E816 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 4, 2020 my office extends special recognition to surgence of energy to the chapter. Through ships. He has also had seven players to com- women on the Central Coast who have made tireless effort and countless hours working pete professionally. Eddie finished his career a difference in our community. I would like to with staff, contacting members, recruiting part- as the winningest coach in SWAC history. recognize one outstanding Women of the Year ners, and securing financial support, Bruce Eddie has been inducted into the Marion Award recipient, Kathleen Baushke from Santa succeeded in bringing the chapter back to life, County Sports Hall of Fame, Jackson State Barbara, California. with a revitalized purpose for the health-based University Sports Hall of Fame, SWAC Hall of Kathleen has had an immeasurable impact advocacy community. Under Bruce’s leader- Fame, National Black Golfers Hall of Fame, on our community through her work address- ship he grew the chapter to nearly 1,000 and the African American Golf Association ing our community’s ongoing problem with members, making it one of the most produc- Hall of Fame. family homelessness. She is the longtime Ex- tive and successful in the country. Eddie is the Executive Director of the ecutive Director of Transition House, a multi- Bruce was vital in bringing a voice to the Payton Family Foundation, which has awarded faceted shelter, housing, and education non- most critical public health issues of our time 92 scholarships totaling over 3.1 million dol- profit based in Santa Barbara. Under her lead- including nuclear proliferation, climate change, lars. He is also a member of Phi Beta Sigma ership, Transition House assists more than and more. Bruce was integral in helping estab- Fraternity, Inc. and a member of the Mis- 400 people every year. Approximately 70 per- lish the largest anti-nuclear coalition of its kind sissippi Athletic Commission. cent of the families who work through Transi- in the country, the Washington Against Nu- Since his retirement, Eddie does his favorite tion House’s multi-stage programs move into clear Weapons Coalition. His dedication to past-times and can be found on the golf permanent housing: a success rate of which community health advocacy was unmatched course, fishing or hunting. few similar agencies can boast. and his expertise, passion, and efforts will be Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Beyond her work within Transition House, deeply missed by the entire community. The me in recognizing Mr. Eddie Payton for his Kathleen has consistently reached outside the state of Washington is lucky to have had such dedication and tenacity to serving the commu- agency to provide logistical support, program a thoughtful voice working for the greater nity and the desire to be an example for all. advising, and financial expertise to other orga- good. f nizations assisting those experiencing home- Madam Speaker, I thank Dr. Amundson for lessness. For example, Kathleen helped cre- his dedicated service to the Washington Chap- IN CELEBRATION OF THE 100TH ate the Landlord Liaison Program, within Tran- ter of Physicians for Social Responsibility BIRTHDAY OF PATRICIA sition House, that works with local landlords to where he never stopped working to bring the LEZOTTE QUICK house mainly homeless veterans and children. most pressing public health issues of our time Kathleen has served on the boards of other to light, and I wish him a happy retirement. HON. DEBBIE DINGELL related nonprofits in Santa Barbara, including f OF the St. Francis Foundation and Second Story, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING EDDIE PAYTON as well as on the advisory board of Storyteller Friday, September 4, 2020 Children’s Center. She is also a founding member of the advocacy group National Coali- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise tion for Homelessness Solutions. She appears OF MISSISSIPPI today to offer my heartfelt congratulations to regularly in the media, at political events, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Patricia Lezotte Quick as she celebrates her 100th birthday. This significant milestone is at community informational gatherings to ad- Friday, September 4, 2020 vocate for compassionate, thoughtful. positive worthy of commendation. help for families and children experiencing cri- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam Over the course of her lifetime, Patricia sis. As many as half of the homeless people Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable Quick has become a pillar of Rockwood. Patri- in America are families with children, and community servant, Mr. Eddie Payton. cia was born in the city on August 15, 2020, Kathleen has brought immense relief to this Eddie Payton, a native of Columbia, MS, is and remained in Rockwood for the next 96 vulnerable population, leading her agency, its a 1973 graduate of Jackson State University. years. As the only child of Edith and Eugene amazing staff, and hundreds of community While at Jackson State, Eddie was a four-year Lezotte, Patricia had a happy childhood play- volunteers toward ongoing solutions. letterman, three-year all SWAC player, SWAC ing with neighborhood friends, seeing movies, She is a worthy candidate for this honor and Offensive Player of the Year, Ebony All Amer- canoeing the Huron River, and taking the a role model for community leaders of all ican, and NAIA All American. inter-urban trolley from Rockwood to down- kinds. I am honored to recognize Kathleen for Eddie was an NFL running back and kick town . After receiving her license