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IN MEMORY OF BRIAN O’NEILL Another highlight of Brian’s lifetime of access to credit, provide training on contract pro- complishment was returning Crissy Field from curement and green entrepreneurship and HON. NANCY PELOSI the barren, broken asphalt of a former World offer additional guidance to veteran-owned OF CALIFORNIA War II airstrip to the historic wetlands and ver- small businesses veterans looking to start IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dant marsh along the Presidio’s window to the their own businesses upon returning home Thursday, May 21, 2009 Bay. Crissy Field was one of the first attempts from service. This legislation will play a critical to restore historic wetlands along San Fran- role in putting Americans back to work and Ms. PELOSI. Madam Speaker, I rise today cisco Bay, and the first effort ever in San helping established small businesses grow to pay tribute to the life of one of the grand Francisco. Brian worked with Toby Rosenblatt, during these tough economic times. pioneers of the National Park Service, Brian the Haas family and many others to bring the I represent South Florida, which has 1.1 mil- O’Neill. resources, talent and energy together in a lion small businesses—one of the highest con- Brian was a passionate and dedicated advo- great success that provides public recreation centrations of small businesses in the country. cate for our National Parks. He served as a and environmental restoration. Today, Crissy Unfortunately, in 2008, SBA loans in South magnificent steward of our beloved treasure, Field serves as an example of the important Florida fell approximately 40 percent—10 per- the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. cent higher the national average. I’ve met with The Golden Gate National Recreation Area alliance that can be developed between local countless small business owners in my district (GGNRA) encompasses 76,000 acres of land and federal partners for the benefit of the and 50 miles of shoreline within Marin, San community and for the entire National Parks who, despite strong credit and responsible Francisco and San Mateo Counties, and in- system. lending histories cannot access credit at a rea- cludes world-famous sites such as Alcatraz Is- Brian provided leadership for the Bay Area sonable rate. These new and enhanced entre- land, Muir Woods and the Presidio of San Ridge Trail Council, the Bay Area Open Space preneurial development programs will serve as Francisco. It is the most visited unit of our Na- Council, the Association for the Central Cali- a lifeline for small business owners in my tional Park System, receiving more than 20 fornia Biosphere Reserve, the San Francisco home state of Florida, and throughout the million visitors annually, and is one of the larg- Planning and Urban Research Association, the country. By providing one-on-one counseling, est urban National Parks in the world. Headlands Institute, the Rails-to-Trails Conser- continued guidance and support for potential Brian O’Neill’s leadership in our National vancy’s California Advisory Council, the Gulf entrepreneurs and struggling small business Parks spanned more than 28 years. As Gen- of the Farallones National Marine Sanctuary owners, we can help our small business com- eral Superintendent of the GGNRA, Brian met Advisory Council and the Save-the-Bay Asso- munity weather these tough economic times, the challenge of leadership in every measure. ciation Advisory Council. He was a key advi- increase sales and get our economy back on His enthusiasm soared to the heights of the sor to the Department of the Interior on part- track. giant redwoods of Muir Woods, his spirit of nership matters. I urge my colleagues to support this impor- partnership spanned the Golden Gateway As Phillip Burton, a goliath of our National tant legislation, from Fort Point to Fort Baker, and his vision Parks, stated when he created the law pre- f serving GGNRA and the Presidio, ‘‘Even in a saw to the Farallone Islands and beyond. TRIBUTE TO SAINT JOHN’S BAP- remote setting, the features of this park would On a daily basis, Brian inspired a staff of TIST CHURCH ON ITS 100TH AN- be outstanding.’’ In furtherance of Phillip Bur- 425 employees, a volunteer force of over NIVERSARY 20,000 and more than 30 major facility and ton’s vision, Brian O’Neill’s enduring legacy is program partners. Under his leadership, an outstanding National Park that is sustain- GGNRA has developed park operational part- able, and accessible for all to enjoy, and is a HON. DONALD M. PAYNE OF NEW JERSEY nerships that have served as national and great source of pride to all of us. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES international models. My colleagues in Congress and I are deeply Brian was a prominent figure in the saddened by his passing, and are grateful for Thursday, May 21, 2009 transitioning of the Presidio of San Francisco the legacy of natural beauty and cultural herit- Mr. PAYNE. Madam Speaker, I ask my col- from a military installation to a National Park. age he has left for future generations to enjoy. leagues here in the House of Representatives For more than two centuries, the Presidio We will miss his enthusiasm, his spirit and his to join me as I rise to acknowledge the St. stood as the Sentinel of the Golden Gate. vision. I hope it is of comfort to his wife Marti, John’s Baptist Church of Scotch Plains, New Today, thanks to a strong public-private part- and his children Kim and Brent, that so many Jersey on the celebration of its centennial an- nership, the Presidio has been transformed of us share in their loss. niversary. Established in 1909, St. John’s has into a National Park like no other, and as a f continuously served the needs of its congrega- place of peaceful reflection and recreation for JOB CREATION THROUGH tion and the community. all people. The transformation of the Presidio ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACT OF 2009 Throughout the illustrious history of St. from Post to Park has been exciting in its in- John’s Baptist Church, effective leadership novation, and is due in large part to Brian’s SPEECH OF has been at the core of all the accomplish- leadership. ments the church has had. Beginning with For more than a century, Fort Baker played HON. RON KLEIN Pastor Parson and continuing with Pastors a key role in the defense of San Francisco OF FLORIDA Gatewell, Hamlett, Sweeney, Glover and the Bay. Today, thanks to the leadership and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES current pastor, Rev. Dr. Kelmo Curtis Porter, commitment of Brian, Congresswoman LYNN Wednesday, May 20, 2009 Jr. St. John’s has made many physical en- WOOLSEY and many others, Fort Baker offers The House in Committee of the Whole hancements over the years. In addition to its a world-class retreat and conference center, a House on the State of the Union had under leadership, the success of all of St. John’s ini- hands-on children’s museum and learning consideration of the bill (H.R. 2352) to amend tiatives can be attributed to the faith, hope, center, and the Institute at the Golden Gate the Small Business Act, and for other pur- commitment and prayers of the loving mem- dedicated to dialog and action on global envi- poses: bership that fill the pews of this landmark facil- ronmental issues. Ft. Baker’s post-to-park Mr. KLEIN of Florida. Mr. Chair, I rise in ity. In fact, many of St. John’s congregants transition was truly a collaborative effort that strong support of H.R. 2352, the Job Creation have been members of the church all of their brought together the entire community—a hall- through Entrepreneurship Act of 2009. This lives and some are second or third generation mark of Brian O’Neill’s leadership. Moving for- legislation comes at a critical time, as small members. Clearly, this degree of devotion is ward, Ft. Baker will play a key role in advanc- businesses across the country are struggling representative of the marvelous ministries taking the cause of both local and global environ- to access credit and make payroll. ing place within the church. mental stewardship and preserving our planet This legislation will create new small busi- A Gala being held on May 17, 2009 at for our children and the future. ness development programs to increase ac- Pines Manor in Edison, New Jersey in honor

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VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1226 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 of this important milestone will feature a vari- Club has sought to increase inclusive civic tered the competition. Over six months, they ety of distinguished supporters, ministers and participation, promote transparent, open gov- worked with their company team of WEB In- friends. The theme of the centennial, ‘‘100 ernment, and support the merit-based selec- dustries Hartford, Inc., manufacturer of film Years Working for the Lord’’ celebrates the tion of judges. Its leaders reflect the best products, to design, create, test, and market a story of a church deeply rooted in faith and ideals of the Club and have devoted their vol- product using the company’s technology. Christian values. Those values include integ- unteer efforts to supporting the Club’s proud They won for their product, the ‘‘Eagle Air,’’ rity, caring and preaching the word of God. St. mantle of reform. a filter screen that uses three layers of plastic John’s is blessed to have a membership that Among those being honored are Ann screening to filter out the smallest particles of is proud of its roots, passionate about its Pinciss Berman, Joanne Bing, Jonathan L. pollen in the air. The device is translucent and present and hopeful for its future. Bing, John Bradley, William Bryk, Reita Cash, can be adjusted to fit any window. Their pres- Madam Speaker, I know my colleagues David L. Cohen, Pat Falk, Conrad Foa, Neil V. entation included a PowerPoint, prototype agree that St. John’s Baptist Church and the Getnick, Brenda Goodman, Zachary R. models, a video commercial, and a detailed surrounding community have every right to be Greenhill, Roger Grimble, Paul Hellegers, book describing their process. pleased with the lasting contributions the Russell Hemenway, Nikki Henkin, Bernard E. The students won both the ‘‘People’s church has made to the residents of Scotch Jacob, Barbara Kloberdanz, Richard Lane, Choice Award’’ and the ‘‘Judges’ Award.’’ The Plains. I am pleased to congratulate St. John’s Heather K. Leifer, Robert J. Levinsohn, An- People’s Choice Award was determined by the on its first 100 years. drew Lowenthal, Robin Marsico, Trudy L. vote of the audience and the Judges’ Award f Mason, Gail Melhado, John K. Mills, Jane was determined by a team of three judges Lowe Parshall, Peter Philip, Robert Plautz, chosen for their expertise in engineering, de- HONORING TRUSTEE JOSEPH Warrie Price, Joanne Pugh, Lawrence M. sign, and marketing. Team members included DEVLIN Rosenstock, Marjorie Sachs, H. Richard Andrew Conkey, Abigail Corcoran, Victoria Schumacher, Felice Shea, Diane Staab, Mi- LaMonda, Sara Rondeau, Cameron Fisher, HON. PETER J. ROSKAM chael Stolzer, Alexander M. Tisch, David Elana Shong, Holley DeParasis, Nicole Carl- OF ILLINOIS Tyson and Roger Waldman. Many of these in- son, and Justin Fortier. The group leaders IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dividuals went on to win political office, to be were Kathy Burr and Laura Burke. The team Thursday, May 21, 2009 elected as judges or to take on other roles in MVP was Nicole Carlson. The Department of Commerce, Quinebaug Valley Plastics Insti- Mr. ROSKAM. Madam Speaker, I rise today public service. All of them care deeply about tute, and the QVCC College Career Pathways to honor Joseph Devlin for his forty years of the community and have worked to make New Program supported the event to promote devoted service to the Village of Roselle. After York City a better place to live. workforce development. his long service to the Village, he has an- Throughout its storied, sixty-year existence, Madam Speaker, I am proud and pleased to nounced that he plans to retire. the Lexington Democratic Club of New York honor these nine students and their team Joe’s first experience in elected office was City has proudly carried the banner of reform leaders for their innovative creation, sound in 1969, when he was elected Village Trustee. and good government. It is fitting that, as the business practices, and teamwork. These stu- He served as Mayor from 1973–1981, and Club celebrates the conclusion of its sixth dec- dents have a bright future and signal that then returned to his post as Trustee from 1981 ade, its members honor those civic and polit- eastern Connecticut is a place for research, to 2009. ical leaders who were inspired by its noble Through the years, Joe has been an insight- ideals and who worked with such dedication technology, and product development. I also ful observer, keen in his understanding of the and energy to effect them. commend the efforts of the sponsors of the long-term challenges facing the Village. Madam Speaker, I ask that my distinguished Annual Plastics Expo in building partnerships Throughout his career, he has tackled chal- colleagues join me recognizing the significant between students and local businesses, and in lenges with deft skill, deep understanding, and contributions to our civic and political life made promoting excellence in trade and technology. strong personal integrity. by the 2009 honorees of the Lexington Demo- I ask my colleagues to join with me and my While Roselle has gone through many cratic Club of New York City. constituents in recognizing these contributions. changes over the years, one thing has re- f f mained the same. Trustee Devlin has kept a PERSONAL EXPLANATION HONORING COACH EDWARD steady hand to the wheel, working tirelessly STANLEY TEMPLE for the benefit of his community. Joseph Devlin has been an advocate for the HON. XAVIER BECERRA people of Roselle since his very first days in OF CALIFORNIA HON. JIM COOPER office. He has affected countless lives, and left IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TENNESSEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an indelible impression on Roselle and its resi- Thursday, May 21, 2009 dents. Thursday, May 21, 2009 Madam Speaker and Distinguished Col- Mr. BECERRA. Madam Speaker, I was un- Mr. COOPER. Madam Speaker, I rise today leagues, Joseph Devlin is a remarkable man avoidably detained yesterday and missed roll- to pay tribute to Edward Stanley Temple, a who has dedicated his life to serving the peo- call vote 279. If present, I would have voted man whose dedication to coaching track and ple of Roselle. Please join me in honoring him ‘‘yea.’’ field has earned him recognition as Ten- for his extraordinary career. f nessee’s most honored and accomplished f IN HONOR OF STUDENTS OF HAR- track and field coach. IN RECOGNITION OF THE HON- VARD ELLIS TECHNICAL HIGH Born September 20, 1927 in Harrisburg, OREES OF THE LEXINGTON SCHOOL Pennsylvania, Coach Temple was himself an DEMOCRATIC CLUB all-state athlete in track, football and basket- HON. JOE COURTNEY ball. Temple graduated from Tennessee State HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY OF CONNECTICUT University (TSU) in Nashville, Tennessee, earning both Bachelor of Science and Master OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Science degrees. For forty-four years, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 21, 2009 served as the head women’s track coach at Thursday, May 21, 2009 Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, I rise TSU and taught sociology. Mrs. MALONEY. Madam Speaker, I rise to today to recognize the gifted students of my During the 1950s and 1960s, Coach Tem- pay tribute to the honorees of the Lexington district from the Harvard Ellis Technical High ple’s ‘‘Tigerbelles’’ dominated the sport of Democratic Club’s Annual Dinner and its 60th School of Danielson, Connecticut. On May 15, track and field, earning a total of 23 Olympic Anniversary celebration. At its 60th Anniver- 2009, the students won awards at the 6th An- medals, 13 of them gold. Coach Temple’s sary celebration at the Yale Club in Manhat- nual Plastics Expo held at Quinebaug Valley Tigerbelles won their first medal in the 1952 tan, the Lexington Democratic Club is hon- Community College, QVCC, in Danielson, Olympic Games when fifteen-year-old Barbara oring its living former Presidents, State Com- Connecticut. The expo paired teams of stu- Jones Slater became the youngest woman to mittee Members, and District Leaders. dents from six area high schools with rep- win an Olympic gold medal in track and field. As the first political club dedicated to reform resentatives from local plastics companies. One of the most notable Tigerbelles, Wilma in New York City, the Lexington Democratic This is the second time that Ellis THS has en- Rudolph, became the first female athlete to

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His commitment to his coaching ability, Coach Temple was also a are members of minority groups in no small Silicon Valley is lifelong—Mike was born and strong proponent of education and to his cred- part thanks to his leadership. Ed Malloy also raised in Silicon Valley and has chosen to it, thirty-nine of the Tigerbelle Olympians grad- helped launch ‘‘Helmets to Hardhats,’’ a na- make his home there with his wife Elaine and uated from college with one or more degrees. tional program that fast-tracks veterans of the their two children, Brendan and Megan. As we Coach Temple continues to contribute to the armed forces into promising careers in the in- celebrate Mike Curran’s retirement from NOVA greater Nashville community as an active dustry. workforce board, I cannot help but be sad- member of the YMCA, Omega Psi Phi Frater- Mr. Malloy’s leadership was an integral ele- dened by it. However, I am certain that this is nity, Inc., Nashville Sports Authority, New ment in forging the historic Project Pathways not the end of Mike’s service to Silicon Valley Hope Academy and Clark Memorial United agreement, which directs talented high school or his commitment to making a difference in Methodist Church. students toward vocational careers through a the day-to-day lives of the people in our com- On Tuesday, May 26, 2009, Coach Temple symbiotic partnership of New York City public munity. will be honored for his lifetime of achieve- education and the apprenticeship system of f ments at an event in Nashville, Tennessee the Building and Construction Trades. This in- named ‘‘The Man, The Memory, The Mission.’’ novative collaboration brings essential oppor- A PROCLAMATION HONORING SPC Today, I join the citizens of my district in tunities to new generations of American work- LESTER M. DANLEY FOR RE- honoring Coach Edward Temple and his in- ers. Through Ed Malloy’s leadership, partici- CEIVING THE BRONZE STAR spiring legacy that lives on in Nashville and pating unions have thus far invested $4 million MEDAL WITH ‘‘V’’ DEVICE CITA- throughout the world. of post-secondary scholarship funds to the TION FOR HEROISM f Project Pathways program. In today’s era of global competition and financial uncertainty, HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE IN TRIBUTE TO EDWARD J. Mr. Malloy has remained devoted to providing OF OHIO MALLOY young people with the skills they need to flour- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ish in meaningful jobs at good wages. Thursday, May 21, 2009 HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Mr. Malloy has devoted himself in service to OF NEW YORK the community and to his beloved family. A Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES past recipient of the Ellis Island Medal and Whereas, SPC Danley was assigned as a machine gunner with Company D, 1st Bat- Thursday, May 21, 2009 Grand Marshal of the New York City St. Pat- rick’s Day Parade, he has also served as a talion (Mechanized), 50th Infantry; and Mrs. MALONEY. Madam Speaker, I rise to Member of the Board of Directors of the Lower Whereas, SPC Danley was involved in a pay tribute to Ed Malloy, an extraordinary man Manhattan Development Corporation, New combat mission near Bong Song, Vietnam on who has served with distinction as President York State Blue Cross/Blue Shield, the Police December 10, 1967; and of the New York State and New York City Athletic League, and as Chairman of the Na- Whereas, SPC Danley repeatedly exposed Building & Construction Trades Councils, rep- tional Museum of Catholic Art and History, himself to enemy fire in order to give his fellow resenting more than 200,000 working men and among many other well-known and well-re- soldiers time to evacuate their wounded com- women across the great Empire State. Mr. spected institutions. He has been a family rades; and Malloy has also served as Vice President of man throughout his life, devoted to his wife, Whereas, SPC Danley went so far as to the New York State AFL-CIO, as an Executive Marilyn, his two daughters, Theresa and Anne, move his vehicle directly into the line of Board Member of the New York City Central and his seven grandchildren. enemy fire in order to protect another disabled Labor Council, and as a member of the Board Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues armored personnel carrier; and of Directors of the New York Building Con- join me in honoring Ed Malloy, a great Amer- Whereas, SPC Danley was able to inflict nu- gress. ican whose life’s work has improved the lives merous enemy casualties during the facilita- Prior to his leadership of the Building and and working conditions of countless individ- tion of his comrades’ evacuation with no re- Construction Trades in New York, Mr. Malloy uals. gard to his own personal safety; now, there- served as the chief executive officer of the En- f fore, be it terprise Association of Steamfitters Local Resolved, that along with his friends, family, Union 638. A proud veteran of the United IN HONOR OF MIKE CURRAN and the residents of the 18th Congressional States Army, he graduated with a Bachelor of District, I congratulate SPC Lester M. Danley Science degree from the State University of HON. ZOE LOFGREN on winning the Bronze Star with ‘‘V’’ Device New York—Empire State College, and earned OF CALIFORNIA for heroism and gallant action. We recognize a certificate in Labor Studies from Cornell Uni- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the incredible determination, loyalty, courage, versity’s New York School of Industrial Rela- and valor he displayed for his comrades on Thursday, May 21, 2009 tions. that day in December 1967, and all the days As President of the Building and Construc- Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Madam of his service to the United States Army. tion Trades since 1992, Mr. Malloy dedicated Speaker, I rise today in honor of a talented f himself to fighting for union members across and dedicated public servant, Mike Curran. New York State. Working with private sector For the past twenty-three years Mike has been A TRIBUTE TO J. PAUL RUSSELL leaders and government officials alike, Mr. the director of the NOVA workforce board. Malloy justly developed a reputation for being NOVA is a nonprofit, federally funded employ- HON. LARRY KISSELL a fierce advocate for working men and women ment and training agency that provides cus- OF NORTH CAROLINA who always kept labor movement’s critical tomer-focused workforce development serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mission at the forefront, but also never hesi- ices in cooperation with the local community of tated to reach out to management in a spirit business owners and educators in Silicon Val- Thursday, May 21, 2009 of mutual respect and cooperation. Under his ley. NOVA was founded twenty-five years ago Mr. KISSELL. Madam Speaker there was a tenure, important new infrastructure and real and Mike has been the director for all but two time in our communities across the Eighth Dis- estate projects were launched and completed of those years. Under his leadership, NOVA trict that in addition to our own family and our and countless new jobs were created, all with- has received international recognition for its church family, many of us were also part of in a framework of fairness and justice for the ability to design, develop, and deploy cutting the same work family. We marked time by the laborers he represented. Particularly note- edge operations that meet the unique talent whistle blowing to change shifts and met our worthy have been Ed Malloy’s successes in development needs of Silicon Valley. It goes friends at the gate as we were coming and negotiating agreements between unions and without saying that it is Mike’s leadership and going. Even if you worked for a different mill their employers that have saved millions in vision that has made this possible. He has than others we all shared a common experi- taxpayer dollars. been described as ‘‘a premier example of the ence. After 27 years in the textile industry, I

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Sadly, due to circumstances be- gomery County has lost a true legend and one Angeles school system. yond their control, foster children are uprooted of its most impassioned leaders. Upon graduating from Occidental College, from their homes and represent the one of Mr. Russell had a personal interest in all his Professor Dirks got an invitation from R. Sar- largest constituencies of displaced people in employees. He treated all people with respect. gent Shriver, the Director of the Peace Corps the United States. In fact, numerous studies He knew the names of their children and to join ‘‘Ghana One’’ and teach in the very first show the increased difficulties foster children grandchildren. I worked closely with his son Peace Corps group. During this time, he built must overcome, especially the lack of support Charles during my time at the mill, and two schools in Ghana and helped build the for foster care youth as they transition to Charles treated people the same way. It is first public library in Liberia. He also set up adulthood and independence. why people chose to work at the Mills for 20 community development training programs for the Peace Corps in Puerto Rico and helped Child welfare services have a shared goal to or 30 years. find safe, stable, and loving homes for these It was this type of determination and com- build flood control dams in Kenya. This experience led to his lifelong mission of rebuilding young people. Unfortunately, this dream is not mitment that helped our communities prosper, always realized. Last year, Congress passed and that we miss so much now that so much and working in the Los Angeles education community’s areas of need. and the President signed the Fostering Con- of the textile industry is gone. nections to Success Act. This legislation was Mr. Russell was part of the ‘‘Greatest Gen- By joining the community college district, and becoming the Faculty Guild President, an important step in improving the nation’s eration’’ and he had that entrepreneurial spirit. child welfare system, but more can be done. The textile industry was just one of his many Professor Dirks helped erect permanent buildings in the north-east San Fernando Valley, I look forward to continuing to work with my contributions to our community. He was instru- friends and colleagues on the Ways and mental in bringing the county airport to Star where a college was most needed. A long time volunteer in politics, he used his experi- Means Committee Subcommittee on Income and the hospital to Troy. Security and Family Support to improve the During those years, so many of us here in ence as a co-campaign coordinator for Bobby experiences of those young people living in Montgomery County relied on the Russell fam- Kennedy to lobby then-city councilman Tom and preparing to exit foster care. ily for our livelihood. For a period of many Bradley on getting permanent structures on years, the Mill employed 800 people from our the Southwest College campus. Madam Speaker, each and every young community. But it wasn’t just jobs that the Professor Dirks knows that ‘‘it takes a vil- person has a right to a childhood. During Na- Russell family provided, it was community lage’’ and over the years he has received nu- tional Foster Care Month, I hope that commu- leadership. They didn’t just live in our commu- merous accolades and great support from his nities around the country really come together nities—they were our county commissioners, community. He is deserving of commendation and think of ways to improve the lives of Boy Scout leaders, served on town board— for his tireless campaign to secure adequate young people in the child welfare system. much of which Mr. Russell did himself. higher education in the northeast San Fer- There were and are Mr. Russell’s in every nando Valley. With a combination of union f community across our District. We all know backing and political tenacity, Professor Dirks how our communities have been affected by was able to secure a budget for Mission Col- A PROCLAMATION HONORING the loss of the textile industry. It was not only lege from then Governor Deukmajian. As one STAFF SERGEANT JOSEPH the loss of jobs which we still struggle to re- of the founding faculty members of Mission SOLVEY FOR RECEIVING THE place, but it was the loss of leadership as well. College, he was instrumental in organizing the SILVER STAR MEDAL CITATION These families provided so much leadership in faculty into a union and putting together sup- FOR GALLANTRY IN ACTION our community, and it was all gone so quickly. port for a permanent site and buildings. The One of the things I will always remember Chancellor and both the California State Sen- about J. Paul Russell was his spirit. He was ate and Assembly have named Professor HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE Dirks ‘‘The Faculty Father of Mission College.’’ an amazing person, one that attacked life with OF OHIO gusto, not just in his work but when he was Madam Speaker and distinguished col- having fun as well. He lived his life to the full- leagues, I ask you to join me in saluting Pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fessor Dirks for his impressive career and est. Thursday, May 21, 2009 This is a chance for me to honor, not only dedication to the people of the San Fernando Mr. Russell and his family for their contribu- Valley, and to congratulate him on the occa- Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker: sion of his retirement. tions, but to all of those people who make a Whereas, Staff Sergeant Solvey was as- f difference in our community. signed as a Private First Class to Infantry Those special people are scattered through- RECOGNIZING NATIONAL FOSTER Company E, 104th Infantry Regiment, US out our District. They spend their time doing CARE MONTH Army; and things they know will better their community and make a difference in the lives of the peo- HON. JOHN LEWIS Whereas, Staff Sergeant Solvey was in- ple around them. It is the best legacy we can volved in a morning attack near Bettborn, Lux- OF GEORGIA hope to leave. It is the legacy that J. Paul embourg on December 22, 1944; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Russell has left. Mr. Russell will dearly be Whereas, Staff Sergeant Solvey refused an Thursday, May 21, 2009 missed by his family, friends, and community, evacuation order and, though injured, put him- and his contributions made to our community. Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I self at substantial personal risk to eliminate a f rise today in proud support of H. Res. 931, a German tank threatening to break the Amer- resolution recognizing National Foster Care ican position; and PROFESSOR CHARLES E. DIRKS Month. I thank my friend and colleague on the Whereas, Staff Sergeant Solvey enabled his Ways and Means Committee, Chairman company to accomplish its objective by mov- McDermott, for sponsoring this important reso- HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN ing in the face of fire and showing great per- OF CALIFORNIA lution. sonal courage and valor; now, therefore, be it IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During National Foster Care Month, we pay tribute to the half million children presently in Resolved, that along with his friends, family, Thursday, May 21, 2009 the child welfare system and the many others and the residents of the 18th Congressional Mr. BERMAN. Madam Speaker, I am hon- in the network—mentors, volunteers, friends, District, I congratulate Staff Sergeant Solvey ored to pay tribute to my good friend Pro- extended families, and organizations who fill in on winning the Silver Star for gallantry in ac- fessor Charles Dirks, on the occasion of his the gaps in Federal and State coverage to tion. We recognize the tremendous sacrifice, retirement from Los Angeles Mission College. help these young people find their way. determination, and courage that he displayed I have had the pleasure of working with him In Georgia, there are thousands of children that day in December 1944, and all the days on important issues in our community for more living in foster care. These young people—of of his service to the United States Army.

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Madam Speaker, the ‘‘Neutrality Act’’ for his role in Israel’s I rise today to honor Colonel Scott Vander OF OHIO founding. In fact, he was one of a handful of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hamm, commander of the 28th Bomb Wing at Americans convicted and he was the only one Thursday, May 21, 2009 Ellsworth Air Force Base in South Dakota, for to serve a prison sentence. his commendable record of service to our Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker, Mr. Winters was released from prison on country. Colonel Vander Hamm is leaving Ells- Whereas, PFC Wood was assigned as a ri- November 17, 1949 and lived a humble and worth for a new assignment, but his efforts fleman to Company C, 3rd Battalion, 60th In- quiet life thereafter in Miami. In 1984, Mr. Win- have left a lasting impact on Ellsworth, my fantry Regiment, 9th Infantry Division; and ters passed away, and never told his family state of South Dakota, and the security of our Whereas, PFC Wood was involved in a about his story. But, his obituary in the Miami country. combat mission in Vietnam on January 10, Herald was entitled ‘‘Charles Winters, 71, Over the course of a career that has seen 1968; and him earn the Distinguished Flying Cross and Aided Birth of Israel,’’ and noted that he was Whereas, PFC Wood’s company came the Bronze Star, Colonel Vander Hamm has honored by the late Golda Meir, and had under heavy enemy fire while moving to the logged more than 4,200 hours as a pilot, earned ‘‘a place of distinction among the aid of another company; and which adds up to 167 days in the air. He has Americans who banded together clandestinely Whereas, PFC Wood saw a fellow soldier the flown the B–52, the B–2 and now the B– at the end of World War II to help Jews estab- fall wounded in an open rice paddy between 1. He flew a combat mission the first night of lish a state in Palestine.’’ his position and the enemy position; and Operation Iraqi Freedom, a mission Col. Last year, several of my colleagues and I Whereas, PFC Wood completely dis- Vander Hamm has referred to as one of his sent a letter to the United States Justice De- regarded his personal safety and immediately most memorable flights. As the 7th Operations partment, asking for a posthumous pardon for moved forward to treat his wounded comrade; Group Commander, Colonel Vander Hamm Mr. Winters. We are grateful that President and also led planes in support of Operation Endur- Bush issued a pardon in December, thereby Whereas, PFC Wood sustained multiple ing Freedom, and the expeditionary group he clearing Mr. Winters name and providing com- wounds from automatic weapons fire while at- commanded flew over 900 combat and comfort to his family. tending to his comrade but refused to retreat bat support missions. or stop his treatment; now, therefore, be it However, Colonel Vander Hamm describes Today, the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County’s Jewish Community Relations Resolved, that along with his friends, family, himself as an officer first and an aviator sec- and the residents of the 18th Congressional ond. At Ellsworth, he commanded the largest Council will be hosting Jimi Winters, the son of Charlie Winters, to honor the memory of his District, I congratulate Private First Class Eu- B–1 combat wing in the U.S. Air Force, with gene F. Wood on winning the Bronze Star 29 aircraft and more than 4,300 personnel. His father. While I regret that I cannot be with them today, I join them in their celebration of with ‘‘V’’ Device for heroism and gallant action. organizational skills and drive kept that force We recognize the incredible determination, in top shape, ready to respond to a crisis at Mr. Winters’ memory. Mr. Winters’ actions helped secure the independence of the state loyalty, courage, and valor he displayed for his a moment’s notice. comrades on that day in January 1968, and all He’s also a proud family man. His wife Jo- of Israel, thereby establishing a beacon of democracy in the Middle East. the days of his service to the United States anna, seven daughters and four sons have all Army. helped shape the Colonel into a great leader of men and women. The Vander Hamms have f f become an important part of the Ellsworth HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVER- family and their looming absence will be felt PERSONAL EXPLANATION SARY OF THE ESTABLISHMENT by the entire base. OF THE OMAHA DISTRICT OF The leadership and diligence shown by THE U.S. ARMY CORPS OF ENGI- Colonel Vander Hamm and our nation’s other HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON NEERS military commanders are second to none. I am OF ILLINOIS personally immensely grateful for the values HON. LEE TERRY and honor that soldiers such as he have in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEBRASKA stilled in the fabric of our society. And I am Thursday, May 21, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sure the people of South Dakota and the entire country join me in thanking him for his Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Madam Speaker, Thursday, May 21, 2009 sacrifices in helping keep all of us safe. unfortunately Monday night, May 18, 2009, I Mr. TERRY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Madam Speaker, it is with enduring pride was unable to cast my votes on H. Res. 300, honor the establishment of the Omaha District and respect that I rise today in recognition of S. 386 and H. Res. 442 and wish the record of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers 75 years Col. Vander Hamm and his service at Ells- to reflect my intentions had I been able to ago. Since that time, the Omaha District of the worth Air Force Base. The state of South Da- vote. Corps has performed admirably in a wide kota will miss him, but we are all fortunate that Had I been present for rollcall No. 267, on range of duties, and today manages more his service to our nation continues. suspending the rules and passing H. Res. than a billion dollars worth of civil works, mili- f 300, Congratulating Camp Dudley YMCA of tary construction, and environmental restora- HONORING CHARLIE WINTERS Westport, New York, on the occasion of its tion projects. Members of the Omaha District 125th anniversary, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers currently serve in Afghanistan and Iraq as part of the HON. RON KLEIN Had I been present for Rollcall No. 268, on Global War on Terror. OF FLORIDA suspending the Rules and agreeing to the When the Omaha District was established in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Senate Amendments to the House Amend- 1934, its initial mission was the construction of Thursday, May 21, 2009 ments on S. 386, the Fraud Enforcement and the Fort Peck Dam in Montana. That project Mr. KLEIN of Florida. Madam Speaker, I Recovery Act, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ was the first of many that resulted in the con- rise today to honor the memory of Charlie Had I been present for Rollcall No. 269, on struction of a total of 6 dams along the main Winters. Mr. Winters was an ordinary Florida suspending the Rules and passing H. Res. stem of the Missouri River that provided nec- businessman who played an extraordinary role 442, Recognizing the importance of the Child essary jobs during the Great Depression. This in history. and Adult Care Food Program and its positive was just part of the Corps’ efforts to harness In 1948, he provided an aircraft to the Jew- effect on the lives of low-income children and the mighty Missouri River basin through con- ish armed forces in pre-war Israel for its de- families, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ struction of a vast set of engineering projects

