 1981 the central nervous system to the cardio- He picks up a picture frame that contains book on Stroup and NORML. vascular, endocrine, respiratory/pulmonary, a typed letter. It’s the note that accom- Stroup didn’t dress like a rebel, though. He wore a suit and tie, like every other Wash- and immune systems. Because marijuana is panied $10,000 in cash left on the doorstep of NORML’s office in the summer of 1976. ington lawyer-lobbyist. typically rolled into a cigarette or ‘joint’ and ‘‘Officially, it was an anonymous gift,’’ ‘‘He was consciously trying to be an alter- smoked, it has been shown to greatly impact Stroup says, smiling mischievously, ‘‘but I native to the freak approach, which he knew the respiratory system and increases the likeli- knew who it was.’’ wasn’t going to work,’’ Anderson says. hood of some cancers.’’ Marijuana use is con- The money came from Tom Forcade, the Courting respectability, Stroup assembled nected to lifelong difficulties for our youth: legendary pot smuggler who founded High a board of directors that included Harvard ‘‘Also, we are finding that early exposure to Times, the marijuana magazine, in 1974 and professors, former attorney general Ramsey helped bankroll NORML before he com- Clark and, later, Sens. Phil Hart and Jacob marijuana is associated with an increased like- mitted suicide in 1978. Forcade’s letter Javits. Pumped with zeal, Stroup went any- lihood of a lifetime of subsequent drug prob- claimed the $10,000 was a donation from ‘‘The where to make his pitch, appearing on TV, lems.’’ Confederation,’’ a fictitious group of dope lecturing at colleges, testifying before Con- With all the risks that marijuana poses, we growers and smugglers. It concluded: gress and state legislatures. cannot afford to allow drug legalization groups ‘‘Karma prevails. Venceremos.’’ In 1972, Stroup got unexpected help from to perpetuate their myths about the ‘‘harmless- Stroup turned that gift into a media event, an unlikely source: The National Commis- ness’’ of marijuana—especially when even calling a news conference and spreading the sion on Marijuana and Drug Abuse, ap- well-worn $10 and $20 bills across a table for pointed by President Nixon, issued its final their own history casts doubt on the validity of photographers. report, concluding that marijuana is rel- their claims. Today Stroup is a bit embarrassed by that atively harmless and that possession of less [From the Washington Post, Jan. 4, 2005] publicity stunt. ‘‘It was a little close to the than an ounce should be legal. Nixon re- EXHALE, STAGE LEFT: AT 61, LONGTIME MARI- line,’’ he says. ‘‘I was nervous about the jected the report, but Stroup used it as a lob- JUANA LOBBY LEADER KEITH STROUP IS FI- whole thing going down, but I played along bying tool in his increasingly successful NALLY LEAVING THE JOINT with it. If I did that today, the FBI and the campaign to reduce penalties for pot. DEA would have me before a grand jury in In 1975, five states—Alaska, California, (By Peter Carlson) no time.’’ Colorado, Maine and Ohio—removed criminal Keith Stroup’s mouth is dry. His brain is Back in the ’70s, though, it seemed per- penalties for possession of small amounts of foggy. America’s most famous marijuana fectly normal for NORML to call a dope the weed. In 1976, Jimmy Carter, who during lobbyist admits that a powerful drug has smuggler when it ran short of cash. One day, his campaign had advocated decriminalizing messed up his mind. Stroup recalls, he called Forcade for a dona- pot, was elected president. In 1977, Stroup The drug isn’t marijuana, although he tion and the smuggler told him to come to visited the White House to meet with smokes that nearly every night. It’s Tylenol an address on New York’s Lower East Side. Carter’s drug policy adviser, Peter Bourne. cold medicine. He took some this morning, ‘‘I got up there and it’s an apartment with Soon NORML would be playing the White he says, and it made him feet goofy, spacey, no electricity,’’ he says, ‘‘and I walk in the House in softball. stoned. door and the whole room is filled with bales It seemed like high times for NORML. Pub- ‘‘I hate taking it,’’ he says. ‘‘But my nose of marijuana! It was a stash house! And I’m licly, Stroup predicted that pot would be was running and I kept sneezing and I saying, ‘Forcade, what are you doing? I don’t legal in a couple of years. Privately, he and thought, ’I gotta take something.’’’ know if I’m being followed.’ But we needed his NORML pals joked about forming an ad- Wearing a bright white shirt and dark blue the money and I took the money,’’ vocacy group for another drug they’d begun suit, Stroup is sitting at his impeccably neat There was a time, back in the ’70s, when to enjoy—cocaine. desk in the tidy K Street offices of NORML, Keith Stroup was about as close to a rock Then Stroup hit a couple of snags. In Octo- the National Organization for the Reform of star as Washington lobbyists ever get. ber 1977, Canadian customs agents found a

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.077 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E103 joint in Stroup’s pocket and busted him. He returned to find that everything had adventures. But he knows the government That wasn’t too bad: Canada had liberal pot changed. The movement to legalize mari- and its drug war are always out there, and laws and when Stroup returned for trial in juana had run aground. In the 1970s, 11 states that can make a guy paranoid. About a year 1978, the judge let him off with a $100 fine. had decriminalized pot; in the ’80s, none did. ago, the feds nearly discovered Stroup’s But at the airport on his way home, Cana- Nancy Reagan’s ‘‘Just say no’’ crusade and stash in a suitcase he’d checked on a plane. dian customs agents searched his bags and the deadly spread of crack cocaine had led to ‘‘I had a few joints in an airtight thing in- found a joint and a vial containing traces of a backlash against drugs. And NORML was side a sock so you couldn’t see it,’’ he says. cocaine. Busted again, he spent the night in nearly broke, politically impotent and beset ‘‘I got back home and opened it up and there jail, was fined $300 and got kicked out of by feuding factions. was this slip saying, ‘We opened your bag, Canada. The whole absurd episode was like a Stroup saved NORML from self-destruc- blah, blah blah.’ And my weed is a few inches bad joke. tion, St. Pierre says, but he failed to bring away! I said, ‘Man, that was too close!’ So I How can you tell if you might be a little back the glory days: ‘‘Keith could not rep- no longer carry anything when I’m flying. If too stoned? licate what he did in the ’70s.’’ I’m going to be someplace for a few days, I You get busted going through customs Part of Stroup’s problem was competition. ship myself a ‘care package.’’’ with dope after your trial for going though In the ’90s, two new groups arose to advocate The next day Stroup calls, leaves a mes- customs with dope. drug-law reform, each bankrolled by an ec- sage on the voice mail. ‘‘Man, I was totally That was a dumb blunder. But Stroup was centric billionaire. The Drug Policy Alliance goofy yesterday on that cold medicine,’’ he about to make a blunder that was infinitely is funded by financier George Soros. The says. ‘‘I hope I wasn’t totally goofy in my re- dumber. Marijuana Policy Project, founded by former sponses.... I should have better sense than Back in Washington, he was lobbying for a NORML staffer Rob Kampia, is funded by in- to do an interview when I’m stoned out of bill to ban Federal funding of a controversial surance mogul Peter Lewis. Both groups my mind on cold medicine.’’ program that sprayed Mexican marijuana have spent millions on state referendums to f fields with the herbicide paraquat, shown to legalize medical marijuana—many success- cause lung damage in people who smoked the ful, some not. HONORING DEPARTING U.S. HOUSE tainted weed. Stroup asked Bourne, Carter’s But Stroup has failed to find an eccentric OF REPRESENTATIVES PAGES drug adviser, to support the bill. Bourne re- billionaire sugar daddy for NORML. fused. Stroup was outraged. To him, it was a ‘‘I wish we had that kind of funding,’’ he HON. JOHN SHIMKUS moral issue: The feds were deliberately poi- says. ‘‘if I bad the kind of funding that OF ILLINOIS soning pot smokers! Seeking revenge, Stroup Kampia has, I think I could have done a lot IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leaked a secret to newspaper columnist Jack more with it than he has.’’ Anderson in July 1978: Bourne had snorted Now NORML limps by on about $750,000 a Wednesday, January 26, 2005 cocaine at NORMIL’s 1977 Christmas party. year, most of it raised from dues paid by Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, the end of this And Stroup revealed the names of a couple of about 12,000 members. It’s not enough money witnesses. to do much politicking, so NORML is now week marks the completion of our first semes- When Anderson broke the story, Bourne largely a service organization for pot smok- ter for the Page academic year and thus sev- told reporters he’d only handled cocaine at ers, providing tips on beating drug tests and eral of our House Pages will be leaving us. At the NORML party, he hadn’t actually snort- legal advice for arrested smokers. the completion of my remarks, I am submitting ed any. It didn’t matter, Bourne lost his job. Over the past year money was so tight that a list of names of those pages that will be de- A few months later, so did Stroup. The Stroup laid off two staffers and stopped col- parting for home in the next few days. folks at NORML didn’t like snitches and lecting his $75,000–a-year salary for two Not only do I want to note the participation eased him out the door. months. and service of these fine young people, but as ‘‘When I look back on it,’’ Stroup says ‘‘I view NORML as a small and shrinking now, ‘‘it was probably the stupidest thing I dinosaur,’’ Kampia says. ‘‘NORML’s time has the Chairman of the House Page Board, I ever did.’’ come and gone.’’ want to thank them for their service and com- Nobody ‘‘in their rational mind,’’ he adds, Tom Riley, official spokesman for federal mitment to this Institution. They have served would jeopardize a relationship with a high drug czar John Walters, agrees. ‘‘Keith and with distinction and should be commended for White House official over a minor policy dis- people like that have banged their heads their contributions. They and their fellow class- pute. against the wall for years saying ‘Legalize mates have served during a time of great his- Is it possible that he wasn’t in his ‘‘ration- pot.’ But they’re farther behind now than toric events that have included the final weeks al mind’’ because he was too stoned too they were 20 years ago.’’ of session of the 108th Congress, Presidential often? Riley says Stroup’s career reminds him of ‘‘Yes,’’ he says. ‘‘I think it is possible that a line from the movie ‘‘The Big Lebowski’’; and Congressional elections, the Opening of my own personal use of cocaine played into ‘‘The ’60s are over, Lebowski. The bums lost. the 109th Congress, the meeting of the Elec- that.’’ My condolences.’’ toral College and last week’s Inauguration of In those days he, like many people, ‘‘I have no doubt I’ll be smoking marijuana President Bush. As well, this class have distin- thought coke was harmless. Now he knows the day I die,’’ Stroup says. guished themselves through their public serv- better. ‘‘Cocaine is deadly,’’ he says. ‘‘There He loves the weed. He smokes it nearly ice and their fund raising for the Red Cross to are probably people who can use cocaine every night. He comes home from work, help the victims of the recent Tsunami. moderately. But I gotta tell you: Based on pours a glass of chardonnay, lights up a joint We are proud of you and wish you only the me and my friends, I didn’t see very many of and turns on the TV news. them.’’ He does not smoke pot when he has to best in your future endeavors. Thank you. After leaving NORML in 1979, Stroup spent work or drive, he says, because, as the mov- 2004 FALL SEMESTER PAGES four years as a defense attorney. ‘‘Every cli- ies of stoner comedians Cheech and Chong Erin Leigh Baker—NE; James L. Barnes, ent I had was a drug offender,’’ he says, ‘‘The prove, pot can make you stupid. III—TN; Scott M. Bengtson—MI; Jordan H. only people who’d heard of me had been ar- ‘‘I learned a long time ago that some of Blumenthal—FL; Mark Bracey-Sherman— rested on drug charges.’’ those Cheech and Chong jokes are very real,’’ IL; Stephanie Ching—CA; Kate E. Collins— Unfortunately they weren’t the kind of he says. ‘‘If you’re in a social setting and CA; Jonathan M. Cowgil—MN; David A. drug offenders he liked—folks who’d been you’re smoking marijuana, there are going Dazlich—CO; Christopher G. Doyle—NY; caught with a little weed. They were mostly to be a lot of those Cheech and Chong situa- David G. Duncan—GA; Maxwell W. Epstein— cocaine smugglers and, he soon realized, a tions, where you feel real strongly about MD; Scott D. Friedman—NY; Jenna C. lot of them were thugs. something and you start a conversation and Gaughan—MO; Ashley E. Gunn—MS; Sarah ‘‘So I stepped aside,’’ he says, ‘‘and went about halfway through you forget what the M. Harley—SC; Kathryn A. Helin—NH; Laura back into public-interest work.’’ point was.’’ He laughs. ‘‘But that’s only J. Johnson—WI; Jasma Phyllis Jones—MO; Stroup, who had divorced in the early’70s, when you’re stoned. Four hours later, you Dawn Marie Kling—PA; Johnathan D. married a television producer and moved to don’t have that.’’ Kristan—WI. Boston, where he became a lobbyist for the His new wife doesn’t share his passion for Thomas Lane—TX; Madeleine Claire Par- Massachusetts Council on the Arts and Hu- pot. Neither does his 35-year-old daughter, ish—OK; Eugene Hee Park—CA; Kimberly A. manities. who recently had a baby boy, making Stroup Peters—FL; Malorie Porter—OH; Melissa L. In 1986 he moved back to Washington to a grandfather. He doesn’t care that they Price—AL; Maxwell Jason Rabkin—NJ; lobby for a family farm organization. In 1989 don’t smoke pot and he doesn’t think any- Edwin A. Robinson, Jr.—NY; Nicole he became executive director of the National body should care that he does smoke it. Schuerch—PA; Elizabeth Shockey—OH; Al- Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers. In Forty years of serious inhaling, he claims, exandra Sunseri—LA; Miles Edward Taylor— 1994 he became a lobbyist for the National hasn’t harmed his body or his mind. IN; Monique Teixeira—CA; Maximilian D. C. Center on Institutions and Alternatives, an ‘‘There’s absolutely nothing wrong with Thompson—NY; Lynsey Nichole Thornton— Alexandria-based prison reform group. it,’’ he says, ‘‘and it should be of no interest VA; Cassi Turner—TX; Wilfredo Antonio Then in 1995, NORML—split by infighting— or concern to the government.’’ Velasco Vargas—CA; Corey Walker—MD; asked Stroup to come back and run the Despite his candor on the topic, Stroup Ashlee N. Wilkins—VA; Jaron A. Zanerhaft— place. hasn’t been busted since his Canadian mis- OK.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.081 E26PT1 E104 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 RECOGNIZING THE MARCH FOR INTRODUCTION OF THE EARLY tornadoes, warnings about floods, warnings LIFE WARNING AND RAPID NOTIFICA- about hurricanes; warnings about chemical TION ACT spills and potential terrorist attacks; we grew HON. JOHN BOOZMAN up with the Emergency Broadcast System to OF ARKANSAS HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ warn us about the unthinkable. In short, we IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW JERSEY have one of the most advanced systems in Wednesday, January 26, 2005 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the entire world for warning people about all Wednesday, January 26, 2005 types of hazards. And these warning systems Mr. BOOZMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to save lives. But many other countries are miss- recognize the thousands of people in Arkan- Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, today I am ing even the most rudimentary ways of getting sas and across the Nation who gathered this proud to be introducing the Early Warning and warnings to people at risk, which results in week to protest the 1973 Supreme Court deci- Rapid Notification Act, which will fix some of tens of thousands of unnecessary deaths each sion in Roe v. Wade. the communications