950 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 157, Pt. 1 January 26, 2011 compassionate service, the VMH was recently multiple myeloma. As an example, research- TRIBUTE TO BRANDON BATES awarded the 2010 Summit Award by the Press ers at City of Hope are developing a trans- Ganey Association, recognizing it as one of plant based gene therapy for AIDS-related HON. TOM LATHAM the best emergency rooms in the nation. cancers that may be able to treat both the OF IOWA cancer and the HIV infection. The Summit Award is given every year to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one hospital in the country that has consist- Today, City of Hope has one of the largest ently demonstrated a high level of patient sat- and most successful bone marrow transplant Wednesday, January 26, 2011 isfaction. Since 2007, Press Ganey has sent programs in the country. It is because of their Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- out thousands of surveys to patients who have dedicated physicians, nurses, and researchers nize the achievement of Brandon Bates, a Boy received care in an emergency room. These who have helped transplantation evolve from Scout from Winterset, Iowa, who recently re- surveys are then collected, and the informa- an investigational procedure into a lifesaving ceived the Eagle Scout Award. I commend tion in each is used to rank the hospitals ac- treatment for people here and around the Brandon on his perseverance and dedication cording to the level of satisfaction its patients world. to improving his community. reported. In each consecutive quarter for the Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Brandon, who is the son of Jerry and Rox- last three years, VMH has scored in the top today in recognizing City of Hope for reaching anne Bates, first joined the Boy Scout organi- five percent of hospitals nationwide and pa- their 10,000th bone marrow transplant and zation as a Tiger Scout at age 7. He went on tient visits have increased by 15 percent . providing hope to so many cancer patients— to become a Cub Scout and then a Boy I commend the staff of Veterans Memorial and their loved ones—worldwide. Scout. Throughout his years in scouting, Bran- Hospital for their hard work in promoting su- f don has worked hard to earn many merit perb care and a positive patient experience. It IN RECOGNITION OF TROY D. badges and awards, all of which involve per- is this dedication to serving patients that we FREEMAN sonal betterment and community service. As a hope to see in hospitals around the country. I Cub Scout, he earned the ‘‘Arrow of Light,’’ urge my colleagues in the United States Con- which is the highest award that a Cub Scout gress to join me in congratulating Veterans HON. JOHN GARAMENDI can earn. As a Boy Scout, Brandon has OF CALIFORNIA Memorial Hospital for their achievement. I earned the World Conservation Award, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wish them the best of luck in the future. Leave No Trace patch, and now the Eagle f Wednesday, January 26, 2011 Scout Award. Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today The Eagle Scout Award is the highest HONORING CITY OF HOPE in honor of Police Corporal Troy D. Freeman, award that a Boy Scout can receive. In order who is retiring after 28 years of law enforce- to be eligible for this award, a Boy Scout must HON. JUDY CHU ment service—26 years of service to the City earn a minimum of 21 merit badges. Brandon OF CALIFORNIA of Fairfield and three years with the San Fran- has currently earned 40. Only 2% of Boy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cisco State University Department of Public Scouts nationwide receive this honorable re- Wednesday, January 26, 2011 Safety. As his colleagues, friends and family ward, and it is looked upon with distinction in gather together to celebrate the next chapter the military, in many colleges and in the busi- Ms. CHU. Mr. Speaker, today I pay tribute of his life, I ask all of my colleagues to join me ness world. to City of Hope for reaching a milestone in saluting this outstanding public servant and I know that my colleagues in the United achievement, as its doctors performed their defender of peace and safety. States Congress will join me in commending 10,000th bone marrow transplant, on January Troy began his law enforcement career as a Brandon Bates for his achievement. It is an 13, 2011. City of Hope is one of the first bio- Police Officer with the San Francisco State honor to serve as his representative, and I medical research institutions in the world to University Department of Public Safety. He wish him luck in the future. reach this milestone. They give people battling was then hired as a Police Officer with the f diseases like leukemia, lymphoma and Fairfield Police Department on March 5, 1984. myeloma with a second chance at life. As an officer, he worked in various capacities HONORING MCKAY HATCH’S NO City of Hope is a biomedical research, treat- including Patrol, K–9, Firearms Instruction, CUSSING EFFORTS ment and education center located in my dis- and Field Training. He joined the Special Ac- trict, the 32nd California Congressional district. tivity Felon Enforcement (SAFE) Team in HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF Since its founding in 1913, City of Hope has 1991, earned the Police Officer of the Year OF CALIFORNIA achieved numerous scientific breakthroughs award in 2005, and was promoted to Police IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and pioneered many lifesaving procedures Corporal on August 19, 2005. Wednesday, January 26, 2011 that benefit patients worldwide. It is one of One of Troy’s most significant contributions only 40 comprehensive cancer centers, the to the Police Department was his involvement Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker it is with great highest designation bestowed by the National with the K–9 Unit. He was a K–9 handler from pleasure that I rise today to honor McKay Cancer Institute. 