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CONGRESSMAN RALPH REGULA’S greatest ally. I found Ambassador Prosor’s ment of the Palestinians is the subject of an 90TH BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE words enlightening, and applaud him for annual debate? speaking the truth. I would now like to submit The difference is that Israel did its utmost to integrate the Jewish refugees into soci- HON. BOB GIBBS Ambassador Prosor’s speech. ety. The Arabs did just the opposite. OF OHIO AMBASSADOR RON PROSOR AT THE UNITED NA- The worst oppression of the Palestinian TIONS GENERAL ASSEMBLY ON NOVEMBER 24, people takes place in Arab nations. In most IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2014 of the Arab world, Palestinians are denied Wednesday, December 3, 2014 AMBASSADOR RON PROSOR citizenship and are aggressively discrimi- Mr. GIBBS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cel- ‘‘Mr. President, nated against. They are barred from owning I stand before the world as a proud rep- land and prevented from entering certain ebrate the 90th birthday of former Representa- professions. tive, Ralph Regula. resentative of the State of Israel and the Jewish people. I stand tall before you know- And yet none—not one—of these crimes are Ralph Strauss Regula was born in Beach ing that truth and morality are on my side. mentioned in the resolutions before you. If you were truly concerned about the City, Ohio, on December 3, 1924. Prior to his And yet, I stand here knowing that today in plight of the Palestinian people there would election to Congress, Mr. Regula served in the this Assembly, truth will be turned on its be one, just one, resolution to address the United States Navy, worked as a school head and morality cast aside. teacher and principal in Stark County schools, The fact of the matter is that when mem- thousands of Palestinians killed in Syria. And if you were so truly concerned about the served on the Ohio State Board of Education bers of the international community speak about the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, a fog Palestinians there would be at least one res- and was a member in both the Ohio State olution to denounce the treatment of Pal- House and State Senate. In 1973, Mr. Regula descends to cloud all logic and moral clarity. The result isn’t realpolitik, it’s estinians in Lebanese refugee camps. But there isn’t. The reason is that today’s was elected to Congress and served 18 con- surrealpolitik. debate is not about speaking for peace or secutive terms, until his retirement in 2009. The world’s unrelenting focus on the speaking for the Palestinian people—it is During his tenure in Congress, Mr. Regula Israeli-Palestinian conflict is an injustice to about speaking against Israel. It is nothing served as the Chairman of the House Appro- tens of millions of victims of tyranny and but a hate and bashing festival against terrorism in the Middle East. As we speak, priations Subcommittee for Labor, Health and Israel. Human Services, and Education, where he Yazidis, Bahai, Kurds, Christians and Mus- Mr. President, worked across party lines to improve edu- lims are being executed and expelled by rad- The European nations claim to stand for cational opportunities, workforce training pro- ical extremists at a rate of 1,000 people per Liberte´, E´ galite´, Fraternite´—freedom, equal- month. grams and healthcare. He was a passionate ity, and brotherhood—but nothing could be How many resolutions did you pass last farther from the truth. advocate for research and the advancement of week to address this crisis? And how many I often hear European leaders proclaim science. special sessions did you call for? The answer that Israel has the right to exist in secure Congressman Regula billed himself a ‘‘reg- is zero. What does this say about inter- borders. That’s very nice. But I have to say— ular’’ guy. He was the son of a dairy farmer national concern for human life? Not much, it makes about as much sense as me stand- and part of a high school graduating class of but it speaks volumes about the hypocrisy of ing here and proclaiming Sweden’s right to only 25, where he developed a strong work the international community. exist in secure borders. I stand before you to speak the truth. Of When it comes to matters of security, ethic and love of community. Ralph loved the 300 million Arabs in the Middle East and serving here because he cared about people Israel learned the hard way that we cannot North Africa, less than half a percent are rely on others—certainly not Europe. and helping improve their quality of life. In this truly free—and they are all citizens of Israel. In 1973, on Yom Kippur—the holiest day on House he was a pragmatic leader willing to Israeli Arabs are some of the most edu- the Jewish calendar—the surrounding Arab find solutions to tough problems. cated Arabs in the world. They are our lead- nations launched an attack against Israel. In I have personally known Ralph for over ing physicians and surgeons, they are elected the hours before the war began, Golda Meir, three decades and have many fond memories to our parliament, and they serve as judges our Prime Minister then, made the difficult meeting with him both here and in Ohio as my on our Supreme Court. Millions of men and decision not to launch a preemptive strike. women in the Middle East would welcome Congressman. Like many others I have The Israeli Government understood that if these opportunities and freedoms. we launched a preemptive strike, we would learned so much from Congressman Regula Nonetheless, nation after nation, will lose the support of the international commu- over the years. To that I say, Thank you! stand at this podium today and criticize nity. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in Israel—the small island of democracy in a As the Arab armies advanced on every recognizing the great life and career of Mr. region plagued by tyranny and oppression. front, the situation in Israel grew dire. Our Ralph Regula, wishing him a very happy 90th Mr. President, casualty count was growing and we were run- birthday. Our conflict has never been about the es- ning dangerously low on weapons and ammu- tablishment of a Palestinian state. It has al- nition. In this, our hour of need, President f ways been about the existence of the Jewish Nixon and Secretary of State Henry Kis- ISRAEL AT THE UNITED NATIONS state. singer, agreed to send Galaxy planes loaded Sixty seven years ago this week, on No- with tanks and ammunition to resupply our vember 29, 1947, the United Nations voted to troops. The only problem was that the Gal- HON. STEVE ISRAEL partition the land into a Jewish state and an axy planes needed to refuel on route to OF NEW YORK Arab state. Simple. The Jews said yes. The Israel. Arabs said no. But they didn’t just say no. The Arab States were closing in and our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Egypt, Jordan, Syria, Iraq, Saudi Arabia and very existence was threatened—and yet, Eu- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Lebanon launched a war of annihilation rope was not even willing to let the planes against our newborn state. Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to refuel. The U.S. stepped in once again and This is the historical truth that the Arabs negotiated that the planes be allowed to re- draw your attention to a speech given last are trying to distort. The Arabs’ historic fuel in the Azores. The government and peo- week by Israel’s Ambassador to the United mistake continues to be felt—in lives lost in ple of Israel will never forget that when our Nations, Ron Prosor. Ambassador Prosor war, lives lost to terrorism, and lives scarred very existence was at stake, only one coun- spoke passionately before the U.N. General by the Arabs’ narrow political interests. try came to our aid—the United States of Assembly about the U.N.’s persistent anti- According to the United Nations, about America. Israel agenda, which continues to manifest 700,000 Palestinians were displaced in the war Israel is tired of hollow promises from Eu- itself in many forms such as special sessions, initiated by the Arabs themselves. At the ropean leaders. The Jewish people have a same time, some 850,000 Jews were forced to long memory. We will never ever forget that formal inquiries, and one-sided resolutions that flee from Arab countries. you failed us in the 1940s. You failed us in single out Israel. I am proud of my steadfast Why is it, that 67 years later, the displace- 1973. And you are failing us again today. support for the State of Israel and will continue ment of the Jews has been completely for- Every European parliament that voted to my work to combat the U.N.’s bias against our gotten by this institution while the displace- prematurely and unilaterally recognize a

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K03DE8.001 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1706 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 Palestinian state is giving the Palestinians dom, should be ashamed. Israel will never let Imagine the type of state this society exactly what they want—statehood without this happen. We will make sure that the holy would produce. Does the Middle East really peace. By handing them a state on a silver places remain open to all people of all faiths need another terror-ocracy? Some members platter, you are rewarding unilateral actions for all time. of the international community are aiding and taking away any incentive for the Pal- Mr. President, and abetting its creation. estinians to negotiate or compromise or re- No one wants peace more than Israel. No Mr. President, nounce violence. You are sending the mes- one needs to explain the importance of peace As we came into the United Nations, we sage that the Palestinian Authority can sit to parents who have sent their child to de- passed the flags of all 193 member States. If in a government with terrorists and incite fend our homeland. No one knows the stakes you take the time to count, you will discover violence against Israel without paying any of success or failure better than we Israelis that there are 15 flags with a crescent and 25 price. do. The people of Israel have shed too many flags with a cross. And then there is one flag The first E.U. member to officially recog- tears and buried too many sons and daugh- with a Jewish Star of David. Amidst all the nize a Palestinian state was Sweden. One has ters. nations of the world there is one state—just to wonder why the Swedish Government was We are ready for peace, but we are not one small nation state for the Jewish people. so anxious to take this step. When it comes naı¨ve. Israel’s security is paramount. Only a And for some people, that is one too many. to other conflicts in our region, the Swedish strong and secure Israel can achieve a com- As I stand before you today I am reminded Government calls for direct negotiations be- prehensive peace. of all the years when Jewish people paid for tween the parties—but for the Palestinians, The past month should make it clear to the world’s ignorance and indifference in surprise, surprise, they roll out the red car- anyone that Israel has immediate and press- blood. Those days are no more. pet. ing security needs. In recent weeks, Pales- We will never apologize for being a free and State Secretary So¨ der may think she is tinian terrorists have shot and stabbed our independent people in our sovereign state. here to celebrate her government’s so-called citizens and twice driven their cars into And we will never apologize for defending historic recognition, when in reality it’s crowds of pedestrians. Just a few days ago, ourselves. nothing more than a historic mistake. terrorists armed with axes and a gun sav- To the nations that continue to allow prej- The Swedish Government may host the agely attacked Jewish worshipers during udice to prevail over truth, I say ‘‘J’accuse.’’ Nobel Prize ceremony, but there is nothing morning prayers. We have reached the point I accuse you of hypocrisy. I accuse you of noble about their cynical political campaign when Israelis can’t even find sanctuary from duplicity. to appease the Arabs in order to get a seat on terrorism in the sanctuary of a synagogue. I accuse you of lending legitimacy to those the Security Council. Nations on the Secu- These attacks didn’t emerge out of a vacu- who seek to destroy our State. rity Council should have sense, sensitivity, um. They are the results of years of indoc- I accuse you of speaking about Israel’s and sensibility. Well, the Swedish Govern- trination and incitement. A Jewish proverb right of self-defense in theory, but denying it ment has shown no sense, no sensitivity and teaches: ‘‘The instruments of both death and in practice. no sensibility. Just nonsense. life are in the power of the tongue.’’ And I accuse you of demanding concessions Israel learned the hard way that listening As a Jew and as an Israeli, I know with from Israel, but asking nothing of the Pal- to the international community can bring utter certainty that when our enemies say estinians. about devastating consequences. In 2005, we they want to attack us, they mean it. In the face of these offenses, the verdict is unilaterally dismantled every settlement Hamas’s genocidal charter calls for the de- clear. You are not for peace and you are not and removed every citizen from the Gaza struction of Israel and the murder of Jews for the Palestinian people. You are simply Strip. Did this bring us any closer to peace? worldwide. For years, Hamas and other ter- against Israel. Not at all. It paved the way for Iran to send rorist groups have sent suicide bombers into Members of the international community its terrorist proxies to establish a terror our cities, launched rockets into our towns, have a choice to make. stronghold on our doorstep. and sent terrorists to kidnap and murder our You can recognize Israel as the nation- I can assure you that we won’t make the citizens. state of the Jewish people, or permit the Pal- same mistake again. When it comes to our And what about the Palestinian Author- estinian leadership to deny our history with- security, we cannot and will not rely on oth- ity? It is leading a systemic campaign of in- out consequence. ers—Israel must be able to defend itself by citement. In schools, children are being You can publically proclaim that the so- itself. taught that ‘Palestine’ will stretch from the called ‘‘claim of return’’ is a non-starter, or Mr. President, Jordan River to the Mediterranean Sea. In you can allow this claim to remain the The State of Israel is the land of our fore- mosques, religious leaders are spreading vi- major obstacle to any peace agreement. fathers—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob. It is the cious libels accusing Jews of destroying Mus- You can work to end Palestinian incite- land where Moses led the Jewish people, lim holy sites. In sports stadiums, teams are ment, or stand by as hatred and extremism where David built his palace, where Solomon named after terrorists. And in newspapers, take root for generations to come. built the Jewish Temple, and where Isaiah cartoons urge Palestinians to commit terror You can prematurely recognize a Pales- saw a vision of eternal peace. attacks against Israelis. tinian state, or you can encourage the Pales- For thousands of years, Jews have lived Children in most of the world grow up tinian Authority to break its pact with continuously in the land of Israel. We en- watching cartoons of Mickey Mouse singing Hamas and return to direct negotiations. dured through the rise and fall of the Assyr- and dancing. Palestinian children also grow The choice is yours. You can continue to ian, Babylonian, Greek and Roman Empires. up watching Mickey Mouse, but on Palestin- steer the Palestinians off course or pave the And we endured through thousands of years ians national television, a twisted figure way to real and lasting peace. of persecution, expulsions and crusades. The dressed as Mickey Mouse dances in an explo- Thank you, Mr. President.’’ bond between the Jewish people and the Jew- sive belt and chants ‘‘Death to America and f ish land is unbreakable. death to the Jews.’’ Nothing can change one simple truth— I challenge you to stand up here today and TRIBUTE TO THE KENTUCKY COM- Israel is our home and Jerusalem is our eter- do something constructive for a change. Pub- MUNITIES ECONOMIC OPPOR- nal capital. lically denounce the violence, denounce the TUNITY COUNCIL (KCEOC) COM- At the same time, we recognize that Jeru- incitement, and denounce the culture of MUNITY ACTION PARTNERSHIP salem has special meaning for other faiths. hate. Under Israeli sovereignty, all people—and I Most people believe that at its core, the will repeat that, all people—regardless of re- conflict is a battle between Jews and Arabs HON. HAROLD ROGERS ligion and nationality can visit the city’s or Israelis and Palestinians. They are wrong. OF KENTUCKY holy sites. And we intend to keep it this way. The battle that we are witnessing is a battle IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The only ones trying to change the status between those who sanctify life and those quo on the Temple Mount are Palestinian who celebrate death. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 leaders. President Abbas is telling his people Following the savage attack in a Jeru- Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I that Jews are contaminating the Temple salem synagogue, celebrations erupted in Mount. He has called for days of rage and Palestinian towns and villages. People were rise today to pay tribute to the Kentucky Com- urged Palestinians to prevent Jews from vis- dancing in the street and distributing candy. munities Economic Opportunity Council iting the Temple Mount using (quote) ‘‘all Young men posed with axes, loudspeakers at (KCEOC)—Community Action Partnership in means’’ necessary. These words are as irre- mosques called out congratulations, and the celebration of the agency’s 50th anniversary of sponsible as they are unacceptable. terrorists were hailed as ‘‘martyrs’’ and ‘‘he- service to the people of southeastern Ken- You don’t have to be Catholic to visit the roes.’’ tucky. Vatican, you don’t have to be Jewish to visit This isn’t the first time that we saw the As one of the first 23 agencies established Palestinians celebrate the murder of inno- the Western Wall, but some Palestinians in 1964 to address poverty, KCEOC has would like to see the day when only Muslims cent civilians. We saw them rejoice after can visit the Temple Mount. every terrorist attack on Israeli civilians raised the bar high, going above and beyond You, the international community, are and they even took to the streets to cele- the call of duty to provide greater opportunities lending a hand to extremists and fanatics. brate the September 11 attack on the World for those in need. Thanks to a group of local You, who preach tolerance and religious free- Trade Center right here in New York City. citizens who applied for a competitive grant

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Through its programs and innovative and one of the most successful businessmen life of service: our soldiers and police officers. responses to dire needs in our impoverished in the United States. Alongside his extraor- In that capacity, Chris has started programs communities, more families today have access dinary success, Mr. Bridgeman has also prov- meant to help out K9 units by providing them to child development programs, food re- en to be a great model in transitioning from comprehensive first aid kits as well as car sources, affordable housing, and assistance professional sports to the business industry. heat alarms that can save the lives of dogs with financial needs than ever before. This I would like to take this time to honor the re- that are left in patrol cars. agency has also been a critical partner for gion’s state basketball champions from 1940 Chris is to undergo brain surgery in Janu- economic development, from recruiting jobs to to 2014. These teams have set the standard ary, and his doctors are hopeful that the pro- providing the infrastructure for new busi- for sports excellence in our region while cre- cedure will stop his seizures. I hope all of my nesses. The employees of KCEOC serve as ating an inspiring example for the community colleagues in the House will join with me as great ambassadors for eastern Kentucky, of Northwest Indiana. The girls basketball we wish Chris a successful operation and a proving that we have a strong, dedicated teams include East Chicago Roosevelt (1977), speedy recovery so he can come back and workforce and an intricate support community East Chicago Roosevelt (1979), Crown Point continue the good work he’s doing. that believes in helping one another succeed. High School (1984), Crown Point High School f Through the vision of leaders like Paul Dole, (1985), and Lake Central High School (1994). this agency has turned community losses into The boys basketball teams include Hammond TRIBUTE TO HONOR THE LIFE OF gains. One of the greatest examples of those Technical High School (1940), East Chicago MARTIN LITTON efforts was the transformation of the old as- Washington High School (1960), Michigan City bestos-plagued Corbin Hospital into clean, Elston High School (1966), Gary Roosevelt HON. ANNA G. ESHOO state-of-the-art housing for senior citizens. High School (1968), East Chicago Roosevelt OF CALIFORNIA Winston Churchill once said that a pessimist High School (1970), East Chicago Washington IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sees difficulty in every opportunity; an optimist High School (1971), Gary Roosevelt High Wednesday, December 3, 2014 sees the opportunity in every difficulty. That’s School (1991), Gary West Side High School what KCEOC works to convey every single (2002), East Chicago Central High School Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor day by providing a hand-up, rather than a (2007), Thea Bowman Academy (2010), the extraordinary life and work of Martin Litton, hand out. They provide hope in an otherwise Wheeler High School (2010), and Thea Bow- a legendary and passionate environmentalist dark hour for many families and I can’t thank man Academy (2013). and wilderness preservationist who died on this agency enough for its efforts day-in and Mr. Speaker, at this time, I ask you and my November 30, 2014, at his home in Portola day-out, letting our neighbors know that some- other distinguished colleagues to join me in Valley, California. Mr. Litton was born in Los one cares. recognizing the Gary Chamber of Commerce, Angeles on February 13, 1917, and was 97 KCEOC has forged important partnerships the organizers and sponsors of the 7th annual years of age when he died of age-related with local schools, employers and other com- Lakeshore Classic, and the prestigious state causes. munity organizations to capitalize on the re- champion teams that have been honored. Martin Litton was introduced early to the sources that are abundant in our communities. Their noteworthy commitment, leadership, and joys of the wilderness. He attributed a 12-day Together, we have made great strides in contributions have inspired generations to trip on Mt. Whitney that he and a friend took southeastern Kentucky, but we certainly come. as teens as the inspiration for his lifelong cru- sade to protect our environment. At age 18 he wouldn’t be where we are today without the f foundation that KCEOC has carefully crafted wrote a letter to the Los Angeles Times urging for thousands of families in our region. HONORING CHRISTOPHER Californians to save Mono Lake. Martin Litton In celebration of this 50th anniversary, I ask CARSWELL was best known for his fierce opposition to the my colleagues to join me in applauding the destruction of the Colorado River by the con- work of the KCEOC Community Action Part- HON. JOHN B. LARSON struction of dams, often in association with the nership in southeastern Kentucky. OF CONNECTICUT Sierra Club. He was one of the first several f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hundred people to float the river in 1955, and after fourteen years as the travel editor at 7TH ANNUAL LAKESHORE CLASSIC Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Sunset Magazine he began running the river BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I often, founding Grand Canyon Dories in 1970 wish today to honor Christopher Carswell, an and running commercial trips through the HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY inspirational young man who has faced nu- 1970s and 1980s, until he sold the business in OF INDIANA merous medical struggles with grace and 1988. He ran his last trip in 2004 at age 87, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES poise and has used his experiences as moti- rowing his own wooden dory. vation to start his own non-profit organization, Martin Litton was an author, activist, pilot, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 1Boy4Change, when he was only 13 years and a catalyst for change. He was close to Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with old. Today, he is 16 and has a story that we major figures in the environmental movement, great pleasure that I recognize the Gary all could learn a lesson from. such as David Brower, Edward Abbey and Chamber of Commerce as the organization Throughout his decade and a half of life, others. Martin Litton gave generously of his celebrates the 7th annual Lakeshore Classic Chris has suffered a tonsil adenoid surgery time and considerable talents to the conserva- basketball tournament. In honor of this occa- that resulted in the need for a feeding tube, tion movement as a Director of the Sierra Club sion, the Gary Chamber of Commerce hosted multiple hand reconstructive surgeries, as well from 1964 to 1973, as a member of the Exec- a celebratory event in Gary, Indiana, which in- as a connective tissue disorder that put him in utive Committee of the American Land Con- cluded a corporate luncheon held at the Ma- a wheelchair for a time. Then, he started hav- servancy, as an Advisor to the Southern Utah jestic Star Casino on Tuesday, November 25, ing seizures that put him into respiratory/car- Wilderness Alliance and on the Honorary and a basketball tournament at West Side diac arrest as well as a stroke which robbed Board of Directors of the Glen Canyon Insti- High School on Friday and Saturday, Novem- him of the right half of his field of vision. But tute. ber 28 and 29. through this long list of challenges, Chris has Martin Litton leaves his wife, Esther, his Northwest Indiana has a rich history of remained an upbeat person and has dedicated children John, Kathleen and Helen, as well as sports and impressive team players. The himself to the service of others. five grandchildren and three great-grand- theme for this year’s Lakeshore Classic is the In 2010, Chris was matched up with Bronx, children. ‘‘Cavalcade of Champions,’’ saluting all of the a service dog who became his constant com- Mr. Speaker, I ask the entire House of Rep- region’s state basketball champions from 1940 panion, ensuring he would never face what life resentatives to join me in extending our most to 2014. These exceptional players and threw at him alone. Shortly after that, he start- sincere condolences to Martin Litton’s family, coaches have made a mark in the region’s no- ed 1Boy4Change, with the mission of raising and in honoring his extraordinarily productive table sporting history and are to be highly awareness and providing support for individ- life. Martin Litton was a soaring figure, larger

