E2608 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 19, 2007 ‘‘Amazing Grace,’’ as she was nicknamed had been present, I would have voted as fol- and make a substantial and positive impact in by former Tampa Congressman Sam Gibbons, lows: the community. was born in North Dakota in 1908. She at- December 17, 2007: Rollcall vote 1163, on Mr. Bristow is a graduate of The Citadel tended the University of South Dakota and the motion to suspend the rules and agree to the with 31 years of experience working with com- University of Minnesota, where she graduated resolution—H. Res. 856, expressing heartfelt munity businesses. He now serves as vice with degrees in English and Secondary Edu- sympathy for the victims and families of the president and resident construction lender for cation. After graduation, Allen taught high shootings in Omaha, Nebraska, on Wednes- Security Federal Bank. In addition to his work school English and secondary education. day, December 5, 2007—I would have voted with local businesses, Mr. Bristow is a life-long She met her husband, John Allen at the ‘‘aye.’’ member of the Mount Hebron United Meth- University of Minnesota, and they married in Rollcall vote 1164, on motion to suspend odist Church where he has taught Sunday 1933. The couple moved to Gainesville, Flor- the rules and agree to the resolution—H. Res. school for 22 years. Over the last decade, he ida in 1948, where her husband was ap- 851, honoring local and state first responders, has served as Scoutmaster for Troop 331 of pointed President of the University of Florida, and the citizens of the Pacific Northwest in the Indian Waters Council of the Boy Scouts and from 1954 to 1955, Grace served as the facing the severe winter storm of December 2 of America. University of Florida’s interim First Lady. and 3, 2007—I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ For his years of public service, Mr. Bristow In 1957, John was named as the first presi- Rollcall vote 1165, on ordering the previous has received numerous honors and recogni- dent of a yet unnamed and newly established question—H. Res. 873, waiving a requirement tions including the Order of the Silver Cres- university in Tampa. Grace and her husband of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to con- cent from South Carolina Governor Mark San- moved to Tampa, where they would remain for sideration of certain resolutions reported from ford—the State’s highest honor given for vol- the rest of their lives. As classes weren’t the Committee on Rules—I would have voted unteer and community service. scheduled to start until 1960, the Allens them- ‘‘nay.’’ I am grateful for Mr. Bristow’s service to his selves, shaped what would later be known as Rollcall vote 1166, on agreeing to the reso- community. I want to recognize and thank his the University of South Florida. lution—H. Res. 873, waiving a requirement of wife Fran and their three sons—Jeremy, An- The summer before the University opened clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consid- drew, and Ryan—for their years of support, its doors, ‘‘Amazing Grace’’ invited all of eration of certain resolutions reported from the and wish them many more years of happi- USF’s wives and female staff members to her Committee on Rules—I would have voted ness. home. With this group of women, she estab- ‘‘nay.’’ f lished the USF Women’s Club, which remains Rollcall vote 1167, on agreeing to the reso- active on campus today as a social, cultural, lution—H. Con. Res. 271, providing for the INTRODUCTION OF H.R. 1413 and philanthropic organization. In 1994, the sine die adjournment of the first session of the USF Women’s Club endowed the Grace Allen 110th Congress—I would have voted ‘‘nay.’’ HON. NITA M. LOWEY Scholarship, and within the first ten years of Rollcall vote 1168, on ordering the previous OF NEW YORK being established, it awarded 119 full tuition question—H. Res. 878, providing for the con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES scholarships for excellence in academics, sideration of the Senate amendment to the bill Tuesday, December 18, 2007 leadership, and service. (H.R. 2764) making appropriations for the De- Another endowed fund of the USF Women’s partment of State, foreign operations, and re- Mrs. LOWEY. Madam Speaker, I rise in Club was given to the University in Mrs. Al- lated programs for the fiscal year ending Sep- strong support of H.R. 1413, which would cre- len’s name to provide funds to the university’s tember 30, 2008, and for other purposes—I ate a pilot program testing the effectiveness of library. would have voted ‘‘nay.’’ physically screening 100 percent of airport The Allens were one of the first families to Rollcall vote 1169, on agreeing to the reso- workers with access to secure and sterile live in the Tampa neighborhood of Carroll- lution—H. Res. 878, providing for the consid- areas at seven airports across the country. wood, where Grace also made her mark. She eration of the Senate amendment to the bill I want to thank Homeland Security Chair- started a tradition where residents set lumi- (H.R. 2764) making appropriations for the De- man BENNIE THOMPSON, Ranking Member naries outside of their homes on Christmas partment of State, foreign operations, and re- PETER KING, Representative GINNY BROWN- Eve. Pilots have been known to divert their lated programs for the fiscal year ending Sep- WAITE and the other members of the Home- planes over the neighborhood to see the lights tember 30, 2008, and for other purposes—I land Security Committee for their support of each year. would have voted ‘‘nay.’’ this legislation. I also want to thank Rosaline When John retired from the University in Rollcall vote 1170, on motion to suspend Cohen, Michael Stroud and Matt Washington 1970, the Board of Regents named USF’s ad- the rules and pass—H.R. 4286, to award a from the majority staff of the committee, Coley ministration building after John and Grace in congressional gold medal to Daw Aung San O’Brien and Jennifer Arangio from