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HONORING THE LIFE OF ALMON Chief Miller has dedicated his entire career As Delaware County grew, the parish school WILLIAM MARTIN to the people of Gonzales, and our commu- opened its doors in 1919 and soon served nities on the central coast of California. His many families. HON. JAMES B. RENACCI career began in the Monterey County The Saint Laurence School is still an award- OF OHIO Sherriff’s Explorer Program in 1978 where winning institution in the community, com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chief Miller achieved the rank of Captain, the mitted to academic excellence. The parish highest rank in that program. After completing Friday, June 2, 2017 school seeks to integrate Catholic values of the Explorer Program, Chief Miller joined the service and respect. With the dedication and Mr. RENACCI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Gonzales Police Department (GPD), first as a devotion of nearly ten pastors in the last hun- pay tribute to the life of Sergeant Almon Wil- reserve officer, and then a full-time officer in dred years, the Saint Laurence Parish is proud liam Martin, father of William Martin, Craig 1985. After being recognized as the Depart- to serve nearly two thousand registered Martin, and Leslie Lederer and husband of Au- ment Officer of the Year in 1987 and 1991, households in the Upper Darby and drey June Martin. Sergeant Martin dedicated Chief Miller was promoted to the rank of Ser- Havertown areas today. his life to serving his community and our Na- geant in 1992. He was recognized a third time Mr. Speaker, we are grateful for the work of tion, serving in World War II as a tech ser- as Officer of the Year in 1995, and as Depart- the Saint Laurence Parish, its parishioners, geant in Europe and was interred at Arlington ment Supervisor of the Year in 2006 and and Reverend Sean F. O’Neill and I hope the National Cemetery upon his passing in 2008. 2007. In 2010, he was appointed as Chief of church will continue to grow and thrive. Before serving in the United States Army, Police for the City of Gonzales, where he f Sergeant Martin studied at Ohio Wesleyan served with distinction for seven years. University in Delaware, Ohio and completed A champion of proactive community polic- RETIREMENT OF PATRICIA his B.A. in Business Administration shortly ing, Chief Miller provided important leadership BROUGHTON after the conclusion of WWII. He then worked that helped the GPD make important strides in for the Gleasner Corporation/Ingersoll Rand in reducing gang violence and maintaining HON. NANETTE DIAZ BARRAGA´ N Buffalo, New York where he advanced to the Gonzales as one of the safest cities on the OF CALIFORNIA position of vice president and divisional man- Central Coast. Under the leadership of Chief IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ager for the state of New York and Northern Miller, the GPD weathered one of the toughest Pennsylvania. Sergeant Martin stayed with the recessions in history, coordinated the con- Friday, June 2, 2017 company until his retirement in 1985. Through- struction of a new 10,000 square-foot police Ms. BARRAGA´ N. Mr. Speaker, I rise today out his retirement, Sergeant Martin also station, and took a leadership role in securing to recognize Patricia Broughton, a dedicated served as a mentor to upcoming businessmen key grants for the police departments of South public servant who is retiring after serving five through the Small Business Administration Monterey County. Chief Miller also guided the members of Congress in the Los Angeles Har- Volunteer program and used his business ex- department as the lead South County police bor Region. This week is Patricia’s last week perience to help small businesses in the Fort agency in securing several important grants as my San Pedro caseworker. I like to call her Myers area start up, organize, and expand. that helped provide important tools to help a miracle worker. Sergeant Martin was an active member of break the cycle of gang violence that con- Patricia is retiring after a 29 year long distin- his community, serving in organizations like tinues to plague our communities on the cen- guished career advocating for the interests of Amigos, Central Park Men’s Club, Chi Phi Fra- tral coast. One of these key grants included constituents and our community. I extend my ternity, Lions Club, Kenmore Rotary Club, and $500,000 in funding for the city of Gonzales sincerest appreciation to her for her decades the Buffalo Kiwanis Club. Martin also served in through the California Gang Reduction Inter- of dedicated service to the Los Angeles Har- the Construction Industry Association and was vention and Prevention (CalGRIP) Program. bor Region and our nation. the vice president of the University Club of Mr. Speaker, as a former prosecutor who Patricia was born in Uniontown, Pennsyl- Buffalo, New York. An engaged citizen, Martin has worked closely with local police to pros- vania. She spent her formative years in Japan was active in politics and encouraged his ecute violent criminal gang members, I know and returned to the United States in 1963. neighbors to engage in politics at the local from experience that the work of taking and After her studies, she moved to Long Beach, level. He coached little league baseball and keeping these and other dangerous people off California, and began her congressional ca- football and was an active member of the the streets of our communities is not easy. It reer in 1989. Kenmore United Methodist Church. requires dedication, perseverance, and the Over the years, Patricia has developed a Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize a selfless willingness to put oneself in harm’s reputation in the Los Angeles Harbor Region life so fully lived. Almon Martin instilled the way in service to others. Chief Paul Miller cer- as a champion for constituents. My prede- values of service, hard work, integrity, and tainly embodies these qualities, and I whole- cessors—including former Representatives service into his children, employees, and heartedly thank him for this service, and con- Janice Hahn, Jane Harman, the late Steve mentees, values that we should all strive to gratulate him on his well-deserved retirement. Horn, and the late Glen Anderson—and I have uphold in our daily lives. I ask my colleagues There is no doubt that his commitment to jus- received countless letters of appreciation from in the House to join me in paying tribute to a tice, security, and prosperity for his community those whose lives were positively impacted by valued soldier and citizen, Sergeant Almon will be missed. Patricia, and in 2011 the Wilmington Coordi- William Martin. f nating Council awarded her their ‘‘Outstanding f IN RECOGNITION OF SAINT Civil Servant’’ award. HONORING GONZALES CHIEF OF LAURENCE PARISH As I mentioned, Patricia is a miracle-worker, POLICE PAUL D. MILLER and has handled virtually every type of case HON. PATRICK MEEHAN that is referred to a congressional office. She HON. JIMMY PANETTA has solved complex Social Security and Medi- OF PENNSYLVANIA care claims for seniors, helped disabled vet- OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erans who were not receiving their earned dis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, June 2, 2017 ability checks, and assisted those who had Friday, June 2, 2017 Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to trouble with the Immigration and Naturalization Mr. PANETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Saint Laurence Parish in Service and the Internal Revenue Service. recognize Gonzales Chief of Police Paul D. Upper Darby, Pennsylvania as it celebrates its Patricia has been a voice for those in need Miller on the occasion of his retirement after 100th anniversary on June 10, 2017. and a source of comfort for those trapped in thirty-four years of distinguished service to the In 1917, Reverend Maurice C. Cowl became the bureaucratic maze that is the federal gov- community of Gonzales. the first pastor of the Saint Laurence Parish. ernment. For example, Patricia successfully

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:40 Jun 03, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K02JN8.001 E02JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with REMARKS E746 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 2, 2017 helped a Vietnam veteran get compensation IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2ND lies have someone who is serving on either with the Department of Veterans Affairs for a ANNUAL BARN BLAST active duty or in the reserves. As such, it is $200,000 claim. all the more important that we gather to- gether on this solemn day to honor their sac- Among her many other responsibilities and HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK rifice. accomplishments include organizing work- OF VIRGINIA So on this day, our obligation is not just to shops for Deferred Action for Childhood Arriv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES remember. It is also to teach our children als beneficiaries, and resolving thousands of and grandchildren that our liberty is more casework files. Friday, June 2, 2017 than just the words of the Declaration of Patricia is also devoted to the humane treat- Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I am hon- Independence, and the Constitution and its ment of animals. She heroically rescued a dog ored to use this time to recognize the 2nd An- Bill of Rights. Those documents are the nual Barn Blast, a local fundraising event in foundation stones of our system of govern- that was hit by a car and abandoned in front ment and the truth that governments derive of my predecessor’s district office, taking the Leesburg, Virginia, for the INMED Family & their powers from the people and not the injured dog home and making it a part of her Youth Opportunity Center. The INMED Oppor- other way around. And further that the in- family. tunity Center is a program aimed to liberate alienable rights we enjoy as a free people Her coworkers and I have enjoyed working children from the irreparable damages of hun- come from God and not from government. with her and will miss her warm heart and sig- ger, abuse, and insecurity. They strive to But none of this would be possible without nature elegance. Her compassion, persist- equip struggling children with the skills and vi- the sacrifice of those we remember today. In- ence, and dedication have left a lasting mark sion they need to build a future filled with op- scribed on statuary at the National Archives portunity and hope, and I am grateful for their Building in Washington is the phrase ‘‘Eter- on thousands of residents in my district and nal Vigilance is the Price of Liberty.’’ We the Los Angeles Harbor Region. service to our youth, the next generation of need to constantly remind ourselves that I am sure that I speak for the dozens of leaders. freedom is not free. Our liberties are guaran- people who have worked with Patricia INMED Opportunity Center, located in Ster- teed us by our Constitution and Bill of throughout her career in congratulating her ling, Virginia, is a part of a program of INMED Rights; but they were also made possible by upon her retirement and extending our heart- Partnerships for Children, an international hu- the determination of multiple generations of felt gratitude for her remarkable dedication to manitarian organization, established in 1986. Americans who answered their nation’s call and who defended our liberties to the last public service. The INMED Partnerships for Children was founded with the goal of tackling the pressing breath on the fields of battle. We stand on the shoulders of the fallen f needs of children in the developed and devel- today. We owe them our eternal gratitude; oping world. The Opportunity Center serves as our respect; and that their collective sac- CONGRATULATIONS ON THE RE- a crucial part of this larger organization as it rifice is forever etched onto our collective TIREMENT OF COMMAND SER- offers a plethora of programs to support fami- memories. GEANT MAJOR SHANE LAKE lies in need in Loudoun County. Some exam- I recently read a quote attributed to the ples include after-school academic and enrich- son of a U.S. soldier killed in Afghanistan. HON. KURT SCHRADER ment programs, summer camps, family edu- He said of his father: ‘‘his life was not taken: cation and support, career skills training, it was given to his country.’’ OF OREGON His life was not taken: it was given to his homelessness support, and mentoring. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES country. He gave his life to defend our na- This second annual fundraiser is an event tion, so that others of us can live in freedom Friday, June 2, 2017 that has garnered a great deal of popularity and liberty. That truly sums up what we Mr. SCHRADER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today and community involvement. Located at the should always remember about those we to recognize and congratulate Command Ser- Murray Hill Estate in Leesburg, the event fea- honor on Memorial Day. May God Bless our tures live music, barbecue, dancing, and live fallen soldiers; may God Bless our Veterans; geant Major Shane Lake on his retirement and may God Bless the United States of from the Oregon Army National Guard. and silent auctions. It is entertaining, commu- nity events, like the 2nd Annual Barn Blast America. Born in Farmington, New Mexico Command f Sergeant Major Lake enlisted in the United event, that have helped this organization thrive States Army in 1990. Currently, he serves as and build its essential presence in our commu- HONORING NATHAN RILEY the State Command Sergeant Major for the nity. Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me in rec- Oregon Army National Guard. While serving ognizing the 3rd Annual Barn Blast and the HON. SAM GRAVES his country, Command Sergeant Major Lake INMED Family & Youth Opportunity Center OF MISSOURI also worked to earn a Bachelor of Science in and in thanking them for their commitment and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Social Science with a minor in Psychology service to our community. The efforts and con- from Portland State University, and works as Friday, June 2, 2017 tributions from the staff, volunteers, corporate a Field Sales Engineer in the electronics in- sponsors, and our community are truly exem- Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I dustry. plary, and I wish them all the best in their fu- proudly pause to recognize Nathan Riley. Na- Among his countless assignments through- ture endeavors. than is a very special young man who has ex- out his exemplary military career, Command emplified the finest qualities of citizenship and Sergeant Major Lake spent multiple overseas f leadership by taking an active part in the Boy deployments to the Middle East and com- TOWN OF MILAN, MAY 28, 2017 Scouts of America, Troop 1376, and earning pleted a number of humanitarian missions the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. throughout the world. A highly decorated vet- HON. JOHN J. FASO Nathan has been very active with his troop, eran, just some of his service awards include participating in many scout activities. Over the OF NEW YORK the Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service many years Nathan has been involved with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters, the Iraq scouting, he has not only earned numerous Campaign Medal, the Global War on Ter- Friday, June 2, 2017 merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- rorism Expeditionary Medal, the Global War Mr. FASO. Mr. Speaker, I include in the ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Na- on Terrorism Service Medal, the Meritorious RECORD a speech I delivered in Milan on May than has served his troop as the Senior Patrol Service Medal, and the Army Commendation 28, 2017. Leader, become a Brotherhood member of the Medal to name a few. Memorial Day. A day of remembrance to Order of the Arrow, and earned the rank of Command Sergeant Major Lake represents our fallen soldiers. A day when all Ameri- Warrior in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Nathan has our very best that the great state of Oregon cans are reminded of those who gave their also contributed to his community through his and our country have to offer. The State of Or- lives to defend our freedoms. This day is per- Eagle Scout project. Nathan led a team in egon, the Oregon National Guard, and his sol- haps best honored by the phrase uttered by constructing a 52-foot free span truss bridge, diers will miss the experience and leadership Abraham Lincoln at Gettysburg. They gave first by removing the old, deteriorated wooden he brought to every mission. to the cause of liberty, he said, ‘‘their last bridge, then designing and constructing two full measure of devotion.’’ I humbly thank Command Sergeant Major Memorial Day is significant in that it is an concrete revetments, assembling 2,800 Lake for his many years of service to the enduring reminder of those who gave their pounds of steel trusses, decking the bridge, State of Oregon as well as to our country. lives for our nation. We live in a time when and having it all laid into place by a 90-ton May his deserved retirement treat him well. only a small percentage of American fami- crane. The project earned Nathan the Eagle

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:40 Jun 03, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K02JN8.005 E02JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with REMARKS June 2, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E747 Scout Service Project of the Year award from witnessed in 1969 what happens when a com- culture and made our country better include the Heart of America Council. munity says enough is enough. the great poet Langston Hughes; Mandy Car- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Our country has made progress since the ter, 2008 national co-chair of Obama Pride commending Nathan Riley for his accomplish- Stonewall uprising of 1969, and with the sup- and lifelong activist; Billy Strayhorn the musi- ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for port of equal rights for all communities by cian and gifted composer whose 30-year col- his efforts put forth in achieving the highest leaders such as President Barack Obama, laboration with Duke Ellington gave the world distinction of Eagle Scout. more and more voices are being heard. some of the greatest jazz music ever; Tom f Mr. Speaker, although more remains to be Waddell, army medical doctor and Olympic done to realize the full promise of America athlete; and James Baldwin, one of the tow- LGBTQ PRIDE MONTH AND that all are equally treated and protected by ering figures in the history of American lit- HOUSTON PRIDE WEEK the law, it is undeniable that America is closer erature. to realizing that promise than it was during the Mr. Speaker, I am proud to acknowledge HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE dark days of Stonewall. the achievements of just a few of the count- OF TEXAS So there is much reason for joy and opti- less number of Americans who overcame prej- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mism when my home city of Houston hosts udice and discrimination to make America a Friday, June 2, 2017 ‘‘Wonderland,’’ Houston’s Pride Week celebra- more welcoming place for succeeding genera- tion later this month, from June 18 to 25, tions of LGBTQ community members. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to 2017. f commemorate LGBTQ Pride Month and the According to the 2010 U.S. Census, the RECOGNIZING CAPTAIN WILLIAM remarkable progress that has been made in 16th largest LGBTQ community in the nation PERLSTEIN making our country more diverse and tolerant is located in the Houston metropolitan area, and embracing of differences in the 17 years which I am privileged to represent. since the cruel murder of Matthew Shepherd, The Houston LGBTQ community is culturally HON. JIMMY PANETTA a college student from Laramie, Wyoming. diverse, economically dynamic, and artistically OF CALIFORNIA As a country, America has made and con- vibrant. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinues to make great progress in the area of Houston Pride Week has been an annual Friday, June 2, 2017 social equality, as evidenced most dramati- event for the last 38 years, since 1979, and Mr. PANETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise on behalf cally by the seismic shift in public support for promotes the individuality of Houston’s ever- of a uniquely distinguished community leader, marriage equality over the past decade. growing LGBTQ community. Today, supporters of marriage equality dra- Captain William Perlstein, who has served the The Pride Festival and Parade are at the State of California as a Commander for the matically outnumber opponents by 61–35 per- center of a celebration annually attended by Highway Patrol. Bill began his career as a traf- cent; a near total reversal from 2004, when more than 600,000 people from Houston and fic officer in Hayward. He soon combined his opponents outnumbered supporters 58–39 around the world. career in law enforcement with his love of percent. Mr. Speaker, as the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther aviation, and trained to become a flight officer/ Our country made progress in bringing our King, Jr. reminded us, ‘‘Darkness cannot drive paramedic, working on a CHP helicopter out LGBTQ brothers and sisters, mothers and fa- out darkness; only light can do that. Hate can- of the Golden Gate Division. Subsequently, he thers out of the shadows with the repeal of not drive out hate; only love can do that.’’ became an instructor with the California High- ‘‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell,’’ which I was proud to All Americans should be deeply concerned way Patrol Academy and trained individuals support. over the increase in violence and acts of hate on emergency medical procedures. As an in- Our nation is now stronger and our people perpetrated against members of the LGBTQ structor, he developed new emergency med- are safer thanks to the sacrifices made by community we have witnessed in recent ical response programs, which helped to save these brave Americans, who no longer need months. lives across California. to choose between service and silence. Especially troubling is the rise in bigotry and Bill also encouraged transparency in polic- There have been other changes for the bet- violent crimes against transgender people, ing and was promoted to work in the California ter. particularly transgender women of color. Highway Patrol’s legislative affairs, working to In April 2015, President Obama issued a According to statistics compiled by the develop cooperation with traffic and law en- landmark Executive Order prohibiting discrimi- Human Rights Campaign, at least 22 forcement advisory groups. Bill eventually was nation against LGBTQ persons in the work- transgender people in the United States lost promoted to provide technical advice to the place. their lives due to fatal violence, the most ever California State Legislature and advocate for This civil rights victory ensures the tax dol- recorded. the California Highway Patrol at the Capitol. In lars used to pay government contractors sup- Sadly, we are on pace to break this record this role, he was able to protect California po- port contractors that are committed to equal in 2017, as 11 transgender persons have lice officers and ensure equal protection under employment opportunity for all persons regard- been killed in the first five months. the law. Bill also managed finances for the less of sexual orientation. Mr. Speaker, I invite all Americans to visit California Highway Patrol and provided leader- This legislation marks a major shift from a Houston during Houston Pride Week to ob- ship, guidance, and supervision to area per- time when the U.S. Civil Service Commission serve how we live out our conviction that sonnel. prohibited the hiring of LGBTQ persons to a ‘‘Love Will Conquer Hate.’’ Most recently, Bill became Commander for time when the Secretary of Defense has se- Progress is made through the efforts of cou- the California Highway Patrol’s Monterey Area. lected an openly gay man as his chief of staff. rageous men and women who actively engage In this role he was able to establish goals, and And we are making progress in realizing the their communities and face adversity to ensure develop strategies and tactics to keep the goal of making the H.R. 2282, the ‘‘Equality that the rights of all are clearly recognized and Monterey Bay area safe. Bill supervised em- Act of 2017,’’ the law of the land so LGBTQ protected. ployees and provided training and area man- people will finally be guaranteed explicit, per- People like the legendary Bayard Rustin, agement. He also ingrained himself within the manent protection under the nation’s existing who organized the 1947 Journey of Reconcili- community by joining the several organiza- civil rights laws against discrimination in vital ation which inspired the Freedom Rides of the tions, including becoming a member of the areas of life, like employment, access to public 1960s and helped Dr. King organize the steering committee for the Monterey County spaces, housing, credit, education, jury serv- Southern Christian Leadership Conference Gang Task Force; serving as treasurer of the ice, and federally-funded programs. and who was the driving force behind the his- Monterey County Chief Law Enforcement Offi- It is unacceptable that in 31 states LGBTQ toric 1963 March on Washington. cers Association; joining the Board of Direc- people can get married on Sunday and remain Texas natives such as Sheryl Swoopes, a tors of the Monterey Rape Crisis Center; and at risk of being fired or evicted on Monday 3-time WNBA Most Valuable Player and participating in the esteemed Leadership Mon- simply because of who they are. champion for the Houston Comets, and former terey, a program aimed at providing the con- Mr. Speaker, this year marks the 48th Anni- Houston Mayor Annise Parker. tinuity of community stewardship. versary of the LGBTQ Civil Rights Movement, These leaders have set an example of what Throughout his entire career, Bill has been where activists such as Frank Kamney led the can happen when we lift the limits of inequality dedicated to the safety and welfare of Cali- struggle for the voices of the LGBTQ commu- and support our fellow Americans in their pur- fornia citizens, including his own family: three nity to be heard. suits of their inalienable rights. wonderful children, Stephen, Matthew and Ju- Frank Kamney’s courageous demonstrations Other members of the LGBTQ community liet, and his wife of twenty-four years, Steph- inspired others to resist mistreatment and we whose contributions have enriched American anie.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:40 Jun 03, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A02JN8.003 E02JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with REMARKS E748 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 2, 2017 Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to recognize the first female President of the New Orleans IN RECOGNITION OF CORLISS a distinguished law enforcement officer who Chapter of the NAACP in January 1975. UDOEMA has dedicated his life to supporting California After Hurricane Katrina, when Ms. Cole re- families. I ask my distinguished colleagues to fused to evacuate, she organized crews she HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK join me in recognizing a true public servant called the ‘‘Soul Patrol,’’ to go through her na- OF VIRGINIA who embodies the spirit and values of a com- tive 7th Ward and other neighborhoods, sav- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mitted law enforcement officer, and to con- ing people, feeding them and finding them Friday, June 2, 2017 gratulate him on a well-deserved and well- clothes, assistance and other relief. Ms. Cole earned retirement. housed numerous people at her home on Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise to f North Dorgenois Street that some people re- recognize my constituent, Corliss Udoema, ferred to it as Recovery Camp Dorgenois. who is a successful entrepreneur and holds RECOGNIZING THE 15TH INTER- the unique distinction of being selected as the NATIONAL FESTIVAL OF LAN- On December 6, 2005, Ms. Cole was one of 2017 Virginia Small Business Person of the GUAGE AND CULTURE the representatives from New Orleans invited Year by the U.S. Small Business Administra- to testify before the House Select Committee tion (SBA). HON. HENRY CUELLAR on Hurricane Katrina. Ms. Cole spoke passion- Corliss began her career in the federal gov- OF TEXAS ately of the disgraceful lack of assistance in ernment, where she worked with the U.S. Ma- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the aftermath of the storm and the racial dis- rine Corps, Department of the Navy, and the Friday, June 2, 2017 crimination that flowed in the city. Department of the Army. Then after a suc- cessful 32-year career with the federal govern- Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Ms. Cole loved the city and the people of ment, Corliss started Contract Solutions, Inc. commemorate the 15th International Festival New Orleans. Her legacy will forever be a part (CSI) in 2006. CSI is a small business whose of Language and Culture (IFLC). of the city and her dedication to community For the past 14 years, the IFLC has been embodies the spirit of New Orleans. Ms. mission is to assist federal, state and local showcasing both the diversity of our world and Cole’s survivors include a son, Byron Cole; a governments, private for-profit and non-profit the talent of our youth. The IFLC draws par- sister, Audrey Jackson; six grandchildren; and clients, by offering professional staffing and ticipants from over 160 countries, with over two great grandchildren. management support services. Since its incep- tion, CSI has thrived, as it has evolved from 1,000 student performers each year at numer- Mr. Speaker, I celebrate the life and legacy a one-person company to a multi-million-dollar ous regional events across the globe. This of Ms. Dyan Hamilton French Cole, a beloved business. CSI has proven to be a model for year the IFLC will be hosting 100 students and mother, sister, grandmother, great-grand- other businesses to emulate, which is why in their teachers from 20 different countries in mother, and example to aspiring community 2013 it was chosen to participate in the U.S. our nation’s capital. activists everywhere. In its 15th year, Washington, D.C. will be Small Business Administration’s esteemed Mentor-Prote´ge´ Program, designed to enable one of many world capitals co-hosting this f international event. In honor of this year’s