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Lead- HAMAS KILLS AGAIN Americans too, as this latest attack that killed ing the Northwest Region is Dr. Thomas G. three Americans showed. Our first step should Coley, Chancellor, Ivy Tech Community Col- HON. TED POE be to cut the funding we give to the Pales- lege North West and North Central Regions. OF TEXAS tinian Authority (PA) until they take specific, The fellows selected by the Society of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES verifiable, and significant acts to go after those Innovators were chosen for their significant in- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 who commit acts of terrorism. At the very novative leadership and the impact of their ac- least, the PA needs to stop paying reward Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, ‘‘We love complishments throughout Northwest Indiana money to the families of terrorists. Second, we and beyond. Scott Albanese, founder and death more than the Jews love life.’’ This should make sure that our funding to Israel is Hamas propaganda phrase says it all. Inter- chief executive officer of Albanese Confec- strong and robust, focused on ensuring Israel tionery Group, Incorporated, in Merrillville, national outsiders cry ‘‘peace, peace,’’ but can beat back these terrorists. Finally, we there can be no peace as long as Hamas re- launched his business thirty years ago. Today, need to stop publicly and privately insulting the company generates over $100 million in fuses to recognize Israel’s right to exist. No Israel. Israel is the only liberal democracy in matter how many times leaders shake hands sales and its products can be found nation- the Middle East and one of our strongest allies wide, as well as in nine other countries. In ad- or how many agreements are signed, peace in the world. cannot be achieved if peace is not desired. dition, Scott invented the first gummy candy in The right response to a terrorist act is not the world with a distinguishable flavor, which The only reason Israel exists is because the words of condemnation followed by continued Jews persist in surviving. was previously deemed impossible. Robert pressure on the victims of terrorism. The right Coangelo is the founding farmer of Green In the morning hours of November 18, a response is recognizing the evil for what it is group of Orthodox Jews gathered at a syna- Sense Farms, which is the nation’s largest in- and countering it with swift justice against the door, commercial, vertical farm and the largest gogue in Jerusalem to pray. In the middle of perpetrators and strong support for the vic- their prayers, at 7 a.m., two terrorists wielding user of Phillips LED grow lights. The organiza- tims. tion grows produce in a controlled environ- guns, axes, and butcher knives attacked them. And that’s just the way it is. Odai Abu Jamal and his cousin, Ghassan Abu ment that is free of pesticides, herbicides, and f Jamal, killed 4 rabbis and one police officer GMO seeds while distributing its products and injured 8 others before they were shot by 10TH ANNUAL NORTHWEST INDI- throughout the Midwest. Robert Palumbo, local police. Three of the four rabbis were ANA INNOVATION INDUCTION Ph.D., professor and Alfred W. Sieving chair American citizens. CEREMONY of engineering, inspired the effort to build the The men were members of the terrorist nation’s fifth solar furnace at the College of group known as the Popular Front for Libera- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY Engineering at Valparaiso University, which is tion of Palestine (PFLP). While the group itself utilized by undergrad students to explore new OF INDIANA ideas in solar research. Dr. Palumbo is now did not claim responsibility, it was quick to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES support the attack. Hamas, another terrorist part of a ‘‘pioneering’’ team at the James S. group bent on the destruction of Israel, not Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Markiewicz Solar Energy Research Facility. only commended the attacks but called for Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with Neeti Parashar, Ph.D., spearheaded a High more. Terrorist groups supporting terrorist at- great respect and enthusiasm that I congratu- Energy Physics Team at Purdue University tacks does not surprise me. But Hamas is not late Ivy Tech Community College Northwest Calumet as part of a large global collaboration your typical terrorist group. It governs the en- and its regional partners, who recently cele- to discover the Higgs-Boson subatomic par- tire Gaza Strip as a result of the 1.8 million brated their 10th Annual Northwest Indiana In- ticle, which gave the Nobel Prize to Peter Palestinians there voting them into power. And novation Induction Ceremony. At the cere- Higgs of the United Kingdom and Francois the reaction from some of the people of Gaza mony, which reflects the ‘‘Spirit of Innovation’’ Englert of Belgium. Roger Pradham, Ph.D. to the attack shows that they share its terrorist in Indiana, fifteen individuals and fourteen played a key role in the development of new government’s feelings. In the town of Rafah, teams were inducted as members of the carbon steel products for the automotive in- the people celebrated by handing out sweets, 2014–2015 class of The Society of Innovators dustry, and he is the leading developer of carrying axes, and holding up posters of the of Northwest Indiana. Of these individuals, bake-hardenable steels. Dr. Pradham received terrorists. The religious elites joined in the several members were inducted as Society an AISI Gold Medal for his research outlining celebration as well: loudspeakers at mosques Fellows for their significant efforts in innova- the implementation of bake-hardenable steels in Gaza called out congratulations. Palestinian tion. These individuals are Scott Albanese, at Burns Harbor, and he currently holds four radio reports described the attackers as ‘‘mar- Robert Coangelo, Robert Palumbo, Ph.D., patents. tyrs’’. Undoubtedly, the terrorists’ family will re- Neeti Parashar, Ph.D., and Roger Pradhan, I am also honored to acknowledge William ceive compensation from the government’s Ph.D. William E. Nangle was honored as the E. Nangle, executive editor (ret.), The Times ‘‘terrorist fund’’, which pays stipends to the Gerald I. Lamkin Fellow for Innovation and of Northwest Indiana, who was recognized as families of terrorists who are imprisoned or Service, a special recognition named for the the Gerald I. Lamkin Fellow for Outstanding who died during their attacks. President Emeritus of Ivy Tech College of Indi- Innovation & Service. In his role, Mr. Nangle When an elected government and the peo- ana. Also honored were two Chanute Prize re- introduced the ‘‘Munster Model,’’ which pro- ple it governs celebrate a brutal terrorist at- cipients, the BP ‘‘One Global Team’’ for the vided the community with in-depth local and tack, it is a reminder of the challenges Israel Whiting Refinery Modernization Project and neighborhood news while also covering re- faces as it works for peace in the region. For PCL Alverno. In addition, a new team award gional news. This model became a huge suc- the last six years, this White House has pres- designated ‘‘Accelerating Greatness’’ was pre- cess in the journalism industry and is utilized sured the Israeli government to make conces- sented for the first time this year, and the re- nationwide. In addition, Mr. Nangle brought In- sion after concession for peace. The reaction cipients were James S. Markiewicz Solar En- diana’s seven largest newspapers together, of the people in Gaza to this latest attack ergy Research Facility, Valparaiso University, producing statewide access to public records. should wake the White House up to the unfor- and the Northwest Indiana Regional Develop- Under Mr. Nangle’s direction, The Times of tunate reality that, no matter how many con- ment Authority. For their truly remarkable con- Northwest Indiana became a national leader in cessions Israel makes, many Palestinians do tributions to the community of Northwest Indi- its industry. not want peace if it means Israel continues to ana and their continuous efforts to cultivate a The recipients of the Chanute Prize for exist. Palestinian acts of terrorism are not just culture of innovation, these honorees were in- Team Innovation should be commended for a problem of a couple of lone rats or individual ducted at the Horseshoe Casino in Hammond, their contributions. The BP ‘‘One Global terrorist groups, but they are supported by an Indiana, on Thursday, October 16, 2014. Team’’ for the Whiting Refinery Modernization entire infrastructure throughout the Palestinian The Society of Innovators of Northwest Indi- Project utilized a single team concept on a territories that has close ties to the senior Pal- ana was created by Ivy Tech Northwest with world scale to conduct the largest and most estinian leadership. Instead of repeatedly the goal of highlighting and encouraging inno- complex refinery construction project in BP

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K03DE8.010 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 3, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1709 history. PCL Alverno introduced total microbi- before he passed away, he walked nine holes has continued to serve on advisory boards of ology automation, which revolutionized the de- at the age of 87. Always push yourself, even many non-profit organizations and on the livery of results to patients and physicians. if it is during a game of such relaxation such boards of several schools. I served alongside PCL is the first to be designated as a as golf. him on the Abilene Christian University Board. Seimen’s Microbiology Innovation Center in Mr. Detrick is survived by his wife Barbara, Our community has benefited greatly from the United States. three children, and six grandchildren. I would the decades of service that Dr. Lewis has de- The Accelerating Greatness Award for like to extend my condolences to the family of voted. Dr. Lewis and his staff continue to be Team Innovation included two recipients. The Mr. Detrick during this difficult time. I hope the involved with Cypress-Woodlands Junior James S. Markiewicz Solar Energy Research Holiday season reminds everyone in his life of Forum, Be an Angel Fund, and Give Back a Facility, located at Valparaiso University, the joyful memories that he brought, and the Smile. houses the fifth solar furnace in the United importance of enjoying every moment they The list of this model citizen’s accomplish- States and the world’s only solar furnace pri- had together. Let us all remember the values ments is impressive and well-deserved, and marily designed, built, and used by undergrad that William Detrick brought to everyone it’s no surprise that he’s a Texan. students at an institution of higher learning. around him, and try to implement them in our Dr. Lewis’s service to his city, state and na- The Northwest Indiana Regional Development everyday lives in order to strive to be the best tion as well as his faith will have an enduring Authority is a regional organization that pro- people we can be. positive impact. vides nearly $30 million annually in a proven f A dedicated family man, Dr. Lewis has been collaborative model to leverage failing assets married to his wife, Holly for 33 years. To- into more than $1 billion in infrastructure and DR. GUY ‘‘MOJO’’ LEWIS, DDS— gether, they are the proud parents of five chil- economic development. MAKING TEXANS SMILE dren. Firm believers in Christian education, Dr. Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my distin- Lewis sent his children to Northland Christian guished colleagues to join me in commending HON. TED POE School, the same school that my children at- these outstanding innovators. The contribu- OF TEXAS tended, and where we both served on the tions they have made to society here in North- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Board of Trustees. west Indiana and worldwide are immeasurable Wednesday, December 3, 2014 His success can be attributed to his faith, and lifelong. For their truly brilliant innovative happy attitude about life and his career, and ideas, projects, and leadership, each recipient Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, when Dr. his genuine compassion and care for his pa- is worthy of the highest commendation. Guy ‘‘Mojo’’ Lewis walks into a room, every- tients. Dr. Lewis, thank you for your 30 years f one knows it. With his larger-than-life stature of service to our community and the State of and the mystic of Texas legend Sam Houston, Texas. HONORING WILLIAM H. ‘‘BILL’’ his commanding presence captures attention. Another great, Texas legend we are proud DETRICK People can’t help but smile when they see to have among our neighbors. To 30 more him, his presence is contagious. years of making people smile, thank you Dr. HON. JOHN B. LARSON As a personal friend and fellow Abilene Guy ‘‘Mojo’’ Lewis. OF CONNECTICUT Christian University Alum, I would like to con- And that’s just the way it is. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gratulate this outstanding Texan for cele- f brating his 30th anniversary of practicing den- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 tistry. CELEBRATING THE SAN FRAN- Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I Dr. Lewis knew from early on that he want- CISCO GIANTS’ WORLD SERIES submit these remarks today to honor William ed to be a dentist, never wavering in his deci- WIN H. ‘‘Bill’’ Detrick, who passed away at the age sion to make people smile. After graduating of 87 on September 19, 2014. Bill Detrick was from Abilene Christian University (’80), Dr. HON. NANCY PELOSI the long-time coach of the Central Connecticut Lewis earned his Doctorate of Dentistry from OF CALIFORNIA State University Basketball team, and after Baylor College of Dentistry. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that was the coach of Trinity College Golf In 1984, he became a founding member of team coach. He was everything that embodies the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry Wednesday, December 3, 2014 a passionate, tough, and tenacious coach and (AACD), at a time when cosmetic dentistry Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, as a longtime person. He taught college sports until the age was beginning to emerge. He became the season ticket holder and proud fan, I rise of 86, which is something that very few can youngest cosmetic dentist to be accredited by today to pay tribute to the 2014 World Series claim. the AACD. Additionally, he is also a member Champions, the San Francisco Giants. Throughout his 29 year tenure as the Cen- of the Texas Dental Association and the On October 29, 2014, our beloved Giants tral Connecticut basketball coach, he won 468 American Dental Association. He received a won San Francisco’s third championship in games with two undefeated seasons out of 24 fellowship in the International Academy for five years, defeating the Kansas City Royals in winning seasons. He brought the program to Dental Facial Esthetics. the seventh game of a down-to-the-wire World six Division II NCAA tournaments and ushered Dr. Lewis continues to give back to the Series. them into Division I basketball, where they re- community and takes time to guide aspiring The Giants’ post-season performance was main today. The standard and foundation set dentists as well. Recognizing the important of masterful, a shared victory built on the shoul- by his legacy at Central Connecticut will con- education, Dr. Lewis is an adjunct professor of ders of our entire team. The people of San tinue on for the future of their athletic pro- dentistry at Baylor College. Francisco salute our champions—players, grams. The legend that is Dr. Lewis is known far coaches and staff who carried forward the As a coach, one must assume the responsi- and wide. His extensive knowledge of cos- banner of our city to seize the pennant and bility of developing younger generations of metic dentistry and his incredible work ethic final victory. With timely hitting and phe- people as students, athletes, and most of all quickly gained him respect from his colleagues nomenal pitching, the Giants rose from the as people. Bill Detrick knew this as well as in the dental profession. Over his career, Dr. Wild Card to reclaim their position as base- anyone and was able to impact the lives of Lewis was routinely recognized for his exper- ball’s champions. each of those he coached even to this day. tise and contributions to the dental community. In their hard-fought victory, the Giants have He instilled the same values in his three chil- His list of credentials could fill a sports once again made us the proudest city in base- dren and six grandchildren as he did his play- arena, literally. He is the dentist of Olympic ball, and given fresh energy to the talk of a ers: Hard work and dedication to what you gold medal athletes, the Houston Astros, the rising dynasty on the Bay. Congratulations to love will always prevail in the end. Always go Houston Rockets and many more. all our ‘Stronger Together’ players, especially the extra mile in your endeavors. He preached He was named a ‘‘Top Doc’’ for 7 consecu- the members of the World Series roster: Tim these kinds of lessons to his children and tive years by H Texas Magazine and was list- Hudson, Jake Peavy, Ryan Vogelsong, Jer- players in order to prepare them not just for ed as a ‘‘Super Dentist’’ by Texas Monthly emy Affeldt, Santiago Casilla, Tim Lincecum, the game, but for their entire lives ahead. Magazine for multiple years. In addition, Dr. Javier Lo´pez, Yusmeiro Petit, Sergio Romo, A great example of his attitude in life came Lewis was elected by a group of his peers to Hunter Strickland, Buster Posey, Jean Machi, from a friend and golf partner of many years, be in the book Best Dentists in America. Andrew Susac, Joaquı´n Arias, Brandon Belt, who said that Bill would never ride in a cart, In addition to his notable recognition for his Brandon Crawford, Matt Duffy, Joe Panik, and always insisted on walking. Just a week work within the dental community, Dr. Lewis Pablo Sandoval, Gregor Blanco, Travis

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:44 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K03DE8.007 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1710 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 Ishikawa, Michael Morse, Hunter Pence, Juan mine increases in American Samoa. False empowered to determine future increases, Pe´rez and of course, our latest legend on the media reports begin to circulate suggesting though Special Industry Committees would pitcher’s mound, NLCS and World Series MVP Speaker Pelosi excluded American Samoa be abolished. EF writes to Speaker Pelosi, from H.R. 2 because Congressman Eni Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, Senator Madison Bumgarner. Faleomavaega (EF) is a Democrat, and be- Inouye, Senator Akaka, and Senator Binga- Bumgarner’s composure and phenomenal cause Del Monte is contributing to the man, Chairman of the Senate Committee on pitching silenced the bats of the Kansas City Speaker’s campaign. The media also implies Energy and Natural Resources. EF also Royals, and vaulted himself into the ranks of that the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) writes to Del Monte CEO Richard Wolford, the greatest playoff pitchers in history—pitch- does not apply to American Samoa. A cam- forwarding copy of letter and amendment to ing more innings in a single post-season than paign begins to make American Samoa sub- House and Senate. EF writes to Chicken of anyone in history and securing the lowest ject to the $7.25 federal minimum wage the Sea CEO John Signorino and Del Monte standard. CEO Richard Wolford to set the record World Series ERA of any pitcher with at least On January 16, EF responds by informing straight about comments made by Del 25 World Series innings pitched: only one run the press and Members of Congress that the Monte’s Executive Vice President regarding allowed in three World Series. FLSA has applied to American Samoa since EF’s position on minimum wage. On May 18, In our march back to the championship, we 1938 and that since 1956, under Section 5 and EF, Senator Inouye, Senator Bingaman, Sen- were also grateful for our gifted announcer, 8 of the FLSA, Special Industry Committees ator Akaka and Rep. Donna Christensen Renel Brooks-Moon, and talented English and administered by the Wage and Hour Division write to Chairman David Obey and Ranking Spanish-language broadcasters: Duane of the Department of Labor have determined Member Jerry Lewis of the House Committee wage rates in American Samoa. EF asks for Kuiper, Mike Krukow, Jon Miller, Dave on Appropriations and Chairman Robert Special Industry Committees to continue Byrd and Ranking Member Thad Cochran of Flemming, Tito Fuentes and Erwin Higueros. and for CNMI to be brought under the Spe- the Senate Committee on Appropriations The Giants represented excellence from the cial Industry umbrella. EF also writes to urging support of EF’s amendment but with field to the front office. As San Francisco cher- Senator Daniel Inouye, Senator Daniel an initial increase of $0.35 cents per hour. On ishes our latest victory, our gratitude extends Akaka and the following Senators from the May 21, Del Monte CEO Richard Wolford as well to the team’s Chief Executive Officer Senate Committee on Health, Education, writes to EF in support of his EF’s efforts in Larry Baer, General Manager Brian Sabean, Labor and Pensions (HELP): Senator Lamar Congress to resolve the challenges regarding Manager Bruce Bochy, and to the men and Alexander, Senator Wayne Allard, Senator the impact of increased wages on tuna can- Jeff Bingaman, Senator Sherrod Brown, Sen- nery operations in American Samoa. On May women of the Giants’ excellent staff. Their ator Richard Burr, Senator Hillary Clinton, 25, conferees do not accept the proposal but leadership and vision continue to support and Senator Tom Coburn, Senator Chris Dodd, do agree to include EF language calling upon strengthen our team. Senator Michael B. Enzi (Ranking Member), the U.S. Department of Labor to conduct a The heart and hard work of the Giants ex- Senator Judd Gregg, Senator Tom Harkin, study to determine impact of future in- tend well beyond the baseball diamond Senator Orrin Hatch, Senator Johnny Isak- creases. Wage hike with automatic escalator through the Giants Community Fund, which son, Senator Edward M. Kennedy (Chair- clauses is included in the Iraq War supple- has donated more than $18 million to vital man), Senator Barbara Mikulski, Senator mental spending bill and President George Lisa Murkowski, Senator Patty Murray, community efforts. Under their auspices, com- W. Bush signs it into law on May 25. The Senator Barack Obama, Senator Jack Reed, first wage increase occurs on June 24. munities and non-profit organizations through- Senator Pat Roberts, and Senator Bernie On June 6, EF writes to Rep. Christensen, out Northern California team with our cham- Sanders. EF also writes to Senate Majority Chair of the House Natural Resources Sub- pions to promote health and violence preven- Leader Harry Reid, Rep. George Miller, committee on Insular Affairs requesting an tion, youth fitness and recreation, education Chairman, House Committee of Education oversight hearing on the impact of the fed- and literacy. And, as the Junior Giants cele- and the Workforce, Rep. Howard Buck eral minimum wage legislation. EF copies brate their 20th anniversary with more than McKeon, Ranking Member, House Com- his letter to Governor and Legislature. On June 11, Chicken of the Sea President John 24,000 participants, we know there is perhaps mittee on Education and the Workforce, and Speaker Pelosi. On January 18 and January Signorino writes to EF, enclosing copy of no better gift we could have received than the 19, EF speaks out on the House floor. On Jan- letter COS Senior Vice President Jim Davet Commissioner’s Trophy. uary 22, EF and Senator Inouye write Sen- wrote to Del Monte and copied to Governor As we celebrate our latest championship ator Kennedy, Chairman of the Senate Com- Togiola. On June 21, EF writes to Thai Union and turn our eyes to future World Series, we mittee on HELP, in support of using Special President Thiraphong Chansiri and copies know that our team is blessed by the millions Industry Committees to determine wage his letter to Senator Inouye, Governor of passionate and devoted San Francisco Gi- rates for American Samoa and CNMI. On Togiola, Lieutenant Governor Sunia, ASG ants fans in Northern California, across the January 24, in an attempt to make a stink Legislature, COS President John Signorino, and COS Vice President of Operations Jim country, and around the world. We are proud about Democrats’ minimum-wage and terri- torial voting proposals, House Republicans Davet. EF responds to Davet’s comments and fans of a proud community. In pride, let us say take to the Floor wearing white stickers of requests meeting with Thai Union President once more say: Go Giants! Charlie the Tuna with a caption stating Chansiri. Mr. Chansiri agrees to meet. The f ‘‘Something’s Fishy!’’ EF writes to Sec- same day, EF writes to COS President John retary of the Interior Dirk Kempthorne. Signorino and sets the record straight about HISTORICAL RECORD OF FEDERAL StarKist and Chicken of the Sea write to EF. Mr. Davet’s comments. EF encloses a copy of MINIMUM WAGE AFFECTING On January 30, the Senate passes wage bill. his letter to Chairwoman Christensen as well AMERICAN SAMOA On February 5, EF writes to conferees in as his letter to Thai Union President support of strengthening Special Industry Thiraphong Chansiri. EF also writes to Del Committees, including Chairman Kennedy Monte CEO Richard Wolford and encloses a HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA and Ranking Member Enzi of the Senate copy of his letter to Rep. Christensen re- OF AMERICAN SAMOA HELP Committee, and Ranking Member questing a hearing as soon as possible. EF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Howard ‘‘Buck’’ McKeon and Chairman Mil- writes to Governor Togiola informing him ler of the House Committee on Education that he will meet be meeting with StarKist, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 and the Workforce. On March 12, EF writes Chicken of the Sea, Del Monte, Thai Union Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Chairman Miller. On March 15, minimum and boat owners in San Diego, California re- today to include, for historical purposes, infor- wage bill is attached to Emergency Iraq War garding the impact of federal minimum wage mation on the timeline regarding the federal Supplemental bill. Republican Mark Kirk law. EF also informs Governor that he will minimum wage issue affecting American also offers an amendment to extend federal be meeting with Thai Union President minimum wage rates to American Samoa by Thiraphong Chansiri on July 1. EF copies his Samoa as debated and discussed in the U.S. $0.50 cents per hour every year until the Ter- letter to Senator Inouye, Lieutenant Gov- Congress. ritory reaches the mainland rate of $7.25 per ernor, and the American Samoa Legislature. When the Democratic Party took control hour. Amendment is accepted by House Ap- On July 1, EF meets with Thai Union of both houses of Congress following the 2006 propriations Committee. On March 15, EF President Thiraphong Chansiri in Bangkok, elections, it promised to increase the federal writes to Rep. David Obey, Chairman of the Thailand. On July 24, EF meets with U.S. De- minimum wage to $7.25 per hour in its ‘‘first House Committee on Appropriations in oppo- partment of Labor officials, including Dr. 100 hours’’ on the floor. On January 10, 2007, sition to the Kirk amendment. Obey prom- Ronald Baird, Chief Economist from the Of- the House passes H.R. 2, the Fair Minimum ises that the issue will be resolved during fice of the Assistant Secretary for Policy, Wage Act of 2007, by a vote of 315–116. CNMI conference. who is tasked to undertake the study man- was included in the bill and subject to an- On May 11, EF writes to Chairman Miller dated by Congress to determine impact of nual increases until the Territory reached a offering compromise amendment to the Kirk minimum wage increases. On July 25, EF rate of $7.25 per hour. American Samoa was proposal in which workers would be provided writes to Secretary of the Interior Dirk excluded from the bill, meaning Special In- a one-time increase of $0.50 cents per hour Kempthorne regarding his meeting with the dustry Committees would continue to deter- and the U.S. Department of Labor would be U.S. Department of Labor and requesting

