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A TRIBUTE TO PRINCE WILLIAM tour Vietnam Veteran and the longest serving research, I am incredibly disappointed that COUNTY SUPERVISOR JOHN D. county supervisor in Prince William County NBAF may now be delayed. The President re- JENKINS history, his career is one of service to country quested $36 million in 2010 for NBAF design and community. and construction. I have concerns that this in- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues vestment is inadequate for moving forward OF VIRGINIA join me in applauding Supervisor John D. Jen- with this security priority. But as the House today considers H.R. 2892, the FY 2010 De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES kins’ dedication to his community. As a public servant he embodies the values the Boy partment of Homeland Security Appropriations Thursday, June 25, 2009 Scouts hope to instill in their youth. He has Act, it appears that even the President’s re- Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- taught generations of Scouts the nobility of quested funding amount may not be provided. er, I rise today in honor of Prince William public service and the great potential that it Citing safety concerns with researching foot County Supervisor John D. Jenkins and the holds to help one’s fellow man. and mouth disease, FMD, on the mainland, years of service that he has selflessly devoted f the spending bill provides no funding for to his neighbors, constituents and friends. Su- NBAF. In addition, the bill requires yet another pervisor Jenkins was recently awarded the DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SE- FMD risk analysis. Occoquan District Good Scout Award by the CURITY APPROPRIATIONS ACT, As a Member of Congress who represents National Capital Area Council of the Boy 2010 a large agricultural district, I understand the importance of determining the risks associated Scouts of America. I cannot think of a more SPEECH OF appropriate recognition of John’s accomplish- with conducting FMD research, whether on an ments in public service than an award based HON. JERRY MORAN island or in the middle of the country. What we know is that studies by experts at DHS and on the credo, ‘‘You are put here to do some- OF KANSAS elsewhere say that FMD can be safely studied thing for your fellow man and to take an active IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the mainland, as it is done in other coun- part in your community and its issues.’’ Wednesday, June 24, 2009 tries like Canada, just across our northern bor- Supervisor Jenkins and his wife Ernestine The House in Committee of the Whole der. Modern biocontainment technology has moved to Prince William County in 1973 and House on the State of the Union had under eliminated the need for locating this work on immediately took a role in their neighborhood consideration the bill (H.R. 2892) making ap- an island, like we did decades ago. The same as the Forestdale representatives to the Dale propriations for the Department of Home- state-of-the-art research methods and facilities City Civic Association. Their three sons were land Security for the fiscal year ending Sep- allow the Centers for Disease Control and educated in the Prince William County Public tember 30, 2010, and for other purposes: Prevention to research dangerous human dis- School system and were Eagle Scouts in local Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Madam Chair, I eases in the city of Atlanta. While I understand Troop 1378. They have 14 grandchildren and come to the House of Representatives to en- the risk associated with the research of any two great grandchildren. courage my colleagues to support and fund an dangerous disease, it should not blind us to Supervisor Jenkins began his life in public urgent national security priority—the creation the risk of inaction. The bottom line is that if office in October of 1982 when he was ap- of the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility, we do not build NBAF and increase our ca- pointed to fill the vacant Neabsco District Su- also known as NBAF. pacity to combat diseases, our country will be pervisor’s seat. He has since been reelected From a rancher feeding his cattle this morn- less safe. to that position 6 times. He has served two ing in Washington, Kansas, to a family sitting The research that will be performed at terms as Vice Chairman of the Board of Coun- down for supper tonight here in Washington, NBAF is critical to secure America’s food sup- ty Supervisors, two terms as Chairman of the D.C., Americans need to know that the United ply and protect our agricultural industries from Northern Virginia Regional Commission, two States is prepared to handle an outbreak of animal disease outbreaks. A modern facility terms as the State President of the Virginia dangerous animal disease that could harm our that can respond to outbreaks is urgently Association of Planning District Commissions, country’s economy and our food supply. needed and must remain a top priority for the two terms as the State President of the Vir- Our nation’s current animal disease re- U.S. As the appropriations process moves for- ginia Association of Counties and two terms search center, located at Plum Island, New ward, I strongly encourage my colleagues in as the Chairman of the Virginia Railway Ex- York, is well over 50 years old and can no Congress to fund and support NBAF. press Operations Board. John has served on longer meet our needs. With today’s threat of f boards and steering committees of the Virginia bioterror attack, as well as the threat of natural VETERANS HEALTH CARE BUDGET Municipal League, the Virginia Association of and accidental outbreaks of foreign animal dis- REFORM AND TRANSPARENCY Counties, the National Association of Counties eases, it is clear that more research capacity ACT OF 2009 and represents the Board of County Super- is needed. NBAF is needed to concentrate our visors on the Quantico Marine Corps and Fort efforts to assess disease threats to livestock, SPEECH OF Belvoir Base Realignment and Closing advi- wildlife and humans, and to develop the vac- sory committees. cines and countermeasures against these HON. AL GREEN Supervisor Jenkins has been a tireless ad- threats. A modern, safe animal disease re- OF TEXAS vocate for many organizations throughout his search laboratory is critical for protecting our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 27-year tenure on the Board of County Super- country. Tuesday, June 23, 2009 visors. However, his involvement in the Scouts After years of study and a rigorous selection Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I predates even his time in office, spanning 6 process, in January, the Department of Home- rise in strong support of H.R. 1016, the Vet- decades and involving countless Scouting land Security unanimously chose to build erans Health Care Budget Reform and Trans- causes. Camp William B. Snyder in NBAF at Kansas State University in Manhat- parency Act. Haymarket, VA opened its doors in 2006 due tan, Kansas. DHS found Kansas State Univer- The men and women who have served our in part to the Supervisor’s efforts to end its sity to be the best fit for this critical mission. nation in combat deserve to be provided with stalled development. He is a fixture at local Kansas was chosen because of the State’s the very best that we have to offer. One part Scouting promotion ceremonies and often existing biosecurity research infrastructure, of achieving that is getting these men and uses his considerable fundraising abilities on skilled animal science workforce, strong citizen women the best health care that they can pos- behalf of the Boy Scouts of America. His dedi- support, and large cost-share contribution. At sibly have. In turn, it is critically important that cation to the Scouts is unquestioned and with the time, NBAF was expected to be completed the Veterans’ Administration (VA) have assur- his receipt of the Good Scout Award, the Boy by 2015. ances regarding their funding in a timely man- Scouts of America recognize his devotion to Despite the fact that there has never been ner so that the VA can deliver health care in the people of Prince William County. As a two- stronger need for accelerated animal disease an efficient and timely manner.

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Out of the 300 recipients, three turning home has all the care that they need, for services are on a sliding scale and are up WASP are from the 9th district in Memphis, this bill will at least ensure that the VA will be to 75% less than at other facilities. No indi- TN. able to plan ahead of time and get the most vidual is ever turned away due to inability to Women were essential to our effort in World out of each health care dollar that they are al- pay. The programs offered by the SCC include War II. In factories and shipyards throughout located. Furthermore, because many VA group programs to assist with improvement of this nation, they provided the fundamental in- budget cycles have, in recent years, started communication skills, computer assisted train- frastructure and labor which allowed our mili- on continuing resolutions, some decisions may ing, individual sessions and caregiver support tary to prevail. We can’t forget that just 23 have been made on the basis rather than on meetings. years before the war, Rosie the Riveter didn’t the basis of the most effective treatment. We The growth of the SCC is a tribute to the have the right to vote. Suddenly, she was the cannot jeopardize the health of our nation’s success of its programs. In 2005, the SCC muscle behind the plane, the tank, the ship— finest because of what amounts to nothing had five groups meeting two days per week. in short the entire arsenal of democracy. The more than a bureaucratic difficulty. There are now 21 groups meeting four days women of these times toiled selflessly. They I was proud to work with a number of col- per week. Since opening, the SCC has pro- were passionately patriotic. leagues to include a similar VA advanced ap- vided more than 7,000 hours of therapy to The WASP were no exception. They were propriations provision in this year’s congres- stroke survivors. the backbone of the Army Air Corps and per- sional budget resolution, S. Con. Res. 13. The SCC works closely with the American formed vital jobs such as delivering newly as- Nevertheless, there is no reason why our vet- Heart Association, the Inova Mount Vernon sembled planes to key military bases and test erans should need to count on Congress tak- Hospital, the National Rehabilitation Hospital piloting new planes. They even flew the first ing action every single year to keep this sen- and the George Washington University De- jets. The WASP flew over 60 million miles in sible policy in place. For this reason, it is im- partment of Speech and Hearing Science. every type of aircraft. Without their work, the perative that we pass the Veterans Health Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Army Air Corps would not have been able to Care Budget Reform and Transparency Act. me in recognizing the Stroke Comeback Cen- function properly and domestic efforts would I am proud to be a co-sponsor of this impor- ter and its dedicated staff and volunteers. The have been severely crippled, making it more tant bill. I thank my good friend, the Chairman services and programs offered by the SCC fill difficult to receive crucial supplies, troops and of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee, Congress- a void in the rehabilitation process and signifi- planes. man FILNER for introducing it and I encourage cantly improve the quality of lives of stroke I am very proud to have three WASP vet- all of my colleagues to vote in support. survivors and their families. erans living in my home district in Memphis, f f TN. Martha M. Carpenter, Frankie Yearwood and Lillian E. Goodman all graduated from the PERSONAL EXPLANATION CAP-AND-TAX DOES NOT WORK WASP program with extensive flight experi- ence and training. Their jobs required incred- HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ HON. JOE WILSON ible skill and were highly dangerous. Recently, OF SOUTH CAROLINA OF PENNSYLVANIA Ms. Goodman recalled, ‘‘in my own class IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES there were two girls and an instructor that Thursday, June 25, 2009 went up in a twin engine plane . . . they Thursday, June 25, 2009 crashed and were all killed.’’ The women that Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Ms. SCHWARTZ. Madam Speaker, during Ms. Goodman remembers were sent home in Speaker, a national energy tax will do harm to an absence yesterday, I regrettably missed unmarked pine boxes. Their service was not American families by raising electric bills, gas rollcall vote No. 426. Had I been present, I acknowledged. They were denied military fu- prices, and food prices by thousands of dol- would have voted in the following manner: roll- nerals and their families were not permitted to lars. Moreover, it will not achieve the goals of call No. 426: ‘‘no’’ put up a Gold Star in their memory. It wasn’t a cleaner environment. f As our European neighbors have learned until 1977 that Congress finally gave the from their own cap and trade scheme, costs WASP veteran status and benefits. IN RECOGNITION OF THE STROKE For all their patriotism and service, the go up but so do carbon emissions. Indeed, in COMEBACK CENTER WASP—all of whom were pilots before the the so-called market place of carbon trade, the war—faced harassment and shocking levels of American people will lose just as our Euro- discrimination during and after their service. HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY pean friends have. America will lose jobs and Sadly, they were made to pay for their own OF VIRGINIA American families will lose money, and there flight training and for their own trip home after IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is no excuse for the Democrat leadership in being discharged. When the war ended, some Thursday, June 25, 2009 this House to place such a burden upon the male combat veterans fought vigilantly to deny Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- American people. I hope my colleagues will abandon this plan them equal veteran status. er, I rise today to recognize the Stroke Come- For thirty years, the federal government to raise taxes and realize that an all-of-the- back Center and the critical health care serv- classified WASP records. For too long, their above approach to our energy needs—one ices that it provides to stroke survivors and heroism was kept out of the history books. that has bipartisan support—is a far better their families. Grandmothers could only tell incredible stories course for this country to pursue. The Stroke Comeback Center (SCC) is a of serving as pilots in World War II to dis- In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we non-profit organization that provides ongoing believing grandchildren. President Carter will never forget September 11th in the Global rehabilitation and therapy to help combat the helped to change all that by finally opening up War on Terrorism. devastating damage that strokes can cause. the records and allowing Ms. Goodman, Ms. The mission of the SCC has been to pick up f Carpenter, and Ms. Yearwood’s service to be where traditional health care coverage leaves HONORING THE HEROISM AND public. off by providing affordable speech and lan- BRAVERY OF THE WOMAN The WASP’s exemplary record and con- guage therapy programs to stroke victims in a AIRFORCE SERVICE PILOTS OF tributions towards the war effort were ref- caring and supportive environment. WORLD WAR II erenced in the 1993 congressional hearings The SCC was founded in 2004 by Darlene which led to legislation allowing women to fly Williamson and John Phillips based on the HON. STEVE COHEN aircraft in combat roles. Currently, women premise that stroke victims who suffer with OF TENNESSEE make up more than 14% of the military on ac- communications problems can continue to im- tive duty and more than 17% of the reserve IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prove with treatment and therapy. This theory and National Guard. The Air Force has the went against the conventionally held belief that Thursday, June 25, 2009 highest percentage of women enlisted, as stroke survivors reached their maximum po- Mr. COHEN. Madam Speaker, I rise today nearly 20% of its members on active duty and tential within the first few months of recovery. in support of H.R. 2014, which awarded the 25% of the National Air Force Reserve are

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.003 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1575 women. Ms. Carpenter, Mrs. Goodman, Ms. IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2009 propriation projects I sponsored as part of Yearwood and the other brave women of the VIRGINIA HUMAN RIGHTS AWARDS H.R. 2847, FY 2010 Department of the Inte- WASP were pioneers for the dedicated rior, Environment and Related Agencies Ap- women who serve in our military today and for HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY propriations Bill. all who face prejudice in pursuit of equality. OF VIRGINIA Agency/Account: U.S. EPA—State and Trib- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES al Assistance Grant f Amount: $439,065 Thursday, June 25, 2009 Requesting Entity: City of Petersburg, P.O. REPEAL TONNAGE TAX’S 30-DAY Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- Box 326 Petersburg, Texas 79250 LIMIT ON DOMESTIC OPERATIONS er, I rise today to recognize the recipients of Funding will enable the city of Petersburg to the 2009 Virginia Human Rights Awards. continue supplying quality drinking water to its These awards were presented during a recent residents. The Texas Commission on Environ- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER ceremony hosted jointly with the Prince Wil- mental Quality has ordered the city to replace one of its elevated water tanks or place it off- OF OREGON liam County Human Rights Commission. Prince William County has long been an line or the city will be forced to pay penalties IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES area of growth in our Northern Virginia region. and fines. Loss of a water tank will reduce the As the county population grew in the early water supply, as well as drop the water pres- Thursday, June 25, 2009 1990s and the demographics shifted, the sure which is important for fire fighting. With- Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, U.S.- Board of County Supervisors recognized the out a stable water supply, the city of Peters- flag ships that compete in international trade need for a study to examine the county’s abil- burg will not be able to maintain economic face many disadvantages. The U.S. tax code ity to respond to increasing population diver- growth. The total cost of this project is should not be one of them. Today I am intro- sity. The result of the study was the creation $798,300. ducing legislation that will help smooth the of a Human Rights Ordinance prohibiting dis- f criminatory practices based on race, color, seas for U.S.-flag shippers and increase their EARMARK DECLARATION international competitiveness. sex, national origin, religion, marital status or disability in employment, housing, public ac- The version of the American Jobs Creation commodations, education and credit in Prince HON. TIM MURPHY Act of 2004 that passed both the House and William County. When the Board of County OF PENNSYLVANIA Senate provided for the application of a ‘‘ton- Supervisors established the Human Rights Or- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nage tax’’ based on the tonnage of a vessel, dinance in September of 1992, it created the rather than taxing the U.S. vessel’s inter- Thursday, June 25, 2009 Human Rights Commission to ensure that national income at corporate tax rates. In the ‘‘each citizen is treated fairly, provided equal Mr. TIM MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Madam conference process on that legislation, how- protection of the law and equal opportunity to Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leader- ever, new language was inserted which states participate in the benefits, rights, and privi- ship standards on earmarks, I am submitting that a U.S. vessel cannot use the tonnage tax leges of community life.’’ the following information regarding earmarks I on its income from international operations if The recipients of this year’s awards have received as part of H.R. 2996, Department of that vessel also operates in U.S. domestic exhibited a devotion to ‘‘[eliminating] discrimi- the Interior, Environment, and Related Agen- commerce for more than 30 days per year. nation through civil and human rights law en- cies Appropriations Act, 2010: This 30-day limitation dramatically limits the forcement and [establishing] equal opportunity Requesting Member: Congressman TIM availability of the tonnage tax for those U.S. for all persons within the county through advo- MURPHY ships that operate in both domestic and inter- cacy and education.’’ Bill Number: H.R. 2996, Department of the national trade and hinders their competitive- The recipients of the Prince William Human Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies ness in foreign commerce. It is important to Rights Awards are Betty Covington from Appropriations Act, 2010 recognize that ships operating in U.S. domes- Prince William Public Schools and Dexter Fox Account: State and Tribal Assistance Grant tic trade already have significant cost dis- with Unity in the Community. Program advantages. The inability of domestic opera- The Virginia Human Rights Commissioner of Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Findlay tors to use the tonnage tax for their inter- the Year is Victor Dunbar, Chairman of the Township Municipal Authority national service is a further burden on their Fairfax County Human Rights Commission. Address of Requesting Entity: 1271 Route competitive position in foreign commerce. For- The Staff Member of the Year is Annie Car- 30, Clinton, PA 15026–1537 eign registered ships now carry 97 percent of roll, Deputy Director of the Fairfax County Amount: $500,000 the imports and exports moving in United Human Rights Commission. Description of Request: to replace old and States international trade. These foreign ves- The Virginia Human Rights Commemorative undersized water transmission lines, and to sels are not held to the higher Coast Guard Award for contributions to human rights expand and upgrade the water and sewer in- operating standards that apply to American- through the signing of the Civil Rights and frastructure, to benefit the entire Township of registered ships and foreign vessels are vir- Voting Rights Acts will be made posthumously Findlay in economic development and job cre- tually untaxed. to President Lyndon B. Johnson. ation, fire safety and environmental protection. Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues The water and sewer upgrades and expan- Adding to the perversity of the provision, in sion will serve businesses—and the 21,310 December 2006, Congress repealed the 30- join me in applauding the efforts of these indi- viduals on behalf of harmony and equality in jobs being created—at three business parks in day limit on domestic trading for approximately the Pittsburgh International Airport Corridor: 50 ships operating in the Great Lakes. There our communities. We are a happier, safer so- ciety when we promote fairness and justice. I the Chapman Commerce Center; the Clinton are 13 U.S.-flag vessels outside of these Commerce Park and the Route 30 Industrial Great Lakes ships that remain caught in these would like to extend my unconditional support for the Human Rights Commission’s mission Site. Furthermore, annual tax revenue gen- tax provisions. In the interest of providing eq- erated at the three business parks is projected uity to these 13 vessels, this legislation would and my deepest appreciation to those who take up the cause of human and civil rights. to be $48.7 million. In terms of fire safety, the repeal the 30–day limit on domestic oper- project will replace old and undersized water f ations, enabling these vessels to also utilize transmission lines to provide adequate fire the tonnage tax on their international income. EARMARK DECLARATION flow for the entire township, including resi- Under this legislation, these ships will continue dents and businesses. In terms of environ- to pay the normal 35 percent U.S. corporate HON. RANDY NEUGEBAUER mental protection, the project will rectify a con- tax rate on their income for operations in do- cern of the Pennsylvania Department of Envi- mestic commerce. OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ronmental Protection that the sanitary sewer Repeal of the tonnage tax’s 30-day limit on system capacity from Enlow Road to the Moon domestic operations is a necessary step to- Thursday, June 25, 2009 Township Interceptor must be expanded to ward providing tax equity between U.S.-flag Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Madam Speaker, pur- adequately convey additional flow. and foreign flag vessels. I look forward to suant to the Republican standards on member I certify that this project does not have a di- working with my colleagues to pass this impor- requests, I am submitting the following infor- rect and foreseeable effect on the pecuniary tant legislation. mation regarding congressionally directed ap- interests of me or my spouse.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.006 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1576 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 I took extreme care to ensure that these EARMARK DECLARATION to pursue vocational training at Northern Vir- projects are well vetted and strongly supported ginia Community College. This partnership within the community. The Findlay Township HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. now provides six scholarships each year and Municipal Authority appropriation is of par- OF TENNESSEE has allowed approximately 40 individuals to ticular interest to my district and importance to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES continue their education and learn a market- my constituents. able skill. The quality of life for each of these Thursday, June 25, 2009 students and their families will be forever im- f Mr. DUNCAN. Madam Speaker, consistent proved because of this opportunity. EARMARK DECLARATION with House Republican Earmark Standards, I Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join am submitting the following earmark disclo- me in congratulating The Rotary Club of Burke sure information for project requests that I on the occasion of its 25th Anniversary and to HON. TOM COLE made and which were included within H.R. express our gratitude for their contributions OF OKLAHOMA 2996, ‘‘Making appropriations for the Depart- here at home and abroad. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment of Interior, environment, and related f agencies for the fiscal year ending September Thursday, June 25, 2009 EARMARK DECLARATION 30, 2010.’’ Mr. COLE. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Requesting Member: Congressman JOHN Republican Leadership standards on ear- DUNCAN HON. PHIL GINGREY marks, I am submitting the following informa- Account: National Park Service, Save Amer- OF GEORGIA tion regarding earmarks I received as part of ica’s Treasures IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- Project Amount: $200,000 Thursday, June 25, 2009 vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Blount tions Act, 2010: Mansion Association, 200 W. Hill Avenue, Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Madam Speaker, Requesting Member: Congressman TOM Knoxville, TN 37902 pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- COLE Description of Request: This funding will be ards on earmarks as well as in accordance Bill Number: H.R. 2996 used to upgrade and improve the National with Clause 9 of Rule XXI, I am submitting the Provision: Title I Historic Landmark. following information regarding the earmark I Account: National Park Service—Construc- received as part of H.R. 2996, the Department f tion of the Interior, Environment, and Related Legal Name of Requesting Entity: ‘‘National IN RECOGNITION OF THE 25TH AN- Agencies Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year Park Service—Chickasaw National Recreation NIVERSARY OF THE ROTARY 2010. Area’’ CLUB OF BURKE, VIRGINIA Requesting Member: Congressman PHIL Address of Requesting Entity: 1008 West GINGREY Second Street, Sulphur, OK HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Bill Number: H.R. 2996 Account: Environmental Protection Agency; Description of Request: Provide an earmark OF VIRGINIA of $500,000 for a design plan to construct a STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastructure IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Visitor’s Center at the Chickasaw National Projects Recreation Area. The need for a Visitor’s Cen- Thursday, June 25, 2009 Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Metropoli- ter was identified in the recreation area’s 1980 Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- tan North Georgia Water Planning District General Management Plan and 1994 Adden- er, I rise today to congratulate the Rotary Club Address of Requesting Entity: 40 Courtland dum to the 1980 General Management Plan. of Burke, Virginia, on the occasion of its 25th Street, NE Atlanta, GA 30303 The Visitor’s Center was previously budgeted Anniversary and to pay tribute to its significant Description of Request: for, but funds were reprogrammed for wildfire contributions to the community. The $500,000 in STAG funding secured will suppression. The Visitor’s Center will provide The world’s first service club, the Rotary be applied to this list of the Water District those visiting the Chickasaw National Recre- Club of Chicago, Illinois, was formed on Feb- projects: ation Area a much needed centralized location ruary 23, 1905, by Paul P. Harris. The name COBB COUNTY where the Park Service may educate individ- ‘‘Rotary’’ is derived from the early practice of Sweetwater Creek Sanitary Sewer Exten- uals on the ecosystems and history of the rotating meetings among members’ offices. sion—This proposed extension of the Sweet- area. This will increase tourism to the recre- The Rotary Club concept thrived in its early water Creek interceptor will provide gravity ation area, and thereby grow the local econ- years, and, by 1921, there were chapters on sewer service to much of the unsewered por- omy substantially. six continents. In 1922, the name ‘‘Rotary tion of southwestern Cobb County, including Requesting Member: Congressman TOM International’’ was adopted. The objective of several dry sewer subdivisions. It will also ex- COLE Rotary International is to encourage and foster tend service into the Sweetwater basin in Bill Number: H.R. 2996 the ideal of community service as a basis of Paulding County, eliminating the need for an Provision: Title II worthy enterprise. International understanding, additional treatment facility and comporting Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- goodwill and peace are fostered through the with our regional plan. The project includes frastructure shared commitment to service of Rotarians about 20,000 linear feet of large diameter Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Lawton from 166 countries. sewer. Estimated cost of this project is Ft. Sill Chamber of Commerce The Rotary Club of Burke was organized by $7,700,000. Address of Requesting Entity: 9 SW ‘‘C’’ Av- Brian Tilbury and was chartered by Rotary Mack Dobbs Road Water Main Replace- enue, Lawton, OK 73501 International on June 30, 1984. Since that ment—Replacement of 11,200 linear feet of Description of Request: Provide an earmark time, the Burke Rotary has grown in not only existing 6-inch asbestos cement water main of $500,000 for water and sewer line expan- the number of active members, but also in the with 12-inch ductile iron between Cobb Park- sions at the Lawton Industrial Park, in Lawton, areas of community service. way and Stilesboro Road. Estimated cost of OK. The Comanche County Industrial Devel- The Burke Rotary participates in Polio Plus, this project is $1,200,000. opment Authority recently purchased an addi- which is dedicated to the eradication of polio Low Flow Toilet and Urinal Retrofit for 127 tional 480 acres immediately southwest of the in countries such as Afghanistan, India, Paki- Cobb County Public Schools—A water con- present industrial park for purposes of expan- stan and Nigeria. Closer to home, The Rotary servation project which consists of replacing sion. Before this development can begin, Club of Burke is a dependable ally in the Toys approximately 5,782 older, inefficient toilets water and sewer lines must be expanded to 4 Tots Program and the Northern Virginia Lit- and urinals and 2,478 miscellaneous faucets the property. The industrial park expansion will eracy Council. It also encourages involvement and pre-rinse spray valves in Cobb County allow for more commercial expansion, thus in the Medical Reserve Corps, a Fairfax Coun- Schools. The estimated cost of this project is creating jobs and aiding Lawton’s economy. ty, Va., program that trains volunteers to pro- $875,000. For this project, 80 percent of funds will be vide vital services in the event of a public COBB COUNTY-MARIETTA WATER AUTHORITY used for construction costs, 12 percent will be health emergency. The Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority used for contingency, 6 percent will be for en- The Rotary Club of Burke has partnered (CCMWA), a political subdivision of the State gineering costs and 2 percent will be used for with the Rotary Club of Annandale to provide of Georgia, is a regional water wholesaler with inspections. scholarships to deserving students who wish 13 customers that serve over 790,000 people.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.009 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1577 The customers include Cobb County, all of the Wastewater Pump Station—To prevent RECOGNIZING CHILDREN’S MED- municipalities within Cobb County, all of sewer overflows and upgrade pumping station ICAL CENTER OF DALLAS FOR Paulding County, portions of Douglas County, to meet current demands in a concentrated ITS RANKING AMONG THE TOP Cherokee County, the City of Woodstock, and area. Estimated cost of this project is TEN CHILDREN’S HOSPITALS IN a small community in Fulton County. $300,000. THE NATION Austell West Side Connector 24’’—This THE CITY OF LOCUST GROVE pipeline project installs 8,000 feet of 24’’ duc- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Water Supply Wells—The City of Locust tile iron pipe to connect existing transmission OF TEXAS Grove has drilled two additional wells for lines. The pipeline will improve system flow IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES capacity and provide redundancy to Cobb drinking water supply. These wells have al- Hospital and high growth area along East- ready been drilled and permitted by GA EPD. Thursday, June 25, 2009 West Connector. The estimated cost of this The wells are needed to help supply enough Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. project is $2,549,800. water for current demand. The design has al- Madam Speaker, in 1913, a group of nurses Five Million Gallon Steel Tank at Lost Moun- ready been drawn. Estimated cost of this established Children’s Medical Center of Dal- tain—This tank will provide enhanced fire pro- project is $250,000. las as an open air clinic. Today, Children’s tection. It will also increase system reliability THE CITY OF ROSWELL Medical Center has been chosen among the by improving storage-to-production ratio and top 10 children’s hospitals in the nation, ac- source water reliability for existing pump sta- Municipal Buildings Water Conservation cording to U.S. News & World Report. Chil- tion. It will provide additional water storage for Project—The condition of Roswell’s municipal dren’s provides exemplary care and resources west Cobb County and Paulding County. The building restroom facilities vary widely in age, to its thousands of patients, as well as a wide estimated cost of this project is $3,500,000. use, quality and repair. An initial assessment range of teaching opportunities to the future Five Million Gallon Steel Tank at Pete of the restrooms found 106 urinals, 295 toilets physicians and nurses of our country. As a Shaw—This tank will provide enhanced fire and 265 faucets to replace. The proposed former nurse, I am proud to have such an ac- protection. It will also increase system reli- water conservation project will purchase and complished medical institution in my district ability by improving storage-to-production ratio. install high-efficiency urinals, and toilets for the and would like to extend warm congratulations This tank will provide additional water storage City’s administrative, public safety, public- to them for receiving such recognition. capacity to east Cobb County. The estimated works, recycling center and park buildings. Ad- Children’s Medical Center of Dallas is a pri- cost of this project is $3,500,000. ditionally the project could include low-flow vate, non-profit pediatric health care center. Columns Drive Pipe Replacement—Re- faucets, eco-friendly sanitizer systems and to As one of the largest pediatric hospitals in the placement of approximately 600 linear feet of minimize restroom vandalism and mainte- country, Children’s treats approximately 36’’ ductile iron pipe with 54’’ restrained joint nance the installation of stainless steel panels, 360,000 patients a year, with treatments rang- ductile iron pipe. This installation will eliminate new and replacement tile. The estimated cost ing from simple physical exams to specialized a restriction in the main line from the Quarles for this project is $500,000. care in heart disease, oncology, orthopedics, Water Treatment Plant. The estimated cost of THE CITY OF ALPHARETTA kidney disorders, neurology, respiratory dis- this project is $780,600. orders, neonatal care, urology, diabetes, and North Park Improvements: Construct off-line HALL COUNTY digestive disorders. Furthermore, Children’s is sediment forebay—A sediment forebay will Low Flow Toilet and Urinal Retrofit for Hall a major pediatric transplant center, and also is allow silt to fall out in a confined area just prior County Government Facilities—A water con- the only academic health care facility and only to the lake. During non-storm flows, the creek servation project which consists of replacing designated Level 1 trauma center in Texas. will flow naturally into the lake. When it rains all older, inefficient toilets and urinals in Coun- Children’s Medical Center of Dallas is continu- and the creek rises, water will be diverted to ty facilities not already fitted with low flow sys- ously conducting research and developing the forebay. The forebay will slow down the tems including; Parks, Fire Stations, Senior new and improved treatments and therapies water, allowing time for much of the silt to fall Centers, Prisons, etc. The estimated cost of regarding pediatric diseases. out before discharging back into the lake. The this project is $190,000. It is my hope that Children’s Medical Center forebay will be much easier to clean out than of Dallas will continue its strong record of suc- THE CITY OF GAINESVILLE the lake itself. cess and provide patients with excellent care. Flat Creek Watershed Improvement Plan It shines as an example of excellence, and I and Ecosystem Restoration—The City of North Park Improvements: Construct three truly appreciate the dedication put forth by the Gainesville and Hall County have developed a enhanced swales to treat water coming from administrators, doctors, nurses, and everyone watershed improvement and ecosystem res- the softball fields and two parking lots—En- else there. Again, I offer my congratulations to toration plan for the Flat Creek watershed hanced swales are state recognized water Children’s Medical Center of Dallas on its which includes several projects involving quality Best Management Practices (BMPs) achievement of being named one of America’s stream restoration and construction of storm that allow for more water to infiltrate and be top 10 children’s hospitals. water best management practices. The City is treated prior to entering the creek. As part of currently designing the Upper Flat Creek the installation of the enhanced swales, the f water from these areas will be diverted to di- Stream Restoration and Regional Stormwater EARMARK DECLARATION Detention Pond project. The estimated cost of rectly enter the lake instead of entering up- stream through very eroded gullies. The gul- this project is $700,000. Other projects we are HON. DUNCAN HUNTER moving forward with would cost approximately lies are so large that it is actually more cost OF CALIFORNIA $2,000,000. effective to install the BMPs and divert the Gainesville/Hall County Water Main Exten- flow than it would be to repair the gullies, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sions and Improvements projects—These which are over 20 feet deep in some areas. Thursday, June 25, 2009 projects include approximately 25 miles of 8″– North Park Improvements: Modify the outlet Mr. HUNTER. Madam Speaker, pursuant to 20″ water line extensions/improvements control structure of the lake—The current out- the Republican Leadership standards on ear- throughout Gainesville/Hall County. Projects let structure of the lake clogs in nearly every marks, I am submitting the following informa- will extend water service to new customers storm event, requiring parks maintenance per- tion regarding an earmark I received as part of and improve fire and water service by install- sonnel to have to remove debris to restore H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- ing fire hydrants in new locations and improv- drainage. The outlet control structure can be vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- ing flow capacity and quality in the water dis- modified to reduce clogging and provide im- tions Act, 2010: tribution system. The cost of these projects is proved water quality benefits for the lake. This I originally requested $1 million in this legis- estimated to be $13,200,000. will reduce necessary maintenance and give lation for the El Monte Valley Groundwater ROCKDALE COUNTY WATER RESOURCES the lake an overall better aesthetic appear- Recharge Project through the Environmental Distribution Waterline Replacements—A ance. Protection Agency’s State and Tribal Assist- water conservation project to significantly re- Total cost for these improvements is: ance Grant Water and Wastewater Infrastruc- duce or eliminate unaccounted for water (i.e. $517,818.75. This price includes the cost to ture Project account. It is my understanding reducing water leaks in public water supply prepare conceptual and final design; construc- that $500,000 was ultimately appropriated for distribution system). Estimated cost of this tion of three improvements/BMPS; and model this project by the Subcommittee and the enti- project is $15,000,000. pollutant removal. ty to receive funding for this project is the

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Students who are in danger vide additional treatment to purify the waste- of failing a course must work with parents and Thursday, June 25, 2009 water, pump and pipe this water to sur- teachers to map out a plan to achieve a pass- Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam rounding basins and then release it into the ing grade. No one is an island at Woodbridge Speaker, on the occasion of his retirement on San Diego Riverbed where it will be allowed to Middle School where education is a commu- May 1, 2009, we rise to thank Mr. Robert seep down to existing groundwater levels. As nity effort. ‘‘Bob’’ Warnick for thirty-one years of distin- the purified water is maintained in this loca- Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues guished service to the United States House of tion, it will receive additional natural treatment join me in applauding Woodbridge Middle Representatives. Bob has served this great in- as it percolates through native materials. Ex- School on this prestigious designation and in stitution as a valuable employee of House In- traction wells will be installed at strategic loca- encouraging it to continue these proven suc- formation Resources, HIR, in the Office of the tions for conveyance to a water treatment cessful approaches to education. Woodbridge Chief Administrative Officer. plant as a new source of water for all District Middle School is a model that provides guid- Bob began his tenure with the United States users. ance in how to effectively improve our edu- House of Representatives in May of 1978 in This action will assist in the continued goals cation system. The students, faculty and entire House Information Resources, HIR, as a Sen- of the San Diego County region to reduce its community benefit when we invest in our na- ior Systems Analyst, SSA. As an SSA, he suc- dependence on imported water from the Colo- tion’s future by providing our children with a cessfully implemented a system to generate rado River and Northern California by annually productive and positive learning experience. the Committee Calendar for the Committee on producing 5,000 acre-feet of locally available Public Works and Transportation using HIR’s drinking water and meeting 10–15% of the f Legislative Information Management System, Helix Water District’s raw water needs. By LIMS, developed a case history and mailing raising the groundwater levels in El Monte Val- EARMARK DECLARATION list system for the Helsinki Commission, and ley, revegetation of the riverbed is supported successfully implemented the first Correspond- and a more natural habitat is created for ence Management System, CMS, on the Hill. recreation and wildlife. This project is the be- HON. MARY BONO MACK In 1987, he transferred to the Administrative ginning of an 8-year program and has been OF CALIFORNIA Systems Division as the Senior Project Leader endorsed by other elected officials, including for LIMS. In 1995, he was promoted to Senior IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES California Assemblyman Joel Anderson and Systems Specialist and transferred to the Inte- California State Senator Christine Kehoe, as Thursday, June 25, 2009 gration Group. As a senior member of this well as the Association of California Water group, he was tasked with the design and im- Agencies, Endangered Habitats League, San Mrs. BONO MACK. Madam Speaker, pursu- plementation of several applications using Diego County Water Authority, Padre Dam ant to the Republican Leadership standards Standard Generalized Mark-Up Language, Municipal Water District, Otay Water District, on earmarks, I am submitting the following in- SGML. As a proof of concept project, his and the Lakeside Water District. formation regarding earmarks I received as group successfully converted and produced f part of H.R. 2892, Department of Homeland three House documents using SGML. Security Act of 2010: IN RECOGNITION OF WOODBRIDGE In 1996, he was transferred to the Cyber MIDDLE SCHOOL Requesting Member: MARY BONO MACK Congress task force within the Integration Bill Number: H.R. 2892 Group. He was appointed to the position of Senior Internet Systems Specialist when the HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Account: Department of Homeland Secu- Cyber Congress task force was renamed the OF VIRGINIA rity—State and Local Programs Web System Branch, WSB. His important con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Entity Requesting: City of Moreno Valley, tributions as a team member in the CAO Ad- Thursday, June 25, 2009 14177 Frederick Street, Moreno Valley, CA vanced Business Solutions Web Solutions 88005 Branch have resulted in continued success of Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- the Web Solutions Design team where he de- er, I rise today to recognize Woodbridge Mid- Description of Earmark: The City of Moreno signed and implemented Member and Com- dle School as a leader in education reform. Valley currently has plans to construct a new mittee Web sites and provided a wealth of Woodbridge was recently designated as a 8,000 square foot Emergency Operations Cen- knowledge of the Web Indexed Document Au- 2009 School to Watch by the National Forum ter (EOC). The City’s current EOC consists of tomation, WIDA, service application to staff to Accelerate Middle-Grades Reform. one room inside the existing Public Safety The Schools to Watch program was estab- Building. With the new facility, the City will be and Member offices. lish in 1999 with the purpose of identifying fully prepared to respond to all emergency sit- On behalf of the entire House community, schools on a path to meeting the National Fo- uations, restore services to our residents as we extend congratulations to Robert ‘‘Bob’’ rum’s criteria for high performing schools. quickly as possible, and provide effective com- Warnick for many years of dedication and out- There are four categories in which qualifying munication among other agencies as well as standing contributions to the United States schools must excel to be selected as a School with our residents. This request is to fund the House of Representatives. We wish Bob many to Watch. First, students must be challenged purchase of new equipment such as tele- wonderful years in fulfilling his retirement academically with clear and well-commu- communications and video display, resource dreams. tracking software, and computers. The federal nicated education goals. Second, a school f must work to develop a well-rounded student. nexus is to assist federal, state and local au- This is accomplished through programs that thorities and help coordinate responses to COMMENDING ARTHUR LEE HENRY foster healthy physical, social, emotional and emergencies such as earthquakes and FOR BEING NAMED A STATE OF intellectual development. Third, a School to wildfires. LOUISIANA ‘‘CITIZEN HERO’’ Watch must present students with a socially Spending Plan: The total project construc- equitable learning environment where diver- tion costs for the Emergency Operations Cen- HON. CHARLES W. BOUSTANY, JR. sity, civility, service, and democratic citizen- ter are $4.5 million. The $400,000 appropria- OF LOUISIANA ship are valued. Finally, a qualifying school tion will be used to fund the purchase of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES must have organizational structures in place equipment for the EOC. This project is cur- that work to institutionalize the first three cri- rently out to bid for construction. This request Thursday, June 25, 2009 teria. is to fund the purchase of new equipment Mr. BOUSTANY. Madam Speaker, I rise Consistent with the cooperative spirit of the such as telecommunications and video dis- today to honor Arthur Lee Henry, a true ‘‘Cit- Schools to Watch program, the motto that play, resource tracking software, and com- izen Hero’’, as honored by the president of drives Woodbridge Middle School is, ‘‘We get puters. Victims and Citizens Against Crime.

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Upon seeing a man produce a gun sica Olsen, Joshua Howard, Michael Moroz, son. and fire shots, Arthur quickly reacted and Jenna Harris, Ashley Newman, Weston New- f saved the lives of several innocent bystand- man, Rebecca Brazeale, Jeralyn Westercamp, ers. Katelyn Benton, Jonathan Bertsch, Kyle HONORING RECIPIENTS OF THE Arthur, a happily-married man with two chil- Felzien, Heather Layher, Josh Layher, Jacob 2009 FAIRFAX COUNTY HUMAN dren, proudly serves as a custodian at the Levi, Daniel Revard, Shelby Roth, Kathryn RIGHTS AWARDS technical college, where he has worked for Vincent, Lyndsey Vincent, Megan Breeding, twelve years. Coworkers describe him as ‘‘a Shawn Bybee, Ida Fischer, Hosanna HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY very professional individual’’, ‘‘a wonderful em- Kabakoro, Mary Jordan Langfield, Elizabeth OF VIRGINIA ployee’’, and ‘‘an integral part of campus.’’ Middleton, Justin Novacek, Anna Sandven, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today, he will be attending a banquet to re- Ryan Seastrom, Rebecka Seward, Candace Thursday, June 25, 2009 Trautwein, Alexander Hawkins, Erica Newell, ceive the award with the dean of the college, Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- Melanie Spung, David Cieply, Emily Carlile, Allen Espree. er, I rise to recognize the recipients of this Alex Cain, Joshua Chudy, Lisa Huber, Again, congratulations to Arthur Lee Henry, year’s Fairfax County Human Rights Awards. Jadhken Kerr, Jadhon Kerr, Rachel one of Louisiana’s ‘‘Citizen Heroes’’ for taking Jeannie Cummins Eisenhour, Philip N. Battershaw, Annie Burke, Dakota Hauserman, pride in the campus he proudly serves. Reeves, Robert B. Worley, and the Commu- Rachel Matthew, Denver Shipman, Scott Ship- f nities of Faith United for Housing will be hon- man, Emilee Whitesell, Mari Reeves, Tyler ored on July 2nd 2009 for their dedication and 2009 CONGRESSIONAL AWARD Wilcox, Brandi Thomas, Christopher RECIPIENTS commitment to the community. Camillucci, Niels Steadman, Todd Sharpe, Each year, the Fairfax County Human Kristen Barnett, Cassandra Dalrymple, Joanna Rights Commission presents the Human HON. THOMAS J. ROONEY Guy, Henry Zheng, Joseph Jendrusina, Rights Awards to individuals, nonprofits, and Veronica Kirin, Jenna Bjorke, Alexander Mace, OF FLORIDA business who ‘‘demonstrate accomplishments Ashley Mace, Ami Mehta, Emma Frey, Kelsey IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in eliminating discrimination on the basis of Abele, Elizabeth Lewis, Tyler Camp, Daniel Thursday, June 25, 2009 race, color, sex, religion, national origin, mar- Clark, Cory Gargus, Chelsi Smith, Justin Arm- ital status, age or disability in the areas of em- Mr. ROONEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today strong, Mattie Carter, Ashley Cooper, Derek ployment, housing, public accommodations, to honor the efforts and achievements of the Lair, Steven Elliott, Alston Harris, Eleanor private education and credit.’’ 2009 Congressional Award recipients. Striving Hoppe, Sarah Smith, Colin Sorensen, Kath- Ms. Eisenhour is recognized for her commit- to better themselves and inspire others, these erine Aronoff, Summer Brecht, Elizabeth ment to working with members of the commu- individuals have invested countless hours into Cubbage, Jordan Phifer, Eric Stump, Katie nity with disabilities, opening opportunities to public service, built their strength and endur- Stump, Rebecca Wentzel, Steven Zipparo, them and educating the public on their specific ance through academic and athletic pursuits, Gabrielle Giaquinto, Madeline Giaquinto, needs. Her distinguished work has aided per- and explored their own abilities in new and Sonam Shah, Nicholas Stango, John Voor- sons with disabilities throughout Fairfax Coun- challenging arenas. Volunteerism, self-dis- hees, Samantha Albala, Patrick Chevalier, ty and the D.C. area. Her accomplishments in- cipline, and determination are hallmarks of this Robert Dorfman, Adam Gross, Megan Arguell, clude working with the Fairfax County Rede- class of award recipients, and their passion Alexandra Garney, Megan Partridge, Nevin velopment and Housing Authority to ensure rightfully deserves the admiration of this Raj, Neal Bakshi, Elizabeth Bogdon, Sean Lu, that it amend its universal design policy to ac- House. Tina Shiang, Rebecca Wu, Christina commodate those with special needs. Ms. The Congressional Awards recognize four Borovilas, Mary-Katherine Rose, Sujay Tyle, Eisenhour is not only president of the board avenues of individual growth—community Nandini Srinivasan, Michael Cox, Mike Eklund, for the Coalition for Housing Opportunities in service, physical fitness, exploration, and per- Teor Khuon, Du Luong, Phong Ma, Quyen the Community for Everyone, but she also is sonal development—while acknowledging their Ma, Nhan Nguyen, Tevorith Srong, Srun director of development for RPJ Housing. She interconnectivity in forming balanced and Chhang, Le Long, Phanit Nhem, Mi Ta, uses her positions to work tirelessly on behalf promising young citizens. Camlung Ung, Kyle Zhu, Jazmin Richardson, of disability groups to ensure accessible and In their pursuit of these goals, recipients Vinay Trivedi, Cuiping Chen, Cuiyu Chen, affordable housing. have encouraged the growth of new skills and Jillian Comer, Elizabeth Donahoe, Jacob Feld- Philip N. Reeves is recognized for his work greater confidence. For many, these projects man, Julie Ann Haldeman, Brittany Love, as a health services advocate, educator and will be the cornerstone for future endeavors, James McDonald, Julia Melin, Victoria author. After serving in the Air Force, he further enriching their lives and encouraging Patchell, Marta Piotrowicz, Julia Powers, worked to develop the Leaders of Tomorrow others to follow their lead. Jocelyn Simons, Michelle Wojciechowicz, program which works to eliminate discrimina- The 2009 Congressional Award winners Tyler Zimmerman, Stephanie Bernasconi, Luis tion in nursing and long term care methods. demonstrate dedication to improving their Gutierrez, Joaquin Mondragon, Amin Ruiz, Robert B. Worley is a deserving recipient for communities and making the world a better Brian Elgort, Ryan Kane, Kent Willis, Michele his dedicated work on behalf of people in place. Felberg, Christina Noblett, Amanda Vining, need in Fairfax County and the D.C. area. A The following are honored recipients of the John Bradshaw, Collin Evans, Christine leader of the United Way’s Fairfax County/ 2009 Congressional Award: Folger, Britt Brandon, Sarah Gresser, Alicia Falls Church campaign, he has been an Alec Kohli, Lukas Bergqvist, Ashley Macres, Hanson, Jonathan Hanson, McKenna Rankin, indispensible asset to and dedicated fund- Kristen Glass, Stephanie Glass, Sarah Wil- Marshall Christopher, Karen Pickens, Cas- raiser for local and regional charities. Mr. liams, Kelly Chen, Renee Jorgensen, Spencer sandra Tuten, Mark Van Wagenen, Jenessa Worley has also dedicated his time working Chase, Mark Felicio, Todd Lundrigan, George Barch, Faith Jones, Amanda O’Malley, Kath- with organizations like the YMCA and the Major, Sarah Schwab, Charles Su, Chris- erine Shannon, George Smith III, Dana Mat- American Heart Association, raising funds to topher Barnum, Sacha Finn, Cameron hews, Blythe Hall, Devin Hall, Kaitlin Smith, help those in need. Chalfant, John Hunsaker, Malinda Seu, Lynn Jacqueline Bedsaul, Taryn Bierhuizen, This year, The Virginia Peters Fair Housing Tse, Natalie Millman, Kathryn Gasparro, Courtney Owens, Patrick Crow, Matthew Cut- Award and the Human Rights Award are being Heather Mauldin, Jena Mauldin, Andy Powers ler, Sam Pauken, Stephanie Redfern, Jennifer given to the Communities of Faith United for Davis, David Steinmetz, Christina DiMarzio, Baltas, Alexander Grigg, Emily Green, David Housing (CFUH). The CFUH is an advocacy Courtney Cox, Hayley Gibson, Drake Gordon, Ramish, Nicolo Mendolia, Alexander Chin, network of faith communities and nonprofit or- Alexandra Abadia, Brian Asker, Christian Chelsea Green, Ryan Pyke, Leanne Paulsen, ganizations that are committed to increasing Estevez, Jessica Fillhaber, Jordan Gallas, Ste- Lauren Below, James Hilgendorf, Paul Isaac the amount of affordable housing in Fairfax fan Hogle, Shannon Johnson, Kiera Kadri, Picklesimer, John Tate Bauman, Nicole County for low-income families and individ- Jesse Lively, Nicholas Lively, Adam Pere, Clikeman, Beth Cochran, Alex Coolidge, Kali uals. The CFUH is especially dedicated to pro- Aleksi Poirier, Maxwell Poirier, Mitchell Poirier, Gentleman, Jessica Griffith, Keegan Hall, viding long term housing to the homeless or

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Examples provided by the bill of such of the fiscal year 2010 National Defense Au- have worked with the community and the benefits include ‘‘a visa, admission into the thorization Act, and I want to thank my good county to create the Plan to Prevent and End United States, parole into the United States, or friend Chairman SKELTON for his leadership in Homelessness. Their work has provided an in- classification as a refugee or applicant for asy- crafting an excellent bill. valuable service to the community. lum.’’ The language does include the proviso This bill gives not only gives our service Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues that nothing in this provision prohibits detain- men and women the tools they need to keep join me in honoring these individuals and their ees from being brought into the United States our nation safe, but it also makes valuable in- dedicated service to the community. Their for prosecution. vestments in programs and projects that sup- commitment is deserving of not only the pres- Now, I want to prosecute and punish any- port our military families, increase oversight of tigious Human Rights Award, but of our re- one who has sought to harm the United States our war efforts and further critical non-pro- spect and deep appreciation. or is responsible for attacks on the United liferation efforts. It recognizes the sacrifices f States and its people. But, we do not know made not only by our troops, but by their fami- that everyone in Guantanamo fits into this cat- lies as well, providing a 3.4 percent pay raise, EARMARK DECLARATION egory. There are likely people still imprisoned expanded TRICARE coverage, and $1.95 bil- at Guantanamo today who are there, not be- lion for military family housing. This measure HON. JOHN R. CARTER cause they are a threat, but because our gov- will increase oversight and accountability by OF TEXAS ernment can not figure out what to do with requiring the President to report on U.S. goals IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES them. As you know, the Bush Administration in Afghanistan and Pakistan and our redeploy- already released many people from Guanta- ment from Iraq. It also adds $2.5 billion to pro- Thursday, June 25, 2009 namo who were wrongly detained there and grams designed to stop the proliferation of nu- Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, pursuant to our courts have ordered the release of others clear weapons, one of the most urgent threats the Republican Leadership standards on ear- who apparently were not linked to any terrorist the world faces today. Finally, the bill strength- marks, I am submitting the following informa- organization and pose no threat to the United ens our nation’s missile defense capabilities, tion regarding earmarks I received as part of States. There were, and possibly still are, in- by increasing funding for systems vital to pro- H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- nocent people being detained by our govern- tect against real threats while balancing tech- vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- ment at Guantanamo Bay. nology development to face the needs of to- tions Act, 2010. It is shameful for our country to deny a visa morrow. Requesting Member: JOHN R. CARTER to an innocent person who we have deter- I am particularly pleased with the steps Bill Number: H.R. 2996 mined is no threat to the United States, who taken in this bill to ensure that contractor Account: STAG the United States wrongly imprisoned for waste, fraud and abuse is brought to an end Requesting entity: City of Temple, TX years, who may be prosecuted if returned to and that we have an efficient and fair system Address of Requesting Entity: 2 North Main his own country, and who the United States for meeting critical defense needs. During the Street, Suite 306, Temple, TX 76501 may not be able to send to any other country. Armed Services Committee’s mark-up, I of- Description: $500,000 was secured for a Frankly, if they are innocent of any crime and fered an amendment, which was adopted by wastewater Interceptor that will enable the pose no threat to the United States, they voice vote, to alter the OMB Circular A–76 construction of approximately 9,000 feet of should be allowed to come to the United process for determining which activities are in- wastewater main line and 11,500 feet of States. In addition, I do not see how we can herently governmental functions and vital to wastewater interceptor. $50,000 will be spent deny them asylum if we determine they have our national defense. My amendment will en- on a Preliminary Design, $155,000 on the a legitimate fear of persecution if sent any- sure the A–76 process is fair for our govern- Final Design, $10,000 to Bid & Award con- where else. ment workforce and provide the Obama Ad- struction, $1.7 million for construction, and Because the Homeland Security bill pro- ministration a chance to address past failures $85,000 for construction administration. The vides such critical funding to first responders of the A–76 process. total price for this project is $2 million. The re- all over the country, and especially to my city This legislation also addresses the need to questing entity will provide the required fund- of New York, I can not justify voting against it. enhance our military’s cybersecurity capabili- ing match. Construction of this piece of utility Funding for these services is desperately ties. Cyberspace is a growing component of infrastructure will benefit taxpayers by pro- needed. the modern battlefield, and we must ensure viding wastewater service to Industrial Park However, I want to warn my colleagues our forces are prepared for the wars of tomor- tenants. Wastewater services are critical to the about the dangers of reflexively adding provi- row. I applaud the efforts of the Secretary of services required for a growing economy. sions to every appropriations bill that may end Defense and the services to meet the growing f up further harming innocent people who were threat of cyberattacks. I am concerned, how- mistakenly imprisoned by our government. If ever, that individuals with critical cyber skills DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SE- you want to make a political point that you op- are not making a career in the uniformed serv- CURITY APPROPRIATIONS ACT, pose terrorists, fine. But, you have to allow for ices. We need to do everything in our power 2010 the fact that until we know for sure that all of to recruit and retain talented and experienced the people remaining at Guantanamo are ter- individuals, and that is why I offered an SPEECH OF rorists, it is not right to punish everyone who amendment during committee consideration HON. JERROLD NADLER is there just to make a political point. We have that requires the Secretary of Defense to sub- mit to Congress a report assessing the chal- OF NEW YORK a moral obligation to do better. lenges to retention and professional develop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f ment of uniformed and civilian cyber opera- Wednesday, June 24, 2009 NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- tors. I am pleased that this requirement is now The House in Committee of the Whole TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 included in the bill before us today. This report House on the State of the Union had under will help define numbers of personnel, recruit- consideration of the bill (H.R. 2892) making SPEECH OF ment and retention incentives, policy impedi- appropriations for the Department of Home- ments, and methods to improve interagency land Security for the fiscal year ending Sep- HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN and academic outreach to individuals with crit- tember 30, 2010, and for other purposes: OF RHODE ISLAND ical cyber skills. Mr. NADLER of New York. Madam Chair, I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Finally, I also want to give praise to Sec- rise in support of H.R. 2892, the Homeland Wednesday, June 24, 2009 retary Gates, Chairman SKELTON and Chair- Security Appropriations Act for fiscal year woman TAUSCHER for working with our military The House in Committee of the Whole 2010. House on the State of the Union had under commanders to shape a budget that protects While the bill provides vitally necessary consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- the U.S. and our allies from real ballistic mis- funds to secure our nation’s safety, it also thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for sile threats. The bill provides $9.3 billion for contains a troubling provision regarding people military activities of the Department of De- missile defense, supporting critical programs who are currently detained at the Guantanamo fense; to prescribe military personnel that are tested and operational and eliminating

