June 26, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1089 But not of Presidential Glory or cheese- as Brooksy Babe always took center stage! sured the physical security needs of Members burgers hey! For Mr. Clutch, of Congress. His position required him to Because, long before there was Mr. President for Brooksy was of such a ballplayer . . . maintain a Top Secret SSBI Clearance. Clinton, ‘‘Bill’’. . . yea! The mission of the U.S. Capitol Police is to Brooks so owned that center stage! As he made Earl Weaver a true believer, ‘‘protect the Congress, its legislative proc- Brooks Robbing Some, and get down on his knees here and thank The Man With The Golden HEART and God for Brooks and pray! esses, Members, employees, visitors, and fa- GLOVE Here’s to you Mr. Robinson, cilities from crime, disruption, or terrorism.’’ Who history has so made! and what to Baltimore you so gave! Because of the selflessness and dedication of Because upon these fields of green . . . And Oh that dynamic duo, Officer Adams and the Capitol Police, Mem- no greater third baseman has so been seen! that other Robinson who so who ‘‘O’’, bers of Congress are able to have peace of With his soft hands and cannon arm to win who were like Batman and Robin all the mind while fulfilling our constitutional respon- the day! rage! sibilities. We owe so much to the officers of As he so took command on each and every And Brooks, in baseball you stood at the this special force who devote their lives to pro- play! very top, When, charging the bunt . . . as ‘‘O’’ miles apart from all the others . . . tecting those who make the laws of our great he was always on the hunt for that put out yup! nation as well as those who work in and visit or double play! But the greatest thing about you Brooks, the magnificent halls and grounds of our Cap- With that bare hand grab, is your heart of kindness for others would itol. as was his to have all in perfection’s way! not stop!! Officer Adams’s service to his country is but An when all was so said and done, For you always so find the time, a small testament of the high caliber of char- his arm was so equipped with a golden to us all so remind of your greatest part! acter that he embodies. He is passionate, gun... And that kindness in the game of life, Of the caliber from which he could throw la- dedicated and highly efficient and adheres to is where it all so starts, is but surely the the highest standards of moral values. Officer sers from! greatest play in any ball park! And Brooksy Babe could even throw out Su- Yea number 5, in the game of baseball . . . Adams regards his mission on Earth as being perman, this one! you will forever stay alive until the end of a provider and protector—two roles I have wit- Even impressing James Bond and making days! nessed him perform admirably throughout his Chuck say, For you were The Very Best, professional and personal life. ‘‘go to war Miss Murphy’’ On each and every and nothing less they will say! On a personal note, I would like to thank Of- day! As you so showed us all The Oriole Way, ficer Adams not only for his distinguished And with his reactions so all in time, all in your time! it was but a crime the way Brooks so stole service, but also for his friendship and guid- ‘‘Yea Brooks like a vacuum cleaner you ance. It gave me great peace of mind to know all those hits away! sucked all of those balls up for outs Making it look so very easy’’ too WAY . . . each day! that I could call on Officer Adams, day or WAY’’. . . WAY!’’! And you were such a thief beyound belief in night, in Washington or at home in Georgia, And bringing them to their knee’s each and every way! and he would go to great lengths to assist me everyday! Who but on fields of green, in whatever I needed. Because no matter who the batter, robbing some on each and every day!! Officer Adams has certainly excelled in all they’d all come back to the dugout in a lath- Now here’s to you Mr. Robinson, er cursing his name they! areas of his life, but none of this would be and what to this game of Baseball and Balti- Brooks Robinson . . . the latter! possible without the love and support of his more you so gave! And this Man, wife and his family. And that’s why in The Hall of Fame as The who in The Hall of Fame now so stands . . . Mr. Speaker, today I ask my colleagues in Greatest whose ever played! was also equipped with a bat of such power the United States Congress to join me in ex- to make em pay! f tending our sincerest appreciation and best As it all so began on those fields of green, IN RECOGNITION OF CAPITOL PO- wishes to Officer Shafton T. Adams upon the a catch with Mom and Dad had they . . . occasion of his retirement from a stellar career And then on that first opening day! LICE OFFICER SHAFTON T. As that dream to play he so made! ADAMS of thirty years with the United States Capitol As a child, Police. as he so wished the while! HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. f To make it to The Big Leagues one day! OF GEORGIA With that great Brooksy smile! GEORGE WASHINGTON’S BIRTHDAY From Little Leagues to High School ball . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES And some college calls and wants you to Thursday, June 26, 2014 HON. FRANK R. WOLF play... Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise OF VIRGINIA Until, that fateful draft day . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and now your out on your way! today to pay tribute to a great friend and out- To The Big Leagues, To The Pro’s . . . standing public servant, Officer Shafton T. Thursday, June 26, 2014 something that few of us will ever know! Adams, of the United States Capitol Police, for Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, as you know, I Until, finally then you get that one golden his distinguished service to Congress and the have introduced legislation to reestablish the chance, United States of America. On June 30, 2014, public holiday for George Washington’s Birth- to so advance on your first opening day! Officer Adams will be retiring from the U.S. But, for most of us these dreams die hard day from the third Monday of February to the they say! Capitol Police after thirty outstanding years of actual date of Washington’s birth on February So surely now, service. 22. I have long admired President Washington no one can so claim no doubt! Officer Adams, a Washington, D.C. native, and have found inspiration in public service No greater Third Baseman has ever come our attended Southeastern University and the Uni- from studying his life. Few know that his first way! versity of the District of Columbia. He began political office was representing Winchester, As Brooksy Babe made it to the ‘‘O’’s! his duty assignments as a Capitol Police Offi- Virginia, in the Virginia House of Burgesses. I For in all of those boys of summer, cer in 1984. Throughout his career, he re- am proud to say Winchester is in the 10th no other man with such golden hands and ceived numerous honors, including a Certifi- glove here . . . Congressional District of Virginia. and kind heart has so played! cate of Merit and a Life Saving Award. He has Earlier this month I spoke to the third grade With all his basic instincts, earned certifications in advanced specialized classes at Waterford Elementary School in history Brooks Robinson so made! fields including Hostage Negotiations, Fire- Loudoun County. When I brought my effort to Like a vacuum cleaner, arms Instructor and Armorer, Hazardous Mate- move the holiday back to President Washing- to batters no one was any meaner stealing rials Technician, CPR Instructor and Field ton’s actual birthday the children cheered. all of those hits away! Training Officer. Then their teachers asked what their students And Oh that arm which did such harm, In 2004, Officer Adams began working as a could do help get the legislation passed. that would even make Superman alarmed! Physical Security Specialist. In this capacity, I want to enter into the RECORD a resolution As ‘‘Aint the beer cold’’ as Chuck would say! And as a Batter he was just as Phatter . . . he researched, maintained and educated staff drafted and signed by all the students in the Hitting tatters and for average as he gath- on all facets of physical security and equip- class that says that George Washington’s ered everyday! ment. He created vulnerability assessment re- Birthday should be observed on February 22, As he was Mr MVP, ports for Members of Congress and rec- rather than the third Monday in February each during the season and The World Series . . . ommended risk mitigation. In doing so, he en- year. The complete resolution reads:

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RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF CONGRESSMAN official observance of George Washington’s support for him as he was unanimously WOLF’S BILL TO MAKE FEBRUARY 22 THE OF- Birthday on February 22, the actual date of elected as president of the Constitutional FICIAL HOLIDAY OF GEORGE WASHINGTON’S his birth 282 years ago. We at Mount Vernon Convention and to two terms as our new na- BIRTHDAY enthusiastically support this important leg- tion’s first president. As you know, the We are gathered today in third grade at islative effort! unanimous election of a President of the Waterford Elementary School, in historic As you are well aware, the Mount Vernon United States has never occurred since. Waterford within the County of Loudoun, in Ladies’ Association was created to save A true celebration of Washington’s birth- the Commonwealth of Virginia, to affirm George Washington’s home from potential day would encourage Americans to reflect on Congressman Wolf’s proposed bill to honor ruin and maintain this priceless landmark the distinguishing qualities of his leadership. George Washington, and for the good of the American people. We have For example, Washington was willing to sac- We have learned of Congressman Wolf’s worked tirelessly for more than 150 years to rifice the life he loved at Mount Vernon time initiative to celebrate the significance of keep Washington’s extraordinary legacy and time again when he was called to serve President Washington’s birth to the birth of alive, and we accomplish this solely through his country. Perhaps more than anyone in our nation, honoring his unparalleled role in private donations—we do not accept any gov- American history, he understood and valued American History; instilling in the American ernment funds. Just last year, we opened the patriotic duty. people a deeper desire to learn more about Fred W. Smith National Library for the Another admirable trait was his willing- this great man: Study of George Washington which offers a ness to give up power. In a time when great Whereas, as General and Commander in remarkable new platform to expand our leaders were marked by their ability to gain Chief of the Continental Army, Washington scholarship and educational outreach for and keep as much power as possible, George led the Patriots to victory in the Revolu- visitors both on the estate and online. We Washington willingly stepped down as the tionary War. Absent