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On January On January 30, EF meets with Senator Senator Bingaman and Senator Murkowski’s 29, EF introduces H.R. 5154 to condition fur- Inouye and thanks him for agreeing to in- committee staff inform EF and Sablan that ther increases in minimum wage on a deter- clude language in H.R. 1, the American Rein- Democrats have cleared H.R. 3940 for UC. On mination by the Secretary of Labor. EF vestment and Recovery Act (ARRA) that September 16, at 4 pm, Republican cloak- writes to Governor Togiola and provides him would require the GAO to conduct a new room informs Democrats that 2 holds have with a copy of the DOL report and informs study by April 15, 2010. On February 17, H.R. been placed including one by Senator him that he has introduced H.R. 5154. EF 1 is signed into law with 3rd wage increase to DeMint (R–SC). Senate ends business for the copies Senator Inouye, U.S. Secretary of the go forward and a mandate for a new GAO re- day and does not go in Session on Friday. On Interior, Lieutenant Governor, ASG Legisla- port to be released by April 2010. On Feb- September 18, Saturday night, Senator ture. On February 12, EF writes to Para- ruary 19, EF writes to Governor Togiola, Bingaman and Senator Murkowski’s staff in- mount Chief Mauga regarding field hearing President of the Senate Gaoteote, Speaker form EF and Sablan that there is nothing to be held in American Samoa regarding im- Savali and asks them to join him in sending they can do to overcome Senator DeMint’s pact of minimum wage increases. On Feb- a letter to Chairman Miller requesting a hold. On September 20, EF’s office contacts ruary 14, EF writes to Chairman Miller re- deferment of the 3rd increase until GAO has Senator DeMint’s Chief of Staff at 10:29 am. garding H.R. 5154 and thanking him for send- time to complete its study. On February 23, At 11:52 am, Senator DeMint’s Chief of Staff ing 2 professional staff members to field EF holds meeting in his DC office with Gov- responds stating he has forwarded EF infor- hearing scheduled to be held in American ernor Togiola and Governor Fitial for pur- mation and comments to policy staff for re- Samoa on February 22. On February 22, Rep. poses of drafting a letter and sending a uni- view. On September 21, at 11:28 am, Senator Christensen, Chair of the House Natural Re- fied message to Congress and the Adminis- DeMint’s staff informs EF office that Sen- sources Subcommittee on Insular Affairs, tration regarding the need to delay min- ator DeMint will agree to let minimum wage holds field hearing in American Samoa at imum wage. On February 24, EF, Governor section pass, but expresses concerns about EF’s request regarding impact of federal Togiola and Governor Fitial deliver their Guam provision. EF office informs Rep. minimum wage increases on American Sa- letter to U.S. Secretary of the Interior Ken Bordallo’s office of concerns raised about moa’s economy. EF testifies before the Salazar during meeting of Interagency Group Guam. Rep. Bordallo’s office begins process House Resources Subcommittee on Insular on Insular Affairs (IGIA). On May 7, EF of working out compromise regarding Guam Affairs. On February 28, EF testifies before writes to Governor Togiola regarding COS provisions. On September 27, at 4:36 pm, Rep. the Senate Committee on Energy and Nat- closure and copies letter to American Samoa Bordallo’s office and Sen DeMint’s office ural Resources regarding the Impact of the Legislature. On May 30, the 3rd minimum reach agreement on new language regarding Recently Increased Minimum Wage in Amer- wage increase goes into effect. On July 24, Guam provision. On September 28, at 9:45 ican Samoa. EF responds to ASG petition to President am, Senator DeMint’s office informs Repub- On March 14, Chairman Miller writes to EF Obama. On December 14, House and Senate lican cloakroom that he has released his and raises concerns about DOL. The same agree to EF’s request to postpone 4th in- hold on H.R. 3940 pending the change in lan- day, EF, Senator Inouye, Senator Akaka, crease from May 2010 to September 2010 to guage regarding the Guam provision. Change Senator Bingaman write to Chairman Robert give Congress time to act on the GAO study. is made and H.R. 3940 is hot-lined again. At C. Byrd and Ranking Member Thad Cochran On April 8, 2010, GAO releases new study on 1:36 pm, Democrats begin hotline process. At of the Senate Committee on Appropriations the impact of minimum wage hikes in Amer- 3:48 pm, Democratic staff informs EF and requesting delays in minimum wage. On ican Samoa and CNMI. On April 30, EF Sablan that Senator Coburn is raising ques- March 31, Secretary of the Interior to Dirk thanks Chairman Miller for agreeing to his tions but Senator Murkowski’s staff is try- Kempthorne writes to EF offering support. request to modify minimum wage law based ing to resolve his concerns. At 4:13 pm, EF On April 3, EF writes to Senator Inouye on findings of GAO and copies Senator speaks with Senator Majority Leader Harry thanking him for agreeing to offer an amend- Inouye, Chairman Nick Rahall of the House Reid asking that bill be placed on floor for ment based on H.R. 5154 to delay minimum Committee on Natural Resources, U.S. Sec- DC once it clears the Democratic and Repub- wage increases and to review further in- retary of the Interior Ken Salazar, Governor lican cloakrooms. However, Senator Mur- creases. EF also writes to Senator Bingaman Togiola, and the American Samoa Legisla- kowski’s staff is unable to clear Senator and Senator Akaka. On April 18, EF writes ture. On May 5, EF forwards Senator Inouye Coburn’s hold. At 4:42 pm, EF office contacts to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid. On copy of letter to Chairman Miller. On May Senator McCain’s office asking for help to April 20, EF writes to Senator Orrin Hatch. 12, Senator Inouye thanks EF for copy and release Senator Coburn’s hold. Senator On April 22, EF and Governor Fitial write to assures him of support in Senate. On June 12, McCain’s office agrees. At 5:17 pm, EF office Senator Kennedy, Senator Inouye, Senator EF and Rep. Sablan of CNMI write to Sen- phones Senator Coburn’s office. At 6:03 pm, Bingaman, and Senator Akaka. EF and Gov- ator Inouye, Chairman of the Senate Appro- Senator Coburn’s office informs EF’s office ernor Fitial also write to Chairman Miller. priations Committee, and include language that Senator Coburn has agreed to release On April 24, EF and Governor Fitial write to approved by Chairman Miller that would his hold. At 6:09 pm, Senator McCain’s office House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer. On May halt minimum wage increases in American also informs EF office that Senator Coburn 13, EF and CAPAC members Rep. Mike Samoa for 2010 and 2011 and for CNMI for 2011 has agreed to release his hold. Senate passes Honda, Rep. Joseph Crowley, Rep. based on GAO report, and asking for inclu- H.R. 3940 by DC. At 10:28 pm, EF sends letter Christensen, Rep. Albio Sires, Rep. Solomon sion in any legislative vehicle that might be to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi, House Ortiz, Rep. Nydia Velazquez, Rep. Bennie moving. EF and Rep. Sablan also write to Majority leader Steny Hoyer, Chairman Mil- Thompson, Rep. Neil Abercrombie, Rep. Al Senator Tom Harkin, Chairman of the Sen- ler of the House and Committee on Edu- Green, Rep. Luis Gutierrez, Rep. Joe Baca, ate HELP Committee, Senator Bingaman, cation and Labor, Leader and Chairman Nick Rep. Mazie Hirono, and Rep. Hank Johnson Chairman of Senate Committee on Energy Rahall of the House Committee on Natural write to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, and Natural Resources, and Chairman David Resources requesting that H.R. 3940 be Speaker Nancy Pelosi, House Majority Lead- Obey of the House Committee on Appropria- brought to the House floor for immediate er Steny Hoyer, Chairman David Obey of the tions. On July 27, Senator Bingaman and passage. House Appropriations Committee, Chairman Senator Murkowski agree to include EF and On September 29, at 8:05 am, EF office Norm Dicks of the Interior Appropriations Sablan language in H.R. 934, a CNMI bill al- phones House Majority Leader Steny Hoyer’s Committee, Chairman Miller of the Edu- ready passed by the House, which is hotlined Chief of Staff again requesting that H.R. 3940 cation and Workforce Committee, Chairman for Unanimous Consent (UC) in the Senate. be brought to Floor for passage. ML Hoyer’s Kennedy of the Senate HELP Committee, Bill clears Democratic hotline. Republican office states that Republican Leadership Senator Inouye, Senator Akaka, and Chair- hold placed on CNMI provision relating to must be on board. At 10:33 am, EF office con- man Bingaman of the Senate Committee on submerged lands. Rep. Sablan would not tacts Republican Leader John Boehner’s Energy and Natural Resources requesting agree to take out his submerged lands provi- Chief of Staff, Republican Whip Eric Can- support for delays. On May 21, Senate passes sion. In response, Senator Bingaman and tor’s Chief of Staff, Republican Staff Direc- language in the Emergency Supplemental to Senator Murkowski agree to include EF and tor for Ranking Member John Kline of the conduct new GAO study. On May 30, the 2nd Sablan minimum wage language in H.R. 3940, House Committee on Education and Labor, minimum wage increase goes into effect. On a Guam bill already passed by the House, and Republican Staff Director for Ranking July 31, EF, Chairman Rahall of the House which is hotlined for Unanimous Consent in Member Doc Hastings of the House Com- Committee on Natural Resources and Rep. the Senate. mittee on Natural Resources, providing copy Christensen write to U.S. Secretary of the On August 3, EF writes to Senator Binga- of EF letter to Republican leadership. At Interior Dirk Kempthorne requesting tech- man thanking him for agreeing to include 10:38 am, EF office contacts Rep. Flake (R– nical assistance funds to conduct comprehen- minimum wage language in H.R. 3940. EF AZ), member of the Resources Committee sive economic study of American Samoa. On writes to Senator Murkowski thanking her and LDS Member of Church, requesting help November 25, EF writes to StarKist regard- for support. On August 6, EF provides up- in getting support from Republicans, includ- ing announcement to lay off workers and dates informing public that H.R. 3940 has ing Ranking Member Doc Hastings of the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.002 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1712 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 Natural Resources Committee. At 10:39 am, ferson County. Fran has received the Jeffer- significant contributions to Coats for Kids, and Rep. Flake’s office informs EF office that son Foundation Community Service Award the WHRC Elementary School when its roof message will be forwarded to Rep. Flake. At and was named Channel 7’s Everyday Hero. caved in. 12:08 pm, Rep. Flake sends message saying he I extend my deepest appreciation and con- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me will speak to Ranking Member Doc Hastings in recognizing the remarkable impact the of Natural Resources Committee. At 12:31 gratulations to Fran for her positive impact in pm, Republican Leader John Boehner’s Chief Jefferson County and for the numerous kids Golden Opportunity Club has made over the of Staff responds thanking EF office for she has and continues to support. last 50 years on the lives of senior citizens in bringing this to his attention and stating f the City of Pontiac. As more and more mem- that they will respond appropriately base on bers of the Baby Boomer generation become conversations with their two Ranking Mem- ON THE OCCASION OF THE FIF- seniors, the health and happiness of senior bers. At 12:30 pm, EF speaks to Ranking TIETH ANNIVERSARY OF GOLD- citizens will become increasingly important to Member Doc Hastings on House floor, and EN OPPORTUNITY CLUB OF PON- sustain robust communities. The Golden Op- also Rep. Flake who has also spoken to TIAC, MICHIGAN portunity Club is vital to this work in the Pon- Ranking Member Hastings. Ranking Member Hastings and Ranking Member John Kline of tiac community. I congratulate the Golden Op- the Education and Labor Committee agree to HON. GARY C. PETERS portunity Club on its many achievements and let bill go to the Floor by suspension. At OF MICHIGAN wish its members continued success in ful- 12:38 pm, EF office informs Majority Leader IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES filling their mission and encouraging the spirit Hoyer’s office that Republicans will agree to and vitality of Pontiac’s seniors. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 let the bill be brought to the House floor by f suspension instead of UC, meaning a voice Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I vote will be requested and that the measure rise today to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of CELEBRATING THE 25TH ANNIVER- must win by a vote of 290. At 5:18 pm, ML the Golden Opportunity Club, which was es- SARY OF THE HISPANIC-AMER- Hoyer’s office agrees to put bill on House tablished as a venue for senior citizens in the ICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE floor. ML Hoyer calls EF. At 8:52 pm, EF of- fice begins providing Samoa News with reg- Greater Pontiac community to connect and ular updates. learn. Founded with the philosophy that in- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN On September 30, at 12:19 am, EF office in- creasing age does not need to impact an indi- OF NEW JERSEY forms Samoa News that vote is taking place. vidual’s quality of life, the Golden Opportunity IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES At 12:27 am, EF issues press release stating Club is a community organization that directly Wednesday, December 3, 2014 bill passes House by a vote of 386 to 5. At engages senior citizens in the City of Pontiac 12:31 am, EF office emails White House re- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to support a wide variety of activities that today to honor the Morris County Hispanic- questing assistance to get bill on President’s keeps them both mentally and physically ac- desk for signature. At 8:00 am, White House American Chamber of Commerce, located in emails EF office thanking EF for flagging tive. Morristown, New Jersey as it celebrates its the bill for signature. At 8:36 am, EF office Founded in October 1964, the Golden Op- 25th Anniversary. contacts Majority Leader Hoyer’s Chief of portunity Club first met at the Lakeside Homes The Morris County Hispanic-American Staff requesting assistance to get the bill Center in Pontiac with ten original members in Chamber of Commerce is a not-for-profit orga- from the House to the White House. At 8:40 attendance. Its supervisor, Mrs. Johnson, im- nization, whose purpose is to serve the grow- am, ML Hoyer’s COS states he is working it. mediately recognized the club’s unique poten- ing market needs of the U.S. Hispanic-Amer- At 10:58 am, Majority Leader Hoyer’s Chief tial and engaged in efforts to expand its reach ican businesses and residential communities, of Staff informs EF office that he has taken within the community. After much debate, she the bill to the Clerk’s office and that it is at specific to Morris County and adjacent areas. the Parliamentarian’s office awaiting clear- came up with the club’s signature name under In the summer of 1989, Esperanza Porras- ance, then it goes to Speaker Pelosi, then to the presidency of Mrs. Annie Thompson. Two Field, John Sanchez, and Neyla Porras the Senate, then to the President of the locations and thirteen presidents later, the Moreno founded the Morris County Hispanic- United States for signature. At 5:06 pm, thriving Golden Opportunity Club is now com- American Chamber of Commerce. The three White House informs EF that President has prised of 400 members. founding members began an organization with signed H.R. 3940. At 5:09 pm, EF office in- To carry out its mission, the club arranges the mission to ‘‘advocate, promote, and ad- forms Samoa News bill has been signed. activities and events for all people aged fifty- vance the interests of business owners, pro- Samoa News issues breaking news flash. At six and up. Club members participate in rec- 5:38 pm, EF issues press release announcing fessionals, organizations and corporations that bill has been signed into law. reational gatherings including: trips, picnics within Morris County and the adjacent areas and parties. In addition, the club offers its f that target and serve the U.S. Hispanic-Amer- members a forum to use their compassion and ican market.’’ Since then, the Hispanic-Amer- FRAN BAKER desire to others by participating in charitable ican Chamber of Commerce has helped to events to support their community. The Gold- foster the prosperity not only of the Hispanic HON. ED PERLMUTTER en Opportunity Club also reaches out to ill, community, but of Morris County as a whole. OF COLORADO hospitalized and homebound members by pro- Both Esperanza Porras-Field and John San- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES viding financial and emotional support to them chez remain active members of the chamber, and their families. while Neyla Porras de Moreno remains an ac- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Under the leadership of its current presi- tive member of another Hispanic Chamber. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise dent, Carolyn Price, the Golden Opportunity Esperanza Porras-Field, a founding mem- today to recognize and applaud Fran Baker for Club has continued to stay focused on its mis- ber, current president and CEO of the Cham- her tireless dedication and love for the com- sion of engaging seniors in activities that en- ber, is stepping down after years of distin- munity in Jefferson County. courage civic activism and promote an active guished service. She has shown her dedica- As the founder and Executive Director of the lifestyle. Recently, the Golden Opportunity tion to promoting the welfare of the community Gold Crown Enrichment Program, a free pro- Club has allied with Community Network Serv- in founding several more Chambers of Com- gram that serves 400 kids per year which fo- ices and other organizations to ensure that merce and facilitating their development. Her cuses on art and technology, Fran has raised their charitable contributions are benefiting the involvement extends beyond Morris County to over $350,000 each year to keep the program community. The funds that the Golden Oppor- an international scale, where she is on the Ad- running for free. Under Fran’s direction, Gold tunity Club raises through its events are used visory Board for the Hispanic Chamber of Crown Enrichment was awarded licensing for to make a significant impact on the residents Commerce in Toronto. Over the years her ex- an international after school program, The of Pontiac. Specifically, the Golden Oppor- perience and guidance have been a major fac- Computer Clubhouse, part of a global network tunity Club uses some of these funds to award tor in the success of the Chamber, and her of tech based after school programs. While annual scholarships to graduating high school leadership will be missed. dedicating herself full time to this program, seniors, as well as an annual contribution to Throughout the past 25 years, the chamber she does not take home a paycheck. In addi- the God U–C Youth Group, which is com- has continuously been recognized as one of tion to being a full-time volunteer for Gold mitted to inspiring and enriching the lives of the Best Chambers in the Northeast, within Crown, she also works in Jefferson County for youth in Pontiac. In conjunction with annual Region V, by the United States Hispanic other causes that support children. donations, the Golden Opportunity Club is Chamber of Commerce. In 2007, the chamber For nine years, Fran worked as a Title One committed to improving Pontiac as it continues was declared the Best National Medium His- Reading Teacher and Literacy Coach in Jef- to grow and develop. This past year it made panic Chamber, and received the award again

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.003 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 3, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1713 in 2014. At the 2014 United States Hispanic New York. While he never met his biological TOTAL: $1,084,823,309 Chamber of Commerce Convention, the Morris father, Mr. Baldwin did have a father figure From 2002 to 2007, the federal expendi- County Hispanic-American Chamber of Com- growing up, Baptist Minister David Baldwin. tures from federal agencies to American merce signed a Memorandum of Agreement The preacher’s religious influence had a last- Samoa totaled nearly $1.4 billion. The fol- with the Toronto Hispanic Chamber of Com- ing impression on James and his writings. The lowing is the amount of federal expenditures merce to provide mutual membership in each language of the church shaped the cadences per year: other’s respective chamber and host cross- and tones of his work, becoming unmistakable 2002: $212,103,366 border events with their Canadian friends in hallmarks of his literary style. He would go on 2003: $231,696,258 order to promote international trade. to spend three years as a youth minister. 2004: $249,179,251 With over 350 members, the chamber offers After striking out on his own and moving 2005: $238,160,608 over 20 annual events purposed to further away from home, Mr. Baldwin published short 2006: $226,979,671 growth and success. These events include stories in national periodicals under the tute- 2007: $233,242,815 networking and social events, fundraising, lage of his mentor, Beauford Delaney, a re- TOTAL: $1,391,361,969 business incubation, business card ex- nowned Harlem Renaissance painter. Disillu- From 2008 to 2012, the federal expendi- changes, procurement opportunities, training, sioned by the growing bigotry towards African- tures from federal agencies to American and seminars. Americans and the gay community, Baldwin Samoa totaled over $1.6 billion. The following Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues left our country and settled in France at the is the amount of federal expenditures per to join me in celebrating the 25th Anniversary age of 24. He found that the distance gave year: of the Morris County Hispanic-American him enough space to reflect on his experience 2008: $234,839,570 Chamber of Commerce. as a black man in white America. Please allow 2009: $333,785,001 f me to quote Mr. Baldwin’s later thoughts on 2010: $510,005,555 this dramatic change in his life: ‘‘Once I found 2011: $293,663,747 OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL myself on the other side of the ocean, I saw 2012: $262,246,963 DEBT where I came from very clearly . . . I am the TOTAL: $1,634,540,836 grandson of a slave, and I am a writer. I must f deal with both.’’ Through his writing, Baldwin HON. MIKE COFFMAN HONORING THE LIFE OF CECIL OF COLORADO was forced to confront this enlightening reality. MOZEL BAILEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES While he spent much of his life abroad, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Baldwin was recognized as a quintessential American writer. In 1953, Baldwin published HON. RALPH M. HALL Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January his first novel, a semi autobiography called Go OF TEXAS 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- Tell It on the Mountain, which explores the re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fice, the national debt was pression, moral hypocrisy, religious inspiration, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 $10,626,877,048,913.08. and community ties that characterized the Today, it is $17,988,139,701,976.27. We’ve Black American experience. His two collec- Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor added $7,361,262,653,063.19 to our debt in 5 tions of essays, Notes of a Native Son (1955) of the life of Cecil Mozel Bailey who recently years. This is over $7.3 trillion in debt our na- and Nobody Knows My Name (1961), as well passed away on February 23 at the age of 91. tion, our economy, and our children could as his two novels, Giovanni’s Room (1956) Cecil was a man of God dedicated to his faith, have avoided with a balanced budget amend- and Another Country (1962), were immediate family, and community. I consider myself fortu- ment. bestsellers. The works Baldwin published dur- nate to count Cecil and his family as personal f ing this unsettling time in American history, ex- friends and I know he will be greatly missed. plored the deep-rooted racial tension with elo- Cecil was born on November 11, 1922 in CELEBRATING THE 90TH BIRTH- quence and unparalleled honesty. As his col- Grand Saline, Texas. The values of family and DAY OF HARLEM RENAISSANCE lection of notable literary works continue to hard work were ingrained in Cecil from an POET LAUREATE JAMES BALD- exude words of strength, power, and wisdom, early age as he grew up helping his parents, WIN his writing will forever remain an essential part Harvey and Tennie Fisher Bailey, on the fam- of the American literary canon. ily farm. After graduating from Grand Saline HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my distin- High School, he received an offer to play foot- OF NEW YORK guished colleagues join me as we celebrate ball for Arlington State College. Cecil then de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this year, the 90th Birthday of Harlem Renais- cided to serve his country in the United States sance Poet Laureate James Baldwin. Army where he was stationed in Germany. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 After returning home from war, Cecil and his f Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, it is with great first wife Margarite raised their family together admiration that I rise today to join all of the HISTORICAL RECORD OF FEDERAL while Cecil worked as a warehouse super- people in the village of Harlem and my Con- EXPENDITURES TO AMERICAN intendent with A&P Grocery in Dallas and gressional District to pay tribute to Mr. James SAMOA 1995–2012 served as a Sunday School Teacher and dea- Baldwin, a legendary writer who broke new lit- con at Urban Park Baptist Church. erary ground by exploring racial and social HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA Following the passing of his wife Margarite, issues embedded in American history. OF AMERICAN SAMOA Cecil returned to Grand Saline. He then mar- On Saturday, August 2, 2014, the Greater ried his second wife, Irene, and the two IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Harlem Chamber of Commerce, the Harlem moved to Canton where they retired. His faith Arts Alliance, the New Heritage Theatre Wednesday, December 3, 2014 was important to him, and together, Cecil and Group, Columbia University School of the Arts, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise Irene Bailey helped start Lakeside Baptist The National Black Theater, Street Corner Re- today to include, for historical purposes, the Church. Cecil continued to actively serve the sources, Harlem Renaissance High School, following information on federal expenditures Lord and His church body as the First Chair- and HARLEM WEEK, Inc. joined elected offi- to American Samoa. man of the deacons. cials, community board members, residents, From 1995 to 2001, the amount of federal Family was also very important to Cecil. The and poet laureates to recognize August 2nd expenditures from federal agencies to Amer- Baileys enjoyed many trips together, traveling as James Baldwin Day in celebration of his ican Samoa totaled over $1 billion. The fol- to Israel, Hawaii, Alaska, New England, and 90th birthday. Among the many tributes, the lowing is the amount of federal expenditures Branson. He also spent time growing large marquee of the famous Apollo Theater read per year: vegetable gardens, canning its produce, and ‘‘Happy 90th Birthday James Baldwin.’’ Above 1995: $116,008,922 sharing what he grew with his family and all, a portion of East 128th Street, between 1996: $115,099,073 friends. Fifth Avenue and Madison Avenue, where he 1997: $174,193,691 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me once lived was renamed ‘‘James Baldwin 1998: $150,888,302 in celebrating the life of Cecil Bailey. He was Way’’. 1999: $171,449,811 a man who fully believed in the values of faith, Mr. Baldwin was born to Emma Jones, a 2000: $175,979,717 family, and community, and! believe everyone single mother, on August 2, 1924 in Harlem, 2001: $181,203,793 can benefit from his example.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.006 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1714 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 HEATHER KAPANDE Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Chattahoochee Council with the Boy Scouts of Business International as the senior vice presi- America, Dr. Mescon’s philanthropic presence HON. ED PERLMUTTER dent and chief officer for Europe, the Middle will be sorely missed in the greater Columbus OF COLORADO East, and Africa. On Wednesday, December area. He also serves as an ally in the Circles IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 3, 2014, he will be honored by the community in Columbus anti-poverty program, Chair for for his career and many achievements at Co- the annual campaign for the United Way of Wednesday, December 3, 2014 lumbus State University. the Chattahoochee Valley, and a member of Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise Dr. Mescon, along with his wife Lauren and the Fort Benning Futures Partnership Board. today to recognize and applaud Heather four children William, Preston, Abbie, and Of course, Dr. Mescon’s service has not Kapande for her outstanding service to our David, have lived a fulfilling life supporting the gone unnoticed. Georgia Trend Magazine community. mission of excellence at Columbus State. named Dr. Mescon one of the 100 Most Influ- While building her own successful small Before arriving at Columbus State in August ential Georgians in 2012, 2013, and 2014. Na- business in Jefferson County, Heather has 2008, Dr. Mescon was Dean of the Michael J. tionally, the White House has named him a positively influenced the small business com- Coles College of Business at Kennesaw State winner of the President’s Volunteer Service munity as a whole across the County. She University in Atlanta for 18 years, holding the Award from the President’s Council on Service began her professional career as a teacher Tony and Jack Dinos Eminent Scholar Chair and Civic Participation and he has received and has continued with her legacy of serving of Entrepreneurship. He is a Ph.D. recipient the national Award of Excellence from the others. Heather is an influential mentor in the from the University of Georgia’s Terry College U.S. Small Business Administration. community and goes the extra mile to deliver of Business, and also has received an MBA Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join the absolute best she can to her family, from Southern Methodist University’s Cox me today in congratulating Dr. Timothy S. friends, clients and community. School of Business and a B.A. from Tulane Mescon for six outstanding years as President Since 1999, Heather manages Nick’s Pro University. Dr. Mescon also served on the fac- at Columbus State University. He has truly im- Fitness and has helped make it into the pros- ulties of the University of Miami and Arizona plemented an outstanding vision for Columbus perous organization it is today. In 2003, State University. He was founding Dean of the State University and brought leadership to our Heather took on the additional role as an inter- Frank Perdue School of Business at Salisbury community. I am profoundly grateful for his national event planner. She continues to run University in Maryland and serves on the Advi- outstanding stewardship and dedication and Nick’s Pro Fitness, but also has a key role at sory Board of the Kingston University (U.K.) wish him well in all his future endeavors. The Bastian Group planning events for busi- School of Business and Law. Additionally, Dr. f nesses in the corporate and entertainment Mescon has served as a visiting fellow at The IN RECOGNITION OF THE UAB arenas. Heather has a passion and drive that Hebrew University of Jerusalem. DENTISTRY CARES COMMUNITY her family, friends, clients and the community Under his six years of leadership, Columbus DAY all benefit from. State University has grown in prestige and I extend my deepest congratulations to stature. It launched its first doctoral program Heather Kapande for her well-deserved honor and an array of graduate programs, including HON. SPENCER BACHUS by the West Chamber serving Jefferson Coun- the nation’s first program in Servant Leader- OF ALABAMA ty. I have no doubt she will exhibit the same ship. The university restructuring under his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication and character in all her future ac- tenure created Columbus State’s Honors Col- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 complishments. lege and Graduate School, College of Letters Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, it is the privilege f and Sciences, College of the Arts Turner Col- lege of Business, and College of Education of the State of Alabama and the City of Bir- IN HONOR OF JOHN H. RIVES and Health Professions. Additionally, the mingham to be the site of the University of School of Nursing added graduate programs Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) School of Den- HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN and changed its accreditation to the Commis- tistry, host to the second annual UAB Den- tistry Cares Community Day held on Wednes- OF MASSACHUSETTS sion on Collegiate Nursing Education, the day, November 5, 2014. UAB Dentistry Cares IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chemistry program received national accredita- tion from the American Chemical Society, and is an event that brings together UAB and com- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 in 2014 CSU was named winner of the Sen- munity volunteers, sponsors and partners to Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ator Paul Simon Prize for outstanding inter- provide one day of free dental treatment and to honor the life of John H. Rives, who passed national education programs. oral health education to the homeless and un- away on November 22, 2014 at his home, sur- Columbus State has established extensive derserved, giving priority to patients suffering rounded by loved ones. partnerships with Ft. Benning, the Maneuver from dental infections or pain. It was my John was a dedicated and loving husband Center of Excellence, and has been recog- pleasure to be able to see this event first-hand and father. John devoted his life to his pas- nized as both a Yellow Ribbon and a Military and the dedicated work provided by everyone sions: clock repair and restoration. For 15 Friendly School. It added 20 club sports, five involved, including the dental students, was years, John was responsible for the weekly NCAA Intercollegiate sports, and built the na- truly impressive. winding of the Worcester City Hall clock tower. tion’s top Student Recreation Center. Lastly, Recognizing that lack of Medicaid dental John was an avid runner, having completed under his leadership, the 2011 NCAA National coverage for adults has created a pressing 14 marathons; he was also the running coach Rifle Championship was hosted by Columbus need for primary care dental treatment among at the Notre Dame Academy in Worcester. State University and the Army Marksmanship the low-income, UAB School of Dentistry and On behalf of the people of Worcester, I ask Unit based at Ft. Benning. Alabama Dental Association leadership have that all of my colleagues join me in keeping For the first time ever, Columbus State was collaborated on initiatives such as an incentive the Rives family in our thoughts and prayers. named by U.S. News and World Report as program to encourage dentists to establish f one of the top 50 Comprehensive Public Uni- practices in rural and underserved areas of versities in the South for 2013 and 2014. Addi- the state. In 2012, the groups also joined to IN CELEBRATION OF DR. TIMOTHY tionally, Columbus State’s online graduate pro- establish the first UAB Dentistry Cares Com- S. MESCON, PRESIDENT OF CO- grams in business and education were named munity Day which was held in October 2013. LUMBUS STATE UNIVERSITY among the top 35 in the nation by U.S. News The day-long event provided emergency den- and World Report for 2013. tal treatment to over 300 needy adults. Serv- HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. Dr. Mescon is the author of more than 200 ices included examinations, blood pressure OF GEORGIA articles and case studies, and has co-authored checks, x-rays, almost 100 dental cleanings IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES four books and an audio book series covering and 130 dental fillings, and over 300 dental topics ranging from entrepreneurship to man- extractions, all at an estimated cost of Wednesday, December 3, 2014 agement, development to business success. $130,000. Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, it is Locally, Dr. Mescon has given much to our The event has grown to include many spon- my honor to extend my personal congratula- community. As a trustee of the RiverCenter for sors and partners. This year, over 400 needy tions to Dr. Timothy S. Mescon, the fourth the Performing Arts in Columbus, the South- adults were provided with free dental treat- president of Columbus State University, who ern Association of Colleges and Schools Com- ment at one of four clinic sites around the Bir- will be leaving Columbus State to work at the mission on Colleges (SACSCOC), and the mingham area. UAB School of Dentistry

