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RECOGNIZING CARL LINDNER strong increase in funding for Alzheimer’s dis- IN APPRECIATION OF DR. ROBERT ease research for Fiscal Year 2015 that will MORRIS HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER enable the National Institutes of Health to ar- OF OHIO rive one step closer to finding a cure for this HON. SPENCER BACHUS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tragic disease. OF ALABAMA Thursday, December 11, 2014 Eleanor Ownbey is survived by her children IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- Maggie, Sue, Steven, and Mark and her Thursday, December 11, 2014 nize a very special person to our local area, grandchildren Jason, Summit, Netanya, Allie, and William ‘‘Finn.’’ I wish the Ownbey family Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to Carl Lindner, as the city of Cincinnati recently congratulate Dr. Robert Morris, a Board cer- moved to adorn one of its downtown streets all the best in their future endeavors and ex- press my deepest gratitude for their advocacy tified Ophthalmologist, a founding physician of with Mr. Lindner’s name. Retina Specialists of Alabama, and the Presi- Mr. Lindner spent a lifetime making the on behalf of the millions of families whose loved ones suffer from Alzheimer’s disease. dent of the Helen Keller Foundation for Re- Queen City the best place on earth to live and search and Education. Dr. Morris also serves raise a family. I cannot think of a better place f as Chairman of the International Society of to honor him than on the streets of the city he Ocular Trauma and an Associate of Clinical loved and worked so hard to make better for REMEMBERING AND HONORING Professor of Ophthalmology at the University us and for our children. SALVATORE FERRARA II of Alabama at Birmingham. He was a wonderful man, and, more impor- Dr. Morris, an outstanding professional and tantly, a good friend to so many of us. It’s for true humanitarian, is a leader in promoting these reasons that our community is so very HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI better eyesight and vision care in Alabama grateful, and I ask all Members of the House and throughout the nation. It has been my to join me as we celebrate Carl Lindner’s leg- OF ILLINOIS honor to collaborate with him on a number of acy. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES projects during my tine in Congress. f Dr. Morris’ strong devotion to his patients Thursday, December 11, 2014 TRIBUTE TO ELEANOR OWNBEY and craft is evidenced by his ability to inno- vate new medical techniques including Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Vitreoretinal surgery while simultaneously honor the life of Salvatore Ferrara II who HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF managing a large clinical practice. He regu- OF CALIFORNIA passed away on November 27, 2014. larly contributes to national and international IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Salvatore attended Fenwick High School in journals and conferences of vitreorenal sur- Thursday, December 11, 2014 Oak Park, IL and later served on the school’s geons and other ophthalmologists. His ad- Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Board of Trustees. He then went on to grad- vanced training and surgical skills are particu- pay tribute to Eleanor Ownbey and to honor uate from Loyola University in New Orleans. larly recognized in the treatment of severe eye the work of her two daughters, Maggie and Salvatore joined his father’s company, Ferrara injuries and surgeries of the macular (center of Sue Ownbey, for their many years of advo- Pan Candy Company, in the mid-1970s and vision). Further, Dr. Morris pioneered tech- cacy on behalf of their mother and the Alz- climbed the ranks to CEO. According to niques of temporary keratoprosthesis (TKP) heimer’s disease community. Salvatore’s father, Nello, Salvatore is the in- vitrectomy to completely reconstruct injured or Eleanor battled Alzheimer’s disease for spiration behind the Lemonheads candy be- infected eyes. He has been consulted to treat more than ten years, passing away from this cause Nello joked that he was born with a patients who have suffered severe injury to tragic disease on February 18, 2014. Maggie lemon-shaped head. The company is now lo- both eyes resulting from terrorist bombs. and Sue watched as their mother not only for- cated in Oakbrook Terrace and is known as Dr. Morris has received numerous awards got that they were her daughters, but also how Ferrara Candy Company. During his time as including the American Academy of Ophthal- to talk, to walk, and to feed herself. Eleanor CEO, Salvatore managed the merger with mology (AAO) Best of Show Award in 2001 spent the last three years of her life in hospice Farley’s & Sathers Candy Company in 2012 and 2003 for videos of macular surgery. He is care and most of that time confined to a bed. and oversaw a period of steady growth in a recipient of the senior honor award from Her daughters describe her as a brave woman which the company expanded to over 500 em- both the AAO and the American Society of with a strong spirit and an infectious sense of ployees. Retina Specialists for extensive contributions humor. Salvatore is survived by his wife, Andrea, to scientific activities. Inspired by their mother’s courage, Maggie and is the father of five children as well as a As a teenager, Dr. Morris had a goal of be- and Sue have spent the last eight years telling grandfather of three. In his free time, his coming an astronaut. A failed eye test for the their mother’s story and how much this rav- daughter says he liked to drive his red Ferrari ROTC during college in Purdue led him to enous disease costs families, what caregivers and go out on his boat named Lemonhead. shift his focus to pre-medicine. Dr. Morris sub- need, and how desperately a cure needs to be sequently enrolled in Medical School at the When Salvatore was diagnosed with cancer, found. University of Alabama. Six months before In fact, someone develops Alzheimer’s dis- he became a strong advocate for encouraging graduation, Dr. Morris signed up for the Air ease every 67 seconds and more than five others to become educated and get doctor Force, with the possibility that becoming a million Americans suffer from Alzheimer’s dis- checkups. I admire him for his courage as he pilot might provide an alternate pathway to ease. It is also the only cause of death in the battled his cancer and commend him for em- space. However, after serving as a reconnais- top 10 in America without a way to prevent it, powering others. sance pilot in the Air National Guard, Dr. Mor- treat it, or slow its progression. This dev- Salvatore’s visitation and funeral Mass were ris made the decision to fully devote himself to astating disease is also taking a toll on our held on December 1st at Holy Family Catholic the pursuit of ophthalmology and his choice economy and health care infrastructure. Car- Church in Chicago, IL. As his family grieves has changed innumerable lives for the better. ing for people with Alzheimer’s and other de- through this difficult time, I hope Mr. Ferrara’s Dr. Morris’ professional accomplishments mentias cost the United States an estimated family finds comfort in knowing that he is with and life story are most impressive, but it is his $214 billion in 2014, and unless something God now and is no longer in any pain. Mr. charitable service that is unparalleled. He is changes, costs are estimated to rise to a total Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in re- quite literally a miracle worker. As President of of $1.2 trillion in 2050. membering the inspiring life of Salvatore Fer- the Hellen Keller Foundation, he and his team I call on my colleagues to recognize the rara II and extending condolences to his fam- devote many weeks each year to treating chil- growing Alzheimer’s crisis and to support a ily. dren who have lost their sight.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.001 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1796 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 The Hellen Keller statue currently on display In 1942, Francis received his basic training Jaguars rolled through the playoffs, outscoring in the United States Capitol would not have in Camp Shelby, Mississippi. In October, he their opponents by an impressive 147–67 mar- been possible without the leadership of Dr. was deployed and stationed in Swidon, Eng- gin. The Jaguars repeated last year’s success Morris. His tireless dedication was instru- land, where he helped construct a Bailey by winning their second title in a row, and mental in ensuring the placement of this stat- bridge and a landing strip. While in Swindon, being the first Montgomery County team to do ue in the Capitol where generations of children Francis was informed that his brother Joseph, so in 15 years. The championship is the will be inspired by Helen Keller’s ability to who was also enlisted, was stationed 25 miles team’s third title. overcome obstacles, including the loss of vi- away from Francis’s post. The two were able Being the reigning champion, Coach sion, to become one of our nation’s most es- to visit each other one weekend with permis- Neubeiser’s squad started the season as the teemed educators and advocates. sion from Francis’s captain. Shortly thereafter, favorite. Their only loss came in week 9, and Therefore, Mr. Speaker, let us commend Dr. Francis’s outfit was ordered to move south to the Jaguars quickly rebounded to stay on the Robert Morris for his accomplishments and Southampton and prepare to leave for Ger- championship road. I want to thank Coach professional and charitable service and wish man-occupied France. On June 6, 1944, Neubeiser and his staff for their leadership, as him continued success in his many pursuits. Francis landed on Utah Beach as part of the well as all the student-athletes for their hard He is one of Alabama’s finest citizens and Allied Invasion of Normandy. work and determination to be the best they merits our appreciation for his dedication to On July 19, 1944, Francis was wounded can be both in the classroom and on the field. his patients, charitable endeavors, the State of during German shelling in the town of La Haye I also wish the Northwest Jaguars the best of Alabama and the Field of Medicine. du Puits. He returned to Swindon for treat- luck as they look to win their third straight title f ment. After his recovery, Francis was sent next season. back across the English Channel and joined I ask that you and my other distinguished THE FUTURE OF SPACE the 7th Armored Division in Holland. While colleagues help me in honoring this significant EXPLORATION serving with the 7th Armored Division, Francis accomplishment. endured the Battle of the Bulge. During the f HON. PETE OLSON battle, while his unit was constructing a small MARKING ONE YEAR SINCE CON- OF TEXAS tree-cut bridge, Francis narrowly avoided FLICT BROKE OUT IN SOUTH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES being hit by an 88-mm enemy mortar shell. While guarding a bridge in Holland, German SUDAN Thursday, December 11, 2014 forces took Francis’s unit by surprise. After a Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to friendly anti-tank round misfired, Francis and HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL congratulate Nicolle Walters for being one of a comrades had to fall back from their position. OF NEW YORK few students in America chosen to participate While trying to avoid a German tank, Francis IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in NASA’s Aerospace Scholars Program. was knocked over by debris sent flying by Thursday, December 11, 2014 Nicolle is currently a junior at Lamar Consoli- enemy gunfire. Friendly reinforcements arrived dated High School in Rosenberg, Texas—go and disabled the German armor. Later, Ger- Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, last December, a Mustangs! man forces began bombarding Francis’s posi- terrible civil conflict erupted in the nation of Nicolle will participate in an online learning tion. In the midst of the shelling, he took cover South Sudan. Two million people have been experience with actual NASA engineers this in a ditch and did not discover until the next displaced, 1.5 million don’t have enough to spring and spend a week this summer working morning that a mortar struck the ground eat, and an estimated 50,000 have been with aerospace engineers at the Johnson above. Fortunately, the round did not go off. killed. The scale of the human suffering and Space Center. Nicolle will have an amazing Francis’s unit was dug in at the town of St. ethnic violence in the world’s newest country opportunity to be mentored by NASA engi- Vith, Belgium when Germans attacked the is shocking. neers and scientists, which will hopefully aide town on December 17, 1944. His division was It is deeply troubling that so little progress her interest in space exploration. Nicolle is a ordered to hold their position for three days; has been made towards a peace agreement member of the Project Lead the Way program they held it for five. German forces eventually between the parties to this conflict. at Lamar Consolidated. Project Lead the Way took the town, but on January 23, Allied Today, I call on both parties to lay down provides engaging, hands-on STEM courses Forces recaptured it. After the Battle of the their arms. It is unconscionable that the peo- and prepares students to be leaders in the Bulge, Francis’s unit helped construct the ple of South Sudan should have to endure fields of science, technology, engineering and longest bridge of the war (1,300 feet) over the such suffering due to the irresponsible actions math. Rhine river. As he pushed into Germany, Al- of their own leaders. The parties must set I wish Nicolle the best of luck with this lied Forces liberated 1,200 captive American aside their differences and negotiate a non- amazing experience and with her future en- soldiers. violent resolution for the good of their young deavors. On behalf of the residents of the Francis currently resides in Mahanoy City, nation. Twenty-Second Congressional District of Pennsylvania with his wife Rose. They have The U.S. government must also step up its Texas, I again congratulate Nicolle Walters for been married over 65 years and have been efforts, using its political and diplomatic influ- being chosen to participate in NASA’s Aero- blessed with 3 children, 6 grandchildren, and ence to bring a lasting end to this crisis. As space Scholars Program. 3 great-grandchildren. I am sure Francis has we mark a year since the onset of political vio- f been thanked many times for his brave serv- lence in this country, we must reaffirm our ice to his country, but, today, I add one more dedication to working for peace in South IN RECOGNITION OF FRANCIS official notation of gratitude for his heroic an- Sudan. CHESKO FOR EXTENSIVE MILI- swer to our nation’s call to military duty. f TARY SERVICE DURING WORLD WAR II f SUPPORT OF THE INSURANCE HONORING THE NORTHWEST HIGH CAPITAL STANDARDS CLARI- HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT SCHOOL JAGUARS FICATION ACT OF 2014 OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JOHN K. DELANEY HON. GARY G. MILLER Thursday, December 11, 2014 OF MARYLAND OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of Francis Chesko, who is Thursday, December 11, 2014 Thursday, December 11, 2014 being recognized by the Mahanoy City Histor- Mr. DELANEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr. ical Society on Saturday, December 13, 2014. honor the Northwest High School football team Speaker, I along with Mrs. MCCARTHY of New During World War II, Mr. Chesko took part in and Head Coach Mike Neubeiser of German- York have authored legislation to address the the D-Day Invasion and the Battle of the town, Maryland. On Friday, December 5, the capital requirements that apply to insurance Bulge, reached the rank of sergeant in the Jaguars won their second consecutive Mary- companies under federal supervision pursuant 148th Engineer Battalion, received five Bronze land Class 4A State Football Championship. to the Dodd-Frank Act. This legislation would Stars and the Army Presidential Unit Citation The Northwest Jaguars capped off a 13–1 strengthen the regulatory regime applicable to for his service. season with a 34–31 win over Old Mill. The federally supervised insurance companies by

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Two sections of the would remain subject to the capital standards Federal Reserve to rely on existing reports Dodd-Frank Act expanded Federal Reserve under Section 171. In determining insurance and information provided to state and other authority to regulate large banks and imposed versus non-insurance activities of a supervised regulators (which for insurance companies increased capital requirements—Section 165, entity, the legislation provides regulators with would have been prepared according to SAP); which applies to large bank holding companies the flexibility to tailor the rules for certain affili- and (2) included Senate report language stat- and to non-bank systemically important finan- ates or subsidiaries of insurance companies ing that Federal Reserve assumption of juris- cial institutions (SIFIs), and Section 171, which that are necessary to the business of insur- diction over savings and loan holding compa- applies minimum capital standards to insured ance, including, for example, affiliates or sub- nies engaged in the business of insurance did depository institutions, depository institution sidiaries that support insurance company gen- not reflect a mandate to impose GAAP. How- holding companies, including insurance sav- eral and separate accounts. ever, in proposed rulemakings, the Federal ings and loan holding companies, and to Our legislation defines ‘‘business of insur- Reserve expressed its intention to require all SIFIs. ance’’ by reference to Section 1002 of the companies to eventually prepare GAAP finan- We have been disappointed by the Federal Dodd-Frank Act, and under this definition the cial statements—consistent with their existing Reserve’s failure to recognize that they have business of insurance means ‘‘the writing of model for all bank holding companies. Impos- the authority to implement the Collins amend- insurance or the reinsuring of risks by an in- ing such a mandate on companies using only ment as it applies to insurers in a manner that surer, including all acts necessary to such SAP would cost insurers a substantial amount tailors the capital requirements for the insur- writing or reinsuring and the activities relating to take on multi-year financial projects yielding ance business model. We continue to believe to the writing of insurance or the reinsuring of minimal—if any—supervisory benefit to regu- that the regulators could solve this problem risks conducted by persons who act as, or lators. Additionally, we believe the principle of using their existing authority. Our House bill, are, officers, directors, agents, or employees preserving SAP should apply to any inter- H.R. 4510, shows that there is strong bipar- of insurers or who are other persons author- national discussions relating to insurance. tisan support for addressing this issue, with ized to act on behalf of such persons.’’ The This bill makes clear that under Section 171 227 of our colleagues cosponsoring the bill. A reference to this definition of the ‘‘business of of the Dodd-Frank Act and the Home Owners’ slightly amended version of our legislation, insurance’’ will help ensure that insurance ac- Loan Act, such a mandate is inappropriate which we support, passed the Senate with tivities of federally supervised companies are where the holding company is a non-publicly unanimous support in early June, and passed subject to tailored capital rules, whether those traded insurance company that is only re- the House as part of a larger package in July activities are undertaken by the insurance quired to prepare and file SAP statements. of this year. We are pleased that final action companies themselves or by their affiliates or Nothing in this provision prevents the Federal on this legislation is imminent, and hope it will subsidiaries on their behalf. Reserve from obtaining any information it is be sent to the President before the end of the We also want to ensure that the Federal otherwise entitled to obtain from a SAP-only session. Reserve uses its authority to tailor capital insurer. Our bill (and the Senate version, S. 2270) is rules for insurance operations of entities under We and the many other supporters of this narrowly crafted to only address this issue as its supervision, regardless of the size of the bill are pleased that the House is poised to it relates to federally supervised insurance subsidiary insured depository institution. As we consider a final version of this legislation and companies, including SIFIs and insurance sav- have stated, under this legislation and under look forward to it reaching the President’s ings and loan holding companies. Under the current law, the Basel banking regime and the desk soon. We expect regulators to follow legislation banks will be subject to the full Collins Amendment requirements will continue through with appropriate, tailored capital rules force of the Collins Amendment. That is as it to apply to all insured depository institutions. It for insurers under their supervision. should be, and we will not change that. would be at odds with sound public policy and f To accomplish the goal of directing the Fed- the intent of this legislation for the Federal Re- HONORING NANCY L. CARRINGTON, eral Reserve to tailor rules for insurance, our serve to impose a Basel banking capital re- PRESIDENT/CEO OF CON- legislation permits the Federal Reserve to cre- gime on the entire enterprise of an insurer that NECTICUT FOOD BANK ON THE ate a non-Basel III regime for the insurance happens to also own a sizable insured deposi- OCCASION OF HER RETIREMENT operations of supervised entities. The legisla- tory institution—the depository institution in tion allows the Fed to work with state insur- that operation will already be subject to bank- HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO ance regulators to develop appropriate insur- ing rules, but the insurance operations should OF CONNECTICUT ance-based capital standards for federally su- not be. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pervised insurance companies. Alternatively, Another important provision of our legisla- the Fed could defer to state insurance regu- tion addresses the issue of insurance account- Thursday, December 11, 2014 lators for the capital standards that should ing for a small number of non-publicly traded Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great apply to the insurance activities that they regu- insurance companies. While every publicly pride and a bit of a heavy heart that I rise late. traded company in the United States is re- today to join the many family, friends, and col- The bill clarifies that, in establishing the min- quired by the Federal Securities laws to pre- leagues who have gathered to celebrate the imum leverage capital and risk-based capital pare consolidated financial statements under retirement of Connecticut Food Bank Presi- standards under Section 171, the Federal Re- Generally Accepted Accounting Principles dent and CEO, Nancy L. Carrington. A dear serve Board is not required to include activi- (GAAP), all insurance companies in the United friend and outstanding advocate, Nancy has ties or companies that are engaged in the States—whether in mutual or stock form of or- spent the last three decades at the Con- business of insurance and are subject to state ganization—are required by their state insur- necticut Food Bank and, put simply, the orga- insurance regulation, including state insurance ance regulators to utilize an accounting meth- nization will not be the same without her. capital requirements. Similarly, regulated for- od known as Statutory Accounting. Indeed, Nancy came to the Connecticut Food Bank eign affiliates or subsidiaries engaged in the most mutual insurance companies only use just two years after it was incorporated. She business of insurance and subject to foreign Statutory Accounting in preparing their finan- began her work with the organization as a insurance regulation and foreign insurance cial statements. food solicitor—responsible for seeking the do- capital requirements that have not been Statutory Accounting Principles (SAP) are nation of excess and unsalable products from deemed to be inadequate also may be ex- generally more conservative than GAAP be- local and regional food companies. When cluded from Section 171 capital standards. It cause they are specifically designed to pro- Nancy first came to the Food Bank, the orga- is worth noting that the Government Account- mote insurer solvency and the ability to pay nization was already distributing 1.3 million ability Office found that the state risk-based claims instead of measuring an insurer’s value pounds of food a year to 188 community capital rules performed well during the finan- as a going concern. SAP does not allow a agencies throughout Connecticut. Just five cial crisis. number of non-liquid or intangible assets to be years after starting at the Connecticut Food The bill allows the insurance capital require- included on an insurer’s balance sheet and Bank, Nancy became the organization’s Exec- ments that have been effective to continue to provides less favorable accounting treatment utive Director; her title later changed to Presi- determine the capital requirements for the ac- for certain expenses. In both the text of the dent and CEO.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.007 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1798 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 Over the course of the last three decades, The 2014 team finished the season this Julian Love added another rushing touchdown. Nancy’s leadership has guided the organiza- year by winning ten consecutive games, in- Wide receiver Kevin Jackson also had a tion as it has grown from a grassroots, volun- cluding five hard-fought victories in the MIAA touchdown catch from quarterback Jonah teer organization into the largest centralized Tournament. This historic playoff run included Beauduy. The defense held Lemont to only source of donated, emergency food in Con- a 35–3 victory over the previously undefeated one first quarter touchdown and had three necticut. Today the Connecticut Food Bank Nantucket Whalers, a 28–7 victory over the interceptions of quarterback Ryan Dawson, serves nearly 700 food-assistance programs in Mayflower League Champion Bishop Connolly two by Matthew Flach. The victory completed Fairfield, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, Cougars, a 20–7 victory over the Tri-Valley an undefeated 14–0 season for the Road- New London and Windham counties and dis- League Champion Millis Mohawks, a 35–6 vic- runners. tributes an average of 40 tons of food every tory over the Catholic Conference Champion With this championship, Tim Racki became business day. And, just this past summer, the Cathedral Panthers, and the 35–22 Super the first coach in the state of Illinois to win ti- Connecticut Food Bank broke ground on what Bowl victory over the Littleton Tigers. tles with two different schools, having won four will be an 82,251-square-foot building that will Mr. Speaker, the young men on this football previously as coach of Driscoll Catholic High be the organization’s new home. While her team conducted themselves in such a way as School. daily presence at the Connecticut Food Bank to bring honor, pride and recognition to the Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me will be missed, Nancy has certainly built it a Town of Cohasset. They represent what is in recognizing the Nazareth Academy Road- strong foundation on which it can continue to truly best about high school student athletes. runners football team and to congratulate succeed in its mission. Today, it is my honor to join with the families, them on their IHSA Class 6A State Champion- Nancy has not only been responsible for the friends and residents of Cohasset, Massachu- ship. And I wish each player continued suc- day-to-day operations at the Connecticut Food setts, to congratulate the Cohasset High cess as he moves forward. Bank, but is also one of Connecticut’s strong- School football team on their historic achieve- f est voices on behalf of the hungry. She has ment. said that ‘‘food should not be a privilege . . . Administration: Superintendent Barbara THE HONORABLE CONGRESSMAN it should be a basic human right.’’ Nancy has Cataldo, Principal Carolyn Connolly, Athletic STEVE STOCKMAN made it her personal mission to overcome the Director Ron Ford, Head Coach Pete challenge of feeding the hungry—her work Afanasiw, Assistant Coaches Kevin Dooley, HON. KERRY L. BENTIVOLIO touching the lives of thousands over the years. Jeff Knight, John Maher, Phil Maloney, Brian OF MICHIGAN She has volunteered to deliver groceries to Pattison, Bob Silvia, Don Silvia, Dave Terry, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES homebound seniors for an emergency food Pete Umbrianna. Thursday, December 11, 2014 pantry. She served as a founding director of Players: Xander Schubert, Michael Cohen, End Hunger Connecticut!, a statewide anti- Danny Durkin, Luke O’Brien, Danny Axelson, Mr. BENTIVOLIO. Mr. Speaker, now that hunger and food security organization. Nancy Drew Skolnick, Mike Lund, Henry the 113th Congress is coming to a close, I also works closely with other food banks in Butenschoen, Adam Benson, Brett Dooley, would like to recognize my good friend and New England and partners with Feeding Nick Hall, Kyle Ferreira, David Burke, Liam colleague from Texas’ 36th District, STEVE America, the national network of food banks. Lynch, Cole Sullivan, Connor Curran, Christian STOCKMAN. There is no stronger or more dedicated advo- Hanke, Patrick Haggearty, Jake Koncius, STEVE and I actually grew up in the same cate. Noah Froio, Joseph Welman, Zach Silva, Mike town and went to the same schools. But, I would be remiss if I did not take a moment Nolan, Nick Slamp, Cole Kissick, Ray Tolosko, when he reached adulthood, his Texas family to thank Nancy for her many years of friend- Ollie Hanke, Tim Gillis, Sam Sullivan, Chris roots called him to the Lone Star state so it ship. Nancy and I are kindred spirits in so Norton, Thomas Durkin, Charlie Swartwood, was only years later, in our nation’s capitol, many ways—both having learned the impor- Max Fitzgerald, Sean Mavilla, Jake Johnson, that we should meet as Members of Con- tance of public service from our parents and Jack Osten, Matt Froio, Jack Hoffman, Steve gress. both passionate about the need to address Iantosca, Bobby Driscoll, Vincenzo Kulturides, Congressman STOCKMAN was first elected to hunger in our community and across the na- Liam Prescott, Nick Lydon, Derek Bennett, the U.S. House of Representatives from Texas tion. She is an inspiration to me and so many Ryan Losordo, Cal Osten, Jake Bennett, Tyler in 1994, defeating a 42-year incumbent in one others and I am proud to call her my friend. Mulhern, Victor Najjar, James Hynes, Jack of the biggest upsets in political history. He And so I stand today to express my deepest Mahoney, Chris Lydon, Reed Parks, Alex Nor- was re-elected to Congress on November 6, thanks and appreciation to Nancy L. ton, Hayes Keniley, Nick Tetreault, Will Thom- 2012, with the same vision he’d had in the Carrington, for all of her good work and many as, Ryan Donovan, Jack Donohue, Jack 90’s of limited government, strong support for years of dedicated service to the Connecticut Speer. American families, and a robust national de- Food Bank and wish her all the best for many fense. f more years of health and happiness as she STEVE has built very effective rapport with enjoys her retirement. RECOGNIZING THE NAZARETH colleagues on both sides of the isle. His sense f ACADEMY FOOTBALL TEAM FOR of humor and jovial approach to interpersonal TRIBUTE TO THE COHASSET HIGH THEIR STATE CHAMPIONSHIP relations endear him to us all, while we have SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM, 2014 WIN come to recognize he has broad, but excep- MASSACHUSETTS DIVISION VI tionally deep understanding of many topics. SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI He always has substantive inputs and bills, OF ILLINOIS not only on specific Constitutional guarantees, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES but on national defense, freedoms and lack HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH thereof in nations around the world. OF MASSACHUSETTS Thursday, December 11, 2014 You often find individuals with social inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to action skills, and others with tremendous Thursday, December 11, 2014 honor the Nazareth Academy Roadrunners knowledge and insights. It is rare to find both Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to football team. On November 29th, Nazareth qualities in a single individual. But, STEVE pos- honor and congratulate the administration, Academy captured their first Class 6A state sesses both. coaches and players of the Cohasset High football championship with a 26–7 victory over However, one would never know this about School football team. On December 6, 2014, Lemont High School in Champaign, IL. I want STEVE if they only read the press. That’s be- the Skippers won the Massachusetts Inter- to congratulate all of the players, coaches, cause STEVE always stands up and speaks scholastic Athletic Association Division VI trainers, and parents, and commend them on the truth, regardless of whether it’s politically Super Bowl, earning them the title, State their hard work and on the dedication they expedient. Consequently, he’s vilified in the Champions. have shown to their team, their school, and press; but Americans who are tired of busi- Cohasset High School has a long tradition their community. I also want to congratulate ness-as-usual here in our nation’s Capitol ap- of excellence in high school football. In 1957, Coach Tim Racki and the principal of Naza- plaud him and greatly appreciate Congress- the CHS football team went undefeated with a reth Academy, Deborah Tracy, for helping man STOCKMAN. 9–0 record. CHS has won eight South Shore lead these young men to victory. Congressman STOCKMAN has been a fierce League championships since then, but 2014 is In the championship game, Nolan Dean defender of Constitutional liberties, and a lead- the school’s first state championship. rushed for 199 yards and two touchdowns and er in defending the Second Amendment. He

