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PAYING TRIBUTE TO RHONDA LEE portation Antiterrorism Act. Commercial ves- curity to develop and maintain an antiterrorism sels continue to experience an increased cargo identification and screening system, in- HON. SCOTT McINNIS threat of criminal attack. Vessels seem to bear cluding performance standards for seals and OF COLORADO the brunt of these attacks which manifest locks of shipping containers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES themselves in the form of sea robbery, hijack- Moreover, H.R. 3983 requires that Federal Maritime Antiterrorism Coordinators develop, Wednesday, June 5, 2002 ing, terrorism, and piracy. A complex set of security issues threaten update, and integrate Area Maritime Transpor- Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker it a great honor the maritime industry and the movement of tation Antiterrorism Plans, as needed. The bill to pay tribute to Rhonda Lee, a woman who cargo in international trade. Those threats in- also requires owners or operators of vessels embodies the spirit of the mountains of Colo- clude terrorism, piracy, smuggling of stow- or facilities to prepare an antiterrorism plan for rado. Rhonda Lee worked for years in the aways and drugs, cargo theft and fraud, brib- deterring a catastrophic emergency, including Eagle County Hospital as a hospice nurse ery and extortion. Enacting requisite port secu- the identification of the plan implementor, the helping people and their families to cope with rity measures and coordination, cooperation, availability of antiterrorism measures, training illnesses. Rhonda Lee is now coping with her and communication with government and mar- and drills. own disease, thyroid cancer, and her whole itime industry components are necessary. H.R. 3983 directs the Secretary to establish community has come out to help her as she In my home District, the Port of Houston Au- maritime antiterrorism teams to protect ves- has help some many of them. In the face of thority is a dynamic port that has helped to sels, ports, facilities, and cargo in U.S. waters. enormous odds, Rhonda has shown courage fuel the Houston area’s development as a Also, H.R. 3983 directs the Secretary to as- and strength with the help of her community. center of international business and trade. sess the effectiveness of antiterrorism meas- Rhonda made many sacrifices for her pa- Companies that do business internationally ures maintained at specified foreign ports and tients as a hospice nurse, often traveling over also find Houston attractive because of its make recommendations for improvements, if 2,000 miles in a month. Rhonda gladly gave well-developed industrial and financial infra- necessary. her time and energy for many years but elev- structure; skilled work force; and diverse popu- The bill authorizes the Secretary to pre- en years ago, someone came into Rhonda’s lation. Ample space and favorable conditions scribe conditions of entry for or to deny entry life that needed more of her attention—her for industrial development, as well as for cargo into the United States to vessels arriving from daughter. After the birth of her daughter, handling, makes the Port of Houston an excel- foreign ports with ineffective antiterrorism Matyson, Rhonda became a teacher in Spe- lent choice location for industry. measures. In addition, H.R. 3983 requires the cial Education. Rhonda has given countless Port security is an essential part for a safe, advance electronic transmission of passenger hours to the Special Education Program and secure, and competitive operation of the mari- and crew manifests from commercial vessels students of Gypsum Creek Elementary School time transportation system. It promotes the de- arriving in the United States from a foreign but she says that the rewards of her job are velopment of commerce and is an essential port. endless. When Rhonda learned of her disease element in maritime trade competitiveness, The increasing nature and international she told her students immediately. The way which cannot be achieved merely by modern- scope of the maritime security issues, which that she has bravely faced her disease is an izing port infrastructure and increasing oper- threatens our port, requires participation and example to her student of how to handle their ating productivity. response from all levels of government. The own disabilities. Consequently, port security can surface as lack of a secure trade corridor can hamper the When her community heard of Rhonda’s a significant issue in trade negotiations and economic growth of a port and possibly the disease, they rallied together to help this val- government and industry courses of action country itself. A viable maritime security pro- ued member of their area. Almost $4,000.00 should be coordinated to facilitate effective so- gram is good business. A much bigger eco- has been raised in Rhonda’s name through lutions. Port authorities should develop the nomic interdependency exists within the entire dances and spaghetti dinners. The Vail Valley means for exchanging current information on transportation network. Ports are committed to Charitable Fund has also helped Rhonda to port security issues and for the dissemination developing effective maritime security pro- get through this difficult time. Despite of intelligence to the commercial industry. We grams based on the recognition of ports as Rhonda’s dire challenge, she faces each day must protect our ports from criminal attacks interchange hubs of commerce, critical to with optimism. Rhonda has good reason to and allow them to maintain their trade and international trade. Therefore, I strongly sup- look forward to each day in the support of her commerce. port H.R. 3983. This bill is good for the Port children Scott, Chad, Tanner, and Matyson— H.R. 3983, Maritime Transportation Anti- of Houston and good for American ports. who she calls her best friend. terrorism Act of 2002 helps to protect our Therefore, I strongly urge my fellow members Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege today to rec- ports, such as the Port of Houston. This bill di- to support this bill. ognize the courage and service of Rhonda rects the Secretary of Transportation to (1) as- f Lee. Her hard work and dedication to her sess port vulnerability; (2) prepare a National community are an example to us all. The peo- IN HONOR OF THE HAMTRAMCK Maritime Transportation Antiterrorism Plan [the ALLIED VETERANS ple of Eagle and Gypsum and the surrounding Plan] for deterring catastrophic emergencies; communities have certainly recognized this and (3) review and approve Area, vessel, and and have responded when Rhonda needed facility antiterrorism plans. HON. DAVID E. BONIOR their support. Rhonda, you have my admira- Further, H.R. 3983 requires that the Plan to OF MICHIGAN tion and support in your courageous battle (1) coordinate Federal, State, and local efforts, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES against cancer. including Coast Guard maritime antiterrorism Wednesday, June 5, 2002 f teams and Federal Maritime Antiterrorism Co- Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, every year on MARITIME TRANSPORTATION ordinators; (2) identify security resources; and Memorial Day, we recognize those who fought ANTITERRORISM ACT OF 2002 (3) include a system of surveillance and notice for our nation and gave their lives in the name to ensure earliest possible identification of of democracy and freedom. It is a time for us SPEECH OF emergencies. The bill requires the Secretary to remember the patriotism they showed as HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE to establish a system of antiterrorism response they went into battle, the courage with which plans for vessels in coordination with the Fed- OF TEXAS they fought, and the ultimate sacrifice they eral Emergency Management Agency. The bill IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES made for our country. requires that there be transportation security My home state of Michigan has lost many Tuesday, June 4, 2002 cards for entry to any antiterrorism secure good men and women to war. We lost 18,906 Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, area of a vessel or facility. The bill requires people in World War I, World War II, the Ko- I rise to support H.R. 3983, Maritime Trans- the Under Secretary of Transportation for Se- rean War, and the Gulf War. We lost over

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VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.000 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E966 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 2,600 men and women in Vietnam—more ice of Howard C. Bruner. For 10 year Howard loan fees, offer collateral, or show a credit his- people per capita than any other state in the has dedicated countless hours to the service tory. They’re viewed as high risks who yield a nation. We understand the honor in answering of his fellow citizens. Howard has served on low return. Though many poor people possess a nation’s call to serve, and we know what it the Pueblo West Metropolitan District Board of relevant skills and often own necessary tools, means to lose parents, brothers, sisters, and Directors, striving to improve his community without access to credit they cannot establish children to battle. As a Vietnam-era veteran, and the lives of those who live in it. After pro- or expand their business to sustainably sup- and the son of a WWII veteran, I know in my viding leadership, dedication and vision for the port their family. Generation after generation is heart the value of this service. City of Pueblo for a decade, Howard is retiring trapped in poverty. Our lost soldiers have earned parades, me- from his position. I can think of no better way Microenterprise programs can offer these morial services, and events in their honor. But to thank Howard for his efforts than to ac- willing workers the opportunity to break the they have also earned a commitment from knowledge his contributions. cycle of poverty and improve their families’ their nation that we will never forget their serv- Howard moved to Pueblo in 1981 and be- welfare. Women, especially, could alter the ice and will treat all who fight for our country came the manager and operating partner of face of global poverty by having an impact not with dignity and respect. We should remember Southern Colorado Equipment. Howard began only on family incomes, but also on child nutri- our lost soldiers not just in words, but deeds. serving on the Pueblo West Metropolitan Dis- tion, health and education. We should honor their sacrifices by providing trict Board that same year. He has been cred- H.R. 4073, Microenterprise and Self-Reli- good health care, benefits, and compensation ited with providing the leadership and focus for ance Act of 2000 and the Foreign Assistance to our veterans who fought alongside them the board and has been instrumental as part Act of 1961 will ensure continued availability and the current members of our Armed of the Board in making the changes the board of microenterprise services as a key compo- Forces. We should honor them by fulfilling all has in order to improve Pueblo West. The nent of U.S. bilateral international develop- the promises that we made to them and their board and city will always remember Howard ment assistance. The bill reauthorize and in- families when they answered the call of duty. for his objective approach to issues. His col- creases funding for microenterprise assistance As we observe Memorial Day, let us not be leagues respected him for his ability to make programs, expands and focuses microenter- content with honoring our soldiers just this one decisions based on what was best for the prise programs to the very poor, and updates day each year. Let us remember in our hearts community. language of both acts concerning rural lend- the ultimate gift these men and women gave In addition to his position on the Pueblo ing, the provision of financial services, and the to us. And let us keep in our prayers those West Metropolitan District Board, Howard also development and application of poverty meas- men and women who are serving our nation dedicates his time to his community through urement tools. overseas today. In their courage and strength, numerous organizations. He is a past board The Microenterprise for Self-Reliance Act in- they set an example for all of us and remind member of the Better Business Bureau of stitutionalizes that initiative and authorizes us of what it means to be an American. Pueblo, and the Pueblo West Economic De- support for programs that provide credit, insur- f velopment Committee. President Reagan rec- ance, training and other services to entre- TRIBUTE TO CATO-MERIDIAN HIGH ognized his leadership and abilities when he preneurs—50 percent of whom must be very SCHOOL SUNPACER SOLAR-ELEC- was the Colorado Delegate to Reagan’s Coun- poor or women. Much of the credit for its pas- TRIC CAR TEAM cil on Small Business Affairs. Howard in also sage goes to the women themselves—97 per- very involved in his church. Perhaps most im- cent of whom have repaid their loans in full HON. JAMES T. WALSH portantly, Howard is a devoted husband to his and on time. The Microenterprise for Self-Reliance Act in- OF NEW YORK wife and loving father to his two children. creases the U.S. government’s support for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to bring the accomplishments of Howard C. Bruner to the microfinance around the world. The bill will Wednesday, June 5, 2002 attention of this body of Congress and this na- support the institutional development of pro- Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tion. I am proud to represent such a dedicated grams that provide credit, savings facilities, in- congratulate the Cato-Meridian High School man and his family. Howard’s effort to improve surance, business training, and other services Sunpacer solar-electric car team for partici- the lives of those around him is an example to to microentrepreneurs. At least 50% of re- pating in this year’s Tour de Sol competition. us all. Thank you Howard for all of your hard sources must go towards programs that serve After a four-day, 350-mile race beginning in work, and good luck in your future endeavors. women and the very poor. Washington, D.C., the Sunpacer team ulti- f This bill goes beyond helping women de- mately tied for first place with the Zodiac team velop small businesses. The programs that the from West Irondequoit High School near MICROENTERPRISE FOR SELF-RE- bill supports will change the face of foreign Rochester, NY. LIANCE ACT OF 2000 AND FOR- aid, expanding access to financial services Special recognition should be given to Cato- EIGN ASSISTANCE ACT OF 1961 and making microlending a component of U.S. Meridian High School teacher Mr. Earl Billings AMENDMENTS ACT foreign policy. and his team for their determination. The Whereas today microcredit is helping more Sunpacer team has won its class several SPEECH OF than 20 million creditors, the summit set a new times and has been honored with many HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE goal five times that number. This bill will go a awards for efficiency. At this year’s competi- OF TEXAS long way toward helping us meet that goal. tion, the Sunpacer team received a $250.00 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. 4073 also broadens the definition of first prize and a first place plaque. microenterprise development services in rec- Tuesday, June 4, 2002 On behalf of the 25th District of New York, ognition of the importance of delivering both fi- it is my honor to congratulate the Sunpacer Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, nancial and non-financial services to the poor, team for another first place win at the Tour de according to the World Health Organization, and emphasizes the importance of providing Sol competition. With these remarks, I would over one billion people [one-fifth of the world’s these services to rural as well as urban areas. like to recognize the following student partici- population] lives in extreme poverty. They sub- H.R. 4073 expands the definition of the very pants and staff: Arron Kolb, Ashley Davenport, sist on less than one dollar a day. These fami- poor to include those severely poor people liv- Amber Ross, Tim Soine, Nick Snow, Nicole lies cannot adequately feed themselves or ing on less than one dollar per day and pro- Leach and teacher Earl Billings. plan for the future, working menial jobs or sell- vides clear guidance to USAID for the devel- Congratulations to all. ing whatever they can to survive one more opment and use of cost-efficient practical pov- f day. In most Third World countries more than erty measurement tools that can be applied by PAYING TRIBUTE TO HOWARD C. half the people survive by working in small- practitioner organizations. BRUNER scale businesses or ‘‘microenterprises’’ out- This change creates substantially greater in- side the traditional economic structures. They centive for USAID to find and support finan- HON. SCOTT McINNIS are fruit vendors in Haiti; ragpickers in India; cially-sustainable lines of microenterprise de- basketmakers in Ghana. To climb out of pov- velopment service that favor the very poor, OF COLORADO erty toward self-reliance, access to credit for while allowing up to half of the funding to sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES these people is critical, but hard to come by. port other lines of service that serve others Wednesday, June 5, 2002 Government credit programs and traditional who are economically better-off. Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I take this op- lending institutions do not offer affordable Therefore, I strongly urge my fellow mem- portunity to recognize the hard work and serv- loans to the poor because they cannot afford bers to support H.R. 4073.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.004 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E967 TRIBUTE TO PERFECTING CHURCH girls junior varsity crew team, coached by Joe the attention of this body of Congress and this AND HOLY CONVOCATION 2002 Bufano, became only the third area team to nation. His passion and dedication to his work win national honors after receiving the title of is an example to us all. Joe will be deeply HON. DAVID E. BONIOR national champions in Oak Ridge, Tennessee. missed by those whose lives he touched but OF MICHIGAN The team, consisting of seven juniors and his memory will live on in his work. During this two sophomores, competed against traditional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES difficult time I would like to extend my deepest powerhouses, including four other teams com- sympathies to his family. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 peting in the finals of the Scholastic Rowing Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, Perfecting Association of America championships. With a f Church is a church with a noble mission. ‘‘Per- winning combination of hard work and deter- fecting’’ as it is affectionately called, ‘‘strives to mination, the young women of the Nottingham BROWNFIELDS REDEVELOPMENT attain the purpose for which it is called, not for junior varsity crew team competed success- ENHANCEMENT ACT vain glory but that it might be ready to meet fully as a city school under a tight budget. the needs of the people; ever mindful of the Special recognition should be given to the par- SPEECH OF phrase spoken in that vision to Pastor Winans, ents and volunteers who assisted the team HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE when funding for chartered buses was unavail- They are coming to you.’’ And during the week OF TEXAS of May 19–May 26, 2002, the people came to able. