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HONORING THE LIFE OF RODNEY Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join INTRODUCING THE INVESTING IN ARDELL WELLS me in honoring the life of Rodney Ardell Wells. COMMONSENSE BALLISTIC MIS- His service and contributions to the nations SILES (ICBM) ACT OF 2021 HON. JIM COSTA and State of will be missed. I join OF CALIFORNIA his family and friends in celebrating Rodney’s HON. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES life. OF CALIFORNIA Wednesday, June 30, 2021 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to f Wednesday, June 30, 2021 honor the life of Rodney Ardell Wells. Rodney Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, the In- passed away on December 8, 2020. Rodney REMEMBERING MARILYNN JANINE DENHOLM vesting in Commonsense Ballistic Missiles was a veteran of the Navy, a fa- (ICBM) Act of 2021 bill will pause the develop- ther, grandfather, friend, and a husband to his ment of the Ground Based Strategic Deterrent best friend, Sherril. (GBSD) Intercontinental Ballistic Missile pro- Rodney was born on July 26, 1955 in To- HON. TIM RYAN gram, the planned replacement to the current peka, and was raised in Compton, OF OHIO California. As he got older, Rodney had the Minuteman III missile, and the associated urge to serve the . From IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES W87–1 nuclear warhead. Additionally, it re- 1973 to 2003, Rodney served active duty for quires the service life of the currently deployed more than 20 of those years, at sea. Wednesday, June 30, 2021 Minuteman III missiles to be extended until After serving in the Navy 12 years as Com- 2040—something that is both technically fea- Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor mand Master Chief on the USS Shiloh, USS sible and more cost-efficient. Pearl Harbor, and Chief of the Boat on the the life of Marilynn Janine Denholm, originally The world is witnessing a new nuclear arms USS Pogy, Rodney attended college. He grad- of Niles, Ohio, who passed away on Thursday, race, and this one is extremely dangerous as uated with a degree in Mechanized Agriculture June 24 at the age of 71. tensions rise between the Great Powers. As and a B.S. in psychology from Reedley Col- She was born in 1950, the daughter of Fred the United States, Russia, and China rush to modernize their nuclear arsenals, the trip wire lege. and Mary (Colla) Guerra. Marilynn was mar- Rodney worked at the Veterans Affairs Cen- is growing more taut. Observation and com- ried to her husband Dave for nearly 45 years. tral California Health Care System in Fresno, munication satellites and systems are increas- California as a Boiler Plant Operator. Rodney She had 3 children, 5 grandchildren, and ex- ingly vulnerable to attacks. All three countries was liked by all of the people he had the tended family and friends with whom she cher- are fielding stealth and hypersonic nuclear de- pleasure of meeting. He was a leader, wise, ished spending time. livery systems designed to evade detection. and a caring individual who was ready to help. Marilynn grew up in Niles, Ohio, and grad- The risk of a false alarm or a political mis- Rodney continued his giving back to the com- uated from Niles McKinley High School in calculation has always haunted the nuclear munity through helping other veterans like 1968. She earned her BA in Elementary Edu- landscape and they do even more today. himself at the hospital, but as well as helped As long as nuclear weapons exist we must cation from Youngstown State University to grow food. have a safe, secure, and effective nuclear de- When he was not working at the hospital, (YSU) in 1972 where she was also a member terrent. The simultaneous modernization ef- Rodney would grow seasonal varieties of of the Zeta Tau Alpha (ZTA) sorority. She forts across all three legs of the nuclear triad fruits, herbs, and vegetables. Rancho de Rod- earned her MA in Guidance and Counseling are an unnecessary and costly way to achieve ney founded in 2009, grew heirloom and cher- from YSU in 1978. Marilynn spent 13 years in our deterrent. The modernization includes the ry tomatoes, hot and sweet peppers, carrots, education in Ohio and 30 years in education Ground Based Strategic Deterrent (GBSD), thyme, sage, radishes, and more. In 2014 in Gaston County, NC. Mrs. Denholm loved the B–21 bomber, the Columbia-class sub- Rancho de Rodney was certified as organic by being a Guidance Counselor at Gardner Park marine, the Long-Range Standoff (LRSO) air- the CCOF. He participated in farmers’ markets launched cruise missile, the sea launched nu- at Fresno Kaiser, True Value Hardware in Elementary where she was able to help thou- sands of children. clear cruise missile, and new nuclear war- Oakhurst and the Peddler’s Corner in heads. The costs are extraordinary: a 2017 Coarsegold. Marilynn was an active member of the ZTA Congressional Budget Office (CBO) report es- As time went on, Rodney changed focus. Alumni group and recently received her 50- timated that the 30-year cost of nuclear weap- They were growing food not to sell, but for do- year alumni pin. She also volunteered with the ons spending would be $1.2 trillion ($1.7 tril- nation. A disabled veteran owned business, Blumenthal Performing Arts for 20 years. Rodney and his wife Sherril moved towards a lion adjusted for inflation). As the Government non-profit status. Their love for their commu- Survivors include her husband, David; chil- Accountability Office recently noted, the cur- nity and those in need were evident. They dren Kristine (Seth Thompson) of Phoenix, rent plan to modernize every part of the arse- nal at the same time is a recipe for schedule were known to help St. Benedict Catholic AZ; David (Nichole) of Merritt Island, FL; and delays and cost overruns. Worker on distributing their fresh produce to Victoria of Madrid, Spain; grandchildren David, families and individuals. Rodney was also in- The ICBM leg of the Triad deserves special Hannah, William and Henry Denholm, and attention. The total price tag to procure the volved with African American Farmers of Cali- Nora Thompson; and brother Fred (Gretchen) fornia headquartered in Fresno. Before his GBSD is projected to be at least $95 billion, Guerra of Cuyahoga Falls, OH. Her parents passing, Rodney spent his last Saturday with and $264 billion when accounting for total life- his fellow veterans at the African American Fred and Mary Guerra preceded her in death. cycle costs. A GBSD pause will help defray Farmers of California demonstration site work- I am honored to have called Marilynn my short-term costs for the Air Force and will also ing on the vegetables he grew for the Catholic Godmother. She was an incredible woman defer a long-term expenditure. Additionally, the W87–1, the warhead that is being designed Worker. that dedicated her life to helping others, and I for the GBSD, will cost at least $12 billion to Rodney was a proud descendent of mem- was lucky enough to have personally known bers of the Civil War’s U.S. Colored Troops build—and is not part of the estimated GBSD how truly kind her spirit was. Throughout her and the Cherokee Freedom. He was a friend procurement cost of $95 billion. To build new to many in his life and evolved his passion to life as an educator, she touched countless warhead cores for the W87–1, the National giving back to others with his wife by his side. lives of the children that she taught. My con- Nuclear Security Agency (NNSA) is expanding He is survived by his wife, Sherril, sister dolences go out to her family and friends. She plutonium pit production, which will cost at Deborah, daughter Charletha Harris, grand- will be dearly missed. least another $9 billion through the late 2020s children and greatgranddaughter. according to the Congressional Budget Office.