this, the United States strongly believe that a true patriotic cele- Commander in Chief of the Continental may have never been born, and bration of Washington’s birthday would help Army as well as after his second term as Whereas, following his dreams of a free and return George Washington to a place of president. He could have been elected again democratic country, Washington refused to prominence in our national consciousness—a and again, but his peaceful transition of become a king and refused to serve more goal for which we have been striving for power demonstrated that democracy really than two terms as president. He pioneered many years. worked and established a new definition of the qualities of our government that helped Today several states, the media, adver- power. He truly believed in the concept of to establish clear roles of its leaders by es- tisers, and the general public have aban- liberty where the power rested with the peo- tablishing a system of checks and balances, doned recognition of Washington’s birthday ple. What an important lesson even for the and and replaced it with a commercial ‘‘shopping leaders of today! Whereas, Washington’s efforts and actions holiday’’ that leaves American history, he- The celebration of George Washington’s led to the design and construction of our roes, and patriotism by the side of the road. Birthday on February 22 will help return the capital city. Washington, himself, laid the The holiday was far more meaningful when Father of Our Country to his position as cornerstone of our U.S. Capitol, and it revolved around George Washington and ‘‘First in War, First in Peace, and First in Whereas, our first and one of the greatest schools and families focused on Washington’s the Hearts of his Countrymen,’’ as Light- presidents, was president of the Continental sterling example of character and leadership. Horse Harry Lee said so many years ago. Congress, a key author of the Constitution, Americans should learn from example and George Washington’s sterling example of and an instrumental force in uniting the celebrate and appreciate our heroes. Our character and leadership provides the oppor- thirteen colonies, and Founding Fathers and subsequent leaders tunity to refresh and inspire our country as Whereas, Washington was the ONLY presi- were surely clear on this point. President we face formidable challenges both at home dent unanimously nominated for that office John F. Kennedy stated, ‘‘History is the and abroad. by the electoral college for both his first and means by which a nation establishes its Thank you again for your efforts in intro- second terms, and sense of identity and purpose.’’ President ducing H.R. 681. The Mount Vernon Ladies’ Whereas, Washington, a man of incredible Harry Truman emphasized this point as well Association stands behind you in this patri- vision, freed his own slaves in his will, fore- when he said, ‘‘The only thing new in the otic pursuit. shadowing an identical outcome nation-wide world is the history you don’t know.’’ Sincerely, on September 22, 1862, and Restoring the official celebration of Wash- CURTIS G. VIEBRANZ, Whereas, George Washington, the father of ington’s birthday would be a great place to President. start. We look forward to the day when, once country, is admired and honored by all who My legislation is not without precedent. In know the significance of his contributions. again, February 22 is marked by patriotic Now, therefore, be it resolved to pass H.R. festivities and lessons about George Wash- 1975, Congress amended the Uniform Mon- 681: to amend title 5, United States Code, to ington which can teach and inspire American day Holiday Act and President Gerald R. Ford provide that Washington’s Birthday be ob- leaders of today and tomorrow. signed legislation into law returning the annual served on February 22, rather than the third As our nation’s foremost founding father, observance of Veterans Day from the fourth Monday of February of each year. Washington is relevant to each new genera- Monday in November to its original date of Be it further resolved to tell Congressman tion because his prominent character November 11, beginning in 1978. The restora- Wolf how much his inspiration, wisdom, de- traits—undaunted courage, unabashed patri- tion of the observance of Veterans Day to No- termination, and unfailing support for hon- otism, reasoned judgment, a profound sense oring George Washington means to us; and of civic responsibility, and a deep, selfless vember 11 not only preserves the historical how grateful we are or his service. commitment to country—never go out of significance of the date, but helps focus atten- Respectfully Submitted: Riley E. White, style. Educating the children of America tion on the important purpose of Veterans Day Paige E. Wenham, Clay Ash, Kierstin G. about the life and leadership of George Wash- as a celebration to honor America’s veterans Culp, Reggie Norton, Matt Chmielewski, ington is an important investment in the fu- for their patriotism, love of country, and willing- Jackson Allgood, Aiden Akers, Kevin Beach, ture of our nation. ness to serve and sacrifice for the common Ava Fahrner, Luke Jenkins, Connor Thur- Your efforts are particularly important be- good. ston, Joseph T. Ravese, Barrett Ralston, cause as noted author and keynote speaker Haley Oliver, Maxwell Twyford, Ava Mumaw, at our Library’s opening ceremonies David There is a reason the birthday of President Charlotte Fiorentino, Emma Vest, Lily McCullough has said many times, we are George Washington is the only legal federal Kelly, Cole Gormont, Claire Thurston, Ian T. ‘‘raising a generation of historically illit- holiday observed for a president of the United Watson, Susan H. Verdin Teacher, Stephanie erate children.’’ Surveys and focus groups States. He is called the ‘‘father of our country’’ R. Wang, Wynn Drenning, Blake Earles, validate this problem and show that most because he is without compare in our nation’s Luke Malonis, Henry E. Dinger, Cash Croft, Americans recognize the face of Washington history. Washington’s Birthday has been cele- Grace Gavlinski, Madeline Shea, Collin on their dollar bills, but they don’t know brated since the final days of the Revolu- Price, Anthony Alfaro, Corey Schaeffer, and much about him. This is a real cause for con- tionary War. French and American troops pa- Evelyn B. Hale Teacher, cern about the future of our nation It is our The third graders at Waterford Elementary duty and privilege to teach today’s young raded through Newport, Rhode Island, in 1781 aren’t alone in their support of H.R. 681. people about George Washington’s leadership and celebrations were held in Richmond, Vir- Two-time Pulitzer Prize winning history au- with the hope that they will follow in his ginia, in 1782. Organized by French General thor David McCullough, Washington histo- footsteps. Enactment of your legislation Rochambeau and others who knew him per- rian Ron Chernow, historians Peter would go a long way toward emphasizing the sonally, these celebrations drew special atten- Henriques and Richard Bookhiser and schol- importance of remembering the Father of tion to the bravery, courage, leadership and ar and history professor Gordon Wood also Our Country. perseverance of the Revolutionary War hero. We are inspired in countless ways by support the bill, as does George Washing- From the beginning of our country, the impor- ton’s Mount Vernon Estate. On June 2, 2014, George Washington’s example as the indis- I received the following letter from Curt pensable man. He served as Commander in tance of this day has been recognized. As Viebranz, the president of Mount Vernon: Chief of the Continental Army through the President James Buchanan said in 1860, DEAR CONGRESSMAN WOLF: Thank you for eight long years of the War of Independence. ‘‘. . . when the birthday of Washington shall introducing H.R. 681 to restore the nation’s The people then showed their overwhelming be forgotten, liberty will have perished from

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James is sur- Sadly, the celebration of President Washing- f vived by his second wife, Barbara Finlayson- ton’s unparalleled role in American history has Pitts and his three daughters from a previous TRIBUTE TO JAMES PITTS been lost and I believe Congress has unwit- marriage, Linda Lee, Christie Hoffman, and tingly contributed to this lack of historical un- Beckie St. George as well as his former wife, derstanding by relegating Washington’s birth- HON. KEN CALVERT Nancy, six grandchildren and their families. I day to the third Monday in February to take OF CALIFORNIA extend my condolences to James’ family and advantage of a three-day weekend. It is time IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES friends; although James may be gone, the to change the focus of the holiday from cele- Thursday, June 26, 2014 light and goodness he brought to the world re- brating sales at the mall to celebrating the sig- Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to main and will never be forgotten. nificance of President Washington’s birth and honor and pay tribute to James Pitts, who f the birth of our nation. I urge the House to passed away on Thursday, June 19, 2014. As take up this bill and pass it. THE INTRODUCTION OF THE DIS- one of the key researchers in understanding TRICT OF COLUMBIA COURTS f the dangers and repercussions of air pollution, AND PUBLIC DEFENDER SERVICE his contribution to the state of California, and RECOGNIZING THE DISTINGUISHED VOLUNTARY SEPARATION INCEN- the world, will not be forgotten. James will be CAREER AND RETIREMENT OF TIVE PAYMENTS ACT truly missed, as a dynamic and passionate ad- DEMETRIS A. SAMPSON vocate, educator, mentor and friend. Six months after James was born in Salt HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Lake City on January 10, 1921 to Ester and OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OF TEXAS James N. Pitts, the family moved to Los Ange- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES les. It was not until James’ studies in high Thursday, June 26, 2014 Thursday, June 26, 2014 school at Manual Arts High School that he Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today, I intro- found his passion for chemistry. He took this duce the District of Columbia Courts and Pub- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. enthusiasm for science to the University of Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to Mrs. lic Defender Service Voluntary Separation In- California, Los Angeles, where he graduated centive Payments Act. The bill would make a DeMetris Sampson as she retires after 25 with a bachelor’s in chemistry in 1945 and a years of illustrious service from the Dallas- minor change to the authorities of the District doctorate in chemistry in 1949. Following his of Columbia Courts (D.C. Courts) and the based law firm, Linebarger Goggan Blair & graduation, James’ passion for teaching began Public Defender Service for the District of Co- Sampson, LLP. Ms. Sampson was the first Af- to take shape. In 1954, James began as a lumbia (PDS), placing these entities in the rican-American woman named as partner at founding professor at the University of Cali- same position as their federal counterparts for the firm, and she epitomizes the characteris- fornia, Riverside, focusing his research on fun- more effective management and operation. tics of a true servant-leader. It is often said damental photochemistry. James led the ef- that the best way to find yourself is to lose This bill would give the D.C. Courts and forts to establish the Statewide Air Pollution PDS authority to offer voluntary separation in- yourself in service to others. I dare to say that Research Center at the University of Cali- centive payments, or buyouts to their employ- DeMetris has found herself twice over. fornia, Riverside and served successfully as ees. Buyouts would allow the D.C. Courts and DeMetris Sampson has provided out- its director for eighteen years. standing community service throughout the James began his air pollution research in PDS to respond to their future administrative City of Dallas. She has displayed a constant the 1950s during a time when the nature and and budget needs. The sequester and other commitment to serving those whose life she dangers of smog were still unknown. Through budgetary pressures are a factor in the need has impacted through varied activities—from James’ findings, he was able to influence to offer employees who are eligible for retire- serving as president of the J.L. Turner Legal groundbreaking Southern California air policy ment the incentive to retire. The D.C. Courts Association and the Dallas Association of and clean air regulations that drastically im- and PDS would like the flexibility to extend Black Women Attorneys. She has been in- proved the state’s environmental health, and such offers to their employees. In particular, volved extensively with programs, such as the health of California residents. The re- many of the jobs that the D.C. Courts are try- Emerging Young Leaders and the Susan G. search carried out by his team provided much ing to fill require specialized skill sets and Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. of the scientific basis of California’s forward- buyout authority would help to make the ad- DeMetris Sampson is not only a leader; she thinking policies and regulations which have ministration and operations of the court more is a person of incredible intellect who pos- been widely adopted both nationally and inter- effective and efficient. The U.S. Government Accountability Office sesses the ability to build alliances with people nationally. Throughout his tenure, James also (GAO) has held that voluntary separation in- and groups from diverse backgrounds and managed to find time to co-author nearly four centive payments may be made only where varying interests. She is a lifetime member of hundred scientific works, and became such an statutorily authorized. While federal agencies the National Association for the Advancement authority in the scientific world that he was and federal courts have the statutory authority of Colored People, Alpha Kappa Alpha Soror- constantly visited by scientists, politicians and to offer buyouts, PDS and the D.C. Courts ity, Inc. and the Trinity Chapter of Links, Inc. international leaders from around the globe. have not been expressly permitted to provide No matter the organization or affiliation, integ- His extensive work in this field earned him nu- these types of payments to their employees. rity has always been the central element of merous accolades from the United States PDS and the D.C. Courts seek the same Ms. Sampson’s work. She can always be Congress, the California State Assembly, the buyout authority in order to manage their counted on to do what is right. She is a cham- South Coast Air Quality Management District, workforce as budget conditions and needs pion of justice and offers a resounding voice the State Air Resources Board, and the Coali- for those who cannot speak for themselves. change. tion for Clean Air. I urge my colleagues to support this impor- Ms. Sampson has received numerous awards James Pitts was an energetic advocate who tant legislation. for her dedicated service, including the 2012 made a true difference in the state of Cali- Legacy of Service Foundation Award. fornia and through his efforts, he ultimately im- f Mr. Speaker, I can say with great pride that pacted the world for the better. As an educator MARYLAND 6TH DISTRICT COUNTY the City of Dallas is a better place because of at both University of California, Riverside and TEACHERS OF THE YEAR the dedicated and selfless service of DeMetris University of California, Irvine, his enthusiasm A. Sampson. Her unprecedented community for chemistry was contagious. James instilled HON. JOHN K. DELANEY involvement will impact the City of Dallas for many of his students with an unrelenting de- OF MARYLAND years to come. I want to extend a personal sire to improve the environment and prepared IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thank you, and a thank you on behalf of the these future generations of scientists to better wonderful people of the great City of Dallas. the world for many years to come. Thursday, June 26, 2014 Thank you DeMetris for your outstanding ex- James will always be remembered for his Mr. DELANEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ample. As you retire, you deserve to reflect incredible work ethic, generosity, contributions recognize and honor the following Teachers

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