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JAMES McKAY RORTY OF THE his mother. The same is true of Irish America McKay Rorty even as the elements eroded FIGHTING 69TH-AN AMERICAN today; it is not unique to the Irish, but provides the marble stone that marked his grave. But PATRIOT that special care for all peoples with whom we the record of Rorty's words and deeds have share bonds of blood and affection. It is a inspired a later generation to replace his crumbling gravestone with an impressive HON. PETER T. KING strength of American society that these ties granite monument-and by their tribute, to OF NEW YORK exist; it is a strength of the American political keep his memory green. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES system that these concerns can be expressed James McKay Rorty was born in Donegal Thursday, May 27, 1993 through the Congress, concerns enlightened Town on June 11, 1837, the first of ten chil­ by intimate knowledge. James McKay Rorty dren of Richard and Catherine Rorty. Like so Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, one cannot read was a leading champion of Liberty for his na­ many other young Irishmen, James sought a military history without being deeply im­ tive Ireland and the Irish as well as for the en­ brighter future in America, emigrating to pressed, even inspired, by the sacrifice and tire United States, his adopted country. A New York in the year 1857. Working as a courage of men and women whose heroic book canvasser and dry goods salesman, de­ member of the 69th New York and of the Irish spite financial reverses he managed to raise acts and steadfast courage go far beyond Brigade, he fell in battle on the July 3, 1863, what reason would suggest is even the most enough money to bring two of his brothers to very near the "Highwater mark of the Confed­ New York. It was not until the summer of enlightened self-interest. There is a certain eracy." 1863 that funds were available to ensure the something that gives a special cohesion to a His body was recovered from its shallow passage of the rest of the family to America. military unit in combat, something that goes grave on the field at Gettysburg and reinterred Disappointed as he was in business pur­ beyond the defense of hearth and home, be­ in New York's First Cavalry Cemetery. This suits, James Rorty found an outlet for his yond what even individual courage might ac­ Saturday, May 29, 1993, it will be my great hopes and dreams of an independent Ireland complish alone. That special quality flows from honor to participate with Jack Conway and the through his association with the Fenian the brotherhood of arms. Some of the most Irish Brigade Association, the county Donegal Brotherhood. He soon began to make a name for himself in Irish nationalist circles, both heroic of acts, "above and beyond the call of Association, the 69th Regiment of New York as a writer and orator; one associate de­ duty," are the acts of men who would rather and the Veteran Corps of the 69th Regiment scribed him as "gifted with a power of elo­ lay down their own lives than to let down their in the dedication of a new memorial stone-­ quence rarely vouschafed to so young a buddies. The brotherhood of arms exists not the original having succumbed to acid rain-at man." In 1859 Rorty signed on as a member only in the present tense among members of the grave of James McKay Rorty. While my of the "O'Mahony Guards," a militia unit the same unit, but it exists over time among own service with the 69th New York is sepa­ named in honor of the Fenian leader John those who share the same military traditions. rated from Rorty's by over a century, the tradi­ O'Mahony, and one of 40 independent compa­ The traditions of the corps or of the regiment nies comprising the Phoenix Brigade. tions of the regiment run so strong that I, and On April 20, 1861, a week after the Confed­ can provide a sense of the spiritual presence my fellow veterans of the 69th, truly feel that erate bombardment and capture of Fort of members of former generations that the sol­ we are honoring a fellow comrade in arms Sumter ignited long-simmering sectional dif­ diers, sailors, airmen, marines and coast who is as much a part of our brotherhood as ferences and plunged the United States into guardsmen of today can feel that they are part those who were with "Wild Bill" Donovan and Civil War, James McKay Rorty enlisted in of an ongoing tradition which is a psycho­ Father Duffy in France, or with Col. Gerry Company G of the 69th New York Militia-a logical reality. Kelley and Frank McCrorken on Makin, on unit commanded by Colonel Michael Cor­ When I march with 1st Sgt. Barney Kelly as Saipan and-also with Father Lynch-on Oki­ coran, one of the founders of the Fenian Brotherhood. The 69th New York was the a member of the Veteran Corps of the 69th nawa, or those who stood immediately beside Regiment of New York, I can still feel that spe­ pride of Manhattan's large Irish community, us in the ranks of the "Fighting 69th". and three days after Rorty enlisted the regi­ cial thrill which I first felt as a private in the Historian Brian Pohanka has written an ex­ ment was given a thunderous send-off when line of the "Fighting 69th." The green battle cellent monograph on James McKay Rorty they departed for the seat of war at Washing­ flag and the regimental flag with its multitude which is being published by the Irish Brigade ton, D.C. of battle streamers and 62 battle rings is a Association, with the assistance of-among Private Rorty and his comrades spent sev­ tangible link with those men of earlier genera­ others-the Rorty and Blount families and the eral weeks wielding picks and shovels in the tions who fought on Makin Island, in France 69th Regiment veterans. Mr. Pohanka has construction of a line of defensive fortifica­ and on the battlefields of our own civil war. tions on Arlington Heights before marching been kind enough to prepare a condensation forth to what nearly everyone expected to be The 69th Regiment New York State Militia, in of his work on Rorty for me to insert in the a single, deciding confrontation with the response to President Lincoln's personal re­ RECORD. I therefore offer: Southern forces gathered near Manassas, quest, stayed beyond the expiration of their FROM DONEGAL TO GETTYSBURG-CAPT. Virginia. In company with the other units in active duty time to defend the Union at that JAMES MCKAY RORTY Colonel William Tecumseh Sherman's bri­ terrible Battle of Bull Run; the regiment acquit­ The roll call of Irish-born heroes of the gade, the 69th New York crossed the sluggish ted itself well on the field that day, but among American Civil War is a long and honorable stream called Bull Run, and charged into the its losses were the capture of its commander, one: Corcoran, Cleburne, Meagher, Sweeney, vortex of fire that swept the slope of Henry Col. Michael Corcoran and a number of his Mulligan, Smyth ... Soldiers, orators, pa­ House Hill. For a time it seemed the North would win the day, but a combination of men including James McKay Rorty-who later triots-the names evoke a legacy of bravery and idealism that still retains the power to faulty generalship and plain bad luck found escaped and then volunteered for combat with inspire. As the poet William Butler Yeats a defeated Union army in chaotic retreat the Irish Brigade. wrote of a later generation of Irish heroes, back down the road to Washington. Private James McKay Rorty, like most members of those of us who draw inspiration from that Rorty stood by Colonel Corcoran and the the 69th, was an Irish nationalist, a faithful offi­ gallant litany "murmur name upon name remnants of the 69th New York as they tried cer of the Fenian Brotherhood, and a patriotic . . . whenever green is worn." to stem the tide of disaster along Bull Run. American devoted to the Constitution and On May 29, 1993, Irish American and veter­ Waging a last-ditch stand in a roadside farm­ Union of the United States of America. For ans organizations, Civil War historians and house, Corcoran, Rorty, and some two dozen Rorty and his generation there was no conflict uniformed re-enactment units will gather at followers were surrounded and captured. First Calvary Cemetery, Woodside, New Three days after the battle of Bull Run, of interest between his American citizenship York, to honor a son of Erin who gave his Rorty found himself incarcerated with hun­ and his desire to see the blessings of Liberty life for his adopted country in the great and dreds of other Federal prisoners in a Rich­ extended to the land of his birth; it is the same terrible battle of Gettysburg. The passage of mond, Virginia warehouse. After two months as a man being able to love both his wife and time has obscured the memory of James of debilitating confinement, Rorty decided

e This "bullet" symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11975 "the honor of the corps" required the sol­ Chancellorsville. It proved to be yet another blown up, and rapidly losing men and horses, diers of the 69th to mount an escape at­ Union defeat, but won Rorty a mention in the intrepid commander moved from gun to tempt. On September 18, 1861, Rorty and two dispatches for his "great gallantry," and gun as coolly as if on a West Point review." comrades managed to slip out of the ware­ gained him promotion to the rank of Cap­ With many of his men down and all but one house clad in civilian garb, and began a per­ tain. of his guns smashed or disabled, Rorty cast ilous journey northward. Traveling by night Throughout his military service James aside his sword and belt, stripped off his uni­ and resting during the day. the three young McKay Rorty continued his affiliation with form jacket, and joined the powder-stained Irishmen successfully eluded Conferate sen­ the Fenian Brotherhood, serving as Record­ crew at the remaining piece. Shouting en­ tries and a week after leaving Richmond ing Secretary for the organization's army couragement, the Captain seized a sponge­ gained the banks of the broad Potomac subgroup, the Potomac Circle. Thomas Clerk staff and helped swab out and ram shells River. Fashioning two makeshift rafts, the Luby, a leading Irish nationalist who visited down the scorching iron barrel. escapees paddled out to a group of U.S. Navy the army, described Rorty as " The cleverest On came the Confederate infantry, scream­ gunboats and safety. and most promising young Irish soldier," ing their high-pitched battle cry. Rorty's When James Rorty's parents learned of his whom he encountered; " A nice looking gun spewed deadly canister tearing great perilous exploits, they implored their son to young man, well mannered, well spoken, gaps in the swaying ranks, and the infantry abandon the military service; why, they highly intelligent . . . well informed on mili­ of both sides opened fire. "Death was in the asked, should he risk his life, and the fami­ tary subjects." Another comrade remem­ air," one of Rorty's men recalled, "the bul­ ly's hopes of emigration, in a fratricidal bered Rorty as "devoted heart and soul to lets flying like bees from a disturbed hive." American conflict? But James McKay Rorty the cause of Ireland." James Rorty did not live to see the Union was determined to go back to front, and In June of 1863, with the Confederate forces victory-the great turning point of the Civil after accepting a commission as Lieutenant preparing for yet another attempt to carry War. Just before the decimated Southern of Artillery in General Thomas Francis the war into Maryland and Pennsylvania, units made a last desperate effort to breach Meagher's Irish Brigade, James penned his Captain Rorty obtained a brief leave of ab­ the Union line, the heroic Captain was shot family a forceful and eloquent explanation of sence in order to get his newly arrived par­ dead, and dropped beside his cannon. First his actions. ents, three brothers and four sisters settled buried where he fell, some two weeks after " Let me reassure you of my firm convic­ in their Brooklyn home. After a separation the armies departed the stricken field, tion," Rorty wrote, "that the separation of of six years, it was truly an emotional re­ James' younger brother Richard journeyed this Union into North and South would not union. The children ranged in age from 8 to to Gettysburg, and brought the fallen officer only be fatal to the progress of constitu­ 21, and the youngest of them must have had home to New York, where he was laid to rest tional freedom but would put impassable only the vaguest recollection of their soldier in Calvary Cemetery. barriers in the way of future immigration. It brother. All too soon, the dashing Captain While the memory of James McKay Rorty would close forever the wide portals through had to bid his family goodbye, and return to has faded with the passage of time, the reac­ which the pilgrams of liberty from every Eu­ the front. tion to his death makes plain the fact that ropean clime have sought and found it ... Our Led by a new commander, General George his loss was keenly felt-not only because of only guarantee is the Constitution. our only Meade, the Army of the Potomac marched his bravery, but because of his promise. "He safety is in the Union, one, and indivisible." north to a decisive clash with Lee's Army of surpassed everything in the Army of the Po­ Returning to the defenses of Washington Northern Virginia near the little Pennsylva­ tomac on July 3rd," one comrade noted, with the Irish Brigade, Rorty and the gun­ nia town called Gettysburg. Rorty rode with while another called Rorty " one whose Spar­ ners of the 14th New York Independent Bat­ General Hancock, now commanding officer tan heroism would shed a lustre upon the tery passed the long winter months in a regi­ of the elite Second Corps, and helped the brightest days of chivalry." The commander men of drill and instruction that prepared charismatic General to rally the Union of the Second Corps Artillery reported, "In the Army of the Potomac for a massive ef­ troops who had been worsted on the first day the death of Captain J .M. Rorty the brigade fort against the Confederate capital, Rich­ of fighting. But staff duties had never been has lost a worthy officer, a gallant soldier, mond. In mid March of 1862, Lieutenant to Rorty's liking, and the next day-July 2, and an estimable man." Rorty found himself aboard a transport 1863-the Captain asked Hancock to give him This Memorial Day. as we gather to honor bound for the tip of the Virginia Peninsula, a more active role. The General acquiesced, Captain James McKay Rorty, may we draw from where General George McClellan and Rorty took command of the 114 men and inspiration from the example of this deep­ launched his aml>itious, but ultimately fu­ four rifled Parrott guns comprising Battery souled idealist and heroic warrior, who gave tile campaign. B, 1st New York Light Artillery. his all for his adopted country. May ours and Appointed Ordnance Officer on the Staff of The second day of the battle of Gettysburg future generations forever keep his memory General Israel Richardson, the gruff, hard­ was a grisly stand-off. The blue and gray bat­ green. bitten commander of the First Division, Sec­ tle lines swept back and forth over the fields ond Corps, Rorty passed safely through the and ridges, with neither side able to gain a bloody Seven Days battles. But he mourned decisive advantage. Rorty was on hand when TRIBUTE TO THOMAS G. PULLEN for lost comrades like Captain Joseph the "Fighting Chaplain", Father William CREATIVE AND PERFORMING O'Donaghue of the 88th New York, of whom Corby, rendered general Absolution to the ARTS MAGNET SCHOOL CONCERT he wrote, "Rest, great heart, rest, under the assembled troops of the Irish Brigade. And BAND AND SHOW CHORUS hallowed turf of a soldier's grave; a comrade Rorty's battery lost 9 men in the fight grieves selfishly for your loss, but glories in through the infamous Wheatfieid that fol­ your glory!" lowed. HON. STENY H. HOYER From the Peninsula the Army of the Poto­ There was little sleep for Rorty's men that OF MARYLAND mac was shifted back to Washington, then evening, as Battery B was shifted north IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES into Maryland to confront Robert E. Lee's along Cemetery Ridge to bolster the center first invasion of Northern territory. Lee was of the Union line. It was there, along a low Thursday, May 27, 1993 repulsed in the battle of Antietam, the stone wall near a copse of trees, that Robert Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bloodiest single day in American history, but E. Lee would launch his last-ditch effort to give tribute to the Thomas G. Pullen Arts Mag­ many Federal-including the Irish Brigade-­ smash through the Yankee lines. General net School Concert Band and Show Chorus were decimated. Rorty's commander, Gen­ Hancock's veteran Second Corps would be on on the occasion of their upcoming concert to eral Richardson. was among the slain, and he hand to meet the Rebel onslaught-an epic be held at the courtyard of the Rayburn House found himself on the staff of a new division struggle that would go down in history as leader: the intrepid General Winfield Scott " Pickett's Charge" . At 1 p.m . on July 3, 1863, Office Building on Thursday, June 3, 1993, at Hancock. the Confederate artillery exploded into ac­ 7 o'clock in the evening. Hancock praised Lieutenant Rorty's "in­ tion, paving the way for the infantry assault The Thomas G. Pullen Creative and Per­ telligence, bravery and fidelity" during the with the most horrific bombardment ever to forming Arts Magnet School in Landover, MD, terrible and ultimately futile charge against take place on American soil. The union bat­ has gained local, national, and international Lee's Confederates at Fredericksburg. With teries fired back, and for two hours the very recognition since it opened its doors for the rank after rank of Union blue falling in the ground trembled and reeled as hundreds of 1987-88 academic year. The school has advance on Marye's Heights, Rorty spurred cannon thundered amidst the rolling smoke gained a reputation of excellence and achieve­ his horse into the carnage, waving the men and screeching shells. onward with his sword. The horse was shot Captain Rorty's Battery was caught in the ments in music, vocal, keyboard, instrumental, beneath him, and the lieutenant took a bul­ hurricane of destruction. " The men sighted and K-3 Suzuki cello and violin programs, as let in the left arm. After two months con­ their guns as if the fate of the nation de­ well as in drama, dance, visual arts, computer valescence, Rorty rejoined General Hancock pended on their exertions," one officer ob­ arts and media production, literary arts, and in time to participate in the battle of served. " With guns dismounted, caissons creative writing. Moreover, the school has pro- 11976 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 mated an outstanding academic program re­ vice chancellor for health affairs with the Ohio CHIEF JAMES SMALL HONORED sulting in student achievement that ranked first Board of Regents. Since that time, he has UPON RETIREMENT in Prince George's County middle school math overseen the construction of the MCO's $251 scores for 1992-93. million campus. Further, he has initiated plans HON. DICK swm The music department at Thomas G. Pullen for two new buildings on the campus: a sur­ OF NEW HAMPSHIRE School is widely known for its excellence. gical center hospital addition and a school of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Music students have performed at the Ken­ nursing and school of allied health building. Thursday, May 27, 1993 nedy Center, Ford's Theater, and Constitution He has assisted in increasing the MCO enroll­ Hall. The school sponsors a chapter of the Tri­ ment to nearly 2,000 students and the faculty Mr. SWETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to M National Music Honor Society and has re­ now numbers 366 full and part-time members. pay tribute to Chief James Francis Small. ceived the high honor of being named "Chap­ He also extended an extraordinary amount Chief Small has served our Nation in the ter of the Year" for 2 consecutive years. of his time and talent on behalf of his State Naval Reserves since 1967. He has been a The Thomas G. Pullen Concert Band, under and community. He has served as the vice stalwart supporter of the Naval Reserves and the direction of Ms. Katherine A. Rodeffer, is chairman of the Toledo-Lucas County Port Au­ the U.S. Navy. In November of 1993, Chief comprised of 33 students from grades 6, 7, thority and chairman of the Port's Economic Small will be retiring from active duty. Mr. and 8. The concert band has performed at Development Committee for Northwest Ohio. Speaker, I ask you to join me in honoring this Prince Georges County and Maryland State He was appointed as a member of the 1992 man whose life has touched so many others. band festivals. It has achieved superior ratings Ohio task force on higher education. Chief Small enlisted in the Navy on October during all 4 years at the Prince George's I have worked with Dr. Ruppert during the 16, 1967. Since then he has served at numer­ County Band and Orchestra Festival, and for time I served in the Ohio State Senate, and as ous duty stations, including the U.S.S. Barry, the past 2 years the concert band has re­ Congressman from Ohio's Fifth District, and DD-933; SMF 701; the U.S.S. Adroit, MS0- ceived superior ratings at the Maryland State through the years, I have been deeply im­ 509; SIMA Norva, 601; and SIMA Norfolk, Band Festival. Concert band students have pressed by his total commitment to excel­ 2701. Chief Small is currently a division officer also performed in the county and State solo lence. I wish Dr. Ruppert and his family the for the SIMA Newport Detachment, 1101. and ensemble festivals, the Prince Georges very best as they begin this new era in their Chief Small has received several personal County Honors Orchestra, and the District of lives. I send my deepest thanks for his many and military awards throughout his career of Columbia Youth Orchestra. They have pro­ contributions to the medical profession and to service, including the Meritorious Unit Com­ vided music for nursing homes and other com­ Ohio. mendation, the Naval Reserve Meritorious munity groups and functions. In its entirety the Service Medal-3 awards, the National De­ Thomas G. Pullen Band program incorporates fense Service Medal-2 awards, and an four through eight in beginning, intermediate, Armed Forces Reserve Medal. advanced and jazz bands. TED NUGENT: A STRAIGHT ARROW Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me The Show Chorus, now in its second per­ WITH STYLE in paying tribute to Chief James Francis Small. forming year, is a group of 33 students from It is only fitting to honor Chief Small at the end grades 6, 7, and 8 under the direction of Mrs. HON. J~ A. BARCIA of such a distinguished career of military serv­ ice. Adrian Flynn. This energetic and talented OF MICHIGAN group presents a wide variety of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES choreographed choral music. The Show Cho­ rus has performed at the University of Mary­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 IN COMMEMORATION OF ASIAN PACIFIC AMERICAN MONTH land School of Nursing, at various nursing Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to homes, at the Prince Georges County Council pay tribute to a man who has meant a great Administrative Office Building, and at other deal to me, to thousands of sportsmen, and to HON. MARTIN T. MEEHAN community group functions throughout the thousands of young people throughout the Na­ OF MASSACHUSETTS county. In its entirety, the Thomas G. Pullen tion. I am speaking of Ted Nugent, the rock IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Vocal Music Program incorporates grades four superstar who is as good with a bow and Thursday, May 27, 1993 through eight including an elementary and arrow as he is with the guitar. Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate middle school chorus. Ted Nugent is once again featured individ­ Asian Pacific-American Month, I think it is ap­ Mr. Speaker, it is indeed an honor and ual at World Bow Hunters Night in our State propriate to take a moment to consider the pleasure to applaud and congratulate the capital, Lansing. I will be honored to share the need for the United States to engage in more Thomas G. Pullen Creative and Performing podium with him that night, and want our col­ extensive dialog with India, which will be the Arts Magnet School, under the administration leagues to know about a true American star. world's most populous democratic country by of Edward Felegy, superintendent of schools, Ted is a man who has taken the time to the year 2050. The United States and India Kathleen Kurtz, principal, Nancy DePlatchett, show our young people that family values should work together to promote better under­ arts coordinator, and an outstanding staff of mean more than lipservice, that saying "no" to standing of each other's economic, political, arts and academic teachers, and talented stu­ drugs must be done by example, not just in educational, and cultural traditions. dents. words, and that protection of our environment Our shared geopolitical interests dictate that and natural resources can be done with a we make a concerted effort to improve lndo­ TRIBUTE TO DR. RICHARD D. skillful eye to recreation. American relations. India recently embarked RUPPERT Ted Nugent, the "Motor City Madman," has on a sweeping reform program that opened earned the respect and administration of mil­ the way for economic growth and increased HON. PAUL E. GIUMOR lions of adults and young people through his foreign trade and investment. I commend India willingness to meet with people to dem­ for its willingness to open its doors to foreign­ OF OHIO onstrate his philosophy of life. He selflessly ers, and I hope that the United States will pur­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teaches his skills as a most capable hunter. sue trade opportunities with the Indian sub­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 And he still finds the time to blow your mind continent. Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay with what I think is some of the greatest music Our country is home -to approximately 1 mil­ tribute to Dr. Richard D. Ruppert, who is retir­ in decades. lion Indian-Americans. Like other minorities, ing as the president of the Medical College of I have been privileged to have Ted Nugent they experience prejudice. They are victims of Ohio, after a distinguished tenum of 16 years. as a resident of my State, and more impor­ hate crimes, racial bias, and job discrimina­ It is a pleasure to mark this occasion, as Dr. tantly to have him as a friend. His wisdom in tion. These incidents warrant vigorous efforts Ruppert has not only been a distinguished saying that we all have to take some respon­ to address bigotry, from reporting require­ president who has worked tirelessly on behalf sibility to deal with the problems of today and ments for hate crimes to cultural awareness of his institution, but also a personal friend. not just expect the Government to make ev­ programs in our schools and communities. Dr. Ruppert became president of the Medi­ erything all right is a lesson that many Ameri­ The Glass Ceiling Commission reports that cal College of Ohio in 1977 after serving as cans need to learn. minorities plateau at lower levels in the work May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11977 force than women. Educational institutions and 1990, he has served as Western States direc­ the efforts of former enemies to find common the Department of Labor need to aggressively tor of the AOL Foundation. ground with us so that we can avoid armed enforce laws barring discriminatory practices During Harvey's 41-year career, the Los An­ conflict and the early deaths of our young men in recruitment and career advancement, and geles Jewish community has become the sec­ and women in the future. no one should be denied an education or job ond largest in the world outside Israel. This Our war dead and our veterans have because of their race or ethnic origin. phenomenal growth has meant that prominent changed the history of the world. Their bodies As a member of both the caucus on India Los Angelenos play a key part in the affairs of may have died, but their will, their deeds, and and Indian-Americans and Small Business American and world Jewry. Along these lines, their memory will live forever. Committee, I am concerned about the prob­ Harvey has given numerous interviews to lems facing Indian-American businesses. H.R. newspapers, magazines, and television sta­ 660, which I have cosponsored, would create tions around the country. The importance of TRIBUTE TO DR. RICHARD M. a federally chartered but privately owned cor­ his role cannot be underestimated. SIMON poration called the Venture Enhancement and The Los Angeles chapter of the AOL will Loan Development Administration for Smaller continue to perform well after Harvey's retire­ HON. PAULE. GlllMOR Undercapitalized Enterprises, also to be ment. Indeed, he has helped put in place a OF OHIO known as Velda Sue. This initiative would cre­ superb staff. Still, there is no replacing a man IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ate a secondary market for small business like Harvey Schechter. Thursday, May 27, 1993 loans that would provide the necessary incen­ We are privileged to be friends with Harvey tive for principal lenders to make credit avail­ and his lovely wife, Hope Mendoza Schechter, Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to able. The enterprises that would qualify for who has contributed immeasurably to his suc­ pay tribute to Dr. Richard M. Simon, who will these loans often represent the best oppor­ cess. We ask our colleagues to join us today be retiring on June 30, 1993, as the third tunity for minorities to be part of the American in saluting these wonderful people who have president of Terra Technical College, dream. put the well-being, security, and dignity of the Fremont, OH. The subcommittee on minority enterprises Jewish people above all else. Dr. Simon received his bachelor's degree in plans to review the program that sets aside industrial education from Ball State University SBA loans for disadvantaged and minority in 1956. His master's degree in educational business ventures. As part of that effort, I MEMORIAL DAY administration was conferred by Ball State in think the American SBA 8(a) category should 1958 and an educational doctorate degree in be expanded to include Indian-Americans. HON. STENY H. HOYER higher education college administration was I urge my colleagues in the 103d Congress OF MARYLAND awarded at Indiana University in 1962. to pay more attention to the concerns of India IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After completing his graduate work, he and Indian-Americans. I can think of no more began his commitment to higher education, Thursday, May 27, 1993 appropriate time to reflect on our shared inter­ and served at four midwestern colleges. Since ests than during the observance of Asian Pa­ Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to taking over as president of Terra, he has seen cific-American Month. pay tribute to our country's veterans. I rise to the campus expand with the securing of fund­ celebrate the contributions that these men and ing for student activities center and general women have made to strengthen our country technologies building. Terra has also received TRIBUTE TO HARVEY SCHECHTER and protect the freedoms on which our Nation 1O years accreditation with the North Central was founded. Association of Colleges and Schools. HON. HOWARD L BERMAN In our history, we have celebrated Memorial I am proud to count Dr. Simon as a friend, OF CALIFORNIA Day in one form or another for over 127 years. and send my best wishes to him and his entire First established to recognize the sacrifices of family as he steps down from the presidency HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN our young patriots on the battlefields of the of Terra. I look forward to continuing both our OF CALIFORNIA Civil War, Memorial Day has taken on increas­ friendship and professional association in the HON. ANTHONY C. BEILENSON ingly greater importance as generation after years to come. OF CALIFORNIA generation of Americans has shipped off to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fight in Europe, the South Pacific, Korea, Viet­ nam, and the Middle East. OUTDOORS FOREVER Thursday, May 27, 1993 Each of these generations is tied to the Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, we rise today to other with a common bond borne of blood, HON. JAMES A. BARCIA pay tribute to Harvey Schechter, a close friend sweat, and tears. Each generation has OF MICHIGAN and one of the most influential leaders in the watched the best and brightest of them die on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES history of the Anti-Defamation League [AOL]. the field of honor. Each generation has put We are honored to author this resolution com­ aside their own self-interest so that they could Thursday, May 27, 1993 memorating Harvey's four decades with the work to improve the future of their country. Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, I want our col­ AOL. We both respect and admire Harvey for They may have fought different battles and leagues to know of a very worthwhile organi­ his tireless and passionate devotion to the different enemies, but ultimately their sac­ zation known as Outdoors Forever, an affiliate Jewish community. He has made an inestima­ rifices and efforts were made for the better­ of Michigan United Conservation Clubs. ble contribution to Jewish life in Los Angeles. ment of the Nation. This private nonprofit organization was in­ Since 1952, when Harvey joined the AOL's Over a million Americans have died during corporated in Michigan in 1986. Outdoors For­ Pacific Southwest regional staff as director of our country's armed conflicts, and we can ex­ ever strives to promote enjoyment of outdoor civil rights and factfinding, he has been a pect that future Americans will again be called recreation, especially hunting, fishing, and vocal and public opponent of anti-Semitism in to duty. shooting sports. The members of this organi­ all its forms. Harvey's reputation for being ag­ So on Memorial Day, let's reflect on the zation are to be particularly commended for gressive and outspoken reflects his position sacrifices that others have made for our de­ trying to make these activities accessible to with the Jewish community. His job was not mocracy, and for the freedoms spreading all. for the timid. across the globe. On this day we are not only I want to pay particular tribute to Don After spending 8 years with the Pacific remembering our dead, we are celebrating Basee, the president of Outdoors Forever, for Southwest region, Harvey was appointed their legacy. his skillful and dedicated leadership of an ex­ Western States director, which required that We are celebrating the Democratic countries cellent group. he supervise the AOL's investigative and civil in the world which would have still suffered Outdoors Forever promotes activities that rights activities in the Western United States. under the shadow of dictatorships if it were are inclusive. People who use wheelchairs, Twelve years later, he was named Western not for our troops. We are celebrating the canes, crutches, or other assistive devices, States director, becoming the supervisor of wealth and freedoms of our country which are along with the elderly and others with invisible AOL activities throughout the West. Since direct results of their sacrifices. We celebrate handicaps can all join in. This inclusion has 11978 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 helped to educate the general public about the and elsewhere, the attitudes, work ethic, and School, Laura Mango, Hicksville High abilities of handicapped individuals, and en­ abilities necessary for them to succeed at School, and Elaine Chow, Hicksville High couraged handicapped people to fully enjoy whatever endeavors they choose to pursue. School. the outdoors. The breaking down of attitudinal With its strong programs in computer sciences In addition to the participants, I want to pay barriers has been tremendous to see as peo­ and athletics, Lawrence continues to be a tribute, recognize, and extend my sincere ple can look at each other just as people, not leader in innovative education. In addition, thanks to those whose hard work made the as people with differences. unique programming such as Winterim and competition such a success. Dr. Grace Shen Outdoors Forever is holding a free fishing Lawrence II continue to distinguish Lawrence and Rona Epstein of the Long Island Arts weekend in Oscoda, Ml. As the organization's Academy from all other private schools. Council were a tremendous help to me and major event and fundraiser, it now attracts Today, 200 years later, Lawrence Academy my staff as the cosponsors of the event. Their more sponsors than it can handle. Every sin­ continues to offer its services and facilities hard work and sense of commitment were gle one of these sponsors is most appre­ whenever possible to the town of Groton. Law­ truly inspiring. I also want to recognize the ciated. The activities sponsored by Outdoors rence Academy has realized that it is not a very distinguished panel of judges, Tony Shen Forever deserve to be duplicated throughout separate entity from the community, and in of Lynbrook, Paul Wood of Port Washington the State of Michigan and the Nation. spite of its tax exempt status it now budgets and Mary Westring of Freeport. They were annually to help pay its share of expenses to faced with the difficult task of evaluating the the town. entries and, I am very pleased to say, did a SENIOR CHIEF ROBERT STARITA Mr. Speaker, I would like to salute the insti­ truly magnificent job. Each of these civic-mind­ HONORED UPON RETIREMENT tution, the staff, students, and alumni as they ed individuals has earned the thanks of the celebrate the school's bicentennial. I am par­ people of the Third District. HON. DICK SWE'IT ticularly familiar with this institution's success Finally, I want to thank my hard working dis­ OF NEW HAMPSHIRE and educational quality as I have a Lawrence trict office staff. In a very short period of time, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Academy graduate as part of my Washington, they were able to put together a very success­ DC staff. For this I am proud to rise today to ful and worthwhile cultural event that for the Thursday, May 27, 1993 congratulate the many people who have made first time has linked together the communities Mr. SWETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the Lawrence Academy in Groton an outstand­ of the Third District. A special thanks is owed pay tribute to Senior Chief Robert Starita. ing institution. to my senior staffers Randy Yunker and Craig Senior Chief Starita has served our Nation in Mollo as well as Anne Kelly, Peggy Donovan, the U.S. Navy since 1965. He has been a stal­ and Jim Hennessy. Mr. Speaker, I know that wart supporter of the Navy and the Naval Re­ FIRST ANNUAL STUDENT ART I am very fortunate to have such dedicated serves. In June 1993, Senior Chief Starita will COMPETITION A GREAT SUCCESS people on my team and at work for the people be retiring from active duty. Mr. Speaker, I ask in my district. you to join me in honoring this man whose life HON. PETER T. KING has touched so many others. OF NEW YORK DR. STEPHANIE M.G. WRIGHT: AN Senior Chief Starita enlisted in the Navy in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES June 1965. Since then he has served at duty INNOVATOR IN EDUCATION stations across the country and in Vietnam. Thursday, May 27, 1993 Senior Chief Starita is currently assigned to Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay special HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE the Naval and Marine Corps Reserve Center tribute to the talented and hard working young OF DELAWARE in Manchester, NH. men and women who participated in my First IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Senior Chief Starita has received many per­ Annual Student Art Competition on May 1, sonal and military awards throughout his ca­ 1993. The exceptional art work submitted by Thursday, May 27, 1993 reer of service. He has spent years developing 21 students from high schools across Nassau Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, I ask my col­ his own skills and teaching others how to use County, NY impressed me and a very distin­ leagues to join me in acknowledging the fine their skills for the betterment of the country. guished panel of judges. work of Dr. Stephanie M.G. Wright of Dela­ Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me The Third District competition was held in ware. in paying tribute to Senior Chief Robert conjunction with "An Artistic Discovery," the Aerospace education is an essential learn­ Starita. It is only fitting to honor Senior Chief nationwide arts program sponsored by the ing element to advance our national scientific Starita at the end of such a distinguished ca­ Congressional Arts Caucus. I am very proud interests. Our elementary and secondary reer of military service. to be an active member of the Arts Caucus schools must introduce and conduct these and to support its mission of promoting the programs. arts and encouraging the creative talents of Over the past 5 years, Dr. Stephanie M.G. RECOGNITION OF THE BICENTEN­ young Americans. Wright has developed, introduced and con­ NIAL OF THE LAWRENCE ACAD­ Mr. Speaker, I am very proud to report to ducted aerospace education activities for EMY IN THE TOWN OF GROTON my colleagues in the House of Representa­ schools throughout the State of Delaware. tives the results of the Third District's art com­ Dr. Wright has over 24 years of experience HON. MARTIN T. MEEHAN petition: in education. A Phi Beta Kappa and listed in OF MASSACHUSETTS Winner: Jenny Shin, Syosset High School. Who's Who in American Education, Dr. Wright IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Runners-up: Edwin Graham, Long Beach has made more than 280 presentations in the High School and Danielle Monsess, Hicks­ State of Delaware to students, teachers and Thursday , May 27, 1993 ville High School. the general public about space science and Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleas­ Entrants: Kara Fiorito, East Rockaway technology. ure to rise today in recognition of the Law­ High School, Allyson Verdone, East Rock­ away High School, Jeff Schroeder, Under the direction of Dr. Wright, Delaware rence Academy in Groton, MA, and the Farmingdale High School, Julie Macus, Aerospace Centers have been established in school's celebration honoring the bicentennial Baldwin Senior High School, Dan Loesch, Delaware's three counties-New Castle, Kent, of its opening. Baldwin Senior High School, Tracey Bacher, and Sussex. Centers contain NASA, FAA, Lawrence Academy has been a strong Baldwin Senior High School, Sharon Hoff­ Civil Air Patrol, and Air Force materials for our member of the community for the past 200 man, Oyster Bay High School, Dorothy State's educators. years, and I know it will continue that tradition Moore, Oyster Bay High School, Cheryl Im, Working out of the Aerospace Center in far into the future. When Lawrence Academy MacArthur High School, Rebecca Gillman, New Castle County, Dr. Wright actively spon­ was opened 200 years ago, it gave students Seaford High School, Cara Palermo, Massapequa High School, John Green, Free­ sors the State's Aerospace Academy and a jump on life and it has remained on the port High School, Vanessa Dodard, Freeport other Statewide aerospace activities. leading edge of education ever since. High School, Shelby Colbert, Glen Cove High As one of NASA's space ambassadors, Dr. Lawrence Academy has given boys and School, Diana Costantino, Glen Cove High Wright was the first Delaware recipient of the girls within the Fifth Congressional District, School, David Chopard, Glen Cove High Christa McAuliffe fellowship from the U.S. De- May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11979 partment of Education in 1987. In addition to bring a wealth of experience, knowledge and "best value", "multiple award schedule", her State position as director of aerospace fresh ideas to any congressional debate on and "best and final offer". A few months ago, education, Dr. Wright is currently the president the Federal Government's utilization of in­ I told Edith Herman of Federal Computer formation technology. Week that I felt like "a Strasbourg goose. and director of the Delaware Aerospace Edu­ Add to the mix significant changes in a They just keep stuffing it in." cation Foundation; a member of the National number of key committee positions. Prob­ But the more time I spend learning about Teacher's Association, U.S. Space Founda­ ably the most significant is the change at procurement, the more I find myself coming tion, an honorary lifetime member of the Chal­ the House Armed Services Committee where back to Ronald Reagan's oft-repeated dic­ lenger Center and State vice president of the Ron Dell urns of California replaces the new tum, "Government is too big and costs too Air Force Association of Delaware. Secretary of Defense, Les Aspin. In playing a much!" He was right 12-years ago and he is A member of the board of directors of key role in shaping the size and responsibil­ still right today. ities of a post-Cold War American military, If there is any doubt, take a look at the science alliance, Dr. Wright was most recently budget Congress passed earlier this year. recognized by women in aerospace, a national Chairman Dellums will at the same time be shaping the way the Pentagon buys and uti­ That budget will increase government out­ professional society. She has also been in­ lizes information technology. He will be lays from $1.47 trillion in 1993 to $1.68 trillion ducted into the University of Delaware's Alum­ joined in that effort by the 17 new House in 1997, to $1.75 trillion in 1998. If you who ni Hall of Fame. Members who are serving on his committee. don't think government costs too much now, Over the past 2 years, Dr. Wright's latest in­ Combine the new faces in Congress with stick around another five years when outlays novation has been the introduction, through the new faces in the Administration and will go up $280 billion. If we are going to reverse that trend, make teachers in 30 selected classrooms, of a vi­ again, you come up with new directions. Starting with the Clinton/Gore position government more efficient and cost-effec­ sion of exploration program sponsored by tive, then three things must be done: Gannet's The News Journal newspaper and paper, "Technology for America's Economic First, we need to improve the planning Growth, A New Direction to Build Economic the Air Force Association's Aerospace Edu­ process used to decide how tax dollars are Strength", the administration is striving to spent. Key is the establishment of an invest­ cation Foundation. communicate a message of new direction Residing in Bear, DE, with her husband ment or capital budget to give when it comes to using technology to ad­ decisionmakers a comprehensive picture of Brian, and sons Harry and Henry, Dr. Wright dress America's problems. has met the aerospace education challenge investment programs across agency and pro­ Some of the President's appointments are gram lines. Despite the billions we spend with vigor, keen interest, leadership, and further evidence of at least the intention to each year on capital investments, the gov­ untiring devotion. Her innovative projects have move the Executive Branch in new direc­ ernment has neither an overall policy-mak­ fulfilled a vital role in aerospace education in tions. In selecting Roger Johnson to head ing process nor a government-wide analysis the State of Delaware. the General Services Administration the of information to support investment policy­ President gave notice that he intended to making. Establishing a capital or invest­ Dr. Wright's efforts are an example of the move away from GSA's traditional emphasis tremendous contribution individuals can make on real estate and property management. In ment budget will ultimately improve the to improving education in this Nation. I ask my appointing John Rollwagen to Commerce's likelihood that Federal investments in infor­ colleagues to join me in saluting Dr. Wright for top technology job, the President gave no­ mation technology will be adequately fund­ ed. her work. tice of a new emphasis at Commerce. Now we Second, agencies, departments and pro­ need to get Johnson on board at GSA and a grams must be held accountable for produc­ replacement needs to be found for Rollwagen ing results. We have to stop measuring suc­ NEW DIRECTIONS who withdrew from consideration. cess by inputs-how much money was As Federal Computer Week noted in its spent-and begin measuring a program's suc­ May 10 issue, the confirmation of Sally cess by outputs-what measurable result did HON. WllllAM F. CLINGER, JR. Katzen as the head of the Office of Informa­ OF PENNSYLVANIA we get for the money spent. I am pleased to tion and Regulatory Affairs (OIRA) report that last night, the House passed a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES "couldn't come too soon". The newspaper ''performance-based budget'' bill introduced Thursday, May 27, 1993 concluded that "an administration that by Chairman John Conyers, Congressman places such a high value on technology needs Mr. CLINGER. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, Joe McDade and myself, that will move us a regulatory base in place before it can build down the road to judging agencies by per­ had the pleasure of addressing a procurement its information infrastructure." I couldn't formance. Holding agencies accountable for cont erence attended by nearly 350 govern­ agree more. producing results will inevitably strengthen ment and industry executives involved with the But it is not all new faces around Washing­ their resolve to make use of the benefits de­ Federal Government's management and utili­ ton's IRM offices. In fact, many of the men rived from the wise use of information tech­ zation of information resources. It is clear that and women who will be addressing the con­ nology. ference later today, continue to serve in key Third, and the point most relevant to to­ the wise application of information technology positions in the Executive Branch. These are is absolutely critical to the Federal Govern­ day's discussion, Members of Congress, con­ many of the same people who helped forge gressional staff, contract officers, Inspectors ment's ability to adequately address the myr­ the Federal Government's initial efforts in General and the General Accounting Office iad of problems facing our Nation. The Federal the use of information technology, and who must stop making the procurement process Sources Outlook '94 Conference provided an will help lead future efforts in new direc­ the goal. The efficient delivery of services important forum for the exchange of ideas, tions. and benefits must be the goal. There must be knowledge, and information on the Govern­ But there is one other change on Capitol a procurement process that allows agencies ment's use of information technology. Hill that I should probably mention. It is be­ and departments to acquire what is needed cause of that change that I am here today. to efficiently deliver services and benefits. Reprinted below is a copy of my address to For the past nineteen years, Congressman the conference. We need to move toward the same kind of Frank Horton served as the Ranking Repub­ mind-set reflected in GSA's "Service to the NEW DIRECTIONS-A PROCUREMENT PROCESS lican on the Committee on Government Op­ Citizens" task force. Like the task force, we THAT SERVES THE CITIZENS erations. For most of those years, Frank need to look for ways to use technology to The theme for this year's Outlook Con­ teamed with the former-chairman of the provide better service to citizens-to give ference could not be more appropriate-"New committee, Jack Brooks, in writing, passing citizens easier and better access to services Directions." When you see all the new faces and overseeing the implementation of many and information-to make it easier to obtain in Washington you can't help but conclude of the procurement laws now in force. Last retirement benefits, business loans, mort­ iJ:iat the Federal Government may be headed summer, Frank decided that 32-years in Con­ gages. in some new directions when it comes to in­ gress were enough and that it was time to At the same time, we need to move away formation technology. pursue other interests. In December, my Re­ from a mind-set that gives us a Multiple You can start with Congress. One-hundred publican colleagues chose me to succeed Award Schedule game of chicken between and·ten new Members of the House. One-hun­ Frank as the committee's Ranking Repub­ the General Services Administration and the dred and ten individuals with diverse back­ lican. nation's software vendors. "Users Are Los­ grounds and experiences. Many of whom are I am now in my 15th year on the Govern­ ers" read one newspaper headline, as the coming to Congress with hands-on experi­ ment Operations Committee. But when it government's computer users found another ence using information technology in their comes to the complexities of procurement obstacle confronting them as they tried to previous lives as teachers, small-business policy, I feel like a freshman Member. My serve the public. That is just not acceptable. owners, state legislators, or community staff, agency officials, industry representa­ Many of you have probably read portions leaders. These new members are going to tives and others have bombarded me with of the Section 800 Panel's report on Stream- 11980 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 lining Defense Acquisition Law. The report While I support these changes, I cannot would be to use staff of nonprofit organiza­ cites one of the most vivid examples of a pro­ help but feel that we are still tinkering. We tions who work with the poor. Many of these curement system that ignores the customer. are still playing around