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The Senate met at 9:30 a.m. and was SCHEDULE Pending: called to order by the Honorable HARRY Mr. REID. Mr. President, the Senate Reid (for Kennedy/Specter) amendment No. REID, a Senator from the State of Ne- will immediately resume consideration 1150, in the nature of a substitute. vada. of the immigration bill. We have the Grassley/DeMint amendment No. 1166 (to amendment No. 1150), to clarify that the rev- two managers of the bill here. There PRAYER ocation of an alien’s visa or other docu- will be two amendments from each side mentation is not subject to judicial review. The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- to be offered today. Cornyn modified amendment No. 1184 (to fered the following prayer: Mr. President, in anticipation of amendment No. 1150), to establish a perma- Let us pray. coming back the week after our break, nent bar for gang members, terrorists, and Almighty God, as Memorial Day ap- which starts this afternoon, we are other criminals. proaches, we pause to thank You for going to finish the immigration bill. I Dodd/Menendez amendment No. 1199 (to those who have laid down their lives hope that we will not have to file clo- amendment No. 1150), to increase the number for our country. Thank You for heroes of green cards for parents of United States ture. There have been enough amend- citizens, to extend the duration of the new and the heroines proved in liberating ments offered. I hope we can have a parent visitor visa, and to make penalties strife, who more than self their coun- final vote on passage. If things are not imposed on individuals who overstay such try loved and mercy more than life. going well on Tuesday and Wednesday visas applicable only to such individuals. Use our lawmakers to honor the sac- when we get back, I will consider filing Menendez amendment No. 1194 (to amend- rifices of those who have given the last cloture. I will certainly discuss this in ment No. 1150), to modify the deadline for full measure of devotion. detail with the Republican leader, Sen- the family backlog reduction. McConnell amendment No. 1170 (to amend- May our Senators dedicate them- ator MCCONNELL. selves to the great task of perfecting ment No. 1150), to amend the Help America We have made a lot of progress on Vote Act of 2002 to require individuals voting Your kingdom of peace and righteous- this bill. It is according to whose view in person to present photo identification. ness among all nations. Endue the you have as to whether it is forward or Feingold amendment No. 1176 (to amend- Members of this body with the courage backward. As far as I am concerned, ment No. 1150), to establish commissions to to be faithful in their work that they the bipartisan agreement that was review the facts and circumstances sur- may not break faith with those who reached by Democrats and Republicans rounding injustices suffered by European have fallen on distant battlefields. has put us on a path for resolving one Americans, European Latin Americans, and We pray in Your mighty Name. of America’s big problems, immigra- Jewish refugees during World War II. Amen. Durbin/Grassley amendment No. 1231 (to tion. amendment No. 1150), to ensure that employ- f f ers make efforts to recruit American work- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE MEASURE PLACED ON ers. Sessions amendment No. 1234 (to amend- The Honorable HARRY REID led the CALENDAR—S.J. RES. 14 ment No. 1150), to save American taxpayers Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: Mr. REID. Mr. President, I under- up to $24 billion in the 10 years after passage I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the stand that S.J. Res. 14 is at the desk of this act, by preventing the earned income United States of America, and to the Repub- and is due for a second reading. tax credit, which is, according to the Con- lic for which it stands, one nation under God, The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- gressional Research Service, the largest indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. anti-poverty entitlement program of the pore. The clerk will report the joint Federal Government, from being claimed by f resolution by title. Y temporary workers or illegal aliens given APPOINTMENT OF ACTING The legislative clerk read as follows: status by this act until they adjust to legal PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE A joint resolution (S.J. Res. 14) expressing permanent resident status. Sessions amendment No. 1235 (to amend- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the sense of the Senate that Attorney Gen- eral Alberto Gonzales no longer holds the ment No. 1150), to save American taxpayers clerk will please read a communication confidence of the Senate and of the Amer- up to $24 billion in the 10 years after passage to the Senate from the President pro ican people. of this act, by preventing the earned income tempore (Mr. BYRD). Mr. REID. Mr. President, I object to tax credit, which is, according to the Con- gressional Research Service, the largest The legislative clerk read the fol- further proceeding at this time. lowing letter: anti-poverty entitlement program of the The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Federal Government, from being claimed by U.S. SENATE, pore. Objection is heard. The bill will Y temporary workers or illegal aliens given PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, be placed on the calendar. status by this act until they adjust to legal Washington, DC, May 25, 2007. permanent resident status. To the Senate: f Lieberman amendment No. 1191 (to amend- Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME ment No. 1150), to provide safeguards against of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby faulty asylum procedures and to improve appoint the Honorable SHELDON WHITEHOUSE, The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- conditions of detention. a Senator from the State of Rhode Island, to pore. Under the previous order, leader- perform the duties of the Chair. ship time is reserved. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- ROBERT C. BYRD, pore. The Senator from Colorado is rec- f President pro tempore. ognized. Mr. WHITEHOUSE thereupon as- COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, as this sumed the chair as Acting President REFORM ACT OF 2007 bill has progressed through the week, pro tempore. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- there has been, in my view, significant f pore. Under the previous order, the progress made. It has truly been a trib- Senate will resume consideration of S. ute to the leadership on both sides, and RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY 1348, which the clerk will report. I acknowledge the leadership of the LEADER The legislative clerk read as follows: majority leader, HARRY REID, in terms The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- A bill (S. 1348) to provide for comprehen- of holding people’s feet to the fire to pore. The majority leader is recog- sive immigration reform, and for other pur- get us moving forward with immigra- nized. poses. tion.

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I under- vided in this section, no Federal agency or stand that this morning we will have Secretary may use the information furnished bureau, or any officer or employee of such by the alien in the application for adjust- about four amendments, two on the Re- agency or bureau, may— ment of status or in the applications for sta- publican side, and two on the Demo- (1) use the information furnished by the tus pursuant to sections 601 or 602 to make a cratic side. applicant pursuant to an application filed determination on any petition or applica- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- under section 601 and 602, for any purpose, tion. pore. The Senator from Texas is recog- other than to make a determination on the (g) CRIMINAL PENALTY.—Whoever know- nized. application; ingly uses, publishes, or permits information (2) make any publication through which to be examined in violation of this section AMENDMENT NO. 1189 TO AMENDMENT NO. 1150 the information furnished by any particular shall be fined not more than $10,000. Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, on be- applicant can be identified; or (h) CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this section half of the Senator from Colorado, Sen- (3) permit anyone other than the sworn of- shall be construed to limit the use, or re- ator ALLARD, I believe there is an ficers, employees or contractors of such lease, for immigration enforcement purposes amendment at the desk, No. 1189. agency, bureau, or approved entity, as ap- of information contained in files or records I ask unanimous consent that the proved by the Secretary of Homeland Secu- of the Secretary or Attorney General per- pending amendments be set aside and rity, to examine individual applications that taining to an applications filed under sec- have been filed. tions 601 or 602, other than information fur- ask for the immediate consideration of (b) REQUIRED DISCLOSURES.—The Secretary nished by an applicant pursuant to the appli- that amendment, No. 1189. of Homeland Security and the Secretary of cation, or any other information derived The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- State shall provide the information fur- from the application, that is not available pore. The clerk will report. nished pursuant to an application filed under from any other source. The legislative clerk read as follows: section 601 and 602, and any other informa- (i) REFERENCES.—References in this section tion derived from such furnished informa- The Senator from Texas [Mr. CORNYN], for to section 601 or 602 are references to sec- tion, to— Mr. ALLARD, proposes an amendment num- tions 601 and 602 of this Act and the amend- (1) a law enforcement entity, intelligence bered 1189 to amendment No. 1150. ments made by those sections. agency, national security agency, component Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, we have Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask of the Department of Homeland Security, unanimous consent that reading of the court, or grand jury in connection with a been on this immigration bill now, by amendment be dispensed with. criminal investigation or prosecution or a some accounts, for 5 days. I will note The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- national security investigation or prosecu- that we started with a vote on cloture pore. Without objection, it is so or- tion, in each instance about an individual on the motion to proceed at, I believe, dered. suspect or group of suspects, when such in- 5:30 Monday afternoon. We had Tues- formation is requested by such entity; The amendment is as follows: day on the bill, we had Wednesday on (2) a law enforcement entity, intelligence the bill, we had Thursday on the bill; (Purpose: To eliminate the preference given agency, national security agency, or compo- to people who entered the United States il- here we are on Friday. nent of the Department of Homeland Secu- My understanding is that the agree- legally over people seeking to enter the rity in connection with a duly authorized in- country legally in the merit-based evalua- vestigation of a civil violation, in each in- ment between the parties is that I will tion system for visas) stance about an individual suspect or group be only allowed to offer one additional In section 203(b)(1)(A) of the Immigration of suspects, when such information is re- amendment, in addition to the one cur- and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1153(b)(1)(A)), quested by such entity; or rently pending. I understand that limi- as amended by section 502, in the table in (3) an official coroner for purposes of af- tation, but I want to make clear that I that section, strike the items relating to the firmatively identifying a deceased indi- think it sends a bad signal in terms of Supplemental schedule for Zs. vidual, whether or not the death of such in- where this bill is headed in the long dividual resulted from a crime. AMENDMENT NO. 1250 TO AMENDMENT NO. 1150 (c) INAPPLICABILITY AFTER DENIAL.—The run because, all along, while I applaud Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, at this limitations under subsection (a)— the majority leader and the minority time, I ask unanimous consent to set (1) shall apply only until an application leader for their willingness to give us aside the pending amendment, No. 1189, filed under section 601 and 602 is denied and an additional week on this bill after and ask for the immediate consider- all opportunities for administrative appeal the recess, I am worried that because ation of my amendment No. 1250, which of the denial have been exhausted; and of the slow progress we are making on I believe is at the desk. (2) shall not apply to the use of the infor- these amendments, particularly on get- mation furnished pursuant to such applica- ting an opportunity to vote on amend- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- tion in any removal proceeding or other pore. Without objection, it is so or- criminal or civil case or action relating to ments—for example, the one I laid dered. The clerk will report. an alien whose application has been granted down early on this week—we are going The Senator from Texas (Mr. that is based upon any violation of law com- to find ourselves in for a train wreck CORNYN) proposes an amendment num- mitted or discovered after such grant. the week after the recess, when the bered 1250 to amendment No. 1150. (d) CRIMINAL CONVICTIONS.—Notwith- amendments that have been filed will Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask standing any other provision of this section, need to be considered. I am afraid there information concerning whether the appli- will be an effort to try to prevent im- unanimous consent that reading of the cant has at any time been convicted of a amendment be dispensed with. crime may be used or released for immigra- portant amendments from being con- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- tion enforcement and law enforcement pur- sidered. pore. Without objection, it is so or- poses. Let me give you a little context for dered. (e) AUDITING AND EVALUATION OF INFORMA- my concerns. As we all know, this bill The amendment is as follows: TION.—The Secretary may audit and evaluate was negotiated largely behind closed information furnished as part of any applica- (Purpose: To address documentation of em- doors by a bipartisan group of Sen- tion filed under sections 601 and 602, any ap- ators. I have to say that, in many re- ployment and to make an amendment with plication to extend such status under section respect to mandatory disclosure of infor- 601(k), or any application to adjust status to spects, the product we have before us is mation) that of an alien lawfully admitted for perma- better than the bill that passed last In section 601(i)(2)(C) (relating to other nent residence under section 602, for pur- year, although I could not support it in documents)— poses of identifying fraud or fraud schemes, the end because I have amendments I (1) strike clause (VI) (relating to sworn af- and may use any evidence detected by means think are needed to improve it. To give fidavits); of audits and evaluations for purposes of in- you some context about the need for a (2) in clause (V), strike the semicolon at vestigating, prosecuting or referring for robust debate and the freedom to offer the end and insert a period; and prosecution, denying, or terminating immi- amendments and to consider various (3) in clause (IV), add ‘‘and’’ at the end. gration benefits. Strike section 604 (relating to mandatory (f) USE OF INFORMATION IN PETITIONS AND points of view other than those re- disclosure of information) and insert the fol- APPLICATIONS SUBSEQUENT TO ADJUSTMENT flected behind those closed doors, I lowing: OF STATUS.—If the Secretary has adjusted an went back to look at the Judiciary

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We need jected, and I wish to make clear that I siders a lot of important and conten- to make sure that not only the opin- was not a party to any agreement that tious issues. That committee was by- ions and points of view of the elites and would limit us to the number of passed through the process by which people who can hire high-priced lobby- amendments we would offer today, but this bill has come to the floor this ists are considered; we need to make I respect that. I offer the amendment year. sure the views of the American people to make this point: There are at least Just an observation. Last year, there are considered, given an opportunity 107 amendments that remain to be were 62 amendments filed in the Judi- for airing and, ultimately, we all re- brought forward and considered. Here ciary Committee alone that went spect the process by which these mat- we are on Friday completing the first through a process that was not ob- ters are put to votes, and then we re- week of what has been set aside as 2 served this year. So far, by my current spect the right of the majority to make weeks for the consideration of perhaps count, there have been 107 amendments the decision and we move forward. the most important domestic issue filed to the present bill. We have had Anything that would even hint of confronting our country today. There seven—count them—rollcall votes on cutting off the opportunity for the will be no votes today. Colleagues are amendments so far this week. I don’t American people to have a full airing returning either home or off on various see any way, short of an attempt to try of their views, and limiting it to a travels around the world, and we are to cut off debate and to cut off the of- handful of amendments that have been here with the most important domestic fering of amendments the week we re- advocated by lobbyists and other peo- issue confronting our country today turn, we are going to be able to get ple representing the elites in Wash- and really not proceeding at a pace through 107 filed amendments. ington, DC, I think would be a terrible that would give us any realistic expec- I think it is important, for a variety mistake. tation of getting this matter completed of reasons, that we continue to have a Mr. President, I want to advise my in the way I think this matter needs to robust debate and the freedom to offer colleague from Colorado of this. There be treated. I understand and I respect the Sen- amendments because, for the reasons I has been a previous agreement that we ator from Colorado making an objec- mentioned a moment ago, this product would be allowed to offer two amend- tion to my offering further amend- was largely negotiated behind closed ments, and that other amendments ments, but we all can see what is going doors by a bipartisan group of Sen- would not be allowed to be pending. on here, and I think it portends some ators. Most of the Members of the Sen- At this time, I ask unanimous con- very disconcerting things when we are ate have not had a chance to study this sent to set aside the pending amend- not proceeding at a pace we need to in bill in great detail, until the final leg- ment and send amendment No. 1238 to order to actually get the business of islative text was prepared by legisla- the desk, and ask for its immediate the American people taken care of on tive counsel a couple of days ago. consideration. this important issue. This is an enormously complex issue. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- I expect if I offer other amendments The bill has a lot of different moving pore. Is there objection? that there likewise will be an objec- parts. We bypassed the committee Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, reserv- tion, so I will not at this time make process. My hope is—and this is my ing the right to object, and I will ob- further offerings of amendments, but I plea to our leadership—that we con- ject, there was an agreement reached do have in my hand further amend- tinue to see the kind of expansive op- between the Republican leader and the ments—amendment No. 1208, which is portunities that have been provided so majority leader that there would be an amendment I would offer if possible. far, with 2 weeks set aside for the de- two amendments offered on each side I also have another amendment, bate and to have an opportunity to today. The Senator from Texas has of- amendment No. 1247, which deals with offer amendments and to have votes on fered one amendment on behalf of Sen- State impact assistance fees. those amendments. ator ALLARD, and he has offered a sec- One of the reasons people are so I will point out that on the last bill, ond amendment on his behalf. If I may upset about the Federal Government’s which ended up being the Hagel-Mar- further comment in responding to some complete failure to deal with border se- tinez compromise, there were 30 roll- of his suggestions—— curity and enforce our immigration call votes, according to my notes. We Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I re- laws is that most of the consequences have had seven so far on this bill, and claim my time. fall on local taxpayers. In my State of here we find ourselves on Friday and The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Texas, the Federal Government has we have one more week scheduled by pore. The Senator is recognized. issued a mandate that says no matter the majority leader. I am very con- Mr. SALAZAR. I want to place this who shows up in your schools, your cerned that we will not be able to get in context. The fact is that there has communities, or in your hospitals, you due consideration of all of the various been a tremendous amount of work have to treat them, you have to pro- points of view, and an opportunity to that has already been going on in this vide services to them, but the Federal freely offer amendments and get roll- Chamber during this last week. I in- Government doesn’t pay for it. The call votes on those amendments that I quire, without losing my place at the Federal Government needs to pay for believe are very important. It is even podium, of the parliamentary situa- these unfunded mandates, and this more important, if it is possible, in this tion. State impact assistance fee amend- particular legislation. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- ment will provide that kind of relief to As my colleague from Colorado pore. The Senator from Texas has the local taxpayers. knows, he and I were both present dur- floor on his unanimous consent re- I understand where we are, and I re- ing many of the negotiations that have quest. spect there has been this agreement be- led up to this bill, even though ulti- Mr. SALAZAR. I yield the floor. tween the leaders, and I understand the mately he agreed to the product, but I The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- Senator needs to object, but I reit- could not. That this is an enormously pore. Is there objection? erate, we need to get moving. We need emotional and contentious issue. I bet Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ex- to have more amendments offered. We Senators have gotten more phone calls, pected the distinguished Senator from need to have more votes and less time e-mails, and correspondence about this Colorado to lodge an objection to my off without votes, as we are obviously issue than virtually anything else that amendment. having today.

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That is the mistake my moved from the United States. day, June 5—that we will have an op- amendment will attempt to correct. As We all know that hundreds of thou- portunity for an early vote on this we know from the general counsel of sands of immigrants come across our amendment as well as the pending the Immigration and Naturalization borders each year, many legally, a lot amendment I have that will prevent re- Service under President Clinton, the more illegally. But what most Ameri- warding those who have abused our statutory restrictions on sharing infor- cans would be shocked to hear is that laws and who have really thumbed mation and providing confidentiality according to recent estimates, almost their nose at our legal system, who of the applications of those who apply 700,000 of those who have been ordered have been ordered deported and who for amnesty contributed enormously to deported have simply failed to comply have simply gone on the lam, melted that fraud. with that court order. How many into the American landscape and defied The population that will benefit from Americans think it is OK to ignore the the lawful orders of our courts. These this legislation should be treated with lawful order of one of our courts? How are people who have been ordered de- no more confidentiality than any other many Americans, after receiving a sub- ported, have actually been deported, classes of immigrants. We don’t afford poena from a court, ignore it and sim- but then they returned to the United this robust confidentiality protection ply skip the court date? As my colleagues know, I have of- States in violation of our immigration to other immigrant classes, such as fered a separate amendment that would laws, both of which constitute felonies. asylees or battered women or those ap- categorically bar fugitive aliens from It is my hope that I can get a vote on plying for temporary protected status, receiving amnesty. I believe this is an that amendment, which has been pend- so I ask: Why the double standard? issue of fundamental fairness and the ing now for several days, soon after we When an asylum seeker applies for legal status, that asylum seeker must integrity of the rule of law. return. In exchange for the largest legaliza- submit an application and return at a It is my understanding our col- tion program in our Nation’s history, later date for a decision. If that asylum leagues are working on some side-by- we should be able to say without any seeker is denied, he or she is taken into side agreement to provide some cover doubt that for any person who applies custody or provided a notice to appear for those who don’t vote for my amend- for and is denied a Z visa on any on the spot based on the information ment, but I think we will have to grounds, we will authorize Immigra- provided by the applicant. evaluate that when we see it. I regret tion and Customs Enforcement to take The proponents of this legislation the fact that we have not been able to that application, arrest that indi- will tell us that without these guaran- get votes on our amendments because vidual, and to deport them as not tees of confidentiality, those who are of objections primarily on the other qualifying under the laws of the land. already in the United States in viola- side. But the bill the Senate is considering tion of our immigration laws will not There is a major flaw in this legisla- would turn a blind eye to those who come forward and seek legal status. tion, and that flaw is that it will, un- would apply for this amnesty and are But I must ask: Are we not granting less corrected, repeat a fundamental denied. This bill would allow them to the biggest benefit that can ever be mistake that was made by Congress slide back into the shadows—the very conferred to an immigrant population; when Congress last passed massive le- problem we are trying to solve by this galization of undocumented immi- that is, legal status after they have bill. grants in 1986. The American people do violated our immigration laws? And to Ask a random citizen on the street not expect too much of us, but they do be clear, we are talking about those today to answer this simple question: expect that we will not repeat past who cannot even establish that they Someone who has violated our immi- mistakes. meet the minimum requirements to gration laws comes forward to apply I remember the definition of ‘‘insan- get this valuable benefit and, even for legal status under this bill. Because ity’’ once offered was that you do the worse, have flouted our immigration the applicant does not satisfy one of same thing over and over again expect- and criminal laws. Why should we treat the criteria for being awarded legal ing a different outcome. That is the individuals who are denied a Z visa status, the applicant is denied a Z visa. definition of ‘‘insanity.’’ This would be with broad privacy protections by the What happens to that individual under a terrible mistake if we pass this legis- mere filing of an application for that the present bill if my amendment is lation without correcting a major flaw status? Why should they be treated dif- not adopted? I don’t think we could in the 1986 amnesty bill that was ferently from everybody else? find 1 out of 100 who would say some- passed by Congress, after having The proponents will say they do ex- thing other than: Well, they should go learned from experience what the con- empt from confidentiality those indi- home. And I suspect the majority sequences of that flaw are. viduals who commit fraud or who are would say they should be arrested on Under this bill, anyone in the United part of some other scheme in connec- the spot and be deported. Yet the so- States in violation of our immigration tion with their application. Of course, called confidentiality provisions in this laws can come forward and apply for this is the very least we should be bill will prevent law enforcement offi- legal status with impunity. Quite sim- doing. But this bill does not go nearly cials from using information on the ap- ply, the Department of Homeland Secu- far enough to effectively enforce our plication to locate and remove a sig- rity is prohibited from using internally immigration laws and protect the nificant population of those who can- all of the information from the Z appli- American people from criminals and not qualify for a Z visa because they cations as well as sharing information others who might do us harm. For ex- are simply disqualified by law. with relevant law enforcement authori- ample, at page 311 of this bill, in sec- This is, in essence, providing an op- ties. For example, if an applicant tion 604(b) labeled ‘‘Exceptions to Con- portunity to significant categories of comes forward and is denied legaliza- fidentiality,’’ the drafters of the com- individuals whose applications are con- tion because of some disqualifying fea- promise have chosen to protect aliens sidered and rejected to slide back into ture, this legislation, as currently who are criminal absconders who have the shadows and to defy our laws. This written without my amendment, will not been removed from the United is the very problem we have been told prevent Immigration and Customs En- States. You may be asking: What is an this legislation was designed to fix. Yet forcement, the immigration enforce- absconder? Quite simply, an absconder it is designed in reality for failure un- ment authorities, from using the infor- is someone who has ignored a final less this amendment is accepted.

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What we want to forcement officials to focus their ef- laws in order to gain the benefits under do is bring a little sunshine to this forts on drug traffickers, on criminals, this bill. process to allow our law enforcement and others who may come here to do us My amendment takes care of that officials to do what they have sworn to harm. But this bill would draw those concern because it will allow those sort do, and which they do so nobly and so who have entered our country in viola- of false documents to be investigated valiantly day in and day out, and that tion of our immigration laws or who and, where necessary, prosecuted. is investigate crime, bring those who have overstayed in violation of those Those who engage in cottage industries break our laws to justice, to root out laws to do so and to slide back into the of massive fraud on a huge scale can be fraud, and to make sure our laws do shadows without allowing the law to be investigated by our authorities and work. enforced. prosecuted where warranted. My Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, will I would like to remind my colleagues amendment takes care of that concern. the Senator yield for a question? of our Nation’s recent history with a We know one thing, criminals and Mr. CORNYN. I will be glad to yield. massive legalization program and the terrorists have abused and will con- Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I consequences of prohibitions of Federal tinue to seek ways to abuse our immi- thank Senator CORNYN for his tireless agencies on information sharing. As I gration system in order to enter and effort and his great knowledge of the have stated, reasonable observers have remain in our country. I regret to say complexities of the issues involved in concluded that the 1986 amnesty was that the bill we are debating today any comprehensive immigration re- rife with fraud. There was an article fails to give law enforcement the com- form. I know he has worked hard to try written in the New York Times, I be- monsense tools that would prevent ter- to craft a comprehensive bill but one lieve it was 1989, and it called this one rorists and others who seek to do us that will actually work. That is the of the most massive frauds in Amer- harm from exploiting the question. ican history. vulnerabilities inherent in any massive I know the Senator has developed We know, for example, from the 9/11 legalization program. My colleagues great concerns about that and has of- Commission staff statements that Mo- may say there is a confidentiality ex- fered a number of amendments, some hammed and Abouhalima, conspirators ception for national security and for excellent law enforcement amend- in the 1993 World Trade Center bomb- fraud, but to rely solely on these nar- ments, drawn, I know, from his experi- ing, were granted green cards, or legal row exceptions is to engage in wishful ence as a former attorney general in permanent resident status, under the thinking and, as far as I am concerned, Texas and a member of the supreme special agricultural worker program, ignores history and hard experience court in Texas. I believe, as a former which was an amnesty program created and the terrorist and criminal threats Federal prosecutor, those amendments by the 1986 bill. Under this special agri- that we face. are essential to having a successful im- cultural worker program, a key compo- Why would we leave any of this to migration program. nent of that 1986 amnesty bill, appli- chance? Why would we turn a blind eye I would like to hear why it is that cants had to provide evidence that they to the type of abuses that we have seen now 3 days into this bill he has not had worked on perishable crops for at happen in the past and risk it hap- been able to get a vote on those amend- least 90 days between May 1, 1985, and pening again in this bill? I submit that ments and about other amendments May 1, 1986. Their residence did not any rejected application not only will that he has offered this morning, have to be continuous or unlawful. provide valuable information to assist whether he has been successful in even Nearly 1 million of these individuals in deporting a person that is not enti- calling them up for consideration. who applied received legal permanent tled under our own laws to the benefits Mr. CORNYN. Well, Mr. President, I resident status under this amnesty, under this bill but may provide law en- appreciate the question from the dis- twice the number of foreigners nor- forcement with a valuable lead that tinguished Senator from Alabama, who mally employed in agriculture at that they were previously unaware of, a lead was a former U.S. attorney, former at- time according to the 9/11 Commission that could—and this is not too much of torney general of his State, as the oc- and staff. a stretch—potentially save lives and, cupant of the chair was of his State, as I would like to make one last signifi- at the very least, improve public safe- was, as a matter of fact, Senator cant point about the ill-conceived con- ty. SALAZAR. It seems as if we have a fidentiality protections contained in Failure to allow law enforcement to former attorneys general convention this compromise bill. Under this bill we connect the dots is a deadly mistake. I right here on the floor of the Senate, are considering, Congress would even have heard many of my colleagues all of us engaged in law enforcement prohibit the use of information from promise never would that happen actions most of our professional lives. the sworn third-party affidavits that again. So I urge those who are truly se- To answer the Senator’s question, I are one of the documents that can rious about their commitment to make am simply at a loss to understand why, prove eligibility. Let me say that sure the mistakes of the past don’t on the single most important domestic again. Under this bill, you can get occur again, and that we don’t expose issue facing our country today—our some third party—there is no require- the American people to an unnecessary broken borders and our immigration ment of who they might be: a friend, a risk and ultimately lose their con- system. This is designed to fail because family member, anybody—to sign an fidence by enacting a law that cannot of these barriers of information sharing affidavit attesting that you were law- be enforced. If we do that, I think we that have been erected and because of fully present—or that you were will not have done our job. So I urge all the confidentiality provisions that present, not lawfully but you were of us who are serious about this com- have been slapped on affidavits and present—in the United States as of a mitment to support my amendment to other evidence of fraud that might help certain date in order to qualify for ben- make this crucial improvement to this us root out and investigate wrongdoers efits under this bill. legislation. and bring them to justice. I think this We already know from well-docu- Mr. President, I have to make one is the main reason people are so pro- mented prosecutions of document ven- correction. Apparently, affidavits are foundly skeptical of what we are doing dors and other legalization cases that not allowed from relatives but are from today. the type of documents submitted, espe- nonrelatives. So you can’t get your I don’t think any of us should be cially these kinds of sworn affidavits, brother-in-law, I guess, to sign an affi- under any illusion that if we erect this

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14356 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 nice, pretty superstructure that we this bill strengthened over the flawed bated a comprehensive immigration re- talk about, that the elements of the bill that passed the Senate last year. form package. It was an immigration bill that are meritorious—things such But to answer his question, there are reform package that had gone through as triggers, things such as enhanced still confidentiality provisions in this the Senate Judiciary Committee and border security, effective worksite bill which would allow fraud to go un- was amended multiple times on the verification—if we undermine it, if we detected, uninvestigated, and not pros- floor of the Senate. Now, for the last simply cut the legs out from under the ecuted. I don’t know why in the world many months, perhaps as many as 4 to ability of law enforcement officials to we would possibly stand silently and 5 months, there have been a group of enforce this law in a way that will see allow that to happen. I am not going Senators, Republicans and Democrats, it collapse again, like the 1986 amnesty to, and that is the reason I have offered working with Secretary Chertoff and bill did, and we don’t learn from that this amendment. Secretary Gutierrez and President hard experience and improve this bill I see on the Senate floor the other Bush to try to come up with a com- and eliminate those errors and those distinguished Senator from Colorado, prehensive immigration reform pack- flaws, I think we will have failed the my friend Mr. ALLARD, who has also of- age, which is now the package that is essential purpose for which we were fered other important legislation to before this Chamber. sent here—to represent the American allow information sharing between law I submit, in response to my good people, to see that the laws are re- enforcement personnel. It was as a re- friend from Texas, that there has been spected, to see that law and order are sult of the Swift meatpacking plant ample opportunity for us to deal with reestablished. raids that Senator ALLARD held meet- the issue of immigration reform and to I really do believe the reason people ings on, which I attended, that we come up with a system that is, in fact, are so upset about this issue is because learned the very tool that our Federal workable. they see rampant lawlessness and dis- Government has given employers to On this specific issue, what we have done during this past week is—there regard for the law in our immigration confirm eligibility to work is flawed, have been 23 amendments that have system. They recognize that in a post- and Social Security information can- been offered. There have been 13 of 9/11 world that our broken borders can not be shared with the Department of those amendments that have been dis- allow economic migrants to come Homeland Security. So we find people, such as the Swift posed of—7 of those have been disposed across. of with rollcall votes, 6 of them with We all understand why people want meatpacking plant operators, using the voice votes. There were 10 amendments to come to America. It is the same rea- Basic Pilot to check whether a person shows up and says: My name is JOHN pending as of yesterday; there will be 4 son they always have: they want a bet- CORNYN, and here is JOHN CORNYN’s So- more amendments pending as of today. ter life. We understand that. But we cial Security number. They run it At the request of many Republican have to know who is coming into our through Basic Pilot. It says, yes, that colleagues, Senator REID agreed it was country and the reasons they come is JOHN CORNYN’s Social Security num- important for us to take an additional here. We have offered generous tem- ber, but the fact is, it is KEN SALAZAR week to be able to fully debate this porary worker programs under this bill using JOHN CORNYN’s Social Security very complicated and very difficult and so they could come legally, so they number, or somebody else, and it very emotional issue on how we move could be screened, so law enforcement doesn’t root out that kind of fraud. forward with immigration reform. We could focus on the criminals, potential What we need to do is make sure all did not get to a conclusion of this de- terrorists, and others who want to do manner of fraud and illegality are ca- bate this week because Senator REID us harm. But why in the world, I would pable of being fully investigated, fully thought it important to take another ask my colleagues, would we want to prosecuted, where warranted, and that week to fully consider the legislation leave these flaws in the bill which pro- our laws are enforced. That is the flaw before us. hibit our law enforcement officials that my amendment seeks to correct. Indeed, during the week that Mem- from doing their job, from inves- And I continue to believe other amend- bers of the Senate are working back in tigating and rooting out fraud and ments that have so far not been al- their districts or doing what they may criminality and bringing wrongdoers to lowed to be called up, some 107 that be doing during this next week, it is justice? have been filed, when we actually had going to be another opportunity for Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, will votes on 30 amendments in last year’s Members of the Senate to continue to the Senator yield for another question? bill, and we have only had 7 so far, that study the provisions of this legislation. Mr. CORNYN. I will. we are really not going at the kind of But this legislation was not pulled out Mr. SESSIONS. I would just ask this pace at which I would hope we would of the darkness one day and placed on question, through the Chair. Is it simi- proceed to be able to amend and im- the floor of the Senate. This legislation lar to the bill last year? Did they not prove this bill in a way that we could was crafted with significant input from improve the language that basically be proud of and that we would know both Republican and Democratic Sen- said if you file a false document for a would actually work. ators and with the guidance of Sec- benefit under this bill, that is really That, to me, is one of the key pillars retary Chertoff. While it may not be not subject to being examined and in- upon which this legislation ought to be perfect, and while the efforts on the vestigated and prosecuted? built: Will it work? Can it be enforced? floor of the Senate this week and the If an American filed a false claim for If it can’t, we will have failed. week after we return from the Memo- hurricane relief or any government Mr. President, I yield the floor. rial Day break will improve upon the benefit, that is a violation of title The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- bill, there has been a huge amount of XVIII, section 1001. I have prosecuted it pore. The Senator from Colorado. energy that has gone into creating an many times. But persons who are here Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I ap- immigration reform package that will, illegally, noncitizens, can file false preciate the comments from my good in fact, work. statements and then there is a mecha- friend from Texas. I wish to respond to At the end of the day, I remind all nism that blocks that from being actu- the notion that this Chamber is not our colleagues and those who are ally investigated and perhaps pros- taking sufficient time in order to con- watching, what is at stake is moving ecuted? sider the issue of immigration and im- from a system of a broken border and Mr. CORNYN. I would answer the dis- migration reform. We have, indeed, lawlessness that relates to immigra- tinguished Senator by saying there been on a very long journey to try to tion in this country to a system that have been some modest steps in im- grapple with this issue which, at the works. We need to find a solution that proving the flaws in last year’s bill. As base of it, is the fundamental question will fix those broken borders. We need we have discussed privately and on the of national security. to find solutions that will, in fact, Senate floor, I think we ought to give It was last year, for most of the make sure the laws of the Nation on some credit where credit is due to see month of May, where this Senate de- immigration are enforced.

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(iv) in subparagraph (B), as so redesig- On page 248, strike lines 2 through 11. nated, by striking ‘‘subparagraph (A)(iii), sure we are going to have the laws and (A)(iv), (B)(ii), or (B)(iii)’’ and inserting the capacity to enforce those laws in On page 248, line 13, strike the first ‘‘(3)’’ ‘‘clause (iii) or (iv) of subparagraph (A)’’; and our interior, and we need to have a re- and insert ‘‘(2)’’. (v) in subparagraph (I), as so redesig- alistic solution to deal with the 12 mil- On page 249, line 1, strike ‘‘(4)’’ and insert nated— lion undocumented workers here in ‘‘(3)’’. (I) by striking ‘‘or clause (ii) or (iii) of sub- America. To those who would be part On page 250, between lines 42 and 43, insert paragraph (B)’’; and of the ‘‘round them up and deport the following: (II) by striking ‘‘under subparagraphs (C) them’’ crowd, I remind them that is an (5) RULES FOR DETERMINING WHETHER CER- and (D)’’ and inserting ‘‘under subparagraphs TAIN ALIENS ARE IMMEDIATE RELATIVES.—Sec- (B) and (C)’’; unrealistic solution. As the President tion 201(f) of the Immigration and Nation- (B) by striking subsection (a)(2); of the United States said during the ality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151(f)) is amended— (C) in subsection (h), by striking ‘‘or a pe- last week: To round up 12 million peo- (A) in paragraph (1)— tition filed under subsection (a)(1)(B)(ii)’’; ple, to put them on buses and railroads (i) by striking ‘‘paragraphs (2) and (3),’’ and and and whatever other way one would inserting ‘‘paragraph (2),’’; and (D) in subsection (j), by striking ‘‘sub- want to round up those 12 million peo- (ii) by striking ‘‘(b)(2)(A)(i)’’ and inserting section (a)(1)(D)’’ and inserting ‘‘subsection ple and send them elsewhere is not a ‘‘(b)(2)’’; (a)(1)(C)’’. realistic solution. (B) by striking paragraph (2); AMENDMENT NO. 1202 TO AMENDMENT NO. 1150 (C) by redesignating paragraph (3) as para- This proposal that is now before the Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I now graph (2); and ask the pending amendment be set Senate, which was carefully crafted (D) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by with significant input from the admin- striking ‘‘(b)(2)(A)’’ and inserting ‘‘(b)(2)’’. aside and the Senate proceed to the istration and the leadership of the (6) NUMERICAL LIMITATION TO ANY SINGLE consideration of the amendment of President, is a good way for us to move FOREIGN STATE.—Section 202 of the Immigra- Senator OBAMA, amendment No. 1202. forward. I hope, as we go on into the tion and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1152) is The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- week after the Memorial Day work pe- amended— pore. Without objection, it is so or- riod, at that point in time there will be (A) by striking paragraph (4); and dered. The clerk will report. (B) by redesignating paragraph (5) as para- ample opportunity to have a robust The assistant legislative clerk read graph (4). as follows: and orderly debate on amendments (7) ALLOCATION OF IMMIGRATION VISAS.— that my colleagues will bring forth to Section 203(h) of the Immigration and Na- The Senator from Colorado [Mr. SALAZAR], try to further improve the bill. tionality Act (8 U.S.C. 1153(h)) is amended— for Mr. OBAMA, for himself and Mr. MENEN- (A) in paragraph (1)— DEZ, proposes amendment numbered 1202 to AMENDMENT NO. 1183 TO AMENDMENT NO. 1150 amendment No. 1150. Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- (i) in the matter preceding subparagraph Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- sent the pending amendments be laid (A), by striking ‘‘subsections (a)(2)(A) and (d)’’ and inserting ‘‘subsection (d)’’; sent the reading of the amendment be aside, that the Senate turn to consider- (ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking ‘‘be- dispensed with. ation of an amendment by Senator comes available for such alien (or, in the The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- CLINTON, amendment No. 1183. case of subsection (d), the date on which an pore. Without objection, it is so or- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- immigrant visa number became available for dered. the alien’s parent)’’, and inserting ‘‘became pore. Without objection, it is so or- The amendment is as follows: dered. available for the alien’s parent,’’; and (Purpose: To provide a date on which the au- The clerk will report. (iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking ‘‘ap- plicable’’; thority of the section relating to the in- The assistant legislative clerk read creasing of American competitiveness as follows: (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘The peti- tion’’ and all that follows through the period through a merit-based evaluation system The Senator from Colorado [Mr. SALAZAR], and inserting ‘‘The petition described in this for immigrants shall be terminated) for Mrs. CLINTON, for herself, Mr. HAGEL and paragraph is a petition filed under section At the end of title V, insert the following: Mr. MENENDEZ, proposes an amendment 204 for classification of the alien parent SEC. 509. TERMINATION. numbered 1183 to amendment No. 1150. under subsection (a) or (b).’’; and (a) IN GENERAL.—The amendments de- Mr. SALAZAR. I ask unanimous con- (C) in paragraph (3), by striking ‘‘sub- scribed in subsection (b) shall be effective sent the reading of the amendment be sections (a)(2)(A) and (d)’’ and inserting during the 5-year period ending on Sep- dispensed with. ‘‘subsection (d)’’. tember 30 of the fifth fiscal year following The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- (8) PROCEDURE FOR GRANTING IMMIGRANT the fiscal year in which this Act is enacted. pore. Without objection, it is so or- STATUS.—Section 204 of the Immigration and (b) PROVISIONS.—The amendments de- Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1154) is amended— scribed in this subsection are the following: dered. (A) in subsection (a)(1)— (1) The amendments made by subsections The amendment is as follows: (i) in subparagraph (A)— (a) and (b) of section 501. (Purpose: To reclassify the spouses and (I) in clause (iii)— (2) The amendments made by subsections minor children of lawful permanent resi- (aa) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- (b), (c), and (e) of section 502. dents as immediate relatives) dent’’ after ‘‘citizen’’ each place that term (3) The amendments made by subsections On page 238, line 13, strike ‘‘567,000’’ and in- appears; and (a), (b), (c), (d), and (g) of section 503. sert ‘‘480,000’’. (bb) in subclause (II)(aa)(CC)(bbb), by in- (4) The amendments made by subsection On page 238, line 19, strike ‘‘127,000’’ and in- serting ‘‘or legal permanent resident’’ after (a) of section 504. sert ‘‘40,000’’. ‘‘citizenship’’; (c) WORLDWIDE LEVEL OF EMPLOYMENT- On page 247, line 1, insert ‘‘or the child or (II) in clause (iv)— BASED IMMIGRANTS.— spouse of an alien lawfully admitted for per- (aa) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- (1) TEMPORARY SUPPLEMENTAL ALLOCA- manent residence’’ after ‘‘United States’’. dent’’ after ‘‘citizen’’ each place that term TION.—Section 201(d) (8 U.S.C. 1151(d)) is On page 247, line 5, insert ‘‘or lawful per- appears; and amended by adding at the end the follows manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. (bb) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- new paragraphs: On page 247, line 6, insert ‘‘or lawful per- dent’’ after ‘‘citizenship’’; ‘‘(3) TEMPORARY SUPPLEMENTAL ALLOCA- manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. (III) in clause (v)(I), by inserting ‘‘or legal TION.—Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) and On page 247, line 6, insert ‘‘or lawful per- permanent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’; and (2), there shall be a temporary supplemental manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. (IV) in clause (vi)— allocation of visas as follows: On page 247, line 7, insert ‘‘or lawful per- (aa) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- ‘‘(A) For the first 5 fiscal years in which manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. dent status’’ after ‘‘renunciation of citizen- aliens described in section 101(a)(15)(Z) are On page 247, line 8, insert ‘‘or lawful per- ship’’; and eligible for an immigrant visa, the number manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. (bb) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- calculated pursuant to section 503(f)(2) of the On page 247, line 9, insert ‘‘or lawful per- dent’’ after ‘‘abuser’s citizenship’’; Secure Borders, Economic Opportunity, and manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. (ii) by striking subparagraph (B); Immigration Reform Act of 2007.

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That is the about the general direction of this leg- which aliens described in section 101(a)(15)(Z) sum and substance of my part. islation. In current law we have what are eligible for an immigrant visa, the num- I am glad to yield to the distin- we call chain migration. What happens ber equal to the number of aliens described guished Senator from Colorado, Sen- with chain migration is you come into in section 101(a)(15)(Z) who became aliens ad- ator ALLARD. the United States, and once you be- mitted for permanent residence based on the The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- come legally here in the United States, merit-based evaluation system in the prior pore. The senior Senator from Colorado that allows members of your extended fiscal year until no further aliens described is recognized. in section 101(a)(15)(Z) adjust status. family to follow you in. Mr. ALLARD. Mr. President, I thank ‘‘(4) TERMINATION OF TEMPORARY SUPPLE- We are moving more toward a merit- MENTAL ALLOCATION.—The temporary supple- my colleagues who have worked on the based system, which is a direction in mental allocation of visas described in para- compromise committee. Senator which we need to move. We cannot ab- graph (3) shall terminate when the number of CORNYN from Texas has done yeoman’s solutely go all merit based, but I do visas calculated pursuant to paragraph (3)(C) work on this issue of immigration. He think it is moving us in the right direc- is zero. has a good understanding of the bill. I tion because we do have real needs out ‘‘(5) LIMITATION.—The temporary supple- appreciate it. My colleague from Colo- there. We need to identify those needs mental visas described in paragraph (3) shall rado, Senator SALAZAR, has also in the workplace. If we need to fill not be awarded to any individual other than an individual described in section worked hard on this particular piece of those with immigrants, we need to give 101(a)(15)(Z).’’. legislation. business an opportunity to do that. On (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment I wish to say before Senator CORNYN the other hand, probably more impor- made by paragraph (1) shall be effective on leaves the floor, how much I appreciate tant than anything is we must make October 1 of the sixth fiscal year following his efforts and appreciate the fact that sure we have accountability in the sys- the fiscal year in which this Act is enacted. he did put forward, this morning, my tem so we know who is coming into the Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I see amendment dealing with the supple- country and for what purpose; that is, my colleague and friend from Colorado, mental schedule for Zs, that is the Z they want to have jobs or they want to Senator ALLARD, on the floor to speak visas, because I think this is an impor- be Americans. We don’t want people to his amendment. tant issue to debate. I appreciate him coming into this country because they I yield the floor to Senator ALLARD. doing it for me on my behalf. are terrorists and they want to destroy Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I am I am very disappointed the leadership our society. We don’t want people com- certainly going to yield to Senator AL- has limited us to only two amendments ing into this country because they are LARD, if I may make a brief—about 1- that we can call up today. I have a part of a drug cartel or they are smug- minute—response to my friend, Sen- total of about five that I am working gling weapons—in or out. We do need ator SALAZAR. on. I have four ready to be called up. I to secure our borders. I think that is I have in my hand the bill that was was not a member of the compromise the primary thing we need to accom- actually laid down by the majority committee. I know Senator CORNYN is plish. There are provisions in this bill leader and others. It is 789 pages. This a very honorable Senator. Whenever I that make me believe our borders will is not actually the bill we are on. As inquired of him as to what was going be more secure than as a result of the you know, and as my colleagues know, on in the conference committee, the bi- previous legislation—certainly more there has been a substitute bill that partisan committee, he didn’t believe secure than what we are seeing today was not put in final legislative lan- he could share that information with on our borders. guage until Tuesday. Those who did me because he believed he was working I do, however, have a number of con- not participate in the closed-door within the committee. cerns with the bill. To address one of meetings that produced what has been The vast majority of us are looking those concerns, I introduced amend- sometimes called the ‘‘grand bar- at some of these issues for the first ment No. 1189, which is my amendment gain’’—while I have been clear to give time. Some of them are issues that that Senator CORNYN called up, and them credit where credit is due—I have been coming up before the Senate that refers to the supplemental sched- think they would appreciate the fact from the previous debate and they are ule for Zs. This section, in my point of that not everybody has had access to old hat. But the fact is, this is a new view, is a great inequity in the bill be- the same information. Certainly not all bill. In my office on Saturday morning, cause it rewards lawbreakers over law Members of the Senate and our staffs I got a rough draft with things penciled abiders. have had access to the legislative text in, in the margins. That is what comes Ironically, this inequity is in the we are actually voting on and to which out of the committee. Then, as men- same section of the bill that rewards we are actually offering amendments. tioned, on Monday night the substitute would-be immigrants based on merit. As the Senator from Colorado ac- amendment was finally filed in the The only thing that breaking the law knowledged, we all know how com- Senate. It wasn’t until Tuesday that should merit, in my view, is jail time. plicated this subject is. It is enor- we got a final print of the bill. I don’t To be clear, I strongly support curb- mously detailed. We are doing our best know how many pages are in the final ing chain migration and moving our to try to keep up. My hope is we can bill—I think it would be close to 1,000 system to one based on merit. How- continue to work together to try to pages in standard format. I do not be- ever, I believe all applicants under the work our way through this. I think lieve I have had an adequate oppor- merit-based system should be on a that is the spirit in which we are all tunity to have input. I was assured by level playing field. trying to work. the leadership that there is going to be By now, most of us are familiar with Nobody wants to blow this up. We all plenty of opportunity for amend- the bill’s merit-based system that want to find a solution. We have some ments—don’t worry. But here we are on awards points to immigrants based on differences on what those solutions Friday and we are limited to two that criteria such as employment, edu- might be, but this is where those dif- we can call up. cation, and knowledge of English. ferences are debated, where the process I have four here at the desk that I What many may not know is the allows amendments, suggested changes have filed, but I think the people need enormous advantage the bill’s point and improvements to be offered, and to understand, because you file them system gives to people who have vio- then in the end we will vote. But I doesn’t mean you get to bring them up lated our immigration laws relative to wished to express my concerns that we and have a vote on them. They have to people who are seeking to enter this

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An estimated 39 per- bonus points, points that are not avail- of the bill for including my proposal to cent—almost 40—of those reports in- able to people who have never broken allow for information sharing between volve employment fraud. our immigration laws, to holders of Z the Social Security Administration That is why it is very important that visas seeking permanent status. and the Department of Homeland Secu- we address this problem which came up Holders of Z visas are, by definition, rity in the current bill. I had an oppor- when we had the raid on Swift & Com- lawbreakers. In fact, this bill specifi- tunity to meet with the Secretary of pany because what was happening with cally requires that an alien prove he or Homeland Security, Secretary Swift & Company is they were working she broke the law in order to even be Chertoff, I had an opportunity to meet with Homeland Security to do what eligible for the Z visas. In effect, this with the Secretary of Commerce, Sec- they call a basic pilot. So whenever supplemental schedule rewards people retary Gutierrez, and I had an oppor- anybody came in to Swift & Company who entered this country illegally. tunity to meet with my colleagues, in- and asked for a job, their employment Worse yet, it disadvantages other cluding my colleague from Colorado, application information was sent to qualified people who seek to enter this on this most important issue. I think Homeland Security. Homeland Secu- country legally. that including that provision in there rity reviewed it and said: That is fine, The bill’s stated purpose of adopting where we have now information shar- go ahead and hire them, Swift & Com- a merit-based system is that the ing between Social Security and Home- pany. Then Swift & Company goes and United States benefits from a work- land Security in the bill is going to be hires them. Then those very same peo- force that has diverse skills, experi- very helpful for us to identify identity ple they were supposed to have cleared ence, and training. I happen to agree. I theft. If anything else, the real victims as legal immigrants, they arrested have stated that before. I am simply in this are people who get their ID sto- them for being here illegally. Now, if not convinced that a history of break- len, and it is a price they pay for the the Federal agencies cannot enforce ing the law contributes to this goal rest of their lives. It tracks with them our immigration laws, how can we ex- more than education and experience. all the way until they are receiving pect the employers to comply with the My amendment simply strikes the spe- their Social Security benefits. So it current law? That is why my proposal cial schedule that makes people who was a critical first step to get this pro- is so very important. It is important to have violated our immigration laws el- vision in the bill so that we can address put sound measures in place now to un- igible for points that others are not eli- the issue of identity theft and help cover this identity theft and to prevent gible for. I strike that provision. many innocent victims. further damage to these innocent vic- I just strike that provision so it puts Contributing to the problem is the tims. everyone on a level playing field. Visa fact that under current law, Govern- Getting back to my amendment at holders would, however, still be eligi- ment agencies are prevented from shar- issue today, Amendment 1187—I have ble, up to their 100 points we provided ing information with other Govern- not called it up, just introduced it, and in there under the regular schedule— ment agencies. After 9/11, one of our I am not sure I am going to get a vote the exact same number as anybody stated purposes was to break down the on it. It adds to the list of credentials else. walls between the various agencies. needed to obtain a Z visa. It is an addi- We should not reward those who have Well, here we are. We find there is one tive to what is already in this bill. broken the law, and we certainly that is remaining, between Social Se- The underlying bill requires appli- should not punish those who have abid- curity and Homeland Security. The bill cants for Z visas to submit a variety of ed by the law. I urge my colleagues to addresses this issue. Going forward, personal information, such as their support that amendment when it when we find two names on the same name and date of birth. My amendment comes up for a vote. Social Security number, Social Secu- will add one more piece of information Now, I have other amendments I very rity can contact Homeland Security that will offer peace of mind to all who much would like to put forth. I under- and say: Look, this is a number which have fallen victim to identify theft. It stand that if I were to call them up at has come to us, and we suspect fraud requires the Z visa applicant to dis- this particular point in time, I would because we have two names on the close all past names and Social Secu- put my colleague from Colorado in a same number. Then when the employer rity numbers they have used in their terrible position, that he would have to now calls in to check with Homeland work in the United States. object to my amendment when I ask Security about a Social Security num- This will create a documented record unanimous consent to call it up. I don’t ber, they can say: Well, we have prob- of compromised identities. Failure to want to do that. But what I do want to lems with this particular number. We provide this information will jeop- do is I want to talk about these par- think this could be an illegal immi- ardize the applicant’s ability to obtain ticular amendments for a moment. grant, and we think you need to fur- a Z visa. My amendment would permit Even though they have been intro- ther check it out, and we will help you Government agencies to share informa- duced, I am not going to have an oppor- check it out. tion with other agencies. These agen- tunity to call them up. I think these Now, this is sort of the program cies may then notify the rightful as- amendments are important provisions which was in place when we had the signee, alerting the victim that their that would add to the bill in a positive raids on Swift & Company in Greeley, identity was compromised, allowing way. CO. But I will talk a little bit more the victim to repair their standing One amendment I have is number about that later. with Government agencies and finance 1187. Obviously I am not going to have According to the Federal Trade Com- and credit, and finally returning a a chance to call it up today. This par- mission 2006 database, victims’ identi- sense of personal security and integ- ticular amendment addresses the issue fication has been misused to obtain rity. of identity theft and tries to improve credit cards, bank accounts, loans, and So I think it is important that we ad- the legislation at hand by protecting a long list of other things, including dress this issue. We must do everything the identity of hard-working Ameri- employment fraud. The current na- possible to end identity theft. I look cans, which is of the utmost impor- tional average of employment fraud is forward to working with my col- tance to me. 14 percent of all reported identity theft leagues. I hope I will have an oppor- By way of background, this identity occurrences. Nationally, my home tunity to call up this amendment so we theft issue was called to my attention State of Colorado ranks sixth in over- can vote on it, so we can make it a part when we had some identity thefts that all identity theft. Seventeen percent of of this particular bill, because it is an were pretty rampant in northern Colo- reported cases involve employment important aspect of identity theft that rado, close to where I live in Greeley, fraud, by the way. Massachusetts ranks is simply not addressed in the bill. I

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This is an amendment tics we have, they contribute over $16 a bunch of holes in him. He has a lot of which I have put at the desk which billion to the State’s economy. We loopholes in him. I am going to talk would help prevent further accrual of need to make sure we have the labor about that in a few minutes. Social Security benefits by unauthor- that is necessary to work out in those Senator SPECTER, former chairman of ized workers. Currently, the Social Se- fields so that we do not have the de- the Judiciary Committee, ranking Re- curity Administration does not have struction we have seen in Colorado and publican on the committee, part of this real-time information relating to the California and in almost every State effort that worked hard to try to cre- eligibility of an alien to engage in em- that is an agriculturally dependent ate a bill they thought would be effec- ployment in the United States. Con- State. tive, said the other day that in retro- sequently, someone working in the So one of the concerns I have, and I spect, it would have been better had it United States on an expired visa con- will take a further look at my col- gone to committee. Old Bill, ask him tinues to accrue Social Security bene- league’s amendment, 1189, but I do how a bill becomes law. He says: It is fits for their unauthorized work. voice a preliminary concern, and I do an idea somewhere. Then it gets writ- My amendment, 1188, would require wish to make sure that at the end of ten up. Then it goes to the floor. Then the Secretary of Homeland Security to the day, when we have comprehensive it goes to committee. The committee notify the Commissioner of Social Se- immigration reform adopted here in has hearings on it and calls witnesses curity when he or she grants, renews, this country, that the provisions of and considers all the details and rami- or revokes authority to engage in em- AgJOBS—we have had as many as 67 fications and lets the American people ployment. It then prohibits the Social cosponsors on that legislation—that know what occurred. Security Administration from counting AgJOBS in fact does remain a part of The way this bill purports to become work during that time if an individual, this legislation. That is legislation law is a group of Senators got together. if not a citizen or a national, is unau- which has been worked on for a very I affectionately call them ‘‘masters of thorized to work in the United States. long time in a bipartisan fashion, led the universe.’’ They got together and In summary, this amendment simply by Senator DIANNE FEINSTEIN as well as wrote up a historic piece of legislation facilitates the sharing of existing in- Senator LARRY CRAIG. It is a good piece that, if placed in normal bill language, formation among Government agen- of legislation that we need to deal with would probably push 1,000 pages, prob- cies, again to prevent fraud. It is for- in order to make sure we have the ably the longest piece of legislation ward-looking in nature. It does not labor requirements met for farmers and ever brought here. It was not sent to look back. It does nothing to upset the ranchers across America. committee. It was filed at the desk, bill’s delicate balance. It is simply a Mr. President, I know our colleague and the majority leader, Senator REID, better way of doing things moving for- from Alabama is waiting to speak, and called it up without any committee ward. then in the wings I see waiting Senator hearing. They had the old bill on the So those are some of the issues I have MCCAIN. floor. They filed cloture this Monday concern about. I am disappointed again The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- on the old bill. Then Monday night, for that we have put a limit on amend- pore. The Senator from Alabama. the first time of record, they plopped ments. They are meaningful amend- Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I wish down this historic and incredibly com- ments and would add to what would be to just take a moment, and I see my plex, long piece of legislation. It has a viewed, I think by most Members of colleague, Senator MCCAIN, is here and lot of problems with it. It should not the Senate, as positive in nature in prepared to speak, and I will be pleased become law. That is what this is all trying to help secure this country’s to yield the floor and allow him an op- about. borders, to help protect individuals portunity to speak. Now we have gone a week, and we from identity theft and break down the One of the problems we have with haven’t had many amendments voted barriers we have or the firewalls we this legislation is we have gotten out on. Thirteen is about all we have voted have between various agencies. of sync about our normal process on on by voice, unanimous consent, and I yield the floor. how legislation becomes law, how it roll call. Senator CORNYN, who has The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- should become law, what should be a been engaged in this deeply and worked pore. The junior Senator from Colorado part of it, particularly when it is such hard on it, former attorney general, is recognized. a massively important, broad, com- Supreme Court Justice of Texas, of- Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I will prehensive bill that purports to be fered some amendments this morning. take a look at the amendment my col- moving through the Senate. They were objected to. I was told last league from Colorado has pending, My colleague used a phrase that has night if I put up some amendments to amendment No. 1189. been used frequently, that he was con- the other side, they would evaluate I do wish to say this about my col- cerned about perhaps this amendment them, and we would be able to call up league from Colorado: He has been a because it might affect an essential one of those amendments this morning. champion for agriculture all his life. part of the agreement. Who made an In truth, both have been objected to. I He is a fifth-generation Coloradan. He agreement? I have not made an agree- am not able to offer a new amendment understands what it is like out in the ment. The American people haven’t this morning. So the first week is gone. country, coming from a place in Jack- been in on an agreement. We have not In fact, Senator HARRY REID, our es- son County, Walden, CO, for now five gone through the normal process of teemed Democratic leader, a person I generations. moving an immigration bill through like and enjoy working with, wanted to A concern I have with his amend- committee to the floor with hearings. complete the bill this week and had it ment, and I will take a further look at We had some hearings last year and set up to try to complete the bill this it, is that it seems to strike at the produced a quite different bill from the week. There was so much push back heart of the AgJOBS provision of this one that is on the floor today. This one and objection, he said: We will carry it legislation. The AgJOBS provision of was cooked up by a hard-working, good over for another week. this legislation is an essential part of group of Senators who thought they I don’t believe 1 more week is nearly the agreement here that we need to could just speak for everybody—self- enough for this legislation, frankly. We move forward and create a system that appointed, I suppose. need to spend a lot more time on it. I

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It doesn’t meet the needs of our plications for the undocumented work- amendment that can be voted on economy, and it leaves too many peo- ers applying for legal status. postcloture, even if it is germane. So ple vulnerable to exploitation and Every one of these items must be in the result is, we could proceed with abuse. place and fully funded before a single this process in a way that does not Throughout this debate, we will be temporary worker enters our country allow it to be improved in a significant reminded that immigration is a na- or a single undocumented immigrant way. tional security issue, and it is. It is receives a permanent legal status in I am worried about my friend, Mr. also a matter of life and death. We the United States. I believe these re- Bill. I don’t believe his teachers back have hundreds of people trying to cross quirements are a substantial improve- there in the civics class would be our borders every day, an estimated 12 ment over previous measures. Not only pleased with how he has been bumped million people living in the shadows of will this legislation finally accomplish around. They would not be pleased that our country. While we believe the ma- the extraordinary goal of securing our he had not gone through the normal jority are hard-working people contrib- borders, it will also greatly improve in- process. I will point out some of the uting to our economy and society, we terior enforcement and put employers loopholes in poor, old Mr. Bill, as we go can also assume there are some people on notice that the practice of hiring il- legal workers simply will not be toler- along today. Those loopholes will indi- who want to do us harm hiding among ated. Business as usual is no longer ac- cate this bill should not be passed in the millions who have come here only ceptable, and neither is a de facto am- its present form. in search of better lives for themselves I yield the floor. and their families. We need new poli- nesty. This legislation would put in The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- cies that will allow us to concentrate place an effective and practical em- pore. The Senator from Arizona is rec- our resources on finding those who ployment verification system to re- ognized. have come here for purposes more dan- place the outdated I–9 system that all employers use. In the 21st century, it is Mr. MCCAIN. Mr. President, I thank gerous than finding a job. my friend, the Senator from Alabama, Last year the Senate passed a com- unacceptable that employers are still because I know he has a great deal prehensive immigration bill, but it recording important employment eligi- more to say about the pending legisla- never even got to conference. This year bility information with a pen and pad. tion this morning. I appreciate his al- we realized we had to take a different We need real-time answers that will lowing me a few minutes to discuss my approach if we wanted to enact real re- tell employers if the person sitting in front of them is not only eligible to view. I thank him for his courtesy. forms. New ideas and concepts were in- I thank my friend from Colorado, corporated into the bill that helped to work here but the person they actually claim to be. Employers will no longer Senator SALAZAR, for his leadership, enhance the comprehensive nature of for his involvement and his integrity. the bill and ensure the strongest tools be put in a position of judging docu- ments presented to them at face value. What a great honor it has been for me were in place to enforce our laws and The employment verification system to work with him on this and a number secure our border. First and foremost in this bill will allow employers to of other issues over several years. I among our priorities was to ensure this electronically verify identity and work thank him. bill included strong border security and eligibility through both DHS and the Immigration reform is long overdue. enforcement provisions. We need to en- Social Security Administration, while I am proud to support this historic sure that the Department of Homeland also protecting the personal informa- overhaul of our immigration system. Security has the resources it needs to tion of all U.S. workers. If we cannot This bill represents weeks, months and, secure our borders to the greatest ex- adequately enforce our immigration in some cases, years of work by the tent possible. These include manpower, laws at the worksite, employers will be proponents of this bill. The President vehicles, and detention facilities for able to continue to employ undocu- has shown tremendous leadership on those apprehended. But we also need to mented workers. That is not a scenario this issue and has dedicated countless take a 21st century approach to this we will allow under this legislation. hours to the process. While I may not 21st century problem. We need to cre- We need the ability to have addi- be in agreement—and most of us are ate virtual barriers as well through the tional legal workers in this country. not in agreement—with each and every use of unmanned aerial systems, There are certain jobs Americans are provision of the bill, it offers a good ground sensors, cameras, vehicle bar- simply not willing to do. For example, starting point for debate and a good riers, advanced communications sys- today in California, fruit is rotting on framework. The proponents of this bill tems, and the most up-to-date security the vine and lettuce is dying in the have come together to try to fix one of technologies available. fields, because farmers can’t find work- the most serious issues facing our This legislation mandates that before ers to harvest their crops. At the same country. We have put partisan politics we can move forward with a program time resorts in my own State of Ari- aside in order to forge a consensual to address the undocumented workers zona can’t open to capacity, because proposal to allow us to start a full floor currently in the United States or fu- there aren’t enough workers to clean debate on immigration reform. Others ture workers wishing to enter, we must the rooms. Restaurants are locking need to do the same. meet certain enforcement and security their doors because there is no one to Those of us from border States wit- benchmarks that will let everyone serve the food or clear the dishes. We ness every day the impact illegal im- know we are enforcing our laws and are facing a situation whereby the U.S. migration is having on our friends and that we are not going to repeat the 1986 population does not provide the work- neighbors, our county and city serv- amnesty. These triggers include the ers that businesses desperately need. ices, our economy, and our environ- hiring of 20,000 Border Patrol agents, Yet the demand for their services and ment. We deal with the degradation of the construction of 300 miles of vehicle product continues. our lands and the demands imposed on barriers and 370 miles of fencing, the At the same time we have seen, time our hospitals and other public re- establishment of 105 ground-based and time again under the current law, sources. However, I have learned over radar and camera towers along the that as long as jobs are available in the last several years this is not only a southern border, and the deployment of this country for people who live in pov- border State problem; this is a national 4 unmanned aerial vehicles and sup- erty and hopelessness in other coun- problem. It affects the dairy farmers in porting systems. It also includes the tries, those people will risk their lives

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14362 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 to cross our borders. Our reforms need In essence, we are rewarding people ditions, we will at least be spared the to reflect that reality and help us sepa- for working hard and showing poten- Herculean task of finding and sorting rate economic immigrants from secu- tial. These are not all high-skilled through millions of people who came rity risks. This legislation does just workers, but they are the kind of work- here simply to earn a living. that. ers and people we should want to be- We are aware of the burdens illegal The most effective border protection come citizens of our country. By com- immigrants impose on our cities and tool we have is establishing a legal bining family ties with economic reali- counties and States. Those burdens channel for workers to enter the ties, we can build a stronger immigra- which are a Federal responsibility United States after they have passed tion system that will help to build a must be addressed. We need also to face background checks and have secured stronger, more competitive economy honestly the moral consequences of our employment. We need to establish a and Nation. current failed immigration system. temporary worker program that per- In addition to future immigrant and I am hopeful at the end of this debate mits workers from other countries to nonimmigrant workers, we have to ad- we can show the American people that come here and find work and employ- dress the fact that 12 million people are we addressed a serious and urgent prob- ment and to make sure those people living in the United States illegally, lem with sound judgment, honesty, are here on a legal basis. most of them employed—all of them common sense, and compassion. I hope Recently, David Brooks wrote in his contributing to our country. Our econ- we can show that we reached across the column: omy has come to depend on people aisle to try to solve a serious problem The United States is the Harvard of the whose existence in our country is fur- in a serious way. world. Millions long to get in. Yet has this tive, whose whereabouts and activities It seems almost trite at this point to country set up an admissions system that in many cases are unknown. I have lis- once again state that our Nation’s im- encourages hard work, responsibility and tened to and understand the concerns migration system is broken and in bad competition? No. Under our current immi- of those who simply advocate sealing need of repair. But without comprehen- gration system, most people get into the sive immigration reform, it is a fact U.S. through criminality, nepotism or luck. our borders and making life so terrible for people here that they will self-de- that our Nation’s security will remain The current system does almost nothing to vulnerable. We must act immediately encourage good behavior or maximize the port. But that is easier said than done. nation’s supply of human capital. I fundamentally believe our Judeo- or face the consequences of another Let’s look at how this bill would improve Christian society would not tolerate summer of people dying in our deserts, incentives almost every step of the way. this type of treatment of people within businesses shutting their doors because First, consider the 10 to 12 million illegal our own country, whether here legally they do not have the manpower to stay immigrants who are already here. They now or not. We need to come up with a hu- open, and criminals hiding in the shad- have an incentive to think only in the short ows of our society mixed in with hard- mane, moral way to deal with those term. They have little reason to invest for working people who are the backbone people who are here, most of whom are the future because their presence here could of our economy. be taken away. not going anywhere. No matter how The Senate must have the courage This bill would encourage them to think in much we improve border security, no the long term. To stay, they would have to and will to solve this crisis facing our matter the penalties we impose on Nation. The American people are de- embark on a long, 13-year process. They’d their employers, no matter how seri- have to obey the law, learn English and save manding action. I say the time is over- money (to pay the stiff fines). Suddenly, ously they are threatened with punish- due, and we are failing the citizens of these people would be lifted from an ment, we will not find most of them, the United States if we do not pass this underclass environment—semi-separate from and we will not find most of their em- important piece of legislation and ulti- mainstream society—and shifted into a mid- ployers. mately achieve its enactment and im- dle-class environment, enmeshed within the The opponents of our proposal to ad- plementation. If we do fail, what then? normal rules and laws that the rest of us live dress undocumented workers in this by. This would be the biggest values-shift Mr. President, I thank my col- country decry as amnesty our proposal leagues, and I thank my friend from since welfare reform. to bring them out from their shadows Second, consider the millions living abroad Colorado. who dream of coming to the United States. and into compliance with our laws. No, I yield the floor. Currently, they have an incentive to find it is not. Amnesty is, as I observe, for The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- someone who can smuggle them in, and if all practical purposes, what exists pore. The Senator from Colorado. they get caught, they have an incentive to today. We can pretend otherwise, but Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I try and try again. that does not make it so. Amnesty is thank my friend from Arizona, Senator The Senate bill reduces that incentive for simply declaring people who entered MCCAIN, for his comments and for his lawlessness. If you think it is light on en- the country illegally citizens of the support of this legislation. I also want forcement, read the thing. It would not only beef up enforcement on the border, but would United States and imposing no other to say that Senator MCCAIN has always also create an electronic worker registry. requirements on them. That is not spoken to the highest moral values of People who overstay their welcome could what we do in this legislation. this Nation. His history in terms of his forfeit their chance of being regularized for- Under the provisions of this legisla- contributions to this country are un- ever. tion, undocumented workers will have equaled. His involvement in trying to I would remind my colleagues the six incentives to declare their existence deal with this issue, including address- people arrested who wanted to attack and comply with our laws. They may ing it from a moral perspective, is Fort Dix, NJ, and to kill Americans— apply for a worker visa. They would be something I will always admire. three of them came across our south- subjected to background checks. They I remember well, I say to Senator ern border illegally; three of them must pay substantial fines and fees, to- MCCAIN, when I went to your office, came on valid visas and overstayed taling approximately $7,000, learn probably 2 years ago, as a freshman them. English, enroll in civic education, re- Senator. When I was sitting in your of- Moreover, aspiring immigrants would main employed and, if they choose to fice, you pulled out a copy of the Ari- learn, from an early age, what sort of person get a green card, go to the end of the zona Republic, and I think the headline the United States is looking for. In a break line behind those who waited legally was: ‘‘300 People Died in the Desert.’’ from the current system, this bill awards outside of the country to come in. The Senator spoke about the moral visas on a merit-based points system that re- I believe most undocumented work- basis for us to move forward with com- wards education, and English proficiency, ers will accept these requirements in prehensive immigration reform. agricultural work experience, home owner- order to escape the fear, uncertainty, The Senator certainly has been a ship and other traits. Potential immigrants would understand that the United States is and vulnerability to exploitation they leader in that effort. I thank him for looking for people who can be self-sufficient currently endure. While those who that. I thank him for his integrity, and from the start, and they’d mold themselves have come here to do us harm will not I thank him for all his contributions to to demonstrate that ability. come out of hiding to accept those con- this country.

