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RECOGNIZING BRADLEY C. Under Bernie Dittman’s leadership, WABB children; as well as countless friends and loyal KEENEY FOR ACHIEVING THE became one of the longest-running and most employees that he leaves behind. RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT successful Top 40 radio stations in the United Our thoughts and prayers are with them all States. at this difficult time. HON. SAM GRAVES The station has also spearheaded over the f years the move to more equality in the hiring OF MISSOURI PAYING TRIBUTE TO JEANETTE of on-air personalities and staff members. In IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ROBINSON fact, WABB was one of the first stations in Wednesday, December 6, 2006 south Alabama to hire both women and Afri- Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause can-Americans for important announcer posi- HON. JON C. PORTER OF NEVADA to recognize Bradley Keeney, a very special tions. WABB has also been a critical part of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES young man who has exemplified the finest Mobile’s emergency broadcast community and qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- played a crucial role in providing information to Wednesday, December 6, 2006 ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- listeners during Hurricane Frederic (1979) and Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ica, Troop 357, and in earning the most pres- Hurricane Ivan (2004). During Ivan, WABB honor Jeanette Robinson in recognition of her tigious award of Eagle Scout. was one of the few stations in the area able multiple accomplishments as a professional Bradley has been very active with his troop, to transmit continuously during the storm with- bowler. participating in many scout activities. Over the out losing power. Following the end of the Jeanette has been inducted into seven many years Bradley has been involved with storm, the station also led the effort to collect bowling halls of fame and is the only person Scouting, he has not only earned numerous and distribute relief material to neighboring to have attained this great honor. Her competi- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- States which had also been severely affected. tion and coaching endeavors have allowed her ily, peers, and community. It is with extreme Aside from his professional obligations, Ber- to travel the world and work with the best pleasure that I commend the dedication Brad- nie ensured that WABB and its family of em- players internationally. Jeanette has also ley has shown. ployees took an active role in the life of the bowled a competitive frame in 49 of 50 states. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Mobile community. Jeanette grew up in Flint, Michigan and commending Bradley for his accomplishments For the past 47 years, the station has oper- picked up her first bowling ball in 1956 at age with the Boy Scouts of America and for his ef- ated the WABB Community Club Awards Pro- 28. By 1957, Jeanette was coaching youth forts put forth in achieving the highest distinc- gram of Greater Mobile, which has provided and seniors in addition to running leagues and tion of Eagle Scout. I am proud to represent over $250,000 in financial awards to local tournaments full-time. As the first known per- Bradley in the United States House of Rep- civic, religious, and cultural institutions. Addi- son to organize and promote national bowling resentatives. tionally, the station has been a 40-year spon- tournaments for the deaf and the blind in 1958 f sor of the Greater Gulf State Fair, a 35-year and 1959, she laid the foundation for making sponsor of the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing bowling a sport for everyone. HONORING THE MEMORY OF MR. Rodeo, and a long-time sponsor of both the As more coaching opportunities became BERNARD SIDNEY DITTMAN Senior Bowl and GMAC Bowl college football available, Jeanette’s travels increased, and games. she was chosen president of the Professional HON. JO BONNER Additionally, the Boys and Girls Clubs of Women’s Bowlers Association in 1965. She OF ALABAMA Greater Mobile, the United States Marine held this position for 10 years until stepping IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Corps Toys for Tots program, the Mobile Ron- down in 1975. Under her leadership, the wom- ald McDonald House and numerous other or- en’s professional bowling tour grew exponen- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 ganizations advocating area youth have bene- tially. Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, Mobile County fited tremendously from Bernie’s leadership Although Jeanette still bowls today, her true and indeed the entire State of Alabama re- and community involvement. In fact, the area love is coaching and she currently holds the cently lost a dear friend, and I rise today to Toys for Tots program holds the record for the position of resident professional at The Orle- honor him and pay tribute to his memory. Mr. single largest toy collection anywhere in the ans Bowling Center. Her work with the local Bernard Sidney Dittman, known as ‘‘Bernie’’ to United States, with over 100,000 toys col- Las Vegas high school leagues, professional his many friends and family, was a devoted lected—due in no small part to the efforts of tours and family bowlers at The Orleans is family man and dedicated community leader Bernie and his entire team. most rewarding because it is the legacy of her throughout his life. Bernie was a longtime member of the Ala- sport that she hopes to see passed on from Bernie purchased WABB–AM in Mobile, Ala- bama Broadcasters’ Association and the Na- generation to generation. bama, in 1959. This station, previously owned tional Association of Broadcasters and in 2000 Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Jeanette by the Mobile Press-Register newspaper orga- was the recipient of the Greater Mobile Adver- Robinson. Her lifetime contributions to the nization, first went on the air in 1948 with call tising Federation Silver Medal Award. sport of bowling are truly commendable. I wish letters that stand for ‘‘Alabama’s Best Broad- Mr. Speaker, there have been few individ- her the best in all of her future endeavors. casters.’’ uals more important to the broadcast profes- f One year later, Bernie moved to Mobile and sion in Alabama or to the life of their local IN RECOGNITION OF THE AUXIL- completely changed the broadcast format of community than Bernie Dittman. IARY TO BELLEVUE HOSPITAL the station. His conversion of WABB from a He was an outstanding example of the qual- CENTER, INC. ON THE OCCASION country station to Top 40 propelled WABB to ity individuals who have devoted their lives to OF THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF the position of the leading station in that for- the field of broadcasting, and I ask my col- ITS FOUNDING mat and one of the premiere stations any- leagues to join with me in remembering a where along Alabama’s Gulf Coast. dedicated community leader and friend to In 1973, Bernie took WABB in a new direc- many throughout south Alabama. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY OF NEW YORK tion when the station added a new FM signal Bernie Dittman loved life and lived it to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and began to broadcast a progressive rock fullest, and his passing marks a tremendous format. At a time when most automobiles were loss for all of south Alabama. He will be deep- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 not equipped with FM receivers, Bernie and ly missed by many, most especially his wife, Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to his team ran an extensive series of on-air pro- Judith S. Dittman; his 3 daughters, Betsy honor the Auxiliary to Bellevue Hospital Cen- motions encouraging the installation of low- Dittman, Stephanie Teichmer, and Marsha ter, Inc., which is celebrating its 100th anniver- cost FM receivers. Scimo; his sister Sylvia Scott; and 3 grand- sary of service to the community. During that

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VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06DE8.045 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2134 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 time, the Auxiliary has developed into an in- sion. Today’s Auxiliary is a vibrant organiza- In appreciation of Jack’s latest gift, the Hos- valuable resource for Bellevue Hospital, one of tion comprised of caring and involved people pital District’s Board of Directors have decided our Nation’s most renowned hospitals. Over who pride themselves on having an impact on to name the new cancer center the Lou and the past 100 years the Auxiliary has provided the well-being of all of the patients of Bellevue Jack Finney Cancer Center in honor of Jack in excess of $45 million in support, piloted nu- Hospital Center. and his late wife, Lou House Finney. Lou and merous new programs and been a source of Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Jack were married for 68 years prior to her satisfying work for thousands of volunteers. At in saluting the hard-working, caring and com- death in 2005. their gala recognizing, they are honoring Rita passionate volunteers of the Auxiliary to Belle- During the reception honoring Jack’s gift, J. Kaplan, for her philanthropy, Dr. Robert S. vue for their 100 years of service to the pa- Mayor Tom Oliver of Greenville proclaimed Holzman, for patient care, and Michael tients of Bellevue Hospital. Every patient who August 15th ‘‘Jack Finney Day’’ in the City of ‘‘Buzzy’’ O’Keeffe, for community service. passed through its doors has benefitted from Greenville. They are all sterling examples of the extraor- their dedication. It has been speculated that Jack’s gift is the dinary volunteers who have made the Auxiliary f largest single gift that an individual has ever such a superb institution. made to a non-profit organization in Hunt The Auxiliary was founded in 1906 by a CELEBRATION OF FREEDOM County, and that certainly speaks volumes group of socially conscious women who want- about Jack’s generosity. Having given his ed to support the Bellevue Tuberculosis Clinic. HON. FRANK R. WOLF time, money, and energy to so many worthy Among other things, they created a Day Camp OF VIRGINIA causes it is not surprising for Jack to have in 1908 on the old ferryboat ‘‘Southfield,’’ an- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES celebrated his 90th birthday with so large and chored off the Bellevue Hospital grounds, so charitable a gift. The community is fortunate Wednesday, December 6, 2006 that patients could spend time in the open air. indeed to have so generous a benefactor. Contemporaneously, another group of philan- Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, when the Con- Jack has spent his life serving and enriching thropic-minded women formed the Convales- gress was in recess this fall, a significant mile- the community, and his latest gift only further cent Relief Committee to assist in the well- stone in the fight for freedom occurred. reinforces this legacy. being, care and convalescence of Bellevue This past October 23 marked the 50th anni- Mr. Speaker, as we adjourn today, let us do patients. In 1907 a third group, The Syna- versary of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. I so in appreciation of the benevolence of this gogue Committee formed to translate for Yid- want to recognize the young freedom fighters fine man and my friend—Jack Finney. dish-speaking Bellevue patients and provide who on that day against monumental odds, f for their social service needs. put their lives on the line to fight for the libera- The three groups grew steadily until their tion of their country from the oppression of a CONGRATULATING ST. THOMAS’ work encompassed every ward and clinic at dominating communist empire. EPISCOPAL SCOTTISH ARTS PRO- the hospital. Eventually they recognized that They are true heroes, not only to citizens of GRAM they would accomplish more by working to- Hungarian origin who have come to America, gether. Thus, in 1940 the Auxiliary merged but to freedom-loving people around the world. HON. JOHN ABNEY CULBERSON with the Convalescent Relief Committee and As we remember the sacrifice of these free- OF TEXAS the Synagogue Committee and in 1945 the dom fighters, it is important to take the time to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Auxiliary was legally incorporated as the So- reflect upon the importance to freedom and Wednesday, December 6, 2006 cial Service Auxiliary to Bellevue Hospital. In liberty, and remember those who dedicate 1956, the organization adopted its current their lives to defending human rights. Mr. CULBERSON. Mr. Speaker, I want to name: the Auxiliary to Bellevue Hospital Cen- f congratulate the Pipe Band and Highland ter, Inc. Dancers of St. Thomas’ Episcopal Scottish Volunteers have entertained patients and HONORING JACK FINNEY Arts Program for their success and community provided caring assistance to those in need. service in Houston, Texas. Additionally, through the years, the Auxiliary’s HON. RALPH M. HALL On August 26, 2006, the St. Thomas’ Epis- volunteers have launched innumerable OF TEXAS copal School Pipe Band won their fifth Juve- projects to serve Bellevue’s patients. For ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nile World Pipe Band Championship title in Glasgow, Scotland. They also received 1st ample, in 1941 the Auxiliary founded and Wednesday, December 6, 2006 began staffing three patient libraries located in Place in Grade III Competitions at the the TB, general and psychiatric divisions. The Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to Inverkeithing and Crieff Highland Games. Interfaith Chaplaincy Program also counts on honor my friend Jack Finney. Jack recently The Highland Dancers won more than 120 Auxiliary volunteers to help them attend to the celebrated his 90th birthday by donating more medals during the August, 2006 Scotland patients’ spiritual needs. than $1 million to the Hunt Memorial Hospital competitions. The 2006 U.S. and North Amer- Volunteers have raised money for the hos- District Charitable Health Foundation. Jack’s ican Highland Dancing Champion, Carla Gard- pital through a number of different enterprises generous donation will ultimately enhance the ner, received 4th overall at the World Highland and fundraising events, providing millions of soon-to-be-built cancer center on the campus Dancing Championships. The Highland Danc- dollars for the Hospital’s needs. From thrift of Presbyterian Hospital of Greenville. ers have won 21 U.S. Championships and one shops through coffee shops, the Auxiliary has Jack has a long history of making generous World Championship. been entrepreneurial in its approach to fund- gifts to the community, having donated land, The St. Thomas’ Episcopal School Pipe raising. The Auxiliary’s Stuyvesant Square money, and his time to a variety of institutions Band and Highland Dancers are regularly in- Thrift Shop at 80th Street is considered one of such as Texas A&M University at College Sta- vited to civic and charitable events and have the best places in Manhattan to find inexpen- tion, Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum, performed for the United States Marine Corps, sive designer wear and other interesting Greenville YMCA, Greenville Chamber of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the Children’s clothes. The thrift shop is the successor to Commerce, Paris Junior College, Texas A&M Cancer Hospital at the M.D. Anderson Cancer The Little Jack Horner Shop which opened University-Commerce, the Greenville schools Center, the Special Olympics, the Susan G. during the Depression to serve patients and and many others. Other institutions that have Komen Breast Cancer Center, the Boy Scouts their families by providing low priced wares benefited from his leadership include the local of America, NASA, the Houston Museum of and clothing. The Bellevue Snack Bar opened Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, and Board of Natural Science, the Multiple Sclerosis Soci- on May 23, 1956 and has served physicians, DeveIopment as well as Texas A&M ety, the Houston Fire Department, the Hous- staff and visitors to Bellevue Hospital while Universtiy, the Texas Baptist Foundation, and ton Police Department, the Galveston Histor- providing revenue for the Auxiliary’s needs. the U.S. Small Business Administration. ical Society, the British American Business Fifty years later the snack bar, now the Coffee Jack’s efforts have led to multiple honors Council, the Heather and Thistle Society, and Shop, continues to operate. The Bellevue from Texas A&M, including his selection as a the British Consulate. Newsstand was created by the Auxiliary in Distinguished Alumnus and election to the Hall The St. Thomas’ Episcopal Scottish Arts 1970 and continues as a combination News- of Honor of the A&M Corps of Cadets. Jack Program serves to inform, educate, and enter- stand/Gift Shop. has also been honored with Greenville’s ‘‘Wor- tain the public about the Scottish performing Notwithstanding the changes that have thy Citizen’’ Award, for which he donated arts, and has helped to underscore the impor- taken place during the past 100 years, service $50,000 establishing an endowment to main- tance of maintaining and preserving ethnic ar- continues to be the Auxiliary’s primary mis- tain the annual award in perpetuity. tistic traditions. The Scottish Arts Program of

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MALONEY Make no mistake, Chris Mason was not only OF NEW YORK IN HONOR AND IN MEMORY OF a dedicated soldier who made the ultimate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ARMY SPECIALIST CHRIS MASON sacrifice serving in the uniform of his country, OF MOBILE, AL but he was also a true American hero. May he Wednesday, December 6, 2006 rest in peace. Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to HON. JO BONNER f honor the Pancyprian Association of America Choir and its 2006 honoree Nikos Mouyiaris. OF ALABAMA PAYING TRIBUTE TO CLAYTON The Pancyprian Association of America IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES GLENN Choir makes a remarkable contribution to Wednesday, December 6, 2006 American culture by combining the best of Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. JON C. PORTER Cypriot and American song and music. Their honor the life of a young man from the First OF NEVADA focus on Cypriot music helps keep the dy- Congressional District of Alabama who re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES namic culture of their heritage alive in the cently made the ultimate sacrifice in defense Wednesday, December 6, 2006 United States. The choir provides its fans a of his country while helping to spread freedom Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rich education in the music of both cultures. abroad. honor American Legionnaire Emeritus Clayton On November 4, the choir will be honoring Army SPC Chris Mason, a longtime Glenn for his lifetime of service and dedication my good friend, Nikos Mouyiaris. Nikos is an Mobilian, was assigned to the 1st Battalion, to this nation and its veterans. important, albeit unassuming, leader in the 505th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 3rd Bri- Mr. Glenn was born 86 years ago in Brock- Hellenic-American community. He never seeks gade, of the 82nd Airborne Division based at ton, MA, and has served this country since recognition for his actions, but he is unques- Fort Bragg, NC. late 1941. It was the attack on Pearl Harbor tionably the one to go to get things done. If Chris joined the Army 2 years ago and nearly 65 years ago that spurred his enlist- you need someone who will fight for human comes from a family with a long and highly re- ment into the U.S. Armed Forces. This path of rights or help a student get an education, spected history of military service—his father, service took him to military bases all across Nikos is the one to turn to. At a conference or who served two tours of duty with the Marine the United States and abroad for the ensuing gathering, Nikos will make his ideas and con- Corps in Vietnam and completed a career in 23 years. cerns heard, softly. Furthermore, because the Army, retiring with the rank of first ser- Mr. Glenn’s first stop was Ft. Devins, west people know that Nikos is worth listening to, geant, and his brother, an Army officer cur- of Boston, MA, where he served as infantry- his thoughts often prompt people to take ac- rently studying to become a chaplain. man, and then he moved on to the Jefferson tion. In short, Nikos is a man of deeds and vi- During his career in the Army, Specialist Barracks in St. Louis, MO. He soon endeav- sion. Mason set a standard of excellence and dis- ored to join the U.S. Army Air Corps, which Nikos Mouyiaris was born in Athienou, Cy- played the qualities of discipline, devotion, and was to be the predecessor to the U.S. Air prus where he attended elementary and high dedication to country that are the hallmarks of Force. There he served as an aircraft me- school. He went to England for a short time men and women throughout the long and dis- chanic until 1948. Mr. Glenn desired to be sta- and then emigrated to the United States. In tinguished history of the American military. tioned in New England, and so landed at Otis the United States he received his bachelor of Following his 1994 graduation from Baker Air Force Base in Massachusetts. science degree in chemistry and was awarded High School in Mobile, Chris became a profes- Over the next 2 years, he worked as a floor a scholarship to Rutgers University where he sional rodeo clown with the Professional man—sanding and refinishing floors, laying received his masters of science. Rodeo Cowboys’ Association. He also taught tiles and linoleum. This occupation allowed Since arriving in the United States, Nikos a commercial drivers license qualification him the adventure of even flooring inside the has achieved the American dream. Starting course at Bishop State Community College. Kennedy home while in Massachusetts. By with $6,000 that he borrowed from his brother, No matter what the task, Chris Mason under- 1950, he joined the U.S. Air Force Reserves Apostolos, Nikos created a successful busi- took every challenge with a determination to and got recalled to active duty for Korea. Al- ness, Mana Products, that employs over 600 succeed. though Mr. Glenn never made it to Korea, he people. For nearly three decades, Mana Prod- Mr. Speaker, at this difficult time, it is only did get sent to Tooele, Greenland. His return ucts has been an innovative participant in the appropriate for us to pause and give thanks to to the States brought him from Wichita Falls, beauty industry. Headquartered in New York, God that there are still young men like Chris TX to Mobile, AL. From Mobile he was sta- the company offers research, development, Mason. tioned at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada for manufacturing and other operations. The com- Chris’s life and actions personify the very a short span of time where he purchased a pany works with some of the most respected best America has to offer. I feel certain his home in Boulder City. Mr. Glenn’s final military brands and professionals around the globe. In many friends and family, as well as his com- stop was at Rantoul Air Force Base just south addition to his company, Nikos has interests in rades in the United States Army, while mourn- of Chicago, IL, in 1960 where be finished his real estate as well as investments in other ing the loss of this fine young man, are also military journey and retired 4 years later in businesses. taking this opportunity to remember his many 1964. Nikos has never forgotten the place of birth, accomplishments and to recall the fine gift From Rantoul, Mr. Glenn and his wife, Athienou in Cyprus, where he helps to support they each received simply from knowing him Theo, returned to Boulder City where he has the local home for the elderly, and has helped and having him as an integral part of their resided ever since. Having been a member of build a day care center. He has also provided lives. the American Legion for over 60 years and an funding for an archaeological expedition in the He was not only a physical presence in their active leader at the Boulder City’s Post 31 area of Athienou, Cyprus for Davidson College lives but a spiritual leader in every sense of since his time at Nellis Air Force Base has of North Carolina for several years. the word. earned him the title ‘‘Mr. American Legion’’ by Nikos also works to promote Cypriot culture Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to take fellow members and friends. Mr. Glenn has and human rights interests in the United a moment and pay tribute to SPC Chris served as post commander three times— States. As a member of the Board of Directors Mason and his selfless devotion to not only something accomplished by only two other and Trustees of the Pancyprian Association of our country and the freedom we enjoy, but to persons, and he served as district commander America, Nikos works to educate young Cyp- a people who are in the demanding but impor- from 1991–92 where he oversaw 15 State riot-Americans about the culture and ethnic tant stages of a new life—a new freedom—in posts and over 6,000 members. customs of Cyprus and Greece, and to spon- their own land. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Mr. sor cultural events. He is a member of the Mr. Speaker, we should also remember his Clayton Glenn today. His service and loyalty International Coordinating Committee Justice parents, Garland and Susie Mason, his broth- to the community, our country and our vet- for Cyprus, PSEKA, which seeks freedom and er, Garland Mason III, and his other relatives erans has earned him many accolades. I wish justice for the Cypriot people and promotes and many friends. Our prayer is that God will him the best in all his future endeavors. international human rights.

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Mr. Speaker, today, I Speaker, Billy Hibbs was a valuable member REMEMBERING BILLY EARL HIBBS submit to the House bipartisan legislation, the of the community whose years of service will ‘‘San Joaquin River Restoration Settlement provide a legacy for many years to come. HON. RALPH M. HALL Act,’’ which implements an historic water set- tlement to resolve an 18-year lawsuit to re- OF TEXAS f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES store a salmon fishery on the San Joaquin River. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 EXPRESSING SENSE OF HOUSE RE- GARDING HIRING OF MEMBERS The settlement legislation achieves two co- Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today it is my privi- OF ARMED FORCES equal goals: it restores the San Joaquin River lege to honor the life of a dear friend, Billy and secures water management objectives to Earl Hibbs, who passed away earlier this year mitigate water losses to farmers in the restora- at the age of 67. Billy was a native Texan, SPEECH OF tion process. These two elements are crucial born on September 25, 1938 in Quitman. He HON. SILVESTRE REYES to the success the Act, and they are to be im- graduated from Quitman High School and plemented in tandem. married his high school sweetheart, Eugenia OF TEXAS The main reason I became involved in this Stroud, in 1957. Eugenia and Billy had one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES issue last year was to ensure a stable water supply for Valley farmers. With that premise, child, Billy Earl Hibbs, Jr. Tuesday, December 5, 2006 Starting with a small, three-person insur- the provisions in this measure were designed ance agency, Billy grew his business into Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I would like to to make certain that water supply levels will Heartland Security Insurance Group, one of thank Chairman DUNCAN HUNTER for his lead- remain manageable for farmers as the river is the largest insurance holding companies in the ership in introducing this legislation. I am a restored. It was also important to me that im- Southwest. Heartland is one of the largest pro- strong supporter of H. Res. 1070, expressing pacts to third parties, if any, be minimal and viders of claims services to the Federal Gov- the sense of the House of Representatives voluntary and the negotiators worked hard to ernment, including all branches of the military that members of Congress should actively en- create such language. as well as non-military personnel injured in Af- gage in hiring wounded military veterans. The landmark bill introduced today gives the ghanistan and Iraq. Despite its size, Heartland Earlier this year the House Veterans Affairs people of our Valley a say in how the river is maintains its Texas roots with its headquarters Committee, of which I am a member, held a restored, as opposed to waiting for an uncer- in Tyler and continues to serve almost half the hearing for private sector representatives to tain outcome from the Federal court. This so- school districts in Texas. discuss their initiatives aimed at hiring vet- lution is science-based and included involve- The Texas Legislature recognized Billy’s ac- erans of the U.S. Armed Forces. Although ment from individuals throughout the Valley, complishments in 1981 for his success in han- companies such as Home Depot, Exxon Mo- the State and Federal agencies. dling the John Tyler High School fire loss. In bile Corporation and R&L Carriers have initi- The significance of this bill cannot be under- 1990, he led the passage of a bond measure ated plans to increase the number of veterans, stated. Over the past year and a half, count- to provide upgrades to the city of Tyler’s infra- and specifically disabled veterans, other com- less hours have been spent in developing this structure. A patron of the arts, Billy served as panies and the public sector can also improve measure, and I commend all those involved in president of the East Texas Symphony Asso- their veterans hiring practices. this balanced resolution. I especially want to express my appreciation to the Friant Water ciation and worked to relocate performances According to the U.S. Department of Labor, to the Cowan Center at U.T. Tyler. Billy also Users Authority, Natural Resources Defense younger veterans have a significantly higher Council, Department of Interior, Department of served as president of the Tyler Civic Theatre unemployment rate than those of the general where he oversaw construction of the Justice, the Department of Commerce and nu- population in the same age range. Mr. Speak- merous third parties who were involved in the Braithwaite Theater and the opening of the er, I find this situation unacceptable and I be- Rogers Children’s Theatre. As president of the development of this bill. lieve most Americans would agree that our I also thank Senator FEINSTEIN, who has in- Tyler Rotary Club he became a Paul Harris country should do more to assist these vet- Fellow. Billy was a member of the Henry Bell troduced an identical bill in the Senate, for her erans in transitioning from active duty to the steadfast commitment to this measure along Masonic Lodge, and a founding board mem- civilian workforce. ber of the Better Business Bureau of Central with the members of the Valley delegation. East Texas. He served as a board member for For that reason, I helped establish a ‘‘Vet- I’m dedicated to the passage of this meas- Leadership Tyler, the Tyler Independent erans Opportunity Conference’’ in my Con- ure in Congress and will work toward that end School District Foundation, and the Tyler gressional district of El Paso, TX, earlier this until it is signed into law. Chamber of Commerce and was a member of year. This conference brought together mem- f bers of the community, Federal and State the Order of the Rose. He was a member of ON THE INTERNATIONAL SYMPO- the Pairs and Parents Sunday School class, agencies, and businesses to assist veterans seeking to start a business, learn about State SIUM ON DEMOCRACY AND CON- an usher, and a past trustee of Marvin United GRESS IN TAIPEI, TAIWAN Methodist Church. Billy also remained active and Federal programs, and inquire about em- ployment opportunities. Having had a great re- in the Independent Insurance Agents at local, HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY State, and national levels throughout his life. sponse from our veteran community, I now OF RHODE ISLAND In 2004, Billy was inducted into the Junior plan on making this a yearly event and en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Achievement ‘‘Business Hall of Fame,’’ and courage all of my colleagues in Congress to made a member of the honor business frater- do the same in their respective districts. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 nity, Beta Gamma Sigma, at the University of Furthermore, as a U.S. Army veteran, a Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- Texas at Tyler. In 2005, Hibbs-Hallmark & strong advocate of hiring qualified veterans, er, this weekend, on December 8 and 9 in Tai- Company was honored with the Better Busi- and a member of Congress, I practice what I wan, there will be an important gathering of ness Bureau’s ‘‘Torch Award’’ for dem- preach. I am proud to have five former legislators from Pacific Rim nations to discuss onstrating a commendable ethical record over servicemembers in my El Paso and Wash- the role of congresses or legislatures in the the years, and recently, the Tyler Rotary Club ington, DC, offices. growing number of democracies developing honored Hibbs by distinguishing all present Mr. Speaker, our veterans deserve our ut- across Asia. and future donors of $1,000 as ‘‘Billy Hibbs most commitment to helping them succeed The meeting has been convened by the Pa- Fellows.’’ after their military service, and I encourage all cific Congressional Caucus, an arm of the Billy is survived by his loving wife of 48 of my colleagues to join me in voting for H. Democratic Pacific Union, DPU, a regional or- years, Eugenia ‘‘Jeannie’’ Hibbs, his son Billy Res. 1070. ganization of Pacific Rim democracies.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:17 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06DE8.117 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2137 Legislative leaders from 20 nations, includ- extending thanks for his many efforts on be- The Federation’s accomplishments extend ing Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Korea, half of south Alabama. beyond the borders of the United States. On Mexico, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, f Chios, the Chian Federation has financially the Philippines, and the host Taiwan are ex- aided nursing homes, environmental groups pected to participate. It is unfortunate that, be- PAYING TRIBUTE TO WALTER for reforestation of the island, the Korais Li- cause of our legislative schedule, no member CASEY brary and the Office of the Repatriated Chians of this House or of the other body are able to Organization, in addition to making substantial attend. HON. JON C. PORTER donations to the educational and health sys- However, Mr. Speaker, I did want to take OF NEVADA tems of Chios. note of this important meeting that will focus IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Chian Federation established the Ho- meric Award in 1977, with the idea of recog- on the role of Congress in the various demo- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 cratic governing models, such as the par- nizing individuals who have made exceptional liamentary system and the presidential sys- Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to contributions to the Hellenic community. Am- tem. Another important set of discussions will honor Mr. Walter Casey for his numerous con- bassador Vassilakis earned this honor through focus on the issue of legislative elections in tributions to his community. his outstanding service to Greece as a dip- various democracies, how they are conducted, Walter moved to Las Vegas, NV in 1951 lomat, and as a friend to the Hellenic commu- and how they are financed. under the advice of his doctor. He started out nity in New York. I congratulate Taiwan’s political leaders who working for a maintenance company and Ambassador Vassilakis was born on the is- were instrumental in creating the DPU and the eventually started a water conditioning and pu- land of Chios on June 13, 1942, where he Pacific Congressional Caucus. Taiwan’s Vice rification company called Walt Casey Water grew up and received his basic education, President Annette Lu was the prime mover in Conditioning and later Walt Casey’s Culligan graduating from the Commercial High School bringing the DPU into existence and the in the 1950s. Walt Casey’s Culligan is now of Chios. He then attended the Free University Speaker of Taiwan’s Legislative Yuan, Wang known as the largest water conditioning com- of Brussels, Belgium earning a Licence in Po- Jin-Pyng, was instrumental in establishing the pany in the state. litical and Diplomatic Sciences. Pacific Congressional Caucus and in orga- Walter also dedicated his life to enriching Mr. Vassilakis entered the Ministry of For- nizing such meetings as the one this week- the lives of others in the community. He was eign Affairs in 1972 as Embassy Attache´, and end. a founding board member of the Boys & Girls was appointed Third Secretary of Embassy at This effort in Taiwan has been truly bipar- Club of Las Vegas and served as the vice the Greek Embassy in Tirana, Albania in tisan, with Vice President Lu a member of the chairman of the Colorado River Commission. 1975. In 1977, he moved to the Foreign Min- ruling Democratic Progressive Party, and According to his son, Walter’s optimism istry’s First Department of Political Affairs, he Speaker Wang a key leader of the Nationalist helped him to devote his time and effort to de- was Head of Section for the U.S.S.R. and Party, known as the KMT. veloping promising ideas into large successes. Eastern Europe. He served as a member of Because Taiwan is one of Asia’s most dy- November 30, 2006, just 2 days after Walter various Greek delegations visiting Eastern Eu- namic democracies, it is fitting that Taiwan and his wife, Peggy, celebrated their 60th ropean countries and was a participant in the has been instrumental in forming the DPU and wedding anniversary, Walter passed away North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) and the Caucus and in organizing this symposium. from a heart attack. He was 88 years old. Common Market political experts meetings. I congratulate Taiwan and wish all the partici- Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I rec- In 1985, Mr. Vassilakis was made Consul pants a rewarding series of meetings. ognize Mr. Walter Casey for his outstanding General of Greece in San Francisco, Cali- f efforts to improve the state of Nevada. He will fornia, where he was promoted to First Coun- be greatly missed by the entire community. sellor of Embassy. In 1989, he was appointed RECOGNIZING ALABAMA STATE f Head of Section for Bilateral Greek-United REPRESENTATIVE F.P. ‘‘SKIPPY’’ States, Iranian, Turkish and Arab Countries in IN RECOGNITION OF THE CHIAN WHITE FOR OVER THREE DEC- the Foreign Ministry’s Department of Bilateral FEDERATION AND ADAMANTIOS ADES OF PUBLIC SERVICE Economic Relations. In 1990, Mr. Vassilakis (DIMIS) TH. VASSILAKIS PERMA- entered the Department of European Commu- NENT REPRESENTATIVE OF HON. JO BONNER nity Affairs. In 1991, he was named Deputy GREECE TO THE UNITED NA- OF ALABAMA Permanent Representative in the Permanent TIONS, RECIPIENT OF THE 29TH Mission of Greece to the United Nations, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ANNUAL HOMERIC AWARD Wednesday, December 6, 2006 in 1994, he became Charge´ d’Affaires. In 1998, he was promoted to Minister Pleni- Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY potentiary (1st class). From 1999, Mr. pride and pleasure that I rise today to recog- OF NEW YORK Vassilakis served as Director General for Eu- nize Alabama State Representative F.P. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ropean Affairs and Director of the Centre for ‘‘Skippy’’ White for his dedicated, faithful pub- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Analysis and Planning in Greece’s Ministry of lic service to the citizens of Baldwin and Foreign Affairs. In 2002, he was appointed to Escambia Counties. Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay his present position. Representative White has been a tremen- tribute to the Chian Federation, which is pre- Ambassador Vassilakis is married to Fay dous advocate for all of south Alabama for senting its 29th annual Homeric Award to Malouf-Vassilakis and they have two children, over three decades. He began his public serv- Adamantios (Dimis) Th. Vassilakis, Permanent Theodore and Athena. ice career as a councilman for the city of Pol- Representative of Greece to the United Na- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me lard, AL, and served for 7 years. In 1982, he tions. Their gala event has been organized in recognizing the Chian Federation and its was elected to the Alabama House of Rep- under the leadership of the Chian Federation’s honoree, the Honorable Adamantios (Dimis) resentatives and served in that capacity for 24 President, George Almiroudis, and the Event Th. Vassilakis. Chair, who is also First Vice President of the years. f During his career in the Alabama State Leg- Chian Federation, Alexandros Doulis. islature, Representative White worked tire- The Chian Federation was founded in 1974. TRIBUTE TO JERRIS LEONARD, A lessly on behalf of south Alabama. He was Since then it has educated and empowered GREAT AMERICAN distinguished as an outstanding legislator and the Hellenic American community to exercise served on the House Rules Committee. their rights and fulfill their obligations as Amer- HON. RALPH M. HALL Mr. Speaker, the faithful service of out- ican citizens. The Chian Federation has a OF TEXAS standing Americans like Skippy White has strong record of advocating human rights and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES aided in an immeasurable way to the well striving to promote democratic ideals. In addi- being of our community. I would like to offer tion to its political objectives, the organization Wednesday, December 6, 2006 my congratulations for his many personal and sponsors a dance group; cultural events; a Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored today professional achievements. I know his wife, Web site; a magazine; business card ex- to pay tribute to a great American, outstanding Clara; his children, Todd, Hugh, and Sarah changes; food, clothing and toy drives; a Sen- public servant, and an esteemed colleague Anne; and his family and many friends join ior Citizens’ breakfast; and lectures on topics and good friend, the Honorable Jerris Leon- with me in praising his accomplishments and ranging from archaeology to health care. ard, whose sudden passing on July 27, 2006,

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06DE8.121 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2138 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 was mourned by his family and countless Kathleen (Kate) Leonard, Francis Leonard and able electricity and curbing demand for power friends whose lives he touched. Jerris’s life wife Kelly, and Daniel Leonard and wife Kelly, transmission equipment. Given this impor- was devoted to God, family, country, and his 16 grandchildren, and four great-grand- tance, we must continue to support initiatives fellow man, and he leaves a legacy of integrity children. He was greatly loved. to improve transmission, increase generation and service that will long be remembered and Mr. Speaker, many of our colleagues in the nationally and encourage renewable energy appreciated. House of Representatives knew and admired and conservation. Jerris received his undergraduate and law Jerris Leonard. I valued his friendship and ad- Effective renewable energy policy must in- degrees from Marquette University, where he vice, as did so many others, and we will great- clude the significant invested energy available was president of the Marquette student body ly miss him. It is impossible to fully grasp the through greater recycling. Manufacturing recy- and was elected to Alpha Sigma Nu, the Na- breadth and depth of a life of someone like cled products requires, on average, 17 times tional Jesuit Honor Society. Following gradua- Jerris, who gave every project or responsibility less energy than manufacturing the same tion from Marquette University Law School in his very best effort and who lived his life with products from virgin materials. In addition to 1955, Jerris began his career in Wisconsin. boundless enthusiasm and compassion. He the traditionally understood benefits of recy- He was elected to the Wisconsin Assembly in was a role model and mentor to so many, and cling as a conservation and waste manage- 1956, representing the North Shore suburbs of he leaves a powerful legacy that will last for ment tool, recycling is becoming increasingly Milwaukee. In 1960 he was elected to the generations to come. As we adjourn today, let understood as an energy source available to state Senate and became Senate majority us do so in tribute to this great American, combat the Nation’s growing energy crisis. For example, recycling aluminum cans leader in 1967. In 1968 he was the Repub- dedicated public servant, and truly great saves 95 percent of the energy required to lican nominee for the U.S. Senate, but lost to man—Jerris Leonard. make the same amount of aluminum from its incumbent Senator Gaylord Nelson. f In 1969 Jerris moved his family to Wash- virgin source. The amount of lost energy from ington, DC, when he was appointed by Presi- HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF throwing away aluminum and steel cans, plas- dent Nixon and confirmed by the U.S. Senate MIAMI COUNTY COMMISSIONER tic PET and glass containers, newsprint and as Assistant Attorney General for Civil Rights. ANN BAIRD corrugated packaging was equivalent to the He served in that capacity until 1971, when annual output of 15 medium sized coal power President Nixon appointed him the first Admin- HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER plants. Increasing the recycling rate of these istrator of the Law Enforcement Assistance commodities by 10 percent would save OF OHIO enough energy annually to heat 74,350 million Administration, a position he held for the next IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2 years. Jerris remained in Washington, where American homes, provide the required elec- he has been actively engaged in the practice Wednesday, December 6, 2006 tricity for 2.5 million Americans, and save about $771 million in avoid costs for barrels of of law and advocacy. Most recently, in 2005, Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- crude oil. As a result, recycling should be an he launched The Leonard Group to focus on nize the retirement of Mrs. Ann Baird, County integral component of our Nation’s energy effi- legislative and lobbying activities. He also Commissioner of Miami County, OH, and to express my appreciation for her dedication ciency strategy. served on the Bush-Cheney Transition Depart- The Federal Energy Policy Act of 2005 ac- and commitment to public service. For more ment of Justice Advisory Committee, which knowledged the high invested energy content than 40 years, Mrs. Baird has contributed her helped the Administration find key candidates of recyclables. Section 1353 mandated the talents to the betterment of Miami County, and for the agency. U.S. Secretary of the Treasury, in consultation In recognition of his considerable accom- for this, I offer her my utmost congratulations with the Secretary of Energy, to conduct a plishments, Jerris was the recipient of the Life- and thanks. study to determine and quantify the energy time Achievement Award from Marquette Uni- Her love of Miami County is unmistakable. savings achieved through the recycling of versity Law School in 2000. In 1969 he re- During her long career in public service, Mrs. glass, paper, plastic, steel, aluminum, and ceived the Belle Case Lafollette Outstanding Baird has served on countless community electronic devices, and to identify tax incen- Professional Award from the Wisconsin Law boards and organizations in various roles in- tives that would encourage recycling of such Foundation. He is the author of numerous arti- cluding: Director of Community Services at materials. As chairman of the House Energy cles and was frequently invited to speak to Upper Valley Medical Center, Past President and Commerce Committee, I was deeply in- groups throughout the United States. of the Miami County Chapter for the American volved in the creation of this legislation, which Jerris was one of the original true conserv- Cancer Society, Past President of the United I am proud to say was achieved with strong atives, who championed core conservative val- Methodist Women, Past President of the Troy bipartisan participation and support. ues throughout his career and through his United Fund, member of the Edison Commu- The Environmental Protection Agency has service in various organizations, such as Free nity College Board of Trustees, and of course shown that recycling saves billions in energy Congress. His intellect and experience were serving as the first female Miami County Com- costs and hundreds of millions of tons of raw invaluable to advancing the conservative missioner for the past 12 years. materials. American companies that engage in agenda, and his engaging personality and en- Mrs. Baird’s record—as an elected official, a the use of renewable resources and recyclable thusiasm for policy and politics were con- church leader, and as a good neighbor helping materials are already contributing countless tagious. Jerris was a true statesman who those in need—will leave an enduring legacy billions of dollars per year to our Nation’s en- made friends on both sides of the political in Miami County. Her leadership will be ergy grid. These companies are engaging in aisle. missed, but the footprint she has left will in- practices that are environmentally friendly and His friendships extended well beyond the spire many to emulate her good works. energy conservative. realm of politics and career, however. He Mrs. Baird, I offer my congratulations and By harvesting the invested energy in recy- made friends in all walks of life. ‘‘He treated gratitude for your long and successful career cling, this country saves tens of millions of everyone the same, and that is what I think in public service. I wish you well in your future tons of ore, coal, trees and billions of dollars made him special,’’ said his daughter Kate retirement, and I hope you continue to achieve in energy costs. Recycling programs offer a Leonard. On the day he was to be sworn in happiness and success wherever your life means to conserve natural resources, ease by President Nixon as an assistant attorney journey may lead you. the burden on the grid, reduce excessive mu- general, Jerris gathered his children and in- f nicipal waste, protect the environment, create structed them that they were going to meet jobs, and save energy. the President, but they were to remember that SAVING ENERGY THROUGH Like the energy drawn from wind or from the man who parks the car is just as important RECYCLING water behind a dam, recyclable materials con- and just as deserving of respect. tain a vast amount of energy that is available Jerris was devoted to his wife, Mariellen, to HON. JOE BARTON to be harvested. Recyclables possess in- whom he was married for 52 years, and to his OF TEXAS vested energy, and in order to remain com- family. He took an active interest in the lives IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES petitive, we must focus on capturing the en- of his six children and attended countless ergy that is already invested in recycling. sports events and other activities in which they Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Through recognition of these policy objectives, were involved. In addition to Mariellen, he is Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise we will create the most efficient market-based survived by his children, Mary Leonard Ral- today to call attention to the energy security solutions to ensure a safe, abundant, and sta- ston and husband David, Gib Leonard and issues we face and to highlight the important ble energy supply to our citizens for years to wife Joni, John Leonard and wife Jeannine, role renewable energy plays in producing reli- come.