successful companies to develop strong theme, ‘‘Universal Compassion,’’ students will HONORING JOHN REED FOR 75 prote´ge´ firms by providing newer firms still in exhibit their culture and traditions through po- YEARS OF SERVICE TO THE their nascent with various forms of business etry, songs, and dances as an expression of DAVENPORT HOTEL development assistance. friendship, optimism, and hope. In a world of I am impressed by Corliss’s dedication and conflict and despair, this special event shows how in just a mere decade she has trans- that celebrating diversity and peaceful coexist- HON. CATHY McMORRIS RODGERS formed CSI from a small startup business into ence is possible, and that we can come to- a tremendous success and engine of eco- OF WASHINGTON gether around our shared humanity. nomic growth. Starting and operating any I want to congratulate the students, parents, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES small business, let alone one as successful as teachers, and volunteers of IFLC for their ef- CSI, is an incredibly arduous process, as forts. This event will continue to show the Friday, June 2, 2017 small business owners face many challenges and obstacles. The success of CSI is a testi- world that we can live and work together for Mrs. MCMORRIS RODGERS. Mr. Speaker, a better future. mony to Corliss’s hard work, commitment, and I rise today to recognize Mr. John Reed of innovative ideas. In addition to her extensive Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have the op- Spokane, WA for his 75 years of service to portunity to recognize the 15th IFLC. and distinguished career in the federal govern- the historic Davenport Hotel. ment and private sector, Corliss has always f John has been putting smiles on faces of found time to serve her community. She is the HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY those who come in and out of the Davenport founder and president of Agape Love in Ac- OF MS. DYAN HAMILTON Hotel for generations. He started working at tion, a nonprofit organization which provides FRENCH COLE the Davenport Hotel in 1943, at the age of 13, support for those in need, and serves as a as a busboy in the Italian Gardens. Louis Dav- minister at Mount Olive Baptist Church in Cen- HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND enport, the owner, taught him how to set up a treville, Virginia. OF LOUISIANA table. His hard work and commitment provided Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES him with an opportunity to become the door- Corliss Udoema for her extraordinary achieve- man for the hotel, a position which he still ment. I look forward to her ongoing contribu- Friday, June 2, 2017 holds at the age of 87. When asked if he tions to Prince William County’s diverse and Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today plans to retire his response is ‘‘not any time innovative small business community and I to honor the life of Ms. Dyan Hamilton French soon.’’ wish her the best in her future endeavors. Cole, a New Orleans native and well known f community and civil rights activist. Ms. Cole, Both local residents and guests of the Dav- affectionately known as ‘‘Mama D,’’ passed enport can’t help but smile when they are HONORING TANNER COOK away on May 20, 2017, at the age of 72. greeted by John, who wears a three piece Ms. Cole was a lifelong New Orleanian, and suit, complete with a long red coat and black HON. SAM GRAVES graduated from Joseph S. Clark High School. top hat to work. He has greeted John F. Ken- nedy, Bobby Kennedy, and George H.W. Bush OF MISSOURI She was a relentless community activist, who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES would frequently attend city council meetings in his time with the hotel and has said, ‘‘I or other places where elected leaders were enjoy being a doorman here and meeting and Friday, June 2, 2017 gathered to advocate for quality housing, greeting people, and I’m proud to be a part of Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I recreation, and justice. Nearly every day, she the Davenport.’’ proudly pause to recognize Tanner Cook. Tan- headed to Orleans Parish Criminal District Today, the Davenport will honor John with a ner is a very special young man who has ex- Court to advocate for young black men who board room in his name. His legacy and com- emplified the finest qualities of citizenship and were appearing in court that day. mitment to service will live on through this leadership by taking an active part in the Boy Ms. Cole is best known for her support of naming and his smile will always be remem- Scouts of America, Troop 1376, and earning the Stalling Gentilly Playground and serving as bered. the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:24 Sep 20, 2017 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\RECORD17\JUNE\E02JN7.REC E02JN7 June 2, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E749 Tanner has been very active with his troop, mentorship and educational workshops. The Patrol Leader and earned the rank of Warrior participating in many scout activities. Over the small businesses that earn the SCORE Small in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Landon has also many years Tanner has been involved with Business Award ‘‘have demonstrated unique contributed to his community through his scouting, he has not only earned numerous vision, innovation and achievement in support Eagle Scout project. Landon constructed a merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- of America’s economy and small business boardwalk path in the Parkville Nature Sanc- ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Tan- community.’’ tuary in Parkville, Missouri, to help preserve a ner has served his troop as the Den Chief, be- Substitooth Fairy deserves this designation. muddy section of the trail. come a Brotherhood member of the Order of When dental practices are short-staffed, they Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in the Arrow, and earned the rank of Brave in the provide them with supplementary dental pro- commending Landon Beyer for his accom- Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Tanner has also contrib- fessionals. This allows those practices to plishments with the Boy Scouts of America uted to his community through his Eagle Scout maintain an efficient office, keep patients and for his efforts put forth in achieving the project. Tanner led a team in designing and happy, and also creates new employment op- highest distinction of Eagle Scout. constructing an outdoor worship center at Anti- portunities for dental professionals. f och Community Church in Kansas City, Mis- I congratulate Substitooth Fairy on their RECOGNIZING PARTICIPANTS AND souri, leveling the area with paving stones, award. I am proud to serve them and the MEMBERS OF THE D.C. CONGRES- building a retaining wall, 15 benches, fire pit, other small businesses in Pennsylvania’s 7th SIONAL ART COMPETITION COM- and a walking path to the worship center. District. MITTEE AND JURY Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in f commending Tanner Cook for his accomplish- ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for RECOGNIZING FOOD BANK OF THE HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON his efforts put forth in achieving the highest SOUTHERN TIER OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA distinction of Eagle Scout. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f HON. TOM REED Friday, June 2, 2017 OF NEW YORK TRIBUTE TO GAIL BAXTER Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ask the House of Representatives to join me ´ Friday, June 2, 2017 in recognizing the D.C. students who sub- HON. LINDA T. SANCHEZ mitted artwork for the annual D.C. Congres- OF CALIFORNIA Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- sional Art Competition. I also seek recognition IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gratulate Food Bank of the Southern Tier for for the members of the committee who volun- Friday, June 2, 2017 being named Food Bank of the Year by Feed- teered to make this event a success, as well ´ ing America. as the competition jurors—members of the Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Feeding America is the nation’s largest do- celebrate the lifelong service and success of community who judged the students’ artwork. mestic hunger-relief organization, and Food The competition will take place tomorrow, Sat- Gail Baxter, the Superintendent of South Whit- Bank of the Year is the highest honor that it tier School District, in my Congressional Dis- urday, June 3, 2017 at the Washington Center confers on a member organization. Food Bank for Internships and Academic Seminars. trict in California. of the Southern Tier is the smallest food bank The description of Mrs. Baxter you’d hear The Congressional Art Competition has ever to receive this honor, and also the first in from those who know her best is that of a taken place in all Congressional districts since New York. humble visionary whose inspirational leader- 1982 to encourage students interested in par- Food Bank of the Southern Tier distributes ship has empowered the students she serves ticipating in the arts. This year, my office re- food and grocery products to people in need to achieve beyond their dreams. She has ceived 120 submissions from students in throughout six counties in upstate New York been the catalyst for a 21st century trans- grades 8–12 from public, charter, and private through a network of more than 160 partner formation for South Whittier. Throughout her schools across the District. agencies. It also administers several direct twenty-seven year career serving as an ele- The members of the D.C. Congressional Art service food distribution programs. mentary school principal, Director of Special Competition committee are from a variety of Food Bank of the Southern Tier was estab- Education Programs, Associate Super- backgrounds in the community—academia, lished in 1981 and continues to strive toward intendent of Educational Services, and eventu- small business and local government. I am its mission of working together to build and ally Superintendent, Mrs. Baxter led the effort happy to recognize the following committee sustain a hunger-free community, distributing to incorporate new technologies