the minority recognition of their lasting contributions to the Suu Kyi in recognition of her courageous and staff, and Justin Wein from my staff. university community. In 1996, USF awarded unwavering commitment to peace, non- Meticulously screening passengers but giv- Grace the honorary degree of Doctorate of violence, human rights, and democracy in ing workers open access is like installing an Humane Letters. Burma—I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ expensive home security system but leaving Until her death on December 16, 2007 at f your back door wide open. the age of 99, Grace remained an active In 2001, Congress recognized that while we member of and advocate for the University of IN RECOGNITION OF JIMMY were investing significant resources in screen- South Florida’s community. She is remem- BRISTOW ing passengers and their baggage, we needed bered as a powerful spokesperson for aca- to close the backdoor of airports as well. demic excellence, and as a caring, spirited HON. JOE WILSON That’s why we passed the Aviation and Trans- woman by the countless friends, staff mem- OF SOUTH CAROLINA portation Security Act which required the bers and students whose lives she touched. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Transportation Security Agency to screen all The Tampa community honors the life of airport workers. Grace Allen for her outstanding contributions Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Yet, nearly six years after September 11th to the University of South Florida and the Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam and passage of legislation requiring the phys- Tampa Bay area. Her life serves as an inspi- Speaker, I wish to recognize James E. ical screening of all airport workers, astonish- ration and will continue to influence the lives ‘‘Jimmy’’ Bristow of West Columbia, South ingly TSA has failed to implement this basic of people in our community for years to come. Carolina for his many years of public service policy or set a deadline for doing so. f to the people of South Carolina and the coun- At Heathrow Airport, the busiest inter- PERSONAL EXPLANATION try, and congratulate him on a successful year national airport in the world, 100% of workers of leadership as President of Ruritan National. are screened, yet TSA refuses to acknowl- HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK Ruritan National is a national civic organiza- edge the national security benefits of following tion made up of 33,000 members with 1,178 the same procedures here at home. OF NORTH CAROLINA clubs in 25 States. Since its founding in 1928, We know there is criminal activity taking IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Raritan has built a strong reputation as one of place at some of our airports. Just this year Tuesday, December 18, 2007 our Nation’s leading community service orga- alone, there have been frightening security Mrs. MYRICK. Madam Speaker, I was un- nizations. Under the excellent leadership of breaches at Orlando International Airport, the able to participate in the following votes. If I Mr. Bristow, Ruritan has continued to grow arrest of a former airport worker as part of a

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As JV basketball coach, he society, including putting food on the tables of Phoenix, and the arrest of illegal immigrants led the St. Raymond’s Ravens to Catholic families throughout the entire country. working at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport with ex- High School All-City championships in 2003 Every year, the North Florida Fair Associa- pired and false security badges. and 2005. tion honors farm families in counties through- And if there is criminal activity, certainly we While at St. Raymond, Tony was diagnosed out North Florida that display leadership should be considering the possibility of ter- with multiple sclerosis, a disease that may through farming techniques and agricultural rorist activity taking place. We cannot wait for have crippled his body, but never his mind or production. The Farm Family of the Year the next security breach to occur for us to take spirit. Last summer, he served as best man at award conveys the importance of farm fami- action. his beloved brother Frank’s wedding in New lies’ contributions to some of society’s largest H.R. 1413 attempts to deal with the very York before moving to Florida for medical needs including food, clothing, and building real and serious threats that face commercial treatment. He returned to St. Ray’s to be hon- supplies. Recognition of their work, as con- aviation today. By passing this legislation and ored by faculty, alumni, and friends at a ben- veyed by this award, encourages others in the appropriating funds to implement it—which are efit dinner in mid-October. community to become involved and support included in the FY08 Homeland Security Ap- Madam Speaker, this is a difficult time for all local agriculture as well. propriations bill—we are acting on the rec- those who knew and loved Tony Iurilli. It is my Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United ommendations of the 9/11 Commission to pre- hope that they will be strengthened by the States Congress, I would like to offer my sin- vent and protect against any possible insider memory of his selflessness, his bright smile, cere commendation to a family that is a role threats. and his wonderful spirit. model for all of us. A deep sense of civic con- I know some in labor and industry favor the Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join tribution and values has been instilled in all of use of alternative methods and technologies, me in recognizing Tony’s all too brief, but the Kenneth Pridgen family. It is my hope that such as biometrics to increase security at our wonderful life of commitment and community this family tradition continues for many future airports. I am not opposed to biometric tech- service. generations. nology; however, those technologies do not f f exist for full implementation