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His prior service includes serving as dental schools in the country to host this type Excellence and Patient Satisfaction Overall President, Treasurer and Program Chair of the of benevolent event through its partnerships Top Performer for five years. Kay is also a Section on Applied Political Science of the with The Caring Foundation—BlueCross member of the Front Range Community Col- American Political Science Association, the BlueShield of Alabama, Henry Schein, UAB lege Area Advisory Council. Executive Committee of the Council of Profes- School of Public Health, Alabama Dental As- I extend my deepest congratulations to Kay sional Associations on Federal Statistics, and sociation, Brasseler USA, Courtyard Marriott & Miller for her well-deserved honor by the West on the steering committees of the National SpringHill Suites, OKU Honor Society, Oral Chamber serving Jefferson County. I have no Commission on Social Studies in the Schools Arts Dental Laboratories, UAB Health System, doubt she will exhibit the same dedication and and the Coalition for the Advancement of For- and numerous private supporters. In addition character in all her future accomplishments. eign Languages and International Studies. He to the Alabama Dental Association and three f also was a member of the 2010 Decennial companion sites, other event partners include Census Advisory Committee. the Birmingham District Dental Society, HONORING DR. HOWARD SILVER In a town known for its transience, for over Cahaba Valley Health Care, Fortis Institute EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CONSOR- 30 years, Howard has been an enduring lead- School of Dental Hygiene, Samford School of TIUM OF SOCIAL SCIENCE ASSO- er in Washington, DC, providing members of Pharmacy and UAB School of Nursing. CIATIONS Congress, congressional staff, federal employ- Since its founding in 1948, the UAB School ees, and advocates alike with accurate, inci- of Dentistry has developed a rich history of HON. RUSH HOLT sive, timely, and useful information and guid- healthcare innovation and gained an inter- OF NEW JERSEY ance. His annual budget issue of the COSSA national reputation for excellence. With an ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Washington Update is mandatory reading for anyone who needs to understand federal fund- credited predoctoral and eight accredited Wednesday, December 3, 2014 postdoctoral areas of study, the School is a ing of social and behavioral scientific research. world class institution ranking number one in Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize It is hard to imagine COSSA without Howard funding from the National Institutes of Dental the accomplishments of my colleague, Dr. at the helm, leading the charge—especially and Craniofacial Research, with a 100% pass Howard Silver, on the occasion of his recent when, once again, critics of the social and be- rate for students on National Board exams retirement as the Executive Director of the havioral sciences have resurfaced to wage and a positive track record for community out- Consortium of Social Science Associations battles Howard has fought successfully over reach and collaboration. The UAB School of (COSSA). the years. Nonetheless, Howard has earned Dentistry continues to supply the City of Bir- COSSA is the largest consortium dedicated the right to retire and to reflect upon a long mingham and the State of Alabama with noth- to promoting the social and behavioral distinguished career characterized by many tri- ing but the world’s most equipped and knowl- sciences and the federal agencies that directly umphs. I join his friends and colleagues in edgeable scholars and dentists, a tradition of and indirectly supports them. COSSA is com- wishing Howard and his wife, Marilyn, well and research and rich community outreach experi- prised of over 100 professional associations, thanking him for his years of dedicated, im- ences like UAB Dentistry Cares day of serv- scientific societies, research institutes, and pressive service. ice. universities, including two in my district— f Princeton University and Rutgers, the State Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me EXPRESSING THANKS TO DR. in recognizing the combined efforts of the UAB University of New Jersey. Since its inception in the early 1980s, How- MARK S. MYERSON, MEDICAL DI- School of Dentistry and its partners who have RECTOR OF THE INSTITUTE FOR given of their time and talents to provide crit- ard has been with COSSA. A former political science professor, campaign manager, and FOOT AND ANKLE RECONSTRUC- ical dental care to Alabama’s underserved. Let TION AT MERCY us congratulate UAB School of Dentistry and legislative analyst at the Department of Edu- its partners on this successful approach to the cation, Howard came to COSSA during its pressing access to care problem in their state. darkest, earliest chapter when the Reagan Ad- HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA ministration was attempting to undermine fed- OF AMERICAN SAMOA f eral support for the social and behavioral IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES KAY MILLER sciences. From 1983–88, Howard served Wednesday, December 3, 2014 COSSA as its Associate Director for Govern- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise HON. ED PERLMUTTER ment Relations, establishing effective and in- today to express my heartfelt gratitude to Dr. OF COLORADO novative strategies that successfully defended Mark S. Myerson for his extraordinary care IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the social and behavioral sciences (SBS) and skill. against these efforts and promoted under- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Dr. Myerson is one of the world’s foremost standing of SBS’s important contributions to experts for foot and ankle surgery. Orthopedic Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise the nation’s scientific enterprise. Howard also surgeons from around the world turn to him for today to recognize and applaud Kay Miller for worked to expand federal support of SBS, ad- direction. her outstanding service to the field of health vocating for the creation of the Directorate for Dr. Myerson studied at the University of and our community. Social, Behavioral, and Economic Sciences at Cape Town in South Africa. He did his resi- As the Vice President of Patient Care Serv- the National Science Foundation. During chal- dency in orthopedics at Sinai Hospital, Johns ices and Chief Nursing Officer at St. Anthony lenging and prosperous times, Howard has Hopkins University, University of Maryland. He Hospital, Kay is known for her dedication to never lost sight of his primary objectives—to completed a Fellowship for foot and ankle sur- her patients, staff and hospital associates. protect and promote the social and behavioral gery at the Hospital for Joint Diseases in New Prior to working at St. Anthony Hospital, she sciences in the context of all scientific dis- York. He founded The Institute for Foot and served as Vice President and Chief Nursing ciplines. Ankle Reconstruction at the Mercy Medical Officer at Medical Center of the Rockies in In recognition of his leadership, Howard has Center in Baltimore, Maryland, and now Loveland. Kay brings more than 30 years of served on numerous advisory boards and serves as its Medical Director. He is rated experience in nursing, health care administra- committees and received many honors. For among the best doctors in the world. tion, and patient safety. Throughout her work example, from 1994–2000, Howard served as Dr. Mark Myerson’s research and dedication at St. Anthony, Kay has been committed to the elected Chair of the Coalition for National to finding the best solutions for foot and ankle enhancing the culture of the hospital through Science Funding (CNSF), an elite scientific injuries has led to his authoring two foot and employee engagement and a continual focus advocacy group with membership from sci- ankle textbooks. He also has authored various on patient satisfaction. entific and engineering societies, higher edu- chapters in scientific textbooks and is pub- Kay uses her passion to help inspire others, cation associations, and industrial groups. In lished in numerous professional and medical and uses her knowledge to mentor nursing di- 1998, he was elected a Fellow of the Amer- journals. rectors and those aspiring to be at the nurse ican Association for the Advancement of Dr. Myerson has pioneered surgical tech- executive level. Her teams’ accomplishments Science. In 2006 he became the President of niques that have revolutionized the diagnosis,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.014 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1716 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 treatment and recovery of disorders of the foot Most Reverend Sean O’Malley on March 13, Reverend Herbert Brevard, Bishop of the and ankle. He provides one-of-a-kind treat- 1989. Catholic Diocese of St. Thomas to assist him ment options for foot and ankle injuries rang- Mr. Speaker, through Monsignor Kosak’s in matters concerning health care, property in- ing from the routine to the complex. From foot- ministry at St Ann’s Church, it grew in stature surance and pension issues in the diocese. At ball players to ice skaters, professional ath- from a simply country chapel to a significant the conclusion of his memoir, Monsignor letes have trusted Dr. Myerson to help them parish in the community, which offers Christian Kosak wrote, ‘‘God isn’t finished with me yet return to their elite level of play. Parents have education classes to children who attend pub- and I ask your prayerful support so that this trusted Dr. Myerson’s skills in relieving their lic and private schools in order that they may ‘homeboy’ will always be a faithful disciple of children’s foot and ankle pain associated with receive the sacraments. He has always en- the Holy Spirit.’’ rare birth defects. Others, injured in traumatic couraged the training and involvement of Mr. Speaker, Monsignor Kosak has served accidents that crush the foot or ankle, have youth in the music ministry of the church. As his country and my constituency well and on trusted Dr. Myerson to help them recover from spiritual director at the St. Joseph High behalf of the people of the U.S. Virgin Islands their debilitating injuries. Dr. Myerson has per- School, Monsignor Kosak, was instrumental in and a grateful flock, I wish ‘‘Father Mike’’ con- formed many surgeries that have saved and obtaining summer youth programs at St. Jo- tinued success and on behalf of the Congress prolonged careers, and led to patients being seph’s in the early 1970s for the youth of the of the United States, thank him for his long, able to once again enjoy their daily activities. St. Croix community. He presented evan- dedicated and bountiful service to the parish Many patients believe Dr. Myerson is the gelical seminars to the churches, first in St. of Sts. Ann and Joachim, the community of St. best of the best, and so do I. I can never Croix and then in St. Thomas and St. John, Croix and the Diocese of St. Thomas. May thank Dr. Myerson enough for what he has the impact of which spread to every island in God continue to richly bless him with good done for me. Because of his skills, I am able the Caribbean and, since 1982, to Ghana, health and many more years in service to the to walk again, and I will always be grateful to Uganda, Botswana, Kenya and Zimbabwe. Almighty God. God for bringing Dr. Myerson into my life. After Monsignor Kosak was appointed Pas- f On a personal level, I am honored to know tor of Sts. Peter & Paul Cathedral, St. Thom- Dr. Myerson and his son, Lucas, who interned as, Virgin Islands on May 16, 1989, he per- PERSONAL EXPLANATION for me years ago. Both father and son are ex- formed spiritual director service in Trinidad ceptional men. They share their talents with and in Malta from 1990 to 1991; He was again HON. RALPH M. HALL underprivileged communities and impact lives appointed Pastor of Sts. Peter & Paul Cathe- OF TEXAS at home and abroad. I wish Dr. Myerson and dral on August 1, 1992. During the 1990s, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his family the very best, and I thank him and Monsignor Kosak oversaw the renovations of Wednesday, December 3, 2014 his staff for all they do to make a difference the Cathedral which included preserving pre- in the lives of those they serve. cious works of art that dated back to the 19th Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, due to injuries sus- f century. tained in an automobile accident, I was unable On October 1, 1995, Monsignor Kosak was to travel to Washington to cast votes from No- HONORING THE SERVICE OF THE appointed Pastor of St Ann’s Church, where vember 12, 2014 until November 20, 2014. REVEREND MONSIGNOR MICHAEL he began major construction of the Sts. Had I been present, I would have voted F. KOSAK, P.A. Joachim & Ann Church and the renovation of ‘‘yea’’ on roll calls numbered 516, 517, 519, the sugar mill into the Shrine of Our Lady of 520, 522, 523, 525, 528, and 531. HON. DONNA M. CHRISTENSEN Barrenspot. Other major construction of the Also, had I been present, I would have OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Marian Hall, the paving of new roads and the voted ‘‘nay’’ on roll calls numbered 526 and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parking lot, as well as the beautification of the 529. 9.5 acres of parish property at St. Ann’s com- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 f menced from 1999 to 2007. Always one to Mrs. CHRISTENSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to continue the path of education and spirituality, KIT NEWLAND pay tribute to an outstanding leader from my Monsignor Kosak took a sabbatical at North congressional district in the U.S. Virgin Is- American College in Rome 2000 and took a HON. ED PERLMUTTER lands, the Reverend Monsignor Michael F. spirituality course at Angelicum, Rome in OF COLORADO Kosak, a Roman Catholic Priest, for his many 2004. The Most Reverend Bishop George IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES contributions to St. Croix and the Virgin Is- Murry appointed him as Vicar General on Au- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 lands community over 44 years. gust 15, 2005 and following Bishop Murry’s Born in Brooklyn, New York on December 7, transfer, Monsignor Kosak was elected Dioce- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise 1938, the first-born child of Michael and Rose san Administrator. today to recognize and applaud Kit Newland, Marnick Kosak, Monsignor Kosak graduated Mr. Speaker, in January 2008, Monsignor Director of the Community Resources Depart- from high school in 1956 and enlisted in the Kosak published his memoir titled, ‘‘Journey of ment at the City of Lakewood, for her out- U.S. Marine Corps in 1957, serving for several a Homeboy,’’ which chronicles his life’s jour- standing service to our community. years before beginning his religious studies. In ney from his time at a home for boys in Brook- Kit has perfected the career of helping indi- 1966, Monsignor Kosak earned a Bachelor of lyn to the tropical breezes of the Virgin Is- viduals stay active and fit and helped to im- Arts degree in philosophy from St Mary’s Col- lands. He writes of serving as pastor during prove the physical and emotional health of her lege in St. Mary, Kentucky and his Masters in life-altering events to include the destruction of community. She is the current Director of the Divinity from St Mary’s Seminary and the Uni- Hurricane Hugo in 1989 and Hurricane Marilyn Community Resources Department for the City versity of Baltimore, Maryland in 1970. in 1995 and spiritual experiences along the of Lakewood. As recreation manager, she On June 6, 1970, Monsignor Kosak was or- way, including a mountaintop experience at oversees Lakewood’s parks, trails, open dained as a Roman Catholic Priest for the Mt. St. Benedict in Trinidad on January 6, space, recreation and many aspects of human Prelature of the Virgin Islands by the Most 1977 that lit the shepherd on fire and there service provision, including early childhood Reverend Edward J. Harper, Bishop of the Vir- was no turning back in his ministry. and older adult services. Kit works tirelessly to gin Islands at the Basilica of Our Lady of Per- Mr. Speaker, Monsignor Kosak celebrated advocate for the creation of programs and petual Help, Brooklyn, New York. That same his 40th anniversary as an ordained priest on methods for those with chronic conditions to year on July 26, Monsignor Kosak became June 6, 2010 and later that year, the Holy Fa- transition seamlessly from medical facilities to pastor of St. Ann’s Church, Barrenspot Hill, St. ther conferred upon him the papal honor of community settings in order to remain phys- Croix, Virgin Islands and was appointed Direc- Prothonotary Apostolic, which is dated July 12, ically active and engaged with others. tor of Vocations in 1970; Director of Char- 2010 at the Vatican. From June 2012 to De- One of Kit’s biggest successes is the cre- ismatic Renewal in 1977; Director of the Office cember 2013, Monsignor Kosak served as ation of the CancerFit Program, an exercise of the Permanent Diaconate in 1981; Director Editor of the Catholic Islander, the Diocesan program designed specifically for cancer sur- of Communications in 1982; Dean in 1985; Monthly Magazine. vivors. CancerFit is now a program that is and Episcopal Vicar, St. Croix, a position he Monsignor Kosak retired as pastor of St. available across the State of Colorado. held until 1987. Monsignor Kosak was ap- Ann’s Catholic Church on August 31, 2014 I extend my deepest congratulations to Kit pointed to the position of Vicar General of the and is now Pastor Emeritus of St. Ann Newland for her well-deserved honor by the Diocese on July 30, 1987, and the title of Barrenspot. Monsignor Kosak will remain ac- West Chamber serving Jefferson County. The Monsignor was conferred upon him by the tive as a Diocesan Consulter to The Most dedication Kit has for her community and her