the edges of a sys­ people already are very knowledgeable about During the Gulf War, the U.S. Army placed tem that does not go far enough in encourag­ an emergency order for 6,000 commercial ing the use of commercial products, that dis­ the program and have the trust of potential radio receivers. But no responsible procure­ courages the government-industry partner­ SSI recipients. If they aided people in filling ment official could be found who would ship needed to identify solutions to complex out the forms and collected the necessary waive the requirement for the company to problems, and that values the status quo documentation, they would cut down on the certify that the Army was being offered the over innovation. time overworked SSA staff would have to lowest available price. Since the radio was We have the opportunity to make real spend with the potential SSI applicants. In re­ widely marketed and any misstatement change in the way the government buys its turn for the time spent by staff, the nonprofit might constitute a felony, no company offi­ goods and services. The Section 800 Panel's would receive a fixed amount of money for cial would make this certification. The im­ recommendations go a long way toward this passe was resolved only when the Japanese change. But with the multiple goals, mul­ each person that turned out to be eligible for Government bought the radios without a tiple agendas, and the competing political the SSI Program. This idea is the basis for the price certification, donated them to the U.S. interests of all the people involved, it's hard legislation I am introducing today. My bill cre­ Army, and credited the purchase against Ja­ to imagine that anything significant will ac­ ates two demonstration projects, one in a poor pan's financial contribution to Operation tually happen. Of course, that doesn't mean urban area and one in a poor rural area, to Desert Storm. Again, the procurement proc­ we shouldn't keep trying to bring sense to a test this idea. ess was the goal. The delivery of service to procurement system that's out of control. the customer, the U.S. Army, came second. The problems we face are not new. In 1841, What are the prospects of reform during one of the predecessor committees to the PATRICK DALY HONORED the 103d Congress? Will Congress and the new Government Operations Committee studied administration have the will to do more than whether accepting lowest price bids provided simply tinker around the edges? I have my the greatest benefits to the government. HON. NYDIA M. VEl.AzQUFZ doubts. That sounds a lot like the "best value" de­ OF NEW YORK Procurement reform is already splintered bate that is currently underway. If we are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on Capitol Hill: going to succeed in making real change in Thursday, May 27, 1993 We have a modest bill in the House that is the way government acquires, manages and receiving lukewarm support. There is no in­ utilizes goods and services, we are going to Ms. VELAzQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise this dication that the bill will be accepted in the have to find a way to get past issues debated evening to honor the memory of Patrick Daly, Senate. since the 1840's. former principal of P.S. 15 in the Red Hook John Glenn has introduced four separate I hope that my colleague&--both majority Section of Brooklyn, who devoted 24 years of procurement bills in the Senate, and accord­ and minority, and in both the House and his life to improving the lives of the children of ing to the latest information, intends to Senate-will join with me in an effort to get New York. defer action until the administration can get our collective arms around this problem. During his lifetime, Mr. Daly was one of the its team in place. Even if the measures are Only then can we except to change the mind­ reported by the Senate, Chairman Conyers set that places process over results, and city's greatest unsung heroes. His tragic has given no indication that he would act fa­ therefore, effect real procurement reform. death, another fatality of the drug war, leaves vorably on the four bills. an enormous void in our community and this The effort to elevate EPA to cabinet status Nation. Patrick Daly made a difference in a has been muddied by the inclusion of govern­ SSI OUTREACH community plagued by poverty and violence. ment-wide procurement language, opposed He always went the extra mile for the people by industry and the bipartisan leadership of PETE STARK who comprised his extended family-his stu­ the Armed Services Committee. The Admin­ HON. FORTNEY dents, their parents, and the school's faculty. istration has its own version of this lan­ OF CALIFORNIA Because of his vision, many of his students guage. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Meanwhile: Congressional staff are pouring continue to pursue the American dream, in­ over the Section 800 Panel's report; the Ad­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 stead of a life on the streets. Sadly, it was this ministration is emersed in its National Per­ Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, The Supplemental commitment and vision, combined with his formance Review; and the Defense Depart­ Security Income [SSI] Program was begun to sensitivity that led to Mr. Daly's death as he ment is involved in its own comprehensive roamed the streets in search of one of his stu­ effort on procurement reform, including a provide a safety net for our country's poor, el­ derly, blind, and disabled people. dents who had left the school building earlier Defense Science Board Task Force to under­ that day due to an altercation with another stu­ take a three-month study of the acquisition Over the years I have followed the outreach process. efforts of the Social Security Administration dent. How this will play out is anyone's guess. [SSA] to inform potentially eligible people Mr. Speaker, it is fitting that we pause in our Each of these initiatives has a certain about the SSI Program. The SSA staff deliberations to pay tribute to this fallen hero. amount of merit. The incremental procure­ downsizing during the Reagan administration This evening, P.S. 15 will be renamed the Pat­ ment reforms contained in the House bill and curtailed most previous SSI outreach efforts of rick Daly School. I join the Red Hook commu­ the four Glenn bills are a step in the right di­ the agency. About the same time, various nity, not only to honor the work and dedication rection. In fact, the House bill contains of Mr. Daly, but to hope that his dreams of many of the provisions contained in the four studies conducted to evaluate the SSI pro­ gram concluded that up to 50 percent of those better education and a better future can live Glenn bills: A three-year GSA authorization; on in this building which now bears his name. requirements for detailed post-award brief­ eligible to receive benefits were not receiving ings; clarification of the fact that GAO cost them. This led Congress to make funds avail­ awards are recommendations only; and able to the SSA in fiscal year 1990 and 1991 CONGRESSMAN KILDEE CELE- amendments to the Competition in Contract­ to fund SSI outreach projects. ing Act impacting " best value" contracts. BRATES LAMBERT-STRAHAM A number of outreach programs designed FAMILY REUNION However, the House bill differs from the and carried out by local governments and non­ four Glenn bills in a number of areas: It in­ creases the threshold for agency requests for profit organizations have been funded by HON. DALE E. Kil.DEE these appropriated funds. These programs contractor cost or pricing data from $100,000 OF MICHIGAN have the potential of helping the SSA staff and to $500,000, thereby decreasing paperwork IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES burden on industry; it requires an agency to other interested people learn what the most grant an exemption for cost and pricing data effective means of letting people know about Thursday, May 27, 1993 where there is adequate price competition; the program are and how to assist them Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and it increases the small purchase threshold through the cumbersome process. The results urge my colleagues in the House of Rep­ from $25,000 to $50,000. Agencies could in­ crease the threshold up to $100,000 once the of these outreach efforts are yet to be made resentatives to join me in recognizing the agency implements an electronic data inter­ available. Lambert-Straham family reunion. On June 18, change system to provide prospective bidders For some time I have thought that one of 19, and 20, 1993, this accomplished family will with improved access to information on pro­ the quickest and most economical ways of come together for the first time in my home­ curements. signing eligible people up for the SSI Program town, Flint, Ml. May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11981 The union of George Washington Lambert, While becoming one of California's most ef­ ous reservations about the direct student loan Jr., and Elvira Seay Lambert began in Warren, fective legislators, Assemblywoman Speier program authorized by the bill. Rather than AR, and bore nine children. Mr. Lambert was has remained dedicated to her family. She jumping headfirst into an unproven venture, I employed at a sawmill for 30 years, while Mrs. works hard on behalf of all Californians, but believe the more proven course is one em­ Lambert maintained a household filled with her husband, Dr. Steve Sierra, and 4-year-old bodied in H.R. 2219, of which I am a cospon­ love and warmth. As active and dedicated son, Jackson, will always be her first priority. sor. This bill would allow the direct loan pilot members of Bethel AME Church in Arkansas, Mr. Speaker, Assemblywoman Jackie program established last year to run its course the family was educated to the value of to­ Speier is truly an outstanding citizen. I am and find the $4.3 billion in savings by reform­ getherness. privileged that she is one of my dearest ing the existing guaranteed student loan sys­ The family learned discipline, hospitality, friends and proud to pay tribute to her today. tem. I believe we can achieve the required and the love of God very early on in life. Tuna savings within the existing student loan frame­ sandwiches and Kool-aid on Saturdays and work-specifically by eliminating more-than­ rice ~nd gravy complete with steak or sausage COL. EDWARD P. CLEMENTS competitive returns to loan providers and on Sundays are just a few of the many tradi­ HONORED servicers. tions the Lamberts will be reminiscing about The administration's program has good in­ with pleasure. HON. BARBARA F. VUCANOVICH tentions, but I have serious doubts about the The dedication of their parents is evident by OF NEVADA viability of this proposal. To begin with, I am the success of the children. Bessie Lambert IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not certain the savings will ever be realized Straham, the eighth child, is the first female when you consider the long-term economic Thursday, May 27, 1993 high school principal in the Flint Community picture. Additionally, the failure of the FISL Schools. The remaining children, Margaret Mrs. VUCANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise program places the ability of the Department Nunley of Milwaukee; Bereatha Jamison of today to congratulate Col. Edward P. of Education to run a much more extensive Monticello, AR; Charles Lambert of Chicago; Clements, vice commander of the U.S. Air program in question. Otis Lambert of San Diego; and Arthur Ray Force Tactical Fighter Weapons Center, Nellis It all boils down to this: We must walk first Lambert of Little Rock live on to carry the very Air Force Base, NV, on his retirement, Thurs­ before we can run, and Government is no ex­ powerful legacy of George and Elvira Lambert. day, May 27, 1993. ception. When this proposal was debated last The reunion will not be without sorrow, how­ Graduating from the University of Arkansas year, Congress decided to implement a pilot ever, for Robert, Ollie, and George Ill are in 1967, he earned a bachelor of science de­ program to see if it can work. We should see completing their work with the Lord. gree in industrial engineering. He completed this through, and then work toward full imple­ Mr. Speaker, without a doubt this remark­ Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps the mentation if the desired results are obtained. able family will be reminiscing and remember­ same year, furthering his training through As a member of the Budget Committee, I real­ ing their happy childhood at their long-awaited Squadron Officer School in 1972, Air Com­ ize that savings must be found in all functions reunion. Being born to the same parents mand Staff College in 1979, and the Industrial of the budget. However, budget caps do not makes you relatives. Love and loyalty make College of Armed Forces in 1988. Also in require us to make hasty decisions with huge you a family. 1988, he completed a master's degree in pub­ implications when savings can be found else­ lic administration. where. Our alternative to direct lending, H.R. Between the years of 1967 and 1970, he 2219, would meet the target of $4.3 billion in CALIFORNIA ASSEMBLYWOMAN earned command pilot wings, flying 3,500 savings by cutting excess profits. JACKIE SPEIER HONORED hours, as well as 268 hours of combat in Viet­ It is my hope that although this provision nam and Thailand. In 1975, Colonel Clements has passed the House, the Senate will reject HON. ANNA G. FSHOO began test piloting the F-15, and by 1977, he direct lending and prevail in conference. OF CALIFORNIA was selected as one of the initial instructors IN THE HOUSE·OF REPRESENTATIVES for the F-15 Fighter Weapons School at Nellis Air Force Base, NV. He moved to head­ AND THEY CALLED GEORGE BUSH Thursday, May 27, 1993 quarters, Langley Air Force Base, VA, in 1981, A LIAR Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, the San Mateo where he became Fighter Operations Director, unit of the American Cancer Society is · honor­ Weapons and Tactics Division. Returning to HON. HELEN DEUCH BENTLEY ing California Assemblywoman Jackie Speier Nellis for 2 years, he commanded the 422d OF MARYLAND on Friday, June 4, 1993. On this occasion, I Test and Evaluation Squadron. In 1990, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rise today to join the Cancer Society in paying began his current position. tribute to this remarkable woman. This well-decorated officer was promoted to Thursday, May 27, 1993 I had the pleasure of serving on the San the rank of colonel in 1985. He has been Mrs. BENTLEY. Mr. Speaker, last fall during Mateo County Board of Supervisors with awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross with the Presidential debates, George Bush told Assemblywoman Speier at a time when there one oak leaf cluster, the Air Medal with nine the American people-point blank-that if the were few women elected officials. During her oak leaf clusters, the Joint Service Com­ Governor from Arkansas wanted to finance his tenure on the board of supervisors and mendation Medal and the Republic of Vietnam grandiose programs, he would have to go all throughout her career in public service Gallantry Cross. the way down to the $36,000 income bracket Assemblywoman Speier has shown tremen­ It is with great pleasure that I commend in order to do it. The Clinton forces called dous personal and professional courage. She Colonel Clements as he concludes a most dis­ President Bush a liar. has taken on weighty issues, scored impres­ tinguished career. His contribution to his coun­ Well, here we are-4 months into Bill Clin­ sive legislative victories, and been a model of try has been great, and I wish him well in the ton's Presidency-and surprise, surprise, courageous leadership. future. guess who is about to be taken to the clean­ A strong advocate of health care reform, ers. The senior citizens, of course. A single re­ she has been an unwavering advocate of tiree who has worked hard to save a few dol­ women's health issues. She fought to limit CLARIFICATION OF VOTE lars for retirement, now is going to be forced doctor's referrals of patients to facilities they to carry the load. If the retiree receives more own and worked to improve the quality of HON. EARL POMEROY than $25,000 a year in benefits-the tax rate medical care by attempting to limit the hours OF NORTH DAKOTA is going to go from 50 percent to 85 percent per day worked by medical residents and in­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on anything over that original $25,000. The terns. She has also addressed issues of drug same thing applies for retired couples who are safety and access, including controls of valium Thursday, May 27, 1993 unlucky enough to have benefits above the and halcion, and access to RU486 and cur­ Mr. POMEROY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to make $32,000 mark. rently is working to strengthen laws to protect a point of clarification on my vote on the Rec­ The White House keeps saying that they emergency room workers from violence in onciliation bill. I voted for the bill. However, I want to go after wealthy senior citizens. What their workplace. do wish the record to reflect that I have seri- are they talking about? Sadly, the retired cou- 11982 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 pie who receives $32,000 will be taxed, while tries with high wages, strong consumer pur­ view, linking our economy with Europe de­ their wealthier married children, who might chasing power and high standards of living. feats this purpose. make a combined income of $70,000-would It also would enable American workers to It's time for President Clinton and the con­ not have any additional income taxes levied benefit from a European Social Charter that gressional leadership to look at shaping a sets standards on vocational training, equal new kind of NAFTA-a North Atlantic Free against them because the new top rate would pay for equal work, freedom of association Trade Agreement-that would put us on an not kick in until the $140,000 level is reached. and the right to collective bargaining. In­ upward path of hope and progress rather Mr. Speaker, let's not clip our seniors any stead of setting off a cutthroat competition than on a downward spiral of exploitation more. with Mexico's underpaid workers, a North and folly. Atlantic Free Trade Agreement with Europe would create a rational trading partnership A TRADE MARRIAGE MADE IN with countries where workers enjoy a simi­ HONORING GEORGE M. MATHIEU HEAVEN lar living standard. It would cement a trading relationship that also could ease and open up mutually HON. STENY H. HOYER HON. MARCY KAPTUR beneficial investment within the world's OF MARYLAND OF OHIO largest bloc of capital. A new Atlantic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF .REPRESENTATIVES NAFTA could resolve escalating U.S.-Euro­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 Thursday, May 27, 1993 pean trade tensions by opening up markets for American farmers, could lead to coopera­ Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, when represent­ tive relationships designed to improve high­ pay tribute to a distinguished civil servant, atives of the last administration negotiated the tech industries and could help reverse a proc­ George M. Mathieu, of Bowie, MD, who is re­ North American Free-Trade Agreement with ess of deindustrialization that has brought tiring at the end of May after more than a half Canada and Mexico, they lost sight of their the number of high-paying manufacturing century of service to his country, the last 36 real task, increasing standards of living for the jobs down to only 16.8 percent of our work force. years with the Federal Aviation Administration citizens of our continent. The result is a docu­ A North Atlantic Free Trade bloc would and its predecessor agency, the Civil Aero­ ment that is critically flawed. have the clout with which to negotiate bal­ nautics Administration. It is my hope that the present administration anced trade with Japan and China. For ex­ Such a long career is remarkable in its own will fix NAFTA's shortcomings, either through ample, American steel and auto workers right these days, but what distinguishes Mr. supplemental agreements or through renegoti­ would be glad to see our country adopt Eu­ Mathieu is that he still has the same fresh en­ ation. And to guide their work, I suggest they rope's industrial and trade policies, wliich in­ thusiasm and zest for his job as he did start­ heed the insightful comments of Lane clude limits on Japanese and Asian steel im­ ing out in 1941 as a writer and director of the Kirkland, president of the AFL-CIO, in the ports and tough quotas on Japanese auto im­ ports. Navy's photographic science lab, working on Washington Post. As for Mexican workers, they would fare technical films. One of the reasons for his con­ Mr. Kirkland has proposed that as a precur­ much better if Mexico were eventually tinued enthusiasm is that Mr. Mathieu has sor to integrating our economy with Mexico's, brought into a North Atlantic trade agree­ been able to combine a passionate personal we integrate with Europe. Not only would this ment than they would under the current plan interest in photography and aviation with a create a much larger market than integration for a North American pact. For example, professional career. Much of his career has with Mexico, but our high standard of living while the current version of NAFTA would been taken up with one or both of these pur­ would be reinforced by Europe's, rather than have a depressing effect on U.S. jobs and suits. Before joining the CAA, for example, he markets, Mexican workers would benefit being dragged down by Mexico's poorer econ­ had a brief stint during World War II working omy and undemocratic political system. from a stronger U.S. economy that would re­ sult from the new North Atlantic bloc. They with Walter Cronkite on films showing Ameri­ Mr. Kirkland has breathed fresh air into the would also have a chance to improve their ca's air power in the fight against fascism. stale, narrowly-drawn trade policies which own fortunes under the North Atlantic bloc's Now, as senior media communications spe­ have gotten our country into so much trouble. Social Charter, rather than having to face cialist at FAA headquarters, Mr. Mathieu de­ I ask unanimous consent that Mr. Kirkland's the prospect of ever-lower wages and condi­ signs and produces exhibits on various avia­ article be entered in the CONGRESSIONAL tions under a NAFTA that has no effective or tion topics. Four years ago, for example, he RECORD. enforceable standards. designed a lowcost, table-topic exhibit, inex­ [The Washington Post, May 19, 1993) Real free traders wouldn't object. After all, what free trader would oppose creating a pensive to produce and ship, and easy to as­ A TRADE MARRIAGE MADE IN HEAVEN trade zone for one-half the world's GNP? semble. Scores of these exhibits are now on (By Lane Kirkland) Such an agreement would also deserve the display at airshows, pilot conventions, and President Clinton is in a quandary over his support of workers and their unions both training clinics throughout the United States predecessor's North American Free Trade here and in Europe-as long as the Social and abroad, providing safety tips on subjects Agreement. While hoping to make NAFTA Charter continues to be part of the deal. And ranging from avoiding runway incursions to more palatable to its critics by negotiating European leaders, confronting several years showing pilots how and where to get a proper " side agreements" on labor and environ­ of low growth-much like our own- could en­ preflight weather briefing. dorse a new NAFTA as a means of breathing mental standards, he also knows that any Among his many other talents, Mr. Mathieu truly effective and enforceable standards life into sluggish economies. will be labeled " protectionist" by business The new NAFTA would anchor the U.S. in is fluent in French-having spent summers as supporters and will cause them to jump ship. Europe in the post-Cold War era, acting as a a youth with his grandparents in Lyon-and Fortunately, there is a way out-a credible compelling antidote for isolationist voices occasionally has been called upon to pinchhit alternative that will expand America's trade that have been a persistent and dangerous as a translator for the FAA. It was his French opportunities without forcing down the undercurrent in American political life. Per­ grandfather, a photographer, who instilled in wages and working conditions of U.S. and manent U.S. cooperation with Europe-eco­ him a lifelong interest in photography. Canadian workers. nomic rather than military-would help en­ In the final analysis, though, it is not his var­ Instead of trying to fix a North American sure that continent of America's longstand­ Free Trade Agreement, the administration ing commitment to a region that has been at ied talents, but a keen sense of public service should boldly propose a North Atlantic Free the center of two world wars. A North Atlan­ that has been the hallmark of Mr. Mathieu's Trade Agreement. tic Free Trade Agreement would reinforce career. His colleagues who have worked with A NAFTA negotiated with the 12 nations of the common democratic values that are at him for many years attesMo his unfailing cour­ the $6 trillion European Economic Commu­ the root of the NATO political-military alli­ tesy and kindness to them and the thousands nity would link the U.S. and Canada to a ance. of citizens who called upon him over the years trading bloc accounting for $13 trillion in So why has no one proposed this already? for assistance. He always was able to find gross domestic product. It would create a The answer is simple. The financial elites time to take care of their needs, no matter single market of more than 600 million con­ pushing the current NAFTA aren't really in­ sumers. terested in uplifting living standards in ei­ how busy he happened to be at the time. Unlike a NAFTA agreement with Mexico, a ther Mexico or the United States but in I am proud to represent Mr. Mathieu in Con­ North Atlantic Free Trade Agreement with making a quick profit by exploiting Mexico's gress, and it is a privilege for me to honor him Europe would benefit-not harm- U.S. and low wages and poor enforcement of environ­ in this small way as he brings his Federal ca­ Canadian workers. It would tie us to coun- mental and labor laws. In their short-sighted reer to a close. The people of my State owe May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11983 a debt of gratitude to Mr. Mathieu for his dis­ a wonderful means of livelihood. For these cloths, coats, blankets, sweaters, books, cra­ tinguished service to this country. and others who seek to learn more about our dles, documents, pictures, all that is lying in State, Lanny Creel Virden and Linda Virden, disorder in the apartments, in squares, in and the TV show, "The Outdoorsman" have piles covered by that 'snow' of the period of CONGRESSMAN KILDEE RECOG­ the German mass murder of Jews. become a valuable source of information. "The ghastly silence is cut