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According to the U.S. Department of Vet- tional full-time teachers, purchase 5,000 new During World War II and the Cold War, the erans Affairs (VA), on any given night in this textbooks, or buy 500 new computers. Omaha District of the U.S. Army Corps of En- country, between 150,000 and 200,000 adult Education infrastructure is not an expendi- gineers was involved in numerous aspects of veterans live on the streets, in shelters or in ture, it is an investment in our Nation’s future. our nation’s defense. It constructed the as- community-based organizations. Unfortunately, Many of our students are being taught in un- sembly plant for the B–29 Superfortress and approximately 150,000 homeless heroes do safe and unhealthy conditions that make high- the B–26 Marauder, and gained technical ex- not have access to the vital permanent hous- quality learning impossible. H.R. 2187 turns pertise in constructing runways which proved ing and supportive services they need each crumbling schools into environments ripe for valuable for Army Air Force training. The year. learning. Omaha District also was involved in the con- Last year, I introduced H.R. 3329: The Madam Speaker, I urge all my colleagues to struction of the Northern Area Defense Com- Homes for Heroes Act to address this prob- vote for H.R. 2187. mand in Colorado, facilities for Space Com- lem. My bill will provide shelter for homeless f mand, and various missile control and launch veterans and their families and help prevent HONORING POLICE OFFICERS AND facilities throughout the Midwest. Following the low-income veteran families from falling into LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFES- Cold War, the Omaha District helped lead on homelessness. On July 9, 2008, the Homes SIONALS DURING POLICE WEEK environmental remediation by removing ord- for Heroes Act passed the House by a vote of nance from closed bombing ranges, containing 412–9, but did not make it through both cham- SPEECH OF below ground chemical plumes, and remedi- bers. Fortunately, the author of the Senate ating landfills and wetlands. companion bill, former Senator Barack HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO In 1982, the Corps added environmental Obama, is now the President of the United OF ILLINOIS cleanup to its mission. Since that time the States. Therefore, I look forward to working IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Corps has provided technical expertise to the with this Congress and our current President Tuesday, May 19, 2009 Environmental Protection Agency’s Superfund to pass this very important legislation in the Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cleanup projects. In fact, the Corps’ Omaha 111th Congress. The Homes for Heroes Act support of H. Res. 426, a resolution that hon- District became the Center of Expertise for will truly honor those who have sacrificed for ors and celebrates National Peace Officers’ Hazardous and Toxic Waste. Individuals our country by providing them with the assist- Memorial Service Observance Day on May 15, trained at this facility have assisted in EPA en- ance they deserve and have so deeply 2009 and National Police Week, May 11–15, vironmental cleanup of projects in California earned. 2009. and Pennsylvania. The Omaha District con- I ask all of my colleagues and fellow Ameri- President John F. Kennedy first proclaimed tinues to take the lead in remediation of haz- cans to pause and observe the great sacrifice May 15th as National Peace Officers’ Memo- ardous, toxic, and radioactive waste sites in that our fallen heroes and veterans made for rial Day. Every year on this day, we celebrate current and former military sites. our beloved country. Our military men and the lives and honor the deaths of our fallen For 75 years, the Omaha District has an- women were there to answer their nation’s call law enforcement officers. We also recognize swered the nation’s call for service. I com- to duty and now our government must prove the important role that our peace officers play mend the Omaha District Corps’ continued that we will be there for them. In words, deeds in the daily lives of all citizens, and the re- commitment to military construction, improving and actions, our nation’s heroes have earned sponsibilities, hazards, and sacrifices of their civil works and environmental restoration both it. This is the least a grateful nation can do. work. in Nebraska and throughout our nation under f As a former police officer, I salute those law the current leadership of Colonel David Press. enforcement officers who died in the line of The Omaha District of the U.S. Corps of Engi- THE 21ST CENTURY GREEN HIGH- duty in 2008 and continue to honor those po- neers has earned the recognition of Congress PERFORMING PUBLIC SCHOOL lice officers who gave their lives in past years. on the celebration of the 75th anniversary of FACILITIES ACT I join my colleagues on the Congressional Law its founding. Enforcement Caucus in urging continued sup- f HON. PHIL HARE port for programs, such as the Community Ori- OF ILLINOIS ented Policing Services (COPS) program, to IN HONOR OF MEMORIAL DAY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hire additional police officers and help law en- HON. AL GREEN Thursday, May 21, 2009 forcement acquire the latest crime-fighting Mr. HARE. Madam Speaker, I rise today in technologies. OF TEXAS Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES strong support of H.R. 2187, the 21st Century Green High-Performing Public School Facili- in recognizing and paying respect to our fallen Thursday, May 21, 2009 ties Act. heroes. In these difficult and changing times, Mr. GREEN of Texas. Madam Speaker, I Schools all over my district are struggling to we honor their work to protect our commu- wish to honor our fallen veterans this Memo- find the money to pay for the most basic nities and families and promote safety and rial Day on May 25, 2009. Our veterans, as school repairs, let alone the funding to up- peace on our streets. I urge my colleagues to well as our troops, risked their lives and their grade school facilities to meet the needs of support this resolution. livelihoods for their country and for our free- 21st century learners. f dom. They deserve our utmost respect and It is estimated that the national need for A PROCLAMATION HONORING COR- appreciation. school construction and renovation is some- PORAL CARLOS M. EASTERDAY Memorial Day was initially called Decoration where between $100 billion and $300 billion. FOR RECEIVING THE BRONZE Day. After the Civil War, Americans honored While school construction funding has tradi- STAR MEDAL WITH ‘‘V’’ DEVICE fallen soldiers in the Union and Confederacy tionally been a State and local responsibility, CITATION FOR HEROISM by decorating the soldiers’ graves. After World the magnitude of the challenge warrants a War I, Memorial Day became a day to honor small Federal role—a role that could help all American soldiers who died in war. In Lewistown Community High School in my dis- HON. ZACHARY T. SPACE OF OHIO 1971, Congress declared Memorial Day as a trict repair a leaky roof and replace World War IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES national holiday celebrated on the last Monday II era equipment. in May. Today, the national celebration of Me- The bill before us authorizes $6.4 billion to Thursday, May 21, 2009 morial Day is held at Arlington National Ceme- address unmet school modernization needs. Mr. SPACE. Madam Speaker: tery. It is a ceremony of sincere solemnity, as Additionally, the bill guarantees that our na- Whereas, Corporal Easterday was assigned well as one of great pride because it pays trib- tion’s lowest-achieving school districts receive as a Private First Class to Company E, 19th ute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice a minimum grant of $5,000 for school en- Infantry Regiment, 24th Infantry Division; and while defending the American flag. hancement projects. Whereas, Corporal Easterday was involved While we pay tribute to our fallen heroes, it I am also pleased that this bill encourages in a combat mission near Kumsong, Korea on is important that we also recognize those vet- schools to make energy efficient improve- August 8, 1951; and

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Madam Speaker, I rise today lowed his platoon to advance on the flank of ceived an invitation from the World Health Or- to introduce the North Maui Coastal Preserva- their objective and quickly capture it, saving ganization (WHO) to attend this year’s World tion Act of 2009, a bill directing the National lives and material with the speed of its accom- Health Assembly (WHA) meeting as an ob- Park Service to study the suitability and feasi- plishment; now, therefore, be it server under the name ‘‘Chinese Taipei.’’ The bility of designating certain lands along the Resolved, that along with his friends, family, WHA weeklong meeting started a few days northern coast of Maui, between Sprecklesville and the residents of the 18th Congressional ago on Monday, May 18, 2009 in Geneva, and Paia, as a unit of the National Park Sys- District, I congratulate Corporal Carlos M. Switzerland. tem. This week marks the first time Taiwan has Easterday on winning the Bronze Star with The citizens of Maui strongly support pres- been allowed to participate in a meeting or ac- ‘‘V’’ Device for heroism and gallant action. We ervation of this coast, which provides impor- tivity of a specialized United Nations agency recognize the incredible determination, loyalty, tant open space and public beach areas. since losing its UN membership to China in Thousands of post cards in support of creating courage, and valor he displayed for his com- 1971. I have seen some label Taiwan’s partici- a national park or national seashore along this rades on that day in August 1951, and all the pation a ‘‘breakthrough’’ and I have heard the coast have been sent to me and to my prede- days of his service to the United States Army. ‘‘goodwill of the mainland authorities’’ praised. cessor. Yes, we should celebrate the announcement This beautiful coastline is under significant f that Taiwan will finally be permitted to partici- development pressure. Its closeness to major pate in the WHO. But we also need to remind IN HONOR OF BRENT LARKIN population centers in Maui and its popularity ourselves that participation as an ‘‘observer’’ with both visitors and residents makes pro- does not give Taiwan the right to vote. In addi- tecting access a major concern. tion, Taiwan’s participation is not permanent; it Supporters of this park have asked that it be HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH comes only under Beijing’s sponsorship on a named after Congresswoman Patsy Takemoto OF OHIO one-year-at-a-time basis. While we are grate- Mink, a native of Maui who grew up in the ful that Taiwan has been given the chance to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hamakua Poko/Paia area. While this bill, attend the WHA meeting, I hope that Taiwan’s which authorizes a study, does not direct what Thursday, May 21, 2009 23 million people will one day be represented the prospective national park would be named, at the WHO as a full fledged participant. I would certainly support naming it after Patsy Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise We all remember that in 2003 Taiwan was Mink, whose commitment to the people of the today in honor and recognition of Brent Larkin, struck by an outbreak of Severe Acute Res- island and state was without question. upon his retirement as Editorial Page Director piratory Syndrome, or SARS. By the end of I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- of the Plain Dealer, where his political col- May 2003, 483 probable cases had been reporting this bill. umns and news stories inspired emotion, pro- ported. A total of 60 people died. Worries over f voked thought and blazed across the pages of SARS subsequently hampered international our City’s daily newspaper for nearly thirty travel and commerce, dealing a serious blow MR. SCOTT HOLUPKA years. to Taiwan’s economy. This morning, Taiwan reported its second case of H1N1 flu. A native Clevelander, Brent Larkin grad- HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER Despite these outbreaks, China continues to uated from Brush High School in 1965. He OF MARYLAND block Taiwan’s full and equal membership in earned a bachelor’s degree in journalism from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the WHO. Disease knows no borders and I Thursday, May 21, 2009 Ohio University, and later a doctorate of law believe the current threat of a worldwide epi- degree from Cleveland Marshall College of demic demonstrates Taiwan’s need for the Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I Law in 1986. He was admitted to the Ohio Bar highest level of access to the WHO as pos- rise before you today to honor Mr. Scott in 1987. sible. Holupka, recipient of the Citizen of the Year Brent’s interest in Cleveland’s political scene In addition, I would prefer to see Taiwan join Award from The Optimist Club of Dundalk, Inc. was sparked in 1970, when he was hired by the WHO under the name ‘‘Taiwan,’’ which, Scott has dedicated his time and talents to the the Cleveland Press to cover the news at after all, is the name of the country. Taipei is constant improvement and revitalization of the Cleveland City Hall. In 1976, he was named merely Taiwan’s capital. Dundalk community. the newspaper’s politics editor. In 1981, he When I was elected to the U.S. House of Scott is a life-long resident of Dundalk, joined The Plain Dealer as a politics writer Representatives in 2002, some of my col- Maryland, and a native to the Three Garden then later as a columnist. In 1991, he was leagues had already been campaigning for Village in southeastern Baltimore County. He named director of The Plain Dealer’s opinion Taiwan’s inclusion in the WHO for more than went on to attend nearby Dundalk High pages. Brent Larkin has been honored several five years, ever since Taiwan launched its School. In 1983, he graduated from Johns times over the years for his work in journalism, campaign to participate in the WHO in 1997. Hopkins University with a Ph.D. in sociology. including an induction into the Cleveland I am concerned that that Chinese approval Soon after graduating, he returned to Dundalk, Press Club Hall of Fame in October of 2002. is becoming a prerequisite for Taiwan’s partici- where he immediately began working on a Brent’s editorial columns deftly highlighted pation in any international organization, and project called the ‘‘Greening of Dundalk.’’ The Cleveland’s political and social scenes for that countries will begin to view China as Tai- recycling effort included in this program was Ohio’s largest newspaper. wan’s suzerain. If this view becomes the ac- the first of its kind in Baltimore County. cepted international norm, Taiwan’s current Since then, Scott has held positions in many Madam Speaker and Colleagues, please status as an independent, sovereign state community organizations including president of join me in honor and recognition of Brent would be undermined. the Board of the Family Crisis Center, co-cre- Larkin, upon his recent retirement from The It is an outrage that China has essentially ator of the Southeast Neighborhood Develop- Cleveland Plain Dealer. Fearless in expressing blocked Taiwan from participating in the WHO ment Coalition, member of the Baltimore Citi- his opinion, his columns were entertaining, in- for so long. I firmly believe that the health of zens Planning and Housing Association, presi- formative and above all, his ability to zero in Taiwan’s 23 million citizens should not be dent of the Greater Dundalk Community Coun- on the heart of an issue in just a few strategi- used as a political weapon. I therefore urge cil, and cofounder of the Dundalk Renaissance cally written paragraphs earned him a con- my colleagues to join me in continuing to sup- Corporation. These organizations are just a stituency of readers that kept coming back to port Taiwan’s full and equal membership in glimpse into the busy, community-oriented see what he would write next. the World Health Organization. lives Scott and his wife, Amy, have led.

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Scott not After the delegation failed to include wars of health care, and jobs. only possesses all of these qualities, but he aggression as war crimes, he continued to On the 100th anniversary of its founding, I goes above and beyond in every community push for that with other delegates until they ul- would like to celebrate the NAACP and its activity in which he is involved. He was re- timately adopted a reference to the crime of many important accomplishments towards se- cently inducted into the Dundalk High School war of aggression in the court’s statute. Addi- curing equal rights of all persons. Alumni Hall of Fame, and will soon receive an tionally, Dr. King served as a member of the f award from the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press American Bar Association’s Task Force on Association. War Crimes in the former Yugoslavia. He also RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE AND Madam Speaker, I ask that you join with me believed that democracies which trade with ACHIEVEMENTS OF CLAUDE DAVIS today to honor Mr. Scott Holupka on this one another tend to not go to war and advo- memorable occasion. Scott is admired by oth- cated for international trade rules and statutes HON. JEFF MILLER ers in the community, and deserving of the as another avenue toward peace. OF FLORIDA prestigious Citizen of the Year Award. His Dr. King received an honorary degree of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication to Dundalk is apparent in every as- Doctor of Civil Laws by the University of West- Thursday, May 21, 2009 pect of his life, and the community is truly a ern Ontario in 2003. In 2004, the government better place because of him. of Canada appointed Dr. King Honorary Con- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I f sul General for Cleveland and Northeast Ohio. rise to recognize Mr. Claude Davis on the oc- Dr. King was truly a pioneer in promoting casion of his 101st birthday for his lifetime of IN REMEMBRANCE OF DR. HENRY peace through international law and was cited service to his community and to his country. T. KING, JR. in the Plain Dealer by David Crane, Syracuse Throughout his life, Mr. Davis has been leader University Professor and Chief Prosecutor of in Northwest Florida, and I am pleased to HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Sierra Leone President Charles Taylor as ‘‘the honor such an admirable American. OF OHIO George Washington of modern international Born in 1908, Claude Davis enlisted in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES law.’’ United States Navy in 1926 at the age of 18 and served for over twenty years. Mr. Davis Thursday, May 21, 2009 Madam Speaker and Colleagues, please join me in honor and remembrance of one of fought in World War II and was aboard the Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise the great men of our time, Dr. Henry T. King, USS Saratoga aircraft carrier during two sepa- today in remembrance of Dr. Henry T. King Jr. He will be greatly missed by those in the rate torpedo attacks by the Japanese. He also Jr., a renowned lawyer and great man of peace community working on issues of inter- commissioned the USS Antietam in 1945. Re- peace, and in honor of his dedication to his national humanitarian justice under the rule of cently, Mr. Davis visited the WWII Memorial country, community and to international law. Despite his absence, his work will con- for the first time as part of the Second Emer- human rights. Dr. King died at home on May tinue to inspire countless activists and lawyers ald Coast Honor Flight. 9, 2009, at age 89. around the world who follow in his footsteps. After his retirement from the Navy in 1946, Dr. Henry King was a distinguished scholar f Claude purchased a farm in Santa Rosa of international law, international trade, and County, Florida and began a lifetime of service international human rights. Shortly after grad- CELEBRATING THE 100TH to his local community. He was the first agent uating from Yale Law School and while prac- ANNIVERSARY OF NAACP for the Florida Farm Bureau Fire Insurance ticing law in New York at Millbank, Tweed & Company, where he remained for 25 years. Hope, Dr. King learned about Supreme Court HON. DEBORAH L. HALVORSON Mr. Davis became president of the Farm Bu- Justice Robert Jackson’s appointment as OF ILLINOIS reau, and helped organize the annual Santa Chief Prosecutor of war criminals at Nurem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rosa County Farm Tour, an event conducted berg. With the encouragement of his wife, he each year by the Santa Rosa Agricultural Thursday, May 21, 2009 left for Nuremberg in 1946 with Justice Jack- Committee to increase agricultural awareness son as one of the youngest of 200 prosecu- Mrs. HALVORSON. Madam Speaker, today in the area. As one of the original organizers tors. As one of the prosecutors working on the I rise to recognize the NAACP for one hun- of the Warrington Presbyterian Church and the Nuremburg Trials, he worked on the convic- dred years of promoting equal rights and fight- Warrington Kiwanis Club, Claude’s record of tions of many Nazi officials, including Walther ing for the eradication of racial prejudice within service to the community is outstanding and von Brauchitisch, Erhard Milch, Hermann the United States. The NAACP is the largest deserving of this recognition. Goring, and Albert Speer. Dr. King was deeply and oldest civil rights organization in the Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United affected by what he saw upon stepping off the United States. It currently has more than half States Congress, I would like to thank Claude train in Nuremberg. Surrounded by the rubble a million members and supporters throughout Davis for his lifetime of dedication and service of bombed out buildings and people begging the United States and the world who serve as to others. My wife Vicki and I wish to con- for food, he vowed at that time to dedicate his advocates for civil rights in their communities. gratulate him and his entire family on this mo- life to the prevention of war. On February 12, 1909, the 100th anniver- mentous occasion. Following the Nuremburg Trials, Dr. King sary of President Abraham Lincoln’s birth, the f served as Chief Counsel for the Marshall Plan. NAACP was founded in response to race riots Between 1961 and 1981 he was Chief Inter- in Lincoln’s hometown of Springfield, Illinois. 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF national Corporate Counsel at TRW, Inc., the From the time of its founding, the NAACP has HOSTELLING INTERNATIONAL USA position which brought Dr. King to Cleveland. recognized that racial justice is important for For the last 28 years, he taught at Case West- every single American. This is reinforced by HON. DON YOUNG ern Reserve University School of Law in the fact that the organization has always been OF ALASKA Cleveland while practicing law at Cleveland’s led by a diverse group of Americans from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Squire Sanders & Dempsey. Upon his arrival many races and backgrounds. These leaders at Case Western Reserve, he established the came to the organization because, as Dr. King Thursday, May 21, 2009 Canada-U.S. Law Institute in partnership with so eloquently described, ‘‘All men are caught Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Madam Speaker, I the University of Western Ontario. The Insti- in an inescapable network of mutuality.’’ rise today in recognition of Hostelling Inter- tute holds an annual conference in Cleveland, The NAACP played a pivotal role in over- national USA for 75 years of service to youth which I have had the pleasure of participating turning disenfranchisement, racial segregation travel. in a number of times since my career in Con- in public schools, and discriminatory hiring Hostelling International USA was founded in gress began in 1997. This year, I had the practices. It fought for the passage of the Civil 1934 to improve and promote international un- honor of addressing the conference about the Rights Acts of the 1950s and 60s, the Voting derstanding of the world and its countless cul- commoditization of Great Lakes water. Rights Act, and the Fair Housing Act. The tures through hostelling. Hostelling Inter- Throughout his illustrious career, Dr. King work of the NAACP paved the way for the national operates and maintains almost 70 continued his activism in the struggle for election of Barack Obama—another of Illinois’ hostel accommodations throughout the United peace through international law. He pushed favorite sons—as our first African American States, with over 4,000 locations worldwide.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE May 21, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1233 These inexpensive and safe facilities range HONORING THE LOUISIANA retiring after faithfully serving the residents, from high-rise buildings with hundreds of beds HONORAIR VETERANS businesses and elected officials of East to small remote hostels in rural setting found Norriton Township, Montgomery County, throughout Alaska. HON. JOHN FLEMING Pennsylvania for 32 years. Hostel volunteers act as ambassadors for OF LOUISIANA Mr. Baerwald’s distinguished career of pub- their communities and for our nation by admin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lic service to East Norriton started in May istering travel education programs to young Thursday, May 21, 2009 1977 when he became the Township’s Fi- nance Officer and Assistant Manager. A little and old. Alaskan hostels have welcomed and Mr. FLEMING. Madam Speaker, I rise today housed guests since the early 1960’s, in a di- more than three years later, he was appointed to recognize and honor a very special group Township Manager and Secretary/Treasurer. verse set of locations including: Central Ju- from Northwest Louisiana. neau, Ketchikan, Nome, Anchorage, Delta Evidence of Mr. Baerwald’s outstanding On May 16, 2009 a group of 104 veterans leadership during the last four decades Junction, Fairbanks, Haines, Homer, Sitka, and their guardians flew to Washington with a Tok, Willow, Girdwood, Slana and Ninilchik. abounds. He was instrumental in the building very special program. Louisiana HonorAir is of a Veterans Memorial at Old Stanbridge I commend Hostelling International USA for providing the opportunity for these Louisiana Street and Germantown Pike. He was a driv- its 75 years of continued quality service. veterans to visit Washington, DC on a char- ing force in establishing a sister city program tered flight, free of charge. For many, this will between East Norriton and Treptow-Kopenick, f be the first and only opportunity to visit the Germany. And his prudent investment and memorials created in their honor. These brave management practices helped the Township CONGRATULATIONS TO THE men and women, from my home state of Lou- acquire a 35-acre municipal complex, includ- MAYOR, THE COMMON COUNCIL isiana, deserve the thanks of a grateful nation ing the Township offices, storage facility and AND THE RESIDENTS OF THE for everything they have sacrificed for our highway department garage. CITY OF LACKAWANNA ON THE freedom. Mr. Baerwald earned the respect of his Today I ask my colleagues to join me in OCCASION OF THE 100TH ANNI- peers and elected officials with his sharp ad- honoring these great Americans and thank VERSARY OF THEIR MUNICIPAL ministrative skills, which have been invaluable INCORPORATION them for their unselfish service. Robert M. Acosta, Edward E. Allen, William as the Township has grown. In addition to J. Archambeau, Francis W. Artley, Carl A. serving the Township, Mr. Baerwald selflessly HON. BRIAN HIGGINS Barr, Clifford A. Birchfield, Joe E. Bizet, Rich- gave his time to several organizations, includ- ard E. Blake, Dudley H. Boddie, Roy Timon ing the Pennsylvania State Association of OF NEW YORK Buckner, Robert L. Bufkin, Jesse E. Burkheart, Township Supervisors and the Montgomery County Association of Township Officials. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Adolph B. Campbell, Williard E. Charrier, James A. Clark, George Cockerham, Claude Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues Thursday, May 21, 2009 M. Corbett, Joe R. Crain, Alonza Crawford, join me today in recognizing the outstanding Joe H. Curtis, Willie V. Dark, R. Debusk, service and extraordinary career of Helmuth J. Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today H. Baerwald and all who dedicate their ca- to congratulate and pay tribute to the Mayor, Sammuel D. Doles, Thomas B. Erwin, Jack B. Evans, James E. Evans, Frank H. reers to serving the public. the Common Council and the residents of the f City of Lackawanna on the occasion of the Falkenberry, Daniel W. Fallin, James, L. Fallin, 100th anniversary of their municipal incorpora- James H. Fisher, Frank H. Ford, John C. Fos- A LIFETIME OF SERVICE BY tion. ter, Paul D. Gandy, Jesus Garcia, James C. MARGE JOHANNES OF SAUK Gardner, Leo J. Garner, Leon C. Green, RAPIDS, MINNESOTA The fortunes of this great City are emblem- Claude Gulley, Joseph Warren Harris, Tom N. atic of the struggles of the entire region. Hav- Havard, James W. Helton, Charles M. Henley, ing experienced the difficulties associated with Edward J. Heuer, John N. Holman, John L. HON. MICHELE BACHMANN the decline of heavy industry in recent dec- lles, Joe M. Ivey, Loin Jacob, James Prentice OF MINNESOTA ades, Lackawanna has turned the corner and Johnson, Alvin B. Kessler, Oscar C. Laborde, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES now demonstrates a new spirit of hope and Charles A. Lammons, Joseph H. LeBeau, Gus Thursday, May 21, 2009 optimism under the leadership of its esteemed D. Levy, Clayton E. Manning, W.C. Mayfield, Mayor and Council. Mrs. BACHMANN. Madam Speaker, I rise Mary E. McMahon, Leonard S. Micinski, today to honor Marge Johannes of Sauk Rap- Due in significant part to the diligence and Charles E. Monson, McLuther Monzingo, Don- ids, Minnesota as she celebrates her 90th hard work of the Mayor and the Council, the ald R. Moreau, Lucien L. Oldham, Elmore C. birthday. Marge is known as ‘‘Grandma site of the former Bethlehem Steel plant—long Owens, Lester L. Pace, Frederick E. Parker, Marge’’ to the students at Pleasantview Ele- a symbol of post-industrial decay and dis- Robert A. Peiser, J.L. Pennington, Carlos B. mentary School, where she volunteers as a investment, is now a beacon of progress as it Perez, Wallace P. Perryman, James Ferrell Foster Grandparent, a role she has played for is home to the nation’s largest urban wind Reeder, James E. Rigal, Kenneth Roberts, over 20 years. farm. This project is a testament to the tenac- Richard Roy, James G. Sandifer, Ira R. As a Foster Grandma, Marge spends four ity of the Mayor, the Council and the people Schulling, Luther E. Self, Geroge E. Shanks, hours a day helping students and assisting the of this great city, and has been a symbol of Whilman G. Sheets, James L. Shelton, Cecil teachers. She even takes time to provide the resurgence of the entire region. Through O. Simmons, Shirley R. Simmons, Richard D. childcare for the Adult Basic Education class- this effort, Lackawanna has demonstrated that Smart, Shurman C. Smith, Robert A. Stacy, es. When many students and teachers are the time has come to build upon our industrial Roy E. Stickman, Fletcher Thorne-Thomsen, taking a break from school, Grandma Marge past and move toward a prosperous, green fu- Maurice S. Thrasher, Carroll E. Timmons, helps with the summer school programs in the ture. Bobby G. Turrentine, Howard V. Walker, Sauk Rapids-Rice School District. She is the On this 100th Anniversary, I would like to Clomer Walton, Ray M. Ward, William B. definition of grace, bringing a love of learning congratulate the great City of Lackawanna on Wardlaw, Carl J. Waters, Billy J. Wells, to the schools at which she volunteers and its recent successes and to thank the leader- Claude O. West, G.F. White, James Wilson, sharing a smile with all she meets. All the stu- ship for shepherding innovative ideas to pre- Allen J. Wiltz, Marcus D. Wren. dents know that her favorite book is the dic- serve and enhance the Great City of Lacka- f tionary, because she likes to learn something wanna. I commend and thank Lackawanna HONORING MR. HELMUTH J.H. new every day and she spreads that kind of residents for the example they have set for BAERWALD earnest enthusiasm everywhere she goes. other communities in Western New York. As It is my honor to rise to wish Grandma we celebrate our history, we also acknowledge Marge a ‘‘Happy Ninetieth Birthday’’ today and that our best days are immediately in front of HON. JIM GERLACH to thank her for her lifetime of service to her OF PENNSYLVANIA us, and that progress and prosperity are on community. She is a teacher to us all, dem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the horizon. I wish the leadership in the City onstrating the important values of service and of Lackawanna and its people the best of luck Thursday, May 21, 2009 citizenship. But, to the children, she is so in the future as it continues to grow and pros- Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise much more: She’s a member of their family; per. today to honor Helmuth J.H. Baerwald who is their Grandma Marge.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1234 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 RECOGNIZING AMERICAN RED Forest, which features miles of trails for hiking, tion of Baha’i cemeteries and places of wor- CROSS EVERYDAY HEROES cycling, horseback riding, cross-country skiing, ship, and the violent arrest and harassment of and snowmobiling as well as ponds and members of the Baha’i faith. As the Adminis- HON. DALE E. KILDEE streams for fishing and water sports. This land tration seeks diplomatic engagement with Iran, OF MICHIGAN has long held special significance to the Na- I urge them to make human rights and religious freedom an integral part of the dialogue. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tive Americans who first settled along the banks of the Merrimack River above the Paw- Human dignity and freedom must not be made Thursday, May 21, 2009 tucket Falls. The preservation of the natural a sidebar as the Administration seeks to en- Mr. KILDEE. Madam Speaker, I stand be- beauty afforded by the river and woods is an gage the Iranians. fore you today on behalf of one of our coun- important goal of the community and one that f try’s most honored and respected organiza- I particularly applaud. HONORING STEPHEN REISTER tions, the American Red Cross. Each year, the I am proud to honor Tyngsborough’s bicen- Genesee-Lapeer Chapter of the Red Cross tennial, and I urge my colleagues to join me acknowledges individuals who have shown in wishing the people of Tyngsborough an- HON. MIKE COFFMAN tremendous courage, kindness, and selfless- other 200 years of innovation and success. OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness through acts of goodwill and heroism. 14 f individuals will be honored at the annual ‘‘Sa- Thursday, May 21, 2009 lute to Everyday Heroes’’ on Friday, May 29th HONORING THE KNIGHTS OF CO- Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Madam Speak- in Grand Blanc, Michigan. LUMBUS LIGHT OF CHRIST er, I rise today to honor America’s entre- Everyday Heroes are selected for acts of COUNCIL 8726 preneurs, those distinguished individuals who bravery related to fire, rescue, and lifesaving, support our communities, drive innovation, and and are awarded to those who live in Gen- HON. JIM GERLACH keep our nation strong. Small businesses esee or Lapeer Counties, or if the rescue oc- OF PENNSYLVANIA bring fresh ideas to the table, develop the re- curred in one of the two counties. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sources to meet the demands of an ever- This year Trooper Bradley Ross and Troop- changing world, and make a meaningful im- Thursday, May 21, 2009 er David Stokes will receive the Law Enforce- pact on our neighborhoods. Entrepreneurs are ment Award. Robert Elliott and Timothy Knott Mr. GERLACH. Madam Speaker, I rise responsible for providing 60 to 80 percent of will be recognized with the Emergency Med- today to congratulate the Knights of Colum- all new jobs, giving them the potential to pro- ical Response Award. Firefighters Jason bus, Light of Christ Council 8726, for its 25 pel rapid economic growth and expand ever- Abbey, Dustin Lucius, Al Morea, Nick Schulz, years of outstanding charitable work and dedi- developing fields. Some of the country’s larg- Josh Sturgis, and Pat Whalen will be honored cated service to three parishes in western est companies began as start-ups in small of- for their work. The Youth Good Samaritan Berks County, Pennsylvania. fices, homes and garages exploring these new Award will be given to Brandon Howe and the Since its founding in June 1984 at the St. fields. Limited only by their imagination, these Adult Good Samaritan Award will be given to Ignatius Loyola Parish, Council 8726 has firms performed cutting-edge work in emerging Jack and Jean Seibert. Myla Swanson will be grown to more than 200 members committed industries that have become the very founda- recognized with the Workplace Good Samari- to nurturing spiritual growth and a tremendous tion of our society. tan Award. Judge Robert E. Weiss will be desire to help anyone in need. As our nation and the world face the most posthumously honored with the Community The members’ selfless service has included difficult economic conditions in decades, entre- Good Samaritan Award. financial backing and volunteer work in sup- preneurs have the potential to lead us back to Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Rep- port of St. Mary’s Shelter for single mothers, prosperity. The resiliency and adaptability resentatives to rise with me and applaud the a Veterans Memorial monument in Whitfield, a shown by small businesses in past recessions courageous, altruistic accomplishments of Special Olympics basketball tournament, and demonstrate their capability to meet the challenges standing in their way and emerge these 14 persons. They have generously weekend soup kitchens that feed hundreds stronger than ever. America’s small busi- acted without thought to their own safety to who would otherwise go hungry in the Read- nesses will drive the economic recovery from assist others in danger. They have earned the ing area. this downturn and our economy will rebound. title of ‘‘hero’’ and I am grateful for their serv- Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues Times may be tough, but America’s entrepre- ice to our community. join me today in congratulating the Knights of Columbus, Light of Christ Council 8726, upon neurial spirit is tougher. f To recognize the monumental achievements its 25th Anniversary and recognizing the ex- of our nation’s small firms, the Small Business HONORING TYNGSBOROUGH, emplary efforts of the Council’s members in MASSACHUSETTS Administration (SBA) has declared May 17–23 serving and supporting Berks County church- as the 46th Annual National Small Business es, communities and charities. Week. The House Small Business Committee HON. NIKI TSONGAS f is celebrating all our country’s hard-working OF MASSACHUSETTS NEW CHARGES BROUGHT UP entrepreneurs by saluting the Heroes of Small IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AGAINST BAHA’I LEADERS IN Business, those men and women who have Thursday, May 21, 2009 IRAN shown the strength, leadership, and resource- fulness that keeps our economy moving for- Ms. TSONGAS. Madam Speaker, I rise ward. today to celebrate the bicentennial anniversary HON. FRANK R. WOLF I ask that you, Madam Speaker, and the en- of the town of Tyngsborough, Massachusetts. OF VIRGINIA tire U.S. House of Representatives join me in Known as the ‘‘gateway to the White Moun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recognizing and thanking Mr. Stephen Reister tains,’’ Tyngsborough is a unique and diverse Thursday, May 21, 2009 for his tremendous accomplishments on behalf community, defined by innovative businesses, of small businesses. Mr. Reister has been with rich history, and hardworking families. I am Mr. WOLF. Madam Speaker, May 14 Steel-T Heating and Air Conditioning for nearly proud to honor the people of Tyngsborough marked the one-year anniversary of the im- 20 years, joining the company after it was pur- for their spirit of innovation and success as prisonment of the seven member national chased by his family in 1989. The company is they celebrate this milestone. committee of the Iranian Baha’is. According to one of the leading heating and air conditioning With its distinct location along the Route 3 CNN reports, the seven Baha’i leaders may contractors in the Denver and northern Colo- corridor between Boston and New Hamp- now face charges of ‘‘spreading of corruption rado area. Mr. Reister’s contributions to the in- shire’s mountains, Tyngsborough continues to on Earth’’ which carries the threat of the death dustry have earned him a place on the na- draw new residents and businesses as it penalty under Iran’s penal code. The United tional furnace PID team for Carrier Corpora- grows in both size and prosperity. Leading States Commission on International Religious tion, the world’s leader in heating and cooling companies in the fields of software, energy, Freedom recently released their 2009 report solutions, and several awards for raising materials, and technology have chosen which recommends that the State Department awareness and sales of more environmentally Tyngsborough for their headquarters. designate Iran a country of particular concern friendly products. Tyngsborough’s location also makes it a due to its gross violations of religious freedom. Mr. Reister is an active member of his com- popular leisure destination thanks to the Such violations include the execution of over munity, serving as a board member of the Col- 1,000-acre Lowell-Dracut-Tyngsboro State 200 Baha’i leaders since 1979, the desecra- umbine Valley Water and Sanitation District.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE May 21, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1235 He is also involved in community organiza- RECOGNIZING MAY AS HUNTING- safety training and techniques, many of which tions including the Colorado Fellowship of TON’S DISEASE AWARENESS are still used today in Ohio and across the Christian Athletes CMT Board and The Gift of MONTH country. Warmth Program. Mr. Kellogg was one of the first firefighters Madam Speaker, Mr. Reister has exempli- HON. DARRELL E. ISSA in Cleveland to be trained as a certified para- fied the remarkable accomplishments of which OF CALIFORNIA medic. He became a top-notch instructor, America’s entrepreneurs are capable. This IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES training firefighters and paramedics, even trav- week, he will testify before the House Small elling as far as California with requests for his Thursday, May 21, 2009 Business Committee to share his story. I ask training expertise. Mr. Kellogg has earned a that you and the entire U.S. House of Rep- Mr. ISSA. Madam Speaker, today I rise to nationally-known reputation as being one of resentatives join with me in honoring him for recognize May as Huntington’s Disease the best arson investigators in the country, the extraordinary work he has done for the Awareness Month. In support of those with and has been consulted numerous times by small business economy. His efforts dem- Huntington’s Disease and of finding a cure, I fire departments in Ohio and across the coun- onstrate that if given the right resources, have cosponsored H.R. 678, ‘‘Huntington’s try. Several of Mr. Kellogg’s arson cases are America’s small businesses can be the cata- Disease Parity Act of 2009.’’ This bipartisan still used today as models in firefighter training lysts that lift our economy from the current legislation sponsored by Rep. BOB FILNER (D– courses, including courses taught at Cuya- downturn and put us on the road to recovery. CA–41) would eliminate the 24-month waiting hoga Community College. He continues to be f period for Medicare eligibility for those suf- an active member of his community and of the fering from Huntington’s Disease. CONGRATULATING THE SOUTH Zion United Church of Christ of Tremont, the Huntington’s Disease is a progressive de- BEND ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL church he has attended since childhood. MOCK TRIAL TEAM generative neurological disease that causes Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join total mental and physical deterioration in as me in honor and celebration of Mr. Kellogg’s HON. JOE DONNELLY few as 12 years and currently no cure exists. 90th Birthday. His kindness and commitment Already 20,000 Americans have been diag- to community leadership and service con- OF INDIANA nosed with Huntington’s and 6.5% of the pop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinues to be evident in all he does. I stand in ulation, or 200,000 individuals, are at risk for honor and gratitude of Mr. Kellogg’s lifelong Thursday, May 21, 2009 this disease. service to our community and I wish him the Mr. DONNELLY of Indiana. Madam Speak- The physical, emotional, and mental alter- best as he and his family celebrate his 90th er, I rise today to honor the victory of the ations a victim of Huntington’s Disease under- birthday. South Bend Adams High School team in the goes are extreme to say the least. Even in the initial stages, patients are unable to continue National Mock Trial Competition. The cham- f pionship culminates a year of successes for employment and they must rely on family care the ‘‘Usual Suspects,’’ a team which won its and Social Security Disability Income. A simi- COMMEMORATING THE 75TH ANNI- second straight state championship. It was the lar neurological disease, Amyotrophic Lateral VERSARY OF THE NORTH SEA perfect finish to a season full of intense train- Sclerosis, received a waiver for the 24-month FIRE DEPARTMENT ing and practice. The victory caps a record of waiting period in 2000. twelve state titles in the thirteen years of the H.R. 678 would help to alleviate suffering mock trial program at Adams. that those diagnosed with Huntington’s Dis- HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP The exceptional members of the Adams ease must face every day. Implementing this OF NEW YORK legislation would not only help those diag- Mock Trial team include: Josh Courtney, Jenn IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Deeter, Eilis Smith, Chris Silvestri, Adam nosed with Huntington’s but also the families Kern, Gabe Young, timekeeper David Kern, that have been financially devestated by this Thursday, May 21, 2009 degenerative disease. and student coaches Kieran Neal and Allie Mr. BISHOP of New York. Madam Speaker, Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues in Soisson. The team was led to victory by residents of Long Island, New York are truly Congress and the public at large to recognize coaches Lucas Burkett and Professor Jay fortunate that our local firefighters are also our this important month. Tidmarsh and faculty advisor Judith Overmyer. neighbors. Since 1934, residents of the Mock Trial competition involves not only f Peconic Bay hamlet of North Sea have relied knowledge of the law, but also the ability to on the professionalism of the all-volunteer plan both defensive and prosecutorial strate- IN HONOR OF FRANKLYN KELLOG North Sea Fire Department, and today I gies and act the parts of lawyers and wit- proudly rise to mark the 75th anniversary of its nesses. The Adams team prepared a cunning HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH founding. defense and excelled at portraying believable OF OHIO To date, 2009 has been one of the busiest witnesses and convincing lawyers while devel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES oping their communication, research, and or- years on record for the North Sea Fire Depart- ganizational skills. Chris Silvestri distinguished Thursday, May 21, 2009 ment, as they have responded to more fire himself among the participants by earning the Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise calls than any other department in Suffolk ‘‘Best Witness’’ award. today in honor of my friend, Franklyn Kellogg, County. Each has been answered with the The Adams Mock Trial team has achieved a on the occasion of his 90th Birthday and in speed, skill and courtesy that has been the memorable ending to an extraordinary year of recognition of his dedication to his community department’s calling card for 75 years. competition. I offer my congratulations to the and a life lived with a great sense of humor, Madam Speaker, while the children of North members of the team, the coaches, John energetic spirit, joy for living and positive out- Sea may be upset that the firefighters have Adams High School students, faculty and staff. look. not been able to lavish their customary level of I also offer my thanks and congratulations to Mr. Kellogg grew up in the Tremont neigh- attention on the department’s annual Fourth of members of the community, including local at- borhood of Cleveland, Ohio. After high school, July carnival and fireworks, their parents can torneys and judges, who supported the team he joined the army and served as a military rest assured that their neighbors at the fire- on the road to this impressive accomplish- police officer during WWII. Following the war, house are devoted to keeping the community ment. The Adams Mock Trial team has rep- he came back to Cleveland and began his life- safe any hour of the day or night. I offer my resented Indiana, the City of South Bend, their long vocation of protecting others, first as a thanks and best wishes as they continue their school and themselves with excellence and firefighter and then as Fire Chief of City Cleve- tradition of community service for many years distinction. land. Mr. Kellogg was a leader in evolving to come.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1236 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 INTRODUCTION OF THE EMPOW- quality care for our most vulnerable seniors eases and holds providers accountable for ERING MEDICARE PATIENT right in their own homes at dramatically lower producing savings. As such, I believe this bill CHOICES ACT ESTABLISHES A costs. The bi-partisan Independence at Home to be a critical part of our efforts to reform PHASED IN PROGRAM TO SUP- legislation we are reintroducing today aims to health care because it will produce better, co- PORT SHARED DECISION-MAKING better coordinate care for Medicare bene- ordinated care and reduce costs. I look for- IN MEDICARE BY EQUIPPING ficiaries with multiple, debilitating chronic dis- ward to working with my colleagues in the BENEFICIARIES WITH UNBIASED, eases, including Alzheimer’s, congestive heart House to turn our ‘‘sick-care’’ system into a EVIDENCED-BASED RESOURCES failure, diabetes and other chronic conditions. true health care system, and I look forward to THAT CAN HELP THEM BE BET- In many cases, our frail elders prefer to re- working on this bill with my colleagues as ef- TER INVOLVED IN TREATMENT main in their own homes, in the comfort of fa- forts proceed to pass comprehensive health DECISIONS miliar surroundings, rather than enter a nurs- care reform this year. ing home or hospital. Our current health care f system does a poor job caring for seriously ill HON. EARL BLUMENAUR CONGRATULATING CHRIS Americans, who often are ‘‘lost in transition’’, OF OREGON ECONOMAKI, THE 2009 RECIPIENT struggling to manage multiple illnesses as they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF POCONO RACEWAY’S BILL transition between emergency room, hospital, Thursday, May 21, 2009 FRANCE AWARD OF EXCELLENCE nursing facility and home. The Independence Mr. BLUMENAURER. Madam Speaker, at Home Act holds great promise for reducing today I am proud to introduce the Empowering hospitalizations, preventing medication errors, HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI Medicare Patient Choices Act of 2009. and lifting the spirits of those who, after a life- OF PENNSYLVANIA The onset of an illness creates intense time of contributions to our society, deserve IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stress and anxiety for patients and families. In the dignity and peace of mind that comes with Thursday, May 21, 2009 addition to the weight of a diagnosis, patients living independently. struggle to learn about their illness and deter- Mr. KANJORSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise This legislation builds on successful house today to ask you and my esteemed colleagues mine which treatments to pursue. During this calls programs operating around the country time, people often feel helpless and unpre- in the House of Representatives to pay tribute and at the Department of Veterans Affairs by to Chris Economaki, the dean of motorsports pared to make such critical decisions, but it establishing a 3-year pilot program in Medi- journalists, who has dedicated himself to the doesn’t have to be that way. We have the op- care that would enable beneficiaries with promotion of a national sport that has enriched portunity to improve both the quality of health chronic, complex conditions to receive the the lives of countless people for more than 60 care and patient satisfaction by better engag- care they need in their own homes. These pa- years. ing patients and families in treatment deci- tients see roughly 14 physicians and fill about Mr. Economaki is the first journalist to re- sions. 50 prescriptions each year. Due to a lack of ceive this award, first presented in 1977, The Empowering Medicare Patient Choices coordination between their many doctors, which is dedicated to the memory of William Act will create a shared decision-making proc- these patients often receive disjointed care, H. G. France, the founder of NASCAR. This ess between physicians and patients within conflicting information, and multiple diagnoses award is presented annually to a person, orga- Medicare, offering incentives for doctors to for the same symptoms. At the same time, nization or corporation that has made out- provide resources such as DVD’s and web- Medicare beneficiaries with multiple chronic standing contributions to the sport of NASCAR based, interactive programs. These materials conditions account for a highly dispropor- Sprint Cup Series Racing. provide unbiased, evidence-based information tionate share of Medicare spending. Born in Brooklyn, New York, in 1920, Mr. on treatment options. After reviewing the deci- The Independence at Home Act creates a Economaki’s father was a Greek immigrant sion aids, patients and families are better pre- three year pilot program that utilizes a patient- while his mother was a great niece of Robert pared to have meaningful conversations with centered health delivery model to ensure that E. Lee. He witnessed his first auto race in At- their doctors to determine the course of action Medicare beneficiaries with multiple chronic lantic City at the age of nine and was imme- right for them. conditions can remain independent, in their diately hooked on the sport. He started his ca- The legislation introduces shared decision- homes, for as long as possible. Our model is reer at the age of 13 selling copies of National making into Medicare in three phases. Phase a better, more coordinated way of getting Speed Sport News newspapers. He wrote his I is a three-year period pilot program allowing these patients the care they need by physi- first column at the age of 14 for the National ‘early adopting’ providers to participate, pro- cians who know them and are experienced in Auto Racing News. In 1950, he became editor viding data and serving as Shared Decision- managing their unique needs. of the National Speed Sport News. He began Making Resource Centers. Phase II expands The Independence at Home care teams a column for that publication, titled ‘‘The Edi- the pilot for a three-year period during which tasked with coordinating the care of these pa- tor’s Notebook,’’ that he still writes more than a larger pool of providers will be eligible to re- tients will be comprised of qualified and expe- 50 years later. He eventually became owner, ceive reimbursement for the use of certified rienced physicians, physician assistants, and publisher and editor of the National Speed patient decision aids. The final stage requires nurse practitioners. Participating organizations Sport News. His daughter, Corinne providers to use patient decision aids for cer- will be required to produce improved health Economaki, is the current publisher and the tain conditions as a standard of practice. outcomes, demonstrate patient and caregiver paper is still considered ‘‘America’s Weekly Shared decision-making is a common-sense satisfaction, and show that their methods re- Motorsports Authority.’’ program that will improve quality of care, but sult in savings to Medicare. In order to realize His autobiography is entitled ‘‘Let Em All more importantly, support patients and families these savings, our bill holds participating pro- Go: The Story of Auto Racing by the Man during difficult times. viders accountable for demonstrating a min- Who Was There.’’ f imum savings of 5 percent to Medicare. As an Mr. Economaki worked as a race track an- INTRODUCTION OF THE incentive, providers are able to keep a portion nouncer in the 40s and 50s. He covered races INDEPENDENCE AT HOME ACT of savings they achieve beyond the initial 5 at Indianapolis, Daytona, LeMans and many percent. Whereas our current health care sys- other locations. His motorsports coverage on HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY tem runs up costs by reimbursing for the vol- radio and television became legendary. ume of care, the Independence at Home Mr. Economaki has been the recipient of nu- OF MASSACHUSETTS model incentivizes the value of care. merous major motorsports award and he was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This proposal also encourages the adoption inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of Thursday, May 21, 2009 of electronic medical records and other tech- America in 1994. The Economaki Champion of Mr. MARKEY of Massachusetts. Madam nologies that will result in more efficient and Champions Award is named after him. A day Speaker, I rise today to introduce the Inde- cost-effective care. And, to help address the at the Dodge Charger 500 at the Darlington pendence at Home Act. I would like to thank existing shortage of primary care physicians, Speedway race weekend is named ‘‘Chris my colleague and fellow co-chair of the bipar- this bill develops a new, promising career path Economaki Day.’’ The press room at the Indi- tisan Alzheimer’s Task Force, Mr. CHRIS SMITH for primary care physicians who can own and anapolis Motor Speedway was named the of New Jersey, for working with me on this im- operate Independence at Home organizations ‘‘Economaki Press Conference Room’’ in portant legislation. and receive reimbursements for house calls. 2006. He appeared as a pit reporter in two As health care reform efforts move forward, The Independence at Home Act addresses motion picture films, ‘‘Stroker Ace’’ and ‘‘Six we have a golden opportunity to provide high- the needs of patients with multiple chronic dis- Pack.’’