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MEEK trained Secret Santas, he will hand out In particular, the Axis plant specializes in OF FLORIDA $165,000. producing a wide variety of chemical additives, Unfortunately, Mr. Stewart will also be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES such as heat stabilizers and impact modifiers. spending this December fighting his esopha- Heat stabilizers are compounds added to PVC Wednesday, December 6, 2006 geal cancer. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to slow color development during processing Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, as the to keep Mr. Stewart in their thoughts, and use and extend the life of a product. Impact modi- 109th Congress comes to an end, I rise to him as an example of kindness and generosity fiers are added to PVC to make it less brittle honor the Congressional service of four out- this holiday season. and to increase its strength. These products standing members of our Florida Congres- f are used in everyday items such as hair dry- sional Delegation; JIM DAVIS, CLAY SHAW, MI- ers, plastic piping, and vinyl siding. TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN JIM CHAEL BILIRAKIS and KATHERINE HARRIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my great honor to recog- RYUN Together, these outstanding Members have nize the administration and staff of the Arkema decades of experience in public service and Inc., Axis Plant and their continuing leadership have worked on a broad range of issues of HON. TODD TIAHRT in the chemical production industry. It is my lasting importance to the great State of Flor- OF KANSAS sincere hope that they will continue to set ida. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES highly commendable examples for others in I believe that public service is a truly a Wednesday, December 6, 2006 their industry, and I rise today to recognize noble calling. Any person who assumes the Mr. TIAHRT. Mr. Speaker of the many and thank Arkema Inc., Axis Plant for its con- challenges and responsibilities associated with friends and colleagues, who will not be return- tributions to the local economy and to the this profession, and who makes the sacrifices ing for the 110th Congress, I am especially quality of life enjoyed in the State of Alabama. necessary to achieve the success of these disappointed that my fellow Kansan JIM RYUN f Members of Congress, merits the respect of is one of them. our nation, and our thanks. HONORING FEDERAL JUDGE PAUL It was at an event in Wichita, where I first BROWN Legislating in the Congress requires men encouraged JIM to run for Congress. Most and women who are masters of the traditional Kansans knew JIM as the world record holder skills of American government—compromise, in the mile run and as an American Olympic HON. RALPH M. HALL negotiation and bargaining. While we may dis- hero. I knew him as a loving father and family OF TEXAS agree at times on policy and share different man and someone who cares deeply about IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES political philosophies, our objective should al- his country. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 ways be to serve the best interests of our con- JIM RYUN won a hard fought battle in 1996 Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to stituents, our state and our nation. and served honorably in this House for five It is part of the genius of American govern- pay tribute to one of the outstanding Federal terms. He was an effective legislator and judges in our Nation, U.S. District Judge Paul ment that the institution of Congress continues tough advocate for the constituents of the on and is not dependent on any particular indi- Brown, who is retiring after 21 years of distin- Second District of Kansas. You only need to guished service on the bench in the Eastern viduals. Still, there is no doubt that the quality look as far as Fort Riley and Fort Leavenworth of people elected to Congress has a lot to do District of Texas. Judge Brown has been my to see the results of Congressman RYUN’s ef- good friend for many years, and he is a re- with the kinds and quality of legislation that forts. They not only survived the BRAC proc- becomes law. Each of these Members has, in spected and beloved Judge and member of ess, both installations have expanded mis- the community in Sherman, Texas. his or her own way, left their mark on our laws sions and are well positioned for the future. and our nation. Judge Brown represents the finest qualities JIM RYUN not only stood strong for the men of jurisprudence. Hanging on his wall in the I am therefore proud to join with my col- and women of the military, he has been a tire- leagues in the Florida Delegation and, indeed, Sherman Federal Courthouse are Socrates’ less fighter for the issues that are of greatest four qualities for a good judge—to hear cour- the entire Congress, in thanking you all for importance to his constituents. JIM RYUN is a your service and wishing you much happiness teously, to answer wisely, to consider soberly, budget hawk, defender of life and someone on and to decide impartially. Judge Brown em- and success in all your future endeavors. whom you can always rely. He is a man of in- f bodied all of these qualities, and he dispensed tegrity and has already left an indelible mark justice accordingly. He was highly regarded, HONORING LARRY STEWART on Kansas, our country and the world. He will well-respected, and was a role model for be sorely missed. many. HON. SAM GRAVES f Paul Brown was the youngest of a family of OF MISSOURI HONORING ARKEMA INC., AXIS six raised on a farm near Pottsboro, TX. He IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PLANT ON ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY graduated from Denison High School and al- though underage, he got his parents’ consent Wednesday, December 6, 2006 HON. JO BONNER to join the U.S. Navy when World War II broke Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I would like to out. He served as a minesweeper in both the OF ALABAMA take this opportunity to speak about a very Atlantic and Pacific theaters and as a part of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES special Missourian. the occupation forces in Japan. He was dis- Larry Stewart has spent the past 27 years Wednesday, December 6, 2006 charged as an Electrician’s Mate 2nd Class in selflessly giving to the people of Kansas City. Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to June, 1946. Mr. Stewart is a kind-hearted businessman pay tribute to Arkema Inc., Axis Plant on the He returned to his studies and received a from Lee’s Summit, Missouri, and until re- completion of their 25th year. law degree in 1950 from The University of cently, was known to many only as the ‘‘Se- For the past 25 years, the Axis plant has Texas before being recalled to active duty in cret Santa.’’ Every December since 1979, Mr. been an economically vital contributor to both the Korean War. He saw combat aboard a Stewart has wandered the streets of Kansas the town of Axis and the State of Alabama. minesweeper which was sunk by mines, and City quietly searching for people in need, and The plant began operations in 1981 as M&T he received an honorable discharge in De- handing them $100 bills. Chemicals, producing inorganic and organic cember of 1951. This honorable tradition began with a gen- tin compounds. After numerous expansions Judge began his practice of law following erous tip to a stranger. Mr. Stewart had just over the years, the plant was purchased in the war and following President Dwight Eisen- been fired from his job, the week before 2004 by Arkema Inc., a global leader in the hower’s election, he went to work as an as- Christmas, and drove to a drive-in restaurant chemical production industry. sistant U.S. Attorney in Texarkana under U.S. to cheer himself up. As soon as he saw what Since its inception, Arkema has earned a Attorney William Steger, who would become the $20 bill he had handed the waitress meant very respectable reputation as a world class his mentor, good friend, and fellow colleague

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Fred continues to provide sage then followed in Judge Steger’s footsteps as AIR FORCE has been the Air Force’s only advice and economic assistance to veterans U.S. District Attorney from 1959 to 1961. federally funded center for studies and anal- who are seeking records, medical treatment, While in Texarkana, Judge Brown met and yses; and it has provided independent, objec- and transportation or lodging. married Frances Morehead, and the two re- tive research on a full range of issues critical For a number of years, Fred has served a turned home to Sherman, where Judge Brown to national defense. free Thanksgiving turkey dinner for homeless practiced law for a number of years. In 1985 Mrs. Crawford’s international reputation as or needy veterans in the area. His concern for Senator Phil Graham recommended him to an expert on air and space power made her others is evident in his employment of handi- President Ronald Reagan for a new judge’s especially well suited for this role. During her capped and older veterans and his enthusi- position created for the Eastern District of tenure, she worked closely with senior leaders astic fundraising for camp good days and spe- Texas, and Judge Brown was confirmed that of the Air Force to build a powerful research cial times, the Make a Wish Foundation, and year. He held court in Beaumont, Paris, Sher- agenda in areas such as geopolitical strategy, a church summer carnival. man, and Texarkana, and as the caseload in aerospace force development, resource man- Fred has also volunteered as a fireman for Sherman grew, he eventually presided over agement, and manpower. 20 years. He has been an American Legion the Sherman courthouse exclusively. The Air Force has formally honored Mrs. member for 53 years, having served as a Premiere cases over the years included in- Crawford many times. She has twice been post, county and district commander and has tellectual property, patent cases, and criminal awarded the Air Force’s Decoration for Excep- served on numerous committees on the local, cases precipitated by the bank and savings tional Civilian Service. In 2003, she received state and national level. Fred was a financial and loan failures of the 1980s and 1990s. In both the Lifetime Achievement Award from the contributor to the Vietnam moving wall in 1999 recent years he noted the increase in drug Air Force Analytic Community and the Lieuten- and instrumental in organizing the ceremonies cases and expressed his regret that, in spite ant General Glenn Kent Leadership Award. commemorating the 50th anniversary of the of all the efforts that have been made to pros- She has also been the Department of the Air Korean war. ecute drug dealers, the nation is not making Force’s Woman of the Year. Today, the mem- He was named Seventh District Legionnaire much progress in curtailing the use of drugs. bers of the United States House of Represent- of the Year in 2003 and Seventh District Hu- No matter what type of cases came before atives have the opportunity to add our expres- manitarian of the year in 2005. The city of him, Judge Brown always enjoyed the work sion of appreciation for her loyal and dedi- Canandaigua named him volunteer of the year and ran an efficient and orderly courtroom. His cated service. in 2006 and recently named a day in his personal work ethic and judicial integrity have In October, Mrs. Crawford stepped down honor. Again, I thank Fred for his tremendous con- been remarkable, and his reputation for punc- from her administrative roles in Project AIR tributions, and I look forward to continue work- tuality has been legendary. FORCE. However, she will continue to act as ing with Fred to help those in need and do At his retirement reception, hundreds of a senior advisor to RAND’s chief executive of- what is best for our community. local attorneys, area judges and friends and ficer and she will be a senior mentor to the family paid tribute to Judge Brown. The East- USAF Scientific Advisory Board, a group with f ern District Chief Judge, Thad Heartfield, which she has been affiliated since 1988. IN HONOR OF THE INAUGURATION speaking for the fifteen judges on their court, I thank Natalie Crawford for all that she has has recommended that Congress name the OF THE DEMOCRATIC PACIFIC done to ensure the safety and security of the UNION (DPU) U.S. District Courthouse in Sherman the ‘‘Paul United States, and I wish her every success in Brown U.S. Courthouse.’’ Judge Heartfield her future endeavors. noted that Judge Brown has demonstrated the HON. PETE SESSIONS finest qualities of a U.S. district judge: knowl- f OF TEXAS edge of the law, courtesy, patience, wisdom RECOGNIZING MR. G. FRED IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and compassion. It will be my pleasure to in- SCHUTZ FOR HIS TREMENDOUS Wednesday, December 6, 2006 troduce legislation to that end. LEADERSHIP Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to As we near adjournment of the 109th Con- congratulate the members of the Democratic gress, I ask my colleagues to join me in cele- HON. JOHN R. ‘‘RANDY’’ KUHL, JR. Pacific Union. On the 60th anniversary of the brating the life of a great American, out- OF NEW YORK end of World War II (August 14, 2005), the standing public servant, and respected jurist, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Democratic Pacific Union (DPU) was formally the Honorable Paul Brown, U.S. District Judge inaugurated in Taipei, Taiwan. The ceremony Wednesday, December 6, 2006 for the Eastern District of Texas. drew 76 dignitaries from 23 countries, includ- f Mr. KUHL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ing the presidents and vice presidents of Tai- COMMENDING NATALIE WILSON thank a tireless and unselfish community lead- wan, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Nicaragua and CRAWFORD er from my congressional district, Mr. G. Fred Palau. The Union’s goal is to promote democ- Schutz. racy and encourage contacts among its 28 HON. JANE HARMAN Born in Buffalo, New York, in 1928, Fred member democracies. Taiwan Vice President joined the U.S. Naval Reserve at the age of Lu Hsiu-lien was elected Chair of the Union. OF CALIFORNIA 19, and then transferred to the U.S. Air Force Since its inception, the Union has estab- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for 8 years during the Korean conflict. In 1988, lished a Secretariat and published its first Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Fred ended his military career with the U.S. quarterly, planned regular regional meetings in Ms. HARMAN. Mr. Speaker, although Army reserve-retiring as a command Sergeant the East and the West Pacific regions, initiated women have climbed to the highest reaches of Major of the 98th division. During his 22 years the Pacific Economic Advisory Group and the outer space, the number of women who have of service, he received 9 personal medals and Pacific Congressional Caucus, and additionally risen to positions of prominence within the 21 service awards. established a training program for typhoon and U.S. aerospace industry can be counted on After active duty, Fred returned to flood disaster reduction. The DPU has offered one hand. I am therefore particularly proud to Canandaigua, New York to work for the Penn scholarships to students of member states to commend a fellow Californian, Mrs. Natalie Central Transportation Company and later be- study in Taiwan, planned a Pacific university Wilson Crawford, for her four decades of serv- came a small business owner. Fred has been network in Taiwan, and invited distinguished ice promoting the security of the American a dedicated leader, being instrumental in women to come to Taiwan to discuss women’s people through her work at the Santa Monica many crucial projects including: the founding issues in the Pacific region. Other initiatives headquarters of RAND. In 1964, Mrs. of a downtown park—The Commons, and the have been introduced to promote democratic Crawford became a member of the profes- revitalization of Phoenix Street. values and prosperity among member states. sional staff of the RAND Corporation, an inter- He has also organized the Memorial Day There is little question that the Democratic nationally known and highly respected think parade for as long as anyone can remember Pacific Union has achieved a great deal during tank, and has since held a broad range of re- and, for the past five years, has led the 9/11 its short history. Its goals of promoting and search-related senior management positions. (patriot day) ceremonies. Fred has worked spreading democracy are laudable and com- For the past nine years, Mrs. Crawford has tirelessly to retain the VA medical facility in plement with our values. We should encour- been a Vice President of RAND and the Direc- Canandaigua; he has fought to establish a age the leaders of the Democratic Pacific

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:17 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06DE8.133 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2141 Union by endorsing their goals and objectives try, and I am honored to recognize the mu- sigence of both men doomed the League trea- as well as learning from them. I am certain seum and its personnel here today. ty’s chances in the Senate. that the Union will attract more members and f Today, there is little debate among histo- win even greater international recognition in rians about the consequences. Had Wilson HONORING PRESIDENT WILSON ON the months and years ahead. and Lodge been able to set aside their dif- THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF HIS f ferences and ensure Senate passage of the BIRTH treaty, America’s membership in the League IN HONOR OF ROCKFORD, IL, might well have moved the body to take far BURPEE MUSEUM FOR RECEIV- HON. RUSH D. HOLT more decisive action against the fascist dicta- ING TWO AMERICAN ASSOCIA- OF NEW JERSEY torships that emerged in Germany, Italy, and TION OF MUSEUM AWARDS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Japan in the 1920s and 1930s, perhaps pre- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 venting the Second World War. Other presi- HON. DONALD A. MANZULLO dents since have relearned the lesson that un- Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, December 28 will OF ILLINOIS less the Congress—the representatives of the mark the 150 anniversary of the birth of our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people—are true partners in America’s foreign 28th president, Woodrow Wilson. Throughout policy initiatives, the results are usually tragic. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 2006, a number of organizations—including Such was the case in Vietnam, and it is the the Woodrow Wilson House, the Boyhood Mr. MANZULLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today case in Iraq today. to recognize the Burpee Museum of Natural Home of President Woodrow Wilson, the History ultimately validated Wilson’s vision History in Rockford, IL. The Burpee museum Woodrow Wilson Family Home, Princeton Uni- for America’s role in the world, and his dream is a remarkable cultural institution that has re- versity, and the Woodrow Wilson Presidential of an international body designed to mediate ceived two prestigious American Association Library—have held multiple public events to conflicts between nations did become a reality of Museum-AAM-Awards. Both of these commemorate the life and work of President in the form of the United Nations. Wilson was awards are for the Jane: Diary of a Dinosaur Wilson. Today, along with my colleague, Mr. an innovator in international affairs, and we exhibit at the museum, which opened to out- GOODLATTE, I’m pleased to offer a resolution need to recapture his spirit of innovation and standing reviews in June 2005. both recognizing the 150th anniversary of inclusiveness if we are to meet both the The museum submitted entries in two cat- President Wilson’s birth and the contributions threats and the opportunities that lie before us. egories: Overall Exhibit Excellence and the of the many organizations that have made this I want to once again thank all of the fine orga- MUSE Award for the use of media and tech- sesquicentennial successful. It also affords us nizations involved with the Wilson sesqui- nology in the Jane exhibit. Burpee received a moment to reflect on how important Wood- centennial celebrations for reminding us all the Exhibit Excellence Award, which is consid- row Wilson’s legacy is for the United States. what President Wilson has bequeathed to our ered the museum profession’s highest honor. President Wilson lived to see three major Nation and the world. It also received an Honorable Mention MUSE wars in his lifetime, each of which reshaped award for Jane’s interactive Meet the Re- America’s role in the world: the Civil War, the searcher video. Spanish-American War, and World War I. In f Lew Crampton, Burpee president and CEO, the wake of the First World War, President HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS accepted the awards at the AAM’s 100th Inter- Wilson had the vision to understand that if OF JACQUE MUTHER national Conference in Boston in the company America was going to prosper in the 20th cen- of 7,000 other museum profession delegates tury, it needed to be a part of the world, not from around the world. Judges who presented separated from it. That vision was encap- HON. JOHN LEWIS the awards to Mr. Crampton praised Burpee, sulated in the last of his famous ‘‘14 points’’ in OF GEORGIA stating the ‘‘whole project was so solid . . . his January 8, 1918 address to a joint session IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and you just did everything right . . . your of Congress: Wednesday, December 6, 2006 work could and should serve as a model to XIV. A general association of nations must other institutions (including much larger ones) be formed under specific covenants for the Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, today as a way to create an excellent exhibit.’’ purpose of affording mutual guarantees of I rise to honor and congratulate Jacque Jane’s exhibit is a reflection of the dedica- political independence and territorial integ- Muther—a true champion in building and sus- tion and professional excellence that is dem- rity to great and small states alike. taining HIV/AIDS care and treatment services onstrated by the personnel at Burpee. Wilson sought to create a just peace for the in Atlanta—on her tenure as a member of the Burpee’s personnel overcame three daunting defeated Triple Alliance powers and a secure Board of Directors and Treasurer of the Com- tasks in order to successfully create the ex- world for all nations. He understood both the munities Advocating Emergency AIDS Relief hibit. First, after transporting Jane from Mon- value and need for collective security, and Coalition. CAEAR Coalition is a leading na- tana to the museum lab, Jane’s 66 million- above all the moral imperative underlying it, as tional voice for the treatment and care needs year-old bones were carefully removed from he revealed in his 1918 State of the Union of people living with HIV/AIDS and Ms. Muther the rocks in which they were embedded. Sec- speech: has served on its Board of Directors for 12 ond, identifying Jane’s place in the dinosaur We have spoken now, surely, in terms too years, including eight as treasurer. She will family tree presented a unique challenge be- concrete to admit of any further doubt or leave the board at the end of this year and I cause many scientists consulted in the proc- question. An evident principle runs through take this opportunity to acknowledge her serv- ess disagreed on this matter. Finally, in the the whole program I have outlined. It is the ice at the local and the national levels. principle of justice to all peoples and nation- midst of the first two tasks, Burpee’s per- alities, and their right to live on equal terms Ms. Muther’s commitment to the care and sonnel had to consider how to create an ex- of liberty and safety with one another, treatment of people living with HIV/AIDS goes hibit that would be able to bridge the gap be- whether they be strong or weak. Unless this back almost to the beginning of the epidemic. tween science education and family enjoy- principle [can] be made its foundation, no Since the mid 1980s, she has worked at the ment. part of the structure of international justice Grady Health System Infectious Disease Pro- Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my recogni- can stand. gram—a program that now serves over 4,500 tion and support of the Burpee Museum of Wilson’s vision for America’s role abroad— indigent people living with HIV/AIDS. She also Natural History in Rockford, IL. Since its U.S. participation and leadership in the served as Chair of Atlanta’s Ryan White Title founding in May of 1942 as a part of the League of Nations—was ultimately undone by I Planning Council and as a member of the Works Progress Administration, the mission of his lack of vision in dealing with a Senate that Georgia ADAP Task Force, which focuses on Burpee has been to inspire all people to en- his party no longer controlled and by some increasing state contributions to the AIDS gage in a lifetime of learning about the natural flaws in the design of the League. Then-Sen- Drug Assistance Program. She also serves as world, and they have been very successful in ate Majority Leader Henry Cabot Lodge was Treasurer of HIVDent and is a member of the doing so. To this day, Burpee reaches out to skeptical of the value of the League and wary Board of Directors of Atlanta’s AIDS Survival the public through its creative event program- of the risks of committing America to a perma- Project. ming and excellent education offerings for nent, high-profile role in international affairs. This impressive list of contributions does not educators, families, and other members of the The personal animosity between the two men fully capture Ms. Muther’s important role in our local community. Burpee is a prime example undoubtedly contributed to Lodge’s opposition community, nor her effectiveness as an advo- for other cultural institutions across the coun- to ratification of the League treaty. The intran- cate for high quality HIV/AIDS care for all who

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06DE8.137 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2142 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 need it. Her service and advocacy are rooted Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me resentatives at the last minute rushing to the deeply in her strong sense of justice and in remembering a dedicated community leader floor dozens of bills spending tens of millions wherever she goes she is a compassionate and friend to many throughout south Alabama. of dollars and interfering in the affairs of for- and effective voice for the urgent need for the Hooper Matthews, Jr., loved life and lived it to eign countries. Mr. Speaker, we woke up this nation to redouble its commitment to HIV/ the fullest, and his passing marks a tremen- morning with the surprise announcement that AIDS. dous loss for all of south Alabama. He will be we would face at least 35 of these suspension I know well the power of her work in Atlanta deeply missed by many, most especially his bills. Suspension bills are customarily non- and here on Capitol Hill where she is a highly family and the countless friends he leaves be- controversial—naming post offices and the regarded expert. She has the ability to help hind. Our thoughts and prayers are with them like. I can hardly think of anything more con- members and staff alike understand the needs all at this difficult time. troversial than sending tens of millions of U.S. on the frontlines and what we, in turn, must do f taxpayer dollars overseas to interfere in the af- to respond to those needs. fairs of foreign countries. I rise to honor Ms. Muther’s contributions TRIBUTE TO ZACHARY L. COOPER The suspension calendar is being used to and to express my gratitude that she con- pass the reauthorization of the Export-Import tinues on in service to this vital cause. HON. TAMMY BALDWIN Bank, which funnels millions of U.S. taxpayer f OF WISCONSIN dollars to foreign governments. For example, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES through the Export-Import Bank, Americans HONORING THE MEMORY OF MR. are forced to subsidize China’s economic HOOPER MATTHEWS, JR. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 growth with some $4 billion dollars per year. Is Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to this not controversial? pay tribute to the memory of a remarkable cit- HON. JO BONNER Additionally, today’s suspension bills will izen, Mr. Zachary L. Cooper of Madison, Wis- OF ALABAMA turn an additional 52 million dollars in foreign consin. Mr. Cooper was an educator and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES aid over to the Democratic Republic of the scholar who devoted his life to the study and Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Congo. Is this not controversial? teaching of black history. He was widely Possibly more damaging in today’s ‘‘non- Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, Escambia known as one of the state’s most prominent County and indeed the entire state of Alabama controversial’’ suspension bills are the several chroniclers of African-American history. bills that seek to meddle in the affairs of for- recently lost a dear friend, and I rise today to Zachary Cooper was born in Brunswick, GA, eign countries. Today’s suspension bills, honor him and pay tribute to his memory. Mr. in 1935, and eventually settled in Madison, whether they regard Lebanon, Iran, Congo, or Hooper Matthews, Jr., known as ‘‘Big Hoop’’ Wisconsin. After spending 2 years in the Army Nepal, make it clear that we still have not to his children and grandchildren, was a de- Medical Corps, Mr. Cooper went on to earn a learned the lessons we should have learned voted family man and dedicated community bachelor’s degree in European history from from Iraq and all of our previous interventions leader throughout his life. the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He fol- that have gone awry. Mr. Speaker, it is bad Hooper was born in Nashville but made his lowed that with a master’s degree in American enough that Congress acts as if its jurisdiction way to Atmore, Alabama, in 1948. He was a history and earned his Ph.D in curriculum and extends across the entire globe, must we add graduate of the University of Georgia where instruction from the Ohio State University-Co- insult to injury by treating this as simply run of he earned a degree in Forestry, which he lumbus. the mill, noncontroversial legislation? used while managing his family timberlands as Mr. Cooper spent much of his career docu- a registered forester. He also owned the menting the history of black settlers, authoring f Pepsi-Cola Bottling Co. of Atmore and South ‘‘Black Settlers in Rural Wisconsin’’ and cre- SOBER TRUTH ON PREVENTING Alabama Vending Company. He was awarded ating a documentary called ‘‘Coming Together, UNDERAGE DRINKING ACT the Atmore Area Chamber of Commerce’s life- Coming Apart’’ which used oral histories, time achievement award in 2005. photos and diaries to preserve evidence of SPEECH OF Hooper was a strong believer in the future early black families in Wisconsin. Mr. Cooper HON. JOHN SULLIVAN of Atmore. His work as president of the A.C. was also a lecturer for a variety of institutions Moore Elementary PTA as well as his work on OF OKLAHOMA including the Wisconsin Historical Society, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the board of directors of Escambia Academy University of Wisconsin, Edgewood College, exemplified his vision for creating a strong Madison Area Technical College, and the Tuesday, November 14, 2006 foundation in the community’s children. Madison School District. Mr. SULLIVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in He also supported programs such as Read Mr. Cooper’s passion was working with chil- support of the Sober Truth on Preventing Un- America, the Huxford Elementary School dren. As president of the board of directors at derage Drinking Act (Stop Act), which tackles Reading Initiative, scouting events, the YMCA, the Early Childhood Learning Center, he was an important issue facing families in every and drug and alcohol education, to name just able to impact the lives of all the children at congressional district, the issue of underage a few of his many pet projects. the center. drinking. If present for rollcall vote 521 on H.R. Not only did Hooper give back to Atmore In the spring of 1992, Cooper co-founded 864, the measure would have my strong sup- through his work with children, but he contrib- JAMAD (Jamaica-Madison Cultural Ex- port. uted in more ways than most people might re- change), a program that creates connections The Stop Act serves to restate the impor- alize to Atmore’s economic viability through between hardworking students in Wisconsin tance of state alcohol laws in fighting under- his business ventures. and Jamaica. Through the program, students age drinking while supplementing federal re- His work with the Atmore Chamber of Com- establish pen pal relationships which cul- search and advocacy with additional funds. I merce, where he served as a past president, minate in the students from Wisconsin making am proud to support this legislation to confront brought Masland Carpets to the area and a trip to Jamaica to learn more about their the growing problem of underage drinking. raised funds for Atmore schools as well as peers and the culture. f The American Cancer Society, The American With the passing of Zachary L. Cooper, the Heart Association, Williams Station Day, world has lost a great scholar, and Wisconsin HONORING DR. PATRICK Mayfest, and the Poarch Band of Creek Indi- has lost a great teacher, citizen, and friend. MCKIERNAN ans. Even with his numerous professional obliga- f HON. RON LEWIS tions, Hooper always found time to share his VARIOUS FOREIGN POLICY SUS- OF KENTUCKY love for the land with anyone and everyone PENSION BILLS AT THE END OF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who was interested. THE 109TH CONGRESS Many a child in south Alabama shot their Wednesday, December 6, 2006 first deer by his side, and on any given day, HON. RON PAUL Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise you could expect to see someone hunting with OF TEXAS today to pay tribute to Dr. Patrick McKiernan, him. His kind generosity touched many people a remarkable public servant and advocate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES throughout the First District but was felt with from my home state of Kentucky. Dr. the most warmth back at home. He always Wednesday, December 6, 2006 McKiernan presently serves as Outreach Co- had an infectious smile on his face and a love Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ex- ordinator to Homeless Veterans for the Ken- for people that was real and genuine. press my concern about the House of Rep- tucky Department of Veteran Affairs.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06DE8.141 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2143 Tragically, more than 1,000 veterans will be consensus was the norm, mutual respect was official, but many may not know some of the sleeping on the streets of Kentucky tonight. expected, and discourtesy was simply not ac- unique characteristics he possesses as an in- Dr. McKiernan recognizes that there is some- ceptable. In less than 5 years, the school sys- dividual. I got to know J.D. better when I went thing fundamentally wrong when individuals tem resolved its leadership issues, passed a and campaigned for him. I met his wonderful who once wore the uniform of the United $160 million capital program by a 3-to-1 mar- family and enjoyed their warm hospitality dur- States are forced by circumstances to live on gin, developed a fund balance of over 30 ing my times in Arizona. He is a loving family the streets. Under his compassionate leader- days, resolved its litigation, reversed the fall in man with a great sense of humor. Many may ship, the Kentucky Department of Veteran Af- test scores, and restored the confidence of ad- not be aware of one of his unique talents. He fairs continues to work to establish special as- ministrators and teachers. More importantly, has an uncanny ability to mimic the speech of sistance programs to help get veterans off the she restored the confidence of the parents other Members. His impersonation of Rep- streets and into housing or treatment facilities. and children whom the board serves. resentative HOWARD COBLE in particular is one Dr. McKiernan represents his agency on the Other members of the Muscogee County of the best I have ever heard. Kentucky Council on Homeless Policy, advis- School Board characterize her this way: I greatly respect J.D., will sorely miss him, ing the Governor and his staff on homeless- As Chair, Dr. Polleys exemplified true and I hope he will consider returning to public ness and housing issues across the state. He leadership by pushing us when we needed to office sometime in the near future. also represents Kentucky Department of Vet- be pushed, calmed us when we needed to be I would also like to take a moment to honor eran Affairs at the annual conference of the calmed and taught us when we needed to be Representative JIM RYUN. He has greatly im- National Coalition for Homeless Veterans in taught. She helped take us from a group of pressed me with his leadership—both in his nine individuals, with nine separate agendas, public office and in his personal life. He has Washington, DC and the Homeless and Hous- to a school board of nine public servants, ing Coalition of Kentucky. fervently worked for traditional family values, with a single agenda, service to the commu- fiscal responsibility, immigration reform, and In addition to his current work and respon- nity and care for all its children. sibilities, Dr. McKiernan is developing plans to improving the lives of our men and women in In a lasting tribute to Dr. Polleys, the school uniform. For several years now, he worked to establish the Homeless Veterans Coordination board entered this resolution: Committee to provide additional guidance and pass the Military Personnel Financial Services It has been said that all of us should be support to help homeless veterans. Protection Act, which protects service mem- ashamed not to have made at least one vic- bers from coercive tactics employed by some Dr. McKiernan’s colleagues, and countless tory for mankind during our lifetimes. By veterans touched by his exemplary work, note credit institutions. This legislation overwhelm- that standard, Dr. Polleys has earned not ingly passed the House and paved the way for his unique ability to navigate bureaucracy and just the right to be unashamed, but the right successfully resolve casework with unusual to be proud. If she thought in terms of pride, its companion legislation to be signed into law expedience. Recently, Dr. McKiernan inter- she would be. She doesn’t. If her accomplish- this past September. I was also impressed vened in a case involving a veteran afflicted ments are to be praised, we must praise them and touched by his eloquence during the de- with esophageal cancer who nearly became because she won’t. bate on the Respect for Fallen Heroes Act homeless due to the financial challenges of Today, as Dr. Polleys moves into retirement when he stated, ‘‘Our service members em- his illness. Because of his efforts, an Amer- from government service, we honor her and body the exact opposite of hate by sacrificing their lives so that we can keep ours. I pay trib- ican hero is receiving the care and assistance thank her for all she has done for the benefit ute to them . . .’’ It is this selflessness and in- that he deserves. This is but one example in of Columbus, GA—as an elected official and tegrity that has made it a pleasure to work a long career of helping others. as a private citizen dedicated to the good of with him. It is my great honor to recognize Dr. Patrick others. Her exemplary service to her commu- It is also an honor to know him as a friend. McKiernan today before my assembled col- nity has set a standard of dedication and lead- JIM is a committed family man. He and his ership that has inspired many and will inspire leagues in the U.S. House of Representatives. wife Anne have worked as a ‘‘dynamic duo’’ to many others. His leadership and service make him an out- strengthen and promote family values through standing American worthy of our collective f their work with the Statesmen Leaders Con- honor and appreciation. HONORING REPRESENTATIVES J.D. ference and the Congressional Wives’ Club. f HAYWORTH AND JIM RYUN He is most famously identified as the man TRIBUTE TO DR. POLLEYS who broke the 4-minute mile, an incredible HON. CLIFF STEARNS feat of athleticism that many of us, myself in- cluded, wish we could replicate. But I would OF FLORIDA HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. not identify him that way. Instead, I would OF GEORGIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES identify him most readily with his faith, for that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, December 6, 2006 is how he lives his life. I have had the pleas- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, I have had the ure of attending many Bible studies with him Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise privilege of working with some great men and here at the Capitol, and I have found the today to honor a great woman who has with- women over my years in Congress, and I rise source of his strength of character stems from out reserve given her all to Muscogee County, today to pay my respect to two of my col- his deep faith in God. His love for God and his GA. On this day, Dr. Polleys is retiring as leagues who will be leaving at the end of this fellow man has inspired many of us, and led chair of the Muscogee County School Board, year: Representatives J.D. HAYWORTH and JIM some to a deeper relationship with God them- a position which she has held for 13 years. RYUN. selves. I value the time I have had to work She has faithfully served her community while Anyone who has worked with J.D. with JIM. I will miss his calming presence and blazing new trails for those who would follow. HAYWORTH can readily testify that he is a char- insight in the 110th Congress, and I pray that Dr. Polleys grew up in Harris County, GA ismatic man of many talents. His career in God blesses him and his family in his future and knew early on that she wanted to make Congress has been highlighted by his leader- endeavors. a difference in her community. To that end, ship on immigration reform, advocacy for en- f she came back to Columbus to teach school hanced border security and prioritization of na- REGARDING INTENT TO INTRO- after graduating from Mercer University. Not tional security in these threatening times. In DUCE THE BROADBAND EXPENS- long thereafter, Mary Sue completed her mas- addition, he has received the ‘‘Taxpayer Hero’’ ING ACT OF 2007 IN THE 110TH ter’s degree at Auburn University and taught award from Citizens Against Government CONGRESS speech at the college level for 7 years, tutored Waste 10 times, and was recently awarded extensively, and became involved in corporate the ‘‘Lifetime Tax Fighter’’ award from the Na- HON. DORIS O. MATSUI training. In accordance with her ambitious na- tional Tax Limitation Committee. He has also OF CALIFORNIA ture, she did not stop with her master’s but worked tirelessly for protection of children. His IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES went on to receiver her doctor of philosophy provisions for a centralized law enforcement degree from Auburn and served as director of database of child abusers strengthened the Wednesday, December 6, 2006 the Servant Leadership Program at Columbus Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act, Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to State University until her retirement. which President Bush signed into law this discuss an important piece of legislation I will After being elected to the Muscogee County July. reintroduce early next year, along with my col- School Board in November of 1993, Dr. These are some of the many distinctive league, Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania, to en- Polleys led the school board to a place where achievements of J.D. HAYWORTH as a public courage the deployment of broadband high-

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Mr. Speaker, I encour- was eliminated by the construction of Friant cosponsors and 65 Senate cosponsors. As the age Turkey to honor their commitments and Dam. Congress and administration consider various implement important economic, regional, and But bringing about something as momen- methods of encouraging innovation in Amer- political advancements in order to gain mem- tous as this agreement is easier said than ica, a broadband incentive of this nature must bership in the European Union (EU). done. This settlement has been literally dec- be of high priority. Today, December 6, 2006, marks an impor- ades in the making, and I think we should all This bill was a priority for my late husband, tant deadline in the pursuit of international be very glad we’re at this point, rather than partnership and cooperation. Turkey must watching another several years of litigation who worked with Mr. ENGLISH, Senator ROCKE- begin to demonstrate to the EU and the inter- and argument. FELLER, Senator BAUCUS, and the late Senator national community that it is willing to imple- It took a collaborative effort to bring this set- Moynihan to craft it in 2000. They all worked ment changes in its policy prior to the Ascen- tlement about, and I’d like to take a moment hard on it for several years and built tremen- sion Summit, where it will be decided whether to recognize the leaders of this effort. dous bipartisan support in both chambers of Turkey may continue toward EU membership. Congressman RADANOVICH and Senator Congress. My husband spent a lot of time dis- The significance of this deadline is undeniable; DIANNE FEINSTEIN took the lead in directing the cussing this measure with his colleagues in Turkey must decide: do they continue to pur- Natural Resources Defense Council and the the House, explaining how it would work, sue a policy which alienates and impedes Friant water users to settle the 18-year legal seeking cosponsorships. It has been a popular other nations? Or, do they adopt policy dispute, and in negotiating the legislation to measure. On three separate occasions it has changes to join an important international co- implement their settlement. almost passed the Congress, but each time operative body. Attorney Hal Candee has shepherded It is a well-known fact the regional policies NRDC’s effort to reverse 60 years of destruc- fell short in the House. Three times this bill of Turkey cause strain in the South Caucasus tion on the San Joaquin, and Friant’s counsel, has passed the Senate, and three times it has region and unfairly harms the welfare of their Dan Dooley, ensured that the river could flow been rejected in conference with the House, to neighbor country, Armenia. The European without devastating his farmers. the disappointment of my husband, my col- Union has repeatedly called for the cessation My hat is off to each of the parties who league Mr. ENGLISH, and many other members of the Turkish Blockade of Armenia as well as have made this happen. of this body who supported it and felt it could normalization of relations between the coun- There is still a lot of work to be done before make a significant contribution to improving tries. However, these two pre-conditions to en- the salmon can return to the San Joaquin America’s telecommunications and information tering the EU have been blatantly ignored by River again, and I look forward to working in technology infrastructure. Turkey. The blockade, now in its thirteenth the 110th Congress and beyond to help move year, is the only blockade of a fellow Council the restoration efforts forward. Now we are prepared to make another push of Europe state. This is simply unacceptable, I will also make sure that this worthy effort for this bill in the 110th Congress. The and I implore the EU to stand firm in their rec- does not detract from other ongoing restora- Broadband Expensing Act will provide a tem- ommendations to Turkey in order to ensure tion efforts, like the important work taking porary two-tiered tax incentive to stimulate these iniquitous economic practices are elimi- place on the Trinity River in northern Cali- new investment in this crucial infrastructure: nated. fornia. 50 percent expensing for investment in ‘‘cur- Mr. Speaker, Armenia is a friend of the There is still much to be done in order to rent-generation’’ broadband infrastructure in United States; and too many countries implement and fund the 2000 Record of Deci- rural and underserved areas, and full expens- throughout the world. Yet, Turkey refuses to sion for Trinity River restoration, and I intend ing for ‘‘next generation’’ broadband invest- see the benefits Armenia brings to the South to work with my colleagues to restore that river and its fishery, including the resources ments in those same areas, as well as resi- Caucasus region. This refusal has led to fierce tension within the region, as well as unfair that the United States holds in trust for the dential areas generally. Moreover, it is de- economic outcomes that only harm Armenia. Hoopa Valley Tribe. signed to be technology neutral, making deliv- Before Turkey can become a member of the Again, I want to thank those who have led ery of service, not the delivery medium, the European Union, they must first acknowledge in this collaborative effort, and I urge my col- factor for eligibility. Any broadband provider their mistakes, foster cooperation in the South leagues to support this legislation to settle a meeting the required speeds, measured in Caucasus region, and respect their neighbor, very long legal dispute and finally to bring megabits of data delivered to and from the Armenia. salmon back to the once-great San Joaquin consumer per second, is eligible, whether I encourage the European Parliament to River. such service is provided over telephone wire, consider the ramifications of Turkey’s actions f before granting them membership to the EU. cable modem, optical fiber, wireless, satellite, A TRIBUTE TO MR. CRUZ or other forms of technology. The purpose of the EU is to create economic, political and most importantly regional co- BUSTAMANTE JR. It is important to act quickly. Recent reports operation between nations with similar inter- by the Organization for Economic Cooperation ests. Turkey, with a history of bullying their HON. JIM COSTA and Development and the International Tele- neighbor, does not deserve membership until OF CALIFORNIA communications Union find the United States they change their ways. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lagging in broadband penetration compared to f Wednesday, December 6, 2006 other nations. We should not sit idly by and SAN JOAQUIN RIVER Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today and allow the United States to fall behind in this RESTORATION SETTLEMENT ACT join my colleagues Mr. CARDOZA, Mr. RADANO- crucial area. Just as the federal government VICH and Mr. NUNES in honoring and remem- stepped in to provide national availability of HON. GEORGE MILLER bering the life of Mr. Cruz Bustamante Jr., electrification and transportation in the mid- OF CALIFORNIA who passed away on Friday, December 1, 1900s, we must now ensure a national system IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2006. Mr. Bustamante was a respected mem- of electronic information. ber of his community and his memory will for- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 I urge all of my colleagues to support this ever be cherished. important measure. I look forward to working Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. Mr. Bustamante, was born on November 2, Speaker, I rise in support of the legislation in- 1933 in Loving, New Mexico. In his youth, he with my cosponsors and the leadership of both troduced today by Congressman RADANOVICH and his family left New Mexico and made Cali- parties to see the Broadband Expensing Act to implement a practical agreement to revive fornia’s San Joaquin Valley their new home. become law in 2007. our State’s second-longest river. Cruz graduated from Dinuba High School and

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Mohler Barber College. He successfully pur- Mr. SHAW’s leadership in Medicare is peer- of the Heartland, and the Hardin County Fund sued careers as a barber and later as the Ad- less. Physicians around Florida and around for the Arts. He remains an active member of ministrator for the Greater California Employ- the nation have him to thank for his tireless ef- the local United Way and the Elizabethtown ment Program and United Health Centers. forts on their reimbursement, as well as med- Rotary Club. Like his son, Cruz, who served two-terms as ical liability reform. I am honored that he It is my great privilege to recognize Lloyd C. the California’s Lieutenant Governor and as a asked me to carry the torch for his work on Hillard, Jr. today, before the entire U.S. House Member of the State Assembly representing medical screenings for first responders. I shall of Representatives, for his example of leader- the San Joaquin Valley, Mr. Bustamante also not let him down. ship and service. His unique achievements had an appetite for public service and never Mrs. HARRIS has served honorably as a bril- make him an outstanding American worthy of shied away from the opportunity to influence liant stateswoman, both for Florida and for the our collective honor and respect. change in his community. Following that pas- United States. As Secretary of State for Flor- sion, he served the City of San Joaquin both ida, she represented and advanced our inter- f as a member and Mayor Pro Tem. In addition, ests in trade, with diplomacy and aplomb. many civic, educational and community boards And, she is an accomplished horsewoman and RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE and committees were the beneficiaries of Mr. solid booster and alumna of the University of SHERWOOD BOEHLERT FOR HIS Bustamante’s interest in his community’s wel- Florida, with strong family ties. OUTSTANDING SERVICE AS fare. As an example of our unity, like other States CHAIRMAN OF THE HOUSE Mr. Cruz Bustamante Jr. is survived by his with no income taxes, our delegation has lob- SCIENCE COMMITTEE beloved wife of 54 years, Dominga and their bied hard for federal income tax fairness, via children: Cruz M., Belinda, Dorothy, Ron, An- the deduction for state and local sales taxes. drew and Naomi. Also surviving him are nine When I gathered the support of the Florida HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE siblings, ten grandchildren and three great- delegation for this deduction in the American OF TEXAS grandchildren. Jobs Creation Act of 2004 in a letter in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Although his passing leaves a community in summer of 2004, I am proud to say that I col- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 mourning, his devotion to his family, loyalty to lected the signatures of 100 percent of our friends, and commitment to helping others will delegation, all 25 of our House Members, and Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, never be forgotten. I would like to extend my our two Senators. One of our delegation, the I rise today to recognize the Honorable SHER- deepest condolences to his family and friends, Honorable Porter Goss, in fact had one foot WOOD BOEHLERT for his outstanding service as and reassure them that his memory will live on out the door, to head the Central Intelligence Chairman of the House Science Committee. through the lives he so graciously touched. Agency, but he still took a moment to sign our Chairman SHERWOOD BOEHLERT, in honor of f letter. I don’t think any of the other non-in- your long-term commitment to scientific re- come tax states, including the even larger del- search, I congratulate you on all of your re- FOND FAREWELL TO DEPARTING egation of Texas, secured 100 percent sup- markable achievements as Chairman of the FLORIDA DELEGATION MEMBERS port. This solidarity just exemplifies who Flo- House Science Committee. It has been my ridians are. Representatives BILIRAKIS, SHAW, pleasure to serve alongside you as we worked HON. CLIFF STEARNS HARRIS, and DAVIS, fare thee well. diligently on many scientific matters which af- OF FLORIDA f fected every American across the country. While I congratulate you on your service and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING LLOYD C. HILLARD, JR. celebrate your retirement, I recognize without Wednesday, December 6, 2006 reservation that your valued insights and con- Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, Florida is a HON. RON LEWIS tributions to the Science Committee will be state like no other. Our distinct regions range OF KENTUCKY deeply missed. from the white-sanded beaches of the pan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As Chairman of the Science Committee, you handle to the pink-sanded, sophisticated spearheaded advancement in nanotechnology boutiqued avenues of Miami, passing through Wednesday, December 6, 2006 through the ‘‘21st Century Nanotechnology the space coast, home to Kennedy Space Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise Research and Development Act,’’ that was Center, and, most exquisitely, through the today to pay public tribute to Lloyd C. Hillard, signed in December 2003, by President beautiful, rolling horse country of Marion and Jr., an exemplary community leader, business- George W. Bush. This was an important bill Alachua counties. man and citizen from my congressional dis- which allowed for a more coordinated and bet- Our congressional delegation is no less di- trict. Lloyd received this year’s Hardin County ter funded interagency program in verse. We have our rock-solid fiscal conserv- Distinguished Citizen Award from the Boy nanotechnology—an emerging field of science atives, our steady moderates, and our pro- Scouts of America during ceremonies earlier that the National Science Foundation esti- gressive liberals. I am proud to be associated this month. mates will be a $1 trillion industry within the with them all. A native of Kentucky, Lloyd grew up on a next decade. Tonight, I join my Sunshine State col- farm in Pine Grove and earned college de- You have also been an esteemed advocate leagues to bid a fond farewell to CLAY SHAW, grees from the University of Kentucky and the for the environment having authored the Clean MIKE BILIRAKIS, JIM DAVIS, and KATHERINE University of Wisconsin. Lloyd has distin- Air Act amendments of 1990, which for the HARRIS. Each of them are unique seashells, guished himself as a business leader, serving first time established a federal response to sparkling on the beach that we call Florida. as President and CEO of First Citizens Bank, acid rain. Furthermore, your dedication did not Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mr. DAVIS and I have spent and a good neighbor, through his active in- stop there. In 1996, you authored the Con- many years together on the Committee on En- volvement in many community and charitable servation Title in the Farm bill, which provided ergy & Commerce. For countless hours, we organizations. over $9 billion for conservation programs crit- have debated the Outer Continental Shelf, Though never a scout himself, Lloyd’s life- ical to hunters and fishermen. Such crucial Medicaid, and telecommunications issues. long example of honesty and devotion to his programs included the Wetlands Reserve Pro- There were never dull moments, but even as family and community parallel ideals cham- gram, the Conservation Reserve Program and we disagreed, I think that the three of us pioned by the Boy Scouts. He first became in- the Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program. asked a common question as we legislated: volved with the Scouts as a young adult, run- I can confidently say that through your dis- what is best for Floridians? ning a school recruitment program. tinguished 24 years of service, you have made In Mr. BILIRAKIS, further, one could ask for Lloyd has been an especially active member a lasting and valuable impact on American so- no more dedicated advocate for our Nation’s of our community, having served as past ciety. Thank you for your unwavering dedica- veterans. He has introduced the fix for the un- president and director of the Bluegrass Coun- tion and successful efforts in drawing the nec- fair offset of concurrent receipt of veteran dis- cil Boy Scouts of America, past chairman of essary attention to the competitive challenges ability pay and military retirement pay for 20 the North Central Kentucky Education Founda- facing U.S. companies, and to the importance years now. Happily, he must leave here with tion, and former treasurer and director of the of math and science education in overcoming the satisfaction that Congress has made sub- Cavalry Armor Foundation. those challenges. I also thank you for your ex- stantial progress in ending this century-old Lloyd was also past chairman of the Hardin cellent efforts of ensuring that our nation re- problem. County Community Foundation, Helping Hand mains number one in the global economy.

