May 22, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E651 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

TRIBUTES TO FORMER REP. RON ciples and determined to do right by those Ron never let the weight of the world de- DELLUMS BY HIS COLLEAGUES who entrusted him with high office. They stroy his sense of humor and fun-loving side knew he would always speak up for them and with his friends and family. speak out for the causes he knew to be just. I first met Ron as a college student in the HON. STENY H. HOYER Ron Dellums understood that the power of early 1970s. I was going to school, raising my OF MARYLAND words speaking truth—on the Floor of the two little boys while on public assistance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House or in Committee or in the City Coun- and developing my political consciousness. cil chamber or from the mayor’s desk—could I wanted to be an Intern in Ron’s Wash- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 be mightier than any armament. He was a ington office once I was in graduate school Mr. HOYER. Madam Speaker, on Friday, man who chose his words carefully and at UC Berkeley. I went to Ron’s District Di- May 10, 2019, the family, friends, and former wielded them forcefully. rector, our beloved, the late Don Hopkins President John F. Kennedy said of Winston colleagues of the late Rep. Ron Dellums of who Ron relied on and loved deeply, with Churchill that he ‘‘marshalled the English this request. paid tribute to him at a memorial language and sent it into battle.’’ So too did Don placed me in Ron’s DC Office during service here in Washington. Several of us who Ron. And we will remember him always for the Watergate hearings in the summer of served with him in this House delivered eulo- speaking truth, speaking justice, speaking 1974. I learned a lot that summer, saw how gies praising Rep. Dellums for his decency, goodness, and speaking for those who needed Ron, as a progressive African American man his strength of character, his leadership, his a voice. from Berkeley and Oakland, navigated his dedication to the men and women who serve He was regal in bearing. He was real in his work as a legislator. Even though—as he al- relationships—warm and empathetic to all. ways reminded us—they painted him as a in our military, and the respect he earned from He was courageous in battle. Principled in his fellow legislators on both sides of the aisle. commie pinko from Berkeley and he was on his policies. Moral in vision. Worthy of lead- Spiro Agnew’s hate list—Ron wore this as a I want to take this opportunity to include in ing. Courteous in demeanor. Clear in his badge of honor. He knew he came to Con- the RECORD the remarks I offered along with goals. Loyal to his country, colleagues, and gress as an Anti-war, peace candidate, who the kind words spoken by Rep. , conscience. Deserving of our love and re- knew the priorities of our country were Chairwoman , and Del. ELEA- spect. A Teddy-Roosevelt ‘‘doer of great wrong and destroying people’s lives here at NOR HOLMES NORTON. Majority Whip JAMES deeds.’’ And, most assuredly, a man to be ad- home & abroad. mired, emulated, followed, and—as we do CLYBURN also spoke, although unfortunately In 1975, I came to Washington, D.C. to work today, remembered. on Ron’s staff. In those days, it was rare for there is no transcript of his remarks. I can at- Ron was our friend and our exemplar. We test, however, to his moving words. a woman—let alone a black woman—to run a were honored and blessed to be a part of his congressional office. But Ron was proud to Below I share with the rest of our col- life. call himself a ‘‘feminist’’ and lived his life by leagues my remarks in praise of our friend, Ron: you were always faithful, Marine. the same progressive values he espoused on the late Rep. Dellums, joined by the state- You were ‘‘Semper Fi.’’ the House floor. ments of others made in tribute to him: Ms. Lee of California: To our officiant, As an ardent anti-war activist, he also Mr. Hoyer: Rev. Lamar and Father Conroy, Rev. William H. Lamar IV, Father Conroy, sought a seat on the Armed Services Com- thank you for your words of peace and reflec- Reverend Skinner, and to all members of the mittee to advocate for alternatives to mili- tion. Cynthia, Erik, Piper, Brandon, and clergy. tary intervention. First, let me offer my deepest condolences Pam, thank you for allowing us to join you Years later, Ron went on to make history to Cynthia, Brandy, Rachel, and Ron’s entire in mourning Ron and participating in this as the first African American to chair the family and extended family and Ron’s staff service today. To his grandchildren and Armed Services Committee—and he used who have and continue to experience a deep great-grandchildren, let me say ‘‘thank you’’ that position to advocate for more just and sense of grief, yet hope that through the for the love you gave him, because we all saw humane military policies. I travelled with celebration of Ron’s life, we all can join to- the joy it brought him. Ron, along with his staff throughout the gether and keep his legacy alive through our I had the great honor to serve in congress world. Heads of State wanted his advice and work and love for each other. with Ron Dellums for seventeen years. He knew he was a global leader. I would also like to take a moment to ac- was a friend, a teacher, an example, a hero. I remember him telling his staff ‘‘Let your knowledge my colleagues; members here; He was always a gentleman. He was kind, conscience be your guide. If you are right— Majority Leader Steny Hoyer, Majority Whip gracious, strong, and historic. Respected and just to stand on that street corner alone be- James Clyburn, Congresswoman Maxine admired by his colleagues on both sides of cause sooner or later everyone must walk Waters, Congressman Hank Johnson, Con- the aisle. right to you.’’ I’d like to ask Ron’s staff— gresswoman Eleanor Holmes Norton, Con- As Chairman of the Armed Services Com- Congressional and Mayoral—to stand. Ron gressman Gregory Meeks, and Congress- mittee, Ron Dellums was a man who knew loved his staff. They are all true public serv- woman Shelia Jackson Lee. Members, please the purpose of arms. He understood that in- ants who gave their all to our community, stand. struments of war could be guarantors of Our former congressional colleagues. the country, and the world. peace. And he knew that the greatest force And Ron’s friends and constituents, and all Ron demonstrated this repeatedly—he in- was that of the moral being, the spirit of program participants. troduced the South African sanctions legis- good will and powerful words used to speak I thank you for being here today as we cel- lation 13 times. truth. ebrate the life of a man who was a states- It was the first override of a presidential When he saw the injustice of in man, a gentleman, and an authentic rep- policy veto in the 20th century and finally , Ron fought with every fiber to resentative of the people. Also, Ron was my put the on the right side of arm Congress with truth and make our coun- mentor and my friend. history. try an instrument of moral clarity. I looked up to him, like we all did, as a I will always remember Ron calling me When he and other African-American warrior, and a fighter. after I was elected to Congress to come to Members saw an opportunity to raise issues Ron never gave up his principles and integ- his beautiful home for dinner. Yes—he also that were being ignored in Washington and rity, even though he was brilliant, a deep was a great cook. lift up voices that weren’t being heard, Ron thinker, a philosopher, and a man who—as Well, we sat at his kitchen table and asked helped create the Congressional Black Cau- he would say—had a memory like an ele- me to think about introducing an AIDS mar- cus that now serves as the conscience of the phant. He was a psychiatric social worker tial plan for Africa given the devastating Congress. who understood human behavior in its total- HIV/AIDS pandemic in Africa. His idea led to As city councilman, he drew on his own ity and a proud former marine who dem- my legislation establishing the global fund family’s experiences to see the clarity of his onstrated that peace is patriotic. and PEPFAR which has saved millions of cause championing workers and their fami- He was a comedian too. lives. He worked so hard to help me get these lies, the downtrodden, the forgotten, and the He was so funny—some of you may remem- bills passed and the world owes him a debt of dispossessed. ber his Richard Pryor skit—Sandre, and I gratitude. The people of Oakland elected Ron eleven were with Ron when he played the role of Ron was my boss, mentor, and yet, like the times to congress and then made him their Richard Pryor at Lou Gossett’s house. brother I never had. He gave me personal ad- mayor—because they saw in him the kind of What an evening—Ron became Richard vice and support as a single Mom raising two moral leader unafraid to stand up for prin- Pryor, and Richard Pryor became Ron. boys.