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HONORING THE PROUD PATRIOT programs to test and evaluate advanced Kevin received his commission through Offi- ON ITS GRAND OPENING screening technologies related to the agen- cer Candidate School in 1995 after graduating cy’s mission. Using information from TSA, from Old Dominion University with a Bachelor CBO expects that meeting the bill’s require- HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK ments would not add significantly to the of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. OF NEW YORK cost of existing and similar activities related Kevin was designated a Naval Aviator in 1997 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to transportation security. CBO estimates and qualified as an SH–60B Seahawk Pilot. Tuesday, July 3, 2018 that any change in federal spending under Kevin amassed over 3,100 hours of flight time the bill—which would be subject to appro- in six different naval aircraft. Ms. STEFANIK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to priation—would total less than $500,000 annu- Kevin served several operational tours in- honor and congratulate the Proud Patriot on ally. cluding with the HSL–46 Grandmasters, De- Enacting H.R. 5730 would not affect direct its grand opening. stroyer Squadron 24, and the HSL–48 Vipers. Vanessa and Niklas Herring, co-owners of spending or revenues; therefore, pay-as-you- go procedures do not apply. He deployed aboard the USS Cape St. the Proud Patriot, are passionate about hon- CBO estimates that H.R. 5730 would not in- George (CG 71), USS Arthur W Radford oring those who serve their country. The crease net direct spending or on-budget defi- (DDG 968), USS John F Kennedy (CV 67), Proud Patriot is an all-American restaurant in cits in any of the four consecutive 10-year and USS Underwood (FFG 36). Kevin filled a Rouses Point, New York, that offers a 10 per- periods beginning in 2029. variety of billets on the tours to include: Land H.R. 5730 contains no intergovernmental or cent discount to veterans, law enforcement Safety Officer, Air Operations Officer, Detach- and peace officers. Serving up classic Amer- private-sector mandates as defined in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act. ment Officer-in-Charge, and Squadron Oper- ican food, the restaurant has its slogan, ‘‘Land The CBO staff contact for this estimate is ations Officer. of the free because of the brave,’’ proudly writ- Megan Carroll. This estimate was reviewed Additionally, Kevin served tours ashore with ten on its ‘‘veterans wall,’’ decorated with by Theresa Gullo, Assistant Director for HT–8 Eight Ballers, the Chief of Science, photos of local veterans. Vanessa and Niklas Budget Analysis. Technology, and Intelligence for Naval Air both have military lineage in their families, and f Systems Command, and the Appropriations Niklas is a proud Army veteran himself. Their A TRIBUTE TO JOHN REYNOLDS Matters Office in the Office of the Assistant dedication giving back to those who sacrificed Secretary of the Navy. so much for our country is truly admirable. Through the Navy, Kevin pursued several On behalf of New York’s 21st District, I want HON. DAVID YOUNG academic opportunities. He attained his acqui- to thank Vanessa and Niklas Herring for their OF IOWA sition certification in Systems Planning, Re- honorable commitment to our veterans. I wish IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES search, Development and Engineering; lifetime the Proud Patriot nothing but success as it Tuesday, July 3, 2018 membership with BETA GAMMA SIGMA—the opens its doors to the community. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise International Honor Society Recognizing Busi- f today to recognize and congratulate John ness Excellence; and obtained his Certified Defense Financial Manager certification. Kevin COST ESTIMATE ON H.R. 5730, THE Reynolds of Council Bluffs, Iowa who recently graduated with distinction from the Naval War TRANSPORTATION SECURITY retired from the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s College with a Command and Staff Diploma, TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION RE- Department with 30 years of service in law en- Naval Postgraduate School with a Master of FORM ACT OF 2018 forcement. John’s tenure was marked by honor and distinction. Business Administration in Financial Manage- John served in many capacities at the ment, and School of Aviation Safety. The edu- HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s office. He was cation prepared Kevin to screen for Financial OF a jailer, court security officer, corporal, and Management SCP Commanding Officer. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chief Deputy to Sheriff Jeff Danker. Sheriff I have the pleasure of knowing Kevin since Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Danker said, ‘‘John was an essential part of he was a Boy Scout in Montross, and I am honored to have watched him grow into Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. Speaker, the following the Sheriff’s Department. His retirement is not the humble servant leader he is today. I wish cost estimate H.R. 5730, the Transportation only a huge loss to us, and me, but it’s a big Kevin and his family the best as they take on Security Technology Innovation Reform Act of hole to fill. John always did a great job, what- this next stage in their life. 2018, prepared by the Congressional Budget ever role he was in.’’ John said, ‘‘I’ve loved Office was not made available to the Com- working here. Never had a day I hated coming f mittee at the time of filing of the legislative re- to work.’’ Mr. Speaker, John Reynolds has made a RECOGNIZING THE RECIPIENTS OF port. difference by helping and serving others. It is THE 2018 FAIRFAX COUNTY STU- U.S. CONGRESS, DENT PEACE AWARDS CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE, with great honor that I recognize him today. I , DC, June 28, 2018. know that my colleagues in the United States Hon. MICHAEL MCCAUL, House of Representatives join me in applaud- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, ing his accomplishments. I thank him for his OF VIRGINIA House of Representatives, Washington, DC. service to the Pottawattamie County Sheriff’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: The Congressional Department and the citizens of southwest Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Budget Office has prepared the enclosed cost estimate for H.R. 5730, the Transportation Iowa and I wish him continued success in the Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- Security Technology Innovation Reform Act future. ognize the recipients of the 2018 Fairfax of 2018. f County Student Peace Awards. If you wish further details on this esti- IN RECOGNITION OF COMMANDER This program began in 2006 to encourage mate, we will be pleased to provide them. high school aged students to think about The CBO staff contact is Megan Carrol. KEVIN CAREY Sincerely, peace as both a means and an end, and to KEITH HALL, Director. recognize young people who work as peace- HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN makers. The Fairfax County Student Peace Enclosure. OF VIRGINIA Awards began with one high school, and by H.R. 5730—TRANSPORTATION SECURITY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION REFORM ACT OF 2018 2013 the program was being offered in every Tuesday, July 3, 2018 As reported by the House Committee on public high school in Fairfax County, as well Homeland Security on June 22, 2018 Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to as in three private schools. Inspired by the H.R. 5730 would require the Transportation recognize Commander Kevin Carey on his re- success of the Fairfax County program, Fred- Security Administration (TSA) to develop tirement from the United States Navy. erick County, Maryland, launched a Peace