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.008 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1799 introduced the very first pro-gun bill in the At 3.5 cents per kilowatt hour, Texas has HONORING EISENHOWER ACADEMY House in 2013, H.R. 35, to repeal federal gun one of the cheapest power costs in the world free zones. and STOCKMAN, with fellow members of the When the President threatened to bypass Science, Space, and Technology Committee, HON. BILL FOSTER Congress and enact gun control through Exec- has pressed EPA to release its stranglehold OF ILLINOIS utive Orders, Congressman STOCKMAN, along on latest technologies that will keep power IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with Sen. RAND PAUL of Kentucky in the Sen- costs low in Texas. http://science.house.gov/ Thursday, December 11, 2014 ate, introduced the ‘‘Restore the Constitution sites/renublicans.science.house.gov/files/docu- Act of 2013,’’ which would nullify any anti-gun ments/Letters/121 913lmccarthy.ndf Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in orders. honor of Eisenhower Academy in Joliet, Illi- The gentleman from Texas blue slipped The National Taxpayer’s Union honored nois, which was ranked the best elementary both the Senate’s gun control bill and their im- Congressman STOCKMAN with the Taxpayers’ school in Will County by the Chicago Tribune. migration bill. Friend Award and NFIB named him ‘‘Guardian Congressman STOCKMAN serves as Vice of Small Business’’ in recognition of his out- I would like to recognize the teachers, ad- Chairman of the House Second Amendment standing votes for legislation fostering healthy ministrators, and students of this magnet Task Force, and also authored legislation to job-creating businesses. Earning a consistent school for their commitment to learning. The strip funding to the UN should that body at- ‘‘100 percent’’ rating by the American Con- rankings were based on the Illinois Standards tempt to restrict Americans’ gun rights. servative Union, my colleague from Texas has Achievement Test (ISAT) and found that over As a 100% pro-life supporter, STEVE au- been honored with the ‘‘Taxpayers Best Friend 94 percent of students in grades three through thored the 2013 Sanctity of Life Act, which de- Award’’ from Citizens for Tax Reform, and five met or exceeded expectations. clares that life begins at conception, and ‘‘Taxpayer’s Hero Award’’ by Citizens Against Although 100 percent of the students at the which also limits the federal courts’ jurisdiction Government Waste. school come from low-income families, in cases dealing with the unborn. through hard work and with the support of Always on the cutting edge of up and com- Congressman STOCKMAN was the first con- teachers and parents, these students have al- gressman to step up and introduce a bill to ing technologies and economic trends, Con- ready achieved something remarkable. I look defend the rights of native Americans in south- gressman STOCKMAN recently introduced a bill forward to following their progress. in Congress that would not only extend sub- east Texas. The Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of Congratulations to Eisenhower Academy Texas won a Federal claim against the U.S. stantial protections to cryptocurrencies, but and Joliet Public Schools District 86. I would Government for millions, if not billions, of dol- would also require that cryptocurrencies be like to thank the teachers, administrators, par- lars. STOCKMAN’s bill, if passed, would resolve classified as a ‘‘currency.’’ The bill, entitled the ents and students for their hard work and that claim without any impingement on the Cryptocurrency Protocol Protection and Mora- dedication. Federal deficit. torium Act (CryptPMA), begins by placing a Congressman STOCKMAN’s district is home five-year moratorium on any state legislation f to NASA’s Johnson Space Center, the re- concerning, or taxation on, cryptocurrencies. search and training facility for all human space STOCKMAN believes in the future. He has HONORING CONGRESSMAN JOHN exploration and the location of the famous DINGELL ON HIS RETIREMENT Mission Control Center. predicted that three technologies will change As a member of the House Committee on the world. He forecasts that nanotubes, 3–D Science, Space and Technology, Congress- printers, and cryptocurerncies will revolutionize SPEECH OF man STOCKMAN highlights the importance of a and change the world in fundamental ways. HON. BETTY McCOLLUM vigorous space exploration program and for Furthermore, Congressman STOCKMAN has keeping the U.S. at the forefront of space called for a study of magnetic poll shifting, re- OF MINNESOTA technology. He fought to save the arc jet facil- sultant fluctuation of magnetic fields, and their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ity at the Johnson Space Center, and advo- impact on the earth’s climate. Tuesday, December 9, 2014 cated for defining a serious timetable and suf- With his broad knowledge of geopolitical ficient funding to actually land on and create and socioeconomic affairs, it is appropriate Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise research bases on the moon and Mars. Fur- that Congressman STOCKMAN sits on the to honor the inspiring career of Congressman ther, he understands the strategic necessity to House Foreign Affairs Committee, where— JOHN DINGELL, and his retirement from this in- remain the undisputed leader in space, and to among other important actions—he’s for great- stitution after 59 dedicated years of public not let non-democratic nations like China and er openness about what really happened in service. Russia dominate the high frontier of space the 2012 assault on the U.S. Consulate in Few Americans have had a bigger, more and high technology. lasting impact on the United States Congress The gentleman from Texas’ district has the Benghazi. He has also been a strong voice in the House in support of the Ukrainians’ pas- than JOHN DINGELL. After serving his country highest number per capita of oil and gas refin- in the Army during World War II, John was eries and downstream petrochemical plants in sion for strengthening liberties in their country. first elected to Congress in 1955, and has the world. STEVE has worked tirelessly for TOCKMAN Congressman S co-founded the played a vital role in almost every significant commonsense regulatory relief for the nation’s House South Sudan Caucus, in support of the piece of legislation passed over the last half oil and gas industries, which will lead to less world’s newest nation. South Sudan, which is century. During his time in office, JOHN DIN- U.S. dependence on foreign oil and more a majority Christian nation, suffered decades GELL was a statesman who always put good American jobs. of oppression and genocide from North His tireless efforts were instrumental in ex- policy above partisanship, and who nearly lost Sudan, and still endures attacks, despite the reelection because of his support for the Civil pediting the building permits for state-of-the art existence of a peace agreement. Congress- new petrochemical plants to be built in his dis- Rights Act of 1964. His impact on landmark man STOCKMAN grieves the fact that now a legislation that includes Medicare, the Clean trict that will bring in billions of dollars in new simmering civil war is ongoing in the new na- investment. The gentleman from Texas has Water Act, the Endangered Species Act, and tion. He has traveled to Juba, the South Su- Affordable Care Act will continue to be felt for used his position on the House Committee on dan’s capital, and led a Congressional delega- Science, Space, and Technology to question years to come. tion to Nigeria to investigate how the U.S. The People’s House has suffered a great the EPA’s technological criteria for evaluating might better help that country end the brutal applications on hydraulic fracking. Also, legis- loss with the Congressman DINGELL’s retire- atrocities of Boko Harm. STEVE has also vis- lation he’s promoted will facilitate improve- ment and his institutional knowledge will be ited other parts of Africa, in support of medical ments in current technologies used in shale oil sorely missed. Mr. DINGELL has been an inspi- missionary work. and gas production. ration, mentor, and friend to those who were Congressman STOCKMAN has spoken out As the 113th Congress comes to a close, lucky enough to know him. It has been an about the need to dredge southeast Texas the Conservative movement will lose a great honor to serve alongside him, and I have no ports from which many of the Gulf Coast pe- friend to liberty and individual rights in Con- doubt that his legacy will endure for genera- trochemicals are shipped. With hundreds of gressman STOCKMAN. I and many of our tions to come. thousands of jobs at stake, these Ports are friends will miss working alongside my good Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the and will be fueling the Texas economic mir- friend and colleague who has been a staunch service of Congressman JOHN DINGELL in the acle. ally and supporter for life, liberty and country. United States House of Representatives.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:18 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.010 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1800 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 HONORING RALPH BENSON He currently serves as the Chaplain for Rotary on this critical issue by the Committee on International District 6900, The State of Geor- Ways and Means during my time as chairman. HON. MIKE THOMPSON gia. I want to thank the members of our com- OF CALIFORNIA As JROTC Director, he was responsible for mittee, on both sides of the aisle, for their tire- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eight high school JROTC programs and four less efforts and for their outstanding contribu- other county JROTC programs. Since 1998, tions to this legislation and to the transparent, Thursday, December 11, 2014 he has worked to create a successful district- inclusive process that produced it. While I will Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, level JROTC program which has grown from not be returning to the House of Representa- I rise today with my colleague, Congressman 400 cadets to an outstanding current operating tives next year, I very much look forward to JARED HUFFMAN, to honor Ralph Benson upon enrollment of 1200 cadets. Under Colonel watching the ongoing work of our great com- his retirement as Executive Director of the Plummer’s leadership, the Muscogee County mittee as the tax reform debate continues to Sonoma Land Trust. School District JROTC has earned GHSA unfold in the 114th Congress. For the past twelve years, Mr. Benson has State Rifle Championships, state-level awards Mr. Speaker, the urgent need to fix our bro- worked tirelessly to guide, expand and in drill team and raider competitions, and hon- ken tax code—and the incredible progress strengthen the Sonoma Land Trust, enabling orable recognition in the annual JROTC Aca- we’ve made toward making tax reform a re- the organization to better fulfill its goal of pro- demic Bowl. ality for the first time since 1986—has already tecting and conserving our lands for genera- Always pressing towards the mark for the been well documented, and I will not seek to tions to come. During his time as the Execu- prize of the high calling of God in Christ recount all of that background and history here tive Director, Mr. Benson increased the Jesus, to better improve the craft of Christian today. But I do hope that, going forward, Con- Sonoma Land Trust’s budget from $1 million ministry and discipleship, Colonel Plummer gress will continue to focus on the twin goals to $5 million, doubled its staff and more than has been the Senior Pastor and CEO of Faith that have guided the tax reform process thus doubled its membership. During his tenure, Tabernacle Community Church, Inc. in Colum- far—strengthening the economy, and making the Sonoma Land Trust acquired 5,630 acres bus, Georgia since he founded the church in the tax code simpler and fairer for all Ameri- in the Jenner Headlands and opened the 1994. cans. Baylands Center at Sears Point Ranch for use A shining light in the Columbus community, When I set out to produce a comprehensive as an environmental education center. Under Colonel Plummer has played a leading role in tax reform bill, I wanted to do it the right way. his leadership, Sonoma Land Trust is currently several other religious-affiliated and commu- So, over the last four years, the Ways and working on a tidal wetlands restoration project nity-based organizations, including the St. Means Committee held over 30 public hear- and trail expansion along San Pablo Bay and Francis Hospital Foundation, Columbus Hos- ings, including the first joint hearings with the Highway 37. pice, United Way, Boy Scouts of America, and Senate Finance Committee on tax policy since Mr. Benson’s impressive work to grow his the Greater Columbus Georgia Chamber of World War II. Ways and Means Ranking Mem- organization and take on sizable projects has Commerce. ber SANDY LEVIN—my home state colleague— bestowed tremendous benefits upon our com- To top off his diverse portfolio of service, and I formed 11 bipartisan working groups to munity. The Sonoma Land Trust now protects Colonel Plummer served as an Assistant Pro- tackle different areas of the tax code. In that 48,000 acres of land, up from 15,000 acres, fessor at Columbus State University in the De- time, I also launched TaxReform.Gov, which and has attracted outside capital to the County partment of Counseling Graduate Studies. He received more than 14,000 public comments of Sonoma that amounts to more than $80 has earned a baccalaureate in Biblical Lit- and suggestions, while Sen. Max Baucus (D– million. erature, Master of Arts in Human Relations MT) and I left the confines of Washington, DC Mr. Benson’s colleagues credit his success and Group Process, Master of Science in to talk with taxpayers all across the country. I to his ability to foster enduring and productive Guidance and Counseling, Master of Divinity am proud to say that we have done this in the partnerships and connections. A true leader, in Pastoral Care, and Doctorate in Divinity. most open, transparent, and bipartisan way— Mr. Benson inspired others to believe in his vi- This solid educational background coupled getting input from all sides. Now, the debate sion of what the Sonoma Land Trust was ca- with his compassion and leadership inspired about whether to do tax reform is over; the pable of achieving and with hard-work and his Colonel Plummer to create the Plummer only debate now is about how. can-do attitude, made his vision a reality. Home for homeless and disenfranchised mili- At its core, the Tax Reform Act of 2014 is Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time tary veterans. about making the tax code simpler and fairer that we honor and thank Mr. Benson for his in- Colonel Plummer has achieved numerous for hardworking taxpayers. I believe every tax- valuable contributions to land conservation in successes in his life, but none of this would payer should be able to do his or her taxes Sonoma County. On behalf of a grateful com- have been possible without the grace of God without fear that someone with better account- munity, we wish him a most enjoyable and his four daughters and seven grand- ants or lawyers is getting a better deal. This retirement. children. He lives by Psalm 27:1, ‘‘The Lord is legislation does that by ensuring that virtually f my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? all taxpayers would pay the least amount of The Lord is the strength of my life, of whom taxes without having to keep track of every re- IN HONOR OF COLONEL (RET) ROY shall I be afraid?’’ ceipt and record and live in fear of an IRS GEORGE PLUMMER Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me audit. This legislation makes the Code more today in honoring Colonel (Ret) Roy George effective and efficient by getting rid of narrowly HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. Plummer on the occasion of his retirement as targeted provisions to lower tax rates across OF GEORGIA JROTC Director of Army Instruction and rec- the board. This will enable small and large IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ognizing him for his many great contributions businesses alike to expand operations, hire new workers, and increase benefits and take- Thursday, December 11, 2014 to the people of Columbus, Georgia and the United States and for his life of selfless serv- home pay. Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise ice to God, the church and to humankind. The proposal flattens the rate structure by today to recognize an outstanding citizen, f reducing rates and collapsing today’s seven leader, pastor and inspiration to the Colum- individual rate brackets into two brackets of 10 bus, Georgia community, Colonel (Ret) Roy INTRODUCTION OF THE TAX and 25 percent for virtually all taxable income, George Plummer. Colonel Plummer will be re- REFORM ACT OF 2014 ensuring that over 99 percent of all taxpayers tiring as JROTC Director of Army Instruction of face rates no higher than 25 percent. The plan the Muscogee County School District in Co- HON. DAVE CAMP also reduces the corporate rate to 25 percent. lumbus, Georgia. A retirement dinner in cele- OF MICHIGAN By making America’s corporate tax rate bration of Colonel Plummer will be held on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more competitive and by modernizing our anti- Thursday, December 11, 2014 at the National competitive international tax rules, which have Infantry Museum at Fort Benning in Columbus, Thursday, December 11, 2014 not been reformed since the 1960s, we would Georgia. Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to an- encourage companies to keep their head- A native of Jamaica, Colonel Plummer en- nounce the introduction of H.R. 1, the Tax Re- quarters in the United States, so they can listed in the U.S. Army and served in several form Act of 2014. This bill—which formalizes, grow, invest, and hire here, instead of moving military assignments in the United States and without modifications, the tax reform discus- overseas in search of a better tax environ- Germany. He completed his Active Duty Army sion draft I released publicly on February 26, ment. We need a real solution to this growing career as Chief of Chaplains at Fort Benning. 2014—reflects the years of work undertaken problem, and I believe a significantly lower

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DANIEL LIPINSKI colleges into 16 individually accredited com- Taxation (JCT) estimates that this plan could OF ILLINOIS prehensive community colleges and leading increase the size of our economy by $3.4 tril- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES KCTCS to its position as the largest provider lion—that’s equivalent to 20 percent of today’s Thursday, December 11, 2014 of post-secondary education in the Common- economy. Based on that stronger economic Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to wealth of Kentucky. Because of his leadership, growth, we could see nearly two million new honor La Grange Police Chief Michael Holub KCTCS currently serves over 92,000 students jobs created. JCT also estimates that this pro- for his more than four decades of service and represents over 47% of all undergraduate posal could generate up to $700 billion in ad- dedicated to protecting and serving our nation college students. Perhaps most importantly, ditional Federal revenues that could be used and our communities. At the end of this year, KCTCS has dramatically increased participa- to lower tax rates even further or to reduce the Holub will be retiring as Chief of Police. tion in postsecondary education. The number debt. Indeed, based on calculations using data Chief Holub is a native of Berwyn, Illinois, of students participating in KCTCS has risen provided by JCT, the average middle-class and attended Morton West High School, grad- dramatically since the system was created, family of four could, under this proposal, have uating in 1970. From there he joined the Army with enrollment increasing by 62,000 in the an extra $1,300 per year in its pocket from the and served with the Official Ceremonial Unit first decade. combination of lower tax rates in the plan and and Escort to the U.S. President, which is I am proud to have five community colleges higher wages due to a stronger economy. This known as the Old Guard because it is the old- within the KCTCS System that serve my dis- is the kind of growth America needs, and est active duty regiment in the Army. After trict: Somerset Community College, Southeast these are the kinds of policies that can serving his country, Holub returned to serve Kentucky Community and Technical College, produce a stronger, more robust economy that his community and joined the Stickney, IL Po- Hazard Community and Technical College, Big benefits all Americans. lice Department in 1974. He spent the next Sandy Community and Technical College, and Before concluding, Mr. Speaker, I want to twenty years with the Stickney Police Depart- Ashland Community and Technical College. acknowledge the countless hours devoted to ment, rising through the ranks to become Each college has seen incredible growth since this effort by the Ways and Means Committee Chief of Police. He subsequently served as KCTCS was founded in 1997. staff and the staffs of the Joint Committee on Chief of Police for the Village of Palos Park, Dr. McCall has also led the System to cre- Taxation and the Office of Legislative Counsel. IL, and as the Chief of Police for the Village ate major advancements in education and pio- A project this large—on an issue of this mag- of River Forest, IL, before coming to La neered many new educational opportunities nitude—simply could not be undertaken by Grange. that are unique to Kentucky, including the this institution without the dedication, the pol- Chief Holub has highly valued education North American Racing Academy (first col- icy know-how, and the technical expertise of throughout his career. He earned his Bach- lege-affiliated horse racing academy in the the professional staff. We owe all of them our elor’s Degree from Lewis University in United States), the Kentucky Coal Academy, sincere thanks. Indeed, their contributions to Romeoville, IL, as well as his Master of Arts Kentucky Fire Commission, and the Kentucky this proposal extend not just to the legislative Degree in Law Enforcement and Justice Ad- Board of Emergency Medical Services. language of the bill itself, but to a set of help- ministration. While Chief of Police, Holub con- Dr. McCall has served for more than 40 ful explanatory materials as well. For those tinued to serve for 15 years as a member of years in community and technical colleges. He who are looking for a fuller description of the the adjunct faculty of Triton College in River has been recognized as Kentucky Monthly legislation I am introducing today as H.R. 1, a Grove, IL, teaching courses to undergraduate Magazine’s Kentuckian of the Year and was section-by-section summary of the proposal students in criminal justice. Chief Holub al- also the Board Chair of the American Associa- prepared by the Ways and Means Majority ways challenged his officers to get their de- tion of Community Colleges (AACC). This Tax Staff is available at: http://tax.house.gov/. grees so that they could move forward, as his marked the first time a System-level president Similarly, JCT’s technical explanation of the mantra has always been ‘‘to always be pre- was elected chair of the AACC board. proposal—along with JCT’s revenue estimate, pared for the next level.’’ I am proud to have known Dr. McCall since distributional analysis, and macro-economic In addition to being Chief of Police, Michael he became KCTCS President and wish him analysis of the proposal—has been published Holub has always shown a deep commitment great luck in retirement. I offer my full con- as JCS–1–14, available at https://www.jct.gov/ to his community in many other ways. He is a gratulations to Dr. McCall for his service to publications.html?func=startdown&id=4674. fixture at community events and is active with KCTCS and the Commonwealth of Kentucky. Thank you and may God bless you. With that, Mr. Speaker, I close by urging my the American Legion, always helping with f colleagues who will be returning in January for charity events and aiding the men and women the 114th Congress to keep pushing forward in our armed forces as well as fellow veterans. REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF and to see this tax reform process through to Today I express my admiration for Chief Mi- IRENE PORTER POWERS MATTHEW a successful conclusion. It would undoubtedly chael Holub’s lifelong dedication to our nation be easier for Congress to hang its head and and our communities. I ask my colleague to HON. PAUL A. GOSAR join me in honoring his lifetime of service and say that the problems with the current tax sys- OF ARIZONA wish him the best in his retirement. tem are just too big, and that the work of tax IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f reform is just too hard. But nothing worth Thursday, December 11, 2014 doing is ever easy, and tax reform is even IN COMMEMORATION OF THE DIS- more necessary now than it was back in 1986. Mr. GOSAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to TINGUISHED SERVICE OF DR. MI- honor one of my constituents, Irene Porter Indeed, today’s generation of tax reformers CHAEL MCCCALL TO THE COM- should remember how the headline in the Powers Mathew of Lake Havasu City, Arizona. MONWEALTH OF KENTUCKY Irene Porter was born in Downs, Kansas, on Washington Post captured the moment when November 20, 1917. She moved to Colorado the 1986 Act finally made it over the finish where she attended high school at the age of line—it called tax reform the ‘‘impossible that HON. HAROLD ROGERS 12, where she played basketball, sang in a became the inevitable.’’ I would like to see OF KENTUCKY trio, and the Glee Club. She graduated at the that headline again, and with today’s formal in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES age of 16. Thursday, December 11, 2014 troduction of the Tax Reform Act of 2014, we Following high school, she worked for the take another important step down that historic Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I Colorado Agriculture Extension Service. In path. rise today to pay tribute to my friend, Dr. Mi- 1937, she went to work for the Farm Security I thank the Speaker for reserving the bill chael B. McCall, the Founding President of the Administration in Colorado. Around 1940, she number H.R. 1 for this legislation, and I hope Kentucky Community and Technical College moved to Amarillo, TX to assist in the estab- that the formal introduction of this proposal in System (KCTCS). Dr. McCall has announced lishment of the FSA regional headquarters. the House today will help spur further action that this will be his last year as System presi- On July 28, 1942, Irene married William on this critical issue in the 114th Congress. dent and will be retiring in January. (Bill) Powers, who was serving in the Army Air

