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RECOGNIZING JARRETT MUCK FOR most notable achievements of the IGY, the nexus of the Federal Government’s biosurveil- ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE discovery of belts of trapped, charged particles lance efforts. The NBIC will serve as a central- SCOUT in the Earth’s upper atmosphere by the late ized system for consolidating data from bio- Dr. James Van Allen of Iowa. logical surveillance systems and will be staffed HON. SAM GRAVES Yet the discovery of the Van Allen belts is by an interagency group of biosurveillance ex- OF MISSOURI just one of the significant scientific achieve- perts. Relevant data feeds will be brought to- ments of the IGY. Indeed, scientists around gether and analyzed to monitor any unusual IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the world continue to build on the impressive health activity, including human, animal, agri- Thursday, March 1, 2007 research legacy left to them by their prede- cultural, food, and environmental health prob- Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly cessors fifty years ago. Equally importantly, lems. This analysis will enable federal, State, pause to recognize Jarrett Muck, a very spe- the IGY has been a shining example of the and local governments, and private sector en- cial young man who has exemplified the finest benefits of international cooperation in sci- tities, to quickly detect and respond to a bio- qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- entific endeavors. The coordination of global logical attack or an outbreak of any natural ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- interdisciplinary observations by researchers disease. ica, Troop 376, and in earning the most pres- from multiple nations during a time of geo- My legislation requires the Director to de- tigious award of Eagle Scout. political tensions continues to be an inspiration velop, maintain and operate the NBIC and en- Jarrett has been very active with his troop, and a model for those who recognize the sig- sure data is integrated from relevant surveil- participating in many scout activities. Over the nificant contributions that can be achieved lance systems to identify and characterize bio- many years Jarrett has been involved with when nations come together in the peaceful logical events in as near real-time as possible. scouting, he has not only earned numerous pursuit of scientific knowledge. This bill will also ensure that the Director con- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- I introduced a similar resolution in the 108th tinually enhances the NBIC’s performance by ily, peers, and community. Congress, which passed the House, to honor regularly adding new data feeds, improving Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join the IGY and to encourage the celebration of statistical and analytical tools, establishing me in commending Jarrett Muck for his ac- its 50th anniversary throughout the country procedures for reporting suspicious events, complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- and the globe. This commemoration serves to and providing technical assistance to State ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the not only remember the great scientific work and local Governments and private entities. highest distinction of Eagle Scout. that was done during the IGY, but also to in- This legislation will now give us the capa- f spire the next generation of scientists and en- bility to integrate data from biosurveillance gineers, who will be critical to our continued systems with other intelligence information to INTRODUCING A CONCURRENT progress and economic well being. In that re- provide a comprehensive and timely picture of RESOLUTION HONORING THE gard, I encourage the public and in particular all existing biological threats. Information as- 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE our young people to participate in celebrations sembled within the NBIC, such as incident or INTERNATIONAL GEOPHYSICAL planned for the IGY anniversary year and to situational awareness reports, will be shared YEAR (IGY) embrace challenging goals for future research with the heads of other agencies via informa- in Earth and space science, so that we will be tion sharing networks. HON. MARK UDALL able to look back, 50 years from now, on The NBIC is designed to be a beacon of OF COLORADO equally exciting accomplishments and discov- interagency partnering. Participating agencies will integrate biosurveillance information IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eries. Madam Speaker, I think that it is fitting that through the NBIC, provide timely information Thursday, March 1, 2007 this Congress take the time to recognize and and connectivity of data systems, detail per- Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Madam Speaker, honor the fiftieth anniversary of the Inter- sonnel to the NBIC, and participate in shaping today I am introducing a resolution to mark the national Geophysical Year, and I hope that the NBIC’s operating practices. In addition, the 50th anniversary of the International Geo- this concurrent resolution will be speedily Director may invite officials of other govern- physical Year (IGY), honoring its contributions adopted by the House. ment agencies, including interagency partners, to participate in a working group to advise and to space research, and looking forward to fu- f ture accomplishments. I am pleased that sev- steer the activities of the NBIC. eral of my colleagues from the Science and BIOSURVEILLANCE ENHANCEMENT Situational awareness and early detection Technology Committee have joined me as ACT OF 2007 can mean the difference between an outbreak original cosponsors and would like to thank and an epidemic, or between a foiled and a Chairman GORDON, Space and Aeronautics HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN successful biological attack. A strong bio- surveillance capability will help protect our citi- Subcommittee Ranking Member CALVERT, and OF RHODE ISLAND zens and will enable us to more effectively re- Research and Science Education Sub- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES committee Chairman BAIRD for their support. spond to the worst-case scenarios. I urge my The International Geophysical Year of Thursday, March 1, 2007 colleagues to join me in supporting this legis- 1957–1958 was a highly successful inter- Mr. LANGEVIN. Madam Speaker, I rise lation. national effort to coordinate global observa- today to introduce the Biosurveillance En- f tions and measurements of the solid Earth, hancement Act of 2007. A TRIBUTE TO THE LIFE OF MRS. oceans, the atmosphere, and the near-Earth Biointelligence and biosurveillance provide VERNA DUTY space environment. It was truly a global effort, the early warning systems necessary to detect involving thousands of scientists from 67 na- the spread of disease, whether natural or in- tions who came together—in the midst of the tentional. To date, these systems have not yet HON. JIM COSTA OF CALIFORNIA Cold War—to plan and carry out this ambi- been adequately developed, although IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tious cooperative scientific initiative. progress is being made. The Biosurveillance As we pause to honor the accomplishments Enhancement Act of 2007 will further their de- Thursday, March 1, 2007 of the IGY, it is worth remembering that the velopment by building upon past efforts in Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to IGY marked the dawn of the Space Age. The order to provide the United States with a truly honor the life of Mrs. Verna Duty. Mrs. Duty successful launches of the first artificial sat- effective biosurveillance capability. passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb- ellites, Sputnik 1 by the former Soviet Union The legislation I am introducing today au- ruary 24, 2007. She was 83 years old. and Explorer 1 by the United States, opened thorizes the National Biosurveillance Integra- Ms. Duty lived a life of dedication and sin- new areas of research and enabled one of the tion Center (NBIC), which will be the primary cere loyalty to those she cared for and fulfilled

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VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.001 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS E432 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 1, 2007 the philosophy by which she lived her life of current president, Joseph W. Luquire, for his NEW PUNJAB CHIEF MINISTER ‘‘leaving it better than you found it.’’ dynamic leadership and for the excellent rep- URGED TO WORK FOR SIKH SOV- Verna Viola Brown was born on September utation of the club. EREIGNTY 18, 1923 in Keota, Oklahoma. Ms. Duty relo- Madam Speaker, in closing, I congratulate cated to California and became a lifelong resi- Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club on its contin- HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS dent of Riverdale, California a small farming ued success and contributions to their commu- OF NEW YORK community in the San Joaquin Valley. nity and Nation. On the occasion of their 30th IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES She was the wife of the late Mr. Joe Duty, anniversary, I ask my colleagues to join me in a farm worker and she gained a deep appre- Thursday, March 1, 2007 acknowledging this outstanding and distin- ciation and love for those who labored in the Mr. TOWNS. Madam Speaker, recently guished organization. fields. Her pride and joy was being the mother elections were held in Punjab. The voters of my dear friend Mayor Alan Autry of the City turned out the Congress Party government f of Fresno. They shared a special bond and and restored the Shiromani Akali Dal to she was his biggest supporter as a mother, IN HONOR OF SYNOVUS BEING power. This means that Parkash Singh Badal friend, confidante and hero. Her spiritual be- NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COM- returns as Chief Minister. liefs form an inspirational foundation of values PANIES IN AMERICA The Congress Party claims to be secular, for all who knew her. but the fact is that it presided over the mas- Mrs. Duty is survived by her only child, sacre of Sikhs that took the lives of over a Fresno Mayor Alan Autry and his wife HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. quarter of a million Sikhs. It was the party that Kimberlee of Fresno; her grandchildren carried out the military attack on the Golden Lauren, Heather and Austin; her brothers OF GEORGIA Temple in Amritsar, the center and seat of the Tony, Gene, Alvin and Ronnie and sisters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sikh religion. On the other hand, the Akali Dal Gladys, Freda, Violet and Elaine. has historically been the pro-Sikh party. How- Although the passing of Mrs. Verna Duty Thursday, March 1, 2007 ever, during the tenure of Chief Minister brings sadness to those whose lives she Amarinder Singh, Punjab did reclaim its water touched, her sincere and compassionate spirit Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I rights and cancel the agreements that allowed and the ways in which she left this world a rise today to recognize and commend a com- diversion of that water to other states. The bill better place will never be forgotten. pany that has made Columbus, GA, the Sec- implementing the cancellation explicitly de- f ond Congressional District of Georgia and the clared the sovereignty of Punjab. United States proud. Synovus, a diversified fi- As you know, Madam Speaker, Punjab, HONORING THE 30TH ANNIVER- nancial services holding company based in Khalistan declared its independence on Octo- SARY OF THE BAILEY’S CROSS- Columbus, GA, recently was named by Forbes ber 7, 1987. ROADS ROTARY CLUB magazine to their Platinum 400 List of Amer- Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh, President of the ica’s Best Big Companies. Council of Khalistan, has written to Chief Min- HON. TOM DAVIS To create the list, Forbes looked at more ister Badal urging him to keep his campaign OF VIRGINIA than 1,000 publicly traded companies with at promises of a better economic life for Punjab IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES least $1 billion in revenue, and chose 400 fanners, of clean government, and to reclaim Thursday, March 1, 2007 based on metrics, earnings forecasts, cor- the capital city of Chandigarh for Punjab. He porate governance ratings, and other public also urged Mr. Badal to declare again the Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- independence of Punjab, Khalistan and to er, I rise today to commemorate the 30th anni- company information. Of course, Forbes se- lected these companies not just for their finan- work for a free and fair vote. versary of the Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary The essence of democracy is the right to Club. cial performance, but also for their leadership, innovation, and execution. self-determination. As such, a free and fair The Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club was vote on the issue of independence is called for chartered on March 12, 1977, under the spon- The story of Synovus epitomizes the Amer- if India still wishes to be looked upon as the sorship of the Falls Church Rotary Club. The ican spirit, exemplifying the kindness, innova- democracy it claims to be. The Indian govern- club was known as ‘‘The Early Birds’’ due to tion and enterprising character that has come ment is sending out its sycophants to spin the their 7:30 a.m. Friday meeting time at a Bob’s to define this country. In the 1880s, a mill Punjab elections as having ‘‘debunked’’ the Big Boy restaurant. worker at Eagle and Phenix Mill in Columbus Khalistan movement, but in fact, quite the op- There were 27 members at the club’s onset, caught her dress in a piece of machinery. As posite is the truth of the matter. which was prior to the approval of female her dress tore, her life savings, which she had I call on this Congress to stand up for free- membership. When Rotary International ap- sewn into her hem thinking it was the safest dom and join in urging the Punjab Legislative proved membership for women in 1989, the place for her money, spilled across the floor. Assembly to declare independence again, and club led the way and was among the first to to urge India to allow a free and fair plebiscite induct a woman into Rotary. G. Gunby Jordan, the mill’s secretary and on the matter of independence for Khalistan, Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club continues treasurer, happened by and offered to keep for the Christians of Nagaland, and for to maintain a focus on the Four Avenues of her money in the mill safe and pay her month- Kaslunir, as promised in 1948, as well as all Service, both internationally and in the local ly interest on the deposits. He soon offered others who seek their freedom. I also call for community. The following activities are high- the same service to all the mill workers, a sys- a stop to American aid and trade with India lights of the club’s service sponsorships: Inter- tem which years later, inspired Mr. Gunby to until basic human lights are respected and ev- act Leadership Club at JEB Stuart High establish the institution that became Columbus eryone there is allowed to live in freedom, dig- School; ‘‘Family Day’’; delivery of Thanks- Bank and Trust Company—Synovus’ lead nity, prosperity, and security. giving food baskets to the elderly during the bank. Madam Speaker, I would like to place the holiday season; food and clothing drives to as- More than a century has passed since that Council of Khalistan’s letter to Chief Minister sist the needy; a Rotary Centennial construc- torn dress, and like the act that founded Badal into the RECORD at this time with the tion project; and consistent support for match- Synovus, the company has continued to oper- permission of the House. ing grants projects. ate on the principles of integrity, character, COUNCIL OF KHALISTAN, Bailey’s Crossroads Rotary Club has con- treating people right and doing the right thing. Washington, DC, February 28, 2007. sistently been a leader in the number of mem- Hon. PARAKSH SINGH BADAL, And it has served the company in good bers who are Paul Harris Fellows, having con- Chief Minister of Punjab, Chandigarh, Punjab, tributed $1,000 or more to the Annual Pro- stead: Today, Synovus is one of the largest India. grams Fund. The club has given a total of and strongest financial institutions in the DEAR CHIEF MINISTER BADAL: Congratula- $312,000 to the Rotary Foundation since Southeast, with 39 banks and $31 billion in tions on your victory in the Punjab elections assets. and your return as Chief Minister. You 1977. The Bailey’s club is known throughout promised the return of clean government to Rotary District 7610 as the ‘‘Can Do Club’’ Indeed, I am proud to have this company in Punjab. That would be a welcome relief for and has received numerous awards including my district. Please join me in congratulating the people of Punjab. You also promised free Outstanding Club. I am proud to have served Synovus and its 14,000 employees on receiv- electricity and Rs4 per kilo for wheat flour as 1 of the 29 past presidents, and commend ing this award. and Rs20 per kilo for lentils for the poor. We