into every dis- members for their tireless work in putting to- over 11 million pounds of food and grocery trict classroom to prepare students for the fu- gether this year’s Congressional Art Competi- items in 2016 alone. ture they face. Always pushing the envelope, tion: I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu- Mrs. Baxter intertwined a core curriculum with Thomas Atkins, is a former member of my lating Food Bank of the Southern Tier for the changing technologies of the day. staff who has continued to serve as an advisor being named Food Bank of the Year for its Mrs. Baxter is the type of public servant we each year for this competition. We depend on outstanding and dedicated service to the com- need in education, someone who promotes Mr. Atkins because of his background and munity of the Southern Tier of New York. strong collaboration between educators and know-how in supervising our art competition parents to inspire students to achieve. It is in f when he was on our staff. Yaida Ford, an attorney for Ford Law Pros that spirit that, on behalf of all the families HONORING LANDON BEYER who’ve benefitted from her service, I wish Gail P.C., has been a valued presence in our art a happy retirement and thank her for inspiring competition in the past, and has come through generations of students in the South Whittier HON. SAM GRAVES yet again this year. She ensures that her firm School District. OF MISSOURI can purchase valuable and useful gifts for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES winners. f Tiffani Gomez, of Blick Art Materials, helps Friday, June 2, 2017 IN RECOGNITION OF SUBSTITOOTH run art drives for the competition and gets the FAIRY Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I word out to students who may not have heard proudly pause to recognize Landon Beyer. about the competition from our office. She was HON. PATRICK MEEHAN Landon is a very special young man who has particularly helpful in getting out the word on exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship OF PENNSYLVANIA social media. and leadership by taking an active part in the Jennifer Littrell, Program Lead at Children’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Boy Scouts of America, Troop 1333, and earn- National Health System, is particularly helpful Friday, June 2, 2017 ing the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. in getting the word out for the competition via Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Landon has been very active with his troop, creative flyers and other publications. congratulate Substitooth Fairy in Delaware participating in many scout activities. Over the Patricia O. Mitchell is a Senior Systems De- County, Pennsylvania for earning a Chester many years Landon has been involved with veloper for Amtrak. I have known Patricia for and Delaware County SCORE 2017 Small scouting, he has not only earned numerous many years and she has done essential work Business Award. merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- for the committee. Ms. Mitchell helps the com- SCORE is a non-profit organization that ily, peers, and community. Most notably, mittee reach out to food vendors for the recep- helps small businesses by providing them with Landon has served his troop as the Senior tion.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:40 Jun 03, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A02JN8.009 E02JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with REMARKS E750 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 2, 2017 Greg Scott is the Gallery & Exhibition Coor- dents access the Social Security benefits that tling Hall of Fame. Mr. Glabb’s tremendous ef- dinator for the Children’s National Health Sys- they earned. Mr. El-Amin excelled in this posi- forts are not left unnoticed and his accolades tem. Our office partners with Children’s Na- tion and has served in a variety of key posi- are well-deserved. More important than his tional and they regularly hang the artwork of tions in the Midwest, including as Operations awards is his impact, which made our commu- the student participants. Mr. Scott is also a cu- Supervisor and District Manager in the SSA’s nity a better place. rator and will be very helpful in the setup of Chicago office. Since 2012, Mr. El-Amin has Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Mr. the event. worked as Area Director for Metro Detroit, Glabb and the positive impact he has made Zoma Wallace, Art Bank Coordinator for the where he oversees the operation of 22 offices on the Santa Ana community. D.C. Commission on the Arts and Humanities, in Southeast Michigan and in the greater To- helps with day-to-day logistics for this event. ledo area. During this time, he has overseen f Her work and input is so valued that she also a modernization of many of the SSA’s serv- serves as a juror. Ms. Wallace held this dual ices, including promoting increased use of on- HONORING THE VIETNAM VET- role last year, and we are happy to have her line filing and eServices to facilitate improved ERANS OF AMERICA CHAPTER on both teams again. service for Metro Detroit and its residents. 400 The following individuals served as jurors— Mr. El-Amin’s work has been key to ensur- judging the students’ artwork and selecting the ing that the SSA is able to meet the increased HON. BARBARA LEE winners. I am deeply grateful to have each of demands of the Midwest region. As Area Di- them, for bringing their unique perspectives rector, Mr. El-Amin oversaw the work of over OF CALIFORNIA and individual talents to the panel: 450 employees whose tireless efforts played a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Iwan Bagus is a photographer and professor crucial role in the evolution of the SSA. He Friday, June 2, 2017 at the University of the District of Columbia has also been actively involved in the agen- and American University. We are fortunate cy’s recruitment efforts and mentorship pro- Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor that Mr. Bagus has been serving on this com- grams, which have been critical to attracting a the extraordinary men and women from Oak- petition’s jury for many years and also helps new generation of talented public officials. Ad- land who gave their lives serving our country secure prizes for the winners. ditionally, Mr. El-Amin has served as the Ex- in the Vietnam War. I recognize their invalu- Aaron Bryant, Mellon Curator of Photog- ecutive Liaison for the SSA Chicago Region’s able sacrifice and offer my gratitude for their raphy at Smithsonian National Museum of Afri- Black Advisory Affairs Council, which advises bravery during a contentious time in American can American History and Culture, has been the Commissioner of Social Security on issues history. serving on the jury for the last two years. important to the SSA’s African American em- Unfortunately, Vietnam veterans have not From his extensive work in the humanities, Mr. ployees. Mr. El-Amin’s experience and per- received the proper recognition for their serv- Bryant brings a wealth of knowledge as a spective will be missed as he retires from the ice. Prejudice overshadowed praise, as many judge this year. SSA after a long and distinguished career. of the stigmas associated with the war wrong- Sarah Muse, Creative Coordinator for the Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me fully biased the public against the soldiers. Smithsonian American Art Museum, is a new in honoring Mr. Maurice El-Amin for his work Veterans have endured decades of misplaced member of the jury for 2017. We are happy to on behalf of the Social Security Administration. criticism, blame and ignorance—this must be have her expertise on our judging panel this Mr. El-Amin’s public service has played a sig- corrected. year. nificant role in helping the SSA effectively It is time that we, as Americans, give these Kevin Nunley is Vice-President of Student serve Americans throughout the country. brave veterans the commendation they de- Affairs at The Washington Center. Our office f serve. We must honor those who made the ul- enjoys a special partnership with The Wash- timate sacrifice to preserve our freedom and TRIBUTE TO MR. SCOTT GLABB ington Center, which has hosted the event for that of our country. It is critical that we ac- the last two years at their venue. knowledge the important servicemen and Jack Rasmussen is Director and Curator of HON. J. LUIS CORREA women, as they are fundamental to the pres- the American University Museum at the OF CALIFORNIA ervation of our democracy. Katzen Arts Center, and is also a new mem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Since 1979, the Vietnam Veterans of Amer- ber of the 2017 jury. We are fortunate to have Friday, June 2, 2017 ica has served to support and advocate on be- his expertise and insight as a judge this year. half of this generation of Veterans. The organi- Mr. CORREA. Mr. Speaker, I’d like to take Lissa Rosenthal-Yoffe is Executive Director zation has worked tenaciously to promote a few moments today to honor one of my con- at D.C. Arts and Humanities Education Col- greater public awareness of the issues sur- stituents, Mr. Scott Glabb, for his contributions laborative and has been generous in serving rounding Vietnam-era veterans in attempts to to Orange County youth over the last twenty on the jury for the last two years. reform the public’s general perceptions. The I ask the House of Representatives to join years. Mr. Glabb has been an important figure as VVA has given veterans a voice in our govern- me in recognizing the committee members, ju- ment, advocating on behalf of the injured, ill, rors, participants and winners in this year’s a teacher and wrestling coach at Santa Ana High School. After wrestling in college for Pa- and all others in need. By holding government Congressional Art Competition. agencies accountable, the VVA ensures equi- f cific University and Eastern Washington Uni- versity, Mr. Glabb took his talents to Santa table and beneficial policies for this generation IN RECOGNITION OF MAURICE EL- Ana High School in 1990, where he became and those past. AMIN FOR HIS DISTINGUISHED a teacher and head wrestling coach. As someone whose father served in the CAREER WITH THE SOCIAL SECU- Leading by example, Mr. Glabb’s dedication Army, organizations like the VVA