May 19, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1015 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

THE COURTS THWART THE EPA’S doing nothing at all and shutting down an CONGRATULATING THE MEN’S POWER GRAB industry. The governing case (Lead Indus- VOLLEYBALL TEAM OF BYU tries Association v. EPA) gave the EPA this broad power because it was issued by the HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY D.C. Circuit five days before the Supreme HON. CHRIS CANNON OF OHIO Court’s benzene decision, and thus was unaf- OF UTAH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fected by the latter ruling. But it was only a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES matter of time before the EPA’s power would Wednesday, May 19, 1999 collide with the Supreme Court’s limita- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, many of us tions. Mr. CANNON. Mr. Speaker, on May 8, 1999 voiced serious concern when the U.S. Envi- For those subject to the EPA’s unchecked in Los Angeles, Brigham Young University ronmental Protection Agency approved strict authority, the day of reckoning came none won its first-ever NCAA men's volleyball title in new NAAQs standards affecting ozone and too soon. EPA issued these rules in July 1997 despite: their first-ever NCAA Tournament appearance. particulate matter levels. We warned that EPA They finished the season with a record of 30± was not basing the standards on good Its science advisory board’s admonition that the new ozone rule did not deal with 1, suffering their only loss to Long Beach science, and indeed questioned whether the any new significant risk not already ad- State whom they beat in the finals. Joining agency was running amok. This issue was of dressed by the rule it replaced. Penn State, BYU became the second non- particular importance in my home state of The board’s inability to identify any prop- California team to win the Championship. Ohio, which faced billions of dollars in compli- er level of fine particulate matter to regu- BYU men's volleyball program began NCAA ance costs with little prospect of any real ben- late. competition in 1990, headed by current coach efit to human health and the environment. In Universal recognition that extensive re- Carl McGown. Initially struggling through some a vindication, these rules have now been over- search was necessary to develop any imple- difficult seasons, they quickly rose to ardently menting regulations for particulate matter. turned by an appeals court. I commend the compete with traditionally strong California following Wall Street Journal article to the at- Unrebutted evidence that the ozone rule could cause more public health harm than teams. They deftly handled big name schools tention of my colleagues. good. like UCLA, USC, Pepperdine, and UCSB. THE COURTS THWART THE EPA’S POWER GRAB Unconstrained by any coherent principle, I congratulate the fine athletes, coaches, (By C. Boyden Gray and Alan Charles Raul) the rules were the ultimate example of legis- and trainers who comprise the BYU men's Last week a three-judge panel of the U.S. lative horse trading. The EPA declared that volleyball program. Their dedication, endur- Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia in order to defuse some political opposition, ance, and commitment are examples to all threw out the Environmental Protection it was going to exempt or favor its political who seek lofty, worthwhile goals. Agency’s sweeping ozone and particulate- allies, such as farmers, certain small busi- f matter rules. Citing a doctrine known as ness, and that section of the country (the ‘‘nondelegation,’’ the judges held that the Northeast) that provided political support CONGRATULATIONS TO THE MUSIC EPA was exercising too much power, effec- for the rules. ‘‘The new rules do not reflect DEPARTMENT OF OTTAWA the inescapable result of the available tively making rather than enforcing the law. TOWNSHIP HIGH SCHOOL The decision could have far-reaching impli- science, but simply the judgment of a polit- cations for all government rulemaking, but ical appointee,’’ said Rep. John Dingell (D., it should not have come as a shock. The Mich.), one of the principal architects of the HON. JERRY WELLER EPA’s usurpation of legislative power has Clean Air Act. OF ILLINOIS The D.C. Circuit’s decision to overturn provoked significant controversy in recent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years, and the only surprise is how long it these rules is not inherently took for the courts to bring it under control. antienvironmental. It leaves the EPA with Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Contrary to much prevailing opinion considerable power to decide how much envi- ronmental protection the country needs. The Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to among both journalists and lawyers, the offer congratulations to the Music Department nondelegation doctrine is not some arcane, court simply said the EPA is not omnipo- obscure and benighted legal relic of the pre- tent. Its power must be limited by ‘‘intel- of Ottawa Township High School of Ottawa, New Deal era. The doctrine has been alive ligible principles’’ that Congress incor- IL, for the remarkable achievement of winning and well, serving primarily as a canon of ju- porated into the Clean Air Act. The rep- the Illinois State Championship in Music com- dicial construction to save otherwise overly resentatives who face the voters’ music must petition for the third consecutive year. broad statutory grants or agency claims of call the agency’s tune. For nearly the past two decades, the Ottawa legislative authority from being held uncon- This decision does nothing to impair the Township High School Music Department has stitutional. EPA’s implementation of Congress’s explicit dominated the Illinois High School Association directives in the 1990 amendments to the The most important regulatory example of music competition by finishing in the top three the doctrine’s use was in the Supreme Clean Air Act, such as its recent auto and Court’s 1980 decision Industrial Union De- gasoline rules. The real question is whether places fourteen times and never lower than partment v. American Petroleum Institute, future policy will be set by Congress or the ninth place. On only four occasions in the his- which involved the Occupational Safety and unelected managers of the EPA. At present, tory of the music competition have schools Health Administration’s regulation of ben- EPA has presented no reason for going be- compiled more than 1,000 points. Two of zene. The court was faced with a claim that yond the provisions of the 1990 Clean Air Act these four 1,000-plus point finishes belong to OSHA has untrammeled discretion to choose Amendments, which the agency has not yet Ottawa Township High School. The Ottawa any regulatory policy in the spectrum be- fully implemented. EPA’s backdoor efforts Township High School Music Department also to regulate green-house gases will also come tween not regulating at all and imposing holds the State record for most points earned rules so stringent that they take an industry in for closer constitutional scrutiny. With- to the brink of economic ruin. The justices out express congressional authorization to in the Illinois High School Association Solo used the nondelegation doctrine essentially address ‘‘global warming,’’ the agency should and Ensemble contest. to rewrite the statute, limiting OSHA to reg- not be deciding for itself how to do so. Clearly, Ottawa Township High School of- ulation of ‘‘significant’’ risks. A decade The dissenting opinion in the D.C. Circuit fers its students and community many out- later, the D.C. Circuit, in the so-called decision closed with the observation that if standing music education opportunities. Cur- ‘‘lock-out, tag-out’’ decisions written by the states had difficulty implementing the rently, 270 students take advantage of these Judge Stephen Williams (who wrote last new EPA standards, they could go back to opportunities by participating in Concert Choir, Congress and ask for repeal. But this formu- week’s EPA decision as well), invoked the Treble Choir, Freshman Girls Choir, Sym- doctrine and the benzene decision to place lation turns the Constitution on its head. additional limits on OSHA. It’s not Congress’s job to review EPA initia- phonic Band, Jazz Choir, and Jazz Band. An accident of timing allowed the EPA to tives, but rather the EPA’s job to carry out Special congratulations must be offered to escape these constraints for nearly two dec- congressional initiatives. And it’s the courts’ Mr. Roger Amm, Vocal Music Director, and to ades and retain its license to choose between role to keep the other players honest. Ms. Sarah Reckmeyer, Director of Bands.

∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. E1016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 Their hard work, commitment, and leadership well as your District office staff members. Bob Gilbert won second place for a photo se- have undoubtedly played a major role in build- VETS offices are listed in the Blue Pages of ries of a heart transplant operation. David ing the statewide dominance of Ottawa Town- local telephone directories under the U.S. De- Trozzo won first place for general news photo ship High School's Music Department. partment of Labor. with a photo depicting a tribute to a shooting In closing, Mr. Speaker, I am proud and f victim. Christopher B. Corder won first place pleased to be able to offer to my colleagues for sports photo with a photo of a baseball in the U.S. House of Representatives the ex- CONGRATULATING THE ANNAP- play. ample of Ottawa Township High School as an OLIS (MD) CAPITAL FOR BEING John McNamara won second place for a educational institution where excellence in the NAMED ‘‘NEWSPAPER OF THE sports column, and Mary Grace Gallagher won fine arts is strongly encouraged. From its out- YEAR’’ first place for a medical/science story on a standing music program to its incredible, multi- heart transplant. She also captured second million-dollar collection of artwork on display HON. WAYNE T. GILCHREST place for business/economic news for a story throughout the school building to its vibrant 25 OF MARYLAND on choosing new employees. year old annual music festival, Ottawa Town- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The staff won first place for Page One de- ship High School provides its fortunate stu- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 sign for a Sunday Capital layout of a heart dents with an all too rare appreciation of the transplant patient. That award was shared by fine arts. Mr. GILCHREST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Scott and Loretta Haring, Denise Murray, Bob f to recognize one of Maryland's finest news- Gilbert, and Mary Grace Gallagher. Scott papers, the Annapolis Capital. The Capital Haring also won first place for feature/news REEMPLOYMENT RIGHTS OF OUR was recently named ``Newspaper of the Year'' page design for his layout of the Naval Acad- SELECTED RESERVISTS by the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Asso- emy graduation. ciation. This prestigious award goes to the Andra Baumgardt won second place for fea- HON. LANE EVANS newspaper which has received the most ture/news page design for her layout of an En- OF ILLINOIS awards for any newspaper in its category, and tertainment cover featuring the Annapolis IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this year, Mr. Speaker, the Capital was hon- Symphony Orchestra. And Denise Murray won ored with 22 separate awards for outstanding Wednesday, May 19, 1999 second place for information graphics/general work. for her graphic on Inner West Street. Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, the activation and Under the leadership of their executive edi- And finally, Mr. Speaker, The Capital was deployment of uniformed service members to tor, Edward D. Casey, the staff at the Capital awarded the first-ever ``Freedom of Informa- the Balkans area has generated numerous in- collected 21 awards for photos, articles, page tion Award'' by the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. quiries about the reemployment rights of mem- designs, and graphics published in 1998. Press Association. This award was given to bers of the National Guard and Reserves who These awards are given by their peers, Mr. the newspaper for its diligence and persist- are required to leave a position of employment Speaker, and the message this year was loud ence in seeking the truth. The Capital, with the to answer a call to duty. and clear: The Capital consistently delivers a leadership of Managing Editor Tom Marquardt, I hope the following explanation will provide quality product with outstanding coverage of has a long history of holding public officials all of my colleagues some basic information its community. accountable to the voters they represent, and on the law that provides these rights and guid- Among the award winners was Eric Smith, it's a tradition I respect. Newspapers have an ance on what a constituent who might contact the Capital's own talented editorial cartoonist. obligation to inform the public of the activities you concerning this issue can do to receive He won first place for an editorial cartoon of their public officials, and I'm glad the Cap- more information and assistance. which I am happy to report, Mr. Speaker, was ital takes its obligation seriously. The job entitlements of our citizen-soldiers not about me. Mr. Smith spent a day with me Mr. Speaker, I am proud to represent the are provided by the Uniformed Services Em- in Washington several years ago to find out great city of Annapolis in Congress, and I am ployment and Reemployment Rights Act what members of Congress do on a daily equally proud that my Congressional District is (USERRA) of 1994, at 38 U.S. Code, Section basis, and I'm happy to report, has not given served so well by an outstanding newspaper 4310±4333. The Veterans' Employment and up his day job yet. Mr. Smith also won second that has received overdue recognition from its Training Service (VETS) of the Department of place for a column he wrote. peers. I ask my colleagues to join me in con- Labor administers and enforces USERRA. David Brown won first place for spot news gratulating The Annapolis Capital on being USERRA provides that a person be prompt- for a story he wrote on a Navy flier from An- named the 1998 Newspaper of the Year by ly reemployed following completion of quali- napolis who was killed on an aircraft carrier. the Maryland-Delaware-D.C. Press Associa- fying military service. The position to which the Nicole Gaudiano won second place for spot tion. person is entitled is essentially the position he news for a story on a shooting death. Chris- f or she would have attained had the military topher Munsey captured second place for gen- absence not occurred. To be eligible for reem- eral news for his story on a body police could THE 1999 POLICE UNITY TOUR, ployment rights, the person must generally not identify. COUNTY OF MORRIS, NEW JER- give the employer prior notice of the military The staff as a whole won second place for SEY TO WASHINGTON, DC duty and the employee must have received a continuing coverage on the Whitbread Race, discharge from the military that is not punitive the prestigious yacht race which came to An- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN in nature. For example, an honorable dis- napolis last year. Staff members that shared OF NEW JERSEY charge would qualify, but not a dishonorable that award included: Bill Wagner, Jeff Nelson, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES or bad conduct discharge. There is a cumu- Scott Haring, Christopher Munsey, Denise lative 5-year limit of military service after which Murray, Kristin Hussey, Gerry Jackson, David Wednesday, May 19, 1999 an employer is not obliged to reemploy a re- Trozza, George N. Lundskow, Bob Gilbert, Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise turning service member. There are important Mark M. Odell, and Christopher B. Corder. today to commend the participants of the 1999 exceptions to the 5-year limit, including vol- Reporter Jeff Nelson won first place for in- Policy Unity Tour on the successful completion untary duty in support of an emergency situa- vestigative reporting for his story on bonuses of their tour and for their donation of close to tion or war, involuntary callups for operational given to county employees. Sara Marsh won $54,000 to the National Law Enforcement Offi- missions or contingencies, and required train- second place in this category for her probe of cers Memorial this year. ing of National Guard and Reserve members. the legal problems of an election candidate. On Saturday, May 8th I had the pleasure of Mr. Speaker, the Department of Labor's Vet- Mary Allen won first place in state govern- participating in the ceremonies to send off the erans Employment and Training Service ment reporting for her story on the law that al- 55 participants as they began the long bicycle (VETS) maintains a website on the Internet lowed the marriage of a 13-year-old girl. The- journey from Madison, New Jersey to the Na- that contains USERRA information designed resa Winslow won second place in the public tional Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in to help protected persons and employers un- service category for her consumer story on the Washington, DC in an effort to raise funds for derstand the law. The ``USERRA Advisor'' can cost of funerals. the memorial. The memorial was established be found on the VETS home page at In the photography category, the Capital has by an Act of Congress in October, 1984. www.dol.gov/dol/vets. VETS also has offices consistently delivered its readers some of the The Police Unity Tour was the brainchild of in each of the States that can provide informa- most beautiful photographs capturing incred- two Madison and Florham Park police officers tion and assistance for your constituents as ible joy sorrow and every moment in between. who organized the first bike tour three years CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1017 ago: Frank Wulff and Patrick Montuore. Mr. lence in our state. When he learned that his sibly be cut in half if more research dollars Speaker, I would like to list each of the partici- lovely young granddaughter, Allison, was af- were available. pants for the official record. flicted with neruofibromatosis, he took on the I am grateful that this Committee and the Congress did respond to our plea and did ap- Frank Wulff Michael Francis most important fight of his lifeÐthe fight for a propriate significant new funds for NF re- Ed Lincoln Dave Barber cure for this disease for Allison and for the at search. In 1995 Chairman Porter also added Jane Recktenwald Pat Montuore least 100,000 others who have this neuro- language to the Appropriations Bill which Paul Kosakowski Brian Rabbitt logical disorder. His testimony before the sub- expressed to NIH the commitment of this Steve Carpenter Carmine DeCaro committee was eloquent, and I would like Committee for accelerated NF research. Charlie Bryant Lenny George today to submit it to the CONGRESSIONAL Because of this Committee, the Congress, Jerry Mantone Mark Meehan RECORD so that others may see the urgency the NIH, the National NF Foundation and Constantine Sedares Dave Tyms of the need to find a cure. Dr. Mathews' testi- many dedicated researchers, our Allison who Bill Yirce Rich Schultz is now 9 years old, has a chance to avoid the Steve Ambrose Mark Stallone mony follows: ravages of NF. We are thankful and hopeful Steve Donnelly Phil Crosson A WORRIED GRANDFATHER but still very apprehensive. The time clock Lenny Gigantino Paul Bogert Thank you Congressman Upton and thank is still running rapidly. Research has been Paul Boegershausen Bill Pollock you Mr. Chairman and members of the Com- extremely successful but has a long way to Paul Kay Fred Freem mittee for allowing me to testify. I am Fred go to find a cure. Rick Staeger John Sria Mathews, a constituent of Congressman The National NF Foundation and I urge John Carter Bob Barr Upton from Southwestern Michigan. that the language which has been in the Ap- Hernandez Thomas Harry Phillips I am here today because my beautiful propriations Bill for the past four years, ex- Tom Barbella Ed Mitchko granddaughter Allison has pressing this Committee’s commitment to Tommy Downs Debbie Baker Neurofibromatosis, a not so rare and dev- NF research, be in the FY 2000 bill. Karen Sullivan Brian Markt astating genetic disorder. In 1994 Allison was I am grateful for the courtesy members of Emma Swearingen Lou DeMeo four years old when I first asked her parents this committee and other members of con- Paul Fortunanto Marc Hecht about some spots on her skin. I had assumed gress and their staffs have shown Peter Bob Cimino Jimmy Waldron these were simple birthmarks. This was the Bellermann and me these past few years. Lee Scarano Scott Smarsh first time her parents shared with me that Some of you have my granddaughter’s pic- Pete Egan Robert Fortunato she had Neurofibromatosis, or abbreviated ture in your office. Pete Nienstdat Bobby Montuore called NF. Up until then we had been shield- In my opinion, no expenditure by the Fed- ed from the terrible truth. eral Government is more rewarding, more Two support drivers, Patti Wulff and Jennifer I am an optometrist in a small town in needed, and more