E310 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 12, 2020 Dr. Evans’ work is a testament to his pas- training programs throughout the Common- That is why a woman was selected as the sion for science and creating services that wealth. In 2011, he was awarded the title of Democratic party’s nominee for President of help people. He was decorated with honors instructor emeritus from the academy. the United States; she served as the Nation’s and awards including a Distinguished Eagle In addition to his volunteer fire service and first lady, senator from New York, and proudly Scout Award, the Distinguished Hoosier and full-time employment in emergency manage- served as Secretary of State. he received the Sagamore of the Wabash ment, he also worked part time at the Pocono That is why we continue to reshape and Award from the Indiana Governor. Dr. Evans Raceway, starting in 1985 as a pit road fire- rethink the role of women in society. was also honored as the SBA Small man and eventually becoming fire chief at the It has been a momentous year for women Businessperson of the Year in 2006 and was facility. Kevin served as a NASCAR Advanced as we thrive in the 21st century. the 2008 Ernst & Young Midwest Entrepreneur Training Program instructor and became a We are no longer hidden figures behind a of the Year. Marian University honored Dr. member of the NASCAR Safety Standards man, held back by ambition, or forced to take on stereotypic roles of women. Evans through the naming of the Michael A. and Training Committee. In 2013, the However, we are still far from reaching the NASCAR Track Services Division recognized Evans Center for Health Sciences building. equality envisioned in our Constitution. Dr. Evans was the father of six children, Mi- Kevin for his dedication to the sport, and its The scales of justice held by Lady Liberty chael, Cara, Justin, Andrew, Katherine and safety, by awarding him the NASCAR Excel- are not yet balanced, and it is incumbent upon Samantha. He enjoyed spending time with his lence in Track Services Award. all women to continue our fight for equal rights children, working out and reading books on It is an honor to join the Greater Pittston under law and in the eyes of society. history, business and people who have made Friendly Sons of St. Patrick as they recognize One in 3 women worldwide are victims of a difference in the world. Kevin J. O’Brien Sr. as Man of the Year. He physical or sexual violence. Mike will be forever missed by his family, has had a successful career in service to his More than 200 million women and girls alive friends, colleagues, and the entire community. community, and I wish him all the best on this today have experienced Female Genital Muti- On behalf of Indiana’s Fifth Congressional Dis- St. Patrick’s Day. lation (FGM). trict, I extend my deepest condolences to f Complications from pregnancy and childbirth Mike’s family. Today I join the community and is the number one killer among girls ages 15 the entire family in mourning the loss of Dr. IN RECOGNITION OF to 19 in the developing world. Michael A. Evans who made a difference in INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY Despite women working longer hours than the world. men when both paid and unpaid work is taken f HON. into consideration, women still earn an aver- OF TEXAS age of 24 percent less than men do world- IN RECOGNITION OF KEVIN J. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wide. O’BRIEN, SR., RECIPIENT OF THE Women spend one to three hours more on GREATER PITTSTON FRIENDLY Thursday, March 12, 2020 housework than men, two to ten times the SONS’ MAN OF THE YEAR Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, I rise amount of time caring for children and the el- AWARD in strong support to commemorate the 43rd derly, and one to four hours less per day on anniversary of International Women’s Day. economic market activities. HON. On March 8, International Women’s Day, we An estimated 63 million young girls world- take the time to commemorate the incom- wide are out of school. OF PENNSYLVANIA Millions of women are still denied funda- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parable contributions that women and girls all around the world have created in order to bet- mental rights, but we look to the promise of Thursday, March 12, 2020 ter our communities. our past and know that our future is bright. Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Madam Speaker, I rise I am honored to be able to commemorate We will usher in a new era of growth for our economies, security for our families, and today to recognize Kevin J. O’Brien Sr. who this momentous day with so many other strength for our countries. women that have devoted their lives to making will be named Man of the Year by the Greater Let us build on the successes of our history, Pittston Friendly Sons of St. Patrick. He will be a change in our society. protect the rights we have won, and continue honored at the group’s 106th annual gathering We commemorate women’s enduring to march towards a new dawn for women and on Tuesday, March 17, 2020. achievements for our world and rededicate girls around the world. Born and raised in Avoca, Pennsylvania, ourselves to delivering education and oppor- Our commitment to the empowerment of Kevin is the son of the late Michael J. O’Brien, tunity to girls in every country. women and girls also calls us to rededicate a former Friendly Sons President, and Mary Our lives have changed because of influen- ourselves to fighting violence against women Moore O’Brien. He is a 1974 graduate of tial figures from Arabella Mansfield, America’s and girls in all spheres of life, from