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This was a position she held until celebrate their centennial anniversary, they Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- she retired in December 1979. look forward to growing with the community ognize the enormous contributions made by In the 1980s Irene and Bill retired and they serve. They look forward to new ad- John M. Samuels to the development of sound toured the country in a Holiday Rambler, in- vancements, new literature, and whatever ex- U.S. tax policy over the last 40 years. John cluding a trip to Guatemala. When they re- citement the future holds. Samuels is retiring from the General Electric turned to the States, they returned to Colorado Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues Company at the end of this year, where he and spent the summer volunteering at Lu- to join me in celebrating the 100th anniversary has been the Vice President and Senior Coun- theran Valley Retreat, a Lutheran youth camp. of the Bellevue Avenue Library and to salute sel for Tax Policy and Planning since 1988. In 1986, as a second retirement, Irene and the work of the trustees, staff and volunteers Before joining GE, John had a successful ca- Bill retired to Lake Havasu, Arizona. Where of the Montclair Public Library System. reer in private practice and spent several years at the U.S. Department of Treasury, as they lived until Bill Powers died in 1991. f Irene married Kenneth A. Matthew, a retired Deputy Tax Legislative Counsel and Tax Leg- lobster fisherman on February 3, 2007. TRIBUTE TO HOOD RIVER BOYS islative Counsel. Irene is preceded in death by her parents, SOCCER CHAMPIONS Most press articles about John highlight his a brother, a sister, her first husband, Bill, two distinguished career at GE. And while that is grandsons and one great-grandson. She is HON. GREG WALDEN important, I want to acknowledge the work he has done behind the scenes to promote survived by her husband, Ken; children, Rose- OF OREGON sound, effective, pro-growth tax policies for the mary/Dave Tunnell, Gary/Sharon Powers, Su- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES benefit of the entire U.S. economy. The zanne/Rick Twinchek and Marilyn/Ryan Thursday, December 11, 2014 Paradis; ten grandchildren, 18 great-grand- progress we have made in advancing the children, two great-great-grandchildren and Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cause of comprehensive tax reform has bene- two sisters. recognition of the Hood River Valley High fited enormously from his efforts. One last word from Irene, ‘‘I want Ken, all School boys’ soccer team, which brought One example has been his support of aca- my children, all my grandchildren, and now all home the title of ‘‘State Champions’’ this year demic research into international corporate tax my great-grandchildren to know how much I in the 2014 Oregon 5A state championship. issues through the founding of the Inter- love them. You are all an important and beau- Hood River is my hometown, and both my son national Tax Policy Forum (ITPF). John Sam- tiful part of my life.’’ and I are proud graduates of Hood River Val- uels has served as the chairman of ITPF since it was founded in 1992. ITPF, which has been f ley High School, so this victory is especially sweet. called the ‘‘world’s leading tax think tank,’’ CELEBRATING THE 100TH ANNI- Led by head coach Jaime Rivera and as- plays a unique and important role in spon- VERSARY OF THE BELLEVUE sistant coach Joe Dolan, the Eagles had a soring nonpartisan academic research, often AVENUE LIBRARY perfect 18–0 season and playoff run that was by young, up-and-coming scholars, and topped off by a 2–0 victory against Woodburn hosting conferences at which such papers are HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN in the finals. After making it to the state finals presented, discussed, and debated. This gives tax policymakers in Washington access to a OF NEW JERSEY last year, this season marks the culmination of much broader body of research and thought IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES willpower and sacrifice displayed by these dedicated young men. than we would otherwise have, thus informing Thursday, December 11, 2014 The Eagles’ undefeated record illustrates and elevating the policy discussions taking Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise what happens when a team unites under one place in Congress, in the Administration, and today to honor the Bellevue Avenue Library, goal and exhibits the necessary work ethic, at other think tanks. located in the Township of Montclair, New Jer- team work, and positive attitude to achieve In 2009, John received the Tax Founda- sey as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. success. I know that these skills have helped tion’s Distinguished Service Award for his con- The Bellevue Avenue Library, part of the prepare these young men to be upstanding tributions to tax policy. In announcing the Montclair Public Library, officially opened its citizens of our great state and nation. award, the President of the Tax Foundation doors on December 7, 1914. Prior to its official I am always proud to see how young men said, ‘‘John’s leadership in facilitating a ration- opening, the library had been using a small and women can inspire a community, and al debate on international tax policy is without rented space in the real estate office of John Hood River certainly rallied around the Eagles. peer.’’ Mancini. In 1913, the Montclair Public Library Throughout the season, the community has While John is retiring from GE, he is not re- received a grant from the Carnegie Corpora- rallied around and supported this team, game tiring from the world of tax policy. I know his tion of $40,000 to construct a new building for after game. After being engulfed on the field leadership in ‘‘facilitating a rational debate on the Montclair Public Library system on Belle- by supporters following their championship vic- international tax policy’’ will carry on. I am vue Ave. In 1914, the new building was cre- tory, the team was escorted by a caravan of confident his contributions will continue in the ated and opened as the Bellevue Avenue Li- police and fire trucks on their way back to next chapter of his distinguished career. And brary. Hood River. I know that my colleagues who will push for- The Bellevue Avenue Library was designed I’d like to personally congratulate each ward in Congress on the extremely important by architect F.A. Nelson, who also designed member of this team: Travis Running, Marco work we started in reforming our tax code will other prominent buildings in Montclair, such as Cuevas, Danny Romero, Manuel Mozqueda, turn to John Samuels again and again for ad- the Post Office and the Upper Montclair Wom- Uriel Torrez, Joel Garcia, Marcos Trejo, Mario vice, ideas, and wise counsel. en’s Club. The library is now on the National Sandoval, Andres Baeza, Gio Magana, Alex f Register of Historic Places, with the register Gutierrez, Angel Sonato, Johnny Villafana, SOLUTIONS TO DAILY STRESS noting ‘‘its temple-like austerity and diminutive Luis Perez, Noah Noteboom, Antonio Bustos, size,’’ along with its classical embellishment. Jaime Frias, Diego Rueda, Aldo Muro, Noe HON. STEVE STOCKMAN Although the library underwent a major ren- Magana, Coach Jaime Rivera, and Coach Joe OF TEXAS ovation in the 1985, it still holds the same ar- Dolan. As a proud Hood River resident, I look IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chitectural design. forward to cheering on this year’s team as Since the building of the Bellevue Avenue they pursue their goals in the years to come. Thursday, December 11, 2014 Library, the library has had two floors con- It is truly a privilege to represent the members Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, hypnosis sisting of an extensive literature collection, of this team in the House of Representatives may be a useful tool in the field of mental and audio, and visual files. The lower floor focuses and my pleasure to congratulate them on their physical health as well as combatting against on children’s services, including the well- outstanding accomplishment of bringing home those who wish to kick the habit of smoking known ‘children’s place’ which holds weekly the teams’ first state title. Go Eagles! and substance abuse.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K11DE8.007 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1803 FoxNews Health recently published a col- Respectful of licensed health care profes- Risk Professional of the Year award from the umn noting the effectiveness of ‘‘hypnosis as sionals, the National Guild of Hypnotists en- Public Risk Management Association Chapter therapy for anxiety, stress,’’ wherein it noted courages its members to make their services of Texas. widely available as a complementary adjunct Martinez’s innovative efforts have signifi- that ‘‘Hypnosis was birthed from the brains of to medical, dental and other licensed health psychologists and researchers, and . . . it’s professions. The organization’s vision is of a cantly lowered costs for the City of Sugar now making its way back into the main- time when a visit to a Consulting Hypnotist Land. As risk manager, Norma decreased the stream.’’ It recommended the National Guild of will be as routine as a trip to the dentist. citywide worker’s compensations cost by 62% Hypnotists (the NGH) as one of two national Consistent efforts by the National Guild of over three years, decreased citywide auto li- organizations from which to seek referrals. Hypnotists in fostering professionalism has ability costs by 64% over three years, de- The following is a news report profiling the or- been the decisive factor in bringing about creased lost city time by 63% over five years, ganization. the recognition of hypnosis as a separate and and decreased worker’s compensation cost for distinct profession. MERRIMACK, NH.—(Marketwired—Jan. 21, the fire department by 91% over five years. The non-profit association publishes The 2014)—Change is stressful, even when change Journal of Hypnotism and the Hypno-Gram It’s clear that Norma delivers results. comes in the form of beneficial technology quarterly, as informative publications for The City of Sugar Land is fortunate to have and social transformation. Too often, the practitioners and recently introduced Hyp- such a proactive leader in their Human Re- stress of change manifests as overeating and nosis Today, an annual magazine created for sources Department. On behalf of the resi- obesity, smoking, substance abuse, aggres- all readers. sion and other negative behaviors. Millions dents of the Twenty-Second Congressional are searching for a non-pharmaceutical solu- f District of Texas, congratulations to Norma Martinez for receiving the 2014 Risk Profes- tion that is effective, long lasting and causes PERSONAL EXPLANATION no side effects. The National Guild of Hypno- sional of the Year award. tists has demonstrated through its longevity f and documented results that hypnosis pro- HON. KAY GRANGER REFLECTIONS ON CONGRESS vides proven alternatives for reducing and OF TEXAS eliminating many of the negative responses IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to today’s stressful world. HON. SPENCER BACHUS The National Guild of Hypnotists, NGH, is Thursday, December 11, 2014 the oldest, largest and most respected profes- OF ALABAMA sional association of hypnotists in the world. Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, on roll call IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES no. 557 I am not recorded because I was ab- The National Guild of Hypnotists, under the Thursday, December 11, 2014 leadership of Dr. Dwight Damon, has been in- sent due to a previously scheduled meeting. strumental in raising conscious awareness of Had I been present, I would have voted Aye. Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, as I prepare to consulting hypnotism as a separate and dis- f retire after 22 years in the House, I feel as I tinct profession. Hypnosis now is recognized did when I first walked into this chamber as a in the medical and scientific mainstream WELCOME, BABY MARY PARKS freshman—it is an extraordinary privilege to be and its use and acceptance continue to grow. NATONSKI able to serve and being a U.S. representative Founded in Boston in 1950 and now based in Merrimack, NH. with over 14,000 members is a humbling opportunity I never imagined I worldwide, the National Guild of Hypnotists HON. JOE WILSON might have. includes trained, certified hypnotists, doc- OF SOUTH CAROLINA As Members of Congress, we see the Cap- tors, dentists and other health professionals IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES itol Dome every day and I suspect that none and educators from many fields. An inter- of us ever fails to be inspired by its beauty national organization serving members in 80 Thursday, December 11, 2014 and what it symbolizes. It is the incarnation of countries, the National Guild of Hypnotists Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- words attributed to Alexander Hamilton: ‘‘Here established a strong universal code of ethics er, I am happy to congratulate the former . . . the people govern.’’ for the profession. In 1994, the National Guild of Hypnotists chartered the rapidly growing communications director of South Carolina’s In times of peace and war, prosperity and National Federation of Hypnotists, Local Second District and now Chief of Staff for economic crisis, and social consensus and so- 104, a Union affiliated with the OPEIU, AFL- RICHARD HUDSON (NC–08) Pepper Pennington cietal change, America stands unique among CIO, CLC. Those knowledgeable of non-clin- Natonski, and her husband Dave, who serves nations and in history. The phrase that per- ical hypnosis universally acknowledge Dr. as Chief of Staff for KEVIN YODER (KS–03), fectly explains this is ‘‘American Damon as ‘‘The Father of Consulting Hypno- upon the birth of their beautiful daughter. Mary Exceptionalism,’’ which I truly believe in. You tism as a Separate and Distinct Profession.’’ Parks Natonski arrived into the world at see it in the leadership that America provides The National Guild of Hypnotists estab- to the world, in the service of our troops and lished and maintains a rigorous certification 7:02AM on Thursday, November 27, 2014. program based on a standardized curriculum. Born at Sibley Memorial Hospital in Wash- veterans, and in the spirit of our people. Annually, the National Guild of Hypnotists ington, DC, Mary Parks weighed eight and a In Congress, I have served with three Presi- conducts educational seminars around the half pounds and measured twenty-one and a dents and five Speakers and been in this insti- country and an international convention and half inches long. The Thanksgiving Day baby tution for the final years of the collapse of the educational conference, held in Marlborough, is the first child for the happy couple. I look Soviet Union, the tragedy of the 9/11 attacks, MA, that attracts over a thousand hypno- forward to watching her grow and have no the accounting scandals and later the financial tists. Under the guidance of Convention Di- doubt that her talented parents will be dedi- crisis of 2008, and many other historic events. rector Elsom Eldridge Jr., the convention is Frequently, the concern expressed in our na- the leading and largest venue for the sharing cated to her well-being and bright future. of best practices within the profession. Each I would also like to congratulate Mary Parks’ tion was, ‘‘Will we make it through?’’ Each year’s convention provides a platform for grandparents, Cass and Cindy Pennington of time, America demonstrated its resilience and teaching advanced hypnotic techniques and Orlando, Florida, and General Richard and the reason for that, in my view, is because of sharing new information and practical devel- Barbara Natonski of Woodbridge, Virginia. our freedom. opments from leading members of the profes- Congratulations to the entire Pennington and It has been my privilege to serve on three sion and legislative and legal updates. The Natonski families as they welcome their new- great committees: the Financial Services Com- most prestigious awards in the profession are est edition of pure pride and joy! mittee, the Judiciary Committee, and the presented during the event. The adjunct fac- Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. ulty, recruited from around the world, pro- f My colleagues accorded me the honor of se- vides a distinguished nexus for what Dr. CITY OF SUGAR LAND EMPLOYEE Damon describes as, ‘‘an open forum for a lecting me as Financial Services Committee free exchange of ideas concerning hypno- DELIVERS RESULTS Chairman, the first to come from my home tism.’’ state of Alabama since Representative Henry Dr. Damon says, ‘‘As members of the Na- HON. PETE OLSON B. Steagall in the 1930s. Little did I know that tional Guild of Hypnotists, we have accepted OF TEXAS my leadership term on the committee would the invitation and have risen to the chal- coincide with the most severe financial crisis lenge that the actions we have taken over IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to test the U.S. since the Great Depression. the years, lay the groundwork for our profes- Thursday, December 11, 2014 sion to soar beyond all that has been accom- During the depths of the financial crisis in the plished and even beyond all we can conceive. Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to fall of 2008, we worked to prevent a repeat of We rise to the invitation to leave a legacy of congratulate the City of Sugar Land Risk Man- that catastrophe by stabilizing our weakened excellence.’’ ager Norma Martinez for receiving the 2014 banking system; I am proud of my advocacy

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.018 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1804 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 of the successful capital purchase program as ple of Alabama have given me here, brief in AbilityOne® Program. The AbilityOne Program a solution. the scope of our country’s glorious history, I partners with participating community-based However, if asked about my most satisfying have been able to contribute in some small nonprofit agencies that are dedicated to train- achievement, it would be debt relief. The bi- way to maintaining the Promise of America for ing and employing individuals with disabilities. partisan agreement that emerged from Con- our children, grandchildren, and the genera- Organizations like Achieve, located in every gress and the Clinton and Bush Administra- tions to come. state of our great nation, employ nearly tions to provide debt relief to the world’s poor- f 45,000 Americans who are blind or have sig- est nations has reduced hunger, poverty and nificant disabilities through this Program. disease and lifted tens of millions of children HONORING THE COURAGEOUS AbilityOne affiliated non-profit agencies offer and families from despair to hope. It is an ex- SERVICE AND SACRIFICE OF people who are blind or who have significant ample of what this institution is capable of STAFF SERGEANT MATTHEW R. disabilities opportunities to acquire the job doing at its finest. AMMERMAN skills and training necessary to receive good As Dean of the Alabama congressional del- wages and benefits that ultimately improve egation, I have been honored to be part of a HON. SUSAN W. BROOKS their quality of life. The value of these opportu- group of House Members and Senators that OF INDIANA nities cannot be overstated as only 21 percent works across party lines to promote the inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of individuals with disabilities currently have ests of our state as a whole. Some of the jobs. projects that stand out to me are the construc- Thursday, December 11, 2014 Achieve helps Americans with disabilities tion of I–22 and the Northern Beltline, the cre- Mrs. BROOKS of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I lead more productive lives, support their fami- ation of the Cahaba River National Wildlife rise today in tribute of a true American hero, lies, gain important work experience and share Refuge, the location of the National Computer Staff Sergeant Matthew R. Ammerman. Trag- in the same pride that each of us have after Forensics Center in Hoover, and especially ically, on December 3, Sergeant Ammerman an honest day’s work. Many of these individ- the construction of the Alabama National was killed when his unit came under fire in the uals work in support of our men and women Cemetery in Montevallo, a shrine to our vet- Zabul province of Afghanistan. I, along with in uniform, doing their part to improve our erans and their families. people from across the United States, stand in country and ensure safety and security for us One thing that Members of Congress learn eternal gratitude for the dedication, service all. quickly is that their effectiveness is greatly en- and sacrifice of this young man. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I hanced by a high quality staff. Over the years, A native of Noblesville, Indiana, Ammerman recognize the AbilityOne Program and to I have had many talented and dedicated indi- joined the Army in July 2004. He was de- Achieve Human Services. I also want to ac- viduals on my personal and committee staffs. ployed in 2006 to Iraq, where he served for 14 knowledge the dedication and commitment of In the past on this floor, I have noted the con- months. In 2009, he served as an assistant Ms. Carol Carr, the Executive Director of tributions of Larry Lavender, Warren Tryon, gunner, fire team leader and squad leader in Achieve, and her staff for helping individuals and Gerry Cashin. While time does not permit Afghanistan. In 2012, he volunteered for the who are blind or have significant disabilities me to name every staff member, I would like Special Forces and graduated in 2013 as a find employment opportunities. Such actions to acknowledge loyal staffers who have been Special Forces communications sergeant. Ser- greatly improve the lives of those less fortu- with me during my final year in office: Michael geant Ammerman again answered the call of nate and make our country a better place. Staley, Tim Johnson, Brett Quick, Philip duty in late 2014 in support of Operation En- f Swartzfager, Thomas Crockett, Summer during Freedom. HONORING THE LIFE OF CARY Bravo, Brooks McClendon, Katherine Runkle, His many awards are a testament to the ex- MARIE FAIRCHILD and Blake Lasuzzo in my Washington office ceptional character of this incredibly talented and Christian Sanford, Ethan Vice and Pam and immensely brave young man. His accom- Cook in my Birmingham office. Both the insti- plishments include the Army Commendation HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI OF OREGON tution of Congress and bureaucracy of the fed- Medal with two Oak Leaf Clusters, the Army IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eral government are large and complex, and Good Conduct Medal, the National Defense experience matters when you interact with Service Medal, the Afghanistan Campaign Thursday, December 11, 2014 them on behalf of your constituents. Medal with Campaign Star, the Iraq Campaign Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Speaker, I rise with One thing I cannot stress enough is that I Medal with Campaign Star, the Global War on Congressman EARL BLUMENAUER and Con- would not have been able to achieve anything Terror Service Medal, the Non-Commissioned gressman KURT SCHRADER to honor the life of without the support of my family. My wife Officer Professional Development Ribbon, the Cary Marie Fairchild, an Oregonian who trag- Linda is my source of comfort, inspiration, and Army Service Ribbon, the Overseas Service ically lost her life as the result of a car acci- love. We are blessed with five wonderful chil- Ribbon and NATO Medal. He also received dent in October of 2014. dren—Candace, Warren, Lisa, Stuart, and El- the Special Forces Tab, the Ranger Tab, the Cary was a force of nature who served her liott—and seven delightful grandchildren— Combat Infantryman Badge, the Expert Infan- community with kindness, compassion, and Christopher, Madeline, Olivia, Rayner, Char- tryman Badge, the Parachutist Badge and the joy. Born in New York City, Cary moved with lotte, Braden and Lillie. With great eagerness, Driver and Mechanic Badge. her family, several times before moving to I look forward to having more time to spend Staff Sergeant Matthew Ammerman will for- Hammond, Indiana, where she was raised with my beautiful family. ever be remembered as a man willing to pay with her three younger siblings. Growing up, In conclusion, I leave with great respect as the ultimate sacrifice to defend the freedoms Cary was a natural-born leader. She was the well as with an abiding fondness for this insti- that we so cherish. However, I know his wife, center of her family who not only depended on tution. A departing hope is that while we vigor- Emily, and his mother, Susan, will always re- her, but enjoyed the wild ride. Cary graduated ously debate policy, as we elected to do, we member him as a loving husband, and a cou- from Hammond Morton High School and at- focus on doing so with respect and civility. My rageous son. I join all Americans in praying for tended Ripon College, studying language father gave me the advice, ‘‘If you can’t say their comfort in this time of grief and the safe abroad in Lausanne, Switzerland. Cary grad- anything nice about a person, don’t say any- return of all those continuing to protect the uated with honors from Indiana University and thing at all.’’ That’s not an easy thing to do in United States abroad. went on to receive her Masters in Psychology politics, but it’s a good standard to aspire to. f from Valparaiso University. She also com- A benefit, I believe, would be an increase in pleted the course work required for a Doc- public regard for this legislative body, which is RECOGNIZING ACHIEVE HUMAN torate in Clinical Psychology at the Illinois vital in a society where consent comes from SERVICES OF YUMA ARIZONA School of Professional Psychology in Chicago. the governed. We should strive to make the AND THE ABILITYONE PROGRAM After high school, Cary married Terry public proud of their Congress; as Members, Luchene. They had two children, Aaron and we should take personal pride in and honor HON. PAUL A. GOSAR Ann. Cary was a very devoted mother who the tradition of this essential institution. OF ARIZONA adored her children and her grandson, Logan. The people of America look to us for leader- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Cary met Jim, her husband of over 30 ship and, in turn, the nations of the world look years, when they both worked as therapists in to America for leadership. This is still Presi- Thursday, December 11, 2014 the same mental health center in Valparaiso. dent Reagan’s beloved ‘‘Shining City on the Mr. GOSAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to In 1989, they moved to Oregon. They sold ev- Hill.’’ My hope is that during the time the peo- recognize Achieve Human Services and the erything that didn’t fit into a rental truck and

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In they loved. cided to return to school part time, I brought addition, he has been approached to serve on Cary worked at the Oregon State Hospital, John on to share the workload and the fol- the board of the United Way and the Jackson where she was employed as a Mental Health lowing year, John joined my team full time to County Veterans Advisory Committee. Specialist for almost 25 years. She was an handle veterans and military casework and Whether spending time with family, golfing outspoken advocate for her patients and fellow provide input on related policy matters. or volunteering it will always be easy to iden- workers. Cary championed patient rights and Bringing John onboard wasn’t without issue. tify John from afar in the University of Illinois fought to bring the option of alternative care to John Howard is a pretty common name for characteristic orange and blue, or overhear the hospital. She was instrumental in starting one and we already had a John on staff. The the words to the Songs of the Illini—from Illi- successful yoga and mindfulness meditation communication logistics could have been nois Loyalty to Hail to the Orange—which he programs at OHS. These programs were well- daunting, yet by chance House IT averted a loudly and proudly belt out with the slightest liked and well-attended. Many of Cary’s pa- crisis. John was bestowed with a non-standard provocation. tients sent her notes affirming how very helpful email address that had no ‘‘dot’’ between his Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me yoga and meditation are to their recovery. first and last name. Thereafter and forever- in honoring John’s 40 plus years of public One of Cary’s colleagues said, ‘‘Speaking more, John was referred to as NoDot amongst service and in wishing fair winds and following up for alternative care in the workplace can Team Walden. seas to a true gentleman, shipmate, and take courage. Cary treated her patients with During his ten years on staff, John has han- friend. Godspeed, NoDot! dled 4,144 cases for individual constituents compassion, dignity and respect, and they f loved her for it. She was fierce!’’ Cary’s family and veterans, almost 1/3 of all the cases han- PERSONAL EXPLANATION and friends will forever remember her for her dled in 16 years by my office. That doesn’t in- caring, compassionate, playful nature and for clude the countless other veterans and other the joy she brought to all their lives. Cary was constituents assisted on the side with informa- HON. CHRISTOPHER P. GIBSON loved by everyone who knew her and she is tion and guidance. OF NEW YORK Of course, it was hard for him to top the terribly missed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES success of one of his first cases on staff Cary is survived by her husband Jim, and Thursday, December 11, 2014 where he showed an ability that surprised us mother, Eileen Zneimer of Portland; father, all, bringing veterans back to life. John was Mr. GIBSON. Mr. Speaker, on roll call no. Jack Zneimer of Sarasota, FL; son Aaron contacted by a veteran who had received a 555, I was unavoidably detained on official Luchene of Canby; daughter, Ann Klug of letter from the VA containing the shocking business. Merrillville, IN; brothers Peter Zneimer of Chi- news that he was deceased. Working with his Had I been present, I would have voted cago and John Zneimer of LaCrosse, WI; and contacts at the VA, John was able to get the ‘‘yea.’’ sister Maud of Mill Valley, CA. error corrected and brought the veteran back f We send our sincere condolences to her to life in the VA’s records. Over the years, HONORING THE LIFE OF JOHN H. family, and join in the celebration of her life. John has had a couple other similar cases, all KREBS f of which he found fascinating to resolve. TRIBUTE TO JOHN HOWARD As my veterans caseworker, and later as Di- rector of Constituent Services, John worked HON. JIM COSTA with veterans organizations across the district OF CALIFORNIA HON. GREG WALDEN to make sure that I heard their concerns and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OREGON let them know I was available to assist. John Thursday, December 11, 2014 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was a familiar face at veterans meetings and Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise with my col- events in southern Oregon. Further, he was Thursday, December 11, 2014 leagues, Congressman XAVIER BECERRA, Con- instrumental in developing a presentation for Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to gressman AMI BERA, Congresswoman JULIA civic groups on what goes on in congressional honor John Howard, an indispensable member BROWNLEY, Congresswoman LOIS CAPPS, offices, making my services more known and of my staff and good friend who will soon re- Congressman TONY CA´RDENAS, Congress- available to constituents. tire after ten years of faithful service to me A good naval officer is always concerned woman JUDY CHU, Congresswoman ANNA and the people of Oregon’s Second District. about the morale of his sailors. John carried ESHOO, Congressman SAM FARR, Congress- John has had a long, dedicated career serv- that approach with him and became the de woman JANICE HAHN, Congressman JARED ing his country. In fact, this actually marks facto Morale Officer in my Southern Oregon HUFFMAN, Congresswoman ZOE LOFGREN, John’s second retirement. In 1994, John left District Office. Combining this with a firm belief Congressman ALAN LOWENTHAL, Congress- his beloved United States Navy after a thirty in the importance of quality community out- woman DORIS MATSUI, Congresswoman GLO- year career, rising from enlisted seaman to reach in politics, John founded ‘‘Rope Yarn/ RIA NEGRETE MCLEOD, Congressman JERRY Commander. A passionate Fighting Illini alum- Veterans Outreach Wednesdays’’ which are MCNERNEY, Congressman GEORGE MILLER, nus, John received his commission in 1970 as weekly after hours gathering for staff and local Congressman RICK NOLAN, Congresswoman a graduate of the Navy ROTC program at the veterans to discuss local veteran’s issues and GRACE NAPOLITANO, Congresswoman NANCY University of Illinois. John served on five partake in the occasional fermented bev- PELOSI, Congressman SCOTT PETERS, Con- ships, including command of the USS Sagi- erage—as any good sailor would! gresswoman LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD, Con- naw (LST–1188) and several shore assign- During his tenure, John took the reins of my gressman RAUL RUIZ, Congresswoman LORET- ments, including two tours in Washington D.C. service academy selection process, changing TA SANCHEZ, Congressman ADAM SCHIFF, After a few years of retirement—and a brief and building it into the strong program it is Congressman BRAD SHERMAN, Congress- stint as a dotcom millionaire gone bust with an today. He constructed a board of retired mili- woman JACKIE SPEIER, Congressman ERIC independent software development com- tary officers to interview all candidates that SWALWELL, Congressman MIKE THOMPSON and pany—John and his wife Cathy relocated from was decidedly ‘‘Purple,’’ ensuring all service Congressman HENRY WAXMAN to pay tribute to Virginia Beach, Virginia to Medford, Oregon in components were fully represented. This sys- the life of former Congressman, John H. September 2001. In fact, the closing on his tem has proven to be highly successful. In Krebs. home was delayed because of 9/11. He per- fact, nine of the 18 students I nominated last John Krebs was an honorable man, and a severed through and settled in to the Rogue year received an appointment to the class of community leader whose unwavering service Valley getting involved in his community 2018. will be greatly missed. In addition to his two through the United Way and several military As John heads into retirement, he is looking terms in the United States Congress from organizations. I first met John when he was forward to some increased time with his exten- 1975–1979, Mr. Krebs was a civic and Demo- the president of the Rogue Valley Council of sive family, which includes his wife Cathy, his cratic Party leader in Fresno, California. Addi- the Navy League where he presented me with son, five daughters; soon-to-be 13 grand- tionally, he worked as an attorney for over 30 an honorary Navy League membership. children—including two newborn fraternal twin years, he was an apprentice diamond cutter A lifelong Republican, John stepped up to granddaughters—along with 2 foster grand- during his youth in Tel Aviv, and he served in volunteer with the 2004 Bush/Cheney presi- children. the U.S. Army.