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.004 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS March 1, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E433 welcome these promises and urge you to im- Victorian—and later—residential community. Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join plement them as soon as possible. There are many examples of this rich history me in commending Brian Patrick Wessling for I call upon you to get Chandigarh back for still present in the township, from the Hessian his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of Punjab. As you know, Punjab built America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- Chandigarh to be its capital and it rightfully House, the Cora Hartshorn Arboretum, and belongs to Punjab. It is time to get it back. the Paper Mill Playhouse to the historic dis- ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. We also urge you to maintain. Captain tricts, Short Hills Park and Wyoming. f Amarinder Singh’s water policy. His govern- Millburn township was once part of Eliza- INTRODUCTION OF ROYALTY-IN- ment cancelled the unfair agreements that bethtown and Newark settlements in New Jer- KIND FOR ENERGY ASSISTANCE allowed the diversion of Punjab’s water to sey, created by a grant from Charles II to his LEGISLATION nonriparian states. In that bill, the Legisla- brother James in 1664. In 1793, Springfield tive Assembly explicitly declared the sov- township was created including Millburn. In ereignty of Punjab. Unfortunately, the Con- 1857, Springfield became part of the new HON. MARK UDALL gress Party, which presided over the mas- OF COLORADO sacre of Sikhs, is an anti-Sikh party. The Union County and Millburn became a separate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Akali Dal has historically been the pro-Sikh township within Essex County. party. Yours is the party that called on the After the Revolution, the Rahway River was Thursday, March 1, 2007 Sikh Nation to prepare ourselves for ‘‘the dammed in five places to form mill ponds. Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Madam Speaker, long struggle to liberate Khalistan.’’ You are Samuel Campbell built the first paper mill in today I am again introducing the Royalty-in- presiding over a Sikh political and religious 1790 and manufactured banknotes. Most of Kind for Energy Assistance Improvement Act. institution that controls the gurdwaras in the early mills were paper mills, among them Punjab. Remember that Professor Darshan This bill is intended to make it possible for the Singh, an Akali and former Jathedar of the the Diamond Mill, now the site of the Paper Department of Interior to implement a provi- Akal Takht, has said, ‘‘If a Sikh is not for Mill Playhouse, but hat mills eventually be- sion in the Energy Policy Act of 2005 that was Khalistan, he is not a Sikh.’’ came dominant. In 1835, the Morris and intended to provide a new way to assist low- Each morning and evening, we pray, ‘‘Raj Essex Railroad was finally completed, linking income people to heat or cool their homes. Kare Ga Khalsa,’’ the Khalsa shall rule. Do Millburn to the big cities in the East and the For several years before 2005, the Depart- you say this prayer sincerely? Wil1 Delhi let coal regions in the northwest. ment of Interior had authority to develop ‘‘roy- you implement the new price structure you Millburn has had many names, from Rum alty-in-kind’’ arrangements under which com- promised? They have done everything in Brook, Vauxhall, Milltown, and Millville. In panies developing federal oil could meet their their power to keep the Sikhs oppressed, in- cluding imposing President’s rule on Punjab 1857, Millburn was decided upon, partly be- required royalty payments by providing oil in- nine times. They have been responsible for cause many of the town’s residents were from stead of cash. The Energy Policy Act ex- the murders of a quarter of a million Sikhs, Scotland and the mill burn—Scot word for panded this provision to apply to natural-gas according to figures compiled by the Punjab river or stream—reminded them of home. developers as well, and also added new au- State Magistracy and published in The Poli- Later there were disputes over the spelling of thority for Interior to grant a preference to low- tics of Genocide by Inderjit Singh Jaijee. Millburn, but the double-L advocates won. income consumers when disposing of natural The Movement Against State Repression re- In 1872, the Wyoming Land and Improve- gas it obtained under such an arrangement. ports that over 52,000 Sikhs are being held as ment Company purchased 100 acres of land While this Energy Policy Act provision does political prisoners without charge or trial, and the first speculative real estate develop- not specifically reference the federal Low-In- some since 1984! The late General Narinder Singh said that ‘‘Punjab is a police state.’’ ment was started and named Wyoming. Stew- come Home Energy Assistance Program You have promised to end ‘‘the dark and art Hartshorn acquired 1,552 acres to build his (LIHEAP), its implementation could benefit that corrupt legacy of despotic dictatorship.’’ ideal village called Short Hills, the first planned program. There is only one way to do so. That is to de- commuter suburb in America. LIHEAP is intended to help low-income clare the sovereign independence of Today, Millburn township has a population Americans pay for their heating and cooling Khalistan. The Legislative Assembly can do of approximately 19,735 and is comprised of costs. However, at current funding levels this this and should do it. This would elevate you Millburn, including the historic Wyoming dis- critically important program serves less than immediately from Chief Minister to Prime trict, South Mountain and Millburn Center 15 percent of those who qualify for it. Imple- Minister. Self-determination is the essence of democracy. Why can’t India do the demo- areas, and Short Hills which includes the sec- menting the Energy Policy Act provision to cratic thing and allow the people of Punjab, tions of Knollwood, Glenwood, Brookhaven, grant a preference to low-income consumers Khalistan to vote in a free and fair plebiscite Country Club, Merrywood, Deerfield-Cross- would supplement LIHEAP funding and ex- on the question of independence? What are roads, Mountaintop, White Oak Ridge and Old pand the amount of energy assistance avail- they afraid of? Short Hills Estates. able to the poor. Again I congratulate you and urge you to Madam Speaker, I urge you and my col- After enactment of the 2005 legislation, I work to end the oppression of Sikhs and keep leagues to join me in congratulating the resi- joined my colleagues from Colorado in writing the interests of the Sikh Nation foremost in dents of Millburn township on the celebration a letter to Interior Secretary Gail Norton asking your mind as you embark upon your term as her to consider beginning implementation of Chief Minister. I urge you to work to regain of 150 years of rich history of one of New Jer- the sovereignty that is our birthright. sey’s finest municipalities. the new provision through a pilot program in Sincerely, f Colorado. In the letter we emphasized the im- DR. GURMIT SINGH AULAKH, portance of helping this country’s most vulner- President, Council of Khalistan. RECOGNIZING BRIAN PATRICK able citizens, who are increasingly hard hit by f WESSLING FOR ACHIEVING THE rising energy costs. RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT In a reply to my office, the Interior Depart- TRIBUTE TO THE TOWNSHIP OF ment responded that the Interior Department’s MILLBURN, ESSEX COUNTY, NJ HON. SAM GRAVES lawyers had reviewed the Energy Policy Act OF MISSOURI provision and had concluded that as it now HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stands it could not be implemented because the current law ‘‘does not provide the Depart- OF NEW JERSEY Thursday, March 1, 2007 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment with the authority or discretion to receive Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly less than fair market value for the royalty gas Thursday, March 1, 2007 pause to recognize Brian Patrick Wessling, a or oil.’’ Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Madam Speaker, I very special young man who has exemplified My bill is intended to correct the legal defi- rise today to honor the township of Millburn, the finest qualities of citizenship and leader- ciencies in the provision as enacted to make Essex County, NJ, a vibrant community I am ship by taking an active part in the Boy Scouts it possible for the Interior Department to imple- proud to represent. All through 2007 the good of America, Troop 395, and in earning the ment the program. In developing the legisla- citizens of Millburn township will be celebrating most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. tion, my staff has reviewed the Interior Depart- the township’s 150th anniversary with special Brian has been very active with his troop, ment’s legal opinion and has consulted with events including a sesquicentennial parade in participating in many scout activities. Over the the Interior Department’s lawyers and with June and an anniversary ball in October. many years Brian has been involved with other legal experts. Based on that review, I Millburn began as a colonial settlement with scouting, he has not only earned numerous think enactment of my bill will resolve the legal agricultural origins, followed by a 19th century merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- problems cited by the Interior Department and mill/factory economy and eventually became a ily, peers, and community. will enable the program to go forward.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.008 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS E434 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 1, 2007 Spring may be nearly upon us, but hot sum- The United States must embrace the con- administrator who was always committed to mer temperatures and another winter are just cept of bilateral cooperation in order to win the public service. As she gets set to spend more months away. I believe the Energy Policy Act war on terrorism, and I believe that this bill is time with her husband, Brent, I wish her con- provision to help low-income consumers is an an important step in that direction. H.R. 884 tinued success and good luck in all her future innovative tool that must be allowed to work. will establish a Science and Technology endeavors. The Royalty-in-Kind for Energy Assistance Im- Homeland Security International Cooperative f provement Act would make this possible. I Programs Office to facilitate international co- urge my colleagues to support this legislation operative activities throughout the Directorate RECOGNIZING THE FAIRFAX COUN- and to support energy assistance for this na- of Science and Technology. TY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2007 tion’s most vulnerable residents. This legislation does not seek to duplicate VALOR AWARD RECIPIENTS Here is a brief outline of the bill: other efforts underway. Rather, it will strength- Section One—provides a short title (‘‘Roy- en ongoing partnerships with homeland secu- HON. TOM DAVIS alty-in-Kind for Energy Assistance Improve- rity allies such as Israel, the United Kingdom, OF VIRGINIA ment Act of 2006’’). Canada, Australia, and Singapore, while en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Section Two—sets forth findings regarding couraging new ones. The United States cur- Thursday, March 1, 2007 the importance of LIHEAP and the intent of rently participates in similar bilateral programs the relevant provisions of law regarding pay- such as the Binational Industrial Research and Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- ment of royalties-in-kind and the conclusion of Development, or BIRD foundation, in which er, I rise today to recognize an outstanding the Interior Department that the provision of the United States and Israel cooperate on de- group of men and women in Northern Virginia. the 2005 Energy Policy Act intended to allow fense-related R&D. The office would conduct The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce use of royalties-in-kind to benefit low-income similar activities, but would be run by the De- annually recognizes individuals who have consumers cannot be implemented. This sec- partment of Homeland Security rather than a demonstrated superior dedication to public tion also states the bill’s purpose, which is to private foundation. safety with the prestigious Valor Award. Sev- amend that part of the Energy Policy Act in This office within the Department of Home- eral members of the Vienna Police Depart- order to make it possible for it to be imple- land Security will foster partnerships with for- ment have earned this highest honor that Fair- mented in order to assist low-income people eign governments and businesses by requiring fax County bestows upon its public safety offi- to meet their energy needs. that the foreign partner equitably match U.S. cials. Section Three—amends the relevant provi- funding expended through direct funding or There are several types of Valor Awards sion (Section 342(j)) of the Energy Policy Act funding of complementary activities, or through that can be awarded to a public safety officer: by— provision of staff, facilities, material, or equip- the Lifesaving Award, the Certificate of Valor, (1) adding explicit authority for the Interior ment. or the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal of Valor. Department to sell royalty-in-kind oil or gas for This country has a proud history of recog- It is with great pride that I enter into the as little as half its fair market value in imple- nizing the value of and promoting international record the names of the recipients of the 2007 menting that part of the Energy Policy Act cooperation, particularly in the field of tech- Valor Awards in the Vienna Police Depart- under an agreement that the purchaser will be nology. I am pleased to be an original cospon- ment. Receiving the Lifesaving Award: Master required to provide an appropriate amount of sor of this bipartisan legislation, and encour- Police Officer Trent H. Nelson, Sergeant resources to a Federal low-income energy as- age my colleagues to support H.R. 884. Jamie L. Smith, Police Officer First Class sistance program; f Jarod B. Evans; the Certificate of Valor: Ser- (2) clarifying that such a sale at a dis- geant Michael R. Reeves, Officer Christopher counted price will be deemed to comply with RECOGNIZING LINDA HOLBROOK W. Shaver. the Anti-deficiency Act; and Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to (3) authorizing the Interior Department to HON. JIM COSTA take this opportunity to thank all the men and issue rules and enter into agreements that are OF CALIFORNIA women who serve in the Vienna Police De- considered appropriate in order to implement IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES partment. Their efforts, made on behalf of the that part of the Energy Policy Act. citizens of Fairfax County, are selfless acts of Thursday, March 1, 2007 These changes are specifically designed to heroism and truly merit our highest praise. I correct the legal deficiencies that the Interior Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to join me in applauding Department has determined currently make it pay tribute to the distinguished public service this group of remarkable citizens. impossible for it to implement this part of the of Linda Holbrook. After 35 years with the U.S. f Energy Policy Act. Department of the Treasury—Internal Rev- IN HONOR OF AFLAC, INC. BEING f enue Service, IRS, she will retire. During her tenure, Linda worked her way NAMED ONE OF THE BEST COM- H.R. 884—PROMOTING ANTITER- from an entry-level data transcriber to her cur- PANIES IN AMERICA RORISM COOPERATION THROUGH rent position for the past 13 years as Territory TECHNOLOGY AND SCIENCE ACT Manager of the IRS Real Estate and Facilities HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. Management Operations, Fresno Territory. I OF GEORGIA SPEECH OF have had the pleasure of working with Linda, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and her dedication to the community is to be HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN Thursday, March 1, 2007 OF RHODE ISLAND commended. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During her time in Facilities Management, Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Madam Speaker, I Linda guided the acquisition of over 500,000 rise today to recognize and commend a com- Tuesday, February 27, 2007 square feet of space in eight buildings in pany that has made Columbus, GA, the Sec- Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- downtown Fresno, bringing thousands of Fed- ond Congressional District of Georgia and the leagues today in support of H.R. 884, the eral employees and visitors into our central United States proud. Aflac, Inc., a company ‘‘Promoting Antiterrorism Cooperation through business district. Her support of the city of that epitomizes corporate citizenship and re- Technology and Science Act.’’ Fresno’s downtown revitalization effort has sponsibility towards its employees, recently While touring the northeast United States in been widely recognized and has served as a was named by Forbes magazine to their Plat- 1955, President Eisenhower spoke of the im- stellar example of the benefits that can arise inum 400 List of America’s Best Big Compa- portance of international diplomacy and co- from partnership among congressional, Fed- nies. operation to solve the rising problems posed eral Government and local officials. Linda To create the list, Forbes looked at more by communism in the Far East. It was Eisen- serves as an example to staff throughout the than 1,000 publicly traded companies with at hower who said ‘‘Only strength can cooperate. Federal Government of how a local program least $1 billion in revenue, and chose 400 Weakness can only beg.’’ Just as Eisenhower manager can work closely with local officials based on metrics, earnings forecasts, cor- envisioned the role of international cooperation to assure that each group’s work complements porate governance ratings, and other public to address the communist threat in the 20th the others in such a way that both are en- company information. Of course, Forbes se- century, so too must we solicit international hanced. lected these companies not just for their finan- cooperation to solve the terrorism threat in the Throughout her career at the IRS, Linda cial performance, but also for their leadership, 21st century. Holbrook has proven to be a highly effective innovation, and execution.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.011 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS March 1, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E435 Founded in downtown Columbus, GA, in lndian government itself that created the Lib- a Sikh is not a Khallstani, he is not a 1955 by brothers John, Paul and Bill Amos, eration Tigers of Tamil Eelam, identified by the Sikh.’,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. After human-rights activist Jaswant Singh the American Family Life Insurance Company U.S. government as a terrorist organization. Khalra exposed the Indian government’s pol- ended its first year with 6,426 policyholders Madam Speaker, the essence of democracy icy of mass cremation of Sikhs, in which and $388,000 in assets. Today, Aflac has over is the right to self-determination. It is time for over 50,000 Sikhs have been arrested, tor- $56 billion in assets and insures 40 million India to end the repression of its minorities tured, and murdered, then their bodies were people worldwide. Additionally, Aflac is the and allow them to exercise their basic demo- declared unidentified and secretly cremated, number one provider of guaranteed-renewable cratic right to a free and fair vote on the ques- the police kidnapped him. Khalra was mur- insurance in the United States. tion of independence. This Congress should dered in police custody. No one has been As it has gained respect around the world, put itself on record demanding that India do brought to justice for the kidnapping and murder of Jaswant Singh Khalra. Rajiv Aflac has been an asset to my district, pro- so. Further, we should cut off our aid to India Singh Randhawa, who was the only witness viding 3,800 employees in our area with good and our trade with that country until full human to the Khalra kidnapping, has been repeat- jobs and a positive work environment. In addi- rights, including the right to self-determinatlon, edly subjected to police harassment. This in- tion to this year’s award from Forbes, Aflac are enjoyed by all the people there. cludes being arrested for trying to hand a has received many others, including being Madam Speaker, I request permission to piece of paper to then-British Home Sec- named among Fortune magazine’s ‘‘Best place the Council of Khalistan’s press release retary Jack Straw in front of the Golden Places to Work’’ for 9 years running, as one on the Punjab ejections into the RECORD at Temple. The police never released the body this time. of former Jathedar of the Akal Takht of the ‘‘Best Companies for Diversity’’ by Black Gurdev Singh Kaunke after SSP Swaran [From the Council of Khalistan—Press Enterprise magazine, and among the ‘‘100 Singh Ghotna murdered him. He was never Release] Best Companies for Working Mothers’’ by punished for this crime. Working Mother magazine. AKALI DAL WINS PUNJAB ELECTIONS—MUST In 1994, the U.S. State Department re- Aflac also makes significant contributions to PUT INTERESTS OF SIKH NATION FIRST— ported that the Indian government had paid the community, including a gift of nearly $34 KHALISTAN IS THE ONLY SOLUTION over 41,000 cash bounties for killing Sikhs. A million to the Aflac Cancer Center and Blood WASHINGTON, DC., FEB. 28, 2007.—The report by the Movement Against State Re- Shlromani Akali Dal, under the leadership of pression (MASR) quotes the Punjab Civil Disorders Service at Children’s HealthCare in Parkash Singh Badal, won the state elec- Magistracy as writing ‘‘if we add up the fig- Atlanta. tions for the Punjab Legislative Assembly, ures of the last few years the number of in- Indeed, I am proud to have this company in winning 48 of 117 seats to 44 for the Congress nocent persons killed would run into lakhs my district. Please join me in congratulating party, 19 for the Bharatiya Janata Party, 5 [hundreds of thousands.]’’ The Indian Su- Aflac and its 69,000 U.S.-based agents on re- Independents. and one seat still to be elect- preme Court called the Indian government’s ceiving this award. ed. Since the Akalls and the BJP are coali- murders of Sikhs ‘‘worse than a genocide.’’ tion partners, this puts the Akall coalition The MASR report states that 52,268 Sikhs are f back in charge with a 67-seat majority. As a being held as political prisoners in India COUNCIL OF KHALISTAN COM- reward, the BJP got the position of Deputy without charge or trial, mostly under a re- MENTS ON PUNJAB ELECTIONS Chief Minister. pressive law known as the ‘‘Terrorist and ‘‘It is sad that the people of Punjab are re- Disruptive Activities Act’’ (TADA), which enacting the cycle of choosing between the expired in 1995. Many have been in illegal HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS Congress Party, which presided over the custody since 1984. There has been no list OF NEW YORK massacre of Sikhs and the Akalis, whose coa- published of those who were acquitted under IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lition partner, the BJP, wants to wipe out TADA and those who are still rotting in In- the Sikhs and all minorities,’’ said Dr. dian jails. Tens of thousands of other minori- Thursday, March 1, 2007 Gurmit Singh Aulakh, President of the ties are also being held as political prisoners, Mr. TOWNS. Madam Speaker, the Council Council of Khalistan. ‘‘Captain Amarinder according to Amnesty International. Last of Khalistan recently issued a press release Singh is to be given credit for doing some year, 35 Sikhs were charged and arrested in pro-Sikh things like cancelling the water on the elections in Punjab and the victory of Punjab for making speeches in support of agreements that permitted the diversion of Khalistan and raising the Khalistani flag. the Shiromani Akali Dal. Dr. Gurmit Singh Punjab’s water to non-riparian states,’’ said ‘‘How can making speeches and raising a flag Aulakh, President of the Council of Khalistan, Dr. Aulakh. ‘‘But he is still trapped by the be considered crimes in a democratic soci- noted the unfortunate cycle between the Con- Congress Party. Badal, who presided over the ety?’’ asked Dr. Aulakh. gress party, which was primarily responsible most corrupt government in Punjab’s his- India is on the verge of disintegration. for the genocide against Sikhs, and the tory, has pledged clean government. He has Kashmir is about to separate from India. As Shiromani Akali Dal, which is in coalition with promised free electricity for Punjab farmers L.K. Advani said, ‘‘If Kashmir goes, India the Hindu nationalist Bharatiya Janata Party and Rs4 per kilo for wheat flour and Rs20 per goes.’’ History shows that multinational kilo for lentils to the poor. Let’s see if he states such as India are doomed to failure. (BJP), which is the political arm of the keeps his word, Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Countries like Austria-Hungary, India’s Rashtriya Swayamsewak Singh (RSS), an or- ‘‘Radal is the head of a Sikh religious and longtime friend the Soviet Union, Yugo- ganization formed in support of the Fascists of political body. His party controls the slavia, Czechoslovakia, and others prove this Europe which has been responsible for acts of Gurdwaras in Punjab. That’s where he got point. India is not one country; it is a poly- violence against minorities. The RSS also the money to buy the alcohol for his elec- glot liKe those countries, thrown together published a booklet on how to implicate mi- tion,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. He noted that the for the convenience of the British colonial- norities such as Sikhs, Christians, and others BJP, the Akalls’ coalition partner, is the po- ists. It is doomed to break up as they did. in false criminal cases. An alternative to these litical arm of the Rashtriya Swayamsewak There is nothing in common in the culture of Sangh (RSS). a pro-Fascist organization that a Hindu living in Bengal and one in Tamil two parties is sorely needed. The Sikh nation has worked to eliminate minorities from Nadu, let alone between them and the minor- needs leaders who are committed to pro- India. ‘‘Is Badal on the side of the Sikhs or ity nations of South Asia,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. tecting their interests. the RSS?’’ Dr. Aulakh asked. He called on ‘‘Freedom is the God-given right of every As you know, Madam Speaker, former the Badal government to get Chandigarh nation and every human being,’’ said Dr. President Bill Clinton, in his foreword to Mad- back for Punjab. ‘‘Punjab built Chandigarh Aulakh. He noted that the Indian govern- eline Albright’s book, wrote that 38 Sikhs in to be its capital. It properly belongs to us. ment was already spinning the results. Chithisinghpora were murdered while he was The government of Punjab should be press- ‘‘Their wholly-owned U.S. Congressman, ing to get our capital back,’’ he said. Frank Pallone (D-New Jersey) has already visiting by Hindu militants. New York Times re- ‘‘Remember that the Akalls once called on portrayed the elections as a rejection of porter Barry Bearak has concluded that the In- the Sikh Nation to carry out ‘the long strug- Khalistan, even though the voters defeated dian government’s forces were responsible. gle to liberate Khalistan,’’’ Dr. Aulakh said. the Congress Party, which is against Although the killers dressed as ‘‘militants,’’ ‘‘These elections show why we must liberate Khalistan,’ Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Congressman they spoke to each other in the language of Khalistan from Indian occupation and op- Pallone sounds like he is being compensated the Indian army. It appears that this is just an- pression,’’ said Dr. Aulakh. ‘‘That is the only by the Indian regime,’’ Dr. Aulakh noted. other of the many incidents where either the way for Sikhs to protect ourselves from In- ‘‘Sikhs must be allowed to have a free and Indian military or its paid ‘‘Black Cats’’ para- dia’s brutality. Elections under the Indian fair plebiscite on the issue of Khalistan. In a constitution will only perpetuate it. The democracy, you cannot continue to rule military units have been caught carrying out only way that the repression will stop and against the wishes of the people,’’ he said. terrorist incidents in the guise of alleged ‘‘mili- Sikhs will live in freedom, dignity, and pros- ‘‘The essence of democracy is the right to tants.’’ perity is to liberate Khalistan,’’ said Dr. self-determination. Currently, there are 17 Remember that according to India Today, Aulakh. ‘‘As Professor Darshan Singh, freedom movements within India’s borders. India’s leading news magazine, it was the former Jathedar of the Akal Takht, said, ‘If It has 16 official languages. It cannot hold