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But none of those bills with this group over here in this secret failed immigration policies we have come close to having the impact on session which the public was not in- now are in need of reform, in need of America or come close to having the volved in. We made a commitment to comprehensive reform. I said that last attention of the American people to one another, and we are going to stick year. Some of my colleagues said bor- the degree this issue does. together and vote you down. ders first; and I had sympathy with The reason the American people are Now, this is not the way old Bill was that and it actually would probably angry and upset is simple. They are not taught law was supposed to occur in have been a healthy process if we start- angry, they are not upset with immi- America. It is unbelievable that you ed a year or two ago and established grants. That is not what I read people would have a piece of legislation of this border security and gained the respect to be saying. What I think they are historic nature not even go to com- and confidence of the American people. angry and upset with is Congress and mittee and that this group just met. We could then have been bringing for- the President for absolutely refusing to How quick did we have it? Oh, well, we ward a comprehensive immigration bill listen to their natural and proper con- were going to have the bill last Thurs- with more credibility than we have cerns about immigration. What I am day so people could read it, and then it today. hearing is they do not want to be taken was going to be Friday. We promise we There is a lot of debate going on, and to the cleaners once again. will have the bill Friday. Then it a lot of posturing going on. You see They do not want to be victims of a turned out to be Saturday morning, at things, such as my good friend, the bait and switch in which we promise we 2 a.m., they emailed it and tried to say Secretary of Homeland Security, Mike are going to create a system that will they put it out Friday. It was Satur- Chertoff who is doing a great job—he work for lawful immigration, that will day, at best, when the bill was out. frames the issue this way: It is a choice allow us to have an immigration policy They claim it is 300 and some pages. I between Republican conservatives who that serves the national interest, that believe this is it. They say it is 300 want to block the bill by insisting on allows millions of people to come to pages or whatever the number of pages mass deportations or insisting on de- our country in immigration status— it is in this stack of bills, but they portations that are just not going to but it would be a number we can have didn’t print it in the normal language. happen. jobs for, without pulling down the I have never seen a piece of legislation Well, I am not aware of anybody on wages of hard-working American work- of any size go through here and not be our side of the aisle calling for mass ers. It would bring in numbers suffi- in bill language. This is fine print. If deportations. That is not so. That is a cient to make sure we do not cause you put this bill in bill language, it false setup. That is a triangulation, if problems in schools and other areas would probably be 1,000 pages. A good you will, good friend, Mr. Chertoff, that we cannot quite handle. immigration bill needs to be 1,000 former U.S. attorney. We served to- The number ought to be correct, and pages. There are thousands of issues in- gether in the Department of Justice. that they ought to be, insofar as pos- volved that need to be clarified, hun- He is one of the best members of the sible, persons who are going to flourish dreds and hundreds of complex situa- Cabinet. I do not appreciate it, Mike. in our economy, people who have the tions that, if not properly addressed, You tell me who on this side said we skills, language, and education levels will never work if we don’t do it right. want to have a mass deportation—zero. that indicate they will likely be very That is all I would say to my col- That is not the question. successful here, like Canada does. That leagues and friends. I love you. I appre- The question is whether we will have is what they do. We have a touch of ciate all your efforts to try to solve the a decent bill that will actually work. I that in this bill—far better than last American people’s problems. I know know you have made recommendations year, I have to say—but I have been so you didn’t want to bother with them that are critical, Mr. Chertoff, to the disappointed to read the fine print and while you met and had your discus- passage of the bill that were not in- to see that movement to follow the sions, except I guess the Chamber of cluded in it. In fact, I have to give him philosophy that Canada does has not Commerce and this special interest credit. He did criticize the liberal im- nearly been strong enough. It is dis- group and that special interest group migration rights advocates by sug- couraging to see it has not been. and maybe some pollsters telling this gesting they will prolong the anguish So the individuals who thought they and that; I don’t know how that came by holding off the bill also. But I do would meet and reach an agreement out. But I don’t appreciate the fact not think that is the right issue here. and plop it on the floor of the Senate— that we are not being able to have a All of us want a compassionate, le- for which all the rest of us folks would full debate on it, and we are not going gitimate piece of legislation that can just dutifully comply with and ratify to be able to have very many amend- work and will serve our long-term in- and say: Thank you, my elite col- ments. We could probably, without— terests and will be consistent with the leagues. We are glad you have worked well, you say: You are trying to file principles that are set forth by the peo- out this immigration problem. Thank amendments to delay. You want to ple who worked on the legislation. But you so much. We know something had slow down the process. Well, as Senator I am not given confidence. I will repeat to be done—and it does have to be SPECTER said, in retrospect, we would again: I am not feeling confident at all done—we are just overjoyed you got have done better had the bill gone there will be a legitimate, full, vig- Senator KENNEDY and Senator KYL and through committee, the Judiciary orous debate and a lot of amendments everybody has agreed, and we are going Committee. At least they did last year. that go to some of the weaknesses in to plop this bill down, and you guys It was rammed through the committee the legislation. I am afraid they are will just ratify it. You can have a lot of last year because I saw it when I was not going to be considered. little amendments if you want to, but, on the committee. This is what hap- I say that because I see the tactics remember, if anything touches the core pened last year: They waited until the moving along. We have gone a week principles we have decided on, why, last minute. Senator Frist, the major- with only three, four votes. That is not that would be something we just ity leader, says we are going to bring enough time on a bill of this size and couldn’t accept, and every one of us is an immigration bill up next Monday. complexity. I think we had 40 or 50 going to stick together, and we are On the Judiciary Committee, we are votes on the bankruptcy bill. It was going to vote against it, even if we working hard. We go to the Judiciary nothing more than an updating of might agree with your amendment. We Committee, and Senator SPECTER has a bankruptcy law. It went on for weeks had to compromise that to get this bill that had some possibilities. It had

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14364 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 problems, but it had some continuing flow of new people into our to stay here illegally, to come out of attractiveness to it. It wasn’t long be- country, and it enriches us and has the shadows with some sort of status, fore Senator KENNEDY dropped his bill proven to be one of our strengths as a but not, I would suggest, as it is now and substituted and the Specter bill Nation. I think we need to restate that written giving them a guaranteed path was gone. We had an entirely new bill. again and again and that immigration to receiving every single benefit that Then they dropped an AgJOBS thing on will continue in the future and that we accrues to people who come legally, I top of that. Then they dropped the are going to treat compassionately, don’t think we should do that. That is DREAM Act, which gives instate tui- even generously, people who have bro- my principle. If you didn’t follow the tion to illegal aliens and things of that ken our laws and come into our coun- rules, somehow, it ought to be clear nature that all got dropped on, passed, try illegally. But we must do it in a that you will never get every single pop, pop, pop. way that minimizes the damage that benefit of citizenship and participation Senator Frist says: Well, if you don’t will be done to our legal system and in America than if you waited in line. have the bill on the floor by Monday our ability to enforce the law in the fu- If you give up on that principle, we night, I am going to go with an en- ture. have a problem. So I think if we had forcement only bill. So we rush and My colleagues have been involved in the courage and the firmness and the rush around there and they put the bill law enforcement and you get busy and strength in this Senate and would lis- down on Monday night and here we go. you start giving people immunity for ten to the American people, we would Senator REID says we don’t want any this and that crime repeatedly and peo- say the principles of 1986 are going to ple begin to believe you are never amendments. Senator CORNYN and Sen- be affirmed. OK. We will figure out a going to enforce it. At some point in ator KYL had some amendments. They way you can stay, your children can be got their backs up and began to push the future, you get to the point where citizens, you can have all the protec- back and people said: What are we you would not be able to enforce it. On tions of the laws of our country but not going to do with a bill without any the floor, I think maybe yesterday, every benefit of citizenship, and we amendments? So finally, Senator Frist Senator GRASSLEY from Iowa, who is will never, ever again do that. If we such a great Senator, such a direct give away that position, I think we pulled the bill. He said: We are not speaker, asked this question. He said have a problem. going to bring it back up until the he was here in 1986 when they promised So what I would like to talk about is Democratic leaders agree we are going no amnesty. He is very concerned be- some of the loopholes in this bill. I to have some amendments. It came cause it didn’t work and he felt respon- talked about the loopholes last year in back up for a couple of weeks of debate sibility for that. He was not going to be the bill and there were quite a number and cleared this body, knowing the a part of new immigration legislation of them. This is not an exhaustive list. House of Representatives had no inten- that doesn’t work such as the 1986 leg- You heard Senator ALLARD earlier this tion whatsoever of ever considering it. islation. He said: In 1986, they said we morning make comments about the It was sort of a gesture because it was are not ever going to have amnesty weaknesses in the legislation, and you not an effective piece of legislation. again, and he asked this question: Have heard Senator CORNYN point out some This year’s bill is better than last you heard any of the promoters of this weaknesses in the legislation. I have year’s, although I have been dis- legislation say we will not have am- identified 15. We certainly would not be appointed to see that it has backed up nesty again? He said: You are not going able to talk about all those this morn- on some issues of significance. I still to hear them say that. That is one ing that I wish to talk about, but there would say the framework of this year’s thing you would not hear because are many more. It is troubling that we bill is a good bit better than last after—because if we give amnesty might not be able to have an oppor- year’s. Last year’s bill should never, again, what good is it to even say we tunity to fully amend the bill to fix ever have become law. It was fatally are not going to do it? Because what these loopholes. flawed. principle, what basis on which to stand Our old buddy, Bill, the ideal way So what were the principles that the will we have 10, 12, 15 years from now that laws should be written in Amer- promoters of this legislation said when several million other people are ica, well, he has been forgotten in this should be occurring here? They said we in our country legally and someone process. I will tell you what could hap- need a lawful system, that we wouldn’t says they are here illegally, why don’t pen in the House of Representatives. I have amnesty and that there would be we enforce the law and ask them to go don’t think they are having any seri- a trigger, which was rejected last year, home. Oh, well, you gave amnesty be- ous hearings over there. This bill could a trigger and a number of other things fore. You gave amnesty in 2007, you hit the House of Representatives if it they cited as key component principles gave amnesty in 1986. How can you en- came out of the Senate—and it may of a good immigration bill. All right. I force the law now? well come out of this body—it could hit agree with that. Many of those prin- So to not understand as a matter of the House of Representatives. They ciples were sound. But as we read the law and principle that once again, tak- could call it up. They don’t have un- fine print, our concern is—my fine ing the easy amnesty step will make it limited debate. They don’t have a very staff, they have worked hard, including almost impossible in the future for us strong ability to cut off debate. They weekends. They get the bill at 2 a.m. ever to enforce the law is a mistake. could vote the bill out. It could go to Saturday morning. They work Satur- I read the debate in 1986—a lot of it. conference. The conferees will be cho- day nights and Sunday nights and here It went just like that. People said: One- sen and controlled by Senator REID, we are on the floor of the Senate. The time amnesty. We have to do this. the Democratic leader, and the Speak- thing does not even get introduced Own-time amnesty. The others said: er of the House, NANCY PELOSI, and until Monday night, and nobody has Well, we are not sure about this. We they will appoint the people they want had a chance to read it until then. So think if you have an amnesty and you to fix any differences in the bill, and it is a big problem. wipe out the laws that we had here and they can make virtually any changes My fundamental concern then is that the violations that have occurred, you they want to. Then the bill is on the the bill does not live up to the stated are liable to increase the threat in the floor, and it is either up or down, and principles that it contains. So what we future that more people will break into it might pass. As one Member of the need in reform are a number of things. our country illegally on the expecta- House said about whether President We need to recognize—unless anyone tions that they, too, after a period of Bush would sign it, he said President misinterprets this—we need to recog- time, will be allowed to stay legally. If Bush would sign a pork chop if it had nize we are indeed a Nation of immi- you read that debate, you will see immigration reform on it. We have to grants. We are. Some people don’t be- whose predictions were correct. I have be careful what we do and what is in lieve that, but I don’t believe there is a to say that. I have to say that. this bill. Member of Congress who doesn’t under- So I think the Z visa program that It can affect what is actually going stand that. We want and will have a allows people who come here illegally to become law. There is no passing this

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They II of this legislation that purport to be say there was a trigger in the legisla- voted it down. It was a fairly close effective in enforcing the law—there tion. He resisted a trigger last year. We vote, but they voted down the trigger are dozens of things there that are not had quite a debate on it. Those oppos- because they really didn’t want that listed in the trigger. The question is, ing it last year said you cannot have a trigger because they never intended to Will they ever be funded? trigger because all of us who met and do the things that were in the bill. The You should be aware, sophisticated wrote the bill don’t want a trigger; you trigger would have said: You have to Americans and Members of the Senate, will upset our compromise. I asked build a fence, you have to build the that there is no obligation or require- then—and I ask today—who was in this prison beds, and you have to hire the ment whatsoever that these things compromise? Did you have public hear- people. If you don’t do those things— ever get funded in the future. The bill ings? Were people allowed to do what and actually do them—the other stuff itself acknowledges that in many dif- you were discussing? Did La Raza get doesn’t become law, the amnesty. That ferent places. to put in their opinion? Did the U.S. was the debate last year. So with regard to some of the things Chamber of Commerce get to put in This year, they say: We got the mes- in the bill that are supposed to make their opinion? Who all got to put in sage, we are going to have a trigger. enforcement better and make the sys- their opinion? They didn’t ask my Well, good. I was happy about that. tem work better, they use this phrase— opinion—well, that is not totally so; I That sounded good. This is one of our they say, ‘‘subject to the availability did talk to a couple of them, whom I principles. This time, we are not going of appropriations.’’ expressed some opinions to. Fundamen- to mislead the American people. We That phrase is used 18 times in the tally, that is just not an open process. are really going to do what we prom- bill. What does that mean? It means we Sometimes you can do something like ised and have a trigger, and you can are going to increase our prison beds, that as a tough nut to be cracked, and relax, SESSIONS, because we are not increase border patrol, and do all these people have to make a decision. But going to fool you this time. It is not things which are in our law, and we are this is too big, too broad, too much pol- going to be like 1986. going to enforce the law subject to the icy. The American people are too con- But the problem is that the trigger availability of appropriations. Well, cerned about it, and it is too important doesn’t get us there. I just have to tell somebody probably wants a bridge in to be settled that way. you that. The trigger only applies to their home State or a highway or a Let me tell you what the trigger was the guestworker program and taking university grant in their home dis- about. I offered in the Judiciary Com- illegal aliens off the probationary Z trict—more money for this or that, mittee last year—because it dawned on visa, and all other programs in the bill good programs or bad programs, but me that in Judiciary Committee, I of- will begin immediately. So if the trig- that is how these things get lost out in fered an amendment to say: Let’s add ger is never met—if the trigger that is the competition for spending. They border patrol, and they accepted it. I supposed to be met is never met, these don’t get done. They acknowledge that. offered an amendment that showed how requirements we put in there to ensure The phrase ‘‘authorized to be appro- we don’t have enough bed spaces to end that we were going to follow through priated’’ is used 20 times. So they are catch and release, saying you had to with enforcement, if they are never saying we are authorizing to be appro- have more. They accepted that. I of- met, the probationary status in the priated money to do this, that, and the fered amendment after amendment, amnesty group never expires. other. They are going to make this bill and they accepted them. I thought, After the bill passes, Homeland Secu- good. So our masters of the universe why is this? So I offered amendments rity has 180 days to begin accepting Z come out and say: Don’t worry, Amer- to change the policy to make the law visa applications. They would accept ican people, I know you think we are actually enforceable, and they got them for 1 year and can extend the ap- not going to enforce the law, but we voted down. plication filing for another year. When have new Border Patrol officers and Why would that be so easy? Because the trigger is met, if it ever is, Home- prison spaces and fencing, and they add the brain trust that was proposing that land Security will start approving the the phrase. But all it really says in the bill last year knew the history of 1986; applications they have been processing legislation is that it is authorized to be they knew how Congress worked, and and adjudicating. What happens if the appropriated. There is no way they can they knew they never had any inten- trigger is never met? Will the proba- guarantee that Congress next year is tion of funding all the Border Patrol tionary amnesty end or expire? Those going to appropriate the money for agents and the fencing and the prison are pretty good questions. If the trig- what they put in the bill. beds. We could pass an authorization ger is never met, I can answer it for All of that was key to the trigger ef- bill to build prisons, and they are never you: The Z visa probationary status fect. I have to tell you that, in my going to get built, I am telling you. I never ends in the bill. view, the trigger is not nearly strong will show you examples. It means noth- It is explained on page 291, line 17: enough. It has been undermined, and ing. Probationary authorization document does virtually everything in the trigger has So I offered a trigger. It finally not expire until ‘‘6 months after the date on already been completed or is soon to be dawned on me what this was about, which the Secretary begins to approve appli- completed. It doesn’t have some of the how the game was going to be played cations for Z visas.’’ new things that have been promised out. I offered an amendment that said: So if the trigger is never met, if the here in the trigger. You don’t get any of this amnesty until Department of Homeland Security Loophole No. 2. This is very impor- the Secretary of Homeland Security never starts approving the applications tant. The enforcement trigger does not certifies that he has operational con- and the 6-month clock never starts require that the U.S. visa exit portion trol over our lawless border. They ticking, therefore, the probationary of US–VISIT—the biometric border voted that down. authorization document never expires. check system that records that you So Senator ISAKSON, from Georgia, My staff asked about this in one of have come into the country—will be picked that up and wrote it in even the briefings by the group promoting implemented. It was required by Con- more detail when the bill came to the the bill. The staffers asked: Does the Z gress in 1996. Over 10 years ago, we re- floor and offered the amendment. We visa probationary card ever expire? The quired that the US–VISIT exit system had quite a debate over this because it answer was: Well, because the triggers be in place; that is, if you have a visa

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If you don’t exit when you are sup- quire the Department of Homeland Se- funding level, 27,500 beds. We have al- posed to, red flags can go up that you curity to submit to Congress a sched- ready funded that amount. Nothing didn’t exit when you were supposed to. ule for developing an exit component. new was added to the requirements of You are an ‘‘overstay.’’ It is an abso- That is not good enough. the trigger until the Gregg amendment lutely critical step in creating a lawful Loophole No. 3, one of these little was adopted earlier this week. Now the immigration system that will work. It spots in poor old Bill who got shot up trigger requires Homeland Security to was required to be completed in 2005. because he didn’t go to committee like reach a detention bed space of 31,500 Here we are in 2007, and it is not com- he was supposed to learn in civics beds, 4,000 more. pleted. Did we promise to complete it class. He is supposed to go to com- The 27,500 beds, however, are far less as part of the trigger? No, no, no. There mittee. Maybe some loopholes would than the 43,000 detention beds required would be no way to ascertain whether have been closed if we had an oppor- under current law to be in place and people exit when they are supposed to. tunity to talk about it publicly before constructed by the end of this year. Under the bill, it says a certain num- the whole world. OK, cynics out there, does that pro- ber of people come seasonably, or cer- Loophole No. 3: The bill does not re- vide fuel to your fire? How about that? tain people for 2 years, and sometimes quire the Department of Homeland Se- Does that breach cynicism? We require family members can come for 30 days, curity to have enough bed space to ac- in the Intelligence Reform and Ter- and sometimes family members can tually end catch and release at the bor- rorism Prevention Act of 2004 that this come for 2 years—those kinds of der and in the interior. It only requires country have 43,000 beds by the end of things. Who is going to find out if they Homeland Security to maintain its this year, but when this bill came up, didn’t go home when they were sup- current level of bed space and estab- they only had in the trigger portion, posed to? Over a third of the people in lishes a ‘‘catch, pay, and release’’ pro- the thing that would guarantee we our country illegally came legally but gram that benefits illegal aliens from reach that level, 27,500 beds. Senator overstayed their visa, and many have countries other than Mexico who are GREGG raised the number to 31,500, but no intention of returning to their home caught at the border and who can post in 2004, when Senators went out and country whatsoever. We don’t even a $5,000 bond. bragged that they raised our number to know they didn’t return because we A $5,000 bond is not hard to post if 43,000 detention beds, that was sup- have no way to clock out when they you know how the system works and posed to be met, and we have no inten- left. We have no idea who left when you are prepared. It can be done any tion of meeting it, I submit. Because it they were supposed to leave. number of ways. But let’s say an indi- is in bill language doesn’t mean it will This is why I say the legislation be- vidual has a cousin or uncle or some- ever happen. fore us was designed to fail. I am not one in the United States and they come This month, a Federal lawyer who sure the Members all designed it to into the country and are apprehended, used to be with the Bureau of Prisons, fail, but the effort, when it came down and they came from Europe or Brazil Joseph Summerill, wrote an op-ed to it, when confronted with things or someplace other than Mexico. All piece—he used to be with the Bureau of which would actually work and which you have to do is post a bond and then Prisons, so he knows this issue. As a are critical to the success of an effec- you are released pending some hearing lawyer, he was a counsel for the Bu- tive border system, they weren’t in on deportation. reau of Prisons, and he now practices there, and that sends you a signal on We have had this problem for a num- with the firm of Greenberg Traurig. what is really there. ber of years. Secretary Chertoff has He says the following: In 1996, we required, as I said, this made some progress in ending it, and I . . . the demand for deportation and re- US–VISIT system to have an exit com- give him credit for that. There was an moval operation detention space has grown ponent by 2005, and it is still not com- article in a newspaper that showed much faster than available bed space plete. Do you think that in 1996, Mem- that people other than Mexicans—you has.... bers of the Congress and Members of see, it is not easy to deport them. It is He goes on: the Senate went out and told their con- easy to take a person back to Mexico, Despite the fact that high-risk/high-pri- stituents that we are working on immi- but how do you take a person back to ority immigrants include immigrants who gration; we passed a bill that will have Chile, Brazil, Indonesia, or Belarus? It are associated with criminal investigations, an exit system in 10 years or 9 years, takes some effort to do this. So they have committed fraud, or are likely to ab- and that will help us enforce the law, were releasing everyone on bail be- scond, these immigrants are often released cause they didn’t have any bed space, because of the lack of detention bed and I am so proud we passed that? space.... What good is it to pass it if it never and asking them to show up at some The lack of detention bed space has re- happens? It hasn’t happened yet, and it given time so they could deport them. sulted in creating a de facto amnesty pro- is not required through the trigger, If a person is willing to break into the gram for illegal immigrants who are subject which is the only thing that can re- country in violation of the laws, how to removal, particularly those immigrants quire it to work. many of those people are going to show from countries ‘‘other than Mexico.’’ According to the Pew Hispanic Cen- up after they have been apprehended to From 2002 to 2004, he explains: ter’s 2006 report entitled ‘‘Modes of be flown out of the country? No, not DRO— Entry for Unauthorized Migrant Popu- zero; 95 percent don’t show up. That is That is the detention and removal lation’’: what the number is. In fact, some of operation the rules smugglers told their people to 4 to 5.5 million of the current illegal alien DRO personnel levels grew by only 3 per- population ‘‘entered legally’’ and are non- follow is if you see an immigration of- cent and the funding of bed space decreased immigrant visa overstayers. ficer, turn yourself in because they will by 6 percent. According to the inspector gen- Despite what we know about the take you further inland, they will proc- eral, declining funds, the shortage of DRO overstay rates, the US–VISIT exit sys- ess you, and let you out on bail, and personnel, and decreased bed space led to a 38 tem is not made part of the trigger. you never have to come back, which is percent increase of illegal immigrants re- That is a very big loophole. exactly what 95 percent are doing. It is leased by the DRO. I don’t think we are serious if we a mockery of the law and, in some We are supposed to be fixing this don’t have an exit system. One might areas, we have made progress, but that catch-and-release program. I thought say it is hard to do. We have had 10 is not a part of the trigger. we were. Here this former lawyer with

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Unfortunately, Fed- quire the further step of giving them a what is happening today is that, as eral funding has not kept pace with these path to citizenship ahead of others. amendments have been crafted and in- mandates.... Those 12 million illegal aliens came to troduced, there is an effort to make the So it is clear we need a lot more beds, this country to work without the ex- legislation better. and 31,500 beds, as we approved in an pectation of becoming citizens. More At the end of the day, I wish to give amendment the other day, is better illegal aliens will come to this country thanks to all those Members of the than 27,500, but it is not enough. on a temporary basis to work without Senate and members of the President’s So why are the American people cyn- expectation of citizenship. There is no Cabinet, and the President himself, for ical? We passed a law in 2004 requiring need to grant these people the gift of what they have done in moving this 43,000 beds by the end of this year. We citizenship. immigration debate forward. are at 27,500. It is not likely to ever Specifically, my amendment will I will also add that our majority happen, and that is why they did not strike the contents of section 602 on leader, Senator REID, long ago gave put it in the trigger because if they earned adjustment of Z status aliens, warning to the Members of the Senate did, those bed spaces would have to be replacing it with a prohibition on that we were going to move forward to completed. issuing an immigrant visa to Z non- immigration. This was not a surprise Mr. President, I see my distinguished immigrants which is currently in the to the Members of the Senate. Months colleague Senator BOND from Missouri bill and a prohibition of adjusting a Z ago, Senator REID said we have to deal in the Chamber. He is a most capable nonimmigrant to legalize permanent with this most fundamental national Senator. I appreciate his leadership. I resident or so-called green card holder. security problem of our time, and what have a number of loopholes I could talk In this way, the path to citizenship is I will do is I will reserve time at the about and will talk about in the days cut off. I urge the Senate to call up and end of May so we can deal with immi- to come. adopt this amendment. I believe it will gration reform. I am raising these issues to say I enable other goals in the bill to be ac- Well, he did that, and he kept can’t vote for a bill that is likely to complished without giving the amnesty everybody’s feet to the fire. At the be- clear the House of Representatives and path to citizenship. ginning of this week, Senator REID be signed by the President with loop- I yield the floor and I thank my col- made the decision he would allow an- hole after loophole after loophole. I leagues. other week of debate. So that, at the cannot go to my constituents and say I Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I wish end of the day, we will have had 3 am pleased we have now passed legisla- to make one correction. I think I said weeks to study and debate the legisla- tion that will actually work to create a we had four or five votes, or three or tion that was put together. lawful system, that will treat compas- four votes, or something of that na- I will remind my colleagues there has sionately the people who are here, will ture. My staff tells me we have had been significant progress made. There create a flow in the future based on seven votes this week. I think that is have been 23 amendments that have merit and competition, and will do a better than four, but that would indi- been offered. Of those, 13 have already lot of other things we want done, the cate that in 2 weeks we will have had been disposed of. Seven of them were sponsors of this bill are saying they about 14 votes. That is not enough, in disposed of this week with rollcall want done, and asking us to vote for my view, to fix the problems in this votes, six disposed of with voice votes. this bill because they say it will ac- legislation. As of yesterday, there were 10 pending complish that. I thank the Chair, and I yield the amendments. Today, there have been My disagreement is not with their floor. four more amendments that have been principles and their stated goals, but The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- offered, and the beginning debate on my disagreement is the language in the pore. The Senator from Colorado. those amendments has taken place. So legislation is dramatically ineffective Mr. SALAZAR. Mr. President, I the majority leader’s decision to add 1 to accomplish that. thank my colleague from Alabama for more week to continue the deliberation I thank the Chair and I yield the his heartfelt statements concerning on this bill is something which is need- floor. this very important issue that faces ed and something which we all appre- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- our country today. ciate. Hopefully, what it will lead to is pore. The Senator from Missouri. I wish to do two things here. First, I the passage of a comprehensive immi- Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I thank my wish to remind the Senate how far gration reform bill that is good for the colleagues for allowing me to speak along this road we have come. This de- American people. briefly. I have proposed an amendment bate on immigration reform is not one I wish to take a few minutes to sum which I believe is very important to that started on this Monday. It is in- up, from my point of view, why this this bill to cut the automatic path to deed a debate the Senate started over a legislation is so important. We now citizenship. It is filed at the desk, and year and a half ago, and it started in know we have a system in America for I will call it up later. the Judiciary Committee. It then went immigration which is broken. It is a Citizenship is the most sacred gift through nearly a month of debate, with system of lawlessness and it is a sys- Americans can provide. It should not many amendments and changes, and tem that victimizes a lot of people, serve as a reward to those who broke ultimately a bill that was passed out of from the people who are the workers to the law to enter or remain in this the Senate, this comprehensive immi- the employers of this country. We also country. The path to citizenship is at gration reform, by a vote, as I recall, of know it is a system that has been bro- the heart of the amnesty criticism of 64 Senators voting to move that bill ken for a very long time. Our laws have this bill. Cutting this path cuts out the forward. not been enforced on immigration. The most severe complaint about this bill. Now, that was a year ago. We are now United States has chosen, instead of I supported the Vitter amendment a year ahead, and what has happened enforcing the law, to look the other yesterday to strike the entire program during this past year is that there have way. Indeed, over the last 5 or 6 years, proposed to deal with 12 million illegal been continuing conversations about as I understand it, there have been less aliens in the country. Unfortunately, how we might be able to create an im- than four enforcement actions taken that amendment was rejected. So migration reform system that works against employers across the country, today I propose a much more targeted, for our country. After many hundreds, on average.

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How can we have national secu- tors to help us deal with the investiga- What we have done in this legislation rity in a post-9/11 world when we don’t tions of the laws that are broken under is to make sure that massive exploi- know who is coming into our country? our immigration system. We will hire tation will not occur because the work- We have 400,000 or 600,000 people com- 2,500 new Customs and Border Protec- er protections have been included in ing here illegally every year. How can tion workers. We will reimburse State this legislation. we say to the American people that the and local communities, State and local Finally, we will secure America’s national security interest of the United communities that today are having to economic future by providing a real- States is being protected? How can we deal with the problems relating to istic solution to the 12 million or so do that? We cannot do that. How can criminal aliens. We will create a new American people who are working in we, as Senators and as people who are employer verification system so that America, who have come here illegally, leading our Government, say to the employers know the person they are and who are in an undocumented sta- people of our country that in this de- hiring is legal and authorized to work tus. That, at the end of the day, in mocracy we are upholding the rule of in the United States, and we will do it many ways, has been the most conten- law, when we look the other way in- in a way that does not put an unneces- tious item we have debated in immi- stead of enforcing the laws of the coun- sary burden on American employers. gration reform. What do we do with the try? In my view, we need to move for- We will hire an additional 1,000 new 12 million people here who are working ward and we need to develop com- worksite compliance personnel. We will in our factories, who are making our prehensive immigration reform. increase the penalties for gang activ- beds, who are fixing our food in our res- As I have looked at this legislation ity, for fraud, and for human smug- taurants, and who do all the work here and the different aspects of the legisla- gling. We will streamline the back- in America to make sure everybody’s tion that have been crafted together, it ground check process, we will require daily needs are taken care of? They seems to me we need to look at the new fraudproof immigration docu- interface with us in our daily lives. comprehensive approach as though we ments with biometric identifiers, and Some people have said, as all of us were looking at a tripod. We have to we will encourage partnerships be- have heard, I am sure, every Senator ask ourselves this question: What is tween Federal and State and local law here, we ought to round them up and the aim of this legislation? enforcement to make sure our laws are, deport them all; we ought to have a The first aim, in my view—one leg of in fact, being enforced. mass deportation of the 12 million peo- the tripod—is to fix our borders. We So the second aim—to secure Amer- ple here in America today. ica’s interior—is something we have have broken borders. We have broken A mass deportation. Well, there is a covered amply in this legislation. borders today. So we have proposed in fiscal cost associated with that. Some The third aim—the third leg of this people have made an estimate that it our legislation an additional number of tripod—is to secure America’s eco- would cost multiple billions of dollars Border Patrol agents to help us secure nomic future. I wish to speak briefly to be able to round up all these people the border. We started out in this legis- about three aspects of how we will se- and to deport them. lation with 18,000 additional Border Pa- cure America’s economic future. trol officers. Through an amendment First, the AgJOBS Act. The AgJOBS Can we actually do it? Can we actu- by Senator GREGG, that number is now legislation allows us to maintain our ally deport 12 million people? If we up to 20,000 Border Patrol agents. That current agricultural workforce. It will were to deport 12 million people, in my is significant additional manpower reform the existing agriculture pro- view, No. 1, we would have a massive that is going to go to the border. gram and make it effective. That legis- dislocation in the American economy; We have approved at least 370 miles lation has been crafted to a point No. 2, it would be an un-American of fencing. So we will have fencing that where I think there are 567 organiza- thing for us to do as a people because will go into the strategic places along tions that have endorsed it, from the it would be inhumane. These 12 million the border. We also have included in Colorado Farm Bureau, to the Farmers people have brought their hopes and the legislation 200 miles of vehicle bar- Union, to every single agricultural or- dreams to America, and they have con- riers. We have included 70 ground-based ganization in America. tributed significantly to the workforce. radar and camera towers. We have in- The leaders on AgJOBS in the Sen- It is our broken system which has al- cluded four unmanned aerial vehicles. ate, Senator FEINSTEIN and Senator lowed the illegality that has taken We have included new checkpoints and CRAIG, have been eloquent in making place to occur over a long period of points of entry. their statements about the need for the time. So what we have crafted is a way So one of our aims is to secure the agricultural community, farmers and forward that provides a realistic solu- border, and the legislation we have put ranchers, to be able to have a stable tion to how we deal with these people. forward, with the assistance and lead- workforce. We need to stop the rotting Now, on the other side, and in some ership of Secretary Chertoff, will en- of the vegetables and the fruits in Cali- places of our country, what we hear is sure we have a protected border. fornia, in Colorado, and across this a loud cry of amnesty. Well, I join We also need to then ask ourselves: country. The only way we are going to President Bush and my colleagues, What are our other aims? It doesn’t do be able to do that is if we have a stable Senator JOHN KYL and Senator KEN- much good to secure our borders but workforce for agriculture. NEDY, in saying this is not amnesty. within our country we simply continue We also include in this legislation, as What we are doing is saying, first of to ignore the law. So we need to en- part of securing America’s future, a all, they will have to pay a penalty. force the law within the country. That new temporary worker program. Yes, it When someone breaks the law in this ought to be our second aim. That is the is a program that is controversial. It is country, they have to pay for having second leg of this tripod: how we en- very controversial on the Democratic broken the law. If you do the crime, force our laws within our country. So side, and there are some Members on you have to do the time. Well, what we we must secure America’s interior. the Republican side as well who do not are saying is that the law has been bro- How are we going to do that? Well, like that particular piece of legisla- ken, and they are going to have to pay our legislation does that in a number tion. I will say this, however. When we very hefty penalties in order to come of ways. First, we will increase the de- crafted the legislation, we included the into compliance with the law. tention capacity of our immigration kinds of worker protections to make We also say they have to go to the enforcement system to be able to hold sure the exploitation of past programs back of the line. The fact that someone those who are here unlawfully at the will not occur. came here illegally and crossed the

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Without objection, it is so (aa) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- The next thing we will do is, we will ordered. dent’’ after ‘‘citizen’’ each place that term require them to return home before The amendment, as modified, is as appears; and they can apply for their green card. follows. (bb) in subclause (II)(aa)(CC)(bbb), by in- They will have to go home to a country On page 260, line 13, strike ‘‘567,000’’ and in- serting ‘‘or legal permanent resident’’ after outside the United States and do a sert ‘‘480,000’’. ‘‘citizenship’’; On page 260, line 19, strike ‘‘127,000’’ and in- (II) in clause (iv)— touchback before they are able to come sert ‘‘40,000’’. (aa) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- back in. We will require them to learn On page 269, line 18, insert ‘‘or the child or dent’’ after ‘‘citizen’’ each place that term English. We will require them to re- spouse of an alien lawfully admitted for per- appears; and main crime free. I could go on and on manent residence’’ after ‘‘United States’’. (bb) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- with respect to the requirements. On page 269, line 22, insert ‘‘or lawful per- dent’’ after ‘‘citizenship’’; I have often said to those who claim manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. (III) in clause (v)(I), by inserting ‘‘or legal On page 269, line 23, insert ‘‘or lawful per- permanent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’; and this is amnesty, this is not amnesty, manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. this is purgatory. You are basically (IV) in clause (vi)— On page 269, line 23, insert ‘‘or lawful per- (aa) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- taking these 12 million people and put- manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. dent status’’ after ‘‘renunciation of citizen- ting them in a purgatory status for a On page 269, line 24, insert ‘‘or lawful per- ship’’; and very long time before they would ulti- manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. (bb) by inserting ‘‘or legal permanent resi- mately be eligible for a green card. On page 269, line 25, insert ‘‘or lawful per- dent’’ after ‘‘abuser’s citizenship’’; manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. (ii) by striking subparagraph (B); That is a purgatory for a minimum of On page 269, line 26, insert ‘‘or lawful per- (iii) by redesignating subparagraphs (C) 8 years and for many as much as 12 manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. through (J) as subparagraphs (B) through (I), years. On page 269, line 32, insert ‘‘or lawful per- respectively; The legislation that has been crafted manent resident’s’’ after ‘‘citizen’s’’. On page 269, line 41, insert ‘‘or lawful per- (iv) in subparagraph (B), as so redesig- in a bipartisan way that is before this nated, by striking ‘‘subparagraph (A)(iii), body is legislation which is tough, it is manent resident’’ after ‘‘citizen’’. On page 270, strike lines 18 through 27. (A)(iv), (B)(ii), or (B)(iii)’’ and inserting fair, it is practical, it is realistic. Our On page 270, line 29, strike the first ‘‘(3)’’ ‘‘clause (iii) or (iv) of subparagraph (A)’’; and national security requires us to move and insert ‘‘(2)’’. (v) in subparagraph (I), as so redesig- forward with this legislation. Our eco- On page 271, line 17, strike ‘‘(4)’’ and insert nated— nomic security requires us to get to ‘‘(3)’’. (I) by striking ‘‘or clause (ii) or (iii) of sub- the finish line. The moral values of On page 273, between lines 16 and 17, insert paragraph (B)’’; and (II) by striking ‘‘under subparagraphs (C) America that have guided America for the following: (5) RULES FOR DETERMINING WHETHER CER- and (D)’’ and inserting ‘‘under subparagraphs so long require us to be successful in TAIN ALIENS ARE IMMEDIATE RELATIVES.—Sec- (B) and (C)’’; this mission. tion 201(f) of the Immigration and Nation- (B) by striking subsection (a)(2); As we conclude the week’s debate on ality Act (8 U.S.C. 1151(f)) is amended— (C) in subsection (h), by striking ‘‘or a pe- immigration, I would like to read a (A) in paragraph (1)— tition filed under subsection (a)(1)(B)(ii)’’; prayer, a prayer that was written by a (i) by striking ‘‘paragraphs (2) and (3),’’ and and person who knew a lot about immigra- inserting ‘‘paragraph (2),’’; and (D) in subsection (j), by striking ‘‘sub- tion because he saw a lot of the victim- (ii) by striking ‘‘(b)(2)(A)(i)’’ and inserting section (a)(1)(D)’’ and inserting ‘‘subsection (a)(1)(C)’’. ization that occurred when there was a ‘‘(b)(2)’’; (B) by striking paragraph (2); The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- broken system of immigration in this (C) by redesignating paragraph (3) as para- country. That was the founder and ator from Rhode Island is recognized. graph (2); and Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Madam Presi- President of the United Farm Workers (D) in paragraph (2), as so redesignated, by dent, I ask unanimous consent to speak of America, Ce´sar Cha´ vez, who passed striking ‘‘(b)(2)(A)’’ and inserting ‘‘(b)(2)’’. for 10 minutes as in morning business. away in 1993. He was a friend of mine. (6) NUMERICAL LIMITATION TO ANY SINGLE The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without FOREIGN STATE.—Section 202 of the Immigra- I knew him, and I knew his family. objection, it is so ordered. This is what he wrote. He said in his tion and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1152) is prayer: amended— f (A) by striking paragraph (4); and HEALTH CARE Show me the suffering of the most miserable; (B) by redesignating paragraph (5) as para- So I will know my people’s plight. graph (4). Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Madam Presi- Free me to pray for others; (7) ALLOCATION OF IMMIGRATION VISAS.— dent, in the last few days, I have come For you are present in every person. Section 203(h) of the Immigration and Na- to the floor to speak about reform of Help me take responsibility for my own life; tionality Act (8 U.S.C. 1153(h)) is amended— our broken health care system: how to So that I can be free at last. (A) in paragraph (1)— make that system run better, so that Grant me courage to serve others; (i) in the matter preceding subparagraph For in service there is true life. tens of billions of dollars are not wast- (A), by striking ‘‘subsections (a)(2)(A) and ed every year, so we no longer lose as Give me honesty and patience; (d)’’ and inserting ‘‘subsection (d)’’; So that the spirit will live among us. (ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking ‘‘be- many as 100,000 Americans every year Let the spirit flourish and grow; comes available for such alien (or, in the to avoidable medical errors, so that we So that we will never tire of the struggle. case of subsection (d), the date on which an no longer spend vastly more of our Let us remember those who have died for immigrant visa number became available for GDP every year than any other indus- justice; the alien’s parent)’’, and inserting ‘‘became trialized nation for poorer health care For they have given us life. available for the alien’s parent,’’; and outcomes. Help us love even those who hate us; (iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking ‘‘ap- I believe three central things need to So that we can change the world. plicable’’; be reformed. One is improving the That was written by Ce´sar Cha´ vez, (B) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘The peti- quality of care in ways that drive down the founder of the United Farm Work- tion’’ and all that follows through the period costs. I spoke about that on Tuesday ers. I think his inspiration has appeal and inserting ‘‘The petition described in this and used the example of an intensive today. It is yet another way to give us paragraph is a petition filed under section 204 for classification of the alien parent care unit reform in Michigan that a clarion call to come to a successful under subsection (a) or (b).’’; and saved $165 million in 15 months and conclusion of this immigration debate (C) in paragraph (3), by striking ‘‘sub- saved over 1,500-plus lives. We need to which is here on the floor of the Sen- sections (a)(2)(A) and (d)’’ and inserting encourage a lot more of that. The sec- ate. ‘‘subsection (d)’’. ond major reform we need is of health

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As a reward The legislation I have prepared will significant savings we could generate for their good work, the practice lost do just that. from expanding our use of health infor- so much revenue, from never-per- This legislation sets a lot of good mation technology. The RAND Cor- formed lab tests and empty appoint- forces in motion. It encourages devel- poration predicted that adequate ment calendars that, in 1995, Family opment and dissemination of best prac- health information technology would Physicians of Northfield, was forced to tices in medicine. It encourages doc- save us from $81 billion to $364 billion close. These doctors were taught a tors to follow those best practices, and per year. We need desperately to cap- harsh, and perverse, lesson by our discourages the wide and unjustifiable ture those savings. present health care system, and that variations in medical treatment evi- Today, I want to talk about the third lesson is: reduce costs and improve dent now. It encourages a sensible one- piece of this reform: repairing our care, and you will be punished. time debate in a professional, adminis- health care reimbursement system, the In Rhode Island, our hospitals are trative forum at the time approval or way we pay for health care, so that the pursuing quality improvement projects amendment of the best practices is economic signals we send into the sys- in every intensive care unit in the sought, and it discourages the wildly tem produce the care we want. Improv- state, modeled on the Michigan pro- expensive payment battle now fought, ing quality of care will be an uphill gram that saved $165 million in 15 claim by claim, between insurers and struggle until our payment system re- months and over 1,500 lives as well. The providers. I know from my experience wards it. Health information tech- Rhode Island intensive care unit pro- as the insurance commissioner for nology will lag behind other industries gram had a significant hurdle to over- Rhode Island how much time and until the economics of investing in it come, however: the cost was expected money insurers and providers spend in makes sense for participants in the to be $400,000 annually per intensive claims administration. Studies have health care sector. care unit, and the hospitals had to pay estimated that $20 billion is spent These problems can each be fixed, but it. The savings were estimated to be $8 every year in this bitter and expanding the repair will work better if the three million, but those savings would not go arms race, both by insurers seeking to solutions proceed together, not nec- back to the hospitals. The savings went deny claims and doctors seeking to de- essarily as one, but staying close, be- to payers. So, for its $400,000 invested, fend their claims, and every dollar of cause they are mutually reinforcing. a hospital actually stood to lose that fight is wasted. Doctors in Rhode The payment system for health care money, from shorter intensive care Island tell me regularly that as much expenditures today sends all the wrong unit stays and fewer complications, so as half of their staff is engaged in this messages: it rewards procedures rather fewer procedures to remedy the com- billing battle. Instead of in providing than prevention; it rewards office visits plications. Truly pushing that quality health care for their patients. more than email contacts; it neglects envelope, and striving for zero toler- My legislation will engage the med- best practices and discourages innova- ance in infections and errors, was ical community in a thoughtful way. It tion. To a large degree, the system has against the hospital’s best economic will bring best practices to the fore- been co-opted by today’s unfortunate best interests. It took the special, col- front. There is a lot of discussion about business model for health insurance. legial relationships developed within comparative efficiency in health care This is a business model which seeks our Rhode Island Quality Institute to today, debates over which treatments first to cherry-pick the healthy cus- solve this payment dilemma between and methods are most effective—this tomers and abandon the sick ones, sec- our hospitals and insurers. legislation will provide a truly mean- ond to try to deny coverage if a cus- A similar analysis pertains to pre- ingful forum for those discussions. An tomer does get sick, and third to try to vention investments. The payer has to example: Recently, the New York deny claims whenever their sick cus- shoulder 100 percent of the cost today, Times reported on a 40-step protocol tomer’s doctor tries to send in the but the savings in forestalled illness implemented for bypass surgery pa- bills. Health care economics gets in the might not occur for years. Maybe by tients by Geisinger Health Systems, way of the change we need, gets in the then the customer will be some other which right now can be implemented way of improved quality of care, gets insurer’s customer, then maybe Medi- only within Geisinger hospitals. This in the way of investment in informa- care’s. If you are the insurer, why take bill would allow these protocols, if pur- tion technology and illness prevention, the chance and assume that cost, if the sued by the local cardiology associa- and gets in the way of lowered costs. savings will not accrue to you? tion and approved by the State health The problem is best exemplified by a There are many ways to repair per- department, to get favorable reim- tale from a book called ‘‘Demanding verse incentives in the way we pay for bursement statewide. I hope this bill Medical Excellence’’ by Michael health care, but one that makes sense will help the health insurance industry Millenson. Northfield, MN, Madam to me and uses existing infrastructure look to a new business model where President, is a town I am sure you would be the following. Let medical so- your insurance company is looking out know. It is a town of only a few thou- cieties and specialty groups, who cre- for you, is your advocate when you are sand people, but it was home to four ate ‘‘best-practices’’ within their spe- sick, reminds you when testing or pre- very innovative doctors at Family cialty, submit those best practices—in- vention is appropriate, helps you find Physicians of Northfield. They discov- cluding cost-effective prevention pro- the best practices or care, where your ered they could reduce the average grams—for approval by local health de- insurer is your navigator and your ad- treatment cost of a urinary tract infec- partments. If, after suitable adminis- viser in the health care system instead tion from $133 to only $39, a savings of trative procedures, the best practices of your adversary. nearly 70 percent, by changing their are approved, reward the effort by dif- This legislation can help repair our practice pattern. Instead of doing an ferentiating, in Medicare and Medicaid health care system. It puts the prior- office examination, a complete urinal- reimbursement rates, between care ities and incentives in the right place ysis and culture, sensitivity studies for that follows the local best practices so market forces are unleashed in our antibiotics, prescribing ten days of and care that does not. Reward the ef- favor. It uses existing structures, just antibiotics, and a follow-up culture, fort by forbidding any insurer oper- in new ways. It is designed and man- they attained the same results with a ating in interstate commerce—any dated to be budget neutral. And it does phone conversation with a patient, a health insurer—from using ‘‘utilization no harm if it does not work right away,

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I serve on the As it relates to Iraq, the President ents in Nevada—one in Reno, one in Budget Committee and have heard the has vetoed the bill which reflected the Fernley—who have lost sons in Iraq. troubling facts about what the health wishes of the American public and Multiply that almost 3,500 times. I care system will cost us in years to many senior military leaders and a bi- can’t imagine the grief and despair. come. By the year 2050, the combined partisan majority of Congress. During the last 3 days, 17 American cost of Medicare and Medicaid will rise Last night we sent him another bill soldiers and marines have been killed to eat up 22 percent of our gross domes- that doesn’t go as far as I would like, in Iraq, 3 days—9, 2, and 6. It is an tic product. Further, as my friend and the majority of the Democratic American tragedy. As I said last night Budget Chairman CONRAD has noted, Senators, and that is an understate- on this floor, we will not stop our ef- the 75-year net present value of the un- ment. But it does begin the process of forts to change the course of this war funded liabilities in Social Security holding the President and the Iraqis until either enough Republicans join us and Medicare equal $38.6 trillion, and accountable. with regard to this war to reject the $33.9 trillion of this total is for Medi- POLLING DATA President’s failed policies or we get a care alone. The health care system is I think it is important to note how new President. eating up our economy, costing twice the American people feel, that this At the same time we have opposed as much as the European Union aver- isn’t just a bunch of politicians talking the President’s Iraq policy, we have age. There is more health care than in Washington. There was a poll taken moved forward on legislation that in- steel in Ford cars and more health care by the New York Times and CBS that vests in our security, our economy, and than coffee beans in Starbucks coffee. was reported today. It was a very in- our health. In a matter of days, we will It is significantly hampering our com- depth poll. When we do polls at home, have as law a raise in the minimum petitiveness. It is the number one those of us who serve in government, wage. Sixty percent of the people who cause of American family bank- they do samplings of 400 to 600 people. draw the minimum wage in America ruptcies. This poll was twice that big. Almost are women, and for more than half By acting now, by acting in advance, 1,200 adults were sampled, so the mar- those women that is the only money by bringing some sensible economics gin of error was very low when this poll they get for their families. It was im- and some sensible management and was done. portant that we raise the minimum some helpful incentives to our health Among other things, it said 61 per- wage, and we did that. It was long care system, we can start to grapple cent of Americans say the United overdue. with its cost. And if we take on that States should have stayed out of Iraq, We have also provided, and will fight here and now, while time is still and 76 percent say things are going shortly have signed into law, $400 mil- on our side, we can reduce costs in the badly there, including 47 percent who lion to ensure that States don’t run out best possible way: by improving the say things are going very badly. Presi- of money for the State Children’s quality of care, by making Americans dent Bush’s approval ratings remain Health Insurance Program. In the com- healthier, by preventing illness before the lowest of his office in more than 6 ing weeks, we will seek to reauthorize we have to treat it, by avoiding expen- years: 30 percent approve of the job he this successful program that keeps mil- sive and often fatal medical errors, by is doing; 63 percent disapprove. More lions of children healthy. We may not giving our doctors the decision support Americans, 27 percent, now say that be doing much for adults in health in- other professionals have had for dec- generally things in the country are se- surance, but we are taking steps for- ades, in sum, by making our health riously offtrack. This is the lowest ward with our children. care system better. Considering the number of approval and the highest For 3 years we have tried to pass leg- stakes, shame on us if we fail in that disapproval rating since these polls islation that would give relief to farm- duty. have been taken. ers and ranchers. We have been unable I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- Public support for the war has erod- to do that. The Republican majority sence of a quorum. ed: 61 percent say the country should has refused to allow us to do that. Dis- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The have stayed out of Iraq; a majority, 76 aster relief for farmers and ranchers, clerk will call the roll. percent, including 51 percent of Repub- we did that. That is now going to be The legislative clerk proceeded to licans, say additional troops sent to signed into law, $3 billion. Farms have call the roll. Iraq this year by Mr. Bush either have gone bankrupt in the ensuing years of Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask had no impact or are making things the need for this relief. I would sug- unanimous consent that the order for worse. Most Americans support a time- gest, if you look on the Internet at the quorum call be rescinded. table for withdrawal; 63 percent say the what an emergency supplemental is all The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without United States should set a date for about, it talks about emergencies that objection, it is so ordered. withdrawing troops from Iraq some- occur during the year—floods, fires, SENATE DEMOCRATS time next year. The poll found Ameri- drought, hurricanes, tornadoes. That is Mr. REID. Madam President, Demo- cans are more likely to trust the why what we did last night, farm relief, crats earned the majority in Congress Democratic Party than the Republican $3 billion to help farmers and ranchers last year by strongly opposing the Party by a significant margin. More recover from drought, flood, storms, President’s failed Iraq policy and advo- than half said the Democratic Party and other disasters is long overdue. cating restoration of the values of was more likely than the Republican That will be the law in a matter of working families in relation to our Party to make the right decisions days. Government. The American people sent about the war. More broadly, 53 per- Because of global warming, the west- a clear message last November it was cent of those polled said they have a fa- ern part of the United States has been time to change course in Iraq. Congres- vorable opinion of the Democratic swept with wildfires. In Nevada, mil- sional Democrats made that our top Party. lions of acres have burned. When these priority in the first day in this Con- As for Mr. Bush, 23 percent approve areas burn, we get noxious weeds that gress, and have every day since. In less of his handling of the situation in Iraq, come instead of the plants and grasses than 4 months, we have been able to 23 percent; 72 percent disapprove. that should be there. We are going to send to the President’s desk a number Madam President, 25 percent approve have in a short few days relief. The law of things to keep our Government of his handling of foreign policy; 65 per- has been passed, western wildfire relief, open; and that is the case literally. cent disapprove. And 27 percent ap- $465 million to help prevent and fight

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It should have been done a What the President has done to stifle approximately 130 years—someone who long time ago. We have had to fight for hope for millions of Americans is was working in the White House was this. I can remember going to the wrong. We were at a Senate retreat. indicted. ‘‘Scooter’’ Libby was indicted White House, being told by one of the Michael J. Fox came in, someone and convicted. Safavian, who was head President’s assistants: Don’t worry whom Rush Limbaugh made fun of be- of Government contracting, appointed about that. We will do it with one of cause he shakes when he talks. He has by the President and responsible for the regular bills. Parkinson’s disease. The renown actor billions of dollars, was led away from We are limited on what we can do on came up and talked to us about his his office in handcuffs because of regular bills. This is emergency fund- money he has put in to find a cure for sweetheart deals he made with Jack ing. The President has gone to New Or- other people who have Parkinson’s dis- Abramoff and others. leans, LA, more than 20 times since ease. He has done good work because On the other side of the Capitol, in those devastating floods that occurred the human genome project is com- the House, the majority leader in the there as a result of Hurricane Katrina. pleted, and they found the gene that House was convicted of three ethics The President has talked about it but causes Michael J. Fox’s neurological violations in 1 year. What did they do done very little. We did something problems. But he said: We need more to respond to that? Changed the ethics about it. We have overcome the opposi- help. Stem cell research would help us rules. He is also under indictment. tion of the White House, and in the bill find out a way to attack that gene, to So there certainly was a culture of that we passed last night, we provided take care of that gene. But the Presi- corruption. Staff members are still nearly $6.3 billion to help the people of dent has stifled, stopped, slowed down under investigation. Congressmen are the gulf coast affected by Hurricanes the hope of millions of people just like still under investigation because of Katrina and Rita. Michael J. Fox. this culture of corruption. Members of Homeland security—Senator BYRD, Several other important bills have Congress have had to resign or have from his seat right here, over the last passed and will soon be on the their lost their races because of being in- 5 years has offered many amendments. way to the President, such as a con- volved in unethical and criminal ac- He wrote a book and talks in his book tinuing resolution. This is not a name tivities. about the times he offered amendments I came up with, the ‘‘do-nothing’’ 109th Yes, there was a culture of corrup- to do something about homeland secu- Congress. The Republicans controlled tion, and we took this up as our first rity. It was defeated on a straight by significant margins the House and legislative measure and passed it. The party line basis many times. Last the Senate, and they have been dubbed House passed it yesterday. We need to night we weren’t defeated on a straight by historians and the press as the do- go to conference now and send that to party line basis. We didn’t get enough, nothing Congress. They did less and the President. but we did get a billion dollars to look served their constituents less days in As we all know, we have begun de- at programs that are all so absolutely actual work in the Senate and the bate on immigration reform. We are important and necessary: port secu- House than in the history of the coun- continuing that the week we get back. rity, $110 million; rail and mass transit try. They did less and were in session We have taken action on 7 of our top 10 security, $100 million; explosive detec- less than the do-nothing Congress of legislative priorities we introduced on tion systems for airline baggage. It is 1948. the first day of the 110th Congress. It is interesting with our airlines, you climb One of the things they didn’t do is tradition that the majority party in- in one of those seats in the airplane. fund the Government. They lost the troduces the first 10 bills. We did that. You are seated. You feel pretty com- elections last November and just left Seven of them we have passed. fortable about the person sitting next town and unfunded the Government. So In the coming weeks, we expect to to you. But you don’t know what is in there was a responsibility upon us, the turn our attention to the remaining the cargo of that airplane. We got some Democrats, to fund the Government three. money for that last night, as well we from February 1 to October 1. We did Energy. As soon as we finish immi- should. Air cargo security, $80 million that. It wasn’t easy, but we did it. gration, we are moving to energy legis- to inspect cargo on commercial pas- The 9/11 Commission, the President lation. It is bipartisan. It is legislation senger airlines; $285 million for explo- fought it. But there was a hue and cry that has been reported out of the En- sive detection systems for airline bag- to establish an independent bipartisan ergy Committee on a bipartisan basis, gage. It was long overdue—not enough commission to look at what happened legislation reported out of the Environ- but certainly a step in the right direc- on 9/11, what went wrong. Led by Con- ment and Public Works Committee on tion. gressman Hamilton and Governor a bipartisan basis, and legislation that The Republicans had a majority of 55 Kean, this independent bipartisan com- has come from the Commerce Com- to 45. They couldn’t pass a budget be- mission came up with recommenda- mittee on a bipartisan basis. cause it was so skewed toward the rich, tions. We waited almost 3 years for the It is not everything I want but a so skewed toward the business commu- Republican Congress to do something. great start for one of the big problems nity and directed against working class They did basically nothing. The 9/11 we have facing America today: energy. America, they couldn’t pass it. We Commission, in fact, gave the Bush ad- In the State of Nevada, my home, we have a majority, with Senator TIM ministration failing grades, Ds and Fs, have the third highest gas prices in the JOHNSON being ill, of 50 to 49, not 55 to in all that they asked Congress and the country—Nevada. In Reno, NV, gas 45. But we passed a budget. We passed President to do. But we, the Demo- prices are around $3.40 a gallon. We a balanced budget that restores fiscal cratic Congress, passed all the rec- need to do something about it. discipline and puts the middle class ommendations of the bipartisan 9/11 The gluttony of the oil companies is first, cutting their taxes while increas- Commission after they had been pushed unbelievable—making tens of billions ing investment in education, veterans aside for all those years. Now, within a of dollars. It is so interesting, every care, and children’s health care. matter of weeks, the House will do the time at just about Memorial Day, when For the second year in a row, we leg- same, and we will send this matter to people want to travel, their refineries islated to give the hope of stem cell re- the President and have him sign it. go down, they need repair. Who makes search to millions of Americans who Ethics. The most significant ethics all the money? It is not the person you suffer from all kinds of diseases. There and lobbying reform in the history of go to who pumps gas in your car or

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It is that way all over the the gluttonous oil companies, the re- few months, probably more likely. I country. finers—record profits, of course. hope to do it, complete it, before our JIM WEBB, who is a Senator from Vir- We are going to take a whack at August recess. ginia—JIM WEBB has a re´sume´ of an that. I hope we can get it passed. It has Since the act was last authorized in American hero because that is what he some interesting things in it. One of 1998, college costs have continued to is. He is a graduate of the Naval Acad- the things it has is CAFE standards, skyrocket. A growing number of stu- emy, fought heroically in Vietnam, saying automobiles in our country dents are being priced out of a college earned medals for heroism, was badly should be required to have higher mile- education and all the doors it opens. A injured. His military career ended not age per gallon. We are going to try to child’s ability to be educated should because he wanted it to but because he get that done. not be dependent on how much money was hurt and had to get out. The bill also includes some legisla- their parents have. He believes the most important thing tion dealing with alternative energy. I, of course, am a big fan of early we can do to hold the President’s feet We cannot produce our way out of the childhood education. I was so im- to the fire in Iraq is force him to make problems we have in America with oil. pressed yesterday, not far from here, sure our troops are ready to go to bat- We have less than 3 percent of the oil the conservative reporter—I should not tle, they are trained properly, they in the world in America. We cannot say reporter—editorial writer, David have that equipment. He has an amend- produce our way out of our problems. Brooks, from the New York Times, ment we are going to work on to get in We have to lessen our dependence on talked about his belief of young people the Defense authorization bill. foreign oil. being educated and how he had become One of the boys killed from Nevada Today, in America, we will use 21 a convert and he now believes that the this past week was on his fourth tour million barrels of oil. It is hard for me Government should be involved in get- of duty in Iraq. His friend said: He told to comprehend there is that much oil ting kids educated. me he survived four explosions, and he in the ground, let alone our use of it in Many of those lucky enough to make didn’t think he would survive another 1 day. We import about 65 percent of it through college now begin their ca- one. He did not. It was an awful death. that oil. This oil comes from some of reers saddled by the weight of the We now have two hostages, prisoners of the worst tyrannical governments in money they have had to borrow. In Ne- war in Iraq. Remember, when they the world. Much of that money is used vada, the average debt of a student is were captured, they did not know who to export communism and other bad $15,000. That is unacceptable. It is not for sure the three were because they things to countries, including to Amer- unusual for someone to graduate from knew there was a body in the Humvee. ica. medical school owing $150,000. So I called and talked to the dad, and We must lessen our dependence on Now, people say: Well, doctors make he prayed that his boy was not in the foreign oil. This administration is the a lot of money. They do not make that Humvee, that he was a prisoner. But it most oil-friendly administration in the much money. One of my friends, a didn’t work. His boy was incinerated in history of our country. So we are going prominent physician in Las Vegas—I the Humvee. They could only find out to take up this legislation the second do not think he will mind me men- who he was with DNA. He was on his week we get back. The bill will dra- tioning his name; if he does, he can call fourth tour of duty. matically increase America’s renew- me—Dr. Tony Alamo worked hard all That is what JIM WEBB is advocating. able fuel production so we can begin his life—his father came in a boat from That is what we advocate. We are going the crucial long-term effort to reduce Cuba—believes in education. The senior to take that up in the Defense author- our dependence on unsustainable and Tony Alamo did everything he could to ization bill, to make sure our troops volatile energy supplies I have talked get his kids educated. He had a boy be- have what they need. They do not have about. come a doctor. that now. The bill requires consumer appli- Now, young Tony is one of the lucky The bill last night that we passed ances, buildings, lighting and, most im- ones because his dad has done so well provides funding to ensure our troops, portantly, vehicles to become much with the rags-to-riches story in Amer- until the first of October—active and more energy efficient. The Federal ica, and I am sure as to his debt, his retired—get some of the money they Government’s own energy performance dad could help him pay it off, if nec- need. But we have to restore and ren- will be significantly improved as well. essary. But Dr. Alamo is very unusual ovate what has been ruined and dam- I so appreciate Senator BINGAMAN, because he has parents who can help aged in Iraq. the chairman of the Energy Com- him. He has explained to me that when JACK REED, a graduate of West Point, mittee, and Senator BOXER, the chair- doctors graduate from medical school, believes it will take nearly $100 billion man of the Environment and Public they get a job, and a lot of jobs now are to bring our military up to what it Works Committee, whose career has with managed care, being they are all should be. We are going to work toward been based on things dealing with the over, and they are salary jobs. They that in the Defense authorization bill. environment. Senator INOUYE, chair- have difficulty with their salary job That committee is chaired by CARL man of the Commerce Committee, and paying off their loans. LEVIN. So we are going to make invest- his right-hand person in this effort, Our legislation will increase the ments, critical investments to address Senator KERRY, have done remarkably maximum Pell grant, reduce student troop readiness problems in the Army good work. loan interest rates, expand loan for- and Marine Corps caused by the Presi- This legislation will address the giveness programs, and cap student dent’s flawed Iraq policy. growing threat of price gouging and en- loan payments at no more than 15 per- We will take a number of steps to re- ergy market manipulation as gas cent of their income. Our bill takes im- configure our national security strat- prices continue to set new record highs portant steps to address this alarming egy to better meet the threats and almost every day. and growing crisis. challenges we face today. That includes I have been so impressed with MARIA We are going to take up the next returning focus to the growing and in- CANTWELL, the Senator from Wash- work period the Defense authorization creasingly overlooked problems in Af- ington, for her continual efforts to go bill. One of the things we talked about ghanistan and working to improve spe- after these big gluttonous oil compa- doing in one of our 10 bills is to rebuild cial operations capabilities.