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:19 Jul 04, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A03JY8.001 E03JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E960 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 3, 2018 Awards program in 2014, which is now being Jennett of Bedford, Iowa on the very special who perform extraordinary acts of heroism in offered in every school in the county. occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary on civilian life, and to provide financial assistance Participating high schools choose one Jun- June 14, 2018. for those disabled and the dependents of ior or Senior, or one student group active in Their lifelong commitment to each other and those killed saving or attempting to save oth- promoting peace and/or removing the causes their family truly embodies Iowa’s values. As ers. Since 1904, more than 10,000 awardees of conflict. Examples of outreach include: com- the years pass, may their love continue to have been honored, with more than $40 mil- mitting to peace by engaging in activities that grow even stronger and may they continue to lion given in grants, scholarships, death bene- strive to end conflict either locally or globally; love, cherish, and honor one another for many fits, and other assistance. There is no doubt seeking to discuss or otherwise resolve poten- more years to come. that Karen and Zachary are deserving of this tially controversial issues within the school or Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple honor. community; promoting the understanding of di- on their 60 years together and I wish them Six-year-old Olivia Thomas and her sister visive issues and situations to bridge lan- many more. I ask that my colleagues in the Addalyn, just 13 days old, along with their guage, ethnic, racial, religious, gender, sexual United States House of Representatives join mother and eight year-old sister were in a ve- orientation, or class differences; and working me in congratulating them on this momentous hicle that struck a tow truck head on, veered to resolve conflicts among students or mem- occasion. off the road, and into a shallow ditch where it bers of the community who feel isolated or f caught fire. Zachary, the driver of the tow alienated. truck, ran to the passenger side of the vehicle I am pleased to include in the RECORD the HONORING DAVID GOMEZ where he saw Olivia in the front passenger names of this year’s Student Peace Award seat. Unable to open the door, Zachary winners: HON. VICENTE GONZALEZ grasped the window frame and pulled on it, : Nahom OF TEXAS forcing the door open slightly. He extended his Dagnachew, Dongun Kim, Victor Nguyen, upper body inside the vehicle, removed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kaalok Yap Olivia’s seat belt, and pulled her out. When Cedar Lane School: Khalil Anderson, Arnaz Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Karen arrived, she entered through the open Carter-Newman Mr. GONZALEZ of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rear passenger-side door and knelt on the Centreville High School: Ricardo Avalos rise today to honor Mr. David Gomez, a seat while trying to remove Addalyn from her : Kimberly Schmaus school bus driver with the McAllen Inde- car seat. With difficulty Mallon freed Addalyn Fairfax High School: Stran Kurdi pendent School District. from the seat, picked her up, and exited the Hayfield Secondary School: Carmen Mazyck Every morning, Mr. Gomez starts his day at vehicle, taking her to safety. Soon after, the : Joyce Lee 4:30 a.m. to pick up his 200 plus students for vehicle was engulfed by flames. While their King Abdullah Academy: Sarah Osman their daily bus ride to school. Mr. Gomez dedi- mother and 8-year-old sister did not survive Lake Braddock Secondary School: Zahra cates his time to getting to know the many the crash, the heroic actions of Zachary and Alisa students that ride his bus, motivating them to Karen ensured that this tragedy did not take Langley High School: Katherine do their best work and always maintaining a the lives of these two young girls. Their cour- Mansourova, Junnah Mozaffar positive outlook. age has touched the lives of countless com- Lee High School: Eyerusalem Desta His words of encouragement and motivation munity members, and the impact of their her- Madison High School: Allison Janowski, inspire students to strive for excellence in their oism cannot be overstated. Katherine Oliveira daily lives. The interest Mr. Gomez takes in Mr. Speaker, It’s my honor to recognize Marshall High School: Janan lranbomy the lives of these students has empowered Zachary and Karen for their exceptional her- McLean High School: Bryce Liquerman them in an uplifting way. Mr. Gomez’s heartfelt oism in saving the lives of Olivia and Addalyn. Mount Vernon High School: Scarlett sentiment should not go unrecognized. Re- Michiganders can take great pride in knowing Elisabeth Reyes cently, students who graduated this summer the First District is home to such selfless and Mountain View High School: Bryan Geron- honored him by thanking him for his work and courageous individuals. On behalf of my con- imo Perez Brito service, and I wish to honor him here as well. stituents, I wish Karen and Zachary all the : Kinda Callas best in their future endeavors. Quander Road School: Gina Scapellato Mr. Speaker, today I share my deepest ad- Robinson Secondary School: Faraz N. Zia miration for Mr. Gomez. His hard work for the f : Zhiyi Wang McAllen Independent School District over the past four years has inspired so many in our Thomas Jefferson High School for Science A TRIBUTE TO PHYLLIS AND community. He has made South Texas a bet- and Technology: Gay Straight Alliance, Ash WAYNE KROHN Rozzi ter place, and I am honored to represent indi- : Kameron viduals like him in the U.S. House of Rep- Clarke resentatives. HON. DAVID YOUNG Westfield High School: Muslim Student As- f OF IOWA sociation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CONGRATULATING ZACHARY J. Woodson High School: Yousof Omeish COREY AND KAREN MARIE Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Mr. Speaker, the efforts of these young peo- MALLON FOR RECEIVING THE Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise ple are the building blocks of a more peaceful CARNEGIE MEDAL OF HEROISM and tolerant world. I commend them on their today to recognize and honor Phyllis and efforts and dedication, and ask my colleagues Wayne Krohn of Avoca, Iowa on the very spe- to join me in thanking each award recipient, HON. JACK BERGMAN cial occasion of their 60th wedding anniver- the Fairfax County Public School System, and OF sary. They were married on May 29, 1958 at the sponsor organizations for all they have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES First Lutheran Church in Avoca, Iowa. done for our community. Phyllis and Wayne’s lifelong commitment to Tuesday, July 3, 2018 f each other and their family truly embodies Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it’s my honor Iowa values. As they reflect on their 60th anni- A TRIBUTE TO EVONNE AND KEN to congratulate Zachary J. Corey and Karen versary, I hope it is filled with happy memo- JENNETT Marie Mallon for receiving the Carnegie Medal ries. May their commitment grow even strong- in recognition of their act of extraordinary her- er, as they continue to love, cherish, and HON. DAVID YOUNG oism. Through their actions, Karen and honor one another for many years to come. OF IOWA Zachary have shown themselves to be self- Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES less, courageous, and indispensable parts of on their 60th year together and I wish them Michigan’s First District. many more. I ask that my colleagues in the Tuesday, July 3, 2018 The Carnegie Medal was established in United States House of Representatives join Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise 1904 by the industrialist and philanthropist An- me in congratulating them on this momentous today to recognize and honor Evonne and Ken drew Carnegie. It is given to recognize those occasion.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:19 Jul 04, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03JY8.005 E03JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS July 3, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E961 RECOGNIZING THE NORTHERN VIR- flects a strong commitment to public education aircraft in the history of the United States Air GINIA DISTRICT PTA AWARD FI- and community service that students in our Force. Eventually, his family settled in Mes- NALISTS schools are fortunate to experience. I offer my quite, New Mexico. After he started college, strong support for these organizations and he transferred from New Mexico State to HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY their dedicated members and volunteers. Western New Mexico University, which is OF VIRGINIA f where he met his soon-to-be wife, Bonnie. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Boyd and Bonnie were married in 1974. COST ESTIMATE ON H.R. 5206 AND Boyd worked 17 years for James Hamilton Tuesday, July 3, 2018 H.R. 5207 Construction Company, eventually becoming a Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today superintendent of the company. At the time, it to commend the 2018 Northern Virginia Dis- HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL was one of the biggest construction compa- trict PTA Annual Award recipients. Parent OF TEXAS nies in New Mexico. Meanwhile, his wife, Teacher Associations (PTAs) and Parent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bonnie, worked for the United States Forest Teacher Student Associations (PTSAs) in Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Service as a Financial Manager. Northern Virginia serve a critical role in help- Bonnie’s job with the United States Forest ing to provide the best possible educational Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. Speaker, the following Service moved the family to Susanville, Cali- environment for our students. cost estimate for H.R. 5206, the Office of Bio- fornia, where Boyd started his welding busi- The Northern Virginia District PTA rep- metric Identity Management Authorization Act ness, and where their daughter, Brandi, grad- resents a region with more than 220 schools. of 2018; and the cost estimate for H.R. 5207, uated high school. In 1995, Boyd and Bonnie Maintaining a healthy and strong organization the Immigration Advisory Program Authoriza- moved to John Day, , where Boyd is an important part of allowing these groups tion Act of 2018, prepared by the