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San Julian Street, is Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Project lies comes from short- and medium-range bal- the most recent shining example of its suc- account for the Tubeway Drive Storm Water listic missiles that represent 99% of the total cessful efforts to develop clean, safe and af- Lift Station Rehabilitation Project in Carol number of ballistic missiles other than those fordable housing units. The project involved Stream, Illinois. The entity to receive funding held by the United States, NATO nations, converting two decaying parking lots into a 5- for this project is the Village of Carol Stream, Russia, and China. H.R. 2647 supports the story building containing 53 studio apartments 500 North Gary Avenue, Carol Stream, IL President’s request to increase funding by with private bathrooms and kitchenettes. 60188. It is my understanding that the funding $900 million for systems that counter this The corporation also offers a wide array of would be used to rehabilitate and replace a threat, such as the Aegis BMD system and the supportive services for its clients, including 35-year-old storm water lift station at the end Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) food services, case management, transpor- of its useful life. The Tubeway Drive Storm system. tation, support groups and referrals. Every Water Lift Station is showing signs of corro- Looking forward, this bill also provides $1 week, SRO Housing serves nearly 4,000 sion, and is in need of desperate repair to al- billion to support the requests of President meals in its emergency shelter and senior leviate flooding in the village. Under this reha- Obama, Secretary Gates, and the Chairman of meal program as well as delivering over 8,000 bilitation project, the lift station will be totally the Joint Chiefs of Staff to support the devel- pounds of food and fresh produce to all per- replaced with new more efficient pumps, valving, backup systems and structures. Re- opment and operation of 30 Ground-based manent-housing sites. This critical service en- placing the station in a timely manner will en- Midcourse Defense interceptors, designed to sures that very low-income individuals, who sure storm water flows are effectively man- guard against future emerging threats. Accord- are attempting to sustain themselves on a aged, preventing flood damage losses. Carol ing to senior defense officials, these 30 inter- fixed income, receive nutritious foods that Stream has demonstrated a good-faith cost ceptors are more than what is necessary to would otherwise be absent from their diets. In share in the project, providing a 45% commit- deal with any long-range threat from a rogue addition, SRO Housing provides its residents ment of matching funds. Severe flooding has state in the near and mid-term. This will en- with a way to regain basic living skills through plagued the village in the last year. Rains in sure our nation is able to face the threats of classes in cooking, laundry, and money man- September 2008 submerged 50 homes and today and tomorrow. agement. damaged 400. This was followed in December Mr. Chair, this bill admirably balances crit- The SRO Housing Corporation also works by more rain, melting snow, and another ical national security needs with realistic budg- to build a sense of community belonging for its round of flooding. Even last week the Daily et considerations, and I am proud to support residents. It manages two public parks—the Herald reported on how Carol Stream has had it. Again, I thank Chairman SKELTON for his San Julian Park and Gladys Park—and oper- to deal with ‘‘severe flooding in several areas.’’ leadership and urge my colleagues to vote for ates the James Wood Community Center This timely funding will bring much-needed re- this important legislation. where area residents can socialize and have lief to my constituents. fun in safe, clean and public areas located in f f their own neighborhood. A TRIBUTE IN RECOGNITION OF With 25 years of experience, SRO Housing EARMARK DECLARATION THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF SRO Corporation has a unique insight into the HOUSING CORPORATION AND needs of the Skid Row community. More than HON. JEFF MILLER THE GRAND OPENING OF ITS 40 percent of its diverse and multi-cultural OF FLORIDA NEW JAMES M. WOOD APART- staff is made up of formerly homeless individ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MENTS uals, residents and community members Thursday, June 25, 2009 whose history and life experiences are a HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD source of inspiration to others. Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- OF CALIFORNIA Madam Speaker, on the occasion of SRO ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Housing Corporation’s 25th Anniversary and lowing information regarding earmarks I re- Thursday, June 25, 2009 the Grand Opening of its new James M. Wood Apartments, I join today with my congressional ceived as part of the Fiscal Year 2010 Na- Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Madam Speaker, I colleagues in recognizing all of the many dedi- tional Defense Authorization bill. Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF rise today to recognize SRO Housing Corpora- cated people who make this fine organization tion, a nonprofit, community-based organiza- MILLER the beacon of hope that it is today. I especially Project Name: AFSOC Injury Prevention tion dedicated to building a vibrant community commend Anita Nelson who works day in and for homeless and very low-income individuals and Human Performance Initiative day out to keep James Wood’s memory and Account: RDAF in the Central City East community of Down- mission alive as the corporation’s Chief Exec- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University town Los Angeles in the 34th District, an area utive Officer. I also pay tribute to the SRO of Pittsburgh School of Health and Rehabilita- more commonly known as ‘‘Skid Row.’’ Housing Corporation’s community partners, tive Services/Andrews Institute Skid Row is home to one of the largest pop- supporters, invaluable volunteers, its entire Address of Requesting Entity: 1040 Gulf ulations of homeless persons in the nation. To staff and, most of all, the residents of the Skid Breeze Parkway Gulf Breeze, FL 32561 address the needs of this vulnerable popu- Row community. Thousands of lives have Description of Request: $1,000,000— lation, the late James M. Wood, who served been transformed and positively impacted AFSOC Injury Prevention and Human Per- as the Chairman of the Community Redevel- through the wonderful work of SRO Housing formance Initiative, University of Pittsburgh opment Agency of the City of Los Angeles, Corporation and I wish everyone involved with School of Health and Rehabilitative Services/ pursued a vision in the late 1970s to include this fine organization many more years of con- Andrews Institute. I requested these funds for in the revitalization of Downtown Los Angeles tinued success. an injury prevention and performance en- a plan to redevelop the Skid Row area and f hancement initiative that will achieve a critical address its rampant homelessness. doctrinal shift in human performance strate- In 1977 that plan began to take form as the EARMARK DECLARATION gies in Air Force Special Operations. Phase 1 City of Los Angeles adopted a redevelopment will include task and demand analyses to iden- plan for the Downtown Los Angeles Central HON. PETER J. ROSKAM tify Air Force Special Operator-specific tasks City East area to preserve and expand the OF ILLINOIS during which injuries occur, mechanisms of in- single room occupancy hotels in the area. To IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES jury, and the physiological requirements of acquire and rehabilitate the hotels, the Single training. Room Occupancy (SRO) Housing Corporation Thursday, June 25, 2009 The entity to receive funding for this project was founded in February 1984 by the Commu- Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, pursuant to is the University of Pittsburgh School of Health nity Redevelopment Agency under the leader- Republican standards on disclosure for Mem- and the Andrews Institute located at 1040 Gulf ship of James Wood. ber project requests, I am submitting the fol- Breeze Parkway Gulf Breeze, FL 32561. I cer- Through the development of thousands of lowing information regarding a project I sup- tify that neither I nor my spouse has any finan- affordable housing units, the SRO Housing port for inclusion in H.R. 2996, the Department cial interest in this project.

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Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF Account: RDDW policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this MILLER Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Prologic request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- Project Name: Eglin Air Force Base Range Address of Requesting Entity: 9400 Innova- gram named after a sitting Member of Con- Operations Control Center (ROCC) tion Drive Manassas, VA 20110 gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Account: RDAF Description of Request: $3,000,000—Gulf through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Cubic Range Mobile Instrumentation Capability, statutory requirements for matching funds Corporation Prologic. I requested these funds for Gulf where applicable. Address of Requesting Entity: 1225 South Range Mobile Instrumentation Capability for Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF Clark Street, Suite 702 Arlington, VA 22202 the 46th Range Group (46 RANG. The 46th Description of Request: $3,000,000—Eglin MILLER Range Group (46 RANG) has a need for a ca- Project Name: Anti-Materiel Explosive Air Force Base Range Operations Control pability for remote test, collection, storage and Round for Javelin Block II Center (ROCC), Cubic Corporation. I re- relay of various data types. This capability can Account: RDA quested these funds to address the increased be accomplished with a Gulf Range Mobile In- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: General testing and evaluation at Eglin AFB, the 46th strumentation Capability (GR–MIC). The GR– Dynamics Ordinance and Tactical Systems, Test Wing Super ROCC initiative is a phased MIC is needed to support test events on the Niceville Operations effort involving development, procurement and Eglin AFB range which occur over large geo- Address of Requesting Entity: 115 Hart military construction (MILCON) funding to graphic areas (land and sea based). Street Niceville, FL 32578 meet the future need in the 2015–2020 time- The entity to receive funding for this project Description of Request: $3,000,000—Anti- frame. This project provides more effective is Prologic located at 9400 Innovation Drive Materiel Explosive Round for Javelin Block II, control to better optimize range scheduling Manassas, VA 20110. I certify that neither I General Dynamics. I requested these funds to and increases flexibility in meeting the Eglin nor my spouse has any financial interest in provide the warfighter with a significant im- AFB test and training missions. By knowing this project. Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s provement in lethality against Military Oper- the locations of all entities on the range, the policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this ations in Urban Terrain (MOUT) structures. Super ROCC will have great flexibility in reas- request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- The funding will allow for a qualification pro- signing missions to ground and air space pre- viously not being used. gram named after a sitting Member of Con- gram in FY 2010 and early fielding in FY gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass 2012. The entity to receive funding for this project is Cubic Corporation located at 1225 South through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all The entity to receive funding for this project statutory requirements for matching funds is General Dynamics located at 115 Hart Clark Street, Suite 702 Arlington, VA 22202. I certify that neither I nor my spouse has any fi- where applicable. Street Niceville, FL 32578. I certify that neither Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF I nor my spouse has any financial interest in nancial interest in this project. Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s MILLER this project. Project Name: Intelligence Broadcast Re- Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- ceiver (IBR) for AFSOC MC 130 Aircraft policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this Account: PDW request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- gram named after a sitting Member of Con- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: DRS gram named after a sitting Member of Con- gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Technologies gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all Address of Requesting Entity: 651 Anchors through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all statutory requirements for matching funds St., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 statutory requirements for matching funds where applicable. Description of Request: $2,500,000—Intel- Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF where applicable. ligence Broadcast Receiver (IBR) for AFSOC MILLER Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF MC–130 Aircraft, DRS Technologies. I re- Project Name: Flight Test Operations Facil- MILLER quested these funds to procure equipment that ity (413 FLTS) provides Air Force Special Operations Com- Project Name: Coordinated Operation of Un- Account: MCAF mand (AFSOC) MC–130 Combat Shadow air- manned Vehicles for Littoral Defense Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Hurlburt craft with vastly improved situational aware- Account: RDN Air Force Base Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Florida In- Address of Requesting Entity: Hurlburt Air ness in high threat arenas. These aircraft pro- stitute for Human and Machine Cognition Force Base vide clandestine or low visibility, low level mis- Address of Requesting Entity: 40 South Description of Request: $9,400,000—Flight sions into denied areas to provide support to Alcaniz Street, Pensacola, FL 32502 Test Operations Facility (413 FLTS), Hurlburt small SOF ground teams as well as to provide Description of Request: $2,000,000—Co- Air Force Base. I requested these funds to a air refueling for specialized infiltration aircraft. ordinated Operation of Unmanned Vehicles for construct a facility to conduct developmental This equipment provides real time information Littoral Defense, General Dynamics. I re- and qualification testing of aircraft. A modern to include; immediate intelligence, Blue Force quested these funds to perform research to: facility is necessary to ensure mission suc- tracking (friendly units), and survivor informa- develop a fully-functioning prototype of bio- cess, minimize acquisition costs and fielding tion, greatly improving mission success and logically inspired robotic concepts uniquely delays. Functional areas include administra- survivability. The entity to receive funding for this project suited to the littoral environment; to develop tion, operations and special purpose areas in- is DRS Technologies located at 651 Anchors and evaluate policies and metrics for optimal cluding open storage area with SIPRNET, St., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. I certify that resource utilization and for effective configura- workshop/maintenance area with compressed neither I nor my spouse has any financial in- tion and control of hybrid teams of people and air, a hoist system and an electrical system heterogeneous unmanned systems and to as- terest in this project. capable of providing multi-phase power and Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s sure effective tasking of physically distributed covered outside storage. humans and heterogeneous configurations of policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this The entity to receive funding for this project request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- unmanned platforms to best support littoral op- is Hurlburt Air Force Base located at Hurlburt erations. gram named after a sitting Member of Con- AFB, Florida. I certify that neither I nor my gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass The entity to receive funding for this project spouse has any financial interest in this is the Florida Institute for Human and Machine through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all project. statutory requirements for matching funds Cognition located at 40 South Alcaniz Street, Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s Pensacola, FL 32502. I certify that neither I where applicable. policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF nor my spouse has any financial interest in request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- MILLER this project. gram named after a sitting Member of Con- Project Name: Joint Gulf Complex Test and Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Training policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all Account: RDDW request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- statutory requirements for matching funds Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Boeing gram named after a sitting Member of Con- where applicable. Address of Requesting Entity: 634 Anchors gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF St NW Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all MILLER Description of Request: $3,000,000—Joint statutory requirements for matching funds Project Name: Gulf Range Mobile Instru- Gulf Complex Test and Training, Boeing. I re- where applicable. mentation Capability quested these funds to provide critical training

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I certify that neither I nor my spouse where applicable. date requirements for joint testing of weapons has any financial interest in this project. f systems that are revolutionary in nature and Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s being developed for the War on Terrorism. policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- The Joint Gulf Range must accommodate crit- request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 ical joint training requirements specifically in gram named after a sitting Member of Con- support of U.S. Air Force Special Operations gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass SPEECH OF Command and U.S. Special Operations Com- through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all HON. PHIL GINGREY mand. statutory requirements for matching funds OF GEORGIA The entity to receive funding for this project where applicable. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is Boeing located at 634 Anchors St NW Fort Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF Walton Beach, FL 32548. I certify that neither MILLER Wednesday, June 24, 2009 I nor my spouse has any financial interest in Project Name: Moving Target Strike The House in Committee of the Whole this project. Account: RDAF House on the State of the Union had under Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s Legal Name of Requesting Entity: General consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this Atomics/Alpha Data Corporation thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- Address of Requesting Entity: 1326 Lewis military activities of the Department of De- gram named after a sitting Member of Con- Turner Blvd Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 fense, to prescribe military personnel gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Description of Request: $3,000,000—Mov- strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other purposes: through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all ing Target Strike, General Atomics/Alpha Data statutory requirements for matching funds Corporation. I requested these funds for GPS- Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Chair, as we where applicable. guided weapons systems. The project will consider H.R. 2647, the National Defense Au- Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF demonstrate the ability to strike a time-critical thorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010, I would MILLER moving target with a low cost GPS guided like to say a special thanks to Chairman SKEL- Project Name: LAIRCM for AFSOC MC–130 weapon using coordinates derived and com- TON and Ranking Member MCKEON—as well Account: PDW municated from a single platform. GPS guided as to subcommittee Chairman ABERCROMBIE Legal Name of Requesting Entity: L–3 weapons are replacing higher cost laser guid- and Ranking Member BARTLETT—for their tire- Crestview ed and seeker weapons throughout DoD. The less efforts in support of our soldiers, sailors, Address of Requesting Entity: 5486 Fairchild ability to use the GPS guided weapons airmen, and marines who are bravely defend- Road Crestview, FL 32539 against moving targets furthers this trend and ing us at home and abroad. Description of Request: $4,000,000— reduces overall costs of weapon systems. While not a perfect bill, this legislation cov- LAIRCM for AFSOC MC–130, L–3. I re- The entity to receive funding for this project ers a wide scope of issues that are vitally im- quested these funds for enhanced protection is General Atomics/Alpha Data Corporation lo- portant to our Armed Services, both active and of AFSOC’s C–130 aircraft operating in com- cated at 1326 Lewis Turner Blvd Fort Walton reserve component, and it clearly addresses bat conditions where man-portable infrared Beach, FL 32547. I certify that neither I nor the most pressing needs of our troops in a missiles are present. Current counter- my spouse has any financial interest in this very trying time for America. A 3.4% pay raise measures, during critical phases of their mis- project. for all members of the Armed Forces will fur- sion, have marginal effectiveness. This is Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s ther reduce the military-civilian pay disparity. I needed to protect lives and assets in current policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this am very pleased with the work the Committee and future missions in the Global War on Ter- request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- has done this year to authorize $368 million ror. gram named after a sitting Member of Con- for the advance procurement of long-lead sup- The entity to receive funding for this project gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass plies needed to build 12 additional F–22’s in is L–3 located at 5486 Fairchild Road through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all 2011. The F–22 is the world’s most capable Crestview, FL 32539. I certify that neither I nor statutory requirements for matching funds fighter, and these funds will go a long way to- my spouse has any financial interest in this where applicable. wards providing stability for our forces and en- project. suring that America maintains air dominance Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF MILLER for the foreseeable future. policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this While I applaud the work of the Committee request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- Project Name: Virtual Perimeter Monitoring System (VPMS) in addressing pressing readiness issues, I am gram named after a sitting Member of Con- however concerned about the deep cuts to gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Account: RDDW Legal Name of Requesting Entity: DRS missile defense. A viable missile defense sys- through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all Technologies tem is critical to deterring and countering statutory requirements for matching funds Address of Requesting Entity: 651 Anchors emerging threats to our national security—es- where applicable. St., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 pecially as Iran and North Korea develop their Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF Description of Request: $2,000,000—Virtual nuclear capabilities. I look forward to working MILLER Project Name: Mobile Learning Cultural Perimeter Monitoring System (VPMS), DRS with Chairman SKELTON, Ranking Member Training for Military Personnel Technologies. I requested these funds to pro- MCKEON, and the rest of the Committee as Account: OMN vide a perimeter monitoring system of remote this bill moves forward to address these pro- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University sensors for detecting and alerting security per- gram needs. of West Florida sonnel of intrusions in defined areas of inter- While there is much to be proud of in this Address of Requesting Entity: 11000 Univer- est at critical facilities. Virtual Perimeter Moni- bill, I am disappointed that the Rules Com- sity Parkway Pensacola, FL 32514 toring System (VPMS) provides continuous mittee failed to make any of my four amend- Description of Request: $1,500,000—Mobile and persistent surveillance of areas of interest ments in order. These were commonsense Learning Cultural Training for Military Per- to include near real time monitoring of air amendments, Mr. Chair, that would make the sonnel, University of West Florida. I requested fields, ports, depots and other critical infra- Department of Defense (DoD) more effective these funds to provide regional cultural aware- structures. in carrying out its mission. ness training through multiple mobile devices The entity to receive funding for this project The first amendment I offered to this bill and through the Navy Knowledge Online is DRS Technologies located at 651 Anchors would have ensured that no detainees at the (NKO) portal. Cultural awareness and lan- St., Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. I certify that Guantanamo Bay detention facility are trans- guage skills are critical for operations in Iraq neither I nor my spouse has any financial in- ported to the United States. The American and Afghanistan. This project builds on pre- terest in this project. people have spoken on this issue with 55% of vious projects by the University of West Flor- Consistent with the Republican Leadership’s them opposed to allowing terrorists to be ida on mobile learning instructional delivery policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that this transported to American soil. Further, a June and on an Arabic Language and Cultural request (1) is not directed to any entity or pro- 12, 2009 letter from the Director of the Federal Awareness for-credit certificate program. gram named after a sitting Member of Con- Bureau of Prisons to my colleague, Trent The entity to receive funding for this project gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Franks, stated that ‘‘there is insufficient bed is the University of West Florida located at through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all space in any high-security Federal prison to

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VC4 is these detainees, we would most likely confine IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one of a number of joint wastewater projects them in ADX Florence and in one or more Thursday, June 25, 2009 between the cities of Vista and Carlsbad. VC4 high-security penitentiaries. Depending on the is one of two pipelines that convey all of the Mr. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today numbers, this might require us to transfer a wastewater from the City of Vista to the to acknowledge, honor, and celebrate the Fish sufficient number of inmates to other peniten- Encina regional wastewater treatment facility. and Loaves Community Pantry for serving its tiaries in order to create the necessary bed In April 2007, the 24-inch ductile iron pipeline one millionth pound of food to people in need space. Such transfers would impose signifi- ruptured creating a significant sewage spill from across the Downriver area. Since its cant additional challenges on our agency.’’ into the Buena Vista Lagoon. The 2,400 foot opening in 2007, Fish and Loaves continues Clearly the transfer of these detainees to any- long 24-inch diameter pipeline receives flow to collaborate with churches, food banks, and from the cities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and where in America is dangerous and must be hundreds of volunteers to provide cost-free, prohibited. Vista. This is the only year of funding needed quality groceries to thousands of families and to complete this aspect of the project. The cit- My second amendment would express the individuals. ies of Carlsbad and Vista will provide the re- sense of Congress that active military per- Tough economic times have made acquiring maining funds required for the project directly. even basic necessities difficult for many resi- sonnel who live in or are stationed in Wash- f ington, DC, would be exempt from the Dis- dents of Southeastern Michigan. Many of the trict’s firearms restrictions. On June 26, 2008, people that Fish and Loaves serve are below EARMARK DECLARATION the Supreme Court of the United States in the the poverty line, lack medical coverage, and case, District of Columbia v. Heller, held that struggle to pay for essential services. HON. W. TODD AKIN the Second Amendment protects an individ- The organizers of the Fish and Loaves OF MISSOURI Community Pantry recognized this and, in re- ual’s right to possess a firearm for traditionally IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sponse, churches and volunteers joined to- lawful purposes, and thus, ruled that the Dis- Thursday, June 25, 2009 trict of Columbia’s handgun ban and require- gether in remarkable collaboration to construct ments that rifles and shotguns in the home be a special kind of food pantry. The facility, lo- Mr. AKIN. Madam Speaker, in accordance kept unloaded and disassembled or outfitted cated in Taylor, is arranged as a small grocery with House Republican Conference standards, with a trigger lock to be unconstitutional. How- store in which individuals may select the items and Clause 9 of rule XXI, I submit the fol- ever, the D.C. City Council has circumvented they need most, which include quality products lowing member requests regarding H.R. 2647, the Supreme Court ruling by enacting the Fire- like fresh produce, dairy products, frozen the National Defense Authorization Act of meat, and perishable items. Of course, every- arms Control Emergency Amendment Act of 2010. thing is still provided at no cost to the client. 2008, making a waiver necessary to ensure Project: Air Filtrations Systems for Heli- The pantry serves the residents of Taylor, that our military men and women—of which copters Romulus, Allen Park, Southgate, Dearborn there are 40,000 in Washington and who have Account: Department of Defense, Army, Air- Heights, and Brownstown. been trained in firearm use—are permitted to craft Modifications Fish and Loaves provides assistance to Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Aero- safely carry a firearm in the District. those in need with both efficiency and dignity space Filtration Systems, Inc. A further amendment would prohibit DoD ci- by providing a wide variety of foods and Address of Requesting Entity: 4 Research vilian employees from using official paid work household products from which to choose. Park Dr, Suite 200, St Charles, MO, USA time for union activities, ensuring that Amer- The hard work and dedication of the Board Description of Request: To provide ican taxpayers are not subsidizing labor orga- and volunteers is the source of its great suc- $2,000,000 to install barrier filtration systems nizations. DoD was one of the largest abusers cess and support it gives to the thousands of on National Guard aircraft. This request would of using ‘‘official time’’ for union activity. Its individuals and families it helps to feed. allow the National Guard to obtain dramatic total number of official time hours in FY 2008 Madam Speaker, I ask that all of my col- savings by reducing engine replacements and was 331,099 (a 5.1% increase from FY 2007). leagues join me in honoring the Fish and thus maintenance, keeping overall engine per- OPM estimated the official time wage cost for Loaves Community Food Pantry on its mil- formance from being reduced due to erosion the DoD was $12,141,699 for FY 2008, which lionth pound of food served. It is an exemplary and Foreign Object damage (FOD), and in- is an $855,694 increase from FY 2007. This is organization that continues to be an invaluable creasing readiness rates of the ARNG fleet. just one example of union activity being sub- member of the Southeastern Michigan com- The earmark will address a portion of the sidized by taxpayer dollars on official time. munity and for which I, and thousands others, ARNG fleet to include: AH–64A APU Barrier are truly grateful. My final amendment would have provided Filter—32 Aircraft; AH–64D APU Barrier Fil- the Secretary of Defense with a waiver from f ter—48 Aircraft; CH–47 APU Barrier Filter—80 Aircraft; OH–58A/C Engine Barrier Filter—50 section 526 of the Energy Independence and EARMARK DECLARATION Security Act of 2007 regarding the procure- Aircraft. AFS Barrier Filtration Systems cap- ment of alternative fuels if the Secretary feels ture 99% of the dirt and debris that would oth- HON. BRIAN P. BILBRAY erwise enter the engine or APU and cause a that a waiver is appropriate to enhance the OF CALIFORNIA readiness of the Armed Forces. Section 526 significant loss of performance. This prevents IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES engines/APU’s from being removed from the prohibits all federal agencies from contracting Thursday, June 25, 2009 aircraft for costly maintenance or overhaul. for alternative fuels that emit higher levels of Engine overhaul costs could cost as much as greenhouse gas emissions than ‘‘conventional Mr. BILBRAY. Madam Speaker, I submit the $300,000 on one engine. By extending the life petroleum sources.’’ DoD accounts for over following: of the engine/APU up to 11 times, the savings 80% of all federal government fuel usage, and Requesting Member: Congressman BRIAN from one installation kit could be as high as its annual fuel expense more than doubled be- BILBRAY $6.6M on one AH–64 helicopter alone. AFS tween 2003 and 2007—from $5.2 billion to Bill Number: H.R. 2996—Department of the barrier filters in use by the U.S. Army in the $12.6 billion. The Secretary of Defense needs Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies deserts of Iraq and Afghanistan have been a waiver from section 526 so that DoD’s fuel Appropriations Act, 2010 proven extremely effective. These kits have al- costs can be kept low. Account: Environmental Protection Agency, State Tribal Assistance Grants lowed engines to reach TBO and have been Mr. Chair, there is much to be proud of in Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of a major part of unprecedented readiness rates this bill. I again commend Chairman SKELTON Carlsbad, CA for the aircraft fleets. and Ranking Member MCKEON for their efforts Address: 1200 Carlsbad Village Drive, Project: Hyperspectral Imaging for Improved to keep this bill focused on the needs of the Carlsbad, CA 92008 Force Protection (HYPER–IFP) war-fighter, a fact that I hope is not lost as we Description of Request: I received an ear- Account: Department of Defense, Army, progress through the amendment process. mark of $500,000 for the Vista-Carlsbad Inter- RDT&E (CERDEC, NVESD, Special Projects)

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.023 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1585 Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Clean energy storage systems that are capable of Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Kemco Earth Technologies, LLC. high power pulses, on the order of megawatts, Aerospace Manufacturing Address of Requesting Entity: 13378 Lake- to be delivered in the hundreds of microsec- Address of Requesting Entity: 3616 Scarlet front Drive, Earth City, MO, USA onds to one millisecond time range to make Oak Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63122 Description of Request: To provide these weapons successful. Approximately Description of Request: To provide $5,400,000 for the Hyper-IFP (Hyper spectral 21% of the funds will be used for salaries for $3,600,000 for bonded cellular aluminum heli- Sensor for Improved Force Protection) Pro- four (4) employees, 43% for equipment and copter tail rotor blades that are well suited for gram. The introduction of a Hyper-IFP in FY08 materials, and 36% for indirect costs associ- military helicopter structures which operate in is allowing the detection and recognition of hu- ated with completing the project. This project demanding environmental conditions and must mans (with a near zero false alarm rate) and has received past funding of $2.6 million in be battle damage tolerant. Unlike traditional providing indication of other certain physio- FY’07, $2.4 million in FY’08, and $800,000 in aluminum honeycomb, the vented/drained cel- logical triggers that can indicate that a person FY’09. Crosslink, University of Missouri-St. lular bonded structure redistributes load paths is under extreme stress such as contemplating Louis, University of Missouri-Rolla and Univer- around damaged areas and has eliminated ‘‘bad’’ behavior. To date successful develop- sity of Florida have collaborated to develop corrosion problems associated with traditional ment, test and evaluation has been done in new polyaniline and PXDOT (poly(3,4- aluminum honeycomb structures; dramatically the lab, though these systems have not been Alkylenedioxythiophene—Conjugated electro- improving life cycle costs. This technology of- fully optimized for theatre operation or for active polymers). The results of this collabora- fers significant advantages compared with cur- costs. The continued funding of Hyper-IFP will tion will be the development of devices capa- rent structural technologies that were designed operationalize and integrate the knowledge ble of power delivery rates significantly faster over 30 years ago, including 82% reduced gain in the lab and apply it in a true-fielded than standard supercapacitors. parts count, elimination of skin delamination, application at an affordable cost. The Hyper- Project: Aircrew Body Armor and Load Car- significantly enhanced battle damage toler- IFP system will also be environmentally hard- riage Vest System ance and field reparability benefits. The ened to allow field deployment and allow inte- Account: Other Procurement—U.S. Air tongue and groove joint structures reduce the gration w/other FP sensors in the last quarter Force amount of touch labor required as well as tool- of 2009. Hyper-IFP is focused on the missions Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Eagle In- ing costs. This has the potential to reduce pro- of Perimeter Security, Suicide Bomb Detection dustries curement costs by 20–30%. and Urban Route Recon. Utility will be dem- Address of Requesting Entity: 1000 Biltmore Project: Adaptive-Defense HIPPIE (High- speed Internet Protocol Packet Inspection En- onstrated through an evaluation in both the Drive, Fenton, MO 63026 gine) on a Chip. Southwest border and contingency mission in Description of Request: To provide Account: Department of Defense, Army, $9,000,000 to issue the Aircrew Body Armor Southwest Asia. This effort will require RDT&E leveraging the current Force Protection sensor Load Carriage Vest System, an integrated Legal Name of Requesting Entity: suite designs for the missions cites to maintain body armor vest system, to aircrew personnel. TechGuard Security, LLC interoperability. In the end, this request fo- The system provides fire retardancy and bal- Address of Requesting Entity: 743 Spirit 40 cuses on both achieving data verification, and listics protection from a wide array of threats Park Drive, Chesterfield, MO 63005 the delivery of sufficient hardware to validate including small arms fire, fragmenting shrapnel Description of Request: Provide $6,000,000 the Technical Data package for re-procure- and spall, while decreasing the heat stress to enhance the Army’s Cyber Security. This ment as well as demonstrate the system’s and weight burdens faced by airmen. Cur- project puts the rapid and power-conserving ability to deploy to DoD/DHS users for the rently issued aircrew flight equipment survival High-speed Internet Protocol Packet Inspec- missions described. The Night Vision Elec- vests are not body armor-compatible due to tion Engine’s (HIPPIE) security capability on a tronic Sensors Directorate, Ft. Belvoir, Vir- weight, heat, and survivability concerns. Cur- silicon chip. This funding will allow for devel- ginia, is very supportive of this project. rent issue is not fire retardant and fails to opment of a Nano-power supply and a nano- Project: Backpack Medical Oxygen System meet the present needs of the U.S. Air Force. memory capability. It will enhance the coalition (BMOS) Of the $9 million, approximately 25% is for warrior and the US Warfighter’s communica- Account: Department of Defense, Air Force, materials; 25% is for labor; and 50% is for tion security and access control through dis- RDT&E armor and armor integration. creet deployment with secure remote-con- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Essex This request is consistent with the intended trolled chip-level destruction in the event a de- Cryogenics of Missouri Inc. and authorized purpose of the U.S. Air vice is compromised. This enhanced capability Address of Requesting Entity: 8007 Chivvis Force—Other Procurement account. If funded at the chip-level allows for deployment directly Drive, St. Louis, MO 63123–2395 in full, this is a one-time funding request with into the hands of the warfighter engaged in Description of Request: To provide the goal of the Air Force using internally budg- traditional and irregular warfare. $2,900,000 for improving Air Force oxygen eted funding to continue fielding the system to Project: JSOW–ER generation technology for emergency field aircrew personnel. Account: Department of Defense, Navy, medical rescues. With modification, the Back- Project: Mission Equipment Technology Im- RDT&E pack Medical Oxygen System (BMOS) is the plementation (METI) Legal Name of Requesting Entity: LaBarge system that satisfies the USAF Requirement Account: Department of Defense, Army, Inc. for a small deployable oxygen generator sys- RDT&E Address of Requesting Entity: 9900 Clayton tem. This spiral development program for the Legal Name of Requesting Entity: QinetiQ Road, St. Louis, MO 63124 BMOS system will significantly decrease the North America (Formerly Westar Aerospace Description of Request: Provide $6,500,000 time and funds required to field critical capa- and Defense Group) for Joint Stand Off Weapon (JSOW) a GPS- bilities needed today by our warfighters. The Address of Requesting Entity: 36 Research guided air-to-ground weapon designed to at- U.S. Air Force requirement for oxygen is a Park Ct., St. Charles, MO 63304, USA tack a variety of targets in day, night and ad- minimum of 93% pure oxygen at 6 liters per Description of Request: To provide verse weather conditions. The 70+ mile range minute for critically injured personnel and the $5,300,000 for funding to complete the METI of JSOW allows launch aircraft to stand off be- BMOS satisfies that requirement. plan initiated by the Aeromechanics division 3 yond the range of most Surface-to-Air mis- Project: High Power Electrolytic Super-Ca- years ago. This funding will complete the de- siles. There is a need for a small number of pacitors Based on Conducting Polymers velopment of a robust enterprise level data re- weapons with greater stand off. Currently the Account: Department of Defense, Army, pository that supports the Aviation Engineering Navy fills this requirement with SLAM–ER, RDT&E, Weapons and Munitions Technology Directorate’s (AED) airworthiness release mis- Harpoon and Tomahawk. The Navy completed Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Crosslink, sion to rapidly develop and deploy mission its relatively small buy of fewer than 500 Inc equipment tools. The AED will have the capa- SLAM–ERs in 2004. A new variant of JSOW Address of Requesting Entity: 950 Bolger bility to data mine and analyze complex data (JSOW–ER Block IV) would have a range and Court, St. Louis, MO 63026 to determine trend information to reduce high lethal capability equal to or greater than Description of Request: To provide cycle times between flight tests and airworthi- SLAM–ER and would satisfy the warfighter’s $9,000,000 for the development of State of the ness releases. need at less than half the cost of SLAM–ER. art electrolytic supercapacitors for the purpose Project: Bonded Cellular Aluminum Tail An existing engine from the Miniature Air- of supplying Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) weap- Rotor Blades Launched Decoy program will be used to ex- ons, which are dubbed the ‘‘Objective Force Account: Department of Defense, Army, tend the range of JSOW–ER to more than four Weapons,’’ with quick discharging/recharging RDT&E times of the current glide version.

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Madam Speaker, Gabriel perience rapid population growth and there is ing Entity: 1053 Spruce Street, P.O. Box 3348, Perez, the Director of the Saginaw Michigan a critical need to plan for the future. The coun- Allentown, PA 18106, Description of Request: Aleda E. Lutz Veterans Affairs Medical Center, ty’s program is working to address the protec- This funding will be used to build a waste- has been appointed as the new Health Sys- tion of groundwater resources, stormwater water collection system for the Vera Cruz area tem Administrator/Medical Center Director of drainage and detention, stream and wetland of Upper Milford Township. On-lot sewer dis- the Veterans Affairs HealthCare System in protection, and sustainable growth all into a posal systems in the area are failing, causing Phoenix, Arizona. He will start his new posi- single program. Ongoing and future develop- environmental damage and public health con- tion on July 19, 2009. ment poses serious challenges because of the cerns. The project will provide central sewer Mr. Perez graduated from Loyola University reduction of the land’s ability to absorb precipi- service to approximately 284 properties in the in 1968, attended the University of California tation and the continuing pressure to develop village of Vera Cruz and the surrounding area. at Los Angeles Law School and obtained his flood prone areas. The McHenry County gov- Funds will be used for construction, engineer- Master’s Degree in Public and Health Care ernment has already invested over $615,000 ing services and purchase of capacity in Administration from the University of Southern of local resources in studying local ground- downstream transportation and treatment fa- California. Prior to his work with the Depart- water resources and stormwater investiga- cilities. ment of Veterans Affairs, Mr. Perez spent sev- tions. The local USGS entity to receive fund- f eral years working for the Los Angeles County ing for this request is the Illinois Water Department of Health Services and teaching Science Center at 1201 West University Ave- EARMARK DECLARATION courses at the university level in medical legal nue, Suite 100, in Urbana, Illinois 61801, who law and personnel. will work in partnership with McHenry County HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN Prior to becoming the Director of the Lutz to implement this initiative. OF NEW JERSEY Veterans Affairs Medical Center in 2000, Mr. Madam Speaker, I want to take this oppor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Perez was the Chief Operating Officer and tunity to thank the Chairman of the House Ap- Thursday, June 25, 2009 Acting Director of the Honolulu VA Medical propriations Committee, Representative DAVID and Regional Office Center. Since assuming OBEY, and the Ranking Minority Member, Rep- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Madam Speaker, his duties in Saginaw, he led the facility to im- resentative JERRY LEWIS, and the Chairman of pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- prove its overall performance and move to a the Interior and Environment Appropriations ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- top ten spot among Department of Veterans Subcommittee, Representative NORM DICKS, lowing information regarding earmarks I re- Affairs facilities nationwide, ranking 3rd in the and the Ranking Minority Member, Represent- ceived as part of the Fiscal Year 2010 Interior, nation for its hospital grouping. From October ative MIKE SIMPSON, for working with me in a Environment and Related Agencies Appropria- 2005 to August 2006 he also served as Acting bipartisan manner to include this critical re- tions Act. Director of the Veterans Affairs Ann Arbor quest in this spending bill. Bill: H.R. 2996, Department of the Interior, Healthcare System. f Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- Patient care and safety has been his pri- priations Act, 2010 mary concern and his practices have earned EARMARK DECLARATION Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- him the respect of his peers. The delivery effi- frastructure ciencies he developed have been adopted na- HON. CHARLES W. DENT Legal Name and Address of Requesting En- tionwide and have won awards for improving OF PENNSYLVANIA tity: Borough of Hopatcong located at 111 VeteranCare delivery. He is a member of sev- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES River Styx Road, Hopatcong, New Jersey 07843. eral professional organizations and community Thursday, June 25, 2009 groups. His work with veterans, Hispanics, Description of Request: H.R. 2996 includes workers and children has been recognized nu- Mr. DENT. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the $500,000 for the Borough of Hopatcong’s merous times and he is a regular participant in House Republican Leadership standards on Drinking Water Disinfection Improvement efforts to promote veterans and Hispanics at earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- project to provide safe drinking water to the the local and national levels. mation regarding projects that are listed in residents of the Borough. The funds will be Madam Speaker, Gabriel Perez has brought H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- used to install large diameter pipes at public insight and innovation to the day-to-day oper- vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- community supply wells to improve the dis- ations of the Lutz Veterans Affairs Medical tions Act, 2010: infection of the raw water before being distrib- Center over the past 9 years. He has worked Bill Number: H.R. 2996, the Department of uted. to enhance the health and well-being of vet- the Interior, Environment, and Related Agen- Bill: H.R. 2996, Department of the Interior, erans, improve service to veterans, and ex- cies Appropriations Act, 2010, Account: Na- Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- pand accessibility for all veterans. I congratu- tional Park Service, Save America’s Treas- priations Act, 2010 late him on his new position and wish him the ures, Title: Saylor Cement Kilns Historic Pres- Account: Land Acquisition (Fish and Wildlife best as he enters this new phase of his life. ervation, Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Service) County of Lehigh, Address of Requesting Enti- Legal Name and Address of Requesting En- f ty: 17 South 7th Street, Allentown, PA 18101, tity: The entity to receive funding for this EARMARK DECLARATION Description of Request: This funding will be project is the Great Swamp National Wildlife used to stabilize and restore the historic Refuge located at 241 Pleasant Plains Road, HON. DONALD A. MANZULLO Coplay Company Cement Kilns, known locally Basking Ridge, New Jersey 07920. OF ILLINOIS as the Saylor Cement Kilns, a unique indus- Description of Request: H.R. 2996 includes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES trial feature built between 1892 and 1893 that $750,000 for the Great Swamp National Wild- is key to the Delaware & Lehigh National Her- life Refuge, a component of the Fish and Wild- Thursday, June 25, 2009 itage Corridor’s industrial story. The Saylor life Service. The Great Swamp Refuge is lo- Mr. MANZULLO. Madam Speaker, pursuant Cement Kilns are in a state of serious decay, cated in Morris County, New Jersey, about 26 to the Republican Leadership standards on prompting concerns about public safety and li- miles west of Manhattan’s Times Square. The earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- ability, as well as the potential loss of a signifi- refuge was established by an act of Congress mation regarding the earmark I secured as cant historical landmark in the Lehigh Valley on November 3, 1960. The protection of this part of H.R. 2996, Department of the Interior, region. Rehabilitating the kilns will have a gem of wilderness in the heart of dense subur- Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- positive impact on local economic develop- ban development is one of the success stories priations Act, 2010. ment through increased heritage tourism. of our National Wilderness Preservation Sys- My request, totaling $280,000, will come Once restored, the site will encourage use for tem. The funding would be used to acquire an from the Surveys, Investigations & Research historical education and community events. 18.31 acre parcel of land, known as the Great

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In ad- Here’s what we should do: TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 dition, a recent Pentagon study found that 11 First and foremost, we start with the ac- knowledgment that health care is a shared SPEECH OF percent of Iraq veterans and 20 percent of Af- ghanistan veterans suffer from post-traumatic responsibility. Every American will be ex- pected to get health coverage and employers HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY stress syndrome, an often disabling condition. will have to provide coverage or help pay to OF CALIFORNIA The expansion of the FMLA to include leave cover the cost of the uninsured. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for military families was much needed. The As President Obama has said, if you have Wednesday, June 24, 2009 provisions of Section 585 in H.R. 2647 help coverage, and you like it, you can keep it. clarify the original intent of the law. This means work-based coverage for most The House in Committee of the Whole f Americans, Medicare for seniors, Medicaid House on the State of the Union had under for our poorest and sickest, and continued consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- SUPPORTING HEALTH REFORM benefits for veterans. thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for For the nearly 50 million uninsured Ameri- military activities of the Department of De- cans, many of whom are working families, fense, to prescribe military personnel HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK we will help you buy either private or public strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other OF CALIFORNIA coverage. While everyone will have to pay purposes: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES part of their premiums, partial subsidies on Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Chair, while I cannot Thursday, June 25, 2009 a sliding scale will be established and can be support H.R. 2647, this legislation does con- used to buy either private or public insur- Mr. STARK. Madam Speaker, this past Sun- ance. tain important provisions regarding family and day my colleague from Pennsylvania, ALLYSON To ensure affordable, meaningful coverage, medical leave for military families. SCHWARTZ, addressed the issue of health re- we will change the ground rules in the insur- Last session, Congress passed—also in a form in a guest editorial for the Philadelphia ance market. Denying coverage or charging Defense Authorization bill—legislation to pro- Inquirer. In her piece she laid out an indis- more for preexisting conditions, health sta- vide military families with up to 26 weeks of putable case for why the current healthcare tus, or sex is going to stop. Insurers will have to simplify terms and procedures. And, leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act system has become unacceptable for Ameri- (FMLA) to care for injured servicemembers. I we expect insurers to pass those savings cans and what we must do to fix it. I encour- along to their consumers. had introduced this bill in the House, and its age all of my colleagues to read the article Next, we know that in order to control provisions implement one of the recommenda- and to work in the coming months to ensure costs and improve health-care outcomes, de- tions of the President’s Commission on Care that we enact affordable, quality health care livery of health services must be more effi- for America’s Returning Wounded Warriors, for all. cient, more accountable, and better coordi- chaired by Secretary Donna Shalala and Sen- nated. Changes in Medicare and the new pub- [From the Philadelphia Inquirer June 21, lic-insurance option will create choices for ator Bob Dole. 2009] Also included in the final legislation was an patients to find primary-care providers and OP-ED HEADLINE: FIXING HEALTH CARE will mean better continuity of care for those amendment introduced by Representative Health-care reform is the number-one issue with chronic diseases. We will gather, ana- ALTMIRE (with then Representative UDALL) to my constituents raise with me, and a leading lyze, and disseminate information on best provide up to 12 weeks of leave for military concern of business owners. For Democrats practices to doctors, nurses, and health pro- families who need this leave to deal with quali- in Congress, health-care reform is a moral viders, and then expect them to use it. And, fying exigencies arising out of the deployment and an economic imperative. we must have a renewed focus on primary of a servicemember to Iraq or Afghanistan. American families are facing inadequate care, encouraging future health-care pro- health coverage, mounting bills, and lack of Once this legislation became law, and the viders to enter the field and working to en- access to care. They like their doctors and sure their excellence. Bush Department of Labor issued regulations, appreciate the quality of care provided by Third, we have to strengthen our commit- we realized that corrections needed to be their hospitals. But, they have deep worries ment to innovation and technology. Ameri- made to these FMLA provisions to truly effec- that their current coverage may change sud- cans have always been scientists and tuate their purpose to assist military families denly and limit access to their doctor or to innovators, and we must keep investing in when these families need time off from work. needed benefits. the next generation of medicines, tech- Section 585 of H.R. 2647 does just that; and Business owners are struggling to pay for nologies, devices, and cures. Finally, without increased personal re- clarifies: health benefits for their workers, forcing them to pass greater costs to employees or sponsibility, Americans will not be That family members of certain seriously ill drop coverage. healthier. We must take greater responsi- and injured veterans are entitled to the 26 Increasing costs for the federal govern- bility in the way we get health care and the weeks of leave; and ment are neither sustainable, nor producing way we take care of ourselves. If we don’t, That the family members of regular active the health outcomes they should. Taxpayers we all pay the consequences—from lost pro- servicemembers (and not just reservists and pay 46 percent of our nation’s $2.5 trillion ductivity, to the cost of expensive care, to members of the national guard) are entitled to health-care costs. And, just as in the private personal pain and suffering. 12 weeks of leave for ‘‘exigencies’’ when they market, costs are skyrocketing. The share of Setting our nation toward a healthier, more economically competitive future will are deployed away from home. our GDP devoted to health-care spending has doubled in the last 20 years, threatening our take fair and responsible financial invest- Finally, Section 585 provides that exigency budget stability. ment. We are committed to covering the cost leave will be available when a servicemember The status quo is unacceptable and of health reform. To do so, we will consider is to be deployed anywhere overseas and not unsustainable. We must do a better job to means that are appropriate, fair, shared, and just overseas in support of a contingency op- contain costs for families, businesses, and the least disruptive to economic growth and eration (e.g. Iraq or Afghanistan). the government, and to ensure meaningful, financial security for our families. The presi- The FMLA is intended to help individuals affordable coverage for all Americans. dent has asked that those making under balance their family and work obligations. Mil- Can we? I believe we can by keeping what $250,000 not be burdened by higher taxes. works, fixing what doesn’t, and demanding lions of working people are now eligible for un- These are the parameters; the decisions will quality care and greater value for our dollar. be difficult, but ones that you have en- paid job protected leave. When the Act was In the first three months of this new ad- trusted to us. passed in 1993, it was a giant step and is of ministration, we did more to strengthen Much of the cost of health-care reform will great importance to working families. health care than in the prior decade. We ex- come from savings within the system. Re- Since a majority of military spouses work, panded affordable health coverage to 11 mil- ducing hospitalizations, duplicative testing, they too must balance work and family. They lion American children, took major steps to and medical errors, ending the current over- work to put food on the table and support their modernize medicine through health-informa- payments to private insurance companies tion technology, invested significantly in families. But they face additional challenges that contract with Medicare, and insisting lifesaving medical research, and ensured on better prices for prescription drugs for because their lives are disrupted by multiple that U.S. workers and their families hurt seniors will result in hundreds of billions of deployments, involving not only reservists and hardest by this recession continue to have dollars of savings. members in the National Guard, but those access to health coverage when they lose a Besides the significant dollars that will servicemembers in regular active duty as well. job. come from savings and new premiums paid