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jul 01, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A30JN8.001 E30JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS E720 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 30, 2021 We do not need a new ICBM to provide a Transferring back to the Air Force all unobli- crats. This history is integral to the discussion robust deterrence. The existing MMIII can gated funds for the GBSD program, and trans- we’re having today, as the men who fought to serve until 2040 with one more life extension, ferring unobligated funds for the W87–1 war- perpetuate slavery, impose racist policies, and which is technically feasible. Lieutenant Gen- head modification program from the National oppress newly freed Black Americans were all eral Richard M. Clark, then-Air Force Deputy Nuclear Security Administration to the Treas- Democrats. Chief of Staff for Strategic Deterrence and Nu- ury. Now, the Democrats of today don’t want you clear Integration, noted in testimony before the I shall end this with a personal memory of to know that. Committee on Armed Services of the House of a visit to a United Kingdom that They’ve worked hard to hide their history Representatives that we have ‘‘one more op- was about to deploy with 16 ICBM’s and mul- and supplant the accurate story of their party portunity’’ to conduct life extension on the Min- tiple nuclear bombs. The captain took great with the narrative of the Democratic savior. uteman III intercontinental ballistic missile, in- pride in his ship and its role in deterrence. As What they’re attempting to do today is further dicating the technical feasibility of extending we were leaving the sub I asked him, ‘‘Sup- bury their racist past and hide it from the the Minuteman III missile. pose you are ordered to launch your missiles American people. Other independent experts have confirmed and their nuclear bombs. You follow the order I represent Tulsa, a city that knows some- the feasibility of a MMIII life extension. In fact, and launch your missiles. Then what do you thing about Democrats hiding their past. Just the Air Force intends to do just that. It will up- do? Go home? To what?’’ He did not reply. this month, we observed 100 years since the grade and extend the life of existing MMIII f horrific race massacre that destroyed Black missiles while it is replacing others with the Wall Street and killed hundreds of Black GBSD. The swap out plan is an admission PERSONAL EXPLANATION Tulsans. These attacks were orchestrated by that the life extension is not only possible but Oklahoma Democrats and subsequently hid- has already been factored into the existing HON. den by Oklahoma Democrats for decades, plan. OF until we began to seek out the truth. Maintaining and upgrading the current Min- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tulsa no longer hides this shameful part of uteman III missile is technically possible, and our history. Under Republican leadership, Wednesday, June 30, 2021 according to a 2017 CBO report, it would cost Tulsa has worked hard to honor the memories $37 billion less than developing and deploying Mrs. HARTZLER. Madam Speaker, on Mon- of the race massacre victims and share the the GBSD through 2036. day, June 28, 2021, I was unable to vote. Had accurate history of the horrific, racist attack Budget analysts who watch Pentagon budg- I been present, I would have voted as follows: that took place 100 years ago. ets have warned that an unaffordable ‘‘bow YEA on Roll Call No. 186, YEA on Roll Call We are stronger now because of our com- wave’’ would occur as the Pentagon plans to No. 187, and NAY on Roll Call No. 188. mitment to shine a light on our history . . . upgrade every weapon system at the same f even the painful pieces. We do not hide it, ob- time. Former Secretary of the Air Force Heath- fuscate it, or rewrite it—like my Democratic NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MUSEUM er Wilson noted in December 2020, ‘‘the next colleagues are attempting to do today. fiscal year (FY22) will see a steep increase in ACT There are men on display in the Capitol the cost of refurbishing our nuclear deterrent, Building who did terrible things. They should and with a flat budget, the Air Force can’t do HON. never have been placed in such positions of this without crushing its ability to handle all of OF prominence, but it was Democrat leaders at its other missions.’’ The current leadership of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the state level who sent them here. Many the military must answer the question, ‘‘What Wednesday, June 30, 2021 such states are now working to remove their critical weapon, defense system, or benefit for statues under the proper process, led by Re- the troops and their families could be funded Ms. HERRERA BEUTLER. Madam Speak- publican leaders at the state level. with the $37 billion saved by pausing the er, I was unaware that the National Children’s Congressional Democrats are attempting to GBSD Missile program?’’ Museum was linking to resources that may usurp the authority given to our states and Any discussion of the GBSD and the MMIII promote critical race theory or its principles claim it as a moral victory for themselves. must include the question ‘‘Do we need when I initially became a cosponsor. I oppose For the statues and busts under Congres- ICBM’s sitting in 400 silos in the upper mid- H.R. 1703 because I do not support using tax- sional jurisdiction, I fully support efforts to re- west to have an effective deterrent?’’ There is payer dollars for these purposes. move terrible men from positions of promi- a powerful argument that they are not nec- f nence, but I cannot justify usurping power essary. The bomber fleet, together with Amer- REPLACEMENT OF BUST OF from the states—states that are already work- ica’s Trident II D5 Submarine Launched Bal- ROGER BROOKE TANEY WITH ing to rectify the decisions made generations listic Missiles, can deliver several times more BUST OF THURGOOD MARSHALL ago by racist Democrats. nuclear bombs to any part of the globe than I urge my colleagues to join me in opposi- the 400 silo-based ICBM’s. Moreover, it is ar- SPEECH OF tion to this bill. gued that the silo-based ICBM’s are inherently f dangerous because their location is known HON. and they must therefore be launched within OF OKLAHOMA HONORING THE LIFE OF DONALD F. SALADINO minutes of notification of a nuclear attack or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES be lost to an incoming missile attack. Tuesday, June 29, 2021 In every ICBM silo lies the existential risk of HON. JIM COSTA a false alarm or a miscalculation. Both have Mr. HERN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to OF CALIFORNIA happened in the past but fortunately the errors shed some light on history. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES were discovered in time to save human life on In 1854, members of the Whig Party met to Wednesday, June 30, 2021 our planet. Bombers can be recalled and subs begin discussions on a new political party— cannot be found as they hide in the oceans, the primary platform being the abolition of Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to thereby providing critical time for a thoughtful slavery. honor the life of Donald F. Saladino. Donald and fully informed decision before pressing the The idea spread like wildfire, and just six passed away on June 1, 2021. Donald was a button. years later, the newly formed Republican Veteran of the United States, a loyal family- The ICBM Act bill will strengthen our na- Party successfully elected their first President, oriented son, a husband, father, grandfather, tional security and save billions of tax-payer Abraham Lincoln. great grandfather, and a friend. dollars by: Republican leadership fought to eradicate Donald was born on August 5, 1927 in Fres- Prohibiting the use of funds for the GBSD the scourge of slavery, defeat the racist no, California. He spent his youth dedicated to program and W87–1 warhead modification Southern Democrats, and forge a new future the Catholic church, as he attended St. program for fiscal years 2022 through 2031; for America where all were equal—no matter Alphonsus Catholic School and served as an Extending the service life of the Minuteman the color of their skin. altar boy. While attending Edison High School, III missiles until at least 2040, and requiring Republicans, as the Speaker of the House he found passion in basketball, where he was use of nondestructive testing methods and so eloquently explained earlier, voted to pass recruited to play for the New York Knicks. technologies similar to those used by the Navy the 14th amendment to give Black Americans However, with his strong family bonds, Donald for Trident II D5 SLBMs; and the right to vote. Against the will of the Demo- decided to stay at home, where he became a