Congres- planned to become an artist but quickly real- to have the greatest possible impact on the sional Budget Office were not made available ized it was a lonely craft. Boyd again opened students they serve. To encourage such to the Committee at the time of filing of the a welding business, but that trade also lacked strength, it is important to note the individual legislative reports. the social interaction he craved. U.S. CONGRESS, PTAs that excel in this mission, as well as the In 2002, Boyd won his first Grant County individual Volunteers of the Year. CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE, Washington, DC, June 28, 2018. Commissioner race and served for 15 years I am pleased to congratulate the following Hon. MICHAEL MCCAUL, until June 30, 2018. Commissioner Britton had PTAs and individuals on being recognized by Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, a unique talent for recognizing potential in the Northern Virginia District PTA for their im- House of Representatives, Washington, DC. people, skillfully bringing them together to ac- measurable contributions to the education of DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: The Congressional complish nearly every challenge the county our children: Budget Office has reviewed the following faced. Boyd’s ability to bridge political divides NOVA District PTA Elementary School Vol- bills that were reported by the House Com- mittee on Homeland Security on June 21, led him to build the Blue Mountain Forest unteer of Year Finalists: Kate Brown, Buzz Partners collaborative group, which has Aldrin ES PTA; Chad Artz, Hollin Meadows ES 2018: H.R. 5206, the Office of Biometric Identity helped improve log supply to the local timber PTA; Maria Nguyen, North Springfield ES Management Authorization Act of 2018; and industry. That same skillset helped Boyd ne- PTA. H.R. 5207, the Immigration Advisory Pro- gotiate a contract for Community Counseling NOVA District PTA Secondary School Vol- gram Authorization Act of 2018. Solutions to operate Grant County Health De- unteer of the Year Finalists: Mary Knowles, Both H.R. 5206, and H.R. 5207 would codify partment, which brought mental health serv- programs that currently exist at the Depart- Lake Braddock SS PTSA; Julie Strandlie, Oli- ices to Grant County for the first time in its ver Wendell Holmes MS PTA; Sherry ment of Homeland Security (DHS). CBO esti- mates that enacting the bills would not sig- history. Boyd had a reputation as the most po- Nachnani, Walt Whitman MS PTSA; Cathy lite commissioner the Association of Oregon Jacquette, Oakton HS PTSA. nificantly affect DHS spending. Because they would not affect direct spending or revenues, Counties had ever known. That said, it was NOVA District PTA Special Education PTA pay-as-you-go procedures do not apply. never a mystery where he stood on any issue. Volunteer of the Year Award: JoAnne Walton, CBO estimates that enacting the bills Boyd has always taken pride in three nota- Fairfax County SEPTA. would not increase net direct spending or on- ble things: his beautiful marriage to Bonnie, NOVA District PTA Outstanding Local Units budget deficits in any of the four consecutive his highly successful daughter Brandi, and of the Year: Herndon ES PTA; Laurel Ridge 10–year periods beginning in 2029. having the most famous mustache in Grant ES PTA; Mount Vernon Community School Neither of the bills contain intergovern- County. I know Boyd will take that same pride PTA; Oakton HS PTSA. mental or private-sector mandates as defined with him to his new home in Show Low, Ari- NOVA District PTA Power Partner Principal in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act. If you wish further details on this esti- zona. Boyd has never stood on the sidelines Finalists: Principal Jasibi Crews-West, Cora mate, we will be pleased to provide them. and watched the world move. Rather, he has Kelly ES PTA; Principal Dustin Wright, Olde The CBO staff contact is Mark Grabowicz. always tried to be a driving force behind the Creek ES PTA; Principal Andrea ‘‘Annie’’ Tur- Sincerely, motion. I am confident he will continue to be ner, Patrick Henry ES PTA; Principal Chad KEITH HALL, Director. a key player wherever his travels take him. McRae, North Springfield ES PTA; Principal f Mary Randolph, Springfield Estates ES PTA; Mr. Speaker and my colleagues, Boyd and Principal Laura Waterman, Lake Braddock HONORING GRANT COUNTY Britton is a true friend of mine, and I would SS PTSA. COMMISSIONER BOYD BRITTON ask that you please join me in recognizing and Outstanding Educators of the Year: Heather thanking him for his many years of leadership Hale, Weyanoke ES PTA; Samantha Miller, HON. GREG WALDEN in Grant County. I wish Boyd and Bonnie all the best in their new pursuits. Lake Braddock SS PTSA. OF OREGON Male Engagement of the Year Finalists: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hollin Meadows ES PTA. f Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Family Engagement of the Year Finalists: RECOGNIZING THE NOMINEES FOR Lake Braddock SS PTSA; Laurel Ridge ES Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to THE 2017–2018 TEACHER OF THE PTA. recognize my good friend Boyd Britton for his YEAR AWARD FOR PRINCE WIL- Diversity & Inclusion of the Year Finalists: many years of dedicated public service in LIAM COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS Laurel Ridge ES PTA; Walt Whitman MS Grant County. Boyd has executed faithfully his PTSA; Fairfax County Special Education PTA. duty as a Grant County Commissioner for 15 Outstanding PTA STEM Grant recipients: years, and I would like to pay tribute to his HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Francis C. Hammond MS PTA; Hollin Mead- leadership for the people of Grant County and OF VIRGINIA ows ES PTA; Walt Whitman MS PTA, Mt. Eastern Oregon. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Vernon HS PTSA, and NOVA District PTA. Boyd was born in Biloxi, Mississippi, but due Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join to his father’s service in the United States Air with me in recognizing the outstanding Force, spent much of his early childhood on Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, l rise today achievements of the individuals, PTAs and the move. His father was a co-pilot of the to recognize the 2017–2018 Teacher of the PTSAs that are being honored tonight. Dedi- famed World War II B–17 Bomber known as Year Award nominees for Prince William cated involvement from so many parents re- Old ’666, which was the most decorated B–17 County Public Schools.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:19 Jul 04, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A03JY8.010 E03JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E962 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 3, 2018 Teachers who meet the criteria for the to receive a world-class education in a vibrant sula of Michigan. Its long stretch of under- award are those who instill in students a de- learning environment. ground passages and warm temperature sire to learn and achieve, understand the indi- f makes the Tippy Dam an ideal location for the vidual needs of students, demonstrate a thor- more than 20,000 bats that hibernate there ough knowledge of subject matter, and have A TRIBUTE TO ALLAN P. DUHN over the winter—the dam’s operators have the ability to share it effectively. The selected played a critical role in protecting the bats by winner will be named the Prince William Coun- HON. DAVID YOUNG following strict operation regulations. Tippy ty Teacher of the Year. Dam is a perfect example of what can happen OF IOWA As the second largest school division in the when business and government work together IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Commonwealth of Virginia, Prince William for the good of the American people. I am County Public Schools educates 90,000 stu- Tuesday, July 3, 2018 pleased to join Consumers Energy employees dents in ninety-eight schools, including sixty Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise and retirees to commemorate 100 years of elementary schools, sixteen middle schools, today to recognize and congratulate Allan P. clean, reliable, and renewable energy gen- twelve high schools, one Governor’s school, Duhn for his 50 years of service as a funeral erated by this facility. three special education schools (one nontradi- director in Griswold, Iowa. Allan was recently Mr. Speaker, it’s my honor to congratulate tional school and two traditional schools), two honored at the 138th Annual Iowa Funeral Di- the fortitude and dedication of the men and special site schools, and one K–8 school. rectors Association Convention. women who have kept watch over the Tippy Each Teacher of the Year Award nominee Allan said that he was influenced by his Dam as it has supplied power to generations exhibits excellence in teaching by serving as hometown funeral directors and he witnessed of Michiganders. On behalf of my constituents, an effective leader in and out of the class- the professional services they provided to their I wish the Tippy Dam and its operators all the room, fostering strong rapport with parents communities. He attended the Dallas Institute best as we look forward to the next 100 