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LEONARD LANCE having significantly contributed to seven expe- these decisions are too hard, that health- OF NEW JERSEY ditions to Antarctica and twenty in the Arctic. care reform cannot be done, but I believe IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Her exemplary teaching led her to serve in the that today even ‘‘Harry and Louise,’’ who Thursday, June 25, 2009 distinguished role of Vice Provost and Dean of helped stop reform before, would tell us re- Undergraduate Education from 1999 to 2004, form is a necessity. If our businesses are to Mr. LANCE. Madam Speaker, pursuant to and subsequently as the first director of the be economically competitive, our families the Republican Leadership standards on ear- ‘‘California Teach’’ program. Dr. Goff played a healthier, and our government fiscally marks, I am submitting the following informa- pivotal role in creating this program, estab- sound, we must find a uniquely American so- tion regarding earmarks I received as part of lished to increase the number of highly trained lution to our health-care challenges. H.R. 2647—National Defense Authorization The time to act is now. K–12 science and mathematics teachers in Act for Fiscal Year 2010: f Authorized Amount: $4,800,000.00 California—something our nation desperately needs. She dedicated herself wholeheartedly PERSONAL EXPLANATION Project Name: Tactical Metal Fabrication (TacFab) to ensure that California, and indeed our great Funding Account/Service: RDA, Army Nation, increases its competitiveness in math HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON PE Number: 0602601A, Combat Vehicle and science in the 21st Century. OF ILLINOIS and Automotive Technology Line Number: 13 Professor Goff has received national and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Intended Recipient: SeaBox Inc., 450 Black international recognition for her scientific re- search, much of which has centered on cell- Thursday, June 25, 2009 Horse Lane, No. Brunswick, NJ 08902 The TacFab system, which is currently cell and genome interaction in algae and the Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, under development, will demonstrate a evolution of parasitism. Dr. Goff has been a on rollcall No. 425, I was present on the floor, tactically mobile rapid metal fabrication capa- solid pillar in the Monterey Bay community for but due to a malfunction, my vote was not re- bility that will be a companion unit to the Mo- years; not only as a distinguished professor, corded. bile Parts Hospital to provide spare and re- but also as an elementary science teacher, a Due to insufficient time to consider the sub- placement parts to our Warfighters in theater, naturalist and photographer. Her work em- ject before us, adjournment was the most re- and also as a stand-alone, metal casting re- bodies what California’s central coast prides: sponsible alternative. Thus my vote below source provided to domestic organic Army de- experiencing the beauty of nature, seeking to would be in the affirmative. pots and industrial facilities in support of understand the mysteries of our oceans’ flora Had I been present, I would have voted RESET activities. This final increment for FY and fauna and giving back to the community ‘‘yes.’’ 2010 will result in a mobile, rapidly deployable to ensure our posterity’s brighter future. f asset, both in theater and within the U.S. in I would like to thank her for her meritorious service to California and commend her for her EARMARK DECLARATION support of RESET operations. Once fully con- figured, the Army expects a 5x–10x reduction many accomplishments. HON. DAVID DREIER in delivery times for poured metal part base f shapes using TacFab versus conventional pro- EARMARK DECLARATION OF CALIFORNIA curement processes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TacFab’s containerized, mobile foundry to HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO the U.S. Army allows deployed forces to Thursday, June 25, 2009 OF WEST VIRGINIA produce spare and replacement parts in the Mr. DREIER. Madam Speaker, pursuant to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES field. This cuts the order time from weeks or the Republican Leadership standards on ear- months to 24 hours. Funding for this project Thursday, June 25, 2009 marks, I am submitting the following informa- will provide our troops with the parts they Mrs. CAPITO. Madam Speaker, pursuant to tion regarding earmarks I received as part of need to effectively complete their missions. the Republican Leadership standards on ear- H.R. 2996, the Fiscal Year 2010 Interior, Envi- Additionally, the system can be deployed at marks, I am submitting the following informa- ronment and Related Agencies Appropriations depots in CONUS assisting in RESET as cur- tion regarding earmarks I received as part of Act: rently exists. TacFab will reduce time waiting H.R. 2874, Commerce, Justice, Science, and Requesting Member: Congressman DAVID for parts and cut costs for DoD while ensuring Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010. DREIER our troops have the weapons they need as Awarded under: COPS TECH GRANT, Bill Number: H.R. 2996, the Fiscal Year soon as they need them so they may effec- Kanawha Prosecuters Case Management, 2010 Interior, Environment and Related Agen- tively complete their missions. Kanawha County Prosecuting Attorney, 700 cies Appropriations Act Washington Street, East Charleston, WV Account: EPA STAG Water and Wastewater f 25301. Infrastructure Project IN HONOR OF DR. GOFF This project would allow for the cost of im- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of Ar- plementation of the case management system, cadia, California HON. SAM FARR integration of the system with law enforcement Address of Requesting Entity: 240 West OF CALIFORNIA and hardware needed for both systems. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA 91066 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Awarded under: COPS TECH GRANT, Description of Request: Provide an earmark Thursday, June 25, 2009 Spencer PD Computer System, Spencer Po- of $500,000 for the cities of Arcadia and Si- lice Department, 116 Court St., Spencer, WV erra Madre for their Joint Water Infrastructure Mr. FARR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 25276. Projects. Arcadia’s project will provide for the recognize the outstanding life-work of Dr. Funding will be used to purchase a com- portion of the construction cost for the Baldwin Lynda J. Goff. Dr. Goff has served with dis- puter system for processing criminals and Reservoir Rehabilitation Project ($250,000). tinction as a Professor of Ecology and Evolu- case management. This project will provide for structural rein- tionary Biology at the University of California, Awarded under: COPS TECH GRANT, forcement of the existing reinforced concrete Santa Cruz for more than 30 years. Dr. Goff Weston Police Department Technology Up- reservoir to be able to withstand a seismic has decided to take the next step in her life, grade, Weston Police Department, 102 West event as identified in the Corps Seismic Reli- and is retiring from the University of California. 2nd Street, Weston, WV 26452. ability Study in 1997. Sierra Madre’s project While she will no longer be a faculty member, Funding would help establish a computer will provide for the portion of the construction her legacy of outstanding dedication to Cali- network in all police vehicles that is networked cost for its Water Supply Well Project fornia and the scientific community at large with the 911 center and the Weston Police ($250,000). This project will replace an exist- shall be persistent. Department and surrounding counties. ing well with a new high capacity well to pro- Dr. Goff is a devoted and truly inspiring biol- Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Repub- vide for groundwater supply reliability. Each ogy teacher. In the tenure of over three dec- lican Leadership standards on earmarks, I am

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They are considered ‘‘National Treasures’’ by the Smith- Funds would go towards the acquisition pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- sonian Institute. They have been inducted in 1,210 acres within the Monongahela National several halls of fames including: Nashville Forest. lowing information regarding earmarks I re- ceived as part of HR 2892 the Department of Country Hall of Fame in 1978, Western Hero’s Awarded under: Save America’s Treasures, Homeland Security Appropriations Act of 2010 Hall of Fame in 1984, Western Music Associa- Claymont Court Claymont, Society for Contin- Requesting Member: Congresswoman tion Hall of Fame in 1990 and the National uous Education, 667 Huyett Road, Charles CANDICE S. MILLER Cowboy Hall of Fame in 1995. The group won Town, WV 25414. Bill Number: HR2996 Vocal Group of the Year in 1970 and Band of This funding will go to underwrite initial Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- the Year in 1978. In 1986, their popular song phases for restoration of Claymount Court, a frastructure Project ‘‘Cool Water’’ was inducted into the Grammy national historic site of great significance. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: The office Hall of Fame. Sons of the Pioneers is truly a group who of the Oakland County Water Resources Com- deserves significant credit for the music they f missioner have created, the standards they have set, the Address of Requesting Entity: Oakland EARMARK DECLARATION achievements they have accomplished, and all County Water Resources Commissioner 1 the generations they have touched. Public Works Dr. Building 95 West, Waterford, This year celebrates the Sons of the Pio- HON. STEVEN C. LATOURETTE MI 48328 neers’ 75th Anniversary of creating and pre- Description of Request: This request, in the OF OHIO serving western music. It is truly an honor for amount of $500,000.00, would be used to help IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Southwest Missouri to be the home of such a rehabilitate the Oakland Macomb Interceptor. distinguished group. I wish Sons of the Pio- Thursday, June 25, 2009 This is critical to the environment and health neers continued success and many more and safety of the region. This interceptor has Mr. LATOURETTE. Madam Speaker, pursu- years of keeping western music alive for future experienced a catastrophic failure and is in generations to enjoy. ant to the Republican Leadership standards need of major repairs. on earmarks, I am submitting the following in- f f formation regarding earmarks I received as EARMARK DECLARATION part of H.R. 2996, Department of the Interior, IN RECOGNITION OF THE SONS OF Environment and Related Agencies Appropria- THE PIONEERS 75TH ANNIVER- HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT tions Act, 2010: SARY OF ALABAMA Requesting Member: Mr. STEVEN C. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES LATOURETTE HON. ROY BLUNT Thursday, June 25, 2009 Bill Number: H.R. 2996 OF MISSOURI Mr. ADERHOLT. Madam Speaker, pursuant IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Account: National Park Service, Construc- to the Republican Leadership standards on tion Account Thursday, June 25, 2009 earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Cuyahoga Mr. BLUNT. Madam Speaker, I rise today to mation regarding earmarks I received as part Valley National Park honor a legendary Ozarks western singing of H.R. 2847, the Commerce, Justice, and Address of Requesting Entity: 15610 group—Sons of the Pioneers, who will cele- Science Appropriations Bill: Vaughn Rd., Brecksville, Ohio 44141 brate their 75th anniversary of performing this Requesting Member: ADERHOLT Description of Request: Provide an earmark year. They are known worldwide for their vocal Bill Number: H.R. 2296, Department of the in the amount of $500,000 to carry out the blend, unique harmonies and special arrange- Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Cuyahoga Valley National Park’s Site and ments of their classic songs. Introduced in Appropriations Act, 2010 Structure Rehabilitation Program which is a 1934, the Sons of the Pioneers are reputed to Account: National Park Service, Save Amer- component of its General Management Plan. be the longest continually performing musical ica’s Treasures Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of With more than 250 historic structures, nearly group in the history of western music. Fort Payne 100 of which are on the National Register, the After about 50 years of touring, the Sons of Address of Requesting Entity: City of Fort park will use the full amount for restoration, re- the Pioneers decided to make Branson their Payne, 100 Alabama Ave., NW, Fort Payne, habilitation and stabilization of the buildings home. They settled at the Shepherd of the AL 35967 and the environment within the park. Protec- Hills, where they perform at the Sons of the Description of Request: ‘‘Historic Fort Payne tion of our nation’s national parks and their fa- Pioneers Pavilion. The six-member group en- Coal and Iron Building Rehabilitation, cilities is a relevant use of taxpayer dollars. tertains guests with western songs and sto- $150,000’’ Requesting Member: Mr. STEVEN C. ries. The funding would allow Fort Payne to cre- LATOURETTE The members have changed over the years, ate the construction documents, let bids, and Bill Number: H.R. 2996 but they all continue to present the music in its begin the phased rehabilitation of an important original form for everyone to enjoy. Account: U.S. Environmental Protection landmark. The building will house a cultural The founding members included Roy Rog- Agency, State and Tribal Assistance Grants center, which will serve the entire county. Tax- ers (Leonard Slye), Bob Nolan and Tim Spen- payer Justification: This building is located in Legal Name of Requesting Entity: The City cer, who was born in Webb City, Missouri, the Fort Payne Boom Town Historical District of Stow, Ohio which is now part of my congressional district. (National Register #88000444), and upon Address of Requesting Entity: 3760 Darrow Their unique style of music became widely ad- completion of renovation, will be a valuable Road, Stow, Ohio 44224 mired and copied. They composed many origi- asset in stimulating cultural tourism and rais- Description of Request: Provide an earmark nal songs, several of which have become true ing awareness of our heritage. The in the amount of $500,000 for the construction American classics. ‘‘Tumbling Tumbleweeds,’’ $150,000.00 appropriation will be applied to of a sanitary sewer system within the City of ‘‘Cool Water,’’ and ‘‘Riders in the Sky’’ were the project in the following manner: $40,000 Stow, Ohio. The full amount of the funding will part of a unique sound and style, which be- for the completion of the design phase (cre- be used for the construction and installation of came the traditional music of the American ation of construction documents); $30,000 for the new system. The City of Stow will provide cowboy and the West. the rehabilitation of the roof system; $30,000 $600,000 toward the total $1.1 million cost of The Sons of the Pioneers has had 33 mem- for the renovation of the exterior of the build- the project. Sanitary sewer systems protect bers, and has never disbanded. The Sons of ing; $50,000 for the installation of HVAC, human health and the environment. the Pioneers have performed in nearly 100 plumbing and electrical components.

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Requesting Member: ADERHOLT lowing information regarding earmarks I re- EARMARK DECLARATION Bill Number: H.R. 2296, Department of the ceived as part of H.R. 2996—the Department Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies of Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies HON. ROBERT E. LATTA Appropriations Act, 2010 Appropriations Act, 2010: OF OHIO Account: National Park Service, Save Amer- Requesting Member: Congressman PETER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ica’s Treasures KING Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University Bill Number: H.R. 2996 Thursday, June 25, 2009 of Montevallo Account: Environmental Protection Agen- Mr. LATTA. Madam Speaker, pursuant to Address of Requesting Entity: UM Station cy—STAG the Republican Leadership standards on ear- 6130, Montevallo, AL 35115 Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of marks, I am submitting the following informa- Description of Request: ‘‘Historic Montevallo Glen Cove tion regarding earmarks I received as part of Main Hall Renovation’’, $150,000 Address of Requesting Entity: 9 Glen Street, H.R. 2647, the National Defense Authorization Provide $150,000 to fund interior and exte- Glen Cove, NY 11542 Act for Fiscal Year 2010. rior renovation and an upgrade to existing Description of Request: $500,000 will be Requesting Member: Congressman ROBERT safety codes. Priorities include upgrades to used to rehabilitate and obtain technology for E. LATTA fire and life safety systems, HVAC systems, failing drinking and storm water infrastructure Bill Number: H.R. 2647, National Defense elevators, and toilet and shower rooms; en- that are critical to protection of the Long Island Autorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 hancements to interior cosmetics and fur- Sound, the community’s sole source aquifer, Account: AirForce; Research, Development, nishings; and an exterior renovation. Taxpayer and shoreline properties. Test & Evaluation, Air force (RDAF) Justification: This building anchors the f Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Metals Af- Montevallo campus and is a prominent feature EARMARK DECLARATION fordability Initiative (MAI) of the Olmsted Brother’s 1930 Master Plan. Address of Requesting Entity: 1138 by-the- Main Hall was placed on the National Register Shores Drive, Huron, OH 44839 of Historic Places in 1978. This project’s budg- HON. DEAN HELLER Description of Request: $10,000,000 for the et is $2.5 million. Within the budget is OF NEVADA initiation of 4 new, more immediate high-im- $150,000 for stone and masonry work, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pact programs, as well as sustaining ongoing $300,000 for metal cornice repairs, $250,000 Thursday, June 25, 2009 programs. These new industry-led programs for exterior painting, $1,600,000 for windows, Mr. HELLER. Madam Speaker, pursuant to will be directed at improvement in total sys- and $200,000 for professional services. This the Republican Leadership standards on ear- tems cost, fuel savings/energy management, request is consistent with the intended and au- marks, I am submitting the following informa- ‘‘green’’ (environmental impact), sustainment/ thorized purpose of the National Park Service, tion regarding earmarks I received as part of life extension, and access to space. The mis- Save America’s Treasures account. The Uni- H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- sion of MAI is to innovation to maintain leader- versity of Montevallo will meet or exceed all vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- ship in the strategic aerospace metals indus- statutory requirements for match funding tions Act, 2010: trial sector by using technology innovation to where applicable. Requesting Member: Congressman DEAN maintain global competitiveness while improv- DERHOLT Requesting Member: A HELLER ing performance and increasing affordablity of Bill Number: H.R. 2296, Department of the Bill Number: H.R. 2996 weapons systems. MAI’s main economic im- Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Account: Environmental Protection Agen- pact will be to maintain leadership in the stra- Appropriations Act, 2010 cy—STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastruc- tegic aerospace metals industrial sector by Account: STAG, Water and Wastewater In- ture Project using technology innovation to maintain global frastructure Project Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Lyon competitiveness. This industrial sector con- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of County Utilities tinues to be under pressure by foreign manu- Sulligent Address of Requesting Entity: 275 Main facturers, and investing in technology will help Address of Requesting Entity: City of Street, Yerington, NV 89447 sustain jobs. I certify that neither I nor my Sulligent, 5795 Highway 278, Sulligent, AL Description of Request: $500,000. This spouse has any financial interest in this 35586 project will expand the current wastewater project. Description of Request: ‘‘Water Supply treatment facility at Mound House to serve f Project’’, $500,000’’ residents currently on septic. This will help re- EARMARK DECLARATION The funding would be used for the planning, mediate the groundwater contamination cur- design, and construction of an additional water rently taking place downstream of the waste- supply well, an additional water storage tank, water treatment plant’s leach field. Through HON. SPENCER BACHUS and a booster pumping station, all to provide this project groundwater contamination can be OF ALABAMA an additional source of potable water and to reversed with improved wastewater treatment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES increase system pressures. Taxpayer Jus- and by eliminating the existing septic system. Thursday, June 25, 2009 tification: This funding will help meet the water f needs of a growing population. The proposed Mr. BACHUS. Madam Speaker, pursuant to project consists of the design and construction HICO POTHOLE PATCHING the Republican Leadership standards on ear- of a new water supply well and new water marks, I am submitting the following informa- storage tank. The project budget includes HON. JOHN R. CARTER tion for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL $315,000 for the construction of a new water OF TEXAS RECORD regarding funding that I requested as supply well, $600,000 for the construction of a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES part of H.R. 2996, Department of the Interior, new water storage tank, and $75,000 for the Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- Thursday, June 25, 2009 construction of a booster pumping station. In priations Act, 2010. addition, the budget includes $110,000 for en- Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, the resi- Requesting Member: Congressman SPEN- gineering services for a total estimated project dents of Hico, Texas deserve to be greatly CER BACHUS cost of $1,100,000. commended for the service they provided to Bill Number: H.R. 2996, Department of the f their own city through the Pothole Patching Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Project on March 7, 2009. One hundred and Appropriations Act, 2010 EARMARK DECLARATION fifty dedicated and eager volunteers prepared Account: National Park Service, Save Amer- for weeks for a long day of repairing the city’s ica’s Treasures HON. PETER T. KING roads. These hardworking volunteers not only Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University OF NEW YORK made their roads safer for residents and trav- of Montevallo IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES elers, but nurtured a strong sense of commu- Address of Requesting Entity: UM Station nity while doing it. The fellowship that this act 6130, Montevallo, AL 35115 Thursday, June 25, 2009 of volunteerism illustrates is nothing short of Description of Request: Provide $150,000 to Mr. KING of New York. Madam Speaker, honorable and I hope other cities can mirror fund interior and exterior renovation and an pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- this kind of community enthusiasm and re- upgrade to existing safety codes. The Main ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- sourcefulness. Hall renovation project will provide students

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Box 146, Chatom, Alabama the Force Main that will be replaced are under $250,000 for exterior painting, $1,600,000 for 36518 the travel lanes of Aloma Avenue. The road- windows, and $200,000 for professional serv- Description of Request: Provide an earmark way carries 33,000 vehicles per day and a col- ices. This request is consistent with the in- of $500,000 for Phase II of an ongoing project lapse of the Aloma Avenue pipe and a result- tended and authorized purpose of the National for unincorporated areas of Washington Coun- ing collapse of the road would be a major pub- Park Service, Save America’s Treasures ac- ty not currently served by sanitary sewers. lic health and safety liability. count. The University of Montevallo will meet The soils in some areas of the county are f or exceed all statutory requirements for match generally conducive to percolation and some funding where applicable areas are on soils that have higher water ta- EARMARK DECLARATION f bles that absorb water very slowly. Approxi- mately, $500,000 [or 100%] of funding will be HON. ZACH WAMP HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- used for construction, labor and materials of a OF TENNESSEE SARY OF JOHNSON MATTHEY low pressure, decentralized sanitary sewer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES INC. collection and treatment facility. The county is Thursday, June 25, 2009 currently working on phase I of this project HON. JIM GERLACH and phase II would construct a 30,000 GPD Mr. WAMP. Madam Speaker, as a leader on OF PENNSYLVANIA on-site treatment and disposal facility, collec- earmark reform, I am committed to protecting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion mains, interceptor tanks and pumps to taxpayers’ money and providing greater trans- provide homes and businesses with sanitary parency and a fully accountable process. H.R. Thursday, June 25, 2009 sewer. Washington County, the most economi- 2996, The Fiscal Year 2010 Interior, Environ- Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise cally challenged county in the state of Ala- ment, and Related Agencies Appropriations today to honor an outstanding southeastern bama, is home to a new steel plant that is pro- Act contains the following funding that I re- Pennsylvania manufacturer celebrating its viding 25,000 new construction jobs and 2,000 quested: 100th anniversary. fulltime jobs. This much needed project will Requesting Member: Rep. ZACH WAMP Johnson Matthey Inc. was officially incor- allow the county to continue to grow and re- Account: National Park Service—Construc- porated on June 30, 1909 and has grown from cruit even more industry. The Washington tion a platinum works shop in Philadelphia to a County Commission will provide dollar for dol- Legal Name Entity Receiving Funding: Moc- thriving business that employs approximately lar match for this project. casin Bend National Archeological District 8,700 workers at operations in more than 30 f Address: Moccasin Bend Road, Chat- countries. The company’s North America tanooga, Tennessee 37405 headquarters is in Wayne, Pennsylvania and CARNEGIE MEDAL Description of Request: Moccasin Bend Na- several plants operate throughout the Com- tional Archeological District, a unit of the monwealth of Pennsylvania. HON. JOHN R. CARTER Chickamauga and Chattanooga National Mili- Johnson Matthey focuses on catalysis, pre- OF TEXAS tary Park, has a rich and varied cultural history cious metals, fine chemicals and process tech- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with evidence of occupation dating back to the nology. While the company’s roots extend earliest human cultures in North America. back to the 19th Century, Johnson Matthey Thursday, June 25, 2009 Moccasin Bend was designated as a unit of has continued to develop its technology, dem- Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, I would like the National Park Service to preserve the onstrating the company’s ability to maintain to congratulate the family of Courtney E. But- area’s rich heritage for future generations. world leadership by adapting constantly to rap- ler from Stephenville, who was presented with There are no facilities for public enjoyment of idly changing customer needs. While adhering the Carnegie Medal for heroism for their these nationally significant resources. Moc- to rigorous environmental standards itself, daughter’s bravery in attempting to save a ci- casin Bend National Archeological District re- Johnson Matthey products have contributed vilian caught in a flood on a low water cross- ceived $500,000 for design and construction greatly to a cleaner environment and have en- ing. Miss Butler was only sixteen when she of an Interpretive Center and educational ex- hanced the quality of life for millions of people made her valiant attempt in May of last year, hibits to promote awareness of the archeo- around the world. and was swept up and drowned in the proc- logical district. Throughout the week of June 30, 2009, ess. It is citizens like this young girl who make Distribution of funding: Johnson Matthey management, employees, me proud to serve the great people of Texas Design development and construction 100% affiliate companies, parent company, and com- District 31 and continually inspire me, as they Requesting Member: Rep. ZACH WAMP munities will commemorate the company’s should everyone else who learned of her Account: Environmental Protection Agency- centennial. valor. State and Tribal Assistance Grant Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues f Legal Name Requesting Entity: City of Har- join me today in congratulating everyone at rogate, Tennessee Johnson Matthey for reaching this memorable EARMARK DECLARATION Address: 138 Harrogate Crossing, Har- milestone and in wishing the company contin- rogate, Tennessee 37752 ued success in creating jobs and improving HON. JOHN L. MICA Description of Request: The Mayor and City the quality of life across the globe. OF FLORIDA Council of Harrogate requested funding to ex- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tend a wastewater collection system to the Tri- State Health and Rehabilitation Center, resi- EARMARK DECLARATION Thursday, June 25, 2009 dences and businesses. Upgraded sewer ca- Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the pabilities are critical to support the increasing HON. JO BONNER Republican Leadership standards on ear- residential and commercial development in OF ALABAMA marks, I am submitting the following informa- Harrogate. The proposed expansion will allow IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion regarding an earmark I received in the residents in the area to have safe, adequate amount of $500,000 as part of the Department wastewater service. The City of Harrogate re- Thursday, June 25, 2009 of the Interior, Environment, and Related ceived $500,000 for the wastewater improve- Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, I submit the Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010, Environ- ments. following information: mental Protection Agency, STAG Water and Distribution of funding: Project Name: Washington County Commis- Wastewater Infrastructure Account for the Construction—83% sion Sewer Extension South Seminole and North Orange County Survey/Fees—1% Requesting Member: Congressman JO Wastewater Improvement Project. The entity Engineering—6% BONNER to receive funding for this project is the Or- Inspection—3%

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25JN8.024 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1592 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 Project Contingency—4% Bill Number: H.R. 2647 requires that essential communication equip- Environment Review—1% Account: MILCON, Army National Guard ment be located in a secure environment. Administration—2% Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Kentucky Base Network Control Center functions cur- f Department of Military Affairs rently located in Bldg 260 will be relocated to Address of Requesting Entity: Boone Na- the new secure facility. CELEBRATING THE CITY OF tional Guard Center, 100 Minuteman Parkway, ERBENDORF, GERMANY’S 900TH Frankfort, Kentucky 40601 f BIRTHDAY Description of Request: Provide directed funding of $1.805 million to complete construc- PERSONAL EXPLANATION HON. MICHAEL E. McMAHON tion of the Phase IV Aviation Operation Facil- OF NEW YORK ity—London Joint Readiness Center located in HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Laurel County, Kentucky. The funding will be OF MASSACHUSETTS Thursday, June 25, 2009 used for the construction of two additional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (11,400 Sf) unheated aircraft storage buildings Thursday, June 25, 2009 Mr. MCMAHON. Madam Speaker, I rise at the facility. The project is required to fully today to commemorate and honor the city of house the Joint Support Operations equipment Mr. CAPUANO. Madam Speaker, on June Erbendorf in the Oberpfalz region in the State and personnel in one facility located in the vi- 24, 2009, due to a medical situation involving of Bavaria in Germany as it celebrates its cinity of operations. At the conclusion of this a member of my immediate family, I had to re- 900th Birthday. project, the unit will be able to respond quicker turn to my district and was unable to partici- Nine hundred years ago, this village was and in a much more efficient manner which pate in rollcall votes 435 through 452. Had I first mentioned as ‘‘Herbendorf’ in the Estab- will allow a greater return on investment funds been present, I would have voted in the fol- lishment and Protection letters of Pope spent on the operation. lowing manner: Paschalis II as he wrote to the monastery f ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 435; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 436; Weissenohe in Oberfranken. Although it ap- ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 437; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 438; pears that location is today what is known as TEMPLE TEACHER ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 439; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 440; Altenstadt, it is clear that the city we know ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 441; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 442; today has enjoyed an existence for more than HON. JOHN R. CARTER ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 443; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 444; 900 years. And since history does not stand OF TEXAS ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 445; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 446; still, we are sure that someday an even earlier IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 447; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 448; mention of this city will be found. ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 449; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 450; In its more than 900 year history, the city of Thursday, June 25, 2009 ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 451; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 452. Erbendorf has certainly changed and devel- Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, congratula- oped. Through the middle ages and modern tions to Temple High School German teacher f times it has been beset by war, hunger, pes- Nella Spurlin who was recently honored as tilence, and siege. However, this has given the Regional Teacher of the Year by the South- EARMARK DECLARATION city its inner strength and it has now grown west Conference on Language Teaching. The into a beloved city with a wonderful quality of hard work and passion that she was com- HON. BRIAN P. BILBRAY life, enviable infrastructure, and a strong econ- mitted to distinguished her from educators of OF CALIFORNIA omy. the nine other states in the region. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Certainly some of its most prominent citi- On behalf of Texas District 31, I would like Thursday, June 25, 2009 zens include Buergermeister Hans Donko, to wish Ms. Spurlin the best of luck when she Axel Baron von Stromberg, and Hilde and competes against other regional winners for Mr. BILBRAY. Madam Speaker, I submit the Fritz Kohr, who recently celebrated their 50th the American Council on the Teaching of For- following: Wedding Anniversary and continue to operate eign Language National Teacher of the Year Bill Number: H.R. 2647—National Defense one of the city’s most beloved businesses, award in November. Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2010 Konditorei Kohr. In addition the city was the f Account: OPAF, Line 12 birthplace of two of its most favorite daugh- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: California ters, Maria Schrebs Trottmann, who emigrated EARMARK DECLARATION National Guard to Neustadt/Waldnaab, and my mother Meta Address of Requesting Entity: 9800 Goethe Baronin von Stromberg McMahon, who emi- HON. C.W. BILL YOUNG Road, Box 42, Sacramento, CA 95826 grated to the United States where she had OF FLORIDA Description of Request: I received an ear- seven children who to this day consider them- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mark of $4 million to upgrade the Eagle Vision III system which is operated by the 147th selves part of the Erbendorf family. For many Thursday, June 25, 2009 years, her brother Doctor Nils Baron von Combat Communications Squadron, in San Stromberg and his wife Charlotte served the Mr. YOUNG of Florida. Madam Speaker, Diego, California. In October of 2007, San city as family doctors. pursuant to the House Republican Standards Diego suffered through one of the worst wild- Madam Speaker, the city of Erbendorf has on Congressional appropriations initiatives, I fire disasters in California history. With thou- had a front row seat to the turbulent course of am submitting the following information re- sands of homes lost and hundreds of thou- European history. For nearly a millennium, her garding a project that was included at my re- sands of lives changed, the California National citizens have borne witness to the countless quest in H.R. 2647, The National Defense Au- Guard requested upgrades to Eagle Vision, events—from the epic to the mundane which thorization Act of Fiscal Year 2010: the San Diego based system that has already unfolded to shape the Europe and the world of Consolidate Communications Facility proven itself as an asset for the Federal Emer- today. I am proud to be a son of the city of Account: Military Construction, U.S. Air gency Management Agency, CAL Fires/OES, Erbendorf and offer my congratulations on its Force and the Army Strategic Command. The Eagle 900th anniversary. Legal name and address of requesting enti- Vision III system directly and indirectly sup- f ty: MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida. ported the 2008 Midwest Flooding, Hurricanes Description of request: $21,000,000 for a Fay, Gustav, and Ike and has participated in EARMARK DECLARATION Consolidated Communication Facility (Project numerous military exercises. To augment the Number NVZR033702). MacDill Air Force current system, this request seeks to provide HON. HAROLD ROGERS Base, Tampa, Florida does not have an ade- resources for an increased imaging system OF KENTUCKY quate Consolidated Communication Facility for that will provide higher resolution images, with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Joint Components of USSOCOM and more frequent access to images for first re- USCENTCOM forces. This Consolidated Com- sponders, while at the same time allowing for Thursday, June 25, 2009 munication Facility would provide for all com- image data collection through clouds, haze Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, munication circuits (both digital and analog) and smoke. These capabilities are essential I submit the following: entering and exiting MacDill AFB. The Depart- for the military and will be critical to the San Requesting Member: Congressman HAROLD ment of Defense Unified Facilities Criteria Diego region for combating natural disasters ROGERS Anti-Terrorism and Force Protection guidance such as wildfires, floods and hurricanes.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.036 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1593 MARY HARDIN-BAYLOR House Information Resources, in the Office of I personally commend the thousands of CHANCELLOR the Chief Administrative Officer. dedicated soldiers, department of defense ci- Lillian began her tenure with the United vilians and their defense industry partners who HON. JOHN R. CARTER States House of Representatives in 1996 as a worked on the project. OF TEXAS Systems Analyst working in the Member Infor- More than 1,000 of these dedicated men IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mation Network (MIN) Group and later for the and women that do the engineering work for Quality Assurance Team. Lillian specialized in the FCS program live and work in my district. Thursday, June 25, 2009 the support and maintenance of in-House ap- Some 10,000 employees in 74 Michigan com- Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, I would like plications including but not limited to Federal panies worked to provide the Army a new to congratulate to Dr. Jerry G. Bawcom, Presi- Funds Reports, Grants and Contracts and Bul- ground combat vehicle fleet. dent at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, letin Board services. She became a Federal Many of them will be economically dis- in Belton Texas, as Dr. Bawcom transitions Funds Trainer based on her extensive knowl- advantaged, despite their best efforts, by ter- into the office of the Chancellor. As the 21st edge and attention to detail on the project. Lil- mination of the combat vehicle project. President of UMHB, he has served as Presi- lian has played an important role in many in- Legislation passed by the Armed Services dent for 18 years and will become Chancellor formation technology projects including Quality committee recognizes the restructuring of the on June 1, 2009. I would like to thank Dr. Assurance and Integrated Services and Infor- FCS program and provides guidance on how Bawcom for his leadership and service as well mation Systems (ISIS) testing. During the Y2K the Army should proceed. as congratulate him and wish him well in his remediation efforts, she played an instru- Providing for the national defense is in the new position as Chancellor. mental role in quality assurance and data test- preamble of the Constitution of the United f ing of systems resulting in the successful States, it is this body’s most solemn duty and transfer of services from the mainframe to responsibility. We must ensure that the men EARMARK DECLARATION their new platforms. and women we send into harm’s way have the Since 2004, Lillian has been a Team Leader very best training and equipment we can pro- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS for the Web Solutions Call Center. Her atten- vide. OF TEXAS tion to detail and quality assurance experience It’s imperative that we move rapidly to pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES were again highlighted as she managed the vide the Army a new ground combat vehicle that protects American soldiers against IEDs, Thursday, June 25, 2009 customer request tracking system, team as- signments, and day to day customer requests road side bombs and anti-tank munitions. We Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, pursuant for the Web Group. Her duties included man- must not lose the momentum gained during to the U.S. House of Representatives Repub- aging customer requests for web services six years of research and development and lican Leadership standards on earmarks, I am using the Customer Tracking System (CTS) the multibillion dollar taxpayer investment on submitting the following information regarding and coordinating with external teams to proc- this project. an earmark I received as part of H.R. 2996, ess Secure ID Web Manager requests, estab- Any new program must consider both Army Department of the Interior, Environment, and lishing Listserv lists, and providing permissions and Marine Corps needs for manned ground Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010: and access to Web Site Statistic services. combat vehicles now and in the future. It must The City of Gainesville Water Treatment Again, her detail orientation and quality work build on what we have learned from three sep- Plant Expansion Project, Gainesville, TX— ethic assured the security of the House Web arate FCS ground vehicle designs as well as $500,000—STAG Water and Wastewater In- infrastructure through oversight and manage- lessons learned from combat operations in frastructure Project—Congressman MICHAEL ment of the necessary processes involved. Lil- Iraq and Afghanistan. C. BURGESS lian also played a vital role in the preparation We have the best trained and dedicated The purpose of this project is to expand the of materials and coordination of efforts for the Armed Forces in the world. Will we ask them water supply and distribution system to convey House Services Fair, ensuring the Web Solu- to go to combat with vehicles that are nearly treated water to the City of Valley View, Boli- tions Branch was properly represented during two generations old, designed for a different var Water Supply and other water users in the event. enemy and more conventional warfare? Cooke County, Texas. The requested funding On behalf of the entire House community, Instead, let’s build on the work that has al- will be utilized for raw water pump station im- we extend congratulations to Lillian for many ready been done; ensure that billions of tax- provements, a treatment unit and backwash years of dedication and outstanding contribu- payer dollars already spent are not wasted by pump station, high service pump station ex- tions to the United States House of Rep- starting from scratch, and provide U.S. Sol- pansion, and other appurtenances as nec- resentatives. We wish Lillian many wonderful diers and Marines vehicles and systems that essary for the water treatment plant upgrade. years in fulfilling her retirement dreams. provide increased situational awareness for Federal funding is necessary to allow the city the conflicts of the future. f to meet its obligation to provide a stable drink- I urge the members to make a new combat ing water supply for residents of Gainesville NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- vehicle the centerpiece of Army’s research and surrounding communities and to reduce TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 and development efforts in a restructured pro- the region’s reliance on limited groundwater gram. sources. The total project cost is $2,533,007. SPEECH OF f Matching funds will be provided through in- HON. CANDICE S. MILLER kind services and through city and state funds. WILLIAMSON COUNTY JOP The City of Gainesville is located at 200 OF MICHIGAN South Rusk, Gainesville, TX 76240. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JOHN R. CARTER f Wednesday, June 24, 2009 OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THANKING LILLIAN BETHEA FOR The House in Committee of the Whole HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE House on the State of the Union had under Thursday, June 25, 2009 consideration of the bill (H.R. 2047) to au- thorize appropriation for fiscal year 2010 for Mr. CARTER. Madam Speaker, I would like HON. ROBERT A. BRADY military activities of the Department of De- to congratulate The Honorable Judy Schier OF PENNSYLVANIA fense, to prescribe military personnel Hoobs, Justice of the Peace for Williamson strength for fiscal yea 2010, and for other IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES County, Precinct 4, who was awarded ‘‘Judge purposes: of the Year’’ by the Central Texas Justices of Thursday, June 25, 2009 Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Chair, I rise the Peace and Constables Association Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam today in strong support of National Defense (CTJPCA) on April 15, 2009. When the group Speaker, on the occasion of her retirement on Authorization Act of 2009. held their first meeting in 1986, Judge Hobbs December 31, 2008, we rise to thank Mrs. Lil- The Department of Defense directed the was elected as the first vice president and lian Bethea for twelve years of distinguished Army to restructure its premier modernization was later elected as president in 1987. A life- service to the United States House of Rep- program known as Future Combat Systems— time member of the CTJPCA, Judge Hobbs resentatives and 36 years of service in the FCS program—which includes a network of was chaplain in 2008 and chair of the Legisla- United States Government. Lillian has served new sensors, radios, robotic vehicles and a tive Committee. I am truly proud to have this great institution as a valuable employee of fleet of new combat vehicles. Judge Hobbs serve in Texas District 31.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25JN8.029 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1594 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 IN HONOR OF SENATOR THURMAN of Sussex, and for the State of Delaware. A gas pipeline explosion in March, 2009. The G. ADAMS, JR. believer in personal, deep-rooted relationships, explosion and subsequent fire destroyed four Thurman was a respected and compassionate historic building, and significantly damaged HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE legislator and his passing will leave a void in three others. All building are in the Bozeman OF DELAWARE Delaware’s General Assembly and our state. Main Street Historic District, which is on the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During my time as a State Senator and in my National Register of Historic Places. The de- Thursday, June 25, 2009 role as Lt. Governor and Governor, I had the stroyed buildings covered 150 linear feet of privilege of working with Senator Adams on historic streetscape. Mr. CASTLE. Madam Speaker, it is with a many key legislative issues. Thurman is some- Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG heavy heart but great honor that I rise today one with whom I worked closely and confided Bill Number: H.R. 2996 to pay tribute to the life of the Honorable Thur- in frequently and I feel confident in recognizing Account: BLM—Land Acquisition man G. Adams, Jr. A member of Delaware’s him for who he was—a man who was incred- Name and Address: The Conservation State Senate for the past 37 years and owner ibly fair, a strong, trusted and great leader with Fund, 125 Bank Street, Suite #612, Missoula, of T.G. Adams & Sons Inc., Senator Adams is devotion unequaled, and a sterling reputation Montana 59802. a man who has given much to his community for helping others. Description: Funding would be used for the and his state; a man who is to be recognized Foremost in Thurman’s life was his family. BLM to purchase Phase II of this project. Lo- for all that he has done and a man who will Thurman was a loving husband to his wife cated in Carbon County, near Red Lodge, the truly be missed by me and Delawareans Hilda, a father who could bestow life’s lessons wind-blasted stone pinnacles of the Meeteetse throughout our state. as well as heartfelt love to his three children, Spires reach hundreds of feet into the sky and Since his initial election in 1972, Senator Brent, Lynn, and Polly, a grandfather who provide a unique backdrop to a scenic hang- Adams worked diligently as a representative of adored his grandchildren, and a brother to ing valley as part of the Meeteetse Spires his constituents and as an advocate for Leon, Beatrice and his deceased brother Area of Critical Environmental Concern progress, molding Delaware into the business- Alvin. His family and grandchildren warmed (ACEC). In partnership with the BLM, The friendly, agriculturally rich state that it is today. his heart and he took great pride in watching Conservation Fund has reached an agreement The longest serving State Senator in Delaware them grow and mature over the years. While to acquire a 560-acre private inholding from a history, Thurman served in this capacity under we will all miss him dearly, I take comfort in willing seller within the ACEC with the goal of eight Governors and was elected as the Sen- knowing that he, Hilda, and Brent have been conveying the property to the BLM through an ate Majority Leader in 1999 and as the Presi- reunited and I am sure are watching over all appropriation. dent Pro Tempore in 2002. Regarding Thur- of us now. Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG man’s dedication to our State and his strength He gave his time, his energy, and his heart Bill Number: H.R. 2996 of character, I cannot say enough. For nearly in pursuit of comprehensive and useful meas- Account: U.S. Forest Service—Land Acqui- four decades now, there is hardly a bill that ures, established and implemented for the sition has come to pass in Delaware upon which benefit of his fellow Delawareans. Steadfast in Name and Address: The Nature Conser- Thurman’s influence has not been felt. One of his beliefs, Thurman once said, ‘‘I hope that vancy, 32 S. Ewing, Helena, Montana 59601. the most notable pieces of legislation that he every bill will make life better.’’ I stand today Description: This funding would be used for sponsored and fought for was an enhanced 9– to acknowledge and honor that he was a man the U.S. Forest Service to acquire lands crit- 1–1 bill. Passed and currently in place, the bill dedicated to just that. Godspeed to my good ical for protecting the existing federal invest- created a system that automatically gives the friend, Senator Thurman G. Adams, Jr. and ment in the Blackfoot Community—Nora address from which a 9–1–1 call originates— thank you for your guidance, support and Gulch—project area, including wildlife habitat enabling a quicker, more accurate response friendship over the years. for grizzly bears, elk, and threatened trout time. A member of the Senate Executive Com- f species. mittee since his first term and later appointed Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG as chairman, Thurman played a huge role in EARMARK DECLARATION Bill Number: H.R. 2996 determining who served in the judiciary, cabi- Account: EPA—Science and Technology net and various other influential state posts. HON. DENNY REHBERG Name and Address: Consortium for Plant The strong, positive force which he brought to OF MONTANA Biotechnology Research Inc., 100 Sylvan the legislature every day has helped to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Drive, Suite #210, St. Simons Island, Georgia strengthen and solidify Delaware’s courts and 31522. government for many decades. Thursday, June 25, 2009 Description: Partnering with Montana State In his capacity as a legislator and as a cit- Mr. REHBERG. Madam Speaker, I submit University, this funding would be used to fund izen, Thurman spent his life in service to the the following: university research and technology transfer for State of Delaware. Senator Adams graduated Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG phytoremediation and environmentally friendly from the University of Delaware in 1950 with Bill Number: H.R. 2996 industries. Working with The Consortium for a B.S in agricultural education and went on to Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- Plant Biotechnology Research, Inc., it will de- succeed his father as the President of T.G. frastructure Project velop new and improved technologies that Adams & Sons Inc., a feed and grain business Name and Address: Em-Kayan County range from ‘‘green’’ chemicals and industrial in his hometown of Bridgeville. With a solid Water and Sewer District, 910 Greers Ferry manufacturing processes to environmental re- base in agriculture and the business world, Road, Libby, Montana 59923. mediation. Thurman was appointed to the State Highway Description: The Em-Kayan community Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG Commission in 1961 and appointed as the water system consists of three springs, two Bill Number: H.R. 2996 chairman of the Governor’s Safety Committee wells, five steel storage tanks and a water dis- Account: EPA—Science and Technology in 1966. Over the years, Senator Adams was tribution system inclusive of fire hydrants. The Name and Address: The Water Research recognized for many accomplishments. In original water system was constructed in the Foundation, 6666 Quincy Street, Denver, Col- 1996, he received the University of Delaware’s 1960s. Funding would be used to replace orado 80235. ‘‘Medal of Distinction,’’ an honor acknowl- badly corroded steel water main with PVC Description: Partnering with the Mountain edging his outstanding professional achieve- water main, install additional fire hydrants to Water Company of Missoula, Montana, this ments. He and his wife Hilda also became meet fire flow requirements, install water me- funding would be used to sponsor individual very active in trying to make the process to re- ters to better account for the District’s water research projects that enable utilities to pro- ceive organ transplants easier for individuals resource and install a control system. vide safe, affordable and sustainable water to and their families after their own personal ex- Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG their customers.These projects will help water perience with their son Brent. In 2008, he was Bill Number: H.R. 2996 utilities address challenges such as climate both inducted into the National 4–H Hall of Account: National Park Service—Save change impacts on water supply, pharma- Fame and awarded the ‘‘Order of the First America’s Treasures ceutical contaminants in drinking water, aging State,’’ the highest award our Governor can Name and Address: City of Bozeman, 121 infrastructure, and protection of watersheds. present in recognition of his many years of North Rouse Avenue, Bozeman, Montana Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG service. 59771 Bill Number: H.R. 2996 Senator Adams spent his life as an advo- Description: Historic Downtown Bozeman Account: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service— cate for his Bridgeville district, for the county suffered a devastating loss due to a natural Land Acquisition

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MORAN Account: BLM—Land Acquisition Shortly after the inauguration of President OF VIRGINIA Name and Address: The Nature Conser- John F. Kennedy, Premier Nikita Khrushchev IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vancy, 32 S. Ewing, Helena, Montana 59601. extended an offer to free Olmstead and Thursday, June 25, 2009 Description: This funding will be used for ac- McKone quickly—but with three terms later quiring lands for the Bureau of Land Manage- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Madam Speaker, agreed to. today I am proposing bipartisan legislation to ment to protect the existing federal investment After seven months of imprisonment and in- establish a program that would mirror the ex- in the project area, including wildlife habitat for terrogation the guards drove Captain Freeman isting law for states. The legislation, in which grizzly bears, elk, and threatened trout species B. Olmstead and Captain John McKone to the I am joined by my colleagues, Representatives near the Blackfoot River. American embassy. They were handed over to WOLF, WITTMAN, and CONNOLLY, would allow Requesting Member: Rep. DENNY REHBERG U.S. officials to be reunited with their families certain types of delinquent local tax debt to be Bill Number: H.R. 2996 without having disclosed any information to Account: U.S. Forest Service—Land Acqui- collected through the reduction of federal tax the Soviet government. refunds. Providing local governments access sition Madam Speaker, as a member of the Com- Name and Address: The Trust for Public to these needed and due funds is important mittee on Armed Services, I am continuously Land, 111 South Grand Avenue, Suite #203, both in principle and for budgetary purposes. struck by the integrity of our servicemembers. In the middle of this recession, it is especially Bozeman, Montana 59715. With examples like Captain Freeman B. Description: This funding will be used as an important to assist cities and counties to col- Olmstead and Captain John McKone it is clear lect the taxes they are owed. The alternatives acquisition project for the United States Forest where this integrity comes from and I ask my would be a reduction in vital services and jobs Service to purchase mining claims within the colleagues to join me in honoring them. at a time when the government safety net for Yellowstone National Park ecosystem. These very poor families who lack jobs has weak- lands offer natural and recreational resources f ened significantly and increases in deep pov- that will be protected by the United States For- TRIBUTE TO BEN SACCO erty in this recession are likely to be severe. est Service. This will impose significantly higher demands f HON. KEVIN McCARTHY on local governments for police, housing and RECOGNIZING THE CREW OF THE OF CALIFORNIA shelter, food, and other vital services. This bill RB-47H SHOT DOWN OVER INTER- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES offers a unique opportunity not just to provide hundreds of millions of dollars of desperately NATIONAL WATERS BY THE SO- Thursday, June 25, 2009 VIET UNION ON JULY 1, 1960 needed assistance at no cost to federal tax- Mr. MCCARTHY of California. Madam payers, but also to protect honest taxpayers Speaker, I rise today to honor Bernard ‘‘Ben’’ from an increase in local property taxes. HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN Sacco, a longtime Bakersfield entrepreneur, Under this legislation, the only cost is to the OF VIRGINIA community leader, and friend who passed delinquent taxpayer, who would finally be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES away on Tuesday, June 23, 2009, at the age made to pay his or her outstanding tax obliga- Thursday, June 25, 2009 of 87. tion. Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise Ben Sacco was born in a small town outside This proposed program would have no addi- today to recognize Major Willard Palm, Cap- Salerno, Italy, and immigrated to the United tional cost to the federal government. Local tain Freeman B. Olmstead, Captain John States in 1935. Sacco moved to California governments would pay the federal govern- ment the fee of $25 for each offset refund. It McKone, and the crew of the RB-47H shot after serving his country in the U.S. Army Air would alleviate the administrative burden to down over international waters by the Soviet Corps during World War II, and worked in ag- Department of the Treasury by requiring the Union on July 1, 1960. This recognition is riculture in Hanford. In 1947, he and Morris state taxing authority to act as the clearing- well-deserved and highlights the unending Rosenberg founded Sierra Bag Company in house. Therefore, the client base for the De- service and integrity of our men and women in Bakersfield to produce containers for local growers. partment of the Treasury would not increase. uniform. This concept of an offset originated as a The plane was crewed by Major Willard A devoted recycling advocate, Ben also founded Sierra Iron and Metal Company to re- way to assist states with securing child sup- Palm as aircraft commander; Captain Free- port arrearages. It was expanded to allow cycle salvaged metals in 1959. Eventually, it man B. Olmstead as pilot; Captain John states to submit other delinquent claims became Sierra Recycling and Demolition, McKone as navigator. against an individual’s federal tax return. This which cleans up land for redevelopment. On a Freeman B. Olmstead was born in Elmira, program has been very successful for the visit to Italy, Sacco visited a scrap yard near New York, and brought up in a devout Epis- states. Now this bill would expand its success- copal family. He earned a bachelor’s degree in Venice and discovered a unique machine—a ful idea and concept to local governments in history from Kenyon College, Gambier, Ohio. mobile baler that could process twice as much all states. Doing so could potentially result in He entered active duty with the Air Force in scrap metal in a day as its U.S. counterparts. several billion dollars annually for local gov- 1957. He promptly bought one, and at an age when ernments by effecting the collection of delin- McKone was a native of Tonganoxie, Kan- many are considering retirement, Sacco em- quent taxes. sas, and he graduated from Kansas State Uni- barked on a new career equipment vendor. He The bill would instruct the Secretary of the versity with a bachelor’s degree in history in introduced the combination shear/baler in the Treasury, upon receiving notice from any eligi- 1954. He entered active duty on March 15, United States in 1987, and soon Sierra Inter- ble state on behalf of a local government, that 1955. national Machinery expanded into a major in- a named person owes such local government On July 1, 1960, a United States Air Force dustry. Earlier this year, the Institute of Scrap a past-due, legally enforceable tax obligation RB-47H based at Forbes Air Force Base, Kan- Recycling Industries honored Ben Sacco with and provide, consequently, for the reduction of sas, departed from Brize-Norton Royal Air a lifetime achievement award for his dedica- the federal tax refunds payable to such person Force Base in England. The flight’s planned tion to Sierra International Machinery, LLC. by the amount of such debt. That amount route kept the plane over international waters. Adding to his list of accomplishments, Sacco would be remitted to the state for payment to A MiG-19 fighter intercepted the American founded the Italian Heritage Dante organiza- the affected local government, provide for noti- bomber in the Barents Sea. The MiG eventu- tion in 1996. fication to the state of the taxpayer’s name, ally opened fire on the RB-47H. Olmstead and Ben Sacco is survived by his wife, Eunice taxpayer identification number, address, and McKone successfully ejected and survived Sacco; sons John, Anthony, and Phillip; the amount collected; and notification of the only to be picked up by a Soviet fishing ves- daughters Angela, Aragon, and Laura; and six person due the refund that it has been re- sel. The aircraft commander, however, per- grandchildren. Devoted to serving his commu- duced by an amount necessary to satisfy a ished in the Barents Sea. nity in a variety of ways, Ben’s death is a past-due, legally enforceable tax obligation.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25JN8.032 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1596 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 This bill offers a unique opportunity to pro- Ms. Johnson led a research program at MTI building’s odor control system. This is a good vide hundreds of millions of dollars of des- that brought together faculty and student re- use of taxpayer funds because the combined perately needed assistance at little cost to fed- searchers from SJSU, along with other aca- improvements provide the most cost effective eral taxpayers. For Virginia localities, it is esti- demic institutions around the country, and the solution for updating infrastructure for the mated that it will bring in between 65–70 mil- private sector to advance the body of knowl- authority’s residents and businesses. lion dollars in revenue during the first year in edge in transportation policy and management f the program. From its participation in the Fed- from an intermodal perspective. In addition to eral Offset Program, for FY 2008, the Com- publishing innovative reports and research EARMARK DECLARATION monwealth of Virginia received over $17 mil- findings, Ms. Johnson was deeply committed lion dollars in offsets of federal income tax re- to recruiting, engaging, and training the na- HON. BILL POSEY funds and an additional $5 million in offsets of tion’s next generation of transportation plan- OF FLORIDA the tax stimulus checks. This legislation has ners and leaders. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the official support of the National Association Before joining the Mineta Transportation In- Thursday, June 25, 2009 of Counties, the Government Finance Officers stitute in July 1999, Trixie Johnson served the Association, the National League of Cities, the full limit of two terms on the San Jose City Mr. POSEY. Madam Speaker, pursuant to Treasurers’ Association of Virginia, the United Council—from 1991 through 1998. Due to Ms. the Republican Leadership standards on ear- States Conference of Mayors, the Association Johnson’s extensive experience, she has been marks as well as in accordance with Clause 9 of Public Treasurers of the United States and recognized as a land use and environmental of Rule XXI, I am submitting the following in- Canada, and the Conference of State Court specialist by her peers. Her council service in- formation regarding earmarks I received as Administrators. cluded two years as Vice Mayor and several part of H.R. 2647, the National Defense Au- This concept of an offset originated as a years as chairperson of the city’s Transpor- thorization Act of Fiscal Year 2010. way to assist states with securing child sup- tation, Development and Environment Com- Requesting Member: Congressman BILL port arrearages. It was expanded to allow mittee. POSEY states to submit other delinquent claims Ms. Johnson has a long record of public Bill Number: H.R. 2647 against an individual’s federal tax return. This service that included serving as chair of the Account: Research, Development, Test & program has been very successful for the Environmental Quality Committee and member Evaluation, Defensewide states. Now this bill would expand its success- of the Board of Directors for the League of Legal Name of Requesting Entity: ful idea and concept to local governments in California Cities; vice-chair of the Energy, En- Soneticom all states. Doing so could potentially result in vironment and Natural Resources Committee Address of Requesting Entity: 1045 South several billion dollars annually for local gov- of the National League of Cities; and member John Rodes Boulevard, West Melbourne, Flor- ernments by effecting the collection of delin- of the Bay Area Air Quality Management Dis- ida 32904 quent taxes. Under this legislation, the fol- trict Board. Description of Request: This technology is lowing order of priority for payment of an off- While her passionate work on transportation important to helping our military and would be set would be: (1) past-due federal income tax, issues throughout her career will surely be used for enhancement of a currently installed (2) past-due state child support, (3) past-due missed, the many students and colleagues system for continued operations. $3 million is federal government agency debt, (4) past-due she has inspired will carry on her work as the provided for this program. state income tax, and (5) local government nation seeks solutions to the transportation f tax. The state taxing authority for each state challenges of the 21st century. EARMARK DECLARATION would act as the clearinghouse for the local Therefore, Madam Speaker, I would like to government tax debts, so this will not be an congratulate Trixie Johnson on her retirement, additional burden to Financial Management and wish her and her family the best of luck HON. DANIEL E. LUNGREN Services (which is a division of the United in this next chapter of their lives. OF CALIFORNIA States Department of the Treasury administers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Federal Offset Program). f This is a bipartisan, good-government bill. If EARMARK DECLARATION Thursday, June 25, 2009 the legislation is passed, it would allow fed- Mr. DANIEL E. LUNGREN of California. eral, state, and local governments to work to- HON. TODD RUSSELL PLATTS Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican gether. Good citizens, who pay their taxes, will OF PENNSYLVANIA Leadership standards on earmarks, I rise appreciate that the federal government and today to submit the following information re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the state government are assisting localities to garding an earmark I received as part of the help local government collect from the Thursday, June 25, 2009 Interior-Environment Appropriation. delinquents. Each citizen should share in pay- Mr. PLATTS. Madam Speaker, pursuant to The following earmark was requested by my ing his fair share of taxes. the Republican Leadership standards on ear- office and is listed for funding in this bill: f marks, I am submitting the following informa- City of Galt Wastewater Treatment Plant CONGRATULATING TRIXIE tion regarding earmarks I received as part of Requesting Member: DANIEL E. LUNGREN JOHNSON ON HER RETIREMENT H.R. 2996, the Department of Interior, Envi- Bill Number: HR 2996 ronment and Related Agencies Appropriations Account: EPA/STAG Water and Wastewater HON. JAMES L. OBERSTAR Act. Infrastructure Project Requesting Member: Congressman TODD Requesting Agency: City of Galt OF MINNESOTA RUSSELL PLATTS (PA–19) Agency Address: 495 Industrial Drive, Galt, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bill Number: H.R. 2996—Department of the CA 95632 Thursday, June 25, 2009 Interior, Environment and Related Agencies Amount: $500,000 Mr. OBERSTAR. Madam Speaker, I rise Appropriations Act Description: The City of Galt is being forced today to congratulate Ms. Trixie Johnson on Account: STAG to upgrade their existing wastewater treatment her recent retirement and to commemorate Legal Name of Requesting Entity: York City facility as a result of increased Federal water her dedicated service to the Southern Cali- Sewer Authority quality mandates. The new wastewater treat- fornia and to the nation throughout her distin- Address of Requesting Entity: 1701 ment facility will put Galt in to compliance with guished career. Johnson served as the Direc- Blackbridge Road, York, PA 17402 the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination tor of Research for the Mineta Transportation Description of Request/Justification of Fed- System (NPDES). NPDES is the Federal sys- Institute (‘‘MTI’’) and where she worked for ten eral Funding: The York City Sewer Authority is tem for the issuance of permits under Section years before retiring this past May. a public, municipal authority providing waste- 402 of the Federal Water Pollution Control Act MTI was established by Congress in 1991 water services for residential, commercial, and Amendments of 1972, and many of the strin- as part of the Intermodal Surface Transpor- industrial users in an eight municipality service gent NPDES permit requirements are based tation Efficiency Act and is located at San area. The York City Sewer Authority would on National Toxics Rule (NTR). The NTR is an Jose State University (SJSU). This institution use this funding to construct a new headworks Environmental Protection Agency regulation conducts research, education, and information facility, which includes the replacement of the that established numeric water quality criteria and technology transfers specializing in trans- building’s heating and ventilation system and for priority inorganic pollutants for fourteen portation policy and management. replacement of the activated carbon bed in the States and jurisdictions, including California,

