June 10, 1997 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1173 families—including the Riadys of Indonesia—rep- would also like to extend best wishes to Mr. TRIBUTE TO HANS CHRISTIAN resent enormously important economic and strate- gic assets to the PRC’s leadership. Their huge net Oliver's descendents in this strong, stable, and ACKERMAN, RECIPIENT OF THE worth (measured by some observers to be in the tril- viable familyÐson, William H.L.; daughter, RHODES SCHOLARSHIP lions of dollars), their influence in their respective Gloria; granddaughters, Shelly and Krystal, countries and their ability to serve as indigenous and their husbands, Oran and Vincent; and surrogates, if not as ‘‘Fifth Columns,’’ for Beijing HON. HERBERT H. BATEMAN enormously complicates the task of responding to great-granddaughters, Kourtney and Madison; OF VIRGINIA China’s predations. and the next great-grandchild to be born in 8According to the London Sunday Times of 6 April December. May God continue to keep and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1997, ‘‘Norinco [is] a huge state-run arms manufac- bless each of you. turing conglomerate, which answers to the State Tuesday, June 10, 1997 Council, China’s cabinet. Norinco has been impli- f cated in the supply to Iran of strategic materials Mr. BATEMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to that could help the Islamic regime develop weapons OKLAHOMA CITY NATIONAL commend and congratulate Mr. Hans Christian of mass destruction. Its ultimate boss is Li Peng, MEMORIAL ACT OF 1997 Ackerman, a recipient of the prestigious China’s prime minister.’’ Rhodes scholarship. Hans, a graduate of f HON. FRANK D. LUCAS Menchville High School in Virginia's First Dis- TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM H. OLIVER, OF OKLAHOMA trict and a 1997 graduate of the College of AN OUTSTANDING, UPSTANDING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES William and Mary, is one of only 32 students AND UNDERSTANDING MAN Tuesday, June 10, 1997 nationwide to earn the much coveted scholar- ship in honor of philanthropist Cecil Rhodes. Mr. LUCAS of Oklahoma. Mr. Speaker, HON. DONALD M. PAYNE today I introduce legislation to establish a na- As an interdisciplinary studies major and a member of Phi Beta Kappa, Hans specialized OF NEW JERSEY tional memorial in Oklahoma City by establish- in molecular and cellular biology in college. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing the Oklahoma City National Memorial as a The Rhodes scholarship will enable him to Tuesday, June 10, 1997 unit of the National Park System and to des- ignate the Oklahoma City Memorial Trust. Few continue his research on infectious disease in Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, Thursday will events in the past quarter century have rocked Third World countries at Oxford University for mark a milestone in the life of one of my out- Americans perception of themselves and their the next 3 years. standing, upstanding, and understanding con- institutions, and brought together the people of Much of Hans' scientific curiosity and his stituents. This exceptional person is William H. our Nation with greater intensity than the April dedication to health in underdeveloped coun- Oliver. Mr. Oliver will celebrate his 85th birth- 19, 1995, bombing of the Alfred P. Murrah tries was fostered by living with his family in day on June 12. Federal Building in downtown Oklahoma City. Zaire for 7 years. As a child, Hans witnessed Mr. Oliver has lived in East Orange, NJ for The results of the explosion resulted in the the ravages of rubella and malaria throughout 46 years. He is a native of Chase City, VA deaths of 168 people. Families and survivors the African populations and was disquieted by where he grew up. A true believer in the struggled and continue to struggle with the the inability to prevent such rampant disease. strength of family, Mr. Oliver has dedicated his suffering around them and with their own Last summer, Hans returned to Africa for 7 life to raising and supporting a family that con- physical and emotional injuries which ulti- weeks as a volunteer with the Kenya AIDS tinues to grow in terms of number, scope, and mately shaped their life beyond April 19. Al- Non-Governmental Organizations Consortium. purpose. Mr. Oliver's family reaches beyond though, these losses and struggles are per- In Kenya, he spent his time as an AIDS edu- his blood line and includes his church family sonal, they resulted from a public attack and cator and helped administer polio vaccina- and the community-at-large. are shared with the community, the Nation, tions. Mr. Oliver is a very active man. He is thank- and the world. The response of Oklahoma's As