problems that plagued the year. Like those who assembled, I believe strong- effort to effectively warn people about the tsu- The United Nations recognizes the need for ly in the sanctity of human life. 32 years ago, nami of December 26, 2004. a comprehensive, worldwide effort to establish Mr. Speaker, exactly one month ago over the Supreme Court decided that a woman early warning systems in countries that don’t 160,000 people in the Indian Ocean region could end a life by terminating her pregnancy have them, and last week launched the Inter- died as a result of a catastrophic tsunami for any reason, including health, gender selec- national Early Warning Programme. The Pro- caused by the largest earthquake the world tion or because it was an unplanned or un- gramme identifies four elements of effective has seen in over 40 years. In the wake of that wanted pregnancy. As a result, thousands of early warning systems: knowing what the risks lives have been ended out of convenience disaster, an outpouring of sympathy across this country has resulted in over $350 million are, detecting disasters, disseminating warn- mislabeled as a woman’s right to choose. ings, and making sure people know how to re- Mr. Speaker, as we remember this powerful in private donations, with the United States government pledging nearly that much as well. spond. Supreme Court decision this week, I ask that The legislation I am introducing today di- we also remember that we have a responsi- Having witnessed such devastation, we’re now asking the question: How can we keep this rects the United States to work with the United bility to protect the precious lives of the un- Nations in implementing the International Early born children to come. from happening again? There were two entirely avoidable problems Warning Programme, and authorizes $50 mil- f that contributed to the scale of the December lion to help establish early warning systems in H.R. 304—AIRCRAFT CARRIER END- 26 tragedy. The first was a lack of tsunami other countries for all types of hazards. This STRENGTH ACT sensors in the Indian Ocean, which made it isn’t merely protection against another tsu- difficult for the scientists at the Pacific Tsu- nami; it’s protection against floods, fires, HON. ANDER CRENSHAW nami Warning Center in Hawaii to determine if storms, volcanoes, and any other event where a timely warning can save lives. This bill also OF FLORIDA the massive earthquake had in fact spawned expands the scope of our existing research IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a killer wave. In response to this we’ve seen a number of proposals, both from this Con- programs on early warning systems to include Wednesday, January 26, 2005 gress and around the world, to establish a an international component, and directs addi- Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today global tsunami sensor network. I support these tional research into the use of advanced tech- to speak on H.R. 304, a bill I introduced in the proposals, since there is no reason why we nologies to provide quick and effective warn- name of national security. This bill would set should be caught unaware in the event of any ings, both at home and abroad. in law a requirement that our United States disaster where we have the ability to detect it Mr. Speaker, setting up a worldwide tsunami Navy maintain a fleet of at least twelve aircraft beforehand. warning system is important, but the sad likeli- carriers. The second problem on December 26 was hood is that far more people will be killed from Why, my colleagues might ask, is this far more fundamental, and far more mad- floods and storms in the future than from an- change in law necessary? I believe the reason dening. It was, in this era of cell phones and other tsunami. This legislation will help estab- is clear. Our Nation is enduring an extraor- instant text messaging and worldwide satellite lish systems that provide effective early warn- dinary amount of pressures, both financially coverage, a complete breakdown of commu- ings around the world for all types of hazards, and militarily. Somehow, Mr. Speaker, those fi- nications. In some cases, we had the ability to and will help protect lives and property from nancial pressures have weighed so heavy on let people know, but couldn’t. The Pacific Tsu- the next disaster that, I fear, will come all too our military leaders that they feel forced to nami Warning Center simply wasn’t sure who soon. propose a reduction in the number of carriers to contact in those countries bordering the In- f available to our Commander in Chief. dian Ocean that were in danger from the tsu- Mr. Speaker, the military might of the United nami. They did an excellent job in reaching TRIBUTE TO JAMES W. EVATT States is unmatched. It is unmatched, Mr. who they could, but there was too much con- Speaker, because no other Nation faces the fusion, and far too much time passed before HON. ROBERT E. (BUD) CRAMER challenges we face. And that is why I have in- they could get the warning to those who need- OF ALABAMA troduced this legislation. Our unique chal- ed it. There’s no reason for this. The United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lenges require force strength, flexibility, and States should know exactly who to contact in Wednesday, January 26, 2005 presence. This is not my lesson; this is the every country in the world if we have informa- lesson of past military conflicts. tion about a natural disaster that they need. In Mr. CRAMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The consistent message from senior Depart- this legislation, the State Department is di- honor James W. Evatt for his many years of ment of Defense leadership is that many of rected to conduct a study examining the lines service to the Boeing Company and our Na- the important tactical missions accomplished of communication about natural disasters be- tion’s defense programs. Jim is stepping down in Afghanistan and Iraq would not have been tween the United States and other countries, from his role as vice president and general possible without our fleet of aircraft carriers. and to make recommendations to strengthen manager of Boeing’s Missile Defense Systems Aircraft carriers are in constant demand all those lines if they’re found lacking. and vice president and general manager for over the globe. There is no technology, no But even if we had known exactly when, the Missile Defense National Team Systems way they can be in two places at the same where, and how hard the tsunami was going Engineering and Integration program. He has time. to hit, and had been able to get that info to the held both positions since 2001. The Navy’s CNO himself believes even with governments of every nation in the region, not A graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy, the technological advances, quantity has a much would have changed. Because in order Jim joined the Boeing Company in 1987 after quality all its own. to save lives, you have to get that information 22 years of Government service. During his So this legislation, H.R. 304, will ensure that to the people in danger. The people in the tenure as vice president and general manager, our Nation’s Commander in Chief has a full towns and villages along the coasts. The tour- he was responsible for Boeing’s Ground- fleet of carriers in times of peace, and in times ists on the beaches. Without a way to get based Midcourse Defense program, the Air- of crisis. My colleagues, I urge you to support warnings to these people, all the sensors in borne Laser, Advanced Tactical Laser pro- H.R. 304, support our carrier fleet, and sup- the world won’t do a bit of good. gram, Boeing’s Air and Missile Defense pro- port keeping the fabric of our national security Mr. Speaker, in this country we’re used to gram, and the Laser and Electro Optical Sys- whole. all types of warning systems. Warnings about tems program. He was also responsible for all