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jul 01, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A30JN8.003 E30JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS June 30, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E721 part of his family’s grocery store as a butcher It is with a heavy heart that we announce Richard lived a long and wonderful life full and where he found the love of his life, Anna. that Richard A. Stombres passed away at of love and laughter. He was a devout Chris- Donald’s love for family extended to a global Banner Desert Medical Center in Mesa, Ari- tian, faithful servant to his country, a loving zona on June 19, 2021. He was born on Sep- husband, a caring brother, and wonderful fa- level where he decided to serve for people tember 24, 1936 in Aurora, Illinois to Adam H. ther. We will miss you every day. around him. In 1945, Donald joined the Mer- Stombres and Frances May Jeffers Stombres. Condolences may be left on Richard A. chant Marines. In 1946, he was drafted into The Stombres family, including Richard Stombres online guest book at the Army, and while stationed in Berlin, he and his younger brother Don, moved from Il- www.sonoranskiesmortuaryaz.com. joined the marching band, where they per- linois to Phoenix in 1946. His youngest broth- f formed for all U.S. dignitaries and service per- er Glenn and his sister Patrice were both born in Phoenix. Richard graduated from 16TH DISTRICT CONGRESSIONAL sonnel. In 1951, he joined the Navy Reserves West High School in 1954. He attended the LAW ENFORCEMENT AWARDS where he was discharged in 1955. United States Military Academy at West Donald was an outstanding talent in the Point, Arizona State University, and Boston kitchen. Using his family recipes that were University where he earned a Bachelor’s and HON. brought over from the Calabrese region of a Master’s degree. While he would live in OF Italy, he began to make their special family many places throughout his life, he always IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sausages in 1944. Saladinos Catering was considered Arizona to be his home. Wednesday, June 30, 2021 Richard joined the Army in 1961 and faith- created with Anna by his side working just as fully served his country for 28 years as an In- Mr. BUCHANAN. Madam Speaker, I rise much as Donald did. He connected with the fantry Officer. He was a graduate of the In- today to pay tribute to law enforcement men through his dishes and by fantry Officer Basic Course, the Ranger and women who have provided distinguished providing employment for students from his School, the Airborne Course, the Pathfinder service to the people of Florida’s 16th Con- local high school, San Joaquin Memorial. In Course, the Marine Amphibious Warfare gressional District. 1980, his son Craig, joined the family business School, and the Command and General Staff Law enforcement is a demanding profession and to this day, Saladino’s Foodservice has College. Lieutenant Stombres was assigned to the that requires sacrifice, courage and a dedica- continued to have the same quality and stand- 101st Airborne at Fort Campbell, tion to serve others. Every day, brave men ards set forth by its founders. Kentucky when he met Vickie M. Hayes and women put themselves in harm’s way to Donald spent his time donating to various from Clarksville, Tennessee. They were mar- enforce the laws of our society and protect charities, organizations, and philanthropic pur- ried at Fort Campbell in 1961. Lieutenant public safety. They deserve our gratitude and poses. Amongst spending quality time with his Stombres was sent to Vietnam in 1963 where respect. wife, he enjoyed several activities with his he served as a Military Advisor to the Army Eleven years ago, I established the 16th family and close friends. Donald had many of the Republic of Vietnam until July of 1964 District Congressional Law Enforcement when he was wounded in action. He would go memories in the kitchen and creating dishes on to serve a second tour in Vietnam from Awards, CLEA, to give special recognition to for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. 1967 to 1968 where he was attached to the law enforcement officers, departments or units Ranging from hosting parties, catering events, Military Assistance Command, Vietnam for exceptional achievement. traveling and exploring the world with Anna (MACV). This year, I will present congressional law and their close cousins. He loved his family Upon his return from Vietnam, Richard enforcement awards to the following winners and his two children. Donald always reminded was stationed at numerous bases around the chosen by an independent panel comprised of his family to never forget where they came world including Fort Hood, Texas; Fort current and retired law enforcement personnel Benning, Georgia; Fort Ord, California; from and how important it was to have strong Frankfurt, Germany; the Pentagon; and representing a cross-section of the district’s values, ethics and wisdom. He spent his entire AFCENT HQ in Brunssum, the Netherlands. law enforcement community: Above and Beyond the Call of Duty Award: life fulfilling his family traditions of providing for Dick and Vickie’s two boys, Richard and Ste- his family through food, well into the last ven were born in 1969 and 1970 when then- Sergeant Aaron Bowling, and Detectives Tyler Ackerman and John Jones, Jr., of the weeks of his life. Stombres was serving in the Army’s Old Guard and stationed at Fort Myer, Vir- Manatee County Sheriff’s Office. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Associate Service Award: Director ginia. me in honoring the life of Donald F. Saladino. Richard was the recipient of the Bronze Matoaya Wimbley of the Manatee County His service and contributions will be missed. I Star medal with Oak Leaf Cluster, the Pur- Sheriff’s Office. Dedication and Professionalism Award: join his family and friends in celebrating ple Heart, the Combat Infantryman Badge, Corporal Christopher P. Slowick of the Flor- Donald’s life. the Vietnam Service Medal with 5 Service ida Highway Patrol; Sergeant Dino Murges, f Stars, the Republic of Vietnam Gallantry Cross with Palm Unit Citation, the Ranger Detectives Derek Pollock and Raymond PERSONAL EXPLANATION Tab, the Airborne Badge, and numerous Richter of the Manatee County Sheriff’s Of- other ribbons and decorations. fice; Assistant State Attorneys Dawn Buff Richard married Joan Giambruno of Glen and Courtney Hollen of the 12th Judicial Cir- HON. EARL L. ‘‘BUDDY’’ CARTER Cove, New York in March of 1984. After retir- cuit State Attorney’s Office; Lieutenants OF GEORGIA ing from the Army, Richard was able to Adam Kaskey and Jamesa Tose, Sergeants Don Bennett, Sam Lutz and Ray White, Dep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES work in the furniture business with his brother Don. He also indulged the other pas- uties John Albee, Mark Eve, Wida Law, Phil Wednesday, June 30, 2021 sion of his life, teaching. He and Joan lived Lucia, Grace Luh, Dean Pappas, Teodora Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Madam Speaker, in West Hartford Connecticut; Seal Beach, Perez, Luis Reyes, Neftalii Santos, Daniel Schenck, Rod Stewart, Deb Stookey, Mark I was unavoidably detained. California; Havre-de-Grace, Maryland, and Colorado Springs, Colorado. Truskowski, Ray Vlek and John Wenzel, Ci- Had I been present, I would have voted Richard eventually returned home to Ari- vilian Lou Wolf, Detectives Hayden Gallof NAY on Roll Call No. 193, YEA on Roll Call zona. In 2012, Richard married Nancy and Brendan Keats, Chief Pilot Brent No. 194, NAY on Roll Call No. 195, and NAY Huemoeller of Lanesboro, who Wineka, Pilots David Bouffard, Chirs Laster on Roll Call No. 196. described him as ‘‘The Best Husband in the and Stephen Shull (posthumous), Mechanics f World.’’ They lived in Mesa, Arizona where Arthur Grassia and Douglas Wenz, and Radio they were active members of the Central Technician Steve Duzs of the Sarasota Coun- REMEMBERING RICHARD ADAM Christian Church of Arizona. Richard and ty Sheriff’s Office. STROMBRES Nancy loved to go dancing, travel, and visit Gary Tibbetts Career Service Award: De- family. tective Eddie Howell of the Sarasota Police Richard was preceded in death by his fa- Department; Manager Valorie Knight of the HON. JOE WILSON ther Adam, his mother Frances, his brother Bradenton Police Department; Major Daniel OF SOUTH CAROLINA Glenn, and his wife Nancy. Kaufman of the Manatee County Sheriff’s Of- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Richard is survived by his son Richard, Jr. fice; Joseph (Chris) Panichello of the Sara- (Heather) Stombres of Fairfax, Virginia; his sota-Manatee Airport Authority. Wednesday, June 30, 2021 son Steven (Kristen) Stombres of Fairfax, Preservation of Life Award: Officers Paul Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam Virginia; his brother Donald (Grace) Gagnon, Jared Lawhead, David Roberts and Stombres of Scottsdale, Arizona; his sister Cody Stanaland of the Sarasota Police De- ECORD Speaker, I would like to include in the R Patrice Babcock of Moorpark, California, partment; Sergeant Keith Noordzy, Deputies the following obituary for Richard Adam and his grandchildren Katherine Stombres, Keith English, Tyler Lewis, Donald Mays, Stombres. Elaine Stombres, Abigail Stombres, Samuel Jacob Merrill, Deborah Perry, Jonathan Richard Adam Stombres Stombres, and James Stombres of Fairfax, Rubi, Todd Seillitto and Patti Smith of the September 24, 1936–June 19, 2021 Virginia. Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.

