September 14, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1541 deemed her as a perfect fit as the center’s su- Collectively, this group has provided four hun- NATIONAL SECURITY AND JOB pervisor. On July 1, 1982, Ms. Chamblee dred and twenty-five (425) years of service to PROTECTION ACT transitioned into the center supervisor role, the U.S. House of Representatives: SPEECH OF and on October 17, 1982, the center opened Kevin M. Allison, Office of the Chief Admin- under her care and guidance. istrative Officer HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Virginia Chamblee established programs OF MINNESOTA that have become senior center traditions. In Harold Blakney, Office of the Chief Adminis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the first week of the center’s opening, the trative Officer Monday Night Dance was established where it Thomas H. Blatnik, Office of the Sergeant at Thursday, September 13, 2012 has continued to this day. Likewise, the Christ- Arms Ms. McCOLLUM. Madam Speaker, I rise in mas Luncheon began in 1982 and has devel- Clarence G. Butler, Office of the Chief Ad- opposition to the so-called National Security oped into one of the largest North Texas sen- ministrative Officer and Jobs Protection Act. This legislation is an- ior community pot luck lunches. Another nota- other attempt by House Republicans to force ble tradition from the opening year was the David Carreiro, Office of the Clerk severe spending cuts that would harm middle weekly jam sessions, which began as music Darren Dahlstrom, Office of the Chief Ad- class families, while protecting tax breaks for lessons but developed into a community or- ministrative Officer millionaires. chestra of nearly 20 members. This bill is an election year talking point, not Virginia Chamblee has spent the majority Scott Derrick, Office of the Chief Administra- tive Officer a genuine solution to preventing massive her life serving her community. Throughout across-the-board budget cuts looming in Janu- her distinguished career, she has been a dedi- Kelda Y. Dunklin, Office of the Chief Admin- ary 2013. The nonpartisan Congressional cated and conscientious employee who has istrative Officer Budget Office determined this legislation always championed seniors. She is known for Wesley D. Jones, Office of the Chief Admin- would do nothing to prevent budget sequestra- her kindness, gentle spirit, and willingness to istrative Officer tion. H.R. 6365 cannot take effect unless a listen to any problem and extend a helping Kent Kahler, Office of the Chief Administra- separate bill implementing the policies of the hand. House Republican Budget becomes law. The Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 24th Congres- tive Officer House Republican Budget turns Medicare into sional District of Texas, I ask all my distin- Kevin S. Kelley, Office of the Chief Adminis- a voucher program, runs deficits for 29 years, guished colleagues to join me in honoring Vir- trative Officer provides trillions of dollars in additional tax ginia Chamblee for her 40 years of public Ronald M. Mullvain, Office of the Chief Ad- cuts to millionaires and billionaires, and forces service with the City of Bedford. ministrative Officer layoffs for thousands of police officers, fire- f Sandra Q. Pilkerton, Office of the Chief Ad- fighters, and teachers. President Obama and RECOGNITION OF EMPLOYEES OF ministrative Officer the Democratic Senate would never impose THE OFFICERS AND THE INSPEC- such a radical and destructive plan on Amer- TOR GENERAL OF THE U.S. Deborah M. Robertson, Office of the Chief ica’s families and communities. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Administrative Officer The American people should be thankful WITH 25 YEARS OF SERVICE TO Joe T. Taylor, Office of the Chief Adminis- H.R. 6365 will never become law, since it em- THE HOUSE AND RECIPIENTS OF trative Officer bodies the same flawed policies as the House THE HOUSE EMPLOYEE EXCEL- Kimberly von Harders, Office of the Chief Republican Fiscal Year 2013 Budget Resolu- LENCE AWARD Administrative Officer tion. It seeks to replace the budget sequester House Republicans originally supported with Richard E. Wright, Office of the Chief Ad- cuts to America’s women, children, seniors, HON. DANIEL E. LUNGEN ministrative Officer OF CALIFORNIA and middle class families. H.R. 6365 insulates IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We also recognize and congratulate four the Defense Department from spending reduc- House employees for receiving the Employee tions even though the Pentagon’s budget dou- Friday, September 14, 2012 Excellence Award. This is a merit-based bled over the past decade and the war in Iraq Mr. DANIEL E. LUNGREN of California. Mr. award, given to one employee from each is over. H.R. 6365 refuses to ask millionaires Speaker, I rise today to congratulate and rec- House Officer organization, and the Office of and billionaires to share the sacrifices it de- ognize outstanding employees of the Officers Inspector General. Selected employees exhib- mands of middle class families. (Clerk of the House, Sergeant at Arms, and ited outstanding overall job performance and The budget sequester must be prevented Chief Administrative Officer) and the Inspector displayed a willingness to go above and be- from taking effect. House Democrats are General of the U.S. House of Representatives yond the call of duty throughout the last year. ready to compromise and vote to replace the who have reached the milestone of 25 years We honor the individuals named below for re- sequester with a balanced deficit