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pastor Marvin Winans of Perfecting Church for On behalf of the residents of the 25th Con- its 2002 Holy Convocation. gressional District of New York, it is my honor Tuesday, June 4, 2002 Born out of a phrase given to the young to congratulate Nottingham High School’s Girls Junior Varsity Crew team and their coach Joe Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, preacher and singer Marvin Winans, Per- I rise in support of H.R. 2941, the Brownfields fecting Church began humbly with just eight Bufano on their first national championship win. With these remarks, I would like to recog- Redevelopment Enhancement Act. members in the basement of Pastor Winans’ I would like to thank my colleagues Mr. MIL- home. With his strong passion for his faith and nize the following nine girls of the eight oared shell division and their coach: Jackie Stone, LER from California and Ms. MALONEY from as his message, and ministry was received, New York along with the Financial Services Perfecting Church flourished. Perfecting Katie Schneider, Christina Shaw, Crysten Rushmore, Karlyn Downing, Megan Holloway, Committee for their hard work on this issue. Church today, a huge, beautiful church com- This important legislation would improve plex located on Nevada Street in Detroit, Zaula Usman, Stacey Karpouzes, Lyndsay Boileau, and coach Joe Bufano. local communities by generating 550,000 addi- Michigan, has become a thriving centier of re- tional jobs and up to $2,400,000,000 in new ligious and social activity for families and Congratulations to all. f tax revenues for cities and towns. More spe- friends of the community. And as Pastor cifically, H.R. 2941 would give cities new fi- Winans has always taught that ‘‘Ministry PAYING TRIBUTE TO JOE LACY nancing options for Brownfields redevelop- means People’’, he has worked hard to ensure ment. that Perfecting Church has been an example HON. SCOTT McINNIS This bill would create a pilot program where of that teaching. With ministries that range OF COLORADO the Secretary of Housing and Urban Develop- from helping the homeless to healing the hurt- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment would develop and maintain a common ing, Perfecting Church is home to over 25 Wednesday, June 5, 2002 loan pool. There are an estimated 600,000 ministries and departments including youth or- Brownfields in America, each a missed oppor- Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a ganizations, choirs, social and charitable tunity for development. groups. Joyfully celebrating Christmas and heavy heart that I pay tribute to the life and By de-linking HUD’s Brownfield Economic Easter, while lending a warm shoulder to memory of Joe Lacy. Joe’s vision and ability Development Initiative (BEDI) from its Section those suffering, Perfecting Church has been a to make his vision a reality embodied the spirit 108 loan program, cities would be given faithful friend to all who have walked through of Colorado. Joe was the city manager of added flexibility in obtaining BEDI grants and the front doors. Grand Junction, Colorado in the 1960s and would not be forced to use Community Devel- With the theme of ‘‘Advancing the Army’’, was the driving force in creating the town we opment Block Grants (CDBG) funds as collat- Perfecting Church’s Holy Convocation 2002 know today. After courageously battling a de- eral. mission is to have worshipers leave their holy bilitating illness Joe passed away at the age of CDBG are especially helpful in providing im- gathering with specific strategies to advance in 74. portant community services such as the Meals victory, faith, and power. During this convoca- A native Coloradan, Joe attended high on Wheels or child care programs. As the tion, congregation members and families from school in Pueblo. Joe continued his education founder and Co-Chair of the Congressional communities everywhere join together in spir- at the University of Denver and received a Children’s Caucus, I am especially supportive itual song, spoken word, and biblical teach- bachelors degree in journalism and masters in of the fact that CDBG funds will not be com- ings, renewing and strengthening their reli- public administration. Joe nearly became the promised. gious beliefs. As Pastor Winans held another Grand Junction Sentinel classified advertising successful convocation, he continues to dem- manager, but the Army called before he could Moreover, H.R. 2941 would help preserve onstrate his commitment to advancing the mis- start. Joe enlisted in the United States Army our existing green spaces. The positive envi- sion of Perfecting Church to families across and proudly served his country in Korea. In ronmental impact of this legislation is signifi- the state of Michigan and beyond. 1960, Joe came back to Grand Junction after cant. I applaud Pastor Winans and Perfecting starting his career as the assistant city man- I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- Church for their leadership, faith, and service, ager of Englewood. As the city manager Joe tion. and I urge my colleagues to join me in salut- had a vision for the city’s downtown. His inno- ing them on exemplary years of faith and serv- vative approach, which combined light traffic f ice. with a pedestrian area, proved to be a suc- PERSONAL EXPLANATION f cess and today is the heart of the city. For all of his innovative ideas and education TRIBUTE TO NOTTINGHAM HIGH it was really Joe’s personality and personal in- HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ SCHOOL’S GIRLS JUNIOR VAR- vestment in his work that people remember. OF NEW JERSEY SITY CREW TEAM Joe’s faith in his own ideas made it possible IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for even the strongest skeptic to become Joe’s Wednesday, June 5, 2002 HON. JAMES T. WALSH strongest supporter. Joe is fondly remembered OF NEW YORK by the city as a man who made things happen Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, because of the New Jersey Primary, I stayed in my dis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and for his warm smile. No one knew Joe’s qualities better than those who will miss him trict, and I was unable to be present for all Wednesday, June 5, 2002 most, his family. Joe was the loving husband votes on June 4, 2002. Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of M.J. ‘‘Mayme’’ Holder and a devoted father On rollcall No. 208, had I been present, I congratulate the Nottingham High School’s of four sons and grandfather of seven. would have voted ‘‘yes’’. Girls Junior Varsity Crew team for winning its Mr. Speaker it is my privilege to be able to On rollcall No. 207, had I been present, I first national championship. The Nottingham bring the life and contributions of Joe Lacy to would have voted ‘‘yes’’.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.007 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E968 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 MARITIME TRANSPORTATION man’s great character. I express my sincerest We should honor their sacrifices by providing ANTITERRORISM ACT OF 2002 condolences to his family and friends, and I good health care, benefits, and compensation salute Edward, a person who selflessly con- to our veterans who fought alongside them SPEECH OF tributed to our society. and the current members of our Armed HON. EARL BLUMENAUER f Forces. We should honor them by fulfilling all the promises that we made to them and their OF OREGON TRIBUTE TO SUSAN MIGON, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES families when they answered the call of duty. D.A.R.E. EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR As we observe Memorial Day, let us not be Tuesday, June 4, 2002 content with honoring our soldiers just this one Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, I sup- HON. JAMES T. WALSH day each year. Let us remember in our hearts port H.R. 3983, the Maritime Transportation OF NEW YORK the ultimate gift these men and women gave Antiterrorism Act. This legislation takes critical IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to us. And let us keep in our prayers those steps to address the security of our ports and Wednesday, June 5, 2002 men and women who are serving our nation the cargo that passes through them. overseas today. In their courage and strength, However, I do have concerns about a provi- Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to they set an example for all of us and remind sion that requires the development of a cargo congratulate Susan Migon of St. Charles us of what it means to be an American. identification and screening system that would Borromeo School in Westvale, NY for being f require detailed information to be provided to honored by New York State as Drug Abuse U.S. Customs Service 24 hours prior to the Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Educator of REPEALING SUNSET OF ECONOMIC time the cargo is loaded at its origination the Year. This award is named to Susan GROWTH AND TAX RELIEF REC- point. The level of detail required and the tim- Migon in recognition of her extraordinary com- ONCILIATION ACT OF 2001 WITH ing of its delivery to the U.S. Customs Service mitment to the New York State D.A.R.E. pro- RESPECT TO EXPANSION OF for the more than six million containers that gram. CERTAIN ADOPTION PROGRAMS are shipped to the United States each year The D.A.R.E. program provides fifth grade SPEECH OF may be unduly burdensome to the ports, im- students with the knowledge necessary to suc- porters, customs brokers, and freight for- cessfully turn away from drugs and alcohol. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE warders that will be saddled with this task. Susan Migon contributes to the D.A.R.E. OF TEXAS As 95 percent of our international trade ar- course taught by local police chiefs by bring- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rives via the oceans, I fully support the aims ing enthusiasm and constant participation to Tuesday, June 4, 2002 of this bill. Though, I hope the concern I have her classroom. She serves as a valuable expressed can be alleviated in conference. asset to the program and should be honored Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, f for her exemplary dedication. Susan Migon re- I wish to thank the distinguished gentleman ceived a nomination for the award from the from Michigan, Mr. CAMP, for introducing this PAYING TRIBUTE TO EDWARD LEO Geddes Police Department, and has worked legislation. APODACA closely with them on the D.A.R.E. program for This important legislation expresses the the past nine years. strong sense of Congress that Adoption Credit HON. SCOTT McINNIS On behalf of the residents of the 25th Con- and Adoption Assistance Programs should not OF COLORADO gressional District of New York, it is my honor expire. Many parents who seek to provide a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to congratulate Susan Migon of St. Charles permanent home to a child face the high cost School for her award as New York State’s of adoption. Thereby discouraging families Wednesday, June 5, 2002 D.A.R.E. Educator of the Year. from engaging in the adoption process. Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to f Families spend between $8,000 and take this opportunity to pay tribute to the life $30,000 to adopt a child. Necessary expenses and memory of Edward Leo Apodaca, a man IN HONOR OF GRAND RAPIDS directly related to the legal adoption of a child who honorably devoted his life to helping HOME FOR VETERANS can include court costs, attorney fees, trav- young men and women. Edward upheld dig- eling expenses and some unpredictable costs. nity and integrity, and regrettably, he passed HON. DAVID E. BONIOR Sec. 202 of H.R. 1836 Expansion of Adoption away in April of this year. Today we mourn the OF MICHIGAN Credit and Adoption Assistance Programs loss of a great citizen, and a courageous lead- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES benefits children who need the stability of a er who proudly served his family and commu- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 permanent home by easing the financial bur- nity. den placed on willing families. Edward spent over 40 years pursuing his Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, every year on We must do all we can to encourage adop- avocation as an amateur boxer. Edward grew Memorial Day, we recognize those who fought tion at this critical time when our nation faces up boxing in Pueblo, and continued his boxing for our nation and gave their lives in the name a shortage of families willing to provide perma- career after he enlisted in the Army. His atten- of democracy and freedom. It is a time for us nent homes for children. As of March 31, tion to detail and continuous strive to achieve to remember the patriotism they showed as 2000, there were 588,000 children in foster excellence molded him into a respected, ad- they went into battle, the courage with which care. Of those children in foster care, more mired, paratrooper in the 82nd Airborne Divi- they fought, and the ultimate sacrifice they than 117,000 were waiting to be adopted. sion serving in Vietnam. Edward served his made for our country. Today, that number continues to rise. country with honor, and he returned to the My home State of Michigan has lost many Mr. Speaker, this legislation prioritizes eas- United States as a decorated veteran. good men and women to war. We lost 18,906 ing the financial burden of the adoption proc- Edward was a member of the Pueblo people in World War I, World War II, the Ko- ess for families that are prepared to provide Stylers boxing team, and he used his thrilling rean war, and the Gulf war. We lost over homes for children in need of them, I ask my personality to mentor many of the youth in 2,600 men and women in Vietnam—more colleagues to support this important bill. Pueblo. He assisted in starting the Community people per capita than any other State in the f Youth Organization, and later acted as the or- nation. We understand the honor in answering ganizer of numerous youth oriented boxing a nation’s call to serve, and we know what it COLONEL JAMES W. DELONY’S teams. His humble character and guidance means to lose parents, brothers, sisters, and RETIREMENT has helped shape the amateur boxing stand- children to battle. As a Vietnam-era veteran, ards around Colorado. His love for the kids and the son of a WWII veteran, I know in my HON. J. RANDY FORBES with which he has worked has gained him the heart the value of this service. OF VIRGINIA affectionate nickname of ‘‘coach.’’ Our lost soldiers have earned parades, me- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, It is with great honor I stand morial services, and events in their honor. But here and praise the achievements of Edward they have also earned a commitment from Wednesday, June 5, 2002 before this body of Congress and this nation. their nation that we will never forget their serv- Mr. FORBES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Edward will be missed tremendously, and al- ice and will treat all who fight for our country honor a true American patriot who has com- though we will grieve the loss of this out- with dignity and respect. We should remember mitted his entire career to the mission of de- standing individual, we will rejoice over this our lost soldiers not just in words, but deeds. fending America. Colonel James W. DeLony,

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.023 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E969 United States Army Corps of Engineers, is re- Rifle, Colorado. Through her experiences in the future, people should never forget this tiring from duty bringing to a close his admi- different geographic areas and districts, Hilda day, and always remember all the people who rable 29-year military career. expanded her vast knowledge and wisdom, died. I believe parents should tell their chil- Colonel DeLony, a 1973 graduate of Texas dren the truth about what happened when and became an excellent asset to every they are old enough to understand, so they A&M, spent much of his career in the elite Air- school district she served. Today we admire a aren’t frightened. Your friends and you will borne forces including command of the 101st woman who selflessly donated her time and learn about this day in your Social Studies Airborne Division’s Engineer Battalion and as efforts to upholding the structure of her com- class in school, if your parents didn’t already the Brigade Operations Officer of the 20th Air- munity. tell you about it. borne Engineer Brigade during the Gulf War. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride I honor I hope this terrorist act never happens For his service, Colonel DeLony has been such an outstanding individual before this again. Hopefully you will never know the awarded a number of decorations including body of Congress and this nation. Hilda con- ‘‘evil’’ word, terrorism. But, if something the Legion of Merit, Bronze Star Medal, Meri- like this does happen again, I am sure that tributed so much, and she was so thoughtful, everyone will be very sad. I am so glad to be torious Service Medal (Five Awards), Army words will never express our appreciation to an American, because of our freedom and Commendation Medal (Two Awards), National her. Hilda, thank you for your hard work in our people staying united through difficult Defense Service Medal (Two Awards), Saudi country, and I anticipate great future achieve- times. Arabia Liberation Medal and the Kuwait Lib- ments from you. Sincerely, NICOLE BANSEN. eration Medal. He has also earned the Senior f Parachutist Badge, Air Assault Badge, and the f coveted Ranger Tab. PERSONAL EXPLANATION In his most recent assignment, Colonel FARM SECURITY ACT DeLony served as the Commander of the Wil- HON. NEIL ABERCROMBIE mington District, U.S. Army Corps of Engi- OF HAWAII HON. ERNEST J. ISTOOK, JR. neers. In this position, Colonel DeLony battled IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OKLAHOMA different foes, from mosquitoes in the Cape IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Fear River to Hurricane Debby as it threat- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 Wednesday, June 5, 2002 ened the Southeast coast. He has distin- Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. Speaker, yester- guished himself in this assignment, providing day, my flight from Los Angeles was delayed Mr. ISTOOK. Mr. Speaker, I respectfully re- able leadership as his command carried out its in departing and I unavoidably missed two roll- quest that the attached article appearing in essential mission of enhancing the military and call votes. Had I been present, I would have The Weekly Standard on May 27, 2002 re- economic capabilities of South-Central Virginia voted as follows: garding the recently passed and signed Farm and North Carolina. On rollcall No. 208, H.R. 4800 to make the Security Act conference report be included in Mr. Speaker, I rise today as the Represent- adoption tax credit permanent, ‘‘Yea’’. the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. ative of the citizens of Virginia’s 4h District to On rollcall No. 207, to make permanent the [From the Weekly Standard, May 27, 2002] congratulate Colonel DeLony on his magnifi- tax exemption for payments to Holocaust sur- THE PIGS RETURN TO THE TROUGH cent career and to thank him for his long serv- vivors, ‘‘Yea’’. FARM SUBSIDIES ARE BACK, BIGGER THAN EVER ice to America. Colonel, we wish you and your f wife Jennifer every happiness as you begin (By Fred Barnes) this new assignment and thank you both for EXPLAINING SEPTEMBER 11TH TO The White House veto of the farm bill was your dedication to service and duty. FUTURE 4TH GRADERS bold and defiant, reflecting the strength and confidence of the president. The bill not only f costs too much and imposes too many gov- PAYING TRIBUTE TO HILDA HON. STEVE ISRAEL ernment controls, he said, but it’s also filled OF NEW YORK with ‘‘so much that would be detrimental to VAUGHAN farmers,’’ their future would be put in jeop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ardy. ‘‘It would do harm to every agricul- HON. SCOTT McINNIS Wednesday, June 5, 2002 tural region of the country,’’ the president said, causing large surpluses. ‘‘Thus it fails OF COLORADO Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I commend the to meet the test of being good for farmers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES following letter to you and all of our col- and fair to all our people.’’ Too bad this veto Wednesday, June 5, 2002 leagues. Nicole Bansen read this letter at the message didn’t come from President Bush Lindenhurst Memorial Day Ceremony on May Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to last week when he instead signed the bloated 27, 2002. An elementary school student from new farm bill. No, those words were Presi- take this opportunity to pay tribute to Hilda Long Island, Nicole directed the letter to future dent Eisenhower’s as he vetoed the Agricul- Vaughan, an exceptional individual who has 4th graders so that they might better under- tural Act of 1956. selflessly devoted her time and energy to the stand September 11 based on her own experi- At the last moment, Bush considered a betterment of this nation. I applaud her out- ence. Like Nicole, I believe that we must help veto. His aides checked with congressional standing character, and her desire to support Republicans to find out if the bill’s price tag preserve the memory of that tragic day by might be as much as $20 billion more than and educate her community. Hilda dem- sharing our stories with future generations. onstrates impressive qualities worthy of such advertised. It’s costly, but not that costly, DEAR FUTURE FOURTH GRADER: September the White House was told. And even if it praise, and today we honor her retirement as 11, 2001 was a tragic day. I’m writing this let- were, it was too late for a veto, the president a salute to a job well done. ter to tell you what really happened. I was in having signaled repeatedly that he’d sign the Hilda was born in Lynchburg, Virginia, and school when it happened. That was the day measure. So, with misgivings, Bush went spent her adolescent years thirsting for knowl- that jet planes hit the Twin Towers, and along. Three times, he called the bill ‘‘gen- edge. After graduating from Rustburg High soon both collapsed. Tower One was hit first. erous,’’ and he conceded ‘‘it’s not a perfect School in Rustburg Virginia, she obtained a Within the next hour, Tower Two was also bill.’’ His weak explanation for signing it Bachelor of Arts degree from Lynchburg Col- hit. Time seemed to freeze. Everyone just was: ‘‘There’s no such thing as a perfect lege, and married her beloved husband, Ted stopped what they were doing to see what bill.’’ happened in disbelief. It was like a night- Vaughan. Hilda moved to Silt, Colorado, and There’s a lot more wrong with the bill mare coming true! Bush signed than a few imperfections. First, served her community well, by holding a num- When I found out what had happened, my there’s the money. Depending on whose pro- ber of clerical, secretarial, and accounting po- heart felt like it was shattered, just like the jections you use, it will raise farm spending sitions. Additionally, Hilda achieved her EMT– Twin Towers. After school, my brother and by $73 billion to $82 billion over 10 years. The B certification and assisted the Grand Valley Mom told me to watch the news. I turned on bill’s total cost is pegged at $457.8 billion, in- Fire Protection District. Hilda’s attention to de- the television and saw both planes crashing cluding $251.9 billion for food stamps. What’s tail, together with her unwavering determina- into the Twin Towers. A friend of our fam- worse is the attitude of Congress and the tion, led her to become and perform as an ily’s worked on the 72nd floor of Tower One. White House toward the increased spending I was afraid that he might be killed, like so outstanding substitute teacher and librarian for that the bill reveals. A war is on and there’s many others. He made it out of the building again a huge deficit, yet Washington is back 23 years. As a student teacher in Lynchburg, in minutes before it collapsed! to its old ways, gorging on spending. The era she educated herself to become a mentor as I was affected by this tragedy in a sad way in which big government was over is over. well as a teacher. Her first substitute teaching because I will not see the Twin Towers any- The bill not only increases spending for position was in the RE–2 School District, in more, and so many innocent people died. In most existing crop subsidy programs, it

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.016 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E970 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 brings back old ones that had been killed and with its market-oriented approach has not need international cooperation and equal se- even creates new ones. Remember the mo- been reversed by the new farm bill. At last curity capabilities. hair subsidy, which became famous because week’s signing ceremony, Bush said supple- We need to ensure the safety of cargo origi- one of its recipients was newsman Sam Don- mental farm bills won’t have to be enacted nating overseas, which then must pass aldson of ABC? It was eliminated in the every year, as was the case after 1996. The Freedom to Farm Act of 1996, which was sup- new bill, he said, ‘‘is generous enough to through the global chain of custody, before it posed to wean farmers off subsidies alto- eliminate the need for supplemental support reaches our domestic ports. To fully under- gether, but didn’t. Well, the mohair subsidy later this year and in the future.’’ We’ll see. stand the scope of dealing with maritime secu- is back, along with the previously killed The question is whether farmers and their rity, simply imagine that every single container wool subsidy, thanks to the chairman (Larry allies in Washington have merely been whet- bound for entry into the United States or sim- Combest) and ranking Democratic member ted. The answer, more likely than not, is ply passing through the United States is a po- (Charles Stenholm) of the House Agricul- whetted. tural Committee, both from Texas. And tential weapon of mass destruction. Every ship thanks to the efforts of Democratic senator f could be a delivery system of doom and every Kent Conrad of North Dakota, the honey port a potential target. Now realize that the subsidy has also risen from the dead. HOLOCAUST RESTITUTION TAX equivalent of six million containers entered the Is it crucial to America for these products FAIRNESS ACT OF 2002 United States last year aboard 7,500 commer- to be federally subsidized? Of course not. Yet cial vessels making 51,000 port calls. what’s alarming is how easily these subsidies SPEECH OF were revived. The standard wasn’t whether H.R. 3983, the Maritime Transportation Anti- they are necessary. Obviously they aren’t. It HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE Terrorism Act of 2002, as amended, is an im- was whether the subsidies could be slipped OF TEXAS portant step in ensuring the safety of cargo into the farm bill, one way or another, while IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES originating overseas. Together with the man- everyone is distracted by the war on ter- ager’s amendment adding the Coast Guard re- Tuesday, June 4, 2002 rorism. This is the old way of doing business authorization bill and the Custom’s reauthor- in Washington: Feather your own nest—that Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, ization act passed by the House shortly before is, your district or state—with as much of I rise in support of the Holocaust Restitution the taxpayers’ money as you can get your the Memorial Day Work Period, the Congress hands on. This practice, dormant for a spell, Tax Fairness Act of 2002 to repeal the sunset is finally taking a comprehensive approach to is now back in full flower. of the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Rec- port security. Republicans are almost as guilty as Demo- onciliation Act of 2001. This bill which allows Perhaps most critical to a timely global im- crats. For instance, they used the farm bill the continued exemption of Holocaust related plementation of a port security system is the to present a gift to Ben Gilman, former payments from federal income tax is an impor- fact that H.R. 3983 incorporates the need to chairman of the House International Rela- tant and symbolic gesture on behalf of eligible work effectively with foreign governments in tions Committee, who’s retiring. Onion individuals who were persecuted on the basis order to ensure national security. This bill calls growers in his upstate New York district have been clamoring for federal aid for of religion, physical and mental disability, sex- for the Department of Transportation to iden- years, and so has Gilman. The farm bill pro- ual orientation by Nazi Germany. tify foreign ports that pose a security risk to vides a subsidy. Gilman was duly appre- A reparation fund established by Germany the United States. If the Department finds a ciative. ‘‘This measure enables us to finally makes approximately 60,000 payments to indi- foreign port’s security measures to be inad- deliver the needed $10 million in federal as- viduals living in the United States. Payments equate, it will make recommendations to im- sistance to our Orange County onion farm- also come from countries and industries that prove these security measures. But if the for- ers, who have suffered year after year,’’ he benefited from slave labor or property confis- eign port fails to take corrective actions within said. Gilman is a capable congressman and a cation during the Nazi era. 90 days, the Department can prescribe addi- nice man. But should the farm bill be a vehi- cle for gifts? Payments to Holocaust survivors should not tional security conditions for ships and cargo The onion program is not the only new be subject to U.S. income tax. The Exclusion entering the United States from these ports. one. Conrad was the key player in bringing From Federal Income Tax For Restitution Re- The bill also requires development of a about a subsidy for ‘‘pulse’’ crops—you ceived by Victims of the Nazi Regime was en- cargo identification, tracking, and screening know, chickpeas, lentils, and dry peas. A acted as a thoughtful way to bring closure to system, as well as performance standards to subsidy for those is designed to encourage a painful period in history. enhance the physical security of shipping con- farmers to rotate their crops. Crop rotation I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- tainers. Also important is H.R. 3983’s inclusion is a good agricultural practice. But hasn’t it been done for eons without a subsidy from tion on behalf of victims of the Nazi regime. of a deadline (June 30, 2003) for the deploy- Washington? Must farmers really be prodded f ment of this cargo security system. We all at taxpayers’ expense? know that such a time schedule is crucial to To no one’s shock, the farm bill is bla- MARITIME TRANSPORTATION the protection of our people, seaports and na- tantly political. As Richard E. Cohen and ANTITERRORISM ACT OF 2002 tional and international commerce. There is no Corine Hegland noted in the National Jour- time to waste on this endeavor. We must start nal, Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle SPEECH OF made sure Democratic senators up for reelec- and complete this strategy against terrorism tion this year were helped. Max Cleland of HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ before we are subject to another attack. Imple- Georgia got a bigger-than-ever peanut sub- OF NEW JERSEY menting preventive measures will greatly re- sidy. Tim Johnson of South Dakota wanted IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duce the degree of vulnerability of our ports. something called ‘‘country-of-origin’’ label- Finally, it codifies an emergency Coast ing on products—and got it. Tom Harkin, Tuesday, June 4, 2002 Guard rule put in place immediately after the chairman of the Senate Agriculture Com- Mr. MENENDEZ. Madam Speaker, I come attacks of September 11th. Under this rule, mittee, got a big, fat farm bill to brag about today to address the critical issue of American shipping companies must electronically trans- back in Iowa. What about President Bush? He could have seaport security. I am acutely aware of the mit passenger and crew manifests to the De- kept the farm bill from becoming egre- dangerous possibilities for terrorist acts partment of Transportation prior to the vessel giously larded. Citing new economic cir- against our seaports since I represent the third entering the United States. cumstances, he could have called for a little largest and the busiest seaport on the East Unfortunately, H.R. 3983 is vague or does belt-tightening. It was back in spring 2001 Coast of the United States—the Port of New not address many issues important to port se- when Congress authorized the $73 billion in- York/New Jersey, which creates over 229,000 curity and I hope that my colleagues will ad- crease in farm spending. At the time, the jobs and generates more than $25 billion in dress these issues in conference. For exam- budget surplus was $5 trillion and no annual deficits were in sight. The economic slump commerce. ple, the bill creates a single, national transpor- changed things. By late 2001, the surplus had As we are all sadly aware, a terrorist’s intent tation security card to be issued to port work- shrunk dramatically and deficits were fore- is not only to kill innocent people and destroy ers, merchant mariners, and truck drivers who seen. True, the White House complained valuable property, but also to destroy our live- work in ‘‘secure’’ areas based on the success- about House and Senate farm bills as they lihoods and our way of life. Any terrorist action ful completion of a background check. Back- were being drafted, saying they cost too against our strategic seaports would have dis- ground checks and a single security card are much and didn’t meet the White House’s astrous effects nationally and internationally. something we have been doing at the Port of free-market standards. But Bush could have insisted Congress trim the $73 billion hike Any attempt on our part to grapple with the New York-New Jersey for many years. How- and not add programs. complex issues and details of developing and ever, it remains to be seen how this single, Against a good bit of evidence, Bush and implementing a maritime security system must national transportation security card is going to his aides assert the Freedom to Farm bill take into consideration the fact that we will work in an actual seaport setting and I urge

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.019 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E971 my colleagues to heed the concerns raised by united our country has been in our determina- 2002 SUPPLEMENTAL APPROPRIA- those who actually run and work at our na- tion to confront terrorism and our refusal to TIONS ACT FOR FURTHER RE- tion’s seaports. These concerns include hav- allow a terrorist attack to change our American COVERY FROM AND RESPONSE ing a set of clear, defined standards; the abil- way of life. We have demonstrated our cour- TO TERRORIST ATTACKS ON THE ity to appeal based on merit, not just tech- age, patriotism, strength of spirit and dogged UNITED STATES nicalities; and the fluidity of port traffic among determination in the face of the most cata- many levels of security. SPEECH OF Another concern is the inadequate funding strophic attack on our Homeland. HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH We will need these same traits as we work to assist ports in addressing the threat of ter- OF MASSACHUSETTS rorism. H.R. 3983 authorizes $225 million in together to protect our people and our country. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grants over the next three years to assist U.S. ports in implementing the Coast Guard-ap- f Thursday, May 23, 2002 proved maritime antiterrorism plans. Congress The House in Committee of the Whole appropriated $93 million in the Defense Sup- STATEMENT ON PIPELINE SAFE- House on the State of the Union had under plemental Bill to initiate this program. Unfortu- TY, H.R. 3609 TRANSPORTATION consideration the bill (H.R. 4775) making nately, the need greatly exceeds the amount AND INFRASTRUCTURE COM- supplemental appropriations for further re- provided in this bill. MITTEE MARKUP covery from and response to terrorist at- The question becomes ‘‘How do we develop tacks on the United States for the fiscal year and implement a worldwide maritime security ending September 30, 2002, and for other pur- poses: system which ensures the maximum security HON. EARL BLUMENAUER while causing minimal disruption to domestic Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Chairman, throughout the and international commerce?’’ If we are seri- OF OREGON history of this great nation, all of our political ous about ensuring the safety of our seaports, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parties—whether they were Federalist or Anti- then we must also ensure that sufficient fund- federalist, Democrat or Republican—have ing is available for the development and imple- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 worked from a shared belief that each genera- tion of Americans has a basic and continuing mentation of the necessary technology, as Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, the health well as for the training and hiring of additional obligation to provide a better future for the and safety of our citizens is a central part of personnel, if needed. next generation. Simply put, this is the prom- Among the important provisions of the Mari- a livable community. We in Congress have a ise of America. It reflects both the strength of time Transportation Antiterrorism Act of 2002 special responsibility to ensure that the federal our democratic system as well as its fragility. is the specific placement of the primary re- government is doing all it can to make our It is fragile in the sense that this promise to sponsibility for the development of standards communities safe. Sadly, in the area of pipe- the next generation is only as good and as re- and programs under the newly created Trans- line safety we have fallen short. Between liable as our willingness to honor that promise portation Security Administration headed by 1986–1999, 23 fatalities, 113 injuries, and $68 during times of great challenge. After all, it is the Undersecretary for Transportation Secu- million in property damage resulted from 411 easy to make promises when there is no cost to their fulfillment. rity. pipeline accidents. In the Pacific Northwest, I find it troubling that the Republican leader- Ladies and gentlemen, we know now that two ten-year-old boys were killed in a 1999 the security of our homeland is a matter that ship has chosen in recent months to forget the pipeline explosion in Bellingham, Washington. concerns everyone in the country. We have next generation and break that basic promise been entrusted with the grave responsibility of The bill before us today is a much-needed and to wander from that common ground that developing timely and cost effective solutions attempt to improve the federal government’s we once shared. I believe it was Thomas Jef- to the complex issue of national security. role in pipeline safety, guarantee compliance ferson who said that a politician thinks about There are many questions still to be an- from pipeline operators, and promote a more the next election, while a statesman thinks swered and many difficult decisions from our environmentally sound operation of natural about the next generation. Only a few years ago, a former leader of the Republican Party part still to be made. However, there are cer- gas and hazardous liquid pipeline systems. warned this body, ‘‘If we don’t get our house tain irrefutable facts that must guide us in Four areas in particular I would like to see im- making those decisions: in order, the financial burden of the baby Our seaport security systems are currently proved are integrity management, environ- boom retirees will be crushing for the next neither comprehensive enough nor strong mental review, whistleblower protection and generation.’’ Sadly, that message seems to enough to deter a terrorist act. the public’s right to know. have gotten lost. What I see now from the Developing and implementing an effective Of these priorities, one that is of great im- leadership on the other side of the aisle, raid- seaport security system will require the co- portance to the families who live in commu- ing the Social Security trust fund, returning us operation and coordination with local, state nities with pipelines is the right to know the lo- to deficit spending, and in effect handing the bill for this war in Afghanistan and the domes- and Federal government, port authorities, ter- cations of these pipelines. Citizens have the minal operators, shippers and ocean carriers, tic war against terrorism to our children in the right to know if a pipeline crosses near a and everyone involved in maritime transpor- form of a multi-trillion dollar deficit. It seems tation activities including labor. school, hospital or important community land- disingenuous that while the Republican leader- In order to protect our national seaports, we mark. These are not state secrets and the ship champions nine years of tax cuts for indi- must ensure that all ships and cargo bound for community’s access to this information does viduals making over $250,000 a year, they an American port have been inspected and not impair our nation’s security. Many pipeline also refuse to ask those same people to help cleared for entry. Thus, we must enlist the co- maps are already in the public realm and are pay for this war and the costs of protecting our operation of foreign governments and make posted on various public interest group web country from terrorism. sure that these governments also have com- sites. Increasing public access to this informa- Think about it . . . parable security capabilities. tion can only make our communities safer as We are without question the wealthiest gen- eration of any civilization that has ever walked The development and implementation of a the public will be more knowledgeable of global maritime security system will require a this earth. We have acquired in this genera- where spills or leaks could occur. substantial financial commitment, regardless of tion, our generation, greater wealth, greater what cost-cutting measures may be taken. While I support efforts to improve pipeline scientific progress, greater luxury—a higher The time for developing such a security sys- safety, I am concerned with any approach that living standard, and done it faster, than any tem is now. Any legislative bill that passes the would limit community awareness of the po- other generation of humans on this planet. We House must have a timetable or deadline for tential hazards of pipeline facilities. The public have seen in the past 20 years the average deployment. and the pipeline industry recognize the need income of the top one percent of earners in We have an onerous responsibility upon our to increase safety through appropriate federal this country increase by a staggering shoulders and we will have to make some supervision and protection. We must not fall $414,000 per year. We have seen the number very difficult decisions in the near future re- of millionaires in our society increase by 400 short on our federal responsibility. garding the overall security of our beloved percent over the past 10 years. The rate of homeland. However, we should not despair. home ownership is unsurpassed and has For over seven months we have seen how never been higher in this country.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.024 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E972 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 We have recently come through the longest better way to thank Pat for the contributions project (short for ‘‘Upping the Effectiveness of period of economic expansion in the history of he has made then to acknowledge the accom- our Federal Student Aid Programs) to identify this country. Yet we are here today facing a plishments of this man. and simplify burdensome regulations in the Republican leadership, which refuses to con- Pat learned the value of hard work early on Higher Education Act of 1965 that work sider the possibility that we might have to ask in his life from his mother. After Pat’s father against college students and personnel. The the richest part of our society to delay the pay passed away when Pat was ten, his mother initiative, which was started to bring some of their tax cut. Last year, my Republican col- taught school to support them both. Pat ap- sense to the regulations that students and the leagues pushed through tax cuts for the plied that lesson in his schoolwork and earned higher education community must deal with on wealthiest Americans, tax cuts that eliminated his entrance into West Point Military Academy. a daily basis, received over 3,000 responses the surplus. They inherited a projected ten- Later in Pat’s military career he would con- from college officials, administrators and other year surplus of $5.6 trillion, and instead of tinue his education by attending the Command personnel who operate America’s institutions planning for an emergency, instead of plan- and General Staff College. of higher learning. After all of the responses ning for an economic downturn, instead of put- General Donovan proudly served his coun- were catalogued, the Department of Education ting some money aside for the future; they as- try in the United States military for nearly 30 initiated a negotiated rulemaking process to sumed the good times would roll forever. Four years. During his time in the military Pat was consider the regulatory changes included in trillion of that surplus is already gone. Now we posted in Germany, Vietnam, and Korea and the project. have a national emergency, a war to pay for, served in the 82nd Airborne Division. Pat was These proposed amendments to the Higher and instead of being able to tap into that sur- also the project manager for the M60 Tank Education Act of 1965 continue this effort to identify and simplify burdensome regulations plus to pay for the war, we have to go into Program and the Bradley Fighting Vehicle. He that work against college students and per- debt, because the Republican tax cuts have was the commander for the division mainte- sonnel, and are non-controversial and tech- already spent the surplus and have generated nance battalion in the First Armored Division nical in nature. They provide for improvements deficits for the foreseeable future. known as the Big Red One. In addition to his that will reduce red tape for colleges and uni- Few of those who made these arguments leadership abilities, Pat proved that he also is versities and will improve the financial aid last year, who said that it was irresponsible to an educator when he returned to West Point process for students. Enacting these changes spend down the surplus and leave no room for to teach weapons system engineering. His now will allow the House Education and Work- a national emergency, are surprised to find military career was capped off by his service force Committee to address large, more intri- at the Pentagon where he was the Deputy that we are now here on the floor today, faced cate proposals during the reauthorization of Chief of Staff for Development, Engineering with a need to raise the debt limit. And the the HEA without being bogged down with Republican leadership is not even willing to let and Acquisition at the United States Army Ma- technical and clerical issues. us have an honest debate, a straight up-and- terial Command. This legislation provides for the streamlining down vote, on raising that debt limit. In addition to his selfless service to our and increased effectiveness of many provi- Last night I heard from the other side of the country Pat has also given his time and en- sions within the HEA. It extends two provi- aisle that if my colleagues and I complained ergy to his community. After retirement Pat sions beneficial to both students and institu- about these kinds of parliamentary games, we moved to Ouray, Colorado where he served tions scheduled to expire on September 30, were not committed to supporting a strong de- two terms as Mayor. He has dedicated count- 2002. Currently, schools with default rates fense. Mr. Speaker, there is no question here less hours to the children of the local school under 10 percent for three consecutive fiscal that by our actions since September 11th, as a volunteer. Pat also recognizes the impor- years may waive a 30-day delay requirement every member has shown his and her commit- tance of saving our heritage for the next gen- for first-year, first-time borrowers. Schools ment to this war and to supporting our troops eration and works to preserve our past meeting the same low default rate standard abroad. The question before us today should through his local historical society. Perhaps may also request one term loans in a single be whether we respond to this challenge by most importantly Pat has been a loving hus- disbursement, rather than the required multiple meeting our fiscal responsibilities and pay for band to his wife Betty who supported him disbursements. These provisions act as an in- the war, not whether we are going to simply throughout his military career. Together Pat centive to schools to keep their default rates stamp our feet and say ‘‘give me my tax cut’’ and Betty have four children, one of which fol- low and assist students in getting access to and pass the bill to the next generation by lowed in his father’s footsteps and graduated their loan funds on a more timely basis. raiding their Social Security and giving them a from West Point and is currently serving as a A drafting error during the 1998 reauthoriza- deficit. Major in the Army. tion of the HEA inadvertently removed the eli- I firmly believe in the promise of America. I Mr. Speaker, I am proud to represent Brig. gibility of not-for-profit foreign veterinary know that a lot of people on both sides of the Gen. Claude B. ‘‘Pat’’ Donovan. His devotion schools from participation in the Federal Fam- aisle do too. I would bet that most Americans to this nation and to his community certainly ily Education Loan (FFEL) Program. This leg- would agree that it would be better to freeze deserves the attention of this body of Con- islation will correct that error and keep hun- nine years of tax cuts to the very rich than to gress and this nation. Pat has gained the re- dreds of students from losing their loan eligi- raid Social Security and bring up our kids in a spect and admiration of those whose lives he bility. multi-trillion dollars of debt. has touched, especially his family. Pat’s patri- This legislation also provides clarification for Mr. Chairman, at the very least we deserve otism and dedication to his community and his financial aid officers in the return of Title IV the right to a full and fair debate of these family are an example to us all. Thank you Pat funds. It clarifies how the return of Title IV issues. It is time to end the transactional na- for all that you have done for this nation. funds should be implemented for schools uti- ture of politics exercised by the Republican f lizing clock hours, and what percentage of leadership, which benefits a small group of funds need to be included in any return. The very rich people, and instead think about the INTRODUCTION OF THE FED UP language also makes clear that Leveraging true and undying promise of America. HIGHER EDUCATION TECHNICAL Educational Assistance Partnership funds may AMENDMENTS ACT OF 2002 f be removed from the return of Title IV funds formula due to the mix of State and Federal PAYING TRIBUTE TO BRIG. GEN. HON. HOWARD P. ‘‘BUCK’’ McKEON funds at the school level. It clarifies that stu- CLAUDE B. DONOVAN OF CALIFORNIA dents who have been home schooled, and are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES treated as such under State law, are eligible for admittance into an institution of higher edu- HON. SCOTT McINNIS Wednesday, June 5, 2002 OF COLORADO cation as defined in the HEA and are eligible IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, today I am to receive financial aid. It also allows aid pro- proud to join several of my colleagues in intro- fessionals to use professional judgment in de- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 ducing the FED UP Higher Education Amend- termining financial need for a student who is Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is truly an ments Act of 2002. This legislation is the re- declared a ward of the court. honor to pay tribute to Brig. Gen. Claude B. sult of a year-long endeavor to improve the ef- This bill allows for the use of technology Donovan. Known as Pat to his friends and ficiencies and effectiveness of the Title IV stu- wherever possible to enhance and improve family, he has led an incredible life of service dent aid programs through the review of overly communication and the transfer of information. to this country. Pat embodies the spirit of my burdensome and outdated regulations. This includes reporting by States in providing district in Colorado through his perseverance Last year, the House Education and the information on teacher quality and providing and unfaltering work ethic. I can think of no Workforce Committee launched the FED.UP students with voter registration materials.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.026 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E973 This legislation allows student loan bor- John Z. Shearer was recognized by the of facts, conditions, and circumstances and rowers to receive more timely assistance from Franklin County Volunteer Transportation Net- the cause or probable cause or causes of. their lenders when they are seeking forbear- work for driving more that 1,000 miles since The Board makes transportation safety rec- ance of loan payments. It allows a lender to November and donating 43 hours to provide ommendations to Federal, State, and local accept a request for assistance over the tele- transportation to people in need of medical agencies and private organizations to reduce phone as long as a confirmation notice of the services outside Franklin County. In addition the likelihood of recurrences of transportation agreement reached is provided to the bor- to this work, Mr. Shearer also volunteers for accidents. The Board issues reports and or- rower and the borrower’s file is updated. This the Toy Mission, Kiwanis, Meals on Wheels, ders pursuant to its duties to determine the eliminates the need for borrowers to sign and directs/manages the chorus of AARP Fall- cause of transportation accidents and to report paper documents requesting help and agree- ing Spring Chapter 280. the facts, conditions and circumstances relat- ing in writing to what they already have Robert Koenig was recognized by the ing to such accidents. Franklin County Literacy Council for being a agreed to verbally. This language also aligns Since its last reauthorization in 2000, the volunteer tutor and assisting with fund-raising a rehabilitation provision within the Perkins Board has investigated over 6,500 accidents. and special projects. In addition to his work at Loan Program with the Federal Family Edu- The NTSB has issued over 650 safety rec- the council, Mr. Koenig also volunteers at the cation Loan Program. ommendations. To maintain its position as the The FED UP Technical Amendments Act Ragged Edge Library and with the Scotland world’s preeminent investigative agency, the corrects an administrative issue in the pay- School for Veterans Children football team. NTSB must have the resources necessary to ment of insurance to lenders and reinsurance Alma Collins was recognized by the Shook handle the increasingly complex accident in- to guaranty agencies on borrower default Home and The Quarters At Shook for her vestigations. The NTSB has recently broken claims when the borrower failed to establish positive attitude, reliability, and willingness to ground for its new training academy that will eligibility for that loan. This change reinstates help. teach state of the art investigative techniques long-standing policy of the Department of Edu- Marge Rossiter was recognized by the Vol- for transportation accidents. cation in the payment of these specific claims, unteer Association of South Mountain Restora- which was altered by a new reporting process tion Center for being a volunteer since 1977, Although it has no regulatory or enforce- put in place via a forms change. serving her third term as president of the as- ment powers, its reputation for impartiality and This legislation allows Hispanic Serving In- sociation and serving as chairperson for an- thoroughness has enabled the NTSB to stitutions (HSIs) to apply for HSI grants with- other of the association’s volunteer groups, achieve such success in shaping transpor- out having to wait two years in between appli- International Party Givers. tation safety improvements that more than 80 cations. It also clarifies allowable uses of grant The services these volunteers provide do percent of its recommendations have been funds within the Thurgood Marshall Legal Edu- not come with a price, but the dividends of adopted by those in a position to effect cational Opportunity Program. It also provides their work are precious and valuable. They change. clarification within the Federal TRIO programs have given their time unselfishly and have Many safety features currently incorporated that institutions with more than one campus asked for nothing in return. Through their ex- into airplanes, automobiles, trains, pipelines may apply for separate grants to serve dif- ample we learn that a smile, a thank you, or and marine vessels had their genesis in NTSB ferent populations at different campuses. just the knowledge that you have done a good recommendations. At an annual cost of less This legislation also provides clarification as deed can provide a personal reward that fills than 23 cents a citizen, the NTSB is one of to what items must be included within the an- the corners of your heart in ways that a pay- the best bargains in the government. nual report of the Department of Education’s check will never be big enough to do. Performance Based Organization (PBO). Fi- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me H.R. 4466, National Transportation Safety nally, the bill corrects the names of the author- in thanking all volunteers for their noble work Board Reauthorization Act authorizes in- izing committees throughout the HEA and cor- and congratulating John Z. Shearer, Robert creased funding over the next three years: rects a citation to a section of the law that had Koenig, Alma Collins, and Marge Rossiter for $73 million in FY 2003; $85 million in FY been changed several years ago. receiving the recognition of volunteer of the 2004; and $89.7 million in FY 2005. The bill The FED UP Higher Education Technical year. I would also like to put forth a challenge also authorizes approximately $4 million per Amendments Act of 2002 will take us one step to young people, in my district as well as other year for the training academy. This funding is closer to reducing burdensome rules and al- parts of the country, to follow in the footsteps critical to ensure that the Agency has the nec- lowing financial aid administrators and others of these individuals. President George W. essary resources to hire additional technical in the higher education community to do their Bush, in his last State of the Union Address, experts as well as to provide better training for jobs more efficiently and effectively. Program challenged all of us to give two years or 4,000 its current workforce. integrity and service to students remain the hours of service over our lifetimes. If the H.R. 4466 also addresses another matter of priority and this legislation accomplishes both. President were here today I am positive he great importance; that is, the DOT’s notori- FEDUP has accomplished its goal of would shake these four volunteers’ hands and ously slow response to NTSB’s safety rec- streamlining the current regulatory system to hold them up as examples for others to follow. ommendations. The bill requires an annual re- the extent possible, while maintaining or im- Our communities are in need of volunteers, port from DOT on the regulatory status of all proving program integrity and I urge my col- people that are willing to provide a helping significant safety recommendations (i.e., those leagues to support this legislation. hand and give from their hearts. This country on NTSB’s ‘‘most wanted list’’) received from f has a generous spirit of goodwill and kind- the NTSB. This will enable the Committee to ness, I urge others to use this as their motiva- keep tabs on the progress of these very im- A TRIBUTE TO JOHN Z. SHEARER, tion to become as involved in bettering their portant recommendations. ROBERT KOENIG, ALMA COLLINS communities as the four volunteers we have AND MARGE ROSSITER One of the NTSB’s core functions is to as- recognized today. sist families of passengers that have been in f an aviation accident. H.R. 4466 also extends HON. BILL SHUSTER the NTSB’s family assistance responsibility to OF PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD REAUTHORIZA- families of victims of rail accidents. In addition, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TION ACT OF 2002 Congress, in 2000, authorized the transfer of Wednesday, June 5, 2002 investigative priority from the NTSB to the Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to SPEECH OF Federal Bureau of Investigation in the event of recognize four residents in my district, John Z. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE an accident caused by an intentional criminal Shearer, Robert Koenig, Alma Collins, and act. H.R. 4466 provides for the transfer of the OF TEXAS family affairs responsibility to the FBI from the Marge Rossiter for each being named a volun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teer of the year by four member organizations NTSB when investigative authority has been of the South Central Directors of Volunteers Tuesday, June 4, 2002 relinquished in both aviation and rail acci- Association. Each of these individuals have Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, dents. given their communities a great service by giv- the primary function of the National Transpor- Having a well funded, well-trained NTSB ing of themselves and their time. Their service tation Safety Board primary function is to pro- workforce is of the utmost importance for the is a tremendous gift to the many people they mote safety in transportation. The Board is re- American traveling public. Accordingly, I urge help. sponsible for the investigation, determination my fellow members to strongly support the bill.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.029 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E974 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 IS INDIA AN ALLY OR A eration Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), the outskirts of Bangalore in which several TERRORIST STATE? which the U.S. government has identified as people were injured. The assailants threw a ‘‘terrorist organization.’’ stones at the church, then broke in, breaking According to Internet journalist Justin furniture and smashing windows before at- HON. DAN BURTON Raimondo, the Indian Defense Minister, tacking worshipers. the February 25 issue of OF INDIANA George Fernandes, raised money and arms the Washington Times reported another IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the LTTE. church attack in which 20 people were Pakistan and minorities within India’s wounded. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 borders charge that India is seeking hegem- In February, two church workers and a Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, re- ony in the South Asian subcontinent. Cer- teenage boy were shot at while they prayed. tainly its deployment of new missiles that The boy was injured. Two Christian mission- cently, the news website NewsMax.com ran a can reach deep into Pakistan and its tests aries were beaten with iron rods while they vary comprehensive article called ‘‘India: Allies that began the nuclear escalation in the re- rode their bicycles home. A Christian ceme- or Instigators?’’ It details India’s pattern of gion suggest that this may be true. tery in Port Blair was vandalized. abuse against the Christians, Sikhs, Muslims, While India blames Pakistan for the attack These attacks continue a pattern of op- and other minorities, its anti-Americanism, and on its Parliament, President Pervez pression of Christians that has been going on its support of terrorism against its neighbors. Musharraf says he has evidence that the In- heavily since Christmas 1998. Since then, dian government itself was responsible. No members of the RSS have murdered priests, The article shows that the Indian govern- raped nuns, burned churches, and committed ment has killed tens of thousands of Sikhs, Indian soldiers were killed, just guards, workers, and other lower-caste people. other atrocities with impunity. Christians, Muslims, and other minorities; that The book Soft Target, written by Canadian The RSS published a booklet last year de- it holds tens of thousands of political pris- journalists Brian McAndrew of the Toronto tailing how to file false criminal cases oners; and it is funding terrorism in Pakistan Star and Zuhair Kashmeri of the Toronto against Christians and other religious mi- and created and supported the Liberation Ti- Globe and Mail, shows that India blew up its norities. The RSS objects to the presence of gers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), an organization own airliner in 1985, killing 329 people, appar- missionaries in India. ently in order to blame Sikhs for the atroc- The missionaries are having a good deal of the U.S. government has called a ‘‘terrorist’’ success in converting members of the lower organization. It shows India’s domestic ter- ity and create a pretext for more violence against them. castes, especially Dalits, also known as ‘‘Un- rorism against Sikhs, Christians, Muslims, and It shows that the Indian Consul General in touchables.’’ This removes the lower-caste all the other minority groups. Toronto pulled his daughter off the flight people from the stratification of the caste Reading this article should cause any fair- shortly before it was due to depart. An auto system, which is essential to the Hindu reli- minded reader to ask whether or not India is dealer who was a friend of the Consul Gen- gion and social structure. RSS activists also burned a missionary and eral also cancelled his reservation at the last a terrorist state seeking hegemony in South his two sons to death while they slept in minute. Surinder Singh, director of North Asia and questions whether India is a country their jeep. They surrounded the jeep and American Affairs for the External Affairs of- we should trust as an ally. The United States chanted ‘‘Victory to Hannuman,’’ a Hindu should work for freedom for all the people of fice in New Delhi, also cancelled his reserva- god. Now the Indian authorities have found a tion on that flight. The Consul General also the subcontinent. I was proud to be one of 42 single individual to blame and they are mov- called to finger a suspect in the case before ing to throw the missionary’s widow out of Members of Congress from both parties who the public knew that the bombing had taken signed a letter urging President Bush to press the country. In 1997, Indian police broke up a place. The book quotes an agent of the Cana- Christian religious festival with gunfire. for the release of Sikh and other political pris- dian State Investigative Service (CSIS) as In 1994, the U.S. State Department re- oners in India. The Administration should do saying, ‘‘If you really want to clear the inci- ported that the Indian government paid out that. But it should do more. dents quickly. take vans down to the Indian over 41,000 cash bounties to police officers for After reading this article, it is clearly time for High Commission and the consulates in To- killing members of the Sikh minority. In the the U.S. government to cut off its aid to India ronto and Vancouver, load up everybody and same year, the Indian newspaper Hitavada take them down for questioning. We know it and to come out in support of self-determina- reported that the Indian government paid and they know it that they are involved.’’ the late governor of Punjab, Surendra Nath, tion for all the peoples and nations of South India has a long record of Anti-Ameri- the equivalent of $1.5 billion to foment ter- Asia. This is the best way to spread liberty, canism. On May 18, 1999, The Indian Express rorist activity in Punjab and in Kashmir. democracy, prosperity, and true stability to the reported that Mr. Fernandes, the Defense According to the book The Politics of subcontinent. Minister, organized and led a meeting with Genocide, over 250,000 Sikhs have been killed Mr. Speaker, I would like to place the article the Ambassadors from Red China, Cuba, Rus- by the Indian government’s forces. Accord- sia, Yugoslavia, Libya, and Iraq to discuss into the RECORD at this time. I urge my col- ing to human-rights groups, Indian forces setting up a security alliance ‘‘to stop the leagues and all people interested in South have killed over 75,000 Muslims in Kashmir U.S.’’ and thousands of other minorities, including Asian affairs to read it. India votes against the United States at Dalit ‘‘untouchables,’’ Tamils, and other INDIA: ALLIES OR INSTIGATORS? the United Nations more often than any groups. (By Tim Phares) country except Cuba. It had a long term A report issued last year by the Movement friendship with the former Soviet Union and Against State Repression (MASR) showed Trouble is brewing again in South Asia, as supported its invasion of Afghanistan. that India admitted to holding 52,268 polit- India and Pakistan move troops to their bor- India’s implicit support for terrorist activ- ical prisoners. Amnesty International re- der. The recent violence in Gujarat, in which ity is consistent with its internal behavior. ports that tens of thousands of other minori- over 540 people have been killed, has merely It has a record of repression of minorities ties are also being held as political prisoners. heightened tensions. that undermines its proclamation of demo- These prisoners continue to be held under It follows an attack by Muslims on a train cratic values. a law called the ‘‘Terrorist and Disruptive full of Hindu activists headed for Ayodhya, The ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Activities Act’’ (TADA), which expired in where the BJP government in India is seek- which leads a 23-party coalition, is a branch 1995, It empowered the government to hold ing to build a Hindu temple on the site where of the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh people virtually indefinitely for any offense the most revered mosque in India was de- (RSS), an organization founded in 1925 in or for no offense at all. stroyed by Hindu militants a few years ago. support of the Fascists. According to many reports, some of these It was reported that the passengers were The governing ideology of the BJP and all political prisoners have been in custody for taunting the Muslims by chanting slogans the branches of the RSS is Hindutva, the almost two decades. Amnesty International about rebuilding the temple. subjugation of society, politics, and culture reported last year that tens of thousands of Unfortunately, India, which proclaims to Hinduism. Last year, a cabinet member minorities are big held as political prisoners. itself ‘‘the world’s largest democracy,’’ has said that everyone living in India must ei- On February 28, 42 Members of the U.S. Con- made moves that undermine America’s war ther be a Hindu or be subservient to Hin- gress wrote to President Bush asking him to on terrorism. Indian military maneuvers duism. And in New York in 2000, Prime Min- work for freedom for these political pris- have forced Pakistan to divert troops from ister Atal Bihari Vajpayee said, ‘‘I will al- oners. the border with Afghanistan to the Line of ways be a Swayamsewak.’’ This is the ide- MASR also co-sponsored with the Punjab Control in Kashmir, creating a potential ology behind the attacks on Christians, Human Rights Organization an Investigation opening for terrorists to escape. Sikhs, Muslims, and other minorities. of the March 2000 massacre of 35 Sikhs in On January 2, Tony Blankley wrote in the The target of choice these days seems to be Chithisinghpora. It concluded that Indian Washington Times that India is sponsoring Christians. Human-rights organizations re- forces carried out the massacre. A separate cross-border terrorism in the Pakistani prov- port that more than 200,000 Christians in investigation conducted by the International ince of Sindh. Negaland have been killed by the Indian gov- Human Rights Organization came to the Journalist Tavleen Singh has reported in ernment. same conclusion. India’s leading newsmagazine, India Today, On February 17, the Associated Press re- As Rep. Dana Rohrabacher (R–Cal.) said on that the Indian government created the Lib- ported an attack on the Catholic church on the floor of Congress on August 2, 1999, ‘‘for

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.032 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E975 the people in Kashmir and Punjab and that nursing home staff had no record of abus- I am honored to be able to assist in bringing Jammu, India might as well be Nazi Ger- ing, neglecting or mistreating residents. For this piece of the Berlin Wall to the Marietta many.’’ this reason, Congress must take additional ac- community. I know that my colleagues join in In the words of Narinder Singh, a spokes- man for the Golden Temple, the seat of the tion to protect seniors receiving care in our na- recognizing its symbolic importance to Ger- Sikh religion, who was interviewed in Au- tion’s nursing homes. man-American friendship, and will join me in gust 1997 by National Public Radio, ‘‘The In- My legislation, the Nursing Home Resident hallowing the efforts of those who gave so dian government, all the time they boast Safety Assurance Act is an important step to- much to make this possible. that they are secular, that they are demo- wards achieving that goal. The bill would f cratic. But they have nothing to do with a amend Public Law 105–277, which currently democracy, nothing to do with a secularism. requires federal criminal background checks TRIBUTE TO 2001–2002 SACRAMENTO They just kill Sikhs to please the majority.’’ on direct care personnel to also allow back- KINGS In the March 4 issue of Forbes, Steve ground checks on indirect care personnel such Forbes compared India to the Austro-Hun- garian Empire, arguing that as a multi- as maintenance workers, janitors and dietary HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI national State, India is inherently unstable. staff. These individuals have direct access to OF CALIFORNIA Prior to the British conquest of the sub- seniors in nursing homes without completing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES continent, there was no political entity the screening procedures that direct care per- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 called India. It was a series of princely states sonnel, such as physical therapists and li- brought together by the British. censed nurse practitioners are required to Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in tribute to The Kashmiri people were promised a ref- have. The current loophole in the law puts our the 2001–2002 Sacramento Kings, one of the erendum on their status in 1948, but that society’s most vulnerable members, the elder- most exciting and formidable teams in the Na- vote has never been held. The Sikhs, who tional Basketball Association. The 2001–2002 were supposed to receive independence, have ly and disabled in circumstances rife with op- portunities for abuse and exploitation. Kings completed the greatest season in fran- never had any of their representatives sign chise history by taking the two-time defending the Indian constitution. Instead of respect- The state of North Carolina recognized this ing ‘‘the glow of freedom’’ that Nehru and potential for abuse and the state legislature World Champions, the Los Angeles Lakers, to Patel promised the Sikhs, the government passed legislation requiring criminal back- the brink of elimination in a fiercely contested declared them a ‘‘criminal class’’ as the ink ground checks for both direct and indirect care seven game series. Although the season was dry on the constitution. Currently, 17 nursing home personnel who have not lived in ended short of a Championship, the 2001– freedom movements are going on within In- North Carolina for 5 years. Public Law 105– 2002 Kings demonstrated remarkable cour- dia’s borders. age, determination, and promise that have Some Members of Congress have called for 277 hinders this background check process by preventing the Federal Bureau of Investigation surely made them a great source of civic pride sanctions against India and for an end to and a perennial NBA powerhouse for years to American aid. Some have also endorsed self- (FBI) from releasing background information determination for the peoples seeking free- on indirect care personnel. come. I ask all of my colleagues to join with dom from India through a plebiscite on inde- Amending this law to require criminal back- me in saluting the remarkable 2001–2002 pendence. While these events seem unlikely ground checks on all nursing home personnel Sacramento Kings. to occur any time soon, the Indian govern- would send a message that Congress is seri- Throughout the course of the season, the ment has held negotiations with the freedom ous about protecting the welfare of our Na- 2001–2002 Sacramento Kings showed tre- fighters in predominantly Christian mendous character in overcoming numerous Nagaland. Home Minister L.K. Advani re- tion’s seniors. Please join me in supporting the Nursing Home Resident Safety Assurance Act, obstacles. Despite losing star players Chris cently admitted that if Kashmir achieves Webber and Peja Stojakovic for significant freedom (which now seems more likely than common sense legislation to protect our na- ever), it will cause India to break apart. tion’s most vulnerable citizens. portions of the season, the Kings finished the regular season with a league best mark of 61 Some experts have predicted that within a f decade, neither India nor Pakistan will exist wins and 21 losses. The Kings won the fran- in the form we know them presently. The In- DONATION OF A PIECE OF THE chise’s first division championship since relo- dian subcontinent will continue to be a re- BERLIN WALL cating to Sacramento in 1985. By combining a gion that bears close attention by American high-octane offense and a tenacious defense, policymakers. HON. BOB BARR this year’s Kings posted the best overall f OF GEORGIA record, home record and road record in fran- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chise history. It is clear that the 2001–2002 NURSING HOME RESIDENT SAFETY Sacramento Kings are the most successful ASSURANCE ACT Wednesday, June 5, 2002 team in the franchise’s illustrious 54 year his- Mr. BARR of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise tory. HON. WALTER B. JONES today to recognize the gift of a piece of the The Kings began their postseason