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DOC HASTINGS Obama recognized John for his efforts, and ment of Labor and certain Education pro- OF WASHINGTON signed legislation establishing the John Krebs grams. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wilderness Area which covers 40,000 acres It has recently been brought to my attention, Thursday, December 11, 2014 within the Mineral King Valley. how the moneyball approach to government John Krebs was born on December 17, could help in our spending decisions. We all Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. Mr. Speak- 1926, in Berlin. His parents fled Germany a have heard about Billy Bean and how he used er, I rise today in recognition of the Pacific few months after Hitler came to power, and he evidence and data to assemble his winning Northwest National Laboratory, which is cele- was raised in Tel Aviv. During his adoles- team. brating a half-century of innovation and cence, John embarked on a career as a dia- achievement in American research and devel- We in Congress can use this same model mond cutter and joined the Haganah, a Jewish opment. underground organization opposing the British by examining best practices and evaluating Federal programs. For 50 years, the men and women at PNNL rule, while also preparing to attend college. have worked diligently to make the Lab a ‘‘Investing in What Works’’ is not a partisan In 1946, John moved to the United States to leader among the scientific foundations of the issue. This practice dates back to Presidents attend the University of California, Berkeley. United States, evolving from a laboratory sup- Clinton and Bush and continues today with He graduated in 1950 and became a U.S. cit- porting a nuclear materials development mis- President Obama. izen in 1952. Following his two years in the sion to a multi program national laboratory Army, he attended the University of California Many of you have heard me speak about with significant portfolios in science, energy, Hastings College of Law and passed the Cali- my disdain for these austere budget times and and nonproliferation. fornia Bar in 1957. For the next three dec- how we are forced to look at every available When America went to the moon in 1969, ades, he practiced law with the Parichan law avenue to do more with less. Conducting pro- NASA chose the lab (then called the Pacific firm, specializing in civil defense litigation. gram evaluations and investing in what works Northwest Laboratory, or PNL) as the only John wanted to make a positive difference can help improve outcomes for children, fami- Northwest organization to analyze the lunar in the community, and he quickly became an lies and communities across this nation. material from the Apollo program, and their activist and leader for Fresno’s Democratic work became critical to understanding the ori- Party, playing a key role in local and statewide f gin and history of the moon. Additionally, their campaigns. In March 1970, he was elected to research had many applications outside of the the Fresno County Board of Supervisors, a RECOGNIZING DISTINGUISHED laboratory. In 1974, they developed a data position he held until his election to Congress EAGLE SCOUT BERNARD QUENEAU storage technique called optical digital record- in 1974. He was the first foreign-born con- ing, and became the pioneer of a technology gressman from California. John fulfilled the still popular with consumers today—CDs and American Dream, and he serves as an inspira- HON. CHRIS COLLINS DVDs. tion for all of us. OF NEW YORK Their commitment to the environment has John returned to Fresno after his tenure in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Congress, and practiced law until his retire- consistently been a driving force in work they ment. He served on numerous boards and Thursday, December 11, 2014 do. When Mt. St. Helens erupted in 1980, PNL was ready. Because of their expertise in envi- commissions, and was foreman of the Fresno Mr. COLLINS of New York. Mr. Speaker, as County Grand Jury for two years. John and ronmental sampling and monitoring, research- the Chairman of the Congressional Scouting ers were able to collect samples of the ash his wife, Hanna enjoyed traveling, and loved Caucus, I rise today to honor Bernard spending time with their children and grand- and assess potential threats to health and the Queneau, the oldest Eagle Scout in America, environment. After the 1986 disaster at children. who passed away earlier this week. John’s strong values, work ethic, and com- Chernobyl, they were assigned the lead role in passion for others were evident to all of those Born in Liege, Belgium in 1912, Bernard collecting air samples of the fallout using spe- who were fortunate to know him. His loving moved with his family to America and joined cial research aircraft. They also helped to guidance as a husband, father, grandfather, Boy Scout Troop 3B in New Rochelle, New monitor the radiation levels in the plume after and friend will be forever cherished. York. He received his Eagle Scout award on it arrived in America. And, in the early 1990s, John will be greatly missed by Hanna, his March 5, 1928 and was subsequently selected PNL helped create the Global Change As- son, Daniel Krebs, his daughter, Karen, as one of four scouts selected to travel the sessment Model (GCAM). This model is now daughter-in-law, Susan, son-in-law, John, and Lincoln Highway from New York to San Fran- widely used around the world, and dem- grandchildren, Elizabeth, Caroline, Jack, Clay, cisco on a 34-day Lincoln Highway Safety onstrates the true impact of the laboratory’s and Peter as well as his 90 year old brother, Tour. During this journey, Bernard and his fel- work on an international scale. Shlomo. low scouts gave scouting skills demonstrations In 1995, they changed their name to the Pa- Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that we and set the stage for 3,400 concrete Lincoln cific Northwest National Laboratory—a suitable ask the entire House of Representatives to Highway markers to be erected by scouts from switch, since they had always been a national join us in paying tribute to the life of John H. coast to coast, cementing the memory of lab making national impacts. Two years later, Krebs. We all have an extraordinary role President Lincoln onto this national roadway. they opened the Environmental Molecular model to look up to, and his presence will be At 102 years old, Bernard was the last living Science Laboratory (EMSL), a national sci- greatly missed, but his legacy will surely live member of the 1928 Boy Scout Lincoln High- entific user facility, which narrows the gap be- on. way Safety Tour. Bernard recently received tween theoretical molecular modelling and f the Distinguished Eagle Scout Award, the Na- practical physical experimentation. Since its tional Eagle Scout Association’s highest opening, EMSL has welcomed scientific users EMPHASIZING IMPORTANCE OF IN- honor. He was the 2098th recipient of the 45 from every state, and nearly 30 countries. VESTING IN EVIDENCE-BASED year old award, which honors Eagle Scouts PROGRAMS In the early 2000s, PNNL began to focus on with at least 25 years of service and excep- updating the infrastructure of the United tional career achievement or recognition. States’ century-old electric grid, and incor- HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO Bernard was a lifelong scout and true be- porating it into the information age. They con- OF CONNECTICUT liever in the values of preparedness and doing tinue to be a leader in testing and developing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES your best. He lived his life by the scout oath new technology to manage and protect the Thursday, December 11, 2014 and law and I am honored to recognize such grid, especially from new cybersecurity Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to an exemplary man today. I know Bernard’s threats. Some of their most recent scientific highlight the importance of investing in evi- memory will live on through this family and missions include increasing U.S. energy ca- dence-based programs with proven track friends, as well as the myriad of scouts of all pacity, and reducing dependence on imported records. ages his life touched. oil; preventing and countering terrorism and

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In 2010, the capital stock of our economy, reduced modern facilities to support its national and Mr. Dente was named one of the ‘‘Top 40 savings/increased consumption, and the dis- international customers using Battelle, federal, under 40’’ Business Professionals. Mr. Dente solution of family-run businesses. The 2006 State and third party funds . . . a complex is also a graduate of Leadership Wilkes-Barre. study cited the Congressional Budget Office in unique in the DOE laboratory system. The It is a great honor to recognize Mr. Dente’s saying that many estates that owed estate Consolidated Laboratory complex allowed many achievements and to congratulate him taxes had a tax liability in excess of their liquid PNNL to vacate older facilities that were on being UNICO’s ‘‘Man of the Year’’ for 2014. I assets, which is a key reason why many fam- the Hanford site. wish him continued success with his business ily-run businesses are liquidated prematurely PNNL developed and supported efforts to and express my gratitude for his involvement or sold at firesale prices after the death of the create a WSU Branch Campus in the Tri Cit- in the community. primary owner. ies, including joint appointments and federal/ f One example of this problem is Maryland state partnership for a research laboratory on resident Jack Fitzgerald. Jack is a successful the WSU campus. PNNL has been a strong INTRODUCTION OF AMERICAN SO- owner of a number of automobile dealerships. supporter of STEM education programs LUTION FOR SIMPLIFYING THE He has explained to me and to many others throughout Washington State, including early ESTATE TAX ACT OF 2014 in Congress that he is kept up at night by con- funding to build the Delta Prep school in the (‘‘ASSET ACT’’) cerns that he will pass away and that his heirs Tri-Cities. will have to liquidate his thriving small busi- I want to thank the generations of hard- HON. ANDY HARRIS nesses in order to pay the federal estate tax. working men and women who helped bring OF MARYLAND He routinely mentions the 1200 employees PNNL this far. I am proud of the Pacific North- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES whose livelihoods depend to a great extent on him and his managers. To prevent against the west National Laboratory, its work, and the Thursday, December 11, 2014 boundless spirit of American innovation that risk of a forced liquidation, Jack says that he has made it possible for the last 50 years. Mr. HARRIS. Mr. Speaker, one area of un- pays nearly $700,000 annually in life insur- finished business for the 113th Congress is f ance premia so that his estate would have comprehensive tax reform, which would have enough funds to cover the IRS tax liability. IN RECOGNITION OF BLAISE ALAN given us the chance to reduce the burden of Those are funds that he could be reinvesting DENTE FOR RECEIVING THE the Internal Revenue Code on families and in his business, his employees, or otherwise UNICO MAN OF THE YEAR businesses and would have stimulated eco- using productively if the current estate tax AWARD FOR 2014 nomic growth. were not looming in the distance. We all know Recognizing that tax reform is an issue that of farmers, ranchers, and other family-run HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT the 114th Congress should prioritize, I am in- businesses that have to consider selling at an OF PENNSYLVANIA troducing today a bill that offers a creative so- inopportune time in order to ensure that the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lution to the problems associated with the cur- tax man will get his share. One famous exam- rent federal estate tax. I want to note at the ple was captured in the film, ‘‘Secretariat,’’ Thursday, December 11, 2014 outset that I was an early cosponsor of Con- when the horse’s owner almost has to sell him Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, I rise gressman BRADY’s legislation to repeal the es- and the entire horse farm to pay the estate today in honor of Blaise Alan Dente for being tate tax. However, as part of the tax reform taxes after the patriarch’s death, but she cre- awarded UNICO’s ‘‘Man of the Year’’ Award process, Members of the Ways and Means atively developed an innovative syndication for 2014. Mr. Dente is a lifelong resident of Committee have demonstrated a willingness to scheme to raise the $6 million and to keep the Pittston, Pennsylvania, and graduated from consider a variety of policy suggestions and trailblazing horse and the farm within the fam- Seton Catholic High School. Mr. Dente re- thus, in the interest of stimulating discussion, ily ceived a Bachelor of Science in Hotel, Res- I am introducing the American Solution for My office has received letters in support of taurant and Tourism from East Stroudsburg Simplifying the Estate Tax Act of 2014, the the ASSET Act from a diverse group of Mary- University of Pennsylvania. Today, he is the ‘‘ASSET Act.’’ As I will explain further, the landers, including a CPA, the owner of a mi- owner of Dente’s Catering and Rental, which ASSET Act is intended to be a revenue-neu- nority/woman-owned public relations and ad- has been voted the Sunday Dispatch’s ‘‘Best tral solution that would provide a new vol- vertising firm, the president of a general con- Caterer of Greater Pittston’’ in both 2011 and untary simplified method for Americans with tracting firm, and the Maryland Auto Dealers 2013. large estates to pay a fair share of taxes but Association. One gentleman, who is a farmer Mr. Dente is a member of the American Cul- without any of the distortive, inefficient effects who also owns an agricultural business, wrote inary Federation, a national organization of created by the current method of collecting the that ‘‘the present federal estate tax law is very chefs, cooks, and culinary students. Through estate tax. detrimental for businesses (whether it be a this association, he obtained his certification The origins of the current federal estate tax farm or other operating business) to pass onto as a Certified Chef de Cuisine, which he has arise out of the need to fund World War I and the next generation. During my lifetime I have held since 2003. He was also inducted as an enactment of the Revenue Act of 1916. In that seen many hardworking farmers and business ‘‘honorary fellow’’ in the American Academy of respect, this law has outlived its original pur- owners’ lifetime work be sold upon their death Chefs, the prestigious honor society within the pose. It might come as a surprise to some that in order to pay for the inheritance tax. This is American Culinary Federation. In addition, Mr. over the past 50 years, the much-debated fed- a bad situation for creating and keeping jobs Dente is a member of the local chapter of eral estate tax has generated only around one and it also creates a real hardship on fami- ACF, Professional Chefs of Northeast Penn- percent of total federal tax collections and in lies.’’ sylvanian. Within this local chapter, he has 2013 brought in $14 billion, or around 4/10th Responding to their concerns and others I chaired several committees and has years of of a percent of total tax revenue. When one have heard on numerous occasions when service in various chapter offices. Mr. Dente considers the distortive effects of the current meeting with constituents, the ASSET Act of- has also held the position of Chapter Presi- estate tax and the disproportionately low fers a new, simplified approach that will solve dent and currently serves as the chapter’s amount of revenue actually raised, it is incum- permanently the problems with the current es- Chairman of the Board. In 2008, he was bent upon us to identify more appropriate pol- tate tax. It permits individual taxpayers to opt- named Chapter Chef of the Year. icy solutions. in to a new system in which death would no Mr. Dente is also an active member of the The case for reform is dramatically illus- longer be a taxable event. By taking the un- local community. He serves as a Eucharistic trated by reviewing the data cited by the Joint certainty of death out of the question of how Minister, lector, and usher at his church, Our Economic Committee (JEC) in its May 2006 and when assets should be liquidated, the Lady of the Eucharist. Mr. Dente is a member study and updated in a July, 2012 study ASSET Act will contribute to economic growth of both the Wilkes-Barre and Greater Scranton issued by the Republican staff of the JEC. The and preserve the stability of companies. Small Chambers of Commerce and sits on the Exec- 2006 study indicated that individuals’ costs of business owners, farmers, ranchers, and oth- utive Board of Directors, Pittston Chamber of complying with the estate tax (avoiding wealth ers will not have to live their lives fearing the Commerce. In addition, Mr. Dente volunteers transfer taxes) roughly equals the revenue tax liability imposed under the existing estate

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.029 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1808 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 tax and will not have to dismantle profitable IN HONOR OF DALLAS/FT. WORTH I ask that you and my other distinguished companies, sell farms and ranches, over-pur- INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT’S colleagues help me in honoring this significant chase life insurance, and waste their money NEWEST AIRLINE, ETIHAD AIR- accomplishment. on lawyers and accountants with sheltering WAYS f strategies. Under the ASSET Act, individuals could HON. KENNY MARCHANT HONORING THE LIFE OF DR. make a ‘‘down payment’’ on their estate taxes STEVEN FRITZ OF TEXAS during their earning years and then the gov- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ernment would rely upon traditional capital HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI gains taxes to generate revenue from estate Thursday, December 11, 2014 OF OREGON assets when sold. In the current draft of the Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, on Decem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ASSET Act, a taxpayer may ‘‘opt in’’ to this ber 3, 2014, Etihad Airways become the latest Thursday, December 11, 2014 approach by agreeing to pay an additional one new airline to start service at Dallas/Ft. Worth percent of his/her AGI each year. (If, based on International Airport (DFW), which I represent Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Speaker, I rise with Joint Committee on Taxation revenue esti- in Congress. Etihad’s new service now con- Congressman EARL BLUMENAUER and Con- mates, the one percent rate needs to be ad- nects DFW with Abu Dhabi and the world be- gressman KURT SCHRADER to honor the life justed to ensure revenue neutrality over time, yond. Though Etihad is only eleven years old, and work of Dr. Steven Edward Fritz, an Ore- that would be possible prior to enactment.) it has already become a trend setter in the gonian whose life was tragically lost in an ac- Once in the system, these payments must aviation industry for service and onboard prod- cident in September of 2014. continue through the earning life of the tax- uct offerings, winning its 6th straight ‘‘World’s Steven Fritz was born in Frankfort, Kentucky payer, but no tax will be levied against the es- Leading Airline’’ award at the World Travel on September 21, 1960. His parents are Sal- tate of such a taxpayer at his death. His or her Awards this year. vation Army officers and Steven enjoyed mov- assets remain intact until they are sold, at Etihad and DFW based American Airlines ing to various assignments from Maine, Phila- which time they will be subject to capital gains enjoy codesharing and reciprocal frequent flier delphia, New Jersey, and New York City. Ac- tax at the then current rate Taxpayers must mileage agreements, making it easier for fre- tive in the Salvation Army, Steven was a teen- pay the I percent fee for a minimum of seven quent fliers of both airlines to earn miles on ager when he got his first job as a dishwasher years before they can take full advantage of their airline of choice and make connecting at Camp Tecumseh, a Salvation Army chil- the ASSET Act system. flights at DFW or Abu Dhabi. DFW is Etihad’s dren’s camp in New Jersey. There he met There are several primary reasons to sup- Amanda, his wife, in 1977. port the ASSET Act. As noted earlier, owners sixth destination in the United States, further increasing ties between the United States and Steven graduated from Geneva College in of small and medium sized businesses could Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania, and medical better plan for the orderly succession of their the United Arab Emirates. Etihad serves the DFW/Abu Dhabi route with a Boeing 777— school at the University of Rochester, NY. He companies and preserve critically needed completed residency training in psychiatry at jobs. This can avoid forcing the heirs to liq- which will be further complemented by the air- line’s $40 billion order for additional Boeing Oregon Health Sciences University and be- uidate the company at just the wrong time, de- came a board certified psychiatrist, serving at stroying the business and eliminating jobs. aircraft in the coming years equipped with General Electric engines. the Oregon State Hospital (OSH) for 24 years. And, the government can avoid losing signifi- For several years he was the Chief Medical cant capital gains tax revenue that it would I congratulate Etihad and Dallas/Ft. Worth International Airport on this latest expansion of Officer at OSH, but he preferred taking care of have realized had the asset been sold at the patients so he left administrative work and re- right economic opportunity in the future. The international service which will greatly increase travel options for my constituents and promote turned to staffing forensics units. He was also ASSET Act solves those concerns and en- the President of the local chapter of the Asso- sures stability for vital engines of our econ- economic growth in North Texas. f ciation of Federal, State, and County Munic- omy. ipal Employees (AFSCME). Steven was de- The ASSET Act will help reduce tax avoid- HONORING THE FORT HILL HIGH scribed by his colleagues as a ‘‘compas- ance scheming. Current law exempts estates SCHOOL SENTINELS sionate clinician’’ who was guided by kindness that are worth less than $5 million for an indi- and what was best for his patients. He often vidual or $10 million for a couple. However, it does not solve the liquidation problem for HON. JOHN K. DELANEY worked with people who would otherwise be large estates, which will pay 40% on amounts OF MARYLAND incarcerated, and his approach was valued for above those levels. Individuals with very large IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES its philosophy of allowing patient-collaboration in guiding treatments. He was praised fre- estates or who expect to accrue such large Thursday, December 11, 2014 estates now spend a great deal of time and quently by his colleagues, his patients, and significant money on strategies to shelter their Mr. DELANEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to their families. assets from the estate tax. When these strate- honor the Fort Hill High School football team After Steven and Amanda married in May of gies are successful, the government receives and Head Coach Todd Appel for winning the 1982, they did a nationwide search to choose nothing. That is why, historically, estate tax Maryland Class 1A State Football Champion- a place to settle and raise their family. They revenues have comprised only 1% of total fed- ship for the second year in a row on Saturday, moved to Portland in 1986. Their three chil- eral tax revenues and 2.47% of the AGI of December 6th. dren were born during the four years of taxpayers earning more than $1 million per The Fort Hill Sentinels finished a second Steve’s residency training at OHSU. Steve year. The ASSET Act eliminates the incentive consecutive perfect 14–0 season with a 40–8 and Amanda worked hard for many years rais- to hide assets from the IRS and to engage in win against Douglass High School. The Senti- ing their children, who attended Portland’s unproductive strategies and avoidance nels have now won back-to-back state cham- public schools, and exploring natural areas in schemes, so individuals will ‘‘stay within the pionships, their fourth in school history. They Oregon and the West Coast together as a system’’ and contribute their fair share of continued last season’s dominance, outscoring family. They all particularly enjoyed camping in taxes to the Treasury. their opponents 197–64. the Alvord Desert. Steve relished his relation- The ASSET Act is intended to be revenue Coach Appel has now compiled an impres- ships with his children, and was a terrific fa- neutral and would offset the revenue loss of sive 80–11 record through seven seasons. ther. eliminating the current estate tax collection The Sentinels started as the favorite and Dr. Steven Fritz is survived by his wife methodology for some taxpayers by imposing never looked back, sweeping the regular sea- Amanda; their three children, Luke, Maxwell, a very small annual prepayment surcharge son and playoffs. I want to thank Coach Appel and Alessandra; his parents, Colonel Edward and by capturing the benefits of increased and his staff for their leadership, as well as all Fritz and Colonel Emily Fritz of Portland, OR; capital gains tax revenues that would occur the student-athletes for their hard work and two brothers and their wives, Samuel and over time as estate assets are sold. determination to be the best they can be both Diana of Amherst, NY and Andrew and Jody I encourage my colleagues to study the in the classroom and on the field. The Senti- of Olympia, WA; his loving in-laws in England, ASSET Act and to work with me to ensure nels success over the last two years has including mother-in-law Pamela and siblings- that as the next Congress considers com- brought pride to both Fort Hill High School and in-law Peter and Sue; and many nephews and prehensive tax reform proposals, we leave no the local community. I also wish the Fort Hill nieces. stone unturned in the effort to rectify the prob- Sentinels the best of luck as they look to win We send our sincere condolences to his lems associated with the current estate tax. their third straight title next season. family, and join in the celebration of his life.