reduction of service to the U.S. House of Representa- ceiving this prestigious award. plan that includes a combination of spending tives, as well as the recipients of the House Monica Barnabae, Paige Beatty, and The reductions and revenue increases. Every Employee Excellence Award. mainstream economist agrees this is the only The House’s most important asset is its HRCCC Staff, Office of the Chief Administra- tive Officer approach that will reduce long-term deficits dedicated and exceptional employees, whose and avoid plunging the economy back into re- work, often behind the scenes, is vital in keep- Stefan J. Bieret, Office of the Sergeant at cession. Regrettably, the bill on the floor today ing the operations and services of the House Arms chooses ideology over compromise and pro- running smoothly and efficiently. The employ- Charles M. McGee, Office of the Clerk longs the wait for the solutions our economy ees we recognize today are acknowledged needs to grow and create jobs. and commended for their hard work, dedica- Joseph C. Picolla, Office of Inspector Gen- eral I urge my colleagues to oppose H.R. 6365. tion, professionalism, support of House Mem- f bers, their staffs and constituents, and for their On behalf of the entire House community, I contributions day-in and day-out to the overall extend congratulations and once again recog- HONORING CARLA LAEMMLE ON operations of the House. These employees nize and thank these employees for their pro- HER 103RD BIRTHDAY have a wide range of responsibilities that sup- fessionalism and commitment to the U.S. port the legislative process, ensure the secu- House of Representatives as a whole, and in HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN rity of the institution, maintain our technology particular to their respective House Officers OF CALIFORNIA and service infrastructure, and contribute to a and the Inspector General. Their long hours IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more effective and efficiently operating House and hard work are invaluable, and their years support structure. They have accomplished of unwavering service, dedication, and com- Friday, September 14, 2012 many great things in a wide range of activities, mitment to the House set an example for their Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleas- and the House of Representatives and its colleagues and other employees who will fol- ure to rise in recognition of Carla Laemmle on Members, staff, and the general public, are low in their footsteps. I celebrate our hon- the occasion of her 103rd birthday. better served because of them. orees, and I am proud to stand before you Carla is the niece of Carl Laemmle, who We honor the individuals named below for and the nation on their behalf to recognize the founded Universal Studios. She grew up on 25 years of dedicated service to the House. importance of their public service. the Universal Studios lot in the early days of

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Carla is perhaps best known for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES trips to Washington and I will always remem- ber the satisfaction, joy and solace I have wit- her role in Dracula, starring Bela Lugosi. Her Friday, September 14, 2012 role in Dracula made her the person who nessed in these remarkable men and women spoke the first line of dialogue ever in a horror Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and often their family members as they visited movie. She is now the last surviving cast honor the Volusia Honor Air program. This our most cherished memorials in our nation’s member of both films. program is designed to honor and recognize capital. the veterans we often refer to as the ‘‘Greatest I ask my colleagues to join me in recog- Carla acted and danced in many more films, Generation.’’ nizing and congratulating the Volusia Honor including Broadway Melody, in which she Over the past 5 years, the Volusia Honor Air Air Program and the service of all of our World danced out of an oyster shell in a scene de- program has provided an opportunity for our War II veterans. signed by famous artist and fashion designer World War II Veterans from the central Florida Erte´. That film became the first musical to win area to travel to Washington, DC to visit the f a Best Picture Oscar at the Academy Awards. memorial built in their honor. That one-day REMEMBERING WILLIAM F. And, more than eighty years after her debut event for these World War II heroes is one of FAHERTY, JR. FOR A LIFETIME on the silver screen, Carla will return to thea- the most special in their lives and is certainly OF DEDICATED SERVICE ters soon in a new horror movie, Mansion of well deserved. Blood. Since the first flight in 2008, the program Carla continues to make her home in Holly- has accommodated more than 1,000 veterans HON. LEONARD LANCE wood, CA—a place that is home for her in a in hosting a special visit to their memorial. The OF NEW JERSEY way that few others will ever experience. She flight on September 29, 2012, will mark the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will celebrate her remarkable milestone with 10th and final flight for the program. Friday, September 14, 2012 I would like to first recognize the Volusia four generations of Laemmle family members, County Rotary Clubs who helped arrange and Mr. LANCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to many of whom have remained in Los Angeles. underwrite this program. Let me also pay spe- honor and remember the life of William F. Please join me in wishing Carla a very cial tribute to Volusia