years. and peers, and by providing a safe and inclu- of Mortuary Science (Gupton Jones College) sive environment for all students to learn and in Dallas, Texas, and worked for funeral f develop. homes in Spirit Lake and Exira, Iowa. In 1970, COST ESTIMATE ON H.R. 4991, H.R. I extend my personal congratulations to the he purchased the Wagley Funeral Home in 4627, AND H.R. 5762 following 2017–2018 Prince William County Griswold, Iowa. Today, the funeral home is nominees for Teacher of the Year Award: known as the Reiken-Duhn Funeral Home of Christina Badorrek, Patriot High School Griswold. HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL Katherine Brush, Loch Lomond Elementary I commend and congratulate Allan P. Duhn OF TEXAS School for his many years of dedicated and devoted IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Maureen Burns, Bennett Elementary School service to Griswold, Iowa and the surrounding Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Jennifer Dittamo, King Elementary School area. Allan and his staff have a reputation for Jason Fairman, Gainesville Middle School making a difference by helping and serving Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. Speaker, the following Sarah Gilbert, T. Clay Wood Elementary others in time of need. It is with great honor cost estimate for H.R. 4991, the Supporting School that I recognize him today. I know that my col- Research and Development for First Respond- ers Act; H.R. 4627, the Shielding Public Starr Granby, Minnieville Elementary School leagues in the House of Representatives join Spaces from Vehicular Terrorism Act; and Allison Holzgang, Colgan High School me in applauding his service in the funeral in- H.R. 5762, the Joint Task Force to Combat Mary Hubbell, Buckland Mills Elementary dustry and I wish him and his family continued success in the future. Opioid Trafficking Act of 2018, prepared by School the Congressional Budget Office was not Mary Hustwayte, Pattie Elementary School f made available to the Committee at the time Perpetua Magalhaes, Stonewall Jackson CELEBRATING THE 100TH of filing of the legislative report. High School ANNIVERSARY OF THE TIPPY DAM U.S. CONGRESS, Katrina Martino, Graham Park Middle CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE School Washington, DC, June 28, 2018. Andrew McCarthy, Woodbridge High School HON. JACK BERGMAN Hon. MICHAEL MCCAUL, Jennifer Nemec, Osbourn Park High School OF MICHIGAN Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, Ashley Olsen-Potthast, Buckland Mills Ele- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House of Representatives, Washington, DC. mentary School DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: The Congressional Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Budget Office has reviewed the following Shari Partridge, Mullen Elementary School Mr. BERGMAN. Mr. Speaker, it’s my honor pieces of legislation that were passed by the Michelle Pucci, Buckland Mills Elementary House of Representatives on June 19, 2018: to recognize the Tippy Dam upon the occasion School H.R. 4991, the Supporting Research and De- Michael Pullum, Forest Park High School of its 100th Anniversary. Through a century of velopment for First Responders Act; Sandra Robertson, T. Clay Wood Elemen- dedicated service and commitment to its com- H.R. 4627, the Shielding Public Spaces from tary School munity, the Tippy Dam has become an indis- Vehicular Terrorism Act; and pensable part of Northern Michigan and the Robert Scott, Osbourn Park High School H.R. 5762, the Joint Task Force to Combat First District. Opioid Trafficking Act of 2018. Erin Travis, Mullen Elementary School Originally completed in 1918, the dam then- H.R. 4991 would codify programs that cur- John Treadwell, Colgan High School known as Junction Hydro was lauded for its rently exist at the Department of Homeland Johnna Tselides, Piney Branch Elementary innovative engineering and design. It was later Security (DHS). H.R. 4627 would confirm the School renamed in honor of Charles W. Tippy, a authority of DHS to establish a task force to Michael Viola, Woodbridge High School disrupt drug trafficking, and H.R. 5762 would Board of Directors chair for Consumers clarify the scope of the department’s re- Kelly Wheeler, Minnieville Elementary Power. Spanning the Manistee River 20 miles School search and development program. from its end in Lake Michigan, the Tippy Dam CBO estimates that enacting these pieces Cynthia Williams, New Directions Alternative generates 20,000 kilowatts of clean, renew- of legislation would not significantly affect Education Center able electricity for approximately 6,500 resi- DHS spending. Because the legislation would Lavonda Wortham, Potomac High School dents of Manistee County in Northern Michi- not affect direct spending or revenues, pay- Anthony Wyman, Hylton High School gan. as-you-go procedures do not apply. Jennifer Young, Ashland Elementary School In addition to its critical energy production CBO estimates that enacting the acts Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join for the region, the Tippy Dam is beloved for would not increase net direct spending or on- budget deficits in any of the four consecutive me in commending the Prince William County the outdoor recreation it facilitates. Every year, 10-year periods beginning in 2029. Public Schools nominees for the 2017–2018 its recreation area hosts over 50,000 visitors— None of the acts contain intergovern- Teacher of the Year Award, and in thanking most taking advantage of the world-class fish- mental or private-sector mandates as defined them for their dedication to our children. Their ing for salmon, steelhead, and brown trout in in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act. continued service will ensure that Prince Wil- its tailwaters. The dam is also home to the If you wish further details on this esti- liam County Public Schools students continue largest bat hibernaculum in the Lower Penin- mate, we will be pleased to provide

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:19 Jul 04, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03JY8.013 E03JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS July 3, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E963 them. The CBO staff contact is Mark wood, Corey J. Smith, Armando T. Solano, Roger Mick of Bedford, Iowa on the very spe- Grabowicz. Thien H. Tran, Katherine L. Tripp, William H. cial occasion of their 60th wedding anniver- Sincerely, Turk, William A. Wagner, Jonathan L. Wallace, sary on June 29, 2018. KEITH HALL, Director. Stephen M. Williams, Andrew T. Wycheck. Their lifelong commitment to each other and f Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join their family truly embodies Iowa’s values. As RECOGNIZING THE GRADUATION me in congratulating the newest members of the years pass, may their love continue to OF THE FAIRFAX COUNTY FIRE the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Depart- grow even stronger and may they continue to AND RESCUE DEPARTMENT ment. I thank them for their service to their love, cherish, and honor one another for many 143RD RECRUIT CLASS community, and to all members of the Fire more years to come. and Rescue Department, past and present, I Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple say, ‘‘Stay safe.’’ on their 60 years together and I wish them HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY f many more. I ask that my colleagues in the OF VIRGINIA United States House of Representatives join RECOGNIZING THE 150TH BIRTH- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES me in congratulating them on this momentous DAY OF BISMARCK, MISSOURI Tuesday, July 3, 2018 occasion. Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- HON. JASON SMITH f gratulate the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue OF MISSOURI RECOGNIZING THE 2018 UNITED Department and the graduates of the 143rd IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES STATES PARK POLICE VALOR Recruit Class. As they prepare to join the Tuesday, July 3, 2018 AWARD RECIPIENTS ranks of the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Department, I encourage the thirty-two grad- Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY uates to reflect on the history of the depart- today to honor the sesquicentennial birthday OF VIRGINIA ment, and the contributions and dedication of of Bismarck, Missouri, which was founded in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the brave men and women who have served 1868. City fathers named the town for Prince before them to protect our community. Otto Von Bismarck, the ‘Iron Chancellor’ of Tuesday, July 3, 2018 The Fairfax County Fire and Rescue De- Germany, in hopes they’d lure German immi- grants to live there. Bismarck became a ship- Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today partment’s Recruit School consists of an ex- to recognize an outstanding group of men and tensive and demanding twenty-four-week pro- ping center for the St. Louis Iron Mountain and Southern Railway. Today, the 100-year-old women in Northern Virginia. These individuals gram. In addition to two weeks of orientation, have demonstrated superior dedication to pub- recruits complete seven weeks