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The City is subject to mandatory Environ- The voluntary placement of a conservation Thursday, June 25, 2009 mental Protection Agency (EPA) fines until easement on private land is a very effective such time as the project is completed. This and successful tool for protecting and con- Mr. REICHERT. Madam Speaker, pursuant project will enable the City of Galt to come serving our nation’s open spaces and sen- to the Republican Leadership standards on into compliance with these Federal mandates. sitive lands. As the American Farmland Trust earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- This project represents an appropriate use has written, ‘‘We strongly believe that the mation regarding earmarks I received as part of taxpayer funds as it responds to EPA man- proper incentives are the most effective way of of H.R. 2996, the Fiscal Year 2010 Interior, dates to improve wastewater treatment, to pro- encouraging landowners to conserve land.’’ Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- vide mitigation against a wider array of water This legislation provides strong land protection priations Act. contaminants, in a community acutely im- incentives and will result in the preservation of (1) $333,000 for the City of Buckley, WA for pacted by the capital demands of such under- America’s vital farm and ranchlands. an emergency intertie booster station. taking. f Requesting Entity: City of Buckley, PO Box f HONORING MR. JOHN GAMBLE 1960, 933 Main Street, Buckley, WA 98321 INTRODUCING LEGISLATION PRO- Agency: Environmental Protection Agency VIDING STRONG LAND PROTEC- HON. JOHN T. SALAZAR Account: STAG TION INCENTIVES OF COLORADO Funding requested by: Rep. DAVE REICHERT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. EARL BLUMENAUER Thursday, June 25, 2009 The City of Buckley will construct an emer- OF OREGON gency intertie booster station to allow the City Mr. SALAZAR. Madam Speaker, I rise today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to use water from the City of Tacoma in an to pay tribute to a respected leader of South- Thursday, June 25, 2009 emergency. The City of Tacoma water system west Colorado, Mr. John Gamble of Durango. in this area operates with a hydraulic grade Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, more Mr. Gamble has served the community of line of 810 feet. The City of Buckley water than 2 million farms make up America’s rural Southwest Colorado with distinction for 24 system operates with a hydraulic grade line of landscape. Ninety-eight percent of these farms years and is announcing his retirement this 882 feet. Therefore the booster station is re- are owned by individuals, family partnerships, month. quired to overcome a static head of approxi- and family corporations, producing about 86 In 1985, Mr. Gamble took over the new mately 72 feet. The City’s largest water source percent of U.S. agricultural products sold. Southwest Colorado Volunteers of America in is the S. Prairie Creek surface water source. The most significant asset held by many of Durango, Colorado. Under his strong and The City’s water right for this source is 900 these farmers is their land. In some cases, steady leadership, the agency grew to provide gpm. To allow the system to operate effec- when the owner of the farm dies, surviving many critical services to the community. At the tively with the S. Prairie Creek source out of family members must sell portions of the farm beginning of his tenure, Mr. Gamble helped to service, the booster station will have a capac- to cover their estate tax costs. Today I am in- open a domestic violence shelter to provide a ity of 900 gpm. The booster station will be troducing legislation to help ensure that fami- safe haven for those in need. And, in the early constructed in right-of-way in a location close lies are not forced to sell the farm and that 1990s, he led the effort to open a much need- to existing City of Buckley and City of Tacoma their land resources are available for agricul- ed homeless shelter. To fund all of these crit- water infrastructure. tural and conservation use by future genera- ical services, Mr. Gamble opened a very suc- tions. cessful thrift store and led many colorful and Finance Plan: In 1997, in order to encourage the con- profitable fundraising events. In his spare time, City of Buckley, Budget Details: This re- servation of sensitive lands and farms, Con- Mr. Gamble served on the Durango City quest is for federal funding in the amount of gress enacted an estate tax exclusion for land Council, including a term as the mayor of that $550,000 to construct an emergency water placed under a conservation easement. 26 proud city. intertie and booster station between the City of USC 2031(c). That law caps the exclusion at Madam Speaker, I commend Mr. John Tacoma’s transmission main and the City of $500,000. Given the significant rise in land Gamble for his outstanding service and dedi- Buckley’s water system. As illustrated below in values over the past decade, especially for ag- cation to the residents of Southwest Colorado. the engineering cost estimate, approximately, ricultural regions near urbanizing areas, that Mr. Gamble clearly has a heart for service and $121,000 is for administration & engineering; cap is now too low to provide a meaningful in- the skills to get the job done. His community and $485,000 for construction. The City of centive to many farmers. is a better place due to his efforts. While we Buckley is currently working on a major flood My legislation updates and increases the will all miss Mr. Gamble’s service and leader- damaged repair to our primary transmission exclusion to $5 million. By increasing the cur- ship, I ask that you join me in wishing him well water main, but will be able to allocate rent cap on the property value that can be ex- upon his retirement. $57,000 as a match towards this project. PRELIMINARY COST ESTIMATE [Tacoma Emergency Intertie Booster Station]

Item Quantity Unit price Amount

1. Mobilization/Demobilization ...... Lump sum $34,000 $34,000 2 Site Work ...... Lump sum 15,000 15,000 3 Erosion Control ...... Lump sum 2,500 2,500 4 Locate Existing Utilities ...... Lump sum 2,000 2,000 5 Intertie ...... Lump sum 25,000 25,000 6 Booster Pumps (2 x 450 gpm) ...... Lump sum 32,000 32,000 7 Booster Station Building (12′ x 16′) ...... Lump sum 52,000 52,000 8 Piping, Valves, and Appurtenances ...... Lump sum 80,000 80,000 9 Site Fencing ...... 200 LF 28 5,600 10 Surface Restoration ...... Lump sum 5,000 5,000 11 Electrical, Telemetry, and Instrumentation ...... Lump sum 105,000 105,000 12 Primary Power Service ...... Lump sum 15,000 15,000 Subtotal ...... 373,100 Sales Tax (8.4%) ...... 31,340 Subtotal ...... 404,440 Contingency (20%) ...... 81,060 TOTAL ESTIMATED CONSTRUCTION COST ...... 485,500 Engineering and Administrative Costs (25%) ...... 121,000 R.O.W., Easement and/or Land Acquisition ...... —

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Item Quantity Unit price Amount

TOTAL ESTIMATED PROJECT COST (2008 Dollars) ...... 607,000

2) $2,150,000 for Mt. Rainier National Park lowing information regarding earmarks I re- BOULDER, COLORADO’S for Land Acquisition. ceived as part of H.R. 2996—Interior, Environ- SESQUICENTENNIAL Requesting Entity: U.S. Department of Inte- ment, and Related Agencies Appropriations rior, National Park Service, 1849 C Street, Act, 2010. HON. JARED POLIS NW, Room 7256, Washington, DC 20240 Requesting Member: Congressman MIKE OF COLORADO Agency: Department of Interior ROGERS (AL) IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Account: National Park Service Bill Number: H.R. 2996 Thursday, June 25, 2009 Funding requested by: Rep. DAVE REICHERT, JIM MCDERMOTT Account: EPA, STAG account, $275,000 Mr. POLIS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in This land acquisition will ensure visitors’ ac- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: East Ala- recognition of the 150th birthday of my home cess to Mt. Rainier National Park at the north- bama Water Sewer and Fire Protection District town, Boulder, Colorado. west entrance. The Carbon River Road has Address of Requesting Entity: P.O. Box 37, Boulder is a special place. When I meet frequently been washed out, preventing visi- Valley, Alabama 36855 people from other parts of the country who have passed through our fair state, the very tors from reaching the Ipsut Creek camp- Description of Request: ‘‘Wastewater Sys- mention of Boulder always brings a smile to ground and picnic area, as well as day-use tem Planning’’ Taxpayer justification—It is my their face. On February 10, 1859, settlers from parking for access to the Carbon Glacier and understanding that the funding would be used the Nebraska Territory (the beginnings of a Wonderland Trail. To address this problem, to map the District’s entire sanitary sewer sys- world renowned college football rivalry per- and to eliminate the considerable maintenance tem, analyze specific areas within the existing haps) founded the ‘‘Boulder City Town Com- costs necessitated by the frequent flooding, sanitary sewer system and, identify areas pany.’’ From its birth, our city has been a shin- Congress passed an expansion of the park’s within the system where modifications and up- ing example of what is possible with a civic northwestern boundary three miles along the grades must be performed. Carbon River Valley. The addition of these minded populace. Requesting Member: Congressman MIKE lands will allow the National Park Service to From our humble beginning as a supply ROGERS (AL) establish a new campground with associated town for miners, to the national leader in smart roads and parking, new hiking trails, and river- Bill Number: H.R. 2996 growth and environmental stewardship we are front fishing areas. The expansion will also af- Account: NPS, Save America’s Treasures today, Boulder has always been dedicated to ford much needed protection to the beautiful account, $100,000 the careful balance of entrepreneurship and Carbon River Valley, conserving habitat for Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Talladega wise land use. endangered and threatened species. The val- College, Talladega, AL The beauty of our natural surroundings has caused generations of Boulderites to value our ley contains one of the last inland old-growth Address of Requesting Entity: 627 West town and to embrace a life of grace rather rainforests in the United States, and connects Battle Street, Talladega, Alabama 35160 wildlife corridors from the park to Puget than greed. Over the years, Boulder residents Description of Request: ‘‘Swayne Hall His- have taken extraordinary measures to mesh Sound. Among the property included within toric Restoration and Renovation’’ Taxpayer the newly expanded park boundary is the 240- the human environment seamlessly with our justification—It is my understanding that the natural environment. Through a citizen initia- acre Carbon River Gateway. This parcel lies funding would be used to restore and upgrade adjacent to Forest Service lands that link cur- tive, we brought Frederick Law Olmstead to Swayne Hall, the original building that housed Boulder at the beginning of the 20th century to rent Park Service lands with the privately Talladega College (built in 1852–53). owned parcels within the expansion area. craft a vision plan for our city designed to Finance Plan: The National Park Service will highlight our natural treasures such as Boulder f use these funds to cover the fair market value Creek and the Flatirons. In 1959, our residents (FMV) of two properties located within the ex- EARMARK DECLARATION took action to create the ‘‘blue-line’’ to pre- panded boundaries of Mt. Rainier National serve the mountain backdrop, and made Boul- Park in Washington State. The actual amount der the first city in the nation to impose a tax to be expended will depend on federally ap- HON. JOHN L. MICA for land conservation. We purchased the proved appraisals of the parcels. $2,500,000 OF FLORIDA Arapahoe Glacier to ensure a source of drink- ing water for our residents and agricultural is the best estimate of the cost at this time. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Due diligence costs for the Carbon River uses. Boulder was also the first community to Gateway property will be borne by the The Thursday, June 25, 2009 adopt a ‘‘carbon tax’’ to deal with the crisis of climate change. Today, our open space pro- Trust for Public Land and the acquisition man- Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the agement account of the National Park Service. gram has made Boulder the envy of many an Republican Leadership standards on ear- over-crowded community and is now a model There is no cost-share requirement for this marks, I am submitting the following informa- program. This request is consistent with the duplicated state and nationwide. tion for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL authorized purposes of the Land and Water Boulder’s commitment to the environment is RECORD regarding earmarks I received as part equaled by its commitment to the community Conservation Act and Public Law 108–312, of H.R. 2996—Department of the Interior, En- which authorizes land acquisition in this area and especially to education. The Colorado vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- Territory’s first class of high school seniors of the park. tions Act. This legislation appropriates This office conducted site visits to meet with graduated in Boulder. When Colorado became $500,000 in the Department of the Interior, representatives from both of the projects listed a state in 1874, Boulder citizens pooled their Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- above. resources and raised $15,000, a fortune in priations Bill, for land acquisition for the Flor- those days, to build the state’s first public uni- f ida Trail Association. The entity to receive this versity. The vibrant culture surrounding this EARMARK DECLARATION funding is the Florida Trail Association, 5415 top tier institution of higher learning—full of SW 13th St., Gainesville, FL. philosophical debate, football, and foreign ex- HON. MIKE ROGERS Funding will be used for the acquisition of change—has created the colorful lifestyle that OF ALABAMA land to protect 16 critical segments of the Flor- makes our town unique. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ida National Scenic Trail. Designed by Con- Our highly skilled workforce has attracted gress in 1983, the Florida National Scenic world class employers, such as IBM, Ball Thursday, June 25, 2009 Trail is an essential part of maintaining Flor- Aerospace, and Roche Pharmaceuticals Boul- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, ida’s natural beauty for future generations and der, as well as some of the nation’s premier pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- serves as an inspirational, educational tool for research institutes, such as the National Oce- ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- conservation efforts in the state. anic and Atmospheric Agency (NOAA), the

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.053 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1599 National Institute of Standards and Tech- Counsel and Chief of Staff to the Honorable better results for our Nation or the people we nology, and the National Center for Atmos- CHARLES B. RANGEL of the 15th Congressional represent. And ‘‘just saying no’’ to any and all pheric Research (NCAR). District of New York. Chairwoman, anyone proposals, sight unseen, is unrealistic and irre- The heart of Boulder is our award winning who has worked with Mr. Dalley, knows that sponsible. Downtown. Boulder’s small businesses are the he is extremely fond of CONGRESSIONAL For those reasons, I chose to work with my life blood of our community and give Boulder RECORDS. So it is more than appropriate that colleagues and with numerous stakeholders— the special sense of place that is loved by I submit my sentiments and testimony about including the coal industry, manufacturers, and residents and visitors alike. For more than 50 him into the RECORD for posterity. labor—to positively influence this bill and years, Boulder residents have relied on the George A. Dalley is not only a highly-suc- America’s climate change strategies. And for Boulderado, McGuckins Hardware, and The cessful leader and an amazing human being, those reasons our coal miners and respon- Sink. The Pearl Street Mall and our Down- he has been a true supporter and friend to all sible industry members have been at the town, both easily accessible by pedestrians, who have crossed his path. I especially feel table, too, rather than on the sidelines. drivers and bicyclists, are national models of blessed to have him serve as my mentor and I thank Chairman WAXMAN, who has made smart urban development. The eclectic mix of advisor, who was integral in helping me accli- many concessions in this bill, and I thank housing, independent retailers and commercial mate and adapt to the rigors of Congress, leadership for listening to my concerns about enterprises give Boulder an economic driver even before I arrived in D.C. I am also this legislation and moving to help address that many larger communities envy. blessed to share with Mr. Dalley a rich Jamai- them. As well, I commend my colleague RICK I congratulate my fellow Boulderites on 150 can heritage and common lineage. The pride BOUCHER, from southwestern Virginia, who years of progress and prosperity, and look for- he exhibits in heritage and his work with the serves on the Energy and Commerce Com- ward with great anticipation of what the future Caribbean American community has truly mittee and worked in determined fashion to holds for our diverse and vibrant community. been an inspiration and motivation for my ad- make improvements to the bill that we both vocacy on behalf of Caribbean Americans Happy Birthday, Boulder. sought. I am grateful that he has been so wel- across this nation and their countries of origin. f coming of my views and supportive of our in- General Douglas McArthur once said, ‘‘A terests—such as ensuring the availability of EARMARK DECLARATION true leader has the confidence to stand alone, $10 billion to advance carbon capture and se- the courage to make tough decisions, and the questration technologies and other changes HON. FRANK A. LoBIONDO compassion to listen to the needs of others. that are beneficial to the people of our neigh- He does not set out to be a leader, but be- OF NEW JERSEY boring districts. comes one by the quality of his actions and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES While this bill is greatly improved from the the integrity of his intent.’’ discussion draft that was first circulated in Thursday, June 25, 2009 Mr. George A. Dalley, your example has March of this year—and opponents were say- been a guide to us here on Capitol Hill and Mr. LoBIONDO. Madam Speaker, as per the ing NO even before that draft was written— your leadership is an example for generations requirements of the Republican Conference more improvements are needed to gain my to come. I wish you all the best in the next Rules on earmarks, I secured the following support. stage of your life. Your presence on the Hill earmarks in H.R. 2996: Coal does much more than keep the lights will sorely be missed. Requesting Member: Congressman FRANK on in big cities across America. In my district, LOBIONDO (NJ–02) (along with Reps. ADLER, f it covers the mortgage, puts food on the family dinner table, and keeps open the doors of SIRES and ROTHMAN) THE AMERICAN CLEAN ENERGY Bill Number: HR 2996 small businesses. While the emissions target AND SECURITY ACT OF 2009 in the early years of this program has been Account: Fish and Wildlife Service, Land Ac- lowered from the 20% cap initially contained in quisition this bill, there remains widespread concern Legal Name of Requesting Entity: New Jer- HON. NICK J. RAHALL II that even the reduced cap—17% in 2020—is OF WEST VIRGINIA sey Audubon Society still too high and too soon to incentivize rapid IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Address of Requesting Entity: 11 Hard- development and deployment of carbon cap- scrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 09724. Thursday, June 25, 2009 ture and sequestration technologies, so as to Description of Request: Provide an earmark Mr. RAHALL. Madam Speaker, the Con- ensure coal mining jobs for the future. We of $1,100,000 for a land acquisition project at must allow time for expensive clean coal tech- Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge. gress would be unwise to sit by and simply allow the Environmental Protection Agency to nologies to come on line. Requesting Member: Congressman FRANK regulate a reduction in greenhouse gas emis- These technologies are critical to lowering LOBIONDO (NJ–02) (along with Reps. SIRES emissions across multiple sectors of our econ- sions, as the agency has been mandated to and ROTHMAN) omy. And they are necessary for keeping do by the Supreme Court. Similarly, it would Bill Number: HR 2996 hardworking coal miners in the jobs they want, be a mistake to sit back and allow other coun- Account: Fish and Wildlife Service, Land Ac- providing power for the country they love. tries to devise international rules that will af- quisition Madam Speaker, today, I cannot cast my fect America’s economic and energy interests. Legal Name of Requesting Entity: New Jer- vote for this bill. I do not agree with those who advocate for sey Audubon Society sitting on our hands and just saying NO to ev- f Address of Requesting Entity: 11 Hard- erything, sight unseen. The international com- PERSONAL EXPLANATION scrabble Road, Bernardsville, NJ 09724. munity has no interest in protecting American Description of Request: Provide an earmark businesses, and the Environmental Protection of $2,000,000 for a land acquisition project at Agency is not required by the Supreme Court HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY OF NEW YORK National Wildlife Refuge. to consider the views of our constituents or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f the economic consequences to our commu- nities. Thursday, June 25, 2009 HOMAGE TO MR. GEORGE A. I believe America is the one nation best DALLEY Mr. CROWLEY. Madam Speaker, on June equipped to lead such a multinational effort 25, 2009, I was absent for eight rollcall votes and, in doing so, to strike a balance between because I was in a meeting at the White HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE environmental preservation and the preserva- House with President Obama on immigration OF NEW YORK tion of jobs. The hands-off approach of recent reform. If I had been here, I would like the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years did nothing to help promote new energy RECORD to reflect that I would have voted: technologies, or to advance carbon capture Yes on rollcall vote 453, Yes on rollcall vote Thursday, June 25, 2009 and sequestration, or to protect American 454, No on rollcall vote 455, No on rollcall Ms. CLARKE. Madam Speaker, I rise today jobs. vote 456, Yes on rollcall vote 457, Yes on roll- extremely humbled and privileged to pay hom- It is evident that wishing that this complex call vote 458, No on rollcall vote 459, and Yes age to Mr. George A. Dalley, who will retire as issue would simply go away will not lead to on rollcall vote 460.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25JN8.057 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1600 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 EARMARK DECLARATION Fortunately for all Hoosiers, Earl’s passion ida, which is in my district. The entity to re- for aviation stayed with him after he left the ceive this funding is the U.S. Department of HON. LEE TERRY service and he’s been an active part of Indi- Interior, National Park Service, Castillo de San OF NEBRASKA ana’s aviation community for many years. Earl Marco National Monument located at 1 South IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and his wife Geraldine (Gerrie) have been Castillo Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32084. married for 67 years. They have two daugh- The City of St. Augustine, founded 444 Thursday, June 25, 2009 ters, Marilyn and Barbara, and five grand- years ago in 1565, is our nation’s oldest en- Mr. TERRY. Madam Speaker, pursuant to children. during settlement of European design. Promi- the Republican Leadership standards on ear- I ask all of my colleagues to join me now to nent within the Historic Spanish Colonial Dis- marks, I am submitting the following informa- thank Major Earl Anderson, Jr. for his service trict, which features thirty-six original colonial tion regarding earmarks I received as part of and his sacrifices for our country, and to con- buildings, is the majestic Castillo de San the Department of the Interior, Environment gratulate him on being named the 2009 Indi- Marcos stone fortress that began construction and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for ana Aviator of the Year. in 1672. Fiscal Year 2010 (H.R. 2998). f As the only existing 17th century fort in My Congressional District received North America, the Castillo de San Marcos is $500,000 for the City of Omaha Public Works HONORING LT. COLONEL CHARLIE an important historical and cultural landmark Department, located at 1819 Farnam Street, PARNELL that features the oldest surviving masonry in Suite 600, Omaha, NE 68183. This money is our nation. About 538,500 people visited the from the State and Tribal Assistance Grant HON. JOHN T. SALAZAR Castillo in 2008, hosting as many as 3,751 (STAG) account, and will be used by the City OF COLORADO tourists in just one day. of Omaha for the design and construction of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Authorized by Public Law 108–480, this improvements to portions of the City’s com- Thursday, June 25, 2009 funding will be used for the planning and de- bined sewer system. These projects will allow sign phase of the Castillo de San Marcos Na- the City of Omaha to reduce the amount of Mr. SALAZAR. Madam Speaker, I rise today tional Monument Restoration Project, as out- sewage overflowing to receiving streams. to pay tribute to an unsung hero from South- lined in Alternative C of the March 2007 Final These efforts are consistent with the latest re- west Colorado; Lt. Colonel Charlie Parnell of General Management Plan and Environmental quirements from the Environmental Protection Durango. Charlie Parnell has selflessly and Impact Statement. Agency (EPA) and Nebraska Department of tirelessly been serving the veterans of South- This planning will help preserve and expand Environmental Quality (NDEQ) to achieve the west Colorado for many years and it is time the Castillo by constructing a visitor center in goal of improved water quality in the United that he is recognized for this service. the Spanish Quarter of St. Augustine and re- States. In 1988, Lt. Colonel Parnell retired from the moving a portion of the visitor parking lot to f United States Air Force after 26 years of hon- restore the glacis. orable service, including tours of duty in Ger- f A TRIBUTE TO MAJOR EARL G. many, Thailand, Vietnam, Korea, Turkey and ANDERSON, JR. Saudi Arabia. He is the proud recipient of the NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- Bronze Star. TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 HON. DAN BURTON After struggling for 15 years to receive the OF INDIANA disability benefits he had earned from the De- SPEECH OF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES partment of Veterans Affairs, Lt. Colonel Par- nell dedicated himself to helping his fellow vet- HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. Thursday, June 25, 2009 OF NEW JERSEY erans wade through the challenging VA bene- Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, I fits system so they too would receive the com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rise today to honor the life and military service pensation they had earned. Since then, he Wednesday, June 24, 2009 of Major Earl G. Anderson, Jr. who was re- has helped over 1000 veterans receive their The House in Committee of the Whole cently named the 2009 Aviator of the Year at benefits, and has done so completely at his House on the State of the Union had under the Indianapolis Air Show. own expense. consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- Born in Rockford, Illinois in 1920, twenty- It is this type of above the call-of-duty serv- thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for two-year old Earl Anderson, Jr. enlisted in the ice that makes this nation great. And it is this military activities of the Department of De- United States Army Air Corps in April of 1942 kind of service that deserves all of our rec- fense, to prescribe military personnel leaving behind his wife Geraldine to serve his ognition. When asked why he does what he strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other country in its time of need. By September does for his fellow disabled veterans, Lt. Colo- purposes: 1943, Aviation Cadet Anderson had completed nel Parnell says simply, ‘‘Because I can.’’ Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Chair, I would like to his State-side training and was assigned to Madam Speaker, today I rise to join the take this opportunity to thank Chairman SKEL- the United States 15th Air Force flying The 1000 veterans in Colorado’s Southwest region TON and his Committee for the important work Consolidated B–24 Liberator bomber over Eu- to thank and honor Charlie Parnell for his they have done on this legislation and the rope. The B–24 was an American heavy service to this country and to my constituents strides they have made to ensure that individ- bomber that still holds the record as the most in the Third Congressional District. uals with traumatic brain injury (TBI) are iden- produced U.S. military aircraft. Thank you, Lt. Colonel Parnell for your hard tified and afforded the benefits that they de- Between December 1943 and June 1944 work and dedication to our nation. serve. Major Anderson flew fifty-one successful com- f TBI is the signature injury of our current bat missions against enemy targets before conflicts overseas. As many as 20 percent of being shot down. He spent the remainder of EARMARK DECLARATION the 1.8 million deployed troops—or an esti- the war as a Prisoner of War (POW) in a mated 360,000 soldiers—have sustained trau- camp outside Munich, Germany. For his he- HON. JOHN L. MICA matic brain injuries while in Iraq and Afghani- roic and courageous flying, Major Earl Ander- OF FLORIDA stan. Unfortunately, many of these men and son, Jr. was awarded by order of the Presi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women in uniform are falling through the dent of the United States the Distinguished cracks. We must ensure that these individuals Flying Cross, the Air Medal with 6 clusters, Thursday, June 25, 2009 are properly identified and provided with the and the Distinguished Unit Badge with one Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the world class health care that they deserve. cluster. Republican Leadership standards on ear- H.R. 2647 takes important steps to achieving Earl’s prison camp was eventually liberated marks, I am submitting the following informa- both of these goals. by allied troops in 1945 and after debriefing tion regarding an earmark I received as part of First, I applaud the inclusion of language Earl was sent back to the United States to H.R. 2996, the Interior, Environment and Re- submitted by myself and Congressman TODD spend some time on furlough before returning lated Agencies Appropriations Act. This legis- PLATTS, who is both a member of the Armed to duty. Major Anderson continued serving lation appropriates $500,000 to the Depart- Services Committee and serves as my Co- both on active duty and as a member of the ment of the Interior National Park Service ac- Chair on the Congressional Brain Injury Task Reserves until he was Honorably Discharged count for the Castillo de San Marco National Force, that calls on the branches of the Armed in 1961. Monument in the City of St. Augustine, Flor- Services to implement long-term tracking for

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This database will help determine eligi- successful in the technology-driven workplace bility for appropriate treatment, care, and dis- HON. KEVIN McCARTHY of today. ability entitlements. A comprehensive blast OF CALIFORNIA Not only has Larry harnessed cutting-edge tracking system will also assist in efforts to re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES technology in the classroom, he has also been search blast injuries and mild TBI and improve Thursday, June 25, 2009 an advocate to use technology to help keep outreach, education, and follow-up for injured our environment clean. Under Larry’s leader- personnel who might otherwise fall through the Mr. MCCARTHY of California. Madam ship, Kern County schools are in the process cracks. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. Larry E. of converting their current diesel school bus Second, I am appreciative of the inclusion of Reider, a resident and community leader from fleet to clean burning Compressed Natural language that I submitted regarding the Bakersfield, California, on his retirement as Gas (CNG). More than half of the diesel buses awarding of the Purple Heart to individuals Kern County Superintendent of Schools and to have already been replaced. As part of this who have sustained traumatic brain injuries, recognize his remarkable and distinguished initiative, in 2006, the Superintendent of which calls on the Secretary to review its poli- leadership while serving the students of Kern Schools opened a CNG fueling station, which cies and procedures for determining eligibility county. Over the last 44 years, Larry has been serves Kern County school buses and is open and awarding of the Purple Heart as it relates instrumental in advancing Kern County’s pub- to the public. As Kern County unfortunately to TBI. Media reports and anecdotal evidence lic education system. has some of the dirtiest air in the United have suggested that Purple Hearts may have Larry was born in the State of Washington States, this initiative is extremely important to been awarded inconsistently to service per- and was raised on his family’s farm. In 1965, helping clean the air in the Central Valley. sonnel who have sustained combat-related he earned his bachelor’s degree from Central Larry is also active in several community or- TBIs, suggesting that individuals with more se- Washington State University and made the ganizations, including the Bakersfield Cham- vere TBIs may be eligible for the distinguished move to Kern County to teach in the Arvin ber of Commerce, Kern County Network for Purple Heart while individuals with less severe Union School District. A dedicated math teach- Children, United Way, Rotary Club of Bakers- ones often receive refusals. er, Larry spent 19 years in Arvin schools’ field, and Vision 2020. He has also been hon- We believe that the Purple Heart criteria set classrooms and later as a school adminis- ored by several local and state organizations out in regulation encompass soldiers who sus- trator. He also earned advanced degrees from over the years for his leadership by organiza- tain a TBI or concussion as the result of the California Polytechnic State University, tions such as the Community Action Partner- enemy action. The Department of Defense’s San Luis Obispo and the University of South- ship of Kern, California State University-Ba- own Legislative Affairs has, however, stated ern California. kersfield School of Education, Association of that a brain injury that requires minimal med- In 1984, Larry joined the Office of the Kern California School Administrators, California ical attention would not suffice. I would caution County Superintendent of Schools as a district Teachers Association, Kern Council of Gov- against the use of such absolutes in the face advisory consultant. Recognizing his dedica- ernments, and Kern Reading Association. of uncertainty about the effects of blast-related tion and commitment to the schools, students, Larry exemplifies how one can serve their TBIs. Because the field of science still knows and parents of the community, the Kern Coun- community with great enthusiasm, fortitude, relatively little about effective interventions and ty Board of Education tapped him to be the and dedication. Over the years, I have en- the long-term consequences of traumatic brain Kern County Superintendent of Schools in joyed working with Larry and always found his injuries, particularly mild ones and those 1999. perpetual optimism infectious. There was caused by blasts, the Department of De- Since becoming Kern County Super- never an obstacle he did not challenge head- fenses’ interpretation of treatment should not intendent of Schools, Larry has been integral on in his amiable, but no-nonsense style, and preclude injured soldiers who fulfill all other to a plethora of local initiatives and projects fight for the best interests of the students of Purple Heart criteria from receiving the rec- designed to enhance the reading, writing, and Kern County. After 44 years in public service, ognition and benefits they deserve. mathematical skills of elementary school stu- I know that Larry looks forward to spending Third, I am pleased to see the inclusion of dents in the county. For instance, he more time with his wife, Sandy, a retired junior legislation introduced by Congressman WAL- partnered with the Bakersfield Californian to high language arts and drama teacher, and TER JONES, of which I am an original co-spon- develop the Community Reading Project, his daughter Mikhail. I know that Larry will be sor. This important language permits sepa- which places volunteer reading tutors through- missed in the Kern County public education rated service members to seek a review of out various classrooms in the county to aid system, and I salute his lifetime of service and their discharge if their post-traumatic stress second graders in becoming more proficient wish him the best as he begins this new chap- disorder (PTSD) or TBI was not taken into readers. Additionally, he developed the Kern ter in his life. consideration when determining their separa- Reading Collaborative, an association that f tion and mandates a physical exam for active analyzes which reading programs are produc- duty service members before an administrative tive and investigates ways those programs EARMARK DECLARATION separation proceeding if the service member can reach more students. Larry also estab- had been diagnosed with PTSD or TBI. The lished the Do The Math program, a bi-weekly HON. LEONARD LANCE effects and prevalence of PTSD and TBI have television homework help channel where OF NEW JERSEY become too harsh and too widespread for our teachers assist students in both English and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES military leaders to overlook, and ensuring that Spanish with their math problems both on and Thursday, June 25, 2009 the full facts of soldiers’ injuries are consid- off the air, as well as Ready to Start, a sum- Mr. LANCE. Madam Speaker, pursuant to ered upon discharge is the least we can do to mer pilot program that prepares pre-kinder- the Republican Leadership standards on ear- ensure these individuals receive the care and gartners to learn more efficiently as they begin marks, I am submitting the following informa- benefits they deserve. their academic career. tion regarding earmarks I received as part of Finally, I praise the Committee for its rec- As a former teacher, Larry was always cog- H.R. 2996, The FY 2010 Department of the In- ognition of the need for civilian and military nizant that highly qualified and effective teach- terior, Environment, and Related Agencies Ap- collaboration in the science of the brain by ers in the classroom are the best recipe for propriations Act: providing for a Visiting NIH Senior Neuro- successful students. To that end, he co- Agency: Environmental Protection Agency science Fellowship Program. This will provide chaired a task force which formulated various Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- an important opportunity for the military to approaches to recruit and retain highly quali- frastructure Project learn from the work occurring at the National fied teachers in Kern County schools and get Amount: $500,000 Institutes of Health on neuroscience and vice them in the classroom. This initiative has been Project: Railroad Avenue/Main Street versa. highly successful, and our schools have some stormwater improvements, Borough of Califon, Thank you again to Chairman SKELTON, and of the best and brightest teachers in the re- NJ I look forward to continuing to work with the gion. He also recognized that new generations Recipient: Borough of Califon, 39 Academy Committee as we make further improvements of students are exceedingly technology savvy, Street, Califon, NJ 07830

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Califon was developed during the mid-late yond saving and made them showplaces.’’ f 19th century. Drainage systems were con- Also within walking distance of their home structed to collect and deliver stormwater to was Edgewater State Park, a beautiful park EARMARK DECLARATION waterpower sites. Considerable segments of along the Lake Erie shore with beaches, boat- the original drainage infrastructure remain and ing, picnic areas, and other recreational activi- HON. JEFF MILLER are antiquated. The current drainage ways are ties. Tim and his wife Mimi, along with other OF FLORIDA susceptible to frequent flooding. During flood- neighbors and local officials, started the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing events, recharge to groundwater is re- Friends of Edgewater Park to promote and duced, suspended solids and floatables by- preserve this wonderful amenity in their neigh- Thursday, June 25, 2009 pass normal catchments, and septic systems borhood. Tim is survived by his wife Mimi, his Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, are inundated. The quality of receiving waters son Timothy Michael Jr., his granddaughter pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- is degraded. Brooke Elliott, and his many friends. ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- A reoccurring flooding problem exists along Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join lowing information regarding earmarks I re- an unnamed tributary which traverses a nat- me in celebrating the life of Tim Elliott, and in ceived as part of the Fiscal Year 2010 Depart- ural, wooded area between Academy Street recognizing his dedication to the betterment of ment of Interior and Environment Appropria- and Main St. Severe flooding occurs as flows our community. His service and leadership in tions request. overtop the existing channel and then sheet the west side neighborhood of Cleveland in- Requesting Member: Congressman JEFF overland along Railroad Avenue and Main spired us all to work toward neighborhood MILLER Street. Flooding along the area reoccurs on a preservation. Project Name: Santa Rosa County for regular basis and results in the degradation of TIMOTHY ELLIOTT, 63, FIXED UP OLD HOMES ON THE Navarre Beach water clarifier water quality of the downstream receiving wa- WEST SIDE—OBITUARY Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- tercourses. (By Grant Segall) frastructure Project In general, the problem is inadequate ca- Tim Elliott helped to turn around the West Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Santa pacity of the conveyance system of open Side. The painstaking renovator and Realtor Rosa County, FL channels, pipes and culverts. Reconstruction helped revive Ohio City and Detroit- Address of Requesting Entity: 6495 Caroline Shoreway in the past four decades, boosting Street, Milton, FL 32570 of the system is needed to reduce flooding, a couple of hundred properties and winning meet current stormwater management stand- over skeptical investors, bankers and offi- Description of Request: $220,000—Santa ards and to enhance stormwater quality. cials. Rosa County for Navarre Beach Water Clari- This project is consistent with environmental Elliott died Friday in his West Side home, fier, Milton, Florida. I requested these funds to criteria established by the State of New Jersey one of his pet projects, a 3,200-square-foot allow for Navarre Beach residents to have a to improve stormwater systems and water Italianate from the 1860s. He was 63 and had safe and reliable source of water. Currently quality. Since the stormwater from the area of struggled for several years with strokes. there is no reliable backup beyond three days ‘‘He could walk into a place that was fall- for citizens. It would also increase compliance this project enters the South Branch of the ing apart and not see it as it was but what Raritan River, which flows directly through the it could be,’’ said Raymond Pianka, Cleve- with both State and Federal regulations. The center of the Borough of Califon, the benefits land’s housing judge, a neighbor and the em- entity to receive funding for this project is of this project are far reaching. ployer of Elliott’s widow, Mimi. ‘‘He has Santa Rosa County, Florida, located at 6495 f taken some homes that appeared to be be- Caroline Street, Milton, FL 32570. The funding yond saving and made them showplaces.’’ would be used to complete the Navarre Beach IN REMEMBRANCE AND RECOGNI- Elliott liked not just walking into a place Water Reclamation Facility clarifiers to protect TION OF TIMOTHY MICHAEL EL- but walking to it. He’d turn down a project the area’s water quality. I certify that this LIOTT if he and his small crew couldn’t walk there from their homes. project does have a direct and foreseeable ef- He hoped each project would ripple fect on the pecuniary interest of my spouse or HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH through the neighborhood. He preferred cor- me. Consistent with the Republican Leader- OF OHIO ner homes, helping two blocks instead of ship’s policy on earmarks, I hereby certify that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one. this request (1) is not directed to any entity or He liked to install modern conveniences Thursday, June 25, 2009 program named after a sitting Member of Con- such as whirlpools while highlighting his- gress; (2) is not intended for a ‘‘front’’ or ‘‘pass Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise tory. ‘‘There’s not a newer old house in the through’’ entity; and (3) meets or exceeds all today in remembrance of Timothy Michael El- city,’’ he boasted about one salvage job. statutory requirements for matching funds liott and in recognition of his service to our He bought homes suffering from water, where applicable. country and his dedication to the City of waste and vandals and sold them for several f Cleveland, Ohio. Tim lived and worked in the times his purchase price. He’d comb rural Detroit-Shoreway neighborhood of Cleveland’s Ohio for replacement parts or make them EARMARK DECLARATION west side in my district. He sought to preserve himself, from tiles to spindles. Cleveland’s historic housing one house at a Elliott said he’d decided at age 7 to spruce up old homes. He was born on the East Side, HON. TED POE time and devoted his time to ensuring the his- the seventh of eight children. His father was OF TEXAS toric integrity of each home he restored. an engineer, and several brothers followed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a young man, Tim served in the U.S. suit. Army and worked as a draftsman for He left Cleveland at 12 and graduated from Thursday, June 25, 2009 Hauserman Inc., and B.F. Goodrich. He also Willoughby South High School. He enlisted Mr. POE of Texas. Madam Speaker, pursu- worked for Century 21 Real Estate and led the in the U.S. Army, making photographs and ant to the Republican Leadership standards Nolasco Housing Corporation, a non-profit de- maps, serving partly in South Korea. Elliott returned to Cleveland in the early on earmarks, I am submitting the following in- velopment organization affiliated with the 1970s and helped Hauserman Inc. draft work formation regarding earmarks I received as neighborhood Catholic Church, Our Lady of for projects such as the Americana high-rise part of H.R. 2892, Department of Homeland Mount Carmel. In addition to his work, he in Euclid. He later drafted pipes and build- Security Appropriations Act, 2010: dedicated his life to the City of Cleveland. He ings for Goodrich in Solon. Requesting Member: Congressman TED was proud of the west side neighborhood in On the side, he got an associate’s degree in POE which he lived and became concerned about arts at Cuyahoga Community College. Bill Number: H.R. 2892, Department of He started renovating West Side homes deteriorating conditions. He began to buy and about 1978. He owned about 16 buildings over Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2010 repair neighboring homes to improve the the years and handled many others as well. Account: FEMA, Predisaster Mitigation housing of the neighborhood. He rarely He worked for Century 21 and led Nolasco Legal Name of Requesting Entity: worked on houses he could not walk to from Housing Corp., a development group affili- CHRISTUS St. Elizabeth Hospital

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25JN8.036 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1603 Address of Requesting Entity: 2830 Calder Address of Requesting Entity: 32400 Paseo funds will support the development and imple- Street, Beaumont, TX 77702 Adelanto, San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675 mentation of a county-wide Stormwater Man- Description of Request: I have secured Description of Request: H.R. 2996 provides agement Plan to make improvements to the $250,000 in funding under FEMA’s Predisaster $500,000 to the City of San Juan Capistrano system to comply with EPA requirements and Mitigation account to allow for the purchase of for ground water recovery plant expansion and operational needs resulting from new regula- a 2.5 megawatt diesel generating plant to en- regional distribution facility. The funding will tions, system conditions and community sure sanitary and safe conditions for both cur- allow the city to expand the current capacity of growth in the City of St. Joseph and Buchanan rent and potential patients during disasters. Al- the existing treatment facility to 7.3 million-gal- County, MO. This federal funding has the po- though the Hospital has basic generator capa- lons-per-day from 5.6 million-gallons-per-day. tential to create new jobs with the increased bilities to sustain life support, Hurricanes Rita During the ongoing drought, water that is pro- sanitary waste capacity, as well as have a and Ike have proved that this basic capacity is duced locally can be conveyed to surrounding positive impact on ratepayers thanks to more insufficient. During Hurricane Ike, 190 patients water agencies thereby reducing the demands efficient operations with improved water qual- were unable to be evacuated and as commer- placed on the Sacramento Bay Delta and the ity. cial utilities were shut down, basic hospital op- Colorado River. In the event of a natural dis- f erations were compromised. The generator aster or other emergency, the treatment plant will make certain that the Hospital remains will have the ability to function as a regional HONORING THE EFFORTS OF MR. serviceable by ensuring that power and water distribution facility to neighboring water agen- RUSS DAVIDSON are functional; thus, allowing the Hospital to cies and helping to provide a reliable source maintain its mission of providing essential of safe drinking water. HON. DENNY REHBERG OF MONTANA medical care to the residents of southeast f Texas. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES EARMARK DECLARATION f Thursday, June 25, 2009 EARMARK DECLARATION Mr. REHBERG. Madam Speaker, I rise to HON. WALTER B. JONES honor Russ Davidson of Colstrip, Montana, for OF NORTH CAROLINA 25 years of dedicated service to the Close Up HON. KEN CALVERT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Foundation. On behalf of the U.S. House of OF CALIFORNIA Thursday, June 25, 2009 Representatives and Montana, it’s a privilege IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. JONES. Madam Speaker, pursuant to to thank Russ for his many years of service. Thursday, June 25, 2009 As a high school teacher of history and gov- the Republican Leadership standards on ear- ernment, Russ has traveled to Washington, Mr. CALVERT of California. Madam Speak- marks, I am submitting the following informa- D.C. with his students many times over the er, pursuant to the Republican Leadership tion regarding earmarks I received as part of course of his career. According to his students standards on earmarks, I am submitting the H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- and all who know him, Russ is an excellent following information regarding earmarks I re- vironment and Related Agencies Appropria- teacher with years of experience in the class- ceived as part of H.R. 2996, the Department tions Bill, 2010: room. Each year, I enjoy meeting with hun- of the Interior, Environment, and Related Rep. WALTER B. JONES dreds of Close Up students in Washington, Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010. Project: Rural Water Technical Assistance, D.C., and I appreciate the extent to which Requesting Member: Congressman KEN National Rural Water Association Close Up sponsors promote informed partici- CALVERT Recipient: National Rural Water Association, pation in the democratic process. Close Up Bill Number: H.R. 2996 2915 South 13th Street, Duncan, OK 74544 Account: Environmental Protection Agency, Account: Environmental Protection Agency, gives students the unique opportunity to learn STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Environmental Programs and Management about the democratic process as they are in- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Western Amount: $13,000,000 troduced to lawmakers, public interest groups Municipal Water District Explanation: The funding will be used to and personnel from all branches of govern- Address of Requesting Entity: 450 provide rural water technical assistance, in- ment. Thanks to people like Russ, students from Alessandro Boulevard, Riverside, CA 92508 cluding source water and ground water protec- across America are able to meet with their Description of Request: H.R. 2996 provides tion, to help small rural communities across elected leaders and understand how they can $500,000 for the Western Municipal Water the nation protect their drinking water quality make a positive difference through democratic District for Arlington Desalter Biodenitrification and comply with federal mandates. participation. Once again, I thank Russ for his project. The funding will be used to build a bi- f ological denitrification facility for drinking dedication as an educator and Close Up spon- water. The process, called ‘‘Fixed-Bed Biologi- EARMARK DECLARATION sor, and it’s a privilege to formally recognize cal Treatment’’ (FXB) uses an innovative bio- his efforts. reactor to remove multiple contaminants from HON. SAM GRAVES f groundwater. Western Municipal Water District OF MISSOURI CELEBRATION OF THE 100TH has completed pilot testing of the FXB process IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BIRTHDAY OF MARTHA at the Arlington Desalter and has already re- POFFENBERGER MCKINLEY ceived conditional approval from the California Thursday, June 25, 2009 Department of Public Health for a full scale fa- Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, pursuant to HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH cility. This new facility will consist of a series the Republican Leadership standards on ear- OF CALIFORNIA of large biofilter, polishing and backwash marks, I am submitting the following informa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES equalization tanks as well as supply pumps tion regarding an earmark I received as part of and a new groundwater well. It will be built at H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- Thursday, June 25, 2009 the site of the Arlington Desalter in Riverside, vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- Mr. RADANOVICH. Madam Speaker, I rise California. The project benefits the City of tions Act, 2010: today on behalf of my colleagues, Representa- Norco, portions of the City of Riverside, unin- Congressman SAM GRAVES, (MO–6), De- tive DEVIN NUNES and Representative JIM corporated areas of Riverside County, and any partment of the Interior, EPA/STAG Account— COSTA, to acknowledge, congratulate, and cel- entity within the Arlington Groundwater Basin $500,000 to the City of St. Joseph for ebrate the 100th Birthday of Martha by cleaning the area’s water supply and cre- Stormwater and Wastewater Infrastructure Poffenberger McKinley. ating up to 3.7 million-gallons-per-day of new (1100 Frederick Avenue, St. Joseph, MO Martha has always been an active member water. 64501) of the Fresno community. She worked for the Requesting Member: Congressman KEN The federal funding I obtained will be uti- State of California Department of Industrial CALVERT lized by the City of St. Joseph, MO, to repair Welfare for many years, where she was in- Bill Number: H.R. 2996 and update its aging stormwater and waste- volved with a number of business and profes- Account: Environmental Protection Agency, water system. The community’s sanitary and sional organizations. She also founded and STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastructure stormwater collection system is divided into became the first president of the women’s Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of two components: a large combined sewer sys- section of the Fresno County Chamber of San Juan Capistrano tem and a separated system. Specifically, the Commerce.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25JN8.039 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1604 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 Mrs. McKinley now lives with her daughter June 30, 2009, centennial of Oregon State oped at the center help overcome the present and son-in-law. She enjoys spending time with University’s Hermiston Agricultural Research challenges facing old crops. Many of the solu- her three grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren, and Extension Center, located in the corner of tions that producers and individuals in the re- and is looking forward to the birth of her first northeast Oregon near the mighty Columbia gion see as major milestones are all in a day’s great-great grandchild. River. work for the researchers of the center. As de- Martha has been a remarkable mother not Few areas in the world can match the quan- scribed by the station superintendent, Philip only to her own daughter but also to her other tity or quality of crop production of the Colum- Hamm, ‘‘Our staff are just doing their job, and daughter Sally Lewis. In 2000, Martha was bia Basin region that straddles the Oregon- looking for the next challenge.’’ recognized by the Fresno County Women’s Washington border. This center has been in Madam Speaker, this center has played a Chamber of Commerce as Mother of the Year. the middle of it all for 100 years, helping farm- vital role in helping farmers, ranchers and agri- She is well-deserving of this award. ers, ranchers, and researchers find ways to cultural communities thrive on the sandy soils My colleagues and I want to take this oppor- better grow and steward crops ranging from that have presented many challenges over the tunity to not only wish Martha a happy birth- dry land wheat to watermelons; from sugar past 100 years. Today, the region served by day, but to express our admiration and grati- beets to wine grapes; from beef cattle to dairy the center is one of the most important agri- tude for her service to the people of Fresno cows. culture production areas in the Northwest and County. It is truly an honor to celebrate such Established in 1909, the ‘‘Umatilla Experi- produces some of the highest yielding, highest a remarkable lady. ment Farm’’ initially served farmers trying to quality crops in the United States. Below is a letter submitted by her long time make a living on 20,000 acres of semi-arid I congratulate Oregon State University’s friend, Sally M. Lewis. northern Oregon desert as part of a federal Hermiston Agricultural Research and Exten- ‘‘On July 17th, a remarkable lady will cele- government reclamation program. By the sion Center leadership, its board members, brate her 100th birthday. Martha 1930s, farming expanded to well over 160,000 area farmers and ranchers, and the commu- Poffenberger McKinley was born in Ports- acres and the demand for the center’s re- nity on reaching this remarkable milestone. I mouth, Ohio, on July 17, 1909, the only child search reached levels far surpassing its initial am confident the center’s next 100 years will of Edward Daniel and Claire Kennedy 40 acres. The center moved and expanded to be as successful as 1909–2009 has been. Poffenberger. its current 300-acre location to better serve f Her life is a long list of accomplishments, the region’s agricultural communities. Today, but most of all she was a loving wife to Pete the work done at this center serves well over ON THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF before his death and she is a remarkable 500,000 acres of irrigated and non-irrigated FOURTH BAPTIST CHURCH mom to her daughter Monna and a true blessing in my life for treating me as a crop land. daughter since I was a child. The West is dominated by nutrient-deprived, HON. ROBERT C. ‘‘BOBBY’’ SCOTT After graduation from Ohio State, Martha semi-desert soils. The Columbia Basin is no OF VIRGINIA began her professional life in Ohio as the pri- different. So at the beginning, the center set IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vate secretary to Governor Bricker. Fol- upon helping farmers and ranchers overcome Thursday, June 25, 2009 lowing her marriage to Peter B. McKinley the fundamental challenges posed by an an- they moved to northern California. Not nual rainfall rate of eight inches. Researchers Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Madam Speaker, I much for staying at home, she went to work determined which types of organic matter, rise today to congratulate an institution in at Mare Island Ship Yard and quickly moved when put into the soil, would produce the best Richmond, the capital of the Commonwealth up from secretarial pool to department head. of Virginia. On Saturday, June 27, 2009, the The family moved to Fresno after Monna crops. They worked with farmers, ranchers, and communities to identify more efficient members of Fourth Baptist Church are cele- was born and once she started school Martha brating their 150th anniversary, and I would went to work for the state of California De- water use, based on soil type, topography, partment of Industrial Welfare. While work- and micro-climate. like to take a moment to highlight the rich his- ing there she was active in many business Madam Speaker, it is summertime, and if tory of this church and its contribution to our and professional organizations. Among them you enjoy a refreshing slice of watermelon this community. she founded and was the first president of time of year, chances are you have the great Fourth Baptist Church, the first black Baptist the women’s section of the Fresno County work at this center to thank for it. The Colum- church in the Church Hill community in Rich- Chamber of Commerce (now The Fresno bia Basin is renowned for its delicious water- mond, began in 1859 as a regular assembly of County Women in Chambers of Commerce). slaves for prayer. The group met regularly on She lived in her own home and washed her melons, and the center’s researchers helped increase their production from 30-tons per Chimborazo Hill until the outbreak of the Civil own car until she lost her vision well into War, when the white congregation of the Leigh her 90’s. She now enjoys living with her acre under center-pivot irrigation to 70-tons daughter and son-in-law surrounded by her per acre with drip irrigation and weed control. Street Baptist Church granted permission for three grandchildren, 8 great children and In the process, they made more efficient use the slaves to hold their services in the church soon her first great-great grand child. of the water and decreased the amount of her- basement. Even though she is now blind, she still bicide needed during production of the water- In 1865 the Reverend Scott Gwathmey, one keeps up on current events, manages her own melon crop. of the group’s prayer leaders, gained permis- investments and has voted in every election. The center’s researchers are in the middle sion for the group to meet in a Union barracks Martha has a wonderful mind and fantastic of the battle against crop disease. Tuber worm on Chimborazo Hill. There, on December 2, memory. She is never without a joke and a 1865, the Fourth Baptist Church was formally smile. Always the life of any gathering, Mar- has emerged as a threat to root crops in re- tha has always enjoyed her evening cocktail cent years. Late blight, the same fungus that organized, with Reverend Gwathmey serving and visits with family and friends. An caused the great potato famine, has resur- as the first pastor. evening with Martha is one you’re not likely faced. Researchers are on the cutting of edge The barracks were eventually demolished, to forget. of identifying new methods to fight diseases but the congregation salvaged lumber from the It’s an honor and a privilege to have her as that cost producers thousands of dollars each debris and constructed their own church build- my ‘‘other mutter.’’ From: Sally M. Lewis’’ year to control. ing. In 1875 this church was replaced by an- f And if all that work were not enough, re- other one of frame, on the northern side of searchers at the center are helping improve Church Hill, near what was to be the site of CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION OF the quality of the country’s food supply. This is the present church. The present building was OREGON STATE UNIVERSITY’S one of the only centers of its kind in America completed in 1884, three months after the HERMISTON AGRICULTURAL RE- with a molecular biologist working to increase former church was destroyed by fire. SEARCH AND EXTENSION CEN- the nutritional quality of our food. The church has grown considerably from TER The center’s research is so valuable to the these humble beginnings. Major expansion region that the many producers who benefit was conducted under the direction of current SPEECH OF from its research return their thanks gener- Pastor Emeritus, Dr. Robert L. Taylor. Dr. Tay- HON. GREG WALDEN ously, donating over $1 million to the center in lor served as Pastor of Fourth Baptist for 34 OF OREGON the past two decades. Growers also funded years. He was responsible for instituting many IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the building of two large insect houses at of the programs that still exist at the church, $40,000 each that facilitate research on which and oversaw the building of the addition to the Thursday, June 25, 2009 pests carry crop damaging diseases. church building now known as Taylor Hall. Mr. WALDEN. Madam Speaker, I rise today Today’s challenges require innovative think- Fourth Baptist has vibrant Men’s and Wom- to draw my colleagues’ attention to the historic ing and solutions. New crop varieties devel- en’s programs that enlighten and assist the