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Mr. Speaker, I am honored to portation to develop and implement a program crease the U.S. shipbuilding industrial base, commend to the House the outstanding serv- to promote the transportation of imported LNG and to use LNG export trade to strengthen ice of Keith H. Deters, who is retiring from the on U.S.-flag vessels. Under the Deepwater U.S. strategic interests and alliances with LNG Joint Systems Manufacturing Center in Lima, Ports Act, the Secretary is also required to trading partners. Ohio, after a distinguished 32-year career. give top priority to the processing of licenses Therefore, it is the purpose of this law to en- Keith began his time at JSMC as a quality for LNG import facilities that will utilize U.S.- hance the national security and port safety of engineer in 1982. For the last 12 years, he flag vessels. S. 2444 includes language from the United States by encouraging to the max- has served as plant manager—the longest H.R. 5270, the Growing American Shipping imum extent practicable the transport of LNG tenured manager in the modern history of that Act, to modernize these laws. LNG exports will on U.S.-built and -flag vessels. This law aims facility, which is the only remaining heavy now be included in the program to promote to maintain the technological ability of the combat vehicle production plant on the con- the use of U.S.-flag vessels in the carriage of United States shipbuilding industry to build tinent. A hands-on manager, he noted that LNG, and the Secretary will be required to and repair vessels for the Navy and the Coast there has rarely been a day that he did not give priority processing to export applications Guard by maintaining the critical industrial in- walk the production floor to interact with the for deepwater port terminals that would utilize frastructure and skilled human workforce nec- plant’s highly skilled workforce, to which he U.S.-flag vessels. essary to build such vessels. Further, this law has always paid great tribute for the facility’s The U.S. shipbuilding industry and U.S. nat- promotes American job creation by encour- success. ural gas market are strategic national assets aging domestic shipbuilding and the use of In the face of challenges to JSMC’s future, essential to U.S. national security interests. U.S. mariners in the transport of American Keith has been a tireless advocate of the plant Shipbuilding is critical to the growth and flow LNG. and the vital role it plays in our nation’s de- of our economy, and to our ability to control This provision of the Coast Guard and Mari- fense industrial base. Under his leadership, the safety and security of the global supply time Transportation Act of 2014 is supported JSMC has diversified beyond its traditional chain. It is also essential to the United States by the Maritime Trades Department (AFL– Abrams tank refurbishment work for the Army, Navy, which relies on a select few remaining CIO); the Seafarers International Union (AFL– providing high-quality combat vehicles and shipyards for the construction of new ships CIO); the Transportation Institute; the Ship- other products to other branches of the mili- and the repair and refitting of existing ships. builders Council; the Navy League of the tary and to our international allies. Despite this importance, our foreign trade fleet Keith has been instrumental in the success United States; the American Maritime Officers; has declined from 1,200 ships in the 1950s to of Task Force LIMA (Linked in Mutual Alli- the Marine Engineers’ Beneficial Association less than 100 today, and despite having pio- ance), established more than a decade ago to (MEBA); the International Association of Mas- neered gas tanker technology, America no support and promote JSMC and Ohio’s other ters, Mates and Pilots (MM&P); the Maritime longer manufactures LNG tanker ships. To defense facilities. He is well respected Institute for Research and Industrial Develop- transport LNG by sea, the world must rely on throughout our congressional delegation as a ment (MIRAID); the Marine Firemen’s Union, China, Japan, and South Korea to build the man of vision and an industry expert. Metal Trades Department (AFL–CIO); the Sail- requisite tankers. Mr. Speaker, the Lima community will gath- ors’ Union of the Pacific; the American Mari- Further decline of the U.S. shipbuilding in- er at Lima’s City Club on December 17 to cel- time Officers Service; and the American Mari- dustrial base will continue to erode competitive ebrate Keith’s many contributions and distin- time Congress. I thank these organizations for bidding among shipyards, both for commercial guished record of service. On behalf of the their commitment to national security, a strong builds and for Navy shipbuilding needs, thus people of Ohio’s Fourth Congressional District, maritime industry, and the creation of good compromising efforts to reduce the deficit and I am proud to join in the accolades to him and American jobs so vital to the economic pros- balance the national budget. It will also result offer my warmest congratulations on his retire- perity and future of this nation. in the further loss of marine engineering ex- ment. He and his wife, Donna, have my best f pertise, preventing the adoption and utilization wishes as they enter a new chapter in their of the same cutting edge ship construction HONORING DAN McCORQUODALE lives. technologies used by our foreign competitors. f Furthermore, tens of thousands of American HON. ZOE LOFGREN PASSAGE OF THE COAST GUARD jobs, both inside shipyards and throughout the OF CALIFORNIA AND MARITIME TRANSPOR- U.S. supply chain, depend on the strength of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the maritime industry. TATION ACT OF 2014: A CRITICAL Thursday, December 11, 2014 STEP IN THE REVITALIZATION The decline of the shipbuilding industry OF U.S. SHIPBUILDING AND MER- threatens another strategic national asset in Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise with my CHANT MARINE reducing key personnel. The U.S. Merchant colleagues, Congress members ANNA ESHOO, Marine is a highly trained, militarily-useful MIKE HONDA, and MIKE THOMPSON to recog- HON. JOHN GARAMENDI labor force, and American merchant sailors nize the four decades of tenacious, dedicated service of Mr. Dan McCorquodale to the OF CALIFORNIA are the foundation of our marine transportation County of Santa Clara, the City of San Jose, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES system. Further attrition of the Merchant Ma- rine threatens American security because our and the State of California. Thursday, December 11, 2014 nation relies on this secure source of labor for For over 40 years, Dan has been a fixture Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, on Decem- the movement of supplies and military cargo in public service in California after becoming ber 10th, I was proud to bear witness to the and personnel. The explosive nature of LNG interested in remedying the pervasive, lin- passage, under Unanimous Consent, of the strengthens the need to ensure that the trans- gering injustices of racial, gender, and dis- House and Senate compromise language for port of LNG, especially through U.S. ports, is ability discrimination. Having served as a Ser- the Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation done by U.S. seafarers, and not foreign crews geant in the U.S. Marine Corps for four years, Reauthorization Act of 2014. S. 2444, the cul- that come with an increased potential for sab- attended college, and worked as a teacher, mination of months of hard work and diligent otage. Dan joined the City Council of Chula Vista, analysis by Coast Guard Subcommittee Chair- The export of LNG is projected to slowly California in 1962 as the youngest person in man DUNCAN HUNTER, House Transportation ramp up over the next two or three years and history to ever be elected to the Council. Only and Infrastructure Committee Chairman BILL will then quickly accelerate over the next dec- four years later, Dan became the City’s first SHUSTER, Ranking Member NICK RAHALL, Sen- ade or more. This will allow both time and a Mayor, elected by a broad margin. ator ROCKEFELLER, Senator THUNE, myself, stable, long-term market demand, which—if Consistent with his lifelong passion for and our staff, is a beacon of the thoughtful given the correct incentives—could spur the teaching and the cause of individuals strug- compromise and responsible lawmaking we U.S. shipbuilding industry to re-tool its infra- gling with mental health issues, Dan returned hope to see more of in the coming years. structure and processes to ramp up the pro- to education from 1969 to 1972, teaching

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She has also been a holder Participation Act of 2014, I would have centers in Santa Clara County, among other staunch advocate for voter protection, job cre- voted ‘‘yay.’’ issues, Dan decided to run for the Board of ation, and fair housing. As a dedicated public f Supervisors there. servant, she has continuously represented the In 1972, Dan was elected to the Board, needs of both her constituents and underrep- CONGO-BRAZZAVILLE serving as a Chairperson for two of his three resented Americans across this country. terms. As a Supervisor, Dan took local leader- Under Chairwoman FUDGE’s leadership, 14 HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL ship on justice and gender and racial equality, members of the Congressional Black Caucus OF NEW YORK health care access, environment, and trans- traveled to my district in September 2013 to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portation issues. honor the lives of the four little girls killed in Thursday, December 11, 2014 Dan never backed down from his lifelong the 1963 bombing of the Sixteenth Street Bap- fight against discrimination and injustice. He tist Church. She has also traveled to my Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, 2015 will be an worked to bring in women, minorities, and indi- hometown of Selma on multiple occasions to important year for the future of African democ- viduals living with developmental disabilities to commemorate the Selma-to-Montgomery racy. Many countries on the continent will ei- the workforce. For example, Dan appointed March and Bloody Sunday. ther hold or prepare for Presidential elections. the first woman commissioner to the Fire On a personal note, Chairwoman FUDGE If recent history is any guide, some long-serv- Commission. He also garnered Board con- has and continues to serve as a great friend ing African leaders will be tempted to alter sensus regarding supporting workshops, job and mentor to me. I am inspired by her work constitutions or take other quasi-legal steps to training, and a program to ease job access for ethic, problem solving spirit, and remarkable extend their rule. I strongly encourage these the developmentally disabled. insight and knowledge. With these qualities leaders, including President Sassou-Nguesso During his tenure on the Board, Dan ex- and more, she has proven to be invaluable to of Congo-Brazzaville, to resist this temptation panded his efforts beyond local leadership, not only the Congressional Black Caucus, but and to respect the will of their people. representing Santa Clara County on regional to the Congress as a whole. Congo-Brazzaville has enormous natural re- and state-wide governing Boards and Com- Mr. Speaker, Chairwoman FUDGE has led source wealth, including oil, minerals and tim- missions, including becoming a member and the Congressional Black Caucus with great ber. In 2014, the nation’s GDP will be an esti- Chairperson of the Bay Area Quality Manage- character and an unwavering commitment to mated $12.9 billion. It has also received nearly ment District, and a member of the Bay Con- ensuring that all Americans are given equal $2 billion in debt relief since 2010. However, servation and Development Commission, the opportunities to reach their full potential. it is ranked 142 out of 186 on the U.N. Human Association of Bay Area Governments, the Thank you, Chairwoman FUDGE for your serv- Development Index—in other words, human Metropolitan Transportation Commission, and ice and astute leadership. development is low. Political opposition is re- the Advisory Council of the State Office of f pressed, so discussion about governance and Planning and Research. how to improve and deliver broader economic In 1982, Dan was elected State Senator FALLEN MICHIGAN SHERIFF’S growth is limited. where he served for three terms. As a Sen- DEPUTY In 2016, when it is time for the people of ator, Dan authored legislation in a variety of Congo-Brazzaville to go to the polls and elect areas including: comprehensive water plans HON. MIKE ROGERS a President, they deserve the chance to for the State, water reclamation, conservation, OF MICHIGAN choose a new leader who will endeavor to de- consumer protection, people with disabilities, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES liver equitable growth to their country. Accord- LGBT issues, and humane treatment of ani- ing to the constitution, that should be their Thursday, December 11, 2014 mals. right—President Nguesso’s two 7-year terms After leaving office, Dan worked as a Com- Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I will have expired. However, there are indica- missioner on the California Medical Assistance rise today to pay tribute to Deputy Grant Wil- tions that he is considering amending that Commission with the Office of the Governor, liam Whitaker who was killed in the line of constitution so he is eligible to run again, fur- working to enhance access to medical care for duty on Sunday, December 7, 2014 in Stock- ther extending his 30-year long rule. those in need. bridge Township, Michigan. Deputy Whitaker The events in Burkina Faso earlier this fall Throughout his career Dan has been known was 25 years old and had been with the should give pause to any leader considering for his stellar work ethic, incredible resilience, Ingham County Sheriff’s Office for one and a constitutional changes that would allow them professionalism, and commitment to hard work half years. Deputy Whitaker had previously to extend their rule. President Nguesso should in the best interest of the people. I wish Dan served as a police officer with Stockbridge Po- allow the voters of Congo-Brazzaville to select the happiest of birthdays, congratulate him on lice Department and Waterloo Township Po- a new leader and engage in real democracy— his impressive career, and commend him for lice. Grant grew up with the drive to serve his a process that involves a peaceful change in his invaluable service to our community and community and found his calling in law en- government. the State of California. We have been lucky to forcement. A native of Stockbridge, Grant Let 2015 be a year filled with peace and have him. went to Stockbridge High School where he prosperity for the Congolese people. Let a le- f played baseball. He was an avid outdoorsman gitimate, democratic transfer of power be the who hunted deer, waterfowl and turkey. He legacy of President Sassou-Nguesso. Let his HONORING CONGRESSIONAL enjoyed playing pool and golf and spending actions serve as a model and inspiration for BLACK CAUCUS CHAIRWOMAN time with his nephews. It is tragic when any other leaders in the region. And let democracy MARCIA FUDGE loved one passes, and to lose someone so and the rule of law prosper in sub-Saharan Af- young and so dedicated to his community is a rica. HON. TERRI A. SEWELL terrible loss indeed. My thoughts and prayers f OF ALABAMA are with Grant’s parents and family during this HONOR AND PRIVILEGE OF SERV- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES difficult time. ING IN CONGRESS FOR THE f Thursday, December 11, 2014 PAST 18 YEARS Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, PERSONAL EXPLANATION today I rise with my colleagues to pay tribute HON. DONNA M. CHRISTENSEN to the indelible mark my colleague and friend HON. BILL HUIZENGA OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Representative MARCIA FUDGE has had on the OF MICHIGAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Congressional BLACK CAUCUS during her time IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as our chairwoman in the 113th Congress. Thursday, December 11, 2014 She has been an outstanding chairwoman Thursday, December 11, 2014 Mrs. CHRISTENSEN. Mr. Speaker, Like to the Congressional Black Caucus and I have Mr. HUIZENGA of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I several members before me, as I prepare to been honored to serve under her fine leader- rise today regarding a missed vote on Decem- depart, I rise to address this body in which I

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OF ILLINOIS I thank my constituents, the people of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Virgin Islands for their overwhelming support I had the privilege of working with others to at every election from 1996 through 2012, and create and maintain the Minority AIDS Initia- Thursday, December 11, 2014 for their advice, counsel and their prayers dur- tive, to improve Ryan White, to expand the ing my tenure. Children’s Health Insurance, and to create the Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, it is I thank the leadership under whom I have National Institute on Minority Health and an honor to recognize Northern Illinois Univer- served—Republican and Democrat—for their Health Disparities at NIH. sity from my district for its proactive leadership support of legislation and the concerns of the in creating safe, supportive living-learning There is more, but most of all I am proud of communities by protecting all students from people of the Virgin Islands. But I especially the individuals and families we have helped in thank my Democratic leaders for their unwav- sexual assaults. our district and Washington offices. ering support and advocacy on my and my I commend NIU President Doug Baker for constituents behalf. We helped resolve immigration, veterans, convening a Task Force on the Violence Special thanks to the leaders and the mem- military, TWIC card, VICORP, social security, Against Women Act to bring together students, bers of the Congressional Black Caucus from and Homeland Security issues, some involving faculty, staff, administrators, public safety offi- the first Chair MAXINE WATERS, all the way to saving jobs or getting them thousands of dol- cials, and the DeKalb community on this im- our most recent Chair MARCIA FUDGE and all lars they were owed. We were not 100% suc- portant issue. To illustrate this collaboration, I in between. cessful, but we always pursued the issues on would like to insert a student perspective into I have been successful in my ability to rep- behalf of our constituents to the nth degree. the RECORD offered by the President of NIU’s resent my district and to contribute to their Student Association. So again to everyone who voted for me, health and wellbeing and that of all of the peo- Their hard work resulted in the Task Force ple of this country and beyond, because of who supported my efforts and who helped to provide the tools for a better life for the people Report which contains recommendations that their overwhelming support. enhance NIU’s efforts in the prevention of sex- of the Virgin Islands, thank you. Being named as Chair of the CBC Health ual assault, provide support for sexual assault Braintrust gave me a national platform that al- I will forever be grateful to all of you and will victims and survivors, and strengthen policies lowed a non-voting member, from a Territory always consider it the highest honor to have and processes related to student conduct and that many members could not locate on a been able to serve the people of the U.S. Vir- reporting. I am proud to say NIU is among the map, the opportunity to influence not only local gin Islands and my country for 18 wonderful first universities in the nation to conduct such but national policy. And I thank the leaders years. a comprehensive and public review. and members of our TriCaucus partners—the My constituents’ health and safety is a top Hispanic and Asian Pacific Caucuses—and f my fellow Delegates for their support as well. priority. Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the hard work of NIU’s Task Force and look forward to And above all I thank the very best staff HONORING COMPAN˜ EROS EN anyone could ask for. Without them I could not continuing to work with NIU on our shared SALUD/PARTNERS IN HEALTH, commitment to campus safety. have accomplished anything and my family NFP who sacrificed so that I could serve. STUDENT PERSPECTIVE In these 18 years I served on several com- One of the most memorable days in a par- mittees: Natural Resources where I was a HON. BILL FOSTER ent’s life is the one in which they send their Ranking member on the Parks and Public child off to college. Parents can only hope Lands Subcommittee and chair of the Sub- OF ILLINOIS the well-being of their child is in good hands. committee on Insular Affairs, Wildlife, Oceans It is our duty as decision makers in the uni- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES versity community to make sure we have a and Fisheries; the Committee on Small Busi- safe environment for our students. This is ness, the Committee on Homeland Security Thursday, December 11, 2014 why as President of the Northern Illinois and finally with the Support of the CBC, I be- University (NIU) Student Association, I came the first delegate ever to serve on the Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in reached out to groups across campus, from exclusive Committee on Energy and Com- honor Compan˜eros en Salud/Partners in the NIU Police to our Health Enhancement merce. I particularly thank Chairwoman Health, a not-for-profit grass roots organization Department, to collaborate on a White FUDGE, Assistant Leader CLYBURN and Leader in Aurora, Illinois that is celebrating its 15th House-initiated campaign called ‘‘It’s On Us’’. The It’s On Us campaign mobilizes stu- PELOSI for that honor. Anniversary. dents and advocates for their awareness of I have been blessed to serve in interesting Since 1999, Compan˜eros en Salud/Partners responses to and prevention of campus sex- times and during the terms of three presi- in Health, NFP has provided assistance for ual assaults, a pressing issue facing our na- dents—Presidents Clinton, Bush and Obama. members of the Hispanic community and other tion today. I commend everyone involved Even without a vote I participated in discus- diverse groups to ensure equal access to with the campaign for making a positive sions on every major issue in these 18 years change to our campus culture. health care and other social services in the both in Congress and in each White House. It is exceedingly important to note this Fox Valley. I would especially like to recognize And I have been fortunate with the help and student-led movement is the bottom-up com- support of the many who I have thanked to Dr. Lulu Blacksmith, Compan˜eros en Salud’s panion to a top-down approach by the uni- have been able through increased rum cover founder, for her dedication and leadership of versity administration. I recognize and ap- over funds, forgiveness of disaster loans, ena- the organization. plaud the efforts of NIU President Doug bling borrowing and helping to ensure terri- Baker and his administration for their Through programs such as the Latina proactive approach to addressing sexual as- tories were included in the recovery act to Health Festival, the Men’s Health Festival, and saults on campus, embodied in the work of help stave off what would have been a far Language Access Healthcare, Compan˜eros en the Presidential Task Force on Violence worse impact from the national and global re- Salud has become an important resource for Against Women Act. This task force and the cession. our community. Since its founding, the organi- report created from it will play a crucial role My staff and I were able to increase funding zation has been expanding its focus into areas in the health, safety and well-being of our for roads and provide new funding for waste- students, faculty, staff and community mem- such as mental health and diabetes, while still bers. It makes me a proud student to see NIU water treatment systems and other infrastruc- offering high quality service to those who need ture repair. First responder funding reached as one of the national leaders paving the way assistance the most. on such significant issues. Judging by the unprecedented highs. I would like to offer my sincere congratula- energy felt around campus, I believe my fel- And even though we were unsuccessful in low students agree. our efforts to get state like treatment for the tions to Compan˜eros en Salud/Partners in JOE FRASCELLO, territories in the Affordable Care Act, I count Health, NFP as it celebrates its 15th Anniver- President, STUDENT ASSOCIATION, as one of my most important legacies is the sary. Northern Illinois University.

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IN HONOR OF RACHEL STANLEY is at odds with consistent House Origination DOC HASTINGS for his tireless efforts and inex- Clause practice. Specifically, the ruling from a haustible service on behalf of Washington HON. RON KIND three-judge panel of the D.C. Circuit held that State. I had the privilege of working closely OF WISCONSIN because the primary aim of PPACA was not to with him while he was chairman of the Natural IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES raise revenue, but rather to ‘‘induce participa- Resources Committee on many projects in- tion in health insurance plans,’’ it was not a cluding my Alpine Lakes legislation which we Thursday, December 11, 2014 ‘‘bill for raising Revenue’’ within the meaning passed just last week. In all things, DOC Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank of the Origination Clause. Sissel v. HHS, Op. stands up for his beliefs and the best interests Rachel Stanley for her many contributions to at 13 (July 29, 2014). of his constituents and I think there can be no the House of Representatives and specifically Although some courts have taken a nar- higher praise for a member of Congress. He to my office. At the end of this year, Rachel rower view of what constitutes a ‘‘a bill for will be missed in the Washington Delegation will be leaving my office to pursue opportuni- raising revenue,’’ the ‘‘primary purpose’’ test as he has shared with all of us the wisdom he ties away from Capitol Hill. articulated in Sissel presents heightened chal- has gathered during his 20 years in office. I Rachel joined my staff in the fall of 2011 as lenges in interpretation that not only threaten wish him all the best in his future endeavors my Legislative Assistant handling the tax and the constitutional balance in Congress but in- and I know he leaves behind a wonderful leg- financial services portfolio. She hit the ground vite subjective judicial scrutiny of the legisla- acy for Washington State and for America to running and was invaluable from the start. tive process. This analysis may lead to confu- remember him by. Recognizing her growth in the office, she was sion between the legislative and judicial f promoted to Tax Counsel and will leave my of- branch on measures where the primary pur- fice after serving for the past year as my Leg- pose is not easily ascertainable, measures HONORING LILLIE G. HENSON islative Director. Rachel was particularly suc- that contain multiple, competing purposes, and cessful in working on the Cooperative and measures that state a purpose that is in con- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Small Employer Charity Pension Flexibility Act, flict with its content. OF MISSISSIPPI which provides flexibility for multiple employer The House’s traditional provision-by-provi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pension plans by allowing them to opt in or sion review of a measure and the effect of Thursday, December 11, 2014 out of Pension Protection Act funding rules. each on revenue is the more sound approach. This allows for more money to be invested This interpretation has served the Congress Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- into businesses and communities. well when resolving differences between the er, I rise today to honor a remarkable hero, Over the past year, Rachel has served as House and Senate on the Origination Clause. Lillie G. Henson. my Legislative Director. Under her tenure, my I offer H.R. 4310, the National Defense Au- Lillie G. Dean Henson was born to the late office has a number of legislative accomplish- thorization Act for Fiscal Year 2013, as a re- Aaron and Lillian Dean on August 10, 1949 in ments, including awarding the Medal of Honor cent example. H.R. 4310, as passed by the Sardis, MS Panola County. She is the ninth of to Alonzo Cushing, advocating for greater rail House on May 18, 2012, was a lengthy meas- eleven children, five boys and six girls. There safety, and pushing for a tax code that en- ure that addressed nearly every aspect of our were many challenges that she faced that courages American manufacturing. national defense. The Senate amended it on seemed to have placed her in the line of the Next year, Rachel will join the staff of Prin- December 4, 2012 with its own version of the first born. She was blessed to be born in a cipal Financial, where she will continue to bill. Rather than attempting to assess the pur- Christian home where reading and studying work on tax and pension policy. While I am pose of this diverse, multifaceted measure, the the bible were not an option, therefore, her sorry to see her leave my staff, I wish her the Committee on Ways and Means reviewed faith in the Lord was well rooted and ground- best of luck in her new role. Rachel embodies both the House and Senate measures in their ed. the term public service and has worked tire- entirety. This review of the Senate amendment Faced with many challenges of sickness in lessly to make our nation a better place, which revealed a subtitle that included import restric- my family, Lillie learned the application of her has not been easy given the current toxic en- tions on Iran. Import restrictions invoke the faith was the only true anchor. Growing up vironment. It is unfortunate that we are losing revenue jurisdiction of the Committee on Ways was very challenging at times. Early in her such a competent and dedicated public serv- and Means and have been the subject of growing up years her mother was stricken with ant. Origination Clause action in the past. In re- a severe heart condition which required lots of Mr. Speaker, on my behalf, thank you to sponse to this institutional infringement, I of- rest and carefully prepared meals. Rachel for her service and dedication to not fered House Resolution 829, a measure re- At the age of fourteen, much of the respon- only the constituents of the Third District of turning H.R. 4310 and the offending amend- sibility of taking care of the family fell upon Lil- Wisconsin, but to all Americans. ment to the Senate. House Resolution 829 lie. Cooking breakfast for the family and pre- f was adopted by the House unanimously on paring a special diet for her ailing mom before December 12, 2012. In response to the House going off to school was quite an experience. ORIGINATION CLAUSE action, the Senate, also by unanimous con- As a little girl growing up, Lillie’s dad would sent, stripped the Iran sanctions content from ask her to read the bible to him, and as a HON. DAVE CAMP its amendment, and the measure proceeded child she remembers reading: ‘‘Honor your fa- OF MICHIGAN to conference. The bill was enacted into law ther and your mother that your days may be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on January 2, 2013. long upon the earth.’’ This scripture and many others rested in her spirit as she grew into Thursday, December 11, 2014 As chair of the oldest committee in the House, I have strived to protect this venerable adulthood. Lillie’s passion for the word of God Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise to address institutional prerogative and clarify its applica- grew greater and greater. an important institutional issue. Under the tion when needed. I am especially grateful to By the time Lillie was a junior in high Constitution, it is the prerogative of the House the majority and minority staff of the com- school, she began to make plans for college of Representatives to originate revenue meas- mittee for their vigilance in this area. I hope . . . only to be asked by her ailing mother to ures. Article 1, section 7, clause 1 of the these remarks will clarify the House position stay home to make sure her younger sister, United States Constitution provides that ‘‘All on this important constitutional issue. who was then a junior, finish high school. Her Bills for raising revenue shall originate in the f plans were shattered but she learned to be House of Representatives; but the Senate obedient to her parents through the studying may propose or concur with Amendments as HONORING CONGRESSMAN DOC of the scriptures. on other Bills.’’ This clause is commonly HASTINGS ON HIS RETIREMENT In 1969, Lillie’s mother went to be with the known as the Origination Clause. As chairman Lord, her sister completed her junior year of of the Committee on Ways and Means, I have SPEECH OF high school with perfect attendance and com- a special responsibility in guarding this impor- HON. DAVID G. REICHERT pleted high school as planned. tant House prerogative. OF WASHINGTON In 1970, Lillie moved to Chicago with her A recent court decision has caused me to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES older siblings. Lillie was employed at Brachs come to this floor to re-affirm the House posi- Candy Company for twenty years. She was tion on the Origination Clause. The rationale Wednesday, December 10, 2014 among the first few African Americans to hold used by the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, today, I would a manager’s position in the Quality Control their July 29, 2014 decision in Sissel v. HHS like to thank my distinguished colleague Mr. Department.