of EMT train- train depot is a treasured landmark. Bismarck is proud of its community spirit. lic safety and have been awarded the pres- ing and fifteen weeks of fire suppression train- The desire to serve prompted dozens of resi- tigious Valor Award by the Northern Virginia ing. Upon graduation, these recruits will be dents to join the military in wartime. The drive Chamber of Commerce. certified at the level of Firefighter I/II by the to succeed helped the town recover from a fire This is the 40th Annual Valor Awards spon- Virginia Department of Fire Programs. that destroyed its business district in 1901. sored by the Northern Virginia Chamber of These recruits have the distinct honor of And the determination to overcome challenges Commerce. This event honors the remarkable joining one of the best Fire and Rescue De- has kept the city working to meet the ever- heroism and bravery in the line of duty exem- partments in the United States. The efforts of changing needs of its citizens. plified by our public safety officers. Our public the Fairfax County Fire and Rescue Depart- Today, Bismarck’s leaders are working to in- safety and law enforcement personnel put ment have been recognized across this coun- crease services and add businesses. Mayor their lives on the line every day to keep our try. Members from the Department serve on Seth Radford describes Bismarck as a place families and neighborhoods safe. This year’s the elite VA Task Force l, which is among the that ‘‘looks out for its neighbors,’’ offering a ceremony will present ninety-one awards to first units called to disaster zones to provide family-friendly community that brings people recognize extraordinary actions above and be- search and rescue support. Members of that together. They look to the future with opti- yond the call of duty in a variety of categories Task Force were recognized by the Inter- mism, but maintain a strong connection to including the Lifesaving Certificate, the Certifi- national Association of Fire Chiefs with the their past. cate of Valor, and the Bronze, Silver, and Benjamin Franklin Award for Valor, as a result It is my great privilege to recognize Bis- Gold Medal of Valor. of their efforts in the aftermath of the dev- marck, Missouri before the United States Sergeant Mark Asmussen of the U.S. Park astating earthquakes that struck Nepal in House of Representatives to mark the town’s Police is being honored this year for his ex- 2015. Recently, they have seen extensive 150th birthday. I celebrate the community spir- ceptional service with the Certificate of Valor, work in Texas, , Puerto Rico, and the it, sense of duty and pride that thrives in this and it is with great pride that I include his U.S. Virgin Islands as part of disaster relief St. Francois County town located in the heart name in the RECORD. and rescue efforts in the aftermaths of Hurri- of America. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate Sergeant canes Harvey, Irma, and Maria. f Asmussen and all of the 2018 Valor Award Fairfax County is fortunate to have such ex- Recipients, and extend my thanks to all of the cellent ambassadors for our community, and I PERSONAL EXPLANATION men and women who serve in the United commend them for all they have done to pro- States Park Police. Their efforts, made on be- tect lives and property not only here in Fairfax HON. EARL BLUMENAUER half of the citizens of our community, are self- County, but around the world. As the newest OF OREGON less acts of heroism and truly merit our high- members of the Fire and Rescue Department, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES est praise. I ask my colleagues to join me in the 143rd Recruit Class graduates join the de- Tuesday, July 3, 2018 applauding this group of remarkable citizens. partment as integral parts of our community’s f emergency response and public safety team. I Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, had I am confident this graduating class will serve been present for the vote on the Motion on IN RECOGNITION OF THE 120TH AN- the residents of Fairfax County with honor and Ordering the Previous Question on the Rule NIVERSARY OF DOWD INSUR- distinction. It is my great honor to include in providing for consideration of H. Res. 970, I ANCE the RECORD the names of the 143rd Recruit would have voted ‘‘no.’’ Class: f HON. RICHARD E. NEAL Melissa A. Berkowitz, Richard N. Burton, A TRIBUTE TO BECKY AND ROGER OF Jasper R. Cooper, Megan E. Field, Heather A. MICK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Funkhouser, Danny E. Gallardo, Graham K. Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Gilbert, Matthew C. Harris, Shawn M. Jaret, HON. DAVID YOUNG Jacob W. Johnson, Aria Khodabakhchian, Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take OF IOWA Juan D. Lopez, Daniel J. Mechling, Andrew L. this opportunity to recognize and congratulate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mullinax, Sarah M. Murphy, Luke F. Nuar, Dowd Insurance on the occasion of its 120th Christian S. Perdue, Natalie J. Potell, Jose L. Tuesday, July 3, 2018 anniversary. Established in 1898, Dowd is one Ramos Castro, Sean L. Sack, Jessica L. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise of the oldest, largest, and most experienced Salpini, Tyler T. Sevener, Matthew R. Sher- today to recognize and honor Becky and insurance agencies in Massachusetts. Since

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:19 Jul 04, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A03JY8.016 E03JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E964 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 3, 2018 its founding, the group has been under contin- RECOGNIZING THE 2018 VOLUN- COST ESTIMATE ON H.R. 5766, THE uous Dowd family ownership for four genera- TEER RESTON AWARD RECIPI- SECURING PUBLIC AREAS OF tions, providing counsel and insurance protec- ENTS TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES tion for a diverse range of clients. ACT OF 2018 In 1865, James J. Dowd, an immigrant from County Kerry, Ireland, arrived in Holyoke, HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY HON. MICHAEL T. McCAUL Massachusetts with his wife and fourteen chil- OF VIRGINIA dren. He began working in a textile mill in OF TEXAS hopes of building a better life for himself and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his family. A few decades later, one of his Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Tuesday, July 3, 2018 sons, who bore his name, went on to found Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. Speaker, the following Dowd Insurance—laying the foundation for a Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- cost estimate for H.R. 5766, the Securing family legacy that has spanned multiple gen- ognize a group of individuals who have self- Public areas of Transportation Facilities Act of erations and continues to flourish today. lessly dedicated themselves to the betterment 2018, prepared by the Congressional Budget James J. Dowd, II gave up his career as a of their community. Each year, the Reston As- Office was not made available to the Com- professional baseball player and joined the sociation recognizes individuals who have mittee at the time of filing of the legislative re- firm in 1916 after his father passed away, and gone above and beyond with the Volunteer port. James J. Dowd, Jr. and John E. Dowd en- Reston awards. Reston is well known to be a tered the family business in 1947 and 1951 re- shining example of civic engagement. This U.S. CONGRESS, CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE, spectively after each serving in World War II. event, held during National Volunteer Week, The fourth generation of the Dowd family was Washington, DC, June 28, 2018. honors those who have made significant im- Hon. MICHAEL MCCAUL, ushered into the business in 1974 when pacts on the lives of others and the commu- Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, James J. Dowd, III became a member of the nity. In Fairfax County, we are blessed with an House of Representatives, Washington, DC. agency. He was then joined by John E. Dowd, incredible abundance of generosity of spirit, DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: The Congressional Jr., Dowd Insurance’s current President and and the individuals who are being honored Budget Office has prepared the enclosed cost CEO, in 1982. After more than a century of with these awards are the embodiment of that estimate for H.R. 5766, the Securing Public operation marked by profound growth and spirit. Areas of Transportation Facilities Act of success, including having joined the Inter- 2018. ECORD the national Network of Insurance and opening It is my honor to include in the R If you wish further details on this esti- multiple new branch offices, it is evident that names of 2018 Volunteer Reston award win- mate, we will be pleased to provide them. ners: The CBO staff contact is Megan Carroll. Dowd Insurance has made numerous positive Sincerely, Kelley Westenhoff—Volunteer of the Year contributions to the community of which it KEITH HALL, Director. takes pride in being an integral part. Iman Hadji—Youth Volunteer of the Year Enclosure. Mr. Speaker, over the course of its history Patricia