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Milton became his address environmental issues as required by ginia. permanent home after his miraculous recov- Department of Justice Consent Decree. I would like to congratulate Chairman of the ery, where he became entrenched in the local f Board of Deacons Gerard A. Dabney, Interim business community. Pastor Dr. Marion Tapscott, and the entire Upon settling in Milton, Mr. McKenzie began EARMARK DECLARATION congregation of Fourth Street Baptist on the a new career in the automotive industry. His occasion of their 150th anniversary. I would to first day on the job, he sold a brand new Mer- HON. DON YOUNG wish them another 150 years of service to cury sedan for $3,000. From there, he built a OF ALASKA their community. family owned automotive business that still IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f stands to this day. For over 40 years, Friday, June 26, 2009 McKenzie Pontiac GMC Buick has provided Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Madam Speaker, EARMARK DECLARATION for the automotive needs of the people of pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- Northwest Florida. Billing themselves as a ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- HON. GEOFF DAVIS hometown dealership, their motto of ‘‘We will lowing information regarding earmarks I re- OF KENTUCKY treat you like family’’ was a promise and not ceived as part of H.R. 2996, the fiscal year just a slogan. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2010 Interior, Environment and Related Agen- Mr. McKenzie was not only a businessman, Friday, June 26, 2009 cies Appropriations Bill: but a dedicated family man. In 1945, he mar- Requesting Member: Congressman DON Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, ried his childhood sweetheart, Mary Till, and YOUNG pursuant to the Republican Leadership stand- often credited her as his inspiration. They Bill Number: H.R. 2996, FY10 Interior, Envi- ards on earmarks, I am submitting the fol- were the parents of five daughters. Sadly, ronment, and Related Agencies Appropriations lowing information regarding earmarks I se- Dianne passed away at the age of 9, but left cured as part of H.R. 2996, the Department of Bill to cherish his memory are Janet, Linda, Lisa Account: Fish and Wildlife Services/Fish- Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies and Dana. Appropriations Act, 2010. eries. Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Alaska Requesting Member: Congressman GEOFF States Congress, I am privileged to honor Mr. Sea Otter and Stellar Sea Lion Commission. DAVIS Dan McKenzie as a man reflective of the true Address of Requesting Entity: P.O. Box 142, Bill Number: H.R. 2996 spirit of Northwest Florida. Mr. McKenzie will Old Harbor, Alaska 99643. Account: STAG be remembered by all as a loving husband Description of Request: $200,000 for the Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of and father, a successful businessman and an Alaska Sea Otter and Stellar Sea Lion Com- Wurtland important part of our Northwest Florida com- mission. The Alaska Sea Otter and Stellar Sea Address of Requesting Entity: 500 Wurtland munity. Lion Commission is an Alaska Native organi- Avenue, Wurtland, Kentucky 41144 f zation that works to ensure conservation, co- Description of Request: Appropriate management, education, and artistic develop- $500,000 for the Wurtland/Greenup/Lloyd Re- EARMARK DECLARATION ment of sea otters and sea lions. It is my un- gional Sewer project. This project will extend derstanding that this funding would facilitate sewers to underserved areas and decommis- HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY the development of a co-management plan for sion one WWTP consolidating service with a OF TEXAS sea otters and sea lions by local communities more modern regional facility. The project IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in the interest of sustainable populations and serves approximately 3,200 people and will increasing involvement in subsistence man- accommodate growth and expansion. Comple- Friday, June 26, 2009 agement. tion of the project will improve health and envi- Mr. CONAWAY. Madam Speaker, pursuant Requesting Member: Congressman DON ronmental conditions in the region. In addition, to the House Republican standards on ear- YOUNG it will eliminate two package plants & approxi- marks, I am submitting the following informa- Bill Number: H.R. 2996, FY10 Interior, Envi- mately 520 septic systems. The Kentucky In- tion regarding earmarks I received as part of ronment, and Related Agencies Appropriations frastructure Authority and the Greenup County H.R. 2996—FY 2010 Interior, Environment, Bill Fiscal Court have committed $1.37 million to and Related Agencies Appropriations Act. Account: Fish and Wildlife Service/Resource this project. This project is a valuable use of In the Environmental Protection Agency Management. taxpayer funds because it will reduce pollution STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Alaska in local streams that flow into the Ohio River Project account, an earmark for the City of An- Sealife Center. and will help the community comply with fed- drews arsenic filtration pilot project was in- Address of Requesting Entity: P.O. Box eral environmental standards. cluded on my behalf. The entity to receive this 1329, Seward, Alaska 99664. f funding is the City of Andrews, Texas. An- Description of Request: $350,000 for the drews City Hall is located at 111 Logsdon, An- IN RECOGNITION OF THE PASSING Sealife Center’s Eider Research Program. It is drews, TX, 79714. The funding would create a my understanding that the funding for this OF DAN MCKENZIE pilot program for demonstrating an alternative project would be used to integrate the Sealife method to achieve EPA mandates for arsenic Center’s marine research facilities with field HON. JEFF MILLER mitigation in rural public drinking water sys- research to help recover the Stellar and Spec- OF FLORIDA tems through the use of under-the-counter re- tacled Eider, and support the Recovery Team IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES verse-osmosis filtration systems. mandated by the Endangered Species Act. Friday, June 26, 2009 f f Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I EARMARK DECLARATION IN RECOGNITION OF THE rise today to recognize Dan McKenzie, a NORTHEAST OHIO SIERRA CLUB Northwest Florida community leader and busi- HON. JIM GERLACH nessman who passed away on June 22, 2009. OF PENNSYLVANIA HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Mr. McKenzie spent his entire life serving his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OHIO community and family. I am proud to honor his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES life of dedication and service. Friday, June 26, 2009 Mr. McKenzie grew up in Pineapple, Ala- Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, pursuant Friday, June 26, 2009 bama, the son of a sawmill owner. He chose to the Republican Leadership standards on Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise to branch out and not follow in the family busi- earmarks, I am submitting the following infor- today in recognition of the Northeast Ohio Si- ness, instead trying his hand at ranching. As mation regarding earmarks I received as part erra Club and applaud their efforts to raise

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Madam Speaker, pursuant to Let us rely on these qualities in our transition the Republican Leadership standards on ear- The House in Committee of the Whole marks, I am submitting the following informa- House on the State of the Union had under to cleaner energy, rather than choosing an consideration of the bill (H.R. 2892) making easy way out represented by coal. The health tion regarding earmarks I received as part of H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- appropriations for the Department of Home- of our children and our planet is too big of a land Security for the fiscal year ending Sep- price to pay for our continued dependence on vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- tember 30, 2010, and for other purposes: tions Act, 2010. coal. Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Chair, I rise today Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join Requesting Member: Congressman J. in support of H.R. 2892, the Department of me in recognizing the efforts that the North- RANDY FORBES Homeland Security Appropriations Act for Fis- east Ohio Sierra Club has taken in raising Bill Number: H.R. 2996 cal Year 2010. awareness of the dangers of coal. As the na- Account: Fish and Wildlife Service, Land Ac- This legislation provides $44 billion for the tion works towards cleaner energy policies, or- quisition Department of Homeland Security to continue ganizations such as the Northeast Ohio Sierra its work to keep Americans safe, keep our Club are working tirelessly to keep the Amer- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: The Con- borders secure, and ensure our communities ican public accurately informed on energy servation Fund, Chesapeake, VA are prepared for any disaster—whether natural issues. Address of Requesting Entity: US 17, or man-made. f Chesapeake, Virginia, 23323, USA At a time when our state and local govern- ments are strained in the current economic EARMARK DECLARATION Description of Request: Provides $150,000 to fund the acquisition of 50 acres that has downturn, this legislation continues our federal been identified by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife commitment to support local efforts that keep HON. TED POE Service as the preferred site for the construc- our communities safe. It provides $3.55 billion OF TEXAS tion of a new visitor’s center for the Great Dis- for first responder grant initiatives, including IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mal Swamp National Wildlife Refuge. $810 million for Fire Grants, $950 million for State Emergency Preparedness Grants, $330 Friday, June 26, 2009 Requesting Member: Congressman J. million for Emergency Management Perform- Mr. POE of Texas. Madam Speaker, pursu- RANDY FORBES ance Grants, and a total of $90 million for ant to the Republican Leadership standards Bill Number: H.R. 2996 interoperable communications and emergency on earmarks, I am submitting the following in- Account: National Park Service, Save Amer- response centers. formation regarding earmarks I received as ica’s Treasures H.R. 2892 will help secure our border and part of H.R. 2996, Department of Interior, En- improve the enforcement of our nation’s immi- vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- Legal name of Requesting Entity: Chester- gration laws. The measure would fully fund tions Act, 2010: field County, Chesterfield, VA 20,019 border patrol agents with $3.5 billion Requesting Member: Congressman TED Address of Requesting Entity: 9901 Lori Rd, and provide $732 million for border fencing, in- POE Chesterfield, VA, 23832, USA frastructure and technology. It would provide Bill Number: H.R. 2996, Department of the Description of Request: Provides $150,000 $5.7 billion for Immigration and Customs En- Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies to repair and preserve five historical structures forcement (ICE) to enhance our ability to iden- Appropriations Act, 2010 in Chesterfield County. tify and remove immigrants who have illegally Account: Environmental Protection Agency’s entered the country, and $248 million for the STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastructure f United States Citizenship and Immigration Project Services to improve the processing of visas Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of EARMARK DECLARATION for those eligible to enter the country. This Baytown, TX funding includes $112 million to operate and Address of Requesting Entity: 2401 Market improve E-Verify, the DHS initiative that em- Street, Baytown, TX 77522 HON. BRETT GUTHRIE powers businesses to screen potential em- Description of Request: I, and Rep. Ron OF KENTUCKY ployees’ immigration status. Paul, have jointly secured $500,000 in funding As North Carolina is a prime hurricane IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES under the Environmental Protection Agency’s state, I am pleased that this bill makes impor- STAG Water and Wastewater Infrastructure Friday, June 26, 2009 tant investments in all-hazards disaster pre- Project account for the city of Baytown, TX to paredness. It provides $2 billion for Disaster help them fund a six-year, $140 million Capital Mr. GUTHRIE. Madam Speaker, pursuant to Relief, $220 million to continue flood map Improvement Project that will rehabilitate and the Republican Leadership standards on ear- modernization and to maintain modernized upgrade the city’s wastewater and water infra- marks, I am submitting the following informa- maps, and $200 million to address the in- structure to comply with increased federal and tion regarding earmarks I received as part of creasing needs for emergency food and shel- state regulations, maintain its condition and re- H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- ter, recognizing that the current economic liability and save costs. This project rehabili- vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- downturn is a disaster in its own right. tates portions of the Central District Waste- tions Act of 2010. Madam Chair, this is a strong bill that en- water Treatment plant. The work includes re- Requesting Member: Congressman BRETT hances our ability to keep our nation secure design of critical components to elevate struc- GUTHRIE and our citizens safe. I urge my colleagues to join me in supporting this legislation. tures out of the floodway and to reduce the Bill Number: H.R. 2996 storm surge impacts suffered as was suffered f Account: STAG Water and Wastewater In- during Hurricane Ike. These include the influ- frastructure EARMARK DECLARATION ent lift station, blower building, administration/ laboratory building, and grit removal process. Recipient: Owensboro-Daviess County Re- The internal piping needs to be replaced to gional Water Resource Agency, 1722 Pleasant HON. AARON SCHOCK OF ILLINOIS improve energy and operating efficiency, along Valley Road, Owensboro, KY 42303 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with the chlorine contact basin and plant Description of Request: Provide $220,000 to pumping/transfer systems. Installation of post- install a sewer system in the Locust Hill Sub- Friday, June 26, 2009 storm emergency power systems are also a division, which is currently without sewer serv- Mr. SCHOCK. Madam Speaker, in accord- part of this project. ices. ance with the Republican adopted standards

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Appropriations Act, 2010 OF KENTUCKY For over fifty years, sites like SRS have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Provisions/Account: STAG Water and played an indispensible role in keeping our na- Wastewater Infrastructure Project Friday, June 26, 2009 tion secure. Now, the federal government has Name and Address of Requesting Entity: Mr. DAVIS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, the responsibility to fulfill the commitment it entity to receive funding for this project is the today I rise to pay tribute to Marine Gunnery made to the communities and the states that Village of Hopedale, located at Box 387, Sergeant Charles ‘‘Brandon’’ Bailey from Flor- have hosted these sites by cleaning up the Hopedale, IL 61747. ence, Kentucky, who was wounded in an im- legacy nuclear materials that remain and pro- viding a safe environment for future genera- Description of Request: The funding would provised explosive device attack on January tions. The cuts made by this amendment will be used to conduct preliminary work on a new 23, 2009, while serving in Afghanistan. significantly delay the progress being made in wastewater treatment plant. Gunnery Sergeant Bailey is a true patriot. Having felt the call to serve his country since cleanup efforts at these sites and will undoubt- childhood, Brandon sold his small business edly impact the highest risk activities—proc- f and selflessly joined the Marine Corps when essing and disposing of tank waste, special nuclear materials, and spent nuclear fuel— DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, he was twenty-four years old. He served his across the complex. ENVIRONMENT, AND RELATED first combat deployment in Iraq and was a Additionally, failure to fully fund the Environ- AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS member of the 22nd Marine Expeditionary mental Management program will result in ACT, 2010 Unit. In April, 2008, Brandon married his child- hood friend, Kristie. He was deployed to Af- missed regulatory milestones in many states ghanistan as a member of the Marine Special where the sites are located, resulting in sub- SPEECH OF Operations Command shortly after the wed- stantial fines and penalties from state and fed- ding. Without any hesitation, he left his new eral regulators. These fines will ultimately be HON. RUSH D. HOLT wife to serve his country once more in harm’s paid by the American taxpayer. During my time in the House, I have proudly OF NEW JERSEY way, ultimately to be severely wounded in ac- tion. worked alongside my Nuclear Cleanup Cau- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Gunnery Sergeant Bailey is undergoing re- cus colleagues as well as the entire South Carolina delegation to ensure the safe and Thursday, June 25, 2009 habilitation with recovery in the distant future. He and Kristie are expecting their first baby timely cleanup of Cold War-era nuclear waste. The House in Committee of the Whole this December. Gunnery Sergeant Bailey And I will continue to advocate for full and sta- House on the State of the Union had under stays positive and says he is happy he had ble funding for the Environmental Manage- consideration the bill (H.R. 2996) making ap- the opportunity to do the job that he loved and ment Program to keep nuclear waste cleanup propriations for the Department of the Inte- serve his country. Brandon’s life and character on track. rior, environment, and related agencies for epitomize the Marine Corps Motto—Semper Consequently, even though I support my the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and Fidelis, Always Faithful. colleagues’ efforts to restore funding for our for other purposes: Gunnery Sergeant Bailey is an inspiration to nation’s important missile defense program, I Mr. HOLT. Madam Chair, I rise today in us all. Today, Madam Speaker, I ask the cannot support this amendment because of support of H.R. 2996, the Fiscal Year 2010 In- House of Representatives to recognize Gun- the detrimental effect the funding reduction will terior Appropriations Act. nery Sergeant Bailey’s unwavering dedication have on the Environmental Management pro- gram. We must remain committed to cleaning This bill provides the much needed funding to the Marine Corps and to thank him for his up our defense nuclear waste now for the to protect and preserve our natural resources service to our great nation. benefit of generations to come. for future generations. f f I applaud the Chairman for providing robust NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- funding for the Land and Water Conservation TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 EARMARK DECLARATION Fund in this legislation. I have long been a supporter and a leader in Congress for in- SPEECH OF HON. BRETT GUTHRIE creasing the funding for the Land and Water HON. J. GRESHAM BARRETT OF KENTUCKY Conservation Fund (LWCF). Since its creation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF SOUTH CAROLINA in 1965, LWCF has provided funding to four Friday, June 26, 2009 federal agencies including the National Park IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Service, Bureau of Land Management, Fish Thursday, June 25, 2009 Mr. GUTHRIE. Madam Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leadership standards on ear- and Wildlife Service and the Forest Service to The House in Committee of the Whole acquire public lands. House on the State of the Union had under marks, I am submitting the following informa- consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- tion regarding earmarks I received as part of In July of 1999 during my first term in Con- H.R. 2996, the Department of the Interior, En- gress, I secured passage of a key amendment thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for military activities of the Department of De- vironment, and Related Agencies Appropria- to resurrect the state-side portion of LWCF, fense; to prescribe military personnel tions Act of 2010. providing funding for that program for the first strengths for fiscal-year 2010, and for other Requesting Member: Congressman BRETT time in five years. To date, the stateside pro- purposes. GUTHRIE gram has preserved over 73,000 acres of land Mr. BARRETT of South Carolina. Mr. Chair, Bill Number: H.R. 2996 in my home state of New Jersey. I strongly ensuring that our nation remains safe and Account: Save America’s Treasures support the Manager’s amendment which strong is the top priority for this House. Be- Recipient: Breckinridge County Fiscal Court, would increase the funding for the state-side cause of the real and increasing nuclear threat Hardinsburg, KY matching grants to $40 million, which is over from countries like North Korea and Iran, I Description of Request: Provide $150,000 to double the amount that it received in Fiscal agree with my colleagues who are offering this help preserve the historic Holt House. Judge Year 2009. amendment that cutting funding for missile de- Joseph Holt served as Judge Advocate Gen- I strongly oppose the amendment of the fense is the wrong choice for our country right eral, and then later as Secretary of the Interior gentleman from Utah, Mr. CHAFFETZ, that now. and Attorney General in President Lincoln’s would strip funding from the state side portion While I certainly support efforts to increase administration. The house has been on the of the LWCF. This amendment would be detri- funding for missile defense, I am unable to National Register since 1976, however has not mental to the ability of states to preserve at support the amendment offered by my col- been properly maintained. Restoring the home risk open space and I urge my colleagues to leagues. The significant decrease in funding would be key to helping develop regional tour- oppose it. for the Environmental Management included ism.

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The grants go to cities the House and the Senate have passed the and states under the greatest threat of attack. Friday, June 26, 2009 bill granting these women. In New York City, the grants have been used Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Madam This Congressional Gold Medal honors to train and better equip first responders, and Speaker, Women Air Force Service Pilots mothers, grandmothers, teachers, office work- provide them with better communication sys- (WASP) were the first women in American his- ers, nurses, business women, photographers, tems to assure preparedness, in addition to tory to fly military aircraft. Between the years dancers, one was even a nun. But before that, improved monitoring of critical infrastructure. 1942–1944, women were recruited to fly non- they were pilots for the US Army Air Corps Late last month, four men were arrested in combat missions, so that every male pilot during World War II. Finally, this Congress has a plot to bomb two Bronx synagogues. Ac- could be deployed in combat. These women recognized their sacrifice and considers them cording to authorities, they had planted bombs piloted every kind of military aircraft and all heroes because these trailblazers and true in cars outside the two synagogues, and were logged 60 million miles flying missions across patriots served our country without question planning to shoot down military planes at an the United States. They were never awarded and with no expectations of recognition or Air National Guard base in upstate New York. full military status and were not eligible for offi- praise. That is what being a true hero is all New York’s Office of Homeland Security later cer status. It was not till 1977 that the WASP about! The Congressional Gold Medals will be provided Urban Area Security Initiative Non- pilots were granted veterans’ status. Of the awarded to all 1,102 pilots and/or their sur- profit Security Grant Program (NSGP) funds in 1,102 WASP pilots, just under 300 are living viving family members. order to resolve the vulnerabilities of the syna- today. One of these living legends resides in To the brave and selfless women like gogues. Additionally, it was Federal homeland the Third Congressional District, Frankie Frankie, our nation owes them a debt of grati- security dollars that assisted the New York Bretherick. I’d like to thank her personally for tude for their service and sacrifice. I am so Police Department in their excellent investiga- her service to this great nation for being a pio- very proud of them. God bless them and God tive work to stop this act of terror before it oc- neer of flight. bless America! I salute them one and all. curred. Madam Speaker, the threat of terrorism re- Frankie Lovvorn was born September 19, f 1914, in Cranfils Gap, Bosque County, Texas. mains very real, making it essential for cities Her parents were Francis Marion Lovvorn and DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SE- that face the greatest risk to have the tools Primrose Smith. She graduated from high CURITY APPROPRIATIONS ACT, and resources necessary to stop attacks be- school in Meridian, Bosque County, Texas. 2010 fore they occur. Cities, like New York, remain She graduated from Providence Hospital Nurs- a major target for terrorists, and programs like ing School in Waco, Texas, in 1937. She SPEECH OF UASI help us fight terrorism and ensures that worked for five years at various veteran’s hos- HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY our first responders have the equipment they need to protect the American people. pitals in Texas and Louisiana. She began fly- OF NEW YORK ing lessons at an airport south of Dallas, I would like to thank the gentleman from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Texas. North Carolina, Chairman of the Homeland By the time she applied and was accepted Wednesday, June 24, 2009 Security Appropriations Subcommittee, for his into the WASP program, Class of 44W–6, she The House in Committee of the Whole leadership, hard work, and dedication to the had acquired a commercial pilot’s license and House on the State of the Union had under urban area initiative and I urge adoption of the had logged over 200 hours of flying time. consideration of the bill (H.R. 2892) making bill. While stationed in Greenville, Mississippi at appropriations for the Department of Home- f Greenville Army Air Base until deactivated on land Security for the fiscal year ending Sep- tember 30, 2010, and for other purposes: HONORING THE MILITARY SERV- December 20, 1944, she flew BT–13s and ICE OF THE LOTHSPEICH FAM- Mr. CROWLEY. Madam Chair, I rise in sup- UC–78s and slow-timed repaired aircraft. ILY After deactivation, Frankie was asked to join port of H.R. 2892, the Department of Home- the Army Nurse Corps in May 1945. She was land Security Appropriations Act of 2010. sent to Mitchell Field, New York where she The Department of Homeland Security Ap- HON. EARL POMEROY OF NORTH DAKOTA worked at a hospital for three weeks. She was propriations bill makes fundamental invest- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES then sent to Randolph Field in San Antonio, ments that are vital to our nation’s security. It Texas to attend the School of Aviation Medi- tightens our nation’s borders, allows for instal- Friday, June 26, 2009 cine where she received training to become lation of the latest explosive detection systems Mr. POMEROY. Madam Speaker, I rise an air evacuation nurse. After World War II, at airports nationwide, protects our ports and today to honor the military service of the she went to business school and attended critical infrastructure, and provides grants to Lothspeich family of North Dakota. North Da- Southern Methodist University in Dallas, meet the needs of our first responders. It also kota has a proud military tradition and has Texas. She also worked part-time as a nurse increases funding for the Urban Areas Secu- sent many of its sons and daughters into the while in school. rity Initiative, which is very important to my service of their country. Amongst this proud Frankie met Joseph Harry Bretherick while home city of New York, by almost $50 million, history and tradition the Lothspeich family is both were stationed in Greenville, Mississippi. matching the President’s request, for a total unique. Edward and Rose Lothspeich were They married in 1949 and lived in Philadel- allocation of $887 million. the parents of nine boys and one girl. From phia, Pennsylvania for 19 years. Frankie con- In the months following the September 11th this family all nine of the Lothspeich brothers tinued working as a part-time nurse after their attacks, I spearheaded the creation of the have bravely answered the call of a grateful marriage. High Threat Urban Area Account Program, nation when it was sorely needed. They moved to Sarasota, Florida in 1968. which later became the Urban Area Security These brave men served across several After moving to Sarasota, Florida, Frankie be- Initiative (UASI). I undertook this effort be- critical periods in our nation’s history. Eugene, came involved with the Sarasota Garden Club. cause, at the time, there were no Federal do- Harold and Edward served at the height of She also acquired her Real Estate license. mestic security grant programs that provided World War II. Donald, Gerald, Lyle, Marlin Frankie’s husband, Joe, died in 1999. About funding solely on the basis of threat and risk. served during the Korean War and the begin- three years ago Frankie moved to Plano, While I recognize that the threat of terror lin- ning of the Cold War. Franklin and Leon Collin County, Texas, to be close to family. gers everywhere, there are, unfortunately, sev- served in Germany during a period in which Through their actions, Women Air Force eral cities and areas that are more vulnerable the Soviet Union was increasing the isolation Service Pilots were a catalyst for revolutionary to attack. New York, my home city, is one of of East Germany. reform in the integration of women pilots into them. Next week as we gather to celebrate the the U.S. Armed Services. Just as the Navajo This is not a distinction we are proud of, but birth of our nation, the City of Park River, Code Talkers served with distinction and were it is a reality we face. Al-Qaeda has already North Dakota will be celebrating its 125th an- awarded the Congressional Gold Medal, it is attacked my city twice. And, for me, it became niversary. As a part of that celebration, Park

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OF TEXAS World War II and kept watch during the cold- We also sought funding funding for a a six- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES est nights of the Cold War. year Capital Improvement Project that will re- The sacrifices of the Lothspeich brothers Thursday, June 25, 2009 habilitate and upgrade the City of Baytown, are worthy of our highest respect and I can The House in Committee of the Whole Texas’s wastewater and water infrastructure to think of no greater duty of a member of Con- House on the State of the Union had under comply with federal and state regulations, gress than to honor our nation’s heroes. I consideration the bill (H.R. 2996) making ap- maintain its condition and reliability and save stand today to honor their service as the city propriations for the Department of the Inte- costs. The City has implemented an asset of Park River will next week. rior, environment, and related agencies for management program to assess equipment f the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and condition, optimize work practices and ensure for other purposes: RECOGNIZING RICHARD F. MELL funding remains in place to sustain infrastruc- Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Madam Chair, ture improvements over time. I rise today in support of H.R. 2996, the Inte- The funding we requested under the State HON. MIKE QUIGLEY rior, Environment, and Related Agencies Ap- and Tribal Assistance Grant would help reha- OF ILLINOIS propriations Act for FY2010. bilitate portions of the Central District Waste- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This legislation provides a 17% increase water Treatment Plant to include elevation of Friday, June 26, 2009 over FY09 levels for critical programs that pro- redesign of critical components to reduce the Mr. QUIGLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today tect our public health and environment. storm surge impacts suffered during Hurricane to recognize the long and distinguished career Among other provisions, the legislation pro- Ike. These include the influent lift station, of Richard F. Mell. Alderman Mell, who is vides $605 million for the Superfund program blower building, administration/laboratory celebrating his 35th year of service, is a vital which will assist sites across the country clean building, and grit removal process. The inter- part of the Chicago community. up hazardous substances, including potentially nal piping needs to be replaced to improve en- Born in Muskegon, Michigan, Dick Mell the San Jacinto River Waste Pits site. ergy and operating efficiency, along with the began his career in public service shortly after It also provides $3.3 million to help EPA chlorine contact basin and plant pumping/ moving to Chicago, starting as a precinct cap- monitor air toxics outside schools, which I transfer systems. Installation of post-storm tain with the 33rd Ward Regular Democratic hope will ultimately include schools in our dis- emergency power systems are also a part of Organization and working closely with a vari- trict in East Houston, as well as $5 million to this effort. ety of neighborhood organizations. Knowing fund four new centers of excellence to study This is an important project to help Baytown he could do more to help the community by toxin and chemical impacts on children. recover from damage caused by Hurricane Ike taking on a larger role, in 1975, he ran to be Madam Speaker, I would also like to high- and overall to upgrade their wastewater sys- Alderman of the 33rd Ward and won. A year light two important projects I requested fund- tem, and I look forward to working the Chair later, he became the Ward Committeeman ing for in this bill, but did not receive funding. as we move forward to find assistance for this and took his seat on the Democratic Central The first is the Mickey Leland National project. Committee of Cook County, representing his Urban Air Toxics Research Center to continue I do have some concerns, however, with community on Chicago’s Northwest side. air quality public health research on air toxics provisions of the bill and report language. Alderman Mell has continued to take on im- in urban areas as directed by the U.S. Con- The bill defers $50 million in funding from portant and influential roles throughout his gress. The Center is a 501(c)(3) institution au- the Ultra-Deepwater Research Fund that was successful career. He held the office of Vice thorized by Congress in the Clean Air Act a part of the 2005 Energy Policy Act of 2005. Mayor of the City of Chicago for eight years Amendments of 1990. The ultra deepwater fund provides $50 million and currently serves as Chairman of the Com- Americans want to know whether they are annually for research for recovering oil and mittee on Committees, Rules and Ethics. He is at risk from pollutants in the air that they gas from ultra-deepwaters in the Gulf of Mex- also a member of the Committees on Budget breathe. People who live near sources of air ico. and Governmental Operations, Finance, toxics such as major roadways, industrial fa- It also includes report language urging EPA Health, Housing & Land Acquisition, Human cilities, or small businesses, are often espe- to ‘‘review the risks that hydraulic fracturing Relations, and Traffic Control and Safety. cially concerned about their risk. poses to drinking water using the best avail- As Alderman, Mr. Mell has always put his The purpose of air quality regulation and re- able science, as well as independent sources community first, remaining accessible to his search is to protect public health. High quality of information.’’ constituents with an open door policy and fre- air toxics research is the only way to assess I understand the concerns and desire to quent attendance at community meetings. He peoples’ risks and give policymakers the tools adequately protect the environment when de- celebrates his multi-ethnic, multi-racial com- they need to protect public health. The Center veloping our domestic resources, but hydraulic munity and understands that diversity stimu- develops and manages air toxics research fracturing is a well-tested technology that has lates growth in all of its residents. He consist- with a focus on understanding the air toxics been used to develop energy for over 60 ently strives to protect his entire community that people are exposed to in their daily activi- years. and has helped make possible social pro- ties, and how those compounds may impact First used in 1947, hydraulic fracturing has grams to assist the less fortunate. their health. become a standard practice for improving the Alderman Mell’s list of accomplishments is The Houston Exposure to Air Toxics Study process of natural energy extraction. The longer than this statement will allow and in- (HEATS) is an on-going project designed to practice involves the pumping of fluid into cludes setting new ethic codes for elected offi- study the relationship between personal expo- wells at high pressure to create fractures in cials, fighting absentee slum landlords in sures—the air people breathe as they go rock formations that allow for complete pro- housing courts, initiating an Adjacent Neigh- about their daily activities—and fixed site mon- duction of oil. Hydraulic fracturing is respon- borhood Program that rids the city of vacant itored concentrations of air toxics by meas- sible for about 30 percent of our domestic re- lots, and fighting to decrease graffiti in the city uring personal, residential indoor, and outdoor coverable oil and natural gas. About 90 per- by banning spray paint and passing an ordi- concentrations. cent of currently operating wells use this tech- nance that allows judges to sentence graffiti HEATS studies residents who live in the nology. Hydraulic fracturing, as used to vandals to community service work. 29th district of Texas, in close proximity to an produce natural gas from shale formations, Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join industrial neighborhood near the Houston Ship has created new opportunities for clean en- me in recognizing Alderman Richard Mell and Channel and a comparison group with similar ergy and employment without causing environ- his extraordinary career, and thank him for his demographics in Aldine. Because it has been mental damage. many outstanding contributions to the City of conducted according to rigorous statistical Recent studies on fracturing conducted by Chicago and its citizens. His commitment to principles, study results will be applicable to the Environmental Protection Agency in 2004 public service stands as an example to us all. the study participants, their neighborhoods, found no confirmed evidence of contamination

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. 2996 includes $500,000 for a State Friday, June 26, 2009 and Tribal Assistance Grant to the City of The subject of hydraulic fracturing is ade- Rose Hill, Kansas, for improvements to the quately regulated by the states and needs no Mr. MURTHA. Madam Speaker, I rise today city drainage system. The entity to receive federal intervention. Hydraulic fracturing is a to honor the service of Colonel Kirk W. funding for this project is the City of Rose Hill, vital and safe technology that helps drive the Hymes, U.S.M.C., the director of the Joint 125 W. Rosewood, PO Box 185, Rose Hill, United States towards energy security and Non-Lethal Weapons Directorate. After 26 Kansas 67133. independence. Congress should not restrict a years of honorable and distinguished service This funding will facilitate the installation of technology that plays such an integral part of to our great nation, Colonel Hymes will be re- a 48-inch drainage pipe, which will allow the our nation’s energy strategy. tiring. area to handle up to a 10-year storm event, Colonel Hymes is a native of Altoona, Penn- protecting homes in the area. sylvania and graduated from the United States f Naval Academy. After attending the Basic f School, he trained at the Field Artillery Officer H. RES. 543, DESIGNATING JUNE NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- Basic Course at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. He also AS HOME SAFETY MONTH TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 attended the Amphibious Warfare School in Quantico, Virginia and the Industrial College of SPEECH OF the Armed Forces. HON. MAXINE WATERS Colonel Hymes served in a number of dif- HON. KURT SCHRADER OF OREGON OF CALIFORNIA ferent places and in a variety of capacities, in- cluding the Recruiting Station in Harrisburg, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pennsylvania where he served as the Oper- Wednesday, June 24, 2009 Friday, June 26, 2009 ations Officer and Executive Officer and The House Is Committee of the Whole Twentynine Palms, California where he served House on the State of the Union had under Ms. WATERS. Madam Speaker, I am proud with the 5th Battalion, 11th Marines. He also consideration the bill (H.R. 2647) to authorize to be a consponsor of this of this legislation, carried out a Unit Deployment to Okinawa, appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for mili- which recognizes June as Home Safety Japan and deployed with the 31st MEU tary activities of the Department of Defense; to prescribe military personnel strengths for Month. (SOC). Following his return he became the Di- rector of the 11th Marines Artillery Training fiscal year 2010, and for other purposes: I would like to thank Congresswoman School. Mr. SCHRADER. Madam Speaker, I want to HALVORSON for her leadership in introducing Subsequently, Colonel Hymes became the take a moment and thank Chairman SKELTON this resolution and her commitment to the Fire Support Operational Test Project Officer and Ranking Member MCHUGH for their tire- safety of America’s homeowners. at the Marine Corps Operational Test and less work on behalf of the men and women of At a time when we are encouraging home- Evaluation Activity, Quantico, Virginia. After our Armed Services. I would also like to con- owners to stay in their homes and increasing transferring to the 2d Marine Division, Camp gratulate Congressman MCHUGH and wish him our efforts to spur new homeownership, we Lejeune, North Carolina he served with the luck as he transitions to his new post as Sec- 10th Marine Regiment where he was the Op- must also recognize the importance of ensur- retary of the Army. erations Officer and Executive Officer for 2d Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of ing the safety of homeowners within their Battalion, 10th Marines and then the Regi- the Skelton en bloc amendment which in- homes. mental Operations Officer. cludes legislation I introduced requiring the Each year, 20,000 deaths and an average After reporting to Okinawa for duty with III Department of Defense to notify any member of 21 million medical visits result from uninten- Marine Expeditionary Force, he served in the of the Armed Forces who is exposed to a po- tional injuries in the home, according to the G–3 Exercise Branch as the South East Asia tentially harmful material or contaminant and Home Safety Council. The top five causes of Exercise Branch Head and Tandem Thrust inform them of the health risks associated with unintentional home injury deaths include, falls, Exercise Planner. He then returned to that exposure. In the case the exposed soldier poisoning, fires or burns, choking or suffo- Twentynine Palms, California for duty as the is a member of a reserve component, the Sec- cation, and drowning. Such home injuries can Commanding Officer, 3d Battalion, 11th Ma- retary of Defense will be required to notify the cost employers up to $38 billion dollars a year. rines where he deployed the battalion to sup- State military department. port Operation Enduring Freedom and then Back in March I spoke with one of my con- Many of these deaths and injuries could Operation Iraqi Freedom. Colonel Hymes was stituents, Larry Roberta, a member of the Or- have been prevented if homeowners were later assigned to the Expeditionary Force De- egon National Guard who is suffering the equipped with the knowledge of simple and in- velopment Center at the Marine Corps Com- health effects of being exposed to toxic chemi- expensive steps to reduce the injury of risk in bat Development Center as the Integration cals on the battlefield. In 2003, while serving each area of the home. Branch Head and Deputy Director for Oper- in Iraq, Oregon National Guard Members like Furthermore, children and older adults have ations. Larry were unknowingly exposed to Madam Speaker, throughout his career, increased rates of unintentional home injury. Hexavalent Chromium while assigned to pro- Colonel Hymes received many personal tect contractors rebuilding a water treatment We must encourage adults, parents, care- awards including the Bronze Star with Combat givers to take greater actions to reduce unin- facility near Iraqi oil fields. The problem with ‘‘V’’, the Meritorious Service Medal with four chemicals like Hexavalent Chromium is they tentional injuries to protect the most vulnerable Gold Stars, the Navy Marine Corps Achieve- family members. can cause severe illnesses that may not ap- ment Medal, and the Combat Action Ribbon. pear until months or years after the exposure. H. Res. 543 encourages manufacturers to Upon his retirement, I commend him for his Their exposure to this cancerous agent was develop innovative safety products and fea- outstanding service and wish him the best of withheld from them while they were in the the- tures to help lessen home injuries and acci- luck in all of his future endeavors. ater, and many of our soldiers are still un- dents and encourages all levels of government f aware the symptoms they are experiencing to support funding for critical home safety edu- EARMARK DECLARATION may be related to a toxic exposure. Fast for- cation programs to reduce the risks from ward six years and the Oregon Guard is still home injuries. HON. TODD TIAHRT having a difficult time tracking down all the soldiers they feel may have been exposed. I strongly support H. Res. 543 and cannot OF KANSAS The estimated number of exposed Oregon IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stress enough how home safety education and soldiers is in the hundreds—many of these awareness can help saves lives and money. Friday, June 26, 2009 soldiers are still unaware they may have been I urge all of my colleagues to support this Mr. TIAHRT. Madam Speaker, pursuant to exposed to toxic substances that are impact- important resolution. the Republican Leadership standards on ear- ing their health. Had there been a notification

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This amend- ment Plan assumed this role in 2007, the organization ment provides them with added security and Amount: $500,000 was undertaking significant transformation that protection they need, and frankly deserve. I’d Account: Fish and Wildlife Service/ESA Re- he helped initiate in earlier leadership roles. like to thank Chairman SKELTON and Ranking source Management He carefully guided changes to strengthen his Member MCHUGH for their support to address Recipient: Idaho Governor’s Office of Spe- organization’s role as the nation’s primary this critical issue that has impacted so many cies Conservation source of space reconnaissance for military of Oregon’s citizen soldiers, and I urge my col- Recipient’s Address: 300 N. 6th Street, and intelligence forces. leagues to support the adoption of this impor- Boise, ID 83702 Mr. Large’s prior assignments prepared him tant amendment. Description: Sage-grouse are on the verge well for this leadership role. He served as the f of being listed under the Endangered Species Principal Deputy Director of the National Re- Act, with a decision on listing expected this connaissance Office from April, 2007 until his EARMARK DECLARATION spring. Idaho is taking proactive steps to re- appointment as Director later that year. He cover this species before a listing is required. also served as Director of the Imagery Sys- HON. MICHAEL K. SIMPSON The management plan, which is a partnership tems Operations and Acquisition Directorate OF IDAHO with private landowners, is an attempt to be from 2003 to 2006, during a period of signifi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wise stewards of the nation’s wildlife without cant technological and programmatic chal- Friday, June 26, 2009 being compelled to do so by law. lenges. Project Name: Piva Parcel Land Acquisition Mr. Large has carried out leadership assign- Mr. SIMPSON. Madam Speaker, in accord- Amount: $400,000 ments in two other intelligence community or- ance with the policies and standards put forth Account: USFS/Land Acquisition ganizations. He was Director of the Source by the House Appropriations Committee and Recipient: U.S. Forest Service, Sawtooth Operations and Management Directorate at the GOP Leadership, I would like to list the National Recreation Area the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. congressionally-directed projects I requested Recipient’s Address: 5 North Fork Canyon He also served in the Central Intelligence in my home state of Idaho that are contained Road, Ketchum, ID 83340 Agency’s Directorate of Operations and as As- in the report of H.R. 2996, the FY2010 Inte- Description: Funds will be used to enable sociate Director of the Science and Tech- rior, Environment, and Related Agencies Ap- the Forest Service to acquire the 160-acre nology directorate, leading technology devel- propriations Bill. Piva parcel from a willing seller so that it can opment programs. Mr. Large made funda- Project Name: City of Buhl Wastewater Sys- be used for public recreation and access to mental contributions to these programs and tem Improvements the Redfish Lake recreation area from the helped establish them as some of the nation’s Amount: $500,000 town of Stanley. The Forest Service currently premier intelligence efforts. Account: EPA/STAG has a conservation easement on the property, Recipient: City of Buhl Mr. Large’s determination to lead funda- but acquiring the land is necessary to carry mental changes in his organization, his willing- Recipient’s Address: 203 North Broadway, out planned improvements. Buhl, ID 83316 ness to assume leadership roles in other intel- Project Name: SNRA Trail Maintenance and ligence organizations, and his ability to facili- Description: The city is periodically exceed- Improvements ing the NPDES limitations under the Clean tate collaborative partnerships with other ele- Amount: $1,200,000 ments of the Intelligence Community are testa- Water Act and was recently fined by EPA for Account: Capital Improvements and Mainte- ment to the quality of his leadership. non-compliance of their pH, Total Suspended nance (Trail Construction) In announcing that he was stepping down Solids (TSS), and Biochemical Oxygen De- Recipient: U.S. Forest Service, Sawtooth as Director of the National Reconnaissance mand (BOD) limitations. IDEQ and EPA have National Recreation Area Office, Mr. Large reminded his workforce of mandated that the city build a new wastewater Recipient’s Address: 5 North Fork Canyon the critical role of space reconnaissance to the treatment center. Buhl, a town of less than Road, Ketchum, ID 83340 nation: For nearly 50 years the NRO has pro- 5,000 residents, recently passed a bond elec- Description: Funds will be used for trail con- vided this nation with an undeniable intel- tion for $15 million to help pay for the required struction, maintenance, and improvement in ligence and operational advantage. Today the improvements to their water system. The loan the Sawtooth National Recreation Area. Of the NRO continues to provide mission critical in- funds will be a burden to the residents—many funds appropriated for trail maintenance and formation to all of our end users. We are of whom are elderly (19% of the community) improvement in the Sawtooth National Recre- clearly on the verge of taking our mission to and the majority of whom are low to moderate ation Area, $500,000 is for trail improvements; the next level and have set in motion strategic income—and will increase monthly water bills $500,000 is for maintenance of existing motor- initiatives which will clearly demonstrate the by over $100, but even this will be ized trails and areas; and $200,000 is for the importance of what you do. unsustainable without additional assistance. improvement of two existing trails to provide Funding for this project will enable the city primitive wheelchair access at Murdock Creek The nation’s space reconnaissance work- build a new wastewater treatment center that and Phyllis Lake. force and systems are better positioned to would meet the Federal and State mandates I appreciate the opportunity to provide a list contribute to the nation’s defenses as a result imposed on the community. of congressionally-directed projects in my dis- of the leadership of this public servant. For Project Name: Historic Old Pen Site Sta- trict that have received funding in the Interior, this, we thank Mr. Large and wish him contin- bilization Project Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- ued success in all of his future endeavors. Amount: $150,000 priations Act for FY2010 and provide an expla- Account: National Park Service/Save Amer- nation of my support for them. f ica’s Treasures f PERSONAL EXPLANATION Recipient: Idaho State Historical Society Recipient’s Address: 2205 Old Penitentiary IN RECOGNITION OF MR. SCOTT F. Road, Boise, ID 83712 LARGE HON. NEIL ABERCROMBIE Description: This project will provide sta- OF HAWAII bilization to the Old Idaho State Penitentiary HON. SILVESTRE REYES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES historic site, which is operated by the Idaho OF TEXAS Friday, June 26, 2009 State Historical Society. The Old Pen is one of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the West’s most significant prison sites and Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Madam Speaker, I re- one of the most visited cultural facilities in Friday, June 26, 2009 gret that I missed rollcall vote No. 297, 389, Idaho. It thus plays a key role in the economic Mr. REYES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to 392, 394 and 405. Had I been present, I vitality of Boise and the Treasure Valley. pay tribute to a man of great integrity, intel- would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on all rollcall votes Funding would be used for work needed im- ligence and insight, Mr. Scott F. Large, on the No. 297, 392, and 394. I would have voted mediately to stabilize the site. In addition, occasion of his retirement after 23 years of ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall votes No. 389 and 405.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.014 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1612 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, IN RECOGNITION OF THE TENTH mark the tenth anniversary of the Olmstead ENVIRONMENT, AND RELATED ANNIVERSARY OF THE decision. AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS OLMSTEAD DECISION SUP- f ACT, 2010 PORTING CIVIL RIGHTS FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES INTRODUCTION OF THE COM- SPEECH OF PREHENSIVE COMPARATIVE STUDY OF VACCINATED AND HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN HON. DANNY K. DAVIS UNVACCINATED POPULATIONS OF ILLINOIS OF MARYLAND ACT OF 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, June 25, 2009 Friday, June 26, 2009 HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY The House in Committee of the Whole Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I OF NEW YORK want to take this moment to recognize the House on the State of the Union had under IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES consideration the bill (H.R. 2996) making ap- tenth anniversary of a monumental United propriations for the Department of the Inte- States Supreme Court decision that rep- Friday, June 26, 2009 rior, environment, and related agencies for resented a great advance in our contemporary Mrs. MALONEY. Madam Speaker, today, I the fiscal year ending September 30, 2010, and civil rights struggle. On June 22, 1999, the am reintroducing bipartisan legislation that I for other purposes: United States Supreme Court asserted the hope will resolve the question of whether there Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Madam Chair, I rise in right of individuals with disabilities to reside in is any link between the increased incidence of support of this FY 10 Interior-Environment Ap- their community via a 6–3 ruling. The neurological disorders, including autism, and propriations bill for the investments it makes in Olmstead v. L.C. decision stated that making the use of certain vaccines and/or multiple our infrastructure, natural resources and cul- services for disabled individuals available only vaccine schedules. Vaccines have been in- tural life—as well as its commitment to tack- in institutions, thereby forcing them out of their strumental in reducing the incidence of many ling the ongoing challenge of global climate homes, went against the Americans with Dis- once-common diseases. However, there con- change. abilities Act. Essentially, the Olmstead deci- tinue to be questions raised in numerous This legislation provides $10.46 billion for sion clarified the fact that the Americans with media reports, and by medical professionals, the Environmental Protection Agency to safe- Disabilities Act gives individuals with disabil- regarding the safety of vaccines and multiple guard our nation’s land, air and water. Of that ities the right to choose to receive their care vaccine schedules while there have been no amount, $2.3 billion will go to the Clean Water in the community rather than in an institutional comprehensive studies comparing the health State Revolving Fund and $1.4 billion will go setting. Provision of care within one’s commu- outcomes between vaccinated and to the Drinking Water State revolving fund to nity via personal care assistants is cost-effec- unvaccinated populations. help over 1500 communities improve their tive and improves the quality of life of persons We owe it to parents and children to study wastewater and drinking water systems. One with disabilities. Studies show the cost of pro- and resolve the question of a possible link be- and a half billion dollars will go to clean up viding services in the community is much tween vaccines and neurological disorders. hazardous and toxic waste, including $605 lower than in institutionalized settings, thereby The comprehensive national study comparing million for our nation’s most toxic Superfund allowing more individuals to receive services outcomes between vaccinated and sites and $100 million for brownfields cleanup for the same cost. In addition, the ability to re- unvaccinated children mandated by this legis- and redevelopment. And $601 million is pro- ceive community based services and supports lation would help resolve this controversy once vided at President Obama’s request to enable improves the ability of persons with disabilities and for all. As the most scientifically advanced the EPA to enforce our nation’s environmental to lead independent lives, work, and partici- country in the world, we should be jumping at laws. pate in their communities. the chance to conduct a comprehensive na- Our national parks receive $2.7 billion, The federal government bears the responsi- tional study and help ensure absolute trust in which includes $100 million to support the bility of restructuring our current health care our nation’s vaccine program. Parents deserve park service’s 10-year initiative to upgrade system. The inequities that exist in our health answers, and children deserve no less than park facilities before the National Park Sys- care system are profoundly disturbing. It is es- absolute certainty and safety when it comes to tem’s Centennial Anniversary in 2016. Our na- sential that we take the steps necessary to their health, which is why I am pleased to re- tional wildlife refuge system is provided $503 create an overhaul of the health care system introduce this legislation today. million for its conservation efforts. And the that is both moral and practical. As Reverend f U.S. Forest service is allocated $2.77 billion to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., once said: ‘‘Of all manage of (Air federal forests—including tar- the forms of inequality injustice, health care is DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SE- geted support for the Legacy Road and Trail the most shocking and inhumane.’’ In this spir- CURITY APPROPRIATIONS ACT Remediation program protecting streams and it, I urge concerned citizens to mobilize to help 2010 water systems from damaged forest roads, as us create a system that best serves those in well as the Forest Legacy Land Conservation our society who have limited resources. SPEECH OF Program to help protect environmentally im- As a policymaker who is adamant about im- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH portant, privately owned forest lands. proving health care for persons with disabil- OF OHIO To support our nation’s cultural heritage, ities, I believe it is imperative that the health IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this legislation invests $340 million, split even- care reform legislation that Congress intends ly between the National Endowment for the to enact this year take a substantial step for- Wednesday, June 24, 2009 Arts and the National Endowment for the Hu- ward in requiring that all Medicaid-eligible indi- The House in Committee of the Whole manities. And the Smithsonian will receive viduals with disabilities have a choice between House on the State of the Union had under $774 million for reducing its backlog of de- receiving care at home or in an institution. The consideration of the bill (H.R. 2892) making ferred maintenance and the planning and de- option to receive care in one’s community is appropriations for the Department of Home- sign of the new National Museum of African critical to conforming to the goal of the Ameri- land Security for the fiscal year ending Sep- American History and Culture. cans with Disabilities Act and with the tember 30, 2010, and for other purposes: Finally, this bill provides a total of $420 mil- Olmstead decision. Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Chair, I rise in sup- lion on climate change related initiatives—in- The Olmstead decision was a great step for- port of the Department of Homeland Security cluding $50 million for the EPA’s Energy Star ward in allowing persons with disabilities the Appropriations Act of 2009 and the employees program, $17 million for the development of a option to receive care in their own community. of the Department of Homeland Security Greenhouse Gas Registry necessary for moni- The tenth anniversary of the Olmstead deci- (DHS). The service and dedication of the men toring greenhouse gases and $10 million for sion symbolizes the struggle to create more and women that work to ensure the safety of new grants to empower local communities to options in our current health care system. We our country is admirable. find innovative ways to cut their, greenhouse must strive to include the tenets of the This bill responds to the public safety needs gas emissions. Olmstead decision in our health care reform of our communities in a time of hardship by Madam Chair, I commend Chairman DICKS, plans. Including provisions that provide choice providing $800 million in grants to fire depart- Ranking Member SIMPSON and the rest of the in location of care to Medicaid-eligible persons ments, of which $380 million is provided for subcommittee for developing this thoughtful with disabilities in comprehensive health care the Assistance for Firefighters Grants program bill, and I urge my colleagues’ support. reform legislation would be a wonderful way to used to train, hire and retain our local firemen

