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Extensions of Remarks E1361 HON. ADAM SMITH HON September 25, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1361 as a Board Member and President. He was a longstanding NATO ally, is taking in the fight and stress management. This builds trust and long time member of Rotary and the First against the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria role modeling on how to treat themselves and Presbyterian Church of Orlando. (ISIS), which has proven to be one of the one another with respect. Everyone who met or knew Woody greatest security challenges of our lifetime. Whereas, in Jennifer’s P.E. classes, she es- Woodman was impressed with his demeanor, In 2013, Turkey designated ISIS and all off- tablishes a learning environment at the begin- wit and wonderful personality. His wise coun- shoots of al Qaeda as terrorist organizations, ning of each year before any physical edu- sel to me helped launch my successful profes- including the al Nusra Front. The dangers Tur- cation takes place. Her emphasis is on the sional, business and political career. Woody key faces have most recently been exempli- principles of teamwork as a critical life skill to will truly be missed by all whose lives he fied by the attack on Suruc on July 20, 2015, be utilized well beyond the basketball court. touched. While a devoted Alabama fan, in which 32 people tragically lost their lives. Jennifer’s commitment to the nurturing of car- Woody’s wife of 37 years, Susan, helped him Just a few days later, ISIS assaulted a border ing, young people who will in turn grow into a better appreciate the Florida Gators. military post in which a Turkish soldier was caring community are a reflection of her deep Thank you again Victor ‘‘Woody’’ Woodman killed. It is disheartening to see that the character and hope for a strong bright future. for wonderful memories of a wonderful life. To Kurdistan Workers’ Party (PKK) terrorist orga- Resolved, That I Congressman JOHN Susan, Doug, Melissa and family, I extend my nization has taken ISIS attacks against Turkey GARAMENDI of California’s Third Congressional deepest sympathy. as an opportunity to restart its terrorist cam- District, do hereby recognize and celebrate the Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues paign against civilians and officials. accomplishments of Jennifer Terra. to join me as I pay tribute to this special Facing these threats, Turkey has become f friend, community leader and great American. an even more active coalition partner against HONORING SHEILA ALLEN f ISIS. Recently, Turkey opened its military base in Incirlik for manned and unmanned co- PERSONAL EXPLANATION alition air operations, and has also deployed HON. JASON SMITH its own aircraft for air strikes against ISIS tar- OF MISSOURI HON. ADAM SMITH gets in Syria. This cooperation has allowed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF WASHINGTON our countries to more effectively combat the Friday, September 25, 2015 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES threat of ISIS. Mr. Speaker, I condemn the terrorist actions Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I rise Friday, September 25, 2015 of ISIS and commend our ally for their today to honor Sheila Allen of Whitewater, Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, on furthered commitment in the fight against this Missouri for the selfless and caring attitude Wednesday, September 16, Thursday, Sep- terrorist organization. As a former President that she has shown through her volunteer tember 17, and Friday, September 18, 2015, I for the Parliamentary Assembly of the Organi- work. A homecoming event will be held in her was unable to be present for recorded votes zation for Security and Cooperation in Europe honor on September 26, 2015 in St. Louis to for medical reasons related to my ongoing re- (OSCE PA), I have worked closely with my celebrate her new role as the State President covery from two hip surgeries. Had I been Turkish counterparts, and know that the inter- for the Department of Missouri Veterans of present, I would have voted: national effort has been bolstered by the steps Foreign Wars Auxiliary for 2015–2016. Yes on roll call vote No. 495 (on the motion Turkey has taken. I ask my colleagues to join As State President, Sheila volunteers her to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 1214, as me in recognizing these tremendous efforts by time to aid the veterans of our nation and con- amended), our ally, as we both move forward to combat vey patriotic education to others. The Auxiliary Yes on roll call vote No. 496 (on the motion the threat of ISIS. to the Veterans of Foreign Wars is an organi- to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 1949, as f zation over 100 years old and works to better amended), our community by