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The festival is also a time of remem- minding us of the great fellow citizens we can Economaki epitomizes the spirit of American brance and honor—remembering our ances- be and invoking the compulsion to be the entrepreneurs and his example is inspirational tors and relatives whose struggles, tragedies great fellow citizens we should be. to the generations who will follow him. and triumphs will be remembered and revered f f from generation to generation, and honoring the numerous and significant contributions TRIBUTE TO SISTER HELEN IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH made to our community and our nation by DONOHOE BIRTHDAY OF SALLY MATTHEWS Americans of Greek heritage. Madam Speaker and colleagues, please join HON. ANNA G. ESHOO HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN me in honoring Greek-Americans throughout OF CALIFORNIA OF NEW JERSEY our community and throughout our nation. I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES also stand in recognition of the members and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 21, 2009 leaders of the Greek Orthodox Church of the Thursday, May 21, 2009 Annunciation, whose individual and collective Ms. ESHOO. Madam Speaker, I rise today Mr. ROTHMAN of New Jersey. Madam commitment to preserving and promoting the to pay tribute to Sister Helen Donohoe who Speaker, I rise to recognize the 100th birthday history and heritage of their beloved Greek was called into eternity on Holy Saturday of Mrs. Sally Matthews, which will take place homeland serves to enrich the diverse fabric night, April 11, 2009, surrounded by her be- on May 30, 2009. Sally, a lifelong resident of of the Greater Cleveland Community. loved Sisters, the Religious of the Sacred Jersey City, New Jersey, is the proud mother f Heart. of two sons and six grandchildren. Throughout My family was especially blessed to have HONORING SOMPOP JANTRAKA her life, Sally has been an outstanding public Sister Helen as our dearest friend for dec- AND HIS SCHOOL DEPDC servant and professional. She worked for the ades. She was gentle, intelligent, loving, wise New Jersey State Board of Children’s Guard- and holy. The following was read at Sister ians from 1925 to 1942. Sally was subse- HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY Donohoe’s Memorial Mass celebrating her life: quently employed as a legal secretary, receiv- OF RHODE ISLAND On November 30, 1918, two and a half ing the distinction of being the Hudson County IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES months premature, Helen Dorothy Donohoe, Legal Secretaries Association’s Legal Sec- Thursday, May 21, 2009 the youngest of ten children, was born into a retary of the Year in 1970. Sally has always Mr. KENNEDY. Madam Speaker, I rise loving and faith-filled family to Patrick and taken the time to give back to her community, today to acknowledge the extraordinary vision Frances Brogan Donohoe in San Francisco, having volunteered at St. Aedan’s Rectory in and compelling work for peace of Sompop California. Her father and all her grandparents Jersey City and having been a charter mem- Jantraka and his school, DEPDC—the Devel- were immigrants from Ireland. One of her ear- ber of St. Aedan’s Golden Club, 41 years ago. opment and Education Programme for Daugh- liest memories was of the family gathering As Sally and her friends gather on June 1st to ters and Communities. around a large dining room table to say the ro- celebrate her 100th birthday, I wish her, on Mr. Jantraka understands the necessity for sary, a devotion that her father began and behalf of myself and the people of the 9th caring intervention in order to save the young, which lasted her lifetime. Congressional District of New Jersey, the very innocent, poverty-stricken masses of the When she was only four years old, her fa- best as she reaches this exciting milestone in world. He has toiled tirelessly and fearlessly, ther died of leukemia, leaving her mother a 41 her life. in the face of danger, organized crime and year-old widow with ten vibrant children. Helen f desperation and oftentimes abandonment by reported that all her siblings were at home parents of their offspring, to prevent child traf- until she was six years old, when her oldest IN HONOR OF THE GREEK ORTHO- ficking in the Mekong sub-region of Thailand’s brother, Hugh, later a Bishop, entered the DOX CHURCH OF THE ANNUN- ‘‘Golden Triangle.’’ He has made this cause, seminary. She attended St. Agnes parochial CIATION AND THE 2009 HELLENIC above many others, one of the main purposes school and Notre Dame High School. During HERITAGE FESTIVAL of his life. these years two of her older sisters became DEPDC is Thailand’s first pro-active center Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur; two brothers HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH for the prevention of child trafficking. It began entered the Jesuits; other siblings married. OF OHIO with modest beginnings, nineteen ‘‘daughters’’ When Helen was seventeen, her mother IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in a small house. And because of the inces- would not allow her to enter the Notre Dame sant commitment to the preservation of chil- novitiate, and her brother would not allow her Thursday, May 21, 2009 dren’s futures, DEPDC has to-date prevented to attend a state college, so she chose the Mr. KUCINICH. Madam Speaker, I rise over 3,000 ‘‘daughters’’ and ‘‘sons’’ from being San Francisco College for Women, Lone today in honor and recognition of the Greek sold and from other forms of child exploitation. Mountain, run by the Religious of the Sacred Community of Cleveland, Ohio, and the mem- DEPDC has achieved this colossal feat by Heart. Helen reported being very aware of bers and leaders of the Greek Orthodox helping children gain access to adequate how prayerful the nuns were. After three years Church of the Annunciation of Cleveland as schooling and protective, safe sheltering. of college, she wanted to enter religious life, join fellow community members this Memorial Being a man of great humility, Mr. Jantraka but her mother insisted that she finish college. Day weekend to celebrate the heritage and has not sought acknowledgement but yet She even recalled being torn between the culture of Greece at the annual Hellenic Herit- stands as a giant amongst many because of Notre Dame Sisters and the Religious of the age Festival. the success of his passion. In September Sacred Heart. The latter won out. The oldest Greek Orthodox Church in 2008, Mr. Jantraka received a Rockefeller In August of 1940, she arrived with three Cleveland, the Greek Orthodox Church of the travel grant to participate as a panelist at the other candidates at Kenwood, Albany, New Annunciation was officially incorporated on ‘‘Clinton Global Initiative’’ Annual Meeting in York—the novitiate of the Society of the Sa- February 15, 1913. Located on the corner of New York City in order to provide his expertise cred Heart. Her eyes were so bad that she West 14th Street and Fairfield Avenue in the and insight. In March 2008, the University of ended up working in the sacristy and the li- Historic Tremont District of Cleveland, it was Michigan awarded Mr. Jantraka its brary, instead of doing needlework. On Feb- the only Greek Orthodox Church to exist in the ‘‘Wallenberg Medal’’ for humanitarian service. ruary 22, 1943, Helen pronounced First Vows Greater Cleveland area until 1937. Today, it It is my hope that Mr. Jantraka’s work will con- in the Society and returned to the Academy in remains an active parish with an internation- tinue to bring light to this severe, international San Francisco to teach in the elementary ally-accredited Greek School. pandemic that is encroaching upon and threat- school. In May of 1945, she was sent to bed For more than thirty years, members of the ening the human rights of children across the for three months when doctors feared she had Greater Cleveland Community have gathered globe. incipient tuberculosis. The life of Sister Josefa on the grounds of the Greek Orthodox Church It has been said of Mr. Jantraka that, with was a great help during that time. Afterwards, of the Annunciation to partake in the annual few resources and many enemies, he has she was sent to recuperate in San Diego, Old

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Diego College for Women, later to become the world better for how she lived her life, for all Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to University of San Diego. those she educated, and for her countless fight for working people, and all those with By 1946 Helen returned to Atherton, en- acts of love. whom he came in contact—from family and rolled at Stanford University, and began work f friends to political leaders and co-workers— on an M.A. in History and later changed to Ec- drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fit- onomics—a long, arduous journey. During this HONORING ALBIN GRUHN ting in honoring him today to remember the re- time she was finally professed in Rome on marks he always used to conclude his labor February 9, 1949. By 1951 she received her HON. GEORGE MILLER speeches: ‘‘In unity there is strength. United M.A. in Economics, and she was assigned to OF CALIFORNIA we stand, divided we fall. An injury to one is Lone Mountain to teach both history and eco- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an injury to all.’’ nomics and to be junior counselor. From that Thursday, May 21, 2009 f year until 1967, Helen held a variety of positions at Lone Mountain: Professor, counselor, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Madam HONORING ALBIN GRUHN and assistant to the Dean, until she was Speaker, I rise with sadness today to honor named Assistant to the Superior, and later Su- Albin Gruhn of San Anselmo, California, who HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA perior. passed away March 18 at the age of 94. Mr. OF CALIFORNIA One of the young nuns, Mary Jane Tiernan, Gruhn was a respected and beloved labor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who arrived from the noviceship at El Cajon, leader and consumer rights activist whose Thursday, May 21, 2009 California at that time reports: ‘‘Dear Helen calling was the welfare of the working people broke ranks and hugged me in welcome. I will of California. His 36 years as president of the Mr. HONDA. Madam Speaker, I rise with never forget her and that warm hug in the California Labor Federation and his role as a sadness today to honor Albin Gruhn of San midst of an austere scene. She was always founder of the Association of California Con- Anselmo, California, who passed away March warm and loving to me, the youngest in the sumers were at the heart of a remarkable ca- 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Gruhn was a re- community. Because of her I maintained my reer. spected and beloved labor leader and con- equilibrium in a changing world. She had a Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in sumer rights activist whose calling was pre- laugh, almost a talking giggle, when she 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for serving and improving the welfare of working thought someone or something was funny. I the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined people in California. His 36 years as president can still hear it. Throughout my life she was a the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A of the California Labor Federation and his role loving presence. I do know that she was anx- strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths as a founder of the Association of California ious, but she always had that ready Irish of three union picketers and deeply affected Consumers were at the heart of a remarkable sense of humor despite her fears.’’ him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the career. By 1975 Helen became a member of the labor movement. Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in Western Province Provincial Team, serving He was also blacklisted as a result of his 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for with two provincials. In this time period she participation in the strike but soon found em- the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined took a sabbatical, spending a year at Oxford, ployment in construction, joining the Laborers the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A England, and having exciting excursions in Local where his membership continued for strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths Europe. In 1985 she was Superior at the Soci- over 60 years. At the age of 22, he became of three union picketers and deeply affected ety’s retirement facility in Atherton, followed by secretary of the Central Labor Council of him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the two years in charge of hospitality at the pro- Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led that labor movement. vincial house in St. Louis. After returning council for over 20 years. Blacklisted as a result of his participation in West, Helen worked in hospital chaplaincy, In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what the strike, he soon found employment in con- and eventually for nine years as Director of is now the California Labor Federation as dis- struction, joining the Laborers Local where his the Oakwood Retirement Center. trict vice president and became its president in membership continued for over 60 years. At Those who knew Helen best describe her 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- the age of 22, he became secretary of the as gentle, loving, deeply loyal and full of life, sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped Central Labor Council of Humboldt and Del open to possibilities, responsible, but light. As build the organization into a strong and effec- Norte Counties and led that council for over one friend said, ‘‘Helen was an absolute de- tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, 20 years. light; she was full of fun and stories. She inspiring several generations of political and In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what evoked many good laughs.’’ One of her great labor leaders along the way. is now the California Labor Federation as dis- gifts was that of hospitality in a variety of During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a trict vice president and became its president in roles. People felt loved and cared for when founder of the Association of California Con- 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- Helen was around. Her close friend Sister Be sumers, California’s first consumer group, and sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped Mardel, said, ‘‘Helen was physically fearful— later became a founding officer and then build the organization into a strong and effec- terrified of being on the edge of a precipice, president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, wary of heights and speed and winding moun- tion of California. He also devoted some of his inspiring several generations of political and tain roads. She was, however, steadfast. One considerable energies to the California Ap- labor leaders along the way. could always count on her. She was always prenticeship Council and the California Con- During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a ready to help, to support, to listen, and always stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- founder of the Association of California Con- ready to laugh at herself. A few years ago, ing on various state commissions. These were sumers, California’s first consumer group, and Helen said to me, ‘You know, I’m ready for appointments over the decades by five Cali- later became a founding officer and then anything,’ and she added, ‘I’ve had a big fornia governors and covered a variety of president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- grace.’ And, indeed, she did, and that deep issues from fair housing to air pollution. One tion of California. He also devoted some of his peace and calm stayed with her right up to the of the commissions dealt with children and considerable energies to the California Ap- end.’’ youth, reflecting his deep involvement in the prenticeship Council and the California Con- In 2004 Helen moved to Oakwood, where, annual scholarship program established by the stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- surrounded by her Sisters, she died peacefully California Labor Federation. ing on various state commissions. These ap- on Holy Saturday night, April 11, 2009. Mary Mr. Gruhn was always politically active as a pointments spanned several decades and five Jane Tiernan wrote, ‘‘When I heard that Helen means of supporting the causes he believed California governors, covering a variety of had gone to God, I knelt down in my house in. From campaigning for Franklin Roosevelt issues from fair housing to air pollution. One and prayed for her and to her. What joy and at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- of the commissions dealt with children and love she nurtured me with during the years. I venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged youth, reflecting his deep involvement in the know she now enjoys life to the fullest with a in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- annual scholarship program established by the shy smile and a twinkle in her eyes.’’ ern California AFL Political League. California Labor Federation. Madam Speaker, I ask that the entire House Mr. Gruhn was married to the former Doro- Mr. Gruhn supported the causes he be- of Representatives join me in extending our thy Coon for over 37 years. Dorothy pre- lieved in by staying politically active. From

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CARNEY deceased him in 2005, and the couple is sur- at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- OF PENNSYLVANIA vived by a large family of eight children, 14 venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- Thursday, May 21, 2009 Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to ern California AFL Political League. fight for working people, and all those with Mr. Gruhn was married to the former Doro- Mr. CARNEY. Madam Speaker, on Monday, whom he came in contact—from family and thy Coon for over 37 years. Dorothy pre- May 18, I was absent for three rollcall votes. friends to political leaders and co-workers— deceased him in 2005, and the couple are If I had been here, I would have voted: ‘‘yea’’ drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fit- survived by a large family of eight children, 14 on rollcall vote 267; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote 268; ting in honoring him today to remember the re- grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote 269. marks he always used to conclude his labor Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to f speeches: ‘‘In unity there is strength. United fight for working people, and all those with INTRODUCTION OF COERCION IS we stand, divided we fall. An injury to one is whom he came in contact—from family and NOT HEALTH CARE an injury to all.’’ friends to political leaders and co-workers— f drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fitting in honoring him today to remember the re- HON. RON PAUL HONORING ALBIN GRUHN marks he always used to conclude his labor OF TEXAS speeches: ‘‘In unity there is strength. United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. BARBARA LEE we stand, divided we fall. An injury to one is Thursday, May 21, 2009 OF CALIFORNIA an injury to all.’’ Mr. PAUL. Madam Speaker, today I am in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f troducing the Coercion is Not Health Care Act. Thursday, May 21, 2009 INTRODUCTION OF THE PROS- This legislation forbids the Federal Govern- Ms. LEE of California. Madam Speaker, I THETIC AND CUSTOM ORTHOTIC ment from forcing any American to purchase rise with sadness today to honor Albin Gruhn PARITY ACT OF 2009 health insurance, and from conditioning partici- of San Anselmo, California, who passed away pation in any Federal program, or receipt of March 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Gruhn was a HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS any Federal benefit, on the purchase of health respected an beloved labor leader and con- OF NEW JERSEY insurance. While often marketed as a ‘‘moderate’’ com- sumer rights activist whose calling was the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES welfare of the working people of California. His promise between nationalized health care and 36 years as president of the California Labor Thursday, May 21, 2009 a free market solution, forcing every American Federation and his role as a founder of the Mr. ANDREWS. Madam Speaker, I rise to purchase a government-approved health in- Association of California Consumers were at today with my colleagues to introduce the surance plan is a back door approach to cre- the heart of a remarkable career. ‘‘Prosthetic and Custom Orthotic Parity Act of ating a government-controlled health care sys- Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in 2009 (PCOPA).’’ At a time when health care tem. 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for costs are rising by about 7 percent annually, If Congress requires individuals to purchase the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined the financial hardship on those in need of insurance, Congress must define what insur- the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A prosthetic and custom orthotic devices is dev- ance policies satisfy the government mandate. strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths astating. Yet, by expanding coverage for pros- Thus, Congress will decide what is and is not of three union picketers and deeply affected thetic and custom orthotic devices so that it is covered in the mandatory insurance policy. him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the on par with other types of essential care, not Does anyone seriously doubt that what condi- labor movement. only will provide amputees with proper treat- tions and treatments are covered will be deter- He was also blacklisted as a result of his ment, which will allow them to experience a mined by who has the most effective lobby. Or participation in the strike but soon found em- better quality of life, but save our health care that Congress will be incapable of writing a ployment in construction, joining the Laborers system money in the long-term. That is, pros- mandatory insurance policy that will fit the Local where his membership continued for thetic and orthotic devices often dramatically unique needs of every individual in the United over 60 years. At the age of 22, he became decrease secondary health problems for those States? secretary of the Central Labor Council of in need of such a device. The experience of States that allow their Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led that The Prosthetic and Custom Orthotic Parity legislatures to mandate what benefits health council for over 20 years. Act would address the significant health insur- insurance plans must cover has shown that In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what ance inequity that amputees in our society politicizing health insurance inevitably makes is now the California Labor Federation as dis- currently face by requiring insurance compa- health insurance more expensive. As the cost trict vice president and became its president in nies that offer prosthetic and custom orthotic of government-mandated health insurance 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- services to provide the same level of coverage rises, Congress will likely create yet another sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped as they do for medical and surgical services. fiscally unsustainable entitlement program to build the organization into a strong and effec- Specifically PCOPA would provide coverage of help cover the cost of insurance. tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, prosthetic and custom orthotic devices, as well When the cost of government-mandated in- inspiring several generations of political and as their repair and replacement, under the surance proves to be an unsustainable burden labor leaders along the way. same terms and conditions applicable to the on individuals and small employers, and the During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a other medical and surgical benefits provided government, Congress will likely impose price founder of the Association of California Con- under the health insurance policy. controls on medical treatments, and even go sumers, California’s first consumer group, and Currently, eleven states have addressed this so far as to limit what procedures and treat- later became a founding officer and then problem and have enacted prosthetic and/or ments will be reimbursed by the mandatory in- president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- custom orthotic ‘‘parity’’ legislation. Further- surance. The result will be an increasing num- tion of California. He also devoted some of his more, prosthetic and/or custom orthotic parity ber of providers turning to ‘‘cash only’’ prac- considerable energies to the California Ap- legislation has been introduced and is being tices, thus making it difficult for those relying prenticeship Council and the California Con- actively considered in thirty other states. on the government-mandated insurance to find stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- I ask my colleagues to join me in supporting health care. Anyone who doubts that result ing on various state commissions. These were this important piece of legislation that will help should consider the increasing number of phy- appointments over the decades by five Cali- put an end to the inequity many Americans sicians who are withdrawing from the Medi- fornia governors and covered a variety of who have lost a limb by way of a tragic event care program because of the low reimburse- issues from fair housing to air pollution. One as well as those living with cerebral palsy and ment and constant bureaucratic harassment