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Lillie’s dad passed away in f Kenya, Mongolia, and Pakistan, which ex- 1991 and Rebecca lived ten years after his plored ways to strengthen transparency and death. TRIBUTE TO COLONEL JAMES W. government oversight. In October, he led a Since 1996 to present, Lillie has been em- COOKSEY foreign staff training seminar for HDP’s partner ployed as Program Manager at Youth Oppor- countries teaching effective legislative over- tunities Unlimited, a Youth Development Pro- HON. MIKE COFFMAN sight, budget analysis, committee operations, gram located in Lambert, MS. OF COLORADO and constituent relations. Lastly, in November Lillie continued her education at Northwest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he developed a workshop for women Mem- Community College, Senatobia, MS., Rust Thursday, December 11, 2014 bers of Parliament from Afghanistan, Albania, College, Holly Springs, MS., and in 2012, she Bhutan, the Democratic Republic of Congo, earned a BA in Ministry and in 2013 she re- Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Georgia, Honduras, Kenya, Mongolia and ceived a Masters in Christian Counseling from recognize Colonel James W. Cooksey of Au- Peru offering tools and resources to grow their Jacksonville Theological Seminary in Jackson- rora, Colorado, who was awarded a Congres- capacity as legislators and leaders in their ville, FL. sional Gold Medal on December 10, 2014, for home countries. Through Dr. Rudenshiold’s Lillie is happily married, the proud mother of his service with the Civil Air Patrol during hard work, HDP successfully executed a busy four children, eleven grandchildren and two World War II. 2014 program and has laid the groundwork for great grand boys. Colonel Cooksey began his decorated ca- an equally ambitious 2015 agenda. You can find her teaching Sunday school on reer in 1943 as a cadet in the Civil Air Patrol. Mr. Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, Sunday mornings at Pleasant Green M.B. During World War II, Colonel Cooksey served please join me in recognizing Dr. Eric Church, Sardis, MS, also a praise and worship as a Civil Air Patrol Observer, conducting air Rudenshiold for his years of service in pursuit leader, counseling, and encouraging and nur- search and rescue missions. of the ideal of effective, representative democ- turing those in need. Colonel Cooksey continued his service with racy not just in the United States, but through- Eph. 6:2, ‘‘Honor thy father and mother; both the Army and, subsequently, the Air out the world, and in wishing him all the best which is the first commandment with promise.’’ Force. It was during his time in the Air Force as he embarks on new challenges and a new Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me that he served in Korea, Turkey, and Thailand. chapter. in recognizing Mrs. Lillie G. Henson for she is Additionally, he worked in the U.S. Air Force f definitely the epitome of an unsung hero. Academy Admissions Office and was an HONORING CONGRESSMAN JAMES f ROTC instructor at Michigan State University. After retiring from active duty, Colonel MORAN ACKNOWLEDGING BERNARD Cooksey taught history for 20 years at Aurora MULLIGAN Hills Middle School. Throughout his career, he HON. BETTY McCOLLUM continued to serve in the Civil Air Patrol and OF MINNESOTA HON. JEFF DENHAM became Vice Commander of the Rocky Moun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA tain Region. Thursday, December 11, 2014 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In total, Colonel Cooksey dedicated 71 years to the Civil Air Patrol, and currently re- Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise Thursday, December 11, 2014 mains a dues paying member. It gives me to pay tribute to the career of Congressman Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to great pride to represent such an exemplary JAMES MORAN. I had the pleasure of serving acknowledge Bernard Mulligan and to person- American in Congress. Mr. Speaker, it is an alongside JIM on the Appropriations Com- ally thank him for his life-long spirit of public honor to recognize Colonel James W. mittee, including both the Defense and Inte- service and his unyielding commitment to the Cooksey for his service to his country. rior-Environment subcommittees. Congress- man MORAN’s experience and wisdom not only community of Morgan Hill. f Bernie graduated from Red Bank Catholic benefited his district and the nation, but myself High School in New Jersey in 1960. He later RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF as well. went on to receive a Bachelor’s and Master’s DR. ERIC RUDENSHIOLD Congressman MORAN has always brought degree in Political Science from Temple Uni- passion to his work in Congress and that pas- versity in Philadelphia, PA. Following his grad- sion will be sorely missed next year. HON. PETER J. ROSKAM Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the uation, he moved to Morgan Hill, CA where he OF ILLINOIS service of Congressman JAMES MORAN in the has been an active member of the community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for the past 40 years. United States House of Representatives. Among his many accomplishments, Bernie Thursday, December 11, 2014 f Mulligan was the Volunteer Coordinator for the Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on IN HONOR OF TRAVIS ROBEY community’s annual Independence Day cele- behalf of my colleague, Congressman DAVID bration. He chaired the Blue Ribbon Task PRICE, and the Members of the House Democ- HON. RON KIND Force on medical needs and is a member of racy Partnership (HDP) to recognize a dedi- OF WISCONSIN the Board of Trustees for the Morgan Hill cated public servant, Dr. Eric Rudenshiold, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Community Health Foundation and the Saint who recently concluded his service as staff di- Louise Regional Hospital Foundation. Bernie rector for HDP. As chairman of HDP, it has Thursday, December 11, 2014 is the current President of the Morgan Hill Sis- been my privilege to work with Dr. Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank ter Cities program and personally founded the Rudenshiold to engage the legislative bodies Travis Robey for his many contributions to the Headford, Ireland and Seferihisar, Turkey Sis- of developing democracies around the world. House of Representatives and specifically to ter City Associations. During his tenure with HDP, Dr. my office. At the end of this year, Travis will Bernie has spent countless hours promoting Rudenshiold has been a passionate advocate be leaving my office to pursue opportunities the values of limited government through sev- for democracy building and an expert on glob- away from Capitol Hill. eral years of service on the Santa Clara Coun- al political development. He was instrumental Travis first came to Capitol Hill as a Legisla- ty Republican Committee and working on the in helping to stabilize HDP after a turbulent tive Assistant for Congresswoman Darlene 1980 and 1984 campaigns for President Ron- post-sequester period and his strategic vision Hooley, focusing on health policy. He joined ald Reagan. has helped to put HDP on sound footing for the staff of Congressman MIKE THOMPSON in Bernie has one son, Sean, who is a pro- the future. April of 2008 as a Legislative Assistant. In gramming engineer. Bernie’s hobbies include In addition to sewing as a knowledgeable 2009, he joined my staff as Legislative Direc- traveling, music, and drinking Irish ales and and trusted counselor, Dr. Rudenshiold exe- tor. From day one in my office, Travis worked stouts. He is known by members of the Mor- cuted a massive logistical feat with deftness tirelessly on health care reform. Through

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.040 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1814 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 tough negotiations, he helped me lead the chronic hunger. Many of the world’s poor live blueprint for Alzheimer’s research. However, Quality Care Coalition and was successful in in rural areas and rely on agriculture for a liv- for the progress this disease requires, sci- getting the Value Modifier for Physician pay- ing, and growth in the agriculture sector is one entists need additional funds to carry out the ments included in health care reform. That of the best ways to spur the kind of economic blueprint. provision incorporated quality and cost metrics growth that reduces poverty. While Congress provided a much needed as a factor in physician reimbursements for In 2013 alone, Feed the Future reached addition of $100 million in Alzheimer’s re- more than 12.5 million children with nutrition the first time. Additionally, he helped me suc- search, a chronic underinvestment in Alz- interventions to help ensure a stronger and cessfully advocate for the small business ex- heimer’s research persists. Congress must changes and small business tax credits in the more successful future. It has helped nearly 7 continue its commitment to the fight against ACA, which were modeled after legislation that million farmers and food producers use new Alzheimer’s by increasing funding for Alz- he had worked on. technologies and management practices. And heimer’s research in Fiscal Year 2015 by $200 Apart from his successes during health care it has leveraged more than $10 billion through million. reform, Travis was integral on the staff level in complementary efforts in private sector com- negotiating the successful adoption of the mitments in African agriculture—the majority Democrats and Republicans alike should be SMART Act Secondary Payer Reform into law. from African businesses. united in tackling Alzheimer’s. After all, it is a Being in the Minority can make legislative suc- With broad support from U.S. universities, disease that affects individuals regardless of cesses fleeting, but Travis had the talent to NGOs, faith-based organizations, the private party preference, a disease that affects our work with the Majority to get meaningful things sector, and beneficiaries, Feed the Future au- very own constituents and loved ones, and a done in one of the most dysfunctional con- thorization offers an opportunity for Congress disease that we, as elected officials, have a gresses of all time. to put its stamp on this program and ensure responsibility to do something about. As my Legislative Director, Travis effectively that we have the appropriate oversight meas- cultivated junior staff into successful Legisla- ures in place. f tive Assistants who continue to be an asset to Passage of this legislation will demonstrate my team. Over the past year, Travis has that we are serious about finding common- HONORING DR. MICHAEL WAHL, served as my Chief of Staff in Washington, sense solutions to one of the world’s greatest MD D.C. Under his tenure, my office was legisla- challenges—hunger—creating economic sta- tively successful, despite being in the Minority bility overseas that will benefit the American in a very polarized Congress. I am proud that people as well. HON. PETER J. ROSKAM he has helped my staff to remain legislatively Mr. Speaker, I urge the passage of H.R. OF ILLINOIS productive despite great challenges. 5656, the Feed the Future Global Food Secu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Next year, Travis will join the staff of the rity Act of 2014. American Hospital Association, where he will f Thursday, December 11, 2014 continue to work on important health policy challenges. While I am sorry to see him leave ADDITIONAL FUNDING FOR Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to my staff after almost 6 years, I wish him the ALZHEIMER’S RESEARCH honor Dr. Michael Wahl, who I am pleased to best of luck in his new role. Travis embodies ´ nominate for the Wave Maker Award for the the term public service and has worked tire- HON. TONY CARDENAS 5th Annual Unsung Heroes of Public Health lessly to make our nation a better place, which OF CALIFORNIA Campaign. This award recognizes individuals has not been easy given the current toxic en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for their work on a major regional or national vironment. It is unfortunate that we are losing Thursday, December 11, 2014 program that has had a significant positive im- such a competent and dedicated public serv- Mr. CA´ RDENAS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise pact on an important public health issue. ant. to speak in support for increased funding for Dr. Wahl has devoted his life to improving Mr. Speaker, on my behalf, thank you to Alzheimer’s research. public health and safety in Illinois. Since 1998, Travis for his service and dedication to not There is no other way to put it: Alzheimer’s he has served as the Medical Director for the only the constituents of the Third District of is a terrible disease. It destroys your memory Illinois Poison Cente—the oldest poison center Wisconsin, but to all Americans. and thinking skills, and eventually even the in the United States. During his tenure, Dr. f ability to carry out the simplest of tasks. Wahl initiated the Poison Center Hotline, GLOBAL FOOD SECURITY ACT OF In the United States, more than 5 million which currently treats over 90% of incoming 2014 Americans currently have Alzheimer’s, and accidental poisoning calls at home without a about half of those with the disease do not SPEECH OF trip to a medical facility. The Hotline saves the know they have it. In fact, every 67 seconds, State of Illinois $52 million in unnecessary HON. ANDER CRENSHAW someone in this country develops Alz- health care costs each year and has pre- OF FLORIDA heimer’s—a staggering statistic, no doubt—but vented thousands of severe medical emer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by 2050, it will be every 33 seconds. To make gencies. Building on this successful model, Dr. Wednesday, December 10, 2014 matters worse, Alzheimer’s is the only cause Wahl has set up similar state hotlines for Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of death in the top 10 in America without a H1N1, Middle Eastern Respiratory Syndrome to join my colleagues in strong support of H.R. way to prevent, treat, or slow the progression (MERS), and currently Ebola, which provide 5656, the Feed the Future Global Food Secu- of the disease. In other words, there is no the general public and health care providers rity Act of 2014, on the eve of passage of the cure. with vital information during infectious disease Fiscal Year 2015 Omnibus that provides just It should not be a surprise that Alzheimer’s outbreaks. over $1 billion to the Feed the Future Pro- is the most expensive disease in America. In 2014, caring for people with the disease and Dr. Wahl and the Illinois Poison Center have gram. The passage of this bill would authorize also done important work in conjunction with this USAID program for one year at just under other dementias will cost the United States an estimated $214 billion. Medicare and Medicaid the Office of the Illinois Attorney General and Fiscal Year 2014 level, bringing stability to this law enforcement to observe trends in synthetic successful program while giving Congress fu- spending will shoulder the majority of the care cost, an estimated $150 billion this year alone. drug use and provide local officials with data ture oversight. and surveillance on these chemicals. Because Feed the Future through its whole-of-gov- This means that roughly 1 in 5 Medicare dol- lars are spent on someone with Alzheimer’s. of these initiatives, synthetic drug use in Illi- ernment approach has been successful in pro- nois has not reached the high prevalence ex- moting both agricultural-based and market- And unless something is done, the costs of Alzheimer’s to Americans will total $1.2 trillion, perienced by other states. Finally, Dr. Wahl based development and in improving the nutri- lends his time and experience to the Illinois tion of women and children. This creates in today’s dollars, including an over 500% in- crease in Medicare and Medicaid spending on Department of Public Health Work Group to healthy populations and gives livelihoods to reduce the alarming rate of heroin use by pre- these families, both of which grow these de- Alzheimer’s. Congress has already taken action to ad- scription drug abusers. In these many chal- veloping economies. lenging endeavors, Dr. Wahl brings an unpar- The focus on food security and agriculture dress this very serious issue. Specifically, alleled passion for service and a commitment development of Feed the Future started during Congress unanimously passed the National to improve lives throughout the State of Illi- the Bush Administration and has continued Alzheimer’s Project Act (NAPA) in 2010, call- nois. through today. ing for the creation of a National Alzheimer’s But, Mr. Speaker, today more than 800 mil- Plan. That plan has resulted in some notable Mr. Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues, lion people around the world still suffer from accomplishments, including the NIH creating a please join me in honoring Dr. Michael Wahl

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Tofa soifua. as a patriot, who answered the call to serve f f this great Nation with honor and distinction, first in the Armed Forces and then for more SUPPORTING AMERICA’S HONORING THE LIFE AND DEDI- than four decades of exceptional civil service CHARITIES ACT CATED SERVICE OF CHARLES at Eglin Air Force Base. To others, he will be HUTTON ‘‘BULL’’ RIGDON, JR. remembered as a man of great faith, who took SPEECH OF on important positions at his church, and as a HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI HON. JEFF MILLER long-time elected official who went above and OF OREGON OF FLORIDA beyond the call of duty to serve the residents IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the community that he called home. To his Thursday, December 11, 2014 family and those of us who were fortunate Wednesday, December 10, 2014 enough to get to know him, Bull will always be Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in oppo- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is remembered as a loving husband, father, sition to H.R. 5806, a bill that seeks to extend with profound sadness that I rise today to rec- grandfather, and friend. three tax provisions that I strongly support. ognize the life and service of my friend, North- Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Despite my interest in seeing the tax provi- west Florida’s beloved Charles Hutton ‘‘Bull’’ Congress, I am proud to recognize the life and sions before us extended permanently, I am Rigdon, Jr. Throughout his long and distin- legacy of Charles Hutton ‘‘Bull’’ Rigdon, Jr. My concerned that doing so in a package without guished life, Bull was a devoted family man, a wife, Vicki, and I extend our deepest prayers so many other important tax provisions might patriotic veteran and civil servant, committed and condolences to his wife Helen Hunt jeopardize our ability to achieve comprehen- civic leader, an exceptional elected official, Rigdon; children, Karen Rigdon Hughes and sive reform of our tax code next Congress. and a great friend. The entire Northwest Flor- Charles William Rigdon; grandchildren Charles Across the district I represent, my constituents ida community mourns the passing of a truly William Lamkin, Lauren Ashley Rigdon, Blake support changing the tax code to make it fair remarkable man. William Rigdon and Montana Dodson; sister, and simple. This will be a difficult process that Bull Rigdon was born in Portland, Florida on Ouida Rigdon Miller; stepson, Michael B. will require significant work and compromise. September 29, 1929, and he spent the major- Dodson; and the entire Rigdon family. Accordingly, I am opposing the bill before us ity of his childhood years growing up in beau- f today, but I will seek a permanent extension of tiful Northwest Florida. A true patriot, Bull these provisions through broader tax reform served with honor and distinction in the United RECOGNIZING ORLANDO REGIONAL next Congress. States Army, where he served in both World MEDICAL CENTER AIR CARE TEAM I am committed to policies that support our War II and the Korean War. After leaving the social safety net, particularly as our constitu- Armed Forces, Bull continued his service to HON. DANIEL WEBSTER ents continue to recover from the effects of our Nation as a civil engineer working at Eglin OF FLORIDA the economic downturn. But by passing indi- Air Force Base, Florida. Thanks to his hard- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vidual extensions, we are leaving important work and commitment to excellence, Bull’s 43- Thursday, December 11, 2014 provisions on the table that will benefit our year career as a civil servant at Eglin Air Force Base was marked with wide-spread Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is middle-class families. What they need is com- an honor to recognize Orlando Regional Med- prehensive tax reform that levels the playing success and acclaim. Both during and after his extremely suc- ical Center’s Air Care Team as they celebrate field and allows everyone to have a fair oppor- 30 years of critical-care service. tunity to succeed. cessful civil service career, Bull was also deeply involved as a leader in Northwest Flor- Since 1984, the helicopter transport team I urge my colleagues to oppose this bill. has flown nearly two million rescue miles and f ida’s civic society. He was an active member of First Presbyterian Church, where he served transported more than 29,000 patients to Or- FAREWELL TO THE HONORABLE as a church elder, as well as a Mason and lando Regional Medical Center (ORMC) and ENI FALEOMAVAEGA Shriner, serving as Past Potentate of Hadji other Central Florida medical facilities. The Temple and Master Mason of Alpha Lodge elite crew’s service area encompasses a 100- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA #172. In these capacities, he helped touch the mile radius that includes Orange, Lake, and lives of countless individuals in Northwest Polk counties. Highly trained and experienced OF CALIFORNIA medical personnel, communications special- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Florida, and he served as a true example of selfless community service. ists, pilots and mechanics comprise the team Thursday, December 11, 2014 Bull was also a dedicated local official, serv- that provides emergency medical care on the Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to say a ing for decades in various electoral capacities. scene and in flight. The commitment and ex- fond farewell to our esteemed colleague, the In 1964, he won a seat on the Fort Walton pertise that the team brings to Central Florida truly saves lives, reaching patients within the Honorable ENI FALEOMAVAEGA. Beach City Council, where he served until critical first hour of injury. Since 1989, ENI has honorably represented 1981. During this stint on the City Council, Bull I thank the Air Care Team for their extraor- the people of American Samoa in this cham- also served numerous times as Mayor Pro- dinary work in providing care for the people of ber with a no-nonsense attitude and approach Tem of Fort Walton Beach. Bull rejoined the Central Florida. to legislating. City Council briefly in 1985, when he was He brought the issues that affect Asia and asked to fill a temporary vacancy, before re- f the Pacific regions here to Congress. turning to the City Council full time in 2010, HONORING MS. SARAH DEER He led the first delegation of Asian Amer- where he continued to serve the people of ican members of Congress to Asia. There he Fort Walton Beach until his passing. HON. KEITH ELLISON In addition to his exceptional service on the saw firsthand the devastating impact that the OF MINNESOTA City Council, Bull also served for three dec- Vietnam War’s unexploded ordnances had on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Southeast Asia, especially Laos where about ades on the Okaloosa County Gas Board, rep- 2.5 million tons of bombs were dropped be- resenting the people of Okaloosa County. He Thursday, December 11, 2014 tween 1964 and 1973. played an integral role helping to attract busi- Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in As the Chair of the Subcommittee on Asia nesses and promote economic development in honor of Sarah Deer to congratulate her on re- and the Pacific, this experience led him to Northwest Florida, as evidenced by his elec- ceiving the 2014 MacArthur Foundation Fel- chair the first-ever hearing on UXOs. tion to serve as the first Chairman of the West lowship. This grant is given to individuals who As a Vietnam veteran himself, ENI takes Florida Regional Planning Council, as well as show extraordinary dedication and originality pride in being a strong voice for his fellow his service on the Tourist Development Coun- in their field, as well as exceptional promise Samoans who serve in our military. cil Board. On top of these impressive civic du- for continuing their work in the future. Ms. This passion led his efforts to help establish ties, Bull also served as CEO of the Northwest Deer demonstrated these qualities through her the first VA clinic in Samoa. Florida Fair until his death. In recognition of advocacy and knowledge of tribal and federal

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Mrs against Native American women, a professor phia Award from the Philadelphia Magazine; King was very dedicated to educating children. of law, and co-director of the Indian Law Clinic the Philadelphia Eagles identified her as one In 1998 she was hired at Bankston Elemen- at William Mitchell College of Law. As a mem- of the 75 Greatest Living Philadelphians; in tary School as an assistant teacher until her ber of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, she 2012, the Philadelphia Tribune chose her as health failed again. She retired in 2006. After works with grassroots and national organiza- one of Philadelphia’s Most Influential African retiring from the school system, Mrs. King tions to protect Native American victims of vio- American Leaders, and the Philadelphia In- worked as a Notary Public of the State of Mis- lence. quirer named her Citizen of the Year in 2013. sissippi under Governor Haley Barbour. She Receiving the MacArthur Foundation Fellow- The recognition doesn’t stop there as Mothers also volunteered with the Fannie Lou Hamer ship is a testament to Ms. Deer’s outstanding In Charge has also received numerous organi- Foundation in Leflore County. Later, she be- work. This includes membership on the Amer- zational awards and recognitions. The organi- came Pastor of Monument of Grace Church II ican Bar Association (ABA) Commission on zation was the focus of a special feature on in Lexington, MS for three years under the Domestic Violence and the board of the Na- the OWN Network’s ‘‘Our America’’ with Lisa leadership of Bishop L.J. Johnson. tional Alliance to End Sexual Violence. In Ling. Villanova University produced a docu- Pastor Ethel L. King has made an impact on 2007, Ms. Deer led Amnesty International’s re- mentary, No Greater Pain which journal’s the lives of many children and adults alike, en- port, Maze of Injustice, which cast domestic vi- Dorothy’s unspeakable loss and her arduous couraging them through the scripture, ‘‘. . . olence as an international human rights prob- and unexpected journey to victim advocacy. but seek ye first the kingdom of God, and His lem. Her efforts were instrumental in passing Organizational awards include the Federal righteousness; and all things shall be added the 2013 Violence Against Women Act, giving Bureau of Investigation’s Director of Commu- unto you.’’ tribal courts the power to prosecute non-Na- nity Service Award, the Wells/Fargo/Wachovia Pastor Ethel L. King is married to Edward E. tive Americans who assault Native American Community Service Award, and the School King and they are the proud parents of two spouses or dating partners, or violate a pro- District of Philadelphia Humanitarian Award. beautiful daughters and eight precious grand- tection order on tribal lands. I am pleased to lead the Congress in hon- children. Ms. Deer has exhibited exceptional devotion oring Dorothy Johnson-Speight—founder of Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me to a worthy cause and continues to improve Mothers In Charge—for her unceasing efforts in recognizing Pastor Ethel L. King, a Former countless lives. I appreciate all that she has and outstanding progress in victim advocacy. Educator, a Pastor who is yet inspiring others done to serve our nation, and I thank her for Her legacy in Philadelphia and her mark on and often giving of herself to make many lives her exemplary work. She deserves this honor. the national stage for victim advocacy will better. f leave a legacy on generations to come. f HONORING MS. DOROTHY f SUPPORTING AMERICA’S JOHNSON-SPEIGHT HONORING PASTOR E.L. KING CHARITIES ACT HON. CHAKA FATTAH HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON SPEECH OF OF PENNSYLVANIA OF MISSISSIPPI HON. EARL BLUMENAUER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OREGON Thursday, December 11, 2014 Thursday, December 11, 2014 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. FATTAH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Wednesday, December 10, 2014 pay tribute to one of Philadelphia’s greatest lu- er, I rise today to honor Pastor E.L. King, who Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, it is with minaries, Ms. Dorothy Johnson-Speight, is a former Educator in the Greenwood Public some degree of frustration that I voted no on Founder and Executive Director of Mothers In School District, Extraordinary and public serv- H.R. 5806. I strongly support some of the indi- Charge, Inc. She is a respected leader, solid ant. vidual provisions; indeed, I am the leading advocate and inspirational speaker against the Mrs. Ethel King was born in Leflore County Democratic cosponsor of the provisions relat- war to end senseless acts of violent crime. on June 8, 1959 to Robert and Ethel L. Law- ing to charitable contributions from individual Her work, though rooted in Philadelphia, has rence. At the age of thirteen, her mother died retirement accounts. led to national appearances and presentations and she was nurtured by her grandfather, Mr. I have been a leading supporter of land across the United States and abroad. Willie James Lawrence, along with her seven trusts, working closely with them to fix chal- A licensed family therapist, Dorothy actively siblings. lenges raised by application of the estate tax engages in championing the rights of children Mrs. King attended Greenwood Public for instance, and broadly supporting their work and families. She has a distinguished career School. She dropped out of school in the across the country to protect and preserve our in victim advocacy. In 2001, her life was for- twelfth grade in 1976 because she had her nation’s heritage and open spaces. I have ever changed following the tragic murder of first child. She was very independent and de- worked hard to improve resources for Or- her son Khaaliq Jabbar Johnson over a park- termined to make an easier life for her child. egon’s food banks and to end hunger both at ing space dispute. That tragic incident left Mrs. She immediately went to work at Rocky Manu- home and abroad. Johnson-Speight needing the support of oth- factory at the age of eighteen. She remained Today, we are abandoning any semblance ers. She reached out to other grieving mothers there 31⁄2 years. She left Rocky Manufactory that this Congress is going to work on major and together they founded the non-profit orga- to work for Irvin Industry Automobile & Parts accomplishments before we adjourn. nization Mothers In Charge, Inc., a grassroots for 31⁄2 years. After seven years of working in With this and similar tax extender votes, organization whose mission is violence pre- a factory environment, she felt life had more to Congress appears to have given up on deficit vention through education. Mothers In Charge offer her. She went on to take her GED and reduction, despite my colleagues otherwise engages in proactive intervention with chil- attended Mississippi Valley State University in voracious appetite for it—an appetite that led dren, young adults, families and community 1986. Before completing college in November, to House Republicans attempting to cut nutri- organizations. 1989, her daughter fell ill and later died with tion assistance to poor Americans by $39 bil- The work of Mothers In Charge under the Leukemia in December, 1990. While at the lion last year. Section five of this bill, in fact, direction of Mrs. Johnson-Speight has moti- University Hospital, she volunteered as a coor- specifically strikes the Republican’s own PAY- vated mothers from around the country who dinator to help parents cope with their chil- GO rules. Budget-busting proposals are roar- have suffered the indescribable loss of a child. dren’s illness. She later volunteered with a ing through here with no semblance of hon- Chapters of this extraordinary organization candidate for a supervisor position in the 2nd oring the Republicans’ own budget rules or have been founded in Wilmington, DE, San District in Greenwood. their budget resolution. Francisco, CA, Los Angeles, CA, Kansas City, Mrs. King was called into the Ministry in With this and similar tax extender votes, MO, Atlantic City, NJ, Brooklyn, NY and Har- 1992. She completed her Bachelor of Science Congress appears also to have given up on risburg, PA. Degree in Criminal Justice in 1993. After com- tax reform because we are not going to be