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Mr. Speaker, today I recognize my GameCocks. They will meet for the first time KHALISTAN COUNCIL SEES INDIA’S alma mater, the University of Houston Cou- since October 5, 1974, but whom the Cougars DISINTEGRATION gars whose football team won the Conference are 2–0 against. I look forward to a Cougar (By Our Staff Reporter) USA Championship on December 1, 2006 victory. Lahore, Nov. 6: India will break up in against Southern Mississippi in front of a My pride goes to UH. ‘‘Eat ‘em up, eat ‘em many states like the former USSR, says hometown crowd of 31,818, the largest crowd up; rah, rah, rah,’’ Mr. Speaker. Council of Khalistan president Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh. in the history of UH’s Robertson Stadium. That’s just the way it is. After being down at halftime by a score of 17– ‘‘There is nothing common in the culture 13, the Cougars rallied by to win by 34–20. f of the Hindu living in Bengal and the one in I am immensely proud of the Cougar foot- Tamil area. A country having 18 official lan- COUNCIL OF KHALISTAN URGES guages cannot hold its people together for a ball program, which in the space of 5 years SIKHS TO WORK TO FREE long time, especially when there is state- has turned itself completely around from a KHALISTAN SEES DISINTEGRA- sponsored suppression against minorities,’’ winless season in 2001. TION OF INDIA Dr. Aulakh said at a press conference at the This lion’s share of this tremendous success Lahore Press Club on Monday. is attributed to Mr. Art Briles, the head coach The BJP had conveyed to all the minori- of the Cougars—the brilliant architect of the HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS ties in the strongest terms that if they want- turnaround. When Briles came to the Cougars OF NEW YORK ed to live in ‘Hindustan’, they have to be- in 2003, he found a team and school demor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES come Hindus. Over a million people have been killed since independence merely be- alized and devastated from years of medioc- Thursday, December 7, 2006 cause they were not Hindus. The Indian gov- rity. A mere three years later, due to his lead- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, last month, Dr. ernment has committed terrorism against ership, the Coogs are conference champs and Gurmit Singh Aulakh, President of the Council its own minorities. More than 250,000 Sikh headed to the Liberty Bowl. of Khalistan, spoke at the Press Club in La- infants, children, youth, men, women and el- In football, statistics are misleading, be- derly had been murdered since 1984, in addi- hore, Pakistan. In that speech, he predicted cause the game is above all a team effort. It tion to more than 300,000 Christians in disintegration of India, according to the news- is hard to describe the contribution of an indi- Nagaland, over 90,000 Muslims in Kashmir, paper Dawn from Lahore. ‘‘There is nothing vidual player to such an effort through their tens of thousands of Christians and Muslims common in the culture of the Hindu living in statistics, because one’s performance is mor- throughout the country besides tens of thou- Bengal and the one in Tamil area,’’ the paper sands of Assameese, Bodos, Dalits, tally dependent on so many other variables— quotes Dr. Aulakh as saying. ‘‘A country hav- Manipuris, Tamils and other minorities. broadly speaking, the performance of every ing 18 official languages cannot hold its peo- Indian police arrested human rights activ- other player on the team. Therefore, it could ple together for a long time, especially when ist Jaswant Singh Khalra after he exposed be said that the most important, perhaps only, their policy of mass cremation of Sikhs. statistic that matters is that of wins and losses, there is state sponsored suppression against Over 50,000 Sikhs were arrested, tortured, which reflects the performance of the team, minorities,’’ he went on to say. murdered and then their bodies were de- not the individual player. This statistic is really Dr. Aulakh cited the BJP’s statement that if clared unidentified and secretly cremated, the coach’s statistic—Mr. Briles is ultimately you want to live in Hindustan, you must be a said Dr. Aulakh. Hindu. He discussed India’s long record of vio- Mr. Khalra was murdered in police custody responsible for it. In this the Cougars excelled, and his body was not handed over to his fam- with a record of ten wins and only three lence against the minorities within its borders, including the murders of over a quarter of a ily. No one was brought to justice for his losses. kidnap and murder. The only witness to the In recognition of excellence in leadership million Sikhs, more than 90,000 Kashmiri Mus- Khalra kidnapping, Rajiv Singh Randbawa, and performance, on December 6, Briles won lims, over 300,000 Christians in Nagaland, had been repeatedly harassed by the police, the Coach of the Year award from the Con- 2,000 to 5,000 Muslims in Gujarat, tens of including having been arrested for trying to ference USA—An award well-deserved. thousands of Christians and Muslims around hand a note to the then British home sec- Mr. Speaker, in football, extreme importance the rest of the country, and tens of thousands retary Jack Straw. is paid to the position of the quarterback. In of Assamese, Bodos, Dalit ‘‘untouchables’’, The Khalistan Council chief said 35 Sikhs Manipuris, Tamils, and other minorities. He were arrested in Punjab last year for deliv- the realm of sports, the vitality of this position ering speeches in support of Khalistan and is matched only by the pitcher in baseball. cited numerous other incidents, including the raising its flag. How can delivering speeches Fortunately, UH had an excellent quarter- murder of former Jathedar of the Akal Takht and raising a flag be considered crimes in a back in Kevin Kolb. In the championship Gurdev Singh Kaunke, the kidnapping and democratic society? game, Kevin completed 19–for–31 passes for murder by the police of human-rights activist The police never released the body of 258 yards and two touchdowns. He also Jaswant Singh Khalra, the recent attack on Gurdeve Singh Kaunke, the former Jathedar rushed for a 46-yard touchdown. But this was the Convent of Loreto, the attack on the Babri of the Akal Takht, after SSP Swaran Singh the continuation of an equally stellar season, mosque, and many other such events. Ghotna murdered him. The police officer had never been tried for the murder. in which Kevin completed 266–for–393 passes Dr. Aulakh said that the only solution to this Mr. Graham Stains, missionary, was mur- for 3,423 yards. He threw a league-high 27 situation is a free, sovereign, independent dered along with his two sons, ages 8 and 10, touchdowns with only three interceptions. This Khalistan, which was declared on October 7, by a mob of militant, fundamentalist Hindu touchdown-to-interception ratio was the sec- 1987. It is time for the United States to help nationalists who set fire to the jeep, sur- ond lowest in all of NCAAI–A football. For protect the dignity of all people in South Asia rounded it, and chanted Hannuman ki jay these exceptional accomplishments, Kevin has by helping them to live in freedom. There (Victory to Hannuman). Another missionary, deservedly won the C–USA Offensive Player should be a free and fair plebiscite in Punjab Joseph cope, was beaten so badly that he had on the independence of Khalistan, as well as to remain in an Indian hospital for a week. of the Year award. Later, the Indian government threw him out I must also recognize Vincent Marshall, who a plebiscite in Kashmir, as promised to the of the country and none of the people in- was named the game’s Most Valuable Player. United Nations in 1948, in Nagaland, and volved had been tried. Vincent, a wide receiver, rushed for a touch- wherever people are seeking freedom from ‘‘Police broke up a Christian religious fes- down and had 224 all-purpose yards—100 re- India. The essence of democracy is the right tival with gunfire but the people who mur- ceiving, 22 rushing, and 102 yards on three to self-determination. The United States Con- dered priests, raped nuns and burnt churches kickoff returns. Also notable is the fact that gress should be on record in support of that. had yet to be charged or tried. Recently, Vincent has made a reception in 36 straight In addition, we should stop our aid and trade militants from the Bharatiya Januata Yuva, the youth movement affiliated with the BJP games, allowing him to be the Nation’s top re- with India until such time as the tyranny stops and the fascist RSS, attacked the Convent of turning career receiver. He is also just 31 and all people there enjoy full human rights. Loreto. catches, and 557 yards, away from holding We seek good relations with India, but not ‘‘The murderers of 2,000 to 5,000 Muslims in the UH record in both categories. at the expense of our principles. India must Gujarat have never been brought to trial. An

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In the Habitot gallery, infants fundamentalists destroyed the most impor- [From The News International, Nov. 7, 2006] and toddlers ranging in age from six months to tant mosque in india, the Babri Masjid, but SIKHS URGED TO WORK FOR HOMELAND no one had ever been held responsible,’’ said four years old can safely explore and crawl Sardar Gurmeet Singh Aulak, president of Dr. Aulakh. through the Habitot’s pond, prairie, forest and Council of Khalistan, has said that it is the ‘‘What good it did to the Sikh nation if the moral duty of Sikhs to establish free home- bluff caves to enhance their cognitive, physical Indian government apologized for the Delhi land and get freedom from India. and social development. In the Rooftop massacres, in which over 20,000 sikhs were While addressing a press conference here ArtPark, where nature and art come together, killed? Where are the apologies for the gold- Monday at Lahore Press Club, he said Sikhs en Temple attack, the destruction of the young visitors experience the changing colors had to come forward to get free homeland for Akal Takht, the desecration of Darbar Sahib of leaves from treetops to changing weather the Sikhs living around the world. He said and the other atrocities? Where is the com- conditions in Minnesota, In the World Works the foundation of Khalistan was laid after pensation for the victims’ families?’’ asked a the attack on Golden Temple in 1984 adding gallery, children explore and discover the fun charged Khalistan Council chief. that now the Sikhs were fighting for their of water by building boats and racing them Sikh farmers were expelled from birth right though the war was long but it through a water tube. Uttaranchal last year and their land was has to meet logical end. seized, police thrashed them, their homes Through these imaginative approaches to He said the biggest mistake which the that were built out of their life savings and Sikh nation had committed was that they lessons about society, science and art, the by their own hands, were bulldozed by para- did not accept the offer of Quaid-e-Azam Mu- Minnesota Children’s Museum shows young troopers. ‘‘We condemn this act of state ter- hammad Ali Jinnah and for that they have people that learning can be fun. Community rorism by the government of Uttaranchal,’’ to pay for few more decades. investments like the Children’s Museum pro- he said. He said their struggle was peaceful and po- Sikhs could not buy land in Rajasthan and vide the foundation for lifelong learning. Mr. litical but India turned into violent by kill- Himachal Pradesh and now Uttaranchal had Speaker, please join me in honoring all the ing innocent Sikhs in East Punjab and been added to the list while there were no re- people who have made the Minnesota Chil- tagged them as terrorists. strictions on land ownership in Punjab by He said in India, 18 different languages dren’s Museum a success for children’s edu- non-Sikhs. were being spoken and when there was no cation. India was trying to subvert Khalistan’s commonality in cultures, the country was independence by overrunning Punjab with bound to be divided into parts like the f non-Sikhs while keeping Sikhs from escap- USSR. He said on October 17, 1987, the reso- ing the brutal repression in Punjab. ‘‘It is lution was passed by Council of Khalistan for FRANK CORRECTS HIS ERROR now incumbent on the Sikh diaspora to free free homeland and from that date the Sikhs Khalistan. We must redouble our efforts. were struggling to get their homeland. That is the only way to keep these atrocities He said Sikhs has no claim on that piece of from continuing and to protect the Sikh na- land where they did not have any population HON. BARNEY FRANK tion and the religion.’’ but they want homeland on areas of East OF MASSACHUSETTS The Akali Dal, Dr. Aulakh alleged, con- Punjab, Himachal and Haryana, where the spired with the Indian government in 1984 to Sikhs were in majority. About Kashmir IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES invade the Golden Temple to murder Sant issue, he said he was surprised to note that Bhindranwale and 20,000 other Sikhs in June with so many Muslim countries around the Thursday, December 7, 2006 1984 in Punjab. world, the state was not freed yet as if the In response to a question, he said the In- Sikhs have the same number of countries, Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, dian prime minister was a puppet. ‘‘Mr. they had freed their land from the cruel in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD for Tuesday, Manmohan Singh lied before the Geneva clutches of India. Commission in 1992 that there were no atroc- December 5, 2006 I inserted remarks noting About Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, the justifiable honor that Georgetown Law ities against Sikhs in India in spite of the he said he was a puppet PM and dance to the fact that there were 52,000 Sikhs in Indian School paid to our former colleague, Father tunes of Sonia Gandhi and lacks confidence Robert Drinan, by naming a Chair in Human jails under the notorious TADA. He lacks the of Sikh nation. true Sikh spirit, if a Sikh is not Khalistani, Rights in his honor. Unfortunately, I marred he is not a Sikh,’’ declared Dr. Aulakh. f that insertion by incorrectly naming the first Sikhs would never get any justice from CONGRATULATING THE MIN- holder of the Chair. In that insertion, I said that Delhi. Ever since independence, India had Professor T. Alexander Aleinikoff was holding mistreated the Sikh nation, starting with NESOTA CHILDREN’S MUSEUM Patel’s memo calling Sikhs ‘a criminal ON ITS 25TH ANNIVERSARY the Chair. In fact, he is the Dean of George- tribe.’ town University Law Center and he spoke at ‘‘What a shame for Home Minister Patel HON. BETTY McCOLLUM the ceremony in recognition of the first Chair and the Indian government to issue this OF MINNESOTA holder. That recipient of the honor of being the memorandom when the Sikh nation gave IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES first holder of the Robert F. Drinan Chair is over 80 percent of the sacrifices to free India. Judge Thomas Buergenthal. There is no place for Sikhs in supposedly sec- Thursday, December 7, 2006 Mr. Speaker, because I think it is a very im- ular, democratic India. Our moment of free- Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- dom is closer than ever. Sikhs will continue er, today I rise to recognize the staff and pa- portant step that one of our nation’s leading to work to make certain that we shake our- trons of the Minnesota Children’s Museum on law schools has so honored a man who pio- selves loose from the yoke of Indian oppres- neered in the important field of human rights, sion and liberate our homeland, Khalistan, its 25th Anniversary. Since its inception on December 12, 1981, the Minnesota Children’s and further that the proceedings in which that so that all Sikhs may live lives of prosperity, occurred be fully and accurately portrayed freedom and dignity. Museum has welcomed more than 5 million ‘‘The flame of freedom continues to burn children through its doors, giving young people here in this RECORD, I have submitted for brightly in the heart of every Sikh and no hands-on experiences that offer a world of op- printing elsewhere in the RECORD a copy that force can suppress it. Recently, Dal Khalsa portunities for children, youth and adults alike corrects my mistake. I ask separately that and the Shironment Khalsa Dal announced to explore and discover. these remarks be included so that people who that they are uniting for sovereignty for note that there were two versions of this im- Khalistan. The Punjab legislative assembly As the number of visitors has grown from 65,000 to 400,000 per year, the Minnesota portant ceremony printed in the RECORD will proclaimed the sovereignty of Punjab when understand why. it cancelled the water agreements. Only by Children’s Museum has moved to larger space liberating Khalistan can we put an end to three times, from downtown Minneapolis to its I apologize to Judge Buergenthal for not the repression and terrorism against the current location in downtown St. Paul. Thanks having recognized initially his being des- Sikh nation by the Indian regime. Now is the to the vision and commitment of founders ignated as the holder of this Chair and I re- time to rededicate ourselves to the libera- Marialice Harwood, Kate Donaldson and Su- peat my congratulations to Georgetown Uni- tion of Khalistan. ‘‘The Sikhs are a free nation and they zanne Payne, the Children’s Museum con- versity Law Center for honoring a great man, would neither compromise on their freedom tinues to expand as an innovative venue for former Congressman Father Robert F. Drinan, nor they could be subjugated. Freedom is the educating and nurturing young children, and and a great cause to which he has donated right of every nation. We have been strug- offer unique public spaces for civic and com- and continues to donate so much of his talent gling for the independence of our homeland munity engagement. and time.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.003 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2148 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 PERSONAL EXPLANATION acuse where he began his legal career. In refusal, Mr. Dick asked the court to set aside time, Louis Marshall distinguished himself as the sale ofthe property to the United States HON. CHARLIE NORWOOD one of the more prominent and sought after and to allow him to repurchase it from his ex- OF GEORGIA lawyers in New York State. Through his tire- wife. Betty and her husband traveled to Wash- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES less efforts advocating civil rights and com- bating anti-Semitism, Louis Marshal became a ington to negotiate a settlement of this lawsuit Thursday, December 7, 2006 legendary appellate attorney and a Constitu- and were told that the Interior Department was Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall tional scholar. Throughout his life, he tried prepared to agree to a settlement that would No. 527; condemning the decision of St. more cases before the United States Supreme allow them a ‘‘lifetime occupancy’’ of the prop- Denis, France, to name a street in honor of Court than any other non-govemmental lawyer erty in return for their agreement to drop the Mumia Abu-Jamal, the convicted murderer of of his era. lawsuit. She told me that they agreed to that, Philadelphia Police Officer Danny Faulkner. Locally, Louis Marshall was heavily involved but that the formal documents to complete the Had I been present, I would have voted within the Syracuse community. As a longtime settlement instead provided for continued oc- ‘‘yea.’’ trustee of Syracuse University, he worked cupancy for a term of 25 years. According to Betty, her husband decided to f hard for the creation of the New York State College of Forestry. accept and sign the documents because he HONORING NASA MISSION SPE- His greatness was often sought after by was wornout by protracted negotiations with CIALIST JOAN E. HIGGINBOTHAM many, landing Mr. Marshall on commissions at the National Park Service and because he felt the State and National level. that neither he nor his wife would live longer HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Throughout his prestigious career, Louis than 25 years. So, he did sign the Settlement Agreement—which, in addition to reducing the OF TEXAS Marshall always maintained close personal period of occupancy to 25 years also required IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ties to the Syracuse community. At the time of his untimely death on September 11, 1929, him to make a lump sum payment of $7,500 Thursday, December 7, 2006 Louis Marshall had already cemented his to the National Park Service. As it happened, Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. greatness. Louis Marshall will always be re- he was right to think that he would not outlive Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the membered as a hard working, loving, indi- the 25-year period, but he was wrong about STS–116 crew aboard the Space Shuttle Dis- vidual who fought diligently to protect the his widow, Betty Dick. I also learned that both Fred and Betty Dick covery on the occasion of their launch into rights of all and fought hard so the integrity of had been good stewards of this property, space today. Thursday, December 7, 2006, our great Constitution would never be jeopard- opened their home and property for commu- marks the shuttle’s 20th mission to the Inter- ized. nity events and the public, and had been good national Space Station. f Space is a frontier few Americans get to ex- neighbors with the National Park Service and its employees. Betty stated to me back in Sep- perience, and for females and members of TRIBUTE TO BETTY DICK tember—and has stated throughout—that she ethnic minorities, the opportunities are espe- is simply asking for an opportunity to remain cially rare. HON. MARK UDALL on the property for the rest of her life. For this reason I offer warmest congratula- OF COLORADO Given this history, I asked my staff to see tions to Mission Specialist Joan E. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES what we could do to help. Following initial con- Higginbotham. Thursday, December 7, 2006 tact with Rocky Mountain National Park after As an African American woman, Joan my staff’s first meeting with Betty in Sep- Higginbotham will inspire millions of girls Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to note the passing of Ms. Betty Dick, tember, I sent a letter to the Secretary of the across the nation and across the world. Ms. Interior on October 12, 2004 respectfully re- Higginbotham’s track record of excellence has who died on November 14, 2006, in Arizona. She was 84. Earlier this year, this body questing that the Park Service sit down with set her apart from her peers. Trained as an Betty and renegotiate the terms of the Settle- passed a bill I helped author to allow Betty to electrical engineer with management and ment Agreement. I also suggested that in re- remain on property within Rocky Mountain Na- space systems expertise, Ms. Higginbotham turn for this renegotiation Betty offer some- tional Park in Colorado for the rest of her has gone down a unique path. thing of value in exchange for her being able life—property that she and her late husband Both Ms. Higginbotham and I are proud to remain on this property. members of The Links, Incorporated. had enjoyed and stewarded for 25 years. The response to that request was a letter The Links, Incorporated is a not-for-profit or- Although she did not get the chance to long back from the National Park Service’s Inter- ganization of more than 10,000 women of enjoy this property under the rights of occupa- mountain Region Director indicating that the color, committed to enhancing the quality of tion granted under this law—the Betty Dick Park Service was unwilling to sit down with life in their communities. The Links founders Residence Protection Act—she did appreciate Betty and work out either an extension of the had three primary service aims: civic, edu- that Congress understood her situation and Settlement Agreement, or some other arrange- cational, and cultural. In her achievement as passed a law to allow her to stay. ment with her. Given this response, I deter- an astronaut, Ms. Higginbotham will light the All those who got to know Betty understood mined that the National Park Service was ei- paths of millions of women of color to achieve her grace, her tenacity, and her love of the ther uninterested or unable to take administra- in areas previously inaccessible to them. outdoors, this property in the Park, and espe- tive steps to resolve the matter fairly, and that Again, warmest congratulations and best cially her family, friends and neighbors. Before as a result my only option was to introduce wishes to the crew, especially to Mission Spe- coming to me for help, Betty had not had ex- legislation that would extend the terms of the cialist Joan E. Higginbotham. perience working with Congress. Neverthe- Settlement Agreement and allow Ms. Dick to f less, she was a quick study fully grasping the stay on this property for the remainder of her nuances of passing a private bill and ap- life. COMMEMORATING THE 150TH ANNI- proaching this task with patience, respect for That bill was H.R. 432, which I introduced VERSARY OF THE DECEMBER 14, the institution and its members, and the need on January 26, 2005. The bill extended the 1856 BIRTH OF LOUIS MARSHALL to make her case. She did all of that with terms of the Settlement Agreement allowing poise and vigor. Betty to occupy the cabin on this property for HON. JAMES T. WALSH My involvement in this issue began when as long as Betty was alive. Senator KEN OF NEW YORK Betty met with my staff in September of 2004, SALAZAR introduced a companion version of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES at which time we learned that Betty’s occu- this bill on March 3, 2005. pancy was based on a July, 1980 Settlement Following the introduction of this bill, I con- Thursday, December 7, 2006 Agreement that resolved a lawsuit brought by tinued to urge the National Park Service to Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Betty’s deceased husband, Mr. Fred Dick, work out some administrative resolution. I recognition of the 150th Anniversary of the challenging the transaction through which the wrote a letter to the Park Service explaining birth of Louis Marshall. Louis Marshall is a sta- property was conveyed to the federal govern- that I thought that this situation was unique ple in the Syracuse community. Born on De- ment. The challenge was based on the federal and urged the National Park Service to sit cember 14, 1856 Mr. Marshall spent his time government ignoring Mr. Dick’s right of first re- down with her and work out a resolution. Still, growing up in our area. After attending Colum- fusal when the property was sold to the Na- the Park Service chose not to work this out bia Law College, Mr. Marshall returned to Syr- tional Park Service. Invoking this right of first equitably.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.007 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2149 Betty testified for her bill before the House Bowl, Trans Mountain Road, Thomason Hos- iff’s Department. From 1979 to 1983, he was and Senate. I and other members of the Com- pital, the new country courthouse, the new assigned to work the Department’s Crime Pre- mittee were impressed with her composure county jail, and many senior citizen nutrition vention Unit. While serving in this unit, Larry and the strength her plight. Consequently, the centers. His fingerprints on El Paso are some was promoted to Identification Officer, with the bill passed and was signed by the President of our proudest structures. rank of Detective, in 1981. In 1990, Larry was on May 12th of this year. In addition, his work holds a special place in promoted to Sergeant, and then in 2001, he I was also impressed with the outpouring of my heart because he was responsible for initi- saw his rank change. He was made Special support from Betty’s friends and neighbors in ating Head Start in El Paso, a Federal pro- Sergeant in Charge of the Crime Scene Identi- Grand County and the Town of Grand Lake, gram the success and expansion of which fication Unit. The following year, he was the communities along the western side of the ranks high among my legislative priorities. awarded the rank of Lieutenant. After nearly Park. These people stood beside Betty as Politics and public service in El Paso looked 24 years of going to crime scenes, collecting they valued her contributions to the community a lot different when Rogelio left Commis- evidence, and maintaining a standard of excel- and the Park. sioner’s Court in 1997 than when he first won lence in the Identification Unit, Larry was I was deeply saddened by Betty’s passing. election to office in 1960. The path he helped transferred to the Detective Bureau, in 2005, She died with her family around her. blaze ultimately led me to Congress. He was and placed second in command. In late August, I presented Betty with a a giant for his people. He was an inspiration In October 2006, Larry celebrated 30 years framed copy of the signed law allowing her to for me. with the Allen County Sheriff’s Department. stay. She was surrounded by friends and fam- Nothing says more about a man, however, There are only two other individuals in the en- ily who were gathered around the campfire than his family. Rogelio was one of 10 chil- tire department who have been there longer. just outside the cabin. All around us was the dren born to Rogelio and Petra Sanchez and Larry also has had the distinction of serving beauty and splendor of the Rocky Mountains the first among them to attend college. He is under three different sheriffs. Larry’s service to and Betty got to enjoy her last days there se- survived by his wife of 56 years, Mary, and his profession made him the ideal recipient for cure in knowing that she had a right to enjoy their three children, Michael, Albert and the Allen County Sheriff’s Office Staff Officer and care for this property that meant so much Maricela. In addition to knowing Rogelio as a of the Year. to her and the community. public servant, I knew him as a family man— The Staff Officer of the Year is an award Betty opened her home to community and that is how I will remember him. given out to the sheriff’s deputy who has events and was a valued member of Grand Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join made a positive impact on the community, County. She was well regarded by everyone me in mourning the death of Rogelio Sanchez works to maintain the efficiency of the office, who knew her. Her cause became a labor of and recognizing his legacy. and demonstrates an outstanding measure of professionalism in his or her work. Basically love and I was pleased to do what I could to f help her. She will be missed by all those who the award is bestowed on the deputy who takes utmost pride and seriousness in uphold- were inspired by her love of life and her love LT. LAWRENCE GARLOCK: STAFF ing his or her position. of that special land along the Colorado River OFFICER OF THE YEAR The award of Staff Officer of the Year was in the Park. I had hoped to visit her in future a tradition that the Sheriff’s Department upheld summers and enjoy her company and her HON. TED POE every year. Nominations for the award were neighbors around the campfire. She will al- OF TEXAS submitted to the selection committee, and then ways be there in spirit. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a banquet was held for the awardee. In 2002, Mr. Speaker, I want to thank my colleagues Wednesday, December 6, 2006 however, the Department was facing a finan- for helping pass the Betty Dick Residence Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, one of the noblest cial crisis. Expecting to have to layoff 37 sher- Protection Act. Our work for Betty shows that iff deputies, the Sheriff cancelled the award. our government can be responsive to the professions is that of a law enforcement offi- cer. The brave men and women who wear the He could not justify spending money on an needs of individuals as long as we take the award banquet if 37 deputies were losing their time to listen, learn and care. I am proud of badge of honor do so with a desire to protect and serve their communities. Day to day, law jobs. our work for Betty and for the principle of re- In 2006, Larry sent a letter to the Sheriff, re- officers are thrust into dangerous situations, sponsive government. questing for the reinstatement of the award. In keeping the honest citizens safe from the out- f the letter, he stated that the award would ben- laws of society. They perform their jobs with efit morale of the deputies to be honored by REMEMBERING ROGELIO SANCHEZ little recognition or thanks from the public, just their peers. The Sheriff agreed, and reinstated UPON HIS RECENT DEATH the knowledge that they are making a dif- the award. The selection committee then de- ference. cided to back-award deserving deputies with Although the public may not always pay law HON. SILVESTRE REYES the awards, from the previously missing years. OF TEXAS enforcement officers the recognitions they de- Unbeknownst to Larry, he was nominated IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serve, their colleagues do. One of the highest for the 2003 Staff Officer of the Year. His recognitions a law officer can receive is to be Thursday, December 7, 2006 nomination was due not only to his profes- named Law Officer of the Year. The honor sig- sionalism while serving as a sheriff’s deputy, Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, today I remember nifies that the individual law officer is best of but for his attention to detail regarding evi- a friend who passed away last week, former the department—the officer whose dedication dence logged in with the Identification Bureau. El Paso County Commissioner Rogelio to the profession surpasses his or her col- Larry demanded that evidence be collected to Sanchez. leagues. Lt. Lawrence Garlock, with the Allen the letter of the law. His demand for excel- More than a friend, Rogelio was a public County, Ohio Sheriff’s Department, is one lence made it nearly impossible for the evi- servant and part of the political lineage that such lawman. dence to be ruled inadmissible in trial. His pre- enabled me to serve my city and my country For Lawrence, or Larry as he is more famil- cision to detail, his diligence, and his impec- in Congress. Born in Mexico, a valedictorian at iarly known, serving one’s community as a law cable work ethic earned him the respect of his Fort Hancock High School, a graduate of Sul enforcement officer is a family tradition. A na- peers; however, they also knew that if evi- Ross State University, a World War II veteran, tive of Lima, Ohio, Larry grew up with the in- dence was poorly or improperly collected, they and a teacher for many years in El Paso, fluences of his father, Joseph, a Lima Police were sure to hear about it from Larry. His Rogelio served the lower valley of El Paso, Officer, and his Uncle Tom, an Ohio State nominator stated that, ‘‘Larry’s ethics and dili- Texas, on the El Paso County Commissioner’s Highway Trooper. Those role models influ- gence make the Sheriff’s Office look better.’’ Court for 36 years. At a time when minorities enced Larry to join the Allen County Sheriff’s When Larry’s name was brought up for were not adequately represented in govern- Department in 1976. nomination, the selection committee voted ment, his leadership on Commissioner’s Court Larry is not the only second generation law unanimously in favor of honoring him with this and his persistent advocacy of diversity and officer in his family. His older brother, Greg, award. In a true bureaucratic time frame, Larry opportunity opened the door for many Latinos currently serves as Chief of the Lima Police was awarded the 2003 Staff Officer of the to enter politics and public service. Department, and a Department. He also has a Year, during the beginning of November 2006, He neutralized prejudice with his humor and nephew, Jason, who is a Lima Police Officer. for outstanding performance of duty. He is a easy-going manner and overcame discrimina- Larry even met his wife, Catherine, while they more than worthy recipient. tion with a record of accomplishment that in- were both deputy sheriffs. Larry has had an As a former judge and prosecutor, I have a cludes roles in the construction of the Sun impressive career with the Allen County Sher- great admiration and respect for our Nation’s

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Like more than 250,000 Americans, I am enforcement officer should be and should be The end user disclosure, joint use, require- paralyzed from a spinal cord injury. used as an example of the type of officer ments have been working well since they were I’ve been paralyzed from the neck down every new officer should strive to become. I enacted as part of the FCRA in 1997. The re- and ventilator dependent since a bike riding am truly honored to pay him his tribute. cent actions by E&E do little to combat the in- accident in 1995. I wasn’t going fast and the That’s just the way it is. cidence of identity theft and increase data se- trail wasn’t difficult. Likely due to some mud on the trail, my front tire slipped, and f curity. The main reason for these policies is to in an instant I was on the ground with a bro- CREDIT REPORTS raise revenue and decrease competition. The ken neck, paralyzed and unable to breathe. If effort to implement these new reissue/joint use not for quick action by my brother, I would procedures and fees needs to be stopped in not have survived. That day, I lost the lot- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS order to maintain a level playing field, continue tery. Tomorrow, it could just as easily be OF NEW YORK effective competition in the marketplace and you. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provide fair and equitable access to capital for When I awoke the next day in the hospital, Thursday, December 7, 2006 all Americans. I couldn’t move, I couldn’t feel, my head was in traction, and I had tubes in my nose and Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, My esteemed Any efforts by the major credit repositories mouth. All I could do was blink. In an in- colleagues, thank you very much for the op- to change the reissue process should not re- stant I had lost all my cherished independ- portunity to talk to you about an important strict competition. In order to protect both con- ence, having to rely on others for everything issue involving credit reports that will dis- sumers and small, independent credit report- from simply a drink of water to all the indig- proportionately harm low-income home buyers ing agencies, E&E should make the following nities of one’s morning routine. and put most small independent credit report- changes to their proposed reissue policies. Most people understand that paralysis ing agencies out of business within a month. Continue to classify the GSEs, HUD and means you can’t move. What they don’t real- any other ancillary technology system that is ize is that it also means you can’t feel. Fur- The issue involves the ‘‘joint use’’ of credit re- ther, all the body’s systems are affected, ports for mortgages. part of the mortgage origination process as causing temperature and blood pressure in- ‘‘Joint use’’, ‘‘secondary use’’ or ‘‘reissue’’ joint use, not the new created ‘‘reissue’’ or stability as well as sexual, bowel, and blad- refers to the long-standing practice recognized ‘‘secondary use’’ classification; der dysfunction. In spite of all this, do you in the FCRA, by the Federal Trade Commis- Allow credit-reporting agencies, at the direc- know what the toughest part for me is now? sion, and by the Office of the Comptroller of tion of the end user of record, to reissue to . . . not being able to touch my kids. the Currency, which allows a credit report to any firm on one of the approved mortgage Now, more that any other time in history, be jointly used by multiple entities legitimately seller or servicer lists of Fannie Mae, Freddie there is hope. Embryonic stem cells hold the possibility of replacing the cells killed by engaged with the origination of a mortgage at Mac or HUD without end user documentation the injury. Very promising studies are being no additional cost. Joint use of credit report in- and site inspections; and performed around the world that dem- formation is essential for the proper func- Designate a reasonable flat fee for reissue. onstrate the potential of embryonic stem tioning of the mortgage banking, brokerage Note: The changes to the 2003 FACT Act cells to solve paralysis and many other dev- and financing industries and is an important which included a free credit report to every astating illnesses. For humanitarian rea- process by which consumers shop for and ob- American on an annual basis only required an sons, we simply must pursue this potential. tain mortgage credit. $.11 per file price increase while E&E’s pro- There is one other point that must be Recently, two of the credit repositories, posed policy changes attempt to justify the made. I cut my teeth in the business world. Equifax and Experian, E&E have announced When I was injured, I was the CFO of a major charge of $1.05 to $3.50 per file. brokerage operations company. In addition new mandatory fees and burdensome require- Thank you very much for the opportunity to to their humanitarian benefit, stem cells ments for joint use of credit reports starting address this important topic. I strongly suggest have the potential to be the next medical in- January 1, 2007. Consumers will now be bur- that E&E reconsider the policies they plan to dustrial revolution. America has always been dened with paying multiple charges for the implement on January 1. Such policies will ul- the leader in medical technology. Minnesota one-time access of their credit report in order timately hurt the consumer and will have a dis- in particular has been called Medical Alley. to originate a single mortgage transaction. Un- proportionate effect on low-income individuals. America and Minnesota need to be leading like other credit industries, the mortgage credit All Americans deserve the right to pursue the the way in stem cell research, not sitting on reporting industry is required to depend on the sidelines, watching the rest of the world American dream of homeownership and pass us by. three-file merged credit reports provided by should not be restricted to access to loans be- In closing, let me offer this: A generation E&E and TransUnion. The proposed new pol- cause of a policy intended solely to raise rev- ago, pioneers in medical research developed icy will significantly increase mortgage origina- enue for two large credit repositories. in vitro fertilization, a technique that has tion costs. Costs for joint use of credit reports f now enabled my wife and me to have two potentially increase by 100–300 percent. E&E beautiful children. My kids are living exam- will significantly increase their revenues while PETER MORTON EMBRYONIC STEM ples of the power of medical research. end users, resellers, and ultimately, con- CELL RESEARCH TESTIMONIAL I do not support slowing down the discov- eries this research offers to millions, and al- sumers will pay the costs. In addition, con- lowing other countries to surpass America’s sumers facing the highest cost increases will HON. BETTY McCOLLUM leadership in medical technology. be those with credit challenges such as low in- OF MINNESOTA That’s why I am speaking out now, for the come and first time homebuyers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES next generation. I don’t want my children or Further, about ninety percent of the inde- anybody else’s children to be told one day, Thursday, December 7, 2006 pendent credit reporting agencies will be un- ‘‘You are paralyzed, and will never move able to meet the additional contractual require- Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- again.’’ I support those who champion this impor- ments being dictated by E&E. These credit-re- er, I recently attended an event on stem cell research in Minnesota and had the opportunity tant research and thank them for helping porting agencies will be unable to access the change the future. credit data from E&E and therefore unable to to hear patient advocate, Peter Morton, speak. f provide the mandatory three-file merged credit Mr. Morton shared his moving story which reports. They will quickly be forced out of busi- highlights the importance of expanding embry- GEORGETOWN HONORS FATHER nesses due to these changes. onic stem cell research. Stem cell research ROBERT DRINAN There is no new legislation, court case, reg- provides millions of Americans and their fami- ulatory decision or other external event to jus- lies with hope for a life without the pain and HON. BARNEY FRANK tify such action except to increase the reve- suffering that accompanies currently incurable OF MASSACHUSETTS nues of these large companies at the expense diseases such as juvenile diabetes, Alz- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the consumer and to the detriment of small heimer’s, Parkinson’s, and spinal cord injuries. credit reporting companies. Expanding this vital research must be a pri- Thursday, December 7, 2006 The other repositories, TransUnion and ority for Congress. I submit an edited version Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, Innovis, have not chosen to drastically alter of Peter Morton’s statement to the RECORD on October 23 one of the most accomplished

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Drinan, S.J., Chair in Human Rights. Massachusetts, where he was a member of HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON The establishment of this Chair—a very signifi- various committees and chair of the Sub- OF TEXAS cant honor in academia—recognizes the pio- committee on Criminal Justice of the House Judiciary Committee. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES neering work that Father Drinan did as a Throughout his career, Father Drinan has Thursday, December 7, 2006 Member of this House for 10 years, and his stood as a leading voice in the human rights continued commitment to that great work. Few movement. He serves on the boards of nu- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. people in our history have had as great a merous organizations devoted to the further- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. Pat Wil- dedication to the cause of human rights and ance of human rights, including the Inter- liams, who was recently installed as the 45th have been so consistently effective in advo- national League for Human Rights, Human Postmaster of Dallas, Texas. In the role of cating for this cause. Unlike many who have Rights First, the Council for a Livable World Postmaster, Ms. Williams will be responsible Education Fund, Americans for Democratic tried to make this a partisan issue, Father for the daily operations of 44 stations and Action, and the NAACP Legal Defense and branches in the Dallas City ZIP Code area. Drinan was equally fierce in his objection to Education Fund. He was a founder of the human rights violators of the left, right and Lawyers’ Alliance for Arms Control and the Notably, Ms. Williams is also the first African- center, and accepted no excuses from those National Interreligious Task Force on Soviet American woman to hold the position of Post- who would deny the basic rights of others. Jewry. Father Drinan has traveled the globe, master in Dallas. Mr. Speaker, Father Drinan served here in both as a member of Congress and as a pri- A graduate of Prairie View A&M University, this body for 10 years as one of its intellectual vate citizen, on human rights missions to Pat Williams began her career with U.S. Post- leaders, having been elected in 1970 as one Chile, the Philippines, El Salvador, Guate- al Service in 1981, where she held a number mala, Nicaragua, Argentina, France, and of positions in both operations and support for of the most effective opponents at that time of Vietnam to document human rights abuses the war in Vietnam. He also played a very sig- and to work for their eradication. He is the over 10 years in Plant Operations. In 1985, nificant role in the impeachment of President author of several notable works on human she was promoted to supervisor of mails. In Nixon, insisting that appropriate legal stand- rights, including The Mobilization of Shame, 1992, she crossed over to Customer Service ards be applied in that matter. He was also a of which Elie Wiesel said, ‘‘Anyone inter- Operations where she was assigned as Su- leader in matters that did not divide the House ested in human rights will read Robert perintendent of Mails at Richland Station. Ms. on either partisan or ideological lines, for ex- Drinan’s informative, passionate and chal- Williams went on to supervise and manage lenging book with deep concern and hope.’’ ample in the field of copyright, where he made In 2004, Father Drinan joined such Amer- several Dallas Stations and branches, and be- contributions during that period that remain im- ican legal luminaries as Oliver Wendell came the Lead Customer Service Operations portant foundations of our law today. Holmes, Thurgood Marshall, and Sandra Day Manager overseeing three Customer Service Mr. Speaker, when Father Drinan declined O’Connor when the American Bar Associa- Operations Managers and their 44 stations to run for reelection in 1980 at the direction of tion awarded him its ABA Medal—the orga- and branches. In 2004 she became the Dis- Pope John Paul II, I was elected to succeed nization’s highest honor which recognizes ex- trict’s Manager of Operations Program Sup- him. While I had been aware previously of the ceptionally distinguished service to the port; overseeing the development and imple- cause of American jurisprudence. The award mentation of all District programs and projects. great respect and affection in which he was citation notes, ‘‘For more than half a cen- held by his colleagues, I came to appreciate tury, Father Robert F. Drinan has been an Pat Williams truly earned this position that even more fully when I took the seat he esteemed and beloved leader of the bar and a through hard work and a strong commitment had so ably filled in 1981. fearless advocate for the powerless and op- to customer service and her fellow postal In the years since leaving this body, Father pressed around the world. . . . Throughout workers. She is well respected amongst the Drinan has continued to be a leader in the ap- his career, Father Drinan has heeded the call postal employees and managers, as well as, plication of religious teachings to important for human rights and social justice. With un- the clerks and carriers. moral issues; in lecturing and teaching about paralleled passion and dedication, he has Pat Williams has always been dedicated to strived to improve the plight of the dis- the law; and of course in continuing his great advantage and oppressed, and to advance the excellence, and I am certain that this pursuit work in the field of human rights. Georgetown rule of law throughout the world.’’ will continue in the form of outstanding oper- Law School deserves recognition, Mr. Speak- Through the generosity of alumni and ations and customer service for the people of er, for establishing this Chair in Father friends, Georgetown now recognizes and hon- Dallas. I am confident that Ms. Williams will Drinan’s name. I congratulate Judge Thomas ors one of its greatest sons, Robert F. successfully serve Dallas in her new role as Buergenthal, who will be the first holder of the Drinan, S.J., L’49, L’51, with the creation of Postmaster. the Robert F. Drinan, S.J., Chair in Human Chair, and I ask that the discussion of Father Rights. This meaningful and lasting tribute f Drinan’s work included in the program an- will enable the Law Center to attract teach- nouncing the event be printed here so that HONORING THE SODUS LIBRARY ers, advocates, and scholars who share Fa- RANKED #1 IN THE NATION people will understand how important his im- ther Drinan’s passion and concern for lib- pact has been on the best traditions of our erty, equality of opportunity, and human country. dignity and who will inspire the next genera- HON. JAMES T. WALSH ROBERT F. DRINAN, S.J., CHAIR IN HUMAN tions of Georgetown Law students to become OF NEW YORK leaders, protectors, and defenders of human RIGHTS LAW IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rights. Today, Georgetown Law proudly an- nounces the creation of the Robert F. f Thursday, December 7, 2006 Drinan, S.J., Chair in Human Rights. Priest, PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to scholar, lawyer, politician, activist, ethicist, recognize the Sodus Library and their #1 rank- and one of the nation’s leading advocates for ing among libraries nationwide. Every year a international human rights, Father Drinan HON. CHARLIE NORWOOD list of the Nation’s top 100 libraries is pub- has dedicated his life to humanitarian causes OF GEORGIA lished. Hennen’s American Public Library Rat- and to improving the legal profession. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A member of the Law Center’s faculty ing Index looked at over 9,000 libraries and since 1981, Father Drinan teaches courses in Thursday, December 7, 2006 ranked them on various traditional services. international human rights, constitutional Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall This year, the public library of Sodus, New law, civil liberties, legislation, legal ethics, No. 524; Expressing the sense of the House York ranked number one in its population cat- and professional responsibility. During his of Representatives that Members of the House egory. tenure at Georgetown, he has taught over should actively engage with employers and As we all know, libraries are an integral part 6,000 students. Father Drinan earned his B.A. degree in the American public at large to encourage the to all communities. We have all experienced 1942 and his M.A. degree in 1947 from Boston hiring of members and former members of the the benefits of libraries; whether as a small College and his LL.B. in 1949 and LL.M. in Armed Forces who are wounded in service child in a reading club or as a young adult 1951 from Georgetown University Law Cen- and are facing a transition to civilian life. working on a research paper. It is an honor for

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Currently, although the U.S. and Mexico ment legislation is tremendously important for f share information about surface water and all of California. The settling parties, along other resources, no bilateral mechanism exists with Senator FEINSTEIN, Congressman RADAN- CONGRATULATING JACK for cooperation and the sharing of information OVICH, and many other concerned and af- MCCROSKEY with regards to ground water. This lack of fected parties have worked long and hard to communication makes it difficult to ascertain bring this settlement to Congress all making HON. MARK UDALL the limitations and capabilities of those concessions, and deserve our recognition and OF COLORADO groundwater resources shared between the appreciation. I will continue to work with my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES U.S. and Mexico. colleagues and do whatever I can to help en- Thursday, December 7, 2006 The bill would provide for that mechanism sure the enabling legislation is enacted. by establishing a United States-Mexico f Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise transboundary aquifer assessment program to today to congratulate Mr. Jack McCroskey for evaluate and model groundwater resources H.R. 4954, THE SAFE PORT ACT UN- his exemplary public service to Colorado. along the border. The program will develop an LAWFUL INTERNET GAMBLING Jack, with his foresight and strong leadership, integrated approach to assess transboundary AND ENFORCEMENT ACT PROVI- has helped make the metropolitan Denver groundwater resources, prioritizing the SIONS light-rail transit system a reality. His service in aquifers for further analysis, and creating a reviving public transportation is deserving of geographic information system database for HON. SPENCER BACHUS special recognition. each priority aquifer. The bill would expand OF ALABAMA Mr. McCroskey, former Chairman of the Re- existing agreements between the U.S. Geo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gional Transportation District, has long envi- logical Survey, border states, the research in- Thursday, December 7, 2006 sioned a regional transit system throughout stitutes, and U.S. and Mexican authorities to the Denver metropolitan area. Today there are conduct joint scientific investigations and Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to six lines in operation and more are expected produce scientific reports that will assist tech- address the recent enactment of the Unlawful to be built in the coming years. Initially Mr. nicians and authorities in managing our most Internet Gambling and Enforcement Act of McCroskey believed that the system could precious resource. 2006. Internet gambling legislation has been a start small and move forward gradually as the Located in the Chihuahua Desert, the vitality priority for this Congress the last several public began to embrace it. In 2004 the public of my district of EI Paso, Texas depends on years. In 2003, I sponsored H.R. 2143, the voted to expand the system with a region-wide the prudent management of our water re- Unlawful Internet Gambling Funding Prohibi- sales tax increase. sources. S. 214 will help us provide sustain- tion Act and have cosponsored Mr. LEACH’s I ask my colleagues to join with me in ex- able water resources for generations of Ameri- Internet gambling bills in each of the last three pressing our gratitude to Mr. McCroskey for cans to come. Congresses. The Conference Report for H.R. his great contributions to Colorado. We recog- I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- 4954, the SAFE Port Act, which was enacted nize his leadership and vision in bringing pub- porting S. 214. into law, reflects Mr. LEACH’s Internet Gam- lic transportation to the Denver metropolitan f bling Prohibition and Enforcement Act, H.R. area. I am proud to offer a long awaited rec- 4411. ognition to Mr. McCroskey for his great ac- SAN JOAQUIN RIVER RESTORA- Five years ago, there were less than 50 complishments. TION SETTLEMENT LEGISLATION Internet gambling sites. Today, there are close f to 2,000 sites that will generate upwards of $5.9 billion this year alone. The legislation that UNITED STATES-MEXICO HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO OF CALIFORNIA was enacted into law addresses the problem TRANSBOUNDARY AQUIFER AS- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of illegal internet gambling through an enforce- SESSMENT ACT ment mechanism. The new law does not Thursday, December 7, 2006 change the legality of any gambling activity in SPEECH OF Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, I am the United States. The sole purpose of this HON. SILVESTRE REYES pleased to be an original cosponsor of Mr. law is to enforce against activities that are al- OF TEXAS RADANOVICH’s legislation to authorize imple- ready illegal under the Wire Act and other IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mentation of the San Joaquin River Restora- Federal and State statutes. It enforces illegal tion Settlement. gambling by preventing the use of any bank Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Enacting this legislation will allow the San instrument—such as a credit card, check or Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Joaquin River—the second-longest river in electronic fund transfer—for Internet gambling. support of S. 214, the United States-Mexico California—to once again have the water it Though online gambling has been illegal in Transboundary Aquifer Assessment Act of needs to support a viable salmon fishery. If this country from its inception—under state 2005. enacted, the San Joaquin River will be a living law, not just federal law—we have had serious The U.S.-Mexico border region presents us river decades after the Bureau of Reclamation problems enforcing these laws. The advantage with one of our Nation’s most challenging sets built Friant Dam. and the disadvantage of the Internet is that it of policy priorities. We read headlines every- Putting water back into a dry river in Cali- has no borders. Nothing can stop bets and day about the issues of migration, national se- fornia is a very complicated and controversial wagers from being placed using a Web site curity, illegal drug trafficking, and trade and task. A number of ‘‘third parties’’ have now hosted in another jurisdiction. When that bet commerce, all of which are centered on our come forward to express concerns that their or wager causes a violation of our laws, we southern border. However, the nation often own particular interests may in some way be had no effective means of enforcement until forgets about other issues by which we are af- detrimentally affected by this settlement and now. fected on the border that are complicated by its proposed legislation, and ask that this leg- Congress reviewed a number of possibilities the binational nature of the communities in islation be restructured to eliminate or mini- to better enforce the law on the books. One which we live. mize their concerns. It is entirely appropriate enforcement option was to prosecute the gam- S. 214 will help border communities in that this legislation addresses those concerns. bler. However, enforcement against individual Texas, New Mexico, Arizona, and California As we consider the implications of enacting gamblers is a State prerogative under our fed- as they approach an issue that will determine this restoration legislation for the San Joaquin eralist system. The Federal government has the viability of their communities to prosper in- River and the need to protect a variety of in- never claimed the authority to prosecute gam- definitely into the future: water. On the border, terests, I am mindful of and remain committed blers. And though gambling online is a mis- the question of water is not only one of negoti- to progress in implementing and funding the demeanor in most States, it would be impos- ating resource allocation between countries, December 19, 2000, Trinity River restoration sible for States to effectively enforce this way. but also one of geography and scarcity. As we record of decision and the Hoopa Valley The State would have to monitor people’s

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School has proven it has outstanding instruc- that would have authorized law enforcement to A lifelong activist devoted to the highest tion, teacher training and student achieve- notify computer services when an illegal web ideals of the Democratic Party, Judith J. Hope ment. site was using their services, and require them has exhibited strong, effective and graceful The future of this country depends on the to take down or block the illegal site. Time has leadership while holding a series of important hopes and dreams of its children, and our shown that blocking just about anything on the positions of leadership in the world of politics community and our Nation are enhanced by Internet simply does not work, though take- and public policy. As a founder of the Eleanor the contributions of high achieving students down orders do work for web sites hosted by Roosevelt Legacy Committee, an organization like those at Stewart Manor School. domestic companies. So we have retained the dedicated to promoting women’s candidacies Mr. Speaker, it is with pride and admiration notice-and-take-down option in the new law for local and public office, Judith Hope has en- I offer my thanks and recognition to Stewart where it has a chance of being effective—for couraged and inspired new generations of Manor School. gambling web sites hosted or advertised by women to become deeply involved in public f Internet companies based in the United policy and the political process. Since its SEARCHING FOR VICTORY IN IRAQ States. founding in 2001, the Eleanor Roosevelt Leg- But take-down orders, and prosecuting gam- acy Committee has provided crucial financial, bling businesses that violate State and Fed- educational and political support to hundreds HON. JOHN B. SHADEGG eral laws, are completely ineffective for Web of women, of whom 285 were successfully OF ARIZONA sites hosted offshore. The U.S. legal system elected to public office. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cannot reach offshore companies, even Judith Hope became immersed in public Thursday, December 7, 2006 though their Web sites can reach U.S. con- service at an early age. Born and raised in Ar- Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, I recommend sumers. So the gambling operators delib- kansas, she learned critical lessons and in- to the American public an editorial by former erately locate in jurisdictions that will not co- sights from her father, the Speaker of the Ar- Speaker of the House Newt Gingrich and re- operate with the U.S. Here, existing laws kansas House of Representatives, and her quest that it be included in the RECORD. reach the end of the rope. mother, a respected writer and journalist. Published in the Weekly Standard on No- We concluded that the only real option, if After moving to New York, Judith Hope be- vember 28, Mr. Gingrich’s piece makes some we want to enforce our gambling laws in the came a civic and community leader and mar- very important points about the significance age ofthe Internet, is to block the financial ried Thomas A. Twomey, Jr., a Long Island at- and necessity of our victory in Iraq. In com- transactions that pay for illegal online gam- torney and environmental leader. In the face paring our current situation in Iraq to that bling. Banks and payment systems located in of tremendous political odds, she was elected which George Washington faced during the the United States are fully within the reach of Town Supervisor in East Hampton in 1973, winter of 1776, Mr. Gingrich concludes that Federal law, and U.S. citizens usually have to the first woman ever to hold that office on Washington’s motto ‘‘Victory or Death’’ is the go through them to send money over the Long Island, and the first Democrat to do so motto we must apply to Iraq. Internet. So requiring payment systems to put in modern history. In 1976, Governor Hugh As we review the Iraq Study Group’s (ISG) in place blocking procedures allows us to ef- Carey named her the first woman guber- recommendations, Mr. Gingrich is wise to urge fectively and efficiently stop the flow of money, natorial Appointments Officer in the history of that we examine them closely and ask ques- even when the gambling business itself is be- the Empire State. In 1983 and 1985, she was tions. Most essentially, we must ask whether yond the long arm of our law. Without the again elected East Hampton Town Supervisor, or not the suggestions will ‘‘make a real con- money, gambling simply cannot happen. a position that afforded her national recogni- tribution in helping us win the war against the We needed to pass this law because it is tion for her innovative and effective policies to fanatical wing of Islam. Or will it be simply one the only way we can effectively enforce State preserve open space and environmentally more establishment effort to hide defeat so the and Federal gambling laws when offshore sensitive land. In the political realm, she was American political system can resume its com- Web sites offer illegal services to our resi- elected to the Democratic National Committee fortable insider games without having to solve dents. This is also why the Department of in 1989. real problems in the larger world?’’ Treasury and the Federal Reserve Board need Following the election of Mario Cuomo as As I have argued for some time now, Iraq to write strong regulations that will not be eas- Governor, Hope became an instrumental fig- is a pivotal juncture in the Global War on Ter- ily evaded. I am proud to have supported this ure in the leadership of the New York State ror. Iraq is about the larger global war against vital law, and I look forward to working with Democratic Committee. In 1995, Judith was Islamo-fascists that want to destroy America. the regulators to ensure they properly reflect elected chair of the State committee, becom- Like our former Speaker, I realize that our cur- Congress’s intent. My only regret is that my ing the first woman to head a major political rent approach to Iraq is not working. However, friend and colleague JIM LEACH will not be party in New York State. She served in that we must disregard any ISG recommendations here to assist Congressman GOODLATTE and capacity for 7 years and was justly celebrated to abandon Iraq or set a timeline for with- others in our continued efforts. for her tremendous abilities and effective lead- drawal, both of which will only serve to inspire f ership. violence from our enemies and distrust from Mr. Speaker, I ask that my distinguished our allies. This is not the time, nor the place IN RECOGNITION OF JUDITH H. colleagues join me in recognizing the enor- HOPE to try to save political face. A retreat at this mous contributions to our civic and political life time would have consequences beyond what made by Judith Hope, a true leader in the fin- we can imagine. This is the time and the place HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY est traditions of our great republic. to decisively win, to work together as Ameri- OF NEW YORK f cans, and defeat terrorists on their turf before IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING STEWART MANOR they can return the fight to ours. Thursday, December 7, 2006 SCHOOL I urge my colleagues and the American peo- Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay ple to read Mr. Gingrich’s insightful piece. tribute to Judith H. Hope, an outstanding New HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY [From the Weekly Standard, Nov. 28, 2006] (By Newt Gingrich) Yorker who has devoted herself to public serv- OF NEW YORK SEARCHING FOR VICTORY IN IRAQ—WHY THE ice and to civic and political engagement. Ms. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hope’s tremendous contributions to American BAKER-HAMILTON COMMISSION OUGHT TO civic life are being recognized this month by Thursday, December 7, 2006 VISIT MOUNT VERNON. the well-known and widely respected public Mrs. MCCARTHY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today The Sunday before Thanksgiving Callista policy advocacy organization, Citizen Action of to recognize Stewart Manor School for having and I took some friends to Mount Vernon to see the new education center. It is an amaz- New York. At a ceremony on December 6, received the prestigious Blue Ribbon School ing tribute to George Washington and the 2006, Ms. Hope is being honored by Citizen award. The Blue Ribbon Schools Program rec- creation of America. Action with its Progressive Leadership Award. ognizes schools that make significant progress We watched a movie about George Wash- Also being similarly honored are our distin- in closing the achievement gap or whose stu- ington crossing the Delaware on Christmas