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Everyone salutes and thanks you. ‘‘Now it is the time for the Sikh Nation of TRIBUTE TO OREGON’S LAST Punjab, Khalistan to become independent. WORLD WAR I VETERAN MR. Our freedom is because of your sacrifices. We must free Khalistan now.’’ HOWARD V. RAMSEY United States of America—you represent our best. f Respect and appreciation is what we have for TRIBUTE TO THE RIVERDALE HON. DARLENE HOOLEY you. VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT OF OREGON Helping us to live in a safer world. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Excellence, respect, and discipline is what Thursday, March 1, 2007 you are. HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN Racing around the world to protect our free- OF NEW JERSEY Ms. HOOLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today dom. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to honor and pay tribute to Oregon’s last Overcoming fear, challenges, and being far Thursday, March 1, 2007 World War I veteran, Mr. Howard V. Ramsey. from home. Experiencing hardships to keep our country Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Madam Speaker, I On February 22, 2007, our country lost one of our bravest, one of our favorite sons. free. rise today to honor the Riverdale Volunteer Supporting you is our duty, and we offer our Fire Department in the borough of Riverdale, Howard V. Ramsey was born in 1898 in prayers for your safety. Rico, Colorado. As a student at Washington Morris County, New Jersey, a vibrant commu- Madam Speaker, I commend these young High in Portland, Oregon, Mr. Ramsey en- nity I am proud to represent. On February 25, folks for their thoughtfulness and patriotism. I rolled in the Oregon Naval Militia. After a 2007, the good citizens of Riverdale will cele- hope they continue to be shining examples failed attempt to enroll in the United States brate the Fire Department’s 100th anniversary. and wish them all best. Army because he was underweight, Mr. The Riverdale Volunteer Fire Department of- f ficially began as the Pompton Volunteer Fire Ramsey’s perseverance and dedication to Department on February 25, 1907. Twenty- serve showed true as he was accepted later COMMEMORATING THE 46TH ANNI- three men from the village of Pompton, New that year. VERSARY OF THE PEACE CORPS Jersey, and vicinity met at Post’s Mercantile Mr. Ramsey served as an Army corporal in Shop on the Hamburg-Paterson Turnpike on France. Armed with the highly sought-after HON. TOM LANTOS January 2, 1907, to begin organizing a local skill of driving, Mr. Ramsey was charged with OF CALIFORNIA fire department. By the end of February, offi- providing transportation for officers, providing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES water for soldiers on the front lines and return- cers had been elected and the name Pompton Thursday, March 1, 2007 Fire Department had been selected. ing the bodies of soldiers killed in combat. The Apparatus Committee first purchased After completing his service, Mr. Ramsey re- Mr. LANTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today three dozen pails and painted them red. Later turned to Portland, Oregon, around 1920 and to congratulate the Peace Corps on its 46th anniversary, and commend the agency and its in 1907, the department approved ‘‘no more worked for Hudson-Essex, which later became volunteers on the invaluable contribution they than $10’’ to build a two-wheeled truck to Hudson Motor Car Company. In 1922 he went have made in promoting America’s interests carry ladders. Located on the Hamburg- to work for Western Electric, which later be- and values around the world since the organi- Paterson Turnpike, the first firehouse was on came AT&T, and retired in 1963 at the age of zation’s founding in 1961. land now occupied by the Hale-DuBow Agen- 65. I join all Oregonians, and all Americans, in Forty-six years ago, President Kennedy cy building. The village of Pompton became challenged Americans to ‘‘Ask not what your expressing my sincere condolences to the the borough of Riverdale in 1923, but the fire country can do for you, ask what you can do family of Howard V. Ramsey for their loss. Our department retained its original name until for your country.’’ His inspiring words launched state, and our nation, is greater because of 1958, when it was changed to the Riverdale the Peace Corps, which President Kennedy Mr. Ramsey’s presence and we are lessened Volunteer Fire Department. In the early 1960’s officially established by Executive order on by his passing. the department united with most other bor- March 1, 1961. The response to the Presi- It is a true honor and privilege to be here ough organizations and moved to the town dent’s call for this bold experiment was swift today to remember one of the last World War municipal building. The fire department moved and enthusiastic, with the first volunteers ac- to Post Lane in 1980 and has remained at that I veterans. Madam Speaker, our country is cepting the challenge and leaving for their site. honored by his service and thankful for all that overseas assignments less than 6 months The borough of Riverdale joined with nine he gave to ensure our freedom. later. other Morris County towns in September 1993 f Each successive generation has answered to form the Northeastern Morris Mutual Aid ‘‘YOU ARE OUR HEROES’’ President Kennedy’s call, expanding the Association, NEMMA. NEMMA meets monthly Peace Corps’ ranks and extending its reach to discuss firematic issues, trade information, every year. Since its inception, more than and conduct training sessions. Every year one HON. JEFF MILLER 187,000 Peace Corps volunteers have been of the towns hosts a large-scale simulated dis- OF FLORIDA invited by 139 host countries to work on aster drill. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES issues ranging from HIV/AIDS education to in- The borough of Riverdale has grown over Thursday, March 1, 2007 formation technology and environmental pres- the years and since 2000 has seen new multi- ervation. story condominiums, senior housing, and the Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, I This year, more than 7,700 volunteers have completion of a large retail complex, all of rise today to recognize the fourth grade class fulfilled President Kennedy’s vision by living which has strained the volunteer fire depart- at Redeemer Lutheran School in Pensacola, and working alongside people in 73 countries. ment. In addition to building and vehicle fires, Florida, for their letters of appreciation to our Today’s Peace Corps is more vital than ever, the firefighters respond to medivac landings, nation’s past and present servicemen and working on emerging and essential areas such flood evacuations, motor vehicle extrications, women. as business, community, and youth develop- and hazmat incidents. Town government and Last week when I visited the school, the ment, and committing over 1,000 new volun- citizen support has enabled the fire depart- fourth grade class shared with me a letter teers as a part of the President’s Emergency ment to make necessary equipment pur- project that they have been working on since Plan for AIDS Relief. Peace Corps Volunteers chases, complete additions and renovations to the start of the school year. Their letters of reach over 1.6 million young people every the firehouse, and development a length of thanks and admiration are sent to our men year, working on service-learning projects, service program to help recruit and retain and women serving proudly overseas. I would teaching them the value of giving back to their members. For the first time in decades, mem- like to take the time and share with you their own communities. bership is over 30 firefighters. heartfelt letter. The Peace Corps has received such ex- Madam Speaker, I urge you and my col- YOU ARE OUR HEROES traordinary success because its mission reso- leagues to join me in congratulating the bor- You are the men and women we honor today. nates with Americans and with the millions of

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They work with teachers and parents to Almost 6 years in the making, this elegant, OF VIRGINIA improve access to education, with community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES groups to reach out to at-risk youth, with farm- robust vessel—envisioned originally as a ers to develop better farming methods, and means of rekindling interest in the region’s rich Thursday, March 1, 2007 with communities and local governments to maritime heritage—will become the first gen- Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- stop the spread of HIV/AIDS and other infec- uine wooden sailing ship to be built here in er, I rise today to recognize an outstanding tious diseases. more than 100 years. Where once there were group of men and women in Northern Virginia. The Peace Corps’ work has made a critical hundreds of such ships, and many shipyards, The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce contribution to America’s national security. now there is just one to call this region home, annually recognizes individuals who have Born during the height of the cold war as a but it’s a ship worth the wait. demonstrated superior dedication to public means of preventing the false promise of com- safety with the prestigious Valor Award. Sev- The 150-ton Spirit of South Carolina has munism from taking hold in the developing eral members of the Fairfax County Police De- world, it has adapted its mission for the 21st been designed and built along the lines of the partment have earned this highest honor that century to embrace all people struggling to traditional pilot schooners that served as a Fairfax County bestows upon its public safety survive and take advantage of the new oppor- vital component of the region’s busy mer- officials. tunities of our times. Peace Corps is critical in cantile scene in the 18th and 19th centuries. There are several types of Valor Awards our effort to promote sustainable development, Like its forerunners, this ship has been built that can be awarded to a public safety officer: human rights and rule of law, and encourage with traditional methods, including lumber the Lifesaving Award, the Certificate of Valor, free markets. Through Peace Corps, people of grown in South Carolina, and this ship will or the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal of Valor. foreign nations learn that America is a force also have a crucial function—serving to deep- It is with great pride that I enter into the for peace, justice and prosperity in the world. en and enhance the education of young stu- record the names of the recipients of the 2007 The Peace Corps is celebrating its 46th an- dents from around the State. Valor Awards in the Fairfax County Police De- niversary this week to raise awareness of its partment. Receiving the Lifesaving Award: Mr. The Spirit of South Carolina will serve as an good work. I would like to recognize the 13 Khalid S. Sheikh; the Certificate of Valor: Ser- volunteers from my district who have met ambassador for our community and for the geant Michael O. Barbazette, Detective An- President Kennedy’s call and are serving val- State of South Carolina. She is a beautiful, thony D. Erway, Police Officer First Class iantly in countries across the globe. I ask my fast, world-class schooner, which will rep- Brian A. Gaydos, Detective John P. Keating, colleagues, Mr. Speaker, to join me in cele- resent the history and culture of the Palmetto Second Lieutenant Christopher C. Cochrane, brating the Peace Corps’ success and wishing State in port cities around the world. Wherever Police Officer First Class John S. Turner Jr., it well into the future. she sails, the Spirit of South Carolina and her Police Officer First Class Eric M. Hillebrand, crew will serve as South Carolina’s goodwill Police Officer First Class Darrell D. Estess; SWORN-IN VOLUNTEERS IN THE 12TH DISTRICT OF ambassadors. the Gold Medal: Master Police Officer Michael CALIFORNIA, REPRESENTATIVE TOM LANTOS E. Garbarino, Detective Vicky O. Armel, Offi- Thanks to the hard work and dedication of cer Richard A. Lehr Jr.; the Silver Medal: Mas- Country of Start of SVC Projected COS folks like Chairman John ‘‘Hank’’ Hofford, Volunteer name service date date ter Police Officer Mark P. Dale, Detective Jef- Mayor Joe Riley, Pierre Manigault, R.E. frey W. Andrea, Master Police Officer William Beasley, Rachel E ...... Niger ...... 29–Sep–2006 28–Sep–2008 ‘‘Teddy’’ Turner, Jr., Brad and Meaghan Van Beitiks, Mikelis V ...... Ghana ...... 02–Dec–2005 02–Dec–2007 C. Horn, Second Lieutenant Boyd F. Thomp- Brownlee, Thomas E ...... South Africa 13–0ct–2005 06–0ct–2007 Liew, Captain Anthony Arrow and many more, son Jr.; the Bronze Medal: Police Officer First Capp, Anna J ...... Burkina Faso 21–0ct–2005 18–0ct–2007 De Vries, Thomas B ...... Cape Verde 09–Sep–2005 03–Sep–2007 the Spirit of South Carolina is now a reality. Class Westley S. Bevan, Lieutenant Stephen Farrell, Rachel L ...... Peru ...... 02–Dec–2005 02–Dec–2007 J. Thompson, Second Lieutenant Craig C. Finlev, Tessa M ...... Kenya ...... 05–Aug–2005 03–Aug–2007 Kent, Ashley M ...... Malawi ...... 15–Dec–2005 11–Dec–2007 f Copeland, Detective Steven L. Carroll, Police Levine, Pamela B ...... Tanzania ..... 16–Aug–2006 16–May–2008 Officer First Class Daniel L. Horton, Master Meyer, Andrea R ...... Zambia ...... 14–Aug–2006 09–Aug–2008 RECOGNIZING CHRISTOPHER Moutsos, Thomas S ...... Philippines .. 01–Jun–2006 06–Jun–2008 Police Officer Jeffrey K. Rockenbaugh, Master Tang, Natalie M ...... Madagascar 06–Dec–2005 11–Dec–2007 BLAKE FOR ACHIEVING THE Police Officer Robert D. Patterson, Police Offi- Wandro, Joshua D ...... Azerbaijan ... 05–Aug–2005 04–Aug–2007 RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT Total volunteers: 13 ...... cer First Class James H. Urie, Police Officer First Class Ivan J. Roeske, Public Safety f Communicator III Lisa A. Smith, Lieutenant Jo- HON. SAM GRAVES SPIRIT OF SOUTH CAROLINA seph R. Hill, Police Officer First Class Chris- LAUNCHES HOPE FOR STUDENTS OF MISSOURI topher R. Keaveny, Police Officer First Class David M. Popik, Sergeant Mark J. Smith, Ser- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. HENRY E. BROWN, JR. geant John G. Sterling, Police Officer First Thursday, March 1, 2007 Class Michael A. Wheeler. OF SOUTH CAROLINA Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly take this opportunity to thank all the men and Thursday, March 1, 2007 pause to recognize Christopher Blake, a very women who serve in the Fairfax County Police Department. Their efforts, made on behalf of Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Madam special young man who has exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship and leadership by the citizens of Fairfax County, are selfless acts Speaker, on Sunday, March 4, 2007, an im- of heroism and truly merit our highest praise. portant event will take place in Charleston, taking an active part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 395, and in earning the most I ask my colleagues to join me in applauding SC. The South Carolina Maritime Heritage this group of remarkable citizens. Foundation will be launching its tall ship, the prestigious award of Eagle Scout. f Spirit of South Carolina. Christopher has been very active with his The Spirit of South Carolina a few years troop, participating in many Scout activities. SIKH EDITOR WRITES TO PRESI- ago was nothing more than a footnote in the Over the many years Christopher has been in- DENT BUSH, URGES SUPPORT South Carolina history books. ‘‘The residents volved with Scouting, he has not only earned FOR SIKH FREEDOM of Charleston and South Carolina are recon- numerous merit badges, but also the respect necting with a bygone era, and in so doing, of his family, peers, and community, HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS they intend to address crucial issues in edu- OF NEW YORK Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join cation. In a city known for historic preserva- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, this initiative isn’t about buildings; this me in commending Christopher Blake for his time it involves a ship—the Spirit of South accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of Thursday, March 1, 2007 Carolina. When the newly built, 140-foot tradi- America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- Mr. TOWNS. Madam Speaker, recently, Dr. tional sailing vessel finally splashes down on ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Awatar Singh Sekhon, Managing Editor of the

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.023 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS E438 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 1, 2007 International Journal of Sikh Affairs, wrote to biologist, research scientist, administrator very foundation—the right of national self- President Bush about the dangerous situation and academic a few years ago. I am now ac- determination? in India, where democratic rights for minorities tive in work for human rights. These rights India aspires for its leaders—M.K. Ghandi are not peculiar to a people or country; they and J.L. Nehru—to be recognized with other are under continuing threat. He also published protect the entire human race. I am express- great leaders of the democratic world like the letter in his magazine. ing below my concerns over the likelihood of George Washington, Franklin D Roosevelt, Dr. Sekhon noted that the interests of the damage to long-term interests of the United Abraham Lincoln, J.F. Kennedy, Jimmy United States and its allies, such as Canada, States of America, its allies, the NATO Carter, and William Jefferson Clinton. But it are likely to be damaged by continuing close forces, Canada in particular. The pain of cannot even begin to secure that position cooperation with India. As he observed, al- sufferings families of North America, in Eu- until it can show that they stood up for the though India proudly portrays itself as ‘‘the rope, the Middle East and South Asia is hard oppressed within the country and without. India has invaded each one its neighbours, world’s largest democracy,’’ it is a country to ignore. The irony is that the more the U.S. tried to ameliorate conditions, the overtly or covertly; if it gave in to any de- where, as he writes, ‘‘democracy has been worse they have become. mand, it sought to hurt twice as much else- used to deny freedom, national and human The people of North America know very where. The Untouchables or Dalits—who are rights, and basic human dignity to the major- well the objectives of the United States a majority in several states of India and con- ity.’’ That majority includes Christians, Sikhs, (U.S.) and the hurdles faced in leading the stitute 65 % of its population—were promised Muslims, Dalits, and other minorities. world during much of the 20th and in the cur- ‘‘reservation’’ of seats in the parliament, in He notes that in India, the Brahmin class, rent 21st centuries. The people of the U.S. education and jobs. Even after 60 years, it is which is 15 percent of the population, uses the and their elected leaders have devoted a lot still denied to backward castes and to Mus- of time, money and precious resources in lims. India uses ‘‘democracy’’ as means to most brutal oppression to suppress and rule manpower and management for the good of fudge issues and deny rights by never ending the minorities. The caste system is still rigor- the mankind to make the world better and arguments in circles. That is the experience ously enforced, despite being made illegal in safer. Despite all the good intentions of the of the people in the country and neighbours 1950. It is used to keep the people down, democratic world it has been struggling to who live in dread of roads being closed or riv- backed by violent repression. He notes that in find a basis for lasting world peace. I believe ers being diverted. 1948, the Indian government promised the that the long-term interests of the United The devious policies and broken promises people of Kashmir a plebiscite on their status. States and the world at large are com- is the hallmark of India today. The Sikhs plementary. The U.S. leadership is good for have been the worst victims. They founded Punjab was promised sovereignty at the time the world. Yet, increasingly fewer people be- the first secular and sovereign state in South of Indian independence. Those promises have lieve that to be true. Is there anything Asia by Sikh monarch Ranjit Singh in 1799 not been kept and any effort to claim what amiss? that was ‘‘annexed’’ by treaty to the British was promised has been met with brutality that I firmly believe that the United States and Empire on 14th March, 1849. In June 1984, the has resulted in the murders of over 250,000 its allies eagerly want to prevent the Darbar Sahib Complex which includes the Sikhs, over 300,000 Christian Nagas, over sufferings of friendly peoples whose govern- Supreme Seat of Sikh Polity, The Akal 90,000 Kashmiri Muslims, Muslims and Chris- ments they have influence over. While we Takht Sahib, Amritsar (mistakenly known find the stern hand of the U.S. military oper- as Golden Temple of Amritsar), which is the tians elsewhere in the country, and tens of ating against enemies, there is little effort Vatican of the Sikh faith, was assaulted by thousands of other minorities. Yet our policy- to impose the same principles of human free- the Indian Army killing 20,000 devotees who makers insist on treating India both as a dom and dignity on ‘‘friends’’. Much of South were inside the temple and their leader Sant democratic country and as an ally, despite its Asia is democratic; India boasts of being the Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale was martyred. longstanding and still current friendship with largest democracy in the world. Yet it is in When the Sikh guards of Prime Minister Russia, as well as its coziness with the India—more than anywhere else—where de- Indira Gandhi avenged the assault assassi- mullahs of Iran, to whom it has sold heavy mocracy has been used to deny freedom, na- nating her, the worst pogrom was unleashed water and other components. tional and human rights, and basic human upon the Sikhs all over India that resulted dignity to the majority. As the Hon. Dana in 250,000 Sikhs—mostly young men and Dr. Sekhon cites the attack on the Golden Rohrabacher, (R-Cal) had said as far as the their families—who were mercilessly killed, Temple as another example of India’s effort to minorities (the Sikhs, Muslims in general, Indian diplomats talk about the tradition of eliminate the minorities and subsume them Muslims of the Internationally Disputed non-violence in India of which Mahatma into a Hindu state. Areas of Jammu and Kashmir, Christians, Gandhi is considered to be a universal sym- Madam Speaker, I call on all my colleagues, Dalits, Adivasasis or the indigenous native bol. But the truth is that India is violent but especially those who are promoters of India, people, and other non-Hindu, non-Brahmin) only to the weak; when confronted with to read this devastating letter. It is quite dam- are concerned, India is a Nazi Germany for strong and powerful the Brahmin response is aging to India and it is right on target. It will them (Tim Phares 2006 Int J Sikh Affairs obsequious folding of hands. This manner of give you essential information on the lack of 16(1),40–42 ISSN 1481–5435). greeting appears to be show of humillty. But Congressman ROHRABACHER’s assessment is it is actually a statement that the person basic liberties in that country. accurate and well justified; it can be the being greeted is of low birth and is untouch- We can makce a difference, Madam Speak- focal point of a new beginning with India. able. er. Instead of cozying up to India and trying to The question is: how could a country, which On 15th of August 1947, the British handed cut deals with them in the name of stability, it is the world’s largest democracy, sustain over political power to the ‘‘unelected’’ is time to stop our aid and our trade to pres- caste apartheid and pogroms against minori- Hindu leadership. But the Hindus/Brahmins sure India to allow all its people to enjoy basic ties without facing recrimination? It is done (neither a religion nor a culture) were only human rights. And it is time to put the U.S. by mis-definition and misrepresentation the 15 % of the population; how could they be the Congress on record in support of self-deter- world is too busy to try and unravel. India is successors of the British Empire in India. not a nation and has not even tried to be- Once installed in power, they have relied on mination for all the peoples and nations of the come a nation during the 60 years that it has a combination of hate (for people of foreign subcontinent through a free and fair plebiscite been ‘‘free’’. It has relied entirely on brute faiths or of low birth), guile and stratagem on their status. Isn’t that the fair and respon- military force to crush any people that de- far mor complex than any Machiavelli. The sible way to handle questions like this? Isn’t manded its rights. The fact is the Muslims record of their rule over India speaks elo- that the way democracies do it? Why is India are a majority in Jammu and Kashmir, the quently how Hindus/Brahmins have been afraid of real democracy? Sikhs are a majority in the Punjab and Hill master-mind in persecution of faith minori- Madam Speaker, I would like to insert Dr. tribes of Assam are mostly Christian. The ties and the low caste majority of native People of Jammu and Kashmir were prom- peoples who are deemed to be inferior by Sekhon’s excellent letter into the RECORD. ised a plebiscite that was endorsed by the birth in their unique faith. Through Article Again, I urge eveyone to read it. It will prove United Nations. The Sikhs were promised 25 of the Indian Constitution 1950, the Sikh, very informative. their separate state Khalistan by the Con- the Buddhists and Jains and all the Untouch- INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF gress leaders in exchange for rejecting Paki- ables, all of who are victims of oppression SIKH AFFAIRS, stan’s offer of the same. The Tribal peoples and apartheid, are denied their separate January 24, 2007. of Assam were also promised ‘‘freedom’’ if identity and deemed to be Hindus. The Sikh Hon. GEORGE W. BUSH, they sided with the Congress Party against faith founded by Guru Nanak Sahib was a re- President, United States of America, the British. Now that these peoples demand bellion to reject the caste ‘‘apartheid’’ en- The White House, Washington, DC. what was promised, India has unleashed the forced by the Hindus of Brahmin caste. The SOUTH ASIA: INTERESTS, PERMANENT ALLIES, most diabolical genocide and an inter- irony is that when freedom came, the Sikhs WORLD PEACE AND THE ROLE OF THE UNITED national campaign to demonize their were declared to be Hindus (long haired Hin- STATES IN THE REGION stuggle. The British Raj lasted as long as it dus) albeit of the renegade variety, against I am a citizen of Canada and a member of did because it was founded on recognition of the teachings of its founder, Guru Nanak the Canadian Sikh community. I retired India as multiple nations. How can a country Sahib, and the Sikhs’ Holy Scripture, Adi from service in public health as a micro- call itself a democracy when it discards its Guru Granth Sahib. It is difficult to portray