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This past Easter, two years in the Army’s Counterintelligence IN RECOGNITION OF DEPUTY JON they gave away food and Easter baskets to Corps, then attended the University of Cali- HOLT over 400 families in need. Whether it is a holi- fornia, Berkeley School of Law where he was day or tragedy, Operation H.O.P.E. is there the only Latino in his 1958 graduating class. HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN when we need them. Cruz was known as a trailblazer to those I am proud to be sharing Operation who crossed his path. He began his career in OF VIRGINIA H.O.P.E.’s work today, and am grateful for service as a staff secretary for the office of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their continued service to our community. Governor Edmund G. ‘‘Pat’’ Brown and asso- ciate general counsel of the Equal Employ- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 f ment Opportunity Commission. Cruz became Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise the first Latino director of the California Rural today to recognize Deputy Jon Holt for his he- HONORING PAUL DELACRUZ Legal Assistance organization, and the first roic actions and continued outstanding serv- MEGIA Latino to be a law professor at the University ice. of . What brought him back to Most recently, Deputy Holt has been recog- HON. JERRY McNERNEY California was his historic 1976 appointment to nized for his courageous act of heroism in the OF CALIFORNIA the Court of Appeals, 3rd Appellate District, as line of duty. Single-handedly, Deputy Holt res- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the first Latino to fill the seat. Again, he was cued a woman from being crushed and suffo- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 the first Hispanic Associate Judge on the Cali- cated underneath an overturned car when he fornia Supreme Court. lifted the vehicle off the trapped woman. Both Mr. MCNERNEY. Madam Speaker, once again, our nation has experienced a mass He was a leader, a wise, and a caring indi- the mother and her child were able to walk vidual who was ready to help. Cruz continued shooting, this time in our own neighborhood. away from the accident unharmed. his service to others as he practiced in law The deadly shooting that occurred on This was not the first time that Deputy Holt firms. He was a mentor and a law professor Wednesday May 28, 2021 at the Santa Clara has exhibited bravery and commitment to pub- at the University of California Valley Transportation Authority too the lives of lic safety. Deputy Holt was also recognized by School of Law. Cruz was given the inaugural the Greater Hampton Roads Regional Crime nine individuals. It is with great sadness that Boochever and Bird Endowed Chair for the Line as both the local and regional ‘‘Top Cop’’ I share one of those individuals was my con- Study and Teaching of Freedom and Equality after rescuing two people trapped in a burning stituent, Paul Delacruz Megia. at the University of California Davis School of house. Paul Delacruz Megia immigrated to the Law. While doing so, he also began his eleven In addition to his eight years with the United States from the Philippines at a young years of service on the U.S. Commission on Gloucester County Sheriff’s Department, Dep- age and was a resident of Mountain House, Civil Rights, where he served as the vice uty Holt served his country in Iraq as a mem- California. He was a son, brother, husband, chairman. ber of the Virginia National Guard. In 2007 he and father who leaves behind his wife and When he was taking a break from lending a was severely wounded by an improvised ex- three children. hand, he was getting recognized for his inspir- plosive device while on patrol in Baghdad. Fol- Paul joined Valley Transportation Authority ing and tireless commitment to service. Cruz lowing several years of rehabilitation and after in 2002 as a bus operator trainee and worked received eight Honorary Doctorates. President medical retirement from the military, Holt his way up to an assistant superintendent in Clinton awarded Cruz the Presidential Medal joined the Sheriff’s Department. service management. His supervisor shared of Freedom in 2000 and the Hispanic Heritage Currently, Deputy Holt is completing his that he had a calming effect on others and Foundation Award. Additionally, there con- master’s degree in National Security and re- was always willing to lend a helping hand to tinues to be an investment to help students cently began his assignment with the Glouces- those in need. with their law school endeavors through fel- ter Investigations Unit where he hopes to con- Paul is remembered as full of life and love. lowship and scholarship opportunities in tinue to serve his country and community. He helped others to reach their goals of pur- Cruz’s name. His legacy continues to be felt in Deputy Holt has repeatedly put his own life suing careers in transportation by serving as a Sacramento through the Cruz Reynoso Bar on the line to keep others safe. It is an honor mentor with the Overhead Line Worker ap- Association. Cruz was a proud son of a farm to recognize his valiant efforts and know that prenticeship program at Mission College in working family. He spent his entire life in serv- his substantial contribution to law enforcement Santa Clara, also serving as the liaison be- ice advocating for workers and immigrants has not gone unnoticed. I commend Deputy tween the College and Valley Transportation throughout his career. He was a friend to Jon Holt for his service throughout the years. Authority. Paul cared for others and in his final many in his life and evolved his passion to Therefore, Madam Speaker, I ask that you rise moments, he risked his life to keep his co- giving back to others. with me to recognize the brave and humble workers safe. He is a hero, and his courage He is survived by four brothers and four sis- service of Deputy Jon Holt. will never be forgotten. ters; four children and their spouses; two step- children and their spouses; seventeen grand- f I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the life and memory of Paul Delacruz Megia. children, three step grandchildren and two RECOGNIZING THE WORK OF f great grandchildren. OPERATION H.O.P.E. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join HONORING THE LIFE OF JUSTICE me in honoring the life of Justice Cruz HON. CRUZ REYNOSO Reynoso. His service and contributions to the Nation and State of California will be missed. OF TEXAS I join his family and friends in celebrating IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JIM COSTA Cruz’s life. OF CALIFORNIA Wednesday, June 30, 2021 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Ms. ESCOBAR. Madam Speaker, today I HONORING MR. JAMES MCINGVALE rise to recognize the work and service of Op- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 eration H.O.P.E. Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Operation H.O.P.E, which stands for Help- honor the life of Justice Cruz Reynoso. Cruz HON. STEVEN M. PALAZZO OF ing Other People Endure, was founded in passed away on May 7, 2021. Cruz was a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2009 by Angel Gomez, a life-long El Pasoan Veteran of the , a law pro- and U.S. Navy veteran. Throughout the fessor, role model, a father, grandfather, hus- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 COVID–19 pandemic, Operation H.O.P.E. has band. Mr. PALAZZO. Madam Speaker, I rise today provided funeral assistance to over 1,100 fam- Cruz was born on May 2, 1931 in Brea, to honor the outstanding work of Mr. James ilies who have lost loved ones. In the wake of California and was raised in a barrio outside of W. Mcingvale who is retiring from Ingalls ship- the August 3, 2019 domestic terrorist attack La Habra, California. With his experiences, yard after more than four decades of service that killed 23 beautiful souls and wounded public and community service grew to become to South Mississippi.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jul 01, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A30JN8.010 E30JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS June 30, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E723 Jim is a native of Batesville, Mississippi, and financial aid, career education, TRIO, and RECOGNIZING MICHAEL J. is a 1976 graduate of The University of Mis- youth employment. GEORGINI FOR HIS SERVICE TO sissippi. He resides in Pascagoula with his Upon returning to California, he was ap- MID FLORIDA COMMUNITY SERV- wife, Nancy, with whom he will celebrate 45 pointed to be the Director of Community and ICES, INC. years of marriage in August of this year. Their Organizational Relations for the Educational daughter, Brooke, will be the first to tell you Testing Service’s Western Regional Office and HON. DANIEL WEBSTER that her father has been the ultimate role later promoted to Regional Office Director. OF FLORIDA model and mentor in her life. She grew up un- In 1997, Dr. Perez joined the National His- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES derstanding the value of hard work and dedi- panic University (NHU) in San Jose, California Wednesday, June 30, 2021 cation as she truly was a part of the Ingalls as the director of Institutional Research and family. Some of her favorite memories are was promoted to provost and vice president of Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Madam Speaker, from attending the revered tradition of Naval Academic Affairs. He engineered the success- it is with sincere appreciation that I recognize ship christenings, as well as meeting the ships ful WASC accreditation for NHU as the first Michael J. Georgini for his leadership and sponsors and guests. Latino non-profit independent senior college service as Chief Executive Officer of Mid Flor- Jim began his career at Ingalls in 1977 as on the West Coast. In 2004, Dr. Perez was ida Community Services, Inc. for the past 42 a photographer and has progressed through selected as the vice president of Student years. After more than four decades of serv- the years to various positions of increasing re- Services at Golden West Community College ice, Mr. Georgini will retire from Mid Florida sponsibility. Jim, has been a tireless advocate in Huntington Beach, California where he was Community