cam- OF NORTH CAROLINA Berlin Wall to my good friend, Georgia State paign in fine form, as they only needed four IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Senator Chuck Clay. The grandson of General games to conquer their old nemesis, the Utah Lucius Clay, who spearheaded the 1949 Berlin Jazz. In the next round, the Kings overcame Wednesday, June 5, 2002 Air Lift that saved West Berlin from a Soviet significant injuries to Peredrag Stojakovic and Mr. JONES of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, invasion, and its citizens from starvation, Sen- Doug Christie to defeat a talented Dallas Mav- I rise today to introduce the Nursing Home ator Clay is an appropriate recipient of this gift ericks team by a four games to one margin. In Resident Safety Assurance Act, legislation to that recognizes one of our greatest military he- the Western Conference finals, the Kings require background checks on indirect care roes. I am proud to represent the Marietta locked horns with the Los Angeles Lakers in personnel in our nation’s nursing homes. community in the United States House of Rep- one of the most hotly contested and memo- Currently, there are 17,000 nursing homes resentatives. rable playoff series in NBA history. Although in the United States where approximately 1.5 The importance of General Clay’s efforts the Kings would lose the series after stretch- million of our nation’s seniors reside. A 1999 during the Cold War cannot be overstated. ing the ultimate seventh game into overtime, study conducted by the House Government After serving his county in the Second World their outstanding performance throughout the Reform Committee analyzed two years of War, he earned the Distinguished Service playoffs cemented the Kings’ status as one of state inspection and complaint investigation Medal. Later, he became commander of the the preeminent teams in the NBA today and reports of nursing homes and revealed that U.S. armed forces in Europe, as well as the the dominant team of the future. abuse of nursing home residents is a wide- military governor of Germany. With his en- The 2001–2002 Sacramento Kings are com- spread, serious problem. Specifically, over 30 deavors to make the Air Lift a success, he prised of an outstanding blend of superstar percent of nursing homes in the United States, united the American and Berlin people in a players, seasoned veterans, and exciting or 5,283 facilities, were cited for an abuse vio- friendship that has continued to this date. Yet young players. This Kings team is spear- lation between January 1, 1999 and January even after retiring from the army, General Clay headed by the all around excellence of All- 1, 2001. During the two-year period of the re- remained involved in a life of service as an Stars Chris Webber and Peredrag Stojakovic. port, these nursing homes were cited for 8,972 advisor to President Eisenhower, an Ambas- On defense, the Kings are lead by defensive violations. The most frequent violations were sador to Berlin under President Kennedy, and stalwart and All NBA Defensive Second Team failure to properly investigate and report alle- as a member of countless committees on civic member Doug Christie. Skillful big men Vlade gations of resident abuse or failure to ensure affairs. Divac, Scot Pollard, and Lawrence

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.035 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E976 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 Funderburke provide consistent play in the gathered together to honor Memorial Day, proud and honored to recognize her tireless paint. The boundless energy and exuberance they also had the distinct honor of celebrating and extraordinary efforts. I Join the entire of Mike Bibby, Bobby Jackson, and Hidayet the 175th Anniversary of Harrison Township. community and America’s veterans and mili- Turkoglu fuels the Kings trademark high-power Harrison Township today is a flourishing tary personnel in thanking and honoring offense. High-flying rookie Gerald Wallace and center of civic and social activities and re- Amanda. the talented Mateen Cleaves provide an entic- sources for families of the community. With a f ing glimpse into the team’s future with their great emphasis on community service, Har- enormous potential. To round off the roster, rison Township has opened its doors through- HONORING THE WORK OF THE solid veterans Chucky Brown and Brent Price out the years to welcome community members COMMUNITY FOOD BANK OF NEW provide steady and valuable leadership on the to civic gatherings, conferences, club meet- JERSEY floor and in the locker room. This dazzling ings, and events for the entire family. group of players, combined with a selfless Community will always serve as the corner- HON. DONALD M. PAYNE commitment to team play, are major reasons stone of Harrison Township. But Harrison OF NEW JERSEY why the Kings enjoyed such unparalleled suc- Township is expanding, by bringing in new IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES levels of technology and resources. The com- cess during the 2001–2002 season. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 In addition to a wonderful roster, the 2001– munity of Harrison Township has dedicated its 2002 Kings also benefited greatly from the tu- time and talents to bring their community into Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, today has been telage of one of the best coaching staffs and the 21st Century, and they have been suc- designated by America’s Second Harvest as the leadership of one of the most progressive cessful. Because of this community’s unwaver- the First Annual Hunger Awareness Day. I front offices in the NBA. On the bench, the ing support, Harrison Township has become a would like to ask my colleagues here in the 2001–2002 Kings were lead by head coach community that will continue to cultivate its United States House of Representatives to Rick Adelman and assistant coaches Pete historic roots as well as reach out to younger join me in recognizing the dedicated work of Carril, John Wetzel and Elston Turner. These generations. the Community Food Bank of New Jersey, coaches were able to harness one of the Harrison Township is a true testament to the whose mission is to fight hunger and poverty. greatest collections of talented players in the hard work and dedication of community mem- Many individuals and families in need ben- NBA into a balanced scoring team that is epit- bers and their families. I applaud Harrison efit from the efforts of the Community Food omized by team play and an unyielding com- Township for its leadership, commitment, and Bank and its associated food banks, which mitment to defense. In the front office, the service, and I urge my colleagues to join me provide assistance to emergency feeding pro- Kings are led by the visionary ownership of in congratulating them on this landmark occa- grams in 18 of New Jersey’s 21 counties. the Maloof Family and the astute personnel sion. Today, representatives from those counties moves of team president Geoff Petrie. Under f will gather at the Food Bank to issue a call to the ownership of the Maloof Family, the Kings action. Participants will include recipients of have taken great steps to forge one of the HONORING THE SERVICE OF emergency food, who will share their stories; most unique and strongest relationships in all AMANDA SCHAECHER staff from soup kitchens and shelters; volun- of sports with their team supporters. Given the teers; and donors of food and funds. The goal Kings’ front office’s commitment to the city of HON. LANE EVANS of the Hunger Awareness Forum is to highlight Sacramento, it is no wonder why Kings fans OF ILLINOIS what is happening in New Jersey, to reveal are widely regarded as the most spirited and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES how many are hungry in our State, and to dis- cuss how all of us can work together to see most loyal fans in America. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 Mr. Speaker, as the Sacramento Kings con- that no one from New Jersey is without food. clude its greatest season in franchise history Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor The Community Food Bank is thevital link be- and prepare to achieve greater triumphs in the Amanda Schaecher, who deserves our thanks tween the food industry and the charitable or- future, I am honored to pay tribute to the and recognition for her efforts to make sure ganizations which serve the needy in our com- many hard working men and women of the our troops and veterans are not forgotten. munity. Kings organization who brought so much joy When Amanda was crowned Miss Henry Activities are being planned throughout the and pride to the people of Sacramento and County Fair, she had no specific cause to pro- nation today to raise awareness of the need to Kings’ fans everywhere. Their successes are mote or project for which she wanted to raise address hunger both nationally and locally. considerable, and it is a great honor for me to funds. But following the terrorist attacks of The theme of this initiative is ‘‘Nobody in have the opportunity to pay tribute to their ac- September 11, a cause found her. She has America Should Go Hungry.’’ complishments. I ask all my colleagues to join used whatever resources were at her disposal Mr. Speaker, as Congress addresses the with me in congratulating the Sacramento as queen to help our troops and veterans. issue of hunger, it is fitting that we take a mo- Kings on a wonderful season and wishing Last November, in honor of Veteran’s Day, ment to honor the efforts of the staff and vol- them greater success in future seasons. Amanda printed special certificates of recogni- unteers who have made the Community Food tion which she presented, along with an Amer- f Bank of New Jersey such a successful re- ican flag, to more than 50 veterans residing in source for our communities. Let us thank them TRIBUTE TO HARRISON TOWNSHIP nursing homes and independent living centers for assisting countless individuals and families in Henry County. through this labor of love. HON. DAVID E. BONIOR Just before Christmas, she launched an on- f OF MICHIGAN going project to encourage contributions to the TRIBUTE TO DR. FRANZ B. HUMER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES USO, so current troops overseas are not for- gotten. She has recorded public service an- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 nouncements for local radio stations and HON. BILL PASCRELL, JR. Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to placed a public service ad in the Kewanee OF NEW JERSEY recognize Harrison Township, whose out- Star Courier newspaper and taped up posters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES standing dedication and commitment to the at various locations around Henry County. service of its community has led to a great ac- Earlier this year, when she heard the Wednesday, June 5, 2002 complishment. On Tuesday, May 28, 2002, Kewanee National Guard unit would not be Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored Harrison Township celebrated its 175th Anni- able to hold its annual fundraiser at its armory to take this opportunity to recognize the work versary, commemorating 175 years of civic ex- because of heightened security precautions, of an outstanding individual, Dr. Franz B. cellence. she arranged for it to be held at Wethersfield Humer, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Every year on Memorial Day, we recognize High School. of Roche Holdings, Ltd, one of the world’s those who fought for our nation and gave their There are many examples of patriotism and leading healthcare companies whose United lives in the name of democracy and freedom. service in the aftermath of Sept. 11. Amanda States headquarters is located in my district, It is a time for us to remember the patriotism Schaecher exemplifies those values. The time, in Nutley, New Jersey. they showed as they went into battle, the talent and energy she has given cannot be On Wednesday, May 22, Dr. Humer was courage with which they fought, and the ulti- calculated—they are priceless. honored along with Leah Tutu, the wife of mate sacrifice they made for our country. This Our veterans and military personnel have no Bishop Desmond Tutu, at the Phelophepa year, as the community of Harrison Township better friend and supporter than Amanda. I am Health Care Train Gala dinner in New York

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.039 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E977 City. My obligations here in Washington gratulate Fellowship Chapel on their 36th An- right religious infighting, intolerance and dis- caused me to miss the event, which I am told niversary, and I urge my colleagues to join me crimination. was a tremendous success. in recognizing them on this landmark occa- If we allow government to fund and become It is only fitting that Dr. Humer be honored, sion. involved in religion, it will harm religion, not in this, the permanent record of the greatest f help it. It is people of faith who must point out freely elected body on earth, for his steadfast that church-state separation does not mean leadership in providing long term support he WELFARE REAUTHORIZATION AND CHARITABLE CHOICE keeping people of faith from being involved in and Hoffmann-La Roche have given to South government but rather it means keeping gov- Africa’s neediest citizens. ernment from being involved in religion. The Phelophepa Health Care Train, a South HON. CHET EDWARDS African charity, provides remote primary health OF TEXAS I will continue to work with my colleagues to care to rural South Africa via locomotive train. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provide a welfare program that helps the needs of all American citizens, without com- Now in its 9th year of operation, the Wednesday, June 5, 2002 Phelophepa Train continues reaching out and promising religious freedom and liberty. I striving to better the lives of thousands of rural Mr. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, as a Member would hope that we, as Members of Congress, people by bringing basic health services, out- of Congress, I believe that we have a respon- remember our obligations to uphold the prin- reach programs, AIDS education, and training sibility to continue to review and revise legisla- ciples of the Constitution and create legisla- and health information to areas where such tion that adapts and improves upon program tion, which represents the core and steadfast services are not available. successes and the ever-changing needs of beliefs of the United States. Under the exceptional leadership of Dr. American citizens. That is why I support H.R. Humer, Hoffmann-La Roche’s generous as- 4737, the Personal Responsibility, Work, and f sistance has enabled the Phelophepa Train to Family Promotion Act of 2002. This legislation achieve unprecedented success in its efforts reauthorizes the 1996 welfare reform program, IN SUPPORT OF THE HDTV to provide essential health care to the people a program that works to move welfare recipi- TRANSITION of South Africa. Dr. Humer and Hoffmann-La ents from the dependency of these programs Roche deserve recognition for their efforts to to self-sufficiency. better the lives of desperately needy persons However, while I support this welfare reau- HON. GENE GREEN thorization, I do not support a provision in- halfway across the globe. OF TEXAS Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join our col- cluded in the original 1996 legislation and leagues, Hoffman-La Rouche, the people of again included in this reauthorization. This IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES South Africa, and me in recognizing the out- provision is known as Charitable Choice, and Wednesday, June 5, 2002 standing humanitarian efforts of Dr. Franz in my opinion, the wrong solution to a real problem. Under current law, faith-based Humer, and congratulating him on this great Mr. GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise groups may already accept federal dollars honor. today in support of an exciting new tech- under three conditions: they cannot be perva- f nology. Local television broadcasters across sively sectarian, they cannot proselytize, and the country are undertaking their biggest ad- TRIBUTE TO FELLOWSHIP CHAPEL they cannot discriminate on the basis of reli- vancement in years: the transition to digital tel- gion in their employment practices. evision. These stations aim to provide new Charitable Choice changes those conditions. HON. DAVID E. BONIOR services to their viewers, our constituents. Dig- Charitable Choice makes it possible for the OF MICHIGAN ital TV opens the door to new possibilities like government to subsidize churches and other IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES High Definition TV, interactive television, and thoroughly religious entities that provide social expanded programming options and choices. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 services. This proposal will provide tax dollars Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to to religious groups and open the door to gov- The stations in Houston that serve my dis- recognize Fellowship Chapel, which cele- ernment review of church activities. trict are already transmitting digital signals. I brated its 36h Anniversary on Sunday, June 2, For many years the law has permitted am proud of my hometown broadcasters: the 2002. Truly a milestone occasion, this celebra- groups that are affiliated with religious bodies CBS affiliate KHOU, which is owned by the tion gives testament to the outstanding dedica- (e.g. Catholic Charities and Lutheran Social Texas based Belo Corporation; KPRC, owned tion and commitment of the entire church and Services, Jewish Federations) to receive tax by Post-Newsweek; KTRK, owned by ABC; community. funds to provide secular social services. But KRIV and KTXH owned by FOX; KUHT; and Founded in 1966, Fellowship Chapel began Charitable Choice represents a radical and my local PBS station. These local broad- humbly, with worship services and holiday misguided revision of the law. Indeed, many casters are leading the charge into the future. celebrations for its members. Decades later, ministers believe that Charitable Choice will do These TV stations are small businesses like Fellowship Chapel has come far, recently great harm to religion. any other. They have made substantial invest- celebrating the ground-breaking ceremony of Because regulation always follows tax ments in new transmitting facilities, new pro- its beautiful, new church complex in January funds, Charitable Choice opens the door to duction equipment, and in some cases new of 2002. Fellowship Chapel has truly led this invasive government monitoring, regulation broadcast towers. Collectively, the broadcast community in spirituality and services, opening and accounting of churches, clergy, and other industry has invested over a billion dollars in its doors to welcome members and their fami- leaders of the church. For these reasons, peo- the future of free, over-the-air digital television. lies for generations. ple like Freddy Garcia, who runs the highly Through much prayer, sacrifice, and hard successful Victory Fellowship ministry for drug The digital transition will accelerate signifi- work, the congregation of Fellowship Chapel addicts in San Antonio, has said, ‘‘I don’t want cantly as more television sets with digital tun- has only grown stronger and more dedicated any grants. I’m a church . . . All I want is for ers are manufactured. Like any technology, to its mission. With a variety of ministries and the government to leave me alone.’’ digital television sets started out as expensive, departments for religious education, charitable Also, because there is limited money in the but are rapidly becoming more affordable. The programs, social events and activities for the public purse and thousands of religious groups prices for digital television sets have dropped entire family, Fellowship Chapel is truly ad- in our country, Charitable Choice will force the fifty percent in the last two years and continue vancing in its mission to reach out into the government to pick and choose which reli- dropping today. I look forward to a day when community and bring families together. With gions it funds. Churches may have to compete digital television tuners are so widespread that the new construction underway, religious edu- for government grants before elected legisla- all consumers can afford to make the conver- cation, church activities, and official services tors. ‘‘The best way I know of to destroy reli- sion and receive their local stations’ free dig- will only become greater and this community gion is to have all the churches fighting over ital signals. will continue to succeed in its crusade to im- a big pot of money, ‘‘ says Rev. J. Brent Walk- The transition to digital television will be, un- prove the lives of people through faith and er, general counsel of the Baptist Joint Com- doubtedly, a multi-step process. In the mean- God. mittee on Public Affairs. time, I am proud of my hometown stations for Although history and time have changed the Charitable Choice will generate serious leading the way. Let me offer my thanks and congregation, the spirit of the church has re- problems that have not been seen on a large congratulations to them for flipping the digital mained strong. I would like to personally con- scale in this country in over 200 years—out- switch.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.043 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E978 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 A TRIBUTE TO UNIVERSITY OF versity of Minnesota than Paul Giel,’’ said Tom to Washington, D.C. was unexpectedly de- MINNESOTA LEGEND PAUL GIEL: Moe, University of Minnesota Athletic Director. layed due to airplane mechanical problems. I TWO-SPORT ALL-AMERICAN, UNI- ‘‘He was a tremendous friend. I just had tre- therefore was unable to return in time to cast VERSITY ATHLETIC DIRECTOR mendous admiration for him. I’m sick. It’s a my votes on legislation that had been put to AND BELOVED HERO sad day for Minnesotans.’’ a vote of the floor of the House of Represent- Yes, Mr. Speaker, it’s a sad day to lose a atives. Had I returned in time, I would have HON. JIM RAMSTAD Minnesota legend, our humble hero and All- cast my votes in the affirmative for the fol- OF MINNESOTA American in every way he lived his life. lowing bills: H.R. 4073, Microenterprise Assist- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Our thoughts and prayers go out to Paul’s ance Reauthorization; H.R. 4466, National Wednesday, June 5, 2002 loving wife, Nancy, their three wonderful chil- Transportation Antiterrorism Act; H.R. 4800, dren, Paul Jr., Gerilyn, Tommy, their spouses Repeal Sunset for Adoption Tax Credit; H.R. Mr. RAMSTAD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay and his six grandchildren. Paul also dearly 4823, Repeal Sunset for Holocaust Restitution tribute to a true Minnesota sports legend, de- loved his mother and father-in-law, Colonel Payments Exemption; H.R. 2941, Brownfields voted family person, and wonderful friend— and Mrs. Tom Davis, as well as his sister Ruth Redevelopment Enhancement Act. Paul Giel—who passed away suddenly on and brother Edward. f May 22, 2002. Paul Giel’s legacy will continue to live in the Paul Giel—All-American football and base- hearts of every Minnesotan who knew and PERSONAL EXPLANATION ball player at the University of Minnesota from loved him. 1951 to 1954; Major League Baseball pitcher Thanks ‘‘Old Number 10’’ for all the great HON. MIKE McINTYRE from 1954 to 1961; Sports broadcaster and di- memories and for always making Minnesota OF NORTH CAROLINA rector for WCCO Radio for eight years; Ath- proud. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES letic Director at the University of Minnesota for 18 years; and Vice President of Public Affairs f Wednesday, June 5, 2002 for the Minneapolis Heart Institute the past 12 HONORING THE LAO-HMONG PEO- Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, on Wednes- years. PLE FOR THEIR LOYALTY AND day, May 22, 2002, 1 was unavoidably absent As great as Paul Giel’s athletic and profes- FRIENDSHIP for rollcall votes 195 and 196. Had I been sional achievements were, Paul was an even present I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on rollcall greater person. vote 195 and ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote 196. Addi- Legendary Minneapolis Star Tribune sports- HON. MARK UDALL tionally, on Thursday, May 24 and Friday, May writer Sid Hartman said it well, ‘‘If there ever OF COLORADO 25, 2002, 1 was unavoidable absent for rollcall were a role model for the young athlete in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES votes 199 through 206, in order to attend my high school or college, it had to be Paul Giel. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 son’s high school graduation ceremony. Had I Success on the field only made him a better Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise been present I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on roll- person off it.’’ call 199, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 200, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall WCCO’s Ray Christensen,, our state’s be- today on behalf of the Lao-Hmong American Coalition to thank my colleagues in both the 201, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 202, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 203, loved sports announcer who started doing ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 204, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 205, and football broadcasts in 1951—when Paul Giel House and Senate for their unanimous vote in favor of a National Lao-Hmong Recognition ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 206. was a sophomore—said this about Paul Giel: f ‘‘Paul was a winner in every way, but most im- Day. Mr. Yang Chee, president of the Lao- portant, I think he was a winner as a person. Hmong American Coalition, has asked me to TRIBUTE TO GEORGENE BRODIE When you earn so many rewards as a player, relay his own deep gratitude to the United as an athletic director and in other ways in States Congress for passing this historic proc- HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN lamation. sports, sometimes you forget to be a person. OF MARYLAND During the Vietnam War, the Lao-Hmong And Paul never forgot.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES people were one of this country’s most loyal Bom and raised in Winona in southeastern Wednesday, June 5, 2002 Minnesota, Paul Giel was a 5–11, 185-pound allies. They fought alongside U.S. soldiers single-wing tallback at the University of Min- against the communists and the North Viet- Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nesota. He ran and passed for 4,110 yards namese, sacrificing their lives for freedom and pay tribute to Georgene Brodie, a dedicated and 35 touchdowns and finished a close sec- democracy. Many of these brave people now wife, mother and teacher who has faced life ond to Notre Dame’s Johnny Lattner in the call this country their home, becoming an inte- with courage, compassion and strength. Heisman Trophy voting his senior year. gral part of American society. I would like to Georgene is suffering from ALS (Lou Gehrig’s Paul Giel is a member of the National Foot- take this opportunity to thank Mr. Chee and all Disease), and she is using the time she has ball Foundation’s College Hall of Fame. He of the Lao-Hmong people for their dedication left to help others who are suffering from the was a two-time All-American in football and to this country and its ideals. same disease. the Most Valuable Player in the Big Ten. Mr. Speaker, the resolution proclaiming Na- I have been touched by Georgene’s enor- In baseball, Paul Giel was also an All-Amer- tional Lao-Hmong Recognition Day was mous capacity to give to others. She founded ican. He won 21 college games from 1952 to passed unanimously through both Houses of the Georgene Brodie Foundation for the Fu- 1954, and he pitched for four major league Congress. Once again, I thank my colleagues ture to raise funds for The Johns Hopkins teams from 1954 to 1961. for their support, and it is my hope that Presi- Center for ALS and The Muscular Dystrophy For 18 years starting in 1972, Paul Giel was dent Bush will join us in expressing the grati- Association. She and her family know that a the Athletic Director at the University of Min- tude of this nation to the Lao-Hmong people. cure for ALS and other similar diseases will be nesota. He was the man who hired Herb This long-overdue day of recognition will found only through research and clinical work. Brooks as hockey coach, and Herbie recently take place in July. May it promote a sense of The Hopkins Center for ALS Research is the recalled Paul’s words when he was hired: understanding and appreciation for the sac- only center in the country dedicated to finding ‘‘Listen, I’m just new to this job. I don’t know rifices made in the name of freedom and de- the cure for ALS. rules and regulations, everything else,’’ he mocracy. I urge all Americans to take a mo- While Georgene may be suffering from ALS, said, ‘‘but do what’s right. Don’t break any ment on this day to thank our brave and loyal she is much more than the disease that afflicts rules. Do what’s right.’’ friends, the Lao-Hmong. her. As a teacher, she has dedicated her life ‘‘People believed in Paul Giel,’’ said Herb f to helping young children experience the joy of Brooks. ‘‘Parents believed in him. Players be- learning; as a mother she has raised two mar- lieved in Paul Giel.’’ PERSONAL EXPLANATION velous daughters—Kimberly and Ellen; and as Mr. Speaker, all Minnesotans believed in a Grandmother she has lovingly embraced her Paul Giel, and their faith in him was always re- HON. DIANE E. WATSON four grandchildren, Matthew and Melissa Hop- warded. Paul Giel was a man of great char- OF CALIFORNIA kins and Austin and Andrew Jarrett. acter and principle, especially when it came to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As the wife of M. Jay Brodie, head of the the place he loved more than any other, the Baltimore Development Corp., she has been Wednesday, June 5, 2002 University of Minnesota. one of Baltimore’s staunchest cheerleaders. ‘‘I don’t think I’ve ever known anyone who Ms. WATSON of California. Mr. Speaker, on From its neighborhoods, to its artistic and cul- cared more or who was more loyal to the Uni- Tuesday, June 4, my flight from Los Angeles tural institutions to its ethnic heritage,

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.047 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E979 Georgene loves and appreciates the spirit of ing in Mexico. While some companies are peril of troops stationed around the world, and Baltimore. In fact, as the owner of the Crab building power plants that meet U.S. stand- of those training here at home to keep us Line, she was one of the original ards, for which they should be commended, safe. ‘‘Harborplace’’ merchants, helping make other companies are choosing to operate dirty Today our concerns are more immediate Harborplace one of Baltimore’s most identifi- plants as opposed to incurring the additional than reflective. Instead of focusing solely on able landmarks. cost of installing the best available emission past sacrifices, we must also face the reality I hope my colleagues in the U.S. House of control devices. of ongoing losses from our eight-month war on Representatives will join me in saluting the ac- As a result, I am introducing the Southern terrorism. complishments of Georgene Brodie. Her love Border Air Quality Protection Act. This bill It seems appropriate that today we should of life and calmness of spirit has touched all takes an immediate and important step in ac- single out the casualties of our war against who know and care for her. knowledging that we must consider air pollu- terrorism. Regrettably, the deaths of Sep- f tion a regional issue that does not respect tember 11 have been followed by the deaths international boundaries. My legislation will of soldiers sent abroad to prevent other such RECOGNIZING BELMONT prohibit the export of natural gas to any elec- disasters. As our commander in chief ex- ELEMENTARY SCHOOL tricity generation facility located in Mexico and plained in plain terms at the very beginning of within 50 miles of the U.S. that does not meet this war, our primary defense is to take the HON. STEVE ISRAEL the air pollution emission rate requirements in fight right to the doorsteps of those who OF NEW YORK the nearest U.S. air quality control region. In spread terror. addition, the legislation includes a After almost a month of nonmilitary re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sponse to the attacks, U.S. military forces re- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 grandfathering clause so that any plants put in service before December 31, 2001 are ex- sponded with measured force. While executed with great care and precision, we feared it was Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to empted from this law. recognize Belmont Elementary School in North This bill is necessary to protect our border only a matter of time before America suffered Babylon, New York for their care and concern communities from rapidly increasing emissions more casualties. As in previous wars, our losses came in a following the September 11th tragedy. from unregulated, substandard power plants variety of ways. Military personnel died in acci- After the tragic events of September 11th, that leave U.S. communities vulnerable to fed- the entire student body at Belmont Elementary dents and they were lost to hostile and friendly eral regulatory sanctions. If a plant isn’t good fire. This first war of the 21st century is being School decorated a thousand grocery bags enough to be built five miles inside the border with patriotic symbols and slogans. These fought differently than our previous wars. Our in California, then it shouldn’t be good enough first casualty by enemy fire was not a soldier bags were used to pack groceries for local to operate five miles outside the border in shoppers and sent a patriotic message into or airman, but a CIA agent. The first soldier to Mexico. fall to hostile fire—a full three months after our homes that students support their community I realize this is a first step and that more in a time of need. introduction of military forces into the region— work must be done to create cross border air was Sergeant Nathan Chapman of San Anto- These students displayed support for their quality zones. I look forward to working with community as members of Jane Goodall’s nio, Texas. the appropriate U.S. agencies and the Mexi- The recent public display of support is wel- Roots and Shoots Club. This organization is a can government to implement such binational comed and not lost on those of us who served global network of students whose objective is agreements. In the meantime, this legislation in Vietnam. Ultimately, it is the confidence of to protect the environment and enhance cul- is immediately necessary for the protection of the American people—the public will to sustain tural awareness. our border communities and I urge all my col- the fight—that serves as the foundation for Mr. Speaker, I also stand to recognize the leagues to join me in this effort to ensure the victory in any war, including the war on terror. efforts of the chapter advisor and administra- clean air throughout the region. The war on terrorism is a different war from tors involved. Specifically, Seri Doyle, teacher f any other our nation has ever faced, a war on coordinator of Jane Goodall’s Roots and many fronts against terrorists who operate in SERVICE AND SACRIFICE: AN Shoots Club, and Alexa Endes, Principal of more than 60 different countries. And this is ENDURING LEGACY Belmont Elementary School. war that must be fought not only overseas, but It is with great pride, Mr. Speaker, that I rec- also here at home. ognize the efforts of these individuals and HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS This war is more personal than our previous bring Belmont Elementary School’s patriotic OF NEW JERSEY wars. Here we have an enemy not rep- deed to the attention of Congress. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resenting an entire nation, but representing f Wednesday, June 5, 2002 evil. Instead of trying to occupy land mass or displace our military forces, the enemy wishes SOUTHERN BORDER AIR QUALITY Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to destroy the very existence of America, and PROTECTION ACT share the poignant words of Major Joal Wolf of other civilized nations, cultures and reli- (USAR) delivered as part of a speech on Me- gions. American families must brace for con- HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. morial Day, May 27, 2002. tinued casualties in this difficult, but inspiring, OF TENNESSEE Our nation has changed significantly since campaign. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES last September. Indeed, the world has We’ve been awakened as a nation to the re- changed since then. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 ality that the world remains a very dangerous Even our Memorial Day celebrations have place. To ensure peace and prosperity, we Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I proudly rep- acquired a deeper meaning. As a nation, we have to have the best trained and the best resent the people of Imperial County, Cali- have now spent many months solemnly recol- equipped armed forces on the face of the fornia, which is a small community located on lecting the lives of more than 3,000 American earth. That is a role that our country has to the U.S.-Mexico border. As with many border service members and civilians who died last assume during this period. We’re blessed with communities, the Imperial County has a good summer during the worst terrorist attacks on extraordinary men and women who risk their working relationship with their neighbors in U.S. soil. Now more than ever, we recognize lives each day so that each of us can live in Mexico. Unfortunately, they also have to suffer what it means to honor the lives of those who peace and freedom. And we ought not to for- the consequences of Mexico’s more lax envi- die in service to our great nation. get where our forces are spread far and wide ronmental requirements, especially with re- Today we honor all those who died defend- across the globe—in Korea and in Japan and spect to air quality. As we all know, air does ing America—those who were active duty and in Bosnia and Kosovo and in the Sinai, just to not respect the international boundaries we those who served in our reserve components; name a few places. put in place and, as a result, border commu- those who were short-term volunteers, those These are times that test us as citizens and nities are often penalized for activities that are who were drafted and those who made the define our nation. We are beginning to see the actually happening south of the border and military a career. We honor the veterans of possibilities of a world beyond the war on ter- beyond their control. every service: Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, ror. We have a chance, if we take it, to write Such a situation is developing for Imperial and Coast Guard. a hopeful chapter in human history. All at County. At least partially due to the heavy reg- On this day last year, our thoughts were fo- once, a new threat to civilization is erasing old ulatory and environmental compliance bur- cused on sacrifices made during previous lines of rivalry and resentment between na- dens, electrical generation facilities are locat- wars. We were mindful, as well, of the daily tions.