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I also support the provisions requiring organizations to increase public awareness Government has the authority and tools it DHS to monitor the medical care of all detain- about illegal and unsustainable wildlife trade, needs to promote the conservation of wildlife ees held in immigration detention facilities and to raise awareness about the implications of resources abroad, to protect the environmental to direct Immigration and Customs Enforce- global biodiversity loss, to enhance assistance health and security of the United States today, ment (ICE) to report to Congress on steps it to range states in the conservation of their and ensure that we pass on those resources has taken to ensure that all detainees are re- wildlife, and to close existing gaps in current to future generations. ceiving proper medical care and attention. conservation activities, is necessary and long I look forward to working with my colleagues I remain concerned about provisions in the overdue. on both sides of the aisle to advance this leg- bill regarding prisoners held in the Guanta- The Global Wildlife Conservation, Coordina- islation and to strengthen the abilities of the namo Bay detention facility. I commend Presi- tion and Enhancement Act of 2009, which I Federal Government to provide critical wildlife dent Obama’s pledge to close Guantanamo have introduced today, would address these conservation support around the world and to Bay, but this bill fails to ensure that the rule needs by consolidating and enhancing the au- maintain the United States’ leadership role of law and our commitment to universal thority of the Secretary of the Interior to spe- internationally in wildlife conservation. human rights are being upheld for detainees. cifically conduct fish and wildlife conservation f Section 522(a) of the bill requires the De- activities internationally. This legislation re- TRIBUE TO FRANK REYES partment of Homeland Security to conduct ex- flects the solid input gained through two over- tensive threat assessments for all detainees sight hearings conducted by the Committee on held at the Guantanamo Bay detention facility Natural Resources during the 110th Congress. HON. JOE BACA as of April 20, 2009, and to place all detainees The bill also benefits from extensive dialogue OF CALIFORNIA on the ‘‘no-fly’’ list unless there is Presidential with wildlife conservationists, zoo and aquar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Certification to exclude them on such a list. ium professionals, law enforcement experts, Friday, June 26, 2009 This section also prohibits any funds in the act animal health and welfare organizations, and Mr. BACA. Madam Speaker, I stand here from being used to provide detainees with any other stakeholders. today to honor the career and contributions of immigration benefits, including refugee or asy- Title I of the bill would create an Institute for a longstanding community activist, dear friend, lum classification. The treatment and detention International Wildlife Conservation within the loving husband, and father—Frank Reyes. of hundreds of foreign nationals held indefi- United States Fish and Wildlife Service, After 32 years of loyal service to the Inland nitely and illegally without charge at Guanta- through which the Department of the Interior’s Empire of Southern California, Frank recently namo Bay has violated our most basic demo- international conservation initiatives would be announced his retirement from his post as Ex- cratic principles. The burden to right this coordinated and collaborative partnerships ecutive Director of Governmental Relations for wrong by ensuring due process for the re- built. The Institute, which would enhance and the San Bernardino City Community College maining 245 falls on the U.S. The detainees strengthen the Service’s existing International District (SBCCD). held at Guantanamo Bay must be afforded ha- Affairs Office, would have authority to carry Frank has made San Bernardino, California, beas corpus protections. We must have the out a targeted public education and aware- his home since first immigrating to the United confidence in our own U.S. system of justice ness campaign to better inform U.S. con- States from Guadalajara, Mexico, at age 12. to try the detainees. sumers of the illegal trade in wildlife and wild- He attended San Bernardino High School and I will continue to work to ensure all have life products, and most important, what they Valley College before earning his degree in equal protection under the law. I urge my col- can do to limit the United States as a market business from Cal State San Bernardino. leagues to support passage of this bill. for illegal contraband. While Frank’s academic background is in f The Institute also would be empowered to business, his true passion lies in the field of provide financial, educational and technical as- education. Before joining SBCCD, Frank INTRODUCTION OF THE GLOBAL sistance to range states and other partner in- worked as both a professor and a student WILDLIFE CONSERVATION, CO- stitutions to support capacity building, to cre- counselor. During his tenure at SBCCD, ORDINATION AND ENHANCEMENT ate and enhance locally adapted wildlife man- Frank’s strong leadership helped secure over ACT OF 2009 agement programs abroad, and to develop $100 million in grant money for both Crafton professional cadres of wildlife conservationists Hills College and San Bernardino Valley Col- HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO in the United States and abroad. In addition, lege. OF GUAM the Institute, through its Center for Inter- Frank has received numerous Community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES national Wildlife Recovery Partnerships, would Awards, from myself and many others for his provide a forum for the active collaboration of Friday, June 26, 2009 excellent work in the areas of education, coun- federal, state, tribal, local, and non-govern- ty safety, and community leadership. Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, as our mental entities regarding wildlife conservation Frank has been an active member of many understanding of human impacts on the envi- and the care, rehabilitation and recovery of distinguished professional organizations, in- ronment grows, so too, must our commitment threatened and endangered wildlife species. cluding, the Hispanic Association of Colleges to the protection and conservation of the Title II of this bill would create a Global and Universities, the California Teachers’ As- world’s fish and wildlife resources. The United Wildlife Coordination Council within the Execu- sociation, the California Community College States is largely regarded as the global tive Branch in recognition of the fact that inter- Counselors Association, the Association of frontrunner in international fish and wildlife national wildlife conservation is a multi-dimen- Mexican American Educators, and the Inland conservation. Our nation has a longstanding sional issue that requires the broad involve- Empire Latino Business Council. history of sharing our knowledge, technical ment of the Federal Government to be suc- In addition, Frank has been involved in nu- abilities, and experience gained through the cessful. This Council, which is patterned after merous philanthropic activities in the San North American Model of Wildlife Conservation the highly successful United States Coral Reef Bernardino area. He is a board member with to aid other countries in the conservation of Task Force, would be comprised of various Hands of Mercy, which builds homes for the their wildlife and wildlife habitat. Unfortunately, Federal agencies with a responsibility and needy in Ensenada, is an active member of wildlife conservation resources, including stake in global wildlife conservation. To com- the Kiwanis Club of Greater San Bernardino, trained wildlife professionals and basic prehensively address the myriad threats con- and has been very involved with the Jerry logistical and communication tools, still com- fronting global wildlife, this Council would be Lewis Fire Training Facility. I know Frank will monly remain unavailable in many foreign tasked to develop a cross-cutting strategy to continue to work tirelessly, even in retirement, range states that are home to globally signifi- better utilize existing resources to increase to support the causes he believes in. cant species. Federal coordination without creating new bu- I have had the great privilege of becoming Notwithstanding the many successful con- reaucracy. close, personal friends with Frank, his wonder- servation initiatives implemented by the United In closing, the illegal wildlife trade, which ful wife, Eloise, and their son Christopher. In States Fish and Wildlife Service around the has received considerably less public attention addition to being an outstanding husband and world through its programs such as Wildlife than the illegal trade in narcotics and weap- father, Frank has always been a strong sup- Without Borders Program, there remains a ons, is an increasing challenge threatening not porter to me and my family, and for that—I am glaring need to improve coordination and col- only the conservation of biodiversity but also forever grateful.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.021 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1614 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 My wife Barbara and I, my sons Councilman DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR, just outside Chicago and in my district, Brook- Joe Baca Jr. and Jeremy, and my daughters ENVIRONMENT, AND RELATED field Zoo has consistently been a leader in Natalie and Jennifer cherish their friendship, AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS cutting edge animal science, zoo management and are appreciative of all they have done ACT, 2010 and education programs. The zoo has been over the years to create positive change in the and will continue to be a wonderful resource Inland Empire. SPEECH OF for the people of metropolitan Chicago, the In fact, I gave Eloise Reyes a ‘‘Woman of State of Illinois and beyond. I ask my col- the Year’’ award in 1993, when I was in the HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI leagues to join me today in honoring Brook- California State Legislature. She was recog- OF PENNSYLVANIA field Zoo on the occasion this distinguished nized for all her great work in the community, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES anniversary. and for being a true trailblazer as the first His- Thursday, June 25, 2009 Brookfield Zoo, owned by the Forest Pre- serve District of Cook County and managed panic, female attorney in the Inland Empire. The House in Committee of the Whole Madam Speaker, my good friend Frank House on the State of the Union had under by the Chicago Zoological Society, has a stat- Reyes has lived a true life of service. He is a consideration the bill (H.R. 2996) making ap- ed mission to ‘‘inspire conservation leadership perfect example of what one can achieve with propriations for the Department of the Inte- by connecting people with wildlife.’’ It plays hard work, dedication, faith in God, and love rior, environment, and related agencies for host to 2.1 million visitors annually, and cares in family and friends. My family and I con- the fiscal rear ending September 30, 2010, and for 3000 animals representing 450 different gratulate him on a wonderful career, and wish for other purposes: animal species. him nothing but the best in retirement. Mr. KANJORSKI. Madam Chair, I rise today Brookfield Zoo first opened to the public in f in support of the manager’s amendment put 1934. Following the overwhelming approval of forth by Chairman DICKS to H.R. 2996, the De- a referendum by the people of Cook County, WHITMAN HOSPITAL AND MED- partment of the Interior, Environment, and Re- construction began on the Zoo in 1926. While ICAL CENTER OF COLVILLE, lated Agencies Appropriations Act, 2010. This the onset of the Great Depression hindered WASHINGTON manager’s amendment incorporates an progress, the federal Civil Works Administra- amendment I offered to allow funds appro- tion (CWA) assisted in completing construction HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS priated to the Office of Surface Mining (OSM) of the Zoo, and today many of the original, OF WASHINGTON to be used as the non-Federal share of the historic CWA buildings remain in use at the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cost of certain environmental restoration Zoo. Friday, June 26, 2009 projects that repair acid mine drainage from Brookfield Zoo has been an innovative lead- coal abandoned mines. er among zoos. Notably, the zoo was one of Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. Madam the first ‘‘bar-less’’ zoos in North America. A Speaker, I rise today to recognize Whitman For many years, the Interior Appropriations bill authorized OSM to provide matching funds revolution among zoos began in Europe in Hospital and Medical Center in Colville, Wash- 1900, where cramped cages were disdained in ington. Whitman Hospital, founded in 1893, for federally-funded projects related to treat- ment or abatement of acid mine drainage from favor of spacious enclosures, surrounded by has carried out its mission of providing med- moats and landscaped in natural settings. This abandoned mines. The language was inad- ical care to members of the rural community in was based on the belief that ’animals should vertently removed from the appropriations bill Northeast Washington for over 115 years. be exhibited in as near natural conditions as Whitman Hospital and Medical Center is several years ago and today I am pleased that possible’, for the benefit of both the animal dedicated to assuring medical service is pro- Chairman DICKS agreed to collect this over- and the viewing public. Brookfield Zoo was de- vided in accordance with its core values of re- sight by restoring this important provision in signed with this modern concept in mind, and spect, compassion, teamwork, stewardship, the fiscal year 2010 legislation. creatively overcame the challenges involved in and responsiveness to the community. In addi- Communities that are impacted by environ- maintaining safe, cageless environments in tion to emergency services and surgery, the mental damage related to abandoned mines the northern climate of Chicago. Today, exhib- Medical Center operates a variety of clinics to tend to be in economically distressed areas of its maintain their modern approach through a the country. These communities have small support non-critical community health, such as focus on ecosystems, incorporating native allergy, cardiology, neurology, and ear, nose budgets and little, if any, money for environ- plants into animals’ habitats. and throat conditions. The Whitman Hospital mental restoration projects. Furthermore, the Another ‘‘first’’ was the creation of a specific and Medical Center also provides opportuni- economic downtown has caused budget short- Children’s Playground at the Zoo in 1937, ties for health education through classes, pro- falls for many municipalities and providing which was later formalized into the Children’s grams, and training seminars. The hospital basic services such as police and fire protec- Zoo in 1953. This facility provided children not proved its resilience by winning the ‘‘Top 100 tion takes precedent over environmental res- only with a location to play, but also enabled Benchmark Hospital’’ award in 1994 and 1995 toration. them to interact with animals, including goats, despite nearly closing due to financial difficul- Permitting OSM to use these funds to serve ducks, and lambs. Following the successful ties in the late 1980s. Whitman Hospital and as the local match will help meet the depart- development of these facilities, Brookfield Zoo Medical Center’s employees have contributed ment’s mission of ensuring that citizens and became the first zoo in North America to ex- to providing the rural counties of Northeast the environment are protected during mining hibit giant pandas in 1937, to breed black Washington the kinds of healthcare options and that the land is restored to beneficial use rhinos (1941) and okapi (1959) in captivity, often only available in large urban centers. when mining is finished. This provision will not and created the first inland ‘‘Dolphinarium’’ in Currently in the second stage of a $19 mil- cost the federal government any additional 1960. It was also among the first to open a lion building and expansion project, the hos- dollars. zoo animal hospital and to launch animal nutri- pital and medical center continues to strive to In closing, I would like to thank Chairman tion programs. provide better and more varied healthcare op- DICKS for including my amendment in this leg- Just like millions of others, I have fond tions. In its first stage of construction, the hos- islation and urge my colleagues to support this memories of Brookfield Zoo from my child- pital constructed a new facility to house a 25- manager’s amendment. hood. Growing up in Chicago, I was a member bed inpatient center, labor and delivery rooms, f of the zoo for many years when I was in grade and radiology clinic. The current construction school and high school. It was a fun and safe stage, scheduled for completion in late sum- CELEBRATING THE 75TH ANNIVER- place to go at all times of the year. Although mer, 2009, involves remodeling several cur- SARY OF BROOKFIELD ZOO, I did not think about it at the time, I received rent operations, such as the respiratory ther- COOK COUNTY, IL a great education at Brookfield Zoo, including apy clinic and pharmacy. learning about not only animals and habitats Madam Speaker, I believe the ongoing ef- HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI around the world, but also the environment forts to provide excellent medical assistance to OF ILLINOIS and environmental stewardship. the counties of Northeast Washington make IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Education is something that Brookfield Zoo the Whitman Hospital and Medical Center wor- is strongly committed to. Last year, 250,000 thy of recognition before this body. I invite my Friday, June 26, 2009 students participated in school field trips to colleagues to join me in honoring Whitman Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise to Brookfield Zoo, and more than 1,700 teachers Hospital and Medical Center by observing commemorate the Chicago Zoological Soci- participated in training and certification pro- over 115 years of continuing dedication to ety’s Brookfield Zoo, which is celebrating its grams there as well. Facilities such as Brook- community health services and education. 75th anniversary. Located in Cook County, field Zoo are important sources of informal

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Nitze FOR HIS LEADERSHIP OF NAVAL the Chicago Zoological Society, field programs Scholars Program, the annual River Concert SUBMARINE BASE NEW LONDON are sponsored and undertaken, now including Series, over 40 new scholarships, nine en- long-term research on bottle nose dolphins, dowed professorships and chairs, and many western lowland gorillas, and African lions, student and faculty awards presented at the HON. JOE COURTNEY among other species. annual Awards Convocation. OF CONNECTICUT I would like to commend Brookfield Zoo, as The Center for the Study of Democracy was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES well as the Chicago Zoological Society, on established with a $2 million NEH grant and Friday, June 26, 2009 their successful completion of 75 years of op- challenge matches. Private funds now support Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, I rise eration, and their continuing efforts to promote the William Donald Schaefer Internships, the today to honor Captain Mark S. Ginda, who, conservation leadership through education, re- Ben Bradlee Lectures, the Andrew Goodpaster after three years of service as Commanding search and family enjoyment. Congratulations Lecture Series and the Patuxent Defense Officer at Naval Submarine Base New Lon- on this notable anniversary, and I wish Brook- Forum. don, will be moving on to his new position at field Zoo and its dedicated staff and leader- In honoring the successful accomplishments the Defense Liaison Division in Washington, ship many more years of success, effective re- at St. Mary’s College under Maggie’s leader- DC. search, and valuable education and outreach. ship, we should also recognize the accom- Captain Mark Ginda has served our nation f plishments of Torre Meringolo, who has been through his service in the Submarine force instrumental in carrying out much of Maggie’s since 1982, when he graduated from the STATEMENT ON JANE MARGARET vision for the College. Torre also leaves this United States Naval Academy. He went on to O’BRIEN AND TORRE MERINGOLO month after serving most of his 15 years at St. serve on the USS George C. Marshall (SSBN Mary’s College as the Vice President for De- 654), USS Alexander Hamilton (SSBN 617), HON. STENY H. HOYER velopment. He has accepted the position of USS Sand Lance (SSN 660) and commanded OF MARYLAND vice president for university advancement and the USS Pasadena (SSN 752). Back on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES external relations at the University of Mary shore, Captain Ginda served as an instructor Friday, June 26, 2009 Washington. at Naval Nuclear Power School, flag aide to Torre leaves a proud record of accomplish- the Commander of the Atlantic Fleet, directed Mr. HOYER. Madam Speaker, I would like ment at St. Mary’s. Hired originally as director readiness preparations at Submarine Squad- to recognize the efforts of two individuals who of the library and information services, he di- ron FIFTEEN in Guam, helped to coordinate have been key in the success of St. Mary’s rected a comprehensive modernization effort intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance College of Maryland. Unfortunately, both of that encompassed library partnerships with the (ISR) resources at the United States Strategic them have chosen to move on to new chal- University of Maryland System, raised $2 mil- Command. lenges and will be leaving this summer, so I lion for library endowment, and provided the In August 2006, Captain Ginda became the wanted to reflect on the incredible contribu- foundation for a contemporary IT system. 48th Commanding Officer of Naval Submarine tions they have both made to the College. Torre’s previous employment at the University Base New London. Since then, he has over- Jane Margaret O’Brien leaves as the presi- of Massachusetts at Amherst, Penn State Uni- seen one of our nations most historic and im- dent of St. Mary’s College of Maryland, having versity, and UNC Charlotte brought a strong portant naval bases, which covers 680 acres, served in that capacity since 1996. Maggie is knowledge of information systems to St. serves as home to 70 tenant commands, and a personal friend and I want to salute her Mary’s, which he deftly adapted for a smaller- supports the officers and crew of nearly one- years of leadership as President, along with scale campus with modest resources. quarter of our attack submarine fleet. He has Torre Meringolo, who has served during much In concert with Trustee Terry Rubenstein, done so with enthusiasm, with passion and of that time as Vice President for Develop- chair of the board’s development committee, with a dedication not only to strengthening the ment. Together, they brought to St. Mary’s Torre led a professional development team base for the future, but with a renewed com- College a strong reputation for excellence in that successfully completed a $40.4 million mitment to our nation’s most import asset: the scholarship, research, and community engage- campaign. During his time, endowment funds young Americans who serve our nation. ment. at the College grew to over $24 million. Torre In his three years there, Captain Ginda has Dr. O’Brien received her bachelor’s degree worked to create a modern, professionally run overseen a flurry of activity unmatched in the from Vassar College in 1975 with a major in Foundation, which granted over $16 million for recent history of SUBASE New London. From biochemistry. She completed a Ph.D. in chem- the College’s programs over the past 10 a new crane facility at the waterfront, to a istry at the University of Delaware in 1981. In years. His passion for supporting students with long-needed renovation of the Liberty Center her early academic career she was a member financial needs made possible the graduation for bachelor sailors, the completion of an ini- of the chemistry and biochemistry department of many alumni. tiative to improve housing options and a num- at Middlebury College where she also served Under Torre’s leadership, the Alumni Office ber of other critical projects, there isn’t a cor- as dean of the faculty. She was president of now serves 11,000 proud alumni with regular ner of the base where Captain Ginda hasn’t Hollins University from 1991–96. events and mailings to keep alumni involved had an impact. Under his leadership, SUBASE Dr. O’Brien received a Kellogg National and informed. His work has led to the creation embarked on one of the most ambitious dem- Leadership Fellowship from 1989–92, served of major campus events such as Reunion olition projects in the Navy, pulling down more as an International Fellow with the American Weekend, Governor’s Cup, Madrigals, and than 35 buildings and structures through a Association of Colleges and Universities in now the River Concert Series on the Town- more than $18 million undertaking of projects 1990–91, and was an Eisenhower Fellow to house Greens, all successful programs that that will trim down the excess infrastructure at Malaysia and Hungary in 1999. She is a mem- bring thousands of alumni and friends to the the base and lower operating costs. He’s also ber of Phi Beta Kappa and the science honors College annually. been a commander who takes things into his society Sigma Xi. After stepping down as As Maggie O’Brien and Torre Meringolo de- own hands, and recently manned the controls president, Dr. O’Brien will continue to work for part, St. Mary’s College is today a nationally of a backhoe and helped demolish buildings. the College with the Centre for Medieval and recognized leader. Newsweek has called it More important than the bricks and mortar, Renaissance Studies in Oxford, England. ‘‘an Ivy-level College with a public-school price however, has been Captain Ginda’s efforts to Dr. O’Brien assumed her post in July 1996 tag.’’ It is now consistently ranked as one of improve the quality of life for the sailors, and and dedicated herself and the College to the the best liberal arts schools in the nation by their families, stationed at SUBASE New Lon- newly adopted Honors College Curriculum. U.S. News and World Report, and the Prince- don, and breath new life into the base not just She provided critical guidance to the College’s ton Review named it a ‘‘best value college’’ as a military facility—but as a home to its resi- external relations and fundraising, which in- this year. dents and a contributing member of the south- cluded the $40 million Heritage Campaign in I want to congratulate Maggie and Torre for eastern Connecticut community. support of the faculty’s academic leadership, their contributions to higher education. Their Not too long ago SUBASE New London was the extension of the residential college, and accomplishments at St. Mary’s College of threatened with closure. While advocates and

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In addition to its outdated and gloomy place in which to serve. fire stations and has an annual operating operating emergency services, a surgery cen- Each and every day since arriving at the base, budget of 260 million dollars. ter, rehabilitation, and diagnostic imaging, Mt. Captain Ginda worked to reverse that percep- In addition, Chief Prather currently serves Carmel serves the community’s underprivi- tion by reconnecting the base with the com- on the Orange County Emergency Council, leged and provides education to professionals munity around it, by looking forward at what Chairs the Orange County Emergency Oper- and laymen alike. Through their partnership the base could be, and by ensuring that the ational Area Council, Fire Scope Board of Di- with various other regional nonprofits, such as base is able to accomplish its most important rectors, Co-chairs an Orange County Joint Christ Clinic and Project Access, Mt. Carmel goal—the support of the sailors and families Law/Fire/Health anti-terrorism advisory com- compassionately reaches out to those who who make up our submarine force. mittee and is a member of the California Fire have limited or no health insurance. Addition- Not too long after Captain Ginda took com- Chiefs Association Executive Board of Direc- ally, the hospital’s Resident Physician program mand of the base, I was honored to be elect- tors. In 2002, Chip was appointed by Gov- offers training for new medical personnel while ed as the representative of the second Con- ernor Davis to the State Emergency Council its Community Health Education Center pro- gressional district of Connecticut. As a new which advises the Governor on policy matters vides classes and support groups on aware- member from the other side of the district, it during times of disaster and served on the ness and health improvement opportunities. was important for me to get up to speed fast states 2003 Blue Ribbon Fire Commission. The excellent care and community support on the needs of the base and the challenges Chief Prather is also is a member of The contributed by Mt. Carmel Hospital offers the it faced. From day one, Captain Ginda made Raise Foundation’s Advisory Board (formerly rural counties of Northeast Washington the sure to reach out to me, and take the time to Prevent Child Abuse Orange County), serves kind of healthcare options often only available walk me through his vision for the base and as a member of the Salvation Army Advisory in large urban centers. ensuring that no question of mine went Board and the Trauma Intervention Program In early June, 2009, Mt. Carmel Hospital unasked. His help, and counsel, was instru- Advisory Board and numerous other boards completed its renewal and expansion project, mental in making sure I had the knowledge I and commissions. Chief Prather was honored which doubled the hospital’s size and ren- needed to come to Washington to advocate as the recipient of the Boy Scouts Spurgeon ovated the existing building. Construction of on behalf of the base and its importance to Award 2000 for his involvement in Explorer the new hospital building will increase the hos- our nation. I am so grateful for his assistance Scouting and in 2002 was selected as the Fire pital’s area by 70,000 square feet, which will and the close working relationship he has had Chief of the Year by the California Fire Chiefs include a new inpatient facility and an ex- with me and my office. I am also especially Association. panded outpatient area, emergency room, and thankful for the warm friendship that he and Chief Prather is a member of the following laboratory, as well as other additions. his wife, Terry, have shown and their efforts to organizations: Orange County Chambers of Madam Speaker, I believe the ongoing ef- ensure that I felt at home as a member of the Commerce, International Association of Fire forts to provide excellent medical assistance to SUBASE New London community. Chiefs, Metropolitan Fire Chiefs’ Association, the counties of Northeast Washington make Madam Speaker, it has truly been an honor California Fire Chiefs’ Association, California Mt. Carmel Hospital worthy of recognition be- to work with Captain Ginda, and I have no State Firefighters’ Association, the Orange fore this body. I invite my colleagues to join doubt that his legacy will be felt at the base County Fire Chiefs’ Association and the Na- me in honoring Mt. Carmel Hospital and the and in the region for some time to come. He tional Fire Protection Association. Sisters of Providence by observing and cele- Chip holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in has been a terrific resource for me and my of- brating 90 years of dedication to wellness and Management and has completed the Harvard fice, a trusted advocate for his base, and a re- health education in the community. University John F. Kennedy School of Govern- spected partner in the southeastern Con- ment Program for Senior Executives in state f necticut community. I ask all my colleagues in and local government. He has also attended joining me in thanking Captain Ginda for his IN RECOGNITION OF THE THIRTY- the United States Fire Administration National service to the Navy, recognizing his tireless ef- SEVENTH ANNIVERSARY OF Fire Academy, completing the Executive Fire forts at SUBASE New London, and in wishing TITLE IX Officer Program. he and Terry good luck as they prepare to Chief Prather and his wife Katie live in San move on to this next step in their lives. HON. DANNY K. DAVIS Clemente California with their two children. f Chief Prather’s tireless passion for commu- OF ILLINOIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO CHARLES PRATHER, nity and public service has contributed im- FIRE CHIEF ORANGE COUNTY mensely to the betterment of the community of Friday, June 26, 2009 FIRE AUTHORITY Orange County, California. I am proud to call Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I Chip a fellow community member, American wish to take a moment this week to recognize HON. KEN CALVERT and friend. I know that many community mem- the thirty-seventh anniversary of Title IX. bers are grateful for his service and salute him When I think of this historic legislation that OF CALIFORNIA as he retires. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES champions equal rights for women, I am re- f minded of something Betty Friedan said in her Friday, June 26, 2009 MT. CARMEL HOSPITAL OF book, the Feminine Mystique. She said, ‘‘The Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today COLVILLE, WASHINGTON CELE- problem that has no name—which is simply to honor and pay tribute to an individual BRATES 90TH ANNIVERSARY the fact that American women are kept from whose dedication and contributions to the growing to their full human capacities—is tak- community of Orange County, California are HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS ing a far greater toll on the physical and men- exceptional. Orange County has been fortu- tal health of our country than any known dis- OF WASHINGTON nate to have dynamic and dedicated commu- ease.’’ Ms. Friedan—a leader of the women’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity leaders who willingly and unselfishly give rights movement and a founding member of their time and talent and make their commu- Friday, June 26, 2009 the National Organization for Women—de- nities a better place to live and work. Fire Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. Madam scribed an ongoing battle; a battle that has Chief Charles ‘‘Chip’’ Prather is one of these Speaker, I rise today to recognize Mt. Carmel plagued our country for far too long. individuals. Chief Prather is retiring from the Hospital in Colville, Washington. Mt. Carmel Title IX was enacted with the purpose of re- Orange County Fire Authority (OCFA) and Hospital was founded in 1919 as a non-profit, moving the barriers that could negatively con- today I honor his years of public service. critical access, Catholic hospital and is cur- strict the potential of over 50% of our popu- Chief Prather became Fire Chief for the Or- rently run by the Sisters of Providence. For 90 lation. This monumental advance in equal ange County Fire Authority on October 1, years, the hospital has carried out its mission rights for women was passed on June 23, 1997. In this capacity he is responsible for the of providing medical care to members of the 1972, with the goal of prohibiting gender dis- daily operation of one of the largest fire orga- rural community in the Stevens, Ferry, and crimination in education programs, especially nizations in the State of California. Under Pend Oreille counties of Northeast Wash- concerning athletic opportunities for young Chief Prather’s direction are a total of 1,500 ington. men and women. I have time and time again

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Pope Air Force Base, I am pleased that this This is a very timely and important measure Upon celebrating the thirty-seventh anniver- bill makes important investments to support as many of our troops today are returning sary of Title IX, it is only right to recognize our national security and recognize the con- home in need of accessible and adequate what has thus far been accomplished since tributions of not only our men and women in health care services. Therefore I strongly com- the enactment of Title IX in 1972. In the arena uniform but also the families that support mend my colleague BOB FILNER for bringing of athletics, we have seen tremendous in- them. It provides for a 3.4 percent pay raise this measure before the floor. creases in the participation of women in for service members and authorizes $1.95 bil- This bill would authorize Congress to pro- sports. In 1972, there were merely 294,000 fe- lion for family housing programs. It expands vide investments in the Department of Vet- male high school athletic participants, in con- support for those who are injured in battle, erans Affairs medical care one year in ad- trast to the 3.6 million male participants; now, with enhancements for the medical ‘‘mission to vance so the department can have sufficient looking at 2006, there has been a 904% in- heal’’ and funding to help friends and family time to plan how to deliver the best care to an crease with just under 3 million female high visit or otherwise support recovering service increasing number of veterans with increas- school athletes. In 1972, only about 30,000 members. It also expands TRICARE health ingly complex medical conditions. women continued on to collegiate athletic par- coverage for reserve component members My military constituents often turn to me for ticipation, compared to 170,000 male partici- and their families. support in confronting the many challenges pants. But in 2006, that number also in- H.R. 2647 improves military readiness and they face when working with the Department creased exponentially, by 456%, to 167,000 authorizes additional funds for equipment de- of Veterans Affairs. We have come to under- female collegiate participants. In the world of pleted by the war in Iraq and Afghanistan. It stand, that many of the challenges in efficient business, the percentage of women general authorizes the president’s request for 15,000 health care services are attributable to the De- counsels in Fortune 500 companies rose from more Army troops, 8,000 more Marines, partment of Veterans Affairs’ inadequate fund- 4% to 15% between 1994 and 2002. Within 14,650 more Air Force personnel, and 2,477 ing. For most of the past two decades, the ap- the legal profession, the percentage of women more Navy sailors, and also includes funding propriated funds for medical care have not in tenured positions at law schools increased for force protection to keep those troops safe been provided to the Department of Veterans from 5.9% in 1994 to 25.1% in 2006. In addi- in theater. It recognizes the toll on our Army Affairs in a timely manner. This has resulted in tion, I am certain that Title IX laid the founda- National guard and reserves by providing new the department’s problems in planning and tion for other advancements in equal rights for battle gear and construction projects in our managing care for enrolled veterans. Accord- women, such as the Lilly Ledbetter Fair Pay communities. ingly, this bill addresses this budgetary prob- Act of 2009 that President Obama signed into While I am pleased that this resolution pro- lem and allows for advance appropriations to law this January and that I proudly co-spon- vides authorization of $50 million for Impact ensure the department has the Federal back- sored. Aid funding, with additional $15 million for ing to effectively address the medical needs of Even with this progress, the United States BRAC-affected areas, these levels are inad- our nation’s veterans. still has quite a journey ahead toward the goal equate for the pressing needs our school dis- As a vocal advocate for veterans’ rights, I of equality for women. There still exists resist- tricts have as they care for military-connected am pleased to add my voice of support for ance to efforts to treat women and men equal- students. As the former superintendent of H.R. 1016. I look forward to working with my ly. Even now there is still a remarkably large North Carolina’s schools, I know first-hand that colleagues to ensure that we continue to pro- gap between the number of female and male we cannot provide a high-quality education vide the necessary resources towards improv- high school and collegiate sports participants. without high-quality facilities. In North Caro- ing our Department of Veterans Affairs’ health Beyond athletics, there still exists gender in- lina, the BRAC process has swelled enroll- care programs and administrative services. equality in the work force on multiple fronts, ment in the counties around Fort Bragg— f including: the ratio of male to female profes- Cumberland, Harnett, Johnston, and Samp- IN RECOGNITION OF OFFICER sionals; the difference in the earnings of male son—without increasing the tax base that sup- GARLAND C. THOMPSON and female employees; and the ratio of male ports the local schools. Impact Aid funding has to female leadership positions in the work- barely increased in the last five years. We force. It is true that in 2003 female profes- must renew our commitment to support these HON. PETE SESSIONS sional earnings had risen to 76% of what their students and give local schools the support OF TEXAS male counterparts were making; nevertheless, they need to provide them a quality education, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 76% is still far less than 100%. especially in the current economic downturn Friday, June 26, 2009 So, I celebrate the advances made during that is straining state and local budgets. the thirty-seven years since Title IX was en- Mr. Chair, despite this shortfall, this is a Mr. SESSIONS. Madam Speaker, I rise acted, and I promise to continue to dedicate strong bill that supports our men and women today to honor Officer Garland C. Thompson’s my time and efforts to champion equal rights in uniform, and their families, and enhances retirement from the United States Capitol Po- for women. our national security. I urge my colleagues to lice after thirty-five years of service. join me in supporting this legislation. Founded in 1828, the Capitol Police have protected countless lives and secured our na- f f tion’s historic Capitol complex. Officer Thomp- NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- VETERANS HEALTH CARE BUDGET son first joined the Capitol Police on June 6, TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 REFORM AND TRANSPARENCY 1975. His deep sense of patriotism and dedi- ACT OF 2009 cation to upholding the rule of law is evident SPEECH OF to all. Known as a strict enforcer, Officer SPEECH OF Thompson has ensured the safety of elected HON. BOB ETHERIDGE officials, staffers, journalists, and tourists alike OF NORTH CAROLINA HON. MAXINE WATERS and the corner of First and C Streets will not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA be the same without his friendly face. I have Wednesday, June 24, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES had the pleasure of knowing him and am proud to call him my friend. I know he will be Tuesday, June 23, 2009 The House in Committee of the Whole greatly missed. House on the State of the Union had under Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support Madam Speaker, I ask my esteemed col- consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for of H.R. 1016—To amend title 38, United leagues to join me in expressing our heartfelt military activities of the Department of De- States Code, to provide advance appropria- gratitude for Officer Thompson’s thirty-five fense; to prescribe military personnel tions authority for certain medical care ac- years of dedicated service to the Capitol Po- strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other counts of the Department of Veterans Affairs. lice and this great Nation. I wish him and his purposes: This bill would ensure sufficient, timely, and family all my very best.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.031 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1618 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNIVER- identify disease-related genes and develop down, but still remains committed to serving SARY OF THE NATIONAL CEN- strategies for treating and preventing disease. his community. He has been involved in nu- TER FOR BIOTECHNOLOGY IN- It’s amazing that each and every week re- merous community organizations. He also FORMATION searchers are downloading data from NCBI serves on the Hampshire County Development that is equivalent in size—I am told—to the Authority, the Potomac Valley Transit Author- HON. DAVID R. OBEY entire contents of the Library of Congress. ity, the Romney VFW, and the American Boy OF WISCONSIN The U.S. Congress has encouraged and Scout Committee, just to name a few. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES generously supported the more than 40 data- Bill and his wife Thelma remain committed base resources developed by the NCBI. The to their community and their family. They Friday, June 26, 2009 recent legislative requirement that the results raised five children, boast eight grandchildren Mr. OBEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today, as of NIH-funded research be made available and now have five great-grandchildren. a member of the House of Representatives through NCBI’s PubMed Central database will, Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Rom- who has been intimately involved with the we believe, accelerate scientific progress and ney’s beloved Mayor and long-time distin- area of biomedical research and health care, the discovery of new treatments. guished public servant, William ‘‘Bill’’ Hicks for to draw the attention of the Congress and the Over the past 20 years, the management of his years of service and contributions to nation to the 20th anniversary of the National biological information has progressed rapidly Hampshire County and the State of West Vir- Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI), a and has become an integral part of the sci- ginia. Mayor Hicks is a friend and a fellow national resource for molecular biology infor- entific process. It is now virtually impossible to West Virginian. I wish him all the best in the mation located at the National Library of Medi- think of an experimental strategy in biomedi- years to come. cine, National Institutes of Health (NIH). cine that does not rely heavily on the kind of I am reminded at this time of our late distin- resources and tools developed by the NCBI f guished colleague Claude Pepper who, in for analyzing molecular and genomic data. 1987, introduced H.R. 393, a bill to establish In summary, Madam Speaker, under Dr. HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- a National Center for Biotechnology Informa- Lipman’s careful planning and creative stew- SARY OF PETE’S HAMBURGERS tion. As he eloquently described it, the Center ardship the NCBI has responded successfully would deal ‘‘with nothing less than the mystery to the challenge of the mandate of the 1988 of human life and the unfolding scroll of knowl- legislation by effectively developing a major HON. RON KIND edge, seeking to penetrate that mystery, which national resource for molecular biology infor- OF WISCONSIN is life itself.’’ A quick study, Claude early on mation that is greatly benefiting medical re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES concluded there was a growing need to fit to- searchers, practitioners, educators, and the Friday, June 26, 2009 gether the pieces of the genetic puzzle so as general public. to benefit humankind. Although the term bio- I believe that the era of ‘‘personalized medi- Mr. KIND. Madam Speaker, I rise today to technology was relatively new at that time, cine’’—including highly targeted individualized honor Pete’s Hamburgers of Prairie du Chien, there was clear evidence that the whole bio- treatments— will soon be upon us, and NCBI Wisconsin and to recognize their 100th anni- technology information infrastructure was over- clearly will be a driving force in making that a versary. loaded and there was an urgent need for de- reality. So I want to offer my congratulations to It is reassuring to see that despite these veloping a central repository for storing and NCBI’s visionary leader, Dr. David Lipman, to tough economic times many American small sharing the data resulting from the explosive NLM’s excellent director, Dr. Donald A. B. businesses are still thriving. It was 100 years growth of research in molecular biology. The Lindberg, and to the bright and dedicated staff ago when Pete Gokey opened Pete’s Ham- information-handling organization envisioned of the NCBI for 20 years of outstanding public burgers as a small, humble stand selling pan- in the bill, the National Center for Bio- service to the nation and to the world. fried hamburgers. Pete Gokey’s life embodies technology Information, became a reality with f the hard work, dedication, and commitment the signing by President Reagan of the Health that have made our country great. Omnibus Extension Act (P.L. 100–607) on No- HONORING MAYOR WILLIAM HICKS Although we recognize it today for achieving vember 4, 1988. the feat of keeping its doors open for 100 I remember well those early years when a years, the story of Pete’s Hamburgers is one group of Nobel Laureates appeared before the HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO founded upon an individual’s commitment to House Appropriations Subcommittee on OF WEST VIRGINIA public service and hard work. Before opening Health and laid out a vision that revolutionized IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his stand to sell hamburgers, Pete Gokey was our understanding of biology and genomics. Friday, June 26, 2009 a member of the volunteer fire department in Chairman Bill Natcher and those of us on the Prairie du Chien. As fate would have it, Pete subcommittee enthusiastically supported the Mrs. CAPITO. Madam Speaker, I rise to was selected to be the chef for one of the fire Genome Project. Its magnitude was nothing recognize the remarkable achievements of department’s community events, at which he short of President Kennedy’s vision of landing William ‘‘Bill’’ Hicks, the beloved mayor of was expected to serve fried hamburgers with a man on the moon for it launched a grand Romney, West Virginia. onions. The hamburgers were a huge success national challenge of utmost importance to Bill is a veteran of the Second World War’s and became the catalyst for Pete Gokey’s human health. NIH Director James Pacific Theater where he was involved in navi- successful stand. Wyngaarden testified that year that we had gation and sighting for secret bombing mis- sequencing data on less than one-tenth of one sions. Just fifteen days after returning home Gokey was able to turn his stand into a fix- percent of the human genome. He said then from the war, he married Thelma Elizabeth ture of the Prairie du Chien community. that while the pace of biology research was Berg on December 27, 1945. Whether serving hamburgers or volunteering rapidly accelerating, the ability to analyze and Together, they made Romney their home on as a fire fighter, Pete Gokey was a man who share information was severely constrained July 1, 1964 and have lived there ever since. lived a life based on hard work and service to and that if we were going to understand the Bill worked for Western Union Telegraph Com- his community. disease process we would need new and bet- pany where he played a key role in setting up Pete’s Hamburgers and its quality product ter information approaches. Clearly, the orga- the first transcontinental microwave relay com- have stood the test of time and I proudly stand nization defined in Claude’s bill fit that need munications in the U.S. His work involved im- before this chamber to recognize the success and so the Appropriations Committee readily plementing communications infrastructure for of Pete and his family who have dedicated provided the necessary funding for NCBI. private and government entities located their lives to something they love: hamburgers. Today molecular biology and genomics are throughout West Virginia and the surrounding I applaud the efforts of Pete Gokey and his the primary drivers of medical progress. And, areas. Through his work, Bill also developed a family members who now run the business under the innovative leadership of Dr. David passion for public service. and I am proud to see their hard work re- Lipman, NCBI’s first and current director, He was first elected to the Romney City warded by 100 years of business and 100 NCBI’s molecular biology information re- Council in 1968 and later was elected as years of service to the Prairie du Chien com- sources are empowering hundreds of thou- Mayor of Romney in 1991. After more than 40 munity. May their success continue for many sands of researchers around the world to years of service, Mayor Hicks recently stepped more years to come.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K26JN8.012 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1619 CONGRATULATING PAIGE EPLER terest of America. He used his devotion to our PERSONAL EXPLANATION ON HER GRADUATION FROM THE great nation to spur and awaken that very UNIVERSITY OF OKLAHOMA same passion within every individual he knew. HON. BEN RAY LUJA´ N HIGH SCHOOL Beyond the battlefield, Aubrey served on the OF NEW MEXICO front lines of his local political community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY through his active leadership. He was a mem- Friday, June 26, 2009 OF VIRGINIA ber of Coffee County Board of Registrars, The Mr. LUJA´ N. Madam Speaker, due to sched- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American Legion and Veterans of Foreign uling conflicts, I was unable to be present for Friday, June 26, 2009 War, past chairman of The Coffee County Re- rollcall vote No. 431. Had I been present, I publican Party, former president of Douglas would have voted ‘‘no.’’ Mr. CONNOLLY of Virginia. Madam Speak- Hobos & Shriner Clowns, a member of the f er, I rise today to recognize Paige Laura Epler Masons and Shriners, and a past president of from Woodbridge, Virginia, on her graduation the Exchange Club. He manifested his faithful RECOGNIZING EUROPE’S BLACK from the University of Oklahoma High School. love for our country through continuing to sac- POPULATION Twelve year old Paige graduated on June 5, rifice his time and serve his fellow citizens. His 2009 as the youngest girl to earn a high unwavering service, vigilance, and outspoken school diploma from an accredited high HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS nature secured freedom for all. OF FLORIDA school. Paige had a 4.0 grade point average; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES however, she excelled in other areas as well. Aubrey was an unquestionably loyal friend. An extremely accomplished violinist, in addi- I never left Coffee County without at least one Friday, June 26, 2009 tion to playing at her graduation, she was the bag of peanut brittle. Enjoying a treat made by Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, selected violinist for NASA’s 50th Year cele- such patriotic and loving hands was an honor. I rise today to introduce a resolution recog- bration and at President Obama’s Inaugural We will miss Aubrey as a friend and com- nizing Europe’s Black population and express- Luncheon. panion, and we will always be appreciative of ing solidarity with their struggle. My colleagues also may know Paige from the freedom we enjoy because of his and oth- Last year, on April 29, 2008, I chaired the her passionate efforts to Save the Sharks. ers’ sacrifice. His life undoubtedly impacted all U.S. Helsinki Commission hearing entitled, Starting at age eight, she has worked to edu- who came in contact with him for the better. ‘‘The State of (In)visible Black Europe: Race, cate people about sharks and dispel the myths Aubrey has left a lasting legacy of compas- Rights, and Politics’’ which focused on the that have led to a number of species becom- sion, strength, and service. May God bless his more than 7 million people who make up Eu- ing endangered. Paige has given briefings at memory forever! rope’s Black or Afro-descendant population. the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum, the Despite their numerous contributions to Eu- Science Museum of Virginia, and to the United f ropean society, like African-Americans here, States Congress. many Black Europeans face the daily chal- Madam Speaker, Paige Epler represents the IN REMEMBRANCE OF THOMAS lenges of racism and discrimination. best this country has to offer, and her dedica- RAE This includes being the targets of violent tion to her studies bespeaks of the bright fu- hate crimes, many of which have resulted in ture before her. I congratulate her on her won- death. Existing inequalities in education, hous- derful accomplishment and wish her well in all HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ing, and employment remain a problem and of her future endeavors. OF OHIO racial profiling is a norm. Few Black Euro- f peans are in leadership positions and political IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES participation is also limited for many, providing IN TRIBUTE TO THE LATE Friday, June 26, 2009 obstacles for addressing these problems. AUBREY EMMITT FALLIN In an effort to raise public awareness of Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise these issues at the national and international HON. JACK KINGSTON today in remembrance of Thomas Rae and in level, the Black European Women’s Council OF GEORGIA recognition of his dedication to his family and (BEWC) was launched on September 9, 2008 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES country. at the European Union’s headquarters. More Friday, June 26, 2009 Thomas was born on March 2, 1930 in than 130 Black women from across Europe Cleveland Ohio as one of five siblings. Upon came to ‘‘insist on the recognition and inclu- Mr. KINGSTON. Madam Speaker, I rise sion of Black Europeans economically, politi- today to honor the life and service of a truly graduating from high school, Thomas joined and served in the United States Army for three cally, and culturally.’’ great American, Aubrey Emmitt Fallin. Aubrey This resolution supports BEWC’s fight for years before being honorably discharged. was a courageous veteran, a dedicated cit- equality and urges European governments to After returning to Ohio, he married Mildred izen, and a fiercely loyal friend and father. implement anti-discrimination legislation and Dziak, and they had four daughters who were Aubrey was a patriot by anybody’s defini- other plans of action, including a fund for vic- raised in Strongsville, Ohio. While raising a tion. He served as a marine during WWII, tims incapacitated as a result of a hate crime. family, Thomas worked as an inspector for landing on Iwo Jima February 19, 1945. He Given the history of our own country, an in- Terex General Motors and later as a super- demonstrated indestructible bravery and crease in transatlantic cooperative efforts be- visor at NASA. Thomas enjoyed his later strength, enduring a grueling 24 hours in tween our government and European govern- years in the company of his children and their which 2,721 of his fellow patriots lost their ments, U.S. and European based civil rights families. He was fortunate enough to spend lives. Within the following 36 days, over 7,000 groups, and within the private sector would time with all thirteen of his grandchildren and American soldiers were killed in action. His also provide useful partnerships and assist- especially enjoyed watching them participate presence during this historic struggle put him ance in combating racism and discrimination in sports. Thomas also took pleasure in the in one of the bloodiest battles in World history. abroad and at home. If it were not for brave men like Aubrey the outdoors, playing golf, and handy-work after This resolution therefore also calls on the war would have been lost. Risking and over- retirement. U.S. Government to increase support for pub- coming much, Aubrey emerged from the war Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join lic and private sector initiatives focused on with deeply rooted pride, admiration, respect, me in remembrance of Thomas Rae, who combating racism and discrimination in Europe and love for his America. lived his life with the enduring support of his as part of our efforts to support global human After his completion of service, Aubrey was family and in recognition to his dedicated serv- rights. not only a veteran, he was a veteran’s vet- ice to our country. I offer my deepest sym- It is for this reason that on April 15–16, eran. Beyond his recollection and stories of pathies to his wife, Mildred; children, Denise 2009, I also co-hosted the ‘‘Black European this era he would also give lectures on how to Kucinich, Karen Vraja, Arleen Miciunas and Summit: Transatlantic Dialogue on Political In- apply yesterday’s lessons to today and tomor- Cheryl Vanderwyst; and grandchildren, Gary, clusion’’ at the European Parliament in Brus- row. In peacetime, he was just as fierce of a Matt, Ryan and Michael Kucinich, Amanda, sels with Black and other European minority freedom fighter as he was when bullets were Samantha and Tommy Vraja, Lukas, Alyssa parliamentarians to exchange information on flying all around him. Even as his health failed and Alec Miciunas, Lindsey, David and Nicole the roles of racial and ethnic minority policy- him, he kept a vigilant eye out for the best in- Vanderwyst. makers in developing and supporting policies