Wagner—55+ Volunteer of the Year H.R. 5766—SECURING PUBLIC AREAS OF Dowd Insurance has demonstrated exemplary TRANSPORTATION FACILITIES ACT OF 2018 service, leadership, and dedication. Those Jay Steinberg—Our Everyday Hero As reported by the House Committee on traits are hallmarks of the agency’s long and Group Volunteer of the Year—Nature Cen- Homeland Security on June 22, 2018 admirable tradition of service in western Mas- ter Welcome Desk Attendants: Anne SUMMARY sachusetts, and are certainly worthy of rec- Cannizzaro, Barbara Paolucci, Brenda van ognition. On the occasion of Dowd Insurance’s Doorn, Ellen Perrins, Freya De Cola, Janine H.R. 5766 would direct the Secretary of 120th anniversary, I wish the Dowd family, the Homeland Security to establish a working Greenwood, Jim Seret, June Ferrera, Marilyn group to develop, in collaboration with pub- agency’s partners, and the dedicated men and Dicke, Paulette Lincoln-Baker, Sharon lic and private stakeholders, recommenda- women who work with them all the best and McHugh, Terri Ostrowski, Verna Webb. tions for enhancing the security of public much continued prosperity. Adult Group Volunteer of the Year—Stream areas of transportation facilities. The bill f Monitoring Team: Bob Bidwell, Bob Ryder, also would authorize the secretary to provide technical assistance to owners and operators PERSONAL EXPLANATION Bob Speegle, Bob Parker, Dick Christensen. of surface transportation systems and facili- Community Partner of the Year—Friends of ties and specify a variety of administrative HON. ANNA G. ESHOO Reston: Carol Nahorniak, Bonnie Haukness, and reporting requirements. OF Glenn Walker, Fran Lovaas, Janine Green- Assuming appropriation of the necessary IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wood, Sherri Hebert. amounts, CBO estimates that implementing H.R. 5766 would cost $23 million over the Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Work Group of the Year—Reston Annual 2019–2022 period. Enacting the bill would not Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I was unable to State of the Environment Report (RASER) affect direct spending or revenues; therefore, be present during roll call vote numbers 306, Working Group: Doug Britt, Sue Beffel, Don pay-as-you-go procedures do not apply. 307, 308, 309, 310, 311, 312 and 313 on June Coram, Robin Duska, Linda Fuller, Carl Mitch- CBO estimates that enacting H.R. 5766 28, 2018. Had I been present, I would have ell, Lois Phemiste. would not increase net direct spending or on- budget deficits in any of the four consecutive voted: on roll call vote no. 306 I would have Mr. Speaker, civic engagement is at the 10-year periods beginning in 2029. voted NO; on roll call vote no. 307 I would heart of a healthy community, and it is clear H.R. 5766 contains no intergovernmental or have voted NO; on roll call vote no. 308 I from these awardees that Reston remains one private-sector mandates as defined in the would have voted NO; on roll call vote no. 309 of the healthiest communities in Northern Vir- Unfunded Mandates Reform Act (UMRA). I would have voted YES; on roll call vote no. ginia. I congratulate all of the recipients on ESTIMATED COST TO THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT 310 I would have voted YES; on roll call vote their awards, and thank them for their service The estimated budgetary effect of H.R. 5766 no. 311 I would have voted NO; on roll call to our community. I ask my colleagues to join is shown in the following table. The costs of vote no. 312 I would have voted YES; and on me in wishing them great success in all their the legislation fall within budget function roll call vote no. 313 I would have voted NO. future endeavors. 400 (transportation).

By fiscal year, in millions of dollars— 2019– 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2023

INCREASES OR DECREASES (¥) IN SPENDING SUBJECT TO APPROPRIATION Estimated Authorization Level ...... 5 5 5 5 5 25 Estimated Outlays ...... 3 5 5 5 5 23

BASIS OF ESTIMATE year 2019 and that necessary funds will be ap- and expanded duties under H.R. 5766 would propriated each year. require appropriations totaling about $5 mil- For this estimate, CBO assumes that H.R. Using information from the Transpor- lion annually. That amount includes: 5766 will be enacted near the start of fiscal tation Security Administration (TSA), CBO estimates that ongoing costs to meet new

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McCAUL of technology companies, government con- advise owners and operators of surface trans- OF TEXAS portation facilities with large and open areas tracting firms, and other corporations. Tysons (such as rail yards, bus yards, and terminals) has become the premier business district of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on how to safeguard those areas. the Washington Metropolitan Area, and is one Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Assuming appropriation of the necessary of the largest employment centers in the amounts, CBO estimates that resulting out- United States. With the opening of Metro’s Sil- Mr. MCCAUL. Mr. Speaker, the following lays would total $23 million over the 2019– ver Line, as well as ongoing redevelopment, cost estimate for H.R. 5729, the Transpor- 2023 period. That estimate is based on histor- tation Worker Identification Credential Ac- ical spending patterns for TSA’s security-re- the region is expected to continue adding not lated activities. only businesses, but also high-density residen- countability Act of 2018, prepared by the Con- gressional Budget Office was not made avail- PAY-AS-YOU-GO CONSIDERATIONS tial housing. able to the Committee at the time of filing of None. The mission of the Tysons Regional Cham- the legislative report. INCREASE IN LONG-TERM DIRECT SPENDING AND ber of Commerce is to be the unified voice of U.S. CONGRESS, DEFICITS the business community, while ensuring its CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE, CBO estimates that enacting H.R. 5766 ties and commitment to the community are WASHINGTON, DC, JUNE 28, 2018. would not increase net direct spending or on- strengthened. The Chamber actively promotes Hon. MICHAEL MCCAUL, budget deficits in any of the four consecutive local non-profits and community organizations, Chairman, Committee on Homeland Security, 10-year periods beginning in 2029. House of Representatives, Washington, DC. as well as youth educational programs, and it MANDATES DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: The Congressional sponsors multiple events each year in support Budget Office has prepared the enclosed cost H.R. 5766 contains no intergovernmental or of these activities. private-sector mandates as defined in UMRA. estimate for H.R. 5729, the Transportation Worker Identification Credential Account- ESTIMATE PREPARED BY The growth of the Chamber has been the ability Act of 2018. Federal Costs: Megan Carroll; Mandates: result of the diversity of its members and the Jon Sperl. leadership of its Board. I am pleased to in- If you wish further details on this esti- mate, we will be pleased to provide them. clude in the RECORD the names of the incom- ESTIMATE REVIEWED BY The CBO staff contact is Megan Carroll. Leo Lex, Deputy Assistant Director for ing 2018 board members. Sincerely, Budget Analysis. Chairman of the Board: Virginia Case KEITH HALL, Director. f General Counsel: William Daly Enclosure. A TRIBUTE TO YVONNE AND VP of Membership: Joshua Brady H.R. 5729—TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTI- LARRY ORY FICATION CREDENTIAL ACCOUNTABILITY ACT VP of Marketing: Chris Tomseth OF 2018 HON. DAVID YOUNG Treasurer: David MacGillivray As ordered reported by the House Committee on Homeland Security on June 6, 2018 OF IOWA Secretary: Maureen Loftus IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.R. 5729 would prohibit the U.S. Coast At-Large Members: Samim Ardeishar, Guard from implementing a rule that, under Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Susan Baker, Joseph Cathey, Andrew Clark, current law, will take effect on August 23, Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Kevin Corey, Joe Falit, Jerry Ferguson, Jen- 2018. The rule requires owners and operators today to recognize and honor Yvonne and nifer Garry, Tucker Gladhill, Laura Granato, of certain vessels and facilities regulated by Larry Ory of Earlham, Iowa on the very special Reza Hassan, Kathy Jensen, Kathleen Kelly, the Coast Guard to check biometric security Walter Kim, Jeffrey Krashin, Kathy McNeill, credentials allowing access to certain secure occasion of their 60th wedding anniversary on areas. H.R. 5729 would suspend implementa- June 27, 2018. Marge Niedwicz, Shawn Pastor, Vick Rai, tion of the rule until 60 days after the Sec- Their lifelong commitment to each other and Mark Rogoff, Nema Semnani, Trevor Taylor, retary of Homeland Security has reported to their family truly embodies Iowa’s values. As James Ursini, Diana Villarreal, Patrick Whalen, the Congress on the efficacy of such creden- the years pass, may their love continue to Peter Wynne tials for enhancing security. The bill also grow even stronger and may they continue to would require the Secretary to periodically Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join