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CONGRESSIONAL RECORD— Extensions of Remarks E1635 HON December 19, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1635 Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Had I been present, I would have voted across the country. In the span of a century, me in congratulating the 2019 Stars Over Dul- NAY on Roll Call No. 683; NAY on Roll Call the league has become intricately woven into les Award recipients and in thanking these No. 684; YEA on Roll Call No. 685; YEA on the fabric of American life and the foremost businesses and individuals for their many con- Roll Call No. 686 and YEA on Roll Call No. steward of what is now known as ‘‘America’s tributions to our region’s economic success 687. Game.’’ The league’s annual ‘‘Super Bowl’’ and quality of life. Their efforts are among the f Championship is the single most-watched an- many reasons why Northern Virginia remains nual television event in the United States, one of the best places in the country in which PERSONAL EXPLANATION bringing together individuals of all ages, races, to live, work, raise a family and start a busi- and backgrounds through a common enthu- ness. I congratulate the honorees on receiving HON. BRAD R. WENSTRUP siasm for and appreciation of the game of these awards and wish them continued suc- OF OHIO football. cess. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The two pillars of the NFL are football arid community, which are demonstrated through f Thursday, December 19, 2019 the volunteerism and philanthropic efforts of IN RECONGNITION OF BIBA Mr. WENSTRUP. Madam Speaker, had I players, owners, coaches and staff, including CAGGIANO been present, I would have voted NAY on Roll through programs and initiatives ranging from Call No. 671. honoring our nation’s veterans and service HON. DORIS O. MATSUI f members to promoting cancer awareness to OF CALIFORNIA encouraging youth to maintain active and PERSONAL EXPLANATION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES healthy lifestyles. These efforts, both on and off the field, reflect the character, commitment, Thursday, December 19, 2019 HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO Ms. MATSUI. Madam Speaker, it is with fortitude and teamwork that make our commu- OF NEW YORK profound sadness that I rise to honor the life nities resilient and strong. of beloved Sacramento chef and my dear IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I therefore, recognize the National Football friend Biba Caggiano. The legacy that Biba Thursday, December 19, 2019 League as a great sports league of the United States and congratulate the NFL for 100 sea- leaves in Sacramento will be forever felt Mr. SERRANO. Madam Speaker, as a re- through her restaurant and her acclaimed sons of uniting communities across the coun- sult of an ongoing need to address health try, and look forward to another century of Italian cook books. Biba not only invigorated issues related to my Parkinson’s diagnosis, Sacramento’s food culture but was also a NFL football. and other recent health concerns, I was ab- f symbol for hospitality and hard-work. As her sent from votes yesterday, Wednesday, De- husband, Vincent, and their children Carla and cember 18, 2019. Had I been present, I would RECOGNIZING THE WASHINGTON Paola, gather to remember her life and legacy, have voted AYE on House roll call votes 695 REGIONAL ALCOHOL ROGRAM I ask my colleagues to stand with me in her and 696, the two articles of impeachment LAW ENFORCEMENT AWARDS OF memory. against President Donald J. Trump. EXCELLENCE Biba Caggiano was born in October of 1936 President Trump’s actions with regard to in Bologna, Italy. In 1960, Biba moved to New Ukraine have undermined our national secu- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY York and found work with an Italian bank. rity, our democratic processes, and our Con- Soon after, Biba moved to Sacramento, where OF VIRGINIA stitution. He has abused his office and be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she made homemade Italian dishes, a rare trayed the trust that the American people cuisine in the region at the time. Her love for placed in him. Impeachment is the only re- Thursday, December 19, 2019 traditional Italian cuisine was popular in Sac- course to hold this president accountable for Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise ramento, and she soon found herself cooking his actions. today to recognize the Washington Regional and teaching others. In 1986, she opened the f Alcohol Program (WRAP) and to congratulate now iconic midtown restaurant Biba, beginning the recipients of the 22nd Annual Law En- the movement that revolutionized Sacramento TRIBUTE TO THE 100TH SEASON forcement Awards of Excellence for Impaired cuisine. She continued to grow as a success- OF THE NATIONAL FOOTBALL Driving Prevention. ful chef, cookbook author, TV personality, and LEAGUE Founded in 1982, WRAP is an award-win- restaurateur. ning, public-private coalition formed to fight Since Biba has graced our region with her HON. DANNY K. DAVIS drunk driving, drugged driving, and underage inspiring dishes, Sacramento has become an OF ILLINOIS drinking in the Washington, D.C., metropolitan important place for food. She opened a path IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES region. Through educational and innovative for more chefs to pursue their own culinary ca- public outreach programs, WRAP is credited Thursday, December 19, 2019 reers in Sacramento. It cannot be overstated with keeping local alcohol-related death rates the influence she has had on our city. Over Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam consistently below the national average. Its her career, Biba has received the Robert Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the programs educate students and the general Mondavi Culinary Award of Excellence, North- 100th season of the National Football League. public on the dangers of alcohol and drugs, ern California Chef of the Year, and the Sac- Chicago is home to the 1986 Superbowl XX particularly driving while under the influence. ramento Business Journal’s Women Who Champion Chicago Bears and the 7th Con- Through the WRAP Holiday SoberRide pro- Mean Business Award. gressional District is one of the 13 ‘‘Original gram, individuals who are impaired can re- Madam Speaker, today we honor the in- Towns’’ from which came the 14 charter quest a free cab ride home. Since SoberRide credible life of Biba Caggiano; a wife, mother, teams that formed the American Professional was launched in 1991, 78,926 free cab rides friend, teacher, and most importantly, a true Football Association, which would become the have been provided in the Washington Metro- Sacramento treasure. Biba will be fondly re- NFL. politan area, preventing potential accidents membered by all in our community for her cre- During its inaugural 1920 season, the found- and deaths. ative spirit and her kind hospitality. I will re- ing teams that competed in the new league in- Since 1997, WRAP has sponsored an an- member her for her spirit, talent, and courage. cluded: the Akron Pros; Buffalo All-Americans; nual Law Enforcement Awards Ceremony to f Canton Bulldogs; Decatur Staleys; Racine honor local law enforcement professionals PERSONAL EXPLANATION Cardinals; Chicago Tigers; Cleveland Tigers; who have gone above and beyond the call of Columbus Panhandles; Dayton Triangles; duty in the fight against drunk driving. It is my HON. JOHN KATKO Hammond Pros; the Heralds (Detroit); Muncie honor to include in the RECORD the names of Flyers; Rock Island Independents; and the Jef- OF NEW YORK the 2019 Law Enforcement Awards of Excel- fersons (Rochester, N.Y.). Two years later, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lence for Impaired Driving Prevention recipi- new league was renamed the National Foot- ents: Thursday, December 19, 2019 ball League. Officer Patrick Cushing—City of Alexandria Mr. KATKO. Madam Speaker, I missed sev- From its humble beginnings, the National Police Department. eral votes on December 17th due to incliment Football League is now a preeminent sports Corporal Bret Kooharian—Arlington County weather and a flight delay. league, comprised of 32 teams from 22 states Police Department. VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:36 Dec 20, 2019 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A19DE8.045 E19DEPT1 aiking on DSK30JT082PROD with REMARKS.
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