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K11DE8.026 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1817 able to have meaningful tax reform if we are HONORING THE LIFE OF KELLY Marvis ‘‘Big Daddy’’ Hood, Jr. was born in just willy-nilly going to rush all these provisions KNOTT Marlin, Texas to Marvis and Jewelene Hood through. with one sibling, Graham Hood. In 1960, Mr. My colleague, Chairman CAMP, worked for HON. JOHN KLINE Hood joined the United States Air Force and years to produce a deficit-neutral tax reform, OF MINNESOTA later re-enlisted in the United States Army which had much to commend it, and I com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 52nd Sig BN, performing 22 years of military mend him for his hard work. All of these provi- service. He voluntarily served three tours in Thursday, December 11, 2014 sions of tax extenders were addressed in his Vietnam and eventually retired on Oct 6, 1984 tax reform, but they were dealt with differently. Mr. KLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to as a Staff Sergeant. During his service, he Not all were extended permanently. Some honor the life of Katherine ‘‘Kelly’’ Marjory earned five Good Conduct Medals, the Na- were modified and some were repealed, as Krauser Knott. Kelly fought a courageous bat- tional Defense Service Medal, the Vietnam part of a deliberative process to evaluate their tle against breast cancer, which sadly took her Service Medal (5 campaigns), the Vietnam impact and to not break the bank. This vote— life on December 3. Campaign Medal, the Vietnam Cross of Gal- like similar unpaid for permanent tax extender As demonstrated at a memorial service ear- lantry w/Palm, and Expert on Rifle and Pistol votes—abandons that effort. lier this week, Kelly touched many lives. The awards. He earned the nickname ‘‘Big Daddy’’ This bill is not going to be enacted into law gathering held in her memory overflowed with playing football during a duty station assign- as the President’s veto threat makes clear, love and grief shared by her many friends, col- ment in Naples, Italy where he earned MVP and Congress will pick up where it left off— leagues, and family members. as an Offensive tackle. and frankly, where Mr. CAMP left off—as we Kelly was a graduate of New Canaan High While in the military, he married Vera Mae work with our colleagues in the other body School and St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, Touchstone, a childhood friend. They had and our constituents to move forward on the Indiana. She earned a master’s degree from three sons, Roderick, Marcus, and Marvis III. things that we are all committed to in a way George Washington University. Mr. Hood remarried on March 18th, 1977, to that is fiscally responsible, is bipartisan and She began her career in the nation’s capital the love of his life Dora Jean Taylor. Having thoughtful, to get the outcomes we all share. as an aide to our former colleague, Rep. Mel moved to Modesto for the remainder of his f Hancock of Missouri. She worked in and military career, he also served as a Reserve around policy with true grace and profes- RECOGNIZING 2015 ILLINOIS Officer with the Stanislaus County Sheriff De- sionalism. She held various positions through- partment. TEACHER OF THE YEAR STEVE out her distinguished career and was univer- ELZA Being a resident of Modesto for 37 years, sally respected and admired. Mr. Hood was involved in many charitable en- HON. PETER J. ROSKAM I met Kelly my first week as a new Member deavors that benefited many in and outside of Congress and was struck by her knowledge the community of Modesto. Because of his ap- OF ILLINOIS of both policy and politics. She had a great preciation for the opportunities his military ca- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES understanding of the Hill and worked tirelessly reer provided, which helped shape the man he Thursday, December 11, 2014 to advance the goals of her members. I not became, Mr. Hood was deeply concerned Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to only considered her a colleague but a friend. about veteran issues; especially the health congratulate Mr. Steve Elza, the 2015 Illinois As important as her professional achieve- and welfare of homeless veterans. He estab- Teacher of the Year. ments were, they do not compare to the suc- lished a yearly ‘‘Standown’’ for homeless vet- Mr. Elza is an Applied Technology teacher cess she enjoyed in her personal life. Kelly erans, that was modeled after the concept es- at William Fremd High School in my district was a devoted wife to her husband Stewart tablished during the Vietnam War, to help pro- who teaches Automotive Technology classes and beloved mother to Carson, Halle, and vide health services, winter clothing, food, and and is the sponsor of the school Auto Club. Kendall. a warm safe place for the night. He has worked in School District 211 and I ask the House to join me in offering con- Wanting to provide service for more than a Fremd High School for over 7 years and dolences to the Knott family and keep them in few days a year, Mr. Hood was looking for a strives to create an educational environment your prayers as they mourn the loss of a re- long term solution that led him to establish the where students learn real-world skills they can markable woman. Central Valley Homeless Veterans home. He take with them after graduation. f provided a support system to aid many vet- I think we can all agree that teachers are in OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL erans in getting back on their feet. The a unique position to mold their students, and DEBT Stanislaus County chapter of the American good teachers can guide and inspire students Red Cross awarded the Good Samaritan Sen- to achieve. Speaking to his students and HON. MIKE COFFMAN ior Hero award to Marvis Hood, Jr. for his peers, it is clear that Mr. Elza is a great teach- work helping veterans OF COLORADO er. Day in and day out he goes above and be- Mr. Marvis Hood Jr. is survived by his wife IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES yond to create a classroom environment Dora; his three sons Roderick Hood, Marcus where students can pursue projects they are Thursday, December 11, 2014 Hood and Marvis Hood III; his brother Graham passionate about, an approach that energizes Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January Hood; and half-brothers Dwight Hood and his students, expands their skillsets, and re- 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- Mike Wallace. He is loved and remembered minds them that learning can be fun. Teaching fice, the national debt was by a host of family, friends, and the many he students to explore their interests, and con- $10,626,877,048,913.08. helped. sider their career prospects, Mr. Elza has had Today, it is $17,997,912,502,715.74. We’ve Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebrating an outsized impact on the success of his stu- added $7,371,035,453,802.66 to our debt in 5 the life of Marvis ‘‘Big Daddy’’ Hood, Jr. and dents as they go out into the workforce as years. This is over $7.3 trillion in debt our na- all of his excellent contributions to veterans young adults. tion, our economy, and our children could and the community. Anyone who knew Marvis Evidence of his unique approach isn’t hard have avoided with a balanced budget amend- saw a gregarious and sometimes larger than to find. Through the Auto Club, students par- ment. life personality which at times hid a teddy bear ticipate in various extracurricular activities like f heart of gold which was always willing to lend practicing maintenance repairs on cars of fac- a helping hand or timely words of wisdom. ulty members and competing in a national HONORING MARVIS HOOD, JR. f automotive competition held annually in Las Vegas. By engaging students to enjoy and HON. JEFF DENHAM HONORING TRINA GEORGE apply what they are learning, Mr. Elza has OF CALIFORNIA broken through the bustle of busy young lives IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON to really leave a mark on students. It’s proven Thursday, December 11, 2014 OF MISSISSIPPI to be a winning formula. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker and Distinguished Colleagues Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to please join me in recognizing Mr. Steve Elza honor the life of the Marvis Hood, Jr., who, Thursday, December 11, 2014 for his outstanding service and congratulate after proudly serving his country, passed away Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- him on being named the 2015 Illinois Teacher on December 8, 2014, from complications re- er, I rise today to honor Trina George, who is of the Year. lated to pneumonia. a Director, Leader and Public Servant.

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She was a true friend and mentor. pointed in this position for the State of Mis- the ways we prepare people for the jobs of the On behalf of all Hoosiers, I am humbled to sissippi. In her new role, she is charged with future, encourage a spirit of innovation and honor Karen here today. She will be missed assisting residents of rural Mississippi with a entrepreneurship, or maintaining America’s for her friendship, leadership and most of all, range of programs such as: Affordable Hous- competitiveness in a rapidly-shifting global her character. God bless you, Karen. ing, Water Systems Upgrades, and Economic economy, the New Dems continue to work to f Development Efforts. Rural development also advocate these priorities and modernize the SPEECH OF provides grant and loan assistance to local policy and messaging of the Democratic Cau- governments and non-profit organizations for cus. HONORING CONGRESSMAN HENRY fire and police protection as well as health Sarah joined the New Dem staff in May WAXMAN AND CONGRESSMAN clinics, libraries and other facilities for public 2013 as a staff assistant and research asso- GEORGE MILLER ON THEIR RE- use. She is an advocate for rural communities ciate. She hit the ground rolling and was valu- TIREMENT throughout the state to assist with their able at the start to the Members and staff of growth, development and sustainability. the Coalition. Recognizing her growth in the Prior to this appointment, Mrs. George office, she was promoted to Policy & Member HON. BETTY McCOLLUM served for 15 years as a Special Project Coor- Services Aide where she assisted the New OF MINNESOTA dinator for Congressman BENNIE THOMPSON Dem Leadership Team and the Executive Di- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES where she resolved community and constitu- rector in strengthening the cohesion of the Co- Wednesday, December 10, 2014 ency issues by thinking inside, outside and alition and advancing our policy priorities. Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise around the box. Her hands-on experience in Sarah was particularly valuable in working on to pay tribute to the long and distinguished ca- the Congressional Office served as an ideal the Coalition’s innovation, education, national reer of Congressman HENRY WAXMAN. prerequisite for her role in rural economic de- security, and trade policy priorities. Congressman WAXMAN’s career speaks for velopment and community participation for the Next year, Sarah expects to earn a Masters itself. He has been at the forefront of many of State of Mississippi. in Security Studies with a focus on Terrorism the most important legislative and policy bat- Mrs. George served on many civic organiza- and Substance Violence from Georgetown tles of the past four decades. From combating tions, including education and volunteer University. After earning her graduate degree, Big Tobacco to championing the Affordable groups. She is actively involved in the commu- she plans to continue serving our nation by re- Care Act, HENRY has been an indispensable nity where she is: a Board Member for the joining government in national security policy. voice in the House. It was an honor to serve Heart of the South Girl Scouts Council, which Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the Members of with him and I commend his long and storied serves Northern Mississippi and Southern the New Democrat Coalition, thank you Sarah. Tennessee; and a Member of Alpha Kappa career. f Alpha Sorority, Inc, and PI Alpha Alpha Honor I had the privilege of serving alongside Con- Society. She holds a Bachelor’s Degree from TRIBUTE TO KAREN L. DAILY gressman WAXMAN on the Committee on Mississippi Valley State University and a Mas- Oversight and Government Reform. During ter’s Degree from Mississippi State University. our time together on the Oversight Committee, HON. TODD ROKITA we focused on investigations into cost over- She is currently a Ph.D. Candidate in Public OF INDIANA runs and money wasted on reconstruction in Policy and Administration at Walden Univer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sity. Also, she holds a Professional Certificate Iraq. in Management and Leadership from the Thursday, December 11, 2014 Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the NeighborWorks Training Institute of America in Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to service of Congressman HENRY WAXMAN in Washington, DC. recognize and salute a truly amazing Hoosier, the United States House of Representatives. Mrs. George is an important advocate for Mrs. Karen L. Daily, who passed from this f rural communities throughout the state. She world to the next on December 7, 2014. I wish HONORING SHERIFF PATRICK B administers and manages over 40 programs to express my heartfelt gratitude and apprecia- PEREZ which include: housing; business and coopera- tion for her leadership and service to our com- tive programs; community programs; and com- munity, state, and country. munity facilities which are designed to improve Karen served for many years as Deputy HON. BILL FOSTER OF ILLINOIS the quality of life in rural America. Rural De- Clerk before her election by the people of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES velopment is an agency that the Obama Ad- Benton County to three non-consecutive terms ministration wants to see in the forefront of ef- as Clerk of the Circuit Court. As a member of Thursday, December 11, 2014 forts to promote renewable energy and con- the Association of Clerks of the Circuit Courts Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in servation of natural resources while ensuring a of Indiana, Karen was chosen several times honor of Patrick B Perez and his tenure as the safe, sustainable, nutritious food supply by her peers to serve as Treasurer. She was Sheriff of Kane County. through the Agency’s cooperatives for present actively involved in the organization, devoting Sheriff Perez retired on Sunday, November and future users. time to advocate on behalf of her profession 30th, 2014 after over 22 years of service to Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me while also serving on the Legislative Com- Kane County. Since becoming the first His- in recognizing Trina George, a director, leader mittee. panic sheriff of Kane County in 2006, Sheriff and advocate, who is improving the quality of Though I had known Karen for many years, Perez had many successes, including his ef- life for rural America. it was not until after my election as Secretary forts to combat gang violence, heroin and f of State that I realized how truly blessed the other substance abuse problems in Kane CONGRATULATING SARAH KAPLAN people of Indiana were to have such a tireless County. During his tenure, the city of Aurora and professional public servant. She used her saw a 13-month period from 2012–2013 of no talents as a voice for rural communities on the reported murders. Sherriff Perez oversaw the HON. RON KIND Statewide Voter Registration System Steering creation of the agency’s website, which sees OF WISCONSIN Committee, a group tasked with the responsi- more than one million visitors a year, and the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bility to develop and implement a single voter construction of a new shooting range for the Thursday, December 11, 2014 file for the State of Indiana. Each month, her 244 officers who must show competence with Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thank leadership was evident in the actions taken by their weapons twice a year. He also led suc- Sarah Kaplan for her many contributions to the committee to integrate the system state- cessful charitable efforts and community out- the New Democrat Coalition. At the end of this wide. Through her leadership, the system reach programs, such as the citizens’ police year, Sarah will be leaving the New Dem staff came online on time, worked well from the be- academy and the annual car show. to continue graduate school full-time. ginning, and saved Indiana millions of dollars. He served with professionalism, a strong The New Democrat Coalition, which I have Karen leaves four children, seven grand- work ethic, and a sense of duty to the officers the pleasure to lead as Chair, is a group of 55 children and ten great-grandchildren to carry under his command and the community they

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ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON f Learning Centers, your child will receive the OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA best care the industry has to offer. All you IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING WEE CARE NURSERIES AND LEARNING CENTERS, INC. need to do is ‘‘expect more.’’ They have been Thursday, December 11, 2014 fortunate to get special recognition from: Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Greenwood Voters’ League, Mississippi State HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON University, The Cities of Tchula and Lexington, ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing OF MISSISSIPPI Donald E. Graham for his outstanding con- Mississippi Building Blocks and The Delta IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tributions to the nation and to the people of Foundation. the nation’s capital. Don Graham is best Thursday, December 11, 2014 Wee Care Nurseries and Learning Center is known for his unique contributions to the field Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- able to care for children ages 6 weeks to 12 of journalism, but he is also greatly admired in er, I rise today to honor a landmark establish- years. Along with regular childcare services, the District of Columbia, his hometown, as a ment within the City of Tchula that provides they also provide before and after school care citizen and leader. one of the most critical and essential services and a summer reading and math enrichment For more than four decades, Don Graham for all working parents: Wee Care Nursery and program. has played a significant role in the life of the Learning Center, Inc. Wee Care Nurseries and Learning Centers, nation and here in the District of Columbia. Tchula’s Wee Care Nursery and Learning Inc. have a Motto/Slogan: Building a better Don served his country for two years during Center began as Tchula Day Care. Tchula world one child at a time. Learning Today the Vietnam War, prior to returning to the Dis- Day Care opened its doors on September 3, .... Leading Today! trict of Columbia and joining the D.C.’s police 1991. The name was later changed to department, the Metropolitan Police Depart- Tchula’s Wee Care Nursery and Learning Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ment (MPD). At MPD, Don courageously dedi- Center, Inc. On May 15, 1995, Wee Care in recognizing Wee Care Nurseries and Learn- cated himself to serving the residents of the Nursery and Learning Center #2 opened its ing Centers, Inc. for its past and present dedi- District as a patrol officer in the Ninth Precinct doors in Lexington, MS. cation to providing impeccable, dependable in the Northeast section of the District of Co- Tchula’s Wee Care capacity is 142 and childcare services in an effort to help families lumbia. Only after charting his life with these Lexington’s is 169. Current enrollment is 77 of all backgrounds within the Tchula commu- experiences, life changing in themselves, did and 54 respectively. nity. Don begin his career in professional jour- At Wee Care Nurseries and Learning Cen- nalism, in 1971, when he joined the family ters, their mission is to provide child care that f business as a reporter. Don Graham pro- meets the needs of each child and family in a ceeded to come up through the ranks of the safe, educational environment. NIGERIA WILLIAMS HONORED AS Washington Post and eventually became Pub- They take pride in the Centers and focus on TRAINEE OF THE YEAR BY THE lisher of the paper and then Chairman and the individual needs of each child, while pro- GERMAN AMERICAN CHAMBER Chief Executive Officer of the Washington viding quality, reliable and safe child care. OF COMMERCE Post Company. During his tenure, Don Gra- The goals of At Wee Care Nurseries and ham shepherded a historic era at the Post. Learning Centers are: 1) To provide afford- Under his leadership, the Post not only won able, convenient, dependable child care serv- HON. JOE WILSON more than 20 Pulitzer Prizes, it entered into ices; 2) To create a child care setting for so- OF SOUTH CAROLINA the digital age, launched a website, and began cial, cognitive, and physical development; 3) IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES printing in color. To provide a nurturing environment; 4) To pro- Beyond his stellar accomplishments in jour- vide learning experiences for children; and 5) Thursday, December 11, 2014 nalism, Don Graham also has made notable To provide a preschool program, readying chil- contributions to the District of Columbia and its dren for lifelong learning. Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- residents. He has continued a family tradition Wee Care Nurseries and Learning Centers, er, it is my great pleasure to rise today to rec- of service to the District with special attention Inc. believe that a high quality early childhood ognize the accomplishment of Nigeria Wil- to secondary education and higher education. program provides a safe and nurturing envi- liams, a senior at South Aiken High School in Don was the driving force behind the D.C. Tui- ronment that promotes the physical, emo- the Second Congressional District of South tion Assistance Grant program (DCTAG), not tional, social, and cognitive development of Carolina, who was recently named Trainee of only in our ability to achieve federal funding young children while responding to the needs the Year by the German American Chamber for higher education unique to the District, but of families. They believe in promoting an anti- of Commerce. in what it has taken to maintain it for 15 years. bias, pro-social curriculum that teaches chil- Established in 2012, the apprenticeship pro- DCTAG has doubled college attendance in the dren to value and respect themselves and oth- gram at the MTU Aiken Plant in Graniteville, District of Columbia, allowing D.C. students, ers for their own unique individuality. Each South Carolina, provides high school students who have no state university system, to attend child is considered unique in temperament and in the Palmetto State the opportunity to partici- any state university in the country with up to rate of development. Curriculum is planned to pate in the first-ever registered vocational ap- $10,000 per year in assistance. Moreover, enhance and challenge particular, distinct indi- prenticeship program in the state of South Don has gone even further in pursuit of higher vidual needs, interests and abilities. The cur- Carolina. This two year program, developed in education opportunities for D.C. residents. He riculum includes: manipulatives, art, music, partnership with Aiken County Schools, Aiken is a co-founder of the D.C. College Access games, and outdoor play. They believe child- Technical College, and Apprenticeship Caro- Program, which has assisted over 13,000 D.C. initiated, child-directed, teacher-supported play lina gives high school juniors and seniors a students and provided over $18 million in is an essential component of developmentally chance to experience hands on vocational scholarships. Most recently, Don has formed appropriate practice. Activities and relation- learning opportunities in a real manufacturing TheDream.US, a new scholarship program ships occur in a healthy, positive and relaxed environment. Graduates of the program earn that seeks to assist undocumented students, environment in which well-qualified staff—pro- an Industrial Mechanic-Basic certification. who cannot qualify for federal financial aid vide personal attention, guidance and nur- programs. Don sold the Post to engage in turing to each child. Ms. Williams is the first female participant in other pursuits, leaving the paper in good Wee Care Nurseries and Learning Centers, the MTU Aiken Plant apprenticeship program. hands to continue its distinctive contributions. Inc. strives to maintain continuity and consist- I congratulate her on this achievement and However, Don Graham’s dedicated public ency throughout the program by conducting offer my best wishes for continued success. service as a private citizen continues to this helpful staff planning, training and a variety of I ask that my colleagues join me in recogni- day. joint activities involving various groups of chil- tion of Ms. Williams’s accomplishments.