by revolver NIZES OUT STANDING ACHIEVE­ "The Outdoorsman" has been on the air for MENTS OF LAMBDA RHO ZETA shots, the rattle of machine guns, the clamor almost 9 years and is currently the longest­ of doors broken in and the shattering of fur­ CHAPTER OF ZETA PHI BETA SO­ running commercial outdoor show broadcast in niture, the hoarse cries 'alle juden raus' (all RORITY Michigan. The program is a finely researched Jews out), the macabre march of Jewish vic­ and produced vehicle that seeks to present tims sentenced to death, under the watch of HON. DALE E. KIIDEE Michigan as a place where families can find S.S. officers. Households dead or dying, plenty to do together. It also seeks to present streets full of barbed-wire entanglements, OF MICHIGAN and, above all, the complete absence of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES information that is current for the season and throngs who 2 months ago still crowded the the weather and strives to show how the Thursday, May 27, 1993 main streets of the ghetto. Complete empti­ beauty and the activities of the outdoors in this ness. This is the picture of the Warsaw ghet­ Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you State can be accessible to all. to in September, 1942 . . today to recognize the achievements of the Lanny Virden and Linda Virden are most " A human form sneaking stealthily along Lambda Rho Zeta chapter of Zeta Phi Beta knowledgeable about the ways of the wilder­ the walls, the curb splattered with blood, the Sorority Inc. This remarkable organization is ness and veritable wells of information on the sharp odor of burning, this is the atmosphere celebrating 10 years of service to the youth of secrets and obvious delights of our native of that city of death where, before the fearful 22d of July, close to 370,000 Jews 'lived' in the our community on June 5, 1993, at the Main fields and streams. They are not reclusive. Event Restaurant in the Pontiac Silverdome. shadow of 16 kilometers of wall enclosing the They have access to the research and the rel­ ghetto." Community members will gather to celebrate evant knowledge of others through member­ Listen, listen to their voices " I have no the great works the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has ship in the National Rifle Association, the words with which to picture the life of the performed in the name of womanhood and Michigan Outdoor Writers Association, and the ghetto during those days. All of us looked sisterly love. Outdoor Writers Association of America. I upon ourselves as living corpses, as ghosts The Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has been a bed­ commend them for the exceptional job they who no longer belonged to this world. Our rock of fortitude and support for youth since it do. every thought and every word was about was organized and chartered in 1983. Mr. Speaker, if people are looking for whole­ death. Death seemed to be the only way to Through scholarships and mentoring pro­ escape from the indescribable hell in which some, educational, far-sighted entertainment, we lived." grams, the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority has en­ they need look no further than "The Outdoors­ Tragically, the story of the Jews of Eu­ hanced the cultural, spiritual and educational man." I commend this wonderful program and rope, and especially the Jews of Poland, the development of Pontiac area youth. its creators to our colleagues. largest Jewish community on the continent, The national organization of Zeta Phi Beta was exactly that, a story of death at the Sorority Inc., was established at Howard Uni­ hands of the Nazis and their collaborations versity in 1920. It has sought to foster a sense AMERICAN LIBERTIES MEDALLION during the war. of pride in people of color through selections PRESENTED TO JAN KARSKI But even amidst the killing fields, there of Woman of the Year, Family of the Year, were a few, oh so few, rays of sunshine, one of them, the man we honor this evening. was Man of the Year and Community Service HON. SAM GEJDENSON Jan Karski. Awards. Members have given generously of OF CONNECTICUT It is asked " if a tree falls in the forest and their time, talents and love to make a strong IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES no one hears it. does it make a sound?" and vibrant order. Thursday, May 27, 1993 Similarly, one can ask: " If humanity cries Throughout the years, the local chapter has out in anguish and no one listens, does the grown and expanded under the vision and Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, earlier this pain go unfelt?" dedication of its leaders, Sorors Edna month, at the 87th annual meeting of the Cry out Polish Jews did. Listen to the Metoyer, Willie Aldridge, Brenda Street and American Jewish Committee [AJC], the Amer­ words of the great Yiddish poet, Hay Leivick, whose daughter-in-law, Ida, is here the current leader, Soror Janice Simpson. I ican Liberties Medallion was presented to Jan Karski. Karski is one of the living heroes of the this evening: am truly blessed to have the privilege of serv­ "Unzer Folk vert oisgekoilet, un di velt ing such dedicated individuals in the House of Polish resistance. A Polish diplomat, resist­ kukt zich knit um, tsu dem vay foon unzeren Representatives. ance figure and courier, Karski repeatedly koyless, di gantseh velt bleibt shtoom." Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I ask risked his life to bring word to the West of the "Our people are being slaughtered, and the you and my fellow Members of the 103d Con­ horrors of the Holocaust. He snuck in and out whole world pretends not to know. The whole gress to join me in saluting the Lambda Rho of the Warsaw Ghetto and the death camps to world remains silent to our cries of woe." Zeta chapter of the Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, report the truth of the Nazi annihilation of Pol­ Jan Karski devoted his life, indeed risked his life, so that these cries of woe of Polish Inc. Self evident is their commitment to en­ ish Jewry. Karski, a Polish Catholic, even ac­ companied Vice President Gore to the War­ Jews during World War II would not go un­ hancing the dignity and nurturing the spirits of heard. This courier of courage took to the all people. I am grateful to have the oppor­ saw Ghetto uprising commemoration in Poland world community his eyewitness accounts of tunity to serve as their Congressman and will last month. the systematic extermination of the Jews by continue to look upon them as examples of I am honored to enter the following address the Nazis. Many found his stories of grue­ what all Americans should strive to be. by David Harris, the executive vice president some atrocities hard, even impossible, to be­ of AJC, in which he presented the medallion lieve, but Jan Karski told them and retold to Karski and Karski's moving acceptance them to anyone who would listen. ON THE AIR WITH THE speech into the record. Jan Karski modestly refers to himself as a OUTDOORSMAN "human tape recorder," replaying the mes­ PRESENTATION OF AMERICAN LIBERTIES sages he was asked to deliver. In actuality, MEDALLION TO JAN KARSKI he has been a trumpet; a man who has her­ HON. JAMFS A. BARCIA (By David A. Harris, Executive Vice alded the harsh tones of human indifference President, American Jewish Committee) OF MICHIGAN and cruelty so loudly, that no one can deny Listen, please listen to their voices, their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hearing them, while at the same time per­ pain, their anguish * * * "A coat of snow sonifying the softest melodies that make up Thursday, May 27, 1993 shines and twinkles in the light of the the indomitable spirit and inherent goodness Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, in Michigan the matchless, golden Polish fall. That snow is that mankind can still possess. nothing other than the down feathers of Jew­ Jan Karski, a Cathqlic, was born in Lodz, great outdoors is a source of pleasure during ish bedding left along with all their goods-­ Poland, in 1914. In 1939 he was drafted into all seasons. People come to our State to work chests, trunks, suitcases full of clothing, the Polish army as a second lieutenant. and play. Some find outdoor recreational ac­ pots, pans, plates-by the 300,000 Jews de­ Taken prisoner by the Soviets, he managed tivities a perfect vacation, while for others it is ported eastwards. Abandoned goods: table- to escape and join the Polish underground. 11984 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 In December 1939, he was sent, as one of the parable. As Elie Wiesel puts it, "All nations power. With them I did discuss and they did first couriers, to France, where he briefed under the Nazi domination had victims-mil­ seek my opinion. the new Polish Government-in-exile about lions of them-but all Jews were victims." The Jews asked the Allies to flood Ger­ the situation in occupied Poland. A few Let no nation, no government, no church ap­ many with leaflets telling the population months later, he returned to Poland only to propriate this sacred, this cursed term "Hol­ what their government was doing and asking be sent to France again. But this time his ocaust is Jewish." for pressure on their government to stop the mission failed, and he was arrested by the The Jews were totally helpless. They had destruction of the Jews. Gestapo in Slovakia. He was tortured but did no country of their own, no government, no "Our pilots are of many nationalities. not betray any secrets. Rescued in a daring representatives in the Allied War Councils. They fight to liberate all nations of Europe. action by the Polish underground, he re­ For help, they had to rely on others. And They risk their lives to drop bombs not leaf­ turned to his vital work. He came into con­ those others were sympathetic or unsympa­ lets"-was the answer of the psychological tact with leaders of the Polish Jewish under­ thetic. warfare officials in London. ground. They wanted him to see with his own The Western Allies knew what was happen­ The Jews asked for a public declaration by eyes and thus bear witness to the tragedy ing to the Jews. But in their way strategy the Allied leadership that stopping destruc­ befalling the Jews. He agreed. He was se­ the Jewish Gehenna never meant more than tion of the Jews became a part of the Allied cretly able to enter the Warsaw ghetto a painful, or embarrassing but still a side war strategy. twice. He was also able to enter the extermi­ issue. "Counter-productive"-was the answer in nation camp at Belzec. His eyes saw it all. Keep also in mind my role. During the war London-"Such a declaration would generate Shortly thereafter, he was charged with a I was a nobody. A messenger, a tape re­ resentment of other nations, of the Dutch, mission to London to report to the Polish corder. My role was to report and to answer Belgians, and French. Why only the Jews? Government. Part of that report was to be an questions if I knew the answers. Because I Can you assure us, Karski, that your own account of the attempt to exterminate the never exceeded the role-four times I was people would not resent it? They also suf­ entire Jewish people. sent on secret missions across the Nazi­ fer." From England he went to the United dominated Europe. Some Jews who could escape needed assur­ States where, in August 1943, he personally In October 1942, the Jewish underground ance that they would find a haven in the Al­ reported to President Roosevelt, Cordell leaders picked me up in Warsaw, as their lied countries. They would need visas. Hull, Henry Stimson, Justice Felix Frank­ messenger-just because I was on hand. They "This country is ruled by law. The Con­ furter and other senior U.S. officials and didn't have much luck with me. I was too lit­ gress established national quotas. We cannot leaders of the American Jewish community tle, too insignificant for the enormity of issue visas to people whose names and na­ that which he had witnessed. that mission. tional origins are unknown"-was the an­ Many years after the war's end, Karski, In February 1943, I reported to Lord swer in the Department of State in Washing­ who had since become an American citizen Selbourne-a powerful man. He supervised ton. and a distinguished professor of inter­ all underground resistance in Europe. The As for President Roosevelt-in 1981, John national relations at Georgetown University, Jews asked for hard currency to enable some Pehle, the first director of the American Ref­ was asked if his mission to inform the world of them to leave Poland. Gestapo was cor­ ugee Board said at a press conference: and seek help for the beleaguered Jews had rupted. So were many from the Auswartiges "Karski's mission shocked the President. had any results. he replied: Aznt. They would let those Jews go-for Karski changed American policy from pas­ "As to the Jewish part of my mission, it money. "Impossible. What our people would sivity to an affirmative action overnight." was an obvious failure. Six million Jews died say once they learn that we were subsidizing Was Pehle's statement true or was it an act and no one offered them effective help. Not Hitler?" he answered. of courtesy? I don't know. any nation, not any government, not any He praised me though and encouraged me Fifty years ago the European Jews were church. The help they did receive, heroic to inform as many influential people as pos­ helpless, abandoned and doomed. "Is another help, was provided only by individuals." sible. But he also told me-casually-that Holocaust possible?" ask me sometimes my Jan Karski was one such individual. As during the First World War rumors spread in Jewish students. No. "Is it because humanity Martin Peretz, writing in the current issue Europe that German soldiers were crushing changed?" No. Humanity did not change. We of the New Republic of his own participation Belgian babies' skulls against the walls-just know what happened in Cambodia, or Ethio­ in the recent 50th anniversary commemora­ for fun. "We knew that those rumors were pia, or Somalia. We know what is happening tion in Warsaw of the ghetto uprising, said: not true. But we did nothing to deny them. in Bosnia. But Holocaust? Never. How come? "When Polish President Lech Walesa spoke They were good for the morale of our peo­ Because today, there is Israel. and mentioned that Karski was in our midst, ple," he said. I didn't ask him "Your Lord­ the crowd's sudden hush indicated that the ship, why did you tell me that little story?" people knew they were in the presence of one About that time I also reported to Lord PUBLIC LAND CORPS ACT OF 1993 of those obsessives whose obsessions make Cranborne, a member of the War Cabinet. He him both brave and good." seemed to be a good man-sensitive and com­ HON. BRUCE F. VENTO It is precisely for these obsessions, this re­ passionate. After my report he said: "Mr. markable courage, this lifelong commitment OF MINNESOTA Karski, you are an intelligent man. You real­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to combating evil, this friendship to the Jew­ ize that you brought us impossible messages. ish people that was so manifest in our dark­ So now, tell me what do you think we could Thursday, May 27, 1993 est days and continues to the present time in do?" And I answered: "Your Lordship, I don't the relentless determination to fight anti­ Mr. VENTO. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to know." join with Chairman George Miller of the Natu­ semitism, to promote dialogue and under­ Many European underground resistance or­ standing between his fellow Poles and Jews, ganizations considered as a part of the Allied ral Resources Committee in introducing legis­ and to bear witness, all the more necessary Armed Forces were receiving help. The Jews lation to expand the opportunities for youth at a time when an AJC-commissioned poll had a reputation of no-fighters. There were conservation service on America's national shockingly shows more than 113 of the Amer­ thousands of Jews who were members of parks, forests, wildlife refugees, and other ican people either prepared to deny the re­ those organizations in Poland, Belgium, Hol­ public lands. ality of the holocaust or unsure whether it land, France. However, they concealed their One third of our Nation is Federal or Indian even took place, it is for these extraordinary Jewish identities to avoid double jeopardy. lands. Our parks, forests, wildlife refuges, his­ qualities that the American Jewish commit­ But all the time I was unaware of that. My toric sites, and Indian reservations are experi­ tee is deeply honored to confer its very high­ immediate superior in the Polish Home est award on a true hero of our time, Jan Army, Jerzy Makowiecki, was of Jewish encing overuse, inadequate maintenance, and Karski. stock. But that I learned only after the war. deteriorating infrastructure. The Public Land "Mr. Karski, a man like me talking to a Corps Act would help address these unmet ACCEPTANCE SPEECH OF JAN KARSKI man like you must be totally frank. So I say, environmental and conservation needs while Thank you for your goodness, generosity, I am unable to believe what you told me," giving young people job skills, an appreciation and a precious gift-The American Liberties said Justice Frankfurter after I described of our natural and cultural heritage, and the Medallion. what I saw happening to the Jews. opportunity to pay back college loans or get I am old and no longer strong so the only "What are the reasons that in every coun­ job training through the national service initia­ way I can express my gratitude is to offer try where the Jews reside sooner or later some of my war recollections which, I hope, anti-Semitism emerges?" wondered H.G. tive proposed by President Clinton. will help you to remember what became Wells, the world-famous science fiction writ­ I would like to commend President Clinton known as the Holocaust. er. and Office of National Service Director Eli Remember that what happened to the Jews But in London and, later, in Washington, I Segal for their vision and hard work in shaping during World War II was unique and incom- also met people from the lower echelons of the National Service Trust Act. In the spirit of May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11985 the GI bill and the Peace Corps, national serv­ profit agencies for funding and positions from servation and environmental needs of our na­ ice calls on Americans to meet their obliga­ the National Service Trust Program. Common tional lands while providing meaningful experi­ tions to society in return for assistance in fur­ sense dictates that a federally funded national ences and benefits to our Nation's young. thering educational goals. The national service service effort should allow for some portion of initiative is both an outgrowth and a symbol of the national service effort should allow for the rekindled spirit of citizenship and service some portion of the national service work per­ NATIONAL DOWN'S SYNDROME to the community, and I look forward to its formed to be of benefit to Federal lands which AWARENESS MONTH LEGISLA­ swift enactment by Congress. are managed on behalf of present and future TION INTRODUCED The Public Land Corps Act builds on a long generations of Americans. However, the Pub­ and proud tradition of conservation service on lic Land Corps could also exist outside the HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON Federal lands dating back to President Frank­ confines of the National Service Trust Pro­ OF DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA lin D. Roosevelt's Civilian Conservation Corps. gram. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The CCC enlisted 3 million young Americans The bill also encourages the development of Thursday, May 27, 1993 in a peacetime army to plant trees, fight fires, contracts and cooperative agreements be­ maintain trails, and build shelters in parks and tween Federal agencies and existing State, Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today, I am forests across the United States. More re­ local, and nonprofit youth and conservation pleased to introduce along with my colleague, cently, the Youth Conservation Corps in the corps to carry out projects on Federal lands. Congressman ARTHUR RAVENEL, a joint resolu­ Departments of the Interior and Agriculture This provision would provide service opportu­ tion to recognize the months of October 1993 have provided hundreds of thousands of nities to many young people who may not be and 1994 as National Down's Syndrome young people with skills and experience while participating in the full-fledged National Serv­ Awareness Month. accomplishing valuable conservation work ice Program. The past decade has seen an Each year approximately 5,000 children are worth $1 .50 for every $1 spent. explosion of new State and local conservation born with Down's syndrome in the United While the Public Land Corps Act has its corps. Currently, some 25,000 young people States. Not long ago many children with roots in this rich tradition of conservation serv­ are enrolled in 75 youth service programs in Down's syndrome suffered needlessly be­ ice, it also embodies the most contemporary 27 different States, and this number continues cause of ignorance, prejudice, stereotypes, thinking about national service. All of the pro­ to grow. These State and local conservation and myths about Down's syndrome and con­ visions regarding length of service, edu­ corps provide direct assistance and opportuni­ sequently were faced with formidable obsta­ cational benefits, matching funds, and non­ ties for economically disadvantaged popu­ cles to developing their full potential. Children displacement of the National Service Trust Act lations. Many of these conservation corps are with Down's syndrome now face a much would apply to the Public Land Corps. Like the located near Federal lands and would greatly brighter future because of extraordinary efforts National Service Trust Act, the Public Land benefit from increased opportunities to carry made by individuals and organizations con­ Corps bill employs a nonbureaucratic partner­ out projects on Federal lands. Our bill requires cerned about the challenges faced by children ship approach in terms of its organization and the State, local, or nonprofit organization to with Down's syndrome. Katherine Felicia Nor­ administration. provide a 25 percent match in the form of ton, my daughter, who has Down's syndrome The purpose of the legislation is to g[ve funds or services for the cooperative agree­ and lives with me, is a wonderful person, and greater authority and flexibility for the Sec­ ments authorized under the act. the enlightened and caring services available retaries of the Interior and Agriculture to both The Public Land Corps Act has a long legis­ here in the District of Columbia deserve some participate in the National Service Program lative history dating back to the early 1980's, of the credit. and to increase conservation service opportu­ when then Congressman John Seiberling in­ The National Down's Syndrome Society has nities on Federal lands outside of the confines troduced legislation to establish the American been instrumental in improving the lives of citi­ of the National Service Program. There is a Conservation Corps. This legislation had zens with Down's syndrome by encouraging demand for conservation service opportunities. strong bipartisan support in Congress but was communities to embrace their participation in A recent public opinion survey by the Roper vetoed by President Reagan in 1984. Modified such activities as attending regular schools, organization found that 6 out of every 10 versions of this legislation were considered in playing on little league teams, and volunteer­ Americans would like to volunteer in some sort subsequent sessions of Congress and a small ing in their communities. The society has also of environmental protection activity. Existing portion of the ACC legislation was included in helped establish vocational training programs conservation corps often have to turn away the 1990 National and Community Service to prepare young adults with Down's syn­ hundreds of participants because of a lack of Act. While the 1990 legislation went a long drome to enter the work force and to live inde­ funds. way towards furthering civic responsibility and pendently. These programs provide assistance The bill establishes a year-round Public assisting in the development of State and local to individuals with Down's syndrome in order Land Corps for 16-to 25-year-olds. Partici­ conservation corps, the bill did not include a that they may lead fuller lives. pants would carry out conservation, restora­ direct role for the Federal lands or the Federal By offering this joint resolution, Congress­ tion, and rehabilitation projects on Federal and land managing agencies in conservation serv­ man RAVENEL and I hope to bring national at­ Indian lands such as tree planting, firefighting, ice programs. This omission in an otherwise tention to the efforts to improve the lives of trail construction, erosion control, and historic fine law would be rectified by the passage of people with Down's syndrome and to accent preservation. There clearly is need for this the Public Land Corps Act. the need for continued advancements. We kind of work. A Congressional Research Serv­ The Subcommittee on National Parks and seek the support of all our colleagues to en­ ice report concluded that there was over Public Lands, which I chair, held a hearing on sure quick passage of this joint resolution. 900,000 years of labor intensive backlog work opportunities for conservation service on Feb­ which could be done by the Conservation ruary 18, 1993. Witnesses from the National Corps in the Departments of the Interior and Park Service, the Fish and Wildlife Service, A TRIBUTE TO BOB BALDWIN Agriculture. These are not make work projects, and the Forest Service indicated their support nor are they projects which put existing em­ for legislation which would give them greater HON. JERRY LEWIS ployees out of work. They are projects which flexibility in their youth programs by allowing OF CALIFORNIA need to be done but which never will be done older participants and year-round conservation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unless there is a new infusion of labor. service opportunities. The Public Land Corps This authority to establish the Public Land Act was developed on the basis of rec­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 Corps is necessary because the current Youth ommendations presented in this hearing, past Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, Conservation Corps is only a summer program legislative efforts in this area, and consultation would like to bring to your attention the fine open to 15- to 18-year-olds and the Presi­ with Federal agencies, the National Associa­ work and outstanding public service of Bob dent's National Service Program is for people tion of Conservation and Service Corps, the Baldwin of Redlands, CA. Bob will be recog­ 17 and above and is a year-round program. If Student Conservation Association, and other nized at a dinner in his honor on June 1O for the National Service Program is enacted, the interested groups. his many years of commitment and support to Secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture I urge my colleagues to support this worth­ our community by the California Inland Empire could compete with other Federal and non- while legislation which will meet important con- Council of the Boy Scouts of America. 