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1240 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Mario came to the Judiciary Committee on HONORING ALBIN GRUHN Services. a detail from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Madam Speaker, the key to effective health Firearms, and Explosives (ATF), where he has HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK care reform lies not in increasing government worked for 20 years. After graduating with OF CALIFORNIA control, but in increasing the American peo- honors from Kean University, he began his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ple’s ability to make their own health care de- distinguished career with the ATF as a special Thursday, May 21, 2009 cisions. Thus, instead of forcing Americans to agent in Cleveland, quickly moving up through purchase government-approved health insur- Mr. STARK. Madam Speaker, I rise with ance, Congress should put the American peo- the ranks to become a Program Manager in sadness today to honor Albin Gruhn of San ple back in charge of health care by expand- the Office of Professional Responsibility and Anselmo, California, who passed away March ing health care tax credits and deductions, as Security Operations. While working for the 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Gruhn was a re- well as increasing access to Health Savings ATF, Mario studied in the International Human spected and beloved labor leader and con- Accounts. Therefore, I have introduced legisla- Rights Programme at the New College of Ox- sumer rights activist whose calling was the tion, the Comprehensive Health Care Reform ford University, and earned his law degree welfare of the working people of California. His 36 years as president of the California Labor Act (H.R. 1495), which provides a series of with honors from The George Washington Uni- health care tax credits and deductions de- Federation and his role as a founder of the versity Law School. Association of California Consumers were at signed to empower patients. I urge my col- Mario’s tenure with the Committee included the heart of a remarkable career. leagues to reject the big government-knows- work on legislation of critical importance to our Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in best approach to health care by cosponsoring nation’s criminal justice system. He ushered 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for my Coercion is Not Health Care Act and Com- the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined prehensive Health Care Reform Act. several important measures through the Com- mittee and the full House, including during the the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A f strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths 110th Congress: H.R. 923, the ‘‘Emmet Till of three union picketers and deeply affected INTRODUCTION OF THE VACCINE Unsolved Civil Rights Crime Act,’’; H.R. 1199, SAFETY AND PUBLIC CON- him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the the ‘‘Drug Endangered Children Act of 2007’’; labor movement. FIDENCE ASSURANCE ACT OF H.R. 1759, the ‘‘Managing Arson Through 2009 He was also blacklisted as a result of his Criminal History (MATCH) Act of 2007’’; H.R. participation in the strike but soon found em- 1943, the ‘‘Stop AIDS in Prison Act of 2007’’; ployment in construction, joining the Laborers HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY H.R. 2286, the ‘‘Bail Bond Fairness Act of Local where his membership continued for OF NEW YORK 2007’’; H.R. 2878, the ‘‘Enhanced Financial over 60 years. At the age of 22, he became IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Recovery and Equitable Treatment Act of secretary of the Central Labor Council of Thursday, May 21, 2009 2007’’; H.R. 3480, the ‘‘Let Our Veterans Rest Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led that in Peace Act of 2007’’; H.R. 3456/S. 231 to council for over 20 years. Mrs. MALONEY. Madam Speaker, today I In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what Reauthorize the Edward Byrne Memorial Jus- am reintroducing important legislation with my is now the California Labor Federation as dis- colleague Mr. SMITH that I hope will go a long tice Assistant Grant Program at Fiscal Year trict vice president and became its president in way to restoring public confidence in govern- 2006 Levels through 2012; H.R. 3971, the 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- mental vaccine-safety monitoring agencies. ‘‘Deaths in Custody Reporting Act of 2008’’; sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped Public confidence in vaccine-safety is critical H.R. 4056/S. 2565, the ‘‘Federal Law Enforce- build the organization into a strong and effec- to maintaining the effectiveness of our Na- ment Congressional Badge of Bravery Act of tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, tion’s vaccine program in preventing the 2007’’; H.R. 4238, the ‘‘Literacy, Education inspiring several generations of political and spread of infectious disease. However, this and Rehabilitation Act of 2007’’; H.R. 4300, labor leaders along the way. confidence has been shaken by the actual or the ‘‘Juvenile Justice Accountability and Im- During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a perceived conflicts of interest that may arise in provement Act of 2007’’; H.R. 5057, the founder of the Association of California Con- the current system by which federal govern- ‘‘Debbie Smith Reauthorization Act of 2008’’; sumers, California’s first consumer group, and ment agencies compete for funds or promote later became a founding officer and then H.R. 5938, the ‘‘Former Vice President Protec- high immunization rates while concurrently president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- tion Act of 2008’’; H.R. 6083, To authorize promoting vaccine-safety. In addition to pos- tion of California. He also devoted some of his sible conflicts of interest, the public has seri- funding to conduct a national training program considerable energies to the California Ap- ous concerns with the safety of vaccines or for State and local prosecutors; H.R. 6295/S. prenticeship Council and the California Con- multiple vaccine schedules that may result in 3598, the ‘‘Drug Trafficking Vessel Interdiction stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- vaccine-related injuries. This legislation aims Act of 2008’’; H.R. 6838, the ‘‘Campus Safety ing on various state commissions. These were to build and maintain public confidence by put- Act of 2008’’; H.R. 4110/S. 973, the ‘‘Restitu- appointments over the decades by five Cali- ting measures in place to ensure the integrity tion for Victims of Crime Act of 2007’’ and fornia governors and covered a variety of and quality of vaccine-safety research. It is ab- H.R. 845, the ‘‘Criminal Restitution Improve- issues from fair housing to air pollution. One solutely necessary that the American public ment Act.’’ During the 111th Congress, Mario of the commissions dealt with children and have total and complete trust in the safety of has been integral to the progress of: H.R. 738, youth, reflecting his deep involvement in the our Nation’s vaccine program, which is why I the ‘‘Death in Custody Reporting Act of 2008’’; annual scholarship program established by the introduce this legislation today. H.R. 748, the ‘‘Center to Advance, Monitor, California Labor Federation. Mr. Gruhn was always politically active as a f and Preserve University Security (CAMPUS) means of supporting the causes he believed Safety Act of 2009’’; H.R. 503, the ‘‘Prevention GRATITUDE FOR THE SERVICE OF in. From campaigning for Franklin Roosevelt MARIO V. DISPENZA of Equine Cruelty Act of 2009’’; H.R. 1741, the at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- ‘‘Witness Security and Protection Grant Pro- venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. gram Act of 2009’’; H.R. 1667, the ‘‘War Profit- in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- OF MICHIGAN eering Prevention Act of 2009’’; and the De- ern California AFL Political League. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES partment of Justice reauthorization appropria- Mr. Gruhn was married to the former Doro- tions. thy Coon for over 37 years. Dorothy pre- Thursday, May 21, 2009 We would like to thank the ATF for their deceased him in 2005, and the couple are Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, Judiciary generosity in lending such an able, respon- survived by a large family of eight children, 14 Crime Subcommittee Chairman BOBBY SCOTT grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. and I would like to take this opportunity to sible, and genial member of their team to the Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to thank one of the most productive and dedi- Congress. Mario will be missed, for he has be- fight for working people, and all those with cated members of the Judiciary Committee come a trusted colleague, mentor, and friend whom he came in contact—from family and staff, Mario Dispenza. For the past two years, to many members of the staff and Committee. friends to political leaders and co-workers— Mario has served as a counsel for the Com- We wish him the best of luck and extend our drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fit- mittee, working principally with the Crime, Ter- deepest gratitude for his service and profes- ting in honoring him today to remember the re- rorism, and Homeland Security Subcommittee. sionalism. marks he always used to conclude his labor

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LYNN C. WOOLSEY an injury to all.’’ whom he came in contact—from family and OF CALIFORNIA f friends to political leaders and co-workers— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fit- Thursday, May 21, 2009 HONORING ALBIN GRUHN ting in honoring him today to remember the re- Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise with marks he always used to conclude his labor sadness today to honor Albin Gruhn of San HON. MIKE THOMPSON speeches: ‘‘In unity there is strength. United Anselmo, California, who passed away March OF CALIFORNIA we stand, divided we fall. An injury to one is 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Gruhn was a re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an injury to all.’’ spected and beloved labor leader and con- Thursday, May 21, 2009 f sumer rights activist whose calling was the Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam TRIBUTE TO CONGREGATION B’NAI welfare of the working people of California. His Speaker, I rise with sadness today to honor ISRAEL 36 years as president of the California Labor Albin Gruhn of San Anselmo, California, who Federation and his role as a founder of the passed away March 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Association of California Consumers were at HON. DONALD M. PAYNE Gruhn was a respected and beloved labor the heart of a remarkable career. OF NEW JERSEY leader and consumer rights activist whose Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES calling was the welfare of the working people 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for Thursday, May 21, 2009 the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined of California. His 36 years as president of the the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A California Labor Federation and his role as a Mr. PAYNE. Madam Speaker, I ask my col- strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths founder of the Association of California Con- leagues here in the House of Representatives of three union picketers and deeply affected sumers were at the heart of a remarkable ca- to join me as I rise to commend Congregation him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the reer. B’nai Israel in Millburn, New Jersey on its Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in labor movement. groundbreaking ceremony on Sunday, April He was also blacklisted as a result of his 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for 26, 2009. Congregation B’nai Israel, under the participation in the strike but soon found em- the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined leadership of Rabbi Steven Bayar decided to ployment in construction, joining the Laborers the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A commit to an over six million dollar renovation Local where his membership continued for strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths project in spite of the tenuous economy and over 60 years. At the age of 22, he became of three union picketers and deeply affected worrisome financial markets. secretary of the Central Labor Council of him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the Congregation B’nai Israel is blessed to have Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led that labor movement. financial commitments of $5.2 million from its council for over 20 years. He was also blacklisted as a result of his members for this important project. The most In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what participation in the strike but soon found em- significant part of the renovation will be a new, is now the California Labor Federation as dis- ployment in construction, joining the Laborers two story building for B’nai Israel’s nursery trict vice president and became its president in Local where his membership continued for and religious school. Fortunately, the decision 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- over 60 years. At the age of 22, he became to go ahead with the renovation will guarantee sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped secretary of the Central Labor Council of jobs for local construction crews and a rev- build the organization into a strong and effec- Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led that enue stream for suppliers of building mate- tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, council for over 20 years. rials. inspiring several generations of political and In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what It is a pleasure for me to celebrate with the labor leaders along the way. is now the California Labor Federation as dis- members of Congregation B’nai Israel, Rabbi During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a trict vice president and became its president in Bayar, Mayor Sandra Haimoff and others as founder of the Association of California Con- 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- they take this leap of faith in moving forward sumers, California’s first consumer group, and sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped with the project. This initiative will serve as a later became a founding officer and then build the organization into a strong and effec- model to other entities that may be contem- president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, plating similar projects but have been reluctant tion of California. He also devoted some of his inspiring several generations of political and to proceed in today’s challenging economic considerable energies to the California Ap- labor leaders along the way. times. It is this kind of dedication and stead- prenticeship Council and the California Con- During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a fastness that will help propel our Nation for- stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- founder of the Association of California Con- ward and bring us back to a sense of pros- ing on various state commissions. These were sumers, California’s first consumer group, and perity and hopefulness. appointments over the decades by five Cali- later became a founding officer and then Madam Speaker, I know my colleagues fornia governors and covered a variety of president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- agree that Congregation B’nai Israel has made issues from fair housing to air pollution. One tion of California. He also devoted some of his the right decision in continuing with its renova- of the commissions dealt with children and considerable energies to the California Ap- tion project and demonstrating its faith to the youth, reflecting his deep involvement in the prenticeship Council and the California Con- community it serves. I am pleased to recog- annual scholarship program established by the stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- nize Congregation B’nai Israel and proud to California Labor Federation. ing on various state commissions. These were have it in my Congressional District. Mr. Gruhn was always politically active as a appointments over the decades by five Cali- f means of supporting the causes he believed fornia governors and covered a variety of in. From campaigning for Franklin Roosevelt issues from fair housing to air pollution. One RECOGNITION FOR HISTORICAL at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- of the commissions dealt with children and SOLDIERS’ RELOCATION PROJECT venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged youth, reflecting his deep involvement in the in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- annual scholarship program established by the HON. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS ern California AFL Political League. California Labor Federation. OF ARIZONA Mr. Gruhn was married to the former Doro- Mr. Gruhn was always politically active as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thy Coon for over 37 years. Dorothy pre- means of supporting the causes he believed Thursday, May 21, 2009 deceased him in 2005, and the couple are in. From campaigning for Franklin Roosevelt survived by a large family of eight children, 14 at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- Ms. GIFFORDS. Madam Speaker, I rise grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged today to reaffirm a sacred principle that has Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- guided and inspired our Armed Forces for fight for working people, and all those with ern California AFL Political League. more than two centuries. That principle—

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Madam Speaker, I rise with TIENTS’ AND PHYSICIANS’ PRI- were carefully transported from Tucson to their sadness today to honor Albin Gruhn of San VACY ACT final resting place at the veterans cemetery in Anselmo, California, who passed away March Sierra Vista. 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Gruhn was a re- HON. RON PAUL OF TEXAS What made this ceremony so poignant was spected and beloved labor leader and con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not the journey from one Arizona city to an- sumer rights activist whose calling was the other. This reburial also was a journey through welfare of the working people of California. His Thursday, May 21, 2009 36 years as president of the California Labor time. These men who once wore the military Mr. PAUL. Madam Speaker, I rise to intro- Federation and his role as a founder of the uniform of our country died between the 1860s duce the Protect Patients’ and Physicians’ Pri- Association of California Consumers were at and 1880s. Their remains, as well as the re- vacy Act. This legislation protects medical pri- the heart of a remarkable career. vacy, as well as quality health care, by allow- mains of four civilians, were unearthed during Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in an excavation project in downtown Tucson. ing patients and physicians to opt out of any 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for federally mandated, created, or funded elec- My hometown has undergone many the Hammond Lumber Co., where he joined tronic medical records system. The bill also re- changes since the late 19th century. Then, Ar- the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. peals the sections of Federal law establishing izona was decades away from becoming a Shortly after, a strike resulted in the deaths of a ‘‘unique health identifier’’ and requires pa- state and our military was nothing like the three union picketers and deeply affected him, tient consent before any electronic medical global fighting force it is today. Yet then and resulting in a lifelong commitment to the labor records can be released to a third party. now we adhere to the principle that no soldier movement. Congress has refused to fund the develop- who died for his country should be left behind. Mr. Gruhn was also blacklisted as a result ment of a unique health identifier every year of his participation in the strike but soon found This principle—like the Constitution these sol- since 1998. Clearly, the majority of my col- employment in construction, joining the Labor- diers fought to defend—transcends eras and leagues recognize the threat this scheme ers Local, where his membership continued endures through the ages. poses to medical privacy. It is past time for for over 60 years. At the age of 22, he be- Congress to repeal the section of law author- The reaffirmation of this principle would not came secretary of the Central Labor Council izing the Federal unique health identifier. have been possible without the men and of Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led Among the numerous provisions jammed women of the Historical Soldiers’ Relocation that council for over 20 years. into the stimulus bill, which was rushed Project who dedicated their time and energy to In 1940, Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what through Congress earlier this year, was fund- make sure our soldiers were given an honor- is now the California Labor Federation as dis- ing for electronic medical records. Medicare able and dignified burial. These patriotic citi- trict vice president and became its president in providers have until 2015 to ‘‘voluntarily’’ zens worked tirelessly to organize a ceremony 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- adopt the system of electronic medical that would reflect the significance of the occasion until his retirement in 1996. He helped records, or face financial penalties. sion. No detail was overlooked, from the Vic- build the organization into a strong and effec- One of the major flaws with the federally torian style cemetery to the marble tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, mandated electronic record system is that it headstones made for each of the deceased. inspiring several generations of political and does not provide adequate privacy protection. labor leaders along the way. The flag covering each casket was the thirty- Electronic medical records that are part of the During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a five star flag—the flag under which these sol- federal system will only receive the protection founder of the Association of California Con- granted by the Federal ‘‘medical privacy rule.’’ diers once served. sumers, California’s first consumer group, and This misnamed rule actually protects the abil- The remains of the soldiers were given later became a founding officer and then ity of government officials and state-favored every honor we should give all who have president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- special interests to view private medical served our nation in the Armed Forces. The tion of California. He also devoted some of his records without patient consent. soldiers were placed among the other honored considerable energies to the California Ap- Even if the law did not authorize violations dead of our military after being escorted by prenticeship Council and the California Con- of medical privacy, patients would still have more than 200 veterans on motorcycles from stitution Revision Commission, and various good reason to be concerned about the gov- Tucson to their new resting place at the other state commissions. These were appoint- ernment’s ability to protect their medical Southern Arizona Veterans Memorial Ceme- ments over the decades by five California gov- records. After all, we are all familiar with cases tery. I was honored to be a part of this escort. ernors and covered a variety of issues from where third parties obtained access to elec- fair housing to air pollution. One of the com- tronic veteran, tax, and other records because All of this would not have been possible missions dealt with children and youth, reflect- of errors made by federal bureaucrats. My col- without the commitment of the members of the ing his deep involvement in the annual schol- leagues should also consider the abuse of IRS Historical Soldiers’ Relocation Project. They arship program established by the California records by administrations of both parties and are: Joey Strickland, Joe Larson, Bob Strain, Labor Federation. ask themselves what would happen if unscru- Larry McKim, Ingrid Ballie, Tom Dingwall, Earl Mr. Gruhn was always politically active as a pulous politicians gain the power to access Devine, Col. Bob White, Dr. Randy Groth, Dan means of supporting the causes he believed their political enemies’ electronic medical Ferguson, Donald Nelson, Paul Weishaupt, in. From campaigning for Franklin Roosevelt records. Angela Moncur, Bill Hess, Ty Holland, Mike at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- As an OB/GYN with over 30 years of experi- Rutherford, John Clabourne, Lynn Roehsler, venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged ence in private practice, I understand that one Dave Schultz, Jan Groth, Joe Smith, Phil in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- of the foundations of quality health care is the Vega, Stephen Siemsen, Clarence ‘‘Shorty’’ ern California AFL Political League. patient’s confidence that all information the pa- Larson, Timothy J. Quinn, Jim Bellomy, Jacob Mr. Gruhn was married to the former Doro- tient shares with his or her health care pro- Loveron, Jeremiah Sprat, Logan Daynes, 1st thy Coon for over 37 years. Dorothy pre- vider will remain confidential. Forcing physi- Sgt. Matthew A. Putnam, LCDR Shannon deceased him in 2005, and the couple is sur- cians to place their patients’ medical records Willits, SSGT Timothy Diggs, David Schreiner, vived by a large family of eight children, 14 in a system without adequate privacy protec- John Prokop, Roger Anyon, Marlessa Gray grandchildren, and 17 great-grandchildren. tion undermines that confidence, and thus un- Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to M.A. RPA, Dorothy Ohman, Jim De Castro. dermines effective medical treatment. fight for working people, and all those with A physician opt out is also necessary in I commend them for their work on this im- whom he came in contact—from family and order to allow physicians to escape from the portant project and for ensuring we rightfully friends to political leaders and co-workers— inefficiencies and other problems that are sure honor all those who have put on the uniform drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fit- to occur in the implementation and manage- to serve our country. ting in honoring him today to remember the re- ment of the Federal system. Contrary to the

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For example, David Kibbe, a top endangered and very rare Hawaiian orange- Thursday, May 21, 2009 technology adviser to the American Academy black damselfly (the largest population in the Mrs. MALONEY. Madam Speaker, today I of Family Physicians, warned President state), and a number of native endemic birds. am reintroducing an important piece of legisla- Obama in an open letter late last year that ex- Humpback whales and spinner dolphins also tion with my colleagues Mr. SMITH, Mr. KEN- isting medical software is often poorly de- frequent the area. The Ka‘u Coast also boasts NEDY, Mr. BURTON, and Mr. ACKERMAN that will signed and does a poor job of exchanging in- some of the best remaining examples of na- protect infants and young children from mer- formation. Allowing physicians to opt out pro- tive coastal vegetation in Hawaii. cury, a known neurotoxin, in vaccines. This vides a safety device to ensure that physicians The archeological resources related to an- legislation builds on the policy recommenda- can avoid the problems that will inevitably ac- cient Hawaiian settlements within the study tions issued in July 1999 by the Public Health company the government-mandated system. area are also very impressive. These include Service, the American Academy of Pediatrics, Madam Speaker, allowing patients and pro- dwelling complexes, heiau (religious shrines), and the American Academy of Family Physi- viders to opt out of the electronic medical walls, fishing and canoe houses or sheds, bur- cians. That policy proclaimed ‘‘[The] Public records system will in no way harm the prac- ial sites, petroglyphs, water and salt collection Health Service, the American Academy of Pe- tice of medicine or the development of an effi- sites, caves, and trails. The Ala Kahakai Na- diatrics, and vaccine manufacturers agree that cient system of keeping medical records. In- tional Historic Trail runs through the study thimerosal-containing vaccines should be re- stead, it will enhance these worthy goals by area. moved as soon as possible.’’ Mercury is well ensuring patients and physicians can escape The Ka‘u Coast is a truly remarkable area: established as a neurotoxin and is particularly the inefficient, one-size-fits-all government- its combination of natural, archeological, cul- harmful to the developing central nervous sys- mandated system. By creating a market for al- tural, and recreational resources, as well as its tem. Given that mercury remains in some ternatives to the government system, the op- spectacular viewscapes, are an important part childhood vaccines and that some infants are out ensures that private businesses can work of Hawaii’s and our nation’s natural and cul- likely to receive mercury-containing flu vaccine to develop systems that meet the demands for tural heritage. I believe a full feasibility study, in the upcoming flu season this bill puts in an efficient system of electronic records that which was recommended in the reconnais- statute definite timelines for the elimination of protects patients’ privacy. I urge my col- sance survey, will confirm that the area meets mercury from vaccines to eliminate this expo- leagues to stand up for privacy and quality the National Park Services high standards as sure in children and reduce this exposure in health care by cosponsoring the Protect Pa- an area of national significance. adults. It is incumbent upon us to ensure the tients’ and Physicians’ Privacy Act. I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- immunizations we provide our children are f porting this bill. free from harmful neurotoxins, which is why I proudly introduce this legislation. INTRODUCTION OF THE KA‘U f f COAST PRESERVATION ACT RECOGNIZING JUDITH BISHOP HONORING RICHARD C. PROTO HON. MAZIE K. HIRONO OF HAWAII HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS HON. JOHN B. LARSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS OF CONNECTICUT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 21, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 21, 2009 Ms. HIRONO. Madam Speaker, I rise today Thursday, May 21, 2009 to introduce the Ka‘u Coast Preservation Act, Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Madam a bill directing the National Park Service to as- today to recognize Judith Bishop, who is retir- Speaker, I rise today in honor of Richard C. sess the feasibility of designating coastal ing as Executive Director of the Fort Worth & Proto, former Director of Research for the lands on the Ka‘u Coast of the island of Ha- Tarrant County YWCA at the end of May, United States National Security Agency. A waii between Kapao‘o Point and Kahuku Point 2009. great civil servant to our nation, Mr. Proto was as a unit of the National Park System. The YWCA of Fort Worth & Tarrant County born and raised in Connecticut, and he at- Late last year, the National Park Service offers programs at three different facilities in tended New Haven public schools growing up. issued a reconnaissance report that made a the Dallas/Fort Worth area. The programs pro- He played with the Wilbur Cross 1958 New preliminary assessment of whether the Ka‘u vide various services and promote increased England High School basketball champions Coast would meet the National Park Service’s financial growth, leadership, education and and received his bachelor’s degree in mathe- demanding criteria as a resource of national training opportunities for women. These facili- matics from Fairfield University in Fairfield, significance. ties also provide safe housing, child care, cri- Connecticut. Mr. Proto went on to receive his The reconnaissance survey concluded that sis intervention, and social services transition- Master’s degree in mathematics from Boston ‘‘based upon the significance of the resources ally homeless women. College in 1964 and joined the NSA following in the study area, and the current integrity and Ms. Bishop has served as the Executive Di- graduation, where he remained for 35 years. intact condition of these resources, a prelimi- rector of the Fort Worth & Tarrant County During his time with the NSA, Mr. Proto re- nary finding of national significance and suit- YWCA for twenty years. During her time as ceived the Presidential Rank Award for Distin- ability can be concluded.’’ The report goes on Executive Director, Ms. Bishop has shown guished Service and the National Intelligence to recommend that Congress proceed with a continued dedication to providing community Distinguished Service Medal. After his retire- full resource study of the area. service and helping those in need. Judith has ment in 1999, he remained an advisor to the Although under significant development been persistent in her mission to ensure that intelligence community, the national labora- pressure, the coastline of Ka‘u is still largely all children, regardless of circumstance, have tories, and the Institute for Defense Analysis unspoiled. The study area contains significant the same opportunity to be successful in life. at Princeton, until his death in July of 2008. natural, geological, and archeological features. Madam Speaker, it is with great apprecia- In a formal ceremony on May 18, 2009, the The northern part of the study area is adjacent tion that I rise today to honor the accomplish- United States NSA dedicated its Symposium to Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and con- ments of Judith Bishop. I salute Ms. Bishop for Center to Richard C. Proto, in honor and rec- tains a number of noteworthy geological fea- all of her hard work and altruism. I am con- ognition of his dedicated service to the agen- tures, including an ancient lava tube known as fident that her contributions to the YWCA will cy. During the ceremony, Mr. Proto was the Great Crack, which the National Park touch lives for years to come. It is an honor praised by his former colleagues and recog- Service has expressed interest in acquiring in to represent Judith Bishop and the YWCA of nized for his creation of the still-relied upon the past. Fort Worth and Tarrant County in the 26th ‘‘Proto Algorithm.’’ Mr. Proto’s family was The study area includes both black and Congressional District of the U.S. House of present and participated in the ceremony. green sand beaches as well as a significant Representatives. Family members included his brother, Neil

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1244 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 Proto, sister, Diana Proto Avino, and four of A TRIBUTE IN RECOGNITION OF lasting personal and professional relationships. Mr. Proto’s cousins. THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF Other specialized courses and workshops will JAPAN AMERICA SOCIETY OF ¯ His parents, Matthew and Celeste Proto, be offered, including shodo (Japanese callig- SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA raphy). In addition, the Center will cater to na- were active in Connecticut’s civic and political tive Japanese speakers living in Los Angeles life. Celeste immigrated to the United States in HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD by providing English conversation (ESL) class- 1916 from Italy. Mr. Proto’s pride for his Italian OF CALIFORNIA es and a Japanese Language Teacher Train- heritage led him to also found the Antonio IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing Program. Gatto Lodge of the Sons of Italy in Laurel, The society also plans to expand the ele- Thursday, May 21, 2009 Maryland. mentary school Hitachi Japanese Kite Work- Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Madam Speaker, I I am honored to join with others in praise for shops that take place throughout Southern rise today to recognize the Japan America So- California, including Los Angeles, every fall. this remarkably-gifted and dedicated public ciety of Southern California, a non-profit chari- The workshops are ‘‘hands-on,’’ in-classroom servant from Connecticut. Mr. Proto’s strategic table and educational organization dedicated special events that help to teach our very and practical aid to the protection of our nation to fostering friendship, understanding and rela- young children the concept of different per- and our country’s troops—from the Cold War tionship building opportunities for the people of spectives. They also provide a positive intro- to the Gulf War—is deserving of recognition Japan and the United States, on the occasion duction to Japan and Japanese culture and admiration. I ask my colleagues to join of its 100th Anniversary. through the building of a traditional Japanese with me in honoring the life of this great man. Sixteen American and Japanese volunteer kite. Led by Japanese kite masters from leaders in Los Angeles founded the Japan Japan, elementary students learn how to build f America Society of Southern California in and fly a Japanese bamboo and washi (rice 1909. These visionaries understood the long- paper) kite. To date, nearly 4,000 students 2009 TOP COPS—SERGEANT PAUL term role that such a unique organization have benefited from this program. E. JOHNSON could play in their diverse community and Madam Speaker, on the occasion of the were committed to its establishment during a Japan America Society of Southern Califor- period of increasing anti-Asian sentiment. The nia’s 100th Anniversary, I join today with fel- HON. DAVID G. REICHERT fledgling society soon grew to as many as 800 low leaders from throughout the state in rec- members by the time of the opening in Los ognizing Board Chairman Robert Brasch, Co- OF WASHINGTON Angeles of the first Consulate General of Vice Chairs Kappei Morishita and Nancy Woo IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Japan in 1915. Hiromoto, President Douglas Erber, the Board Since those early, formative years, the of Directors, the Board of Governors and the Thursday, May 21, 2009 Japan America Society has undertaken the organization’s employees and members for primary responsibility for forging relationships Mr. REICHERT. Madam Speaker, I rise their outstanding work to promote mutual un- between Americans and the Japanese in today recognizing the outstanding law enforce- derstanding and friendship between Japan Southern California. Its mission is to promote and the United States. I extend my thanks on ment officers across our country who received mutual understanding and to strengthen eco- behalf of the residents of the 34th Congres- a 2009 TOP COPS award from the National nomic, cultural, governmental and personal re- sional District for their passion to provide edu- Association of Police Organizations, NAPO. lationships between Americans and the Japa- cational opportunities for school children and Today, especially, I want to highlight the work nese. their determination to strengthen economic, of a Sergeant in my home state of Washington The Japan America Society offers unique cultural, governmental and personal relation- and thank him for his exemplary public serv- opportunities to become involved in the busi- ships between Americans and Japanese, and ice. ness and cultural relationship between the two I wish them many years of continued success. countries. Its active calendar of events in- f Sergeant Paul E. Johnson of the Olympia cludes breakfast and luncheon programs, Police Department was recognized as an Hon- business networking mixers, weekend family EDWIN WAY TEALE HISTORICAL orable Mention TOP COPS award recipient. events, and programs highlighting art, music, MARKER Johnson, a Sergeant in the Patrol Unit, is a fashion, film, performing arts and other special 29-year veteran of the Olympia Police Depart- activities. Annual events include the Anniver- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY ment and has served in various capacities, in- sary Gala Dinner, Golf Classic & Tennis Open, OF INDIANA cluding several stints as a detective, as well Family Fishing Trip and Family Whale Watch IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cruise, Japan America Kite Festival  and as serving as Sergeant in the Narcotics Task Thursday, May 21, 2009 Force and Detective Bureau. Johnson is United States-Japan Green Conference. Throughout the year of its Centennial, the Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it is my known department- and city-wide for his atten- Japan America Society is celebrating its his- distinct honor to take this time to recognize tion to detail, his professionalism working with tory by presenting an extraordinary series of the Indiana Historic Bureau’s unveiling of one residents and staff, and the pride with which programs focusing on the United States-Japan of their 500 historical markers to honor the he wears his uniform: all hallmarks of policing relationship. It will showcase Japan-related late Pulitzer Prize author, photographer, natu- ‘‘the Olympia way’’, a policy guided by profes- programming through collaborations with nu- ralist, and former Porter County, Indiana, resi- sional enforcement, prevention, planning and merous Japanese-American and Japanese or- dent, Edwin Way Teale (1899–1980). The his- coordination. Johnson’s son, Corey, is also an ganizations, and other cultural and educational torical marker is located at the center of officer with the Olympia Police Department organizations throughout Southern California Furnessville, Indiana, where Edwin Way Teale and I wish him the very best throughout his and Japan. and his family once lived. Furnessville, a com- career in law enforcement. The Japan America Society’s Centennial munity with undefined borders, lies between Dinner & Gala Celebration, scheduled for June Pine and Westchester townships, at the north As a 33-year veteran of law enforcement 15, 2009, at The Globe Theatre, Universal end of Porter County. An unveiling ceremony and the co-chair of the Congressional Law En- Studios Hollywood, will commemorate the im- of the historical marker will take place on Sat- forcement Caucus, this is a topic close to my portant role of the United States-Japan rela- urday, May 30, 2009, in the center of heart and it is a pleasure to recognize a won- tionship, past, present and future. Furnessville near Musette Lewry, estate of the derful public servant such as Sergeant Paul E. The future agenda of the Japan America late American Naturalist, Edwin Way Teale. Johnson—and the rest of the recipients Society includes the establishment of a Japan Edwin Way Teale put Furnessville on the around the country—for being honored by America Language Center that will offer com- map with his autobiographical book Dune Boy: NAPO with a TOP COPS award. As this prehensive introductory, advanced and busi- The Early Years of a Naturalist. The book was House and law enforcement officers continue ness Japanese-language courses for Los An- an account of the time he spent as a child on geles residents. These language courses will the farm owned by his grandparents, Edwin to serve the people of the United States, I be designed to build and improve upon the and Jemina Way, discovering the dunes of know this House will continue to serve and language skills of non-native Japanese speak- Northwest Indiana. In 1915, his grandparents’ support our law enforcement officers. ers so they can more fully appreciate Japa- farm burned down. Next, The Maples, in the nese history and culture and open doors to center of Furnessville, became home to his