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So once the next work session is be sensitive to the need to distinguish VENS is sensitive and receptive to the complete, we will have taken action on that difference and I intend to support needs of other Members to the greatest all 10 of our day one priorities and the amendments that will provide the extent possible. passed most of them with over- sensitivity to those immigrants who He is a very passionate defender of whelming bipartisan support. have been here leading productive lives the Appropriations Committee, its pre- Now, we have had to fight to get that for a long period of time. rogatives, and its responsibilities. Woe support, with cloture, on many dif- f unto the person who attacks the appro- ferent issues to get to where we could priations process or the work that he have a vote. But we have made it, and MORNING BUSINESS does. One soon learns that such a posi- I appreciate that help from the Repub- Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask tion is not one to be taken lightly. One licans. unanimous consent to proceed to a pe- had better be prepared for a bruising We have also successfully addressed riod of morning business, with Sen- fight. many crucial issues not on that list. ators allowed to speak therein for up to As President pro tempore, he was a The FDA reauthorization bill we 10 minutes each. faithful and dedicated leader of the passed facilitates the timely review of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Senate. Now that he is—temporarily— new drugs while improving the safety objection, it is so ordered. out of that position, he continues a of the medicines patients take and the f close working relationship with his food we eat. We passed the Water Re- good friend and colleague Senator ROB TRIBUTE TO SENATOR TED - sources Development Act, known as ERT YRD STEVENS C. B , the current President pro WRDA, the first one in about 6 or 7 tem. years. It will protect America’s envi- Mr. BOND. Madam President, in It is, indeed, an honor to have him as ronment and keep our economy strong. April, TED STEVENS became the longest our leading senior Republican in the We also passed the America COM- serving Republican Member of the Senate. PETES Act, which is an act to return United States Senate in our country’s The Senator’s influence extends far our country to a position of leadership 230-year history. I join my colleagues beyond the Senate to Alaska, the Na- in science, research, and technology. in congratulating the Senator and tion and the world. I would say by far the most impor- thanking him for his many years of Many of the accomplishments of the tant fight we have taken up this year service and our friendship. Senate over the last 4 decades bear the is our effort to oppose the President’s Much has already been said about mark of TED STEVENS. He has been failed Iraq policy and bring the war to Senator STEVENS’ sometimes grouchy tireless in his leadership to secure a a safe and responsible end. The next and intimidating demeanor. But if we strong military—and has funded a work period, as I have indicated, will look past the hulk ties, the scowling strong personnel system, the most oppose the President’s failed policy re- countenance, the vigorous defense of needed, up-to-date equipment and the garding the war at every turn. The De- any and all attacks on Alaskan prior- most promising research. The current fense authorization bill will be a major ities, and the cowed staff who fear that strength and superiority of the U.S. part of that battle. We will continue they have fallen on the wrong side of Armed Forces is due in no small part this fight every day. We have had some our esteemed senior Senator, we see to Senator STEVENS. bipartisan victories this year and some another, more compassionate side. He has also been a leader in the nat- tough fights as well. Progress espe- When I first arrived in Washington, ural resources, transportation issues, cially on the war has not come easy DC, in 1987, my son was entering first and climate change issues important to and that is not likely to change. But if grade at the same time as TED’s be- all of America but that particularly af- we continue to work in good faith, loved daughter. Sam and Lily became fect his home state. seeking bipartisanship at every oppor- fast friends, and so did their parents. TED is passionate about Alaska—its tunity, I have no doubt we can accom- TED and Catherine were very close natural beauty, its people, its needs plish great things for the American friends of ours and like godparents to and its fishing. Many of us have en- people. Sam. Anyone who knows TED well joyed traveling to Alaska with Senator Madam President, are we in morning knows how important his family is and STEVENS and discovering first-hand the business? the high value he places on his children treasures it has to offer. The PRESIDING OFFICER. We are and their friends. He is truly a most The many roads, parks and buildings not. kind, gentle, and readily approachable named for him are but a hint of all he Mr. DORGAN. Madam President, I father, uncle, and godfather. has done for the State. His contribu- voted in favor of the Vitter amendment His concern about others’ children tions are extensive and lasting, from yesterday because I do not support a and family members is equally heart- improving the infrastructure to safe- plan that tells those who came to this felt. As he exercises his many leader- guarding the wildlife and natural re- country illegally up until December 31 ship roles, Senator STEVENS is always sources Alaska has in abundance. of last year that they are excused and willing to take our family obligations Alaskans rightly dubbed the Senator now have legal status. into account. He realizes how impor- the ‘‘Alaska of the Twentieth Cen- I think that is a mistake. tant it is to schedule time for our fami- tury.’’ I am sure Senator STEVENS But I do want to state clearly that lies in the chaotic, hectic life we lead would remind us that he is not done there are a fair number of those 12 mil- in the United States Senate. yet. Odds are he is a favorite to be lion people who came in here without In addition to the close personal ‘‘Alaskan of the Twenty-first Century’’ legal authorization whose status must friendship we have enjoyed with the as well. be resolved in a sensitive way. I am Stevens family, I have had the oppor- It has been a tremendous honor and talking about those who have been tunity to work closely with Chairman privilege to serve with TED STEVENS. I here for decades, who have raised fami- STEVENS as a member of the Senate look forward to many more years of lies, worked hard, and been model citi- Appropriations Committee. working together. zens. I believe we should adjust their As chairman, TED is solicitous of the Mr. MARTINEZ. Madam President, I status and give them an opportunity to concerns of even his most junior mem- wish to acknowledge an esteemed col- earn citizenship. bers. He is also a devoted friend of his league and his long and storied service That same right, however, should not partner—sometimes ranking member to the United States Senate. Senator apply to someone who just last Decem- and sometimes chairman—Senator DAN TED STEVENS has given much to this ber decided that they were going to INOUYE. great country of ours. Born in Indiana, sneak into this country illegally. While there is never any doubt that he spent his college years in the West, My understanding is that we will he and Senator INOUYE control the De- his law school years in the East, and have additional amendments that will fense Appropriations call, Senator STE- made significant contributions in a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14375 place far north of here. Yet he achieved the Persian Gulf. Its flotilla, including RURAL BROADBAND much of this by heading south, to our the aircraft carrier USS Constellation, Mr. ROBERTS. Madam President, I Nation’s Capital. His career reflects his was launching cruise missile and air rise today to speak about rural Amer- dedication not only to Alaska but to strikes, while its contingent of over ica, and the need to ensure that this 7,000 marines waited to move into the all of America. He has touched every cornerstone of our way of life has the corner of this country—and beyond. country. Barry poignantly said, ‘‘we same access and availability to modern Fighting in China during World War II, are in the forefront—and are working technology that many Americans take he served our Nation valiantly as a hard to make America proud.’’ for granted. Specifically, I am referring member of the Army Air Corps where I showed that note to the President. to the availability of high-speed Inter- he flew support missions for the Flying He and I disagreed on pretty much ev- net, also known as broadband. Tigers of the 14th Air Force. Now, more erything in the runup to the war, but Broadband Internet is essential to than six decades later, he is still serv- at that moment we had a shared pride ing our country. in Barry and the men and women under rural development. It does for rural Following work as an attorney in his command. The expertise, dedica- areas today what interstate highways Alaska in the 1950s, TED STEVENS head- tion, and sheer patriotism on display did in the 20th century, and railroads ed for Washington to work for the De- there in the gulf was beyond question. did in the 19 century. It is key to at- partment of Interior under the admin- That moment crystallized the depth of tracting new businesses to rural areas, istration of President Dwight D. Eisen- gratitude that not only we elected and helping our existing rural busi- hower. It is worth noting that it was leaders in Washington but also every nesses grow and become more competi- President Eisenhower who signed Alas- Vermonter and American feel for our tive. ka into statehood in July of 1958. Not Armed Forces. Unfortunately, rural America con- too long after Alaska found statehood, Barry Costello has recently retired tinues to lag behind its urban and sub- he decided to return to the home he from the Navy after a stellar 36-year urban counterparts when it comes to had made in the Last Frontier. Soon, career. At every stage, before and after the availability of this essential re- he was serving in the State house of his command during the second Iraq source. It is not that rural folks do not representatives—a body of which he be- war, professionalism and pure com- want broadband, but only that they do came the majority leader in 1964. While petence have been deeply etched in not have as much access. he may have initially found his way to Barry’s career. Whether in postings on In the 2002 farm bill, Congress cre- the U.S. Senate by virtue of appoint- the Joint Staff or on the USS Elliot, ated a loan and loan guarantee pro- ment in 1968, he soon had the weight of which he commanded, Barry has im- gram to help build broadband out to his State’s voters behind him. pressed those above and below him in rural areas that lacked this crucial Now serving his seventh term in of- the chain of command. His knowledge service. fice, Senator STEVENS has been a reli- of the Navy—its organization, its mis- The Rural Utilities Service, RUS, an able supporter of his home State’s in- sion, its capabilities is unrivaled. agency within the U.S. Department of terests and has supported our country That thoroughgoing command of his Agriculture, was charged with the re- in many of its most trying times. The surroundings, that superb ability to sponsibility of administering the institutional knowledge and wisdom contribute to the larger organization broadband loan program and using it to which Senator STEVENS brings to the made him a natural to serve as a legis- promote access in unserved, rural Senate benefits this body greatly. All lative liaison here in the Senate and areas. of us appreciate his work and contribu- Congress as a whole. Whenever I or any Unfortunately, the agency’s imple- tions to America. Be it as the former of my colleagues had a question about mentation and administration of this chairman of the Commerce Committee, some program, however obscure, Barry program strayed from the rural focus the former chairman of the Appropria- could answer it or get us answer in Congress intended. tions Committee, a strong voice and pretty short order. He was a strong Instead of targeting our rural areas, dedicated member of the Homeland Se- conduit in the other direction too, pro- huge sums of money have been used to curity Committeeor for his work on viding insights to the senior Navy and provide broadband in urban areas, sub- the Rules Committee—we thank him Department of Defense leadership urban developments, and towns that al- for his leadership, past and present. about the concerns of Congress. In ready have service. Congratulations to Senator STEVENS short, he was the perfect liaison. Instances of waste and abuse have It was fitting that Barry capped his on becoming the longest serving Re- been clearly illustrated by the USDA career with command of the Navy’s publican in Senate history. His more inspector general, in hearings held by Third Fleet, based out in San Diego. than 14,000 days in this body are a re- both the House and Senate Agriculture One of the most powerful forces in our markable testament to his hard work, Committees, and in prominent news re- military’s arsenal, the Third Fleet es- staying power, and skills as a Senator. ports. I know the people of Alaska appreciate tablished itself with distinguished serv- There is wide, bipartisan agreement all that he has done for them over ice under the legendary ADM William on what is wrong with this program. I these numerous decades. On behalf of F. ‘‘Bull’’ Halsey. Barry’s leadership believe that there should also be wide, my fellow Floridians, I thank Senator combines the steadfastness of Halsey bipartisan agreement on how to move STEVENS for his service to America and and the eagle-eye vision of a Nimitz. At forward. to the Senate. the Third Fleet, he showed himself a While a number of legislative and f Navy officer’s officer. At 56, Barry still has ample contribu- regulatory fixes have been suggested RETIREMENT OF VICE ADMIRAL tions to make to our country, whether here in Congress and by the RUS, none BARRY COSTELLO in industry or further public service. so far have been comprehensive enough Mr. LEAHY. Madam President, In He has already served as an inspiration to surmount the challenges of deploy- the opening days of the war in Iraq in to the Navy and Vermont, and I have ing broadband in rural America. 2003, before ground forces moved into no doubt that he will continue make I have been proud to reach out to my the country, I received an e-mail at a enormous strides on behalf of others in friend and colleague, Senator SALAZAR particularly suitable moment. Just whatever endeavors he pursues. of Colorado, on the Senate Agriculture when I was about to step into a meet- I know I will run across Barry very Committee to work toward a solution. ing with President Bush at the White soon, but I want to congratulate him, It is the Committee on Agriculture House, in came a message from my his loving wife LuAnne, and their two that has jurisdiction over this pro- friend and colleague, then two-star sons Brendan and Aiden. The Senate, gram, and it is from this committee Rear Admiral Barry Costello. Vermont, and the country join me in that a way forward must be found. Admiral Costello was in command of expressing our deep gratitude. Thank Together, myself and the distin- Cruiser-Destroyer Group One, based in you. guished junior Senator from Colorado,

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14376 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 have worked toward a consensus driv- quirements. For many small and inde- OLDER AMERICANS MONTH en, comprehensive approach to pro- pendent providers with limited staff, it Mr. KOHL. Madam President, genera- moting broadband in rural America. On can be discouraging to look at a 38- tion by generation, the face of America Monday of this week, we introduced page application guide to a 57-page ap- is always changing. In the next quarter legislation to accomplish this goal, the plication. What’s more, those who go of a century, the laugh lines of that Rural Broadband Improvement Act of through this arduous process may wait face will deepen as the number of older 2007. for a seemingly indefinite period of Americans explodes. Today, those over This legislation will provide the sec- time for a yes or no to whether their 65 account for 12 percent of our popu- retary with additional guidance to di- application is approved. lation; in 2030, they will account for 20 rect broadband loans to those truly in To address these matters, the act di- percent. Academic experts, policy need by clarifying where, when, and to rects the Secretary to complete appli- wonks, economists, and health care whom loans can be made. It ties ap- cation processing within 180 days and providers are conjecturing broadly proval of loans to a requirement of allows parent companies and their about how this demographic wave will nonduplication of service, making this wholly owned subsidiaries to file a sin- affect our society. As chairman of the legislation significantly more robust gle, consolidated application and post Senate Special Committee on Aging, I and less ambiguous than the current application audit report. am listening carefully. statute. The bill further streamlines the ap- It is the charge of the Aging Com- The issue of duplication of service, plication process by eliminating var- mittee to plan accordingly for the more than any other issue, has been ious other duplicative and burdensome challenges facing our seniors tomorrow the subject of criticism of the RUS. application requirements, and directs and to tackle the problems confronting When RUS makes loans in areas that the agency to hire whatever additional them today. Older American Month, already have broadband service, it has administrative, legal, and field staff which occurs each May, gives us an op- a twofold negative affect. are necessary to meet these require- portunity to highlight these issues but First, it undermines the market. ments. let me assure you that it is impossible Often, rural towns may enjoy The act also contains powerful incen- to relegate senior issues into one neat broadband availability. Small, inde- tives to increase the feasibility of category, and soon it will be impossible pendent providers that are already loans. First, it allows limited access to to confine our attention to them to present in rural towns have their sub- towns where broadband may be avail- scribers pulled out from under them by just 1 month. able, but in circumstances when doing Nearly every issue dealt with by Con- a competitor who, because they have so is necessary to building broadband gress affects older Americans, or is af- an RUS loan, have an unfair advantage out to the sparsely populated and out- fected by them, in a unique way. From with which to offer lower rates. This lying areas that have no service at all. emergency preparedness to broadcast can threaten the very existence of I do want to stress, however, that this technology, from the size of the labor some locally owned, independent is not a loop-hole that will lead back to force to regulation of corporate mar- broadband providers that invested in the problems of duplication and over- rural towns without an RUS loan. keting practices, these issues are wor- Second, when loans are going to build. The majority of households to be thy of our attention from the older per- areas that already have service, it served by the project financed with an son’s perspective. Then there are, of means that truly unserved, rural areas RUS loan must be without access to course, the more obvious challenges for which this program was created broadband. Additionally, the act cre- ahead of us, such as preserving Social continue to be neglected. Indeed, it is ates better transparency and requires Security, strengthening Medicare, and the outlying, sparsely populated areas incumbent providers to be properly no- improving long-term care. that are in need of broadband service. tified when an RUS applicant plans on In the last 5 months alone, the Aging These are the areas broadband loans doing so. Committee has held hearings on a myr- should be made to serve—not over- Second, the act ensures that collat- iad of matters that are of vital concern building towns where the service is al- eral requirements are commensurate to to seniors. We have examined health ready present. the risk of the loan. care coverage for America’s poorest This is unacceptable. That is why Third, instead of requiring an inflexi- seniors under Medicare Part D’s low-in- this legislation which I am introducing ble 20 percent equity requirement, the come subsidy. We heard from the Vice on behalf of myself and my colleague act provides more flexibility for small Chairman of the Federal Reserve about from Colorado will attach to the defini- and start up companies by requiring the impact that millions of retiring tion of eligible rural community, a only 10 percent equity, and allowing baby boomers will have on our Nation’s clearly defined requirement of non- the agency to waive this requirement economy, and we learned about how duplication of broadband service. so long as the applicant can prove that best to retain and cater to the needs of Reforming and improving the it will be able to pay back the principal older workers. broadband loan program means doing of the loan plus interest. We have deliberated on the progress more than just addressing this one as- This legislation also codifies an inno- made by the nursing home industry pect for which it has been criticized. It vative grant program based on the suc- over the last 20 years, as well as what also means eliminating unnecessary cesses illustrated in the Common- currently needs to be done about the and unprecedented limitations on what wealth of Kentucky. Broadband deploy- most neglectful, decrepit homes. Our borrowers are eligible to participate. ment in rural areas will work better investigative unit has shone a bright In particular, I am referring to the once we know where it already is. To light on the shameful, deceptive sales conspicuous 2 percent telephone sub- do this, grants will be made available tactics employed by certain providers scriber line limit. This limitation acts to help fund partnerships between state of private Medicare Advantage plans. as a disincentive for growth; unneces- governments and the private sector to We have put forth compelling evi- sarily penalizes larger, but still rural- map where broadband is available in dence for the continuation of focused phone companies; and ignores rural areas, and conduct outreach to SeniorCare, Wisconsin’s highly effi- the reality that more and more house- areas where it is still unavailable. cient drug coverage program, in spite holds are abandoning land line sub- I and my colleague, Senator of the administration’s desire to termi- scriptions in favor of wireless commu- SALAZAR, have always shared a concern nate it. And, I couldn’t be more pleased nication. The bottom line is that lim- for our rural citizens. I am proud to to say, we worked with the rest of the iting what providers can participate in work with my neighbor to the west on Wisconsin delegation and in collabora- the program does nothing to expedite this issue, and I look forward to work- tion with Governor Jim Doyle to find a broadband deployment in rural areas. ing with my other colleagues on the legislative fix to save SeniorCare, ex- This legislation also streamlines the Senate Agriculture Committee as we tending the program through December application and post-application re- begin work on the 2007 farm bill. 31, 2009.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14377 As demonstrated by the work I have CONGRATULATING DETECTIVE Congratulations again to all of these described, it is easy to see that pro- STEVEN SILFIES young women for their accomplish- tecting seniors—whether from fraud, ∑ Mr. BUNNING. Madam President, ment.∑ poverty, or mistreatment—is a priority today I congratulate Detective Steven f for the Aging Committee. However, it Silfies of Hopkinsville, KY. Detective is also our priority to enable them. Silfies was recently recognized as the MEN’S TENNIS 2007 CHAMPIONS Though older Americans are often con- ‘‘2006 Trooper of the Year’’ by the Ken- ∑ Mr. CHAMBLISS. Madam President, sidered to be a vulnerable segment of tucky State Police. I wish to congratulate the men’s tennis the population, in many ways senior Detective Silfies is a 4-year veteran team from my alma mater, the Univer- citizens strengthen our society. Amer- of the Kentucky State Police Force. He sity of Georgia, for winning the 2007 ica’s seniors have had decades to mas- is assigned to Kentucky State Police NCAA Men’s Tennis Championship in ter skills and garner accomplishments, Post 2 located in Madisonville, KY. Athens, GA. often rendering them our best leaders Prior to joining the Kentucky State The Bulldogs defeated the University and innovators. A lot of them are out Police, Detective Silfies served more of Illinois 4 to 0 in the final round of in the forefront of professional fields, than two decades in the U.S. Army. play to capture their fifth men’s NCAA staying active within community and This includes tours in both Afghani- national championship in front of a stan and Iraq. He also currently serves family life in various capacities, and sold out crowd in Athens, leading to as de-facto liaison officer with per- leading by example. the school’s 24th national title overall. The aging of America will affect sonnel at Fort Campbell. Detective Silfies truly exemplifies The team entered the season ranked every part our society, and it will No. 1 in the country, and completed the touch every family in decades to come. what it means to serve and protect the citizens of Kentucky. During the past season with a perfect 32 to 0 record, We reap the benefits of the continued making them only the fifth men’s ten- contributions of older Americans, and year, Detective Silfies has played an integral role in the investigation of six nis team in history to go undefeated. in return they deserve the best quality As an alumnus of this great univer- of life our Nation can afford them. murders. His devotion has led to two arrests in those investigations. Silfies sity, I am extremely proud and would f also has played a prominent role in the like to congratulate team members solving of several cold cases. These in- Brad Benedict, Luis Flores, Travis ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS clude an arrest in a 27-year-old case of Helgeson, Alex Hill, Jamie Hunt, Chris an out-of-State resident. Detective Motes, Nate Schnugg, Joshua Varela, Silfies took a leading role in another Christian Vitulli, and Tri-Captains Ri- HONORING MARK STEPHENS cold case involving an out-of-State cardo Gonzalez, John Isner, and Matic ∑ Mr. AKAKA. Madam President, as resident. This was a 13-year-old case in Omerzel for their hard work and ac- chairman of the Federal Workforce which Silfies uncovered overlooked evi- complishments. Additionally, I would Subcommittee, I would like to recog- dence. like to congratulate Matic Omerzel on nize a milestone in the career of a dedi- I congratulate Detective Silfies on being named the tournament’s Most cated and committed public servant. this achievement. To be singled out Valuable Player. Undoubtedly, the Mark Stephens, an attorney with the among such a dedicated police force is team’s successes would not have been Postal Regulatory Commission’s Office truly an honor. He is an inspiration to possible without the guidance and en- of General Counsel, is retiring after a the citizens of Kentucky and to dedi- couragement from legendary head 33-year career. He joined the former cated police everywhere. I look forward coach Manuel Diaz, assistant coach Postal Rate Commission in 1974, and to seeing all that he will accomplish in Will Glenn and graduate assistant ath- participated in the analysis and review the future. letic trainer Michael Neumann. This of numerous postal rate, classification, f title is the third for the university under Coach Diaz, making him the and complaint cases. WOMEN’S TENNIS 2007 CHAMPIONS Mark proudly notes that he started only active coach with multiple NCAA ∑ Mr. CHAMBLISS. Madam President, his Federal service career as a letter championships. today I congratulate the Georgia Tech carrier for the old Post Office Depart- Again, congratulations to the Geor- women’s tennis team for winning the gia Bulldogs for their achievement.∑ ment where he worked for three 2007 Women’s NCAA Tennis Champion- months during the summer of 1968. ship in Athens, GA. f During his long tenure with the Com- The Georgia Tech women’s tennis HONORING NORM MALENG mission, Mark also served in the Office program celebrated its first NCAA title ∑ of Consumer Advocate. on May 22, 2007, with a 4–2 win over Mrs. MURRAY. Madam President, Mark’s colleagues point to his profes- UCLA. The Yellow Jackets’ win over today I celebrate the life and service of sionalism, analytical and writing abil- UCLA marked its 21st straight match Norm Maleng, a deeply respected lead- ity, and character as the embodiment win, and they finished the season at 29– er in my home State of Washington of the finest qualities of public service. 4. who served as King County Prosecutor His insights and thoughtful counsel I congratulate team members Aman- since 1978. made a substantial contribution to the da Craddock, Kristen Fowler, Whitney Seattle, King County, and in fact the Commission’s successful fulfillment of McCray, Amanda McDowell, Kirsti Mil- entire Pacific Northwest, lost one of its statutory responsibilities. Mark has ler, Tarryn Rudman, Alison Silverio, our finest statesmen ever with his been a valued colleague to those at the and Christy Striplin for their hard passing. Norm was known by everyone Commission and his retirement will work and achievement. Additionally, I for his fairness and honesty. He was a leave a void that will be difficult to congratulate Alison Silverio on being thoughtful leader who helped guide our fill. named the tournament’s Most Valuable community through difficult times. Upon leaving the Postal Regulatory Player. I further extend my thanks to Over the years, our community was Commission, Mark intends to spend the players’ families and fans for con- rattled by the Wah Mee Massacre, the more time with his family, but will tinually supporting these outstanding murder of the Goldmark family, and likely continue to monitor the progress young women throughout a long but the Green River Cases. We all breathed of the Postal Accountability and En- exciting tennis season. The team’s suc- easier knowing that Norm Maleng hancement Act of 2006 which signifi- cess, undoubtedly, would not have been would handle the cases and that justice cantly enhanced the authority of the possible without the leadership of head would be served. PRC. Mark Stephens is a public serv- coach Bryan Shelton, assistant coach To me, Norm Maleng was always the ant who made a difference, and I wish Mariel Verban, and volunteer assistant King County prosecutor. Norm held the him much future success.∑ coach Robin Stephenson. position so long, and did his job so

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.000 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14378 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 well, that it is hard for me to remem- clared by the President under section 401 of By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: ber anyone else who held the job before the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and S. 1536. A bill for the relief of Jose Alberto him. Emergency Assistance Act (FEMA–1699–DR) Martinez Moreno, Micaela Lopez Martinez, and Adilene Martinez; to the Committee on For all of us in public office, Norm by reason of severe storms and tornados be- ginning on May 4, 2007, and determined by the Judiciary. was an icon. For me, despite our party the President to warrant individual or indi- By Ms. LANDRIEU (for herself and differences, he was always a voice of vidual and public assistance from the Fed- Mrs. HUTCHISON): reason and even-handedness. For every- eral Government under such Act. S. 1537. A bill to authorize the transfer of certain funds from the Senate Gift Shop Re- one in King County, we knew that f whatever issue came before him, he volving Fund to the Senate Employee Child MEASURES READ THE FIRST TIME Care Center; considered and passed. would handle it with integrity. By Mr. BIDEN: As an elected official, Norm Maleng The following bills were read the first S.J. Res. 15. A joint resolution to revise was the best role model for all of us. He time: United States policy on Iraq; to the Com- treated everyone equally and fairly. He H.R. 2316. An act to provide more rigorous mittee on Foreign Relations. approached every case and every chal- requirements with respect to disclosure and f enforcement of lobbying laws and regula- lenge with wisdom and dignity. His SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND voice will be missed. For me, he will al- tions, and for other purposes. H.R. 2317. An act to amend the Lobbying SENATE RESOLUTIONS ways be the King County prosecutor.∑ Disclosure Act of 1995 to require registered The following concurrent resolutions f lobbyists to file quarterly reports on con- and Senate resolutions were read, and tributions bundled for certain recipients, and MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT for other purposes. referred (or acted upon), as indicated: By Mr. KERRY: f A message from the President of the S. Con. Res. 34. A concurrent resolution ex- United States was communicated to INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND pressing the sense of Congress that Congress the Senate by Ms. Evans, one of his JOINT RESOLUTIONS and the President should increase basic pay secretaries. for members of the Armed Forces; to the The following bills and joint resolu- Committee on Armed Services. f tions were introduced, read the first f EXECUTIVE MESSAGE REFERRED and second times by unanimous con- sent, and referred as indicated: ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS As in executive session the Presiding By Mr. SCHUMER: S. 394 Officer laid before the Senate a mes- S. 1530. A bill to amend the Consumer At the request of Mr. AKAKA, the sage from the President of the United Credit Protection Act, to protect consumers name of the Senator from Rhode Island States submiffiiig a nomination which from inadequate disclosures and certain abu- (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) was added as a co- was referred to the Committee on sive practices in rent-to-own transactions, sponsor of S. 394, a bill to amend the Armed Services. and for other purposes; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Humane Methods of Livestock Slaugh- (The nomination received today is ter Act of 1958 to ensure the humane printed at the end of the Senate pro- By Mr. REID (for himself, Mr. ALLARD, and Mr. SALAZAR): slaughter of nonambulatory livestock, ceedings.) S. 1531. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- and for other purposes. f enue Code of 1986 to provide incentives and S. 450 extend existing incentives for the production MESSAGE FROM THE HOUSE At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the and use of renewable energy resources, and name of the Senator from Massachu- for other purposes; to the Committee on Fi- At 10:45 a.m., a message from the setts (Mr. KERRY) was added as a co- House of Representatives, delivered by nance. By Mr. ROBERTS (for himself and Mr. sponsor of S. 450, a bill to amend title Ms. Chiappardi, one of its reading BROWNBACK): XVIII of the Social Security Act to re- clerks, announced that the House has S. 1532. A bill to extend tax relief to the peal the medicare outpatient rehabili- agreed to the following bills, in which residents and businesses of an area with re- tation therapy caps. it requests the concurrence of the Sen- spect to which a major disaster has been de- S. 573 ate: clared by the President under section 401 of At the request of Ms. MURKOWSKI, the H.R. 2316. An act to provide more rigorous the Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and name of the Senator from Minnesota Emergency Assistance Act (FEMA–1699–DR) requirements with respect to disclosure and (Mr. COLEMAN) was added as a cospon- enforcement of lobbying laws and regula- by reason of severe storms and tornados be- ginning on May 4, 2007, and determined by sor of S. 573, a bill to amend the Fed- tions, and for other purposes. eral Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act and H.R. 2317. An act to amend the Lobbying the President to warrant individual or indi- Disclosure Act of 1995 to require registered vidual and public assistance from the Fed- the Public Health Service Act to im- lobbyists to file quarterly reports on con- eral Government under such Act; ordered prove the prevention, diagnosis, and tributions bundled for certain recipients, and held at the desk. treatment of heart disease, stroke, and for other purposes. By Mr. VITTER: other cardiovascular diseases in S. 1533. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- women. f enue Code of 1986 to allow certain coins to be acquired by individual retirement accounts S. 625 MEASURES PLACED ON THE and other individually directed pension plan At the request of Mr. KENNEDY, the CALENDAR accounts, and for other purposes; to the name of the Senator from Hawaii (Mr. The following joint resolution was Committee on Finance. INOUYE) was added as a cosponsor of S. read the second time, and placed on the By Mr. BROWNBACK (for himself and 625, a bill to protect the public health Mr. BAYH): by providing the Food and Drug Ad- calendar: S. 1534. A bill to hold the current regime in S.J. Res. 14. Joint resolution expressing ministration with certain authority to Iran accountable for its human rights record regulate tobacco products. the sense of the Senate that Attorney Gen- and to support a transition to democracy in eral Alberto Gonzales no longer holds the Iran; to the Committee on Foreign Rela- S. 638 confidence of the Senate and of the Amer- tions. At the request of Mr. ROBERTS, the ican people. By Mr. LAUTENBERG (for himself and name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. f Mr. SCHUMER): BROWN) was added as a cosponsor of S. S. 1535. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- 638, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- MEASURE HELD AT THE DESK enue Code of 1986 and the Foreign Trade enue Code of 1986 to provide for colle- Zones Act to simplify the tax and eliminate giate housing and infrastructure The following measure was ordered the drawback fee on certain distilled spirits held at the desk by unanimous consent: used in nonbeverage products manufactured grants. S. 1532. An act to extend tax relief to the in a United States foreign trade zone for do- S. 773 residents and businesses of an area with re- mestic use and export; to the Committee on At the request of Mr. WARNER, the spect to which a major disaster has been de- Finance. name of the Senator from Kansas (Mr.

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ROBERTS) was added as a cosponsor of (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) was added as a co- S. RES. 203 S. 773, a bill to amend the Internal sponsor of S. 1375, a bill to ensure that At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the Revenue Code of 1986 to allow Federal new mothers and their families are name of the Senator from Rhode Island civilian and military retirees to pay educated about postpartum depression, (Mr. WHITEHOUSE) was added as a co- health insurance premiums on a pretax screened for symptoms, and provided sponsor of S. Res. 203, a resolution call- basis and to allow a deduction for with essential services, and to increase ing on the Government of the People’s TRICARE supplemental premiums. research at the National Institutes of Republic of China to use its unique in- S. 805 Health on postpartum depression. fluence and economic leverage to stop At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the S. 1382 genocide and violence in Darfur, name of the Senator from Pennsyl- At the request of Mr. REID, the name Sudan. vania (Mr. SPECTER) was added as a co- of the Senator from North Dakota (Mr. f sponsor of S. 805, a bill to amend the CONRAD) was added as a cosponsor of S. 1382, a bill to amend the Public Health STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED Foreign Assistance Act of 1961 to assist BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS countries in sub-Saharan Africa in the Service Act to provide the establish- effort to achieve internationally recog- ment of an Amyotrophic Lateral Scle- By Mr. REID (for himself, Mr. nized goals in the treatment and pre- rosis Registry. ALLARD, and Mr. SALAZAR): vention of HIV/AIDS and other major S. 1428 S. 1531. A bill to amend the Internal diseases and the reduction of maternal At the request of Mr. HATCH, the Revenue Code of 1986 to provide incen- and child mortality by improving name of the Senator from Pennsyl- tives and extend existing incentives for human health care capacity and im- vania (Mr. SPECTER) was added as a co- the production and use of renewable proving retention of medical health sponsor of S. 1428, a bill to amend part energy resources, and for other pur- professionals in sub-Saharan Africa, B of title XVIII of the Social Security poses; to the Committee on Finance. and for other purposes. Act to assure access to durable medical Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- S. 932 equipment under the Medicare pro- sent that the text of the bill be printed in the RECORD. At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the gram. name of the Senator from Massachu- S. 1492 There being no objection, the text of the bill was ordered to be printed in setts (Mr. KERRY) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. INOUYE, the sponsor of S. 932, a bill to amend title names of the Senator from Florida (Mr. the RECORD, as follows: XVIII of the Social Security Act to au- NELSON) and the Senator from Illinois S. 1531 thorize physical therapists to evaluate (Mr. OBAMA) were added as cosponsors Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- and treat Medicare beneficiaries with- of S. 1492, a bill to improve the quality resentatives of the United States of America in out a requirement for a physician re- of federal and state data regarding the Congress assembled, ferral, and for other purposes. availability and quality of broadband SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; REFERENCES, TABLE services and to promote the deploy- OF CONTENTS. S. 1042 ment of affordable broadband services (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as At the request of Mr. ENZI, the name to all parts of the Nation. the ‘‘Clean Renewable Energy and Economic of the Senator from Minnesota (Ms. Development Incentives Act of 2007’’. S. 1494 KLOBUCHAR) was added as a cosponsor (b) AMENDMENT OF 1986 CODE.—Except as of S. 1042, a bill to amend the Public At the request of Mr. DORGAN, the otherwise expressly provided, whenever in Health Service Act to make the provi- name of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. this title an amendment or repeal is ex- pressed in terms of an amendment to, or re- sion of technical services for medical REID) was added as a cosponsor of S. 1494, a bill to amend the Public Health peal of, a section or other provision, the ref- imaging examinations and radiation Service Act to reauthorize the special erence shall be considered to be made to a therapy treatments safer, more accu- diabetes programs for Type I diabetes section or other provision of the Internal rate, and less costly. and Indians under that Act. Revenue Code of 1986. S. 1224 (c) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- S. 1495 At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, tents of this Act is as follows: At the request of Mr. INOUYE, the the names of the Senator from Con- Sec. 1. Short title; references, table of con- name of the Senator from Washington necticut (Mr. LIEBERMAN) and the Sen- tents. (Ms. CANTWELL) was added as a cospon- ator from Florida (Mr. NELSON) were TITLE I—TAX INCENTIVES FOR ENERGY sor of S. 1495, a bill to amend the Inter- CONSERVATION AND EXPLORATION added as cosponsors of S. 1224, a bill to nal Revenue Code of 1986 to modify the amend title XXI of the Social Security Sec. 101. Extension of renewable electricity application of the tonnage tax on ves- production credit. Act to reauthorize the State Children’s sels operating in the dual United Health Insurance Program, and for Sec. 102. Extension and modification of States domestic and foreign trades, and clean renewable energy bond other purposes. for other purposes. credit. S. 1337 S. 1502 Sec. 103. Water conservation, reuse and effi- At the request of Mr. KERRY, the At the request of Mr. CONRAD, the ciency bonds. name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. names of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. Sec. 104. Credit for geothermal exploration DURBIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. expenditures. HARKIN) and the Senator from Min- Sec. 105. Credit for wind energy systems. 1337, a bill to amend title XXI of the nesota (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) were added as Social Security Act to provide for Sec. 106. Extension and modification of new cosponsors of S. 1502, a bill to amend energy efficient home credit. equal coverage of mental health serv- the Food Security Act of 1985 to en- Sec. 107. Investment tax credit for advanced ices under the State Children’s Health courage owners and operators of pri- battery production. Insurance Program. vately-held farm, ranch, and forest Sec. 108. Qualified renewable school energy S. 1338 land to voluntarily make their land bonds. At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, available for access by the public under Sec. 109. Treatment of bonds issued to fi- the name of the Senator from Pennsyl- nance renewable energy re- programs administered by States and source facilities. vania (Mr. SPECTER) was added as a co- tribal governments. sponsor of S. 1338, a bill to amend title TITLE II—INVESTMENT TAX CREDIT S. 1518 WITH RESPECT TO SOLAR ENERGY XVIII of the Social Security Act to At the request of Mr. REED, the name PROPERTY AND MANUFACTURING provide for a two-year moratorium on of the Senator from Connecticut (Mr. Subtitle A—Solar Energy Property certain Medicare physician payment LIEBERMAN) was added as a cosponsor reductions for imaging services. Sec. 201. Energy credit with respect to solar of S. 1518, a bill to amend the McKin- energy property. S. 1375 ney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act to Sec. 202. Repeal of exclusion for solar and At the request of Mr. MENENDEZ, the reauthorize the Act, and for other pur- geothermal public utility prop- name of the Senator from Rhode Island poses. erty under energy credit.

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Permanent extension and modifica- type and location of the project that is the (a) for any taxable year shall not exceed the tion of credit for residential en- subject of such application, and the amount excess of— ergy efficient property. of the allocation under subsection (f) for ‘‘(1) the sum of the regular tax liability (as Sec. 204. 3-year accelerated depreciation pe- such project in the event the project receives defined in section 26(b)) plus the tax imposed riod for solar energy property. such an allocation.’’. by section 55, over, Subtitle B—Promotion of Solar (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ‘‘(2) the sum of the credits allowable under Manufacturing in the United States made by this subsection shall apply to appli- this part (other than subpart C, section cations for allocations made after the date of 1400N(l), and this section). Sec. 211. Solar manufacturing credit. the enactment of this Act. ‘‘(d) WATER CONSERVATION, REUSE AND EF- TITLE I—TAX INCENTIVES FOR ENERGY (e) EFFECTIVE DATE.—Except as otherwise FICIENCY BOND.—For purposes of this sec- CONSERVATION AND EXPLORATION provided, the amendments made by this sec- tion— SEC. 101. EXTENSION OF RENEWABLE ELEC- tion shall apply to bonds issued after Decem- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘water con- TRICITY PRODUCTION CREDIT. ber 31, 2007. servation, reuse and efficiency bond’ means (a) IN GENERAL.—Paragraphs (1), (2), (3), SEC. 103. WATER CONSERVATION, REUSE AND EF- any bond issued as part of an issue if— (4), (5), (6), (7), and (9) of section 45(d) (relat- FICIENCY BONDS. ‘‘(A) the bond is issued by a qualified issuer ing to qualified facilities) are amended by (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart H of part IV of pursuant to an allocation by the Secretary striking ‘‘January 1, 2009’’ each place it ap- subchapter A of chapter 1 (relating to credits to such issuer of a portion of the national pears and inserting ‘‘January 1, 2019’’. against tax) is amended by adding at the end water conservation, reuse and efficiency (b) DEEMED PLACED-IN-SERVICE DATE FOR the following new section: bond limitation under subsection (f)(2), RENEWABLE ELECTRICITY FACILITIES.—Sec- ‘‘SEC. 54A. CREDIT TO HOLDERS OF WATER CON- ‘‘(B) 95 percent or more of the proceeds of tion 45(e) (relating to definitions and special SERVATION, REUSE AND EFFI- such issue are to be used for capital expendi- rules) is amended by adding at the end the CIENCY BONDS. tures incurred by qualified borrowers for 1 or following new paragraph: ‘‘(a) ALLOWANCE OF CREDIT.—If a taxpayer more qualified projects, ‘‘(12) DEEMED PLACED-IN-SERVICE DATE FOR holds a water conservation, reuse and effi- ‘‘(C) the qualified issuer designates such CERTAIN FACILITIES.— ciency bond on 1 or more credit allowance bond for purposes of this section and the ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In the case of any facil- dates of the bond occurring during any tax- bond is in registered form, and ity described in paragraph (1), (2), (3), (4) (re- able year, there shall be allowed as a credit ‘‘(D) the issue meets the requirements of spect to geothermal energy), (5), (6), (7), or against the tax imposed by this chapter for subsection (h). (9), for purposes of such paragraph, such fa- the taxable year an amount equal to the sum ‘‘(2) QUALIFIED PROJECT; SPECIAL USE cility shall be treated as being placed in of the credits determined under subsection RULES.— service before January 1, 2019, if such facility (b) with respect to such dates. ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘qualified is under construction before such date and is ‘‘(b) AMOUNT OF CREDIT.— project’ means any rural water supply producing and selling electricity within 2 ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The amount of the credit project (as defined in section 102(9) of the years after such date. determined under this subsection with re- Rural Water Supply Act of 2006), owned by a ‘‘(B) PERIOD OF CREDIT.—If a facility is spect to any credit allowance date for a qualified borrower, and which may include treated as placed in service pursuant to sub- water conservation, reuse and efficiency preparation and implementation of water paragraph (A), the 10-year period referred to bond is 25 percent of the annual credit deter- conservation plans, development and deploy- in subsection (a) shall be treated as begin- mined with respect to such bond. ment of water efficient products and proc- ning on January 1, 2019.’’. ‘‘(2) ANNUAL CREDIT.—The annual credit de- esses, and xeriscaping projects consistent (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments termined with respect to any water con- with that section. made by this section shall take effect on the servation, reuse and efficiency bond is the ‘‘(B) REFINANCING RULES.—For purposes of date of the enactment of this Act. product of— paragraph (1)(B), a qualified project may be SEC. 102. EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF ‘‘(A) the credit rate determined by the Sec- refinanced with proceeds of a water con- CLEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY BOND retary under paragraph (3) for the day on servation, reuse and efficiency bond only if CREDIT. which such bond was sold, multiplied by the indebtedness being refinanced (including (a) EXTENSION.—Subsection 54(m) (relating ‘‘(B) the outstanding face amount of the any obligation directly or indirectly refi- to termination) is amended by striking bond. nanced by such indebtedness) was originally ‘‘2008’’ and inserting ‘‘2018’’. ‘‘(3) DETERMINATION.—For purposes of para- incurred by a qualified borrower after the (b) ANNUAL VOLUME CAP FOR BONDS ISSUED graph (2), with respect to any water con- date of the enactment of this section. DURING EXTENSION PERIOD.—Paragraph (1) of servation, reuse and efficiency bond, the Sec- ‘‘(C) REIMBURSEMENT.—For purposes of subsection 54(f) (relating to national limita- retary shall determine daily or cause to be paragraph (1)(B), a water conservation, reuse tion) is amended to read as follows: determined daily a credit rate which shall and efficiency bond may be issued to reim- ‘‘NATIONAL LIMITATION.— apply to the first day on which there is a burse a qualified borrower for amounts paid ‘‘(A) INITIAL NATIONAL LIMITATION.—With binding, written contract for the sale or ex- after the date of the enactment of this sec- respect to bonds issued after December 31, change of the bond. The credit rate for any tion with respect to a qualified project, but 2005, and before January 1, 2009, there is a na- day is the credit rate which the Secretary or only if— tional clean renewable energy bond limita- the Secretary’s designee estimates will per- ‘‘(i) prior to the payment of the original tion of $1,200,000,000. mit the issuance of water conservation, expenditure, the qualified borrower declared ‘‘(B) ANNUAL NATIONAL LIMITATION.—With reuse and efficiency bonds with a specified its intent to reimburse such expenditure respect to bonds issued after December 31, maturity or redemption date without dis- with the proceeds of a water conservation, 2008, and before January 1, 2019, there is a na- count and without interest cost to the quali- reuse and efficiency bond, tional clean renewable energy bond limita- fied issuer. ‘‘(ii) not later than 60 days after payment tion for each calendar year of $1,000,000,000.’’. ‘‘(4) CREDIT ALLOWANCE DATE.—For pur- of the original expenditure, the qualified (c) ALLOCATION BY SECRETARY.—Paragraph poses of this section, the term ‘credit allow- issuer adopts an official intent to reimburse (2) of subsection 54(f) (relating to allocation ance date’ means— the original expenditure with such proceeds, by Secretary) is amended by striking ‘‘, ex- ‘‘(A) March 15, and cept that the Secretary’’ and inserting ‘‘, ex- ‘‘(B) June 15, ‘‘(iii) the reimbursement is made not later cept that, in the case of bonds issued under ‘‘(C) September 15, and than 18 months after the date the original paragraph (1)(A), the Secretary’’. ‘‘(D) December 15. expenditure is paid. (d) PUBLICITY REGARDING ALLOCATION OF Such term also includes the last day on ‘‘(D) TREATMENT OF CHANGES IN USE.—For CLEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY BONDS.— which the bond is outstanding. purposes of paragraph (1)(B), the proceeds of (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 54 is amended by ‘‘(5) SPECIAL RULE FOR ISSUANCE AND RE- an issue shall not be treated as used for a redesignating subsection (m) as subsection DEMPTION.—In the case of a bond which is qualified project to the extent that a quali- (n) and by inserting after subsection (l) the issued during the 3-month period ending on a fied borrower or qualified issuer takes any following new subsection: credit allowance date, the amount of the action within its control which causes such ‘‘(m) PUBLICITY REGARDING ALLOCATION OF credit determined under this subsection with proceeds not to be used for a qualified CLEAN RENEWABLE ENERGY BONDS.—The Sec- respect to such credit allowance date shall project. The Secretary shall prescribe regu- retary shall prepare a report not later than be a ratable portion of the credit otherwise lations specifying remedial actions that may 1 year after each allocation under subsection determined based on the portion of the 3- be taken (including conditions to taking (f) to Congress, and make such report pub- month period during which the bond is out- such remedial actions) to prevent an action licly available, which with respect to such standing. A similar rule shall apply when the described in the preceding sentence from allocation identifies the name of each appli- bond is redeemed or matures. causing a bond to fail to be a water conserva- cant for such allocation, the name of the ‘‘(c) LIMITATION BASED ON AMOUNT OF tion, reuse and efficiency bond. borrower (if other than the applicant), the TAX.—The credit allowed under subsection ‘‘(e) MATURITY LIMITATIONS.—

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‘‘(1) DURATION OF TERM.—A bond shall not 5-year period beginning on the date of bond unless it is part of an issue which pro- be treated as a water conservation, reuse and issuance (or if an extension has been ob- vides for an equal amount of principal to be efficiency bond if the maturity of such bond tained under paragraph (2), by the close of paid by the qualified issuer during each cal- exceeds the maximum term determined by the extended period), the qualified issuer endar year that the issue is outstanding. the Secretary under paragraph (2) with re- shall redeem all of the nonqualified bonds ‘‘(6) REPORTING.—Issuers of water con- spect to such bond. within 90 days after the end of such period. servation, reuse and efficiency bonds shall ‘‘(2) MAXIMUM TERM.—During each calendar For purposes of this paragraph, the amount submit reports similar to the reports re- month, the Secretary shall determine the of the nonqualified bonds required to be re- quired under section 149(e). maximum term permitted under this para- deemed shall be determined in the same ‘‘(m) TERMINATION.—This section shall not graph for bonds issued during the following manner as under section 142. apply with respect to any bond issued after calendar month. Such maximum term shall ‘‘(i) SPECIAL RULES RELATING TO ARBI- the tenth calendar year beginning after the be the term which the Secretary estimates TRAGE.—A bond which is part of an issue date of the enactment of this section.’’. will result in the present value of the obliga- shall not be treated as a water conservation, (b) REPORTING.—Subsection (d) of section tion to repay the principal on the bond being reuse and efficiency bond unless, with re- 6049 (relating to returns regarding payments equal to 50 percent of the face amount of spect to the issue of which the bond is a part, of interest) is amended by adding at the end such bond. Such present value shall be deter- the qualified issuer satisfies the arbitrage re- the following new paragraph: mined without regard to the requirements of quirements of section 148 with respect to ‘‘(9) REPORTING OF CREDIT ON WATER CON- subsection (l)(6) and using as a discount rate proceeds of the issue. SERVATION, REUSE AND EFFICIENCY BONDS.— the average annual interest rate of tax-ex- ‘‘(j) MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT; QUALIFIED ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of sub- empt obligations having a term of 10 years or WATER SYSTEMS TAX CREDIT BOND LENDER; section (a), the term ‘interest’ includes more which are issued during the month. If GOVERNMENTAL BODY; QUALIFIED BOR- amounts includible in gross income under the term as so determined is not a multiple ROWER.—For purposes of this section— section 54A(g) and such amounts shall be of a whole year, such term shall be rounded ‘‘(1) MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT.—The term treated as paid on the credit allowance date to the next highest whole year. ‘municipal water district’ shall mean a non- (as defined in section 54A(b)(4)). ‘‘(f) LIMITATION ON AMOUNT OF BONDS DES- profit private or public entity operated for ‘‘(B) REPORTING TO CORPORATIONS, ETC.— IGNATED.— the purpose of implementing rural water Except as otherwise provided in regulations, ‘‘(1) NATIONAL LIMITATION.—There is a na- supply projects (as defined in section 102(9) of in the case of any interest described in sub- tional water conservation, reuse and effi- the Rural Water Supply Act of 2006). paragraph (A), subsection (b)(4) shall be ap- ciency bond limitation of $500,000,000 for each ‘‘(2) QUALIFIED WATER SYSTEMS BOND LEND- plied without regard to subparagraphs (A), of the 10 calendar years beginning after the ER.—The term ‘qualified water systems bond (H), (I), (J), (K), and (L)(i) of such subsection. date of enactment of this section. lender’ means a lender which is a municipal ‘‘(C) REGULATORY AUTHORITY.—The Sec- ‘‘(2) ALLOCATION BY SECRETARY.—The Sec- water district or a public water system retary may prescribe such regulations as are retary shall allocate the amount described in which is owned by a governmental body, and necessary or appropriate to carry out the paragraph (1) among qualified projects in shall include any affiliated entity which is purposes of this paragraph, including regula- such manner as the Secretary determines ap- controlled by such lender. tions which require more frequent or more propriate, except that the Secretary shall al- ‘‘(3) GOVERNMENTAL BODY.—The term ‘gov- detailed reporting.’’. locate the bond limitation for the financing ernmental body’ means any State, territory, (c) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—The table of of qualified projects in as geographically di- or possession of the United States, the Dis- sections for subpart H of part IV of sub- verse a manner as practicable. trict of Columbia, Indian tribal government, chapter A of chapter 1 is amended by adding ‘‘(g) CREDIT INCLUDED IN GROSS INCOME.— and any political subdivision thereof. at the end the following new item: Gross income includes the amount of the ‘‘(4) QUALIFIED ISSUER.—The term ‘quali- Sec. 54A. Credit to holders of water con- credit allowed to the taxpayer under this fied issuer’ means— servation, reuse and efficiency section (determined without regard to sub- ‘‘(A) a qualified water systems bond lender, bonds. section (c)), and the amount so included ‘‘(B) a municipal water district, or (d) ISSUANCE OF REGULATIONS.—The Sec- shall be treated as interest income. ‘‘(C) a governmental body. retary of the Treasury shall issue regula- ‘‘(h) SPECIAL RULES RELATING TO EXPENDI- ‘‘(5) QUALIFIED BORROWER.—The term tions required under section 54A (as added by TURES.— ‘qualified borrower’ means— this section) not later than 120 days after the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—An issue shall be treated ‘‘(A) a municipal water district, or date of the enactment of this Act. as meeting the requirements of this sub- ‘‘(B) a governmental body. (e) REPORT ON USE OF BOND AUTHORITY.— section if, as of the date of issuance, the ‘‘(k) SPECIAL RULES RELATING TO POOL On April 1, 2008, and annually thereafter, the qualified issuer reasonably expects— BONDS.—No portion of a pooled financing Secretary of Treasury shall submit a report ‘‘(A) at least 95 percent of the proceeds of bond may be allocable to any loan unless the to Congress including the number of applica- such issue are to be spent for 1 or more borrower has entered into a written loan tions for bonding authority received, granted qualified projects within the 5-year period commitment for such portion prior to the and identifying the purposes and expected ef- beginning on the date of issuance of the issue date of such issue. fects of projects supported by the bonding water conservation, reuse and efficiency ‘‘(l) OTHER DEFINITIONS AND SPECIAL authority in the previous calendar year. bond, RULES.—For purposes of this section— (f) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ‘‘(B) a binding commitment with a 3rd ‘‘(1) BOND.—The term ‘bond’ includes any made by this section shall apply to bonds party to spend at least 10 percent of the pro- obligation. issued after December 31, 2007. ceeds of such issue will be incurred within ‘‘(2) POOLED FINANCING BOND.—The term SEC. 104. CREDIT FOR GEOTHERMAL EXPLO- the 6-month period beginning on the date of ‘pooled financing bond’ shall have the mean- RATION EXPENDITURES. issuance of the water conservation, reuse ing given such term by section 149(f)(4)(A). (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart D of part IV of and efficiency bond or, in the case of a water ‘‘(3) PARTNERSHIP; S CORPORATION; AND subchapter A of chapter 1 (relating to busi- conservation, reuse and efficiency bond the OTHER PASS-THRU ENTITIES.— ness related credits) is amended by adding at proceeds of which are to be loaned to 2 or ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Under regulations pre- the end the following new section: more qualified borrowers, such binding com- scribed by the Secretary, in the case of a ‘‘SEC. 45O. CREDIT FOR GEOTHERMAL EXPLO- mitment will be incurred within the 6-month partnership, trusts corporation, or other RATION EXPENDITURES. period beginning on the date of the loan of pass-thru entity, rules similar to the rules of ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of section such proceeds to a qualified borrower, and section 41(g) shall apply with respect to the 38, the geothermal exploration expenditures ‘‘(C) such projects will be completed with credit allowable under subsection (a). credit for any taxable year is an amount due diligence and the proceeds of such issue ‘‘(B) NO BASIS ADJUSTMENT.—In the case of equal to 10 percent of the qualifying geo- will be spent with due diligence. a bond held by a partnership or and corpora- thermal exploration expenditures paid or in- ‘‘(2) EXTENSION OF PERIOD.—Upon submis- tion, rules similar to the rules under section curred by the taxpayer during such taxable sion of a request prior to the expiration of 1397E(i) shall apply. year. the period described in paragraph (1)(A), the ‘‘(4) BONDS HELD BY REGULATED INVESTMENT ‘‘(b) QUALIFYING GEOTHERMAL EXPLORATION Secretary may extend such period if the COMPANIES.—If any water conservation, reuse EXPENDITURES.—For purposes of this sec- qualified issuer establishes that the failure and efficiency bond is held by a regulated in- tion— to satisfy the 5-year requirement is due to vestment company, the credit determined ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘qualifying reasonable cause and the related projects under subsection (a) shall be allowed to geothermal exploration expenditures’ means will continue to proceed with due diligence. shareholders of such company under proce- expenditures for drilling exploratory wells ‘‘(3) FAILURE TO SPEND REQUIRED AMOUNT OF dures prescribed by the Secretary. for geothermal deposits (as defined by sec- BOND PROCEEDS WITHIN 5 YEARS.—To the ex- ‘‘(5) RATABLE PRINCIPAL AMORTIZATION RE- tion 613(e)(2)). tent that less than 95 percent of the proceeds QUIRED.—A bond shall not be treated as a ‘‘(2) EXCEPTION.—Such term shall not in- of such issue are expended by the close of the water conservation, reuse and efficiency clude expenditures for any equipment used

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EXTENSION AND MODIFICATION OF termined with respect to any qualified re- tion or credit (other than under section 45) NEW ENERGY EFFICIENT HOME newable school energy bond is the product shall be allowed under this subtitle with re- CREDIT. of— spect to any expenditures for which a credit (a) EXTENSION.—Subsection (g) of section ‘‘(A) the credit rate determined by the Sec- is allowed under this section.’’. 45L (relating to termination) is amended by retary under paragraph (3) for the day on (b) CREDIT MADE PART OF GENERAL BUSI- striking ‘‘2008’’ and inserting ‘‘2013’’. which such bond was sold, multiplied by NESS CREDIT.—Section 38(b) (relating to cur- (b) INCREASE OF CREDIT.—Paragraph (2) of ‘‘(B) the outstanding face amount of the rent year business credit) is amended by subsection 45L(a) (relating to applicable bond. striking ‘‘plus’’ at the end of paragraph (30), amount) is amended to read as follows: ‘‘(3) DETERMINATION.—For purposes of para- by striking the period at the end of para- ‘‘(2) APPLICABLE AMOUNT.—For purposes of graph (2), with respect to any qualified re- graph (31) and inserting ‘‘, plus’’, and by add- paragraph (1), the applicable amount is an newable school energy bond, the Secretary ing at the end the following new paragraph: amount equal to, in the case of a dwelling shall determine daily or cause to be deter- ‘‘(32) the geothermal exploration expendi- unit described in— mined daily a credit rate which shall apply tures credit determined under section ‘‘(A) subsection (c)(1), $4,000, to the first day on which there is a binding, 45O(a).’’. ‘‘(B) subsection (c)(2), $2,000, and written contract for the sale or exchange of (c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of ‘‘(C) subsection (c)(3), $1,000.’’. the bond. The credit rate for any day is the sections for subpart D of part IV of sub- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments credit rate which the Secretary or the Sec- chapter A of chapter 1 is amended by insert- made by this section shall apply to qualified retary’s designee estimates will permit the ing after the item relating to section 45N the new energy efficient homes acquired after issuance of qualified renewable school en- following new item: the date of the enactment of this Act, in tax- ergy bonds with a specified maturity or re- ‘‘Sec. 45O. Credit for geothermal exploration able years ending after such date. demption date without discount and without expenditures.’’. SEC. 107. INVESTMENT TAX CREDIT FOR AD- interest cost to the qualified issuer. (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments VANCED BATTERY PRODUCTION. ‘‘(4) CREDIT ALLOWANCE DATE.—For pur- made by this section shall apply to expendi- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 48(a)(3)(A) is poses of this section, the term ‘credit allow- tures made in taxable years beginning after amended— ance date’ means— the date of the enactment of this Act. (1) by striking ‘‘or’’ at the end of clause ‘‘(A) March 15, SEC. 105. CREDIT FOR WIND ENERGY SYSTEMS. (iii), ‘‘(B) June 15, (a) RESIDENTIAL.— (2) by inserting ‘‘or’’ at the end of clause ‘‘(C) September 15, and (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 25D(a) is amended (iv), and ‘‘(D) December 15. by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of paragraph (3) by inserting after clause (iv) the fol- Such term also includes the last day on (2), by striking the period at the end of para- lowing new clause: which the bond is outstanding. graph (3) and inserting ‘‘, and’’, and by add- ‘‘(v) equipment used to produce at least 75 ‘‘(5) SPECIAL RULE FOR ISSUANCE AND RE- ing at the end the following new paragraph: percent of any advanced battery and related DEMPTION.—In the case of a bond which is ‘‘(4) 30 percent of the qualified small wind power electronics intended for use in— issued during the 3-month period ending on a energy property expenditures made by the ‘‘(I) any qualified electric vehicle (as de- credit allowance date, the amount of the taxpayer during such year.’’. fined in section 30(c)(1)(A)) or new qualified credit determined under this subsection with (2) LIMITATION.—Section 25D(b)(1) is hybrid motor vehicle (as defined in section respect to such credit allowance date shall amended by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of sub- 30B(d)(3)(A), without regard to clauses (v) be a ratable portion of the credit otherwise paragraph (B), by striking the period at the and (vi) thereof), or determined based on the portion of the 3- end of subparagraph (A) and inserting ‘‘, ‘‘(II) any grid-enabled or distributed resi- month period during which the bond is out- and’’, and by adding at the end the following dential or small commercial application,’’. standing. A similar rule shall apply when the new subparagraph: (b) RATE OF ENERGY PERCENTAGE.—Section bond is redeemed or matures. ‘‘(D) $500 with respect to each half kilowatt 48(a)(2)(A) is amended— ‘‘(c) LIMITATION BASED ON AMOUNT OF of capacity (not to exceed $5,000) of quali- (1) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of clause TAX.—The credit allowed under subsection fying wind turbines for which qualified small (i)(III), (a) for any taxable year shall not exceed the wind energy property expenditures are (2) by striking ‘‘clause (i)’’ in clause (ii) excess of— made.’’. and inserting ‘‘clause (i) or clause (ii)’’, ‘‘(1) the sum of the regular tax liability (as (3) QUALIFIED SMALL WIND ENERGY PROP- (3) by redesignating clause (ii) as clause defined in section 26(b)) plus the tax imposed ERTY EXPENDITURES.—Section 25D(d) is (iii), and by section 55, over amended by adding at the end the following (4) by inserting after clause (i) the fol- ‘‘(2) the sum of the credits allowable under new paragraph: lowing new clause: part IV of subchapter A (other than subpart ‘‘(4) QUALIFIED SMALL WIND ENERGY PROP- ‘‘(ii) 20 percent in the case of energy prop- C thereof, relating to refundable credits, sub- ERTY EXPENDITURE.— erty described in paragraph (3)(A)(v), and’’. part H thereof, section 1400N(l), and this sec- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘qualified wind (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments tion). energy property expenditure’ means an ex- made by this section shall apply to property ‘‘(d) QUALIFIED RENEWABLE SCHOOL ENERGY penditure for property which uses a quali- placed in service after the date of the enact- BOND.—For purposes of this section— fying wind turbine to generate electricity for ment of this Act. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘renewable use in connection with a dwelling unit lo- SEC. 108. QUALIFIED RENEWABLE SCHOOL EN- school energy bond’ means any bond issued cated in the United States and used as a resi- ERGY BONDS. as part of an issue if— dence by the taxpayer. (a) IN GENERAL.—Subchapter U of chapter 1 ‘‘(A) 95 percent or more of the proceeds of ‘‘(B) QUALIFYING WIND TURBINE.—The term (relating to incentives for education zones) such issue are to be used for a qualified pur- ‘qualifying wind turbine’ means a wind tur- is amended by redesignating section 1397F as pose with respect to a qualified school oper- bine of 100 kilowatts of rated capacity or less section 1397G and by adding at the end of ated by an eligible local education agency, which meets the latest performance rating part IV of such subchapter the following new ‘‘(B) the bond is issued by a State or local standards published by the American Wind section: government of an eligible State within the Energy Association and which is used to gen- ‘‘SEC. 1397F. QUALIFIED RENEWABLE SCHOOL jurisdiction of which such school is located, erate electricity and carries at least a 5-year ENERGY BONDS. ‘‘(C) the issuer— limited warranty covering defects in design, ‘‘(a) ALLOWANCE OF CREDIT.—If a taxpayer ‘‘(i) designates such bond for purposes of material, or workmanship, and, for property holds a qualified renewable school energy this section, and that is not installed by the taxpayer, at least bond on 1 or more credit allowance dates of ‘‘(ii) certifies that it has the written ap- a 5-year limited warranty covering defects in the bond occurring during any taxable year, proval of the eligible local education agency installation.’’. there shall be allowed as a credit against the for such bond issuance, and (b) BUSINESS.—Section 48(a)(3)(A) (defining tax imposed by this chapter for the taxable ‘‘(D) the term of each bond which is part of energy property) is amended by striking year an amount equal to the sum of the cred- such issue is 20 years.