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.027 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS March 1, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E439 the anger, revulsion and frustration felt by mony underpinned by secure undefended bor- On behalf of the people of Pennsylvania’s the Sikhs in this unwelcome embrace of Hin- ders. Large is not fashionable; not just for 14th Congressional District, I want to com- duism (which is neither a religion nor a cul- women. mend Mr. Pitts and thank his family for sharing ture according to the verdict of Punjab and I hope I have given some points to ponder. Haryana High Court, 1984). Brahmin rule in The USA can lead the world with a global vi- him with us. post-15th August, 1947, India has interest sion. There are not many regions where so only in maintaining the apartheid system; much is old and archaic ready to crumble f its objective is the prosperity of urban dwell- and hit dust. Many Americans are fond of ing upper castes—the so called 200 million India but they do not know why? The present INTRODUCTION OF THE DISTRICT middle class. rulers of India would like your help in build- OF COLUMBIA DISTRICT ATTOR- Suave Indian diplomats routinely under- ing their empire. But that is not the best in- NEY ESTABLISHMENT ACT OF terest of the people of India. India is one lines that the USA and India are natural al- 2007 lies. Even American politicians and dip- country that needs benign intervention to lomats have started to harp on the same dismantle the social and political structures theme. It is time, this was questioned. What to be replaced by structures founded on na- makes them natural allies? During the years tional self-determination. That would be HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON of the Cold War, India was the friend of The good for business; that would be good for Soviet Union, not of America. Why? It is be- world peace; that is the calling of greatness. OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Best wishes and warmest regards. cause both were internally and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES internationlly imperialist. Now, India needs Sincerely, an imperial patron to underpin its own impe- AWATAR SINGH SEKHON, Thursday, March 1, 2007 rious. It needs the U.S. Is that the role the Ph.D, FlBA, RM (CCM), Associate Professor USA sees for itself in the world? As sup- (Retired), Medical Microbiology and Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, today I in- porter of local imperialists? Surely the Immunology; Director (Former), National troduce the District of Columbia District Attor- Centre for Human Mycotic Diseases Canada; power and prestige of the USA is such that it ney Establishment Act of 2007, continuing a must aim higher: obtain lasting universal Managing Editor and Acting Editor in Chief. series of bills that I will introduce this session peace and harmony; amity between faiths; f unfettered democracy; free trade. Tied to to ensure a continuation of the process of apron strings of India, the USA is bound to TRIBUTE TO ROBERT L. PITTS transition to full democracy and self-govern- drift into petty machinations to deny free- ment for the residents of the District of Colum- dom to some and equality to all. lndia’s im- HON. MICHAEL F. DOYLE bia. This bill is the ninth in our ‘‘Free and perialism is founded on delaying tactics and OF PENNSYLVANIA Equal DC’’ series of bills to eliminate anti- betrayal. All the problems in the South Asian region are product of Brahmin spin or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Home Rule legislation and to remedy obsolete stratagem. The media makes wild forecasts Thursday, March 1, 2007 or inappropriate congressional intervention into the local affairs of the District of Columbia or of India of the future. It is supposed to be a Mr. DOYLE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to huge market for consumer goods. Whose? pay tribute to Robert L. Pitts, a champion of denials of federal benefits or recognition rou- Peoples’ Republic of China? tinely granted to other jurisdictions. Some people have become very rich in civil rights, integration, respectful dialogue, India. Diaspora Indians are clever and are and nonviolence in southwestern Pennsyl- This bill will establish an Office of District At- also becoming rich. But for the majority, vania, Tomorrow night, the Allegheny County/ torney for the District of Columbia, to be head- India is a hellhole and will always remain so. City of Pittsburgh League of Minority Voters ed by a District Attorney elected by DC resi- Caste based India has structural, will honor Mr. Pitts for his many contributions dents. This bill effectuates a November 2002 infrastructual and social problems that it to our community. referendum where DC voters overwhelmingly cannot overcome until it abandons its ‘‘pov- Like the rest of our country, Pittsburgh and erty imperialism’’. However, India is country (82 percent) approved a locally elected D.A. of 1.1 billion people who deserve better. If southwestern Pennsylvania have struggled long and hard with what has been aptly de- This important legislation is designed to put India allowed the right of self-determination the District of Columbia on par with every to the Sikhs, to the peoples of Jammu and scribed as our country’s original sin—slavery, Kashmir and Assam, it would still be the sec- and all of the racism, disclimination, segrega- other local jurisdiction in the country by allow- ond largest country with population more tion, and violence that have stemmed from it. ing DC residents to elect an independent Dis- than all of Europe. However, it would no I’m pleased to say that a great deal of trict Attorney to prosecute local criminal and longer need to maintain hostility with much-needed progress has been made in the civil matters now handled by the U.S. Attor- neighbouring states and would be in a posi- last 50 years—and much of the credit for that ney, a federal official. Instead the new District tion to remove strife, tension and hate from progress belongs to civil rights leaders like Attorney would become the city’s chief legal its social scene. India must give the native officer. As presently constituted, the U.S. At- peoples their national rights and create au- Robert Pitts. Our region is truly fortunate that tonomous states of India that would facili- this great civic leader has chosen to make torney’s office in the District is the largest in tate a compact of states within each the Pittsburgh his home for the last 30–odd years. the country only because it serves mainly as interplay of diverse ethnic and caste inter- Despite family misfortune and a difficult the local city prosecutor. That office needs to ests would create grass root harmony. childhood, Mr. Pitts has made many contribu- be freed up to do security and other federal For the United States to articulate its in- tions to southwestern Pennsylvania, and our work particularly in the post 9–11 Nation’s terests in far off lands and develop mecha- Nation, in his many different occupations and capital. nisms to secure those interests, its dip- activities over the last 60 years. He served his lomats and politicians have to be conversant There is no issue of greater importance to Nation in the Air Force and its predecessor, with the history and customs of those lands. our citizens and no issue on which residents the Army Air Corps, for 20 years. He worked Historically, the Sikhs of Punjab and the have less say here than the prosecution of to end racism in the Catholic Church for the people of Afghanistan have never been ‘‘sub- local crimes. A U.S. Attorney has no business Diocese of Pittsburgh for nearly 10 years. He servient’’ to any foreign ruler. That was true in the local criminal affairs of local jurisdic- in the 19th Century as it is today. There are worked to promote equal employment opportu- tions. No other citizens in the United States nearly 20 nations within the ‘‘Indian union’’, nities in Pittsburgh as Administrator of the are treated so unfairly on an issue of such which are struggling to regain their lost sov- Agency of Western Pennsylvania and as Chair major importance. This bill would simply make ereignty and independence ever since the of the Pittsburgh NAACP’s Labor and Industry British Indian Empire was hurriedly parti- the D.A. accountable to the people who elect Committee. He served as an elected public of- tioned in 1947. The end of the British Empire him or her as elsewhere in the country. marked the end of the imperial era in the ficial—and notably as the first African-Amer- whole world. India’s efforts to build and ex- ican mayor in western Pennsylvania. He ran In addition to issues of democracy and self pand its empire are the biggest threat to his own business and worked as a private government, such as congressional voting peace and stability of Asia. Consider Mr. sector consultant for a number of years. He rights and legislative and budget autonomy President, if 20 or so nations, including the has given generously of his time as a volun- that District residents are entitled to as Amer- Sikhs of Punjab, Christians of Nagaland, the teer on a number of local boards and organi- ican citizens, residents are determined to tribal people of Assam and Manipur, the zations. And, finally, he has been a friend, achieve each and every other element of south Indian states most notably Tamil home rule. Amending the Home Rule Act with Nadu, were to become ‘‘sovereign’’ states, mentor, and advisor to countless men, what a huge change for the better it would women, and children throughout his life. In a local D.A. provision would be an important be for the region and the world. That is the short, he’s been a dynamic force for good and development toward our goal of achieving true only way to replace the polity of hate and an influential community leader for his entire, self-government. I urge my colleagues to sup- oppression with polities of peace and har- blessedly long and productive life. port this important measure.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.030 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS E440 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 1, 2007 CROSS PARTY LINES TO PASS fed many refugees from Louisiana and south perform every day. Not enough can be said COMPREHENSIVE IMMIGRATION Texas. about Spc. Garbs. His awards and decorations REFORM Ms. Andreas worked hard for the job she speak to what a great soldier and man he truly loved, that of advancing the Red Cross was; the Army Service Ribbon, Combat Infan- HON. GABRIELLE GIFFORDS mission. I want to recognize and honor her for try Badge, Parachutist Badge and Good Con- duct Badge, just to name a few. Like all Rang- OF ARIZONA the work she did that will continue to benefit ers, Garbs lived by the Ranger Creed. As the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the community and its citizens for years to come. Creed states: ‘‘Never shall I fail my comrades, Thursday, March 1, 2007 f I will always keep myself mentally alert, phys- Ms. GIFFORDS. Madam Speaker, I rise ically strong, and morally straight and I will today to express a measured degree of opti- RECOGNIZING EVANSVILLE MATER shoulder more than my share of the task, mism that Congress will pass a comprehen- DEI WRESTLING TEAM whatever it may be, one hundred percent and sive immigration reform package this year. then some.’’ It is troops like Garbs that are A Senate bill is likely to be unveiled as early HON. BRAD ELLSWORTH risking their lives day in and day out to ensure as next week, and I would hope that the OF INDIANA our freedom here at home and to others throughout the rest of the world. He shoul- House will follow soon after with our version. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dered as much as anyone could, and I salute To be effective, this legislation must include Thursday, March 1, 2007 provisions for increased border security, more him. My best wishes go out to his family and support for border patrol agents, sanctions for Mr. ELLSWORTH. Madam Speaker, I rise all the troops fighting to ensure freedom and employers that knowingly hire illegal immi- today to recognize Coach Mike Goebel and democracy. May God bless him and may God grants, compensation for border communities, the Evansville Mater Dei wrestling team for continue to bless America. and a guest worker program. winning their second consecutive Indiana high f In my district in Southern Arizona, the need school State championship. This is the twelfth INTRODUCTION OF THE PUSH for reform is critical. In 2006, 4,000 illegal im- title for Goebel as head coach of Mater Dei, POLL DISCLOSURE ACT OF 2007 migrants a day crossed the border into Ari- an Indiana record. The Wildcats completed zona. Our schools, hospitals, and law enforce- their undefeated season on February 24 by mauling the second-ranked Mishawaka Cave- HON. THOMAS E. PETRI ment agencies are overwhelmed. Our environ- OF WISCONSIN men, 31–18. ment and homeland security are threatened. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We must work across party lines to pass Mater Dei took an early lead when junior comprehensive immigration reform so we can Stephen Lovelace recorded a pin in the 160- Thursday, March 1, 2007 focus our attention on those crossing the bor- pound class. After Mishawaka cut the Wildcat Mr. PETRI. Madam Speaker, today, along der who wish to do America harm: drug smug- lead to 15–12, 125-pound sophomore Zeke with six of my colleagues, I am introducing glers, human smugglers, and terrorists. Zenthoefer responded by pinning his opponent legislation to increase the disclosure require- I also want to thank the outgoing chief of to open a 25–12 advantage. Senior Nick ments for telephone ‘‘push polls.’’ As many the Tucson sector border patrol, Michael DeWig, the individual State runner-up in the candidates for Federal office have learned Nicley, for his service and hard work. All of us 145-pound class, insured Mater Dei’s victory through personal experience, these push polls in Southern Arizona appreciate his dedication. with a 13–5 decision that pushed the lead to are not legitimate telephone surveys, but I welcome Robert Gilbert as the new chief, an insurmountable 10 points. Wildcat senior ‘‘smear polls,’’ campaign devices designed to and I look forward to working closely with him Chris DeWitt sealed the win with a 9–5 deci- smear a candidate under the guise of a stand- on this important issue. sion in the final match. Other winners for the ard opinion poll. Legitimate polls are designed to gather in- f Wildcats were Ben Fleming, Zach Goebel, Cody Moll, and Jerry Parkinson. formation helping candidates to focus their TRIBUTE TO DALETTA ANDREAS This championship is the culmination of campaigns and refine their messages. Smear years of hard work by these young men under polls, on the other hand, are intended to HON. LAMAR SMITH the leadership of Coach Goebel. I commend spread information damaging the reputation of one’s opponent without public debate or dis- OF TEXAS the Evansville Mater Dei wrestling team for all of their success. cussion. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Imagine a voter, who has been identified as Go Wildcats. Thursday, March 1, 2007 a supporter of candidate X, being asked in a f Mr. SMITH of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise survey if such support would continue if it was today to honor Daletta Andreas, executive di- RECOGNIZING SPC. RYAN C. learned that candidate X was guilty of a ter- rector of the Hill Country Chapter in Kerrville, GARBS rible indiscretion or an outright crime. It doesn’t matter whether the allegations are true TX, who passed away the weekend of Feb- because the idea that candidate X is some- ruary 24 following a brief illness. HON. JOHN SHIMKUS how unfit for office has been planted success- Ms. Andreas started working for the Hill OF ILLINOIS fully. This is a telephone ‘‘smear’’ poll. Country Chapter in 1989 when the chapter IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES My legislation, the Push Poll Disclosure Act was located in an old two-story house owned Thursday, March 1, 2007 of 2007, combats this practice by exposing it by the H.E.B. Foundation and leased for $1 a to the light of day. Specifically, the bill requires year. At the time she was the only chapter Mr. SHIMKUS. Madam Speaker, I rise today that each participant in a Federal election poll employee. to recognize the life of Army Specialist Ryan be told the identity of the survey’s sponsor Under her guidance and efforts, the chapter C. Garbs who was recently killed in action in whenever at least 1,200 households are in- became more active in the community and Afghanistan while conducting operations in cluded. It also requires further disclosures surrounding areas. Today, it serves seven support of Operation Enduring Freedom. when a survey’s results are not to be released counties and has three full-time staff mem- Spc. Garbs was a 20-year-old native of to the public. In this case, the cost of the poll bers. Edwardsville, Illinois who was assigned to B and the sources of its funding must be re- Ms. Andreas recruited a large and sup- Company, 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regi- ported to the Federal Election Commission, portive group of volunteers from Kerrville and ment out of Fort Benning, Gerogia. He was a along with a count of the households con- surrounding counties. She established a very 2005 graduate from Edwardsville High School, tacted and a transcript of the questions asked. good rapport with many organizations, such as Edwardsville, Illinois. Around his sophomore The Push Poll Disclosure Act of 2007 is a fire and police departments and the sheriff of- year, Garbs knew he wanted to be an Army simple bill. It will not hinder legitimate polling, fices. Ranger and he spent the last 2 years at nor will it burden polling firms with excessive Through her fundraising efforts the Hill Edwardsville High School rigorously training to regulations. What this bill does do, however, is Country Chapter was able to obtain and pur- meet the requirements of becoming a Ranger. regulate smear polls for what they are—cam- chase its own building. In 2001, Hill Country Garbs is survived by his parents, Doug and paign activities, and questionable ones at that. Chapter also was able to purchase its own Jill Garbs of Edwardsville, Illinois and his sis- This legislation is noncontroversial and should mobile feeding unit or ERV, which can provide ter; Melanie Neely of Fairfield, California. I am be bipartisan, and its passage will make cam- meals to disaster affected residents. During proud of the service this young man gave to paigns for Federal office a little bit cleaner. I the aftermath of Rita and Katrina, the chapter our country and the service his fellow troops urge my colleagues to support this bill.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.034 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS March 1, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E441 NATIONAL EATING DISORDERS During his tenure, Mayor Ramsey fought to The cruise industry is the largest source of AWARENESS WEEK strengthen public education in Hamilton Coun- port-related economic growth for both the city ty. He recently rallied the community to partici- of Galveston and the State of Texas. In 2006, HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY pate in an education summit to create solid the Galveston-based cruise business helped OF RHODE ISLAND initiatives to address the issues and chal- support 13,272 cruise industry jobs in Texas IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lenges facing the public education system. that paid more than $599 million in wages. Ap- Mayor Ramsey created six task forces and proximately 46 percent of the industry’s direct Thursday, March 1, 2007 presented their findings and recommendations expenditures were based in tourism-related Mr. KENNEDY. Madam Speaker, I would to the community. He then organized the intro- businesses like travel agencies, airlines, ho- like to take this opportunity to recognize Na- duction of eight key initiatives, including early tels, restaurants, and ground transportation tional Eating Disorders Awareness Week. education programs and a greater supply of providers. Other Texas industries that benefit While we know that millions of people are af- laptop computers, to strengthen the public from the cruise business’s expansion are pe- fected by eating disorders, which include ano- education system and increase graduation troleum refining, communications and naviga- rexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and binge eat- rates of students. tion equipment, and engines and power trans- ing disorder, the exact number is unknown be- In addition, Mayor Ramsey has been a true mission equipment manufacturing. cause there is no accurate data collection of leader in promoting economic development in The increase in cruise-related income has these diseases. It is time to take action on Hamilton County. Mayor Ramsey’s vision of presented the Port of Galveston with the chal- eating disorders, a mental and physical health creating more technology-based jobs in Ham- lenge of ensuring the port is capable of con- issue that has had little public support and is ilton County has shown strong results. His ad- tinuing to meet the needs of the cruise busi- often misrepresented in popular media. ministration has secured Federal funding for ness. The Port of Galveston’s management is Each year, hundreds of Americans die as a the development of the Center for Entrepre- committed to ensuring the port continues to direct result of an eating disorder, which has neurial Growth, which provides local entre- grow and change to meet the demands of the the highest mortality rate of any mental illness. preneurs assistance in developing new ad- port’s expanding cruise and other businesses. Several thousand more have eating disorder vanced-technology companies. Mayor Ramsey Since 2000, approximately $45 million has symptoms listed as contributing conditions to also secured over $2.8 million in grant funds been invested in the port’s cruise facilities. It their deaths. For those who live with the con- for local businesses, which have helped create is expected that revenues from cruise oper- dition, eating disorders frequently impair the over 2,000 jobs, and played a vital role in the ations will give the port an opportunity to move sufferer’s home, work, personal, and social transfer of the 1200-acre Enterprise South In- forward and leverage earlier financing to pro- life. Health consequences such as osteo- dustrial Park property from the U.S. Army. vide for additional maintenance, repair, and porosis (brittle bones), gastrointestinal com- For his dedicated service and results, Mayor capital construction in the port. plications and dental problems are significant Ramsey was named ‘‘Chattanooga Area Man- Madam Speaker, the Port of Galveston’s health and financial burdens throughout life. At ager of the Year’’ in 2003, which is the largest contribution to the Texas and United States any given time, 10 percent or more of late ad- local awards program in the Nation. economies is by no means limited to the olescent and adult women report symptoms of Mayor Ramsey also has contributed to the cruise business. The port also plays a vital eating disorders. community by serving on the boards of numer- role in the global economy by facilitating trade Just last month, a nationally representative ous agencies, including the Orange Grove with Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Germany, survey of the U.S. population, funded in part Center, the Chattanooga Neighborhood Enter- China, Israel, Italy, and other countries. by the National Institute of Mental Health, re- prise, the RiverCity Company, and the United In conclusion, Madam Speaker, I am ported that eating disorders often occur with Way. Claude Ramsey also served on the pleased to join the Galveston Chamber of other mental health disorders, yet eating dis- Board of Trustees at Erlanger Medical Center Commerce in honoring the management of the orders may go undiagnosed and untreated. and was Chairman of the Board of Associates Port of Galveston for all of their contributions The researchers, therapists, and families of at Chattanooga State Technical Community to the economies of Galveston, Texas, and the Eating Disorders Coalition are working to College. the world. Most importantly, Claude Ramsey is a lov- advance the Federal recognition of eating dis- f orders as a public health priority. I applaud the ing husband to his wife, Jan; a proud father to efforts of the National Eating Disorders Asso- his son, Rich, and his daughter, Stacy; and a A TRIBUTE TO THE BEREAN ciation to call attention to these important blessed grandfather to his grandchildren Madi- INSTITUTE issues during National Eating Disorders son, Meredith, Macy, John Ross, and Claudia. Madam Speaker, I urge all Members to sup- Awareness Week, February 25 to March 3, HON. ROBERT A. BRADY port the passage of this legislation that honors 2007. OF PENNSYLVANIA Mayor Claude Ramsey for his commendable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f public service to the people of Hamilton Coun- CLAUDE RAMSEY POST OFFICE ty and the State of Tennessee. Thursday, March 1, 2007 f Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Madam HON. ZACH WAMP THE PORT OF GALVESTON: A Speaker, the Berean Institute’s long and es- OF TENNESSEE SOURCE OF ECONOMIC GROWTH teemed history began with the vision of one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FOR TEXAS AND THE NATION man, Reverend Matthew Anderson. Reverend Anderson began his work at the Gloucester Thursday, March 1, 2007 Mission in North Philadelphia in 1879. In 1880, Mr. WAMP. Madam Speaker, today I am in- HON. RON PAUL the Berean Presbyterian Church was founded, OF TEXAS troducing legislation to designate the facility of from a hall meeting room on Fairmount Ave- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the United States Postal Service located at nue, with no funds, but with an abundance of 6301 Highway 58 in Harrison, Tennessee, as Thursday, March 1, 2007 unshaken trust in God. In 1888, he founded the ‘‘Claude Ramsey Post Office.’’ This legis- Mr. PAUL. Madam Speaker, in recognition the Berean Building and Loan Association. lation would rename the city of Harrison Post of the benefits the Port of Galveston provides Later renamed the Berean Savings and Loan Office after one of Hamilton County’s most no- to Galveston, and the Nation, the Galveston Association, it enabled African Americans to table leaders, Mayor Claude Ramsey. Chamber of Commerce will honor the port on borrow money to buy homes. With the migra- As he serves out his third term as County March 7. I am pleased to join my friends from tion of many African Americans coming from Mayor, Claude Ramsey continues to set a the Galveston Chamber of Commerce in pay- the south that needed special training, Rev. high standard as a dedicated manager and ing tribute to the Port of Galveston. Anderson founded Berean Mutual Training leader in the community. Prior to his term as For the past 5 years, the Port of Galveston and Industrial School. County Mayor, he was the Assessor of Prop- has been undergoing major transformations. In In 1899, Rev. Anderson was able to gain erty, served on the Hamilton County Board of fact, port officials believe there have been support to found a school for the economically Commissioners, and was a member of the more changes at the port during this period disenfranchised. In 1904, the Commonwealth Tennessee State Legislature. Claude than in any other 5 years in the port’s history. of Pennsylvania incorporated Berean Manual Ramsey’s career as a public servant exempli- As a result of these changes, in the 2006 fis- and Industrial School, a corporate charter. In fies diligence, hard work, and tremendous re- cal year the Port of Galveston had its highest the early years, Berean offered training in sults for the people of Hamilton County. gross operating revenue in 23 years. plumbing, custom and merchant tailoring,