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(3) Does the commission recognize the off a nuclear weapon were signs they have General Washington had had a long and scale of change we will need to be effective contempt for our warnings. The statements painful summer and autumn of defeat in 1776. in a world of enemies willing to kill them- of Ahmadinejad and Hugo Chavez indicate His American Army had been defeated across selves in order to kill us? how confident they are. Today the enemy New York—in Brooklyn, in Manhattan, and We need fundamental change in our mili- thinks they are winning and our elites seem in White Plains—and then driven across New tary doctrine, training, and structures, our to be seeking face-saving cover behind which Jersey and forced to flee across the Delaware intelligence capabilities, and our integration to accept defeat. Does the Baker-Hamilton River into Pennsylvania. of civilian and military activities. The in- commission have a proposal for victory or a Washington’s Night Crossing: ‘‘Victory or struments of American power simply do not proposal for accepting defeat gracefully? Death’’ work at the speed and detail needed to defeat Will it offer a diplomatic deal allowing us to Washington’s forces had dwindled until he the kind of enemies we are encountering. pretend we are okay while our enemies gath- had only about 4,000 effective soldiers left. The American bureaucracies would rather er strength? There were another 6,000 men present but claim the problem is too hard and leave be- (7) Does the commission acknowledge that they were so sick they were unable to go cause being forced to change this deeply will winning requires thinking regionally and into battle. be very painful and very controversial. Yet even globally? Faced with declining morale, rising deser- we have to learn to win. Learning. to win re- In Afghanistan we are engaged in an Af- tions, the collapse of political will in the quires much more than changes in the mili- ghanistan-Waziristan war in which our en- country at large, and a sense of despair, tary. It requires changes in how our intel- emies retreat into Waziristan in northwest Washington decided to gamble everything on ligence, diplomatic, information, and eco- Pakistan and rearm, reequip, retrain, and a surprise attack. It would require a night nomic institutions work. It requires the de- rest before coming back into Afghanistan. crossing of an icy river against a formidable velopment of an integrated approach in We will never win that war by engaging only professional opponent. which all the aspects of American power can in Afghanistan. In Iraq, the problems may But the most telling sign of Washington’s be brought to bear to achieve victory. Fur- require much more direct confrontation with mood as he embarked on the mission was his thermore this strategy for victory has to be Iran and Syria. In Lebanon, it is impossible choice of a password. His men said ‘‘victory doubly powerful because for three years we to create a stable democratic government or death’’ to identify themselves. have failed to build an effective Iraqi govern- and disarm Hezbollah as long as Syria and What if There Had Been a Baker-Hamilton ment and we now have a shattered local sys- Iran are deeply involved in killing Lebanese Commission Advising General Washington? tem with many players using violence in des- leaders and supplying Hezbollah. That night crossing, immortalized in perate bids to maximize their positions. The (8) Any proposal to ask Iran and Syria to paintings of Washington standing in the boat plan has to be powerful enough to succeed help is a sign of defeat. Does the commission as Marblehead Fishermen rowed him across despite Iraqi weaknesses and not by relying suggest this? the ice strewn river, led to an amazing vic- on a clearly uncertain and unstable Iraqi po- Iran and Syria are the wolves in the re- tory on Christmas Day. That victory led to a litical system. gion. They are the primary troublemakers. surge in American morale and a doubling in (4) Does the commission describe the con- You don’t invite wolves into the kitchen to the size of the American forces under Wash- sequences of defeat in Iraq? help with dinner or you become dinner. The ington within two weeks. And that gave What would the withdrawal of U.S. troops State Department Report on Terrorism in Washington the strength to win a second sur- in Iraq look like? Frederick Kagan of the April 2006 said: ‘‘Iran and Syria routinely prise victory at Princeton. American Enterprise Institute recently of- provide unique safe haven, substantial re- Within two weeks, Washington had gone fered this chilling picture: ‘‘The pullback of sources and guidance to terrorist organiza- from defeated, hopeless bungler to victorious U.S. forces to their bases will not reduce the tions.’’ It went on to say, ‘‘Iran remained the American hero and personification of the sectarian conflict, which their presence did most active state sponsor of terrorism.’’ It American cause. not generate—it will increase it. Death noted that in Iraq the Islamic Revolutionary Imagine there had been a Baker-Hamilton squads on both sides will become more ac- Guard Corps (an arm of the Iranian dictator- commission—the group charged with assess- tive. Large-scale ethnic and sectarian ship) ‘‘was increasingly involved in sup- ing our options in Iraq—advising Washington cleansing will begin as each side attempts to plying lethal assistance to Iraqi militant that cold Christmas Eve. What ‘‘practical, establish homogeneous enclaves where there groups which destabilize Iraq.’’ How can the realistic,’’ advice would they have given are now mixed communities. Atrocities will Baker-Hamilton commission seriously sug- him? Eleven Key Tests for the Baker-Ham- mount, as they always do in ethnic cleansing gest that two dictatorships described like ilton Report. operations. Iraqis who have cooperated with this are going to be ‘‘helpers’’ in achieving Will the Baker Hamilton Commission the Americans will be targeted by radicals American goals in the Middle East? make a real contribution in helping us win on both sides. Some of them will try to flee (9) Does the commission believe we can ‘‘do the war against the fanatic wing of Islam? Or with the American units. American troops a deal’’ with Iran? will it be simply one more establishment ef- will watch helplessly as death squads exe- The clear effort by the Iranians to acquire fort to hide defeat so the American political cute women and children. Pictures of this nuclear weapons, and Ahmadinejad’s asser- system can resume its comfortable insider will play constantly on Al Jazeera. Promi- tion that it is easy to imagine a time in the games without having to solve real problems nent ’collaborators,’ with whom our soldiers near future when the United States and in the larger world? Here are some key and leaders worked, will be publicly exe- Israel have both disappeared, should be ade- things to look for in its report: cuted. Crowds of refugees could overwhelm quate proof that the Iranian dictatorship is (1) Does the commission have a vision for not merely Iraq’s neighbors but also the the active enemy of America. Couple that success in the larger war against the dicta- [Forward Operating Bases] themselves. Sol- with the fact that the Iranians lied to the torships and fanatics who want to destroy diers will have to hold off fearful, tearful, International Atomic Energy Agency for 18 us? and dangerous mobs.’’ years while trying to develop a nuclear If Iraq were only a one-step process, the (5) Does the commission understand the weapon. Either this is a dangerous regime we answer would be to leave. But the reality is importance of victory? Winning is key. We need to fundamentally change, or it is a rea- that Iraq is a single campaign within a much are in a power struggle on a worldwide basis sonable regime with which we can deal. Pres- bigger war and within a power struggle both with dictators who want to defeat us (Iran, idential speeches and State Department doc- over the evolution of Islam and over the rise Syria, Venezuela, Cuba, North Korea) and uments clearly indicate it is a dangerous re- of dictatorships seeking nuclear and biologi- with fanatic organizations that want to kill gime yet, there is a permanent Washington cal weapons to enable them to destroy Amer- us (al Qaeda, Hezbollah, Hamas, etc.). In a establishment desire to avoid conflict and ica and her allies. If the Baker-Hamilton struggle like this, the goal has to be to win. confrontation by ‘‘doing a deal.’’ In the 1930s, commission does not take this into account, Anything less than victory is very dangerous that model was called appeasement, not real- it is a dangerously misleading report. because it allows our enemies to gather more ism, and it led to a disaster. We need a (2) Does the commission recognize that the capabilities and prepare for more dangerous Churchill not a Chamberlain policy for the second campaign in Iraq has been a failure? campaigns. Time is not on our side. Time is Middle East. This is the hardest thing for Washington- on the side of those seeking nuclear and bio- (10) Does the commission believe we are centric bureaucracies to accept. There was a logical weapons to use against the civilized more clever than our enemies? very successful 23-day campaign to drive world. The al-Assad family has run Syria since Saddam out of power. It used America’s (6) Does the commission define what it 1971. Hafiz Assad arranged for his son Bashar strengths and it worked. The second cam- means to win or simply find a face-saving to succeed him. This family and its Alawite paign has been an abject failure. We and our way to lose? supporters represent a small minority of the Iraqi allies do not have control of Iraq. We Winning is very definable. Can we protect Syrian people, but they maintain a relent- cannot guarantee security. There is not our friends and hurt our enemies? Are they lessly tough internal dictatorship which enough economic activity to keep young more afraid of us or are we more afraid of keeps power in their hands. In some ways,

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As the individual identities lost in the aftermath of lieve our diplomats are more clever than attendant pleaded for help, Steven got into his war, but I want to recognize Harold Hurvers of their ruthlessly survivor-oriented systems. car and began following the robber while call- St. Paul, the last survivor of the draftees. Negotiating with them is an invitation to be ing 911. Through his stories of this horrific ordeal, taken to the cleaners and to extend the According to the Humble Police Department, Americans can learn volumes about the great power and prestige and influence of our mor- it appears that the criminal knew Steven was sacrifices made by our veterans. All Minneso- tal enemies in the region. Recent talk of following him. At some point, a few miles from tans, indeed, all Americans owe Mr. Hurvers reaching out to Syria has been met by the the gas station, the robber stopped his car, and all veterans a debt of gratitude for their assassination of a Lebanese minister and the approached Steven’s car, and shot him twice intensifying of the Hezbollah blackmail tac- service. tics in Lebanon. Weakness from America in the torso. Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Mr. leads to greater aggression from our en- As Steven’s car left the road, he was able Hurvers and the Minnesota Draftees of the emies. The Baker-Hamilton commission to tell the 911 dispatcher that he had been 194th Light Tank Battalion. should focus on how to contain or defeat shot. Unfortunately, those words were the last Syria not on how to rely on them for help. this world would ever hear from Steven Jack- f (11) Does the commission recognize the im- son—his life cut short for a few hundred dol- portance of working with the Democratic lars. PERSONAL EXPLANATION majorities on a strategy for victory? The Democratic victory in the 2006 elec- The fine officers of the Humble Police De- tion should not be used as an excuse to do partment are currently investigating this case. the wrong thing. The Democrats are now The outlaw who took Steven’s life is still at HON. CHARLIE NORWOOD confronting the responsibility and burden of large. It is my hope that he is brought to a OF GEORGIA power. Given the right information about swift and fitting justice. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Iran, Syria, and Iraq there is every reason to That’s Just the Way It Is. believe a bipartisan majority can be formed f Thursday, December 7, 2006 in both the House and Senate for a rational strategy for victory. Opposition to con- IN HONOR OF HAROLD HURVERS Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall tinuing the failed second campaign should AND THE 194TH LIGHT TANK No. 525, Nonprofit Athletic Organization Pro- not be translated into opposition to an BATTALION tection Act, had I been present, I would have American victory. The Bush administration voted ‘‘Yea.’’ should reach out to moderate Democrats and forge a bipartisan agenda for victory and by HON. BETTY McCOLLUM March 2007 pass a bipartisan resolution for OF MINNESOTA f victory in Iraq and for stopping Iranian ef- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES forts to get nuclear weapons. That will then HONORING WOMEN’S FEDERATION set the basis for appropriations to continue Thursday, December 7, 2006 FOR WORLD PEACE the effort. The passage of a solid bipartisan Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- bill in March would send a signal to the er, I rise today to honor the bravery and deter- world that Americans are overwhelmingly in HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON favor of defeating terrorism and defending mination of Minnesota men who served in the OF TEXAS America. That will dramatically lower the U.S. Armed Forces in the Philippines during morale and confidence of our enemies. World War II. In particular, I want to note the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES These 11 steps would be a powerful basis on contributions of the 194th Light Tank Battalion. which to move forward in Iraq and in the On Easter Monday, 1941, 83 St. Paulites re- Thursday, December 7, 2006 world. What’s more, they reflect the spirit of ported for induction into the U.S. Army, joining Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. General Washington when he chose ‘‘victory 163 men from Hennepin County. Seventy- Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor and applaud the or death’’ as the motto of the campaign seven of these men joined the 194th stationed which led to the founding of America despite Women’s Federation for World Peace, USA overwhelming odds. at Fort Lewis, Washington. They were trained for their commitment to women and world and deployed to the Philippine Islands. f peace. This extraordinary organization pro- At 12:30 p.m. on December 8, 1941, the vides women with the opportunities to create STEVEN JACKSON, GOOD day after the attack on Pearl Harbor, the Phil- peace around the world. Their remarkable SAMARITAN ippine Islands were attacked by Japanese work highlights and enhances the role of planes, placing U.S. Armed Forces on wartime women in establishing a world without terror HON. TED POE status. The air strikes destroyed U.S. air- and violence. planes stationed at Clark Field, leaving U.S. OF TEXAS In these troubling times, the cries for peace forces and Philippine Scouts trapped and with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on Earth are needed more than ever. Wom- few supplies. Despite these great hardships, en’s Federation for World Peace continues Thursday, December 7, 2006 the 194th Light Tank Battalion fought on their fight by bringing women from all walks of Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, every day we hear bravely for the next four months, delaying the life together to conquer a common goal. Their of rising crime rates and countless acts of Japanese offensive. Ultimately, U.S. forces outstanding dedication and strong will to the criminal activity. The question is often asked— were forced to evacuate to the Bataan Penin- enhancement of the world’s women and peace Is there any good left in the world? On De- sula after relentless attacks by Japanese will no doubt serve as a valuable component cember 5, 2006, in the city of Humble, Texas, forces. April 9, 1942 marked the beginning of throughout the world. a man by the name of Steven Jackson the notorious Bataan Death March. showed us all that goodwill still exists. Following heavy land attacks and after with- As women we must be persistent, vigilant, On the evening of December 5, an evildoer, standing hundreds of raids from the air by and a strong force to help rid the world of vio- without regard for human life, went into a Japanese forces, the Fall of Corregidor, forced lence. Although change will not come from Humble gas station with a gun. This man American forces to surrender on May 6, 1942. one group, gender, or political party, but from robbed the attendant at gun point, took a few Courageous American forces held out in spite all who are interested in helping to create a hundred dollars, and forced her to wait in the of supply shortages, hunger, disease, and ex- better world. An organization as the Women’s back room until he escaped. haustion. In the days that followed, many Min- Federation of World Peace is just one illustra- After the robber left the gas station, the at- nesota military personnel from the Army, tion in helping to create a better world for all tendant went outside and saw him walking Navy, Marines, Air Corps, and the Nurse of us. across the street to his getaway car. Upon this Corps were added to the rolls of prisoners of Mr. Speaker, I want to personally thank the discovery, she started screaming that the man war. More than 75 percent of the men who Women’s Federation for World Peace for their had robbed her and was getting way, which were in service December 8, 1941 perished. dedication and commitment they have put caught the attention of Steven Jackson. Those who survived faced 31⁄2 years of im- forth. I truly admire this organization for im- Steven Jackson, a volunteer firefighter with prisonment until they were liberated in August proving the world’s women and peace the Kingwood and Porter volunteer fire depart- and September, 1945. throughout the world.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise in thanking Mr. Holliday for his dedicated, col- Florida. She is especially known for helping today to pay tribute to Mr. Ron G. Holliday. laborative service. I wish him the very best in those looking to join the ranks of homeowners Mr. Holliday will be retiring as County Man- his future endeavors and continued contribu- by fighting to pass the American Dream ager of Summit County, Colorado, on January tions. Downpayment Act. 5, 2007, after having served 41⁄2 years in this f CLAY SHAW worked tirelessly to find alter- position. Prior to his position in Summit Coun- native approaches for preserving Social Secu- A TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MANIAS ty, Mr. Holliday served 5 years as the County rity for future generations. While never the OF PEORIA, ILLINOIS Administrator for Jefferson County, Colorado. most flashy Member, CLAY was instead known Before his county government experience, Mr. for his legislative accomplishments as a senior Holliday served over three decades as Direc- HON. RAY LaHOOD member of the Ways and Means Committee. tor of State Parks in Texas, Colorado and OF ILLINOIS Not only was he was the foremost proponent Montana. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to save the Everglades, CLAY made America a Together, these years of exemplary service Thursday, December 7, 2006 better place by helping push welfare reform by Mr. Holliday amount to nearly four decades Mr. LAHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to through Congress. working for the citizens and environment of pay tribute to George Manias, a man who is While each of these public servants will be many Colorado and other western commu- a legend in my hometown of Peoria, Illinois. replaced in the 110th Congress, their memo- nities. Yesterday, George Manias celebrated the ries will not be forgotten. MIKE, JIM, KATH- As Summit County Manager, Mr. Holliday 60th anniversary of the opening of his shoe- ERINE, CLAY, we will miss you up here in worked on issues related to forest health, the shine business in Peoria. George Manias is Washington and wish you the best of luck in present bark beetle epidemic, increasing the true personification of the American your future endeavors. growth and development in this county along dream. The son of Greek immigrants who f the critical Interstate 70 corridor, ski area and spoke no English when he came to Peoria, he tourist management, as well as roadless TRIBUTE TO A DEMOCRACTIC was just 16 years old when he opened his issues in our national forests. He brought a TAIWAN business. From that first day in the corner of collaborative spirit to all of these endeavors, a downtown barbershop, George has worked and the citizens of Summit County have a tirelessly to make his shop a great success. HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER thriving economy and a roadmap to help ad- George has shined the shoes of countless OF MICHIGAN dress future issues and needs. people, from his fellow Peorians to former IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As County Administrator for Jefferson Coun- Presidents Gerald Ford and Ronald Reagan. ty, Colorado, Mr. Holliday oversaw more than Thursday, December 7, 2006 The walls of his shop are covered with photos 1,200 employees and was responsible for Mr. MCCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise and clippings of the more famous of his cus- daily operations and a $344 million annual to honor and acknowledge Taiwan’s demo- tomers, but each customer is special to budget. He was serving this county at a time cratic practices and respect for human rights. George. His pride in his workmanship and his of significant growth, resulting in challenging For 20 years, Taiwan’s promotion of liberty, love of people are evident no matter who transportation needs. To address this, he the rule of law, freedom of the press, an inde- walks through his door. structured a multi-agency intergovernmental pendent judiciary, and associative rights have This week, the Peoria City Council honored agreement for crucial transportation planning. contributed to the creation and continuation of George with a resolution commemorating his He also helped guide the $150 million open a mature democracy. Through electoral com- 60th anniversary, and tonight, there is a big space acquisition program and helped win petition which expanded their rights and inno- celebration planned for him. I want to add my passage of a voter approved $160 million vative legislation which improved the lives of congratulations to George and his family on open space bond issue. the Taiwanese citizenry, over time democratic reaching this milestone in his career. George Mr. Holliday also helped coordinate the practices, institutionalized democracy, and fos- Manias is truly the pride of Peoria. county’s administrative response to the tragic tered the Nation’s emancipation from authori- Columbine High School shooting. This incident f tarian rule; and ensured the Nation’s alle- garnered worldwide attention, and Mr. Holliday HONORING THE DEPARTING FLOR- giance to liberty and justice. was part of the county’s coordination team to IDA MEMBERS OF THE HOUSE Mr. Speaker, over the years, Taiwan has manage the fallout from this unfortunate inci- been a staunch ally of the United States and dent. HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE a responsible member of the community of na- Prior to his work with Jefferson County, Mr. OF FLORIDA tions. Thus, today, I ask my colleagues to join Holliday was Director of State Parks for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES me in commending the people of Taiwan for State of Texas for 5 years. At this position he establishing a flourishing, multi-party democ- oversaw 140 State parks with natural, rec- Thursday, December 7, 2006 racy and for their dedication to democratic reational and historic significance encom- Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. ideals and human rights. passing 600,000 acres. He developed stra- Speaker, I rise today to recognize the four de- f tegic plans for these attractions and tripled the parting Members of the Florida Delegation. revenue in 3 years. He also worked to create These Members, MIKE BILIRAKIS, JIM DAVIS, IRISH-AMERICAN HERITAGE three new parks under his management. KATHERINE HARRIS, and CLAY SHAW, are leav- MONTH Mr. Holliday secured similar achievements ing with a combined 64 years of congressional as Director of Colorado State Parks where he service. Our State is losing dedicated public HON. SCOTT GARRETT worked for 7 years. He increased the revenue servants who have worked on behalf of their OF NEW JERSEY of this office and developed strategic plans constituents and the Nation. Their input will be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and longrange visions to our State’s impres- sorely missed in the 110th Congress. Thursday, December 7, 2006 sive park system. He got his start in this work MIKE BILIRAKIS is a shining example of for open space protection and visitor enjoy- heartfelt dedication to veterans’ issues and is Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, ment working as State Park Director for Mon- someone whose passion for veterans is hard I rise in support of the resolution calling for a tana prior to working for State Parks in Colo- to duplicate. Having shared many flights back month to remember the significant achieve- rado. and forth to DC with MIKE, I can tell you that ments and contributions that Irish-Americans Throughout his work for open space, parks I learned a great deal from him during my time have made to our Nation. and county government, Mr. Holliday has in Congress. Throughout our more than 200 years of his- brought a keen appreciation of the importance I always found JIM DAVIS to be a thoughtful, tory as a Nation and during our colonial pe- of preserving a quality environment and thriv- respectful, and thought-provoking Member of riod, countless immigrants from the Emerald

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In to build strong communities and businesses ample in protecting public health. For exam- addition to Don’s leadership in the agricultural and prove themselves great Americans. ple, with funding from a tobacco settlement industry, he served on the Arroyo Grande City Though many Irish came to American agreement, the Department of Health and Council and as mayor from 1974 to 1976. He shores with little but the clothes on their Human Services has developed a program to also was a commissioner for the Parks and backs, their hard work and integrity made crack down on illegal sales of tobacco prod- Recreation Commission and a member of the them great American leaders. While we are all ucts to minors, and the Board of Supervisors Cuesta College Board of Trustees. aware of President Kennedy’s pride in his Irish recently passed an ordinance expanding Don will be remembered not only for his heritage, 18 other presidents are of Irish de- smoking bans to outdoor public gathering leadership and achievements, but also for his scent including Andrew Jackson, Woodrow spaces such as parks and ATM lines. community service, selflessness, and compas- Wilson, and Ronald Reagan. Mr. Speaker, we all know that smoking is a sion for his employees. California agriculture There is a great legacy of Irish-American major cause of diseases that are hurting pub- suffered a significant loss with the death of service in our military with many recipients of lic health, straining our medical system, and Don Talley. the Congressional Medal of Honor claiming putting millions of individuals at risk. I com- Irish heritage or birth. Irish immigrants have mend these businesses and the County of f contributed significantly in our Armed Services Marin for their courage and foresight in re- as well, ensuring full freedom for all Ameri- sponding to this threat by limiting tobacco use TRIBUTE TO MRS. NANCY cans. and availability, and I honor all businesses ROBERTS GARRITY While many Americans remember their Irish that add their names to this growing list. heritage on St. Patrick’s Day, because of the f HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI great contribution of Irish-Americans to our PERSONAL EXPLANATION OF ILLINOIS Nation, it is fitting that we dedicate an entire IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES month of ceremonies and celebrations to their achievements. HON. CHARLIE NORWOOD Thursday, December 7, 2006 OF GEORGIA f Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor Mrs. Nancy Roberts Garrity, a teacher TRIBUTE TO BUSINESSES IN Thursday, December 7, 2006 MARIN COUNTY, CALIFORNIA at St. John Fisher School and recipient of the THAT DO NOT SELL TOBACCO Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall National Catholic Educational Association’s PRODUCTS No. 526; Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act. Distinguished Teacher Award. Mrs. Garrity will Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’. receive her award at the NCEA annual con- f ference on April 10, 2007. She was selected HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY out of a pool of more than 100,000 nominees. OF CALIFORNIA TRIBUTE TO DON TALLEY The National Catholic Educational Associa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion (NCEA), the largest professional associa- Thursday, December 7, 2006 HON. WILLIAM M. THOMAS tion in the world, offers guidance and edu- OF CALIFORNIA Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cational services to its 200,000 members. Dur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor the businesses in Marin County, Cali- ing the Fall of each year, every member fornia, that have stopped selling tobacco prod- Thursday, December 7, 2006 school is invited to nominate one teacher for ucts in order to protect the health of the pub- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the Distinguished Teacher Award. This award lic. pay tribute to my friend, Don Talley, who was was established in honor of Sister Miriam Jo- Recently, I attended an event with the both a nationally recognized leader in the agri- seph Farrell, who served as executive sec- American Heart Association at Mollie Stone’s culture industry as well as a local community retary of the NCEA’s Department of Elemen- Market in Greenbrae to officially announce the leader. Sadly, Don passed away on Saturday, tary Schools. The NCEA divides the country removal of all tobacco products in their Bay December 2, 2006, at the age of 66, and I ex- into 12 geographic regions, with one teacher Area stores, including two in Marin County. At tend my heartfelt sympathy to Don’s wife, in each region receiving this award. that time, Michael Stone, cofounder Mollie Rosemary, his son, Brian, and the rest of his St. John Fisher School is located in Chi- Stone’s, said, ‘‘I don’t think there’s been a family for their loss. cago’s West Beverly neighborhood. This paro- company our size taking this proactive action Don was president and a coowner of Talley chial school provides educational opportunities . . . we did it for health reasons for the com- Farms, a specialty crop operation in the Ar- for preschool through eighth grade students, munity.’’ The American Heart Association de- royo Grande area, which I represent. Founded where teachers serve as influential figures in scribed this as ‘‘an aggressive, positive ap- in 1948, under Don’s auspices, Talley Farms developing students’ lives. proach to help stop the spread of smoking.’’ grew to encompass more than 1,150 acres. In Mrs. Garrity is guided by the belief that each Larry Meredith, Director of Marin County 1982, he established Talley Vineyards, which student uniquely contributes to her classroom. Health and Human Services, added, ‘‘Tobacco produces a collection of fine wines. Over his She utilizes creative teaching methods in is the No. 1 cause of preventable death in the lifetime, Don successfully worked to build order to cater to individual educational needs. United States today . . . The decision by Mol- Talley Farms and Vineyards into nationally re- For example, when teaching her class about A lie Stone’s to go tobacco free is another jewel spected entities. Talley Farms grew a variety Christmas Carol, she plays the part of Jacob given to the community.’’ A survey by this de- of specialty crops and was especially re- Marley’s ghost, complete with chains and a partment found that other stores are consid- nowned for growing the best bell peppers. ghostly voice. During the poetry section of her ering the same move, citing concerns for gen- As president of Talley Farms, Don estab- reading class she dresses up as a hippie. Mrs. eral public health and youth smoking. Two lished and implemented environmentally Garrity’s creative methods of teaching allow years ago when United Markets, a small Marin sound farming practices, developed innovative her students to reach their full potential. independent chain, pulled their tobacco prod- agricultural techniques for growing, harvesting, Mrs. Garrity has been a teacher at St. John ucts, coowner Bill Daniels announced that ‘‘it’s and packaging produce, and was noted for Fisher School since 1990. The Catholic edu- just the right thing to do.’’ treating his employees well. Moreover, Don cational system has given her the ability to in- Other Marin County stores that have de- served in leadership positions with the West- fluence her student’s lives with her passion for cided it’s the right thing to do are: AG Ferrari ern Growers Association, Ag Box, the Council teaching, which is evident in her students’ Foods, Golden Gate Pharmacy, Golden Point of California Growers, the California Agri- drive to succeed. Produce/Tomales Bay Foods, Good Earth Nat- culture Leadership Foundation, and Farm It is my honor to recognize Mrs. Nancy Rob- ural Foods, Cornucopia Gourmet Deli, Ele- Credit West. erts Garrity as a recipient of the Distinguished phant Pharmacy, Jack’s Drug Store, Kaiser, One of Don’s hallmark legacies was his Teacher Award. Teachers, like Mrs. Garrity, Marin Medical Pharmacy, Pharmaca Integra- strong personal leadership efforts to improve are key to our children’s futures.

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Mr. Speaker, I role in making this happen and their legacy of OF MINNESOTA respectfully ask the attention of the House positively impacted lives grows with each new IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to pay tribute to Mr. Clinton Kirk, a con- listener. Thursday, December 7, 2006 stituent of mine who has dedicated the past I congratulate the Hollingers on a wonderful Mr. PETERSON of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, 20 years of his life to staying healthy and fit. life of service, and wish them all the best in I take this opportunity to honor Chip Conley’s Mr. Kirk resides in Valley, Alabama, and is whatever the future holds. service to his country, to this House, and to in his eighth decade of life. He is known f our Nation’s farmers and ranchers. Chip will around the area as ‘‘The Walking Man.’’ Kirk TRIBUTE TO FORTUNE ‘‘TINO’’ retire from the staff of the House Agriculture says when he began his walking in 1982, he Committee at the end of this Congress. BOSCO would walk around 5 to 6 miles a day in the Mr. Speaker, Chip was hired as the Agri- early morning. Over 20 years later, he says he culture Committee’s economist by Chairman now walks about 1 mile a day and says he at- HON. JIM DAVIS E. (Kika) de la Garza in 1985. By all accounts, tributes his good health to his walking habit. OF FLORIDA from the moment he got there, Chip was the Amazingly, Mr. Kirk has walked over 50,000 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES go-to guy on nearly every bit of work in the miles since 1982, and began keeping a daily Thursday, December 7, 2006 Committee’s jurisdiction. This was so much log of the distance he covers in 1986. the case that on his birthday one year, Chair- I salute Mr. Kirk for his continued efforts to Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise in man de la Garza handed out buttons printed exercise and stay healthy, and commend him honor of Fortune ‘‘Tino’’ Bosco, of Tampa, with the commonly uttered phrase: ‘‘Where’s at this milestone for serving as an example for Florida, who lost his battle with cancer last Chips?’’ us all to take care of ourselves and stay fit. month. Fortune described himself to many as Mr. Speaker, the Agriculture Committee’s ‘‘just a poor Italian immigrant,’’ but to all who f big task that comes along periodically is the knew him, he was so much more—a grand writing of a Farm Bill. Chip played an integral HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS story teller, a civil rights advocate, a political role in four farm bills—each one of which OF PAUL AND SYLVIA HOLLINGER powerhouse, a bocce ball enthusiast and a proved to be a more monumental undertaking dedicated family man. than the last. In addition to casting policy for HON. JOSEPH R. PITTS Born in Lanciano, Italy, Fortune earned a the production of food and fiber, the Farm Bill also includes provisions to update the food OF PENNSYLVANIA degree in law and economics from the Univer- sity of Rome, and went on to serve in the stamp program and other programs that are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Italian National Police and at Interpol, the so important to the daily needs of our most Thursday, December 7, 2006 Paris based international police agency. Also vulnerable citizens. In addition to the tremen- Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a professional soccer player, in the 1950s, dous expertise Chip displayed regarding the honor the legacy and service of Paul and Syl- Fortune played on the Italian Olympic soccer economics of these programs, he always dem- via Hollinger. team. onstrated a thorough command of pro- Fifty years ago, Paul Hollinger got his start In 1954, Fortune arrived in the United grammatic details. His diligence and abundant in Christian radio as a singer for WMBI at the States on the Andrea Doria. Later, when the creativity through many sleepless nights have Moody Bible Institute in Chicago. famed ship collided with another cruise liner, had an enormous impact, and he will be sore- After leaving Moody, he continued his Fortune worked as a translator for the rescued ly missed. broadcasting career in Pennsylvania as a Italian passengers. It was during this time that Mr. Speaker, you don’t have to work with sales representative or WEZN in Elizabeth- Fortune met the love of his life, Marjorie Chip for too long to realize that his efforts are town, Pennsylvania. Nettleton, who was also helping the accident inspired by an enduring, true desire to improve In July 1961, Paul began with WDAC radio victims. Marjorie and Fortune would go on to the lives of others. Before he began his pro- in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and he’s been ca- settle in Florida and start a family, which be- fessional career, Chip served in India as a Peace Corps volunteer. He spent 2 years in pably serving that station ever since. In 1981, came the focal point of Fortune’s life. Hissar from 1970–1972, providing extension his wife, Sylvia, joined him at the station and Fortune earned his second law degree at services to dairy farmers. continues to play a crucial role in its oper- University of Miami. Afterwards, he was hired Mr. Speaker, I should also express the grati- ations to this day. Together, Paul and Sylvia as a civil rights attorney by the U.S. Depart- tude of the House to Chip’s wife—Jan have grown WDAC into the tremendous suc- ment of Justice and transferred to Tampa to Rovecamp. Jan herself served as a staff cess that it is today. serve in the Office of Economic Opportunity. member and was working for the House when WDAC’s consistently high ratings are a tes- His passion for protecting civil rights brought she and Chip met and they discovered their tament to the God-given talents that the him to Selma, Alabama in 1965 to participate mutual interests in hiking and other outdoor Hollingers have brought to the station’s leader- in the historic civil rights march. pursuits. Jan also aided the Committee by her ship ranks. Always proud of his Italian heritage, Fortune constant support of Chip and her tolerance for With programs offering sound Biblical wis- was also known for his weekly ‘‘La Pagina his long hours. They both have hearts of gold, dom for living a life of integrity, as well as Italiana’’ column in Tampa’s trilingual La and for nearly 15 years they have volunteered practical guidance for raising a God-honoring Gaceta newspaper. Even as Fortune struggled their time to Food and Friends. Each Friday, family, WDAC provides a wonderful resource with retinitis pigmentosa, which slowly robbed they spend the middle of their day delivering to the Lancaster community. him of his eyesight, Fortune continued to write food and providing companionship to people Paul and Sylvia have also been active in the his column, play bocce ball and chess games living with life-challenging illnesses. community outside of their roles at WDAC. and actively participate in local and state polit- Mr. Speaker, I am saddened to see Chip They give charitably of their time and re- ical campaigns. go. Through his work on legislation, he has sources, serve as leaders in the pro-life move- Fortune was active in a host of local com- touched the lives of many Americans. In the ment, and are strong supporters of the con- munity groups including the Sons of Italy, city of Washington, he has gained the respect servative family values that Lancaster County Mona Lisa Lodge and the Italian Club of and admiration of countless colleagues from holds so dear. Tampa. He served on the Mayor’s Alliance for all philosophical backgrounds. To the Mem- Paul and Sylvia’s retirement this month from People with Disabilities and was an honorary bers and staff of the Committee, he is a true WDAC’s daily operations caps more than four member of the Board of Directors at the Lion’s friend. decades of distinguished service, and it’s a Club. On behalf of the Agriculture Committee, I legacy worth honoring. In so many ways, Fortune represented the extend to Chip and Jan my deepest apprecia- We live in an age of eroding decency and heart and soul of Tampa. On behalf of the en- tion for their service, and wish them much growing vulgarity on our Nation’s airwaves. tire Tampa Bay community, I would like to ex- happiness in retirement.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.049 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2159 TRIBUTE TO ANDREA BOCELLI Higginbotham previously worked as a pay- HONORING DR. JOHN CONDON, RE- load engineer at the John F. Kennedy Space CIPIENT OF THE 2006 SACRED HON. DARRELL E. ISSA Center while also earning two master’s de- HEART MEDICAL CENTER SISTER OF CALIFORNIA grees from the Florida Institute of Technology. PETER CLAVER AWARD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a Mission Specialist on board Discovery, Higginbotham’s responsibilities will include a Thursday, December 7, 2006 HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS complete rewiring of the International Space OF WASHINGTON Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Station’s power supply. She will also have the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ognize and honor the remarkable achieve- responsibility of operating the robotic arm to ments of singer, writer, and producer Andrea deploy several satellites and to direct payload Thursday, December 7, 2006 Bocelli. transfers. Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. Mr. Speaker, Growing up on his family vineyard in Higginbotham will be joined by mission com- I rise today to honor Dr. John Condon, recipi- Lajatico, Tuscany, Mr. Bocelli displayed a tal- mander Mark Polansky, as well as Robert ent of the 2006 Sacred Heart Medical Center’s ent for music from an early age. Andrea devel- Curbeam, Sunita Williams, Nicholas Patrick, Sister Peter Claver Award. In receiving this oped a passion for opera recordings and William Oefelein, and Christer Fuglesang from award, Dr. Condon joins the ranks of many dreamed of following in the footsteps of cele- the European Space Agency, who is the first like himself who have gone out of their way to brated Italian tenors. A graduate of the Univer- Swedish astronaut. help and serve others, doing it humbly and sity of Pisa, Mr. Bocelli practiced as a state Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me without seeking recognition. appointed defense attorney for a short time in recognizing my fellow Chicagoan as well as The Sister Peter Claver Award is given in before leaving behind a legal career to pursue her fellow astronauts, and to wish them all the honor of its namesake each year. Sister Peter his musical dream. best on their launch tonight and their 12-day Claver gave nearly thirty years of her life to The best-selling classical soloist of all time, mission. Sacred Heart Medical Center in Spokane, Mr. Bocelli has experienced unprecedented Washington. She led this institution by her ex- international success. He has staged concerts f ample of charity, service, and integrity. Today, at the Eiffel Tower, the Pyramids in Egypt, and HONORING THE LIFE OF CAROLE Dr. John Condon exemplifies the mission and the Statue of Liberty. Andrea has performed at MANCHESTER PILLAY message of Sister Peter Claver. Olympic closing ceremonies and over the dev- Dr. Condon has maintained a pediatric den- astation of Ground Zero. He has sung for HON. JOHN B. LARSON tistry practice in Spokane for more than 40 kings, queens, princes, premiers, prime min- years. Because the community in which he OF CONNECTICUT isters, presidents, and Popes. The recipient of works and serves is a rural one, Dr. Condon numerous awards, Mr. Bocelli has been glob- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES travels throughout the community, making a ally recognized for his achievements in music Thursday, December 7, 2006 special effort to reach those who would not and for his philanthropic efforts. Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I normally have access to such quality dental Andrea Bocelli has used his talents and wish to submit for the RECORD the following care. Dr. Condon has also devoted much of stardom to bless many lives. Partnering with tribute that appeared in the Winsted Journal his time to providing dental care to underprivi- worthy charities like The Vision of Children on October 27, 2006. Mrs. Pillay began her leged children and adults with mental and Foundation, an organization committed to the career in fashion at Vogue, later becoming physical challenges. eradication of hereditary childhood blindness, fabric editor at Glamour, and fashion director Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge Mr. Bocelli has raised millions of dollars to at Seventeen and Elle. Mrs. Pillay was also and thank Dr. Condon for his compassionate help children all over the world. Funds raised the author of French Tea and Tea in the East. service to the citizens of Eastern Washington. by his benefit concerts have gone towards re- I’m honored to submit this for the RECORD. My I invite my colleagues to join me in congratu- search to improve the lives of the visually im- heart goes out to her entire family. lating Dr. John Condon on receiving the ‘‘Sis- paired and aid the families of children who re- [From the Winsted Journal, Oct. 27, 2006] ter Peter Claver Award’’ and in thanking him. quire organ transplants. f Mr. Speaker, whether influencing lives with CAROLE MANCHESTER PILLAY his musical talents or inspiring countless indi- WINSTED—Carole Manchester Pillay, au- IN HONOR OF SISTER JULIE HYER viduals to overcome adversity, Andrea Bocelli thor of two distinctive books on the prepara- tion and drinking of tea and a former editor is honored and admired for his many accom- of leading women’s magazines, died Oct. 21, HON. SAM FARR plishments. We recognize and commend him 2006, in Manhattan. She lived in Manhattan OF CALIFORNIA today for his extraordinary dedication and and Winsted and was the wife of Shunna IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES service. Pillay. Thursday, December 7, 2006 f Mrs. Pillay started her fashion career with Vogue and later became the fabric editor for Mr. FARR. Mr Speaker, I rise today to honor HONORING CHICAGO ASTRONAUT Glamour and then fashion director at Seven- Sister Julie Hyer, O.P., whose uncommon mix- JOAN HIGGINBOTHAM teen and Elle magazines. Her articles on ture of faith, benevolence and business savvy fashion, the decorative arts and tea appeared has seen the Dominican Hospital of Santa frequently in national magazines. Cruz through twenty-two years of exceptional HON. RAHM EMANUEL Her two books are ‘‘French Tea’’ (Hearst OF ILLINOIS Books, 1993) and ‘‘Tea in the East’’ (Hearst service and growth. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Books, 1996). The latter publication took her As president and CEO of Dominican Hos- on journeys throughout Asia, where she met pital, Sister Julie sat at the helm of Santa Cruz Thursday, December 7, 2006 and interviewed ‘‘staunch devotees of tea— County’s largest health care facility. With Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to planters, pluckers, brokers, blenders, pro- 1,700 employees, 500 doctors on staff and honor Astronaut Joan Higginbotham. ducers, promoters, and tea lovers.’’ more than 500 volunteers—to say nothing of Higginbotham is a member of the crew on the She wrote that ‘‘there were many trying the hundreds of patients Dominican Hospital Space Shuttle Discovery that is scheduled to times rummaging through the obscure do- serves daily in its 369 beds—Sister Julie has mains of tea, but at journey’s end I look launch tonight from NASA’s Kennedy Space back on the adversities as fond adventures.’’ overseen a considerable operation and done Center. Additionally, she is a fellow More recently, she authored the book for the so without compromising individualized care Chicagoan, and I wish her the best of luck as forthcoming musical, ‘‘Pansy.’’ and treatment. she prepares for her first mission, STS 116. Her friends regarded her as possessing an Under Sister Julie’s leadership, Dominican Higginbotham graduated from Chicago’s exquisite aesthetic sense, a wonderful joie de Hospital has implemented numerous programs Whitney Young High School in 1982, and vivre, an indomitable spirit and a keen com- and services which address the particular Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in mitment to social justice. In addition to her needs of our community; from the Infant Hear- 1987. She will be the third African-American husband of 33 years, Mrs. Pillay is survived ing Assessment program, to Occupational Re- by a brother, Dudley Manchester of West woman aboard a NASA mission, and she and Hartford; a sister, Ann Shubert of Acton, habilitation, to the ShareCare Health Plan for her fellow astronaut Robert Curbeam will Mass.; and several nieces and nephews. She Older Adults, Sister Julie has ensured that Do- make history this week on STS 116, the first was predeceased by a sister, Lois. minican Hospital is prepared to see patients Space Shuttle mission with two African-Amer- There will be a private service in late through every stage of their lives. Other serv- ican astronauts. spring. ices, such as Dominican’s Tattoo Removal