update the Congress on the status of that as- love, cherish, and honor one another for many me in congratulating the incoming board mem- more years to come. sessment. bers and in commending the Tysons Regional CBO estimates that enacting H.R. 5729 Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple Chamber of Commerce for its commitment to on their 60 years together and I wish them would not significantly affect the federal promoting the business community, while en- budget. Delaying implementation of the af- many more. I ask that my colleagues in the couraging social responsibility and civic en- fected rule would not alter the timing or United States House of Representatives join gagement. I wish the Chamber the very best magnitude of cash flows related to federally me in congratulating them on this momentous for its continued growth and success. issued credentials nor would it significantly occasion. affect the Coast Guard’s administrative f costs, which are subject to appropriation. f The Department of Homeland Security is al- RECOGNIZING THE 2018 TYSONS ready required to complete an assessment re- REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COM- PERSONAL EXPLANATION lated to the effectiveness of credentials MERCE BOARD OF DIRECTORS issued to transportation workers. Enacting H.R. 5729 would not affect direct HON. RALPH NORMAN spending or revenues; therefore, pay-as-you- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY go procedures do not apply. OF VIRGINIA OF CBO estimates that enacting H.R. 5729 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES would not increase net direct spending or on- Tuesday, July 3, 2018 budget deficits in any of the four consecutive Tuesday, July 3, 2018 10–year periods beginning in 2029. Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- Mr. NORMAN. Mr. Speaker, due to inclem- H.R. 5729 contains no intergovernmental or ognize the Tysons Regional Chamber of Com- private-sector mandates as defined in the merce and to congratulate the incoming 2018 ent weather, my flight was cancelled on Tues- Unfunded Mandates Reform Act. board members. Tysons has drastically trans- day, the 19th resulting in me missing votes. The CBO staff contact for this estimate is formed during the past 55 years from a Had I been present, I would have voted YEA Megan Carroll. The estimate was reviewed sleepy, rural area to one of the most vibrant on Roll Call No. 269, YEA on Roll Call No. by Leo Lex, Deputy Assistant Director for regions in the country. This change began 270, and YEA on Roll Call No. 271. Budget Analysis.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:19 Jul 04, 2018 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A03JY8.025 E03JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E966 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 3, 2018 RECOGNIZING THE 2018 PRINCE wrongs despite negative public scrutiny or are making invaluable contributions to our WILLIAM CHAMBER OF COM- damage to their reputations or even their liveli- Northern Virginia community. Founded in MERCE INVESTIGATIVE MERIT hoods. I stand with all who promote safe envi- 1927, Northern Virginia Family Service (NVFS) AWARD RECIPIENTS ronments free of discrimination, harassment, has provided assistance to tens of thousands or fear. I ask my colleagues to join me in rec- of individuals who otherwise might have gone HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY ognizing the 2018 Prince William Chamber of without the most basic of needs. NVFS does Commerce Investigative Merit Award recipi- this through a variety of services, including OF VIRGINIA ents of the Criminal Investigative Division of homelessness prevention & housing, early IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Marine Corps Installations National Capital childhood development, health & nutrition, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Region located at Marine Corps Base mental health, foster care, and youth initiatives Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- Quantico. services. mend the Naval Criminal Investigative Service f One program that deserves special recogni- (NCIS) and the Criminal Investigation Division tion is the Training Futures program. Training PERSONAL EXPLANATION of the Marine Corps Installations National Futures works with motivated, talented unem- Capital Region located at Marine Corps Base ployed or under-employed individuals who Quantico (MCINCR/MCBQ), and congratulate HON. DIANE BLACK have been largely overlooked in our commu- the 2018 Prince William Chamber of Com- OF nities, and who lack the skills needed to obtain merce Investigative Merit Award recipients. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES better paying jobs offering real futures. Over the course of the six-month program, clients The mission of the MCINCR/MCBQ Com- Tuesday, July 3, 2018 mand Inspector General is to promote combat attend classes and programs designed to de- support readiness and program efficiency of Mrs. BLACK. Mr. Speaker, I am not re- velop tactical office skills, including a Microsoft subordinate commands and tenant activities, corded for roll call votes on Thursday, June Office certificate that will better prepare them as required, in accordance with the Marine 29, 2018 because I was unavoidably detained. for a full-time, office-support position. Corps Inspector General Program. This in- Had I been present, I would have voted Aye Through this training, graduates gain the cludes, but is not limited to, effectiveness, effi- on final passage for H. Res. 970, a resolution skills, confidence, and cultural know-how to ciency, discipline, morale, economy, ethics, to compel the Department of Justice to comply excel in professional, office support positions and integrity. with the request of the House investigators across industries. This creates a powerful and On February 22, 2017, the U.S. Marine and turn over the remaining documents re- diverse talent pipeline for local businesses. Corps was notified of gender discrimination garding the FBI’s investigation of Russian in- Over the last twenty years, Training Futures and harassment occurring on social media fluence over the 2016 election. The accusa- has graduated over 2,200 individuals, with 75 sites, as illustrated by Marines United, a pri- tions of FBI abuse of the Foreign Intelligence percent of those individuals obtaining employ- vate Facebook group. Within days of notifica- Surveillance Act have serious consequences ment in office careers within six months of tion, the Marine Corps and NCIS took action for our Fourth Amendment and the American graduation. These jobs not only pay 60–65 to investigate the defamatory matter and pro- people deserve nothing less than complete percent more on average than what these vide support services for all impacted by the transparency. graduates previously earned, but they also online misconduct. The subsequent investiga- f provide regular schedules and real opportuni- ties for professional growth and promotion. tion, entitled ‘‘Operations Purple Harbor,’’ ana- A TRIBUTE TO BERNADINE AND lyzed the countless degrading images, com- JOE SOBOTKA I meet often with Fortune 500 companies in ments, and videos to identify more than 100 my district, and a constant refrain among lead- victims and locate those responsible for post- ership is the difficulty in finding qualified appli- ing the explicit material online. HON. DAVID YOUNG cants to fill their vacancies. This program and Through the collection of evidence, inter- OF IOWA others like it help fill that gap, and put skilled views of witnesses, interrogations of subjects, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES professionals in positions throughout Northern and coordination with various law enforcement Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Virginia. This provides economic benefits not agencies (both federal and civilian), the Ma- only to our community, but to the Common- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise rines and civilians were able to assist victims wealth of Virginia as a whole. today to recognize and congratulate Bernadine in obtaining justice for their images being cir- and Joe Sobotka of Diagonal, Iowa, on the It is my honor to include in the RECORD the culated without their knowledge or consent, very special occasion of their 65th wedding names of the 2018 Training Futures grad- and subsequently change the way the Marine anniversary on June 27, 2018. uates: Corps views social media misconduct. Bernadine and Joe’s lifelong commitment to Bahtiye Top, Beatriz Silva Aldana, Caroline It is my honor to include in the Record the each other and their family truly embodies our Thai, Catalin Enamorado, Chiharu Adams, following names as the 2018 Prince William Iowa values. As they reflect on their 65th anni- Edith Chistelle Toukam, Elias Abebe, Eliza- Chamber of Commerce-Investigative Merit versary, may their commitment grow even beth Degeffa, Ester Lopez, Eyob Award recipients for their extraordinary dedica- stronger, as they continue to love, cherish, Gebremariam, Fannie Ndemou, Fatima tion and outstanding performance in initiating, and honor one another for many years to Khachab, Fatma Saeed, Feyzan Hajiesmailoo, investigating, and