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.085 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E105 Boeing missile defense programs including its review of risk management, and accomplished lies of those military personnel who’ve already work on PAC–3, SLAMRAAM, Avenger, and much toward President Bush’s goals in the lost their lives in combat in Afghanistan and advanced systems initiatives. Furthermore, he areas of efficient and effective management, Iraq. This amount is equal to the $88,000 in- was instrumental in creating the missile de- broadband deployment, energy independence, crease in the death gratuity payment as well fense market area within the company and and job creation in rural America. as the $150,000 insurance coverage benefit aligning it with the Missile Defense Agency to Hilda has never ceased to serve as an ad- boost. These enhanced benefits would apply ensure a seamless working relationship on the vocate for rural America and she has done so to military personnel losing their lives in com- programs critical to national security. with remarkable class, spunk, and spirit. As bat as determined by the Secretary of De- In addition to his Boeing responsibilities, Jim her legacy still remains at the Center for Rural fense. is a member of the Air Force Association’s Development, I am confident it will also remain In closing, I would urge quick adoption of Science and Technology Committee and the at RUS and in communities throughout the na- this measure in order to give our military per- President’s National Security Telecommuni- tion that have been touched by her efforts. sonnel and their families greater comfort as cations Advisory Committee. Mr. Speaker, although the Federal Govern- they are called upon to defend America. Mr. Speaker, Jim has been an integral part ment is losing out with Hilda’s retirement, I f of our national security for many years. His can selfishly say I am thrilled that this precious experience, dedication, and knowledge will be gem is coming home to Kentucky. THE NATIONAL FUNERAL DIREC- greatly missed. On behalf of everyone in north f TORS ASSOCIATION—PROVIDING Alabama, I rise to thank him for his service PRAISEWORTHY SERVICE TO INTRODUCTION OF THE HEROES THOSE IN NEED and join his colleagues, family, and friends in ACT congratulating him on a job well done. f HON. MIKE PENCE HON. TERRY EVERETT OF INDIANA TRIBUTE TO HILDA GAY LEGG OF ALABAMA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, January 26, 2005 HON. HAROLD ROGERS Wednesday, January 26, 2005 OF KENTUCKY Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, today I am Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I want to com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES proud to join with 18 of my colleagues, includ- mend the National Funeral Directors Associa- tion for their relief efforts in light of the recent Wednesday, January 26, 2005 ing the entire congressional delegation of Ala- bama, in introducing legislation aimed at hon- tsunami tragedy in South Asia. Following Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I oring the sacrifices of our men and women in President Bush’s plea for monetary donations rise today to pay tribute to one of the true dia- uniform by greatly enhancing military combat to assist the humanitarian effort, they estab- monds working inside the rough and tumble death benefits. My legislation is also needed lished the Funeral Service Asian Relief Fund, granite rock of the Federal Government that to ensure that military families are properly which directs the funds to one or more chari- will be leaving her post on January 31, 2005. compensated in the event of the loss of a table organizations assisting in the relief effort. The gem I’m referring to is Adair County, Ken- loved one in combat. The National Funeral Directors Association tucky, native and USDA Rural Utilities Service The nearly 170,000 American military per- has long been involved in volunteering their Administrator, Hilda Gay Legg. sonnel in harm’s way in Afghanistan and Iraq time and resources to aid in domestic disas- I had the privilege of working closely with are there to defend our nation’s freedom and ters, such as the September 11, 2001 terrorist Hilda prior to her appointment to RUS. She security. Their service is vital to the long term attack and the Oklahoma City bombing. How- served as executive director and CEO of the protection of our land and they must know that ever, it is clear that their care and concern for Center for Rural Development in Somerset, their government and fellow citizens are fully humanity goes beyond our American borders Kentucky, from 1994 until October 2001. Hilda behind their efforts. I believe one of the best as well. provided true leadership by turning an upstart ways to demonstrate this support for our mili- Mr. Speaker, I am proud of the efforts of the conference site into a world class community- tary is to provide them with the peace of mind National Funeral Directors Association, includ- oriented interactive center. In that position, that if they should lose their lives in combat ing a member in my East-Central Indiana dis- she helped develop and implement a their families will receive adequate death ben- trict, to aid the international relief efforts as- broadband telecommunications program in efits. sisting the victims of the South Asia tragedy. rural communities throughout southern and The need to improve military combat death I sincerely hope that Americans, and men and eastern Kentucky. The Center grew to man- benefits is not new to Congress. In 2003 and women throughout the world, will look to this age 40 Internet centers that offer high speed, 2004, enhancements were made to these ben- as an example of care and compassion for interactive video conferencing and community efits as part of the annual Defense Authoriza- mankind. access to computers. Thanks to the solid tion bills. For example, the military combat f foundation built by Hilda, those activities con- death benefit was increased from $6,000 to tinue today. TRIBUTE TO MR. PETER VAN DER $12,000 and Congress directed the Pentagon VELDE In 2001, President George W. Bush tapped to study the feasibility of increasing Service- Hilda as the 15th person, and first woman, to men’s Group Life Insurance maximum cov- HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. serve as the Administrator of the Rural Elec- erage to $350,000 with the military covering OF NEW JERSEY trification Administration—Rural Utilities Serv- the first $100,000 of insurance for service IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ice. Shortly thereafter, Congress passed the members who purchase the maximum benefit. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 landmark 2002 Farm Bill which in turn However, that’s simply not generous enough. launched a number of new RUS initiatives in- I do not believe these benefits adequately Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, Mr. ROTHMAN cluding a broadband loan and grant program, compensate military families, nor do they send and I would like to call to your attention the energy efficiency grants, weather radio grants, a strong enough message to our military per- work of an outstanding public servant, Mr. and local television guarantees. Hilda took sonnel that their government will honor their Peter Van Der Velde, Captain with the Haw- these new responsibilities in stride, leading the sacrifice by providing proper benefits in the thorne Police Department, who was recog- agency with professionalism and accom- event of their death in combat. nized on Friday, January 21, 2005 for his life- plishing much of our agenda. My bill, known as the Honoring Every Re- long dedication to public safety. It is only fitting While Administrator, Hilda approved some quirement of Exemplary Service (HEROES) that he be honored in this, the permanent 5,570 loans and grants totaling nearly $20 bil- Act, would increase the military gratuity death record of the greatest freely elected body on lion. These funds will improve water quality in benefit from the present $12,000 to $100,000. earth, for he has a long history of leadership, communities throughout America, provide ac- Furthermore, it would also increase the Serv- creativity, and commitment to his noble profes- cess to top-level treatment in our rural health icemen’s Group Life Insurance maximum cov- sion. clinics, and give our schools Internet access to erage from the current $250,000 to $400,000 Mr. Peter Van Der Velde was born on Au- the world. Under her faithful and deliberate with the first $150,000 in coverage guaranteed gust 23, 1947 in Paterson, New Jersey. He watch RUS programs increased by nearly 60 by the Department of Defense once a soldier eventually moved from Paterson to the nearby percent while loan delinquency was a mere .1 is deployed into combat. Borough of Ramsey, New Jersey where he percent. Hilda’s leadership also improved loan What’s more, the HEROES Act would make finished his formal education. After he grad- processing efficiency, set in motion an intense retroactive payments of $238,000 to the fami- uated, Peter decided to serve in the United