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE May 21, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1245 grandparents, and many years later, was the majority of the greyhounds to shelters in the Commerce as they celebrate 100 years of ex- home of Teale’s wife, Nellie, and their son, mainland. cellence. David. Eventually, Musette Lewry was built on Chartered in 1989, GAIN is a non-profit or- Founded in 1909 when the Board of Trade this foundation. Trent D. Pendley, who pur- ganization dedicated to preventing cruelty to- merged with the Commercial Club, the chased Teale’s home in Furnessville, applied ward animals and to providing shelter for ani- 150,000 Club, and the Freight Bureau, the for the State Historical Marker, which was ap- mals in need. GAIN’s efforts have also in- Dallas Chamber of Commerce has emerged proved in October 2007 by the Indiana State cluded educating our community on animal over a century as one of the largest member- Library after undergoing significant study. welfare. In 2001, GAIN expanded its services driven organizations of businesses in the na- There are only about 500 of these larger by assuming management and operation of tion. Membership currently represents 3,000 markers throughout the State of Indiana. The our island’s animal shelter. businesses of all sizes and consists cumula- criteria for the State Historical Marker is based GAIN has led numerous initiatives over the tively of 600,000 employees. The Dallas Re- on the national significance of the site or hon- years to improve animal welfare on Guam. It gional Chamber is committed to the better- oree. has been instrumental in taking stray animals ment of the region through active involvement Edwin Way Teale was born on June 2, off the streets and reducing the number of in public policy, economic development, and 1899, in Joliet, Illinois. As a child, his fondest stray animals through the annual Spay Neuter member engagement. memories were the summer months he spent Assistance Program, operated by visiting and The Dallas-Fort Worth area has grown sig- local veterinarians and volunteers. This pro- on the Furnessville farm owned by his grand- nificantly in the past century and the Dallas gram has resulted in the sterilization of over parents. It was this time spent in Indiana, as Chamber has been there through all of it. In- 3,500 dogs and cats. GAIN also successfully a child, that became the backdrop for Teale to stitutions such as Southern Methodist Univer- partnered with local businesses and commu- discover his love, respect, and wonder of na- sity, the Federal Reserve Bank, DFW airport, nity organizations to provide support through UT Southwestern Medical Center, and DART ture. His grandparents gave him the freedom the Adopt a Kennel project. These businesses to explore the surrounding landscape, which rail have all grown and benefited from the con- and organizations are recognized with a sign tributions of the Dallas Chamber. became the most significant influence on his placed on their sponsored kennel. Further- future career as a writer and naturalist. Teale The Chamber has also been active in the more, GAIN has facilitated the adoption of effort to ensure the region’s future success went on to study English Literature and re- thousands of animals by caring pet owners ceived a Bachelor of the Arts degree from through its educational outreach programs. through their Shelter Adoption Program. Programs such as the Job Shadowing pro- Earlham College in Richmond, Indiana. During GAIN recently received national attention re- gram and the Principal Executive Partnership, this time, he met his wife, Nellie Donovan, and sulting from their efforts to help over two hun- which builds relationships between educational they were married in 1923. Teale then began dred greyhounds that needed homes after the and business leaders, illustrate the Dallas his writing career after graduating with a Mas- sudden closure of the greyhound race track on ter of the Arts degree from Columbia Univer- Guam. For several months after the track’s Chamber of Commerce’s investment in as- sity in 1926. Edwin and Nellie had one son, closure, GAIN rescued abandoned grey- pects of our region’s education to help provide David, who died in battle during World War II. hounds in villages and remote areas. The or- for a well trained workforce and a stronger In honor of their son, Edwin and Nellie col- ganization and its members cared for these North Texas economy for the future. laborated on a four-book series detailing nat- greyhounds and searched for responsible pet Madam Speaker, I commend the Dallas ural seasonal changes across the United owners in our community to adopt them. GAIN Chamber for its long-standing service to the States. In 1965, Teale won the Pulitzer Prize worked with the management of the former North Texas region, and I congratulate the or- for Wandering Through Winter, a book that race track to address the large number of ganization on its centennial anniversary. was part of this series, which is an account of greyhounds needing adoptive homes. GAIN f the four winter months he and his wife spent partnered with mainland greyhound advocacy INTRODUCTION OF NATIONAL traveling through the United States. He also groups to help rescue the greyhounds on TRAILS DAY RESOLUTION won the John Burroughs Award for nature Guam, including the Greyhound Protection writing, and went on to publish thirty books in League; Home Stretch Greys; North Coast Greyhound; and Greyhound Friends of Massa- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER his lifetime. Edwin Way Teale passed away on OF OREGON chusetts. Continental Airlines contributed to October 18, 1980. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker, I ask you and my other this effort by providing discounted air fares to distinguished colleagues to join me in com- transport some greyhounds on flights to the Thursday, May 21, 2009 mending the Indiana Historic Bureau’s unveil- mainland. Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, as ing of the State Historical Marker to honor one The greyhound rescue effort was a signifi- co-chair of the House Trails Caucus, I am of Northwest Indiana’s finest citizens, Edwin cant and combined effort for Guam’s animal pleased to introduce a resolution highlighting Way Teale. For his notable, and highly re- welfare community. Under GAIN’ s leadership, National Trails Day, which will fall this year spectable literary and environmental influence non-profit organizations and community on June 6, 2009. both nationally and in Northwest Indiana, he is groups worked together to provide care and National Trails Day, which was founded by worthy of the highest praise. I respectfully ask medical services to the greyhounds. As a re- the American Hiking Society, is held every you and my other distinguished colleagues sult of GAIN’s efforts, to date, 136 greyhounds year on the first Saturday of June. It is a day join me in honoring Edwin Way Teale and ac- have been successfully relocated to shelters of public events celebrating trails coordinated knowledging the Indiana State Historical Mark- and homes in the mainland and 23 grey- by the American Hiking Society in partnership er in his name as a tremendous source of hounds have been adopted in local homes. with local trail clubs, parks, government agen- This rescue effort continues as GAIN and its pride for Northwest Indiana. cies, and businesses. On this day, more than volunteers work to locate the remaining aban- f 1,500 trails events will take place around the doned greyhounds and to find homes for all country, including hiking, paddling, biking, COMMENDING GUAM ANIMALS IN the dogs from the former race track. horseback riding, bird watching, running, trail NEED (GAIN) I commend the Guam Animals In Need or- maintenance, and other activities. ganization for their service to our community I am introducing this resolution to highlight and for their commitment to caring for animals the importance of this day and to call attention HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO on Guam. OF GUAM to our Nation’s network of trails. Trails improve f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our quality of life, whether they are urban paths running through major metropolitan Thursday, May 21, 2009 CONGRATULATING THE DALLAS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE’S 100TH areas or wilderness tracks leading to remote Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I rise ANNIVERSARY mountaintops. Some of my favorite moments today to commend the Guam Animals in have been spent running or biking on the Leif Need, GAIN, organization for their service to HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Erickson Trail in Forest Park or hiking on the our community and for their leadership in a re- Timberline Trail around Mount Hood. OF TEXAS cent effort to rescue greyhounds. After a grey- Trails provide Americans with opportunities IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hound race track closed on Guam, GAIN led to engage in activities that improve our phys- efforts to rescue the greyhounds by finding Thursday, May 21, 2009 ical and mental health and they promote a caring owners on island to adopt the aban- Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I am greater understanding of nature and a connec- doned dogs, and by helping to transport the proud to recognize the Dallas Chamber of tion to communities. In addition, the hundreds

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VISCLOSKY Within our military, servicemen and women and ideas of National Trails Day, encourages OF INDIANA demonstrate the highest level of heroism and people to observe National Trails Day, and ap- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bravery. The presence of these heroes makes plauds national, State, and community agen- Thursday, May 21, 2009 our nation stronger and safer. The loss of any cies and groups for their work in promoting service member is painful. This Memorial Day Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, this Me- awareness about trails. we, as we should ever day, honor and give morial Day Weekend, we remember the brave I hope my colleagues will join me in cele- thanks to these men, and all other Soldiers, men and women who have given their lives in brating National Trails Day and recognizing Marines, Sailors and Airmen who have given battle, and we also honor the veterans who the value of America’s 200,000–mile trail net- their lives in service to our country. We mourn served in prior engagements and the troops work. On June 6, I hope we can all take time their loss, and we offer prayers to their fami- currently in uniform. Throughout our history, to join our constituents in doing trail mainte- lies. God bless our service members and their brave Americans have fought for freedom and nance, hiking, or another fun outdoor activity families. in honor of this day. democracy around the world, and today we remember them for their noble service. We f f honor our troops and veterans through our PERSONAL EXPLANATION IN RECOGNITION OF DR. RHEA deeds and our words, reaffirming our commit- PAUL ment to support our troops and providing our HON. DIANA DeGETTE veterans with the benefits they deserve. OF COLORADO Over the last few years, Congress has HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES made historic gains for America’s troops, vet- OF CONNECTICUT Thursday, May 21, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erans, and military families. Among these accomplishments include a New GI Bill to re- Ms. DEGETTE. Madam Speaker, during Thursday, May 21, 2009 store the promise of a full, four-year college final consideration of H.R. 627, Credit Card- Ms. DELAURO. Madam Speaker, I rise to education for Iraq and Afghanistan veterans, holders’ Bill of Rights Act of 2009, I inadvert- recognize Dr. Rhea Paul, a resident of Milford, the largest increase in history for veterans’ ently voted ‘‘aye’’ on roll call vote 277 when I Connecticut, for her lifetime of dedication to healthcare and other services, and significant had intended to vote ‘‘nay″. I would like the the improvement of quality-of-life for children strides in rebuilding the American military and record to reflect that I am proud of my long who suffer from language and significant de- strengthening other benefits for our troops and support of sensible policies and regulations velopmental disorders, for serving as a teach- military families. This Memorial Day I pledge that promote the health and safety of children ing professor who has mentored hundreds of to continue this critical work to put America’s and families from gun violence, including with- undergraduate and graduate students, and for troops and veterans first. in our parks. contributing extensively to the research in au- I know that more remains to be done. I will f tism and language disorders as she prepares never stop fighting to ensure we do right by for her investiture as President of the Con- the men and women who serve our nation and EARMARK DECLARATION necticut Speech-Language-Hearing Associa- defend our freedom. This Memorial Day, tion. please join me in paying tribute to the brave HON. STEVEN C. LaTOURETTE Dr. Paul currently serves as a Professor at men and women from Northwest Indiana, and OF OHIO the Edward Zigler Center in Child Develop- all of America, who gave their lives in defense IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment and Social Policy within the Yale Univer- of freedom and democracy. Thursday, May 21, 2009 sity School of Medicine, where in 2008 she f became the first woman in her field to be Mr. LATOURETTE. Madam Speaker, pursu- awarded a Yale professorship. She has pub- RECOGNITION OF SERVICE MEN ant to the Republican Leadership standards lished over 70 papers in refereed journals and AND WOMEN FROM NEW JER- on earmarks, I am submitting the following in- her textbook, Language Disorders from In- SEY’S 3RD CD, MEMORIAL DAY formation for publication in the CONGRES- fancy Through Adolescence: Assessment and 2009 SIONAL RECORD regarding earmarks I received Intervention, is considered the gold standard as part of H.R. 915, the FAA Reauthorization by scholars, clinicians and students alike. HON. JOHN H. ADLER Act of 2009. Requesting Member: Congressman STEVEN Dr. Paul, who specializes in autism studies OF NEW JERSEY C. LATOURETTE. and preliteracy development, has been the re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cipient of numerous awards in recognition of Bill Number: H.R. 915. Thursday, May 21, 2009 Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Lake her enormous contribution to the field of County, OH Speech Communication Disorders including Mr. ADLER. Madam Speaker, in honor of Address of Requesting Entity: 1885 Lost the Millar Award for Faculty Excellence in Memorial Day, May 25, 2009, I would like to recognize service members from the 3rd Con- Nation Road, Willoughby, OH 44094 USA. 1988, an American Speech-Language-Hearing Description of Request: To authorize and Association Fellowship in 1991, the Editor’s gressional District of New Jersey that have made the ultimate sacrifice in Operations Iraqi make funds available to Lake County, OH for Award from the American Journal of Speech- the purchase of Lost Nation airport from the Language Pathology in 1996, and the Faculty and Enduring Freedom: SPC Ryan Baker, United States Army— City of Willoughby. The transaction will help Scholar Award from Southern Connecticut maintain the capacity of the national aviation State University in 1999. She is the widow of Browns Mills, NJ SSG Robert Chiomento, United States system. Up to $1,220,000 will be made avail- Dr. Charles Isenberg, who passed away in Army—Fort Dix, NJ able to Lake County, OH for the purchase. 1997, and the proud mother of three grown CPT Gregory Dalessio, United States f children. Army—Cherry Hill, NJ Today, I would like to recognize Dr. Rhea PFC Vincent Frassetto, United States Ma- TRIBUTE TO PAT BOONE Paul as she begins her term as leader of Con- rine Corps Reserves—Toms River, NJ necticut’s professional association of speech- SGT Bryan Freeman, United States Army Reserves—Lumberton, NJ HON. ZACH WAMP language pathologists, audiologists, and pro- OF TENNESSEE fessional affiliates. I am truly proud that such SSGT Anthony Goodwin, United States Marine Corps—Westampton, NJ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an accomplished woman resides in my Con- SSG Terry Hemingway, United States Thursday, May 21, 2009 gressional District, and grateful for the energy Army—Willingboro, NJ and advocacy Dr. Paul demonstrates on be- MAJ Dwayne Kelley, United States Army Mr. WAMP. Madam Speaker, today I rise to half of children with communication disorders Reserves—Willingboro, NJ honor the legendary singer, actor and author

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE May 21, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1247 Pat Boone of Nashville, Tennessee, for his Mayor for nine years, a City Councilman for Americans. One industry that is particularly 75th birthday on June 1. I want to take a mo- seven years and a member of the city’s Park hard hit is the trucking industry. The effects of ment to recognize his tremendous accomplish- Board for four years. His experience sup- high gas prices on the trucking industry will be ments and thank him for all he has contributed ported his philosophy that Mayor is not a posi- reflected in increased costs for numerous con- to Tennessee, our country and across the tion you start at, rather a position you work up sumer goods, thus further harming American world. to. Carey is known as a principled and ethical consumers. Pat continues to give back to the community leader with a calming effect on the community. through charitable and educational organiza- Although he is leaving his position on the Unfortunately, many proposals to address tions. For 32 years, he has played a signifi- City Council, his hard work has resulted in the problem of higher energy prices involve in- cant role in the growth and success of Bethel projects that will serve as a reminder of his creasing government interference in the mar- Bible Village, a residential group home in my work for years to come. Under his leadership, ket through policies such as price controls. hometown of Chattanooga, Tennessee, that Lewisville has seen the securing of new fund- These big government solutions will, at best, provides a happy, healthy and godly environ- ing for infrastructure and neighborhood improve ineffective and, at worst, bring back the ment for children of families in crisis. Through provements, and the revitalization of Old Town fuel shortages and gas lines of the seventies. golf tournaments, banquets and auctions, Pat Lewisville. Mayor Carey has offered strong Instead of expanding government, Congress has helped raise more than $2.7 million for guidance at a time when the city saw valued should repeal Federal laws and polices that this ministry and the families it serves. economic developments. He, along with his raise the price of gas, either directly through Before graduating from Columbia University fellow City Council members also worked hard taxes or indirectly though regulations that dis- in 1958, Pat had already signed a multi-million to provide a new jail facility. courage the development of new fuel sources. dollar recording contract and had various tele- During Mayor Carey’s tenure, Lewisville saw This is why my legislation repeals the Federal vision and movie deals, including hosting The major efforts to improve the overall quality of moratorium on offshore drilling and allows oil Pat Boone Chevy Show. Through the course life for its citizens with passage of parks and exploration in the ANWR reserve in Alaska. of his successful career, Pat started two library funding that has resulted in a new li- record companies and released more than 30 brary and several areas where families can My bill also ensures that the National Environ- Gold Record albums, including ‘‘Ain’t That a safely gather to enjoy a day away from hectic mental Policy Act’s environmental impact Shame,’’ which climbed the charts to number schedules. He was a strong advocate for a statement requirement will no longer be used one in 1955. He is the Billboard number ten cultural arts center that will soon break as a tool to force refiners to waste valuable all-time top record artist and a member of the ground. time and capital on nuisance litigation. The Af- Gospel Music Hall of Fame. His work has earned him the respect of fel- fordable Gas Price Act also provides tax in- Pat’s writings are as well known as his en- low public servants. Council members will be centives to encourage investment in new refin- tertainment and have been translated into mul- quick to tell you that Carey always made sure eries. tiple languages, allowing people across the all citizens had their voice heard, whether the Federal fuel taxes are a major part of gaso- world to read his works. His first book, Twixt issue be large or small. A fellow Council Mem- line’s cost. The Affordable Gas Price Act sus- Twelve and Twenty, was a number-one best- ber stated, ‘‘For 20 years, Gene Carey served pends the Federal gasoline tax any time the seller in the 1950s and can now be found in with honor and integrity. With his quiet humility average gas prices exceeds $3.00 per gallon. school and church libraries across the nation. he has led the City Council and staff in mak- During the suspension, the Federal Govern- Pat Boone has proven himself an inspiring ing Lewisville one of the best places to live in ment will have a legal responsibility to ensure and successful writer, authoring more than 15 North Texas’’. the Federal highway trust fund remains fund- books. Gene Carey is also respected for his deeds ed. My bill also raises the amount of mileage Pat has served as the National Spokesman beyond city government. He is family man and reimbursement not subject to taxes, and, dur- for the March of Dimes, the National Associa- a member of Lakeland Baptist Church. He ing times of high oil prices, provides the same tion of the Blind and other worthy charities. As served as President of Christian Community the Entertainment Chairman of the National Action in Lewisville and is a graduate of the mileage reimbursement benefit to charity and Easter Seal telethon, Pat helped raise over Lewisville Citizen’s Police Academy. He also medical organizations as provided to busi- $600 million dollars to help handicapped chil- has the distinction of Honorary Police Officer. nesses. dren and adults. He currently is helping build He is a professional with a well known sense Misguided and outdated trade polices are a worldwide Internet ‘‘blood bank’’ to help of humor. also artificially raising the price of gas. For in- solve the recurring blood shortages in certain It is with great honor that I recognize Mayor stance, even though Russia and Kazakhstan parts of the world. Gene Carey for his years of hard work and allow their citizens the right and opportunity to Pat and his wife of 55 years, Shirley, initi- dedication given to the citizens of Lewisville emigrate, they are still subject to Jackson- ated Mercy Corps, one of the most respected and North Texas. I am proud to represent him Vanik sanctions, even though Jackson-Vanik humanitarian relief organizations in the world. in Washington. His service sets a standard of was a reaction to the Soviet Union’s highly re- What started as a small relief effort in Cam- devotion and true leadership, one that will en- strictive emigration policy. Eliminating Jack- bodia, now operates in more than 22 countries dure. son-Vankik’s threat of trade-restricting sanc- and delivers millions of dollars in food and f tions would increase the United States’ access basic necessities to those in need. to oil supplies from non-Arab countries. Thus, Pat Boone is an accomplished man of integ- INTRODUCTION OF THE AFFORDABLE GAS PRICE ACT my bill terminates the application of title IV of rity, loyalty and outstanding leadership. He the Trade Act of 1974 to Russia and has positively shaped our community in Chat- Khazaskin, allowing Americans to enjoy the tanooga, providing hope and encouragement HON. RON PAUL benefits of free trade with these oil-producing to a generation of children at Bethel Bible Vil- OF TEXAS nations. lage and I am proud to recognize his accom- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Finally, the Affordable Gas Price Act creates plishments. Thursday, May 21, 2009 f a Federal study on how the abandonment of Mr. PAUL. Madam Speaker, I rise to intro- the gold standard and the adoption of freely IN HONOR OF MAYOR GENE CAREY duce the Affordable Gas Price Act. This legis- floating currencies are affecting the price of lation reduces gas prices by reforming govern- oil. It is no coincidence that oil prices first be- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS ment polices that artificially inflate the price of came an issue shortly after President Nixon OF TEXAS gas. While the price of gas has not yet unilaterally severed the dollar’s last connection IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reached the record levels of last year, over the to gold. The system of fiat money makes con- last 2 months the average price of gas has sumers vulnerable to inflation and to constant Thursday, May 21, 2009 risen approximately 16 percent. In some fluctuations in the prices of essential goods Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise areas, the price of gas is approaching $3.00 such as oil. today to honor the former Mayor Gene Carey per gallon. There is thus a real possibility that for his years of service to the City of Lewisville the American people while soon by once In conclusion, Madam Speaker, I urge my and the North Texas Region. again hard hit by skyrocketing gas prices. colleagues to support the Affordable Gas Price Gene Carey has a long tenure of public High gas prices threaten our fragile econ- Act and end government polices that increase service in Lewisville where he served as omy and diminishes the quality of life for all the cost of gasoline.

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1248 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 IN SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF THE will remember the wagon rides and the teams 1976, while American Samoa, Guam, Puerto SESQUICENTENNIAL ANNIVER- of draft horses that brought them joy and rep- Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands remain under SARY OF THE VILLAGE OF OT- resented the spirit of the community. the old matching grant programs with limited TAWA, OHIO f Federal funding. Territorial governments currently receive HON. ROBERT E. LATTA RECOGNIZING MAURO LUNA’S non-entitlement, federal-state grants under SERVICE TO THE U.S. PROBA- Title I (Grants to States for Old-Age Assist- OF OHIO TION SERVICE ance for the Aged); Title X (Grants to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES States for Aid to the Blind); Title XIV (Aid to Thursday, May 21, 2009 HON. HENRY CUELLAR the Permanently and Totally Disabled); and Mr. LATTA. Madam Speaker: OF TEXAS Title XVI (Grants to the States for Aid to the Whereas, Congressman ROBERT E. LATTA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Aged, Blind and Disabled) of the Social Secu- rity Act for programs designed to assist the extends his congratulations on the occasion of Thursday, May 21, 2009 the One-Hundred Seventy-Fifth Anniversary of needy, aged, blind, and disabled. Residents of the Village of Ottawa, Ohio; and Mr. CUELLAR. Madam Speaker, I am proud American Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico and the Whereas, Ottawa, Ohio has been a proud to have this opportunity to celebrate the retire- U.S. Virgin Islands who would otherwise qual- member of the Northwest Ohio community ment of Mauro Luna from the U.S. Probation ify for SSI benefits are shortchanged under since 1833; and Service. His 22-year career in Laredo exhibits the current Aid to the Aged, Blind, or Disabled Whereas, the citizens of Ottawa, Ohio pro- his native and lifelong dedication to the city (AABD) Program where the federal payment is vide friendship and tradition to all those in and its people. $637 per individual compared with an average Northwest Ohio; and It was at Mary Help of Christians School payment under the AABD program on Guam Whereas, Ottawa, Ohio has a long history of that Mr. Luna developed his high standard of being $100. American Samoa is at a greater fostering business, education, and community morals and ethics that he later exhibited as an disadvantage, receiving no AABD funds. relationships; therefore, be it officer and supervisor. He brought this leader- The legislation which I have introduced Resolved, The people of Northwest Ohio ship to his job everyday, and positively im- today would bring uniformity and fairness in are grateful for the service of the citizens and pacted those he interacted with through the annual payments by the federal government employers of Ottawa, Ohio. Ohio’s Fifth Con- course of a day. for all eligible persons residing in the 50 gressional District is well served by their dedi- Mauro Luna found education to be the cor- states, the District of Columbia and the terri- cation and support. We wish Ottawa, Ohio all nerstone to any successful life and career, so tories under the SSI program and is one step the best during its celebration the One-Hun- after graduating from J.W. Nixon High School in ensuring equity in Federal health programs dred Seventy-Fifth anniversary. he went on to earn his degree from the Uni- for the territories. I look forward on working with my col- f versity of Texas-Austin and his MBA from La- redo State University. During this time Mr. leagues to advance this bill. HONORING SILVIO J. PICCINOTTI Luna married Maria Martinez and had two chil- f dren, Marcos and Massiel Melinda. INTRODUCTION OF THE REAFFIR- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY Madam Speaker, now after 11 years with MATION OF AMERICAN INDE- OF CALIFORNIA the Juvenile Department and 22 years with the PENDENCE RESOLUTION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES U.S. Probation Office I find great pleasure in wishing Mauro Luna a long deserved retire- Thursday, May 21, 2009 ment so he may spend more time with his HON. BOB GOODLATTE OF VIRGINIA Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise with family and hunting. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sadness today to honor Silvio J. Piccinotti of f Petaluma, California, who passed away April Thursday, May 21, 2009 19, 2009, at the age of 100. Silvio was a fix- EXTENDING THE SUPPLEMENTAL Mr. GOODLATTE, Madam Speaker, Article ture of the community for most of those years SECURITY INCOME BENEFITS VI of the U.S. Constitution declares that ‘‘this as it developed from an agricultural center to PROGRAM TO AMERICAN SAMOA, Constitution, and the laws of the United States a small city with a variety of businesses but GUAM, PUERTO RICO, AND THE which shall be made in pursuance thereof true to its rural roots. U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS . . . shall be the supreme law of the land.’’ Like many of their contemporaries in the Since its beginning, our nation has operated area, Silvio’s parents emigrated from the HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO under the fundamental principle that the peo- Italian-speaking area of Switzerland to the OF GUAM ple of the United States should determine their dairy ranching area of nearby Marin County IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES own destiny. where Silvio was born. They moved to Two Thursday, May 21, 2009 However, recently there has been a deeply Rock near Petaluma when he was an infant, disturbing trend in American jurisprudence. and he worked on the local ranches as he Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I have The Supreme Court, the highest court in the grew up. In 1930 he purchased a ranch with introduced today legislation that will extend the land, has begun to look abroad, to inter- his brother Americo, retiring from that busi- Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits national laws, regulations and opinions to in- ness in 1975. program to American Samoa, Guam, Puerto terpret the U.S. Constitution. This is a very But Silvio is most known for his lifelong pas- Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Specifically, frightening prospect considering these mate- sion for draft horses, a passion he shared with this legislation would amend Section 303 of rials are crafted by bureaucrats and non-gov- the community. He was a founding member of the Social Security Amendments of 1972 to ernmental organizations with virtually no the Northbay Draft Horse and Mule Club and make qualified residents of American Samoa, democratic input. tutored many young enthusiasts. He partici- Guam, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands This new trend is a threat to both our Na- pated with his horse team and wagon in the eligible to receive supplemental security in- tion’s sovereignty and the democratic Sonoma County Fair and the Harvest Fair and come. underpinnings of our system of government. was especially appreciated at events in The Supplemental Security Income program Our Nation’s founders acknowledged this very Petaluma, such as the annual Butter and Eggs assures a minimum cash income to all aged, danger when they decried in the Declaration Day parade. For 25 years he also sponsored blind, or disabled persons. Section 301 of the of Independence that King George had ‘‘com- an annual draft horse Wagon Train through Social Security Amendments of 1972 estab- bined to subject us to a jurisdiction foreign to Sonoma and Marin Counties. lished the Supplemental Security Income ben- our constitution and unacknowledged by our Silvio was predeceased by his wife Alice efits program and ended matching grant pro- laws.’’ and is survived by his son Vernon S. and his grams to the 50 states and the District of Co- The contrast between this language in the grandson Vernon J. Piccinotti as well as his lumbia for assistance to aged, blind, and dis- Declaration of Independence and that of many dear friend Ellen Wight. abled individuals. It is important to note that of our Supreme Court justices could not be Madam Speaker, in 2005 the Sonoma the House bill in 1972 included the territories clearer. Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg told the County Horse Council appropriately inducted under the proposed SSI program, but the final New York City Bar Association in 2005, ‘‘I will Silvio into its Equus Hall of Fame. His true bill did not include that provision. SSI was ex- take enlightenment wherever I can get it. I fame lies with the generations of locals who tended to the Northern Mariana Islands in don’t want to stop at a national boundary.’’