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MY8.001 E22MYPT1 E652 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 22, 2019 When my son Craig graduated from Brent 2nd Timothy Chapter 4, verse 7 says: ‘‘I confidant, a source of strength, a bastion of Elementary School, in the sixth grade here have fought the good fight, I have finished wisdom, and a compatriot in our shared in Washington, DC., he asked Ron to be the the race, and I have kept the faith.’’ goals and dreams. His personal warmth, graduation speaker. Ron left Capitol Hill, Ron, rest in peace, rest in power, know thoughtfulness, and empathy were as much a spoke at the graduation, took pictures and that we got your back. part of his essence as passion for peace. spent time with the kids afterward. Mind Ms. Waters: By all standards, our brother, When facing conflict, he remained dignified. you, they were young children. They didn’t Ron Dellums, was a truly exceptional human When confronting challenges, he remained have any political clout and couldn’t vote. being who consistently gave of himself to his optimistic. When engaging opponents, he re- Ron did this out of the goodness of his loved ones, his community, his nation, and mained congenial. Even his adversaries in heart because he loved children and cared the entire world. Congress appreciated him for being fair, re- about their future. Reverend King wrote ‘‘The ultimate meas- sponsive, thoughtful, and honorable. My sons Craig and Tony were childhood ure of a man is not where he stands in mo- I am grateful that I had the chance to friends with Ron’s kids Brandy, Eric, & ments of comfort and convenience, but where thank Ron for what he accomplished, rep- Piper, and to this day they remain close he stands in times of challenge and con- resented, and taught us. Shortly after he left friends. troversy. In dangerous valleys and hazardous Congress, we celebrated him at the Black Also, as a single woman in Washington, pathways, he will lift some bruised and beat- Women’s Forum in LA, not just because of DC, Ron counseled me on who—and who not en brother to a higher and more noble life.’’ what he did for his district and for the people to date. In both his public and personal capacities, of mine, but for all 435 districts. We envel- He saved me from a lot of trouble and Ron embodied this standard of character, oped him in so much appreciation and praise heartbreaks. purpose, selflessness, and service. that day—every bit well-earned and well-de- We can’t forget that Ron was nominated As an elected official, Ron was a bold pio- served—that the eloquent orator was ren- for President in the mid-70’s, in Cincinnati, neer, a true leader, and a stalwart advocate dered speechless, albeit only briefly. Ohio, but he declined the nomination for the for peace in the U.S. and globally. Fueled by To me, Ron was far more than a colleague, Office of the President at the National Black his extraordinary acumen and legendary elo- compatriot, teammate, confidante, coun- Political Convention. Then there was an ef- quence, he built a stellar track record of selor, and political soul mate, although he fort to draft him to run for president, in New standing up for principle, righting the was all that. To me, Ron was a true friend, York,—I believe—in 1980. wrongs of inequality, and empowering the a dear and trusted friend, a brother, and I Of course, he was conflicted—so was the powerless. loved him very much. staff. We just knew he could win—but Ron Ron initiated his career in Congress as a Ron Dellums will always be remembered as decided he wanted to continue serving his crusader for peace, taking on the establish- the true article; a man of conscience, dig- constituents because he wanted to help them ment by opposing the . He pres- nity, and grace; a leader with the rare blend achieve their dreams and aspirations. sured Nixon to end the U.S. involvement, of sincere humility and sublime intellect; And, as the father of Coalition politics, and exposed war crimes in Vietnam, earning the peoples’ patriot who waged peace at which began in the , his leadership him a place on Nixon’s enemies list, of which every opportunity; and a man who is ad- was needed to continue to build coalitions he was proud to be a member. mired and loved by more people, in more for peace and justice around the country. Ron was a pioneer in the campaign to end comers of the country and the world, than he When Ron called me and told me of his ill- apartheid in South Africa, proposing sanc- could have imagined. ness, I was devastated. In his generous man- tions as far back as 1972. He was fiercely Ms. Norton: We celebrate our colleague and ner, he said he didn’t want to worry me and dedicated to opening hearts and minds in friend Ronald Dellums at a time of historic was gentle and cautious in the way he told Congress to the plight of the oppressed polarization in Congress. It is a good time to me—preparing me for that sad day. But he South African majority. Together we fought remember the peace advocate who chaired gave me time to be with him each week dur- apartheid, with my bill divesting California’s the Armed Services Committee with such ing his last month. Thank you, Cynthia. pension fund investments, and Ron’s bill di- equanimity that he won the respect, even I spent my birthday last year—the evening vesting U.S. companies’ assets and applying the friendship, of those who opposed every of July 16 after a legislative session—with sanctions against the repressive regime, be- cause, of the many into which Ron poured Ron and his family. He was in rare form, coming law just days apart, in Ron’s case by his considerable talent. telling stories, being the comedian that he overriding the president’s veto. I first came to admire Ron even before was, toasting our friendship and singing Ron called out racial discrimination in the being elected to Congress from my work in Happy Birthday to me. He was frail, in pain, military and advanced diversity and inclu- the Free South Africa anti-apartheid move- but demonstrated a sense of hope and cour- sion through innovations that opened doors ment. For 14 years, Ron did not relent until age—even as he knew he would meet his of opportunity to people who had been ex- he freed his landmark bill for South Africa maker soon. cluded. He championed the minority set- divestment, overcoming a presidential veto. After my next visit, which would be the aside program for Defense Department con- By the time I was elected to Congress, Ron last, he talked about family and friends— tracts, enabling businesses owned by African had already been chair of the District of Co- told me some of his secrets, and I told him Americans, Latinos, and other minorities to lumbia Committee for more than a decade. some of mine—encouraged me to keep fight- compete for a share of the DoD’s large pro- That committee is long gone, and nothing ing the good fight and imparted more pearls curement budget. would have pleased Chairman Dellums more of wisdom. Ron consistently advocated for peace, op- than its demise. But when freedom-loving As I was about to leave, I was reluctant to posing expensive, excessive weapons such as Ron Dellums first came to Congress, he knew hug him, knowing he was in pain. He reared the B–2 stealth bomber, and the MX and Per- that if there had to be such a Committee, he up in the bed and called me to him in his shing II missiles. He called for funds for wanted a seat on it. Just as Ron sought playful way and gave me a big hug with tears those weapons to be shifted to cities, com- peace by serving on the Armed Service Com- in his eyes. munities, education, and housing. He op- mittee, he sought to free D.C. from Congres- As a brilliant, powerful, elected official, a posed military intervention in Grenada, sional control by serving on the D.C. Com- fighter, and a physical fitness champion, Ron , , , , , and mittee. was also kind, gentle, and a humanitarian elsewhere, and was an outspoken critic of He joined the Committee during his very who lived his life with dignity and respect. the Persian Gulf War. first term in Congress. Upon becoming chair He left this earth demonstrating that same Ron’s illustrious leadership was on display of the D.C. Committee, Ron framed his serv- sense of dignity and courage. as chairman of the Armed Services Com- ice as ‘‘an advocate, not an overseer of Dis- He did it his way. mittee. He maintained his commitment to trict affairs.’’ No sooner had Ron gotten to Ron passed me a blue baton when we an- peaceful policy positions while allowing the Congress in 1975, in his very 1st term, long nounced in 1998 that I would run for his seat committee to work its will on the DoD’s au- before I even thought about becoming a upon his retirement. thorization and policies that he opposed. Ron Member, he introduced the 1st D.C. state- The baton, which I look at often, reminds often voted against his committee’s legisla- hood bill. me that all of us must carry that baton that tion. Ron would relish our progress today as we Ron gave us and run our mile in this mara- Ron’s principled passion was epitomized by close in on enough votes for the D.C. state- thon for justice, for peace, and unity. So, his speech from the well of the House sup- hood bill to pass in the House this term. We when we can pass our batons to the next gen- porting the Civil Rights Act of 1990. In that expect a vote soon in the Oversight and Gov- eration, we know, as Ron said frequently— August 2, 1990 speech, which is still embla- ernment Reform Committee to send the bill we have secured their future. In honor of the zoned on the minds of many, Ron implored to the House Floor. When that committee great legacy Ron has left, I’ll be introducing his colleagues to support the bill, declaring vote occurs, we will not be able to claim we the Ronald V. Dellums Memorial Fellowship ‘‘this is throw-down time. This is the bottom are breaking new or historic ground. In 1987, For Women Of Color In Science, Technology, line. This is integrity. There is no substitute more than 30 years ago Chairman Ron Del- Engineering, Arts, Math, and National Secu- to freedom and human dignity . . . there is lums proclaimed ‘‘There should be no colo- rity Act. And we will get it passed. no substitute for justice.’’ nies in a democracy’’ and led the District Finally, let me say during moments like Ron’s nature was just as resplendent out- Committee in a vote for statehood for the this, as a person, of faith, I go to the scrip- side the public arena. To his friends and all District of Columbia that passed in his Com- tures often for inspiration and hope. who sought his counsel, he was a trusted mittee.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A22MY8.002 E22MYPT1 May 22, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E653 The American citizens who live in the na- REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF Damato, Jack DeQuatro, Bill and Steve Thorn- tion’s capital will forever remember Ron JIMMIE ‘‘JW’’ ALESHIRE ton, Neil and Elizabeth Ellis, Chris Powell, and Dellums, prescient warrior for equality and Bob Marcotte, who coined the phrase, and freedom—and well ahead of his time—a lead- er for statehood for the District of Columbia. HON. TIM RYAN preferred to be called a social chemist, not a OF OHIO bartender. Steve is the quintessential gentleman, eru- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dite and gracious. His humility underscores Wednesday, May 22, 2019 INTRODUCTION OF THE FILIPINO the fact he is simplistically, as he’s said, not VETERANS FAMILY REUNIFICA- Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to a man of many words, but he speaks the lan- TION ACT OF 2019 honor the life of Jimmie ‘‘JW’’ Aleshire, age guage of good food and wine. 73, who passed away on Thursday, November To say Cavey’s will be missed after it closes 1, 2018. on May 24th, is an understatement. We wish HON. ED CASE Jimmie was a proud veteran, serving his Steve, Kate, and the entire Cavey’s family well country in the U.S. Army 82nd Airborne Infan- wishes as they start this new chapter and OF HAWAII try. He was also a devout man of faith and thank them for being the hearth where the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was a member of St. Mary’s Church in Mineral community could gather and know there was Ridge, Ohio. Prior to retirement in 2011, always good food, good wine, and good fel- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Jimmie worked as a steel worker for RMI for lowship. Mr. CASE. Madam Speaker, today, with my 38 years, and was a former 6S coordinator colleague, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, I rise to intro- and continuous improvement facilitator at RTI f duce the Filipino Veterans Family Reunifica- International Metals, Inc. RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND tion Act. I also welcome the companion Jimmie was also a fighter in more ways SERVICE OF JOEL JEAN version of this bill introduced today in the U.S. than one. He was a 36-year melanoma cancer COURREGES, SR. Senate by Senator HIRONO of Hawai’i and survivor, volunteered his time with the Niles’ Senator MURKOWSKI of Alaska. Relay for Life, and served on the Board of Di- rectors of Yellow Brick Place. He was also a HON. DEREK KILMER This bipartisan, bicameral legislation would great union man, a part of Local No. 2155, OF WASHINGTON exempt immigrant visa applications of children and served on school committees for both St. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Filipino World War II veterans from existing Rose and John F. Kennedy Warren Schools. caps and allow them to gain green cards on Wednesday, May 22, 2019 A family man, Jimmie was a beloved grand- processing and approval of their applications, father and coach. He was a track coach at St. Mr. KILMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today which are still carefully vetted in line with ex- Rose and a softball coach for JFK and to honor the legacy of Joel Jean Courreges, isting immigration standards. This bill will not Seaborn Elementary, while being instrumental Sr., a decorated veteran and Kitsap County only assist these veterans in their senior years in developing the ball fields at JFK Warren. community member, who passed away on but also provide a fitting recognition of their Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Joyce May 10, 2019. critical service in the War. (Veltre) Aleshire, whom he married October Joel was born in France on March 15, 1950. In 1941, more than 250,000 Filipino soldiers 22, 1966; his children, Alise (Jason) Kent of He attended Roosevelt High School in Seattle responded to President Roosevelt’s call-to- Warren, Christian M. Aleshire of Alliance, and and immediately enlisted in the Marines after arms in the Philippines and elsewhere and Justin (Crystal) Aleshire of Mineral Ridge; his graduation. Through his decorated career of fought for the U.S. during World War II. Many grandchildren, Isabella and Michael Kent, military service, Joel attained the rank of Ser- of these brave individuals returned from the Ryan, Noah, and Lucas Aleshire; his geant and served two tours as a mortarman in War only to be denied many of the benefits granddog, Furious, and many nieces. Phu Bai and Danang, where he was wounded. promised for their service, and they have Jimmie was a great friend of mine and was Returning home from Vietnam, he married spent decades fighting recognition of their a one of my earliest supporters. He knew bet- Kandace K. Hove and had two children, Joel service. Many such veterans became proud ter than most the power of collective action to Jr. and Danielle. In 1973, he met his current U.S. citizens, though today there are only a improve the lives of working-class people. wife, Carol, and they were married, expanding few thousand Filipino veterans still alive and Jimmie will be missed. his family to include Deanna and Tami. After his time in the military, Joel continued living in the U.S. f In October 2017, Congress finally awarded to seek ways to serve his community and con- HONORING THE LEGACY OF the Filipino veterans of World War II the Con- tribute to its growth and vitality. He spent thir- CAVEY’S gressional Gold Medal to honor their service ty-six years as a truck operator before retiring to our country, but we must do more as we in 2006. Not long after his retirement, Joel be- promised. These Filipino American veterans HON. JOHN B. LARSON came a service officer for the Bremerton chap- ter of Disabled American Veterans, eventually long sought to gain entry and citizenship for OF CONNECTICUT taking on the role of Commander. their children, yet our immigrant visa backlog IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Through his work with Disabled