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.042 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS E442 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 1, 2007 dressmaking, carpentry and home manage- intendent of Crossroads Correctional Center, A TRIBUTE TO JAMES GHIGLIERI ment. Today, the Berean Institute which still in Cameron Missouri. On March 30, 2007, OF TOLUCA, ILLINOIS resides on the same grounds as the original Crossroads Correctional Center will reach its complex conducts programs in such areas as 10 year anniversary of the opening of the insti- HON. RAY LaHOOD accounting, computer repair, and cosmetology tution. OF ILLINOIS for over 100 full-time and part-time students. Crossroads Correctional Center (CRCC) is a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Berean Institute is regarded as one of Thursday, March 1, 2007 the leading business schools in Philadelphia maximum security (C–5) male facility located and serves a broad-cross section of students adjacent to the Western Missouri Correctional Mr. LAHOOD. Madam Speaker, I rise today that come from local as well as distant places Center in Cameron. Since its opening Mike to pay tribute to my constituent and friend to learn. Rev. Anderson was succeeded by his has provided leadership and stability to all em- James Ghiglieri of Toluca, Illinois. On March widow Mrs. Blanche W. Still Anderson, fol- ployees while overseeing 1,500 inmates. 5, 2007, Jim will become chairman of the lowed by Ms. Louise B. Yergan, Mr. Jeffery O. Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join Independent Community Bankers of America, Jones, Mr. Charles Preston, Ms. Lucille P. me in recognizing Mike Kemna, an exceptional the Nation’s largest community bank trade as- Blondin, and by the Berean Institute’s current leader of Crossroads Correctional Center, as sociation. Community banks are locally oper- president, Mr. Andrew Carn. The leadership we honor his dedication, strength and devotion ated financial institutions that empower em- reins have also been shared by the board of to the Department of Corrections throughout ployees to provide individualized customer trustees. The Berean Institute experienced his long career. service. These financial institutions serve as considerable growth under former chairman the backbone to communities across the coun- Dr. William H. Gray. Dr. Gray was succeeded f try. by Dr. Robert Johnson-Smith, Dr. Leonard W. As President of the Alpha Community Bank Johnson, and Berean’s current chairperson RECOGNIZING THE FAIRFAX COUN- of Toluca, Jim carries on the Ghiglieri family Kim Staudt. Under its exceptional leadership, TY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2007 commitment to community service that was the Berean Institute continues its service and VALOR AWARD RECIPIENTS started almost 100 years ago by his father and diverse programs that provide education and grandfather. Jim’s outstanding dedication to training for many students who would be oth- community service is recognized throughout erwise left out. HON. TOM DAVIS Central Illinois. Jim is highly regarded in his The Berean Institute celebrated its 108th profession and extremely deserving of this year of service on Friday, February 23, and OF VIRGINIA honor. The 5,000 members of the Independent looks forward to the future to continue the vi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Community Bankers of America will be well sion and service of Reverend Matthew Ander- represented with Jim as their spokesperson. son. Thursday, March 1, 2007 I congratulate Jim on this appointment and f thank him for his dedication and service to Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- build financial security in our communities HONORING BRIAN BOHLMAN er, I rise today to recognize an outstanding throughout the country. group of men and women in Northern Virginia. HON. JOE WILSON The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce f OF SOUTH CAROLINA annually recognizes individuals who have TRIBUTE TO PRIVATE JOSHUA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES demonstrated superior dedication to public ‘‘JOSH’’ ROY MOZINGO Thursday, March 1, 2007 safety with the prestigious Valor Award. Sev- eral members of the Fairfax County Fire and Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam HON. MIKE McINTYRE Rescue Department have earned this highest Speaker, I am pleased that yesterday a resi- OF NORTH CAROLINA honor that Fairfax County bestows upon its dent of South Carolina’s Second Congres- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES public safety officials. sional District, Brian Bohlman of Columbia, Thursday, March 1, 2007 had the honor of meeting with President There are several types of Valor Awards Mr. MCINTYRE. Madam Speaker, I rise George W. Bush at the White House. Chap- that can be awarded to a public safety officer: today to pay tribute to Private Joshua ‘‘Josh’’ lain Bohlman was 1 of 11 leaders of military the Lifesaving Award, the Certificate of Valor, Roy Mozingo, who passed away after a car service organizations with whom the President or the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal of Valor. accident on Thursday, January 11, 2007. met. It is with great pride that I enter into the Josh’s legacy and contributions to the U.S. Chaplain Bohlman is founder and president record the names of the recipients of the 2007 military will live on in the hearts and minds of of Operation Thank You and the So Help Me Valor Awards in the Fairfax County Fire and many for generations to come, and we are for- God Project. The mission of these organiza- Rescue Department. Receiving the Lifesaving ever grateful for his service to our country. tions is to inspire faith, promote patriotism, Award: Firefighter Jason M. Buttenshaw, Fire- Having grown up in both Lumberton and and support our troops through inspirational fighter Marc G. Campet; the Certificate of Fayetteville, North Carolina, Josh embodied and patriotic resources honoring God, Coun- Valor: Firefighter Joshua R. Allen, Master the true spirit of a dedicated and determined try, and family. Specifically, the Operation Technician Jerry Smith, Technician John C. soldier. When he was a youngster, I had the Thank You Project is working to have 150,000 privilege of coaching Josh in Lumberton’s T- cards signed for our troops. Guy, Technician David A. Hessler, Firefighter Clarke V. Slaymaker, Lieutenant Richard S. ball recreation league. After graduating from Chaplain Bohlman has served in the U.S. high school in Fayetteville, Josh joined the Armed Forces since 1992 and is currently a Slepetz, Firefighter Jason E. Earl, Deputy Chief Jeffrey B. Coffman; the Silver Medal: Army and faithfully served his country in Iraq. chaplain in the Air National Guard. He also During this time, he received several military authored the best-selling book, So Help Me Captain I Randal L. Bittinger, Master Techni- cian William B. Wheatley, Firefighter Hugh S. honors including the Parachutist Badge, the God: A Reflection on the Military Oath. It is an National Defense Service Medal, the Army honor to represent this true American hero. He Boyle; the Bronze Medal: Captain II Michael R. Smith, Master Technician Randal A. Service Ribbon, the Global War on Terrorism is making a positive difference encouraging Service Medal, and the Iraq Campaign Medal and supporting our troops. Leatherman, Firefighter Lloyd W. Coburn III, Lieutenant Thomas L. Flint, Lieutenant Bruce before he was honorably discharged. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we Josh loved history, music, family dinners A. Neuhaus, Firefighter Ryan J. Ward, Techni- will never forget September 11. and trips to the beach. He also charmed those cian Carl E. Jones. f who knew him with his quick wit and great RECOGNIZING MIKE KEMNA Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to sense of humor. take this opportunity to thank all the men and Josh loved his family and is survived by his HON. SAM GRAVES women who serve in the Fairfax County Fire father, Jim; mother, Paula Ryan of Little River, and Rescue Department. Their efforts, made S.C.; stepmother, Debra; brothers, Jeff, Jarad OF MISSOURI on behalf of the citizens of Fairfax County, are and Jordan, and Jason Miller of Wilmington; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES selfless acts of heroism and truly merit our grandmother, Pauline Justice of Lumberton; Thursday, March 1, 2007 highest praise. I ask my colleagues to join me sister-in-law, Tracy; and neice, Kayla. Mr. GRAVES. Madam Speaker, I proudly in applauding this group of remarkable citi- President Dwight D. Eisenhower once said, pause to recognize Mike Kemna, Super- zens. ‘‘If we make ourselves worthy of America’s

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Former IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his kind deeds and his loving, unselfish heart. Knicks’ forward Anthony Mason was born and Thursday, March 1, 2007 Madam Speaker, dedicated service to others raised in St. Albans. has been the embodiment of Josh’s life. May The Sixth Congressional District has been Mr. MOORE of Kansas. Madam Speaker, I we all use his wisdom and selflessness as a home to many African American Statesmen, rise today to pay a personal tribute to my beacon of direction and a source of true en- including Ralph Bunche—the 1950 Nobel good friend and trusted advisor for many lightenment. Indeed, may God bless to all of Peace Prize Winner, Roy Wilkins—civil rights years, former State Senator Sherman Jones of our memories the life and legacy of Private leader, Andrew Young—former Ambassador to Kansas City, Kansas, who died on February Joshua Mozingo. the United Nations, Colin Powell—this Nation’s 21. For many years, he was a leading mem- f first Black Secretary of State and Rev. Al ber of the Kansas City, Kansas, community, Sharpton—political and civil rights advocate. as well as a valued member of my kitchen BLACK HISTORY MONTH I would be remiss if I did not pay tribute to cabinet and surrogate speaker on my political Mr. Clarence Irving, founder of the Black team. His friends and neighbors mourn his American Heritage Foundation and the U.S. HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS loss and will miss him terribly—none more so Postal Service’s Black Heritage Stamp Series OF NEW YORK than me. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who lives in Jamaica, Queens. When one thinks of original American Sherman Jones was born on February 10, Thursday, March 1, 2007 music, both jazz and hip hop come to mind. I 1935, in Winton, North Carolina. After high Mr. MEEKS of New York. Madam Speaker, represent the district where many of the great school, he was recruited to play baseball, this last day of February marks the end of artists from these genres chose to live. where he eventually served for three seasons Black History Month, the annual celebration When one thinks of African American ath- as a pitcher in the major leagues for the Cin- commemorating the contributions of African letes that broke down barriers many of those cinnati Reds, New York Mets, and San Fran- Americans to this great Nation. I thought it fit- who come to mind are from Jamaica, Queens. cisco Giants. He pitched in the World Series ting, as its Representative, to pay tribute to When one thinks of African American lead- for the Cincinnati Reds in 1961. Jones, whose the some of the many great African Americans ership, some of our most dedicated, eloquent baseball nickname was ‘‘Roadblock’’, ap- that hail from the Sixth Congressional District representatives have called my district peared in game five of the 1961 Series, of New York. ‘‘home’’. against the New York Yankees, pitching two- Most people are surprised to learn that It is an honor to salute the accomplishments thirds of an inning. One of eight Reds pitchers since the Harlem Renaissance, Queens has of these distinguished and talented African in the game, he was the only one who did not been known as the true ‘‘Home of Jazz’’—the Americans from the district I represent. I look allow either a hit or a run. residence of choice for hundreds of our great- forward with hope and encouragement to While playing baseball in Topeka, Kansas, est African American jazz artists. those that will continue their great legacy. Sherman met Amelia Buchanan; they married At the height of their popularity, jazz greats f on December 16, 1956. After he completed Count Basie, Fats Waller, Billie Holiday, Ella INTRODUCTION OF THE MOTOR- his baseball career, they settled in Kansas Fitzgerald and Lena Horne lived on the quiet SPORTS FAIRNESS AND PERMA- City, Kansas, to raise their family. He joined tree lined streets of historic Addisleigh Park. NENCY ACT the Kansas City police department, where he Musicians Milt Hinton, Mercer Ellington and retired after 22 years of service. He also Charles ‘‘Cootie’’ Williams made this historic HON. MIKE THOMPSON served as athletic director for Turner House, neighborhood their home as well. working with inner city youth. His community A few blocks away, jazz greats John OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES involvement led him to politics, where he Coltrane, Lester Young, Illinois Jaquet and served as a member of the Kansas House of Charlie Mingus lived in Jamaica, Queens. And Thursday, March 1, 2007 Representatives from 1988 to 1992, followed in nearby Hollis, drummer Roy Hanes, Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam by service in the Kansas Senate from 1992 to vibraphonist Milt Jackson, and trumpeter Roy Speaker, I rise today to introduce the ‘‘Motor- 2000. At the time of his retirement from the Eldridge lived a city block or two away from sports Fairness and Permanency Act.’’ This Senate, he served as ranking Democratic each other. Their neighbors in Springfield Gar- bill permanently extends the current tax treat- member of the Committee on Federal and dens included brothers Albert and Percy ment of motorsports complexes across the State Affairs, and as a member of the Com- Heath, drummer and bass player. country. mittees on Confirmations Oversight, Edu- What songs would Harry Belafonte have There are five motorsports facilities located cation, Public Health and Welfare, Utilities, made famous without Queensite Irving in my district alone—and more than 900 of and Health Care Reform Legislative Oversight. Burgie’s song stylings? He wrote or composed these facilities nationwide. Each year, these During his rich, full life, Sherman Jones was 35 of the Caribbean crooner’s songs including facilities, both large and small, draw millions of involved with many organizations, including: his most famous ‘‘Day-O’’. racing fans. Spending by these fans contrib- Optimist International, where he served as Adding to Jamaica’s rich history as the utes to local and regional economies—but the international vice president; the Wyandotte home of African American artists is the Great tracks themselves contribute as well, through County Park Board, where he served as mem- Godfather of Soul, James Brown, who lived in facility construction and renovation, purchases, ber and chairman; the Kansas City, Kansas, a stately tudor in Addisleigh Park. His home and permanent and seasonal employment. was within walking distance of singer-song- In 2004, Congress codified the seven-year Parks Foundation; the Kansas High School writer Brook Benton—famous for ‘‘A Rainy depreciation classification for speedways and Activities Association; United Way; the Kansas Night in Georgia’’. racetracks. However, this provision expires at Legislative Black Caucus, which he chaired; During the mid-1970’s, the Hip-Hop Era the end of this year. These facilities need tax and the Kansas University Medical Center, came into existence in the United States and certainty in order to make their long-term plan- where he served as board member. pioneering Black youths from Hollis, Queens ning decisions and continue contributing to na- Former Senator Sherman Jones is survived helped to develop and make it famous. Rus- tional, regional and local economies. by his wife of 50 years, Amelia, three children, sell Simmons, with his Def Jam record label In order to provide this certainty, I am intro- a sister, five brothers, eight grandchildren, and and Phat Farm clothing line, became hip-hop’s ducing the Motorsports Fairness and Perma- many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. first millionaire mogul. His brother Joseph nency Act. I hope that my colleagues will work Madam Speaker, I know that you and the en- (Run) Simmons along with Darryl (DMC) with me to enact this legislation, which will tire House of Representatives join with me in McDaniels, and Jason ‘‘Jam-Master Jay’’ support the economic benefits provided by celebrating the life of Senator Sherman Jones Mizell formed the group Run-DMC and are motorsports facilities in my district and nation- and in sharing the loss felt by Ameila Jones, credited with making hip-hop a large part of wide. their family and their many friends.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.050 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS E444 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 1, 2007 INTRODUCTION OF THE DECEP- I am able to join the Lewisville community in sector. I returned with a passion for teaching, TIVE PRACTICES AND VOTER IN- recognizing this milestone. and quickly put my skills, including fluency in TIMIDATION PREVENTION ACT On January 23, 1857, the first Masonic Spanish, to use in Santa Clara County OF 2007 lodge was chartered in Denton County under schools. Most importantly, I returned to the the name Denton Lodge Number 201, in United States with a deeper understanding of HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. honor of John Denton, a Free Mason. After humanity and a personal commitment to speak on behalf of the marginalized and pow- OF MICHIGAN purchasing and clearing land, the Freemasons erless. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES used logs and their own labor to erect the first lodge. By the early 1870s, the area became I am encouraged by the growth in the num- Thursday, March 1, 2007 quickly populated due to the railroad access, ber of Peace Corps Volunteers and posts over Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, I am and the Lodge was moved closer to Lewisville, the years. 7,749 Volunteers are currently in 67 pleased to join with Representative RAHM and the name was changed to Lewisville posts serving 73 countries in Africa, Asia, the EMANUEL in jointly introducing the Deceptive Lodge #201 in 1890. Caribbean, Latin America, Eastern Europe and Practices and Voter Intimidation Prevention Over the years, the Lodge was stationed in Central Asia, the Middle East, and the Pacific Act. America’s election system is broken and a few different locations and went through Islands. 2007 also marks the first year of a it is up to this Congress to fix it. Consecutive many renovations and changes. The Lodge new Peace Corps program to the Kingdom of elections have shown us that eligible voters went through good times as well as tough Cambodia. I am excited by the recent announcement of are denied their right to cast a ballot. Disturb- times; however, the members’ strength and the Peace Corps intention to return to the ingly, misinformation campaigns are often re- devotion to the brotherhood and the commu- Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Fol- sponsible for keeping these voters away from nity kept the Masonry alive. The current Ma- lowing my visit to Ethiopia in 2005, as Chair sonic Lodge, completed in 1981, is the prod- the polls. of the Congressional Ethiopia and Ethiopian uct of the compassion and dedication in which I believe this legislation is a step towards American Caucus, I wrote the Peace Corps ending deceptive practices and bringing integ- the Free Masons provide not only to their fel- Director directly to request a reinstatement of rity back to our elections. It is a direct re- low Brethren, but also to the Lewisville com- a Peace Corps post. sponse to the fraudulent tactics used to under- munity. In addition to these programs, the Peace mine our elections. This bill explicitly prohibits The 150th Anniversary celebration will in- Corps recently sent its 1000th Crisis Corps deceptive practices and provides voters with volve the entire Lewisville community. The Volunteer into service. Crisis Corps is com- greater federal protections. Event will be held at the Celebration Grand piled of former Peace Corps Volunteers that Numerous accounts indicate deceptive prac- Ballroom in the heart of Lewisville and will in- return to service for shorter 3 to 6 month tours tices were employed throughout the country in clude numerous activities that will largely ben- in areas in need of more immediate services. our last midterm and presidential elections. efit the Lewisville Independent School District Crisis Corps Volunteers have served both at Voters were told to vote on the wrong day. with scholarship possibilities for students. home, following Hurricane Katrina, and They were told they could not vote with out- There will also be a presentation of financial abroad, following the tsunami in Southeast standing parking tickets. Ultimately, they were support from the proceeds of the 2006 ‘‘Race Asia, providing valuable expertise following misled, deceived, and disenfranchised. This for the Children,’’ a local fun-run to raise major disasters. must stop. money for contribution to the Lewisville School As a newly appointed member of the House In 2006, our most vulnerable voters—legal District. In addition to the activities, local civic Appropriations Committee, I will support the immigrants and minorities—were prevented and political leaders, as well as Donny Administration’s FY08 request for Peace from voting. Latino voters in Orange County, Broughton, the Grand Master of the Grand Corps at $333.5 million. Though this is a mod- California were threatened with incarceration if Lodge of Texas, will be attending the anniver- est increase from the FY07 enacted level of they voted. African American voters in Prince sary celebration. $318.8 million, it will optimize the number of Georges County, Maryland were given fliers It is with great pride that I stand here today Volunteers and staff in existing countries, with false endorsements. These tactics are and honor the 150th Anniversary of the strengthen and expand recruiting efforts, and despicable and those responsible for them Lewisville Masonic Lodge for their dedication maximize safety and security training and must be held accountable. and continuing support of the Lewisville compliance efforts. I encourage my colleagues Under our legislation, those that engage in School District and the entire community. I in the Foreign Operations Subcommittee to deceptive practices will be held accountable. look forward to participating in the celebration. fulfill the Administration’s request. Today, I honor the Peace Corps and its Additionally, the federal government will be f held responsible for protecting and advancing brave Volunteers for their service to our nation the right to vote. THE 46TH ANNIVERSARY OF and to the international community. Volunteers Deceptive electioneering practices are clear- PEACE CORPS are providing expertise and development as- ly defined and prohibited under this bill. The sistance to countries around the world, finding Attorney General and the Department of Jus- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA common ways to address global challenges, and forming bonds with people throughout the tice are required to combat and counteract de- OF CALIFORNIA world. They make service a cultural necessity. ceptive practices. These measures will ensure IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES They set a universal standard for how we are that voters can cast a ballot free from intimida- Thursday, March 1, 2007 tion, harassment, and deceit. to embrace the realities of an ever-shrinking Deceptive practices do more than impede Mr. HONDA. Madam Speaker, as a former world. The Peace Corps mission is more vital than the right to vote. They threaten to erode the Peace Corps Volunteer, I am honored to for- ever, and I hope that each one of you will join very core of our democracy. By eliminating mally recognize the agency on the 46th Anni- me in thanking the Volunteers and the Peace barriers to the polls, we can help to restore versary of its inception and to help kick-off Na- Corps for their hard work in pursuit of an altru- what has been missing from our elections— tional Peace Corps Week. This week begins a istic mission. fairness, honesty, and integrity. week long celebration of Peace Corps’ 46th f f Anniversary with celebratory and educational events taking place across the country. NATIONAL SECURITY FOREIGN IN- CELEBRATION OF THE 150TH ANNI- During National Peace Corps Week, we sa- VESTMENT REFORM AND VERSARY OF THE LEWISVILLE lute the men and women of this nation who STRENGTHENED TRANSPARENCY MASONIC LODGE selflessly have served abroad as Peace Corps ACT OF 2007 Volunteers, as well as those current Volun- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS teers who continue to carry out the Peace SPEECH OF OF TEXAS Corps mission: Empowering people in devel- oping countries through their grassroots devel- HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MARYLAND opment efforts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, March 1, 2007 I fondly remember my time as a volunteer in Mr. BURGESS. Madam Speaker, I rise El Salvador in the 1960’s where I built schools Wednesday, February 28, 2007 today in celebration of the Lewisville Masonic and health clinics. The experience meant Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Chairman, I rise today Lodge’s 150th Anniversary, which will be on much to me personally and professionally, in strong support of the National Security For- March 10, 2007. It is with great pleasure that sparking a lifelong desire to serve in the public eign Investment Reform and Strengthened