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.089 E26PT1 E106 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 States Army and subsequently spent two freed the few remaining survivors. Tattooed fered on an extremely limited basis, and the years stationed in Vietnam. Upon the comple- with a number on their left forearm, and incon- captions were ‘‘open,’’ resembling subtitles, an tion of his tour of duty, he returned home and ceivable torment in their minds and bodies, obtrusive system roundly rejected by broad- quickly became an employee of the Passaic the survivors walked under the Auschwitz gate casters and audiences alike. NCI pioneered County Sheriff’s Department. adorned with the words ‘‘Arbeit Macht Frei’’ or the closed-caption technology in which cap- Captain Peter Van Der Velde has served ‘‘Work Makes Freedom’’ as emancipated men tions could be accessed through special de- with the Hawthorne Police Department for 30 and women. coder units. This revolutionary solution made it years. During his long tenure with the depart- The survivors miraculously got on with their possible for both hearing and hearing-impaired ment he has steadily climbed the ranks from lives, although the pain of their memories did audiences to enjoy television programming at Patrolman to Captain and completed countless not diminish. Many have become successful the same time, and made the goal of acces- assignments. Peter began his career with the doctors, teachers, writers and entrepreneurs. sible television a reality. NCI pioneered the Hawthorne Police Department in April of 1974 Others served valiantly in defending the state way for the first, nationally broadcast closed and by December of 1986 he was awarded of Israel against hatemongers with similar in- captioned television programs 25 years ago— the title of Sergeant. He then received a pro- tentions as the Nazis. Many others settled in an event so momentous that it was an- motion to the rank of Lieutenant, before being New York’s Eight Congressional District, which nounced from the Rose Garden of the White named Captain. I proudly represent, and added immensely to House and made international headlines. On October 6, 1993 Peter was appointed to New York City’s soul and wealth of character. It is estimated that more than 100 million the rank of Captain and immediately he began Theirs is a remarkable story of the human Americans benefit from captioned program- tackling the Borough’s most challenging spirit. ming. These audiences include 28 million peo- projects. As Captain he was in command of It is an appalling realization that 60 years ple who are deaf or hard-of-hearing; children both the Uniformed Patrol as well as the Auxil- after the Holocaust, the Jewish people are still and adults learning to read; and those learning iary Police but Peter insisted on expanding his persecuted, anti-Semitism remains prevalent English as a second language. Hearing and duties. True to his nature Peter assumed as in many parts of the world, and genocide oc- nonhearing audiences are most likely to use many additional responsibilities as possible in- curs and is often ignored. closed captioning in their homes, although the cluding the posts of Traffic Safety Officer and As we commemorate this 60th anniversary, system is embedded throughout today’s soci- Emergency Management Coordinator. we face the terrible reality that anti-Semitism ety in public spaces such as bars, gyms and Captain Van Der Velde exudes courage and did not die in Auschwitz. Many of those who airports. As part of NCI’s commitment to pro- dedication. Over the years Peter has been survived the holocaust are now reliving the un- viding media access to everyone, NCI is mak- confronted by a wide array of obstacles and in speakable horror of anti-Semitic hatred for the ing great advances in the development and each instance he has proven his resiliency. As sole reason of their religion and identity. application of described video technology, a President of PBA Local 200 he truly showed Moreover, sixty years later, we continue to service that provides an audio description of his concern for his fellow brethren as well as turn our backs on the victims of hatred and the visual elements of video programming for for the families of those police officers. genocide. We failed to appropriately respond people who are blind or have low vision, which The talents that have made Van Der Velde to devastation and death in Rwanda, and now is an audience of more than 14 million people. a successful Police Captain were echoed in all we repeat our desertion of innocent women The span of NCI’s perseverance and dedi- the areas of his community service. His mul- and children in Sudan. cation extends far beyond technology for our tiple roles in the Ramsey Rescue Squad, Let us honor the memories of those who televisions. NCI established the Nation’s only Ramsey Fire Department, North Haledon Fire died in Auschwitz and the Holocaust and the free consumer help desk for communications Department and the Hawthorne Ambulance lives of those who survived it, by combating access issues where citizens may pose ques- Corps have enabled Peter to develop into the anti-Semitism, hate and bigotry today, tomor- tions on topics such as the availability of cap- inspiring leader he is today. row, and always. tioned programming, how to resolve problems The job of a United States Congressman in- Let us never forget. with displaying captions, accessibility of closed volves so much that is rewarding, yet nothing f captions with digital cable and high definition compares to learning about and recognizing television, and the availability of closed cap- the efforts of individuals like Captain Peter RECOGNIZING THE NATIONAL CAP- TIONING INSTITUTE’S QUARTER- tions in Spanish and on DVDs and home vid- Van Der Velde. eos. Mr. Speaker, we ask that you join our col- CENTURY OF ACHIEVEMENT IN CLOSED CAPTIONING AND RE- In addition to its technologic achievements, leagues as well as Peter’s family and friends, NCI recently took the lead on auditing how the in recognizing the outstanding and invaluable LATED MEDIA ACCESS TECH- NOLOGIES entire captioning industry is performing. It service of Captain Peter Van Der Velde. commissioned the field’s first study to evaluate f HON. EARL BLUMENAUER the quality, availability, and use of the Nation’s COMMENDING COUNTRIES AND OR- OF OREGON use of captioning services in order to improve GANIZATIONS FOR MARKING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES performance throughout the entire captioning 60TH ANNIVERSARY OF LIBERA- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 industry. TION OF AUSCHWITZ In light of all of the above achievements, I Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, as the co- look forward to working with my colleagues to SPEECH OF chair of the Congressional Public Broadcasting pass this resolution and demonstrate our sup- HON. JERROLD NADLER Caucus, I am introducing a bipartisan resolu- port for the National Captioning Institute’s tion to recognize the achievements of the Na- dedication to improving media access to mil- OF NEW YORK tional Captioning Institute, NCI, in providing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lions of our fellow Americans. closed-captioning services and other media f Tuesday, January 25, 2005 access technologies to Americans who are Mr. NADLER. Madam Speaker, I solemnly disabled by hearing loss and/or vision loss, or CLARKRANGE HIGH SCHOOL WINS rise today to commemorate the 60th anniver- who are limited by their inability