11986 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 Bob was born and raised in Connecticut Carbondale and the College of William and attempting to purchase alcohol, pos­ and, after receiving his bachelors degree in Mary entitled, "Alcohol and Drugs on Amer­ sessing alcohol in public, consuming English and education from the University of ican College Campuses: Use, Consequences, alcohol in public, misrepresenting his Connecticut, went on to complete his MA at and Perceptions of the Campus Environment," or her age to purchase alcohol, and American University. Over the years, Bob has examined the frequency of alcohol use on col­ using false identification to purchase made a tremendous commitment serving our lege campuses and the differences between alcohol. country spending 35 years in the military be­ the effects of alcohol on underage drinkers High school graduations and proms ginning with the Army, 1946-47, Connecticut and legal drinkers. One finding showed that are underway, making this one of the National Guard, 1948-51, and the U.S. Air underage drinkers at colleges across the most exciting times in young people's Force, 1951-81. During this time, he served at country consume more alcohol than legal age lives. As they begin to enjoy the free­ a number of bases in the United States, drinkers and experience significantly more dom of adulthood, all too often they Greenland, Canada, the Philippines and Ger­ negative effects as a result of drinking. Com­ forget that with adult privileges come many. pared to older students, underage drinkers re­ adult responsibilities. As Memorial During his distinguished career, Bob has ported twice as many physical injuries, trouble Day holiday is approaching, marking served as a military aide to U.S. Senator Barry with authorities, campus crime, and sexual the beginning of summer, the season Goldwater, 1965, and as the Director of Per­ misconduct as a result of alcohol use. They when many young adults are involved sonnel and Deputy Base Commander at Clark also suffered more hangovers, nausea, vomit­ in tragic alcohol-related accidents. Air Force Base in the Philippines, 1972-74. ing, memory loss, and impaired academic per­ This resolution will show our support He has also served as the Chief of the Office formance. Similar studies have found that by for the efforts to bring underage drink­ of the Air Force Inspector General, 1974-77, eighth-grade or 13 years of age, 70 percent of ing, and all the negative consequences and as the Director of Personnel and Deputy youngsters have tried alcohol and 27 percent that occur as a result, to a halt. I Base Commander, 1977-81 at Norton Air have been intoxicated. would ask by colleagues for their sup­ Force Base in California. Most recently, Bob We certainly have reason to be alarmed at port. completed his service as the executive direc­ other key findings which were made in this tor of the United Way of Redlands where he study. For example, while one-third of stu­ worked tirelessly to develop programs to serve dents who participated in the study reported the disadvantaged citizens of our community. they had driven under the influence, only 1.7 FRANCIS J. "DUDE" LUZZI: GOLD­ Bob's involvement in community and public percent were arrested. EN DEEDS AWARD RECIPIENT, affairs is well known. He is the past president The knowledge derived from this report con­ BRADFORD, PA of the Redlands Rotary Club, a member of the firms that we as policymakers, are correct in Redlands Fortnight Club, and a member of the addressing the serious effects of drug and al­ Board of Directors of the Carriage Club of the cohol abuse in our Nation. Furthermore, our HON. WILUAM F. CLINGER, JR. efforts on the Federal level, through legislation San Bernardino Civic Light Opera. . OF PENNSYLVANIA Bob is also a past member of the board of such as the Drug Free Schools and Commu­ directors of the Redlands Community Music nity Act, the Campus Crime and Security Act, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Association, past member of the Redlands and the Higher Education Act, are in the right Thursday, May 27, 1993 Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, direction. Interestingly, those institutions which and a member and chairman of the chamber's provide drug and alcohol use prevention and Mr. CLINGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to leadership Redlands program. In addition, he counseling programs for students have shown congratulate Mr. Francis J. "Dude" Luzzi on is a former Webelo den leader and vice-chair­ a slight decrease in reported use. However, receiving the Golden Deeds award in Brad­ man of the Far East District of the Boy Scouts one of every six students from 2 year institu­ ford, PA. The award, which is sponsored by of America. tions reported drinking three or more times per the Bradford Exchange Club, is presented an­ Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me, our col­ week as compared with one of every four stu­ nually to an individual who has contributed leagues, and friends in recognizing the fine dents from 4 year institutions. generously and selflessly to the community. contributions of Bob Baldwin. This award by Mr. Speaker, I believe these statistics dem­ For 26 years, "Dude" has dedicated himself the California Inland Empire Council of the onstrate the need for involvement by Federal, to the advancement of the Bradford Little Boy Scouts of America is appropriate for a State, and local governments, and commu­ League. He served as president from 1973 man who has given so much of himself to oth­ nities to ensure that those under age 21 do until 1991, and also shared his talents through ers over the years. It is fitting that the House not have access to alcohol. In March, the Na­ coaching. From season to season, he always of Representatives honor him today. tional Transportation Safety Board [NTSB] re­ remembered that Little League is for the kids. leased safety recommendations and sug­ Without exception, he put them first, looking gested policy and legislative approaches to re­ out for them and working with them both on INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION duce the availability of alcohol to those under the field and off. He realized that the bench REGARDING UNDERAGE DRINKING 21 years of age. In 1984, Congress passed was no place for a young person to spend a the National Minimum Drinking Age Act, which summer, and made America's game a pleas­ HON. WILLIAM F. GOODLING resulted in laws in all 50 States and the Dis­ ant childhood memory for Bradford's Little OF PENNSYLVANIA trict of Columbia prohibiting the sale of alcohol Leaguers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to any person less than 21 years of age. How­ ever, many States still have no laws prohibit­ Having also been honored as "Man of the Thursday, May 27, 1993 ing a person less than 21 years of age from Year" of District 10 and presented with an Mr. GOODLING. Mr. Speaker, today I am purchasing alcohol or from attempting to pur­ honorary key to Callahan Park in Bradford just introducing legislation which encourages chase alcohol. In addition, some States do not prior to his resignation as president of the States to enact comprehensive laws to prohibit prohibit those under age 21 from consuming League, the Golden Deeds award is yet an­ any person less than 21 years of age from alcohol, from possessing alcohol, from mis­ other example of the tremendous amount of drinking alcohol. representing his or her age to purchase alco­ respect that his neighbors have for him. The Underage drinking is a major problem that hol, or from presenting a false identification to wide-spread sentiment among Bradford's resi­ has plagued our society for many, many purchase alcohol. Because so many of these dents is that Frank Luzzi is an outstanding years. Studies confirm that alcohol use and loopholes exist in State law, it is quite easy for choice for this award, and I am please to have abuse is rampant in our Nation's schools and a young person to drink. this opportunity to join with them in thanking on college campuses. Far too many students Mr. Speaker, my resolution expresses him for his generosity and dedication. who use alcohol jeopardize their health and the sense of the Congress that the Mr. Speaker, Francis Luzzi is an excellent safety and pose a dangerous threat to the States and the District of Columbia selection for this prestigious award. He will be safety and well-being of others. should enact comprehensive laws to honored at the 41 st Annual Golden Deeds A study recently conducted by researchers prohibit any person who is less than 21 Award Dinner on June 9, and I offer him my from the Southern Illinois University at years of age from purchasing alcohol, best wishes for a memorable evening. May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11987 SAVING THE AMERICAN SHOE erty in the Caribbean is not to transfer Amer­ deployed units continues to change. Thus, the INDUSTRY ican jobs there, causing economic dislocation United States must be very careful about how in our own country. it proceeds with U.N. peacekeeping actions. HON. OLYMPIA J. SNOWE My home State of Maine once had a thriving We can build support for U.N. peacekeeping OF MAINE shoe industry which employed many thou­ and U.S. participation in those operations if we IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sands of people. But over the past decade, act responsibly. But if we fail to act prudently, our shoe industry has been devastated by im­ public support will disappear. This Member Thursday, May 27, 1993 ports produced with the cheapest of labor. In would suggest that the American people will Ms. SNOWE. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro­ fact, since 1980, 30 plants have closed in neither understand nor support the long-term ducing legislation to help many Americans Maine and 7,000 workers have lost their jobs. deployment of United States Armed Forces in keep their jobs. This legislation seeks to over­ We should not hand the remaining employees Somalia that is authorized in Senate Joint turn a costly mistake made several years ago in the domestic shoe industry in Maine and Resolution 45. which dealt the U.S. shoe industry a terrible other States a pink slip by continuing to ignore Mr. Speaker, the Clinton administration has blow. the severe impact of section 222 of Customs acted to increase the role of American Armed During the conference on the Customs and and Trade Act of 1990. Forces to serve as part of a multilateral Trade Act of 1990, the conferees agreed to in­ I urge my colleagues to join me in cospon­ peacekeeping force under U.N. initiatives and sert into the conference report a provision, soring this legislation so that we can help the Congress is endorsing this additional mis­ section 222, which amended the Caribbean keep Americans working. sion for our forces under Senate Joint Resolu­ Basin Initiative regarding shoes and other tion 45. This is a mistake, and quite possibly leather-related goods. Enacted in 1983, the a tragic mistake in terms of American lives Caribbean Basin Initiative [CBI] sought to en­ OPPOSITION TO SENATE JOINT which will be lost. There is little prospect that courage economic development in the Carib­ RESOLUTION 45 peace can be kept or enforced in the long bean region by providing businesses there term and little likelihood that a system of civil with favorable duty treatment for their exports HON. DOUG BEREUI'ER government can be recreated in a number of to the United States. In its consideration of OF NEBRASKA years which will be adequate to return law and this measure, however, the Congress wisely IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES order, peace, and even a modicum of eco­ excluded certain U.S. industries from the CBI Thursday, May 27, 1993 nomic stability in Somalia. Americans will due to their extreme import sensitivity. One of probably regret the fact that the Clinton admin­ these industries was the shoe industry. But in Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, on May 25, istration has enlarged the mission of our 1990, while working on the conference report 1993, this Member voted against Senate Joint Armed Forces in Somalia in what is likely to for the Customs and Trade Act, the conferees Resolution 45, the resolution authorizing the be both a long-term commitment and tactically inexplicably decided to reverse this exemption use of United States Armed Forces in Soma­ indefensible conditions. Accordingly, this Mem­ for footwear and leather-related goods, and in­ lia. When President George Bush sent United ber opposes this extended and expanded role serted language providing duty-free treatment States Armed Forces to Somalia last Decem­ for our Armed Forces. for shoe imports from the Caribbean as long ber, it was explicitly stated that they were sent as those shoes are made from materials man­ to assure that food and other humanitarian re­ ufactured in the United States. lief could be delivered by the various govern­ MEDICAL EQUIPMENT PAYMENT The results of this change were tragic, but ments, international organizations, and private REFORM predictable. Rubber footwear imports to the voluntary organizations to the suffering people United States from the Dominican Republic of Somalia. However, it was equally clear that HON. MIKE KREIDLER alone increased in volume from 566,000 pairs they were not sent as a peacekeeping force or OF WASHINGTON in 1991 to nearly 3 million pairs in 1992, a to disarm the warring factions except as was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 421-percent incre~se. The value of these im­ necessary to perform their primary mission. ports increased from $699,000 to more than While this Member fully supported President Thursday, May 27, 1993 $7 million, a boost of 925 percent. Overall, Bush's decisions, as did the great majority of Mr. KREIDLER. Mr. Speaker, yesterday I in­ footwear imports from the Caribbean in­ the American people, this Member and other troduced H.R. 2275, a bill to correct a problem creased from 2.5 million pairs in 1990 to 6.6 Americans constantly spoke against an expan­ in Medicare payment for medical equipment. I million pairs in 1992. And these imports came sion of that limited American mission as advo­ am grateful to Garry Preston, a constituent at the expense of domestic shoe jobs. In the cated immediately by the clamor of voices who brought this problem to my attention. nonrubber footwear industry alone, 28 U.S. from various parts of the national media elite, Medicare payment rules for durable medical plants closed in 1991; another 10 plants various Members of Congress, and the other equipment, from wheelchairs to oxygen tents closed in 1992. would-be opinion leaders. to prosthetics, and a host of other items, are My bill would · remedy this grievous error, This body needs to look beyond the current among the most complex features of the pro­ and in so doing would help keep Americans crisis in Somalia, and look at the broader im­ gram. When a physician determines that a employed in the · current fragile economy. It plications that Senate Joint Resolution 45 will Medicare patient needs to use a piece of would simply reinstate the pre-1990 status have for United States participation in collec­ equipment, the program is supposed to pay quo, restoring duties to imports of shoes and tive security actions. In the post-cold war era, for the equipment in the most cost-effective other leather-related goods from the Carib­ the United Nations has undertaken a wide manner that will meet the patient's individual bean. My bill is similar to H.R. 795, a bill intro­ range of new peacekeeping operations, and it needs. Unfortunately, current law sometimes duced earlier this year by the gentleman from is clear that U.N. Secretary General Boutros­ makes that impossible. North Carolina, Mr. ROSE. The only difference Ghali intends to continue this expansion of ac­ Some kinds of equipment can be obtained between the two bills is that H.R. 795 would tivity. This is a healthy and much-needed evo­ either by rental or by purchase, and which grandfather in a certain quota of duty-free im­ lution of U.N. behavior, and this Member sup­ method of payment to use depends on the ports from Caribbean manufacturers who ex­ ports the trend toward greater U.N. respon­ item and how long the patient will need it. ported qualified shoes to the United States be­ sibility for international peacekeeping. At the Generally, renting makes more sense for tween January 1 , 1992, and October 1, 1992. same time, however, this Member is very short-term use, while buying is better over the I prefer a stronger approach. My bill would re­ much aware that new collective security oper­ long run. But some types of equipment require store the pre-1990 status quo with no quali­ ations must be undertaken with extraordinary such frequent maintenance and servicing, in fications. Duties would be imposed on shoe care, lest they fail for lack of public support. order to prevent malfunctions that can endan­ imports from the Caribbean, as the original The only way the United States can realisti­ ger patients' health, that they should be rented CBI had intended. cally participate in these new peacekeeping rather than purchased, even for long-term use. I do not oppose economic development in operations is if they have the full support of It is both expensive and potentially dangerous the Caribbean basin. I understand that many the American people. But we will never build to buy an item that may have to be replaced, areas in the Caribbean region face severe public support if troops are dispatched for in­ or require frequent servicing, over its useful poverty. But the answer to the problem of pov- determinate periods, or if the mission of U.S. life. 11988 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 That is why Congress has required such leagues the 50th wedding anniversary of two However, the cries of his fellow soldiers were equipment to be rented, even on a long-term wonderful people. On March 22, 1993, Her­ too much to bear and he drew upon this in­ basis. In 1990, Medicare spent $101 million to man and Frances Gallman celebrated their domitable courage and continued toward rent items like ventilators, aspirators, internal golden anniversary. them. As he crawled forward he crossed an­ positive pressure breathing IPPB machines, Herman, from Boston, MA, and Frances, other mine that ended his life. Pfc. Frederick and nebulizers, which current law-section from Bayonne, NJ, met and married during C. Murphy was an American hero. His selfless 1834(a)(3)(A) of the Social Security Act-spe­ World War II where Herman served as a first desire to save the lives of fellow Americans cifically requires Medicare to rent rather than sergeant in the Combat Military Police in the cost him his own life. purchase. After examining the reliability of the Pacific region. As a result of a battlefield com­ I believe that this fallen hero deserves this most common items in this category, the mission which he received when he joined the tribute. By renaming the Federal property in Health Care Financing Administration rec­ New Jersey National Guard in 1947, he retired Waltham the "Murphy Federal Center," I be­ ommended removing aspirators and with the rank of captain in 1976. Frances, lieve an appropriate tribute will be paid. I am nebulizers from the rental category so that pa­ through the years, has been a devoted help­ asking my colleagues to join Representatives tients could purchase them with Medicare mate, mother, and a respected member of her MOAKLEY, KENNEDY, FRANK, NEAL, STUDDS, funds in appropriate cases. The budget rec­ community. After 50 wonderful years of mar­ OLVER, MEEHAN, TORKILDSEN, BLUTE, MONT­ onciliation bill now before Congress exempts riage, the Gallmans have four grown children: GOMERY, and myself in showing their support these types of devices. Marilyn, Leroy, Janette, and Sylvia; and three for Pfc. Frederick Murphy, a man who I can My constituent, Mr. Garry Preston of Olym­ grandchildren: Troy, Wendell, and Alexis. truly call an American. pia, WA, uses a continuous positive airway Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to pay tribute pressure [CPAP] device, which HCFA classi­ H.R.- to Herman and Frances Gallman for being role fies as a ventilator. This device is coming into Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep­ models for all to see by their commitment to more widespread use as health care tech­ resentatives of the United States of America in each other, their family, and community. I am Congress assembled, nology improves, and it may be reliable sure my colleagues would like to join me as I SECTION 1. REDESIGNATION. enough to be purchased rather than rented. wish them hearty congratulations. The Federal building located at 380 Trapelo Since Mr. Preston expects to need the CPAP Road in Waltham, Massachusetts, and known for an indefinite period, and since the rental as the Waltham Federal Center, shall be payments increase both his costs and Medi­ MARKEY HONORS WAR HERO WITH known and designated as the "Frederick C. care's, he asked me why Medicare should not POSTHUMOUS DEDICATION Murphy Federal Center". pay for the purchase of the device. SEC. 2 REFERENCES. The bill I have introduced, H.R. 2275, would Any reference in a law, map, regulation, amend section 1834(a)(3)(A) of the Social Se­ HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY document, paper, or other record of the Unit­ curity Act, to remove the requirement that all OF MASSACHUSETTS ed States to the Federal building referred to ventilators, aspirators, nebulizers, and IPPB IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in section 1 shall be deemed to be a reference machines be rented. The bill would still require Thursday, May 27, 1993 to the "Frederick C. Murphy Federal Cen­ rental of items that need frequent servicing to ter" . protect patients' health or safety, but would Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to give the Secretary of Health and Human Serv­ introduce bipartisan legislation that honors Pfc. ices discretion to determine which items fall Frederick C. Murphy by rededicating the Fed­ A SPECIAL SALUTE TO 11 TH DIS­ into that category. It would not change the eral Center in Waltham as the "Murphy Fed­ TRICT PARTICIPANTS IN "ARTIS­ amounts of rent or purchase price that Medi­ eral Center." TIC DISCOVERY" COMPETITION care would pay. Pfc. Frederick Murphy is certainly deserving Rather than making piecemeal changes in of this honor. A man of singular devotion to HON. LOUIS STOKES the list of required-rental equipment, Congress his country, who on March 18, 1945, on the OF OHIO should give the Medicare Program authority to Siegfried line in Saarlautern, Germany, sac­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES control costs, recognize technological improve­ rificed his life so that our Nation could con­ ments, and serve patient needs through either tinue to prosper. Thursday, May 27, 1993 rental or purchase of medical equipment. As a young man, Private First Class Murphy Mr. STOKES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to I urge the support of my colleagues for this answered his country's call to service by en­ salute high school students from my congres­ legislation. listing in the U.S. Army. He became an aid sional district who recently participated in the H.R. 2275 man in the "E" Company of the 259th Infantry annual "Artistic Discovery" regional art com­ Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep­ of the 65th Infantry Division. Private First petition. As you are aware, this outstanding resentatives of the United States of America in Class Murphy landed in the European theater program, sponsored in conjunction with the Congress assembled, in June of 1944 and served meritoriously until Congressional Arts Caucus, allows Members SECTION 1. TREATMENT OF VENTILATORS AND the time of his death in March of 1945. of this body to recognize the artistic talents of ASPIRATORS AS MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS OF DURABLE MEDICAL According to his comrades, Private First high school students from around the country. EQUIPMENT. Class Murphy was a man who exemplified For the past 12 years, I have sponsored (a) IN GENERAL.-Section 1834(a)(3)(A) of courage and the dawn attack at the Siegfried "An Artistic Discovery" contest for high school the Social Security Act (42 U.S.C. line on March 18, 1945, provides the ultimate students in my congressional district. I am 1395m(a)(3)(A)) is amended by striking "(such example of his patriotism. As he crossed the proud to report that this year's competition as ventilators, aspirators, IPPB machines, and nebulizers)" and inserting " (as deter­ battlefield on that fateful day, Private First was a great success, attracting over 300 en­ mined by the Secretary)". Class Murphy was struck by an enemy bullet. tries from 14 high schools located within the (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.