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I Last year, the proposed sale of the P&O and for looking to by-products that are abun- ask my colleagues to join me in applauding firm—which manages terminal operations at dantly available to help meet our country’s this group of remarkable citizens. major East Coast ports, including the Port of needs. f Baltimore—to a company controlled by the Similarly, Alico, Inc. located in Labelle, Flor- government of Dubai raised several significant ida, plans to use its grant to build a 7.5 mil- 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF U.S. issues to the attention of Congress. lion-gallon-a-year plant to produce ethanol and CITIZENSHIP FOR PUERTO RICANS In addition to making many aware for the electricity. Alico intends to use high-fiber sugar first time that operations in American seaports cane and agriculture wastes, such as hurri- HON. LUIS G. FORTUN˜O are frequently managed by foreign interests, cane debris to make ethanol. I also commend OF PUERTO RICO the sale brought renewed attention to the sig- Alico President John Alexander for his com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nificant gaps in our port security regime. mitment to helping this great country find alter- Thursday, March 1, 2007 Further, the proposed deal revealed the in- native energy sources through agricultural by- ˜ adequacy of our systems for assessing the se- products. Mr. FORTUNO. Madam Speaker, at the end curity risks that the increasingly global nature It is exciting that both of these companies of the Spanish American War in 1898, Puerto of business ownership relationships may have recognized the potential resources that Rico was ceded to the United States and be- pose—not just in the port management indus- Florida can contribute to their efforts, and I am came a territory under the Territorial Clause of try but in almost all critical industries in the particularly pleased that they both have cho- the U.S. Constitution. It was not until 1917, by U.S. sen to locate their new energy plants in Dis- virtue of the passage of the Jones Act by Con- Fulfilling our unwavering commitment to the trict 16. Their endeavors will provide economic gress, that people born in Puerto Rico were security of our homeland, the Democratic benefits to these communities and will provide granted the privilege of becoming citizens of leadership has moved systematically to ad- substantial environmental and economic bene- this great Nation. dress the security concerns raised by the pro- fits for our entire country. It was on March 2, 1917, 90 years ago, that posed sale of P&O to Dubai. With the price of corn at $4.00 per bushel, Puerto Ricans became U.S. citizens. Tomrrow The first piece of legislation the House con- it is imperative that American companies rec- we celebrate the anniversary of that historic sidered and passed this year—H.R. 1—would ognize the importance of diversifying our eth- occasion by re-affirming our love for our citi- close an enormous gap in port security by re- anol portfolio and the potential that our Amer- zenship, like our forbearers have been doing quiring the examination of all shipping con- ican farmers can contribute to those efforts. for 90 years. We cherish our U.S. citizenship tainers bound for the U.S. These two Florida companies are just the be- dearly, for the same basic plinciples and rights The bill before us today, H.R. 556, will re- ginning of what I hope will become a bur- that have made this Nation great, among form the processes of the Committee on For- geoning industry throughout our great State of which are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Hap- eign Investment in the United States (CFIUS) Florida and our country. I look forward to piness. to ensure that this Committee casts greater working with my colleagues in the House of We, as American citizens, share a common scrutiny on transactions involving entities Representatives to ensure that adequate fund- belief and admiration for all the principles and owned by foreign individuals or govern- ing is provided for the research and production lights embodied in our Founding Documents ments—and to ensure that Congress receives of bio-fuels and alternatives to corn ethanol. and espoused by our Founding Fathers. This the information it needs to oversee this proc- f is the common bond that unites us with our ess. fellow citizens. As the Chairman of the Subcommittee on RECOGNIZING THE FAIRFAX COUN- We have honored our citizenship for these Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, I TY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2007 90 years by making major contributions to our understand the critical need to balance secu- VALOR AWARD RECIPIENTS great Nation. We have distinguished ourselves rity and economics—particularly at our ports. in the arts, the sciences, and sports; but most However, we must ensure that the CFIUS HON. TOM DAVIS important of all, Puerto Rican men and women process—which is as much a part of our OF VIRGINIA have served with distinction and valor in every homeland security system as any scanner or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES battlefield in which our Nation has been in- volved, from World War I to the current War radiation detector—is adequate to ensure that Thursday, March 1, 2007 the implications of all transactions involving on Terror, defending our valued principles of foreign entities are fully understood and that Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- freedom and democracy around the world, only those investments that pose no national er, I rise today to recognize an outstanding trom Europe to the Pacific, from Korea to Viet- security risks are allowed to move forward. group of men and women in Northern Virginia. nam to the Middle East. I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 556. The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce Since 1917, Puerto Ricans have established f annually recognizes individuals who have themselves as an integral component of Amer- demonstrated superior dedication to public ican society, adding to the fabric of local com- CELLULOSIC ETHANOL safety with the prestigious Valor Award. Sev- munities across the United States. TECHNOLOGY eral members of the Herndon Police Depart- Like most Americans, the nearly 4 million ment have earned this highest honor that Fair- U.S. citizens living in Puerto Rico patriotically HON. TIM MAHONEY fax County bestows upon its public safety offi- cherish their American citizenship, and value OF FLORIDA cials. the opportunity that comes with our long- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES There are several types of Valor Awards standing political relationship with the United that can be awarded to a public safety officer: States. This relationship provides Puerto Thursday, March 1, 2007 the Lifesaving Award, the Certificate of Valor, Ricans a sense of belonging to a community Mr. MAHONEY. Madam Speaker, tonight, I or the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal of Valor. that transcends the geographic limitations of rise to honor two companies in Florida’s Dis- It is with great pride that I enter into the our Island; it is our common thread, what trict 16 who are on the leading edge of cel- record the names of the recipients of the 2007 binds us. After 90 years, however, we still lulosic ethanol technology and encouraging Valor Awards in the Herndon Police Depart- have neither the full nor the equal rights and the use of crops other than corn to help meet ment. Receiving the Lifesaving Award: Senior duties of U.S. citizenship that our fellow Amer- the energy needs of our country—Citrus En- Sergeant Jerry S. Keys, Corporal Robert A. icans enjoy in the 50 states. ergy, LLP and Alico, Inc. Galpin, Police Officer First Class Damien C. Even though American citizenship was con- Recently, each of these companies was Austin; the Certificate of Valor: Police Officer ferred 90 years ago, to this day Americans in awarded a $2.5 million grant from the Florida First Class Edward E. Stapleton, Detective Puerto Rico have not been afforded the oppor- Department of Agriculture in recognition of Lisa A. Kara, Police Officer First Class E. tunity for self-determination regarding our fu- their efforts to establish a meaningful renew- Brian Hamilton, Police Officer First Class Jus- ture political status by a federally-mandated able energy industry. tin P. Dyer. plebiscite. American citizens in Puerto Rico With their state grant, Citrus Energy, based Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to continue to lack full voting representation in in Clewiston, Florida, plans to convert citrus take this opportunity to thank all the men and Congress, voting rights in federal elections, peel, pulp, seeds and membrane into 4 million women who serve in the Herndon Police De- equal civil rights, full democracy at the na- gallons of ethanol a year. I commend Citrus partment. Their efforts, made on behalf of the tional level, and a formal process to express

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It is crucial to our economy that we my colleagues in the United States Congress continue to encourage foreign countries to to support this bipartisan bill to establish a for- SPEECH OF freely invest in the United States, and the leg- mally-recognized process that will enable HON. SILVESTRE REYES islation before us will do just that. Puerto Ricans to determine our future based OF TEXAS It is, however, equally important to ensure on realistic and legally valid options, recog- that in cases where potential investment deals IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nized by the U.S. Constitution. After 90 years could impact our national security, we have a of being citizens of the United States, we de- Tuesday, February 27, 2007 stopgap measure allowing us to critically re- serve that right. Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong view the potential ramifications and to proceed f support of H. Res. 42, a bill recognizing Ann with caution. I am therefore also pleased that Richards’ extraordinary contributions to Texas this legislation designates the Secretary of TRIBUTE TO THE 46TH ANNIVER- and American public life. Homeland Security as the Vice Chair of SARY OF THE PEACE CORPS Before assuming the Texas Governorship, CFIUS. The United States has historically Ann Richards worked as a public school been open to foreign direct investment and HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN teacher; raised four children; and was heavily has provided foreign investors with fair, equi- OF CALIFORNIA involved in Democratic politics. She formally table and non-discriminatory treatment, and I believe this legislation will be implemented IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES entered politics in 1976, first serving as Coun- ty Commissioner in Travis County, Texas. In within this context. Thursday, March 1, 2007 1982, Texans elected Ann Richards as State Foreign direct investment continues to pro- Mr. BERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today Treasurer, making her the first woman to hold vide benefits to our economy in terms of jobs, in recognition of the 46th anniversary of the a statewide office in 50 years. Ann Richards technology, management expertise, and cap- Peace Corps. remained in this position until her guber- ital. The legislation we are considering today In October 1960 then Senator John F. Ken- natorial win in 1991. will continue to encourage such investment nedy challenged students at the University of Ann Richards navigated Texas politics with while strengthening the process through which Michigan to serve their country and the cause a high level of integrity, intelligence and a leg- we can ensure that none of these arrange- of peace by living and working in the devel- endary wit as the second female governor in ments hinder our national security interests. I oping world. the great state of Texas, where she served therefore urge my colleagues to join me in This challenge was met with enthusiasm from 1991 to 1995. During her leadership, supporting this legislation. and led to the creation of the Peace Corps Governor Richards emphasized ethical reform, less than 5 months later on March 1, 1961. environmental protection, and increased diver- f sity in state agencies. She called for a ‘‘New Since then, over 187,000 Americans have TRIBUTE TO NATIONAL PEACE Texas,’’ where the faces of Texas leadership served as Peace Corps volunteers in 139 CORPS WEEK countries. would mirror Texas’’ diversity. True to her vi- Peace Corps volunteers have made signifi- sion, she made great strides in ensuring that cant contributions and improved the lives of in- women, Hispanics, African-Americans, and the HON. EDWARD R. ROYCE dividuals and communities around the world. disadvantaged shared in Texas power and OF CALIFORNIA They have impacted agriculture, business de- prosperity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES velopment, information technology, education, I knew Ann Richards personally and am Thursday, March 1, 2007 health, HIV/AIDS, and the environment. honored to support this bill. Ann Richards was The Peace Corps also provides short-term a trailblazer in the complete sense—she won Mr. ROYCE. Madam Speaker, I rise to com- assistance to countries in need through its Cri- her seat at the table by hard work and perse- memorate National Peace Corps Week and sis Corps Volunteer Program. These former verance; won the affection and respect of her the 46th anniversary of the Peace Corps. volunteers have assisted domestically with new colleagues; and made space for histori- While much has changed in the world since Hurricane Katrina efforts. Internationally, they cally uninvited guests. Texas is a better state the Peace Corps was created on this date in have helped with rebuilding efforts in tsunami because of Ann Richards, as is our Nation. I 1961, their goals and ideals to promote peace devastated areas of Sri Lanka and Thailand, invite my colleagues in Congress to com- and friendship remain, Volunteers continue to and in Guatemala after Hurricane Stan. memorate her courage, efforts, charisma and provide invaluable services in 73 countries as In addition to their invaluable work abroad, memory, by joining me in support of H. Res. educators, technology consultants, environ- volunteers gain marketable skills for use in the 42. mental specialists, and business advisors. In- United States upon returning home. World- f deed, they’re involved in a broad spectrum of wide, volunteers learn over 250 languages activity, but they share a commonality as and dialects and receive extensive cross-cul- NATIONAL SECURITY FOREIGN IN- some of America’s best diplomats. VESTMENT REFORM AND tural trainings that have been put to use in At a time when extremism is sweeping STRENGTHENED TRANSPARENCY Congress, the Executive branch, the Foreign through much of the globe, more than ever, ACT OF 2007 Service, education, business, finance, indus- we need these dedicated individuals. try, trade, health care, and the social services As the former chairman of the House Sub- SPEECH OF sector. committee on Africa, I have had the oppor- I am proud to be a strong supporter of the HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN tunity to meet with several Peace Corps volun- Peace Corps which has become a symbol of OF RHODE ISLAND teers around the continent. The commitment our nation’s commitment to progress, oppor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES these men and women have shown is ex- tunity, and development worldwide. tremely impressive and is to be commended. On this anniversary, I would also like to ac- Wednesday, February 28, 2007 Madam Speaker, I have seen the valuable knowledge the two individuals from my district Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Chairman, I rise today work the Peace Corps is doing in Africa, and who are currently volunteering in Africa: Jorge in strong support of H.R. 556, the National Se- throughout the world. It deserves our recogni- A. Gaitan who is serving in Burkina Faso and curity Foreign Investment Reform and tion and support. Under the new leadership of Casey L. Kohler who is serving in Togo. I Strengthened Transparency Act. This legisla- Director Ron Tschetter, the Peace Corps is commend both of them for dedicating two tion strikes the delicate balance between the well poised to address the rapidly evolving years of their lives to helping others abroad need to encourage foreign direct investment in challenges of the developing world.