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The PACT Act only applies MAYOR TRISH KELLEY Barney left his community a much better place to internet and mail order cigarette smug- to live in and he will be missed. gling and it only imposes civil penalties HON. JOHN CAMPBELL f while the Contraband Cigarette Trafficking OF CALIFORNIA Act imposes criminal penalties.’’ LEGISLATIVE HISTORY ON HOUSE ‘‘As cigarette smuggling continues in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PASSAGE OF FALEOMAVAEGA’S American Samoa, the Stop Tobacco Smug- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 BILL TO COMBAT TOBACCO gling in the Territories Act of 2012 will help SMUGGLING IN AMERICAN local authorities combat the growing ciga- Mr. CAMPBELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rette smuggling in our territory,’’ honor of Trish Kelley, Mayor of the City of SAMOA AND OTHER U.S. TERRI- Faleomavaega concluded. Mission Viejo, on her outstanding service to TORIES f our community and to congratulate Mayor Kelley on her retirement. HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA LAUREN EVANS Since taking office in 2002, Mayor Kelley OF AMERICAN SAMOA has been a leading advocate in preserving IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ED PERLMUTTER and enhancing public safety, transportation, Wednesday, December 3, 2014 OF COLORADO and quality of life of the Mission Viejo’s resi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dents. Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise Because of Mayor Kelley’s leadership, Mis- today to include, for historical purposes, in- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 sion Viejo has received recognition as the formation about a bill I introduced to com- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise safest city in California each year since she bat tobacco smuggling in American Samoa today to recognize and applaud Lauren Evans and other U.S. Territories. was first elected. for her outstanding service to business devel- She has implemented and advanced trans- [Press Release, June 14, 2012] opment and our community. portation and infrastructure programs that FALEOMAVAEGA INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO Lauren is the President of Pinyon Environ- have lowered traffic collisions and enabled COMBAT TOBACCO SMUGGLING IN AMERICAN mental, Inc., a company dedicated to fair and SAMOA AND OTHER U.S. TERRITORIES safer travel for residents. ethical business practices since it was found- Furthermore, Mayor Kelley led efforts to es- Congressman Faleomavaega today an- ed 21 years ago. Lauren is committed to the nounced that he has introduced the Stop To- tablish the City as a Community of Character, bacco Smuggling in the Territories Act of advancement of the entire team and the busi- developing a youth education program that 2012 (H.R. 5934) to add American Samoa, the ness of engineering through mentoring of staff won national recognition for promising prac- Commonwealth of the Northern Marianas and interns. Since 2009, Pinyon has been tices by the Character Education Partnership. and Guam to the current Contraband Ciga- honored as a Top 100 Woman-Owned busi- Mayor Kelley’s volunteerism, vision, and rette Trafficking Act which makes it illegal ness in Colorado by ColoradoBiz Magazine. commitment to excellence has created a to knowingly ship, transport, receive, pos- Lauren has an equally generous spirit out- sense of pride for the City of Mission Viejo as sess, sell, distribute, or purchase 10,000 or side of her business endeavors, and commits a premier city of Orange County. more contraband cigarettes that do not have herself to many community non-profit organi- a state or territorial tax stamp. Violators of I wish Mayor Kelley the very best in her re- the act will face fines and criminal penalties. zations. She serves on the Board of Directors tirement and I thank her for the extraordinary ‘‘This legislation will provide law enforce- for Socially Conscious Coffee and participates legacy she is leaving behind; a true inspiration ment an additional tool to combat tobacco with Denver Animal Shelter, Sweat Equity, for future generations. smuggling in American Samoa. According to Water for People and Greenhouse Scholars. f a 2011 Feasibility Study commissioned by Lauren’s work ethic and character shows her American Samoa Community Cancer Net- commitment to promoting the best interests of REMEMBERING PALMER J. work on a Cigarette Tax Stamp Program in all. ‘‘BARNEY’’ MACALI American Samoa, an estimated 5.8 million I extend my deepest congratulations to cigarettes were smuggled into American Samoa in 2010; this represents an estimated Lauren Evans for her well-deserved honor by HON. TIM RYAN revenue loss of over $724,000 to the American the West Chamber serving Jefferson County. OF OHIO Samoa government.’’ Faleomavaega said. I have no doubt she will exhibit the same dedi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘Furthermore, the study reported that cation and character in all her future accom- cigarettes are smuggled into American plishments. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Samoa by individual travelers, who do not f Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today declare cigarettes that are in excess of the to remember the life of Palmer J. ‘‘Barney’’ amount of tax-free cigarettes allowed for AIR FORCE CAPTAIN WILLIAM H. Macali, 93, who passed away Thursday, Nov. personal use (up to 200 per trip) and also by DUBOIS 20, 2014, surrounded by his loving family. boats that evade Customs inspections. Con- traband cigarettes are also obtained when a Barney devoted his life to his family and purchaser buys them at the Post Exchange HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON was an active member of his community. Bar- (PX) in Tafuna and sold to local merchants OF COLORADO ney served his country in the U.S. Air Force who in turn resell them to members of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as part of the 5th Air Depot Group. He was a public. The purchase of cigarettes at a PX is member of numerous organizations, and re- only legal when they are purchased for per- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 ceived multiple awards. Barney received the sonal consumption and not for resale.’’ Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Community Star from the Tribune Chronicle ‘‘Besides depriving American Samoa of honor of Air Force Captain William H. DuBois, for outstanding service in the community, due much needed tax revenues, cigarette smug- gling contributes to a growing health crisis whose life was tragically lost in support of Op- to his integral part in coordinating numerous on our island. There are many health risks eration Inherent Resolve on December 1, fundraisers and other charitable events. From associated with cigarette smoking. Smoking 2014. the young age of 10, Barney began delivering causes many different types of cancer such Captain DuBois grew up in New Castle, Col- groceries after school, and for 80 years, he lung, pancreatic, bladder, kidney and throat orado, where he attended Rifle High School. committed himself to the business, his cus- cancer. Smoking also causes coronary heart After high school, he studied Aeronautical En- tomers, and employees. Barney was a dedi- disease and is a factor in sudden infant death gineering at the University of Colorado in cated family man and a valued citizen of syndrome (SIDS).’’ Boulder, later joining the United States Air According to the Centers for Disease Con- Northeast Ohio. trol and Prevention (CDC), ‘‘The adverse Force. Preceded in death by his parents and two health effects from cigarette smoking cause As a member of the 77th Fighter Squadron brothers, Armand and Gilbert Macali. Barney an estimated 443,000 deaths or nearly one of out of Shaw Air Force Base in South Carolina, is survived by his wife, Anne Macali, whom he every five deaths, each year in the United Captain DuBois was a specialist aviator in air- married Feb. 14, 1955; four children, Ralph, States. Additionally, tobacco related ill- to-ground attacks against enemy forces. On

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The strategic partnership between the Captain DuBois was only 30 years old and United States and Romania has greatly ad- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 recently married to his wife Ashley (Jones) vanced our common interests in promoting Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise DuBois. According to those who knew him, transatlantic and regional security and free today to recognize and applaud Lesley Dahl- there was rarely a moment when he didn’t market opportunities, and should continue to kemper for her outstanding service to edu- have a smile on his face, and his selfless and foster greater economic and cultural ex- cation and our community. encouraging personality was contagious to changes, trade and investment, and social anyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. contacts. As the current Vice President of Strategic Engagement and Communications for the Col- The numbers of lives touched by this coura- Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my colleagues to orado Education Initiative, Lesley has an ex- geous young man are innumerable and the join me in celebrating Romania’s Great Union emplary passion for public education and has love and memories he shared with his friends Day and its 25th anniversary of independence made a huge impact in her field. Her experi- and family will live on through them. since the fall of communism. ence spans from the Jefferson County Board The death of Captain DuBois is an unfortu- f of Education to award-winning national report- nate reminder of the dangers our service men ing for National Public Radio. Lesley brings and women face every day as they defend our HONORING ROBERTS TREE FARM her experience in public policy, politics and country, as well as of the many sacrifices they journalism to support the Jefferson County make to protect our freedoms and way of life. HON. TODD C. YOUNG community. Captain DuBois served his country with great OF INDIANA pride and honor, doing what he had dreamed Outside of her professional experience, she of since he was a boy. He will be greatly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provides her time to many non-profits includ- missed by his family, friends and squadron. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 ing the Action Center, CASA of Jefferson and Gilpin Counties and Colorado I Have A Dream Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recognize Mr. YOUNG of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, Indi- Captain William H. DuBois. His dedication to Foundation. Lesley’s leadership has impacted ana’s economic engine is driven by Hoosier Jefferson County for the better. our country, and the way he selflessly lived his innovation and entrepreneurship. Our state’s I extend my deepest congratulations to Les- life, serve as an inspiration to a grateful na- small businesses are a source of pride for ley Dahlkemper for her well-deserved honor tion, as well as to the State of Colorado. towns and cities across the state for the high by the West Chamber serving Jefferson Coun- f quality goods and services they provide and ty. I have no doubt she will exhibit the same the jobs they support. One such small busi- dedication and character in all her future ac- RECOGNIZING ROMANIA’S GREAT ness is the Roberts Tree Farm. UNION DAY AND ITS 25TH ANNI- complishments. Each year, Americans look forward to VERSARY OF INDEPENDENCE Christmastime as a season that brings back memories of family and long-held traditions, as f HON. MICHAEL R. TURNER well as offering the promise of creating new RECOGNIZING JIM ADAMS OF OHIO memories with our loved ones. The look and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES smell of a freshly-cut pine tree is something I and others will always associate with the holi- HON. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ Wednesday, December 3, 2014 day season. Every year, hundreds of families OF CALIFORNIA Mr. TURNER. Mr. Speaker, as President of around the state rely on Roberts Tree Farm of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the North Atlantic Treaty Organization Par- Seymour, Indiana to help keep these traditions liamentary Assembly and co-Chairman Con- alive. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 gressional Romania Caucus, I congratulate Located on 25 acres owned by the same ´ Romania on its Great Union Day, celebrating family since 1852, Roberts Tree Farm has Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ of California. Mr. the anniversary of its unification on December been in operation for four decades. Working Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life and 1, 1918, and its 25th anniversary of independ- out of an authentic log cabin that originally career of Jim Adams. Mr. Adams serves as ence following the fall of communism. housed Roberts Grocery Store, Jerry and the Orange County Council Representative for Romania is a stalwart U.S. and NATO ally. Libby Roberts offer services that keep cus- the Los Angeles/Orange Counties Building Romania and the United States work closely tomers coming back year after year. and Construction Trades Council. A longtime together to confront a host of global chal- Jerry oversees the planting and mainte- resident of Anaheim, Mr. Adams has worked lenges, including through our joint efforts to nance of thousands of trees throughout the tirelessly to increase work opportunities for bolster regional defense, halt nuclear prolifera- year, taking special care to ensure that they local union members. He has represented the tion, and increase energy security. For exam- grow to become full and healthy. During the Council in negotiations with corporate entities, ple, the Permanent Forward Operating Site at farm’s business hours on Fridays, Saturdays local governments, schools and college Mihail Kogalniceanu Air Base not only enables and Sundays starting in late November, the boards, and politicians to ensure workers and a vital U.S. forward presence in the region, but Roberts provide much more than just rows of their families have a shot at achieving the also provides essential opportunities for joint mature trees to choose from. Customers are American dream. training with NATO allies. With the signing of driven around the grounds on a wagon, pro- Originally from Cameron, Oklahoma, Mr. the U.S.-Romania Ballistic Missile Defense vided help in cutting and loading their favorite Adams came to Los Angeles on a Greyhound Agreement in September 2011, Romania es- tree, and even get to enjoy Libby’s home- bus in 1959 and entered the floor covering tablished itself as a key strategic partner in made cookies along with a cup of hot choco- trade. He joined Local 1247 in 1962 and was NATO’s emerging missile defense capabilities late or apple cider. initiated in 1963. Since then, Mr. Adams has effort. The Missile Defense Interceptor site at Family-owned small businesses are the worked hard to help the Trades turn jobs and Deveselu Air Base near the Bulgarian border backbone of Indiana’s economy. However, keep a prevailing wage. will provide missile defense protection to our Roberts Tree Farm is about more than just After 50 years as a loyal union member, Mr. allies in Europe and the Middle East. dollars-and-cents: They have helped make the Adams is set to retire at the end of this year. Tragically, ongoing events in Ukraine are holidays special for one generation after an- His retirement is a great loss to the community unsettling the region and testing the trans- other. I wish the Roberts family—along with all and the California Trades. I thank him for his atlantic alliance. As you know, Russia seeks the other holiday themed Hoosier small busi- service to my constituents and my union col- to once again destabilize much of Eastern Eu- nesses—all the best, and most importantly, a leagues and wish him and his family the best rope and restore influence over territories lost Merry Christmas! as he enters this new chapter in his life.

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FALEOMAVAEGA formed that ASG will need to provide the am not sure how successful federal efforts might be, especially given our tuna can- OF AMERICAN SAMOA DOL and Congress with documentation showing the legal status of our cannery neries were recently provided with a $33 mil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES workers. Samoa Packing’s current workforce lion federal income tax break at a time when Wednesday, December 3, 2014 consists of 2,172 active employees of which the United States is faced with an unprece- 274, or 13%, are American Samoans, 87%, or dented financial crisis. Prior to this exten- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise 1,821 workers are Western Samoans, and sion, each cannery received over $5 million today to include, for historical purposes, infor- 3.5%, or 77 employees, are other foreign na- per year in federal tax breaks for almost 20 mation on the closure of Samoa Packing in tionals. The total payroll for all workers for years, which equates to well over $200 mil- American Samoa. the cannery including benefits annually is lion, not to mention the tax breaks they got [Press Release, May 7, 2009] approximately $22–$23 million. for the 20 or so years preceding this. I have been informed that ASG will have to Also, in 1999, at cost of $600,000 from the FALEOMAVAEGA INFORMS GOVERNOR THAT certify the legal status of our workers at U.S. Congress, a U.S. Department of the In- MINIMUM WAGE IS NOT THE REASON FOR Chicken of the Sea/Samoa Packing before we terior Secretarial Commission was estab- SAMOA PACKING RELOCATING TO GEORGIA can expect federal assistance. Even though lished to examine American Samoa’s eco- Congressman Faleomavaega announced most of our tuna cannery workers are from nomic condition and make recommendations today that, in a letter dated May 7, 2009 and Western Samoa, many of them are married to ASG and the Department of the Interior in response to Governor Togiola’s letter of to U.S. nationals and U.S. citizens and, for on how to diversify and expand American Sa- May 1, he has informed the Governor that purposes of helping these families, I am moa’s economy. This was the first time in minimum wage is not the reason for Samoa hopeful that you will send me the necessary American Samoa’s 100-year relationship with Packing relocating to Georgia. The full text immigration documentation showing that the United States that a Secretarial Com- of the Congressman’s letter, which was cop- these workers do have legal status so that we mission was established. ied to the President and Senators, and the may move forward with assisting them. This Secretarial Commission was sup- Speaker and Representatives, is included I am also hopeful that ASG will inform my ported by Presidents Bill Clinton and George below. office of what kind of trust fund is in place W. Bush, chaired by the former Governor of ‘‘Dear Governor Togiola: for our local workers in the case of unem- Hawaii John Waihee, and administered by I am writing in response to the recent an- ployment. As you know, after all these the U.S. Department of the Interior. You nouncement by Chicken of the Sea/Samoa years, ASG has chosen not to participate in served as a commission member. I served as Packing that it will close operations in the federal Unemployment Insurance (UI) an ex officio member. In conjunction with the people of Amer- American Samoa effective September of this program. Under terms of the UI program, ican Samoa, the Commission, over about a year. I am also writing in response to your when eligible workers lose their jobs, the UI two-year time period, developed an economic letter of May 1, 2009. Enclosed for your infor- program may provide them with income sup- plan which offered specific recommendations mation is a copy of my letter of May 7 to port for 6 months based on certain calcula- on how to diversify the Territory’s local Senator Daniel K. Inouye, Chairman of the tions. These unemployment benefits are paid Senate Appropriations Committee, which ex- economy based on the will of the people. In out of a federal trust fund. However, the fact, over 8,000 people were surveyed at the plains my position regarding the plant’s clo- money for the trust fund comes from taxes sure, and my request for his assistance. request of the Commission by the American States impose on employers. Samoa Community College. In April 2002, the While you have suggested that the cannery The State of Hawaii, for example, has pro- Secretarial Commission issued its final re- is leaving due to minimum wage increases, tected its workers by taxing employers like port. To date, the U.S. Department of the In- the company has made it clear that min- Hawaiian Air. The State of Hawaii then terior has failed to move forward on this imum wage is only one of many reasons that sends a portion of those taxes to the federal plan and I must say our local government of- influenced its decision and, frankly speak- government to hold in trust for workers who ing, I believe minimum wage was the least of ficials also have not acted. may become unemployed should Hawaiian I will continue to update you regarding my its reasons, especially considering that the Air lay off some of its workers. Once a work- efforts at the federal level, and I look for- company is relocating to Lyons, Georgia er is laid off, that worker can apply for un- ward to working with you and the Fono to where effective July 24, 2009, minimum wage employment benefits and the federal govern- discuss possible options and new steps for- rates are $7.25 per hour, compared to Amer- ment will send that worker a check from the ward. ican Samoa’s current rate of $4.26 and Amer- trust fund. The Congressman concluded his letter by ican Samoa’s projected rate of $4.76 per hour When workers in American Samoa get laid stating, ‘‘Next week, I will be meeting with effective July 2009. off, they are not eligible for UI benefits be- Bumble Bee’s top executive, Mr. Chris That Chicken of the Sea would relocate cause ASG has not sent any money to the Lischewski, and I will keep you apprised of and immediately pay workers in Georgia federal government to hold in trust for our his insights and interests in American double the moneys is not fair to our Samoan local workers. Since ASG chose not to have Samoa. Until then, I continue to wish you workers who spent the last 50 years making the federal government hold money in trust, the very best.’’ Chicken of the Sea one of the most profitable I am hopeful that ASG has held those funds brands of canned tuna in America. It is also in trust at the local level from the taxes it [Press Release, June 19, 2009] not fair that our cannery workers have been has collected from StarKist and Chicken of FALEOMAVAEGA CALLS FOR COOPERATION NOT paid way below the national average when the Sea so that our workers can seek imme- CONFRONTATION the vast majority of ASG workers have sala- diate relief and unemployment checks come Congressman Faleomavaega announced ries comparable to national minimum wage September. In the case of layoffs or closures, today that he is calling for cooperation not standards. unemployment compensation should have confrontation in response to Samoa If it is possible to increase salaries of de- been at the heart of ASG’s lease agreements Packing’s closing. partments by as much as $10,000, why would with the canneries. ‘‘At a time when our Territory is faced ASG leaders not support an increase of 50– If ASG has no local trust fund in place, I with the challenges caused by the collapse of cents per hour for private sector tuna can- would hope that ASG would support my ef- the global economy which has also impacted nery workers? Regardless of what your posi- forts to bring ASG under the federal um- our local businesses, including Samoa Pack- tion is about the poorest among us, now is brella. My office has contacted the House ing, I believe it is very important for our not the time to be pointing fingers. We need Ways and Means Committee and I have every leaders to pull together and do what is right to work together to find a solution, and my intention of working closely with Chairman for our people, rather than waste time en- office has already had discussions with the Charles Rangel to devise a program that will gaged in personal attacks. For this reason, I U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). require ASG to set aside a portion of the will not respond to the negative comments Enclosed for your information is a point of taxes it collects either in a local or federal being made on radio and in the press, but I contact to assist you with ASG’s application trust fund so that future workers will be pro- will continue to provide information which for national emergency funds to provide job tected in the case of layoffs or plant clo- is important for the public to know.’’ training for our workers. According to the sures. Like every American, our workers de- ‘‘First and foremost, since the day Chicken DOL, the request for this assistance must be serve protection, and they are entitled to of the Sea announced it would be closing its made by you, and must originate from the peace of mind in knowing that their local operations, my office has been aggressively Governor’s office. Your staff may contact government reserved a portion of taxes for working to find solutions at the federal level Adri Jayaratne at [email protected] them, in case of their unemployment. Every that would complement local efforts. In fact, for further information on how to apply for State plus Puerto Rico, DC, and the Virgin it was my office, not ASG, that first con- a national emergency grant. This informa- Islands provide their workers with this kind tacted the U.S. Department of Labor on be- tion may also be accessed at http:// of safety net, and Guam established a modi- half of our cannery workers to make sure