-The amendment Refusing to withdraw from the battle, the 11th District. made by subsection (a) shall apply to items young private continued to attend to his duties Mr. Speaker, the 11th Congressional District furnished on or after January 1, 1994. as a medic. He moved across the battlefield, takes great pride in celebrating the artistic en­ under extremely heavy gunfire and in dire deavors of our young students. The "Artistic THE 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY pain, yet continued to attend to those who Discovery" competition, which was held from OF HERMAN AND FRANCES were more seriously wounded. The field was January through mid-April, culminated with a GALLMAN strewn with mines and as he struggled forward special reception and ·awards ceremony held he stepped on an antipersonnel mine. After at the Cleveland Heights City Hall on April 24, the mine ripped his foot from his body, Private 1993. Prior to the awards ceremony, the dis­ HON. DONAID M. PAYNE First Class Murphy did the unthinkable, he trict marked a week-long "Salute to Young Art­ OF NEW JERSEY continued to assist other wounded soldiers. ists" with student artwork on display at the city IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pressing on despite heavy blood loss, Private hall chambers. Thursday, May 27, 1993 First Class Murphy moved from man to man. Mr. Speaker, there are numerous individuals Mr. PAYNE of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I When his strength finally gave, he shouted in­ and organizations who should be acknowl­ would like to bring to the attention of my col- structions to those who he could not reach. edged at this time. I take this opportunity to May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMAJIKS 11989 express my appreciation to Cleveland Heights Drotleff, Shawn Hafner, Larry Hamer, Kevin Sinn Fein's achievements are particularly mayor, Carol A. Edwards, and her outstanding Hantak, Katie Kopinsky, John Lipnos, Val­ noteworthy since its members are subjected to staff, for their support of this important effort. erie Lubinski, Carrie Markosky, Lisa harassment and persecution by the British au­ I also want to thank Tim Myrick who served as Miljour. Art Teacher: Christine French. thorities and the loyalist paramilitaries. Indeed, our 1993 Artistic Discovery J'udge, and Ernes- John Hay High School: Sheldon Blevins, Rashawn Boyer, Damien Dix, Willinda during the past 20 years, 32 men and women tine and Malcolm Brown for their continued . Evans, Tesha Ferry, Maria Galarza, Tracy active with Sinn Fein including 5 elected offi­ support. In the 11th District, we are also ap- McKim, Dawn Mitchell, Tiffany Powell, Mar­ cials, have been assassinated. preciative of the support from community busi- quis Smith, Jermelle Thomas, Larina Walk­ To understand how misguided American nesses and organizations. I acknowledge the er, Paul Walker, Robert Whittingham, Deme­ policy is toward Sinn Fein and Gerry Adams, support and scholarships provided by the trius Williams. Art Teachers: Harriet it is important that Sinn Fein be looked at in Cleveland Museum of Art and First National Goldner, Kathleen Yates, Richard Chappini. full historical context. Supermarkets, Inc. John Marshall High School: Demond Pow- In 1918 the nationalist community in. Ireland Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, June 29, 1993, ell, Lawrence Vickerstaff, Judith Wheeler. overwhelmingly-79 percent-supported and student artwork from around the country will Art Teachers: Mr. Daiuto, Gregory Cross. voted for the Sinn Fein political party and Brit­ adorn the corridors of the Capitol building as Lutheran East High School: Robert Brad- ish withdrawal. This general election vote pre­ ley, Kacey Edwards, Dwayne Ford, Amber the national "Artistic Discovery" exhibition offi- Griggs, Jabari Holmes, Eric Jones, Sherron ceded the .pa establishment of the sectarian cially opens. I am especially pleased to note Kinney, Karla Lester, Charmaine McAbrew, state of Northern Ireland which was set up by that winning artwork from my congressional Matthew Pokorny, Donika Rose, Alston an act of an English Parliament 2 years later district will be included in this special exhibit. Spain. Art Teacher: Patricia Sears. in December 1920. Sinn Fein was then made I congratulate Natalie Campbell, an 11th grade Shaker Heights High School: Natalie illegal in the north and in the early months and student from Shaker Heights High School, for Campbell, Emily Dakin, Matt Dowling, Iris years of the loyalist regime hundreds of Sinn her winning artwork. I look forward to welcom- Even, I. Huei Go, Jordin Guinn, Patrick Fein supporters were murdered by the Royal · N t I' W h' · h ff' Jameson, Kristen Lamanna, Tamara ing a a 1e to as 1ngton to witness t e o 1- Rothenberg, Kaytee Schmidt, Karen Ulster Constabulary. After Britain's brutal cial hanging of her very beautiful acrylic paint- Schwartz, Clay Weiner, Martin Woyczynski. crushing of the civil rights campaigns in the ing, entitled "Marketplace." Art Teachers: Malcolm Brown, James Hoff- 1970's, nationalists demanded the right to vote Mr. Speaker, all the 11th District students man, Jenny Russell, Susan Weiner. and a political voice. Sinn Fein was again who participated in this year's "Artistic Discov- Shaw High School: Andrew Bulgin, Richard made legal in 197 4. ery" competition are indeed winners. I am Carr, Seretta Clark, Paul Davis, Alex Frank­ Britain has always made Irish nationalists proud of their artistic talents and I wish each lin, LePriest Goss, Lamar Hicks, Terrence pay dearly in blood for democratic freedom. of them much continued success. Hunter, John Martin, Mary Owens, Chris The campaign to silence the voice of the vic­ 1993 ARTISTIC DISCOVERY COMPETITION Perry, Tiffany Phillips, Rayshawn Robinson, tims of partition never really ended. Now it PARTICIPANTS Mario Smith, Alicia Stephens, Ernest was to accelerate. In January 1977, Michael Switzer, Chris Young. Art Teachers: Susan Beaumont School: Alyssa Adams, Oath- Lokar, Rena Reynolds. McHugh, chairman of Sinn Fein in Castlederg, erine Bammel, Jennifer Blum, Molly Burke, South High School: David Behrens, Antoi­ County Tyrone was assassinated. Brendan Accalia Calabrese, Catherine Cavanaugh, nette Black, Sierra Coleman, Raymond Mclaughlin was killed in February 1980 in an Katie Conkey, Nicole D'Alessandro, Steph- Friston III, Bridget Fortson, Greg attempt to assassinate Sinn Fein Concillor Joe anie Darrah, Katie Entsminger, Jessica Golembiski, Rolando Johnson, Khaleel Austin. Eppich, Amy Fistek, Katherine Fitzgerald, Khaafidh, Antwon Mennefield, James Moore, And 1981 brought the election of Bobby Megan Fitzpatrick, Sarah Fitzsimons, Erin Sir Scott, Jeremy Urbassik. Art Teacher: Sands to the British Parliament and the elec­ Gerling, Heather Hartman, Beth Havach, Roman Rakowsky. tion of two other prisoners, Kieran Doherty Lori Indriolo, Keisha Jones, Karolyn Kohut, Warrensville Heights High School: Kartika and Kevin Agnew, to the Irish Dail. A Sinn Margaret Lann, Karen Leach, Kara Lock, Jo- Comar, Aaron Foster, Iverson Jackson, Rob­ Fein member in County Monaghan, Jeff sephine Lombardi, Susan Lutjen, Claire ert Norman, Kelly Reid, Christopher Rich­ Madden, Brandyn-Marie Manocchio, Sarah ardson. Art Teacher: James Evans. McKenna, was killed on November 8, 1982. McCormack, Ann McKeever, Bridgette This was preceded by the killing of Peter Meridith, Megan Moore, Nicole Patitucci, Corrigan, a Sinn Fein election worker, on Oc­ Sherry Petersen, Marisa Posch, Jennifer tober 25, 1982. After the electoral successes Price, Pamela Pritchard, Nicole Prospal, Ei­ DENIAL OF VISA TO GERRY ADAMS UNDERMINES DEMOCRACY of Sinn Fein in the October 1982 assembly leen Ryan, Maura Schmidt, Anna Sivak, elections, the British Army and the RUC start­ Kate Sopko, Therese Strauchon, Paola ed collecting and improving intelligence data Tartakoff, Ann Tinker, Jennifer Trausch, HON. PETER T. KING Christa Trunzo, Ameliah Vlah, Aimee on Sinn Fein activists with house raids, con­ Wendzicki, Elizabeth Wiemels, Allison OF NEW YORK stant harassment, and the monitoring of their Wooley. Art Teachers: Ellen Carreras, Sister IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES movements. A former British soldier, Brian Lucia, O.S.U. Thursday, May 27, 1993 Nelson, acted as the loyalist paramilitary liai­ Bedford High School: Robby-Baker, Kwai­ son for the British Army and the RUC in co­ Chang Coleman, Damon Hart, James Hodges, Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, President Clinton's ordinating data. In court in 1992 he admitted Amber Jackson, Stacie Jennings, Brandon recent decision to deny a visa to Gerry participating in attempts to kill Gerry Adams Malott, Joe Mestnik, Becki Pelletier, Timo­ Adams, the president of Sinn Fein, the oldest and Alex Maskey, elected Sinn Fein .pa offi­ thy Prade, Brad Visker, Darwin Woods. Art political party in Ireland, was a blatant betrayal cials. Teachers: Robert Bush, Dagmar Clements, of a campaign pledge. I was present in New Andrew Rabatin. Most of the murders of Sinn Fein officials Bellefaire School: Lori Brand, David Pat­ York City on April 5, 1992, when candidate remain unsolved despite taking place in areas terson, Philip Ploeser, Lucie Read, Andy C!inton assured Irish-American leaders that as heavily patrolled by British forces. Many of Whewell. Art Teacher: Karen Mehling. President he would allow Mr. Adams to enter these areas like the Sinn Fein Advice Centre, Cleveland School of the Arts: Robert the United States. The President's decision to on the Falls Road in Belfast are under con­ Adams, Angela Bell, Tanya Gonzalez, Brian yield to State Department anglophiles victim­ stant visual and electronic surveillance. In a Johnson, Lawrence Kendrick, Vila Lloyd, izes not only Mr. Adams but, more importantly, recent example, Sam Marshall, a Sinn Fein Mai Ly, Ja'Nitta Marbury, Madeleine Peck, the American people who will be denied the David Stefanec. Art Teacher: Andrew activist, was killed coming out of a RUC police Hamlett. opportunity to hear directly from the head of station with two companions. A secret camera Collinwood High School: Kenrick Bachelor, one of the leading political parties in Ireland's monitoring the house of one of those compan­ Claude Bates, Michael Canady, Daya Wright. occupied six counties. ions was discovered days later. The British of­ Art Teacher: Jerry Dunnigan. Sinn Fein's political prowess and popular ficials make little effort to investigate these East High School: Eduardo Colon, Ray­ support were demonstrated once again in cases or prosecute those responsible for mond Dykes, Joe Gonazalez, Michael Hard­ Northern Ireland's most recent local elections these types of killings. They know the evi­ wick, Lashaun Harris, Rashon Linson, C. Vanessa Nieves, Saroya Philpots, Desmond held on May 19 when Sinn Fein reinforced its dence trail would too often lead back to them. Wilson. Art Teacher: Jaunace Watkins. position as the leading nationalist party on the Constable John Stalker, who led a British in­ Garfield Heights High School: Heather Belfast City Council and increased its overall vestigation into killings by the RUC, was dis­ Bogocki, Lisa Chizek, Tina Cowley, Erik seat count in the six counties from 43 to 51. missed precisely for that reason. 11990 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 In August 1991, Sinn Fein, for the first time Alex Maskey, Sinn Fein Councillor, May, to see that the mass killing of children in our ever, won the North Belfast Council seat. Joe 1986 country is stopped. Austin's victory gave Sinn Fein nine seats in C-erry Adams, M.P. Sinn Fein, March 14, That is why I have introduced H.R. 2276, Belfast making it the leading nationalist party 1984. Ivan Barr, Sinn Fein Councillor, December legislation to increase the Federal tax on the on the city council. No sooner had Austin won 25, 1986. manufacture and sale of handguns, assault than the RUC arrested, beat, and inflicted Michael Ward, Sinn Fein Election Worker, weapons, and ammunition for these arms, and burns on his son. This resulted in the first ur­ July 5, 1987. to increase the license application fee for gun gent action alert that Amnesty International F. Tennyson, May 1989. dealers. has issued for Northern Ireland. Brendan Curran, Sinn Fein Councillor, The distinguished gentleman from New In the fall of 1992, Sheena Campbell of Sinn Portadown, August 10, 1989. York, Representative CHARLES E. SCHUMER, Fein was killed as she socialized with friends Tony Discroll, (Attack on Sinn Fein Of- and I have introduced this legislation so that who were fellow students at Queens Univer­ fice-Ardoyne), 1990. Tommy Casey. the funds generated from a 25 percent tax on sity. Just before Christmas, Malachy Carey, a Brendan Curran, October, 1989 the manufacture and sale of these firearms Sinn Fein candidate, and Martin Lavery, the Gerald Ramsey, Sinn Fein Worker, August will help offset the public cost of providing brother of Sinn Fein Councillor Bobby Lavery, 31, 1991. medical care to gunshot victims. were gunned down. On May 17, 1993, just 2 Damien McBride, Sinn Fein Worker, Octo­ Our bill also creates a health care trust fund days prior to this year's local elections, a loy­ ber 15, 1991. with an estimated revenue of $625 million a alist convoy opened automatic fire on a Sinn Sean Keenan, Sinn Fein Councillor, March year generated from these fees. Fein Advice Centre, all under the watchful eye 14, 1984 and June 90. The health care trust fund will make grants Gerald McGuigan (Sinn Fein Councillor), to hospitals, trauma centers, or other health of British observation posts. February 20, 1992. It must be noted that none of the Sinn Fein Brendan Curran (Sinn Fein Councillor), care providers that incur the major costs of victims was involved in any illegal activity April, 1992. providing medical care to gunshot victims. whatsoever and that each victim was un­ The McGuigan Family, March 23, 1993. The overall annual cost of firearm injuries to armed. Joe Austin, Sinn Fein Councillor (Grenade our health care system is more than $4 billion. For Sinn Fein to continually attain electoral attack on home), April 2, 1993. The cost to our Nation is too much and the successes in the face of such violence and Sinn Fein Advice Center Election Workers, cost to our Nation's children is beyond calcula­ May 17, 1993. oppression, it must have deep-rooted, popular 2 tion. support. While I disagree with Sinn Fein on a Jim Carson , August 10, 1991. I say it is time to put barriers in the way of Bernard O'Hagan (Sinn Fein Councillor), number of issues, the fact is that Sinn Fein is September 16, 1991. children getting guns. If their parents cannot a legitimate voice for a large number of Irish Larry Murchan2, September 28 , 1991. do it, then we need to do it. H.R. 2776 will nationalists and must be part of any nego­ Patrick Loughran, Patrick McBride, Mi­ make it more difficult for those who should not tiated settlement in Ireland. The essence of chael O'Dwyer, (Sinn Fein Workers Killed), have guns to have access to them. More than democracy is to encourage political involve­ February 4, 1992. 35,000 students in this country carry a hand­ ment and public debate. By carrying out its Philomena Hanna 3 , April 26, 1992. gun to school every day. policy of state terrorism against Sinn Fein, Dan Cassidy, April 2, 1992. Today, all one needs to do to become a gun Sheena Campbell, October 16, 1992. Britain is debasing the democratic process. By Malachy Carey (Sinn Fein Candidate), De­ dealer in this Nation is fill out a simple, two­ denying Gerry Adams entry to the United cember 12, 1992. page questionnaire and send $30 to the U.S. States, President Clinton is endorsing that dis­ Martin Lavery (Brother of Sinn Fein Coun­ Treasury. Unless the applicant states on the graceful British policy. cillor), December 20, 1992. form that he or she has been convicted of a Mr. Speaker, attached is a partial listing of Peter Gallagher, March 24, 1993. crime involving at least a 1-year prison term or Sinn Fein officials and workers who have been Allan Lundy 4 , May 1, 1993. is an illegal alien, a license will be issued victimized for their political activities. good for 3 years. This person then becomes ASSASSINATIONS just one more access point for guns in our THE FIREARM VICTIMS Jim Murphy; April 24 , 1974. country. Paul Best, February 18, 1976 PREVENTION ACT At a time when we are struggling to get con­ Colm Mulgrew, June 5, 1976. trol of the dollars spent on health care, we Maire Drumm (Sinn Fein Official), October HON. CARRIE P. MEEK must begin to look at the health care costs we 28, 1976. Michael McHugh (Sinn Fein Official), Jan- OF FLORIDA are paying due to guns in this country. We are uary 21, 1977. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in fact paying a gruesome cost for the easy Brendan McLaughlin, February, 1980. Thursday, May 27, 1993 availability of firearms. A 1989 report to Con­ Peter Corrigan, October 25, 1982. gress, "Cost of Injury in the United States," Jeff McKenna. November 8, 1982. Mrs. MEEK. Mr. Speaker, a 3-year-old tod­ ranked firearms third in the economic toll on Paddy Brady, November 16, 1984. dler, Edvina Blanc, was shot in the head while society, amounting to a lifetime cost of $14.4 Brendan Davidson (Election Worker), July watching television in her home in Dade billion. The study found an estimated 65,000 27, 1988. County. Eleven children have died of gunshots Aidan McAnespie (brother of Sinn Fein people require hospitalization annually for Candidate Eilish McAnespie McCabe), 1988. in Dade County between January and March treatment of firearms injuries, at a very high Phelim McNally,1 November 24 , 1988. 1993. At least 11 other children have been average per person cost of nearly $54,000. John Davey (Sinn Fein Councillor), Feb- wounded by gunfire. For the past 3 years, 24 The average per person cost for a fatality is ruary 14, 1989. children have been shot to death, each year. $373,520-the highest of any cause of injury. Sam Marshall, March 7, 1990. Every time I read or hear of a child who has According to the chair of the 1991 Advisory Tmmy Casey, October 26, 1990. become of a firearm victim, I feel anguish. It Fergal Caraher, December 30, 1990. Council on Social Security, the overall cost of Martin McCauhey, 1990. seems like every day we hear another study firearm injuries to our health care system is Eddie Fullerton (Sinn Fein Councillor in about a child being killed or killing with a gun. more than $4 billion. The indirect costs of gun­ the Republic), May 24, 1990. In fact every day, 12 children under age 19 related injuries, such as disability payments, Danny McCauley (Sinn Fein Organizer), are killed by guns, and many more are wound­ lost-work time, and legal fees are about two June 1991. ed. Nearly 3,200 teenagers fatally shoot each times the annual cost of firearms injury. Public Thomas Donaghy (Sinn Fein Worker), Au­ other every year. gust 16, 1991. funds pay for an estimated 80 percent of the Patrick Shanaghan (Sinn Fein Worker), This is frightening and unacceptable. We hospitalization costs of firearms injuries. August 12, 1991. must do everything in our power as legislators It is time that we look at the more than 76 ATTEMPTED ASSASSINATIONS million privately owned handguns and assault 2 Joe Austin, Sinn Fein Councillor, Feb­ News agents killed for selling Sinn Fein news­ weapons in this Nation in the same way we paper An Phoblacht. look at alcohol .,. As we search for ways to pay ruary 29, 1980. 3 Mistakenly thought to be sister of Sinn Fein press officer Richard McAuley. for health care, many are looking at equating 1 Killed in assassination attempt on Sinn Fein 4 Killed while plastering Sinn Fein Councillor Alex the use of alcohol with its burden on our Councillor Liam McNally, his brother. Maskey's house. health care system. Some States are raising May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11991 truces on alcohol to help offset the cost of pro­ pursuant to section 36(a) of the Arms Export DEFENSE SECURITY viding quality health care to all our citizens. Control Act that included a complete tabulation ASSISTANCE AGENCY, We should do the same at the Federal level of U.S. arms exports and U.S. licenses/ap­ Washington, DC, April 30, 1993. with handguns and those firearms most often provals for the export of commercially sold de­ Hon. THOMAS S. FOLEY, associated with intentional death and injury. Speaker of the House of Representatives, Wash­ fense articles and defense services. This ex­ ington, DC. Identical legislation, S. 868, was introduced tension of remarks appeared on pages E-971 by Senator PATIY MURRAY. I urge our col­ through E-973 of the CONGRESSIONAL DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Reference is made to leagues, Mr. Speaker, to join Mr. SCHUMER RECORD. reports furnished under the Arms Export Control Act, Section 36(a)(4) on 22 June 1992 and I by cosponsoring this important legisla­ In this regard, the original report that was (l--01162192), 3 September 1992 (l--02039/92), 4 tion. submitted to the Speaker's Office included er­ December 1992 I--04665/92) and 3 March 1993 (l- roneous information with respect to U.S. li­ 00601193) in which exports of commercially CORRECTED REPORT ON U.S LI­ censes/approvals for the export of commer­ sold defense articles/services to the Peoples CENSES/APPROVALS FOR THE cially sold defense articles and defense serv­ Democratic Republic of Korea were erro­ EXPORT OF COMMERCIALLY ices to th·e People's Democratic Republic of neously reported due to administrative SOLD DEFENSE ARTICLES/SERV­ Korea. Officials at the Defense Security As­ error. In fact, no sales were made to that ICES sistance Agency have subsequently reported country. All sales were actually made to the that this error was the result of administrative Republic of Korea. Attached are the cor­ error. rected tables. HON. LEE H. HAMILTON For that reason, I am inserting a copy of a OF INDIANA Any inconvenience is regretted. We have letter conveyed to the Speaker which clarifies installed measures to preclude such errors in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this error, as well as a copy of the corrected Thursday, May 27, 1993 the future. section 36(a) report on U.S. licenses/approv­ Sincerely, Mr. HAMIL TON. Mr. Speaker, on April 21, I als for the export of commercially sold defense GLENN A. RUDD, inserted into the RECORD a quarterly report articles and defense services. Acting Director. LICENSES/APPROVALS FOR THE EXPORT OF COMMERCIALLY SOLD. DEFENSE ARTICLES/SERVICES-SEPTEMBER 30, 1993 [In thousands of dollars)

October to Country/purchaser December January to March April to June July to September Cumulative Algeria ...... 6 266 618 473 1,363 Andorra ...... 8 78 12 53 151 Antigua ...... 2 8,174 0 1 8,177 Argentina ...... 4,387 0 6,361 67,427 78,175 Australia ...... 167,416 270,043 78,306 57,439 573,204 Austria ...... 9,446 2,619 9,277 4,717 26,059 Bahamas ...... 2,274 14 87 46 2,421 Bahra in ...... 2,671 5,152 519 154 8,496 Bangladesh ...... 36 I 8 229 274 Barbados ...... 9 25 76 103 213 Belarus ...... 0 0 0 1 1 Belgium ...... 29,436 64,283 38,251 72,507 204,477 Balize ...... 13 31 1 6 51 Benin ...... 0 0 0 (1) (1) Bermuda ...... 4 12 33 16 65 Bhutan ...... 0 58 15 0 73 Bolivia ...... 391 2,815 584 1,342 5,132 Botswana ...... 11 69 8,188 159 8,427 Brazil ...... 23,439 17 ,237 24,999 9,077 74,752 British Virgin Islands ...... 0 0 (1) 0 (1) Brunei ...... 3,105 87 589 87 3,868 Burundi ...... 0 17 4 0 21 Cameroon ...... 7 0 0 3 10 Canada ...... 5,592 495 44 ,197 2,294 52,578 Cayman Islands ...... 7 15,035 52 14,904 29,998 Chad ...... 0 299 0 4,932 5,231 Chile ...... 3,387 3,208 2,846 1,275 10,716 China ...... 565 200 0 4,632 5,397 Colombia ...... 2,768 772 1,946 765 6,251 Congo ...... 0 0 88 0 88 Costa Rica ...... 20 10,863 3,968 168 15,019 Cyprus ...... 16 64 27 3 110 Czechoslovakia ...... 59 161 233 16 469 Denmark ...... 13,635 16,373 14,138 27,590 71,736 Djibouti ...... 0 0 19 0 19 Dominica ...... 1 0 8 1 10 Dominican Republic ...... 180 270 216 499 1,165 Ecuador ...... 942 790 1,129 2,968 5,829 Egypt ...... 60,471 50,211 140,114 200,875 451 ,671 El Salvador ...... 793 345 19 68 1,225 Finland ...... 27 ,812 9,722 6,144 4,731 48,409 France ...... 126,288 66,992 154,742 76,507 424,529 French Guiana ...... 9,856 107 48,635 1 58,599 French Polynesia ...... I 0 0 32 33 Gabon ...... 507 158 0 1 666 Germany, Berlin ...... 0 133 0 0 133 Germany, Federal Republic of ...... 182,963 255,737 379,990 325,121 1,143,811 Chana ...... 4 0 0 5 9 Greece ...... 55,277 175,960 324,902 42,742 598,881 Grenada ...... 0 (1) 0 0 (1) Guadeloupe ...... 0 0 17 0 17 Guatemala ...... 175 576 175 1,173 2,099 Guinea ...... 0 8 2 I 11 Guyana ...... 61 4 17 12 94 Haiti ...... 0 0 0 (1) (1) Honduras ...... 611 2,114 973 205 3,903 Hong Kong ...... 914 3,642 36,588 37 ,698 78,842 Hungary...... 31 172 179 648 1,030 Iceland ...... ·· ...... 23 2 16 3 44 India ...... 52 ,032 2,766 7,391 8,071 70,260 Indonesia ...... 12,955 15,339 22,407 49,702 100,403 ireland ...... 390 1,134 1,491 983 3,998 Israel ...... 209,074 121,731 162,094 136,885 629,784 Italy ...... 84,230 67,746 108,517 46,784 307,277 Ivory Coast ...... 2 108 1 (1) Ill Jamaica ...... 84 1,478 1,339 456 3,357 Japan ...... 340,644 547,923 596,058 615,037 2,099,662 Jordan ...... 8,277 8,624 9,144 1,082 27,127 11992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 LICENSES/APPROVALS FOR THE EXPORT OF COMMERCIALLY SOLD DEFENSE ARTICLES/SERVICES-SEPTEMBER 30, 1993-Continued [In thousands of dollars)

Country/purchaser October to December January to March April to June July to September Cumulative

Kenya ...... 131 81 2 163 377 Korea , Republic of ...... 904,008 241 ,113 233,780 114,077 1,492,978 Kuwait ...... 4,275 52,409 31.143 10,378 98,205 Lebanon ...... 613 47 81 330 1,071 Liechtenstein ...... 0 0 0 2 2 Lithuania ...... 0 0 0 50 50 Luxembourg ...... 4,546 2,982 1,723 3,885 13,136 Macau ...... 17 11 22 173 223 Madagascar ...... 0 2 0 5 7 Malaysia ...... 67,190 219,818 11,372 62,070 360,450 Maldives ...... 0 0 318 0 318 Mali ...... 2 0 0 1 3 Malta ...... 0 (I) 0 0 (I) Martinique ...... 0 0 0 20 20 Mauritania ...... 0 2 0 0 2 Mauritius ...... 2 27 544 0 573 Mexico ...... 216,595 114.742 216,753 153,316 701,406 Monaco ...... 1 0 11 0 12 Morocco ...... 20,121 76 19,096 7.186 46,479 Mozambique ...... 0 59 0 0 59 Namibia ...... 660 609 288 1,383 2,940 Nepal ...... ·· ······· ················ ············ (I) 0 34 0 34 Netherlands ...... 152,532 62,228 42,698 64,724 322,182 Netherlands Antilles ...... 42 19 3 52 116 New Caledonia ...... 7 39 30 27 103 New Zealand ...... 4,410 11 ,140 2,318 12,921 30,789 Nicaragua ...... 88 94 11 15 208 Niger ...... 200 0 0 0 200 Nigeria ...... 1,059 897 278 446 2,680 Norway ...... 72,282 21 ,676 68,997 22,439 185,394 Oman ...... ,...... 2,033 549 18,535 1,532 22,649 Pakistan ...... 50,176 52,289 8,867 15,628 126,960 Panama ...... 2,374 818 2,133 349 5,674 Papua New Guinea ...... 1,601 11 1,128 24 2,764 Paraguay ...... 711 2,085 1,677 702 5,175 Peru ...... 5,580 3,912 81 96 9,669 Philippines ...... 18,547 1,924 23,255 2,631 46,357 Poland ...... 150 1 495 135 781 Portugal ...... 3,480 7,185 31 ,642 8,567 50,874 Quatar ...... 164 995 343 876 2,378 Russia ...... 0 17 8 1 26 San Marino ...... 7 0 0 0 7 Saudi Arabia ...... 240,120 43,448 109,365 232,488 625,421 Senegal ...... 367 274 0 0 641 Sierra Leone ...... 633 1,608 94 32 2,367 Singapore ...... 82,868 15,120 70,772 15,531 184,291 Solomon Islands ...... 0 8 2 0 10 South Africa ...... 0 0 0 25 25 Spain ...... 22,339 74,786 72,207 64.706 234 ,038 Sri Lanka ...... 1.166 303 39 15 1,523 St. Lucia ...... 20 4 (I) 4 28 Sudan ...... 0 41 0 49 90 Suriname ...... 11 1 11 1 24 Svalbard and Jan Mayen ...... 600 0 0 0 600 Swaziland ...... 4 16 0 0 20 Sweden ...... 62,417 10,418 99.747 65,830 238,412 Switzerland ...... 80,320 7,569 30,380 17,665 135,934 Taiwan ...... 25,264 14,400 9,695 46,251 95,610 Tanzania ...... (I) 2 559 32 593 Thailand ...... 39,626 10,822 123,093 202,514 376,055 Tokelau ...... 0 23 32 0 55 Tonga ...... ······················· ·· ··· ·································· 0 0 0 3 3 Trinidad & Tobago ...... 110 21 31 93 255 Tunisia ...... 348 66 168 1,592 2,174 Turkey ...... ·· ················· ·········· ··· ················· ·· ·· ······················ ··· ·· ····· 101.701 39,390 228,847 289,468 659,406 Turks & Caicos Islands ...... 1 (I) 0 0 1 Uganda ...... 135 18 7 57 217 Union of Soviet Socialist Republics ...... 0 0 6,034 (I) 6,034 United Arab Emirates ...... 13,617 74.734 132,188 12,376 232,915 United Kingdom ...... 265,261 177.753 386,544 190,595 1,020,153 Uruguay ...... 3,562 6,308 3,005 1.090 13,965 Venezuela ...... 3,040 25,553 10,012 26,679 65,284 Yemen (Sanaa) ...... 1 3 3 131 138 Yugoslavia ...... 0 13,096 0 0 13,096 Zambia ...... 0 16 179 342 537 Zimbabwe ...... 8 13 9 195 225 Calssified Tota1s2 ...... 379,249 113,539 224,863 168,926 886,577 International Orgs ...... 59,900 3,088 368,706 1,485 433,179 Worldwide total ...... 4,359,600 3,182,541 4,832,008 3,645,089 16,019,238 1 l.ess than $500. 2See classified annex to CPD. Note.-Oetails may not add due to rounding.