American has forced family members to wait up to dec- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 ades and thus effectively prevented these Veterans, Joel served his community diligently aging veterans from reuniting with their fami- Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Madam by outreaching, connecting, and supporting lies. Speaker, I rise today to honor the legacy of veterans across Kitsap County. His work Cavey’s a restaurant located in Manchester, earned praise and numerous accolades during In 2016, the U.S. Citizenship and Immigra- Connecticut. his tenure, including a Golden Tennis Shoe tion Services created the Filipino World War II Cavey’s has been a mainstay on Connecti- award from Senator PATTY MURRAY. Veterans Parole Program, a temporary admin- cut’s restaurant scene since it opened in 1933, In addition to his work with Disabled Amer- istrative fix that allows these veterans to re- during the Great Depression. ican Veterans, Joel also served on the Kitsap quest parole for their children or siblings. For 85 years the Cavagnaro family has cre- County Veterans Advisory Board, helping Under this policy, they can live in the U.S. ated a welcoming environment with delicious shape the County’s efforts in supporting its pending processing of their permanent resi- food and great friendship. many veterans who call our region home. dent applications, which may still take years if As a frequent visitor of Cavey’s, Steve Madam Speaker, Joel set an example for all not decades. However, as these veterans near Cavagnaro, the current owner and chef, and of us who strive to serve and better our com- the end of their lives, they deserve the cer- his wife Kate, have become dear friends. His munities. Even in the face of increasing health tainty of a non-revocable permanent solution. grandmother, Florence, originally opened the hardship, Joel maintained a steadfast commit- This bill would grant them that. restaurant, and Steve has continued to serve ment to working on behalf of veterans and we In this Asian Pacific American Heritage her famous ravioli. are better off because of his great work. Month and in further recognition of the selfless Over the years, the Cavagnaro family has I am honored to recognize Joel Jean service and contributions of Filipino veterans created a Manchester institution, where I met Courreges, Sr.’s great life and legacy of serv- of World War II to our country, I urge my col- a cast of characters, starting with Steve’s fa- ice and send my very best to his family, leagues to join us in supporting and passing ther, Stephen Cavagnaro Senior, and ranging friends, and the staff of the Bremerton chapter this bill. from people like Raymond F. ‘‘Sonny’’ of Disabled American Veterans.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22MY8.004 E22MYPT1 E654 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 22, 2019 CONGRATULATING THE JOHNSON IN MEMORY OF RONNIE YOUNG RECOGNIZING MR. MICHAEL S. FAMILY ON RECEIVING THE MONAGHAN LEOPOLD CONSERVATION AWARD HON. JOE WILSON HON. MIKE BOST OF SOUTH CAROLINA OF ILLINOIS HON. DUSTY JOHNSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF SOUTH DAKOTA Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Wednesday, May 22, 2019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BOST. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam recognize Mr. Michael S. Monaghan in honor Mr. JOHNSON of South Dakota. Madam Speaker, Ronnie Young was a model public of his retirement as executive director of the Il- Speaker, today I rise to highlight the Johnson servant who genuinely loved the people he linois Community College Trustees Associa- farm in Frankfort, South Dakota as the recent represented. I was fortunate to work with him tion. Mr. Monaghan has been a crucial mem- recipients of the state’s Leopold Conservation firsthand as Chairman of the Aiken County ber in the education community for over 45 Award. Council, where he uniquely ran countywide years, spearheading the movement to reform fairly serving every community. Each year as Alan and Mickie Johnson, with their son the community college system in Illinois while County Council Chairman and later, State Brian and his wife Jamie, farm 1,800 acres of transforming thousands of lives along the way. House member, one of my highlights in public As a leader, teacher, and mentor, Mr. cropland and 500 acres of grassland in Spink service was to be a guest of Ronnie in Christ- Monaghan has been an instrumental part of County. mas parades where he never had a shortage enhancing the educational experiences of Using various techniques and technologies, of candy to share. You could see the mutual young adults and professors across the state the Johnsons intend to leave the landscape in love and affection between him and his con- of Illinois. While serving as director of the better shape than they received it. Working stituents. Roxanne and I would like to extend Community College Trustees Association, he with Natural Resource Conservation Service, our deepest sympathy to his wife Susan, fam- was able to successfully establish a state they have incorporated no-till farming practices ily, and innumerable friends. health insurance program for community col- and switched to a variable rate fertilizer sys- lege retirees, providing crucial benefits to tem. CLEARWATER, SC—Funeral Services for Mr. countless employees. Using farm bill programs such as EQIP, Ronald ‘‘Ronnie’’ Young, 71, of Clearwater, Madam Speaker, please join me in honoring CRP and CSP, the Johnson family has dem- SC, who entered into rest May 19, 2019, will be conducted Friday morning at 11 o’clock Mr. Michael S. Monaghan and commend him onstrated that you can do the right thing for from the Christian Heritage Congregational for his impeccable work for the people of Illi- the environment while remaining productive Holiness Church. Bishop Phillip Napier and nois. I wish him the best in his retirement. and economical. Pastor Stephen Phillips officiating. f As this body debates solutions to environ- Mr. Young was a native of Aiken County, mental challenges, we should reflect on the having made the Valley Community his life- CONGRATULATING LEADERSHIP accomplishments of those hard-working indi- long residence. He was a member of the ARKANSAS’ XIII GRADUATING viduals who achieve conservation on the Sweetwater Church of God, attended CLASS ground. Leavelle McCampbell School and graduated I commend the Johnson Family on their from Langley-Bath-Clearwater High School HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN achievement as stewards of the land as they and was a former HR Manager with the Graniteville Company. Mr. Young enjoyed a OF ARKANSAS raise nutritious food that many of us take for long career of public service including the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES granted every day. following responsibilities, currently a Full- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 time Legislator as a member of the South f Carolina House of Representatives for Dis- Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I ex- trict 84 serving on the Education and Public tend my sincere congratulations to a new crop RECOGNIZING STOP THE BLEED Works Committee and the Rules Committee; of emerging leaders from the Natural State. DAY a member of the Aiken County Council, Val- Leadership Arkansas is a unique program ley Public Authority, Aiken County School grounded in the belief that real progress is Board, Three Rivers Solid Waste Authority, HON. MIKE THOMPSON Three Rivers Solid Waste Technology Cen- achieved by bringing a diverse set of interests OF CALIFORNIA ter, U.S. Selective Service Board and the and backgrounds together. First introduced in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lower Savannah River Council of Govern- 2005 by the Arkansas State Chamber of Com- ments. He was a member of several civic and merce and Associated Industries of Arkansas, Wednesday, May 22, 2019 governmental organizations including the Leadership Arkansas recruits highly-motivated Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam Graniteville Exchange Club, Aiken Rotary individuals to experience first-hand the dy- Speaker, I rise to recognize today as Stop the Club, Midland Valley Lion’s Club, Midland namic interactions between cities, industries, Bleed Day. For four years, the American Col- Valley Chamber of Commerce, the Has Been governmental units and the people they serve. lege of Surgeons Committee on Trauma has Club and the South Carolina Association of Counties. All whom he befriended enjoyed The fifty-eight