1989–2001 with two very special dogs, Cito Hatch, founder of The No Cussing Club. This institution is a pioneer in the field of and Brend, and continued to train and lead the During middle school, McKay grew tired of bone marrow transplantation. In the nearly 35 K–9 program even after his dogs retired. He the constant stream of obscene and cruel lan- years since City of Hope physicians performed was responsible for developing, coordinating, guage from his peers that lowered their self- one of the nation’s first successful bone mar- conducting, and documenting all of the training esteem. He courageously asked his class- row transplants, the institution has helped for the K–9 Unit. He also managed the asset mates to not cuss around him. His peers ac- transplantation evolve into a gold standard seizure records and researched updates in cepted the challenge and stopped cussing and treatment for several diseases. law and training methods. Troy was instru- thanked him for his leadership efforts. Bone marrow or stem cell transplants typi- mental to the success of the Police Depart- Encouraged by his peers’ support for his ef- cally include intensive high-dose chemo- ment’s K–9 program. forts, McKay founded the No Cussing Club at therapy and radiation, followed by weeks or Troy was a valued employee and leader of South Pasadena Middle School. Club mem- even months of recovery in the hospital. The the Fairfield Police Department. His commit- bers take the No Cussing Challenge, which is return on these hundreds of hours of treat- ment to the community was unwavering. He a commitment to use better language. The ment is the possibility of a renewed life cured was a loyal representative of the law enforce- commitment not only improves their lives but of the disease. ment community and admired amongst his also the world around them by using empow- City of Hope scientists continue to make peers for his hard work, dedication and posi- ering, instead of deflating, language. Through transplants safer and more effective, and help tive work ethic. the club motto of ‘‘Leave People Better Than extend the length and quality of patients’ lives. Mr. Speaker, I am truly honored to pay trib- You Found Them,’’ members seek out oppor- New transplant procedures are improving cure ute to this dedicated public servant. I ask all tunities to lift people up through their words rates, extending the procedure to older pa- of my colleagues to join with me in wishing and actions. tients and expanding the use of transplants to Troy D. Freeman continued success and hap- In high school, McKay formed a No Cussing diseases beyond leukemia, lymphoma and piness in all of his future endeavors. Club during his freshman year and it soon had

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In Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to so—Pueblo is the home of four Medal of 2008, the city of South Pasadena declared the recognize the achievement of Jordanne Blair Honor recipients. Cofounders Drew Dix, a first week of March and all subsequent first of Lake City, Iowa. Jordanne, who was Vietnam veteran and Medal of Honor winner, weeks of March as No Cussing Week. In crowned Miss Rodeo Iowa 2010, recently rep- and Dr. Adolph Padula, who produced a docu- 2009, the Los Angeles County Board of Su- resented Iowa in the Miss Rodeo America mentary on Medal of Honor recipients, saw pervisors adopted a similar proclamation and pageant in Las Vegas, Nevada. CAV as an opportunity to ensure that Amer- in 2010 the California legislature adopted a Jordanne is the daughter of Lee and Joanne ican citizens do not forget what makes our na- resolution declaring the first week of March to Blair and is a 2009 graduate of South Dakota tion unique and exceptional. Both men also be No Cussing Week. The local and state- State University. She has been passionate note that CAV honors heroes from all seg- wide No Cussing Weeks serve as a reminder about competing in rodeos for many years, ments of society. For instance, the organiza- to both public officials and private citizens to and has inspired that same passion in others tion stresses remembrance of those who have be more civil toward one another and to ele- as Miss Rodeo Iowa 2010. In that role, she taken economic risks when starting a new vate the level of discourse in both public and was successful in establishing the annual Ex- business. Regardless of their background, private life. ceptional Rodeo in Lake City for handicapped risk-takers continue to propel our country for- McKay now travels regularly to spread his individuals. ward. message of using clean and respectful lan- On December 4, 2010, Jordanne attended Currently, The Center for American Values guage that is uplifting, encouraging, and moti- the Miss Rodeo America pageant in Las is directed by Tom Allee, with support from its vating to students all over the country. He has Vegas as the candidate from Iowa. Competing corporate officers Brad Padula and Drew Dix, recently expanded his efforts to encourage an in the pageant were 28 women from around and board members Sue Smith and Bob Root. end to bullying, which includes reducing the the country, and Jordanne was selected to be CAV is lined with over 140 pictures of Medal use of negative and discouraging language. one of the ten semi-finalists. Although it was of Honor recipients and the building that the I ask all Members to join me in honoring the her close friend Haley McKenzie of South Da- organization occupies has been fully ren- inspiring work of McKay Hatch. kota who took the title of Miss Rodeo America ovated from its previous crumbling state. 