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.053 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2160 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 Program which gives former gang members a Supreme Court justices. Hon. Paula L. A TRIBUTE TO AMY EDINGER chance to start a new phase of their lives, re- Feroleto will be presented with the 2006 Law- flect Sister Julie’s all-embracing approach to yer of the Year Award by the Women Lawyers HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS the health of our community. of Western New York. Judge Feroleto has OF NEW JERSEY To accommodate such a bold and com- been on the State Supreme Court bench for 2 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prehensive vision of health care, she has driv- years and previously served as an attorney for en the hospital’s steady institutional growth by over 20 years. Over this course of time, Mrs. Thursday, December 7, 2006 continuously improving its facilities and estab- Feroleto has quietly broken barriers within the Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, today, I am lishing relationships with other distinguished legal field. proud to honor Amy Edinger, the recipient of healthcare organizations. Under Sister Julie’s Judge Feroleto began her career at Brown the great state of New Jersey’s No Child Left guidance, Dominican Hospital has seen three & Kelly, in Buffalo, where she was the first Behind 2006 American Star of Teaching major building expansions, multiple remodels, woman attorney named as partner to the firm award. and affiliation with Catholic Healthcare West, and acted as the firm’s pro bono coordinator Throughout her distinguished career, Amy the eighth largest hospital system in the Na- for several years. In addition, she was also the has worked with special education students at tion. the James Fenimore Cooper Elementary The laurels of her tenure are as numerous first woman president of the Western New York Trial Lawyers Association. Her humble School in Cherry Hill. Her efforts to improve as they are invaluable. They are the realiza- the educational atmosphere of her students tion of Sister Julie’s faith in action and a testa- demeanor sets her apart from many and she has undoubtedly been a quiet trailblazer for have earned her both admiration and praise ment to the power of earnest and solemn from her colleagues, students, and parents. goodwill. women. Judge Feroleto balances family, ca- reer, and community obligations including par- Her extraordinary innovation and commitment Mr. Speaker, for all that she has done and has enabled her to assist her students in mov- all that she will undoubtedly continue to do, I ticipation in the Lawyers for Learning program. ing forward both academically and through im- extend my most sincere thanks and warmest It is clear, this award is long overdue, and provements in their social skills. Amy’s exper- wishes to Sister Julie in her retirement. Judge Feroleto’s accomplishments exemplify tise can be measured through the many f the great strides women have made within the achievements by the children in her class- legal profession and specifically within the TRIBUTE TO MASSACHUSETTS room. Western New York community. The award will HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL SUPER I would like to commend and congratulate be presented to her on December 14 in Buf- BOWL CHAMPIONS: EVERETT, Amy Edinger on this impressive honor. She is falo and I would like to extend my congratula- WAYLAND, AND WINTHROP an example of excellence in the classroom, tions. and she serves as an inspiration to us all. HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure and f gratitude that I stand here today to recognize OF MASSACHUSETTS TRIBUTE TO CHARLIE CAMPION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the work of Hon. Paula L. Feroleto, a leader and admired community member of the West- Thursday, December 7, 2006 ern New York region. HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to OF COLORADO say that this weekend Massachusetts crowned f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three state football champions all from the Thursday, December 7, 2006 Seventh Congressional District. IN RECOGNITION OF THE FAY- The Crimson Tide of Everett, led by Coach ETTEVILLE–MANLIUS HIGH Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today John DiBiaso finished the season a perfect SCHOOL GIRL’S CROSS COUNTRY to honor the patriotism and military service of 12–0 after a 35–6 win in the Division 1 title TEAM Mr. Charlie Campion of Loveland, Colorado. game to capture its second Super Bowl victory He joined the United States Navy on Sep- since 2003. tember 7, 1954, and was sent to Great Lakes, Later that afternoon, the Wayland Warriors, HON. JAMES T. WALSH Illinois, for boot camp. led by their coach Scott Parseghian took to In 1958, Mr. Campion’s ship, the USS Sum- OF NEW YORK the same field and knocked off their opponent mit County, pulled into Chennai, Korea where with a convincing 28–0 victory to take home IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Campion served as a gunner’s mate dur- the Division lA crown, finishing the season Thursday, December 7, 2006 ing his first enlistment. Shortly after arriving, with an unblemished 13–0 record. Mr. Campion and 2 other soldiers were or- Finally, the mighty Vikings of Winthrop, led Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to dered to drive a jeep from the base to pick up by their coach Tony Fucillo, rallied to a 25–8 give much deserved praise to the Fayetteville- supplies at a different military supply location victory in the Division 2A championship game Manlius High School Girl’s Cross Country off base. also finishing the season a perfect 13–0. This Team on their first place finish at the Nike While on this mission Mr. Campion’s jeep hit was a huge boost to a program and a school Team Nationals, defeating 19 other teams and an explosive device throwing out the Lieuten- which only a few short years ago was facing beating the second place team by 50 points to ant and the Seaman, flipping the jeep and possible elimination of high school athletics all earn a national title. himself upside down in the canal nearby. The together The Nike Team Nationals put together a jeep ended up landing on Mr. Campion and he Each of these teams finished the season sustained several injuries, including a broken ranked among the top three in Massachusetts race of 20 teams of the highest caliber to compete in Portland Oregon in a 5-kilometer back. polls. At the age of 21, Mr. Campion re-enlisted Mr. Speaker, I offer my heartfelt congratula- race. The young women of Fayetteville- Manlius worked extremely hard this year to and started his studies at the Hospital Corps tions to the communities of Everett, Wayland School in Great Lakes, Illinois. Mr. Campion and Winthrop and their student athletes and put together a team that was capable of com- peting at this level, and their hard work paid went on to serve a total of 16 years in the coaches for their commitment to excellence in United States Navy as Hospital Corpsman and their sports and for their hard-earned, well-de- off with a first place finish and two runners within 20 seconds of first place. FMF Corpsman with the Marine Corps. served championship seasons. For ‘‘conspicuous gallantry and intrepidity in f On behalf of all my constituents, I would like action’’ while serving with Company C, 1st to congratulate this special team on their Battalion, 3rd Marines, 3rd Marine Division RECOGNIZING HON. PAULA L. amazing athletic prowess, and especially FEROLETO near the village of La Chau, Republic of Viet- Coach Bill Aris for leading them throughout nam on 5 June 1965, Mr. Campion was the year. I wish them every success in the awarded the Silver Star. While giving medical HON. BRIAN HIGGINS 2007 season, and look forward to watching aid to several sick villagers, Mr. Campion was OF NEW YORK them defend their national title. attacked by other villagers at the same time IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The team members are: Mackenzie Carter, that his platoon was attacked by the Viet Cong Thursday, December 7, 2006 Kathryn Buchan, Jessica Hauser, Hilary Fighting his way free, he ran to the platoon Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Hooley, Courtney Chapman, Molly Malone, position and immediately began medical treat- recognize one of Western New York’s State and Ashley Higginson. ment of two wounded Marines.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.057 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2161 In order to protect the wounded men, Mr. by the first amendment. And it recognizes the Ms. Scarlett-Golden will always serve as an Campion seized an automatic rifle from one of role of state governments as the primary inspiration not only to the local black commu- the men and turned it against the enemy, kill- sources of laws relating to suicide. nity in Volusia County, but to African Ameri- ing one Viet Cong and driving the others to This legislation is a sensible response to a cans throughout the State of Florida. flight. After the wounded men were evacuated real and growing problem, one that will bring he fearlessly exposed himself to heavy enemy wrongdoers to justice and hopefully help to f fire so he could render aid to a critically prevent future tragedies like Suzanne wounded Marine and assist in his evacuation. Gonzales’s. I urge my colleagues to join me in TRIBUTE TO BISHOP JOSEPH L. Additionally, he was awarded four good con- supporting it. IMESCH duct medals and 12 further medals for his f service to our country in the Korean War and in Vietnam. PERSONAL EXPLANATION HON. JERRY WELLER Mr. Speaker, I am grateful for Mr. OF ILLINOIS Campion’s selfless service to our Nation. I HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES urge my colleagues to join me in recognizing OF NEW YORK a man worthy of our honor, a true American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, December 7, 2006 hero, Mr. Charlie Campion. Thursday, December 7, 2006 f Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. BISHOP of New York. Mr. Speaker, due honor Bishop Joseph L. Imesch who will cele- THE SUZANNE GONZALES SUICIDE to a previously scheduled commitment, I was brate 50 years of priesthood on December 16, PROMOTION PUNISHMENT AND not present in the House chamber to vote on 2006. PREVENTION ACT OF 2006 rollcalls 526 or 527. On June 21, 1931 in Gross Pointe Farms, Please indicate as such in the appropriate Michigan, Dionys and Margaret Imesch be- place in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD that I HON. WALLY HERGER came the proud parents of Joseph L. Imesch. would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall 526 and OF CALIFORNIA Bishop Imesch spent his early years in Michi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 527 had I been present. Mr. Speaker, thank you for your attention to gan attending the following schools: St. Am- Thursday, December 7, 2006 this request. brose and St. Paul Elementary School, Sacred Heart Seminary High School and College. In Mr. HERGER. Mr. Speaker, today I am in- f troducing the Suzanne Gonzales Suicide Pro- 1953, the Bishop went to Rome where he at- motion Punishment and Prevention Act of TRIBUTE TO DAYTONA BEACH tended the North American College and re- 2006 on behalf of families across the United MAYOR YVONNE SCARLETT- ceived his STL degree. He attended the Gre- States who have lost loved ones to suicide GOLDEN gorian University from 1969 to 1970. On De- through information provided on Internet fo- cember 16, 1956, Bishop Joseph L. Imesch rums. HON. CORRINE BROWN was ordained in Rome. On March 22, 2003, 19-year-old Suzanne OF FLORIDA Most of the Bishop’s pastoral ministry was Gonzales told her father, ‘‘I love you, Dad. I’ll IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spent in Michigan. From 1957 to 1959, he was see you soon.’’ Hours later, she was dead. As the assistant pastor to the St. Charles Parish Thursday, December 7, 2006 a student attending college thousands of miles in Detroit, Michigan. From 1959 to 1971, the from home, Suzanne had become involved in Ms. CORRINE BROWN of Florida. Mr. Bishop served as a secretary to John Cardinal an online discussion group that promotes sui- Speaker, I want to send my thoughts and Dearden, Archbishop of Detroit. In 1971, cide as a personal choice and a ‘‘civil right.’’ prayers to the family of Yvonne Scarlett-Gold- Bishop Imesch became the pastor of Our Lady Other members of the group, using anony- en, the first black Mayor of Daytona Beach. of Sorrows’ Parish in Farmington. On April 3, mous screen names, encouraged Suzanne to She had been a very, very close friend of 1973, Joseph L. Imesch was ordained as Aux- commit suicide and gave her step-by-step in- mine for many years, and she will be dearly iliary Bishop of Detroit and was the Regional structions on how to obtain and use potassium missed by the community of Daytona Beach Bishop of the Northwest Region, Archdiocese cyanide, a lethal substance used by jewelers and the State of Florida. of Detroit from 1977 to 1979. to polish metal. I will always remember her for her persist- On August 28, 1979, Bishop Imesch was in- It is difficult for most of us to imagine the ence, her spirited willpower and determination, stalled as the third Bishop of Joliet. During his grief of Suzanne’s parents when they learned as well as her extreme dedication to public tenure, Bishop Imesch served on many com- of their daughter’s death. Their distress was service. Her admirers and supporters included mittees including: Catholic Relief Services only increased when prosecutors told them not just the African American community, but Board, Board of Trustees of Archdiocese of that there was no law under which the mem- also by those with financial influence in the Chicago Seminaries, Chairman of the NCCB bers of the online group, who had given Su- area. In particular, I will always remember her Committee on Women in Society and the zanne the necessary information to commit ‘‘respect’’ campaign, wherein she attempted to Church, Chairman of NCCB Committee Writ- suicide, could be charged. While many states tranquilize the somewhat disorderly behavior ing the Pastoral on the Concerns of Women, have laws prohibiting assistance to suicide, of the city’s special events. the Marriage & Family Life Committee, Com- the individuals responsible for Suzanne’s Even though she entered politics somewhat mittee for Stewardship, Chairman of NCCB death could be residents of any state. late in life, at all times she devoted her energy Committee for Pastoral Practices, the Retired Suicide is not just another personal choice. to her native city of Daytona Beach. Ironically, Religious Grant Review Board, the Society of It is final and irreversible. Victims of suicide do this was the same city that disallowed her to St. James Board, the USCCB Administrative not have an opportunity to learn from their go to the beaches because of strict segrega- Board, and Chairman of Bishops of Region mistake. And their actions have a lasting im- tion laws. Yet with the inspiration and tutelage VII. Bishop Imesch retired as Bishop of Joliet pact on their family and friends. The same of one of our nation’s most famous civil rights on June 21, 2006 shortly after his 75th birth- Web site whose members encouraged Su- leaders and founder of Bethune Cookman Col- day. According to Bishop Imesch his only re- zanne Gonzales to take her own life has been lege, Ms. Mary McLeod-Bethune, who also gret is that he turned 75 much too quickly and implicated in well over a dozen other suicides. hails from the city of Daytona, Ms. Scarlett- could no longer serve. Mr. Speaker, I believe it is time for Congress Golden learned the essence of public service. to take a stand. These sick and twisted indi- Yvonne Scarlett-Golden went on to graduate The Diocese of Joliet was established in viduals who prey on the despair and emotional from Bethune-Cookman College in 1950, 1948 and has a Catholic population of ap- distress of others ought to be held responsible where she received academic honors as well proximately 636,862. It comprises the counties for their actions. as special distinctions for performing as an of DuPage, Kankakee, Will, Grundy, Ford, Iro- The legislation I am introducing would make outstanding athlete. It was in the halls and lec- quois, and Kendall. it a federal crime to use facilities of interstate ture rooms of this college where she became Mr. Speaker, I urge this body to identify and commerce, including the Internet, to provide a profoundly influenced by the teachings and recognize other persons in their own districts particular person with information or material philosophy of Ms. McLeod-Bethune. She went whose actions have so greatly benefited and support to commit suicide. It is narrowly tai- on to utilize these teachings in her career as strengthened America’s families and commu- lored to avoid infringing on speech protected an educator and as an elected official. nities.

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It has truly been my pleasure serving f Thursday, December 7, 2006 with MIKE on the VA Committee for the past 5 Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. years. Over the past 10 years, JIM DAVIS has ETHICS IN THE 110TH CONGRESS Speaker, I rise today in honor of Sandra E. been one of the leading sponsors in trying to Ulsh. Sandra is president of the Ford Motor protect Florida’s pristine coastlines and U.S. HON. JOEL HEFLEY Company Fund, a philanthropic organization military missions from offshore drilling. His OF COLORADO funded largely by Ford Motor Company profits. leadership and passion are lauded and will not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ford Fund supports innovative programs that be forgotten. KATHERINE HARRIS has left her Thursday, December 7, 2006 focus on education, American heritage and mark as a strong leader in helping Florida to- legacy, and safety. Under her leadership, Ford ward its future as an international leader in Mr. HEFLEY. Mr. Speaker, as the 109th Motor Company Fund has also dedicated itself economic and foreign affairs. Congress ends and I prepare to leave the to celebrating cultural diversity and supporting Mr. Speaker, Florida and the Nation have House of Representatives after 20 years, I programs that stimulate cross-cultural ex- benefited from their leadership, and each will wanted to speak with my colleagues about changes. be truly missed. I would like to thank each for congressional ethics one last time. This is an Sandra received a bachelor’s in mathe- their service to our country and extend my honorable House and an ethical House. Most matics and economics from Gettysburg Col- best wishes for their continued success. House Members desire to serve honorably and ethically, a few do not. Yet, as James lege and an MBA from Lehigh University. She f joined Ford as an economic analyst in 1978. Madison observed in the Federalist 51, ‘‘if an- She held numerous positions in Finance, in- H.R. 6099, UNBORN CHILD PAIN gels were to govern men, neither external nor cluding vehicle pricing manager, vehicle pro- AWARENESS ACT OF 2006 internal controls on government would be nec- gram finance manager, manager of business essary . . . but experience has taught man- SPEECH OF analysis and business plans for Truck Oper- kind the necessity of auxiliary precautions.’’ ations, and manager of Investor Relations. HON. JOHN D. DINGELL The integrity of this House is important to our Sandra joined Ford’s Governmental Affairs OF MICHIGAN Nation and our integrity is not as it should be. organization in 1996 as a strategic issues as- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As Members of Congress, we will never be perfect, but we can strive to be better. As sociate in the Corporate Economics and Strat- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 egies Issues office, and later became a legis- Members of this House we must do better. lative manager on Healthcare and Financial Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposi- In 1952, Senator Paul Douglas of Illinois Service matters in Washington, DC. Prior to tion to H.R. 6099, the Unborn Child Pain wrote a small book that had wide influence, assuming her current position, Sandra was the Awareness Act. I would point out that, despite ‘‘Ethics in Government.’’ Douglas said the director, Public Policy, Governmental Affairs. the best efforts of some in this Chamber and book grew out of his experiences on the Chi- Along with her work at Ford Motor Company from various interest groups to masquerade cago City Council and in the Senate, where he Fund, Sandra serves on various other non- this as a pro-choice or pro-life issue, this is served on a committee which investigated the profit and advisory boards, including the Coun- not about choice. This is quite simply an issue Reconstruction Finance Corporation and cil of Michigan Foundations, ConnectMichigan of who is qualified to provide medical informa- chaired a Senate subcommittee which consid- Alliance, Charles H. Wright Museum of African tion to patients: Congress or doctors? Frankly, ered the entire range of ethics issues for those American History, U.S. Hispanic Chamber of patients are better served with medical infor- involved in public service. His book started Commerce Foundation Corporate Advisory mation coming from a qualified medical pro- with the following words, ‘‘[T]he American pub- Board, Dennis Archer Foundation, and Amer- fessional than from a simple Polish lawyer lic has become increasingly uneasy in recent ica’s Promise Leadership Council. from Southeast Michigan like myself. months about the moral practices of many Sandra will be retiring from her position at Let me be clear: this bill requires that doc- government officials.’’ Sounds familiar, doesn’t Ford Motor Company Fund on December tors provide women seeking an abortion past it? More than 60 years later, Congress is still 31st. I’m sure I’m not the only one impressed the twentieth week of gestation a brochure struggling with many of the issues identified by with her professionalism, dedication and the produced by the Department of Health and Senator Douglas. We have made significant achievements reached by Ford Motor Com- Human Services. The bill very clearly requires progress since the 1950s, but as this past pany Fund during her leadership tenure. I wish that the brochure include text written word for Congress has shown, we have a long way to to thank her for her exceptional service and word by Congress. The patient would then go. wish Sandra well on all her future endeavors. have to sign a document saying she received Before discussing ethics in the Congress while I have served and what I believe we f the information. That document, again, would contain specific text written by Congress. The need to do in the future, I think it would be FLORIDA DELEGATION FAREWELL very idea that Congress would require that helpful to review some of the conclusions and TRIBUTE specific text imparting a medical opinion be recommendations of Senator Douglas. After handed out to patients is ludicrous. We are in reviewing that state of ethics during the time HON. JEFF MILLER the business of writing laws, not of keeping up of the ruling Florentine House of the Medici as OF FLORIDA on the most recent articles published in med- described by Machiavelli in ‘‘the Prince,’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ical journals. I would ask, Mr. Speaker, where Douglas surveyed the state of ethics in Great does this game of Congress playing doctor Britain during the 18th and 19th centuries and Thursday, December 7, 2006 end? Will we next be writing scripts or bro- of our own Congress during the period before Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise chures advocating for one chemotherapy treat- the Civil War and during the Civil War. Despite today to specially recognize 4 of my col- ment over another for cancer patients? I think the evidence of enormous corruption during leagues who have so honorably served the not. I believe that most of us recognize that those times, Douglas stated, ‘‘[M]y own con- residents of Florida and the citizens of the this is well beyond our capability as law- clusion is, therefore, that there has been an United States over the past 4 to 26 years. makers. appreciable long-time improvement in the level I applaud my friends, CLAY SHAW, MIKE BILI- Mr. Speaker, let’s leave the decisions about of political morals.’’ However, he also noted RAKIS, JIM DAVIS, and KATHERINE HARRIS for medical science to the scholars and profes- that there are frequent periods of ‘‘moral re- their admirable service. Over the years, each sionals who are qualified to make them and lapse,’’ often after wars and that in his own has made numerous invaluable contributions focus on our responsibilities as Members of time the standards of behavior were ‘‘by no bettering the lives of their constituents and all Congress. means good enough and need radical im- Americans. I’ve always wondered why we don’t focus provement.’’ I’ve seen first hand how effective and com- more of our attention on preventing unwanted Let’s look at what Douglas was concerned mitted these individuals are in serving their pregnancies. Reducing the number of abor- about. First, he identified six ‘‘difficulties which

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In my opinion, the advice and from a bipartisan ethics process. ‘‘lure of past and future employment.’’ Next, he education process, though unsung, is the most Besides the actual rule changes, which identified the problem of the use of public of- valuable asset the House has received from would have weakened the Ethics Committee fice as a means of making money through var- the Ethics Committee. both in its ability to do its job and as a bipar- ious private business interests engaged in by Under the modem ethics system our con- tisan institution, I am troubled by the process members in addition to their congressional du- stituents now have a good idea of our income leadership engaged in to fast-track the rules ties, such as insurance or practice of law. and assets. Members are restricted from out- changes. Despite numerous requests by the Douglas was extremely concerned by what he side income and honoraria of the sort that Ethics Committee, leadership did not consult called, ‘‘use . . . of public office to further concerned Senator Douglas and created the the committee on any of the changes they . . . private business.’’ Finally, Douglas identi- potential, the appearance and sometimes the proposed and publicly released the text of fied the abuse of members of government re- actual existence of a conflict of interest. Gifts these rules only a few hours before they were signing and ‘‘then almost immediately have been limited and official business funded to be voted upon. As a result of protest by my- appear[ing] as well-paid legal representatives by private groups is publicly disclosed. self and others, some of the proposed rules of private agencies which are doing business The tide of power in Washington turned changes were dropped immediately. Fortu- with the Government.’’ Douglas also identified again in November. With power comes great nately, the rest were dropped after months of this issue as the sale of influence. Senator responsibility. Knowing that Congress is an in- unnecessary dispute. So the end result was Douglas recommended 2 remedies to these stitution, we can find comfort in the fact that that the rules were not changed permanently, issues; better pay and an ethical code for pub- faces may change but purpose remains. Dur- but the process used by the House leadership lic officials. ing the years we as elected officials represent damaged both the ethics process in the House Douglas went on to identify 3 sets of addi- our home districts, our people, our values, we and the House as an institution. tional ethics issues important to legislators: (1) should hold ourselves to higher standards be- Prior to this misguided effort, the Ethics The expense of campaigning for office, (2) re- cause we have been given the power to Committee has almost 40 years of bipartisan lationships between legislators and administra- change law, to create law, and to fund our tradition. Sure, the process has not always tive agencies, and (3) the conduct of congres- government. And when those standards weak- been perfect, but the House has had a tradi- sional investigations and the treatment of wit- en in the House, we monitor each other tion of addressing any imperfections through nesses before congressional committees. through the use of the Ethics Committee. Real the use of a bipartisan process. From its very Douglas concluded with 2 final rec- ethics reform begins and ends with enforce- beginning, the rules for the Ethics Committee ommendations: disclosure of private income ment of the rules and advice and education by were the results of a bipartisan panel com- and the suggestion that stocks and invest- the Ethics Committee. posed of six Democrats and six Republicans. ments be sold or placed in trusts not under Since its inception in 1967, the Committee To continue working without undue influence, the control of the owner. Finally, Senator on Standards for Official Conduct, informally it is imperative to develop the rules in a bipar- Douglas stated that ‘‘more important than the known as the House Ethics Committee, has tisan manner. All significant changes in the institutional improvements which I have sug- been unique in the House of Representatives. ethics process over the years, principally in gested is our need for a deeper set of moral It is the only standing committee in which 1976–77, 1989–1991 and 1997, were adopted values.’’ He surmised that ‘‘since the state is membership is equally divided between each after bipartisan task forces looked at the but the individual writ large, perhaps the dis- party. The make-up of the committee is in- issues or a bipartisan consensus was reached closures of the past years may reawaken with- tended to provide a fair procedural framework before passage. As I have stated repeatedly, in us a sense of our individual failure to live for the conduct of the committee’s activities if the House is to have a meaningful, bipar- up to the standards we inwardly cherish.’’ In- and to help ensure that the committee serves tisan ethics process, ethics reform can be stitutional reform begins with self-reform, he well the people of the United States, the made only after thoughtful, careful consider- suggested. House of Representatives, and the Members, ation on a bipartisan basis. Since the time of Senator Douglas, we have officers, and employees of the House. Why, at this time when partisanship domi- come a long way towards fulfilling his rec- I have been in the position to serve on the nates virtually every aspect of political life, is ommendations and establishing a modem eth- Ethics Committee as a member and as chair- bipartisanship necessary in the ethics proc- ics process. The Ethics Committee was estab- man. During my service, I have come to the ess? The reason, quite simply, is that if the lished in 1967. Through the years, the com- conclusion that the process works if leadership ethics process were to be dominated by the mittee has provided oversight and enforce- allows it to. Having an equally divided com- majority party, whichever party that might be, ment, sanction recommendations and inves- mittee encourages a working relationship that it would have no credibility whatsoever. Such tigations, and importantly, advice and edu- has rarely been equaled on other committees. an ethics process would almost certainly de- cation to Members and staff. Congress adopt- While serving as chairman, all of our actions generate into simply another tool of partisan ed Code of Ethics for Government Service were consensus and most were unanimous. I warfare and thereby become a farce. was in 1958 and the House adopted a Code told each new member to leave his partisan- I also have to note, that both parties in the of Official Conduct in 1968. Significant cam- ship at the door and they did. House are guilty of misusing the ethics proc- paign finance legislation was adopted in 1971, I would be hard pressed to remember a ess from time to time, most notably during 1974, 2002 and House Rules now limit per- time when Congress was not under scrutiny what Norm Ornstein and Thomas Mann call sonal use of campaign funds. A limited private but in recent times, we have come under a di- the period of ‘‘the politics of scandal.’’ During financial disclosure system was put in place in rect dissection and search for credibility. To be this period in the late 1980’s and continuing 1969 and made public in 1978. In 1989, Con- a credible ethics process, bipartisanship must through 1997, both parties alternatively used gress adopted rules limiting outside income exist not only in committee deliberations and the ethics process to attack and eventually de- and employment, banned honoraria and es- actions, but also in the development of the stroy one Democratic Speaker, Representative tablished post-employment restrictions. Finally, rules under which those deliberations and ac- James Wright of Texas and one Republican in 1995, strong gift and travel rules were tions will occur. Speaker, Representative Newt Gingrich of adopted by the House and Congress passed I believe some of our credibility disappeared Georgia. During the 104th Congress, virtually the Lobbying Disclosure Act to counter public during the 109th Congress, when the House every member of the Republican and Demo- perception that special interests groups main- leadership fast-tracked legislation and called cratic leadership of the House had an ethics tain undue influence over the legislative proc- on party loyalty to pass rules changes for the complaint filed against them. ess and that Members are granted perquisites Ethics Committee during a party-line vote. As a result of broad dissatisfaction on both and privileges unavailable to average Ameri- This is a misfortune that should be remedied sides of the aisle regarding the Gingrich mat- cans. Each of these steps was significant in in the 110th Congress. ter, the 1997 task force made positive rec- and of itself. Taken together they represent The vote on the ethics process should be ommendations that were adopted by the real progress. separate and apart from the vote on the House. As a result both parties disavowed the Through this modem ethics process an es- House rules. The vote on the House rules is ‘‘politics of scandal,’’ with the result that be- tablished ethics committee has sanctioned a party-line vote, the vote on the ethics proc- tween 1997 and 2004, only one ethics com- Members of the House for inappropriate con- ess should not be. I see it as a duty for each plaint was filed against a House member, duct on a nonpartisan basis. More importantly, member to make an individual vote not a down from a peak of over 26 filed between the the Ethics Committee has provided thousands party-line basis but on the basis of what would Wright case in 1989 and 1996. In 2004, a

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The don’t believe that is the proper term because death-penalty cases before coming to Con- ethics and lobbying reform package proposed the Ethics Committee was clearly engaged in gress. by the House leadership was so weak that I aggressive investigation of misconduct during Another matter investigated by the com- actually voted against it, believing it was de- this time period, with many of the investiga- mittee during this period was the investigation signed to make people believe we were doing tions self-initiated by the committee. During into allegation of bribery during the 2003 Medi- something when we really were not. Denying this period the Ethics Committee, while the care Prescription Drug Act. The committee former Members access to the House gym House was under Republican control, followed also self-initiated this investigation. During this and the House floor did not address the real the facts, investigated both Republicans and investigation the committee deposed the ethical issues confronting the 109th Congress. Democrats. For instance, the Ethics Com- Speaker of the House, the House Majority The Senate did little better. I believe the mittee conducted a thorough and exhaustive Leader, the chairman of the Ways and Means public took note of this failure. investigation of Representative Jay Kim of Committee and numerous other senior Mem- H.R. 4975, the legislation narrowly adopted California during 1997 and 1998. While Rep- bers of the House. The investigation ultimately by the House, while addressing lobbying re- resentative Kim pleaded guilty to three mis- resulted in the admonishment of three Repub- form, did not go far enough, and was silent on demeanors in court regarding violations of lican Members, Representative Tom DeLay, reforming the rules that govern the ethics Federal campaign laws, the investigative sub- Representative CANDACE MILLER of Michigan process in the House itself. We had a serious committee charged him with numerous addi- and Representative Nick Smith of Michigan on opportunity to implement comprehensive eth- tional charges, including false statements, im- September 30, 2004. It is important to note ics reform in the House, but we did not take proper gifts, improper financial disclosure and that the committee admonished Representa- advantage of it. an attempt to improperly influence a witness. tive Smith for public statements that threat- The importance the new Congress places In the investigation against another Repub- ened to impugn the integrity of the House and on ethics will define its character. Congress lican, Representative E.G. ‘‘Bud’’ Shuster, for failure to cooperate with the committee in- has the duty to protect the integrity of the insti- while the complaint had been filed in 1996, the vestigation. tution and within that duty, every member Ethics Committee again conducted an exhaus- In summary, during the period of so-called must hold himself accountable for his own ac- tive 4-year investigation into this powerful truce, the committee self-initiated serious in- tions as well as those of our colleagues. I also committee chairman, often working directly vestigations. To me, this demonstrates not a recommend that once members on the Ethics with the Department of Justice, which resulted truce, but a return to a committee dedicated to Committee are appointed, the leadership in Representative Shuster being cited for ‘‘se- the investigation of serious matters in a non- should stay out of the ethics process. rious official misconduct.’’ partisan way. As an additional note, during the I further urge the new Congress to use a A third investigation, involving Democratic 108th Congress, the committee noted it either different process than used in January 2005 to Representative CORRINE BROWN of Florida, commenced or carried over 10 investigations adopt the new ethics rules for the House. We which was self-initiated by the committee, did from the 107th Congress. have done a great disservice to ourselves by not result in any charges, but the committee From 1997, when I served my first term until injecting partisanship in the ethics process and noted her actions demonstrated poor judgment 2004 while serving my last, we as a com- the consequences of that vote show in the and ‘‘created substantial concerns regard- mittee gave mostly unanimous or overwhelm- form of stalemate during most of the last Con- ing. . . appearance of impropriety and the ingly bipartisan conclusions. The committee gress. It is my hope that a real analysis of the reputation of the House.’’ worked. Deadlock never reared its ugly head. rules is undertaken when deciding on Also during the period of so-called ‘‘truce,’’ Partisanship was left at the door. And careful changes. the Ethics Committee self-initiated a second deliberation carried us to our conclusions. Based on my experience on the Ethics investigation against a Democrat, Representa- This was true even with the diverse nature Committee, I, along with Representative tive Earl Hilliard of Alabama, in 1999. In 2001, of the committee’s membership. While I HULSHOF, have suggested reforms to the Representative Hilliard admitted ‘‘serious offi- served on the committee the chairmen were House ethics procedure that were not included cial misconduct.’’ from Utah, Texas and Colorado and the rank- in H.R. 4975. Our bill, H.R. 4988, did three In 2001, the committee received the one ing minority members were from California things the passed legislation does not. Our complaint filed against a Member during this and West Virginia. Members of the committee proposal gave the Ethics Committee broader period. On July 16, 2001, Representative were from Ohio, Washington, Arkansas, Illi- subpoena power during informal investiga- Peter Deutsch of Florida filed a complaint nois, Minnesota, Arizona, Michigan, Pennsyl- tions, which is when the key decision is made against Representative STEVE BUYER of Indi- vania, Missouri, Texas and California. We had whether to fully investigate a potential viola- ana, alleging improper use of official resources lawyers, non-lawyers, former judges, former tion. Our bill would strengthen the independ- for political purposes. The committee unani- prosecutors, former defense counsels, busi- ence of the chairman and ranking member by mously dismissed the complaint on August 1, nessmen, big-city members and members giving them presumptive 6-year terms like 2001. from rural America. We also had liberals and other chairmen. And our bill would strengthen On April 11, 2001, Representative James conservatives. Still, almost every decision was the independence of the Ethics Committee Traficant of Ohio was convicted in Federal unanimous and every decision was non- staff by making this a career office, like the court of conspiracy to violate Federal bribery partisan. Parliamentarians office, yet with the account- and gratuities statutes, receipt of an illegal This past Congress was noted for scandal, ability all staff should have. gratuity, obstruction of justice, defrauding the further emphasizing the need for a strong eth- The House should also consider the ear- Government, racketeering and tax evasion. ics process in the House. While ultimately the mark reform adopted late in the 109th Con- The committee self-initiated an investigation criminal justice system and the voters ad- gress. We need more accountability and trans- and after a 3-day public hearing, rec- dressed most of these cases, the lack of a parency in the appropriations process. ommended expulsion. On July 24, 2002, the functioning Ethics Committee during most of Another unnecessary and unfortunate act by House voted to expel Representative Trafi- this Congress was glaring. At a time when leadership during this past Congress was the cant. The peer review process contemplated Representative Tom DeLay of Texas was in- replacement of two very good members of the by the Constitution was truly in play during this dicted and Representatives Duke Cunningham committee before the end of their terms. One process, as a very close friend of Representa- of California and Bob Ney of Ohio were con- of them had chaired an investigative sub- tive Traficant served on the Ethics Committee victed of bribery, the Ethics Committee was committee that recommended the admonish- during this period and felt duty-bound to cast not functioning. This was also the period of ment of Representative Tom DeLay, the ma- a vote to expel his friend. This member, a the Abramoff scandal and the search warrant jority leader, and both had participated in sub- former county prosecutor and defense coun- of Representative William Jefferson of Louisi- sequent committee admonishments of Rep- sel, while voting to expel Representative Trafi- ana’s office. Only at the end of the Congress resentative Delay. This gave the appearance cant, ensured the committee held meticulously was the committee able to effectively inves- and in my opinion, the reality of retribution. to its rules and afforded the respondent every tigate allegations involving former Representa- They, I believe, were being punished for doing ounce of due process mandated by the com- tive Mark Foley of Florida. An ongoing inves- the right thing.

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One of the reforms instituted shoulders. nois, Representative HULSHOF, Representative in 1997 was the requirement that the com- The key provision in the Code of Official LATOURETTE, former Representative Rob mittee staff be assembled and retained as a Conduct adopted by the House in 1968, is Portman of Ohio, former Representative Asa professional, nonpartisan staff. From 1997 House Rule 23, clause 1. It states, ‘‘a Mem- Hutchinson of Arkansas, Representative through 2005, the committee started the proc- ber, officer, or employee of the House of Rep- TUBBS JONES, Representative GENE GREEN of ess of developing an independent, career resentatives shall conduct himself at all times Texas, Representative LUCILLE ROYBALL AL- staff. Many of the staff hired during that period in a manner which shall reflect creditably on LARD of California, Representative MIKE DOYLE of time were hired from off the Hill, including the House of Representatives.’’ Combined of Pennsylvania, Representative MARTIN SABO several with backgrounds at the Department of with House Rule 23, clause 2, which man- of Minnesota, and Representative ED PASTOR Justice, the U.S. Attorney’s office for the Dis- dates Members to ‘‘adhere to the spirit and of Arizona. In particular I want to thank Rep- trict of Columbia, the Federal Election Com- letter of the Rules of the House,’’ these two resentative ZOE LOFGREN of California, who mission, the District of Colombia Bar Associa- rules have the practical effect of allowing served as the ranking minority on the Shuster tion, and related agencies. While the staff of Members to judge using the current standards investigative subcommittee and came back to the committee has to have a strong under- of the House. While subjective, the standard is serve on the investigative subcommittee for standing of how Congress works, I think it was certainly one that every member should be Representative Traficant. Finally, I must thank a good tradition to include on the staff non- able to meet. It needs to be subjective be- the two distinguished ranking minority mem- political career attorneys who are able to step cause what the House considers to be inap- bers I served with, Representative HOWARD back from the intense political nature most propriate conduct changes over time. For ex- BERMAN of California and Representative ALAN congressional staff bring to their positions. In ample, in the 1980’s two Members were MOLLOHAN of West Virginia. Each served with February 2005, the incoming chairman re- censored for sexual conduct with pages. I be- honor during difficult times and each never moved the committee’s chief counsel and a lieve that a Member found to have committed acted or mentioned a partisan issue to me member of the nonpartisan investigative staff. the same conduct in the current Congress while we were involved in committee matters. These actions, in my opinion violated the spirit would be expelled. I also want to thank the fine professional and tradition of the Ethics Committee’s charge Another component of standards of conduct staff of the Ethics Committee. Starting with Jo- to assemble staff in a professional and non- used to judge Members is the appearance anne White, our administrative assistant who partisan way. I hope the incoming leadership standard that has been used by the Ethics insured the committee functioned so effi- of the committee sees fit to return to the tradi- Committee with increasing frequency in recent ciently; other assistants Christine Stevens, tion of an independent and nonpartisan staff. Congresses. Based on rule 23, clause 1 and Sean Kelley, Preston Johnson, Peter Johnson, Turning to reform proposals again, one idea other standards of conduct, the committee has and Amelia Snider; our counsels Kenneth that is repeatedly suggested by many is the long cautioned members ‘‘to avoid situations Kellner, Bernadette Sargeant, John concept of an ethics commission or an ethics in which even an inference might be drawn Sassaman, Reed Slack, Susan Pohl, Stacey counsel. Some describe the office as an inde- suggesting improper action.’’ The primary con- Duffey, Peter van Hartesfeldt, Susan Olson, pendent office of public integrity. As noted by cern regarding the appearance of misconduct and Carol Dixon. Special thanks goes to Rep- Ornstein and Mann in their book, ‘‘The Broken is that it undermines public confidence in the resentative BERMAN’s counsel Bari Schwartz integrity of the House. The committee has Branch,’’ the ethics bills passed in 2006 failed and Representative MOLLOHAN’s assistant, to include adequate enforcement mechanisms. specifically endorsed a rule by the Senate Se- Colleen McCarty. The committee was further These proposals are one way to fill this gap. lect Committee on Ethics directing that Sen- assisted by two distinguished chief counsels ators should avoid the appearance that cam- Another way, is to strengthen the Ethics Com- during this period, Robert Walker and John paign contributors receive special access and mittee itself. Under these proposals an outside Vargo. Finally, I want to thank my two coun- instructed that members of the House should group of non- members, most likely former sel’s while I was chairman, Virginia Johnson adhere to the same rule with regard of official members or retired judges or other ‘‘wise and Paul Lewis. Rob Walker and Virginia access. In 1989, the Bipartisan Task Force on men’’ of some sort, would either make rec- Ethics articulated the concern that gifts to Johnson provided vital support and assistance ommendations to the Ethics Committee or ac- Members may create an appearance of impro- during the Traficant matter and John Vargo tually conduct investigations for the Ethics priety that may undermine the public’s faith in and Paul Lewis did the same during the com- Committee. Certainly the names mentioned for government. The Ethics Committee has cited plaint filed against Representative DeLay at these positions are the sort of people who this concern in both the Ethics Manual and its the end of my tenure. When I began my service in this House 20 would be fair and nonpartisan. Similar proce- Gift and Travel Booklet and members were years ago, I never thought I would serve on dures are used by the House of Commons in publicly sanctioned or cautioned under this the Ethics Committee. I certainly never London and by the Kentucky and Florida legis- standard in 2004, 2000, 1996, and 1995. Any latures here in the United States. I have given judgment of a Member under the appearance thought I would serve as its chairman. Yet, I this concept great thought. While I believe standard can only be done by another Mem- now believe it is my duty to speak to you one there is some merit to having a system where ber of the House. It would not be fair or right last time regarding ethics. Ethics advice in this conduct is judged by officials who are re- to have outsiders, even former members, House must be fair, impartial, and non- moved from the political process, thus remov- judging a current Member for the appearance partisan. Ethics reform in this House must be ing the temptation of partisanship from the of their actions. fair, impartial, and bipartisan. Ethics enforce- ethics process, I am not convinced we need to Finally, as Senator Douglas stated so long ment in this House must be fair, impartial and do this. While peer review is extraordinarily ago, and many colleagues and commentators bipartisan. The leadership of both parties difficult, in fact one of the most difficult duties have echoed since, we must clean up cam- should keep their hands off the ethics process I faced as a Member of Congress, I think only paign financing. Thus, I introduced a bill in this once the rules are adopted and the members an internal policing system using fellow mem- Congress to ban leadership PACs. Watching are assigned to the Ethics Committee. I hope bers judging the ethical conduct of members our prospective committee leaders scramble a strong ethics reform package is passed on of the House is important. I believe this for two for money in order to buy their positions de- the first day of this new Congress. But we reasons. First, the Constitution requires it. means all of us. Fundraising is also nearly a must do more. I urge the next Congress on Second, I believe it is important for fellow full time job for many members of both parties. the first day to also establish a bipartisan task members to decide whether House rules have Lobbyists, the backbone of the process, are force to draw on proposals adopted on that been violated and whether a specific act of even tired of the obligation, the requirement, first day but to do more and to do better. The conduct is appropriate or not. The Justice De- of giving, giving, giving to the politicians. The work of the 1997 Bipartisan Ethics Reform partment is the external mechanism when question of impropriety can not help but be Task Force is instructive on how major laws have been broken. raised when the amount of money solicited changes in the ethics rule should be made. The source of the power of the committee to and poured into other’s campaigns determines The task force labored on its recommenda- recommend and the House to impose sanc- whether a Member attains a leadership posi- tions for 4 months, taking testimony from tions on the conduct of members is in the tion or committee chairmanship. Money cannot House Members and outside experts in public Constitution, which provides that each House be the price of admission into leadership. hearings as well as executive session. It is may ‘‘punish its Members for disorderly behav- In concluding, I want to thank the Members evident from the task force’s final report that it ior, and, with the concurrence of two thirds, of the House of Representative who served spent hours and days in studying, discussing

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Mr. Speaker, on December resentative Wright, described our Capital as 1, communities around the world came to- H.R. 1176, NONPROFIT ATHLETIC the grandest building in this Nation. I believe gether to remember AIDS’ more than 25 mil- ORGANIZATION PROTECTION ACT our grandest building should also be a cathe- lion victims and to renew our commitment to OF 2006 dral. A cathedral of integrity. Senator Douglas the 40 million people currently living with HIV/ urged each member of Congress to consider AIDS. SPEECH OF the need for a deeper set of moral values. I The 19th annual World AIDS Day was both HON. BRAD SHERMAN ask each of my colleagues and the incoming an opportunity to reflect on the progress we’ve Members of the House to consider the same. OF CALIFORNIA made combating this illness and a reminder of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all of the obstacles we must still overcome. f Since 1981, our battle to combat the myths Tuesday, December 5, 2006 associated with AIDS, the discrimination Mr. SHERMAN. Madam Speaker, today HONORING THE SERVICE AND against people infected with HIV, and the virus H.R. 1176, the Nonprofit Athletic Organization RETIREMENT OF MIKE LYNCH and disease themselves have all improved. Protection Act of 2006, was brought to the However, AIDS continues to devastate every floor on the suspension calendar. The suspen- region of the world as 6,000 people, half of sion process should only be used for bills that HON. BART GORDON which are between 15 and 24 years old, be- are non-controversial. The Republican leader- OF TENNESSEE come infected with HIV every day. ship has once again abused the suspension This year alone, almost 3 million people calendar in order to limit debate on divisive IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have died from AIDS, while more than 4 mil- issues. Accordingly, I will not vote to suspend Thursday, December 7, 2006 lion more were infected with HIV. In Sub-Sa- the rules. haran Africa, 12 million children have been or- f Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to phaned as a result of AIDS. In California, recognize a valued staff member—Mike 56,000 people are currently living with AIDS, DOWNINGTOWN WEST HIGH Lynch—who retired this month from the House making up 14% of our nation’s total AIDS pop- SCHOOL GIRLS SOCCER TEAM Science Committee. As one of our Committee ulation. The AIDS pandemic has become so 2006 PIAA CHAMPIONS Counsels, Mike’s legal and parliamentary ex- widespread in our country that it is thought to pertise touched many offices and issue areas have killed more than ten times the number of HON. JIM GERLACH during his tenure. American soldiers killed in Vietnam. We can- OF PENNSYLVANIA He was a dedicated and long-serving House not afford to turn a blind eye as this disease IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES staffer. Prior to joining the Committee, Mike takes its toll on the American public. We must do more to address this global Thursday, December 7, 2006 served in the U. S. House of Representatives health crisis. Congress must increase its aid Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to from 1977–1994 in several counsel positions. for treatment and educational programs to honor the Downingtown West High School Most notably, he was the Staff Director and countries burdened by catastrophically high in- Girls Soccer Team for their recent 2–0 victory Chief Counsel to the Subcommittee on Ac- fection rates. The U.S. must support and im- over the Moon Township High School to win counts of the Committee on House Adminis- plement programs that increase the public’s their second Girls Soccer PIAA Class AAA tration from 1985–1993. In each position, Mike knowledge about proper ways to protect Championship in three years. If fact, this was honed his legislative skills to become a re- against HIV transmission. More people must the same score that Downingtown beat Moon spected and much sought after Committee get tested and more people must receive Township in 2004 to become Pennsylvania Counsel. treatment. Each year World AIDS Day is a State Champions. As the Science Committee Democrats’ prin- wake-up call to the reality that we cannot be The Downingtown West Whippets were led cipal liaison with the Parliamentarian, Rules complacent with our accomplishments com- by five seniors: Colleen Flanagan, Katelyn Committee and Leadership on parliamentary bating AIDS because so much more needs to Capps, Amber Werner, Christine Thurwanger and legislative process issues, Mike’s role was be done. and Sarah Halpin. This group of seniors an important one. His mastery of the rules and That’s why I have consistently supported boasts three District 1 titles and one Ches- procedures of the House and his advice to measures to help poor nations get the medi- Mont League title in four years. Members and staff on legal and legislative cines they need to fight AIDS, and have also The Whippets played the championship issues before the Committee were vital. No joined efforts to fight for more funding for the game against Moon Township in Hershey, one worked harder than Mike did to protect Global Fund. We work to improve the care Pennsylvania, and managed to shut out the the prerogatives of Members, the Committee available to HIV/AIDS patients while ensuring opposition with their determined and aggres- and the Congress. that socioeconomic status does not limit a per- sive play. He loved this institution and that love was son’s access to life-saving treatments. Addi- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join evident in his work each and every day. With- tionally, it is essential that we continue to ade- me today in honoring all of the players, coach- out fail, his careful analysis of legal issues and quately fund the Ryan White CARE Act, which es, and supporting staff of the 2006 sound judgment in rendering opinions and ad- helps cities, states, and local community- Downingtown West Girls Soccer Team. The vice resulted in astute answers for the Com- based organizations provide services to HIV- skill, hard work, and commitment to excellence mittee. He also took great pride in mentoring positive individuals who otherwise couldn’t af- by the entire team led to this spectacular ath- junior Committee counsels and in explaining ford medication, transportation, food or hous- letic achievement. Their display of character the intricacies of Committee procedure. ing. The time and effort Congress spends on and sportsmanship brings honor to implementing programs that deal with HIV pre- Downingtown West High School and the entire Mike will be missed by many, but we all un- vention, treatment, education, and support community. derstand that his retirement now clears his must be in line with the true priorities of the The team is comprised of: Katie Bauer, calendar for his other great passions in life— American people. In that respect, we still have Hallie Berger, Jessicca Bourroughs, Rae Brad- travel and sports, particularly rooting for Notre a lot of work to do. ley, Laura Call, Katelyn Capps, Sarah Dame and the New York Yankees. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate Cardamone, Bridget Coleman, Christie Coper, The Science Committee’s Members and World AIDS Day because I believe we must Nicole Dankanich, Madison Davenport, Brynn staff wish him well as he moves on to new en- take this opportunity to honor our commitment Evans, Emily Fenimore, Colleen Flanagan, deavors and a relaxing retirement. Thank you, to those who have struggled with and continue Laura Flanagan, Kelsea Fortino, Sarah Halpin, Mike, for your many years of dedicated and to fight against this destructive disease. As we Brittney Hamil, Ashley Harrington, Devan loyal service. work to improve HIV/AIDS prevention and Hibbs, Alyssa Johnson, Michelle LaBricciosa,

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.074 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2167 Amanda Marino, Stephaine Myers, Morgan am greatly troubled by the actions taken ty Clerk’s Office in 1960, full-time in 1961 and Obendorfer, Kelly Peterson, Jenny Schleinitz, against this peaceful religious community, was elected as Hamilton County Clerk in Katie Schneider, Courtney Sicinski, Jamie which is reminiscent of the ‘‘bad old days.’’ 1974. She will retire December I, 2006 after Tabor, Christine Thurwanger, Tori Viscuso, On November 21, 13 Hare Krishna homes 46 years of service. Amber Werner, Christie Werner, Lauren Wil- were destroyed in the Sri Vrindavan Dham For the past 46 years, Lovella has greeted son, Courtney Wylie, Head Coach Rob Smith, commune in the village of Seleksia, 25 miles not only me, but also the citizens of Hamilton Assistant Coaches Kelly Cross, Wes Davis, from Almaty. Orders to bulldoze the homes re- County, with a smile as they entered her office Meredith Markle, and Mary Schanne, and Ath- portedly came from the Karasai District Court, to conduct business. Her friendly and cour- letic Trainers Joe Iezzi and Jessica Korn. giving the residents only 24–hours notice to teous service will be missed. It is with grati- f gather all their possessions. When the bull- tude that I thank her for her service and con- dozers arrived, they came under the escort gratulate her on retirement. I wish Lovella all CONDEMNING IRAN’S COMMIT- and supervision of riot police. The belongings the best in the years to come. MENT TO HOLD INTERNATIONAL of some who refused to leave were thrown out f HOLOCAUST DENIAL CON- in the snow, and their furniture and larger FERENCE household items taken away to be destroyed. COMMENDING THE IRAQ STUDY Families were left without a home and many GROUP SPEECH OF others left without water and electricity in the HON. GEORGE MILLER cold of winter. HON. FRANK R. WOLF OF CALIFORNIA More damage could still be done—53 more OF VIRGINIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES homes (one of which houses a temple) could IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES be demolished and their 116-acre communal Wednesday, December 6, 2006 Thursday, December 7, 2006 farm could be seized. Making this outrage all Mr. GEORGE MILLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise the more disturbing, the Karasai District Court Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise to commend in support of the bill H. Res. 1091, to con- reportedly announced that it will charge the the members of the Iraq Study Group and to demn Iran’s commitment to hold an inter- community for the demolition expenses! I ap- thank them for their dedication and service to national Holocaust-denial conference. preciate the strong statement issued by the our country. Recent reports that the Iranian government U.S. Embassy in Astana urging Karasai district I have been to Iraq three times, the first two is sponsoring a Holocaust-denial conference authorities to ‘‘refrain from any further aggres- times without military escort. I traveled all over are deeply disturbing and offensive. sive actions.’’ the country. Upon my return I called for the Over the course of the last year, the tirades The conflict over the commune has steadily creation of a high level, bipartisan panel to and actions of Iranian President Mahmoud intensified since a regional court ruled in take an honest assessment of the situation in Ahmadinejad and the Iranian government March to confiscate the farm without com- Iraq. To look forward, not back, and to report have included calling the Holocaust a myth pensation. A special government commission its findings to the American people. and holding an international contest for car- was established in response to international On March 15, this bipartisan Iraq Study toons about the Nazi genocide. President criticism to negotiate with the Hare Krishnas, Group was established with co-chairmen Ahmadinejad has also called for Israel to be but this process was short-circuited when the former Secretary of State James Baker and ‘‘wiped off the map,’’ and his anti-Semitic rhet- bulldozers revved up. Authorities justify these former Congressman Lee Hamilton, who co- oric and this conference are clearly part of an heartless actions by citing legal problems with chaired the 9/11 Commission, leading the 10- ongoing campaign to attack the Jewish people the purchase of the farm by Hare Krishnas in member panel—five Democrats and five Re- and Israel by any possible means. 1999, but most observers believe this is noth- publicans. Because of the importance of their We live in a time in world history when we ing more than a land grab dressed up as a task in finding consensus on assessing the desperately need increased cooperation and legal proceeding. way forward in Iraq, at that time, I said it was understanding between nations and peoples in Despite Kazakhstan’s positive reputation for important to have as members of the group order to help reduce, not exacerbate, hos- religious tolerance, I have been concerned by people who loved their country more than their tilities and tensions that can lead to deadly governmental actions against minority religious political party. conflict. communities, such as the heavy fines (and The group undertook a serious, bipartisan, There is no place for these state-sponsored sometimes arrests) during the past six months forward-looking assessment of the current and anti-Israel and anti-Semitic provocations. And against Baptist ministers representing unregis- prospective situation on the ground in Iraq and there is no justification, of course, for a con- tered congregations. Also worrisome are in- its impact on the surrounding region, and its ference on whether or not the Holocaust ever creasingly harsh government policies toward consequences on U.S. interests. It focused on occurred. We all know that it did. To suggest Muslims who practice their faith independent political, military, security and reconstruction in otherwise is a repugnant and inflammatory ac- of the government-controlled Muftiate. While Iraq. tion that is deeply disturbing to the Jewish President Nazarbayev’s initiative to bring world In addition to co-chairs, the study group people and to all people who had to endure religions together to promote tolerance is laud- members were former U.S. Attorney General the atrocities of World War II and all geno- able, his government’s harsh treatment of Ed Meese, former Clinton Administration ad- cides that have occurred before and since. small and independent groups displays a sad viser Vernon Jordan, former Clinton Adminis- I join my colleagues and the world commu- absence of tolerance. tration chief of staff Leon Panetta, former De- nity in rejecting and denouncing this effort to In short, I do not believe these actions befit fense Secretary William Perry, former Virginia fan the flames of hatred. a country that would be a leader of nations. I Senator Chuck Robb, former Wyoming Sen- f urge President Nazarbayev and the Govern- ator Alan Simpson, former Supreme Court ment of Kazakhstan to end these practices, Justice Sandra Day O’Connor and former Sec- RELIGIOUS COMMUNITY withdraw the court cases to seize the Hare retary of State Lawrence Eagleburger. The BULLDOZED IN KAZAKHSTAN Krishnas’ land, and ensure that all individuals group traveled to Iraq, and met with hundreds are compensated for their lost property. of experts. Yesterday the Iraq Study Group released its HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH f OF NEW JERSEY much anticipated report on how we as a coun- TRIBUTE TO LOVELLA CRADDOCK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES try can come together and move forward on Iraq. The report is a tough assessment of the Thursday, December 7, 2006 HON. JOHN SHIMKUS current situation in Iraq and a blueprint for Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, OF ILLINOIS moving forward. Not everyone will agree with today I express my deep concern about the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES every recommendation contained in the report, destruction of thirteen homes in a Hare but it should be given full consideration by the Krishna commune outside of Almaty, Thursday, December 7, 2006 administration, the Congress, and equally im- Kazakhstan. It is a saddening development Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to portant, the American people. Rarely do we considering that Kazakhstan is a participating honor Lovella Craddock of McLeansboro, Illi- see a report that has the full consensus of state in the Organization for Security and Co- nois for her many years of service to the citi- such distinguished Americans, men and operation in Europe and has been vigorously zens of Hamilton County, Illinois. Lovella women of honesty and integrity. I thank them pursuing a bid to chair the OSCE in 2009. I began working part-time in the Hamilton Coun- for their service and a job well done.