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Team All American in the 2006–2007 school IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Founding members of this movement included year. Thursday, March 1, 2007 Vaclav Maly, a Catholic priest banned by the When not playing basketball, Andre is a strong student who has been on the Dean’s Mr. ENGEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to regime; Vacla Benda, a Christian philosopher; List for seven of the last nine semesters. He encourage my colleagues’ strong support of former Trotskyite Peter Uhl; former Com- is also an active member of the Phi Beta the resolution that I have introduced which munists like Zdenek Mlynar and Jiri Hajek, Sigma Fraternity. supports the goals and ideals of Anti-Slavery both of whom were ousted from their leader- Madam Speaker, Andre Dabney is a model Day. I would also like to thank Representative ship positions in the wake of the 1968 Soviet of achievement. He truly shows how far young BURTON for his assistance with this resolution. attack that crushed the Prague Spring re- people can go when they are given the oppor- Anti-Slavery Day is dedicated to focusing at- forms; and, of course, Vaclav Havel, a play- tunity to succeed. I wish him the best of luck tention on the many forms of slavery that ex- wright and dramatist. Notwithstanding the in his future endeavors, and I know we can ists today as well as to highlight and com- many differences these people surely had, expect great things from him in the years to mend the many efforts made by the United they were united by a common purpose: to come. States Congress, along with, Free the Slaves, compel the Communist regime to respect the labor organizations, and United States Indus- international human rights agreements it had f try to eradicate slavery from the product sup- freely adopted. Interestingly, the Charter 77 movement was TRIBUTE TO THE RETIREMENT OF ply chains of goods entering the United JERRY DIRECTOR States. never a mass dissident movement—fewer This resolution is most important this year than two thousand people ever formally signed as 2007 is the bicentennial of the abolition of this document. But, to use a boxing analogy, HON. STENY H. HOYER the British slave trade. In 1865, the United Charter 77 punched above its weight. Its influ- OF MARYLAND States outlawed slavery and involuntary ser- ence could be felt far beyond the number of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vitude with the 13th amendment. Yet today those who openly signed on and, ultimately, in Thursday, March 1, 2007 the battle of wits and wills with the Communist more than 27 million people are enslaved Mr. HOYER. Madam Speaker, on the occa- around the world and over the last 50 years regime, Charter 77 clearly won. And most importantly, Charter 77—like other sion of his retirement this month, I’d like to slavery has actually increased and is flour- take this opportunity to recognize and thank ishing in situations of conflict, social disruption, human rights groups founded at roughly the same time in Moscow, Vilnius, Warsaw and Jerry Director, our Deputy Law Revision Coun- political chaos, and economic crisis. Slavery is sel, as he concludes a long and distinguished present in nearly every country and affects elsewhere—looked to the Helsinki process as a vehicle for calling their own governments to career spent serving the American people in those—especially women and children—who the U.S, House of Representatives. are most vulnerable. Slavery is a global crime account. Although it is sometimes said that the Helsinki process helped to bring down com- Jerry joined the Office of the Law Revision and requires a global approach to its eradi- Counsel in 1976, just two years after it was cation with the most powerful preventive munism, it is really these grass roots move- ments that gave the Helsinki process its real established, and we’ve been lucky enough to measures being education and economic de- have him here with us ever since. velopment. Slavery and involuntary servitude meaning and its true legitimacy. Thirty years ago, a small, courageous band Throughout his career, Jerry has been an are inherently evil institutions and must be indispensable member of a small but essential abolished. of people came together and said, ‘‘We be- lieve that Charter 77 will help to enable all citi- group of nonpartisan professionals who pre- f zens of Czechoslovakia to work and live as pare and publish the United States Code and draft legislation to improve the codification of THE 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE free human beings.’’ Today, we remember ‘‘CHARTER 77 MOVEMENT’’ their struggle and praise their enduring con- federal law. He has played an important role tributions to democracy and human rights. in maintaining the Code from year to year, and Jerry has used his expansive wealth of legisla- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS f tive knowledge to guide and train each and OF FLORIDA STATEMENT IN HONOR OF THE every attorney that is currently charged with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BLOOMFIELD COLLEGE STUDENT updating the laws of our land. In 1997, Jerry rose to his current position of Thursday, March 1, 2007 ANDRE DABNEY Deputy Law Revision Counsel, and his leader- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Madam Speaker, ship, expertise and tireless efforts have been as Chairman of the Commission on Security HON. BILL PASCRELL, Jr. invaluable in ensuring the accuracy and qual- and Cooperation in Europe, I am privileged to OF NEW JERSEY ity of the volumes that govern every aspect of add my voice today to those honoring Vaclav IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American life. Havel, Czechoslovakia’s first post-communist Jerry’s easygoing demeanor, patient manner Thursday, March 1, 2007 President, and the Charter 77 movement and high standards are greatly appreciated by which, 30 years ago, he helped to found. Mr. PASCRELL. Madam Speaker, I rise his colleagues and those of us who have had Three decades ago, the Charter 77 move- today to honor a very accomplished young the pleasure of getting to know him over these ment was established and its founding mani- man. Andre Dabney, a record-breaking mem- last 30 years. And when he thinks back on his festo was formally delivered to the Communist ber of Bloomfield College’s basketball team, time in the People’s House, I know he will do regime in Prague. The goals of the Chartists— deserves our recognition for his accomplish- so with all the pride and satisfaction that ac- as signatories came to be known—were fairly ments both on and off the court. He is cer- company an outstanding career of public serv- straightforward: ‘‘Charter 77 [they stated] is a tainly an inspiration to young people every- ice, loose, informal and open association of people where. Later this month, Jerry will retire to Rich- of various shades of opinion, faiths and pro- A native of Plainfield, New Jersey, Andre mond, Virginia, where he plans to continue his fessions united by the will to strive individually has truly excelled at Bloomfield College. He love of golf and spend more time with his fam- and collectively for the respect of civic and has been named three times to the All-Central ily. But before he goes, I want to congratulate human rights in our own country and through- Athletic Collegiate Conference (CACC) First Jerry Director on a wonderful career and wish out the world—rights accorded to all men by Team in basketball and was named CACC him all the best as he embarks on the next— the two mentioned international covenants, by Player of the Year during the 2004–2005 and hopefully, the most fulfilling—chapter of the Final Act of the Helsinki conference and school year. He has been recognized twice as his life.

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CONGRATULATING THE MENDOTA gence of Ms. MALONEY and other members of During his tenure, Joe has appeared before ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON ITS the Committee on Financial Services that H.R. this body many times, providing information 50TH ANNIVERSARY 556 is being considered so early in this ses- about the industry and its ‘‘best practices.’’ sion. For the past quarter-century, Joe has lob- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM It has been almost a year since we learned bied Congress on issues ranging from retain- OF MINNESOTA of the Committee of Foreign Investment’s ing the federal moving tax deduction, to small IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (CFIUS) activities related to Dubai World Ports business tax and regulatory relief, to afford- and the implications of the proposed deal for able health care for his Association’s members Thursday, March 1, 2007 national security. I can genuinely say that the and their families. Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Madam members of the Committee on Financial Serv- Additionally, he has worked with the states Speaker, today I rise to congratulate Mendota ices have been most directly involved in this to continue their ability to regulate the intra- Elementary School on its 50th anniversary. issue since that time. state transportation of household goods. For 50 years, the Mendota Elementary School The bill the House passed last year, H.R. He has been a champion of various indus- has provided academic excellence for the chil- 5337, was designed to reform the CFIUS try-led consumer education and protection ac- dren of Mendota Heights. The school has process based on the information gleaned tivities, including but not limited to increased served as a community resource, providing from earlier hearings on the subject. We have ceiling amounts for arbitration of disputes be- education opportunities for students, parents heard about the negative impact of cutting off tween carriers and shippers; a Certified Mover and the public, and providing public spaces for foreign direct investment in the U.S. However, Program; adequate federal oversight and en- civic engagement. it would be foolish to assume that we would forcement of the interstate household goods This celebration comes at a great time for take any such steps to prohibit foreign direct consumer protection laws; limited antitrust im- Mendota Elementary School. The school was investment. At the same time, we need to con- munity for ratemaking by the industry’s Tariff recently included among nine Minnesota sider safeguards to ensure that the CFIUS Bureau; competitive and efficient procurement schools named as U.S. Department of Edu- process is consistent with the original intent of policies for relocation of federal employees cation 2006 Blue Ribbon School Award the Congress concerning national security and and military personnel; reauthorization of our schools. The Blue Ribbon School Award is a investments. federal highway program; and a host of other special recognition that reflects the out- It is time that CFIUS operated within the commercial vehicle safety policies, such as standing academic performance of the stu- law, and that it is made clear who is respon- proposed ergonomics and hours-of-service dents, teachers and staff of Mendota Elemen- sible for what in the decisionmaking process. regulations. tary School. As a good steward of public edu- Another critical issue is how decisions are ac- A tireless advocate, Joe has taken every cation, the Mendota Elementary School pro- tually made, and what entity is principally re- opportunity, including numerous media inter- vides a safe and nurturing place for our chil- sponsible for protecting the national security views, to convey the responsibilities to the dren to grow and learn. Teachers and staff interests of this Nation as they pertain to for- consumer his association members carry. In offer an enriched environment for children to eign direct investment. 2003, Joe’s dedication to the Association and develop into healthy, contributing and produc- This bill enables CFIUS to unilaterally ini- the industry were recognized when he was tive citizens. tiate a review where an issue of concern is awarded the Moving and Storage Institute’s In honor of the students, parents, families, raised; any foreign government backed deal ‘‘Distinguished Service Award’’, the moving in- teachers and staff of Mendota Elementary would be subject to review; both the Secre- dustry’s most coveted award. School, I am pleased to honor this special an- taries of the Treasury and Homeland Security I thank Joe for his years of dedicated and niversary. I look forward to continued celebra- must sign off on reviews, while the Homeland professional service to the Nation and the leg- tions of success and milestones in the edu- Security Secretary would be vice-chair of the islative process, and wish him continued suc- cation of the people of Mendota Heights com- Committee; and all reviews are subject to re- cess in the next chapter of his personal and munity. view by the Director of National intelligence. professional life. He has been, and will forever f In addition, everyone knows that trans- remain, the ‘‘Consummate Mover and Shaker parency and accountability were, in part, at on Capitol Hill.’’ NATIONAL SECURITY FOREIGN IN- the heart of the congressional uproar over the f VESTMENT REFORM AND Dubai World Ports deal. Importantly, H.R. 556 STRENGTHENED TRANSPARENCY like its predecessor bill requires that CFIUS RECOGNIZING THE FAIRFAX COUN- ACT OF 2007 report biannually to Congress on its activities. TY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2007 This is strong legislation that will only make VALOR AWARD RECIPIENTS SPEECH OF Congress’ job less difficult on the issue of na- HON. MAXINE WATERS tional security and foreign direct investment. HON. TOM DAVIS OF CALIFORNIA I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 556 OF VIRGINIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES without any weakening amendments. Unfortu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, February 28, 2007 nately, there are those who would have you Thursday, March 1, 2007 believe that the bill in not balanced. I would Ms. WATERS. Mr. Chairman, as you know, submit that the bill represents a comprehen- Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Madam Speak- I was a strong supporter of H.R. 5337, the Na- sive well-balanced measure in view of the er, I rise today to recognize an outstanding tional Security Foreign Investment Reform and global situation. Indeed, this bill will not under- group of men and women in Northern Virginia. Strengthened Transparency Act of 2006, mine foreign investment in the U.S. The Fairfax County Chamber of Commerce which passed the Financial Services Com- f annually recognizes individuals who have mittee as well as the House in the 109th Con- demonstrated superior dedication to public gress. First, I want to again acknowledge the HONORING CAREER OF JOE safety with the prestigious Valor Award. Two work of our distinguished chairman of the HARRISON members of the Fairfax County Sheriff’s Office Committee of Financial Services, Mr. FRANK have earned this highest honor that Fairfax and Mr. GUTIERREZ, chairman of the Sub- HON. NICK J. RAHALL II County bestows upon its public safety officials. committee on Domestic and International Mon- OF WEST VIRGINIA There are several types of Valor Awards etary Policy, Trade and Technology for sup- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that can be awarded to a public safety officer: porting this bill. Let me also thank Ms. the Lifesaving Award, the Certificate of Valor, Thursday, March 1, 2007 MALONEY, a member of the Subcommittee on or the Gold, Silver, or Bronze Medal of Valor. Domestic and International Monetary Policy, Mr. RAHALL. Madam Speaker, I rise today It is with great pride that I enter into the Trade and Technology, for again introducing to pay tribute to Joe Harrison, President and record the names of the recipients of the 2007 this important national security legislation, CEO of the American Moving and Storage As- Valor Awards in the Fairfax County Sheriff’s H.R. 556. In addition, the bill now has more sociation (AMSA). AMSA represents approxi- Office. Receiving the Certificate of Valor: Pri- than 50 co-sponsors. mately 3,500 professional household moving vate First Class Robert L. Perryman; the Last year, the House approved a com- companies worldwide. For the last 25 years, Bronze Medal: Private First Class Darrell L. prehensive set of reforms to the Committee on Joe has served as the industry’s primary Carty. Foreign Investment in the United States spokesperson and advocate, but is now set to Madam Speaker, in closing, I would like to (CFIUS) process. It is a testament to the dili- retire on March 31, 2007. take this opportunity to thank all the men and

VerDate Aug 31 2005 07:07 Mar 02, 2007 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A01MR8.071 E01MRPT1 bajohnson on PROD1PC60 with REMARKS March 1, 2007 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E449 women who serve in the Fairfax County Sher- THE REINTRODUCTION OF THE substantial, often decades-long, waits for iff’s Office. Their efforts, made on behalf of the FILIPINO VETERANS FAMILY RE- visas. citizens of Fairfax County, are selfless acts of UNIFICATION ACT In Honolulu, I recently had a meeting with a heroism and truly merit our highest praise. I group of Filipino veterans from my district. I ask my colleagues to join me in applauding HON. MAZIE K. HIRONO listened to many heartbreaking stories of sons this group of remarkable citizens. OF HAWAII and daughters waiting patiently in the Phil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ippines with the hope that one day they will be able to come to the United States to care for f Thursday, March 1, 2007 their aging parents. The need to complete SUPPORTING THE GOALS AND Ms. HIRONO. Madam Speaker, I rise today these families of our veterans is great. IDEALS OF AMERICAN HEART to reintroduce the Filipino Veterans Family Re- As our Filipino veterans are entering the MONTH unification Act, a companion to Senator sunset years of their lives, Congress is run- AKAKA’s bill of the same name, which will pro- ning out of time to fulfill our obligations to vide for the expedited reunification of the fami- SPEECH OF them. I look forward to working with my col- lies of our Filipino World War II veterans. I am leagues by providing for the reunification of HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE pleased to be joined in this legislation by Rep- our Filipino World War II veterans with their resentatives NEIL ABERCROMBIE, BOB FILNER, families. OF TEXAS MICHAEL HONDA, MADELEINE BORDALLO, ROB- [From the Honolulu Advertiser, Feb. 25, 2007] IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ERT ‘‘BOBBY’’ SCOTT, JIM MCDERMOTT, DAR- FILIPINO VETS’ FAMILIES DESERVE SPECIAL RELL ISSA, SAM FARR, AL GREEN, RAU´ L STATUS Tuesday, February 27, 2007 GRIJALVA, and PHIL HARE. Filipino veterans, who fought alongside Ms. JACKSON-LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in As you know, Filipino veterans are those U.S. troops during World War II, have waited support of H. Con. Res. 52, to support the that honorably answered the call of President far too long—more than 60 years—to get goals and ideals of American Heart Month. Franklin D. Roosevelt and served alongside what’s due them. While they still seek full pension benefits The leading cause of death in the United our armed forces during World War II. They fought shoulder to shoulder with American from Congress, another key measure would States is not murder or gang violence or any give them something that could be more im- other violent crime; it is heart disease. The servicemen; they sacrificed for the same just cause. We made a promise to provide full vet- portant in their senior years: family reunifi- statistics are staggering. One-third of adult cation. Americans have 1 or more of the following erans’ benefits to those who served with our Senate Bill 671, recently introduced by heart diseases: high blood pressure, coronary troops. And while we have recently made ap- U.S. Sens. Dan Akaka and Daniel Inouye, heart disease, congestive heart failure, stroke, preciable progress toward fulfilling that long-ig- grants special immigrant status to the chil- and congenital heart defects. While some of nored promise, we have not yet achieved the dren of naturalized Filipino veterans, ena- bling them to move up in the visa backlog the major risk factors of heart disease like ad- full equity that the Filipino veterans deserve. In 1990, the Congress recognized the cour- that has had some family members waiting vanced age, gender, and heredity cannot be age and commitment of the Filipino World War for entry to the U.S. for nearly 20 years. changed, minorities are at a greater risk than II veterans by providing them with a waiver Indeed, this solution is not a simple one. In whites to die from heart disease and die at the aftermath of Sept. 11, visa policies were from certain naturalization requirements. Many higher rates. Heart disease also is devastating rightly revamped and strictly enforced. To veterans thereafter became proud United to women. In 2003 a total of 685,089 people expedite the process for these family mem- States citizens and residents of our country. died of heart disease; 51 percent of these vic- bers and not others merits concern. However, allowances were not made for their tims were women. Nearly twice as many But let’s look at the bigger picture: An es- children and many have been waiting decades timated 200,000 Filipinos were drafted in 1941 women in the United States die of heart dis- for petition approval. to fight under Gen. Douglas MacArthur when ease and stroke as from all forms of cancer, The Filipino Veterans Family Reunification war broke out. The men were promised citi- including breast cancer. Act would allow for the further recognition of zenship and benefits by President Franklin Turning to African Americans, the numbers the service of the veterans by granting their D. Roosevelt. But Congress reneged on the promise with the Rescission Act of 1946. are even more shocking. Out of the five larg- children a special immigration status that est U.S. racial/ethnic groups, the death rate of Not until 1990 did the Immigration Act would allow them to immigrate to the United allow these men citizenship. But they have 300 per 100,000 population for African Ameri- States and be reunified with their aging par- yet to receive the same benefits as their GI cans is the highest. ents. It is important to note that the Filipino counterparts, and the change in immigration It is essential for all Americans to be aware soldiers who fought under the command of law did not extend the same rights to the of the risk factors associated with heart dis- General Douglas MacArthur at this critical time veterans’ sons and daughters. ease and to take the necessary precautions to in our Nation’s history represent a unique cat- Today, there are an estimated 5,000 Fili- egory. These soldiers were members of the pino veterans in Hawai’i and the Mainland, reduce those risks. Fortunately, there are according to the American Coalition for Fili- things Americans can do to reduce the risk of United States Armed Forces of the Far East. pino Veterans, but most are well into their heart disease. They can reduce stress, in- They were led to believe that at the end of the 80s and 90s—and their number is quickly crease physical activity, consume alcoholic conflict they would be treated the same as dwindling. beverages in moderation, refrain from using il- American soldiers. It took more than 60 years Reuniting these men with their children is legal drugs or smoking or hormone replace- to begin to make good on our commitment. not only the fair thing for the U.S. govern- ment therapy. The Filipino Veterans Family Reunification Act ment to do, it’s the least it could do. And Congress shouldn’t stop there. The Mr. Speaker, I support H. Con. Res. 52 be- recognizes the special circumstances of this group of soldiers. aging veterans deserve to see the final piece cause we need to take the steps necessary to in their struggle for equity: the granting of encourage Americans to fight the causes of I would like to submit into the record an edi- full pension benefits that could mean $200 a heart disease and to take to heart the four torial from the Honolulu Advertiser that sup- month per veteran. simple ‘‘healthy life, healthy heart goals’’ iden- ports the expedited reunification of these fami- For these men, it’s more than just a pay- tified by the Healthier US initiative of the U.S. lies as a meaningful way to make amends for check—it’s a promise. Department of Health and Human Services: the injustice experienced by these brave sol- f diers. As the editorial frankly states, ‘‘Reunit- Regular exercise regularly and maintain a ing these men with their children is not only RECOGNIZING MR. ERIC healthy weight; good eating habits; avoidance the fair thing for the U.S. government to do, BRANSBY’S 90TH BIRTHDAY of tobacco, drugs and excessive alcohol; and it’s the least it could do.’’ regular checkups and screenings. Last year, my home State of Hawaii cele- HON. DOUG LAMBORN Mr. Speaker, we must not allow heart dis- brated the 100th anniversary of the first Fili- OF COLORADO ease to become a silent killer. Let us support pino immigrants to arrive on U.S. soil. We are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the goals and ideals of American Heart Month. exceptionally proud of the accomplishments of I thank my colleague, Representative our Filipino community and confident that the Thursday, March 1, 2007 MILLENDER-MCDONALD for introducing this im- next 100 years will be as successful. It is un- Mr. LAMBORN. Madam Speaker, I rise in portant legislation. I urge my colleagues to join fortunate that prospective family-based immi- recognition of Mr. Eric Bransby on his 90th me in supporting H. Con. Res. 52. gration applicants from the Philippines face birthday and the tremendous contributions he