serving active-duty military No on roll call vote No. 497 (on ordering the HONORING JENNIFER TERRA personnel and their families. previous question on H. Res. 420), It is my pleasure to recognize Sheila for her No on roll call vote No. 498 (on agreeing to HON. JOHN GARAMENDI efforts and service before the United States the Collins Amendment to H. Res. 420 to OF CALIFORNIA House of Representatives. waive clause 6(a) of Rule XIII of the House IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Rules with respect to any resolution reported Friday, September 25, 2015 on the legislative day of September 24, 2015 TRIBUTE TO ELAINE BOHLING or September 25, 2015), Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today No on roll call vote No. 499 (on agreeing to to recognize the work of Jennifer Terra a HON. DAVID YOUNG the resolution H. Res. 420, as amended), physical education and diversity advocate, and OF IOWA Yes on roll call vote No. 500 (on the motion one of my district’s 2015 Woman of the year. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to recommit H.R. 758, with instructions), Whereas, on the Twenty-Second Day of Friday, September 25, 2015 No on roll call vote No. 501 (on passage of September, of the Year Two Thousand and H.R. 758), Fifteen, Jennifer Terra was recognized as a Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise No on roll call vote No. 502 (on ordering the 2015 Woman of the year. today to recognize and congratulate Elaine previous question on H. Res. 421), Whereas, Jennifer Terra is a Physical Edu- Bohling, of Greenfield, Iowa, for being se- No on roll call vote No. 503 (on agreeing to cation instructor at Emerson Jr. High school in lected as Iowan of the Day at the 2015 Iowa the resolution H. Res. 421), Davis who has been organizing Diversity train- State Fair. Yes on roll call vote No. 504 (on the motion ing as part of the Peer Helping program for 24 Since 1997, ten nominees each year are to recommit H.R. 3134, with instructions), years. Jennifer brings together junior high stu- named Iowan of the Day, receiving a special No on roll call vote No. 505 (on passage of dents and guest speakers who have suffered day of recognition at the Fair. The Iowa State H.R. 3134), from discrimination, stereotyping, and bullying. Fair Blue Ribbon Foundation looks for individ- No on roll call vote No. 506 (on passage of The goal is to break down barriers between uals across the state who personify the great- H.R. 3504). students and make them more aware of what ness of Iowa by displaying strong work ethic, f they say and do and how their words and ac- loyalty to helping others, and an exceptional tions affect the people around them. The day- sense of Iowa pride, all things easily seen in RECOGNIZING THE REPUBLIC OF long trainings take place several times Elaine. TURKEY IN THEIR FIGHT throughout the year and are open to any stu- Elaine Bohling is known as an advocate for AGAINST ISIS dent who wishes to participate. Topics cover a youth and an eager volunteer. She volunteers wide range of disabling conditions, sexual ori- with Living History Farms, Iowa Machine Shed HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS entation, race, religion, and culture. Thanksgiving Dinner, Legion Auxiliary, Des OF FLORIDA Whereas, Jennifer’s Peer Helping program Moines Playhouse, Friends of the Library, 4– IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pairs an older student with each incoming 7th H and many more organizations. One of her grader who monitors them periodically favorites, though, is the Iowa State Fair, where Friday, September 25, 2015 throughout the year and serves as a mentor. you can find her working with the Iowa 4–H Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Peer Helper’s give Prevention presentations to Foundation, Iowa Egg Council, Iowa Tourism, remind my colleagues of the actions Turkey, a the 7th graders on alcohol, tobacco, marijuana and Keep Iowa Beautiful. VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:59 Sep 26, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25SE8.011 E25SEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1362 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 25, 2015 Mr. Speaker, Elaine’s efforts embody the apply scare tactics like onerous criminal pen- young churchgoer and singer received a note Iowa spirit and I am honored to represent her, alties on doctors and clinicians. These pen- requiring him to report to his local board. and Iowans like her, in the United States Con- alties are punitive and will intimidate women Despite rising to be a military hero, York gress. I know that all of my colleagues in the away from seeking safe, legal, standardized, was unsure whether the war was just, torn be- United States House of Representatives will evidence-based care.
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