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A special TIONAL RECREATION AREA ES- Bend Area would be developed in consultation thanks goes to my chief of staff, Dan TABLISHMENT ACT OF 2006 with the public and proceeds would be rein- Scandling, who accompanied me on my trips vested in local recreation and safety facilities. to Iraq and served as photographer and writer HON. WALLY HERGER Local involvement and participation is also for the trip reports. OF CALIFORNIA required in the bill. The legislation would es- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tablish an ‘‘Advisory Council’’ to ensure that Thursday, December 7, 2006 the ideas and concerns of local citizens are in- HONORING THE LIFE OF ARNOLD corporated into a management plan for the ‘‘RED’’ AUERBACH Mr. HERGER. Mr. Speaker, today I am in- area. The Advisory Council would be ap- troducing the Sacramento River National pointed by locally elected officials, and would SPEECH OF Recreation Area Establishment Act of 2006. consist of concerned citizens representing di- HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON This bill was drafted with the direct input verse backgrounds and viewpoints. And to en- OF ILLINOIS and involvement of locally elected leaders in sure that everyone in the community has a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tehama County, California. It is the product of chance to participate in the drafting of the a citizen-led initiative. Written exchanges, Wednesday, December 6, 2006 management plan for the Bend Area, each phone calls, meetings, and an on-site visit meeting of the Advisory Council will be open Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise were all part of the process that has led up to to public observation and involvement. This today in honor of Arnold ‘‘Red’’ Auerbach, the today. important provision will ensure transparency legendary coach, general manager, and presi- On two separate occasions the Tehama without the unnecessary paperwork burdens dent of the Boston Celtics. Red was the archi- County Board of Supervisors endorsed the and expense associated with the Federal Ad- tect and mastermind of one of the most domi- concept of creating a National Recreation visory Committee Act. nant franchises in professional sports history. Area at the Sacramento River Bend, including, Finally, Mr. Speaker, this bill protects private He coached the Celtics from 1950 to 1966, most recently, a unanimous endorsement of property rights. Local officials carefully drew and during his tenure the franchise won nine this specific legislation, which was passed on the recreation area boundaries so as not to in- NBA titles, including eight straight from 1959 December 6, 2006. The Shasta County Board clude private land. In addition, language was to 1966—the longest string of championships of Supervisors and the City of Redding, Cali- developed to ensure that landowners adjacent in the history of North American professional fornia both have formally expressed support to the new recreation area are guaranteed full sports. His historic coaching career ended in for the creation of a recreation area at the access to their property, and that efforts to im- 1966 with 938 regular season victories, a Bend Area. Various constituents and organiza- prove or enhance such access are not limited record that stood until Lenny Wilkins broke it tions have done so as well. in any way by this legislation. Existing water in the 1994–95 season and 9 championship Local officials expressed support for a na- rights holders are also protected under this rings, an amount only matched by the current tional designation that focused on recreation bill, as it plainly denies authority to the federal Los Angeles Lakers coach Phil Jackson. and respected the nearby communities’ goals government to acquire water rights to further Auerbach was revered for his unique ability and priorities. They wanted a designation to the purposes and needs of the recreation to scout and recognize talent. Throughout his build on existing popular outdoors opportuni- area. Lastly, livestock grazing, which is very time as a coach and in the front office he en- ties, such as horseback riding, hunting, fish- important to the area I represent, is protected gineered some of the most historic trades and ing, and hiking. They wanted management of in this bill. Local officials supporting the legis- draft selections in NBA history. One of the the land to attract tourists to the area in order lation were clear: the right to continue to graze most notable was in the 1956 NBA Draft when to help the local economy. And they wanted to cattle in this area needs to be preserved. the franchise traded up to the second pick in make sure that neighboring landowners and Mr. Speaker, it has been a great pleasure the draft and selected Future Hall of Famer land uses were protected in the process. It for me to work with local officials and con- Bill Russell from the University of San Fran- was argued that a national designation for the cerned citizens to develop this legislation. But cisco. Also, while in the Celtic’s front office, Bend Area should be a ‘‘win-win’’ for everyone our work is not over. In my view, you can Auerbach assembled arguably the greatest in the community. Mr. Speaker, I’m pleased to never have too much local participation. Initia- front line in NBA history when he drafted Larry say that this legislation accomplishes this im- tives like this one succeed not because they Bird in 1978 as a ‘‘junior eligible’’ selection portant priority. were created in Congress or by national inter- and then in 1980 worked out a deal that In carrying out the wishes of local officials, est groups. They succeed because they are brought Robert Parish to the team and al- the Sacramento River National Recreation the product of an on-the-ground effort, led by lowed the franchise to draft Kevin McHale out Area Establishment Act of 2006 focuses on those who live near and are the most familiar of the University of Minnesota. All three play- three important local priorities: recreation, with this special area. I look forward to con- ers are now members of the NBA Hall of community involvement, and landowner pro- tinuing to work with my constituents who have Fame and became the nucleus that led the tection. been involved in this legislation to this point, Celtics to 3 world Championships in the The bill directs the BLM to manage the and urge anyone else with an interest to par- 1980’s. Bend Area in a manner that encourages and ticipate to do so. Auerbach’s influence on the game went be- promotes public recreation. The bill lists, at a This legislation is introduced in the spirit of yond the numerous victories and champion- minimum, sixteen separate recreational activi- local involvement and cooperation. It has been ships; he also was a pioneer in advancing ties that are to occur and be enhanced for carefully written based on local needs and is race equality within the NBA. In 1950, the public enjoyment of the recreation area and, in worthy of the consideration and support of my Celtics franchise selected Chuck Cooper of turn, help create new economic opportunities colleagues in the House. Duquesne University in the second round as for local businesses. Specific language is also f the first black player to ever be selected in the included to ensure that this popular destination NBA Draft. In addition during the 1963–64 point for deer, wild turkey, dove, and pheasant TRIBUTE TO GONZALES FAMILY season, Auerbach’s starting line up of Bill hunting, and trophy-sized rainbow trout and Russell, K.C. Jones, Sam Jones, Tom Sand- salmon fishing remain open and accessible to HON. TOM UDALL ers, and Willie Naulls became the first all the public. OF NEW MEXICO black starting line up in NBA history. And fi- The bill also authorizes the Secretary to de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nally upon his retirement in 1966, Auerbach velop recreation related facilities, such as new chose Bill Russell to succeed him as the trails, restrooms, parking areas, and camp- Thursday, December 7, 2006 coach of the Boston Celtics becoming the first grounds, all of which will help make experi- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I African American to coach an American pro- encing the Bend Area more enjoyable for rise today to honor the memory of a family re- fessional sports team. Northstate families. Additionally, the bill clearly cently devastated by a tragic drunk driving ac- Please join me in recognizing this American states that no fees for same-day use or ac- cident. On Saturday, November 11, Paul legend, his contributions to both the game of cess to the recreation area may be charged Gonzales, Renee Collins-Gonzales, and their

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.081 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2169 daughters, Alisha Garcia, Jacquelynn Gon- In recent years, New Mexico has taken RECOGNIZING TAFT COMMUNITY zalez, and Selena Gonzales were killed in a many strides to curb drunk driving accidents COLLEGE’S ‘‘TRANSITION TO horrific accident. Arissa Garcia, Renee’s throughout the State. In fact, recent figures INDEPENDENT LIVING PRO- daughter, survived the terrible crash. have shown an 11 percent decrease in drunk GRAM’’ FOR YOUNG AUTISTIC Paul was the co-owner of a small family- driving accidents in the past year. However, ADULTS owned business in Las Vegas, New Mexico, a this tragedy shows that even one drunk driver town he had lived in his whole life. Paul was is one too many. HON. DAN BURTON well-known throughout his home town, espe- We all have our own horror stories of how OF INDIANA cially as a strong supporter of youth sports our constituents have been affected by drunk IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and academics. A graduate of Robertson High driving accidents. Let’s commit ourselves Thursday, December 7, 2006 School, he was continually involved in fund- today to taking the necessary steps to truly at- raising events for the high schools in the area. tack this problem. I intend to work with local, Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, as a He was extremely active with the Robertson State, and federal officials, as well as the fam- Member of this House who has long voiced band and football team, even designing the ilies of the victims of this horrific crash and concerns about the lack of concerted federal 2006 District Championship t-shirts for the others that have been impacted by drunk driv- action to deal with the growing epidemic of au- school. Extremely civic-minded, Paul was a ing to continue to attack this problem. We can tism in this country, I was very encouraged by member of the Las Vegas Fiesta Council and only defeat this problem if we all work to- yesterday’s passage of the ‘‘Combating Au- spent some of his spare time helping to re- gether. tism Act.’’ store historical buildings. Although I believe that we missed an oppor- Renee, Paul’s wife, was also a lifelong resi- f tunity in this bill to resolve the problem of mer- dent of Las Vegas. Renee spent her life caring cury in vaccines and its connection to autism, PROPOSED RULE REGARDING THE for others, as a nurse at the hospital and in there is no denying that the Combating Autism MEDICARE PROGRAM AND REVI- the West Las Vegas School System. Looking Act represents a long overdue and significant SIONS TO PAYMENT POLICIES to increase her education, she was finishing expansion of the federal government’s re- her master’s degree in nursing and was work- sponse to the autism epidemic. The bill com- ing towards becoming a nurse practitioner. HON. LUIS FORTUN˜O mits an unprecedented $945 million in federal Renee was extremely devoted to her family OF PUERTO RICO funds over five years to combating autism and always found the time to spend with each IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES through research, screening, better interven- tions and education efforts. one of them. Thursday, December 7, 2006 Alisha, seventeen years old, was Renee’s But we should be under no illusion that the ˜ daughter and Paul’s stepdaughter. She was a Mr. FORTUNO. Mr. Speaker, I would like to job is finished. Autism is a condition that has senior at West Las Vegas High School, and express my concern over the proposed rule no known cure, which means that this is a cri- was scheduled to graduate in May 2007. Like put forth earlier this year by the Department of sis that is simply not going to ‘‘go away.’’ her mother, she also was extremely dedicated Health and Human Services regarding the What we have done is realistically only a small to her family and enjoyed her role as the eld- Medicare Program and revisions to payment down payment on the vast resources that we est sister, often putting the needs of her sis- policies under the physician fee schedule for must invest in order to deal with this terrible ters ahead of her own. Alisha was continually calendar year 2007. This rule, as written, scourge. For example, in my own State of In- active, participating in several sports and would have a negative impact on Puerto Rican diana we experienced a 923 percent cumu- music programs, and also learning sign lan- doctors and their patients. While I fully support lative growth rate for autism from 1992–2003. guage. the overall objective of the changes—to en- The annual growth rate of autism in Indiana Jacquelynn, the daughter of Paul and sure that HHS payment systems are updated averaged 27 percent compared to an average Renee, was eleven years old. A fifth grader, to reflect changes in medical practice and the of 7 percent for the growth rate of all disabil- Jacquelynn enjoyed participating in her relative value of services—I am confident that ities. And Indiana’s experience is by no means school’s basketball and soccer teams, and can be achieved without inflicting another unique. In fact, as a Nation we have gone also enjoyed other sports, camping, and fish- harmful financial burden on Puerto Rico. I from roughly 1 case of autism for every ing. She was thoughtful and giving, and en- would support legislative activity that would 10,000 births in the 1980’s to 1 in every 166 joyed spending time with her family. prevent further cuts from taking place. today. Selena, also the daughter of Paul and First, it must be understood that the cost of What this means in practical terms is that Renee, had celebrated her tenth birthday only living in Puerto Rico is at least the same, if not we are now at the beginning of what can be three days before the tragic accident took her higher than in the U.S. mainland. As a matter considered a ‘‘bubble’’ of older children who life. In fourth grade, Selena enjoyed school of fact, the costs of transportation, water, elec- have been diagnosed and treated for autism, and was an honor student. She also enjoyed tric power and housing are all notably higher who now must face the challenges of their dis- participating in sports and was known to be on the Island. These cost differentials were ease in a post-secondary environment and be- daring and to live life to the fullest. Like the not adequately considered in the proposed yond. The ‘‘No Child Left Behind Act’’ has rest of her family, she was considerate, rule. given our schools the tools to do an excellent thoughtful, and brought joy to all those around Under the proposed rule, Puerto Rico would job of providing additional teachers, curriculum her. be forced to assume two large losses. The and individual educational programs for our While we remember these five extraordinary first is on the elimination of the payment floor students with autism. But this assistance is people, we must also show our support for with slightly over a 2 percent cut, plus the cuts largely confined to the K–12 years and for the Arissa, who was the only survivor of the acci- in each of the specialties. Radiology would most part our schools are only just beginning dent. Arissa, who is fifteen, sustained injuries suffer the most, with an average cut of 16 per- to effectively meet the growing learning needs in the accident, but is slowly recuperating and cent. This is an issue that affects doctors, pa- of that age group. We are therefore still woe- is already back in school. tients and ultimately the quality of care that fully ill prepared for the unique problems our The members of this family have touched can be provided to those most in need. I post-secondary young autistic adults will face the lives of all members of the community, as strongly recommend that these proposed re- as they transition from a relatively protected was evident by the thousands of people who ductions be suspended for calendar year learning environment to the demands of our attended their services. I want to recognize 2007, and that the impact of any further floor modern life. We must recognize the plight of the entire community for coming together to reductions be considered thoroughly before these older children with autism and commit show their support to Arissa and her family. I implementation. ourselves to providing the additional resources also want to acknowledge the pledge that stu- As you know, Puerto Ricans are U.S. citi- necessary to deal with their unique problems dents, staff, teachers, friends, and other mem- zens and pay the same Medicare payroll taxes as we have done for younger children with au- bers of the community have made—that they and deductibles as their fellow citizens in the tism. will never drink and drive, that they will not let 50 States. Thus, we must ensure that Medi- Recently, I was privileged to meet with offi- a friend drink and drive, and that they will not care recipients in Puerto Rico have the same cials from Taft Community College, located in get into a vehicle with someone who is intoxi- access to quality health care as those in the Kern County, California. Taft, I am told is one cated. If more people were to take this pledge 50 States, and that health care providers on of only two institutions throughout the country and stick with it, the number of drunk driving the Island receive satisfactory reimbursements currently exploring ways to dealing with this tragedies surely would decrease. for their services. impending crisis. I understand that for the last

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.085 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2170 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 ten years Taft has pioneered a ‘‘Transition to other atrocities committed against civilians. First and foremost is the situation in Independent Living Program’’ (TIL) which pro- Slobodan Milosevic, meanwhile, was com- Kosovo. The pending decisions that will be vides a structured environment for post-sec- fortably entrenched as Serbia’s leader, with made on Kosovo’s status give rise to growing ondary special needs students to successfully Kosovo under his repressive thumb. The situa- expectation as well as apprehension and con- meet the demands of our modern world. Ac- tion was truly bleak. cern. Despite the many debates on larger cording to the statistics compiled by Taft Com- Today, relative calm prevails throughout the issues of sovereignty, territorial integrity, and munity College President, Dr. Roe Darnell, the Balkans region, though simmering tensions self-determination, these decisions should and achievements of these students and graduates and other serious problems could lead to re- will ultimately be judged by whether or not are truly remarkable. I understand that fully 81 newed crisis and conflict, if left unchecked. they lead to improved respect for human percent of the program’s graduates are em- Overcoming the legacy of the past and restor- rights, especially the rights of those people be- ployed and 94 percent live independently. ing dignity and ensuring justice for the victims longing to the Serb, Roma and other minority When you consider that the national employ- will require sustained engagement and vigi- communities in Kosovo. The members of the ment average for all classes of people with a lance. Integrating the countries of the region minority communities deserve to be treated as disability is only 37 percent, these results are into European institutions can advance this people, not as pawns in a fight over territory noteworthy. process. and power. They should be allowed to inte- According to Dr. Darbell, other ‘‘Snapshots Slovenia has become a full-fledged member grate rather than remain isolated, and they of Success’’ include: 93 percent of graduates of both NATO and the European Union. Cro- should not be discouraged from integration receive no financial help; 90 percent of grad- atia is well on its way to similar membership, when opportunities arise. I remain deeply con- uates use public transportation; 95 percent and Macedonia and Albania are making cerned that these issues are not being given have a checking account; 80 percent have a steady progress in the right direction. In a wel- the attention they deserve. Whatever Kosovo savings account. come development, Bosnia-Herzegovina, the becomes, OSCE and other international The Taft Community College curriculum epicenter of bloody carnage and mass dis- human rights standards must apply. teaches life skills and independent living strat- placement in the mid–1990s, was invited last Similarly, there is a need to ensure that jus- egies to its students, with TIL students receiv- week to participate in NATO’s Partnership for tice is vigorously pursued for the victims of Peace Program, along with Serbia and the ing vocational training, ethics training and as- horrendous human rights violations. Condition- newly independent state of Montenegro. sistance in developing sound work habits. A ality on assistance to Serbia, as well as on As a longstanding member and leader of that country’s integration, must remain firmly in moderately size dormitory in the middle of the Helsinki Commission, I want to highlight campus is utilized by Taft Community College place until Belgrade cooperates fully in locat- some of the numerous initiatives we have un- ing at-large indicted war criminals and facili- as a ‘‘laboratory’’ to practice life skills, and dertaken in an attempt to draw attention to de- tating their transfer to the ICTY in The Hague. Taft officials believe that one of the keys to velopments in the Balkans and to influence re- It is an outrage that Ratko Mladic and the success of their TIL program is its empha- lated policy. Since 1995, we have convened Radovan Karadzic remain at large. After refus- sis on residential living. more than 20 hearings on specific aspects of ing to take meaningful action on these cases, Now I understand that the Taft program the region as well as related briefings, legisla- Serbia can not be let off the hook now, but handles high functioning adults with autism, tion, letters, statements and meetings. These should be pressed to comply with its inter- which means that the techniques and skills efforts have been undertaken with an uncom- national obligations. taught to these students may not be com- mon degree of bipartisanship. In this regard, I A related issue is that of missing persons. pletely applicable to young adults, who are particularly want to thank the Commission’s Ten years after Dayton, additional mass more severely autistic, but the pioneering ef- outgoing ranking member, Mr. CARDIN of graves continued to be uncovered, and the forts and achievements of President Darnell, Maryland, for helping to make this a reality. identification of the remains of relatives and his teachers, students and TIL program grad- Among the Commission’s most noteworthy loved ones is important for the survivors of uates should be applauded. accomplishments, I would include garnering past atrocities and their societies. The Com- Programs like those at Taft will not solve the the strong support that contributed to the es- mission recently held a briefing on identifying whole problem of how to deal with the im- tablishment of the International Criminal Tri- remains found in mass graves in Bosnia, and pending boom of autistic adults, but I think it bunal for the former Yugoslavia and pressing I hope that support for determining the fate of is certainly possible that they are a part of the countries to cooperate in bringing those re- missing persons can be further strengthened. solution. I sincerely hope that many of the ap- sponsible for war crimes, crimes against hu- While some progress has been made in proximately 2,000 community colleges around manity and genocide to justice. I would include combating trafficking in persons in the region, the country will also begin to recognize the the change in U.S. policy from relying on all countries there need to intensify their ef- growing educational needs of this underserved Milosevic to implement the Dayton agreement forts to end this modern-day form of slavery. population and explore the idea of adopting to supporting democracy in Serbia as the Political will and adequate resources will be programs like Taft’s TIL, if appropriate, and if long-term and genuine partner in building re- required, including through enhanced efforts not, push the boundaries of what is possible gional peace and stability. by law enforcement and more vigorous pros- for these victims of autism. We have maintained a significant focus on ecution of traffickers while providing protection f elections, encouraging all the countries in the for their victims. region to strive to meet international standards Religious freedoms also remain a cause for SOUTHEASTERN EUROPE: MOVING for free and fair elections as well as referenda. concern. Various laws in the region allegedly FROM ETHNIC CLEANSING AND There has been tremendous progress in this providing for religious freedom do more to re- GENOCIDE TO EURO-ATLANTIC regard. strict this fundamental right by establishing INTEGRATION The Commission’s support for the OSCE, I thresholds for registration, by discriminating believe, has helped the organization’s field ac- against small or new religious groups through HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH tivities in southeastern Europe to be more suc- tiers of recognition with associated privileges OF NEW JERSEY cessful in promoting respect for the human for traditional faiths, and by precluding the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rights and fundamental freedoms of all the sharing of creeds or limiting free speech. These restrictions are particularly burdensome Thursday, December 7, 2006 people, regardless of ethnicity. Finally, on the more controversial policy of NATO’s action to smaller religious groups and can lead to Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, against Serbia in 1999, the Commission stigmatization, harassment, and discrimination when I was appointed chairman of the Helsinki served as a forum to air differing views on the against their members. For instance, Kosovo’s Commission in early 1995, Mr. Speaker, the policy response while finding common ground new religion law singles out certain commu- U.S. foreign policy establishment and its Euro- in addressing the humanitarian crises, docu- nities for special status while failing to address pean counterparts were seized by a genocidal menting human rights abuses and holding how other religious groups can obtain juridical conflict of aggression against Bosnia- human rights violators to account. personality as a religious organization, thereby Herzegovina. Many here in the Congress were Mr. Speaker, while welcoming this progress creating a significant legal void from the start. already deeply involved in bipartisan efforts to in southeastern Europe, I would caution I urge Kosovo authorities to follow the pro- end the conflict by urging a decisive, inter- against complacency as the region faces sig- gressive Albanian system and create a neutral national response under U.S. leadership. I can nificant challenges. Maintaining positive mo- registration system of general applicability. still recall the sense of horror, outrage, and mentum will require much from actors in the Macedonia is considering a draft law now, and shame when the Srebrenica massacre oc- region as well as the international community, I hope authorities will fully adopt the rec- curred and nothing was done to stop it and including the United States. ommendations of the OSCE Panel of Experts

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Mr. Speaker, gambling is ex- bling promoters need to pick education or and ensure the safety of places of worship some other worthy community cause to buy that have in the past been the targets of eth- ploding throughout our country. I am deeply concerned about the impact this is having on their way into our communities or states. nically based violence in Kosovo, Bosnia, Ser- They want us to overlook the fact that the bia and elsewhere. our society. Gambling destroys families and lion’s share of the money goes to them. In Mr. Speaker, concerted efforts by coura- preys on the poor. Ohio, it’s 55 percent. They want us to think Mr. Speaker, I would like to share some geous leaders in the Balkans and elsewhere the money’s not going to the gambling pro- comments from a recent speech delivered by have helped move the region from the edge of moters; they want you to think it’s going to Rev. Tom Grey, national spokesman and field the schools. the abyss to the threshold for a brighter and director for the National Coalition Against Le- Gambling isn’t new money. It’s re-directed more prosperous future. I congratulate the galized Gambling and National Coalition money. It’s trading dollars. Gambling came countries of southeastern Europe on the Against Gambling Expansion. Rev. Grey gave to New Mexico in 1994, and by 1998 the state’s progress achieved thus far and encourage these remarks to the Seventh Annual Com- Secretary of Taxation and Revenue reported roughly $1 to $1.2 billion per year in other them to make further progress to ensure that mercial Real Estate Deal Maker Forum on Oc- all of the people of the region benefit. taxable sales had fallen off the balance tober 24, 2006, in Cleveland, Ohio, as Ohio sheet. Entertainment, retail, restaurants, voters were considering the question on the f and services took huge hits from the casinos, Ohio ballot to legalize casino gambling. The and as a result, paid far less in taxes. The TRIBUTE TO WESTERVELT proposal, which included money allocated for best the economists could say was the econ- CHRISTIAN CHURCH education, was dubbed the ‘‘Earn and Learn’’ omy was playing a ‘zero sum game.’ The ca- initiative. Voters defeated the initiative 57–43 sinos were winning and the other businesses percent on election day, November 7. were losing. HON. JOHN SHIMKUS Is the gambling sales pitch the truth? NO! Tom has worked to bring attention to the OF ILLINOIS No state has gambled itself rich, including harm gambling can bring to families and com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Nevada—a state that should serve as a model munities. Excerpts of Tom Grey’s speech fol- for what a state can produce with gambling. Thursday, December 7, 2006 low: Nevada recently passed the largest tax in- Gambling is like a fungus. If it gets started crease in that state’s history. Republican Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in one region, it tends to spread. We saw this honor the Westervelt Christian Church on the Governor Kenny Guinn told his legislature in happening, and in 1994 we formed, from the his inaugural address, ‘Our revenue system is occasion of its induction into the National Reg- bottom up, a national organization to fight broken because it has relied on regressive ister of Historic Places in February 2006. it. We gathered local and state activists and and unstable taxes.’ (Guinn understands that Westervelt Christian Church celebrated this formed the National Coalition Against Le- when you take money from the citizens to special occasion with a ceremony on October galized Gambling. We started sharing infor- run the government, it’s still taxes, even if 8, 2006. mation and we challenged the spread of gam- you do it with a slot machine.) Guinn told The church was formed in 1921 after the bling at the ballot box. We did that in the his legislature, ‘Implicit in this (gambling) peak of hard times for states. State budgets tax strategy was a belief that the revenues Antioch Church families, living in Westervelt, were upside down all across the country, and felt they were traveling too far for services and from gaming and tourism could keep pace the casinos were pitching gambling as ‘the with our growing and diverse population. Un- desired that a new Christian church be built in force of history, the wave of the future.’ In fortunately, this strategy has failed.’ Westervelt. It is believed that charter members the beginning there were bands playing while Nevada ranks near the bottom in per pupil of the First Christian Church were accepted on governors cut ribbons and welcomed the riv- spending on education, and spends less per October 31, 1921 and that a list of these erboats as economic salvation. The pro- capita on Medicaid than any other state. If members was placed in the cornerstone of the moters declared that gambling was ‘inevi- those two areas don’t concern you, take a church. table,’ but a decade later we now know it look at where Nevada ranks in high school isn’t even desirable. The church, built in classical revival style, dropout rates, teen pregnancy, and children The wave of gambling hit a wall when we living in poverty. If the epicenter of gam- was built during the years of 1921, 1922 and started exposing the product. Key votes in bling can’t gamble itself rich—if the poster- 1923. The lots for the church were donated by Ohio, Rhode Island, Missouri, and Florida child of casino-gunded government can’t bal- E.D. and Alpharetta Kerr and Charles and surprised the gambling promoters. Voters ance the budget, and if the model of slot ma- Minnie Donnel. The architect was Charles turned it down. They burst the balloon of in- chine largesse fails its kids so miserably, Harris and he designed the interior of the evitability. The promoters lost. Ordinary why would Ohio want to follow Nevada on its church to have outstanding acoustics while the citizens were successful. It’s at the ballot downward path? box where we have our best results. They can IS IT FAIR TO ALL CONCERNED? outside of the building was designed to resem- buy legislators with their threats and big The simple truth is that 30 to 50 percent of ble a Greek temple. The building was dedi- campaign contributions, but they can’t buy casino gambling money comes from problem cated on May 6, 1923. To this day, the church elections. still uses the original theater seats, an original Gambling is and always has been an ‘other and pathological gamblers. Can anyone serving table in the basement as well as the side of the tracks business.’ Do you really think of anything more cynical than funding believe that valued lakeside museums and education on the backs of sick and troubled original hanging lights. people? In 1968, the congregation of First Christian gateway sports complexes are enhanced by having a casino next to them? In addition, There are about 400 of you here this morn- Church decided to remove themselves from there are terrible side effects with this prod- ing. If casinos come to town, you can expect the Disciples of Christians Churches. The uct. Read the label. ‘May Cause’—no—‘WILL about 12 of you will become this kind of ad- church formed new articles of incorporation cause addiction, bankruptcy, crime and cor- dicted gambler. You might not steal, but the and changed the name to Westervelt Christian ruption.’ addiction will likely cost you your home, Church, a now independent Christian church. Well, most of you are here this morning be- your savings, your family, and your self re- spect. It could be you, your spouse, your sib- Today, the church has the following mission cause you are business people whose busi- nesses rise with the tide of a flourishing lings, your children. In the end, this addic- statement, ‘‘The mission of the Westervelt tion humiliates formerly great citizens to Christian Church is to exalt and worship Al- Cleveland, the community where you live and do business. Let me use an example from the point of desperation and even suicide. mighty God by living, teaching and preaching one of America’s most admired businessmen Gambling addicts think about suicide more the gospel of His Son and our Savior Jesus from the past named Herb Taylor. than any other addictive group, and they act Christ as revealed to us by His holy word, the For Taylor, a deal wasn’t a good deal un- on those thoughts. Bible.’’ less it was a good deal for everyone. Every Inviting a casino to town is playing Rus- deal, and every major business decision, had sian roulette with your friends and neigh- I am pleased to congratulate Westervelt bors; employees and business partners. At 3 Christian Church on this special occasion. My to pass these four questions, or tests: Is it the truth? percent, which is conservative in a casino prayers are with the church during this special Is it fair to all concerned? town, it would be like giving you a handgun time. May God bless the congregation of Will it build good will and better friend- with 400 chambers, and 12 of them are loaded. Westervelt Christian Church. ships? Are you sure you want to pass that around

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Second, a plu- tional initiative specifically designed to rec- $11,000 each—MINIMUM in ‘externalities.’ rality, 42 percent of adults say casinos have ognize excellence in undergraduate teaching That’s extra costs the society pays for law a negative impact on their communities, and mentoring. enforcement, incarcerations, lost worker while only about a third, 34 percent, say ca- Professor Felice was recognized on Novem- productivity, divorce, health care and the sinos have a positive impact. Third, and ber 16, 2006 in a Washington, D.C. awards like. Gambling isn’t entertainment like most revealing, the study found that only 23 ceremony along with professors from 43 shopping or the movies. It always brings percent of Americans actually enjoy gam- states, the District of Columbia, and Guam. with it a tide of what we call the ABCs of bling. That’s down from 34 percent just 10 The following day, also in Washington, Flor- Gambling: Addiction, Bankruptcy, Crime years ago. Think about that. If your product ida Congressman C.W. Bill Young extended and Corruption. These cost the state, and the drops 11 percent in the people who enjoy it, personal congratulations to Professor Felice. taxpayers, and you, the businesses, money. you’re in trouble. ‘‘It is a fitting tribute to Professor Felice to be recognized as the 2006 Florida Professor That’s why gambling is a net loss to the f economy. of the Year,’’ said Eckerd College President So what’s your share? Let’s do the math. HONORING DR. WILLIAM FELICE, Donald R. Eastman III. ‘‘Professor Felice Park a casino in your town, and the addic- FLORIDA PROFESSOR OF THE epitomizes what is one of Eckerd College’s tion rate will hit 3 percent or higher. Each YEAR greatest strengths in the academic program: new addict costs the economy more than the mentoring relationship between the pro- $11,000. That’s about $33,000 for each hundred fessor and student. Professor Felice, who ex- people, or $330 a year for each of you. And HON. C.W. BILL YOUNG udes passion in his teaching about human that’s using the most conservative numbers OF FLORIDA rights and social justice, motivates students available! IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to find the courage to address issues of pov- WILL IT BUILD GOOD WILL AND BETTER erty and despair with a sense of hope that FRIENDSHIPS? Thursday, December 7, 2006 their efforts will make a difference in this Well, I doubt it. Making slots promoters Mr. YOUNG of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise world.’’ rich by turning citizens into losers isn’t a to honor Dr. William F. Felice, a professor of ‘‘Not only has Prof. Felice distinguished himself as a truly outstanding teacher whose friendly relationship. It’s adversarial, preda- Political Science at Eckerd College, who has tory and parasitic. It doesn’t build friend- impact on students is profound,’’ said Vice been named the 2006 Florida Professor of the President for Academic Affairs and Dean of ship. It builds cynicism and despair. Good Year by the Carnegie Foundation for the Ad- will means the customer goes home and says Faculty Lloyd W. Chapin, ‘‘he has contrib- I got a good deal. vancement of Teaching. Dr. Felice was hon- uted substantially to building an extraor- Why does gambling have to keep expand- ored here in Washington on November 16th dinary undergraduate International Relation ing? Why do the casinos need to be open at along with professors of the year from 43 and Global Affair Program that offers stu- 3 in the morning? Because that’s what it states, dents unique opportunities to study both takes to suck the addicted people dry. You It is my privilege to represent Eckerd Col- here and abroad. They study at the United just don’t see many church-going college Nations in New York City and in Geneva, lege, a St. Petersburg, Florida college led by Switzerland, and complete domestic and graduates that pay their credit cards on time its President Donald R. Eastman III, which yanking on slot machines at 3 in the morn- international service learning projects. ing. Did you notice this proposal has already emphasizes quality undergraduate education. Highly respected also for his curricular lead- set the stage for the conversion of slots par- Dr. Felice is one of many outstanding mem- ership, he coordinated our capstone senior lors into full-blown casinos? bers of the Eckerd faculty. course, Quest for Meaning, from 2004–2006 Corruption is government trying to make Motivating students in his international rela- earning rave reviews from the interdiscipli- losers of its citizens by legalizing something tions classes is Dr. Felice’s principal goal as nary team of twenty faculty who participate that damages the very health of its citizens, a professor. He is highly successful as since in the course. all under the guise of a painless revenue ‘‘Repeatedly, students tell me stories of 1995 when he joined the Eckerd faculty, he the transformative effect that Professor stream. Take another look. The revenue has been awarded some of the college’s high- stream is running backwards, and the pain is Felice has had on their intellectual and eth- intense. History has proven this—over and est honors by his students and his peers. He ical lives.’’ over again. Gambling does not build friend- received the John M. Bevan Teaching Excel- HOW TWO FORMER STUDENTS REMEMBER ships. It builds dependencies. It breeds cor- lence and Campus Leadership Award in 2005. PROFESSOR FELICE ruption. The students voted him the Professor of the Professor Felice’s courses have included WILL IT BE BENEFICIAL TO ALL CONCERNED? Year in 2003 and the faculty voted him the Ethics and International Relations, Intro- Beneficial to all means everyone should be Robert A. Staub Distinguished Teacher of the duction to International Relations, Quest for better off, not worse off. John Kennedy once Year in 1999. Meaning, International Political Economy, said a rising tide lifts all boats. If gambling This latest honor though is not his first na- Geneva and International Cooperation, made all winners, it would be beneficial to tional recognition, as he earned the 1999 Human Rights and International Law. all concerned. Of course, gambling makes ‘‘Dr. Felice inspires and motivates his stu- American Political Science Association (APSA) dents in many ways, but one of his greatest losers and the citizens are worse off because Outstanding Teacher in Political Science of that. Even the people who never gamble gifts as a teacher is his ability to teach lose money: the citizens and taxpayers. They Award from APSA and Phi Sigma Alpha, the about empathy toward the poverty-stricken get stuck with additional costs that they National Political Science Honor Society. and oppressed in our local community and on didn’t have before: those public health and Mr. Speaker, following my remarks I would a global scale.’’ —Kathleen Deegan, B.A., Eckerd College, crime costs that ALWAYS follow gambling. like to include for the benefit of my colleagues In order to enrich themselves, these slots a profile of Dr. Felice published by Eckerd 2003 ‘‘One professor in particular sticks out in promoters are asking you to divert money College. Clearly he has found a way to inspire my mind as a humble hero whose passion and from legitimate businesses, move jobs from his students to study more about the world enthusiasm for life and education infuse his real commerce to casinos, and give the tax- around them and I commend him for this great teaching with boundless energy, encourage payers the bill for the social costs. Remem- his colleagues to aspire to higher levels of ber, the promoters openly admit they expect honor and for the personal energy and enthu- learning and teaching and inspire his stu- Ohio to sacrifice the health and lives of siasm he brings to the classroom. dents in ways admired by many and rep- 109,000 of its citizens. They propose to make ‘‘My primary pedagogical method is to licated by few. Though I honestly believe those people very sick, and then spend an- teach international relations in a Socratic that Professor Felice could easily have led a other $28 million to treat them. And even style, constantly questioning and inter- life of fame, world travel and excitement as that sum isn’t going to cover the bill. Not by acting with the students in the class. I strive a politician or an international affairs con- a long shot. Do the math. to motivate students to understand the im- Multiply that 109,000 new addicts the pro- portance of international relations by my ex- sultant, I am selfishly grateful that he chose moters ADMIT they will cause, times the ample. With conviction and passion, I try to to dedicate so much of his time to teaching $11,000 each for social costs. That comes to show students how central these issues are, and I hope that he realizes just how great an $1,199,000,000 loss for the economy of Ohio. both to my own personal intellectual jour- impact he has made in that role.’’ —Taryn Fielder, B.A., summa cum laude, Why would we accept making 109,000 people ney and to world affairs.’’—William F. Felice Eckerd College, 1999; J.D., Harvard Law sick, and then losing more than a billion dol- William F. Felice, Ph.D., Professor of Po- School, 2002 lars from the economy to boot? litical Science at Eckerd College, has been The Pew Research Center just this year named the 2006 Florida Professor of the Year TEACHING AWARDS found three important changes in Ameri- by the prestigious Carnegie Foundation for Professor Felice joined the Eckerd College cans’ thoughts about gambling. First, they the Advancement of Teaching. The U.S. Pro- faculty in 1995. Since then Professor Felice found that 7 in 10 Americans say that legal- fessors of the Year Program, administered by has received Eckerd College’s John M. Bevan

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.096 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2173 Teaching Excellence and Campus Leadership is hard to see him leave the Halls of Congress IN RECOGNITION OF THE SAINT Award (2005), and he has been recognized by at the end of this session. JEAN BAPTISTE CHURCH ON THE the students as Professor of the Year (2003) HENRY began his political career in the Illi- OCCASION OF ITS 125th ANNIVER- and by the faculty as the Robert A. Staub SARY Distinguished Teacher of the Year (1999). In nois State House in 1966, rising to the rank of 1999, Professor Felice received the APSA majority leader before turning his sights to Outstanding Teaching in Political Science Washington. Coming to Congress in 1975, HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Award, presented by the American Political HENRY is leaving Washington as one of the OF NEW YORK Science Association (APSA) and Pi Sigma most distinguished and well respected Mem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Alpha, the National Political Science Honor bers to serve in the U.S. House of Represent- Thursday, December 7, 2006 Society. atives. He had the unique honor to serve as Professor Felice earned his B.A. in History Chairman of two of the biggest committees, Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today from the University of Washington; his M.S. to pay tribute to the Saint Jean Baptiste in Political Economy from Goddard College; the Judiciary Committee and the International Relations Committee. Throughout his time Church in New York City. The Church began and his Ph.D. in Political Science/Inter- celebrating its 125th anniversary year on Sat- national Relations from New York Univer- here he has fought diligently for many worth- sity. Prior to joining Eckerd College, he while causes and led us through some of the urday, December 2nd. Founded by French- taught at Rhodes College in Memphis, Tenn. most tumultuous times in our nation’s history, speaking residents of the Yorkville neighbor- SCHOLARSHIP AND PUBLICATIONS but what I will remember HENRY HYDE most hood in Manhattan, Saint Jean Baptiste began as a national church with special permission Professor Felice has published two books for was the way he carried himself while serv- that are highly regarded by scholars in the ing our citizens. from the Holy See. Saint Jean Baptiste field, Taking Suffering Seriously (1996) and Always honest, passionate, and fair, HENRY Church has since become a blessed sanc- The Global New Deal (2003). In The Global HYDE is an example to us all about the ways tuary for Catholics of all backgrounds and a New Deal, Professor Felice wrote, ‘‘There is we should carry ourselves in these hallowed familiar and beloved institution on Manhattan’s nothing preordained by either the structure halls. Mr. Speaker, this Congress will miss Upper East Side. of the international system of states or the The Societe´ Saint Jean Baptiste, founded HENRY HYDE and his influence and I rise today economic system of the market that makes by Gabriel Franche´re in 1850, first launched a to say thank you and God Bless. economic and social human rights a dream. project to establish a national parish for New They are not a utopian fantasy. They can be York’s burgeoning francophone Catholic com- achieved. The question is: Do we have the f courage to walk the path?’’ munity under the guidance of Father Peter He has also published numerous articles HONORING KING COUNTY DEPUTY Cazeneuve. At an organizing meeting held in and academic papers which address inter- SHERIFF STEVE COX 1881, local worshipers resolved to hold reli- national issues and human rights, including, gious services in a central location and took a ‘‘Human Rights Disparities between Europe collection, raising twelve dollars. This was but and the United States: Conflicting Ap- HON. JIM McDERMOTT the first drop in what was to become a torrent proaches to Poverty Prevention and the Al- OF WASHINGTON of generosity from supporters of Saint Jean leviation of Suffering,’’ (Cambridge Review IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of International Affairs, Vol. 19, No. 1, March Baptiste. Before the erection of its first church, 2006) and ‘‘The UN Committee on the Elimi- Thursday, December 7, 2006 parishioners held services in a rented hall lo- nation of all Forms of Racial Discrimina- cated over a stable, affectionately known as Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I urge all of tion,’’ (Human Rights Quarterly, Vol. 24, No. the ‘‘Crib of Bethlehem.’’ Because of their 1, February 2002). Professor Felice serves on my colleagues in the House, my constituents dedication to establishing their own congrega- the editorial board of the journal Human in Washington’s 7th Congressional District, tion, John Cardinal McCloskey of New York Rights and Human Welfare. and First Responders across America to join granted Saint Jean Baptiste’s parishioners CARNEGIE COUNCIL ON ETHICS AND me in honoring a fallen hero, King County permission to build their own church in 1882. INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS Deputy Sheriff Steve Cox. Later that year occurred a groundbreaking and During the 2004–05 academic year, in col- Last weekend, Steve Cox, an extraordinary a ceremony blessing the cornerstone presided laboration with the Carnegie Council on Eth- public servant, was killed in the line of duty over by Archbishop Michael Corrigan. ics and International Affairs (CCEIA), Pro- while interviewing witnesses to a shooting in A decade later, the Church became a shrine fessor Felice led a four-part lecture series, the White Center neighborhood of Seattle, to Saint Anne when the Right Reverend J.C. ‘‘America and the World: Ethical Dimensions Washington. The tragic loss of this 9 year vet- Marquis of Canada bore the relic of Saint to Power.’’ The series inspired a booklet dis- eran of law enforcement has stunned and sad- tributed nationally, Ethical Dimensions to Anne from Rome to the Church en route to American Foreign Policy: A Study Guide to dened our entire community. Canada. When news spread that the relic of the Four Freedoms. From 1999–2005, he Steve Cox had become the White Center Saint Anne was to be shown to the parish- served as a CCEIA Trustee. neighborhood’s Superhero. Area residents re- ioners, a large crowd filled the church that ENGAGING THE COMMUNITY IN CONVERSATION membered Deputy Cox in The Seattle Times evening. One parishioner, an epileptic, was In the 2006–07 Col. Christian L. and Edna as the person ‘‘who was single-handedly mak- suffering from convulsions that were said to M. March International Relations Lecture ing the streets safer and the neighborhood have been cured immediately upon being Series, which is also part of the Presidential better. He became so deeply involved in com- touched by the relic. In the following days and Events Series, Professor Felice coordinates munity issues that he was elected president of weeks, crowds estimated in the hundreds of the program on ‘‘The Ethics of Economic the local Council. To his family, he was a man thousands visited the little church, with many Globalization.’’ Invited speakers this year who had found new joy since he and his wife, traveling from as far away as New England include Peter Singer, Jagdish Bhagwati, Maria, adopted a baby, Bronson, who turned and the Middle Atlantic states. Deeply moved Micheline Ishay and Gita Sen. At The 1 in October.’’ Studio@620 in downtown St. Petersburg, Pro- by the outpouring of devotion, Monsignor Mar- fessor Felice serves as co-facilitator of the Deputy Cox exhibited a personal and stead- quis arranged to divide the sacred relic of 620 Round Tables on Social Justic, co-spon- fast commitment to law enforcement and com- Saint Anne, and a novena was dedicated in sored by Eckerd College. munity safety that spanned varied sides of the her honor. The relic was soon joined by an- f law enforcement profession. The son of teach- other bestowed by Pope Leo XIII that was ers, Deputy Cox was an attorney and served sent from the Shrine of Sainte Anne d’Apt in TRIBUTE TO HENRY HYDE as a deputy prosecutor in Franklin and King France. Counties prior to becoming a King County At the turn of the twentieth century, the HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON Sheriff’s Deputy 9 years ago. Church of Saint Jean Baptiste opened another OF ILLINOIS I had the honor of meeting Deputy Cox in important chapter in its storied existence when IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our community. I know that he touched the it became the location of a Eucharistic shrine. lives of so many that he so honorably served. Today, it is one of just two churches in all of Thursday, December 7, 2006 Deputy Steve Cox led by example. He was New York City that are served by the Con- Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I rise and will always be a role model of selfless gregation of the Blessed Sacrament, an apos- today to pay tribute to a dear friend of mine, public service. We mourn his passing, but we tolic organization whose religious life centers Representative HENRY HYDE. HENRY has been are grateful for the life he led on our behalf on the power of the mystery of the Eucharist. a devoted public servant to the people of Illi- and the legacy of idealism and heroism we will Increasingly, Saint Jean Baptiste Church nois and this Nation for many decades and it never forget. began to serve a diverse range of Catholics

