September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1981 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

THANKING FRANK MILASI FOR HIS HONORING MAJOR GENERAL STATEMENT ON JOSEPH SERVICE TO THE HOUSE THOMAS P. MAGUIRE, JR. MCCARTHY HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA HON. ROBERT W. NEY HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP OF CALIFORNIA OF NEW YORK OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, September 29, 2005 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, September 29, 2005 Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, the Thursday, September 29, 2005 House rejected legislation naming a post office Mr. BISHOP of New York. Mr. Speaker, I after longtime Berkeley Councilwoman Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of rise to honor and recognize a great American Maudelle Shirek. I cosponsored this legisla- his retirement in November 2005, we rise to patriot and good friend, retiring Major General tion, and I believe strongly that the Federal thank Mr. Frank Milasi for 28 years of distin- Thomas P. Maguire, for his extraordinary ac- Government should honor Maudelle Shirek for guished service to the United States House of complishments throughout a distinguished ca- her many civic contributions. Representatives. Frank has served this great reer. This vote became a news sensation. My institution as a valuable employee at House As GEN Maguire steps down as New York’s colleague, Rep. STEVE KING, told one news- Information Resources (HIR), in the Office of Adjutant General, I would like to take this op- paper that ‘‘if BARBARA LEE would read the his- the Chief Administrative Officer. portunity on behalf of New York and a grateful tory of Joe McCarthy, she would realize that Throughout his career with HIR, Frank has Nation to express our gratitude for his dili- he was a hero for America.’’ I could not disagree more, and I am held many positions of increasing responsi- gence and exceptional leadership through our State’s most trying times. alarmed that my colleague would exalt such a bility. He began his tenure with the United mean, vindictive, tyrant. States House of Representatives on August 1, GEN Maguire assumed command of New Senator McCarthy blindly accused his en- 1977 as a Senior Programmer. While serving York’s National Guard in August 2001, just emies of communism and homosexuality with- in HIR, Frank addressed long needed automa- one month before the terrorist attacks on the out any evidence or genuinely patriotic motive. tion and reporting issues in each area of ben- Pentagon and WorId Trade Center. Under his This corrupt bully exploited the fears of the efits administration, which enabled compliance command, the National Guard was thrust into American people to boost his own political ca- with all House reporting and auditing require- unprecedented responsibilities in contributing reer. ments. Due to his development of the com- to and strengthening our homeland security. Senator McCarthy’s only achievement was puter generated Revised Substitute Standard His leadership was a critical component of re- inspiring an anti-communist hysteria that ru- Form 2010 ‘‘Notice of Change in Health Bene- storing the safety and way of life for New ined the lives of thousands of innocent Ameri- fits Enrollment,’’ the U.S. House of Represent- Yorkers after September 11th. cans. atives became one of the first Federal Agen- It is for these reasons, and many others, As a Japanese American, I know the dev- cies to have this form approved for use. that General Maguire should be recognized as astating effects of mass fear and hysteria. During World War II, my family and thousands Frank displayed great passion for his work a patriot and a great man. Tom graduated from Holy Cross College in 1969, just as I of other Japanese American families were by personally dedicating himself to ensuring began my college career at the same school. forced into camps—deprived of their dignity, that the Financial Management System (FMS) He left with a Degree in History and as a dis- liberty, and property. met the needs of the U.S. House of Rep- tinguished graduate of the Air Force Reserve At a time like this, I am reminded of the resentatives’ payroll and Human Resources Officer Training Program. words of Special Counsel for the Army Joseph requirements. As a Senior Software Engineer, Welch, who in a 1954 hearing poignantly In 1970, he earned his wings, beginning a he applied his exceptional analytical and pro- asked of Senator McCarthy, ‘‘Have you no long and distinguished career that included gramming technical skills to the development, sense of decency, sir, at long last?’’ 250 combat flights during his tour of duty in design and implementation of many payroll f services provided to the House community. In- Vietnam. His military decorations included the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air Medal cluded in these services is the NFC Thrift Sav- THANKING MR. JOHN MANG FOR with nine oak leaf clusters. ings Plan (TSP). Frank’s work enabled the HIS SERVICE TO THE HOUSE House to be one of only three government Upon his return, GEN Maguire served as a agencies that provided this benefit on time flight instructor before joining the New York Air HON. ROBERT W. NEY and correctly. Frank’s expertise in FMS with National Guard’s 137th Tactical Air Support OF OHIO over 900,000 lines of code has resulted in Squadron in 1974. In the years that followed, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more than 3.5 million payroll payments. In ad- GEN Maguire excelled in various commands Thursday, September 29, 2005 and as a forward air controller, brigade liaison dition, as he prepared to retire, Frank played Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of officer, standardization officer, air operations a major role in the implementation of the new his retirement in September 2005, we rise to officer, Deputy Commander for Operations payroll and benefits system, HR Pay Links. thank Mr. John Mang for 30 years of out- and Vice Commander before assuming com- standing service to the U.S. House of Rep- His standard of excellence, dedication to mand of the 137th in 1994. He is also a vet- resentatives. passionate customer service, professionalism eran of Operation Desert Storm. and ability to get the job done earned him John began his career at the House on Under GEN Maguire’s command, New September 15, 1975, working as a Pro- three Distinguished Service Awards, the Chief York’s National Guard has not only performed grammer Analyst in House Information Sys- Administrative Officer’s highest honor. He is its military mission with excellence, but it has tems for the Committee on House Administra- admired by the people he led and appreciated also been an integral part of our state’s emer- tion. John was a key player in the develop- by those he served. May he always look back gency response force and contributed to many ment of the Financial Management System on his accomplishments with pride. international disaster relief missions. (FMS). In addition, John contributed to the Cli- On behalf of the entire House community, Mr. Speaker, on behalf of all New Yorkers, ent Support System, the Parking Office Per- we extend congratulations to Frank for many I thank and congratulate Major General mits System, the Lobby Act Support System, years of dedication and outstanding contribu- Maguire for his outstanding service and a the Office of Telecommunications Manage- tions to the United States House of Rep- highly distinguished career. We wish him and ment Information System, the House Record- resentatives. We wish Frank many wonderful his family continued success and a bright fu- ing Studio system, the Legislative Information years in fulfilling his retirement dreams. ture in the years ahead. Management System, and others.

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VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.001 E29SEPT1 E1982 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 As a Senior Software Engineer in the House ties to local businesses, including advertisers for the second year. We in the Mountain State Information Resources Information Manage- ranging from Lamplighter Wines in South- take pride in all our citizens. We are all thank- ment Directorate’s Applications Support ampton to Hildreth’s Department Store in the ful for the exemplary institutions that give indi- Branch, John made significant contributions as East End to Suffolk County National Bank. viduals an opportunity to showcase their tal- a team member in the implementation and en- The station hosts some 250 live remote broad- ents and I am very pleased that AARP has hancement of the Fixed Assets and Inventory casts each year from local stores, street fairs, recognized West Virginia’s role in what is the Management System (FAIMS). FAIMS is a antique auctions, car shows, and sporting best healthcare in the world. mission critical system used by the Chief Ad- events. It even broadcast live from the Cole ministrative Officer to collect, record and re- Brothers Circus, when it appeared in South- f port official financial information on fixed as- ampton and Greenport. sets, generate related payments, and report At most of these remote broadcasts, Paul THANKING LYDIA BROWN FOR on Accounts Payable, Purchasing and General works from the mobile control room, and one HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE Ledger activities. or two of the other D.J.’s host live on-the-air John has been a valuable, loyal, hard- interviews in the crowd. When not broad- working and customer-oriented employee, who casting from a remote location, Mr. Sidney HON. ROBERT W. NEY takes pride in consistently delivering quality and his staff work out of their modest studio products to customers. His great attention to on Redwood Road, by the waterfront of Sag OF OHIO detail and passion for his work have resulted Harbor Cove. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in special recognition for his work on FAIMS The station reflects Paul’s style by still em- and FMS. John has dedicated himself to en- bracing old-fashioned radio favorites. Listeners Thursday, September 29, 2005 suring that the needs of his customers in the also regularly receive a big dose of local Office of Finance, House Support Services, news, weather and information, like birth an- Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of the Sergeant at Arms, the Congressional nouncements, birthday and anniversary wish- her retirement in September 2005, we rise to Budget Office, the Office of the Clerk, and the es and reports of missing pets. Perhaps the thank Lydia R. Brown for 21 years of out- Committees are met. John’s adaptability, his spirit of his radio station was best summed up standing service to the United States House of extensive knowledge of software engineering, when Paul recently said, ‘‘If someone loses Representatives. and his excellent relationship with his cus- their puppy, we treat it as a big deal. . . This Lydia started in 1984 as an administrative tomers were invaluable to deploying and en- is radio the way it used to be, being with the assistant in the Office of Telecommunications hancing FAIMS. community, talking to them.’’ under the Clerk of the House. Her fearless ini- On behalf of the entire House community, Mr. Speaker, on behalf of all of his devoted tiative and hard work allowed her responsibil- we extend congratulations to John for his listeners on Long Island, it is with great pride ities to expand to include paying district tele- many years of dedication and outstanding that I recognize one of Long Island’s trade- phone bills. In 1997, Lydia transferred to the contributions to the House of Representatives. mark personalities and congratulate Paul Sid- House Information Resources division of the We wish John many wonderful years in ful- ney for winning this year’s Lifetime Achieve- Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. She filling his retirement dreams. ment Award. We look forward to hearing him became an inventory management specialist f on the radio well into the future and wish him for HIR, performing a wide range of duties that and his family well. HONORING PAUL SIDNEY included receiving equipment and supplies for f HIR, requesting furniture and repairs, assisting with payment processing, ordering and distrib- HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP HONORING THE EXCELLENCE OF uting water for five locations in the Ford Build- OF NEW YORK WEST VIRGINIA IN HOSPITALS ing, and inventorying equipment. Lydia main- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tained the property records for HIR meticu- Thursday, September 29, 2005 HON. NICK J. RAHALL, II lously, bar coding all new equipment and en- suring that old equipment was disposed of Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- OF WEST VIRGINIA properly. Lydia was an energetic worker for gratulate a good friend, neighbor and con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HIR who was willing to perform a variety of stituent, Mr. Paul Sidney, for his extraordinary Thursday, September 29, 2005 accomplishments, which are being celebrated tasks. and honored by winning this year’s Long Is- Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to In 2002, Lydia transferred to House Support land Lifetime Achievement Award. pay tribute to three West Virginia hospitals Services under the Office of the Chief Admin- Everyone on Long Island knows Paul Sid- that have been commemorated by the AARP, istrative Officer, working for the Vendor Man- ney is the man behind the music. He is the as being three of the Best Employers for agement division. Lydia’s assignments in- president, general manager and program di- Workers over the Age of 50. The well deserv- cluded the payment of purchase orders for rector of radio station WLNG, owned by the ing hospitals include St. Mary’s Hospital in equipment, supplies, and furniture for Mem- independent Main Street Broadcasting Com- Huntington, Cabell Huntington Hospital and bers, Committees, Officers, and Support of- pany and based in Sag Harbor in my district West Virginia University Hospitals in Morgan- fices of the House of Representatives. She on eastern Long Island. town. made the transition from HIR inventory spe- Paul Sidney’s broadcasts can be heard from The AARP is among the premier advocacy cialist to Vendor Management counselor swift- Mastic to Montauk. The signal even reaches groups for adults over 50. The award in ques- ly and successfully. Lydia’s energy, conscien- parts of Rhode Island and Connecticut. Lis- tion was quite competitive: the AARP received tiousness, and knowledge of the policies and teners tuning into 92.1 FM are almost always over 145 applicants from across the Nation. procedures enabled her to be an industrious certain to hear sounds that were the standards Only 50 winners were chosen, including the worker, providing passionate customer service when Paul was growing up in Brooklyn. three West Virginia hospitals. Criteria used for for the House community. During the October After graduating from NYU with a commu- selecting the winning employers included em- 2001 anthrax incident, as Members and staff nications degree, Paul launched his career ployee development opportunities, health ben- were relocated to an off-site location, Lydia playing oldies for WLIS-FM in Old Saybrook, efits for employees and retirees, age of em- worked tirelessly to coordinate and ensure de- Connecticut. While the radio industry nation- ployer’s workforce, alternative work arrange- livery of equipment and supplies to House of- wide and locally has witnessed considerable ments, and retirement benefits. Nineteen per- fices at the alternate location. Lydia has change in that time, WLNG established its sig- cent of West Virginians age 65 and older are worked since she was 14 years old; she nature style long ago with Paul leading the still in the work force. served her country in the Army reserves, and way and building a loyal, ever-growing fan These institutions have a proven track she also obtained degrees in Accounting and base on Long Island that continues to feed off record, of accomplishment. Over the years Business Administration. In her long career, his charisma and his familiar, swift-talking they have proven their commitment to both Lydia has frequently gone above and beyond voice. their patients and employees alike. St. Mary’s the call of duty. Today we commend her dedi- Paul and WLNG have been in business for received the award for the third year and West cation, initiative, and hard work, and wish her 41 years. He has worked tirelessly to solidify Virginia University Hospitals were recognized many happy years of retirement.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.004 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1983 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE APPRO- women get to court or effective outreach pro- I am proud to sponsor the Corporate Patriot PRIATIONS AUTHORIZATION ACT, grams in remote communities. Enforcement Act, and I would urge all my col- FISCAL YEARS 2006 THROUGH VAWA 2005 also addresses the unique leagues to join me in supporting this important 2009 challenges faced by persons with disabilities legislation. and elder victims of abuse, by offering serv- f SPEECH OF ices tailored to their circumstances and by HON. MELISSA A. HART educating their communities on how to best IN MEMORY OF RAY R. provide services. POLIAKOFF OF PENNSYLVANIA Third, VAWA 2005 provides greater oppor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tunities for victims to rebuild their lives. While HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Wednesday, September 28, 2005 domestic violence, dating violence, sexual as- OF TEXAS The House in Committee of the Whole sault, and stalking are fundamentally criminal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House on the State of the Union had under justice problems, the solutions are not to be Thursday, September 29, 2005 consideration the bill (H.R. 3402) to authorize found in the criminal justice system alone. appropriations for the Department of Justice VAWA 2005 will help victims rebuild their Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to for fiscal years 2006 through 2009, and for lives and create long term security for them- remember Ray R. Poliakoff, a wonderful man other purposes: selves and their children. It works to educate and a friend to the community of Denton, Ms. HART. Mr. Chairman, in 1994, Con- domestic violence prevention professionals, Texas. Mr. Poliakoff passed away on Satur- gress took a significant step forward in the child welfare workers, and home visitors on day, September 2, 2005 at Baylor Regional fight against domestic violence by enacting the how to identify and serve victims of domestic Medical in Plano. Ray was 86. Violence Against Women Act (VAWA). Today, violence. Further, it provides guidance on pre- Ray R. Poliakoff was born March 12, 1919 as part of the DOJ reauthorization, we are venting violence, rather than reacting to it. and spent his life serving our country, commit- considering the reauthorization of VAWA We’ve come a long way since 1994, but ting his life to continuing education and work- (VAWA 2005), making it a stronger and more people from my district tell me that our shel- ing vigorously. He was a member of the effective tool in the struggle to end domestic ters are full and our hotlines are ringing off the United States Army in a Reconnaissance Intel- violence. hook. We need to continue with our mission to ligence Unit in Europe during World War II I have met with many of the domestic vio- end violence against women and children. and was twice wounded in battle. After the lence shelters and advocates in my district VAWA 2005 is an important step in that mis- war, he graduated from Indiana University with who tell me that VAWA is working. Victim Out- sion. bachelor of law and doctor of jurisprudence reach Intervention Center provides services to f degrees. He also received a Master of Arts survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault degree in humanities from the University of and other violent crimes. On an average year, PASS THE CORPORATE PATRIOT Evansville, Indiana. VOICE provides services to over 3,000 people ENFORCEMENT ACT OF 2005 Throughout the years, Ray was very active in Butler County. in oil, gas and coal exploration and develop- The VAWA funding they receive has made HON. RICHARD E. NEAL ment. He held various executive positions in a tremendous improvement in both the types OF MASSACHUSETTS Northern Illinois Coal Corporation, Sentry Roy- of services they provide and also to the scale IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES alty Company, Sinclair Coal Company, Pea- on which they are able to serve. Their coun- body Coal Company, AMAX Coal Company, Thursday, September 29, 2005 seling and advocacy services are substantially Data Tech Corporation, and even independ- funded by VAWA. Without this money, VOICE Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, ently produced oil for 12 years. During the pe- would be unable to serve survivors at current today marks the third time in as many Con- riod of 1949 to 1989, he also worked with var- levels; a waiting list for direct services, which gresses that I have introduced the Corporate ious national and international concerns and could contain 20–25 survivors at a time, would Patriot Enforcement Act. This legislation is de- individuals in coal, oil and gas, and other nat- have to be established. signed to slam the door shut on a truly dis- ural resource ventures and concessions in the In order to provide that basic level of serv- graceful corporate tax shelter. U.S., Alaska, Canada, Europe, Australia, the ice, VOICE would have to substantially de- Over the years, dozens of American compa- Middle East and the Far East. Even though crease or eliminate programs, such as their nies have filed papers to trade in their U.S. Ray retired in 1984 and in 1988 went on inac- Prevention/Education programming. Without corporate citizenship for citizenship in tax tive status as an Indiana attorney in good the re-authorization of VAWA, the past 28 haven countries like Bermuda. By washing standing, he remained a long-standing mem- years of progress they have made in service their hands of their U.S. citizenship, they are ber of the American Bar Association and was, to survivors would be set back tenfold. able to stop paying taxes on their foreign prof- until recently, a member of the ABA Section Nearly one in four women experiences at its, draining more than $4 billion out of U.S. on Natural Resources, Energy, and Environ- least one physical assault by a partner during coffers. mental Law; Science and Technology; and In- adulthood. As resources become stronger, The companies themselves don’t move dividual Rights and Responsibilities. more victims gain the courage to seek help. physically—their operations, their factories, Today, I would like to recognize and cele- Now is not the time to retreat. The work at the and their workforce remain wherever they brate Mr. Poliakoffs life. He was intelligent, state and local level has become more, not were before. They continue to earn their prof- thoughtful and a true American. Ray leaves less, complex. its in this country. They’ve simply discovered behind his lovely wife, Dr. Ann Stuart, Chan- The programs and provisions of VAWA will a technicality that they can exploit to rid them- cellor of Texas Woman’s University in Denton, continue the progress made over the past 10 selves of their fair share of taxes, leaving the his children and grandchildren. They are all in years in three ways. rest of us to pay for the services that they my thoughts and prayers. Ray will be deeply First, VAWA 2005 reinforces existing core consume. missed by his family and the community of programs like the STOP grants which have Right now, we’re struggling to fight two wars North Texas. brought communities together to solve the and rebuild a hurricane-ravaged gulf coast, on f problem of domestic violence. VAWA pro- the heels of five enormous tax cuts. The rainy grams have provided training for hundreds of day has come, but we’ve spent the rainy day ROCKVILLE MARYLAND’S law enforcement officers on the dynamics of fund. Our Nation has never been deeper in COMMUNICATIONS TEAM domestic violence and VAWA 2005 will at- debt. We need to take a sober look at our Na- tempt to solve the problem attrition among do- tion’s finances, and this is an excellent place HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN mestic violence professionals. to start. OF MARYLAND Second, with VAWA 2005 we ensure that Eventually all of us will have to sacrifice a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the needs of uniquely vulnerable communities little to pull our Nation through this time; we’ve are met. One of the lessons we have learned done it before and we’ll have to do it again. Thursday, September 29, 2005 over the past 10 years is that many victims When the rest of the country is contemplating Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today face unique obstacles. additional sacrifices, it’s only fair to require to congratulate Rockville, Maryland’s Commu- VAWA has helped fund specialized services that these wealthy corporations start to meet nications Team for its recent award in recogni- to improve victim safety in rural areas, such as the responsibilities that they have so far suc- tion of excellence in government program- paying for ‘‘attorneys on wheels’’ to help rural ceeded at shirking. ming.