Services, Inc. this June. for America’s naval supremacy on the high a senior administrator engaged in construc- Since 1978, Michael J. Georgini has been seas, through shipbuilding which helped to im- tion, enrollment management, accreditation, Chief Executive Officer of Mid Florida Commu- prove the quality of life for all Mississippians. and fiscal management. nity Services, Inc. Mr. Georgini holds a bach- Jim’s list of accomplishments is extensive, a On July 1, 2008, Dr. Perez became the elor’s degree in Organizational Management few highlights from his career include being a President of the Moreno Valley Campus which and is a Certified Community Action Profes- founding member of The Mississippi Military prepares students for vocational careers in sional. He has been a dedicated community Communities Council (MMCC), and most re- various sectors. action leader and a steadfast servant to our community throughout his career. cently, serving as the organization’s chairman. In May of 2011, Dr. Perez assumed the Under his leadership Mid Florida Community In 2012, he was appointed by Governor Phil presidency of Los Angeles Mission College Services, Inc., now operates eight programs Bryant as a commissioner of GoCoast 2020, (LAMC), which serves the San Fernando Val- across a vast service area spanning from the charged with defining how key priorities and ley and is one of the nine colleges of the Los west coast to the east coast of Florida, includ- leveraged resources can help overcome chal- Angeles Community College District. LAMC ing Hernando, Citrus, Lake, Pasco, Sumter, lenges faced by the Coast in the aftermath of provides accessible, affordable, high-quality Polk, and Volusia counties. In addition, serv- the BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill. He is most learning opportunities that result in a high ices have expanded to include Head Start proud of the impact made on the Gulf Coast transfer rate to four-year universities and col- Programming, Weatherization, Energy Assist- while serving alongside Governor Haley leges. ance, Senior Services, Children’s Advocacy Barbour following Hurricane Katrina. Dr. Perez has contributed to numerous aca- Although, he is retiring from Ingalls Ship- Center, and Emergency Support programs. demic presentations including his papers on Growing the organization’s capital from yard, we are fortunate that he will remain an the integration of academic affairs and student active leader in our community. Jim, congratu- $386,000 to its current funding level of nearly services at Oxford University, revising the $40 million annually, during his tenure, Mr. lations on your well-deserved retirement. On California Master Plan in Higher Education at behalf of Mississippi’s Fourth Congressional Georgini has impacted the lives of hundreds of the University of Vienna, and Exemplary En- thousands of families, individuals, children, District, I thank Jim for his service. rollment and Retention Strategies in Commu- f and seniors with life-changing services and nity Colleges at the Education Testing Serv- approaches to help them succeed. CELEBRATING DR. MONTE E. ice’s National Community College symposium. I am honored to recognize Michael Georgini PEREZ ON HIS RETIREMENT Dr. Perez also serves as the President of and thank him for his dedication and many FROM LOS ANGELES MISSION the national Board of Governors for the His- contributions to the Central Florida community. COLLEGE panic Association of Colleges and Universities His commitment to excellence, leadership and representing 550 two-year and four-year col- service is to be admired, and may it inspire HON. TONY CA´ RDENAS leges. In 2017, he was appointed as a Trustee others to follow in his footsteps. My sincerest to the Los Angeles County Board of Education wishes and congratulations to him on his OF CALIFORNIA by Supervisor Sheila Kuehl of the 3rd District. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES retirement. I applaud the record of unparalleled accom- f Wednesday, June 30, 2021 plishments in the field of education and dec- Mr. CA´ RDENAS. Madam Speaker, I rise ades of community service and leadership. PERSONAL EXPLANATION today to recognize and celebrate the retire- ment of Dr. Monte E. Perez as President from f HON. ROGER WILLIAMS OF TEXAS Los Angeles Mission College, located in PERSONAL EXPLANATION ON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sylmar, California. ROLL CALL 196 FOR H.R. 3005 ON Dr. Perez graduated from James A. Garfield REPLACING THE BUST OF ROGER Wednesday, June 30, 2021 High School in East Los Angeles, obtained his BROOKE TANEY AND REMOVING Mr. WILLIAMS of Texas. Madam Speaker, bachelor’s degree in Social Science Govern- CONFEDERATE STATUES due to President Biden’s failure to address the ment at California State University, Los Ange- crisis at the southern border, I was not present les, and his master’s and PhD in Public Policy in the House and unable to vote on June 29, and Administration from the University of HON. MICHAEL R. TURNER 2021. Southern California. OF OHIO Had I been present, I would have voted His career in higher education began as the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES YEA on Roll Call No. 191, and NAY on Roll assistant director of Admissions at Stanford Wednesday, June 30, 2021 Call No. 196. University. Subsequently, he served as the di- rector of the Educational Opportunity Program Mr. TURNER. Madam Speaker, on Roll Call f and Student Support Services at California 196 for H.R. 3005, I inadvertently voted No PERSONAL EXPLANATION State University, Los Angeles while also when I intended to vote Yes. teaching Political Science and Chicano Stud- Madam Speaker, my record shows my sup- HON. BARRY MOORE ies. He implemented numerous outreach and port for H.R. 3005 in the past. In the 116th OF ALABAMA Congress, this legislation, as H.R. 7573, retention programs at Stanford and California IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES State University, Los Angeles. passed the House of Representatives, and I Selected as a policy fellow for the U.S. De- voted Yes at that time. I intended to vote Yes Wednesday, June 30, 2021 partment of Education, he became the Sec- on H.R. 3005 in the 117th Congress, and I am Mr. MOORE of Alabama. Madam Speaker, retary’s senior policy analyst with expertise in pleased to see that it passed the House. I was unavoidably detained due to sickness. I

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Rayann Dionne has made an immeasurable impact on her local community and the state f OF KENTUCKY of New Hampshire not only through her con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE LIFE OF COLONEL crete actions but also through the energy and VANG FONG Wednesday, June 30, 2021 positivity she brings to all her endeavors. Mr. COMER. Madam Speaker, I rise today Foregrounding the importance of climate ac- HON. JIM COSTA to congratulate Ann Whitaker for her upcoming tion, Rayann has served her community in a way that warrants our recognition. Her contin- OF CALIFORNIA 50th anniversary with the Annie Gardner Foundation in Graves County, Kentucky. ued involvement in her work puts her commu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ann began her career with the Annie Gard- nity, and the entire state of New Hampshire, Wednesday, June 30, 2021 ner Foundation on July 5, 1971, as an admin- on a pathway towards a more climate-resilient future. Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to istrative assistant. She has helped so many in On behalf of my constituents in New Hamp- honor the life of Colonel Vang Fong. Vang the Mayfield community, going above and be- shire’s First Congressional District, I thank passed away on February 17, 2021 in Fresno yond to assist the less fortunate in their times Rayann for her decades of enthusiastic dedi- County. Vang was a husband, father, and of need. Those who are lucky enough to know cation to our state. The Granite State is a bet- grandfather and a leader in the Secret War in Ann describe her as dependable, compas- ter place because of the public service of Laos. sionate, and sincere. Rayann Dionne. Vang was born on January 1, 1944 in Anyone who spends half a century with one Rhawv Zeb, Xieng Khouang, Laos to Cheu organization is incredibly dedicated and genu- f Xang Vang and Nai Lor. He was one of eight inely loves what they do. Ann is loved by all IN RECOGNITION OF ATLANTIS children. In the year of 1960, Vang left school of those in her community, and I am honored YACHT CLUB’S 60TH COMMIS- at the age of 12 to join the CIA’s Secret Army to represent her in Congress. SIONING DAY in Laos. He was chosen by the late Brigadier Once again, I congratulate Ann on this General Vang Pao in 1962 to attend military achievement. I look forward to hearing about training at Savannakhet. It was there that all the wonderful work she will continue to do HON. , JR. OF Vang obtained the CCB/Premier Degree from in her role at the Annie Gardner Foundation Pham Khaum. and beyond. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Vang was stationed to Long Cheng, Laos. f Wednesday, June 30, 2021 After hard work and dedication to protect all IN HONOR OF RAYANN DIONNE Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I rise today around him, he quickly rose rank and he was to recognize Atlantis Yacht Club of Monmouth promoted to W–4 Chief Warrant Officer. After Beach, New Jersey on its 60th Commissioning a brief period as W–4 Chief Warrant Officer, HON. CHRIS PAPPAS Day. As its officers and members gather to he was named to Lieutenant Colonel in 1964. OF NEW HAMPSHIRE celebrate this milestone, I would like to join Nine years later, he was appointed to rep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with them in honoring its history and spirit. resent the second military region at Luang Upon returning from World War II, a group Wednesday, June 30, 2021 Prabang, Laos. of veterans and their families from Barnegat His love for his family encouraged him to Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today Bay to Englewood would meet up with each make a decision on the subject of moving. He to honor Rayann Dionne, who is the 2021 re- other at various locations along the eastern moved in 1980 and his family resettled in cipient of the NH Coastal Adaption shoreline from New Jersey to Connecticut. Hamilton, Montana. After living in Montana, he Workgroup’s Climate Champion Award. The Boating became a relaxing pastime for these then had everyone move to Huntington Beach, CAW Climate Champion Award is given to families and provided an outlet from their California to reunite with the rest of his family. members of the Seacoast community who are memories of the war. In 1961, the group This move inspired Vang to be active in what- powerful advocates for climate-related re- founded the club to further the fellowship that ever community he resided in. He was a search and adaptation work. For 12 years, their boating engagements had developed. member of the ; in- Rayann served as the Conservation Coordi- Begun at rented docks and an old Victorian corporated since 1989, and the Special Guer- nator for the Town of Hampton where she home converted into apartments in Sea Bright, rilla Units (SGU) Veterans and Families, incor- championed climate adaptation efforts. In ad- New Jersey, the club outgrew its first location porated since 2009. dition, Rayann also serves as Vice President after just three years. Needing a larger loca- Even while Vang worked alongside the late and Treasurer of the Seabrook-Hampton Estu- tion, the group constructed its new home in General Vang Pao to ensure equality, social ary Alliance. Monmouth Beach, New Jersey. The area was justice and opportunities for Hmong families in Rayann has been an invaluable part of the marsh and needed dredging, fill, and construc- America, he still enjoyed being around his Hampton community, overseeing complex tion to transform it into a beautiful club house, family. In 1964 he married Mylee Vang, and in issues including conservation efforts, pool and docks. The extensive work was com- 1968 he married Kao Lee. Throughout his life, stormwater management, and floodplain man- pleted with each founding member contributing he raised 10 children. agement. Hampton has several miles of coast- what he could in his area of expertise. The Vang was well-respected in the Hmong line and an ecologically critical estuary, and Atlantis Yacht Club welcomed its members to community for his courage and leadership in Rayann was critical in working with FEMA to its current home in Monmouth Beach in 1968. protecting many people during the Secret War enroll the town of Hampton in FEMA’s Com- Since then, its membership has continued to in Laos. Vang participated in numerous munity Rating System. She has been able to grow, but the kinship remains. The club events. He participated in the Central Valley engage all members of the community in her worked together to rebuild after Superstorm Veterans Day Parade in Fresno, California, efforts including by working with local students Sandy and again to remain operational during where he settled for the remainder of his life. on projects to maintain the health of the the COVID–19 pandemic. Throughout its 60 His love for his culture was evident and admi- Hampton-Seabrook Estuary, as well as coordi- years, the Atlantis Yacht Club has provided a rable to many in the community. nating an auction of rain barrels painted by welcoming and inclusive club for families of all Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join local middle school and high school students. backgrounds to enjoy and share. me in honoring the life of Colonel Vang Fong. Throughout her career, Rayann has been a Madam Speaker, I sincerely hope my col- His service and contributions to the Nation fierce advocate for climate resilience. A leader leagues will join me in honoring the rich his- and State of California will not be forgotten. on environmental issues, she has overseen tory of the Atlantis Yacht Club and celebrating He will be fondly remembered in the Central both the designing and running of workshops its 60th Commissioning Day.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jul 01, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A30JN8.020 E30JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS June 30, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E725 REPLACEMENT OF BUST OF inferior that they had no rights which the white 5. Brown v. Board of Education of Topeka, ROGER BROOKE TANEY WITH man was bound to respect, and that the negro 347 U.S. 483 (1954), the landmark case over- BUST OF THURGOOD MARSHALL might justly and lawfully be reduced to slavery ruling separate but equal doctrine of Plessy v. --- for his benefit.’’ Ferguson; and SPEECH OF According to Chief Justice Taney, black per- 6. Browder v. Gayle, 352 U.S. 903 (1956), HON. sons were not, and could not be made to be, which outlawed the practice of racial segrega- OF TEXAS citizens of the United States under the Con- tion on buses and led to the end of the Mont- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stitution. gomery Bus Boycott. The decision in Dred Scott was a major fac- As Chair for the Congressional Children’s Tuesday, June 29, 2021 tor leading to the Civil War because Chief Jus- Caucus, I am especially concerned with fair Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, as a tice Taney’s opinion also held, obiter dicta, access to quality education for today’s youth senior member of the Judiciary Committee, I that Congress lacked the power under the and am personally grateful to Thurgood Mar- rise in strong support of H.R. 3005, which di- Constitution to prohibit slavery in territorial shall and the NAACP for its leadership in win- rects the Joint Committee on the Library to re- areas of the United States, which vitiated the ning the greatest legal victory for civil rights in place the bust of former Supreme Court Chief Missouri Compromise of 1820. American history, the 1954 landmark decision Justice Roger Brooke Taney in the Old Su- Madam Speaker, to anyone who professes in Brown v. Board of Education, 347 U.S. 483 preme Court Chamber of the Capitol with a to doubt the existence of white supremacy or (1954), in which the Supreme Court struck bust of civil rights legend and former Supreme claims not to understand what it means, I down de jure segregation in elementary Court Associate Justice Thurgood Marshall. would recommend they actually read Chief schools. The legislation also directs the Joint Com- Justice Taney’s opinion in Dred Scott; they will NAACP General Counsel Thurgood Mar- mittee on the Library to remove statues of in- be disabused of any pretension that the dan- shall, who would later become the first African dividuals who served voluntarily at any time as ger of white supremacy is a figment of the American Solicitor General and Associate Jus- a member of the Armed Forces of the Confed- imagination. tice of the Supreme Court, forcefully argued erate States of America or of the military of a In contrast to Roger Taney, Thurgood Mar- and persuaded the Court to rule unanimously State while the State was in open rebellion shall represents everything that is good and that in the field of public education, ‘‘separate against the United States, and any individual decent and optimistic about our country. but equal’’ was inherently unequal. who served as an official of the Government Madam Speaker, in this nation’s new birth That decision gave hope to millions of of the Confederate States of America or as an of freedom that was prophesied by President Americans that their children might enjoy the official of a State while the State was in open Abraham Lincoln, Thurgood Marshall was per- full promise of America that had been denied rebellion against the United States, is deserv- haps the principal architect of equality, work- their forebears for more than three centuries. ing of a place of honor in the Capitol of the ing through the judicial system to eradicate the There is still a need for justice and equal United States. legacy of slavery and destroy the segregation treatment for African Americans and other vul- Madam Speaker, it is long past time that system of Jim Crow. nerable populations in our country, and thank- Before Thurgood Marshall ascended to the Congress take this fitting and appropriate ac- fully, we still have leaders following in the foot- federal bench as a Circuit Judge in 1961 and tion. steps of Thurgood Marshall as we make our Hallowed places in the Capitol should be re- later to the Supreme Court as the nation’s first way on the path to a more perfect union. served for persons recognized for their con- African American Associate Justice, he was It is therefore fitting that the bust of the tributions to the defense, protection, and ad- Solicitor General of the United States and great Thurgood Marshall adorns the Old Su- vancement of the American experiment in de- would argue 32 cases before the Supreme preme Court Chambers in the U.S. Capitol as mocracy—what President Lincoln called the Court, winning 29 victories, more than any a rebuke to Roger Taney and a symbol of the ‘testing of the proposition’ whether a nation other individual in history. commitment of the Constitution and of Amer- conceived and dedicated to the principle of For more than a half century, Thurgood ican democracy that in this country all persons equality can long endure. Marshall championed the cause of justice and are equal before the law and entitled to equal Simply put, Roger Brooke Taney does not equality in America, fighting valiantly and tire- justice. meet this test; Thurgood Marshall easily ex- lessly on behalf of African-Americans and oth- ceeds it. ers to secure their civil rights and liberties and Madam Speaker, Thurgood Marshall fa- At a moment of crisis in challenge for our the full measure of justice and equality for all. mously said: ‘‘I wish I could say that racism young nation, Chief Justice Roger Taney At a time when African-Americans were and prejudice were only distant memories. We faced a critical decision and he chose poorly treated as second-class citizens and the must dissent from the indifference. We must and to his everlasting shame. scourge of slavery was still rampant, Thurgood dissent from the apathy. We must dissent from The decision in Dred Scott v. Sandford, 60 Marshall worked against overwhelming odds the fear, the hatred and the mistrust . . . We U.S. 393 (1856), which he authored is per- to ensure that the rights, interests and voices must dissent because America can do better, haps the most offensive, pessimistic, and rac- of African-Americans did not go unheard. because America has no choice but to do