at the her continued commitment to improving our returner who played five seasons in the NFL age of 12, Patricia enjoyed driving her 1924 community and the residents of Santa Barbara from 1977 to 1982. He played for the Cleve- Hudson Super 6 to Detroit to shop at her fa- county. I ask all Members to join me today in land Browns, Detroit Lions, Kansas City vorite stores and occasionally treat herself to honoring an exceptional woman of California’s Chiefs, and Minnesota Vikings. In 1980, he led a famous Sander’s hot fudge cream puff. 24th Congressional District, Kathleen the NFL with 53 kickoff returns for 1,184 Throughout her youth, Patricia attended Rock- Baushke, for her incredible service to her yards. Eddie is one of three Detroit Lions to wood Elementary School, St. Mary’s Catholic community. register two touchdowns off returns in a single School, and Rockwood High School, where game. His 98 yard kickoff return for a touch- she sang in choir, played basketball, and stud- f down is the fifth longest in Detroit history, and ied Latin. She also took ballet lesson, and RECOGNIZING DR. BRUCE his 87 yard punt return stands as the third continued dancing throughout her 20s. At the AMUNDSON ON HIS SERVICE TO longest in franchise history. Eddie also played age of 18, Patricia began working at the Rock- THE WASHINGTON CHAPTER OF in the CFL for two seasons with the Ottawa wood Post Office. She rose to the position of PHYSICIANS FOR SOCIAL RE- Rough Riders and Toronto Argonauts and was assistant postmistress, and then served as su- SPONSIBILITY the first player signed in franchise history with perintendent of postal operations until retiring the Memphis Showboats of the WFL. in 1981. In 1940, she also worked as a U.S. HON. After retiring from the NFL, Eddie returned Census worker throughout Rockwood, Bran- OF WASHINGTON to Jackson State to take the helm of the men’s don Township, and Romulus. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES golf program. In 1995 he started the women’s In 1943, Patricia married her husband, John golf program. During his 30 years at Jackson Quick, and the two had an adventurous mar- Friday, September 4, 2020 State, his men’s golf team won 25 conference riage for 73 years before John’s passing in Mr. SMITH of Washington. Madam Speaker, championships and his women’s team won 16 2015. Together, they visited all 50 states, it is my privilege to rise to honor Dr. Bruce conference championships. Additionally, his every Mexican state, and each Canadian prov- Amundson on the incredible work he has done men’s team won 8 National Minority Cham- ince. Patricia is known for her optimistic atti- while serving on the Board of the Washington pionships and his women’s team won 4 Na- tude, love for nature and animals, and com- Chapter of Physicians for Social Responsibility tional Minority Championships. Eddie was passion for all. She has been active in animal (WPSR) and congratulate him on his retire- named SWAC Coach of the year 25 times and rescue, her church, community service, and ment. National Minority Coach of the Year 6 times. other civic organizations. Thanks to her im- Dr. Amundson was a member of the chapter Eddie’s teams made history by becoming the mense knowledge of the city and love of his- for 40 years and served as president in 2014. first teams from an HBCU to compete in the tory, Patricia was one of the founders of the As president he brought a much-needed re- NCAA Men’s and Women’s Golf Champion- Rockwood Area Historical Society in 1973 and

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She was a founding Board member of me in celebrating Patricia Lezotte Quick on Mr. KEVIN HERN of Oklahoma. Madam the local chapter of Boys Team Charity, a phil- her 100th birthday. I join with Patricia’s friends Speaker, I rise to honor the First District of anthropic organization that teaches young in extending my best and warmest wishes to Oklahoma’s August Veteran of the Month, men from 7th to 12th grade about the impor- her on this special day. I am proud to honor Major Rob Miller. tance of giving back to the community through her life, her accomplishments, and her invalu- An Artillery Officer in the United States Ma- volunteering. Anne has volunteered with nu- able contributions to our community. rine Corps, Major Rob Miller honorably served merous local organizations, including the our nation from 1983 to 1995. Major Miller is Goleta Public Library, Teen Court, Art from f a combat veteran who served during Oper- Scrap, the Santa Barbara Rescue Mission, ation Desert Storm. Upon returning home from Santa Barbara Bike Coalition, the Santa Bar- RECOGNIZING THE CONFIRMATION service, Major Miller followed his passion for bara Zoo, Santa Barbara Wildlife Care Net- OF REPRESENTATIVE JEAN service and has dedicated his life to public work, Montessori Center School, and the MAD FARMER-BUTTERFIELD TO THE education. Academy at Santa Barbara High School. NORTH CAROLINA EMPLOYMENT Major Miller is currently serving as the Su- Anne is humble about the extent of the SECURITY BOARD OF REVIEW perintendent of Bixby Public Schools. Pre- commitments she juggles and her importance viously, Rob Miller served at Sand Springs to the lives of her patients; she will always Public Schools and Jenks Public Schools. step up to help the community or a patient in HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD Throughout his twenty-eight years in edu- need. That incredible work ethic and spirit of cation, Rob Miller has earned numerous service has made Anne a beloved resident of OF NORTH CAROLINA awards. In 2015, he was the Oklahoma Middle the Central Coast. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES School Principal of the Year. He is also a Na- I ask all Members to join me today in hon- tional Association of Secondary School Prin- oring an exceptional woman of California’s Friday, September 4, 2020 cipals National Finalist. Rob Miller’s remark- 24th Congressional District, Dr. Anne Rodri- able commitment to serving the students and Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Madam Speaker, I rise guez, for her incredible service to her commu- families in our district is commendable. to recognize and celebrate the confirmation of nity. In addition to working as the Superintendent f Representative Jean Farmer-Butterfield to the of Bixby Public Schools, Miller is involved with North Carolina Employment Security Board of the local veteran community. He has hosted HONORING RATOYA GILMER Review. ceremonies honoring veterans for many con- Representative Farmer-Butterfield proudly secutive years on Veterans Day, and he has HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON represented Wilson County for nearly two dec- regularly participated in marathons honoring OF MISSISSIPPI ades in the North Carolina House of Rep- veterans. Miller is active in his community, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resentatives. During that time, she distin- where he is involved with his local church and Friday, September 4, 2020 guished herself as a committed public servant is a member of the Bixby Rotary Club. Rob Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam and advocate for the people of Wilson County. Miller answered the call to defend freedom Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable Farmer-Butterfield was celebrated by her across the globe and sacrificed whatever was public servant. Attorney RaToya Gilmer was peers on both sides of the aisle for her power- necessary in the name of that noble cause. born and raised in Edwards, Mississippi, and ful skills in negotiation and ability to find com- He continues to serve our country, community, still currently resides there. She earned a promise amongst her colleagues. In her time and his fellow veterans. It is my honor to rec- Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science serving in the North Carolina General Assem- ognize Major Rob Miller as the First Congres- from Tougaloo College. Attorney Gilmer grad- bly, she rightly developed a reputation as a sional District of Oklahoma’s August Veteran uated from the University of Mississippi School lawmaker capable of achieving goals through of the Month. of Law in May 2013. She was admitted to bipartisan agreement. f practice law in the state of Mississippi in Sep- As a Representative, she was a champion TRIBUTE TO DR. ANNE RODRI- tember 2013. She is currently the managing of mental health and substance abuse issues, GUEZ—CALIFORNIA’S 24TH CON- partner at Gilmer and Green Legal Group, public schools and early childhood education, GRESSIONAL WOMEN OF THE PLLC where the firm focuses on family law and personal injury cases. She is currently the and economic development in Wilson County YEAR President of the Magnolia Bar Association and throughout eastern North Carolina. For where she served as the community service nine consecutive terms, Wilson County resi- HON. SALUD O. CARBAJAL committee co-chair and President of the orga- OF CALIFORNIA dents voiced their approval of Farmer- nization. Butterfield’s zealous and impactful advocacy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES She is currently a member of the Mississippi for them and demonstrated their appreciation Friday, September 4, 2020 Bar Association, the Mississippi Association and confidence in her through their votes. Mr. CARBAJAL. Madam Speaker, each for Justice, the Metro Jackson Black Women Now, she will continue her long career of year, my office extends special recognition to Lawyers’ Association, the Mississippi Women public service on the Board of Review where women on the Central Coast who have made Lawyers’ Association, Women for Progress, her intellect and work ethic will benefit many a difference in our community through the and a member of the 33rd Class of Leader- across North Carolina. I commend Governor Women of the Year Award. I would like to rec- ship Greater Jackson. Cooper for his nomination of Representative ognize one outstanding Women of the Year Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Farmer-Butterfield and the General Assembly Award Recipient, Dr. Anne Rodriguez from me in recognizing Attorney RaToya Gilmer. for confirming her appointment. Santa Barbara, California. f Anne deserves to be recognized for her On behalf of the residents of the First Con- IN RECOGNITION OF CHARLES dedication and service to our community. As gressional District of North Carolina and espe- EZRA FERRELL one of only two gynecologic oncology sur- cially those in Wilson County, I thank Rep- geons that serve Santa Barbara and the sur- resentative Farmer-Butterfield for her many rounding communities, she has dedicated her HON. OF MICHIGAN years of dedicated service in the North Caro- entire professional life to surgery and care of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lina House of Representatives and wish her women with gynecologic and breast cancer. continued success on the North Carolina Em- When patients are in Dr. Rodriguez’s care, Friday, September 4, 2020 ployment Security Board of Review. they receive immense compassion, hope, and Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today in Congratulations, Jean. expertise. recognition of Charles Ezra Ferrell and his

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