September 27, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1393 trusted to keep these refugees safe. I have Tristan has been very active with his troop, Gosselin III. Charles is a very special young traveled to Iraq several times. On my last trip, participating in many scout activities. Over the man who has exemplified the finest qualities I asked Iraqi Prime Minister Maliki to let me many years Tristan has been involved with of citizenship and leadership by taking an ac- visit Camp Ashraf. He refused. It seemed like scouting, he has not only earned numerous tive part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop he had something to hide. Mr. Speaker, there merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- 261, and earning the most prestigious award were 7 hostages taken on September 1. All ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Tris- of Eagle Scout. we know is that they are somewhere in Iraq tan has earned the rank of Brave in the Tribe Charles has been very active with his troop, still. If we don’t find these hostages soon, it is of Mic-O-Say and became a Brotherhood participating in many Scout activities. Over the almost certain that they will be killed in Iraq or Member of the Order of the Arrow. Tristan has many years Charles has been involved with taken to Iran and executed. Our government also contributed to his community through his scouting, he has not only earned numerous must do everything in its power to secure their Eagle Scout project. Tristan completed a merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- release. And that’s just the way it is. much needed landscaping project at St. The- ily, peers, and community. Most notably, f rese School in Kansas City, Missouri. Charles has earned the rank of Brave in the Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Tribe of Mic-O-Say and became a member of PERSONAL EXPLANATION commending Tristan Michael Ott for his ac- the Order of the Arrow. Charles has also con- complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- tributed to his community through his Eagle HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Scout project. Charles designed and con- OF CALIFORNIA highest distinction of Eagle Scout. structed a changeable billboard sign, along IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f with the accompanying landscaping, at Divine Friday, September 27, 2013 Mercy Park in Kansas City, Missouri. SOUTHEAST ARIZONA LAND EX- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speaker, on CHANGE AND CONSERVATION commending Charles M. Gosselin III, for his Wednesday, September 25, 2013, I missed ACT OF 2013 accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of the following votes: H.R. 1961—To amend title America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- 46, Code, to extend the exemp- SPEECH OF ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. tion from the fire-retardant materials construc- tion requirement for vessels operating within HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN f the Boundary Line. H. Res. 354—Providing for OF MARYLAND IN MEMORY OF THE HONORABLE the concurrence by the House in the Senate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES JACK E. HIGHTOWER amendment to H.R. 527, with an amendment. Thursday, September 26, 2013 Had I been present, I would have voted: ‘‘no’’ HON. MAC THORNBERRY on rollcall No. 484, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. 485. The House in Committee of the Whole House on the state of the Union had under OF f consideration the bill (H.R. 687) to facilitate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION the efficient extraction of mineral resources in southeast Arizona by authorizing and di- Friday, September 27, 2013 recting an exchange of Federal and non-Fed- Mr. THORNBERRY. Mr. Speaker, I rise HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. eral land, and for other purposes: today to inform the House that one of our OF MICHIGAN Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Chair, today’s legis- former colleagues, the Honorable Jack E. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lation proposes to give two of the world’s larg- Hightower, has passed away at the age of 86. Friday, September 27, 2013 est, foreign-owned mining companies—Rio Jack Hightower was the very definition of a Texas gentleman and leader, leading a life of Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I regret I Tinto and BHP Billiton—2,400 acres of the public service until his death. His life-long missed votes on September 27, 2013. Had I Tonto National Forest, which has been pro- dedication to serving his country began with been present, my intention was to vote ‘‘yes’’ tected since 1955, in exchange for land the military service during World War II, before on Senate Amendment to H.R. 1412—Improv- companies currently own. The companies be- going on to become a , a member of ing Job Opportunities for Veterans Act. Fur- lieve the Federal land contains significant cop- the Texas House, District Attorney, member of ther, I would have also voted ‘‘yes’’ on H.R. per ore deposits. the , U.S. Congressman, Assist- 3096 to designate a Federal Bureau of Inves- I am not opposed to responsible domestic ant Attorney General of Texas, and later, Jus- tigation building as the ‘‘Michael D. Resnick energy and mineral production as long as tice of the Texas Supreme Court. Terrorist Screening Center.’’ Americans get full value for the use of their re- A meeting in Detroit to address the eco- sources and environmentally sensitive areas He was born in Memphis, Texas, to Floy nomic situation of the City with senior White are protected. Today’s legislation does not and Walter Hightower on September 6, 1926. House officials, Housing and Urban Develop- meet either test. The bill includes a convoluted After graduating from Memphis High School, ment Secretary Shaun Donovan, Transpor- appraisal process that fails to take into ac- he enrolled in summer classes at Baylor Uni- tation Secretary Anthony Foxx, and Attorney count the copper deposit on the land and re- versity. However, that fall he joined the Navy General Eric Holder and others in the Michi- quires no future royalty payments for that re- and served two years during World War II. gan Congressional Delegation was the reason source. It does not require mitigation or even After being discharged, he returned to Baylor for my absence. Additionally, Governor Rick analysis of damaging effects on the local eco- where he received a Bachelor of Arts degree, Snyder, Mayor Dave Bing, and Emergency system, waiving environmental review and En- followed by a law degree. It was during this Manager Kevyn Orr were in attendance. I felt dangered Species Act protections. Finally, the time that he married his wife, Colleen Ward, of my participation vital to the interests of my bill does not guarantee preservation of tradi- Tulia, Texas. He joined the Storey, Storey and constituents. tional Native American sacred sites. Donaghey law firm in Vernon, Texas, and Ultimately, the bill gifts an environmentally soon thereafter, served in the Texas House of f sensitive and historically significant area to a Representatives from 1953–1955. He was ap- HONORING TRISTAN MICHAEL OTT foreign company without proper review or pointed District Attorney for the 46th Judicial compensation for the American taxpayer. I District, followed by a term in the Texas Sen- HON. SAM GRAVES urge a no vote. ate for the 23rd District. In 1966, he was elect- OF MISSOURI f ed to the new 30th Senatorial District and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eventually became President Pro-tempore of HONORING CHARLES M. GOSSELIN the Texas Senate. During his service as a Friday, September 27, 2013 III Texas State Senator, he received a Doctor of Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I Laws degree from Howard Payne University. proudly pause to recognize Tristan Michael HON. SAM GRAVES Mr. Hightower served the constituents of the Ott. Tristan is a very special young man who OF MISSOURI 13th Congressional District of Texas in the has exemplified the finest qualities of citizen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES U.S. House of Representatives from 1974 to ship and leadership by taking an active part in 1985. After Congress, he served as Assistant the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 261, and Friday, September 27, 2013 Attorney General of Texas. He was then elect- earning the most prestigious award of Eagle Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I ed to the Texas Supreme Court, where he Scout. proudly pause to recognize Charles M. stayed until 1996. In 1999, Mr. Hightower was

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Jack was an active Blue Star designated the loss of these individ- f member of the First Baptist Church, not only uals. This tradition recognized Soldiers for in Vernon, Texas, where he spent most of his their ultimate sacrifice to our country and the RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBUTORS life, but also in Austin, Texas, the latter part of Gold Star offered families an outward symbol TO THE UPDATED GUIDELINES his life. by which to honor the loss of a loved one. FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF Jack was a member for over fifty years and Our Gold Star Mothers serve as the ACUTE CERVICAL SPINE AND Past Master of Vernon Lodge #655, Vernon, strength and inspiration for this country. They SPINAL CORD INJURIES Texas. He also belonged to University Lodge are part of an exclusive group—one that no #1190, Austin, Texas, and the Texas Lodge of one ever hopes to belong. One can imagine Research. He served the Grand Lodge of that there is no pain more far-reaching or HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN Texas as District Deputy Grand Master, Grand deeper than losing a child. OF RHODE ISLAND Orator, member of the Masonic Jurisprudence While it’s not possible to ever find solace in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee, and was elected to serve as losing a child, our Gold Star Mothers find com- Grand Master of the Grand Lodge of Texas in fort in the women standing beside them. Their Friday, September 27, 2013 1972. hurt may be soothed by knowing the lives of Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, there are an Jack was also a Knight of the York Cross of their sons and daughters live on through them. estimated 12,000 spinal cord injuries every Honor, a member of the Red Cross of Con- Their children live not only in their hearts, but year in the United States. These injuries most stantine, and a Thirty Third Degree, Scottish in the heart of this Nation. often result in temporary or permanent loss of Mr. Speaker, I believe to serve one’s coun- Rite Mason, and served as the Sovereign sensation and paralysis, and they can forever try—particularly during times of war—is one of Grand Inspector General of Texas. Jack was change the lives of those who have been in- the most noble and selfless acts available to also a member of the Maskat Shrine, Wichita jured. However, thanks to the dedication of top man. I urge all of my colleagues to appreciate Falls, Texas, and served on the boards of the scientists and medical professionals across the services rendered to the United States by Scottish Rite Hospital in Dallas, Texas, and the country, we hold out hope for more effec- the mothers of America who have strength- the Scottish Rite Dormitory at the University of tive treatments, and