appropriate than research Montuore assisted these riders. southwest Michigan. I have practiced there for dread diseases including NF. As a grand- I was present at the Law Enforcement Offi- for 47 years. Even though I am not a medical father of a little girl with one of these dread cers Memorial on Tuesday, May 11, when the doctor I have better than a layman’s knowl- diseases, I feel anxiety, frustration but also participants reached their destination and were edge of general medical problems. However, I hope knowing that the timetable for a cure greeted by friends and family. Participants had never heard of NF. of NF and other diseases is almost solely de- hailed from police forces in Madison, Chat- Immediately I began to research NF. I pendent on the willingness of the Congress to called research centers. I called the National recognize medical research as its #1 priority. ham, Millburn, Livingston, Fair Lawn, West Or- Institutes of Health. I linked up with the Na- That is why Mr. Chairman we strongly sup- ange, Union, Woodbridge, Maplewood, tional Neurofibromatosis Foundation. My port a significant increase in funding for the Denville, Margate, Florham Park, Morristown, testimony today has the blessing of that fine National Institutes of Health medical re- Berkeley Heights, Franklin Township, Newark, organization. search. With the NIH as the quarterback, the Caldwell, NJIT, the NJ State Police, and the There is no way to describe the despair and greatest hope we have for finding a cure for Essex County Prosecutors Office. hopelessness that families experience when NF and all other dread diseases, lies with Mr. Speaker, over the last three years, the faced with the fact that a child or grandchild this Committee and the NIH. has an incurable disease. My research left Police Unity Tour has raised over $122,000 for Since my allotted time is up Mr. Chair- my wife and me panic-stricken. Here is a man, I respectfully request permission to ex- the memorial, making it the top sponsor in the short version of what my research revealed. tend my remarks in the written testimony I Nation. The effort of these men and women NF is the most common neurological dis- will leave with the Committee. who rode their bikes from New Jersey to order caused by a single gene. At least 100,000 Mr. Chairman and Members of the Com- Washington, DC to raise money for the Na- Americans have NF. This makes NF more mittee, on behalf of the National tional Law Enforcement Officers Memorial prevalent than Cystic Fibrosis, hereditary Neurofibromatosis Foundation, as well as pays tribute to those who put their lives on the muscular dystrophy, Huntington’s Disease the thousands of children and adults with and Tay Sachs combined. NF, I thank you and my Allison thanks you. line everydayÐand those who have paid with NF causes tumors to grow anywhere on or their livesÐso that our streets are safer, and in the body. NF can lead to disfigurement, EXTENDED TESTIMONY OF DR. FRED L. our families more secure. I ask my colleagues blindness, deafness, skeletal abnormalities, MATHEWS to join me in congratulating them on their dedi- dermal, brain and spinal tumors, loss of APRIL 29, 1999 cation and in wishing them success for many limbs, malignancies and learning disabil- years to come. ities. The terrible disfigurement is why NF I am pleased and proud that NF research has been pointed out to be a model for ‘‘Man- f has erroneously been confused with the so called ‘‘elephant man’’ disease. aging Science.’’ It represents an effective A WORRIED GRANDFATHER NF affects both genders, all races and eth- partnership between public agencies, most nic groups equally. NF research in 1994 (when notably the U.S. Congress and the National I first learned of my granddaughter’s prob- Institutes of Health, private organizations HON. FRED UPTON lem) had begun about 9 years earlier by the and the National Neurofibromatosis Founda- OF MICHIGAN National NF Foundation. The gene causing tion and scientists and clinical researchers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES NF had just been discovered. in the field who have achieved their progress My personal research did reveal some good by consensus and by collaborating to a re- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 news for my family and me. My grand- markable degree. To use the vernacular, NF Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I recently had the daughter has the NF1 gene rather than the research has given a ‘‘good bang for the pleasure of introducing one of my constituents, NF2 gene. With the NF2 gene the tumors and buck’’ to all who have invested in it. NF research has significant potential for Dr. Fred Mathews, at a hearing of the Sub- other bizarre disorders can start soon after birth. NF1 however, which my grand- other very large patient populations. Since committee on Labor, Health and Human Serv- daughter has, sometimes does not manifest the NF genes have been implicated in the ices, and Education Appropriations. Dr. Mat- serious problems until puberty or beyond. signaling process that determines cell hews had been invited to speak on behalf of I also learned from Peter Bellermann, growth and cell differentiation, NF research the Neurofibromatosis Foundation in support President of the National NF Foundation, also has great promise for the tens of mil- of increased funding for this often devastating and the world’s greatest crusader to find a lions of Americans with malignancies. disease. cure for NF, that researchers were hopeful of NF also causes learning disabilities at It is a privilege to know Dr. Mathews and finding a cure in 10–15 years. Simple mathe- about five to six times the frequency found in the general population. Work in that as- count him as a friend. In addition to his 47 matics told me that this might be too late for my granddaughter and thousands of kids pect of NF research therefore has consider- years of practicing optometry in Dowagiac, MI, like her who were living with this time able potential for the estimated 30 million he has devoted his talents and energy to im- bomb. Americans who are learning disabled. proving the quality of life in his community and I also learned that researchers believed Given the wide variety of symptoms of NF, expanding education opportunities and excel- that the projected time for a cure could pos- I understand that you Mr. Chairman and the E1018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 Committee have urged those involved in NF INTRODUCTION OF THE PUBLIC demic discipline. Scholars must receive a research to foster collaborative efforts be- APPEALS PARITY ACT grade-point average of 3.3 or higher and be tween and among the various initiatives at selected by a school instructor or counselor. the NIH under whose purview these mani- The National Award in Leadership and Serv- festations fall. Peter Bellermann, President HON. JAMES V. HANSEN of the National NF Foundation has informed OF UTAH ice is presented only to a select group of stu- me that these efforts are taking place and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dents nationwide. Recipients must dem- that ‘‘Cross-Institute’’ activities are a re- onstrate outstanding scholastics, leadership ality. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 and student service throughout their high NF has the attention at the highest level Mr. HANSEN. Mr. Speaker, I am very school years. of the NIH beginning with the Director Dr. pleased to introduce the Public Appeals Parity Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to congratu- Varmus. It extends to the Institute heads, Act of 1999. This Act is needed so that the late Brett Sharpe for his truly remarkable especially Dr. Gerald Fischbach at NINDS general public, who have legitimate interests scholastic, service, and leadership abilities. and to Dr. Richard Klausner at the National in federal land management decisions, has an With confidence, I look forward to his future Cancer Institute. These progressive officers contributions in America. work at continuing the cross-institute ef- avenue to appeal certain decisions made by forts, participate in scientific meetings of the National Park Service and the United f States Fish and Wildlife Service. Currently, no NF, and advise other funding agencies to A TRIBUTE TO MEMBERS OF THE avoid duplication of funding. such appeals system exists within these two federal agencies and the public's only re- GREENPORT FIRE DEPARTMENT NF has been a success story for research FOR 50 YEARS OF SERVICE for all who have invested in it. True success course for relief is through the court system. will, however, come only when a cure is The idea of an internal agency appeal sys- found and real people like my granddaughter tem is not new. Right now, two other primary HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES can look forward to happy lives, free of NF’s federal land management agencies, the United OF NEW YORK terrible consequences. We now have to go the States Forest Service and the Bureau of Land IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES next hard miles. Researchers now stand ready to translate basic scientific knowledge Management have an administrative process Wednesday, May 19, 1999 whereby the public can appeal certain deci- into clinical application. The next agenda in- Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cludes continued work in basic research, sions in regard to land management decisions starting comprehensive natural history stud- made by these agencies. This Act would ini- this hallowed chamber to pay tribute to three ies for NF and beginning the all important tiate a similar administrative appeal process members of the Star Hose Co. #3 of the process of clinical trials with innovative ap- for the public in regard to decisions made by Greenport Fire Department and to join the vol- proaches. We all pray that this will lead to the National Park Service and the Untied unteer firefighters, emergency medical per- an effective treatment for NF. States Fish and Wildlife Service. The Sec- sonnel and grateful people of this Long Island In closing, I would be remiss if I did not retary of the Interior would be directed to es- community as they celebrate these brave men thank my Congressman Fred Upton and his tablish procedures for an appeals process for for their 50 years of volunteer service. staff person Jane Williams for their very spe- I would like to tell my colleagues about cial help and support. We are also very ap- the Park Service and the Fish and Wildlife Service which will afford the public, prior to the Greenport, a special place where neighbors preciative of the longtime support Congress- look out for neighbors and every resident pos- man Murtha has given NF funding. And a implementation of the project, activity, or plan, special thanks to you, Chairman Porter, who an opportunity to appeal decisions made by sesses a special pride in their hometown. In a in 1995 took time from your busy schedule to these agencies in regard to land and resource service that exemplifies selfless heroism, the meet personally with Peter Bellermann and management decisions which occur in accord- men and women of the Greenport Fire Depart- me so that we could tell you of the urgent ance with the National Environmental Policy ment perform above and beyond the call of need for accelerated NF funding. Your ongo- Act. duty each and every day. Compensated only ing support since then has been tremen- by the satisfaction that their efforts save lives dously helpful. To the members of this Com- The regulations developed by the Secretary of the Interior per this Act would mirror those and protect property, these volunteers have mittee who have supported us in this critical answered every alarm for over 50 years. I am effort, we also offer another thank you. already established for the U.S. Forest Service and would include such things as the type of proud and honored to count these brave fire- fighters among my friends and neighbors. f decisions that may be appealed, who may ap- peal decisions, the procedures that apply to Moreover, I am proud to join with the COMMENDING BRIGHAM YOUNG appealing the decision, and other important Greenport Fire Department in honoring these UNIVERSITY steps which the public could follow. members for their faithful service. These men This Act is fair, is not precedent setting, and have answered the siren's call whenever a fire levels the playing field so that the public has or other peril threatened a member of the HON. CHRIS CANNON an avenue to appeal decisions made by fed- Greenport community. Henry Clarke, Jr. has OF UTAH eral agencies rather than to take them to served for 58 years as 2nd Lt., 1st Lt. and Captain from April 1952 to March 1952. Nel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES court. I urge my colleagues to cosponsor and support the Public Appeals Parity Act of 1999. son Beebe has served for 52 years as 2nd Lt., Wednesday, May 19, 1999 f 1st Lt. and Captain from April 1978 to March 1980. Jake Sherwood has served for 50 years Mr. CANNON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- BRETT SHARPE NAMED ALL- as 2nd Lt., 1st Lt. and Captain from April 1958 mend the efforts of Brigham Young University AMERICAN SCHOLAR AND to March 1960. Time and again these brave in Provo, Utah, in their unending journey to UNITED STATES NATIONAL men joined their comrades as they hastened better relations around the world, Brigham AWARD IN LEADERSHIP AND to the scene, placing themselves in harm's Young University in Provo, UT sends various SERVICE way to aid another human being in danger, re- groups from their Performing Arts department gardless of whether it be a friend, neighbor or throughout the world to better the University's HON. BOB SCHAFFER stranger. ties, which in turn improves U.S. foreign rela- Demonstrating that true heroes are created tions. OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES over a lifetime of selfless acts and service to On May 18th, BYU's Young Ambassadors, their God, family and country, these brave Ballroom Dance team, and Folk Dance En- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 men of the Greenport Fire Department are semble returned from a tour of the South Pa- Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise perfect role models for every volunteer fire- cific commemorating the 20th anniversary of to commend an outstanding Colorado high fighter who will come after them. They truly re- their first visit to China. school student and leader. This Spring, Brett flect the outstanding work of the Greenport Throughout the past twenty years, BYU has Sharpe of Haxtun High School in Haxtun, Col- Fire Department and its commitment to train- established a name for itself in China and is orado, was named an All-American Scholar ing and service that keep their neighbors, currently very well regarded by its people. I and a United States National Award in Leader- friends and even their own children safe and am very proud to represent the students and ship and Service. secure. That is why, Mr. Speaker, I ask my faculty members of BYU. They are a model to The United States Achievement Academy colleagues in the House of Representatives to us all as we work to create a global society of presents the All-American Scholar Award to join me in saluting the courageous, devoted culture, heritage and peace. those students demonstrating exceptional aca- volunteers of the Greenport Fire Department. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1019 May God keep them safe as they have not only at the amount of pork crammed into INTRODUCTION OF THE DEPART- worked to keep safe the Greenport commu- the bill, but especially by the anti-environ- MENT OF DEFENSE HOUSE RESO- nity. mental riders placed on the bill. LUTION f One of these riders is specifically targeted at helping the mining industry and will delay HON. JAMES V. HANSEN TRIBUTE TO RETIRING MICHIGAN strengthening of regulations that would safe- STATE TROOPER CHARLIE GROSS OF UTAH guard against mining companies walking away IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from the cleanup costs associated with mining. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 HON. BART STUPAK Yet another special interest rider prevents OF MICHIGAN the Minerals Management Service from Mr. HANSEN. Mr. Speaker, I am happy to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES issuing rules on the value of crude oil. introduce this House resolution which will ef- fectively help our National Park System and all Wednesday, May 19, 1999 This will allow major oil companies to under- pay royalties from drilling on public landsÐes- those who visit and enjoy these parks. Over Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I like to pay spe- timated to cost taxpayers between $66 to the past few years the National Park Service cial tribute today to Detective Sergeant Charlie $100 million per year. has repeatedly reported a backlog of projects Gross, who is retiring after a career of law en- Yet another rider would weaken the already necessary to maintain structures, roads, and forcement with the Michigan State Police. egregious 1872 mining law, allowing a pre- infrastructure in many of our national parks. In As you may know, Mr. Speaker, I served as fact, the National Park Service has asserted a law enforcement officer. In point of fact, I viously denied waiver for the development of the ``Crown Jewel'' mine in my neighboring that the cost of these projects will be about 6 served with Charlie in a variety of posts, while billion dollars. This resolution would urge the our careers seem to follow a parallel track. state of Washington. For these reasons, I encourage the Presi- National Park Service to take advantage of In one sense, my own law enforcement ca- support services offered by the Department of reer ended when I was injured in the line of dent to veto this environmentally destructive bill, sending a message to this body and the Defense, which has the authority to provide duty and retired in 1984. In a deeper sense, support and services to Federal entities, in- I however, the friendships that form among American people that our precious natural re- sources will not take a back seat to pork and cluding the National Park Service. law enforcement officers are bonds that sur- A program called the Civil-Military Depart- special interests groups. vive changes in careers and changes in ad- ment of Defense Innovative Readiness Train- dress. In that regard, when I founded the Law f ing Program offers real world training opportu- Enforcement Caucus in my freshman year in nities to meet the readiness requirements of Congress, I was not only giving my many IN RECOGNITION OF JOSEPH R. military units and individuals while benefiting comrades in law enforcement a voice in QUINN local communities. This service, provided by Washington, but I was also giving myself a the Department of Defense, includes equip- professional reason to maintain these strong HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN ment and other assistance which has the po- ties to many good friends and providing myself OF NEW YORK tential to greatly reduce the backlog of with an opportunity to forge new friendships IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES projects identified by the National Park Serv- with dedicated people in law enforcement. ice. In short, this resolution will direct one fed- Now, one of these old friends is retiring after Wednesday, May 19, 1999 eral department to help another and will ben- a 27 year career. The unit D/Sgt. Gross will Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, on May 20, efit the American taxpayer who has been pick- actually leave is a Michigan State Police tac- 1999, family and friends will gather to honor ing up the tab. tical drug unit, the Upper Peninsula Substance and pay tribute to Joseph R. Quinn, who This is a good idea and a worthy resolution Enforcement Team, known as UPSET. served as the Chairman of the Smithtown and I urge all my colleagues to support this Charlie was one of the first troopers I met Democratic Committee for 22 years, until his House resolution. on the road in 1974, and we seemed to stay retirement last September. f on the same career road. When I was trans- Joe Quinn, known for his wit, incredible TRIBUTE TO NATIONAL PRINCIPAL ferred to Lansing, Charlie was in Lansing. memory for names, love of Irish music, his LEADERSHIP AWARD WINNER When I went back to the Upper Peninsula, wonderful family and loyalty to friends, has Charlie went to the Upper Peninsula. As he distinguished himself throughout his private gained knowledge and experience, Charlie and political life. HON. BOB SCHAFFER demonstrated a wide array of skills, including In 1959, the then-younger, dark-haired, fa- OF COLORADO sharing his knowledge with other troopers by ther of five, Joseph R. Quinn, joined the Suf- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teaching traffic safety, the proper use of the folk County Democratic Committee and began Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Breathalyzer, and other investigative subjects. his sojourn into local politics. At the same Last week here in Washington we Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise time, this Iona College graduate began his ca- to commend an outstanding Colorado high spotlighted U.S. law enforcement in a number reer as a teacher in the Middle Country of ways. We paid special