consequently resolving ‘‘Op- come. Geraldine Sierra Parrado, Jonathan Angles, eration Purple Harbor’’: Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple Koshan Jelani, Kyung Wha Hong, Manal Warrant Officer Nicholas Van Effen. on their many years together. I ask that my Abdelmalak, Mieraf Demissie, Muna Addus, Master Gunnery Sergeant Christopher colleagues in the United States House of Rep- Nasser El Kekli, Neelad Haidari, Nibret Bates. resentatives join me in congratulating them on Kebede, Roxana Saravia Ortiz, Salome Gunnery Sergeant Paul Lawless. this momentous occasion and in wishing them Messa, Seung Hee Lee, Sophia Hassen, Ste- Staff Sergeant Ryan Martin. both nothing but continued happiness. ven Smaw, Tariq Habib, Tsering Choedon, Staff Sergeant Daniel Walker. Victoria Slaughter, Wendy Medrano, Zabiullah f Sergeant Shawn Foley. Nekzad, Zarema Dugrichilova. Sergeant Cody Smith. RECOGNIZING THE 2018 NORTHERN Mr. Speaker, programs like Training Futures Sergeant Andrew Timms. VIRGINIA FAMILY SERVICE provide invaluable experiences for their grad- Sergeant Mica Hamons. TRAINING FUTURES GRADUATES uates, while also helping them to create a bet- Sergeant Sean Lyon. ter life for themselves and their families. I con- Mrs. Estrella Carpenter. HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY gratulate all of the graduates of this year’s Ms. Liane Best. OF VIRGINIA Training Futures program, as well as the Sergeant Logan McEachern. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Board of Directors and staff of Northern Vir- Mr. Speaker, sexual harassment and gender ginia Family Service for all they do to make discrimination must never be tolerated in any Tuesday, July 3, 2018 our community a better place. I ask my col- arena. We have all seen the courage of those Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- leagues to please join me in wishing them who have dared to speak out against these ognize a remarkable group of individuals who great success in all their future endeavors.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- organizations like the Press Associa- recognize the 150th anniversary of the found- ognize a dedicated group of men and women tion, the Illinois Associated Press Editors, Mid- ing of the City of Concord, California. in Northern Virginia. Every year, each member America Press Institute and many more. He The history of Concord begins with the of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors se- Miwok people, Californian Native Americans was the first recipient of the James C. Craven lects two people from his or her district who who inhabited areas of North-Central Cali- Award for Freedom of the Press from the Illi- have demonstrated outstanding volunteer fornia. Originally founded as the community of nois Press Association and he was also service, heroism, or other exceptional commit- Todos Santos by Salvio Pacheco, the name named Illinois Journalist of the Year in 2006. ments and contributions to our community. was soon changed to Concord by the city’s He was both a mentor and friend to us, and Since the program’s inception in 1984, ap- residents. During its early years, Concord many at the News-Gazette, and his absence proximately 600 individuals have earned the thrived as an agricultural community, first hav- will not go unnoticed. honor of being named a Lord or Lady Fairfax ing many vineyards which gave way to walnut by his or her representative on the Board of We extend our deepest condolences to his orchards as a result of prohibition. Supervisors. One of Concord’s most significant drivers wife Sharon, his News-Gazette family and all This year, the Fairfax County Board of Su- has been the Concord Naval Weapons Station those who knew John. He was a valued mem- pervisors will recognize those individuals who (CNWS), a military base established in 1942. ber of the Champaign-Urbana community and have made tremendous impacts through their The station functioned as a World War II ar- will be truly missed. support of our public schools, parks, youth mament storage depot, supplying ships at Port sports leagues, arts community, public safety, Chicago. CNWS continued to support war ef- f and human service programs. It is nearly im- forts during the Korean War, the Vietnam War possible to fully describe the diversity of ac- and the Gulf War, processing and shipping A TRIBUTE TO LOIS FIGGINS complishments of the honorees. Their efforts thousands of tons of materiel out across the contribute greatly to the quality of life for the Pacific Ocean. residents of Fairfax County, and are worthy of A portion of CNWS has since been closed HON. DAVID YOUNG our praise and sincere appreciation. and is scheduled to be transferred to the City OF IOWA It is my honor to include in the RECORD the for a residential and commercial development names of the 2018 Lords and Ladies Fairfax: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES while reserving approximately two-thirds for At-Large: Lady Gretchen Bulova and Lord open-space and parks projects. The site is Tuesday, July 3, 2018 Edward L. Long, Jr. also home to the GoMentum Station proving Braddock District: Lady Meena Bhinge and groups, which is used to test self-driving cars. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Lord Tom Kennedy CNWS is helping to keep Concord evolving today to recognize and congratulate Lois Dranesville District: Lady Carole L. Herrick and an attractive location for Bay Area resi- Figgins of Atlantic, Iowa who recently retired and Lord Jeff Fairfield dents. after 50 years of service within the banking in- Hunter Mill District: Lady Carmen L. Powell Today, Concord’s classic old downtown has dustry. Lois began her banking career in 1964. and Lord Ronald Copeland a multi-story skyline and it is now the largest She started working at First Whitney Bank and Lee District: Lady Annetta Sheriff and Lord city in Contra Costa County. completed her career at TS Bank in Atlantic. Robert Kohm As a longtime resident of Concord and She had a hiatus from work at the bank when Mason District: Lady Sarah Shannon and someone who has represented it in the city, she lived overseas when her husband was Lord Melvin L. Cotner county, state, and federal government, I am serving in the military. Mount Vernon District: Lady Catherine C. grateful to represent such a diverse city and Ledec and Lord Colonel Marion ‘‘Barney’’ L. extend my congratulations on its 150th anni- Lois said she has seen many changes at Barnwell versary. the bank over the years. When she started Providence District: Lady Fran Wallingford working, everything was done on paper; there f and Lord Tom Fleury were no computers. Lois has worked in many Springfield District: Lady Lori Stillman and TRIBUTE TO MR. JOHN FOREMAN different aspects of the banking industry, in- Lord Harold Y. Pyon cluding bookkeeper, teller, assistant cashier, Sully District: Lady Alice Foltz and Lord Ste- HON. RODNEY DAVIS secretary of the installment loan department ven Vandivere OF ILLINOIS and most recently as the Credit Administrative In addition, several students will be recog- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Assistant for TS Bank in Atlantic. Lois said her nized as Celebrate Fairfax Community Spirit favorite part of her job was waiting on the cus- Scholars and Emerging Artist Scholars. I con- Tuesday, July 3, 2018 tomers and greeting them as they came in the gratulate the following honorees on receiving Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speak- door. She said she is, ‘‘grateful for the time these awards: er, I rise along with my colleague Rep. SHIM- she has spent in the banking industry, espe- Community Spirit Scholars: Kyle Gatesman, KUS, to honor John Foreman, longtime editor cially the last few years at TS Bank.’’ Lois is Sohale Hessavi, Cooper Rapp, Vandana of the News-Gazette who tragically passed active at Zion Lutheran Church, Relay for Life Subramanian, Charisma Henry, Samantha away over the weekend. and a sewing group called, ‘‘The Knotty La- Lane, Jonathan Daniel, Justin Laiti, Christine John graduated from Atwood-Hammond dies.’’ Shan, Sherry Xie High School in 1970 and first joined the news- Emerging Artist Scholars: Cameron Hobbs, paper after graduating from the University of Mr. Speaker, Lois Figgins has made a dif- Sun Ahn Illinois in 1977. He was a part-time weekend ference by helping and serving others. It is Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me reporter, and eventually made his way to edi- with great honor that I recognize her today. I in commending and expressing our gratitude tor-in-chief by 1986. In 2003, John was made know that my colleagues in the House of Rep- to these men and women who volunteer their publisher of his hometown newspaper. resentatives join me in applauding her accom- time and energy on behalf of our community. John loved everything about working at the plishments. I thank her for her service to TS Their efforts provide immeasurable benefits to News-Gazette. He loved local journalism and Bank and Southwest Iowa, and wish her con- their fellow residents and serve to strengthen knew better than anyone the importance of the tinued success in the future. and enrich the Fairfax County community.

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