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.051 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 E980 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2002 The face of battle is changing with this new paid the ultimate price in demonstrating that I had been present I would have voted AYE war, and America’s military has already dem- freedom is not free. God bless you and God on each of these votes. onstrated it is prepared to meet this challenge. bless America.’’ f From precision air strikes to special operations f troops riding horseback in the mountains of MICROENTERPRISE ENHANCEMENT Afghanistan, we’ve seen our military’s flexi- HONORING COAST GUARD HEROES ACT bility and commitment to its mission. FROM WORLD WAR II I’d like to mention a book that came out re- HON. ANNA G. ESHOO cently, one that I think bears mentioning HON. FRANK A. LoBIONDO OF CALIFORNIA today. It’s called War Letters Extraordinary OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Correspondence from American Wars. This IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, June 5, 2002 volume contains hundreds of letters by Amer- Wednesday, June 5, 2002 ican military personnel from the Civil War up Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support through the Persian Gulf War, Somalia and Mr. LoBIONDO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of this important legislation. Bosnia. It’s part of something called the Leg- join with the Coast Guard personnel at Group- Microenterprise is an effective and proven acy Project, a nonprofit effort to preserve war- Air Station Atlantic City as they honor two means of U.S. foreign aid that has success- time letters. World War II veterans. The two former Coast fully offered nearly 20 million of the world’s Many of these letters mailed home from the Guard aircrew from New Jersey flew many poorest people the hope of economic inde- front to loved ones were the last letters ever homeland security missions together from pendence and self-reliance. sent by these troops. That makes for emo- bases in Florida between 1943 and 1945, pro- Loans, often averaging less than $150, tional reading. But for those who have never tecting convoys moving along the East Coast allow people to start and expand very small experienced the total terror and uncertainty of and searching for German U-boats. businesses without depending on money-lend- combat, these letters are a chilling lesson in Donald T. Daughenbaugh was born in At- ers who demand exorbitant interest rates. what’s at stake when we send our forces off lantic City, NJ in 1920. Harry D. Mount was Access to the tools and credit needed to to battle—precious lives, connected to loved born in Riverside, NJ in 1922. Donald succeed allows poor people to reap the bene- ones at home, in peril. Daughenbaugh joined the Coast Guard in fits of their skills and hard work. One of the more interesting similarities in 1941, became a boat coxswain in 1942 and Extra money earned is used to obtain better the letters, regardless of the time period, is the was designated an Aviation Pilot #71 on April food, housing and education. attempt of letter writers to reassure loved ones 16, 1943. He began operational flying shortly High repayment rates for microenterprise back home of their safety. It says something afterward at Air Station Miami. Harry Mount lending programs allow capital to be recycled of the spirit of these men and women when left college early to join the Coast Guard in the into new loans; interest income allows pro- their courage and optimism shine through like summer of 1942. He was sent to Radio grams to eventually cover their costs. that. School in Atlantic City, NJ and then reported This bipartisan legislation provides a sub- These letters are full of concern for younger to Air Station Miami as an Aviation Radio op- stantial but responsible incremental increase siblings and other relatives. They are full of erator. in funding for microenterprise programs from desire to help boost home-front morale. And, Together these two Coast Guard heroes its current level of $155 million to $175 million as you can imagine, letters to parents and flew the OS2U–3 KINGFISHER, a scout ob- in fiscal year 2003 and $200 million in fiscal sweethearts alike conclude with very open ex- servation plane, searching for German sub- year 2004. pressions of love. marines and protecting the convoys along the The bill also educates Peace Corps volun- The book’s editor Andrew Carroll of Wash- East Coast. This plane carried two depth teers about the benefits of microenterprise ington, DC, describes in his introduction how charges and a 30 caliber machine gun. They programs and urges them to utilize this as a these individual letters spanning 140 years also flew missions in the PBY, PBM, PH2, resource in their sites. create a very personal narrative. ‘‘It is the JRF and J4F protecting convoys and doing This important legislation will impact the story of immeasurable suffering and aston- Air-Sea Rescues from many airfields along the lives of many families while empowering the ishing violence,’’ he explains. ‘‘But it is also a Florida coast. world’s most impoverished. story that encompasses tales of heroism, per- True to form, these two proud veterans, and I urge my colleagues to vote in favor of this severance, integrity, honor, and reconcili- Coast Guard legends, are not going to just bipartisan bill. ation.’’ stand by to receive praise from today’s Coast f He describes how these letters were written Guard aviators. They are going to honor the from a variety of circumstances: filthy trench- newest Coast Guard aircrewmen by pinning TRAFICANT TRIAL: A RAILROAD es, flooded foxholes, the sweltering islands of them with their newly earned aircrew wings. OF JUSTICE the Pacific, muddy battlefields of Europe, the Let the record show that Donald T. frozen mountains of Korea, the jungles of Viet- Daughenbaugh, Enlisted Pilot #71 and later HON. JAMES A. TRAFICANT, JR. nam and other places far from home. Commissioned Coast Guard Aviator #216, at OF OHIO I would like to close by mentioning that 82 years of age, is still flying 60 years later IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES these one million men and women made the and flew his own airplane to Coast Guard Wednesday, June 5, 2002 ultimate sacrifice at the request of their nation. Group-Air Station Atlantic City. This act makes Their legacy will continue to live in our mem- proud all that have worn the ‘‘Wings of Gold’’ Mr. TRAFICANT. Mr. Speaker, the govern- ory, and we honor them as we will honor throughout the long history of Coast Guard ment presented a ten-count indictment against those who will come after them. aviation. me on May 4, 2001. And convicted me on It is our task—the task of this generation— These two great men and their wonderful those ten counts, Thursday, April 11, 2002. to provide the response to aggression and ter- families should be very proud. May God bless Count One—Anthony Bucci. Anthony Bucci ror. We have no other choice, because there them richly as they continue to give to their testified that he ‘‘owned’’ me by performing is no other peace. country and to their wonderful service, the $12,000 of work at the Traficant farm (which The contributions of our soldiers given will- United States Coast Guard. is not and was not owned by me). Facts in ingly and without hesitation, demonstrate their f this count are simple and right to the profound and abiding devotion to this nation. point.... Anthony Bucci perjured himself On our behalf, they take risks, they go into PERSONAL EXPLANATION and the government suborned his perjury harm’s way, they shed blood—prepared to The most appalling underlying issue behind give their lives if necessary—and some have HON. SPENCER BACHUS Anthony Bucci’s testimony is that it was given paid to preserve peace and freedom and our OF ALABAMA as part of Mr. Bucci’s third federal plea agree- way of life, They continue to make incredible IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment and currently the government is working contributions and even more incredible sac- on another deal with Mr. Bucci that would rifices. We must never forget the service and Wednesday, June 5, 2002 allow Anthony’s brother Robert to return to the sacrifice—enduring legacy—of these brave Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday United States, after having fled the country to souls who gave their full measure for all of us. June 4 and Wednesday June 5th, I missed escape federal charges. Thank you for sharing your time today in Rollcall votes 207, 208, 209 and 210 due to Anthony Bucci’s contention is that he and honor of these special Americans—those who my primary election being held in Alabama. If his company provided $12,000 in materials

VerDate 112000 03:16 Jun 07, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A05JN8.055 pfrm01 PsN: E06PT1 June 6, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E981 and services and that these acts let him ‘‘own AFFIDAVIT BY SUSAN BUCCI, FRIDAY, prison for defrauding Uncle Sam, instead got a Congressman’’ was refuted and impeached FEBRUARY 1, 2002 a slap on the wrist in the form of 6 weeks by five defense witnesses. I hereby swear that the following state- home detention and two years of probation for First, the majority of the work performed at ment is the truth: his participation in my trial. the Traficant farm was done by Mr. Greg 1. Jim Traficant brush hogged 40 acres of At this point, it’s obvious what kind of deals land at our farm on Route 165 in Green Tyson, who was scheduled as the govern- Township, Mahoning County, Ohio, for seven the government is willing to make to get their ment’s witness to testify under immunity, but years. #1 target—Jim Traficant, the only one to ever was never called by them. Subsequently, I 2. Jim Traficant mowed, raked and bailed defeat the government, pro se, in a RICO trial. called him to the stand. hay for us on 25 acres for four years, with his For the record, the purported services oc- Under oath, Mr. Tyson testified that not only own equipment and provided his own fuel. curred in the early 1990’s, thus the imposition was he accused and threatened with an indict- 3. Jim Traficant, at his expense, repaired of a RICO charge was used by the govern- ment by the government for performing serv- our hay wagons regularly. ment to extend the statute of limitations to ac- ices at the farm as a favor to me, he also tes- 4. My husband, Dan (deceased) told me that when we stopped farming, to ‘‘give Jim the commodate for these ludicrous allegations. tified that he was PAID for his services. hay wagons.’’ The government provided no physical evi- Mr. Tyson was a partner with Anthony Bucci 5. Jim Traficant would not take any hay dence, no wiretaps, no tapes, no hidden and Joe Sattarelle in a concrete company and wagons without paying. microphones and no fingerprints on more than I did arrange for the first ever minority loan to 6. Jim Traficant gave me a check for one 1,000 documents. How is it possible to reach be made to Mr. Tyson to finance this invest- thousand dollars. a conclusion beyond a reasonable doubt with ment; Mr. Tyson being a black man and not a 7. Jim Traficant said, ‘‘$400 for the wagons only circumstantial evidence and the testimony and $600 for anything I may owe.’’ ‘front-man’ for minority access to contracts. of felons? In a RICO case, no less. Mr. Sattarelle, who was a government wit- 8. Jim Traficant did not have to do that, but I believe he did that to help me, because Shove count one up their asphalt. Tomor- ness, testified that Anthony Bucci was such a I was having a difficult time financially. row, railroad stop two. . . . I mean count two. liar that if Anthony Bucci said his name was 9. The family had asked Jim Traficant to Sugar coated extortion, prosecutorial mis- Anthony Bucci, he (Sattarelle) would not be- help get Tony Bucci into a halfway house. conduct, subordination of perjury and other re- lieve it and that Anthony (Bucci) would lie 10. Jim Traficant did that, and it was com- lated governmental atrocities. mon knowledge that he would help anybody. about anything to avoid problems. f Mr. Sattarelle further testified that ‘‘Yes, Jim 11. Jim Traficant would not accept any- Traficant helped [their] company, he helped thing, even though the brothers wanted to RON GNATKOWSKI: LAYING A everybody.’’ pay him. STRONG FOUNDATION FOR STU- Even an employee from ODOT testified that 12. On occasion, they got Jim some saw- dust that my husband also used; my husband DENTS I did help the Bucci’s as I helped any and all would take old hay and straw to bed our local companies. During this testimony the cows. HON. JAMES A. BARCIA ODOT official stated that I received more fed- 13. There was a time when Jim asked for OF MICHIGAN eral money for my district than any other con- help to borrow jackhammers to break up IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES concrete in big, old bank barn. gressional district in the state of Ohio. Wednesday, June 5, 2002 The truth is that the work Anthony Bucci of- In closing, I believe that Jim Traficant was fered to do at the farm ended up creating sig- owed money by the family. Mr. BARCIA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Sworn before a notary on February 1, 2002. nificant damage to the property, including honor Ron Gnatkowski as he prepares to re- causing the main bank barn to almost col- Aside from the contracts my office assisted tire after 29 years as a public school teacher lapse, and costing my father, James A. Trafi- with, there were letters written on behalf of with Saginaw Township Community Schools. cant, Sr. a tremendous amount of money to Anthony Bucci when he was a resident at a Ron deserves our highest praise and gratitude make repairs. halfway house, Community Corrections Asso- for his devotion to teaching and for consist- With regard to Bucci’s alleged work at the ciation (CCA). It is evident, through the testi- ently displaying the patience and under- farm, Sandy Ferrante testified that the main mony of Dominic Paolone, Jr. that these let- standing children need to blossom in and out bearing stone wall of the barn had caved in ters were not done as a favor to Anthony but of the classroom. and the barn was near collapse and that An- as a standard procedure by my office when a The sixth of seven children, Ron grew up in thony Bucci feared a lawsuit over this incident. family member contacts one of my district of- Saginaw, Michigan. After serving in the U.S. Another witness and contractor, Harry fices. Army, Ron earned his bachelor’s degree from Manganaro, testified that he ‘‘helped Jim Trafi- Mr. Paolone stated that he was a resident of Saginaw Valley State University in 1972. He cant jack up the corner of the barn because CCA while Anthony Bucci was there and ad- later earned a master’s degree from Central the barn was literally going to collapse’’ be- mitted that Mr. Bucci was upset because I Michigan University and another master’s de- cause of the destruction to the property by An- wouldn’t help him unless he followed office gree from Saginaw Valley State University. He thony Bucci. policy, which meant a family member must has worked for Saginaw Township Community Perhaps the most damaging testimony in make the request on behalf of the individual Schools since 1973. this count came from Susan Bucci, Anthony’s incarcerated. Eventually Anthony’s brother As a kindergarten and first-grade teacher at sister-in-law and widow of Anthony’s brother, contacted me to submit a letter to CCA on An- Plainfield Elementary School for the past 19 Dan. thony’s behalf. And, according to his testi- years, Ron has been a top-notch role model Dan and Susan owned a farm across the mony, Mr. Paolone was provided with the for students, parents and colleagues. Histori- street from the Traficant farm. Susan Bucci same assistance when his (Paolone’s) father cally, few men have accepted the challenges testified that I didn’t like Anthony and never contacted my office. of teaching kindergarten and first-grade, but did and that my friend in the Bucci family was Obviously, the jury was misled by Anthony Ron never let such perceived barriers hold Dan. She further testified that Dan and I would Bucci’s uncorroborated testimony and over- him back. As a result, his passion for teaching go riding cycles together and shared bedding looked five truthful witnesses simply because those early elementary years and his great and equipment for livestock on a neighborly the government submitted circumstantial evi- success in doing so has inspired other male basis and that ‘‘Jim Traficant performed farm dence in the form of advocacy letters from my teachers to follow his path. services at no cost to our family that far ex- office to help the Bucci brothers and their re- However, Ron’s gender was not the only ceeded any of the so-called work that the spective companies. These letters were not in thing that set him apart. Throughout his ten- Bucci brothers offered to do. And, that if any- return for favors but because these companies ure, Ron has always led by example. His work one was owed money for materials and serv- employed up to 100 of my constituents and ethic and innovative ideas for teaching young ices, Jim Traficant was owed money by the when these companies received local con- boys and girls set a high standard at his (Bucci) brothers.’’ tracts, subcontracting and spin-off employment school and throughout the district. In addition, Additionally, Susan Bucci also stated under affected over 200 families in my district. Ron’s unparalleled classroom skills and his oath that Anthony (Bucci) was a ‘‘liar’’ and lied Did I help the Buccis—Yes. I helped hun- commitment to children have made him a per- to her and took advantage of her and her fam- dreds of companies in my district, which had fect mentor to younger colleagues and a valu- ily when her husband (Dan) died by ‘‘taking a 22 percent unemployment rate when I took able resource for others working to become money’’ that was due to her and her children office. Any member of Congress would have better educators. when the Bucci company was dissolved. done the same thing. It also is noteworthy that Ron extended his Susan Bucci’s affidavit supports her asser- As of Tuesday, June 4, 2002, Anthony expertise to improve schools beyond his pro- tions and reads in pertinent part: Bucci, who would have faced 21 months in fessional responsibilities by serving on the

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