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‘‘(2) QUALIFIED SCHOOL.—The term ‘quali- ‘‘(f) OTHER DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of ‘‘(E) solar energy, fied school’ means any public school or pub- this section— ‘‘(F) land fill gas derived from the bio- lic school system administrative building ‘‘(1) BOND.—The term ‘bond’ includes any degradation of municipal solid waste (as de- which is owned by or operated by an eligible obligation. fined in section 45(c)(6), local education agency. ‘‘(2) STATE.—The term ‘State’ includes the ‘‘(G) incremental hydropower production ‘‘(3) ELIGIBLE LOCAL EDUCATION AGENCY.— District of Columbia and any possession of (as determined under section 45(c)(8)(B), or The term ‘eligible local education agency’ the United States. ‘‘(H) ocean energy. means any local educational agency as de- ‘‘(g) CREDIT INCLUDED IN GROSS INCOME.— ‘‘(2) OCEAN ENERGY.—The term ‘ocean en- fined in section 9101 of the Elementary and Gross income includes the amount of the ergy’ includes current, wave, tidal, and ther- Secondary Education Act of 1965. credit allowed to the taxpayer under this mal energy.’’. ‘‘(4) ELIGIBLE STATE.—The term ‘eligible section (determined without regard to sub- (c) COORDINATION WITH SECTION 45.—Sec- State’ means, with respect to any calendar section (c)). tion 45(b)(3) is amended by adding at the end year, any State described in one of the fol- ‘‘(h) CREDITS MAY BE STRIPPED.—Under the following new sentence: ‘‘For purposes of lowing: regulations prescribed by the Secretary— this paragraph, proceeds of an issue used to ‘‘(A) The 5 States within Region 4 of the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—There may be a separa- provide financing for any qualified facility United States Census with the greatest per- tion (including at issuance) of the ownership by reason of section 142(a)(16) shall not be centage population growth change between of a qualified renewable school energy bond taken into account under subparagraph 2000 and 2006 as determined under the Cumu- and the entitlement to the credit under this (A)(ii).’’. (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments lative Estimates of Population Change for section with respect to such bond. In case of made by this section shall apply with respect the United States and States, and for Puerto any such separation, the credit under this to bonds issued on or after the date of the en- section shall be allowed to the person which, Rico—April 1, 2000 to July 1, 2006, by the Bu- actment of this Act. reau of the Census. on the credit allowance date, holds the in- ‘‘(B) The State with a total percentage strument evidencing the entitlement to the TITLE II—INVESTMENT TAX CREDIT WITH population growth change between 2000 and credit and not to the holder of the bond. RESPECT TO SOLAR ENERGY PROPERTY 2006 greater than 4.5 percent but less than 5.0 ‘‘(2) CERTAIN RULES TO APPLY.—In the case AND MANUFACTURING percent and a total population 19 years of of a separation described in paragraph (1), Subtitle A—Solar Energy Property age and younger which is greater than 200,000 the rules of section 1286 shall apply to the SEC. 201. ENERGY CREDIT WITH RESPECT TO but less than 250,000 as determined under qualified renewable school energy bond as if SOLAR ENERGY PROPERTY. such Cumulative Estimates and the 2005 it were a stripped bond and to the credit (a) PERMANENT EXTENSION OF CREDIT FOR American Community Survey by the Bureau under this section as if it were a stripped SOLAR ENERGY PROPERTY.—Paragraphs of the Census. coupon. (2)(A)(i)(II) and (3)(A)(ii) of section 48(a) (re- ‘‘(5) QUALIFIED PURPOSE.—The term ‘quali- ‘‘(i) CREDIT TREATED AS NONREFUNDABLE lating to the energy credit) are each amend- fied purpose’ means, with respect to any BONDHOLDER CREDIT.—For purposes of this ed by striking ‘‘but only with respect to peri- qualified school, the purchase and installa- title, the credit allowed by this section shall ods ending before January 1, 2009’’. (b) ENERGY PROPERTY TO INCLUDE EXCESS tion of renewable energy products. be treated as a credit allowable under sub- part H of part IV of subchapter A of this ENERGY STORAGE DEVICE.—Clause (i) of sec- ‘‘(e) LIMITATION ON AMOUNT OF BONDS DES- tion 48(a)(3)(A) (relating to energy property) chapter. IGNATED.— is amended to read as follows: ‘‘(j) SPECIAL RULES.—For purposes of this ‘‘(i) equipment which uses solar energy to ‘‘(1) NATIONAL LIMITATION.—There is a na- section, rules similar to the rules under generate electricity, to heat or cool (or pro- tional renewable school energy bond limita- paragraphs (3) and (4) of section 54(l) shall vide hot water for use in) a structure, or to tion for each calendar year. Such limitation apply.’’. is $50,000,000 for 2008, $100,000,000 for 2009, provide solar process heat, or advanced en- (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—The table ergy storage systems installed as an inte- $150,000,000 for 2010, and, except as provided of sections for part V of such subchapter is grated component of the foregoing, except- in paragraph (4), zero thereafter. amended by redesignating section 1397F as ing property used to generate energy for pur- ‘‘(2) ALLOCATION OF LIMITATION.—The na- section 1397G and by adding at the end of the poses of heating a swimming pool,’’. tional renewable school energy bond limita- table of sections for part IV of such sub- (c) ADDITIONAL MODIFICATIONS.— tion for a calendar year shall be allocated by chapter the following new item: the Secretary— (1) SOLAR ELECTRIC ENERGY PROPERTY CRED- ‘‘(A) among the eligible States described in ‘‘Sec. 1397F. Credit for holders of qualified IT DETERMINED SOLELY BY KILOWATT CAPAC- subsection (d)(4)(A), 30 percent to the State renewable school energy ITY.— with the greatest percentage population bonds.’’. (A) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (a) of section growth, 20 percent to each of second and (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments 48 (relating to the energy credit) is amended third ranked States, and 10 percent to each made by this section shall apply to bonds by redesignating paragraph (4) as paragraph of the fourth and fifth ranked States, and issued after December 31, 2007. (5) and by inserting after paragraph (3) the ‘‘(B) to the State described in subsection SEC. 109. TREATMENT OF BONDS ISSUED TO FI- following new paragraph: (d)(4)(B), 10 percent. NANCE RENEWABLE ENERGY RE- ‘‘(4) SPECIAL RULE FOR ENERGY CREDIT FOR SOURCE FACILITIES. SOLAR ELECTRIC ENERGY PROPERTY.— The limitation amount allocated to an eligi- (a) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (a) of section ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of section ble State under the preceding sentence shall 142 (relating to exempt facility bond) is 46, the energy credit for any taxable year for be allocated by the State education agency amended— solar electric energy property described in to qualified schools within such State. (1) by striking ‘‘or’’ at the end of paragraph paragraph (3)(A)(i) which is used to generate ‘‘(3) DESIGNATION SUBJECT TO LIMITATION (14), electricity and which is placed in service AMOUNT.—The maximum aggregate face (2) by striking the period at the end of during the taxable year is $1,500 with respect amount of bonds issued during any calendar paragraph (15) and inserting ‘‘, or’’, and to each half kilowatt of direct current of in- year which may be designated under sub- (3) by inserting at the end the following stalled capacity of such property. Paragraph section (d)(1) with respect to any qualified new paragraph: (2)(A) shall not apply to property to which school shall not exceed the limitation ‘‘(16) renewable energy resource facili- the preceding sentence applies. amount allocated to such school under para- ties.’’. ‘‘(B) APPLICATION OF SPECIAL RULES FOR RE- graph (2) for such calendar year. (b) DEFINITION.—Section 142 is amended by HABILITATED OR SUBSIDIZED PROPERTY.—Rules ‘‘(4) CARRYOVER OF UNUSED LIMITATION.—If inserting at the end the following new sub- similar to the rules of paragraphs (2)(B) and for any calendar year— section: (5) shall apply to property to which this ‘‘(A) the limitation amount for any eligible ‘‘(n) RENEWABLE ENERGY RESOURCE FACILI- paragraph applies.’’. State, exceeds TIES.—For purposes of subsection (a)(16)— (B) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Subsection ‘‘(B) the amount of bonds issued during ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘renewable en- (a) of section 48 is amended— such year which are designated under sub- ergy resource facility’ means any facility (i) in paragraph (1), by inserting ‘‘in para- section (d)(1) with respect to qualified used to produce electric or thermal energy graph (4) and’’ after ‘‘except as provided’’, schools within such State, (including a distributed generation facility) and the limitation amount for such State for the from— (ii) in paragraph (2)(A)(i)(II), by striking following calendar year shall be increased by ‘‘(A) wind energy, ‘‘described in paragraph (3)(A)(i)’’ and insert- the amount of such excess. Any carryforward ‘‘(B) closed-loop biomass (within the mean- ing ‘‘which is described in paragraph (3)(A)(i) of a limitation amount may be carried only ing of section 45(c(2)), and to which paragraph (4) does not apply’’. to the first 2 years following the unused lim- ‘‘(C) open-loop biomass (as defined in sec- (d) CREDIT ALLOWED AGAINST THE ALTER- itation year. For purposes of the preceding tion 45(c)(3), NATIVE MINIMUM TAX.—Section 38(c)(4)(B) sentence, a limitation amount shall be treat- ‘‘(D) geothermal energy (as defined in sec- (relating to specified credits) is amended ed as used on a first-in first-out basis. tion 45(c)(4), by—

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(1) striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of clause (i), ing: ‘‘(2) CERTIFICATION OF SOLAR HEATING ‘‘SEC. 48C. SOLAR MANUFACTURING CREDIT. (2) striking the period at the end of clause AND COOLING PROPERTY.’’. ‘‘(a) CREDIT ALLOWED.—For purposes of (ii)(II) and inserting ‘‘, and’’, and (e) CREDIT ALLOWED AGAINST ALTERNATIVE section 46, the solar manufacturing credit for (3) adding at the end the following new MINIMUM TAX.— any taxable year is an amount equal to 30 clause: (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 25D(b) (relating to percent of the qualified investment for such ‘‘(iii) the portion of the investment credit limitations), as amended by subsection (c), is taxable year. under section 46(2) which is determined amended by adding at the end the following ‘‘(b) QUALIFIED INVESTMENT.—For purposes under clauses (i) and (ii) of section new paragraph: of this section— 48(a)(3)(A).’’. ‘‘(3) CREDIT ALLOWED AGAINST ALTERNATIVE ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The qualified investment (e) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment MINIMUM TAX.—The credit allowed under sub- for any taxable year is equal to the incre- made by subsection (a) shall apply to periods section (a) for the taxable year shall not ex- mental costs incurred during such taxable after December 31, 2007, in taxable years be- ceed the excess of— year to re-equip, expand, or establish an eli- ginning after such date, under rules similar ‘‘(A) the sum of the regular tax liability gible manufacturing facility— to the rules of section 48(m) (as in effect on (as defined in section 26(b)) plus the tax im- ‘‘(A) to produce polysilicon for use in solar the day before the date of the enactment of posed by section 55, over cells, wafers manufactured for solar cells, the Revenue Reconciliation Act of 1990). ‘‘(B) the sum of the credits allowable under and solar photovoltaic cells, SEC. 202. REPEAL OF EXCLUSION FOR SOLAR subpart A of part IV of subchapter A (other ‘‘(B) to produce or assemble solar photo- AND GEOTHERMAL PUBLIC UTILITY than this section) and section 27 for the tax- voltaic modules, PROPERTY UNDER ENERGY CREDIT. able year.’’. ‘‘(C) to produce or assemble solar thermal (a) IN GENERAL.—The second sentence of (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— panels and solar thermal storage tanks, or section 48(a)(3) is amended by inserting (A) Subsection (c) of section 25D (relating ‘‘(D) to produce concentrated solar power ‘‘(other than property described in clause (i) to carryforward of unused credit) is amended equipment. or (iii) of subparagraph (A))’’ after ‘‘any to read as follows: ‘‘(2) EXCEPTIONS.—The qualified invest- property’’. ‘‘(c) CARRYFORWARD OF UNUSED CREDIT.—If ment for any taxable year shall not include— (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment the credit allowable under subsection (a) for ‘‘(A) assets utilized to produce the mate- made by subsection (a) shall apply to periods any taxable year exceeds the limitation im- rials consumed in the production of solar after December 31, 2007, in taxable years be- posed by subsection (b)(3) for such taxable photovoltaic modules, such as aluminum ginning after such date, under rules similar year, such excess shall be carried to the suc- extrusions, glass, encapsulants, inverters, to the rules of section 48(m) (as in effect on ceeding taxable year and added to the credit and mounting hardware, and the day before the date of the enactment of allowable under subsection (a) for such suc- ‘‘(B) assets utilized to produce the mate- the Revenue Reconciliation Act of 1990). ceeding taxable year.’’. rials consumed in the production of solar SEC. 203. PERMANENT EXTENSION AND MODI- (B) Section 23(b)(4)(B) (relating to limita- thermal panels, such as aluminum FICATION OF CREDIT FOR RESIDEN- tion based on amount of tax) is amended by TIAL ENERGY EFFICIENT PROPERTY. extrusions, glass, copper, and mounting inserting ‘‘and section 25D’’ after ‘‘this sec- (a) PERMANENT EXTENSION.—Section 25D is hardware. amended by striking subsection (g) (relating tion’’. ‘‘(3) CERTAIN QUALIFIED PROGRESS EXPENDI- to termination). (C) Section 24(b)(3)(B) (relating to limita- TURES MADE APPLICABLE.—Rules similar to (b) SOLAR ELECTRIC PROPERTY.—Paragraph tion based on amount of tax) is amended by the rules of subsections (c)(4) and (d) of sec- (1) of section 25D(a) (relating to allowance of striking ‘‘sections 23 and 25B’’ and inserting tion 46 (as in effect on the day before the en- credit) is amended by striking ‘‘30 percent ‘‘sections 23, 25B, and 25D’’. actment of the Revenue Reconciliation Act of’’. (D) Section 26(a)(1) (relating to limitation of 1990) shall apply for purposes of this sec- (c) MODIFICATION OF MAXIMUM CREDIT.— based on amount of tax) is amended by strik- tion. Paragraph (1) of section 25D(b) (relating to ing ‘‘and 25B’’ and inserting ‘‘25B, and 25D’’. ‘‘(c) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sec- limitations) is amended to read as follows: (f) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments tion— ‘‘(1) MAXIMUM CREDIT.—The credit allowed made by this section shall apply to expendi- ‘‘(1) ELIGIBLE MANUFACTURING FACILITY.— under subsection (a) (determined without re- tures made in taxable years beginning after The term ‘eligible manufacturing facility’ gard to subsection (c)) for any taxable year December 31, 2007. means any manufacturing facility for which shall not exceed— SEC. 204. 3-YEAR ACCELERATED DEPRECIATION more than 50 percent of the gross receipts for ‘‘(A) $1,500 with respect to each half kilo- PERIOD FOR SOLAR ENERGY PROP- the taxable year are derived from sales of watt of direct current of installed capacity ERTY. solar equipment. of qualified solar electric property for which (a) IN GENERAL.—Subparagraph (A) of sec- ‘‘(2) SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC CELL.—The term qualified solar electric property expenditures tion 168(e)(3) (relating to 3-year property) is ‘solar photovoltaic cell’ means the semicon- are made, amended— ductor device which converts photons from ‘‘(B) $2,000 with respect to any qualified (1) by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of clause light into electricity. solar heating and cooling property expendi- (ii), ‘‘(3) SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC MODULE.—The tures, and (2) by striking the period at the end of term ‘solar photovoltaic module’ means an ‘‘(C) $500 with respect to each half kilowatt clause (iii) and inserting a comma, and assembly of multiple interconnected solar of capacity of qualified fuel cell property (as (3) by inserting after clause (iii) the fol- photovoltaic cells that are sized and pack- defined in section 48(c)(1)) for which qualified lowing new clauses: aged for installation and deployment in a fuel cell property expenditures are made.’’. ‘‘(iv) any property which is described in specific application.’’. (d) DEFINITION OF QUALIFIED SOLAR HEAT- clause (i) or (ii) of section 48(a)(3)(A) (or (b) CREDIT TREATED AS PART OF INVEST- ING AND COOLING PROPERTY EXPENDITURE.— would be so described if the last sentence of MENT CREDIT.—Section 46 (relating to (1) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (1) of section such section did not apply to such clause), amount of credit) is amended by striking 25D(d) (relating to definitions) is amended to and ‘‘and’’ at the end of paragraph (3), by strik- read as follows: ‘‘(v) any property which is described in ing the period at the end of paragraph (4) and ‘‘(2) QUALIFIED SOLAR HEATING AND COOLING clause (iv) of section 48(a)(3)(A).’’. inserting ‘‘, and’’, and by adding at the end (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Subclause PROPERTY EXPENDITURE.—The term ‘qualified the following new paragraph: solar heating and cooling property expendi- (I) of section 168(e)(3)(B)(vi) (relating to 5- ‘‘(5) the solar manufacturing credit.’’. year property) is amended to read as follows: ture’ means an expenditure for property to (c) CERTAIN NONRECOURSE FINANCING EX- ‘‘(I) would be described in subparagraph (A) heat or cool (or provide hot water for use in) CLUDED FROM CREDIT BASE.—Section a dwelling unit located in the United States of section 48(a)(3) if ‘wind energy’ were sub- 49(a)(1)(C) (defining credit base) is amended and used as a residence by the taxpayer if at stituted for ‘solar energy’ in clause (i) there- by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end of clause (iii), least half of the energy used by such prop- of and the last sentence of such section did by striking the period at the end of clause erty for such purpose is derived from the not apply to such subparagraph,’’. (iv) and inserting ‘‘, and’’, and by adding at (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments sun. Such term shall not include an expendi- the end the following new clause: made by this section shall apply to property ture which is a qualified solar electric prop- ‘‘(v) the basis of any property which is part placed in service after December 31, 2007. erty expenditure.’’. of the solar manufacturing credit under sec- (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section 25D Subtitle B—Promotion of Solar tion 48C.’’. (relating to residential energy efficient prop- Manufacturing in the United States (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments erty) is amended— SEC. 211. SOLAR MANUFACTURING CREDIT. made by this section shall apply to periods (A) by striking ‘‘solar water heating’’ in (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart E of part IV of after December 31, 2007, in taxable years be- subsections (a)(2) and (e)(4)(A)(ii) and insert- subchapter A of chapter 1 (relating to rules ginning after such date, under rules similar ing ‘‘solar heating and cooling’’, and for computing investment credit) is amended to the rules of section 48(m) (as in effect on (B) by striking the heading for subsection by inserting after section 48B the following the day before the date of the enactment of (b)(2) and inserting the following new head- new section: the Revenue Reconciliation Act of 1990).

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.001 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14385 By Mrs. FEINSTEIN: tive factor, as it indicated that he the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 S. 1536. A bill for the relief of Jose could find a job in Mexico. U.S.C. 1101 et seq.), Jose Alberto Martinez Alberto Martinez Moreno, Micaela In 2001, his sister, who has legal sta- Moreno, Micaela Lopez Martinez, and Lopez Martinez, and Adilene Martinez; tus, petitioned for Mr. Martinez to get Adilene Martinez shall each be deemed to a green card. Unfortunately, because of have been lawfully admitted to, and re- to the Committee on the Judiciary. mained in, the United States, and shall be el- Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, the current green card backlog, Mr. igible for adjustment of status to that of an today I offer private immigration relief Martinez has several years to wait be- alien lawfully admitted for permanent resi- legislation to provide lawful perma- fore he is eligible for a green card. dence under section 245 of the Immigration nent residence status to Jose Alberto Finally, Daniel Scherotter, the exec- and Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1255) upon fil- Martinez Moreno and Micaela Lopez utive chef and owner of Palio D’Asti, ing an application for such adjustment of Martinez and their daughter, Adilene has petitioned for legal status for Mr. status. Martinez; Mexican nationals now living Martinez based on Mr. Martinez’s (b) APPLICATION AND PAYMENT OF FEES.— unique skills as a chef. Although Mr. Subsection (a) shall apply only if the appli- in San Francisco, California. cation for adjustment of status is filed with This family embodies the true Amer- Martinez’s work petition was approved appropriate fees not later than 2 years after ican success story and I believe they by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration the date of the enactment of this Act. merit Congress’ special consideration Services, there is a backlog on these (c) REDUCTION OF IMMIGRANT VISA NUM- for such an extraordinary form of relief visas, and Mr. Martinez is on a waiting BERS.—Upon the granting of permanent resi- as a private bill. list for a green card through this chan- dent status to Jose Alberto Martinez Mr. Martinez came to the United nel, as well. Moreno, Micaela Lopez Martinez, and States 20 years ago from Mexico. He Mr. and Mrs. Martinez have no other Adilene Martinez, the Secretary of State shall instruct the proper officer to reduce by started working as a busboy in res- administrative options available to them at this point and if deported, 3, during the current or subsequent fiscal taurants in San Francisco. In 1990, he year, the total number of immigrant visas began working as a cook at Palio they will face a 5- to 10-year ban from that are made available to natives of the D’Asti, an award winning Italian res- returning to the United States. country of the birth of Jose Alberto Mar- taurant in San Francisco. The Martinez family has become an tinez Moreno, Micaela Lopez Martinez, and According to the people who worked important and valued part of their Adilene Martinez under section 202(e) or with him, he ‘‘never made mistakes, community. They are active members 203(a) of the Immigration and Nationality never lost his temper, and never of their church, their children’s school, Act (8 U.S.C. 1152(e), 1153(a)), as applicable. seemed to sweat.’’ and Comite de Padres Unido, a grass- OFFICE OF THE MAYOR, Over the past 20 years, Jose Martinez roots immigrant organization in Cali- CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO, has worked his way through the ranks. fornia. April 20, 2007. Hon. DIANE FEINSTEIN, Today, he is the sous chef at Palio, They volunteer extensively, advo- cating for safe new parks in the com- U.S. Senator, where he is respected by everyone in San Francisco, CA. the restaurant, from dishwashers to munity for the children, volunteering DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: I write to ex- cooks, busboys to waiters, bartenders at their children’s school, and working press my unequivocal support for your ef- to managers. on a voter registration campaign, even forts to assist Jose Alberto Martinez and his Mr. Martinez has unique skills: he is though they are unable to vote them- family regarding immigration challenges an excellent chef; he is bilingual; he is selves. that they currently face. a leader in the workplace. He is de- In fact, I have received 46 letters of As you know, Mr. Martinez is a key em- ployee of the highly regarded Palio d’Asti scribed as ‘‘an exemplary employee’’ support from teachers, church mem- bers, and members of their community Restaurant here in San Francisco. His cur- who is not only ‘‘good at his job, but is rent occupation as a Sous Chef at Palio also a great boss to his subordinates.’’ who attest to their honesty, responsi- d’Asti is part of a career that spans 20 years He and his wife, Micaela, have made bility, and long-standing commitment in the San Francisco restaurant industry. a home in San Francisco. Micaela has to their community. Their supporters Mr. Martinez is a San Francisco homeowner been working as a housekeeper. They include San Francisco Mayor Gavin with a wife and three children. By all ac- have three daughters, two of whom are Newsom; former Mayor Willie Brown; counts he is a model resident and contrib- United States citizens. Their oldest President of the San Francisco Board uting community member. He exemplifies the hardworking immigrant communities child Adilene, 19, is undocumented. of Supervisors, Aaron Peskin; and the Director of Immigration Policy at the that have made San Francisco what it is Adilene recently graduated from the over the last 150-plus years. Immaculate Conception Academy and Immigrant Legal Resource Center, I understand that despite Mr. Martinez’s hopes to attend college. Mark Silverman. sponsorship through the PERM program, and One of the most compelling reasons This family has truly embraced the his history as a law-abiding taxpayer in our for allowing the family to remain in American dream. I believe their con- community, he and his wife face a deporta- the United States is that they are eli- tinued presence in our country would tion order. I believe that this order not only gible for a green card. Unfortunately, do so much to enhance the values we threatens the future of his family, but nega- hold dear. Enactment of the legislation tively impacts our local restaurant industry there is such a backlog for green cards and Mexican-American community. I there- right now that even though he has a I have introduced today will enable the Martinez family to continue to make fore thank you for your efforts to what you work permit, owns a home in San can to help allow Mr. Martinez and his fam- Francisco, works two jobs, and has significant contributions to their com- ily to remain in San Francisco, working hard been in the United States for 20 years munity as well as the United States. to achieve the American dream while con- I ask my colleagues to support this with a clean record, he and his family tributing to our community. private bill. will be deported. Should you have any questions about this I ask unanimous consent that my Mr. Martinez and his family have ap- letter, please contact my Director of Govern- statement, the letters of community ment Affairs, Wade Crowfoot at 415–554–6640. plied unsuccessfully for legal status support, and the text of the bill be Sincerely, several ways: printed in the RECORD. GAVIN NEWSOM. In 2000, Mr. and Mrs. Martinez filed There being no objection, the mate- for political asylum. Their case was de- rial was ordered to be printed in the SAN FRANCISCO, CA, nied and a subsequent application for a Apri1 19, 2007. RECORD, as follows: Cancellation of Removal was also de- Hon. DIANE FEINSTEIN, S. 1536 nied because the immigration court U.S. Senator, Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- judge could not find ‘‘requisite hard- San Francisco, CA. resentatives of the United States of America in DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: I write to you to ship’’ required for this relief. Congress assembled, voice my support for Jose Alberto Martinez, Ironically, the immigration judge SECTION 1. ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS. Sous Chef of the well established Palio d’Asti who reviewed their case found that Mr. (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any Restaurant. Like thousands of San Francis- Martinez’s culinary ability was a nega- other provision of law, for the purposes of cans and visitors to San Francisco, I have

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Jose never thentic in its own right. When he gets Jose runs the kitchen with an even-hand and made mistakes, never lost his temper, and enough money together to open his own res- touch of class. Jose is also a San Francisco never seemed to sweat or really even move. taurant, I will invest in it without hesitation homeowner with his wife and their three I thought I knew everything and talked because sure things are hard investments to children. about it, but I could never reach the pure, si- come by and Jose Alberto Martinez is a sure Jose’s boss, Daniel Scherotter, Palio’s lent efficiency of motion that Jose em- thing. longtime chef and Gianni Fassio, the former bodied. At night, the Sous Chef never even I am willing to do anything to keep Jose owner of Palio, have alerted me that this pil- had to come into the kitchen, because he had here and happy. He is the best possible per- lar of the restaurant community is facing an the dream team in charge. About a year son to run my business at night, and eventu- imminent deportation order. after I started, the owner, Gianni Fassio, had ally, I believe, all day. He has worked hard Fassio and Scherotter worked with Jose bypass surgery, and decided to close dinner and played by the rules since he got here 20 through the PERM Program to get him a service. Jose and I had to leave to move on years ago. He is a homeowner in San Fran- work visa, proving that Jose was an integral, and up, elsewhere. cisco and a saint, respected by everyone in irreplaceable part of their business. I would In the late summer of 1999, I was working the restaurant, from dishwashers to cooks, maintain that Jose is exactly the kind of at the Kimpton Group as an Executive Chef busboys to waiters, bartenders to managers. hardworking immigrant that has always and General Manager at Puccini and Pinetti, He is well on his way to reaching the Amer- been the bedrock of San Francisco and its when Mr. Fassio approached me about com- ican dream, and I can’t think of anyone who restaurant community. Please, I urge you to ing back to Palio, this time as the Executive deserves it more, I implore you to appreciate do anything in your power to help keep Jose Chef. He was having mangement problems, what this man means to me and to Palio. and his family together here in San Fran- which translate into cost and quality prob- Please tell me any way that I can help cisco. Please intervene on Jose’s behalf in lems. The hardest part about running a res- Jose stay here in San Francisco as a part of order to let him stay in line for a green card taurant or any business for that matter, is the Palio d’Asti family. and not be deported. finding good management. I had to fire 3 DANIEL H. SCHEROTTER, Sincerely, sous chefs upon arrival for blatant incom- Chef, Owner, Palio WILLIE L. BROWN, Jr. petence, dishonesty, sexual harassment, bad d’Asti and Palio cooking, alcohol abuse and any number of Paninoteca, BOARD OF SUPERVISORS, other sins. Vice President, Golden CITY AND COUNTY OF SAN FRANCISCO, I tried a couple of classically trained Gate Restaurant As- San Francisco, April 18, 2007. Ameican Sous Chefs with extensive edu- sociation. Hon. DIANNE FEINSTEIN, cation and experience, but one thing after U.S. Senator, another would pop up—alcoholism, lack of SAN FRANCISCO San Francisco, CA. common sense, inability to handle pressure UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: I am writing in or criticism, big egos, inability to commu- San Francisco, CA, April 19, 2007. support of Jose Alberto Martinez, the long- nicate with, train or maintain staff, and I SENATOR DIANE FEINSTEIN: I am writing time Sous Chef of Palio d’Asti Restaurant, can go on. I thought about what I needed: a this letter in support of the family of one of the largest and best known res- great cook, a leader, someone who spoke Micaela and Jose Alberto Martinez and their taurants in my district. Palio has been an English and Spanish, someone who could three daughters, Adelina, Jasmine and Karla exemplary restaurant, both under previous learn and take constructive criticism, some- Martinez. owner Gianni Fassio, and under the chef who one who would represent what I wanted on I’ve known Micaela and Jose Alberto Mar- eventually bought him out, Daniel the plate and in person when I was elewhere, tinez and their three sweet and well man- Scheratter. Jose makes it possible for Mr. So I called Jose. nered daughters Ade1ina, Jasmine and Karla Scherotter to represent his industry in his It took time, Jose was working for a very Martinez who have been at different times in position as Vice Plesident of the Golden Gate well respected French Chef as a cook. I of- our child development program for the past Restaurant Association. fered him more money and a management sixteen years. Each daughter has been en- Mr. Scherotter has brought it to my atten- title, but since dinner had closed on him be- rolled in my class. During this time, Micaela tion that, despite Fassio’s and Scherotter’s fore, he didn’t know if the restaurant would and Jose Alberto have aided our program by successful sponsorship for a work permit be around for long. He didn’t want to bite off volunteering in many ways under the PERM program, and despite a more than he could chew, as he was very They have translated for our Spanish clean record as a lawabiding taxpayer, home comfortable slaving away cooking and had speaking parents during our Center parent owner and family man, Mr. Martinez and his never been truly responsible before. Jose is meetings. Mr. and Mrs. Martinez have do- wife are facing a deportation order. I respect- all about stability, which has made my life a nated gifts toward our center program fund- fully urge you to do anything possible to dream since he finally started. raisers which have helped to make them a help Mr. Martinez stay with his three chil- I taught Jose how to order all of the meat, great success, raising funds to support class dren, contribute to the economy and the res- poultry, and fish and produce every night, field trips around the Bay area and to pur- taurant industry, and continue to live the taking into account the reservations, histor- chase additional materials and supplies for American Dream, ical sales figures, catering, parties, prices the classroom. They have also helped to Sincerely, and seasonality. He maintains a tight ship chaperone these field trips. AARON PESKIN, with single digit turnover on his shift. His Micaela and Jose Alberto Martinez are out- President. staff worships him and his food is flawless. standing parents who are supportive to their His ordering is precise, and he has learned to family, their community and to our edu- APRIL 19, 2007. think the way I think. Jose dwells in the de- cational system. Hon. DIANE FEINSTEIN, tails and makes sure that everything is done Please give all positive consideration to U.S. Senator, right. When he started, he told me that no this deserving family. San Francisco, CA. matter what, if he did something wrong, that Repectfully, DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: Jose Alberto he wanted me to tell him rather than be CLAREE LASH-HAYNES, Martinez has worked for me at Palio d’Asti upset. That being said, the things I have ever Lead Teacher. Restaurant as my Sous Chef for over six needed to correct him on cumulatively years. He is my right hand in every way. He amount to a hill of beans. He cooks a station IRISH IMMIGRATION PASTORAL CENTER, always comes to work on time and ready to or two at a time, manages the other employ- San Francisco, CA, April 18, 2007. enjoy getting his job done well, I need only ees, the inventory and the ordering while Re Jose Alberto Martinez Moreno. teach him something once, and he gets it, still supporting a family, another job and a DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: As Director of never making the same mistake twice. None sense of humor. He has made it possible for the Irish Immigration Pastoral Center in of this comes as a surprise, to me though, be- me to buy out Gianni Fassio and start out in San Francisco, I am writing in support of cause I worked with him as a cook here at business for myse1f. Jose and Micaela Martinez who reside in the Palio 13 years ago. When I needed a Sous My goal is to make Jose into my chef, as Bay Area. Jose and Micaela are both citizens Chef to run the kitchen at night, I made one I use this restaurant as a mother ship to of Mexico and have made every attempt to phone call, to Jose. open other restaurants in the city. He’s regularize their status during their time in Jose started working as a cook at Palio in helped me bring his brother Mauricio, the the United States. He and his wife have made 1990, when it opened. I came along as a cook other half of the dynamic duo back to Palio, a life for themselves here in the Bay Area

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They have given San Francisco, CA, April 18, 2007. tion that there were no weapons of mass de- their three children every opportunity that Senator DIANE FEINSTEIN, struction in Iraq, and the establishment of a they themselves did not have. Both he and U.S. Senate, democratic constitution and a freely-elected his wife are assets to our community. Washington, DC. government in Iraq, the United States objec- Mr. Martinez has indeed realized his own Re Micaela & Jose Martinez. tives set forth in Public Law 107–243 are no part of the American Dream, working his longer relevant to the current situation; way from dishwasher to Sous Chef at the re- DEAR SENATOR FEINSTEIN: I am writing on Whereas sectarian violence is the primary nowned Palio d’Asti restaurant in San Fran- behalf of Jose Alberton Martinez Moreno and cause of instability in Iraq; cisco. Commitment, dedication and sheer his wife, Micaela, in support of their vol- Whereas, Iraqis must reach a comprehen- hard work have enabled them to buy their untary departure and impending order of de- sive and sustainable political settlement in own home in San Francisco, a feat by any- portation. Jose and Micaela are members of order to achieve stability, and the failure of one’s standards. They are the epitome of St. Peter’s parish and their kindness to the the Iraqis to reach such a settlement is a pri- what it means to be American. less fortunate is well known in the Irish mary cause of increasing violence in Iraq; If Jose and Micaela are forced to leave the community. Whereas the responsibility for halting sec- United States, yet another family will be It was with great dismay that I heard of tarian violence in Iraq must rest primarily torn apart. Their three children, aged 10, 14 Jose and Micaela’s uncertain future in Amer- with the Government of Iraq and Iraqi secu- and 17, will remain in San Francisco as there ica. Jose and Micaela have lived in San rity forces, and not United States Armed is nothing for them in Mexico—they have Francisco for almost twenty years and have Forces; never even been to Mexico. They will grow raised their three children here, two of whom Now, therefore, be it up without the love, guidance and nurture of are U.S. born. They are a dedicated and lov- Resolved by the Senate and House of Rep- their parents—a dire loss to any young per- ing couple and deserve the opportunity to resentatives of the United States of America in sons life. continue to give to the community that has Congress assembled, The Irish Immigration Pastoral Center, welcomed them so warmly. I know Micaela SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. which provides assistance to Irish immi- personally and I know that it would be a This joint resolution may be cited as the grants in the Bay Area, would be greatfull if very great and excessive burden for her to ‘‘United States Policy in Iraq Resolution of You could look favorably on Mr. and Mrs. leave her young family behind in Cali- 2007’’. Martinez in their request to remain in the fornia—there is nothing for them in Mexico. SEC. 2. PURPOSE. United States. As a priest, I see far too much hurt, when It is the purpose of this joint resolution to Yours sincerely, parents are separated from their children. repeal the authorization for the use of force CELINE KENNELLY, My thoughts and prayers are with Jose and provided in 2002, to transition United States Executive Director. Micaela and their family during this difficult time of uncertainty. I would ask that you Armed Forces in Iraq to a more limited mis- sion, and to secure the phased redeployment APRIL 18, 2007. look favorably on their situation and be from Iraq of such forces not essential to that TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I have known compassionate to a family that wants to Jose Alberto Martinez and his wife Micaela make America its home. new mission. since 1991 when Jose and his brother Maricio Please do not force them to separate and SEC. 3. REPEAL OF 2002 RESOLUTION. worked as cooks under my supervision at cause the destruction of this family. The Authorization for Use of Military Palio d’Asti Resturant in San Francisco, We With every best wish and kind regard, I re- Force Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (Public worked together for approximately three main. Law 107–243) is repealed. years. Yours in Christ. SEC. 4. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE USE OF Jose proved himself to be an extremely tal- BRENDAN MCBRIDE, UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES. ented and responsible cook, anchoring the Priest in Residence. (a) AUTHORIZATION.—The President is au- kitchen with little or no supervision. While thorized to continue participation by United working for us at Palio, he also held down By Mr. BIDEN: States Armed Forces in Multi-National part time jobs at some of the Bay Area’s S.J. Res. 15. A joint resolution to re- Force—Iraq, or as part of a successor force, other top restaurants in order to learn more vise United States policy on Iraq; to for the purposes of— (1) Protecting United States and coalition and move ahead. And although we didn’t the Committee on Foreign Relations. interact socially, I know he was an active personnel and infrastructure; leader active in his church and prioritized Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- (2) Training, equipping, and providing time with his family. sent that the text of the joint resolu- logistical support to Iraqi Security Forces; Jose’s hard work and commitment to his tion be printed in the RECORD. (3) Conducting targeted counter-terrorism family, his community and his job make him There being no objection, the text of operations; and ideal candidate for U.S. citizenship. Whether the joint resolution was ordered to be (4) Assisting the Government of Iraq to as an immigrant or a citizen, Jose Martinez printed in the RECORD, as follows: maintain the security of its international is an upstanding member of our community, borders. If you have any question regarding Jose S.J. RES. 15 (b) TRANSITION OF MISSION.—The President Martinez, please call me. Whereas in October 2002, Congress ap- shall promptly transition the mission of Sincerely, proved, and the President signed into law, United States forces in Iraq from the mission CRAIG STALL, the Authorization for Use of Military Force authorized by section 3(a) of the Authoriza- Proprietor, Delfina Restuarant. Against Iraq Resolution of 2002 (Public Law tion for Use of Military Force Resolution of 107–243); 2002 (Public Law 107–243) to the limited pur- KELLY’S FAMILY DAYCARE, Whereas the preamble of Public Law 107– poses set forth in subsection (a). San Francisco, CA, April 18, 2007. 243 sets forth the threats to the national se- (c) COMMENCEMENT OF PHASED REDEPLOY- Re Michela and Jose Alberto Martinez. curity of the United States that required the MENT FROM IRAQ.—The President shall com- DEAR SIR/MADAM: Michela Martinez has authorization for the use of force, and those mence the phased redeployment of United worked for my family for many years as our threats were the Iraqi regime led by Saddam States forces from Iraq not later than 90 housekeeper. I have come to know Michela Hussein, its weapons of mass destruction days after the date of enactment of this joint very well over the course of this time. programs, its past record of using chemical resolution, with the goal of redeploying, by She is a very hardworking, diligent and weapons, and its record of harboring and sup- March 31, 2008, all United States combat considerate woman who has a wonderful na- porting international terrorist organiza- forces from Iraq except for those essential ture and fantastic work ethic. She has al- tions; for the limited purposes set forth in sub- ways had a key to our home and we trust her Whereas Saddam Hussein has been exe- section (a). with our property and our children as well. cuted after conviction for committing (d) WAR POWERS RESOLUTION REQUIRE- Jose Martinez has worked for my husband crimes against humanity, United States in- MENTS.— as a painting subcontractor and is held in telligence and military units have not dis- (1) SPECIFIC STATUTORY AUTHORIZATION.— high esteem as well. covered weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, Consistent with section 8(a)(1) of the War I have no reservations about giving this and thorough reviews by the Iraq Survey Powers Resolution, the Congress declares couple a reference and wish them the best Group and the Special Advisor to the Direc- that this section is intended to constitute

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CONSTRUCTION. comparable pay to that which the civilian $15 to $45K per year. For all that we Nothing in this joint resolution shall be sector provides in order to retain our highly give to keep our country safe, the ad- construed to— qualified men and women in uniform and to ministration should at least want to (a) limit measures necessary to provide for faithfully reward their valiant service to our help us eliminate any burden we may the safety and security of the MultiNational Nation: Now, therefore, be it have financially. No I’m not saying Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- Force-Iraq, including United States Armed make us rich and no one who enters Forces; resentatives concurring), That it is the sense of Congress that— the armed services expects to ever be (b) authorize offensive combat activities rich but we don’t expect to have to by United States Armed Forces in Iran, (1) Congress and the President should in- Syria, or any other state in the Middle East crease basic pay for members of all compo- take out loans just to put food on the region. nents of the Army, Navy, Air Force, and Ma- table for our families either.’’ rine Corps by 3.5 percent, effective January On this issue of fundamental fairness, SEC. 6. REPORT. 1, 2008; and The President shall submit to Congress not the administration told Congress to (2) Congress and the President should pro- back down. On this question, the later than 90 days after enactment of this vide a special survivor indemnity allowance joint resolution, and every 90 days there- for persons affected by required Survivor troops will not back down and neither after, a report outlining the activities of the Benefit Plan annuity offsets for dependency will we. United States Armed Forces pursuant to this and indemnity compensation. Those who have stood for us should joint resolution, and on the progress that has Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, today I know that we stand with them, today been made in training the security forces of and always. Maintaining these provi- Iraq and promoting a sustainable political am introducing a resolution to insure settlement. that our troops get the pay raise they sions can do something to ease their burden, but truly supporting our troops SEC. 7. DURATION OF AUTHORIZATION. deserve. We are all proud of our men The authorization under Section 4(a) shall and women in the American military requires that we act not just as indi- expire on the date that is 12 months after the who continue to perform magnificently viduals, but as a nation. I ask all my date of enactment of this joint resolution, in Iraq, Afghanistan and around the colleagues to support this resolution to unless Congress extends such authorization. world. They represent the best that honor our troops and our military fam- f this country has to offer, and America ilies. owes them and their families a special SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS f debt of honor and gratitude. In light of their sacrifice, my resolution simply AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND PROPOSED SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- states that the Congress and the Presi- TION 34—EXPRESSING THE dent should support a 3.5-percent in- SA 1255. Mr. BOND submitted an amend- ment intended to be proposed by him to the SENSE OF CONGRESS THAT CON- crease in military pay in 2008 and pro- vide a special survivor indemnity al- bill S. 1348, to provide for comprehensive im- GRESS AND THE PRESIDENT migration reform and for other purposes; SHOULD INCREASE BASIC PAY lowance to help American military families. which was ordered to lie on the table. FOR MEMBERS OF THE ARMED SA 1256. Mr. REID (for Mr. DORGAN) pro- Unfortunately, these provisions are FORCES posed an amendment to the bill S. 398, to opposed by the Bush administration. amend the Indian Child Protection and Fam- Mr. KERRY submitted the following On May 16, the Office of Management ily Violence Prevention Act to identify and concurrent resolution; which was re- and Budget’s Statement of Administra- remove barriers to reducing child abuse, to ferred to the Committee on Armed tion Policy for the House fiscal year provide for examinations of certain children, Services: 2008 Department of Defense Authoriza- and for other purposes. S. CON RES. 34 tion bill opposes section 644 of the bill, f Whereas the United States continues to which would pay military families a rely extensively upon the personnel of the monthly special survivor indemnity al- TEXT OF AMENDMENTS Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force, and lowance from the Department of De- SA 1255. Mr. BOND submitted an Coast Guard who are deployed overseas and fense Military Retirement Fund, call- amendment intended to be proposed by stationed at military support installations ing the existing benefits ‘‘sufficient.’’ him to the bill S. 1348, to provide for within the United States; The Statement of Administration Pol- comprehensive immigration reform Whereas uniformed services personnel, re- gardless of branch of service or whether serv- icy also ‘‘strongly opposes’’ the provi- and for other purposes; which was or- ing in the active or a reserve component, sion of the House bill which provides a dered to lie on the table; as follows: have carried out their mission objectives 0.5-percent increase in military pay Strike section 602 and insert the following: with valor, distinction, and steadfast dedica- above the President’s proposed 3.0 per- SEC. 602. PROHIBITION ON ADJUSTMENT OF STA- tion to the cause of liberty and democracy; cent across-the-board pay increase, TUS FOR Z NONIMMIGRANTS. Whereas 1,600,000 uniformed service men calling it ‘‘unnecessary.’’ (a) PROHIBITION ON IMMIGRANT VISAS.—A Z and women have deployed to Iraq or Afghani- I am concerned that the Bush admin- nonimmigrant may not be issued an immi- stan, many of whom have served multiple de- istration’s actions have failed to appro- grant visa pursuant to section 221 or 222 of ployments; priately honor our military families the Immigration and Nationality Act (8 Whereas there are currently more than who have made the ultimate sacrifice. U.S.C. 1201 and 1202). 3,000,000 family members and dependents of (b) PROHIBITION ON ADJUSTMENT.—The sta- those serving on active duty and reserve These actions also stand in direct con- tus of a Z nonimmigrant may not be ad- components; trast to the will of the American peo- justed to that of an alien lawfully admitted Whereas nearly 40 percent of the members ple who support all efforts to support for permanent residence. of the Armed Forces, while deployed away our troops. from their permanent duty stations, have Just go to the Military Times’ own SA 1256. Mr. REID (for Mr. DORGAN) left families with children behind; blog and read what the troops them- proposed an amendment to the bill S. Whereas over 1⁄2 of all service men and selves say, more eloquently than any 398, to amend the Indian Child Protec- women who have deployed to Iraq are mar- politician could put it: ‘‘If there is tion and Family Violence Prevention ried; Whereas military families have persevered someone in the administration that Act to identify and remove barriers to in the face of challenges and continue to pro- feels that we, the hard working Amer- reducing child abuse, to provide for ex- vide critically important comfort and care ican soldiers, don’t need additional pay aminations of certain children, and for and numerous other contributions to their raises, then maybe they should get other purposes; as follows:

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On page 20, strike lines 10 through 13 and DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE The following named officer for appoint- insert the following: Mario Mancuso, of New York, to be Under ment in the United States Army to the grade (a) OFFENSES COMMITTED WITHIN INDIAN Secretary of Commerce for Export Adminis- indicated while assigned to a position of im- COUNTRY.—Section 1153(a) of title 18, United tration. portance and responsibility under title 10, States Code, is amended by striking ‘‘felony NATIONAL CONSUMER COOPERATIVE BANK U.S.C., section 601: child abuse or neglect’’ and inserting ‘‘felony To be lieutenant general child abuse, felony child neglect’’. Janis Herschkowitz, of Pennsylvania, to be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Maj. Gen. David P. Fridovich, 6568 f National Consumer Cooperative Bank for a IN THE MARINE CORPS term of three years. EXECUTIVE SESSION The following named officer for appoint- Nguyen Van Hanh, of California, to be a ment to the grade of lieutenant general in Member of the Board of Directors of the Na- the United States Marine Corps while as- tional Consumer Cooperative Bank for a EXECUTIVE CALENDAR signed to a position of importance and re- term of three years. Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask sponsibility under title 10, U.S.C., section DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS 601: unanimous consent that the Senate im- Michael K. Kussman, of Massachusetts, to To be lieutenant general mediately proceed to executive session be Under Secretary for Health of the Depart- to consider Executive Calendar Nos. 53, ment of Veterans Affairs. Lt. Gen. John G. Castellaw, 2524 54, 55, 77, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, 103, 110, AIR FORCE The following named officer for appoint- 112, 114, 116, 118 through 137, 141, 144 The following Air National Guard of the ment to the grade of lieutenant general in through 151, and all nominations United States officer for appointment in the the United States Marine Corps while as- placed on the Secretary’s desk; that Reserve of the Air Force to the grade indi- signed to a position of importance and re- cated under title 10, U.S.C., section 12203: sponsibility under title 10, U.S.C., section the nominations be confirmed, the mo- 601: tions to reconsider be laid upon the To be major general To be lieutenant general table, the President be immediately Brigadier General Michael D. Dubie, 9845 Maj. Gen. Richard C. Zilmer, 9990 notified of the Senate’s action, and The following named officer for appoint- that the Senate then return to legisla- ment in the United States Air Force to the The following named officer for appoint- tive session. grade indicated while assigned to a position ment to the grade of lieutenant general in The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without of importance and responsibility under title the United States Marine Corps while as- 10, U.S.C., section 601: signed to a position of importance and re- objection, it is so ordered. sponsibility under title 10, U.S.C., section To be lieutenant general The nominations considered and con- 601: Maj. Gen. Kevin J. Sullivan, 2930 firmed en bloc are as follows: To be lieutenant general UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL IN THE ARMY Lt. Gen. Joseph F. Weber, 1316 DEVELOPMENT The following named officer for appoint- Douglas Menarchik, of Texas, to be an As- ment in the United States Army to the grade IN THE NAVY sistant Administrator of the United States indicated while assigned to a position of im- The following named officer for appoint- Agency for International Development. portance and responsibility under title 10, ment in United States Navy to the grade in- Katherine Almquist, of Virginia, to be an U.S.C., section 601: dicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: Assistant Administrator of the United To be lieutenant general To be rear admiral States Agency for International Develop- ment. Maj. Gen. Charles H. Jacoby, Jr., 3627 Rear Adm. (lh) Michael J. Lyden, 0018 Paul J. Bonicelli, of Virginia, to be an As- The following named officer for appoint- The following named officers for appoint- sistant Administrator of the United States ment to the grade indicated in the United ment in United States Navy to the grade in- Agency for International Development. States Army under title 10, U.S.C., section dicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: 624: DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS To be rear admiral Thomas E. Harvey, of New York, to be an To be brigadier general Rear Adm. (lh) Christine S. Hunter, 9053 Assistant Secretary of Veterans Affairs Col. Charles W. Hooper, 8888 Rear Adm. (lh) Adam M. Robinson, Jr., 9660 (Congressional Affairs). The following named officer for appoint- The following named officer for appoint- DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY ment in the United States Army to the grade ment in United States Navy to the grade in- Gregory B. Cade, of Virginia, to be Admin- indicated under title 10, U.S.C., sections 624 dicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: and 3064: istrator of the United States Fire Adminis- To be rear admiral (lower half) To be brigadier general tration, Department of Homeland Security. Capt. Richard C. Vinci, 3013 Col. Loree K Sutton, 4636 INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES The following named officers for appoint- Douglas G. Myers, of California, to be a The following named officer for appoint- ment in United States Navy to the grade in- Member of the National Museum and Library ment as Chief of Chaplains, United States dicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: Army and appointment to the grade indi- Services for a term expiring December 6, To be rear admiral (lower half) 2011. cated under title 10, U.S.C., section 3036: Jeffrey Patchen, of Indiana, to be a Mem- To be major general Capt. William M. Roberts, 2168 Capt. Alton L. Stocks, 7240 ber of the National Museum and Library Brig. Gen. Douglas L. Carver, 8279 Services Board for a term expiring December The following named officers for appoint- The following named officer for appoint- 6, 2011. ment in United States Navy to the grade in- ment in the Reserve of the Army to the Lotsee Patterson, of Oklahoma, to be a dicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section Member of the National Museum and Library To be rear admiral (lower half) Services Board for a term expiring December 12203: Capt. Robert J. Bianchi, 4446 6, 2011. To be brigadier general Capt. Thomas C. Traaen, 3372 NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND THE Col. Juan A. Ruiz, 8943 The following named officers for appoint- HUMANITIES The following named officer for appoint- ment in the United States Army to the grade ment in United States Navy to the grade in- Stephen W. Porter, of the District of Co- dicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: lumbia, to be a Member of the National indicated while assigned to a position of im- Council on the Arts for a term expiring Sep- portance and responsibility under title 10, To be rear admiral tember 3, 2012. U.S.C., section 601: Rear Adm. (lh) Gerald R. Beaman, 7819 NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY To be lieutenant general Rear Adm. (lh) Mark S. Boensel, 9146 Lt. Gen. Ronald L. Burgess, Jr., 2986 Rear Adm. (lh) Dan W. Davenport, 4237 Cynthia Allen Wainscott, of Georgia, to be Rear Adm. (lh) William E. Gortney, 9997 The following named officer for appoint- a Member of the National Council on Dis- Rear Adm. (lh) Cecil E.D. Haney, 0815 ment in the United States Army to the grade ability for a term expiring September 17, Rear Adm. (lh) Harry B. Harris, Jr., 2998 indicated while assigned to a position of im- 2008. Rear Adm. (lh) Joseph D. Kernan, 3385 portance and responsibility under title 10, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY Rear Adm. (lh) Michael A. Lefever, 2036 U.S.C., section 601 Steven Jeffrey Isakowitz, of Virginia, to be Rear Adm. (lh) Charles J. Leidig, Jr., 4367 Chief Financial Officer, Department of En- To be lieutenant general Rear Adm. (lh) Archer M. Macy, Jr., 7023 ergy. Maj. Gen. Michael A Vane, 9890 Rear Adm. (lh) Charles W. Martoglio, 2785

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ZAUNER, which nominations were indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section 624: received by the Senate and appeared in the the Senate, the President of the Sen- To be rear admiral (lower half) Congressional Record of March 19, 2007. ate, the President pro tempore, and the majority and minority leaders be au- Captain Joseph P. Aucoin, 7194 PN532 AIR FORCE nomination of Anil P. Captain Patrick H. Brady, 7370 Rajadhyax, which was received by the Sen- thorized to make appointments to com- Captain Ted N. Branch, 6225 ate and appeared in the Congressional missions, committees, boards, con- Captain Paul J. Bushong, 1319 Record of May 9, 2007. ferences, or interparliamentary con- PN533 AIR FORCE nominations (2) begin- Captain James F. Caldwell, Jr, 5859 ferences authorized by law, by concur- ning DAREN S. DANIELSON, and ending Captain Thomas H. Copeman, III, 8822 COLLEEN M. FITZPATRICK, which nomina- rent action of the two Houses, or by Captain Philip S. Davidson, 3050 tions were received by the Senate and ap- order of the Senate. Captain Kevin M. Donegan, 5361 peared in the Congressional Record of May 9, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Captain Patrick Driscoll, 5178 2007. objection, it is so ordered. Captain Earl L. Gay, 8829 PN534 AIR FORCE nominations (4) begin- Captain Mark D. Guadagnini, 5808 f ning BRET R. BOYLE, and ending CHAD A. Captain Joseph A. Horn, 3338 WEDDELL, which nominations were re- ORDER FOR COMMITTEES TO RE- Captain Anthony M. Kurta, 8509 ceived by the Senate and appeared in the PORT LEGISLATIVE AND EXECU- Captain Richard B. Landolt, 1248 Congressional Record of May 9, 2007. Captain Sean A. Pybus, 7161 TIVE CALENDAR BUSINESS ON PN535 AIR FORCE nominations (3) begin- Captain John M. Richardson, 1324 MAY 31, 2007 ning LILLIAN C. CONNER, and ending JON- Captain Thomas S. Rowden, 5003 ATHAN L. RONES, which nominations were Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask Captain Nora W. Tyson, 2668 received by the Senate and appeared in the unanimous consent that on Thursday, DEPARTMENT OF STATE Congressional Record of May 9, 2007. May 31, from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, not- Mark P. Lagon, of Virginia, to be Director PN536 AIR FORCE nominations (10) begin- withstanding the recess of the Senate, of the Office to Monitor and Combat Traf- ning NANCY J. S. ALTHOUSE, and ending the Senate committees may report leg- ficking, with the rank of Ambassador at PHICK H. NG, which nominations were re- islative and executive calendar busi- Large. ceived by the Senate and appeared in the ness. Congressional Record of May 9, 2007. DEPARTMENT OF STATE The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without IN THE ARMY Phillip Carter, III, of Virginia, a Career objection, it is so ordered. PN469 ARMY nomination of Timothy E. Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class f of Counselor, to be Ambassador Extraor- Trainor, which was received by the Senate dinary and Plenipotentiary of the United and appeared in the Congressional Record of INDIAN CHILD PROTECTION AND States of America to the Republic of Guinea. April 26, 2007. FAMILY VIOLENCE ACT AMEND- R. Niels Marquardt, of California, a Career PN537 ARMY nomination of Glen L. MENTS OF 2007 Dorner, which was received by the Senate Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- and appeared in the Congressional Record of traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the May 9, 2007. unanimous consent that the Senate United States of America to the Republic of PN538 ARMY nominations (2) beginning proceed to the immediate consider- Madagascar, and to serve concurrently and SHIRLEY S. MIRESEPASSI, and ending ation of calendar No. 110, S. 398. without additional compensation as Ambas- SCOTT L. DIERING, which nominations The PRESIDING OFFICER. The sador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of were received by the Senate and appeared in clerk will state the bill by title. the United States of America to the Union of the Congressional Record of May 9, 2007. The legislative clerk read as follows: Comoros. IN THE FOREIGN SERVICE A bill (S. 398) to amend the Indian Child Janet E. Garvey, of Massachusetts, a Ca- PN115–3 FOREIGN SERVICE nomination of Protection and Family Violence Prevention reer Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Ross Marvin Hicks, which was received by Act to identify and remove barriers to reduc- Class of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambas- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- ing child abuse, to provide for examinations sador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of sional Record of January 10, 2007. of certain children, and for other purposes. the United States of America to the Republic PN312–1 FOREIGN SERVICE nominations of Cameroon. (217) beginning Patricia A. Miller, and end- There being no objection, the Senate Cameron R. Hume, of New York, a Career ing Dean L. Smith, which nominations were proceeded to consider the bill. Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class received by the Senate and appeared in the Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask of Career Minister, to be Ambassador Ex- Congressional Record of March 7, 2007. unanimous consent that the amend- traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the PN387 FOREIGN SERVICE nominations ment at the desk be considered agreed United States of America to the Republic of (21) beginning Edward W. Birgells, and end- to, the bill, as amended, be read the Indonesia. ing Andrea J. Yates, which nominations third time and passed, the motion to James R. Keith, of Virginia, a Career Mem- were received by the Senate and appeared in reconsider laid on the table, and that ber of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of the Congressional Record of March 22, 2007. any statements relating thereto be Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- IN THE NAVY traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the printed in the RECORD, as if read, with PN539 NAVY nomination of George N. United States of America to Malaysia. no intervening action or debate. Thompson, which was received by the Senate Miriam K. Hughes, of Florida, a Career The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and appeared in the Congressional Record of Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class objection, it is so ordered. May 9, 2007. of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- PN553 NAVY nomination of Dea The amendment (No. 1256) was agreed traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Brueggemeyer, which was received by the to, as follows: United States of America to the Federated Senate and appeared in the Congressional (Purpose: To modify the conforming States of Micronesia. Record of May 9, 2007. amendments section) Ravic Rolf Huso, of Hawaii, a Career Mem- PN554 NAVY nominations (2) beginning On page 20, strike lines 10 through 13 and ber of the Senior Foreign Service, Class of NEAL P. RIDGE, and ending RALPH L. Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- insert the following: RAYA, which nominations the Senate and (a) OFFENSES COMMITTED WITHIN INDIAN traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the appeared in the Congressional Record of May COUNTRY.—Section 1153(a) of title 18, United United States of America to the Lao People’s 9, 2007. States Code, is amended by striking ‘‘felony Democratic Republic. child abuse or neglect’’ and inserting ‘‘felony Hans G. Klemm, of Michigan, a Career f child abuse, felony child neglect’’. Member of the Senior Foreign Service, Class LEGISLATIVE SESSION of Minister-Counselor, to be Ambassador Ex- The bill (S. 398), as amended, was or- traordinary and Plenipotentiary of the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- dered to be engrossed for a third read- United States of America to the Democratic ate will now return to legislative ses- ing, was read the third time, and Republic of Timor-Leste. sion. passed, as follows:

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REPORTING PROCEDURES. individual; or This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Indian Child Section 404 of the Indian Child Protection ‘‘(2) an officer of any other Federal, State, Protection and Family Violence Prevention and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 or tribal agency that requires the informa- Act Amendments of 2007’’. U.S.C. 3203) is amended— (1) in subsection (c)— tion to carry out the duties of the officer SEC. 2. FINDINGS AND PURPOSE. (A) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘(1) With- under section 406. Section 402 of the Indian Child Protection in’’ and inserting the following: ‘‘(f) REPORT.—Not later than 1 year after and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than’’; and the date of enactment of this subsection, and U.S.C. 3201) is amended— (B) in paragraph (2)— annually thereafter, the Secretary shall sub- (1) in subsection (a)— (i) by striking ‘‘(2)(A) Any’’ and inserting mit to the Committees on Indian Affairs and (A) in paragraph (1)— the following: the Judiciary of the Senate and the Commit- (i) by redesignating subparagraphs (E) and ‘‘(2) INVESTIGATION OF REPORTS.— tees on Natural Resources and the Judiciary (F) as subparagraphs (F) and (G), respec- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Any’’; of the House of Representatives a report on tively; and (ii) in subparagraph (B)— child abuse in Indian country during the pre- (ii) by inserting after subparagraph (D) the (I) by striking ‘‘(B) Upon’’ and inserting ceding year. following: the following: ‘‘(g) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— There are authorized to be appropriated such ‘‘(E) the Federal Government and certain ‘‘(B) FINAL WRITTEN REPORT.—On’’; and State governments are responsible for inves- (II) by inserting ‘‘including any Federal, sums as are necessary to carry out this sec- tigating and prosecuting certain felony State, or tribal final conviction, and provide tion for each of fiscal years 2008 through crimes, including child abuse, in Indian to the Federal Bureau of Investigation a 2012.’’. country, pursuant to chapter 53 of title 18, copy of the report’’ before the period at the SEC. 5. REMOVAL OF IMPEDIMENTS TO REDUC- ING CHILD ABUSE. United States Code;’’; and end; and Section 405 of the Indian Child Protection (B) in paragraph (2)— (iii) by adding at the end the following: and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 (i) in the matter preceding subparagraph ‘‘(C) MAINTENANCE OF FINAL REPORTS.—The U.S.C. 3204) is amended to read as follows: (A), by striking ‘‘two’’ and inserting ‘‘the’’; Federal Bureau of Investigation shall main- (ii) in subparagraph (A), by striking ‘‘and’’ tain a record of each written report sub- ‘‘SEC. 405. REMOVAL OF IMPEDIMENTS TO RE- DUCING CHILD ABUSE. at the end; mitted under this subsection or subsection ‘‘(a) STUDY.—The Secretary, in consulta- (iii) in subparagraph (B), by striking the (b) in a manner in which the report is acces- period at the end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and tion with the Attorney General and the sible to— Service, shall conduct a study under which (iv) by adding at the end the following: ‘‘(i) a local law enforcement agency that ‘‘(C) identify and remove any impediment the Secretary shall identify any impediment requires the information to carry out an offi- to the reduction of child abuse in Indian to the immediate investigation of incidents cial duty; and of child abuse in Indian country.’’; and country and on Indian reservations. ‘‘(ii) any agency requesting the informa- ‘‘(b) INCLUSIONS.—The study under sub- (2) in subsection (b)— tion under section 408. section (a) shall include a description of— (A) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting ‘‘(D) REPORT TO CONGRESS.—Not later than ‘‘(1) any impediment, or recent progress the following: 1 year after the date of enactment of this made with respect to removing impediments, ‘‘(3) provide for a background investigation subsection, and annually thereafter, the Di- to reporting child abuse in Indian country; for any employee or volunteer who has ac- rector of the Federal Bureau of Investiga- ‘‘(2) any impediment, or recent progress cess to children;’’; and tion, in coordination with the Secretary and made with respect to removing impediments, (B) in paragraph (6), by striking ‘‘Area Of- the Attorney General, shall submit to the to Federal, State, and tribal investigations fice’’ and inserting ‘‘Regional Office’’. Committees on Indian Affairs and the Judici- and prosecutions of allegations of child SEC. 3. DEFINITIONS. ary of the Senate and the Committees on abuse in Indian country; and Section 403 of the Indian Child Protection Natural Resources and the Judiciary of the ‘‘(3) any impediment, or recent progress and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 House of Representatives a report on child made with respect to removing impediments, U.S.C. 3202) is amended— abuse in Indian country during the preceding to the treatment of child abuse in Indian (1) by redesignating paragraphs (6) through year. country. (18) as paragraphs (7) through (19), respec- ‘‘(E) COLLECTION OF DATA.—Not less fre- ‘‘(c) REPORT.—Not later than 18 months tively; quently than once each year, the Secretary, after the date of enactment of the Indian (2) by inserting after paragraph (5) the fol- in consultation with the Secretary of Health Child Protection and Family Violence Pre- lowing: and Human Services, the Attorney General, vention Act Amendments of 2007, the Sec- ‘‘(6) ‘final conviction’ means the final judg- the Director of the Federal Bureau of Inves- retary shall submit to the Committees on In- ment on a verdict or finding of guilty, a plea tigation, and any Indian tribe, shall— dian Affairs and the Judiciary of the Senate, of guilty, or a plea of nolo contendere, but ‘‘(i) collect any information concerning and the Committees on Natural Resources does not include a final judgment that has child abuse in Indian country (including re- and the Judiciary of the House of Represent- been expunged by pardon, reversed, set aside, ports under subsection (b)), including infor- atives, a report describing— or otherwise rendered void;’’; mation relating to, during the preceding cal- ‘‘(1) the findings of the study under this (3) in paragraph (13) (as redesignated by endar year— section; and paragraph (1)), by striking ‘‘that agency’’ ‘‘(I) the number of criminal and civil child ‘‘(2) recommendations for legislative ac- and all that follows through ‘‘Indian tribe’’ abuse allegations and investigations in In- tions, if any, to reduce instances of child and inserting ‘‘the Federal, State, or tribal dian country; abuse in Indian country.’’. agency’’; ‘‘(II) the number of child abuse prosecu- SEC. 6. CONFIDENTIALITY. (4) in paragraph (14) (as redesignated by tions referred, declined, or deferred in Indian Section 406 of the Indian Child Protection paragraph (1)), by inserting ‘‘(including a country; and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 tribal law enforcement agency operating ‘‘(III) the number of child victims who are U.S.C. 3205) is amended to read as follows: pursuant to a grant, contract, or compact the subject of reports of child abuse in In- ‘‘SEC. 406. CONFIDENTIALITY. under the Indian Self-Determination and dian country; ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et ‘‘(IV) sentencing patterns of individuals other provision of law, any Federal, State, or seq.))’’ after ‘‘State law enforcement agen- convicted of child abuse in Indian country; tribal government agency that treats or in- cy’’; and vestigates incidents of child abuse may pro- (5) in paragraph (18) (as redesignated by ‘‘(V) rates of recidivism with respect to vide information and records to an officer of paragraph (1)), by striking ‘‘and’’ at the end; child abuse in Indian country; and any other Federal, State, or tribal govern- (6) in paragraph (19) (as redesignated by ‘‘(ii) to the maximum extent practicable, ment agency that requires the information paragraph (1)), by striking the period at the reduce the duplication of information collec- to carry out the duties of the officer, in ac- end and inserting ‘‘; and’’; and tion under clause (i).’’; and cordance with section 552a of title 5, United (7) by adding at the end the following: (2) by adding at the end the following: States Code, section 361 of the Public Health ‘‘(20) ‘telemedicine’ means a telecommuni- ‘‘(e) CONFIDENTIALITY OF CHILDREN.—No Service Act (42 U.S.C. 264), the Family Edu- cations link to an end user through the use local law enforcement agency or local child cational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 (20 of eligible equipment that electronically protective services agency shall disclose the U.S.C. 1232g), part C of title XI of the Social links health professionals or patients and name of, or information concerning, the Security Act (42 U.S.C. 1320d et seq.), and health professionals at separate sites in child to anyone other than— other applicable Federal law.