are incred- RITY ADMINISTRATION has led Santa Ana High School to the Cali- ibly important to me. I personally understand fornia Interscholastic Federation (CIF) Cham- the sacrifices that these men and women HON. DEBBIE DINGELL pionships year after year. Mr. Glabb also make on a daily basis and believe they de- serve my utmost respect. OF MICHIGAN coached two individual National High School I commend the Vietnam Veterans of Amer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Champions: Tony Perez in 1998, and Jose Leon in 1999. He had similar success through ica for installing the Vietnam War memorial Friday, June 2, 2017 coaching two female Wrestling State Cham- honoring the 100 men from Oakland who were Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pions: Lizette Tenorio in 2009, and Berenice killed in action. This monument will serve as recognize Mr. Maurice El-Amin for his out- Blanco in 2012. an important reminder of the sacrifices made standing career with the Social Security Ad- Mr. Glabb focused on more than winning, to assure our freedom and the freedom of oth- ministration. Mr. El-Amin has served the SSA and has always made an effort to better his ers. The memorial will help properly com- with distinction during his career with the students. He has taken kids from a chal- memorate not only Vietnam Veterans, but all agency. lenging neighborhood and made them leaders. who dedicate their lives to serve and protect Mr. El-Amin has compiled an outstanding Because of his guidance, many have gone on us on a daily basis. record of public service during his 33-year ca- to pursue higher education. On behalf of the 13th District, I thank the reer with the SSA. He began his career with Recently, Mr. Glabb was inducted into both Vietnam Veterans of America for its dedication the agency as a Claims Representative in the California’s Chapter National Wrestling to aiding and bettering the lives of well-deserv- Dearborn, Michigan, where he helped resi- Hall of Fame and the California State Wres- ing Veterans in America.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 02:12 Jun 03, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A02JN8.014 E02JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with REMARKS June 2, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E751 IN RECOGNITION OF KATIE and sustainable growth. Thea began working scouting, he has not only earned numerous SIMMONS HICKEY for the AFL–CIO in March 1997 as the Assist- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- ant Director for the Trade Task Force, and ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Kollin HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK was subsequently promoted to the positions of has served his troop as the Patrol Leader, be- OF VIRGINIA Director of Public Policy, Chief International come a Brotherhood member of the Order of the Arrow, and earned the rank of Warrior in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Economist and Deputy Chief of Staff. Thea led the fight against harmful trade the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Kollin has also con- Friday, June 2, 2017 agreements and policies negotiated in a man- tributed to his community through his Eagle Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would like ner damaging to working people’s interests, in- Scout project. Kollin led a team in restoring a to take this time to acknowledge one of my cluding the North American Free Trade agree- section of trail in the Green Hills of Platte constituents, Kate Simmons Hickey, for her ment, the Central American Free Trade Agree- Wildlife Preserve in Parkville, Missouri, laying exemplary leadership and steadfast commit- ment, Permanent Normal Trade Relations with down mulch for a two hundred foot portion of ment in her efforts to raise awareness for Leu- China, the World Trade Organization; the the trail. kemia and Lymphoma. She got involved with U.S.-Colombia Free Trade Agreement, the Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society in 2015 U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement, the U.S.- commending Kollin Lars Williamson for his ac- when she learned bout the Man and Woman China BIT, and many others. complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- of the Year campaign. That year she was Her work was instrumental to the defeat of ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the named the LLS Woman of the Year for the the Trans-Pacific Partnership, the Free Trade highest distinction of Eagle Scout. National Capital Area and the First National Agreement of the Americas, and the Multilat- f Runner Up. eral Investment Agreement—harmful trade HONORING MAUDY SIMPSON- Ms. Hickey, a lifelong resident of Great Falls agreements that would have advanced profits WRIGHT and Langley High School graduate, was in- over people and the planet. spired to work with the Leukemia and She has testified on behalf of America’s HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Lymphoma Society after her father-in-law, working people before both the U.S. House of OF MISSISSIPPI Marty, passed away and her best friend went Representatives and the U.S. Senate. And, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES into remission from Lymphoma. She became she has contributed valued work to the con- involved in the Man and Woman of the Year versation around fair trade, including co-au- Friday, June 2, 2017 campaign, which is a national 10-week fund- thoring A Field Guide the Global Economy. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- raising competition, and two years ago, Ms. She has often made the case for a fair and er, I rise today to honor a remarkable hero, Hickey raised $280,000 within that time frame, inclusive economy—eloquently and passion- Maudy Simpson-Wright. making her the second highest fundraiser in ately on the PBS News Hour, CNN, Good Maudy Simpson-Wright as born September the nation and the strongest fundraiser in our Morning America, and NPR’s All Things Con- 22, 1954 to the late Leroy and Annie Bell region. Today, she has assumed a leadership sidered among others. In 2013, she was Simpson in Sumner, MS. She was the first role at the LLS and is responsible for picking named a ‘‘Top Lobbyist’’ by The Hill. born of twelve children. She faced many chal- Woman and Man of the Year candidates. Thea has fought to ensure that all workers lenges in her up-rearing, but thanks to God Each year she aims to raise $2.5 million in the around the globe are treated with dignity and she had a praying mother and grandparents 10-week period, and I commend her for her afforded fundamental labor rights as recog- (Clarence & Maudy Roby) of Minter City, MS. leadership and dedication to the LLS. nized by the International Labor Organization. In 1960, she moved to Falcon, MS and lived Along with her efforts with the LLS, Ms. And, she has mobilized workers, helping turn with her uncle. Later that year, Maudy’s moth- Hickey is also heavily involved in her local out thousands of working people to protest un- er met an married Lonzo Smith and moved into a new home. Maudy graduated in 1968 community. She currently serves on the Cele- just WTO polices at ‘‘The Battle in Seattle.’’ from Falcon Elementary School and graduated brate Great Falls Board of Directors, an orga- The AFL–CIO sets a national standard in in 1972 from Quitman County High School. nization which for nearly 20 years has been the fight for working Americans, in large part She attended Miller-Hawkins-Business Col- responsible for planning community events because of Thea’s work. She has left her lege, Memphis, TN from August 1972–July mark on this outstanding organization and a and preserving many long time traditions in 1973. Great Falls. legacy that will continue to inspire others to Her mother became sick and she came Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join ensure that fair trade benefits working Ameri- back home to take care of her. Sadly she me in extending our sincerest congratulations cans. Her career should encourage all elected passed away in December of 1983; this was to Ms. Hickey for all the work she has done officials to continue to focus on building a bet- heart-breaking for all twelve children left with- for LLS and the Great Falls community. I wish ter, stronger, more inclusive economy for all out a mother, but Maudy’s grandmother her all the best in her future endeavors. the people of the United States. stepped up to the plate. f We are honored to stand today to extend In August 1973, she was blessed with a job our heartfelt thanks and congratulations to HONORING THEA MEI LEE, DEP- as a secretary at Falcon Elementary School Thea Lee for her outstanding leadership and where she remained for 22 years until the UTY CHIEF OF STAFF FOR THE good work as well as our very best wishes for school closed. The school then moved to AFL–CIO ON THE OCCASION OF many more years of health and happiness as Southside Elementary where she worked five HER RETIREMENT she enjoys her retirement. more years and retired. Maud would later hold f positions at the Grand Casino, Coahoma HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO Community College, QCDO Daycare, and the HONORING KOLLIN LARS OF CONNECTICUT Quitman County Sheriff Department. Currently, WILLIAMSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she is a Parent Coordinator at Quitman Coun- Friday, June 2, 2017 ty Middle School. HON. SAM GRAVES She is a graduate of Coahoma Community Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on OF MISSOURI College and Mississippi Valley State Univer- behalf of myself, and my colleagues PETER A. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sity. She has also completed coursework at DEFAZIO, DEBBIE DINGELL, MARCY KAPTUR, Friday, June 2, 2017 Tougaloo College. BARBARA LEE, SANDER M. LEVIN, JAMES P. She met and married Mr. Booker Wright, Jr. MCGOVERN, BILL PASCRELL JR., MARK POCAN, Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I in 2004. She has one son, Daryel Levon and ROBERT C. ‘‘BOBBY’’ SCOTT. It is our honor proudly pause to recognize Kollin Lars Toles, and one granddaughter, Desiree Or- to rise today to join the many family, friends, Williamson. Kollin is a very special young man ange, whom she loves very much. Together, and colleagues in extending our deepest who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- they have many grandchildren, nieces, neph- thanks and appreciation to Thea Mei Lee, as zenship and leadership by taking an active ews, cousins and other parent’s children. She she marks her retirement as Deputy Chief of part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop is a member of New St. John MB Church, Staff at the AFL–CIO. 1333, and earning the most prestigious award Darling, MS under the leadership of Pastor Over the past twenty years, Thea has made of Eagle Scout. Jimmy Jones. an indelible impact on the AFL–CIO, fighting Kollin has been very active with his troop, Maudy loves Psalms 23, because of what it for trade and economic policies for working participating in many scout activities. Over the states: ‘‘The Lord is my Shepherd and I shall families that would promote shared prosperity many years Kollin has been involved with not want.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:40 Jun 03, 2017 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A02JN8.018 E02JNPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBV9HB2PROD with REMARKS E752 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 2, 2017 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me tician, prisoner of war and military tactician HONORING JACK SCHLEETER in recognizing Mrs. Maudy Simpson-Wright, who was selected by George Washington to because she is definitely the epitome of an carry out a difficult campaign against Brit- ish forces and Loyalists in what was then the HON. SAM GRAVES unsung hero. borderlands of New York and Pennsylvania. f Sullivan was a towering figure who believed OF MISSOURI in the American experiment and rejected the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF ELITE entreaties of the British to lure him to their PUREED MEALS side. He had his feet planted firmly in the Friday, June 2, 2017 soil of this continent. During the Civil War, New York provided Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I HON. PATRICK MEEHAN more men and munitions to the Union cause proudly pause to recognize Jack Schleeter. OF PENNSYLVANIA than any other state. But it was Sullivan Jack is a very special young man who has ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES County that let the men march. Over 80 per- emplified the finest qualities of citizenship and Friday, June 2, 2017 cent of all the leather goods used by the leadership by taking an active part in the Boy Union side where conditioned in the tanning Scouts of America, Troop 1376, and earning Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to vats of Sullivan County, including Monti- the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. congratulate Elite Pureed Meals of Broomall, cello’s 143rd Infantry Regiment. It has been Pennsylvania for earning a Chester and Dela- said with justification that ‘‘the Civil War Jack has been very active with his troop, ware County SCORE 2017 Small Business was won with boots tanned in Sullivan Coun- participating in many scout activities. Over the Award. ty.’’ Each step of the journey to preserve the many years Jack has been involved with Union and destroy the evil of slavery began scouting, he has not only earned numerous SCORE is a non-profit organization that here. helps small businesses by providing them with merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- Here at the Veterans Cemetery, we have a ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Jack mentorship and educational workshops. Small visual reminder in the form of Sgt. Kenneth businesses that earn a SCORE award ‘‘have Von Ronn’s M60A3 tank. Sgt. Von Ronn was has served his troop as an Assistant Senior demonstrated unique vision, innovation and killed in action in Operation Iraqi Freedom. Patrol Leader, become a member of the Order achievement in support of America’s economy He was laid to rest in this place, downhill of the Arrow, and earned the rank of Warrior and small business community.’’ from his tank, fittingly inscribed on the in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. Jack has also con- Elite Pureed Meals deserves this designa- marker as a ‘‘trooper and his mount.’’ The tributed to his community through his Eagle vehicle today stands guard for all those here, tion. Colleen McCloskey was inspired to cre- Scout project. Jack constructed two 8 x 12 opposing America’s enemies for all eternity. foot planters outside St. Stephen Lutheran ate Elite Pureed Meals while she operated an At Arlington National Cemetery, the 3rd in-home care service. She witnessed a client US Infantry, the Old Guard, adorns thou- Church in Liberty, Missouri, filling the planters lose a dangerous amount of weight due to sands upon thousands of rows of headstones with 6 bushes and 24 perennials. swallowing difficulties and the unappealing with American flags each Memorial Day. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in food prepared for someone with that symptom. Each austere monument stands in perfect commending Jack Schleeter for his accom- Colleen knew how important it was for him to symmetry with the next. This is an act of plishments with the Boy Scouts of America gratitude to each individual warrior and the and for is efforts put forth in achieving the have access to nutritious and appealing nation as a whole. meals. She dedicated her small business to Memorial Day is an enduring reminder of highest distinction of Eagle Scout. securing that access. Elite Pureed Meals pre- those who gave their lives for our nation. We pares and delivers frozen pureed meals to live in a time when only a small percentage f those with swallowing disorders, helping them of American families have someone who is maintain a balanced diet and stay healthy. serving on either active duty or in the re- TRIBUTE TO MRS. CECILIA I congratulate Elite Pureed Meals on their serves. As such, it is all the more important LAIDEMITT that we gather together on this solemn day award. I am proud to serve them and the to honor their sacrifice other small businesses in Pennsylvania’s 7th So too on this day, our obligation is not HON. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ District. just to remember. It is also to teach our chil- OF CALIFORNIA f dren and grandchildren that our liberty is more than just the words of the Declaration IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SULLIVAN COUNTY VETERANS of Independence, and the Constitution and CEMETERY its Bill of Rights. Those documents are the Friday, June 2, 2017 foundation stones of our system of govern- ´ ment and the truth that governments derive Ms. SANCHEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. JOHN J. FASO their powers from the people and not the celebrate Mrs. Cecilia Laidemitt, the Associate OF NEW YORK other way around. And further that the in- Superintendent of Personnel and Administra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES alienable rights we enjoy as a free people tive Services for the South Whittier School come from God and not from government. District. After a dedicated and impactful 52 Friday, June 2, 2017 But none of this would be possible without years with the district, Mrs. Laidemitt is retiring Mr. FASO. Mr. Speaker, I include in the the sacrifice of those we remember today. In- at the end of this school year. scribed on statuary at the National Archives RECORD a speech I delivered at the Sullivan building in Washington is the phrase ‘‘Eter- Mrs. Laidemitt is appreciated and admired County Veterans Cemetery on May 29, 2017. nal Vigilance is the Price of Liberty.’’ We by many in this community, and has set a high Ladies and gentlemen, distinguished hosts, need to constantly remind ourselves that bar for those to follow her. From a young age, our Gold Star Mothers, and all honored freedom is not free. Our liberties are guaran- Mrs. Laidemitt knew teaching was her dream. guests: Thank you for gathering here with us teed us by our Constitution and Bill of She attended Whittier College, and later re- on this observance of Memorial Day. It is my Rights; but they were also made possible by great privilege and distinct honor to speak ceived her teaching credentials and began her the determination of miltiple generations of career at Los Altos Elementary School. to you today. Americans who answered their nation’s call Memorial Day. A day of remembrance to and who defended our liberties to the last Over the years she has served in a number our fallen soldiers. A day when all Ameri- breath on the fields of battle. of roles including teacher, principal, and Direc- cans are reminded of those who gave their We stand on the shoulders of the fallen tor of Curriculum. In each position she has lives to defend our freedoms. This is perhaps today. We owe them our eternal gratitude; brought her inspiring attitude and passion for best honored by the phrase uttered by Abra- our respect; and that their collective sac- learning. Mrs. Laidemitt often stated how she ham Lincoln at Gettysburg. They gave to rifice is forever etched onto our collective the cause of liberty, he said, ‘‘their last full memories. ‘‘loved seeing the light go on for students.’’ measure of devotion.’’ I recently read a quote attributed to the And it’s this passion that has made her suc- Here in the 19th Congressional District, son of a U.S. soldier killed in Afghanistan. cessful and cherished. the history of our Sullivan County neighbors He said of his father: ‘‘His life was not taken: Her dedication and hard work has not gone has made an everlasting contribution to the It was given, to his country.’’ unnoticed in the community; she is beloved by priciples of self-sacrifice, patriotism and His life was not taken: it was given, so that freedom we commemorate each Memorial others can live in freedom and liberty. That all she encounters. A truly admirable public Day. truly sums up what we should always re- servant, I wish Mrs. Laidemitt a happy and Sullivan County is the namesake of Major member about those we honor on Memorial well-deserved retirement. You are an inspira- General John Sullivan, an officer of the Rev- Day. May God bless our fallen soldiers and tion to us all, and your wisdom and kindness olutionary War. Sullivan was a lawyer, poli- may God bless the United States of America. will be greatly missed.