to read or SECOND NATIONAL TITLE sary of the liberation of Auschwitz, the first master English as a second language. Given and largest Nazi concentration camp stumbled that communication delivery systems such as HON. LINCOLN DAVIS across by Allied troops as they fought back television and, more recently, the Internet, OF TENNESSEE Nazi Germany. play an absolutely essential role in American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today, the twin camps of Auschwitz- society, this resolution salutes NCI’s quarter- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Birkenau are silent, yet full of the ghosts of century of progressive development in bringing horrors of boundless slaughter, torture and sa- media-access technologies to the American Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, con- distic human experimentation. We lost over people. gratulations to the Clarkrange High School one million souls at Auschwitz alone. Over 5 The National Captioning Institute was found- Chess Team for winning the 2004 National K– million more innocent people with names, fam- ed in 1979 as a nonprofit corporation with the 12 Grade Championships Chess Tournament. ilies and lives were murdered at several other mission of ensuring that deaf and hard-of- This marks the second national title for the Nazi concentration camps. hearing people have access to television Clarkrange High School Chess team in the On January 27, 1945, Allied troops marched through the technology of closed captioning. past 5 years, winning the 2000 title in Char- by the ashes of those killed at Auschwitz, and Prior to this time, captioned television was of- lotte.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.093 E26PT1 January 26, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E107 The tournament, sponsored by the United sociation of Hispanic Mental Health Profes- PRESIDING JUSTICE ROBERT K. States Chess Federation, was held in Orlando, sionals, Bronx Borough President Fernando PUGLIA: JUDGE, SCHOLAR, FL, at Disney World’s Dolphin Resort. Over Ferrer, the NYC Housing Authority’s Society of WORDSMITH, TEACHER, PA- 1,500 chess players representing 44 States Hispanic Employees, the NYS–Hispanic Polit- TRIOT, AND FAMILY MAN and hundreds of schools participated in this ical Coalition Employees and many others. tournament. The competition pits each grade Ms. Remeneski has worked tirelessly to HON. JOHN T. DOOLITTLE level against itself. Clarkrange entered three help improve the lives of people throughout OF CALIFORNIA teams in the competition. New York. As a result of her unyielding dedi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The ninth grade team took the national cation and hard work over the past four dec- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 championship at that level, the 10th grade ades, countless New Yorkers enjoy a better Mr. DOOLITTLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today team just missed the championship by half a life. with my colleagues from California Mr. BER- point and took second place, two CHS assist- In honor of her retirement, I ask my col- ant coaches took third place in the collegiate MAN, Mr. CALVERT, Mr. COX, Mr. CUNNINGHAM, leagues to join me in paying tribute to Ms. Mr. DREIER, Mr. FARR, Mr. GALLEGLY, Mr. competition. Shirley Rodriguez Remeneski. Members of the Clarkrange chess squad in- HERGER, Mr. HUNTER, Mr. ISSA, Mr. LEWIS, Ms. clude Coach Michael Cross, Assistant Coach- LOFGREN, Mr. LUNGREN, Mr. MCKEON, Mr. f es Matthew Human and Joe Wright, students GEORGE MILLER, Mr. NUNES, Mr. POMBO, Mr. RADANOVICH, Mr. THOMAS, Mr. THOMPSON, and Andrew Simonton, Justin England, Ryan HONORING THE PULASKI CITIZEN Hunley, Michael Davis, Simmy Jenkins, Chris Ms. WOOLSEY to pay tribute to Presiding Jus- FOR ITS YEARS OF SERVICE TO tice Robert K. Puglia, judge, scholar, Snow, Coty Phillips, and Dillon McCann. GILES COUNTY These young men will have something to be wordsmith, teacher, patriot, and family man. Born in 1929, and raised in Westerville, proud of for the rest of their lives. May they Ohio, Robert K. Puglia came to California after continue to challenge themselves and excel in HON. LINCOLN DAVIS high school to earn money for college. Return- everything they do in life. They have made OF TENNESSEE ing to his Buckeye roots, he graduated from Fentress County, Tennessee very proud. Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ohio State University with a degree in political gratulations, Clarkrange High School Chess science, then fought in Korea and was a first Team. Wednesday, January 26, 2005 sergeant in the Third Infantry Division. Fol- f Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, I lowing the war, he graduated from the Univer- TRIBUTE TO MS. SHIRLEY rise today to pay tribute to the Pulaski Citizen sity of California Boalt Hall School of Law in RODRIGUEZ REMENESKI for its contributions to the citizens of Giles 1958. County, Tennessee. He married Ingrid in 1959. They have four children—Peter, Susan, David, and Tom—and ´ The Pulaski Citizen is the longest-running HON. JOSE E. SERRANO three grandchildren. OF NEW YORK newspaper in the history of Pulaski and Giles Justice Puglia began his legal career as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES County, spanning 150 years from 1854 to Deputy Attorney General in Sacramento, then 2004. It’s also one of the oldest continuously Wednesday, January 26, 2005 moved to the Sacramento County District At- operating in the State of Tennessee. Its week- torney’s Office where he prosecuted the most Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, l rise today to ly visits into the homes of Giles Countians serious cases. At age 34, he was named pay tribute to Ms. Shirley Rodriguez have brought national, state and local news. Chief Deputy District Attorney. In 1969, he be- Remeneski, an incredible woman who has The Pulaski Citizen was especially crucial in came a partner in McDonough, Holland, spent most of her life serving the needs of the days before radio, television and the inter- Schwartz, Allen & Wahrhaftig. He was a Pro- others. On Thursday, January 27, 2004, Ms. net as the only news media available to so fessor of Law at the University of the Pacific, Remeneski will celebrate her retirement in the many people. It has served the business com- McGeorge School of Law, and frequently City of New York. munity equally as well by printing the adver- taught at legal seminars. He also taught at Since she started her career in 1966, Ms. tisements that promote these businesses, California State University, Sacramento. Remeneski has held various leadership posi- often contributing greatly to the success of so Governor Ronald Reagan appointed him tions in the government and non-profit worlds. many of the hundreds of varied businesses Judge of the Superior Court, County of Sac- Currently she serves as Senior Vice President that have called Giles County home. ramento, in August 1971; Associate Justice of of the Empire State Development’s Economic the Court of Appeal, Third Appellate District, in Revitalization Division. In this capacity she Community improvement and growth has been a primary function of the Pulaski Citizen June 1974; and Presiding Justice in December oversees economic development for dis- 1974. tressed communities, including projects and under the leadership of the McCord, Romine, Smith and Lake Families. Through the editorial Justice Puglia distinguished himself, in Cali- programs to stimulate growth and develop- fornia and in the Nation, both as a prosecutor ment throughout New York State. Her efforts urgings of the Pulaski Citizen, community life in Pulaski and Giles County has been greatly and a jurist, during his more than 40 years in have helped to create permanent jobs and the law. Known for his keen intellect and clear sustainable business enterprises. improved by such things as a water works, a fire department, improved telephone service, reasoning, colleagues and litigants alike re- Ms. Remeneski’s list of achievements is member his sharp memory, gregarious per- new and better schools, an outstanding col- long and impressive. She began her career in sonality, thorough consideration of issues, and lege, playgrounds