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.008 E29SEPT1 E1984 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 The Rockville Channel, TRC 11, was recog- Enforcement Administration have been unpar- stated, ‘‘Ms. Mathis leads by example, de- nized in 5 different categories at the awards alleled. manding high ethical standards and conscien- banquet of the National Association of Tele- Ms. Mathis was born on March 3, 1950 in tious work. Her outstanding work ethic and communications Officers and Advisors. The Washington, DC. She attended DC public diligence inspire and challenge her staff.’’ Ms. Rockville Channel consistently produces out- schools (Anthony Bowen Elementary, Randall Mathis has inspired all of those who were for- standing programming for the Rockville area Junior High and Dunbar High) and graduated tunate enough to work for or with her. Ms. and has often been recognized for excellence from Howard University in 1972. Mathis’ tenacious spirit and pursuit of excel- over the last 11 years. Ms. Mathis worked throughout her junior lence will be missed at DEA but will continue I am also pleased that the City’s Divisions of high, high school and college years and was to inspire those who engage her throughout Graphics and Printing and Public Information introduced at an early age to work in govern- her retirement and personal endeavors. recently combined to win two national awards ment service. at the City-County Communications and Mar- Immediately following her graduation from f keting Association Conference in Atlanta. The college, she began her first full-time employ- Rockville Communications Teams provide a ment in the Federal Service with the District of CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF valuable public service and play a key role in Columbia Department of Corrections, where J. GEORGE MITNICK my congressional district in keeping the public she worked until 1975. In October 1975, she informed. began her employment with the United States HON. ARTUR DAVIS Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). Ms. I applaud all members of the Rockville Com- OF ALABAMA munications Team for their outstanding efforts. Mathis distinguished herself from the begin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f ning and quickly advanced through the ranks of the Operational Support Division. In 1990, Thursday, September 29, 2005 HOUSTON POLICE OFFICER Ms. Mathis was appointed as the Deputy As- MUZAFFAR SIDDIQI Mr. DAVIS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I rise sistant Administrator of the Office of Per- today to offer a tribute to Mr. J. George sonnel, becoming one of the first two women Mitnick. to enter DEA’s Senior Executive Service HON. TED POE Jasper, Alabama was not George Mitnick’s (SES) and the first African-American woman OF TEXAS first home—he was a Connecticut Yankee promoted to the rank of SES. In 1994, Ms. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who migrated south—but Jasper was where Mathis was promoted to Assistant Adminis- George made his fortune and found his wife. Thursday, September 29, 2005 trator for Human Resources becoming DEA’s Jasper is also a city that he shaped for over Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, on October 1, 2005, first female Assistant Administrator. 5 decades: his footprints include the presi- the National Association of Police Organiza- Ms. Mathis’s stellar career is marked by nu- dency of the local Chamber of Commerce and tions will honor law enforcement agencies and merous exemplary achievements. Under her the Rotary Club; the Mitnick Wilderness Boot officers at the 12th Annual Top Cops Awards direction, the DEA instituted validated testing Camp for troubled teenagers; and of course, Ceremony here in Washington, DC. Officer for senior law enforcement personnel, drug his role in founding Top Dollar, a retail chain Muzaffar Siddiqi of the Houston Police Depart- testing for employees and applicants, and psy- of over 250 stores in 11 states. ment, a great man whom I have the privilege chological testing for Special Agents. In 1999, of knowing personally, is receiving an award she played a vital leadership role in the open- George Mitnick helped make modern Jas- at this prestigious event, and I join the city of ing of DEA’s state of the art training facility in per, but what made George Mitnick, above all, Houston and all Texans in honoring this out- Quantico, Virginia. Ms. Mathis is a long- was the days he spent as an army captain standing achievement. standing member of the National Organization helping to liberate Nazis death camps. George As a former prosecutor and criminal court of Black Law Enforcement Executives was a committed Jew before he entered those judge in Houston, TX, I have had a long- (NOBLE), and served as a member of the camps, but the degradation that he saw there standing relationship with the Houston Police Training and Education Committee. She also alerted him to an existential threat to his peo- Department. I have witnessed many great chaired this committee for 2 years. ple, and to the capacity of humans to violate works by police officers in Houston and the Ms. Mathis’ outstanding work ethic and dili- each other. surrounding communities, and I can say with- gence have been recognized with a plethora Those camps never left George Mitnick’s out hesitation that Officer Siddiqi’s record of of awards and commendations over the years. soul. They made him a vigilant defender of service is exemplary. Having previously been Moreover, her DEA accomplishments have Israel’s future and of American politicians who named Houston Police Department Officer of been recognized government-wide as she dis- understood how essential Israel’s future was the Year, Officer Siddiqi has received high tinguished herself and the DEA as a two-time to any vision of a just world. The death camps honors throughout his career. His service has recipient of the Presidential Rank Award for made him an activist—and I am honored that been recognized at all levels: city, State and Meritorious Performance in 1995 and 2001. his activism led him to embrace my candidacy Federal. Over the years, Ms. Mathis has participated against a foe of Israel’s aspirations. George Before working for the Houston Police De- in extensive training programs including Man- was honored and humbled that his activism partment, Officer Siddiqi served as a police of- agement Training at the John F. Kennedy also made him AIPAC’s ‘‘Man of the Year’’ in ficer in Karachi, Pakistan. Since joining HPD, School of Government, University of Southern 2003. he has been a great asset in building positive California and is a 2003 Brookings Fellow. It I think that those awful, wretched camps relationships between law enforcement and was as a Brookings Fellow that Jean came to also made George understand his adopted Houston’s South Asian and Middle Eastern work in my office and I received the benefit of home better. George lived in Alabama during communities. His work has been invaluable, her experience and wisdom. I have been ac- the years when the racial cauldron was boil- and the people of Houston are fortunate to tively engaged in the problems associated with ing, and Alabama’s ill temper on race was one have a public servant of his caliber in uniform. illegal narcotics throughout my congressional of the aspects of his new state that he most As he honors the city of Houston with his career and have been aware of the role of the disdained. He was a quiet, but real, force for service, Mr. Speaker, we must honor the self- Drug Enforcement Administration in the imple- integration in Jasper. George also raised a less work of Officer Muzaffar Siddiqi. mentation of our national anti-narcotics poli- daughter who raised a daughter who married f cies. Yet Jean Mathis taught me a great deal a black man. His grandson-in-Iaw James, an and enhanced my understanding and appre- African American, was one of George’s pall- JEAN D. MATHIS RETIREMENT: ciation of the complexities of addressing the bearers, and it is a measure of the Jasper that SEPTEMBER 30, 2005 challenges of narcotics addiction and control. George help make that virtually no one stared She performed superbly as my Congressional at James’ role. George’s friends knew that tol- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL staff assistant and I regretted her return to the erance was a Mitnick family value. OF NEW YORK DEA. On August 6, 2005, J. George Mitnick died IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In summary, the essence of Ms. Mathis’ ca- at the age of 87. I thank George for his faith reer was captured in a number of performance and his life and for the promises he kept. I Thursday, September 29, 2005 award justifications over the years including hope that my tenure in Congress will honor Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to several DEA Administrators for whom she the world and the state he wanted to build. acknowledge the retirement of Jean D. Mathis worked directly. Among them was former DEA May the God of Abraham bless George whose contributions to the United States Drug Administrator Thomas A. Constantine who Mitnick and his surviving wife Willene.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.012 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1985 RECOGNIZING THE 100TH ANNIVER- Today, I join with the Taiwanese people as HONORING CAPTAIN RUSS SARY OF WALLACE BAPTIST they celebrate their freedom. Taiwan has KELLER, UNITED STATES NAVY CHURCH peacefully overcome authoritarian rule to at- tain democracy. It will hopefully constitute a HON. HENRY E. BROWN, JR. HON. JEFF MILLER model for the eventual establishment of a gen- OF SOUTH CAROLINA OF FLORIDA uine democracy in China. The U.S. and Tai- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wan value human rights, civil liberties, a free Thursday, September 29, 2005 Thursday, September 29, 2005 press and the rule of law. Our shared values have produced a strong and dependable Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is a friendship for over 50 years. Today, the peo- er, I rise today to recognize and honor Captain great honor for me to rise today to recognize ple of Taiwan determine their own destiny and Russ Keller, United States Navy, as he retires the 100th anniversary of Wallace Baptist government through free and fair elections. upon completion of more than 26 years of Church in my district. Through several loca- honorable and faithful service to our nation. tions and many pastors, the church has con- Many of my colleagues will be surprised to A native of Pittsburgh, PA, Captain Keller tinuously provided a place of worship for the learn that Taiwan is our 8th largest trading was appointed to the United States Naval people of northwest Florida. partner. A recent survey by the World Eco- Academy in 1975 and graduated with the Originally founded as the New Smyrna Bap- nomic Forum ranked Taiwan fifth in the world class of 1979. Following initial nuclear power tist Church, a small congregation first met in and first in Asia for growth competitiveness. and submarine training, he reported to his first Bagdad, Florida, in 1905. For nearly 40 years, The Taiwanese have been increasing their de- submarine, USS Trepang (SSN 674), where the church met in that location, constantly mands for American goods becoming a more he served as the reactor controls assistant adding new members to their congregation valuable trading partner. The Taiwanese peo- and later as the weapons officer. His assign- and establishing a reputation as a house ple have also achieved economic prosperity ment on Trepang was followed by a shore as- where all were welcome. with one of the highest standards of living in signment in the Pentagon as flag lieutenant The original 40 years added many people to the world. It is impressive to find that less than and aide for the Navy’s Director of Research, the original congregation, and recognizing the 1 percent of the population lives below the Development, Test and Evaluation. Captain need for more land, a group of 32 people in poverty line. Now a strong member of the Keller next attended Harvard University’s John 1942 began meeting a short distance away in World Trade Organization, Taiwan’s market- F. Kennedy School of Government, where he the Wallace Schoolhouse. The land had been based economy is now the 12th largest in the earned a masters in public administration de- donated to them by a local family interested in world. gree. Following his tour at Harvard, he re- seeing the local community prosper. Less than The government of Taiwan was one of the turned to sea as the Navigator on board USS a year later, the church had its own building Simon Bolivar (SSBN 641) (BLUE), where he first to come to our aid after the events of constructed and continued to use the pulpit completed five strategic deterrent patrols in September 11th and Hurricane Katrina. Tai- from their first building. The pulpit still exists to the final days of the Cold War. Upon departing wan continues to be our ally in the war on ter- this day, though it is no longer used. In addi- Simon Bolivar, Captain Keller remained at sea rorism by cooperating with humanitarian as- tion, wood from the original building was used as the executive officer on board USS Nar- sistance in Iraq and Afghanistan and providing for construction of the new podium, instilling a whal (SSN 671), where he prepared the ship’s intelligence. They have shown generosity and physical sense of tradition that the church car- crew to return to sea following a 37-month re- compassion by contributing to the Twin Tow- ries with it as it continues into the future. fueling overhaul. Following his tour as Execu- ers Fund and Pentagon Memorial Fund, and Approximately 20 years later, now under the tive Officer, Captain Keller was assigned to now to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. name of Wallace Baptist Church, a larger au- the Navy Staff in Washington, DC where he ditorium was constructed to accommodate the I hope that its neighbors, especially those in served in the strategy and concepts branch. In increasing size of the church’s membership. China, will notice Taiwan’s celebration of free- June 1995 Captain Keller received the most The previous building, adjacent to the audito- dom, democracy, and a market economy. I coveted and demanding of all naval assign- rium, remained in use as a meeting place for hope Taiwan and China will work together and ments when he was selected for Command at Sunday School. A few years later, recognizing cultivate a future based on respect, democ- Sea. He served as the Commanding Officer of their long-term stability and consistent growth racy, and freedom. I am encouraged by re- USS Springfield (SSN 761) for 31 months, both in congregation size as well as services ports that Taiwan’s President, Chen Shui-bian during which time the ship completed several offered, the church voted to incorporate as is willing to hold a summit with President Hu independent submarine missions vital to na- Wallace Baptist Church. Jintao and resume dialog on cross-strait tional security. The church continued to add facilities over issues. Based on his successful command tour, the next several decades as it continued to It is with great pleasure I congratulate Tai- Captain Keller was selected by the Navy’s flourish, so I much so that in 2003 the more Chief of Legislative Affairs to serve in the Of- wan, our friend and ally, on the celebration of than 300 members of the church saw the fice of Legislative Affairs, where he was as- their 94th National Day, October 10, 2005. pressing need for a larger main sanctuary and signed initially as the submarine and strategic voted to have one built. The groundbreaking programs liaison officer. Following two years on the new site occurred earlier this year. f working these issues, he was promoted inter- Under the present leadership of Rev. Lee PERSONAL EXPLANATION nally and assigned as the Director of Naval Botts and having already shown consistent Programs, with responsibilities for all Navy growth, I am confident that the church and its procurement, operations and maintenance, mission will continue to be recognized by and research and development programs. His many as a great place to worship, continuing HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ tenure in the Office of Legislative Affairs to serve the community well into the future. OF NEW JERSEY spanned five defense authorization bill cycles Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the U.S. Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and earned him the trust and respect of mem- gress, I am proud of the success of Wallace bers of Congress, committee and personal Baptist Church over the last 100 years and Thursday, September 29, 2005 staff members as well as senior officials in the look forward to its next century of service. Department of the Navy. A role model and f Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I was absent mentor to those who worked for and with him, RECOGNIZING 94TH CELEBRATION from votes in the House on Tuesday, Sep- he made his impact on people as well as pro- OF NATIONAL DAY IN REPUBLIC tember 27th, due to a previous and unavoid- grams. Through his brilliant insight and dedi- OF CHINA (TAIWAN) able commitment. Therefore, I was unable to cation, he contributed directly to the future vote on H.J. Res. 66, a resolution supporting readiness of the United States Navy and the HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS the goals and ideals of ‘‘Lights On After- nation. school!’’, a national celebration of after-school In September 2002 Captain Keller was se- OF NEW YORK programs (rollcall No. 494); and H. Con. Res. lected for major command, and served his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 209, a resolution supporting the goals and final tour on active duty as the Commanding Thursday, September 29, 2005 ideals of Domestic Violence Awareness Month Officer of the Naval Nuclear Power Training Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- (rollcall No. 496). Had I been present, I would Command in Charleston, SC from July 2003 nize the 94th celebration of National Day in have voted ‘‘aye’’ on both these measures until July 2005. Under his supervision, thou- the Republic of China (Taiwan). considered by the House. sands of future naval nuclear operators and

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.017 E29SEPT1 E1986 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 supervisors completed the most rigorous aca- tion parties. There has been dialogue be- and Ben Mustian of Columbia, South Carolina, demic training program in our military while tween ruling and opposition parties, all op- on the birth of their beautiful baby girl. Emily being imbued with the highest standards of position parties may freely conduct rallies Quinn Mustian was born on September 29, and demonstrations and, thus far, all opposi- personal integrity and reliability. 2005 at 12:01 PM, weighing 7 pounds, 4 tion activists-including those who called for Captain Keller’s distinguished awards in- overthrow of government in October 2003— ounces and measuring 19 inches long. Emily clude the Legion of Merit, the Meritorious have been allowed to become candidates if has been born into a loving home, where she Service Medal, the Joint Service Commenda- they wish. During his visit to Azerbaijan at will be raised by parents who are devoted to tion Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps Com- the end of August, Sen. Richard Lugar, Indi- her well-being and bright future. Her birth is a mendation Medal, the Navy and Marine Corps ana Republican, said: ‘‘The opposition lead- blessing. ers underlined that the registration process Achievement Medal and numerous unit and f campaign awards. of the MP candidates went well, which is a step forward compared to the previous elec- The Department of the Navy, the Congress, TRIBUTE TO SOUTH LYNCHES tions’’ President Aliyev went further by FIRE DEPARTMENT and the American people have been defended warning all regional election officials not to and well served by this dedicated Naval Offi- interfere in the old Soviet fashion, when bal- cer for more than 26 years. Captain Russ Kel- lot-stuffmg was common. HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN President Aliyev’s insistence on free and ler long will be remembered for his leadership, OF SOUTH CAROLINA service and dedication. He will be missed. fair elections in November is based on the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have Russ and idea Azerbaijan’s secular government can co- Chris Keller as constituents. I ask my col- exit with its Muslim traditions. Thursday, September 29, 2005 Our vision is premised on the belief demo- leagues in the 109th Congress to join me in cratic pluralism will ensure, a peaceful out- Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulating him and wishing him the best of let for dissent, eliminating the need for vio- pay tribute to the South Lynches Fire Depart- luck in all his future endeavors. lent alternatives. Citizens of all ethnicities ment and to recognize their 50 years of serv- f and political persuasions are free to advo- ice to the South Carolina counties of Florence cate their positions peacefully. and Williamsburg. Chartered as the Lake City RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE Today, Azerbaijan is a vibrant, inde- Rural Fire Department on January 27, 1955, OF DEMOCRACY IN AZERBAIJAN pendent state. We have faced many chal- they started with only one tanker. Today, they lenges in our young country’s life: preserving our independence in a tough neighborhood; have 19 vehicles with which a full time staff HON. JACK KINGSTON making the transition from a shattered to a and 125 volunteers provide fire and rescue OF GEORGIA market economy; building government insti- services to the 250 square mile area that en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tutions and an independent judiciary; finding compasses the South Lynches Fire District. a peaceful solution to our conflict with Ar- The original directors of the department in Thursday, September 29, 2005 menia; and developing our natural resources 1955 were S. Keels Brockington, Sr., H. Ray- Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, I wish to in- to world markets. mond Askins, Sr., Roy Rogers, J.P. Grimsley, Throughout these difficult years, the clude in the RECORD an article by Azerbaijan L.W. McDaniel, Joe Tucker, and Walter United States has been a friend and ally of Ambassador to the United States Hafiz Azerbaijan. Our strategic partnership has Moody. Within 10 years, the department had Pashayev. This was published in The Wash- blossomed since the attacks on America on completed a permanent home and secured a ington Times on September 11, 2005 and is a September 11, 2001. Immediately after, the second tanker. The department changed its great testament to the progress made in late President Heydar Aliyev visited the U.S. name in the middle 1970s to the Lower Flor- Azervaijan toward holding peaceful and fair Embassy in Baku not only to express his ence County Fire Department as it had ex- elections. condolences but to offer his full support. panded its coverage beyond the Lake City Today, we stand side-by-side in the global In a recent visit to Azerbaijan as National area. In 1982, residents created the South war on terrorism. Our troops proudly serve Democratic Institute chairman, former Sec- Lynches Fire District establishing the area that in Afghanistan and Iraq. retary of State Madeleine Albright said, the department currently services. Azerbaijan’s location between Russia, Iran ‘‘Election day is important, but the months The South Lynches Fire Department today leading up to the elections are also crucial.’’ and Turkey, coupled with our desire to inte- grate into-the Euro-Atlantic community, re- operates out of six locations within the district. She referred to the parliamentary elec- quires that we conduct a balanced foreign The original station, in Lake City, is still oper- tions to be held Nov. 6, when the citizens of policy fostering development of democratic Azerbaijan go to the polls to elect their rep- ational. Station 2 ‘‘Coward’’ was built in 1971. institutions and a strong economy. Azer- resentatives to parliament, or Milli Mejlis. Station 3 ‘‘Camp Branch’’ was built in 1979, baijan has come this far without tangible The Bush administration views these elec- Station 4 ‘‘Cades’’ in 1979, Station 5 ‘‘Leo- foreign aid and expects to continue demo- tions are a litmus test of the Azerbaijan gov- Camerontown’’ in 1979, and Station 6 ‘‘Scran- cratic and economic development, primarily ernment’s commitment to democracy. The ton’’ in 1990. through its own resources. U.S. Congress has weighed in by passing a According to a recent survey by the Inter- Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my col- resolution calling on Azerbaijan ‘‘to hold or- national Republican Institute sponsored by leagues join me today in honoring the South derly, peaceful, and free and fair elections in USAID, an overwhelming majority of Lynches Fire Department as they celebrate November 2005 in order to ensure the long- Azerbaijanis want economic and social devel- their 50th anniversary. I thank each and every term growth and stability of the country.’’ opment to be their government’s priority We are the first to recognize that inde- member of the Department for their service concerns. pendence, stability and prosperity depend on over the last 50 years and wish them great This November, the people of Azerbaijan successful democratic reform. President success and Godspeed in the future. will elect a Parliament I believe will accel- Iham Aliyev wants an orderly transition, as erate our transition toward democratic plu- f our last few years of unprecedented eco- ralism to match the country’s unprecedented nomic growth would be jeopardized by polit- economic growth. Mr. Lugar told the press in PERSONAL EXPLANATION ical instability. Toward this end and to con- Baku: ‘‘I sense in Azerbaijan a yearning for duct elections according to international building strong democratic institutions.’’ standards, the president issued an Executive HON. HENRY J. HYDE Order outlining steps to be taken: f OF ILLINOIS 1. Allowing all political parties to organize IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rallies free from violence and intimidation. CELEBRATING THE BIRTH OF 2. Welcoming domestic and international EMILY QUINN MUSTIAN Thursday, September 29, 2005 election observers. Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, on September 28, 3. Providing access to media, thus ensuring HON. JOE WILSON 2005, I was absent for two votes because I fair coverage. OF SOUTH CAROLINA was chairing a classified briefing with the Sec- 4. And ensuring central and regional au- thorities create the necessary conditions for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES retary of Defense providing information to members about U.S. efforts in Iraq. Had I exit polls. Thursday, September 29, 2005 Among many provisions of the Order al- been present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on roll- ready carried out are those that concern par- Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- call vote No. 500, on motion to recommit and ticipation in the political arena by opposi- er, today, I am happy to congratulate Rebecca ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall vote No. 501 on passage.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.020 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1987 A VALUABLE SERVICE FROM lation as a matter of routine congressional INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION BLUECROSS BLUESHIELD OF courtesy and respect for the bill’s sponsor TO PROVIDE EQUITY FOR GRAND SOUTH CAROLINA Congresswoman BARBARA LEE and her con- CANYON SUBCONTRACTORS stituents. HON. JOE WILSON HON. RICK RENZI OF SOUTH CAROLINA f OF ARIZONA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SERVICEMEMBERS’ GROUP LIFE Thursday, September 29, 2005 Thursday, September 29, 2005 INSURANCE ENHANCEMENT ACT Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- OF 2005 Mr. RENZI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in- er, today I would like to announce that troduce legislation, with Congressman PASTOR and Congressman HAYWORTH, to authorize the BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina, SPEECH OF BCBSSC, ably led by President Ed Sellers, is National Park Service to pay for services per- now offering a valuable service in doctors’ of- formed by subcontractors under a contract HON. BOB FILNER issued for work completed at the Grand Can- fices throughout our State. OF CALIFORNIA Recently, The Wall Street Journal reported yon National Park. In fiscal years 2002 and 2003, the Grand that BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Canyon National Park issued approximately has begun to offer physician offices a swipe- Wednesday, September 28, 2005 43 task orders to Pacific General, Inc. (PGI), card reader that will immediately inform mem- under an Indefinite Deliver/Indefinite Quantity Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to bers ‘‘how much the insurer will pay and what contract. The value of these task orders was the patient owes.’’ urge support for the bill that is before us, H.R. more than $17 million for several construction Physicians can lease the swipe-card read- 3200, the ‘‘Servicemembers’ Group Life Insur- projects throughout the Park. ers from Companion Technologies, a sub- ance Enhancement Act’’ of 2005, a bill that I According to invoices sent to the Park, PGI sidiary of BCBSSC; the health insurer plans to have cosponsored. certified that payments were being sent to send members a card that they can swipe This bill will increase federally subsidized subcontractors and suppliers. However, in through the readers, which will connect to the life insurance for military personnel to January 2004, complaints were received by BCBSSC system through a broadband Inter- $400,000, and that increase will be perma- numerous subcontractors that they had not re- net line. The swipe-card readers will have the nent. ceived payment from PGI. The National Park ability to process debit and credit card pay- If one of our Nation’s finest men and women Service paid more than $10 million to PGI. Of ments and provide information about eligibility is killed in the line of duty, it is our Nation’s this amount, PGI did not pay $1.3 million to and claims information. obligation to provide an insurance policy that subcontractors who performed the work. Companion officials said they hope other can assist the family in meeting expenses. The Washington Contracting and Procure- health insurers will integrate the swipecard ment Office of the National Park Service per- These changes make the insurance more in readers into their systems. Companion Presi- formed an acquisition management review. In line with today’s economy, and I support the dent Harvey Galloway said, ‘‘Many doctors this review, the National Park Service it was passage of H.R. 3200. lose significant dollars because patients don’t discovered that the Park had failed to ensure treat doctor’s office payments like they do their There are a few other insurance changes, that PGI obtained the necessary payment and Visa bills.’’ He added, ‘‘The advantage to the beyond H.R. 3200, that I believe are also the performance bonds required by the National doctor’s office is knowing, while they have the right steps to take. These changes would, first Park Service and required under the Miller Act patient in front of them, how much the patient of all, affect the Service-Disabled Veterans In- (40 D.S.C. 270a). liability is, and not having to go after them surance, SDVI. On February 6, 2004, the National Park after they leave the office.’’ When this insurance began in 1951, the Service suspended further payment to PGI I am hopeful that this new benefit will prove premiums were based on the 1940 mortality and issued a suspension notice to cease ac- to be helpful to patients and physicians rate. Current standard life insurance policies tivity by the contractor. PGI has ceased busi- throughout South Carolina. have premiums based on the 2001 mortality ness and it is unlikely that the Federal Gov- ernment will recover the $1.3 million issued to f rate—except for the SDVI, which still charges premiums based on a table that is 60 years PGI. THE MAUDELLE SHIREK POST out of date. This results in higher premiums, The subcontractors who were not paid by OFFICE BUILDING premiums that can be as much as 3 times PGI fall into two categories. The first category consists of those subcontractors that per- what veterans should be paying. SPEECH OF formed work on various projects where the The Independent Budget, prepared and en- National Park Service had already paid PGI HON. BOB ETHERIDGE dorsed by many Veterans’ Service Organiza- for the work. The second category of subcon- OF NORTH CAROLINA tions, has recommended that the mortality tractor is composed of subcontractors who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES table be updated. I have introduced a bill, H.R. performed work on various projects where the Tuesday, September 27, 2005 2747, the ‘‘Disabled Veterans Life Insurance National Park Service had not paid PGI for the Enhancement Act’’, that would make this im- work. The National Park Service has withheld Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I appreciate portant change and decrease this premium the opportunity to make a few comments $906,335 in payment for this work that will be payment for disabled veterans. paid to the second category of subcontractors about H.R. 438. that performed work. In the House we routinely name Federal A second part of H.R. 2747 affects the mort- gage life insurance for severely service-dis- The National Park Service has been unable post offices after notable Americans. In fact, to pay the first category of subcontractors who last year I responded to a request from nu- abled veterans (VMLI). Currently, this insur- ance covers only about 55 percent of the out- performed work in the Grand Canyon National merous constituents to name the post office in Park because contract law prohibits payment Dunn, NC after the late General William C. standing mortgage balance. We know how the cost of houses has skyrocketed in many areas directly to subcontractors due to the lack of a Lee. direct, contractual relationship between the The bill on the floor today, H.R. 438, would of our country. In May, 2001, an evaluation by the Department of Veterans Affairs rec- parties. rename the post office at 2000 Allston Way in Mr. Speaker, this legislation authorizes the ommended increased coverage. H.R. 2747 im- Berkeley, California after Ms. Maudelle Shirek. National Park Service to pay the $1.3 million plements those recommendations by increas- I am concerned about the lack of committee to subcontractors who have performed work at ing the maximum which would be expected to review over this bill, as H.R. 438 was not Grand Canyon National Park and were not heard or marked up by the Government Re- cover 94 percent of mortgage balances. paid by PGI. This legislation only addresses form Committee. It is the responsibility of the Let us begin to update and fix the insurance this situation in the Grand Canyon National committee of jurisdiction to review the quali- for our service members and our veterans by Park and the $1.3 million that the Park paid to fications of the individual being honored and to passing H.R. 3200. And I also encourage my PGI for work performed by the subcontractors. determine if he or she should be a candidate colleagues to cosponsor my insurance bill, Many small businesses in Arizona, Utah and for Federal recognition. H.R. 2747, which expands what we are doing Washington, have been affected by this unfor- Despite my reservations about the review here today to additional insurance provisions tunate contract mismanagement. This legisla- process for H.R. 438, I will vote for this legis- and programs. tion will fix a grave inequity for many of our

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.026 E29SEPT1 E1988 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 small businesses and ensure that these com- treating troubled youth, to allow troubled Sgt. Karpowich was 30 years old when he panies are paid for work already performed in young people to turn their lives around and to suffered the loss of his life while trying to lib- the Grand Canyon National Park. have productive, hopeful futures. erate the Iraqi people and afford them the Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sup- One of the projects Blanca is most remem- same opportunities we enjoy in a land ruled by port this important legislation. bered for is her leadership in the conception— democracy. f and development of the Mexican Heritage The victim of a suicide bomber whose Plaza, opened in 1999 and now one of the treachery claimed the lives of 20 people, Sgt. RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS largest Latino cultural centers in the Nation. Karpowich was one of 15 military personnel OF BLANCA ALVARADO Twelve years in the making, and built over a who were killed. The remaining five victims site once picketed by San Jose´ native son were civilian employees of Department of De- HON. ZOE LOFGREN Cesar Chavez, the Plaza is a 55,000 square- fense contractors. OF CALIFORNIA foot cultural center with state of the art theat- Sgt. Karpowich was remembered by many IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rical venues, a Smithsonian-affiliate gallery as a ‘‘soldier’s soldier.’’ He joined the U.S. Army immediately after graduating from Thursday, September 29, 2005 space and luscious thematic gardens that serve as a regional resource for cultural pro- Bishop Hafey High School. He completed Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. gramming and education. basic training at Fort Benning, GA and then Speaker, today I rise to recognize the achieve- In addition to her years of friendship, I wish went on to Fort Bragg, NC, where he grad- ments of Santa Clara County Supervisor Blan- to thank Blanca Alvarado for a lifetime of pub- uated from paratrooper school, after which he ca Alvarado. She continues to be a leader in lic service and her determined efforts to joined the 82nd Airborne Division. local government and a national leader in the achieve social change. ‘‘≠Sı´ se puede!’’ Sgt. Karpowich served as a drill instructor area of juvenile detention reform. f with the 98th Division’s 1st Battalion, 417th Blanca served 14 years as a San Jose´ City Regiment, 1st Brigade. Councilmember representing San Jose´’s East HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- He had recently been notified that he was Side before being appointed to the Santa SARY OF CITIZENS BANK IN about to be promoted to Master Sergeant, the Clara County Board of Supervisors in 1995, HARTSVILLE second highest enlisted rank in the Army, filling the position I vacated when I was elect- when the bomb blast ripped through a mess ed to Congress. I heartily recommended her HON. BART GORDON tent in a forward operating base at Mosul, appointment and have supported her in her OF TENNESSEE Iraq, where Sgt. Karpowich and hundreds of good works ever since. others were gathered. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The daughter of a miner, Blanca has always The first Hazleton area resident to give his been involved in public life, whether it was Thursday, September 29, 2005 life in the Iraq War, Sgt. Karpowich’s awards helping her parents in union and political ac- Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- and decorations included the Army Com- tivities, hosting a women’s radio show called nize the 100th year of existence of the Citi- mendation Medal, the Expert Infantryman’s ‘‘Merienda musical,’’ working for the Depart- zens Bank located in Hartsville, Tennessee. Badge, the Good Conduct Medal, the National ment of Social Services or acting as the local The bank will celebrate its anniversary on Oc- Defense Service Medal and the Global War on president of MAPA, the Mexican American Po- tober 1, 2005. Terror Medal. litical Association. Citizens Bank was established in 1905 with Mr. Speaker, please join me in paying trib- I first met Blanca in the mid-1970’s when we $10,000 in capital. The bank’s loan officers ute to the life of a true American patriot whose served together on the Housing Service Cen- had a maximum loan authority of $300, courage and bravery transcended human frail- ter board of directors before either of us had enough to buy a small farm 100 years ago. ty and shone like a beacon to inspire others. stood for public office. I found her then to be They started keeping daily statements in 1923. Sgt. Karpowich well understood the impor- a caring person committed to her community Citizens Bank never succumbed to the tance of those objectives and willingly put his and especially to the needs of the poor. Those Great Depression; however, the bank did life in harm’s way to help others enjoy the qualities have continued throughout her life— close twice during its century of history—once same liberties as we do. The world is a better both in her public and private efforts. during the flood of 1927 and again during a place today because of the sacrifices made by As a City Councilmember and Vice-Mayor, storm in 1929 that left 18 inches of snow on Sgt. Karpowich and others like him. Blanca actively worked to build neighborhood the ground. f organizations and developed community plans Originally, the bank rented space in down- ACKNOWLEDGING SANTA CLARA and partnerships to renovate impoverished town Hartsville, before building its own space COUNTY ON ITS CONTRIBUTIONS neighborhoods. by the Trousdale County Courthouse. In 1984, TO HURRICANE KATRINA RELIEF Blanca’s devotion to children is illustrated the bank built its current facility on Highway EFFORTS through projects such as the The East Initia- 25. tive. The Initiative recognizes the importance I wish President Wilson Taylor, Vice Presi- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA of securing early access to parent support, dent Betty Sue Hibdon, Customer Representa- OF CALIFORNIA health care, and social services for all children tive and Public Relations Coordinator Gloria IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and their families. Blanca, as a member of the Dalton and all the employees who represent First Five Commission, lobbied for a school the heart of Citizens Bank much success with Thursday, September 29, 2005 readiness program in the local school district. their celebration and the start of another cen- Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowl- When the school district was not in a position tury of service. edge those in Santa Clara County, California to join with First Five in creating a school f who have offered assistance to the victims of readiness program, the Commission partnered Hurricane Katrina. Their efforts stand as a tes- with the community and focused on the neigh- HONORING SERGEANT PAUL tament to the American spirit of generosity. borhoods surrounding Cesar Chavez, San An- KARPOWICH OF FREELAND, The local governments of Santa Clara tonio, and Arbuckle elementary schools. First PENNSYLVANIA, WHO WAS County have responded with munificent offer- Five allocated $750,000 in the first year of the KILLED IN IRAQ IN DECEMBER ings to the victims of Hurricane Katrina. The East Initiative alone. 2004 San Jose´ City Council and Santa Clara Coun- Blanca also leads the county-wide effort to ty Board of Supervisors each authorized eliminate inappropriate and unnecessary incar- HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI $500,000 for the Santa Clara Valley American ceration of youth, especially youth of color OF PENNSYLVANIA Red Cross to provide services to hurricane who are over-represented in the juvenile jus- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES victims who arrive in the area. The San Jose´ tice system. Because of her efforts, the county Fire Department deployed firefighters to assist Thursday, September 29, 2005 has become a national model in juvenile de- in the region devastated by Hurricane Katrina tention reform. Since the movement began in Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today and stand ready as needed. July 2002, law enforcement, the Probation De- to ask you and my esteemed colleagues in the Local universities opened their academies partment, the Juvenile Court, community part- House of Representatives to pay tribute to the and housing to those displaced by the hurri- ners, and many other participants have com- life of Sergeant Paul Karpowich, of Freeland, cane. In fact, Santa Clara University admitted mitted to shifting their efforts from incarcer- Pennsylvania, who was killed in action in Iraq 75 students from New Orleans-based institu- ation to community-based approaches for in December 2004. tions Loyola University and Tulane University