members of Leadership Ar- been leading the way on training folks in our his well-known culinary skills. kansas’ XIII graduating class are all respected communities about how to safely stop trau- Survivors include his wife of 48 years, and committed leaders within their commu- matic bleeding. Susan Napier Young; a sister, Patricia Boyd, nities and professions. I was honored to host a Stop the Bleed Warrenville; two brothers-in-law, Paul This year’s graduating class includes: training here on Capitol Hill where we trained (Lucy) Felberg, North Augusta and Bishop Ashten Adamston, Dina Bates, Dan Beranek, almost 100 people on how to save the lives of Phillip (Sonya) Napier, Modoc; a sister-in- Len Blaylock III, Darrell Boggs, Jordan Bur- others and themselves. Because of this train- law, Mary Young, Graniteville; several gess, Col. Thomas Crimmins, Chip Culpepper, ing, these folks are equipped and empowered nieces and nephews. Mr. Young was pre- Hollie Cummings, Kerrie Diaz, Chase Dugger, to assist someone before a trained medical deceased by a daughter, Tabatha Young, par- Bailey Faulkner, Rebekah Fincher, William professional can take over. ents, Norris and Earlene Renew Young and a Fletcher, Kristin Kirk, Pody Gay, Lisa brother, Terry Young. Whether as a result of a gunshot, traffic ac- Gazaway, Katherine Gentry, Anna Beth cident, or other injury, traumatic bleeding can Honorary Pallbearers will be members of Gorman, Chris Gosnell, Michael Goswami, the South Carolina General Assembly and be life threatening. Like with CPR training, the the Has Been Club. Active Pallbearers will be Adrienne Griffis, Jordan Hale, Burt Hicks, Mi- hope is that the training will never be put into Joel Randall, John Caleb Napier, Leighton chael Hoggard, Kendra Jones, David Kelley, use. However, should a tragedy occur, those McLendon, Tommy McElveen, Roger Boyd, Kelsey Kelton, Chris Knollmeyer, Victoria who have taken the Stop the Bleed training Bubba Baker and Ray Taylor. Lamb, Laura Landreaux, Sarah Lane, Margot just might save a life. The family will receive friends at the Lemaster, Gregg Long, Jason McGehee, Jim I hope all of my colleagues here today will Christian Heritage Congregational Holiness McGill, Vanessa Moody, Jaime G. Moss, Bob join me in recognizing Stop the Bleed Day, Church Thursday evening from 6 until 8. Mouser, Keegan Nichols, Jason Orlicek, Mere- commending the American College of Sur- The family expresses deep appreciation to dith Pettigrew, Mindy Pipkin, Dawn Prasifka, geons, and think about hosting training ses- Tommy McElveen and Joel Randall for their Gregg Ratliff, Matt Rickford, Jeanne Roepcke, sions in their communities. loving care of Mr. Young. Reggie Rose, Payton Smith, Bill Solleder,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K22MY8.005 E22MYPT1 May 22, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E655 Luke Story, Nacole Sweeney, Hilary Trudell, to make their educational and career dreams REMEMBERING FATHER ANGELO Kevin Weldon, Lawren Wilcox, Temeka Wil- a reality. CASERTA liams, Emily Wood, and Amiee York. These individuals have worked diligently f HON. WARREN DAVIDSON over the past nine months to enhance the OF OHIO PERSONAL EXPLANATION economic outlook of our great state. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES They join the dynamic group of Leadership Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Arkansas’ alumni, more than 600 strong, who have gone on to accept roles of great respon- HON. MICHAEL R. TURNER Mr. DAVIDSON of Ohio. Madam Speaker, I sibility in the private and public sectors. I con- OF OHIO rise today to honor the life of a great man. gratulate them on their achievement and am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Born in Piqua, Ohio, Father Angelo Caserta, excited to see how they shape the future of was the oldest active priest in the Archdiocese Wednesday, May 22, 2019 the state of Arkansas and our great country. of Cincinnati. He peacefully passed away last f Mr. TURNER. Madam Speaker, on May 17, week. 2019 I was unable to vote due to my daugh- Those who knew Father Caserta recall his GI BILL ACCESS TO CAREER ter’s graduation. Had I been present, I would talent for people, his comforting words, and CREDENTIALS ACT have voted NAY on Roll Call No. 215; YEA on his love for our community. Roll Call No. 216; and NAY on Roll Call No. When asked about the secret to his lon- HON. GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO 217. gevity, Father Caserta said, ‘‘My secret is the good Lord. The Lord gets all the credit. I’m the SABLAN only classmate surviving in my class. Not OF THE NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS f many average that milestone. It’s a celebration IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT of God’s goodness. How He could choose Wednesday, May 22, 2019 OF TERRY NORWOOD someone like me and take care of me for 70 Mr. SABLAN. Madam Speaker, today, I in- years while doing His work in the priesthood.’’ troduce the GI Bill Access to Career Creden- While I did not know Father Caserta person- tials Act, which would allow Department of HON. TRENT KELLY ally, I know of his deeds by those who did, Veterans Affairs (VA) educational assistance OF MISSISSIPPI and the love he had for our community. Madam Speaker, I honor Father Caserta’s to cover the cost of approved preparatory IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES courses for professional license and certifi- life of service, and extend my condolences to cation exams. By covering these courses Wednesday, May 22, 2019 those who knew him. under the GI Bill, veterans and their eligible Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, f family members will have better access to the I rise today to celebrate the retirement of Terry IN RECOGNITION OF TWO RIVER support they need to enter in-demand careers Norwood from the Mississippi Farm Bureau THEATER AND JOAN AND ROB- in health care, teaching, technology and other Federation (MFBF). ERT RECHNITZ fields that may require government licenses Mr. Norwood, a native of Union County, and certifications. To ensure quality and ac- Mississippi, was born on December 27, 1951. countability, courses eligible for reimburse- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. He was raised on a dairy and cotton farm in OF NEW JERSEY ment must be approved beforehand by their Rockyford, Mississippi now known as Etta, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES State Approving Agency based on current re- Mississippi. It was here that Mr. Norwood’s Wednesday, May 22, 2019 quirements in law. love for agriculture sparked. In 1969, Mr. Nor- For the past 75 years, the VA estimates the wood graduated from West Union High School Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, it is my GI Bill has helped more than 25 million vet- and attended Northeast Mississippi Junior Col- pleasure to recognize Two River Theater on erans and their families nationwide including lege. After his two years at Northeast, Mr. its 25th Anniversary and join its leadership, the Marianas achieve their educational and Norwood earned his Bachelor of Science in staff and Board of Trustees in honoring its career goals. During this time, Congress ex- Agriculture Education and Agriculture Engi- founders, Joan and Robert Rechnitz. panded the GI Bill to cover non-tuition ex- neering from Mississippi State University. Mr. Founded in 1994 by Joan and Robert (Bob) penses such as college admissions test fees, Norwood subsequently earned a Masters De- Rechnitz, Two River Theater continues to admissions test preparatory courses and exam gree in Agriculture and Extension Education. bring art, culture and vitality to the greater Red fees for licenses and certifications. While the Bank community. Two River Theater is a pre- more than 5,700 GI Bill students across the On June 1, 1993, Mr. Norwood joined the mier regional theater, providing an outstanding country over the last year and half used their Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation as a educational and recreational resource for the license and certification exam fees reimburse- Fieldman and Regional Manager. He re- greater Monmouth County area. Its efforts to ment benefit according to the VA, courses de- mained faithful in his commitment to MFBF for introduce theater to a broader audience and signed to help them pass these tests, such as 26 years. Under his leadership, there has represent the diversity of the communities it a $400 nurse licensing exam course offered been 5 Achievement Award winners, 5 Discus- serves are commendable. Two River