September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1727 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

GPO—A NETWORK READY FOR THE printed at the GPO’s downtown Washington, nologies—an intriguing mix of old and new. FUTURE D.C., headquarters. Hand binding and page-end marbling of some With three buildings containing almost 35 books, along with hand-set type for gold acres of floor space, the GPO is a massive op- stamping, contrast sharply with the GPO’s HON. STENY H. HOYER eration. It generates $800 million a year and fiber-optic connections to Capitol Hill, CD OF MARYLAND employs 3,830 people. In addition to printing recorders and computers numbering into the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for Congress, the GPO also handles most ex- hundreds. ecutive branch printing. Friday, September 27, 1996 The GPO receives Senate proceedings via A HEAVY LOAD fiber-optic transmission from Capitol Hill for Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Some examples of the GPO’s workload are: up to half of the Senate portion of the recognize the work conducted by a very im- The Federal Register, a daily publication Record. Drafts of new legislation are re- portant and often forgotten office which serves that contains about 200 pages and has a press ceived digitally from the House and Senate run of 23,000. Congress each and every day. The Govern- Legislative Counsel’s office. About 80 per- The U.S. Budget, which is produced under cent of the Register is transmitted to the ment Printing Office [GPO] has seen vast tight security and updated up until the last GPO by laser beam from the Office of the changes in its 136 years of service to the minute. Federal Register. Congress and was recently acknowledged for Daily business calendars for the House of Representatives and Senate. They are about ‘‘We’re a 20th-century agency moving into its ability to reach toward the future in the the 21st,’’ comments DiMario. The GPO is much respected trade publication In-Plant 16 pages long at the beginning of a session and more than 200 pages by the end. constantly exploring alternate methods of Graphics. The President’s annual economic report, a document dissemination, like CD–ROM and I would like to share this article with my col- 400-page publication. multi-media, depending on the needs of cus- leagues and the public, as I believe it aptly U.S. passports are also produced under tomers. captures the breadth of the work conducted by tight security. ‘‘We’re attempting to be the multimedia the GPO and addresses the great resource But with more than 10,000 copies required producer of government publications, and the GPO is to the Government. The Govern- by 9 a.m. every morning that Congress is in we’re restructuring the agency along those session—even when sessions stretch through ment Printing Office and the employees who lines,’’ DiMario continues. ‘‘That does not the night to the following day—the Congres- diminish the value of in-plant production of do the work stand ready and prepared to deal sional Record takes top priority among the paper products, although we recognize that with the challenges they face ahead, but more jobs printed by the GPO. in time that need is going to go down.’’ importantly, the GPO stands ready to meet its The Record is also available online on the mission of doing the Government's printing in World Wide Web (http://www.access.gpo.gov) THE PUSH TO PRIVATIZE a timely and cost-effective manner. within an hour from the time the final page Though the GPO’s high-tech capabilities is sent to the pressroom. So far, users have may be impressive, certain government fac- GPO: NETWORKED, MODERNIZED, AND READY downloaded an average of 2 million docu- tions, caught up in the privatization fervor, FOR THE FUTURE ments per month from 58 databases, which see them as extravagant and are gunning to (As the king of all in-plants, the 136-year-old include the Record, the Register and other close the GPO, calling it wasteful. They be- Government Printing Office is a slimmer, documents. lieve that government printing should be more modern version of its former self— ‘‘We’re able to make electronic products contracted out to the private sector, sup- but challenges still remain) available to everyone,’’ remarks DiMario. In posedly saving the government millions. (By Bob Neubauer) addition to offering Web, modem and telnet It’s not that easy, Sherman cautions. availability of documents, he says, the GPO As darkness wraps itself tightly around the ‘‘We have expressed skepticism that a runs the Federal Depository Library pro- nation’s capital, the keyboard operators at similar capability exists in the private sec- gram, making government publications the Government Printing Office (GPO) tor,’’ he notes. available through a network of 1,400 libraries glance anxiously from their computer termi- First of all, the GPO already outsources up nals toward the U.S. Capitol dome, visible across the country. Most of the work that goes into the to 80 percent of its printing. What is retained through their windows. could not easily be handled by an outside Atop the dome glows a light. When it’s on, Record, acknowledges Robert Schwenk, su- perintendent of the electronic photo- supplier. Producing the Record, for exam- Congress is in session. When Congress is in ple—with page counts fluctuating from 10 to session, every detail of its proceedings is composition division, involves generating the electronic database. Tasks such as a record 1,912 pages, and source material ar- being transcribed and delivered to the folks riving in many different forms, including in this room to be input into the Congres- keyboarding, proofing, revising, assembling and electronic composing make up about two handwritten notes—by 9 a.m. every day, sional Record database. would be a challenge for even the largest When the light goes out, it means the end thirds of the cost of producing the Record. Printing is done on a trio of new Rockwell printer. is in sight, and soon their frenzied web presses that were designed especially for keyboarding will be over for another day. The GPO is staffed to handle those heavy the GPO. They can robotically handle all Sometimes the light stays on for a long, workloads but has enough other work, such bundles and automatically strap them. When long time. That’s the nature of life at the as bills or hearings, to keep employees busy the webs aren’t being used for the Record, GPO. The 9-to-5 life is not part of the deal. when the Record is smaller. Could a private the Register is keeping them busy. printer keep a sizable staff on hand just to be Long after the dome light goes dark and the There is always plenty of work to be done Record database has been compiled, prepress prepared for the busy times? at the GPO to keep the equipment in action, If the Record were contracted out, the and press workers are wide awake, hustling and priorities change constantly throughout to convert this digital data to plates and get printer would also be responsible for convert- the day. Jobs are occasionally even pulled off ing the data and making it available on the the Record printed and delivered to Congress of presses so that more important ones can by 9 a.m. Web each day. And with so much data com- be done. ing in from Congress via fiber-optic connec- And with the average Record comprising ‘‘The work has to be done to meet, first tions, private sector printers would have to more than 200 pages—about the same and foremost, legislative, congressional pri- equip themselves with the same technologies amount of type as four to six metropolitan orities,’’ notes GPO Staff Assistant Andrew and be provided with access to Congress’ net- daily newspapers—this is a daunting task in- Sherman—even if that means wasting part of work. deed. a job and throwing the schedule off. The GPO has been handling congressional GPO employees, DiMario observes, have In fact, with so much sharing of informa- printing since 1860, after experiments with adapted well to this environment and are a tion between the Record and various bills, contract printing failed miserably. Much has hard-working lot. reports and other government databases, pri- changed. ‘‘They really do believe they’re doing im- vate contractors would require access to nu- Today, under the leadership of Public portant work to serve the public,’’ he says. merous currently secure government net- Printer Michael DiMario, up to 80 percent of ‘‘They’re very proud of the products they works. The security of other documents, the GPO’s work is procured from the private produce.’’ such as the Budget of the United States and sector, leaving only complex, time- and secu- The GPO employs a vast assortment of dig- the President’s annual Economic Report, rity-critical work like the Record to be ital and traditional graphic arts tech- would also be put to a test.

∑ 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. E1728 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 Sherman points out that the GPO has al- [From the Savannah Morning News, Aug. 31, Justice Clarence Thomas is a prime example ready been busy scrutinizing itself and cut- 1996] of their thought policing at its worst. ting back on printing to save money. Be- (By Nadra Enzi) Because his views and judicial decisions tween 10,000 and 12,000 copies of the Record differ from theirs, he is openly and crudely ORDINARY CITIZENS COMBAT RACIST GRAFFITI are now being produced, compared with denounced as not being a ‘‘brother,’’ or, it 18,000 a year ago. Many GPO regional plants Editor: On May 22, while walking through seems, is undeserving of basic respect. have been or are about to be closed. Since Myers Park, an excited group of black girls Is their vision of a ‘‘community’’ a ‘‘black February 1993 the GPO has slashed its work called me over to its beautiful gazebo. space’’ (to quote Cornel West), where differ- force by about 900 positions, saving $45 mil- Puzzled, I strolled toward them and was ing ideas are condemned without even a mo- lion annually. treated to what they saw: intricate (not run- ment’s consideration? It doesn’t seem too of-the-mill) white supremacist symbols, slo- liberating or much improvement from the SERVICE STILL TAKES PRIORITY gans and generally racist statements lit- strictures of the plantation and Jim Crow Though the GPO continues to be a target erally covered the gazebo’s floor, railing and America. of well-meaning legislators, Sherman support beams. Justice Thomas is a prime example of how stresses that the organization’s main inter- Satisfied that adult attention was brought fanatical, anti-individualists can place some- est is serving the public, not merely fighting into the matter, they left, leaving me with a one in exile for the heresy of thinking dif- for survival. particularly golden opportunity to take ac- ferently. It is hard to believe that people ‘‘Our job is to help everyone perform the tion against an act of hate speech per- who trumpet freedom all the time would mission of getting printing requirements petrated in the heart of my historically pre- deny it so callously. performed as cost effectively and in as time- dominant black community. Recently, a black Prince George’s County, ly a manner as possible—and granting public Given the gazebo’s proximity to a nearby Md., school board member nearly succeeded access,’’ he notes. ‘‘If people have got ways black church, I immediately walked there, in barring Justice Thomas from addressing to do that mission better, we want to cooper- wondering if this graffiti was connected to an honors ceremony at an area school. This ate with them. the black church burning campaign occur- contemptible act should serve as a textbook ring nationally. case in how low the monolith-pushers have ‘‘In some cases legislation is offered with- After showing its three occupants the sunk! out a great deal of research being put into scene, one of them, retired high school prin- Individualism is one of the best options what the possible consequences will be,’’ he cipal Richard Mole, called the police. available to us as we progress past yester- continues. ‘‘Our job is to point out those con- A unit arrived and its lone officer, also day’s artificially imposed limitations. Each sequences.’’ black, was so disturbed by what he saw that of us is a committee of one whose mission is Sherman advises government in-plant goose bumps raised on his arms. to develop his potential and contribute those managers who are facing similar scrutiny to Contacting his supervisor, who personally competencies to the cause we hear so much be open and cooperative with their chal- inspected the scene, including a note left be- about. lengers. Make sure to be recognized as a hind, we were told that an investigation If liberation is truly the song we strive to knowledgeable printing authority, not mere- would be launched. sing, then individualism must be one its ly a scared manager fighting for his or her The next morning I called the city’s Lei- stanzas. It is not treasonous to diverge from job. Carefully analyze all proposals. sure Services Department, which referred my the group. In fact, advancement comes from ‘‘If something looks good and looks like complaint to the direct of Park and Trees. generating new ways of addressing reality. it’s going to work, than get behind it,’’ he He personally called and told me that he’d One definition of insanity is doing the advises. On the other hand, if the proposal is have a crew there to photograph and remove same thing and expecting different results. flawed, ‘‘don’t be afraid to characterize the the graffiti later that morning (which he Obviously, this isn’t the best course to effects as you really see them.’’ Still, he did). choose on the eve of a new century and mil- adds, be prepared to make changes that may Later, a white male teen was arrested at lennium. seem painful at first, but that may prove the nearby McDonald’s for defacing its men’s The anti-individualists, in their crusade smart later on. room in the same fashion. against this perspective, try to ghettoize in- In addition to challenges from pro-privat- It is the personal responsibility of myself dividualism as belonging exclusively to ization forces, the GPO faces other possible and every person of goodwill to ensure that black conservatives. In this way, they at- roadblocks. A Justice Department opinion this sort of criminal receives the maximum tempt to limit its impact to the relatively released in May said that the GPO’s printing punishment possible. Otherwise, the crime few but growing members of that philosophy. of executive branch documents is unconsti- receives a (pun intended) hoodwink and a Individualist tendencies exist among peo- tutional. Yet the public printer, head of the high-five. ple of every class in black society. Not being GPO, is appointed by the President, chief of a Republican or a conservative is not an the executive branch. And an April White [From the Savannah Morning News] automatic admission that one is anti-indi- House memo directed executive departments AFRICAN-AMERICANS SHOULD SHED GROUP- vidualist. It is an outlook gloriously inde- and agencies to ‘‘make maximum use of the THINK pendent of other affiliations. capabilities and expertise of the Government (By Nadra Enzi) One becomes an individualist simply by choosing so. This choice is the result of rea- Printing Office in handling your agency’s African-Americans have been a unit of printing and duplicating procurements.’’ The son, instead of emotion. forced cohesion in this country. Slavery After declaring yourself one, watch the effects of the Justice Department’s opinion forced different tribal ethnicities to become are still unclear. shouting and name calling erupt from the a corporate entity and this entity’s evo- other side and please remember that, sadly, So for the time being, the work is still lution has led to the national community ex- one of the difficult propositions for many flowing in, keeping the GPO’s presses and isting today. white and black people to accept is the sight other equipment in high gear. We face the frankly exciting opportunity of a black person who thinks for himself. And as long as that light in the Capitol to advance beyond the once-necessary group- Individualism can be the new middle- dome keeps shining and Congress keeps think that was the hallmark of much of our ground that joins homeboys, Buppies, meeting, Sherman and his coworkers intend past strategy. This opportunity, however, is hoochie mamas, nationalists, patriots, and to throw themselves full-force into the task not being welcomed with open arms by cer- every other identifiable community subset of getting the government’s printing done on tain segments of our community. in the common cause of freeing what is best time and as inexpensively as possible. It is worth mentioning that the very and original within each one of us without phrase ‘‘individualism’’ is often considered waiting for any self-appointed ‘‘massuh’’ to f to be synonymous with greed and ethnic dis- give his unasked-for approval. loyalty. After all, if I can dictate your develop- POINTS TO CONSIDER This misperception is used by those en- ment, then I essentially own you. Is trading trenched interests (the civil Reich establish- white slavemasters and discriminators for ment, street corner revolutionaries, social black ones really an improvement? HON. JACK KINGSTON program profiteers and others) who benefit from our current thinking. [From the Savanah Morning News] OF GEORGIA It is also worth noting that not all civil AFRICAN-AMERICAN VOTERS MUST HAVE A BIG IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rights advocates, black nationalists, pro- TENT gram workers and others fall into this group. Thursday, September 26, 1996 In fact, the rank and file in their number (By Nadra Enzi) Editor: There is an aching need for Afri- Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, I'm submitting should not be considered as blindly approv- ing of the antics from on high. can-Americans to rid ourselves of the truly the following, written by Nadra Enzi. These Our community, even now, is not the stupid notion that one’s community mem- appeared in the Savannah Newspress and monolith that the above-mentioned interests bership can legitimately questioned if one certainly make strong points for our society market us as being. For instance, their con- commits the unpardonale offense of not and government to consider. tinued demonization of U.S. Supreme Court being a Democrat. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1729 It seems as if we are not free to exercise who have distinguished themselves through ness Improvement District, Maria has encour- differing opinions and entertain alternative their exceptional achievements on the base- aged and implemented the revitalization of our political affiliations in pursuit of the same ball diamond. Through their outstanding exhi- Jamaica Avenue shopping strip. As a result of goals. Recently, the mayor of Savannah (a black bition of athletic performance and sportsman- her efforts, she has attracted quality busi- Democrat) was quoted in your newspaper as ship, these individuals serve as reminders of nesses and improved security and lighting having said, ‘‘Colin Powell is the most dan- what can be accomplished when people work along the commercial strip. gerous African-American in the nation.’’ together for a mutual goal. As a testament to her dedication to the One hopes this was an error on the part of Baseball has long been the national pas- community, when Engine Company No. 294 the reporter, If not, it is yet another re- time. Although the sport has provided enjoy- closed due to New York City budget cuts, minder of how vicious the anti-diversity at- ment to those who had played it intramurally, Maria Thomson worked as first cochairman of titude is among some of us. the earliest organized game took place in what the committee to save Engine Company No. Would the names of icons like Frederick Douglass, Jesse Owens, Jackie Robinson, is now my district on June 19, 1846 on the 294. Eventually, this fire engine company was Zora Neale Hurston or even Sir Charles Bar- Elysian Fields in Hoboken. From the first pitch, reopened to restore safe living conditions for kley need to be stricken from the hearts and it was obvious that this new sport would have area residents. minds of admiring African-Americans be- a tremendously positive effect on all future Those in the Woodhaven community have cause they are (gasp!) Republicans? participants. This can be seen in the young come to recognize Maria Thomson's name as If so, then former NAACP Executive Direc- men who took part in the International Base- a household word because of her sincere in- tor Benjamin Hooks would have to be ball Tournament in Breda, Holland. terest and dedication to community better- striken from the record of his organization, The multi-national celebration of baseball ment. She is known to always be ready to because he too is a Republican. One can only wonder how far the anti-di- took place from August 18 to 26. The River lend an ear and a hand to anyone who asks versity klan will go in its unholy war Vale American Legion team was the only for her assistance. It is for all these reasons against those of use who choose not to ride American team to participate in the tour- which I take great pride in recognizing Mrs. the donkey in the future. What is so criminal nament. Other countries which competed in Maria Thomson as true community hero. I about now following liberal policies whose the week-long activity included Russia, Italy, urge my colleagues to recognize her and wish good intentions have been outstripped by an France, Germany and Holland, the host coun- her well in all of her future endeavors. unsocial program plantation that nutates try. While in Holland, the players lived with na- f motivation into increasingly depressing, tive families, toured various cities and at- even dangerous, directions? CONGRATULATIONS TO UNION- The inner city has been the testing ground tended a number of social functions. The group of 12 young men who success- TOWN, PA, AS IT MARKS ITS for schemes whose damage to health human 200TH BIRTHDAY potential rivals even the programs of the fully represented the United States included: Austrian paperhanger and Karl Marx’s step- Steven Batista, Michael Della Donna, Seth children. Jason Testa, Craig De Vincenzo, Luke Frezza, HON. FRANK MASCARA Essentially, paying poor women to have Mathew Kent, Michael Wren, Scott Clark, Mi- OF PENNSYLVANIA more fatherless children and providing end- chael Russini, Russell Romano, Thomas IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES less excuses for community criminals whose Lamanowicz, and Thomas King. Each athlete lethal adventures in the ‘‘hood amass body Thursday, September 26, 1996 earned the respect of his peers. Joseph counts that would be unacceptable in other Mr. MASCARA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to communities are far from being acceptable Pistone and Thomas De Vincenzo coached measures of one’s ‘‘blackness.’’ them to their undefeated, 10±0, tournament- take a moment today to congratulate the resi- Still, the anti-diversity klan feels that winning record. dents of the historic city of Uniontown, PA, lo- those who do not embrace these hideous ini- I am certain that my colleagues will join me cated in my district, as they celebrate their bi- tiatives are somehow threats to the well- in recognizing the outstanding efforts of the centennial on October 5, 1996. being of all African-Americans. River Vale American Legion baseball team. Two hundred years ago, in 1796, this beau- Their treatment of Supreme Court Justice The cause of mutual cooperation and under- tiful town, nestled in the foothills of the Appa- Clarence Thomas is their monument to in- standing among people in the United States lachian Mountains, was officially incorporated tolerance. His being a virtual exile among as a borough. From its earliest days, it held a the leadership class of our community is and Europe was greatly enhanced by their nothing short of tragic. participation. These young men will long be major spot in the country's history. We are only four years away from a new remembered as international ambassadors of From its beginnings, Uniontown was consid- century and milleium and this type of our national pastime. ered an important market spot, drawing buyers ‘‘thinking’’ serves as an anchor on our aspi- f and sellers alike from southwestern Penn- rations. Black Republicans, independents sylvania and neighboring Maryland and West and every other kind of political creature are TRIBUTE TO HONOR MRS. MARIA Virginia. This economic activity helped facts of life that these controllers will have THOMSON OF WOODHAVEN, NY, Uniontown become a popular resting stop to accept. BY PLACING HER NAME IN THE along the Nation's first national highway which We have to have a ‘‘big tent’’ approach in CONGRESSIONAL RECORD our community if we our to achieve the ob- ran through the center of town. As such, jectives we claim are so important. Other- Uniontown played a crucial role in encourag- wise, the finger pointing and the shouting HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER ing the growth and movement of our Nation will be drowned out by the increasing vol- OF NEW YORK westward. umes of triggers being pulled and hands that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Uniontown also holds the distinction of should be literate hopelessly scribbling on being one of the centers of the Whiskey Re- sheets of paper that threaten to become ar- Thursday, September 26, 1996 bellion, the Farmers Tax Revolt of 1791±94, rest reports if this trend is not ended. Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to which was a major test of the new U.S. Con- Is being blindly loyal to any political party really worth losing everything that we found pay tribute to an unselfish and dedicated citi- stitution. It is also the birthplace of such so hard to attain? zen of Woodhaven, NY, Mrs. Maria Thomson. notables as Chief Justice of the Washington f As a president of the Woodhaven Residents' Territory, Charles Boyle; Industrialist J.V. Block Association, and a member of the Com- Thompson; former U.S. Senator Dr. Daniel IN HONOR OF THE RIVER VALE- munity Board No. 9, Mrs. Thomson's volunteer Sturgeon; Mason-Dixon Surveyor Alexander SPONSORED AMERICAN LEGION efforts have been commendable. In addition to McClean; Revolutionary War Gen. Ephraim BASEBALL TEAM: INTER- her prior achievements, Mrs. Thomson is the Douglas; and last, but not least, Five-star Gen. NATIONAL AMBASSADORS OF chairperson of the 102d Precinct Community George C. Marshall. OUR NATIONAL PASTIME Council, a founding member of the During the late 1880's, Uniontown's fortunes Woodhaven Residents' Security Patrol, and a brightened when it became a hub of the coal HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ graduate of the Civilian Academy of the New and coke boom. Site of some of the most im- OF NEW JERSEY York City Police Department. mense deposits of the finest bituminous soft IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES For nearly 20 years, Mrs. Thomson has la- coal in the world, companies in and around bored tirelessly to improve the quality of life Uniontown dug the coal from the ground and Thursday, September 26, 1996 for the Woodhaven residents. As the executive reduced it to coke for steelmaking in thou- Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today director of the Greater Woodhaven Develop- sands of beehive ovens. The city quickly be- to pay tribute to a special group of young men ment Corporation and the Woodhaven Busi- came the operational and financial center of E1730 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 the coal industry and the mercantile and cul- land Journal News recounting the recent re- national organizations as soon as possible. As tural center for mining towns in the surround- union: an economic power and a symbol of democ- ing area. [From the Rockland Journal News, Aug. 25, racy, Taiwan deserves the world's respect and Perhaps the town's most important attribute, 1996] recognition. Since 1949, the Republic of China however, is its hundreds of civic-minded citi- ST. AGNES ALUMNI CELEBRATE MEMORIES on Taiwan has moved from an agricultural so- zens who share a vision to preserve and revi- (By Richard Gooden) ciety, exporting only bananas and sugar, to a talize this very historic place. In recent years, Sparkill.—Art Kingsley provided humor, major trading nation today. Moreover, the 21 the community has pulled together to promote emotion and nostalgia yesterday during the million people on Taiwan are prosperous and tourism and economic development. I am con- 50th anniversary celebration of St. Agnes free. fident all these efforts will prove to be suc- Alumni Association’s founding. He held the Last but not least, I would like to take this cessful and in the coming years, Uniontown attention of 75 feisty people, in 85-degree occasion to congratulate President Lee Teng- will remain a very bright and unique jewel in heat, on the grounds of the Dominican Con- hui and Vice President Lien Chien. I wish the heritage of our Nation. vent. them good luck as they prepare to celebrate Again, I congratulate all the citizens of That was the easy part. their National Day on October 10, 1996. In order to prepare for the day’s events, f Uniontown and know they will have a wonder- the 73-year-old World War II veteran and ful day to celebrate their beginnings and former resident of the St. Agnes Orphanage GOLD ISN’T A WACKO IDEA renew their community spirit. used a chain saw to remove two plaques from f a wall of the Hallan Building. He bought a third plaque. He then dug a shallow 10-by-5 HON. PHILIP M. CRANE THE 50TH ALUMNI ASSOCIATION bed on the lawn, filled it with gray stone and OF ILLINOIS REUNION AT ST. AGNES HOME embedded the plaques in a cream marble. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR BOYS ‘‘This is a beautiful work of art,’’ said Thursday, September 26, 1996 James Merna, a resident of St. Agnes from 1946 to 1950 and now head of public relations Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, an old friend, HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN for the alumni association. ‘‘Art Kingsley Owen Frisby brought to my attention an Au- OF NEW YORK made this all happen today.’’ gust 19, 1996 article featured in The Detroit IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The corner plaques were dedicated to St. News, pertaining to the gold standard. Thursday, September 26, 1996 Agnes physical education teacher James I have contended for years that in order to Faulk and the nuns who worked at the home. revitalize our Nation's economy, we must re- Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, the St. Agnes The convent closed the orphanage in 1977. move from Government the temptation and Home for Boys in Sparkill, NY, was an out- The plaque in the middle honored the 39 the ability to produce chronic budget deficits. soldiers that attended St. Agnes, who died in standing home for orphaned boys for over 100 Restoration of a dependable monetary stand- years. It closed its doors forever back in 1977, World War II and the Korean War. Merna, a stocky round-faced man, eager to ard based on a commodity with fixed value but the many boys who were raised by the help all in attendance, reminisced on the would, by making monetization impossible, ac- loving Dominican Sisters of Sparkill will never transformation from childhood to manhood complish this. It is for this reason that I have forget their kindnesses and the outstanding at St. Agnes. introduced legislation in previous Congresses lessons of life that they learned there. ‘‘We went from the ballfields of St. Agnes reestablishing the Gold Standard. In its over 100 years of existence, thou- to the battlefield of World War II and the Ko- The author of the article emphasizes that sands of orphaned and needy boys were rean War,’’ said the Marine veteran who the Gold Standard has been tested, and prov- reared at St. Agnes home. The home taught graduated from Tappan Zee High School. en over the centuries as the best mechanism Merna challenges any orphanage to equal or these youngsters the importance of patriotism, to protect against destructive inflation and de- which is underscored by the fact that over 555 eclipse the 555 St. Agnes residents who went on to become soldiers. flation. I commend to the attention of my col- graduates of St. Agnes served in the Armed Merna credits Faulk, who died in 1985, with leagues, ``Gold Isn't a Wacko Idea.'' Forces of our Nation during World War II shaping the orphans into productive citizens. [The Detroit News, August 19, 1996] alone. It is hard to believe that any school so In honor of his role model, Merna named his GOLD ISN’TA WACKO IDEA small anywhere else in the Nation could pos- first child James Faulk. Even before Jack Kemp had been named as sibly have produced so many soldiers. Sadly, Pete Lawton, a resident at St. Agnes from Robert Dole’s running partner, the Clinton 39 of them were killed in action during that 1940 to 1948, also shared his recollections of White House was on the attack. In addition conflictÐa record of valor which is probably the football coach while posing for a picture to bashing his tax-cutting ideas, aides to the unequaled. beside the plaques. president cited Mr. Kemp’s affinity for a re- ‘‘This man was an inspiration to us kids,’’ turn to the gold standard as further proof One graduate of St. Agnes, Gerald F. said Lawton, a Congers resident who was at Merna, is today the vice president of the that he’s an economic wacko. Should he the orphanage from age 6 through 13. ‘‘He is choose to pursue the issue, however, we have American Defense Preparedness Association, the major reason why most of the St. Agnes little doubt that’s an argument Messrs. Dole headquartered in Arlington, VA. Another is his kids lived decent lives.’’ and Kemp would win. brother James, a resident of Lanham, MD, f The gold standard has pretty good history, who now serves as chairman of public rela- after all. Alexander Hamilton placed Amer- tions for the St. Agnes Alumni Association. WELCOME TO AMBASSADOR ica on a gold standard as part of his effort to Jerry, James, and their four brothers all were JASON HU refinance the young country’s debt following raised at St. Agnes. Their eldest brother, the Revolution. The link with gold was bro- ken temporarily during the Civil War and in George, was killed at the age of 19 in a sea HON. DAVID FUNDERBURK the early 1930s, but it was soon reestablished battle during World War II. OF NORTH CAROLINA in both cases. And for good reason: The gold On August 24 of this year, the St. Agnes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES standard proved a durable and politically po- Alumni Association conducted its 50th anniver- tent means of ensuring the value of the dol- Thursday, September 26, 1996 sary reunion. Seventy-five alumni of St. Agnes lar. from all across the Nation came to Rockland Mr. FUNDERBURK. Mr. Speaker, greetings After the remaining links to gold estab- County, in my congressional district, to pay and best wishes to the Republic of China's lished under the postwar Bretton Woods tribute to the sisters, and the sports coaches, Washington representative, Ambassador agreement were finally broken by Richard Nixon in the early 1970s, inflation soared. who molded them into outstanding citizens, Jason Hu. He comes to Washington from his The market price of gold itself vaulted from and to reminisce about their incredible experi- last post as the Republic of China's Director- $35 an ounce to $850 an ounce. It’s still sell- ences at St. Agnes. General of the Government Information Office. ing for more than $380 an ounce—more than The Speaker of the House generated a With his wide government experiences and a 10 times its price only 25 years ago. great deal of controversy last year regarding solid background in politics and commerce, If you wonder why the American middle his comments on orphanages. Here is an ex- Ambassador Hu will forge ever stronger links class is still feeling ‘‘anxious’’ about its liv- ample of an orphanage which filled a commu- between his country and ours. I heartily bid ing standards, you need look little further than at the massive expropriation of wealth nity need and became a beacon for thousands him welcome and look forward to working with and income that this represents. Little won- of youngsters. him and his colleagues. der it is so tough to wean people from such Mr. Speaker, I wish to insert into the CON- As I welcome Ambassador Hu to Washing- ‘‘middle-class entitlements’’ as Medicare, GRESSIONAL RECORD the newspaper article ton, I hope the Republic of China will be able Social Security benefits, day-care and col- dated August 25 which appeared in the Rock- to return to the United Nations and other inter- lege tuition subsidies. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1731 Many conservative ‘‘monetarists’’ share more than others. The three main devices for Jewish War Veterans they epitomize those pa- the belief of liberals that gold is ‘‘a bar- some creditors getting more are, first, liens, triotic ideals, striving to maintain recognition of barous relic,’’ in the words of the late, great second, exceptions to discharge, and third, their comrades' sacrifices, while working to British economist, John Maynard Keynes. They prefer allowing the dollar to ‘‘float’’ priorities. protect the rights and well-being of all veter- in value, letting its price be determined in With the third main exceptionÐpriorityÐ ans. world markets by supply and demand. And creditors have a demand to first payment from The oldest, continuously active veterans or- the Federal Reserve System, under Chair- any assets the debtors have available for pay- ganization in the United States, the Hebrew man Alan Greenspan, appears to be doing a ment to unsecured creditors. Creditors with Union Veterans Association was established credible job of wringing inflation out of the priorities get paid before other unsecured on March 15, 1896 by Civil War veterans of economy and keeping the dollar stable creditors. the Union Army. Part of the group's original against other currencies. The Federal Government has long had a function was to help dispel the persistent But it’s no secret that one reason for Mr. priority for taxes, duties, and related penalties. Greenspan’s success is that he keeps a close falsehood that Jews did not serve in the Civil informal eye on gold prices. Before he be- However, it does not have a priority for nontax War. After World War I, when the group's rolls came Fed chairman, he openly expressed claims, such as Medicare and Medicaid over- ballooned, they changed their name to the support for a gold standard on grounds that payments to providers. The Government's pri- Jewish War VerteransÐUSA. gold is an excellent barometer of the supply ority for nontax claims was abolished in 1979. To celebrate the J.W.V. centennial anniver- and demand for paper money. A 1992 report issued by the Office of In- sary, on Sunday, October 27, the Three Vil- But Mr. Greenspan may not be around for- spector General, entitled ``Federal Recovery of lage Post will hold a special ceremony at the ever. And interest rates remain stubbornly Overpayments from Bankrupt Providers,'' North Shore Jewish Center, in Setauket. At high by historical standards, imposing a found that as of March 1991, the Medicare huge cost not only on the federal budget but the centennial celebration, post members, on the average American. These higher in- trust funds lost $109 million due to the ability their family, friends, and supporters will pay terest rates reflect the premium charged by of providers and suppliers to discharge their homage to those Jewish War Veterans who lenders who must worry about the future outstanding overpayments. While the report have fought and sacrificed in defense of de- course of the dollar. When gold was the recommends giving Medicare claims a priority mocracy, so that America may remain strong standard, long-term rates seldom rose above status in bankruptcy, better cost savings would and its people free. As Post Commander Rob- 4–5 percent, compared with at least 6–8 per- be achieved by excepting these claims from ert Sandberg wrote to me, in a brief history of cent today. discharge. This bill would correct this situation J.W.V. and Post No. 366: ``The J.W.V. can be Few ordinary citizens can comprehend the by prohibiting providers and suppliers from Federal Reserve’s money-market manipula- doubly proud. First, that we can live peacefully tions. They must guess at what’s going on using a bankruptcy forum to avoid these out- and freely in this wonderful country, and sec- behind the doors at the Fed. The result is standing obligations. ond, that American Jews themselves and their they demand a premium as a hedge against This bill addresses a second problemÐindi- forebears fought and helped win that peace future inflation. viduals who owe financial obligations to the and freedom.'' But even ordinary citizens can understand United States, or who have had a program ex- Since establishing its charter on January 27, a gold standard. When the price of gold rises, clusion imposed against them for other rea- 1975, the Three Village Post has sustained they know that inflation may be in the off- sons, are seeking relief from the bankruptcy the benevolent and patriotic traditions of the ing. When it falls, they know it’s time for courts to have their exclusion subject to the J.W.V. Its members have spent thousands of the Fed to print more dollars in order to fend of deflation. A gold standard gives voters a automatic stay. Currently, the Secretary of volunteer hours working with the residents of practical reality check on the performance HHS is required to exclude from participation the Northport Veterans Hospital and the State of the elites in Washington. in the Medicare and State health care pro- Veterans Home at Stony Brook. Each year, In short, the gold standard is no wacko grams health care professionals who have de- two local high school seniors receive a Jewish idea. It’s been tested over centuries. It may faulted on their student loan or scholarship ob- War Veterans' scholarship. To maintain the not be perfect, but is has provided a better ligations owed to the United States. There are community's awareness of the sacrifices our hedge against the ravages of inflation and also a number of other bases for exclusion, veterans have made, post members partici- deflation than most other systems. And it is such as criminal convictions related to the de- a fundamentally democratic mechanism that pate in the local Memorial Day and Independ- enhances the ability of the ordinary citizen livery of a health care item or service, or pa- ence Day parades, along with the grave site to control his or her destiny. What’s wacko tient abuse. The purpose of the Secretary's memorial services at nearby Calverton Na- is the notion the folks in Washington have exclusion authority is to protect the public, as tional Cemetery. done such a swell job maintaining the value well as the beneficiaries of the Medicare and In this, the Jewish War Veterans' centennial of the dollar. State health care programs, from individuals anniversary year, its members continue to f and entities who have demonstrated by their work for the ideals on which the organization past conduct that they are untrustworthy. This was founded. Remembering the sacrifices of THE MEDICARE AND MEDICAID bill makes clear that the Bankruptcy Code all veterans is central to those ideals and the RECOVERY ACT OF 1996 should not be used to defeat this congres- J.W.V. is working tirelessly to convince the sional purpose. U.S. Postal Service to issue a commemorative HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK f stamp to honor the Jewish War Veterans' OF CALIFORNIA 100th anniversary. Mr. Speaker, it was the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO THE THREE VILLAGE selfless sacrifices of all veterans that have POST NO. 336 OF THE JEWISH Thursday, September 26, 1996 made America a great republic. None have WAR VETERANS sacrificed more, nor have others worked hard- Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- er to protect America's democratic ideals than ducing the Medicare and Medicaid Recovery HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES our Jewish war veterans. I respectfully request Act of 1996. OF NEW YORK that the entire U.S. Congress join me in salut- Providers and suppliers are using the Bank- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing the 100th anniversary of the Jewish War ruptcy Code as a vehicle to defeat the Sec- Thursday, September 26, 1996 Veterans of the United States of America. retary's effort to recoup overpayments from Congratulations. the Medicare trust funds. Specifically, provid- Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f ers and suppliers, who owe financial obliga- pay tribute to the Jewish War Veterans of the tions to Medicare, are seeking relief from United States of America, a venerable veter- TRIBUTE TO TOM BEVILL bankruptcy courts to have their outstanding ans' organization that is celebrating its 100th overpayments, which are unsecured, dis- anniversary this year. HON. SIDNEY R. YATES charge or greatly reduced. The Medicare Pro- In particular, Mr. Speaker, I ask my col- OF ILLINOIS gram has been unsuccessful in efforts to halt leagues in the U.S. House of Representatives IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES such action. to join me in saluting the Three Village Post Federal bankruptcy legislation is designed to No. 336 of the Jewish War Veterans, located Thursday, September 26, 1996 provide equality to all creditors in the distribu- in Port Jefferson Station, Long Island, NY. As Mr. YATES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tion of a debtor's assets. However, there are members of America's armed services, Three honor of my dear friend, TOM BEVILL. TOM is three main exceptions to the equal distribution Village Post members served their country retiring after this session and I am saddened principle that allow some creditors to receive with exemplary patriotic duty. As part of the to see such a thoughtful legislator leave this E1732 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 House, but I am grateful to have had the dis- three principal exporters of U.S.-made cluding Members of Congress, all have a fa- tinct pleasure of serving with a man whose in- snowboards. Thus, K2's exports of U.S.-manu- vorable impression of Taiwan. tegrity is an example to us all. factured skis and snowboards represent a This is directly attributable to the personal In his time in the House, TOM won respect substantial percentage of U.S. skis and efforts made by officials such as Lyushen from both sides of the aisle for being a decent, snowboards sold worldwide. If K2 is unable to Shen. Lyushen has always been clear yet pa- honorable gentleman. remain competitive in global and domestic tient in explaining to us the differences be- TOM and I have been good friends since markets, skis manufactured in the United tween the cultures of the East and West, his 1966, the year he was first elected to the States may disappear from the global market- government's efforts in reducing its trade sur- House. As chairman and ranking member of place. The temporary duty suspension pro- plus with the U.S. and his people's deep affec- the Energy and Water Subcommittee, TOM posed by this legislation would help prevent tion and regard for the American people. has served the Nation and the Congress with the shutdown of the only remaining U.S. pro- As a Member of Congress who has strongly rare distinction and poise and we are all in his ducer of skis. supported the Taiwanese in their struggle for debt. f democracy and prosperity, I have appreciated His mentor and mate, beloved Lou, de- Lyushen's input. It has been my privilege to serves accolades, a wonderful woman. I know TRIBUTE TO FATHER JAMES W. work with Lyushen over the years, and I will they will enjoy finally being able to spend time SAUVE miss him. together back in Alabama. I wish him and his family the very best. TOM is, without question, one of the most HON. THOMAS E. PETRI f able and dedicated Members who has ever OF WISCONSIN served. It has been an honor to have shared HONORING MARTHA K. ROTHMAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this floor with him. TOM will truly be missed. f Thursday, September 26, 1996 HON. ED PASTOR INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, it is with the deep- OF ARIZONA TO SUSPEND DUTIES ON CER- est regret that I note the passing this past IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, September 23, of Father James W. TAIN IMPORTED RAW MATE- Thursday, September 26, 1996 RIALS Sauve, who was most recently the executive director of the Association of Jesuit Colleges Mr. PASTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and Universities. pay tribute to an outstanding leader of the HON. JIM McDERMOTT Father Sauve was born in Two Rivers, WI, child care community in Arizona and in the OF WASHINGTON where his father Willard still lives. He spent 10 Nation, Martha K. Rothman, and to congratu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years at Marquette University in Milwaukee as late her organization, the Tucson Association Thursday, September 26, 1996 a professor, campus minister and adminis- of Child Care [TACC] for its 25 years of out- Mr. McDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, today I am trator; and another 10 years in Rome as Exec- standing service to children. Martha has been introducing legislation which supports impor- utive Secretary of the International Center for the central force in the development of TACC. tant regional and national interests. Jesuit Education. Through her vision and leadership, she has My home, the 7th Congressional District of I believe other members will comment more encouraged its growth from a small group who Washington, is also the home of K2 Corp. the fully on Father Sauve's accomplishments, but developed the first child care centers through last remaining major U.S. manufacturer of skis it is quite clear that he made immense con- the Model Cities Program to what it is today: and one of three major makers of snowboards tributions to education in general and Jesuit a large network that makes a positive impact in the United States. K2 conducts all signifi- education in particular. In his passing, we upon the lives of 20,000 children each day in cant manufacturing operations for skis and have all suffered a great loss, but through his Tucson, Phoenix, Yuma, Sierra Vista, Doug- snowboards at its Vashon Island, WA facility. life we have all gained immeasurably. No las, and Nogales. In fact, all K2 snowboards and virtually all K2 greater tribute can be paid to any man. The basic mission of TACC is to provide and Olin-brand skis sold throughout the world I wish to extend my deepest sympathy to daily care for young children through a small are individually crafted by technicians on Father Sauve's family and friends, and hope group setting by licensed family care workers Vashon Island. Moreover, K2 sources almost that they will not only mourn his death, but be in their homes. This system provides the small all of the components for its skis and able to celebrate his life. group attention needed by young children snowboards in the U.S. stimulating the U.S. f while monitoring their safety and health economy through its purchases of raw mate- through the DES regulatory and TACC over- rials from U.S. suppliers, especially in the Pa- TRIBUTE TO DR. LYUSHEN SHEN sight services. No child care provider in Ari- cific Northwest region of the country. However, zona is more respected than TACC. for two key ski and snowboard components, HON. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON In providing daily child care for children, it i.e., spring steel edges and polyethylene base OF NEW YORK became apparent to Martha that additional materials, K2 has been unable to find a sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES services and family support services were needed. Because Martha is a master of bring- plier of these products in the United States Thursday, September 26, 1996 that can meet its needs. Therefore, K2 has ing visions into reality, the following lists only been forced to import these products, which Mr. SOLOMON. Mr. Speaker, I would like to a few of the services that have been initiated are subject to U.S. customs duties upon im- pay tribute to a friend of mine and a friend of through TACC: The Center for Adolescent portation. This legislation provides for a tem- America who unfortunately will be leaving Parents, Happy Hours School Age Child Care porary suspension of customs duty on the two Washington this week after spending many Program, Happy Hours Summer Camp, Edu- raw materials which are vital to the U.S. pro- years here. cational Intervention for Children and Families, duction of skis and snowboards and which are Dr. Lyushen Shen, director of public affairs Pima County Health Start, TLC: Choices for unavailable from domestic producers. at the Taipei Economic and Cultural Rep- Families, Sick Child Program, Kidline, K2 is working hard to remain visible in the resentative Office here in Washington, will be Parentline. highly competitive international market for skis returning home to the Republic of China on Martha Rothman's determination to provide and snowboards. In fact, K2 has endured as Taiwan where he will assume his new post as quality services and care for children has led a U.S. ski manufacturer in the face of fierce director of North American Affairs in the Min- to her involvement in a number of professional price competition, while several other major istry of Foreign Affairs. I am absolutely certain organizations that work for the betterment of ski companies not longer manufacture skis in that Lyushen will succeed in this important children. Her commitment to excellence has the United States. This temporary duty sus- post which directly affects the working relation- earned her many awards and accolades from pension legislation would support jobs in the ship between the Republic of China and the a grateful and admiring community. She has region, as well as K2's ability to continue de- United States. been honored as the Woman of the Year by veloping innovative, fine quality products. Dr. Shen has been the chief congressional the Tucson Jewish Community Council, as a Equally important, a temporary duty suspen- liaison for the Republic of China for many Woman on the Move by the YWCA, as a Pace sion would help K2 preserve and increase its years. He has nurtured the steady improve- Setter by the United Way, and she has re- competitiveness in the global marketplace. ment of United States-Republic of China rela- ceived the Governor's Meritorious Service K2 is the only major export of skis made in tions, and has been a truly indispensable dip- Award. The list continues and her other the United States. In addition, K2 is one of lomatic resource. The American people, in- awards are equally noteworthy. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1733 As her impressive list of awards and honors lion. The Canadian government is accord- Philadelphia High School for Girls, and the testifies, her work through the TACC is ex- ingly concerned by what appears to signal a Widener Memorial School. Incorporated in traordinary. For this reason, I pay tribute today weakening of the U.S. commitment to the 1981, CBC's mission is to enhance the eco- goals of the 1954 treaty and to a strong, to Martha K. Rothman, a woman of great vi- healthy Great Lakes fishery. nomic and social environment for those who sion who has truly changed the world for thou- I would, therefore, be grateful if you would use these institutions as well as for those who sands of our children. convey these concerns to your colleagues on live and work in the neighborhoods of Belfield, f the appropriate committees. Ogontz, Fern Rock, Germantown, and Logan Yours sincerely, which surround them. MEETING OUR BINATIONAL COM- D.G. WADDELL, Through CBC's efforts, these institutions MITMENTS TO PROTECT THE Charge´ d’affaries, a.i. have developed a vision for the advancement GREAT LAKES f of economic vitality and safety for the Campus Boulevard/Olney Avenue area. In order to ac- MOURNING THE LOSS OF KILLEEN tualize this vision, CBC has encouraged part- HON. JOHN D. DINGELL JUSTICE OF THE PEACE ROBERT OF MICHIGAN nerships between community organizations, L. STUBBLEFIELD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member institutions, government agencies and Thursday, September 26, 1996 others. As part of this process, CBC has cre- HON. CHET EDWARDS ated programs to advance economic and com- Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, earlier this year OF TEXAS munity development, promote a healthy and I joined several colleagues who expressed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES safe environment, attract development re- concern about funding for the control of the Thursday, September 26, 1996 sources, and act as an advocate for increased sea lamprey, a nonindigenous creature that for public services. more than 50 years has threatened the eco- Mr. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Exhibiting this type of commitment to the logical and economic health of the $4 billion share with Members the loss of a community community for the past 15 years, CBC has a Great Lakes Fishery. leader in my 11th Texas Congressional Dis- long and illustrious list of achievements. They As we prepare to consider an omnibus ap- trict. have successfully lobbied for the development propriations bill for fiscal year 1997, I thought Robert L. Stubblefield died July 28 from of the Broad and Olney SEPTA Transportation I should share with my colleagues a commu- lung cancer. This strong and able public serv- Station, which forms a central hub in North- nication I received from the Government of ant went far beyond his official duties to im- west Philadelphia, guided the quality control Canada, assuring me of our northern neigh- prove his beloved community. The beginning and fiscal management of the Logan Police bor's continued commitment to the sea lam- of the school year in Texas reminds us of his Sub-Station, the only professionally managed prey control program administered jointly with contributions to education and central Texas police sub-station in the city, and received the United States through the Great Lakes youth. funds from the Philadelphia Private Industry Fishery Commission [GLFC], as well as con- Robert Stubblefield, known as Stubby to his Council with which they created a successful tinuation of the Great Lakes Fishery Conven- friends, moved to Killeen in 1951. He worked job training program for low and moderate in- tion Act. as a postal employee for more than 35 years come residents in the healthcare industry I was informed also that Canada is greatly and rose to the supervisory ranks. Robert which has been cited as a model for other concerned about action taken in the other Stubblefield served as a justice of the peace such programs. body of Congress to scale back the U.S. con- for 10 years. In addition he was a volunteer Utilizing a $50,000 grant awarded by the tribution to the Commission by $1.5 million firefighter and served as president of the State U.S. Department of Justice the CBC has im- from the House-approved funding level. It is Fireman's and Fire Marshalls' Association of plemented exciting youth workshops and pro- my hope that conferees to any omnibus bill Texas. vided minigrants to local youth organizations. will retain the House language on funding, but A strong advocate of education, Robert With another $350,000 in grant awards, the recede to Senate language which wisely re- Stubblefield was a trustee for 18 years and CBC is establishing a Small Business Incuba- tains the GLFC within the Department of served as president of the Killeen Independent tor to link the purchasing power of BCB mem- State, as was discussed during debate in the School District. Robert Stubblefield believed ber institutions to the Incubator tenants. House on H.R. 3814. that children were a valuable asset. He crafted In light of its many contributions to North- Mr. Speaker, I have attached the cor- a juvenile program in his justice of the peace west Philadelphia's residents and community respondence of Canadian Charge d'affaires court that moved young offenders from the organizations, I hope that my colleagues will D.G. Waddell. I urge my colleagues to remem- streets back to study and a high school di- join me today in wishing ``happy birthday'' to ber the pressing needs of our Great Lakes as ploma. He devoted countless hours to many the Campus Boulevard Corp. and congratulate we conclude the 104th Congress. local youth programs. its board of directors and staff for 15 years of CANADIAN EMBASSY, I ask Members to join with me in honoring ``a different kind of partnering.'' AMBASSADE DU CANADA, the memory of Robert Stubblefield, a man who f Washington, DC, September 20, 1996. will be sorely missed. Our thoughts and pray- Hon. JOHN DINGELL, ers go out to the family and friends of this INVESTIGATION OF JOSEPH House of Representatives, Rayburn House Office community leader. OCCHIPINTI Building, Washington, DC. f DEAR CONGRESSMAN DINGELL: On January HON. JAMES A. TRAFICANT, JR. 31, you wrote to Ambassador Chre´tien ex- TRIBUTE TO THE CAMPUS BOULE- pressing concerns regarding a reduction in OF OHIO VARD CORP. ON ITS 15TH-YEAR Canadian funding and legislative initiatives IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the Great Lakes Fishery Commission. I ANNIVERSARY am pleased to follow up, in the Ambassador’s Thursday, September 26, 1996 absence, on his interim response to you of HON. THOMAS M. FOGLIETTA Mr. TRAFICANT. Mr. Speaker, as part of March 6. On August 7, following discussions OF PENNSYLVANIA my on-going investigation of the case of with the Province of Ontario and Canadian IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES former Immigration and Naturalization Service stakeholder groups, the Honorable Fred Miff- agent Joseph Occhipinti, I am inserting into lin, Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, an- Thursday, September 26, 1996 nounced that the Federal Government has the RECORD the following sworn affidavit: decided to maintain funding for the Great Mr. FOGLIETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today AFFIDAVIT, STATE OF NEW JERSEY, COUNTY OF Lakes Sea Lamprey Control Program for fis- to pay tribute on the occasion of the 15th-year MONMOUTH cal years 1996–97 and 1997–98. I enclose a copy anniversary of the Campus Boulevard Corp. William Acosta, Being Duly Sworn, De- of the press release issued in this respect. The Campus Boulevard Corp. [CBC] is a poses and States: I am also pleased to inform you that the collaborative organization of nine educational 1. I executed this affidavit on behalf of Department of Fisheries and Oceans has de- and health-related institutions in Northwest Staten Island Borough President Guy V. cided not to recommend the repeal of the Molinari and U.S. Representative James Great Lakes Fishery Convention Act. Philadelphia consisting of the Albert Einstein Traficant, Jr. who are investigating the al- Meanwhile, I understand that a sub- Healthcare Network, Central High School, leged drug cartel conspiracy against former committee of the Senate Committee on Ap- Germantown Hospital, LaSalle University, Immigration & Naturalization Service Agent propriations has reduced the United States Manna Bible Institute, Pennsylvania College of Joseph Occhipinti. I possess evidence which funding for the Commission by U.S. $1.5 mil- Optometry, Philadelphia Geriatric Center, can corroborate the drug cartel conspiracy E1734 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 against Mr. Occhipinti and I have agreed to ceeds. In addition, the operatives in Sea man Traficant the documentary evidence I share that evidence with the United States Crest were former CIA Cuban operatives who possess on the Dominican Federation, the Congress and Borough President Molinari. were involved in the ‘‘Bay of Pigs’’. This is Nine Kings and the Occhipinti drug cartel 2. I am a former thirteen year law enforce- one of the reasons why the intelligence com- conspiracy. There are other important pieces ment official who successfully infiltrated the munity has consistently protected and insu- of information relating to drug cartel oper- Medellin and Cali Colombian drug cartels. I lated Sea Crest and the Dominican Federa- ations and political corruption that I have am considered an expert on the Colombian tion from criminal prosecution. not made public in this affidavit in order to and Dominican drug and money laundering 8. At present, there are nine major Colom- protect my sources as well as ongoing media operations in the New York City area. bian drug families which control drug oper- investigations that I am involved with. In 3. In 1987, I was previously employed as an ations in the New York City area. These drug addition, I am willing to submit to a poly- undercover operative for the United States families often referred to as the ‘‘Nine graph examination to prove the veracity of Customs Service, wherein I was assigned to Kings’’. The Dominican Federation are part my allegations. route out corruption at John F. Kennedy of their drug trafficking and money launder- WILLIAM ACOSTA. International Airport. In 1987, I was the prin- ing operations. I possess documentary evi- ciple undercover agent on ‘‘Operation Air- dence, as well as video surveillance tapes of AFFIDAVIT, STATE OF NEW YORK, COUNTY OF port 88’’, which resulted in the prosecution their drug operations. In addition, the New QUEENS and conviction of seventeen government offi- York City Police has investigative files to Manual DeDios, being duly sworn, deposes cials for bribery corruption and related corroborate this fact. I have also uncovered and says: criminal charges. I was then promoted to substantial evidence of political and police I am a former editor of El Diario/La Prensa Special Agent and reassigned to the Los An- corruption which has been intentionally ig- Newspaper and am currently the editor of a geles District Office. nored. In fact, it is my belief that former weekly newspaper published in the Spanish 4. In 1990, I was appointed to the New York New York City Police Internal Affairs Com- language known as Canbyo. City Police Department as a Police Officer. missioner Walter Mack, who I directly During the course of my work for Canbyo, In view of my Colombian heritage and con- worked for, was intentionally fired because I undertook to write an expose concerning fidential sources close to the Colombian car- of his efforts to expose police corruption. I tel, I was eventually assigned to the Internal plan to make public this evidence to the criminal complaints brought against an Im- Affairs Unit. During my undercover activity, United States Congress, as well as key mem- migration and Naturalization Service Super- I generated evidence of police corruption for bers of the media in order to preserve this visory Special Agent named Joseph the Deputy Commissioner of Internal Affairs evidence in the event I am assassinated like Occhipinti by various members of the Fed- which was later corroborated by the ‘‘Mollen Mr. De Dios. eration of Dominican Merchants and Indus- Commission’’ hearings which investigated 9. It should also be noted that Criminal In- trialists of New York. police corruption. vestigators Benjamin Saurino and Ronald During the course of my investigatory 5. On January 14, 1992, Manuel De Dios, a Gardello of the U.S. Attorney’s Office in work in researching for the article, I inter- close personal friend and world renown jour- Manhattan similarly ignored the evidence I viewed numerous individuals who are mem- nalist executed the attached notarized affi- brought forward to them on the Nine Kings bers of the Federation of Dominican Mer- davit, wherein, Mr. Dios corroborated the ex- and Dominican Federation. These two inves- chants and Industrialists of New York. These istence of a drug cartel conspiracy against tigators who were credited for convicting individuals confided to me that Mr. Mr. Occhipinti. The orchestrators of the con- Mr. Occhipinti and they made it clear to me Occhipinti had been set up by the Federation spiracy were major Dominican organized they didn’t want to hear the evidence I had and that the complaints against him were crime figures connected with the ‘‘Domini- on the Federation which could have exoner- fraudulent. These individuals have indicated can Federation’’ which is the front for the ated Mr. Occhipinti. They were only inter- to me that they are in fear of their safety Dominican drug cartel. The Federation are ested in corruption cases I had brought to and as a result would not go public with this the principle drug distributors in the United their office. In fact, I recall a conversation, information. States for the Colombian cartel. Unfortu- wherein, Investigator Saurino asked me I would be more than willing to share my nately, Mr. De Dios was assassinated before about my involvement with Manuel De Dios information with any law enforcement agen- he could bring forward his sources who could and if I knew anything about the Occhipinti cies or Courts concerned with these matters prove the drug cartel conspiracy against Mr. case. He then stopped and referred to and would cooperate fully in any further in- Occhipinti. After Mr. De Dios assassination, Occipinti in a derogatory manner, by saying vestigations. I too became fearful of my personal safety ‘‘He’s no * * * good’’. Realizing his bias and MANUAL DEDIOS. and never made public the evidence on the lack of interest in investigating the Federa- f Occhipinti case. tion and Nine Kings, I changed the subject of 6. It should be noted that I personally as- conversation. TRIBUTE TO WARREN AND FOR- sisted Mr. De Dios in this investigation of 10. In April, 1995, I resigned from the New EST COUNTIES RETIRED AND the Occhipinti case which corroborated the York City Police Department, Internal Af- SENIOR VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Federation conspiracy. In fact, I personally fairs Unit after it became evident that my (R.S.V.P.) accompanied Mr. De Dios to the Washington efforts to expose police corruption was being Heights area where we secretly taped re- hampered. The same reason why I believe corded Federation members who conformed Commissioner Walter Mack was fired. It be- HON. WILLIAM F. CLINGER, JR. the drug cartel conspiracy. Those tapes still came evident to me that my life was in emi- OF PENNSYLVANIA exist and can exonerate Mr. Occhipinti. In nent danger and I could be easily set up on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES essence, Mr. Occhipinti was set up because of fabricated misconduct charges like Mr. his increased enforcement efforts on Project Occhipinti. In fact, they brought depart- Thursday, September 26, 1996 Bodega which was exposing and hurting the mental charges against me in 1995 and I won Mr. CLINGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Dominican Federation’s criminal operations the case. The trial judge also admonished the congratulate the Warren and Forest Counties in New York City, which included illegal department on the record for perjury. Often, Retired and Senior Volunteer Program wire transfers, drug distribution, gambling I found myself isolated and in constant dan- operations, food stamp fraud, food coupon ger working alone in the worst neighbor- (R.S.V.P.) as they celebrate their 25th Anni- fraud, among other organized crime activity. hoods of the city without a backup. Today, I versary this month. 7. My investigation also determined that possess substantial evidence to prove that During my time in Congress, I've had the Mr. Occhipinti was exposing a major money the NYC Police Department media campaign privilege to work with the R.S.V.P. and gain a laundering and loan sharking operation re- to demonstrate that they could independ- more complete understanding of the outstand- lating to the Federation which was con- ently police themselves and route out cor- ing work performed by R.S.V.P. volunteers. trolled by the ‘‘Sea Crest Trading Company’’ ruption was simply a media ploy to avoid From resolving transportation problems to as- of Greenwich, Connecticut. Sea Crest also having an independent counsel to oversee sisting with local environmental issues, these maintains an office at 4750 Bronx River their internal affairs unit. In reality, corrup- Parkway in the Bronx, New York. Sea Crest tion is still rampant in the department and senior volunteers make a lasting impact on the was using the Capital National Bank in order high ranking police brass are intentionally communities in which they live. to facilitate their money laundering oper- terminating viable corruption investigations The R.S.V.P. provides an excellent oppor- ations. In 1993, Carlos Cordoba, the President in order to avoid future scandals exposed by tunity for retired members of our area to re- of Capital National Bank was convicted in the Mollen Commission. I also possess a con- main active and productive. I have long be- Federal Court at Brooklyn, New York for sensually monitored tape conversation which lieved that involvement by older Americans in millions of dollars in money laundering and implicates a high ranking police official who community-based solutions adds a unique and he received a token sentence of probation. received bribes from the Dominican Federa- distinct perspective to each job that is per- My investigation confirmed that Sea Crest, tion. as well as the Dominican Federation, are 11. I am willing to testify before Congress formed or project that is undertaken. And I can being politically protected by high ranking as to the allegations set forth in this affida- attest to the fact that our part of Pennsylvania public officials who have received illegal po- vit. In addition, I am willing to turn over to has benefited from the efforts of older Ameri- litical contributions which were drug pro- Borough President Molinari and Congress- cans through such valuable programs. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1735 The Warren and Forest Counties R.S.V.P. TRIBUTE TO THE NORTHVALE voice was as the summer breeze that has coordinated the efforts of more than 500 FIRE ASSOCIATION rocked him as a gentle sea. volunteers in 1995 alone. What is even more The child though smaller than a humming- impressive is the 47,000 hours of community HON. ROBERT G. TORRICELLI bird, would turn his head at Mommy’s service performed by its participants! word. He loved her more each passing OF NEW JERSEY day, this child who loved to kick and Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct honor to con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES play. gratulate the Warren-Forest Counties R.S.V.P. Thursday, September 26, 1996 ‘‘Dear Mommy, I know that I am small and for 25 years of hard work and proven success. it will be awhile before I’m tall. I’ll Without question, their continued prosperity Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today make you very proud of me, cause I’ll will enhance the quality of life that our fellow to congratulate the Northvale Fire Association be lots of help, you’ll see.’’ Pennsylvanians have come to enjoy. on its 100th anniversary. On December 6, His days were filled with great delights; he 1896, a special meeting was held in Northvale kicked and played with all his might; f by a six-man committee to form a volunteer then summer rain hushed him to sleep. fire department. Anthony Muzzio became the The tiny child gave not a peep. TRIBUTE TO THE NORTH CARO- first fire chief. The Lord, called the angel to his Throne, His LINA SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL Various trials and setbacks did not discour- tear-filled eyes like bright stars shone; age the Fire Association from its mission. It ‘‘They have no room for him, you see, originally possessed only horse-drawn wag- the way they had no room for Me.’’ HON. HOWARD COBLE ons, but Northvale was able to purchase its The angel sad, with head cast down, with first 500 gallon truck by 1927. Today, the as- lonely eyes he looked around. ‘‘These OF NORTH CAROLINA sociation boasts a fleet of four trucks and an men that Thou hast made like Thee care not for life because it’s free.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES active membership of 50 firefighters. Northvale's first firehouse was built in 1900 The angel then with sorrowed eyes journeyed Thursday, September 26, 1996 and underwent reconstruction in 1939. A se- far beneath the skies, beyond the moon’s impassioned plea he shook his Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, since it is not like- ries of renovations in 1970 brought it to its head and took his leave. present state. ly that we will be in session when the anniver- The angel said with gentle tone, ‘‘Remember sary occurs, I wanted to share with my col- The dedication and commitment of Heaven is your home, beyond the leagues an upcoming milestone in the life of Northvale's Fire Department is plainly obvious clouds and past Death’s Door, the Fa- an extraordinary arts program in the Sixth Dis- to even the most casual observer. Since 1965, ther waits forevermore!’’ trict of North Carolina. On November 16, its staff has trained at the Bergen County Fire As morning slipped right past the night the 1996, the North Carolina Shakespeare Fes- Academy and continues to attend well after world was eager for it’s light; The sun tival [NCSF] in High Point, NC, will celebrate graduation to stay current on fire fighting tech- in sorrow hid his face from earth, and its 20th anniversary. For two decades, the niques. Over the past 100 years, the one thing man and time and place. NCSF has provided thousands of North Caro- that has remained constant has been the self- In a fury came the rains. For Heaven’s cries linians with an appreciation and understanding lessness of the men who have served in was the child’s pain. He was thrown into a bucket cold with no one there, of great works of art. Northvale. Once again, congratulations. his hand to hold. The North Carolina Shakespeare Festival f A tiny hand reached out to find a mother’s was founded in High Point in 1977 by Mark face, the love that binds. But, all alone, Woods and Stuart Brooks. Since that time, the THERE ONCE WAS A CHILD (SONG in fear, he cried, then closed his eyes, NCSF has grown from a four-week festival OF AN UNBORN BABE) And then he died. with a budget of $100,000 to a 26-week fes- Years later, on a cold, bleak day, a woman tival with a budget in excess of $1 million. HON. JACK KINGSTON closed her eyes to pray. A tear upon NCSF is nationally recognized for its artistic her pale cheek lay; ‘‘Forgive, me child OF GEORGIA I threw away.’’ quality and for performing Shakespeare and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES other great plays in a way that is relevant to An angel came to take her home; he said he today's audiences. Thursday, September 26, 1996 was her very own. ‘‘I love you mom, more than you know, Come take my The NCSF's Educational Outreach Program Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Carol hand, it’s time to go . . . brings professional, live theatre to many stu- Howard, a resident of Savannah, GA and the f dents in high schools and colleges each year. First Congressional District of Georgia, au- Last year, approximately 34,000 students were thored a poem that I think will touch many IN HONOR OF DR. SIOMARA served. The home of NCSF is located in High hearts. The poem is dedicated to her son, SANCHEZ-GUERRA: A DISTIN- Point, but the festival serves our entire Pied- Scott Alexander, and her granddaughter, Yael GUISHED EDUCATOR MAKING A mont Triad region with audience members, Jordan. It is inspired by Father Jim Mayo. DIFFERENCE TO HER COMMU- supporters and board members from Greens- THERE ONCE WAS A CHILD NITY boro, Winston-Salem and High Point. In addi- (SONG OF AN UNBORN BABE) tion, NCSF is a statewide resource that pro- (By Carol C. Howard) HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ vides quality cultural and educational program- Dedicated to my son, Scott Alexander and OF NEW JERSEY ming in schools, civic centers and theatres my granddaughter Yael Jordan and inspired IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by Father Jim Mayo. throughout North Carolina. Thursday, September 26, 1996 The NCSF also serves as North Carolina's There once was a child of grace, gentle of spirit and fair of face, who came to be Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ``Cultural Ambassador'' when its annual tours in early spring, blessed by the kiss of to pay tribute to an extraordinary woman, Dr. travel to as many as nine Southeastern and an angel’s wing. Siomara Sanchez-Guerra, who is committed to East Coast states. The NCSF is an outstand- The angel stood beside a Throne, he told the making a difference in her community. Dr. ing cultural organization, and it also contrib- babe, ‘‘He was God’s own, and that with Sanchez's accomplishments will be recog- utes to both economic development and tour- his December birth, would come a man nized at the 1996 Anniversary Dinner Dance ism by being an important part of the North to change the earth!’’ of the National Association of Cuban-American Carolina quality of life. ‘‘For God has chosen you, sweet one, to try Women on November 3 at the Mediterranean For two decades, the NCSF has shared its and right the wrongs they’ve done, to Manor in Newark, NJ. artistic light with countless audiences. On the catch the flag before it falls, once you Dr. Sanchez's road to becoming a re- are big and strong and tall. 20th anniversary of the North Carolina Shake- The greatest land the world has known will, spected community leader began with her speare Festival, we look back with pride at by your birth, become your home, birth in the province of Matanzas, Cuba. She what its members have achieved, and we ea- though other lands have been led by subsequently moved with her mother to Ha- gerly await its future productions. On behalf of kings, the land you’ll lead has been vana where she attended high school and the citizens of the Sixth District of North Caro- kissed with angel’s wings.’’ later Havana University where she earned a lina, we congratulate the NCSF for outstand- He placed the babe within a room; he heard Doctorate of Law in 1959. However, Dr. ing artistic achievement. a lullabye in his mother’s womb. Her Sanchez was unable to begin practice as a E1736 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 lawyer due to the accusation of anti-revolution- sad days. It was different from others in that public interest is threatened by a doctor re- ary activities against the Castro regime. Two the players made themselves so obvious. ferring a patient to another business for the years hence, she traveled to the United States Often I have no one in particular to rail purpose of their own financial gain. However, against. Today was different. managed care companies can create panels of in search of freedom and stability for her fam- Stephanie is 16 months old. About 8 ‘‘providers’’ whose contracted fees are based ily and obtained employment as a bookkeeper months ago she was abused at the hands of lower than the otherwise prevailing rates. and clerk in New York City. her day care worker. Looking at her MRI, The managed care company directs the pa- The topic of education has been particularly only about 50 percent of her brain is left to tient to the panel doctor who charges the important throughout Dr. Sanchez's career. perform the functions that it takes the rest managed care company less and is rewarded She completed coursework at Columbia Uni- of us 100% to accomplish. She may never be- for providing less. This occurs for the pur- versity that resulted in an 8-year assignment have appropriately. She will never think effi- pose of the financial gain of the managed ciently. She struggles through her week of care company. To be simple, this style of be- as a social worker. In 1974, Dr. Sanchez therapies against the backdrop of seizures earned a masters degree in education from havior clearly violates the intent behind brought on by the beating she endured. your amendment. These care limitations, in Montclair State College. She became a guid- Her loving parents, having had a terrible turn, increase the managed care company’s ance counselor at East Side High School in time with conceiving Stephanie, were ini- profits, resulting in higher salaries for mid- Newark, NJ where she has facilitated the edu- tially the prime suspects in her abuse. I was dle and upper management. cational development of students for the past called to work with them shortly after they As a provider of health care, I see the soul 20 years. arrived at the hospital. The mother and fa- of my field, and medicine in general, being Community activism has been a hallmark of ther were then told that Stephanie was in a corrupted by improper and mephistaphelean coma. They were not told that all the rest of pacts with MBA’s more concerned with num- Dr. Sanchez's existence. In 1977, she joined us knew; Stephanie might not survive. The the New Jersey Chapter of the National Asso- bers than they are about the patients. I swelling of her brain, coupled with her sei- know how the CEO in the managed care com- ciation of Cuban-American Women [NACAW] zures, might end her life. They could see that pany would expect to be treated if it were his because she believed that Cuban-American she had been damaged, but could not under- or her daughter whose MRIs were on my women need to participate in the professional stand why anyone would want to accuse wall. They would never send their child 130 and political world. Dr. Sanchez has served as them of injuring someone they loved. They miles away for care that could be provided president of the State chapter of NACAW and were accused anyway. So, in addition to hav- better locally. They would seek expensive is currently its national president. She has ac- ing to weather their child’s life and death and regular treatment for their tragically in- fight, the parents had to face multiple meet- jured daughter. Our only hedge against a complished much in the area of community ings with social workers, psychologists, doc- service, including the founding of an annual worsening condition for a child like this is to tors, workers from the child protective agen- provide her with consistent and professional toy distribution on Three Kings Day to foster cy, and a detective from the state police. care. The best care, if available, is always the continuation of Spanish traditions, the es- Now, 8 months later, I am looking at local. These interventions may improve the tablishment of the Elena Mederos Award, Stephanie’s MRI and listening to her father child’s future independence. They may im- which recognizes the contribution of women to tell me that their managed care company prove her parent’s will to continue to build the advancement of the Hispanic community, wants them to take her to Indianapolis to a their family. panel-approved specialist, rather than the Assurance against abuse on the part of in- and a yearly visit on Easter Sunday with a one that has been taking care of her since group of associates to children in the Jersey surers should be mandated. Insurance com- her admission to the hospital. The local spe- panies and managed care companies should City Medical Center and an AIDS group home cialist is boarded in the same specialty area be held accountable by holding them medi- to bring them the joy of the holiday season. as the one in Indianapolis and, in fact, is cally and legally liable for the medical deci- It is an honor to have such an outstanding boarded in areas above and beyond the Indi- sions that they make under the guise of ‘‘fi- and considerate individual working on behalf anapolis specialist. The HMO’s position was nancial decisions.’’ They should not be al- of the residents of my district. Dr. Sanchez clearly stated to the father as financially lowed to operate outside of ‘‘safe harbors’’ epitomizes the immensely positive influence driven. The local specialist is not on their without regulation. Insurance companies panel and they are not interested in estab- one woman can have on the lives of others in should not be in the business of making med- lishing a relationship with him—even though ical decisions which affect patients * * * it her community. I am certain my colleagues he is willing to see the child for the same will rise with me and honor this remarkable exemplifies an inherent conflict of interest. rate as the Indianapolis specialist and is This basic and fundamental conflict of inter- woman. only 20 minutes from the parent’s home. It est is a state both unethical and immoral. f didn’t end there. In the meanwhile, Stephanie is sleeping in The father, distraught by his continuing her father’s arms. She has no idea what’s ‘‘SHE HAS NO IDEA WHAT’S GOING ordeal with the HMO, complained to his em- going on around her. Her parents are becom- ON AROUND HER—HER PARENTS ployer’s personnel department about the ing all too aware. ARE BECOMING ALL TOO treatment his daughter is receiving. He was Sincerely, AWARE’’ subsequently pulled aside by his employer’s JOHN C. COURTNEY, Psy. D. Vice President and told that there were 80 Clinical Neuropsychologist, other employees that he had to think about. Treasurer, Indiana Psychological Association. HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK If he ‘‘kept complaining about the insurance f OF CALIFORNIA they had chosen, he could start looking for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES another job!’’ TRIBUTE TO DAN STILL This happens day after day. HMO’s seem to Thursday, September 26, 1996 be content as long as people are healthy. Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I've just received They define exclusions to coverage more ex- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS a particularly moving letter about the problems tensive then the scope of that which they OF NEW YORK facing American families in the era of man- will cover. Mental health benefits, sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES posedly available, are almost impossible to aged care. have approved. The level of concurrent re- Thursday, September 26, 1996 Today, I introduced legislation which will ad- view is embarrassing for the patient and ex- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, service in the dress some of the problems mentioned in the hausting for the health care provider. The field of public and mental health is demanding letterÐin this case, timely appeals of coverage number of times this review occurs without and admirable. Dan Still has been performing decisions and provision of specialty care lo- the physician reviewer ever meeting or work in this arena for his entire career, a ca- cally. But there is clearly much, much more to touching the patient is beyond belief. The reer which began with the U.S. Public Health medical reviewer almost never sees the pa- do. Managed care companiesÐby making the Service, Centers for Disease Control [CDC] kind of heartless decisions described in this tient. Moreover, diagnoses of the care-givers are constantly called into question or sec- working on the epidemiology of communicable letterÐare sowing the wind. They should not ond-guessed by people employed by the in- diseases. Subsequently, he accepted an as- be surprised if they reap the whirlwind. surance company without specialty training signment with the New York City Department Dr. Courntey's letter follows: in our area of expertise, not licensed to prac- of Health and served as the administrative di- CHILD NEUROLOGY, INC., tice, not trained in health care at all, and rector of childhood lead poisoning and control, NEURODIAGNOSTIC LABORATORY who are always advocates for the company and later as the deputy administrator of the Mishawaka, IN, August 21, 1996. and never advocates for the patient. Department of Health. Hon. FORTNEY PETE STARK, Within the last several years, you intro- House of Representatives, Cannon Office Build- duced and successfully passed an amendment When the New York city Health Services ing, Washington, DC to prevent doctors from operating medical Administration was dissolved, Mr. Still assisted DEAR REPRESENTATIVE STARK: Today was businesses outside of their specialty area and in the establishment of the Department of another in a string of very frustrating and outside of their total ownership (Stark). The Mental Health Retardation and Alcoholism September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1737 Services. He was later appointed assistant ous kids to school. He has a big, big heart. special courier to carry pictures and infor- commissioner for administration, with a subse- We just hope he doesn’t take offense at our mation directly to President Harry Truman. quent promotion to deputy commissioner for noting the softer side of his personality! A sad memory for James was the death of On the other hand, if he doesn’t like you management and budget. a Camden native—a young prisoner of war— you can at least take comfort in the fact who was murdered by the Japanese a week Mr. Still has extensive expertise in the fi- that your transgression has merited you the after the Peace Treaty was signed aboard the nancing of community mental hygiene pro- considerable wrath of a formidable adver- deck of the battleship Missouri. grams and helped develop and implement nu- sary! James doesn’t waste his time on petty Following the war, James’ courier unit was merous reforms of the system in New York individuals. instrumental in delivering the documents State, culminating in the Community Mental We heard a fellow say the other day that throughout the world to countries which be- Health Resources Act of 1993, landmark legis- ‘‘James Bonner would wrestle a circle saw came part of the United Nations. lation that reinvests mental health funding when he was younger’’. That’s true as far as When James Bonner returned to Camden it goes. Actually, James Bonner will take on from State psychiatric facilities to community after the war he was confident that his mili- any foe right now. Eighty-plus years have services. tary duty had been fulfilled. But it was not not diminished his zest for espousing causes to be. He was called back to active duty dur- Dan is married to Lydia Still, an early child- and pursuing them to satisfactory conclu- ing the Korean War to serve with the Strate- hood teacher, and they have two children in sions. gic Air Command at Barksdale AFB. Legend- college. Mr. Still is active in an array of com- In the old days—when Bonner Brothers ary general Curtis LeMay was his command- munity activities and civic organizations. I am consisted of his late brothers Billy and Jo- ing officer. pleased to commend him for his efforts and siah Robins (James’ twin) the trio were gen- James eventually did retire, with the rank contributions. uine movers and shakers in the Wilcox Coun- of Major, and has devoted his time to busi- ty community. ness—and worthy causes—ever since. f Land, timber and minerals were their pri- From a civic standpoint, James Bonner is mary focus but they dabbled in other things HONORING JAMES BONNER the only surviving member of the original too. Billy, it is said, did yoeman duty while Industrial Board which helped pave the way Jo Robins—who was Probate Judge at the for MacMillan Bloedel’s coming to Wilcox HON. SONNY CALLAHAN time of his death—handled lawyering. No- County. body ever doubted, though, that James OF ALABAMA And it was with the help of fellow civic Bonner was the thinker in that trinity. leaders John Webb, W.J. Bonner, Mrs. Clyde IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES But things have changed somewhat. Miller and others that the Solomon Brothers Thursday, September 26, 1996 Time—and better than eighty years—man- sewing plant came here and is now the oldest date a few changes. But none have been men- local industry still operating with a steady Mr. CALLAHAN. Mr. Speaker, when Ala- tal. James Bonner is as sharp today as he payroll. was back in 1929 when he left Wilcox County bama was redistricted a few years ago, Wilcox James also worked with the late Dr. Shan- to attend Erskine College. County was taken from the 1st District and put non ‘‘Shine’’ Hollinger, DVM, in securing a When he returned in the early 30’s he in the 7th District. While I am no longer privi- $1 million bond issue for the establishment taught school at Oak Grover near Pine Hill. leged to represent the people of Wilcox Coun- of Camden Mills on the Bypass. The facility He was at one time principal of that school ty here in the House of Representatives, I ob- presently houses IKS Services. and the one at Lower Peach Tree. Yes, James Bonner has witnessed many viously made a lot of friends there over the When World War II broke out James volun- changes over the years. Some have been good years, and I still value those friendships very teered as a buck private in the Army Air and others not so good. He is particularly much. Corps. He quickly advanced to corporal and disappointed by the fact that state politi- it wasn’t long before his superiors sent him One of those friends is James Bonner. cians have not kept the promises they made to Officer Candidate School at Miami Beach. James is a man who tells it like he sees it, during the last election. After graduating as a lieutenant, James which in this day and time is a rare quality in- But from a civic standpoint is might be went to Wright Field in Ohio. A brief stint at deed. And if you are lucky enough to count good that all the promises haven’t been kept. the intelligence school in Harrisburg, PA, That means that James Bonner will stay mo- James as your friend, you know you've got a earned him the position of Post Intelligence tivated to be a part of the things that make friend for life. Officer at what was to become Wright-Pat- Camden and Wilcox County better. James was recently honored with a front terson AFB. page tribute in his hometown newspaper, the It was about then, with the war in full Thanks James. Keep on Keeping on! Wilcox Progressive Era. The headline of the swing, that James recalled that his grand- f story tells it allÐ``James Bonner: One of Cam- father CSA Major James Bonner had been a den's living legends.'' courier during the War Between The States. 