Honor Air Chairman Bill Faherty. Bill dedicated his life to his family and happy birthday and many happy returns. Mancinik for his leadership and the countless often answered the call of public service. Born others whose services and donations have in Trenton, Bill was raised in New Jersey, f been essential to making the program such an graduated from Rutgers University and has overwhelming success. more recently lived in Allamuchy. CRANIOFACIAL ACCEPTANCE While it is impossible to list every guardian Bill became a leader in the government of MONTH who accompanied the veterans, I would like to his home city of Trenton and was a banking thank each and every one of them for their executive with First National Bank. He was time and dedication in honoring these heroes. later called to serve in many positions in state HON. LOU BARLETTA However, I would like to specifically name government. He was appointed deputy com- missioner of the Department of Banking and OF PENNSYLVANIA the leaders of each flight and those committee members whose tireless efforts in organizing Insurance by Governor Richard Hughes. He IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES these intricate trips to Washington have made was named executive director of the New Jer- the events go so smoothly. sey European Trade Mission to England, Friday, September 14, 2012 The leaders of the ten flights are Chairman France and West Germany by Governor Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- Bill Mancinik, Ray Heffington, Mike Hill, Berna- Brendan Byrne. Governor Tom Kean selected ognize September as Craniofacial Acceptance dette Britz-Parker, Brad Strickland, Roger him to be executive director of finance for the Month. Baumgartner, Morgan Gilreath, Mike Brooks, Governor’s Management Improvement Firm. Geof Felton and Wayne Gordin. He was involved in planning that continues to Today, there are approximately 100,000 ba- Serving on the Volusia Honor Air Committee bring enjoyment to millions of people being in- bies born in the United States each year with are Chairman Bill Mancinik, Jeff Bumb, Mike strumental in the development of the a craniofacial disorder affecting the head, White, John Cheney, Gloria Denston, Paul Meadowlands, home of his beloved Giants, neck, extremities, and/or organs. It can be Goldberg, David Brannon, Russell Kelton, and the birth of gaming in Atlantic City. He caused by a birth defect, disease or trauma. In Andy Grose, Bob Lloyd, Mary Kay Everts, Judi selflessly served governors of both parties put- many cases, reconstructive surgery can cor- Whitaker, and Jack Ross. ting service ahead of partisanship. rect these problems early, often while the chil- As we all know, it takes more than just the Bill also was a man of charity. He raised dren are still infants. Additionally, over the dedication of those who volunteer; specifically many funds for the Robert F. Kennedy Memo- past 30 years, the medical community has it takes a lot of money to make these events rial Foundation and the State Council on the made great strides in improving the quality of happen. Thankfully, the Volusia Honor Air pro- Arts and was a trustee of the New Jersey life for those affected by this disorder. gram has had a host of generous donors over State Police Memorial Association. He was a Craniofacial disorders not only take a phys- the years helping to underwrite the expenses member of various boards of directors, includ- ical, mental, and social toll on the individual, for our WWII Veterans to make their trip to ing those of the Waterloo Foundation, but on family and friends as well. Being ac- Washington. Hackettstown Community Hospital and the cepted by others is a natural human desire, These generous donors include the County Battleship New Jersey Commission and was a but it’s not always easy for children born with of Volusia, Florida, the Paul B. and Constance member of the board of trustees for Rutgers these facial disfigurements to fit in, especially D. Hunter Charitable Foundation, Inc., Embry- Business School, the Partnership for a Drug in school and social settings. Craniofacial Ac- Riddle Aeronautical University, Cambata Avia- Free New Jersey and the Drumthwacket tion International, LLC, Florida Game Pro- Foundation. ceptance Month encourages individuals and motions, LLC, Coggins Auto Group, American Bill was devoted to his loving wife, Saralan, organizations to promote awareness and ac- Legion Posts and Auxiliaries, VFW Posts and his predeceased son William F. Faherty III, ceptance in their community and support pro- Auxiliaries, the Rotary Club of Daytona Beach, daughters, Faith Faherty Cust and Hope grams and services available to individuals the DeLand Breakfast Rotary, R. Michael Hill, Faherty, son-in-law, Jack Cust, brother, Pat- with facial differences. We must always re- Staed Family Associates, Steve and Berna- rick, and four grandchildren and two great- member there is a heart beyond each face. dette Parker, the Rotary Club of DeLand, the grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, I commend the organizations, Rotary Club of Downtown DeLand, Daytona I join William Faherty’s family and friends in such as Children’s Craniofacial Association, State College, Morgan and Beth Gilreath, remembering him for his public service to the and the American citizens who have aided Meeting Matters Plus, Inc., TD Bank, Wayne State of New Jersey, his love of his family and those affected by a craniofacial disorder. Gordin, Homewood Suites by Hilton, the the lives touched by his philanthropic work.

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