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.100 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2174 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 from all walks of life and backgrounds. A gen- of conservation. His leadership has aided con- ville—which the family helped to start. David’s erous benefactor, Mr. Thomas Fortune Ryan, servationists throughout the Pacific Flyway in greatgrandmother, Jane Fiddyment, acquired made significant contributions that allowed the maintaining viable waterfowl populations and an 80-acre parcel in 1856. The parcel eventu- Church to build a magnificent new building protecting key landscapes. He is retiring from ally grew to encompass 2,200 acres of live- that could accommodate 1,200 worshipers. a prestigious career with Ducks Unlimited stock, grain, and pistachio farms. David and The international prize-winning design by Canada in December 2006. Dolly themselves have been growing pis- Nicholas Serracino provided a church of the Mr. Stewart began his efforts with waterfowl tachios at Fiddyment Farms in Roseville since purest Renaissance style, constructed of Indi- on the Prairies of Manitoba studying blue- 1969 and have helped shape the State’s vi- ana limestone, with twin towers surmounting winged teal. His career with Ducks Unlimited brant pistachio industry. the edifice, arches and fluted pilasters sup- Canada ignited in 1979 as a young, energetic Mr. Speaker, the Fiddyment Family’s com- porting the rounded ceiling that covering three Area Biologist starting a program in New mitment to education runs as deep as their naves, a wide cornice extending around the Brunswick. After 5 years, he traveled west to rich history in agriculture. Great-grandmother nave and at the middle height of the apse, take on the challenge of Alberta Provincial Bi- Jane Fiddyment gave a portion of her land for and an impressive approach of church-wide ologist. In that role, Gary advanced many im- one of the first schools in the Roseville area steps. The new building’s cornerstone at Lex- portant scientific and program delivery compo- in the 1880s. She felt that the school building ington Avenue and East 76th Street in Man- nents of the vital Alberta landscape for over a and playground were essential so that children hattan was laid in 1912, and the new Church dozen years, including critical planning and in the area could receive needed instruction. It was fully completed two years later. delivery of early NAWMP activities. was a one-room structure with an oblong iron Today, Saint Jean Baptiste Church remains From his knowledge of the key waterfowl wood stove in the center of the room, a tall a thriving institution, offering spiritual sanc- breeding areas, Mr. Stewart stimulated Flyway pine flag pole in the front, a good well, and a tuary, education, social services, and a wide concern and support for conservation in the shed for stabling the horses ridden by young- range of other programs to the people of New Prairies and Boreal Forest. This conservation sters from near and far. It was known as the York City. Under the able stewardship of the outreach extended to the western U.S., major Pleasant Grove School, and Jane became its Reverend Anthony Schueller, S.S.S., the Saint donors, industry partners, First Nations, and first teacher. The school continued in oper- Jean Baptiste Church continues to uphold its governments. A key linkage was established ation until 1911. proud history and traditions. among Ducks Unlimited, Pacific Flyway water- Continuing the tradition, the mothers of both Mr. Speaker, I ask my distinguished col- fowl biologists, and especially the State of David and Dolly taught school in the early leagues to join me in recognizing the extraor- California. He was instrumental in coordinating 1900s, and Dolly was a teacher in the San dinary contributions to the civic and spiritual the first Flyway biologist meeting with Ducks Juan Unified School District for 25 years. good of the people of New York City made by Unlimited Canada staff, and he built a strong Like the Fiddyments, UC Davis has a long the historic Saint Jean Baptiste Catholic cross-border working relationship with the history of working to strengthen schools, dat- Church and its parishioners, past, present and Western Regional Office of Ducks Unlimited, ing back to the first teacher-training program future. Inc. and U.S. partners. held on the University Farm in 1918. With the f In 1997 Mr. Stewart pioneered work in the founding of the School of Education in 2002, Western Boreal Forest as Manager of Con- the university revitalized its commitment to K– TRIBUTE TO SGT. MARION RAY servation Programs, a task at which he ex- 12 education. celled. Under his leadership, the Western Bo- The Fiddyments’ financial gift will enhance HON. JOHN SHIMKUS real Forest readily became known across the UC Davis’ leadership position in preparing the OF ILLINOIS continent as ‘‘the other duck factory,’’ with a next generation of teachers to respond to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unique set of values and challenges. His en- critical issues facing our schools. This is the trepreneurial spirit, passion, energetic ap- largest private donation made to the School of Thursday, December 7, 2006 proach and strategic thinking have resulted in Education and one of the few in the Nation Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a greatly increased understanding of the land- given to support an endowed chair in teacher honor Sgt. Marion Ray on the book signing re- scape and several specific examples of critical education. lease for his book, Damn Cold and Starving, conservation. Mr. Speaker, as Harold Levine, Dean of the which tells his story as a prisoner of war. He Mr. Speaker, over the years, Mr. Stewart School of Education said, ‘‘This gift is a mile- was part of the 106th Infantry Division, 424th has earned a great deal of personal and pro- stone in our growth and signals the impor- Regiment, First Battalion. fessional respect from those who have had tance of teachers and teacher education to all Sgt. Ray and fellow infantrymen were cap- the pleasure of knowing and working with him. of us. We are honored to have the Fiddyments tured on December 17, 1944, by two German He readily shared his knowledge with younger as partners in our mission to strengthen teach- soldiers in Winterspelt, Germany, and were staff and partners. I would like to personally ing and learning for all.’’ held until the spring of 1945. This was the first thank Gary for working with me, and extend David added, ‘‘It is such a joy for us to be day of the Battle of the Bulge. During his time the thanks of all who have benefit from his able to stand up and take a position on some- as a POW, Sgt. Ray was held in three dif- leadership. thing of such importance. With this gift, we are ferent internment camps. He uses his book to f hoping to make a difference in the education describe the main hardships and difficulties he of children everywhere.’’ They were inspired, encountered. TRIBUTE TO DAVID AND DOLLY in part, by a visit to the classroom of one of It is a pleasure to thank Sgt. Marion Ray for FIDDYMENT UC Davis alumna, Dawn Imamoto, a 2004 his service to our great Nation. I appreciate California Teacher of the Year. Dolly his service and sacrifice and know his book HON. JOHN T. DOOLITTLE Fiddyment said that, ‘‘Dawn embodies the kind makes a great contribution to our Nation’s his- OF CALIFORNIA of teacher we’d like every child to have.’’ tory. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today, I am proud to honor my friends and f Thursday, December 7, 2006 constituents, David and Dolly Fiddyment. They are truly pioneering the way to a brighter fu- HONORING GARY STEWART OF Mr. DOOLITTLE. Mr. Speaker, today I wish ture for the next generation of students. DUCKS UNLIMITED to thank and congratulate my friends, David f and Dolly Fiddyment of Roseville, California, HON. MIKE THOMPSON for their generous contributions to furthering TRIBUTE TO AVONDALE ARIZONA OF CALIFORNIA the field of education. They have made an ex- ON ITS 60TH ANNIVERSARY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES traordinary gift of $1.09 million to establish the first endowed chair at the University of Cali- ´ Thursday, December 7, 2006 HON. RAUL M. GRIJALVA fornia, Davis (UC Davis) School of Education. OF ARIZONA Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, With this contribution, they are furthering their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I rise today to honor Mr. Gary Stewart for his family’s heritage as education pioneers in decades of work as one of North America’s Northern California. Thursday, December 7, 2006 finest waterfowl biologists, and to thank him The Fiddyment Family’s roots in the greater Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, I stand today for all that he has done to mobilize a diverse Sacramento area predate both the advent of to honor the city of Avondale, Arizona on its group of interested parties to further the goals railroad and the founding of the City of Rose- 60th anniversary. Avondale is a vibrant city,

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As the General Sinn earned a Purple Heart and STAFF OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE area attracted more settlers through its pleas- two Bronze Stars, both with oak leaf clusters ON SPACE AND AERONAUTICS ant climate and favorable farming conditions, a and one with a V Device, among many other FOR THE 109TH CONGRESS post office was built at the Avondale Ranch in medals and awards. He lived the Soldier’s the early 1900’s, lending the town its current Creed with great pride and dignity. He always HON. KEN CALVERT name. On December 16, 1946, Avondale was placed the mission first. He never accepted OF CALIFORNIA incorporated as a city, and by then was an im- defeat. He never quit. And though he could IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portant part of the state’s capitol. have, he never left a fallen comrade. Thursday, December 7, 2006 Today, Avondale has reached a population Mr. Speaker, throughout his youth in North exceeding 70,000, and has much to offer its Dakota, Jerry Sinn thought he would follow in Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to residents. To keep up with the population’s his parents’ footsteps, raising cattle and grow- honor and pay tribute to a group of patriots demands, the city offers a wide variety of aca- ing wheat. The U.S. Army, and his many sup- whose dedication and contributions to the demic establishments, arts festivals, among porters in Congress, are grateful that he de- United States space community has been ex- other cultural attractions, and is a favored des- voted his life to public service instead. Please ceptional. For the past 2 years I have served tination of NASCAR fans. Because of these join me in thanking him for those 39 years of as the Chairman of the Science Subcommittee draws and the accomplishments of residents, selflessness, and wish him well in his future on Space and Aeronautics and have had the Avondale enjoys a growth rate among the Na- endeavors. honor to work with a staff comprised of some tion’s highest, and expects to reach 120,000 f of the best and brightest in the fields of space residents by 2020. and earth science, aeronautics and space ex- Avondale has come a long way from its ag- TRIBUTE TO GRACE CHURCH ploration. ricultural beginnings. It is my great pleasure to In the 2 years that I’ve been Chairman, the congratulate them on this landmark. HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN staff has worked diligently to implement the f OF NEW JERSEY President’s Vision for Space Exploration, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES maintain robust science and aeronautics pro- A TRIBUTE TO LIEUTENANT grams and open opportunities for the private GENERAL JERRY SINN Thursday, December 7, 2006 sector and space entrepreneurs. In short, they Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise have tried to give America’s space-farers the HON. JERRY LEWIS today to honor Grace Church in the Borough ‘‘Rules and Tools’’ to succeed in the Second OF CALIFORNIA of Madison, Morris County, New Jersey, a vi- Space Age. Last year, the President signed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES brant community I am proud to represent! On into law the first NASA Authorization Act in 5 November 4, 2006, the good citizens of Madi- years. Anyone can tell you how difficult it is to Thursday, December 7, 2006 son celebrated Grace Church’s 150th Anniver- draft legislation that must balance the many Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise sary. needs of the Agency’s various stakeholders today to pay tribute to the leadership and Grace Church, the oldest building in Madi- while keeping the original Vision intact. The dedication to public service of Lieutenant Gen- son, New Jersey still being used for its original majority subcommittee staff worked tirelessly eral Jerry Sinn, who has provided exemplary purpose, is one of the largest congregations in to secure passage and I commend their hard stewardship of the Army’s resources and the Episcopal Diocese of Newark. The first work and dedication. It certainly has paid off— budgeting for the past 7 years. Beginning as church service was held on April 13, 1856. NASA is charging full speed ahead with the a ‘‘tunnel rat’’ in Vietnam, Lieutenant General When completed, the building, including bell Vision for Space Exploration and a commit- Sinn has retired as the Army’s budget chief and organ, cost about $9000 and seated two ment to ten healthy centers. after 39 years in uniform. hundred persons. One hundred and fifty years The subcommittee completed several reso- After being drafted in 1968, Jerry Sinn was later Grace Church is undergoing a lutions commending successful shuttle soon commissioned as a second lieutenant in $3,000,000 capital campaign to enlarge the launches and their crews; conducted hearings the Corps of Engineers. The Army sent him to existing structure to meet the needs of a still on a wide range of topics including ‘‘The Fu- Vietnam shortly thereafter, where he fought as growing congregation. ture of Aeronautics at NASA,’’ ‘‘Future Market a tunnel rat—one of the deadliest missions in The earlier years in the history of Grace for Commercial Space,’’ and ‘‘The NASA that conflict—and led a Rome Plow team. Church were marked by building and consoli- Workforce’’; and conducted several legislative Throughout his career, he has never stopped dating, participation of a wide segment of the mark-up hearings on other relevant bills. The inspiring, guiding and teaching soldiers— community: black and white, abolitionist and subcommittee even conducted the first hearing whether as a company commander in Korea, slave owners, recent immigrants and colonial in Congressional history with a witness testi- a mathematics instructor at West Point, a bat- heirs. A new era for Grace Church arrived fying from space when NASA astronaut John talion commander with the Big Red One, an when more than ninety millionaires moved to Phillips, a member of the crew aboard the assistant chief of staff of VII Corps, a brigade Morristown and neighboring towns, many of International Space Station in June 2005, par- commander in the 3rd Infantry Division, or whom were Episcopalian. Their generosity en- ticipated via satellite. The efforts of the sub- commander of the Corps of Engineers’ North abled the church to enlarge, but, unfortunately, committee staff also enabled me to visit all of Atlantic Division. membership did not grow as there was no NASA’s Centers, including the Jet Propulsion Lieutenant General Sinn has spent the last need to broaden the financial base with in- Laboratory and the Applied Physics Labora- 7 years of his military career in the Pentagon creased membership. That changed after tory, during the 109th Congress. None of this as the Army’s top uniformed budget official. World War II, with the population explosion would have been possible without the intel- His ideas, acumen, finesse and good humor that followed the war and the resulting exodus ligence and perseverance of the staff. were essential to guiding the Army from being to the suburbs. This brought Grace Church to At this time I would like to recognize the in- a force at peace to a force at war. General a new era in its history and in the 1950’s the dividuals responsible for the subcommittee’s Sinn oversaw the unprecedented growth in re- church underwent a major expansion. many accomplishments: sources and mission since 2001, dedicating Today Grace Church’s congregation in- Bill Adkins, former Staff Director. Bill was a himself to ensuring that every soldier was cludes parishioners from all the neighboring thoughtful advisor and an influential force in properly equipped and trained. He looked after towns and its primary focus is outreach. A the passage of the NASA Authorization Act families, initiating and pushing numerous pro- wonderful choir, with members of all ages, a during the 18 months we worked together. grams to improve their quality of life. And he large and active youth program, and many Johannes Loschnigg, current Staff Director. made sure that everyone involved in financial adult ministries fill the church 7 days a week. Johannes has done a terrific job and has of- management understood the importance of Under the leadership of the Reverend Lauren fered solid leadership to the subcommittee. their work. General Sinn inspired the civilians Ackland, the membership continues to grow. Ed Feddeman, Professional Staff. Ed is the and the uniformed members of Army financial Mr. Speaker, I urge you and my colleagues resident expert on aeronautics and space management to do their very best and ap- to join me in congratulating Grace Church of science. I have appreciated his depth of

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His first-hand experience, and strong at- neighbors are moving in the opposite direc- way to limit the power and authority of their tention to detail has been a true asset during tion. presidents if they are to escape the trap into the last 2 years. Throughout post-Soviet Central Asia—and which they have fallen. When people feel they Tind ‘‘Shep’’ Ryen, Professional Staff. Shep all over the former USSR—the defining feature have no representation or possibility of ad- is the go-to-guy on the space exploration of political development has been the emer- dressing grievances through state institutions, agenda being implemented by NASA, includ- gence of super-presidents, while parliaments they will be tempted to find other methods. If ing the Constellation Systems program, NASA and courts languish under executive control. this happens in other, more repressive coun- Workforce and Commercial Space issues. As As a result, the balance of powers, though tries with few or no democratic traditions, the one of the more recent additions to the staff, constitutionally mandated, has remained a outcome may not be so peaceful or positive. Shep has not wavered from delving deeply dead letter, and corruption has become en- So far, there is little evidence that this real- into his work and has exercised excellent demic. ization has penetrated elsewhere in Central oversight over these exciting new programs. But Kyrgyzstan has always differed from Asia, where presidents continue to jealously Tom Hammond, Professional Staff. Tom other regional states by virtue of its strong civil hoard power. Sapannurat Niyazov remains the handles a long list of issues including the society and relatively combative legislature; all-powerful ‘‘Turkmenbashy,’’ or leader of all International Space Station, Earth Science, former President Askar Akaev was never as Turkmen, whom he continues to subject to his Remote Sensing, and International and Na- powerful as his counterparts in Central Asia. capricious campaigns, while running a perma- tional security programs. I appreciate Tom’s Moreover, there is a well-established tradition nent purge of the political class and making dedication and know he will continue to excel of ‘‘people power’’ in Kyrgyzstan—Akaev was sure Turkmenistan remains the only one-party in all his future endeavors. almost forced from office by a countrywide state to survive the Soviet bloc. Uzbekistan’s Devin Bryant, Staff Assistant. Devin is the protest movement in 2002. He managed to Islam Karimov, who allows no opposition, has support system to all of the staff and has done keep his seat, however, until last year’s ‘‘Tulip cracked down even harder and cuddled up to an incredible job. As a fellow Californian, I ap- Revolution’’ of 2005, which led to his ouster Russia since the international community re- preciate his enthusiasm for America’s space and his replacement in July by Kurmanbek acted with outrage to the slaughter of hun- program as it reminds me of the ripple effect Bakiev. By all accounts, the presidential elec- dreds in Andijan in May 2005. Tajikistan’s of NASA’s achievements—inspiring the next tion of July 2005 marked a real improvement Imomali Rakhmonov won re-election last generation of explorers. in elections held in Kyrgyzstan, and particu- month; constitutional amendments adopted Roselee Roberts, Chairman’s Designee/Pro- larly in Central Asia. last year will potentially allow him to remain in fessional Staff. Roselee has been a tremen- Since then, however, Kyrgyzstan has strug- office until 2020. And Kazakhstan’s bid to dous asset to my chairmanship and the sub- gled with major problems, among them: un- chair the OSCE in 2009 has been resisted by committee. It was an honor to designate her controlled criminality, high-level corruption, the United States and the United Kingdom for as my representative. It has been a pleasure economic decline and a general sense of dis- failure to improve its poor human rights to work with her these past 2 years. She has appointment at unfulfilled promises. By this record. been a trusted confidant to me and my staff fall, discontent had risen to such a degree that What happened in Bishkek is quite note- and I appreciate her dedication and loyalty. a political movement, ‘‘For Reforms’’ led large- worthy, especially for the region—opposition She will always be a part of the Calvert team. ly by President Bakiev’s former associates, groups were allowed to protest, the govern- I would be remiss if I did not also mention was able to mobilize protesters to pursue their ment did not respond with violence, and both agenda by peaceful rallies. Though the dem- my deep gratitude to David Goldston, Chief of sides agreed to a new constitution that actu- onstrators originally called for Bakiev’s res- Staff of the Science Committee. David im- ally decreases presidential powers and intro- ignation, in the end a compromise was pressed me with his intelligence, tireless work duces a parliamentary system. Nothing like reached in the form of a new constitution. ethic, and his love of science policy. During this is happening for thousands of miles in any The document represents a real achieve- the past 2 years we have shared some great direction. ment, primarily for limiting the executive’s conversations and debates and I believe I All in all, Mr. Speaker, 15 years after the powers—a first in Central Asia. Bakiev will re- have been a better Chairman for them. I ap- collapse of the USSR and the emergence of main in office until 2010 but his successor will preciate the tremendous support and expertise new states, it is hard to summon up much op- not appoint the government, Prosecutor-Gen- he has provided me and my staff during my timism for the prospects of democracy. Still, eral, the head of the Central Election Commis- Chairmanship. Kyrgyzstan has given me a bit of hope. sion and the holders of other important posts. To all of the subcommittee staff, I would like Whichever political party gains 51 percent in f to express my deepest gratitude for your hard elections has that responsibility—an incentive work, diligence, passion, and service. I salute TRIBUTE TO LINDA CROTCHETT for traditionally fractious political parties to your dedication and wish you all the best of align themselves in coalitions and work to- luck. gether. HON. JOHN SHIMKUS f Naturally, the heads of neighboring states OF ILLINOIS KYRGYZSTAN IMPROVES ITS have been displeased. State-controlled media IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in those countries have portrayed these DEMOCRACY Thursday, December 7, 2006 events in the worst possible light, emphasizing ‘‘chaos and anarchy,’’ and hoping thereby to Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH discredit the Kyrgyz experiment by linking pop- honor Linda Crotchett for her many years of OF NEW JERSEY ular demonstrations with instability. But while service to the citizens of Jersey County, IL as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES crowds gathered in the streets of the capital County Clerk. Linda will retire this year after Bishkek, the new constitution was adopted al- 44 years of service as the Jersey County Thursday, December 7, 2006 most without violence, solidifying a tradition of Clerk. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, as politically effective peaceful protest. Most im- For the past 44 years, Linda has greeted this Congress comes to a conclusion, I rise to portant, a framework has been created for de- the citizens of Jersey County with a smile as make some remarks on the state of demo- veloping all branches of power and resolving they entered her office to conduct business. cratic development in Central Asia. I am in- political disagreements. She has always lived up to her motto, ‘‘Happy spired to do this by the very significant recent I believe Kyrgyzstan’s experience has gen- to meet you, eager to serve you.’’ Her friendly events in Kyrgyzstan, where last month, a new uine significance for the possibility of democ- and courteous service will be missed. It is with constitution was adopted that limits the power ratization in Central Asia, simply because the gratitude that I thank her for her service and of the presidency and enhances the authority Kyrgyz political class, cooperating with civil so- congratulate her on retirement. I wish Linda all of the legislative branch. ciety, has shown that it is possible without the best in the years to come.

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WOLF by the Food Depository that provides children Journal of the American Medical Association OF VIRGINIA with a daily hot meal, a safe haven, tutoring, concluded that ‘‘evidence regarding the capac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and other educational programs. ity for fetal pain is limited but indicates that Chicago’s Community Kitchens is an inno- fetal perception of pain is unlikely before the Thursday, December 7, 2006 vative program that empowers graduates look- third trimester.’’ The review also concludes Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with ing for ‘‘a new lease on life’’, and inspires that administering ‘‘fetal anesthesia or analge- our colleagues to pay tribute to the distin- them to give back to the community them- sia should not be recommended or routinely guished gentleman from Illinois, Mr. HYDE, as selves. Many of the students in Chicago’s offered for abortion because current experi- he prepares to retire from the U.S. House of Community Kitchens are soup kitchen regulars mental techniques provide unknown fetal ben- Representatives. or homeless shelter residents and, after grad- efit and may increase risks for the woman.’’ I cannot imagine this, the people’s House, uating and securing a full-time job, have re- As policymakers, we should consider very without HENRY HYDE being here. He is the turned to volunteer at a soup kitchen them- seriously our actions that may overstep what conscience of this House. His eloquence, his selves. is scientifically proven. In formulating public honesty, his integrity, his passion, his dedica- Mr. Speaker, I commend the Greater Chi- policy on scientific issues like global warming, tion have filled this chamber on so many occa- cago Food Depository for its tireless, efforts to stem cell research, alternative energy, and sions when issues of the highest and most provide food for hungry people, to provide others, it is essential that we use science as significant importance to this country were people with the tools necessary to break the a basis for legislation and not use legislation being debated. cycles of poverty, and to end hunger in our to attempt to make science. I say to HENRY, your words have stirred this community. I wish its staff, volunteers, and I oppose this legislation because I believe House time and time again. Colleagues al- supporters every future success in their con- that the decision of whether to have a baby ways have looked to you for wise counsel. It tinuing work toward meeting the needs of Chi- should be left to individuals, their doctors, and was almost automatic that during a vote, I cago’s hungry men, women and children. their families without interference from the would always look up to see how you were f Government. I also oppose this legislation be- voting. cause of its circumvention of scientific evi- I am so grateful that my years of being a UNBORN CHILD PAIN AWARENESS dence. member of the House have allowed me the ACT OF 2006 I urge my colleagues to oppose H.R. 6099. privilege of serving with and being a colleague SPEECH OF f of Mr. HYDE. The people of the Sixth Congressional Dis- HON. RUSH D. HOLT TRIBUTE TO GILBERT LESSENCO trict of Illinois, the people of the United States, OF NEW JERSEY and indeed freedom-loving people around the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN world can say to HENRY HYDE, ‘‘Well done, Wednesday, December 6, 2006 OF MARYLAND good and faithful servant.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition May God bless you, HENRY. Thursday, December 7, 2006 f to the Unborn Child Pain Awareness Act. This legislation is based on the scientifically unsub- Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to HONORING THE GREATER CHICAGO stantiated assertion that a fetus feels pain at recognize the distinguished career of Mr. Gil- FOOD DEPOSITORY 20 weeks of pregnancy. bert Lessenco and to congratulate him on his This is not the first time this Congress that retirement. Mr. Lessenco has dedicated his HON. RAHM EMANUEL Members have been asked to substitute our half century of legal practice to not only his cli- OF ILLINOIS judgment for that of scientists or physicians. It ents, but his community and his country. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is bad policy for Congress to substitute its Mr. Lessenco’s superior performance as a opinion for the considered medical judgment lawyer was recognized early in his career Thursday, December 7, 2006 of doctors and I have consistently opposed when he received the ‘‘Outstanding Young Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to legislation that does this. Lawyer of the Year’’ from the District of Co- recognize and honor the Greater Chicago By passing this legislation, Congress will lumbia Bar in 1965. Mr. Lessenco has been in Food Depository for its enduring commitment force doctors to provide information to patients private practice for 50 years, but prior to that to providing food for hundreds of thousands of that is not scientifically proven to be true. he served in the United States Air Force as hungry people in Cook County. In addition to These doctors will be subject to fines if they chief, legal officer at Hanscom Air Force Base addressing immediate needs, the Greater Chi- do not provide women with a brochure pub- in Lexington, MA. He continues to serve his cago Food Depository strives to end hunger lished by the Department of Health and community to this day as a member of the fac- throughout the region by empowering people Human Services explaining that a fetus feels ulty at Johns Hopkins University School of to break the cycle of poverty. pain at 20-weeks and that administrating an- Professional Studies in Business and Edu- The Greater Chicago Food Depository, esthesia for the fetus will reduce pain. The bill cation, teaching marketing and business law. founded in 1979, is one of the largest not for- goes so far as to outline for the Department of His commitment to his students was honored profit food distribution systems in the nation, Health and Human Services what must be in- publicly when he received the ‘‘Above and Be- distributing donated and purchased food cluded in the brochure. The language that this yond’’ faculty award from the Department of through a network of 600 pantries, soup kitch- bill requires HHS to include in the brochure Marketing. Mr. Lessenco earned his J.D. from ens and shelters to more than 91,000 adults asserts that there is conclusive scientific evi- Harvard Law School in 1953 and his B.S. from and children every week. Last year, the Food dence that a fetus feels pain. According to the the Johns Hopkins University in 1950. Depository distributed more than 40 million legislation, the brochure must read: ‘‘There is Mr. Lessenco has also had an active civic pounds of non-perishable food and fresh a significant body of evidence that unborn chil- and political career. He has been an active produce, dairy products, meat, poultry and dren at 20 weeks after fertilization have the supporter of the Democratic Party since 1958. fish—the equivalent of more than 84,300 physical structures necessary to experience From 1970–74, Mr. Lessenco was a member meals per day. pain. There is substantial evidence that at of the Montgomery County Democratic Central In addition to its food distribution programs, least by this point, unborn children draw away Committee and has been engaged in Demo- the Greater Chicago Food Depository runs from surgical instruments in a manner which in cratic Party politics ever since. He served as Chicago’s Community Kitchens, a chef-training an infant or an adult would be interpreted as a commissioner of the Washington Suburban program designed to empower unemployed a response to pain. There is substantial evi- Sanitary Commission from 1987–92 and as its and underemployed Chicago residents. Fea- dence that the process of being killed in an chairman from 1989–90. He has also served tured on November 28th in a front-page article abortion will cause the unborn child pain, even as chairman of the International Visitors Serv- in the Wall Street Journal, this free twelve- though you receive a pain-reducing drug or ice Council, 1962, trustee for the Meridian week program teaches participants the basics drugs.’’ This is, at best, misleading. We should House Foundation, 1970–80, president of the of food preparation and employment skills, en- not use legislative language to interpret sci- Mental Health Association of Montgomery abling them to develop a successful career in entific data that we do not understand and to County, 1980–82, and president of the Jewish

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Social Service Agency of Greater Washington, Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to mourn I offered with Mr. BROWN of South Carolina 1984–86, and currently serves as the co-chair- the death of a great soldier, husband, and fa- that calls upon the President to establish a man for St. Luke’s House Building Fund. ther, MAJ Joseph ‘‘Trane’’ McCloud, and all permanent national ‘‘Hire a Veteran Week.’’ Mr. Lessenco is also a dedicated husband, the soldiers who have fallen while defending The purpose of our bipartisan bill is simple. father and treasured mentor. our Nation’s freedom. On a yearly basis, the President would lead a Mr. Speaker, I extend my sincere congratu- f week-long effort to remind employers—both lations to Gil Lessenco as he celebrates a dis- government and private sector—of the impor- tinguished career and lifetime of learning and IN RECOGNITION OF THE tance and value of hiring veterans. According serving our community. I ask my colleagues of BIOGRAPH THEATER to the most recent U.S. Labor Department the U.S. House of Representatives to join me data, in August 2005, 20- to 24-year-old vet- in recognizing the many accomplishments of HON. RAHM EMANUEL erans had an unemployment rate of 18.7 per- this extraordinary man. OF ILLINOIS cent compared with their nonveteran counter- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parts. For all of 2005, the annual rate was Thursday, December 7, 2006 15.6 percent for 20- to 24-year-old veterans MOURNING THE DEATH OF MAJ compared with 8.7 percent for non-veterans in JOSEPH ‘‘TRANE’’ MCCLOUD Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in that age group. Women veterans also suffer proud recognition of The Biograph Theater, re- higher rates of unemployment than non- HON. AL GREEN cently acquired by the Victory Gardens The- veterans. The unemployment rate for women OF TEXAS ater, and located in the vibrant and multicul- veterans aged 25–34 stands at 6.9 percent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tural neighborhood of Lincoln Park. versus 6 percent for their civilian counterparts. Since 1914 the Biograph Theater has been Thursday, December 7, 2006 More alarmingly, women veterans aged 45–54 a symbol of art in a dense metropolitan area, have twice the rate of unemployment than Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I and thanks to The Victory Garden Theater, it their non-veteran counterparts—7.1 percent wish to mourn the death of Major Joseph will remain in operation as the new main stage versus 3.3 percent. ‘‘Trane’’ McCloud, 39, who was planning to for theater company that has been in business These aren’t simply numbers; these are celebrate his 40th birthday next week, but in- since 1974. men and women who put on our country’s uni- stead tragically died on Sunday, December 3, After 90 years as a movie theater, under form to protect each and every one of us. We when the CH–46 helicopter he was riding in various owners, in July 2004, Chicago’s Vic- can and must do more to help them find good- crash-landed in a lake in the Anbar province tory Gardens Theater announced it had pur- paying jobs that allow them to build a career of Iraq. Additionally, I urge my colleagues to chased the Biograph for use as a live venue. and a life in the Nation they served and pro- mourn the deaths and honor the lives of all of The theater has been completely renovated by tected. That process should begin with a year- our soldiers who have died defending our architect Daniel P. Coffey, who constructed a ly reminder to all employers to actively seek country. large state-of-the-art stage, with seating for out veterans as potential employees. I have Major McCloud was a career marine who 299 people. been deeply disappointed that to date the had been in Iraq for 3 months as the oper- The Biograph Theater will house a state-of- Senate has not elected to follow the House’s ations officer with the 2nd Battalion, 3rd Ma- the-art stage guaranteeing the intimacy for lead and pass my ‘‘Hire a Veteran Week’’ leg- rine Regiment. Major McCloud was described which Victory Gardens’ performances have islation. Should the Senate not pass this bill by his family as ‘‘a Marine’s Marine.’’ He sac- become known, while providing greatly en- before the 109th Congress adjourns sine die, rificed the most active years of his life while in hanced technical production capabilities. The it will represent yet another failure of this Con- armed combat as a platoon and company new theater will have the very latest lighting gress to meet the real needs of veterans. commander defending the United States of and sound equipment as well as generous My colleague from California, Mr. HUNTER, America. wing-space, dressing rooms, and a trap sys- is correct that Congress should take the lead This was the second war in the Middle East tem under the stage, allowing for all kinds of and set the example when it comes to vet- that Major McCloud had served in. His service theatrical magic. erans’ employment issues. That’s why in 2005 in the Persian Gulf war in 1991 was equally In a city with such a rich history in the arts, I introduced the American Veterans Congres- commendable. During the Persian Gulf war in The Biograph Theater is just one more exam- sional Internship Program, H.R. 1242, a bipar- 1991, McCloud served on the USS Missouri, ple of thriving theater in the nation’s Second tisan bill that would allow each Member of as part of the final group of Marines to work City. Congress to hire a veteran as a paid intern for aboard the ship before it was decommis- Mr. Speaker, as a member of the Congres- 1 year. sioned. sional Arts Caucus I believe that it is important The benefits of this bill are clear. House and Major McCloud’s tremendous service to his to support and recognize The Biograph The- Senate Members would be able to take ad- country was not limited to the Armed Forces. ater, Victory Gardens Theater and the Arts in vantage of the experience and can-do work He also worked at the Pentagon, completed a Chicago. The Biograph Theater is an example ethic of veterans, while veterans would get the fellowship here in the U.S. House of Rep- of a new breath in an old Chicago landmark. chance to directly influence policy decisions resentatives, and served as an instructor at I am proud of the storied history of The and contribute to legislation that will affect the Marine Corps Officer Candidate School in Biograph Theater and the work that the Vic- them and their fellow veterans. I regret the Quantico, VA. His dedication to teaching was tory Gardens Theater does and I wish them 109th Congress failed to act on this common- just as strong as his dedication to the protec- continued success in the coming years. sense bill, and I intend to reintroduce it and tion of this Nation. When Major McCloud f push for its speedy passage in the 110th Con- worked for Representative JOE WILSON (R– EXPRESSING SENSE OF HOUSE RE- gress. S.C.), he assisted on military issues and took One thing we should all be able to agree on a special interest in a loan forgiveness pro- GARDING HIRING OF MEMBERS OF ARMED FORCES is that our outreach to veterans seeking jobs gram for inner-city teachers. This gentleman should be buttressed with concrete action by was the absolute prototype of the compas- SPEECH OF Congress to fund job training and placement sionate and dedicated soldier. programs, particularly for young veterans and Shortly after President Bush declared the HON. RUSH D. HOLT women veterans. war on terrorism, McCloud was deployed to OF NEW JERSEY That we have a long way to go in meeting Zamboanga, in the Philippines, in charge of a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the employment and training needs of our vet- small Marine unit during a time of intense vio- Tuesday, December 5, 2006 erans was made clear by John Rowan, the lence and bombings. current president of Vietnam Veterans of McCloud was remembered yesterday as a Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the America, in testimony he gave before the Sen- good-natured man with a wonderful sense of sentiment that motivated the gentleman from ate Veterans Affairs Committee on March 30 humor who cherished his family above any- California, Mr. HUNTER, to offer this resolution. of this year. Mr. Rowan noted that: thing else. I agree with him that our Government must set In fact, there is no real national strategy A 1989 graduate of the University of Ten- the example when we choose to exhort em- to assist returning veterans, including Na- nessee, Major McCloud leaves behind his wife ployers to hire veterans. That’s why I was tional Guard and Reservists, who are unem- Maggie and three children: Hayden, 7, Grace, pleased that in July of this year, the House ployed or under-employed—and some 15 per- 5, and Meghan, 2. passed by voice vote a concurrent resolution cent of our newest veterans have yet to find

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However, what wishing the Trojans well when they retake the portunities Act of 1998. the Trojans lacked in size and experience, field for the 2007 season. It is imperative that re-education and they made up for with dedication, heart and f work skills upgrades, including self- teamwork. These 34 young men brought an HONORING CHICAGO ASTRONAUT employment, be made a priority by those unselfish attitude to the game that many col- JOAN HIGGINBOTHAM agencies of government that provide these lege and professional players could learn services, especially considering the battal- from. ions of seriously and permanently disabled HON. RAHM EMANUEL veterans returning from Afghanistan and The team’s moment of truth for this year’s OF ILLINOIS Iraq. season came on October 13, when they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This indictment of our current federal efforts played Bessemer High School. The short- Thursday, December 7, 2006 on behalf of veterans seeking employment is handed Trojans suffered a 14–6 loss, dropping a wake up call. I hope that when the 110th their record to 6–2 for the season and jeop- Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to Congress convenes in January 2007, my col- ardizing their chances at the playoffs. While honor Astronaut Joan Higginbotham. leagues will join me in helping create a na- many teams might allow a dispiriting loss such Higginbotham is a member of the crew on the tional strategy to help returning veterans get as this to derail their playoff ambitions, the Space Shuttle Discovery that is scheduled to the job training and employment opportunities Trojans came together as a team to overcome launch tonight from NASA’s Kennedy Space they’ve earned for their service to America. this challenge and rally in the face of adver- Center. Additionally, she is a fellow sity. The Trojans followed their setback in f Chicagoan, and I wish her the best of luck as Bessemer with 5 straight wins, including 4 in she prepares for her first mission, STS 116. TRIBUTE TO THE INTERNATIONAL the postseason. Higginbotham graduated from Chicago’s SYMPOSIUM ON DEMOCRACY Assistant Coach Dave Graff summed up the Whitney Young High School in 1982, and CONGRESS TAIPEI, TAIWAN winning attitude of this year’s Trojans when he Southern Illinois University at Carbondale in said, ‘‘We might not be the best team, but 1987. She will be the third African-American HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN we’re good enough to get where we’re going. woman aboard a NASA mission, and she and They believe in themselves and anything is OF MARYLAND her fellow astronaut Robert Curbeam will possible.’’ make history this week on STS 116, the first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The community of Crystal Falls Forest Park Space Shuttle mission with two African-Amer- Thursday, December 7, 2006 and the U.P. truly united behind the Trojans, ican astronauts. Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to giving 110 percent of their support. Some of Higginbotham previously worked as a pay- commend the legislators from Pacific Rim the supporters of the team traveled a long dis- load engineer at the John F. Kennedy Space countries who will assemble this weekend in tance—in a short period—to cheer on their Center while also earning two master’s de- Taiwan to explore the role of Congresses in team. Crystal Falls Forest Park fans loaded up grees from the Florida Institute of Technology. democratic governments. Representatives three buses at the high school at 10:00 p.m. As a mission specialist on board Discovery, from 20 Pacific Rim Countries are meeting Thanksgiving night and trekked more than 500 Higginbotham’s responsibilities will include a under the auspices of the Democratic Pacific miles, arriving at Ford Field at 7:30 a.m. the complete rewiring of the International Space Union (DPU). Friday morning of the game. That gave the Station’s power supply. She will also have the The DPU is a regional organization of Pa- fans just a few hours to stretch before the 10 responsibility of operating the robotic arm to cific nations that is promoting democracy and a.m. kickoff! deploy several satellites and to direct payload peace within that region, in addition to en- Mr. Speaker, each member of this team de- transfers. hancing the multilateral relationships of the serves to be recognized and I want to take a Higginbotham will be joined by Mission participating nations. I applaud the Taiwanese moment to share their names: Fred Hubbard; Commander Mark Polansky, as well as Robert who took the initiative to establish the DPU Jim Freeman; Dustin Basirico; Bob Reid; Zach Curbeam Sunita Williams, Nicholas Patrick, and its sister organization, the Pacific Con- Sawyer; Kyle Roberts; Justin James; Calix William Oefelein, and Christer Fuglesang from gress, I wish the DPU much success in con- Sholander; John Grandahl; Levi Oleksy; Kyle the European Space Agency, who is the first tinuing to strengthen the democracies and the LaVacque; Tony Grandahl; Andrew Bortolini; Swedish astronaut. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me vital regional alliances of its Member Matt Sundquist; Bryan LaChapelle; Erik Peter- in recognizing my fellow Chicagoan as well as countries. son; Josh Siler; Tim Wheeler; Ethan Uren; her fellow astronauts, and to wish them all the f Justin Process; Jim Wheeler; Tony Renner; Marcus Smithson; Kevin Takala; Chris McCar- best on their launch tonight and their 12-day TRIBUTE TO THE 2006 CRYSTAL thy; William Bortolini; Bill Fennick; Travis mission. FALLS FOREST PARK HIGH Hoenig; Bill Paige; Ed Zarn; Paige Armstrong; f SCHOOL TROJANS Pat Bredy; Ben Shuck; Jake Jacobson; Jeff HONORING MARILYN W. GROUNDS Sartori; and Andrew Gussert. HON. BART STUPAK I would be remiss if I did not also salute the Trojans’ talented coaching staff. Head Coach HON. RUSH D. HOLT OF MICHIGAN OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bill Santilli and Assistant Coaches Dave Graff, Gerard Valesano, Gene Giuliani, Jeff IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, December 7, 2006 Chernach and Dan LaPoint should all be com- Thursday, December 7, 2006 Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mended for helping lead the Crystal Falls For- Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- honor the 2006 Crystal Falls Forest Park High est Park Trojans to a third state championship ognize Marilyn W. Grounds for over 10 years School Trojans. This high school football team game. Managers L.J. Burns, Dan Ballo-Shuck of extraordinary service on the board of the has made the entire Upper Peninsula (U.P.) and Lee Graff should also be recognized for Planned Parenthood Association of the Mercer community proud by once again beating the their contributions, as should their trainer, Area. odds and advancing to the Division 8 State Mark Nylund. Together, this talented coaching Ms. Grounds is best described as a ‘‘profes- Finals game at Ford Field in Detroit. staff shepherded this year’s young team to the sional volunteer.’’ Active in her children’s This was the third straight year that the state finals. schools and the community, she was at first Crystal Falls Forest Park Trojans advanced to Mr. Speaker, the Crystal Falls Forest Park focused in serving the arts community. It was the Division 8 state high school football cham- football team knew what the late, great Green the great fortune of the Planned Parenthood pionship game. These players, their coaches Bay Packers coach, Vince Lombardi always Association of the Mercer Area to have her and the entire Crystal Falls Forest Park com- said, ‘‘Winning isn’t everything, but wanting to join their board in 1995. munity should be commended for representing win is.’’ The Trojan team wanted to win more The Planned Parenthood Association of the the U.P. at Michigan’s state football champion- than the so-called ‘‘inside’’ football experts Mercer Area provides comprehensive repro- ship. predicted! ductive health care which contributes to both

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I am dedicated to con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dividual and societal implications of human tinuing the strong record of cultural and eco- Thursday, December 7, 2006 sexuality. The Planned Parenthood Associa- nomic ties between our two nations. tion encourages research and the advance- The United States is grateful to Poland for Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I want to bring to ment of technology in reproductive health care its friendship and commitment to the demo- my colleagues’ attention an October 10, 2006 and the understanding of inherent bioethical, cratic ideals of liberty and human rights. Po- article in the Wall Street Journal by Amy behavioral, and societal implications. In addi- land has also proven to be a strong ally of the Dockser Marcus, entitled ‘‘Advocacy Over- tion, the agency employs trained educators United States, assisting in global efforts to load?’’ The article reviews the current state of who conduct extensive community outreach combat terrorism, and providing troops and re- disease-funding advocacy, and specifically and educational programs, offering com- sources for Operation Iraqi Freedom. cites the efforts of the Princeton-based Mela- noma Research Foundation to coordinate the prehensive, age-appropriate sex education Mr. Speaker, I am honored to join the citi- advocacy activities of a wide variety of mela- and health programs to thousands of New Jer- zens of my district, as well as those of Polish noma organizations. In the past year, MRF sey residents every year. Everyone is wel- decent around the country in recognizing, re- has worked to organize a coalition of these come, regardless of race, age, income, sexual membering, and celebrating Polish American groups in order to develop a coordinated mes- orientation, or disability. Fees are based on Month. the ability to pay and no one is turned away. sage to Congress and the National Institutes of Health. The goal of this ‘‘One Voice’’ for First as board vice president in 1997, then f as board chair, Ms. Grounds successfully led melanoma research is to develop a common the PPAMA through several managerial transi- REMEMBERING SYDNEY TALLY agenda, focused on securing the additional re- tions. She has had leadership roles on Devel- sources to fund the research into better treat- opment, Finance, Facilities, Personnel, and ments and cures for melanoma. Public Affairs Committees. She was an incen- HON. TOM DAVIS The Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF) tive for the board to re-evaluate its own role in OF VIRGINIA was founded 10 years ago and has become the organization. A modest, exceptionally or- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the leading research foundation for melanoma. ganized woman, Ms. Grounds excels at ‘‘the The Foundation has worked closely with the Thursday, December 7, 2006 big picture,’’ keeping the board cohesive and research and medical communities encourage efficient, while recruiting extraordinary leaders. Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I dialogue and education about melanoma Ms. Grounds is a phenomenal fundraiser. rise today in remembrance of Sydney Tally for through their research congresses; partici- Through both Annual and Capital Campaigns, her tireless commitment to better the lives of pated in National Cancer Institute initiatives; she has made possible the improvement of active duty servicemembers, retirees, vet- organized the first steps of a melanoma coali- services offered to clients, and during her ten- erans, and above all their families through a tion for advocacy; and hosts an interactive ure the number of patients treated has signifi- distinguished career with the National Military website for patients and caregivers. Their cantly increased. This is no small task. The Family Association. three part mission—supporting basic and annual budget of the PPAMA is about $2.8 Widely known and beloved in military cir- translational research, education of patients million, making possible the service of about cles, this Air Force daughter and Navy spouse and caregivers, and advocating for the mela- 15,000 clients per year. trained as a nurse and pursued her specialty noma community—is funded primarily through Ms. Grounds has been an editor, writer, in public health nursing before becoming a full community fundraisers across the United fundraiser extraordinaire, and tireless worker time mother and volunteer after the birth of States organized and managed by MRF volun- for the Planned Parenthood Association of the her first child. Among many service endeav- teers. Other primary sources include memorial Mercer Area. She leaves a legacy of fund rais- ors, she freely devoted her time serving as donations, individual gifts, and unrestricted ing skill, governance expertise, and strong teaching assistant, Brownie and Girl Scout grants from pharmaceuticals. The need for a coordinated attack on mela- board leadership that benefits not only the or- leader, Red Cross pediatric nurse, and presi- noma is more critical now than ever before. ganization, but also the individual, community, dent of four naval officers’ wives clubs. Here are some of the facts about melanoma: and State. In 1983, she joined the NMFA government Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the entire 12th It’s the fastest growing cancer currently in the relations staff and served as vice president of U.S.; It’s the most common cancer in young district of New Jersey, I ask you and my col- the department from 1987 to 1990 before ris- leagues to join me in thanking Marilyn W. adults aged 20 to 30; For women, age 25 to ing to the position of first paid professional 30, melanoma is the primary cause of cancer Grounds for her service on the board of the staff member and director. She also sat on the Planned Parenthood Association of the Mercer death; For women, age 30 to 35, it’s the sec- NMFA’s board of governors until her recent ond leading cause of cancer death, after Area. passing. Mrs. Tally used her leverage through f breast cancer. this organization to benefit military families ev- One of the primary causes of melanoma is POLISH AMERICAN MONTH erywhere. Her focus on the military family UV exposure, most of which comes from too drove her in creating the Military Coalition. much time in the sun. Melanoma is survivable, HON. RAHM EMANUEL Women, infants, and children found nourish- if diagnosed early. When a superficial mela- ment after her advocacy secured legislation noma is found and diagnosed early, the 5 year OF ILLINOIS for an overseas nutrition program targeted IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES survival rate is 100 percent. But at the oppo- specifically for military families. site end, when the melanoma advanced to Thursday, December 7, 2006 Mrs. Tally received numerous awards and what’s called Stage IV, when it’s disseminated Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, this month I recognitions for her altruistic work, including to major organs, the 5 year survival rate drops proudly join the thousands of Polish-Ameri- the Military Coalition’s Award of Merit, a Cer- as low as 7 percent. Yet, despite these figures cans living in Chicago in a national celebration tificate of Appreciation from the Defense Com- and the growing incidence of melanoma, no of Polish history, culture, and pride during Pol- missary Agency, 1993 Defense Transition significant advances in medical therapies (or ish American Heritage Month. Services Award from the University of Central survival) for patients with advanced melanoma Celebrated in October, Polish American Florida, and recognition of her outstanding citi- has occurred in the past 30 years. Heritage Month includes General Pulaski Me- zenship by the Military Chaplains Association. Clearly, there’s a great need for public morial Day, which honors the American Revo- Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to thank awareness of the dangers of overexposure to lutionary War patriot Casimir Pulaski. In 1777, Mrs. Tally for her life’s work and continuing the sun. There’s also a need for increased re- General Pulaski attended his first meeting with legacy that brought forth significant awareness search in identifying the causes and potential Benjamin Franklin, to champion the freedom of the needs of military families. I call upon my cures for melanoma. Once again, I commend of the American people. This early partnership colleagues to join me in recognizing her ac- the good work of the Melanoma Research has been mirrored by the present-day alliance complishments, and in sharing our condo- Foundation in bringing greater public aware- between Poland and the United States. lences with her family and friends. ness to this disease, and advocating for more