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‘‘(b) TREATMENT OF INDIAN TRIBES.—For tion for each of fiscal years 2008 through tribe or tribal consortium that is a member purposes of this section, an Indian tribal 2012.’’. of a grant, contract, or compact relating to government shall be considered to be an en- SEC. 10. INDIAN CHILD RESOURCE AND FAMILY an Indian child protection and family vio- tity of the Federal Government.’’. SERVICES CENTERS. lence prevention program under the Indian SEC. 7. WAIVER OF PARENTAL CONSENT. Section 410 of the Indian Child Protection Self-Determination and Education Assist- Section 407 of the Indian Child Protection and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 ance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.).’’; and and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 U.S.C. 3209) is amended— (D) in the third sentence, by striking ‘‘This U.S.C. 3206) is amended— (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘area of- section’’ and inserting the following: (1) in subsection (a), by inserting ‘‘and fo- fice’’ and inserting ‘‘Regional Office’’; ‘‘(3) EFFECT OF SECTION.—This section’’; rensic’’ after ‘‘psychological’’; and (2) in subsection (b), by striking ‘‘The Sec- and (2) by striking subsection (c) and inserting retary’’ and all that follows through ‘‘Human (7) by striking subsection (h) and inserting the following: Services’’ and inserting ‘‘The Secretary, the the following: ‘‘(c) PROTECTION OF CHILD.—Any examina- Secretary of Health and Human Services, ‘‘(h) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— tion or interview of a child who may have and the Attorney General’’; There are authorized to be appropriated such been the subject of child abuse shall— (3) in subsection (d)— sums as are necessary to carry out this sec- ‘‘(1) be conducted under such cir- (A) in paragraph (4), by inserting ‘‘, State,’’ tion for each of fiscal years 2008 through cumstances and using such safeguards as are after ‘‘Federal’’; and 2012.’’. necessary to minimize additional trauma to (B) in paragraph (5), by striking ‘‘agency SEC. 11. USE OF TELEMEDICINE. the child; office’’ and inserting ‘‘Regional Office’’; The Indian Child Protection and Family ‘‘(2) avoid, to the maximum extent prac- (4) in subsection (e)— Violence Prevention Act (25 U.S.C. 3201 et ticable, subjecting the child to multiple (A) in paragraph (2), by striking the seq.) is amended by adding at the end the fol- interviewers during the examination and comma at the end and inserting a semicolon; lowing: interview processes; and (B) by striking paragraph (3) and inserting ‘‘SEC. 412. USE OF TELEMEDICINE. ‘‘(3) as time permits, be conducted using the following: ‘‘(a) DEFINITION OF MEDICAL OR BEHAVIORAL advice from, or under the guidance of— ‘‘(3) adolescent mental and behavioral HEALTH PROFESSIONAL.—In this section, the ‘‘(A) a local multidisciplinary team estab- health (including suicide prevention and term ‘medical or behavioral health profes- lished under section 411; or treatment);’’; sional’ means an employee or volunteer of an ‘‘(B) if a local multidisciplinary team is (C) in paragraph (4), by striking the period organization that provides a service as part not established under section 411, a multi- at the end and inserting ‘‘and sexual as- of a comprehensive service program that disciplinary team established under section sault;’’; and combines— 410.’’. (D) by adding at the end the following: ‘‘(1) substance abuse (including abuse of al- SEC. 8. CHARACTER INVESTIGATIONS. ‘‘(5) criminal prosecution; and cohol, drugs, inhalants, and tobacco) preven- Section 408 of the Indian Child Protection ‘‘(6) medicine.’’; tion and treatment; and and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 (5) in subsection (f)— ‘‘(2) mental health treatment. U.S.C. 3207) is amended— (A) in the first sentence, by striking ‘‘The ‘‘(b) CONTRACTS AND AGREEMENTS.—The (1) in subsection (a)— Secretary’’ and all that follows through Service is authorized to enter into any con- (A) in paragraph (1)— ‘‘Human Services’’ and inserting the fol- tract or agreement for the use of telemedi- (i) by inserting ‘‘, including any voluntary lowing: cine with a public or private university or fa- positions,’’ after ‘‘authorized positions’’; and ‘‘(1) ESTABLISHMENT.—The Secretary, in cility, including a medical university or fa- (ii) by striking the comma at the end and consultation with the Service and the Attor- cility, or any private medical or behavioral inserting a semicolon; and ney General’’; health professional, with experience relating (B) in paragraph (2)— (B) in the second sentence— to pediatrics, including the diagnosis and (i) by inserting ‘‘(including in a volunteer (i) by striking ‘‘Each’’ and inserting the treatment of child abuse, to assist the Serv- capacity)’’ after ‘‘considered for employ- following ice with respect to— ment’’; and ‘‘(2) MEMBERSHIP.—Each’’; and ‘‘(1) the diagnosis and treatment of child (ii) by striking ‘‘, and’’ and inserting ‘‘; (ii) by striking ‘‘shall consist of 7 mem- abuse; or and’’; bers’’ and inserting ‘‘shall be’’; ‘‘(2) methods of training Service personnel (2) in subsection (b), by striking ‘‘guilty (C) in the third sentence, by striking in diagnosing and treating child abuse. to’’ and all that follows and inserting the fol- ‘‘Members’’ and inserting the following: ‘‘(c) ADMINISTRATION.—In carrying out sub- lowing: ‘‘guilty to, any felony offense under ‘‘(3) COMPENSATION.—Members’’; and section (b), the Service shall, to the max- Federal, State, or tribal law, or 2 or more (D) in the fourth sentence, by striking imum extent practicable— misdemeanor offenses under Federal, State, ‘‘The advisory’’ and inserting the following: ‘‘(1) use existing telemedicine infrastruc- or tribal law, involving— ‘‘(4) DUTIES.—Each advisory’’; ture; and ‘‘(1) a crime of violence; (6) in subsection (g)— ‘‘(2) give priority to Service units and med- ‘‘(2) sexual assault; (A) by striking ‘‘(g)’’ and all that follows ical facilities operated pursuant to grants, ‘‘(3) child abuse; through ‘‘Indian Child Resource’’ and insert- contracts, or compacts under the Indian ‘‘(4) molestation; ing the following: Self-Determination and Education Assist- ‘‘(5) child sexual exploitation; ‘‘(g) APPLICATION OF INDIAN SELF-DETER- ance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.) that are lo- ‘‘(6) sexual contact; MINATION AND EDUCATION ASSISTANCE ACT TO cated in, or providing service to, remote ‘‘(7) child neglect; CENTERS.— areas of Indian country. ‘‘(8) prostitution; or ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Indian Child Resource’’; ‘‘(d) INFORMATION AND CONSULTATION.—On ‘‘(9) another offense against a child.’’; and (B) in the first sentence, by striking ‘‘Act’’ receipt of a request, for purposes of this sec- (3) by adding at the end the following: and inserting ‘‘and Education Assistance Act tion, the Service may provide to public and ‘‘(d) EFFECT ON CHILD PLACEMENT.—An In- (25 U.S.C. 450 et seq.)’’; private universities and facilities, including dian tribe that submits a written statement (C) by striking the second sentence and in- medical universities and facilities, and med- to the applicable State official documenting serting the following: ical or behavioral health professionals de- that the Indian tribe has conducted a back- ‘‘(2) CERTAIN REGIONAL OFFICES.— scribed in subsection (b) any information or ground investigation under this section for ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in consultation on the treatment of Indian chil- the placement of an Indian child in a trib- subparagraph (B), if a Center is located in a dren who have, or may have, been subject to ally-licensed or tribally-approved foster care Regional Office of the Bureau that serves abuse or neglect. or adoptive home, or for another out-of-home more than 1 Indian tribe, an application to ‘‘(e) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— placement, shall be considered to have satis- enter into a grant, contract, or compact There are authorized to be appropriated such fied the background investigation require- under the Indian Self-Determination and sums as are necessary to carry out this sec- ments of any Federal or State law requiring Education Assistance Act (25 U.S.C. 450 et tion for each of fiscal years 2008 through such an investigation.’’. seq.) to operate the Center shall contain a 2012.’’. SEC. 9. INDIAN CHILD ABUSE TREATMENT GRANT consent form signed by an official of each In- SEC. 12. CONFORMING AMENDMENTS. PROGRAM. dian tribe to be served under the grant, con- (a) OFFENSES COMMITTED WITHIN INDIAN Section 409 of the Indian Child Protection tract, or compact. COUNTRY.—Section 1153(a) of title 18, United and Family Violence Prevention Act (25 ‘‘(B) ALASKA REGION.—Notwithstanding States Code, is amended by striking ‘‘felony U.S.C. 3208) is amended by striking sub- subparagraph (A), for Centers located in the child abuse or neglect’’ and inserting ‘‘felony section (e) and inserting the following: Alaska Region, an application to enter into child abuse, felony child neglect’’. ‘‘(e) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— a grant, contract, or compact described in (b) REPORTING OF CHILD ABUSE.—Section There are authorized to be appropriated such that subparagraph shall contain a consent 1169 of title 18, United States Code, is amend- sums as are necessary to carry out this sec- form signed by an official of each Indian ed—

VerDate Mar 15 2010 13:19 May 18, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0686 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\S25MY7.001 S25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD—SENATE, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14393 (1) in subsection (a)(1)— The bill (S. 1532) was ordered to be Opportunity Zone clean-up cost’’ each place (A) in subparagraph (B), by inserting ‘‘or engrossed for a third reading, was read it appears, and volunteering for’’ after ‘‘employed by’’; the third time, and passed, as follows: (B) by substituting ‘‘beginning on May 4, (B) in subparagraph (D)— 2007, and ending on December 31, 2009’’ for (i) by inserting ‘‘or volunteer’’ after ‘‘child S. 1532 ‘‘beginning on August 28, 2005, and ending on day care worker’’; and Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- December 31, 2007’’ in paragraph (2) thereof. (ii) by striking ‘‘worker in a group home’’ resentatives of the United States of America in (7) TREATMENT OF PUBLIC UTILITY PROPERTY and inserting ‘‘worker or volunteer in a Congress assembled, DISASTER LOSSES.—Section 1400N(o) of such group home’’; SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Code. (C) in subparagraph (E), by striking ‘‘or This Act may be cited as ‘‘Kansas Disaster (8) TREATMENT OF NET OPERATING LOSSES psychological assistant,’’ and inserting ‘‘psy- Tax Relief Assistance Act’’. ATTRIBUTABLE TO STORM LOSSES.—Section chological or psychiatric assistant, or person SEC. 2. TEMPORARY TAX RELIEF FOR KIOWA 1400N(k) of such Code— employed in the mental or behavioral health COUNTY, KANSAS AND SUR- (A) by substituting ‘‘qualified Recovery profession;’’; ROUNDING AREA. Assistance loss’’ for ‘‘qualified Gulf Oppor- (D) in subparagraph (F), by striking The following provisions of or relating to tunity Zone loss’’ each place it appears, ‘‘child’’ and inserting ‘‘individual’’; the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 shall (B) by substituting ‘‘after May 3, 2007, and (E) by striking subparagraph (G), and in- apply, in addition to the areas described in before on January 1, 2010’’ for ‘‘after August serting the following: such provisions, to an area with respect to 27, 2005, and before January 1, 2008’’ each ‘‘(G) foster parent; or’’; and which a major disaster has been declared by place it appears, (F) in subparagraph (H), by striking ‘‘law the President under section 401 of the Robert (C) by substituting ‘‘May 4, 2007’’ for ‘‘Au- enforcement officer, probation officer’’ and T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency gust 28, 2005’’ in paragraph (2)(B)(ii)(I) there- inserting ‘‘law enforcement personnel, pro- Assistance Act (FEMA–1699–DR, as in effect of, bation officer, criminal prosecutor’’; and on the date of the enactment of this Act) by (D) by substituting ‘‘qualified Recovery (2) in subsection (c), by striking para- reason of severe storms and tornados begin- Assistance property’’ for ‘‘qualified Gulf Op- graphs (3) and (4) and inserting the following: ning on May 4, 2007, and determined by the portunity Zone property’’ in paragraph ‘‘(3) ‘local child protective services agency’ President to warrant individual or individual (2)(B)(iv) thereof, and has the meaning given the term in section and public assistance from the Federal Gov- (E) by substituting ‘‘qualified Recovery As- 403 of the Indian Child Protection and Fam- ernment under such Act with respect to sistance casualty loss’’ for ‘‘qualified Gulf ily Violence Prevention Act (25 U.S.C. 3202); damages attributed to such storms and tor- Opportunity Zone casualty loss’’ each place and nados: it appears. ‘‘(4) ‘local law enforcement agency’ has the (1) SUSPENSION OF CERTAIN LIMITATIONS ON (9) TREATMENT OF REPRESENTATIONS RE- meaning given the term in section 403 of that PERSONAL CASUALTY LOSSES.—Section GARDING INCOME ELIGIBILITY FOR PURPOSES OF Act.’’. 1400S(b)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code of QUALIFIED RENTAL PROJECT REQUIREMENTS.— 1986, by substituting ‘‘May 4, 2007’’ for ‘‘Au- Section 1400N(n) of such Code. f gust 25, 2005’’. (10) SPECIAL RULES FOR USE OF RETIREMENT KANSAS DISASTER TAX RELIEF (2) EXTENSION OF REPLACEMENT PERIOD FOR FUNDS.—Section 1400Q of such Code— ASSISTANCE ACT NONRECOGNITION OF GAIN.—Section 405 of the (A) by substituting ‘‘qualified Recovery Katrina Emergency Tax Relief Act of 2005, Assistance distribution’’ for ‘‘qualified hurri- Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask by substituting ‘‘on or after May 4, 2007, by cane distribution’’ each place it appears, unanimous consent that the Senate reason of the May 4, 2007, storms and tor- (B) by substituting ‘‘on or after May 4, proceed to the consideration of S. 1532. nados’’ for ‘‘on or after August 25, 2005, by 2007, and before January 1, 2009’’ for ‘‘on or The PRESIDING OFFICER. The reason of Hurricane Katrina’’. after August 25, 2005, and before January 1, clerk will state the bill by title. (3) EMPLOYEE RETENTION CREDIT FOR EM- 2007’’ in subsection (a)(4)(A)(i), The legislative clerk read as follows: PLOYERS AFFECTED BY MAY 4 STORMS AND TOR- (C) by substituting ‘‘qualified storm dis- NADOS.—Section 1400R(a) of the Internal Rev- tribution’’ for ‘‘qualified Katrina distribu- A bill (S. 1532) to extend tax relief to resi- enue Code of 1986— tion’’ each place it appears, dents and businesses of an area with respect (A) by substituting ‘‘May 4, 2007’’ for ‘‘Au- (D) by substituting ‘‘after November 4, to which a major disaster has been declared gust 28, 2005’’ each place it appears, 2006, and before May 5, 2007’’ for ‘‘after Feb- by the President under section 401 of the (B) by substituting ‘‘January 1, 2008’’ for ruary 28, 2005, and before August 29, 2005’’ in Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emer- ‘‘January 1, 2006’’ both places it appears, and subsection (b)(2)(B)(ii), gency Assistance Act (FEMA–1699–DR) by (C) only with respect to eligible employers (E) by substituting ‘‘beginning on May 4, reason of severe storms and tornados begin- who employed an average of not more than 2007, and ending on November 5, 2007’’ for ning on May 4, 2007, and determined by the 200 employees on business days during the ‘‘beginning on August 25, 2005, and ending on President to warrant individual or individual taxable year before May 4, 2007. February 28, 2006’’ in subsection (b)(3)(A), and public assistance from the Federal Gov- (4) SPECIAL ALLOWANCE FOR CERTAIN PROP- (F) by substituting ‘‘qualified storm indi- ernment under such act. ERTY ACQUIRED ON OR AFTER MAY 5, 2007.—Sec- vidual’’ for ‘‘qualified Hurricane Katrina in- There being no objection, the Senate tion 1400N(d) of such Code— dividual’’ each place it appears, proceeded to consider the bill. (A) by substituting ‘‘qualified Recovery (G) by substituting ‘‘December 31, 2007’’ for Mr. REID. Madam President, one of Assistance property’’ for ‘‘qualified Gulf Op- ‘‘December 31, 2006’’ in subsection (c)(2)(A), the things in the bill we passed last portunity Zone property’’ each place it ap- (H) by substituting ‘‘beginning on June 4, night that was put in by the Democrats pears, 2007, and ending on December 31, 2007’’ for (B) by substituting ‘‘May 5, 2007’’ for ‘‘Au- ‘‘beginning on September 24, 2005, and ending was $40 million to take care of some of gust 28, 2005’’ each place it appears, on December 31, 2006’’ in subsection the emergency issues in Kansas. That (C) by substituting ‘‘December 31, 2008’’ for (c)(4)(A)(i), was the right thing to do. This legisla- ‘‘December 31, 2007’’ in paragraph (2)(A)(v), (I) by substituting ‘‘May 4, 2007’’ for ‘‘Au- tion we are passing now will extend tax (D) by substituting ‘‘December 31, 2009’’ for gust 25, 2005’’ in subsection (c)(4)(A)(ii), and relief to residents and businesses of ‘‘December 31, 2008’’ in paragraph (2)(A)(v), (J) by substituting ‘‘January 1, 2008’’ for Greensburg, KS, as a result of that tor- (E) by substituting ‘‘May 4, 2007’’ for ‘‘Au- ‘‘January 1, 2007’’ in subsection (d)(2)(A)(ii). gust 27, 2005’’ in paragraph (3)(A), nado. I have spoken to Senator ROB- f (F) by substituting ‘‘January 1, 2009’’ for ERTS about this. He worked on this ‘‘January 1, 2008’’ in paragraph (3)(B), and hard and I am glad we were able to sat- MEASURES READ THE FIRST (G) determined without regard to para- TIME—H.R. 2316 and H.R. 2317 isfy his requests. graph (6) thereof. Madam President, I ask unanimous (5) INCREASE IN EXPENSING UNDER SECTION Mr. REID. Madam President, it is my consent that the bill be read the third 179.—Section 1400N(e) of such Code, by sub- understanding that there are two bills time, and passed, the motion to recon- stituting ‘‘qualified section 179 Recovery As- at the desk, and I ask for their first sider be laid upon the table, that any sistance property’’ for ‘‘qualified section 179 reading, en bloc. statements relating thereto be printed Gulf Opportunity Zone property’’ each place The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without it appears. in the RECORD, and that the bill now be objection, it is so ordered. The clerk (6) EXPENSING FOR CERTAIN DEMOLITION AND held at the desk pending action by the CLEAN-UP COSTS.—Section 1400N(f) of such will report the bills by title for the House of Representatives. Code— first time. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (A) by substituting ‘‘qualified Recovery A bill (H.R. 2316) to provide more rigorous objection, it is so ordered. Assistance clean-up cost’’ for ‘‘qualified Gulf requirements with respect to disclosure and

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I now ask for a second be read three times, passed, the motion has been deemed to be the greatest reading, en bloc, and object to my own to reconsider be laid upon the table, pound-per-pound fighter in the history request, en bloc. and any statement relating to the bill of America, comparable to Sugar Ray The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- be printed in the RECORD, with no in- tervening action or debate. And we got Robinson. tion having been heard, the bills will It is nice that someone who is so fa- receive their second reading on the it done anyway. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without mous would remember his roots and next legislative day. have the humility that he does to treat Mr. REID. Madam President, I sug- objection, it is so ordered. The bill (S. 1537) was ordered to be me, someone whom he came to see, no gest the absence of a quorum. better than he treated all the people The PRESIDING OFFICER. The engrossed for a third reading, was read the third time, and passed, as follows: that he visited. So Nevada is fortunate clerk will call the roll. that he considers Las Vegas his home. The legislative clerk proceeded to S. 1537 call the roll. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- f Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask resentatives of the United States of America in ADJOURNMENT UNTIL MONDAY, unanimous consent that the order for Congress assembled, JUNE 4, 2007, AT 2:30 P.M. the quorum call be rescinded. SECTION 1. TRANSFERS FROM SENATE GIFT SHOP REVOLVING FUND. Mr. REID. Madam President, if there The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Section 2(c) of Public Law 102–392 (2 U.S.C. is no further business today, I now ask objection, it is so ordered. 121d(c)) is amended by adding at the end the unanimous consent that the Senate Mr. REID. Madam President, I also following: stand adjourned under the provisions of wish you a happy birthday. ‘‘(3) The Secretary of the Senate may H. Con. Res. 158, recognizing that there The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without transfer from the fund to the Senate Em- will be no rollcall votes on the first day objection, it is so ordered. ployee Child Care Center proceeds from the we get back, Monday, June 4, 2007. Mr. REID. Thanks for being here on sale of holiday ornaments by the Senate Gift There being no objection, the Senate, your birthday. I appreciate it. Shop for the purpose of funding necessary ac- tivities and expenses of the Center, including at 1:28 p.m, adjourned until Monday, f scholarships, educational supplies, and June 4, 2007, at 2:30 p.m. equipment.’’. f AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER OF CERTAIN FUNDS f NOMINATIONS Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask ORDERS FOR MONDAY, JUNE 4, Executive nomination received by unanimous consent that the Senate 2007 the Senate May 25, 2007: proceed to the immediate consider- Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask IN THE AIR FORCE ation of S. 1537, introduced earlier unanimous consent that when the Sen- THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- today. ate completes its business today, it CATED IN ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE II, SECTION 2, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The stand adjourned until 2:30 Monday, CLAUSE 2, OF THE CONSTITUTION: clerk will report the bill by title. June 4; that on that day, following the To be brigadier general The legislative clerk read as follows: prayer and pledge, the Journal of pro- COL. MARK W. TILLMAN, 0000 A bill (S. 1537) to authorize the transfer of ceedings be approved to date, the f certain funds from the Senate Gift Shop Re- morning hour be deemed expired, and CONFIRMATIONS volving Fund to the Senate Employee Child the time for the two leaders reserved Care Center. for their use later in the day; that Executive nominations confirmed by There being no objection, the Senate there then be a period of morning busi- the Senate Friday, May 25, 2007: proceeded to consider the bill. ness for 60 minutes, with Senators per- UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL Mr. REID. Madam President, I have mitted to speak for up to 10 minutes DEVELOPMENT to say this: The night before last at 9 each, and that the time be equally di- DOUGLAS MENARCHIK, OF TEXAS, TO BE AN ASSIST- ANT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY o’clock at night, I got a call from the vided and controlled between the two FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. White House. They were upset because leaders or their designees; that upon KATHERINE ALMQUIST, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AN AS- SISTANT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES of this Christmas ornament issue on conclusion of morning business, the AGENCY FOR INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. the emergency supplemental; it is so Senate resume consideration of S. 1348, PAUL J. BONICELLI, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE AN ASSISTANT ADMINISTRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES AGENCY FOR bad—Christmas tree ornaments in the the immigration legislation. INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT. emergency supplemental. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS I said: Do you know what it is about? objection, it is so ordered. THOMAS E. HARVEY, OF NEW YORK, TO BE AN ASSIST- It is about the Senate Day Care Center. f ANT SECRETARY OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (CONGRES- They have sold Christmas tree orna- SIONAL AFFAIRS). ments every year to defray the cost for FLOYD MAYWEATHER DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY Senate employees for childcare. It Mr. REID. Madam President, I know GREGORY B. CADE, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE ADMINIS- TRATOR OF THE UNITED STATES FIRE ADMINISTRATION, doesn’t cost the Government anything, everyone wants to leave, but I have to DEPARTMENT OF HOMELAND SECURITY. but some lawyer said they didn’t have say this. As a younger man, I had a few INSTITUTE OF MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES the legal authority to do that, and we fights in the ring. They were very DOUGLAS G. MYERS, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE A MEMBER put language in the emergency supple- minor compared to real fights in the OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES BOARD FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 6, 2011. mental to allow the Senate Day Care ring with good fighters, but I had some. JEFFREY PATCHEN, OF INDIANA, TO BE A MEMBER OF to sell Christmas tree ornaments. Today, I had the pleasure of visiting THE NATIONAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES BOARD FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 6, 2011. They said: If you put it in there, the with a Las Vegas resident, Floyd LOTSEE PATTERSON, OF OKLAHOMA, TO BE A MEMBER President is going to veto the bill. So Mayweather, who just beat Oscar De OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM AND LIBRARY SERVICES we took it out. La Hoya in a split decision—a very big BOARD FOR A TERM EXPIRING DECEMBER 6, 2011. Can you imagine that? It is hard for fight in Las Vegas. He is a Las Vegas NATIONAL FOUNDATION ON THE ARTS AND THE me to comprehend, in a budget involv- resident, as I mentioned, and I wanted HUMANITIES ing $120 billion, the President threat- the record to reflect how gracious this STEPHEN W. PORTER, OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, TO BE A MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON THE ens to veto it over Christmas tree orna- man was to everyone who came up to ARTS FOR A TERM EXPIRING SEPTEMBER 3, 2012.

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NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY To be brigadier general To be rear admiral (lower half) CYNTHIA ALLEN WAINSCOTT, OF GEORGIA, TO BE A COL. CHARLES W. HOOPER, 0000 CAPT. ROBERT J. BIANCHI, 0000 MEMBER OF THE NATIONAL COUNCIL ON DISABILITY CAPT. THOMAS C. TRAAEN, 0000 FOR A TERM EXPIRING SEPTEMBER 17, 2008. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTIONS 624 AND 3064: IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: STEVEN JEFFREY ISAKOWITZ, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE To be brigadier general CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER, DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY. To be rear admiral COL. LOREE K. SUTTON, 0000 DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE REAR ADM. (LH) GERALD R. BEAMAN, 0000 THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT REAR ADM. (LH) MARK S. BOENSEL, 0000 MARIO MANCUSO, OF NEW YORK, TO BE UNDER SEC- AS CHIEF OF CHAPLAINS, UNITED STATES ARMY AND AP- REAR ADM. (LH) DAN W. DAVENPORT, 0000 RETARY OF COMMERCE FOR EXPORT ADMINISTRATION. POINTMENT TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER TITLE 10, REAR ADM. (LH) WILLIAM E. GORTNEY, 0000 U.S.C., SECTION 3036: NATIONAL CONSUMER COOPERATIVE BANK REAR ADM. (LH) CECIL E. D. HANEY, 0000 JANIS HERSCHKOWITZ, OF PENNSYLVANIA, TO BE A To be major general REAR ADM. (LH) HARRY B. HARRIS, JR., 0000 REAR ADM. (LH) JOSEPH D. KERNAN, 0000 MEMBER OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE NA- BRIG. GEN. DOUGLAS L. CARVER, 0000 TIONAL CONSUMER COOPERATIVE BANK FOR A TERM OF REAR ADM. (LH) MICHAEL A. LEFEVER, 0000 THREE YEARS. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT REAR ADM. (LH) CHARLES J. LEIDIG, JR., 0000 NGUYEN VAN HANH, OF CALIFORNIA, TO BE A MEMBER IN THE RESERVE OF THE ARMY TO THE GRADE INDI- REAR ADM. (LH) ARCHER M. MACY, JR., 0000 OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE NATIONAL CON- CATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: REAR ADM. (LH) CHARLES W. MARTOGLIO, 0000 SUMER COOPERATIVE BANK FOR A TERM OF THREE REAR ADM. (LH) RICHARD O’HANLON, 0000 YEARS. To be brigadier general REAR ADM. (LH) SCOTT R. VAN BUSKIRK, 0000 REAR ADM. (LH) MICHAEL C. VITALE, 0000 DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS COL. JUAN A. RUIZ, 0000 REAR ADM. (LH) RICHARD B. WREN, 0000 MICHAEL K. KUSSMAN, OF MASSACHUSETTS, TO BE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT UNDER SECRETARY FOR HEALTH OF THE DEPARTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDI- OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND CATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: DEPARTMENT OF STATE To be lieutenant general To be rear admiral (lower half) MARK P. LAGON, OF VIRGINIA, TO BE DIRECTOR OF THE CAPTAIN JOSEPH P. AUCOIN, 0000 OFFICE TO MONITOR AND COMBAT TRAFFICKING, WITH LT. GEN. RONALD L. BURGESS, JR., 0000 THE RANK OF AMBASSADOR AT LARGE. CAPTAIN PATRICK H. BRADY, 0000 PHILLIP CARTER, III, OF VIRGINIA, A CAREER MEMBER THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT CAPTAIN TED N. BRANCH, 0000 OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF COUN- IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED CAPTAIN PAUL J. BUSHONG, 0000 SELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND CAPTAIN JAMES F. CALDWELL, JR, 0000 PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: CAPTAIN THOMAS H. COPEMAN III, 0000 CAPTAIN PHILIP S. DAVIDSON, 0000 TO THE REPUBLIC OF GUINEA. To be lieutenant general R. NIELS MARQUARDT, OF CALIFORNIA, A CAREER CAPTAIN KEVIN M. DONEGAN, 0000 CAPTAIN PATRICK DRISCOLL, 0000 MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MAJ. GEN. MICHAEL A. VANE, 0000 MINISTER-COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAOR- CAPTAIN EARL L. GAY, 0000 DINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT CAPTAIN MARK D. GUADAGNINI, 0000 OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF MADAGASCAR, AND IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED CAPTAIN JOSEPH A. HORN, 0000 TO SERVE CONCURRENTLY AND WITHOUT ADDITIONAL WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND CAPTAIN ANTHONY M. KURTA, 0000 COMPENSATION AS AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: CAPTAIN RICHARD B. LANDOLT, 0000 CAPTAIN SEAN A. PYBUS, 0000 PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA To be lieutenant general TO THE UNION OF COMOROS. CAPTAIN JOHN M. RICHARDSON, 0000 JANET E. GARVEY, OF MASSACHUSETTS, A CAREER MAJ. GEN. DAVID P. FRIDOVICH, 0000 CAPTAIN THOMAS S. ROWDEN, 0000 MEMBER OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF CAPTAIN NORA W. TYSON, 0000 MINISTER-COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAOR- IN THE MARINE CORPS DINARY AND PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES IN THE AIR FORCE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT OF AMERICA TO THE REPUBLIC OF CAMEROON. TO THE GRADE OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL IN THE AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH JENNIFER CAMERON R. HUME, OF NEW YORK, A CAREER MEMBER UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS WHILE ASSIGNED TO A S. AARON AND ENDING WITH ROBERT S. ZAUNER, WHICH OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF CAREER POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- MINISTER, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MARCH 19, PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: 2007 (MINUS: MITCHELL G. MABREY). TO THE REPUBLIC OF INDONESIA. To be lieutenant general AIR FORCE NOMINATION OF ANIL P. RAJADHYAX, 0000, JAMES R. KEITH, OF VIRGINIA, A CAREER MEMBER OF TO BE MAJOR. THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MINISTER- LT. GEN. JOHN G. CASTELLAW, 0000 AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH DAREN S. COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND DANIELSON AND ENDING WITH COLLEEN M. PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT FITZPATRICK, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY TO MALAYSIA. TO THE GRADE OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL IN THE THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL MIRIAM K. HUGHES, OF FLORIDA, A CAREER MEMBER UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS WHILE ASSIGNED TO A RECORD ON MAY 9, 2007. OF THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MINISTER- POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH BRET R. COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: BOYLE AND ENDING WITH CHAD A. WEDDELL, WHICH PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA To be lieutenant general TO THE FEDERATED STATES OF MICRONESIA. NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- RAVIC ROLF HUSO, OF HAWAII, A CAREER MEMBER OF MAJ. GEN. RICHARD C. ZILMER, 0000 PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAY 9, 2007. THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MINISTER- AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH LILLIAN C. COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT CONNER AND ENDING WITH JONATHAN L. RONES, WHICH PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA TO THE GRADE OF LIEUTENANT GENERAL IN THE NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- TO THE LAO PEOPLE’S DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC. UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS WHILE ASSIGNED TO A PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAY 9, 2007. HANS G. KLEMM, OF MICHIGAN, A CAREER MEMBER OF POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER AIR FORCE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH NANCY J. S. THE SENIOR FOREIGN SERVICE, CLASS OF MINISTER- TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: ALTHOUSE AND ENDING WITH PHICK H. NG, WHICH NOMI- COUNSELOR, TO BE AMBASSADOR EXTRAORDINARY AND To be lieutenant general NATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND AP- PLENIPOTENTIARY OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA PEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAY 9, 2007. TO THE DEMOCRATIC REPUBLIC OF TIMOR-LESTE. LT. GEN. JOSEPH F. WEBER, 0000 THE ABOVE NOMINATIONS WERE APPROVED SUBJECT IN THE ARMY IN THE NAVY TO THE NOMINEES’ COMMITMENT TO RESPOND TO RE- ARMY NOMINATION OF TIMOTHY E. TRAINOR, 0000, TO QUESTS TO APPEAR AND TESTIFY BEFORE ANY DULY THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT BE COLONEL. CONSTITUTED COMMITTEE OF THE SENATE. IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED ARMY NOMINATION OF GLEN L. DORNER, 0000, TO BE IN THE AIR FORCE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: MAJOR. ARMY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH SHIRLEY S. THE FOLLOWING AIR NATIONAL GUARD OF THE UNITED To be rear admiral MIRESEPASSI AND ENDING WITH SCOTT L. DIERING, STATES OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE RESERVE REAR ADM. (LH) MICHAEL J. LYDEN, 0000 WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE OF THE AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 12203: THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT MAY 9, 2007. To be major general IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: FOREIGN SERVICE BRIGADIER GENERAL MICHAEL D. DUBIE, 0000 To be rear admiral FOREIGN SERVICE NOMINATION OF ROSS MARVIN THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT HICKS. IN THE UNITED STATES AIR FORCE TO THE GRADE INDI- REAR ADM. (LH) CHRISTINE S. HUNTER, 0000 FOREIGN SERVICE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH PA- CATED WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE REAR ADM. (LH) ADAM M. ROBINSON, JR., 0000 TRICIA A. MILLER AND ENDING WITH DEAN L. SMITH, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON 601: IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED MARCH 7, 2007 (MINUS: MITCHELL G. MABREY). UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: To be lieutenant general FOREIGN SERVICE NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH ED- MAJ. GEN. KEVIN J. SULLIVAN, 0000 To be rear admiral (lower half) WARD W. BIRGELLS AND ENDING WITH ANDREA J. YATES, WHICH NOMINATIONS WERE RECEIVED BY THE IN THE ARMY CAPT. RICHARD C. VINCI, 0000 SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MARCH 22, 2007. THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE NAVY WHILE ASSIGNED TO A POSITION OF IMPORTANCE AND UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: RESPONSIBILITY UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 601: To be rear admiral (lower half) NAVY NOMINATION OF GEORGE N. THOMPSON, 0000, TO To be lieutenant general BE CAPTAIN. CAPT. WILLIAM M. ROBERTS, 0000 NAVY NOMINATION OF DEA BRUEGGEMEYER, 0000, TO MAJ. GEN. CHARLES H. JACOBY, JR., 0000 CAPT. ALTON L. STOCKS, 0000 BE LIEUTENANT COMMANDER. NAVY NOMINATIONS BEGINNING WITH NEAL P. RIDGE THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICER FOR APPOINTMENT THE FOLLOWING NAMED OFFICERS FOR APPOINTMENT AND ENDING WITH RALPH L. RAYA, WHICH NOMINATIONS TO THE GRADE INDICATED IN THE UNITED STATES ARMY IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY TO THE GRADE INDICATED WERE RECEIVED BY THE SENATE AND APPEARED IN THE UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: UNDER TITLE 10, U.S.C., SECTION 624: CONGRESSIONAL RECORD ON MAY 9, 2007.

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IN HONOR OF SERGEANT GLENN bama and the future region came together to 2004–2006. She has even extended a helping D. HICKS, JR., UNITED STATES promote the Alabama site. hand by sponsoring two patients in the Phil- ARMY Make no mistake, Alabama encountered stiff ippines in need of medical care. Ms. Banaria competition in their recruitment attempts. also helped coordinate medical missions to HON. KAY GRANGER ThyssenKrupp chose Alabama from an initial the needy in the Philippines. She truly has OF TEXAS pool of 67 other locations in 20 States across helped many people in the Las Vegas Valley IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the country. While other States made competi- as well as in the Philippines. tive offers, ThyssenKrupp determined that Ala- Madam Speaker, it is my personal honor to Thursday, May 24, 2007 bama is the best fit—due in large part to the recognize Luzviminda Banaria, R.N., in her Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise efforts of Governor Bob Riley and Director outstanding service. I applaud her efforts and today to honor the courage of a brave and Wade. wish her continued success. dedicated hero of the Fort Worth community Over a century ago, steel was Alabama’s f and of our Nation. ‘‘cash crop’’ and steel manufacturing played a SGT Glenn D. Hicks, Jr., was a proud U.S. major role in Alabama’s industrial revolution. RECOGNIZING THE OUTSTANDING Army soldier and a true American hero who Now in 2007, Alabama is one of the leading MILITARY SERVICE OF CHIEF gallantly gave his life for his country on April producers of automobiles in the United States. YEOMAN (SURFACE WARFARE/ 28, 2007, during combat operations in Salman ThyssenKrupp’s announcement brings Ala- PARACHUTIST) DWIGHT R. SCOTT Park, Iraq. bama’s steel legacy full circle. Assigned to the Third Infantry Division, The impact of this new steel mill will be pro- HON. GENE TAYLOR Glenn enlisted during a time of war, which found. ThyssenKrupp’s new steel mill prom- OF MISSISSIPPI speaks volumes about his character and patri- ises at least 2,700 new permanent jobs, pay- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES otism. ing upwards of $50,000 a year. Construction Thursday, May 24, 2007 Moreover, he was a leader and mentor to will require almost 30,000 employees who will younger soldiers and his service as a ser- earn $40,000 to $50,000 a year. Such benefits Mr. TAYLOR. Madam Speaker, I rise today geant—the backbone of the Army, exemplifies would not be possible without the efforts of to recognize the outstanding military service that spirit. Alabama’s outstanding governor and ADO di- and contributions to our country of YNC (SW/ Sergeant Hicks is survived by his parents, rector. PJ) Dwight R. Scott, U.S. Navy, a native of Mr. and Mrs. Glenn D. Hicks, Sr., three broth- Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you and my Punta Gorda, FL, on the occasion of his retire- ers and his grandparents. colleagues to join me in honoring Alabama ment from military service on July 31, 2007. Our thoughts and prayers are with them and Governor Bob Riley and Alabama Develop- Born in 1967, Chief Scott grew up in Colum- all of Glenn’s family and friends. ment Office Director Neal Wade for their out- bus, OH, and attended Brookhaven High Our community and Nation honor Sergeant standing accomplishments. I would like to offer School. He entered the Navy in October 1985 Hicks’ memory and we are grateful for his each of them my heartfelt thanks on behalf of as part of the Ohio State Buckeye Company. faithful and distinguished service to America. the First Congressional District for their contin- After completion of Recruit Training at Naval SGT Glenn D. Hicks will never be forgotten. ued contributions to the great State of Ala- Training Center, Great Lakes, IL, he reported his memory lives on through his family and the bama. to Deck Division aboard USS Mississippi (CGN 40) at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia. legacy of selfless service that he so bravely f imprinted on our hearts. He was meritoriously advanced while sta- PAYING TRIBUTE TO LUZVIMINDA f tioned at Great Lakes. BANARIA In June 1986, he was advanced to seaman RECOGNIZING ALABAMA GOV- and tried his hand in the administrative field. ERNOR BOB RILEY AND ALA- HON. JON C. PORTER He subsequently passed the Yeoman ad- BAMA DEVELOPMENT OFFICE DI- OF NEVADA vancement test and advanced to Yeoman RECTOR NEAL WADE FOR THEIR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Third Class in June 1988. In July 1989, he ROLE IN RECRUITING THYSSEN- was meritoriously advanced to Petty Officer KRUPP TO ALABAMA Thursday, May 24, 2007 Second Class and assigned to the Operations Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today Department. He then qualified as Enlisted Sur- HON. JO BONNER to honor Luzviminda Banaria, R.N., who has face Warfare Specialist proving his knowledge OF ALABAMA distinguished herself as an outstanding nurse of how the ship operates and fights in time of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and citizen. war. Ms. Luzviminda Banaria has worked at the In January 1990, Chief Scott accepted or- Thursday, May 24, 2007 University Medical Center for over 16 years as ders to the Supreme Allied Commander, At- Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, today I rise a Registered Nurse. She has worked as the lantic Command, SACLANT. After a short time to congratulate Alabama Governor Bob Riley pediatric coordinator, and currently is in the on board, he was selected to work for the and Alabama Development Office Director surgical department. Ms. Banaria holds many SACLANT Protocol Office, working directly for Neal Wade for their efforts in recruiting certifications as a nurse, but also serves her the Chief of Staff. As Protocol Assistant, he ThyssenKrupp to build a new steel mill in community in many ways. She is currently the developed and implemented the NATO loca- southwest Alabama. ThyssenKrupp is one of secretary for the Philippine Nurses Association tor, a directory of over 400 dignitaries from 16 Germany’s leading steel industries, employing in Nevada and has been since 2004. She has NATO nations. He was awarded the Joint over 180,000 workers at 670 sites around the also served with the March of Dimes Nurse of Service Achievement Medal for his contribu- world, and their economic impact will certainly the Year Committee, the board of directors for tions to the Supreme Allied Commander, At- resonate across Mobile County and the State Luzon Philippine Association of Nevada, and lantic. of Alabama. the Bicolanos of Nevada. Ms. Banaria cur- Promoted to First Class in November 1993, Both Governor Riley and Mr. Wade worked rently serves as the treasurer of the National he was assigned to Joint Special Operations extensively over the past 2 years to recruit this Federation of Filipinos Association of America Command, JSOC, in Fayetteville, NC. At world class steel company to Alabama. In an and was the vice president of Western UST JSOC, he qualified as a parachutist with the unprecedented way, leaders from across Ala- Nurses Alumni Association of America from Army 82nd Airborne and then qualified as a

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During these years best job of his career. Chief Scott worked on They are an exemplary example of the self- Hilda founded Blackwater Baptist Church and Capitol Hill for 4 years and traveled exten- lessness displayed by Americans in an effort the Benevolent Association of Santa Rosa sively with Members of Congress and their to bring peace and freedom to millions, and County. She also became the first President of staffs. He earned the Navy and Marine Corps we thank them for their sacrifice. the Women’s Advisory Council for Santa Rosa Commendation Medal for his contributions to f Hospital and led as Chair for the restoration of OLA. Milton’s City Hall. Mayor Guy Thompson who In May 1999, he earned the rank of chief COMMENDING MRS. PATRICIA knew Hilda for 30 years explained, ‘‘She had petty officer and received orders to Com- CASSELL ON HER OUTSTANDING a heart for helping people, and that reflected mander, Military Sealift Command, Europe, SERVICE TO HER COMMUNITY. in the life she led.’’ COMSCEUR, in Naples, Italy. He served as It is certain the people of Milton are mourn- the Senior Enlisted Advisor, Administrative Of- HON. FRANK A. LoBIONDO ing the loss of Hilda, who played an important ficer and Command Chief to COMSCEUR. He OF NEW JERSEY role in over 15 community organizations. How- was entrusted with the health, morale, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ever, her legacy is sure to continue through the generations of her family she nurtured and welfare of all COMSC enlisted sailors as- Thursday, May 24, 2007 signed to the European Area of Responsibility. guided. My thoughts and prayers remain with Chief Scott earned the Navy and Marine Mr. LOBIONDO. Madam Speaker, I rise her 9 children, 13 grandchildren, 2 great- Corps Commendation Medal (Second Award) today to commend Mrs. Patricia Cassell on grandchildren and her brother. for his noteworthy contributions. In November her long and distinguished service to her com- Hilda’s daughter, Mary Golden, has said of 2005, he accepted orders as the Leading munity, and congratulate her on her upcoming her mother ‘‘the one thing I would like my Chief Petty Officer in the office of the Assist- retirement after 48 years of teaching. mother to be known for was that she was a ant Secretary of the Navy for Manpower and As a first grader, Mrs. Cassell knew her fu- giver. She gave to others constantly through- Reserve Affairs. ture lay in the field of education. However, out her life. And she was such a good mother, The citizens of the State of Mississippi, par- coming from modest means, Mrs. Cassell un- a wonderful Christian mother.’’ ticularly the 4th Congressional District, are derstood that she would have to work excep- Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United proud of Chief Scott’s service. They join me in tionally hard to achieve her dream. At a very States Congress, it is with no small amount of thanking him and his family for their contribu- young age, she began saving her money in sorrow that I tell of the passing of Hilda tions to the Navy and the Nation, and in wish- order to pay for her college education. After McDonald from this world. Hilda will be re- ing them all the best both now and in the fu- graduating sixth in her high school class of membered as a leader, a giver, and an ada- ture. 308, she earned two academic scholarships to mant philanthropist. May God rest her soul f Millersville State Teachers College, where she and continue to bless her family. earned her degree in elementary education in f TRIBUTE TO MR. ORVAL ALLEN just 3 years. KELSO Her first job teaching started just over 48 BURMA years ago, in Myerstown, Pennsylvania, and HON. BILL SALI she has been teaching since. After moving to HON. JOSEPH R. PITTS OF IDAHO Atlantic City, NJ, in 1973 with her husband, OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Daniel, Mrs. Cassell soon accepted a position IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES at Atlantic Christian School where she has Thursday, May 24, 2007 Thursday, May 24, 2007 taught for 29 years. Mr. SALI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Throughout her 48 years of teaching, Mrs. Mr. PITTS. Madam Speaker, I would like to ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Cassell has remained a steadfast example of submit the attached report describing the at- the accomplishments of Mr. Orval Allen Kelso. exemplary service, guidance, and dedication tacks by the brutal military dictatorship against Today, deeply engaged in a war on terror, to her students. For this, she was awarded the the ethnic peoples of Burma. The situation thousands of American civilians are working Career Service and Achievement Award from facing the internally displaced is dire. The and serving in harm’s way. Like the brave the Association of Christian Schools Inter- international community needs to step up its men and women serving in uniform, these pa- national. I would like to personally congratu- assistance to refugees and displaced persons. triotic citizens risk their lives everyday in an ef- late Mrs. Cassell on behalf of the students she In addition, the international community must fort to rebuild a stronger future for the people has taught over the years and ask that she act immediately to stop the ethnic cleansing of Iraq. However, they are not alone. Amer- thoroughly enjoy her well-deserved retirement. and other horrific acts by the dictatorship ican civilian contractors have been operating f against the people of Burma. in combat theatres since as early as World REFUGEES INTERNATIONAL—BURMA: MILITARY War II, and I am here today to tell you about HONORING THE LIFE OF HILDA OFFENSIVE DISPLACING THOUSANDS OF CI- one of those. MCDONALD VILIANS Orval Allen Kelso was a civilian working on The worst Burmese military offensive in 10 Wake Island during the early 1940s. Hailing HON. JEFF MILLER years has displaced at least 27,000 people in eastern Burma’s Karen State since Novem- from Emmett, Idaho, Orval worked as a baker OF FLORIDA in his father-in-law’s bakery before going on to ber 2005. The displaced are civilians who have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been targeted by the army and are living in pursue better wages working overseas. Mr. Thursday, May 24, 2007 exceptionally vulnerable conditions. An esti- Kelso worked as a heavy machine operator mated three million people have been forced throughout the Pacific until April 8, 1943, when Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, it to migrate in Burma as a result of conflict, he was captured and taken as a POW to is with great sadness that I rise today to rec- persecution, human rights abuses, and re- Camp 18, Sesabo, Japan. Orval later died in ognize the passing of former Milton City Coun- pressive government measures that prevent that camp. His remains were claimed by his cilwoman Hilda McDonald. Following a battle people from earning a livelihood. Instead of son in 1949, when they were brought back to with cancer, Hilda left us Thursday, May 17, at fulfilling its responsibility to protect its rest on U.S. soil at the National Memorial the age of 83. citizens, the Government of Burma, known as the State Peace and Development Council Cemetery, Honolulu, Hawaii. A native Floridian, Hilda pursued a degree (SPDC), is the biggest perpetrator of viola- It is fitting that we honor Mr. Kelso for his in research biology from Florida State’s Col- tions in the country. sacrifice and also be reminded of the many lege for Women. However, she gave up her Ethnic groups, comprising one-third of others who were taken prisoner or who paid studies during World War II to teach under an Burma’s 52 million people, have borne the

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14398 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 brunt of the government’s repressive poli- have been taken away from their villages a united approach to address the govern- cies. The pattern of the Burmese military or and fields by the Tatmadaw to relocation ment’s failure to protect its people, the the Tatmadaw has been to eliminate all op- sites where they are being forced to dig worst internal displacement crisis in Asia position and take full control of ethnic trenches and build fencing. Since 2006, the will persist. areas. As part of its strategy to curb the sup- military has also placed a prohibition on Refugees International, therefore, rec- port of ethnic insurgent armies, it targets ci- trading in some areas of Karen State and ommends that: vilians it perceives as backers of the insur- prevented villagers from selling or buying The Burmese military immediately halt gent groups. certain products around harvest time. After all attacks on civilians. In the course of Tatmadaw operations at harvest time, villagers are allowed to sell The UN Security Council members reach least 3,000 villages have been destroyed along their products, but at half the normal price consensus on a strategy to pressure the the eastern Burma border since 1996. Vil- and only to the military, contributing to SPDC to stop its abuse of civilians and hold lagers have been forced to flee to hiding sites food insecurity. it accountable for its failure to protect Bur- in jungles, move to government-controlled Besides food, the displaced are in urgent ma’s people. relocation sites, or travel to relatively more need of shelter and medicines. The displaced Donors support initiatives to assist inter- secure ceasefire locations. Today Burma is in Karen State are being assisted largely nally displaced people by agencies doing estimated to have the worst internal dis- through cross-border assistance, coming cross-border work and agencies operating in- placement crisis in Asia. More than 500,000 from agencies based in Thailand, and a few side Burma, with funding directed to the civilians are displaced in eastern Burma, community-based organizations inside most vulnerable. with those in hiding being the most vulner- Burma. This aid is helping people cope with Donors support initiatives to enhance IDP able. People unable to care for themselves their situation and preventing large numbers protection through early warning systems. and their families have fled to Burma’s from fleeing to Thailand as refugees. Al- Agencies based inside Burma and organiza- neighboring countries of Bangladesh, China, though in recent years donors have allocated tions operating out of Thailand continue to India, Malaysia and Thailand in search of more funds for aid to internally displaced improve coordination and collaboration asylum. Burma’s refugee crisis has a re- people, both for cross-border operations and through regular meetings and information gional impact and the number of refugees those inside Burma, the number of vulner- sharing forums. from the country is believed to be more than able people has gone up significantly with The Government of Thailand allow new one million. the latest offensive in Karen State and it is asylum seekers from Burma official access As the military takes control of new terri- critical that donors respond accordingly. to all camps and ensure that the Provincial tory in ethnic areas, it initiates development In terms of medical assistance, Karen in- Admission Boards are functioning consist- projects and exploits natural resources, ternally displaced people are relying largely ently so the new arrivals can be processed. which displace more civilians. The forced mi- on traditional curative techniques or on mo- f gration of civilians is ongoing even in ethnic bile teams, back pack health workers, and states, such as Mon and Kachin, where polit- Karen medical units who may be able to ac- IN LASTING MEMORY OF HELEN ical leaders have signed ceasefire agreements cess them only after navigating their way BRADLEY with the central authorities. According to a through heavily militarized territory. Burmese asylum seeker interviewed by Refu- Organizations based in Thailand and gees International in Thailand, ‘‘The outside Burma that are assisting the internally dis- HON. MIKE ROSS world thinks that just because a cease fire placed from across the border and inside the OF ARKANSAS has been signed between the Mon and the country have improved communications in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPDC, it is safe for us to live in Burma. But recent months, but there remains a need to we continue to face abuses on a daily basis. strengthen information sharing on the ac- Thursday, May 24, 2007 The military confiscated all my orchards and tivities being undertaken by both sides. Mr. ROSS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to my family could barely survive. We still Many of those displaced in the recent at- tried to stay but had to leave when the mili- tacks in Karen State who have been able to honor the memory of Helen Bradley, a woman tary tried to recruit my teenage son.’’ reach the Thai-Burma border are living in who spent a lifetime giving back to the com- The Karen National Union, the indigenous settlements on the Burma side. One of these, munity she loved dearly through her dedicated political leadership in Karen State, has not the Ei Tu Hta camp, set up in April 2006, is service as Jefferson County clerk. She was a entered into a ceasefire agreement with the home to 3,000 persons mostly from Toungoo true treasure to Pine Bluff and Jefferson SPDC and conflict and displacement are not district. Approximately 5,000 recently dis- County, and her honorable service will never new phenomena there. However, the inten- placed Karen have also crossed the border be forgotten by the State of Arkansas. She sity and spread of the Tatmadaw offensive in into Thailand. Some of them have entered passed away May 11, 2007, in Pine Bluff, AR, recent months are estimated to be the worst refugee camps, are recognized as asylum in more than a decade. The attack is linked seekers, and are awaiting approval from the at the age of 59. to the military’s attempt to consolidate its Provincial Admission Boards, the Thai Gov- I am grateful to have known Helen Bradley control over parts of Karen State and the ernment’s entities for processing new arriv- and to have had the privilege to call her a per- districts of Toungoo, Papun and Nyaunglebin als. This has largely been the case in Mae sonal friend. She spent her life and career have been particularly hard-hit by the offen- Hong Son Province. In Tak Province’s Mae making her community a better place for all sive. According to a community-based orga- La camp, however, none of the new arrivals who called it home. nization assisting the internally displaced, are recognized and they are living unoffi- Mrs. Bradley’s lasting impact on Jefferson the recent attacks differ from previous ones cially in the camp. County will be remembered forever. Her self- in that the military did not withdraw during The Thai Government is concerned that re- the 2006 rainy season but continued to attack cent efforts to resettle Burmese refugees in less and devoted career began after grad- the same areas repeatedly. third countries is drawing recent arrivals to uating from what is now the University of Ar- In order to protect themselves, Karen com- camps. The Governor of Tak Province has kansas at Pine Bluff, when she was hired as munities have been trying to establish early announced that no food or accommodation deputy county clerk for Jefferson County. She warning systems. Villagers are constantly on would be made available to new arrivals in held that position for 22 years before she was watch to be able to anticipate Tatmadaw at- the camps in that province. Further, the elected to serve as Jefferson County’s first Af- tacks and whenever possible, the Karen eth- Provincial Admission Boards are not fully rican-American county clerk. During her ca- nic army has been warning villagers ahead of functional in each of the provinces, and reer, she also served as secretary for the Jef- an attack so they can go into hiding. At there remains a void for processing new ar- present there remains a lack of an adequate rivals in certain areas. ferson County Quorum Court and the Equali- number of communication tools for advance The Burmese internal displacement and zation Board. Mrs. Bradley was also a mem- warning. refugee crises are linked to the regime’s pol- ber of the International Association of Clerks, The military has planted a large number of icy of targeting civilians. All regional and Recorders, Election Officials and Treasurers, landmines in and around villages so people local initiatives to urge the SPDC to stop at- the West Pine Bluff Rotary Club and she was are unable to go beyond a certain area, and tacking civilians and protect its people have a proud member of the Mount Calvary Mis- at the time of harvesting many do not have failed. The non-binding Security Council res- sionary Baptist Church. As a member of the access to their crops. In some parts of Karen olution introduced by the U.S. in January National Association for the Advancement of State the army has set rice fields on fire. Ac- 2007, which included a call to the SPDC to cording to the estimates of a community- cease attacks on the country’s ethnic mi- Colored People, NAACP, she received the dis- based organization assisting the internally norities, was vetoed by China and Russia. tinguished Pine Bluff Branch NAACP Dove displaced, 25,000 people have lost their har- Until such time that all members of the UN Freedom Award in October 2006. vest for the entire year, and in Lerdoh Town- Security Council acknowledge that the My deepest condolences go to Mrs. Brad- ship alone, 2,800 civilians are believed to SPDC must be held accountable, and develop ley’s husband, Sylvester Bradley, Sr., of Pine

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14399 Bluff; her two sons, Sedgwick McCollum of committee, and the Strategic Planning com- the State of Georgia at the National High Flint, MI, and Brandon Bradley of Piano, TX; mittee. He has also been recognized by NAR School Mock Trial Championship in Dallas, her daughter, Tarnisha Gibson of Columbia, as an expert in the areas of agency, antitrust, Texas, in early May. the Jonesboro team de- SC; her two brothers, James Edward misrepresentation, fair housing, and diversity. feated 40 other schools from across the Na- McClinton of Flint, MI, and John Albert In 1998, he was president of the Texas As- tion to win the 2007 National Title. McClinton of Pine Bluff; her sister, Cecile sociation of Realtors®, and was vice president Mock Trial offers students the opportunity to Blade of Pine Bluff; and to her 9 grand- and secretary-treasurer before that. He was understand the many important aspects of our children. Mrs. Bradley will be greatly missed, Texas ‘‘Realtor® of the Year’’ in 2000, and legal system, including trial preparation and and her contributions to the city of Pine Bluff, now has risen to the leadership role of presi- standard courtroom procedures. In the fall, Jefferson County and the State of Arkansas dent of the National Association of Realtors for each team begins to prepare for their local will never be forgotten. 2008. competition by preparing for trial just as real f Mr. McMillan is also very active in his north lawyers would. If a team like Jonesboro High Texas community as a life member of the School is so fortunate to win both county and INTRODUCING THE CHARITABLE Texas Real Estate Teachers Association. He State competitions, they have half as much REMAINDER PET TRUST ACT is a past chairman of the Community Develop- time to prepare for a substantially harder com- ment Council of Fort Worth, the Tarrant Coun- petition at the national level. Even with these HON. EARL BLUMENAUER ty Affordable Housing Task Force, and the great challenges, the Jonesboro team per- OF OREGON Housing Subcommittee of Fort Worth, and a severed and achieved victory nationally and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES past director of the United Way of Tarrant they are champions. I would like to recognize the hard work and Thursday, May 24, 2007 County and of the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce. dedication of the Jonesboro High School team Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, It is my honor to congratulate Mr. Charles by acknowledging the students and coaches today, Representative RAMSTAD and I are in- McMillan for his recent election to president of who made this victory possible. The competi- troducing legislation that revises the Internal his association. He is admired in the commu- tors were Brian Cunningham, Lindley Curtis, Revenue Code, IRC, to treat pet trusts in a nity for helping others, and I am glad that his Kayla Delgado, Matthew Mitchell, Braeden similar manner as charitable remainder annu- work is being recognized at a national level. I Orr, Laura Parkhouse, Kyle Skinner, Britt Wal- ity trusts, CRATs. It will allow estates and do- am honored to represent him in Congress. den, Jayda Hazell, Joe Strickland, Lindsay nors with CRATs with a pet, or its guardian as f Hargis, Jurod James, Sandra Hagans and a beneficiary, to receive a charitable deduction Tabias Kelly. The Jonesboro High team was for the remainder interest when the trust is es- HONORING NANCY EWTON SHARPE led by Anna and Andrew Cox, attorney coach- tablished. The bill provides a tax incentive for ON THE ANNIVERSARY OF A es John Carbo and Deborah Benefield, Tasha people to arrange for long-term care of their MAJOR MILESTONE Mosley and Mercer Law School student coach pets, which will result in a reduction of soci- Katie Powers. ety’s burden in caring for ‘‘unwanted’’ dogs HON. LINCOLN DAVIS In closing, Madam Speaker, I wish to extend and cats after the guardian dies. OF TENNESSEE congratulations to all of these outstanding indi- Currently 39 States and the District of Co- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES viduals in achieving the 2007 National High lumbia allow pet trusts, which is a specific School Mock Trial National Title. Thursday, May 24, 2007 legal arrangement providing for the care of f companion animals in the event of the guard- Mr. LINCOLN DAVIS of Tennessee. Madam ian’s death or incapacitation. When the pet Speaker, Milestones indicate distances trav- INTRODUCTION OF THE STOP DE- passes, the remainder of the trust is then dis- eled by one or many, collectively. I rise today CEPTIVE ADVERTISING FOR tributed to one or more pre-designated char- to honor one individual from the beautiful WOMEN’S SERVICES ACT ities. Recognition of these trusts by the Fed- Sequatchie Valley for having reached the 50- (SDAWS) eral Tax Code will allow for long-term planning year anniversary of a major milestone in her of care for pets, as well as encourage people life. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY to engage in charitable giving. The legislation Ms. Nancy Ewton Sharpe of Dunlap, Ten- OF NEW YORK bears no cost burden for the Federal Govern- nessee, the first born of W. Howard and Jea- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment and brings relief to animal lovers and nette Campbell Ewton, was brought into this Thursday, May 24, 2007 shelters alike. world on April 1, 1938. Her grandparents, F.P. f and Nancy Ann Ewton, started a funeral home Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Madam in 1919 and built their own caskets. Nancy at- Speaker, today I am reintroducing important CONGRATULATIONS TO CHARLES tended school in Dunlap for 12 years grad- legislation that will protect the rights of women MCMILLAN uating in 1956. She then began studies at the seeking information on family planning serv- John A. Gupton College of Mortuary Science ices. Too often, women who are facing the dif- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS in Nashville, Tennessee. Graduating in 1957, ficult consequences of an unintended preg- OF TEXAS she was the first dually licensed female fu- nancy are being deceived and intimidated. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES neral director-embalmer in the State of Ten- Fake reproductive health clinics entice women nessee. I rise today to honor Ms. Sharpe’s ac- with unintended pregnancies through their Thursday, May 24, 2007 complishment and celebrate the 50th anniver- doors under the pretense of providing the full Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise sary of her success. range of reproductive options. Called crisis today to congratulate Charles McMillan, a con- f pregnancy centers (CPCs), they pose as stituent of the 26th District of Texas, who has sources of unbiased pregnancy counseling been elected the new President for the Na- TRIBUTE TO JONESBORO H.S. using neutral-sounding names and advertise- tional Association of Realtors for 2008 and will MOCK TRIAL TEAM ments. Some of these centers have even con- subsequently serve as Chairman for NAR in ducted market research to ensure that women 2009. HON. DAVID SCOTT looking for healthcare will be tricked into be- ® Mr. McMillan, a Realtor for more than 20 OF GEORGIA lieving that the anti-choice centers will provide years, is director of realty relations and prin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unbiased medical information. The centers cipal broker for Coldwell Banker Residential also lure unsuspecting women with the offer of Brokerage, Dallas-Fort Worth. At the national Thursday, May 24, 2007 free pregnancy testing or HIV tests. Once in- level, McMillan was NAR 2006 first vice presi- Mr. SCOTT of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I side, the clinic staff—usually volunteers with dent-elect. He has twice served as NAR re- rise today to recognize a great achievement no professional training—try to dissuade gional vice president of Region X, which in- by students in my congressional district. Con- women from abortion by subjecting them to in- cludes Texas and Louisiana. He is a member gratulations to the Jonesboro High School accurate medical information, anti-choice prop- of the NAR Leadership Team, the executive Mock Trial Team, which proudly represented aganda, and intimidation.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14400 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 In response to the deceitful practices of INTRODUCTION OF THE LOWER safety achievements on the part of the rail- these centers, this legislation requires the COLORADO RIVER MULTI-SPE- roads whose workers labored in some of the Federal Trade Commission to promulgate CIES CONSERVATION ACT most dangerous occupations. rules under the Federal Trade Commission While the Terminal Railroad Association of Act, declaring it an unfair or deceptive act for HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL St. Louis was established in 1889, its prede- cessor companies were the pioneers in the an entity, such as a crisis pregnancy center, to OF ARIZONA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES river crossing at St. Louis which played a piv- advertise as a provider of abortion services if otal part in the growth of the states west of the the entity does not provide abortion services. Thursday, May 24, 2007 Mississippi. Originally, ferries transported Working together we can help stop the fraud Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, today cargo and passengers across the Mississippi these deceptive Crisis Pregnancy Centers are Representative DEAN HELLER and I introduced River at St. Louis until the first bridge, the perpetrating on the women of America. the Lower Colorado River Multi-Species Con- Eads Bridge which still functions today, was servation Act. The bill is a companion to S. completed in 1874. A second bridge was f 300, which was introduced in the Senate ear- added in 1890 and, with the concentration of lier this year by Senator JON KYL of Arizona. a number of railroads crossing the Mississippi THE INTRODUCTION OF H. CON. The bill provides for a long-term, com- at this location, it soon became apparent that RES. 156, EXPRESSING SUPPORT prehensive, cooperative program among 50 a coordinated effort was necessary to handle FOR THE UNITED NATIONS DEC- Federal and non-Federal entities in Arizona, the growing switching operations on the Mis- LARATION ON THE RIGHTS OF California, and Nevada to protect 26 endan- souri side in St. Louis and on the Illinois side INDIGENOUS PEOPLES gered, threatened and sensitive species on in St. Clair and Madison counties. The Ter- the Lower Colorado River and to provide as- minal Railroad Association of St. Louis was surances to affected water and power agen- formed by the predecessor river crossing com- HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA cies of the 2 States that their operations may panies and the six railroads that converged at continue upon compliance with the require- the Illinois and Missouri sides of the Mis- OF AMERICAN SAMOA ments of this program. sissippi River at St. Louis. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The program will create over 8,100 acres of Today, the Terminal Railroad Association of riparian, marsh and backwater habitat for pro- St. Louis owns two bridges across the Mis- Thursday, May 24, 2007 tected species, and includes plans for the sissippi, several rail lines within St. Louis, Mis- Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Madam Speaker, I rearing and stocking of more than 1.2 million souri and St. Clair and Madison counties in Illi- nois as well as a switching facility in Madison, rise today to introduce this Resolution ex- fish to augment populations of 2 endangered fish covered by the program. Illinois. At this switching facility, approximately pressing support for the United Nations Dec- The program will operate on and around the 30,000 rail cars each month move through 80 laration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples Colorado River from Lake Mead to the U.S.- holding tracks as they are redirected to routes and urging the United States Ambassador to Mexico border, but like most water issues re- that will take them, their cargo and pas- the United Nations General Assembly to sup- lating to the Colorado, its effects will be felt sengers to locations all throughout the coun- port the adoption without amendment of the throughout Arizona, and across the south- try. Declaration as adopted by the United Nations western United States. Workplace safety is a critical component of Human Rights Council on June 29, 2006. This bill has been more than a decade in any commercial enterprise and railroads have historically been among the most dangerous There are over 300 million indigenous peo- the making, and I believe it is a worthy, bipar- tisan compromise. The program’s cost will be places to work. With the tremendous volume ples throughout the world today, striving for divided 50–50 between the Federal Govern- of traffic handled daily by the Terminal Rail- international recognition of their collective ment and the non-Federal participants. Cali- road Association of St. Louis, the safety of rights as they struggle to preserve their cul- fornia participants will pay 50 percent of the their workers relies on a cooperative effort on tures, traditions, and social values. In their re- non-Federal share, and Arizona and Nevada the part of management and those workers spective States, these indigenous groups face participants will pay 25 percent of the non- who must engage in these hazardous activi- serious challenges of marginalization, discrimi- Federal share. ties. Terminal Railroad has been a recipient of nation, loss of lands, and lack of economic de- I look forward to working with my colleagues the E.H. Harriman Award a number of times in velopment in their communities. in the weeks and months to come to make the past and this recent award recognizes this long sought program a reality. their achievement in workplace safety during The draft U.N. Declaration recognizes the f 2006. rights of indigenous peoples to self-determina- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join tion, freedom from discrimination, and freedom RECOGNIZING THE TERMINAL me in congratulating the Terminal Railroad As- from forced assimilation. This Declaration RAILROAD ASSOCIATION OF ST. sociation of St. Louis, its management and would establish an international policy on in- LOUIS AS THE 2007 RECIPIENT OF employees for this very well-deserved award. THE E.H. HARRIMAN AWARD digenous rights and provide a framework for f States in the treatment of their indigenous TRIBUTE TO WHITTEMORE ON ITS populations. HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO OF ILLINOIS 100TH ANNIVERSARY The U.N. Declaration on the Rights of Indig- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES enous Peoples, over 24 years in the making, Thursday, May 24, 2007 HON. BART STUPAK is an important step forward in the advance- OF MICHIGAN ment of stronger, more harmonious relation- Mr. COSTELLO. Madam Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ships between the indigenous peoples of the today to ask my colleagues to join me in rec- Thursday, May 24, 2007 world and States. In many ways, the United ognizing the Terminal Railroad Association of States stands as a model for other nations as St. Louis for being awarded the E.H. Harriman Mr. STUPAK. Madam Speaker, I rise today we support a Federal policy of self-determina- Award in recognition of their outstanding safe- to honor 100 years of history in a small town ty achievements. in my congressional district. This weekend, the tion for our own indigenous people. Passage The E.H. Harriman Award was established city of Whittemore celebrates its 100th anni- of this Resolution, H. Con. Res. 156, would in 1913 by Mary Harriman, wife of the late Ed- versary, an all the residents of Whittemore demonstrate our commitment here in Con- ward H. Harriman, who controlled and ex- should be proud of their contributions to the gress to support the rights of our indigenous panded a number of railroads, including the growth of this community. people here and throughout the world. I urge Union Pacific, Southern Pacific and Illinois While Whittemore was officially incorporated my colleagues to join me and support H. Con. Central. Mary Harriman, nee Averell, was from as a city in 1907, the community’s history Res. 156. a railroad family herself so it was fitting that dates back to an earlier time. Before its official she would establish this award to recognize incorporation, the city was part of Burleigh

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Prophet’’ (1981), and Medgar Ever’s daughter, Whittemore to Tawas City. Because of this In addition to the local entrepreneurial spirit Reena, in ‘‘Ghosts of Mississippi’’ (1996). Her early economic development, Whittemore was that it has preserved, Whittemore has also most recent theatrical production was ‘‘Achiev- officially incorporated in 1907, the community maintained its small town values. Community ing the Dream’’ in which she portrayed several was already booming. is important to the citizens of Whittemore and characters in the movement for civil and During the early 1900s, the area underwent neighbors make a point of knowing each other human rights, and was featured during the a significant economic shift. As lumber sup- there. For these reasons, while some busi- 1996 Olympics in Atlanta. plies in the area were depleted, the town nesses have left the town, the residents have In addition to her rich acting career, Yolanda evolved into a farming community, and fami- stayed. The city’s population in 1907 was King also carried on her parents’ legacy lies from around the region flocked to the about 500. Today, the population remains at a through her commitment to raise awareness Whittemore area to purchase affordable farm- respectable 480. Moreover, many of the same and enhance understanding about the impor- land. It was during this early period that the families have remained in Whittemore. Some tance of diversity. Ms. King addressed Fortune historic Bullock’s and Horr Hall was con- families have inhabited this small town for as 500 companies and the United Nations as well structed. The Hall, which is recognized as a many as six or seven generations. as religious, civic and educational groups in local landmark, still stands today and houses Madam Speaker, while many people in the United States, Europe, and Africa. She the Masonic Temple. In the early 1900s, the Michigan, and most people throughout our was founder and CEO of Higher Ground Pro- building served as a gathering place for resi- country, have not have heard of the city of ductions, a California-based organization dedi- dents. In 1907, the Whittemore High School Whittemore, I believe there is much to be ad- cated to social change and world peace by was erected. mired in the city’s history and character. As advocating diversity and unity. She also pro- The area continued to thrive throughout the this small town and its citizens celebrate moted awareness through her writing. She early twentieth century and, by the 1940s, the Whittemore’s centennial, I would ask that the was the co-author of the book, Open My Eyes, town was thriving with a local bank, a hotel entire U.S. House of Representatives join me Open My Soul, as well as Embracing Your and bar, three grocery stores, and two car in congratulating this town and its past, Power in 30 Days, a step by step, daily tool dealerships. Whittemore also boasted Joe Col- present and future citizens on reaching this for personal growth based on her very per- lins’ Five and Dime store, a gathering place milestone and in acknowledging the city’s sonal experiences. for local children who would visit the store place in Michigan’s history. Yolanda King was honored with numerous presentations, awards and citations by organi- daily to purchase candy. f The 1940s also brought about the creation zations around the country and was named of the Whittemore Speedway; which still exists HONORING THE LIFE OF YOLANDA one of the Outstanding Young Women of today and is considered Michigan’s oldest KING America. She was a member of the Board of speedway. In 1948, Whittemore Speedway Directors of the Martin Luther King Jr. Center started as a half-mile dirt track. Area residents HON. JOHN B. LARSON for Nonviolent Social Change, Inc. (the official would gather there every Saturday night with OF CONNECTICUT national memorial to Dr. King) and was found- ing Director of the King Center’s Cultural Af- friends, family and neighbors to watch the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES races. Throughout the 1940s, the race track fairs Program. She served on the Partnership Thursday, May 24, 2007 served as the entertainment focal point for this Council of Habitat for Humanity, was a mem- small community. Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Madam ber of the Southern Christian Leadership Con- The Whittemore Speedway has been contin- Speaker, I rise today to express my sadness ference, was a sponsor of the Women’s Inter- ually updated and improved throughout the over the untimely passing of Yolanda Denise national League for Peace and Freedom and years. It continues to thrive today, hosting King, eldest daughter of Dr. Martin Luther held a lifetime membership in the NAACP. some of the best local family entertainment King, Jr., and Coretta Scott King. Yolanda She was the recipient of two honorary and races, while contributing many of its pro- King, despite losing her father at the age of doctorial degrees. ceeds to area charity organizations and com- 12, strived to carry on her father’s legacy of And so today I urge my colleagues to join munities. equality and justice for all. Despite her family me in paying tribute to Yolanda King’s out- Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, name, Yolanda King used her own talents to standing career and life achievements. Yo- Whittemore continued to boom, but, like in affect social and personal change through her landa King dedicated her life to promote unity many small towns across our nation, things lectures and the arts. and nonviolence across the country and the began to change. One of the major employers, Yolanda King was born on November 17, world. She was left a strong and important National Gypsum, began making employee 1955, in Montgomery, Alabama, where her fa- legacy set by Dr. Martin Luther King and cutbacks as it modernized its facility. Gradu- ther was then preaching. She was born just 2 Coretta Scott King, but ultimately utilized her ally, over time, businesses began moving out weeks before Rosa Parks refused to give up own abilities and talent to inspire people from of Whittemore. her seat on a bus there, leading to the Mont- all walks of life to reach higher ground, to mo- Yet, while change had come to Whittemore, gomery bus boycott spearheaded by her fa- tivate people to move forward, and to em- the citizens of the town and its surrounding ther. She was just 10 weeks old when the power people to make a difference. community have kept many of the characteris- King family home was bombed on January 30, f tics that have guided its growth over the past 1956, as her father attended a boycott rally, PAYING TRIBUTE TO REV. century. The entrepreneurial spirit that resulted but she was unharmed by the explosion. She MARJORIE KITCHELL in the early settlement of the area as a logging was 7 when her father mentioned her and her community remains intact today. Local busi- siblings in his 1963 speech at the March on nesses continue to proudly exhibit that same Washington and she was 12 when her father HON. JON C. PORTER OF NEVADA entrepreneurial spirit. For instance, Sherni’s was assassinated in Memphis, Tennessee, in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Candies in Whittemore continues to ship 1968. candy all over the country. Dixon and Ryan, After receiving a B.A. degree with honors in Thursday, May 24, 2007 the inventor of a unique tool used in NASCAR Theatre and African-American Studies from Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today to measure wear on tires, continues to thrive. Smith College in Northampton, Massachu- to honor Rev. Marjorie Kitchell, who has dedi- Turner Cheese Company continues to spe- setts, Ms. King moved to New York to earn cated 40 years of service to the Christian Cen- cialize in the creation of amazingly creamy her masters degree in theatre at New York ter Church. and flavorful cheese. University. She honed her teaching skills while Rev. Kitchell, who moved to Boulder City in The young people of Whittemore-Prescott working with young people at the King Center 1967 to begin her work with the Christian Cen- High School have also achieved a number of for Non-Violent Social Change in Atlanta, ter Church, opened the Christian Center