2011, Jordanne had an exciting experience at Through community outreach, educational op- f the competition. portunities, and frequent conferences and partnerships with charitable organizations, the LEAVE OF ABSENCE On January 1, 2011, Jordanne was suc- ceeded by Heidi Gansen of Zwingle, Iowa, CAV will continue to carry out its mission who is currently Miss Rodeo Iowa 2011. How- statement for years to come. Ultimately, CAV HON. JOHN F. TIERNEY ever, Jordanne has no plans to retire from the hopes to influence societal values on a na- OF MASSACHUSETTS rodeo scene. She will advise Heidi in her new tional stage. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES role, continue to promote the Exceptional stand here today to recognize The Center for Rodeo and the Lake City Rodeo, serve on the Wednesday, January 26, 2011 American Values. Their commitment to the Miss Rodeo Iowa Board, and resume competi- public good and preservation of fundamental Mr. TIERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I submit the fol- tive barrel racing. Jordanne also plans to pur- lowing. American ideals is a great service to the citi- sue a career in marketing or broadcast jour- zens of Pueblo and the nation at large. Hon. NANCY PELOSI, nalism. Democratic Leader, U.S. Capitol, I commend Jordanne for her devotion to her f Washington, DC. passion, her community and her state. I know DEAR MADAM LEADER: I agree to take a PERSONAL EXPLANATION leave of absence from the House Permanent my colleagues in the United States Congress Select Committee on Intelligence (HPSCI) will join me in congratulating and thanking her HON. DANNY K. DAVIS with the understanding that I can be re- for the work she has done as Miss Rodeo OF ILLINOIS appointed in the 113th Congress. Iowa 2010. It is an honor to represent her in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Serving on the HPSCI has been a privilege, Congress, and I wish her the best of luck in Wednesday, January 26, 2011 and I have appreciated the opportunity it the future. has afforded me to ensure that appropriate Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I was un- f oversight is conducted over our intelligence able to cast votes on the following legislative and national security programs. Like you, I CENTER FOR AMERICAN VALUES measure. If I were present for roll call votes, believe rigorous congressional oversight is TRIBUTE I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ for the following critical to the successful implementation of such programs and helps reassure our con- vote: rollcall No. 12, January 18, 2011: On stituents that their hard-earned tax dollars HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as are being well-spent. OF COLORADO Amended: H.R. 292, Stop the Over Printing As you know, I am currently serving as a (STOP) Act. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member of the House Committees on Edu- f cation and the Workforce and Oversight and Wednesday, January 26, 2011 MARY WATT TRIBUTE Government Reform. As such, and in light of Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the new Republican Majority’s decision to reduce the number of members on standing recognize The Center for American Values (CAV) based in Pueblo, Colorado. They re- HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON committees in the House, I agree that it is OF COLORADO appropriate at this time to take a leave of cently opened their doors with a mission to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES absence from the HPSCI with the under- preserve fundamental American ideals includ- standing that I can be reappointed in the ing honor, integrity and patriotism. The organi- Wednesday, January 26, 2011 next Congress. zation is committed to ensuring that the values Mr. TIPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to I thank you for the courtesy you have ex- this nation was founded on are passed down recognize Mary Watt of Montrose, Colorado. tended to me, and I look forward to con- to future generations. She has an exemplary record of public service tinuing our work together on addressing the important challenges confronting the Amer- The Center for American Values launch late to her community and has given countless ican people. last year was inspired by a few devoted indi- hours of service to her hometown. Sincerely, viduals who seek to recognize citizens who Mary began her remarkable career in public JOHN F. TIERNEY, have taken great risks in the name of pro- service in 1973, starting as an executive as- Member of Congress. tecting America’s freedom. CAV’s mission sistant to the city manager of Montrose. In

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