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.030 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1720 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 they could be provided with a stipend and an will also clarify the record every step of the mostly family members, provide unpaid care opportunity to be re-trained or to attend way. In response to the Governor’s most re- for individuals with Alzheimer’s or dementia, a ASCC.’’ cent statements to the press, he stated that market value of more than $220.2 billion. In ‘‘In a letter dated May 7, 2009, I informed I said I was not aware that he was in Wash- the Governor of this opportunity and stated ington. To be clear, what I said was that I California alone, about 1.5 million unpaid care- that national emergency grant (NEG) funds was unaware of who the Governor was meet- givers grapple with the tremendous challenges would be made available if he would submit ing with while he was in Washington.’’ of Alzheimer’s disease or dementia every day. the necessary application. I also provided the ‘‘As a matter of record, it was Senator Caregivers include spouses, children, and Governor with names and email addresses of Inouye, not the Governor, who informed me even grandchildren. As compared to care- contacts at the U.S. Department of Labor that the two had met. The only information givers for other diseases, Alzheimer’s care- who could assist him in this effort.’’ I received from the Governor was through givers disproportionately report being forced to ‘‘On May 7, I wrote to Secretary of the In- his consultant who left a voicemail with my miss work, reduce work hours, quit their jobs, terior Ken Salazar to make him aware of our staff stating that if I wanted to meet with situation and request his support. On May 8, the Governor, to call and let her know. My or change jobs due to caregiving demands. I wrote to Senator Daniel Inouye, Chairman office returned the call and set up a time to They are more likely to experience financial of the Senate Appropriations Committee, meet with the Governor at which time I in- hardship, report health difficulties, experience and Chairman David Obey of the House Com- vited Chairman Miller’s senior staff and Nik emotional stress and suffer from sleep disturb- mittee on Appropriations, requesting $20 Pula of the OIA to meet with us, and I ance. million in emergency aid which they were thought we had an excellent meeting in my The bipartisan supported National Plan to unable to provide in the supplemental, al- office.’’ though I am hopeful that they will be able to ‘‘Hopefully, we will continue to move for- Address Alzheimer’s Disease calls for a cure set aside some funds at a later date.’’ ward in a positive manner and, with the sup- or an effective treatment for Alzheimer’s by ‘‘On May 14, I held a meeting in my office port and prayers of our people, I remain opti- 2025. In an effort to meet this goal, the Sen- with officials from the Employment Train- mistic that American Samoa will come ate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, ing Agency at the U.S. Department of Labor, through this stronger and better than be- Health and Human Services, and Education and followed up with a letter on the same fore.’’ approved a budget for fiscal year 2015 that day personally thanking Secretary of Labor ‘‘As a final point, I also want to correct the calls for an additional $100 million in funding Hilda Solis for working closely with my of- record regarding Bumble Bee. Up until No- fice since May 7, 2009 to find real solutions vember of last year, Bumble Bee was Cana- for the National Institute on Aging (NIA) to ex- for American Samoa’s cannery workers. In a dian owned until the U.S. management team pand Alzheimer’s disease research. NIA, letter dated June 10, 2009 and received in my partnered with U.S. Centre Partners to buy along with other institutes at the National Insti- office on June 17, the DOL thanked me for the company and take it private,’’ tutes of Health (NIH), are supporting a number my letter and stated the following: ‘The Faleomavaega concluded. of promising Alzheimer’s disease research DOL’s San Francisco Regional Office has f projects, including cutting-edge ‘‘prevention’’ been providing technical assistance to Amer- trials that are studying whether or not the dis- ican Samoa on how to submit a NEG applica- ALZHEIMER’S tion; however, American Samoa has not sub- ease can be prevented or slowed substantially mitted a NEG application as of yet.’ ’’ by administering treatments earlier in the dis- The DOL also stated: ‘I can assure you HON. MAXINE WATERS ease process. OF CALIFORNIA than once the application is submitted, it I am urging the leaders of the House Appro- will be afforded every consideration, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES priations Committee to include at least the ad- your office and the Governor will be notified Wednesday, December 3, 2014 as soon as a decision has been made.’ ditional $100 million for the NIA in the final ‘‘Regarding the minimum wage issue, it Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, I thank my col- budget package for FY 2015. This modest in- was my office that contacted Chairman Mil- league from California, Congressman JOHN crease in Alzheimer’s research funding will ler and asked for a delay in minimum wage GARAMENDI, for the time, and I congratulate provide vital resources to support meritorious increases, and it was my office that informed him for organizing this evening’s Special Order Alzheimer’s disease research projects. This Senator Inouye that Chairman Miller and Hour on Alzheimer’s Disease. action will also demonstrate further resolve in Chairman Kennedy had agreed to my request As the Co-Chair of the Congressional Task support of our national priority of eradicating for the delay of the fourth increase until this insidious brain disorder. their Committees have a chance to review Force on Alzheimer’s Disease, I know how the GAO report due in April 2010.’’ devastating this disease can be on patients, The Senate Appropriations Subcommittee ‘‘Unfortunately, the Governor issued a families, and caregivers. The Task Force on Labor, Health and Human Services, and press release last week stating that Congress works on a bipartisan basis to increase aware- Education also included language directing was not supportive of the delay, and both ness of Alzheimer’s, strengthen the federal NIH to submit a professional judgment budget Chairman Miller and Senator Kennedy’s staff commitment to improving the lives of those af- for Alzheimer’s disease research. As a co- went on record to state that this was not fected by the disease, and assist the care- true. Both Chairman Miller and Chairman sponsor of the Alzheimer’s Accountability Act Kennedy are supportive of a delay and Sen- givers who provide their needed support. (H.R. 4351), I believe that unfiltered informa- ator Inouye’s office informed my office that Alzheimer’s disease in the U.S. is at crisis tion specifying the resources necessary to he will be working to include our language in proportions. As our population ages, the num- meet the goals and objectives laid out in the the FY2010 Appropriations bill.’’ ber of persons affected by this brain disorder National Plan would provide Congress with a ‘‘Also, as a matter of fact, I opposed auto- are expected to triple by 2050. The costs as- valuable tool for setting research and service matic increases in minimum wage and from sociated with Alzheimer’s disease and other priorities. the outset have been united with ASG offi- forms of dementia are also growing at an cials in calling for an end to automatic in- I also plan to urge the President to include unsustainable rate. A recent RAND study of creases.’’ robust funding for Alzheimer’s research and ‘‘Finally, while I do not know what ASG is adults ages 70 and older found that the total caregiver support services in his fiscal year doing to keep StarKist in American Samoa economic cost of dementia in 2010 was esti- 2016 budget, which the President will be sub- or to buy back the cannery from Samoa mated to be $109 billion for direct care alone. mitting to Congress early next year. Increased Packing at a nominal fee in order to attract That is higher than the cost of both heart dis- funding for Alzheimer’s programs will allow us other investors to set up tuna canning oper- ease and cancer. Furthermore, the economic ations, my office has been in discussions to meet these challenges head on and en- cost of dementia rises to $159 billion to $215 hance our chances of meeting the goals ar- with StarKist, Bumble Bee, Taiwan, China, billion when the cost of informal care is in- and the Philippines, and I have every inten- ticulated in the National Plan. tion of continuing discussions until we find a cluded. In the U.S., someone develops Alzheimer’s As we continue to search for a cure, our na- solution to provide employment for our tion is at a critical crossroads that requires de- workers.’’ every 67 seconds. According to recent data, ‘‘While it would have been best if ASG had women have a 1 in 6 estimated lifetime risk of cisive action to assure the safety and welfare prepared for this day and diversified its econ- developing the disease at age 65, while the of the millions of Americans with Alzheimer’s omy and acted on the recommendations of risk for men is nearly 1 in 11. The Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Together, let us com- the American Samoa Economic Advisory Association estimates as many as 16 million mit to take every possible action to improve Commission some seven years ago, what Americans over age 65 could suffer from Alz- treatments for Alzheimer’s patients, support matters most is how ASG now responds to heimer’s by 2050. It is now the fifth leading caregivers, and invest in research to find a Samoa Packing’s departure.’’ cure for this disease. ‘‘This is why my door will continue to re- cause of death in my home state of California. main open to the Governor and our Fono Alzheimer’s has a devastating impact upon Once again, I thank my colleague from Cali- leaders, no matter what, and this is why I families. Right now nearly 15 million people, fornia for organizing tonight’s Special Order.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.031 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 3, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1721 ELEVATIONS CREDIT UNION Task Force members were killed, wounded, costs and benefits of controlling auto emis- taken prisoner or counted missing in action, sions. HON. ED PERLMUTTER but they were able to delay the North Korean In the years and decades that followed, the OF COLORADO advance while other U.S. and Korean units National Academy of Engineering continued to pioneer new solutions to some of our nation’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prepared defensive positions. The Memorial Park will include walking paths, historical most pressing problems. Nothing highlights Wednesday, December 3, 2014 markers, statues, pavilions and 540 pine trees, this better than the instrumental role NAE Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise one planted for each of the soldiers of Task played in drafting the landmark report, Rising today to recognize Elevations Credit Union as Force Smith. Above the Gathering Storm. This 2007 report a recipient of the 2014 Malcolm Baldrige Na- This past July 3, former Congressman Jay described a nation at risk of falling behind our tional Quality Award. This award is the na- Kim, his wife, Jennifer Ahn, along with four competitors: not educating our children in tion’s highest Presidential honor recognizing Task Force Smith veterans and their family science, technology, engineering, and mathe- excellence in innovation, improvement, and vi- members traveled to Korea to participate in matics; not inventing at the same pace as sionary leadership. the 59th annual ceremony to commemorate other nations; and not producing new jobs in Elevations, based in Boulder, Colorado, is the U.N. Forces First Battle Memorial. Those high-technology fields. The report was a call to one of only four organizations in the U.S. to in attendance were: John H Sanchez (52nd) action, and while its vision still needs to be ful- receive the honor this year. Even more im- from Waukesha, WI, William C Coe (B co) filled, it captured the attention of scientists, pressive, Elevations is the first credit union from Cohoes, NY and daughter Suann M. economists, think tank experts, government of- ever to win this prestigious award. Ingle, Norman Matthews (C co) from Dexter, ficials, and lawmakers. Led by Norm Augus- Established in 1952, Elevations is one of the MN and his wife Lindy Matthews, Charles tine, the Chair of the NAE Council, the mes- largest and most successful credit unions pro- Fronapfel (MED co, POW) from Lakewood, sage of that report remains a compelling call viding a wide range of exceptional financial CO and son Lee Charles Fronapfel, and Lisa for Congress to recognize how science and products and services. Along with banking Gay Sholl in honor of her father, Norman engineering can move us toward economic se- services, Elevations connects with its commu- Fosness (B co) of Fargo, ND. curity. nity by providing grants and giving programs, According to Osan City, the museum was And so, Mr. Speaker, I urge Members to supporting educational opportunities, deliv- built in 2013 to remember and honor the brave join me in celebrating the National Academy of ering affordable housing in the Colorado area, soldiers of Task Force Smith. Now they want Engineering, its accomplishments, and to con- and protecting the environment. Since 1999, to expand and include a memorial park to pro- gratulate them on 50 years of service to the they have been recognized as one of Boulder vide a place for Korean children to learn and nation. County’s top financial institution, underscoring carry forward this special memory and a spe- f their commitment to the community. cial appreciation of the friendship between the PASSING OF MAYOR MARION Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to congratu- United States and the Republic of Korea. BARRY late Elevations Credit Union for their accom- Osan is an especially important place to re- plishment as a 2014 Malcolm Baldrige Na- member the sacrifice and dedication of our HON. BARBARA LEE tional Quality Award recipient and commend American troops. At this site some 540 young OF CALIFORNIA them for their dedication to providing extraor- Americans, ill-prepared and ill-equipped, were IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dinary services to Colorado. thrown into battle against tremendous odds on Wednesday, December 3, 2014 f behalf of a people and a nation they barely knew. Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise in RECOGNIZING OSAN CITY’S EF- The relationship between our two countries remembrance of Mayor Marion Barry, and my FORTS TO HONOR THE U.S. SOL- is a precious one that will continue to grow. It heart and prayers go out to his family, friends, DIERS OF TASK FORCE SMITH is amazing that after all these decades, Korea and to the entire city of Washington, D.C. and the Korean people have never stopped Mayor Barry was truly Washington’s ‘‘Mayor HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL thanking us. Korea will always have a place in for Life.’’ He devoted his life to social justice OF NEW YORK my heart as it does in the hearts of all U.S. and equality and bettering the lives of Wash- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES veterans who have served then and those ington D.C.’s residents. I had the honor of knowing and working with Wednesday, December 3, 2014 who serve now. f Mayor Barry for many years, as a Member of Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to Congress and as a congressional staffer for recognize the continuous efforts of The City of HONORING NATIONAL ACADEMY Congressman Ron Dellums. Osan in South Korea, to honor the men of OF ENGINEERING ON ITS 50TH Mayor Barry was born in Itta Bena, Mis- Task Force Smith, the first American unit to ANNIVERSARY sissippi and would go on to be the first chair- engage North Korean troops in July of 1950, man of the Student Nonviolent Coordinating following the immediate outbreak of the Ko- HON. RUSH HOLT Committee. As SNCC Chairman, he played a critical rean War on June 25, 1950. As an artillery op- OF NEW JERSEY role in organizing the grassroots efforts that erations specialist in the all-black 503rd Field IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Artillery Battalion in the 2nd Infantry Division, would make the Civil Rights Movement a suc- I arrived in Pusan, South Korea, in August of Wednesday, December 3, 2014 cess. 1950, shortly after Task Force Smith valiantly Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cele- Later, as a Councilman and Mayor of Wash- held back the North Korean assault and made brate the 50th Anniversary of the founding of ington, D.C., he continued to be a tireless it possible for my unit to eventually begin mov- the National Academy of Engineering. champion for equality and justice. ing north as the U.N. Forces advanced deep The NAE was founded in 1964 and imme- Mayor Barry will be greatly missed by all into North Korea. diately made its mark. It was soon advising and his absence will be felt by many here in The City of Osan, Kyung-gi Province and NASA how to organize the design and oper- Washington, D.C. the Korean Government, with the help of ation of the Space Shuttle, where the NAE f former U.S. Congressman Jay Kim, are plan- provided guidelines for technology and oper- LEGISLATIVE HISTORY ON PAS- ning to construct a memorial park at the site ations that help launch the craft into space. SAGE OF MINIMUM WAGE DELAY of the Battle of Osan to honor the troops of The NAE’s record of accomplishments con- AFFECTING AMERICAN SAMOA Task Force Smith and all the other forces from tinued in the 1970s. In a study commissioned the participating U.N. nations that fought to by the Port Authority of New York, the NAE HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA protect South Korea from the communist inva- came up with some of the first solutions for OF AMERICAN SAMOA sion. airport noise, which continue to benefit all of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Task Force Smith Memorial Park will us even to this day. encompass some twelve acres along the road In 1973, the NAE helped warn us of the ef- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 where a hastily organized force of 540 Ameri- fects of ultraviolet radiation from the sun. Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise cans dug in on July 5, 1950 to slow the ad- In 1974, the Academy provided us with today to include, for historical purposes, infor- vance by a larger, better equipped force of some of the first important scholarship on the mation about the passage of a minimum wage North Korean tanks and infantry. Some 181 adverse health effects of air pollution, and the delay in 2010 affecting American Samoa.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.034 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1722 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 [Press Release, Sep. 27, 2010] heart in the right place by also reaching out provision pass separately. However, because FALEOMAVAEGA THANKS SENATOR DEMINT to Senator DeMint.’’ Senator DeMint’s office informed my office FOR ALLOWING MINIMUM WAGE DELAY TO ‘‘Tomorrow, H.R. 3940 will be hot-lined that the Guam provision was a non-starter MOVE FORWARD BY UNANIMOUS CONSENT again and, hopefully, this time we will clear for them, I did not announce Senator all holds and delay the next scheduled in- Congressman Faleomavaega announced DeMint’s decision at that time. In fairness to creases by September 30, 2010. While I have today that he is thanking U.S. Senator Jim Ms. Bordallo, I wanted to give her every op- mixed emotions about this because I want DeMint for agreeing to allow H.R. 3940, portunity to work out her provisions without our workers to continue to be paid fair which includes minimum wage delays for bringing media attention to the issue.’’ wages, I am thankful that our workers have ‘‘Yesterday, Senator DeMint and Guam American Samoa and CNMI, to move forward received a $1.50 per hour increase since min- worked out their differences and last night I by Unanimous Consent (UC). imum wage increases were mandated in 2007. issued a release publicly thanking Senator H.R. 3940 was originally introduced in the DeMint for releasing his hold. Today, Sen- House by Congresswoman Madeleine As our economy stabilizes and ASG diversi- fies, I am hopeful that we will revisit this ator Coburn placed a hold. After discussions Bordallo and cosponsored by the Delegates with my office, he agreed to release his hold to clarify the authority of the Secretary of issue in 2012.’’ ‘‘Again, I thank all those who have been and I want to thank him and also Senator the Interior to extend grants and other as- involved and I am also pleased that Con- McCain’s office for weighing in on our be- sistance to facilitate political status public gresswoman Bordallo was able to work the half.’’ education programs for the peoples of the compromises she needed for Guam. She and non-self-governing territories of the United Senator DeMint’s office reached their agree- [Press Release, Sep. 29, 2010] States. It was modified in the Senate to in- ment this evening and Senator DeMint in- HOUSE PASSES MINIMUM WAGE DELAY FOR clude language to delay minimum wage in- formed our offices accordingly. This is why AMERICAN SAMOA ON ANNIVERSARY OF TSU- creases in American Samoa and the Com- we are able to now speak publicly and inform NAMI; H.R. 3940 NOW AWAITING PRESIDENT’S monwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands. our constituencies that Senator DeMint has SIGNATURE ‘‘As I explained in my press release of Au- now released his hold and is allowing H.R. Congressman Faleomavaega announced gust 6, 2010, H.R. 3940 was modified and hot- 3940, as revised, to move forward by U/C.’’ today that the House overwhelmingly passed lined in the Senate. The hot-lining process is However, we still must clear the hot-line by a vote of 386 to 5 the Senate’s revised an informal term to describe the procedure process again but I remain hopeful that this version of H.R. 3940 which includes language whereby the Leaders inform Senators of will happen before September 30, 2010,’’ to delay minimum wage increases in Amer- their respective party caucus about changes Faleomavaega concluded. ican Samoa for 2010 and 2011, and in the Com- to the floor schedule and/or proposed busi- monwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands ness. Part of the hotline is also to inform [Press Release, Sep. 28, 2010] (CNMI) for 2011. The bill passed the Senate Senators of any unanimous consent (UC) re- last night by Unanimous Consent (UC) and is SENATE PASSES MINIMUM WAGE DELAY BY quests the Leaders intend to eventually now awaiting the President’s signature. make on the floor. It is a way of clearing leg- UNANIMOUS CONSENT ‘‘First and foremost, I want to thank the islation by all Senators so that it can actu- Congressman Faleomavaega announced people of American Samoa, especially on ally move to the floor and be called up, read today that he is thanking U.S. Senate Major- this day when we pause to remember those for a third time, and passed by UC.’’ ity Leader Harry Reid, Senator Jim DeMint we lost as a result of the massive tsunami ‘‘H.R. 3940 cleared the hot-line process for (R-SC), Senator Tom Coburn (R-SC), Senator that struck our islands last year on this very the Democrats. But, the Republicans did not John McCain (R-AZ), Senator Jeff Bingaman day,’’ Faleomavaega said. ‘‘While I wish I did have time to review the bill before Congress (D-NM) and Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) not have to speak of other matters on this went out of session for the August recess. for the support and assistance they provided somber occasion, the reality is one day after When Congress returned in September, a his office in passing H.R. 3940 which includes American Samoa was struck by a tsunami, hold was placed on H.R. 3940 by two Repub- a Sense of Congress regarding political sta- Chicken of the Sea closed its operations in lican Senators. One Republican lifted his tus education in Guam and language to delay the Territory, displacing over 2,000 workers hold and the other, U.S. Senator Jim DeMint minimum wage increases in American whose jobs were outsourced to Thailand of S.C., kept his hold in place.’’ Samoa and the Commonwealth of the North- where workers are paid $0.75 cents and less ‘‘Since September 20, 2010, my office has ern Mariana Islands (CNMI) until such time per hour to clean fish.’’ been in direct contact with Senator DeMint’s as these economies can be stabilized. ‘‘Given that more than 74% of American office and by the early morning of Tuesday, The language delays minimum wage in Samoa’s private-sector workforce has been September 21, 2010, Senator DeMint’s office American Samoa in 2010 and 2011, and in almost entirely dependent on the tuna fish- informed my office that they’d be happy to CNMI in 2011. ‘‘Because H.R. 3940 was modi- ing and processing industries for more than let our minimum wage provision pass sepa- fied by the Senate, it must now come back to 50-years and considering that more than 80% rately,’’ Faleomavaega said. ‘‘I did not an- the House for consideration and final pas- of our private-sector economy has hinged, di- nounce this publicly because Senator sage, hopefully by voice vote,’’ rectly or indirectly, on the operations of DeMint’s office informed my office that the Faleomavaega said. only two tuna processors, Chicken of the Sea Guam provisions were a non-starter for them ‘‘By way of separate letters, both Con- and StarKist, Chicken of the Sea’s closure and, in fairness to Ms. Bordallo, I wanted to gressman Sablan and I have made our House was devastating, especially in the aftermath give her every opportunity to work out her leadership aware of this legislation and have of a tsunami from which we have not fully provisions without bringing media attention asked for Speaker Pelosi, Leader Hoyer, recovered.’’ ‘‘With Chicken of the Sea’s closure and in- to the issue.’’ Chairman Miller of the Education and Labor creased competition from Thailand, Amer- ‘‘Given the sensitivities surrounding the Committee, and Chairman Rahall of the Nat- ican Samoa’s economy has not been able to minimum wage issue for both Republicans ural Resources Committee to schedule ac- absorb the rapid minimum wage increases and Democrats, I also did not want to jeop- tion on H.R. 3940 before Congress adjourns mandated by federal law. While I supported a ardize the outcome for American Samoa. In and before the next scheduled minimum one-time increase of $0.50 cents per hour, I fairness to Senator DeMint, he also has wage increase is due to go into effect in urged my colleagues to consider American every reason to seek federal minimum wage American Samoa on September 30, 2010.’’ Samoa’s remote location and the single-in- delays in South Carolina because he rep- ‘‘Successfully passing this legislation in dustry status of our economy before man- resents rural communities that are also the Senate has been a long and difficult jour- dating further increases.’’ struggling to survive. But I am deeply appre- ney with many twists and turns along the ‘‘At my request, Congress directed the U.S. ciative that he stood by American Samoa in way and it took the cooperation of both par- Department of Labor to conduct a study re- our time of need and he has my personal as- ties to get this done. Senator DeMint and garding the impact of past, present and fu- surances that I will stand with the people of Senator Coburn both expressed concerns and ture minimum wage increases on the econo- South Carolina should he ever need my help placed holds because they, too, have legiti- mies of American Samoa and CNMI. When and if I’m ever in a position to help him.’’ mate concerns about the economies of their the DOL released its report, Congress man- ‘‘I also want to personally thank Senator districts and, in fairness, also want to seek dated that a new study be conducted by the Jeff Bingaman, Chairman of the Senate minimum wage delays in the rural commu- GAO. The GAO released its report in April Committee on Energy and Natural Re- nities that they represent.’’ 2010 at which time Congress agreed to take sources, and Senator Lisa Murkowski, Rank- ‘‘I fully understand their concerns and my action.’’ ing Member. As a result of their leadership heart is also with their people. Both Sen- ‘‘However, legislation to delay minimum and commitment to this process, they have ators have my assurance that I will help wage has been stalled and I am fully aware hopefully given the American Samoa Gov- them in any way I can, now or later, if I am that Republicans who represent rural com- ernment the time it needs to put together a ever in a position to do so. Since September munities face similar challenges as us. But I plan of action to diversify its economy.’’ 20, 2010, my office has been in direct contact am deeply appreciative that many Repub- ‘‘Finally, I thank Governor Togiola for his with Senator DeMint’s office explaining licans chose to stand with American Samoa attempts to help. Although Senator DeMint American Samoa’s unique situation. By in our time of need.’’ had already informed my office that he Tuesday morning, September 21, 2010, Sen- ‘‘Because American Samoa does not have a would let the minimum wage provisions pass ator DeMint’s office informed my office that vote on the House floor and has no represen- separately, I know Governor Togiola had his they’d be happy to let our minimum wage tation in the Senate, it has always been my