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.030 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1989 after the hurricane forced the campuses to leagues will help put a stop to such tragedies country come together to assist the gulf coast close. The San Jose´ Recovery Center is pro- and work with Mr. Norm Dicks, Mr. Adam region. Tennesseans are opening their hearts viding interim shelter and services for evac- Smith, and Mr. Dave Reichert, and me to and homes to evacuees and assisting with uees at a former student housing complex at commission a study by the Department of Jus- what will be a very long recovery. Our own San Jose´ State University. So far, the Center tice to learn more about such incidences and Nashville Symphony will host a benefit concert has served sixty-six people. the best response to officer-involved domestic on October 4, 2005 for the Louisiana Phil- The Santa Clara Valley Transportation Au- violence. Ending domestic violence is an on- harmonic Orchestra (LPO) as it struggles to thority responded as well by providing free bus going effort, and I have seen great improve- survive. Nashville area businesses and the passes to individuals and families, assuring ments to this end. I would like to see an even community have come together to reunite the mobility to access the medical services, edu- stronger commitment so that other commu- LPO in our city for a benefit concert. cation, and jobs. nities can prevent tragedies—like that of Crys- I ask my colleagues to join me in thanking United by the Santa Clara County CADRE tal Brame from happening in their backyard. Executive Director Alan Valentine, his team at (Collaborating Agencies Disaster Relief Ef- f the Nashville Symphony, and the many local forts), many local community organizations businesses and supporters who’ve come to- have provided ongoing evacuee support. The HONORING THE NATIONAL ENDOW- gether to aid the Louisiana Philharmonic Or- Volunteer Center of Silicon Valley forwarded MENT FOR THE HUMANITIES ON chestra. ITS 40TH ANNIVERSARY 900 housing offers while coordinating occupa- f tional opportunities for evacuees. Local busi- nesses and individuals have also contributed HON. JAMES A. LEACH TRIBUTE TO LAXMAIAH generous cash, food, and supply donations to OF IOWA MANCHIKANTI, PH.D the recovery effort. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I commend the many individuals, organiza- Thursday, September 29, 2005 HON. ED WHITFIELD tions and agencies of Santa Clara County that OF KENTUCKY Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize contributed to the relief effort. I know that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the 40th anniversary of the National Endow- these donations and others from across the ment for the Humanities and to offer my con- Thursday, September 29, 2005 country have made a meaningful impact on gratulations to its chairman, Bruce Cole. Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- the lives of the thousands of Gulf Coast resi- In 1965, Congress discovered that the most dents still living in a state of uncertainty. ognize one of my constituents, Laxmaiah successful democracies consist of the most in- Manchikanti, Ph.D of Paducah, Kentucky. Dr. f formed, the most curious, and the most cre- Manchikanti has been practicing medicine in VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN ACT ative citizens. When the 89th Congress cre- my Congressional District for the last 24 ated the National Endowment for the Human- years. I have known Dr. Manchikanti for sev- HON. JAY INSLEE ities, it declared that ‘‘Democracy demands eral years and have found him to be a man of wisdom and vision in its citizens.’’ incredible integrity who is devoted to helping OF WASHINGTON For 40 years, the NEH has promoted ‘‘wis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES others. He is an active member of the commu- dom and vision’’ by advancing the study and nity as well as a forceful leader in the field of Thursday, September 29, 2005 understanding of history, literature, languages, pain management. Dr. Manchikanti, an immi- Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, the House has archaeology, philosophy, and other humanities grant from India who is a naturalized citizen of voted to reauthorize the Violence Against subjects, throughout the United States. the United States, exemplifies the fulfillment of Women Act (VAWA), a historic measure first As Chairman Cole has so profoundly ob- the American dream. passed in 1994. It marked when our country fi- served, ‘‘The humanities are the study of what Dr. Manchikanti is a well known physician nally recognized that domestic violence is not makes us human: the legacy of our past, the with interests in many aspects of medicine, a private family matter, but a national problem ideas and principles that motivate us, and the both in patient care, as well as academics. He that requires a national response. Since eternal questions that we still ponder. The specializes in anesthesiology with a sub-spe- VAWA passed, victims of domestic violence classics and archeology show us whence our cialty in interventional pain management and have more options to leave abusive relation- civilization came. The study of literature and is well known in the circles of interventional ships, local communities have developed crit- art shape our sense of beauty. The knowledge pain management. Apart from his interest in ical programs to assist victims, and our crimi- of philosophy and religion give meaning to our the clinical practice of anesthesiology and nal justice system has become better trained concepts of justice and goodness.’’ interventional pain management, he is also Today, the role humanities play in education in prosecuting these unique crimes. proficient in administrative medicine, patient is increasingly important. Of all the learning However, it is always the incident that hap- advocacy, the economics of healthcare, med- disciplines, they tap and expand the human pens in your backyard that will highlight the ical ethics, and various other aspects of the imagination the most. In a world of exploding scope of a problem, such as domestic vio- profession. options for individuals and families, it is imper- lence. In 2003, the state of Washington State Dr. Manchikanti is an avid clinical re- ative that history provide reference points, and became the focus of a national tragedy. Many searcher with numerous publications in peer- when there is no experience to serve as have read in the papers the heartbreaking reviewed journals with original contributions, guide, that the imagination be stimulated, and story of how, on April 26, 2003, Crystal Brame along with book publications. He is also an perspectives applied and values brought to was shot in a grocery store parking lot by her internationally known teacher who has con- bear. Without reference to the guide posts of husband, David Brame, chief of police for the ducted multiple seminars. As President and the humanities, society loses its soul. It be- city of Tacoma. Crystal Brame died one week founder of the American Society of Inter- comes rudderless in the seas of societal later, and David Brame committed suicide at ventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP), Dr. change. the scene. Manchikanti has participated in the develop- In response to this tragedy, people in the f ment of various guidelines, published on the state of Washington swiftly formed a statewide TENNESSEANS COME TOGETHER Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality task force of domestic violence, law enforce- TO AID THE LOUISIANA PHIL- (AHRQ) web-site. Apart from this, he also ment, and criminal justice system experts to HARMONIC ORCHESTRA functions as a consultant to companies which determine the best practices for law enforce- assess evidence including ECRI (formerly the ment agencies, focusing on prevention, train- HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN Emergency Care Research Institute), which is ing, enforcement, and response. Crystal’s in charge of the AHRQ web-site and others. OF TENNESSEE death and the state’s response, illustrated that He also serves as a member on the Carrier IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES despite the progress since VAWA passed in Advisory Committee of Kentucky. 1994, tragedies of domestic violence live in Thursday, September 29, 2005 Because Dr. Manchikanti is a specialist in our communities today, and that we must con- Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, Ten- pain management, many of the drugs he pre- tinue to work towards new solutions. nesseans have a long tradition of vol- scribes have the potential to become addict- I think we can do a better job helping peo- unteerism. In times of need, the Nation is able ive. During a conversation I had with Dr. ple like Crystal, whose abuser happened to be to count on our state. Manchikanti a few years ago, we discussed in a profession that responds to crimes of do- In the aftermath of a truly devastating hurri- Kentucky’s efforts to combat prescription drug mestic violence. I have hopes that my col- cane season, we’ve seen our state and our abuse through the Kentucky All Schedules

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.034 E29SEPT1 E1990 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 Prescription Electronic Reporting System IN RECOGNITION OF BETTY GOR- entire Pacific Rim. I sincerely hope that a (KASPER) which monitors Schedule II through HAM AND FIFTY YEARS AS A framework will soon be established for peace- IV controlled substances to detect and deter CHURCH ORGANIST ful interactions between the two sides. It is ev- abuse. Dr. Manchikanti touted the benefits of eryone’s dream that rapprochement between KASPER which allows him to receive a report HON. MIKE ROGERS Taiwan and China be possible within the shortest period of time and to all parties’ satis- on all of the controlled substances his patients OF ALABAMA faction. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have been prescribed. The people of the U.S. appreciate Taiwan’s The problem that Dr. Manchikanti identified Thursday, September 29, 2005 cooperation with the U.S. government in com- was that while KASPER was effective in Ken- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I bating global terrorism and Taiwan’s monetary tucky, there was no mechanism to determine rise today to pay tribute to Betty Gorham, who contributions to the Twin Towers Fund and the if his patients had been prescribed a con- will be celebrating 50 years as a church or- Pentagon Memorial Fund. The relationship be- tween Taiwan and the United States is strong trolled substance in another state. In Ken- ganist on Sunday, October 2, 2005. and healthy. Ambassador David Tawei Lee is tucky, which is bordered by seven states (four Betty Gorham is now the organist at First Baptist Church of Saks in Anniston, Alabama, an effective bridge between the government of in my District alone), it is easy for an individual Taiwan and the government of the U.S. to engage in the practice of ‘‘Dr. Shopping.’’ In and has been since October of 1975. Betty Gorham began taking organ lessons Mr. Speaker, we must always remember an effort to address the problem, Dr. Taiwan’s important role in maintaining peace at age seven in Chattanooga, Tennessee, and stability in the Pacific Rim. To have per- Manchikanti and the American Society of where her family moved after her father’s manent peace in the region, the U.S. must do Interventional Pain Physicians (ASIPP) pro- death in 1943. Her instruction continued until its part in urging Taiwan and China to con- posed legislation creating a national moni- she was 16 years old, at which time she was tinue peaceful dialogue and exchanges. toring system based on KASPER whereby performing at her home church, Eastdale Bap- physicians in all states would have access to tist Church. Her first full-time job as an organ- f the controlled substance prescription informa- ist was at Signal Mountain Baptist in Chat- COMMEMORATING THE NATIONAL tion of their patients, no matter where they tanooga in 1957, and was followed shortly by ENDOWMENT FOR THE HUMAN- filled the prescription. To that end, Dr. a move to Birmingham, Alabama, to play at ITIES’ 40TH ANNIVERSARY Manchikanti and ASIPP submitted draft legis- Huffman Baptist Church. In fact, it was while lation entitled the National All Schedules Pre- playing the organ for a wedding rehearsal at HON. DAVID E. PRICE scription Electronic Reporting Act (NASPER). this church that she met her future husband, OF NORTH CAROLINA Jim Gorham. They were married in 1958, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After reviewing the language and examining Betty followed her husband in several moves Thursday, September 29, 2005 the idea, I decided to introduce NASPER with around the State of Alabama. They went first my colleague FRANK PALLONE during the 107th to Montgomery, where Betty played at Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, Congress. After three years of hard work by Ridgecrest Baptist; then to Mobile in 1960, today marks the 40th anniversary of the cre- Dr. Manchikanti, ASIPP, and our supporters in where she played at Westlawn Baptist; then ation of the National Endowment for the Hu- manities—a small, independent Federal agen- Congress, we passed NASPER in both back to Birmingham, Alabama, in 1963, where she played first at Fairfield Highlands Baptist cy that each year puts millions of Americans Houses of Congress and President Bush in contact with the ideas, ideals, and institu- signed it into law on August 11th. NASPER Church and then at Center Point Baptist. Fi- nally in 1973, the Gorhams moved to Annis- tions of our great Nation. combats prescription drug abuse through the As co-chairman of the newly established ton, Alabama, where she played at Parker Me- creation of a grant program housed at the De- Congressional Humanities Caucus, I would morial and Heflin Baptist Church before begin- partment of Health and Human Services to like to congratulate the Endowment’s Chair- ning her long career at First Baptist Church of help states establish and maintain state-oper- man, Dr. Bruce Cole, and his dedicated staff Saks. on the agency’s anniversary. ated prescription drug monitoring programs Betty and Jim Gorham have now been mar- (PMPs). California established the first PMP in In establishing the NEH through the Na- ried 47 years and have four grandchildren. In tional Foundation on the Arts and Humanities 1940. Nineteen additional states currently op- addition to her devotion to her family and her Act of 1965, Congress declared that ‘‘encour- erate a PMP and five more are in the process church and church music, Betty has found agement and support of national progress of establishing them. time to do charitable work in the community. . . . in the humanities . . ., while primarily a NASPER addresses one of the main im- Let us all congratulate Betty Gorham on her matter of private and local initiative, is also an pediments to existing PMPs—that they cur- 50 years of service as a church organist and appropriate matter of concern to the Federal thank her for her 30 years of service at First rently operate only on an intrastate basis while Government.’’ Acknowledging the Federal Baptist Church of Saks in Anniston, Alabama. the diversion of drugs is an interstate problem. Government’s interest in promoting progress f and scholarship in the humanities, the 89th We help foster interstate communication by Congress expressed this interest in a single, RECOGNIZING PRESIDENT CHEN establishing some uniform standards on infor- powerful observation: ‘‘Democracy demands SHUI-BIAN REPUBLIC OF CHINA mation and privacy protections that will make wisdom and vision in its citizens.’’ it easier for states to share information. Co- For 40 years, NEH has promoted ‘‘wisdom lumbia University noted in a report released HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA and vision’’ by advancing the study and under- over the summer that between 1992 and 2003 OF CALIFORNIA standing of history, literature, languages, ar- the number of people abusing prescription IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chaeology, and philosophy throughout the drugs increased 94 percent—twice the in- Thursday, September 29, 2005 United States. With the relatively small amount crease in the number of people using mari- of funding provided by Congress to the agen- Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cy each year, the Endowment provides impor- juana, five times the number of people using honor the citizens of Taiwan and to recognize tant seed money for projects and programs in- cocaine, and 60 times the number of people their democratically elected President Chen cluding scholarly editions of the papers of his- using heroin. Even more disturbing, the report Shui-bian who has made a stopover in the torical and cultural figures, preservation of his- found a 212 percent increase in the number of United States en route to Central America. I torically important books and newspapers, children between the ages of 12 and 17 abus- trust that President Chen has had a good visit seminars and institutes for K–12 teachers and ing prescription drugs. in the U.S. college and university faculty, major television NASPER, which is now Public Law 109–60, In the last five years, Taiwan has continued documentaries, and educational museum exhi- to impress the world as a prosperous island would not have been possible without the bitions. nation, free and democratic. Taiwan is truly Beginning in 2002, at the direction of Presi- leadership provided by Dr. Manchikanti and committed to genuine democratization, as evi- dent Bush and with the support of Congress, ASIPP. I’m confident that the enactment of denced by the third direct presidential election NEH began a historic initiative, We the Peo- NASPER will give physicians and law enforce- of 2004. ple. We the People is a multi-faceted, agency- ment an additional tool to help reduce the By working together, Taiwan and China will wide program focused on examining signifi- number of Americans abusing prescription have the potential to make significant contribu- cant events and themes in our Nation’s his- drugs. tions to peace, security and prosperity in the tory. The initiative is designed to expand

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.038 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1991 awareness and knowledge of the traditions that states, ‘‘(anyone) who in the interest of a front of the French Embassy in Havana, on and values that have formed our Nation, and foreign state, commits an act with the objec- behalf of the liberation of all Cuban political to enhance appreciation of our civic institu- tive of damaging the independence or terri- prisoners, and to protest the current policy of tions. torial integrity of the state of Cuba.’’ The the European Union toward the Cuban Gov- Because contact with the humanities en- Cuban government accused the dissidents of ernment. The Cuban regime mobilized its re- courages individuals and our Nation to seek engaging in activities that could be perceived pressive state security apparatus to intimidate knowledge and wisdom, to reflect deeply on as damaging to Cuba’s internal order, and/or and harass, and eventually arrest and detain issues, and to make sense of and find mean- perceived as encouraging to United States many of those who were planning on attend- ing in our cultural heritage, the mission of the embargoes against the country. ing the peaceful protest. These leaders in the NEH continues to be a worthy national enter- The list of Cuban detainees published by struggle for freedom in Cuba continue to be prise. Amnesty International in their ‘‘Essential detained without cause. I extend my congratulations to the NEH for Measures’’ brief of 2003 reveals some striking The Cuban regime has also arrested more its 40 years of service to the American people. information. Among the detained are 23 peo- than 400 young Cubans, from late 2004 f ple over the age of 50, as well as 5 others through June of 2005, as a ‘‘measure of pre- who are more than 60 years of age. I wonder delinquent security.’’ REMARKS IN SUPPORT OF HOUSE what dissenting activities they were engaging The facts are undeniable; the Castro regime RESOLUTION 388 in that would earn them a collective 1,242 is just as committed today to repressing at- years in prison. These peaceful pro-democ- tempts by the Cuban people to bring demo- HON. DAN BURTON racy advocates, whom Mr. Castro likes to call cratic change to the island and denying the OF INDIANA dissidents or ‘‘enemies of the revolution,’’ were Cuban people their universally recognized lib- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES convicted for activities such as: attending an erties, including freedom of speech, associa- Thursday, September 29, 2005 assembly to promote civil society, possessing tion, movement, and the press as it was in membership in the Committee on Cuban 1959. That is why H.R. 388 is so important; Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, yes- Human Rights, or publishing documents to be because it sends a strong message to the terday the House of Representatives consid- disseminated abroad that represent a clear Castro regime that this House will not forget— ered House Resolution 388, a resolution con- means of implementing the measures estab- and it will not let the world community forget— demning the gross human rights violations lished in Article IV of LIBERTAD, also known those people who are suffering and dying in committed by the Cuban regime, and express- as the Helms-Burton Act, which would in- Cuban prisons for the so-called crime of ing the support of this House for the right of crease the United States sanctions and block- speaking out against the injustices perpetrated the Cuban people to exercise their funda- ades against Cuba. by Castro and his henchmen. mental political and civil liberties. Unfortunately Three of the 75 activists rounded up during Mr. Speaker—although I am very concerned due to scheduled Committee hearings I was the regime’s Spring 2003 crackdown on dis- about the state of democracy throughout the unable to be on the floor during debate on this sent are currently engaging in a hunger strike Western Hemisphere—as it stands today, extremely important resolution. As chairman of to protest the deplorable conditions of their Cuba is the only nation in the hemisphere that the International Relations Committee Sub- confinement; contaminated food and water, is a complete dictatorship. As U.S. service committee on the Western Hemisphere—and excessive heat, filthy conditions and medical men and women put their lives on the line to a long-standing critic of the Castro regime— mistreatment. bring freedom and democracy to people and co-sponsor of the resolution, I want to Christian Liberation Movement member around the world who have long suffered take this opportunity to express my strong Jose´ Daniel Ferrer, who has not eaten for under the hand of tyranny, we only need to support for H. Res. 388. I would also like to more than 22 days. He is serving a 25-year look at Cuba to see what can happen when thank my colleague from Florida, Congress- sentence for promoting the Varela Project, a any Nation shuns democracy and subjugates man LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART—a true champion constitutional petition calling for free elections, itself to the whims of dictatorship. for the Cuban people—for introducing this res- civil liberties and freedom for political pris- I believe that because of the ills inflicted olution and once again highlighting the atro- oners. He recently was placed in a prison unit upon Cuba by the Castro regime, the transi- cious human rights violations the Cuban peo- with dangerous common criminals, a tactic tion from economic stagnation and political op- ple continue to suffer at the hands of Castro’s that Cuban authorities often use to harass and pression to a democratic society built around oppressive regime. injure political prisoners. the principles of respect for the rule of law and Since Castro assumed control of Cuba on V´ıctor Rolando Arroyo, an independent jour- basic human rights—with a free economy—will January 1, 1959, fundamental human rights nalist and librarian, has been on a hunger be a challenging process, but it is an attain- and basic living conditions have deteriorated strike for more than 16 days. In 2000 he spent able endeavor. I have hope that there will be tremendously. Most Cuban people live every 6 months in jail for giving out toys to children a day when the light of democracy shines in day in fear of their government, thousands of on Three Kings Day. Now he is serving a 26- Havana. Until that day, I say to Mr. Castro— whom risk their lives every year to flee the year sentence. His wife says that he has been we will never forget. communist regime by any means necessary— hospitalized. He has refused forced feeding f even attempting to brave the hazardous 90- and is severely dehydrated. mile crossing between the United States and Fe´lix Navarro, a democracy advocate and HONORING THE AUGUSTUS Cuba on makeshift rafts. Varela Project activist, has shared the hunger LUTHERAN CHURCH For a time, they tried to pretend that Mr. strike in solidarity with Mr. Arroyo, who is in Castro had changed his ways, but events in the same prison. Mr. Navarro is serving a 25- HON. JIM GERLACH Cuba over the past two years have reopened year term. OF PENNSYLVANIA the eyes of the world community to the true Just this past July, the Castro regime re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES evil nature of the Castro Regime. For exam- newed its efforts to stamp out the pro-democ- Thursday, September 29, 2005 ple, Castro created a constitutional amend- racy movement. ment permanently making socialism the official On July 13, 2005, the Cuban Government Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to form of state government, and positioning him- detained 24 human rights activists who were honor the Augustus Lutheran Church in self to remain in power until he is either forc- participating in a solemn event in remem- Trappe, Pennsylvania on the occasion of their ibly removed or deceased. In addition to these brance of the victims of the tugboat massacre 275th anniversary. totalitarian mandates, he has staged the most of innocent civilians by the Cuban government The Augustus Lutheran Congregation was sweeping crackdown on peaceful advocates of on July 13, 1994. Human rights activists Rene founded with its first baptism on May 8, 1730. change in the history of Cuba. Montes de Oca, Emilio Leiva Perez, Camilo From there, the first church was built. Origi- On March 18, 2003, Fidel Castro ordered Cairo Falcon, Manuel Perez Soira, Roberto nally described by an early Church press re- the arrest of many writers, poets, librarians, Guerra Perez, and Lazaro Alonso Roman re- lease as a ‘‘shrine of Lutheranism,’’ the Au- and pro-democracy activists in a large-scale main incarcerated from the July 13, 2005, gustus Lutheran Church has diligently served operation to stifle any movement against his event and face trumped up charges of ‘‘dis- its community since 1743. The first church regime. Subsequently, some of the targeted orderly conduct.’’ building was constructed by its first pastor, individuals were released, but 75 remained in On July 22, 2005, Members of the pro-de- Henry Melchior Muhlenberg. Its construction, jail to be tried for their ‘‘crimes’’ against the mocracy opposition in Cuba sought to dem- according to church documents, marks the be- country, citing Article 91 of Cuba’s Penal Code onstrate in a peaceful and orderly manner in ginning of the Lutheran movement in America.