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE May 21, 2009 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1249 Former Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day peake Bay restoration efforts, Colonel Anninos quisitiveness we see in this talented young O’Connor made the prediction that the Su- also oversaw projects helping to create jobs man. Young people like Eric are the guiding preme Court will rely ‘‘increasingly on inter- while improving the Nation’s aging infrastruc- lights we will look upon in the future to better national and foreign courts in examining do- ture. our society. mestic issues . . .,’’ as opposed to relying From maintaining the critical intercoastal I am proud to recognize Eric Yang for his solely on our Constitution as the basis for its waterways and the Great Dismal Swamp great accomplishment. It is a distinct privilege rulings. Canal, to laying the groundwork for the Deep to represent Mr. Yang in the 26th District of Indeed, with the laws of an entire world of Creek Bridge in Chesapeake, Colonel Anninos Texas, and I wish him the very best for a nations to choose from, citing foreign laws and has demonstrated a level of professionalism bright future. opinions encourages cherry-picking the foreign and excellence that I have only rarely had the f precedents that suit the desired outcome of benefit to witness. the one citing them. It promises to be a very For the many Virginians and residents of TRIBUTE TO MIKE MCGOVERN convenient tool for any federal judge or justice North Carolina within the sixteen counties and seeking to stretch the meaning of our Con- 5,000 square miles that lie within the Chowan HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY stitution beyond its original meaning. River Basin, Colonel Anninos will be remem- OF RHODE ISLAND As elected representatives of the people, we bered for his tireless leadership to address the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cannot stand by and let this occur any longer. flooding there. Because of his efforts, we can Thursday, May 21, 2009 We must return the focus of federal judges to look forward to a comprehensive Reconnais- their role as interpreters of the Constitution, sance Study to investigate the flooding begin- Mr. KENNEDY. Madam Speaker, on behalf not importers of foreign laws and opinions. ning in the next several months. In addition, of the constituents of the State of Rhode Is- The Supreme Court is charged with making Colonel Anninos’ persistence and resourceful- land and those whose lives have been im- final pronouncements about our Constitution, ness were central to bringing together federal, pacted by Special Olympics Rhode Island, I which is uniquely American. Each of our na- state, and local officials in a local-federal part- would like to pay tribute to Mike McGovern, a tion’s judges, as well as Supreme Court jus- nership to install a system of early-warning man who has dedicated his life to the fulfill- tices, took an oath to defend and uphold the gauges on the River, which has risen to six of ment of dreams of many with intellectual dis- U.S. Constitution—and it is time that Congress its highest flood levels in the last eleven years. abilities. reminds these unelected officials of their Under Colonel Anninos’ command, the Nor- After a long and accomplished career serv- sworn duties. folk District has also provided support in re- ing in various leadership capacities for Special That is why I am introducing this resolution sponse to several natural disasters within Vir- Olympics Rhode Island, Mike has decided to today, which expresses the sense of Congress ginia and some of our Nation’s greatest nat- retire. He served as Assistant Executive Direc- that Federal judges and justices should not ural disasters, including Hurricanes Katrina tor from 1988 through 1998 before taking on cite foreign judgments, laws, or pronounce- and Ike. All the while his District provided en- the role of Executive Director in 1998. Over ments when interpreting the U.S. Constitution. gineering support to Overseas Contingency the last two decades, Special Olympics Rhode This common sense resolution sends a strong, Operations in Iraq and Afghanistan serving Island has benefited from his talents in fiscal clear message that the Congress is not willing side-by-side with our men and women over- management, fundraising, public relations, to simply stand idly by and see our nation’s seas. personnel management, and compliance with sovereignty weakened. On behalf of the U.S. House of Representa- accreditation requirements established by I believe the judicial branch is guaranteed a tives, the residents of the Chowan River Special Olympics, Inc. very high level of independence when it oper- Basin, and the residents of the Fourth con- Without a doubt, Mike’s greatest satisfaction ates within the boundaries of the U.S. Con- gressional District of Virginia, I express my has come from watching young children with stitution. However, when judges and justices gratitude to Colonel Anninos for his service to intellectual disabilities defy stereotypes and begin to operate outside of those boundaries, our Nation, and for his friendship. I wish Colo- low expectations. Witnessing the children de- Congress must respond. We must be stead- nel Anninos, his wife Catherine, and his two velop into confident, productive members of fast guardians of the freedoms that are pro- sons the very best as he continues to serve society is one of the many motivations that tected in the Constitution of the United States our great Nation. have empowered Mike over the course of his of America. f career. Additionally, Mike has been the driving I urge the Members of this body to support force behind the success that Special Olym- this important resolution. CONGRATULATING ERIC YANG, pics Rhode Island has enjoyed in its commit- WINNER OF THE NATIONAL GEO- f ment to being an athlete-centered program. GRAPHIC BEE His enthusiasm and guidance has ensured TRIBUTE TO COLONEL DIONYSIOS that Special Olympics Rhode Island is one of ANNINOS HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS the most innovative and dynamic sports orga- OF TEXAS nizations in the state. HON. J. RANDY FORBES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mike McGovern remains a true friend to all those whose lives are touched by a person OF VIRGINIA Thursday, May 21, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with developmental disabilities. Special Olym- Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise pians across Rhode Island will miss his dedi- Thursday, May 21, 2009 today to congratulate Eric Yang, who won first cation and devotion as an individual who truly Mr. FORBES. Madam Speaker, I rise today place in the 2009 National Geographic Bee. exemplifies the true meaning of Special Olym- to pay tribute to Colonel Dionysios Anninos, I had the pleasure of finding out that Eric pics, sport, spirit, and splendor. who will assume Command of the United had advanced to the final round of the Na- f States Army Corps of Engineers Gulf Region tional Geographic Bee, and I was ecstatic to Central District, located in Baghdad, Iraq on hear that he won. Eric, who is a 7th grader CLOUD AND LAKEVIEW HOSPITALS July 7, 2009. from The Colony, Texas, captured the 1st BEING NAMED AMONGST THE There is without a doubt, few, if any, men place title in the tie-breaker round. Eric did not TOP 100 HOSPITALS BY THOMSON who are as capable or prepared to oversee miss a single question during the entire final REUTERS engineer projects in Iraq than Colonel round, in a competition that National Geo- Anninos. However, it is with reluctance and a graphic reported as their most difficult com- HON. MICHELE BACHMANN heavy heart that we bid farewell to an officer petition to date. Eric is now the proud recipient OF MINNESOTA who has served the Hampton Roads region of of a $25,000 scholarship, a trip to the Gala- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Virginia so well. pagos Islands, and bragging rights for life. For almost three years, Colonel Anninos More than just a geography buff, Eric dem- Thursday, May 21, 2009 has commanded the Norfolk District U.S. Army onstrates his giftedness in several other as- Mrs. BACHMANN. Madam Speaker, to con- Corps of Engineers. As Commander, Colonel pects of his life. An avid pianist, Eric placed gratulate and honor St. Cloud Hospital and Anninos managed the Corps’ water resources first in the Dallas Jazz competition three years Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, Minnesota for development and navigable waterways oper- in a row. He also conquers in chess, reads being named to the Top 100 Hospitals list by ations for five river basins in the Common- anything he can get his hands on, and has an Thomson Reuters. The people of St. Cloud wealth of Virginia. A key contributor to Chesa- insatiable curiosity. I am encouraged by the in- and Stillwater know how great their hospitals

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Below that, he gives me more satisfaction than seeing how overall care of a patient, including rate of med- wrote ‘‘You are not forgotten.’’ Grand Valley State University is delivering on ical complications and adherence to clinical To Heisley’s surprise, the flag became a na- its promise to the Western Michigan area.’’ standards, fiscal responsibility and patient sat- tional icon. In 1988, it flew over the White Bill helped reform the State of Michigan’s fi- isfaction. We are fortunate to have high med- House for the first time, and in 1990, Con- nancial management practices under the lead- ical standards in this country and St. Cloud gress adopted it as the official symbol of ap- ership of Governor George Romney in the and Lakeview Hospitals demonstrate day in preciation for POWs and MIAs. 1960s. He later was appointed by President and day out that they take the Hippocratic Despite the newfound fame, Heisley kept Gerald R. Ford as Assistant for Economic Af- oath to ‘‘do no harm’’ very seriously. his humility. ‘‘I did it for the men who were fairs, and focused primarily on controlling infla- Lakeview Hospital was listed as a Small prisoners of war or missing in action. They’re tion. He went on to co-chair the White House Community category winner. St. Cloud Hos- the real heroes,’’ he told the Denver Post in Conference on Productivity under President pital was recognized for its work in the Teach- 2002, the same year he wrote his autobiog- Ronald Reagan. ing Hospitals category, which only makes this raphy, Faith Under Fire. Mr. Seidman is most well-known for his hospital’s achievements that much more im- This Memorial Day, I will be thinking of service as the fourteenth chairman of the Fed- portant as it is a place where future doctors them—and Newt Heisley. In words of my dear eral Deposit Insurance Corporation. He was and administrators can learn how to create the friend Dave Albert, the former Lomita Council- appointed in 1985 by President Ronald best patient experience. St. Cloud Hospital man, whose failed attempt to get his local post Reagan at a time when the nation’s savings was also one of 23 hospitals to receive the office to fly the POW/MIA flag inspired the and loan financial system was descending into Everest Award, which recognizes the hospitals 1998 law, Heisley ‘‘was a true patriot for the a crisis caused by ill-considered lending, in with the most improvement over a five-year POW/MIA cause, and he will never be forgot- which hundreds of firms failed. This led Con- period. ten.’’ gress to form the Resolution Trust Corporation Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor these f (RTC), which was the entity ultimately respon- two institutions, St. Cloud and Lakeview Hos- sible for cleaning up the Savings and Loans pitals, as some of the top hospitals in the na- A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF scandal. Bill was appointed as head of the tion. Their recognition by Thomson Reuters as LEWIS WILLIAM SEIDMAN RTC by President George H. W. Bush. Mr. Top 100 Hospitals validates the pride Min- Seidman stated during a speech in Tokyo on nesota takes in their hospitals and other care HON. VERNON J. EHLERS September 18, 1996, ‘‘. . . the banking prob- facilities. As a small business owner working OF MICHIGAN lems of the 80s and 90s came primarily, but closely with the medical community, I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not exclusively, from unsound real estate lend- pleased to see that the people of St. Cloud Thursday, May 21, 2009 ing.’’ and Stillwater have some of the best hospital Bill never stopped working. As an expert on care available to them in the country. Con- Mr. EHLERS. Madam Speaker, I rise today economic and financial matters, he was a reg- gratulations to everyone who works with these to pay tribute to my friend, Lewis William ‘‘Bill’’ ular commentator on CNBC, and an authori- hospitals and to the communities that support Seidman, who died on May 13, 2009 at the tative speaker on our current economic crisis. them as their own. age of 88. Bill was well-known and respected Bill’s pursuit of public service was a passion not only in the Grand Rapids area, but f born from his drive to do what was right for throughout our nation. He spent a great deal the country, and for those close to him. He IN TRIBUTE TO NEWT HEISLEY of his life serving our country, and he was a loved his country, and believed public service role model from the Greatest Generation. He was a noble and important calling. The nation HON. JANE HARMAN was also an enthusiastic supporter of his is far better off for his devoted public service. OF CALIFORNIA home town of Grand Rapids, Michigan; it is I extend my most heartfelt sympathy and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the city I call home, and I have seen first-hand prayers to his wife and family. We will all miss how his passion for public service has im- him greatly. Thursday, May 21, 2009 proved our community. He is well-known na- f Ms. HARMAN. Madam Speaker, displayed tionally as head of the Resolution Trust Cor- prominently in my district office is an auto- poration, which was ultimately responsible for CREDIT CARDHOLDERS’ BILL OF graphed medal featuring the POW/MIA flag. It cleaning up the Savings and Loan scandal. RIGHTS ACT OF 2009 was given to me and signed by Newt Heisley, Bill was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on the designer of the famous image. The black- April 29, 1921. He graduated from Dartmouth SPEECH OF and-white flag is a symbol of a Nation’s grati- College in 1943, served honorably in the Navy HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY tude, respect and commitment to those who in the Pacific theater, during World War II, and OF CALIFORNIA never came back. In 1998, legislation I au- was awarded the Bronze Star Medal. His IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thored was signed into law mandating that the record as a communications officer on a Navy flag be flown above Federal buildings on six destroyer during some of the key battles in Wednesday, May 20, 2009 days a year, including Veterans and Memorial World War II clearly shows Bill Seidman’s un- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, reasonable Day. We will never forget. selfish demeanor. Bill always put his country gun restrictions are the cornerstone of the Newt Heisley died on May 18, at 88. He led first. Second Amendment. Unfortunately, opponents a rich life committed to serving his country, to After the war, he obtained a law degree of sensible gun laws have taken advantage of family, and to his artistic passion—forces that from Harvard and a Master of Business Ad- every opportunity to undermine the common- would ultimately inform the design of his sem- ministration degree from the University of sense regulations that keep our communities inal work. Michigan. Bill married Sarah ‘‘Sally’’ Berry in safe and uphold our Constitution. In the early 1940s, after graduating from 1944, and they had six children, 11 grand- Earlier this year, these opponents stalled Syracuse University with a Fine Arts degree, children and two great-grandchildren. historic efforts to provide District of Columbia Heisley joined the Army Air Forces—where he Bill had a large hand in shaping West Michi- residents with a voting representative in Con- served heroically as a pilot in the Pacific The- gan as we know it today. He founded and was gress by including unrelated amendments le- atre in World War II. president of the television station WZZM in galizing semiautomatic assault weapons in the After the war, Heisley put his artistic talent Grand Rapids. Bill actively encouraged the District. Today, while the House considers to work, joining an advertising agency in New Michigan legislature to create a state college H.R. 627, the Credit Cardholders Bill of Jersey—where he lived with his wife, Bunny, in 1963 to serve the Grand Rapids area; this Rights, which will grant stronger protections and son, Jeffrey. Hoping to follow in his fa- has now grown to become Grand Valley State for consumers facing excessive credit card ther’s footsteps, Jeffrey entered Marine Corps University (GVSU). fees, arbitrary interest rate increases, and un- training but returned emaciated and sick with Bill’s role in galvanizing support for Grand fair agreements with credit card companies, hepatitis. Valley State University was critical in its cre- we also are faced with an Date unrelated Soon after his son’s homecoming in 1971, ation. His affiliation with GVSU is among his amendment allowing loaded firearms to be Heisley was tasked with designing a flag for proudest legacies. The institution is now a carried in parks. These gun provisions have

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Pohl will be greatly missed by the many that regulations allowing national park visitors to I also am pleased that this bill increases the are fortunate enough to have known him. carry loaded, concealed, and operable guns, it amount of entrepreneurial development train- f was clear these changes were not designed to ing that will be offered through online training. protect Americans visiting parks. The Bush I have long supported greater use of online 275TH ANNIVERSARY OF regulations aimed to overturn reasonable re- job training, which is why I introduced H.R. TEWKSBURY MASSACHUSETTS strictions that had existed for nearly 30 years 145, the Online Job Training Act of 2009, enabling park visitors with proper permits to which amends the Workforce Investment Act HON. NIKI TSONGAS carry firearms, as long as they were rendered to provide grants to states that establish or im- OF MASSACHUSETTS inoperable with either a trigger lock or by dis- prove workforce training programs on the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES assembly. Fortunately, on March 19, 2009, Internet. I have seen the value of online job Thursday, May 21, 2009 U.S. District Judge Colleen Kollar-Kotelly halt- training first-hand at a successful pilot pro- ed the Bush Administration’s regulations from gram in my state run by the New Jersey De- Ms. TSONGAS. Madam Speaker, I rise going into effect. partment of Labor and Workforce Develop- today to commemorate the 275th anniversary Today, with this amendment, the gun indus- ment and Rutgers University. Online training of the founding of the Town of Tewksbury, try seeks to go beyond the Bush Administra- allows workers to access needed development Massachusetts. tion’s suspended regulations and put into law services during the time most convenient for From its inception, Tewksbury has contrib- extreme rules that allow park visitors to openly them and in a location most convenient for uted to the rich history of Massachusetts and carry rifles, shotguns, and semi-automatic them—scheduling around jobs, child care, and the country. Tewksbury began as a small col- weapons in national parks. This reckless and elder care responsibilities. Offering entrepre- lection of farms that now exist alongside the irresponsible policy will dramatically increase neurial development training online will expand technological powerhouses of the new millen- the risk of shooting protected wildlife, vandal- the reach of this training to reach more work- nium. Businesses that call Tewksbury home izing historic monuments, gun-related acci- ers and increase the impact of these existing conduct cutting edge research in the areas of dents for children and families visiting these programs. energy, defense, digital entertainment, and parks. We cannot allow this dangerous policy The Job Creation Through Entrepreneurship medicine. From the American Revolution to be passed into law. Act will build on the investments that this Con- through the industrial revolution and now the Our national parks are America’s sacred gress made through the American Recovery information technology revolution, Tewksbury treasures and we must ensure their conserva- and Reinvestment Act. This bill will provide has emerged as a successful, innovative, and tion and the safety of all who visit them. Ma- further aid to our small business and con- vibrant community. dame Speaker, I fear that with this amend- tinues our efforts to put the economy back on I am proud to honor Tewksbury’s 275th an- ment, we are sacrificing our national parks the track to recovery. niversary, and I urge my colleagues to join me and the safety of American families for the f in wishing the people of Tewksbury another wishes of the gun industry and we will set a 275 years of innovation and success. very dangerous precedent. REMEMBERING DR. NORVAL POHL, f FORMER UNIVERSITY OF NORTH f TEXAS PRESIDENT MRS. CAROLYN MROZ JOB CREATION THROUGH ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACT OF 2009 HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER OF TEXAS OF MARYLAND HON. RUSH D. HOLT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW JERSEY Thursday, May 21, 2009 Thursday, May 21, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I Thursday, May 21, 2009 today to remember Dr. Norval Pohl, the former rise before you today to honor Mrs. Carolyn Mr. HOLT. Madam Speaker, I voted yester- president of the University of North Texas, lo- Mroz, recipient of the Humanitarian Award day in support of our Nation’s small business cated in Denton, Texas. from The Optimist Club of Dundalk, Inc. Caro- and for the passage of the ‘‘Job Creation Over his six-year tenure as the 13th Presi- lyn has been selected to receive this award through Entrepreneurship Act of 2009’’, H.R. dent of UNT, Dr. Pohl made several promi- because of her dedication to the Dundalk 2352. nent, lasting contributions that will benefit the community over the last several decades. Small businesses play an integral role in the university’s students for years to come. Born in Dundalk, Maryland, Carolyn grad- United States economy. Small businesses em- Among other accomplishments, Dr. Pohl uated from Sparrows Point High School but ploy more than half of all workers in the pri- helped establish the College of Engineering, has not lived in the Dundalk Community for 34 vate sector and generate 60 to 80 percent of and oversaw the creation of Discovery Park, a years. Moving to Howard County in the 1970s new jobs in this country. The entrepreneurial brand new 105,000 square-foot chemistry so her husband could be closer to his job, development programs developed by this bill building, and a student recreation center, Carolyn has remained active in her home will help small businesses not only survive the which was later named after him. community despite her physical distance from current downturn, but allow them to expand More important is the relationship he cul- it. and create new jobs. tivated between faculty and students. Dr. Pohl Today, Carolyn is the President of Bay-Van- I am particularly pleased that this bill cre- always kept his door open to students, making guard Federal Savings Bank, a company her ates Veterans Business Centers for veteran time to listen to their ideas and concerns and father started in 1959. Her father began his entrepreneurs. Our nation was built by citizen- give advice. Under Dr. Pohl’s guidance, UNT work at the bank working with families from soldiers, yet too often, our veterans have dif- truly became a student-centered university. the steel yards and factories, leading him to ficulty finding well-paid, rewarding work in the Not even a brave struggle with cancer kept establish conservative banking principles that nation they served and protected. According to him from giving his time to the students who Bay-Vanguard still operates by today. Sticking the Department of Labor, we need to do more sought his counsel. to her father’s policies, Carolyn has kept the to help our youngest veterans find gainful em- Dr. Pohl earned his Ph.D. in Quantitative bank healthy in the current economic crisis, ployment. Veterans between the ages of 18 Systems from Arizona State University, and posting a zero percent foreclosure rate on and 24 had an unemployment rate of 14.1 received an M.B.A. in Management and a B.A. home loans. percent; nearly double the rate of those be- in Psychology from California State University The Humanitarian of the Year award is pre- tween the ages of 25 to 34 (7.3 percent). It is at Fresno. In addition to his years at UNT, Dr. sented to individuals who benefit the commu- unacceptable that hundreds of thousands of Pohl’s career saw success at Northern Ari- nities of Dundalk and Edgemere even though veterans who have risked their own lives to zona University, the University of Nevada at they do not reside in the area. In addition to defend our country can’t find jobs, and many Las Vegas, and finally at the Prescott campus Carolyn’s efforts in the banking sector, she endure homelessness and lives of poverty of Embry-Riddle University, where he served has been the president of the North Point Pe- after they return home. Our brave men and as Chancellor and Provost. ninsula Community Coordinating Council,

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Madam Speaker, I ask that you join with me tant issues in our community. He put the city on a good path for the future.’’ today to honor Mrs. Carolyn Mroz on this A long time volunteer in local politics, Mo- It is with great honor that I recognize Mayor memorable occasion. Her dedication to the reen was born in Cleveland, Ohio. She joined Vic Burgess for his years of hard work and community of Dundalk is apparent in every as- the Navy when she was 20 years old and was dedication given to the citizens of Corinth and pect of her life despite her not residing there, a member of the Waves until 1952. Shortly North Texas. I am proud to represent him in and the community is truly a better place be- after moving to Los Angeles in 1959, she Washington and honor his service and devo- cause of her. formed the West Hollywood Democratic Club tion that demonstrates true leadership. f and was a Golden Girl at the John F. Kennedy f INTRODUCING A BILL HONORING nominating convention. Currently, she is Presi- HONORING JAMES F. VESELY THE CONTRIBUTIONS OF dent Emeritus of the Sherman Oaks Demo- TAKAMIYAMA DAIGORO TO THE cratic Club, and is very active as the president and founder of the Summerville Democratic HON. DAVID G. REICHERT SPORT OF SUMO AND TO UNITED OF WASHINGTON Club. Her noteworthy achievements were rec- STATES-JAPAN RELATIONS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ognized by the Democratic Party of the San Fernando Valley, as she was presented with Thursday, May 21, 2009 HON. MAZIE K. HIRONO the Dorothy Mayer Award. She serves as a Mr. REICHERT. Madam Speaker, today I OF HAWAII worthy example to all political activists. pause to honor a man who spent more than IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker and distinguished col- 40 years using his exceptional journalistic skill, Thursday, May 21, 2009 leagues, I ask you to join me in saluting Mo- integrity and ethic to promote civic engage- Ms. HIRONO. Madam Speaker, I rise today reen Blum for her impressive career and dedi- ment and help educate his readership and to introduce a bill that recognizes the contribu- cation to the people of the San Fernando Val- many others in the Pacific Northwest and be- tions of Jesse Kuhaulua, known professionally ley. yond. as Takamiyama Daigoro, a trailblazer in the f James F. Vesely retired from The Seattle sport of sumo wrestling. Times on Friday, May 15, 2009. He oversaw Maui-born and a graduate of Baldwin High PERSONAL EXPLANATION the editorial pages at The Times since 2001 School in Wailuku, Jesse made his debut as after holding the position of associate editorial an aspirant in Japan’s national sport in the HON. LARRY KISSELL page editor for the previous 10 years. During winter of 1964 in Osaka. At the time, he knew OF NORTH CAROLINA his tenure at the largest newspaper in my little of the Japanese language and the subtle- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES home state of Washington, Mr. Vesely consist- ties of the sport itself. In this initial test, he ently pushed The Times editorial pages and wondered if his stay in Japan would be count- Thursday, May 21, 2009 its writers to think independently, write accu- ed in weeks or months. Mr. KISSELL. Madam Speaker, on Monday, rately and report fairly. And, with an out- On June 15, 2009, Takamiyama Daigoro will May 18, 2009, I was unable to vote as I was standing journalist with a lifetime of experience retire from a 45-year long sumo career filled participating in an Armed Services Congres- under his belt in the lead, the editorial page with historic milestones. This day marks the sional Delegation meeting at Ft. Bragg and and its writers did just that. During a tremen- day before his 65th birthday by which senior missed three rollcall votes. Had I been dously difficult time for newspapers throughout members of the sport must retire. present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall our country the editorial pages at The Times Takamiyama Daigoro was the first United No. 267 to pass H. Res. 300, Congratulating spoke consistently, accurately and uncompro- States born wrestler to enter the sport of Camp Dudley YMCA of Westport, New York, misingly. sumo. In 1972, he became the first foreigner on the occasion of its 125th anniversary; Before joining The Times in 1991, Mr. to win the Emperor’s Cup, a top division ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 268 to pass S. 386, the Vesely spent much of his career in the Mid- championship in the sport. He was also the ‘‘Fraud Enforcement and Recovery Act of west, including ten years in Detroit with The first foreign-born wrestler to climb to the 2009’’; and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 269 to pass Detroit News. He also worked as a consulting sumo’s third highest rank of sekiwake. H. Res. 442, ‘‘Recognizing the Importance of editor for the Anchorage Times and as a vis- Takamiyama also stands as the only foreigner the Child and Adult Care Food Program and iting editor at The People’s Daily in Beijing. In to open his own stable, to train future genera- its Positive Effect on the Lives of Low Income the mid-seventies, he was a Journalism Fellow tions in the sport, after he stopped actively Children and Families.’’ at Stanford University and was a member of competing himself. f the National Conference of Editorial Writers for Takamiyama opened the door for others the past 15 years. from Hawaii to join him in this most ancient of RECOGNIZING MAYOR VIC Mr. Vesely’s involvement in civic engage- sports. This group includes Saleva’a Atisano’e, BURGESS ment was the true barometer of his positive ef- also known as Konishiki, who became the first fect on citizens looking to ‘‘get involved’’ in foreigner to reach the second-highest rank of HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS their communities and government. In 2005, ozeki; as well as Chad Rowen, also known as OF TEXAS Mr. Vesely took the time to moderate a forum Akebono, who became the first foreigner to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I held in the 8th District on Social Security and hold the highest rank of sumo, that of he and The Times Editorial Board hosted, Thursday, May 21, 2009 yokozuna; and Fiamalu Penitani, also known moderated and submitted questions at many as Musashimaru, who became the second for- Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise political debates—races I was involved in and eigner to hold the title of yokozuna. today to recognize Mayor Vic Burgess who will a variety of others. Mr. Vesely also offered his I urge my colleagues to support this rec- be retiring from the City of Corinth this month time to CityClub, a non-profit, non-partisan ognition of Jesse Kuhaulua, a true ambas- after many years serving his community. education organization dedicated to informing sador of aloha spirit. Since 2003, Mayor Burgess served self- citizens and building community leadership, in f lessly in the non-paying position and also order to facilitate healthy dialogue and edu- MOREEN BLUM served for over five years as a City Council cational opportunities for people in the greater Member before being elected as Mayor. Seattle area. He never rested in educating HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN Mayor Burgess also held the position of Coun- himself and others to make our corner of the ty Judge for four years. His commitment to his country a more informed, vibrant place to live. OF CALIFORNIA community is further illustrated by his service With the retirement of James F. Vesely from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as a volunteer police reserve officer for the The Seattle Times, the Pacific Northwest is Thursday, May 21, 2009 City of Lewisville for six years and as a re- losing an informed voice of reason and the Mr. BERMAN. Madam Speaker, I am hon- serve officer for the Denton County Sheriff’s journalism profession is losing a wealth of ex- ored to pay tribute to my good friend, Moreen Department for two and a half years. perience, wisdom and generosity. I wish Mr.

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NATIVE HAWAIIANS AND OTHER Abraham Lincoln said a Gettysburg, ‘‘The We must dedicate every day to taking care PACIFIC ISLANDERS world will little note nor long remember what of our veterans and their families, as they we say here, but it can never forget what they have taken every one of their days to dedicate did here.’’ to us. HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO I rise today to honor those who have fallen OF GUAM in defense of our country, and I do so recog- I’d like to thank all of our veterans for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nizing that history won’t remember what a guy freedoms we all take for granted, and wish you and your families all the very best on this Thursday, May 21, 2009 like me has to say. Memorial Day. Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, today I But it’s important for those who served, and those who serve, to know we will always take introduced legislation to amend the Public f Health Service Act for the purposes of pro- the time to remember, and say thank you. I rise to recognize the sacrifices of the Sol- viding the resources necessary for the Depart- CLOUD AND LAKEVIEW HOSPITALS ider holding the line in Gettysburg, the Sailor ment of Health and Human Services to survey BEING NAMED AMONGST THE defending the fleet in the South Pacific, the the health of Native Hawaiians and other Pa- TOP 100 HOSPITALS BY THOMSON cific Islanders (NHOPI). Specifically, the bill I Marine landing at Inchon, South Korea, and REUTERS have introduced today would amend Part B of the Airman patrolling the skies over Vietnam. Title III of the Public Health Service Act to au- Madam Speaker, we mark this holiday at a thorize the award of a contract or grant by the time when our sons and daughters are keep- HON. MICHELE BACHMANN ing watch over the streets of Baghdad and the Secretary of Health and Human Services for OF MINNESOTA the express purpose of developing a health mountains of Afghanistan. survey targeting Native Hawaiians and other We mark this holiday as a reminder that in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pacific Islanders residing in the United States conflicts past, present, and future, a genera- Thursday, May 21, 2009 and the Freely Associated States in the Pacific tion of Americans will answer the call and pay Region. the price of freedom. Mrs. BACHMANN. Madam Speaker, I con- In 1997, the Office of Management and While there is never doubt that they will do gratulate and honor St. Cloud Hospital and Budget (OMB) revised federal data collection their duty and serve their country, let there Lakeview Hospital in Stillwater, Minnesota for standards to recognize the significant demo- never be doubt that we will stand by them and being named to the Top 100 Hospitals list by graphic, historical, cultural, and ethnic dif- remember their service and their sacrifice. Thomson Reuters. The people of St. Cloud ferences that exist between Native Hawaiians You may know that my hometown, Chicago, and Stillwater know how great their hospitals and other Pacific Islanders and Asian Ameri- has one of the nation’s largest Memorial Day are and I’m thrilled to see the staff members cans. These important distinctions are not sim- parades. and administrations receive this recognition. ply cultural or historical, but also encompass But you probably don’t know about another, The Top 100 Hospitals evaluates short-term, unique health and socio-economic challenges smaller, commemoration. acute care and non-federal hospitals on the among the different populations. The standard Dan Wenserski is a gentleman from my dis- overall care of a patient, including rate of med- requires that Native Hawaiian and other Pa- trict who knows about paying tribute to his ical complications and adherence to clinical cific Islander data be collected, disaggregated brothers and sisters who wore the uniform. standards, fiscal responsibility and patient sat- and reported separately from Asian American For as long as many can remember, Dan isfaction. We are fortunate to have high med- data by all federal agencies no later than Jan- has paid his respects to those who served this ical standards in this country and St. Cloud uary 1, 2003. country since its inception. and Lakeview Hospitals demonstrate day in As of 2007, however, not all federal agen- Each year, Dan unpacks flags that had and day out that they take the Hippocratic cies are in full compliance with OMB Revised draped the caskets of the fallen to create an oath to ‘‘do no harm’’ very seriously. Directive 15. In the places where limited agen- Avenue of Flags at Rosehill Cemetery. Lakeview Hospital was listed as a Small cy data do exist, they are not made publicly He believes it is important to pay tribute to Community category winner. St. Cloud Hos- available or it takes years to release. On a na- all who sacrificed and served. pital was recognized for its work in the Teach- tional level, the sample size of the NHOPI As an 85-year-old veteran of World War II, ing Hospitals category, which only makes this population in studies and reports is not rep- Dan shuns the spotlight, preferring to honor hospital’s achievements that much more im- resented because of a lack of data—resulting his fallen colleagues than receive honor him- portant as it is a place where future doctors in meaningful information and statistics being self. and administrators can learn how to create the unavailable to health organizations, federal, But this Memorial Day, I ask all to join me best patient experience. St. Cloud Hospital state, territorial and local agencies and policy- makers. in honoring and thanking Mr. Daniel was also one of 23 hospitals to receive the Native Hawaiian and other Pacific Islander Wenserski. Everest Award, which recognizes the hospitals communities are eager to move forward with Mr. Wenserski saw combat in the European with the most improvement over a five-year their efforts to improve public health. This sci- theater and returned from World War II as a period. entific survey would establish baseline health 21-year-old with three purple hearts. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor these information to inform health policy and inter- He is commander of Amvets Post 243. two institutions, St. Cloud and Lakeview Hos- ventions so that individual and community Dedicated veterans like him are a national pitals, as some of the top hospitals in the na- health can be properly tracked and evaluated. treasure. tion. Their recognition by Thomson Reuters as Additionally, it would provide critical informa- We must remember them not only with me- Top 100 Hospitals validates the pride Min- tion for both NHOPI communities’ health care morials but in how we dedicate ourselves to nesota takes in their hospitals and other care providers and organizations that work with the unfinished work of our Republic. facilities. As a small business owner working these communities to develop appropriate We must remember Lincoln’s pledge to, closely with the medical community, I am health care strategies for public health edu- ‘‘care for him who shall have borne the battle pleased to see that the people of St. Cloud cation and resources. and for his widow and his orphan.’’ and Stillwater have some of the best hospital I look forward on working with my col- That means we can’t just use this day to care available to them in the country. Con- leagues in addressing this need and advanc- pay homage to those who are lost. gratulations to everyone who works with these ing the larger cause of eliminating health dis- We need to remember those who remain hospitals and to the communities that support parities. behind. them as their own.