Theater by Northern Marianas College, are not reim- sion Meet winners, 2 Excellent in Ag winners, remains dedicated to fostering new work and bursable. Not all students pass these exams and 3 Farm Women of the Year winners. imaginative interpretations of classics, sup- on their first attempt which is why the GI Bill Leadership is often measured by what that in- porting the creative expressions of many lead- must be updated so VA educational assist- dividual achieves but a true leader is meas- ing artists. Its commitment to promoting the ance covers both preparatory courses and re- ured by what his subordinates achieve. The arts has contributed to the thriving cultural imbursement of test fees for licenses and cer- amount of awards people received under his landscape of the community. tifications. leadership speaks volumes of the man and Joan and Bob’s commitment to the arts and Around 20 to 30 percent of graduating sen- leader Mr. Norwood is. humanities extends beyond Two River The- iors each year enter the military according to In March of 1977, Mr. Norwood married his ater. The Joan and Robert Rechnitz Hall at the Marianas Public School System. When better half, Debbie McNabb Norwood and Monmouth University promotes arts exhibitions these future veterans transition to civilian life, have spent 43 years happily married. Together and education and Bob continues to serve on the GI Bill benefits they earned should help they have three kids, Franklin, Dr. Allison, and the Board of Trustees of the Philadelphia Or- prepare them to succeed in an economy in- Jacob. Mr. and Mrs. Norwood own and oper- chestra, among many other philanthropic en- creasingly reliant on technical skills which ate Rockyford Farms and Rockford Sorghum deavors. In addition to promoting arts appre- often requires paying for various tests, profes- Mill, where they have produced sweet sor- ciation and advancement, Joan and Bob are sional licenses, and other credentials. The ghum syrup called ‘‘Moonlite Gold’’ for 39 stalwart advocates of land preservation and gentleman from Indiana, Mr. BANKS, is an years with no intentions of stopping anytime conservation efforts as well as health care fa- original cosponsor of the bill. I urge my col- soon. cilities and innovations, supporting the Mon- leagues to support this bipartisan legislation, Mr. Norwood has selflessly served his com- mouth Conservation Foundation, Monmouth endorsed by the Veterans of Foreign Wars, munity and state for years, and I wish him and Medical Center, Riverview Medical Center and which will help veterans and their eligible fam- his family many years of health and happi- many others. Their impact on the community ily members access the necessary credentials ness. is immeasurable.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22MY8.009 E22MYPT1 E656 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 22, 2019 Once again, I sincerely hope that my col- yer in New York, and two sons Jacob Koskoff 2011, representing the 91st House District of leagues will join me in recognizing the con- a screenwriter who collaborated with his father Virginia. His efforts in serving his community tributions and achievements of Joan and Rob- on the feature film ‘‘Marshall,’’ a rendering of on many levels has placed him as the quin- ert Rechnitz and congratulating Two River a criminal trial Justice Thurgood Marshall han- tessential servant leader in the eyes of folks Theater on its 25th Anniversary. The theater dled as an attorney in 1941. His other son, through Virginia. His love of his country, Com- enriches the quality of life of Monmouth Coun- Joshua, is a partner in Michael’s firm who just monwealth and community shines through in ty and brings new visitors and artistic diversity last month prevailed in a groundbreaking case everything that he says and does. His commu- to the community. against the gun manufacturer Remington nity loves Gordon and he loves them back. f Arms—a case that was brought by the families Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in of the victims of the 2012 Sandy Hook school recognition of Delegate Helsel’s retirement IN MEMORY OF MICHAEL shooting. from the Virginia General Assembly. Words KOSKOFF, ESQUIRE Madam Speaker, Michael Koskoff brought to alone cannot express our gratitude for his life- life the promise of American ideals of fairness long service to not only his community but to HON. JOE COURTNEY and justice for ‘‘the little guy.’’ With all of his his country as well. May God bless Gordon OF CONNECTICUT success though, he never ‘‘put on airs’’ with Helsel and his family as he enters his retire- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people he met. He was generous with his time ment. Wednesday, May 22, 2019 and support for his colleagues in the legal pro- fession, the arts, and political causes devoted f Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, I rise to to a better community and nation. His pres- honor the life and deeds of Michael Koskoff, ence will be sorely missed by those who had PERSONAL EXPLANATION Esquire, a champion for civil and criminal jus- the privilege to know him, including myself. tice who passed away on April 24, 2019. Mi- However, it is safe to say his memory will chael resided in the state of Connecticut, never be forgotten. HON. KATIE PORTER where his law practice achieved the highest I would ask the House to please join me in OF CALIFORNIA level of success for his clients in courtrooms extending deepest condolences to Michael’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all across America, because his intelligence, wife Rosalind and his family for their loss. creativity, and high ethical and moral stand- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 f ards. Ms. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I was un- Michael was a unique attorney. His family IN RECOGNITION OF THE HONOR- able to be present for votes on Monday, May has been part of the trial bar over multiple ABLE GORDON HELSEL’S RE- 20, 2019 due to a delayed flight. Had I been generations, but also he was the scion of a TIREMENT FROM THE VIRGINIA present, I would have voted ‘‘YES’’ on roll call family of stage performers. Some were actors, HOUSE OF DELEGATES votes 218 and 219. singers and musicians. His father, Theodore, was both his law partner and an accomplished HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN f cellist. ‘‘We’re show people,’’ Michael once ex- OF VIRGINIA PERSONAL EXPLANATION plained. He won record settlements in Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES necticut negligence and malpractice cases by coupling skills he had acquired in training to Wednesday, May 22, 2019 be a Shakespearean actor with a lifelong an- Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise HON. BILL HUIZENGA tagonism toward corporate greed. He also pio- today in recognition of The Honorable Gordon OF MICHIGAN neered the use of vivid courtroom videos de- Helsel’s retirement from the Virginia House of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES livered in a documentary format. Delegates. His extensive history as a military Wednesday, May 22, 2019 For example, in 1979, Mr. Koskoff per- serviceman and a public servant exemplify his suaded a jury in Danbury, CT, to award his cli- selflessness and dedication to our great na- Mr. HUIZENGA. Madam Speaker, I rise ent $1.8 million in a wrongful-death case— tion. today regarding missed votes due to my Connecticut’s first verdict of more than $1 mil- In 1967, Gordon Helsel was drafted into the daughter’s graduation from High School. Had lion in such a suit. In 1999, jurors awarded United States Army and was deployed to Viet- I been present for roll call vote number 218, $27 million for what he had demonstrated was nam as an infantry soldier. Ten months into on the Motion to Suspend the Rules and a bungled heart operation at Yale-New Haven his tour of duty, Gordon was ambushed by Pass, as Amended H.R. 1952, the Intercountry Hospital, which left a 29-year-old man perma- North Vietnamese soldiers and sustained mul- Adoption Information Act, I would have voted nently blind and brain-damaged. At the time, it tiple injuries while returning fire on the enemy ‘‘yea.’’ Had I been present for roll call vote was the biggest personal injury verdict in the position. Gordon’s injuries would require him number 219, on the Motion to Suspend the state’s history. In a medical malpractice case to spend five months in recovery and rightfully Rules and agree on H. Res. 106, Denouncing that became the subject of a book, Damages: earned him two Purple Hearts and the Bronze female genital mutilation/cutting as a violation One Family’s Legal Struggles in the World of Star. Gordon has been a steadfast advocate of the human rights of women and girls and Medicine by Barry Werth, a couple rep- for veterans and a tireless supporter of our ac- urging the international community and the resented by Mr. Koskoff settled for $6.25 mil- tive duty military members and families. The Federal Government to increase efforts to lion in the early 1990s nine years after their Vietnam veterans’ community has benefitted eliminate the harmful practice, I would have baby, who had severe cerebral palsy and de- tremendously from Gordon’s efforts and advo- voted ‘‘yea.’’ Had I been present for roll call velopmental disabilities, was born at Norwalk cacy and has an unshakable bond with him vote number 220, On Ordering the Previous Hospital in Connecticut. (The child’s twin and his family. Question on H. Res. 389, Providing for consid- brother had been stillborn there). In his book, Since his military service, Gordon has pur- eration of the bill (H.R. 1500) Consumers First Mr. Werth described Mr. Koskoff’s courtroom sued his dream of owning a business, pur- Act, providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. techniques as ‘‘raw theater.’’ ‘‘Koskoff liked to chasing the York Box and Barrel Manufac- 1994) Setting Every Community Up for Retire- depend on his own ‘visceral and instinctive re- turing Company, Inc., which supplies con- ment Enhancement Act, and providing for pro- ality’ of what was happening in a courtroom— tainers for the region’s seafood industry. He ceedings during the period from May 24, was a witness nervous? arrogant? appealing? has helped many a seafood dealer and water- 2019, through May 31, 2019, and for other unappealing?—to decide how best to keep the man throughout Tidewater Virginia. Anyone in purposes, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Had I drama fresh,’’ Mr. Werth wrote. ‘‘He also liked the seafood processing or harvesting business been present for roll call vote number 221, On to keep the other side’s experts off balance by has come across Gordon and his fantastic Agreeing to the Resolution on H. Res. 389, not letting them know what to expect of him. products. Consumers of seafood also greatly Providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. If he met them, he might like them, and that appreciate the preservation of quality that his 1500) Consumers First Act, providing for con- would dull his attack.’’ products have provided to seafood lovers. sideration of the bill (H.R. 1994) Setting Every Madam Speaker, in addition to his success- His service would continue at the local level Community Up for Retirement Enhancement ful practice, Michael had a rich family life. He where he served as city council member, Vice Act, and providing for proceedings during the married Rosalind Jacobs in 1963 and had four Mayor, Mayor, and Chief of Poquoson’s Vol- period from May 24, 2019, through May 31, children—two daughters, Sarah Koskoff, an unteer Fire Company. Gordon would eventu- 2019, and for other purposes, I would have actress and screen writer, Juliet Koskoff a law- ally be elected to the House of Delegates in voted ‘‘nay.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22MY8.014 E22MYPT1 May 22, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E657 HONORING THE LIFE OF JON tient’s own immune system attacking their Veteran who served as a construction equip- DOUGLAS STEWART motor nerves, leading to compromised mobility ment mechanic in the United States Army. and reduced quality of life. Rogelio was awarded the Asiatic Pacific Cam- HON. DOUG COLLINS Patients are frequently treated with intra- paign Medal with Three Bronze Stars and the OF GEORGIA venous immune globulin (IVIG), a plasma-de- Philippines Liberation Medal with One Bronze IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rived medicine that can significantly improve Star as well as many other awards for his health outcomes for these vulnerable patient service. He was also an active member of the Wednesday, May 22, 2019 populations. Given the mobility challenges as- American Legion, served as a member on the Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, sociated with CIDP and MMN, treatment in the advisory board of La Piedad Cemetery, and I rise today to honor the remarkable life of Jon homes is the preferred site of care for many treasurer of Woodmen of the World. Douglas Stewart. patients. Rogelio left his legacy to his nephew Doug was born and raised in Chicopee, I call on my colleagues to join me in sup- Baldemar Guerrero, Sr., who in turn left it to Georgia, and graduated from Gainesville High porting this important legislation by becoming his son Baldemar Guerrero, Jr. The Guerrero School before earning his Bachelor of Arts de- a cosponsor. The establishment of a home in- family’s determination and hard work has left gree from Emory University. He later grad- fusion option for patients with CIDP and MMN a lasting impact on South . Most cus- uated from Emory School of Law and was ad- will help promote therapy adherence, enhance tomers have visited frequently for years to mitted to the State Bar of Georgia in 1962. quality of life and promote positive health out- enjoy coffee, baked goods, comfort food, Doug practiced in both state and federal comes for beneficiaries with CIDP and MMN. among many others delicious meals and courts throughout Georgia, and in 1968, he f treats. This, along with the top of the line cus- began working at the Gainesville-based law tomer service provided by its loyal staff, have firm, Stewart, Melvin & Frost, where he was a RECOGNIZING WORLD WAR I made Rex Cafe´ & Bakery a pillar of our com- loyal partner for 50 years. As partner and sen- VETERANS FROM COVINGTON, OH munity. ior litigator, Doug handled litigation ranging Madam Speaker, it is my honor to represent from commercial contract disputes to domestic HON. WARREN DAVIDSON the hard-working individuals of Rex Cafe´ & relations cases and everything in between. OF OHIO Bakery and its founder, Rogelio Guerrero. Doug was known as a steadfast leader and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Their success is a shining example of what mentor in our community, serving in many ca- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 the 15th District of Texas has to offer. pacities and dedicating his career to teaching and investing in the next generation of law- Mr. DAVIDSON of Ohio. Madam Speaker, I f yers. From 1981 to 1982, Doug served as rise to honor the contributions and sacrifices President of the State Bar of Georgia. He then of brave World War I soldiers from Covington, IN HONOR OF GABE LIPMAN spent the next decade sitting on the Georgia Ohio, and its surrounding areas. Bar Foundation’s Board of Trustees, serving These soldiers fought with the U.S. Army’s HON. JOE COURTNEY as both President and Vice President between 148th Infantry Regiment, 37th Buckeye Divi- OF CONNECTICUT 1983 and 1993. Towards the end of his tenure sion. In October of 1918, they fought in the as President, Doug was honored with one of muddy fields of Belgium in the great battle of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the State Bar’s highest accolades—the Distin- Ypres. Wednesday, May 22, 2019 Topping their trenches, the 37th faced a guished service Award—in recognition of his Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, I rise service, professionalism, and integrity. Just hailstorm of bullets, bombs and poisonous gas. Undeterred, they pressed the attack, pen- today to honor the career of Gabe Lipman of last year, Doug was honored with the Thomas Norwich, Connecticut. For 35 years, Gabe has O. Marshall Professionalism Award—the State etrating enemy lines. These brave soldiers gained their objective and forced their foe into dedicated herself to the education of our Bar’s highest honor. state’s children as an art teacher in the Nor- As an active member of Gainesville First a headlong retreat. At least nine servicemen wich Public School District. Thanks to her, United Methodist Church, Doug took great joy from the Covington area were killed or died in generations of students have learned the in mentoring young leaders through teaching military service during the war, including: value of art in our lives and discovered their Sunday school classes and serving as Chair- Orville Bazill, J. Lowell Boyer, Albert B. Cole, own creative talents. man of the Administrative Board. He lived out Lloyd W. Cornor, Oscar P. Kindell, Edward S. Throughout her professional life