the class- Pittston Area High School, and he attended first female lawyer and philanthropist, Kath- room to the courtroom to the bedroom and ev- Luzerne County Community College, studying erine Johnson, mathematician, critical NASA erywhere in between. fire science technology. Kevin is the proud fa- employee and revolutionary force of her time, This year, as we prepare to commemorate ther of his son, Kevin Jr., and currently resides Oprah Winfrey, first black multi-billionaire, the centennial of the 19th Amendment, we in Duryea, Pennsylvania. American media executive and social take acknowledgement of this momentous Kevin was president of the Greater Pittston influencer, and our very own mothers who achievement that unleashed the power of Friendly Sons in 1989, the year that the orga- have raised and supported us. women to have a voice in our democracy, and nization celebrated its 75th anniversary. Under Women are beginning to leave their mark in in the process helped deliver transformative his leadership, the Friendly Sons Scholarship every industry from corporations, to music, to progress toward a more perfect union for all was established, and Kevin’s family was an sports, to education, to finances, to enter- Americans. original donor to the program. tainers, to the Armed Forces, and to politics. In recognition of the innumerable contribu- He began his career in public safety in The fight of women has always been fueled tions and continued leadership of America’s 1978, working as a radio operator/dispatcher and grounded in the belief in what is possible, women, we will never stop fighting to advance for the Luzerne County Civil Defense. During we have always built a future that we could the cause of freedom, equality and justice for his 27-year career, Kevin rose to the rank of see and believe in and fight for. all. deputy director of the Luzerne County Emer- That is why the United States currently has Today, and always, we reaffirm a vital truth gency Management Agency. During those the most diverse Congress in history, with that when women succeed, America suc- years, he oversaw the planning, training, and over one hundred female members whose vi- ceeds. response to all natural and manmade disas- sions and values continue the legacy of the f ters throughout Luzerne County. He concluded women that came before and paved the way NORTH RANGE EYE CARE, P.C. his 30 year-career with the county as a lead for those who follow. crash and rescue firefighter at the Wilkes That is why a young woman who saw an Barre/Scranton International Airport. existential crisis spoke up and sparked a revo- HON. ED PERLMUTTER OF Kevin has also dedicated his time to local lution to combat climate change on a global IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fire service. He has been a member of the scale. Avoca Volunteer Fire Department for the past That is why we will never stop advocating Thursday, March 12, 2020 45 years. Kevin also became a Pennsylvania for the Equal Rights Amendment and Equal Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise State Fire Academy instructor, conducting fire Pay. today to recognize and applaud North Range

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North Range Eye AS CONSTITUENT OF THE MONTH Ruth League, MMI Preparatory School, Penn Care, P.C. is a comprehensive eye care cen- State Hazleton, as well as the men’s league. ter founded by Dr. David Hite. The center of- HON. With his love and knowledge of baseball, Rob- fers adult and children’s eye exams, treatment OF CALIFORNIA ert also steps into the role of coach when the of eye emergencies and eye diseases, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES need arises. Robert has previously served on co-management of eye surgeries like LASIK. Thursday, March 12, 2020 the Board of the Freeland Little League. In ad- North Range Eye Care, P.C. first opened its dition to his commitment to the Board, he doors in 2013. As new patient demand in- Mr. LEVIN of California. Madam Speaker, in helped install the lights at the field and has creased, Dr. Hite saw the need to expand. celebration of Women’s History Month, it is my even cooked concession fare during games. The company built a new 6,000 square-foot honor to recognize Esther Sterling as my Robert’s love for, and commitment to, the building in 2019 with 2,970 square-feet for the March Constituent of the Month. Ms. Sterling, Freeland community extends beyond baseball. practice and the other half for leased business a Holocaust survivor from my district, spent He is currently also instrumental to the upkeep tenants. her childhood hiding from Nazis in Ukraine. and maintenance at the Freeland YMCA. Rob- I extend my deepest congratulations to the Forged from her experience during this dark ert assisted with the recent renovations of the North Range Eye Care team for this well-de- time in history, Ms. Sterling shares her story foyer and the basement at the YMCA, a served recognition from Commerce City. across my district with schools and community project where he contributed custom shelving f groups to help ensure that history will never and personally completed the refinishing of the repeat itself. front desk. A handyman at heart, he is known HONORING ADAM JOHN LATHAM Esther’s story is one of courage, fortitude, for always going above and beyond his as- and determination. After World War II broke signment. HON. out, Esther, her mother, father, and sister Freeland is rife with evidence of Robert’s OF MISSOURI were sent to the Ghetto of Sambor. When the handiwork and dedication to his beloved com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ghetto was terminated