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Madam Speaker, as we Byrne brought back one of St. Paul’s most Thursday, May 21, 2009 prepare to observe Memorial Day, I rise to pay festive traditions, its annual St. Patrick’s Day Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam tribute to all those who have fallen in defense parade. While the Irish-themed celebration Speaker, I rise today to honor the many con- of our country. From Appomattox Courthouse may be the most tangible result of Byrne’s to the National D-Day Memorial, the veterans time in office, his legacy runs much deeper. tributions made by my good friend, Michaela of central and southern Virginia stand as a He managed to pass a city-wide housing law, Rodeno, to the California wine industry and to testament to the virtues of sacrifice and self- and helped make St. Paul the first city in the Napa County. After serving 20 years as CEO less service. I am proud to work for those who United States to pass a human rights ordi- of St. Supery Vineyards and Winery, Ms. have given so much to our nation. nance, all while fostering an environment of Rodeno is retiring to become the winery’s first I firmly believe the best way to honor the open dialogue that has become tradition in St. CEO Emeritus. veterans of past generations is to take care of Paul. When protestors once staged a peaceful Ms. Rodeno began her career in the wine the veterans alive today. Since coming to sit-in at his office, Mayor Byrne brought them industry in 1972 as the first female tour guide Congress, I have served as an active member coffee and doughnuts, a testament to his ap- at Beaulieu Vineyard in Rutherford. She quick- of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, proach to politics. working hard to ensure that the U.S. Depart- Thomas Byrne was an exceptional man not ly capitalized on her college major in French ment of Veterans Affairs continues to uphold only for his service to the city of St. Paul, but Literature by impressing the first French wine its commitment to this Nation’s veterans. I for his service to our great nation. After grow- company to invest in California with her lin- have been a co-sponsor of H.R. 1016, the ing up in St. Paul, where he attended Cretin guistic skills. She became the second em- Veterans Health Care Budget Reform and High School, Mr. Byrne enrolled at the Univer- ployee hired at Domaine Chandon, which Transparency Act of 2009, a bill which would sity of St. Thomas for a bachelor’s degree in quickly became one of Napa County’s premier authorize Congress to provide VA medical education. He put his own education on hold, wineries. care appropriations one year in advance of the however, to serve as a navigator for the Army Ms. Rodeno remained with Domaine start of each fiscal year. An advance appro- Air Corps during World War II. Stationed in Chandon for 15 years, advancing to the posi- priation would provide the VA with a year to Italy, he flew over 50 missions before return- plan how to deliver the most efficient and ef- ing home to receive his bachelor’s degree tion of Vice President of Marketing. While fective care to an increasing number of vet- from St. Thomas, and a master’s degree in there, she developed one of the first winery erans with increasingly complex medical con- education from the University of Minnesota. ‘‘clubs’’ in the industry, which eventually grew ditions. Both before and after his career as mayor, to more than 100,000 members. While at Do- Taking care of our veterans also means Thomas Byrne worked as a teacher and ad- main Chandon, she also earned her MBA at helping them take care of their families. In to- ministrator for the St. Paul public school sys- the University of California, Berkeley. day’s economy many of our veterans are re- tem. He served on the St. Paul Parks and In 1988 she was offered the position of turning home after extended deployments only Recreation Commission, the Minnesota Munic- CEO at St. Supery, another French-backed to find that the jobs they left behind no longer ipal Commission, and in his local Veterans of winery. St. Supery Vineyards and Winery is exist. I recently introduced H.R. 1098, the Vet- Foreign Wars post. He was a member of the erans Worker Retraining Act of 2009. H.R. Holy Spirit Men’s Club and Choir, the St. Paul known for its innovations in winemaking and 1098 will help address the growing problem of Federation of Teachers, the St. Paul Volunteer its commitment to consumer education and veteran unemployment by reinstating and Bureau, his local American Legion chapter, their Napa Valley Estate Sauvignon Blanc, Ca- making permanent the rate increase for On- and countless other community groups from bernet Sauvignon and meritage blends, Elu the-Job Training (OJT) benefits available to el- Little League to the Knights of Columbus. and Virtu, have earned critical acclaim and igible veterans through the Department of Vet- Thomas Byrne was the true embodiment of many awards. erans Affairs. OJT offers veterans and mem- an active, involved citizen. A profound love for A true pioneering woman in the wine indus- bers of the Guard and Reserve an alternative his community motivated him to give back in try, Ms. Rodeno was one of the original co- to attending a college or university by using every way he could. Like so many Minneso- founders of Women for WineSense, a national their education benefit to obtain employment tans, however, he still found time to fish at the training. family cabin in Northern Minnesota. organization promoting wine as part of a As a Nation we have prospered because we On behalf of myself, the City of St. Paul, healthy, balanced lifestyle. She is a founding have always had brave men and women will- and the state of Minnesota, I wish to honor the director of the Wine Marketing Council, has ing to answer the call to arms in times of great life and legacy of Thomas Byrne. I offer my chaired the Meritage Association and the uncertainty. May God bless all those who thoughts and my prayers to Mary Therese Napa Valley Wine Auction and has also have fallen in the name of freedom and all Byrne, Thomas’ wife of 63 years, and his served on the boards of the Wine Institute and those who stand vigilant to protect it. three remaining children, Tim Byrne, Joseph the Napa Valley Vintners. f Byrne, and Margaret Allen. f She and her husband, Greg, live on a 25 IN REMEMBRANCE OF THOMAS acre ranch near Oakville planted in Sauvignon BYRNE HONORING BRIAN O’NEILL Blanch and Pinot Grigio grapes and also own another 40 acres planted in Bordeaux varieties HON. BETTY McCOLLUM HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY in Pope Valley. Although nearly all of the fam- OF MINNESOTA OF CALIFORNIA ily’s grapes are sold to Napa Valley vineries, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES they do produce a small amount of Thursday, May 21, 2009 Thursday, May 21, 2009 Sangiovese under their own Villa Ragazzi label. Ms. MCCOLLUM. Madam Speaker, I rise Ms. WOOLSEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the memory of Mr. Thomas today to honor the memory of Brian O’Neill, Madam Speaker, it is fitting at this time that Byrne, former Mayor of St. Paul, Minnesota one of the great visionaries of the National we honor Michaela Rodeno today for her who died on Sunday, April 5. While the city of Park Service, who passed on May 13, 2009. many accomplishments. She has had a distin- St. Paul mourns the loss of a great civil serv- For 25 years Brian served as Super- guished career in the wine industry and will be ant, it is also a time to reflect on the legacy intendent of the Golden Gate National Rec- long remembered for her many contributions of this remarkable Minnesotan. reational Area, a vast swath of 75,500 acres and innovations. We wish her all the best, and Elected St. Paul’s mayor in 1966 and again in San Mateo and San Francisco Counties I am proud to call her my friend. in 1968, Mr. Byrne’s time in office is remem- and across the Golden Gate in Marin County

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In high school tion ensued, and the City of Sausalito eventu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he teamed up with his mother, Virginia and his ally sued unsuccessfully to halt the project. Thursday, May 21, 2009 twin brother, Alan, to found a nonprofit organi- Brian O’Neill listened and piece by piece he zation to expose urban children to the won- put together a new planning process that re- Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, I rise ders of national parks. After graduating from sulted in the project’s downsizing, the selec- to present my best wishes to Dr. James the University of Maryland, he joined what was tion of a local developer, new public meetings, Billington, the Librarian of Congress, as he then the Bureau of Outdoor Education, and and a campus that utilizes green building ma- celebrates his 80th birthday on June 1. He is worked on park planning. The Bureau’s name terials, solar energy, and transportation man- a friend and an exceptional steward of the Li- was changed to Heritage Recreation and Con- agement. brary of Congress. servation Service and later was merged into Fort Baker is now the pride of the Park The Library, a priceless although perhaps the National Park Service. In the early 70’s, Service and Sausalito, and it couldn’t have underappreciated resource, has evolved into Brian had the opportunity to pitch the idea of turned out so well without the persistence and so much more than a Congressional collec- urban national parks to President Nixon, who varied skills of Brian O’Neill. What could have tion. It is truly the nation’s library, containing a became an enthusiastic backer, and signed become a political quagmire became instead, diverse multi-media collection of 140 million legislation creating the GGNRA in 1972. Nine Brian O’Neill’s triumph. items on more than 600 miles of shelves. It is our good fortune that this institution has years later Brian became Assistant Super- Madam Speaker, there are a lot of people been wisely directed since 1987 by James intendent of the park and in 1986, he became who are going to miss Brian O’Neill, his big Billington, a scholar and an outstanding public its Superintendent. smile, his twinkling blue eyes and his obvious servant. During his tenure, Dr. Billington has When Brian first hiked through the enjoyment of his job. My consolations espe- expanded the Library’s collection to include GGNRA’s fragrant headlands in his green uni- cially go to his wife Marti, his mother, Virginia, not just hardcopy works, but digital and inter- form and flat brimmed hat, the park was a his twin brother Alan, and his two adult chil- active material as well. Dr. Billington has dis- beautiful, but in many cases, crumbling collec- dren, Kim and Brent. They have so much to played a commitment to public access and en- tion of former military installations looking out be proud of. Brian O’Neill has left us a rich gagement by sharing the Library’s priceless on the broad Pacific and busy San Francisco legacy in a park that is as wonderfully expan- collections widely and also delving more deep- Bay. Yet these places were steeped in history sive as the man himself. ly to generate knowledge and distill wisdom. I and brimming with potential. What it took to Brian O’Neill was an institution, but also a look forward to the continued development of bring it all together was a passion for parks, warm, caring human being, a friend . . . and innovative programs such as the National Dig- a commitment to solid planning and the per- a great dancer. ital Library and now the World Digital Library, sonal skills to create partnerships—all at- f tributes of Brian O’Neill. and the annual National Book Festival on the During Brian’s tenure he strengthened and CONGRATULATING TAIWAN ON ITS Mall. In his inaugural address as Librarian he expanded the non-profit partnerships at Fort PARTICIPATION AS AN OB- said, ‘‘This place has a destiny to be a living Mason, Fort Baker, the Presidio and the Mann SERVER IN THE 62ND WORLD encyclopedia of democracy, not just a mau- Headlands. Where else could you visit a na- HEALTH ASSEMBLY soleum of culture, but a catalyst for civiliza- tional park and see such well regarded and tion.’’ varied institutions as the Magic Theatre and HON. DAVID WU I take great inspiration from the Library’s art and architecture, and also in knowing that the Antenna Theatre, the Discovery Museum, the OF OREGON Library of Congress is here for all. We’ve Marine Mammal Center and the headquarters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the Gulf of the Farallones National Marine formed the bipartisan Congressional Library of Thursday, May 21, 2009 Sanctuary? Where else could you hike Congress Caucus to promote this world class through the magnificent redwood cathedral of Mr. WU. Madam Speaker, as the 62nd resource and to show appreciation for the Li- Muir Woods and the same day hear an inter- World Health Assembly convenes in Geneva brary, its collections, curators, and Librarian. Thanks to Dr. Billington’s vision and efforts nationally known economist lecture at Cavallo this week, I rise to congratulate Taiwan’s par- the Library of Congress is now a must-see Point? ticipation as an observer. This occasion is a The GGNRA under the leadership of Brian significant milestone for Taiwan because it destination for visitors in Washington. I greatly O’Neill became a place to enjoy nature and to marks the first time since withdrawing from the appreciate his efforts and leadership of this learn about nature; a place to renew your spir- United Nations 38 years ago that Taiwan is re- esteemed institution, and wish him the best. it and expand your potential; a place to en- joining a United Nations-related body as an f counter the Bay Area’s history and to prepare observer. THE END OF THE LONG MARCH for its future. It was, and is now, a place for I have been a longtime supporter of Tai- hikers, cyclists, equestrians, dog walkers, art- wan’s meaningful participation in the World HON. BRIAN P. BILBRAY Health Organization. The outbreaks of SARS, ists, educators, environmentalists, wind surf- OF CALIFORNIA avian influenza, and most recently, the H1N1 ers, college kids and city kids, tourists from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES near and afar, and ordinary folks, taking just a flu, have made it clear that public health prob- few minutes to leave the city’s bustle, enter lems know no borders. With the great potential Thursday, May 21, 2009 the park’s natural splendor and get away from for the spread of infectious diseases across Mr. BILBRAY. Madam Speaker, on this Me- it all. countries and continents, it is critical that all morial Weekend, when we remember the sac- It would be simplistic to say that the Golden parts of the world, including Taiwan, be given rifices of the men and women who fought for Gate Recreational Area became everything to the opportunity to participate in international our freedom and democracy, I would like to all people because, of course, it can’t. Despite health cooperation forums and programs. call my colleagues’ attention to a powerful its urban interface, it is a national park, and In 2004, Congress demonstrated unequivo- essay that appeared in the Japan Times last the mission to preserve and protect its natural cal support for Taiwan’s participation in the month. It was written by one of my constitu- and cultural resources is always in tension World Health Organization by enacting Public ents, Dr. Lester Tenney who is a survivor of with human uses. Brian’s not always so fun Law 108–235, which authorized the secretary the Battle of the Philippines, the Bataan Death job was to find ways to resolve these kinds of of state to initiate and implement a plan to en- March, a ‘‘Hell Ship,’’ and a Mitsui coal mine. conflicts. For this job, he had an affability that dorse and obtain observer status for Taiwan at He recalls that at his first prison camp, the diffused conflict, an encyclopedic knowledge the annual World Health Assembly. I applaud Japanese commandant turned to the Amer- of Park Service policies and regulations, and this year’s decision to finally grant Taiwan a ican prisoners of war (POWs) and told them a crafty and creative mind. He never seemed seat at the table of this critical global health that they were ‘‘lower than dogs’’ and ‘‘they to back down, but he found ways to churn out forum. May this occasion mark the beginning (the Japanese) would treat us that way for the solutions to the most difficult and complex of Taiwan’s growing involvement in other inter- rest of our lives.’’ Then he said, ‘‘We will never problems. national organizations. be friends with the piggish Americans.’’

VerDate Nov 24 2008 06:08 Jul 09, 2009 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD09\RECFILES\E21MY9.REC E21MY9 mmaher on PROD1PC76 with CONG-REC-ONLINE E1256 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 21, 2009 Yet the Japanese commandant who belittled friends and close allies—a result we wel- and Finlay’s vision for maintaining the natural this brave American was wrong. The United come. My anger has been tempered by the beauty of the area. By a unanimous vote of States and Japan have become friends and many Japanese people who have welcomed Kensington’s residents, Kensington became me to Japan. Personal friendships and com- close allies, a result we welcome. Dr. mon goals heal many wounds. an incorporated village on November 28, Tenney’s anger has been tempered by the Our unfortunate history came largely to 1921. many Japanese people who have welcomed closure in a personal meeting with the Japa- While a lot has changed around Kensington him to Japan. Personal friendships and com- nese ambassador to the U.S. and his wife last since that time, the Village has remained a mon goals heal many wounds. November. I was finally able to tell a Japa- wonderful community in which to raise a family Most important, Dr. Tenney reports an im- nese official my story. He heard of my hu- and live out the American dream. Despite the portant development in US-Japan relations miliations, saw my scars and learned of my hustle and bustle of the worlds’ greatest me- that cements the trust between our people. Japanese friends who have helped me over- tropolis just a few miles away, Kensington come my POW trauma. This year, the Government of Japan has I asked for the ambassador’s help in re- continues to be a community of tranquility. Its apologized finally and officially to all former questing three things from his government welcoming white gates will always symbolize POWs of Japan. The Japanese are also con- so that justice is achieved for POWs: (1) an the hospitable nature of its residents. I ask all sidering including the American POWs in a official apology; (2) an appeal to companies my colleagues in the House of Representa- program for peace, friendship and exchange. I to apologize for their wartime use of POWs; tives to please join me in honoring Mayor hope that they will follow through with this. It and (3) a reconciliation project. Susan Lopatkin, Deputy Mayor Gail is this spirit of reconciliation and remembrance In December, the ambassador wrote me Strongwater, Trustees Howard Diamond, Alina that makes this American Memorial Day so with news for which I have waited decades. Hendler, and Gregory Keller, Village Clerk/ His letter said that Japan’s government ex- significant. tends ‘‘a heartfelt apology for our country Treasurer Arlene Giniger, and all the people of THE END OF THE LONG MARCH having caused tremendous damage and suf- the Village of Kensington on their 100th anni- (By Lester Tenney) fering to many people, including those who versary. Carlsbad, CA.—Sixty-seven years ago this have undergone tragic experiences in the Ba- f taan Peninsula and Corregidor Island in the month, on April 9, 1942, I was surrendered to IN REMEMBRANCE OF MRS. the Japanese Imperial Army on the Bataan Philippines.’’ Peninsula in the Philippines. At my first This acknowledging gesture was followed CARRIE SUE WILLIAMS prison camp, the Japanese commandant in February by a Cabinet-approved state- turned to the American prisoners of war ment to a member of the Diet that extended the apology to all ‘‘former POWs.’’ It is the HON. DORIS O. MATSUI (POWs) and told us that we were ‘‘lower than OF CALIFORNIA dogs’’ and ‘‘they (the Japanese) would treat first official apology specifically to mention us that way for the rest of our lives.’’ Then POWs or any particular group hurt by Impe- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he said, ‘‘We will never be friends with the rial Japan. Thursday, May 21, 2009 piggish Americans.’’ We POWs accept these long-sought apolo- For a long time I thought he was right. gies and now ask Japan to state them for all Ms. MATSUI. Madam Speaker, I rise today But we have both changed. This year, I wel- to hear and understand. I trust that my two to remember and honor Mrs. Carrie Sue Wil- comed the Japanese government’s first offi- other requests will be fulfilled soon. It has liams, who passed away on May 6, 2009, at cial apology to the American POWs, 63 years taken nearly seven decades, but Japan’s rec- the age of seventy-seven. I ask my colleagues after our liberation. ognition of its mistreatment of POWs at- to join me in honoring this fine woman. tains historic justice and brings fullness to If my fellow soldiers or I had known the Mrs. Williams was born Carrie Sue Martin consequences of being a POW of the Japa- the U.S.-Japan relationship. A future of a peaceful alliance is what we really wanted in on August 19, 1931, in Summit, Mississippi to nese, we would have fought to the death. Sam and Florence Martin. She was the eighth After three long months of jungle fighting the first place. against a better-equipped invasion force, the f of nine children the Martins would have. American and Filipino troops were starving, A woman of faith and quiet strength, Mrs. sick, exhausted and out of ammunition. CELEBRATING THE CENTENNIAL Williams’ father passed away when she was At surrender, we were immediately forced OF THE VILLAGE OF KENSINGTON young and she would often credit her mother’s to march 105 km through the steaming Ba- demeanor and ability to stay focused while taan Peninsula without food, water, medical HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN raising nine with making a huge impact on her treatment or rest. Today, the Bataan Death OF NEW YORK life. March is remembered as one of the worst war IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United in holy matrimony on November 22, crimes of World War II. 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, Carrie Sue and Pas- I will never forget my buddies who were Thursday, May 21, 2009 shot simply for trying to get a drink of tor Ephraim Williams stood by each other’s water; crushed by a tank for stumbling; Mr. ACKERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise side for more than 55 years. They have been bayoneted just because they could not take today in recognition of the Village of Ken- blessed with two children, Gwendolyn Sue and another step; or forced at gun point to bury sington on the occasion of its centennial. As Ephraim Jr., four grandchildren, and nine great alive the sick. I bear a deep scar where a one of New York’s most unique and historic grandchildren. Japanese officer on horseback brought his communities, Kensington is a quiet treasure Affectionately known as ‘‘Sister Sue,’’ Mrs. samurai sword down on my shoulder. on the North Shore of Long Island. With its Williams was a life long student devoted to Those who survived the Death March faced beautiful green space, stylish architecture, and God. During her studies, she attended Conroe over three years of unimaginably brutal im- prisonment. Many, like me, were herded into warm-hearted residents, Kensington has be- Normal Industrial College, Andrews Bible Col- ‘‘Hell Ships,’’ packed shoulder to shoulder come synonymous with pleasant living. lege, and The Golden Gate Southern Baptist without food or sanitation and shipped to The original vision for a ‘‘planned colony’’ on Extension. She graduated from the Southern factories, mines and docks across the Japa- Long Island which would become Kensington, Baptist Seminary Extension and the National nese Empire. The survivors were literally was the brainchild of the President of Aetna Baptist Convention Certificate of Progress Pro- sold to private Japanese companies to work Bank in New York, Charles Finlay, and his gram. sustaining wartime production. partner, E.J. Rickert. With the farmland they Additionally, Mrs. Williams undertook two I dug coal in a dangerous Mitsui Corpora- purchased, Mr. Finlay and Mr. Rickert envi- years of pastoral training from local seminaries tion-owned mine. Like all POWs, I was over- worked, beaten, humiliated and starved. The sioned a community of spectacular homes in Sacramento. She regularly attended con- damage and suffering we endured from these amidst natural beauty, while maintaining prox- ferences and seminars in religious programs, companies’ employees were comparable to, imity to the local railroad station. Their vision and completed enough hours of college level and sometimes worse than, that inflicted became a reality when in February 1909, the education to have earned her two master’s de- upon us by the Imperial Japanese military. Kensington Association was created to orga- grees. Among World War II combat veterans and nize Village improvements, including roads, Always the devoted wife and mother, Mrs. former POWs, those who were prisoners of landscaping, utilities, pool facilities, and walk- Williams believed strongly that she had been the Japanese have the highest percentage of ways. called to be a pastor’s wife, and defined her post-traumatic stress disorders. To say the least, we POWs had and still have intense Rickert and Finlay built Kensington’s famous role as supporting her husband fully and being feelings about Japan. white gates, modeled from those of London’s available for his needs. Yet the Japanese commandant who belit- Kensington Gardens, and named the Village Being devoted to her husband and his work tled his American captives was wrong. The after its new landmark. Improvements to Ken- as a pastor at St. Paul’s Missionary Baptist United States and Japan have become sington continued, while honoring Rickert’s Church, Mrs. Williams traveled extensively

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Madam Speaker, I hereby recognize and f Obviously, there are substantial societal and honor Mrs. Carrie Sue Williams for her life of economic costs of home foreclosures that ad- service and dedication to her family, friends, PERSONAL EXPLANATION versely impact American families, their neigh- and community. Mrs. Williams was a cheerful borhoods, communities and municipalities. A and loving woman who reached out to those HON. JARED POLIS single foreclosure could impose direct costs in need and practiced what she believed in OF COLORADO on local government agencies totaling more every day. She will be greatly missed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than $34,000. I am glad that this legislation is finally on the f Thursday, May 21, 2009 floor of the United States House of Represent- HONORING CHIEF RON SHIELDS Mr. POLIS. Madam Speaker, on Wednes- atives. I have long championed in the first day, May 20, I was absent from the House of TARP bill that was introduced and signed late HON. JEB HENSARLING Representatives due to an emergency dental last Congress, that language be included to specifically address the issue of mortgage OF TEXAS procedure, and thus I missed rollcall votes foreclosures. I had asked that $100 billion be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Nos. 276–278. Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on Nos. 276, 277, 278. set aside to address that issue. Now, my idea Thursday, May 21, 2009 f has been vindicated as the TARP today has Mr. HENSARLING. Madam Speaker, I rise included language and we here today are con- today to honor Chief Ron Shields of the HELPING FAMILIES SAVE THEIR tinuing to engage in the dialogue to provide Brownsboro Police Department and recognize HOMES ACT OF 2009 monies to those in mortgage foreclosure. I his exceptional service and contributions to his have also asked for modification of home- SPEECH OF country, the State of Texas and his commu- owners’ existing loans to avoid mortgage fore- nity. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE closure. I believe that the rules governing these loans should be relaxed. These are in- His exemplary career in law enforcement OF TEXAS deed tough economic times that require tough has touched communities throughout Texas. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As an instructor with the East Texas Police measures. Tuesday, May 19, 2009 Because of the pervasive home fore- Academy at Kilgore College, Chief Shields has closures, federal legislation is necessary to helped train more than 500 peace officers. Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, curb the fall out from the subprime mortgage Chief Shields represents public service in the I rise in strong support of S. 896, ‘‘Helping crisis. For consumers facing a foreclosure sale highest regard. Families Save Their Homes in Bankruptcy Act who want to retain their homes, Chapter 13 of Before his career in law enforcement, Chief of 2009.’’ I would like to thank Chairman CON- the Bankruptcy Code provides some modicum Shields served his country honorably as a YERS of the House Judiciary Committee and of protection. The Supreme Court has held member of the Army National Guard. Chairman BARNEY FRANK of the Financial that the exception to a Chapter 13’s ability to As the Congressman for the Fifth District of Services Committee for their leadership on this issue. I also would like to thank Arthur D. modify the rights of creditors applies even if Texas, I am honored to recognize Chief Ron the mortgage is under-secured. Thus, if a Shields for his many years of public service Sidney of my staff who serves as my able Legislative Director. This issue is now before Chapter 13 debtor owes $300,000 on a mort- and innumerable contributions to his country, gage for a home that is worth less than this body again for consideration. state and community. Chief, on behalf of all $200,000, he or she must repay the entire Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sup- the constituents of the Fifth District, I would amount in order to keep his or her home, even port this bill because it provides a viable me- like to extend our most sincere thanks. though the maximum that the mortgage would dium for bankruptcy judges to modify the f receive upon foreclosure is the home’s value, terms of mortgages held by homeowners who i.e., $200,000, less the costs of foreclosure. EARMARK DECLARATION have little recourse but to declare bankruptcy. Importantly, S. 896 provides for a relaxation This bill could not have come at a more of the bankruptcy provisions and waives the timely moment. This bill is on the floor of the HON. DON YOUNG mandatory requirement that a debtor must re- OF ALASKA House within weeks after the President’s ad- ceive credit counseling prior to the filing for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dress before the Joint Session of Congress bankruptcy relief, under certain circumstances. where President Obama outlined his economic Thursday, May 21, 2009 The waiver applies in a Chapter 13 case plan for America and discussed the current where the debtor submits to the court a certifi- Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Madam Speaker, in economic situation that this country is facing. cation that the debtor has received notice that adherence to the Republican Earmark Stand- To be sure, there are many economic woes the holder of a claim secured by the debtor’s ards for the FAA Reauthorization, H.R. 915, I that saddle this country. The statistics are principal residence may commence a fore- submit the following: staggering. closure proceeding against such residence. Requesting Member: Congressman DON Home foreclosures are at an all-time high This bill also prohibits claims arising from YOUNG. and they will increase as the recession con- violations of consumer protection laws. Spe- Bill Number: H.R. 915. tinues. In 2006, there were 1.2 million fore- cifically, this bill amends the Bankruptcy Code Section: 814. closures in the United States, representing an to disallow a claim that is subject to any rem- Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Munici- increase of 42 percent over the prior year. edy for damages or rescission as a result of pality of Anchorage. During 2007 through 2008, mortgage fore- the claimant’s failure to comply with any appli- Address of Requesting Entity: 632 W. 6th closures were estimated to result in a whop- cable requirement under the Truth in Lending Ave., Anchorage, AK 99501. ping $400 billion worth of defaults and $100 Act or other applicable state or federal con- Description of Request: The legislation en- billion in losses to investors in mortgage secu- sumer protection law in effect when the non- ables airport land at Merrill Field to revert to rities. This means that one per 62 American compliance took place, notwithstanding the the Municipality of Anchorage rather than the households is currently approaching levels not prior entry of a foreclosure judgment. Federal Government. The Muni would like to seen since the Depression. S. 896 also amends the Bankruptcy Code to use the land to expand the highway that runs The current economic crisis and the fore- permit modification of certain mortgages that by Merrill Field. closure blight has affected new home sales are secured by the debtor’s principal resi- Requesting Member: Congressman DON and depressed home value generally. New dence in specified respects. Lastly, the bill YOUNG. home sales have fallen by about 50 percent. provides that the debtor, the debtor’s property, Bill Number: H.R. 915. One in six homeowners owes more on a mort- and property of the bankruptcy estate are not Section: 103. gage than the home is worth which raises the liable for a fee, cost, or charge incurred while Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Alaska possibility of default. Home values have fallen the Chapter 13 case is pending and that DOT&PF. nationwide from an average of 19 percent arises from a debt secured by the debtor’s Address of Requesting Entity: 4111 Aviation from their peak in 2006, and this price plunge principal residence, unless the holder of the Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99519–6900. has wiped out trillions of dollars in home eq- claim complies with certain requirements.

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Much of this has to do secretary of the Central Labor Council of the House Judiciary Committee to include lan- with a lack of understanding about finance— Humboldt and Del Norte Counties and led that guage that would relax the bankruptcy provi- especially personal finance. council for over 20 years. sions to allow those facing mortgage fore- Last year, Americans’ personal income de- In 1940 Mr. Gruhn was first elected to what closure to restructure their debt to avoid fore- creased $20.7 billion, or 0.2 percent, and dis- is now the California Labor Federation as dis- closure. posable personal income (DPI) decreased trict vice president and became its president in Because I have long championed the rights $11.8 billion, or 0.1 percent, in November, ac- 1960. He led with skill, enthusiasm, and pas- of homeowners facing mortgage foreclose in cording to the Bureau of Economic Analysis. sion until his retirement in 1996. He helped the recent TARP bill and before the Judiciary Personal consumption expenditures (PCE) de- build the organization into a strong and effec- Committee, I have worked with Chairman creased $56.1 billion, or 0.6 percent. In India, tive advocacy group for the rights of workers, CONYERS and his staff to add language that household savings are about 23 percent of inspiring several generations of political and would make the bill stronger and that would their GDP. labor leaders along the way. help more Americans. I co-sponsored sections Even though the rate of increase has During the 1960s, Mr. Gruhn was also a of the Manager’s Amendment and I urge my showed some slowing, uncertainties remain. founder of the Association of California Con- colleagues to support the bill. Foreclosures and bankruptcies are high and sumers, California’s first consumer group, and Specifically, I worked with Chairman CON- could still beat last year’s numbers. later became a founding officer and then YERS to ensure that in section 2 of the amend- Home foreclosures are at an all-time high president emeritus of the Consumer Federa- ment, section 109(h) of the Bankruptcy Code and they will increase as the recession con- tion of California. He also devoted some of his would be amended to waive the mandatory re- tinues. In 2006, there were 1.2 million fore- considerable energies to the California Ap- quirement, under current law, that a debtor re- closures in the United States, representing an prenticeship Council and the California Con- ceive credit counseling prior to filing for bank- increase of 42 percent over the prior year. stitution Revision Commission as well as serv- ruptcy relief. Under the amended language During 2007 through 2008, mortgage fore- ing on various state commissions. These were there is now a waiver that will apply where the closures were estimated to result in a whop- appointments over the decades by five Cali- debtor submits to the court a certification that ping $400 billion worth of defaults and $100 fornia governors and covered a variety of the debtor has received notice that the holder billion in losses to investors in mortgage secu- issues from fair housing to air pollution. One of a claim secured by the debtor’s principal rities. This means that one per 62 American of the commissions dealt with children and residence may commence a foreclosure pro- households is currently approaching levels not youth, reflecting his deep involvement in the ceeding against such residence. seen since the Depression. annual scholarship program established by the This is important because it affords the One in six homeowners owes more on a California Labor Federation. debtor the maximum relief without having to mortgage than the home is worth raising the Mr. Gruhn was always politically active as a undergo a slow credit counseling process. possibility of default. Home values have fallen means of supporting the causes he believed This will help prevent the debtors credit situa- nationwide from an average of 19 percent in. From campaigning for Franklin Roosevelt tion from worsening, potentially spiraling out of from their peak in 2006 and this price plunge at the age of 17 to serving as an Adlai Ste- control, and result in the eventual loss of his has wiped out trillions of dollars in home eq- venson delegate in 1956, he stayed engaged or her home. uity. The tide of foreclosure might become in the process. In 1944, he founded the North- The bill relaxes certain Bankruptcy require- self-perpetuating. The nation could be facing a ern California AFL Political League. ments under Chapter 13 so that the debtor housing depression—something far worse Mr. Gruhn was married to the former Doro- can modify the terms of the mortgage secured than a recession. thy Coon for over 37 years. Dorothy pre- by his or her primary residence. This is an Obviously, there are substantial societal and deceased him in 2005, and the couple are idea that I have long championed in the TARP economic costs of home foreclosures that ad- survived by a large family of eight children, 14 legislation—the ability of debtors to modify versely impact American families, their neigh- grandchildren, and 17 great grandchildren. their existing primary mortgages. Section 4 al- borhoods, communities and municipalities. A Madam Speaker, Albin Gruhn was proud to lows for a modification of the mortgage for a single foreclosure could impose direct costs fight for working people, and all those with period of up to 40 years. Such modification on local government agencies totaling more whom he came in contact—from family and cannot occur if the debtor fails to certify that than $34,000. friends to political leaders and co-workers— it contacted the creditor before filing for bank- f drew inspiration from his commitment. It is fit- ruptcy. In this way, the language in the Man- ting in honoring him today to remember the re- ager’s Amendment allows for the creditor to IN RECOGNITION OF ALBIN GRUHN marks he always used to conclude his labor demonstrate that it undertook its ‘‘last clear’’ speeches: ‘‘In unity there is strength. United chance to work out the restructuring of the HON. JACKIE SPEIER we stand, divided we fall. An injury to one is debt with its creditor before filing bankruptcy. OF CALIFORNIA an injury to all.’’ Importantly, the bill amends the bankruptcy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f code to provide that a debtor, the debtor’s property, and property of the bankruptcy es- Thursday, May 21, 2009 URGING ALL AMERICANS AND tate are not liable for fees and costs incurred Ms. SPEIER. Madam Speaker, I rise with PEOPLE OF ALL NATIONALITIES while the Chapter 13 case is pending and that sadness today to honor Albin Gruhn of San TO VISIT THE NATIONAL CEME- arises from a claim for debt secured by the Anselmo, California, who passed away March TERIES, MEMORIALS, AND debtor’s principal residence. 18 at the age of 94. Mr. Gruhn was a re- MARKERS ON MEMORIAL DAY Lastly, I worked to get language in the bill spected and beloved labor leader and con- that would allow the debtors and creditors to sumer rights activist whose calling was the HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE negotiate before a declaration of bankruptcy is welfare of the working people of California. His OF TEXAS made. I made sure that the bill addresses 36 years as president of the California Labor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES present situations at the time of enactment Federation and his role as a founder of the where homeowners are in the process of Association of California Consumers were at Thursday, May 21, 2009 mortgage foreclosure. the heart of a remarkable career. Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Texas ranks 17th in foreclosures. Texas Mr. Gruhn was born in Eureka, California, in I rise today in strong support of H. Res. 360, would have faired far worse but for the fact 1915. At the age of 19 he began working for ‘‘Urging all Americans and people of all nation- that homeowners enjoy strong constitutional the Hammond Lumber Co. where he joined alities to visit the national cemeteries, memo- protections under the state’s home-equity the Sawmill and Loggers Federal Union. A rials, and markers on Memorial Day’’. I would lending law. These consumer protections in- strike shortly afterwards resulted in the deaths like to thank my colleague Representative clude a 3 percent cap on lender’s fees, 80 of three union picketers and deeply affected DAVID ROE for introducing this resolution, as percent loan-to-value ratio (compared to many him, resulting in a life-long commitment to the well as the co-sponsors. other states that allow borrowers to obtain 125 labor movement. I do not believe there is a person in this percent of their home’s value), and mandatory He was also blacklisted as a result of his body, or a person in this building, who does judicial sign-off on any foreclosure proceeding participation in the strike but soon found em- not feel a remarkable pride in the presence of involving a defaulted home-equity loan. ployment in construction, joining the Laborers the men and women who serve in our Nation’s