tribute to fallen offi- school student and leader. This Spring, Leah School District, where he went on to become Nein of Julesburg High School, in Julesberg, cers, and we celebrated funding 100,000 new the principal of the unique school without police officers under the Community Policing Colorado, received the National Principal walls, New Lane Elementary School. Joe re- Leadership Award. program. tired from the Middle Country School District in This Saturday, the co-workers of Charlie Each year, the National Association of Sec- 1988 after 28 years of outstanding career in ondary School Principals and Herff Jones Inc. Gross will celebrate one man's career in law education. enforcement. I ask you and my House col- presents the National Principal Leadership Joe Quinn's dedication and loyalty to the Award to 150 students nationwide. Recipients leagues to join me in wishing the best in re- Democratic Party is unsurpassed. Joe often tirement for this dedicated public servant. must demonstrate outstanding scholastics, boasts of the 22 officials that were elected leadership and student service throughout f under his leadership, ``one for every year as their high school years. As an added bonus, a THE KOSOVO EMERGENCY leader.'' He should take pride in that accom- $1,000 college scholarship is provided to help SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIATION plishment, as those victories symbolized his these students achieve their higher education commitment to the ideals of the Democratic goals. HON. DARLENE HOOLEY Party and of our Nation. Among some of her accomplishments, Leah Mr. Speaker, on May 20, the Suffolk County OF OREGON was class president three out of her four high Democratic Committee will honor and pay trib- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES school years, captained the volleyball team, ute to Joseph Quinn at a gala dinner. I call on and a Girls State Delegate. She has also re- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 all my colleagues in the House of Representa- ceived the Colorado School of Mines ``Medal Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I rise tives to join me now as we recognize and ac- of Accomplishment in Math and Science'' and today to address last night's vote on the so- claim Joseph R. Quinn for his outstanding the University of Colorado ``Outstanding Junior called ``emergency'' supplemental appropria- leadership and commitment to the Smithtown Award.'' This Fall, Leah plans to attend Colo- tions bill, H.R. 1141. Democratic Committee, and to the people of rado State University and major in Accounting. As a member of the budget committee, and Smithtown, of Suffolk County, and of New Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to congratu- concerned member of this body, I am appalled York State. late Leah Nein and all Principal Leadership E1020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 Award winners. With confidence, I look for- vocational training, and habilitative services for IN MEMORIAM: DEDICATION OF ward to their leadership in America. residents of Eastern Long Island with special THE GARDEN GROVE POLICE DE- f needs. PARTMENT ‘‘CALL TO DUTY’’ PO- LICE MEMORIAL, MAY 20, 1999 TRIBUTE TO RETIRING MICHIGAN Through the chapter's Vocational Education STATE TROOPER ROBERT KRAFFT Program, adults mature, achieve self-fulfill- ment and self esteem. Major Long Island cor- HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ HON. BART STUPAK porations use this program's participants for OF CALIFORNIA OF MICHIGAN packaging and assembling jobs. These con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tracts offer 800 clients opportunities to learn Wednesday, May 19, 1999 vocational skills that can ultimately lead to Wednesday, May 19, 1999 competitive employment. In the Supported Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I like to pay spe- Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to Work Program, individuals successfully make cial tribute today to 1st Lieutenant Robert pay tribute to the officers of the Garden Grove the transition to the job market with the help Krafft, who is retiring after a career of law en- Police Department who died in the line of duty forcement with Michigan State Police. of job coaches who provide on the job training and who will be commemorated in the dedica- As you know, Mr. Speaker, I served as a at the employer's work site, including follow tion of the Garden Grove Police Memorial, law enforcement officer. In point of fact, I first along care. ``Call To Duty'' on this twentieth day of May, served with Bob Krafft early in my own career The Association for the Help of Retarded 1999. with the Michigan State Police. Children's Sagtikos Education Center is a very There are few words that adequately ex- In one sense, my own law enforcement ca- special school. More than 100 infants, pre- press the deep sorrow and grief of a family reer ended when I was injured in the line of schoolers and school-age children through whose loved one has been killed in the line of duty and retired in 1984. In a deeper sense, duty. We can remember their bravery and age 21 receive Individualized Education Plans however, the friendships that form among law courage through dedication and memorial. that foster their mental and physical develop- enforcement officers are bonds that survive President Abraham Lincoln perhaps described changes in careers and changes in address. ment. School age children attend this school the terrible emptiness and regret that we, the In that regard, when I founded the Law En- because their disabilities are so severe that living, feel for those who have given their lives forcement Caucus in my freshman year in they cannot be accommodated within the spe- to protect others. In the famous Gettysburg Congress, I was not only giving my many cial education programs of the local school address, Lincoln summarizes these feelings in comrades in law enforcement a voice in districts. This service allows a parent more a most profound way: Washington, but I was also giving myself a free time to maintain both emotional and eco- It is for the living, rather, to be dedicated professional reason to maintain these strong nomic family stability. Other children attend here to the unfinished work which they who ties to many good friends and providing myself the school's Early Intervention and pre-school fought here have thus far so nobly advanced. with an opportunity to forge new friendships programs. These services often diminish, if not It is rather for us to be here dedicated to the with dedicated people in law enforcement. great task remaining before us—that from eliminate, the need for costly special services Now, one of these old friends, Bob Krafft, is these honored dead we take increased devo- retiring after a 26-year career. for a lifetime. tion to that cause for which they gave the I recall moving into this neighborhood, For lower functioning adults, the Association last full measure of devotion—that we here where he took me under his wing. My recol- highly resolve that these dead shall not have for the Help of Retarded Children offers a Day died in vain . . .’’ lections of those first years of our friendship Treatment Program that provides habilitative remain vivid, as he took me deer hunting, as training that fosters greater independence Let us pay tribute to the five brave men who I met his wife Sue and watched their daughter through the acquisition of daily living skills. gave their ``last full measure of devotion'' to the community that they were protecting: grow. Even though our law enforcement work Their Senior Day Hab Program offers carried us in different directions, the bond we Myron Trapp, October 6, 1959; Andy Reese, habilitative training through age appropriate formed as friends, neighbors and law enforce- May 30, 1970; Donald Reed, June 7, 1980; ment officers has always dissolved the dis- activities for senior citizens. Sixteen commu- Michael Rainford, November 7, 1980; and tance that geography put between us. nity residences located throughout Suffolk are Howard Dallies, Jr., March 9, 1993. Let us not Last week here in Washington we each home to up to 10 adults, operating as a forget their heroism, their loyalty, and their spotlighted U.S. law enforcement in a number family unit under the guidance of a house par- dedication to duty. of ways. We paid special tribute to fallen offi- enting team. Residents interact with their com- cers, and we celebrated funding 100,000 new munities as any typical family does: shopping, f police officers under the Community Policing banking, visiting the library and even going to COLUMBIA DEERING HOSPITAL program. work. This Friday, May 21, the co-workers of Bob CELEBRATES SENIOR FRIENDS Krafft will celebrate one man's career in law After 50 years of operation, the Suffolk AND FITNESS DAY enforcement. I ask you and my House col- chapter is known for its fiscal integrity. It is so leagues to join me in wishing the best in re- well managed by a voluntary Board of Direc- tirement for this dedicated public servant. tors and its Executive Director that it consist- HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN f ently rates ``exceptional'' in Federal, State and OF FLORIDA County adults, and is granted three year oper- A TRIBUTE TO THE ASSOCIATION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ating certificates rather than the usual one FOR THE HELP OF RETARDED Wednesday, May 19, 1999 CHILDREN ON ITS 50TH ANNI- year. VERSARY That is why I ask my colleagues in the U.S. Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, senior House of Representatives to join me in salut- citizens have always served as the corner- ing the Association for the Help of Retarded stone of our country's population and as HON. MICHAEL P. FORBES America's aging generation continues to rap- Children on its 50th anniversary. For half a OF NEW YORK idly increase, the health and well being of our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES century, the Association for the Help of Re- nation's elderly becomes more and more im- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 tarded Children has done more than just help portant. neighbors who need it, or provide opportuni- The Senior Friends Chapter at Columbia Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ties for their children. The Association for the pay tribute to Suffolk Association for the Help Deering Hospital has recognized the impor- Help of Retarded Children has also provided of Retarded Children, Suffolk County's largest tance of fitness among the senior population voluntary agency celebrating its 50th anniver- our community the opportunity to express their and are taking the initiative of spearheading sary of service to our community. For the past strong love for their community by getting in- Senior Health and Fitness Day in Miami-Dade half century the Association for the Help of volved and by helping their neighbors. County, Florida. Retarded Children has lived up to the spirit of Exercise has been clinically proven to help community by providing various educational, fight many ailments that affect seniors, such CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1021 as osteoporosis, heart disease, and arthritis, ciations, such as Boy and Girl Scouts; Little you to join me in congratulating him on his and is highly recommended to improve the League; United Way; and in church, veterans outstanding achievements in the real estate overall quality of life at any age. On May 26, and civic organizations where they participate arena, and his support of charitable causes the Senior Friends Chapter at Deering Hos- in many activities of benefit to the greater and community organizations in Mobile and pital will host activities such as fitness walks, Philadelphia area. throughout the state of Alabama. exercise demonstrations, health screenings, DISC has earned the privilege to fly the f and health information workshops to educate Minuteman flag each year of its existence Miami's seniors about the many benefits of fit- through U.S. Saving Bonds participation. This INTRODUCTION OF THE PUBLIC ness and to encourage their participation in a is a unique record unequaled by any other HEARING STANDARDIZATION ACT more active lifestyle. major Federal Activity. I ask my colleagues to join me in paying As the Defense Industrial Supply Center HON. JAMES V. HANSEN tribute to The Senior Friends Chapter for their Colors are lowered for the last time, I person- OF UTAH focus on senior's health. ally extend my sincere praise and appreciation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f to Nicholas J. Ranalli, DISC's Administrator, Wednesday, May 19, 1999 and to all military and civilian employees, past DEFENSE INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY and present, who have been providing dedi- Mr. HANSEN. Mr. Speaker, it is with pleas- CENTER TO BE DISESTABLISHED cated service to our military personnel around ure that I am introducing the Public Hearing the world since 1962. Standardization Act of 1999. This Act is need- HON. ROBERT A. BORSKI The people of Philadelphia and the Nation ed so that the general public can meaningfully OF PENNSYLVANIA can take justifiable pride in a fine job well contribute to the process used by federal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES done and to look forward to the continuation of agencies to obtain public input. Currently, pub- lic hearings provide a process to the general Wednesday, May 19, 1999 DISC's vital role in the defense efforts of our country when the mission of the Defense In- public so that their comments and input can Mr. BORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to dustrial Supply Center conjoins its operation become part of the official record. However, announce that the Defense Industrial Supply with the Defense Supply Center Philadelphia. because many of the public's questions re- Center (DISC) in my district will be disestab- f main unanswered by federal agencies, this lished in a fitting ceremony on July 2, 1999. In process has been disappointing for many who accordance with the Base Realignment and TRIBUTE TO BEN TOM ROBERTS attend these hearings. Public hearings should Closure Commission, DISC and its hard work- also provide a forum for the public to ask ing employees will continue their mission as a HON. SONNY CALLAHAN questions of the federal agencies and for the part of a new organization, the Defense Sup- OF ALABAMA public to receive from the federal agencies ply Center Philadelphia. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meaningful responses to questions as part of Established as a field activity of the Defense the official record. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Logistics Agency on April 1, 1962, DISC has Presently, public hearings conducted by fed- for over three decades combined professional Mr. CALLAHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to eral agencies do not have any standard format personnel talent with modern management honor a friend and an important constituent nor parameters as to how they are conducted. techniques to provide its military customers from the First District of Alabama who will be As a result, federal agencies have total discre- throughout the world with responsive logistic in my office Thursday on the occasion of his tion in setting rules for public hearings. Unfor- support. 50th birthday. tunately, these rules frequently do not require DISC items were used by all the services in Ben Tom Roberts is the current president of the federal agencies to respond to legitimate support of their multimillion dollar weapon sys- the Alabama Association of Realtors (AAR). In questions asked by the public. This bill in- tems, such as, the Trident, Patriot and Minute- addition, he is a principle in Roberts Brothers, tends, therefore, to standardize the proce- man III missiles; the Black Hawk and Apache Inc., a family-owned business that for more dures used by federal agencies for public helicopters; the Abrams tank; the Eagle, Hor- than 53 years has been serving the real estate hearings so that the public understands the net and Harrier aircraft; the Ohio and Los An- needs of generations of south Alabamians. rules in conducting such public hearings and geles Class submarines; the AEGIS Class Ben Tom's motivation and inherent knowl- can respond appropriately. It will also give the cruisers; and the Nimitz Class aircraft carriers, edge of the real estate industry has propelled public a chance to ask relevant questions and as well as certain NASA space programs. In him to one of the foremost leaders in his field. also a reasonable expectation of receiving an addition to supplying vital parts to our Armed Not only is he co-owner of Mobile's largest honest answer from federal agencies. Forces, DISC also provided emergency sup- real estate firm, he has also served as presi- This is a long-overdue bill which will give port in times of disaster. dent of the Mobile Area Association of Real- the public beneficial information in regard to From its headquarters in Northeast Philadel- tors as well as state president of the Real Es- federal agency land management. The public phia, DISC military and civilian personnel tate Securities and Syndication Institute. deserves to have questions answered by fed- maintained a constant flow of critical items 24 Clearly, real estate is in Ben Tom's blood and eral agencies in a public forum and this bill, hours a day, 7 days a week, to satisfy the the real estate industry in Alabama is truly among other things, will make sure that the supply needs of the military services. The benefitting from his leadership, as well as his public has this chance. I urge all my col- Center was responsible for the wholesale sup- considerable experiences. leagues to support and co-sponsor the Public port of industrial and commercial type items to In addition to Ben Tom's service to the in- Hearing Standardization Act of 1999. the military services. These items included dustry, he is actively involved in the life of our f plumbing, wood products, material handling community. From the American Cancer Soci- and facilities maintenance supplies, marine ety to the United Way, Ben Tom's philanthropy HONORING THE VICTORIA HIGH safety and fire fighting equipment, food service has truly spanned the alphabet. It is fair to say SCHOOL VICTORIADORES, VIC- equipment, imaging and information supplies, he has given generously of his time and tal- TORIA, TX as well as bearings, rope, cable and fittings, ents in the service of his fellow man. fasteners, hardware, packing and gasket ma- In recent years, Ben Tom has held numer- HON. RON PAUL terials, springs and rings, metal bars, sheets ous leadership posts, serving as vice chair- OF TEXAS and shapes, electrical wire and cable, as well man of the Mobile Chamber of Commerce and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as certain ores, minerals and precious metals. past president of the Country Club of Mobile, Active in Philadelphia community affairs, the Chandler YMCA and the Metropolitan Wednesday, May 19, 1999 DISC employees participated in numerous YMCA. In addition, he serves on many Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay civic activities in and around the Delaware boards, including Southtrust Bank, the Old honor to the best drill team in the nation and Valley. Many employees have earned wide Overton Club and the Alabama Golf Associa- in the world: the Victoria High School recognition for their volunteer work in personal tion. Victoriadores from Victoria, Texas. Under the one-to-one relationships with the young, the Ben Tom, and his lovely wife Gale, are ac- exemplary leadership of D.J. Jaynes, old, and the needy through such programs as tive members of St. Ignatius Catholic Church Victoriadore Director, assisted by Laura Project Reachout and Project Give. The em- in Mobile, where he is serving as chairman of Klimist, Choreographer, this outstanding group ployees are also key members and leaders in the Stephen Ministries. Mr. Speaker, as 50 of ladies and gentlemen won many national a host of other community groups and asso- candles light Ben Tom's birthday cake, I ask honors at the marching Auxiliaries/Seaworld E1022 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 National Championship Competition. Their D.J. Jaynes, Victoriadore Director/ have all been challenged through this recogni- awards include the Choreography Award for Choreographer tion to successfully improve education in all of all dancesÐjazz, high kick, military, lyrical and Laura Klimist, Choreographer their local communities. show production; Winner's Circle (all dances I am proud to have these national and inter- As part of the National Blue Ribbon Schools scored 95 or above from all judges); named national championships in the 14th Congres- honor, representatives from each of these Best in Class for having the highest overall sional District of Texas. I am proud of the schools will be invited to awards events in scores in the competition; and the National commitment to excellence and perserverance Washington, D.C., this October. Champion Jacket Winners for earning the shown by each student which was necessary Mr. Speaker, I ask that the permanent highest score from all categories and all to reach these goals. I am proud of the sup- RECORD of the Congress of the United States dances. port shown by the parents and guardians of note the excellence of these three Blue Rib- these students which helped them reach their bon Schools in California's 51st District, by in- After this impressive victory, the cluding summaries of these three schools' su- Victoriadores aimed for the championship at goals. I trust all my colleagues join me in congratu- perior work for my colleagues and all of Amer- the Miss Dance/Drill Team USA Pageant and lating the Victoria High School Victoriadores ica to read and review. Competition. They easily took first place in on these impressive achievements. LA COSTA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL military, high kick and show production and f La Costa Heights Elementary School lo- second place in lyrical, and they earned the cated in Carlsbad, California, is a school Producers Award for the best overall presen- HONORING THE ‘‘BLUE RIBBON community committed to our motto, ‘‘La tation. SCHOOLS’’ OF CALIFORNIA’S 51ST Costa Heights Where Learning Reaches New DISTRICT Heights.’’ Our mission is to foster confident The taste of victory was so sweet, the students who celebrate learning as a lifelong Victoriadores decided to take the International experience. Through the collaborative efforts Championship, competing against Japan, Aus- HON. RANDY ‘‘DUKE’’ CUNNINGHAM of our many parents, community members, tralia, New Zealand, Channel Islands, Mexico OF CALIFORNIA and teachers we prepare successful decision makers for a diverse, every-changing world. and South America. The team won first and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES second place in Military and High Kick, with The students at La Costa Heights are edu- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 New Zealand placing third. cated in a positive and caring environment Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, I am that promotes the achievement of their per- This group of students deserves the honors sonal best, both academically and socially. proud to rise today to recognize that three it has earned. I commend each one of them Our primary goal for the students of La schools in my 51st Congressional District of to you: Coast Heights is to prepare them to be life- California are now being honored as National long learners and productive members of so- Brooke Adams Hilary Koenig Blue Ribbon Schools for 1999. ciety. They are provided a curriculum, which Chelsea Akin Emily Loeb In alphabetical order, these schools are: encourages collaboration, problem solving, Andrea Alvarez Amanda Lott La Costa Heights Elementary School, Carls- and responsibility for individual learning. Jennifer Alvarez Aimee Lovik The entire staff and parent community are Pia Arifiles Waverly Lynch bad, California. The principal is Deborah Blow, involved and committed to providing a Iza Arifiles Tara Marek and the superintendent of the Encinitas Union learning environment that will allow each Rachel Barber Kelly Martin School District is Douglas DeVore. student to achieve these goals. Samantha Bernal Ashley Martin Magnolia Elementary School, Carlsbad, It is the vision of our school community April Blackwell Erin Martin California. The principal is James Boone, and that we be a school the puts children first. Liz Boldt Nina Martinez the superintendent of the Carlsbad School As a school community of teacher leaders, Meredyth Bryant Stacy McCants we are well on our way to achieving this vi- District is Cheryl Ernst. sion. All staff members take responsibility Lisa Buckler Sarah McKay Solana Vista School, Solana Beach, Cali- Monica Canchola Taysha McKibbon for meeting the needs to every child. We Misty Cavazos Tyler Meador fornia. The principal is Stephen Ludwiczak, focus on enhancing each student’s learning Stephanie Cernosek Valerie Medina and the superintendent of the Solana Beach and giving them the skills to problem solve Krysta Chacon Corie Meinke School District is Ellie Topolovac. and make choices. Our students learn to ap- Melissa Chavez Garrett Middleton Just this morning, I was honored to call preciate diversity in people through the in- Cody Cole James Miller each of these superintendents myself, to give struction of life skills incorporating honesty, Kyra Coleman Lori Monclova teamwork, perservance, and self-reliance. them the good news and send my warmest Our school staff is composed of teachers Cari Collett Tammy Newbern congratulations. with expertise in a variety of areas. These Kristin Creech Jamie O’Quinn The National Blue Ribbon Schools program professional willingly share their knowledge Carrie Dahlstrom Jennifer Padilla and experiences with all members of our Nichol Dally Dusty Patek evaluates schools based upon their effective- staff creating a challenging, yet nurturing Katie Dayoc Aaron Pearson ness in meeting local, state and national edu- environment for our students. As leaders, D’Lisa DeLuna Matina Pflaum cational goals. In 1999, 266 elementary schools are recognized as National Blue Rib- the staff has worked together over the past Joey Dominquez Sara Quitta several years as strong grade level teams, Cash Donahoe Melissa Ragsdale bon Schools, including the three above in Cali- drawing upon each other’s strengths to cre- Wendy Dry Katie Reimann fornia's 51st District, five in San Diego County, ate programs that challenge yet nurture all Carly Dunnam Natalie Ricks and 41 in the State of California. Blue Ribbon students. Teachers at La Costa Heights are Jamie Dybala Brandi Roth status is awarded to schools that have strong very helping and welcoming. They are eager Dyann Erwin Jennifer Salinas to share ideas, materials, and endearing mo- Bianca Estrada Brianne Schmidt leadership, clear vision and mission, excellent teaching and curriculum, policies and practices ments, because they believe that our Nicole Garcia Penny Schumacher strength comes from our collaboration. Michelle Garcia Sara Schweke that keep the schools safe for learning, ex- Located in Carlsbad, California, La Costa Mandy Gaskamp Jamie Sedlacek panded involvement of families, evidence that Heights School is pat of the Encinitas Union Clarisa Gonzales Tenille Shafer the school helps all students achieve high School District which serves students kin- Valarie Gonzales Loren Shafer standards, and a commitment to share best dergarten through 6th grade. Opened in April Amber Grunewald Heather Shannon practices with other schools. 1987, it currently supports approximately 720 Lacey Hall Justin Sheppard I am immensely proud of the men and students. The school’s strong reputation for Erin Hanzelka Brett Shoemaker providing a nurturing yet challenging learn- Megan Hearn Amanda Stewart women whose outstanding and tireless work in the interest of better education has now been ing environment draws new families into the Theresa Hernandez Stacey Talley community. Due to this reputation, the Brandy Hill Juli Teeters recognized through the National Blue Ribbon school draws several families from outside Blair Hunt Bianca Tilley Schools program. This is particularly close to our immediate attendance area on inter and Amy Innocenti Amanda Trevino my heart, because, as a former teacher and intra district transfers. The school serves a Melissa Jecker Lauren Tuso coach, and as a father, one of my passions is commuter community of middle to upper Laura Jecker Elane Urbano improving education so that every American class families in the northern coastal region Eric Jentsch Pam Urbish can have a fighting chance to achieve the of San Diego County. Families from several Ida Jimenez Jessica Vaughan American Dream. ethnic backgrounds make up a portion of our Kelly Johnson Whitney Wilkinson community although only 2% of our popu- Allison Jones Lindsey Williams And while these three schools in my district lation represents English Language Learn- Morgan Kallus Laura Windwehen have now been recognized as National Blue ers. La Costa Heights is also home to a re- Jill Kauffman Melanie Winston Ribbon Schools, the real winners are all of the gional special day class for severely handi- Lindsey Klein children, parents, teachers and citizens who capped students. Due to the stability of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1023 community and school enrollment, the ma- of Hearing. (We provide the Deaf and Hard of needs students. The academic, social, and jority of our students attend our school from Hearing program for 14 school districts com- economic needs of our students were consid- kindergarten through sixth grade. Since the prising the North Coastal Consortium for ered when we developed our Mission State- school’s opening in 1987, we have experienced Special Education.) Also located at Magnolia ment to express our commitment to devel- slow, but steady growth. In the past year, are two District Special Day classes pro- oping successful, creative, inquisitive, re- this growth has accelerated due to new hous- viding individualized services for special spectful and responsible students. We accom- ing developments in the area. As a school needs students within Carlsbad Unified plish this through student-centered instruc- that was prepared for this growth, we have School District. All special needs students at tion, ongoing assessment, support programs, been able to provide a very welcoming at- Magnolia have full access to regular edu- parent involvement, and community part- mosphere for our new families, allowing cation programs and are mainstreamed in nerships. Solana Vista was recognized as a them to quickly assimilate into our school regular education classes, in some cases, for Blue Ribbon School in 1990 and as a Cali- family. the entire day. Our growing Hispanic popu- fornia Distinguished School in 1998. Our cur- Boasting a strong tradition of vol- lation (155) is taught to speak and read rent school self-assessment shows how our unteerism, one cannot enter the school with- English with the assistance of our ESL educational programs and effectiveness as a out finding several parent and community teacher. It’s exciting to see non-English primary school have evolved and improved volunteers working in some capacity to as- speaking students become fully bilingual in dramatically since our last Blue Ribbon sist in student learning. A spirit of collabo- a three or 4 year span. Many of our Spanish award, nearly ten years ago. ration and innovation pervades the school as speaking students are tri-lingual by 6th At Solana Vista, student-centered instruc- teachers and parents work together to create grade. They have mastered English and be- tion is exemplified by effective teaching solutions to challenges and to create pro- come fluent in sign language as well. Parents practices and ongoing, multiple assessment grams and instruction that have been rep- of students at Magnolia range from unskilled measures. All 21 classrooms participate in licated at other schools in the district. field laborers, to highly skilled professionals California’s 20:1 student-teacher class size re- La Costa Heights Elementary School (physicians, attorneys, dentists, biomedical duction program, which allows our teachers serves as the hub of the community in which research, scientists, etc.) to focus closely on each student’s specific be- it resides. It is a school truly dedicated to its Magnolia’s parents and teachers hold the havioral, emotional and academic needs. community and its students. Having formed common belief that challenge in education is Professional development and growth is a several business partnerships, we work to- important and essential. Our parents want to priority. Teachers remain abreast of the lat- gether to both provide for our students, and see their children challenged and achieve. est research by participating in conferences in turn teach our students to give back to They demonstrate their commitment to edu- and workshops each year. We have created their community. Service learning is a cation by supporting our highly active and heterogeneous, balanced classes with small major focus of our curriculum. Teaching an involved PTA with volunteer time and do- clusters of children receiving resource serv- integrated curriculum that also provides a nated money to support our arts and phys- ices in certain classes. Teachers use differen- service to the community has become a ical education programs that augment our tial instruction and flexible-skills groupings strength at our school. We work as a commu- academic curriculum. Our teachers work to meet all students’ needs. Students tar- nity to use our existing resources and re- diligently to provide students with a variety geted for the gifted and talented program spond quickly to new challenges in support of educational experiences thoughtfully de- benefit from our Talents Unlimited cur- of the families and residents of our commu- signed, implemented and evaluated to ensure riculum, used with all students to foster nity. The most powerful example of this oc- skill acquisition in all subjects and the op- critical thinking skills. Last year, our Gifted curred when a fire struck the La Costa com- portunity to demonstrate those skills and Talented Education Program was rated munity in October 1996. The school became through problem solving activities involving exemplary. Approximately 60% of our school the gathering place for the community as a application and synthesis of acquired knowl- staff are bilingual and provide students al- luncheon was served by staff members. From edge. ternative instructional delivery systems, this tragedy grew a tremendous service Our single story facility is located on a such as Specially Designed Academic In- learning project which was begun just one 10.53 acre parcel of land adjacent to Valley struction in English (SDAIE) and sheltered month after the fire. Utilizing our business Middle School and one block away from English instruction. Our comprehensive curriculum and assess- partners and working closely with the city of Carlsbad High School. Fourteen (14) ment are aligned with rigorous District and Carlsbad, a local park was restored and an relocatable classrooms have been added to State Content Standards. Curriculum is inte- educational native plant trail created. From our facility over the last 12 years to provide grated, using hands-on, investigative learn- this beginning, several other service learning space for two District special day classes, a ing activities to increase student motivation projects have evolved as students experience computer lab, and to accommodate class size and engage students in the exploration of their curriculum in a ‘‘hands reduction in grades 1 through 3. There are 47 new concepts. Technology such as CD–ROMs on’’environment which is relevant to their certificated and 27 support personnel at Mag- and laser disks support our curriculum. We lives. nolia. employ a four-year cycle for curriculum re- In preparing our students for the future, A large athletic field, basketball, newal, spearheaded by our School Site Coun- La Costa Heights has placed a strong empha- volleyball, handball and tetherball courts cil. Committees within the District are in- sis on bringing technology into our class- are available for physical education and rec- volved when the District adopts new, state- rooms. The staff is aggressive about utilizing reational use. A 5000 square foot garden with approved materials. Selected teachers pilot existing technologies while finding ways to 32 raised planting beds and a butterfly enclo- new programs, read current educational re- acquire new hardware and software applica- sure is also located on our campus for in- search, and review feedback provided by tions. We have tapped a variety of resources structional use. The Strategic Planning teachers, administrators and parents to as- to update our existing computers and ac- process we have incorporated has helped to focus our instructional program through the sist them in the decision-making process. quire new ones. Students can be found using Students’ academic needs are assessed reg- technology applications in meaningful ways development of a comprehensive School Site Plan. Parents, teachers, students, and ad- ularly to ensure the teaching practices used on a daily basis at our school. in the classroom are effective. Assessment is The students at La Costa Heights are our ministrators developed the 5 year plan (1995– 2000) designed to meet the educational needs achieved through a balance of authentic and stars. Through the many experiential learn- standardized data that includes district ing activities in which they have partici- of our diverse student population. Magnolia Elementary School’s MISSION math and language arts tests, student work pated, they have learned to give back to samples, anecdotal notes, standardized test their community. Our students have also de- STATEMENT was developed in the Spring of 1995 by a team of 19 individuals representing results, and running records. Our Student veloped a strong sense of compassion due to Success Team identifies and assists students their work with the special needs students. parents, teachers, students, classified em- ployees, and the school administration. Our who are not successful within the regular This is a unique opportunity which we have classroom structure. In addition, the bilin- embraced. Mission reflects the vision we hold for every student enrolled at Magnolia and we ensure gual resource teacher tracks oral language La Costa Heights’ staff and parents believe development among English Learners and that our collaborative spirit is our greatest its implementation by always being our own best critic. conducts Student Appraisal Team (SAT) strength. We all work together to create an meetings involving the principal, resource environment for each child where his/her and classroom teachers, parents, and support learning can reach new heights. SOLANA VISTA SCHOOL service personnel to discuss students’ Solana Vista is located in Solana Beach, progress. MAGNOLIA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL California. As the only K–3 school of five ele- Support programs are in place to provide Magnolia Elementary School in Carlsbad, mentary schools in the Solana Beach School for children’s physical, emotional and aca- California is one of seven elementary schools District, we focus on meeting the develop- demic needs. We have a counseling program in the Carlsbad Unified School District, and mental needs of children aged five to eight. maintained by our bilingual school psycholo- is in its 42nd year of operation. We are a K– Our diverse population of 400 students in- gist and guidance counselor. The psycologist 6 grade school with a current population of cludes English speaking students, English works with interns from a local college to 701 students including 56 students enrolled in learners of Hispanic, Asian and European create individual behavior modification our regional program for the Deaf and Hard background, and a high percentage of special plans, while the guidance counselor works E1024 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 with small clusters of students on social Blue Ribbon Schools of Skyline Elementary HONORING JAMES J. DRADDY skills and conflict resolution. Our behavior for grades 4–6, Earl Warren Junior High program called PALS—Positive Attitude to- School and Torrey Pines High School (hon- ward Learning and School—gives students a ored in 1988, 1992, and 1987, 93, and 98 respec- HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL consistent school-wide behavior plan that fo- tively). Solana Vista and its counterparts OF NEW YORK cuses on rewards and recognition while de- consistently demonstrate quality service to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES emphasizing negative consequences. Reading children and their families that results in su- intervention programs include our new Mil- perior education, recognition of individual Wednesday, May 19, 1999 ler Unruh Reading Specialist who works efforts and a 97% college attendance rate for Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, there are people with small groups of children with reading current high school graduates. who accomplish so much that even when difficulties, and the Rolling Readers Pro- f viewed over the course of a lifetime, it seems gram that utilizes community volunteers to larger than life. tutor children one-on-one. Our Study Buddy IN MEMORY OF THE HONORABLE Jim Draddy is such a person. He left Man- Program pairs students with high school JOSE T. QUINATA buddies to assist them with schoolwork, and hattan College in 1942 and joined the war ef- provide friendship, and positive role models. fort, serving in the Army Signal Corps doing Our parents demonstrate a commitment to HON. ROBERT A. UNDERWOOD cryptanalysis on German and Japanese meeting the needs of our school through do- OF GUAM codes. nations and active participation. Over 10,300 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He left the service in 1946 and went into the volunteer hours were logged at our school music business at Columbia Records. There, last year, including volunteers assisting with Wednesday, May 19, 1999 programs such as the Rolling Readers, Books Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, it is with a in 1954, he rose to become National Director & Beyond, and Super Star Math. Parents great sense of sadness that I acknowledge the of Promotion. Between 1956 and 1975 he also serve as decisionmakers with represent- passing of one of Guam's great municipal served as Sales Manager for Philco, Mag- atives sitting on the Solana Beach Board of leaders. The Honorable Jose T. Quinata, navox, Motorola and Packard Bell and for the Education, School Site Council, District Ad- former mayor of the historical southern village next six years he was Vice President of Lib- visory Forum, and the Foundation for Learn- of Humatac, passed away on April 29, 1999, erty Music. ing. He then moved from bringing music to peo- We offer parents support to meet their at the age of seventy one. children’s needs. On-site before- and after- Born on February 16, 1928, to Antonio and ples' ears to using his golden tongue as Direc- school childcare is available. Scholarships Anastacia Quinata, J.T. or Tun Jose, as he tor of Public Relations for the New York Med- are available for all after-school enrichment was popularly known, was committed to serve ical School from 1981 to 1984 and then activities. Newsletters and Web sites involve and protect the village of Humatak and the is- brought his talent to Our Lady of Mercy Med- parents with classroom learning and home- land of Guam. Barely in his teens during the ical Center as Director of Public Affairs from work assignments. We give extended oppor- Japanese occupation of Guam, Tun Jose en- 1984 to 1996. He then served for two more tunities for learning such as the Books & Be- listed in the Guam Militia and later in the years as Consultant for Public Affairs. yond, and Math, Science and Beyond pro- But Jim did not limit himself to mere work. grams. The bilingual resource teacher, com- Guam Combat Patrol. Having been part of the munity liaison, and school nurse make home defense of the island against Japanese occu- He was Chairman of the Board of Directors of visits as needed for our Spanish-speaking piers in 1941, he assisted the United States Daytop Village, a member of the Bronx Cham- families. Parent education sessions are held Marine Corps in seeking out Japanese sol- ber of Commerce, a member of Community for Spanish-speaking parents on such topics diers immediately after the liberation of Guam Board #12, a Board Member of the Dominican as ‘‘Reading with Your Child’’ and ‘‘Child in 1944. Sisters in Ossining, and, of course, a member Nutrition.’’ In 1949, Tun Jose gained employment in of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick of West- Our community partnerships include busi- the Naval Government's Police Department as chester. nesses, community volunteers, and sur- He and his wife Patricia have seven children rounding educational institutions. We col- a guard. This began a law enforcement career laborate to create a facility that will meet that spanned twenty-six years. As a police offi- and nine grandchildren. Jim has been a great the community’s needs. For six years, Mis- cer, he earned the respect of colleagues and and dear friend of mine for many years. A re- sion Federal Credit Union has provided funds community members for his strength, fortitude, tirement party is usually joyous, but for me, for earthquake preparedness, our garden and compassion. Upon his retirement from the and all Jim's colleagues, our joy in knowing project, and our weather station. Their em- police force, his love for the land and southern him is tempered by his leaving. We can only ployees dedicate many volunteer hours as traditions carried over through his success as wish him well. reading tutors. Local restaurants and stores a farmer. All this time, Tun Jose was deeply f provide student awards for the Books & Be- dedicated to the Catholic faith having served yond recreational reading program. The CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 1141, Solana Beach Foundation for Learning, a as a parish council member for many years. He also contributed his time and efforts to 1999 EMERGENCY SUPPLE- group of parent and community volunteers, MENTAL APPROPRIATIONS ACT are committed to raising funds for enrich- worthwhile civic, community and religious or- ment programs. Their Annual Pledge Drive ganizations such as the Boy Scouts of Amer- SPEECH OF raises thousands of dollars each year. We ica, the Humatak Parksh Council, the Parents- work closely with local high schools, col- Teachers Association and the Holy Name So- HON. DIANA DeGETTE leges and universities to strengthen our stu- ciety. OF COLORADO dents’ educational experience, and to provide To be of further service to the village he so IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our teachers with support and continuing loved, Tun Jose ran, was elected and served professional development. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 The Solana Vista School facility was built as mayor of Humatac from 1992 to 1996. He in 1971 and has grown from the eleven origi- worked tirelessly towards projects and activi- Ms. DEGETTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nal classrooms to the current 21, reflecting ties that improved upon the quality of lives for express my support for the true emergency the growth in the community. We have a the people of Humatac. During his tenure, Tun spending contained in this conference agree- technology center, science laboratory and Jose used the annual festival commemorating ment: Adequate funding for the North Atlantic on-site childcare center. Traditions such as Ferdinand Magellan's landing on Guam in Treaty Organization's (NATO) military actions our third grade play, art fair, monthly 1521 to foster goodwill between his village in Kosovo; support for operating loans for school sings and community/town meetings America's farms and farm workers, who are are held in the popular Kiva meeting center and the various U.S. military commands under that adjoins the media center/library. The the Sister Village/Command Program. As trying to provide food for our tables without community uses our extensive grass fields mayor, he was often sought after to give guid- going bankrupt; relief for our Central American seven days a week for recreation. We have ance and leadership to villagers. Known for neighbors who were devastated by Hurricanes collaborative agreements with the Solana his amicability, he commanded great re- Mitch and Georges; and relief for our Okla- Beach Little League, Solana Beach Soccer spectÐoften being called upon to work as the homa and Kansas residents who were the vic- Association, and the City of Solana Beach. intermediary between political parties. tims of terrible tornadoes. These are emer- The minimal rate of vandalism and max- Tun Jose was a close personal friend of gencies that I believe Congress should be act- imum community use speaks highly of the mine. He and his lovely wife Tan Ana were al- ing on in an expeditious manner. respect our community has for the facility and programs offered at Solana Vista. ways there to be of service to the people of But Mr. Speaker, I cannot support the $15 The journey to academic excellence begins Humatak and to demonstrate that village's billion funding package proposed in this Con- at Solana Vista for our K-3 students. Their hospitality. I will miss him. The people of ference Agreement for H.R. 1141, because of educational progression continues at the Humatak will miss him. Adios Tun Jose. the non-emergency items that are attached to CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1025 it. There were plenty of non-emergency items constituent of mine, Gordon South. Gordon angered, kept no record of wrongs, always attached by the House; and there were plenty has made a difference by volunteering his protected, trusted, hoped, and persevered. He of non-emergency items attached by the other time and efforts to help protect and support was happiest on festive occasions, with holi- body; but finally, there were even more non- the environment. day meals and a lap full of adoring grand- emergency items attached by the conferees Throughout his life, Gordon has dem- children. He ended all his visits with his grand- we sent to the conference table. onstrated his unswerving dedication to the children with ``grand daddy loves you'' and For example, the President asked for $6 bil- earth and its inhabitants. Since the time he none ever doubted that he did. lion in emergency funding for Kosovo-related was eight years old, Gordon has committed If as some say, that your children are a true military and humanitarian needs; the House his summers to helping Dr. Laura de Ghetaldi measure of a man, then Mr. Bob was very doubled that amount to $12 billion; and our with her orphaned fawn and injured deer reha- successful. His daughters Carolyn and Martha conferees somehow wrestled that up to $15 bilitation program south of Boulder. This has and grandchildren Ann, Rebecca, Mitchell and billion. It's almost as if we think the longer we not always been an easy task. He has bottle Catherine would make any man proud, and wait the more ``late penalties'' we have to pay. fed injured deer, tracked down poachers who are a true legacy. Given even more delay, I'm afraid this Con- have shot re-released deer, and he has The world is a better place for his having ference Agreement would become the supple- grieved when some of the deer died after val- lived. All who knew him are enriched by his mental that ate the surplus. iant attempts to save their lives. Such was the kind ways and charm. I was privileged to have Were our colleagues saving their so-called case this year when a black bear mauled and been associated with Mr. Bob. emergencies for a rainy day? On this rainy killed all of the fawns and adult deer in the re- f day, Mr. Speaker, it's raining money, which habilitation program. this provision is siphoning out of the Social In addition to his rehabilitation work, Gordon BEST WISHES TO PRESIDENT LEE Security trust fund. And I cannot support that has participated in the Boulder County Junior TENG-HUI misuse of power and abuse of the public's Ranger Program committing long hours to re- trust. pairing and building trailheads. He also volun- HON. ROBERT A. UNDERWOOD f teers in the surgical unit and the Foster Pro- gram at the Humane Society of Boulder Coun- OF GUAM EQUAL ACCESS TO REPRODUCTIVE ty. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HEALTH CARE On top of his volunteerism, Gordon is a Wednesday, May 19, 1999 solid student at Fairview High School where Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, the Re- HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ he competes on the track and cross-country public of China on Taiwan is a modern country OF CALIFORNIA teams. After graduation this year, he plans to led by President Lee Teng-hui, who believes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES attend Colorado State University and one day that Taiwan's future lies in a strong democracy become a veterinarian. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 with a free enterprise system. Taiwan's de- Mr. Speaker, as our nation is engaged in a mocracy is highly renowned in much of the Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to dialogue about our youth and the causes of developing world. Three years ago, Taiwan report to my colleagues the actions of the youth violence, we must not forget about citizens freely elected Mr. Lee as their presi- House Armed Services Committee. I want to those youngsters who are making worthy con- dent. This was the first democratically-held commend the committee for the important step tributions to our communities. I take great election for the people of Taiwan. Moreover, it has made toward providing equal access to pride in honoring Gordon South and his Taiwan's free enterprise system has produced reproductive health care for U.S. service- achievements, his passion for the earth its a strong and vibrant economy in addition to a women and dependents. wildlife, and his future endeavors. His is a les- high standard of living for its people. During the committee's debate of the FY son we all can learn from. On the third anniversary of Taiwan's free 2000 Department of Defense Authorization bill, f elections, it is important to realize that Taiwan I was proud to continue the work of my friend appreciates its relationship with the United and our former colleague Congresswoman TRIBUTE TO ROBERT MITCHELL States. I wish to pay tribute to President Lee Jane Harman. I know my fellow Members join LOWE Teng-hui, Vice President Lien Chan, and For- me in recognition of her efforts in this area. eign Minister Jason Hu for their outstanding The bill endorsed today by the committee HON. MARION BERRY leadership. Their leadership has assured that safeguards abortion services for those whose OF ARKANSAS Taiwan fulfills its potential to become a full- pregnancies are due to rape and incest. This IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fledged developed economy. The United is good news for American soldiers and de- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 States values their friendship and stands in pendents, and it's good news for our armed support of their work. May their continued forces. Mr. BERRY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to leadership allow Taiwan to forever shine as a I am disappointed that the committee chose pay tribute to a dear friend, business asso- beacon of freedom in the Far East. Our very to reverse the Personnel Subcommittee's bi- ciate, mentor, and father-in-law, Mr. Robert best to you President Lee Teng-hui, Vice partisan endorsement of my amendment to re- Mitchell Lowe. President Lien Chan, and Foreign Minister verse the ban on privately funded abortions at Mr. Bob, as he was known in his home town Jason Hu. U.S. military facilities overseas. Nevertheless, of Gillett, AR, was born, raised, and lived the our fighting men and womenÐand their fami- life of a gentleman by any and all definitions. f liesÐwill benefit from the committee's decision He was a superb father and incomparable today. grandfather, caring and adoring husband. He HONORING EDNA SKEETE I look forward to working with my colleagues defined southern gentleman. MITCHELL on the house floor to ensure that we make life He taught by example, he loved unselfishly, safer and healthier for our military women and and he was never envious of others. HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL dependents, because that makes for a better He loved his family unconditionally, just be- OF NEW YORK prepared, more able fighting force. This is in- cause they were his. His great joy in life was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES deed a major victory for our servicewomen doing for his family, especially his grand- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 and military families. children. He established a place in Gillett, AR f that will be known to his family forever as Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to ``home.'' A safe haven, where you are always honor Edna Skeete Mitchell, a marvelous lady HONORING GORDON SOUTH welcome, loved, cared for and safe. from Barbados, who is celebrating her 100th I took care of Mr. Bob's business for almost birthday. HON. MARK UDALL thirty-five years, and made some monumental She was born October 10, 1898, the second OF COLORADO mistakes, but he never once criticized me or of seven children born to Gertrude and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES offered a critical word. Charles Skeete. She came to the United His great love for his church, farm, friends States in 1922 and soon after met and mar- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 and neighbors is what makes rural America ried K. Claude Mitchell. They had two children, Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise the great place it is. He was never boastful, both of whom have enjoyed professional suc- today to honor a gifted and compassionate proud, rude, or self-seeking. He was not easily cess. E1026 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 Mrs. Mitchell acquired from her grandmother tions. The result is that state courts are in- countries like Russia and Iraq. Clearly, these a recognition that a good education is a ne- creasingly deciding out-of-state residents' young people are interested in more than just cessity. She and her siblings were all edu- claims against out-of-state companies under their personal agendas. Sophomores, they cated and her children continued that fine tra- other states' laws. When state courts preside may be, but they are hardly sophomoric. dition here in the United States. Her son over class actions involving claims of residents If I may, Mr. Speaker, I'd like to enter into Claude, Jr. received his MSW from City Uni- of more than one state (especially nationwide the record the names of these students to rec- versity and her daughter Joan is active in the class actions), they end up dictating the sub- ognize their efforts. They are: Josh Baker, Alumnae chapter of Delta Sigma Theta. stantive laws of other states, sometimes over Katherine Bolton, Jon Chester, Greg Cole, After her husband died, she raised her chil- the protests of those other states. Jenny Eck, Julie Fiocchi, Jay Gustafson, Lexi dren while working at New York Cornell Hos- At present, our federal diversity jurisdiction Hayes, Janna Hoffman, Sari Hirsch, Bridgette pital as a dietitian assistant. statutes essentially provide that interstate dis- Jung, Sandi Kaplan, Nancy Keene, Chris At her family birthday party in October of putes involving significant sums of money may Krakowski, Stephanie Laouras, Kerry Lee, El- last year, family members came from as far be heard in a federal court. But because class liott Levy, Elaine London, Andrew Mast, Steve away as Barbados, Canada, Massachusetts actions (as we now know them) did not exist Meisinger, Muhammed Mekki, Rob Pantle, and Virginia as well as the tri-state area to cel- when those statutes were initially framed, Mary Patchell, Michael Posternack, Jeanette ebrate her centenary. One nephew from Bar- class actions were omitted, leading to out- Schaller, Jeremy Silver, James Sinkovitz, Mat- bados, who is Consul to Sweden, brought her rageous results. For example, under current thew Spraker, Melissa Spreckman, Jori Swift, a gold heart as a symbol of the kind law, a citizen of one state usually may bring Karli Tracey, Tracy Watson, Zachary Weiner, heartedness she showed him and others of in a federal court a simple $75,001 slip-and- Lara Weinstein, and Mara Weisman. I want to the family. Another, a Dean at Howard Univer- fall action against a party from another state. commend all of them for showing interest in sity, served as emcee. But if a class of 25 million product owners liv- the issues that affect our district, country, and Mrs. Mitchell still is a member of St. Am- ing in all 50 states bring claims collectively our world, and I am very happy to represent brose Episcopal Church. She epitomizes what worth $15 billion against the product manufac- them in the Congress. immigrants have done for America. Giving all turer, that lawsuit usually must be heard in a f and raising children who, with every genera- state court. tion, contribute still more. We are fortunate Our legislation offers a solution to class ac- COMMEMORATING THE 19TH ANNI- that she came to us and I congratulate her on tion abuse by making it easier for plaintiff VERSARY OF THE WISCONSIN IN- this special birthday. class members and defendants to remove STITUTE FOR TORAH STUDY f class actions to federal court, where cases in- volving multiple state laws are more appro- HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA INTRODUCTION OF THE INTER- priately heard. OF WISCONSIN STATE CLASS ACTION JURISDIC- This legislation does not limit the ability of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TION ACT anyone to file a class action lawsuit. It does Wednesday, May 19, 1999 not change anybody's rights to recovery. It HON. BOB GOODLATTE merely closes the loophole, allowing federal Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF VIRGINIA courts to hear big lawsuits involving truly inter- recognize a nationally acclaimed Jewish resi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES state issues, while ensuring that purely local dential high school, the Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study, on its 19th anniversary. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 controversies remain in state courts. This is exactly what the framers of the Constitution The school, or Yeshiva, was founded in Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, today I rise had in mind when they established federal di- 1980 to provide a unique high school and on behalf on my colleagues Mr. BOUCHER, Mr. versity jurisdiction. post-high school experience. Its programs at- BRYANT and Mr. MORAN of Virginia to intro- I urge my colleagues to support this impor- tract students from major cities across the duce important bipartisan legislation to correct tant legislation. country. The high school program offers a a serious flaw in our federal jurisdiction stat- f comprehensive Torah study curriculum and, utes. In recent years, the number of class ac- simultaneously, an intensive college-pre- tion filings has risen dramatically and the large RECOGNIZING STUDENTS WHO paratory general studies program. The Bais majority of these cases are brought in state CARE Medrash is the advanced, post high school courts. A 1999 survey indicates that the num- program. ber of state court class actions pending HON. JOHN EDWARD PORTER As a testament to its growth and strength, against surveyed companies has increased by OF ILLINOIS the institute will expand due to steadily in- 1,042 percent over the ten-year period 1988± IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES creasing enrollment. When completed, the ex- 1998. This increase in class action filings has panded facility will house a new Bais been accompanied by a number of abuses of Wednesday, May 19, 1999 Medrash, labs and classrooms. our judicial system. Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, it is often said The Wisconsin Institute for Torah Study also Interstate class actions are flooding into cer- that the youth of America are indifferent. We honors this year its twin pillars of strength in tain state courts because those courts tend to hear that they simply do not care about the the community: Armin and Hollie Nankin. favor local lawyers in cases against out-of- issues at all, except those narrow issues that Armin, past president of the Jewish Commu- state companies; however, state courts are affect them personally. With so many repeat- nity Center and former board member of the often ill-equipped to handle such cases. Many ing this view, I am pleased to highlight the ef- Milwaukee Jewish Federation, and his wife state courts don't have either the support staff forts of young people in Illinois' 10th District Hollie have seen the school through some and other resources or the complex litigation that contradict this stereotype. very difficult moments, and have served hum- experience to handle interstate class actions, I recently received a package of letters from bly and with dignity as a beacon of light and which often involve thousands (and sometimes David Hirsch, a teacher in the Deerfield High a source of strength. They have been actively millions) of purported class members. School English Department. His sophomore involved with many other organizations, includ- In addition to forum-shopping, lawyers fre- English class had used the issues in my an- ing Hillel Academy and Congregations Beth quently exploit major loopholes in federal juris- nual constituent survey for a policy debate Israel and Lake Park Synagogue. They are diction statutes to block the removal of class unit, and as part of this unit, each student the single most generous donors to the expan- actions that belong in federal court. For exam- wrote a letter to me detailing their opinions on sion campaign of the Wisconsin Institute for ple, plaintiffs' counsel may name parties that some of these issues. The 56 letters that I re- Torah Study, and through their encourage- are not really relevant to the class claims in an ceived from these young constituents were not ment have caused others to lend support. effort to destroy diversity. In other cases, only impressive in that they were well-thought The involvement of Armin and Hollie Nankin counsel may waive federal law claims or out and well-written, but equally impressive in is summed up in three phrases: Quick minds, shave the amount of damages claimed to en- the genuine concern that these young men for their keen insight to the community's sure that the action will remain in state court. and women showed for issues ranging from needs. Strong feelings, for their deep concern Some state courts use very lax class certifi- the protection of the Earth from pollution to the for the people in their lives and the commu- cation criteria, making virtually any controversy protection of children from guns. These stu- nity. And, deep impacts for an array of causes subject to class action treatment and allowing dents also expressed concern about people in and institutions which are better today for their state courts to hear purely interstate class ac- other nations, and our relationships with other involvement. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1027 In Hebrew, Torah literally means teachings bearing scales on one hand and a sword and dignityÐanother reason why I have looked up or learning. By their involvement the Nankins book on the other. The blindfold symbolizes to her all these years. have taught us the meaning of devotion and equality for all under the law; the scalesÐbal- Last April, Justice Weeks has decided to generosity. ance; the swordÐstrength; and the bookÐin- step down and retire from the bench. Although Mr. Speaker it is with immense pride and tellect. a welcome boon to family and friends, her re- gratitude that I commend Armin and Hollie In my opinion, Guam Supreme Court Justice tirement has surely left a great void within the Nankin for their service to the community, and Janet Healy Weeks is the absolute personi- island's judiciary. The decades of service she it is with great happiness and best wishes for fication of this mythical figure. After having dedicated to the people of Guam has truly continued success that I congratulate the Wis- been personally acquainted with this dynamic earned her a place in our hearts. Her hus- consin Institute for Torah Study on its 19th an- lady for so many years, I have to give her my band, retired Navy Commander George H. niversary. deepest respect and admiration. As Microne- Weeks, and their children, Susan and George, f sia's first woman lawyer and first woman certainly have every right to celebrate and be judge, Justice Weeks' niche in the annals of proud of this esteemed lady, dedicated jurist, HONORING BERNARD CEDARBAUM the Guam judicial system had long been se- and fellow public servant. On behalf of the cured. people of Guam, I say, ``Si Yu'os Ma'ase'' to HON. NITA M. LOWEY A native of Quincy, Massachusetts, Justice a distinguished community leader for having OF NEW YORK Weeks received a degree in Chemistry from been such an exemplary role model and for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Emmanuel College in Boston in 1955. She her invaluable services to the island of Guam. holds an L.L.D. from Boston College Law Wednesday, May 19, 1999 School and an honorary L.L.D. from the Uni- f Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, the Scarsdale versity of Guam. Upon her graduation from Bowl Award, Scarsdale's highest civic honor, law school in 1958, she was selected for the HONORING JOHN PETER CALVELLI has been given annually since 1943 to honor Attorney General's Honor Graduate Program. ``one who has given unselfishly of time, en- She served under that capacity with the De- HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL ergy, and effort to serve the civic welfare of partment of Justice in Washington, D.C., until the community.'' Today, I would like to recog- 1961. Having been admitted to practice law in OF NEW YORK nize a resident of my district who, through the District Court of Guam, the Supreme Judi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nearly three decades of tireless community cial Court of Massachusetts, the U.S. Court of Wednesday, May 19, 1999 service, perfectly embodies the spirit of this Military Appeals, the U.S. Courts of Appeals award. for the Ninth Circuit, and the Supreme Court Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, just over forty Since moving to Scarsdale 28 years ago, of the United States, Justice Weeks became years ago a young man came to our country Bernard Cedarbaum has chaired or served on an associate in the law firm of Trapp and who, like so many before him, was seeking a no fewer than ten of Scarsdale's boards, Gayle in 1971. In 1973, she was made a part- better life. And like so many before him, he councils and committees. He is one of a very ner in the law firm of Trapp, Gayle, Teker, not only found that better life but made our small group of residents to have served on Weeks & Friedman. country better for his coming here. John Peter both the board of education (1979±85) and the Appointed to the Superior Court of Guam in Calvelli is one of those individuals. village board of trustees (1993±98). A natural 1975, she went on to serve as a Superior John was born in Vico, Aprigliano in the leader and common sense decision-maker, Court Judge until 1996 when she was ap- province of Cosenza, Italy. On January 24th, Mr. Cedarbaum has presided over the Town pointed to the newly created Supreme Court 1958 he married his wife Rose and they were Club, Scarsdale Foundation, Environmental of Guam. She also sat in the Supreme Court blessed with two children, Louis and John. Advisory Council and Greenacres Association. of the Federated States of Micronesia from Upon his arrival in the United States in August Those who have served with Mr. Cedarbaum 1982 through 1988. From 1977 to 1993 and of 1958, John began working for G.A.L., an el- admire his intelligence, sense of fairness, rea- again from 1996 until April of this year, Justice evator company currently located in the Bronx sonable approach to problem-solving, and his Weeks was designated a judge at the U.S. and in 1971 joined the New York City Transit quick sense of humor. District Court of Guam. In 1993, she was ap- Authority as a car inspector, where he re- Mr. Cedarbaum's commitment to a success- pointed Associate Justice in the Supreme ceived many commendations for his job per- ful professional career has always been bal- Court of the Republic of Palau, a position she formance. During his spare time he devoted anced with an unyielding dedication to vol- holds to this day. many hours to the betterment of our local unteerism. Remarkably, Mr. Cedarbaum dedi- Justice Weeks holds memberships with the community through his active involvement in cated countless hours to the town of American Bar Association, the Federal Bar As- many worthwhile charitable organizations. He Scarsdale while he worked as a partner at the sociation, the Guam Bar Association, the is an active member and Past President of the law firm of Carter, Ledyard & Milburn, pre- American Trial Lawyers Association, the San Fili Fraternity Club, an organization dedi- sided over the New York State Bar Associa- American Judges Association and the National cated to promoting the Italian heritage organi- tion's Corporation and Business Law Section, Association of Women Judges. In addition, zation as well as providing needed funds to and participated on various committees of the she has also been involved with the Guam students to help defray the increasing cost of New York City Association of the Bar. Law Revision Commission, the National Con- higher education. His active participation as a The Scarsdale Bowl Award marks Mr. ference of Trial Judges, the Territorial Law Li- lay leader for the Salesian Cooperators has Cedarbaum's fulfillment of his goal, to make a brary and the Territorial Crime Commission, served as a source of religious, spiritual and valuable contribution to the community in Task Force on Courts, Prosecution and De- financial support for the students and faculty which he lives. I join with the residents of fense. In 1973, she was a member of the of Salesian High School. This spirit of commu- Scarsdale in applauding Mr. Cedarbaum's Catholic School Board of Guam. nity concern is manifested in his children: commitment to our community and I am proud As a jurist, Justice Weeks is beyond re- Louis serves as the Vice President for Devel- to officially recognize this remarkable civic proach. While on the bench, she always en- opment of Salesian High School and John leader for his many years of service. deavored to dispense equal justice to all. Fa- serves as my Administrative Assistant. f voritism and preferential treatment has no On the evening of Friday, May 14, 1999 place in her courtroom. This fact is the source members and friends of the NYC Transit Au- HONORING GUAM SUPREME COURT of my undying respect for her. thority will be hosting a dinner to celebrate a JUSTICE JANET HEALY WEEKS Justice Weeks' devotion to the island of new chapter in John's life: his retirement. I am Guam, its people, and the judicial system is confident that he will spend the coming years HON. ROBERT A. UNDERWOOD her utmost legacy. While on Guam, Justice to continue his work on behalf of our commu- OF GUAM Weeks lived through some personal misfor- nity and spend time with his new grandchild, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tunes enough to overcome and embitter the John Domenico. I salute him and thank him best among us. For over a quarter of a cen- for his work on behalf of the entire community Wednesday, May 19, 1999 tury, she has chosen to stay on Guam and and look forward to sharing many special Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, ``Justice'' weather every storm that came her way. events in the coming years with him and the is often represented by a blindfolded lady Through it all she maintained her grace and entire Calvelli family. E1028 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 BUSINESS MEAL DEDUCTION Chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus threats,'' this bill closes a loophole commonly LEGISLATION and is a Life Member of the NAACP. used by accused stalkers to avoid conviction. This year the Gary NAACP will honor five The bill also include bail restrictions and en- HON. MAC COLLINS outstanding leaders for their efforts to further hanced sentencing provisions for repeat-of- OF GEORGIA equality in society. Joining more than five hun- fenders, along with the requirement that a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dred outstanding civil, community, and reli- mandatory protection order be issued for the gious leaders of the region, the following dis- victim. Wednesday, May 19, 1999 tinguished individuals will be inducted as life I've seen first-hand the horrible effects Mr. COLLINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to members of the Gary NAACP: Louise Lee, wrought on the lives of innocent people by introduce legislation which provides much Foster Stephens, and Father Pat Gaza of stalkers. I've met people who face each day needed tax relief to working Americans who Gary, Indiana; James Sudlek of Hammond, In- with an overwhelming fear for their safety, travel extensively for a living and are subject diana; and Joyce Washington of Calumet City, people whose spirits have been worn down by to the hours of service limitations of the De- Illinois. a undaunted menace. Congress must do more partment of Transportation. The Taxpayer Re- The Gary NAACP was organized in 1915 by to protect these people, and I see this legisla- lief Act of 1997 included a provision which a group of residents that felt there was a need tion as an important step in that direction. I phased in over ten years an increase in the for an organization that would monitor and de- certainly hope that my colleagues will agree deductibility of business meal expenses from fend the rights of African-Americans in North- with me. 50 percent to 80 percent for these individuals. west Indiana. The national organization, of f However, that phase in is simply too long. My which the Gary branch is a member, focuses INTRODUCTION OF H.R. 1835, legislation is very straightforward. It will accel- on providing better and more positive ways of NORTH KOREA THREAT REDUC- erate the timetable and make the 80 percent addressing the important issues facing minori- TION ACT OF 1999 deduction effective for tax years beginning ties in social and job-related settings. Like the after December 31, 1999. Like current law, the national organization, the Gary branch of the acceleration is applicable to individuals subject NAACP serves its community by combating in- HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN to Department of Transportation hours of serv- justice, discrimination, and unfair treatment in OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ice limitations. our society. This measure is important because the Fed- Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distin- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 eral government requires thousands of work- guished colleagues to join me in paying tribute Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to ers to spend many nights away from home. As to Louise Lee, Foster Stephens, James announce the introduction of the North Korea a result, these individuals spend funds on Sudlek, Father Pat Gaza, and Joyce Wash- Threat Reduction Act of 1999, H.R. 1835. I am meals that would otherwise not be expended. ington, as well as the other members of the joined in introducing this legislation by a very These expenses are not made on elaborate, Gary NAACP for the efforts, activities, and distinguished bipartisan list of cosponsors, in- expensive business meals. These purchases leadership that these outstanding men and cluding Congressmen SHERROD BROWN and are more typically made at roadside facilities women have utilized to improve the quality of MARK SANFORD of our Committee on Inter- when travelers must stop for the night in order life for all residents of Indiana's First Congres- national Relations, CHRIS COX, chairman of to comply with Federal regulations. However, sional District. our House Republican Policy Committee, the consistency of these required purchases f JOHN KASICH, chairman of our Committee on ensure even frugal meal purchases add up to the Budget, JOE KNOLLENBERG of our Com- INTRODUCTION OF THE STALKING significant amounts annually. mittee on Appropriations, and DAVID MCINTOSH Mr. Speaker, I strongly urge my colleagues PREVENTION AND VICTIM PRO- of our Committee on Government Reform and to join me in the effort to provide a modest tax TECTION ACT OF 1999 Oversight. reduction for the working men and women of This legislation seeks to improve U.S. policy this country who travel the highways for a liv- HON. SUE W. KELLY toward North Korea by weaving together the ing. OF NEW YORK various elements of our policy into a com- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prehensive whole, and redirecting our policy in Wednesday, May 19, 1999 ways that will better advance our national in- COMMENDING THE GARY, INDIANA terest. NAACP Mrs. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today for It has long been obvious that U.S. policy to- the purpose of introducing the Stalking Pre- ward North Korea is in need of an overhaul. HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY vention and Victim Protection Act of 1999. That is why the Administration agreed last OF INDIANA This legislation addresses a problem of in- year to appoint a Special Policy Coordinator IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES creasing prevalence in our nation. While stalk- for North Korea, Dr. William Perry, to review ing is perhaps most popularly regarded as a the policy and make recommendations for re- Wednesday, May 19, 1999 crime only to be dealt with by celebrities with structuring it. Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my dis- bodyguards and fortress-like estates, this is The legislation that we are introducing today tinct pleasure to commend the members of the simply not the case. According to statistics re- is designed to complement and reinforce Dr. Gary, Indiana, branch of the National Associa- leased by the Justice Department, over Perry's efforts to rationalize U.S. policy toward tion for the Advancement of Colored People 1,000,000 women and 370,000 men are vic- North Korea. Our new policy must be: com- (NAACP). On Friday, May 21, 1999, the Gary timized by stalkers every year. These esti- prehensive; integrated and coordinated with NAACP will hold its 36th Annual Life Member- mates greatly exceed previous estimates, and our Japanese and South Korean allies; ship Banquet and Scholarship Dinner at the clearly indicate a need for legislative redress. backed by strengthened conventional military St. Timothy Community Church in Gary, Indi- For this reason, I am reintroducing legislation deterrence and theater missile defense; en- ana. that will provide greater protection to stalking gender a willingness to undertake tough This annual event is a major fundraiser for victims. measures in the name of national security; the Gary branch of the NAACP. The funds This legislation builds on an important anti- and be founded on a step-by-step program of generated through this activity, and others like stalking law enacted in 1996. The Interstate conditional reciprocity. it, go directly to the organization's needed pro- Stalking Punishment and Prevention Act, There remains a great deal of skepticism in grams and advocacy efforts. In addition, the which was introduced by my colleague Con- the Congress about the 1994 Agreed Frame- dinner serves to update and keep the commu- gressman Royce, marked a significant stride work between the United States and North nity aware of the activities, accomplishments, in the effort to stop and prevent stalking, as it Korea, under which North Korea has become and accolades of the local and national chap- established for the first time federal penalties the largest recipient of U.S. foreign assistance ters of the NAACP on an annual basis. for interstate stalking. My bill seeks to en- in East Asia. The underground facility at The featured speaker at this gala event will hance the ability of law enforcement to arrest Kumchang-ri may indicate that North Korea be South Carolina's Congressman James E. and prosecute stalkers by broadening the defi- continues to pursue a nuclear weapons pro- Clyburn. Representative Clyburn represents nition of stalking to include interstate commu- gram notwithstanding the Agreed Framework. the 6th Congressional District of South Caro- nications such as mail and e-mail. Further- Other press reports suggest that North Korea lina and was first elected to Congress in No- more, by criminalizing ``threatening behavior'' may be building a parallel, uranium-based nu- vember of 1992. He currently serves as the as opposed to ``the demonstration of specific clear program. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1029 Despite the skepticism of many of us in Dr. Perry completes his final deliberations later Government of North Korea has committed Congress, H.R. 1835 does not seek to termi- this month, it is imperative that his policy rec- not to test, manufacture, produce, receive, nate U.S. support for the Agreed Framework. ommendations address the issues identified in possess, store, deploy, or use nuclear weap- ons, and not to possess nuclear reprocessing To the contrary, our legislation would, for the H.R. 1835 if the Administration hopes to gar- or uranium enrichment facilities; first time ever, authorize the Administration's ner the support of Congress and the American (2) the parties to the Agreed Framework full request for U.S. assistance to the Korean people. We are confident that Dr. Perry's rec- have taken and continue to take demon- Peninsula Energy Development Organization ommendations will address these issues, and strable steps to pursue the North-South dia- in FY 2000. The Administration's request of that the upshot will be a convergence between logue; $55 million includes a $20 million increase Congress and the Administration over policy (3) North Korea is complying with all pro- visions of the Agreed Framework; over this year's funding level, and we have not toward North Korea. (4) the effort to can and safely store all taken issue with this increase. H.R. 1835 spent fuel from North Korea’s graphite-mod- We have, however, insisted on strict adher- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- erated nuclear reactors has been successfully ence by North Korea to its obligations under resentatives of the United States of America in concluded; (5) North Korea has not diverted assistance the Agreed Framework before these funds can Congress assembled, be released. Our conditions are, with one ex- provided by the United States for purposes SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. for which it was not intended; ception, based on those contained in current This Act may be cited as the ‘‘North Korea (6) the United States has reached agree- law, and therefore should be acceptable to the Threat Reduction Act of 1999’’. ment with North Korea satisfying United Administration. SEC. 2. FINDINGS. States concerns regarding suspect under- The one exception is a new requirement we The Congress makes the following findings: ground construction, and North Korea has have added for a certification by the President (1) Under the Agreed Framework of Octo- complied with its obligations under that that North Korea is not seeking to develop or ber 21, 1994, the Democratic People’s Repub- agreement; acquire the capability to enrich uranium. This lic of Korea (North Korea) committed to (7) North Korea is not seeking to develop freeze and eventually dismantle its nuclear or acquire the capability to enrich uranium, requirement is intended to draw attention to or any additional capability to reprocess the fact that it would make no sense for the program, in exchange for annual deliveries of 500,000 tons of heavy fuel oil, and the con- spent nuclear fuel; and United States to proceed with the Agreed struction of two 1,000 megawatt light water (8) the United States has made and is con- FrameworkÐwhich fundamentally is intended nuclear power reactors costing approxi- tinuing to make significant progress on to deny North Korea plutonium that it could mately $5,000,000,000. eliminating the North Korean ballistic mis- use to build nuclear bombsÐif North Korea is (2) The discovery of an apparent under- sile threat, including its ballistic missile ex- developing the capability to enrich uranium as ground nuclear-related facility at ports. (d) WITHHOLDING OF FUNDS PENDING SOLICI- an alternative source of fissile material. Kumchang-ri, North Korea brought into question North Korea’s commitment to abide TATION OF ALL POTENTIAL DONOR GOVERN- Our legislation also insists on strict compli- MENTS TO KEDO.—Amounts appropriated in ance by North Korea with its obligations under by the conditions of the 1994 Geneva Agreed Framework. excess of $35,000,000 pursuant to the author- the Agreed Framework before key U.S. nu- (3) North Korea’s ongoing development, ization of appropriations under subsection clear components can be transferred to North production, testing, deployment, and pro- (a) may not be made available to KEDO until Korea in connection with the construction liferation of ballistic missiles presents a the President determines and reports to the there of two light water nuclear reactors. The clear and present danger to forward-deployed Committees on International Relations and Agreed Framework's most important require- United States Armed Forces in Asia, United Appropriations of the House of Representa- States friends and allies, and the United tives and the Committees on Foreign Rela- ments in this respect are that the International tions and Appropriations of the Senate Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) must be fully States. (4) North Korea has become the largest re- that— satisfied that North Korea is not cheating on (1) the United States has asked all poten- cipient of United States foreign assistance in tial donor governments, including Taiwan, its obligations under the Nuclear Non-Pro- East Asia, valued at over $225,000,000 in 1998 to contribute to KEDO; liferation Treaty, and that North Korea must alone. (2) no contributions offered uncondition- allow the IAEA to carry out whatever inspec- (5) North Korea is a major producer of ally by such governments to KEDO have tions it deems necessary to verify that North opium and increasingly is involved in illicit been declined; and Korea is not cheating. Under our legislation, narcotics trafficking. (3) even after such contributions are re- key U.S. nuclear reactor components cannot SEC. 3. ASSISTANCE FOR THE KOREAN PENIN- ceived, KEDO will have financial require- be transferred to North Korea unless the SULA ENERGY DEVELOPMENT ORGA- ments in fiscal year 2000 that can only be President certifies that these requirements of NIZATION. met by the provision of more than $35,000,000 (a) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— in assistance from the United States. the Agreed Framework have been met, and (1) IN GENERAL.—There is authorized to be Congress has approved legislation concurring (e) LIMITATION ON USE OF SPECIAL AUTHORI- appropriated for fiscal year 2000 $55,000,000 TIES.—The authority of section 614 of the in the President's certification. for assistance to the Korean Peninsula En- Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. Our legislation addresses the North Korean ergy Development Organization (KEDO). 2364) may not be used to authorize the provi- missile threat by conditioning any relaxation of (2) ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENT—Assistance sion of assistance that cannot be provided the current U.S. trade embargo of North Korea under paragraph (1) may be provided not- due to any prohibition, restriction, or condi- on progress in eliminating that threat. Specifi- withstanding any other provision of law tion on release of funds that is contained in cally, our legislation requires North Korea to (other than subsections (b), (c), (d), and (e) of subsection (b), (c), or (d). this section). accept the Administration's current demands SEC. 4. FOOD ASSISTANCE TO NORTH KOREA. (b) PROHIBITION ON ASSISTANCE TO NUCLEAR Notwithstanding any other provision of that North Korea institute a total ban on mis- REACTOR CONSTRUCTION.—Notwithstanding sile exports, and terminate its long-range mis- law, none of the funds authorized to be ap- any other provision of law, none of the funds propriated by section 3(a), or made available sile program. authorized to be appropriated by subsection under any other provision of law, may be Finally, our legislation addresses a number (a), or made available under any other provi- made available for food assistance for North of other elements of our North Korea policy. sion of law, may be used to assist the con- Korea until the President determines and re- The legislation requires effective monitoring of struction of nuclear reactors in North Korea. ports to the Committees on International U.S. food shipments to North Korea to ensure (c) CONDITIONS FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS.— Relations and Appropriations of the House of that the assistance is not being diverted to the Notwithstanding any other provision of law, Representatives and the Committees on For- none of the funds authorized to be appro- eign Relations and Appropriations of the North Korean military. It authorizes $10 million priated by subsection (a), or made available to begin to set up a joint early warning system Senate that— under any other provision of law, may be (1) the Government of the Republic of in the Asia-Pacific region to continuously made available to KEDO, or for assistance to Korea concurs in the delivery and procedures share information on missile launches de- North Korea for purposes related to the for delivery of United States food assistance tected by governments participating in the sys- Agreed Framework, until the President de- to North Korea; tem. It authorizes $30 million to assist North termines and reports to the Committees on (2) previous United States food assistance Korean refugees in China and to support the International Relations and Appropriations to North Korea has not been significantly di- resettlement of such refugees in South Korea of the House of Representatives and the verted to military use; Committees on Foreign Relations and Appro- and other neighboring countries. (3) North Korean military stocks have been priations of the Senate that— expended to respond to unmet food aid needs We do not anticipate moving H.R. 1835 for- (1) the parties to the Agreed Framework in North Korea. ward through the legislative process until we have taken and continue to take demon- (4) the United Nations World Food Pro- have received Dr. Perry's recommendations strable steps to implement the Joint Dec- gram or other private voluntary organiza- regarding U.S. policy toward North Korea. As laration on Denuclearization in which the tions registered with the United States E1030 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999

Agency for International Development have (1) CONTINUATION OF RESTRICTIONS.—All mination and report submitted under sub- been permitted to take and have taken all prohibitions and restrictions on transactions section (b). reasonable steps to ensure that food deliv- and activities with North Korea imposed SEC. 7. BALLISTIC MISSILE DEFENSE IN THE eries will not be diverted from intended re- under section 5(b) of the Trading with the ASIA-PACIFIC REGION. cipients, including unannounced, unsched- Enemy Act (as in effect on July 1, 1977), as (a) POLICY OF THE UNITED STATES.—It shall uled, and unsupervised visits to recipient in- set forth in part 500 of title 31, Code of Fed- be the policy of the United States to work stitutions and farmers’ markets by Korean- eral Regulations as in effect on April 1, 1999, with friendly governments in the Asia-Pa- speaking monitors affiliated with the United shall remain in effect until the President cific region to develop and deploy ballistic Nations World Food Program or other pri- submits the determination and report de- missile defense capable of countering bal- vate voluntary organizations registered with scribed in subsection (b), and— listic missile threats in the region. the United States Agency for International (A) the authority of section 501.803 of title (b) JOINT EARLY WARNING SYSTEM.—Of the Development; and 31, Code of Federal Regulations (relating to funds appropriated to carry out the provi- (5) the United States Government has di- the authority to modify chapter V of title 31, sions of section 23 of the Arms Export Con- rectly, and indirectly through appropriate Code of Federal Regulations) and other pro- trol for fiscal year 2000, up to $10,000,000 is international organizations, encouraged visions of law may not be used to modify authorized to be made available to support North Korea to initiate fundamental struc- such prohibitions and restrictions, as in ef- the establishment of a joint early warning tural reforms of its agricultural sector. fect on such date, and system in the Asia-Pacific region. Such sys- SEC. 5. RESTRICTIONS ON NUCLEAR COOPERA- (B) no prohibition or restriction on trans- tem shall have as its purpose the continuous TION WITH NORTH KOREA. actions or activities set forth in subpart B of sharing of information on missile launches (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any part 500 of title 31, Code of Federal Regula- detected by the governments participating in other provision of law or any international tions, as in effect on April 1, 1999, may be au- the system, and may include the establish- agreement, no agreement for cooperation (as thorized after that date, other than those ment by such governments of a joint early defined in sec. 11 b. of the Atomic Energy transactions and activities specifically au- warning center. Act of 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2014 b.)) between the thorized under subpart E of such part, United States and North Korea may become SEC. 8. REFUGEES FROM NORTH KOREA. effective, no license may be issued for export until such determination and report are so (a) POLICY OF THE UNITED STATES.—It shall directly or indirectly to North Korea of any submitted. be the policy of the United States to oppose nuclear material, facilities, components, or (2) REVOCATION OF PRIOR MODIFICATIONS AND the involuntary return of the North Korean other goods, services, or technology that AUTHORIZATIONS.—Any modification other- refugees to North Korea, to support the pro- would be subject to such agreement, and no wise prohibited under paragraph (1)(A) that vision of international assistance to such approval may be given for the transfer or re- is made after April 1, 1999, and before the refugees in the People’s Republic of China transfer directly or indirectly to North date of enactment of this Act, and any au- and other countries of asylum, and to facili- Korea of any nuclear material, facilities, thorization granted after April 1, 1999, and tate the resettlement of such refugees in components, or other goods, services, or before the date of enactment of this Act, for South Korea and other neighboring coun- technology that would be subject to such a transaction or activity otherwise prohib- tries. agreement, until— ited under paragraph (1)(B), shall be revoked (b) AUTHORIZATION OF ASSISTANCE FOR REF- (1) the President determines and reports to as of such date of enactment. UGEES FROM NORTH KOREA.—Of the funds ap- the Committee on International Relations of (b) TERMINATION OF RESTRICTIONS.—The de- propriated for ‘‘Migration and Refugee As- the House of Representatives and the Com- termination and report referred to in sub- sistance’’ for fiscal year 2000, up to $30,000,000 mittee on Foreign Relations of the Senate section (a) is a determination by the Presi- is authorized to be made available for assist- that— dent, reported to the Committee on Inter- ance to North Korean refugees in the Peo- (A) North Korea has come into full compli- national Relations of the House of Rep- ple’s Republic of China and other countries ance with its safeguards agreement with the resentatives and the Committee on Foreign of asylum, and to support the resettlement IAEA (INFCIRC/403), and has taken all steps Relations of the Senate, that— of such refugees in South Korea and other that have been deemed necessary by the (1) North Korea has agreed to institute a neighboring countries. IAEA in this regard; total ban on exports of missiles, missile com- SEC. 9. REPORT TO CONGRESS ON THE AGREED (B) North Korea has permitted the IAEA ponents, and missile technology; FRAMEWORK. full access to all additional sites and all in- (2) there is no credible evidence that North Not later than 90 days after the date of en- formation (including historical records) Korea has, during the 1-year period prior to actment of this Act, the President shall sub- deemed necessary by the IAEA to verify the the date of the President’s determination, mit to the Committees on International Re- accuracy and completeness of North Korea’s exported missiles, missile components, or lations and Appropriations of the House of initial report of May 4, 1992, to the IAEA on missile technology; Representatives and the Committees on For- all nuclear sites and material in North (3) North Korea has terminated its long- eign Relations and Appropriations of the Korea. range missile program, including all efforts Senate a report on the following: (C) North Korea is in full compliance with to acquire, develop, test, produce, or deploy (1) The projected total cost of the two 1000 its obligations under the Agreed Framework; such missiles; MW(e) light water nuclear reactors that are (D) North Korea is in full compliance with (4) North Korea is in full compliance with to be constructed in North Korea pursuant to its obligations under the Joint Declaration its obligations under the Agreed Framework; the Agreed Framework, the portion of this on Denuclearization; (5) North Korea is in full compliance with total cost that South Korea and Japan have (E) North Korea does not have the capa- its obligations under the Joint Declaration committed to pay, the potential sources of bility to enrich uranium, and is not seeking on Denuclearization; funding for the portion of this total cost that to acquire or develop such capability, or any (6) North Korea does not have the capa- South Korea and Japan have not committed additional capability to reprocess spent nu- bility to enrich uranium, and is not seeking to pay, and the maximum portion of this clear fuel; to acquire or develop such capability, or any total cost, if any, that the President antici- (F) North Korea has terminated its nuclear additional capability to reprocess spent nu- pates will be paid by the United States. weapons program, including all efforts to ac- clear fuel; and (2) Of the projected total cost identified in quire, develop, test, produce, or deploy such (7) North Korea has terminated its nuclear response to paragraph (1), the portion of this weapons; and weapons program, including all efforts to ac- cost that North Korea will be obligated to (G) the transfer to North Korea of key nu- quire, develop, test, produce, or deploy such repay, the likely terms upon which such re- clear components, under the proposed agree- weapons; and payment will be required, and the possible ment for cooperation with North Korea and (c) REIMPOSITION OF RESTRICTIONS.—Should sources of revenue from which such repay- in accordance with the Agreed Framework, the President become aware of information ment will be made. is in the national interest of the United establishing that North Korea— (3) The degree to which North Korea’s elec- States; and (1) has exported missiles, missile compo- (2) there is enacted a joint resolution stat- trical power distribution network will have nents, or missile technology, to be upgraded in order to distribute the ing in substance that the Congress concurs (2) is seeking to acquire, develop, test, in the determination and report of the Presi- electrical power that will be generated by produce, or deploy long-range missiles, the two 1000 MW(e) light water nuclear reac- dent submitted pursuant to paragraph (1). (3) is not in full compliance with its obliga- (b) CONSTRUCTION.—The restrictions con- tors that are to be constructed in North tions under the Agreed Framework or the tained in subsection (a) shall apply in addi- Korea pursuant to the Agreed Framework, Joint Declaration on Denuclearization, tion to all other applicable procedures, re- the projected cost of such upgrades, and the (4) has the capability to enrich uranium or quirements, and restrictions contained in possible sources of funding for such up- is seeking to acquire or develop such capa- the Atomic Energy Act of 1954 and other grades. bility or additional capability to reprocess laws. (4) The advantages to North Korea of build- spent nuclear fuel, or ing non-nuclear power plants rather than SEC. 6. CONTINUATION OF RESTRICTIONS ON (5) is seeking to acquire, develop, test, TRANSACTIONS WITH NORTH KOREA light water nuclear power plants, including— PENDING PROGRESS ON BALLISTIC produce, or deploy nuclear weapons, (A) the cost saving that could be realized MISSILE ISSUES. then the requirements of subsection (a) shall by building non-nuclear electric power (a) CONTINUATION OF RESTRICTIONS.