85TH NATIONAL DAY OF THE That bit of family heritage prompted him to Mr. Speaker, at this time, I would like to REPUBLIC OF CHINA volunteer for often dangerous duty in the submit for the RECORD the entire article on Courier Service. James Bonner, written by our mutual friend, As a courier stationed in San Francisco, HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON M. Hollis Curl, the editor and publisher of the James traveled all over the war-torn world OF MISSISSIPPI Progressive Era. And while I'm at it, I'd like to under direct order from President Franklin IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES join Hollis in adding my thanks, too, to James, D. Roosevelt. He delivered invasion maps and for all he has done for so many people. Keep decoding equipment to forces fighting in the Thursday, September 26, 1996 it up, James, for many more years to come. South Pacific, Australia, India and etc. It was while in New Guinea delivering these Mr. THOMPSON. Mr. Speaker, today, I JAMES BONNER: ONE OF CAMDEN’S LIVING maps to General Douglas McArthur that his would like to make note of and salute the up- LEGENDS ship was torpedoed by the Japanese. Luckily, coming 85th National Day of the Republic of If you’re among Camden’s younger resi- the torpedo was a dud and did not explode. China [ROC] on Taiwan which will be cele- dents—below 40—or a newcomer, chances are Once, while waiting on the airstrip at the brated on Thursday, October 10, 1996. you don’t know a whole lot about the elderly Pacific island of Biak, the Japanese bombed I wish the ROC every success in its adop- gentleman you’ve seen making his way along the strip while James was on the flight line. tion and implementation of a pragmatic diplo- Broad Street each morning with the help of It was there that he met Col. Bill Darwin macy; and its work toward a greater inter- an aluminum walker and under the watchful (who now lives in Camden) who was in eye of his driver or secretary. charge of the anti aircraft unit guarding the national voice and acceptance in the world If you’re a native of Camden—one of the field. James says he recalls vividly watching community. We should all recognize that this oldtimers—you know the gentleman as Mr. Bill’s men repel the Japs. is a country which has made a truly impres- James Bonner. If you do know him chances James’ recollection of WWII also includes sive effort to improve its position and gain rec- are, small town’s being what they are, that memories of Lt. Gen. David Godwin Barr, of ognition in the world communityÐbecoming you have strong opinions about him; just as Nanafalia. Gen. Barr was McArthur’s assist- the world's 19th largest economy and 7th larg- he certainly does about you. ant and directed the bombing of Japan and est U.S. trading partner. Yes, sir, James Bonner is a forceful, opin- the destruction of the Japanese fleet. Barr’s ionated individual. If he likes you, you have air unit also carried out the mission of drop- On this very special day to the ROC, I ex- a friend forever. And no one is ever likely to ping the Atomic bombs that ended the war. tend my congratulations to both the President know the breadth of his benevolence. James After the war, James remembers, Col. R.R. of the ROC, Dr. Lee Teng-hui, and the Taipei has helped failing businesses, folks with cat- ‘‘Fritz’’ Carothers, of Oak Hill and Camden Economic and Cultural Representative in the astrophic illnesses, and he has sent numer- (Mayor at one time) was assigned the job of United States, Dr. Jason Chih-chiang Hu. E1738 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 CHILD ABUSE PREVENTION AND much needed information, even on short no- with a regular income commit to a multi-year TREATMENT ACT, AMENDMENTS tice. repayment plan covering some portion of what OF 1996 Dean Schofield's hard work and extensive they owe. knowledge about South Dakota's transpor- The majority of debtors filing for bankruptcy SPEECH OF tation systems contributed to the passage of are in serious financial straits due to loss of HON. FRANK RIGGS several pieces of major Federal legislation, in- employment, divorce, or medical emergency, and we must keep the system open and avail- OF CALIFORNIA cluding the Intermodal Surface Transportation and Efficiency Act and the National Highway able to assist them in getting back on an even IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES System legislation, which are extremely bene- financial keel. Wednesday, September 25, 1996 ficial to the State of South Dakota. Addition- But there appears to be a significant per- Mr. RIGGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ally, Dean was instrumental in developing the centage of individuals abusing the bankruptcy support of the House substitute to S. 919, a Department's Computerized Needs Data system through multiple filings to forestall legal bill that makes amendments to the Child Book, the 5-Year Construction Program with actions, hiding of assets, making false and in- Abuse Prevention and Treatment Act, known its project prioritization system based on complete financial statements, and similar ac- as CAPTA. This legislation, which has been needs, the annual strategic Plan and the legis- tions. Some individuals enter into chapter 13 crafted in a bicameral and bipartisan fashion, lative program, and he served on numerous repayment plans which are unrealistic and authorizes and makes critical amendments to department, statewide, and special Governor's which inevitably fail, while other individuals the current CAPTA Act. task forces. with steady incomes and the ability to make As a former law enforcement officer I urge Through his knowledge, judgment, open- significant repayment of their freely acquired support for this legislation so that we can pro- ness, thoroughness, and integrity over the last debts choose to abandon them in chapter 7. tect the most vulnerable segment of this Na- 35 years, Dean has earned the respect of ev- The system is out of kilter, and its overbur- tion's populationÐabused and neglected chil- eryone he has dealt with, both within and out- dened overseers are ill-equipped to catch dren. As you know crime against children is side the South Dakota Department of Trans- those who abuse it. on the rise and we must act now. It is be- portation. In recognition of his outstanding It is my belief that individuals with financial cause of the children we need to pass this service, Dean was voted the Department's problems should consider filing for bankruptcy today. most considerate and genuinely caring em- to be their last resort, not their first. All of the One important component of this bill is that ployee and is a unique individual who will be individuals involved in the systemÐjudges, is provides expanded adoption opportunities sorely missed by the Department and by my trustees, administrators, and attorneysÐhave for babies who have been abandoned. The office. South Dakota will truly benefit from the an obligation to ensure that consumer debtors parents of these children have indicated by fruits of Dean's labor for many years to come. are fully aware of their nonbankruptcy alter- their actions that they do not want these chil- I am honored to have the opportunity to recog- natives for accomplishing financial restructur- dren, then lets make it easier for these chil- nize him today. ing. Consumer credit counseling services are dren to go to homes that will love, care, pro- f widely available throughout the nation and can vide nourishment for them. In addition this act help individuals and families avoid bankruptcy will take a closer look at the effects of the CONSUMER BANKRUPTCY through various financial management tech- placement of children in kinship care arrange- CONCERNS niques. Creditors are extremely supportive of ments, pre-adoptive, or adoptive homes. This these efforts. legislation adds a requirement for states to ex- HON. SONNY BONO Attorneys and other bankruptcy petition pre- plore contracting with public or private non- OF CALIFORNIA parers have an obligation to fully disclose the profit agencies, or sectarian institutions for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES very serious nature and consequences of filing for bankruptcy to individuals considering this recruitment of potential foster and adoptive Thursday, September 26, 1996 families. This legislation increases the author- step. Debtors need to be aware that this is a ization for the Adoptive Opportunities Act to Mr. BONO. Mr. Speaker, along with many step with serious, negative long term con- $20 million and continues authorization other Members I share a deep concern that sequences for their ability to obtain credit and through 2001. the United States is about to set an economic other services, and that there are alternative It is time that we all join together and pro- record which is nothing to be proud of. I speak means for redressing their problems which tect our children. I urge my colleagues to vote of the fact that by the end of 1996 total U.S. should be explored first. favorably on this legislation. bankruptcy filings are expected to exceed 1 Unfortunately, some attorneys and other f million for the first time in the Nation's history. bankruptcy preparers advertise their services It is particularly worrisome that this level of as ``debt reduction'', ``federal repayment'', or TRIBUTE TO DEAN SCHOFIELD bankruptcies is occurring in a time of relatively similarly vague and misleading terms to dis- good economic news, as it raises significant guise the true nature of their business and to HON. TIM JOHNSON concerns about what bankruptcy levels will be downplay the consequences of entering into OF SOUTH DAKOTA whenever the next cyclical economic downturn personal bankruptcy. As a result, many thou- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES arrives. As a member of the Banking Commit- sands of individuals each year are placed into tee I am of course worried about the potential bankruptcy without fully informed knowledge Thursday, September 26, 1996 impact of losses stemming from bankruptcy on and consent. Attorneys and other petition pre- Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Mr. Speak- the health of our financial institutions, and on parers have a constitutional right to advertise, er, I would like to take this opportunity to rec- the price and availability of credit. And, as a but this type of deceptive and misleading prac- ognize the long and distinguished career of member of the Judiciary Committee, aware tice needs to be curbed. Dean Schofield, deputy secretary of the De- that bankruptcy filings constitute more than In 1994 Congress passed bankruptcy reform partment of Transportation of the State of three-quarters of all cases in the Federal legislation which established a National Bank- South Dakota. Dean consistently dem- courts, I worry about this increasing burden ruptcy Review Commission to review and fur- onstrated utmost dedication and professional- upon the judicial system. ther evaluate the bankruptcy system and ism in his 35 years and 8 months of service About 9 out of 10 of all bankruptcy filings make recommendations for fundamental re- to South Dakota. are consumer bankruptcies. About two-thirds form to Congress. It is my understanding that Throughout his years with the South Dakota of those are in chapter 7, where creditors are the commission, which has a 2 year mandate Department of Transportation, Dean served as paid some percentage of what they are owed expiring in the fall of 1997, has so far made a mentor and model for all employees through from the liquidation proceeds of the debtor's very little progress in grappling with the fun- his quiet, thoughtful style, strong work ethic nonexempt assets, if there are any. Chapter 7 damental problems rampant in the consumer and leadership. His commitment to family, pro- is a historical anachronism, a holdover from a bankruptcy system. It has instead permitted its fession, church and community was something time when credit was hard to come by and staff to engage in a series of pointless aca- that many within the department strived to based upon what you owed. Today, of course, demic debates and to advance proposals emulate and his ability to balance all of his re- consumer credit is plentiful and is extended on which have little support, much less consen- sponsibilities was remarked on by many. My the basis of the applicant's anticipated future sus, in the broad bankruptcy community. office always enjoyed working with Dean and income. While the other working groups established my staff came to rely heavily on Dean's exten- The remainder of consumer bankruptcies within the Commission have already issued sive knowledge and ability to always provide are in chapter 13, where employed debtors numerous policy proposal in such areas as September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1739 corporate restructuring, small business bank- as early as 8 p.m. In one show, a criminal our religious leaders, our teachers, our com- ruptcy, and system administration, the drives a nail into the palm of a corrupt mayor. munity leaders, all levels of government, consumer working group has yet to make In another, a man is buried alive with his neighborsÐeveryone in society. But the even a single, tentative recommendation for mouth and eyes sewn shut. And in yet another media, too, with its enormous role in the so- reform of the current system. With consumer offering, as the top of a corpse's head is cialization process, must join us in this effort. bankruptcy filings constituting about 90 per- sawed off an alien creature pops out. f cent of all filings, this wheel-spinning cannot Children are particularly sensitive to the be allowed to continue. Therefore, I was world around them, as they notice and absorb SALUTE TO DON AND JACKIE pleased to learn that the Commission is finally everything they see and experience. Psycholo- PRUNER going to begin to grapple with this area in a gist Stephen Garber of the Behavior Institute comprehensive way with a series of hearings of Atlanta has seen an increasing number of HON. ELTON GALLEGLY beginning in November. Congress needs this children in his practice who, despite having no OF CALIFORNIA Commission to deliver a series of pragmatic actual contact with violence and living in safe proposals to get the system back under con- neighborhoods, are developing not just fears IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES trol and to provide debtors with the relief they but full-blown phobias about being kidnaped, Thursday, September 26, 1996 require, creditors with the repayment they de- getting shot, and other real-world calamities. Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to serve, and society at large with the right bal- He attributes this in part to what children see salute two people who have probably had a ance between forgiveness and obligation. on television. The American Psychological As- more direct effect on the health and welfare of One area which I hope the Commission de- sociation estimates that a typical child will Ventura County residents than anyone elseÐ votes serious attention to is recommending watch 8,000 murders and 100,000 acts of vio- Don and Jackie Pruner. ways in which individuals can be informed of lence before finishing elementary school. In August of 1963, Don and Jackie scraped alternatives to bankruptcy at the earliest pos- This matters because studies are pretty together nearly all the money they could find sible time, perhaps even before their initial clear with respect to the impact that viewing and bought an ambulance company that con- contact with the bankruptcy system. Consumer violence has on children. In 1956, one of the sisted of one 1958 Pontiac ambulance. Times financial education must obviously play a larg- first studies of television violence reported that were tight, so Don did the driving while Jackie er role in addressing current problems. 4 year olds who watched ``Woody Wood- handled business operations and dispatched I also believe that both the Federal Trade pecker'' cartoons were more likely to display about 15 calls a month (to a service popu- Commission and state bar associations should aggressive behavior than children who lation of about 9,000 people in the Thousand do a much better job of monitoring bank- watched the ``Little Red Hen.'' Study after Oaks area) out of the couple's home. ruptcy-related advertising, and should crack study in decade after decade confirmed similar Back then, the business was called Conejo down on deceptive ads which fail to clearly findings. However, the harm caused by view- Ambulance. Over the course of three decades, and conspicuously disclose that the services ing violence is broader than the encouraging Pruner Health Services grew to provide 24- being offered involve a declaration of bank- of violent behavior. Studies have found that hour emergency service to a population of ruptcy along with all of its grave and lingering viewing violence increases mistrust of others more than 345,000 people in an area of ap- consequences. Disciplinary or enforcement ac- and fear of being a victim of violence, and de- proximately 650 square miles. tion should certainly be utilized where appro- sensitizes viewers to violence resulting in cal- priate. loused attitudes and apathetic behavior toward Obviously, Don and Jackie have come a Finally, the Office of U.S. Trustee, which ad- violence. long way from that 1958 Pontiac. Like all busi- ministers the bankruptcy system, should un- Over the years, Congress and broadcasters ness success stories, theirs is one of hard dertaken efforts to ensure that the standing have sporadically tackled this issue. For ex- work, determination and day-to-day achieve- trustees in chapters 7 and 13 are making in- ample, in 1990, Congress passed the Chil- ments that together form an extraordinary quiries to determine that debtors are aware of dren's Television Act to increase the amount record of service. alternatives to bankruptcy and are fully aware of quality educational programming for chil- As we celebrate their retirement, it is en- of the long-term effects of filing for bankruptcy. dren. The recent rewrite of the Telecommuni- tirely appropriate that we celebrate all that It is my intention to continue to monitor cations bill included a requirement that tele- Don and Jackie have given to all of usÐthose bankruptcy developments and the ongoing vision sets be manufactured with a computer who know them personally as friends, and work of the Bankruptcy Commission. This sub- chip that would allow parents to screen out those who have known them only through the ject involves matters of economics, judicial programs, rated by the broadcast industry, essential service they provide. fairness, and personal values. There may be that are inappropriate for their children. And Anyone who has ever picked up a phone to many ways to address the ongoing bankruptcy more recently, the broadcasters have agreed summon an ambulance in the middle of an crisisÐbut they all require an initial recognition to air 3 hours of educational television pro- emergency knows that those calls are often that this is indeed a crisis, most particularly for gramming per week. I support these efforts. made in frantic desperation. For more than the millions of debtors and their families But quite frankly, I don't think they are three decades, the people of Ventura County caught up in it. Bankruptcy must remain avail- enough. I agree with the philosophy that if a and Malibu have found Don and Jackie Pruner able as a last resort for those who truly re- river is polluted, you don't just put up a warn- on the other end of that phoneÐwilling to do quire legal forgiveness of their contractual obli- ing signÐyou try to clean it up. That is why I anything they could to preserve life. gations. But it cannot grow into a first resort am introducing a resolution, with Congress- Through it all, Don and Jackie have also for those with the ability but not the desire to man WOLF and 10 other Members of Con- found the time to raise three children, make good on their financial obligations. gress, expressing the sense of the House that Michelle, Mike and Scott, and to welcome five f broadcasters should not air violent program- grandchildren into the world. ming between the hours of 6 a.m. and 10 p.m. Mr. Speaker, I would like to today salute my INTRODUCTION OF A RESOLUTION Cleaning up television will not resolve all of friends Don and Jackie Pruner, and to thank EXPRESSING THE SENSE OF THE the Nation's ills. But as former Education Sec- them for everything they have done for our HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES retary William J. Bennett points out, in recent community. It is rare to come across someone CONCERNING VIOLENCE ON TEL- years we have seen a explosion in moral who has truly dedicated their lives to helping EVISION pathologies: abused and abandoned children, preserve the health and welfare of others. Don out-of-wedlock births, drug use, violent crime and Jackie Pruner are two such individuals. It HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE and just plain trashy behavior, as well as the is my hope that, in retirement, these two good OF DELAWARE vanishing of the unwritten rules of decency friends can focus on their love of traveling, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and civility, social strictures and basic good fishing and frequent excursions to Catalina. I manners. He attributes this to the fact that think everyone who knows Don and Jackie Thursday, September 26, 1996 ``the good'' requires constant reinforcement, personally would agree, after all the years of Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, a recent review and ``the bad'' needs only permission. hard work, they deserve it. of 34 new pilot television shows in U.S. News Turning the tide, reinforcing ``the good'' will Mr. Speaker, I commend Don and Jackie and Worked Report found that many of them ultimately take a massive collective effort, one Pruner to this distinguished body and wish contain extensive and graphic violenceÐsome that engages our families, our civic leaders, them all the best in the future. E1740 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 20TH ANNIVERSARY OF NMMI TV ‘‘hosting numerous broadcast events and ‘‘LINKED FINANCING’’—A NEW now extending into such new areas as a pro- CONCEPT IN AVIATION FUNDING posed additional downlink site from Eastern, HON. BILL RICHARDSON the new Western Governors University and OF NEW MEXICO availability as a node in the new statewide HON. JIM LIGHTFOOT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES telecommunications network now in the OF IOWA Thursday, September 26, 1996 planning stages.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES McLaren said the NMMI program’s focus Thursday, September 26, 1996 Mr. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, I urge my has always been on cadet training, some- colleagues to join me in recognizing the 20th times for school credit and sometimes for Mr. LIGHTFOOT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today anniversary of New Mexico Military Institute fun. for the purpose of introducing legislation to es- Television Productions in Roswell, NM. New ‘‘We have 27 volunteer cadets right now,’’ tablish an innovative new funding mechanism Mexico is proud to have on the finest military he said, ‘‘and a waiting list.’’ for the Federal Aviation Administration. We've schools in the country, New Mexico Military In- College sophomore Estevan Padilla of named this new funding mechanism Linked Fi- stitute. NMMI is known for academic excel- Espanola is in his third year at the institute nancing and I'm introducing the legislation at lence, offering one of the few 2-year Army Of- but this is his first year of involvement with this obviously late date to ensure interested ficer Commissioning Programs in the United TV production. ‘‘My friend, Mike, got me committees such as the Budget, Ways and States, and having a tough curriculum for the into it,’’ he said. ‘‘It’s my first experience Means and Transportation Committees, as with television, but I was already in audio as development of strength and character of the a member of the VMV Club which is open to well as organizations such as the National Ci- young men and women who attend NMMI everyone, not just for cadets. vilian Aviation Review Commission, will have from literally all around the world. In addition ‘‘We set up for dances and other performers an opportunity to study and consider this inter- to this, NMMI has contributed greatly to its such as comedians, singers, bands, whatever esting concept before work begins again next local community, through, among other things, they need us for.’’ year on the controversial issue of FAA financ- outstanding television broadcasting produced Padilla’s friend, Mike Ulanski of Wahiawa, ing reform. at NMMI. Hawaii, also a sophomore and in his third This concept known as Linked Financing is This school year NMMI Television Produc- year, said, ‘‘I did this all last year, including something I've worked on with my friends at tions will begin its 20th season of providing special projects like taping alumni activities the Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association the Roswell community with local and original during Homecoming and the superintend- (AOPA). AOPA has devoted substantial time broadcasting. Over 300 cadets, and numerous ent’s retirement party. We’ll tape anything and effort to refining the idea, and I believe it as long as it’s approved by Col. McLaren.’’ local citizens-as-program hosts and other holds considerable promise for addressing the Ulanski explained the cadets rotate re- future funding needs of our Nation's air trans- community volunteers have been a part of this sponsibilities. ‘‘For one show, you might be effort. Their programming ranges from com- director,’’ he said. ‘‘For the next one you portation system. It's based on a simple munity services, retirement programs and ac- might be in charge of audio.’’ premise. That is, the services provided by the tivities, bilingual awareness shows, sports, Mark Jacobs of Albuquerque is in his third FAA are an essential Government function medicine, news, recreation and other pro- year at NMMI and is a junior in high school. largely financed by the users of the system. grams of interest for and about Roswell. I This is his second year in TV production. ‘‘I As we know, under existing budget rules the commend NMMI±TV Productions for providing think I’m very interested in taking this an- cap on discretionary spending and the trade- this additional technical and educational pro- other step,’’ he said. offs it requires, sometimes constrain our ability gram as part of an experience-by-doing learn- Lt. Col. Woodbury believes the experience to fully fund programs which are largely fund- ing laboratory for cadets interested in the field can be invaluable, even if it’s not a career ed by the users. of television broadcasting. goal. ‘‘One cadet who graduated from here This situation cries out for a fresh approach. worked his way through college working for Next year, Congress will begin to debate a Recently, the superintendent of NMMI, Lt. PBS (Public Broadcasting System).’’ number of issues closely tied to the future of Gen. Robert D. Beckel, came and briefed me Martha Ortiz of El Paso, a college fresh- on the many wonderful accomplishments and man, said she had been at NMMI some 21 aviation funding. The House, in an overwhelm- improvements taking place at NMMI. NMMI days. She got interested in TV production ing vote to take the transportation trust funds Television Productions is clearly an example after learning about it at an event in the off budget, has sent the clear signal that it of this excellence and what they are doing for gym showcasing campus activities. ‘‘I like it wants transportation trust fund monies fully the men and women attending their institution a lot,’’ she said. ‘‘It’s very interesting.’’ spent for the intended purpose. An internal as well the local community. I am attaching an The programs offered have a variety of in- fight among airlines for market share has crept article from the Roswell Daily Record that ex- terests for public viewing. Dori Lenz Wagner into Congress and will likely cause a reexam- plains in detail the exceptional work being is no stranger to the production end, having ination of the current airline ticket tax struc- done by this unique program. I urge may col- been a frequent guest on Diane Holdson’s ture. Finally, the Clinton administration, in an ‘‘How To . . .’’. But this fall her own show, leagues to join me in saluting NMMI and ‘‘Quilting,’’ debuts. The nationally known attempt to use more discretionary spending to NMMI. Television Productions for their all- quilting instructor will teach four different fund its liberal social agenda, has created around dedication to the NMMI Corps of Ca- patterns—Fancy Three Patch, Mandevilla, what I believe is an artificial FAA funding crisis dets and the community of Roswell. Attic Window and Snowball—as well as how in order to justify a new aviation tax structure. [From the Roswell Daily Record, Sept. 8, to finish a quilt. Everything will be machine All of these issues contain potential pitfalls. 1996] pieced with rotary cutting. Taking the transportation trust funds out of the NMMI BROADCASTS 20TH YEAR OF TV ‘‘This is the first time they’ve done a quilt- unified budget process could send a mixed PRODUCTION ing show,’’ she said. ‘‘I think it’ll be fun and signal as we seek to balance the Federal (By Marifrank DaHarb) I’m looking forward to it.’’ budget over the next 7 years. It remains to be Wagner’s six shows will alternate weeks Lights . . . camera . . . and ACTION begins seen whether readjusting the airline ticket tax with newcomer Bo Shero. Shero’s program is Tuesday as the New Mexico Military Insti- structure will increase either safety or savings on woodcarving. ‘‘I plan to take them tute TV Productions enters its 20th season to the traveling public. The administration has through a full project of carving a blue- on the air. not been able to adequately demonstrate its Under the supervision of executive pro- bird,’’ he said, ‘‘including all the techniques for attaching the wings, heads and feet and alleged aviation funding shortfall. And its pro- ducer Col. Bruce McLaren and director of posed solution, new aviation taxes, has a broadcasting Lt. Col. Cory Woodbury, the painting and sharpening tools.’’ NMMI programming airs on cable channel 11 Shero is new to Roswell as well as NMMI– number of additional problems. They are cost- every Tuesday night during the academic TV. He spent five years as a guest ly to collect, they can disrupt the financial year. woodcarver at Silver Dollar City in Branson, planning of the airlines, they have safety impli- ‘‘We share the channel with Community MO, where people demonstrate how things cations, andÐmost importantÐFAA would Calendar, First Baptist Church and Roswell were done in the Ozarks in the 1890s. have little direct accountability to Congress for City Council meetings,’’ McLaren said. He ‘‘We think we have a good line-up this how the agency spends the money. also said they can offer local programming fall,’’ McLaren said. ‘‘But we’d like to be Linked Financing is a better alternative. This able to offer shows for the home handyman and a link to satellite teleconferences and plan would provide FAA the funding the ad- telecourses to the community, Roswell and the Roswell gardener or something like schools and Eastern New Mexico University- ‘New Mexico Out-of-Doors’ and ‘Learning to ministration says it needs, but, unlike imposing Roswell as well as the institute. play . . . whatever musical instrument.’ the administration's proposed new aviation ‘‘We’ve been on the telecommunications We’re limited only by the availability of pro- taxes, would not circumvent the current budg- cutting edge for 20 years,’’ McLaren said, gram hosts.’’ et process. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1741 Linked Financing would retain the excise RECOGNIZING TAIWAN’S NATIONAL A VETERAN INSTRUCTOR SHARES taxes which airway system users now pay on DAY HER EXPERIENCES IN THE airline tickets, fuel, and cargo. These taxes CLASSROOM would continue to feed the Airport and Airway Trust Fund. This Trust Fund is for aviation HON. STEVE CHABOT HON. ROGER F. WICKER spending only, and it finances most of the OF OHIO OF MISSISSIPPI FAA's budget. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Under Linked Financing, what aviation users Thursday, September 26, 1996 pay in taxes for a given year would depend on Thursday, September 26, 1996 Mr. WICKER. Mr. Speaker, I want to share what Congress allowed the FAA to spend the Mr. CHABOT. Mr. Speaker, I just wanted to with my colleagues an article that appeared in year before. When the FAA's spending goes take a moment before the Congress adjourns the Sunday, September 22 edition of the up, the taxes collected would be adjusted up- for the year to congratulate our friends and al- Northeast Mississippi Daily Journal in my wards by a corresponding amount the follow- lies in the Republic of China as they prepare hometown of Tupelo, MS. Claudia Hopkins is ing year, according to a predetermined for- to celebrate their National Day on October 10. a fifth grade teacher at King Intermediate School in Tupelo. She was recently asked to mula. An upper limit on the tax rates would As my colleagues know, the Taiwanese talk about her career as a teacher before the keep the rates at a reasonable level. The ob- people recently made history as they success- Tupelo Rotary and Kiwanis Clubs. Her com- jective is for tax revenues to match spending fully and peacefully held the first Democratic ments reaffirm my long-held feelings that from year to year. We think most of the nec- elections in over four thousand years of Chi- classroom teachers are the most important essary growth in tax revenue would result nese history. President Lee Teng Hui and the part of education. from aviation industry growth, not tax rate in- people of the Republic of China are to be A VETERAN INSTRUCTOR SHARES HER creases. But the formula would provide for an commended for that landmark achievement. EXPERIENCES IN THE CLASSROOM adjustment in the tax rates, if necessary. I join with my colleagues in the Congress (By Claudia Hopkins) When FAA spending drops, tax rates would and my many Taiwanese-American friends in I never planned to teach. I didn’t want to. Cincinnati and around the country in congratu- My mother was a career teacher, my father drop automatically the following year to reflect had been a teacher at different times in my the decrease. This would ensure that system lating the people of the Republic of China on this, the 85th anniversary of their National life, my aunts were teachers, and I just users will not pay for non-existent services. wasn’t interested. I didn’t like teachers! Day. They were always so intrusive! I think I was Linked Financing also addresses the con- like Winston Churchill who said, ‘‘Person- straints imposed by the discretionary spending f ally, I’m always ready to learn, although I cap. Under the current rules, additional reve- do not always like to be taught.’’ nue doesn't automatically lead to additional TRIBUTE TO ALAN G. HEVESI I wanted to be a writer, and that’s the em- spending. Why? Because spending is capped, ployment I was seeking as a new college graduate 27 years ago in Nashville. I was regardless of how much money the govern- scheduled for my second interview for a ment takes in. HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS copywriter’s position when I came home for The purpose of the spending cap is to con- OF NEW YORK the Labor Day weekend to find that the prin- cipal of a little school outside of Nashville trol the deficit by cutting Government spending IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES had called saying he needed a fourth grade instead of raising taxes. However, under Thursday, September 26, 1996 teacher. There was only one drawback, he Linked Financing, aviation users would pay for said. My room would be on the stage. Well, the increased spending for FAAÐnot other Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- those of you who know me can appreciate taxpayers. the irony in that! And, sure enough, without nize the stalwart efforts of Alan Hevesi, who, really knowing why, I canceled my Therefore, the Linked Financing plan estab- as New York City's 41st comptroller has copywriting interview, took that teaching lishes an annual Trust Fund reserve account fought to ensure financial integrity in the budg- job and with the exception of seven years, which would be available to the appropriations etary process. A veteran of the State Assem- have been ‘‘on the stage’’ ever since! bly, Alan has been involved in the negotiation Often I’ve felt just like Dolly Levi with a committees to supplement the resources oth- and passage of 18 balanced budgets. business card and a solution for every prob- erwise available to them within the discre- lem! A teacher makes so many decisions for tionary cap. This Annual Reserve Account Alan Hevesi has been a champion of afford- so many people in one day—our profession would be outside the discretionary cap, so the able health care, education reform, and the ranks second in the number of immediate de- rights of people with disabilities. His efforts cisions that must be made every day. Air discretionary cap would not limit the ability of were instrumental in passing legislation that traffic controllers are first! They also have Congress to spend the funds deposited in the cracked down on Medicaid fraud and nursing the highest suicide rate, but I don’t want to Reserve Account. The amount deposited in home abuses. dwell on that! the Annual Reserve Account each year would II. ‘‘GETTING TO KNOW YOU.’’ Under Alan Hevesi's administration, the be equal to the annual increase in Aviation It didn’t take me very long that first year number of audits conducted by the comptrol- Trust Fund revenue, if any. to realize that if I wanted my students to be ler's office has doubled, generating $42 million successful, I couldn’t teach them as if they Linked Financing assures that the taxes that in direct cash savings for the city of New York. were all round pegs to fit into round holes, aviation users pay are promptly spent for avia- Other efforts he has directed resulted in the Some of them are square pegs, some are dia- tion purposes. And it does this without major elimination of individuals from welfare and mond-shaped—all are unique. I began to read changes to the current budget process or the their placement in meaningful jobs. Addition- and study and observe. Somewhere along the way, I read what a student had written, and ability of Congress to oversee FAA's spend- ally, pension funds for which the comptroller is a trustee and advisor, are ranked in the top the words had a profound effect on my teach- ing. ing: quartile for performance and the bottom quar- As an innovative mechanism for using dedi- ‘‘Can’t nobody teach me who don’t know tile for costs. me and won’t learn me.’’ Let me repeat that: cated taxesÐtaxes collected for a specific pur- ‘‘Can’t nobody teach me who don’t know me poseÐLinked Financing could offer a solution The stellar performances of this exceptional individual are attributable to his vast energy, and won’t learn me.’’ for other user financed Government programs, Wow, what a powerful statement! I began commitment, professional and academic train- as well. to try to get to know each one of my stu- ing. He received his undergraduate academic dents—to search out the learning style This is an interesting idea, Mr. Speaker, training from Queens College, and his Ph.D in unique to each one—to find just the right which deserves serious consideration. The public law and government from Columbia way to help each child experience success. challenges facing aviation are not going to go University. It’s a hard task—often an exhausting one and away and I urge my colleagues to give this one I’m still trying to master. Alan Hevesi and his wife Carol have three I guess the most outstanding example of proposal their attention as we begin to debate children, Laura, Daniel, and Andrew. I am tailoring education to fit the child was Fred. these issues in the final days of this Congress pleased to recognize his vast contributions Fred was an older boy who’d been held back as well as the 105th Congress. and to introduce him to my House colleagues. several years. By the time he was in the E1742 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 fourth grade, he was so mature that he ing others and being loud that they weren’t you?’’ Mary was the only one to raise her wasn’t just noticing the girls but the teach- able to see the real him—the one that was so hand. ‘‘Yes, Mary?’’ ‘‘Well, my mother said it ers, too! I found him in the sixth grade hall smart and capable. He didn’t write a re- was just like an old maid to get in a stew one day getting a drink of water, and as I sponse—he just looked up at me, grinned and over this. She said she didn’t know what all passed, I patted him on his back and told nodded, and said aloud, ‘‘This was fun’’ as he the fuss was about.’’ I began to respond with him that he needed to return to his class- joined a group to finish his work. something like, ‘‘Mary, some parents think room. He never raised up—I just heard him 3. Children today love to be creative, to this is a very delicate subject,’’ and Mary utter, ‘‘Umm, umm, umm!’’ perform, to improvise. But here’s the great said, ‘‘What’s delicate about plants?’’ Well, at the end of that fourth grade year, paradox in education. Even though studies Friends, I had read the alternate chapter in the principal decided to bypass fifth grade show that children who are stimulated cre- my teacher’s edition. The students textbooks and put Fred in my sixth grade class because atively through the arts perform better in were all about cross pollination of pea pods— he was, quote, ‘‘getting too old to stay in el- school and on standardized tests, the arts not sexual reproduction. If those parents had ementary school’’ and ‘‘it didn’t matter budgets and the strictness of scheduling said to me what they’d said about me, we where he was anyway; he couldn’t learn.’’ often cut out the very experiences that chil- could have saved ourselves a lot of stress! Boy, don’t ever give me a challenge like dren need. Go figure! We’re fortunate at King that! I discovered right away that Fred could to have the time, thanks to Dr. Cother, and 6. Children today are as hungry for an learn—in fact, he could learn fast. I showed the materials, thanks to AEE, to be able to adult’s approval as they ever were. Several him how to annex the zero in multiplication set up an art museum simulation this year years ago my students were asked to write in in one day. He called that zero the ‘‘naked and perform several musicals that extend their journals at the beginning of every class zero. I don’t know why. But it worked for our social studies, science and literature cur- period. It was one of those days when the si- him. He was like that—you could see the ricula and meet the creative needs of each lence was broken several times with the light come on in his eyes, and whatever con- child. question, ‘‘What’s today?’’ I’d answered that nection he made that year, I supported. He 4. Children love to see you in a tense, un- question over and over and finally, I jumped couldn’t read very well and we weren’t really comfortable situation and then they go in up, ran to the middle of the room and sang, successful in overcoming that, but he’d for the kill. ‘‘Da, da, da, da, da, da! Today’s the 29th! found his own system of deciphering the That hasn’t changed. Now, everybody knows what today is.’’ On printed word enough to keep up in science I’ll never forget the first time my superior my way back to my seat, I heard one of the and social studies. came into my classroom to observe me. Of boys say to his neighbor, ‘‘Everybody but In getting to know him, I discovered that course, it was unexpected, but I felt pretty James—he’s too dumb to know what today he got up before sunrise every day to help his good about the lesson for the day. I’d spent is.’’ Before I could respond, I heard James uncle on their farm and that he drove a trac- a lot of time cutting out pictures from maga- say, just as quietly, ‘‘Uh huh. Da, da, da, da, tor sometimes late into the night. Yet, he al- zines to reinforce my lesson on writing de- da, da! Today’s the 29th!’’ I just fell out and ways had his homework that year. His lower scriptions. Each student had taken one, writ- said, ‘‘James, I love you!’’ At the end of the elementary teachers couldn’t understand the ten a description, and then I was to read week, I took up their journals and there in change. I didn’t understand it. But Fred did. them and let them see if they could guess James’ poor spelling and painfully childish He understood a lot of things for the very what the picture was from the description. writing were these words: ‘‘Miss Hockin love Well, my supervisor eased in just as I was first time, and it felt good to him. me. She say so.’’ Some things never change. Years later I was back in that little com- reading the description of an elephant. ‘‘It munity for a visit, and I attended the very has fat legs and big hips.’’ One hand went up. IV. WHAT, THEN, HAS CHANGED? first graduation ceremony in their new high I nervously asked, ‘‘Yes, honey, who or what do you think it is?’’ ‘‘Sounds a lot like my Am I saying that children are still attend- school. Can you imagine how I felt when the ing school in Mayberry with Miss Crump? principal called his name and there he was in sister to me!’’ Well, I handled the laughter as well as I could and said something inad- Goodness, no! There ARE differences in our a cap and gown getting his diploma? That’s classrooms today. Because of advances in why I teach. equate like, ‘‘No, sweetie, it’s not your sis- ter,’’ and went on reading. ‘‘It has a little technology, the world can be brought to our III. HAVE CHILDREN CHANGED? tail.’’ I see you’re ahead of me. And of course doors. We can access research data almost as I’m often asked, ‘‘Don’t you think children that same little voice piped up, ‘‘Nope, it soon as new discoveries are made. We can have changed? ’’ I’ve even said it myself, but sure ain’t my sister if it’s got a little tail. communicate with students in other places I really don’t think it’s the children who Hers is as big as the Grand Canyon.’’ Well, from our classrooms. We have more mate- have changed. They haven’t been here long you’d think that was the end of it, wouldn’t rials, more comfortable classrooms, more up- enough! The world has changed, values have you? Oh, no! Just as I reclaimed control of to-date textbooks, more resources. But, be- changed, communication has changed, deliv- the class, another student raised his hand, cause of drug abuse we have students who ery of instruction has changed, I have and like a fool, I called on him. ‘‘What’s that are severely altered in academic ability and changed. But, I think the children are basi- mark on your top?’’ You know, tact is not a in behavioral skills. Because of the changes cally the same in 1996 as they were in 1969. child’s long suit. Well, that morning I’d let in the home, we have students who are with- 1. They love to be read to. I know that sen- the iron stay a bit too long on that spot and drawn or threatening. Because of neglect, we tence ended with a preposition, but as long had a perfect print of an iron right on the have students who seek attention in any way as I know it, it’s OK. Isn’t it? The beauty of front of my top, but I’d convinced myself they can get it. Because they’ve been given the language is as appealing to children that it wasn’t noticeable. I explained, my hu- too much too soon, we have students who are today as it ever was. I try to read to my stu- miliation almost complete. As we walked hopeless and jaded. The dead eyes alarm me dents every day. I choose all kinds of lit- out of the classroom, one of the students more than anything. erature, and they are just spellbound. For said, ‘‘You need some new shoes, too.’’ My Today’s differences create more challenges many, it’s the only time of the day that supervisor never said a word, in fact, she for teachers. What are the greatest chal- they’re completely quiet and focused on never came back. lenges I face today? Probably the same ones what’s being said. That never changes. One 5. Brace yourselves, parents. Children tell I faced in the early ‘70s—how to individualize of the perks of my job is hearing them say, us what you say about us. I really think instruction; how to provide a classroom cli- ‘‘The book is better than the movie’’ there ought to be a contract signed every mate where motivation can take place; how 2. The approval of their peers is as impor- year between parents and teachers stating: to manage behavior; how to communicate ef- tant today as it was when I first started We won’t believe everything they say about fectively with students, parents and other teaching. On Friday, one of my students was you if you won’t believe everything they say educators; how to meet the needs of every having a hard time getting anyone to work about us! I taught sex education one year— student whether the need be academic, emo- with him. He said to me, ‘‘Nobody likes me,’’ don’t laugh—to sixth grade girls. I had tional or physical; how to relinquish ‘‘teach- and then he walked off with slumped shoul- looked through my teachers’ edition of my ing’’ time to laugh, to enjoy the spontaneous ders. That’s what the feeling does to chil- science book and noticed that chapter 10 was moment, to really look at a child, to really dren—to us all—it defeats us. I couldn’t about reproduction. The principal and I listen, to discover, to explore, to appreciate, stand for him to feel that way, so he and I planned for months. We had filmstrips and to grow; and the continuing challenge of how had a silent conversation while everyone else videos, guest speakers lined up, and our les- to give a flawless performance on this edu- was working. Have you ever had a silent con- sons all prepared. We’d sent the science cation ‘‘stage’’ I’ve chosen, because . .. versation? It’s where you and someone else books home with instructions for the parents write your thoughts and questions and com- to read chapter 10, sign the permission notes .. . a doctor’s mistake is buried ments instead of speaking them. It’s a won- and be in partnership with us as we went .. . a lawyer’s mistake is imprisoned derful way to communicate. You’re more fo- through the unit. cused on what you’re feeling, you’re using On the first day, I opened with, ‘‘Girls, I .. . a plumber’s mistake is stopped more than one or two of your seven know you all have read chapter 10 and your .. . an accountant’s mistake is written off intelligences and it’s really hard to whine on parents have read chapter 10. What are your paper! Try it in your business. Try it at thoughts as we begin this unit?’’ There was .. . a printer’s mistake is reprinted home with hour families! Anyway, I sug- just this long silence, so I tried another ap- . . . But, a teacher’s mistake is never gested that perhaps he was so busy distract- proach. ‘‘Did your parents discuss this with erased. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1743 A CLOSER LOOK AT PARTIAL- often used much later—even into the ninth AREN’T ‘‘THIRD TRIMESTER’’ ABORTIONS RARE? BIRTH ABORTIONS month. The Los Angeles Times accurately AT WHAT STAGE IN PREGNANCY DO PARTIAL- and succinctly described this abortion meth- BIRTH ABORTIONS OCCUR? ARE THESE BABIES od in a June 16, 1995 news story: The proce- ‘‘VIABLE’’? HON. ROBERT K. DORNAN dure requires a physician to extract a fetus, It appears that the substantial majority of OF CALIFORNIA feet first, from the womb and through the partial-birth abortions are performed late in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES birth canal until all but its head is exposed. the second trimester—that is, before the 27- Then the tips of surgical scissors are thrust week mark—but usually after 20 weeks (41⁄2 Thursday, September 26, 1996 into the base of the fetus’ skull, and a suc- months). There is compelling evidence that Mr. DORNAN. Mr. Speaker, even liberal tion catheter is inserted through the opening the overwhelming majority of these pre- newspapers such as the Washington Post and the brain is removed. week-27 partial-birth abortions are per- formed for purely ‘‘social’’ reasons. agree that abortion advocates have been fast In 1992, Dr. Martin Haskell of Dayton, In an attempt to ‘‘filter out’’ this docu- and loose with the facts concerning H.R. Ohio, wrote a paper that described in detail, mentation, many opponents of the bill at- 1833, the Partial-Birth Abortion Act. It's time to step-by-step, how to preform the procedure. tempt to narrow the debate to only third-tri- set the record straight. Here is an in-depth, [‘‘Dilation and Extraction for Late Second mester partial-birth abortions procedures— factual analysis of this important, life-saving Trimester Abortion.’’] Dr. Haskell is a fam- that is, to abortions performed beginning in bill. ily practitioner who has performed over 1,000 the 27th week [seventh month] of pregnancy. such procedures in his walk-in abortion clin- Some journalists and commentators have [From the National Right to Life ics. Anyone who is seriously seeking the Committee, Inc., Sept. 11, 1996] readily adopted this ‘‘filter.’’ However, there truth behind the conflicting claims regard- is really no non-ideological justification for PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTIONS: A CLOSER LOOK ing partial-birth abortions would do well to adopting this ‘‘third trimester’’ demarca- (By Douglas Johnson, NRLC Federal start by reading Dr. Haskell’s paper, and the tion. It has no basis in the text of the Par- Legislative Director) transcripts of the explanatory interviews tial-Birth Abortion Ban Act (HR 1833), which The final version of the Partial-Birth that Dr. Haskell gave in 1993 to two medical bans partial-birth abortion at any point in Abortion Ban Act (HR 1833) was approved by publications, American Medical News (the pregnancy. Nor, contrary to some popular the U.S. Senate by a vote of 54–44 on Decem- official AMA newspaper) and Cincinnati misconceptions, is there any basis in current ber 7, 1995, and by the U.S. House of Rep- Medicine. [All are available from NRLC.] Supreme Court constitutional doctrine or in resentatives on March 27, 1996, by a vote of Here is how Dr. Haskell explained a key neo-natal medical practice for adopting a 286–129. On April 10, 1996, President Clinton part of the abortion method: With a lower ‘‘third trimester’’ demarcation. vetoed the bill. The House is expected to [fetal] extremity in the vagina, the surgeon Under the Supreme Court’s doctrine, ‘‘via- vote on whether to override the veto on or uses his fingers to deliver the opposite lower bility’’ is regarded as the constitutionally about September 19, 1996. If two-thirds of the extremity, then the torso, the shoulders and significant demarcation. In Planned Parent- House votes to override, the Senate also will upper extremities. The skull lodges at the in- hood v. Casey (1992), the Supreme Court ex- vote on whether to override. ternal cervical os[the opening to the uterus]. plicitly disavowed the ‘‘trimester frame- Opponents of the bill, including President Usually there is not enough dilation for it to work’’ of Roe v. Wade (1973), and reaffirmed Clinton and his subordinates, have propa- pass through. The fetus is oriented dorsum that ‘‘viability’’ is (in the Court’s view) the gated a number of myths regarding the par- or spineup. At this point, the right-handed constitutionally significant demarcation. tial-birth abortion procedure and the bill. surgeon slides the fingers of the left hand ‘‘Viability’’ is the point at which a baby born These myths include the assertions that par- along the back of the fetus and ‘‘hooks the prematurely can be sustained by good medi- tial-birth abortions are very rare and are shoulders of the fetus with the index and cal assistance. Currently, many babies are performed only in extreme circumstances in- ring fingers (palm down) * * * [T]he surgeon ‘‘viable’’ a full three weeks before the ‘‘third volving serious fetal deformities or threat to takes a pair of blunt curved Metzenbaum trimester.’’ Therefore, most partial-birth abortions kill babies who are already ‘‘via- the life of the mother; that the bill would scissors in the right hand. He carefully ad- ble,’’ or who are at most a few days or weeks jeopardize the lives or health of some vances the tip, curved down, along the spine short of viability.1 women; and that anesthesia given to the and under his middle finger until he feels it mother kills the fetus/baby or renders her (Even at 20 weeks, the baby is seven inches contact the base of the skull under the tip of long on average. And, as discussed below, at pain-free before the procedure is performed. his middle finger * * * [T]he surgeon then Some of this misinformation—especially the a March 21 congressional hearing leading forces the scissors into the base of the skull medical authorities testified that the baby claim that the procedure is used mostly in or into the foramen magnum. Having safely by this point is very sensitive to painful cases of severe ‘‘fetal deformity’’—has been entered the skull, he spreads the scissors to stimuli.) uncritically adopted as factual by some jour- enlarge the opening. The surgeon removes At least one partial-birth abortion special- nalists, columnists, and editorialists. the scissors and introduces a suction cath- ist, the late Dr. James McMahon, regularly Yet, these claims are contradicted by the eter into this hole and evacuates the skull performed the procedure even after 26 past writings and recorded statements of contents.’’ [‘‘Dilation and Extraction for weeks—even into the ninth month. In 1995, doctors who have performed thousands of Late Second Trimester abortion,’’ pages 30– Dr. McMahon submitted to the House Judici- partial-birth abortions, and by other avail- 31.] ary Constitution Subcommittee a graph and able documentation, including authoritative Dr. Haskell also wrote that he ‘‘routinely explanation that explicitly showed that he medical information gathered by the House aborted healthy (‘‘not flawed’’) babies even Judiciary Committee and the Senate Judici- performs this procedure on all patients 20 1 1 in the third trimester (after 26 weeks of preg- ary Committee. This factsheet relies heavily through 24 weeks LMP [i.e., from 4 ⁄2 to 5 ⁄2 months after the last menstrual period] with nancy). Dr. McMahon’s own graph showed, upon such primary sources. For copies of for example, that at 29 or 30 weeks, one- documents cited here, contact the NRLC certain exceptions,’’ these ‘‘exceptions’’ in- volving complicating factors such as being fourth of the aborted babies had no ‘‘flaw’’ Federal Legislative Office at (202) 626–8820, however slight. Underneath the graph, Dr. fax (202) 347–3668. more than 20 pounds overweight. Dr. Haskell also wrote that he used the procedure McMahon offered this explanation: After 26 WHAT IS A PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTION, AND WHAT through 26 weeks [six months] ‘‘on selected weeks, those pregnancies that are not flawed IS THE PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTION BAN ACT (HR patients.’’ [p.28] He added, ‘‘Among its ad- are still non-elective. They are interrupted 1833)? vantages are that it is a quick, surgical out- because of maternal risk, rape, incest, psy- The Partial-Birth Abortion Ban Act (HR patient method that can be performed on a chiatric or pediatric indications. [chart and 1833) would prohibit performance of a par- scheduled basis under local anesthesia.’’ (p. caption reproduced in June 15 hearing tial-birth abortion, except in cases (if there 33). record, page 109] are many) in which the procedure is nec- In an interview with Constitution Sub- In sworn testimony in an Ohio lawsuit on essary to save the life of a mother. The com- committee Counsel Keri Harrison, Dr. Nov. 8, 1995, Dr. Haskell explained that he plete text of the bill is attached to this fact- McMahon explained that ‘‘pediatric indica- first learned of the method when a colleague sheet. tion’’ referred to underage mothers, not to The bill defines a ‘‘partial-birth abortion’’ described very briefly over the phone to me any medical condition of the mother or the as ‘‘an abortion in which the person perform- a technique that I later learned came from baby. ing the abortion partially vaginally delivers Dr. [James] McMahon where they internally grab the fetus and rotate it and accomplish— a long fetus before killing the fetus and com- 1 According to the landmark survey of neonatal be somewhat equivalent to a breech type of pleting the delivery.’’ Abortionists who vio- units in the National Institute of Child Health and lates the law would be subject to both crimi- delivery. Human Development Neonatal Research Network, nal and civil penalties, but no penalty would Dr. James McMahon, who died in 1995, used conducted in 1987 and 1988 by Dr. Maureen Heck, et be applied to the woman who obtained such essentially the same procedure thousands of al, babies born at 23 weeks had on average a 23% chance of survival, rising to 34% at 24 weeks, and an abortion. times, and to a much later point in preg- 54% at 25 weeks. See ‘‘Very Low Birth Weight Out- This procedure is generally beginning at 20 nancy—even into the ninth month. Other comes of the National Institute of Child Health and weeks (41⁄2 months) in pregnacy, and ‘‘rou- abortionists also employ the procedure, as Human Development Neonatal Network,’’ Pediat- tinely’’ at least 24 weeks (51⁄2 months). It has discussed below. rics, May 1991. E1744 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996

IS THE BABY ALIVE WHEN SHE IS PULLED FEET- Mary Campbell, Medical Director of Planned that on occasion we need to administer anes- FIRST FROM THE WOMB? Parenthood of Metropolitan Washington, thesia directly to the fetus because even at American Medical News reported in 1993, which stated, ‘‘The fetus dies of an overdose these early ages the fetus moves away from after conducting interviews with Drs. Has- of anesthesia given to the mother intra- the pain of the stimulation.’’ [hearing kell and McMahon, that the doctors ‘‘told venously * * * This induces brain death in a record, page 288] AM News that the majority of fetuses abort- fetus in a matter of minutes. Fetal demise At a hearing before the same panel on June ed this way are alive until the end of the pro- therefore occurs at the beginning of the pro- 15, 1995, Professor Robert White, Director of cedure.’’ On July 11, 1995, American Medical cedure while the fetus is still in the womb.’’ the Division of Neurosurgery and Brain Re- News submitted the transcript of the tape- However, when this statement was read to search Laboratory at Case Western Reserve recorded interview with Dr. Haskell to the Dr. Norig Ellison, the president of the 34,000- School of Medicine, testified, ‘‘The fetus House Judiciary Committee. The transcript member American Society of Anesthesiol- within this time frame of gestation, 20 weeks contains the following exchange: ogists (ASA), he testified, ‘‘There is abso- and beyond, is fully capable of experiencing American Medical News: Let’s talk first lutely no basis in scientific fact for that pain.’’ After analyzing the partial-birth pro- about whether or not the fetus is dead be- statement * * * think the suggestion that cedure step-by-step for the subcommittee, forehand. the anesthesia given to the mother, be it re- Prof. White concluded: ‘‘Without question, Dr. Haskell: No it’s not. No, it’s really not. gional or general, is going to cause brain all of this is a dreadfully painful experience A percentage are for various numbers of rea- death of fetus is without basis fact.’’ [Senate for any infant subjected to such a surgical sons. Some just because of the stress—intra- Judiciary Committee hearing record J–104– procedure.’’ [House Judiciary Committee uterine stress during, you know, the two 54, Nov. 17, 1995, p. 153] hearing No. 31, June 15, 1995, page 70.] Prof. days that the cervix is being dilated [to per- Subsequently, in attempting to defend Jean Wright concluded, ‘‘This procedure, if it mit extraction of the fetus]. Sometimes the their ‘‘fetal demise’’ claims, pro-abortion ad- were done on an animal in my institution, membranes rupture and it takes a very small vocacy groups disseminated new claims that would not make it through the institutional superficial infection to kill a fetus in utero the late Dr. James McMahon had utilized ex- review process. The animal would be more when the membranes are broken. And so in ceptionally massive doses of narcotic anes- protected than this child is.’’ [hearing my case, I would think probably about a thesia before performing his abortions, and record, page 286] third of those are definitely are [sic] dead be- that these massive doses would indeed kill a fore I actually start to remove the fetus. And fetus. But in the testimony before the House DOES THE BILL CONTAIN AN EXCEPTION FOR LIFE-OF-THE-MOTHER CASES? probably the other two-thirds are not. Judiciary Constitution Subcommittee on In an interview quoted in the Dec. 10, 1989 March 21, 1996, Dr. David J. Birnbach, presi- HR 1833 explicitly provides that the ban Dayton News, Dr. Haskell conveyed that the dent-elect of the Society for Obstetric Anes- ‘‘shall not apply to a partial-birth abortion scissors thrust is usually the lethal act: thesia and Perinatology, testified: In order that is necessary to save the life of a mother ‘‘When I do the instrumentation on the skull to cause fetal demise, it would be necessary whose life is endangered by a physical dis- ** * it destroys the brain tissue sufficiently to give the mother dangerous and life-threat- order, illness, or injury,’’ if ‘‘no other medi- so that even if it (the fetus) falls out at that ening doses of anesthesia.’’ [* * *] Although cal procedure would suffice for that pur- point, it’s definitely not alive,’’ Dr. Haskell there is no evidence that this massive dose pose.’’ said. [For further evidence on this issue, see will cause fetal demise, there is clear evi- [Some pro-abortion advocacy groups have the next section.] Brenda Pratt Shafer, a registered nurse dence that this excessive dose could cause insisted that exception does not apply to dis- from Dayton, Ohio, stood at Dr. Haskell’s maternal death. [House Judiciary Commit- orders associated with pregnancy, since side while he performed three partial-birth tee hearing record no. 73, pages 140, 142] ‘‘pregnancy’’ per se is not a disorder or dis- abortions in 1993. In testimony before the SINCE THE BABY IS STILL ALIVE WHEN ‘‘EX- ease. House Judiciary Committee Chairman Senate Judiciary Committee (Nov. 17, 1995), TRACTED’’ FROM THE WOMB, DOES SHE FEEL Henry J. Hyde (R–11.) commented that this Shafer described in detail the first of the PAIN? reading ‘‘is absurdly convoluted, and violates three procedures—which involved, she said, a Dr. Norig Ellison, president of the Amer- standard principles of statutory construc- tion.’’ In a June 7 letter, even President baby boy at 261⁄2 weeks (over 6 months). Ac- ican Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA), cording to Mrs. Shafer, the baby was alive wrote to the Senate Judiciary Committee: Clinton has acknowledged that the bill ‘‘pro- and moving as the abortionist delivered the Drugs administered to the mother, either vides an exception to the ban on this proce- baby’s body and the arms—everything but local anesthesia administered in the dure only when a doctor is convinced that a the head. The doctor kept the baby’s head paracervical area or sedatives/analgesics ad- woman’s life is at risk.’’] just inside the uterus. The baby’s little fin- ministered intramuscularly or intra- Under HR 1833, an abortionist could not be gers were clasping and unclasping, and his venously, will provide little-to-no analgesia convicted of a violation of the law unless the feet were kicking. Then the doctor stuck the [pain relief] to the fetus. [Senate Judiciary government proved, beyond a reasonable scissors through the back of his head, and Committee, Nov. 17, 1995 hearing record, doubt, that the abortion was not covered by the baby’s arms jerked out in a flinch, a page 226] this exception. (In addition, of course, the startle reaction, like a baby does when he On March 21, 1996, the House Judiciary government would have to prove, beyond a thinks that he might fall. The doctor opened Subcommittee on the Constitution con- reasonable doubt, all of the other elements up the scissors, stuck a high-powered suction ducted a public hearing on ‘‘The Effects of of the offense—that the abortionist ‘‘know- tube into the opening and sucked the baby’s Anesthesia During a Partial-Birth Abor- ingly’’ partly removed a baby from the brains out. Now the baby was completely tion.’’ Four leading experts in the field testi- womb, that the baby was still alive, and that limp. fied that the fetuses/babies who are old the abortionist then killed the baby.) Under HR 1833, in any case in which a baby enough to be ‘‘candidates’’ for partial-birth It is noteworthy that none of the five dies before being partly removed from the abortion possess the neurological equipment women who appeared with President Clinton uterus—whether of natural causes or by an to respond to painful stimuli, whether or not at his April 10 veto ceremony required a par- action of an abortionist—the subsequent re- the mother has been anesthetized. Opponents tial-birth abortion because of danger to her moval of that baby is not a partial-birth of the bill were unable to produce a single life. As one of the women, Claudia Crown abortion as defined by the bill. medical witness willing to testify in support Ades, said in a tape-recorded April 12 radio DOES ANESTHESIA GIVEN TO THE MOTHER KILL of the claims that anesthesia kills the fetus interview on WNTM (Mobile, AL): ‘‘My pro- THE BABY? or renders the fetus insensible to pain. [See cedure was elective. That is considered an Many prominent defenders of partial-birth House Judiciary Committee Hearing Record elective procedure, as were the procedures of abortion have publicly insisted that the un- No. 73, March 21, 1996.) Coreen Costello and Tammy Watts and born babies are killed by anesthesia given to Dr. Jean A. Wright, associate professor of Mary-Dorothy Line and all the other women the mother, prior to being ‘‘extracted’’ from pediatrics and anesthesia at the Emory Uni- who were at the White House yesterday. All the womb. For example, syndicated col- versity School of Medicine in Atlanta, testi- of our procedures were considered elective.’’ umnist Ellen Goodman wrote in November, fied that recent research shows that by the [Complete tape recording available on re- 1995, that if you listened to supports of the stage of development that a fetus could be a quest.] ban, ‘‘You wouldn’t even know that anesthe- ‘‘candidate’’ for a partial-birth abortion (20 [Two of the women said that if their babies sia ends the life of such a fetus before it weeks), the fetus ‘‘is more sensitive to pain had died natural deaths within their wombs, comes down the birth canal.’’ NARAL Presi- than a full-term infant would be if subjected it could have placed them at risk. But the re- dent Kate Michelman said, ‘‘The fetus, is, be- to the same procedures,’’ Prof. Wright testi- moval of a baby who dies a natural death, fore the procedure begins, the anesthesia fied. These fetuses have ‘‘the anatomical and whether by foot-first extraction or in any that they give the woman already causes the functional processes responsible for the per- other manner, is not an abortion and has demise of the fetus. That is, it is not true ception of pain,’’ and have ‘‘a much higher nothing to do with the bill. Professor Watson that they’re born partially. That is a gross density of Opioid (pain) receptors’’ than Bowes, Jr., of the University of North Caro- distortion, and it’s really a disservice to the older humans, she said. lina, co-editor of the Obstetrical and Gyneco- public to say this.’’ [KMOX–AM, St. Louis, Dr. David Birnbach, president-elect of the logical Survey, has stated that weeks would Nov. 2, 1995] Society for Obstetric Anesthesia and pass between the baby’s natural demise and Likewise, Planned Parenthood distributed Perinatology, testified, ‘‘Having adminis- the development of any resulting risk to the to Congress a ‘‘fact sheet’’ signed by Dr. tered anesthesia for fetal surgery, I know mother.] September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1745

WHAT REASONS HAS PRESIDENT CLINTON GIVEN months, according to the Alan Guttmacher pregnancy,’’ compared to 71% who responded FOR VETOING HR 1833? Institute (New York Times, July 5 and No- ‘‘did not recognize that she was pregnant or On December 7, 1995, before the Senate had vember 6, 1995), which is an arm of Planned misjudged gestation,’’ 48% who said ‘‘found even voted on final passage of the bill, chief Parenthood. These numbers should be re- it hard to make arrangements,’’ and 33% who opponent Sen. Barbara Boxer (D-Cal.) took garded as minimums, since they are based on said ‘‘was afraid to tell her partner or par- the floor to make an unqualified statement voluntary reporting to the AGI. (The Centers ents.’’ The report did not indicate that any that President Clinton would veto the bill. for Disease Control reported that in 1993, of the 420 late abortions were performed be- On December 8, White House Press Secretary over 17,000 abortions were performed at 21 cause of maternal health problems. [‘‘Why Michael McCurry said unequivocally that weeks and later—and the CDC acknowledges Do Women Have Abortions?,’’ Family Plan- the President would veto the bill because ‘‘it that the reports that it receives are incom- ning Perspectives, July/August 1988.] would represent an erosion of a woman’s plete.) Also illuminating is an 1993 internal memo right to choose.’’ No one really knows how many late abor- by Barbara Radford, then the executive di- However, when President Clinton next pub- tions are done by the partial-birth proce- rector of the National Abortion Federation, licly addressed the issue in a February 28 let- dure. The Center for Reproductive Law and a ‘‘trade association’’ for abortion clinics: ter to key members of Congress (after a na- Policy told The New York Times, ‘‘The num- There are many reasons why women have tional poll found 71% support for the ban), he ber of procedures that clearly meet the defi- late abortions: life endangerment, fetal indi- took different tone, although the legal bot- nition of partial birth abortion is very small, cations, lack of money or health insurance, tom line was unchanged. Mr. Clinton wrote probably only 500 to 1,000 a year.’’ (March 28, social-psychological crises, lack of knowl- of having ‘‘studied and prayed about this 1996) Even if such figures were accurate, the edge about human reproduction, etc.’’ issue * * * for many months,’’ of finding the legislation would be urgently needed. If a Likewise, a June 12, 1995, National Abor- procedure ‘‘very disturbing,’’ and of seeking new virus swept through neo-natal units and tion Federation letter to members of the ‘‘common ground * * * that respects the killed 500 or 1,000 premature babies, it would House of Representatives noted that late views of those—including myself—who object be a top news story—not dismissed as too abortions are sought by, among others, to this particular procedure,’’ while defend- ‘‘rare’’ to be of consequence. For each human ‘‘very young teenagers * * * who have not ing Roe v. Wade. But the ‘‘common ground’’ being at the pointed end of the scissors, a recognized the signs of their pregnancies that Mr. Clinton proposed tracked the lan- partial-birth abortion is a 100% proposition. until too late,’’ and by ‘‘women in poverty, guage offered by Sen. Boxer on December 7, Moreover, the numbers may be consider- who have tried desperately to act respon- and endorsed by the National Abortion and ably higher—perhaps thousands per year. Dr. sibly and to end an unplanned pregnancy in Reproductive Rights Action League Martin Haskell and the late Dr. James the early stages, only to face insurmount- (NARAL) as a ‘‘pro-choice vote.’’ The Boxer/ McMahon spend years trying to convince able financial barriers.’’ NARAL amendment would have allowed par- other abortionists of the merits of the proce- In her article about late-term abortions, tial-birth abortion to be performed without dure—that was the purpose of Dr. Haskell’s based in part on extensive interviews with any limitation whatever until ‘‘viability,’’ 1992 instructional paper (see page 3) which Dr. McMahon and on direct observation of and also ‘‘after viability where, in the medi- was distributed by the National Abortion his practice (Los Angeles Times Magazine, cal judgment of the attending physician, the Federation, a lobbying group for abortion January 7, 1990), reporter Karen Tumulty abortion is necessary to preserve the life of clinics. For years, Dr. McMahon was director concluded: If there is any other single factor the woman or avert serious adverse health of abortion instruction at the Cedar-Sinai that inflates the number of late abortions, it consequences to the woman.’’ (The Senate Medical Center in Los Angeles. In addition, is youth. Often, teen-agers do not recognize rejected this gutting amendment.) he invited other doctors to visit his abortion the first signs of pregnancy. Just as fre- The Boxer/Clinton language must be read clinic for a period of days to learn the proce- quently, they put off telling anyone as long in the light of Doe v. Bolton, the 1973 com- dure. Also, The New York Times reported on as they can. panion case to Roe v. Wade, in which the Su- Nov. 6, 1995: ‘‘Of course I use it, and I’ve According to Peggy Jarman, spokeswoman preme Court said that ‘‘health’’ must encom- taught it for the last 10 years,’’ said a gyne- for Dr. George Tiller, who specializes in late- pass ‘‘all factors—physical, emotional, psy- cologist at a New York teaching hospital term abortions in Wichita, Kansas: About chological, familial and the woman’s age— who spoke on condition of anonymity. ‘‘So three-fourths of Tiller’s late-term patients, relevant to the well-being of the patient.’’ do doctors in other cities.’’ Jarman said, are teen-agers who have denied Given this expansive definition of ‘‘health,’’ It is not known how many other abortion- to themselves or their families they were adding the word ‘‘serious’’ has no legal ef- ists have adopted the method, but a few have pregnant until it was too late to hide it. fect, since Mr. Clinton proposes to leave en- made themselves known. On March 19, 1996, [Kansas City Star] tirely up to each abortionist to decide Dr. William Rashbaum of New York City FOR WHAT REASONS ARE PARTIAL-BIRTH whether ‘‘depression’’ or some other wrote a letter to Congressman Charles ABORTIONS USUALLY PERFORMED? ‘‘health’’ concern is ‘‘serious.’’ Canady (R–FL), stating that he has per- Some opponents of HR 1833, such as In a June 7 letter to leaders of the South- formed 19,000 late-term ‘‘procedures,’’ and NARAL and the Planned Parenthood Federa- ern Baptist Convention, Mr. Clinton said that he has performed the procedure that HR tion of America (PPFA), have persistently that he favored banning the procedure with 1833 would ban ‘‘routinely since 1979. This disseminated claims that the partial-birth an exception for ‘‘cases where a woman risks procedure is only performed in cases of later abortion procedure is employed only in cases death or serious damage to her health,’’ but gestational age.’’ involving extraordinary threats to the moth- not for cases involving ‘‘youth’’ or ‘‘emo- In 1995, Dr. Martin Haskell filed a lawsuit er or grave fetal disorders. For example, tional stress.’’ But in his formal veto mes- challenging a state abortion-regulation law. NARAL President Kate Michelman wrote in sage on the bill, Mr. Clinton referred to a In that proceeding, two other doctors filed a Scripps Howard News Service op ed pub- ‘‘health’’ exception as required by Roe v. affidavits affirming that they perform the lished June 16, 1996, ‘‘Late-term abortions Wade. Mr. Clinton, a former teacher of con- same procedure as Dr. Haskell—and that’s are only used under the most compelling of stitutional law, knows full well that these just in Ohio. circumstances—to protect a woman’s health two positions are inconsistent, because if FOR WHAT REASONS ARE LATE-TERM ABORTIONS or life or because of grave fetal abnormality Roe/Doe applies to partial-birth abortions, USUALLY PERFORMED? * * * nearly all abortions are performed in then even after ‘‘viability,’’ the exception There is no evidence that the reasons for the first trimester.’’ PPFA said in a press re- must indeed cover ‘‘emotional’’ health. which late-term abortions are performed by lease that the partial-birth abortion proce- In his June 7 letter, President Clinton as- the partial-birth abortion method are any dure is ‘‘done only in cases when the wom- serted that ‘‘the medical community * * * different, in general, than the reasons for an’s life is in danger or in cases of extreme broadly supports the continued availability which late-term abortions are performed by fetal abnormality.’’ (Nov. 1, 1995) of this procedure where a woman’s serious other methods—and it is well established However, claims such as these are incon- health interests are at stake.’’ However, the that the great majority of late-term abor- sistent with the writings and recorded state- American Medical Association (AMA) Legis- tions do not involve any illness of the moth- ments of the three doctors who are most lative Council voted unanimously to rec- er or the baby. They are purely ‘‘elective’’ closely identified with the procedure: Dr. ommend endorsement of the bill, with one procedures—that is, they are performed for Martin Haskell, Dr. James McMahon, and member explaining that the procedure was purely ‘‘social’’ reasons. Dr. David Grundmann. ‘‘not a recognized medical technique.’’ (The In 1987, the Alan Guttmacher Institute Reasons for Partial-Birth Abortions: Dr. Martin full AMA Board of Trustees was divided on (AGI), an affiliate of the Planned Parenthood Haskell the bill and ultimately took ‘‘no position.’’) Federation of America (PPFA), collected In his 1992 paper, Dr. Martin Haskell, who Of the five medical doctors who serve in Con- questionnaires from 1,900 women who were at has performed over 1,000 partial-birth abor- gress, four voted for the bill, including the abortion clinics procuring abortions. Of the tions, described the procedure as ‘‘a quick, only family practitioner/gynecologist. 1,900, ‘‘420 had been pregnant for 16 or more surgical outpatient method that can be per- HOW OFTEN ARE PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTIONS weeks.’’ These 420 women were asked to formed on a scheduled basis under local anes- PERFORMED? choose among a menu of reasons why they thesia.’’ Dr. Haskell, a family practitioner There are at least 164,000 abortions a year had not obtained the abortions earlier in who operates three abortion clinics, wrote after the first three months of pregnancy, their pregnancies. Only two percent (2%) that he ‘‘routinely performs this procedure and 13,000 abortions annually after 41⁄2 said ‘‘a fetal problem was diagnosed late in on all patients 20 through 24 weeks’’ (41⁄2 to E1746 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996

51⁄2 months) pregnant, except on women who analysis of Dr. McMahon’s 175 ‘‘maternal in- puncturing instrument so that it fits are more than 20 pounds overweight, have dication’’ cases. Of this sample, 39 cases through the cervical opening.’’ twins, or have certain other complicating (22%) were for maternal ‘‘depression,’’ while In the 1994 paper, Dr. Grundmann listed factors. another 16% were ‘‘for conditions consistent several ‘‘advantages’’ of this method, such as For information on why Dr. Haskell adopt- with the birth of a normal child (e.g., sickle that it ‘‘can be performed under local and/or ed the method, the 1993 interview in Cin- cell trait, prolapsed uterus, small pelvis),’’ twi-light anesthetic’’ with ‘‘no need for nar- cinnati Medicine is very instructive. Dr. Has- Dr. Smith noted. She added that in one-third cotic analgesics,’’ ‘‘can be performed as an kell explained that he had been performing of the cases, the conditions listed as ‘‘mater- ambulatory out-patient procedure,’’ and dismemberment abortions (D&Es) to 24 nal indications’’ by Dr. McMahon really indi- there is ‘‘no chance of delivering a live weeks: But they were very tough. Sometimes cated that the procedure itself would be seri- fetus.’’ Among the ‘‘disadvantages,’’ Dr. it was a 45-minute operation. I noticed that ously risky to the mother. Grundmann wrote, is ‘’the aesthetics of the some of the later D&Es were very, very easy. Of Dr. McMahon’s series, another 1,183 procedure are difficult for some people; and So I asked myself why can’t they all happen cases (about 56%) were for ‘‘fetal flaws,’’ but therefore it may be difficult to get staff.’’ this way. You see the easy ones would have these included a great many non-lethal dis- (Dr. Grundmann also wrote that ‘‘abortion is a foot length presentation, you’d reach up orders, such as cleft palate and Down Syn- an integral part of family planning. Theo- and grab the foot of the fetus, pull the fetus drome. In an op ed piece written for the Los retically this means abortions at any stage down and the head would hang up and then Angeles Times, Dr. Katherine Dowling, a fam- of gestation. Therefore I favor the availabil- you would collapse the head and take it out. ily physician at the University of Southern ity of abortion beyond 20 weeks.’’) It was easy. * * * Then I said, ‘‘Well gee, if I California School of Medicine, examined Dr. Dr. Grundmann wrote that in Australia, just put the ultrasound up there I could see McMahon’s report on this ‘‘fetal flaws’’ late-second-trimester abortion is available it all and I wouldn’t have to feel around for group. She wrote: Twenty-four were done for ‘‘in many major hospitals, in most capital it.’’ I did that and sure enough, I found it 99 cystic hydroma (a benign lymphatic mass, cities and large provincial centres’’ in case percent of the time. Kind of serendipity. usually treatable in a child of normal intel- of ‘‘lethal fetal abnormalities’’ or ‘‘gross In 1993, the American Medical News—the ligence). Nine were done for cleft lip-palate fetal abnormalities,’’ or ‘‘risk to maternal official newspaper of the AMA—conducted a syndrome (a friend of mine, mother of five, life,’’ including ‘‘psychotic/suicidal behav- tape-recorded interview with Dr. Haskell and a colleague who is a pulmonary special- ior.’’ However, Dr. Grundmann said, his concerning this specific abortion method, in ist were born with this problem). Other rea- Planned Parenthood clinic also offers the which he said: And I’ll be quite frank: most sons included cystic fibrosis (my daughter procedure after 20 weeks for women who fall of my abortions are elective in that 20–24 went through high school with a classmate into five additional ‘‘categories’’: (1) ‘‘minor week range. * * * In my particular case, with cystic fibrosis) and duodenal atresia or doubtful fetal abnormalities,’’ (2) ‘‘ex- probably 20% [of this procedure] are for ge- (surgically correctable, but many children treme maternal immaturity i.e. girls in the netic reasons. And the other 80% are purely with this problem are moderately mentally 11 to 14 year age group,’’ (3) women ‘‘who do elective. retarded). Guess they can’t enjoy life, can not know they are pregnant,’’ for example In a lawsuit in 1995, Dr. Haskell testified they? In fact, most of the partial-birth abor- because of amenorrhea [irregular menstrua- that women come to him for partial-birth tions in that [McMahon] survey were done tion] ‘‘in women who are very active such as abortions with ‘‘a variety of conditions. for problems that were either surgically cor- athletes of those under extreme forms of Some medical, some not so medical.’’ Among rectable or would result in some degree of stress i.e. exam stress, relationship breakup the ‘‘medical’’ examples he cited was ‘‘agora- neurologic or mental impairment, but would * * *,’’ (4) ‘‘intellectually impaired women, phobia’’ (fear of open places). Moreover, in not harm the mother. Or they were done for who are unaware of basic biology * * *,’’ (5) testimony presented to the Senate Judiciary reasons that were pretty skimpy: depression, ‘‘major life crises or major changes in socio- Committee on November 17, 1995, ob/gyn Dr. chicken pox, diabetes, vomiting. [‘‘What economic circumstances. The most common Nancy Romer of Dayton (the city in which Constitutes A Quality Life?,’’ Los Angeles example of this is a planned or wanted preg- Dr. Haskell operates one of his abortion clin- Times, Aug. 28, 1996] nancy followed by the sudden death or deser- ics) testified that three of her own patients Over one-third of McMahon’s 2,000-abortion tion of the partner who is in all probability had gone to Haskell’s clinic for abortions ‘‘series’’ involved neither fetal nor maternal the bread winner.’’ ‘‘well beyond’’ 41⁄2 months into pregnancy, health problems, however trivial. IS A PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTION EVER THE ONLY and that ‘‘none of these women had any med- In Dr. McMahon’s interviews with Amer- WAY TO PRESERVE A MOTHER’S PHYSICAL ical illness, and all three had normal ican Medical News and with Keri Harrison, HEALTH? fetuses.’’ counsel to the House Judiciary Subcommit- President Clinton and pro-abortion advo- Brenda Pratt Shafer, a registered nurse tee on the Constitution, Dr. McMahon freely cacy groups have made strenuous efforts to who observed Dr. Haskell use the procedure acknowledged that he performed late second persuade the public that partial-birth abor- to abort three babies in 1993, testified that trimester procedures that were ‘‘elective’’ tions are necessary to protect the lives or one little boy had Down Syndrome, while the even by his definition (‘‘elective’’ meaning health of pregnant women, and many jour- other two babies were completely normal without fetal or maternal medical justifica- nalists have uncritically accepted this claim and their mothers were healthy. [Nurse tion). at face value. However, these claims are Shafer’s testimony before the House Judici- After 26 weeks, Dr. McMahon claimed that coming under increasingly sharp challenge ary subcommittee, with associated docu- all of his abortions were ‘‘non-elective’’—but from prestigious medical experts, and from mentation, is available on request to NRLC.] his definition of ‘‘non-elective’’ was very ex- women who have given birth to babies in cir- Reasons for Partial-Birth Abortions: Dr. James pansive. His written submission stated: cumstances such as those cited by President McMahon ‘‘After 26 weeks [six months], those preg- Clinton. nancies that are not flawed are still non- The sort of cases highlighted by President The late Dr. James McMahon performed elective. They are interrupted because of Clinton third-trimester abortions of babies thousands of partial-birth abortions, includ- maternal risk, rape, incest, psychiatric or with disorders incompatible with sustained ing the third-trimester abortions performed pediatric indications.’’ [‘‘Pediatric indica- life outside the womb—account for a small on the five women who appeared with Presi- tions’’ was Dr. McMahon’s terminology for fraction of all the partial-birth abortions. dent Clinton at his April 10 veto ceremony. young teenagers.] Confronted with identical cases, most spe- Dr. McMahon’s general approach is illus- cialists would never consider executing a Reasons for Partial-Birth Abortions: Dr. David trated by this illuminating statement in the breech extraction and puncturing the skull. Grundmann July 5, 1993 edition of American Medical News: Instead, most would deliver the baby alive, ‘‘[A]fter 20 weeks where it frankly is a child Dr. David Grundmann, the medical direc- sometimes early, without jeopardy to the to me, I really agonize over it because the tor for Planned Parenthood of Australia, has mother—usually viginally—and make the potential is so imminently there. I think, written a paper in which he explicitly states baby as comfortable as possible for whatever ‘Gee, it’s too bad that this child couldn’t be that he uses the partial-birth abortion proce- time the child has allotted to her. adopted.’ On the other hand, I have another dure (he calls it ‘‘dilatation and extraction’’) In an interview published in the August 19 position, which I think is superior in the hi- as his ‘‘method of choice’’ for abortions done edition of American Medical News, former erarchy of questions, and that is: ‘Who owns after 20 weeks (41⁄2 months), and that he per- Surgeon General C. Everett Koop said, ‘‘I be- the child?’ It’s got to be the mother.’’ forms such abortions for a broad variety of lieve that Mr. Clinton was misled by his In June, 1995, Dr. McMahon submitted to social reasons. [This paper, ‘‘Abortion After medical advisors on what is fact and what is Congress a detailed breakdown of a ‘‘series’’ Twenty Weeks in Clinical Practice: Prac- fiction in reference to late-term abortions. of over 2,000 of these abortions that he had tical, Ethical and Legal Issues,’’ and associ- Because in no way can I twist my mind to performed. He classified only 9% (175 cases) ated documentation, is available from see that the later-term abortions as de- as involving ‘‘maternal [health] indica- NRLC.] scribed—you know, partial birth, and then tions,’’ of which the most common was ‘‘de- Dr. Grundmann himself described the pro- destruction of the unborn child before the pression.’’ cedure in a television interview as ‘‘essen- head is born—is a medical necessity for the Dr. Pamela E. Smith, director of Medical tially a breech delivery where the fetus is de- mother. It certainly can’t be a necessity for Education, Department of Obstetrics and livered feet first and then when the head of the baby.’’ Gynecology, Mt. Sinai Hospital, Chicago, the fetus is brought down into the top of the Dr. Koop, a world-renown pediatric sur- gave the Senate Judiciary Committee her cervical canal, it is decompressed with a geon, was asked by the American Medical September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1747 News reporters whether he had ever ‘‘treated children to term. By your repeated state- ence for 20 years, one can deliver these children with any of the disabilities cited in ments, you imply that partial-birth abortion fetuses either vaginally, or by Cesarean sec- this debate? For example, have you operated is the only or the most desirable response to tion for that matter, depending on the choice on children born with organs outside of their children suffering severe disabilities like our of the parents with informed consent. * * * bodies?’’ Dr. Koop replied, ‘‘Oh, yes indeed. children. * * * This message is so wrong! But there’s no reason these fetuses cannot be I’ve done that many times. The prognosis * * * Will you meet with us personally, and delivered intact vaginally after a miniature usually is good. There are two common ways hear our stories? labor, if you will, and be at least assessed at that children are born with organs outside of Ms. French got a brief letter of response birth and given the benefit of the doubt. their body. One is an omphalocele, where the from two White House scheduling aides, who [transcript, page 240] organs are out but sill contained in the sac said that ‘‘the tremendous demands on the In a partial-birth abortion, the abortionist * * * the first child I ever did, with a hug President will not give him the opportunity dilates a woman’s cervix for three days, until omphalocele much bigger than her head, to speak with you and your group. * * * Your it is open enough to deliver the entire baby went on to develop well and become the head continued interest and support are deeply breech, except for the head. When American nurse in my intensive care until many years appreciated.’’ Medical News asked Dr. Martin Haskell why later.’’ WHAT ABOUT PRESIDENT CLINTON’S STATEMENT he could not simply dilate the woman a little In addition, in the summer of 1996, an orga- THAT FOR SOME WOMEN, THE ONLY ALTER- more and remove the baby without killing nization called Physicians’ Ad Hoc Coalition NATIVE TO PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTION IS TO him, Dr. Haskell responded: The point here is for Truth (PHACT) began circulating mate- ‘‘RIP YOUR BODY TO SHREDS’’? you’re attempting to do an abortion * * * rial directly challenging President Clinton’s President Clinton has repeatedly justified not to see how do I manipulate the situation claims. As of early September, PHACT re- his veto by referring to cases in which the so that I get a live birth instead. [American portedly consisted of over 230 physicians, baby suffers from advanced hydrocephaly Medical News transcript] mostly professors and other specialists in ob- (head enlargement). Speaking in Milwaukee Under closer examination, it becomes clear stetrics, gynecology, and fetal medicine. In that in some cases, the primary reason for an advertisement published in August, the on May 23, President Clinton suggested that Bob Dole or others who would deny a partial- performing the procedure is not concern that PHACT physicians said: Congress, the pub- the baby will die in utero, but rather, that lic—but most importantly women—need to birth abortion in such cases are saying ‘‘it’s okay with me if they ripped your body to he/she will be born alive, either with dis- know that partial-birth abortion is never orders incompatible with sustained life out- medically indicated to protect a mother’s shreds and you could never have another baby.’’ side the womb, or with a non-lethal disabil- health or her future fertility. ity. (Again, in Dr. McMahon’s table of par- The PHACT doctors also referred directly But this is medical nonsense. Medical spe- tial-birth abortions performed for ‘‘fetal in- to the specific medical conditions that af- cialists commonly deal with cases of severe dications,’’ the largest category was for fected some of the women who appeared with hydrocephaly by a procedure called Down Syndrome.) President Clinton at his April 10 veto cere- cephalocentesis, in which a needle is used to Viki Wilson, whose daughter Abigail died mony, such as hydrocephalus (excessive fluid withdraw the excess fluid (but not the brain), at the hands of Dr. McMahon at 38 weeks, in the head), and commented: We, and many reducing the head size so that normal deliv- said: I knew that I could go ahead and carry other doctors across the United States, regu- ery of a live baby can occur. An eminent au- the baby until full term, but knowing, you larly treat women whose unborn children thority on such matters, Dr. Watson A. know, that this was futile, you know, that suffer these and other serious conditions. Bowes, Jr., professor of ob/gyn (maternal and she was going to die * * * I felt like I needed Never is the partial-birth procedure medi- fetal medicine) at the University of North to be a little more in control in terms of her cally indicated. Rather, such infants are reg- Carolina, who is co-editor of the Obstetrical life and my life, instead of just sort of leav- ularly and safely delivered live, vaginally, and Gynecological Survey, wrote to Con- ing it up to nature, because look where na- with no threat to the mother’s health or fer- gressman Charles Canady: Critics of your bill ture had gotten me up to this point. [NAF tility. who say that this legislation will prevent video transcript, page 4.] At a July 24 briefing on Capitol Hill, doctors from performing certain procedures Tammy Watts, whose baby was aborted by PHACT member Dr. Curtis Cook, and ob/gyn which are standard of care, such as Dr. McMahon in the 7th month, said: I had a perinatologist with the West Michigan cephalocentesis (removal of fluid from the choice. I could have carried this pregnancy Perinatal and Genetic Diagnostic Center enlarged head of a fetus with the most severe to term, knowing everything that was (616–391–3681), said that partial-birth abor- form of hydrocephalus) are mistaken. In wrong. [Testimony before Senate Judiciary tion is never necessary to preserve the life or such a procedure a needle is inserted with Committee, Nov. 17, 1995] the fertility of the mother, and may in fact ultrasound guidance through the mother’s Claudia Crown Ades, who appeared with threaten her health or well-being or future abdomen into the uterus and then into the President Clinton at the April 10 veto, said: fertility. In my practice, I see these rare, un- enlarged ventricle of the brain (the space My procedure was elective. That is consid- usual cases that come to most generalists’ containing cerebrospinal fluid). Fluid is then ered an elective procedure, as were the pro- offices once in a lifetime—they all come into withdrawn which results in reduction of the cedures of Coreen Costello and Tammy Watts our office. We see these every day * * * The size of the head so that delivery can occur. and Mary Dorothy-Line and all the other presence of fetal disabilities or fetal anoma- This procedure is not intended to kill the women who were at the White House yester- lies are not a reason to have a termination of fetus, and, in fact, is usually associated with day. All of our procedures were considered pregnancy to preserve the life of the moth- the birth of a live infant. elective. [Quotes from taped appearance on er—they do not threaten the life of the (Note: Cases of hydrocephaly accounted for WNTM, April 12, 1996] mother in any way * * * [and] where these less than 4% of Dr. McMahon’s partial-birth In a letter opposing HR 1833, one of Dr. rare instances do occur, they do not require abortions, according to his submission to the McMahon’s colleagues at Cedar-Sinai Medi- the death of the baby or the fetus prior to House Judiciary Committee.) cal Center, Dr. Jeffrey S. Greenspoon, wrote: the completion of the delivery. WHAT ABOUT THE SMALL MINORITY OF CASES As a volunteer speaker to the National Spina Also present at the July 24 briefing were THAT DO INVOLVE ‘‘SERIOUS FETAL DEFORM- Bifida Association of America and the Cana- several women who, while pregnant, had ITY’’? dian National Spina Bifida Organization, I learned that their unborn babies were af- It is true that some partial-birth abor- am familiar with the burden of raising a sig- flicted with conditions similar or identical tions—a small minority—involve babies who nificantly handicapped child * * * The bur- to those cited by President Clinton, but who have grave disorders that will result in death den of raising one or two abnormal children gave birth to their babies alive. One of the soon after birth. But these unfortunate is realistically unbearable. [Letter to Rep. women, Jeannie French of Oak Park, Illi- members of the human family deserve com- Hyde, July 19, 1995] nois, distributed a July 17 letter that she and passion and the best comfort-care that medi- several other women sent to President Clin- cal science can offer—not a scissors in the IS THERE A MORE ‘‘OBJECTIVE’’ TERM FOR THE ton, asking for a meeting so that he could back of the head. In some such situations PROCEDURE THAN ‘‘PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTION? learn about the medical alternatives to par- there are good medical reasons to deliver Some opponents of the Partial-Birth Abor- tial-birth abortion. Ms. French wrote: In re- such a child early, after which natural death tion Ban Act (HR 1833) insist that anyone cent months, I have had the opportunity to will follow quickly. writing about the bill should say that it bans get to know many women who’ve carried and Dr. Harlan Giles, a professor of ‘‘high-risk’’ a procedure ‘‘known medically as intact dila- given birth to children with fatal conditions obstetrics and perinatology at the Medical tion and evacuation.’’ But when journalists from anacephaly, encepaloceles, Trisomy 18, College of Pennsylvania, performs abortions comply with this demand, they do so at the hydrocephaly, and even a rare disease called by a variety of procedures up until ‘‘viabil- expense of accuracy. The bill itself makes no body stalk anomaly, in which internal or- ity.’’ However, in sworn testimony in the reference whatever to ‘‘intact dilation and gans develop outside a baby’s body. We gave U.S. Federal District Court for the Southern evacuation’’ abortions. More importantly, birth to our children knowing that their se- District of Ohio (Nov. 13, 1995), Prof. Giles the term ‘‘intact dilation and evacuation’’ is rious physical disabilities might not allow said: [After 23 weeks] I do not think there not equivalent to the class of procedures them to live long. * * * You say that partial- are any maternal conditions that I’m aware banned by the bill. birth abortion has to be legal for cases like of that mandate ending the pregnancy that The bill would make it a criminal offense ours, because women’s bodies would be also require that the fetus be dead or that (except to save woman’s life) to perform a ‘ripped to shreds’ by carrying their very sick the fetal life be terminated. In my experi- ‘‘partial-birth abortion,’’ which the bill E1748 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 would define—as a matter of law—as ‘‘an tive for a non-medical person who is trying shall be subject to the provisions of this sec- abortion in which the person performing the to understand how the procedure is per- tion. abortion partially vaginally delivers a living formed. (c)(1) The father, if married to the mother fetus before killing the fetus and completing On Nov. 1, 1995, Congresswoman Patricia at the time she receives a partial-birth abor- the delivery.’’ Schroeder and her allies actually tried to tion procedure, and if the mother has not at- In contrast, the term ‘‘intact dilation and prevent Congressman Canady from display- tained the age of 18 years at the time of the evacuation’’ was invented by the late Dr. ing the line drawings during the debate on abortion, the maternal grandparents of the James McMahon, and until recently, was id- HR 1833 on the floor of the House of Rep- fetus, may in a civil action obtain appro- iosyncratic to him. It appeared in no stand- resentatives. But the House voted by nearly priate relief, unless the pregnancy resulted ard medical textbook or database, nor any- a 4-to-1 margin (332 to 86) to permit the from the plaintiff’s criminal conduct or the where in the standard textbook on abortion drawings to be used. plaintiff consented to the abortion. methods, Abortion Practice by Dr. Warren DOES THE BILL CONTRADICT U.S. SUPREME (2) Such relief shall include— Hern. Because ‘‘intact dilation and evacu- COURT DECISIONS? (A) money damages for all injuries, psycho- ation’’ 2 is not a standard, clearly defined logical and physical, occasioned by the viola- medical term, the House Judiciary Constitu- The Supreme Court has never said that there is a constitutional right to kill human tion of this section; and tion Subcommittee staff (which drafted the (B) statutory damages equal to three times bill under Congressman Canady’s super- beings who are mostly born. In its official report on HR 1833, the House the cost of the partial-birth abortion. vision) rejected it as useless for purposes of Judiciary Committee makes the very plau- (d) A woman upon whom a partial-birth defining a criminal offense. Indeed, it is sible argument that HR 1833 could be upheld abortion is performed may not be prosecuted worse than useless—a criminal statute that by the Supreme Court without disturbing under this section, for a conspiracy to vio- relied on such a term would be stricken by Roe. In Roe, the Supreme Court said that late this section, or for an offense under sec- the federal courts as ‘’void for vagueness.’’ ‘‘the word ‘person,’ as used in the Fourteenth tion 2, 3, or 4 of this title based on a viola- Although there is no clear definition of the tion of this section. term, we know enough to say that it is inac- Amendment, does not include the unborn.’’ curate to equate ‘‘intact dilation and evacu- Thus, under the Supreme Court’s doctrine, a STEP 5 ation’’ abortions with the procedures banned human being becomes a legal ‘‘person’’ upon ‘‘[T]he surgeon then forces the scissors by HR 1833, since in his writings Dr. emerging from the uterus. But a partial- into the base of the skull * * * [H]e spreads McMahon clearly used the term ‘‘intact dila- birth abortion does not involve an ‘‘unborn the scissors to enlarge the opening. The sur- tion and evacuation’’ so broadly as to cover fetus.’’ A partial-birth abortion, by the very geon removes the scissors and introduces a certain procedures which would not be af- definition in the bill, kills a human being suction catheter into this hole and evacuates fected at all by HR 1833 (e.g., removal of ba- who is partly born. Indeed, a partial-birth the skull contents. With the catheter still in bies who are killed entirely in utero, and re- abortion kills a human being who is four- place, he applies traction to the fetus, re- moval of babies who have died entirely natu- fifths across the ‘line-of-personhood’ estab- moving it completely from the patient.’’ ral deaths in utero). Indeed, at least one of lished by the Supreme Court. Text from Martin Haskell, M.D., Dilation the specific women highlighted by opponents Moreover, in Roe v. Wade itself, the Su- and Extraction for Late Second Trimester of HR 1833 had various types of ‘‘intact D&E’’ preme Court took note of a Texas law that Abortion. made it a felony to kill a baby ‘‘in a state of abortion procedures that were not covered f by HR 1833’s definition of ‘‘partial-birth being born and before actual birth,’’ and the abortion.’’ Court did not disturb that law. TRIBUTE TO ANTONIO BROWN [In his 1992 instructional paper, Dr. Haskell Thus, the Supreme Court could very well referred to the method as ‘‘dilation and ex- decide that the killing of a mostly born traction’’ or ‘‘D&X’’—noting that he ‘‘coined baby, even if done by a physician, is not pro- HON. JACK KINGSTON the term.’’ When the bill was drafted, the tected by Roe v. Wade. OF GEORGIA term ‘‘dilation and extraction’’ did not ap- THE PARTIAL-BIRTH ABORTION BAN ACT (H.R. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pear in medical dictionaries or databases.] 1833) AS PASSED BY THE U.S. SENATE ON DE- The term chosen by Congress, partial-birth CEMBER 7, 1995 AND BY THE U.S. HOUSE OF Thursday, September 26, 1996 abortion, is in no sense misleading. In sworn REPRESENTATIVES ON MARCH 27, 1996 Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, I submit for testimony in an Ohio lawsuit on Nov. 8, 1995, Section 1. Short Title. the RECORD a story of a true hero. It is fitting Dr. Martin Haskell—who has done over 1,000 This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Partial- and proper for Congress to recognize Mr. An- partial-birth abortions, and who authored Birth Abortion Ban Act of 1995.’’ the instructional paper that touched off the tonio Brown for his gallant effort. We need controversy over the procedure—explained Sec. 2. Prohibition on Partial-Birth Abortions more citizens like him. that he first learned of the method when a (a) In General.—Title 18, United States [From the Savannah Morning News, June 28, colleague described very briefly over the Code, is amended by inserting after Chapter 1996] 73 the following: ‘‘Chapter 74—Partial-Birth phone to me a technique that I later learned MAN SHOT TRYING TO THWART ARMED Abortions. came from Dr. McMahon where they inter- ROBBERY nally grab the fetus and rotate it and accom- Sec. 1531. Partial-birth abortions prohib- (By John Cheves and Keith Paul) plish—be somewhat equivalent to a breech ited. type of delivery. (a) Any physician who, in or affecting Antonio L. Brown wasn’t going to stand quietly and watch a mugging. ARE THE FIVE LINE DRAWINGS OF THE PROCE- interstate or foreign commerce, knowingly Not on his street. Not when the victim was DURE CIRCULATED BY NRLC ACCURATE, OR performs a partial-birth abortion and there- a friend. MISLEADING? by kills a human fetus shall be fined under this title or imprisoned not more than two Instead, Brown was shot in the head at The AMA newspaper American Medical years, or both. This paragraph shall not about 11 p.m. Wednesday after he attempted News (July 5, 1993) interviewed Dr. Martin apply to a partial-birth abortion that is nec- to thwart the armed robbery on the 600 block Haskell and reported: Dr. Haskell said the essary to save the life of a mother whose life of East Duffy Street, just a stone’s throw drawings were accurate ‘‘from a technical is endangered by a physical disorder, illness, from his family’s home. point of view.’’ But he took issue with the or injury: Provided, That no other medical He remained in critical condition Thursday implication that the fetuses were ‘‘aware and procedure would suffice for that purpose. night at Memorial Medical Center. resisting.’’ Professor Watson Bowes of the University This paragraph shall become effective one The 21-year-old Savannah High School of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, co-editor of day after enactment. graduate was standing in his small front the Obstetrical and Gynecological Survey, (b)(1) As used in this section, the term yard late Wednesday, relatives said. When wrote in a letter to Congressman Canady: ‘partial-birth abortion’ means an abortion in Brown looked west down Duffy Street, he Having read Dr. Haskell’s paper, I can assure which the person performing the abortion saw the attempted mugging of a male friend. you that these drawings accurately rep- partially vaginally delivers a living fetus be- ‘‘He said, ‘I just can’t let that happen like resent the procedure described therein. * * * fore killing the fetus and completing the de- that,’ and then he walked over there,’’ said Firsthand renditions by a professional medi- livery. nephew Rajai Steward on Thursday. cal illustrator, or photographs or a video re- (2) As used in this section, the term ‘physi- Added Savannah police Detective Deborah cording of the procedure would no doubt be cian’ means a doctor of medicine or osteop- A. Robinson, ‘‘Brown stepped in between the more vivid, but not necessarily more instruc- athy legally authorized to practice medicine two to stop the robbery. He was trying to and surgery by the State in which the doctor fight with the assailant and was shot once in performs such activity, or any other individ- the head.’’ 2 The term ‘‘intact dilation and evacuation’’ ual legally authorized by the State to per- Police searched Thursday for the suspected should not be confused with ‘‘dilation and evacu- form abortions: Provided, however, That any gunman, Jarrett Myers, 20, of 413 E. ation,’’ which is a procedure commonly sued in sec- ond-trimester abortions, involving dismemberment individual who is not a physician or not oth- Waldburg St. Police filed warrants charging of the fetus/baby while still in the uterus. The bill erwise legally authorized by the State to Myers with aggravated assault. does not apply to ‘‘dilation and evacuation’’ abor- perform abortions, but who nevertheless di- Brown knew Myers casually, but the two tions at all. rectly performs a partial-birth abortion, weren’t friends, Brown’s family said. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1749 The 600 block of East Duffy Street is a nar- Diabetes happens because the body either The last year or so has been down. Last row, dead-end road that sits in the heart of can’t make or can’t properly use insulin, a week, the research division dropped 10 jobs, ‘‘Area C,’’ a midtown neighborhood generally hormone that helps process sugar and other almost half of its 25-person staff, although considered the poorest and most violent part carbohydrates. none of the researchers worked on Vinik’s of Savannah. It has been diagnosed in 8 million Ameri- key project. They’re also scaling back on But Brown, known as Tony to friends, cans, and some health officials estimate as supplies and equipment purchases. The pa- wasn’t the type of man to walk away from a many as 8 million more have the disease but tient care and education departments threat in a hostile environment, relatives don’t know it. In 1992, diabetes contributed weren’t affected. said. to the deaths of at least 170,000 people in the The Diabetes Institutes Foundation, the ‘‘I look at him as a hero, Steward said. ‘‘A United States, according to the Centers for Norfolk-based, non-profit group that finds lot of * * * men, they wouldn’t have gotten Disease Control and Prevention. It can lead money for the institutes, collected about involved.’’ to blindness, heart disease, stroke, kidney $700,000 less than it hoped to in the 1994–95 Brown’s wife, Jacqueline Steward, said failure and nerve damage. fiscal year, according to the foundation’s tax Brown had just been hired as a bricklayer Vinik and his staff say they have taken a forms. The foundation began that year about here in Savannah, and he had a strong work big step toward a possible cure. Working $700,000 behind for a combined shortfall of ethic. with collaborators at McGill University in about $1.4 million. ‘‘He was the type of person, he didn’t both- Montreal, they’ve discovered a mix of pro- The foundation’s board is composed mostly er with nobody,’’ she said. ‘‘He didn’t hang teins that spurs the body to grow more insu- of community volunteers. Georges, who sits out on the street or sell drugs, or anything lin-producing cells, Vinik says. on the board, said that despite members’ like that.’’ The researchers have experimented with a hard work, it simply wasn’t possible to raise mix of proteins that cures the disease in as much as they had hoped. They were able f hamsters, that were given a chemical to to raise about $800,000 for the institutes in DIABETES RESEARCH make them diabetic, Vinik said. The sci- the 1994–95 fiscal year, according to tax docu- entists do much of their work in a building ments. on Brambleton Avenue, across from the med- The medical school had been making up HON. ROBERT C. SCOTT ical school’s main buildings. the difference between what was budgeted The human body grows insulin-producing and what was raised. The foundation intends OF VIRGINIA cells, located at the pancreas, before birth. to repay the money, but so far hasn’t been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After birth, the body doesn’t create many able to, Georges said. Thursday, September 26, 1996 more of these cells. This year, the medical school’s and insti- But in people with diabetes, the process tutes’ board members decided the school Mr. SCOTT. Mr. Speaker, recently at a spe- malfunctions. With type 1 diabetes—which couldn’t fill the gap anymore. cial session of the Congressional Black Cau- accounts for only about 5 percent of all With less money, Vinik says, the institute cus, members learned about the devastating cases—the body apparently attacks and kills must look to other funding sources to con- impact of diabetes in the African-American its own insulin-producing cells. With type 2, tinue at the same pace. And success may de- community. I wanted to share with my col- either the body can’t efficiently use the insu- pend on speed. More than a half-dozen other lin or the cells can’t make enough; some- leagues the exciting research underway at the centers around the world are investigating times, the cells die under the strain. the same type of treatment. Diabetes Institute in Norfolk, VA. The work Vinik and his colleagues are trying to re- Wheeler, the medical school’s dean, won’t being done there holds out the hope that we vive the ability the body had before birth, say whether he thinks the work will go more can actually discover a cure for this disease prompting it to grow more insulin-producing slowly now. He said the board still backs and I believe we must do all we can to sup- cells. Vinik’s project. ‘‘We think the diabetes pro- port efforts that have this much promise. Mr. To do that, they must accomplish two gram has been very successful and we think Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that the at- things: it will continue to be very successful,’’ tached article from the Virginia-Pilot be printed They must find a specific gene that acts as Wheeler said. in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. a blueprint, telling the body to create the But the foundation and the medical protein. Or they must isolate the specific school—like institutions around the coun- [The Virginia-Pilot, Tuesday, July 9, 1996] protein created by the gene. try—have been hurt by a shrinking pot of re- A RESEARCH GAMBLE They must find other substances that shut search and education money from the gov- (By Marie Joyce) off the process once enough insulin-produc- ernment and private groups, say school offi- ing cells have been created. cials. Someday, Dr. Aaron I. Vinik may be able Potentially, Vinik says, the discovery ‘‘The decisions in medical schools are very to say that he and his colleagues helped cure could help all type 1 sufferers and the 15 per- difficult right now,’’ Wheeler said. diabetes, through work they did at the Dia- cent or so of type 2 victims who lose their in- The Diabetes Institutes will continue with betes Institutes at Norfolk’s Eastern Vir- sulin-producing cells. other major research projects, although they ginia Medical School. If they can accomplish all this in animals, may have to cut back on some less impor- Someday. they probably can do it in humans, too, tant investigations. Right now, Vinik, his staff and the medical Vinik said. Right now, the key is finding the Among other things, the institutes are par- school are taking a high-stakes gamble. blueprint gene in hamsters. ticipating in a study of a medicine that re- Medical research is expensive. No one at the medical school will disclose verses some diabetes-related nerve damage. The payoff isn’t guaranteed. how close—or how far—they are. They must A major biotechnology company is funding Other scientists around the world are chas- be careful, they say, not to reveal too much some of that work. The project has attracted ing the same type of cure and hoping to get to rival scientists. a lot of attention and brought in patients there first. ‘‘One never knows until the last minute, and donations from around the country. Because fund-raising efforts have fallen until the last experiment was done,’’ said Dr. As for the project on growing insulin-pro- short and grants are hard to come by, money Leon-Paul Georges, director of the insti- ducing cells, the institutes will look for matters now loom almost as large as sci- tutes. ‘‘It’s a tremendous gamble, in a way.’’ other sources of money, said Vinik. They entific questions at the institutes. For the last 7 years or so, the medical will seek more collaborators at other If Vinik’s project succeeds, it could help school and Hampton Roads contributors schools, who would take on some of the work millions of diabetes sufferers, and bring have been putting their money on the table in exchange for some of the benefits. glory and money to the relatively new medi- to fund this research. Biomedical companies may be willing to cal school and to Hampton Roads. If it fails— The institutes run a large patient-care bankroll the work because they expect it to despite years of effort and millions of dol- clinic and education programs. Vinik, who pay off. Georges and Vinik say they have lars—most people probably will never know had earned an international reputation at spoken with several major firms, which have about it. the University of Michigan Medical School signed agreements to examine the research The public hears only about the great dis- and elsewhere, arrived to head the research without divulging it. coveries, said Jock R. Wheeler, the school’s division in 1990. A new laboratory opened Research spending is always a bit of a wild dean. that fall, after a foundation fund-raising card investment, even through school admin- ‘‘There are many more scientists who work campaign brought in $11.5 million in less istrators look hard at the science before they their entire lifetimes and never gain recogni- than four years. spend the money. tion or the goals they’ve set for themselves,’’ Georges remembers a day when he and ‘‘I can’t say, ‘I have this project, and if I he said. ‘‘That doesn’t mean they’ve been un- Vinik ordered a million dollars worth of so- spend this amount of money, I’m going to successful.’’ phisticated diagnostic equipment and sup- get this result,’’’ Wheeler said. ‘‘You have to A scientist who cures diabetes would im- plies. understand—that’s what research is all prove the lives of millions in the United Since then, there have been up years and about. You’re looking for new ideas. . . You States alone. down years with fund raising, said Georges. may not discover the fountain of youth.’’ E1750 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 BILL TO PRESERVE AND PROTECT of a major initiative in Bosnia and Herzegovina an additional connecting corridor of wildlife THE RIGHTS OF THE MICCO- supported by the United States Information habitat between the Alpine Lakes Wilderness SUKEE TRIBE Agency and the United States Department of and the Mount Si Conservation Area will be Education. The United States Information created. HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS Service in Sarajevo provided valuable assist- This land exchange also adds substantial OF FLORIDA ance to the program as well. The goals of the acreage to the area visible to the public from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES program are to help prepare students and the I±90 Freeway in support of the objectives Thursday, September 26, 1996 their communities for participation in elections of the Mountain to Sound Greenway TrustÐa and other civic matters. Achieving this goal will nonprofit organization whose sole purpose is Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I help restore a sense of community, coopera- to protect a greenway along I±90 from the rise today to introduce a very important bill tion, tolerance and support for democracy and eastern foothills of the Cascade Mountains all which will carry out the longstanding intent of human rights in this war torn area. the way to Puget Sound. Congress in preserving and protecting the I am also pleased to announce that the cur- I want my colleagues to know that a Draft rights of Miccosukee Tribe of Indians of Flor- ricular materials being used for the program in Environmental Impact Statement was released ida. This bill is introduced in a truly bipartisan Bosnia and Herzegovina have been adapted in late June, a 45-day public comment period fashion, with my Florida colleagues Congress- from the We the People * * * the Citizen and was initiated, and three public meetings were woman CARRIE MEEK, and Congressmen LIN- the Constitution and the Project Citizen pro- held to discuss the exchange and the draft COLN DIAZ-BALART and DAN MILLER joining me grams, as well as other programs supported EIS. The final EIS and Record of Decision as original cosponsors. by Congress which are used in schools should be released by the end of October. This legislation allows for the good people throughout the United States. Initial reports Today's action is necessary in order to give of the Miccosukee Tribe to live in perpetuity in evaluating the summer program indicate the the Forest Service authority to administer the the so-called permit area of Everglades Na- materials and teaching methods were enthu- exchange area. And, Mr. Speaker, since this tional Park. The Miccosukees have lived and siastically received and can be adapted for exchange has been 12 years in the making, worked for generations in this area. The rights use in classrooms throughout Bosnia and all parties involved are pleased that we will be of the Miccosukees are recognized by the Ev- Herzegovina. finalizing the boundary modification legislation erglades National Park Enabling Act of 1934 Mr. Speaker, I wish to commend Mark Molli today. and their special use permit. for his dedication and commitment during the Mr. Speaker, this legislation is part of a win- In 1934, the Everglades National Park Ena- CIVITAS@Bosnia-Herzegovina summer train- win proposal. By consolidating ownership both bling Act specifically provided that rights of the ing program. His work is helping to achieve the Forest Service and Weyerhaeuser will be Indians were protected. Subsequently, in the overall objective of building support for de- able to implement a more effective ecosystem- 1962, and 1973, the tribe was guaranteed that mocracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina. based management that will allow for wetland they could build homes, schools, clinics, and f protection and long-term protection for wildlife. other tribal buildings in the 300-plus acres More important, this land exchange is a identified in their special use permit. SNOQUALMIE NATIONAL FOREST textbook example of how land disputes can be Unfortunately, Mr. Speaker, the Park Serv- BOUNDARY ADJUSTMENT ACT resolved between parties that are willing to ice now seeks to restrict Miccosukee activites OF 1996 look for areas of agreement rather than dif- on their own landÐeven after the tribe has ferences. The environment and all of the peo- SPEECH OF complied with all Federal, States, and local ple of the Puget Sound region benefit as a re- laws. The intent of this Congress in 1934 was sult. I thank the Speaker, the Resources Com- to guarantee the Indians the freedom to live, HON. JENNIFER DUNN OF WASHINGTON mittee, and I urge my colleagues to support work, and govern themselves as they wish in the passage of this resolution. this area, not to be governed by the National IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Park Service. This bill will allow for Wednesday, September 25, 1996 Miccosukee self-government to continue. Ms. DUNN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I FORMER INDIAN PRIME MINISTER These Indians seek nothing more than what want to thank Chairman HANSEN for his lead- INDICTED FOR CORRUPTION we promised them when we passed the park ership on this bipartisan and proenvironment bill in 1934, nothing more than was said on effort. This bill simply adjusts the boundary of HON. PHILIP M. CRANE the floor of this House, nothing more than the the Snoqualmie National Forest to allow the OF ILLINOIS Department of the Interior confirmed in the incorporation into the Snoqualmie National IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES special use permit. In 1960, Justice Hugo Forest of some private lands owned by the Black wrote, ``Great nations, like great men, Weyerhaeuser Co. Thursday, September 26, 1996 should keep their promise.'' With this bill, we I am pleased to state that this legislation is Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, former Indian keep our promise to these native Americans, supported not only by all members of the Prime Minister P.V. Narasimha Rao resigned to these fellow citizens of the United States. Washington State delegation but also by the as head of the Congress Party after he was They deserve nothing less. Sierra Club, the Alpine Lakes Protection Soci- indicted for defrauding an Indian businessman. f ety, the Washington Environmental Council, The Congress Party is providing tacit support AMERICAN TEACHERS IN BOSNIA the North Cascades Conservation Council, to the current government headed by H.D. AND HERZEGOVINA HELP RE- and the Mountaineers. Deve Gowda. BUILD CIVIL SOCIETY This boundary adjustment will facilitate what According to the Washington Post, Mr. Rao is known as the Huckleberry Land Exchange, has been ordered to face criminal charges be- which involves approximately 7,200 acres of cause an Indian expatriate businessman HON. JAMES P. MORAN National Forest land and 33,000 acres of pri- named Lakhubhai Pathak alleges that Mr. Rao OF VIRGINIA vate land of which about 6,278 are outside the conspired with a Hindu guru to cheat him out IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES present boundary of the Snoqualmie National of $100,000. He will be formally indicted on Thursday, September 26, 1996 Forest. September 30. This took place in 1983, and Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to As Chairman HANSEN stated in his opening Mr. Rao is just now facing charges for it. It recognize Mr. Mark J. Molli of Alexandria, VA, remarks, this landmark agreement has been has also been reported that he received $3.5 for his participation in CIVITAS@Bosnia- several years in the making and was brought million from the Jain brothers, who have been Herzegovina from July 17 to July 27, 1996. about through a collaborative effort between charged with bribing a wide range of Indian This is an intensive program which prepares the Sierra Club's Checkerboard Project and politicians from all parties. He has apparently local teachers to assist with the development the Weyerhaeuser Co. It is noteworthy that received large sums of money from other influ- of democracy in Bosnia and Herzegovina. Mr. this exchange includes a substantial donation ence-seekers as well. It looks like Mr. Rao Molli was part of a team of 18 American edu- of land by Weyerhaeuser into the national Al- dipped into the well of corruption too many cators and 15 teachers from the council of Eu- pine Lakes Wilderness Area. times. rope who were assigned to key cities through- Mr. Speaker, the public will benefit from this Mr. Rao's resignation proves that journalist out the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina. substantial donation of land. It will be one of Rajinder Puri of the Times of India was right The summer training program was devel- only a few added this year into our Nation's when he wrote that India is ``a rotten, corrupt, oped by the Center for Civic Education as part wilderness areas. By consolidating ownership, repressive, and anti-people system.'' It is that September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1751 system which the Sikhs of Khalistan, the Mus- THE MANAGED CARE CONSUMER regulations were passed in 33 States address- lims of Kashmir, the Christians of Nagaland, PROTECTION ACT OF 1996 ing issues like coverage of emergency serv- and so many others are trying to escape. The ices, utilization review, post-delivery care and corruption and the repression are tied to- HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK information disclosure. Unfortunately, many gether. The State Department reported that OF CALIFORNIA States did not pass these needed safeguards between 1991 and 1993, the regime paid over IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resulting in a piecemeal web of protections that lacks continuity. The states have spoken; 41,000 cash bounties to police officers for kill- Thursday, September 26, 1996 now it's time for Federal legislation to finish ing Sikhs. Justice Ajit Singh Bains reports that Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to the job and provide consumer protections to more than 50,000 Sikhs disappeared or were introduce the Managed Care Consumer Pro- all Americans. murdered from 1992 through 1995. These tection Act of 1996, a bill that will provide criti- The bill I offer today is a revision of an ear- events occurred on Mr. Rao's watch. cally needed consumer protections to millions lier bill, H.R. 1707, the Medicare Consumer I am pleased that P.V. Narasimha Rao is fi- of Americans in managed care health plans. Protection Act of 1995. This legislation in- Health care consumers who entrust their nally facing the consequences of his corrup- cludes a comprehensive set of protections that lives to managed care plans have consistently tion, but it is time that he also faced the con- will force managed care plans to be account- found that many plans are more interested in able to all of their patients and to provide the sequences of his brutal terror campaign profit than in providing appropriate care. My standard of care they deserve. against the Sikh nation. As Home Minister in constituent mail has been full of horror stories In the U.S. Congress, we have the power to 1984, Mr. Rao was the person who organized explaining the abuses that occur at the hands put an end to abuse in managed care and the Delhi massacres that killed 20,000 Sikhs. of HMO's and other forms of managed care. guarantee that Americans who choose man- When will he be indicted for these crimes? For example, David Ching of Fremont, CA aged care get the care for which they pay. It In addition to its repression and corruption, had a positive experience in a Kaiser is irresponsible to do anything less. Permanente plan and then joined an employer India is a country that never misses an oppor- Following is a summary of the consumer sponsored HMO expecting similar service. He protections provided for in this bill. tunity to take a swipe at the United States. Al- soon learned that some plans would rather let though it is one of the largest recipients of MANAGED CARE CONSUMER PROTECTION ACT patients die than authorize appropriate treat- OF 1996 United States aid, India has a virulently anti- ment. His wife developed colon cancer, but SUMMARY American voting record at the United Nations, went undiagnosed for 3 months after the first I. MANAGED CARE ENROLLEE PROTECTIONS and it is the country that single-handedly symptoms. Her physician refused to make the A. UTILIZATION REVIEW blocked the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty appropriate specialist referral because of fi- nancial incentives and could not discuss prop- 1. Any utilization review program that at- [CTBT]. It is in America's interest to support tempts to regulate coverage or payment for the freedom movements in the subcontinent. er treatment because of the health plan's pol- services must first be accredited by the Sec- icy. Mrs. Ching is now dead. Unfortunately, the Sikhs and others continue retary of Health and Human Services or an In a similar case, Jennifer Pruitt of Oakland independent, non-profit accreditation entity; to live under the brutal rule of a tyrannical re- wrote to me about her father who also had 2. Plans would be required to provide en- gime. Recent events like the detention of cancer. He went to his gatekeeper primary rollees and physicians with a written de- American citizen Balbir Singh Dhillon and the care physician numerous times with pain in his scription of utilization review policies, clini- savage beating of London-based Khalistani jaw. The doctor, who later admitted that she cal review criteria, information sources, and leader Jagjit Singh Chohan show that nothing had never treated a cancer patient, refused to the process used to review medical services refer Mr. Pruitt to a specialist. Eventually, after under the program; has changed from Mr. Rao's brutal and cor- 3. Organizations must periodically review rupt rule. It is time for the United States to months of pain, a dentist sent Mr. Pruitt to a utilization review policies to guarantees con- take a firm stand against these atrocities. We specialist outside of the HMO network. The sistency and compliance with current medi- must institute an embargo against Indian com- cancer was finally diagnosed, but it had cal standards and protocols; spread too rapidly during the months that the 4. Individuals performing utilization re- panies and products. We must end United health plan delayed. Mr. Pruitt died from a view could not receive financial compensa- States aid to India. Finally, we must speak out cancer that is very treatable if detected early. tion based upon the number of certification for the freedom of Khalistan, Kashmir, These tragedies and others like them might denials made; Nagaland, and all the others seeking their have been avoided if the patients had known 5. Negative determinations about the medi- freedom from India. Tyrants must know that cal necessity or appropriateness of services about the financial incentives not to treat, or if or the site of services would be required to be America is on the side of freedom. the physicians had not been gagged from dis- made by clinically-qualified personnel of the Mr. Speaker, I insert into the RECORD the cussing treatment options, or if there had been same branch of medicine or specialty as the September 22, 1996, Washington Post ac- legislation forcing health plans to provide time- recommending physician; ly grievance procedures and timely access to count of the Rao resignation. B. ASSURANCE OF ACCESS care. It's too late for these victims, but it is not 1. Plans must have a sufficient number, INDIAN EX-PREMIER QUITS CONGRESS PARTY too late to provide these protections for the distribution and variety of qualified health millions of people in managed care today. care providers to ensure that all enrollees NEW DELHI—Former Indian prime minister A few years ago, Congress recognized a may receive all covered services, including P.V. Narasimha Rao quit yesterday as head specialty services, on a timely basis (even in of the Congress party after a court upheld a crisis in the health care industry. Expenditures were soaring and overutilization was the rule. rural areas); summons ordering him to appear in a crimi- 2. Patients with chronic health conditions nal case. At that time, I chose to address this problem with laws that prohibited physicians from mak- must be provided with a continuity of care and access to appropriate specialists; Although his party suffered a defeat in ing unnecessary referrals to health organiza- general elections earlier this year, Rao has 3. Plans would be prohibited from requiring tions or services that they owned. enrollees to obtain a physician referral for retained a say in the nation’s politics by of- Others responded by pushing Americans fering his party’s crucial support to the cen- obstetric and gynecological services. into new managed care plans that switched 4. Plans would demonstrate that enrollees ter-left United Front coalition government. the financial incentives from a system that with chronic diseases or who otherwise re- Rao, 75, said in a statement read at a news overserves to a system that underserves. quire specialized services would have access conference here by Congress general sec- They got what they asked for. The current to designated Centers of Excellence; retary Devendra Dwivedi that he was not system rewards the most irresponsible plans C. ACCESS TO EMERGENCY CARE SERVICES guilty. with huge profits, outrageous executive sala- 1. Plans would be required to cover emer- Earlier yesterday, a Delhi judge upheld the ries, and a license to escape accountability. gency services provided by designated trau- summons ordering Rao to appear in court Unfortunately, patients are dying unnecessarily ma centers; September 30. Formal charges would be in the wake of this health care delivery revolu- 2. Plans could not require pre-authoriza- framed on the same day. tion for emergency medical care; tion. It must stop. 3. A definition of emergency medical condi- An Indian expatriate businessman, Several States have already addressed the tion based upon a prudent layperson defini- Lakhubhai Pathak, alleges Rao and a Hindu managed care crisis. In 1996, more than tion would be established to protect enroll- guru conspired conspired to cheat him of 1,000 pieces of managed care legislation ees from retrospective denials of legitimate $100,000 in 1983. flooded State legislatures. As a result, HMO claims for payment for out-or-plan services; E1752 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996