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The issue of future in- can to level the playing field so that we can have stood with the people of American creases will be revisited in 2012 based on the maximize and protect the jobs of our local Samoa when we needed them most.’’ findings of a GAO study to be completed by cannery workers who cannot fairly compete ‘‘Once more, I thank Senator DeMint of 2011. against workers that are paid $0.75 cents and S.C., Senator Tom Coburn of Oklahoma, and ‘‘In previous press releases and on behalf of less per hour in Thailand.’’ Senator John McCain of Arizona who lifted the people of American Samoa, I have pub- ‘‘Once more, I thank our people, the Gov- their holds in the Senate and lent their sup- licly thanked Senator Jeff Bingaman (D- ernor and also the American Samoa Legisla- port. Without their support, this legislation NM), Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), Sen- ture, and everyone who has been a part of would not have moved forward.’’ ator Daniel K. Inouye (D-HI), Senator Jim this important effort,’’ Faleomavaega con- ‘‘I also thank Senate Majority Leader DeMint (R-SC), Senator Tom Coburn (R-OK), cluded. Harry Reid who made this legislation one of Senator John McCain (R-AZ), Senate Major- f his highest priorities yesterday. As a result ity Leader Harry Reid (D-NV), Speaker of his leadership and once the Republicans Nancy Pelosi (D-CA), House Majority Leader IRS PROTECTS FAMOUS DEBTORS cleared their holds, Senator Reid made cer- Steny Hoyer (D-MD), House Republican tain that H.R. 3940 was brought to the Sen- Leader John Boehner (R-OH), Chairman ate floor for UC.’’ George Miller (D-CA) and Ranking Member HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. ‘‘Today, the House also acted quickly and John Kline (R-MN) of the House Committee OF TENNESSEE I thank Majority Leader Steny Hoyer for on Education, Chairman Nick Rahall (D-WV) IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES making this happen. He and his staff got and Ranking Member Doc Hastings (R-WA) Wednesday, December 3, 2014 H.R. 3940 placed on the suspensions calendar of the House Committee on Natural Re- and supported us every step of the way, and sources, Congressman Jeff Flake (R-AZ), Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, somewhere in the middle of it all, Majority Congresswoman Madeleine Bordallo (D-GU), my chief of staff, Bob Griffitts, received an Leader found the time to personally call and and Congresswoman Donna Christensen (D- email from a constituent, Mr. Joe Steuer, re- let me know he was able to get this done.’’ VI) for their leadership and support on the garding Rev. Al Sharpton and his tax debt. I ‘‘I also want to thank Republican Leader successful passage of H.R. 3940,’’ would like for my colleagues and other read- John Boehner who also agreed to place H.R. Faleomavaega said. ‘‘Without the support of 3940 on the suspension calendar. In this polit- these key leaders, we would not have been ers of the RECORD to read this email and one ical climate, Republican Leader Boehner able to pass this legislation which is nec- of the news stories about Mr. Sharpton, pub- could have opposed and objected, but he did essary for stabilizing our economy.’’ lished in the November 19, 2014, edition of not. Instead, he supported the people of ‘‘Without the prayers of our people, I also the Long Island, New York, newspaper American Samoa, and I am grateful for his do not believe this legislation would have Newsday, that explains his tax situation in support.’’ passed the House or Senate. The Senate more detail. ‘‘I also want to personally thank Repub- passed the bill by Unanimous Consent (UC). Mr. Sharpton has a national television pro- lican Congressman Doc Hastings who serves The House passed H.R. 3940 by a vote of 386 gram, which gives him more respect than to 5. The overwhelming support we received as the Ranking Member of the House Com- many people feel he deserves. Most people mittee on Natural Resources and Ranking from both Republicans and Democrats in the Member John Kline of the House Committee House and Senate is a testament to the pray- with tax debt would not be given as much leni- on Education and Labor. Both agreed to let ers of our people, and I could not help but ency as the IRS is giving Sharpton. H.R. 3940 move to the House Floor, although note that the final vote took place on the From: Joe Steuer they had every right to hold it since the bill one-year anniversary of the tsunami that Sent: Friday, November 21, 2014 11:47 AM only arrived late last night from the Sen- claimed the lives of those we loved.’’ To: Griffitts, Bob ate.’’ ‘‘The final vote was the final vote before Subject: Al the Elite Sharpton & Taxes ‘‘I also thank Congressman Jeff Flake (R- Congress went out of session. There is no BOB, the tax issue regarding Rev. Al AZ). Congressman Flake and I serve together doubt in my mind that God has heard and Sharpton strikes a nerve with me personally on the Natural Resources Committee and the answered our prayers.’’ as a few years ago I was contacted by the Committee on Foreign Affairs. Congressman ‘‘At this time, I want to thank House and IRS. I had not filed or paid taxes for 1 year, Flake is personally acquainted with the Senate staff who worked behind the scenes an oversight on my part none-the-less I was needs of the Territories, and he worked side- to make this happen including Terry wrong, admitted my mistake and paid the by-side with me to see this through, and I ap- Lierman, Barry Jackson, Steve Stombres, back taxes, interest and penalties. I did ask preciate his support and friendship.’’ Jody Calemine, Barrett Karr, Todd Young, the IRS employee at the start of the inves- ‘‘I also thank Speaker Pelosi and Chair- Anne Thorsen, Al Stayman, Isaac Edwards, tigation for consideration as I have never man George Miller of the House Committee Bob Greenawalt, Bret Bernhardt, Marie had any issue with the IRS ever. The request on Education. Their support was critical. Blanco, Jim Zoia, Nick Matiella, Clay Light- for consideration fell on deaf ears. Without them, this legislation would have foot, Kimberly Wallner, Ed Corrigan, Jed Thusly, my reaction to high profile indi- failed. On behalf of the people of American Bullock, Matthew Hermann, John Whitt, viduals like Rev. Sharpton is one of disdain Samoa, I thank them for their help.’’ Alexis Covey-Brandt, Austin Burnes, Bob which appears to me to be class warfare, the ‘‘Finally, I thank Congresswoman Mad- Schwalbach, Brian Modeste, Nikki Bullock, elites vs. the people. eleine Bordallo and Congresswoman Donna Colleen Gilbert, Bonnie Bruce, as well as my What efforts are being made to represent Christensen. They have been with me from personal office staff and many others. the people as well as holding the ‘‘elites’’ to the very beginning of this long and difficult ‘‘Finally, I thank President Obama for the same standards that the rest of live by? journey and their support has been unwaver- signing this bill today, and I appreciate the For your information, I am going to write ing. They are true friends.’’ support that Nik Pula, Director of the Office to MSNBC and ask how they condone this ‘‘I appreciate both the House and Senate of Insular Affairs at the U.S. Department of blatant disregard of the law? If I do happen which have come together to get this done. I the Interior, provided in making White to receive a response I will pass it along to have every confidence that President Obama House staff aware that the bill was coming your office. will sign this into law and I hope that the over from the U.S. House of Representatives I do look forward to receiving a response American Samoa Government will now use for signature. I also thank Alejandro Perez from Congressman Duncan. these delays to begin the serious process of at the White House for working closely with JOE STEUER. diversifying our economy. I also hope that my office to bring this to the attention of by 2012 our economy will be able to sustain the President so that our deadline for signa- [From Newsday, Nov. 19, 2014] ture would be met.’’ another increase so that our workers can SHARPTON SAYS HE’S WORKING OUT TAX-DEBT ‘‘Also, I would be remiss if I did not thank continue to be paid wages comparable with ISSUES StarKist. I especially want to thank Chair- the increases in the cost of living.’’ (By Anthony M. DeStefano) ‘‘Again, I thank everyone who has been in- man Kim Jae-chul of the Dongwon Group for The Rev. Al Sharpton, responding to new volved in this process including staff from his patience and support throughout this stories about his tangled finances, acknowl- the Senate and House. Once more, my heart long and difficult process. As owner of edged Wednesday that he and his civil rights goes out to the victims of last year’s tsu- StarKist, he could’ve moved his operations organization still owe back taxes and signifi- nami and my prayers are joined with yours,’’ elsewhere, but he has not, and I thank him cant penalties but asserted that both were Faleomavaega concluded. for his commitment to the people of Amer- ican Samoa.’’ up-to-date in paying their ‘‘current’’ taxes. ‘‘I also thank and appreciate Mr. Don Seeking to put a positive spin on the issues, [Press Release, Sep. 30, 2010] Binotto, President and CEO of StarKist. I Sharpton said he and his National Action PRESIDENT OBAMA SIGNS MINIMUM WAGE know that Don’s heart is with our people and Network have worked out installment pay- DELAY INTO LAW he is proven over and over again that he is ment plans to wipe out the tax debt. Congressman Faleomavaega announced doing everything he can to keep StarKist in Sharpton said that the National Action today that President Obama signed H.R. 3940 American Samoa. Mr. Binotto and Chairman Network owes about $400,000 in what were into law. As a result, minimum wage in- Kim have my personal assurances that I will unpaid payroll taxes and an additional

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dr. Shirley was committed to achieving quality outcomes and access to medical care. ‘‘We are paying current taxes and my cur- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 rent one [taxes], while keeping up with in- To that end, he looked to a medical system stallments,’’ Sharpton told reporters at Net- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- that seemed very effective in Iran—using com- work headquarters in Harlem. er, I rise today to honor Dr. Aaron Shirley, a munity health workers in ‘health houses’ to He said he hoped to reduce the balances public health visionary and trailblazer in the provide certain services, especially in rural further through negotiations. In a story medical profession, who dedicated his life to places. Tuesday, The New York Times reported that bringing medical services to underserved rural He saw these health houses as a way of Sharpton at one point had more than $4.5 and urban communities in Mississippi. Not bridging the gap and providing a network, million in current state and federal tax liens only was he great for his medical acumen and through the community health worker, to as- against him and his for-profit business. creativity in conceiving unique and innovative sure that the patient receives the best and Sharpton has two businesses, which the service delivery methods but also for his com- most complete care. With this concept in Times said face $717,329 in tax liens. The mitment to the cause of equality and civil mind, in 2010, he founded the HealthConnect story said Sharpton personally faced more rights. program that helps prevent unnecessary than $3 million in federal tax liens and emergency room visits by sending physicians $777,657 in state liens. Born in Gluckstadt, MS, Dr. Shirley eventu- ally moved with his family to Jackson, MS, and nurses directly into the homes of people An IRS spokesman said he could not le- where he graduated from Lanier High School. in underserved communities. gally discuss individual taxpayer matters. A Aaron Shirley’s legacy is well-established in spokesman for the New York State Depart- In 1955, Dr. Shirley graduated from Tougaloo ment of Taxation and Finance said Wednes- College and then received a scholarship to at- this country. Dr. Shirley challenged the system day that Sharpton had two current personal tend Meharry Medical School in Nashville, TN. to provide services to the less fortunate and state liens totaling $779,577 and two totaling After he graduated from Meharry in 1959, he became a tireless advocate for civil and $457,968 for one of his private communica- moved back to Mississippi to begin a general human rights. He provided immeasurable tions firm. practice. During this time, he held on to a de- guidance to me during my entire tenure in Those balances, including penalties, have sire to practice pediatric medicine. In Mis- elective office, making me personally indebted actually risen over the years, the spokesman sissippi, in 1960, this type of specialization to him. Dr. Shirley’s impact on our community said. For privacy reasons, the spokesman cannot be overstated and his accomplish- couldn’t discuss any payment plans. seemed an impossibility. Still, Dr. Shirley forged ahead, gaining valuable experience ments will benefit generations to come. Sharpton speculated new stories about his Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me taxes were politically motivated because of practicing family medicine. In 1965, Dr. Shirley was invited into the pe- in recognizing the life of Dr. Aaron Shirley, a his high profile and ties with Mayor Bill de visionary in American medicine, trailblazer for Blasio and President Barack Obama. diatric residency program at the University of Mississippi Medical Center. There, he became rural and underserved communities, and dedi- ‘‘After negotiations in 2009, there was a cated community leader. signed document which worked out a pay- the first Black pediatrician in Mississippi and ment plan to pay off those [debts],’’ said the first Black resident trained at the University f Sharpton, referring to the back federal of Mississippi Medical Center. COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF taxes. Dr. Shirley often related a story of being ad- MAYOR MARION BARRY, JR. The Network’s 2013 federal charitable orga- vised by one of his mentors to be prepared for nization filing showed the group had income white people to not want him to touch their HON. CORRINE BROWN of $4.9 million in contributions and grants kids. However, he quickly saw that this was against $5.1 million in expenses. Sharpton OF FLORIDA was paid a salary of $241,545. never the case. He saw that when people are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in need of medical attention or need help for Wednesday, December 3, 2014 f their kids, the divides of race, color, or ide- ology simply evaporate. This realization made Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am ERIK WEIHENMAYER him understand that there are often bridges expressing condolences and commemoration between individuals and communities, and for the life of Mayor Marion Barry, Jr. from that point on, Dr. Shirley was consistently In addition, I submit the following: HON. ED PERLMUTTER effective at building bridges across commu- Whereas, Marion Barry, Jr. was an Amer- ican activist and politician who served three OF COLORADO nities. With this knack for building bridges, and a terms as the Mayor of Washington, District of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES brilliant mind that eventually led to him receiv- Columbia, and Wednesday, December 3, 2014 ing a MacAuthur ‘Genius Award’ Fellowship, Whereas, Mayor Barry served on the Coun- cil of the District of Columbia as an at-large Dr. Shirley embarked on a mission to help Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise member and subsequently in Ward 8, and communities that had very little access to the today to recognize and applaud Erik Whereas, Mayor Barry was involved in the medical care that they badly needed. African-American civil rights movement as a Weihenmayer for receiving the 2014 City of In 1970, Dr. Shirley helped to establish the member of the Nashville Student Movement Golden Mayor’s Award of Excellence. Jackson-Hinds Comprehensive Health Center sit-ins and as the first chairman of the Student The City of Golden honors Erik for his inspi- which has since become the largest provider rational pursuit of climbing, running, skiing, cy- Nonviolent Coordinating Committee, and of primary health care services to the poor, Whereas, Mayor Barry gave more than cling, and kayaking challenges all over the uninsured and underserved population in cen- world. Known for being the only blind man to 100,000 young people summer jobs and tral Mississippi. Additionally, he created a served as a catalyst for thousands of jobs for climb Mount Everest, Erik co-founded an orga- comprehensive school-based clinic addressing nization called No Barriers USA, whose mis- minorities, and myriad community health issues including, Whereas, he fought constantly and tirelessly sion is to encourage people to conquer bar- drug abuse, mental health issues, and teen vi- for Home Rule and democracy for the District, riers in their own lives. While in Golden, he olence. Both the health center and the clinical and dedicates his time to encouraging the commu- program have become models for similar pro- Whereas, he increased senior citizen in- nity to live a No Barriers Life, giving speeches grams across the country. volvement and support of their programs, and at Golden High School, the Mountaineering Dr. Shirley was a visionary. He saw solu- Whereas, he worked closely with business Center, Bent Gate Mountaineering, and the tions where some people had not even recog- leaders to bring increased commerce and rec- Buffalo Rose. He also donates his time to lead nized that a problem existed. This was the ognition to ‘‘America’s First City’’, and physically-challenged and underprivileged case with the Jackson Medical Mall—a one Whereas, he showed the District of Colum- groups on outings. stop shop for medical services and treatment. bia and the world what resilience and perse- I extend my deepest congratulations to Erik Where most people looked at the dilapidated verance truly looks like by providing an exam- Weihenmayer for this well-deserved recogni- Jackson Mall building and saw an eyesore, Dr. ple of inspiration and hope that a person who tion by the City of Golden. Shirley saw an opportunity, and in 1997, after falls can indeed rise again, and

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Therefore, be it resolved that on behalf of Many memories come to mind of ‘that smile’ the 5th Congressional District of Florida, I ex- and how he enjoyed a good joke. tend my sincerest condolences and deepest HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA He had more than a finger on the pulse of sympathy to the family and loved ones of OF AMERICAN SAMOA sentiments being felt by the constituency and Mayor Marion Barry, Jr., and I wish you God’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their concerns that were often not brought to peace that surpasses all understanding as you Wednesday, December 3, 2014 the attention of those seeking public office. His take comfort in knowing that he fought a good was an absence that was, and still is, greatly fight, finished his course, and kept the faith. Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to include, for historical purposes, the and pointedly missed, in every election I have following information on the passage of legis- participated in since his untimely demise a f lation to increase the number of military acad- decade ago. Mr. Dickerson was also affectionately known emy appointments from American Samoa. TRIBUTE TO ROBERT MERWIN CEO as ‘‘Lalie’’, to those that knew him on a first OF MILLS-PENINSULA HEALTH [Press Release, Nov. 24, 2003] name or nickname basis. He was born on the SERVICES ON THE OCCASION OF PRESIDENT SIGNS INTO LAW LEGISLATION island of Antigua to parents that came from HIS RETIREMENT FALEOMAVAEGA INTRODUCED TO INCREASE the island of St. Kitts. He was the only son THE NUMBER OF MILITARY ACADEMY AP- that his parents had and those who were POINTMENTS FROM AMERICAN SAMOA brave enough to say it, said that he always Congressman Faleomavaega announced HON. ANNA G. ESHOO that President Bush signed into law today got his way and succeeded in getting away with conduct that was never tolerated from his OF CALIFORNIA the National Defense Authorization Act for FY04 which included language Faleomavaega sister siblings or other relatives. This privilege IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES offered to increase the number of military helped to give him stellar and sterling at- academy appointments from American tributes that later on became exemplary char- Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Samoa. acteristics that endeared him to many: a care On May 7, 2003, the House Subcommittee Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor free, head strong and independent person, on Total Force unanimously voted in favor with a love for life, adventure and animals, the accomplished career of a distinguished of my amendment to increase the number of Californian, Mr. Robert Merwin of San Mateo which all started at an early age. military academy appointments from Amer- As a young boy, Lalie travelled back and County, who is retiring at the end of 2014 from ica Samoa to the U.S. Military Academy, the forth from Antigua to St. Croix, until he de- his position as Chief Executive Officer of Mills- United States Naval Academy, and the cided that St. Croix was where he wanted to Peninsula Health Services, a post he has held United States Air Force Academy, Congress- live and raise a family with his then girlfriend, since January, 1996. man Faleomavaega said. On May 9, 2003, the Armed Services Committee also agreed to in- Cavelle. The island of St. Croix, in the early A resident of Menlo Park, California, Bob clude this language in the National Defense days of their marriage, provided vast opportu- Merwin is a 1971 graduate of the United Authorization Act of 2004. nities to young people with talent; and Lalie’s States International University, and earned his This legislation passed the House on May carpentry craftsmanship allowed him to make M.B.A. from UCLA in 1973. He began his ca- 22, 2003 and the Senate and the House agreed a lot of people very happy when he built cabi- reer in hospital management in 1973 as As- to the conference report as of November 12, nets, wall aquariums, mahogany beds and 2004. I am now pleased that President Bush sistant Executive Director of the Long Beach has signed this historic legislation into law. other priceless treasures. This is how he Community Hospital. He progressed up the As a result of this new law, American Samoa began to establish and maintain close connec- corporate ladder at Long Beach and other fa- will be able to send two students to each tions with the ‘‘grass roots’’. cilities, coming to Mills-Peninsula in 1987 as service academy. Prior to this law being Lalie’s eulogy credited his love for democ- Executive Vice President and Chief Oper- passed, American Samoa was only able to racy and politics as coming from his mother ations Officer. send one student to each academy. and former Congressman Ron de Lugo, my This also means that I will be able to Bob Merwin serves his community as a predecessor. He was always a person who nominate up to twenty students per acad- enjoyed a good time and an intense political member of the San Mateo Rotary Club, the emy. Each academy scholarship is worth ap- chat. This was another method that enabled American College of Health Care Executives, proximately $250,000 and each service acad- him to keep his hand on the pulse and en- and as Chair of the West Bay Hospital Con- emy is ranked among the top rated edu- abled him to know who was who and how ference, San Mateo Section, and Chair of the cational institutions in the U.S. Given that they thought and felt on various subjects. Hospital Consortium of San Mateo County. He American Samoa has a population of about Other characteristics that endeared him to is a past director of the American Red Cross 60,000, a per capita income of less than $4,500 and almost 5,000 men and women serving in many was his ability to be there for others, al- Bay Area and a member of the Finance Com- the U.S. Armed Services, I am pleased that ways ready to lend a helping hand to others mittee of the Health Plan of San Mateo. we may be able to offer more students the less fortunate, or to those that just needed ad- Mills-Peninsula has thrived under Bob opportunity to attend one of our nations vice. ‘‘He was steadfast in whatever he be- Merwin’s leadership. He has improved rela- prestigious military academies. lieved in even if it meant he was on the losing tions between physicians and management, At this time, I want to thank my col- leagues, both Democratic and Republican, side’’—which was a very rare event. contained costs while increasing productivity for supporting my initiative to increase Lalie became mesmerized with the beauty and helped develop a strategic plan for the American Samoa’s academy appointments of St. Croix so much that he enjoyed hanging combined hospitals. Under his leadership a and, again, I commend President Bush for out with friends on the waterfront or even just new 241 bed acute care facility, Mills-Penin- signing this important legislation into law, to go to take a sail with a friend. In addition sula Medical Center was constructed. It is a the Congressman concluded. to his carpentry skills, he worked at the De- state-of-the-art, $640 million, 450,000 square f partment of Sanitation; the U. S. District Court; foot facility that is a source of pride to our en- the Youth Rehabilitation Center and the De- tire community. WADSWORTH ‘‘LALIE’’ DICKERSON partment of Education; where a job injury ended his working career. He was also a Life- Bob Merwin is married to the former Nancy long Democrat because his mother told him Madigan and they have two children, Michael HON. DONNA M. CHRISTENSEN there could be no other party than the Demo- and Megan. He enjoys golf, tennis and pho- OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS cratic Party, because it was the Party for poor tography. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people. He has also been involved and a Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Mr. Speaker, I ask the entire House of Rep- member of numerous Democratic Clubs, in- resentatives to join me in honoring Bob Mrs. CHRISTENSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in cluding the People’s Democratic Club and the Merwin for his stellar career in hospital man- posthumous recognition of Wadsworth Democratic Territorial Committee. agement and for his extraordinary contribu- Dickerson, a Friend, Mentor, campaign and I know that many Democrats still deeply tions to our community and our country. personal supporter, who was with me at the miss the presence and unwavering support

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.043 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1726 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 from one of our most dedicated party mem- news anchor for WTVT. Mr. Wilson’s innumer- Faleomavaega said. I think it’s fair to say bers who also just happened to be the ‘‘Con- able achievements are a true reflection of his that we’re all looking forward to science’’ of the Party. Even though he seemed exceptional success in the broadcasting indus- groundbreaking and to renewed and strengthened relations with the United to breathe politics, he also had another pas- try. His insight, professionalism, and support States Army Reserve. sion which was gardening. His green thumb of our community have earned him an unprec- caused his family to always be able to have edented level of respect that is well deserved. [Press Release, Feb. 8, 2006] fresh vegetables and even fruits at times. On behalf of the Tampa Bay community that FALEOMAVAEGA RECOMMENDS THAT NEW Lalie was also a family man, proud of his has greatly benefited from his dedicated serv- ARMY RESERVE CENTER BE NAME IN HONOR children; loved his grandchildren and was ice, I am honored to congratulate Mr. Wilson OF THE LATE SFC KONELIO PELE overjoyed being in the presence of his great- on his remarkable career. In response to recent inquiries from the grandchildren. His and Cavelle’s home was f press and public, Congressman the center and heartbeat of the family. Faleomavaega announced today that on Jan- As I bring my congressional tenure to clo- HISTORICAL RECORD OF U.S. uary 25, 2006 and also on April 7, 2004 he sure and reflect on the beginning: the joy, ARMY RESERVE FACILITY IN wrote a letter to Brigadier General John Ma, happy memories, the sadness of losing him AMERICAN SAMOA Commanding General, 9th Regional Readi- ness Command, in Hawaii recommending and appreciation of him and all that he that the newly built $20 million U.S. Army brought to me, my life, family and campaigns; HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA Reserve Center in Tafuna, American Samoa always contributed to making it extremely dif- OF AMERICAN SAMOA be named in honor of the late Sergeant First ficult to think and write about him. It is so easy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Class (SFC) Konelio Pele. I am pleased that to be sad in nostalgia but, he would not want Wednesday, December 3, 2014 in the January 30, 2006 issue of Samoa News, us to feel anything but happiness for Life and retired U.S. Army Lieutenant Colonel Mapu Opportunity to move on and improve. May he Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise Jamias announced on behalf of our local Vet- rest in peace. today to include, for historical purposes, infor- erans of Foreign Wars that they were also mation about the U.S. Army Reserve Facility recommending that the new Army Reserve f in American Samoa. Center be named in honor of SFC Konelio Pele. I was unaware that our veterans made JOHN WILSON [Press Release, July 20, 2000] the same recommendation but I am pleased U.S. ARMY RESERVE GETS APPROVAL TO CON- by this outcome, Congressman HON. KATHY CASTOR STRUCT $20 MILLION FACILITY AT TAFUNA Faleomavaega said. AIRPORT OF FLORIDA SFC Konelio Pele was assigned to the Congressman Faleomavaega announced Alpha Company, 3rd Brigade, 25th Infantry IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today that the Federal Aviation Administra- Division based in Hawaii and was deployed in Wednesday, December 3, 2014 tion (FAA) is ready to release to the Amer- Vietnam under the command of Major Gen- Ms. CASTOR of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise ican Samoa Government 6.5 acres of land at eral Carpenter. On July 25, 1966, SFC Konelio the Tafuna Airport so that the U.S. Army Pele was awarded the Silver Star, the third today to celebrate the distinguished career of Reserve (USAR) can begin construction of its highest medal for valor, for his gallant serv- John Wilson. His remarkable broadcasting ac- new $20 million training facility. ice in the field of battle during the Vietnam complishments and his outstanding work in There was considerable amount of time War. SFC Pele served in three wars and was the Tampa Bay community is worthy of rec- spent on discussions between my office, the awarded a Bronze medal, two Purple Hearts, ognition by all. FAA and the USAR to work out this deal, and three Combat Infantryman Badges. Mr. Wilson grew up in a small coal-mining and I am just glad that we have resolved it, On July 25, 1966, the Department of the town in Virginia. When he was 15, Mr. Wilson Faleomavaega said. With this agreement Army issued General Orders: Number 4997 started his work in broadcasting as a disc from the FAA, the ASG and USAR can now awarding SFC Konelio Pele the Silver Star begin the process to secure the property and for his actions on May 29, 1966. The citation jockey and news reporter for his local tele- enter into detailed lease negotiations. states: Sergeant First Class Pele distin- vision station. After graduating from the Vir- As it now stands, the FAA has agreed to guished himself on 29 May 1966 while serving ginia Commonwealth University, Mr. Wilson release the land from Federal obligation and as a platoon sergeant securing a landing zone was drafted into the U.S. Army where he redesignate the property for non-aero- in the Pleiku Province, Republic of Vietnam. served with the Armed Forces Radio in Pan- nautical purposes. The FAA has also agreed When his platoon moved out from the land- ama. He was honored with the Army Com- to extend a 55-year lease to USAR. For its ing zone to render assistance to other ele- mendation Medal for Excellence in Broad- part, USAR has agreed to pay fair-market ments of the company that were pinned casting for his service. value for the property. Its a win-win for ev- down by a large Viet Cong force, Sergeant erybody, Faleomavaega said. Prior to this First Class Pele repeatedly exposed himself Mr. Wilson’s tremendous career has led him agreement, the airport stood to lose Federal to the intense hostile fire as he maneuvered across the country and around the world. Be- funding if ASG leased the site to USAR at a his platoon. During the course of action, he fore settling in the Tampa Bay area in 1981, nominal lease rate. Now that the military singlehandedly charged a Viet Cong machine he anchored primetime newscasts in Rich- has agreed to pay fair-market value, the air- gun emplacement, killed two of the crew mond, Norfolk, Charlotte, and St. Louis. His port will retain its right to Federal funding members with his rifle, and caused the re- passion for reporting took him abroad several and will still receive fair-market rates from maining insurgents to flee. After he covered times to conduct special reports about hard- USAR. In turn, the military will be able to the evacuation of the dead and wounded, he hitting issues in Normandy, Guantanamo Bay, construct its $20 million facility on a site carried the hostile machine gun and ammu- that is best-suited to meet the training nition through the bullet swept area to Saudi Arabia, Haiti, and Moscow. Over his 50 needs of our troops. friendly positions. When he returned to the years in broadcasting, Mr. Wilson has been All that’s left is for ASG to submit a for- landing zone, he realized that a wounded recognized with three Emmy Awards, numer- mal request to the FAA Airports Division, member of his platoon had been left behind. ous Associated Press awards, and most re- Western-Pacific Region to release the said Sergeant First Class Pele, with complete dis- cently, the Lifetime Achievement Award from property, Faleomavaega said. In fact, Mr. regard for his safety, moved several hundred the Broadcasters Club of Florida in 2013. Herman C. Bliss, Manager of the FAA West- meters across open terrain, found his fallen Not only has Mr. Wilson impacted the ern Division has already been notified to ex- comrade, and carried him back to be evacu- Tampa Bay area with his excellent journalistic pedite the handling of this FAA request and ated. Through his heroic efforts, the Viet to coordinate with ASG the preparation and reporting, he has also strengthened our com- Cong were defeated in that area. Sergeant submission of the release. Beyond the details First Class Pele’s extraordinary heroism in munity through his support of nonprofit organi- of the lease agreement, Faleomavaega also close combat against a numerically superior zations. Mr. Wilson and his wife of 48 years, noted Senator Inouyes involvement in secur- Viet Cong force was in keeping with the Mary K., regularly volunteer by singing and ing funds for construction of the new mili- highest traditions of the military service and performing for many civic and charitable orga- tary facility in American Samoa. Senator reflects great credit upon himself, his unit, nizations including The Boys and Girls Clubs, Inouye and I have worked on this project for and the United States Army. the National Red Cross, St. Anthony’s Hos- the past five years, Faleomavaega said. I am SFC Pele’s action is a pure example of per- pital, and The Junior League of St. Peters- confident this facility will be both a boon to sonal courage. His unit and the U.S. Army our economy and a much-needed and wel- recognized his selfless actions and for this burg. Mr. Wilson is also a gifted and popular come operation. reason he was awarded the Silver Star. It is emcee, narrator, and speaker. I thank Senator Inouye for his commit- my understanding that SFC Pele was also As Mr. Wilson moves towards retirement, he ment and assistance and I also thank Gov- recommended for the Congressional Medal of must be particularly proud to have his son, ernor Tauese and his staff for their support Honor for his heroic actions but there were Mark, continue his legacy as the evening in getting this project underway, problems in processing the paperwork