a result of his upbringing and his experi- ful for his good health and uses his energy public servants and private citizens, and those ences, Hans intends to dedicate his life to pre- and resources to better himself and the world throughout the Nation, remain as a testament ventive care medicine as a primary care pro- around him. He is a deacon and the treasurer to the sense of unity, compassion, heroism, vider in underdeveloped countries. of his church, Messiah Baptist Church, East that characterized the rescue and recovery fol- Hans' academic success an spirit of vol- Orange. He has held these positions for more lowing the bombing. unteerism are matched only by his achieve- than 20 years. His church activities have also Due to the national and international impact ments in the field of music. While at the Col- included being a member of the trustee board, and reaction, the Federal character of the site lege of William and Mary, he actively partici- the male chorus, and past chairman of the of the bombing, and the significant percentage pated in the of the College a cap- Flower Guild. His religion and the love and of the victims and survivors who were Federal pella group, the William and Mary Choir and teachings of Jesus have helped to sustain and employees, the Oklahoma City Memorial will the Early Music Ensemble. refresh him. He is also a Master Mason. His be established, designed, managed, and Hans has demonstrated outstanding scho- lodge, Jeptha 56, is very fortunate to have him maintained to educate present and future gen- lastic achievement, a dedication to the preven- involved in their activities. erations, through a public-private partnership, tion of the spread of deadly disease, and a When we become older our relationships to work together efficiently and respectfully in commitment to improving health care in under- with our children sometimes change, the pro- developing a national memorial relating to all developed countries. His variety of interests vider/dependent roles are switched. That is aspects of the April 19, 1995, bombing in prove him to be a strong role model for any not the case in Mr. Oliver's life. His two chil- Oklahoma City. The character of Oklahomans young American. In view of this young man's dren, William H.L. and Gloria are both accom- continue to be on display in their asking the special achievements, a hope you will join me plished, caring, and committed individuals who Federal Government for financial assistance in congratulating Mr. Hans Christian Ackerman serve the law enforcement community. His on this project. Although the memorial will on being chosen as one of the America's son is captain of investigators with the Essex need approximately $24 million to be estab- Rhodes scholars. County Prosecutor's Office and his daughter is lished, Oklahomans are asking that legislation lieutenant with the East Orange Police Depart- establish the Oklahoma City National Memo- f ment. They use their careers to truly serve, rial as a unit of the National Park System and protect, and guide. What is wonderful about authorize only $5 million in Federal funding. GAVE THIS these two is their relationship with their dad. In addition to the proposed Federal money, OWNER THRILL OF A LIFETIME They proudly and constantly display their love the Oklahoma City Memorial Foundation is and respect. It is not uncommon for them to seeking $5 million from the Oklahoma State seem like the boy and girl of their youth when Legislature and $14 million in private dona- HON. CLIFF STEARNS it comes to their dad. tions. The memorial will encompass the OF FLORIDA Captain Oliver can be seen raptly listening Murrah building site, Fifth Street between Rob- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to advice from his experienced elder. Lt. Oliver inson and Harvey, and the sites of the Water Tuesday, June 10, 1997 can be overheard extolling the virtues of her Resources and the Journal Record buildings. dad and saying how fortunate she is to have Both National Park Service and non-park serv- Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, a former col- him around. ice personnel will staff the grounds. league, Congressman Tom Evans has cap- Mr. Speaker, I am sure my colleagues will I ask that my colleagues join me in support- tured the essence of horseracing in America. want to join me as I wish Mr. William H. Oliver ing such a worthy piece of legislation. It is the I'm pleased to make this part of the RECORD a happy birthday and happy Father's Day. I right thing to do. because of its significance. E1174 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 10, 1997 [From the Daily Racing Form, June 7, 1997] probably caused by his all-out desire to win out their lives