bet- ist decision ever handed down by the U.S. Su- Thurgood Marshall is perhaps best known ter.’’ preme Court, far worse than the infamous de- for the practice he pioneered with the leg- The refusal to tolerate injustice is what led cisions in Plessy v. Ferguson, 163 U.S. 537 endary Charles Hamilton Houston of ‘‘impact millions of persons of goodwill across the na- (1896), and Korematsu v. United States, 323 litigation,’’ the strategy of bringing carefully se- tion to take to the streets in peaceful protest U.S. 214 (1944), and Shelby County v. Holder, lected cases to court to establish legal prece- to demand equal justice for all and an active, 570 U.S. 529 (2013). dents of beneficially affecting thousands, and engaged commitment to making the promise Dred Scott was a slave in Missouri, who frequently millions, of persons beyond the im- of America real for all Americans. from 1833 to 1843, resided in Illinois (a free mediate parties to the case. Equality requires unity of purpose and unity state) and in the Louisiana Territory, where Among the historic victories won by requires reconciliation, which requires ac- slavery was forbidden by the Missouri Com- Thurgood Marshall and his lawyer colleagues countability which requires truth. promise of 1820. at the NAACP were: Thurgood Marshall recognized, as President After returning to Missouri, Dred Scott filed 1. Chambers v. Florida, 309 U.S. 227 Lincoln recognized, the truth is that slavery is suit in Missouri court for his freedom, claiming (1940), which established that confessions ob- America’s Original Sin, a crime against nature that his residence in free territory made him a tained as the result of police coercion are in- and humanity so horrific and understood that free man. admissible at trial; the Almighty gave to both North and South Dred Scott’s master maintained that no 2. Smith v. Allwright, 321 U.S. 649 (1944), this terrible war and may will it continue ‘‘until ‘‘negro’’ or descendant of slaves could be a which outlawed the South’s ‘‘white primary’’; all the wealth piled by the bondsman’s two citizen in the sense of Article III of the Con- 3. Shelley v. Kraemer, 334 U.S. 1 (1948), hundred and fifty years of unrequited toil shall stitution. which ruled racially restrictive covenants and be sunk and until every drop of blood drawn In ruling for the slave master, Roger Taney unconstitutional and legally enforceable; with the lash shall be paid by another drawn wrote to his eternal shame: ‘‘The [negroes] 4. Sweatt v. Painter 339 U.S. 629 (1950), with the sword.’’ had for more than a century before been re- and McLaurin v. Oklahoma State Regents, And if that happened Lincoln told his coun- garded as beings of an inferior order, and alto- 309 U.S. 637 (1950), which held that separate trymen that ‘‘as was said three thousand years gether unfit to associate with the white race ei- law and graduate schools are inherently un- ago so still it must be said ‘the judgments of ther in social or political relations, and so far equal and thus constitutional; the Lord are true and righteous altogether.’ ’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jul 01, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A30JN8.025 E30JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS E726 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 30, 2021 That debt remains to be paid, which is why federate States of America or as an official of tiveness of one of our government’s major African Americans have always peacefully pe- a State while the State was in open rebellion checks mechanisms. This much-needed bill titioned the government for the redress of its against the United States, is deserving of a will improve the work of our Inspectors Gen- grievances. place of honor in the Capitol of the United eral community, which is even more critical Madam Speaker, Juneteenth celebrates Af- States. now as we expend literally trillions of dollars in rican American freedom while encouraging I urge all Members to join me in voting for emergency COVID–19 relief. self-development and respect for all cultures. H.R. 3005, which replaces the bust of Chief I especially appreciate that this bill includes But it must always remain a reminder to us Justice Roger Brooke Taney, a symbol of the elements of Congressman COOPER’s Inspec- all that liberty and freedom are precious birth- dark days of the nation’s past, with a bust of tors General Independence Act, which I also rights of all Americans, which must be jeal- Thurgood Marshall, the personification of our cosponsored and which was endorsed by my ously guarded and preserved for future gen- nation’s belief in a bright and shining future. last Congress because of erations. f its focus on issues related to fiscal responsi- In 1852, Frederick Douglass famously bility, good governance and national security. asked: ‘‘What to the slave is the 4th of July?’’ HONORING WALTER RADCLIFFE’S I also appreciate the Committee’s support of In 2021, we can reply that it is the beginning 100TH BIRTHDAY the amendment submitted by Congresswoman of the American Promise that would be fulfilled BOURDEAUX, Chair of the Blue Dogs Task and made real for all Americans, including the HON. Force on Fiscal Responsibility and Govern- descendants of slaves, on June 19, 1865, OF NEW JERSEY ment Reform, which ensures that Inspectors ‘Juneteenth Day.’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES General and their staffs receive sufficient train- The Bible teaches that ‘‘To every thing there ing on the remedies available to them, specifi- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 is a season,’’ and to every generation there cally suspension or debarment, to fully ad- comes a day of reckoning for the original sin Mr. KIM of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, I dress identified private sector government of American slavery. rise today to honor Walter Radcliffe’s 100th contracting waste, fraud or abuse. That is why I have introduced H.R. 40, birthday. This is a solid and much-needed improve- which establishes a national commission to Mr. Radcliffe embodies the resilience, for- ment for one of our federal government’s most examine slavery and discrimination in the titude, and can-do-spirit of the ‘‘Greatest Gen- valuable communities, and I urge its passage. colonies and the United States from 1619 to eration.’’ In a time of crisis, he courageously f volunteered to serve in the U.S. Navy during the present and recommend appropriate rem- HONORING THE CAREER OF DAVID World War II, despite having a civilian job ex- edies. POMAVILLE Among other requirements, the commission emption. Mr. Radcliffe fought in the Pacific shall identify (1) the role of federal and state Theatre aboard the U.S.S. Isherwood. We governments in supporting the institution of owe him a debt of gratitude for his combat HON. JIM COSTA slavery; (2) forms of discrimination in the pub- record in the Battles of Leyte Gulf and serving OF CALIFORNIA lic and private sectors against freed slaves at Subic Bay, as well as for the valor he dem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and their descendants; and (3) lingering nega- onstrated during the Invasion of Lingayen Gulf Wednesday, June 30, 2021 tive effects of slavery on living African-Ameri- and the Battle of Okinawa. Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to cans and society. Mr. Radcliffe is beloved by his family, in- recognize my dear friend, David Pomaville, on ‘‘Official slavery ended with the Civil War cluding his wife Dorothy of more than 38 the occasion of his retirement from the posi- and ratification of the Thirteenth Amendment. years, his children, and grandchildren, and by tion of Director of Public Health for Fresno But unofficial slavery was continued with the his community where he’s still an active mem- County. David has been a staple across the new institution of share-crop farming, a crimi- ber of VFW Post 10092. It is clear to everyone county and will be greatly missed. nal justice system that would press convicts who knows Mr. Radcliffe that he has made the David is a 1986 public health alumnus of into work once done by slaves, and labor poli- most of each of his one-hundred years. Fresno State. When David received his bach- cies that dictated income for work done based I wish him the best on achieving this mile- elor’s degree in Health Science with an em- upon skin color. stone and hope he enjoys a wonderful cele- phasis in Environmental Health 36 years ago, And, of course, all of this was reinforced by bration. he did not imagine where his profession would the systematic disenfranchisement of black f take him. He ended up leading the way for our Americans, the ‘‘discrete and insular minority’’ county during these unprecedented times. He IG INDEPENDENCE AND excluded from ‘‘those political processes ordi- led a team of 380 employees in seven divi- EMPOWERMENT ACT narily to be relied upon to protect’’ them, to sions including emergency medical services, quote Chief Justice Hughes’ famous Footnote SPEECH OF public health nursing, children’s services, 4 in United States v. Carolene Products, 304 health and wellness, environmental health, U.S. 144 (1938). HON. community health, and planning and commu- The history of the United States is inter- OF HAWAII nication. twined with the history of enslaved Africans in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Along with his committed career, David has the Americas. found time to give back to his community; es- Tuesday, June 29, 2021 There is blood and there are tears, but there pecially to current Fresno State students. is also redemption and reconciliation. Mr. CASE. Madam Speaker, I rise today in Many have interned at the Department of Pub- But to get there, we must have the complete strong support of H.R. 2662, the IG Independ- lic Health and go on to have distinguished ca- truth and lay our history bare. ence and Empowerment Act, of which I am a reers in the field. Some of the current health It is the light that sheds the way to the more cosponsor. education interns have stayed on to work perfect union all Americans want. The work of our Inspectors General through- throughout the COVID–19 pandemic. His work Thurgood Marshall would want us to pass out government in providing an independent, has contributed to giving students an under- H.R. 40 and create the Commission it empow- objective