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Congress has limited re- LABORATIVE Voice Against Cancer’’ is a coalition of many sources available to give these groups, says (By Amy Dockser Marcus) public health groups that lobbies Congress Sen. Mack, and without a common agenda, for more federal funding for cancer research. ‘‘funding levels haven’t achieved the level At the national Brain Tumor Foundation, Eight brain-tumor foundations, including where they can accomplish anything of sig- executive director Rob Tufel has a standard Mr. Tufel’s group in San Francisco, formed nificance.’’ reply for well-meaning families and patients the Brain Tumor Funders’ Collaborative to Linda Pilkington, a melanoma survivor who want to set up a patient-advocacy pool money to fund large projects. Earlier who is executive director of the Melanoma group: ‘‘Please don’t start another organiza- this year, they announced their first joint Research Foundation in Princeton, N.J., tion.’’ funding initiative, giving grants of $2 million says that the coalition talks had already There are 141 patient-advocacy groups that to each of three scientific projects. made a difference. In the wake of the meet- cover brain tumors, according to Mr. Tufel, Not all smaller groups see the proliferation ing, the groups agreed on some common while 43,000 people in the U.S. are diagnosed of foundations as a problem that needs fix- goals. While discussion about the coalition’s every year with primary brain tumors, be- ing. Many advocates started their work be- structure and mission continue, as a result nign or malignant. That’s roughly one group cause they lost someone to the disease, and of the group’s discussion, the Melanoma Re- for every 305 new patients. ‘‘It just doesn’t want to focus on highly personal goals or search Foundation was able to work with a make sense from the point of view of fund- local projects. Small groups also sometimes lobbyist and Ms. Kim to craft language that ing, or from the point of view of patients and worry about having to divert too much of was included in the current Senate Labor, families,’’ who must sort through the numer- their meager funds to big projects. ‘‘I don’t Health and Human Services, and Education ous organizations and Web sites for informa- agree with the idea that there are too many appropriations report for fiscal 2007. It calls tion, Mr. Tufel says. ‘‘Competition is good melanoma groups,’’ says Colette Coyne, who on the National Cancer Institute to convene because it keeps us on our toes, but at some founded the Colette Coyne Melanoma Aware- a group of patients and researchers to de- point . . . it becomes ineffective.’’ ness Campaign in New York with her hus- velop a five-year strategic plan for mela- Competition is an issue that many patient- band, Patrick, after their daughter died of noma research, including focusing on the advocacy groups wrestle with as they strug- melanoma. ‘‘Many work in their community. issue of how to speed up the development of gle to raise funds for research, attract great- I think it is a healing thing for people to cre- new therapies. er interest in their diseases, and speed up the ate a foundation when they have lost some- The effort hasn’t been easy. ‘‘Putting search for a cure. Increasingly, advocates are one.’’ groups together is like having your children asking: When it comes to a disease like can- The Coynes concentrate their efforts in work together,’’ says Valerie Guild, presi- cer, is it possible to set a common agenda New York, where they live. They have helped dent of the Charlie Guild Melanoma Founda- and speak with a unified voice? promote shade coverings in playgrounds and tion in Richmond, Calf., and part of the Now some groups have begun to debate helped push through tough legislation re- steering committee working on the mela- whether the large number of organizations garding the use of tanning salons by minors. noma coalition. It seems to make sense be- may be hindering as much as helping in their But they rely mainly on volunteers and raise cause they’re all siblings, ‘‘but try to get around $50,000 through a yearly walk and efforts. Many diseases—including AIDS, au- someone to decide what movie to go to on a dinner dance. ‘‘I’d be concerned about being tism and Parkinson’s disease—have more Sunday night.’’ Despite the challenges, a co- committed to large amounts of money for a than one group that lobbies Congress for alition can work, says Ms. Guild, who start- coalition when we’re never very sure what more funding and reaches out to patients ed her group in 2004 after her daughter died our income will be,’’ says Ms. Coyne. None- and families. With cancer, in particular, of melanoma. ‘‘Everybody really wants to theless, Ms. Coyne says she believes a coali- there has been an explosion in the number of get to the same place at the end of it all—a tion is necessary, and she wants to find a foundations and advocacy groups in recent treatment for the disease.’’ years, as the Internet allows patients to con- way for her group to join. Ms. Kim, the consultant, who is helping It is within the melanoma community that nect with one another more easily. It’s par- the melanoma groups create a coalition, says one of the most interesting and important ticularly true in rarer cancers such as brain there are a number of models that can help debates is going on regarding advocacy tumors or melanoma, where the ratio of the groups, amid growing attention to the dis- small or financially strapped organizations number of groups to the number of people ease. Steven A. Rosenberg recently an- contribute to a coalition. Among them: slid- who actually get the disease is especially nounced that he and other National Cancer ing-scale dues based on the size of a group’s high. There are an estimated 40 groups in the Institute scientists genetically engineered budget, or a program for helping coalition U.S. for melanoma—a disease that will see advanced melanoma patients’ own white members raise additional funds. Ms. Kim— about 62,190 new cases and 7,910 deaths in cells to recognize and attack their cancer who herself co-founded an advocacy group 2006, according to the American Cancer Soci- cells. In a report published about 15 of the called the Pancreatic Cancer Action Net- ety. patients, two of the patients saw their dis- work in 1999 after her father died of pan- Many of these groups wind up competing ease regress. Translational Genomics Re- creatic cancer—argues that ‘‘for rare dis- with each other for the same donors and the search Institute in Phoenix and the H. Lee eases, coalitions are vital. It’s a lot harder to same researchers to sit on their boards. Moffitt Cancer Center and Research Insti- make noise when there are not a lot of peo- There is the chance that groups will dupli- tute in Tampa, Fla., are working together to ple to advocate for you. It’s harder to get cate one another’s efforts, wasting resources create a kind of map of the human mela- people on the bandwagon.’’ by offering the same programming or serv- noma genome for researchers. These are the f ices. And busy legislators find themselves kinds of projects that a coalition of mela- uncertain about what the greatest need is for noma advocacy groups could help by lob- HONORING REVEREND ROBERT patients because each group emphasizes dif- bying for more federal funding and gener- MOORE ferent issues or aspects of the disease. ating greater public awareness about the There is also recognition that as cancer re- projects and the need for support. HON. RUSH D. HOLT search increasingly focuses on using costly, Nineteen different melanoma groups came OF NEW JERSEY cutting-edge technology to identify genes together in Bethesda, Md., in late March for and cellular changes as an avenue to new a meeting planned by the Melanoma Re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES treatments, progress is going to take huge search Foundation in order to debate wheth- Thursday, December 7, 2006 sums of money that small patient-advocacy er they should form a ‘‘One Voice Mela- Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- groups are unlikely to be able to raise on noma’’ coalition to increase the impact of their own. the community on a federal level. At the ognize The Reverend Robert Moore for twen- Advocacy groups need to ask, ‘‘Couldn’t we melanoma coalition meeting, one of the key ty-five years as Executive Director of the Coa- better leverage some of these resources that speakers was Connie Mack, who was the U.S. lition for Peace Action. you’re all spending?’’ says Paula Kim, whose senator from Florida from 1989–2001, and is a The Coalition for Peace Action began in Translating Research Across Communities melanoma survivor. Sen. Mack, who now 1980 when a group of religious congregations consulting group in Green Cove Springs, serves as chairman of the board of the in the Princeton area joined together to spon- Fla., and Fallbrook, Calif., works with pa- Moffitt center, told the patient representa- sor a Teaching Conference and Interfaith tient advocates. Many times, groups end up tives that their organizations could do much Service on the theme ‘‘Can We Reverse the ‘‘recreating the wheel’’ in doing very similar more, especially on Capitol Hill, if they work, she says. joined together. ‘‘Our challenge is to see that Nuclear Arms Race?’’ At a follow-up meeting Different strategies are being tried in order our voice is heard,’’ he told the advocates, several weeks later, a decision was made to to organize the patient-advocacy commu- ‘‘but the only way that this will occur is if form an ongoing organization dedicated to nu- nity. Some advocacy groups for major can- we speak with one voice.’’ clear disarmament—the Coalition to Reverse

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the Nuclear Arms Race. Rev. Moore served Armed Services Committee, LANE EVANS, a Mr. Pritzker’s important philanthropic gifts as Steering Committee Chair of the NJ Nu- veteran himself, a senior member of Congress have enabled The University of Chicago and clear Weapons Freeze Referendum in 1982 and the ranking Member of the House Vet- The Art Institute of Chicago to consistently op- and was instrumental in its successful pas- erans Affairs Committee, learned of my inter- erate at a high degree of excellence, and re- sage by two-thirds of New Jersey voters. est in veteran’s issues and took the time to main at the forefront of education and innova- As the Cold War drew to an end in the late show me ways to improve my service to vet- tion. 1980’s, the Coalition’s goals expanded to in- erans in my District and in our state. They Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the Fifth Congres- clude the related goals of reaping a major were lessons from a master, and they have sional District of Illinois, I congratulate Thomas peace dividend—a peace economy—and halt- left an indelible impression on me. Pritzker on his new title of Board Chairman of ing weapons trafficking, both internationally His expertise is legendary. He knows the The Art Institute of Chicago, and thank him for and domestically. In 1993, to reflect this needs of veterans; their programs, history, his many outstanding contributions to the city broader agenda, the members voted to problems and concerns. He forged alliances of Chicago. change the name of the organization to the across the aisle and put together coalitions to f Coalition for Peace Action. As other peace- pass legislation to keep this Nation’s promise seeking organizations have come into exist- to our veterans. As a Vietnam Veteran him- A TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSIONAL ence and faded away over the years, the Coa- self, he never forgot what it meant to serve BLACK CAUCUS LEADERSHIP lition for Peace Action has remained vibrant this country in the military. His ability is so because Rev. Moore has created an organiza- great that he can even make those who have HON. MAJOR R. OWENS tion that is relevant, well informed, committed never served also understand the military and OF NEW YORK and practical. its culture. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rev. Moore has been instrumental in the I will also never forget the fun we had when Coalition’s efforts to motivate and mobilize Mr. EVANS managed our Congressional bas- Thursday, December 7, 2006 peace and non-violence activists. As an exam- ketball team. We played games to help raise Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, in the past I ple, in the late 1980’s, the Coalition’s ‘‘Target funds for charity, and even though he was have often had the delight of saluting my de- Congress’’ project recruited and trained over stricken with Parkinson’s disease, which pre- parting colleagues with a tribute in Rap poetry. 500 citizen letter-writers to regularly write to vented him from participating, it was obvious At this point, however, circumstances have US Representatives. Those contacted showed how much he loved the team and the good- been reversed and I am departing. As I leave, significant movement toward pro-peace voting natured competition. He is a joy to be around, it will be my pleasure to offer some brief por- records. and an inspiration. traits in words describing the very able women Rev. Moore co-chaired the NJ Coalition Mr. Speaker, we need only look at the walls and men I leave behind. Against War in the Middle East in 1990–1991, of the Speaker’s Lobby or our committee Today I would like to highlight three out- opposing the first Persian Gulf War, and later rooms to appreciate that the House of Rep- standing members—EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON, the N.J. Coalition Against War in Iraq from resentatives will continue on long after we are DONALD PAYNE, and MAXINE WATERS—who 2002 to the present. Under his direction, the gone, and there is a certain comfort in the re- have served as President of the Congres- Coalition successfully lobbied Congress, as alization that this great institution, in which it is sional Black Caucus, CBC. The continually im- part of a national effort, to stop funding for our honor to serve, will endure. proving effectiveness of the CBC is due to the U.S. nuclear weapons testing. Despite an ini- However, I want Mr. EVANS to know how fact that it is able to benefit from the talent tiative engineered by the National Rifle Asso- much he has touched me and the other Mem- and know-how of a pool of very dedicated and ciation to rescind the New Jersey ban on as- bers of this Congress; to thank him for his competent leaders. They also have unique sault weapons, the law was preserved by an friendship, his leadership and for his service to personalities that can be appreciated with a intensive lobbying effort led by the Coalition. our Nation; and to let him know of our commit- few light-hearted verses, see three attached In 1995 the first Peace Voter campaign in the ment to build on the foundation that he laid RAP poems. down over his 24 years in Congress. country distributed tens of thousands of voter TEXAS MONA LISA f guides comparing candidates on peace and Power and mystery gun violence issues. In 2000, the Coalition HONORING THOMAS PRITZKER In generous portions mated; provided the first-in-the-nation ‘‘NonPartisan Fair time she allots Candidate Briefings’’ to five of six major party HON. RAHM EMANUEL For any issue debated candidates in New Jersey’s U.S. Senate pri- But her moods are rapidly rotated OF ILLINOIS mary, and to 3 of 4 major party candidates in Her anger can be swiftly escalated; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES two House races. Mess with Eddie Bernice’s pride Thursday, December 7, 2006 And she’ll quickly invite you outside. Rev. Moore is hailed nationally for his ability Once great goddess of reapportionment, to educate and mobilize citizens in the name Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Her lines drawn in stone would stay, of peace and disarmament. He is an out- congratulate Thomas Pritzker on being named Through ten years would never fray, standing example of a committed citizen tak- Chairman of the Art Institute of Chicago, and Untouched by rustler Tom DeLay. ing action for what he believes. Rev. Moore is to honor him on his many years of service to Slow sly smile a teacher, advisor, and motivator. the people of Chicago. Magnetic style Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues For more than a century, Chicago’s Art Insti- Great resource of charm and stealth to join me in congratulating The Reverend tute has served as one of America’s premier But on the side also some Texas wealth. Robert Moore on his twenty-fifth anniversary centers for art education and exhibition, nur- Struggle focused credo uniquely excited, Power and mystery tightly united, with the Coalition for Peace Action. turing the abilities of talented young artists, Beneath the strict no nonsense fashion f and bringing important works of art to the peo- Run deep wells of cosmic compassion. ple of Chicago and the nation. SPECIAL ENVOY PAYNE TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN LANE This great Chicago institution has been EVANS: A GREAT MAN home to great American artists such as Grant Female agents fondly remember his name— Tireless globetrotting fearless Don Payne. Wood, Georgia O’Keeffe, and Orson Welles. I Stealth master across the globe HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK have no doubt that under Mr. Pritzker’s lead, Always on the probe; OF FLORIDA it will continue to contribute profoundly to the Quiet in his command IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American cultural landscape. But tightly holds leader’s lives A lifelong Chicagoan, and graduate of The In the palm of his cool hand. Thursday, December 7, 2006 University of Chicago’s Schools of Law and When Donald says move Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am Business, Mr. Pritzker has tirelessly supported Charles Taylor hops into the groove; happy to join with Congressman COSTELLO the city’s institutions of higher learning Liberia from Jersey must learn and all of my colleagues in honoring a truly throughout his career. To let rule from Newark Take its empire turn. great man—Congressman LANE EVANS of Illi- Mr. Pritzker’s dedicated service includes Don travels nois, who will be leaving Congress after a years of philanthropic work with The University With the proud and brave, quarter-century of service to our country. of Chicago, where he sits on the Executive Somalia he single-handedly When I was a freshman Member of Con- Committee of the Board of Trustees, and 18 Sought to save. gress, and a new member of the House years as a Board Trustee for the Art Institute. Always on the probe

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Despite the Tireless globetrotting crafty Don Payne, ovation of notable city facilities, and oversaw atrocities they committed, they were afforded Lady agents fondly remember his name. the completion of dramatic private develop- due process. MEAN MAXINE ments that improved the city’s tax base and Remembrances such as these emphasize Queen Maxine long term viability. the need for restraint and upholding the rule of Can act hard and mean, He was serious about his commitment to law when dealing with war criminals. Regard- She can fertilize exceptional public service. He set high stand- less of the circumstances, we must exercise Any Congressional Record page ards, and initiated many programs that were the same due process when investigating and With unforgettable rage. innovative upon their implementation. Among prosecuting suspected terrorists and war crimi- Queen Maxine those are curbside recycling and composting, nals today. Can act hard and mean loose leaf collection, and a myriad of public I ask unanimous consent that the full tran- When the CIA deals dope safety initiatives—advanced life support, an script of this story from National Public Radio But her career fills with tears When hungry African kids emergency warning system, and an auto- be inserted into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. Are offered no help and no hope. mated notification system. As a believer in National Public Radio: Morning Edition, Soft candy at the core technology to provide efficient public service, October 2, 2006: Sixty years ago, the Inter- But like nails when there’s a need; he knew that there is no replacement for per- national Military Tribunal at Nuremberg With California flash sonal contact and required employees to not handed down its first verdict against Nazi And Southern mother wit just follow-up with residents, but to solve their war criminals. The Nuremberg trials were She’s a rare dynamite breed. problems. structured as a blueprint for something new in international law . . . ‘‘crimes against hu- With Hollywood skills During his tenure as Mayor, he changed the She makes political thrills, manity’’ and ‘‘crimes against peace’’. One foot in the palace of influence facade of Dearborn by initiating development The evidence presented was the first ac- The other planted on the street, projects that revived the critical downtown count to the world of the Nazis’ atrocities Mistress of coalition magic areas, including West Village and West Village and mass murders. Commentator Clancy She makes power methods meet. Commons in the west end, and Georgetown Segal was a sergeant in the American army CIA drug selling she labeled a fact Commons in the east end. His drive to keep of occupation in Germany. Iran Gate caught traitors in the act: Dearborn attractive for families and young pro- I was the only Jew in my unit. I told no To save Contras zealots were fessionals in the face of competition from one when I put my .45 automatic in my hol- ster and sneaked away to the International Selling weapons and flags newer communities culminated in the con- Who could doubt they had War Crimes trial at Nuremberg. Peddled drugs in little brown bags. struction of the Ford Community and Per- I wanted to look Herman Goering in the Outrageously right forming Arts Center in 2001. eye and shoot him dead. Maxine makes moderates uptight; Other significant projects included the ex- Next to Adolf Hitler, Goering was the most Radicals suspect her elegant style pansion of the Dearborn Ice Skating Center, powerful man in the Nazi Third Reich. He Cause she got arrested for Haiti the construction of a new Police Head- created the first concentration camps and he Wearing expensive stuff; quarters, the expansion of the Robert Herndon was the driving force behind the decrees Never mind the clothes, which stripped Jews of their civil rights. Dearborn Hills Golf Course, the redesign of In the foyer of the court building, Just a few weeks later Ford Woods Park, improvements to Camp Clinton told the Haitian dictators Furtherstrasse 22, military police made me That the CBC had enough. Dearborn and neighborhood pools and parks, check my weapon. At first I was angry. I’d Soft candy at the core and expansion of Esper Branch Library. stored up a lot of hatred for the top Nazis But like nails when there’s a need; While he will be remembered for his accom- like Goering who’d operated the ‘‘Final Solu- With California flash plishments, he will also be remembered for his tion’’ to kill Jews. And Southern mother wit humor and ability to relate to people. As an But inside the courtroom I felt something She’s a rare dynamite breed. accomplished speaker, he adeptly incor- like relief. Suddenly, it was unthinkable to add one more act of violence to the solemn, f porated jokes into formal presentations, and businesslike presentation of evidence. Evi- his conversation was pointed yet entertaining MOURNING THE PASSING OF dence which included the shrunken heads of with quips and impersonations. DEARBORN MAYOR MICHAEL tortured prisoners and lamp shades made of Mayor Guido’s impact upon the City of GUIDO human skin. It moved me beyond tears to a Dearborn and will continue to be recognized sort of numbness. within his community and nationally. During an The U.S. War Department was determined HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. interview years ago, he said he wanted his ep- that Goering and the other Nazis leaders OF MICHIGAN itaph to be ‘‘He loved the people of Dearborn, would receive a fair trial. At Nuremberg, there would be no secret evidence or closed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and they loved him . . .’’ We will all miss his proceedings. The Allies believed that would Thursday, December 7, 2006 leadership and will remember his legacy in the betray their ideal of restoring democracy in City of Dearborn. Germany. Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to f For three days, I couldn’t take my eyes off mourn the passing and commemorate the life Goering, who lounged in the dock like a of Dearborn, Michigan’s Mayor Michael Guido. NUREMBERG TRIALS bored Roman emperor. Minus his sashes and Mayor Guido, 52, passed away Tuesday night medals, he looked slightly naked in a white at his home surrounded by his family. HON. RUSH D. HOLT uniform jacket, even emaciated down from his former huge bulk. The son of Italian immigrants, Michael OF NEW JERSEY As concentration camp survivors testified, Guido got his start in politics in 1978 when he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was elected as the youngest Councilman in I sometimes caught Goering’s cold, Thursday, December 7, 2006 unblinking stare, which was full of contempt Dearborn history. Eight years later, in 1986, for the Tribunal and the witnesses. Councilman Guido followed up this historic Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to re- When the prosecution showed films of first by being the youngest person in Dearborn flect on the Nuremberg trials. piled-up corpses at Auschwitz, Goering kept history to be elected mayor—a capacity in After the unspeakable horrors that occurred turning his head away, sometimes in my di- which he served until his last days. during the Holocaust, the United States joined rection. I’m ashamed to say he stared me Despite being diagnosed with cancer in the international community in upholding the down, because I’d never before felt myself in February 2006, Mayor Guido remained on the rule of law and created the International Mili- the presence of such unmitigated evil. job every day, continuing to work long hours tary Tribunal. Unique in the history of the I returned to my unit and didn’t see Goering testify on cross-examination. News- at City Hall and around town, attending public world, the Nuremberg Tribunal honored our paper and radio correspondents like Walter events throughout his outpatient treatment. He commitment to law and an honest, open trial Cronkite told us of his brazen lack of repent- even found the strength to serve as 64th process. ance in the witness box. President of the United States Conference of I was reminded of all of this when I heard On Oct. 1, 1946, the Allied judges handed Mayors, proving himself many times over as a recent NPR story that told the personal ex- down their sentences. Most of the accused

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We gave Goering and the son’s issues on Capitol Hill and a great friend credit challenges such as low-income and other war criminals a chance not only to de- to both communities. Earlier this week, I was first-time homebuyers. fend themselves but in some cases, preach proud to see a bill passed that included a pro- Further, about 90 percent of the inde- hate and violence. gram, Parkinson’s Disease Research, Edu- pendent credit reporting agencies will be un- In a ruined Germany, where so many cation and Clinical Centers, PADRECCs, con- able to meet the additional contractual require- corpses still lay buried in the rubble, and life ceived and created by LANE. By working with ments being dictated by E&E. These credit re- seemed so very fragile, we found it in our- the former and current VA Administration, porting agencies will be unable to access the selves to give the worst of men due process. Representative EVANS helped to establish credit data from E&E and therefore unable to f these Centers that serve American veterans provide the mandatory three-file merged credit battling Parkinson’s disease. reports. They will quickly be forced out of busi- JUDGE THOMAS RUSSELL JONES nesses due to these changes. As a former Marine, Ranking Member on GREAT POINT-OF-LIGHT There is no new legislation, court case, reg- the VA Committee, and person battling Parkin- ulatory decision or other external event to jus- son’s disease, Representative LANE EVANS tify such action except to increase the reve- HON. MAJOR R. OWENS has a strong sense of mission about providing nues of these large companies at the expense OF NEW YORK the highest standards of care for both constitu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the consumer and to the detriment of small encies. Though I am sad to see LANE go, I am credit reporting companies. Thursday, December 7, 2006 encouraged by his commitment to help others The other repositories, TransUnion and and make a difference in people’s lives. I hope Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, Judge Thomas Innovis, have not chosen to drastically alter to continue his legacy while working with the Russell Jones was appropriately described as the joint use procedure. TransUnion is evalu- Working Group on Parkinson’s Disease to find an activist, soldier, assemblyman, civil rights ating its position and CBC Companies, the a cure for this terrible disease. lawyer, and judge at a memorial service held parent of Innovis, is challenging E&E’s pro- in Brooklyn, NY, at the Plymouth Church of This body is losing a true patriot, but we can posed new guidelines in federal court as a vio- ANE, that we are proud to know the Pilgrims on Tuesday, December 5, 2006. all agree, L lation of U.S. antitrust laws. you, proud to have served with you, and are My personal recollections of Judge Jones The end-user disclosure (joint use) require- proud to honor you today. compel me to describe him as a Great Point- ments have been working well since they were of-Light for all Americans. He was a rare lead- f enacted as part of the FCRA in 1997. The re- er with a great gift for inspiring others. He was cent actions by E&E do little to combat the in- CREDIT REPORTS an extrovert, outgoing, always giving advice cidence of identity theft and increase data se- freely, always offering encouragement gener- curity. The main reason for these policies is to ously. It is not exaggerating to call Tom Jones HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS raise revenue and decrease competition. The effort to implement these new reissue/joint use the Father of the Brooklyn Empowerment Spir- OF NEW YORK procedures and fees needs to be stopped in it. All aspiring candidates could look up to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tom Jones and his independent record and order to maintain a level playing field, continue see a clear standard for their future perform- Friday, December 8, 2006 effective competition in the marketplace and ance. He broke ground and ran for the As- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, my esteemed provide fair and equitable access to capital for sembly without the endorsement of the power- colleagues, thank you very much for the op- all Americans. Any efforts by the major credit repositories ful Brooklyn political machine. As a result of portunity to talk to you about an important to change the reissue process should not re- the bold moves of Tom Jones, civil rights ac- issue involving credit reports that will dis- strict competition. In order to protect both con- tivists for the first time began to examine elec- proportionately harm low-income homebuyers sumers and small, independent credit report- toral politics as a possible effective instrument and put most small independent credit report- ing agencies, E&E should make the following for change. To the picketing and the sit-ins we ing agencies out of business within a month. changes to their proposed reissue policies. added voter registration and voter participa- The issue involves the ‘‘joint use’’ of credit re- Continue to classify the GSEs, HUD and tion. Without Tom Jones and the pioneering ports for mortgages. Unity Democratic Club there would have been any other ancillary technology system that is ‘‘Joint use’’, ‘‘secondary use’’ or ‘‘reissue’’ part of the mortgage origination process as no successful election of Congresswoman refers to the long-standing practice (recog- Shirley Chisholm. His unblemished record of joint use, not the new created ‘‘reissue’’ or nized in the FCRA, by the Federal Trade ‘‘secondary use’’ classification. integrity and wisdom on the bench are out- Commission, and by the Office of the Comp- Allow credit-reporting agencies, at the direc- standing recent memories. Both his judicial ca- troller of the Currency), which allows a credit tion of the end-user of record, to reissue to reer and his political trailblazing are sparkling report to be jointly used by multiple entities le- any firm on one of the approved mortgage legacies which justify the citation of Judge gitimately engaged with the origination of a seller or servicer lists of Fannie Mae, Freddie Thomas Russell Jones as a Great Point-of- mortgage at no additional cost. Joint use of Mac, or HUD without end-user documentation Light for the people of Brooklyn and for all credit report information is essential for the and site inspections. Americans. proper functioning of the mortgage banking, Designate a reasonable flat fee for reissue. f brokerage and financing industries and is an Note: The changes to the 2003 FACT Act important process by which consumers shop which included a free credit report to every TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE for and obtain mortgage credit. LANE EVANS, MEMBER OF CON- American on an annual basis only required an Recently, two of the credit repositories, GRESS $.11 per file price increase while E&E’s pro- Equifax and Experian (E&E) have announced posed policy changes attempt to justify the new mandatory fees and burdensome require- SPEECH OF charge of $1.05 to $3.50 per file. ments for joint use of credit reports starting Thank you very much for the opportunity to HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY January 1, 2007. Consumers will now be bur- address this important topic. I strongly suggest OF NEW YORK dened with paying multiple charges for the that E&E reconsider the policies they plan to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one-time access of their credit report in order implement on January 1. Such policies will ul- to originate a single mortgage transaction. Un- timately hurt the consumer and will have a dis- Thursday, December 7, 2006 like other credit industries, the mortgage credit proportionate effect on low-income individuals. Mrs. MALONEY. Madam Speaker, I rise to reporting industry is required to depend on All Americans deserve the right to pursue the honor a dear friend and colleague, Congress- three-file merged credit reports provided by American dream of homeownership and man LANE EVANS. E&E and TransUnion. The proposed new pol- should not be restricted to access to loans be- I’ve gotten to know LANE through our work icy will significantly increase mortgage origina- cause of a policy intended solely to raise rev- as co-chairs of the Congressional Working tion costs. Costs for joint use of credit reports enue for two large credit repositories.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A07DE8.140 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2185 HONORING MARIANNE McGUIRE OF IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH AN- I request a written reply. ST. RENE CATHOLIC SCHOOL NIVERSARY OF SAINT CECILIA Sincerely, SCHOOL THOMAS J. NAGY. HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI ´ From: Shimkus, Albert J CAPT OF ILLINOIS HON. NYDIA M. VELAZQUEZ To: Thomas J. Nagy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW YORK CC: Herden, Mary J CAPT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Subject: Your Email of 12 November Friday, December 8, 2006 Date: 14 Nov 2006 Friday, December 8, 2006 Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to DR. NAGY: Thank you for your email note honor an outstanding educator in my district, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of 12 November. Marianne McGuire, who has been nominated on the floor of the U.S. House of Representa- I will forward your email note as you have for entry into the 2007 edition of Who’s Who tives to recognize Saint Cecilia’s School, lo- requested. Among American Teachers. For over 20 cated in Greenpoint, Brooklyn, as it celebrates Sincerely, 100 years of academic excellence. This insti- A. SHIMKUS, years, Mrs. McGuire has tirelessly served her Commanding Officer, students and the community at-large. tution has served the educational needs of Medical Treatment Currently, Marianne McGuire teaches the countless students in the community, and it is Facility, USNS fourth and fifth grades at St. Rene Goupil, a with great pleasure that I recognize its strident COMFORT (T–AH Catholic elementary school in Chicago’s Clear- efforts on this momentous occasion. 20). ing neighborhood. A graduate of Quincy Uni- Since its inception, Saint Cecilia’s has fos- versity and a veteran teacher, Marianne brings tered both the intellectual and spiritual devel- f valuable insight and perspective to the class- opment of local students, providing them with room. She has the reputation of being an ex- the resources they need for success in the UNBORN CHILD PAIN AWARENESS cellent academic instructor who is involved in classroom. Through the leadership and dedi- ACT OF 2006 the lives of her students before and after cation of its first rate faculty, this institution school—tutoring, assisting with the TerraNova boasts a commendable record of academic SPEECH OF tests, and coordinating the Geography Bee. achievement, thereby enriching the lives of HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Who’s Who Among America’s Teachers, school age children throughout our commu- first published in 1990, gives exceptional stu- nity. OF MINNESOTA dents an opportunity to honor the teachers St. Cecilia’s School has a longstanding tra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who have positively contributed to their lives dition of promoting a culture of community-ori- Wednesday, December 6, 2006 and invested in their futures. It is a great privi- ented citizens that are devoted to the interests lege to be included in this publication, which is of Brooklyn, as well as our Nation. Its com- Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- meant to let teachers know that they truly prehensive approach to education has contrib- er, I rise in strong opposition to H.R. 6099. make a difference. Mrs. McGuire’s impact has uted to the ongoing revitalization of our neigh- H.R. 6099 is an extreme intrusion into the given her a nomination to be included in this borhoods, inspiring a new generation of in- relationship between a woman and her doctor. publication. formed, engaged activists committed to real Rather than improving informed consent as It is my honor today to recognize Marianne change and, ultimately, a more prosperous fu- the authors claim, this legislation would put McGuire for her achievements as an out- ture. into federal law inflammatory rhetoric that has standing teacher. She and countless other Therefore, Mr. Speaker, please join me in not been proven to be fact. educators serve to enhance our overall edu- congratulating the students, faculty and par- In 2004 a federal district court found that cation system, while impacting one student at ents of Saint Cecilia’s School as they cele- there is ‘‘no consensus of medical opinion’’ on a time. I thank Marianne, along with all of our brate 100 years of educational distinction in the issue of fetal pain. According to the Jour- Nation’s teachers, for their hard work, dedica- the Greenpoint community and extending best nal of the American Medical Association, it is tion, and noble service. wishes for further success in the years that lie highly improbable that a fetus could feel pain ahead. before the third trimester. In addition, studies f f conducted by JAMA on this issue showed that additional anesthesia, as is proposed in this HONORING MONTEREY HIGH USNS COMFORT SCHOOL AS A NO CHILD LEFT bill, poses increased risk to a woman’s health. BEHIND BLUE RIBBON AWARD Yet this bill would force health care pro- WINNER HON. CYNTHIA McKINNEY viders to tell patients seeking an abortion that OF GEORGIA there is ‘‘substantial evidence’’ regarding fetal HON. BART GORDON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pain and force them to offer anesthesia for the fetus. It would also force the patient to sign a OF TENNESSEE Friday, December 8, 2006 statement to prove she understood that infor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. MCKINNEY. Mr. Speaker, I submit the mation. following for the RECORD: Friday, December 8, 2006 H.R. 6099, if passed, would actually require In an effort to save both U.S. and Iraqi a medical professional, under federal law, to Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lives by adhering to International War and honor the students, faculty and staff of Mon- common decency, I sent the following letter give women inaccurate and potentially harmful terey High School for earning a 2006 No Child to the Captain of the Navy’s top hospital information. This law makes no exceptions for Left Behind Blue Ribbon Award for academic ship. Thomas J. Nagy, Ph.D., Postdoctoral individual patient circumstances or a doctor’s superiority. Fellow in Public Health, Johns Hopkins, ’77– judgment of medical necessity. And if a doctor No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon schools ’79. does not provide this information, he or she are selected by the U.S. Department of Edu- NOVEMBER 12, 2006. will face civil sanctions. cation as a way to recognize schools across TO THE CAPTAIN, USNS COMFORT: Would it Our health care system—the best in the the country that show either high achievement not be to the benefit of all if the USS Com- world by many measures—depends on the fort were to return immediately to the Per- quality of our health care providers and their or dramatic improvement. sian Gulf to provide life-saving health care Monterey High School is a rural high school to Iraqi infants and children who are dying ability to communicate with and care for their with only 18 full-time teachers. Forty percent in huge numbers for the lack of medical patients. It is outrageous for Congress to re- of the school’s 373 students come from dis- services and supplies. move the discretion of doctors and instead, advantaged backgrounds. Despite this, the Further, does not the Geneva Convention rely on politics to make medical decisions. students consistently rank in the top 10 per- on the Responsibilities of Occupying Powers This legislation is based on inaccurate infor- cent on state achievement tests. require that the U.S., as the de facto if not mation and political motivation and should be This award is evidence of the hard work put de jure Occupying Power in Iraq furnish life- rejected. saving health care to Iraqis? forth by the faculty, students and staff at Mon- Finally, please forward my note to the U.S. I urge my colleagues to join me in opposing terey High School. I am truly proud of them for Navy’s Judge Advocate General as well as H.R. 6099 today and in working to improve their efforts, and I commend them on this the captain of the USN HOPE and the cap- health care for all Americans in the 110th achievement. tains of any other USN Hospital Ships. Congress.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 02:52 Dec 10, 2006 Jkt 059061 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.003 E08DEPT1 jcorcoran on PRODPC62 with REMARKS E2186 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 HONORING ROBERT ‘‘BOB’’ his many friends and admirers in paying trib- Hap is a distinguished member of the Mo- LAYHER OF HAYS, KANSAS ute to a great man. My thoughts and prayers bile, Alabama, community and a tremendous go out to Marian and her family during this advocate for all of south Alabama. During his HON. JERRY MORAN time of loss. career in the Alabama State Legislature, he OF KANSAS f worked tirelessly on behalf of south Alabama IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and served as chairperson of the Senate Agri- TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE culture Committee, Local Legislation Number Friday, December 8, 2006 LANE EVANS, MEMBER OF CON- Three, and the Senate Veterans Military Af- Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, today GRESS fairs Committee. I rise to express my admiration of a Kansan’s SPEECH OF Hap has been a professional consulting en- life—a life filled with honor and service to gineer since 1961 and is presently vice presi- country, community and family. Mr. Robert HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN dent of Malcolm Pirnie, Inc., a national firm ‘‘Bob’’ Layher of Hays, Kansas, a member of OF RHODE ISLAND with over 50 offices, where he concentrates on the Greatest Generation, lived life with integ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES municipal long range planning, finance, and rity, passion and enthusiasm. Thursday, December 7, 2006 operations. Like so many young Americans of his gen- Mr. Speaker, the faithful service of out- Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Speaker, I rise eration, Bob put country before self and joined standing Americans like Hap Myers has aided today to honor the service of my colleague the U.S. military. Bob proudly fought for free- in an immeasurable way to the well being of and good friend from Illinois, Mr. LANE EVANS. dom during World War II, though he began our community. I would like to offer my con- LANE has always served his country with serving prior to the start of the war. He was honor. From 1969 to 1971, he served in Viet- gratulations for his many personal and profes- among those who resigned their U.S. military nam in the U.S. Marine Corps, and as they sional achievements. I know his wife, Toni, his positions in order to volunteer for a covert op- say, ‘‘once a marine, always a marine.’’ When 3 children, his grandchildren and other family eration with the Chinese Air Force before the he was elected to Congress in 1982, he im- and many friends join with me in honoring his U.S. entered the war. For his service in China mediately worked to make sure veterans were accomplishments and extending thanks for his as a member of The Flying Tigers, Bob was given the benefits that they deserve, and he many efforts on behalf of the people of Mobile awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross. has fought to bring up issues that would go and the entire state of Alabama. Bob’s dedication to those he served with f and his preservation of their memories was unknown if it was not for his voice. For almost unsurpassed. While the history and service of a quarter of a century in Congress, LANE has WEYERHAEUSER COMPANY The Flying Tigers is well known in China, few been a champion of America’s veterans, and in our country know about the courage and his passion for this cause will truly be missed. LANE and I were able to develop a friend- HON. VIRGINIA FOXX heroism of these men. Bob took a lead role in ship that transcended politics. We worked to- OF NORTH CAROLINA making certain that his community knew about gether on many issues as members of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Flying Tiger’s mission of protecting Chi- House Armed Services Committee. Serving Friday, December 8, 2006 na’s important Burma Road from Japanese at- others, especially his constituents, was some- tacks. Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- thing LANE did exceedingly well. I was able to He was also involved in national education ognize the Weyehaeuser Corporation and its see this firsthand when I traveled to his district of The Flying Tigers. Appearing in stories and wonderful community service in assisting in in 2004. I was impressed, but not shocked, by presenting at schools, he shared the history of the relief efforts and the rebuilding of the gulf the large amount of people who showed up at this brave group of volunteers. During trips coast that was devastated by Hurricane an event he hosted, which certainly speaks to back to the area where they were stationed, Katrina in August 2005. This outstanding com- how well-liked and respected he is in the 17th members of The Flying Tigers found the need pany has gone well beyond the call of duty, district of Illinois. Serving with LANE has truly for education about their group was much less truly exemplifying what community service is. been an amazing and educational experience. necessary in China. The idea that Americans The Weyehaeuser Company was incor- Unfortunately, LANE has had to battle Par- would volunteer to defend another country all porated in 1900 and is one of the world’s larg- kinson’s Disease since 1995. In his fight for the sake of freedom made a great impres- est integrated forest product companies, against this debilitating disease, he has yet sion on the Chinese. headquartered in Federal Way, Washington, again shown courage and perseverance that While Bob was born and raised outside of employing 5,000 people in over 40 locations in proved to everyone that he was not going to Kansas, our state was lucky to have him settle 18 countries. In 2005, they recorded sales of easily give up. LANE has also been a great here and begin farming after his military serv- $22.6 billion and the company manages more partner in the effort to advance stem cell re- ice. Bob was born in Dallas, Oregon, on Sep- than 2.4 million acres of timberlands in three search, which is a matter of great importance tember 3, 1916. He graduated from the Uni- States. I am pleased to note that of the many to me. This effort will continue so that patients versity of Colorado where he also met his locations of the Weyehaeuser Company, two with spinal cord injuries, Parkinson’s Disease wife, Marian. In 1941, 4 days before he left for are in the Fifth District of North Carolina. and other conditions will benefit from this re- China, he and Marian were secretly married. In recognition of their outstanding commu- search in the future. This was also the same day as his birthday, nity service and dedication to helping those LANE, thank you for making a difference. so this way Bob would never forget their anni- who need it most, Weyehaeuser Corporation While you will be missed in the halls of Con- versary. has been recognized with the Ron Brown gress, I wish you the very best in the next A very involved member of his community, Award. This is the only Presidential award to chapter of your life. Bob participated in several civic groups. After honor companies ‘‘for their exemplary quality he moved to Hays in 1952, Bob became a f of their relationships with employees and com- member of the First Presbyterian Church and CONGRATULATING ALABAMA munities,’’ This award is presented to compa- the Order of the Eastern Star. He was also a STATE SENATOR HARRY E. nies that have set forth strong initiatives to member of the ISIS Shrine and the Masonic ‘‘HAP’’ MYERS FOR 12 YEARS OF strengthen their employees and the commu- Lodge in Salina. DISTINGUISHED LEGISLATIVE nity that surrounds them as well as promote Most important to Bob was his family. Over SERVICE pioneering business initiatives. The Ron the course of their 65 years of marriage, he Brown Award was originally established by and his wife were committed parents and HON. JO BONNER President Bill Clinton after the late Secretary of Commerce, Ron Brown, who believed that grandparents. Bob’s son, R.F. ‘‘Bobby’’ Layher OF ALABAMA ‘‘businesses do well by doing good.’’ In my Jr., followed in his father’s footsteps and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served as a pilot in Vietnam. Even though opinion, there is no better choice for this Bobby went on to be a civilian pilot, Bob and Friday, December 8, 2006 award than the Weyerhaeuser Company for its his son were still able to fulfill their dream of Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great outstanding work and dedication to our coun- farming together. pride and pleasure that I rise to honor Ala- try. In the many important roles Bob filled in his bama State Senator Harry E. ‘‘Hap’’ Myers for On December 4, 2006, the chairman, presi- life, he served out of a sense of duty and not 12 years of leadership and service to the citi- dent and CEO of Weyerhaeuser accepted the out of selfish ambition. He helped make his zens of Mobile and the entire state of Ala- Ron Brown Award from U.S. Secretary of community better and his nation safer. I join bama. Commerce Carlos M. Gutierrez at a ceremony

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He has also, through his infec- mony was the North Carolina Baptist Builders, were long and hot, the work was intense, but tious enthusiasm, his innovative work with pro- with whom Weyerhaeuser teamed up in the the rewards were immeasurable. This has fessional associations and his formal aca- gulf coast relief efforts. The North Carolina been an experience I won’t soon forget.’’ An- demic teachings, helped change the way we Baptist Builders is a faith-based organization other volunteer employee commented, ‘‘This think about environmental protection and stew- that set forth a large mission to rebuild 600 experience was such a blessing. I got so ardship. He epitomizes COEJLSC’s guiding homes along the coast. To the credit of the much more from it than I felt I gave.’’ Even principles and his work is perfectly aligned Baptist Builders, the Weyerhaeuser Company Weyerhaeuser’s retirees participated and one with COEJLSC’s mission and purpose. recognized their ‘‘smoothly-run rebuilding op- reflected of the occasion to assist those in I first met Joe in December 1976 when he eration to keep projects moving.’’ It is this kind need saying, ‘‘Having once more the oppor- interviewed for the position of executive direc- of forward thinking and teamwork that makes tunity to work side by side with other tor of the Santa Monica Mountains Com- the Weyerhaeuser Company so deserving of Weyerhaeuser employees and retirees made prehensive Planning Commission, a State the Ron Brown Award. me realize anew why I enjoyed working for agency created by legislation that I authored I am honored to have such a wonderful and Weyerhaeuser so much. It’s all about the peo- as majority leader of the California State As- dedicated company that operates in North ple and the values the company ascribes to. sembly. He was then a young member of the Carolina in places such as Charlotte, Greens- Thanks again!’’ conservation staff of the Sierra Club, but his boro, Newton and many other places, includ- Testimonies such as these speak volumes ideas impressed everyone and ultimately Gov- ing Elkin and Winston-Salem in the Fifth Dis- of Weyerhaeuser Company and its dedication ernor Edmund G. Brown, Jr., appointed him to trict. Weyerhaeuser Company has been oper- to its employees and others. It goes beyond the commission directorship. ating in North Carolina since 1957 with ap- helping those who are under its employment, His decision to implement the plan through proximately 3,090 employees. but it extends a helping hand to strangers to The dedication of Weyerhaeuser to the the establishment of the Santa Monica Moun- make the world a better place to live. I am tains Conservancy was an insightful—but community is astounding and sets a shining pleased that Weyerhaeuser has had a long example to other businesses about the impor- risky—decision to forego traditional ap- standing tradition in North Carolina and espe- proaches. I carried the legislation, and it was tance of community service and helping the cially in the Fifth District. It is without question less fortunate. To date nearly 300 employees a tough fight. Looking back, it was pretty au- an admirable and outstanding company that dacious of Joe to think that market forces and retirees from across the United States lives up to the highest meaning of community and Canada have volunteered more than could be used to control the market, and more service. audacious still to think that his band of plan- 42,000 hours of their time and helped rebuild Weyerhaeuser’s dedication to helping others 50 homes. Weyerhaeuser has a truly gen- ners and ecologists would be the ones to do is immeasurable and I cannot thank the com- it. But the gamble paid off. Now, 26 years later erous policy of allowing employees 2 to 4 pany enough for the work they have done and weeks paid leave to help volunteer in the re- the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy has continue to do. It is truly deserving of such a expended close to $550,000,000 and acquired building efforts of the gulf coast. Not only does prestigious award, and I am delighted to see it pay its employees while they are volun- and preserved more than 55,000 acres of park Weyerhaeuser’s efforts have been recognized and open space lands—much of it accessible teering their time, but it also pays their way by the administration. The work of its employ- and their spouses’ way down to the coast for and regularly enjoyed by the urban population ees and retirees shows that there is no one that surrounds it. the rebuilding efforts. Now, over a year later, more deserving. Serving his fifth Governor, Joe is close to Weyehaeuser employees are still participating f in reconstruction efforts and have contributed being the longest serving State agency head a combined disaster relief to date totaling TRIBUTE TO JOE EDMISTON in modern history. For a plodding bureaucrat more than $2.8 million. This is nothing short of that would not be so remarkable an accom- extraordinary. HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN plishment, but he is anything but that. Dy- namic, sometimes controversial, he has taken While I can mention some of the accom- OF CALIFORNIA the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy to plishments of the Weyerhaeuser Company’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES contributions, it is the people Weyerhaeuser the forefront of conservation leadership in has touched and the response it has received Friday, December 8, 2006 California and the Nation by his innovative ap- that truly shows the difference it has made not Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to proaches and his impact has even been felt in just to individuals, families and the community pay tribute to my close friend of more than 30 other countries that are attempting to model as a whole. As one family wrote in response years, Joe Edmiston, recipient of he Environ- his success. to the help from Weyerhaeuser volunteers, mentalist of the Year Award at the Coalition I am proud to know Joe. He and his wife ‘‘Because of all of your efforts, we are home! on the Environment and Jewish Life of South- Pepper are great friends and they have a Words cannot truly express the outpouring of ern California (COEJLSC)’s 7th Annual wonderful family. I ask my colleagues to join love we have received. We are eternally grate- Awards Reception. COEJLSC could not have me in honoring Joe Edmiston and congratu- ful to our Weyehaeuser family.’’ This shows chosen a more deserving person to receive lating him for receiving COEJLSC’s Environ- how the assistance of strangers can truly this honor. mentalist of the Year Award.

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