to see the fruits of their work CAPTAIN BODGIT GAVE THIS OWNER THRILL OF in Baltimore. Although the news was bad, I disappear into Uncle Sam's pockets. A LIFETIME believe most all of us feel that we are indeed That is why today I am introducing the Fam- (By Thomas B. Evans Jr.) fortunate to have had such a marvelous ex- ily Farm and Small Business Estate Tax Relief perience. ‘‘My Old Kentucky Home,’’ so symbolic of Although I had dreamed of owning a horse Act of 1997. This bill will raise the current ex- all that the represents, was in Kentucky Derby, I never thought it would emption for family-owned farms and small a song I had always loved to sing on many happen. I will always be thankful of the businesses from $600,000 to $1.5 million. It trips to Louisville the first Saturday in May. thrill of owning even a small part of such a will also index the exemption to inflation, This year it was even more special, but I wonderful horse. something that should have been done a long could only finish the first few lines. I’m sure These great 3-year-olds produced sensa- it was in part because it’s so unlikely that I time ago. tional racing and thrilled millions on tele- The current estate tax is an unfair double would ever again have the chance to sing it vision. In the process, they have done a lot of as an owner, albeit only a small percentage tax on assets generated through income that racing, which adds so much to has already been taxed. It is a disincentive to one, of a wonderful horse like Captain so many communities in the United States. Bodgit. From a purely practical standpoint, thor- saving, hard work and entrepreneurship. Cur- The shared excitement and joy felt by the oughbred racing accounts for hundreds of rent policy undermines everything that is great many owners of Captain Bodgit was con- thousands of jobs and hundreds of millions in about America: family, ingenuity, hard work, tagious and added to his increasing popu- revenue, not to mention the great enjoyment and providing for the economic security of our larity and to the excitement of the moment. it brings to so many. As I glanced at the tote board indicating the children. It is sad about Captain Bodgit’s injury, but There are thousands of Americans across odds, the Captain was clearly the favorite of a friend and avid racegoer put it in perspec- the majority at Churchill Downs as well. I this country that play by the rules and work tive for me when he said, ‘‘Just think, Cap- hard only to be faced with the prospect that was aware of the crowd, and through tears, tain Bodgit will have a new girlfriend every also of the many people offering encourage- day.’’ I only hope that his offspring will be their very success will saddle their children ment and good luck. However, my thoughts bred here in America. That way we can look with a burden so great that it will force them were of the sacrifice, the discipline and hard forward to seeing young Captain Bodgit giv- to abandon the only livelihoods they have ever work that it took to get to the Kentucky ing us some of the same thrills and display- known. Derby. ing the same stamina and courage and the According to the Congressional Research I thought of the young trainer. Gary great Captain did for all too short a time. Service 70 percent of family owned busi- Capuano, I was standing behind, and Captain Bodgit’s grooms, and exercise rider. Sammy f nesses do not survive to the second genera- Davis, all of whom cared so much about Cap- tion and 87 percent do not survive to the third. tain Bodgit. I thought of the passion with FAMILY FARM AND SMALL BUSI- This is wrong and it must stop. The Family which the Captain approached his races and NESS ESTATE TAX RELIEF ACT Farm and Small Business Estate Tax Relief his workouts and the marvelous example OF 1997 Act is good for our economy, is good for fami- that sets for everyone. lies and is good for America. Years of going to the races and enjoying HON. BOB ETHERIDGE I would like to take this opportunity to thank many great times at Derbys past could never the National Federation of Independent Busi- prepare you for this incredible moment OF NORTH CAROLINA played out in two electrifying minutes in ar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness (NFIB) and the North Carolina Farm Bu- reau for their support of my legislation. NFIB guably the greatest classic in American Tuesday, June 10, 1997 sports. From my own perspective, the anxi- and the NC Farm Bureau understand the im- ety that accompanies political campaigning Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, today I am portance of preserving family-owned busi- cannot compare with the anxiety you feel in introducing legislation designed to help pre- nesses. the