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They are their first responders’ duties and in the other Service Cross Award that were presented to a great example of the determination and endeavors they lead to strengthen Ham- the Japanese-American soldiers who fought selfless service of our many Samoan sons and tramck. These efforts include: raising funds to in Europe during World War II. There was daughters who have served or are currently support breast cancer research, leading com- only one Medal of Honor awarded to the serving in the military today. munity clean-up days and providing the sup- brave Japanese-American soldiers who sac- The dedication ceremonies are scheduled port necessary for Hamtramck to hold Inde- rificed so much during World War II, despite for Saturday, July 15, 2006 at the new Tafuna pendence Day festivities for its residents. the tremendous amount of bigotry and rac- facility. Congressman Faleomavaega and ism brought against these Japanese-Amer- Governor Togiola are both invited to the Mr. Speaker, our first responders deserve ican Citizens. ceremonies. At this moment, I want to ex- our admiration, our respect and our unending As I recall, in 1996, Senator Daniel Akaka press my sincere appreciation to the U.S. gratitude for the incredible responsibility they authored a provision in the Defense Author- Army for its commitment to American shoulder on a daily basis. They provide the ization Act mandating a review of the serv- Samoa. Most of all, I want to thank all security and protection that help bind our com- ice records of the 52 recipients who received Samoans in the military and their families munities together, both in their official duties the Distinguished Service Cross. As a result, for their sacrifices and service to our coun- and their volunteer endeavors, which are often 19 additional Medals of Honor were awarded try, concluded Faleomavaega. to our Japanese-American veterans includ- focused on supporting the members of our f ing Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii. communities that are most in-need. It is my I believe that SFC Peles record is very ON THE OCCASION OF THE ONE- honor to congratulate and thank Fire Chief similar to that of our Japanese-American HUNDREDTH ANNIVERSARY OF Paul Wilk, the firefighters of the Hamtramck veterans and I feel that it is only appropriate THE HAMTRAMCK FIRE DEPART- Fire Department and their families who sup- to request the Department of Defense to re- MENT port them, for the incredible impact they have view his actions during the Vietnam War and made and continue to make on their commu- it is my intention to consult closely with nity. The centennial of the HFD is a significant Senator Daniel Akaka on this matter. We HON. GARY C. PETERS will explore all options on how best to reex- milestone in its history and I wish all of its fire- OF MICHIGAN amine SFC Peles war record, and see if he fighters and their families continued success should be awarded the Congressional Medal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and safety in their endeavor to protect the of Honor. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 residents of Hamtramck. At the same time, I am also recommending f that our new Army Reserve Center be named Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I in honor of SFC Pele. SFC Pele lived his life rise today to recognize the first responders of TED AND FRANI BICKART to the fullest and represented all seven val- the Hamtramck Fire Department (HFD) as the ues of the United States Army including loy- community celebrates the department’s cen- HON. ED PERLMUTTER alty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, tennial anniversary. This historic milestone in OF COLORADO integrity, and personal courage. For his com- HFD’s history is a testament to the thirty-one mitment to God and country, for his example IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES brave men of the department and their prede- to you and me, I am hopeful that the U.S. Wednesday, December 3, 2014 Army will recognize his distinguished serv- cessors, who have made the safety of their ice and name the new Army Reserve Center community their livelihood. Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in his honor, Congressman Faleomavaega First responders are a critical part of com- today to recognize and applaud Ted and Frani concluded. munities across our nation—dedicated individ- Bickart for receiving the 2014 City of Golden uals who are putting themselves in harm’s Mayor’s Award of Excellence. [Press Release, June 30, 2006] way to ensure the safety of our communities. The City of Golden honors Ted and Frani NEW U.S. ARMY RESERVE CENTER IN AMER- For the HFD, the roots of this deep commit- Bickart for their service to the Golden commu- ICAN SAMOA WILL BE NAMED IN HONOR OF ment to its community extend all the way back nity, specifically their support of Golden’s cul- SAMOAN SOLDIERS to 1857, before Hamtramck was even incor- ture, civics and students. Ted served as Presi- Congressman Faleomavaega announced porated as a village. It was then that the Ham- dent of the Colorado School of Mines from today that the new U.S. Army Reserve Cen- tramck Spouters first organized and formed ter in American Samoa will be named in 1998 to 2000. During that time and after, Ted honor of Sergeant First Class Konelio Pele the Spouters Company Number Eleven. and Frani devoted themselves to deepening and Staff Sergeant Frank F. Tiai. Forged with a mission of protecting the citi- the town-and-gown bond and to enriching The U.S. Army Reserve Center will be zens of Hamtramck and their property, it for- Golden’s quality of life. Today Ted serves as named in honor of the late SFC Konelio Pele mally became the Hamtramck Fire Department chair of the Golden Urban Renewal Authority who served in three major wars and was in 1914, and has diligently dedicated itself to and devotes time to high school and university awarded the Silver Star, the third highest fulfilling its mission. education issues. Frani has been chair of the medal for valor during the Vietnam War. Like all first responders, the HFD provides Jefferson Symphony Orchestra Board and the SFC Pele is also a recipient of the Bronze support and protection to the residents of its Star, two Purple Hearts, and three Combat Symphony International Young Artists Com- Infantryman Badges. community in their moments of greatest need. petition, as well as a longtime volunteer for the The Maintenance Storage Facility of the This support and protection includes: respond- Foothills Art Center, Golden History Museums, Army Reserve Center will be named in honor ing to fire emergencies, preventing fires, miti- and Golden Fortnightly Club. of the late SSG Frank Tiai, a member of the gating hazardous situations, investigating fire I extend my deepest congratulations to Ted 100th Battalion, 442nd Infantry, who was emergencies for potential arson and providing and Frani Bickart for this well-deserved rec- killed in July 2005 while serving in Operation emergency medical services—in 2011, the ognition by the City of Golden. Iraqi Freedom. SSG Tiai was posthumously HFD responded to over 3,000 emergencies. f awarded the Bronze Star and Purple Heart As the HFD has grown, it has continued to medals. TRIBUTE TO JAMES ALLEN, A Congressman Faleomavaega and the Amer- obtain and incorporate new technology, equip- ican Samoa Veterans of Foreign Wars both ment and training, to strengthen its ability to HERO TO OUR COMMUNITY recommended to the U.S. Army that the protect the community. All of these resources, newly built Army Reserve Center be named along with those of neighboring fire depart- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL after Sergeant First Class Konelio Pele. ments in Detroit and Highland Park, were put OF NEW YORK I am pleased the U.S. Army accepted our to the test on August 6, 1984, when the HFD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recommendation to name the Army Reserve responded to a five-alarm industrial fire. The Center after SFC Konelio Pele in recognition Wednesday, December 3, 2014 of his distinguished service, said Congress- HFD and the other responding departments man Faleomavaega. To my knowledge, SFC were instrumental in containing this fire and Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in Peles Silver Star is the highest award re- preventing its spread to neighboring resi- tribute to a very important and influential cit- ceived by any Samoan for courageous valor dences and properties. It serves as a poignant izen of this Good Nation, Mr. James Allen. Mr. in the field of battle. example of the important role of first respond- Allen has recently stepped down as Executive

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Mr. Allen is an million,’’ Faleomavaega said. ‘‘American inspiring man who has brought much needed 25, 2012, from all Democratic members of the Samoa will continue to receive the 5% in- House Natural Resources Committee, led by assistance, love, and care to the addicts of crease in its Federal Medical Assistance Per- Ranking Member Edward Markey and in- our community, taking the steps to bring them centage (FMAP) that was signed into law by cluding Congressman Faleomavaega, de- back into the folds of society. the President this past Tuesday. This means nounced the Republican proposed legislation. Even without his accomplishments in terms that the American Samoa Government Furthermore, Representative Donna of giving back to the world, Mr. Allen’s per- (ASG) will pay 45% of the Medicaid costs Christensen of the U.S. Virgin Islands, a while the federal government pays 55%.’’ sonal story of struggle and growth is enough member of the Energy and Commerce Com- ‘‘This legislation continues to provide $1 in itself to merit this tribute. Mr. Allen was him- mittee, offered an amendment to block the billion for the Territories to participate in self a heroin addict, and had pushed away his the Health Insurance Exchange program. Republican proposal in the Committee. But family, friends, and all of his emotions in order Each of the Territories will be afforded the the amendment was defeated on a party-line to maintain his negative relationship with his option to participate or transfer their alloca- vote of 30 to 21. The bill passed in Committee drug of choice. After ten years of hopeless- tion to their Medicaid program. In this case, on April 25, 2012 and is expected to be consid- ness and lack of connection with the world if American Samoa chooses not to partici- ered by the full House in the coming weeks. around him, Mr. Allen made the toughest deci- pate in the Exchange by 2014, the Territory ‘‘While I understand the need for fiscal re- sion addicts are faced with: to get help for his will receive an additional $18.75 million for form and the important work we must do in problem. He had the support of his wife, Mary, its Medicaid program.’’ Congress to reduce the deficit, I do not be- ‘‘Between 2004 and 2008, ASG has received lieve that any budget alternative should be who pushed him to join a treatment facility in an estimated $106 million in direct and indi- Kentucky. It was there that Allen overcame his taken out on America’s most vulnerable pop- rect federal grant funding from the U.S. De- ulations,’’ Congressman Faleomavaega stat- previous anger and contempt for religion, and partment of Health and Human Services. As ed. he began to pray to God to help him through you may know, ASG receives an additional his struggle. With an amount of work unimagi- $23 million per year from the federal govern- ‘‘The residents of the five U.S. Territories, nable to those who have never dealt with ad- ment for the operations of its local govern- numbering more than 4 million, have histori- cally received unequal treatment under the diction, Allen overcame his dependence on ment. ASG continues to be the only State or Territory that receives federal funding for Medicaid program in comparison to the heroin. His journey is an inspiring one, and I the operation of its local government and States. For example, some of the country’s am honored to call Mr. Allen my friend. more than $7 million per year of these oper- poorest states receive upwards of 80 percent Yet Mr. Allen’s fight did not end here. In ad- ating funds, provided by the Department of in their federal matching requirement dition to facing the daily battles recovered ad- Interior, are allocated for LBJ and (FMAP) for Medicaid and do not have a man- dicts must face throughout their lives, Mr. healthcare in the Territory.’’ dated funding cap on their Medicaid pro- Allen took the next step to help others dealing ‘‘With the hundreds of millions provided to gram. The Affordable Care Act, passed in with similar struggles. His life crossed paths ASG from the federal government for 2010 without a single Republican vote, with that of another dear friend and civil rights healthcare in American Samoa, I have every sought to address some of these disparities. leader, the late Reverend Dr. Eugene S. confidence that the Fono, together with the While it did not fully close the inequality local administration, will work to establish Callender of the Manhattan Christian Reform gap, it did provide a major step forward for a solid program in place for our residents the Territories. Out of the $6.3 billion in ad- Church, and he immediately volunteered to who deserve affordable quality healthcare assist the Reverend with a church-sponsored ditional funding to the Territories, the ACA under the law.’’ increased American Samoa’s Medicaid fund- ‘‘Again, I want to thank President Obama narcotics rehabilitation program. Since that ing to a total of $285.5 million over the nine and those involved for making health care day, Mr. Allen has not paused in his goal of year period from FY 2011–FY 2019, compared affordable for all Americans and for working helping other addicts change their lives to $105 million without the legislation.’’ around. As founder of the Addict Rehabilitation with the Congressional Delegates to make certain that the Territories were included in ‘‘The Affordable Care Act was a major step Center, he transformed the small church-fund- this historic legislation,’’ Faleomavaega forward for American Samoa and the U.S. ed program into a successful, far-reaching or- concluded. Territories, but this Republican bill only ganization. Under Allen’s loving and com- seeks to reverse our progress towards equal- mitted leadership, ARC has served thousands [Press Release, Apr. 30, 2012] ity under the Medicaid program. If this bill of people dealing with substance abuse, and FALEOMAVAEGA STANDS WITH DEMOCRATIC were to be enacted, American Samoa’s FY the hope he brought to these people’s lives COLLEAGUES TO FIGHT FOR TERRITORY’S 2012 funding cap of approximately $28 million will forever remain in their hearts. MEDICAID FUNDING will revert back to a pre-ACA ceiling of ap- f Congressman Faleomavaega today an- proximately $10.6 million next year,’’ said nounced that he will continue to work with Congressman Faleomavaega. HISTORICAL RECORD ON PASSAGE his Democratic colleagues in Congress to en- ‘‘At this time, I, along with my fellow Ter- OF AFFORDABLE CARE ACT AND sure that critical funding for American Sa- ritorial delegates will continue to work hard RELATED HEALTHCARE FUND- moa’s Medicaid program is not affected by to ensure that this bill does not become law. ING IN AMERICAN SAMOA Republican proposals to significantly reduce It is highly unlikely that the Senate will federal healthcare funding for the five U.S. pass or the President will sign into law such Territories. a bill that would repeal such important fund- HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA The Republican proposed cuts to American ing for our Territories.’’ OF AMERICAN SAMOA Samoa’s Medicaid program originated in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House Committee on Energy and Commerce ‘‘As stated in our joint Territorial letter to Wednesday, December 3, 2014 which oversees healthcare issues. The legis- Chairman Upton, this proposal has sent ‘a lation, put forward by Republican Chairman terrible message of exclusion to our con- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise Fred Upton, seeks to repeal a provision of stituents’ by proposing to cut every single today to include, for historical purposes, infor- Affordable Care Act (ACA) that provided $6.3 dollar of our new funding under the Afford- mation on the passage of the Affordable Care billion in additional funding for Medicaid in able Care Act. The President’s Administra- Act and related healthcare funding in Amer- the territories from FY 2011 to FY 2019, and tion has offered several alternatives to def- ican Samoa. increased the territories’ Federal Medical icit reduction, and like my Democratic col- Assistance Percentage (FMAP) from 50% to [Press Release, Mar. 25, 2010] leagues from the Territories as well as our 55%. The proposal follows the Republican’s Territorial governors, I do not believe that HOUSE PASSES FINAL VERSION OF HEALTH own directive in the FY 2013 budget approved taking important funding away from our CARE LEGISLATION, INCLUDES INCREASE IN by the House last month that required the needy healthcare systems in the Territories MEDICAID AND HEALTH INSURANCE EX- Energy and Commerce Committee to submit is a good solution to the deficit.’’ CHANGE FOR AMERICAN SAMOA legislation to reduce the deficit by $96.76 bil- Congressman Faleomavaega announced lion over the next decade. ‘‘I thank my colleagues for their tireless today that by a vote of 220–207 the U.S. In a letter to Chairman Fred Upton, dated advocacy on behalf of more than 4 million House of Representatives passed the final April 20, 2012, Congressman Faleomavaega, residents in the U.S. Territories, and I en- version of H.R. 4872, the Health Care and along with his colleagues from the U.S. Ter- sure the people of American Samoa that we Education Reconciliation Act of 2010. The ritories, Pedro Pierluisi (Puerto Rico), will continue to fight hard to protect the bill now goes to President Obama for signa- Donna Christensen (U.S. Virgin Islands), Territory’s Medicaid funding,’’ ture. Madeleine Bordallo (Guam), and Gregorio Faleomavaega concluded.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.051 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 3, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1729 [Press Release, Jan. 13, 2014] Territory similarly to each of the States and HEATHER SCHNEIDER the District of Columbia. CONGRESSMAN FALEOMAVAEGA APPLAUDS CMS DECISION TO INCREASE MEDICAID ‘‘From the outset of negotiations leading FMAP FOR ELIGIBLE TERRITORIES up to the passage of the Affordable Care Act, HON. ED PERLMUTTER one of the key issues for the U.S. Territories OF COLORADO Congressman Faleomavaega today issued was to increase the FMAP for each Terri- the following statement in response to a de- tory. Along with my colleagues from the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cision by the Centers for Medicare and Med- U.S. Territories, I have continuously voiced Wednesday, December 3, 2014 icaid Services (CMS) to increase the Federal American Samoa’s desire for state-like Medicaid Assistance Percentage (FMAP) for treatment in which our FMAP is set accord- Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise eligible U.S. Territories. ing to per capita income to reflect our true today to recognize and applaud Heather ‘‘I am pleased to hear today of CMS’ deci- ability to share in financing Medicaid serv- Schneider for receiving the 2014 City of Gold- ices. The ACA increased the Territories’ sion to offer each US. Territory the oppor- en Mayor’s Award of Excellence. tunity to receive increases to the federal FMAP from 50 to 55 percent federal share. Medicaid matching rate provided by the Af- The ACA also gave American Samoa a $180 The City of Golden honors Heather for her fordable Care Act (ACA). CMS’ announce- million increase in the Territory’s Medicaid dedication to supporting and improving the ment today provides for each eligible Terri- statutory cap over a nine year period, from Golden community. She is a Golden native tory to receive two increases to their FMAP. 2011 through 2019, lifting the overall cap to and mother of three young children. In addi- CMS will send a letter to Medicaid directors $285.5 million in Medicaid funding. However, tion to working part-time at an engineering in the five U.S. Territories outlining the spe- while the increase in funding caps were a vic- firm, Heather is also a graduate of Leadership tory for the Territories, the fact of the mat- cific information needed to determine the Golden, a founding member of the Golden eligibility of each Territory. According to ter is, the ability of the Territories to draw CMS, one potential increase will be deter- down on this additional federal funding is Young Professionals, and an enormous advo- mined by whether a Territory fulfills the re- limited because of the required FMAP. cate for the Golden School Foundation where quirements for an ‘expansion state’ match- ‘‘I thank Secretary Sebelius, Adminis- she has been instrumental in helping to raise ing rate. The other increase will be a tem- trator Marilyn Tavenner, and their team for money and awareness for the needs of our porary (2 year) 2.2 percentage point increase their work and outreach to American Samoa public schools through marketing the Golden for all expenditures in jurisdictions that do and our fellow Territories. While full parity Gallop. not claim any ‘newly eligible’ matching by statue is still a goal to be realized for the I extend my deepest congratulations to funds. CMS has also determined that both in- Territories, I am pleased nonetheless that creases will be available to Territories that the most recent decision by CMS will pro- Heather Schneider for this well-deserved rec- meet the criteria for ‘expansion state’ des- vide an opportunity for Territories to receive ognition by the City of Golden. ignation. CMS will be reaching out to each an increased FMAP, pending eligibility.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:35 Dec 04, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03DE8.052 E03DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1730 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 3, 2014 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS 10 a.m. and the future of derivatives regula- Committee on Finance tion. Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, To hold hearings to examine Social Secu- SR–328A agreed to by the Senate of February 4, rity, focusing on if there is a key foun- Committee on Banking, Housing, and 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- dation of economic security working Urban Affairs tem for a computerized schedule of all for women. To hold an oversight hearing to examine meetings and hearings of Senate com- SD–215 cybersecurity, focusing on enhancing mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- 10:30 a.m. coordination to protect the financial tees, and committees of conference. Committee on the Judiciary sector. SD–538 This title requires all such committees Subcommittee on Crime and Terrorism 10:30 a.m. To hold hearings to examine campus sex- to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Committee on Foreign Relations ual assault, focusing on the roles and Digest—designated by the Rules Com- Subcommittee on African Affairs mittee—of the time, place and purpose responsibilities of law enforcement. To hold hearings to examine the Ebola of the meetings, when scheduled and SD–226 epidemic, focusing on the keys to suc- any cancellations or changes in the 11 a.m. cess for the international response. meetings as they occur. Committee on Banking, Housing, and SD–419 Urban Affairs As an additional procedure along 2:30 p.m. Subcommittee on Housing, Transpor- with the computerization of this infor- Committee on Commerce, Science, and tation, and Community Development Transportation mation, the Office of the Senate Daily To hold hearings to examine inequality, Subcommittee on Surface Transportation Digest will prepare this information for opportunity, and the housing market. and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, printing in the Extensions of Remarks SD–538 Safety, and Security section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD 2:30 p.m. To hold hearings to examine passenger on Monday and Wednesday of each Committee on the Judiciary rail, focusing on investing in our na- week. Subcommittee on the Constitution, Civil tion’s future. Meetings scheduled for Thursday, De- Rights and Human Rights SR–253 cember 4, 2014 may be found in the To hold hearings to examine the state of Committee on the Judiciary To hold hearings to examine the Presi- Daily Digest of today’s RECORD. civil and human rights in the United States. dent’s executive action on immigration and the need to pass comprehensive re- SD–226 MEETINGS SCHEDULED form. SD–226 DECEMBER 10 DECEMBER 9 10 a.m. Time to be announced DECEMBER 11 Committee on Commerce, Science, and Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and 10 a.m. Transportation Forestry Committee on the Judiciary Business meeting to consider pending To hold hearings to examine the Com- Business meeting to consider pending nominations. modity Futures Trading Commission, calendar business. TBA focusing on the effective enforcement SD–226

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