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In performing the active application to drill soldiers in the five es- urge my colleagues to join me in supporting TACAMO mission, the platform’s primary pur- sential elements of accurate predictive fires to this Resolution Recognizing Black Europeans pose is the relay of messages via survivable prepare them before they train in the and encourage them to review the statements Very Low Frequency transmission (VLF-TX). immersive environment and reinforce the train- and submissions from the Helsinki Commis- This funding will provide for the modification ing before the deploy. sion’s Black Europe Hearing at www.csce.gov. of the VLF-TX, in addition to the High Power Title of Project: T–9 Noise Suppressor Sup- f Transmit Set (HPTS) subsystem. The current port VLF-TX is becoming unsupportable for the Amount of Project: $5,100,000 EARMARK DECLARATION mission at hand. The money requested would Account: Air Force, Military Construction provide for an encryption function which ex- Project Recipient: Tinker Air Force Base, HON. MARY FALLIN tends the development cycle for deployment of 3001 Staff Drive, Tinker AFB, OK 73145 OF OKLAHOMA new equipment. In addition, it would be used At my request, $5,100,000 was included in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to upgrade improvement in the HPTS system the FY10 NDAA, H.R. 2647, to fund the con- Friday, June 26, 2009 and improve the wire control system and oper- struction of foundations and supporting facili- ational availability. ties for two T–9 noise suppression systems at Ms. FALLIN. Madam Speaker, pursuant to These upgrades are critical to the E–6B Tinker AFB, Oklahoma. This project would the Republican Leadership standards on ear- execution of the TACAMO mission located at consist of the construction of reinforced con- marks, I am submitting the following informa- Tinker AFB and provide communications to crete footings and slabs capable of supporting tion regarding earmarks I received as part of the nation’s strategic ballistic missile sub- T–9 style engine testing facilities, a 20,000 H.R. 2647, ‘‘The National Defense Authoriza- marine force as a part of the Minimum Essen- gallon jet engine fuel storage and delivery sys- tion Act for Fiscal Year 2010.’’ tial Emergency Communication Network tem, utilities, access driveways, and a small Title of Project: Advanced Autonomous (MEECN). office/restroom/break facility. Current engine Robotic Inspections for Aging Aircraft Title of Project: FIDO EXPLOSIVE DETEC- test facilities are aging and unable to support Amount of Project: $2,000,000 TOR the current test mission. Account: Air Force, Operations & Mainte- Amount of Project: $7,000,000 With the completion of the new Tinker Aero- nance Account: Army, Other Procurement space Complex (TAC) and the transfer of en- Project Recipient: Veracity Technology Solu- Line Number: 135 gine maintenance to this facility, construction tions, LLC 2701 Liberty Parkway, Suite 311, Project Recipient: ICx Nomadics, 1024 S. of these test cells near the TAC will allow con- Midwest City, OK 73001 Innovation Way, Stillwater, OK 74074 tiguous support of military jet engine repair, At my request, $2,000,000 was included in At my request, $7,000,000 was included in decrease maintenance downtime, and associ- the FY10 NDAA, H.R. 2647, for Veracity Solu- the FY10 NDAA, H.R. 2647, for the FIDO Ex- ated cost. This will allow the 76th Maintenance tions in Midwest City, OK, to implement a fully plosive Detector, which will provide soldiers in Wing and the 76th Propulsion Maintenance automated autonomous robotic vehicle that combat theater the ability to identify and dis- Group the capabilities to meet its mission of has the capability to inspect for corrosion, as able explosive devices and those who manu- delivering engines on time and on cost and well as crack detection around fasteners for facture these devices by detecting explosive position Tinker AFB for increased mission ca- the KC–135 aircraft. Current inspection meth- vapors and residues. Over 1,500 FIDO sys- pabilities in the future. ods are both antiquated and time consuming, tems have been fielded in support of current which has increased maintenance downtime military operations. f and unnecessary refurbishment. A state-of- The small, lightweight, handheld devices NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- the-art nondestructive inspection system and provide the soldier the ability to screen per- TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 training, which decreases maintenance costs sons, packages, cargo, equipment, vehicles, and improves safety, will have the ability to and buildings and report vapor detections in SPEECH OF detect corrosion and cracking on the KC–135 real time with audio and visual feedback to the wing skins (and other aging aircraft). This sys- operator. The small detection devices can be HON. MELISSA L. BEAN tem will allow for condition assessment of air- mounted onto a unit’s organic Unmanned OF ILLINOIS craft structures, as well as continuous assess- Ground Vehicle (UGV) to provide additional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment through the historical comparison of per- force protection, while protecting the safety of Wednesday, June 24, 2009 vious and present inspection results. the unit. Current FIDO systems have been The House in Committee of the Whole Specifically, the funding will be used for the successful in the field, and advances have House on the State of the Union had under technical personnel, facilities, and equipment been made to increase the ability of the sen- consideration of the bill (H.R. 2047) to au- required to develop an integrated system that sor to detect additional substances in use thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for includes a medical grade ultrasonic inspection today and into the future. This funding will ac- military activities of the Department of De- system, an advanced impedance plane anal- celerate the fielding of FIDO’s in combat the- fense; to prescribe military personnel ysis eddy current unit, and an autonomous in- ater and providing explosive detection and strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other spection vehicle that will allow engineers and protection to men and women in uniform. purposes: depot crews to accurately and instantly identify Title of Project: Joint Fires and Effects Ms. BEAN. Mr. Chair, I rise in support of defects and that are currently undetectable Trainer System Enhancements H.R. 2647, the National Defense Authorization with traditional nondestructive inspection meth- Amount of Project: $2,500,000 Act and encourage its passage. Earlier this ods. The end product will provide a permanent Account: Army, Research, Development, Congress I introduced H.R. 1267, ‘‘Captain record of the structural member which can be Test & Evaluation James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Act of stored on the network for future comparison. Project Recipient: Creative Technologies, 2009, which provides legislative authority to Title of Project: E–6B Strategic Communica- 6255 West Sunset Boulevards, Suite 716, Los the Navy and the Department of Veterans Af- tions Upgrade Block 1A (VLF–TX & HPTS) Angeles, CA fairs (VA) to jointly operate the new ‘‘Captain Amount of Project: $4,000,000 At my request, $2,500,000 was included in James A. Lovell Federal Health Care Center.’’ Account: Navy, Research, Development, the FY10 NDAA, H.R. 2647, to provide up- In the other body, Senator DICK DURBIN has Test & Evaluation grades to the Joint Fires and Effects Trainer been working to include similar language in Project Recipient: Rockwell Collins, 400 Col- System (JFETS) located at Fort Sill, Okla- the Senate version of the National Defense lins Road, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52498 homa. The current immersive simulation train- Authorization Act. At my request, $4,000,000 was included in ing capability suffers from one significant After completion, the Lovell Federal Health the FY10 NDAA, H.R. 2647, to provide modi- drawback—the one-to-one instructor/student Care Center will be the first health care facility fications to the Navy’s E–6B Mercury requirement. The funding provided for this in the nation to be operated jointly between TACAMO. The E–6B Mercury TACAMO is a project would increase the ability for this pro- the VA and the Navy saving taxpayers millions manned airborne communications relay plat- gram to upgrade the voice recognition tech- of dollars that would otherwise have been form designed to provide a survivable, reliable, nology of JFETS and allow a single instructor needed to rebuild or renovate the Navy’s near- endurable airborne Command and Control to manage nine concurrent call for fire training by hospital. Without this legislation, the Center communications link between the President, sessions in the Open Terrain module simulta- will not be able to provide essential services to

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Their pioneering work is, Lakes would either be ineligible for care or OPTOMETRY’S CONTRIBUTION TO HEALTH today, helping wounded veterans of the wars REFORM would charged a significant co-pay for certain in Iraq and Afghanistan to see beyond the care, including emergency, hospitalization, One of the challenges facing Massachusetts trauma of war and return to productive lives and the Nation in fully realizing the health outpatient, and behavioral health services. The in our communities. improvement and cost savings benefits of facility is scheduled to begin joint operations Then, there’s Edward Goodnig OD ‘‘76. He health care reform is the need to expand pa- on October 1, 2010. brought his knowledge and skills to under- tient access to primary care. It is just as im- While my legislation was not included in the served regions expanding primary care op- portant—and less expensive—to keep people underlying bill, it is my understanding that portunities for Alaska’s Native American healthy, as well as to treat those who are ill. settlements and schools. You may also know We have made great progress in expanding Senator Durbin will be able to include similar of Frank Thorn OD ‘‘79, today’s Commence- language in the Senate NDAA. I will continue access to health insurance for the people of ment Marshal and an expert on the causes Massachusetts, but there is still an unmet to work with my colleagues in the Senate on and development of Myopia, who has shared need for easy access to primary care pro- its inclusion, and encourage passage of the his professional knowledge and restless en- viders. I believe that optometrists, such as underlying bill. ergy from this campus on the banks of the each of you, are ready—even anxious—to Charles River to remote villages in the Ama- f help to fill some of that void. zon Rain Forest and—in Marco Polo fash- To address this challenge, those who pay ‘‘A VISION FOR HEALTH CARE’’ ion—from Europe to China. Their exciting for health care need to embrace new pay- COMMENCEMENT ADDRESS BY and fulfilling careers, chronicled in the Col- ment models that support wellness as well as SENATOR RICHARD T. MOORE lege’s 2008 Annual Report, offer a glimpse of coordinating care for those who suffer from the potential that awaits you as today’s illness, injury or less than good health. Any graduates. such wellness effort needs to include regular HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO Such stories of successful graduates can screening—such as vision screening—and be teach, they can offer hope, they can provide OF MASSACHUSETTS coordinated with health information tech- inspiration. But they cannot supply the nology such as through a centralized vision IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES courage to follow your own path. For that care registry. Friday, June 26, 2009 each of you must look into your own hearts. Major stakeholders in health care reform Accept your degrees today with the same obviously include the physician community. Mr. CAPUANO. Madam Speaker, my friend, pride, enthusiasm, and commitment that The Massachusetts Medical Society, the old- Senator Richard T. Moore was honored re- launched those pioneers of Optometry into est, continuously operating state medical so- cently at the commencement of the New Eng- rewarding lives of caring service. ciety in the United States, is the primary land College of Optometry. I wanted to share CONTINUE TO LEARN AND SHARE KNOWLEDGE voice of physicians in the development of public policy. However, it sometimes seems his remarks, as his address justly paid tribute Never be too busy to keep from learning to me that the society’s policy positions to the school, its faculty, and graduates for how to better serve your patients. That in- have evolved far more slowly than the cludes sharing your real world knowledge of their commitment to public service. progress of science itself. A VISION FOR HEALTH CARE your patients and the condition of their eyes An old baseball player once said, ‘‘I don’t with those involved in academic research President Chen, Chairman Manfredi, Vice question the integrity of an umpire, just his here at New England College of Optometry Chairman Ferrucci (my friend and personal eyesight.’’ Similarly, I don’t question the in- and elsewhere. It also means staying in- Optometrist), Members of the Board of tegrity of our state medical society, just formed about the rapidly changing science of Trustees, parents, alumni, friends, and most their vision! As fewer medical doctors enter your profession. Each of you, my fellow grad- especially, my fellow graduates of the Class the field of primary care, the medical profes- uates, as our newest health care profes- of 2009 . . . I’m honored to share in your cele- sion needs to embrace other health profes- sionals, have a responsibility to continue bration today and to receive a degree from sionals who, with appropriate training such your education by maintaining competency this prestigious institution with its well-de- as that provided by the New England College in vision care and in the technology nec- served reputation for improving access to of Optometry, can do much to provide safe, essary to deliver the best quality of care to care, enhancing the quality of life by pre- cost-effective care for patients needing at- all who seek better vision. venting blindness, and developing innova- tention. Whether your career takes you to remote tive, economically viable models of eye care. It’s high time for all Massachusetts physi- regions of America or the world, or takes Visus per mentem, vision through the cians to rise above the tradition-bound guild- you back to wherever you may call ‘‘home,’’ mind, has long been the motto of this great mentality that confounds health care remember one of the basic concepts that you College. It is a phrase that reflects a sincere progress, and respect the education and expe- learned here in the Back Bay, that eye care rience of all health professions in treating commitment to learn the skills and knowl- professionals are an integral part of the the whole person. It’s time for Massachu- edge necessary to serve others, as well as a team of primary care providers, and deserve setts to embrace treatment regimens for op- deeply felt belief that you can help people to to be treated with the same degree of profes- tometrists that are already fully accepted in see the world with more clarity and pur- sional respect as any other health care pro- 49 other states, if we are to offer quality care pose—to give in a way, the gift of sight—or fessional! In this era of health care reform, that is convenient and affordable for pa- at least improved vision. Hopefully, your each of you will play an essential role in not tients. You, the Class of 2009, must make clinical experience working at the New Eng- only diagnosing and treating conditions of your voices heard as that debate unfolds! land Eye Institute and in community health the eye, but you will also serve as part of the It was Robert Kennedy who once chal- centers and school or elderly vision clinics, team of professional caregivers who assist lenged an earlier graduating class at another has kindled in you to a desire to devote some and support each other for the benefit of college—‘‘to decide, as Goethe put it, wheth- portion of your time, treasure and talent to every patient. er you will be a hammer—or an anvil. The bring quality eye care to the underserved of MASSACHUSETTS AS A MODEL FOR THE NATION question is whether you are to be a ham- our society. mer—whether you are to give to the world in For the past four years, as each of you Few, if any of you, in the Class of 2009 which you were reared and educated, the have been immersed in becoming competent, could have attended New England College of broadest possible benefits of that edu- dedicated vision care professionals in the Optometry for four or more years without cation.’’ So I challenge you to get involved classrooms at 424 Beacon Street, I’ve been deriving from your studies, from your out- in writing the health care policy of your gen- standing instructors and most of all from learning the lessons of health care reform eration—be a hammer! your own inner hearts some sense of inspira- about a mile away in the State House meet- A VISION FOR HEALTH CARE IN AMERICA tion and idealism as well as an appreciation ing rooms at 24 Beacon Street. The grades You are graduating at a most exciting of your social responsibility as a newly- are now in, and the results are clearly in- time in health care! As you begin your pro- minted health care professional. forming the growing national debate on health care. Massachusetts is leading the fessional careers in vision care, health re- CONTINUE THE LEGACY OF COMMUNITY SERVICE way in health care reform! We are: form is about to take center stage in the na- Graduates of New England College of Op- First in the nation in health care access. tional arena. National health reform is like- tometry who preceded you have blazed a First in electronic health records and e- ly to include minimum standards for bene- trail of community service through vision prescribing. fits, an individual insurance mandate, a research and care that is almost legendary! In the forefront of patient safety, quality guaranteed issue requirement for health in- They left an inspiring legacy upon which you improvement, and cost containment. surance, a prohibition on excluding coverage and your classmates can now build. With Leading the way in prescription drug eth- of pre-existing conditions, the creation of an your OD degree in hand, challenge your- ics. insurance exchange where people can sign up selves to follow in the footsteps of exemplary In just three years, 432,000 Massachusetts for coverage—all factors that are included in alumni such as Charlie Mullen OD ‘‘69 (who residents, who were previously un-insured, the Massachusetts health reform effort.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.039 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1622 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 If we view health reform through the lens accepted a position in law enforcement as the TRIBUTE TO REVEREND DR. of the ongoing Massachusetts experiment, Assistant Deputy Sherriff for Medina County. DAVID GORDON PERSONS there are some fundamental principles to an- After four years, in 1981, he began his service chor the national effort. 1. Each of us has an individual responsi- to the City of Cleveland as a Cleveland Police bility to take care of our health—including officer. HON. BRIAN HIGGINS screenings and check-ups, as well as main- Captain Doyle’s service to our community OF NEW YORK taining health insurance to help pay for our extended across nearly every police district in care and that of our families. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2. Each of us has a collective responsi- the City and included work as patrol officer, bility, as citizens of a caring society, to sup- detective, sergeant, lieutenant and captain. Friday, June 26, 2009 port public policies that guarantee access to Throughout his tenure, Captain Doyle fostered safe, high quality, affordable and patient- trust, communication and cooperation among Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today centered health care for everyone in society. individuals throughout our community, from to honor Reverend Doctor David Gordon Per- 3. Each of us, in the field of health care, neighborhood block club members to elected sons on the occasion of his retirement from has a professional responsibility to strive for officials at Cleveland City Hall. Wayside Presbyterian Church after thirty three the highest level of competency, to ensure years of leadership. It is my pleasure to recog- that we, and our colleagues in the patient Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join nize Reverend Dr. Persons and acknowledge care team, deliver the right care at the right me in honoring Captain Michael T. Doyle for him as an influential role model in the Western time and in the right place. his unwavering dedication to protecting the New York area. These principles can serve as a shining bea- citizens of Cleveland, Ohio. con for health reform in the nation, much as Reverend Dr. Persons’ leadership abilities this Commonwealth led the nation in propa- gating the principles of democratic govern- f were apparent at an early age. As a student ment, social progress, and educational excel- of Sherman High School, he was lettered in lence throughout its proud history. EARMARK DECLARATION both basketball and track and he was a mem- Massachusetts’’ first Governor, John Win- ber of the Top Math Team to represent West- throp, wrote in 1630 about the social experi- ern New York at Boys Town. Upon graduating ment being launched in this New World. He HON. GARY G. MILLER from Sherman High School in 1961, he re- called upon his Puritan brethren and all their descendants to share their resources OF CALIFORNIA ceived the American Legion Citizen of the and gifts with others, ‘‘rejoice together, Year award. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mourn together, labor and suffer together so Reverend Dr. Persons’ commitment to the that—‘‘the world will say of succeeding plan- Friday, June 26, 2009 Western New York community is evident by tations, may the Lord make it like that of New England . . . we shall be as a city upon his leadership, devotion and dedication to the Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Madam people in our community. His community serv- a hill. The eyes of all people are upon us.’’ Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leader- Sharing our gifts with others is the corner- ice extended to the Lake Shore Volunteer Fire stone of health care reform in Massachusetts ship standards on earmarks, I am submitting Department, where he served as Chaplain and and, I hope, it will be your personal corner- the following information regarding earmarks I Life Member for over thirty years. He was also stone in your health care careers as well. received as part of the FY 2010 Homeland a member of the Kiwanis Club from 1979 to Truly, the eyes of all people in America are Security Appropriations Bill. 1986. focused on the Massachusetts health reform experience as a framework for bringing ex- Requesting Member: Congressman GARY His belief that understanding and reaching panded access to quality care to all Ameri- G. MILLER out to the world can make a difference led to cans. But that’s not all we’re contributing to Bill Number: H.R. 2892 his co-founding of the Task Force to Reduce health care. This morning, Massachusetts is the Nuclear Arms Race at the United Nations, sending forth from this city upon a hill, a Account: FEMA, State and Local Programs new class of highly skilled, and energized which later became the Peace Committee of Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of La Western New York. He has been a major in- health care professionals with their degree in Habra optometry in hand! fluence and inspiration in the lives of young While past experience may teach us to be Address of Requesting Entity: 201 E. La people. From 1979 to 1986, he led yearly skeptical of the promises of any politician, Habra Blvd., La Habra, CA 90631 youth group bike tours in Western New York to those of you who will dedicate your health Funding Secured: $254,500 and Southern Pennsylvania. Reverend Dr. care careers to the betterment of your state Persons also led a youth group to the 20th and all her people—I can promise a lifetime Description of Request: Currently, the City Anniversary of Martin Luther King’s speech. of challenge and opportunity, sometimes ex- of La Habia’s Emergency Operations Center citing and rewarding, sometimes slow and Foremost, Reverend Dr. Persons has been difficult, but always, always worthwhile. (EOC) is a very small conference room within the Police Station. The maximum occupancy integral to the life of his congregation. Over And let me add one final bit of parting wis- his religious career, he has officiated at some dom: No one ever injured his or her eyesight is less than a dozen individuals, and there is by looking on the bright side of things! The not adequate space or equipment to serve as six hundred funerals, six hundred weddings economy will improve! You’ll earn a good an Emergency Operations Center, particularly and one thousand baptisms. His skills were living! And those of us in government can’t if there were a large-scale emergency such as recognized by his colleagues, and from 1965 wait to share in your success every April an earthquake, wildfires, act of terrorism, etc. to 1967, Reverend Dr. Persons was President 15th! During the recent ‘‘Golden Guardian’’ earth- of the Preaching Association in Seminary. In f quake exercise in California, the team evalu- 1987, he was awarded grants to study medita- tion in ashrams in India. He is currently Mod- IN HONOR OF CAPTAIN MICHAEL ating the City’s performance noted the inad- erator of Wright’s Memorial Presbyterian T. DOYLE equacy of the facility and its hindrance to the exercise. The problems would be even more Church—Native American Church in Irving, HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH pronounced should there be an actual emer- New York as well as Moderator of Presbytery gency requiring the mobilization of our first re- of Western New York. He also holds the posi- OF OHIO sponders and emergency personnel. This tions of the Chair of Presbytery Church and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES project would provide for necessary equipment Society Committee as well as the Head of Friday, June 26, 2009 and modifications to establish the various re- Presbytery Worship Committee. Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise quired components of an EOC (Planning and Madam Speaker, along with his family, today in honor of Captain Michael T. Doyle, Intelligence, Operations, Communications, friends and great admirers who will join to- upon his retirement from the Cleveland Police Public Information, etc.). I believe that it is crit- gether today at the Wanakah Country Club, I Department, following thirty years of dedicated ical for Congress to use taxpayer dollars re- am honored to pay tribute to the admirable ac- service to the citizens of Cleveland. sponsibly by investing in Southern California complishments of Reverend Dr. Persons. His Captain Doyle graduated from Normandy communities to prevent, combat, and contain life of leadership, compassion and service to High School in Parma, Ohio, then went on to the devastating threat of fire and natural disas- others is truly an example for us all on the graduate with honors from Cleveland State ters that routinely ravage the Southern Cali- enormous difference one person can make. I University. Shortly thereafter, Captain Doyle fornia landscape wish him all the best in his retirement.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.041 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1623 WEB SITE INCLUSION OF VA engagement in the larger community through (1) a member of the USAR not under flag SCHOLARSHIPS service. or pending disciplinary action; I commend the First Baptist Church and its (2) qualified in the MOS of their position of SPEECH OF assignment; leadership on this commitment to hands-on (3) attending or entering an institution of HON. MAXINE WATERS service, whether locally, elsewhere in our na- higher learning (2 or 4 year college, voca- tion, or abroad. The church has stated, ‘‘When tional school, bible college, etc.) that is re- OF CALIFORNIA our worship together ends, our service truly gionally or nationally accredited; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES begins,’’ and it has undoubtedly abided by this (4) military dependents must be registered Tuesday, June 23, 2009 principle. The numerous organizations that In DEERS. The applicant’s chain of command CSM or Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support have benefitted from the dedication and gen- SGM will certify that the applicant meets of H.R. 1172—to direct the Secretary of Vet- erosity of the church’s congregants include qualification standards (1) through (4), as ap- erans Affairs to include on the Internet website Hope Harbor, Hope Tree Family Services, plicable. of the Department of Veterans Affairs a list of God’s Storehouse, Klothes 4 Kids, the The ARA Enlisted Scholarships are for en- organizations that provide scholarships to vet- Danville Homeless Shelter, Habitat for Human- listed members of the United States Army Reserve and their dependent family mem- erans and their survivors. This important ity, and Baptist World Aid. The efforts of the First Baptist Church to live out its mission in bers. Each year the ARA offers scholarships measure would provide an invaluable resource to each major command to which USAR for our veterans and their survivors. In an ef- its works are an inspiring example: we should members are assigned as designated by the fort to increase information accessibility, this all strive to be so diligent in following the call Command Sergeant Major of the USAR. The bill would create a convenient section within to love and serve our fellow man. annual goal of awarding fifty scholarships is the Veterans Affairs Department website for The Book of Isaiah tells us, ‘‘And if you give predicated on the number of major com- veterans and/or their survivors to view all yourself to the hungry, and satisfy the desire mands participating and the number of of the afflicted, then your light will rise in dark- scholarship applicants from each major com- available veteran scholarship opportunities mand, as well as the amount of funds do- that various public and private organizations ness, and your gloom will become like mid- day.’’ I congratulate the First Baptist Church nated by the program cosponsor, the United sponsor throughout the year. I commend Rep. Services Automobile Association (USAA). JOHN BOOZMAN for bringing this measure be- on its tireless efforts to meet both the physical The Army Reserve Association will create fore the floor. and spiritual needs of the Danville community, an announcement for the annual scholarship My veteran constituents frequently contact and I hope that its light will continue to shine program and will transmit that announce- me with reports on the many administrative for many years to come. ment to the USARC G–1 with a request that f the USARC G–1 forward the announcement failures and shortcomings of the Department to each major command. The announcement of Veterans Affairs. Slow processes and back- ARMY RESERVE ASSOCIATION’S will include the approved standards and an logs have become the expectation rather than ENLISTED SCHOLARSHIP PRO- application form that each command’s appli- an exception in the level of service our vet- GRAM cants can use to apply for the scholarships. erans receive. This is unfortunate as we send The calendar year program’s closing date for these brave men and women to armed con- HON. TODD TIAHRT receipt of all applications is 31 December, flict, and yet, we cannot provide them with the unless a waiver is granted. OF KANSAS We request the USARC G–1 to forward the necessary tools and resources to become re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES scholarship program announcement to USAR oriented with society. This bill provides one commands with instructions on submitting solution to a relatively simple problem. I have Friday, June 26, 2009 the applications to the USARC G–1 together no doubt, however, that many veterans and Mr. TIAHRT. Madam Speaker, I am honored with submission dates specified by the their families will appreciate this information, today to speak on a wonderful program that USARC G–1, so that applications can be for- especially in light of the economic recession. impacts the lives of many great heroes and warded to the ARA in time for evaluation their families. The Army Reserve Associa- and award of scholarships. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to add my voice The ARA will appoint a selection board of support for H.R. 1172. I look forward to tion’s, ARA United States Army Reserve, with a board president from its existing asso- working with my colleagues to ensure that we USAR Enlisted Scholarship Program awards a ciation membership to select nominations continue to provide the necessary resources $500 scholarship to assist qualifying enlisted for award of the ARA Enlisted Scholarship towards improving our Department of Veterans reservists or their dependents attend an insti- Award. Board members will serve in their Affairs’ administration and services. tution of higher learning. private-citizen capacity and not in any mili- tary role and the board recorder may be a f Started in 2000 as an initiative of Command Sergeant Major Ray Lackey, this program has member of the Army Reserve Association. RECOGNIZING THE FIRST BAPTIST awarded a total of $225,500 in scholarships. The selection list will be compiled, signed by CHURCH OF DANVILLE, VIRGINIA the ARA enlisted scholarship selection board Through the generosity of the United Services president and forwarded to the ARA for Automobile Association, USAA, the adminis- issuance of individual scholarship awards. HON. THOMAS S.P. PERRIELLO trative efforts of the ARA, and the support of The ARA may choose to either present or OF VIRGINIA the USAR, these patriots have the opportunity mail the awards to the Soldier’s command or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to pursue their dreams. The opportunity to fur- directly to the individual. We appreciate your continued support and Friday, June 26, 2009 ther their education not only benefits these he- roes, but the Army Reserve and the country assistance in implementing this program. Mr. PERRIELLO. Madam Speaker, today I as a whole. Sincerely, MG KENT HILLHOUSE (R), recognize the First Baptist Church of Danville, I applaud the Army Reserve Association Virginia, which celebrates its 175th anniver- President, Army Re- and all those responsible for this effort on be- serve Association. sary on June 28, 2009. Since its founding in half of our Army Reserve soldiers and their COL GEORGE M. LIND, (R) 1834, the First Baptist Church has been a families. Additionally, I request that the fol- Director, ARA Field source of fellowship, education, and service in lowing two letters regarding this program be Support Services. its community and beyond. inserted into the record: a letter from the Army Although the First Baptist Church has suf- Reserve Association and a letter from Lieuten- DEPARTMENT OF THE ARMY, OFFICE fered from a terrible fire, moved its location ant General Jack C. Stultz, Chief of the Army OF THE CHIEF, ARMY RESERVE, WASHINGTON, DC, APRIL 24, 2009. several times, seen the town it serves grow Reserve. Major General KENT HILLHOUSE, RETIRED, from 1,000 to almost 50,000, and faced count- THE ARMY RESERVE ASSOCIATION, Winfield, Kansas. less other changes throughout its long history, Fort McPherson, GA, March 3, 2009. DEAR GENERAL HILLHOUSE; This is to ac- it remains true to its founding principles. Under Subject ARA Enlisted Scholarship Program knowledge receipt of your letter of March 3, the leadership of Reverend Stephen Cook, Standards Approval. 2009, requesting approval of the eligibility today the church is a community of strong re- Lieutenant General JACK C. STULTZ, standards for the Army Reserve Association lationships, where individuals bond over wor- Commanding General, (ARA) Enlisted Scholarship Program. I ap- ship, meals, study, and music. Their affinity U.S. Army Reserve prove the following eligibility standards: DEAR LIEUTENANT GENERAL STULTZ: This a. an enlisted member of the U.S. Army extends beyond just Sunday mornings to in- letter requests you approve the standards of Reserve not under flag or pending discipli- clude weekly dinners, small group meetings, the ARA Enlisted Scholarship Program list- nary action choirs and instrumental ensembles, programs ed below. Request approval of the following b. qualified in the MOS of their position of for seniors and children, cultural outings, and standards: assignment

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.045 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1624 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 c. attending or entering an institution of HONORING THE MINUTE MAN NA- decades, beginning with receiving a bachelors higher learning (2 or 4 year college, voca- TIONAL HISTORICAL PARK ON and masters degree from California State Uni- tional school, bible college, etc.) that is re- THE OCCASION OF ITS 50TH AN- versity, San Bernardino, and culminating in his gionally or nationally accredited NIVERSARY d. Military dependents who are registered current position as Executive Director of Gov- in DEERS ernmental Affairs for the 16,000-student San The ARA will submit any changes to the HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY Bernardino Community College District. eligibility standards to this office for ap- OF MASSACHUSETTS Prior to joining the district management proval before implementation. It is under- team, Frank worked as a counselor, professor, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stood that ARA is solely responsible for se- Director of Community Services and Director lection and notification of scholarship Friday, June 26, 2009 of the Counseling Department. He has shown awardees. Mr. MARKEY of Massachusetts. Madam a dedication to his hometown, and the stu- The Army Reserve G–1 will make informa- dents there, which has paid huge dividends for tion available to the Army Reserve Major Speaker, the resolution that I am introducing Subordinate Commands regarding the schol- today with the gentlewoman from Massachu- the community college district. He is part of arships and forward all applications to ARA setts, Ms. TSONGAS, honors the Minute Man the team that has helped keep costs down, for processing as outlined in your letter. National Historical Park in Massachusetts on while improving the campuses and their qual- If you have questions or concerns, please its upcoming 50th anniversary. Since being ity of education. This has helped make the two contact Sergeant Major Gary Martz of the established in September 1959, the Minute colleges—Crafton Hills College in Yucaipa, Army Reserve G–1, at (404) 464–9011. Man National Historical Park has played a vital and Valley College in San Bernardino—among Sincerely, role in protecting and preserving the historic the most diverse in the Nation. JACK C. STULTZ, In his current role in administration, Frank Lieutenant General, sites in the towns of Lexington, Lincoln, and U.S. Army Chief, Army Reserve. Concord, where the American Revolution has been extremely successful at winning began. As the July 4th holiday approaches, it competitive government grants for the commu- f is fitting that we also have the opportunity to nity college district. After a major earthquake NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- recognize Minute Man for its critical role in in 1992 made nearly all of the buildings at the TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 educating millions of Americans about the Valley College campus unsafe, Frank led a ideals of freedom and democracy that were team that secured Federal Emergency Man- SPEECH OF embodied in the American Revolution and are agement Agency funds to build a new library, HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH the cornerstones of our Nation. health and human services building, adminis- The Minute Man National Historical Park tration and student services building. Most re- OF OHIO recognizes the people, places and events that cently, the campus has added a 37,000- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have become enduring symbols of our shared square-foot campus center, a new art building Thursday, June 25, 2009 American values. The park includes many im- and modern gallery. The House in Committee of the Whole portant sites and landscapes along the historic I was proud to work closely with Frank in House on the State of the Union had under 22-mile route from Boston to Concord, known bringing funding to deserving projects for the consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- as the ‘‘Battle Road’’ where British soldiers colleges. Thanks largely to his hard work, the thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for and American militia first clashed on April 19, Federal Aviation Administration provided $12.6 military activities of the Department of De- 1775. The park includes the famed North million for a new state-of-the-art fire academy fense, to prescribe military personnel Bridge in Concord, MA, where American militia that focuses on commercial aviation fires. Lo- strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other cated at the San Bernardino International Air- purposes: were first ordered to return British fire. This heroic action was commemorated by the great port, the facility attracts students from all over Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Chair, the amendment American laureate Ralph Waldo Emerson in the country for real-life training on a jet fuse- offered by Representative SCHIFF of California ‘‘The Concord Hymn’’ as ‘‘the shot heard lage. Most recently, I was delighted to work would allow a federally funded research and round the world.’’ The park commemorates with Frank in winning the donation to Crafton development center (FFRDC) under the Na- Paul Revere’s ‘‘midnight ride’’ on the night of Hills College of the swimming pool used in the tional Aeronautics and Space Administration’s April 18, 1775, to raise the alarm for the resi- 2004 Olympic Trials, which will be part of a (NASA) to apply for grants made available by dents of Concord, Massachusetts, that the recreation facility used by both the students the Department of Defense. Of NASA’s ten British were marching to destroy military stock- and the community. field centers, there is only one FFRDC—the piles. Frank has developed a national reputation Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)—in Pasa- The Minute Man National Historical Park for education excellence, serving on the Inter- dena, California. The amendment would allow continues to serve as a vital and enduring national Development Team in Spain in May this NASA center to do the ‘‘research, devel- educational resource not only to the American 2006, as well as the Defense Department’s opment, demonstration, or transfer of tech- people, but also to people all around the partnership with the Hispanic Associations of nology . . . for activities including, but not lim- globe. The Minute Man National Historical Colleges and Universities (HACU). Frank was ited to, those conducted by the center under Park plays a vital role in protecting these spe- also selected to be part of the U.S. Delegation contact with or on behalf of the Department of cial places in Massachusetts where the fight to China in February 2006. The delegation Defense.’’ for our democracy began and providing a true continues its work on business, education and NASA is a civilian agency, doing civilian benefit to our Nation. cultural exchanges. He has been a national work that affects every American in various f leader with HACU, ensuring a significant fed- ways. It must not become too closely associ- eral funding increase for schools with signifi- ated with the Department of Defense. NASA’s A TRIBUTE TO FRANK REYES FOR cant Hispanic student bodies. mission is to pioneer scientific discovery, aero- A LIFETIME DEDICATION TO His community involvement beyond the col- nautics research and space exploration, not to EDUCATION AND PUBLIC SERV- leges has been widely recognized—he has conduct research for the benefit of the Depart- ICE been listed in the Inland Empire Magazine as ment of Defense. one of The Most Influential Hispanics and was At a time when these programs may be fac- HON. JERRY LEWIS named Latino of the Year by the Hispanic ing extensive funding cuts, allowing NASA’s OF CALIFORNIA Chamber of Commerce. He has been Chair- field centers to focus solely on carrying out IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man of the Board for the Arrowhead Regional NASA’s mission could not be of more impor- Medical Center Foundation for two years, and tance. Allowing JPL to apply for these grants Friday, June 26, 2009 is an active Board member of the Hands of would set a precedent that could pave the way Mr. LEWIS of California. Madam Speaker, I Mercy, an organization which builds loft for other NASA centers to follow suit. NASA is would like to pay tribute to my good friend houses for the indigent. prohibited by law from accepting these grants Frank Reyes, an exceptional educator who Madam Speaker, after three decades of from the Department of Defense for a reason. has helped the San Bernardino Community service to the students and people of San NASA should not be doing the work of the De- College District become a national leader in Bernardino County, Frank Reyes is retiring partment of Defense and should remain a dis- programs designed to meet a diverse student from the community college district. Please tinct entity doing strictly civilian work for civil- body. join me in thanking him for his hard work and ian benefits. It should be fully funded in order Frank Reyes has been involved in education dedication, and wish him well in his future en- to allow it to do so. in San Bernardino County for more than three deavors.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.049 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1625 PERSONAL EXPLANATION was such a success they decided to build their Americas. This military institution, based at Ft. own cotton gin and the company went on to Benning in Georgia, is known throughout the HON. LARRY KISSELL successfully bale 30,000 to 60,000 bales per region for its questionable teachings and OF NORTH CAROLINA year at their peak. record of its graduates. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In 1966, one of Don’s many community ef- This amendment is simply about trans- forts became a reality when a new football parency. By revealing the names of the West- Friday, June 26, 2009 stadium was built. In appreciation of Don’s ef- ern Hemisphere Institute for Security Coopera- Mr. KISSELL. Madam Speaker, on Wednes- forts, the following year the community of Cor- tion attendees, we can shine the light of ac- day, June 24, 2009, I missed two rollcall votes coran overwhelmingly named Don Gilkey as countability and truth on an institution that is as I was attending a White House briefing on their ‘‘Citizen of the Year’’. His community in- unnecessarily shrouded in secrecy. We can the Energy bill. Had I been present, I would volvement was boundless. For many years, show our regional neighbors that we seek to have voted ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall number 428, and Mr. Gilkey served on the board of directors for be their partners in peace, and not co- ‘‘no’’ on rollcall number 429. Lakeland Dusters Aviation and Commercial conspirators of aggression. f Tire. He was a three-term board member and I urge all of my colleagues to support the president of the Corcoran Unified School Dis- McGovern-Sestak-Bishop-Lewis amendment. PERSONAL EXPLANATION trict board of trustees, president of the Cor- Mr. Chair, with this amendment we can show coran Chamber of Commerce, member of the that the intentions of the United States reflect HON. LUIS V. GUTIERREZ Corcoran Hospital Foundation, a lifelong mem- a more cooperative foreign policy and a re- OF ILLINOIS ber and trustee of the Corcoran First United newed commitment to international human IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Methodist Church, a long time member of Cor- rights standards. Friday, June 26, 2009 coran’s Rotary Club, board member of the California Wheat Commission and the Cali- f Mr. GUTIERREZ. Madam Speaker, due to a fornia Wheat Growers Association, past dele- PERSONAL EXPLANATION meeting at the White House, a Financial Serv- gate to the National Cotton Council, member ices Committee Hearing and other commit- of Class V of the California Agricultural Lead- HON. ALLEN BOYD ments, I was unavoidably absent for certain ership Program and for several years Don OF FLORIDA votes this week. I would like the record to served as a board member of the California show that, had I been present, I would have Ammonia Company. Don was honored as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes 419, 420, 421, member of the ‘‘65 Club’’, a select group of Friday, June 26, 2009 422, 423, 453, 454, 457, 458 and 460 and farmers chosen for their achievement in agri- Mr. BOYD. Madam Speaker, I was unable voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall votes 427, 455, 456, culture production, farm and community lead- to attend to a vote on May 20, 2009. Had I and 459. ership. This special honor was given to him in been present, my vote would have been ‘‘yea’’ f 1982 in Washington, D.0 by then U.S. Sec- on H.R. 2352, Job Creation Through Entrepre- A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF DON retary of Agriculture John R. Black during the neurship Act. GILKEY National Agriculture Day ceremonies. It goes without saying that Mr. Don f HON. JIM COSTA ‘‘Donnie’’ Gilkey’s dedication to his family, the IN RECOGNITION OF THE LA family farm and his community have earned SAGRADA FAMILIA FESTIVAL OF CALIFORNIA him a legacy of respect and enormous appre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ciation from Central Valley farmers, the Cor- Friday, June 26, 2009 coran community and the agriculture industry. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH He will forever be remembered as ‘‘Don OF OHIO Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Gilkey, The Big Man with the Big Heart’’. I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pay tribute to the life of an agricultural icon in honored and humbled to celebrate the life of Friday, June 26, 2009 California, Mr. Don Gilkey of Corcoran, Cali- this amazing man and agricultural icon. fornia. Don passed away on May 24, 2009 at Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise the age of 74. He is survived by his wife of 52 f today in recognition of La Sagrada Familia years, Moonyeen Gilkey, three children and NATIONAL DEFENSE AUTHORIZA- Festival being held this June 26 through 28, several grandchildren. TION ACT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 2009 and in remembrance of Reverend David Don Gilkey was born on February 3, 1935 F. Fallon, founding pastor of La Sagrada in Corcoran, California to Margaret and Ralph SPEECH OF Familia Parish. This year’s celebration is the Gilkey. Don graduated in 1952 from Corcoran twenty-fifth annual Latin American Festival and High School. In 1953 he left for the University HON. JOHN LEWIS is being held at the Sagrada Familia Parish in of California, Berkeley, where he played foot- OF GEORGIA Cleveland, Ohio. ball and rugby all four years of college. Don IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The members of the La Sagrada Familia was a lineman and punter for the Cal Berkeley Thursday, June 25, 2009 Parish in Cleveland have a long history of Bears and in 1956 was voted the team cap- dedication to our community and to empow- The House in Committee of the Whole tain. He was named First Team All Pacific House on the State of the Union had under ering Cleveland’s diverse Latin American com- Coast and Second Team A.P. All-American. In consideration of the bill (H.R. 2647) to au- munity. This year’s celebration will feature live August 1956, during his senior year, Don mar- thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2010 for music, cultural dances, children’s activities and ried the love-of-his life, Moonyeen Apperson, military activities of the Department of De- a talent show that highlight the rich culture of and they spent their first year of marriage in fense, to prescribe military personnel the Latin American community. This year’s Berkeley while Don finished college. After strengths for fiscal year 2010, and for other honoree, Reverend David Fallon, became the graduating from Cal, Don spent a short period purposes: founding pastor of Sagrada Familia on April of time as an officer with the U.S. Army. Upon Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Mr. Chair, I rise 11, 1998 and continued in that role until his returning, Don declined several offers to be- today as a cosponsor of this important amend- death on May I, 2009. Under his direction, La come a professional football player, deciding ment and urge of all of my colleagues to sup- Sagrada Familia became a source of strength instead to return home to Corcoran where he port it. I thank the Gentleman from Massachu- and support for people of all ethnic and reli- would become an integral part of the family setts (Mr. MCGOVERN) for his tireless advo- gious backgrounds. Father Fallon initiated nu- farming business. cacy on addressing human rights issues, and merous programs and organized church volun- In 1958, Don became a partner with his I would like to recognize Cindy Buhl on his teers to serve the community through social brother Charles and brothers-in-law Don Rid- staff and Jamila Thompson in my office for service, employment and education initiatives. dle and Ken DeVaney in the family farming their hard work on this issue. Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join operation. Soon thereafter, the family partner- The McGovern-Sestak-Bishop-Lewis me in recognition of the La Sagrada Familia ship grew to include another brother-in-law, amendment would allow public access to the Festival as they honor the memory of Rev- Bill Bondurant. During his farming career, Don names of graduates and instructors at the erend David F. Fallon at the 25th annual Latin farmed cotton, grain, alfalfa and raised tur- Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Co- American Festival. I offer my best wishes for keys. In 1962, the family farming operation operation formerly known as the School of the a joyous celebration of culture and community.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.053 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1626 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 TRIBUTE TO SGT. MIKE HEADRICK EARMARK DECLARATION state agencies to help small communities ad- dress their drinking water and wastewater HON. HAROLD ROGERS treatment concerns. While small, rural commu- HON. ZACH WAMP OF KENTUCKY nities are home to less than 25% of the na- tion’s population, they account for over 85% of OF TENNESSEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the nation’s community water systems. Prob- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, June 26, 2009 lems with EPA clean water compliance may Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Madam Speaker, arise when small communities lack the over- Friday, June 26, 2009 pursuant to the House Republican standards sight capacity and technical expertise to deal Mr. WAMP. Madam Speaker, the Volunteer on congressional-directed funding, I am sub- with the complexities of maintaining a safe State has done it again! Today, I rise to honor mitting the following information regarding and clean supply of water, and communities Sgt. Mike Headrick, a Tennessee National funding included in H.R. 2996, the Department with fewer than 10,000 residents are more Guard soldier from Dunlap, Tennessee, who of the Interior, Environment, and Related than twice as likely to violate drinking water Agencies Appropriations Act of 2010. will be among seven National Guardsmen standards as are larger systems. Each year, Requesting Member: Congressman HAROLD the RCAP network delivers services to more from across the entire United States com- ROGERS than 2,000 rural communities, 90% of which peting for the prestigious title of Non-Commis- Bill Number: H.R. 2996 have populations of 2,500 or fewer, while sioned Officer (NCO) of the Year. Account: Department of the Interior—Na- leveraging an average of $25 in additional Sgt. Headrick has successfully competed tional Park Service—Land Acquisition funding for every $1 in federal investment. against other highly talented National Guards- Legal Name of Recipient: Cumberland Gap FY10 funding will be equally divided between men from our region for the opportunity to National Historic Park technical assistance activities related to drink- contend in the national finals. Competition be- Address of Recipient: US 25E S, P.O. Box ing water and clean water compliance. gins in the hometown unit and becomes more 1848, Middlesboro, KY 40965 Requesting Member: Congressman HAROLD difficult as the participant advances. In Sgt. Description of Request: Provide directed ROGERS Headrick’s case, each unit in his Armored funding of $500,000 for Cumberland Gap Na- Bill Number: H.R. 2996 Cavalry Regiment squadron selected an NCO tional Historical Park. P.L. 108–07 gave the Account: Environmental Protection Agen- to compete at the Squadron level. Testing in- National Park Service authority to acquire the cy—STAG Water & Wastewater Infrastructure cludes marksmanship, first aid, and warrior historic and pristine Fern Lake and sur- Legal Name of Recipient: Perry County task training, along with proficiency on Army rounding 4500 acre watershed incorporating Sanitation District regulations and history. Squadron winners this area into Cumberland Gap National His- Address of Recipient: P.O. Box 1615, Haz- move up to regimental competition and face torical Park. Fern Lake will eventually serve as ard, KY 41702 a clean and reliable water source for the city more difficult challenges including a physical Description of Request: Provide directed of Middlesboro, Kentucky as well as enhance fitness test, more warrior tasks, weapons qual- funding of $500,000 to support the Perry recreational opportunities at Cumberland Gap. County Sanitation District’s ongoing efforts to ification and a 10-mile road march. At the In May 2009, using previously secured federal provide sanitary wastewater treatment serv- statewide competition, obstacles become even funds, over 2000 acres of this property were ices for residents in the Chavies area. Funds tougher with the addition of a land navigation conveyed to Cumberland Gap National Histor- will support the Sanitation District in devel- course, another long road march and a man- ical Park. To date, 4021 acres of the water- oping a 150,000 gallon per day wastewater datory appearance before a panel of Sergeant shed have been added to the park, and the ul- treatment plant and an enhanced collection Majors. timate goal is to acquire 4500 acres within the system, which will ultimately serve 502 house- The national competition begins at Fort sightline of the park’s popular Pinnacle Over- holds. The project will initially construct ap- Benning, Georgia, on July 30, and is packed look. proximately 24,900 feet of gravity sewer, with a grueling physical fitness test, five-mile Requesting Member: Congressman HAROLD 3,500 feet of force main and two pump sta- run, day and night land navigation course, 12- ROGERS tions to serve 109 new customers. The waste- mile road march with a 30 lb. rucksack, water Bill Number: H.R. 2996 water treatment plant will be constructed to survival, day and night weapons marksman- Account: Environmental Protection Agen- accommodate future expansions as collection ship, obstacle course, and hand-to-hand com- cy—Science & Technology lines are extended to serve additional cus- bat with little or no sleep. The competition Legal Name of Recipient: Consortium for tomers. The Perry County Sanitation District concludes here in Washington, DC., one week Plant Biotechnology Research received a grant from the U.S. Army Corps of later. Address of Recipient: 100 Sylvan Drive, Engineers for the design of the Wastewater Suite 210, St. Simons Island, GA 31522 Treatment Plant and Collection System, which Sgt. Headrick is a member of the 278th Ar- Description of Request: Provide directed covered the cost of a regional facilities plan, mored Cavalry Regiment’s Det. 1, Head- funding of $1,000,000 for the Consortium for environmental assessment and design. An ad- quarters Troop, 2nd Squadron, in Gallatin, Plant Biotechnology Research, a non-profit or- ditional $1.154 million in Environmental Pro- Tennessee, and has proudly served in our Na- ganization whose membership includes 43 tection Agency funds have also been secured tional Guard for six years. He volunteered for leading U.S. research universities and 39 agri- to begin construction. military service at the age 33, just before the business companies and trade associations. f age-limit cutoff, because he wanted future 92.6% of funding is utilized for researching generations to have the ability to live in free- plant biotechnologies that will improve the PERSONAL EXPLANATION dom without the fear of terrorists attacks. competitiveness of U.S. agriculture by devel- In civilian life, Sgt. Headrick is a Certified oping technologies to lessen the country’s de- HON. BART STUPAK Master Auto Technician at Bavarian Auto in pendence on foreign energy supplies. Federal OF MICHIGAN my hometown of Chattanooga. He has been funds are matched 130% on average. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES University of Kentucky is a CPBR member. married to his wife, Audrey, for 20 years and Friday, June 26, 2009 they have one son, Alex. Requesting Member: Congressman HAROLD ROGERS Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, on Wednes- Tennessee is very proud of the accomplish- Bill Number: H.R. 2996 day, June 24, 2009, I could not be present for ments and service of Sgt. Mike Headrick, and Account: Environmental Protection Agen- votes due to a family funeral back in Michigan. I am honored to recognize him today in the cy—Environmental Programs and Manage- I rise today to enter into the RECORD how I U.S. House of Representatives. This friendly ment—National Programs would have voted had I been able to vote. competition sharpens the skills of our service Legal Name of Recipient: Rural Commu- House rollcall vote No. 424. I would have men and women and better prepares them for nities Assistance Partnership voted no. the intensities of combat. We wish all seven Address of Recipient: 1522 K Street, NW., House rollcall vote No. 425. I would have soldiers the very best as they prepare to win Suite 400, Washington DC 20005 voted no. the coveted title of Non-Commissioned Officer Description of Request: Provide directed House rollcall vote No. 426. I would have of the Year, but it’s no secret that I hope Sgt. funding of $2,500,000 for the Rural Commu- voted no. Headrick brings it home to the great State of nities Assistance Partnership with the EPA. House rollcall vote No. 427. I would have Tennessee! RCAP service providers work with federal and voted no.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.059 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1627 House rollcall vote No. 428. I would have INTRODUCTION OF THE TRIBAL TRIBUTE TO POLICE CHIEF voted yes. CHARITIES FAIRNESS ACT OF 2009 WILLIAM ‘‘BILLY’’ WEBBER House rollcall vote No. 429. I would have voted no. HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN House rollcall vote No. 430. I would have HON. XAVIER BECERRA OF MASSACHUSETTS voted yes. OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House rollcall vote No. 431. I would have Friday, June 26, 2009 voted no. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. MCGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I proud- House rollcall vote No. 432. I would have Friday, June 26, 2009 voted no. ly rise today to pay tribute to William ‘‘Billy’’ House rollcall vote No. 433. I would have Mr. BECERRA. Madam Speaker, I rise to Webber, a revered Chief of Police of the Town of Southborough, Massachusetts, who died voted yes. introduce the ‘‘Tribal Charities Fairness Act of House rollcall vote No. 434. I would have too early at the age of 53 on November 11, 2009’’ with Representatives DEVIN NUNES, 2008 after a courageous 18 month battle with voted no. EARL BLUMENAUER, MICHAEL HONDA, DALE KIL- House rollcall vote No. 435. I would have pancreatic cancer. DEE, BEN RAY LUJA´N, BETTY MCCOLLUM, and voted yes. Earlier this week, family members, friends JOHN OLVER. This legislation remedies an in- House rollcall vote No. 436. I would have and colleagues held a golf tournament in voted yes. equity in our tax code and will enhance the honor of Chief Webber—‘‘dedicated to his memory, to his kind heart and to the courage House rollcall vote No. 437. I would have ability of tribal charities to provide essential he has given all of us to rise above the sor- voted no. services such as nutritional, educational and row.’’ All proceeds from the event went to the House rollcall vote No. 438. I would have health care assistance for many in Indian Dana Farber Cancer Institute in Boston to voted yes. country. support research efforts to fight the dreaded House rollcall vote No. 439. I would have The economic and social needs of the Na- disease that claimed his life. voted yes. tive American community are immense. Native The son of proud parents, Harry and Claire House rollcall vote No. 440. I would have American households are among the most Webber, Bill Webber grew up in Milford, Mas- voted no. economically disadvantaged in the United sachusetts and joined the Police Department House rollcall vote No. 441. I would have States. Over 25 percent live in poverty, with in nearby Southborough in 1980, beginning an voted yes. greater proportions of Native American chil- impressive and distinguished 28 year career in House rollcall vote No. 442. I would have law enforcement. He received his Bachelor of voted yes. dren and seniors living in poverty compared with the general United States population. Science in Criminal Justice from Northeastern House rollcall vote No. 443. I would have University in 1983 and earned a Master’s De- Health status is lower for Native Americans, voted no. gree in Public Administration from Clark Uni- House rollcall vote No. 444. I would have who have a life expectancy that is 4.6 years versity in Worcester in 2003. He was also a voted no. shorter than all races considered together, and graduate of the State Police Academy where House rollcall vote No. 445. I would have mortality rates from diabetes, tuberculosis, and he was President of his class. In 2004 he was voted no. alcoholism that are many times higher than in appointed as Southborough’s Chief of Police. House rollcall vote No. 446. I would have the general U.S. population. And although 76 Chief Webber’s career with the Town of voted no. percent of Native Americans have a high Southborough was characterized by honor, House rollcall vote No. 447. I would have school diploma, just 13 percent go on to re- courage and commitment. His professionalism voted no. ceive a bachelor’s degree. and integrity made him a great role model for House rollcall vote No. 448. I would have his fellow officers and law enforcement col- Tribal charities play an essential role in rem- voted no. leagues. Town Planner Vera Kolias said House rollcall vote No. 449. I would have edying these untenable circumstances by pro- ‘‘Chief Billy Webber had all of the qualities that voted yes. viding assistance to communities across In- you can only hope for in one person: an ac- House rollcall vote No. 450. I would have dian country. Their work and assistance en- complished, intelligent and caring professional, voted yes. sure Native American children, working adults, and a consummate gentleman who displayed House rollcall vote No. 451. I would have and seniors have access to the same opportu- integrity and sensitivity at every turn.’’ voted yes. nities available to all Americans. With Chief Webber’s death, the citizens of House rollcall vote No. 452. I would have Unfortunately, the tax code currently treats Southborough have suffered a tragic loss. The voted yes. tribes like corporations rather than like state love and respect felt by his neighbors and members of the community is reflected by the and local governments when they provide sup- f Town’s dedication of its 2008 Annual Report port to charities that serve tribal members. to him. In presenting copies of the Annual Re- REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY This flawed tax treatment has significant impli- port to his family at a recent Board of Select- OF THE CLASSIFIED ANNEX TO cations, affecting tribal charities’ ability to ac- men meeting, Chairman Bill Boland expressed H.R. 2701, THE INTELLIGENCE AU- cess tax-exempt financing, receive grants from thanks to them ‘‘for sharing Billy with us; he THORIZATION ACT FOR FISCAL private foundations, and operate in the gov- was truly a remarkable person and a great YEAR 2010 ernmental arena without being subject to addi- representative of the Town of Southborough.’’ tional tax rules and regulations. Chief Webber’s Pastor, Reverend James HON. SILVESTRE REYES Flynn of St. Matthew’s Church in The ‘‘Tribal Charities Fairness Act of 2009’’ OF TEXAS Southborough observed that he was a man of will correct this inequity in the law by treating IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES great compassion and said that ‘‘We of St. tribal governments the same as state and Matthews were awed with the example that Friday, June 26, 2009 local governments when they provide support Bill left for us, a man of faith who genuinely Mr. REYES. Madam Speaker, I wish to in- to charitable organizations. This simple loved his neighbor.’’ form my colleagues that the classified annex change in our tax code will have far-reaching, Sadly, the record of impressive achieve- to H.R. 2701, the Intelligence Authorization positive effects for tribes and charities across ments and honorable service throughout Chief Act for Fiscal Year 2010, will be available for the nation by increasing the availability of re- Webber’s life came to an early end on Novem- review by members during regular Committee sources to address the poor economic and so- ber 11, 2008. As noted by Vanessa Hale, As- business hours, beginning on Monday, July cial conditions plaguing many in Indian coun- sistant Town Administrator of Southborough, 6th, 2009. try. ‘‘It was providential that he left us on Veterans Members will be required to complete the Day—a proud, patriotic American who loved appropriate security paperwork to view any I encourage my colleagues to support this his family, God and Country to the end.’’ classified information. essential legislation that puts tribal charities on On behalf of the residents of the Third Mas- Staff are requested to contact the Com- an equal playing field with other government- sachusetts District, I extend our deep sym- mittee to schedule a viewing appointment for funded charities and increases their ability to pathy to his loving wife Kathy (Carmody) members. carry out their necessary and important work. Webber, his children Kathleen and Kevin, his