and professional review and assess- standing of how to care for people and the ers as a necessary first step in that effort to ment of legal compliance and waste, fraud extra needed attention during the pandemic. get to truth and reconciliation about the ‘Origi- and abuse is critical to the overall functioning His ties to Fresno State have remained nal Sin of American Slavery’ that is necessary of government and to ensuring public trust and strong. His wife, Dr. Fran Pomaville, is a pro- to light the way to the beloved community we confidence in government. Equally, efforts to fessor of speech language pathology at Fres- all seek. weaken, politicize, influence and cow our In- no State. David and Fran have a strong influ- Madam Speaker, I also support H.R. 3005 spectors Generals are direct threats to smooth ence on their son, Matt, who also graduated because it puts Congress squarely on record government functioning, efficient and effective from the University and is pursuing a Ph.D. in behind the principle that no individual who use of taxpayer dollars and the public trust the health sciences field. served voluntarily at any time as a member of and cannot be tolerated. David’s passion to help others in public the Armed Forces of the Confederate States Chair MALONEY’s bill takes some of the best health is evident and I greatly appreciate his of America or of the military of a State while recommendations from the Council of the In- endless hard work, our conversations per- the State was in open rebellion against the spectors General on Integrity and Efficiency to taining to the well-being of Fresno County, United States, and no individual who served ensure Inspectors General independence, in- and his selfless compassion that has helped as an official of the Government of the Con- crease transparency and improve the effec- many.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jul 01, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A30JN8.025 E30JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS June 30, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E727 Madam Speaker, it is with great respect that PERSONAL EXPLANATION vesting in a New Vision for the Environment I ask my colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- and Surface Transportation (INVEST) in Amer- resentatives to join me in congratulating David HON. VICKY HARTZLER ica Act’’ (H.R. 3684). Pomaville on his career. I ask that you join me OF MISSOURI f in wishing David and his family continued suc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES REMEMBERING JOHN KLEIN cess, health and happiness in this new chap- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 ter of his life. Mrs. HARTZLER. Madam Speaker, on f HON. TIM RYAN Tuesday, June 29, 2021, I was unable to vote. OF OHIO JUNE VETERAN OF THE MONTH Had I been present, I would have voted as fol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lows: NAY on Roll Call No. 189, NAY on Roll HON. KEVIN HERN Call No. 190, YEA on Roll Call No. 191, and Wednesday, June 30, 2021 YEA on Roll Call No. 192. OF OKLAHOMA Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f honor the life of John Klein, who passed on PIPELINE SAFETY STUDY ACT June 20, 2021 in Columbus, Ohio at the age Wednesday, June 30, 2021 of 72. Mr. HERN. Madam Speaker, I rise to honor John was a passionate family man who the First District of Oklahoma’s June Veteran HON. JOHN GARAMENDI treasured his time coaching his two boys in of the Month, Joshua Starks. OF CALIFORNIA basketball. He was the assistant basketball Joshua Starks faithfully served our country IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coach for Belpre High School from 1996 in the United States Army and the Oklahoma Wednesday, June 30, 2021 through 2002. Throughout, he also coached all National Guard. He was a Combat Outpost Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, today I kinds of teams from junior high school to AAU. Commander in Afghanistan and an Infantry introduce the ‘‘Pipeline Safety Study Act’’ to John would readily admit that his sons’ trips to Officer in both the Army and National Guard. direct a National Academy of Sciences study the Ohio High School Athletic Association bas- Mr. Starks has continued to help others in his and report to Congress on the vulnerabilities ketball state tournament were the highlights of community and assist his fellow veterans. His in our oil and natural gas pipeline infrastruc- his coaching career. commitment and passion for service speaks ture. This bill is based on legislation I cospon- Mr. Klein is a graduate of Aurora High volumes about his character. sored last Congress with former Congressman School and State University. He re- Mr. Stark’s dedication to service is evident (D–CA–48). I also want to thank tired from AEP in 2019 having worked at Zim- through his work in our community. He is the the National Society of Professional Sur- mer Power Plant, Muskingum River Power former Post Commander and current Sr. Vice veyors, Subsurface Utility Engineering Asso- Plant, Pickaway Power Plant and the Darby Commander of VFW Post 577. Mr. Starks is ciation, and U.S. Geospatial Executives Orga- Gas Plant. also the Tulsa Veteran’s Day Parade Chair- nization for endorsing my bill. John was one of the most caring men you man. He represents his fellow veterans as a Specifically, the legislation I introduce today could ever meet with a quirky sense of humor member of the Tulsa Human Rights Commis- would direct the National Academy of that would have people in stitches. He loved sion. Joshua is also involved with the Tulsa Sciences to review current federal regulations going to the track and playing poker at the ca- Area United Way. In 2019, he was recognized for pipeline safety and identify risks to pipe- sinos. There wasn’t a Hallmark movie that as the 2019 Emerging Leaders Society Volun- lines from earthquakes and climate change-re- John didn’t like. He was the ultimate Cincinnati teer of the Year Award. lated weather events, whether by their design Reds and Bengals fan. Always anticipating the He answered the call to defend freedom or their location. The federal guidelines for upcoming season. across the globe and sacrificed whatever was earthquake-resistant construction of gas and He was predeceased by his parents, Gene necessary in the name of that noble cause. It liquid fuel pipelines have not been meaning- and Lucille Klein, and his sister, Emily Klein. is my honor to recognize Joshua Starks as the fully updated since 1992. John is survived by his wife, Theresa, sons, 1st Congressional District of Oklahoma’s June Since then, the proliferation of hydraulic Zach (Jennie) and Patrick (Whitney); grand- Veteran of the Month. fracturing for natural gas has been linked to children, Stella and Rocco; and brothers, Dave f increasingly frequent earthquakes in states (Marcia) and Mike (Jill). John also had a myr- with virtually no prior history of naturally occur- iad of nieces, nephews, great nieces and CONGRATULATING ELAINA KOENIG ring earthquakes. Because California is riddled great nephews. ON RECEIVING THE CONGRES- with active fault lines and has experienced in- John’s love and dedication for his family and SIONAL AWARD GOLD MEDAL creasingly regular and severe forest fires due for life was something special. Not only did to climate change, my home state’s energy in- John serve as a devoted coach of basketball, HON. JAIME HERRERA BEUTLER frastructure is particularly vulnerable to these but as a role model for all those he knew, OF WASHINGTON threats. touching many lives along the way. My deep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In 2010, eight people died in San Bruno, est condolences go out to his dear family and California when a defective pipeline exploded, friends. Wednesday, June 30, 2021 but this tragedy was eminently avoidable. f Ms. HERRERA BEUTLER. Madam Speak- Residents had reported smelling a gas leak er, I rise today to recognize and congratulate days ahead of the explosion, and investigators HONORING THE LIFE OF LIEUTEN- Elaina Koenig, from Ethel, Washington for later found evidence of shoddy welds that had ANT COLONEL WANGYEE VANG being awarded the Congressional Award Gold rendered the pipeline vulnerable to any num- Medal. ber of potential disruptions. While this event HON. JIM COSTA Every year, the Congressional Award Foun- was not directly linked to an earthquake and OF CALIFORNIA dation honors a select number of young Amer- instead caused by shoddy maintenance and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES icans with Congress’ highest honor—The Con- failure to replace an antiquated line, the fed- Wednesday, June 30, 2021 gressional Award Gold Medal. The award en- eral government can and must do better to im- courages our youth to set ambitious goals and prove pipeline safety. Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to put in the work and dedication to achieve Madam Speaker, Congress cannot begin to honor the life of Lieutenant Colonel Wangyee them. strengthen the safety and resiliency require- Vang. Wangyee passed away on January 18, Elaina completed 800 hours to hone her ments for federally regulated pipelines before 2021 after many years of service as a Hmong- skills in four areas: Voluntary Public Service, we understand the gaps in the government’s Laotian and American community leader. Personal Development, Physical Fitness, and own outdated regulations and industry prac- Wangyee was a son, a brother, a husband, a Expedition/Exploration activities. Her commit- tices. The National Academy of Sciences father and a friend. ment and dedication to her goals are exactly study authorized in my bill would do just that, Wangyee was born on November 8, 1947 in why Elaina is being recognized for this pres- so that Congress can understand the scope of Ban Phousabot, Tasseng Phouasabot, tigious award. the problem and begin to legislate the solu- Muangkham, Province of Xiengkhouang, Laos. Once again, I want to congratulate Elaina tion. In December of 1960, Wangyee was sum- on receiving this honor and I wish her the best I thank Chairman DEFAZIO (D–OR) for in- moned in the army and sent to Hua Hin, Thai- of luck in her future endeavors. cluding my bill in the hazmat title of the ‘‘In- land for training as a field radio operator and

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