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.042 E29SEPT1 E1992 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 This unique church also stands as an ex- District, the Chicago Public Library, and the Macomb. He has been a mentor through Win- traordinary symbol that emphasizes the im- Chicago Department of Children and Youth ning Futures Mentoring Program and serves pressive 275 years that the Augustus’ ministry Services to create a network of after school as a Fitness Council Advisory Board Member has served its community in Pennsylvania. opportunities for teens in underserved commu- for Creating a Healthier Macomb. The Augustus Lutheran Church has always nities. Sheriff Hackel understands that many fac- had a close and reciprocal relationship with its Through After School Matters, Chicago tors influence the law enforcement environ- community. Prior to the construction of the teens take part in engaging activities that pro- ment he is elected to lead and he seeks to Church, the Augustus congregation built the vide skills that translate to the workplace. After bring about a better and safer community first schoolhouse in Providence Township, School Matters helps kids build positive rela- through all of his many endeavors. Pennsylvania, where Muhlenberg served as tionships with adults and peers, providing one of the teachers. Consequently, in 1743 them with access to educational and career Mr. Speaker, I have been privileged to work when the congregation decided to build a opportunities in their neighborhoods and the with Sheriff Mark Hackel and to see first hand church, men in the community donated their city. his many effective endeavors. I ask my col- labor and materials by hauling stone and tim- Programs such as After School Matters are leagues to join me recognizing Sheriff Mark ber, while the women and children split and making a difference in communities throughout Hackel for his commitment to excellence, and shaved shingles for the roof. The official dedi- the United States. These programs deserve his professional and personal devotion to his cation ceremony took place on October 6, our support, and I urge my colleagues to community. 1745 when a dedicatory stone was placed in make after school programs a priority as we the wall over the main entrance. In 1751, the move through the budget process. f gallery was erected to house the newly pur- Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to take this op- HONORING AND RECOGNIZING THE chased pipe organ that was brought from Eu- portunity to recognize the work of these dedi- DEDICATION OF THE MOHAMMAD rope. This pipe organ was unique in that it cated people who help provide quality after ATAYA PARK was one of first pipe organs in any country school opportunities for children. On October church in America. 20th, I urge my colleagues to participate in As the congregation grew throughout the ‘‘Lights On Afterschool’’ and honor the after next one hundred years, so did the need for school programs which serve their commu- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH a new church that could adequately accommo- nities. OF OHIO date its members. In 1852, a new cornerstone f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was laid and a new brick church was con- structed. Throughout the following years, ex- CONGRATULATING SHERIFF MARK Thursday, September 29, 2005 tensive reconstruction was done on the new HACKEL church. Sunday school facilities were created, Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in the pulpit was refurnished, and the pipe organ HON. SANDER M. LEVIN honor and recognition of the Ataya family for was electrified and enlarged by the addition of OF MICHIGAN their collective vision, generosity and concern an echo organ chamber and chimes. In 1960, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the people of Twinsburg, especially the children, for donating their personal property a new parish house was added and in 1987, Thursday, September 29, 2005 new stained glass windows were added. and transforming it into a public park for resi- Today, the Augustus Lutheran Congregation Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratu- dents of all ages to enjoy. Dr. Khalid Ataya, has grown substantially to include 480 families late Sheriff Mark Hackel, who is the recipient his wife, Dr. Alfida Ataya, and their three chil- with 1,000 baptized members. of the 2005 Alexander Macomb Man of the dren, Dana, Samy and Ramsey, have dedi- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join Year Award from the March of Dimes. cated the park in honor of Dr. Ataya’s father, me in recognizing the Augustus Lutheran Mark Hackel has dedicated his professional Mohammad Ataya. Church for its rich and honored history and its life to serving and protecting Macomb County. Mohammad Ataya worked diligently to pro- exemplary contributions to the religious and He began his career in 1981 as a dispatcher vide a safe and secure home for his family in community life of the Trappe area for the past with the Macomb County Sheriff’s Department America, and has also ensured that the cul- 275 years. and since then he has held every rank within tural bridge connecting the Ataya family—from the Department. Through hard work and deter- f Cleveland to Lebanon—remains viable and mination, Mark was elected as Macomb Coun- strong. Mr. Ataya continues to be the center of SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND ty Sheriff in November of 2000. his family, a living legacy defined by a stead- IDEALS OF ‘‘LIGHTS ON AFTER- Sheriff Hackel graduated from Sterling fast dedication to his wife, nine children, and SCHOOL!’’ Heights High School in 1980. He received an his many grandchildren. Associate Degree from Macomb Community SPEECH OF College in 1983, a Bachelor of Art Degree in In a clearing surrounded by trees, play- HON. RAHM EMANUEL Criminal Justice from Wayne State University ground equipment, park benches and picnic in 1991, and a Master Degree in Public Ad- tables spring from the green grass at Moham- OF ILLINOIS mad Ataya Park, located on Cambridge Street IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ministration from Central Michigan University in 1996. in Twinsburg. Plans are already in place to ex- Tuesday, September 27, 2005 To ensure excellence professionally, Sheriff pand the playground and picnic area at the Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Hackel has attended in 1994 the F.B.I. Na- park—preserving a natural space where a strong support of H.J. Res. 66, a resolution tional Academy in Quantico, Virginia, and the sense of renewal is possible and where family supporting the goals and ideals of ‘‘Lights On United States Secret Service Dignitary Protec- unity abounds. Afterschool.’’ Lights On Afterschool is a na- tion School in Washington D.C. He also has Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me tional celebration of after school programs and international training which includes Project in honor and recognition of Dr. Khalid and the dedicated people who keep them going. Harmony Educational Exchange in Lviv, Alfida Ataya, for their vision and generosity in After school programs play an important role Ukraine and the Police Instructor Exchange entrusting their land to the Township of in the lives of millions of school children Program in London, England. Twinsburg for use as a public park, in honor throughout the United States. These programs In addition to being the Sheriff of the third of Dr. Ataya’s father, Mohammad Ataya. Mo- provide fun and educational activities that help largest county in Michigan, Sheriff Hackel hammad Ataya Park will flourish as a vital develop the social, emotional, physical, cul- serves his community in a number of other im- preservation of green space and will exist as tural, and academic skills of children, while portant capacities. He teaches young adults at a peaceful and joyous haven, accessible to all giving them a safe and enriching alternative to Macomb Community College, is a Police citizens, today and for generations to come. the streets. Academy Instructor and an Advanced Police As founding members of the Arab American Students in my home town of Chicago ben- Training Instructor at the Macomb Criminal Community Center for Economic and Social efit from hundreds of exciting after school op- Justice Training Center. Services (AACESS), Dr. Khalid and Dr. Alfida tions. Many of these are coordinated through Sheriff Hackel also participates in many Ataya continue to embrace an energetic spirit After School Matters, a non-profit organization community based organizations such as Moth- and a dedication focused on service to others, which partners with the City of Chicago, the ers Against Drunk Driving, American Cancer and their efforts and volunteerism continue to Chicago Public Schools, the Chicago Park Society, and Traffic Safety Association of enhance our entire community.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K29SE8.001 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1993 HONORING COMCAST CARES DAY HONORING THE 20TH ANNIVER- the No Child Left Behind program. As the SARY OF SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY home of the Trailblazers they have lived up to COLLEGE their mascots name in earning this award. HON. JIM GERLACH This is a testament to the quality of education this school provides and to the hard work the OF PENNSYLVANIA HON. JIM COSTA OF CALIFORNIA administrators, faculty and students have done IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to be one of only thirteen schools in the entire State to win this award. Thursday, September 29, 2005 Thursday, September 29, 2005 Many identify No Child Left Behind with ef- forts to improve failing schools. However, Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to schools like DeSoto Trail that go above and honor Comcast Cable Communications for congratulate San Joaquin Valley College on the celebration of their 20th Anniversary. beyond what is required by the law should not their contributions to community service and San Joaquin Valley College deserves to be be forgotten. I am extremely proud of not just volunteerism as demonstrated in their unique commended for its dedication to maintaining a the students who worked so hard, but also the one-day Comcast Cares Day volunteer com- quality educational environment for all of the faculty and administrators whom spent so munity project. students on its various campuses. The college many hours helping the students become bet- Comcast Cable Communications has an im- has made enormous progress within its twen- ter citizens through education. DeSoto Trail Elementary is a model of ex- pressive history of investing in the people and ty-year history. San Joaquin Valley College has advanced from a student body of less cellence that will serve as an example for the communities that they serve. From its every elementary school throughout the United founding more that 40 years ago, Comcast than 20 and a staff of only 11 to having over 660 students with a faculty of over 100 em- States. This school has proven that through has diligently given back to its communities ployees. hard work and dedication, academic success through various community outreach pro- San Joaquin Valley College was founded in is not out of reach for any student. grams. In 1997, Comcast employees and their 1985. From their humble beginning, the col- Therefore, I ask every member to please, families participated in the Philadelphia Cares lege has always put their students first. They join with me in congratulating the children and Day. The Philadelphia Cares Day began as a offer degree and certificate programs in busi- teachers who have worked so hard to achieve day of city-wide community service in the ness, medical, and technical fields. The col- their goal. I would also like to congratulate Principal Janis Johnson and Assistant Prin- Comcast headquarters’ hometown. Over the lege has ever increasing programs to fit the cipal Hank McGrotha for providing this level of next several years, Philadelphia Cares Day needs of their students. They are also com- mitted to providing the best of both general excellence. became what is now known as Comcast The future of this country depends on the and vocational education. From 1985 to Cares Day. Today, Comcast Cares Day, the success of our education system. As the Rep- present, San Joaquin Valley College has grad- signature event of the company, is a national resentative of Tallahassee, Florida, I am hon- uated over 8,400 students from their Fresno day of volunteer service for Comcast employ- ored and proud to be on the floor today campus alone. speaking about such students and the parents ees and their families in all the communities In 1995 San Joaquin Valley College became who support them everyday. where Comcast operates. regionally accredited by the Western Associa- The goal of Comcast Cable Corporation is tion of Schools and Colleges. The college f to have 30,000 volunteers go into the commu- makes sure to stay involved with the commu- CONSTANCE BAKER MOTLEY’S nities the company serves and give back by nity. The Fresno Campus of San Joaquin Val- LIFE AND LEGACY improving the community aesthetically and by ley College is a strong partner in the local creating a stronger social presence for the community, receiving numerous awards and HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL recognition from some of the following organi- company. At each event, Comcast goes out of OF NEW YORK zations: The Mayor’s Office for the Fresno IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their way to provide free manpower, supplies, Dental Assistants, the California State Job Thursday, September 29, 2005 and refreshment for each event. Most impor- Training Coordinating Council for Outstanding tantly, Comcast Cares Day unifies the com- Service Provider, the Community Appreciation Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pany with the local community by working to- Award from the United Way of Fresno County, commemorate the life and legacy of Judge gether towards a common goal. American Red Cross and so many other note- Constance Baker Motley who died September worthy organizations. 21, 2005. Constance Baker Motley had a re- In 2004, Comcast employees and their fami- markable career as a public servant, achieving lies volunteered to give back to their commu- For the past 20 years San Joaquin Valley College has created superior learning stand- success both as an elected official and as a nity during Comcast Cares Day. This inspiring ards that can only be described as life chang- Federal judge. She made history and contrib- group of individuals logged an estimated ing by all of their graduates. They offer small uted greatly to the widening of opportunities 180,000 hours worth of service in their respec- classes, a family-like atmosphere, flexible for minorities and women. Judge Motley was tive communities. After such an impressive class schedules, hands-on training, financial the first woman and first African-American turnout in 2004, Comcast hopes to exceed aid availability, as well as job placement as- woman to be appointed to the United States their number of volunteers in 2005 by com- sistance. San Joaquin Valley College provides District Court for the Southern District of New pleting projects such as cleaning, painting, quality education in order to produce quality York, the largest Federal trial bench in the landscaping, preparing meals at food banks, potential employees. country; the first African-American woman to be elected to the New York State Senate and and refurbishing community parks and recre- We stand to commend San Joaquin Valley the first woman to the Manhattan Borough ation centers. College as an excellent educational provider and applaud their efforts to strengthen our Presidency. Specifically our area, the spirit of vol- community. Constance Baker Motley was born on Sep- tember 14, 1921 in New Haven, CT, where unteerism and activities of Comcast employ- f ees’ creates a positive impact on the Plymouth her father worked as chef for a Yale University Township Community. One hundred and nine- CONGRATULATIONS TO DESOTO fraternity. Her parents were West Indian emi- ty volunteers will be recruited to work in Plym- TRAIL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL IN grants who encouraged her to excel in school TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA outh Township and they will address numer- and to become involved in community activi- ties. Clarence Blakeslee, a wealthy white con- ous community needs in a day of service to tractor and philanthropist was so impressed by their fellow citizens. HON. ALLEN BOYD OF FLORIDA her that he paid for her college education. She Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES attended Fisk University and graduated from me today in recognizing Comcast Cable Cor- New York University in 1943. In 1946, she re- Thursday, September 29, 2005 poration for their commitment to volunteerism ceived her law degree from Columbia Univer- and community service, not only in Pennsyl- Mr. BOYD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take sity, and married real estate and insurance vania, but throughout the country. this opportunity to congratulate DeSoto Trail broker, Joel Wilson Motley. She also began Elementary School in Tallahassee, Florida for work as a law clerk with the NAACP Legal De- receiving the Blue Ribbon School award under fense and Education Fund. Thurgood Marshall

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K29SE8.002 E29SEPT1 E1994 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 interviewed her for the position and continued songs in churches that had been bombed, and cluding Skull and Bones. She attended local to mentor and support her in the years to spent a night under armed guard with schools in what was then an overwhelmingly come. Medgar Evers, the civil rights leader who white community. was later murdered. One of her first experiences with discrimi- As one of the NAACP’s principal trial attor- But her me´tier was in the quieter, pains- nation came at 15, when she was turned away neys Motley played a role in all of the major taking preparation and presentation of law- from a public beach because she was black. school segregation cases. She helped write suits that paved the way to fuller societal She read books dealing with black history the briefs filed in Brown v. Board of Education, participation by blacks. She dressed ele- and became president of the local N.A.A.C.P. 1954, and she personally tried the cases re- gantly, spoke in a low, lilting voice and, in youth council. She decided that she wanted sulting in the admission of James Meredith to case after case, earned a reputation as the to be a lawyer, but her family lacked money the University of Mississippi and of Charlayne chief courtroom tactician of the civil rights to send their many children to college. After movement. Hunter-Gault and Hamilton Holmes to the Uni- high school, she struggled to earn a living as Gov. George C. Wallace of Alabama and a domestic worker. versity of Georgia. In the 1950’s and 1960’s other staunch segregationists yielded, kick- When she was 18, she made a speech at she argued 10 civil rights cases before the Su- ing and screaming, to the verdicts of courts local African-American social center that preme Court, winning 9. She also represented ruling against racial segregation. These huge was heard by Clarence W. Blakeslee, a white such luminaries as Dr. Martin Luther King and victories were led by the N.A.A.C.P.’s Legal businessman and philanthropist who spon- the Reverend Ralph Abernathy. Defense and Education Fund, led by sored the center. He was impressed and of- In 1964 Motley became the first Black Thurgood Marshall, for which Judge Motley, fered to finance her education. Jack Greenberg, Robert Carter and a handful woman elected to the New York State Senate She decided to attend Fisk University, a of other underpaid, overworked lawyers la- black college in Nashville, partly because and in 1965 she became the first woman bored. she had never been to the South. In Nash- elected to be president of the Borough of In particular, she directed the legal cam- ville, she encountered a rigidly segregated Manhattan. In 1966 she was named U.S. Dis- paign that resulted in the admission of society, and brought her parents a poignant trict Judge, the first African-American woman James H. Meredith to the University of Mis- souvenir: a sign that read ‘‘Colored Only.’’ to be appointed to the federal bench. Her sissippi in 1962. She argued 10 cases before After a year and a half at Fisk, she trans- nomination was approved only after months of the United States Supreme Court and won ferred to New York University. After gradua- nine of them. tion in 1943, she entered Columbia Law fierce political opposition; President Lyndon Judge Motley won cases that ended seg- Johnson had been forced to withdraw his ear- School, where she began to work as a volun- regation in Memphis restaurants and at teer at the N.A.A.C.P.’s Legal Defense and lier nomination of Motley to the Court of Ap- whites-only lunch counters in Birmingham, Education Fund, an affiliate of the National Ala. She fought for King’s right to march in peals for the Second Circuit. Organization for the Advancement of Colored Albany, Ga. She played an important role in Constance Baker Motley is the author of People that Mr. Marshall and his mentor, representing blacks seeking admission to the dozens of articles on legal and civil rights Charles Houston, had created in 1939. Universities of Florida, Georgia, Alabama After she graduated in 1946, she began to issues, including several personal tributes to and Mississippi and Clemson College in work full time for the civil rights group at a Thurgood Marshall. She has received hon- South Carolina. salary of $50 a week. She worked first on orary doctorates from Spelman College, How- She helped write briefs in the landmark ard, Princeton, and Brown Universities, and school desegregation case Brown v. Board of housing cases, fighting to break the restric- Education in 1954 and in later elementary- tive covenants that barred blacks from white from many Connecticut institutions, including neighborhoods. Yale, Trinity, Albertus Magnus, UCONN, and school integration cases. Judge Motley was a tall, gracious and Also in 1946, she married Joel Wilson Mot- the University of Hartford. Among her many stately woman whose oft-stated goal was as ley Jr., a New York real estate broker. He other awards are the NAACP Medal of Honor simple as it was sometimes elusive: dignity survives her, as does their son, Joel III, who and her 1993 election to the National Wom- for all people. Her personal approach was lives in Scarborough, N.Y.; three grand- en’s Hall of Fame. also dignified. When a reporter wrote that children; her brother Edmund Baker of Flor- Judge Constance Baker Motley has truly she had demanded some action by the court, ida; and her sisters Edna Carnegie, Eunice been a trailblazer in the advancement of civil she soon corrected him: Royster and Marian Green, all of New Haven. ‘‘What do you mean ‘I demanded the Mr. Marshall had no qualms about sending rights for all Americans, and a pioneer in her into the tensest racial terrain, precisely breaking racial and gender barriers within the court’? You don’t demand, you pray for relief or move for some action.’’ because she was a woman. She said she be- once homogeneous legal arenas. She is truly Charlayne Hunter-Gault, whose admission lieved that was why she was assigned to the not only an African-American ‘‘shero,’’ she is to the University of Georgia was engineered Meredith case in 1961. an American icon as well. Judge Motley by Mrs. Motley’s legal finesse, described her ‘‘Thurgood says that the only people who leaves behind her husband of 59 years, Joel courtroom cunning. are safe in the South are the women—white Wilson Motley, her son Joel Motley III; three ‘‘Mrs. Motley’s style could be deceptive, and Negro,’’ she said in an interview with often challenging a witness to get away with Pictorial Living, the magazine of The New sisters; a brother; and three grandchildren. York Journal-American, in 1965. ‘‘I don’t I submit to you two obituaries from the Sep- one lie after another without challenging them,’’ she wrote in her book ‘‘In My Place,’’ know how he’s got that figured. But, so far, tember 29th, 2005 edition of the New York published in 1992. ‘‘It was as if she would lull I’ve never been subjected to any violence.’’ Times and from the same edition of the Wash- them into an affirmation of their own arro- Mr. Meredith’s admission to the University ington Post. gance, causing them to relax as she appeared of Mississippi in September 1962 was a major [From the New York Times, Sept. 29, 2005] to wander aimlessly off into and around left victory for the civil rights movement. Mrs. Motley worked on the case for 18 months be- CONSTANCE BAKER MOTLEY, CIVIL RIGHTS field, until she suddenly threw a curveball fore Mr. Meredith’s name was even seen in TRAILBLAZER, DIES AT 84 with so much skill and power it would knock them off their chair.’’ the papers. (By Douglas Martin) As a black woman practicing law in the She made 22 trips to Mississippi as the case Constance Baker Motley, a civil rights South, she endured gawking and more than a dragged on. Judge Motley once called the lawyer who fought nearly every important few physical threats. A local paper in Jack- day Mr. Meredith accepted his diploma in civil rights case for two decades and then be- son, Miss., derided her as ‘‘the Motley 1963 the most thrilling in her life. came the first black woman to serve as a fed- woman.’’ She said her greatest professional satisfac- eral judge, died yesterday at NYU Downtown In 1966, President Lyndon B. Johnson ap- tion came with the reinstatement of 1,100 Hospital in Manhattan. She was 84. pointed her as a judge on the United States black children in Birmingham who had been The cause was congestive heart failure, District Court for the Southern District of expelled for taking part in street demonstra- said Isolde Motley, her daughter-in-law. New York at the urging of Senator Robert F. tions in the spring of 1963. Judge Motley was the first black woman to Kennedy of New York, a Democrat, and with In February 1964, Mrs. Motley’s high-level serve in the New York State Senate, as well the support of Senator Jacob K. Javits, a Re- civil rights profile drew her into politics. A as the first woman to be Manhattan borough publican. The opposition of Southern sen- Democratic State Senate candidate from the president, a position that guaranteed her a ators like James O. Eastland, a Mississippi Upper West Side was ruled off the ballot be- voice in running the entire city under an Democrat, was beaten back, and her appoint- cause of an election-law technicality. She earlier system of local government called ment was confirmed. She became chief judge accepted the nomination on the condition the Board of Estimate. of the district in 1982 and senior judge in that it would not interfere with her Judge Motley was at the center of the 1986. N.A.A.C.P. work and handily defeated a Re- firestorm that raged through the South in Constance Baker was born on Sept. 14, 1921, publican to become the first black woman the two decades after World War II, as blacks in New Haven, the ninth of 12 children. Her elected to the State Senate. She was re- and their white allies pressed to end the seg- parents came from the tiny Caribbean island elected that November. regation that had gripped the region since Nevis at the beginning of the 20th century. She remained in the job until February Reconstruction. She visited the Rev. Dr. Her father worked as a chef for various 1965, when she was chosen by unanimous vote Martin Luther King Jr. in jail, sang freedom Yale University student organizations, in- of the City Council to fill a one-year vacancy