— be reimposed notwithstanding any deter- plants with a total generation capacity of CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1031 2000 MW(e) rather than two light water nu- punishments would deter such crimes from re- have shown us how anti-American they are. I clear power plants with that same capacity; curring. was offended by an article in the May 18 issue (B) the projected date by which non-nu- We are facing a crisis in this countryÐa cri- of the Indian Express, which Dr. Gurmit Singh clear electric power plants with a total gen- sis of abuse and neglect of America's seniors. eration capacity of 2000 MW(e) could be com- Aulakh, President of the Council of Khalistan, pleted, compared with the projected date by With this legislation, we can work in a bipar- shared with me. In the article, the Indian De- which two light water nuclear power plants tisan manner with our colleagues in the House fense Minister, a man named George with that same capacity will be completed; and Senate to ensure that they are not taken Fernandes, describes the United States as and advantage of anymore. ``vulgarly arrogant'' and accused the United (C) the advantages for electric power dis- f States and NATO of ``aggression against tribution that could be realized by building a CONGRATULATIONS TO THE Yugoslavia.'' number of non-nuclear electric power plants The meeting he was addressing, which was PRESIDENT OF TAIWAN, THE with a total generation capacity of 2000 called by India, was also attended by rep- MW(e) rather than two light water nuclear HONORABLE LEE TENG-HUI power plants with that same capacity. resentatives from China, Cuba, Yugoslavia, SEC. 10. DEFINITIONS. Russia, Libya, and Iraq, which leads me to HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA wonder where the North Koreans were. They In this Act: OF AMERICAN SAMOA (1) AGREED FRAMEWORK.—The term belong in this motley collection of America- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘Agreed Framework’’ means the ‘‘Agreed bashers as much as any of these other coun- Framework Between the United States of Wednesday, May 19, 1999 tries. America and the Democratic People’s Repub- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, on be- The article says that everyone at the meet- lic of Korea’’, signed in Geneva on October half of our colleagues in the United States ing agreed that ``We have to stop the U.S. It 21, 1994, and the Confidential Minute to that Congress and our great Nation, I want to take started with Iraq, now Yugoslavia. We don't Agreement. know who's next.'' The Russian Ambassador (2) IAEA.—The term ‘‘IAEA’’ means the this opportunity to extend to the President of International Atomic Energy Agency. Taiwan, the Honorable Lee Teng-Hui, our asked ``India and China to join us in stopping (3) KEDO.—The term ‘‘KEDO’’ means the deepest congratulations on his third anniver- U.S. attempts to dominate the world.'' Korean Peninsula Energy Development Orga- sary in office, which shall be celebrated tomor- I would like to remind my colleagues that nization. row, May 20th. India is one of the largest recipients of Amer- (4) NORTH KOREA.—The term ‘‘North Mr. Speaker, President Lee is to be com- ican foreign aid. Does this sound to you like Korea’’ means the Democratic People’s Re- mended for his astute leadership of the affairs a country we should be supporting with the tax public of Korea. of Taiwan, which is reflected by Taiwan's envi- dollars of the American people? It doesn't (5) LONG RANGE MISSILE.—The term ‘‘long able position of prosperity and stability as it sound like that kind of country to me. range missile’’ means a missile with a range Remember that it was India that started the of 1000 kilometers or more. prepared to enter the 21st century. nuclear arms race in South Asia by setting off (6) JOINT DECLARATION ON While much of the Asia-Pacific region is still DENUCLEARIZATION.—The term ‘‘Joint Dec- mired in the turbulent winds of the Asian finan- five nuclear devices. It is India that refuses to laration on Denuclearization’’ means the cial crisis. Taiwan's economy has weathered sign the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty. Joint Declaration on the Denuclearization of the storm remarkably well. In the last three India has attacked Pakistan twice and invaded the Korean Peninsula, signed by the Repub- years, President Lee's policies have directly Sri Lanka once. lic of Korea and the Democratic People’s Re- contributed to steady economic growth in Tai- Whether or not one agrees with President public of Korea on January 1, 1992. wan. Clinton's policy in Kosovo, we went there to f Mr. Speaker, President Lee is to be further stop the ``ethnic cleansing'' of the Kosovars by commended for expending Taiwan's sub- the Serbian government. Yet we have averted SENIORS SAFETY ACT OF 1999 stantive relations with countries in the inter- our glance from a similar campaign throughout national community. Taiwan is too important of India, a situation the Indian Supreme Court HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. an economic force to be relegated into political described as ``worse than a genocide.'' This OF MICHIGAN isolation. to that effect, President Lee must be ethnic cleansing has taken the lives of over IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES credited with recently establishing diplomatic 250,000 Sikhs since 1984, over 200,000 ties with the nation of Macedonia. Christians in Nagaland since 1947, over Wednesday, May 19, 1999 I am also encouraged, Mr. Speaker, that 60,000 Muslims in Kashmir since 1988, and Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, crimes and President Lee has acknowledged the critical thousands upon thousands of Dalits, Assam- abuses against senors have become an in- importance of Maintaining positive relations ese, Manipuris, Tamils, and other minority creasing problem in America. From physical with the People's Republic of China. In rec- peoples. India claims that it is democratic, but assault to health care fraud and telemarketing ognition of that vital goal, President Lee has there is not democracy for these and other mi- scams, which cost Americans approximately strongly supported continuing the Cross-Strait norities. Currently, there are 17 independence $40 billion per year, our seniors are being Dialogue with the PRC. This dialogue is cru- movements in the nations under Indian con- abused physically and financially. Such cial for resolving misunderstandings between trol. Now India is joining with some of the abuses take place intentionally, but also in the Beijing and Taipei and Washington, and is of world's most tyrannical police states in a joint form of neglect. For example, seniors in nurs- fundamental importance in maintaining peace effort to ``stop the U.S.'' Not only that, but the ing homes often fail to receive the care and and stability in the Taiwan Strait and for all of so-called ``world's largest democracy'' orga- medications they needÐan alarming occur- Asia. nized the meeting. rence considering that some experts estimate Mr. Speaker, the people of the United We must stop funneling American money to that over 40 percent of seniors will need some States have been and will always be close countries that are repressive and are con- form of nursing care. friends of the good people of Taiwan. At this spiring with our enemies against this country. This is why I, along with Representatives auspicious time celebrating the third anniver- We should place stringent economic sanctions UDALL and HOEFFEL, am introducing the Sen- sary of President Lee's tenure in office, let us on India to stop the repression and the anti- iors Safety Act of 1999. This bill represents a all join in wishing President Lee and the peo- American activities, and we should apply comprehensive solution to the problems I've ple of Taiwan continued good health, peace every kind of peaceful pressure that we can to just described. It takes a two-pronged ap- and prosperity in the years ahead. secure for the minority peoples and nations of proachÐprevention and punishmentÐto f South Asia the right to determine their own fu- crimes against seniors, including health care INDIAN DEFENSE MINISTER’S tures democratically in a free and fair vote, not fraud, injury, telemarketing scams, nursing STATEMENT SHOWS THAT INDIA by the force of Indian bayonets. This is our home neglect. IS ANTI-AMERICAN duty to the people of the world. We must In addressing prevention, the bill directs the begin today. Attorney General to conduct a study of what I would like my colleagues to read the In- crimes are committed, what the risk factors HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS dian Express article, which is alarming, so I OF NEW YORK are, and what strategies can prevent future would like to submit it for the RECORD. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES occurrences. From that information, we can GEORGE LEADS ENVOYS IN BASHING ‘A create real solutions to this ever-increasing Wednesday, May 19, 1999 VULGARLY ARROGANT US’ problem. The bill also directs the Sentencing Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, we knew that New Delhi, May 17: Yugoslavia, Iraq, Cuba, Commission to determine whether enhanced India was a repressive tyranny. Now they Libya, Russia, China—and India. That these E1032 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 countries produce the world’s finest boxers freedom, sovereignty and territorial integ- from the bombing, not because there is eth- probably had something to do with a session rity,’’ he said. nic cleansing. We in Iraq know what it of US-bashing inside stuffy, old Sapru House Others said the Cold War may be over, and means to live in the middle of bombs explod- in Delhi today. And also that each one of the USSR may have disintegrated, but watch ing all around,’’ said Iraqi ambassador Salah them have had a diplomatic disagreement out for a new world order. ‘‘They (the US) Al-Mukhtar. with the US some time or the other. Defence are showing Russia and others what they can George Fernandes agreed, and summarised. Minister George Fernandes’ Samata Party do. We want India and China to join us in He said the US has run away from all norms had organised the meeting ‘‘to denounce the stopping US attempts to dominate the world. set by the United Nations. ‘‘The UN hardly US-led NATO’s aggression on Yugoslavia’’. The equation is: To be, or not to be,’’ said has a say these days, America merely wished Fernandes, typically led from the front Russian Ambassador Albert S. Tchernshyev. its way to doing what it’s doing. Therefore, against a ‘‘much stronger and a vulgarly ar- ‘‘The forthcoming 21st century should not we (referring to Russia, China, India, Libya, rogant United States’’ since the days of the witness a unipolar world,’’ added China’s po- Cuba, Iraq and Libya) who represent more Vietnam war. Envoys from the other six litical counsellor Liu Jenfeng, venting Chi- than half the world’s population must get to- countries to India added a long list of adjec- na’s anger over NATO’s bombing the Chinese gether to stop the US-led NATO hegemony.’’ tives in the same vein. embassy in Belgrade which left three dead He pointed out that the new doctrine ‘‘We have to stop the US,’’ agreed every- and 20 injured. adopted by NATO on its 50th anniversary on one, ‘‘It started with Iraq, now Yugoslavia. The ambassadors from Cuba, Libya and April 23, when Yugoslav towns were being We don’t know who’s next.’’ In their anxiety, Iraq narrated their stories to express support bombed, made it clear that the military alli- and in their furious speeches, there were sub- for ‘‘Yugoslavia’s resilience’’. ‘‘How can they ance was free to attack any sovereign coun- tle messages being put across. Like Yugoslav pretend to solve a conflict by using destruc- try if it ‘‘thought that country was doing or Ambassador Cedomir Strbac’s statement tive weapons themselves. For 38 years, they was likely to do anything against the inter- that Belgrade was ready to ‘‘guarantee all have held us to ransom with embargos,’’ said ests of any NATO country’’. Fernandes Kosovars substantial autonomy’’ in accord- Cuban Ambassador Olga Chamero Trias. ‘‘We added: ‘‘That the United States is the author ance with international standards. have been called terrorists and law-breakers of this doctrine does not need to be ‘‘But only if NATO stops its air strikes and all these years. Now who is breaking the emphasised here.’’ a political dialogue is initiated in accord- law?’’ said Libyan Ambassador Nuri Al- At the end of it all, inside the stuffy, old ance with Gandhinan principles. We are Fituri El-Madani. ‘‘People in Kosovo are be- auditorium, an emotional Yugoslav ambas- ready to accept a solution which respects our coming refugees because they are fleeing sador Strbac stood up and said ‘‘Jai Hind’’. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1033 SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS 10 a.m. Indian Affairs Environment and Public Works To hold oversight hearings on Native Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, To hold hearings on proposed legislation American Youth Activities and Initia- agreed to by the Senate on February 4, authorizing funds for programs of the tives. 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Comprehensive Environmental Re- SR–485 tem for a computerized schedule of all sponse, Liability, and Compensation 10 a.m. Judiciary meetings and hearings of Senate com- Act of 1980 (Superfund). SD–406 Immigration Subcommittee mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- Foreign Relations To hold hearings to examine immigrant tees, and committees of conference. Near Eastern and South Asian Affairs Sub- contributions to the United States This title requires all such committees committee Armed Forces. to notify the Office of the Senate Daily To hold hearings on political and mili- SD–226 Digest—designated by the Rules com- tary developments in India. Foreign Relations mittee—of the time, place, and purpose SD–562 To hold hearings to examine a protocol of the meetings, when scheduled, and Finance to reconstitute the Anti-Ballistic Mis- sile (ABM) Treaty with four new part- any cancellations or changes in the To resume oversight hearings on the en- forcement activities of the United ners. meetings as they occur. States Customs Service, focusing on SD–562 As an additional procedure along commercial operations. 2 p.m. with the computerization of this infor- SD–215 Commerce, Science, and Transportation To hold oversight hearings on activities mation, the Office of the Senate Daily Judiciary To hold hearings to review the Library of of the Federal Communications Com- Digest will prepare this information for mission. printing in the Extensions of Remarks Congress’ Copyright Office report on distance education in the digital envi- SR–253 section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ronment. Intelligence on Monday and Wednesday of each SD–226 To hold closed hearings on pending intel- week. Small Business ligence matters. To hold hearings relating to education SH–219 Meetings scheduled for Thursday, 2:30 p.m. May 20, 1999 may be found in the Daily and business success. SR–428A Energy and Natural Resources Digest of today’s RECORD. 2:15 p.m. Forests and Public Land Management Sub- Commerce, Science, and Transportation committee MEETINGS SCHEDULED Aviation Subcommittee To hold hearings on S.510, to preserve the To hold hearings on proposed legislation sovereignty of the United States over public lands and acquired lands owned MAY 24 authorizing funds for research and de- velopment programs for the Federal by the United States, and to preserve 1 p.m. State sovereignty and private property Aviation Administration, Department Aging rights in non-Federal lands sur- of Transportation. To hold hearings to examine Health Care rounding those public lands and ac- SR–253 Financing Administration assessment’s quired lands. Energy and Natural Resources of home health care access. SD–366 National Parks, Historic Preservation, and SD–366 Recreation Subcommittee 1:30 p.m. MAY 27 To hold hearings on S.140, to establish Appropriations the Thomas Cole National Historic Site 9:30 a.m. Defense Subcommittee in the State of New York as an affili- Energy and Natural Resources Business meeting to markup proposed ated area of the National Park System; To hold hearings on the nomination of legislation making appropriations for David L. Goldwyn, of the District of fiscal year 2000 for the Department of S.734, entitled the ‘‘National Discovery Trails Act of 1999’’; S.762, to direct the Columbia to be an Assistant Secretary Defense. of Energy (International Affairs). SD–192 Secretary of the Interior to conduct a feasibility study on the inclusion of the SD–366 10 a.m. MAY 25 Miami Circle in Biscayne National Park; S.938, to eliminate restrictions Commerce, Science, and Transportation 9:30 a.m. on the acquisition of certain land con- To hold hearings on S.761, to regulate Commerce, Science, and Transportation tiguous to Hawaii Volcanoes National interstate commerce by electronic To hold hearings on S.798, to promote Park; S.939, to correct spelling errors means by permitting and encouraging electronic commerce by encouraging in the statutory designations of Hawai- the continued expansion of electronic and facilitating the use of encryption commerce through the operation of ian National Parks; S.946, to authorize in interstate commerce consistent with free market forces. the Secretary of the Interior to trans- the protection of national security. SR–253 fer administrative jurisdiction over SR–253 Foreign Relations land within the boundaries of the Home Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions East Asian and Pacific Affairs Sub- of Franklin D. Roosevelt National His- Business meeting to consider the Health committee toric Site to the Archivist of the Information Confidentiality Act; To hold hearings to examine the Chinese United States for the construction of a S.Con.Res.28, urging the Congress and Embassy bombing and its effects on visitor center; and S.955, to allow the the President to increase funding for United States-China relations. National Park Service to acquire cer- the Pell Grant Program and existing SD–562 tain land for addition to the Wilderness Campus-Based Aid Programs; the nom- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions ination of James Roger Angel, of Ari- Battlefied in Virginia, as previously To hold hearings on proposed legislation zona, to be a Member of the Board of authorized by law, by purchase or ex- authorizing funds for the National En- Trustees of the Barry Goldwater Schol- change as well as by donation. dowment for the Arts. arship and Excellence in Education SD–366 SD–628 Foundation; and the nomination of 2 p.m. Zalmay Khalilzad, of Maryland, to be a MAY 26 Energy and Natural Resources Member of the Board of Directors of 9:30 a.m. Water and Power Subcommittee the United States Institute of Peace. Environment and Public Works To hold hearings on S.623, to amend Pub- SD–628 To hold hearings on proposed legislation lic Law 89-108 to increase authorization Year 2000 Technology Problem authorizing funds for programs of the levels for State and Indian tribal, mu- To hold hearings to explore individual Comprehensive Environmental Re- nicipal, rural, and industrial water sup- and community Y2K preparedness, and sponse, Liability, and Compensation plies, to meet current and future water the media’s role in providing Y2K in- Act of 1980 (Superfund). quantity and quality needs of the Red formation. SD–406 River Valley, to deauthorize certain SH–216 Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions project features and irrigation service Energy and Natural Resources Employment, Safety and Training Sub- areas, to enhance natural resources To hold oversight hearings on state committee and fish and wildlife habitat; S.244, to progress in retail electricity competi- To hold hearings to examine mine safety authorize the construction of the Lewis tion. and health issues. and Clark Rural Water System and to SD–366 SD–628 authorize assistance to the Lewis and E1034 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 19, 1999 Clark Rural Water System, Inc., a non- JUNE 9 Environment and Public Works profit corporation, for the planning and 9:30 a.m. To hold hearings on S.533, to amend the construction of the water supply sys- Environment and Public Works Solid Waste Disposal Act to authorize tem; S.769, to provide a final settle- Transportation and Infrastructure Sub- local governments and Governors to re- ment on certain debt owed by the city committee strict receipt of out-of-State municipal of Dickinson, North Dakota, for the To resume hearings on the implementa- solid waste; and S.872, to impose cer- construction of the bascule gates on tion of the Transportation Equity Act tain limits on the receipt of out-of- the Dickinson Dam; and S.1027, to reau- for the 21st century. State municipal solid waste, to author- thorize the participation of the Bureau SD–406 ize State and local controls over the of Reclamation in the Deschutes Re- 2 p.m. flow of municipal solid waste. sources Conservancy. Energy and Natural Resources SD–406 SD–366 Water and Power Subcommittee To hold oversight hearings on the proc- Foreign Relations SEPTEMBER 28 ess to determine the future of the four To hold hearings on the nomination of lower Snake River dams and conduct 9:30 a.m. David B. Sandalow, of the District of oversight on the Northwest Power Veterans Affairs Columbia, to be Assistant Secretary of Planning Council’s Framework Proc- To hold joint hearings with the House State for Oceans and International En- ess. Committee on Veterans Affairs to re- vironmental and Scientific Affairs. SD–366 view the legislative recommendations SD–562 of the American Legion. 2:30 p.m. JUNE 17 345 Cannon Building Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions 9:30 a.m. Aging Subcommittee Commerce, Science, and Transportation To resume hearings on issues relating to To hold hearings on mergers and consoli- the Older Americans Act. dations in the communications indus- SD–628 try. SR–253