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Madam Boulder City Police Chaplain, has served on today to congratulate my constituent Danny Speaker, in venues ranging from the Bundes- the Boulder City Juvenile Conference Com- Zhu of College Point, NY. Danny is one of 24 tag to the U.S. Congress to the streets of mittee, was the past president and a current finalists on the 2007 United States Physics Baku, Azerbaijanis worldwide will mark their member of the Boulder City Ministerial Asso- Team that have been chosen to compete for National Day of the Republic this upcoming ciation and currently serves as District Super- the Traveling Team, a group of five students week. Since achieving independence from the visor of her denomination’s churches in the who will represent the United States at the Soviet Union in 1991, Azerbaijan has remem- Henderson and Las Vegas area. In addition to International Physics Olympiad in Iran. These bered May 28 as the date, in 1918, when the her work throughout the community, Rev. gifted students will show their merit against country was proclaimed an independent state, Kitchell is the author of numerous articles and the best young scientific minds that the world making it the first democratic republic in the a book, My Mother’s Keeper. has to offer. Caucasus region. Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Rev. Though it lasted only 2 years, from May Danny is a junior at Stuyvesant High School Marjorie Kitchell. Her work is commendable 1918 to April 1920, this first democratically in New York City, where he excels at the high- and I thank her for her dedication and commit- elected Azerbaijani government worked on est skill levels. Outside of the classroom, he is ment to the community and wish her the best building an independent and democratic state. heavily involved in student groups, partici- in her future endeavors. Members of the Azerbaijani Diaspora regard pating in everything from the robotics club to the date as a key one among the numerous the school band. He has reached the semi- f commemorative days they observe each year. finals of the Physics Olympiad competition in Even when such a state did not formally HONORING THE MEMORY OF each of the last 2 years and has placed in the exist anywhere on the world map, it existed in CITRONELLE MAYOR STANLEY top 10 in multiple national math and science our hearts, our souls, and our minds, said HERRING competitions. Tomris Azeri, president of the Azerbaijan Soci- I am very pleased that a young man from ety of America. It is this strong sense of being my district could so well personify Speaker an Azerbaijani, which we are now free to show HON. JO BONNER PELOSI’s Innovation Agenda. It is young peo- to ourselves and the world. And with that free- OF ALABAMA ple like Danny Zhu and his fellow finalists that dom for Azerbaijan has come growing pros- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will become our next generation of great perity, and growing respect, involvement, and innovators: the mathematicians, engineers, influence in the world community. Thursday, May 24, 2007 and scientists who will keep this great country I commend Ambassador Yashar Aliyev for Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, Citronelle, competitive and prosperous in the upcoming his hard work and dedication. I look forward to Alabama, and indeed the entire First Congres- decades. I would like to again congratulate the United States continuing a successful rela- sional District recently lost a dear friend, and Danny Zhu on his accomplishment and thank tionship and strong friendship with the people I rise today to honor him and pay tribute to his him for his effort and hard work. of Azerbaijan. memory. f f Mayor Stanley Herring, a devoted family TRIBUTE TO LUCIOUS L. man, was dedicated to the continued growth TRIBUTE TO AMERICAN LEGION NEWHOUSE, JR. and prosperity of Citronelle—a dedication that AUXILIARY #290 was evident up until the very end of his life. Despite his months-long battle with throat can- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON cer, Mayor Herring went to city hall each HON. ADRIAN SMITH OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES morning to attend to city business. OF NEBRASKA But, politics wasn’t Mayor Herring’s only Thursday, May 24, 2007 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES calling. It was only after retiring from Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. ExxonMobil Corp. as a technician that he en- Thursday, May 24, 2007 Madam Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to tered local politics. An avid supporter of local a proactive citizen from Dallas, Texas, Lucious youth and high school athletics—Mayor Her- Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, today I rise to recognize the American Legion L. Newhouse, Jr. As youth education is of ring, himself, was inducted into the Alabama great importance, I am delighted to recognize Amateur Softball Association Hall of Fame. He Auxiliary #290, in Elwood, Nebraska—a beau- tiful town in my congressional district. his 39 years as an educator and wish him well served as a deacon and Sunday school teach- regarding his upcoming retirement. I would like er at Memorial Baptist Church in Citronelle. In They distribute red poppies in honor of all to take a few moments to reflect on his many 1996, Citronelle elected him city councilman, a living and deceased veterans, with donations achievements and contributions to the city of post he held until 2004, the year he was elect- going to rehabilitation efforts and filling other Dallas and the Dallas Independent School Dis- ed mayor. needs for veterans. The poppies are made by trict. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join patients of VA hospitals and residents of vet- As the son of two educators, Lucious L. me in remembering a man who deeply loved erans homes. Newhouse, Jr., showed early signs of excel- the city of Citronelle. He will be deeply missed As we go into the Memorial Day weekend, lence, graduating as salutatorian from Galilee by his family—his wife, Alice Leigh Herring; many of our constituents will be holding back- High School in Hallsville, Texas. Lucious then his mother, Irene Herring; his children, Sandy yard cook outs, or taking the boat out for a went on to obtain a bachelor of science de- Fagan, Paula Leigh Callaway, and Stanley Eu- spin, or just getting out of town for a quick va- gree from Prairie View A&M University and to gene Herring Jr.; his two sisters, Frances cation. star on the university’s baseball team. Also to Doyle Herring and Joyce Rios; his three broth- In Flanders Field, the poppies grow among note, he obtained two graduate degrees from ers, Jimmie Herring, Michael Herring, and the crosses, row on row. These words remind this same institution, a master of science and Robert Herring; and his 16 grandchildren and us we owe our thanks to people like the mem- master of the arts. one great-grandchild—as well as the countless bers of American Legion Auxiliary #290, those Shortly after completing his undergraduate friends he leaves behind. Our thoughts and who help us remember our troops and the study and starting his teaching career at J.N. prayers are with them all at this difficult time. sacrifices they have made. Irwin Junior High School in Dallas, Lucious

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He Supplementing his 39 years as an educator, I look forward to working with my colleagues trained as a Navy Air Corps fighter pilot, and Lucious is additionally a very spiritual man and in the House to pass this resolution. returned to Drury College to graduate summa has been an active member of the community. f cum laude in 1947. He later served on the Lucious is an avid member of the Cedar CME school’s board of trustees from 1977 to 1980. Crest Cathedral, the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, IN RECOGNITION OF THE Bob Barker also started his entertainment and has served as both president and vice RETIREMENT OF BOB BARKER career in Springfield, hosting a radio program president of the Dallas Coaches Association on KTTS Radio, where he developed his and Dallas Schools Administrators Associa- HON. ROY BLUNT clear, reverberating voice and his instant rap- tion. OF MISSOURI port with audiences. Lucious Newhouse, Jr., has always taken IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES For the past 30 years, Bob has devoted a pride in his work and been dedicated to the significant portion of his time and resources to children of Dallas. This compassionate man Thursday, May 24, 2007 helping improve the lives of animals, appeal- never failed to show that he cared for his stu- Mr. BLUNT. Madam Speaker, I rise to pay ing daily to viewers to have their pets spayed dents, his fellow teachers, administrators, and tribute to a man from my district recognized and neutered. In 1994, he established his staff members. I urge the rest of my col- the world over for his contributions to popular DJ&T Foundation, which is named in memory leagues to join me in applauding Mr. culture and society. For the last 35 years, of his wife and his mother. The mission of the Newhouse, Jr., for all he has done for Texas’s Robert William Barker has been a familiar face foundation is to fund low-cost spay/neuter clin- educational system and the wonderful city of in a world of ever-changing television person- ics. Dallas. alities as the indefatigable host of ‘‘The Price In addition, Bob has given millions to estab- f is Right.’’ lish endowments promoting animal protection His extraordinary television career began in law at some of the Nation’s top law schools, HOUSE RESOLUTION INTRODUC- 1956 with the show ‘‘Truth or Consequences,’’ including Harvard, Stanford, UCLA, North- TION: RECOGNIZING RACHEL which broke records by remaining on daytime western, Duke, Georgetown and Columbia. CARSON television for a remarkable 18 years. With his His work has also influenced other law career in the national spotlight, he brought the schools to offer similar courses. HON. TOM UDALL program back home to Missouri, airing it live Bob Barker is a reflection of the character of OF NEW MEXICO from Springfield on April 14, 1972. That same southwest Missouri, where he learned early on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES year, he also began hosting ‘‘The Price is the importance of self-discipline, an unrelent- Thursday, May 24, 2007 Right.’’ For 3 years, Bob hosted both shows ing work ethic, commitment to family and re- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Madam Speak- concurrently—making it look effortless to his spect for others. It’s also apparent from watch- er, I rise today to introduce legislation hon- growing audience of friends and admirers. ing ‘‘The Price is Right’’ that Bob enjoys peo- oring the legacy of Rachel Carson, the ecolo- His work would yield extraordinary results. ple, places and having fun. Through his con- gist and author whose courage, selfless spirit Not only has ‘‘The Price is Right’’ become the tributions to the causes important to him, he and sense of wonder ushered in the modem longest running game show in television his- has set an example for people committed to environmental movement. tory, it has earned the distinction of being changing the circumstances of those less for- May 27, 2007, will mark the 100th anniver- named the highest-rated game show of all tunate. And he has done it with dignity and sary of the birth of Rachel Carson. While we time—a product of Bob’s singular talent and style. as a nation continue to feel the impact of man- tireless work ethic. In his retirement, I wish Robert William made environmental challenges and consider Among his other notable credits, he hosted Barker continued success. measures to lessen our impact on the planet, the Miss USA and Miss Universe pageants f it is important to remember the person who and the Rose Parade for 21 years; won 17 INTRODUCTION OF CONSUMER first warned us of the hazards of environ- Emmys and was nominated for two more; was PRODUCT SAFETY CAP LIMIT mental degradation, while capturing our hearts inducted into the Television Hall of Fame in with her love and concern for nature. 2004; and was named by the Guinness Book HON. BOBBY L. RUSH Through her tireless activism and inspiring of World Records as ‘‘The Most Generous OF ILLINOIS literature, in particular her book Silent Spring, Game Show Host’’ and ‘‘The Most Durable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Carson raised public awareness about human- Performer’’ in television history. ity’s inherent relationship to nature. In expos- Always a man whose popularity cut across Thursday, May 24, 2007 ing the dangers of chemical pesticides, Car- ethnic, social, and generational boundaries, Mr. RUSH. Madam Speaker, today I am in- son demonstrated how life at all levels is inter- Bob’s popularity soared even higher with troducing a bill to raise the cap on civil pen- connected, from the bottom of the food chain young people after his appearance in Adam alties that the Consumer Product Safety Com- to humans at the top. Sandler’s hit movie ‘‘Happy Gilmore,’’ for mission (CPSC) currently may impose against Carson wrote her landmark book, testified which he won the MTV Movie Award in 2000. a person or company for knowingly violating before Congress and rallied support for envi- Another milestone in Bob’s career occurred the statutes that the CPSC enforces. Cur- ronmental awareness and action while secretly 2 years later when CBS named part of its Los rently, the CPSC is limited to assessing a fighting the debilitating effects of the cancer Angeles headquarters ‘‘the Bob Barker Prome- mere $1.825 million against anyone company that would soon take her life. Although she nade’’ to commemorate the show’s 30th anni- for related violations. preferred quiet anonymity, Carson weathered versary. Stage 33 at CBS Television City, This amount is entirely too low to serve as tremendous scrutiny and made a courageous which is one of the most historic sites in the an effective economic deterrent, especially for stand against powerful industry interests to industry, was re-dedicated as the ‘‘Bob Barker large corporations, and to help ensure that serve the greater good. Studio,’’ making Bob the first performer to companies follow the law with regard to safe Though she died at the young age of 56, whom CBS had ever dedicated a stage. It was products. For some companies, this cap Carson’s impact was astounding. In the years from Stage 33 that Elvis Presley made his leg- amounts to little more than a cost of doing immediately following her death, the U.S. Gov- endary first appearance on ‘‘The Ed Sullivan business—a figure they can just write off in ernment enacted a string of environmental Show,’’ and it has been the staging grounds deciding to follow the law, or not. laws, created the Environmental Protection for ‘‘The Price is Right’’ during its entire 35- My legislation would raise the cap to $20 Agency and banned most uses of the chem- year run on the network. million, a more realistic number to serve as a ical pesticide DDT, which resulted in the resur- But long before he met fame, Bob met his deterrent against violations and a more appro- gence of numerous American ecosystems and future wife Dorothy Jo Gideon after graduating priate penalty for violations that have oc- wildlife species. from Springfield Senior High. Barker would go curred.

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His memory lives on through his family OF NEVADA products more quickly, and generally to com- and the legacy of selfless service that he so IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ply more cooperatively with statutes designed bravely imprinted on our hearts. to promote and ensure safe products in the Thursday, May 24, 2007 American marketplace. Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today f f to honor Mrs. Donna Volner, who is retiring RECOGNIZING MOBILE AREA from Clark County after 15 years of distin- THANKING MR. PHIL NICHOLS FOR guished service. HIS SERVICE TO THE HOUSE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PRESI- DENT WIN HALLETT AND ECO- Donna, who is from Los Angeles, CA, began her career in Missouri where she ini- HON. ROBERT A. BRADY NOMIC DEVELOPMENT VICE PRESIDENT BILL SISSON FOR tially served as a clerk/typist for Missouri State OF PENNSYLVANIA THEIR ROLE IN RECRUITING Welfare. During her tenure with the Missouri IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THYSSENKRUPP TO ALABAMA State Welfare, Donna exhibited her tireless Thursday, May 24, 2007 dedication and her great abilities and by the end of her 14 years of service. As a result of Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam her commitment and dedication to serving oth- Speaker, on the occasion of his retirement this HON. JO BONNER ers, Donna was named County Director. month, I rise to thank Mr. Phil Nichols for his OF ALABAMA Donna’s work for Clark County began in the long career of outstanding service to the U.S. early 1990s, when she accepted a position as House of Representatives. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Phil Nichols has been an employee of the an eligibility worker for Clark County Social Thursday, May 24, 2007 House for 31 years. During that time, he has Services. In 1995, Donna transferred to the earned the respect and admiration of his fel- Neighborhood Justice Center, where she Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, today I rise served the community for 12 years. After retir- low co-workers. Phil is a person of great char- to congratulate Mobile Chamber of Commerce acter and will leave behind a legacy of profes- ing from Clark County, Donna plans to con- President Win Hallett and Economic Develop- tinue her service to the Clark County Commu- sionalism, hard work and dedication to this in- ment Vice President Bill Sisson for their efforts stitution. His list of accomplishments is far too nity as a volunteer for Clark County Social in recruiting Thyssen Krupp to build a new Services and at the local Ronald McDonald lengthy to include in this tribute. steel mill in southwest Alabama. However, one major accomplishment of House. Phil’s was his contribution to the team that up- Both Win and Bill worked tirelessly over the Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor holstered the two chairs used by the Vice past 2 years to recruit this world class steel Donna Volner. Her tireless work for Clark President of the United States and the Speak- company to Alabama. In an unprecedented County has improved the lives of countless er of the House for every State of the Union way, leaders from across Alabama and the re- people. I thank her for her dedication and speech. gion came together to promote the Alabama commitment to the community and wish her Phil’s retirement is bittersweet. The House site. the best in her future endeavors. f will lose an individual who from day one of his Over a century ago, steel was Alabama’s employment made a long term commitment to ‘‘cash crop’’ and steel manufacturing played a TRIBUTE TO MR. TEX BJORKLUND excellence. His performance has always been major role in Alabama’s industrial revolution. exceptional and above and beyond expecta- Now in 2007, Alabama is one of the leading HON. BILL SALI tions. His legacy will live on in the Chamber of producers of automobiles in the United States. the U.S. House of Representatives as we wish OF IDAHO ThyssenKrupp’s announcement brings Ala- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES him many wonderful years of happy retire- bama’s steel legacy full circle. ment. Thursday, May 24, 2007 The impact of this new steel mill will be pro- f found. ThyssenKrupp’s new steel mill prom- Mr. SALI. Madam Speaker, I rise today to IN HONOR OF PRIVATE FIRST ises at least 2,700 new permanent jobs, pay- ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing CLASS JOSHUA G. ROMERO, ing upwards of $50,000 a year. Construction the accomplishments of Mr. Tex Bjorklund. UNITED STATES ARMY will require almost 30,000 employees who will During the 1950s, Tex Bjorklund was a po- earn $40,000 to $50,000 a year. Such benefits lice officer with the Los Angeles Police Depart- HON. KAY GRANGER would not be possible without the outstanding ment. While on patrol, he received a call to re- spond to a shooting at a nearby location. OF TEXAS leadership of the Mobile Area Chamber of Upon arriving at the scene Mr. Bjorklund dis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Commerce, who in recent years has also played a lead role in other development covered the body of a 7-year-old girl who acci- Thursday, May 24, 2007 dentally had shot and killed herself with a projects including: Northrop Grumman/EADS handgun found in the glove compartment of a Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise choosing Mobile as the home for its plant to car. today to honor the courage of a brave and build tankers for the Air Force should the team Deeply moved, Tex began working on a dedicated hero of the Fort Worth community be awarded the contract; investors choosing way to help prevent this kind of tragedy from and of our Nation. Mobile County as the future home of the $600 recurring. As a result, he invented a device PFC Joshua G. Romero was a proud United million Alabama Motorsports Park, A Dale that would not only allow Americans to retain States Army soldier and a true American hero Earnhardt Jr. Speedway; and the RSA Battle their right to keep and bear arms but also who gallantly gave his life for his country on House Tower, which is the tallest building keep children from hurting themselves by May 18, 2007, during combat operations in along the Gulf Coast. Tahrir, Iraq. using firearms. In fact, Tex was one of the first Assigned to the First Cavalry Division of Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you and my people to devise what we call today a ‘‘trigger Fort Hood, Texas, Joshua enlisted during time colleagues to join me in honoring Mobile Area lock.’’ of war, which speaks volumes about his char- Chamber of Commerce President Win Hallett Unlike advocates of sweeping gun restric- acter, bravery, and clear sense of patriotism. and Economic Development Vice President tions, Mr. Bjorklund realized gun-related prob- Joshua is survived by his wife, son, father, Bill Sisson for their outstanding accomplish- lems were not the weapons themselves but mother, step-mother, and all of his sisters and ments. I would like to offer each of them my rather those who misuse them. In the wrong brothers. heartfelt thanks on behalf of the First Congres- hands a weapon can be misused by those too Our thoughts and prayers are with them and sional District for their continued contributions young to understand the deadly force guns all his family and friends. to the great State of Alabama. possess or by those who mean to do us harm.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14405 Tex saw the need for a device that would Chapter and President of FFA South Platte When I host military mothers this week, in ensure firearms are operated only for their in- District for the 2007–2008 school year. my district in Orange County, California, I will tended use. Subsequently, Mr. Bjorklund Andrew’s parents are Charlie and Patty thank them for their sacrifices, but I will also began a quest to invent such a product. Today Bartlett and he is following the footsteps of his assure them that Congress will do all we can there are hundreds of different models of locks father who has been a farmer all of his life. to take care of their children. for many models of firearms. Being a successful farmer today requires busi- I thank all of our Nation’s veterans for their We will never truly know how many lives Mr. ness and marketing skills, knowledge of ad- bravery, their service, and their sacrifice. Bjorklund saved, but it is fitting we honor him vanced technology, and knowledge of crop f and soil science. Farmers face the challenge today for his invention. A TRIBUTE TO MR. DOCK f of providing consumers with the safest, high- est quality food at the lowest price. Andrew MONTERIA BROWN, SR. IN HONOR OF THE STUDENT demonstrated his understanding of the de- GRADUATES OF PARAMUS’ mands and requirements of becoming a suc- HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD D.A.R.E. PROGRAM AT VISITA- cessful farmer is his essay detailing his farm- OF NORTH CAROLINA TION ACADEMY ing experiences. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES For his FFA Supervised Agricultural Experi- Thursday, May 24, 2007 HON. SCOTT GARRETT ence, Andrew planted, irrigated and harvested alfalfa hay, hay millet and winter wheat. In his Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Madam Speaker, it is OF NEW JERSEY essay, Andrew described his decision making with tremendous pride that I rise today to pay IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES process in determining which crops to plant in tribute to a very special friend, lifelong resident Thursday, May 24, 2007 an area where 6 years of drought have posed of Weldon, NC, outstanding citizen, and former North Carolina State House of Rep- Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Madam numerous challenges for farmers. Andrew also discussed his decisions about the use of fer- resentatives, Honorable Dock Monteria Brown, Speaker, next week, the Paramus Police De- Sr. In almost every household in Halifax and partment will hold its D.A.R.E. graduation tilizers and chemicals to eliminate risk and the importance of sound financial management Northampton County, Dock Brown is well ceremony with the students of Visitation Acad- and diversification of his crops and choice of known for his dedication to community service emy. More than 40 students are participating crops that were intended for different markets and public education. Dock is a retired prin- in this important program that gives young to expand his marketing choices. He explained cipal, teacher and basketball coach. He con- people the support they need to say no to the importance of using specific and accurate tinues to influence the lives of thousands of drugs, underage drinking, and gang violence. record keeping to assist in monitoring his fi- area residents through his tireless devotion. Drug Abuse Resistance Education, or nancial standing. He is aware of the need to On this First Congressional District 3rd Annual D.A.R.E., began as a small program in Los carefully analyze each of his decisions. He Weldon Constituent Service Day, I am so Angeles in 1983. Today, it is implemented in also understands the importance of being vigi- pleased to pay tribute to Dock Brown for such more than 75 percent of our Nation’s school lant in minimizing his costs while staying in- exemplary service and dedication to our com- districts and in more than 43 other nations. It formed of local markets. munity. uses positive peer pressure to help children Andrew has an impressive awareness of the After graduating with a masters of school defeat the negative cultural influences that many factors involved in becoming a success- administration and supervision degree from bombard them daily. ful producer in today’s market. Andrew’s family North Carolina Central University, Dock taught I am proud of the young boys and girls who and his FFA advisor, Mr. Todd Everhart, are and coached at Eastman High School. Later, participated in this program at Visitation Acad- to be commended for their efforts in sup- he became the Principal of Pittman High emy, and I would like to recognize them all for porting, encouraging and mentoring Andrew School. He was honored as the Coach of the taking this step toward positive citizenship: and for their part in helping him develop the Year in the Roanoke Chowan Athletic Con- Robert Aparri, Daniela Chavez, Christen knowledge and skills necessary for him to be ference in 1956, 1961, and 1962 and received Connelly, Anthony De Ceglie, Nicholas successful in his first farming endeavor. the highest honor in the North Coastal Plain Deutsch, Atene Di Luca, Annemarie Emmert, Andrew is the future for a way of life which Athletic Conference in 1972, 1973 and 1974. Thomas Frey Philip Garip, David Geraldes, honors the land while helping to feed the Dock inspired his students to pursue athletics Laiba Khan, Rosanna Luna, Joseph Maliani, world. I am proud to honor Andrew Bartlett for and academics while emphasizing the value of Alexander Marskosian, Jesse Mills, Chris- his success as a Future Farmer of America. moral character and community service. Dock topher O’Byrne, Charles Overholser, Rene My heartfelt congratulations to him and his often reflects on how proud he feels when Polio, Tiffany Tramontana, Joshua Victoria, family. former students return thanking him for his Dominique Balbin, Kris Daniel Berreta, Joseph f guidance. Besserer, Cassandra Di Giovanni, Patrick Before his election to the North Carolina Estanbouli, Marco Fontana, Kathleen Forero, TRIBUTE TO OUR NATION’S State House as Representative of the District Samantha Frey, Alexandra Garip, Carlyn VETERANS in 1992, Dock was a community leader in Haynes, Chanel Jhin, Eric Joseph, Seung Weldon. His involvement in community and ‘‘Ian’’ Lee, Melisa Ljekocevic, Adrian Luna, HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ civic affairs is surpassed by few. For example, Santino Manocchio, Raquel Massoud, Michael OF CALIFORNIA he was appointed to the Selection Committee Munafo, Sina Nikmaram, Dominick Paiotti, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for Superior Court Judges in 1983; North Cammy May Redling, Christina Rubino. Thursday, May 24, 2007 Carolina Drug Advisory Council from 1975 to 1976 and Halifax County Board of Commis- f Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. sioners from 1984 to 1992. He was Director of Madam Speaker, I rise today in support of our HONORING ANDREW BARTLETT the Regional L Council of Commerce from veterans who have served our country val- 1990 to 1992; Treasurer of the North Carolina iantly throughout our history. HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE As we approach Memorial Day, we find our- Association of Black County Officials; and OF COLORADO selves in the middle of wars in both Iraq and Chairman of Riverstone Counseling and Per- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Afghanistan—wars which continue to produce sonal Development. He served on the Halifax County Health Board from 1981 to 1985 and Thursday, May 24, 2007 more veterans every day. Today’s wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are Community Based Alternative Task Force as Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Madam Speaker, I rise different from others in our history. Chairman from 1989 to 1990. Additionally, he today to pay tribute to Andrew Bartlett who In today’s wars, insurgents launch uncon- was an active member in local political and was chosen as one of the 10 national winners ventional, horrific attacks on our troops, using civic organizations such as the Halifax County in a Risk Management Agency sponsored devices like IEDs—leaving some of our troops Democratic Party; Halifax County Board of essay contest for FFA members. Andrew is a requiring ongoing special medical attention. Elections; North Carolina Power; Halifax member of the Merino, Colorado Future Farm- It is critical that we provide our veterans County Coalition for Progress; the Halifax ers of America Chapter and he has recently with the care they need and deserve in return County NAACP, and the North Carolina Coop- been elected President of the Merino FFA for their bravery and sacrifice. erative Extension Service State Advisory

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They have a daughter and son, Ivy and Dock To achieve this, students dedicated the first 15 Jr. Their son-in-law is LTC Terence Singleton HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL minutes of their daily recess to walking. Rain and their grandson is Terry Singleton. Dock is OF NEW YORK or shine, outside or inside, the students of currently a member of the Board of Com- mis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sugar Grove Elementary School kept their commitment to healthy well-being and rigor- sioners for the Town of Weldon and has been Thursday, May 24, 2007 a Deacon at the First Baptist Church in Roa- ously incorporated exercise into their daily noke Rapids for the past 50 years. Mr. RANGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today school routine. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to to respond to and support the testimony by To encourage students along the way, the rise and join me in paying tribute to this out- Mr. John Feinblatt, Criminal Justice Coordi- Pennsylvania Advocates for Nutrition and Ac- standing citizen, the Honorable Dock Monteria nator for the City of New York before the tivity (PANA) awarded the Sugar Grove Ele- Brown, Sr. Oversight and Government Reform Com- mentary School with a walking shoe charm for f mittee, Domestic Policy Subcommittee on May every file mile mark they crossed. In addition, 10, 2007, regarding illegal guns and the Tiahrt the outstanding leadership of the school’s ad- IN CELEBRATION OF BETTY PIA’S amendment. ministrators and teachers as well as the guid- 90TH BIRTHDAY First, I applaud Michael Bloomberg for his ance and support of local community volun- leadership with reducing crime in New York teers helped to further motivate the students HON. JIM COSTA City. Crime fighting is tough and it requires as they strived to achieve their goal. OF CALIFORNIA strong and bold leadership to be effective. On May 31, 2007 the Sugar Grove Elemen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Second, I along with other Members of Con- tary School will cross the finish line and gress formed the bipartisan Congressional achieve their goal of 100 miles. Madam Thursday, May 24, 2007 Task Force on Illegal Guns in January of Speaker, I hope my colleagues will join me at Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I join my col- 2007. This task force was formed during the this time in congratulating the students of league Congressman GEORGE RADANOVICH, Mayors Against Illegal Guns Summit held on Sugar Grove Elementary School for their and rise today to celebrate the 90th birthday January 23, 2007 in Washington, DC. The bi- grand achievement. I wish them all continued of Mrs. Betty Pia, a wonderful mother, advo- partisan task force is solely concerned about success in their future endeavors. cate, and community leader. illegal guns and crime control. Let me be clear f Betty has had an interesting life story. As a that the task force supports the Second HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF native of the state of Georgia, she was born Amendment and believes in protecting the SHIRLEY KAY FEGAN on May 29, 1917. She moved to Madera, CA rights of responsible and legal gun owners. from Southern California in 1965 with her hus- We oppose the traffic in illegal guns which band Joe. Betty and Joe have one daughter, presents a danger to our society. HON. TOM DAVIS Nancy, who they raised in the Central Valley Third, to begin to address the problems as- OF VIRGINIA of California. Betty has accomplished much in sociated with crime and illegal guns, members IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her life, but she is most known for her commit- of the task force and other Members of Con- Thursday, May 24, 2007 ment and passion for taking care of others. As gress sent a letter to the leadership of the Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- owner and operator of Magic Heart Guest Commerce Justice and Science Subcommittee er, I rise today to honor Ms. Shirley Kay Home, she has been in the residential care requesting Mr. MOLLAHAN and Mr. FRELING- Fegan on the occasion of her retirement after business for over 35 years. HUYSEN to change the language in the Tiahrt 50 years of dedicated service to the greater As a community leader, Betty has been in- Amendment. Washington, DC metropolitan area. volved in the local Women’s Improvement We support providing local law enforcement Before rising to her present role as head of Club, Kiwanis Club, Chamber of Commerce, agencies with the tools and information they school at The Congressional Schools of Vir- and was the 2005 Grand Marshall of the Old need to fight crime, particularly getting infor- ginia, Ms. Fegan spent many years raising Timer’s Day Celebration in Madera. As an ad- mation on gun trace data. awareness about poverty and cultivating her vocate of the Valley, Betty has been involved Lastly, day in and day out, reports are aired passion for education. in local, state, and national politics for most of in local and national media outlets about peo- Upon graduating from Georgetown Univer- her life. ple being wounded and killed by guns. I’m cer- sity, Ms. Fegan traveled to Central America, In Georgia she got her start in politics by tain that the vast majority of those incidents where she worked with the Alliance for serving as President Franklin D. Roosevelt’s are committed with illegal guns. This is deeply Progress to aid indigenous populations. Im- nurse and developed a personal friendship troubling and disheartening to me. Action is passioned by this experience, Ms. Fegan re- with President Jimmy Carter, who she later needed and it is needed now. turned to the Washington, DC area, where she was able to bring to the Valley during his term f developed programs through the Office of in office. Despite being a lifelong Democrat, Economic Opportunity (OEO) to support mi- Betty has truly been bipartisan in nature as CONGRATULATING THE STUDENTS grant laborers. Ms. Fegan then applied the she has always put people before politics. OF SUGAR GROVE ELEMENTARY skills she had developed at OEO to the Dis- This is evident in the fact that Betty has SCHOOL trict of Columbia, helping to establish the first served on Congressman RADANOVICH’s Edu- inner city HMO. Not only did this endeavor cational Committee and has been his delegate HON. PHIL ENGLISH succeed in helping those affected by the 1968 to the National Silver Hair Congress for 12 OF PENNSYLVANIA riots, but the project eventually culminated in years. Betty has actively supported California IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the opening of a 63,000 square foot facility Governors that range from former Governor which provides medical, dental, and pharma- Thursday, May 24, 2007 Jerry Brown to former Governor Pete Wilson. ceutical services. Despite pleas from family and friends to Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Madam In 1979, Ms. Fegan began working at The slow down, Betty still continues to operate her Speaker, the students of Sugar Grove Ele- Congressional Schools of Virginia, where she guest home and continues to be a driving mentary School in Warren County, Pennsyl- has made a tremendous impact on students force in local politics. Throughout the many vania are making great strides in promoting and faculty alike. Her presence was felt from roads she has traveled, we thank Betty for the the importance of physical activity and living a the start as she applied her knowledge of the many lives that she has touched along the healthy lifestyle within their school’s student non-profit field to help restructure the institu- way. It is for these reasons that we join Betty body. As a 2006 recipient of the Keystone tion and organize a volunteer school board.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14407 After becoming head of school in 1992, Ms. ordinated the training and operations of the trict, Mr. Michael Hogan. For 30 years, Mr. Fegan launched a series of initiatives that Iraqi Army and Police in the Marine sector of Hogan has devoted his time and energy to the have led to the creation of strong athletic and Iraq. Colonel Navarre is currently assigned to students and families of High School District community service programs. She has also Camp Pendleton where he lives with his wife, 204 in Cook County. Now, as he prepares for been instrumental in incorporating information Yana Lahanis. his retirement, I would like to thank him for his technology into the school’s classrooms. As Chief of Staff for all Marine Corps instal- years of dedicated service. Whether Ms. Fegan was raising awareness lations west of the Mississippi River, he is a Mr. Hogan’s decision to become a teacher on behalf of minority communities, making an trusted advisor and true advocate of our led him to college to complete his degree and impact on the District’s inner city areas, or troops. Over the years he has selflessly dedi- education certification in 1978. To finance his helping transform The Congressional Schools cated his life to injured Marines and their fami- education, Mr. Hogan took on a wide variety of Virginia into a first rate learning institution, lies by promoting community involvement, as- of service jobs, where he developed a dis- Ms. Fegan has always dedicated herself to the sistance for disabled Veterans, and support to ciplined attitude and strong work ethic that serving others. troop family members. continues to guide his life. Mr. Hogan’s aware- Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to In his 30 years of military service Colonel ness of the importance of family, friends, in- commend and congratulate Ms. Fegan on all Navarre has proven himself an able and will- tegrity, and career is the foundation of his pro- ing leader. He has received the Legion of of her achievements. I call upon my col- fessional success, and has led his colleagues Merit, an award given for exceptional service leagues to join me in applauding Shirley for and the communities he serves to hold him in in a time of war or peace. He also received her past accomplishments and in wishing her the highest regard. the Defense Meritorious Service Medal, the continued success in the years to come. Mr. Hogan began his career in education as third highest peacetime defense award. f On behalf of the people of the United a special education teacher at Lyons Town- States, whom Colonel Navarre spent a career ship High School, serving students who felt RECOGNIZING THE 100TH BIRTH- disconnected from their families, school, and DAY OF MR. HOWARD E. serving, I thank him for his service and com- mitment to the defense of our Nation. peers because of emotional and behavioral LEFEVRE disabilities. He provided the structure, em- f pathic concern, and skill-building activities that HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI TRIBUTE TO LANCE CORPORAL his students needed to allow them an oppor- OF OHIO BEN DESILETS tunity to develop trusting relationships with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES others and graduate from high school to be- come productive citizens. Mr. Hogan later be- Thursday, May 24, 2007 HON. RAY LAHOOD OF ILLINOIS came the Dean of Students in High School Mr. TIBERI. Madam Speaker, It is with great IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES District 204. Again, his commitment to teach- pleasure that I recognize the 100th birthday of Thursday, May 24, 2007 ing the skills of responsible decision-making Mr. Howard E. LeFevre. and his willingness to help individuals under- Such a milestone is certainly deserving of Mr. LaHOOD. Madam Speaker, I submit the stand and assume responsibility for their ac- recognition. Mr. LeFevre has been an eye- following article for the RECORD. tions resulted in a positive, life-changing expe- witness to some of the most tumultuous ELMWOOD: CITY MOURNS LOSS OF MARINE rience for countless students. events in human history. Two World Wars, the ELMWOOD.—The city continued to grieve For the final 15 years of his career, Mr. birth and demise of the Soviet Union, the first the loss of part of its ‘‘family’’ Wednesday, Hogan has served as Associate Principal, flight of an airplane, and space travel are all mourning the death of Lance Cpl. Ben Desilets, killed in action in Iraq. dedicating himself to his principle of ‘‘making examples of events that have transpired in his ‘‘What people don’t understand about Elm- the school work.’’ His fairness, integrity, and lifetime. wood, it’s a family. When we lose one person, meticulous attention to detail have impacted His life has been marked by his service and we all lose,’’ said Elmwood High School the daily lives of all those he has served: the generosity. Service to others and service to English teacher Cathy Meyers. faculty, staff, and families of Lyons Township the community are timeless American tradi- Nearly every flag in Elmwood was flying at High School. half-mast to honor Desilets. tions and hallmarks of what has made our na- The 2004 Elmwood High School graduate Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in tion so great. Mr. LeFevre’s leadership and and another Marine were killed Tuesday in honoring Mr. Michael Hogan as an out- strength of character have enhanced every or- the Anbar province of western Iraq, where standing educator, and recognize his tireless ganization under his care and positively influ- Desilets was deployed with 3rd Battalion, efforts to educate and develop generations of enced countless members of our community. 10th Marine Regiment. Officials with the 2nd confident, responsible, and disciplined stu- Mark Twain was right when he observed, Marine Expeditionary Force in Camp dents. He has done nothing less than an ex- ‘‘Only he who has seen better days and lives Lejeune, NC., declined to comment on how he died except to say it was during combat traordinary job in preparing future generations to see better days again knows their full operations. for their challenges ahead. I thank and con- value.’’ A statement from the family stated gratulate Michael for his service and dedica- Please allow me to join his family and Desilets, 21, had been behind the wheel of a tion and wish him a happy, healthy, and ful- friends in wishing him all the best. Humvee when he died in the early morning filling retirement. hours. The other Marine was Cpl Julian M. f f Woodall, 21, of Tallahassee, Fla. TRIBUTE TO COLONEL STEWART ‘‘He thought he was doing good,’’ said his HONORING THE TEXAS CITY NAVARRE, USMC mother, Brenda Desilets. ‘‘I was proud of POLICE DEPARTMENT him. It made him grow up a lot.’’ Desilets had been in the Marines since Sep- HON. DARRELL E. ISSA tember 2004. He joined, in part, to support his HON. NICK LAMPSON OF CALIFORNIA 3-year-old daughter, Kyra. OF TEXAS It was Desilets’ second tour in Iraq. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Thursday, May 24, 2007 Thursday, May 24, 2007 HONORING MR. MICHAEL HOGAN Mr. ISSA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to OF HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT 204 Mr. LAMPSON. Madam Speaker, I am honor the 30 years of exemplary service that ON HIS RETIREMENT proud to stand before you today in celebration COL Stewart Navarre of the United States Ma- of a truly historic achievement by the Texas rine Corps has given to this great country. City Police Department. On February 13th of Colonel Navarre has served in many capac- HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI this year, the Law Enforcement Recognition OF ILLINOIS ities since graduating Marine Corps Basic Committee Foundation Board officially voted to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES School in 1977. He served as Rifle Platoon bestow the Recognized Status Award for Best Commander and Commanding Officer and as Thursday, May 24, 2007 Business Practices upon the Department, the Commander of the Fifth Marine Regiment Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise today making the Texas City PD the first recipient of in Iraq. In 2004 and 2005 he oversaw and co- to honor an exceptional educator in my dis- that award in the entire State.

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To be eligible for recognition Alabama a better place to live and work. they might cause to unintended targets, like under this program, an agency must meet or f other wildlife, or people who would eat the exceed up to 152 Best Practices Standards in crops. all aspects of law enforcement operations, in- PAYING TRIBUTE TO GARY cluding policies, procedures, equipment, facili- WADDELL In 1957, her concerns became reality. ties, and management. Spraying for mosquitoes in Massachusetts, Under the leadership of Chief Robert J. HON. JON C. PORTER covering Long Island with a mixture of DDT Burby, the employees of the Texas City Police OF NEVADA and fuel-oil to eradicate the gypsy moth, and Department have worked hard to merit this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a chemical war against fire ants in the great honor. I believe it is fitting that, as Texas Thursday, May 24, 2007 South—all of these caused the widespread City Mayor Matt Doyle remarked at the State death of other animals in the areas. Certification Award Ceremony on March 22nd, Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today the Texas City Police Department will be re- to honor Gary Waddell, a Senior Television Ms. Carson, a former scientist at the U.S. membered as ‘‘The Model. The First for Oth- Anchor and community philanthropist. Fish and Wildlife Service with a Masters de- ers to Follow.’’ Mr. Gary Waddell is a graduate of Brown In- gree in Zoology, and the author of two pre- f stitute of Broadcasting in Minneapolis, and at- vious books, wrote a third, Silent Spring, about tended the University of Minnesota. Mr. the pesticide problem. She described the CONGRATULATING GORDON G. Waddell began his broadcasting career work- issue in vivid terms—a happy town struck by MARTIN ON BEING NAMED THE ing as a disc jockey for a local radio station a ‘‘strange blight’’ that stopped the birds from MONTGOMERY ADVERTISER’S while in college. He was a reporter for WFLD– flying and silenced their voices. 2007 CITIZEN OF THE YEAR TV in Chicago, and covered the 1968 Demo- cratic Convention as well as the federal trial of Her message was not accepted quietly. HON. JO BONNER the Chicago Seven. In 1971, he moved to Las Even the idea of the book, before it was pub- OF ALABAMA Vegas to work for KORK–TV as an anchor. lished, was enough to cause the chemical in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Waddell is currently the Senior Television dustry, with the support of the U.S. Depart- Anchor at KLAS–TV and has been an anchor Thursday, May 24, 2007 ment of Agriculture, to work to discredit Ms. with the station for over 20 years. Carson. She was called a ‘‘hysterical woman’’ Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, I rise today In addition to his professional career, Mr. and threatened with lawsuits. Her meticulous to congratulate Gordon Martin on being Waddell contributes his time to many chari- scientific work was described as ‘‘oversim- named the Montgomery Advertiser’s 2007 Cit- table events and organizations in Southern izen of the Year and to offer heartfelt thanks Nevada, including the Lied Discovery Chil- plifications,’’ ‘‘downright errors,’’ and ‘‘scary on behalf of the people of Alabama for his ex- dren’s Museum, the Nevada Senior Games, generalizations.’’ emplary philanthropic service to both the city the Muscular Dystrophy Association, the However, Rachel Carson did not back down of Montgomery and the State of Alabama. Kiwanis Teacher of the Year Awards and the from a fight. Even as she was battling cancer, Born in Birmingham, Alabama, Gordon has annual Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Ms. Carson testified before Congress, stood received several degrees, including a bach- Campaign. Mr. Waddell also is a member of up for her research and her work, and, with elor’s and juris doctorate from the University of the Board of Directors for the Muscular Dys- her eloquent words and confidence in the Alabama, as well as a master’s degree in pub- trophy Association. science behind them, rallied millions of Ameri- lic administration from George Washington Mr. Waddell was honored with the Best Tel- cans to her side. University. evision Anchor Award by the Las Vegas Re- His dedication to public service began early. view Journal’s ‘‘Best of Las Vegas’’ poll and Rachel Carson helped begin the modem en- While an undergraduate at Alabama, Gordon along with his colleague Paula Francis, re- vironmental movement by helping Americans was elected president of the student govern- ceived the Best Anchor Team Award in the relate to complicated scientific issues. She ment association and was inducted into sev- Women in Communications Electronic Media also forced the Government to consider that eral academic and student honor societies, in- Awards. even potentially beneficial practices like elimi- cluding Capstone Men. As a graduate student Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Gary nating the bugs that ate our crops could have studying in Washington, D.C., Gordon and Waddell in his efforts to help make Southern dangerous environmental effects. Her stand several others founded DC Cares, which has Nevada a better place. I applaud his willing- paved the way for others to join the cause. grown to be the largest volunteer clearing- ness to help others and wish him the best. She spoke the first ‘‘inconvenient truth.’’ house in our Nation’s Capital. f Gordon’s commitment to public service only When she died, she left a legacy for us to continued when he moved to Montgomery, COMMEMORATING THE 100TH carry. The pesticide problem did not end with BIRTHDAY OF RACHEL CARSON where he now serves as vice-president of Ala- Silent Spring. Our environment is not safe bama Power’s Southern Division. He currently from dangers. Agricultural run-off, sprawl and sits on the boards of more than a dozen civic HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN logging, and of course, global warming, are groups and charities. He is chairman of the OF MARYLAND persistent threats that we must face with the Montgomery Riverfront Development Founda- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, president of the Montgomery Museum of same courage and tenacity Rachel Carson Fine Arts, chairman-elect of the Montgomery Thursday, May 24, 2007 showed 40 years ago. Area Chamber of Commerce, and serves on Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Madam Speaker, I rise This year, Congress is prepared to meet the boards of Huntingdon College and the Ala- today to celebrate the life of Rachel Carson those challenges head on. We are developing bama Shakespeare Festival. and to commemorate her 100th birthday this comprehensive global warming legislation to Madam Speaker, Gordon G. Martin has Sunday, May 27. curb pollution and reduce our dependence on Rachel Carson was an author, environ- dedicated his life to the service of others, all- foreign oil. the-while being a devoted husband and father mentalist, scientist, and poet. She was also a to four children. I ask my colleagues to join person with the courage to speak out against We all have the responsibility to follow Ra- with me in thanking Gordon for his commit- policies that harmed the environment. chel Carson’s example to be stewards of our ment to so many wonderful philanthropic mis- In 1945, the U.S. Government was increas- environment and natural resources. We must sions. ingly using chemical pesticides to control ensure that we and the generations that follow I know his wife, Margret; his four children, pests that were harming agricultural crops. us can, as Ms. Carson advised, ‘‘dwell among Tucker, Bailey, Perry, and Lilly; and his many Rachel Carson, living in Silver Spring at the the beauties and mysteries of the earth.’’ friends join with me in praising his many ac- time, was particularly alarmed by insecticide

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14409 TRIBUTE TO SHERIFF’S DEPUTY No on the Franks Amendment to H.R. 1585, No on the Hensarling Amendment to H.R. MARVIN JEROME SCARLETT the National Defense Authorization Act for Fis- 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform cal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 368) Act (Rollcall No. 392) HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK No on the King Amendment to H.R. 1585, No on the Neugebauer Amendment to H.R. the National Defense Authorization Act for Fis- OF FLORIDA 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform cal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 369) Act (Rollcall No. 393) IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Aye on the Moran Amendment to H.R. Aye on the Neugebauer Amendment to H.R. Thursday, May 24, 2007 1585, the National Defense Authorization Act 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform Mr. MEEK of Florida. Madam Speaker, I rise for Fiscal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 370) Act (Rollcall No. 394) today with a heavy heart as I mourn the pass- Aye on the Holt Amendment to H.R. 1585, No on the Motion to Recommit H.R. 1427, ing of a friend and fellow member of the law the National Defense Authorization Act for Fis- the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act enforcement community, Marvin Jerome cal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 371) (Rollcall No. 395) Aye on the Motion to Recommit H.R. 1585, Scarlett of Henry County, Georgia. Sheriff’s Aye on final passage of H.R. 1427, the Fed- the National Defense Authorization Act for Fis- Deputy Scarlett was a patriot dedicated to up- eral Housing Finance Reform Act (Rollcall No. cal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 372) 396) holding and defending the rule of law. He was Aye on final passage of H.R. 1585, the Na- a man of great courage, conviction and pas- Yea on S. 214, the Preserving United States tional Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Attorney Independence Act (Rollcall No. 397) sion who lived a wonderfully fulfilling life sur- Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 373) rounded by a loving family, close friends and Yea on H.R. 2264, to amend the Sherman Yea on H. Res. 404, providing for consider- Act to make oil-producing and exporting car- admiring colleagues. ation of the H.R. 1427, the Federal Housing Sheriff’s Deputy Scarlett was a college tels illegal (Rollcall No. 398) Finance Reform Act (Rollcall No. 374) Yea on S. 1104, a bill to increase the num- friend and a teammate; together we played Yea on ordering the previous question on H. ber of Iraqi and Afghani translators and inter- beside each other on the football field at Flor- Res. 409, providing for consideration of the preters who may be admitted to the United ida Agricultural and Mechanical University in conference report to accompany the concur- States as special immigrants (Rollcall No. 399) Tallahassee, Florida. Marvin reflected the very rent resolution (S. Con. Res. 21) setting forth Yea on H.R. 2399, to amend the Immigra- best qualities I would hope for in a team- the congressional budget for the United States tion and Nationality Act to combat the crime of mate—he always put the team first and this Government (Rollcall No. 375) alien smuggling and related activities (Rollcall dedication to his peers and community was a Aye on H. Res. 409, providing for consider- No. 400) hallmark of Marvin’s personality. ation of the conference report to accompany Yea on H.R. 1722, to designate the facility I mourn alongside the loving family of the concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 21) of the United States Postal Service located at Marvin Jerome Scarlett, and honor his wife setting forth the congressional budget for the 601 Banyan Trail in Boca Raton, Florida, as Latosha, and children Johnnie, Lottrenise, United States Government (Rollcall No. 376) the ‘‘Leonard W. Herman Post Office’’ (Rollcall Yea on agreeing to the conference report S. Lottriana, and Shi-Mon. During this difficult No. 401) time, we will comfort the Scarlett family and Con. Res. 21 (Rollcall No. 377) Aye on Democratic Motion to Table Resolu- No on Bachus Amendment to H.R. 1427, pray for their wellbeing. tion Raising a Question of Privileges of the the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act Like the God he faithfully served, this gen- House (Rollcall No. 402) tleman came and lived among us that we may (Rollcall No. 378) f have hope more abundantly. True to his faith, No on Hensarling Amendment to H.R. 1427, Sheriff’s Deputy Scarlett would urge us to be- the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act IN RECOGNITION OF JAMES CLARK lieve that his death does not represent an ir- (Rollcall No. 379) WIDER, SR. revocable finality, and he would assure us that No on the McHenry Amendment to H.R. he will live on in the good deeds he left be- 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform HON. DOUG LAMBORN hind. Indeed, no life could be more revered for Act (Rollcall No. 380) Aye on the Kanjorski Amendment to H.R. OF COLORADO having fulfilled his vocation as God’s faithful IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES steward. I will cherish the wonderful memories 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform Thursday, May 24, 2007 I have of Marvin Jerome Scarlett, a true friend Act (Rollcall No. 381) No on the Roskam Amendment to H.R. and defender of our community. Mr. LAMBORN. Madam Speaker, I rise 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform f today to recognize Mr. James Clark Wider, Sr. Act (Rollcall No. 382) for his tremendous contributions to the art PERSONAL EXPLANATION No on the Garrett Amendment to H.R. 1427, world and to his country. Originally from Co- the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act lumbia, South Carolina, Mr. Wider served his (Rollcall No. 383) country for 20 years in both the United States HON. BRIAN BAIRD Yea on H.R. 698, the Industrial Bank Hold- Army and Marine Corps. Today he is the OF WASHINGTON ing Company Act (Rollcall No. 384) owner of the Southwinds Art Gallery and Stu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Yea on H.R. 1425, designating the facility of dio in Colorado Springs, where he not only the United States Postal Service located at Thursday, May 24, 2007 creates exceptional artwork, but he also edu- 4551 East 52nd Street in Odessa, Texas, as Mr. BAIRD. Madam Speaker, between May cates others about the importance of art to the the ‘‘Staff Sergeant Marvin ‘Rex’ Young Post 16, 2007, and May 22, 2007, I traveled to the maintenance of a culture and civilization. Office Building’’ (Rollcall No. 385) Middle East to attend the World Economic No on the Feeney Amendment to H.R. Mr. Wider’s extraordinary work clearly dem- Forum and to visit with troops from my district 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform onstrates his love of humanity and apprecia- now serving in Iraq. As a result, I missed a Act (Rollcall No. 386) tion for variety in artwork. By capturing and number of votes. I take my voting responsi- No on the Price Amendment to H.R. 1427, conveying emotion in addition to riveting im- bility very seriously; had I been present, I the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act agery, Mr. Wider offers an intimate glance at would have voted the following: (Rollcall No. 387) bygone eras and other worlds, bringing history No on the Andrews Amendment to H.R. No on the Sessions Amendment to H.R. to life. Scenes from Mr. Wider’s childhood are 1585, the National Defense Authorization Act 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform the basis for his ‘‘Downhome Series’’ while the for Fiscal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 364) Act (Rollcall No. 388) culture and customs of the Massai Tribe of No on the DeFazio Amendment to H.R. No on the Brady Amendment to H.R. 1427, Kenya are the inspiration for his African Herit- 1585, the National Defense Authorization Act the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act age Series. Mr. Wider has used his talent to for Fiscal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 365) (Rollcall No. 389) celebrate all the positive aspects of African- No on the Woolsey Amendment to H.R. No on the Price Amendment to H.R. 1427, American heritage. Instilling the black commu- 1585, the National Defense Authorization Act the Federal Housing Finance Reform Act nity throughout the country with immense for Fiscal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 366) (Rollcall No. 390) pride in its history, Mr. Wider believes that it Aye on the Tierney Amendment to H.R. No on the Doolittle Amendment to H.R. is necessary to acknowledge the struggles of 1585, the National Defense Authorization Act 1427, the Federal Housing Finance Reform African Americans, for in so doing we also I for Fiscal Year 2008 (Rollcall No. 367) Act (Rollcall No. 391) acknowledge their strength and invincible will.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14410 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 Mr. Wider’s positive and celebratory attitude RECOGNIZING THE COMMUNITY OF Tipton Academy, housed in the closed ele- enables him to connect with and inspire peo- TIPTON, KANSAS mentary school building. Boys who come to ple of all races and ages. Educating genera- the academy are there to experience a dif- tions about art, he seeks to encourage all of HON. JERRY MORAN ferent setting, a positive one. One way to do us to become art lovers and collectors. Mr. OF KANSAS that is to have the boys involved in the com- Wider’s numerous awards and recognitions in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity. They contributed to the construction of a kitchen, eating and serving area in the new clude an honorary membership in the Austin, Thursday, May 24, 2007 Texas Chapter of the NAACP, life membership community building that Tipton residents use Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I of the Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, a 1992 ‘‘Art- for all sorts of community events and celebra- rise today to recognize the citizens of Tipton, tions. ist of the Year’’ Award from the Austin Chapter Kansas for continuing efforts to sustain and For rural communities to survive and pros- of the National Business League, and a listing revitalize their community. per, citizens must be willing to create their in the premier edition of Who’s Who Among Most communities in rural America would own opportunities for success. Ongoing efforts Blacks in Colorado Springs. like to see future generations return home and to revitalize Tipton are an example of how The nation as a whole has profoundly bene- keep alive its way of life. Tipton residents are hard work, vision and involvement can create fited from his influence. In him, the African- no different. They want to provide the next just such an opportunity. Citizens throughout American community possesses an excep- generation the opportunity to continue the Kansas are working together to enhance the tional role model and the art world has a true quality rural lifestyle the previous generation quality of life in their communities. Tipton is a champion. The people of Colorado’s Fifth afforded them. The difference is that this com- developing success story that demonstrates Congressional District are privileged that this munity knows its future is in its hands. So they how teamwork and creative thinking can make a positive difference in rural America. great American has chosen to call our com- have volunteered these hands to construct munity home; Mr. Wider is an asset to the art what is needed to attract and retain the youth f world and to his country, and we are pro- who, too often, leave for the ‘‘city.’’ HONORING THE 90TH ANNIVER- In the summer of 2003, the parents and stu- foundly thankful for his numerous contribu- SARY OF WRIGHT-PATTERSON dents of Tipton were faced with the impending tions. AIR FORCE BASE consolidation of their elementary school—leav- ing the students with up to a 20 mile bus drive f and the town with one less way to attract and HON. MICHAEL R. TURNER retain businesses and the families they em- OF OHIO TRIBUTE TO THE POLICE UNITY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TOUR ploy. Although the long drive would be taxing on the students and parents, convenience Thursday, May 24, 2007 wasn’t the catalyst for the action that was Mr. TURNER. Madam Speaker, I would like HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN about to take place that summer. Mayor Adri- to recognize Wright-Patterson Air Force Base an Arnoldy was among those who knew what (WPAFB) on the occasion of its 90th anniver- OF NEW JERSEY losing the school would mean to Tipton. He sary this month. When the United States en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES told me, ‘‘Our parents faced the prospect of tered World War I in 1917, the army selected their children being enrolled in three different Dayton as the location to increase our Na- Thursday, May 24, 2007 schools in three different towns. Losing our el- tion’s air forces. Three military installations, ementary school was not an option because Wilbur Wright Field, the Fairfield Aviation Gen- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Madam Speaker, I we knew that as schools leave communities, eral Supply Depot, and McCook Field, were rise today to recognize the Police Unity Tour so go the communities themselves.’’ opened in 1917 to assist the military with avia- which honors the memory and courage of law Thinking ahead about the future effects of tion development. The use of Wilbur Wright enforcement officers killed in the line of duty losing the elementary school, the town voted Field as a government installation dates back and raises money for the National Law En- to create its own school—the Tipton Christian to May of 1917, 90 years ago this month. forcement Officers Memorial in Washington, School, a private K–6 facility. Those com- As the birthplace of aviation, Dayton, Ohio D.C. Over one thousand police officers from mitted hands of Tipton’s residents worked to- is proud to be the home of one of the largest around the country have completed the tour, gether and completed the new school in less Air Force installations in the world. In fact, in four hundred of whom left from the Township than two months with all volunteer labor. Pri- 1924, Dayton citizens purchased over 4,500 of Morris, Morris County, New Jersey, a vi- vate donations funded the cost of the new fa- acres of land for $425,000 and provided the brant community I am proud to represent and cility and continue to finance school operations deeds to President Calvin Coolidge for the rode over 300 miles to the Memorial in Wash- to date. The construction and funding of a new construction of a new aviation engineering ington. school in 41 days is just one example of how center that later became part of WPAFB. The this community stands up against the pre- excellent and groundbreaking work of air de- In May 1997 the Police Unity Tour was or- vailing winds of consolidation and urbanization velopment at WPAFB distinguishes the base ganized by Officer Patrick P. Montuore of the plaguing rural America. I can only imagine that as a landmark of tremendous historical impor- Florham Park Police Department, with the the residents of Tipton will make sure this tance. Dayton has been involved in flight from hope of raising public awareness of police offi- school succeeds in the same way Tipton the Wright B Flyer to the F–22, the current cers who have died in the line of duty and to Catholic Senior High School has since 1919. stealth fighter. honor their sacrifices. During a period when small towns through- The leadership responsibilities and innova- The tour started in 1997 with 18 riders on a out the country have experienced the shut- tive research currently undertaken at WPAFB four day fund-raising bicycle ride from Florham tered doors of a main street no longer able to are essential to the success and future air su- Park, N.J. to the National Law Enforcement keep customers in the shops, efforts like these periority of the United States Air Force Officers Memorial in Washington. This past have helped Tipton maintain an active busi- (USAF). WPAFB serves as the headquarters year they had over one thousand riders na- ness community. Hollerich Construction is an for the branch’s worldwide logistics system tionwide who made the trip. Inspired by their example of a business matching the commit- and all USAF systems development and pro- commitment and their motto, ‘‘WE RIDE FOR ment made by residents. The company has curement; the headquarters for National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC), the THOSE WHO DIED,’’ the National Law En- expanded its presence in Tipton, along with Department of Defense’s primary source for forcement Officers Memorial Fund has se- Great Plains Manufacturing who recently dou- bled the size of its agricultural equipment foreign aerospace intelligence; an aeronautical lected their organization to be the sponsor of manufacturing plant. engineering center; a major research labora- the Museum’s Hall of Remembrance. Tipton residents have shown character, de- tory; the Air Force Institute of Technology Madam Speaker, I urge you and my col- termination and the high value they place on (AFIT); the second largest USAF medical cen- leagues to join me in congratulating the Police family, friends and neighbors. It is their hope ter; and is crowned by the National Museum Unity Tour on their 11th Anniversary of hon- that these ideals will be an example to some of the USAF, the largest military aviation mu- oring fallen law enforcement heroes! of the troubled boys at the recently opened seum in the world.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14411 Madam Speaker, I trust that my colleagues group was created as a political, economic, HONORING NEAL WADE AND THE will join me in honoring the 90th anniversary of and strategic alliance aimed at overcoming ALABAMA DEVELOPMENT OF- WPAFB. The renowned work at WPAFB is common risks and threats and strengthening FICE FOR BEING RATED NUMBER considered by many as the backbone of the the independence and sovereignty of its mem- ONE BY SITE SELECTION MAGA- USAF and essential to our country’s national ber states. ZINE security. During the last decade, Azerbaijan has im- f plemented structural reforms and adopted nu- HON. JO BONNER merous legislative changes to pave the way OF ALABAMA PERSONAL EXPLANATION for further integration within the global econ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES omy. It has also been moving toward a more Thursday, May 24, 2007 HON. DEBORAH PRYCE diversified economy that would achieve sus- OF OHIO tainable growth and meet the social and de- Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, today I rise to pay tribute to Neal Wade and the Alabama IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES velopmental needs of its population. Since signing the ‘‘Contract of the Century’’ Development Office for being selected as the Thursday, May 24, 2007 in 1994, Azerbaijan has developed its energy winner of the 2006 Competitiveness Award by Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Madam Speaker, I was sources within the Caspian region to help di- Site Selection magazine. detained in a meeting in the Senate during versify western energy supplies. On July 13, This is the second consecutive year that the rollcall vote 398. Had I been present, I would 2006 the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan main oil export Alabama Development Office has received have voted ‘‘aye.’’ pipeline was inaugurated while the Baku- this prestigious award. The award is being f Tbilisi-Erzurum natural gas pipeline is ex- given to the Alabama Development Office pected to be completed at the end of this based on its success in recruiting new invest- THE REPUBLIC OF AZERBAIJAN month. In addition, in March 2007 Azerbaijan ments and jobs to Alabama. and the United States signed a Memorandum In 2006, a total of 586 companies undertook HON. PETER T. KING of Understanding on Energy Security in the projects to set up operations or to expand ex- isting facilities in Alabama. These projects rep- OF NEW YORK Caspian region aimed at strengthening our al- resent more than $3.1 billion in capital invest- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ready strong cooperation with respect to the ment. The new and expanding businesses will Thursday, May 24, 2007 supply and transport of Caspian energy re- sources and bolstering energy security in the also create approximately 24,780 jobs. ADO is off to a fast start in 2007. Just this Mr. KING of New York. Madam Speaker, West. month, Alabama learned it will be the site of today I rise to acknowledge one of our key al- Let us today congratulate the Republic of one of the largest economic development lies—the Republic of Azerbaijan—as it cele- Azerbaijan on its forthcoming 89th Anniversary projects in the country. ThyssenKrupp, one of brates its 89th Annual Republic Day on May celebrations and continue to develop this im- Germany’s leading steel industries, announced 28. After the fall of the Russian Empire, Azer- portant friendship between our two countries. it will build its $3.7 billion steel plant in Ala- baijan proclaimed its independence on May f 28, 1918. Unfortunately, the Red Army in- bama. ThyssenKrupp’s new steel mill will cre- vaded Azerbaijan on April 28, 1920 pre- PAYING TRIBUTE TO MARCIA ate at least 2,700 new permanent jobs, and empting its reach for liberty for seventy years. NEEL the construction of the mill will require the Azerbaijan’s second opportunity for freedom services of over 30,000 workers. came at a heavy price following the 1990 inva- HON. JON C. PORTER Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join sion of Baku by Soviet troops resulting in the with me in congratulating both Neal Wade and OF NEVADA all of those at the Alabama Development Of- death of more than one hundred thirty civil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ians. Moscow’s rule, however, grew weaker fice for being named the best in the Nation for and by 1991 popular pressure led the country Thursday, May 24, 2007 2006 by Site Selection magazine. For these to declare its independence. On August 30, Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today and all their accomplishments, I extend my 1991, Azerbaijan’s Parliament adopted the to honor Marcia Neel, who, after serving the heartfelt thanks for their continued service to Declaration on the Restoration of the State of Clark County School District for nearly 30 the Alabama business community, the First Independence of the Republic of Azerbaijan years, will retire this year. She is an out- Congressional District, the State of Alabama, and on October 18, 1991 the Constitution was standing educator whose commitment to our and to the international business community. approved. community has made a profound difference to f Given past Soviet rule and the difficult geo- the students of Clark County School District. INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION political environment, Azerbaijan’s determina- Marcia currently serves as the Supervisor of TO INCLUDE GREECE IN THE tion to look westward for its political and eco- the Secondary Music Program of the Clark VISA WAIVER PROGRAM nomic allies should be applauded. County School District, where she oversees Azerbaijan was among the first nations to the music education of over 50,000 students. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY offer the United States support in the Global Marcia is a leader in the field of music edu- OF NEW YORK War on Terror, providing airspace and airport cation and she has served as President of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES use for Operation Enduring Freedom in Af- Nevada Music Educators Association on two ghanistan. Azerbaijan was also the first Mus- separate terms. Marcia has also served as Thursday, May 24, 2007 lim nation to send troops to Iraq. Though bilat- President of the Nevada Choral Directors As- Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Madam eral cooperation on terrorism issues between sociation and is a member of the National Ex- Speaker, today I introduce legislation to in- the United States and Azerbaijan predates ecutive Board of the National Association for clude Greece as a program country in the September 11, 2001, our relations were Music Education (MENC). Marcia has also Visa Waiver Program. The Visa Waiver Pro- strengthened following Azerbaijan’s immediate been recognized for her distinguished work in gram permits nationals from certain countries and unwavering support in the Global War on the classroom. In 1993, Marcia received the who are traveling to the United States for tour- Terror. Nevada Music Educator of the Year Award. ism or business to stay for 90 days or less Azerbaijan cooperates with the United She was also recognized in 1993 by the Dis- without obtaining a visa. Currently, 27 coun- States within international and regional institu- ney Channel as the National Performing Arts tries are included in the Visa Waiver Program. tions including the United Nations, the Organi- Teacher of the Year. To participate, countries must meet several zation for Security and Cooperation in Europe Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor criteria including reciprocal visa-free travel for (OSCE), and NATO’s Partnership for Peace Marcia. Her passion and love of teaching have U.S. citizens, secure machine-readable bio- Program. Azerbaijan also works together with greatly enhanced the educational experience metric passports, and a maximum allowable 3 the United States within the framework of the of many students in the Clark County School percent refusal rate of U.S. non-immigrant vis- Organization for Democracy and Develop- District. I thank her for her dedication and itor visa applications. ment—GUAM which is comprised of Azer- commitment and wish her the best in her fu- Of the original 15 European Union nations, baijan, Georgia, Moldova, and Ukraine. The ture endeavors. Greece is the only member not to belong to