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Recognized as a Phi Kappa Phi Na- Madam Speaker, I sincerely hope that my the settlement of Jamestown. It would be a tional Honorary and a Fellow of the National colleagues will join me in recognizing Mrs. sad irony if the direct descendants of the na- Society of Mural Painters, he is one of only a Rhoda Ann Sokol for her lifelong dedication to tive Americans who met these settlers, were few painters to work in traditional fresco. Mr. her community. While she was taken from the still not recognized by the federal government. Bransby studied at Colorado College and later Long Branch community before her time, her I, along with fellow Virginians, Reps. JO ANN at Yale University as a graduate fellow. He friends, family, and students will never forget DAVIS, BOBBY SCOTT and TOM DAVIS of Vir- translated this formal training into a life dedi- her. ginia, and Reps. NICK RAHALL, NEAL ABER- CROMBIE, DALE KILDEE, and FRANK PALLONE cated to furthering American art as both an f artist and educator. are introducing legislation today entitled the Students from Yale University and Colorado MOURNING THE LOSS OF KEN ‘‘Thomasina E. Jordan Indian Tribes of Vir- College among others have benefited from Mr. BERKMAN ginia Federal Recognition Act.’’ This legislation Bransby’s passion, and the citizens of Colo- will finally, and at long last, grant federal rec- rado from his extraordinary talent. Among Mr. HON. STEVE ISRAEL ognition to six Indian tribes in Virginia: the Chickahominy Tribe, Chickahominy Indian Bransby’s works are the history of aviation OF NEW YORK Tribe Eastern Division, the Upper Mattaponi, mural at the United States Air Force Academy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and the pioneer scene in Cossit Hall at Colo- the Rappahannock Tribe, the Monacan Tribe, Thursday, March 1, 2007 rado College. His magnificent depiction of 200 and the Nansemond Tribe. Like most Native Americans, the Virginia years of Colorado history featuring nearly 100 Mr. ISRAEL. Madam Speaker, I rise today tribes first welcomed western settlers, but subjects, from early, unknown settlers to his- in great sadness. My community has lost a quickly became subdued, pushed off their torical figures can be seen at Colorado’s Pio- great leader and a humanitarian: Ken land, and, up through much of the 20th Cen- neer Museum located right in my hometown of Berkman. tury, denied full rights as U.S. citizens. Despite Colorado Springs. Of all the things that can be said of Ken their devastating loss of land and population, My district and our Nation are fortunate to Berkman, the most profound is that he made the Virginia Indians successfully overcame count among their citizens this extraordinary a difference in his community. And to every years of racial discrimination that denied them individual. Mr. Bransby has inspired genera- good cause and every community project he equal opportunities to pursue their education tions by bringing to life, with vivid imagination, brought a sparkling wit, a wry smile, a deep and preserve their cultural identity. That story our history, and we owe him immense grati- compassion, and an exuberant dedication. He built one of the leading law firms on Long Is- of survival doesn’t encompass decades, it tude. spans centuries of racial hostility and coercive f land, but understood that the foundation of a strong law firm is a good and flourishing com- state and state-sanctioned actions. Their story, however is unique in two ways. IN HONOR OF MRS. RHODA ANN munity. First, they signed their peace treaties with the SOKOL I have known Ken and his wife Irene for Kings of England, and second, they suffered many years, but anyone involved in any facet centuries of state sanctioned hostilities. Unlike of community life or any issue confronting HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. most tribes that resisted encroachment and OF NEW JERSEY Long Island has also known them. obtained federal recognition when they signed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ken cared about his country. He cared peace treaties with the federal government, about the town of Huntington. And cared most Thursday, March 1, 2007 Virginia’s six tribes signed their peace treaties about his family. His legacy will be a standard with the Kings of England. Most notable Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I rise today of grace and commitment that to which others among these was the Treaty of 1677 between to honor the memory of Mrs. Rhoda Ann will aspire. He made our community better, these tribes and Charles the II. This treaty has Sokol, a dedicated teacher and citizen from and those who follow his example will con- been recognized by the State every year for Long Branch, New Jersey. It is with great tinue to push our community forward. the past 329 years when the Governor of the pride and admiration that I honor her today for That, Madam Speaker, is the true legacy of Commonwealth of Virginia accepts tribute from her outstanding commitment to New Jersey’s Ken Berkman. We lost him, but not the stand- the tribes in a ceremony now celebrated at the Jewish community and for the legacy she has ard he set, and the difference he made to the State Capitol. I understand it is the longest left for her students, her family, and the peo- people I represent in the United States Con- celebrated treaty in the United States. ple of Monmouth County. gress. In the intervening years between 1677 and Mrs. Sokol was born in New York at Beth f the birth of this nation, however, these tribes Israel Hospital but lived most of her young life THOMASINA E. JORDAN INDIAN were dispossessed of most of their land and in West Long Branch, New Jersey. She grad- were too weak to pose a threat. They were, uated from Long Branch High School, my TRIBES OF VIRGINIA FEDERAL RECOGNITION therefore, never in a position to negotiate and alma mater, and went on to obtain a bachelor receive recognition from our nascent federal of science degree from Monmouth College. government. Last summer the English govern- She and her husband Robert were married for HON. JAMES P. MORAN ment reaffirmed its recognition of this treaty 40 years and raised three children in Ocean OF VIRGINIA with the modern Virginia tribes. Township. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Their unique history speaks to the reason Mrs. Sokol was a very generous person and Thursday, March 1, 2007 Congress must act to recognize the Virginia was incredibly dedicated to her work. She tribes. They have experienced what has been taught at the Jewish Community Center in Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Madam Speaker, called a ‘‘paper genocide’’ and been per- Deal for 21 years and taught at the Solomon last year representatives and leaders of Vir- secuted by the Commonwealth of Virginia. At Schechter Academy in Howell for 23 years. ginia’s Native American tribes left their com- the time when the federal government granted She loved the arts and music and worked with munities and flew to England to participate in Native Americans the right to vote, Virginia’s students on musicals while she taught at Sol- ceremonies that were a prelude to the 400th elected officials were embracing the eugenics omon Schechter. She will always be remem- anniversary of the first permanent English set- movement and began adopting racially hostile bered as a teacher who adored her students tlement in America. Some of the distinguished laws targeted at those classes of people who and who was always willing to help them in Virginia residents who made this trip are the did not fit into the dominant white society. any way she could. blood descendants and leaders of the sur- These actions culminated with the enact- There are many people all over Monmouth viving 7 tribes that once were a part of the ment of the Racial Integrity Act of 1924. This County who will never forget Mrs. Sokol. It Great Powhatan Confederacy that initially act empowered zealots, like Walter Plecker, a gives me great pride to say that the Spirit of helped sustain the colonists during their dif- state official, to destroy records and reclassify Israel Dance Company is performing a tribute ficult first years at Jamestown. Virginia’s best in Orwellian fashion all non-whites as ‘‘col- concert to honor her memory. The concert will known Indian, Pocahontas, traveled to Eng- ored.’’ It targeted Native Americans and

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OF MINNESOTA are required to conduct an assessment of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vulnerability of their infrastructure and oper- For up to 50 years, state officials waged a ations to terrorism and to prepare and imple- Thursday, March 1, 2007 war to destroy all public and many private ment a security plan. records that affirmed the existence of Native Mr. OBERSTAR. Madam Speaker, today I Requires DHS, in coordination with DOT, to Americans in Virginia. Historians have affirmed have introduced a bill to improve the security establish separate security assistance grant that there is no other state that compares to of railroad, public transportation, and over-the- programs for rail, transit, and over-the-road Virginia’s efforts to eradicate its citizens’ In- road bus systems in the United States. bus, to provide capital and operating assist- dian identity. All of Virginia’s state-recognized Tragically, transit and rail systems have long ance based on priorities established by the se- tribes have filed petitions with the Bureau of been popular targets of terrorist attacks world- curity assessments. DHS would be respon- Acknowledgment seeking federal recognition. wide. From 1991 to 2001, 42 percent of all ter- sible for establishing grant program priorities, rorist incidents were carried out on rail sys- while DOT would be responsible for making But it is a very heavy burden the Virginia tems or buses. Recent tragic events show that grants to eligible recipients based on DOT’s tribes will have to overcome and one fraught these threats continue. existing grant structure. with complications that officials from the Bu- On March 11, 2004, a coordinated terrorist Authorizes specific grants to Amtrak for tun- reau of Indian Affairs have acknowledged may attack against the commuter train system of nel improvements and upgrades, and further never be resolved in their lifetime. The ac- Madrid, Spain, killed 191 people and wounded requires an increase in the number of DHS rail knowledgment process is already costly, sub- more than 2,000 others. On July 7, 2005, four security Inspectors. ject to unreasonable delays, and lacks dignity. bombs exploded on the London transit sys- Addresses a critical security gap by requir- Virginia’s legacy of paper genocide only fur- tem, killing 52 people and injuring 700 others. ing mandatory security training for employees ther complicates these tribes’ quest for federal It was the deadliest bombing in London since in the industries covered by the bill. This provi- recognition, making it difficult to furnish cor- World War II. On July 11, 2006, a series of sion and the timeline established will ensure roborating state and official documents and seven bomb blasts that took place over a pe- that front-line transit workers are properly riod of 11 minutes on the Suburban Railway in aggravating the injustice already visited upon trained to address security needs. Mumbai, India’s financial capital, killed 209 these tribes. Establishes certain whistleblower protections people and injured over 700 others. for employees of railroads, public transpor- This wasn’t corrected until 1997 when Gov- The characteristics of transit and passenger tation agencies, and over-the-road bus compa- ernor George Allen signed legislation directing rail systems make them inherently vulnerable nies; as well employees of DOT, DHS, and state agencies to correct state records that to terrorist attacks and difficult to secure. Pub- contractors. had deliberately been altered to list Virginia In- lic transportation and rail systems are open, Madam Speaker, this bill carefully crafts a dians on official state documents as ‘‘colored.’’ have multiple access points, are hubs serving joint approach on security. The bill maximizes The law allows living members of the tribes to multiple carriers, and in some cases, have no the expertise and core competencies of both correct records, but the law cannot correct the barriers. In addition, high volume of pas- DHS and DOT, to enhance the implementation damage done to past generations. Two years sengers and freight, expensive infrastructure, of these critically important, and long overdue, later, the Virginia General Assembly adopted a economic importance, and location make security programs. resolution calling upon Congress to enact leg- these systems attractive targets for terrorists DOT has played and continues to play a islation recognizing the Virginia tribes. because of the potential for mass casualties, significant role in securing our Nation’s transit economic damage, and disruption. and rail systems. DOT is the government’s There is no doubt that the Chicahomony, The potential to do harm is truly enormous. lead agency on transportation safety and effi- the Eastern Chicahomony, the Monacan, the In the United States, every day, more than 14 ciency. Decisions on security measures can- Nansemond, the Rappahannock and the million people use public transportation. Public not be made in a vacuum without consider- Upper Mattaponi tribes exist. These tribes transportation agencies provide 9.5 billion ation of the effects on safety and efficiency. have existed on a continuous basis since be- transit trips annually. The over-the-road bus While DHS is the lead agency on security, it fore the first western European settlers industry, which provides intercity bus service must work cooperatively with DOT to ensure stepped foot in America; and, they are here and charter service, transports 774 million that safety is not impaired and security meas- with us today. passengers annually. Amtrak and commuter ures do not unnecessarily impair efficiency. railroads serve more than 500 million pas- I know there is great resistance from Con- The Federal Transit Administration, the Fed- sengers annually. eral Railroad Administration, and the Pipeline gress to grant any Native American tribe fed- Unfortunately, despite this stark reality, in- and Hazardous Materials Safety Administra- eral recognition. And, I can appreciate how the vestments to enhance the security of our Na- tion have all signed Memorandums of Under- issue of gambling and its economic and moral tion’s surface transportation systems have not standing with DHS to clarify the roles and re- dimensions have influenced many Members’ kept pace with the needs. Last year, the Fed- sponsibilities of each agency with respect to perspectives on tribal recognition issues. I eral Government invested $4.7 billion in avia- security. This bill honors and follows the prin- think the circumstances and situation these tion security improvements, while spending ciples outlined in these existing agreements. tribes have endured and the legacy they still only $136 million on transit and rail security, I would like to thank Representative BENNIE confront today, however, outweigh these con- even though five times as many people take THOMPSON, Chairman of the Committee on cerns. We have made significant compromises trains as planes every day. Homeland Security, for his cooperation to date to give the State the option to say ‘‘no’’ to The bill I have introduced today requires on rail, public transportation, and over-the- gaming. Congress has the power to recognize several measures that will address the secu- road bus security legislation. I look forward to these tribes. It has exercised this power in the rity challenges faced by our Nation’s railroads, continuing our joint work to bring a com- past, and it should exercise this power again public transportation agencies, and over-the- prehensive surface transportation security bill with respect to these six tribes. road bus operators. Specifically, the legisla- to the House floor as quickly as possible. tion: f I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- Directs the Secretary of Homeland Security, tion. in coordination with the Secretary of Transpor- HONORING EDWIN O. GUTHMAN COSPONSORS OF LEGISLATION INTRODUCED BY THE REP. tation, to develop and implement a National JIM MORAN RECOGNIZING SIX VIRGINIA TRIBES Rail and Public Transportation Security Plan, HON. CHAKA FATTAH as required in the Intelligence Reform and OF PENNSYLVANIA The Honorable JO ANN DAVIS; the Honor- Terrorism Prevention Act of 2004 (P.L. 108– IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES able BOBBY SCOTT; the Honorable TOM DAVIS; 458), but which has not been completed. the Honorable NICK J. RAHALL II; the Honor- Requires the Department of Homeland Se- Thursday, March 1, 2007 able NEIL ABERCROMBIE; the Honorable DALE curity (DHS), in coordination with the Depart- Mr. FATTAH. Madam Speaker, I rise today E. KILDEE; the Honorable FRANK PALLONE, JR.; ment of Transportation (DOT) to issue regula- to pay tribute to the career of Ed Guthman, a the Honorable ROBERT C. SCOTT. tions establishing a security program for rail dedicated public servant and master of his

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When JOHN reporting requirements on CFIUS and detract to the principles of open government and hon- SPRATT succeeded Congressman Holland, from the committee’s mission. Reporting on est journalism. As editorial page editor at the Ellen continued her service to the United tax issues is outside the scope and expertise Philadelphia Inquirer, he wrote with insight on States House of Representatives starting as of the committee. CFIUS and its resources the major issues of the day; nuclear safety, Congressman SPRATT’s Legislative Assistant should be focused on foreign transactions, education reform and corruption in Philadel- and rising to become his Chief of Staff. and most importantly, on national security. phia and Pennsylvania’s court systems. His Ellen’s tenure in the House can be de- I support H.R. 556 and urge my colleagues clear prose and cogent ideas brought honor to scribed in one way—passion for her work. She to join me in improving our national security his newspaper and true enlightenment to us, especially enjoyed taking part in campaigns. In while safeguarding America’s economy. the readers. her words, ‘‘It reenergizes you to be with your Ed’s career did not begin with his decade at supporters.’’ In addition to her exceptional f the Inquirer. Before coming to Philadelphia, he leadership skills, Ellen possesses an ex- TRIBUTE TO THE LATE STAFF served as the national editor at the Los Ange- tremely pleasing personal demeanor. She is SERGEANT JOSHUA R. HAGER les Times. It was during his work in Los Ange- loved by all who know her. les that Ed was listed as number three on Nix- Madam Speaker, on behalf of my staff, and on’s infamous enemies list. The list, and the constituents of the 6th District of South HON. JOHN T. SALAZAR Guthman’s inclusion, offer enduring evidence Carolina, I ask you and my colleagues to join OF COLORADO of the danger of an unchecked executive and us in saluting the contributions of Ellen Wal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a reminder of the need for an eternally vigilant lace Buchanan and wish her well in the years Thursday, March 1, 2007 free and independent press. Prior to the LA to come. Times, he was a reporter at the Seattle Times f Mr. SALAZAR. Madam Speaker, I ask for where he was awarded the Pulitzer Prize for unanimous consent to address the House for his investigation into the Washington State NATIONAL SECURITY FOREIGN IN- one minute and to revise and extend my re- Un-American Activities Committee. VESTMENT REFORM AND marks. I consider it a privilege to call Ed my friend. STRENGTHENED TRANSPARENCY I stand here today to pay tribute and recog- He is a brilliant man and has contributed ACT OF 2007 nize the loss of SSG Joshua R. Hager. Staff greatly to the field of journalism and the quest Sergeant Hager was killed in action while SPEECH OF for a fair and democratic United States. While serving his country in Iraq. I am pleased that he has the opportunity to HON. BOB ETHERIDGE Every day, the men and women of the share what he knows with the students of OF NORTH CAROLINA United States Armed Forces face danger in USC, we will always miss him in Philadelphia. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the hope to bring peace and prosperity to f those in need. We must not forget the indi- Wednesday, February 28, 2007 vidual stories of these soldiers who are serv- ELLEN WALLACE BUCHANAN Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Chairman, I rise in ing our country with courage and honor. support of H.R. 556, National Security Foreign Joshua Hager was from Bloomfield, Colo- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN Investment Reform and Strengthened Trans- rado and he is survived by his wife and child OF SOUTH CAROLINA parency Act of 2007, and I urge my col- who reside in Pueblo, Colorado. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leagues to join me in voting in favor of it. Staff Sergeant Hager was one of three Fort Many Americans were rightfully concerned Carson soldiers who died on Friday, February Thursday, March 1, 2007 in 2006 by the Dubai Ports World scandal. I 23. Hager, PVT Travis Buford of Galveston, Mr. CLYBURN. Madam Speaker, it is a support H.R. 556 because this bill provides Texas, and PVT Rowan Walter of Winnetka, great honor for me to rise in recognition of the the needed reform to the Committee on For- California, died Friday of injuries suffered a highly successful career and notable achieve- eign Investment in the United States (CFIUS). day earlier when an improvised explosive de- ments of Ms. Ellen Wallace Buchanan. On By reforming CFIUS, the United States can vice detonated near their vehicle. February 28, 2007, Ellen retired as Chief of better balance the critical issue of national se- All three brave men were assigned to the Staff for Representative JOHN SPRATT (D–SC), curity with the billions of dollars in foreign in- 1st Battalion, 9th Infantry Regiment, 2nd Bri- after over 30 years of service to the United vestment that helps keep our economy strong. gade Combat Team, 2nd Infantry Division, States House of Representatives. H.R. 556 formally establishes CFIUS and its based at Fort Carson, which has now lost 189 Ellen was raised in my home state of South membership and streamlines the process for soldiers since the war in Iraq began. Carolina by a father who was a probate judge reviews by the committee. This bill mandates Joshua Hager was 29 years old. and a mother who was a school teacher. Her a 30-day review for all national security-related My heart goes out to Joshua’s wife and parents instilled in her the importance of serv- business transactions and a full-scale 45-day child as well as all of his family and friends. ice to community and country. investigation to follow if necessary. This bill Their courage in this time of hardship humbles After receiving her Bachelor’s degree in also ensures these decisions are made at a us all. Education from Winthrop University, Ms. Bu- senior level and requires CFIUS to report to We will not forget his sacrifice, and that of chanan followed in her mother’s footsteps, be- Congress five days after their final action on the soldiers who rode alongside Joshua. ginning her career as an elementary school an investigation. The United States Chamber I submit this recognition to the United States teacher in Charleston, SC. of Commerce supports this bill as do other House of Representatives in honor of their In a career move that would enable her to groups concerned about responsible policy for sacrifice, so that Joshua Hager may live on in further serve her community while engaging foreign investment. memory.

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