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It is f Likewise, I do not believe there is a person so that they may see words like these, even HONORING POLICE OFFICERS AND in this body, or a person in this building, who if it is only once a year, and know where the LAW ENFORCEMENT PROFES- does not feel an intense tragedy in seeing spirit of American generosity, sacrifice, and SIONALS DURING POLICE WEEK these men and women make the ultimate sac- courage are displayed and commemorated. rifice—whether it is seeing the loss of such ex- f traordinary Americans, or the immense pain HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE and sympathy for their families and loved IN APPRECIATION OF SUPER- OF TEXAS ones. INTENDENT OF SCHOOLS BAR- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES When the United States has fought in wars BARA OLDS Thursday, May 21, 2009 outside and inside of its borders to restore Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, freedom and human dignity, they were the HON. JACKIE SPEIER– I rise today in strong support of H. Res. 426, ones who made the true sacrifices. The United OF CALIFORNIA ‘‘Honoring police officers and law enforcement States has spent its national treasure and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES professionals during Police Week’’. I would shed its blood in fighting those wars. Thursday, May 21, 2009 like to thank my colleague Representative Our government has sought to do its part in JERRY MCNERNEY, as well as the co-sponsors, honoring these brave men and women. The Ms. SPEIER. Madam Speaker, Barbara for introducing this resolution. National Cemetery Administration of the De- Olds has served the children of South San I stand in support of this important resolu- partment of Veterans Affairs maintains 128 na- Francisco as a teacher, principal, Super- tion, because police officers of every rank and tional cemeteries that serve as the final resting intendent and everything in between for more from every walk of life are working every day place for nearly 3,000,000 of these veterans than forty years, since taking her first job as to keep communities across our nation safe. and their dependents. Each year, millions of a teacher at South San Francisco High School These hard working men and women perform Americans visit these national cemeteries, me- in 1966. a variety of duties to pursue justice and main- morials, and markers. Superintendent Olds’ legacy of service is a tain public safety, and selflessly put their lives Across the globe, we find similar efforts. remarkable achievement, one truly fitting of on the line to keep their neighbors and coun- Overseas sites annually recognize Memorial recognition. She is set to retire at the end of trymen safe. Day with speeches, a reading of the Memorial this academic year to give herself time to pur- These Americans are reminded of these Day Proclamation, wreath laying ceremonies, sue her many and varied interests. threats all too often—in just the last decade, military bands and units, and the decoration of Barbara Olds was the type of teacher that hundreds of police officers were killed in the each grave site with the flag of the United kids tell their parents about and parents pray line of duty, and in just the first four months States and that of the host country. that their children get assigned to her class- of 2009 more than 40 officers around the Wherever the proud fallen American soldier room. To Barbara, instruction never ended at country have made the ultimate sacrifice. And is honored, these splendid commemorative the bell and learning was never confined to as if that weren’t bad enough, police officers sites inspire patriotism, evoke gratitude, and textbooks. During her 14-years as a teacher, and law enforcement personnel have been not teach history. Ms. Olds tirelessly gave of her free time for been immune to the collapse of our economy, My residents of my city, Houston, have long the benefit of her students and fellow edu- and have been adversely affected by the cur- honored their veterans. Within city limits cators, serving as Director of Student Govern- rent economic situation. stands the Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical ment, Director of Student Activities, and serv- In my home city of Houston, nearly 70 offi- Center. It was awarded the Robert W. Carey ing the South San Francisco Classroom cers of the law have been killed in the line of Organizational Excellence Award in 2005, the Teachers Association in many capacities—in- duty, and 11 police officers have fallen in the Robert W. Carey Circle of Excellence Quality cluding as a member of the Negotiating Coun- past decade alone. Award in 2007, and re-designation for Magnet cil and as both President and Vice President. The most recent tragedy came less than six Recognition for Excellence in Nursing Services Since moving into school administration in months ago, whenPolice Officer Timothy Scott in 2008. 1979, Barbara served as an Assistant Prin- Abernethy was shot and killed during a foot The MEDVAMC serves as the primary cipal for Discipline and Attendance, then pursuit of a suspect who fled following a traffic health care provider for more than 120,000 Counseling and Guidance, before being stop. Officer Abernethy had lost sight of the veterans in southeast Texas and over 13,000 named Principal of South San Francisco High man as he chased him around a building in an from Houston. Veterans from around the coun- School in 1991. apartment complex. After going around the try are referred to the MEDVAMC for count- In 2003, her excellent work, unparalleled corner the man hid behind a gate and then less medical services, and their outpatient clin- standing in the community and clear passion shot the officer in the head as he ran by. Tim ics logged nearly 900,000 outpatient visits in for education led the SSF Unified School Dis- was transported to Memorial Hermann Hos- fiscal year 2008 alone. All this in a state with trict Board of Trustees to elevate Barbara Olds pital where he succumbed to his wounds a over 1.7 million veterans, 247,000 of which to the position of Superintendent of Schools. short time later. He is survived by his wife, are disabled and over 25,000 buried in her Since that time the district has thrived, despite son, daughter, parents, and siblings. soil. difficult financial times. Before him, there was Police Officer Gary There is another great example that comes Barbara Olds received her Bachelor of Arts Allen Gryder. He was struck and killed by a to mind, of how my district has honored those and Secondary Teaching Credential from San drunk driver while directing traffic at a con- who defend them. In Memorial Plaza, stands Francisco State University and a Master’s of struction site on the Katy Freeway. The drunk a pillar holding a stone globe; written on the Public Administration from the College of driver drove through a barricade and struck pillar are several names of US soldiers, fallen Notre Dame in Belmont. She further advanced Officer Gryder and another officer without in the Second World War, as well as a quote her education with an IDEA Fellowship in braking. The vehicle continued until striking a by Father Dennis Edward O’Brien, chaplain of 1989. brick wall. Gryder is survived by his wife, son, the U.S. Marines: Madam Speaker, I have been privileged to step-daughter, two grandchildren, parents, and ‘‘IT’S THE SOLDIER: When the country know Superintendent Olds these many years two sisters. has been the need, it has always been the sol- and can attest to the fact that she shaped And before either of them, there was Officer dier! It’s the soldier, not the newspaper who thousands of young minds and encouraged Rodney Joseph Johnson. Officer Johnson had has given us Freedom of the Press. It’s the countless students to engage in their world stopped a large white pickup truck occupied soldier, not the poet, who has given us Free- and pursue their dreams. Her love and pas- by a man and woman on Randolph at Braniff, dom of Speech. It’s the soldier, not the campus organizer, who has given us the Freedom sion for education was passed onto her son, just south of Hobby Airport, at about 5:30 p.m. to Demonstrate. It’s the soldier who salutes Robert, who continues the family tradition as a He placed the male driver—who, it would turn the flag, serves under the flag and whose cof- fourth grade teacher. out, was in the country illegally—under arrest fin is draped by the flag who gives the pro- Our community and our nation are better after he was unable to produce a drivers li- tester the right to burn the flag. And it’s the places because of the work of Barbara Olds. cense. After handcuffing the male, he placed

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Despite being fatally wounded, Officer John- National Blue Ribbon Awards and in 1993, re- Sidney. son was able to push an emergency button, ceived the ‘‘Best in Services Recognition’’ Every year tens of billions of cigarettes dis- alerting dispatch to the incident. When other from the Royal Swedish Academy of appear into a lucrative black market for to- officers arrived, the male was still handcuffed Sciences. bacco products and are trafficked throughout and sitting in the patrol car, and the weapon As both a principal and superintendent, the world. Smuggling harms public health and was recovered. Officer Johnson was taken to Marilyn’s tireless dedication has led to numer- minors by undermining tobacco tax policies. Ben Taub Hospital, where he was pronounced ous public and private grants for her school Smuggling also makes tax-free cigarettes dead. system, including funding for science, tech- available to minors who might otherwise quit For these reasons, and more, our country nology, reading and reforming curriculum. smoking. It is reported that cigarette smug- has found respect for these brave men and Madam Speaker, I know from personal ex- gling also helps finance criminal activity and women throughout its history. In 1962, Presi- perience that everything Marilyn has done in terrorist organizations. dent John F. Kennedy signed a proclamation her educational career has been to further the By diverting cigarettes while they are in the declaring May 15 as Peace Officers Memorial excellence and opportunities of the children in wholesale distribution chain, large-scale smug- Day to honor law enforcement officers killed in her care. Nevertheless, she has been singled glers generally avoid all taxes. Increasingly, the line of duty, and to designate the calendar out for numerous personal recognitions, in- cigarette smuggling is on the rise throughout week in which May 15 occurs as Police Week. cluding being a finalist for the National Safety the United States. The U.S. Bureau of Alcohol, And it is this tradition that we continue Council’s Principal of the Year; elected Presi- Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) has today, as this body, the House of Representa- dent of the Association of California School reported that the number of ATF tobacco tives, honors police officers for their efforts to Administrators; State Coordinator of the Cali- smuggling investigations has increased from create safer and more secure communities, fornia Partnership Network Schools; Chair- 10 in 1998 to 425 in 2005. Some of these in- and who risk their lives daily to protect Ameri- person of the ACSA Middle School State Con- vestigations and convictions have occurred in cans. ference; and awarded College of Notre Dame, Texas. I wholeheartedly agree with my colleagues Belmont’s Alumnus of the Year; Hinsdale, Illi- Currently, the Jenkins Act, 15 USC 375, re- that Police Week provides an opportunity to nois’ Teacher of the Year; and San Mateo quires any person who sells and ships ciga- honor police officers and law enforcement per- County’s Outstanding Educator. rettes across a state line to a buyer, other sonnel for their selfless acts of bravery, and Marilyn has represented our community and than a licensed distributor, to report the sale to that police officers and law enforcement per- our nation at international conferences, includ- the buyer’s state tobacco collection officials. sonnel who have made the ultimate sacrifice ing presenting to the Stockholm School of Ec- Compliance allows states to collect a cigarette should be remembered and honored. onomics and serving as the United States rep- excise tax. There are misdemeanor penalties So let there be no doubt that the House of resentative to the New Leaders Conference in for violation. Smugglers are circumventing the Representatives expresses its strong support Singapore. In addition, she regularly attended Jenkins Act by virtue of internet-based to- for the Nation’s police officers and law en- the nationally-acclaimed Harvard University bacco sales. Sales of tobacco through the forcement personnel. Superintendents’ Forum. internet have resulted in the loss of billions of Marilyn Miller studied History and English at f dollars in tax revenue. the University of California, Berkeley before The Contraband Cigarette Trafficking Act, IN APPRECIATION FOR THE EX- transferring to San Jose State University for 18 USC 2342, makes it illegal for persons to CEPTIONAL PUBLIC SERVICE OF her Education Degree. She went on to receive knowingly ship, transport, receive, possess, MARILYN MILLER a Masters in Public Administration at Bel- sell, distribute, or purchase contraband ciga- mont’s College of Notre Dame. rettes or contraband smokeless tobacco. It HON. JACKIE SPEIER– Madam Speaker, Marilyn has earned her re- also prohibits a person from knowingly making tirement, even if the hole she leaves will be OF CALIFORNIA any false statement or representation with re- impossible to fill. She recently welcomed a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spect to information required by law to be kept new grandson, Cole, who with granddaughter, in the records of any person who ships, sells, Thursday, May 21, 2009 Erin, will happily occupy whatever free time distributes cigarettes in excess of 10,000 in a Marilyn finds herself with. She and her always Ms. SPEIER. Madam Speaker, the end of single transaction. supportive husband, Dr. Arthur Miller, will now every school year is a time of change as grad- Cigarette smuggling is on the rise due to the be able to spend more time with the little ones uates move on and students move up. In Cali- internet and sales to and between Native as well as their daughter Ashleigh and sons fornia’s Twelfth Congressional District, this American tribes and others. The PACT Act in- Garreth and Heath. As with all great public school year ends by bidding farewell to an un- troduced by the Honorable Anthony Weiner servants, their service is largely dependent on paralleled education professional, Marilyn Mil- makes it a federal offense for any seller to fail the amount of support they receive at home, ler, Superintendent of the Hillsborough City to comply with all state excise tax, sales tax so it is fitting to thank Marilyn’s loving family School District. licensing, and tax stamping laws. This bill also for sharing their wife and mother with the Ms. Miller came to our community in 1975, increases the Jenkins Act’s existing penalties greater community for all these years. with ten years of teaching under her belt in from a misdemeanor to a felony. It further em- Southern California and Illinois. Her experi- f powers states to enforce the Jenkins Act ence, passion for teaching and devotion to her PACT ACT against out of state sellers sending delivery students were immediately recognized and sales into its territory by giving the Attorney within five years, Marilyn was promoted to SPEECH OF General the power to seek injunctive relief and Principal of South Hillsborough School. In civil penalties. The Act prohibits the shipment 1984, she was given even greater responsi- HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE of cigarettes and tobacco through the U.S. bility when she moved to William H. Crocker OF TEXAS Postal Service and provides the ATF with the Middle School, where she stayed until ascend- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ability to inspect a distributor’s business. Re- ing to the Superintendent’s position 17 years fusal to submit to inspection results in addi- ago. Tuesday, May 19, 2009 tional penalties. Internet sellers are required to Under Superintendent Miller’s extraordinary Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, verify a seller’s age and identity through data- leadership, Hillsborough schools have been I rise in support of this legislation, H.R. 1676, bases and the person accepting delivery must singled out for local, statewide, national and the Prevent All Cigarette Trafficking Act of verify age and identity when signing for deliv- even international awards. Nine times in her 2009 or PACT Act. This bill was introduced by ery. tenure, Hillsborough schools have been Representative WIENER of New York. This leg- I urge my colleagues to support this bill.

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IN APPRECIATION OF BARBARA thank my colleague Representative TOWNS for HINCHEY, for introducing this important legisla- PLETZ introducing this bill and I urge my colleagues tion. I thank my legislative director, Arthur D. to support H.R. 2182, amending the American Sidney. HON. JACKIE SPEIER– Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. Sup- National Women’s Health Week is a OF CALIFORNIA porting this bill will ensure that those people weeklong health observance coordinated by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES responsible for monitoring and accounting the the U.S. Department of Health and Human $787 billion currently being allocated through Services’ Office on Women’s Health (OWH). Thursday, May 21, 2009 the Recovery Act are able to do so both fairly National Women’s Health Week empowers Ms. SPEIER. Madam Speaker, San Mateo and efficiently. I would also like to thank my women to make their health a top priority. County has one of the most respected Emer- legislative director, Mr. Arthur D. Sidney, for all With the theme ‘‘It’s Your Time,’’ the nation- gency Medical Services agencies in the na- his hard work. wide initiative encourages women to take sim- tion. Much of that success is due to EMS Pro- This bill will require federal agencies receiv- ple steps for a longer, healthier, and happier gram Administrator Barbara Pletz, who retires ing funds under the American Recovery and life. During National Women’s Health Week, May 21st after 21 years of dedicated and in- Reinvestment Act, subject to guidance from communities, businesses, government, health spired service. the Director of the Office of Management and organizations, and other groups work together Under Barbara’s leadership, the San Mateo Budget (OMB), to reasonably adjust applicable to educate women about steps they can take County EMS system has been transformed limits on administrative expenditures for fed- to improve their physical and mental health into a nationally recognized model of excel- eral awards to help award recipients defray and lower their risks of certain diseases. Im- lence. The department has been singled out costs of data collection, auditing, contract and portant steps include: getting at least 21⁄2 for many honors, including the Award for Ex- grant planning and management, and inves- hours of moderate physical activity, 1 hour cellence from the International Association of tigations of waste, fraud, and abuse required and 15 minutes of vigorous physical activity, Fire Chiefs, International City-County Manage- under such Act. or a combination of both each week; eating a ment’s Award for Outstanding Partnerships, The ‘‘Enhanced Oversight of State and nutritious diet; visiting a health care profes- the Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in Local Economic Recovery Act’’ modifies the sional for regular checkups and preventive Public Safety from the League of California Recovery Act and provides state and local screenings; avoiding risky behaviors, like Cities, and a commendation from the National governments the flexibility to set aside a por- smoking and not wearing a seatbelt; and pay- Council for Public-Private Partnerships. tion of their stimulus funds, up to .5% of such ing attention to mental health, including getting Barbara Pletz has advanced emergency funds, in addition to any funds already allo- enough sleep and managing stress. medical services in San Mateo County by, cated to administrative expenditures, to con- Research has established the existence of among other things, encouraging public-pri- duct planning, management and oversight in- persistent racial and socioeconomic disparities vate partnerships, working with hospitals to vestigations to prevent and detect waste, in women’s health in the United States. We develop the County’s Trauma and Stroke fraud, and abuse. know that coronary disease is the leading Plans and helping develop the San Mateo Furthermore, H.R. 2182 will permit the Ad- cause of death for both men and women. But, County Mental Health Assessment and Refer- ministrator of the General Services Administra- nearly twice as many women in the U.S. die ral Treatment Program. tion (GSA) to provide for the use by state and of heart disease and stroke every year as die Ms. Pletz is a registered nurse with over 35 local governments of GSA federal supply from all types of cancer. Yet, multiple studies years of health care experience, including a schedules for goods or services funded by have shown that women are less likely than quarter century in emergency medical serv- such Act. The GSA schedules are pre-nego- men to be referred for invasive cardiac proce- ices. She is past president of the Emergency tiated federal contracts for a range of common dures. Medical Services Agency Administrators’ As- goods and services, for stimulus projects. In While the life expectancy of women in the sociation of California and was its Legislative addition, this bill will make participation by a United States has risen, as a group, African Chair from 1998–2004. She is also past presi- firm that sells to a state or local government American women have a shorter life expect- dent of the California Emergency Department through such schedule, voluntary as well as ancy and experience earlier onset of such Nurses Association and was one of the very require the OMB Director to issue guidance to chronic conditions as diabetes and hyper- first commissioners on the California State ensure accurate and consistent reporting of tension. If we look at the death rates for dis- EMS Commission. ‘‘jobs created’’ and ‘‘jobs retained’’ data. eases of the heart, African American women Besides honors bestowed on her depart- There is much concern that state and local are clearly at risk with 147 deaths per ment, Ms. Pletz has received personal ac- governments are unable to meet the oversight 100,000. When we look at cervical cancer, we claim, including the Distinguished Service demands placed on them by the Recovery see that the incidence rate of invasive cervical Award from the Emergency Nurses Associa- Act. The stimulus calls for unparalleled over- cancer is higher among Asian-American tion, the Circle of Service Award from the Cali- sight and accountability, so we must provide women. Yet, we cannot explain the causes of fornia State Association of California, and the those whose job it is to root out waste, fraud, these higher rates. Lawrence M. Herman Award for Legislative and abuse with the adequate tools to get the Disparities are perhaps most alarming when Advocacy from the American Heart Associa- job done. Our state and local governments are we look at HIV/AIDS. Twenty-two percent of tion. on the front lines of this monumental effort to Americans currently living with HIV are Madam Speaker, all of us in San Mateo fight mismanagement of Recovery Act dollars women, and 77 percent of those are African County are sorry to see Barbara go, but we and their success is vital to making the stim- American or Hispanic. Many people are wish her much joy and adventure as she pur- ulus work. Not initially providing funds for state shocked to know that AIDS is the second sues her love of travel and experiencing new auditors under the Recovery Act was an omis- leading cause of death among African Amer- foods and cultures. Our county is a better sion that needs to be rectified. I encourage all ican women age 25 to 44. place because of her service and for that we of my colleagues to support this bill. There are nearly 40 million women in Amer- are eternally grateful. f ica who are members of racial and ethnic mi- f nority groups. These women suffer dispropor- SUPPORTING NATIONAL WOMEN’S tionately from premature death, disease, and ENHANCED OVERSIGHT OF STATE HEALTH WEEK disabilities. Many also face tremendous bar- AND LOCAL ECONOMIC RECOV- riers to optimal health. This is a growing chal- ERY ACT SPEECH OF lenge in our nation. The challenge is even greater when we con- SPEECH OF HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE OF TEXAS sider the aging population. By the year 2050, HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nearly 1 in 4 adult women will be 65 years old or older, and an astonishing 1 in 17 will be 85 OF TEXAS Tuesday, May 19, 2009 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years old or older. We must ensure that our Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Federal agencies are in the forefront, working Tuesday, May 19, 2009 today, I rise in support of H. Con. Res. 120 to find solutions to the challenges our nation Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, ‘‘Supporting the goals and ideals of National faces in caring for the health of our women. I stand before you today in support of H.R. Women’s Health.’’ I would also like to extend It is important to celebrate National Wom- 2182, the ‘‘Enhanced Oversight of State and my gratitude to my distinguished colleague en’s Health Week to remind women that tak- Local Economic Recovery Act.’’ I would like to from New York, Representative MAURICE D. ing care of themselves is essential to living

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This figure is stag- en’s Health Week it is important to educate the West Los Angeles Veterans Medical Cen- gering. Young people who themselves might our wives, mothers, grandmothers, daughters, ter, the largest VA hospital in the continental not even have a job are able to get credit sisters, aunts, and girlfriends about the steps United States. The West LA VA was built on cards. This is astounding because it begins they can take to improve their health and pre- land that was generously donated in 1888 to the cycle of indebtedness. vent disease. After all, when women take even serve as an Old Soldiers’ Home. I am pleased Recent studies have indicated that young the simplest steps to improve their health, the that a State Veterans Home is being con- people do not even know basic financial topics results can be significant and everyone can structed on the property and that the VA is such as the impact of student loans on one’s benefit. moving forward to develop long-term thera- credit, how to balance a checkbook, and the H. Con. Res. 120 is an important way to peutic supportive housing on the campus. In impact of automobile loans on one’s credit. support the women of this nation, and I am addition, I am delighted that the Fisher Foun- Because of my concern that young people proud to stand today in support of this impor- dation has built a facility on the property are not sufficiently informed about financial lit- tant legislation. I urge my colleagues to sup- where veterans’ families can live while their eracy, I have offered this amendment: To report this legislation as well. loved ones are getting medical treatment at quire financial literacy counseling for bor- f the hospital. These are all appropriate uses rowers, and for other purposes. that are consistent with the deed and will ben- This amendment is important because ap- MEMORIAL DAY efit our nation’s veterans. proximately two-thirds of students borrow to I remain opposed, however, to the VA’s pay for college according to the Center for HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN consideration of any plan that would divert Economic and Policy Research. Moreover, OF CALIFORNIA portions of this land for commercial uses. That one in ten of student borrowers have loans IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is why I am pleased that Senator DIANNE FEIN- more than $35,000. Passing this legislation will ensure that our nation’s college students Thursday, May 21, 2009 STEIN and I were able to have legislation passed by Congress and signed by the Presi- will be more prepared when incurring student Mr. WAXMAN. Madam Speaker, each year dent to prohibit the sale or commercialization loan debt and help them to avoid default as Memorial Day is an important time to honor of the campus. I will continue my work with student loans severely impact one’s credit the fallen, renew our support to the wounded local veterans groups, elected officials and the score. Currently there is about $60 billion in and recognize the commitment and heroism of community to ensure that the property of the defaulted student loan debt. those who serve the United States. West LA VA is preserved for programs that Many students do not understand the reality In my district this weekend the headstones benefit and serve our veterans. of repaying student debt while taking out these of the Los Angeles National Cemetery, as As Americans join together this Memorial loans. While most Americans have debt of those in hundreds of cemeteries across the Day, let us properly thank those who stand in some kind, student loan repayment is espe- country, will be surrounded by flowers and by harm’s way, far from home, living under con- cially scary, as one cannot just declare bank- loved ones paying their respects to the de- tinual risk and fighting under the stars and ruptcy and have their loans discharged. Due parted. In the hustle and bustle of everyday stripes to preserve and defend the freedoms to the lack of financial literacy counseling for life, these serene and mournful fields honor that all Americans cherish and hold dear. We borrowers, student loan payments are often those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in owe these brave men and women an enduring higher than expected. Recent grads are un- defense of the freedoms we so cherish. debt of gratitude. able to afford the monthly payments resulting The sanctity and preservation of our nation’s f in them living paycheck to paycheck, acquiring battlefields, monuments and institutions are of credit card debt and in extreme cases, grads utmost importance to ensure that future gen- CREDIT CARDHOLDERS’ BILL OF leaving the country in order to avoid repay- erations can pay their respects to those who RIGHTS ACT OF 2009 ment and debt collectors. have fought. One of my constituents, Leon Students and parents are not currently re- Cooper, has been tireless in his efforts to SPEECH OF ceiving the proper or any information of the raise awareness about the build-up of garbage HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE burden that their student loans will have once and debris at Red Beach in Tarawa Atoll in OF TEXAS they graduate. This is possibly a result of the the remote Pacific island nation of Kiribati. On IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES relationship between student loan companies this site, in a span of just a few days in No- and universities, as some lenders offer univer- Wednesday, May 20, 2009 vember 1943, nearly 1700 Marines and Navy sities incentives to steer borrowers their way. personnel were killed and over 2000 more Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, College campuses are one place that young wounded in heavy fighting. Americans are taught to work hard and make Americans are introduced to credit and the I applaud Mr. Cooper for his commitment. money and to buy a house, but we are never possibility of living beyond their means. With Recently his story about the Battle of Tarawa taught about financial literacy. In these tough proper loan and credit counseling the burden and its aftermath, Return to Tarawa: The Leon economic times, it is imperative that Ameri- of debt incurred in college could be greatly re- Cooper Story, debuted on the Discovery Net- cans know about financial literacy; it is crucial duced. Especially in this time of recession, fi- work. This documentary, narrated by Ed Har- to our survival. Americans need to be pre- nancial literacy is one of the most important ris, provides a remarkable window into the pared to make informed financial choices. In- tools that we can give to our students in order events surrounding both the battle itself and deed, we must learn how to effectively handle to ensure their success in the future. Mr. Cooper’s involvement, and is a great serv- money, credit, debt, and risk. We must be- This amendment will provide financial lit- ice to future generations. come better stewards over the things that we eracy training to students and will require a I encourage our local U.S. Embassy in Fiji are entrusted. By becoming better stewards, minimum of 4 hours of counseling including to work with the Government of Kiribati on Americans will become responsible workers, entrance and exit counseling. Counseling will sanitation and conservation projects that heads of households, investors, entre- include the fundamentals of basic checking would provide long-term solutions for maintain- preneurs, business leaders and citizens. and savings accounts, budgeting, types of ing the coastline and preserving the area. It I am reminded of how important this issue credit and their appropriate uses, the different would be a tribute to our veterans and a great is to American society, as I was invited to at- forms of student financial aid, repayment op- benefit to the Kiribati people. tend a financial literacy roundtable panel at tions, credit scores and ratings, as well as in- While we honor those fallen and veterans the New York Stock Exchange late last month. vesting. from generations past, we must also honor the The panel was sponsored by the Hope Lit- I support the bill and urge my colleagues to needs of our soldiers returning from Iraq and eracy Foundation. The panel was moderated do likewise. Afghanistan. The past three years have seen by John Hope Bryant. I was surrounded by H.R. 627 prevents card companies from un- a remarkable increase in support for our na- some of the great financial literacy experts in fairly increasing interest rates on existing card tion’s veterans, including the strengthening of the nation. At the roundtable, I discussed the balances—retroactive increases are permitted quality health care, funding increases to treat importance of financial literacy for college and only if a cardholder is more than 30 days late,

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Based on a new analysis of this data, we the private sector and government allow small Requires companies to let consumers set found that 82 percent of credit cards allowed business owners to be empowered by the their own fixed credit limit that cannot be ex- issuers to impose penalty interest rate hikes Federal regulatory process and not the victim ceeded. that could last indefinitely, giving responsible of it. Prevents companies from charging ‘‘over- cardholders no right to return to the originally WOMEN the-limit’’ fees when a cardholder has set a agreed interest rate. H.R. 2352 will accomplish many different ini- limit, or when a preauthorized credit ‘‘hold’’ ‘‘CURE PERIOD’’ PROVISION WOULD HELP CURB tiatives pertaining to helping small businesses. pushes a consumer over their limit. PENALTIES AVERAGING $500 PER YEAR There are specific stipulations that will enable Limits (to 3) the number of over-the-limit The median allowable penalty interest rate women-owned businesses. It will revise the fees companies can charge for the same was 28 percent per year, adding nearly 14 Small Business Administration’s women’s transaction—some issuers now charge vir- percentage points to the average non-penalty business center program to publish grants and tually unlimited fees for a single violation. interest rate. This penalty would cost $140 an- establish a process for centers regarding ad- Ends unfair ‘‘double cycle’’ billing—card nually for every $1,000 in credit card debt, or ministration matters. It will also authorize ad- companies couldn’t charge interest on debt nearly $500 per year for a typical repriced ac- ministrations to provide financial assistance to consumers have already paid on time. count. In most cases, these added costs can If a cardholder pays on time and in full, the private nonprofit organizations to conduct continue as long as the account is open, re- bill prevents card companies from piling addi- projects for the benefits of small businesses gardless of the cardholder’s subsequent pay- tional fees on balances consisting solely of owned and controlled by women as well as ment behavior. women’s businesses centers performance left-over interest. The Federal Reserve has announced rules Prohibits card companies from charging a measures to be established. H.R. 2352 will to help limit penalties it deems ‘‘unfair and de- fee when customers pay their bill. also require the National Women’s Business Many companies credit payments to a card- ceptive.’’ But even under those rules, Ameri- Council studies to include the impact of the holder’s lowest interest rate balances first, cans will be on track to pay credit card com- 2008—2009 financial markets crisis on making it impossible for the consumer to pay panies more than $7 billion per year in penalty women-owned businesses. H.R. 2352 will off high-rate debt. The bill bans this practice, interest charges—unless congressional lead- broaden the Women’s Business Centers Pro- requiring payments made in excess of the ers adopt an important new Senate proposal. gram by improving and expanding business The proposal, often called a ‘‘cure period’’ minimum to be allocated proportionally or to development resources for women entre- or ‘‘pathway back,’’ enables consumers to re- the balance with the highest interest rate. Pro- preneurs by increasing counseling and training verse penalty interest rates by making on-time tects Cardholders from Due Date Gimmicks. facilities for this sector, particularly targeting Requires card companies to mail billing payments for six months. Cardholders who underserved areas. statements 21 calendar days before the due pay on-time during the cure period can reduce GENERAL date (up from the current 14 days), and to penalty interest charges by half or more. In addition to supporting women small busi- credit as ‘‘on time’’ payments made before 5 Mr. Speaker, I support this legislation. I urge ness development the bill creates a grant pro- p.m. local time on the due date. my colleagues to do the same. gram for SBDCs specifically designed to assist Extends the due date to next business day f small firms in securing capital such as the new for mailed payments when the due date falls JOB CREATION THROUGH small business lending generated under the on a day a card company does not accept or ENTREPRENEURSHIP ACT OF 2009 Recovery Act. The Recovery Act contains nu- receive mail (i.e. Sundays and holidays). merous provisions to generate new small busi- Establishes standard definitions of terms like SPEECH OF ness lending, such as increasing from 85% to ‘‘fixed rate’’ and ‘‘prime rate’’ so companies HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE 90% the amount of an SBA-backed loan that can’t mislead or deceive consumers in mar- the government guarantees—with estimates OF TEXAS keting and advertising. that the Act will generate $21 billion in new IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Gives consumers who are pre-approved for lending and investment for small businesses. a card the right to reject that card prior to acti- Wednesday, May 20, 2009 H.R. 2352 also creates new entrepreneurial vation without negatively affecting their credit The House in Committee of the Whole development programs. It establishes, for the scores. House on the State of the Union had under first time, a nationwide network of Veterans Prohibits issuers of subprime cards (where consideration of the bill (H.R. 2352) to amend Business Centers to provide specialized entre- total yearly fixed fees exceed 25 percent of the Small Business Act, and for other pur- preneurial training and counseling to our na- the credit limit) from charging those fees to the poses: tion’s veterans. It also creates new support card itself. These cards are generally targeted Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Chair, I services for Native American-owned small to low-income consumers with weak credit his- rise today in support of H.R. 2352 ‘‘Job Cre- businesses. ation Through Entrepreneurship Act of 2009.’’ tories. CONCLUSION I would also like to extend my thanks to Rep- Prohibits card companies from knowingly Small businesses are the lifeblood of our resentative HEATH SHULER of North Carolina issuing cards to individuals under 18 who are economy in Houston and across America. But for introducing this important legislation. This not emancipated. for too long, small businesses have found it Requires reports to Congress by the Fed- will amend the Small Business Act in a num- difficult or impossible to compete for federal eral Reserve on credit card industry practices ber of ways that will help small businesses contracts. I am proud to support legislation to enhance congressional oversight. throughout the United States. that fixes this problem and gives hard-working Requires card companies to send out 45- America is home to more than 26 million small businesses a fair shake. I urge my col- day notice of interest rate increases 90-days small businesses that represent more than leagues to support this bill as well. after the bill is signed into law; the remainder 99.7 percent of all employers. Small busi- of the bill takes effect 12 months after enact- nesses create half of our gross domestic prod- f ment. uct, and up to 80 percent of the new jobs na- TRIBUTE TO THE DAUGHERTY ME- 82 PERCENT OF CREDIT CARDS ALLOWED UNLIMITED tionwide. Recent studies have shown that sup- MORIAL ASSESSMENT CENTER PENALTY RATE INCREASES porting small businesses is good for the Amer- AT THE NAVAL SURFACE WAR- When credit card accounts become past ican economy. In fact, for every $1 invested, FARE CENTER, CORONA DIVISION due, companies frequently impose penalty in- small businesses will contribute $7 to the terest rate increases on outstanding balances, economy. H.R. 2352 provides small busi- HON. KEN CALVERT on top of late fees averaging $39. The penalty nesses and entrepreneurs the tools and re- OF CALIFORNIA interest rate can lead to a significant increase sources they need to succeed and thrive. En- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in the cardholder’s level of debt, and may con- trepreneurial development programs helped tinue to apply long after the cardholder has re- create 73,000 jobs last year alone. Thursday, May 21, 2009 established a track record of responsible pay- The vibrancy of our economic prosperity de- Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today ment behavior. pends on the ability of our nation’s small busi- to pay tribute to a young man who died in

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