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.051 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1995 as Manhattan borough president. In citywide sulted in the enrollment of two black stu- its 10th anniversary celebration. The Lower elections nine months later, she was re-elect- dents at the University of Georgia. Merion Conservancy was formed in 1995 ed to a full four-year term with the endorse- ‘‘Mrs. Motley’s style could be deceptive, when the Lower Merion-Narberth Watershed often allowing a witness to get away with ment of the Democratic, Republican and Lib- Association merged with the Lower Merion eral Parties. one lie after another without challenging As borough president, she drew up a seven- him,’’ one of the students, journalist Preservation Trust. point program for the revitalization of Har- Charlayne Hunter-Gault, wrote in her 1992 The Conservancy focuses on education, lem and East Harlem, securing $700,000 to book, ‘‘In My Place.’’ But she would ‘‘sud- conservation and the preservation of historic plan for those and other underprivileged denly threw a curve ball with so much skill resources and open space in Lower Merion areas of the city. and power that she would knock them off Township, Montgomery County, PA. The Con- After becoming a federal judge in 1966, their chair.’’ servancy actively engages members of the Judge Motley ruled in many cases, but her Motley also argued the 1957 case in Little community to participate in conservation decisions often reflected her past. She de- Rock, Ark., that led President Eisenhower to call in federal troops to protect nine black through programs such as Stream Watch, in cided on behalf of welfare recipients, low-in- which individuals adopt a stream to monitor, come Medicaid patients and a prisoner who students at Central High. claimed to have been unconstitutionally Also in the early 1960s, she successfully ar- and Bird Watch and Butterfly Watch, in which gued for 1,000 school children to be rein- punished by 372 days of solitary confinement, people identify and number species near their stated in Birmingham, Ala., after the local whom she awarded damages. homes. She continued to try cases after she took school board expelled them for dem- Additionally, the Conservancy has an ease- senior status. Her hope as a judge was that onstrating. She represented ‘‘Freedom Rid- ment program to protect Township properties ers’’ who rode buses to test the Supreme she would change the world for the better, Court’s 1960 ruling prohibiting segregation in and has forest restoration and native plant she said. gardening programs. Folks from the Conser- ‘‘The work I’m doing now will affect peo- interstate transportation. During this time, she represented the Rev. Martin Luther King vancy partner with school groups for edu- ple’s lives intimately,’’ she said in an inter- Jr. as well, defending his right to march in cational programs with children, the highlight view with The New York Times in 1977, ‘‘it Birmingham and Albany, Ga. may even change them.’’ of which is the Children’s Earth Day Forest. Motley and the Legal Defense and Edu- These projects emphasize to our young peo- cation Fund, committed to a careful strat- [From the Washington Post, Sept. 29, 2005] ple the responsibility we all share to protect egy of dismantling segregation through the CIVIL RIGHTS LAWYER BAKER MOTLEY DIES courts, were amazed by the emergence of our natural resources. (By LARRY NEUMEISTER) more militant tactics such as lunch-counter I want to especially recognize the Conser- NEW YORK.—When she was 15, Constance sit-ins, but she came to believe that litiga- vancy’s Executive Director, Mike Weilbacher. Baker Motley was turned away from a public tion was not the only road to equality. His leadership and efforts in educating the beach because she was black. It was only Recalling a 1963 visit to King in jail, she public about the environment and conservation then—even though her mother was active in remarked, ‘‘It was then I realized that we did have earned him awards from the Pennsyl- the NAACP—that the teenager really be- indeed have a new civil rights leader—a man vania Resources Council, the Pennsylvania came interested in civil rights. willing to die for our freedom.’’ Wildlife Association and the Pennsylvania Alli- Motley was born in New Haven, Conn., the She went to law school and found herself ance for Environmental Education. fighting racism in landmark segregation ninth of 12 children. Her mother, Rachel Baker, was a founder of the New Haven chap- I am proud to represent an organization that cases including Brown v. Board of Education, has spent so many years in service of our en- the Central High School case in Arkansas ter of the National Association for the Ad- and the case that let James Meredith enroll vancement of Colored People. Her father, vironment and our community. I wish to ex- at the University of Mississippi. Willoughby Alva Baker, worked as a chef for tend my appreciation, and that of all those Motley also broke barriers herself: She was student organizations at Yale University. who have been helped by members of the the first black woman appointed to the fed- It was the beach incident that solidified Conservancy. I encourage my colleagues to eral bench, as well the first one elected to the course her life would take. join me in saluting the Lower Merion Conser- Though her parents could not afford to the New York state Senate. vancy on reaching this milestone. Motley, who would have celebrated her send her to college, a local philanthropist, f 40th anniversary on the bench next year, Clarence W. Blakeslee, offered to pay for her died Wednesday of congestive heart failure education after hearing her speak at a com- munity meeting. SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND at NYU Downtown Hospital, said her son, Motley earned a degree in economics in IDEALS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE Joel Motley III. She was 84. 1943 from New York University, and three AWARENESS MONTH ‘‘She is a person of a kind and stature the years later, got her law degree from Colum- likes of which they’re not making anymore,’’ bia Law School. SPEECH OF said Chief Judge Michael Mukasey in U.S. In the late 1950s, Motley took an interest District Court in Manhattan, where Motley in politics and by 1964 had left the NAACP to HON. RAHM EMANUEL served. become the first black woman to serve in the OF ILLINOIS From 1961 to 1964, Motley won nine of 10 New York Senate. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES civil rights cases she argued before the Su- In 1965, she became the first woman presi- Tuesday, September 27, 2005 preme Court. dent of the borough of Manhattan, where she ‘‘Judge Motley had the strength of a self- worked to promote integration in public Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in made star,’’ federal Judge Kimba Wood said. schools. strong support of H. Con. Res. 209, Sup- ‘‘As she grew, she was unfailingly optimistic The following year, President Johnson porting the goals and ideals of Domestic Vio- and positive—she never let herself be di- nominated her to the federal bench in Man- lence Awareness Month. Domestic violence verted from her goal of achieving civil hattan. She was confirmed nine months rights, even though, as she developed as a continues to have a devastating effect on later, though her appointment was opposed American families. It is important for Congress lawyer, she faced almost constant condescen- by conservative federal judges and Southern sion from our profession due to her being an politicians. to take a leading role in raising awareness African-American woman.’’ Over the next four decades, Motley handled about this issue. Motley, who spent two decades with the a number of civil rights cases, including her I am proud to have played a leading role in NAACP’s Legal Defense and Educational decision in 1978 allowing a female reporter to creating the 1994 Violence Against Women Fund, started out there in 1945 as a law clerk be admitted to the New York Yankees’ lock- Act during my time in the White House. Since to Thurgood Marshall, then its chief counsel er room. the passage of this important act, the rate of and later a Supreme Court justice. In 1950, Motley is survived by her husband and son, domestic violence in the United States has di- she prepared the draft complaint for what three sisters and a brother. minished. However, there is still work to be would become Brown v. Board of Education. f In her autobiography, ‘‘Equal Justice done in breaking the cycle of violence and ad- Under Law,’’ Motley said defeat never en- HONORING THE 10TH ANNIVER- dressing the root causes of domestic violence. tered her mind. ‘‘We all believed that our SARY OF THE LOWER MERION Domestic violence affects women, men, and time had come and that we had to go for- CONSERVANCY children of all racial, social, religious, ethnic ward.’’ and economic backgrounds. Between 1998 The Supreme Court ruled in her and her HON. JIM GERLACH and 2002, family violence accounted for 11 colleagues’ favor in 1954 in a decision cred- percent of all reported violence in the nation. OF PENNSYLVANIA ited with toppling public school segregation 22 percent of murders in 2002 were com- in America while touching off resistance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mitted by family members of the victims, and across the country and leading to some of Thursday, September 29, 2005 the racial clashes of the 1960s. approximately 15 percent of violent crime con- In the early 1960s, she personally argued Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to victions were for an attack on a family mem- the Meredith case as well as the suit that re- honor the Lower Merion Conservancy during ber.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.055 E29SEPT1 E1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 Congress must support measures to stop Mr. Bell grew up in Cleveland, attended ment award from the Fresno County Bar As- domestic violence before it begins through Baldwin Wallace College and served our sociation. education, transitional housing assistance and country as a paratrooper during WWII and the Mr. Wash was not only a dedicated em- counseling programs. We must also make it a Korean War. In 1959, he became president of ployee he was also an active community par- priority to reauthorize the Violence Against the Lakewood-based Bonne Bell Inc., a com- ticipant. He was a member of the Fresno Ro- Women Act and ensure that this important leg- pany his father had started thirty-two years tary Club, Fowler Friday Evening Club, Gar- islation receives sufficient funding. earlier. den of the Sun Corral of the Westerners Inter- Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman from Mr. Bell’s unwavering integrity, concern for national and the San Joaquin Civil War Texas for introducing this important resolution, others, boundless energy and expansive Roundtable. and I urge my colleagues to join me in support heart, reflected within every facet of his life— Robert Wash had a passion for history that of establishing October as Domestic Violence from his commitment to his family, to his con- he expressed through his amazing writing. His Awareness Month. cern for his employees, to his social activism vast knowledge of the area’s history and his f on behalf of charitable causes. He blazed a love of the subject was projected through his trail of opportunity for all when he became one writings. Many of the historical markers in CONGRATULATING THE AGGELER of the only business leaders in America to ini- Fresno County are inscribed with his words. FAMILY tiate a program to hire senior citizens, some of He was the President of the Fresno County them in their nineties. Many companies have Historical Society and played the role of Con- HON. SANDER M. LEVIN since followed in his path, realizing the signifi- federate President Jefferson Davis at the Civil OF MICHIGAN cant contributions offered by older Americans. War Reenactment ceremonies on several oc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Always focused on the health and well- casions. being of his employees, Mr. Bell, a marathon Aside from being an accomplished writer Thursday, September 29, 2005 runner himself, provided on-site exercise facili- and making incredible professional achieve- Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratu- ties and offered financial incentives for em- ments, Robert Wash was a beloved family late the Aggeler Family, the proud recipients ployees who took personal responsibility for man. He is described as being a good man of the 2005 Donna Greco Issa Family of the their physical health. In 1970, he founded the who took care of his family. Year Award from the March of Dimes. American Heart Association’s Cleveland Robert Wash was his Family’s hero and will Following in the tradition of those families Heart-A-Thon. He also led the effort to estab- continue to be appreciated by his community. who are past recipients of this distinguished lish a tennis tournament between the United f award, the Aggeler Family has a strong and States and Australia that served to promote passionate enthusiasm for family and devotion the development of girls’ junior tennis pro- CONGRATULATIONS TO DEERLAKE to community. grams. MIDDLE SCHOOL IN TALLAHAS- Mr. and Mrs. Aggeler moved from Missouri Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me SEE, FLORIDA to Michigan in 1944. Soon after, they founded in honor and remembrance of Jess A. Bell. a lumber company, John’s Lumber, in Mount Please also join me as I offer my deep condo- HON. ALLEN BOYD Clemens. The business has been in the family lences to his wife of 51 years, Juliana; his chil- OF FLORIDA for over 58 years. dren, Julie, Buddy, James and Joe; his 14 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES John Aggeler believed if you treat people grandchildren; his sister Bonne, and his ex- Thursday, September 29, 2005 well they would continue to come back. This tended family and many friends. Though he ideology is the foundation for the company’s will be greatly missed, the joyous legacy of his Mr. BOYD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take commitment to its community, family, and em- life, framed by kindness, energy and an un- this opportunity to congratulate Deerlake Mid- ployees. Currently, the family’s third genera- wavering focus on lifting the lives of others, dle School, home of the Bucks, in Tallahas- tion is working for the company and continues will live on forever within the hearts of his fam- see, Florida for receiving the Blue Ribbon to reside in Macomb County. ily and friends, and within the spirit of our en- School award under the No Child Left Behind The Aggeler children have continued his tire community. program. This award is certainly a testament to the quality of education this school provides legacy of commitment and outstanding serv- f ice. The thread of service to others runs and to the hard work the administrators, fac- through their family. A TRIBUTE TO ROBERT WASH ulty and students have done to be one of only Michael Aggeler is one of many Aggeler thirteen schools in the entire state to win this children who continues to work for the family HON. JIM COSTA award. business and is extremely active in the com- OF CALIFORNIA Many identify No Child Left Behind with ef- munity. For 31 years, Michael has been a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES forts to improve failing schools. However, member of St Mary’s S.M.A.S.H. outing. He schools like Deerlake that go above and be- Thursday, September 29, 2005 also served for 6 years as a board member of yond what is required by the law should not the Michigan Lumber and Building Materials Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to be forgotten. I am extremely proud of not just Association and is a member of the Mount honor the memory of Robert M. Wash of Fres- the students who worked so hard, but also the Clemens Lions Club. no, California. He is survived by his two sons faculty and administrators whom spent so Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me John and Thomas, and daughter Lynn. many hours helping the students become bet- recognizing the Aggeler Family for their com- Robert Wash was a respected member of ter citizens through education. mitment to their family and employees, along our community and his memory will be forever Deerlake Middle School is a model of excel- with the extraordinary legacy of the service to cherished. He was born to Henry and Effie lence that will serve as an example to every their community. They are well deserving of Wash on May 27, 1908 and grew up in Fresno Middle school throughout the United States. the Donna Greco Issa Family of the Year County. His family instilled in him the qualities This school has proven that through hard work Award. of character with which he touched so many and dedication, academic success is not out f lives. of reach for any student. Upon graduation from Caruthers High Therefore, I ask every member to please, IN HONOR AND REMEMBRANCE OF School, Mr. Wash attended the University of join with me in congratulating the children and JESS A. BELL California, Berkeley; where he graduated with teachers of Deerlake Middle School who have a degree in Economics. Ever the dedicated worked so hard to achieve their goal. I would HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH student he continued his education at Boalt also like to congratulate Principal Jackie Pons OF OHIO Hall and passed the California State Bar and Assistant Principals Gwendolyn Lynn Wil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Exam. He pursued his passion for law by be- liams and Shane Syfrett for providing this level coming a prosecuting attorney in the District of excellence. Thursday, September 29, 2005 Attorney’s office for several years. In 1950, he The future of this country depends on the Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in was appointed Fresno County’s first County success of our education system. As the Rep- honor and remembrance of Jess A. Bell, dedi- Counsel. He retired from the position in 1978, resentative of Tallahassee Florida, I am hon- cated family man, community activist, busi- after serving as County Counsel for 28 years. ored and proud to be on the floor today ness leader, U.S. Veteran, and friend and In 2001, Robert Wash received the highly speaking about such students and the parents mentor to many. prestigious Bernie E. Witkins Lifetime Achieve- who support them everyday.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.058 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1997 PRIME MINISTER P.J. PATTER- I submit the transcript of Prime Minister Pat- Wherever we operate, in the political SON’S REMARKS AT CONGRES- terson’s acceptance speech given on Saturday sphere, no matter what continent or island, SIONAL BLACK CAUCUS AWARDS September 24, 2005 to the Congressional let us recognize that the prevention of geno- DINNER cide, the successful fight against terrorism, Black Caucus’ Annual Legislative Conference the preservation of our global environment Awards Dinner to the CONGRESSIONAL are imperatives. RECORD. HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL ONE HUMAN RACE OF NEW YORK Over a period of two centuries, some fif- I see my brothers and sisters in the CBC as teen million young Africans were crowded IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stalwart partners in the struggle to promote into slave ships, propelled by the winds that economic self-reliance, democratic govern- Thursday, September 29, 2005 sweep the Atlantic at this time of year. ance and social upliftment to fulfill the Family victims of the pernicious system of Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to needs of our citizens. slavery were separated forever according to acknowledge the eloquent remarks made by Together we must continue to strive for the dictates of the plantocracy in the Carib- the Honorable P.J. Patterson, Prime Minister unity of purpose and action among us. We bean, North, Central and South America. of Jamaica as he accepted the Charles Diggs seek together to fashion a single World So, no matter in what country we now re- Award for International Service from the Con- which we can inhabit and where, irrespective side, we are indeed one big family, one peo- of gender, age, religious creed, or colour, we gressional Black Caucus as part of our Annual ple. We are all descendants of those who sur- can all live in harmony together, because we Legislative Conference Awards Dinner on Sat- vived the Middle Passage. urday September 24, 2005. His acceptance Once again, I express the deepest sympathy all belong to the human race. I congratulate you for all you are doing to speech reached beyond words of gratitude, to of the government and people of Jamaica to nurture our confidence in ourselves. I con- encompass a stirring statement of the basis everyone who lost a relative or friend and to gratulate the Foundation for this evening’s all who suffered the traumatic experiences for the commonality of people throughout the splendid and unforgettable ceremony. and material losses of Hurricane Katrina. African Diaspora. Prime Minister Patterson in- In closing, let me quote from Genesis: It is appropriate to underscore our special spired us with his words to promote enlighten- ‘‘Behold they are one people, and they all empathy with our kith and kin, who by all have the same language. And this is what ment, encouragement, unity and brotherhood. accounts, suffered the greatest loss from they began to do, and now nothing which In his address he reminded us of the shared these catastrophes. histories and experiences of Blacks in the I cannot overlook the disdain manifest to they purpose to do will be impossible for Americas and across the globe. He showed the plight of the poor in Louisiana and the them. [Genesis 11:6].’’ May the Almighty continue to guide and how those who survived the Middle Passage weakness in the early response to the devas- bless us all. were indeed part of a larger family of shared tation, so arrogantly described as a Third experience. Prime Minister Patterson illus- World situation. f No one can dispute the fact that the Afri- trated the common experiences of poverty, ne- SUPPORTING GOLD STAR glect and misrepresentation that affected the can American influence on the culture and vibrancy of New Orleans is the most perva- MOTHERS DAY social status of Africa and its descendants of sive, has giving heart and soul to this unique the Diaspora alike. His message showed that city. SPEECH OF the neglectful actions of federal, state, and HONOURED local governments following Hurricane Katrina HON. RAHM EMANUEL Tonight, I am honoured to receive this OF ILLINOIS were a microcosm of the global experience of high and special award of the Congressional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES blacks everywhere in the world. He gave us Black Caucus Foundation. hope that through this shared history, we have I do so with a sense of humility, yet grati- Wednesday, September 21, 2005 a common foundation from which we as one fied that my efforts have received the rec- Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in people regardless of nation, or geographic lo- ognition of such a distinguished organiza- strong support of H.J. Res. 61, Supporting the cation can stand on to fight injustice around tion. Goals and Ideals of Gold Star Mothers Day. I the world, especially since those of African de- I do so on behalf of my colleagues who am proud to be a cosponsor of this important scent suffer most from the injustices. serve with me in the Caribbean and, as in- Mr. Patterson also reminded and encour- cumbent Chairman of the Group of 77 and resolution, which honors the mothers of those China, a Group which embraces every sov- who have made the ultimate sacrifice for our aged us as public officials and as citizens of ereign nation on the Mother Continent of Af- the world to continue the fight for what we nation. rica. We often invoke the sacrifices of our na- vowed to do, fight for justice on the local, na- Many decades ago, Marcus Mosiah Garvey tional and international levels. He reminded us implored us to redress the inequities of our tion’s fallen in general. Seldom do we take the in the African American community that we history and change irreversibly the cruel im- time to thank them and their families individ- are not alone in our struggle for justice and balance that our people have suffered in the ually. In June and July of this year, I joined 21 equality. We are part of a global struggle to economic arena and social development, at other members from both sides of the aisle to bring empowerment to those who are poor both the global and domestic levels. read the names of each of our fallen on the We are yet to complete that mandate. and oppressed around the world and that we house floor. I am pleased to have this oppor- The uphill climb we face, likening us once tunity to recognize an thank the mothers of must take courage from our faith that what is to children of Sisyphus, must not deter us. right will prevail. We all have to engage all our To quote Maya Angelou: ‘‘History, despite these individual heroes. energies and intellects in the struggle to build its wrenching pain, cannot be unlived, but if President Franklin D. Roosevelt once wrote the national and global framework where faced with courage, need not be lived again.’’ to the mother of a fallen serviceman, ‘‘He marginalized groups, industrialized countries, BUILDING A JUST WORLD stands in the unbroken line of Patriots who and developing nations alike have an equal It has been my passionate resolve through- have dared to die that freedom might live, and voice in the determination of how best we pro- out my public life to engage all my energies grow and increase its blessings. Freedom tect and share the resources of not only our and my intellect in the struggle to build the lives, and through it he lives, in a way that country and others alike, but our planet as global framework where industrialized coun- humbles the undertakings of most men.’’ well. tries and developing nations alike have an Organizations such as American Gold Star Prime Minister P.J. Patterson and his words equal voice in the determination of how best Mothers keep the memory of these heroes of hope and optimism were a breath of fresh we protect and share the resources of the alive, as they help fellow mothers and family only planet where human life exists; members of the fallen work through the grief air to his audience during such despondent That we recognize there can be no lasting and confusing times. He gives direction where peace so long as a few seek to perpetuate po- of losing a loved one. They are also actively there is seemingly none, and he makes sense litical and social dominance to the det- involved in their communities, visiting VA hos- out of a seemingly senseless world. Thank riment of those who have been marginalized pitals, helping veterans with claims to the Vet- you, Mr. Patterson for your words of encour- far too long. erans Administration and volunteering at patri- agement and hope, and for exhibiting much Injustice anywhere threatens justice ev- otic and memorial services throughout the courage and strength during a time when the erywhere. year. world needs leaders with such characteristics. Why should we continue to spend trillions Mr. Speaker, I would like to echo the words of dollars and devote so much of our profes- The citizens of Jamaica are truly blessed to sional and technical skills to making arma- of President Abraham Lincoln, who wrote to have a leader like you, to guide them success- ments and weapons of mass destruction when the mother of five fallen soldiers in the Civil fully into the future and we are as a people people are dying of hunger, when lives are War: ‘‘I pray that our heavenly Father may as- are fortunate to have you as part of our Afri- cut short by malaria, tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS suage the anguish of your bereavement, and can family. and infectious diseases? leave you only the cherished memory of the

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.063 E29SEPT1 E1998 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 loved and lost, and the solemn pride that must ANNIVERSARY OF THE INDEPEND- ship between Cyprus and the United States is be yours to have laid so costly a sacrifice ENCE OF THE REPUBLIC OF CY- strong and enduring, and we stand together upon the alter of freedom.’’ PRUS celebrating democracy and freedom. We owe gold star mothers and their families f a debt that can never be fully repaid. I hope HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY THE SOCIAL SECURITY COLA all Americans will take this opportunity to rec- OF NEW YORK PROTECTION ACT ognize and thank America’s Gold Star Moth- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ers. Thursday, September 29, 2005 HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today f OF SOUTH DAKOTA to honor the 45th Anniversary of the Republic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Cyprus. It was on October 1, 1960, that Cy- CONGRATULATING COMMISSIONER Thursday, September 29, 2005 NANCY WHITE prus became an independent republic after decades of British colonial rule. Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, before I was I am very fortunate and privileged to rep- elected to the House of Representatives, I HON. SANDER M. LEVIN resent Astoria, Queens—one of the largest made a promise to thousands of seniors in and most vibrant communities of Greek and South Dakota that, if they would send me to OF MICHIGAN Cypriot Americans in this country. Among my Washington, I would fight for them, stand by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES greatest pleasures as a Member of Congress them, and make their voice heard. To help are participating in the life of this community keep that promise by protecting the retirement Thursday, September 29, 2005 and the wonderful and vital Cypriot friends that income of nearly 100,000 South Dakotans Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratu- I have come to know. from rising health care costs, the ‘‘Social Se- late Commissioner Nancy White, who is the As a full-fledged member of the European curity COLA Protection Act’’ was the first piece recipient of the 2005 Alexander Macomb Union, Cyprus is playing a vital role in Euro- of legislation I introduced upon my arrival. Woman of the Year Award from the March of pean affairs while also strengthening relations Today, I am reintroducing the ‘‘Social Secu- Dimes. with the United States. On July 25, the United rity COLA Protection Act’’ because the situa- States and the Republic of Cyprus signed a tion facing seniors in South Dakota and Nancy White has dedicated her life to edu- reciprocal Proliferation Security Initiative (PSI) around the country is just as dire today as it cating and improving her community. After Ship Boarding Agreement, which is aimed at was a year ago. Mrs. White received her Bachelor’s degree preventing the proliferation of weapons of For retirees who depend on Social Security from Michigan State University and her Mas- mass destruction. Cyprus was the first EU benefits to live, the only defense against in- ter’s degree from Wayne State University, she member to sign this agreement. Earlier this creasing prices for food, clothing and energy began her 22-year career in the Fraser Public month Cyprus became a signatory to the Inter- is an annual cost-of-living adjustment, or School District. She served as a teacher, national Convention for the Suppression of COLA. However, rising Medicare premiums counselor, and coach. Acts of Nuclear Terrorism. Finally, in the wake are diminishing the purchasing power of this In 1992, Mrs. White was elected by the peo- of Hurricane Katrina, Cyprus offered both its yearly increase in benefits. ple of Fraser and southern Clinton Township condolences and assistance to the victims of Over the last 5 years, monthly Medicare as their representative on the Macomb County this horrible disaster. Part B premiums have nearly doubled. On Board of Commissioners. Since then, she has I am saddened that the commemoration of September 16th, the Centers for Medicare and dedicated the last seven years to the County Cyprus’ Independence Day this year, as in the Medicaid Services announced that Medicare Board. Her strong leadership was recognized past, is clouded by the fact that Cyprus con- beneficiaries will pay an additional 13 percent by her fellow board members and she was tinues to be illegally occupied by the Turkish out of their Social Security checks in 2006. elected in January 2005 to serve a two-year military forces, in violation of U.N. Security This marks the third consecutive rise of more term as chair of the Macomb County Board of Council resolutions. On July 20, 1974, Turkey than 10 percent and exceeds the 12 percent Commissioners. invaded Cyprus, and to this day continues to increase Medicare’s trustees predicted in Mrs. White is committed to efficient and re- maintain an estimated 35,000 heavily armed March. Every dollar that goes toward rising sponsive County government. She lives out troops. However, I remain hopeful that an end Medicare premiums is one less South Dako- this commitment by creating a Strategic to this division will be achieved. ta’s seniors can use to pay for groceries or Visioning Task Force, a forum for Mayors Cyprus and the United States have a great utility bills. throughout the County and endeavoring to deal in common. We share a deep and abid- We’re not wealthy in South Dakota. Retirees work on a bipartisan basis. She was the Co- ing commitment to democracy, human rights, in South Dakota clip coupons. They put off Chair of a County-wide effort to defend the free markets, and the ideal and practice of buying the things they need. They live mod- County’s military installations in the recent equal justice under the law. Despite the hard- estly because that is what they must do to get BRAC process. She has traveled to the Middle ships and trauma caused by the ongoing Turk- by. It is no exaggeration to say that retirees in East on a trade mission with other government ish occupation, Cyprus has registered remark- South Dakota need every penny of their and business leaders from Southeastern able economic growth, and the people living in COLA. Not just so they can maintain a basic Michigan. the Government-controlled areas enjoy one of standard of living—but so they can live with Mrs. White’s excellent leadership skills are the world’s highest standards of living. Sadly, dignity. not only utilized on the Macomb County Board the people living in the occupied area continue My legislation protects retirees by ensuring of Commissioners. She served as chair of the to be mired in poverty. that no more than 25 percent of their COLA Macomb County Community Mental Health I am encouraged that since the Turkish oc- can be absorbed by the increase in Medicare Board and co-chair of the Clinton Township cupation regime partially lifted restrictions on premiums. Next year, it would protect 100,000 American Red Cross Blood Drive. freedom of movement across the artificial line South Dakotans who otherwise would see of division created by Turkey’s military occu- their scarce dollars taken from food, clothing In 2002, the community acknowledged Mrs. pation, hundreds of thousands of Greek Cyp- and other essential purchases. For those who White’s leadership and commitment. She was riots and Turkish Cypriots have crossed the depend on Social Security to pay their bills, awarded The Woman of Distinction Award U.N. ceasefire line to visit their homes and this legislation will help them save enough to from the Girl Scouts of America for her many properties or areas of their own country that buy new clothes, extra medicine or just a outstanding contributions as a mentor and were inaccessible to them for nearly 30 years. plane ticket to visit the grandchildren. community leader. The peaceful and cooperative spirit in the per- Last Congress, my legislation had the sup- Mr. Speaker, I have been honored to work son-to-person, family-to-family interactions be- port of 116 members of the House and of in collaboration with Mrs. White over a number tween Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots prominent advocacy groups for seniors such of years and to see first hand her commitment bodes well for the successful reunification of as the National Committee to Preserve Social and devotion to improving communities Cyprus. Security and Medicare, the Alliance for Retired throughout Macomb County. I ask my col- In the times we are facing, it is clear that di- Americans and Families USA. I hope that leagues to join me in congratulating Commis- visions among people create harmful, destruc- Congress will take up and pass this legislation sioner Nancy M. White as she receives this tive environments. We must find a peaceful quickly, because the need for it is real and im- distinguished award. solution to the Cyprus problem. The relation- mediate.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.066 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1999 This fall, just as Medicare premiums go up, a remarkable, courageous man who has dedi- est—United States Marine Lance Corporal temperatures in South Dakota will be going cated himself to improving the lives of those Joshua Butler of Altoona, PA. Butler, who down. Seniors will sit at their kitchen tables, around him. Dr. Paul Pepe is a fine member dreamed of being a U.S. Marine since he was reading through the bills, and they may won- of my home community of Dallas, Texas, and four years old, protected hundreds of his fel- der yet again how they are going to make it I am proud to announce that he has been rec- low comrades from suicide bombers mounting through the month. We owe it to them to do ognized for his contribution in emergency an attack with trucks, explosives and no re- better. I will work to see that we will. medical services from the American College gard for human life. f Emergency Physicians. The award, presented Butler was stationed in Iraq along the Syrian by U.S. Surgeon General Richard Carmona in border, and while guarding the base’s perim- FREEDOM FOR VIRGILIO Washington, D.C. on Monday, September 26, eter from a lookout tower his post was at- MARANTA GUELMES 2005, recognized Dr. Pepe for his achieve- tacked. Butler sprayed the first suicide bomber ments during a 30 year career that included with 20 or 30 rounds causing him to veer off HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART education and service to numerous city, state at the last moment to miss his target. The OF FLORIDA and federal agencies. truck, filled with explosives and manned by a Dr. Pepe, a prote´ge´ of Drs. Leonard Cobb IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES suicide-mission insurgent, crashed through the and Michael Copass from the University of improvised barrier the Marines had built up Thursday, September 29, 2005 Washington in Seattle, may be best known as along the edge of the base. After being Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. one of the lead authors of the initial 1991 knocked down by the blast, Lance Corporal Speaker, I rise to speak about Virgilio Maranta American Heart Association publications. Butler remained focused, alert and ready. Dr. Pepe co-authored a comprehensive Guelmes, a political prisoner in totalitarian Through the smoke of the blast, he saw a red, Early Childhood Center curriculum for K Cuba. suicide-driven fire engine coming toward the Mr. Maranta Guelmes is a pro-democracy through 12 school children, and he cham- pioned statewide training of middle school stu- base. Butler fired 100 rounds onto the vehicle. activist and a delegate of the 24th of February After the truck was hit by a grenade, launched Movement. The movement is named for both dents using high school seniors as instructors in both CPR and automated external by Pfc. Charles Young, its explosives were the commencement of the glorious Cuban War defibrillator use. In addition, he helped to forge detonated outside of the base but within 50 of Independence in 1895, and the day in 1996 the exact language and subsequent passage yards of Butler. Debris from this blast sprayed when two civilian aircraft carrying four mem- of one of the most liberal Good Samaritan the length of 4 football fields and knocked bers of the Brothers to the Rescue movement Laws ever enacted in any state regarding AED down soldiers as far as 200 yards away. But were shot down over international waters by use by bystanders. Translating all of these no Marines were seriously hurt, including But- the Cuban dictatorship’s fighter jets. The 24th ambitious CPR initiatives into major media ler. of February Movement desires and struggles events—and ultimately thousands of lives Lance Corporal Butler’s actions saved the for freedom in Cuba. saved—Dr. Pepe has been labeled in some lives of hundreds of his fellow Marines and Because of his belief in freedom and de- educational circles as a ‘‘Mentor to Millions.’’ marked a significant victory against the insur- mocracy, Mr. Maranta Guelmes has been a Dr. Pepe has been a longstanding member gents in Iraq. The suicide bombers mission constant target of the tyrant’s machinery of re- of the National Advanced Cardiac Life Support was thwarted by Butler’s courageous and pression. According to Amnesty International, and Basic Life Support committees of the timely reaction. An estimated 21 insurgents he was arrested and imprisoned in the totali- American Heart Association. He has also were killed that day while 15 were reported tarian gulag on December 6, 2002. On May served on national ad hoc committees for var- wounded. 19, 2002, he was again detained and interro- ious AHA activities including its upcoming Na- Lance Corporal Butler—You are a U.S. Ma- gated by the dictatorship. In that interrogation, tional Mass CPR Training Day initiative. rine and a hero, and across the country Amer- he was told to abandon his activities with the In addition to his AHA duties, Dr. Pepe also icans are proud of your leadership. Thank you 24th of February Movement. serves as the Emergency Medicine and Trau- for serving when your nation called. Mr. Maranta Guelmes, knowing full well the ma Consultant to such diverse entities as the f heinous repression that awaited him if he con- White House Medical Unit, ABC News and the tinued to advocate for freedom for the people National Basketball Association Trainers. Most A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF of Cuba, never wavered in his convictions. Un- recently, he trained the U.S. Surgeon General, APRIL RENETTA LOVE fortunately, on May 18, 2004, in a sham trial, Dr. David Satcher, and several dozen of his Mr. Maranta Guelmes was sentenced to 3 highest ranking senior staff members in CPR HON. MIKE ROSS years in the totalitarian gulag. and AED use. OF ARKANSAS Let me be very clear, Mr. Maranta Guelmes A ubiquitous and popular world-wide lecturer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is locked in a dungeon because he desires and author of hundreds of published scientific Thursday, September 29, 2005 freedom for Cuba. The U.S. State Department papers and abstracts, Dr. Pepe has been fea- describes the conditions in the gulag as, tured routinely in many network and prime- Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ‘‘harsh and life threatening.’’ The State Depart- time broadcasts. He has won multiple health honor the life of April Renetta Love of Hope, ment also reports that police and prison offi- policy, community service, academic and pro- Arkansas. April was born on May 1, 1985 in cials beat, neglect, isolate, and deny medical fessional society awards, both here and Texarkana and passed away this month in treatment to detainees and prisoners. abroad, and he has provided consultation for Fayetteville, Arkansas. I wish to recognize her Mr. Speaker, it is unconscionable that any- multiple foreign governments regarding the co- life and achievements. one, anywhere, is imprisoned in sub-human ordination of emergency health services. A 2003 honors graduate of Hope High gulags simply for their belief in truth, freedom Dr. Pepe is a dedicated community servant, School, April was a junior at the University of and democracy. At the dawn of the 21st cen- activist, and leader. He is a tremendous asset Arkansas and was majoring in Political tury, mankind must no longer tolerate pris- to Dallas, and through his tireless work, my Science, Communications, and African-Amer- oners of conscience in any form, in any place, home town has become a better place to live ican Studies. in any country. My colleagues, we must cry and a safer place to grow up. I am proud to April was extremely active in a wide array of out for the immediate and unconditional re- join his family, his colleagues and the North campus organizations at the University of Ar- lease of Virgilio Maranta Guelmes and all pris- Texas community in congratulating Dr. Pepe kansas. She was a member of Alpha Kappa oners of conscience in the totalitarian Cuba. on a job well done. Alpha sorority, the Order of the Eastern Star f f Youth Fraternity and Young Democrats. Her LANCE CORPORAL JOSHUA interest in politics extended beyond campus TRIBUTE TO DR. PAUL PEPE BUTLER and she spent the summer of 2005 interning for the Congressional Black Caucus in the na- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON tion’s capital, when I had the privilege of meet- HON. BILL SHUSTER ing this bright and talented young woman. OF TEXAS OF PENNSYLVANIA April was also an accomplished musician and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served as the church pianist for seven years. Thursday, September 29, 2005 Thursday, September 29, 2005 April will forever be remembered for her Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to contagious smile, her leadership and for her Mr. Speaker, I would like to talk today about recognize and distinguish one of America’s fin- commitment to furthering her education. My