4. Plans could not deny any claim for an retary so that enrollees could compare the D. ARRANGEMENTS WITH OUT OF AREA DIALYSIS enrollee using the ‘‘911’’ system to summon attributes of all plans within a coverage SERVICES. emergency care. area. E. COORDINATED OPEN ENROLLMENT D. DUE PROCESS PROTECTIONS FOR PROVIDERS H. PROTECTION OF PHYSICIAN—PATIENT 1. The Secretary would conduct an annual 1. Descriptive information regarding the COMMUNICATIONS open enrollment period during which Medi- plan standards for contracting with partici- 1. Plans could not use any contractual care beneficiaries could enroll in any pating providers would be required to be dis- agreements, written statements, or oral MediGap plan, Medicare Select, or an HMO closed; communication to prohibit, restrict or inter- contracting with Medicare. Each plan would 2. Notification of a participating provider fere with any medical communication be- be required to participate. of a decision to terminate or not to renew a tween physicians, patients, plans or state or III. AMENDMENTS TO THE MEDICAID PROGRAM contract would be required to include rea- federal authorities. A. ORIENTATION AND IMMUNIZATION sons for termination or non-renewal. Such I. PATIENT ACCESS TO CLINICAL STUDIES REQUIREMENTS notification would be required not later than 45 days before the decision would take effect, 1. Plans may not deny or limit coverage of 1. When a Medicaid beneficiary enrolls in a unless the failure to terminate the contract services furnished to an enrollee because the Medicaid HMO, the HMO must provide an would adversely affect the health or safety of enrollee is participating in an approved clin- orientation to their managed care system be- a patient; ical study if the services would otherwise fore Medicaid payment to the HMO may 3. Plans would have to provide a mecha- have been covered outside of the study. begin; 2. Medicaid HMOs must perform an intro- nism for appeals to review termination or J. MINIMUM CHILDBIRTH BENEFITS non-renewal decisions. ductory medical profile as defined by the 1. Insurers or plans that cover childbirth Secretary on every new enrollee before pay- E. GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES AND DEADLINES FOR benefits must provide for a minimum inpa- ment to the HMO may begin. RESPONDING TO REQUESTS FOR COVERAGE OF tient stay of 48 hours following vaginal deliv- 3. When children under the age of 18 are en- SERVICES ery and 96 hours following a cesarean sec- rolled in a Medicaid HMO, the immunization 1. Plans would have to establish written tion. status of the child must be determined and procedures for responding to complaints and 2. The mother and child could be dis- the proper immunization schedule begun be- grievances in a timely manner; charged earlier than the proposed limits if fore payment to the HMO is made. 2. Patients will have a right to a review by the attending provider, in consultation with f a grievance panel and a second review by an the mother, orders the discharge and ar- independent panel in cases where the plan rangements are made for follow-up post de- TRIBUTE TO FATHER JAMES decision negatively impacts their health livery care. SAUVE services; II. AMENDMENTS TO THE MEDICARE PROGRAM, 3. Plans must have expedited processes for MEDICARE SELECT AND MEDICARE SUPPLE- review in emergency cases. MENTAL INSURANCE REGULATIONS. HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN F. NON-DISCRIMINATION AND SERVICE AREA OF NEW YORK A. ORIENTATION AND MEDICAL PROFILE REQUIREMENTS REQUIREMENTS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1. In general, the service area of a plan 1. When a Medicare beneficiary enrolls in a Thursday, September 26, 1996 serving an urban area would be an entire Medicare HMO, the HMO must provide an Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). This Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to orientation to their managed care system be- requirement could be waived only if the fore Medicare payment to the HMO may join with my colleagues in paying tribute to an plans’ proposed service area boundaries do begin; outstanding American who passed away ear- not result in favorable risk selection. lier this week. 2. The Secretary could require some plans 2. Medicare HMOs must perform an intro- to contract with Federally-qualified health ductory medical profile as defined by the Father James Sauve, the executive director centers (FQHCs), rural health clinics, mi- Secretary on every new enrollee before pay- of the Association of Jesuit Colleges and Uni- grant health centers, or other essential com- ment to the HMO may begin. versities, was a highly respected educator. As munity providers located in the service area B. REQUIREMENTS FOR MEDICARE the director of the International Center for Jes- if the Secretary determined that such con- SUPPLEMENTAL POLICIES (MEDIGAP) uit Education in Rome, as the official rep- tracts are needed in order to provide reason- 1. All MediGap policies would be required resentative of the 28 Jesuit colleges and uni- able access to enrollees throughout the serv- to be community rated; versities, and as a highly respected pastor, ice area. 2. MediGap plans would be required to par- Father Sauve threw himself into his work with 3. Plans could not discriminate in any ac- ticipate in coordinated open enrollment; tivity (including enrollment) against an in- gusto and zeal, and in so doing earned the re- 3. The loss ratio requirement for all plans spect of all of us. dividual on the basis of race, national origin, would be increased to 85 percent. gender, language, socioeconomic status, age, Father Sauve was a graduate of Spring Hill disability, health status, or anticipated need C. STANDARDS FOR MEDICARE SELECT POLICIES College in Alabama, and received his Ph.D. for health services. 1. Secretary would establish standards for from Johns Hopkins University. He was pro- G. DISCLOSURE OF PLAN INFORMATION Medicare Select in regulations. To the ex- ficient in six languages, and traveled exten- tent practical, the standards would be the sively throughout the world. 1. Plans would provide to both prospective same as the standards developed by the NAIC and current enrollees information concern- for Medicare Select Plans. Any additional Father Sauve's sudden passing was a loss ing: standards would be developed in consultation not only to the Jesuit world, but to all of us Credentials of health service providers with the NAIC. who appreciate learning and understanding of Coverage provisions and benefits including 2. Medicare Select Plans would generally all cultures. premiums, deductibles, and copayments be required to meet the same requirements Loss ratios explaining the percentage of We join in the sorrow of Father Sauve's sur- in effect for Medicare risk contractors under premiums spent on health services viving family, which consists of his father, Wil- section 1876. Prior authorization requirements and lard, and his brother, Dudley, and his family. other service review procedures Community Rating We also join all of Father Sauve's many stu- Covered individual satisfaction statistics Prior approval of marketing materials dents whose sense of loss must be immense. Intermediate sanctions and civil money Advance directives and organ donation in- f formation penalties Descriptions of financial arrangements and 3. If the Secretary has determined that a HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES IN EAST contractual provisions with hospitals, utili- State has an effective program to enforce the TIMOR zation review organizations, physicians, or standards for Medicare Select plans estab- any other health care service providers lished by the Secretary, the State would cer- Quality indicators including immunization tify Medicare Select plans. HON. TONY P. HALL rates and health outcomes statistics ad- 4. Fee-for-service Medicare Select plans OF OHIO would offer either the MediGap ‘‘E’’ plan justed for case mix IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES An explanation of the appeals process with payment for extra billing added or the Salaries and other compensation of key ex- MediGap ‘‘J’’ plan. Thursday, September 26, 1996 ecutives in the organization 5. If an HMO or competitive medical plan Mr. HALL of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, for many (CMP) as defined under section 1876 offers Physician ownership and investment struc- years I have been deeply concerned over the ture of the plan Medicare Select, then the benefits would be A description of lawsuits filed against the required to be offered under the same rules tragedy in the former Portuguese colony of organization as set forth in the MediGap provisions above. East Timor. I have had the privilege of meet- 2. Information would be disclosed in a Such plans would therefore have different ing the Roman Catholic Bishop of East Timor, standardized format specified by the Sec- benefits than traditional MediGap plans. Carlos Ximenes Belo, on several occasions. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1753 Bishop Belo is a most courageous figure who attention: in 1991, when Indonesian troops young people who have little more than has ceaselessly tried to promote a peaceful massacred more than 250 people in a church ideals to sustain them. The other consists of solution and dialog as a way out of the 20- cemetery, an event filmed by British tele- heavily armed elite units of Indonesian mo- vision and broadcast around the world, and bile brigade riot police. I saw countless year-old conflict in East Timor, which Indo- again last year, when East Timorese stu- trucks filled with machine-gun toting army nesia invaded in 1979 and where as many as dents occupied part of the U.S. Embassy troops, both uniformed and in plainclothes, a third of the population has perished. compound in Indonesia during a visit by some wearing ski masks in broad daylight in During his 13 years as apostolic adminis- President Clinton. On Thursday, in recogni- the oppressive tropical heat—an open re- trator of the Roman Catholic Church in the In- tion of the anniversary of the invasion, pro- minder of those in East Timor who have donesian-occupied former Portuguese colony independence Timorese occupied part of the ‘‘disappeared’’ without a trace. Spies work- of East Timor, Carlos Filipe Ximenes Belo has Dutch and Russian embassies in Jakarta. ing for Indonesian forces are everywhere. been a tireless advocate of peace, human But for the most part, the public knows lit- In a telephone conversation this week, tle of what is happening in East Timor. Bishop Belo, a courageous moderate who has rights, nonviolence and reconciliation in a situ- East Timor, an area located off the north worked hard to deter violence in the terri- ation marked by war, grim atrocities and an at- coast of Australia, and about the size of Con- tory, said the situation remains the same. mosphere of terror. It is worth recalling some necticut, deserves the special sympathy of During the past few months, dozens of of the details of Bishop Belo's effort. On No- Americans, because, the United States pro- young East Timorese have entered embassies vember 12, 1991, Indonesian troops opened vided the arms and diplomatic support for in Jakarta seeking political asylum. The fire on a peaceful gathering of thousands of that 1975 invasion. President Ford and Sec- personal histories of almost all of these people at Santa Cruz cemetery in the East retary of State Henry Kissinger were in Ja- young people tell the story of East Timor today: Many, if not most, have lost parents Timor capital of Dili. More than 250 were killed karta the day before, and they made no ob- jection to the Indonesian action, though it in the war, and most have been beaten or on that day, many more were badly wounded. was illegal under international law and has tortured. The full extent of the tragedy surrounding the never been recognized by the United Nations. Involvement of the Clinton Administration Santa Cruz events is still not widely known. Longtime efforts in Congress finally have in Bosnia and Northern Ireland has helped Most of the victims were young people. stimulated pressure to address the tragedy smooth the way for peace agreements. There In the immediate aftermath of the Santa in East Timor. are signs that over time, the same might Cruz massacre, driving his own automobile, If the public is troubled about Bosnia, it work in East Timor. President Clinton, who between the hours of 9 a.m. until 2 a.m. the should also be concerned over East Timor. has raised the issue with Indonesian Presi- dent Suharto, can increase his support for next morning, Bishop Belo gathered, in groups About 250,000 people of a population of 4 mil- lion have perished in Bosnia since 1991, while United Nations peace talks and try to con- of five and six, hundreds of young people who in East Timor, it is estimated that 200,000 of vince Indonesian government to take con- has been at Santa Cruz cemetery the morning a population of less than 700,000 died from crete steps in pursuit of a peaceful solution. of November 12 and returned them to their the combined effects of the Indonesian as- Experts say there is growing recognition in homes before they could meet further harm at sault between 1975 and 1979, many in a war- Indonesia that changes must be made if Ja- the hands of the Indonesian military. Subse- induced famine compared with some of the karta is to rid itself of what has come to be quent reports indicate that dozens of those worst catastrophes in recent history, includ- a debilitating injury to the country’s inter- who survived the massacre at Santa Cruz ing starvation in Cambodian under Pol Pot. national reputation. ‘‘It defies imagination that so many people In the meantime, international pressure cemetery were taken away and executed by have perished in such a small place as East could save lives. All official buildings in East Indonesian security forces. Timor,’’ said Mairead Corrigan Maguire, who Timor today are adorned by idealized por- On numerous occasions before and since, won the 1976 Nobel Peace Prize for her work traits of Indonesia’s vice president, Try Bishop Belo has acted to deter violence. But in Northern Ireland, where 3,000 people have Sutrisno, former commander of the army. I in the absence of greater international support died in the violence since 1969. East Timor was reminded of his statement after the his power over the situation is limited. The has sparked public concern in Ireland, in Santa Cruz massacre: The young victims other day he told a friend from Washington part because of the Irish historical experi- ‘‘were delinquents who needed to be shot and that last week two villagesÐa civil servant on ence of occupation by a powerful neighbor. we will shoot them.’’ I was told by authori- Today, tension and oppression have a vise- tative diplomatic sources that, in the ab- the way to picking up his pay envelope with a like grip on East Timor. I visited there in sence of growing international pressure led relativeÐwere shot dead by Indonesian troops September, during some of the most serious by the United States, Indonesian forces in the town of Viqueque, while others in the upheavals since the Santa Cruz massacre of would simply kill the young resisters of East region of Ermera were beaten, arrested, and 1991. ‘‘This place is like a concentration Timor, as they have killed so many of their prevented from attending Mass and from tend- camp,’’ said a priest who could not be identi- elders. All the more reason why distant East ing their coffee fields. fied. Timor should have more than a little mean- The tension in East Timor is of great cause At a Mass one day at the home of Roman ing for us. Catholic Bishop Carlos Ximenes Belo, him- Arnold S. Kohen is writing a book on East for concern, particularly now that the fifth anni- self considered for the Nobel Peace Prize in Timor and international policy. versary of the November 12, 1991 Santa Cruz 1995, there was a crippled boy, his face black- f massacre approaches. I believe the Congress and-blue with caked-up blood from a beating and the administration should be prepared to by security forces. Traumatized and barely TRIBUTE TO THE HALFWAY give the greatest possible support to Bishop willing to speak, he said he had been in a po- SCHOOLHOUSE Belo in his efforts to bring peace to East Timor lice station with 30 other young people who and to help strengthen Bishop Belo's hand in had been stripped naked and similarly as- saulted. HON. DAVID E. BONIOR the difficult weeks and months ahead. ‘‘We have been going from prison to pris- OF MICHIGAN For the benefit of my colleagues, I would on—I don’t know where he is—and the police IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES like to submit for the RECORD a firsthand ac- won’t tell us,’’ said one desperate parent Thursday, September 26, 1996 count by Arnold Kohen from the December 10, searching for his child. He took a consider- 1995, Boston Globe: able risk simply in talking to a foreigner. Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, this coming Sat- [From the Boston Sunday Globe, December Nearby, dozens of young people taking refuge urday, September 28, 1996, in Eastpointe, MI, 10, 1995] in a courtyard, several with head wounds in- a historical marker honoring the Halfway flicted by Indonesian police. BURIED ALIVE: EAST TIMOR’S TRAGIC Schoolhouse will be formally dedicated. ‘‘They’re taking everything from us,’’ said OPPRESSION The Halfway Schoolhouse was built in 1872 one man. ‘‘All most Timorese have now is (By Arnold S. Kohen) and served the community until 1921. At that the skin on their bones.’’ Indonesian settlers time it was located in the village of Halfway, With the world’s attention focused on the brought into East Timor are taking the Bosnian peace agreement, the 20th anniver- scrace jobs and opportunities. As in Tibet, midway between Mount Clemens and Detroit. sary of an invasion that led to even greater invaded by the Chinese in 1950, the settlers When the school closed in 1921, it was moved carnage than the tragedy in the Balkans seem to be there to swamp the East Timor- and used as a warehouse. The East Detroit passed Thursday with little notice. But the ese in their own country. Historical Society acquired the school in 1984, consequences of Indonesia’s December 1975 ‘‘It’s a slow annihilation,’’ said another returning it to within 100 feet of its original site invasion of the former Portuguese colony of priest, who reported that as many as 80 per- and restoring its 19th century appearance. East Timor are still with us. The children of cent of the native East Timorese in some The contributions of the members of the his- those who perished in the first wave of sav- areas suffer from tuberculosis, while Indo- age repression are at this moment being nesian authorities make it difficult for many torical society are numerous and they deserve beaten and tortured. people to obtain medicines. our gratitude for their hard work and dedica- Over most of the last two decades, East The disparity between the two sides could tion to preserve this beautiful Victorian building Timor has received only sporadic worldwide not be more clear. On the one hand, unarmed for future generations. E1754 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 It has been 124 years since this school first the Greater Houston Council. In addition, Mr. God Bless You, Mr. Cleveland. You are in opened its doors to this community but many Mathis served as a member of the Prospective our prayers. values remain the same. The people were Payment Assessment Commission and the f hard working, family oriented and aware of the Quality Task Force of the Joint Commission importance of education. This school brought on Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations. PERSONAL EXPLANATION hope for a better way of life. It opened doors As Methodist Hospital searches for a re- within the minds of the young people and in- placement, Mr. Mathis will continue to serve HON. HENRY B. GONZALEZ spired future leaders. Today, the school is as president and CEO of Methodist Health OF TEXAS once again servicing the needs of the commu- Care System. After this retirement, Mr. Mathis IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will continue to consult and work with Meth- nity. Children who visit leave with a sense of Thursday, September 26, 1996 the past and a feeling of pride and belonging odist Hospital on selected projects and pro- in their community. grams. I applaud the dedicated leadership and Mr. GONZALEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to clar- I commend the members of the East Detroit hard work that Mr. Mathis has given to the ify my vote on the Immigration and Nationality Historical Society for their role in preserving Houston area and wish him the very best in Act conference report yesterday. While my this treasure. The Halfway Schoolhouse will his new career. Thank you, Mr. Mathis, for vote was recorded as ``aye'', it was my inten- be formally recognized as a Michigan historic your service to the patients, the employees, tion to vote ``no'', as I still oppose this legisla- site with the dedication of this marker. The citi- and your community at the Methodist Health tion. My position on the issue of immigration is zens of Eastpointe should feel pride in know- Care System. Your presence as a health care long standing and a matter of public record. I ing that they have reclaimed something pre- visionary will be missed. would thus like the RECORD to accurately re- cious that will now be a living memorial. f flect my position on this bill. Thank you, Mr. f Speaker. TRIBUTE TO BENJAMIN FRANKLIN f IN RECOGNITION OF THE DEDI- CLEVELAND CATED SERVICE OF LARRY TRIBUTE TO THE DEALE VOLUN- MATHIS HON. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON TEER FIRE DEPARTMENT AND OF NEW YORK RESCUE SQUAD ON THEIR 50TH HON. KEN BENTSEN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ANNIVERSARY OF TEXAS Thursday, September 26, 1996 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. SOLOMON. Mr. Speaker, it is great HON. STENY H. HOYER Thursday, September 26, 1996 honor for me to introduce a true American OF MARYLAND hero, Benjamin Franklin Cleveland. Mr. Cleve- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to land, a resident of Johnsburg, NY, will soon honor Larry L. Mathis, the president and chief Thursday, September 26, 1996 celebrate his 100th birthday. I am proud to call executive officer of Methodist Health Care Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to this gentleman one of my constituents. System in Houston, TX, in my district. Mr. Mr. Cleveland is the only living veteran of pay tribute to the past and present men and Mathis has faithfully served the Houston area the First World War residing in Johnsburg. I women of the Deale Volunteer Fire Depart- as the head of one of our Nation's leading would like to offer my heartfelt appreciation for ment and Rescue Squad. This October, they nonprofit health care organizations for more his service to the Nation. In recognition of Mr. will be celebrating their 50th anniversary of than 25 years. Cleveland's 100th birthday, the town of service to the citizens of Deale, MD. Later this year, Mr. Mathis will be retiring Johnsburg, a small town in the 22d Congres- Prior to the fire company's inception in from Methodist Health Care System. Mr. sional District, is throwing a parade in his 1946, the citizens of Deale relied upon sur- Mathis began his career at Methodist Hospital honor this Saturday, September 28. I am rounding communities to provide their fire pro- in 1971 as an administrative resident. He was thrilled that Johnsburg is honoring Mr. Cleve- tection. As the population grew, following quickly promoted and was appointed president land. World War II, it became apparent that Deale and chief executive officer of the hospital in Mr. Speaker, serving your country is the ulti- could no longer rely entirely on other commu- 1983. During his leadership, Methodist grew mate sacrifice. It takes courage, dedication, nities and it needed its own fire department. In from a single-site hospital in the Texas Medi- perseverance, and above all, love of country. October 1946, a small group of community cal Center to its emerging presence today as Mr. Cleveland has fought to preserve the free- leaders started the Deale Volunteer Fire De- a community-based health care system. Meth- doms many Americans, unfortunately, take for partment. They were Tilghman Franklin, Gor- odist is now a leading provider of state-of-the- granted. You deserve the respect and admira- don Phipps, Oregon Nutwell, Ray Clark, Ster- art medical care in the competitive managed tion of all Americans. ling Knopp, Maurice Whittington, and Joseph care market in Houston. The Methodist Health The United States must look awfully dif- Adcock. Care System includes the Methodist Hospital, ferent to Mr. Cleveland than it did in the year As with most volunteer fire companies they Diagnostic Center Hospital, San Jacinto Meth- of his birth, 1896. In his lifetime, he has seen started off small. They didn't have much odist Hospital, an international network of affili- the introduction of air travel, the automobile, money and hadn't been in the community long ated hospitals, a managed care organization, radio and television, nighttime baseball, and enough to establish a very large volunteer a health maintenance organization, home many other advances that have forever altered base. However, what they lacked in resources health services, skilled nursing, primary, and the American landscape. they more than made up in hard work. Their secondary physician groups, community health Mr. Speaker, the country is different, but not first fire engine was purchased second hand care centers, and hospice services. necessarily better in all aspects. We have from the Clinton Volunteer Fire Department During Mr. Mathis' tenure, the Methodist much to learn from members of Mr. Cleve- and they used a local businessman's garage Hospital won the Commitment to Quality land's esteemed generation. The country can as a firehouse. The first few years of the de- Award, an important award for hospital quality, draw on the wisdom he obtained in his 10 partment were difficult because the depart- and was named one of America's Best Hos- decades of life in the United States. He has a ment had to be entirely self-sufficient. They pitals by U.S. News and World Report. Meth- great deal to offer our Nation. I sincerely hope raised the necessary funds to purchase all the odist was also included in the 1993 edition of our youngsters can display the same virtues equipment and start construction on a proper ``The 100 Best Companies To Work for in that Mr. Cleveland has amply demonstrated: firehouse by hosting oyster roasts, game par- America'' and in the 1995 edition of the ``Best duty, honor, sacrifice, and love of God and ties, and collecting donations from the commu- Hospitals in America.'' Mr. Mathis was also Country. nity. named as one of the five best managers in Once again, Mr. Speaker, I want to thank In 1951, the fire department started receiv- nonprofit health services in Business Week. Mr. Cleveland on behalf of the U.S. Congress ing tax funds from Anne Arundel County. This Mr. Mathis has been recognized by his for your military service. I hope he has a won- steady revenue, supplemented by their fund- peers as an expert in health care policy. He is derful birthday on October 14, 1996 and pray raising activities, allowed the department to chairman-elect of the American College of that he has many more years in beautiful up- complete the second stage of the firehouse Healthcare Executives, a professional society state New York. construction which began in 1948. Additionally of 30,000 members. He has served as chair- Living 100 years is a true milestoneÐMr. it allowed them to hire Junior Windsor and man of the board of the American Hospital As- Cleveland has great reason to feel proud of James ``Tutti'' Revell to be the first full-time sociation, the Texas Hospital Association, and his accomplishment. professional firefighters for the department. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1755 The department continued to grow with the IN MEMORY OF FATHER JAMES W. Sinai Hospital; along with the American Asso- community during the succeeding four dec- SAUVE´ , S.J. ciation of Retired Persons created the Legacy ades. They made three additions to the exist- Award, where cash awards go to senior citi- ing firehouse, purchased new equipment, HON. JOSEPH M. McDADE zens who are performing extraordinary serv- added ambulance service, and expanded their OF PENNSYLVANIA ices in their communities; and has been on volunteer base and their activities in the com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the board of directors of public television sta- munity. Under the able leadership of Chief tion KCET for 28 years. Tommy Manifold, President Gayle Moreland, Thursday, September 26, 1996 Lois has been just as active. Several dec- and Delegates Matt Zang, Tammy Ladd, Jack Mr. MCDADE. Mr. Speaker, I know that ades ago she became a participant in an inter- Browing, and Leonard King the Deale Volun- many of my colleagues join me in mourning racial, interreligious panel of women called teer Fire Department is 71 members strong the untimely death of Father James W. SauveÂ, Portraits of American Women. She later and operates three pumper engines, one am- S.J. on Monday, September 23. Father turned her attention to the Jewish community, bulance, two brush units, and three fire and SauveÂ's passing is mourned by many commu- serving on the board of directors of Brandeis- rescue boats. nities around the world including the Society of Bardin Institute for many years, as well as on The members of the Deale Volunteer Fire Jesus, the Association of Jesuit Colleges and the advisory committee of the School of Jew- Department and Rescue Squad, past and Universities where he worked as executive di- ish Communal Service of Hebrew Union Col- present, are all heros. Not because they have rector, Marquette University, the International lege. all saved a child from a burning house, but be- Center for Jesuit Education in Rome, and the The Gunthers are also passionate about cause for the past 50 years they have given University of Scranton in Pennsylvania. politics, contributing time and effort to a variety their time, their effort, and risked their lives on Father SauveÂ's was a nationally recognized of causes and candidates. Dick was even in- behalf of their community. They don't do it for leader in Jesuit education committed to the cluded on President Richard Nixon's infamous money. They don't do it for fame or acclama- absolute best that is achievable for any human Enemies ListÐa sure sign that he was doing tion. They do it, Mr. Speaker, because they being. Throughout his life, Father Sauve ex- something right. care. They care about the safety of their fellow celled at scholarship and inspired students With all their community and professional citizens and they care about the welfare of and colleagues alike. activities, somehow the Gunthers found the their community above that of their ownÐand His proficiency in six languages allowed him time to raise three sons and dote on four that Mr. Speaker is my definition of a hero. to travel extensively throughout the world pro- grandchildren. There is nothing more impor- moting all levels of Jesuit education. tant to Lois and Dick than family. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to congratulate In 1975, Father Sauve organized the first I ask my colleagues to join me today in sa- the 50 years of service the Deale Volunteer worldwide meeting in Rome of all presidents luting Lois and Dick Gunther, whose selfless- Fire and Rescue Squad has given their com- of Jesuit colleges and universities. It was the ness and dedication are a shining example to munity and wish them continued success in first time in the 455 years of Jesuit history that us all. I am proud to call them my close their mission. a meeting of this magnitude was convened. It friends. f f focused on the Jesuit mission of service of faith and promotion of justice worldwide. OUTSTANDING NEW JERSEY TRIBUTE CELEBRATING THE 25TH Father Sauve died unexpectedly of coronary complications at Georgetown University Hos- CHEERLEADERS OF SHORECHEER ANNIVERSARY OF THE WOOD- INTERNATIONAL HAVEN RESIDENTS’ BLOCK AS- pital. SOCIATION Survivors include his father, Willard F. SauveÂ, an ordained permanent deacon in Two HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH Rivers, WI, his step-mother, and his brother OF NEW JERSEY HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER Dudley and his family in Farmville, VA. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The funeral for Father Sauve is scheduled OF NEW YORK Thursday, September 26, 1996 for Friday, September 27 at 7 p.m. at the Holy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Family Chapel followed by an 8 p.m. Mass on Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I recently had the opportunity to meet with Mr. Thursday, September 26, 1996 Marquette University campus in Milwaukee, WI. Burial will be on Saturday at the Cemetery Louis Pulcrano, coach of a unique group of Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of Holy Cross. students from Monmouth and Ocean Counties, join all New Yorkers in celebrating the 25th There will also be a memorial service for NJ. These outstanding young women are anniversary of the Woodhaven Residents' Father Sauve on Monday, September 30 at members of ShoreCheer International, dedi- Block Association, the Guardian of the 7:30 p.m. at Dahlgren Chapel at Georgetown cated to excellence in cheerleading and serv- Woodhaven Community. I believe this asso- University here in Washington. Following the ice to their communities. ciation's dedication to making the community a Mass, there will be a reception at the Jesuit Not only have these athletes earned pres- safer place to live deserves considerable rec- Community next to the chapel. tige for themselves in national and inter- ognition. f national cheerleading competitions, the young women have demonstrated great virtue and Throughout the years, this organization has TRIBUTE TO LOIS AND DICK devotion in caring for those in need around worked tirelessly in conjunction with the police GUNTHER them. captain and officers in the 102d precinct, and I was particularly moved by a special visit in the successful campaign to reopen the local the young women of ShoreCheer made re- firehouse, engine company 294. HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN cently to Montoursville, PA, in a effort to help In addition, the Woodhaven Residents' OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES comfort those mourning the loss of family and Block Association has also formed the friends who perished in the TWA Flight #800 Woodhaven Resident's Security Patrol that pa- Thursday, September 26, 1996 tragedy. The cheerleaders spent time with trol our streets, and have been supportive Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to their peers at the Montoursville High School through the years to the Greater Woodhaven pay tribute to Lois and Dick Gunther, dear and delivered messages of support and love. Development Corp., the Woodhaven Rich- friends who this year are being given the Jew- Once again, in a moment of sadness and mond Hill, Kew Gardens Ambulance Corps, ish Family Service's FAMMY Award. This need, these young women offered their time the 102d precinct auxiliary police and the new award honors their outstanding community and energy to brighten the lives of others. Woodhaven Business Improvement District. leadership and continuing devotion to Jewish Mr. Speaker, I respectfully submit for the Those living in the Woodhaven community Family Service. I cannot think of two more de- RECORD, an article written by the girls' coach, have come to understand the importance of serving recipients. which outlines their numerous achievements the block association. I urge all my colleagues The Gunthers have a long and distinguished and contributions to the community. I would and fellow residents of Brooklyn to congratu- history of involvement in philanthropy and pub- first like to include a list of the names of the late the Woodhaven Residents' Block Associa- lic service. For example, Dick is a cofounder young women of ShoreCheer, so that we can tion for 25 years of service to the community of the Jewish Federation's Urban Affairs Com- all applaud their notable athletic distinction and wish them continued success in the mittee; chaired and helped develop a commu- and, most importantly, the great kindness they future. nity outreach Mid-Life Program at Cedars- show to othersÐsomething that impacts us all. E1756 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 Senior All-Stars: Beth Allen; Wendy the front cover of American Cheerleader Originally signing on the air as WKRG in Dailey, Traci Mayer, Jill Balinski, Beth Magazine as ‘‘National Cheerleader of the 1946, this station was born out of postwar Hager, Heidi Farnham, Shannon O’Malley, Month’’ for February 1996. This year, and for exuberance, relief, and anticipation for the fu- Lauren Petty, Suzanne Heyniger, Kelly Mac- the third year in a row, ShoreCheer will be Donald, Melissa Lennon, Erin Lacey, Kristi representing cheerleaders from across the ture. Although the station has been known by Pilgrim, Brittany Larkin. Nation as they have been selected and will different call letters over the years, WNTM has Junior Prep All-Stars: Laura Stogdill, perform in the Miss America Pageant Parade always been influential in tapping Mobile's rich Jenifer Vienna, Lauren Rogers, Anna Norcia, in Atlantic City. potential. Danielle Berkely, Kristine Triola, Charolette Program cheerleaders have raised and do- During a span of 50 years, WNTM has obvi- Yorgenger, Nicole Gashlin, Kyle Allen, nated funds to Hale House in New York City ously created a number of local personalities Rachelle Rose, Meghan Ward. for babies born addicted to alcohol and who have turned the ears of listeners daily. Junior All-Stars: Krystle Berryman, Jenny drugs, to the Make-A-Wish Program, to the Biancella, Julie Biancella, Caitlin Bilotta, From Jack Bitterman and Carl Haug, during New Jersey Food Bank, the Red Cross, and the early years of the station's history, to cur- Gina Cifelli, Brianna Dwyer, Amanda Cheerleaders Fighting Cancer. They have Foderaro, Megan Jakubowski, Lauren twice performed half-time shows for the NBA rent celebrities like Dick Scott and Mike Ma- Krueger, Tara Luchetti, Nicole Masiero, New Jersey Nets. lone, these gentlemen, coupled with dozens of Kristen McCormick, Lauren McCrossan, Me- The program received its spots highest other loyal employees, past and present, have lissa Millen, Krissie Previte, Amber honor when it was selected and won the 1995 truly provided a quality, family oriented pro- Tempsick, Lauren McCormick. National Outstanding Cheerleading Program gram to radio listeners throughout south Ala- of the Year Award for 1995–96. And most re- bama. Special thanks should also go to Tim With so much negative publicity directed cently, 21 ShoreCheer International cheer- toward today’s youth, we in New Jersey take Camp, the current general manager of WNTM. leaders made a 500 mile, 10 hour round-trip Mr. Speaker, it is with obvious pride that I great pride in a very special group of young to Montoursville, PA, on a mission of love athletes, who have emerged, not only leading and caring and to help in the healing process ask my colleagues to join me, and thousands their State, but leading their Nation as well in a community which lost 21 of its mem- of south Alabamians, in celebrating the 50th in the promotion of pride, honor, and dig- bers, including 16 high school students, in anniversary of WNTM±AM 710. I wish to offer nity. the TWA Flight 800 tragedy. The ShoreCheer my deepest congratulations, as well as my They have been called, ‘‘A fine example of girls met with the Montoursville High gratitude for a job well done. Here's to the what the youth of America can accomplish’’ School Cheerleading Squad and presented by President of the United States, Bill Clin- next 50 years. them with six large megaphones containing f ton, as during the past 7 years of their exist- close to 1,000 signatures and messages of sup- ence, ShoreCheer International, a port from cheerleaders all over the North- TRIBUTE TO MAUREEN KENNEDY cheerleading, educational, and community east United States, a red rose for each family service program for youth of all ages, has of the victims and had a star officially won 125 trophies on the local, State, national named ‘‘LoveCheer 800’’ in honor of those HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON and international levels and over 100 honors lost in the TWA tragedy. It was the words OF MISSISSIPPI and recognitions all on the national and spoken by ShoreCheer cheerleader Lauren IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES international levels for their community Petty which bonded the two groups together service and caring for others in need. in a very special friendship as Lauren spoke Thursday, September 26, 1996 These very special young adults have accu- these words of the twenty one victims: Mr. THOMPSON. Mr. Speaker, today, I mulated some very special achievements ‘‘By reaching out with our hearts, no dis- over the past 7 years. They have coached one would like to pay tribute to one of President tance is too great to conquer and it is the Clinton's finest appointees, the Administrator of our Nation’s few cheerleading squads love in our hearts that has brought us here made up of handicapped children and suc- today. And as the fingers of their love and of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Rural cessfully trained and entered them in major the fingers of our love reach out and touch Housing Service, Maureen Kennedy. As a re- cheerleading competitions in 1993, 1994, and each other here today, we have bonded with sult of the reorganization of the Department of 1995. A music video was made of these dedi- them in eternal friendship—21 new friends Agriculture, Maureen Kennedy served as the cated young ladies working with these spe- who will be with us in mind and heart al- first Administrator of the newly created Rural cial children and it ended up being used as a ways.’’ Housing Service [RHS]. In that role, she broke training tape for Special Olympics in China. The six megaphones will be placed on the In 1994, the group produced a second music new ground by creating directives to change Montoursville Athletic Field where two of the priorities of the housing programs that video promoting the ‘‘Cheerleaders Fighting the victims who were cheerleaders would Cancer’’ program, challenging every normally cheer during the football season. were formerly administered by the Farmers cheerleading squad in America to donate 5 To date, ShoreCheer International Cheer- Home Administration. percent of all money raised to help put an leaders have performed live in front of over Shortly after accepting the position of Ad- end to the disease of cancer. That same year, 2 million spectators from every State in the ministrator, she traveled throughout the delta they were selected and honored for the sec- Nation and their dedication to dignity, of my district to look at the challenges this ond time by the President of the United honor, respect, pride, community, and those poor section of the country faces each day. States for winning the 1994 CANAM Inter- in need has won them recognition on four national Sportsmanship Award, presented to This was not a hollow/perfunctory visit to sat- continents. This very special program and isfy the request of the Congressman from the just one out of 60,000 cheerleading squads in its very special young athletes can best be North America. described by the words of the Governor of Second District of Mississippi. This was the They were 1995 International Champion- Alaska, Walter J. Hickel, ‘‘All of America is work of a dedicated and sincere public serv- ship trophy winners in Myrtle Beach, SC, proud of you!’’ antÐshe observed, took notes, and then took where, after saving up for this trip for a steps to make a visible difference. In fact, she year, gave up their only day of sun and fun f followed through on a commitment to return a on the beach, visiting and paying tribute to THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF the local police, visited a nursing home year later and complete a project she had where they delivered homemade cookies and WNTM–AM 710 been working onÐeven though she was actu- ended their day visiting a hospital, deliver- ally on maternity leave. ing personal get-well messages to every pa- HON. SONNY CALLAHAN Maureen Kennedy is now leaving the RHS. tient in the hospital and stuffed animals to OF ALABAMA I know Maureen well enough to know that she every child there as well. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will continue to be a tireless advocate for the In 1992, they were selected as one of just poor in her next undertaking. Many people in two high school youth groups out of over 400 Thursday, September 26, 1996 high schools in their State to speak and per- my district and across this Nation are better form at the Governor’s Summit on Drug and Mr. CALLAHAN. Mr. Speaker, today com- off today as a result of Maureen Kennedy's Alcohol Abuse and have lectured numerous memorates 50 years of service from radio sta- work. other young adults on the dangers of drug, tion WNTM±AM 710 in Mobile, AL. This sta- In an era when it is extremely popular to tobacco, and alcohol abuse and the impor- tion has bettered the lives of listeners through- denigrate public servants and label them unfit tance of practicing proper values. out Mobile and Baldwin Counties by not only to represent the Government, I am pleased to Members of ShoreCheer were selected by providing them with music, humor, and relax- have the opportunity to salute one who served the motion picture industry to coach movie star Chirstina Ricci, star of ‘‘Casper,’’ ‘‘The ation, but by informing them through news, this President, this Congress, and more impor- Addams Family,’’ ‘‘Mermaids,’’ ‘‘Then and sports, and local affairs. I rise today to ap- tantly the people of this country with honor Now’’ for her next motion picture, ‘‘Last of plaud the efforts to those who have continued and distinction. Maureen will be missed. I am the High Kings.’’ ShoreCheer Senior All-Star the tradition of this great station, and I wish to certain she will be successful in whatever en- Lauren Petty was selected and featured on express my deep appreciation to them. deavor she pursues in the future. September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1757 DRUG-INDUCED RAPE PREVENTION guished service to his community and the The Indonesian security forces who were re- AND PUNISHMENT ACT OF 1996 labor movement in New Jersey will long be re- sponsible for this brutal act of terror are still membered. Mr. William Zenga's efforts will be operating with impunity throughout East Timor. SPEECH OF commemorated on September 28, 1996, when This impunity is illustrated by the legal after- HON. PATRICIA SCHROEDER the headquarters of the International Union math of the massacre. Those military person- OF COLORADO Operating Engineers is renamed in his honor. nel who were responsible for the massacre re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The dedication ceremony of the William F. ceived a slap on the wrist; the strongest pun- Zenga Building will be the culmination of a Wednesday, September 25, 1996 ishment was house arrest. Compare this with long and notable career. Mr. Zenga's journey the harsh punishment meted out to those who Mrs. SCHROEDER. Mr. Speaker, because I to this monumental occasion began upon his were convicted of organizing peaceful pro- believe that it is critically important that we in- graduation from Dickerson High School, Jer- tests. They received sentences ranging from 9 crease the penalties for possession and traf- sey City in 1939 when he became a years to life in prison. They are still in prison ficking in Rohypnol, I support this legislation dredgeman. One year later, he attained the as we speak. even though it does not go far enough. position of operating engineer which he has The Dili massacre is one of the most egre- Rohypnol has been proven dangerous. The held continuously, interrupted only by a period gious, but by no means the only, example of drug is odorless, colorless and tasteless and of service as a Navy SeeBee during World severe repression in East Timor. Arbitrary ar- cause sedation and euphoric effects within 15 War II where he earned the rank of chief petty rests, militarization of the island, and training minutes. The effects are boosted further by al- officer. and arming young East Timorese loyal to the cohol or marijuana. And, most offensively, Mr. Zenga's career in the dredging industry Indonesian Government are all on the rise. Rohypnol has become the tool of predators has lasted 56 years. During that time, he has It is unconscionable that we are considering who spike the drinks of unsuspecting young taken up the cause of his fellow dredgemen transfer of high-technology military equipment women and then rape them. through his activities with the International to a country whose military is responsible for Recognizing the dangers posed by Union of Operating Engineers, local 25. Since such a reprehensible act against its own peo- Rohypnol, the DEA has begun the administra- the inception of local 25, Mr. Zenga has held ple. I hope that Members will consider the tive process of moving Rohypnol from Sched- a number of positions starting as a business consequences for the people of East Timor ule IV to Schedule I to put the drug in the agent and executive board member, and pro- when we turn a blind eye to horrible acts such same categoryÐand have it carry the same gressively moving upward in the labor organi- as this. penaltiesÐas other dangerous drugs including zation. He has held positions as vice president f LSD and heroin. of the Maritime Port Council of the Delaware In an effort to speed up the process of Valley and Vicinity, vice president of the Mari- TRIBUTE TO TONY BEILENSON changing Rohypnol's schedule, last week, the time Trades Department of the AFL±CIO, and Judiciary Committee voted unanimously to re- trustee of the Maritime Port Council of Greater HON. GERRY E. STUDDS schedule the drug. Despite that vote, this New York. OF MASSACHUSETTS week, we see a brand new bill on the floor Commitment to family and community are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES without the rescheduling provision? paramount to Mr. Zenga. He and his wife, Why, you might ask, would anyone oppose Caroline, make their home in Woodbridge, and Thursday, September 26, 1996 rescheduling a dangerous drug with no legiti- are the proud parents of three sons: James, Mr. STUDDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mate purpose in the United States and which an attorney, William, Jr., an oral surgeon, and honor our retiring colleague, TONY BEILENSON has been used to facilitate the rape of numer- Jack, a certified public accountant. Mr. of California. Congressman BEILENSON is one ous young women, including many minors? Zenga's interest in having our waterway be of the most constructive and productive Mem- Why would anyone argue for lenient treatment free for passage by our Nation's shipping fleet bers of this body. While his diligence has of a drug that has been banned by the FDA has led to involvement in a number of asso- earned his colleagues' respect in a variety of and declared dangerous by the DEA? ciations that promote the dredging and mari- substantive areas, his lifelong legislative pas- Because Hoffman-LaRoche, the pharma- time industry. He currently serves as a board sion has been in habitat protection, especially ceutical company that manufactures Rohypnol member of the State of New Jersey Maritime for the endangered African elephant, and the and which sells the drug in 64 foreign coun- Advisory Council, the New York State Coastal Asian tiger and rhinoceros. tries, has worked very hard to see the re- Zone Management Advisory Committee, and a As I noted at a recent Resources Commit- scheduling provision dropped. Hoffman- member of the New Jersey Alliance for Action. tee hearing on elephants, tigers, and rhinos, LaRoche stands to lose $100 million if It is an honor to recognize the important Jonathan Swift wrote, in 1793, ``Geographers Rohypnol is rescheduled because sales in work of this dedicated individuals. His con- mapping Africa over unhabitable downs placed other countries tend to go down when the tributions to the dredging industry are of tre- elephants for want of towns.'' For better or United States decides a drug is so dangerous mendous importance to many of the residents worse, Europeans saw fit soon to rectify what that it belongs on Schedule I. of my district who depend on an unobstructed they viewed as a shortage of towns with the So in today's legislation, Rohypnol remains coastline to make a living. I am certain my col- colonization of the African Continent. And a Schedule IV drug not because anyone actu- leagues will rise with me and pay tribute to along with that colonization came big game ally believes it is as safe as other Schedule IV this trailblazer in the dredging industry. hunters and a booming global trade in ele- drugs like Valium, but because a drug com- f phant ivory. pany has successfully lobbiedÐto the det- CONCERNING THE ANNIVERSARY Two hundred and fifty years after Swift riment to women and girls across the coun- penned that little poem, American consumers tryÐto keep Rohypnol's Schedule IV status. OF THE 1991 MASSACRE IN EAST TIMOR were indirectly responsible for the deaths of I sincerely hope that after this bill has thousands of elephants each year, and the passed, we can go back to the Committee millions of elephants that had once stood on process and pass a bill rescheduling Rohypnol HON. JOHN EDWARD PORTER maps in the place of African towns were re- so it is treated as seriously as other dan- OF ILLINOIS duced to fewer than 700,000. gerous drugs. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This magnificent species was facing the f Thursday, September 26, 1996 possibility of extinction in the wild if the IN HONOR OF WILLIAM F. ZENGA: Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, as cochairman slaughter were not stopped. Fortunately, we A TRUE TRAILBLAZER FOR THE of the Congressional Human Rights Caucus, I were able to respond to the pending crisis and DREDGING INDUSTRY IN NEW have long been concerned about the deterio- diminish, if not completely halt, the uncon- JERSEY rating human rights situation on the Indo- trolled killing of African elephants for their du- nesian island of East Timor. bious honor of emerging from the evolutionary HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ On November 12, 1996, we will mark the process bearing a resource more precious fifth anniversary of the brutal massacre of OF NEW JERSEY than gold. peaceful, unarmed protesters at the Santa Although habitat protection and the pres- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cruz Cemetery in the capital of East Timor. As sures of industrialization continue to pose a Thursday, September 26, 1996 many as 273 defenseless citizens were killed threat to African elephant populations, this Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today by the Indonesian military in a ferocious, species appears to be on the rebound, thanks to pay tribute to an individual whose distin- unprovoked attack. in part to our colleague from California. E1758 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 I understand that elephants, like the whales and less than 15 percent of married women long term implications of our annual fight over found off the coast of Massachusetts, are able worked. By 1993, almost 60 percent of all MFN. Further, Ms. Franklin described the sig- to communicate over long distances by mak- women worked and married women were nificant changes occurring in China and the ing deep rumbling sounds that humans cannot slightly more likely than other women to be impact of trade investment on those changes. hear. If we could hear them, I am sure the ele- working. The growth of women in the work As Ms. Franklin pointed out, China is rapidly phants would be thanking Mr. BEILENSON for force is even more pronounced for women in becoming a global economic power, making it his extraordinary work on their behalf. their prime earning yearsÐages 25 to 54. The crucial that the United States have a consist- I wish we could be as optimistic about the labor force participation rate for these women ent, long-range strategy for stable, construc- future of the other species these laws are de- increased from 42 percent in 1960 to 75 per- tive relations. signed to protect. Due to the continuing de- cent in 1993. For married women in this age Barbara Franklin has made a major con- mand for rhino horns and tiger bones in tradi- bracket labor force participation increased tribution to a better understanding of our rela- tional Asian medicines, and the deplorable ille- from 35 percent in 1960 to 72 percent in 1993. tionship with China as well as the implications gal trade in tiger skins, these extraordinary Not only are more women working, they are of MFN for our national interest. I am including creatures may be gone from the face of the staying in the work force longer. For instance, a summary of her speech in the CONGRES- Earth by the time the Democrats regain con- 19 percent of married women with children SIONAL RECORD and I urge my colleagues to trol of this Congress. There is some hope, under age 6 worked in 1960; by 1993, 60 per- read it carefully. however, for both the rhinos and tigers and cent of these women were in the work force. SUMMARY OF REMARKS GIVEN BY THE HONOR- the Democrats. Similarly, 39 percent of married women with ABLE BARBARA HACKMAN FRANKLIN— The battle to save these species from ex- children between the ages of 6 and 17 were ‘‘CHINA: FRIEND OR ENEMY?’’ tinction is far from over, but at least the battle in the work force in 1960 and by 1993, fully 75 (Prepared by the staff of the Committee on is joined. We must continue to do all we can percent of these women were in the work International Relations) through international cooperation and environ- force. The bilateral relationship between the U.S. mental education to ensure that rhinos, tigers, Women's median year-round, full-time cov- and China is one of the most important in ered earnings were a relatively constant 60 the world today. We have come to a critical and elephants still exist for future generations. point, where a better understanding between We all know that extinction, like politics, is percent of men's earnings until about 1980. the two countries has become crucial for a forever. It is a very special privilege to recog- Since that time, women's earnings have risen stable and predictable relationship for the nize TONY, whose loss will be immense to this to roughly 70 percent of men's. This increase future. institution and to the country, to say nothing of will, in time, increase pension benefits for Change in China is occurring at a tremen- the heffalumps. women although this change will be slow be- dous rate and the result of China’s transition f cause benefits are based on average earnings can affect the U.S. for many reasons. China over a lifetime. has the largest population and standing INTRODUCTION OF COMPREHEN- army in the world. It also is strategically po- A woman's martial status at retirement is sitioned in the center of Asia and is a perma- SIVE WOMEN’S PENSIONS PRO- also a critical factor in determining benefits. TECTION ACT nent member of the U.N. Security Council, The Social Security Administration projects giving China the power to veto decisions in that the proportion of women aged 65 to 69 the U.N. HON. BARBARA B. KENNELLY who are married will remain relatively constant China’s growing economic clout is signifi- OF CONNECTICUT over the next 25 years, and that the proportion cant for the U.S. as well. Currently, China is rated as the third largest economy in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who are divorced will more than double over this period. There are tremendous inequities in world, behind Japan and the U.S., and pre- Thursday, September 26, 1996 dictions of China’s future economic growth the law with respect to the pension of a widow Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, we are here show that within the next 15 years it has the or divorced spouse. For instance, only about potential of becoming the world’s largest this morning to announce the introduction of 54 percent of married private pension plan re- economy. This has become important for the the comprehensive women's pension bill of cipients have selected a joint and survivor op- U.S. because China is the largest market in 1996. tion, which, in the event of their death, will the world for aircraft, telephones, construc- While Republicans spent the 104th Con- continue to provide benefits to their spouse. tion equipment, agriculture products, and in- gress trying to deny working American families The face of women in America today has creasingly for consumer goods. We can see $40 billion of their hard earned pension money changed; it's time our pension laws recognize that China is a market for many of the prod- ucts sold by the U.S. and, more importantly, by allowing employers to raid pension plans, those changes. The bill before us today does Democrats beat back these attempts and the figures show that the demand in China just that. A number of us have been active in continues to grow rapidly. worked to ensure that working Americans, par- this area. We have been successful in getting At the same time, we cannot ignore the ticularly women, get the benefits to which they small pieces enacted. And today, we pledge to vital concerns many people have brought up are entitled. work together in the next Congress to update about the problems with human rights For instance, President Clinton recently our pension laws for the women of America. abuses, nuclear proliferation, and protection signed into law legislation I have championed f of intellectual property rights in China. Our since 1986 which reduces the vesting periodÐ increasing trade deficit has also caused a the period you must work before become enti- SOUND ADVICE ON UNITED great deal of anxiety in the U.S., along with tled to a pensionÐfrom 10 to 5 years for mul- STATES-CHINA RELATIONS the question of both Taiwan and Hong Kong and the intentions of China’s military. Many tiemployer plans. The moment President Clin- goals are being set by the central govern- ton put his signature on the bill, 1 million HON. TOBY ROTH ment and provinces, ranging from expanding Americans became entitled to a pension. But OF WISCONSIN education to strengthening China’s agri- there is much more work to be done, particu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES culture to meeting the basic needs of the larly for the women of America. Chinese people, to help alleviate the prob- For instance, less than one-third of all Thursday, September 26, 1996 lems and issues that China faces. women retirees over age 55 receive pension Mr. ROTH. Mr. Speaker, as we consider our Threatening to deny MFN status should benefits compared to 55 percent of male retir- future trade relations with China, I would like not be used as a means of addressing these concerns. Congress should renew MFN for ees. Yet the typical American woman who re- to bring to my colleagues' attention to an ex- China. Denying MFN status to China or at- tires can expect to live approximately 19 cellent speech on the issue by former Sec- taching unrelated conditions does not make years. Sadly, over one-third of elderly women retary of Commerce Barbara Hackman Frank- any sense for many reasons. The economic living alone live below the poverty line and lin. consequences would be profound, as denial of three-fifths live within 150 percent of the pov- Secretary Franklin not only has long experi- MFN would hinder trade and increase tariffs erty line. Women's pension benefits depend ence in United States trade policy, but she and costs for U.S. companies doing business on several factors including: participation in also has particular expertise in United States- in China. A negative message to the Asia-Pa- the work force, lifetime earnings relative to Chinese relations. That is why the Heritage cific region would also result, where there is already concern about whether the U.S. is those of current or former husbands, and mar- Foundation asked her to make a special ad- going to withdraw. Denying MFN would also ital history. dress on this subject. harm the economies of Taiwan and Hong There has been a long-term trend toward In her remarks, Ms. Franklin emphasized Kong and, as previously stated, would not greater labor market participation by women. that our relationship with China has come to a correct or erase any of the concerns we have In 1940, only 28 percent of all women worked critical point. She urged us to consider the with China. Furthermore, the time has come September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1759 to make MFN for China permanent as our the library's resources were helping prepare Mammography, for example, has improved strategic and economic relationship with people of all ages to fulfill their chosen tasks the odds enormously for patients through early China is too important to continue this heat- and pursue their personal interests. detection. And now, image-based biopsy ed and controversial debate every year. Thanks belong to the people of Livemore for methods have made it possible to diagnose It is also important to note that, cur- rently, the U.S.-China relationship is at one all they have done to continue this tradition to many suspicious lumps in women without re- of its all-time lowest points. It is character- the present day. I applaud their commitment to sorting to expensive and painful surgery. ized by distrust and misunderstanding, stem- learning, to public service, and to education, For children, imaging has meant a dramatic ming in large part from the inconsistent ac- and wish them all the best as they celebrate reduction in the need for surgery. In the past, tions of the Clinton Administration in its this unique event in the history of the Liver- for example, a child brought into a hospital policies toward China. Many in China’s gov- more community. after an automobile accident would often un- ernment have interpreted our mixed mes- f dergo exploratory surgery if internal injuries sages as a policy of ‘‘containment’’, which were suspected. Today, a CT scan imme- has led to feelings of resentment against the A TRIBUTE TO EDWARD LENZ diately after admission to the emergency room U.S., as well as confusion on the part of the Chinese about what we really mean. We need often eliminates the need for surgery at all. a strategic framework for our relationship. HON. PHIL ENGLISH This not only avoids an expensive and poten- Clear objectives and expectations for our re- OF PENNSYLVANIA tially dangerous procedure; it also eliminates lationship must be articulated to the Chi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unnecessary pain and lengthy recovery peri- nese. Dialogues at the highest levels should Thursday, September 26, 1996 ods. be used as means by which we can express The achievements of medical imaging are and push for the goals we have set to Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, remarkable. And the potential for the future is achieve. Areas of common interest and too often we forget here in Washington that a equally dramatic. Imaging research promises agreement, such as commercial relations, pyramid rests on its broad base, not its pin- breakthroughs in the early detection of such provide a good foundation from which we can nacle. In like manner, our political system diseases as prostate and colon cancer, as build. rests not on Congressmen but on those who well as the identification of individuals at risk The U.S. should actively encourage China’s devote their time to local government: a lot of economic reform process as well as that for Alzheimer's disease. country’s integration into the world commu- headaches and little pay. Imaging research is also developing the nity. The U.S. should help to bring China Ed Lenz was a solid man, a good man, one foundation for the surgical techniques of the into the WTO on acceptable terms; that way of those foundation stones of America's demo- 21st century. Virtual reality neurosurgery, we can pursue our trade agenda multilater- cratic system. He shouldered the burden of robotic surgery, and a whole array of image- ally as well as bilaterally. The U.S. needs to public service without complaint, and served guided procedures are revolutionizing surgical focus on consistent actions that courage the his family, his community, and his God. Would practice. Chinese to move forward instead of publicly that we all have the same spirit of public serv- Developments in imaging are also making it shouting at them, as the Clinton Adminis- ice that Ed did. possible to deliver better medical services to tration has been doing. We need to stay en- Ed passed away after a lifetime of service. patients in rural regions and other under- gaged with China, to use our best diplomatic judgment and skill, to disagree and be tough- He was a Korean war veteran, serving in a too served areas. Through teleradiology, experts minded when we must, while keeping our eye often ignored war in the Army. in hospitals hundreds or even thousands of on the goal of achieving a working relation- He then studied electrical engineering, and miles from patients can read images and ship. worked for General Electric in locomotive test- make accurate diagnoses. The attitude of the U.S. toward China and ing for 27 years. Americans can reap impressive benefits the tone of the U.S.-China government rela- Ed was a husband and a father, and was al- from future innovations in imaging. But these tionship can have an influence on which way ways there for his family and community. developments could be delayed significantly, things go. But using trade as a weapon to ad- That is why he was a Republican com- or even lost, if we do not make a renewed dress the concerns will not eliminate the mitteeman, a member of the Wesleyville Plan- commitment to image researching at the Na- problems and may only punish U.S. exports more than they hurt China. Therefore, we ning Commission, and a Wesleyville council- tional Institutes of Health. The NIH is the pre- must look at the long term, instead of being man. mier biomedical institution in the world, but it short sighted, and adopt a consistent policy Wesleyville is going to miss Ed. In these is not organized to optimize research in this towards China that intelligibly addresses our days of cheap celebrity, I mention Ed because crucial field. The NIH is organized in Institutes, concerns and objectives. The future relation- he was a good man, and I think such men to support research related to specific dis- ship is at hand and if we continue our cur- should be remembered. eases or body organ systems. rent, inconsistent approach to China, there f Imaging, however, is not specific to any one is no telling what will result. This is a gam- disease or organ. It has applications in vir- ble the U.S. and the world cannot afford to NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF BIO- tually every area. For that reason, imaging re- take. MEDICAL IMAGING ESTABLISH- search is conducted at most of the Institutes f MENT ACT at NIH, but it is not a priority at any Institute. LIVEMORE PUBLIC LIBRARY Instead, it is dispersed throughout the Insti- TURNS 100 HON. RICHARD BURR tutes, producing uncoordinated decisionmak- OF NORTH CAROLINA ing and resource allocation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The same is true on a larger scale beyond HON. BILL BAKER the NIH. A number of Federal agencies, in- Thursday, September 26, 1996 OF CALIFORNIA cluding the Department of Defense, NASA, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BURR. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- National Science Foundation, the Department ducing the National Institute of Biomedical Im- Thursday, September 26, 1996 of Energy, and the intelligence agencies sup- aging Establishment Act of behalf of myself port imaging research programs. There is, Mr. BAKER of California. Mr. Speaker, in and my colleagues Mr. GREENWOOD, Mr. however, no central coordination or direction 1896, the Wright Brothers had yet to fly, Henry FLAKE, Mr. BROWN of Ohio, Mr. BORSKI, Mr. for this research. Ford's mass production line had not yet COBLE, Mr. HEINEMAN, Mr. PAYNE of Virginia, We can fix this problem. We can provide the opened, and Dwight Eisenhower was still a Mr. TAYLOR of North Carolina, Mr. CHAPMAN, needed oversight and direction for imaging re- boy on the Kansas prairie. Yet the public-spir- and Mr. SMITH of Texas. search at NIH and throughout the Federal ited citizens of Livermore, CA were already As millions of Americans know from per- Government. We can ensure that taxpayer showing their commitment to building a strong sonal experience, new developments in medi- dollars expended on imaging research community as they opened the Livermore cal imaging have revolutionized patient care in produce a greater return. And we can do all of Public Library. the past quarter century. The field is no longer this without additional spending. For 10 decades, the Livermore Library has limited to x-rays. Sophisticated new tech- The bill we are introducing today creates an opened the doors of learning to generations of nologies such as computed tomography [CT], organization at NIH to oversee and direct im- East Bay residents. The library has survived a magnetic resonance imaging [MRI], positron aging research. But it does not add further lay- Depression, two World Wars, and great social emission tomography [PET], and ultrasound ers of bureaucracy. On the contrary, the bill al- changes. Whatever was occurring in the world allow physicians to diagnose and treat disease lows the Director of NIH to use existing admin- outside, the walls of the library were witness- in ways that would have seemed impossible istrative structures, existing personnel, and ex- ing the quiet, steady flow of knowledge, and just a generation ago. isting facilities for the new Institute. E1760 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 In addition, this bill does not further dilute TRIBUTE TO OUR LADY OF THE and found them attempting to rescue a drown- our increasingly scarce health care resources. RIDGE VOLLEYBALL CHAMPIONS ing child from the ocean. Having been pulled Rather than require larger appropriations or out to sea by the tide, the child's life was in create a whole new program with increased HON. WILLIAM O. LIPINSKI grave danger. Miss Fash quickly swam out to overhead, this bill consolidates the imaging re- OF ILLINOIS sea in order to rescue the child, ultimately search programs that are already in place to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES saving its life. ensure more effective decision-making and in- Thursday, September 26, 1996 For many individuals, this would be a ran- vestment of resources. It also creates a center dom act of heroism. However, Janet Fash to coordinate imaging research throughout the Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to practices these acts for a living, spending the Federal Government. pay tribute to an outstanding group of majority of her time saving lives. Her duty to volleyball players in my district. This special In short, this bill provides an opportunity to her community is also to be commended, as group of players are students at Our Lady of improve health care for our citizens and im- she is a regular attendant at all community the Ridge High School in Chicago Ridge, IL. prove efficiency at the same time. It will help meetings, and is the epitome of a civic-minded What makes this group stand out and shine is us meet both the formidable scientific and individual. that when other schools were out for the sum- budgetary challenges we face. As Janet Fash has been such a notable mer, this group of players extended their sea- I fully recognize that there is not sufficient member of her community, I would encourage son into late June and captured their pro- my colleagues to join me in congratulating her time remaining in the current Congress for the gram's first national title. This is truly a mo- House to act on this legislation. Nevertheless, on her bravery and superior heroism. mentous triumph and I am very proud to rep- f I believe that it is important to raise this issue resent such a fine group of young women in now. We will be considering legislation to re- Congress. CONDEMNING VIOLENCE IN EAST authorize the NIH in the next Congress, and This year's Amateur Athletic Union Junior TIMOR we need to focus on imaging research as we National Volleyball Championships were held continue the debate on the future of bio- in Des Moines, IA, on June 21±25. This year, HON. JACK REED medical research in this Nation. I hope that a division was started which included the introduction of this bill now will contribute OF RHODE ISLAND volleyball players ages 10 years and younger. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to that debate, as well as to the construction The division was created to allow younger of a more effective national research program. players to compete in the national competition. Thursday, September 26, 1996 This year, 10 young ladies from last season's Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, there has been f fourth grade team received maximum benefit growing international concern over the plight from the exposure. of the former Portuguese colony of East TRIBUTE TO RUTH SALZMAN The team was led by tournament MVP Jes- Timor, especially since November 12, 1991, sica Strama and All-Americans Kellie and when Indonesian troops killed more than 250 HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS Katie Pratl. Additionally, Elizabeth Rutan, Cori defenseless people and wounded hundreds Omiecinski, Megan Liston, Laura Dirschl, and OF NEW YORK more at Santa Cruz Cemetery in the East Katherine Casey played an important role in Timorese capital of Dili. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their aggressive floor play during the game. Thousands of East Timorese had gathered Thursday, September 26, 1996 Stefanie Krawisz and Lauren Uher were top in at the cemetery for a memorial service that their field outstanding serving ability during the turned into a demonstration. In an unprovoked Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure game. The Our Lady of the Ridge team was attack, Indonesian forces opened fire on the to highlight the sterling efforts of Ruth coached by Milena Strama and Ron Pratl. The crowd. A British television journalist filmed part Salzman, executive vice president for the team ended its season with an impressive 77± of this tragic event, attracting the attention and Chase Community Development Corp. 23 record. Finally, the team could not have indignation of the global community. [CCDC]. Ruth was named to direct commer- come as far as they did if it were not for their Nearly 5 years later, the situation in East cial lending for CCDC in 1992. She is tasked many sponsor and supporters from the parish Timor remains extremely tense. While the In- with the challenge of providing loans to minor- community of Our Lady of the Ridge. As the donesian officers and soldiers who were re- ity and women-owned small businesses lo- team coach Ron Pratl said, ``There was a sponsible for the Santa Cruz massacre re- cated in low- and moderate-income commu- team of supporters that made it possible for us ceived light punishment, when they received nities, in addition to addressing the needs of to get here, and then there was the team that any punishment at all, the East Timorese ac- community-based nonprofit organizations. won the gold. My hat goes off to all of them.'' cused of organizing the demonstration re- Businesses in the tristate area of New York, Mr. Speaker, I am very proud to have such ceived long sentences, ranging from 9 years New Jersey, and Connecticut have been re- a fine group of players and supporters in my to life in prison. So far as is known, all of the cipients of loans from Chase, under the aus- district. This group of hard working young Indonesian perpetrators have long ago been pices of Ruth Salzman. In an era when it is volleyball players are truly an inspiration and I freed, in contrast to the East Timorese, all of fashionable to eliminate access to capital for am pleased to be given the opportunity to whom were charged with nonviolent activities, groups desperately in need of access to cap- honor their hard work today. but none of whom have been released. ital, most notably minorities and women who f As we near the fifth anniversary of the mas- own small businesses, it is comforting to know sacre, it would be fitting for the Indonesian TRIBUTE TO HONOR JANET FASH that Ruth Salzman is working overtime to sup- Government to release all those charged with BY PLACING HER NAME IN THE port these groups. nonviolent activities in connection with the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Ruth's expertise and training are traceable event. to her work with Chemical Bank, where she In July 1996, Amnesty International pre- managed a specialized lending portfolio known HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER sented a summary analysis of the human as the Community Policy Lending Unit, which OF NEW YORK rights situation in East Timor to the United Na- provided capital loans to nonprofit organiza- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions Special Committee on Decolonization. I tions that developed transitional and perma- Thursday, September 26, 1996 now ask that this important documemt, which nent housing for people with special needs. Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to underscores the need for concrete action, be Ms. Salzman is a graduate of the Wharton pay tribute to a brave and honorable individ- placed in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: Graduate Division and received her B.A. from ual, Miss Janet Fash, of Rockaway, NY. Her INDONESIA: HUMAN RIGHTS DETERIORATE IN Brooklyn College. She is married to Ira courage enabled her to save the life of a fel- EAST TIMOR AS UN TALKS GO ON Salzman and is the mother of two children. low civilian. Her contributions to the civic life of Another year of talks and vague promises Ruth's efforts have opened doors for many mi- her community are commendable. of greater openness by the Indonesian gov- nority and female small business owners who Miss Fash is a lifeguard in Rockaway, NY. ernment has brought no relief to the people have known nothing but despair in their efforts of East Timor, Amnesty International said While her job is to save lives, she has dem- today at the United Nations (UN) Special to secure commercial loans. Her efforts de- onstrated the virtues of a citizen who goes Commission on Decolonization in New York. serve recognition and commendation, and it is above and beyond the call of duty. Despite the recent completion of the my honor to introduce her to my fellow col- Janet Fash was off-duty when she was eighth round of talks between the govern- leagues. walking down the beach. She noticed a crowd ments of Indonesia and Portugal, and a visit September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1761 to Indonesia and East Timor by the UN High jobs through four strategic areas: Port of Oak- his many other experiences, he devoted his Commissioner for Human Rights, the root land, Downtown Redevelopment Plan, Neigh- life to the two greatest goals: justice and edu- causes of human rights violations in East borhood Revitalization, and New and Chang- cation. And he succeeded mightily. Timor remain unaddressed. Whether this gentle man was teaching his Reports of arbitrary arrests, torture, ‘‘dis- ing Industries. Now PG&E is taking a leading appearance’’, extrajudicial killings, the im- role in putting the action plan into effect. students mathematics at Marquette University, prisonment of prisoners of conscience, and I commend all the partners and their good organizing a worldwide meeting of the leaders unfair trials have continued. There is par- work through the Oakland Economic Action in Jesuit higher education, or simply chatting ticular concern that the authorities may be Forum. Congratulations to PG&E on winning with friends over a good pipe smoke and clas- using disturbances in the territory as a pre- the EEI Common Goals Award. sical music, Father Sauve always enjoyed his text to arrest people involved in peaceful f mission in life. pro-independence activities. It was his mission to help focus the greatest ‘‘Instead of committing itself to taking TRIBUTE TO FREEHOLDER P. educational tradition in our country, Jesuit concrete measures to address gross viola- MARVIN PADGETT tions by its security forces, the Indonesian education, and to help ensure its continued government responds to criticism with cos- prosperity well into the future. For that we metic measures aimed at appeasing inter- HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS should all be very thankful. national and domestic critics,’’ Amnesty OF NEW JERSEY The Jesuit mission promotes a service of International said. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES faith in a world that often makes faith hard to In 1995, for example, the government find. In this world, their vocation is to promote Thursday, September 26, 1996 agreed to a visit by the High Commissioner a shared, lasting good and to promote justice. for Human Rights to Indonesia and East Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor According to the Jesuit teachings, ``God chal- Timor. During the visit the authorities said to Freeholder P. Marvin Padgett, a member of they were prepared to cooperate further with lenges His people to act justly, to speak re- the mechanisms of UN human rights bodies, the Cumberland County Board of Chosen spectfully of serious things, and to counter so- but gave no indication of how or when this Freeholders in New Jersey. Mr. Padgett has cial conflict.'' Father Sauve embodied these would be done. announced his retirement. He will be leaving principles through his teachings of the impor- ‘‘The international community should not office at the end of his term in 1998. tance of educationÐeducation that teaches be fooled into thinking this constitutes real Mr. Padgett, a resident of Fairfield Township service to others, justice for all, and peace progress on human rights in East Timor. has dedicated his life to public service. He is around the world. Limited concessions as such have not allevi- currently concluding a 9-year stretch as In the Gospel according to John, Jesus ated the deteriorating situation on the Freeholder, which began in 1988. Prior to this says, ``This is my commandment, that you ground,’’ Amnesty International said. he had served a 3-year term from 1971±73. Concrete action is urgently required to love one another, as I have loved you.'' John curb arbitrary use of power by the security Mr. Padgett has been affiliated with many 15:12. I believe Father Sauve succeeded bet- forces, end the impunity and remove legisla- Camden County Departments during his illus- ter than many of us in breathing life into this tion which allows for the detention of pris- trious career. commandment and teaching its meaning. oners of conscience. Freeholder Padgett began his community in- Father Sauve was and still is an inspiration The international community should also volvement as an active member of the Bridge- to all of us. fulfill its responsibility to the people of East ton Jaycees in the 1950's and has also held f Timor by holding the Indonesian government the post of President of that organization. Fol- accountable for violations whenever they lowing his involvement with the Jaycees, the TRIBUTE TO ST. GABRIEL occur. POSSENTI ‘‘The time for talking is over. The Indo- Freeholder was appointed a member of the nesian government must now demonstrate a Bridgeton Housing Authority. Mr. Padgett was genuine commitment to human rights in later elected to the Fairfield Township Board HON. CLIFF STEARNS East Timor—and the international commu- of Education. In 1964, Mr. Padgett was elect- OF FLORIDA nity must hold that government to such a ed to the first of his two terms as County Cor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commitment,’’ Amnesty International said. oner. He was later appointed to the Cum- Thursday, September 26, 1996 f berland County Utilities Authority where he served for a total of 81¤2 years, the final 3 as Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, Thomas Jeffer- CONGRATULATIONS TO PG&E Chairman. In 1978 he was elected Camden son wrote, ``No free man shall ever be County Democratic Chairman. debarred the use of arms.'' I, along with many HON. RONALD V. DELLUMS Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this oppor- of my colleagues, wholeheartedly agree and OF CALIFORNIA tunity to recognize and thank Mr. Padgett for have fought attempts to limit a law-abiding citi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his lifelong commitment to his community. zen's constitutional right to keep and bear arms. Law-abiding citizens have the right to Thursday, September 26, 1996 Through his years of hard work, Freeholder Padgett has shown uncompromising dedica- protect themselves, their families, and their Mr. DELLUMS. Mr. Speaker, two major tion to his family, his colleagues, and to the property. projects aimed at replenishing the economic people of his community. As a strong supporter of the second amend- vitality of Oakland are the Oakland Inner City f ment, I would like to take a moment to pay Competitiveness Project and the Oakland tribute to a courageous, but little known saint, Communications Business Cluster Incubator. IN MEMORY OF FATHER JAMES St. Gabriel Possenti, who exemplifies the need Deeply involved in both of these projects is SAUVE (1932–96) for legitimate gun ownership. In 1859, the Pacific Gas & Electric Co. [PG&E], serving Catholic seminarian saved the village of Isola, Oakland and much of northern and central HON. JOHN JOSEPH MOAKLEY Italy from 20 dangerous terrorists who were California. For its leading role in economic de- OF MASSACHUSETTS terrifying the citizens, burning down the vil- velopment, PG&E received the Edison Electric IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lage, and stealing personal possessions. Institute's [EEI] Common Goals Special Dis- As one of the terrorists was in the process tinction Award for customer satisfaction. Thursday, September 26, 1996 of assaulting a young woman, Possenti, un- Tapan Munroe, PG&E's chief economist Mr. MOAKLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today armed and alone, went to face the band of who cochaired an economic forum for Oak- with great sadness to honor the memory of a criminals. The terrorist who was about to rape land, was in Washington to receive the award truly great American leader who passed away the young woman, looked over and rested his from EEI President Thomas R.Kuhn in a Cap- earlier this week. gaze on Possenti and commented on him itol Hill ceremony. Father James Sauve, our country's leading being all alone. Possenti quickly grabbed the In the face of economic stagnation, military expert on Jesuit education, left this world far terrorist's weapon from his holster and de- base-closings, and downsizing throughout too quickly. Lucky for us, in the 64 years he manded the release of the young woman. northern California, PG&E played a key role in was here, he made more difference; he had Startled, the terrorist obliged. Possenti then bringing stakeholders together to forge a stra- more positive contributions, than most people disarmed a second terrorist. tegic plan for Oakland's future. PG&E and even dream of making. Upon hearing the commotion, the rest of the other supporters and businesses funded the Father Sauve had just recently been named band came over to Possenti with the intent of forum, and PG&E produced the Proceedings the executive director of the Association of overtaking the lone monk. It was at that fateful and Action Plan which envision 12,000 new Jesuit Colleges and Universities. In this, and moment, a lizard ran across the road. When it E1762 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 stopped midroad, Possenti, using one of the mocracy is a reality on Taiwan, the United HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION terrorist's revolvers, demonstrated his shooting States must make certain Taiwan is protected 220—COMMENDING HUNGARY AND prowess. He carefully aimed and killed the liz- from any external threats. ROMANIA ON THE SIGNING OF A ard with a single, clean shot. Possenti, then TREATY OF UNDERSTANDING, Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Taiwan on its turned both revolvers on the terrorists and or- COOPERATION, AND GOOD dered them to douse the fires, return the prop- National Day and send warm regards to Presi- NEIGHBORLINESS erty and leave the village. Not surprisingly, the dent Lee Teng Hui on his country's amazing bank of brigands was never heard from again. economic and democratic successes. HON. TOM LANTOS Possenti, who was thereafter referred to as OF CALIFORNIA f the Savior of Isola, died in 1862. Pope Bene- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dict XV canonized him in 1920. Possenti's prowess with the revolver protected life and TRAGEDY OF EAST TIMOR Thursday, September 26, 1996 property. His brave actions evidence the nec- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, earlier this essary right of legitimate self-defense. It is this week, representatives of Hungary and Roma- past conduct of the 19th-century Italian saint HON. ROBERT G. TORRICELLI nia signed a ``Treaty of Understanding, Co- that is celebrated and studied by the St. Ga- OF NEW JERSEY operation and Good Neighborliness'' in the briel Possenti Society, Inc., which seeks his Romanian city of Timisoara/Temesvar. The designation as the Patron Saint of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES important document was signed by Hungarian Handgunners. I would like to personally thank Thursday, September 26, 1996 Prime Minister Gyula Horn and Romanian Mr. John Snyder of the St. Gabriel Possenti Prime Minister Nicolae Vacaroiu. The treaty Society for his tireless dedication on behalf of Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. Speaker, the tragedy represents another milestone in the process of the crusade for legitimate self-defense. in the former Portuguese colony of East Timor reconciliation and improved relations between I urge all my colleagues to remember this is of growing concern to Americans, and in these two important Central European coun- truly amazing story when they are called upon particular, to church and secular human rights tries. to make decisions regarding a citizen's second Mr. Speaker, with the support of our distin- organizations in the State of New Jersey. amendment right to keep and bear arms. Via guished colleague from Ohio, Mr. HOKE, yes- There has been growing interest in this prob- the second amendment, citizens have the right terday I introduced House Concurrent Resolu- to protect themselves, their families and their lem in my State dating back to the 1975 inva- tion 220 commending the leaders of both possessions from those who roam our streets sion of East Timor by Indonesia, which may countries for this important action. I invite my and terrorize whole communities. As stewards have claimed more than 200,000 East Timor- colleagues to join us in cosponsoring this res- of the public trust, we have the obligation to ese lives of a population that was less than olution and ask for their support of this impor- ensure the ability of law-abiding citizens to ex- 700,000 before the Indonesian occupation. tant piece of legislation. ercise this important right. Public interest in my State and around the The text of our resolution reads as follows: f world has increased since the November 12, H. CON. RES. 220 Commending the Governments of Hungary TAIWAN’S NATIONAL DAY MARKS 1991, massacre of more than 250 unarmed people by Indonesian troops at Santa Cruz and Romania on the occasion of the signing THE TRIUMPH OF DEMOCRACY of a Treaty of Understanding, Cooperation cemetery in the East Timor capital of Dili. The and Good Neighborliness. HON. CHARLIE ROSE Santa Cruz massacre, filmed in part by a Brit- Whereas on September 16, 1996, a ‘‘Treaty of Understanding, Cooperation and good OF NORTH CAROLINA ish TV journalist, was televised throughout the world, and alerted international public opinion Neighborliness between Romania and the Re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES public of Hungary’’ was signed by Gyula to the plight of East Timor in an unprece- Thursday, September 26, 1996 Horn, Prime Minister of the Republic of Hun- dented manner. Nearly 5 years after the Santa gary, and by Nicolae Vacaroiu, Prime Min- Mr. ROSE. Mr. Speaker, on October 10, Cruz massacre, East Timor's suffering contin- ister of Romania, in Timisoara/Temesvar, 1996, the Republic of China [ROC] on Taiwan ues. Romania; celebrates its national day. I salute the great Whereas this agreement between the two changes that have been undertaken by the An illustrious in the midst of this tragedy is governments is an important step in contrib- people on Taiwan to transform their country the Roman Catholic Bishop of East Timor, uting to the stability of that region and to into one that guarantees the right of every in- Carlos Ximenes Belo, who has received ac- reconciliation and cooperation among the dividual to participate in the election of its claim for his efforts to bring peace to East nations of Central and Eastern Europe; Whereas this agreement will enhance the leaders. Timor. Earlier this year, several international participation of both countries in the Part- While Taiwan's National Day is a happy oc- editions of Reader's Digest published a profile nership for Peace program and will contrib- casion, we in the United States must be con- of Bishop Belo entitled ``Hero for a Forgotten ute to and facilitate their closer cooperation cerned by the recent heightened tensions in People.'' Shortly after it appeared, Reader's with the members of the North Atlantic the region. The People's Republic of China Treaty Organization and the eventual entry Digest announced that the edition had been [PRC] has undertaken a program of intimida- of these countries into full NATO participa- tion toward Taiwan. On the eve of Taiwan's banned from newsstands in Indonesia. tion; and Presidential elections, the PRC launched mis- The article is a poignant portrait, and de- Whereas this agreement is a further sig- nificant step in the process of reconciliation siles less than 100 miles off the coast of Tai- serves wider attention, especially at this time, between Hungary and Romania and reflects wan, staged ``island landing'' military exer- as the fifth anniversary of the Santa Cruz the desire and effort of both countries to im- cises, and openly threatened naval blockades. massacre approaches. In conclusion, Bishop prove their economic cooperation, to foster The PRC took these actions because demo- Belo tells the Reader's Digest writer, ``We beg the free movement of peoples between their cratic Taiwan continues to seek greater inter- the outside world not to forget us * * * If that countries, to expand military relationships, national recognition. and to increase cultural and educational co- happens, we are doomed.'' The United States has an important role to operation: Now therefore, be it play in resolving this matter. We must con- The U.S. Congress and administration Resolved by the House of Representatives (the Senate concurring), That the Congress— tinue to work to bring the ROC into the World should do everything within reason to ensure (1) commends the farsighted leadership Trade Organization in a timely manner. We that Bishop Belo's fear does not come to shown by both the government of Hungary also must coordinate with President Clinton to pass. and the government of Romania in reaching make sure that, within the framework of cur- agreements on the Treaty of Understanding, For the benefit of my colleagues, I request rent treaties, Taiwan borders are secure. And Cooperation and Good Neighborliness signed that the text of the March 1996 Far Eastern we must continue to promote Taiwan's partici- on September 16, 1996; pation in humanitarian organizations around edition of Reader's Digest be published in the (2) commends the frank, open, and rea- soned political dialogue between officials of the world. RECORD. I urge all of my colleagues to read this important article. Hungary and Romania which led to the trea- Mr. Speaker, Taiwan held open Presidential ty; elections in March of this year. The United (3) commends the two countries for their States has always promoted the idea of de- effort to foster improved relations in all mocracy throughout the world. Now that de- fields; and September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1763 (4) calls upon the President to utilize all Tyne and Heather, and are expecting a baby The bill will also enable Federal courts to available and appropriate means on behalf of early next month. ensure that those charged with environmental the United States to support the implemen- Mr. Speaker, we know our colleagues will crimes do not shield or dispose of assets tation of the provisions of the ‘‘Treaty of Understanding, Cooperation and good Neigh- join us in saluting the commitment that Mr. needed to pay for restitution. borliness between Romania and the Republic Vance has made to helping our community. In my home State of Rhode Island, the U.S. of Hungary’’ and to promote their efforts for He is, indeed, well-deserving of this distin- attorney, the EPA, the State attorney general, regional cooperation as the best means of guished award. and the State Department of Environmental bringing these two countries into NATO and f Management have formed a taskforce to tar- to ensure lasting security in the region. get and prioritize environmental enforcement f ENVIRONMENTAL CRIMES AND issues. This taskforce is accompanied by a ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 1996 citizen's advisory group that suggests priorities IN HONOR OF CHARLES F. VANCE for enforcement. In a State like Rhode Island, HON. JACK REED where tourism and economic growth depend HON. THOMAS M. DAVIS OF RHODE ISLAND upon a clean and healthy environment, this OF VIRGINIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES type of cooperation is essential. The Environ- HON. FRANK R. WOLF Thursday, September 26, 1996 mental Crimes and Enforcement Act will en- OF VIRGINIA hance such partnerships between Federal law Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to in- enforcement and State, local, and tribal gov- HON. JAMES P. MORAN troduce, along with my colleagues Mr. SCHU- ernments. OF VIRGINIA MER of New York, Mr. PALLONE of New Jersey, As Attorney General Janet Reno said when IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Mr. MILLER of California, President Clin- announcing this proposal, ``The American peo- Thursday, September 26, 1996 ton's Environmental Crimes and Enforcement ple want, and have a right to expect, strong Mr. DAVIS. Mr. Speaker, it gives us great Act of 1996. environmental protection. This bill will provide Our Nation's environmental quality is among pleasure to rise and pay tribute to Mr. Charles us with better tools'' to achieve those goals. the best in the world, in part thanks to laws F. Vance, who is this year's recipient of the f like the Safe Drinking Water Act and the Northern Virginia Community Foundations's Clean Air Act that we have passed here in TRIBUTE TO ALFREDA H. ABBOTT [NVCF] Founders Award. Mr. Vance is being Congress. Over the last 25 years, these