days, hours and minutes leading up to serve and protect our Nation's most valuable With the right policies we can strengthen the Kentucky Derby. assets: Families and Family-Owned Busi- and preserve the family owned business in I thought of so much in those few minutes America. I urge my colleagues to join me in before the race, including the marvelous sup- nesses. port of racing fans, friends and family, and Family-owned farms and small businesses support of this important legislation initiative. some of my former colleagues in Congress— are the backbone of my State and our Nation. f They employ our people, generate economic all of whom I knew were rooting for Captain ARMY BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE Bodgit. I thought of my mother and father growth and strengthen our communities. How- and the many fun times we had at Delaware ever, Uncle Sam has socked it to family- Park. As the starting gate opened, the ex- owned businesses over the years with in- HON. JOHN M. McHUGH hilaration and rush of adrenalin I felt were creasing regulations and taxes. Families are OF NEW YORK almost beyond comparison. finding it harder and harder to continue operat- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The stirring stretch drives of the Captain Tuesday, June 10, 1997 and the courage he displayed along with Free ing the family business. House and will forever be One of the largest obstacles to staying in Mr. MCHUGH. Mr. Speaker, I would like my etched in my mind. Taking nothing away business for families is Federal estate taxes or colleagues here in the House of Representa- from any of the other horses, and especially death taxes. Before a family has even had the tives to join me in recognizing the birthday of Silver Charm and Free House, I will always opportunity to properly mourn the passing of a the United States Army. June 14, 1997 marks believe in my heart that our horse could loved one they must begin to face the task of the Army's 222 years of service to the United have won both races with any degree of rac- settling the estate. Often a family must endure ing luck. States of America. Being forced to change leads in the stretch two deaths; the death of a loved one followed For 222 years, our Army's purpose has robbed him of his momentum in the Derby, by the death of a business. With tax rates as been to fight and win our nation's wars. Ameri- and still, he lost by only a head. Drawing a high as 55 percent on assets in excess of ca's Army exists to give the nation decisive post position in the Preakness next to a very $600,000, death taxes can sap the lifeblood victory on the battlefield and wherever else the nervous and fractious horse did not help his out of a family-owned business and in many nation needs them. Decisive victory today start in that race. Starting from 13 lengths cases force the sale of the entire business to means more than simply destroying the army behind at Pimlico is difficult to make up, es- settle up with the IRS. Family farms and small of an opponent. It can take many forms: sav- pecially on a track that was not kind to clos- businesses are frequently cash poor but rich ers. ing lives by producing and delivering clean All day long, the track favored speed; in assets such as land and equipment. The water to Rwandan refugees, restoring democ- therefore Captain Bodgit’s sensational close current $600,000 exemption can often be racy in Haiti, or keeping the peace in Bosnia. at the end to lose by only a neck was all the eaten up in the increased value of land which Whatever the mission, the nation turns to the more remarkable. The courage he displayed often has no correlation to the income gener- Army for help during crises, and the Army de- in the last 70 yards of the Preakness was ating value of the business. livers success. truly unbelievable, and without detracting Small businesses and family farm make up The key to the Army's success has been its from the superb talents of Silver Charm, 98 percent of all businesses in North Carolina willingness to change, to meet the world as it Free House or , I believe the Bel- and employ over 50 percent of all workers in is, while remaining constant in its selfless mont at a mile and a half was Captain Bodgit’s race. North Carolina. The $600,000 exemption is service and its dedication to duty, honor and Sadly and unfortunately, we will never too low and places a burden on some family- country. These are not mere words; they are know. Out dreams were shattered when word owned businesses so severe they cannot sur- codes by which the Army lives. General Doug- came of Captain Bodgit’s injury, which was vive. People labor too long and hard through- las MacArthur, in 1961, summed it up best