and residents were munity. He has additionally refinished display sent to an extermination camp, Esther’s family cases at MMI Preparatory School, the pipe Thursday, March 12, 2020 managed to escape with the help of their de- organ at St. John’s church, and the American Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Madam Speaker, voted nanny. Just outside their nanny’s apart- Legion’s flagpoles on Centre Street. I proudly pause to recognize Adam John ment, Esther’s father dug a hole beneath a It is an honor to join the Freeland Sons of Latham. Adam is a very special young man coal and wood shack. Most of the time they Erin in recognizing Robert Rogers as the 2020 who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- hid within shack, but if there were passersby, Citizen of the Year. He is a true community zenship and leadership by taking an active the family crouched within the hole, breathing servant, and all of Freeland has benefited part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop from air provided by a tube. from his unending generosity. I wish him all 1376, and earning the most prestigious award As the war progressed, the German gestapo the best this St. Patrick’s Day. of Eagle Scout. began to round people up for executions. f Adam has been very active with his troop, Searching for a new place to hide his family, participating in many scout activities. Over the Esther’s father was shot. Her mother was ORIBI MANUFACTURING many years Adam has been involved with stricken with grief after her father’s death, and scouting, he has not only earned numerous as an eight-year-old child, Esther took on the HON. ED PERLMUTTER merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- responsibility of convincing her mother and OF COLORADO ily, peers, and community. Most notably, younger sister to keep fighting for survival. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Adam has contributed to his community I launched a Constituent of the Month pro- Thursday, March 12, 2020 through his Eagle Scout project. Adam con- gram to recognize individuals who have gone structed three American flag retirement boxes above and beyond to make our region and our Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise and placed them in business across Liberty, country a stronger place for everyone to live today to recognize and applaud Oribi Manu- Missouri, on behalf of American Legion Post and thrive. Ms. Sterling’s perseverance and tri- facturing for receiving Commerce City’s Busi- 95. umph during a time of great danger and divide ness Appreciation 2020 Entrepreneurial Spirit Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join is not only inspiring, but encouraging. I am Award. me in commending Adam John Latham for his honored to recognize her as my Constituent of The Entrepreneurial Spirit Award recognizes accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of the Month and I thank her for everything she’s a company or entrepreneur that demonstrates America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- done to make our community a better place. a pioneering spirit and has seen success with ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. f anew start-up, new product development, or a f company/product with growth into new mar- IN RECOGNITION OF ROBERT ROG- kets. Oribi Manufacturing produces cost-effec- WELCOME BAKER ADDISON ERS, RECIPIENT OF THE FREE- tive, high-velocity high-performance composite MORRIS LAND SONS OF ERIN 2020 CIT- components appealing to industries looking for IZEN OF THE YEAR AWARD products that are thinner, stronger, lighter, and HON. JOE WILSON products created with continuous fiber. The OF SOUTH CAROLINA HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT company manufactures products like ballistic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF PENNSYLVANIA helmets, canoe paddles, backpack frames, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and props and bodies for drones for the U.S. Thursday, March 12, 2020 Military as well as the law enforcement, recre- Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Thursday, March 12, 2020 ation, sporting, and aerospace industries. Speaker, I am happy to congratulate Alex- Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Madam Speaker, I rise They also pride themselves on creating prod- ander Fancourt Morris and Rebekah Living- today to recognize Robert Rogers, who will be ucts made in the USA using American mate- ston Morris, of Gaston, South Carolina, on the named the 2020 Citizen of the Year by the rials. birth of their new baby boy, Baker Addison Freeland, Pennsylvania Sons of Erin. He will Oribi Manufacturing owns a 100,000 square- Morris. Baker was born at 4:48 a.m. on Tues- be honored on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at foot building at 5850 E 56th Ave. and built a day, March 10, 2020, at Lexington Medical their 85th annual St. Patrick’s Day celebration. new research and design facility with a new Center in West Columbia, South Carolina. He Robert’s community service in Freeland conference room this past year. Oribi Manu- weighed eight pounds and fifteen ounces and spans three decades, and includes significant facturing doubled its revenue over the last measures twenty-one inches long. involvement in local baseball. For the past ten three years, and in 2019, hired 20 full-time Congratulations to his grandparents Debra years, he has been the manager of the Free- employees with plans to hire an additional ten Morris of Columbia, and Major General (Ret) land Babe Ruth League. Steadfastly dedicated employees in 2020.

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