laws honored for his dedicated service to the North- have worked to make our air cleaner, our ern Virginia community. HON. RONALD V. DELLUMS The Northern Virginia Community Founda- water safe to drink, our lakes and rivers safe OF CALIFORNIA tion is a nonprofit public charity which provides to swim in. But these laws are only pieces of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES donors with a flexible and efficient vehicle for paper. Effective enforcement of these laws is Thursday, September 26, 1996 charitable giving to benefit the arts, community needed to protect public health and environ- Mr. DELLUMS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to improvement, education, health, and youth mental quality. pay tribute to Ms. Alfreda H. Abbott and her programs. The Founders Award is NVCF's The Environmental Crimes and Enforcement 25 years of dedicated and committed service most prestigious award and is presented an- Act will provide new tools to investigate and to our community. A native of Oakland, CA, nually to an individual who has a record of prosecute environmental crimes. Ms. Abbott earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree For example, the bill adds an attempt provi- outstanding community service and dedication in Social Welfare from the University of Cali- sion to environmental statutes so that environ- to the improvement of Northern Virginia. fornia, Berkeley. Ms. Abbott has also been a mental crimes can be prosecuted even when This year's recipient, Mr. Charles F. Vance, recipient of many awards including the Allen law enforcement agents come upon and stop is the chairman and CEO of Vance Inter- Temple Baptist Church Outstanding Leader- a crime in progress. Under current law, if national, Inc., a firm he founded in 1984. ship Award, the Zeta Phi Beta Award, Ella Hill agents conducting surveillance of a hazardous Vance International provides the private sector Hutch Political Action Award, Oakland waste transporter stop the transporter from il- a full line of security services, including execu- Consumer Council Award, BWOPA Leader- legally dumping the hazardous waste, the per- tive protection, uniformed services, investiga- ship Award and the East Oakland Democratic petrator cannot be prosecuted for illegal tions, tactical response teams, training of se- Club Democrat of the Year Award. curity personnel, technical surveys, and con- dumping because no crime has occurred. Only Ms. Abbott played a very active role in the sulting. if the agents were to allow the dumpers to 1950's as an advocate for the Oakland Pov- Prior to entering the private security field, complete their crime, and possibly cause dam- erty Program and was an original member of Mr. Vance served for 14 years as a special age to the environment and risk to public the Oakland Black Caucus. Prior to 1972, Ms. agent and supervisor in the U.S. Secret Serv- health, could the perpetrators be prosecuted. Abbott served as a Deputy Probation Officer ice. During his tenure, Mr. Vance was as- With an attempt provision, illegal dumpers can for Alameda County, and as a Group Coun- signed on a permanent basis to President be stopped before causing environmental selor for the Social Services Bureau. Ms. Ab- Gerald R. Ford, and Vice Presidents Hubert damage and still be held responsible for their bott has also served as Vice Chair of the Oak- Humphrey and Spiro Agnew. He also pro- actions. Also, an attempt provision will allow land Planning Commission. She has been af- tected several foreign heads of state. Federal agents to use benign substitutes for filiated with many organizations such as, the A firm believer that businesses are an inte- hazardous wastes in undercover operations. Oakland Museum Association, the Bay Area gral part of their surrounding communities, Mr. The act would also extend the statute of lim- Urban League and Planned Parenthood. Vance serves on the Northern Virginia round- itations where the violator has concealed the Ms. Abbott is also a founder and former Po- table and is a member of the Fairfax County environmental crime. In one typical incident, a litical Action Chairperson and serves currently Chamber of Commerce. He is an active mem- waste hauler buried 55-gallon drums of toxic as the lst Vice President for BWOPA, state- ber of several business-to-community organi- waste in a vacant lot rather than disposing of wide. zations. He also has been a major supporter them properly. The concealed drums deterio- In 1985, Ms. Abbott was elected to the of more than 50 charitable organizations, such rated and leaked, causing environmental con- Board of Education, Oakland Unified School as Youth for Tomorrow, the American Heart tamination. Because the drums were not dis- District, and in 1990, was elected to serve as Association, the Close Up Foundations, Fight covered within the short statute of limitations, Board President. for Children, Special Olympics, United Cere- no criminal charges could be brought against Most recently, Ms. Abbott has served as the bral Palsy, America's Smithsonian, and the the hauler. This provision will ensure that pol- Administrative Aide for Senator Nicholas C. KFS Memorial Golf Classic. luters cannot escape justice by hiding their Petris, where she has rendered her outstand- For his exemplary business and community wrongdoing. ing services to the constituents of the 9th Sen- service, Mr. Vance has been awarded Arthur The bill would enhance penalties where a atorial District, and throughout the State of Anderson's 1995 and 1996 Fast Track Award criminal violation of environmental law causes California. for revenue growth and their 1996 Enterprise a death or serious injury. Police officers, fire Because of her dedication and compassion, Award for Best Business Practices. Mr. Vance fighters, and members of the public can suffer Ms. Abbott has been an invaluable part of the was also awarded Inc. Magazine's 1995 En- serious injury or death from toxic chemicals or community and is very deserving of the high- trepreneur of the Year Award. other hazardous materialsÐit is appropriate to est commendations and public appreciation. He and his wife, Cynthia Steele, live in make the punishment fit the crime in these It is with great honor that I pay tribute to an Northern Virginia. They have two daughters, cases. exemplary individual, who without fail has E1764 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 given of herself unselfishly to not only her dedication is reflected in the praise and friend- THE FRIENDS OF RAOUL community but to the State of California. I ex- ships she has throughout the community. Con- WALLENBERG FOUNDATION— tend my congratulations on her retirement, gratulations Elaine. We wish you a long and ANALYSIS AND ACTION AGAINST and hope that the future holds only good en- healthy retirement. OPPRESSION AND HUMAN deavors. f RIGHTS VIOLATIONS f TRIBUTE TO JUDGE EDMUND A. RUTGERS UNIVERSITY POLICE SARGUS, JR. HON. TOM LANTOS OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS HON. ROBERT W. NEY Friday, September 27, 1996 OF NEW JERSEY OF OHIO Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, in just a few IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES days we will mark the 15th anniversary of the Thursday, September 26, 1996 Friday, September 27, 1996 adoption by the Congress and the signature Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I invite my Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I commend the fol- by the President of legislation making Raoul colleagues to join me in honoring a group of lowing article to my colleagues: Wallenberg an honorary citizen of the United citizens that glorify the State of New Jersey. Whereas, Judge Edmund A. Sargus, Jr. will StatesÐthe second individual after Sir Win- On May 14th of this year the city of Camden be invested as a United States District Judge ston Churchill to be so honored by the Con- held its' Police Awards Banquet. The event in the Southern District of Ohio; and, gress and the American people. Whereas, The Honorable Edmund Sargus As my colleagues know, Raoul Wallenbrg is recognized citizens and police officers that has shown exemplary dedication to justice went beyond the call of duty in their particular the Holocaust hero who saved the lives of as and the practice of law; and, many as 100,000 people in Hungary during areas of service. I would like to highlight the Whereas, Judge Sargus has honorably officers of the Rutgers University Police De- served the City of Bellaire and the State of 1944. His extraordinary achievement has been partment who protect our communities and Ohio as a Law Director, United States Attor- rightfully and appropriately honored around the place our lives before their own. Their dedica- ney and special Council to the Ohio Attorney world. Mr. Speaker, among the unique and impor- tion and service to the people enables us to General; and, tant ways the memory of Raoul Wallenberg is live in safety. Moreover, their example serves Be it resolved, the residents of Belmont County, with a real sense of pleasure and honored, perpetuated, and memorialized is as a model for all citizens. pride, join me in commending The Honorable through the establishment of the Friends of The following Rutgers University Police Edmund A. Sargus, Jr. for his hard work and Raoul Wallenberg, a nonprofit foundation or- should be recognized for their meritorious commitment to justice and to the law. ganized in Washington, DC. In a statement service: Capt. Guy Still, Lt. Edmund Johnson, f explaining the purposes which motivated the Sgt. Michael Amorim, Sgt. Louis Capelli, Offi- creation of this foundation, the organizers cer John Denmark, Officer William Singleton, IN HONOR OF MR. ALBIN GRUHN said: ``The experience of this heroic individual Officer Lynn Vrooman, Officer Tracy McGriff, CENTRAL LABOR COUNCIL’S ‘‘LABOR LEADER OF THE YEAR’’ demonstrates that violations of human rights Officer William Princiotta. are neither singular nor isolated, and that ef- The following officers were killed in the line fective resistance in one such situation may of duty: Officer George F. Jefferis 1951, Ser- HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY not pertain to another. The Friends of Raoul geant Carmin Fuscellaro 1961, Officer George OF CALIFORNIA Wallenberg concerns itself with the compara- Schultz 1969, Officer Charles Sutman 1969, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tive analysis of the many forms of resistance Officer Rand Chandler 1969, Officer Elwood Friday, September 27, 1996 and oppression and with the direct application Ridge 1973, Officer Stuart Roberts 1975. of the resultant knowledge to current situations Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I f in which the full exercise of human rights is rise before my colleagues today in order to curtailed or endangered.'' MILFORD TOWNSHIP CLERK 24 pay tribute to an important individual from YEARS OF SERVICE Mr. Speaker, currently the Friends of Raoul California's Central Valley, Mr. Albin Gruhn. Wallenberg Foundation is pursuing a two-part Mr. Gruhn is being honored during a special project. The first calls for the establishment of HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG ceremony in Bakersfield next week as the a network of individuals who are qualified and OF MICHIGAN Central Labor Council's ``Labor Leader of the willing to promote the cause of human rights IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Year.'' through active, peaceful engagement. The As the 27th recipient of this prestigious Friday, September 27, 1996 second is the convocation of a major sympo- award, Mr. Gruhn has joined a legacy of key sium entitled ``Beyond Lamentation: Options in Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise leaders in the central valley's labor commu- Preventing Genocidal Violence.'' today to honor my friend Elaine Skarritt who nity. With one look at his remarkable record, The purpose of the symposium is to identify will retire after 24 years of dedicated service it's not difficult to determine why he is so de- successful techniques and strategies for pre- to Milford Township, MI. A devoted servant serving of this honor. venting and mitigating violence. An important and loyal friend to all residents in Milford For more than six decades, Mr. Gruhn has source of these techniques is ``The Roots of Township, Elaine has a distinguished career faithfully devoted himself to organizing suc- Evil,'' an outstanding book by Professor Ervin and reputation throughout the State. She was cessful worker unity campaigns. In July of this Staub, a psychologist whose family was res- the charter president of the Michigan Associa- year, he retired from 36 years of service as cued from Budapest by Wallenberg himself. tion of Clerks and also served as a past presi- president of the California Labor Federation, StaubÐwho has spent his professional life dent of the Michigan Townships Association. AFL±CIO. While this position was perhaps his studying conflict from the point of view of the Elaine is so popular in the community, she best known, Mr. Gruhn has also given his tal- victim, the perpetrator, and witnessesÐargues was selected by the Huron Valley Chamber of ents to the labor community in other capac- that passive bystanding promotes the spread Commerce as Citizen of the Year in 1982, as ities. of violence, whereas protest impedes it. well as being named a Distinguished Graduate Mr. Gruhn served as executive board mem- This conference will take place in Stockholm of Milford High School in 1990. The recogni- ber of Northern California District Council of on June 13±16, 1997. The conference will pro- tion she has received from the community is Laborers for nearly 50 years, in addition to vide an opportunity for agencies and organiza- a testament to her standing in the community. being appointed by State and Federal officials tions with similar concerns to establish con- It also shows how much Elaine will be missed. to several commissions and advisory commit- nections, and the ideas of Professor Staub will Since 1972, Elaine has run every election in tees. be examined in some detail. Targets will be Milford Township with a fair and even hand. Mr. Gruhn, who triumphed as a potent force identified for a his new army of ``young Raoul She also achieved accreditation by the Inter- in the labor community more than 60 years Wallenbergs'' who will learn how, when, and national Institute of Municipal Clerks, the high- after being blacklisted for union activities, is a where to exert the great potential force of be- est professional accomplishment for a munici- natural choice for this award. I applaud Mr. coming ``active bystanders.'' pal clerk. She is only the 54th clerk worldwide Gruhn for his commitment and perseverance, Case studies that will be considered in de- to receive such an honor. and I hope that his enthusiasm for protecting tail are South Africa, where bystanders from Elaine Skarritt is a model citizen, community workers' rights will live on within the valley's many nations had a clear impact; the Scan- leader, and public servant. Her hard work and labor community. dinavian reactions to the Nazi Holocaust, September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1765 which evidenced degrees of activity/passivity; out what is safe. A seat that works well in one to utilize the joint private/public partnership for the current problems between Israel and the car may not work well in another. Con- travel and tourism policy making; develop a Palestinians; and the case of Bosnia, where sequently, too many children riding in child re- national travel and tourism strategy for in- healing clearly is a critical need. Several im- straint seats are at risk. creasing travel and tourism to and within the portant international leaders have agreed to I have been working on initiatives to edu- United States; advise the President, Congress, participate in this conference, including the cate families across the country about the and the travel and tourism industry on strate- Dalai Lama, United Nations High Commis- safety seat incompatibility problem. I have gies to improve tourism; and provide guidance sioner for Refugees Sadako Ogata, and Rich- been working with the National Highway to the National Tourism Organization. Transportation Safety Administration [NHTSA] ard Holbrooke, the former United States As- The National Tourism Organization will be sistant Secretary of State, who negotiated the in getting the word out about the proper instal- the successor to the now disposed United Dayton Peace Agreements on Bosnia. In addi- lation of safety seats to parents, grandparents, States Travel and Tourism Administration. The tion to these individuals, journalists, scholars, and anyone who transports a young child. NTO would be established by Federal charter and interested individuals with experience and One of my goals is to provide NHTSA with as a not-for-profit organization. The board of background in these issues will also partici- enough money to fully carry out its child pas- directors for the NTO will be comprised of 45 pate. senger safety program. travel and tourism industry leaders appointed The Friends of Raoul Wallenberg Founda- I also have been working with the D.A.N.A. by the President and accountable to the NTB. tion does not aim to compete with existing [Drivers' Appeal for National Awareness] foun- human rights and humanitarian organizations. dation and its founder, Mr. Joseph Colella. The NTO's mission will focus on increasing It seeks to identify and explore the active D.A.N.A. was established in memory of Dana the U.S. share of the global tourism market; steps that can be taken beyond the perpetua- Hutchinson, age 3, who died in an automobile operating travel and tourism promotion pro- tion of grief and the documentation of abuses. accident while secured in a child safety seat. grams outside the United States in partnership It offers a force and a remedy. History has It was a rainy day in the fall of 1994 when with the travel and tourism industry; establish- thus far not shown us a way to eliminate Dana's mother strapped her into her child- ing a travel-tourism data bank which would group violence, but there are ways we can re- safety seat for a trip to her grandmother's collect international market data for distribution duce that violence, and we must examine pat- house. As always, Dana's father checked to to the U.S. travel and tourism industry; and terns and encourage constructive efforts. make sure that the seat was held tightly, sure promoting U.S. travel and tourism at inter- The Friends of Raoul Wallenberg is admin- that he was doing everything possible to keep national trade shows. istered by a board consisting of Wilton S. Dil- his little girl safe. Last year, travel and tourism contributed lon, long-time director of international studies Dana's mother was driving; the roads were nearly $430 billion to the U.S. economy. In my for the Smithsonian Institution; Stephen P. slick and slippery. Their car collided with a District of San Diego, CA, the tourism industry Goldman, foundation attorney and incorporator pick-up truck. Dana's car seat pitched forward is the second largest employer accounting for of Amnesty International, American Branch; and her head struck the dashboard. The po- one out of every eight jobs and adds $3.8 bil- Barry Jagoda, an investigative journalist and lice report stated an opinion that her child lion to the local economy. head of communications in the Carter White safety restraint was improperly secured. I would like to thank the gentleman from House; and Robert Walker, historian of social Dana's father, looking for an answer, called Wisconsin [Mr. ROTH] for his work on this change, professor and first director of edu- his local dealership and was told that every- issue. It is through his leadership as chairman cational and public programs of the National thing he did was correct. Then he looked in of the Travel and Tourism Caucus that we are Endowment for the Humanities. his owner's manual. After pages of information here today moving America's travel and tour- Mr. Speaker, the Congress of the United he found the answer: the seatbelt system in ism industry forward into the 21st century. States relies for its effectiveness on educated, their car was incompatable with their child- concerned, and active voters. Similarly, safety safety seat. f and liberty within the community of nations de- Joe Colella is Dana's uncle, and it is pends on educated and concerned activists through his tireless work and the establish- TRIBUTE TO DR. LYUSHUN SHEN, capable of turning passive bystanding into ac- ment of the D.A.N.A. foundation that efforts DIRECTOR OF CONGRESSIONAL tive involvement. No action could more fittingly are being made to alert the public about the AFFAIRS, TAIWAN MISSION perpetuate and symbolize the honored legacy compatibility and misuse problems that exist of Raoul Wallenberg. between child restraints and vehicle seat belt f systems. I am pleased to introduce the Child Pas- HON. JOE SCARBOROUGH INTRODUCTION OF THE CHILD senger Protection Act, which I call Dana's bill, OF FLORIDA PASSENGER PROTECTION ACT and I am committed to continue working with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Joe Colella and with NHTSA to encourage HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA parents to properly use child restraints to pro- Friday, September 27, 1996 OF MARYLAND tect our Nation's children. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Mr. SCARBOROUGH. Mr. Speaker, earlier today I paid tribute to the brave people of the Friday, September 27, 1996 UNITED STATES NATIONAL TOUR- Republic of China on Taiwan. I should now Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, today I am in- ISM ORGANIZATION ACT OF 1996 like to single out for particular mention one cit- troducing the Child Passenger Protection Act izen of that nation who has distinguished him- which would prevent injuries to children in HON. RANDY ‘‘DUKE’’ CUNNINGHAM self in its service. motor vehicles and ultimately save lives OF CALIFORNIA Dr. Lyushun Shen has served for the last 2 through improved child passenger education IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years as the Director of Congressional Affairs safety programs. This bill would provide grants for the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in to experienced child passenger safety organi- Friday, September 27, 1996 the United States. In that capacity, Dr. Shen zations to carry out effective child restraint Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, I strongly has proven to be a most able diplomat, mak- education programs. support the United States Travel and Tourism Recently, the National Transportation Safety Partnership Act (H.R. 2579). This important ing a substantive and important contribution to Board [NTSB] held a press conference during legislation will use the entrepreneurial spirit of the betterment of relations between Taipei and which they released figures relating to the use the private sector with the international reach Washington, DC. In the continuing effort to of child restraints. They discovered that a ma- of the Federal Government. This private/public bring amity and greater understanding be- jority of parents are not properly installing their partnership will improve the promotion of inter- tween the Republic of China on Taiwan and children's safety seat. With more than 50 dif- national travel and tourism to the United the United States, Dr. Shen has been a crucial ferent kinds of child restraint designs and nu- States. player. merous seat belt configurations, putting chil- H.R. 2579 establishes a National Tourism Dr. Shen is now leaving to return to Taipei dren in properly-used safety seats can be a Board to oversee and regulate the National for a promotion. I am sure I join all of my col- complex process. Tourism Organization. The NTB would be leagues who have worked with Dr. Shen in So many combinations of seats and car comprised of 36 members appointed by the wishing him Godspeed and best wishes in his models exist that parents cannot easily figure President and their mission will be responsible next assignment. E1766 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 SITUATION IN EAST TIMOR OF We admire the people of East Timor for SUPPORT FREEDOM OF INFORMA- INCREASING CONCERN their bravery, their suffering and their deter- TION—PERMIT RELEASE OF GOV- mination to preserve their culture against ERNMENT FILES ON NAZI WAR overwhelming odds, but we also feel the spe- CRIMINALS HON. NANCY PELOSI cial bond with them that comes from our OF CALIFORNIA shared Catholic faith. The Church of East IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Timor, led by Bishop Carlos Ximenes Belo, HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER Friday, September 27, 1996 S.D.B., has become a source of hope and en- OF NEW YORK couragement for all the people. It is instruc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, the situation in tive to note that, during the 400 years of Por- Friday, September 27, 1996 East Timor, which was invaded and occupied tuguese colonial rule, Catholics remained a by the Indonesian Government in 1975, has relatively small minority among the largely Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, it is a dis- been of increasing concern to Americans in animist population, whereas today over 90% grace that 50 years after the end of World recent years. Five years ago, on November of all East Timor is now Catholic. It is sure- War II and the tragedy of the Holocaust that 12, 1991, in full view of a British television ly a testament to the fidelity of that local U.S. intelligence files remain closed on Nazi journalist, Indonesian troops opened fire on church to the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to war criminals. the church’s commitment to the defense of thousands of predominantly young East Timor- The War Crimes Disclosure Act attempts to human rights and the dignity of every per- remedy this black out by improving the ese at a church cemetery. The Santa Cruz son. massacre became known throughout the world public's access to information. The bill ex- as a result of this shocking televised film. East Timor continues to pose a political pands the Freedom of Information Act and, Now, nearly 5 years later, the Timor situation challenge to the community of nations. It specifically, prevents Government agencies presents a set of conflicting interests and from concealing information about people who still cries out for a solution. rights not unlike other situations in the are on the Immigration and Naturalization One heroic figure in the midst of this grim world today. Some of these areas of conflict, tragedy is Bishop Carlos Felipe Ximenes Belo, as in South Africa, the Middle East, and Service ``Watch List'' for their wartime activi- the head of the Roman Catholic Church in Central America, have witnessed extraor- ties. East Timor. At the time of the Santa Cruz dinary breakthroughs in just the last years; Rather than take this opportunity to shed massacre, Bishop Belo helped hundreds of others, as in the Balkans and parts of Africa, light on the activities of those commiting war- young East Timorese avert a violent end. To remain apparently intractable. East Timor, time atrocities, the CIA is electing to protract this day, Bishop Belo continues to work tire- it seems to us, represents a far less thorny the information blackout. It has attempted to lessly to defend his people. Bishop Belo de- problem than many others; it is a problem stall this legislation, demanding repeated iter- serves our strong support for his efforts to de- that can and should be solved. ations in its development. It has attempted to fend human rights and to promote a just and The mechanism that is already in place, weaken the legislation, attenuating the lan- peaceful solution to the conflict in East Timor. namely the ministerial meetings between guage of legislation to reduce its potency. As we approach the fifth anniversary of the the governments of Indonesia and Portugal Why is the CIA thwarting this legislation? tragic Santa Cruz massacre, I hope the ad- under the auspices of the United Nations, is Only the CIA knows. Regardless of their ra- ministration will encourage the release of all the appropriate vehicle to advance the nego- tionale, they should reconsider their opposi- tiations. Ever since 1983, the U.N. Secretary East Timorese prisoners still being held in tion, recognizing the value of public trust en- General has been entrusted with the task of gendered by disclosure. Case in point, public connection with the Santa Cruz events. Such finding a settlement to the dispute. The re- a gesture of reconciliation would be in keeping cent meetings, held in Rome and New York outrage over CIA foreknowledge of the nefar- with the portion on Humanitarianism of Indo- last year and in Geneva this May, thus far ious wartime activities of Kurt Waldheim. Had nesia's state philosophy, the Panca Sila. It without participation of Timorese represent- the public access to information that this bill would also be in keeping with Bishop Belo's atives, appear not to be moved by a sense of would allow, the past of Kurt Waldheim may extraordinary work for peace and human urgency. It seems appropriate for the Sec- have been brought to the light of public de- rights. retary General to press for more vigorous ac- bate, rather than shrouded in the veiled se- The United States Catholic Conference, the tion to come from these meetings, and we crecy of intelligence files. public policy unit of the National Conference of urge him to do so. Recognizing the value of information to a Catholic Bishops, has long taken a strong in- The United States and Indonesia are very democratic public, the Soviet Union has begun terest in East Timor. In 1994, the Catholic important partners of one another. We recog- to open its Nazi era records. On this issue of Conference issued a statement of solidarity nize that our government has made a num- critical importance to a democratic nation, the with the East Timor Church. This statement is ber of useful overtures to Jakarta concern- United States is not a leader. Unfortunately, ing East Timor, for which we are grateful. we haven't even decided if we're followers. still relevant today. I request that the Bishops' We urge, however, that new initiatives be f statement be published in the RECORD and undertaken, to encourage both the resolu- urge my colleagues to read it. tion of the political crisis and full compli- HONORING DOM BADOLATO FOR STATEMENT ON EAST TIMOR ance on issues of human rights. HIS YEARS OF PUBLIC SERVICE (By Bishop Daniel P. Reilly, Chairman) We recognize that differing proposals for Small nations oppressed by larger neigh- resolving the region’s status may exist bors often draw sympathetic responses from among the people, some apparently favoring HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO the world community, but seldom has a pop- annexation, others full independence, and OF CONNECTICUT ulation as small, and as distant from us, as the rest calling for a process that would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES East Timor held our attention as that tiny eventually lead to a referendum determining Friday, September 27, 1996 community continues to do. A population of the relationship. Prior to any political reso- some 650,000 Timorese has, for almost twenty lution, however, all can agree that there Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, years, lived under the control, and the abu- must be an end to the kind of political and November 19, 1996 the Connecticut State sive, harsh and often violent treatment, of even religious persecution and violation of AFL±CIO will hold a tribute dinner to honor their Indonesian military overseers. human rights that continue to plague that Dominic J. Badolato. Dom is executive vice These people have survived the brutal in- tortured community. president of the Connecticut State AFL±CIO vasion of December 7, 1975 and the subse- quent policies which have been described by A year ago, Pope John Pall II expressed to and president of AFSCME 1303. I have known serious observers as nearly genocidal. More the Indonesian foreign minister his wish that Dom for a number of years and it gives me than 100,000 people—some estimates are new talks on the future of East Timor might great pleasure to acknowledge his years of much higher—perished in the early years as promote ‘‘the well-being of that people in re- leadership and service to the public in his ca- a direct result of Indonesian military rule. spect of their rights and cultural and reli- pacities on both the State and local level. The massacre of unarmed and non-violent gious traditions.’’ We invite our Catholic I'm not sure where to begin when honoring demonstrators at the Santa Cruz cemetery people to pray for the well-being of our Dom, he has contributed so much to the State Timorese brothers and sisters, that they on November 12, 1991, captured in horrifying and people of Connecticut. Dom began his ca- detail on film by a foreign filmmaker, is now may continue to grow in their rich cultural etched in the consciousness of many. Repres- and religious traditions, free of outside pres- reer in the Connecticut General Assembly in sive policies and actions directed especially sures and coercion. And we express our fra- 1954. He served as a State Representative for against the young people of East Timor, and ternal solidarity with Bishop Belo and all 22 years, representing his constituent's inter- often against the Catholic church there, are the church of Dili, asking God’s blessing on ests on a number of important issues like, fair a continuing reality. their ministry to the people of East Timor. labor laws and education. Indeed, Dom's most September 27, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1767 important and lasting legacy in the general as- 2,182 of which are located in Indiana Dunes over as president of the club. Under Savel's sembly is his commitment to passing labor State Park and managed by the Indiana De- leadership the organization's number has legislation. Dom worked on the passage of partment of Natural Resources. grown to an incredible 5,016 members today. legislation which assured that Connecticut's In 1966, Charlotte joined the fight after Con- However, the success of Mosquito Creek is minimum wage is always higher than the Fed- gress agreed to authorize the IDNL. She truly measured in their accomplishments thus eral minimum wage requirement. This per- served as one of the very first park rangers far. mitted Connecticut public employees to be and later became the Save the Dunes Coun- Clearfield County and the surrounding area covered for the first time, and also provided cil's first paid staffer. Since that time, Charlotte is a better place to live because of President them coverage under the Connecticut Fair served as the Council's executive director Savel's and Mosquito Creek's efforts. For 20 Labor Standards Act. Dom worked to pass from 1974 to 1992, and she currently serves years, Ray Savel has organized massive legislation which eliminated the waiting period as its assistant executive director. cleanups, annual rallies for support and edu- for qualifying for unemployment compensation Over the years, Herb and Charlotte have cation of the surrounding area, letter writing benefits, expanded the number of people cov- been actively involved in several other envi- campaigns, and newsletters. Also they per- ered by the law and included public employ- ronmental organizations. In the late 1950's, form activities such as stocking lakes and ees under the law for the first time, as well as Herb founded the Porter County Chapter of steams, fishing derbies, hunting events and employees of nonprofit institutions. His legisla- the Izaak Walton League, which is one of the safety, and just about every other outdoor tion established a benefit level at 60 percent region's strongest voices for environmental ac- sports activity. of taxable wages earned and expanded the tion. Charlotte is confounder of the Hoosier Perhaps one of the greatest accomplish- number of unemployment compensation of- Environmental Council. ments by Mosquito Creek and President Savel fices. Charlotte is a recipient of the Indiana De- has been their tireless efforts to save and pre- Dom has been an untiring advocate of pub- partment of Environmental Management's serve one of Pennsylvania's most pristine lic employees. His efforts and leadership won [IDEM] Environmental Impact Award. She was wildlife areas, the Quehanna Wild Area. public employees the right to collective bar- chosen for this honor as a result of her advo- Thanks to Ray and Mosquito Creek, the wild gaining. He also saw to the enactment of the cacy on behalf of environmental protection is- area has been preserved and nearly restored Connecticut Municipal Employees Relations sues during IDEM's formative years. Herb and to its original State. Act, the State Employees Relations Act, and Charlotte have both been recognized by sev- Mr. Speaker, I will close by once again the Teachers Collective Bargaining Act. In ad- eral organizations for their joint efforts to pre- thanking Ray Savel for his outstanding service dition to being a champion for public employ- serve our natural treasures. Awards bestowed to the area in which he lives. President Savel ees in the general assembly, Dom has been upon them include the 1990 Gold Cup Award is a true community leader and his continuous a leader of the AFSCME Connecticut Council from the Hoosier Environmental Council, the efforts are a testament to his firm commitment 4. Dom became a staff representative for 1991 Gold Cup Award from the Hoosier Sierra to the sportsmen of Pennsylvania. AFSCME in 1961 and, in 1968, was elected to Club, and two industry-sponsored awards. f As a result of the Reeds' work, a State and the post of executive director, a position he THE ANIMAL WELFARE ACT national park will forever protect 15,000 acres still holds. What is clear is that the issues that AMENDMENTS OF 1996 affect public employees have remained central of Indiana's dunes, home to giant sand dunes, to Dom's work and life. river forests, prairie lands, and bogs. The na- I am proud to join Dom's friends, family and tional lakeshore contains 1,400 plant spe- HON. STEVE GUNDERSON colleagues as they honor his extraordinary ciesÐonly four national parks contain more OF WISCONSIN commitment to the workers of the State of plant diversity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Connecticut. He has truly embodied the spirit f Friday, September 27, 1996 of what it means to be a public servant and I TRIBUTE TO RAYMOND SAVEL Mr. GUNDERSON. Mr. Speaker, on August applaud his unparalleled dedication. 1, 1996, the House Livestock, Dairy and Poul- f try Subcommittee, which I chair, held a hear- HON. BUD SHUSTER ing on two different versions of the Pet Protec- TRIBUTE TO HERB AND OF PENNSYLVANIA CHARLOTTE REED tion ActÐH.R. 3393 introduced by the gen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tleman from Pennsylvania [Mr. FOX] and H.R. HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY Friday, September 27, 1996 3398 introduced by the gentleman from Flor- Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ida [Mr. CANADY]. OF INDIANA At that time, I asked USDA to provide me IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pay tribute to a hard-working Pennsylvanian who has endlessly devoted his time and en- with draft legislation that would enhance and Friday, September 27, 1996 ergy to a noble cause. Raymond Savel has expedite their enforcement of the Animal Wel- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, one of the been president for 20 years of the Mosquito fare Act. Today I am introducing the language remarkable qualities of Indiana's First Con- Creek Sportsmen's Association located in I received from USDA in fulfillment of that re- gressional District is the harmony between its Frenchville, PA. The mission of this organiza- quest. I should note for the record that this lan- massive industries and its exquisite natural tion was described by a member, as well as guage was furnished by USDA without com- treasures. One of the northwest Indiana's jew- a Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission of- ment or endorsement. They have not indicated els is the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore ficial, as being, ``dedicated to conservation, whether they will support or oppose the same [IDNL] on the shores of Lake Michigan. Two sporting ethics, education, and accountability at some future date. outstanding individuals, who have dedicated of our natural heritage.'' While we do not have time remaining in the their lives to successfully preserving the beau- The Mosquito Creek Sportsmen's Associa- 104th Congress to move pet protection legisla- ty of northwest Indiana, are Herb and Char- tion began as a small club in 1946. The stage tion this year, I am introducing the Animal lotte Reed. Herb and Charlotte are two of a was set after World War II to look ahead for Welfare Act Amendments of 1996 today to select few people in the country to be named a brighter future after 4 years of sacrifice, preserve these proposed changes for future ``American Heros'' for their work to protect our struggle, and global mayhem. A town meeting Congresses and commend the attention of my national public lands. in Frenchville was called on May 26, 1946, colleagues to this legislation. Herb's direct involvement with the Indiana and 40 sportsmen from the area attended the f Dunes began in 1952, when he joined the first meeting to discuss setting up a club that Save the Dunes Council. Save the Dunes was would serve the area and pay tribute to their OUTSTANDING SERVICE TO formed to establish a dunes national park, as most esteemed and valued outdoor sports: COMMERCE TOWNSHIP well as to preserve the Indiana Dunes, which hunting, trapping, fishing, and other related were threatened by powerful political and eco- outdoor activities. A club charter was signed HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG nomic interests trying to industrialize all of In- by the new members and the organization OF MICHIGAN diana's Lake Michigan shoreline. As a result of was named after the premier trout stream in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the fine work of the Save the Dunes Council, the area at the time, Mosquito Creek. the 5,800-acres Indiana Dunes National Lake- By 1976, after 30 years of existence, the Friday, September 27, 1996 shore was established in 1966. Today, the club had grown to 650 members. In the year Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise park consists of approximately 15,000 acres, of our Nation's bicentennial, Ray Savel took today to honor my friend Robert H. Long who E1768 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 27, 1996 will retire next week after 29 years of dedi- leader in the greater business community of Mr. Speaker, Taiwan's continued independ- cated service to Commerce Township, MI. A Kern County. ence and security is crucial to the United lifelong resident of Commerce, public service The Hispanic chamber came from rather States economically, militarily, and politically. has come naturally to Bob, just as it did for his humble beginningsÐjust 15 members at- Economically, Taiwan is the sixth largest trad- father, a former township supervisor and State tended its first meeting in 1985Ðbut its found- ing partner of the United States, and Taiwan legislator. After being appointed as Commerce ers were not lacking in vision nor in persever- is one of the only nations in Asia that has suc- Township supervisor in 1967, he was elected ance. The Hispanic chamber now proudly cessfully reduced its trade deficit with our Na- in 1968 and began his distinguished career. boasts an impressive 250 members and is still tion every year for the past 10 yearsÐan ac- Bob has also served as a member of several growing strong. tion that has been taken with the active sup- boards and associations, including the Michi- I ask my colleagues to join me in saluting port of the Taipei government. gan Townships Association and the Oakland the Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Com- Militarily, Taiwan's survival is important to County Board of Commissioners. merce for providing the Latino business com- For over a quarter of a century, Bob Long munity with such outstanding leadership. I maintain balance in the Pacific region, and its has been a model supervisor. He has bal- hope that Kern County residents will continue continued military strength is an important ele- anced the budget with one of the lowest tax to support vigorously the members and busi- ment in contributing to the reduction of ten- rates in the area, still managing to implement nesses of this well-respected organization. sions throughout the region. Politically, Taiwan impressive improvements in the roads, sew- f represents one of the finest examples in the ers, drainage, and other infrastructure world of the success of efforts to foster de- UNITED STATES FRIENDSHIP WITH projects. mocracy and freedom and respect for human In the years of development and growth, TAIWAN—THE NATIONAL DAY OF and civil rights. Taiwan began as a country Bob Long has met the challenges of the times THE REPUBLIC ON CHINA ON desperately in need of American assistance with professionalism and compassion. He has TAIWAN for food, infrastructure, and military assistance. maintained Commerce Township's environ- Now Taiwan is an example of incredible suc- ment by securing the preservation of vulner- HON. TOM LANTOS cessÐTaiwan now is an important source of able wetlands areas and acquiring a 500-acre OF CALIFORNIA assistance to other emerging democracies. natural park with 15,000 newly planted trees. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Simply put, it is in the United State's interest Bob led the fight to prevent annexation of sec- Friday, September 27, 1996 to help maintain the independence and integ- tions of Commerce to neighboring cities. And Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, since we all ex- rity of the democratic Republic of China on he was instrumental in bringing a senior cen- pect that the Congress will adjourn within the Taiwan. ter and full-service hospital to the Lakes area. next few days, I want to take this opportunity Mr. Speaker, I would also like to take this Bob Long is a model citizen and public serv- to extend my congratulations to the Republic occasion to welcome the new Representative ant. His hard work and dedication are re- of China on Taiwan just a few days early. The of Taiwan in the United States, Dr. Jason Hu. flected not only in the books, but the beauty national holiday is celebrated on October 10. of Commerce Township. Congratulations, Bob. Dr. Hu previously served as the head of the October 10 of this year marks the 85th anni- Government Information Office in Taipei and We wish you a long and healthy retirement. versary of the Chinese revolution of 1911 and f was a principal advisor to President Lee Teng- the formation of the Republic of China. hui. His presence here is a clear signal that IN HONOR OF THE KERN COUNTY Mr. Speaker, this past year was an impor- the Government of Taiwan greatly values a HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COM- tant but a difficult one for the people of Taiwan continuing, strong relationship between our MERCE and the Government of Taiwan. The people of two countries. I would also like to note that Taiwan faced a severe test when the Govern- two of Taiwan's best diplomats are leaving po- HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY ment went forward with open and democratic sitions here in Washington to take new senior presidential elections while the People's Re- OF CALIFONRIA positions in the Foreign Ministry in TaipeiÐDr. public of China launched missiles less than 50 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lyushen Shen and Mr. James Huang. Both of miles off the coast of Taiwan in an effort to in- these senior have served their country well Friday, September 27, 1996 timidate the voters and the Government. here in Washington and those of us who have Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I Despite the Beijing government's attempts had the opportunity to work with them will rise before my colleagues today in order to to bully and intimidate the voters of Taiwan, miss their knowledge, skill, and commitment. pay tribute to an organization that is known in the Taiwanese electorate ignored the threat of California's central valley for its wonderful en- military attack and participated in that election I invite my colleagues to join me in con- trepreneurial spirit. This organization is the in overwhelming numbers. More than two- gratulating the people of the Republic of China Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. thirds of the eligible voters went to the polls. on Taiwan on the occasion of the National More than a decade after its inception, the President Lee Teng-Hui won 54 percent of the Day this October 10. May the friendship and Kern County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce vote in a four-way race and became the first strong relations that have bound our two coun- has diligently served owners of minority busi- popularly elected President in the history of tries for many generations continue for many, nesses and has proven its effectiveness as a the Republic of China. many more.