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14412 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 the Visa Waiver Program. However, Greece Ryan grew up in Aurora, where he attended School in San Antonio, Texas, where he met has met the current criteria mandated for entry Smoky Hill High School and played on the la- Amber. The couple carried on a long-distance into the Visa Waiver Program, including the 3 crosse team. relationship when Baum went to Fort Amber—who was trained as an Army medic Benning, Ga., where he graduated from percent refusal rate. As of January 1, 2007, Ranger school with high marks. Greek passports issued prior to January 1, herself—told the Rocky Mountain News that ‘‘He was always an honor graduate, which 2006, are no longer considered valid for travel. Ryan was quite passionate about his role as was someone who exceeds above everybody Greek nationals are traveling with new, ma- an emergency care Sergeant; and I would ask else,’’ Amber said. chine-readable passports that are produced that the text of that news article be included in ‘‘He was extremely strong, very physically using state-of-the-art biometric technology to the RECORD. fit.’’ meet the highest possible security standards Amber told the News, ‘‘He loved the chal- After graduating from Ranger school, and specifications. lenge. In combat medicine you have to decide Baum was accepted into the Special Oper- Greece is a critical ally of the United States. a life-or-death situation in less than a second, ations Combat Medic School at Fort Bragg, never knowing the answer but having to figure N.C., considered the Army’s elite medical While I hope that the Department of State and training facility. the Department of Homeland Security will it out.’’ ‘‘You could compare it to Top Gun in flight move forward to include Greece in the Visa Madam Speaker, my deepest sympathies school,’’ his wife said. Waiver Program, I believe that the legislation and heartfelt condolences go out to Ryan’s He graduated from Special Operations that I am introducing today is an important wife Amber, his parents Richard and Dana, his Combat Medic School in 2005, the year he step in making that happen. brother Jason, and his sister, Mande. He will and Amber got married. The two were then Joining me in introducing this legislation are no doubt be missed and loved by all who reassigned to Fort Richardson, Alaska, in Representatives GUS M. BILIRAKIS, ZACK knew and loved him. June 2005. Baum was assigned to the 3rd Battalion, SPACE, JOHN SARBANES, ROBERT WEXLER, Sergeant Baum served his country bravely, fighting for freedom and democracy against 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Bri- SHELLEY BERKLEY, JAMES MCGOVERN, DIANE gade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry WATSON, HENRY BROWN, MARIO DIAZ-BALART, the forces of tyranny and oppression. Ameri- Division. JANICE SCHAKOWSKY, DONALD PAYNE, FRANK cans should never forget his service or sac- In 2006 he underwent extensive medical PALLONE, THADDEUS MCCOTTER, GRACE rifice, and the nation will forever owe a great training and preparation for his deployment NAPOLITANO, LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART, ILEANA debt of gratitude to Ryan and his family. to Iraq. Baum was selected to be senior in- ROS-LEHTINEN, JESSE JACKSON, MICHAEL [From the Rocky Mountain News, May 23, structor of the Alaska branch of pre-Ranger MCNULTY, EARL BLUMENAUER, BARBARA LEE, 2007] school. On Oct. 7, 2006, he left for Iraq. WILLIAM JEFFERSON, PATRICK KENNEDY, SCOTT SOLDIER ‘‘WOULD HAVE BEEN BEST FATHER’’ In addition to his wife, Baum is survived ´ MEDIC DIES IN IRAQ, WAS SET TO FLY HOME FOR GARRETT, WILLIAM LACY CLAY, LINDA SANCHEZ, by his parents, Richard and Dana; brother, BIRTH OF 1ST CHILD LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD, ROBERT ANDREWS, Jason; and sister, Mande. JAMES LANGEVIN, JOSEPH CROWLEY, and ANNA (By Hector Gutierrez) The family has established the ‘‘SGT Ryan ESHOO. When Amber Baum gives birth to her John Baum Memorial Fund’’ through US daughter, she’ll also be delivering the dream f Bank. All proceeds will go to help Baum’s her husband didn’t see come true. wife and their daughter’s college education. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Sgt. Ryan J. Baum, 27, was scheduled to fly home from Iraq on Saturday to be with his f wife for the birth of their first child, whom ON THE PASSING OF BOWIE CITY HON. HILDA L. SOLIS they decided to name Leia. OF CALIFORNIA ‘‘He just flipped when he found out he was COUNCILMAN WILLIAM AUGUS- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES going to be a father,’’ Amber said Tuesday. TUS ALESHIRE Thursday, May 24, 2007 ‘‘From day one this man wanted me to have his baby.’’ Ms. SOLIS. Madam Speaker, during rollcall The paratrooper who was raised in Aurora HON. STENY H. HOYER vote No. 364 on Andrews of New Jersey never made it home. He was killed Friday, OF MARYLAND amendment on H.R. 1585, I was unavoidably one day before his scheduled return. He died IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES detained. Had I been present, I would have from wounds he suffered during a battle near Thursday, May 24, 2007 Kalsu, Iraq, the Department of Defense said. voted ‘‘yea.’’ ‘‘He would have been the best father that Mr. HOYER. Madam Speaker, I rise today f God could have placed on this earth,’’ said with a heavy heart to mark the passing of a his wife, who is staying with her parents in TRIBUTE TO SERGEANT RYAN J. man that meant a great deal to the people of Gettysburg, Pa. ‘‘His spirit is going to live Maryland’s Fifth Congressional District—16- BAUM through his daughter.’’ Amber also finds comfort in knowing her year Bowie City Council veteran, William Au- HON. THOMAS G. TANCREDO husband saved lives as an emergency care gustus Aleshire. Bill’s life was one of service. He served his OF COLORADO sergeant, or medic. ‘‘You need to save a life in less than a sec- country in the Air Force through two tours in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ond, and he loved the challenge. In combat Vietnam. He served his neighbors as a Wash- Thursday, May 24, 2007 medicine you had to decide a life-or-death ington, DC, police officer for more than 20 situation in less than a second, never know- years. And he served his community as a Mr. TANCREDO. Madam Speaker, I rise ing the answer but having to figure it out,’’ today to pay tribute to a fallen Marine from my said Amber, who also was trained as an member of the Bowie City Council—and more district, Sergeant Ryan J. Baum of Aurora. Army medic. significantly, as an impassioned leader who al- Sergeant Baum was killed May 18th during a Baum grew up in Aurora and attended ways thought of others before thinking of him- firefight in Karmah, Iraq. Smoky Hill High School, where he played on self. Sergeant Baum was killed in the line of duty the lacrosse team. His wife described her Bill was a man that truly understood what a day before he was scheduled to return to husband as the typical ‘‘Colorado man.’’ public service is all about. Those who knew Colorado—where he planned to rejoin his wife ‘‘I’d never met anybody from Colorado, and him best know that he had a fondness for cos- he was the definition of a Colorado man,’’ Amber for the birth of his first child who they she said. ‘‘He loved camping, he loved climb- tumes. At Christmas, he made appearances planned to name Leia. He was just 27 years ing, he loved kayaking, boating and fishing.’’ throughout the city of Bowie as Santa Claus. old. Baum also had loved the military since he At Easter, he visited local parks and hospitals Sergeant Baum was assigned to the 3rd was a child. as the Easter Bunny. And he even made pub- Battalion, 509th Parachute Infantry Regiment, He was attending college when he was in- lic appearances as ‘‘McGruff the Crime Dog’’ 4th Brigade Combat Team Airborne, 25th In- formed in 2003 that he had been accepted into to help keep Bowie’s children on the right fantry Division. He attended basic training in the Army. track. ‘‘He thought it was the great thing to do, Oklahoma before heading to Combat Medical he just thought it was the right thing to do I always thought of Bill as a partner in our School in San Antonio, where he met his wife. to serve his country,’’ Amber, 21, said. shared pursuit to enhance the quality of life in He then went on to Fort Benning, Georgia Baum went to basic training at Fort Sill, the city of Bowie—and I know that his bois- where he graduated from Ranger school. Okla., before heading to Combat Medical terous personality and impeccable character

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14413 will be profoundly missed throughout all of HONORING OUR VETERANS passed away on May 17, 2007 and is survived Prince George’s County, Maryland. by his wife Jenny, daughter Monica, sisters My condolences—and those of a grateful HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. Jean Ann Lai and Mable Moffatt of Sac- community—go out to Bill’s wife, Clara, to his OF MICHIGAN ramento, brothers Dr. Kenneth Fat and Jerry daughter, Emily, and to everyone whose life IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Fat of Sacramento, and two grandchildren. was touched by William Augustus Aleshire Thursday, May 24, 2007 Tom was born in 1940 and grew up working during this most difficult of times. in the family restaurant in Sacramento, Cali- Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, as we fornia. The Fat City chain is anchored by prepare to celebrate Memorial Day, Congress f Frank Fat’s, which became a hangout for poli- has a duty to honor our veterans not just with ticians and lobbyists in our State’s capital. At HONORING MRS. JUDY HANLEY OF our words but with our deeds. I was proud to an early age his father, Frank Fat, instilled in SCHOOL DISTRICT 105 ON HER join with colleagues on both sides of the aisle him and his siblings a strong work ethic and yesterday to pass legislation that will help pro- RETIREMENT commitment to civic involvement. vide our courageous veterans with the re- sources they have earned and deserve. Tom graduated from the University of Cali- HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI Yesterday, the House of Representatives fornia at Berkeley with a degree in business, passed several pieces of legislation that ad- attained a law degree from Hastings School of OF ILLINOIS dress some of the new challenges facing vet- Law and received his master’s of law in tax- ation at New York University. He also served IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erans returning from Iraq and Afghanistan. H.R. 2199, The Traumatic Brain Injury/Rural for 3 years as a captain in the U.S. Army. Thursday, May 24, 2007 Veterans Outreach, ensures that our veterans After practicing law in Los Angeles for a few are properly screened for Traumatic Brain In- years, Tom joined his family in Sacramento to Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise today jury and receive the appropriate treatment. help operate their successful restaurant busi- to honor an outstanding educator in my dis- More than half of combat casualties in Iraq ness. In 1976 Tom visited San Diego to re- trict, Mrs. Judy Hanley. In June, Mrs. Hanley and Afghanistan have associated brain inju- search business opportunities and moved will retire from School District 105 after 48 ries, often due to improvised explosive de- there the following year to operate China years of distinguished service and leadership. vices. The legislation also expands VA re- Camp, which fused Chinese cuisine with Her remarkable contributions to students, col- sources to provide rural communities with Western style cooking, and Frank Fat’s, which leagues, and the entire District 105 community ‘‘mobile vet centers’’ for mental health services was renamed Fat City Steakhouse—still a will always be remembered and her presence and benefits outreach. popular place for local government leaders to will be sorely missed. As we approach the end H.R. 612, The Returning Servicemember VA come together. of this school year, I would like to extend my Healthcare Insurance Act helps ensure sol- appreciation to Mrs. Hanley for her dedication diers with mental health conditions that are The success of Tom’s restaurants assisted and commitment to providing quality edu- often not immediately diagnosed, such as in the growth and development of downtown cation. post-traumatic stress disorder, are treated by San Diego and the revival of the Little Italy community, which helped to link the area be- Mrs. Hanley will retire from Hodgkins Ele- making them eligible for health care due to combat service for five years after leaving ac- tween San Diego International Airport and the mentary School as Assistant Principal. city center. Throughout her impressive career, she has tive duty. H.R. 67, The Veterans Outreach Improve- taken an active role in the leadership of the Not only was Tom’s entrepreneurship inspir- ment Act (H.R. 67) allows the VA to partner school. Specifically, Mrs. Hanley has served ing to all those around him, but his civic lead- with state and local governments to reach out on the curriculum committee, the professional ership was truly commendable. As an avid to veterans and their families in ensuring they development committee, and the staff devel- community leader, Tom served as the Chair- receive the benefits they have earned. man of the San Diego Convention and Visitors opment committee. In addition to Mrs. Han- H.R. 2239, The Early Access to Vocational ley’s committee positions, she has also served Bureau, President of the San Diego Res- Rehabilitation and Employment Benefits Act taurant Association, Director of the San Diego as President of the School District 105 Teach- extends eligibility for rehabilitation benefits er’s Association. Together, these combined ef- Film Commission and as a member of the Lit- from the Veterans’ Affairs Department. tle Italy Association. forts have helped to make School District 105 Finally, H.R. 1470, The Chiropractic Care a better place for staff to work and children to Available to All Veterans Act requires that He worked in the Asian Pacific Islander learn. chiropractic care and services be provided to community to mentor youth to encourage their Mrs. Hanley’s tireless work has also bene- veterans at all Department of Veterans Affairs participation in civic affairs and the political fited the local Hodgkins community. She has medical centers. process. Tom developed strong relationships played a leading role in organizing the local Since January, the new Democratic-led with political leaders of both parties and built book fair and has acted as a sponsor of the Congress has worked to honor veterans by a reputation as a consensus builder on many local issues. annual pumpkin decorating contest—a Hodg- improving veterans’ health care, strengthening kins tradition. In 1999, the Whispering Oak benefits for our men and women in uniform Tom is best remembered for his humani- Girls Scout Council recognized Mrs. Hanley today, and providing long-overdue benefits for tarian efforts and his enthusiasm as a tireless with the Woman of Distinction Award in Edu- the veterans and military retirees who have al- advocate for San Diego. His carefree nature cation and, in 2000, the West Suburban ready served. I was proud to support the and long white hair made him stand out in a Chamber of Commerce honored Mrs. Hanley measures we passed yesterday as well as any crowd. Although he is gone now, Tom left an with the Millennium Award. In addition to these legislation that will improve benefits and serv- inspiring legacy for entrepreneurs, civic lead- special awards, she was also a 1999 and ices for our brave men and women in uniform ers, and youth in our community. 2000 Legacy Award Finalist. and our veterans. I would like to express my deepest sym- f Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in pathy to Tom Fat’s family and honor his life honoring Mrs. Judy Hanley for her half-century IN HONOR OF TOM FAT and contributions to the San Diego commu- of service as a dedicated educator. Through- nity. He was admired by so many people for out her career, she has shown a strong com- HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS so many reasons, and the impact he had on mitment to teaching and to her community. As San Diego will stay alive in the many positive OF CALIFORNIA changes he helped to achieve and the memo- a result of her passion, her work has signifi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cantly impacted the lives of countless stu- ries of him which we will never forget. He will dents, parents, and fellow teachers alike. I Thursday, May 24, 2007 be greatly missed. thank Judy for her lifelong service to her com- Mrs. DAVIS of California. Madam Speaker, Thank you very much, Madam Speaker, for munity and wish her a happy, healthy, and ful- I rise today to honor the life of Tom Fat, a the opportunity to honor such a remarkable in- filling retirement. dedicated civic leader in San Diego. Tom dividual.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14414 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 CONGRATULATING SWEDESBERG HONORING MINNESOTA’S EMER- camp for special needs children and adults. VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY ON GENCY SERVICES WORKERS—EX- Kon-O-Kwee also serves as a place for at-risk THEIR 65TH ANNIVERSARY TRAORDINARY PEOPLE, EX- youth retreats, senior citizen camping trips, TRAORDINARY SERVICE school field trips, and parent-child weekend HON. JOE SESTAK campouts. Over 17,000 campers come to OF PENNSYLVANIA HON. KEITH ELLISON Kon-O-Kwee each year, and Uncle Harry and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MINNESOTA Aunt Barbara’s warm smiles and big hearts IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 24, 2007 have made an indelible imprint on each and Thursday, May 24, 2007 every one. Mr. SESTAK. Madam Speaker, I rise to con- gratulate the Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Com- Mr. ELLISON. Madam Speaker, I rise today Madam Speaker, these 2 western Penn- pany, located in Upper Merion, Pennsylvania to pay tribute to the emergency service work- sylvanians are shining examples of what the on their 65th anniversary. ers of Minnesota. This week is National Emer- rest of us should strive to be. They have Established in 1942 as a civilian defense in gency Services Week and I am grateful for the worked tirelessly for almost 40 years to create the face of World War II, the Swedesburg Vol- opportunity to recognize the extraordinary a magical place that Uncle Harry has called unteer Fire Company has become an essen- dedication and service of Minnesota’s Emer- ‘‘heaven on earth.’’ And for the thousands who tial and respected service institution in my dis- gency Medical Dispatchers, First Responders, have passed through Camp Kon-O-Kwee—be Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics, trict, providing unrivaled emergency response it for a day, a weekend, or a week—it has Emergency Department Nurses and Physi- and civic services. Its first engine, a Hale-Ford been exactly that. 500 GPM pumper was purchased for just cians and introduce this brief proclamation. $5,000. Today a comparable truck would cost Whereas, emergency medical services is a On behalf of the U.S. House of Representa- around $400,000. vital public service; and tives, I extend to them my deepest thanks for Over the course of the past 65 years we Whereas, the members of emergency med- their years of service to western Pennsylvania have seen a distinct evolution in the ical services teams are ready to provide life- and I wish them the very best in their well- Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company, but one saving care to those in need 24 hours a day, earned retirement. thing has remained contant—the Company’s seven days a week; and volunteers have been steadfast in their service Whereas, access to quality emergency care f and dedication to the community. dramatically improves the survival and recov- ery rate of those who experience sudden ill- As we look back on the past 65 years, there CONGRATULATING CHANGING ness or injury; and are some important dates to note: HANDS BOOKSTORE PUBLISHER’S Whereas, the emergency medical services May 11, 1942: Swedesburg Volunteer Fire WEEKLY BOOKSELLER OF THE system consists of emergency physicians, Company is incorporated by Montgomery YEAR 2007 emergency nurses, emergency medical techni- County. Its first meetings are in Michael cians, paramedics, firefighters, educators, ad- Brodowski’s Tavern and Stanley Knaisiak’s ministrators and others; and barbershop. HON. HARRY E. MITCHELL Whereas, the members of emergency med- 1946: Swedesburg’s Ladies Auxiliary is es- ical services teams, whether career or volun- OF ARIZONA tablished by company president, Bernard S. teer, engage in thousands of hours of special- Gutkowski, Sr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ized training and continuing education to en- 1951: Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Com- hance their lifesaving skills; and Thursday, May 24, 2007 pany’s original fire house is built on Church Whereas, it is appropriate to recognize the Road thanks to generous contributions from value and the accomplishments of emergency Mr. MITCHELL. Madam Speaker, I rise James Lees & Sons, among many others. medical services providers by designating today to commemorate the awarding of the 1953: The development of the PA Turnpike Emergency Medical Services Week; and Publisher’s Weekly Bookseller of the Year for Delaware River Extension charges right Now, therefore, I—KEITH ELLISON—Con- 2007 to my favorite bookstore, Changing through Swedesburg’s back yard and the fire- gressman for the Fifth District of Minnesota Hands, in my hometown of Tempe, Arizona. house, along with 32 homes, are razed for its hereby proclaim the week of May 20–26, Changing Hands bookstore is a model for development. 2007, as National Emergency Services Week. 1954: Volunteers and the community rally to independent businesses. It has not only sur- f construct the present-day firehouse on Jeffer- vived, but thrived in the age of ‘‘chain stores’’. son Street. IN HONOR OF HARRY AND Changing Hands regularly hosts teens’ and 1960s: The Junior Fireman’s Corps is estab- BARBARA KRAMER kids’ programs, features book signings by lished for volunteers between the ages of 17 local and national authors, and is a meeting and 21. HON. JASON ALTMIRE place for book groups. President Jimmy 1975: The Company establishes a Vehicle OF PENNSYLVANIA Carter, former Secretary of State Madeline Rescue Unit with its first ‘‘Jaws of Life.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Albright, as well as Senator HILLARY CLINTON 1983: Swedesburg is among the first com- are just a few of the notable authors who have Thursday, May 24, 2007 panies in Pennsylvania to be certified in vehi- been featured at events at this Tempe institu- cle rescue. Mr. ALTMIRE. Madam Speaker, I rise today tion. 1986: Swedesburg establishes its water res- to honor 2 true western Pennsylvania heroes, Changing Hands has been a Tempe des- cue team with the purchase of its first boat Mr. Harry Kramer and his wife, Barbara. and hours of training for 30 personnel. ‘‘Uncle Harry,’’ as he is known to generations tination since it first opened its doors in 1974. 1991: An addition to the existing firehouse is of campers, was Executive Director of YMCA It has attracted a loyal following that draws an completed, with a larger engine room and im- Camp Kon-O-Kwee in Fombell, Beaver County eclectic group of individuals whose interests proved radio room, a new meeting room and for 37 years, before retiring this spring. On range from New Age to older age to teen age. offices. June 2, hundreds of campers, parents, coun- The business thrives because owners Gail One of the greatest services in my district selors, and others touched by Harry’s kind- Shanks, Bill Sommer, and Suzie Brazil are comes from first responders who are on the ness and selflessness will return to Camp committed to innovation, employee participa- frontlines protecting us. They are required to Kon-O-Kwee to honor Uncle Harry and his tion and customer service. Without them, the balance the demands of their service with their wife, Aunt Barbara, and to dedicate the brand community would have an intellectual void. families and full-time careers. I ask that every- new dining hall as ‘‘Kramer Hall.’’ one please join me in congratulating the Harry and Barbara have devoted their lives If one were to choose a place in Tempe to Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company and all to helping others. Together they turned Camp represent what the community should value, of the men and women that have helped serve Kon-O-Kwee from a ramshackle boys camp that place would be Changing Hands book- their community over the past 65 years. slated for closure into the country’s premier store.

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Madam to honor the achievements of the members of f Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Chris the 2007 United States Physics Olympiad Clark on his retirement from WTVF–Channel 5 Team. RE-INTRODUCTION OF FERS after 41 years of service. It is very challenging to earn a spot on this REDEPOSIT ACT During a segment before his retirement on prestigious team. After taking a preliminary Wednesday, May 23, after the 6 p.m. news- exam, 200 high school students qualified to cast, Chris seemed surprised at the out- take the second and final screening exam for HON. JAMES P. MORAN pouring of well wishes he received via e-mail the U.S. Physics Team. The 24 survivors of from hundreds of viewers who considered him OF VIRGINIA that group represent the top physics students as part of their family after all the years he in the U.S., and they are now at a ten-day IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES had been on air. Indeed, it’s rare for a person training camp of intense study, examination in broadcast to stay in one place for 41 years. and problem solving hosted by the University Thursday, May 24, 2007 Chris will be remembered for encouraging Channel 5 to switch from recorded interviews of Maryland. Five of these exceptional stu- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Madam Speaker, dents will advance and represent the United to live on-site reports, making the station only there is no debate over whether the Federal the second in the Nation to use the technology States in a tremendous international competi- Government is facing a workforce shortage tion in July at the International Physics Olym- at that time. But he may be more famous for crisis—it is. In 10 years, 90 percent of our na- giving Oprah Winfrey her first television job in piad in Isfahan, Iran. tion’s civil service federal executives will be The 24 members of the 2007 team include: 1974. over the age of 50 and many will be nearing Chris, I wish you well as you head into re- Erik Anson, Sophie Cai, Tucker Chan, Joseph retirement. This coming brain drain threatens Chu, Benjamin Connell, Kenan Diab, Nicholas tirement. I understand you are a self-described the stability and functioning of essential gov- movie nut and that you will soon take a well- Dou, YingYu Gao, Kenneth Hu, Rui Hu, Sunny ernment functions. At a time when the Amer- Kam, Jenny Kwan, Jason LaRue, Allen Lin, deserved vacation in Florida with your family. ican people are demanding efficient and effec- I hope you have many more opportunities to Andy Lucas, Sarah Marzen, Kynan Rilee, tive government—from the implementation of Aleksandra Stankiewicz, Philip Streich, Arvind travel and watch movies in your unscripted public programs to the oversight of the Iraq life. Thiagarajan, Philip Tynan, Haofei Wei, James war—we are about to lose many of our dedi- f Yang, and Danny Zhu. cated and most knowledgeable professionals. I commend the American Institute of Phys- IN SUPPORT OF THE NATION’S I am writing to ask for your support for a bill ics and the American Association of Physics TRAUMA SYSTEMS Teachers for organizing this annual event and I will re-introduce that takes a step in the right fostering a passion for science in these stu- direction. The FERS Redeposit Act would dents. I know that for every finalist rep- allow individuals who left the Federal Govern- HON. GENE GREEN resented here, there are numerous colleagues ment, and received a refund of their Federal OF TEXAS and parents who have provided tireless sup- Employees Retirement System, FERS, con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES port to help them reach this point. As a former tributions, to re-enter government service with- Thursday, May 24, 2007 physics professor, I also am well-aware that out losing their accrued annuity. Instead of for- Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Madam this level of achievement is usually backed by feiting credit earned during their prior service, Speaker, I rise to highlight the important role a host of exceptional teachers dedicated to returning employees would be able to rede- of our Nation’s trauma systems. On March 27, their profession and to educating individual posit their cashed out annuity upon re-employ- 2007, this Chamber passed legislation I spon- students. I hope each of the Olympiad finalists ment. This benefit is already available to fed- sored to reauthorize the Trauma Care Sys- will make a point of thanking and recognizing eral employees who are registered under the tems Planning and Development Act. This im- the teachers that have guided them over the older Civil Service Retirement System, CSRS. portant legislation was signed into law on May years. I have received many letters of former fed- 3, 2007. However, while the bill awaited the Science, technology, engineering and math eral employees who work for the private sec- President’s signature, the Nation observed the (STEM) practitioners are very important to our tor, but would like to return to civil service. critical importance of trauma systems and the national competitiveness. I imagine that many Many of these well-qualified men and women role they played in ensuring that New Jersey of these students will become leaders in the are choosing to remain in the private work- Governor Jon Corzine received the quick and science and engineering community in the fu- force because the costs to reentering the fed- efficient health care he needed to survive inju- ture. While they represent the pinnacle of eral workforce are too high. In an economy ries he sustained during an April 12 traffic ac- physics achievement in high school, I believe where people will change jobs many times cident. Congress must work to improve the opportuni- over the course of their careers, a reinvest- I would request that this New York Times ties in STEM education for all students, even ment option under FERS will make govern- article entitled ‘‘In Corzine’s Fast Recovery, those who may not choose scientifically-based ment service more competitive, incorporating Doctors Cite Timing, Grit and Luck’’ be in- careers. Making sure our teachers are well- the flexibility and mobility that are so common serted in the RECORD. This article outlines the equipped to teach science and math is very in the private sector businesses of the new important role that the Camden, New Jersey important in fostering the interest of future economy. area’s trauma system—and particularly its generations in these subjects because every As more and more FERS employees leave Level I Trauma Center, Cooper University job will soon require a basic understanding of Hospital—played in Governor Corzine’s treat- math and science. the Federal Government and later wish to re- enter federal service, a redeposit option would ment. I am very pleased that these students take [From The New York Times, May 13, 2007] time away from their purely scientific endeav- provide the incentive needed to bring these in- dividuals back to government service. IN CORZINE’S FAST RECOVERY, DOCTORS CITE ors to meet with their legislators in Wash- TIMING, GRIT AND LUCK ington. I believe it is very important for sci- Now is the time to act before the workforce (By Lawrence K. Altman) entists to engage with politicians regarding the shortage hits our civil service the hardest. I An article on Sunday about the extensive impact that science and technology can have urge my colleagues to join me in this effort to medical care that Gov. Jon S. Corzine of New on issues such as national security, climate make federal service more attractive by co- Jersey received at Cooper University Hos- change, and healthcare. Furthermore, I hope sponsoring this important legislation. pital in Camden after a traffic accident on

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14416 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 April 12 misstated the date of Mr. Corzine’s In the coming days, with Mr. Corzine un- piratory distress syndrome; blood clots in release in some copies. It was April 30, not able to speak because of the tube connecting the leg that could travel to the lungs or May 1. his windpipe to the ventilator, David other organs and cause emergencies, if not CAMDEN, N.J.—Dr. Steven E. Ross was Donaghy, a nurse, read his lips as one way to sudden death. ‘‘It’s counterproductive to tell about to perform an appendectomy shortly respond to his wishes for more pain medica- somebody everything’s going to be fine, and before 7 p.m. on a routine Thursday when a tion or ice water. then when you do have problems, hear, ‘Doc- nurse paged him to say the governor of New And when Mr. Corzine could talk again tor, you told us everything was going to be Jersey had suffered an open femur fracture after a week of semiconsciousness, the chief fine,’ ’’ Dr. Ross said. ‘‘I would rather tell and severe chest injuries and was about to topics of conversation were baseball and the them about the realities and have everybody land on the helipad atop Cooper University New Jersey Devils hockey team, the doctors happy when things go well.’’ Hospital here. said. Mr. Corzine’s children were ‘‘not in any ‘‘Quite honestly, I didn’t believe it,’’ said DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO mental state to ask specific medical ques- Dr. Ross, who directs the level one, or most About 500 of Cooper’s 2,500 trauma cases tions at that point,’’ he said, adding: ‘‘They highly accredited, trauma center at the hos- each year arrive via the helipad, with its were pretty distraught. They wanted to see pital. But he immediately alerted security view of the Philadelphia skyline. As they him as soon as they could.’’ guards and the public relations staff so they waited for Governor Corzine to land on April After talking with the family, the doctors would ‘‘keep people out of my hair’’ and help 12, Dr. Ross, a trauma nurse, a nurse anes- reluctantly participated in a news con- him avoid ‘‘the distractions’’ that can inter- thetist, a respiratory therapist and an emer- ference at the request of Mr. Corzine’s aides. fere with the care of V.I.P.’s. gency medical technician received word that They said they were hesitant in part because Dr. Robert F. Ostrum was watching the of the federal Health Insurance Portability Phillies-Mets game on television at his home he was conscious but on oxygen because of difficulty breathing due to his chest injuries. and Accountability Act, which prohibits the just across the Delaware River in Philadel- release of a patient’s medical information phia that Thursday, April 12, when an an- Intravenous fluids helped maintain his blood pressure. Emergency workers had without explicit permission. At the time, Mr. nouncer interrupted to say that Gov. Jon S. Corzine was under heavy sedation. Corzine was being flown to Cooper. splinted his damaged leg. ONE MORE FRACTURE In his 25-year career, Dr. Ostrum, the chief When he arrived at 7:03 p.m., the team trauma orthopedist at the hospital, had re- talked with him as they wheeled him to a The first week was the diciest, with Mr. paired about 800 femur fractures, including nearby resuscitation area for a quick exam- Corzine, who was in an isolation room for se- 200 open ones. He called his colleagues and ination. curity reasons, using a mechanical venti- said he would come in, in part because of the By 7:10, on the first-floor resuscitation lator because in one small area the broken patient’s prominence. unit, Dr. Ross asked more detailed questions ribs were unable to help the lungs expand, So began the medical odyssey to which Mr. about what hurt him, his general medical creating what is known as a flail chest. Corzine, 60, owes his life. He was not wearing condition and what drugs he routinely took. The doctors still did not know whether Mr. a seat belt while riding in a state vehicle ‘‘Do what you have to do,’’ Mr. Corzine Corzine was paralyzed. So they reduced the clocked at 91 miles per hour and nearly be- told him, Dr. Ross recalled. amount of sedation to observe his sponta- came one of the more than 43,000 people a An anesthesiologist injected sodium pento- neous movements and to ask him to follow year who die in car crashes in the United thal, a rapidly acting barbiturate, to put Mr. their commands. When he moved both arms States. Corzine to sleep, and succinylcholine, a mus- and both legs, the doctors became more opti- Instead, after 11 days in intensive care, cle relaxant, to allow doctors to quickly in- mistic. eight of them on a ventilator, and three op- sert a tube in his windpipe and connect it to Later, they performed a fuller examina- erations on his leg, Mr. Corzine was released a mechanical respirator. tion. from the hospital on April 30 and resumed Hospital aides wheeled Mr. Corzine to the ‘‘We just pat them down all over to make his official duties as governor six days later. basement for CAT scans looking for evidence sure we did not miss any fractures or dis- In their first extensive interviews, doctors of brain damage; tears in the aorta, the location,’’ Dr. Ostrum said. After the swell- and nurses who treated Mr. Corzine here at- body’s main artery; or damage to the heart, ing subsided, they found that Mr. Corzine tributed his amazingly fast recovery to his lungs, spleen, liver and intestines. had also dislocated the last joint in his right speedy arrival at a trauma center, his grit in Mr. Corzine escaped those problems. But he middle finger. overcoming severe pain to begin rehabilita- had a number of fractures: the femur, ster- Trauma doctors measure recovery in part tion, and luck. num, a collarbone, a vertebra and 11 ribs. by what patients want to talk about and do; Mr. Corzine still needs strong painkillers The broken ribs were in the central area of when patients talk about subjects other than that can impair judgment, but he has not al- the chest, six on the left side and five on the their injuries, they take it as a sign of lowed the doctors to disclose the drugs’ right. Two of the ribs on the left were broken progress. Mr. Corzine’s doctors said they names or share his X-rays or medical chart. in two places. were encouraged that baseball and the Dev- He has also refused The New York Times’s An enormous force is needed to break the ils’ playoff run were among his favorite top- repeated requests for interviews. thick sternum and that many ribs in a chest ics. But in lengthy conversations with this re- cage that is designed to protect the heart At Cooper, doctors typically take turns porter, who is a physician, the medical team and lungs. Dr. Ross, who has treated about caring for trauma patients every day. But that saved his life revealed many new details 100 patients with injuries like Mr. Corzine’s, Dr. Ross said that as the director, he wanted about Mr. Corzine’s injuries, his treatment said the governor was ‘‘just lucky’’ to have ‘‘to keep an eye on things,’’ so he accom- and the first three and a half weeks of his re- escaped heart and lung damage. panied the duty doctor on daily rounds, a covery. At 8:30 p.m., Dr. Ostrum began repairing move that could mean stepping on a col- Over the first 24 hours in the hospital, Mr. the femur. Aligning the pieces was difficult league’s toes. Corzine received 12 pints of blood, an amount because the bone was broken in two places, ‘‘When one attending surgeon looks over roughly equivalent to the total blood volume leaving one piece floating and unattached. another attending physician’s shoulder, they in his body. Most of the bleeding was inter- ‘‘Normally, you take the hip on one end get irritable,’’ Dr. Ross said, adding with a nal, into muscles and the chest from 15 bro- and the knee on the other and put them back smile, ‘‘because we all know everything.’’ ken bones. together again like pieces of a jigsaw puz- EXECUTIVE DECISIONS But because the blood was replaced as he zle,’’ Dr. Ostrum explained. ‘‘When you get lost it, he avoided shock, a key way in which more pieces it gets more difficult.’’ Once he was off the ventilator, Mr. Corzine immediate trauma care saves lives. In the three-hour operation, Dr. Ostrum re- read several newspapers each day, the doc- The jagged femur had torn through his moved as much dead muscle and other tissue tors said, but he did not do office work in the thigh muscles and skin to create an open as possible to help prevent infection. The hospital. wound six and a half inches long—‘‘By our thigh wound needed to be cleaned in two ad- In considering when Mr. Corzine could re- standards it was pretty large,’’ Dr. Ostrum ditional surgical procedures, on April 14 and sume his official duties, the two main doc- said—and to repair it, doctors had to insert 16. tors—along with Dr. Michael E. Goldberg, a titanium rod through the center of the bro- About midnight that first Thursday, Dr. the anesthesiologist who controlled his pain ken bones and screw them in place. Ostrum and Dr. Ross met with two of Mr. medication—discussed the timing and cri- When Dr. Ostrum found that the longest Corzine’s three children, advising them that teria among themselves and with members of rod was too short for Mr. Corzine’s femur, he he was in critical condition. the governor’s staff, state lawyers and the added an extension. ‘‘I didn’t shorten him,’’ ‘‘All of us thought he would survive,’’ Dr. governor’s personal physician, who declined he recalled, smiling. Ostrum said. He did not ‘‘paint a bleak pic- to be identified. The day after the accident, Mr. Corzine’s ture,’’ he said, adding, ‘‘but I wanted them to They considered what criteria might apply family brought specialists in trauma and or- understand the severity of the injuries.’’ to the return to work of lawyers and busi- thopedics from New York University to re- There were potential fatal complications: ness executives, or of physicians like them- view his case. pneumonia; other infections; acute res- selves who care for critically ill patients.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 0634 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14417 Paramount was the worry that Mr. that this relationship depends on Vietnam’s 2006. The following March, the United States Corzine’s pain medication could impair his ability to make progress towards democracy signed a Memorandum of Understanding—de- thinking. and respect for human rights. signed to increase the level of cooperation be- So they interviewed him, informally test- Since Vietnam joined the WTO in January, ing his memory. They discussed sports and tween our two nations—with Azerbaijan to en- current affairs. He said he was less familiar it has engaged in the largest crackdown on gage in high level dialogue on energy security with South Jersey than the central and nonviolent pro-democracy activists in years. I in the Caspian region. northern areas. The doctors were satisfied believe that we need to judge Vietnam on the Madam Speaker, on behalf of my col- that he was absorbing the information and progress it makes, but it is clear to me that leagues, I congratulate the Republic of Azer- asking appropriate questions. Vietnam is headed in the wrong direction on baijan on the celebration of Republic Day, and ‘‘We gave him specific advice on how much democracy and human rights. I look forward to further collaboration between we want him to limit his formal schedule,’’ As such, I am introducing a resolution con- our two nations. Dr. Ross said. ‘‘We pushed the window back demning the recent convictions of prodemoc- until he and we felt that he could respond if f somebody needed him at 3 o’clock in the racy activists and expressing concern over the future of the U.S.-Vietnam bilateral relation- INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION morning for an emergency.’’ TO GIVE D.C. CITIZENS A PLACE The doctors said Mr. Corzine seemed lucid, ship. coherent and sharp. ‘‘You can’t tell he is on I hope that this will serve as a wake-up call. IN STATUARY HALL any medication at all,’’ Dr. Ostrum said. I have been a consistent friend to Vietnam, After visiting Mr. Corzine at but I cannot compromise my support for HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON Drumthwacket, the governor’s mansion in human rights. I strongly urge the Government OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Princeton, on May 4, Dr. Ross decided that of Vietnam to uphold the basic rights and free- as a New Jersey resident he was ‘‘com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fortable with him making executive deci- doms granted by Vietnam’s own constitution Thursday, May 24, 2007 sions on my behalf.’’ and international commitments. Yet Mr. Corzine erred describing a broken f Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I am bone in an interview conducted last Sunday pleased to introduce a bill today to permit two and broadcast the next morning, the day he TRIBUTE TO THE REPUBLIC OF statues honoring citizens of the District of Co- resumed his official duties. Speaking on AZERBAIJAN lumbia in Statuary Hall of the Capitol, just as NBC’s ‘‘Today’’ show, Mr. Corzine said he statues honoring citizens of States are placed had broken his tibia, the shin bone, not his in the historic hall. This legislation would allow femur. HON. ROBERT WEXLER OF FLORIDA the city to offer two statues to the Congress EVERY TIME THEY COUGH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on behalf of DC residents. This bill is impor- The main rehabilitation goal is for Mr. tant to ensure equal treatment for the resi- Corzine to restore his leg motion, then im- Thursday, May 24, 2007 dents of the District of Columbia with the resi- prove its strength and endurance. He uses Mr. WEXLER. Madam Speaker, I rise today dents of the 50 States who already have stat- arm crutches, instead of standard ones, to to honor the people and Government of the ues representing them in Statuary Hall. avoid aggravating his ribs. He has three daily physical therapy ses- Republic of Azerbaijan—as they prepare to On August 10, 2006, the DC Commission sions and is scheduled for monthly checkups celebrate Republic Day on May 28. on Arts and Humanities began the process of through the summer. The doctors plan to Republic Day commemorates the day Azer- creating the two statues to be placed in Stat- monitor X-rays periodically to determine baijan first declared independence from the uary Hall when the Commission chose Fred- how well his femur is healing and when he Russian Empire in 1918. Though the Azer- erick Douglass and Pierre L’Enfant as the two can put weight on his leg. baijan Republic later succumbed to Soviet prominent residents whose statues would rep- (After Mr. Corzine underwent an out- forces in 1920, in its 2 years of independence resent the District of Columbia. The Commis- patient checkup Friday, his office issued a Azerbaijan achieved a number of measures on sion also hired two Washington area sculptors, statement saying all was going well.) Mr. Corzine still is not out of the woods, state-building, armed forces, education, econ- Steven Weitzman and Gordon Kay, to work on Dr. Ostrum said. A possible complication is omy, and universal suffrage, from which it the sculptures of Frederick Douglass and osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection. Also, benefits today. Pierre L’Enfant and they are scheduled to rib fractures are generally painful for weeks. Azerbaijan’s second opportunity for freedom complete their work later this year. ‘‘You can fix every bone in their pelvis and and independence began in 1990 as Azeris Douglass, (1818–1895), was born a slave in both their legs, and they will come back and began gathering in protest against Soviet rule. Maryland and became a District resident in complain about ribs every time they take a Following the collapse of the Soviet Union, 1870. He held diplomatic and District appoint- deep breath, every time they cough, every Azerbaijan declared anew their independence. ments and is considered to be the Father of time they roll over in bed,’’ Dr. Ostrum said. Mr. Corzine, who has pledged to educate On August 30, 1991, Azerbaijan’s Par- the Civil Rights Movement. Douglass also dis- others about wearing seat belts, has said he liament adopted the Declaration on the Res- played his talents as an orator and journalist remembered getting into the helicopter but toration of the State of Independence of the throughout his life here. His home in the Dis- virtually nothing about the first eight days Republic of Azerbaijan, and on October 18, trict of Columbia is a national monument in intensive care. 1991, their Constitution was approved. which attracts hundreds of thousands of visi- That was good news to Dr. Ross. The drugs Azerbaijan is a key global security partner tors annually. that Mr. Corzine received in intensive care for the United States. Azerbaijan was among L’Enfant, (1754–1825), an architect, engi- are the same that patients may receive when the first nations to offer our United States un- neer and soldier came from France to serve in undergoing procedures like a colonoscopy, to ease their discomfort. conditional support in the war against ter- the American Revolution. George Washington ‘‘One effect of the drugs is amnesia,’’ Dr. rorism, providing use of its airspace, airports, chose L’Enfant to design the new federal city Ross said. ‘‘We think it’s a good thing that and troops for Operation Enduring Freedom in of Washington D.C. He became a US citizen patients don’t remember what they go Afghanistan. Azerbaijan was also the first and spent the remainder of his life in D.C. im- through in the I.C.U.’’ Muslim nation to send troops to Iraq. plementing his plan and making D.C. the f Azerbaijan works with the United States re- beautiful city it is today. gionally through the GUAM Organization for The District of Columbia was born with the HUMAN RIGHTS IN VIETNAM Democracy and Economic Development Nation itself 206 years ago. Throughout these (Georgia, Ukraine, Azerbaijan and Moldova), two centuries the city has created its very own HON. EARL BLUMENAUER to prevent illegal trafficking and to secure bor- rich and uniquely American history. Congress- OF OREGON ders. woman NORTON said, ‘‘It goes without saying IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Azerbaijan contributes significantly to the di- that the almost 650,000 American citizens who versification of the western energy supply. The live in the Nation’s capital deserve the honor Thursday, May 24, 2007 Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan pipeline, an initiative sup- of having two of its history makers rep- Mr. BLUEMENAUER. Madam Speaker, ported by the Clinton and Bush administra- resented in the halls of the Nation’s Capitol as while I have pushed for a stronger U.S.-Viet- tions, reached a milestone when its first oil citizens who live in the 50 states have long nam relationship, I have also consistently said reached the Mediterranean Sea on May 28, enjoyed. That when we allow the District to be

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14418 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 excluded from its place among the 50 States, man, Ajay Major, Pat Skelton, Jon Gold, Mak heroic work in assisting victims of Hurricane we undermine the Nation’s efforts to spread Hozo, Schuyler DeArmond, Jeff Rinkenberger, Katrina. Following Hurricanes Katrina and full democracy around the world. While DC Joe Kaminski, Ethan Kruse, Evan Gootee, and Rita, nearly 150,000 evacuees came to Hous- residents have not yet obtained the same po- Gianni Galbiati. This team was under the out- ton to find temporary housing. Mayor White litical equality and voting rights as the citizens standing guidance of coaches: Jim Young, established numerous important programs fol- of the States, they have all the responsibilities Kristen Philipchuck and Kelly Woods. Several lowing these hurricanes that gave evacuees of the States, including paying all Federal of these students received medals for their the badly needed temporary assistance they taxes and serving in all the Nation’s wars.’’ outstanding achievement. In Ecology, Jon Norton said, ‘‘Today when our residents are Gold and Laurel Peterson received fourth needed to get back on their feet. serving in Iraq, the least we should do is to place medals. Evan Gootee and Ruth Sanders In September 2005, Mayor White estab- give this city its rightful and equal place in the received fourth place in Robot Ramble. The lished a program giving emergency prescrip- Capitol.’’ There are more than 100 soldiers still fifth place medal awarded for Entomology was tions and free medication to evacuees who serving in Iraq from Specialist Dent’s 547th given to Jon Gold and Lani Rush. Also taking could not afford to purchase them on their Transportation Company. fifth place medals in the subject of Write It, Do own. Mayor White also helped establish the ‘‘The statues would offer District residents It were Ethan Kruse and Kate Sanders. Houston Katrina/Rita Fund, which provided the opportunity to enjoy the same pride that all The Thomas Jefferson Middle School evacuees assistance with groceries, baby care other citizens experience when they come to Science Olympiad team of 2007 consists of: their Capitol—the opportunity to view memo- Kati Manning, Jon Sherrick, Joe Galbiati, Julia products, and other necessities. The mayor rials that commemorate the efforts of de- Young, Matt Kerner, Kathryn Dalzotto, Josh also worked tirelessly with the Federal Emer- ceased local residents who have made signifi- Bartusch, Chris Haller, Karl Rinkenberger, gency Management Agency to establish a for- cant contributions to American history,’’ Norton Katalin Hartman, Alex Robinson-Norris, malized housing program for evacuees and to said. Maddie Woods, Katelyn Neis, Christian Briggs, transition tens of thousands of evacuees from f and Jesse Bunchek, as well as student alter- hotel rooms to apartments. nates: Brian Kingsbury, Adam Alamillo, Roshni All of the extraordinary work done by Mayor TRIBUTE TO VALPARAISO HIGH Dhoot, Bennet Sanders, Cam Haskett, Nick White and others helped get tens of thou- SCHOOL AND THOMAS JEFFER- Hartmann, and Daniel Karr. Guiding these ex- SON MIDDLE SCHOOL ceptional students were coaches: Richard sands of hurricane evacuees back on their Bender, Carol Haller, Bill Dalzotto, Gwenn feet. Already, many of the evacuees who HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY Rinkenberger, Mary Faith Dalzotto, Becky stayed temporarily in Houston have returned OF INDIANA Juergens, Paul Huang, Lynda Galbiati, Diane to their permanent places of residence. Many IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bernhardt, Molly JolI, Linda Cronk, and Mike of the 300,000 evacuees remaining in Houston Thursday, May 24, 2007 Haller. are in the process of acquiring the stable em- Several members of the Thomas Jefferson ployment and housing that will allow them to Mr. VISCLOSKY. Madam Speaker, it is with Middle School team were awarded medals for return home. great pride and enthusiasm that I take this superior achievement. Kathryn Dalzotto and time to recognize Valparaiso High School and Katelyn Neis won third place in Anatomy. Kati Without Mayor White’s extraordinary leader- Thomas Jefferson Middle School for their in- Manning and Kathryn Dalzotto also took a ship, the successful transition of untold thou- volvement in the 23rd Annual Science Olym- third place medal for Wheeled Vehicle. A sands of victims of Hurricanes Katrina and piad National Tournament. Both schools took fourth place medal was awarded to Chris Rita would not have been possible. Indeed, 11th place in their divisions at the National Haller and Karl Rinkenberger for their Balloon without his leadership, thousands of people Science Olympiad competition held in Wichita, Launch Glider. For Mission Possible, Chris would have been left temporarily homeless KS. Valparaiso High School won medals in Haller, Kati Manning, and Katalin Hartman all and many of the most vulnerable could have four events by finishing among the top six for took fifth place medals. Roads Scholar easily lost their lives. that event while finishing in the top 10 in 10 brought Jon Sherrick and Christian Briggs of the tournament’s 23 events. sixth place medals. In this situation, Mayor White’s leadership The Science Olympiad began when Dr. Ge- Madam Speaker, it is with great pride that I was not without risk. Over the past 2 years, rard J. Putz, Regional Science Consultant for congratulate Valparaiso High School and the mayor has frequently faced criticism for Macomb County Intermediate School District Thomas Jefferson Middle School on their using the city’s resources to help those who in Michigan, decided to share the Science great achievement at the 23rd Annual Science have come from the Gulf Coast in dire need Olympiad program with Macomb County edu- Olympiad Tournament. I wish them continued of assistance. Yet, in the face of such risks, cators on March 29, 1982. The invitation was success. These intelligent young students pos- Mayor White has unflinchingly done what is prompted by an article published in The sess the work ethic and dedication that will just and right for those innocent victims of Science Teacher in December 1977. After a make them successful leaders throughout their Hurricanes Katrina and Rita. few successful tournaments, Dr. Putz was bright futures. I hope the rest of my colleagues convinced to share the program with the rest will join with me in applauding the Science The John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage of the Nation, so the Science Olympiad pro- Olympiad teams for their commendable ef- Award is one of the most prestigious honors gram was presented to the Council of State forts. that can be earned by our public servants. Science Supervisors at the National Science With his receipt of this award, Mayor White TRIBUTE TO BILL WHITE Teachers Conference in Boston in 1984. joins an extraordinary group of recipients that The mission of the Science Olympiad is ‘‘to has included Atlanta Mayor Shirley Franklin, promote and improve student interest in HON. AL GREEN former United Nations Secretary General Kofi science while improving the quality of K–12 OF TEXAS Annan and several of my esteemed col- science education throughout the nation.’’ The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES purpose is to bring science to life and show leagues in the U.S. Congress. Mayor White’s how it works, to emphasize problem solving Thursday, May 24, 2007 heroic actions in the wake of Hurricanes aspects, and to understand all of its concepts. Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Madam Speaker, Katrina and Rita certainly merit his inclusion in The Science Olympiad teaches teamwork and I am proud today to congratulate the Honor- this select group. cooperative learning strategies and promotes able Bill White, the distinguished mayor of my I applaud Mayor White and all of my fellow high levels of achievement and a commitment hometown of Houston, TX, on his receipt of Houstonians for their terrific work in helping the 2007 John F. Kennedy Profile in Courage to excellence. those victims of horrific natural disasters in The 2007 Science Olympiad team from Award. their time of greatest need. I congratulate Valparaiso High School consists of: Lani Mayor White, who has a long history of pub- Rush, Laurel Peterson, Sonia Phadke, Kristin lic service as mayor and, previously, as Dep- Mayor White on his receipt of the prestigious Engerer, Katie Mika, Kate Sanders, Ruth uty Secretary of Energy of the United States, Profile in Courage Award, an award that is Sanders, Rocio Rodea, Melissa Barrie Leh- earned this prestigious award because of his very well deserved.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.000 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14419 BRADY CARTER WOODHOUSE Program. Her husband, Mr. Shaul Bakhash, is On January 3, when applying for replace- MAKES HIS MARK ON THE WORLD a professor at George Mason University of ment Iranian travel documents at the pass- Fairfax, VA. The Woodrow Wilson Center is a port office, Dr. Esfandiari was invited to an ‘‘interview’’ by a man from Iran’s Ministry HON. BOB ETHERIDGE non-profit, non-partisan organization whose of Intelligence. OF NORTH CAROLINA work is to research and foster dialogue within Beginning on January 4, she was subjected IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the scholarly world on current and future pub- to a series of interrogations that stretched lic policy issues. out over the next six weeks, sometimes con- Thursday, May 24, 2007 Dr. Esfandieri’s tireless dedication to teach- tinuing for as many as four days a week, and Mr. ETHERIDGE. Madam Speaker, I rise ing and advocating on behalf of Iran is clear. sometimes stretching across seven and eight today to congratulate Brad Woodhouse for- She has focused on building bridges and hours in a single day. Dr. Esfandiari went mally of my staff and his wife Jessica on the opening doors for peace in the Middle East. home every evening, but the interrogations were unpleasant and not free from intimida- birth of their first child, Master Brady Carter She has sought to facilitate and strengthen tion and threat. Woodhouse. Brady was born on May 23, Iranian-American relations through numerous The questioning focused almost entirely on 2007, and weighed 8 pounds 2 ounces. Faye seminars, lectures and workshops with edu- the activities and programs of the Middle joins me in wishing Brad and Jessica great cators, policymakers and groups from both East Program at the Wilson Center. Dr. happiness upon this new addition to their fam- countries and has pressed wider freedoms to Esfandiari answered all questions fully; when ily. A Raleigh native, Brad served as my Agri- communicate about our common bonds and she could not remember details of programs culture Legislative Assistant, Senior Legislative negotiate over our disagreements. stretching back five and even eight years, Like thousands of other Iranians living the staff at the Wilson Center provided her Assistant and press secretary and will always all the information requested. As a public or- remain a member of Team Etheridge. abroad, Professor Esfandieri is an academic ganization, all Wilson Center activities are As a father and grandfather, I know the joy, who took a personal trip to see her family. If on the public record. Repeatedly during the pride, and excitement that parents experience she as one individual scholar threatens this re- interrogation, she was pressured to make a upon the entrance of their child into the world. gime so much that they have to interrogate false confession or to falsely implicate the Representing hope, goodness, and innocence, her for almost five months and detain her in a Wilson Center in activities in which it had a newborn allows those around him to see the notorious prison cell known for human rights no part, but she refused. world through his eyes as a new, fresh place abuses, then one has to assume this regime On Friday, January 15, in the third week of interrogations, Dr. Esfandiari was told with unending possibilities for the future. is desperate to retain whatever control it can. (misleadingly as it turned out) the ques- Through a child, one is able to recognize and Today, the Iranian leadership’s lack of cour- tioning was over. On January 18, the interro- appreciate the full potential of the human race. age and conscience is as clear as it is dis- gator and three other men showed up at Dr. I know Brad and Jessica look forward to the appointing. Esfandiari’s mother’s apartment. Dr. changes and challenges that their new son will It is evident that this regime is criminalizing Esfandiari was taking a nap and was startled bring to their lives while taking pleasure in the scholarly work of any kind, despite the fact to wake up and see the door to her bedroom many rewards they are sure to receive as they that Iran’s very own history is filled with cen- open, her privacy violated, and three strange watch him grow. turies of scholarly research and discovery. men, one of them wielding a video-camera, staring into her bedroom. I welcome young Brady into the world and This regime’s egregious decision to imprison On February 14, the lengthy interrogations wish Brad and Jessica all the best as they Dr. Esfandieri reflects a deepening departure stopped. raise him. from the values and ideals the Iranian people On February 17, Haleh received one threat- f have historically prided themselves on. ening phone call, and then she did not hear Iran’s renowned nationalist Prime Minister anything from her interrogators for ten SUPPORT FOR DR. HALEH Mohammed Mossadegh once said ‘‘There is weeks. ESFANDIERI no better way to govern Iran than democracy On February 20, Lee Hamilton, president and director of the Wilson Center, wrote to and social justice!’’ Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad HON. JAMES P. MORAN Professor Esfandieri should be released im- asking that Dr. Esfandiari be allowed to OF VIRGINIA mediately. Every day she is so unjustly de- travel. However, President Ahmadinejad did IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tained, Iran proves the case of its detractors not reply to the letter. and makes it all the more difficult for institu- At the end of April or early May, she was Thursday, May 24, 2007 tions like Dr. Esfandieri’s Wilson Center to telephoned once again and invited to ‘‘co- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Madam Speaker, treat the Iranian people with the respect that operate.’’ In effect, she was being asked to on December 30,2006, Dr. Haleh Esfandieri, a make a confession. She refused to make the should be afforded to an historic civilization false statements. prominent Iranian-American scholar, was in and citizenship of 70 million people. On Monday, May 7 she was summoned to Iran to visit her sick 93-year-old mother when STATEMENT ON THE ARREST IN TEHRAN OF the Ministry of Intelligence once again. she was stopped by the Iranian authorities. HALEH ESFANDIARI, DIRECTOR OF THE WOOD- When she arrived for her appointment on What followed was nearly 5 months of a se- ROW WILSON CENTER’S MIDDLE EAST PRO- Tuesday morning, May 8th, she was put into ries of intense interrogations and pressure tac- GRAM a car and taken to Evin prison. She was in- tics where she was harassed, threatened, and Haleh Esfandiari, director of the Middle carcerated and was allowed only one phone forced to make false statements against her East Program at the Woodrow Wilson Inter- call to her mother. employer, the Woodrow Wilson Center for national Center for Scholars, and a dual Ira- On May 9 she called her mother asking her nian-American national, was arrested in to bring her clean clothes and her medicine. International Scholars. On May 8, she was Her mother delivered the small package at again detained and imprisoned. Tehran on May 8 and incarcerated in the Evin Prison. Evin Prison on May 10, but was not allowed Her arrest and detention has angered ana- The background to this entirely unjusti- to see her. lysts, human rights groups and lawmakers fied arrest is as follows: On May 12, the hard-line daily ‘‘Kayhan’’ in an article accused Dr. Esfandiari of work- throughout the world. Yet still, the Iranian re- TIME LINE OF EVENTS ing with the U.S. and Israeli governments gime refuses to release her, claiming she is a December 21, 2006, Haleh Esfandiari, direc- spy who was plotting to overthrow the Iranian and with involvement in efforts to topple tor of the Middle East Program at the Wood- Iran’s Islamic regime. government. row Wilson International Center for Schol- On May 15, Iranian judiciary spokesman I would like to submit a statement issued ars, and a dual Iranian-American national, Ali Reza Jamshidi said that Dr. Esfandiari from the Woodrow Wilson Center for Inter- traveled from Washington D.C. to Tehran, was being investigated for crimes against na- national Scholars on May 21, 2007 for the Iran to visit her 93-year-old mother for one tional security and that her case was being record. week. handled by the Intelligence Ministry. Madam Speaker, these charges are a farce. On December 30, 2006, on her way to the On May 15, Haleh made a brief telephone airport to catch a flight back to Washington, Professor Esfandieri is an accomplished schol- call to her mother. the taxi in which Dr. Esfandiari was riding On May 16, Haleh’s family retained the ar of Persian literature, language and history was stopped by three masked, knife-wielding legal services of Nobel Peace Laureate who taught at Princeton University before be- men. They threatened to kill her, and they Shirin Ebadi to represent her. coming the Director of the Woodrow Wilson took away all of her belongings, including On May 17, in an interview with Wash- Center for International Scholars Middle East her Iranian and American passports. ington Post Staff Writer Robin Wright,

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Parker served as the staff maintenance techni- cian for the Logistic Readiness Division, 200th On May 21 state-run television broadcasts Thursday, May 24, 2007 Theater Army Materiel Management Center in in Iran indicated that Haleh is being charged with seeking to topple the government of the Mrs. BLACKBURN. Madam Speaker, I rise Zweibruecken, Germany. He was the principal Islamic Republic of Iran. today to congratulate and recognize the brav- automotive maintenance technical advisor to the Commander. As such, Warrant Officer Our efforts to obtain Haleh’s release will ery of Mr. Michael Oakley of Savannah, Ten- continue and will be redoubled. She will be nessee. On the night of April 13, 2005, Mr. Parker was singularly responsible for the in- in our thoughts and prayers every day. Oakley showed the highest form of human creased readiness status in the 600 units of compassion when he risked his own life to United States Army, Europe. His total dedica- f save an unknown motorist trapped in a vehicle tion to this vital mission was a key to maintain- that was engulfed in flames following a traffic ing theater war fighting capability and allowed TRIBUTE HONORING LIEUTENANT accident. Despite the extreme heat of the fire for the smooth deployment of U.S. V and VII MARTIN CUELLAR, JR., ON HIS and suffering from severe burns, Mr. Oakley Corps units to Operation Desert Storm in RETIREMENT returned to the wrecked sport utility vehicle Southwest Asia. multiple times, determined to save another By December 2000, Warrant Officer Parker man’s life. Thankfully, Mr. Oakley was suc- was the Plans and Training Development HON. CHARLES A. GONZALEZ cessful. Branch Chief, managing the development, im- In honor of this astounding act of selfless- plementation, and evaluation of training for the OF TEXAS ness, Mr. Michael Oakley was awarded the Warrant Officer Candidate Course, Staff IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Carnegie Medal for Extraordinary Civilian Her- Course, and Senior Staff Course for active oism. This award is given by the Carnegie and reserve component Warrant Officers. He Thursday, May 24, 2007 Hero Fund Commission and Mr. Oakley was also laid the groundwork for the Warrant Offi- Mr. GONZALEZ. Madam Speaker, I rise one of only 19 to receive this recognition. He cer Mentorship Program, which is now imple- today to honor Lieutenant Martin Cuellar, Jr., was chosen for this award due to his out- mented throughout the United States Army. As on his retirement from the Texas State Depart- standing courage which should stand as an in- the most senior warrant officer in the Army ment of Public Safety, where he served in law spiration to all men and women across Ten- Ordnance Corps, he used his position to en- enforcement for the past 25 years. nessee and our Nation. sure African-American soldiers were provided Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join the same opportunities due every soldier who Lieutenant Cuellar has an extensive back- me in both thanking and congratulating Mr. Mi- attended Army Warrant Officer Career ground in criminal justice and has trained with chael Oakley for his heroism; he is indeed, a Courses. His genuine concern for the welfare the Webb County Basic Peace Officer Training worthy recipient of this outstanding honor. And and development of warrant officers and can- Academy, and the Department of Public Safe- may God bless all of the Michael Oakleys of didates proves an enduring inspiration to all. ty Trooper Academy. He is a graduate of the America. Most recently, as the senior evaluator for Northwestern University School of Police Staff f the $1.6 billion combat logistics support sys- and Command and earned an Associate of tem—Global Combat Support System—Army Applied Science in Criminal Justice from La- TRIBUTE TO U.S. ARMY CHIEF (Field and Tactical), Warrant Officer Parker redo Community College. His criminal justice WARRANT OFFICER CHARLIE developed an operational test and evaluation background helped him serve as a lieutenant RAY PARKER, JR. strategy for the Enterprise Planning Solution with the Department of Public Safety in the designed to ensure enterprise elements such narcotics service as a part of the Directed In- HON. JO ANN DAVIS as supply, maintenance, property, finance, and telligence Group, and as deputy sheriff with OF VIRGINIA task organization processes are adequately the Webb County Sheriff’s Department. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES evaluated in accordance with public law. This Lieutenant Cuellar has worked in open and Thursday, May 24, 2007 new system will transform Army logistics by covert investigations resulting in seizures of ensuring direct support of Joint Force and thousands of pounds of narcotics throughout Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Army military operations ranging from garrison the State of Texas. He also has worked in Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to an ex- duty to expeditionary deployments, ultimately conjunction with other law enforcement agen- ceptional officer in the United States Army, reducing the need for forward deployed logisti- cies in cases involving murder, kidnappings, CWO5 Charlie Ray Parker, Jr., upon his retire- cians. and extortion, and in international investiga- ment after 40 years of distinguished service. On behalf of Congress and the United tions regarding shipment of narcotics with Throughout his career, first as an enlisted States of America, I thank Chief Warrant Offi- Federal and State law enforcement agencies Army private, then as a non-commissioned of- cer 5 Parker for his commitment, sacrifice, and in the United States and Mexico. He has also ficer, and finally as a commissioned warrant contribution throughout these 40 years. I con- been recognized by the Department of De- officer, Warrant Officer Parker personified the gratulate him on completing an exceptional fense and the United States Army for his as- seven Army values, particularly those of duty, and extremely successful career. sistance in the return of a wounded U.S. sol- integrity, respect, and selfless service across f dier to the United States. the many missions the Army asked him to execute. It is my privilege to recognize his IN MEMORY OF MAYOR JOHN While working in law enforcement, he met many accomplishments. I commend his su- REDDING, JR. his wife, Veronica Cuellar, who is employed perb service to the United States Army and with the United States Probation Office. They this great Nation. HON. BILL SHUSTER have two beautiful children, Zachary and Beginning his career in March 1967, War- Casey, both of whom currently attend St. Au- OF PENNSYLVANIA rant Officer Parker entered into active duty IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gustine School in Laredo, Texas. I wish him from the State of Virginia as an enlisted sol- and his family the best in his well-deserved re- dier. He achieved the rank of staff sergeant Thursday, May 24, 2007 tirement from an accomplished and highly re- while serving as a motor sergeant in the First Mr. SHUSTER. Madam Speaker, it is with a garded law enforcement career. Battalion (Airborne), 325th Infantry Regiment, heavy heart that I rise to honor the memory Madam Speaker, I am honored to have had 82nd Airborne Division at Fort Bragg, North and celebrate the life of Mayor John Redding, this time to recognize the dedication and com- Carolina. Staff Sergeant Parker served in the Jr., of Franklin County, Pennsylvania. John mitment of Lieutenant Martin Cuellar, Jr., to 82nd Airborne Division from March 1970 until Redding passed away on Monday, May 21, the law enforcement community in south receiving his appointment as a warrant officer from complications from heart surgery. It is Texas. in March 1977. His formula for success was with sadness, but with fond memories and the

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For almost all his life, John was an not be forgotten. remarkable taste in distorting a sentimental, active member of his community, serving on In an effort to rebuild and restore child care simple, and beautiful song, into a reel, jig or the Chambersburg Board of Directors, as operations in my home State of Mississippi, country-dance.’’ chairman of the Letterkenny Industrial Devel- the Mississippi Early Care and Education In- It is an honor to recognize a figure who was opment Authority, as a council representative, frastructure Initiative was formed by Mis- able to overcome incredible hardships to cre- and later as mayor of Chambersburg Borough, sissippi State University in partnership with ate a legacy that has affected countless gen- his hometown and the community to which he Chevron, Save the Children, and the W.K. erations. I ask you and my other distinguished dedicated his life. Kellogg Foundation. colleagues to join me in commending Francis As a man of deep faith, brave courage and The goals of the Initiative were to quickly re- Johnson for his renowned musical achieve- impassioned loyalty, Redding made his com- open the thousands of child care centers dam- ments and lasting influence. munity a better place to work and live. The aged or destroyed by the hurricanes, to retrain f outpouring of support from his friends and staff and upgrade curriculum materials and neighbors upon his passing is a testament to play equipment, and to prepare for future CONGRATULATING WILLIAM AND the way he lived his life and a sign that the emergencies. ESTHER DAVIDOWITZ AS THEY legacy he left on Chambersburg and the Further, the U.S. Department of Health and ARE HONORED AS ‘‘PILLARS OF whole of Franklin County will not be forgotten. Human Services approved child care waivers THE COMMUNITY’’ IN WILKES- More than this, it is my privilege to have for $60 million so that parents were provided BARRE PENNSYLVANIA known John personally and to have called him with vouchers for 60 days for much-needed my friend. He and my family worked closely child care services while working or looking for HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI over 30 years to make Franklin County a bet- work. These waivers lifted Federal require- OF PENNSYLVANIA ter place to live and work and his effort was ments for State matching funds and went di- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not in vain. Franklin County continues to be a rectly to the States to administer their Child Thursday, May 24, 2007 showcase for economic investment, growth Care and Development Funds. There was a and opportunity in central Pennsylvania. Its huge bottleneck with this process and numer- Mr. KANJORSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise success bears the mark of John’s tireless ef- ous centers and parents were unaware of today to ask you and my esteemed colleagues forts. these resources. Further, many parents that in the House of Representatives to pay tribute John was a pillar of dedication, commitment received these vouchers were unable to find to William and Esther Davidowitz who are and leadership. He will be missed, but never operational child care facilities. being honored as Amudei Tzibur, or Pillars of forgotten. I applaud the efforts of the Initiative fonned the Community, by Temple Israel in Wilkes- f in Mississippi and am thankful that the Depart- Barre, Pennsylvania. ment of Health and Human Services re- Mr. and Mrs. Davidowitz will be formally EMERGENCY CHILD CARE sponded quickly to the affected states. June honored at Temple Israel’s annual dinner to SERVICES ACT OF 2007 1st marks the beginning of 2007 hurricane be held Wednesday, June 13, 2007. season. We must be sure to let families know Mr. and Mrs. Davidowitz are regarded as HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON that the Federal Government is doing its part exemplary role models due to their achieve- OF MISSISSIPPI to ensure that critical services are available in ments in both the Jewish community and the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the event of another large-scale disaster or greater Wyoming Valley community. Born in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Thursday, May 24, 2007 even a major terrorist attack. Enactment of the Emergency Child Care Services Act is the way Hazleton, Pennsylvania, Mr. Davidowitz Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam to do it. served in the United States Army during World Speaker, I rise today to introduce the Emer- f War II and later attended Penn State Univer- gency Child Care Services Act of 2007 which sity where he graduated with a bachelor’s de- reaffirms the Federal Government’s commit- A TRIBUTE TO FRANCIS JOHNSON gree in business administration. He joined his ment to helping children and families as they family’s shoe business in Hazleton and later recover from acts of terrorism, major disasters HON. ROBERT A. BRADY moved to the Wilkes-Barre area to establish or other emergencies. OF PENNSYLVANIA the Penn Footwear Company in Nanticoke. After Hurricanes Katrina and Rita, more IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Davidowitz is a past chairman of the than 3,000 licensed child care facilities along United Jewish Appeal and he remains active the Gulf Coast were damaged or destroyed. Thursday, May 24, 2007 in the Jewish Federation and he is a trustee Parents needed a safe place to leave their Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam at the Jewish Community Center in Wilkes- children while working, looking for employ- Speaker, I rise today to celebrate Francis Barre. He has served on the boards of Temple ment, cleaning debris from their homes, filing ‘‘Frank’’ Johnson’s accomplished career and Israel, the Jewish Community Center, Fox Hill claims with their insurance companies or influential musical legacy. Born in 1792 in Country Club and Penn State University, Leh- working with Federal, State and local agencies Philadelphia, Johnson was well known as a man Campus. to address their disaster-related needs. professional musician by age 20. Overcoming Mr. and Mrs. Davidowitz were instrumental However, while 3,045 licensed child care the barriers of racism, Johnson achieved in- in the creation and dedication of many com- centers were eligible, just 10 centers in Lou- credible success even in the face of such ra- munity projects including the United Hebrew isiana and only one in Mississippi received cial strife, composing over 300 pieces of Institute Art Room, the Davidowitz Lounge at Federal assistance. There were 1,690 eligible music. Further, in a time when professional the Jewish Community Center and the building centers in my home state of Mississippi alone. musicians were a rarity in the United States, addition to the United Hebrew Institute in I understand that numerous centers are still Johnson established a career with incredible 1980. going through the appeals process with FEMA variety and importance that has had an impact The Seligman J. Strauss Lodge of B’nai and have yet to rebuild and reopen. on countless modern musicians. B’rith presented Mr. Davidowitz with its Com- I introduced this legislation to amend the Johnson trained with Richard Wills, the munity Service Award and the trustees of the Stafford Act to ensure that emergency child West Point band leader, and quickly mastered Luzerne County Community College recog- care is recognized as a ‘‘critical service’’ in the many instruments like the keyed bugle. He nized his efforts as vice chairman of the build- aftermath of a terrorist attack, major disaster published his first composition, ‘‘A Collection ing authority responsible for the construction or other emergency. of New Cotillions,’’ in 1818, and soon became of the Nanticoke campus. While provisions of the Stafford Act provide one of Philadelphia’s premier musicians. John- Mrs. Davidowitz serves on the board of the assistance to private nonprofit facilities that son’s vast musical accomplishments were Jewish Community Center. She is a past