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On rollcall 375, I would have voted no. On rollcall 453, I would have voted yes. HON. JOHN LEWIS On rollcall 376, I would have voted no. On rollcall 454, I would have voted yes. OF GEORGIA On rollcall 377, I would have voted no. On rollcall 455, I would have voted no. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES On rollcall 378, I would have voted no. On rollcall 456, I would have voted no. On rollcall 379, I would have voted no. On rollcall 457, I would have voted no. Friday, June 26, 2009 On rollcall 380, I would have voted no. On rollcall 458, I would have voted yes. Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, on On rollcall 381, I would have voted no. On rollcall 459, I would have voted no. June 8, 2009, I underwent surgery and have On rollcall 382, I would have voted no. On rollcall 460, I would have voted no. been recuperating for the past 3 weeks. In my On rollcall 383, I would have voted no. On rollcall 461, I would have voted yes. 24 years in Congress, I have missed very few On rollcall 384, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 462, I would have voted yes. votes and have taken pride in having a voting On rollcall 385, I would have voted no. On rollcall 463, I would have voted yes. record of over 90%. This is the first time I’ve On rollcall 386, I would have voted no. On rollcall 464, I would have voted yes. missed this many votes. Had I been here, I On rollcall 387, I would have voted no. On rollcall 465, I would have voted yes. would have cast the following votes: On rollcall 388, I would have voted no. f On rollcall 311, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 389, I would have voted no. On rollcall 312, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 390, I would have voted yes. IN RECOGNITION OF JIM BOREN’S On rollcall 313, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 391, I would have voted no. 40 YEARS OF SERVICE On rollcall 314, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 392, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 315, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 393, I would have voted no. HON. JIM COSTA On rollcall 316, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 394, I would have voted yes. OF CALIFORNIA On rollcall 317, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 395, I would have voted no. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES On rollcall 318, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 396, I would have voted yes. Friday, June 26, 2009 On rollcall 319, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 397, I would have voted no. On rollcall 320, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 398, I would have voted yes. Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to On rollcall 321, I would have voted no. On rollcall 399, I would have voted no. give recognition to James V. ‘‘Jim’’ Boren, the On rollcall 322, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 400, I would have voted yes. Editorial Page Editor/Vice President of the On rollcall 323, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 401, I would have voted no. Fresno Bee newspaper as he prepares to cel- On rollcall 324, I would have voted no. On rollcall 402, I would have voted yes. ebrate four decades of dedicated service to On rollcall 325, I would have voted no. On rollcall 403, I would have voted no. the Fresno Bee. On rollcall 326, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 404, I would have voted no. A native of Fresno, California, Jim attended On rollcall 327, I would have voted no. On rollcall 405, I would have voted no. Hoover High School, where his talent for using On rollcall 328, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 406, I would have voted no. written words to convey specific imagery and On rollcall 329, I would have voted no. On rollcall 407, I would have voted no. captivate a reader’s interest, officially began. On rollcall 330, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 408, I would have voted yes. While at Hoover, Boren became actively in- On rollcall 331, I would have voted no. On rollcall 409, I would have voted yes. volved in the school’s newspaper, the Hoover On rollcall 332, I would have voted no. On rollcall 410, I would have voted yes. Patriot, and continued as a school reporter On rollcall 333, I would have voted no. On rollcall 411, I would have voted yes. until his graduation in 1967. Following gradua- On rollcall 334, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 412, I would have voted yes. tion, Boren attended Fresno City College On rollcall 335, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 413, I would have voted yes. where he earned his AA degree and became On rollcall 336, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 414, I would have voted present. engaged with the official news publication of On rollcall 337, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 415, I would have voted yes. Fresno City College, the Rampage. His strong On rollcall 338, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 416, I would have voted yes. interest in journalism continued during his ten- On rollcall 339, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 417, I would have voted yes. ure at California State University, Fresno, On rollcall 340, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 418, I would have voted yes. where he graduated in 1972 with a bachelor’s On rollcall 341, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 419, I would have voted yes. degree in journalism. On rollcall 342, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 420, I would have voted yes. While still in college, on June 9, 1969, at the On rollcall 343, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 421, I would have voted yes. age of 19, Jim Boren was hired as a vacation On rollcall 344, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 422, I would have voted yes. relief reporter for the Valley Department of the On rollcall 345, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 423, I would have voted yes. Fresno Bee and with that position, Boren’s il- On rollcall 346, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 424, I would have voted no. lustrious journalism career officially began. On rollcall 347, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 425, I would have voted no. During his 40-year tenure at the Bee, Boren On rollcall 348, I would have voted no. On rollcall 426, I would have voted no. has covered almost every beat at the paper. On rollcall 349, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 427, I would have voted no. In 1980, Jim Boren quickly became known as On rollcall 350, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 428, I would have voted yes. ‘‘The Bee’s Political Guru,’’ as he continued to On rollcall 351, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 429, I would have voted no. report exclusively on politics for nearly 15 On rollcall 352, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 430, I would have voted yes. years. During that time, Boren covered every On rollcall 353, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 431, I would have voted no. level of politics, including city council elections, On rollcall 354, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 432, I would have voted no. gubernatorial races, and presidential cam- On rollcall 355, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 433, I would have voted yes. paigns, joining the press pool of national cam- On rollcall 356, I would have voted no. On rollcall 434, I would have voted no. paigns to see, hear and report first-hand the On rollcall 357, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 435, I would have voted yes. events and progress surrounding those cam- On rollcall 358, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 436, I would have voted no. paigns. On rollcall 359, I would have voted no. On rollcall 437, I would have voted no. In 1995, Jim became the Editorial Page Edi- On rollcall 360, I would have voted no. On rollcall 438, I would have voted yes. tor of the Bee, one of the positions he still en- On rollcall 361, I would have voted no. On rollcall 439, I would have voted no. joys today. Boren has received a variety of On rollcall 362, I would have voted no. On rollcall 440, I would have voted no. journalism awards, including an investigative On rollcall 363, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 441, I would have voted no. reporting award from the Society of Profes- On rollcall 364, I would have voted no. On rollcall 442, I would have voted no. sional Journalists and in 2004, Boren earned On rollcall 365, I would have voted yes. On rollcall 443, I would have voted no. recognition as the winner of the Jim Tucker On rollcall 366, I would have voted no. On rollcall 444, I would have voted no. Journalism Award presented by the Mass On rollcall 367, I would have voted no. On rollcall 445, I would have voted no. Communications and Journalism Department

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.065 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1629 of his alma mater, California State University, of growing medical costs that seem without ship team are to be commended for their drive Fresno. bounds. and perseverance. The 2009 team members Always dedicated to helping prevent hunger Citizens of a free society need not choose include: Tavi Amparan, Chuy Diaz, Cory for Valley residents, Boren’s volunteer advo- between buying food and affording care. Falvey, Roger Favela, Chris Guzman, Eric cacy on behalf of the Community Food Bank A free society educates all of its children Herrera, Bobby Mares, Sergio Mendoza, continues to aid those less fortunate. Addition- and provides vast opportunity for betterment Marcus Molina, Armando Muniz, Jessirey ally, his volunteer efforts on behalf of Chil- beyond the classroom. Navarrete, Aaron Olivas, Josh Rodriguez, dren’s Hospital of Central California, resulted A free society ought not be bound by the Rene Rodriguez, Oscar Sandate, Ivan Sigala, in significant funds being raised for the annual shackles of oppression, be it physical re- Angel Soria, George Stoltz, and Luis Yanez. Kids Day event, where he has raised tens of straints or the restraints imposed by a depend- Head Coach Chris Forbes and his great thousands of dollars for those seeking medical ence on foreign assets. team of assistant coaches, Joe Alvarez, Adri- care at the valley’s only children’s hospital. A free society puts its stock in innovation, an Garcia, Federico Contreras, and Herbert Boren is a founding board member and re- tapping into its own financial and human cap- Reyes, were the masterminds behind the mains active on the board of the Kenneth L. ital to grow a smarter economy and a safer fu- team’s success. Coach Forbes, in particular, Maddy Institute at California State University, ture that doesn’t poison our air, water and instilled a sense of hard work and discipline Fresno. land or tie self determination to the foreign re- that kept the players motivated throughout the A proud father, Marissa Boren continues in sources of another land’s oppressor. regular season and post-season. As part of her father’s footsteps and is dedicated to edu- In our still pioneering young republic, we his 25–year career in coaching, the former cation and the community. She has just com- refuse to cede the initiative to innovate. Austin High School baseball player has taken pleted her education at the University of Cali- In our pursuit of freedom we agree to forgo Socorro to 20 playoff appearances. Coach fornia at San Diego. some of our individual interests and intemper- Forbes also boasts the most wins (576) of any Boren, in his current role as Editorial Page ance to allow the space for open dialogue, de- varsity baseball coach in El Paso. Editor/Vice President, continues to write a bate and discussion. The Bulldogs’ championship title energized weekly column on politics and public policy in Our society and all free societies must be El Paso sports fans, as over a thousand par- addition to his duties overseeing the Bee’s open to compromise without bias to age, color ents and members of the community made the opinion pages. He is also a member of the or creed. long journey to Round Rock to cheer the team Operating Committee, which is the senior So as I stand here on the eve of our 233rd to victory. This team will forever be remem- management group of the newspaper. Independence Day, I am grateful for our bered for its historic victory that brought the On behalf of all those who have read his founding fathers and their quest for democ- State Championship Trophy to El Paso, 60 words, it is with great pleasure that I congratu- racy. While I value the vast distances we have years after the storied Bowie Bears baseball late Jim Boren for 40 years of providing inter- traveled since Philadelphia, I remain mindful of team achieved the same feat in 1949. I am esting informative stories, columns and opin- the long journey yet to perfection. proud to join my constituents from the 16th ions to Fresno Bee readers everywhere. On this Independence Day, I urge my fellow District of Texas in commending the Socorro f Arizonans and all Americans to endeavor to Bulldogs baseball team for a job well done. THE TRUE IMPORTANCE OF renew and revive the spirit of liberty that f INDEPENDENCE DAY launched this great nation, and strive to seek RENEWABLE ENERGY DEVELOP- a more perfect Union. MENT AND TRANSMISSION HON. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS f ISSUES OF ARIZONA CONGRATULATING THE SOCORRO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BULLDOGS BASEBALL TEAM HON. JAY INSLEE Friday, June 26, 2009 OF WASHINGTON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. GIFFORDS. Madam Speaker, I rise HON. SILVESTRE REYES today to encourage all citizens to take a mo- OF TEXAS Friday, June 26, 2009 ment during the upcoming Independence Day IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. INSLEE. Madam Speaker, I greatly ap- weekend to reflect on what the United States Friday, June 26, 2009 preciate the sentiments expressed in the at- and the ideals of our Republic mean to them. tached letter from Carl Zichella, and I intend to America’s experiment with democracy rep- Mr. REYES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to work with these groups to achieve strong envi- resents the origins of a new outlook and new congratulate the Socorro High School baseball ronmental protections in areas affected by system of governance. Our founders dared to team for winning the 2009 Texas 5A State transmission line siting. challenge history. The principles of personal Baseball Championship. The Socorro High SIERRA CLUB, liberty and collective justice—exercised daily Bulldogs ended their championship season Sacrementa, CA, June 26, 2009. across our country—were once little more than with an impressive record, becoming the sec- Hon. JAY INSLEE, the lofty goals of our ancestors. Today, we ond team in El Paso history to bring home the House of Representatives, have come a long way. We have struggled coveted state title. Washington, DC. The team was tested by fierce competitors DEAR REPRESENTATIVE INSLEE: I write to and continue to struggle, to achieve the true thank you for your leadership on renewable spirit of freedom for every American and every from across the great State of Texas, one of energy development and transmission issues. citizen of humanity. the most competitive states in the entire nation The Sierra Club, The Wilderness Society and When I reflect on the ideals of our nation for high school baseball. As the post-season NRDC have concerns about the presidential and consider the significance of our shining progressed, the Bulldogs fended off tough override provision of the manager’s trans- example of freedom to the world, I think not challengers and finished with an impressive mission amendment. We recognize that it only of our deep-rooted principle of self-deter- 35–4 record. was not the intention of the amendment’s mination but the basic liberties set forth by the On Saturday, June 20th, the Bulldogs had author to, in any way, undermine environ- their toughest test this year when they faced mental protection. We would like to work Declaration of Independence and our Bill of with Congressman Inslee and the Energy and Rights. These two great doctrines lay a foun- the Lufkin Panthers in the state championship Commerce Committee to help ensure that dation for all free nations. game at the Dell Diamond in Round Rock, public land protection measures in trans- But I believe freedom is more than words. Texas, and were down 2–0 in the game’s mission policy reforms are as strong as pos- Freedom is a society in which all have an early innings. The talented young men on the sible, as reflected in HR 2211 and to clarify equal opportunity to succeed. Socorro Bulldog team never waivered and the role of public stakeholders in the plan- A free society is one in which citizens are forged an impressive come-from-behind vic- ning process the amendment establishes. not burdened by a perpetual cycle of poverty tory. We are at your service in the coming days and weeks to address these issues. that breeds crime, violence and chronic dis- I am extremely proud of the dedication, de- Sincerely, ease. termination, sportsmanship, and discipline of CARL ZICLIELLA, A free society is one in which the people this talented baseball team and their Coach Western Renewable are not crushed into bankruptcy by the weight Chris Forbes. The members of this champion- Projects Director.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.068 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E1630 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 26, 2009 VETERANS HEALTH CARE BUDGET marks, I am submitting the following informa- at The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island. They were REFORM AND TRANSPARENCY tion for publication in the CONGRESSIONAL married in September 2002. Mr. and Mrs. ACT OF 2009 RECORD regarding earmarks I received as part Saldana have three children, Isabella Grace, of H.R. 2996, the Fiscal Year 2010 Interior, Nikolas Valentino and Sophia Claire. SPEECH OF Environment, and Related Agencies Appro- f priations Act. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE SUPPORT OF: H.R. 1511, THE ‘‘TOR- Requesting Member: Congressman ROBERT OF TEXAS TURE VICTIMS RELIEF REAU- E. LATTA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THORIZATION ACT OF 2009’’ Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Bill Number: H.R. 2996, Fiscal Year 2010 Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker. Appropriations Act HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1016, Account: EPA; STAG Water and Waste- OF TEXAS ‘‘Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and water Infrastructure Project IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Transparency Act of 2009.’’ I would like to Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Village of Friday, June 26, 2009 thank my colleague, Congressman BOB FIL- Tiro, Ohio NER, for introducing this bill, and providing Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Madam Address of Requesting Entity: P.O. Box 31, Speaker, I support H.R. 1511, the ‘‘Torture leadership on this important issue. Tiro, OH 44887 Today I will defer to Thomas Jefferson who Victims Relief Reauthorization Act of 2009.’’ Description of Request: $500,000 for the Vil- so auspiciously stated, ‘‘The care of human This bill was sponsored by Representative lage of Tiro Water Distribution System. This life and happiness and not their destruction is CHRISTOPHER SMITH of New Jersey. The bill’s project consists of purchasing treated water the first and only legitimate object of good purpose is to amend the Torture Victims Relief from the City of Shelby and transporting it to government.’’ We must call attention as both Act of 1998 to authorize appropriations for the House and Senate discuss health care re- Tiro via 32,500 ft. of water main. 10,700 ft. of FY2010–FY2011 which will provide assistance form. Today, in the midst of two wars and an water main will be constructed in the Village for domestic and foreign programs and cen- economic crisis, I know in this 111th Congress for distribution of water. A booster pumping ters for the treatment of victims of torture. I and with the 44th President of the United station, storage tower, and fire hydrants will be support this bill and I urge my colleagues to States, our government is now in the position included. The Village of Tiro currently has no support this bill as it provides needed rehabili- of necessity where we must work to ensure municipal water system. Water is collected or tation treatment to those who have been im- comprehensive health care reform to all citi- hauled into shallow wells or cisterns. The Vil- pacted by the effects of torture. zens. lage has tried for several years to secure a H.R. 1511, the Torture Victims Relief Reau- The Veterans Health Care Budget Reform source of water and funding. The current thorization Act of 2009, authorizes appropria- and Transparency Act of 2009 will ensure that project is the closest this village has come for tions for the Department of Health and Human one community who gave the ultimate meas- a safe water supply. I certify that neither I nor Services (HHS) to provide grants to programs ure for their country will have a quality health my spouse has any financial interest in this in the United States to cover the costs of serv- care system. I urge members of Congress to project. ices provided by domestic treatment centers in put away the partisan bickering and come to- f the rehabilitation of victims of torture (including gether to support those who have given their treatment of the physical and psychological ef- lives for the country they love. There should TRIBUTE TO FRANCISCO ‘‘PACO’’ fects of torture). It will also allow the centers be no reason why our veterans should not re- SALDANA to provide social and legal services as well as ceive the adequate health care they deserve. research and training of health care providers For 19 out of the past 22 fiscal years, ap- HON. ANDER CRENSHAW outside of treatment centers or programs to propriated funds for medical care were not OF FLORIDA enable them to provide such services. It au- provided to the Department of Veterans Affairs IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thorizes the President to provide grants to before the commencement of its new fiscal Friday, June 26, 2009 treatment centers and programs in foreign year, causing the Department great challenges countries that carry out projects and activities in planning and managing care for enrolled Mr. CRENSHAW. Madam Speaker. I rise specifically designed to treat victims of torture veterans. Appropriation levels for health care today to congratulate one of my constituents for the physical and psychological effects of programs in the Department have too often Francisco ‘‘Paco’’ Saldana who as the Director torture. In addition, it provides grants to the proven insufficient over the past decade, re- of Guest Services, The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia United Nations Voluntary Fund for Victims of quiring the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to ra- Island is the winner of the ‘‘Faces of Travel’’ Torture. tion health care and Congress to approve sup- award granted on an annual basis by the U.S. This bill is not only important, it is nec- plemental appropriations. Medical technology Travel Association to an employee in the trav- essary. The Abu Ghraib prisoner abuse scan- available on the battlefields and in U.S. med- el business who exemplifies the travel industry dal and the myriad of consequential allega- ical facilities are saving the lives of a high per- and what makes it a unique employment op- tions of prisoner abuse across both Iraq and centage of severely wounded soldiers, but portunity for 7.7 million Americans. Afghanistan have cast a heavy shadow over they then often face long-term recovery and After months of searching and thousands of our role in Iraq and our country as a whole. rehabilitation challenges. votes by industry members, Francisco ‘‘Paco’’ Under the Bush Administration, evidence indi- By providing sufficient, timely and predict- Saldana, a resident of Fernandina Beach, cates that torture was conducted on prisoners able funding we would ensure that we meet Florida, will be announced as the winner of which included methods such as: the vital obligation to provide health care to all the ‘‘Faces of Travel Contest.’’ waterboarding, weeklong sleep deprivation, veterans. Congress must take action in ensur- As the winner of this award, Francisco forced nudity, use of painful positions, belly- ing our veterans who return home sick, in- ‘‘Paco’’ Saldana who is a proud employee at slap and the exploitation of prisoner’s fears of jured, or even healthy will receive the quality the Ritz-Carlton on Amelia Island will help animals or insects. President Obama has health care they deserve. As Congress begins communicate the critical role travel plays in since denounced these inhumane integration to swiftly act in an unprecedented time, I urge the lives of working Americans across our practices and has vowed that the United my colleagues to put away partisan bickering great country. States does not condone torture. H.R. 1511 and act as a single non-partisan government Mr. Saldana is the embodiment of the Amer- supports the President’s vow by providing to ensure our citizens’ happiness in a quality ican Dream and what is possible in this great treatment to victims which is designed to en- health care system. land of opportunity, having emigrated to the able the victim to step back from the trauma, f United States in 1995 from Mexico City and learn to identify and accept it and gradually EARMARK DECLARATION rising up the ranks at The Ritz-Carlton. Mr. become reintegrated into society and/or the Saldana’s dedication to hard work and his working world. This treatment will also serve a HON. ROBERT E. LATTA positive attitude over the last 14 years have social purpose in that it will enable the victim propelled him to become the Director of Guest to restore ties that were severed by an array OF OHIO Services. of clinical symptoms caused by being tortured. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Saldana’s work in the travel industry not In the wake of the Abu Ghraib scandal, the Friday, June 26, 2009 only had a positive impact on his professional U.S. has gone to great pains to persuade the Mr. LATTA. Madam Speaker, pursuant to life, but also his personal life. Mr. Saldana met world that U.S. policy does not condone tor- the Republican Leadership standards on ear- his wife, Christina, who also happened to work ture. If Congress enacts this legislation, it

VerDate Nov 24 2008 08:56 Jun 27, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A26JN8.072 E26JNPT1 smartinez on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS June 26, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1631 would reaffirm America’s commitment to a COMMEMORATING THE FIRST BUR- As a child of Jamaican grandparents, I un- world without torture and show the rest of the IALS AT BAKERSFIELD NA- derstand the importance of recognizing the in- world that the U.S. is committed to rehabili- TIONAL CEMETARY fluence Caribbean cultures continues to have tating those who have suffered at the hands of on all facets of these United States. Growing torture. HON. JIM COSTA up, my grandmother who hails from Jamaica, OF CALIFORNIA instilled in me a strong appreciation for her We as a nation must set a clear example Caribbean values. As a result of my upbring- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that we do not support torture, nor do we con- ing, I have adopted a strong work ethic and done such practices. For the benefit or our Friday, June 26, 2009 tremendous pride in my heritage. As a parent, troops, for the good of Iraq, for the good of Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to I have passed on these same values to my America, and for the safety of the World, we give tribute and honor to the brave men and own children, so they will develop a sense of must heal the wounds caused by torture to women of Kern County who have proudly pride in their Caribbean heritage and acknowl- those victims domestic and foreign. A strong served their country in the United States edge the many roles Caribbean people play in bipartisan message of support needs to be Armed Forces. As a nation, one of our most shaping this nation. I whole-heartedly support this resolution that commemorates Caribbean displayed by this body to right the wrongs and vital duties is to ensure we are committed to heritage, history, culture and contributions to send a message to the world that America is providing for our military veterans. This in- cludes providing a final resting place for the the United States. committed to ending what President Obama In her 1970 autobiography, Shirley Chislom, called a ‘‘dark and painful chapter in our his- honored to be recognized. Thus, today, I would like to commemorate the first burials at the first black woman elected to Congress, tory,’’ by providing treatment to the victims of the new Bakersfield National Cemetery. credited her success to the education she re- torture. I invite my colleagues to stand with me The Bakersfield National Cemetery is a ceived while attending school in Barbados. She wrote, ‘‘Years later I would know what an today and support this important legislation. 500–acre site located approximately 25 miles important gift my parents had given me by outside of Bakersfield nestled in the seeing to it that I had my early education in f Tehachapi Mountains. Surrounded by golden the strict, traditional, British-style schools of scenery, crushed red rock and drought resist- TAX AND CAP A JOB KILLER Barbados. If I speak and write easily now, that ant plants, the newly developed cemetery is early education is the main reason.’’ furnished with a memorial walkway, committal This is a nation built by immigrants. From as HON. JOHN L. MICA service shelter, internet areas and administra- early as the 17th century there have been in- tive and maintenance buildings. Upon project dividuals from the Caribbean Islands, working OF FLORIDA completion, the cemetery will be equipped to here in the United States as indentured serv- serve 200,000 Central California veterans, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ants in the colony of Jamestown, Virginia. their spouses and children. They worked in fields picking cotton, tobacco Friday, June 26, 2009 The first cremation and casket burials will and crops just as the slaves did. take place on July 1 and July 2, 2009, respec- Caribbean immigrants have been contrib- Mr. MICA. Madam Speaker, the U.S. House tively. On July 1, the cremated remains of nine uting to the well-being of American society of Representatives today passed H.R. 2454, soldiers and one spouse from the Bakersfield since its founding. Alexander Hamilton, the the so-called Cap and Trade bill. I noted in op- and surrounding area will be lowered in uni- First Secretary of the Treasury, was from the position to that measure and offer the fol- son. The casket burial ceremony on July 2 will Caribbean island of St. Kitts. We count among lowing statement. commemorate the life of Iraqi veteran Army our famous sons and daughters, Secretary of Reserve Maj. Jason E. George, a fallen sol- State Colin Powell, Cicely Tyson, W.E.B. The Cap and Tax bill could not come at a dier killed in action. Dubois, James Weldon Johnson, Harry worse time and could be a job killer. The ‘‘A Place of Honor, For Those Who Served Belafonte and Sidney Poitier to name a few. 1,200 page measure will impose a national tax With Honor.’’ These patriotic words to be in- H. Con. Res. 127 recognizes the signifi- on ALL energy and lead to higher energy scribed at Bakersfield’s National Cemetery cance of Caribbean people and their descend- prices for ALL American households, Most demonstrate the overwhelming pride we have ants in the history and culture of the United families cannot afford the estimated $1,400 for our soldiers. Veterans in Kern County and States. Our nation would not be what it is yearly increase in energy costs. With the surrounding areas take comfort in knowing today without these significant contributions of economy struggling, this bill, with its increased their undying pledge and sacrifice to protect the Caribbean people and we should honor expense to industry, will cause additional un- America’s freedom is not forgotten. Having our these accomplishments with the passing of employment by sending jobs overseas where own national shrine allows us to properly this legislation. The contributions of Carib- doing business is cheaper. This bill also fur- honor the fallen soldiers, veterans from gen- bean-Americans are a significant part of the history, progress, and heritage of the United ther expands the role of government by im- erations past, and soldiers who are currently fighting overseas from the Kern County area. States and play an important role in shaping posing new restrictions and requirements on the ethnic and racial diversity of the United everything from light bulbs to water dis- On behalf of our veterans, I hereby express my high admiration and appreciation for all States, which ultimately enriches and strength- pensers. those who are currently serving our nation and ens our nation. As the Republican Leader of the Transpor- commemorate those who have given the ulti- By passing this legislation we continue to tation and Infrastructure Committee, I want to mate sacrifice. Let today’s ceremony be a per- honor the friendship between the United point out that Transportation accounts for 30% petual reminder of honor for all of America’s States and Caribbean countries. We are of greenhouse gas emissions. This legislation men and women of valor. united by our common values and shared his- tory, and we should celebrate the rich Carib- contains significant provisions in the commit- f bean Heritage and the many ways in which tee’s jurisdiction, yet we held no hearings on SUPPORT OF H. CON. RES. 127, Caribbean Americans have helped shape this this massive tax increase, and willingly surren- ‘‘RECOGNIZING THE SIGNIFI- nation. dered our responsibility to consider any CANCE OF NATIONAL CARIB- I urge my colleagues to support this resolu- amendments to try to improve the bill. BEAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE tion to pay tribute to the common culture and According to the Heritage Foundation, by MONTH bonds of friendship that unite the United 2035 this Cap and Trade bill would: reduce States and the Caribbean countries. aggregate gross GDP by $9.4 trillion (or re- HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE f duce Florida gross state product by $28 bil- OF TEXAS TRIBUTE TO JAMES R. KIRBY lion); raise electricity rates 90 percent; raise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gasoline prices by 58 percent; raise residential Friday, June 26, 2009 HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN natural gas prices by 55 percent; and Increase OF MASSACHUSETTS Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Madam inflation-adjusted federal debt by 26 percent, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Speaker, I rise today to express my support of or $28,728 additional federal debt per person. H. Con. Res 127, which recognizes the signifi- Friday, June 26, 2009 For this any significant other reasons I voted cance of National Caribbean-American Herit- Mr. McGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I rise against passage or H.R. 2454. age Month. today to pay tribute to the James R. Kirby

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This onstrates an autonomous undersea sensor for resolving ongoing international political weekend, the James R. Kirby Post 50 will be system, deployable from multiple platforms, to conflicts. Accordingly, we turn to our global re- celebrating its 90th year of service to the com- improve the Navy’s capability to conduct effec- ligious leaders to be the driving force in main- tive anti-submarine warfare and intelligence, munity. taining peace. For the past 90 years, the James R. Kirby surveillance and reconnaissance operations in Legion Post has helped friends and neighbors the littoral environment. DADS enhances the As a Member of Congress from Houston, in Clinton, MA in a variety of ways. Allow me automation and connectivity between sensors, Texas, my district is one of religious diversity. to provide some background on the organiza- operators, and weapons and feeds the net- I represent constituents from all faiths and reli- tion. James R. Kirby, for whom the post is work-centric antisubmarine warfare picture. gious beliefs, and I stand here before you named, was born on July 18th, 1876. He grad- DADS utilizes multiple, cutting edge sensor Madam Speaker to say that as a Representa- uated from Clinton High School and joined the technologies to increase the probability of de- tive of the 18th District of Texas, I am a hu- military soon afterward. He attended the Col- tecting threats and to reduce the false alarm manitarian first and foremost. I believe in cele- lege of the Holy Cross to pursue a career in rate. With a goal to be deployable by any brating our differences in global theology, and medicine. He later attended Baltimore Medical available asset, DADS will serve as an un- in utilizing these differences as the basis of College and began his own practice. Kirby manned, autonomous reporting entity, freeing tolerance as we engage in multilateral inter- was one of the first veterans of World War I surveillance platforms for other missions. This faith dialogue. from Clinton. He signed up for the Draft at the funding will help the Navy in developing a sys- age of 42 and tragically died shortly after on tem small enough to support deployability As a Member of the Foreign Affairs Com- September 29th, 1918 of influenza. In his goals and in the development of compact mittee, I have worked hard to pass legislation memory, the citizens of Clinton chose to name power sources. in the foreign affairs arena which speaks to the new American Legion Post 50 in Kirby’s Requesting Member: Congressman GARY the importance of tolerance and recognizes honor. Over the past 90 years, the current G. MILLER the need for multilateralism. With respect to members of the Legion Post have continued Bill Number: H.R. 2647 Pakistan and Afghanistan, I have worked to to honor and serve veterans. Account: Navy—Research, Development, pass H.R. 2410 and H.R. 1886 which allocate The American Legion Post will celebrate its Test, and Evaluation U.S. support for both Afghanistan and Paki- founding at an event being held on Saturday, Legal Name of Requesting Entity: L–3 stan respectively. In turn, H.R. 2410 and H.R. June 27th, 2009. The goal of this event is to Power Paragon 1886 emphasize the necessity of ongoing mul- honor the contributions of the Legion Post and Address of Requesting Entity: 901 E. Ball tilateral engagement with the U.S. in order to the veterans it has worked hard to represent Road Anaheim, California 92805, forge strong and enduring partnerships with over the past 90 years. The event will also Funding Authorized: $5,000,000 these countries in a united effort to bridge serve as a day of enjoyment for the commu- Description of Request: This project is a de- global security disparity. nity it serves so well. Members of the Legion sign build prototype for a hybrid electric drive Post and their families as well as state and (HED) for the CG 47 Class Cruisers for the In his internationally esteemed doctrine on local representatives will pay tribute to the US Navy. This project contributes to the future nonviolent protest, Mahatma Gandhi so elo- service of this American Legion Post to the of environmentally sound, fuel-efficient propul- quently stated, ‘‘All faiths constitute a revela- community of Clinton over the past 90 years. sion. The Navy believes that this improvement tion of Truth, but all are imperfect and liable to The Legion Post’s passion for serving the would realize a significant savings per year error. Reverence to other faiths need not blind common good of the community through vet- per ship. This HED for surface combatants us to their faults. We must be keenly alive to eran’s advocacy and community involvement such as the CG 47 would significantly reduce the defects of our own faith, and must not continues to demonstrate the service that the fuel costs, increase ship endurance and leave it on that account but try to overcome James R. Kirby Legion Post 50 has provided range, produce less environmental emissions, those defects. Looking at all religions with an for the past 90 years. increase ship survivability through reduce sig- equal eye, we would not only not hesitate but Madam Speaker, I commend this group for natures, and provide increased overall ship would think it our duty to adopt into our faith its dedication to the Town of Clinton and the electric power generation capacity. This instal- every acceptable feature of other faiths.’’ In veteran community. I congratulate the Clinton lation would leverage advances in lighter deference to Gandhi’s wisdom, we must work James R. Kirby Post 50 for its 90 years of weight and more efficient electric propulsion toward our own ‘‘Revelation of Truth,’’ in an service, and I ask my colleagues to join me in technologies that have resulted from the Office international context. Despite the imperfections paying tribute to its unyielding dedication to of Naval Research investments over the last within every world religion, we must turn to our community involvement. several years. religious leaders to set the tone for under- f f standing. We must work in concert to engage EARMARK DECLARATION COMMENDING THE CONGRESS OF in interfaith dialogue to maintain peace and LEADERS OF WORLD AND TRADI- security in the world. HON. GARY G. MILLER TIONAL RELIGIONS FOR CALL- H. Res. 535 applauds the Congress of OF CALIFORNIA ING UPON ALL NATIONS TO LIVE Leaders of World and Traditional Religions for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN PEACE AND MUTUAL UNDER- regularly holding forums that address the need Friday, June 26, 2009 STANDING for religious freedom. Its inclusion of more Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Madam than 26 nations, such as Israel, Egypt, Paki- Speaker, pursuant to the Republican Leader- HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE stan, Saudi Arabia, Libya, Armenia, South ship standards on earmarks, I am submitting OF TEXAS Korea, China, India, and the United States as the following information regarding earmarks I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES its representatives is to be commended. The received as part of the FY 2010 Defense Au- Friday, June 26, 2009 third Congress will be held in Astana, thorization Bill. Kazakhstan, July 1–2, 2009, and I would like Requesting Member: Congressman GARY Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of H. Res. to recognize Kazakhstan for having been se- G. MILLER lected by the Secretariat to host the second Bill Number: H.R. 2647 535, to commend the Congress of Leaders of Account: Navy—Research, Development, World and Traditional Religions for their call to and third Congress. As we move forward to Test, and Evaluation action for the nations of our world to work to- promote freedom of religion and engage in Legal Name of Requesting Entity: General ward peace and mutual understanding. Estab- interfaith dialogue as the foundation to global Dynamics lished in 2003, the Congress of Leaders of security, we turn to the Congress of Leaders Address of Requesting Entity: 180 North World and Traditional Religions is comprised of World and Traditional Religions to guide us Riverview Drive, Suite 300, Anaheim Hills, of our world’s major religions, including Bud- in multilateral reform. I urge passage of this California 92808 dhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, important resolution.

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In addition to the the roles of racial and ethnic minority policy- Friday, June 26, 2009 health care reform debate, H.R. 1211 ‘‘Wom- makers in developing and supporting policies Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise en’s Veterans Health Care Improvement Act’’ and initiatives to address racism, discrimina- today in honor and recognition of Ken Warren, will be an essential piece to the health care tion, and inequality. on the occasion of his retirement as director of reform bill. The event was hosted and organized by the Lakewood Library after 25 years of dedi- As the 111th Congress and 44th President myself, Harlem Desir, Member of the Euro- cated service to our community. In his capac- of the United States undergo swift actions to pean Parliament; Joe Frans, President of the ity as director of the Lakewood Library, Ken reform our health care system it’s important United Nations Working Group of Experts on worked to promote and develop innovative we get reform right! It will be a long-term prob- People of African Descent and a former Swed- projects and programs hosted at the Lake- lem if we don’t implement the right kind of ish Parliamentarian; Claude Moraes, Member wood Library and throughout the Lakewood change now, which needs to include all Ameri- of the European Parliament and President of community. cans of every race, every gender, and in every the European Parliament All Party Group on Ken Warren has maintained an enthusiasm condition. Without comprehensive reform, our Anti-Racism and Diversity; and Glyn Ford, for books and the power of the written word government will have failed to serve our peo- former Member of the European Parliament. since his childhood. His interest in community ple in a time when the people elected for Participants included Parliamentarians, Con- issues began when he was a teen, as editor change. gressional representatives, local and nationally of an underground paper at his parochial high This legislation will expand and improve elected officials, academics, representatives school. He is founding member of the Lake- health care services available to women vet- from European and international institutions, wood Observer and has made the publication erans, especially those serving in Operation civil society, the private sector, and media a critical instrument of exchange of ideas and Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Free- from Black and other minority backgrounds. opinions on important civic and community dom. Women Veterans Health Care Improve- During the Summit we exchanged informa- issues. ment Act requires the Secretary of Veterans tion and best practices on addressing struc- During his tenure as director, the Lakewood Affairs to: (1) study barriers encountered by tural barriers that impact minority political par- Library underwent major expansions and im- women veterans to the provision by the De- ticipation, including implementing initiatives provements, including the complete interior partment of Veterans Affairs (VA) of com- that address racism and discrimination. and exterior renovation of the main library prehensive health care; (2) assess all health Like in the United States, it was noted that building, the development of a new technology care services and programs provided by the despite the numerous contributions of minori- center, public auditorium, a children’s wing, VA for women veterans; (3) provide graduate ties to European society, minorities still face and an inspiring display of murals that grace education, training and certification for mental the daily challenges of racism and discrimina- the walls throughout the facility. Ken has con- health professionals who provide counseling, tion. This includes being the targets of violent sistently reached out to the citizens, agencies care, and services to women veterans suf- hate crimes, many of which in recent years and community leaders of Lakewood creating fering from sexual trauma and post-traumatic have resulted in death. Existing inequalities in strong working relationships and friendships stress disorder (PTSD); and (4) carry out a education, housing, and employment remain a throughout the city. His legacy is highlighted pilot program of child care for certain women problem and racial profiling is often a norm. by his unwavering advocacy and innovation in veterans receiving health care from VA facili- Obstacles for addressing these problems, in- promoting and implementing literacy and ties. clude the lack of minorities in leadership posi- learning programs, connecting the library to For 19 out of the past 22 fiscal years, ap- tions and the rise of racist and xenophobic po- the public schools. propriated funds for medical care were not litical parties seeking to implement non-inclu- Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join provided to the Department of Veterans Affairs sive policies. me in honor and recognition of Ken Warren, before the commencement of its new fiscal Summit participants committed to address- whose tenure at the Lakewood Library is year, causing the Department great challenges ing these issues by adopting the Brussels framed by integrity, kindness, love for learning, in planning and managing care for enrolled Declaration, which calls for: (1) concrete ac- passion for the written word, and above all, an veterans. tion to assist ethnic and racial minorities in ob- unbridled commitment to the betterment of the By providing the access and care for taining full access to participation in the polit- entire Lakewood community. women in the military, we will meet the vital ical sphere and relevant areas of decision f obligation to provide health care to all vet- making, especially in the development and im- erans. Congress must take action in ensuring plementation of policy initiatives to address ra- WOMEN VETERANS HEALTH CARE our veterans who return home sick, injured, or cial and ethnic discrimination and inequality; IMPROVEMENT ACT even healthy will receive the quality health and (2) to support future opportunities to ex- care they deserve. As acts in an unprece- change and share perspectives in these areas SPEECH OF dented time, I urge my colleagues to set aside through a sustained transatlantic dialogue. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE the bickering and come together on a united As I continue to work on these initiatives, I OF TEXAS front to ensure all of our citizen’s happiness in urge my colleagues to join me in supporting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a quality health care system. Only then can this Resolution Recognizing both the Black European Summit and Brussels Declaration Tuesday, June 23, 2009 we live out the true meaning of our country, democracy. and encourage them to review the statements Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, f and submissions from the Helsinki Commis- I rise today in strong support of H.R. 1211, sion’s Black Europe and Racism in the 21st ‘‘Women Veterans Health Care Improvement RECOGNIZING BLACK EUROPEAN Century Hearings at www.csce.gov and re- Act.’’ I would like to thank my colleague, Con- SUMMIT: TRANSATLANTIC DIA- cently introduced Resolution on Black Euro- gresswoman HERSETH SANDLIN, for introducing LOGUE ON POLITICAL INCLUSION peans. Additionally, I would like to submit the this bill, and providing leadership on this im- following background materials on the Brus- portant issue. HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS sels Declaration and Black Europeans for the In the wake of the recent Democratic Presi- OF FLORIDA official record. dential victory, we witnessed an historic time IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BLACK EUROPEAN SUMMIT—TRANSATLANTIC in our electoral system. Now is the time to ad- DIALOGUE ON POLITICAL INCLUSION Friday, June 26, 2009 dress the major ongoing disparities that exist BRUSSELS DECLARATION for our minority and women. Secretary of Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, Preamble State Hillary Rodham Clinton once said, I rise today to introduce a resolution recog- We, as members of the public, private, and ‘‘There cannot be true democracy unless nizing the first ‘‘Black European Summit: voluntary sectors from Europe and the women’s voices are heard. There cannot be Transatlantic Dialogue on Political Inclusion’’ United States of America convening in Brus- true democracy unless women are given the and ensuing Brussels Declaration. sels, Belgium from the 15 to 16 of April for

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES verse societies; Friday, June 26, 2009 We reaffirm the principles of equal rights I was very pleased to have the opportunity and self-determination of peoples and recall- to work on these initiatives with my Euro- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Madam ing that all individuals are born equal in dig- pean colleagues,’’ said U.S. Congressman and Speaker, thank you for letting me stand before Helsinki Commission Co-Chairman Alcee L. nity and rights; you today in order to mourn a great American We remain concerned that the political and Hastings (D–FL). ‘‘Whether speaking about voting and civil rights, increasing minority icon, Farrah Fawcett. She died today, Thurs- legal systems in some of our societies do not day, June 25, 2009, shortly before 9:30 a.m. reflect the racial and ethnic diversity within elected officials and diversity in policy staff, our societies, which then contributes to the or responding to discriminatory policies, we after battling cancer. She was 62. continuation of racism and discrimination; have common issues. While I have been able I would also like to express and send my We recognize that the full access of racial to share the many successes we have had in condolences to her family and friends. I know and ethnic minorities to participate in the the United States in terms of minority polit- the actress fought a very public battle with political sphere and relevant areas of deci- ical participation, most recently evidenced cancer and I am proud to say that this beau- sion making at the levels of national, re- by President Obama, one need only look at tiful, talented and courageous woman was an gional, and locally elected government ap- the lack of diversity in the U.S. Senate and American legend, icon and a TEXAN. propriate to each nation is critical to com- staff in Congressional offices and many gov- Mary Farrah Leni Fawcett was born on Feb. bating racism and inequality and ensuring ernment agencies to know that we can be 2, 1947, in Corpus Christi, Texas. Her father, our democratic societies; doing more. It is one reason I fully support We therefore note the need for concrete this transatlantic declaration.’’ James William Fawcett, was an oil pipefitter strategies to: increase the representation who later founded a pipeline construction com- ‘‘Despite the global significance of Presi- and influence of racial and ethnic minority pany and a custodial service. She enrolled at dent Obama’s historic election, the reality is policymakers; jointly seek solutions to ra- that our elected leadership does not reflect the University of Texas in Austin, where she cial and ethnic minorities increased partici- the diversity of origins of people in our na- initially planned to study microbiology but later pation in decision-making in the develop- tions’’ said Summit co-organizer Harlem switched her major to art. ment and implementation of policy initia- Desir, Member of the European Parliament Farrah Fawcett is a true Hollywood success tives to address discrimination and inequal- (MEP). ‘‘This has contributed to a lack of in- story. Winning a campus beauty contest got ity; and support opportunities to exchange clusion of minorities in the planning and im- and share perspectives in these areas her noticed by an agent, who encouraged her through the continuance of a transatlantic plementation of the very policies that im- to pursue acting. After graduating, she moved dialogue to realize these goals. pact us. Despite some successes, the overall to Los Angeles and her healthy style and We today resolve that we will endeavor to results of recent elections are simply further beauty was immediately noticed. She quickly enact initiatives to eradicate racial and eth- evidence that we must do more to ensure the got roles in various television commercials and nic discrimination through: representation of the diversity of our soci- ety.’’ also made appearances in some TV series. Continuing a transatlantic dialogue that: Eventually, she came to the attention of the includes cultural exchanges between Amer- ‘‘In Britain we had never elected fascists in highly successful producer Aaron Spelling, ican and European racial and ethnic minor- a national election until now. Whilst in the who was impressed by her beauty and viva- ity groups, including youth; focuses on the past there have been far-right MEPs from development of opportunities for racial and other countries, such as France, this election cious personality which won her a role in the ethnic minority political leadership and par- saw new groups gaining seats across Europe, TV series ‘‘Charlie’s Angels’’ (1976). She ticipation in the policymaking process; and and thus a worrying threshold has been played a private investigator who worked for a fosters the exchange of information on best crossed,’’ said Summit co-organizer and wealthy and mysterious businessman, along practices to implement and enforce anti- President of the European Parliament All with two other glamorous female detectives. discrimination measures and achieve racial Party Group on Anti-Racism and Diversity, The show immediately became the most pop- equality; Claude Moraes MEP. ‘‘We will have to tackle ular series on television, earning record rat- Joining forces over the coming months to the pernicious growth of far-right racist par- develop common goals and objectives in each ings and a huge audience. All three actresses ties head-on, at both the grass-roots and par- became very popular, but Farrah became by of our decision-making bodies to recognize liamentary levels, and an integral part of Europe’s Black and racial and ethnic minor- this lies in encouraging the full inclusion of far the best known. ity populations for their historical and minorities in the political process.’’ She was America’s sweetheart, and found present-day contributions and acknowledge herself on every celebrity magazine and pur- past injustices; U.S. Helsinki Commissioner Congressman sued by photographers and fans. While she Promoting racial and ethnic minority par- G.K. Butterfield (D–NC), a former Judge known for his work supporting voting rights, enjoyed the success and got along well with ticipation at all levels of national, regional, her co-stars (both of whom were also of and local government through the education who participated in the Summit, added, ‘‘it of civil and political rights, including the is clear by the outcome of the European elec- Southern origin), she found the material light- legislative process and advocacy of legisla- tions that too few people are taking part in weight. Also, the long hours she worked were tive issues relevant to racial and ethnic mi- the political process at a potentially great beginning to take a toll on her marriage so the nority communities, development of tar- risk to democracy. As I have learned from following year, when the show was at its peak, geted professional development and hiring my work in the U.S., it is critical to remedy she left to pursue a movie career. strategies, increased youth and community this situation rather than preserve a status September 2006, Fawcett, who at 59 still outreach, and self-organization and other quo that repeatedly elects lawmakers who do maintained a strict regimen of tennis and not represent the diverse interests of the empowerment initiatives; paddleball, began to feel strangely exhausted. Reaffirming our continued cooperation and population.’’ commitment to work with our governments, She underwent two weeks of tests and was ‘‘These concerns for minority representa- told the devastating news: She had anal can- international institutions, civil society, pri- tion are exactly why we adopted the Brussels cer. Farrah fought a long, difficult brave battle vate sector, and other partners to improve Declaration,’’ said Summit co-organizer Joe institutions so that they are fully Frans, Vice President of the United Nations against the cancer for three years and we participatory and reflect the democratic Working Group on Experts of People of Afri- must admire her determination and strength principles of equality, justice, and celebra- can Descent. ‘‘The declaration calls for the through it all. According to the American Can- tion of the strengths of our countries’ diver- full and equal participation of non-White cer Society, an estimated 5,290 Americans, sity. citizens of Europe with African, migrant, most of them adults over 35, will be diagnosed AS EUROPE VEERS RIGHT, MINORITY and other backgrounds in our countries’ de- with that type of cancer this year, and there PARLIAMENTARIANS COUNTER mocracies. With more racist, xenophobic, will be 710 deaths. She was able to give many WASHINGTON—With far-right and anti-im- and anti-Muslim parties making political people hope for a cure while documenting her gains, immigration and anti-discrimination migrant parties making worrying advances own personal battle, so we must continue to in recent elections across Europe, minority policies are going to be further scrutinized, lawmakers and leaders called today for the which will impact how persons of different search for a cure for this abhorrent disease political process to be more inclusive of mi- races, ethnicities, and religions, are viewed that is cancer. norities. and treated. Implementation of the Brussels I would just like to leave her friends and Following April’s ‘‘Black European Sum- declaration in this current climate is of the family and all Americans who have lost a mit: Transatlantic Dialogue on Political In- utmost importance.’’ loved one with this poem by Henry Van Dyke:

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GONE FROM MY SIGHT where the sea and sky come to mingle And, she is just as able to bear her load of (By Henry Van Dyke) with each other. living freight to her destined port. I am standing upon the seashore. A ship, at Then, someone at my side says, ‘‘There, she Her diminished size is in me—not in her. my side, spreads her white sails to the is gone’’ And, just at the moment when someone says, moving breeze and starts for the blue Gone where? ‘‘There, she is gone,’’ there are other ocean. She is an object of beauty and eyes watching her coming, and other Gone from my sight. That is all. She is just voices ready to take up the glad shout, strength. as large in mast, hull and spar as she I stand and watch her until, at length, she ‘‘Here she comes!’’ was when she left my side. hangs like a speck of white cloud just And that is dying. . .

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