today in the avia- tion sector, and as we have seen with the RECOGNIZING TYLER EVAN AR- ACCOUNTABILITY AND TRANS- TWIC card, the delays could last years in roll- THUR FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK PARENCY IN MEDICARE MAR- ing out this measure across aviation. OF EAGLE SCOUT KETING ACT OF 2007 This legislation is not aimed at any specific group of workers, the vast majority of whom HON. SAM GRAVES HON. KATHY CASTOR are hard-working, law-abiding citizens. Instead OF MISSOURI OF FLORIDA it is a bipartisan approach to measure the fea- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sibility and effectiveness of closing this loop- Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Tuesday, December 18, 2007 hole in our airport security. I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 1413, Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly Ms. CASTOR. Madam Speaker, I am proud and I yield back the balance of my time. pause to recognize Tyler Evan Arthur, a very today to introduce the Accountability and f special young man who has exemplified the Transparency in Medicare Marketing Act of finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by 2007. This legislation will serve as a com- TRIBUTE TO ANTHONY IURILLI taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of panion bill to S. 1883, introduced in the Sen- America, and in earning the most prestigious ate by Mr. HERB KOHL. HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY award of Eagle Scout. With recent reports from the Government OF NEW YORK Tyler has been very active with his troop, Accountability Office addressing the failure of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES participating in many Scout activities. Over the CMS to audit Medicare Advantage providers many years Tyler has been involved with along with recent reports of marketing abuses Tuesday, December 18, 2007 Scouting, he has not only earned numerous and fraudulent practices aimed at seniors, this Mr. CROWLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise to merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- legislation is timely and imperative. pay tribute to the life and accomplishments of ily, peers, and community. We have heard reports that many Medicare Anthony Iurilli, who passed away on Sunday, Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join providers seek to mislead seniors for private November 25, 2007 at age 38 after a long bat- me in commending Tyler Arthur for his accom- financial gain. In fact, seniors are frequently tle with multiple sclerosis. plishments with the Boy Scouts of America confronted with such practices as cold calling, Mr. Iurilli, known as Tony, exemplified the and for his efforts put forth in achieving the misleading sales pitches to purchase unneces- ideals that many of us aspire to: commitment highest distinction of Eagle Scout. sary products, or being pushed to enroll in pri- to education, a love of community service, and f vate Medicare Advantage programs that are devotion to his family and friends. not within their best interests. Tony was blessed with extraordinary athletic RECOGNIZING THE WALTON COUN- WellCare Health Plans, which is talent. He was a 1986 graduate of St. Ray- TY 2007 OUTSTANDING FARM headquartered in my hometown of Tampa, mond High School for Boys in the Bronx, FAMILY OF THE YEAR was raided by the FBI in October for sus- where he lettered in both baseball and basket- pected fraudulent practices. WellCare is ball. In his senior year, he was named to the HON. JEFF MILLER among the largest national providers of Medi- All-City Baseball Team by three New York OF FLORIDA care and Medicaid managed care plans with metropolitan newspapers—Newsday, the NY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2.3 million members nationwide. Daily News and the NY Post, and he was Three quarters of states have reported com- awarded a New York Yankees Scholarship to Tuesday, December 18, 2007 plaints about inappropriate or confusing mar- Pace University. There, he was the starting Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, it keting practices which lead Medicare bene- shortstop on the baseball team for four years, is a great honor for me to rise today to extend ficiaries to enroll in private plans without ade- graduating in 1990 with a solid B average. congratulations to the Kenneth Pridgen family quately understanding the consequences of Tony’s priorities were faith, family, school, for being selected the Walton County 2007 their decision or that Medicare Advantage is and community. After college, he worked as Outstanding Farm Family of the Year. More optional. Director of Recreation for HIV/AIDS patients at than one generation of involvement in agri- Some seniors have lost access to their reg- Bronx Lebanon Hospital, and he taught Amer- culture has led this farm family to serve as a ular doctors after signing up for a private plan ican history, health, and physical education at model of stewardship to society through a vi- that their doctor does not accept. However, St. Helena’s elementary school in the Bronx. tally important industry. when sold the plan, the private company as- He then returned to his alma mater, St. Ray’s, The Pridgen family is more than deserving sured that this would not occur. to teach American history and health edu- of this year’s award. Kenneth’s father was Frighteningly, some providers have been ac- cation, and to foster the athletic abilities of stu- himself raised working in agriculture, and he cused of selling to seniors with dementia and dents who followed in his path. He coached passed on the significance of their industry to using scare tactics to force beneficiaries to en- the school’s varsity and junior varsity bowling his son, who in turn has involved his family in roll. Others have been offered cash incentives teams, and he served as the head junior var- this work. Kenneth and his family recognize for enrolling.

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