Gabe has his passion for music by singing in the church Knight, Arlie Carl Nicholas, Roscoe Rogers, worked to improve the circumstances of oth- choir and participating in local theatre and mu- and Fred Siler. ers. While that work was rooted in the class- sical productions. At least fifteen more were wounded, most of room, it was by no means confined to it. Em- Jon Douglas Stewart leaves behind an hon- whom served with the U.S. Army’s 148th In- powering her fellow teachers through late- orable legacy of integrity, leadership, and fantry Regiment. Madam Speaker, we must night contract negotiations, serving as a con- service. He will be greatly missed by many, never forget the sacrifices of those who have tributing member of the Norwich Arts Center, but he will always be remembered for his in- gone before us. I rise today to honor these and volunteering in the community have been credible impact on countless lives across Hall brave Ohioans, and to commemorate the a central part of her career. After a lifelong County and beyond. newly erected World War I Monument in High- land Cemetery in Covington. commitment to a single course, it is worth re- f flecting on the value of this undertaking. f RECOGNIZING THE MONTH OF MAY Art and education, taken together, are a vir- AS GBS/CIDP AWARENESS HONORING REX CAFE´ AND tuous combination that elevate our children. BAKERY Using this combination with her dynamic and HON. EARL BLUMENAUER engaging teaching style, Gabe has steadily OF OREGON HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ enlarged the cultural opportunities for her stu- dents. Every one of us has had a teacher that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has had a profound impact on our life’s direc- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 tion. For all the students who were lucky Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, I rise Wednesday, May 22, 2019 enough to be in her classroom, Gabe was one today to recognize the month of May as GBS/ Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas. Madam Speaker, of those teachers. The ripples Gabe has cast CIDP Awareness Month 2019 and ask my col- I rise today to recognize the Rex Cafe´ & Bak- across the community will never be completely leagues to join me in supporting the CIDP and ery in McAllen, Texas, and all of its distin- comprehended. But I can assure you this, they MMN communities through cosponsoring the guished employees. Rex Cafe´ & Bakery was are extensive and will continue moving out- Medicare IVIG Access Enhancement Act. founded by Rogelio Guerrero over 70 years wards for years and decades to come bringing The bill Act would provide much-needed as- ago in 1947, and I could not be happier to exuberance and brilliance wherever they land. sistance to Medicare patients suffering from have such a talented group of individuals cre- Colleagues, I ask you to please join me in two rare diseases, Chronic Inflammatory ate jobs in the Rio Grande Valley. extending your gratitude to Ms. Lipman for her Demyelinating Polyneuropathy (CIDP) and Rogelio was born in Camargo, Tamaulipas, commitment to our nation’s youth. I thank Multifocal Motor Neuropathy (MMN). These Mexico, on February 3, 1908, and moved to Gabe for her 35 years of service, and wish her debilitating conditions are the result of a pa- McAllen in 1918. Rogelio was a World War II best of luck in the next endeavor.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:22 May 23, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A22MY8.019 E22MYPT1 E658 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 22, 2019 IN RECOGNITION OF LIBERTY ELE- IN HONOR OF PENNY CHAUVETTE 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- MENTARY SCHOOL’S 100TH ANNI- tem for a computerized schedule of all VERSARY HON. CHRIS PAPPAS meetings and hearings of Senate com- OF NEW HAMPSHIRE mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- HON. RICHARD E. NEAL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tees, and committees of conference. OF MASSACHUSETTS Wednesday, May 22, 2019 This title requires all such committees IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Digest—designated by the Rules Com- Wednesday, May 22, 2019 to recognize Penny Chauvette, who is being honored as the Greater Manchester/Nashua mittee—of the time, place and purpose Mr. NEAL. Madam Speaker, I would like to Board of Realtors (GMNBR) Realtor of the of the meetings, when scheduled and take this opportunity to recognize and con- Year for 2019. A valued member of GMNBR any cancellations or changes in the gratulate Liberty Elementary School in Spring- for 31 years, Penny has served her commu- meetings as they occur. field, Massachusetts on the occasion of its nity with distinction, treating both her col- 100th anniversary. This milestone is a testa- leagues and clients with the utmost respect, As an additional procedure along ment to the school’s faculty, staff, and stu- professionalism, and positivity. with the computerization of this infor- dents who have not only undoubtedly shaped The Greater Manchester/Nashua Board of mation, the Office of the Senate Daily the community of Springfield and beyond for Realtors (GMNBR) is a local not-for-profit or- Digest will prepare this information for decades, but continue to do so every day. ganization dedicated to promoting excellence printing in the Extensions of Remarks in the real estate profession by supporting its Liberty Elementary School first opened its section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD doors to young students in Springfield in No- members through education, community in- volvement, civic duty, pride of professionalism on Monday and Wednesday of each vember 1918. It has now been nearly a full week. century since that day, and the city has been and advocacy. Over the past 31 years, she better for it ever since. For generations, Lib- has been instrumental in helping the board Meetings scheduled for Thursday, erty School’s teachers and administrators achieve its critical goal. She has served as a May 23, 2019 may be found in the Daily have dedicated themselves to the education of leader at the Board in several ways, sitting on Digest of today’s RECORD. near countless children. These young individ- the Budget and Finance Committee and serv- uals have of course gone on to great things in ing as the Chair of the Education Committee. MEETINGS SCHEDULED their own right. As a former history teacher in During 2018 alone, Penny made sure that her Springfield myself, and current lecturer at the Committee provided over 46 free continuing education credits for the GMNBR membership. MAY 24 University of Massachusetts Amherst, I know She takes immense pride in serving her com- 9:30 a.m. firsthand the value of a good education. Our munity with dignity and respect while inspiring Commission on Security and Cooperation country’s next leaders, thinkers, movers and others to do the same. Penny is proud to al- in Europe shakers depend on it. As the great Benjamin ways wear her realtor pin and highlight her To receive a briefing with the House Franklin once said, ‘‘An investment in knowl- most valuable characteristic: her unwavering Committee on Financial Services on edge pays the best interest.’’ Liberty Elemen- and steadfast commitment to ethical behavior. trade-based money laundering. tary School certainly exemplifies this wisdom. On behalf of my constituents in New Hamp- RHOB–2360 The school’s multifaceted curriculum and pas- shire’s First Congressional District, I want to MAY 29 sion for learning sets students up for future thank Penny for her decades of dedication to success in college, in their careers, and in our community. I congratulate her again on their life. 9 a.m. this well-deserved honor, and I thank her for Commission on Security and Cooperation Once again, Madam Speaker, I would like to all that she does to make our state such a in Europe offer my sincere well-wishes to the Liberty Ele- wonderful place to learn, live, and grow. To receive a briefing with the House mentary School community as they celebrate f Committee on Financial Services on 100 years since the school first opened. Lib- curbing corruption through corporate erty School has truly been essential to the fab- SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS transparency and collaboration, focus- ric of Springfield for generations and will be for Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, ing on the British model. generations to come. agreed to by the Senate of February 4, RHOB–2128

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