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.069 E29SEPT1 E2000 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 deepest condolences go out to her parents, the federal government will just cover the gap. INTRODUCING THE PUBLIC Ira and Magic Love; her sisters, Bridget and No state spends more than New York does to HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL Crystal; her brother, Stephen; and her grand- care for its residents with HIV and AIDS—over EQUITY ACT parents. April’s legacy and spirit will live on in $3 billion last year. New York has always those whose lives she touched. viewed this funding as a partnership between HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS f the state, cities and federal government and OF FLORIDA REMARKS ON RYAN WHITE CARE should not lose out on future federal funding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ACT REAUTHORIZATION for being at the forefront of providing progres- Thursday, September 29, 2005 sive services and treatment. Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL Secondly the President’s proposal for a min- rise today with my good friend, Representative OF NEW YORK imum of 75 percent of Ryan White CARE Act HILDA SOLIS, and Senators KERRY and DURBIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES funding to be spent on core medical services to introduce the Public Health and Environ- mental Equity Act. Thursday, September 29, 2005 should be seriously revisited. While there is no question that appropriate funding should be di- It has been 5 weeks since Hurricane Katrina Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, tomorrow, Con- rected towards medical care, localities that devastated the lives and landscapes of the gress will stand by and allow the Ryan White benefit from comprehensive state funding for gulf coast region. The floodwaters that rav- CARE Act to expire. While this does not sig- medical care, might better serve patients with aged Louisiana, Alabama, and Mississippi in nify the end to the program, it does under- the last month have finally begun to recede using the funding for transportation to medical score our responsibility to conduct hearings and America and the world have become all visits, emergency housing assistance for and vote on its soon overdue reauthorization. too aware of the losses suffered by the citi- We must act swiftly to ensure that this land- homeless patients, and other key services. zens of these areas. They have lost family mark program, which provides lifesaving treat- This hard number fails to reflect the different and loved ones. Most have lost homes, jobs, ment to more than half a million persons living resources that cities like New York utilize to and businesses. And in their greatest hour of with HIV/AIDS each year, be strengthened to care for their patients, and the changing needs need, they were left abandoned and forgotten. meet the changing needs of their care. of the HIV/AIDS patient population. Our own President was forced to admit the New York City has always had a special re- As a member of the Energy and Commerce shortcomings of the so-called ‘‘relief’’ effort. spect for the opportunities the Ryan White Committee, I look forward to holding hearings While nothing can ever make up for the mis- CARE Act affords the city in serving the needs on the reauthorization of the Ryan White ery endured in the first days of the storm, of our HIV/AIDS population. New York City CARE Act. We must work together with the there is plenty we must do to alleviate addi- comprises three percent of the nation’s popu- Senate to strengthen and preserve the foun- tional harm as rebuilding begins. Understand- lation, but more than 16 percent of the na- dation of the Ryan White CARE Act program ably, residents are anxious to get back to their tion’s AIDS cases. As of December 31, 2003, with the compassion and thoughtful consider- homes and to their lives. Anxious contractors there were 142,085 cumulative AIDS cases in with a different agenda have vowed that such ation it deserves. NYC, and 88,479 City residents diagnosed as a mission can be fulfilled sooner rather than Persons Living With HIV/AIDS. Although Ryan later. They want us to believe that homes, f White CARE Act is widely considered the buildings, and schools fully submerged from payer of last resort for people with HIV/AIDS, ANNIVERSARY OF THE 19TH weeks of raw sewage, pesticides, solvents, it fills much of the void in providing treatment AMENDMENT decaying corpses, and teaming with mold will and support services for those who either are magically become clean and safe to move uninsured or underinsured, without the nec- into. essary resources to access desperately need- How will they accomplish such a feat? Their ed care. HON. DALE E. KILDEE plan: Have the EPA completely waive every We must do better by CARE Act funding. OF MICHIGAN environmental mandate that has protected us This program has been virtually flat funded for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for 35 years. Simply put, this means that any- years, and its AIDS Drug Assistance Pro- one involved in Katrina rebuilding will be al- grams (ADAP) only received a ten million dol- Thursday, September 29, 2005 lowed to dump where they want, pollute where lar increase in this year’s House Labor-HHS and when they want, and contaminate for as bill. Many very low-income people continue to Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you long as they want. It’s a quick-but-dirty solu- be shut-out from ADAP programs due to today to celebrate a true milestone in our Na- tion for cleanup and reconstruction with no re- states’ varying income eligibility levels, which tion’s history, the 85th anniversary of our Con- gard for maintaining clean air, water, or soil. can range from 125 percent to 500 percent of stitution’s 19th amendment, guaranteeing that Once in place, environmental loopholes attrib- the Federal Poverty Level. Without early, ag- ‘‘the rights of citizens to vote shall not be de- uted to Katrina recovery in the gulf region will gressive treatment people living with HIV/AIDS nied or abridged by the United States or by also be the excuse for any company to create can experience rapid and often irreversible any State on account of sex.’’ toxic breeding grounds anywhere in the coun- disease progression. Additionally, if care is in- The efforts of pioneers in the fight for wom- try. Your backyard could be next. terrupted drug resistance can develop, which Mr. Speaker, waiving these long-standing en’s suffrage such as Susan B. Anthony, Alice compromises their ability to properly control environmental regulations is an irresponsible Paul, Lucretia Mott, and Elizabeth Cady Stan- their health. Now, more than ever, the Presi- and unconscionable way to jump-start the re- dent should release emergency ADAP funding ton, served not only to advance women’s building process. What we’ll end up with are to help host states care for the estimated rights, but also promoted equality for all Amer- toxic residues that will sicken these commu- 8,000 victims of Hurricane Katrina, who have icans. nities for years to come. Residents who return been displaced from their homes and net- I would also like to acknowledge the con- to their homes under such EPA waivers will works of care. tributions made by Business and Professional face a lifetime of illness and uncertainty about The President’s Principles for Ryan White Women/USA during the suffrage movement, the water they drink, the air they breathe, and CARE Act Authorization include some trou- most notably the organization’s oldest Michi- the soil they walk on every day. Failure to fully bling provisions which could have devastating gan chapter, located in Saginaw. These implement current environmental health and results for communities’ ability to provide con- women were dedicated to protecting and de- safety regulations jeopardizes every human sistent, appropriate care for persons living with fending human dignity. Those beliefs remain and ethical standard we claim to hold dear. HIV/AIDs. The proposed Severity of Need for today with the current members of BPW, who Loosening these environmental safeguards will Core Services Index will change funding for- continue to strive for the betterment of women further victimize those still struggling to regain mulas to take into account the availability of in society. their lives. other resources, like state and local funding We know what Katrina’s victims look like; streams. This is bad public policy as it pun- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the we know their income level; and we know why ishes states that have taken responsibility for 109th Congress to please join me in recog- they’ve been ignored. To roll back highly re- their local HIV care and creates a powerful nizing the 85th anniversary of the 19th amend- garded environmental protections will add in- disincentive for other states to prioritize fund- ment to the Constitution. It has helped make sult to an already festering injury of racial and ing for HIV funding in future years, if they think our country a better place in which to live. social injustices. The citizens of the gulf coast

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.074 E29SEPT1 September 29, 2005 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2001 want the same things the rest of America cational, personal, and economic well-being. I a safety net for battered legal immigrants and strives for—a safe place to live, work, and ask, why, then, are we considering inserting a their children by allowing them access to work raise their families. They expect their elected poison pill into this remarkable piece of legis- permits, health insurance, food, and other officials to uphold laws that secure these basic lation? The amendment offered by Mr. benefits required to escape their abuser and necessities. They deserve our assurances and BOUSTANY would severely block the program’s gain economic independence. our actions that the value of their lives are no participants, children and parents, from climb- It is time that we change attitudes in this longer a back burner issue. ing out of poverty to self-sufficiency. This is country so that violence against women is no Katrina’s victims already survived the worst simply unacceptable in light of what Katrina longer tolerated. We are devoting extensive natural disaster in modern American history. has unearthed as a systemic problem in our resources to ending terror around the world, They’ve already survived a relief effort that country: widespread and unresolved poverty. while at the same time one in four women can only be described as shameful. Why on This amendment would prevent volunteer continue to be terrorized by domestic violence earth would we create a man-made catas- Head Start parents from moving off the wel- and sexual assault in their lifetime. It is time trophe and tell them it’s in their best interest? fare rolls into self-sufficiency as Head Start that we devote the same amount of resources The resolution which we are introducing certified teachers, simply because they are the to ending a form of violence that terrorizes today makes Congress’s commitment clear wrong religion. This outcome is not needed, over half the population of this globe. We must and obvious that we do not believe that not wanted, and definitely not helpful to the teach our sons that violence of any kind is un- Katrina—or any other natural disaster—should millions living in poverty today. acceptable; we must give our daughters en- be used to justify rolling back and completely Additionally, this amendment also sets a couragement and support so they have the waiving environmental regulations. I ask for dangerous precedent: such a change would self-esteem to leave abusive relationships; our colleagues’ support and urge the House to allow faith-based organizations to discriminate and we must start to envision a world free of move this resolution swiftly. not just on the basis of a person’s religious af- violence against women. I believe that if we all f filiation, but also on how closely they follow work together, we can turn this vision into re- the tenets of that religion. This could include ality. But it is going to take resources, hard PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION religious beliefs on medical treatments, mar- work, and, most of all, incredible resolve. I OF H.R. 2123, SCHOOL READINESS riage, pregnancy, gender, and even race. challenge my colleagues to make the fight ACT OF 2005 Don’t let Head Start fail by excluding quali- against domestic violence a top priority, and fied teachers and engaged parents from Head together we can make this country a safer SPEECH OF Start programs run by faith-based organiza- place for our mothers, daughters, sisters, and HON. RAU´ L M. GRIJALVA tions. I urge my colleagues to vote no on final friends. OF ARIZONA passage if this dangerous amendment passes. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f CONGRATULATIONS TO THE Thursday, September 22, 2005 SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND FRANK C. LEAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL UPON BEING NAMED A Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Chairman, I rise today IDEALS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE NATIONAL BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL in support of H.R. 2123, as this bill is a re- AWARENESS MONTH OF EXCELLENCE markable improvement on last Congress’s version and includes important provisions SPEECH OF ´ which will benefit all Head Start participants. I HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ OF CALIFORNIA will, however, vote against this legislation if OF ILLINOIS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Leadership succeeds in inserting a ‘‘poison IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pill’’ that, if adopted, would mark the first time Thursday, September 29, 2005 Tuesday, September 27, 2005 Congress would permit organizations that run Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California. Mr. Head Start programs to discriminate against Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise Speaker, on September 22nd, the Frank C. job applicants solely on the basis of their reli- today to support all the women and children Leal Elementary School of Cerritos was gion. who have survived domestic violence, and for awarded the distinct honor of being named a While by no means a perfect bill, this legis- all the women whose lives have been claimed National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence. lation stands as a testament to the progress by domestic abuse. It is abhorrent that vio- Frank C. Leal Elementary joins 33 other public that can be made through bipartisan coopera- lence within our homes continues to be preva- schools and seven additional private schools tion. This bill contains none of the controver- lent today—nearly one in four American in the State of California who have also been sial provisions from last Congress, such as women report being physically or sexually named National Blue Ribbon Schools of Ex- block granting or universal competitions. In- abused by a husband or boyfriend at some cellence. I commend the efforts of each and stead, H.R. 2123 contains several provisions point in their lives. Violence against women is every one of these outstanding California which will benefit all Head Start participants, a profound and extremely pervasive problem, schools. and I am proud of this fact and have worked striking across borders, across economic, cul- The Blue Ribbon Schools is a national rec- hard with my Colleagues towards achieving tural and ethnic backgrounds, and across all ognition program sponsored by the U.S. De- these goals. age groups. It is an epidemic that affects not partment of Education. The 22-year-old pro- In particular, H.R. 2123 provides additional only women, but their children and families as gram encourages states to nominate public resources for Migrant and Seasonal Head well. and private kindergarten through grade twelve Start (MSHS) program expansion, which will As we recognize National Domestic Vio- schools that are either academically superior allow for thousands of farm-worker children to lence Awareness Month this October, it is time or demonstrate dramatic gains in student exit the fields and enter the classroom. This that we actively work to end violence against achievement. expansion includes a 5% funding floor for Mi- women. I would like to draw special attention This Blue Ribbon distinction duly recognizes grant and Seasonal Head Start. In step with to immigrant women who continue to lack ac- the level of excellence that is achieved every- this funding floor, the Secretary is required to cess to many resources that would enable day at Frank C. Leal Elementary School of compose a report determining how well we them to escape domestic abuse. While we Cerritos. This school is setting a national ex- are serving children eligible for Migrant and were able to include many critical provisions of ample of what it takes to be a superior learn- Seasonal Head Start. The bill also requires a relief to battered immigrant women when we ing environment. It is absolutely essential that study on the status of limited-English-proficient reauthorized the Violence Against Women Act our schools continue to strive for excellence, if children and their families in Head Start and in 2000, there are still battered immigrants, we want our students to realize their academic Early Head Start programs. These provisions like asylees and the elderly, who are forced to potential. and many others included in the bill before us remain in abusive relationships, unable to ap- Frank C. Leal Elementary School is a visual today will benefit all Head Start students and peal for protection from law enforcement and and performing arts magnet school, and is a families and set kids on the right foot for com- the courts for fear of deportation. I have intro- testament to the impact that an arts education peting with their peers throughout their school duced H.R. 3188, the Immigrant Victims of Vi- can have on a student’s academic achieve- years. olence Protection Act, which will allow them to ment. I commend the hard working teachers Mr. Chairman, it is evident that the provi- safely escape their abusers without fear of de- and school administrators of Frank C. Leal El- sions in this year’s bill will help millions of portation or other negative immigration con- ementary School of Cerritos for their contribu- Head Start students and their families’ edu- sequences. This legislation would also provide tions and commitment to our young people. I

VerDate Aug 31 2005 06:29 Sep 30, 2005 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A29SE8.079 E29SEPT1 E2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 29, 2005 also would like to recognize the parents and PERSONAL EXPLANATION were expelled for taking part in a demonstra- our community for supporting the Frank C. tion. Judge Motley also served as the first Leal Elementary School’s efforts to help every HON. TED POE black woman in the New York State Senate in child reach their full potential. OF TEXAS 1964 and the first woman borough president IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for Manhattan. Education has always been tied to the In 1966, Judge Motley was sworn in by Thursday, September 29, 2005 promise of equality and opportunity for all and President Lyndon Johnson as the first African the ABC Unified School District and the com- Mr. POE. Mr. Speaker, due to preparations American woman to serve as a federal judge. munity of Cerritos have worked hard to give for Hurricane Rita in my district, I unfortunately She ruled on a number of cases that dealt every student an equal chance to succeed. missed the following votes on the House floor with everything from discrimination in housing Congratulations to the Frank C. Leal Elemen- on Friday, September 22, 2005. to denial of benefits to Medicaid recipients to tary School of Cerritos and the ABC Unified I ask that the RECORD reflect that had I prisoners who had been unconstitutionally been able to vote that day, I would have voted School District for this incredible achievement! confined to solitary confinement for more than ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 488 (Sauder Amend- a year. ment to H.R. 2123), 489 (Stearns Amendment f Her aspiration for what she termed as ‘‘dig- to H.R. 2123), 491 (Musgrave Amendment to nity for all people’’ emerged early. Constance A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING H.R. 2123), 492 (Boehner Amendment to H.R. Motley was the ninth of twelve children born to THE CAPITOL PURSUIT DRIVE 2123), and rollcall vote No. 493 (Final Pas- parents from the small Caribbean island of sage of H.R. 2123, School Readiness Act). I Nevis. At the age of 15, she was not allowed strongly support these amendments and the onto a public beach because she was black. HON. HOWARD P. ‘‘BUCK’’ McKEON bill because they take important steps to pre- It was then that she began reading all she pare children for success in school. could about black history. She later became OF CALIFORNIA I also ask that the RECORD reflect that had president of her N.A.A.C.P youth council. I been able to vote that day, I would have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Three years later, Clarence W. Blakeslee, a voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall vote No. 490 (Davis white philanthropist, heard Constance Motley Thursday, September 29, 2005 (D–IL) Amendment to H.R. 2123). giving a speech at an African-American social f center. He was so moved by her stately ora- Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker: REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF tion that he offered to finance her aspirations Whereas, the American League of Lobbyists JUDGE CONSTANCE BAKER MOT- for a law degree. and Men’s Wearhouse, have created the an- LEY Judge Motley attended Fisk University in nual Capitol PurSuit Drive and through their Nashville, my alma mater, then transferred to efforts to help citizens in Washington D.C. and HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS New York University. In 1946, she graduated nationwide to obtain employment; and from Columbia School of Law and become a OF FLORIDA volunteer at the N.A.A.C.P.’s Legal Defense Whereas, The 2nd Annual Capitol PurSuit IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Education Fund, which had been founded Drive event will be held on October 5 from Thursday, September 29, 2005 by Thurgood Marshall. 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m. in the Rayburn Foyer; Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I Known for her dignified manner and quiet and rise today to remember and honor the invalu- approach, Judge Motley was highly regarded Whereas, the American League of Lobbyists able contributions of Judge Constance Baker as an extraordinary legal tactician. It was also and Men’s Wearhouse, should be commended Motley. She died of congestive heart failure at one of the reasons Thurgood Marshall felt that for their excellence in service to the local com- NYU Downtown Hospital in New York City she could be so effective during the Meredith munity for their unwavering dedication to help- yesterday at the age of 84. Judge Motley was case in 1961. Of the ten cases she argued be- ing individuals acquire the necessary skills a woman of many firsts and true pioneer in fore the Supreme Court, Judge Motley won nine. She continued to work tirelessly on a va- and attire to pursue a career; and the civil rights struggle. Judge Motley was a woman with numerous riety of civil rights cases. One of the most re- Whereas the First Annual Capitol Pursuit accomplishments. She helped write briefs in cent cases included her decision in 1978 al- Drive successfully collected over 7,000 suits the groundbreaking Brown vs. Board of Edu- lowing a female reporter to be admitted to the as tax deductible donations in under four cation case in 1954 and she headed a legal New York Yankees’ locker room. hours on Capitol Hill and the recent events in campaign that opened admission at the Uni- Mr. Speaker, Judge Constance Baker Mot- the affected Gulf Coast region have created versity of Mississippi to James Meredith in ley was a brilliant advocate for the legal rights an additional need by displaced residents. 1962. Meredith was the first African American of all people. In her autobiography Equal Jus- student to attend that school. By the time he tice Under Law, Motley said defeat never en- Therefore, I join with Members of Congress graduated in 1963, Constance Motley had tered her mind. ‘‘We all believed that our time and their staff in honoring and congratulating made 22 trips to Mississippi on behalf of the had come and that we had to go forward.’’ It the Capitol PurSuit Drive for its outstanding case. Later that year, she helped 1,100 black is with this faith that she lived, and in this spirit mission and efforts. children be reinstated in Birmingham after they that she will forever be remembered.

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