one day, a possible cure. Texas, Austin, Texas, and the Scottish Rite ened and inspired our Nation throughout his- In recognition of September as Spinal Cord Education Association of Texas. tory. May we always honor the Gold Star Injury Awareness Month, we’d like to take this Jack is survived by his wife, Colleen, and Mothers of America for their courage and their time to acknowledge the leadership of several his three daughters, Ann Thornburg; Amy strength. neurosurgeons who worked diligently to review Brees; and Alison Suttle. f With more than 50 years of public service, and update the Guidelines for the Manage- Jack Hightower will always be remembered for IN RECOGNITION OF GENE RUDDY ment of Acute Cervical Spine and Spinal Cord his selfless devotion to the people of his State FOR RISKING HIS LIFE TO SAVE Injuries, published in the March 2013 edition and his country. Whether holding a position at THE LIVES OF OTHERS of Neurosurgery. This work describes the a local, state, or national level, he always put ‘‘state of the literature’’ with regard to the the interests and considerations of his country HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT treatment of patients with cervical spine and above all else—the living embodiment of a OF PENNSYLVANIA spinal cord injuries and is a useful guide to public servant. He will surely be missed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES help clinicians make important decisions in the care of their patients. f Friday, September 27, 2013 Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise The contributing members of this work in- HONORING OUR GOLD STAR clude Mark N. Hadley, Division of Neurological MOTHERS OF UTICA, NEW YORK today to honor Patrolman Gene Ruddy, whose heroic action saved the lives of at least eight Surgery, University of at Bir- mingham; Beverly C. Walters, Division of Neu- HON. RICHARD L. HANNA people in Dunmore, Pennsylvania on Satur- day, September 21, 2013. Patrolman Ruddy rological Surgery, University of Alabama at OF NEW YORK was on patrol just after 2:00 a.m. Saturday on Birmingham and Inova Health System in Falls IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chestnut Street when he smelled smoke near- Church, ; Bizhan Aarabi, Department Friday, September 27, 2013 by. He immediately searched the area near of Neurosurgery, University of Maryland; Mr. HANNA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Chestnut and Drinker Street and looked for Sanjay S. Dhall, Department of Neurosurgery, honor of this Nation’s Gold Star Mothers, es- the source. He saw smoke coming from 113 Emory University; Daniel E. Gelb, Department pecially those in New York State and in par- Chestnut Street, a building that housed five of Orthopaedics, University of Maryland; Mark ticular in New York’s 22nd Congressional Dis- apartments and a business. R. Harrigan, Division of Neurological Surgery, trict. As he approached the building, Patrolman University of Alabama at Birmingham; R. John It is fitting that we recognize the American Ruddy saw flames and he knew he needed to Hurlbert, Department of Clinical Neuro- Gold Star Mothers, whose sons and daughters act quickly. He called 911 and ran into the sciences, University of Calgary in Alberta, have died in defense of the ideals of individual building through a stairwell. Patrolman Ruddy Canada; Curtis J. Rozelle, Division of Neuro- liberty. On Sunday, September 29, 2013, our went to the second-floor apartment that ap- logical Surgery, University of Alabama at Bir- Utica chapter will host its Gold Star Mother’s peared to be the source of the growing blaze. mingham and Children’s Hospital of Alabama; Day at 2 p.m. at the CPT George A. Wood He yelled into the apartment, pounding on the Timothy C. Ryken, Iowa Spine and Brain Insti- Postal Facility at 100 Pitcher St. in Utica, New door, but no one responded. Undaunted, he tute, University of Iowa; Nicholas Theodore, York. ran up to the third floor to make certain the Division of Neurological Surgery, Barrow Neu- This day is made possible in large part due building was completely evacuated. Fortu- rological Institute. to the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter nately, he found a group of several young Mr. Speaker, the standardization and refine- 944, which annually honors our Gold Star adults who were completely unaware the ment of surgical techniques over the last dec- Mothers and families during this event com- building was on fire and guided the group to ade embodied in this work is a substantial ac- plete with Color Guards, a rifle salute, the safety. complishment. It is a testament to the experi- singing of our national anthem, and a wreath- Patrolman Ruddy ran to the neighboring ence and dedication of its contributors, and I, laying at Gold Star Mothers monument. apartment, breaking down the door and evac- along with Representatives TERRI A. SEWELL, Our Gold Star Mothers should be honored uating a family of three. Shortly thereafter, the ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS, JOHN LEWIS, BRUCE L. and offered respect and gratitude for their per- situation escalated and the building became BRALEY, and ED PASTOR, hope you will join us sonal sacrifice. Gold Star Mother’s Day is in- too dangerous to re-enter. Thankfully, by that in recognizing them for their impressive work. tended to honor women who deserve special time fire fighters had arrived on the scene. Due to their commitment, numerous lives are recognition and gratitude for their tremendous Patrolman Gene Ruddy is, in every sense of improved daily through the increased under- personal loss on behalf of our country. the word, a hero. Without a moment of hesi- standing and treatment of spinal cord injuries.

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