131ST FIGHTER WING ANG Air National Guard of Missouri, based at the The number and variety of aircraft used in HONORED St. Louis International Airport. this exercise is a good indication of the com­ On Thursday, May 20, Nellis Air Force plexity of Long Shot and its success shows HON. IKE SKELTON Base, in the State of Nevada, hosted the Long the versatility of Nellis and the capability of to­ Shot Competition. This is the first air competi­ day's Air Combat Command. OF MISSOURI tion since before the Persian Gulf war. The winner of the Long Shot Competition IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Long Shot was a long range conventional bombing competition developed to incorporate was team 3, comprised of two A-1 O's, four F- Thursday, May 27, 1993 the variety of fighter and bomber aircraft in Air 1SA's from the 131 st Fighter Wing Air National Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Combat Command into a conventional combat Guard based at the St. Louis International Air­ with great praise for the 131 st Fighter Wing strike force. port in Missouri, four F-1 SE's and two B-52's. May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11993 Long Shot demonstrated the effectiveness succeeded in obtaining legislative approval on EXCESSIVE BANKING of teamwork and integrated air power. June 1O, 1843. In accordance with the charter, REGULATIONS The Long Shot pilots of the 131 st Fighter Stepney Parish became Rocky Hill. With its Wing are: Capt. Daniel E. Barr, Capt. Joseph first town meeting held on June 23, 1843, the HON. JIM RAMSTAD F. Blake, Capt. Michael W. Harrell, and Capt. town of Rocky Hill was established. On that OF MINNESOTA Robert W. Hehemann. historic day, its population totalled about IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Long Shot crew chiefs of the 131 st 1,000. Fighter Wing are: S. Sgt. John M. Berry, S. Over the next 150 years, Rocky Hill pros­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 Sgt. Michael V. Nabholz, S. Sgt. Robert J. pered. It remained an agricultural community, Mr. RAMSTAD. Mr. Speaker, Congress Debrecht, S. Sgt. Bryan H. Durbin, S. Sgt. although a few manufacturing concerns should act now to spur the creation of jobs by Gregory E. Essary, S. Sgt. Scott S. Guthrie, S. sprang up. Because it is only 6 miles from the lifting the regulatory burden on America's Sgt. Michael T. Runge, and S. Sgt. William E. city of Hartford, Rocky Hill also became home banks. Springer. for hundreds of residents who worked in Con­ We've seen the Federal Register of govern­ Mr. Speaker, not only did the crew chiefs necticut's capital city. By 1943, Rocky Hill had ment regulations grow by 27 ,000 pages al­ maintain the F-15A's, an F-15E was engulfed grown to 3,000 residents. ready this year. in flames after landing and the crew chiefs ex­ Today, Rocky Hill is a thriving suburban In 1980, there was one regulator for every tinguished the fire. town, that has fortunately retained much of its three banks in this country-but by the end of These men represented the 131 st fighter rural and historic character. While housing has the decade, there will be three regulators for wing, the State of Missouri, the Missouri Air developed where farms once stood, there still each bank National Guard, and themselves very proudly. remain thousands of acres of still-cultivated This regulatory overkill means higher costs Congratulations on their achievements. agricultural land, some adjacent to modern of­ for consumers and few loans for small busi­ fice and commercial complexes. nesses. Rocky Hill has been blessed with steady I recently visited Richfield Bank & Trust in 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE IN­ cultural, religious, and governmental leader­ my district to review the paperwork required CORPORATION OF THE TOWN OF by regulatory agencies. I was stunned by the ROCKY HILL, CT-A SESQUI­ ship throughout its history. From settlement to development, these individuals have always endless paperwork and unnecessary redtape CENTENNIAL COMMEMORATIVE remained centered on what was best for involved in the approval of a simple business Rocky Hill. Since the days of George Wash­ loan. HON. BARBARAB. KENNEILY ington, Rocky Hill has distinguished itself as a Referring to the Clinton administration's plan OF CONNECTICUT dynamic and progressive community. Those to ease some of these regulations, a former IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES virtues hold steadfast today. head of the FDIC, said, "I don't think the ad­ ministration's plan will change anything." Thursday, May 27, 1993 Mr. Speaker, I am honored to mark the ses­ quicentennial anniversary of the incorporation Mr. Speaker, Congress must address the Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of the town of Rocky Hill, CT. problem of regulatory overkill. Congress must to recognize a very important anniversary in quit stifling business growth and job creation. the First Congressional District of Connecticut, Congress must act to ease banking regula­ the 150th anniversary of the incorporation of tions now. the town of Rocky Hill. MARTHA CAROLINE GROTE Rocky Hill, a 14-square mile community of HONORED 17,000 residents, lies in the center of Con­ THE CASE OF JONATHAN necticut along the banks of the Connecticut POLLARD River. It is fertile agricultural land once inhab­ HON. CHRISTOPHER COX ited by the Wangur:ik Indians prior to English OF CALIFORNIA HON. DAVID A. LEVY settlement there in 1650. It was known first as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW YORK the "lower community," and was part of the Thursday, May 27, 1993 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Town of Wethersfield, first settled in 1634. In 1722, the lower community became a sepa­ Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay Thursday, May 27, 1993 rate parish in Wethersfield; it was called a birthday tribute to a strong and gracious lady Mr. LEVY. Mr. Speaker, in November 1985, "Stepney," after the London borough. whose life has spanned this century. Born in Jonathan Pollard was arrested and charged The parish flourished through the 1700's Zumbrota, MN on May 29, 1903, Martha Caro­ with spying on behalf of Israel. Seven months and early 1800's. A meeting house was built line Grote's life is a model of dedication to later and pursuant to an arrangement with the in 1726, and served as the religious and civic family and neighbors, and it exemplifies the prosecutors, Mr. Pollard entered a plea of center of the growing agricultural community. American work ethic. guilty. In exchange for the plea, prosecutors Stepney Parish possessed a substantial ship­ After attending school in a one-room school­ were not to seek the maximum penalty of life building and riverport business handling the di­ house, she graduated from the eighth grade imprisonment and were to advise the court of verse farm and livestock trade among Con­ and went on to work on a registered dairy Pollard's cooperation during the investigation. necticut River towns. Numerous stream-driven farm near Red Wing, MN. Her tasks varied Notwithstanding this agreement, Mr. Pollard grist mills complemented the agriculturally widely, 1 day plowing fields, the next cleaning was sentenced to a life term. based commerce of the parish. Of historical barns, another milking the cows. Her work I certainly do not condone the activities in note is the Rocky Hill-Glastonbury Ferry; es­ ethic sprung from the influence of her first em­ which Mr. Pollard has engaged and to which tablished in 1655, It is the oldest continuously ployer, a woman who helped . in molding her he has admitted. Espionage is a serious of­ operating ferry in the United States. life. fense and penalties for those convicted on es­ Stepney Parish shipbuilders contributed to Marriage led to a relocation in Fairbault, pionage charges should fit the crime. I do be­ the young American naval fleet during the MN, where she worked as an instructor and lieve, however, that the punishment meted out Revolutionary War. Some of the ships were sample maker in a shoe factory. Moving to St. in the Pollard case was excessive. Further, it commissioned by the State of Connecticut as Paul, she transferred to the employ of H. Har­ completely violated the plea arrangement to "privateers." This activity led to the establish­ ris Manufacturing, as both a supervisor and in­ which Mr. Pollard agreed. ment of many inns which were patronized by structor. Mr. Speaker, the case concerning Jonathan seafarers and travelers alike. Eventually, her hard work paid off, and she Pollard is mind boggling. One hour before Mr. In 1820, Stepney Parish submitted a petition was able to purchase her lifelong home on Pollard was to be sentenced in 1987, then to the Connecticut General Assembly request­ Beechwood Ave., where she still resides. Now Secretary of Defense Caspar Weinberger sent ing separation from Wethersfield. Following celebrating her 90th birthday, she continues to a hand-delivered letter to the judge, urging the numerous failed attempts, leaders like as Rev. sew, repair, and alter clothing for her friends stiffest possible sentence "commensurate with Calvin Chapin, the Minister of the Congrega­ and neighbors. May Good bless Martha Grote the enduring quality of treason"-totally ignor­ tional Church, Elias Robbins, and other finally as she begins her 10th decade. ing the fact that Mr. Pollard was never ac- 11994 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 cused of treason. At a hearing in 1991, one of omy, while at the same time it is today an ex­ would spur the creation of hundreds of new the judges asked the prosecutor "How in traordinarily vivid example of American history jobs and add millions of dollars annually to God's name can you justify Weinberger's use preserved. the local economy; therefore be it of the word "treason" in his memorandum to An extremely dedicated and thoughtful Resolved, That the Massachusetts House of the sentencing judge?" In turn, the prosecutor group of people who have come together in Representatives respectfully memorializes the Congress of the United States to recog­ admitted that the word "treason" in Mr. Wein­ the Waterfront Historic Area League, known nize the significance of creating a National berger's memorandum was regrettable. as WHALE, brought to my attention the strong Historic Park in the city of New Bedford, Mr. Speaker, I was assured recently that Mr. arguments for creating a national park here, Massachusetts, in order to interpret and re­ Pollard's application for commutation of his life and with the active help of the city administra­ late the history of the whaling industry in sentence is being considered by the Justice tion, I have been working closely with WHALE America, and be it further Department. I am hopeful that the administra­ to get approval from the appropriate Federal Resolved, That a copy of these resolutions tion will soon discern this fundamental mis­ entities, both the executive and legislative, of be forwarded by the Clerk of the House of carriage of justice and grant Mr. Pollard the a national park here. Representatives to the presiding officer of As an example of the wide support which each branch of Congress and to the members fairness and equity that is afforded every thereof from this commonweal th. American citizen. this project has in New Bedford, the three State Representatives who represent the city of New Bedford in the Massachusetts PRESIDENT CLINTON House--Joseph Mcintyre, Antonio Cabral, and BANKRUPTCY AMENDMENTS OF CONGRATULATED Robert Koczera-combined to secure passage 1993 of a resolution memorializing us to act on this. HON. JIM LIGHTFOOT The resolution does an excellent job of stating HON. MIKE SYNAR OF IOWA the strong case for movement here, and I ask OF OKLAHOMA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that this memorial be printed at this point in the RECORD so that my colleagues will be able IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 27, 1993 to see it and understand the case. Thursday, May 27, 1993 Mr. LIGHTFOOT. Mr. Speaker, I congratu­ RESOLUTION Mr. SYNAR. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro­ late the President on his decision to renew Whereas, New Bedford during the nine­ MFN to China for another year. I find it ironic teenth century was known far and wide as ducing legislation that will streamline the often Mr. Speaker, that President Clinton constantly the whaling capital of the world and in this lengthy and costly consumer bankruptcy proc­ criticized President Bush for his foreign policy role provided both the oil that fueled the Na­ ess by resolving several problem areas in the decisions in China and Bosnia but when it tion's lamps and the lubricants that kept the administration of the Bankruptcy Code. This comes time to do something he always seems wheels of the industrial revolution turning; measure reforms the Code by strengthening to "stay the course" set by Mr. Bush. and and clarifying the bankruptcy rights of individ­ Whereas, its whaleships and whalemen fur­ Mr. Clinton's decision represents a victory ual debtors, including homeowners and busi­ nished the inspiration for Herman Melville's nesses, while addressing numerous creditors' for people who believe in doing more than "Moby Dick," considered by many the great­ grandstanding and showboating to make it est of all American novels; and concerns with the present Code. look like they care. That's why we won't see Whereas, it's importance in American his­ As a Member who has been involved in MFN bills on the floor of the House this year, tory extended beyond whaling into areas bankruptcy issues over the years, my primary they simply were not serious solutions. Our re­ such as immigration and black history; and goal in reform legislation is to ensure that the lations with China are complicated and we Whereas, the people of New Bedford have Bankruptcy Code remains balanced between over the years lovingly preserved and re­ must pursue separate policies for each prob­ the needs of the debtor and the rights of the stored a host of fine nineteenth century creditor. Because much time has passed since lem. buildings, including the Seaman's Bethel, Mr. Speaker, I hope at the least, Mr. Clinton immortalized in "Moby Dick," and the Congress has addressed this substantive will pursue the concept of annual high level Rotch-Jones-Duff House and Garden Mu­ bankruptcy issue, the law's balance has be­ talks on human rights, similar to the annual seum, one of the finest monuments to Greek come endangered and the need for reform is human rights talks between China and Aus­ revival architecture in the country; and critical. Some of the Code's provisions are tralia. I also hope he will consider formalizing Whereas, the city's twenty-acre national outdated, while other problems stem from such talks by establishing a bilateral Human historic landmark district has become a court interpretations of particular sections. model for historic preservation and eco­ The problems with the Code have been fur­ Rights Commission with China, similar in con­ nomic revitalization, successfully integrat­ cept to my proposal, H.R. 2254. ing tourism and industry in an environment ther exacerbated by the rise in individual of restored whaling era buildings, streets and bankruptcy filings which in itself is a matter for sidewalks; and concern and examination. In addition, the abil­ NATIONAL HISTORIC PARK IN NEW Whereas, its national historic landmark ity of retailers, small businesses, and lending BEDFORD, MA schooner Ernestina, gift of the Republic of institutions to conduct business will be nega­ Cape Verde to the people of the United tively impacted without bankruptcy reform. States, serves as a symbol both of our coun­ The bill I introduce today takes direct aim at HON. BARNEY FRANK try's maritime heritage and of its ethnic di­ OF MASSACHUSETTS versity; and the Bankruptcy Code problems facing con­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, its whaling museum houses the sumers. The legislation's major provisions will world's foremost collection of whaling arti­ expand a debtor's eligibility to file under chap­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 facts and documents as well as an extensive ter 13; clarify the definition of household Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, collection of art glass and painting created goods exempted from the bankruptcy estate; the Massachusetts House of Representatives in New Bedford by artist's drawn to the city clarify the definition of fraudulent transactions; recently passed a very important resolution, by whaling era prosperity, and liberalize reaffirmation agreements; protect dealing with a subject on which I am working Whereas, the National Park Service has de­ purchase-money secured creditors from avoid­ termined that the theme of whaling is sig­ very hard in Congress. That subject is the cre­ nificant enough in American history to able transfers by conforming the Code with ation of a National Historic Park in New Bed­ merit a national park, and State laws; eliminate cramdowns for residen­ ford, MA, making the great waterfront of that Whereas, no such park exists in the Na­ tial mortgages and extend the payment period city more widely known to the public in a man­ tional Park System today; and from 3 to 5 years without having to show good ner that will allow more and more people to Whereas, New Bedford meets all estab- cause . enjoy it and learn from it. . lished Park Service criteria and has been de­ It is time for the Bankruptcy Code to be up­ The waterfront in New Bedford has been an termined by the Park Service to be the best dated and streamlined in a fair and balanced single place to present the story of whaling; important part of America's economy for near­ and manner that allows debtors and creditors to ly all of our country's history. From the whaling Whereas, a report evaluating the economic use the Code to its fullest advantage. This bill days of the 19th century to today, it has been impact of a national park on the Greater accomplishes that goal and I urge my col­ a vibrant, working part of our regional econ- New Bedford area concludes that such a park leagues to strongly support the legislation. May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11995 GRAPHIC POSTCARD ACT OF 1993 years, the task force has documented Iran's ir­ on a decision that the United States and its INTRODUCED responsible and threatening behavior. For ex­ allies should now treat Iran as harshly as it ample, the task force reported almost 2 years treats Iraq. For much of the 1980's, the United States HON .. NANCY L JOHNSON ago Iran's intention to acquire nuclear weap­ sought to play Iran and Iraq against one an­ OF CONNECTICUT ons. We have also revealed Iran's involvement other. But with United Nations sanctions in the attempt to overthrow the recognized IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES imposed on Iraq since the end of the Persian Government of Egypt. And on March 1 of this Gulf war, the Administration has concluded Thursday, May 27, 1993 year the task force connected the shootings at that the wiser policy is " dual containment." Mrs. JOHNSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speak­ the CIA and the bombing of the World Trade Secretary of State Warren Christopher er, today I rise to urge your support for legisla­ Center to Iran long before either investigators hinted at the emerging shift earlier this year or the media were willing to concede any ties. by denouncing Iran as an "international out­ tion that I have introduced, the Graphic Post­ law" and a " dangerous country" for its sup­ card Act of 1993. My bill, formulated after The task force has received criticism from port of terrorism and its pursuit of nuclear postcards showing a dismembered fetus were some elements of the media and Government weapons. But the new policy is far more sent unsolicited to four towns in Connecticut, for its supposed extreme views regarding Iran. sweeping than Mr. Christopher indicated requires that material depicting violent or sex­ It is now apparent that these views were less when he said the United States would seek ually explicit acts sent through the U.S. Postal extreme and, in fact, accurate reports of Ira­ to block loans to Iran by international orga­ Service be enclosed in an envelope embla­ nian behavior. However, the State Depart­ nizations. zoned with a large print warning. ment's long overdue shift in attitude is only the Administration officials say the isolation of Iran should end only if Teheran halts its It is not unusual for parents to allow small first step in neutralizing Iran's exporting of ter­ support for terrorism, curtails its milit ary children to open the mailbox and examine the rorism to the United States and other Western buildup, stops its subversion of other govern­ contents. Bills, letters, and most advertise­ nations. We must recognize, in all areas of ments and ends its quest for nuclear weap­ ments pose no threat to young children. Sexu­ government, that terrorism is a real threat here ons. ally explicit material is already required to be in the United States. Iran, in effect, is conduct­ CATALOGUE OF ACCUSATIONS covered when sent through the mail. ing a type of low-intensity war against America Among the antagonistic activities that The right to free speech is one we all cher­ and its allies designed to confound our legal United States officials attribute to Iran is ish. This legislation will not interfere with free system and standards. active support for efforts by the Hamas and speech; it does not prohibit graphic materials Why is Iran doing this? We must recognize Party of God organizations to use violence to to be mailed, but instead places a simple re­ that Iran's primary goal is to destabilize the disrupt the Mideast peace talks. The officials quirement on their mailing in order to protect Middle East and the Moslem world so that it say Iran has also helped establish terrorist children. Like it or not, those responsible for can overthrow the pro-United States Govern­ training camps in Lebanon and the Sudan, and has assisted groups trying to overthrow these postcards have every legal right to use ment in Saudi Arabia and the other emirates. the Governments of Egypt, Algeria, and Tu­ the U.S. mail to express their viewpoints. In the absence of a stable and moderate nisia. However, I believe that parents have an equal Saudi Arabian Government, Iran would begin The United States already subjects Iran to right to protect their children from graphic to exert influence on oil production and pric­ stiff sanctions that prohibit military and presentations of frightening violent actions. ing, thereby increasing its influence worldwide. most commercial ties. Administ ration offi­ Requiring an envelope and warning does not In such a context Israel would also be much cials said their new policy could succeed infringe on the sender's freedom of speech, it more vulnerable to attack but could not be only if other countries could be persuaded to simply guarantees protection for our Nation's change course. certain of Western support due to Iran's stran­ Among the top priorities. Administration children. glehold on the world's petroleum lifeline. officials said, are efforts to convince Russia This is rational action to stop dangerous be­ By the imperatives of this strategy, Iranian and China to cancel deals to provide Iran havior. Hundreds of my constituents have strikes against and in the United States can with weapons and nuclear reactors, and to called or written to let me know they were out­ be used to demonstrate to those regimes de­ persuade Japan, Germany and Britain to cut raged by these postcards. The level of vio­ pendent on United States protection that not off loans. lence in our society has reached an unprece­ even America can defend itself. None of those countries have shown any dented level and is eroding the values that In order to effectively combat this Iranian willingness to sever such lucrative ties, and have made us a strong society. We have a aggression our Government must create a full Japan in particular has argued that commer­ cial links can encourage moderate elements special obligation to protection and this is step and complete policy to anticipate, prevent, inside Iran. But while the United States once one. and, if necessary, retaliate against state-spon­ harbored similar hopes, Administration offi­ I, therefore, urge my colleagues to join me sored terrorism against the United States. To cials now regard all factions in the current in support of the Graphic Postcard Act of prevent future World Trade Center bombings, leadership as bound to remain hostile toward 1993. it is going to require greater commitment and the West. planning than simply calling for further eco­ While many deals between United States nomic sanctions. companies and Iran are already prohibited, THE GROWING IRANIAN THREAT the new policy would almost certainly lead The following is the text of the New York the Administration to reject a request by the Times article: Boeing Company to sell 20 Boeing 737 jet­ HON. Bill McCOllUM FEARING MORE HOSTILITY FROM IRAN , U.S. liners to Iran. a deal worth more than $750 OF FLORIDA CONSIDERS MOVES TO !SOLA TE IT million, officials say. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (By Douglas Jehl) The broad outlines of the new approach were described in a speech last week by Mar­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 WASHINGTON , May 26.- The Clinton Admin­ istration is preparing a broad new effort to tin S. lndyk, the senior director for Middle Mr. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I would weaken Iran by persuading reluctant allies East policy for the National Security Coun­ like to take this opportunity to call to the atten­ to cut off loans, investment and arms sales cil, to the Washington Institute for Near tion of the House an article dealing with the to what American officials regard as a per­ East Policy, a research group. manently hostile Government. Mr. lndyk said bluntly, " If we fail in our State Department's Iranian policy which ap­ efforts to modify Iranian behavior, five years peared on the front page of the May 27 New The plan, drafted as part of an intensive policy review, reflects a conclusion that Iran from now Iran will be much more capable of York Times. The article cites recent State De­ posing a real threat to Israel and to Western partment remarks on Iran, reflecting a shift in must be isolated if it is to be prevented from emerging as a substantial threat to Western interests in the Middle East." both attitude and policy. State Department offi­ interest. Thus, the plan rejects Reagan and The review of United States policy toward cials have wisely pointed out the ever increas­ Bush Administration policies that offered to Iran was one of several dozen such studies re­ ing danger posed by the belligerent policies of reward Teheran for good behavior. quested by President Clinton shortly after he Iran toward the United States. took office. ABANDONING A BALANCE But the atmosphere surrounding it has As chairman of the House Republican Task Administration officials said the new ap­ been intensified by suspicions that Iran Force on Terrorism and Unconventional War­ proach aimed at denying Iran access to the might have had a role in the World Trade fare, I am pleased by the State Department's money and weapons needed to complete a Center bombing, Government officials say. change of attitude toward Iran. For several military resurgence. They said it was based Investigators have found that tens of thou- 11996 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 sands of dollars were wired from Iran to TRIBUTE TO E.I. "MIKE" On July 1, 1946, he was promoted to the bank accounts held by suspects in the bomb­ HOCKADAY rank of captain and placed in command of ing. the patrol's general headquarters in Jeffer­ son City. He was promoted to the rank of NO HELP LIKELY FOR REBELS HON. IKE SKELTON major and named assistant superintendent of Final details of the plan await White OF MISSOURI the patrol on May 1, 1953. He was named lieu­ House approval, Administration officials IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tenant colonel in 1957. From April of 1961 until September of 1961 say. But while Mr. Clinton made overtures to Thursday, May 27, 1993 the main Iranian opposition group before he Hockaday served as acting police chief of Kansas City, appointed by the later former took office, his advisers said there was no Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, today I pay tribute to an outstanding Missourian and per­ Gov. John M. Dalton. chance that the new policy would involve Upon the death of Col. Hugh Waggoner, closer ties with the group, the People's sonal friend, E.1. "Mike" Hockaday, who died on Friday, May 21, 1993. Col. Hockaday was named superintendent of Mujahedeen. the Missouri State Highway Patrol on Nov. The Administration has concluded that the Mike Hockaday was born on June 3, 1911, 16, 1965, by former Gov. Warren E. Hearnes. Mujahedeen's ties to Iraq and its terrorist . in Pleasant Hill, MO. He graduated from West­ Col. Hockaday served as patrol super­ attacks against Americans in the 1970's minster College in Fulton in 1935 and taught intendent until January of 1973, when he was make it an unacceptable partner. at the Algoa Intermediate Reformatory for 2 replaced by Sam C. Smith, who was ap­ pointed by former Gov. Christopher S. Bond. The officials also expressed little optimism years. On July 1, 1937, Mike Hockaday began his Col. Hockaday held numerous positions that the organized resistance or other do­ with the Missouri Peace Officers Association mestic unrest could force a significant long and successful career with the Missouri State Highway Patrol. In 1957 he was named and the Missouri Police Chiefs Association. change in the Iranian Government. They He also was a member of the International said they expected President Hashemi lieutenant colonel and served as acting police Association of Chiefs of Police. He was presi­ Rafsanjani to win re-election to a second chief of Kansas City during 1961. In Novem­ dent of the Missouri Peace Officers Associa­ four-year term in elections on June 11. ber 1965, he was named superintendent of tion in 1970 and executive vice president of Administration officials also said the Unit­ the Missouri State Highway Patrol, and served the International Association of Chiefs of ed States had rejected seeking an embargo as that until January 1973. In addition, Colonel Police in 1972. on sales of Iranian oil. the rebels have called Hockaday held numerous positions with the Col. Hockaday was a member of the Mis­ for such a ban, but the policy review con­ Missouri Peace Officers Association and the souri Academy of Squires. He also received cluded that it could not be enforced without Missouri Police Chiefs Association. In 1983, the Westminster College Distinguished Alumni Award. imposing a military blockade, a step Mr. Colonel Hockaday was elected as presiding Clinton's advisers are unwilling to take. Col. Hockaday was elected as presiding commissioner of the Cole County Commis­ commissioner of the Cole County Commis­ In outlining the effort to isolate Iran, Ad­ sion, which he held until December 1986. sion. He served from January of 1983 until ministration officials acknowledged that the Along with his many years of service to the December of 1986. task would be more difficult than the con­ Missouri State Highway Patrol, Mike Hockaday Active in several organizations, he was a tainment of Iraq, which carries the weight of was also active in many community activities. member and elder of the First Presbyterian United Nations sanctions. He was an elder of the First Presbyterian Church; a member and past president of the In March, an initial United States attempt Church, past president of the Jefferson City Jefferson City Rotary Club; a member of the to isolate Teheran failed when the World Board of Trustees of Memorial Community Rotary Club, member of the board of trustees Hospital, a member of the executive board of Bank overrode Washington's objections and of Memorial Community Hospital, executive approved a $165 million loan to upgrade trustees of Memorial Community Hospital; a Iran's electrical power system. But officials board of the Boy Scouts of America, and member of the executive board of the Boy who outlined the new policy said the United member of the law enforcement education ad­ Scouts of America; and a member of the Law States intended to amount an aggressive ef­ visory board. Enforcement Education Advisory Board. fort to persuade other countries of the dan­ E.I. Hockaday is survived by his wife, Col. Hockaday was a past president of the gers Iran poses. Cerese McQueen Hockaday; 2 daughters, Jo­ Jefferson City Salvation Army, a member of anne Czarlinsky of Jefferson City and Karen the board of directors of the Cole County Administration officials have begun to Historical Society and a member of the argue that Iran, which has borrowed $25 bil­ H. Avery of Overland Park; a sister, lsalind board of Alumni Council of Westminster Col­ lion in the last four years, is not a good in­ Terril of Pleasant Hill; 6 grandchildren and 10 lege. vestment. Teheran has already fallen $5 bil­ great-grandchildren. In addition to his wife, Col. Hockaday is lion behind on its payments, and the Admin­ E.I. Hockaday will not only be missed by his survived by two daughters, Mrs. Joanne istration intends to warn countries that go family and friends, but by his community as Czarlinsky of Jefferson City and Mrs. Karen ahead with sales of weapons and nuclear well. H. Avery of Overland Park; one sister, Mrs. goods that they run the risk of not being COLONEL HOCKADAY DIES AT AGE 81 Isalind Terril, Pleasant Hill; six grand­ paid. children and 10 great-grandchildren. E.l. "Mike" Hockaday, 81, former super­ Private graveside services and burial will Because of high inflation and unemploy­ intendent of the Missouri State Highway Pa­ ment, a senior Administration official said, be at Riverview Cemetery. trol and presiding commissioner of Cole Visitation will be at the First Presbyterian Iran was "more vulnerable than it has been County, died Friday at Meadowbrook Manor in the past or is likely to be in the future." Church from noon until 1 p.m. Monday. Nursing Home in Jefferson City. A memorial service will be at 1 p.m. Mon­ But he repeated Mr. Indyk's warning that He was born June 3, 1911, at Pleasant Hill, "this moment will not last long." day at the First Presbyterian Church, with a son of l.H. and Isa Orem Hockaday. the Rev. R.W. Beard officiating. The Central Intelligence Agency has On June 27, 1929, he was married at Horton, Memorial contributions may be made to warned that Iran may acquire a nuclear Kan., to the former Cerese McQueen, who the First Presbyterian Church or to the Ro­ weapon by the end of the decade. Its deals survives at the home. tary Foundation. with Russia and China for nuclear reactors A graduate of Pleasant Hill High school Arrangements are under the direction of are regarded with uneasiness by some Amer­ and a 1935 graduate of Westminster College Freeman Mortuary. ican analysts, who say the plants may be in Fulton, he taught school at the Algoa In­ being used as a cover to acquire sensitive termediate Reformatory for two years prior technology. to his appointment to the Missouri State Highway Patrol on July 1, 1937. PRESERVATION OF LIFE THROUGH A simultaneous Iranian buildup of conven­ He was placed in charge of the patrol's WATER RESOURCES PLANNING tional military forces has prompted similar crime laboratory in 1940, promoted to the ACT OF 1993 concern. While officials at the Defense Intel­ rank of sergeant in 1940 and to lieutenant in ligence Agency have said Teheran's $2 billion 1943. FRANKS military spending spree may be merely an ef­ He was a graduate of the FBI National HON. BOB fort to rebuild forces depleted during its Academy in 1944. He also attended various OF NEW JERSEY eight-year war with Iraq, purchases of Rus­ seminars on police work and lectured at the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sian submarines and a bid to buy top-of-the­ Missouri State Highway Patrol Academy. Thursday, May 27, 1993 line tanks have persuaded · other officials Col. Hockaday was a guest lecturer at the that Iran seeks to become the dominant Southern Police Institute at the University Mr. FRANKS of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, power in the Mideast. of Louisville. today I rise to introduce bipartisan legislation May 27, 1993 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 11997 which would direct the Army Corps of Engi­ well in his retirement. Mr. Speaker, I thank my Mr. Speaker, on June 3, 1993, family, neers to fully consider the prevention of the colleagues for joining me in recognition of Dr. friends, civic leaders, and the community of loss of human life when planning water re­ Richard H. Moy. Los Angeles will be gathered to honor Steve sources projects. D. Valdivia. It is with great honor and pride Mr. Speaker, currently the prevention of loss that I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting of life is not one of the main criteria in decid­ STEVE D. VALDIVIA HONORED Steve for his tireless and unselfish devotion to ing whether to proceed with a water resources the youth of Los Angeles County. project. As my colleagues may be aware, eco­ HON. F.STEBAN EDWARD TO~ nomic and environmental factors are weighed OF CALIFORNIA more heavily than the consideration of how IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CELEBRATING DR. TONY many lives a flood control project could poten­ Thursday, May 27, 1993 GONZALES' 40 YEARS IN EDU­ CATION tially save. In practice, this means that if you Mr. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to live in an affluent area prone to flooding, your recognize my good friend, Steve D. Valdivia. area is more likely to qualify for a flood control Steve is retiring from the Community Youth HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK project than a poor area. Conversely, if you Gang Services after 1O years of dedicated OF CALIFORNIA reside in a poor area with low property values, service. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that area probably would not qualify for a flood In 1970 the barrios of East Los Angeles Thursday, May 27, 1993 control project. My legislation would simply were in serious turmoil. Gang vendettas took help even this disparity by including the value lives in ever increasing numbers. In a move to Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I am here today of preventing the loss of life when the Army neutralize hostilities a group of gang leaders to pay tribute to a man vyho has given so Corps does its cosUbenefit analysis of a water and I arranged a truce in order to use the pe­ much to the people of California, Dr. Tony M. resources project. riod of peace to talk things out. We left town Gonzales. After dedicating 40 years to the Mr. Speaker, perhaps an even more disturb­ and took a weekend retreat in the San Gabriel field of education, he will retire this June. His ing fact is that the Army Corps factors in the Mountains. It was ther.e that we reached gift has been perhaps the greatest of all: The cost of livestock when deciding whether to agreement to work together and rebuild the gift of knowledge. build a flood control project, yet the Corps Maravilla housing project. Central to this A resident of Union City, CA, Tony served does not quantify human life in the same peace was the Cleland House and the 18- his country by spending both 3 years in the terms. In this century alone, tens of thousands year-old youth counselor Steve Valdivia. U.S. Air Force, and 2 years in the U.S. Army, of Americans have perished in floods. My col­ Steve has dedicated 1O years to the devel­ Through education, he has received almost as leagues may recall that recently four people in opment and betterment of Los Angeles' youth. many letters as the alphabet; Tony earned de­ Texas and Oklahoma died due to severe In 1970, he began his career as a youth coun­ grees from B.A. to M.A., and Ed.S. to Ph.D. flooding. Clearly, if the Corps can consider the selor at the Cleland House, an antigang com­ Tony has dedicated his professional life to loss of animals when determining the viability munity organization in East Los Angeles. sharing knowledge with others through contin­ of a water resources project, the Corps can In 1972, Steve was appointed executive di­ uous involvement in the educational process. also at least equally weigh human life. rector of Cleland House at age 22, then the A lifetime member of the National Education Mr. Speaker, I am pleased that Congress­ youngest executive director in a Los Angeles Association, he taught high school for 8 years, woman SHEPHERD, and Congressmen GALLO, County social service organization. Under his was an assistant high school principal for 4 SAXTON, MENENDEZ, MICA, and JEFFERSON direction and guidance, Cleland House be­ years, and principal himself for another 4. have joined me in introducing this legislation. came widely recognized as the leading institu­ Tony's dedication and commitment is exem­ I invite my colleagues to help rectify this in­ tion involved in antigang programs and activi­ plified through his work in the field of bilingual equity in the law by also cosponsoring this ties. In addition, through the cooperation of education. He both chaired and coordinated legislation. community residents, foundations and cor­ five northern California bilingual-multicultural porations, Cleland House raised over $4.2 mil­ conferences. Tony also cochaired the first lion for its reconstruction and renovation. California Association for Bilingual Education IN RECOGNITION OF DR. RICHARD In 1983, Steve was appointed by the Los [CABE] held in San Francisco. And 18 years H. MOY Angeles County Board of Supervisors to serve were spent hard at work as a director of bilin­ as the executive director of Community Youth gual education. HON. JERRY F. COSTEllO Gang Services. In this capacity, he imple­ I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring OF ILLINOIS mented the Community Youth Gang Services Dr. Tony Gonzales on the eve of his retire­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES target area strategy which offers a multifac­ ment. After 40 years in education, he de­ eted target area approach and combines gang serves both our warmest wishes and profound Thursday, May 27, 1993 intervention, community action, educational thanks. Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in and prevention activities in Los Angeles neigh­ recognition of Dr. Richard H. Moy, who is borhoods. Steve also initiated the Reduction of stepping down as the founding dean of the Street Violence Program [RSVP], which fo­ NATIONAL PREVENTIVE STRAT­ Southern Illinois University [SIU] School of cuses on the education, prevention, and en­ EGY FOR ADULT IMMUNIZA­ Medicine in September. Dr. Moy was selected forcement of antigang programs and services. TIONS to head Illinois' downstate medical school in Steve also volunteers his time as chairman 1969. He is presently the senior ranking dean of the Prevention Committee of the Los Ange­ HON. JOHN P. MURTHA among deans of the Nation's 126 medical les Inter-Agency Task Force; vice-chair of the OF PENNSYLVANIA schools. Los Angeles County Public Health Violence IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dr. Moy's mandate for the school to provide Prevention Coalition; member of the California humane and caring physicians for Illinois has District Attorney's Association; member of the Thursday , May 27, 1993 created many revolutionary ideas that are now Mayor's After School and Education Commit­ Mr. MURTHA. Mr. Speaker, President Clin­ standards for medical school accreditation. Dr. tee; and as a member of the executive com­ ton has spoken often about the need for in­ Moy is an active member of the Association of mittee of the United Way Roundtable on Gang creased childhood immunizations, and I'm American Medical Colleges and also. serves Violence. thankful for his voice in that critical area, how­ on the U.S. Medical Licensing Examination Steve has been recognized as an expert in ever there is another area that must not be Committee and the National Board of Medical the dynamics, prevention, and control of gang forgotten. Thousands of adults in the United Examiners. activity. His expertise has resulted in gang States die every year because of diseases Though he is giving up his position as sen­ prevention legislation at the local and national that can be prevented by vaccines. ior dean, Dr. Moy will become dean emeritus levels. In addition, Steve assisted in establish­ Partnership for Prevention, a nonprofit orga­ and continue to serve at SIU. I am thankful for ing the City of Los Angeles Youth Opportuni­ nization whose mission is to ensure that his contributions to SIU's School of Medicine ties Unlimited [Y.O.U.] Program; and managed health promotion and disease prevention re­ and to medical education in Illinois. I wish him the Sweep Up Los Angeles Program. ceives the same attention given to treatment 11998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 27, 1993 and diagnosis in addressing the Nation's as a paraprofessional at Public School 48, is camp inhabited by the oppressive, anti-West­ health care needs, has prepared a report a model of selfless-and joyful-devotion to ern regimes in Iran, Iraq, Libya, North Korea, which I and Senator DAVID PRYOR are distrib­ the children of her South Bronx community. and Syria. uting to our House and Senate colleagues. From her start in October 1967 until her re­ Although the longstanding conflict between The report contains some disturbing infor­ tirement last spring, Dominga Velez played an mation. The report states that up to 60 times increasingly important role in furthering the Pakistan and India over the Kashmir has more adults die from vaccine-preventable dis­ academic goals and supporting the emotional spawned allegations that Pakistan supports eases than children. The most alarming fact well-being of the children of her school. militant separatists involved in terrorist activity about this is that these deaths are prevent­ While her day-to-day responsibilities en­ in India, Pakistan has staunchly denied such able, and yet only 32 percent of Americans tailed assisting in bilingual an monolingual allegations. If concrete, irrefutable evidence over the age of 65 receive an annual influenza reading programs and helping the youngest exists that Pakistan provided material support vaccine. pupils in ~indergarten and prekindergarten ad­ to terrorists, surely the country should have Why are so few Americans properly immu­ just to school life, Mrs. Velez also worked been listed in the State Department's April nized? The report states that there are a num­ closely with administrators, counselors, teach­ ber of reasons, and heading the list of reasons 1993 report to Congress on global terrorism. ers and parents to coordinate the most healthy Pakistan's absence from the Department's list is the fact that adult susceptibility to infectious and productive learning environment for the diseases is not a national priority. There is no of state sponsors of terrorism certainly indi­ youngsters. well-organized, widely accepted advocacy ef­ Dominga Velez' contributions extended well cates that the picture on Pakistan is not clear. fort at the national level to promote adult im­ beyond her professional activities. An open Furthermore, Pakistan, by her recent ac­ munization coverage as there is for children. We can do our part by informing our con­ and loving woman, Mrs. Velez developed tions, has shown that she abhors the thought stituents about the need for those over the strong and lasting bonds of affection with stu­ of being stigmatized as a terrorist state. Dur­ age of 65, as well as adults with chronic con­ dents of all ages who turned to her in times ing the Afghanistan war, Islamic fundamental­ ditions, to visit the doctor or clinic to get a flu of joy and sorrow, confusion and confidence. ists from throughout the Arab region con­ shot annually. The youngsters of P.S. 48 could always count verged in Pakistan in preparation to joining the on Mrs. Velez when they needed her warm Secretary Shalala has taken a significant battle. After the war, many of these Islamic advice or sympathetic ear. first step by expanding Medicare coverage to fundamentalists remained in Pakistan and include annual influenza vaccinations, but in Mr. Speaker, on behalf of all the people who some may have become independently in­ order for this to be truly effective, we must know Dominga Velez I would like to express have a mechanism for informing each bene­ to all of my colleagues the profound respect volved in terrorist activity. To show her good ficiary that this benefit exists. and appreciation we will always have for her. faith, however, the Pakistan Government since I also believe that there is more the Federal April has been rounding up and deporting Government can do, and I look forward to these Arab fundamentalists en masse. OPPOSING INCLUSION OF PAKI­ working with my House and Senate col­ Given that Pakistan has never advocated leagues to establish a national strategy which STAN ON THE STATE DEPART­ support for anti-American propaganda nor includes a national tracking system which will MENT'S LIST OF TERRORIST enable health care providers to determine who STATES anti-Western rhetoric, and given that Pakistan has and has no received vaccinations. has always been a staunch ally of the United I would like to call on my colleagues to join HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMA VAEGA States in multilateral peacekeeping operations, me in this fight, ensuring that our Nation's el­ OF AMERICAN SAMOA including Desert Storm and Somalia, I believe derly and our Nation's children receive timely IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that our friends in Islamabad should be given "" 3.C';.:inations savi ng thousands of lives. the benefit of the doubt. Thursday, May 27, 1993 Mr. Speaker, I would strongly urge the ad­ Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I am IN TRIBUTE TO DOMINGA VELEZ ministration to take another look at Pakistan. honored today to join our esteemed colleague FOR HER 25 YEARS OF DEVOTED Our great Nation's present policy toward Paki­ ·rEACHING who spoke earlier, the gentlelady from Michi­ gan, the Honorable BARBARA-ROSE COLLINS, in stan is unfair, and I urge that we remove Paki­ urging the administration to change its unfair stan from the State Department's "active con­ HON.JOSEE.SERRANO treatment of a longstanding ally and friend of tinuing review" list and stop these threats to OF NEW YORK America-the nation of Pakistan. label Pakistan a terrorist state. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I, too, am deeply disturbed that the State Thursday, May 27, 1993 Department has threatened to classify Paki­ Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to stan as a "terrorist state," indicating an intent pay tribute to a woman whose 25 year career to throw Pakistan into the same unsavory