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OF VIRGINIA cause in less than 150 days, President Trump By 2030, climate change is expected to lead has done more to damage relations with our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to 48,000 more children under the age of 15 allies and the standing of the United States in dying from diarrheal disease in 2030, primarily Friday, June 2, 2017 the world than all of his predecessors com- in Asia and sub-Saharan Africa. Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise to bined. And in the world’s poorest regions, where recognize an extraordinary Veterans Service On his maiden trip abroad as the leader of the disease burden is disproportionately high, Officer (VSO) in Northern Virginia, Kristin the United States, Trump embarrassed our children will be the most affected by climate Weaver, for the incredible impact she has had country and alienated our allies by failing to change influenced infectious diseases such as on individuals, families, and communities in affirm our commitment to Article 5 of the malaria, dengue fever, West Nile virus, Virginia’s 10th District and beyond. NATO charter which regards an attack on any chikungunya, Lyme disease, Rocky Mountain Ms. Weaver is currently an American Legion NATO member as an attack on all of them. spotted fever, diarrheal illness, amebic Veterans Service Officer, representing the Driving a wedge between the United States meningoencephalitis and coccidioidomycosis. 16th District in Virginia, which includes the Cit- and its European allies has been the long The President has often questioned the ies of Manassas and Manassas Park and the sought strategic objective of the Russians value of the Paris Agreement but has yet to counties of Culpeper, Fauquier, Loudoun, since the formation of NATO in 1949. provide any scientific or empirical basis to re- Compounding his disastrous performance at Prince William, Rappahannock and Stafford. In ject the consensus of experts that human ac- the NATO summit, the President has now re- this role for the past 5 years, she has assisted tivity is a leading contributor to climate nounced America’s commitment to the land- 20 to 30 veterans per month on a variety of change. mark Paris Climate Agreement, which encour- issues, including helping with disability claims, Indeed, if the President had any legitimate ages all nations to set and reach national cli- assisting with health and/or financial issues, concerns regarding the efficacy of the Paris mate goals every five years. and more. Agreement, he could and should work with It is also important to note that in addition to The U.S. played the pivotal role in drafting the agreement, forging consensus, and secur- America’s partners to address and resolve the excellent services Ms. Weaver provides to them. veterans on a daily basis, she also places an ing the assent of 195 nations. In withdrawing from the agreement, Trump He has made no attempt to do so. importance on training other VSOs. In fact, has elected to place the United States in the According to a recent Gallup poll, 54 per- over the last five years she has trained ap- company of Syria and Nicaragua as the only cent of Americans believe that climate change proximately 350 VSOs in course work cov- countries not to accept by the Paris Agree- is a serious problem. ering all types of veterans’ benefits. Addition- ment. As a Member of Congress, I have always ally in that time, Ms. Weaver has gone above As U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham stated, by acted on the basis of facts and promoted poli- and beyond in her role, often opening her withdrawing from the Paris Agreement, Trump cies that are both aspirational and grounded in home on Saturdays to help as many veterans is affirming that ‘‘he believes climate change is reality. as possible. It is important that we recognize a hoax.’’ I have endeavored to always seek the truth and help our service members, military retir- Mr. Speaker, climate change is not a hoax by discerning what is real from what is fake. ees, and their families who have all made sac- invented by the Chinese, and the Paris Agree- And when it comes to the issue of climate rifices for our great country, and I am very ment is an example of America’s indispen- change, I have listened to the scientists. thankful for Ms. Weaver’s hard work. sable global leadership. The President’s isolated and short-sighted Her dedication to improving the lives of vet- Almost every credible scientific voice tells us view threatens to quash years of deliberation erans in Northern Virginia is evident through human activity has and continues to have a and work by corporate leaders, scientists, edu- her years of service. Mr. Speaker, I ask that dramatic impact on climate change. cators, social actors and others who work tire- my colleagues join me in thanking Ms. Kristen Moreover, scientists have warned that inac- lessly to protect the planet. Weaver for all she has done. I wish her the tion by the major industrialized nations of the Withdrawing from the Paris Agreement best as she continues her work helping vet- world could lead to global catastrophe. would be disastrous, not only because it jeop- erans and with all of her future endeavors. According to NASA researchers, 16 of the ardizes America’s status as a world leader, f 17 warmest years in the last 13 and a half but also because such action will undermine decades have occurred since 2001. DISAPPROVING PRESIDENT’S DECI- our competitiveness in the emerging clean-en- Evaporation patterns have shifted producing SION TO WITHDRAW FROM PARIS vironment global economy. more frequent and powerful storms. CLIMATE AGREEMENT According to studies, China is the world The United States is the world’s second leader in renewable energy investment, pour- largest contributor to carbon dioxide emissions HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE ing more than $78 billion into renewable en- in the atmosphere. ergy projects last year alone. OF TEXAS Experts say the resulting polluted runoff is In contrast, the United States invested less IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES degrading water quality. As the founder of the Congressional Chil- than $24 billion last year. Friday, June 2, 2017 dren’s Caucus, I believe we have a duty to Many jobs are at stake, and that means Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to leave the planet we inherited in better shape non-participation in the Paris Agreement could express my strong opposition to the Presi- for the generations that follow. undermine American economic interests. dent’s misguided, short-sighted, and disas- According to the American Academy of Pe- We cannot afford to be left behind as the trous decision to withdraw the United States diatrics (AAP), changing weather conditions is rest of the world moves toward a clean econ- from participation in the Paris Climate Agree- cited as one of the main causes of trauma to omy future. ment. children. A resounding bipartisan chorus has called Since the end of World War II, the United According to the AAP, between 2000 and for continued American observance of the States has proudly carried the mantle of global 2009, there have been three times as many Paris Agreement. leader off the international community. extreme weather events as occurred between From Republican and Democratic Gov- American leadership brought us the United 1980 and 1989 and that following climate-re- ernors to Members of Congress to our NATO Nations, the World Bank, the North Atlantic lated natural disasters, high numbers of chil- allies, the chorus of voices counseling against Treaty Organization, and the Marshall Plan, dren are found to exhibit symptoms of post- withdrawal continues to grow. which helped rebuild a continent decimated by traumatic stress disorder. Americans want their country to lead the war and secure a peace that has lasted for Children under one year of age are espe- battle against climate change and for a more than 70 years. cially vulnerable to heat-related climate healthy planet. As a senior member of Congress, a mem- change and there is more than a 90 percent The President needs to recognize that he ber of the Helsinki Commission, and member chance that by the end of the 21st century av- represents the entire country; not just the of the American delegation to the 80th Inter- erage summer temperature will exceed the Trump Organization. Parliamentary Meeting of European Union and highest temperatures yet recorded in many re- Trump needs to remember that he is the United States Legislators, one of my respon- gions. President of the United States of America.

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