for our children, and hun- 1966 by establishing and directing the first So- effective leadership. His stewardship of the dreds of other benefits for our community. cial Services Unit in the Bronx Borough Presi- court was exemplary, marked by a respect for dent’s office. Some of the more influential po- The Pulaski Citizen is the oldest existing his colleagues and a concern for the inde- sitions Ms. Remeneski has held include district business in Pulaski, Tennessee. It has been in pendence of the judiciary. His administrative administrator for Congressman Badillo, where continuous publication since December 16, touch was light but firm and done with a sense she managed the New York City office and 1854, except during the Civil War. Pulaski was of humor. coordinated activities with the Congressman’s occupied by Union troops from the spring of After becoming a judge, Justice Puglia Washington staff. In 1978 she served as As- 1862 until the end of the war. Most, if not all, served on the Judicial Council, the State sistant Deputy Mayor of New York City where businesses in Pulaski were forced to close courts’ governing council. He served as presi- she worked on intergovernmental relations during the Union occupation. Publication re- dent of the California Judges Association and and community development issues in the sumed on January 5, 1866 and has been con- the National Council of Chief Judges of Courts South Bronx, Harlem and other areas of the tinuous since that time. of Appeal. Admired and respected by appel- city. And in 1986 she served as Executive Di- In honor of the 150th birthday of the Pulaski late judges everywhere in America, he often rector of the NYS Governor’s Office for His- Citizen, one page each week during 2004 has served as a member of the faculty of the Ap- panic Affairs. been dedicated to taking an historic look at pellate Courts Institute, conducted annually by Mr. Speaker, I am proud to say that Ms. how the paper covered current events that are the California Center for Judicial Education Remeneski’s service to the people of New now the ‘‘popular’’ record of our history with and Research, and the Appellate Judges York has not gone unnoticed. She has re- staff writer Claudia Johnson selecting material Seminar, conducted annually by the Institute ceived numerous awards and commendations for weekly installments and for a book in com- of Judicial Administration, New York University from a host of organizations, including the As- memoration of the sesquicentennial. School of Law.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:59 Jan 27, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JA8.097 E26PT1 E108 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 26, 2005 Justice Puglia’s opinions are marked by teaching, coaching, mentoring and overall de- and baseball. He was also voted MVP for the scholarship, common sense, clarity and elo- velopment of our youth. Manhattan Cup Catholic League Champion- quence, reflecting his philosophy of judicial re- Dick recently retired as an English teacher ship game, won by CHS. In 1992, he was in- straint and his understanding of the proper and the Head Basketball Coach for Gonzaga ducted into the CHS, Hall of Fame and was role of the courts in a democratic society. He College High School after approximately 30 selected at the recipient of the prestigious authored more than 4,000 opinions, of which years of outstanding service. Coach Myers is ‘‘John F. Barnes Memorial Trophy.’’ 446 were published, including one opinion he credited with, among other things, taking a He continued his academic and athletic suc- wrote as Chief Justice pro tem of the Cali- somewhat lackluster Gonzaga basketball pro- cesses at another fine Jesuit institution, fornia Supreme Court. A dynamic, innovative, gram and transforming it to its current cham- LeMoyne College, in Syracuse, New York, collegial and respected leader and mentor, he pionship caliber. graduating in 1964. At LeMoyne, he excelled retired from the Court of Appeal in November Mr. Speaker, in honor of his retirement, I am in both basketball, helping to lead his basket- 1998. The Court of Appeal’s library was dedi- proud to recognize Dick Myers’ legacy. His ball team to the NCAA playoffs in 1964, and cated and named in his honor in April 1999. longstanding and tireless dedication to youth in baseball, where his .300 batting average is Justice Puglia was chosen as the recipient education and learning is without equal. As an still memorialized. In 1995, LeMoyne College of Boalt Hall’s Judge D. Lowell Jensen Public athletic coach at Gonzaga College High honored Dick for his overall college level suc- Service Award in 2003. The Jensen Award is School, he is regarded as an institution and cess by inducting him into the LeMoyne Col- given each year to a prominent Boalt Hall treasure. lege Hall of Fame. graduate for his or her outstanding commit- Richard J. Myers was born in Buffalo, where Mr. Speaker, I know I can state unequivo- ment to public service in the legal field. Judge a ‘‘blue collar’’ work ethic is the norm, and no cally that Dick’s family and the people of Buf- Jensen personally presented the award at a one better personifies that strong ethic than falo are proud his many and varied accom- special luncheon in Sacramento. Dick. While there is no doubt that Dick’s inher- plishments. More importantly, however, it is ent integrity, dedication to duty and commit- Justice Puglia has the uncanny ability to be- our country that should give praise to Dick ment to community are qualities that were de- come a quick-study expert in anything that Myers, and the many other dedicated teach- veloped through the unselfish efforts of his catches his interest. Of his many hobbies, two ers, coaches and youth mentors. Often in rel- parents and his family, there is little doubt that merit mention: music and sports. ative anonymity, these people have unselfishly these attributes were nourished and allowed to Justice Puglia loves the big bands of World dedicated their careers to a singular purpose blossom through his Jesuit education. The Ward II. He maintains a large collection of of making our society and this great country a well-renowned teaching tradition of Jesuit edu- their music: Tommy Dorsey, Benny Goodman, better place by their positive impact on our cators, with a focus on the building of the Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller, and Harry James. youth—our future. He appreciates the vocal talents of Jo Staf- ‘‘whole man’’ by equally focusing on mental, ford, Frank Sinatra, Johnny Mercer (as much physical and spiritual growth, helped to lead f as a songwriter as a singer), Dick Haimes, Coach Dick Myers on his path of service to youth and his greatness as a teacher and and Nat ‘‘King’’ Cole. One of his favorite sing- THANKING JACQUELINE AAMOT coach. ers was a British singer from World War II FOR HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE named Vera Lynn. She sang to British troops In addition to his work ethic, Dick maintains and was their hero. a modest manner. He will always let you know Justice Puglia loves sports, but especially that it was his students and athletes who HON. ROBERT W. NEY made him successful. However, it is undeni- baseball. He supports his alma mater, Ohio OF OHIO State. In an era of many great sports heroes, able and oft-repeated by his former students he was partial to Bob Feller in baseball, Otto and players that it was largely Dick Myer’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES guidance, teaching, coaching and encourage- Graham in football, and Jerry Lucas in basket- Wednesday, January 26, 2005 ball, for their admirable characteristics both on ment that opened the pathway to their per- and off the field of play. sonal and team achievements. Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of Justice Puglia is undeviating in his commit- Since his arrival at Gonzaga, Coach Myer’s her retirement at the end of January 2005, we ment to ethics and civility, to playing by the accomplishments are not only good grist for rise to thank Ms. Jacqueline (Jackie) Aamot rules, in sports and in life. For several years, stories by sports enthusiasts of the Gonzaga for her long career of outstanding service to Justice Puglia’s ethics and civility have pro- community, but also can be measured in con- the United States government, most recently vided a beacon for young baseball and softball crete and demonstrable facts. With his induc- here in the U.S. House of Representatives. players in Northern California. The Sac- tion into the Gonzaga Hall of Fame on No- Jackie began her career with the House ten ramento River Cats, who play in the AAA Pa- vember 3, 2000, he was acclaimed as ‘‘an ex- years ago on January 4, 1995, and served in cific Coast League, annually select the most traordinary man of great talent and integrity’’ positions within the Administrative Counsel outstanding high school baseball (boys) and with successes in the Gonzaga basketball pro- and Finance offices of the Chief Administrative softball (girls) players for Justice Robert K. gram, including four WCAC championships Officer. As the Finance Office’s Director of Fi- Puglia Good Sportsmanship Awards. These and a DC City Title Championship. Signifi- nancial Counseling, she provided financial as- awards are given before capacity crowds at cantly, an April 1999 Washingtonian Magazine sistance and guidance to all Member and article entitled ‘‘Real Basketball,’’ claims that Raley Field every August, as the baseball sea- Committee offices including monitoring and under the tutelage of Coach Myers, the Gon- son wanes. Both Art Savage, president/CEO projecting available fund balances and ensur- zaga basketball team’s third victory over of the Sacramento River Cats, and Branch ing expenditures comply with both House and DeMatha in 1999 was ‘‘one of the most thrill- Rickey, president of the Pacific Coast League, Committee rules and regulations. have declared Justice Puglia is the perfect ing finishes of any sporting event in recent years.’’ Jackie made significant contributions to the civic exemplar for Sacramento’s, California’s, financial management of the U.S. House of and America’s young people. All of Dick’s accomplishments would be too numerous to mention and, as is so often the Representatives, implementing consolidated f case with the contributions of successful electronic billings, which have lessened the administrative burdens both for Member and TRIBUTE TO COACH MYERS teachers and coaches, the true milestones of their achievements are, to a large degree, im- Committee offices and for the Office of Fi- measurable. However, Coach Myers’ record- nance. In addition, she instituted more efficient HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER breaking mark as basketball coach at Gon- processes that have resulted in the issuing of OF NEW YORK zaga with a lifetime record of 714–362 pro- payments by the Office of Finance in less than two days following receipt of a voucher. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vides some perspective into Dick’s basketball coaching feats. On behalf of the entire House community, Wednesday, January 26, 2005 Dick Myers, an outstanding athlete in his we extend congratulations to Jackie for her Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to own student days, attended Canisius High many years of dedication and outstanding pay a special tribute to Richard J. Myers, a School (CHS), a Jesuit institution in Buffalo. contributions to the financial management of native son of Buffalo, New York. Richard J. Dick was a three sports star at CHS, and re- the House. We wish Jackie many wonderful Myers has devoted his entire career to the ceived All-Catholic Honors in both basketball years of fulfilling her retirement dreams.

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This title requires all such committees FEBRUARY 3 MARCH 8 to notify the Office of the Senate Daily 9:30 a.m. 2 p.m. Digest—designated by the Rules Com- Judiciary Veterans’ Affairs mittee—of the time, place, and purpose Business meeting to consider pending To hold joint hearings with the House of the meetings, when scheduled, and calendar business. Committee on Veterans Affairs to ex- any cancellations or changes in the SD–226 amine the legislative presentation of meetings as they occur. 10 a.m. the Disabled American Veterans. As an additional procedure along Veterans’ Affairs 345 CHOB with the computerization of this infor- To hold hearings to examine benefits for survivors of those killed in the line of mation, the Office of the Senate Daily MARCH 9 duty. 10 a.m. Digest will prepare this information for SR–418 printing in the Extensions of Remarks Veterans’ Affairs 11 a.m. To hold joint hearings with the House section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry Committee on Veterans Affairs to ex- on Monday and Wednesday of each To hold hearings to examine the effects amine the legislative presentation of week. of Bovine Spongiform Encephalopathy the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Meetings scheduled for Thursday, (BSE) on United States imports and ex- SH–216 January 27, 2005 may be found in the ports of cattle and beef. Daily Digest of today’s RECORD. SD–106 MARCH 10 10 a.m. MEETINGS SCHEDULED FEBRUARY 8 Veterans’ Affairs 10 a.m. To hold joint hearings with the House FEBRUARY 1 Energy and Natural Resources Committee on Veterans Affairs to ex- 9 a.m. Public Lands and Forests Subcommittee amine the legislative presentations of Foreign Relations To hold hearings to examine the imple- the Blinded Veterans Association, the To hold hearings to examine strategies mentation of Titles I through III of Non-Commissioned Officers Associa- for reshaping U.S. policy regarding P.L. 106–393, the Secure Rural Schools tion, the Military Order of the Purple Iraq and the Middle East. and Community Self-Determination Heart, the Paralyzed Veterans of SD–419 Act of 2000. America and the Jewish War Veterans. 10 a.m. SD–366 345 CHOB Budget To hold hearings to examine the Con- FEBRUARY 10 APRIL 14 gressional Budget Office budget and 9:30 a.m. economic outlook. 10 a.m. Armed Services Veterans’ Affairs SD–608 To hold hearings to examine the pro- 2:30 p.m. To hold joint hearings with the House posed Defense Authorization Request Committee on Veterans Affairs to ex- Foreign Relations for Fiscal Year 2006 and the Future Organizational business meeting to con- amine the legislative presentations of Years Defense Program. the Military Officers Association of sider an original resolution authorizing SH–216 expenditures for committee operations, America, the National Association of committee’s rules of procedure for the State Director of Veterans Affairs, FEBRUARY 15 109th Congress, and subcommittee as- AMVETS, the American Ex-Prisoners signments. 10 a.m. of War, and Vietnam Veterans of Amer- SD–419 Veterans’ Affairs ica. Judiciary To hold hearings to examine the 345 CHOB To hold hearings to examine certain Adminstration’s proposed fiscal year issues relative to CIA document disclo- 2006 Department of Veterans Affairs APRIL 21 sure under the Nazi War Crimes Disclo- budget. 10 a.m. sure Act. SR–418 Veterans’ Affairs SD–226 To hold joint hearings with the House MARCH 1 Committee on Veterans Affairs to ex- FEBRUARY 2 10 a.m. amine the legislative presentations of 9:30 a.m. Energy and Natural Resources the Fleet Reserve Association, the Air Judiciary To hold hearings to examine the Presi- Force Sergeants Association, the Re- To hold hearings to examine FELA dent’s proposed budget request for fis- tired Enlisted Association, and the issues relating to asbestos. cal year 2006 for the Department of the Gold Star Wives of America. SD–226 Interior. 345 CHOB 10 a.m. SD–366 Commerce, Science, and Transportation SEPTEMBER 20 To hold hearings to examine the U.S. MARCH 2 10 a.m. Tsunami Warning System, and S. 50, to 10 a.m. Veterans’ Affairs authorize and strengthen the National Energy and Natural Resources To hold joint hearings with the House Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- To hold hearings to examine the Presi- Committee on Veterans Affairs to ex- tion’s tsunami detection, forecast, dent’s proposed budget request for fis- amine the legislative presentation of warning, and mitigation program. cal year 2006 for the Forest Service. the American Legion. SR–253 SD–366 345 CHOB

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