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The members strive to be the best day slavery, increase education and aware- Seminary, John Heinz Institute, Penn State trained and most up to date in their profes- ness about modern-day slavery, make rec- Lehman Campus, Northeast Pennsylvania sions. ommendations to Congress on actions nec- Philharmonic, United Hebrew Institute and the Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Rep- essary to combat and eliminate modern-day Wyoming Valley Jewish Campaign, which she resentatives to join me in congratulating Local slavery in all its forms, and more. chaired in 1990. 370 for their assurance to their craft, their cus- It is time to end the exploitation of people Mrs. Davidowitz is a member of the Klezmer tomers, the public and to the American work- around the world. The U.S. Congress has the Band, ‘‘Freilox and Bagels,’’ where she has er. We have all benefited from their desire to responsibility to study ways the United States played both the harp and the flute. She has work in a safe, conscientious environment. can end modem forms of slavery and this served as the non-governmental representa- f commission will be the first step. There is no tive to the United Nations for the National place in our world for slavery. Let’s work to Council of Jewish Women and as a local rep- CONGRESSIONAL COMMISSION ON end it now! THE ABOLITION OF MODERN-DAY resentative to the United States Holocaust Me- f morial Council. SLAVERY ACT INTRODUCTION Mrs. Davidowitz has received tributes from RECOGNIZING DIANNA M.N. LE the Greater Wilkes-Barre Anti-Defamation HON. JOHN LEWIS League of B’nai B’rith, the National Council of OF GEORGIA HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO Jewish Women, the Jewish Federation of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF GUAM Greater Wilkes-Barre and the Seligman J. Thursday, May 24, 2007 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Strauss Lodge of B’nai B’rith. Mr. and Mrs. Davidowitz are the parents of Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I Thursday, May 24, 2007 four sons, Jeffrey, Ivan, Steven and Benjamin. rise today with my colleagues, Representa- Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I rise They now have nine grandchildren. tives CHRIS SMITH, CAROLYN MALONEY, and today to commend Dianna M.N. Le, a young Madam Speaker, please join me in con- THELMA DRAKE to introduce a very important woman from Guam who will serve our Nation gratulating Mr. and Mrs. Davidowitz on this piece of legislation, the Congressional Com- as a commissioned officer in the United States auspicious occasion. Their inexhaustible en- mission on the Abolition of Modem-Day Slav- Army. She has made her parents, Phat V. Le ergy and devotion to family and community is ery Act. The United States abolished slavery and Lylan T. Nguyen of Mangilao, Guam, and an inspiration for all. Their volunteer service is in the 13th Amendment to the Constitution, the people of Guam immensely proud. Dianna an extraordinary example of how two people however, slavery continues around the world attended Wettengel Elementary School and can make a huge difference in the quality of and we must seek ways to end the suffering. Santa Barbara Middle School in Dededo, and life in America. This bill will establish a highly qualified and bi- graduated from St. John’s College Preparatory f partisan commission to make recommenda- School in Tumon, with a performance record tions on what the United States can do to that earned her a nomination to the United HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- eradicate slavery in all corners of the Earth. States Military Academy (USMA) at West SARY OF UA LOCAL 370 PLUMB- According to the International Labor Organi- Point. Having successfully maintained an out- ERS AND PIPEFITTERS zation, more than 12.3 million people are vic- standing academic record, Dianna M.N. Le will tims of forced labor worldwide. Free the graduate from West Point and will be commis- HON. DALE E. KILDEE Slaves, a non-governmental organization, esti- sioned as a second lieutenant on May 26, OF MICHIGAN mates that upwards of 27 million people are 2007. She will soon begin an important and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES slaves today. The U.S. Government says that challenging career as a soldier and leader Thursday, May 24, 2007 there are more than 14,500 people trafficked serving our country with distinction. Mr. KILDEE. Madam Speaker, today I would into labor or sex exploitation in the United Throughout her 4 years at West Point, like to take the opportunity to extend congratu- States each year; perhaps hundreds of thou- Cadet Le was recognized for her military skill lations to the UA Local 370 Plumbers and sands of Americans are also trafficked for and athleticism, as well as for her academic Pipefitters as they commemorate their 100th commercial sexual exploitation right here in achievement. She earned the Recondo badge anniversary. A celebration will be held on June their own country. Each of these individuals is for military proficiency, the Army Physical Fit- 7 in Flint Michigan. a modern-day slave. ness Badge, the Indoor Obstacle Course Local 370 was chartered on June 4, 1907 Modern-day slavery takes many forms, most Badge, and the Master of the Sword Badge. with 15 members. As a part of the United As- often different from the images found in our She was elected as team captain of the na- sociation, Local 370 worked to change the 10- own history. Rather than owning their slaves tionally ranked USMA Women’s Army rugby hour workday and the working conditions of its outright as in years past, the 21st century team. She was twice selected as a 2nd Team members. Over the years the benefits enjoyed slaveholders use threats, violence and psy- All-American for her skill as a rugby player. by the membership have changed and grown. chological coercion to keep slaves in dan- She twice earned recognition on the Dean’s Base wages, initiation fees, and window dues gerous and degrading working conditions with list. Additionally, a paper which she co-au- have all changed to reflect changing economic little or no pay. In countries around the world, thored was published in Applied Optics Jour- times. The pension fund and insurance fund slaves can be found in many labor-intensive nal. were created by in response to the needs of industries, including the agricultural, commer- As a second lieutenant, Dianna will serve as the membership. cial sex, construction, garment, manufacturing a Military Police officer. Following graduation, Over the past 100 years Local 370 has and service industries, as well as in domestic she will attend a 6-week Basic Officer Leader- been an integral part for worker rights. Char- service. ship Course (BOLC) in Fort Benning, Georgia. tered 30 years before the famous UAW To develop U.S. policy to end this man- Upon completion of training at Fort Benning, sitdown strike in 1937, members of Local 370 made tragedy requires a thoughtful analysis of she will receive additional training at Fort built the building where the sitdown strike took the factors contributing to slavery, a coordi- Leonard Wood, Missouri, after which she will place. The members have been committed to nated strategy among government agencies, report for duty with the 173rd Airborne Brigade protecting prevailing wages, working for laws and the political commitment of foreign gov- in Bamberg, Germany. to mandate plumbing licenses for anyone ernments to pursue an end to slavery and an In line with the USMA’s mission to train mili- working in the plumbing industry, working with end to the impunity of slave holders. The Con- tary leaders, Dianna Le consistently upheld other labor organizations to improve the day- gressional Commission on the Abolition of the Academy’s principles, traditions, and val- to-day lives of workers everywhere. Modern-Day Slavery would start this effort by ues of ‘‘Duty, Honor, Country’’ throughout the Committed to the United Association motto, examining best practices to prevent modern- course of her education, and has proven that ‘‘We Do It Right the First Time,’’ Local 370 day slavery, examining the effectiveness of she has become a military leader, ready to

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Before joining the Bobcats’ orga- honored at the event with a special business plishments and extend our best wishes to her nization, he was the Vice President of Cor- recognition, and Daly City will be presented as she begins her military career. porate Affairs for BET (Black Entertainment the fourth annual Mary Louise Paskevich f Television) on Jazz: The Jazz Channel. Ed Award in memory of her 20-year Jobs for also served with distinction at Telecommuni- Youth participation. Both entities actively sup- OPPOSITION TO SENATE cations, Inc. (TCI); District Cablevision, Inc.; port the program by hiring program graduates IMMIGRATION BILL and District Cable Advertising. His service with and helping youth around the county. Bill BET networks goes back to 1993, when he Somerville of Philanthropic Ventures Founda- HON. JERRY MORAN served in roles related to network operations, tion will also be acknowledged. He donated OF KANSAS consumer affairs and marketing. Ed received the ‘‘seed money’’ to Al Teglia to start up Jobs IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his B.A. from Howard University, and his M.A. for Youth, which was initially called Summer Jobs for Youth until 2000, when it became a Thursday, May 24, 2007 from Occidental College. He was a National Urban Fellow, Ford Foundation Fellow and As- year-round program. Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I sociate Administrator for procurement for the Madam Speaker, I encourage my col- rise today to speak in opposition to the irre- U.S. Small Business Administration. leagues in the House to join me in recognizing sponsible immigration bill being considered in Throughout his career, Ed has been active the good work and success of San Mateo the Senate. As I travel around the big first in professional and community groups, and County Jobs for Youth as they celebrate 25 congressional district in Kansas, the number maintains various leadership roles within those years of helping young people begin their pro- one issue Kansans want to talk about is immi- organizations. He is on the Board of Directors ductive lives of employment. gration. Across my home State and across the at Theater Charlotte; WTVI Public Television; f Nation, illegal immigration affects all aspects and the Bobby Phills Foundation. Ed serves EXPRESSING CONDOLENCES FOR of life in our communities. Schools must deal on the advisory boards of the Mint Museum as THE VICTIMS OF THE MINING with educating growing numbers of students well as the Mint Museum of Craft and Design. ACCIDENT IN NOVOKUZNETSK, who speak little or no English. Hospital emer- Furthermore, he is a member of the Charlotte RUSSIA gency rooms grow even more crowded. Law Rotary, as well as 100 Black Men of Charlotte. enforcement work overtime to keep neighbor- I have known Ed for many years and I sa- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS hoods safe. lute his unwavering commitment to young peo- OF FLORIDA While our immigration process is broken ple. He is an inspirational role model to young IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and needs dramatic overhaul, the legislation African American boys and teenagers, and for currently being debated in the Senate is not that, I am deeply grateful. Thursday, May 24, 2007 the answer. The Senate proposal is public pol- Ed’s dedication to creating a more just and Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, icy at its worst. I oppose the Senate legisla- equitable society has had a positive impact on I rise today to express my condolences over tion. As I have said since this debate began, countless lives within and beyond the African the terrible mining accident that took place the first priority must be to restore the integrity American community. On this very special earlier today near the Russian city of of our borders. Without secure borders, the day, I join the friends, family and colleagues of Novokuznetsk in Siberia. According to news laws dealing with citizenship and worker per- Ed Lewis in thanking and saluting him for his reports, as many as 38 people may have been mits are irrelevant. profound contributions to his community, our killed and still others injured in a methane gas In addition to protecting the border, we also country and our world. explosion at the Yubileinaya coal mine. This is need a fair and efficient immigration agency f a terrible and sad accident that encourages compliance with our laws so Words alone cannot adequately convey my that those who wish to come to the United A TRIBUTE TO SAN MATEO sympathy over this tragic accident. Coal min- States legally are able to do so in a timely and COUNTY JOBS FOR YOUTH ing is a difficult and dangerous job often done appropriate manner. by the economically disadvantaged and acci- I am more than willing to work with my col- HON. TOM LANTOS dents such as these only make that chal- leagues to craft legislation that truly will ad- OF CALIFORNIA lenging way of life harder. Indeed, we Ameri- dress this country’s immigration issue, but the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cans are, unfortunately, no stranger to mining compromise legislation pending in the Senate accidents. Thursday, May 24, 2007 only exacerbates the problem. Just this morning the Helsinki Commission f Mr. LANTOS. Madam Speaker, I proudly held a hearing on Russia. Our hearts and rise today to recognize a remarkable program prayers go out to all those Russians affected HONORING EDWARD LEWIS for young people in my home district in Cali- by this tragedy and we hope that those who fornia, the San Mateo County Jobs for Youth remain trapped are recovered soon and alive. HON. BARBARA LEE program will celebrate a quarter century of f OF CALIFORNIA success on May 31, 2007. TRIBUTE TO SUNEIL IYER, SEC- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This nonprofit program, founded and facili- OND PLACE WINNER IN NA- tated by my good friend Al Teglia, serves TIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BEE Thursday, May 24, 2007 youth ages 14 to 21 regardless of background, Ms. LEE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to socio-economic status, or risk level, at no cost honor the extraordinary life and career of Ed to them or to employers. Youth learn to mas- HON. DENNIS MOORE Lewis. Today Ed is being honored by the ter job applications, prepare for interviews and OF KANSAS Greater New Haven, Connecticut Chapter of create resumes; they then receive job or in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the National Association for the Advancement ternship leads to help further their ambitions. Thursday, May 24, 2007 of Colored People (NAACP) for his many dec- Last year, nearly 2,000 young people were Mr. MOORE of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I ades of leadership in the fight for civil rights, served in its five offices located throughout rise today to pay tribute to Suneil Iyer, a sev- equality and social justice in our country. San Mateo County. enth grade student at Indian Trail Junior High Ed is currently the Vice President of Fran- Madam Speaker, when so many bemoan School in Olathe, Kansas, who recently fin- chise Relations for the Charlotte Bobcats in the lack of effective programs to address the ished in second place at the 2007 National the National Basketball Association (NBA). In importance of giving young people a step up Geography Bee. that role he develops relationships with state the ladder of employment, the Jobs for Youth Suneil, who received a $15,000 college and local governments on behalf of that orga- program facilitates wonderful opportunities scholarship prize award, qualified for the na- nization, and also ensures diversity in the through its job development and referral pro- tional bee by winning the Kansas National Ge- Bobcats’ business partnerships. gram for youth. ographic Bee for the second year in a row.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.001 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14424 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 Like his family, friends and neighbors, I am ‘‘The school supports Suneil with its Suneil’s last year. Students who place first, very proud of Suneil, and welcome this oppor- ‘Suneil, did you know?’ (program),’’ Assist- second or third cannot compete again. tunity to share news of his success with my ant Principal Margo Twaddle said. Twaddle dispels the notion that Suneil is a f colleagues in the U.S. House of Representa- one-trick pony. He’s been the school spelling tives. bee champ, participated in the Science IN HONOR OF CORPORAL RYAN A. Madam Speaker, I include with this state- Olympiad, been to math camp and played on BISHOP, UNITED STATES ARMY ment two recent articles from the local press a recreational softball team. regarding Suneil Iyer’s success: an article His career goals include becoming a pilot from the Kansas City Star that was published or marine biologist, or—not surprisingly—a HON. KAY GRANGER geographer. He won his first geography bee prior to the national bee, and an article from OF TEXAS today’s Olathe Daily News summarizing the when he was in fourth grade and began draw- ing animals at age three. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES results of that competition. ‘‘As a little guy, he was always interested [From The Kansas City Star, May 18, 2007] in animals, real or fictional,’’ his mother Thursday, May 24, 2007 said. THREE-PEAT NOT ON GEOGRAPHY WHIZ’S MAP: Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise INDIAN TRAIL STUDENT PLACED FOURTH IN Suneil’s father travels extensively and oc- NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC BEE LAST YEAR casionally the family accompanies him, as today to honor the courage of a brave and (By Martha Zirschky) they did on a ‘‘trip of a lifetime’’ to the Ga- dedicated hero of the State of Texas and of lapagos Islands. The best part, Suneil said, our Nation. Suneil Iyer has always loved animals, his was the islands’ animal inhabitants, such as Corporal Ryan A. Bishop was a United mother says. The Indian Trail eighth-grader the iguana and giant tortoise. is intrigued by the wildlife in Antartica and On Suneil’s dream itinerary? Egypt for the States Army soldier and a true American hero says he’d love to travel there. antiquities, he says, and Antarctica for the who gallantly and selflessly gave his life for A year ago, Suneil Iyer missed a question wildlife. his country on April 14, 2007 during combat on the ‘‘Somers Islands’’—aka Bermuda—at But first, there’s a trip to Washington D.C. operations in Baghdad, Iraq. the National Geographic Bee finals in Wash- Assigned to the tenth mountain division, ington, D.C. and was eliminated. [From the Olathe News, May 24, 2007] Many would find consolation in being the Ryan enlisted during time of war, which OLATHE BOY PLACES SECOND IN NATIONAL speaks volumes about his character and patri- youngest finalist and still finishing fourth GEOGRAPHY BEE on the national stage. But not Suneil, now a otism. (By Arley Hoskin) 12-year-old Indian Trail Junior High seventh- Moreover, he was a leader and mentor to grader who’s again qualified for next week’s Olathe residents do not have to travel far to find a geography whiz. younger soldiers and his posthumous pro- final round. motion to Corporal exemplifies this spirit. If he places in the top three and wins Indian Trail Junior High School seventh- scholarships worth $25,000, $15,000 or $10,000, grader Suneil Iyer demonstrated his talent Corporal Bishop is survived by his wife, he would be ineligible to return again in 2008. Wednesday with a second-place finish at the Melanie and his father, Charles Bishop both of That’s his goal. 2007 National Geography Bee. Tyler, Texas. ‘‘I want to win and get it over with,’’ he ‘‘We are so proud of him,’’ said Suneil’s mother, Linda Iyer. Suneil traveled to Wash- Our thoughts and prayers are with them and said. all of Ryan’s family and friends. Suneil qualified for the national bee by ington, D.C., with his parents, Linda and winning the Kansas National Geographic Bee Ram Iyer, and his ninth-grade brother, Our community and Nation honor Corporal for the second-straight year. Next Tuesday, Eswar, on Monday. The preliminary rounds Bishop’s memory and we are grateful for his he’ll be one of 55 fourth- to eighth-graders started Tuesday. faithful and distinguished service to America. The top 10 students competed in the final who advanced from an original field of 5 mil- round Wednesday. Suneil competed in the Corporal Bishop will not be forgotten. His lion contestants to compete in the national bee for the first time last year when he memory lives on through his family and the preliminaries. Tuesday’s top 10 winners will placed fourth. He said he wanted to do better move on to Wednesday’s finals with Alex legacy of selfless service that he so bravely this year and is happy with second place. Trebec, the Jeopardy host, serving as moder- imprinted on our hearts. ‘‘I wanted to get first, but I still thought ator. second was pretty good,’’ Suneil said. Suneil will join geography bee winners Suneil received a $15,000 college scholar- f from the 50 states, Washington D.C., Puerto ship for his finish. Rico, United States Territories and Depart- Suneil stumbled when judges asked him to INTRODUCTION OF H. RES. 444 ment of Defense Dependents schools. His trip name ‘‘a city that is divided by a river of the and that of his seventh-grade social studies same name that was the imperial capital of teacher, Jill King, are being paid for by Na- Vietnam for more than a century.’’ HON. BOB FILNER tional Geographic. ‘‘I just guessed,’’ Suneil said. OF CALIFORNIA Contestants can miss one question, Suneil Suneil did not guess the correct answer: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES said, and still stay in the running. Miss Hue. again and you’re eliminated. Suneil made it Caitlin Snaring, a 14-year-old home school Thursday, May 24, 2007 to question 95 last year before his second student from Washington, placed first and miss. received a $25,000 college scholarship. Third Mr. FILNER. Madam Speaker, I rise today The questions are both oral and written, place, and a $10,000 college scholarship, went to introduce a resolution (H. Res. 444) sup- and contestants have 12 seconds to answer, to Mark Arildsen, a 13-year-old Tennessee porting the goals and ideals of National Avia- Suneil said. Both physical and cultural geog- student. Linda Iyer said Suneil gained more tion Maintenance Technician Day. raphy are fair game. than geographical knowledge and college This resolution is intended to honor the in- His goal, of course, is the $25,000 college money during the competition. scholarship. Second or third would be an im- ‘‘The connections with the kids that he’s valuable contributions of Charles Edward Tay- provement over last year. The main thing, made have been really wonderful,’’ she said. lor, the father of aviation maintenance, and to he says, is to win and not have to return to ‘‘The kids here are all just really interested recognize the essential role of aviation mainte- the pressure mill of a national contest. in this geography thing. They were just hav- nance technicians in ensuring the safety and Suneil has a large support system of fam- ing a ball here.’’ After Tuesday’s rounds, the security of civil and military aircraft. ily, friends and school community. students gathered for a barbecue and games. ‘‘This is a nice cooperative community,’’ As you may know, Charles Edward Taylor, Suneil said he enjoyed the recreational ac- who built and maintained the engine that was his mother, Lila, said. ‘‘It is a great commu- tivities the bee planned for the students. nity in which to raise kids. ‘‘They were fun,’’ he said. used to power the Wright brothers’ first con- Suneil’s father, Ramakrishnan, is his main Ram Iyer said he thinks Suneil continues trolled flying machine, was born on May 24, tutor, but he’s also mentored by Eswar, an to show his peers in Olathe that geography is 1868. older brother. Although Suneil beat his fun. Forty-five U.S. States have already declared brother last year at the state bee to win the ‘‘His school was very excited that he was May 24 to be Aviation Maintenance Techni- trip to nationals, Eswar remains one of his going,’’ Ram Iyer said. ‘‘This has made a lot biggest fans. of other students think about if they want to cian Day within their jurisdictions. My resolu- At Indian Trail, students even help Suneil try the geography bee.’’ tion is intended to support these efforts, and by researching geography questions and put- Students age 10 to 14 can compete in the honor aviation maintenance technicians, in- ting them on cards for Suneil to study. national bee, but this will be 12–year-old cluding Charles Edward Taylor.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.001 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14425 CONGRATULATING GULF SHORES A TRIBUTE TO CENTRAL HIGH Gap and Bushkill. He taught at Notre Dame HIGH SCHOOL’S LADY DOLPHINS SCHOOL High School and ministered to the students at SOFTBALL TEAM ON WINNING East Stroudsburg University. Later, he served STATE CHAMPIONSHIP HON. ROBERT A. BRADY as chaplain to students at College Misericordia OF PENNSYLVANIA in Dallas, Pa. HON. JO BONNER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During his long campus ministry, he served OF ALABAMA in many local, State and national leadership Thursday, May 24, 2007 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES roles. He was the first president of the Penn- Thursday, May 24, 2007 Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam sylvania Campus Ministry Association and was Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the out- a founding member of the National Associa- Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, it is with standing achievements of the students of the tion of Diocesan Directors of Campus Ministry great pride and pleasure that I rise today to social science classes of Central High and the National Catholic Student Coalition. congratulate the Gulf Shores High School soft- School’s 266th graduating class. Under the He served as team member for the Frank J. ball team, the Lady Dolphins, on winning the leadership of teachers William Graham, Mi- Lewis Campus Ministry Training School and Class 5A softball championship. chael Horwits, Stanford Levy, Joseph Putro, also was a member of the Northeast Regional The Gulf Shores High School softball team Reginald Speir, and president Dr. Sheldon Ministry in Higher Education and the Associ- has reached the state playoffs for the past six Pavel, the students’ extensive research and ates for Religion and the Intellectual Life. years, coming in second in 2004 and 2006; dedication to political education deserves Prior to his current assignment, Monsignor however, this is their first state championship great recognition. Bendik also served at Our Lady of Snows in title. Clarks Summit, St. Benedict in Newton Town- The Lady Dolphins, led by Coach Karen As members of the social science class, ship and St. Mary of Czestochowa in the Collins, won four tight games over two days of students gained an understanding of the local Greenwood section of Scranton. tournament play before scoring a dramatic one political process through the in-depth study of Monsignor Bendik serves on the Board of run victory in the bottom of the seventh inning Philadelphia’s 2007 mayoral race. Their hard Trustees at College Misericordia, the Board of to win the state championship. work and dedication culminated in the Power Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join of Student Voices Mayoral Forum, which was Regents of the University of Scranton and the me in congratulating the Gulf Shores softball entirely student run and moderated. Attended Board of Trustees at St. Meinrad School of team on a great season and winning the state by the major mayoral candidates, the forum Theology. He has also served as a member of championship. This team deserves to be rec- provided the students with an opportunity to the Board of Pastors of Seton Catholic High ognized for this great accomplishment, and I raise their concerns and speak directly to the School and the Greater Pittston Ministerium. Monsignor Bendik also serves in many ca- extend my congratulations to each member of candidates themselves. The hard work nec- pacities on the diocesan level including the the team and coaching staff. essary for the event’s success further exempli- post of Dean of priests for northern Luzerne GULF SHORES HIGH SCHOOL SOFTBALL ROSTER fies the students’ commitment to excellence. County. Jennifer Adams, Whitney Bizjack, Brit- It is an honor to recognize a group of stu- tany Carroll, LaDaire French, Haley Haynie, dents who show such great dedication to the Madam Speaker, please join me in con- Haley Hopkins, Stephanie Ivie, Yvette Jones, political process. The commitment and out- gratulating Monsignor Bendik on his 40th anni- Aimee Livingston, Carolyn Manolakis, Tab- standing initiative of the students is to be versary as a Catholic priest. His selfless serv- itha Reno, Stefani Reynolds, Elizabeth praised, and their excellence deserves great ice and wise counsel to his many parishioners Safiran, Stephanie Stuckey, Lisa Ybarra, credit. I ask you and my other distinguished and students will be forever remembered and Head Coach—Karen Collins, and Assistant colleagues to join me in commending the stu- respected. Monsignor Bendik has truly en- Coach—Michael Jones. dents of the social science classes of Central riched the lives of so many as he has labored f High School for their exemplary contribution to to improve the quality of life throughout his PAYING TRIBUTE TO STAFF the Commonwealth. community. SERGEANT COBY G. SCHWAB f f CONGRATULATING MONSIGNOR HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVER- HON. JON C. PORTER JOHN J. BENDIK AS HE CELE- SARY OF THE FLINT COMMU- OF NEVADA BRATES THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY NITY SCHOOLS’ CITYWIDE TITLE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF HIS PRIESTHOOD I PARENT ADVISORY COUNCIL Thursday, May 24, 2007 Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI HON. DALE E. KILDEE to honor the life of SSG Coby G. Schwab, a OF PENNSYLVANIA OF MICHIGAN true American hero, who died on Thursday, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES May 3, 2007 of injuries sustained in support of Thursday, May 24, 2007 Thursday, May 24, 2007 Operation Iraqi Freedom. Staff Sergeant Schwab died of injuries sus- Mr. KANJORSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. KILDEE. Madam Speaker, today I would tained when an improvised explosive device today to ask you and my esteemed colleagues like to recognize the 40th anniversary of the detonated near his vehicle in Ar Ramadi, Iraq. in the House of Representatives to pay tribute Flint Community Schools’ Citywide Title I Par- He was assigned to the 321st Engineer Bat- to Monsignor John J. Bendik, pastor of the ent Advisory Council. The council will hold a talion, United States Army Reserve stationed parish community of St. Casimir, St. John the celebration on June 5 in my hometown of out of Hayden Lake, Idaho. Baptist, St. John the Evangelist and St. Jo- Flint, Michigan, in honor of this event. Staff Sergeant Schwab was a hero whose seph in Pittston, Luzerne County, Pennsyl- Dr. Edward Hansberry founded the Citywide desire to serve his country will forever make vania, who is celebrating his 40th anniversary Title I Parent Advisory Council in 1967. The an impact on his family, his community and in the priesthood. advisory council was born from the idea that his country. He joined the United States Army Over the years, Monsignor Bendik has dis- parents should be honored for the work they to serve his country in the Global War on Ter- tinguished himself as a priestly shepherd to do on behalf of their children. It has grown into ror. He will not only be remembered for his his many parishioners, and most especially, as a vehicle to teach parents and give them a sacrifice and willing service, but for the ex- a staunch advocate of education at all levels. voice in the education of their children. The traordinary person that he was. His warmth A son of the late John and Helen Sterbinsky advisory council allows for the parents to have and optimism brightened the lives of his family Bendik, Monsignor Bendik was born in Wilkes- positive interaction with teachers and social and friends. Barre and graduated from St. Meinrad Semi- workers. This builds bonds between parents Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor the nary in Indiana before his ordination on May and administrators and gives parents a mech- life SSG Coby G. Schwab. He acted heroically 27, 1967 by Most. Rev. J. Carroll McCormick, anism to provide feedback on the programs. and made the ultimate sacrifice for his country then bishop of the Scranton Diocese. David Solis, director of State, Federal and while fighting the War on Global Terror de- Monsignor Bendik served parishes in East local programs for the Flint Community fending democracy and freedom. Stroudsburg, Stroudsburg, Delaware Water Schools will host the celebration. Named the

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.001 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14426 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 ‘‘40th Parent of the Year Celebration—A Jour- the Naval Academy in 1970, and Captain to Kansas, he served in FBI assignments in ney of Joy, Challenge and Change’’ this cele- Peter A. Gumataotao, who graduated the Knoxville, Tennessee; Washington, DC; bration will highlight the dedication and suc- Academy in 1981, and who was the first Miami, Florida; West Palm Beach, Florida; cess of the students, parents and educators Chamorro selected as commanding officer of San Juan, Puerto Rico; San Antonio, Texas; benefiting from title 1. a Navy warship, the U.S.S. Decatur, which and McAllen, Texas. Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Rep- made a port visit to Guam during his com- During his lengthy service with the FBI, Di- resentatives to join me in congratulating the mand. Captain Gumataotao also is a product rector Welch was charged with supervising all Citywide Title I Parent Advisory Council for 40 of Father Duenas Memorial School, having FBI operations in Kansas. After his time with years of successfully involving parents in the graduated from the school in 1976. Jonathan’s the FBI, he began work as associate director title I program. brothers who are currently serving in the Air at the Kansas Law Enforcement Training Cen- f National Guard also are a source of inspira- ter. While at the training center he was pro- tion. moted to Director and provided leadership in GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW Jonathan entered the United States Naval this position for nearly 5 years before he ac- WORLD OF COCA-COLA Academy as a plebe in 2003 and worked hard cepted the appointment by Attorney General to become a naval officer. He was one of only Robert Stephan as director of the KBI. He was HON. JOHN LEWIS 36 midshipmen selected to attend the pres- reappointed KBI director by Attorney General OF GEORGIA tigious Nuclear Surface Warfare Officer Pro- Carla Stovall in 1995 and by Attorney General IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gram. Jonathan will report aboard the de- Phill Kline in 2003. Director Welch has been a strong advocate Thursday, May 24, 2007 stroyer, U.S.S. Curtis Wilbur, home-ported in Yokosuka, Japan. Upon completion of his first in the fight against methamphetamine and its Mr. LEWIS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, tour, he will report to Nuclear Power School in devastating impact on communities across today I would like to recognize an important South Carolina. Kansas. He recognized the significant harm event for the city of Atlanta—the upcoming Jonathan was raised on Guam, the young- and damage this poison inflicts on families grand opening of the New World of Coca-Cola est of eight children born to Ricardo Camacho and has made combating the manufacture and adjacent to Centennial Olympic Park in At- Duenas and the late Ruth Aguon Duenas of use of meth a priority of the KBI under his ad- lanta, Georgia. Tamuning. He was steeped in his Chamorro ministration. Seizures of meth labs have dras- Seventeen years ago in 1990, the World of culture and a strong sense of responsibility, tically decreased in our state during the past Coca-Cola opened its doors to the public and volunteering his time and effort in support of several years. This can only be attributed to has since delighted over 13 million visitors at Habitat for Humanity projects in the greater the effectiveness of law enforcement in Kan- its Underground Atlanta location. This new Washington, DC area. sas making the production of meth an ex- and expanded facility opening May 24 is twice Today we share the pride of the Duenas tremely risky business. The humble and re- the size of the current World of Coca-Cola. It family and the people of Guam in Ensign Jon- lentless man that Director Welch is, could be will be a much more interactive and dynamic athan Duenas’ achievements. As evidenced seen when he quickly responded to com- version of its predecessor. by his performance in school, Jonathan prom- pliments of the KBI’s many lab seizures by ex- The New World of Coca-Cola will house ex- ises to truly become the naval officer as hon- plaining that meth is still coming in from for- hibits that draw upon Coca-Cola’s history and orable as those who inspired him and those eign sources and that there was still much timeless values of optimism and refreshment. who preceded him. work to be done to protect Kansans from this It is a physical manifestation of the company’s f destructive drug. vision and values and commitment to the city I would be remiss if I did not include in a of Atlanta. It will introduce visitors to the Coca- THANKING KANSAS BUREAU OF tribute to this man, any mention of the care he Cola Company of the 21st century: a company INVESTIGATION DIRECTOR has shown to the law enforcement community that is committed to offering people more than LARRY WELCH in Kansas. His compassion is well known 400 ways to be refreshed and to having a throughout the state. He is consistently the meaningful impact in the communities in which HON. JERRY MORAN first to express sympathies, in person, to fami- it operates. OF KANSAS lies who have lost a loved one in the line of I would like to congratulate the Coca-Cola IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duty. Many in this field of work, whether in the Company on a premier destination for Georgia Thursday, May 24, 2007 city police, sheriff’s department, or Highway residents and visitors from around the world. Patrol, consider Larry Welch a friend and an f Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Madam Speaker, advisor. Kansas was once known for being part of the Director Welch has given back to his state RECOGNIZING JONATHAN THOMAS Wild West. Widespread lawlessness allowed and country for 46 years with much of his ca- AGUON DUENAS for cattle rustlers and wild cowboys in towns reer dedicated to making Kansas a safe and like Abilene and Dodge City. Our great state desirable place to live and visit. In the many HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO also has a history of lawmen known for set- important roles he filled in his life, he served OF GUAM tling issues with a personalized style of law out of a sense of duty. I join Larry Welch’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES enforcement. Sheriffs Wyatt Earp and Wild Bill many friends and admirers in thanking a great Hickok faced threats from individuals bent on Thursday, May 24, 2007 man for great service. destroying a peaceful way of life. The retiring f Ms. BORDALLO. Madam Speaker, I rise Director of the Kansas Bureau of Investigation today to congratulate and commend Mid- is part of this storied tradition of making Kan- HONORING OAKLAND COMMUNITY shipman Jonathan Thomas Aguon Duenas sas a state where families can pursue a way ORGANIZATIONS who will graduate from the United States of life envied by others. Today, Madam Naval Academy with a bachelor of science in Speaker, I rise to honor Larry Welch’s service HON. BARBARA LEE history and who will be commissioned as an as a leader and innovator in law enforcement. OF CALIFORNIA Ensign in the United States Navy on May 25, Director Welch and I share a similar aca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2007. demic background. We both received a bach- Jonathan is a graduate of Father Duenas elor’s degree and a law degree from the Uni- Thursday, May 24, 2007 Memorial School on Guam, where he acquired versity of Kansas. Director Welch though, Ms. LEE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to outstanding leadership qualities and a desire went on to serve his country in a noble profes- honor Oakland Community Organizations to strive for excellence. Jonathan credits two sion. Where did I go wrong, becoming a law- (OCO), a faith-based community organizing other Chamorro Naval Academy graduates for yer then a banker and then a politician? In network in Oakland, California. Today, OCO inspiring his decision to become an Academy- 1961, he was appointed as a special agent celebrates 30 years of advocacy and invalu- trained naval officer: Retired Navy Captain with the Federal Bureau of Investigation. For able service to the community. and former Guam Senator Eulogio ‘‘Eloy’’ 25 years, his tireless commitment to justice In 1972, OCO was established as an orga- Bermudes, was the first Chamorro graduate of led him around the country. Before returning nizing project of Fathers John Baumann, S.J.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.001 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD May 25, 2007 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 14427 and Jerry Helfrich S.J., the founders of the Pa- SAN MATEO COUNTY AND SAN TRIBUTE TO JENNIFER KNOPKE, cific Institute for Community Organization FRANCISCO COUNTY DISTIN- KANSAS OUTSTANDING JUNIOR (PICO) network. PICO is a national network GUISHED SCHOOLS MEMBER OF THE DAUGHTERS OF with faith-based organizations at work in over THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION 45 cities in 12 states across the United States, pursuing initiatives in areas such as HON. TOM LANTOS HON. DENNIS MOORE healthcare access, education reform and af- OF KANSAS OF CALIFORNIA fordable housing. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES From 1972–1977, Baumann and Helfrich fo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 24, 2007 cused on building neighborhood organizations Thursday, May 24, 2007 in West Oakland, San Antonio, Fruitvale, Cen- Mr. MOORE of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize an outstanding young tral East Oakland from 50th to 80th Streets, Mr. LANTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today and Elmhurst area. Neighborhood after neigh- community leader from my congressional dis- to proudly praise the educational system with- trict, Jennifer Knopke, who was named Kan- borhood worked on issues like junkyards, in my home state of California and, in par- stray dogs, prostitution, zoning, crime and va- sas Outstanding Junior Member of the Daugh- ticular, the schools in my congressional dis- cant housing. On May 14, 1977 over 1,000 ters of the American Revolution, and will be so people gathered at Merritt College to officially trict. In the face of what seems constant criti- recognized at the DAR’s August convention. Jennifer is a dedicated teacher of at-risk give birth to OCO, articulating the faith values cism of our school systems, there are actually students in the Shawnee Mission School Dis- that today are the foundation of OCO’s orga- many, many instances of excellence. trict, and is an active volunteer in American nizing principles. California’s State Superintendent of Edu- Cancer Society Relay for Life, as well as her For the next 8 years, OCO operated suc- cation Jack O’Connell recently announced a DAR volunteer activities. cessfully as a neighborhood based organiza- remarkable list of 76 middle schools and 95 To be considered for this award, young tion, bringing people together around local and high schools that will be designated as Cali- women must be between 18 and 35, and must citywide issues. During this period, OCO fornia Distinguished Schools through 2011. be active in furthering the ideals of ‘‘God, achieved major victories in areas such as af- San Mateo County Board of Education Super- Home, and Country’’ of the Daughters of the fordable housing, local hiring, and I the reha- American Revolution, as well as other commu- bilitation of once-vacant houses. intendent Jean Holbrook said that San Mateo County, much of which is within California’s nity service activities. State winners will com- In 1985, with the support of PICO, OCO 12th congressional district, is the 16th largest pete in the national contest. I know Jennifer began the transition from a neighborhood-or- will represent the Kansas DAR well. ganizing model to a congregation community- county in the state yet ranks fourth in receiv- The Outstanding Junior Member Contest based model. Using this method, OCO devel- ing distinguished school awards. I agree com- began in 1963 to honor young women active oped strong local organizations in seven con- pletely with her that this ‘‘says something in their chapter and community activities, and gregations. During the 1980’s OCO received about the great job that the educators of San to encourage young members to become in- national accolades in many areas, but in par- Mateo County are doing.’’ volved in DAR activities and programs. ticular for its groundbreaking work in partner- Nine San Mateo County middle and high Outstanding young leaders like Jennifer are ship with the City of Oakland to combat drug the backbone of every community. Madam schools were among the California schools se- use. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize Jen- lected as 2007 Distinguished Schools. This In the 1990s, OCO leaders turned their at- nifer for this well-deserved award. annual award recognizes these schools as tention on the root causes of poverty in Oak- f land and focused on developing sustainable among the state’s most exemplary public HONORING THE SCHOOL DISTRICT solutions for complex problems. During that schools. OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, FLOR- time, OCO organized thousands of people for Madam Speaker, I am extremely proud of IDA major citywide action that resulted in the cre- the work done by the educators in California. ation of Aviation High School, a pilot school- The nine distinguished schools from San HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS to-work transition program; the Hope Cam- Mateo County include Ralston Middle School paign, which created smaller kindergarten OF FLORIDA in Belmont, Crocker-Middle School in class sizes; and the opening of a grocery IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES store in West Oakland. Hillsborough, La Entrada Middle School in Thursday, May 24, 2007 Menlo Park, Corte Madera Elementary School OCO has continued this proud tradition of Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, in Portola Valley, Aragon High School in San advocacy and innovation through the present I rise today in praise of the School District of day. Over the past several years, OCO has Mateo, Carlmont High School in Belmont, Palm Beach County, Florida, home to three again charted new territory in several areas Menlo-Atherton High School in Atherton and high schools ranked among the best in the na- through initiatives such as the Restructuring of Sequoia High School in Redwood City. tion by Newsweek magazine. Superintendent two Oakland High Schools, Castlemont High I would like to add praise for two schools in of Schools, Dr. Arthur Johnson, is doing an School and Fremont High School, into sepa- San Francisco, also partly within my home dis- outstanding job, for which we are all very rate but interconnected schools within their re- trict. Gateway High School and KIPP San grateful. The School District of Palm Beach spective schools. Furthermore, OCO con- Francisco Bay Academy Middle School were County currently includes 166 public schools tinues its extraordinary advocacy work in the and over 170,000 students. The efficient oper- likewise selected as Distinguished Schools for areas of healthcare access, immigrants’ rights ation of so many institutions of learning is a 2007. and affordable housing. considerable undertaking, and Dr. Johnson, On May 11, 2007, OCO will celebrate its To be designated a Distinguished School re- his administrators and the faculties of the var- 30th anniversary in Oakland, California. I quires a comprehensive review and evalua- ious schools deserve great praise for their would like to mark this occasion by com- tion. Of California’s 2,400 middle and high hard work and huge success. mending the organization for the exceptional schools, approximately 478 schools were eligi- I want to offer particular praise for Suncoast service it has provided to the community not ble for consideration. Ultimately, 279 schools High School, rated fifth best high school in only in its capacity as an institution of faith submitted the formal application for consider- America by Newsweek and Dreyfoos School and worship, but also as a leader in working of the Arts, also in the top 20, both of which ation. And finally, 76 schools were selected for to provide services and advocacy to the peo- are in my district. Suncoast, an international ple of Oakland. By remaining committed to the the list. studies magnet school, has been recognized areas of leadership and service throughout its Madam Speaker, it is my great pleasure to before for the high quality of its programs. Ad- 30 years of community organizing and action, share with my colleagues this information and ditionally, at least five Suncoast teachers have OCO has contributed enormously not only to ask them to join me in recognizing the suc- been singled out for excellence, and both the Oakland community, but also to our State, cess of these fine California schools. schools have seen many awards go to their our country and our world. students.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 11:20 May 21, 2010 Jkt 059102 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0689 Sfmt 9920 E:\BR07\E25MY7.001 E25MY7 WReier-Aviles on DSKGBLS3C1PROD with BOUND RECORD 14428 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS, Vol. 153, Pt. 10 May 25, 2007 On this occasion, I also want to recognize that public safety is protected, transportation spect the construction of State highways; only Jessica Su, a junior at Suncoast High School, funds are not wasted and projects are deliv- 20 percent found private firms acceptable for one of 81 students in America to receive the ered in a timely manner. the task. David M. Walker, the Comptroller 2006–07 Siemens Award for Advanced Place- On transportation projects, the construction General of the United States, said in a recent ment. This prestigious distinction is given to inspector is the eyes, ears and voice of the interview: ‘‘There’s something civil servants students who demonstrate the highest pro- public. Inspectors ensure that construction and have that the private sector doesn’t, and that ficiency in mathematics and science. Ms. Su is seismic standards are met, that projects meet is the duty of loyalty to the greater good—the one of only seven juniors to win this award. A safety requirements and that the materials duty of loyalty to the collective best interest of brilliant young lady, her remarkable accom- used will stand the test of time. In short, in- all rather than the interest of a few. Compa- plishment can be credited in part to the edu- spectors are there to ensure that the motoring nies have duties of loyalty to their share- cation she is getting at Suncoast. public gets what they pay for and public safety holders, not to the country.’’ I am delighted to be able to stand here and the public interest are protected. today praising these fine accomplishments, When the construction inspection function is f and it is with great pride that I congratulate outsourced to a private company, there is no both schools, their administrators, faculty and longer a representative of the public on the job HONORING THE TOWN OF SARA- students and Dr. Johnson for the fine work site. In this circumstance, one private com- LAND, ALABAMA, ON THE OCCA- they are all doing. pany is charged with the task of inspecting the SION OF ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY f work of another private company. This creates multiple conflicts for the private inspector. IN HONOR OF SPECIALIST LANCE First, the private inspectors’ primary obligation HON. JO BONNER C. SPRINGER, U.S. ARMY and responsibility is not to the public, but to OF ALABAMA the success and profitability of his company. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Because the private construction company HON. KAY GRANGER Thursday, May 24, 2007 OF TEXAS whose work they are inspecting on one project IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES may be a business partner on a future project, Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, today I rise private inspectors may also feel pressure from to honor the town of Saraland, Alabama, on Thursday, May 24, 2007 the private contractor to take steps that ensure the occasion of the 50th anniversary of its Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, I Rise today larger profits for both firms. I am concerned founding. to honor the courage of a brave and dedicated that these conflicts have led private inspectors Saraland was founded in 1957. Don Diago hero of the Fort Worth community and of our to cut corners and overlook problems that Alvarez first acquired the land through a Span- Nation. threaten public safety, increase costs and ish land grant. His descendants later named Specialist Lance C. Springer II was a United delay projects. the community Alvarez Station. In the 1800s, States Army soldier and a true american hero There are many examples in which public land squatters relocated to the area and who gallantly and selflessly gave his life for safety has been threatened by the use of pri- began purchasing property. The Cleveland his country on March 23, 2007, during combat vate inspectors, including Boston’s ‘‘Big Dig’’ family moved to the area and renamed the operations in Baghdad, Iraq. (where a concrete slab from a tunnel ceiling town Cleveland Station. However, the name Lance—or Craig as his family and friends fell and killed a woman), the L.A. Redline sub- by which we now know this historic town was called him, enlisted during time of war, which way (Hollywood Blvd. collapsed), the 8–805 given by the retired minister, C.J. Dewitt, who speaks volumes about his character and patri- Interchange in San Diego (10,000 defective reportedly named it after his beloved wife, otism. welds on a seismic retrofit), the Connecticut I– Sara. Assigned to the 25th Infantry Division, 84 project (hundreds of drains that lead no- The industrial and population boom in Craig’s service as a field medic, placing the where). neighboring Mobile brought the northward ex- well-being of others ahead of his own, exem- Contracting out public inspection work also pansion into Saraland during the 1940s and plifies the type of selfless and caring man that does not save money. Defective work requires 50s. When Saraland was incorporated in he was. extensive repairs, and inevitably, the taxpayer 1957, it had a reported 125 residents. The Our thoughts and prayers are with Craig’s gets stuck with the bill. Comparative studies 1960s U.S. Census reported a growing town parents and all of his family and friends. have also found that contracting-out engineer- at nearly 5,000. By 1980, that number had Our community and Nation honor Specialist ing, design, and inspection costs more than to risen to nearly 10,000, and today, Saraland is Springer’s memory and we are grateful for his do this work in-house, and none of these stud- home to over 12,000 residents with the prom- faithful and distinguished service to America. ies found that consultant engineers were less ise of continued growth. Specialist Craig Springer will not be forgot- expensive. Factors that contribute to consult- Many prominent businesses have a pres- ten. His memory lives on through his family ants’ excessive costs include the lack of com- ence in Saraland including Marshall Biscuits, and the legacy of selfless service that he so petitive bidding, cost-plus provisions in con- Mitchell Container, G. A. West & Co., and J&J bravely imprinted on our hearts. tracts, salary differentials between the private Furniture. Saraland is also home to the Uni- f and public sectors, profit margins of from 10 percent to 15 percent, and additional costs versity of Mobile. Set in the woods, the univer- INTRODUCTION OF ‘‘THE SAFETY, connected with selecting and supervising con- sity’s 1,500 students distinguish themselves EFFICIENCY AND ACCOUNT- sultants. through academics and a strong religious tra- ABILITY ON TRANSPORTATION Failure to have public construction inspec- dition. PROJECTS THROUGH PUBLIC IN- tors has also delayed projects in the past and Madam Speaker, the residents of Saraland, SPECTION ACT OF 2007’’ will undoubtedly do so in the future. One such Alabama, have firmly rooted themselves in example is the privately inspected $12 million their proud history, but they also keep an opti- HON. BOB FILNER carpool bridge connecting the San Diego (405) mistic and careful eye on the road ahead. The OF CALIFORNIA and the Costa Mesa (55) Freeways. The vision shown by their leaders over the past 50 years has led to the creation of a stable com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES project was to have been completed in April 2003. However, work was halted in August munity, one of the anchors for all of Mobile Thursday, May 24, 2007 2002 when chunks of concrete were falling County. I have no doubt that the consistent Mr. FILNER. Madam Speaker, I rise today from the structure and many cracks were no- leadership and inspired vision of today’s resi- to introduce the Safety, Efficiency and Ac- ticed. Contractor and private inspector errors dents will lead to even greater successes in countability in Transportation Projects through were later discovered and the carpool ramp the coming years. Public Inspection Act of 2007 (H.R. 2485). did not open until January 2005. It is my hope the town of Saraland con- This bill would require public employees to The public and the Federal Government un- tinues its story of success for another 50 perform the inspection and related essential derstand what’s at stake. In a 2006 California years, and it is my distinct pleasure to rep- public functions on all state and local transpor- public opinion poll, 71 percent of those sur- resent this fine community in the United States tation projects. My bill is intended to ensure veyed said they want State engineers to in- House of Representatives.

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Madam Speaker, I rise today I urge all Members of Congress to watch to honor the City of Yerington Centennial this documentary if they have not had the op- Mr. MOORE of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I Celebration. portunity to do so. The son of the first Ambas- rise today to pay tribute to Keil Hileman of Yerington is truly a unique city that is rich in sador of the Republic of Turkey to the United DeSoto, KS, who in April was awarded the na- history. Situated along the banks of the Walk- States, Ertegun, through music and entertain- tional Daughters of the American Revolution er River, the green fields and tree lined high- ment, was instrumental in breaking down the [DAR] Outstanding Teacher of American His- ways of Mason Valley are surrounded by pic- racial barriers that so divided our country dur- tory award. This award honors notable, full- time teachers of American history and related turesque mountains full of history such as ing the years of Jim Crow laws and segrega- fields, such as social studies, government, and ghost towns and mining camps. On March 14, tion. In the 1940s at a time when Washington citizenship education. The teacher must have 1907, Governor John Sparks signed into law a was segregated, he frequented African-Amer- the ability to foster the spirit of American patri- bill that incorporated Yerington as a city. The ican nightclubs and realized that ‘‘all popular otism and loyal support of the United States origins of Yerington can be traced back to the music stems from black music, be it jazz or and constitutional government and dem- 1850s when N.H.A. ‘‘Hock’’ Mason settled in rock n’ roll or rap.’’ Ertegun is often credited onstrate the ability to relate the subject to the valley that now bears his name and in for coining the phrase, ‘‘jazz is America’s modern life and events. music.’’ 1871, the Mason Valley Post Office was es- Sponsored by the Prairie Rose Chapter of At every turn, Ertegun and his brother, tablished in the town near the Walker River. the DAR, which is located in Overland Park, Nesuhi, challenged the prevailing racial big- The town was referred to by many as KS, in the Third Congressional District, Mr. otry, stereotypes and discrimination. Despite ‘‘Pizen Switch,’’ which folklore traces to the in- Hileman was top winner in the state of Kansas being initially denied by the National Press ferior grade of whiskey sold in a local saloon and then selected for the national tribute from Club and the segregation policies of the day, that was constructed of willow branches, and state winners from across the Nation and in 1879, the town was rechristened ‘‘Green- they organized the first integrated jazz concert overseas. On June 30, 2007, Mr. Hileman will field.’’ In 1880, Henry Marvin Yerington, the before a white and black audience in Wash- receive his award at DAR Continental Con- General Superintendent of the Virginia and ington, DC at the Jewish Community Center in gress in Washington, D.C.’s Constitution Hall. Truckee Railroad, founded the Carson and the 1940s. They even brought hostility to Mr. Hileman, who teaches at Monticello Colorado Railroad that soon extended through themselves in hosting the now famous inte- Trails Middle School in Shawnee, Kansas, Dayton, Fort Churchill, Wabuska in Northern grated jazz sessions at their home of the Turk- says his passion is to make history a part of Mason Valley. By 1894, the residents officially ish embassy residence, again, challenging the the students’ quality world. His success cen- changed the names of the town and its post practice of segregation. While not directly fol- ters on his ‘‘classroom museum,’’ filled with a office to Yerington, in an unsuccessful effort to lowing in his father’s footsteps with a diplo- potpourri of 20,000 artifacts he uses to teach flatter Henry Yerington so that he would ex- matic career, he practiced a true diplomacy in events in American history. He began his mu- tend his rail line south through the town bringing people together. seum by bringing heirlooms from his own col- named after him. In 1911, the county seat of Ertegun’s love of American black music led lection to his class, and it has grown to thou- Lyon County was moved from Dayton to the him to found Atlantic Records in 1947. For sands of items from contributions by families thriving and growing City of Yerington. nearly five decades, Ertegun wrote and pro- of students and community members. The his- Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor the duced music, defined careers and changed torical artifacts, ranging from the ordinary but Centennial Celebrations of the City of the lives of household names such as Ruth old to the extraordinary and rare, are all avail- Yerington. The City of Yerington truly has a Brown, Big Joe Turner, Aretha Franklin, Ro- able for close examination by the students. colorful and rich history that deserves recogni- berta Flack, and others and brought African Among his many honors, Mr. Hileman was: tion and I commend the efforts of Mayor American music and soul into the American the 2004 Kansas Teacher of the Year; the first Douglas Homestead, and City Council mem- mainstream. Kansan to win the Horace Mann-National Edu- bers Bill Vicencio, Rita Evasovic, Richard It was a young Turk who prominently recog- cation Association Foundation Award for Faber and George Dini in facilitating this Cen- nized, promoted and honored the contributions Teaching Excellence, in 2004; and was one of tennial Celebration. of black America in the entertainment and re- four finalists for The National Teacher of the f cording industries. In a February 2005 inter- Year award. He has taught at the middle view in Slate Magazine, Ertegun was asked school level for 14 years in the DeSoto Unified HONORING AHMET ERTEGUN what he considered to be his legacy. His an- School District, where his courseload includes swer: ‘‘I’d be happy if people said that I did a an elective class using his artifacts collection HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS little bit to raise the dignity and recognition of called ‘‘Museum Connections.’’ Additionally, he OF FLORIDA the greatness of African-American music.’’ teaches a hands-on archaeology course at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ertegun also became a trustee of several Johnson County Community College, a class- charitable organizations, including the Rhythm room museum course for teachers at Thursday, May 24, 2007 & Blues Foundation, which sought to ensure MidAmerica Nazarene University and a grad- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, that singers and artists received their share of uate/undergraduate, artifact-supported history I rise to pay tribute to a man who, without ex- royalties that they had for so long been de- class at the University of Missouri-Kansas aggeration, was called ‘‘the greatest record nied. As mentioned earlier, he was a contrib- City. man of all time’’ and who with great character uting founder of the Rock and Roll Hall of Keil Hileman’s classroom credo is: ‘‘explore and spirit made indelible contributions to the Fame and Museum, whose main exhibition your world, empower yourself and those worldwide promotion of African-American hall now bears his name. around you, excel in everything you do!’’ I am music and American popular culture while also Ahmet Ertegun’s leadership is reflected in proud to represent this outstanding educator standing for racial equality and social justice. the inspirational careers of other Turkish and caring individual in the United States Con- Unfortunately, we lost Ahmet Ertegun, the Americans who continue the legacy of contrib- gress. I join with the Prairie Rose Chapter of founder of Atlantic Records and the Rock and uting to what makes America great. I hope the Daughters of the American Revolution in Roll Hall of Fame, in 2006. His legacy will live that my colleagues, this great institution and commending Mr. Hileman for this truly well-de- on in the music he promoted, and the leg- the American people will join me in paying served honor and I hope that his dedication to endary careers—from Ray Charles to the Roll- tribute to the life and accomplishments of a educating young people serves as an inspira- ing Stones—he helped create and develop great American icon and a proud and talented tion for others to enter the teaching profes- over 60 years. Turk. sion.

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Madam Speaker, I rise OF NEVADA Armed Forces who have fallen in the line of today to honor the courage of a brave and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duty, protecting our country and serving this dedicated hero of the Fort Worth community Thursday, May 24, 2007 nation honorably. On Monday, I will have the and of our Nation. high honor of speaking at Golden Gate Na- MSgt Kenneth N. Mack was a proud United Mr. PORTER. Madam Speaker, I rise today tional Cemetery where I will look out across States Marine and a true American hero who to honor Richard T. Jones, a veteran of World the many rows of snow white headstones at gallantly gave his life for his country on May War II, for his exemplary service in defense of the generations of brave men and women lost 5, 2007, during combat operations in Al Anbar freedom and award him with the Jubilee of in service to our country. Province, Iraq. Liberty Medal. Assigned to the Second Marine Expedi- On June 6, 1944 the United States and its Memorial Day is a somber day of reflection, tionary Force, Master Sergeant Mack’s 25 but it is also a day to celebrate the beliefs and allies embarked on the largest air, land, and years of faithful service as a Marine are an in- sea invasion ever undertaken. This massive ideals of America; not only do we remember spiration to all Americans, particularly the men those who embodied these ideals, but we effort included 5,000 ships, 10,000 airplanes, he so ably led. and over 150,000 American, British, Canadian, must celebrate their lives and their willingness Kenneth Mack leaves behind his wife, to sacrifice so that we might be here today. Free French, and Polish Troops. During the Peggy, mother, Mahalia, and his daughter and 50th anniversary of this historic event, the On Memorial Day sixty-five years ago, the son. French Government awarded the Jubilee of future Chief Justice of the Supreme Court, Our community and Nation honor Kenneth Liberty Medal to American servicemen for their Earl Warren, stood near the site that I will Mack’s memory and we are grateful for his participation in the Battle of Normandy. stand inaugurating this important memorial. faithful and distinguished service to America. Richard enlisted in the United States Navy These 161 acres are hallowed grounds that MSgt Kenneth N. Mack will never be forgot- in 1944. He was 17 years old when he served must be treated with the highest respect. For ten. His memory lives on through his family, in the D–Day invasion as Seaman First Class. those of us who live and work in the Bay the Marines who were entrusted to his care In the early morning of June 6, 1944, his LST Area, a drive down the 280 is a constant re- and the legacy of selfless service that he so 357 landed at Omaha Beach, unloading am- minder of how many of our family members, bravely imprinted on our hearts. phibious Ducks and small boats loaded with friends, and neighbors have had to sacrifice f infantry soldiers. His LST was under fire from their lives for our freedom. CONGRATULATING ST. PAUL’S German 88 mm guns, air fire and torpedoes in Madam Speaker, the President bestows, in EPISCOPAL SCHOOL GIRLS’ GOLF a bloody battle. The LST that Richard was as- the name of Congress, the highest honor a TEAM ON WINNING THE 2007 signed to also served as a medical transport member of the Army, Navy, Marines, Air Force STATE CHAMPIONSHIP to return the wounded back to England. or Coast Guard can receive for valiant actions Among Richard’s medals are the American in the line of duty. Fifteen people at Golden HON. JO BONNER Theatre Victory Medal World War II, European Gate National Cemetery have received the African Middle Eastern Medal with 1 Star and OF ALABAMA Medal of Honor and are interred with over Letter of Commendation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 130,000 other courageous men and women of Madam Speaker, I am proud to honor Rich- the Armed Forces. Thursday, May 24, 2007 ard T. Jones for his heroic service in the California has borne a large share of the Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, it is with United States Military. His dedication to this burden that the Armed Forces have under- great pride and pleasure that I rise to honor country in the theater of war is truly exem- taken. Over two million veterans live in Cali- the St. Paul’s Episcopal School girls’ golf team plary. I commend the sacrifices he has made fornia and we have lost almost four hundred on winning the 2007 state championship. to protect our freedoms and I am pleased to men and women in Afghanistan and Iraq. In 1947, William S. Mann founded St. Paul’s have the opportunity to recognize his service. Right now there are over 20,000 Californians Episcopal School in Mobile, Alabama. St. I applaud Richard T. Jones for his successes in these war zones, so on behalf of these Paul’s began with a class of twenty kinder- and I wish him the best in his future endeav- brave soldiers I am committed to the view that gartners, and has grown to currently enroll ors. Congress’ first order of business must be to 1,613 students, making St. Paul’s the largest f Episcopal school in North America. ensure that those who are in the line of fire HONORING JAMES J. KELLY are the most prepared and well-equipped. It is Coach Beverly Davis led the varsity girls’ my solemn oath that none of the men and golf team to their first state championship at women in harm’s way should lie here before the Robert Trent Jones Grand National HON. BARBARA LEE it is their time. Course in Opelika. This most recent honor OF CALIFORNIA brings the number of state championships won IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker, I will go to the podium by St. Paul’s teams to eight this year. The Thursday, May 24, 2007 with mixed feelings; it is a high honor to be team placed fourth last year and second two able to go to Golden Gate National Cemetery years ago. Like Coach Davis, I am so proud Ms. LEE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to on Memorial Day and share my thoughts with of her players, and I know they worked hard honor the extraordinary life and career of many veterans from around the Bay Area. It is for this great honor. James J. Kelly, Ph.D., ACSW, LCSW. Dr. impossible to express how important the sac- The Lady Saints proved they are champions Kelly is the Provost and Executive Vice Presi- rifices made by these men and women are to in their victory at the Robert Trent Jones dent of Menlo College in Atherton, California. this country. One thing is certain: America Grand National Course in Opelika. I congratu- He recenntly retired from the California State would not be the great country it is without late the Lady Saints: sophomore Virginia University system, having been a professor them. Bedwell, sophomore Vivian Dudley, sopho- and Associate Vice President within the Divi- This Memorial Day I invite my colleagues to more Marissa Gacek, and freshman Laura sion of Continuing and International Education join me in paying tribute to all members of the Dudley. for California State University, East Bay, Armed Forces, especially those who have paid Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join CSUEB as well as former Interim Provost. the ultimate sacrifice for their country. me in congratulating the St. Paul’s girls’ golf Today Dr. Kelly celebrates his retirement from

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Raoul Wallenberg, who during the Second erans Administration; a Ph.D. from Brandeis OF MICHIGAN World War single-handedly saved tens of University; an M.S.S.W. from the University of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thousand of Jews in Budapest from Nazi ex- Tennessee; and a B.S. from Edinboro Univer- Thursday, May 24, 2007 termination camps. sity of Pennsylvania. Prior to working at The United States has enjoyed a strong re- CSUEB, Dr. Kelly was a professor and the Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday lationship with Sweden since the 17th century Dean of Health and Human Services at Cal and Wednesday of this week, I was pleased to when Swedish migrants settled on the banks support legislation to crack down on gas price State Los Angeles, (CSULA), and a professor of the Delaware River. Under Ambassador gouging and OPEC state-controlled entities Lund’s leadership, the Swedish Embassy has and the Director of the Department of Social that conspire to limit the supply or fix the price Work at Cal State Long Beach. While at been an active participant in the political and of oil. cultural life of Washington, DC., and engaged CSULA, he headed a coalition that brought in Nationwide, families are paying $3.22 a gal- in many community activities. $96 million to CSULA for a collaborative lon on average for regular gasoline—more Madam Speaker, the remarks of Ambas- criminalistics laboratory for use by the Los An- than double the cost when President Bush sador Lund provided an extraordinary edu- geles Police Department, Los Angeles Sher- took office, up 89 cents from the beginning of cational briefing for those who attended this iff’s Department and CSULA. the year. Last year, families paid $1,000 more on average for gasoline than in 2001. As we event of the Human Rights Caucus. Ambas- At CSUEB, Dr. Kelly was responsible for approach Memorial Day and the summer driv- sador Lund wove an intricate account of how eliminating an inherited $3.7 million estimated ing season, families in Michigan are paying an this young humanitarian at the request of the debt in the Division of Continuing and Inter- average of $3.47 for gasoline. American War Refugee Board went to Hun- national Education, and returning the division The high cost for families come as oil com- gary at one of the darkest times of mankind. to profitability. Also among his outstanding ac- panies continue to prosper. The six largest oil His heroic actions are a powerful message complishment at CBUEB was Dr. Kelly’s work companies announced $30 billion in profits for that one person, with the courage to care, can to establish and oversee the East Bay Small the first quarter of 2007. This is on top of the make a difference in the world. Business Development Center in Oakland $125 billion in record profits they made in Raoul Wallenberg’s legacy must not be for- California, which he initiated with a grant from 2006. gotten. For this reason, I particularly wel- comed his comments stressing the importance the U.S. Small Business Administration and in On Tuesday, the House approved H.R. of actively educating new generations on cooperation with San Jose State. Dr. Kelly 2264, a bill I introduced, to authorize the Jus- Wallenberg’s deeds for mankind. I must agree also established three free-standing training tice Department to take legal action against OPEC state-controlled entities that participate with my friend who describes Wallenberg’s and professional facilities: (1) the CSUEB in conspiracies to limit the supply, or fix the disappearance as ‘‘one of the saddest and Oakland Professional Development and Con- price, of oil. most frustrating unanswered questions in ference Center, (2) the CSULA Center for On Wednesday, the House approved The Swedish history’’. Indeed, this is one of the Child Welfare, and (3) the CSULB Child Wel- Federal Price Gouging Prevention Act, H.R. saddest episodes in world history. fare Training Center. 1252, which would give the Federal Trade Madam Speaker, Wallenberg’s sacrifice is a Both at CSULA and CSUEB, Dr. Kelly was Commission the authority to investigate and testament to his belief in every human being’s responsible for overseeing significant faculty punish companies that artificially inflate the right to live with dignity and still stands out as hiring, and his work was notable for the high price of gas. The bill sets criminal penalties for a shining light. Ambassador Lund brought the level of diversity, including women and minori- price gouging, and permits states to bring law- message to his young audience the most im- suits against wholesalers or retailers who en- portant lesson Wallenberg taught us: the world ties, he brought into both institutions. He was gage in such practices. depends on individual’s willingness to take on also a pioneer in the use of distance tech- In spite of record oil industry profits in the responsibility and I am proud to pass along nology, having spearheaded distance edu- face of crippling costs for American con- the message to all of my colleagues. cation programs from Cal State Long Beach to sumers, President Bush has threatened to Because Raoul Wallenberg’s heroism con- CSU Humboldt, Channel Islands, Bakersfield, veto both pieces of legislation. tinues to play a significant role in the U.S. and Chico. In addition to the legislation approved this Swedish relations, Madam Speaker, I ask that Dr. Kelly has been active for many years in week, the Democratic Congress has already the speech of my friend, Ambassador Lund, professional and community organizations, voted to roll back $14 billion dollars in tax- be placed in the RECORD, and I urge all of my payer subsidies for Big Oil companies and re- and has received numerous accolades for his colleagues to read it carefully. invest the money in clean, alternative fuels, re- work. He is the immediate past President of THE LEGACY OF RAOUL WALLENBERG: HERO OF newable energy and energy efficiency. Demo- THE HOLOCAUST the California Institute of Mental Health, and crats are also developing an Independence founding editorial board member of the Jour- [Delivered by H.E. Mr Gunnar Lund, Day package to boldly address energy inde- Ambassador of Sweden] nal of Women and Aging. He is also a former pendence and global warming by rapidly ex- First of all, I would like to express my ap- consultant to the United Nations. Dr. Kelly has panding the production of clean, alternative preciation and gratitude to you and your 38 publications, 109 presentations, and has fuels and increasing energy efficiency, which wife, Annette, and to the Congressional garnered $40 million in grants, contracts, en- will help protect our environment and bring Human Rights Caucus, for organizing this dowments, and gifts to his credit. In 1987, he down the cost of fuel for American consumers. annual briefing of the life and legacy of my country-man, Raoul Wallenberg. The initia- was named NASW National Social Worker of f tive is yet another proof of your untiring the Year. SWEDISH AMBASSADOR GUNNAR commitment to the improvement of human Dr. Kelly’s commitment to the students and LUND’S REMARKS ON THE LEG- rights conditions worldwide, well known faculty of the CSU System, as well as the ACY OF RAOUL WALLENBERG both in the United States and in Sweden, and beyond. community at large, has had a positive impact We sometimes take for granted that Raoul on countless lives. HON. TOM LANTOS Wallenberg will not and cannot be forgotten. On this very special day, I join the friends, OF CALIFORNIA But to keep his legacy alive, we need to ac- family and colleagues of Dr. Jim Kelly in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tively educate new generations on who he Thursday, May 24, 2007 was and what he did. This is such an oppor- thanking and saluting him for his profound tunity. In fact, it is hard to think of a better contributions to California’s 9th Congressional Mr. LANTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today way to remember Raoul Wallenberg than to District, our country and our world. to call my colleague’s attention to the candid, share a moment like this with somebody like

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