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JOE BRESSI, 2014 PENNSYLVANIA Congressman MILLER’s legacy spans many the future balanced with laughter and common SPORTS HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE issues facing Americans including raising the sense. minimum wage, improving conditions for work- And I would like to extend a personal token HON. LOU BARLETTA ers, fighting for equal pay for women, pro- of my appreciation to my wonderful staff OF PENNSYLVANIA tecting the environment and bettering our edu- throughout these years. These individuals IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation system. His 40 years of tireless service have graciously given their very best in the service of their country and our district, and I Thursday, December 11, 2014 have undoubtedly positively improved the lives of countless Americans. am grateful for their work and their friendship. Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Indeed, through teamwork and loyalty, they recognize Joe Bressi for his recent induction in honoring the service of Congressman have demonstrated what it truly means to an- into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame. GEORGE MILLER. swer the high calling of public service. Mr. Bressi has had a long and successful f I owe a special thanks to my colleagues career as an athletic coach, where he has here in Congress who have worked diligently demonstrated an exceptional ability to lead his RECOGNIZING THE WEBB CITY with us, reaching across the aisle to find real teams to victory. His career highlights include: CARDINALS solutions to our nation’s greatest challenges Ten seasons as the head coach of the and to help our great state to prosper. Bishop McDevitt High School girls basketball HON. BILLY LONG It has been a blessing to serve alongside program, finishing with a 238–40 record, eight OF MISSOURI these men and women who have devoted conference titles, five District 3 titles, and ap- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their lives to public service. pearances in two state championships. Thank you especially to my friends in the Eight years with the Bloomsburg University Thursday, December 11, 2014 Congressional Prayer Caucus and in the Con- women’s basketball program, where he fin- Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- gressional Prayer Breakfast for the friendships ished with a 175–47 record and led the team ognize the Webb City football team for winning that have transcended party labels and fo- to seven PSAC East titles, one PSAC playoff their fifth straight state football championship. cused on answering the call that the good title, and four NCAA Division II tournaments. The Webb City Cardinals clenched their fifth Lord has laid upon our hearts to help the peo- During the 1988–1989 season, his team be- consecutive state title by defeating the Cape ple back home and across the nation. came the first NCAA Division II women’s team Central Tigers 48–21. Through their hard work Second, it has been the purpose which has to go undefeated. and excellence on and off the field, the Car- guided our actions: Six years with the Lycoming College men’s dinals have developed into a truly great cham- My favorite Old Testament verse is from the basketball program, where the team had a pionship team. Book of Proverbs (29:18 a): ‘‘Where there is record of 97–53 and reached the NCAA Divi- I also want to commend Head Coach John no vision, the people perish.’’ sion III tournament twice. Roderique for a job well-done on developing During my 18 years here, we have sought For his hard work and dedication, Mr. Bressi such a strong football program. In his 18 years to pursue a vision that offers hope to others was inducted into the Pennsylvania Basketball of coaching the Cardinals, his teams have and a bright future for our next generation. Hall of Fame, two regional chapters of Penn- won ten of the school’s 13 state titles. It was in June of 1973, as rising high school sylvania’s Sports Hall of Fame, and the Hall of The Webb City community is rightly proud of senior, that I attended a student leadership Fame at East Stroudsburg where he attended this astonishing group of young and talented seminar, the Washington Workshops Congres- college. During his time at Lycoming, he re- student-athletes. I urge my colleagues to join sional Seminar. ceived the Middle Atlantic Conference Coach me in congratulating the Webb City Cardinals I had just visited my then-freshman Con- of the Year award twice. He also coached as they celebrate their fifth consecutive State gressman, Charlie Rose, and I meandered three Freedom Conference Players of the Championship. over to the Senate side to find the senior Sen- Year, two rookies of the year, and nine all- ator for North Carolina, a white-haired gen- conference picks. f tleman who quoted Scripture as an old country In 2000, Mr. Bressi left Lycoming College to FAREWELL REMARKS lawyer, Sam Ervin, Jr. become the director of athletics for Central He was conducting something called the Dauphin High School, where he worked for 11 HON. MIKE McINTYRE ‘‘Watergate hearings.’’ years. Mr. Bressi retired, but shortly returned All three national TV networks were there. OF NORTH CAROLINA to coaching in 2013 as the head girl’s basket- I waited in line and stood in the back of the ball coach at Bishop McDevitt High School. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hearing room on the day that John Dean Mr. Speaker, Mr. Bressi has shown out- Thursday, December 11, 2014 began his testimony, which was the beginning of the end of the Nixon White House—a day standing athletic achievement and coaching Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, what a bless- ability, leading his teams over 500 victories. ing it has been to serve in the United States I’ll never forget. I went home for my senior year of high Therefore, I commend him on his induction Congress! Indeed, it has been a dream come school and came back to DC the next sum- into the Pennsylvania Sports Hall of Fame and true—an opportunity to make a positive dif- mer, 1974, as an intern for my Congressman. wish him the best in his future endeavors. ference in the lives of the people back home That was the summer that Nixon resigned. f and the communities in which we live, work, I decided to major in political science as I worship, retire, and play. HONORING CONGRESSMAN HENRY headed off to the University of North Carolina Over the course of 18 years in Congress, WAXMAN AND CONGRESSMAN that August, thinking that, ‘‘maybe someday I’ll we have been blessed to have accomplished GEORGE MILLER ON THEIR RE- get to come back to this place.’’ TIREMENT a great deal together with the citizens of the And 22 years later, that dream came true. Seventh Congressional District. ‘‘How could you be interested in politics?’’ SPEECH OF This job could not have been done without everyone asked. ‘‘It’s so dirty, so corrupt,’’ HON. BETTY McCOLLUM the people, purpose, and partnerships that they said. have been integral to our work. OF MINNESOTA I gave them the same answer then that I Indeed, none of this would have been pos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gave people when I first ran 18 years ago, sible without the strong support of my family— that I still give today: ‘‘If all the people with the Wednesday, December 10, 2014 my wonderfully amazing, astute and astound- right motives stay out of politics, then who’s Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay ing wife Dee, without whose wisdom, counsel, left to run our government?’’ tribute to the career of Congressman GEORGE inspiration, analysis, steadfast partnership, ‘‘If we who are serious about our faith and MILLER. and love I would have never been able to our vision don’t become involved, then by defi- I had the pleasure of serving on the Edu- run—much less survived—in public service; nition, there is going to be a void.’’ cation and Workforce Committee with and my two sons, Joshua and Stephen, We should remember that so many times GEORGE. During his time in Congress, Con- whose imagination, intelligence, and insight, the world says, ‘‘you must be successful,’’ but gressman MILLER has been an outspoken as well as their proclivity for the pragmatic, the key to success is first being faithful. leader on issues related to health care, work- practical, and positive aspects of politics and We must be faithful to our calling—answer- ers’ rights, and quality education. His leader- public service (not to mention patience with ing the call that God has laid upon our hearts. ship, knowledge, and mentorship will be sorely having to eat a lot of barbecue and chicken ‘‘He who is faithful in little will be faithful in missed in Congress. bog!) always kept our serious perspective for much.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.059 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1821 If we are faithful in the opportunities we wish to express my heartfelt gratitude and ap- not just with funds but with endless visits and have, then God will grant success in His tim- preciation for his leadership and service to our ‘‘check-in’’ calls. She also helps organizations ing; after all, isn’t that what really counts—how community, state, and country. to decorate and/or cook for different events in we are using our time during the time we have Ed was born in LaPorte, Indiana and holds the community. She is one that is very sup- on this earth? an A.B degree in Government and Economics portive of the school system, in reference to Third, it has been the partnerships: from Indiana University and a J.D. degree achieving adequate education. Cleotha is In eastern North Carolina, we have dem- from the Indiana University School of Law. Ed never hesitant to help anyone in any way that onstrated that public service is a partnership served as President of the Indiana Electric As- she possibly can. between constituents and the representative sociation and helped guide a merger with the Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me they entrust to speak on their behalf. Indiana Gas Association in 2004 to form the in recognizing Mrs. Cleotha Saddler for she is For us, this steadfast partnership has been Indiana Energy Association, where he served definitely the epitome of an unsung hero. forged by putting policy over politics, issues as CEO from 2010 to 2014. He currently f over ideology, dialogue over dollars, and co- serves as the President Emeritus of the Indi- operation over campaigning. ana Energy Association. FAREWELL STATEMENT This partnership has transcended politics Ed has served Hoosiers in numerous capac- and allowed us to accomplish monumental ities at the state level, including as Secretary HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD tasks, such as quadrupling the number of vet- of the State Highway Commission, Secretary OF MAINE erans’ clinics in our area, passing the tobacco of the Indiana Public Service Commission, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES buyout, expanding our military bases, estab- legal deputy of the office of the Reporter of Thursday, December 11, 2014 lishing an economic commission to promote the Indiana Supreme Court. jobs and fight poverty—and ensuring that the Hoosiers might look at my early public serv- Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, as my time as North Carolina coast will continue to be an ice career and rightfully assume it is com- a Member of Congress is coming to an end, economic engine and environmental treasure. parable to Ed’s. We were both on staff before I want to thank the people of Maine’s Second We also have built new fire and police sta- serving as Indiana Secretary of State for two District for allowing me the privilege of rep- tions, town halls, and workforce development terms. We were both among the youngest resenting them here in the People’s House. centers; opened new farmers’ markets and elected secretaries of state at the time we From Fort Kent to Lewiston and Franklin senior centers; improved airports and the Wil- took office. We also earned our J.D. from Indi- County to Washington County, Mainers have mington Port; and expanded educational and ana University School of Law. As someone shared with me their lives, their hopes and recreational opportunities for our children and who followed a similar career path as me, I their concerns. We have worked together to youth. frequently sought his counsel, and continue to improve our transportation infrastructure— We have helped thousands of constituents do so as a Member of Congress. which is pretty important when you represent from all walks of life in ways that have signifi- Ed has also served on many other boards the largest geographic district east of the Mis- cantly impacted their lives. None of this could and commissions over the years for both pub- sissippi. We’ve worked together to stop bad have been accomplished without the strong lic and private entities. He has dedicated his trade deals from taking away good jobs; and commitment of my family, the hard work of my professional life to serving Hoosiers and im- to attract new businesses to Maine’s increas- staff, and—especially—the willingness of peo- proving the quality of life in Indiana. On behalf ingly diverse and innovative economy. I’ve ple throughout our region to put partisanship of all Hoosiers, thank you Ed, for all you have been down on the clam flats, hiked our new aside and work together to get things done for done and continue to do for the people of Indi- and growing recreational trails and walked the the betterment of eastern North Carolina. ana. Enjoy your well-deserved retirement. floors of our mills. I couldn’t have asked for better ‘‘bosses’’ than the men and women of Indeed, I am grateful to all of the Demo- f crats, Republicans, and Independents with the Second District. whom we have successfully worked through HONORING CLEOTHA SADDLER I’m proud of everything we have accom- nine general elections over 18 years. plished together. We’ve helped support inno- People, purpose, partnerships: if we all re- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON vative small businesses across Maine through member these three ingredients and remain OF MISSISSIPPI the Northern Border Regional Commission. faithful to our calling, then we will have the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We’ve protected and created new jobs in places like DFAS at Limestone. We’ve ex- recipe for success. Thursday, December 11, 2014 I close with the words of Adlai Stevenson, panded access to affordable quality former UN Ambassador and Presidential can- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- healthcare. We’ve taken steps to strengthen didate whom I quoted on the night of my first er, I rise today to honor a remarkable hero, manufacturing in Maine by ensuring that our election in 1996, and which are a reminder of Cleotha Saddler. service members wear American-made foot- what has been a solemn and exciting duty: Cleotha Saddler was born on February 1, wear. ‘‘Trust the people, trust their good sense, 1945 in Illinois to Garfield Allen and Viola Orr. I’m particularly honored by the work I’ve their decency . . . their faith. Trust them with She grew up in a home with six other relatives been able to do with our veterans. During my the facts. Trust them with the great decisions. until her father decided he would raise her in time in Congress and with the support of our And fix as our guiding star the passion to cre- Memphis, TN. Cleotha attended Mississippi local veterans’ organizations, we expanded ate a society . . . where no American is held Valley State University where she earned mul- access to care—making it easier for veterans down by race or color, by worldly condition or tiple degrees in elementary education. She in the County to get care at Cary Medical social status, from gaining what his character later married Frank Saddler, Jr., settled in Center, so they don’t have to take time off earns him as an American citizen, as a human Marks, MS, and gave birth to nine children. from their jobs and travel hundreds of miles, being and as a child of God.’’ Today, Cleotha, also known as ‘‘Cleo’’ or round-trip, to Togus. Working together, we en- May God grant us the wisdom and the will ‘‘Lou’’, is the rock of her family. She continues sured that aging veterans could always access to find the way to be moving always to an to care for her children, and take care of her affordable and quality healthcare at state vet- even better and brighter day. And by His grandchildren. Over the course of her life, she erans homes. We secured additional re- grace, we will! has contributed to her community tremen- sources to confront the very serious problem f dously. Her name has become one so com- of veterans’ homelessness. We strengthened mon for helping others that the desire from the GI Bill, making it easier for veterans to ac- TRIBUTE TO EDWIN J. SIMCOX others to want to help even her grandchildren cess important education and training opportu- has increased. She is most known in her ef- nities. HON. TODD ROKITA forts for raising money for those in need. I’d like to thank my fellow delegation mem- OF INDIANA In 2005, she stood at the main intersection bers—Representative CHELLIE PINGREE, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Marks, MS tirelessly to gather donations Senators ANGUS KING and SUSAN COLLINS. It’s from townspeople to send to Louisiana for been a pleasure partnering with them over the Thursday, December 11, 2014 Hurricane Katrina victims. In addition to that, years on a number of issues critical to Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to she is never been reluctant to gather dona- Mainers. I’d also like to thank my staff, who recognize and salute a remarkable Hoosier, tions in that same way for families who cannot have helped me always meet the needs of my Mr. Edwin (Ed) J. Simcox, for his retirement afford to pay for the funerals and burials of constituents. They include Peter Chandler, as CEO of the Indiana Energy Association. I their loved ones. She comforts those families, John Graham, Diane Smith, Jane Calderwood,

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When HENRY WAXMAN served as retary of State to call for Israel to extend sov- Susan Cerini, Brandon Smith, Rachel Smith, Chairman of the Energy and Commerce Com- ereignty of Judea, Samaria, and Gaza with the Cassie Doyle, Rosemary Winslow, Brian Zim- mittee—I had the good fortune of working Arab population residing in those territories to merman, Nora Todd, Ed Gilman, Kim Glas, closely with him on so many of the issues we be given a right of return to the countries who Monica Castellanos, Nancy Dolan, and the care about. Whether it was expanding access controlled those territories from 1949 to 1967. staff on the House Committee on Veterans’ to affordable healthcare, or ensuring that our H.R. 5726—Freedom From Foreign Influ- Affairs. I’d also like to thank all of those who environment is protected, HENRY was at the ence Act. This bill sought to direct the Sec- have been on my staff in the past, and who forefront of so much important progress. His retary of the Interior to issue promptly permits worked so hard for the residents of the Sec- leadership on the Affordable Care Act and his allowing energy resources exploration and ex- ond District. championing of Medicare and Medicaid im- traction in the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge. Despite the partisan gridlock we see all too provements will be remembered as some of H.R. 5718—Stockman Effect Act. This bill often here in Washington, Mainers are known his greatest accomplishments in this body. sought to direct the National Science Founda- for our tenacity and our willingness to roll up While he has certainly been a friend to us, he tion to commission a study on the potential im- our sleeves and get things done. We have a has also been a friend to so many who he has pact of a polar magnetic shift on the weather. proud history of well-respected lawmakers never met: the elderly, the infirmed, and those H.R. 5717—Report the Costs Act. This bill who have done just that, from Margaret Chase most vulnerable to whom he has dedicated his sought to require annual reports from agen- Smith to George Mitchell to Olympia Snowe. I career. cies detailing the cost of multilingual services, am confident that if Maine’s representatives Few people in this country have done more to end speculation about the cost of multi- continue to be guided by a commitment to for America’s children than GEORGE MILLER. lingual services provided by the Federal Gov- partnership over partisanship, we can continue With a special focus on children from under- ernment, and for other purposes. to achieve great things. served and low-income communities, GEORGE H.R. 5473—James Boulet National Lan- I return home honored by the time I spent fought tirelessly to fight economic inequalities guage Act of 2014. This bill sought to make serving the Second District in Congress, grate- and to expand opportunities for young people English the official language of the United ful for the people I met and the experiences I who otherwise would not have had them. States, require that official U.S. government had, and optimistic for our future. Working to- From fighting for a stronger k–12 education functions be conducted in English, and require gether, we’ve made Maine a better place. law to ensuring that people can live on a the U.S. government to preserve and enhance f meaningful minimum wage, GEORGE MILLER the role of English as the official language of has dedicated his career to giving voice to the the United States. HONORING CONGRESSWOMAN American worker. H.R. 5472—To designate the facility of the CAROLYN MCCARTHY Both of these leaders are proud sons of United States Postal Service currently located California, and throughout their careers they at 16281 U.S. Highway 59 in Moscow, Texas, HON. BETTY McCOLLUM have truly lived up to the term ‘‘Representa- as the ‘‘Anna Stepanovna Politkovskaya Me- OF MINNESOTA tive.’’ I look forward to seeing how they will morial Post Office’’. This bill sought to name IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES continue to use their talents, knowledge and the post office in Moscow, Texas in honor of Anna Stepanovna Politkovskaya, an American Thursday, December 11, 2014 passions to better serve our nation in the years ahead. Thank you for all of your leader- journalist who was assassinated in Moscow, Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise ship; it has been an honor to serve with you. Russia as a result of her coverage of the to pay tribute to the career of my good friend, f human rights abuses committed by the regime Congresswoman CAROLYN MCCARTHY. of Vladimir Putin. I had the privilege of serving alongside LEGISLATIVE RECORD OF STEVE H.R. 5433—Stop Funding Terrorism Act. CAROLYN on the Committee on Education and STOCKMAN IN 113TH CONGRESS This bill sought to prohibit any direct U.S. as- the Workforce, where we began developing a sistance, loan guarantee, or debt relief to the close, personal friendship. HON. STEVE STOCKMAN Palestinian Authority. Congresswoman MCCARTHY’s courage and OF TEXAS H.R. 5316—Safely Exacting Cautious Useful leadership on the issue of gun violence has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rules for Immigration This Year (SECURITY) been a hallmark of her time in the House. Act. This bill sought to secure the border be- Thursday, December 11, 2014 Arising from tragic circumstances, CAROLYN’s tween the United States and Mexico. passionate commitment to preventing gun vio- Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, as the 113th H.R. 5202—Personal Information Notifica- lence has inspired others and made a real dif- Congress comes to a close, it is my pleasure tion Act. This bill sought to require notification ference. The power of her voice on this critical to note all of the legislative actions that I have when personally identifying information is dis- issue will be greatly missed in the next Con- taken in my tenure in this Congress. closed by a Government agency. gress. In the 113th Congress, I introduced the fol- H. Amdt. 1033. This amendment to H.R. Mr. Speaker, I honor the distinguished ca- lowing legislation: 4923, the Energy and Water Development and reer of my dear friend, CAROLYN MCCARTHY. H.R. 4587—Fifth Amendment Restoration Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2015, f Act. This bill sought to stop the Federal Gov- sought to prohibit funds made available by this ernment from stealing people’s property by Act from being used for the Department of En- HONORING CONGRESSMAN HENRY abolishing the use of civil asset forfeiture. ergy’s Loan Program Office. WAXMAN AND CONGRESSMAN H.R. 5777—Cryptocurrency Protocol Protec- H. Res. 664—Providing for the arrest of Lois GEORGE MILLER ON THEIR RE- tion and Moratorium Act. This bill sought to G. Lerner to answer the charge of contempt of TIREMENT protect cryptocurrencies by imposing a five Congress. year moratorium on new cryptocurrency regu- H. Res. 649, 648, 647, 646, and 645. This SPEECH OF lations. series of resolutions sought to direct various HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. H.R. 5755—Safer American Streets Act. federal agencies to disclose emails transmitted OF NEW JERSEY This bill sought to withhold certain highway by Lois Lerner. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES funds from a State that uses an automated H. Amdt. 941. This amendment to H.R. traffic enforcement system on a Federal-aid 4870, the Department of Defense Appropria- Wednesday, December 10, 2014 highway. tions Act, 2015, sought to prohibit the use of Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, it’s an honor H.R. 5756—Heller Public Firearms Range funds for any activity that would grant de jure today to rise and celebrate the accomplish- Act of 2014. This bill sought to restore a public or de facto support of territorial, maritime, or ments of two of my friends, and two of the firearms range to the District of Columbia. airspace claims made by the People’s Repub- most distinguished leaders to have ever H.R. 5757—Honoring Workers’ Rights Act. lic of China on the international waters or terri- served in the House of Representatives: This bill sought to rename the headquarters of tories of other sovereign nations in the South HENRY WAXMAN and GEORGE MILLER. Their the Department of Labor in honor of right to China, East China, and Yellow Seas. names have become synonymous with states- work activist Reed Larson. H. Amdt. 940. This amendment to H.R. manship and a deep commitment to public H.R. 5734—Right of Return Act. This bill 4870, the Department of Defense Appropria- service. sought to establish a lasting peace in the Mid- tions Act, 2015, sought to prohibit the use of

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This bill sought to prohibit, in 4870, the Department of Defense Appropria- problem of unconstitutional delegation to the any case arising out of the administration of tions Act, 2015, sought to prohibit the use of end that such delegations can be phased out, laws and benefits by the Secretary of Vet- funds to destroy Department of Defense thereby restoring the constitutional principle of erans Affairs, considering any person who is equipment or ammunition in Afghanistan with- separation of powers set forth in the first sec- mentally incapacitated, deemed mentally in- out such equipment or ammunition first being tions of the United States Constitution. competent, or experiencing an extended loss offered to independent states of the former H.R. 3199—Safe Military Bases Act. This of consciousness from being considered adju- Soviet Union and major non-NATO allies that bill sought to safeguard military and civilian dicated as a mental defective for purposes of are willing to pay for transportation of such personnel on military bases by repealing bans the right to receive or transport firearms with- equipment or ammunition to such states or al- on military personnel carrying firearms, and for out the order or finding of a judicial authority lies. other purposes. of competent jurisdiction that such person is a H. Res. 635—Expressing the sense of the H.R. 3156—Responsible Implementation of danger to himself or herself or others. House of Representatives that the Internal Flood Insurance Reform Act of 2013. This bill H.R. 576—Save Endangered Species Act of Revenue Service (IRS) must allow taxpayers sought to reform the Biggert-Waters Flood In- 2013. This bill sought to require the Secretary the same lame excuses for missing docu- surance Reform Act of 2012 to responsibly of the Interior to allow for the taking, export or mentation that the IRS itself is currently prof- protect homeownership. reimport, delivery, receipt, carrying, and trans- fering. H. Res. 333—Expressing the firm conviction port, shipment, or sale in interstate or foreign H.R. 4883—National Rare-Earth Coopera- of the House of Representatives that any con- commerce, in the course of a commercial ac- tive Act of 2014. This bill sought to provide for tinuing resolution or debt ceiling increase it tivity, of U.S. captive-bred live scimitar-horned the establishment of a National Rare-Earth may approve for the duration of the 113th oryx, addax, or dama gazelle, including em- Refinery Cooperative. Congress shall affirmatively include a provi- bryos, gametes, and sport-hunted trophies, as H. Res. 612—Expressing the sense of the sion specifically prohibiting the expenditure of long as certain criteria are met, including that House of Representatives that the Govern- any federal funds in support of or in imple- the purpose of such activity is associated with ment of Mexico should forthwith repatriate Sgt. mentation or effectuation or enforcement of the management or transfer of live wildlife or Andrew Paul Tahmooressi from Mexican pris- any provision of the Affordable Care Act sport hunting in a manner that contributes to on(s) and expressing the sense of the House (‘‘ObamaCare’’). increasing or sustaining captive numbers or to of Representatives that the President of the H. Amdt. 397. This amendment to H.R. potential reintroduction to range countries. United States should take actions to impose 2397, the Department of Defense Appropria- H.R. 575—Second Amendment Protection sanctions on Mexico until such time as Sgt. tions Act, 2014, sought to prohibit funds ap- Act of 2013. This bill sought to prohibit the Tahmooressi is released. propriated or made available in this Act from United States from providing any funding to H.R. 4774—Veterans’ Health Accountability being used for United States military exercises Act. This bill sought to improve the quality of the United Nations (U.N.) for a fiscal year un- which include any participation by the People’s less the President certifies to Congress that care offered by the Veterans Health Adminis- Republic of China. tration. the U.N. has not taken action to infringe on H.R. 2764—Sanctity of Life Act of 2013. the rights of individuals in the United States to H. Res. 602—Recognizing the 96th anniver- This bill sought to declare that human life shall sary of the founding of the Democratic Repub- possess a firearm or ammunition, or abridge be deemed to exist from conception. any of the other constitutionally protected lic of Azerbaijan. H. Res. 306—Providing for the consider- H.R. 4651—To designate the facility of the rights of U.S. citizens. ation of the resolution (H. Res. 36) estab- United States Postal Service located at 601 H.R. 410—Restore the Constitution Act of lishing a select committee to investigate and West Baker Road in Baytown, Texas as the 2013. This bill sought to provide that any ex- report on the attack on the United States con- ‘‘Specialist Keith Erin Grace Jr. Memorial Post ecutive action infringing on the Second sulate in Benghazi, Libya. Amendment has no force or effect, and to pro- Office’’. This bill sought to name a post office H.R. 2625—Student Protection Act. This bill in Baytown, Texas in honor of Keith Erin hibit the use of funds for certain purposes. sought to prohibit the use of appropriated H.R. 35—Safe Schools Act of 2013. This bill Grace Jr. funds for any educational institution which H.R. 4650—European Union Religious Free- sought to amend the federal criminal code to punishes a child for brandishing food which is dom Act. This bill sought to recognize the pro- repeal provisions making it unlawful to pos- partially consumed in such a way that the hibition of homeschooling, religious methods sess or discharge a firearm in a school zone. remnant resembles a gun; possessing a toy of meat production, circumcision, or wearing of H.R. 33—Audit The Fed Act of 2013. This gun two inches or less in length or made of religious garb as being infringements on reli- bill sought to repeal the authority of the Comp- plastic snap together building blocks; using a gious freedom. troller General (GAO) to carry out an onsite H.R. 4602—Virtual Currency Tax Reform finger or hand to simulate a gun; vocalizing examination of an open insured bank or bank Act. This bill sought to change the status of imaginary firearms or munitions; wearing a T- holding company only if the appropriate fed- virtual currencies from property to foreign cur- shirt that supports Second Amendment rights; eral regulatory agency has consented in writ- rency. drawing a picture of, or possessing an image ing. H.R. 4581—Prohibiting Discrimination of, a firearm; or using a writing utensil to simu- Against Israel Act. This bill sought to prohibit late a firearm. f H.R. 2606—Stabilization and Reconstruction federal funds from going towards international RICHARD ‘‘DICK’’ KNOEBEL, 2014 projects that discriminate against Judea and Integration Act of 2013. This bill sought to es- tablish the United States Office for Contin- INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION Samaria. OF AMUSEMENT PARKS AND AT- H.R. 4520—Aircraft Positioning Moderniza- gency Operations. H.R. 1815—Union Coercion Prevention Act. TRACTIONS (IAAPA) HALL OF tion Act. This bill sought to require passenger FAME INDUCTEE aircraft to transmit GPS location data. This bill sought to protect workers from the H.R. 4518—Parental Protection Act. This bill corrupt and coercive ‘‘Card Check’’ system of sought to protect the constitutional rights of organizing labor unions. HON. LOU BARLETTA parents and children. H.R. 1144—Alabama-Coushatta Tribe of OF PENNSYLVANIA H.R. 4380—Gun Confiscation and Registra- Texas Equal and Fair Opportunity Settlement IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Act. This bill sought to restore an opportunity tion Prevention Act. This bill sought to prohibit Thursday, December 11, 2014 gun confiscation and registration. for tribal economic development on terms that H.R. 4381—Biometric Information Privacy are equal and fair. Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to Act. This bill sought to prohibit firms from sell- H.R. 1143—Federal Correctional Workers recognize Richard ‘‘Dick’’ Knoebel for his in- ing personal biometric information to third par- Safety Act of 2013. This bill sought to amend duction into the International Association of ties. the federal criminal code to require the Direc- Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) H.R. 4343—Write the Laws Act. This bill tor of the Bureau of Prisons to ensure that Hall of Fame, which honors legends and pio- sought to end the unconstitutional delegation each prison facility provides a secure firearms neers for their significant contributions to the

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In er, I rise today to honor a remarkable enforce- Conner, who recently passed away after a 1984, he was a key player in the development ment officer and community servant, Under long fight with cancer. Dave is survived by his and adoption of the Pennsylvania Ride Inspec- Sheriff Derrick Cubit. wife Teri, son Gavin, and daughter Ashton. tion Act. Derrick Cubit was born on a warm, sunny Dave Conner dedicated his life to public day of September 1, 1970 in Jackson, MS. As Since 1988, Mr. Knoebel has served as the service, serving for over thirty-two years in the a youngster, he lived in Hazlehurst, Mis- president of the family business. In this role, state and Federal courts. And throughout that sissippi with his mother, Bobbie, his brother, he has shown a strong dedication to pre- time, he served our state and country with serving and restoring vintage rides including Travis, and his late grandmother, Sarah. Derrick Cubit started school when he was both honor and integrity. ‘‘The Phoenix’’ roller coaster from Texas and six-years-old. He went to kindergarten through Dave’s career as a public servant dates ‘‘The Twister’’ from Colorado, both of which fifth grades at Hazlehurst Elementary, at- back to 1982, when he graduated law school currently operate at Knoebel’s. He has also tended Hazlehurst Middle School, and grad- and began working as a Deputy District Attor- constructed first-of-their-kind attractions such uated from Hazlehurst High School in 1988. ney in Denver. After six years, he became an as a flume ride with wood supports and the He continued his education by attending Hinds Assistant U.S. Attorney. In 1996, he took a po- ‘‘Flying Turns,’’ the only wooden bobsled-style Community College and Jackson State Univer- sition as a public defender, and after four roller coaster in existence which was modeled sity where he majored in Criminal Justice. years in that capacity, he returned to the U.S. after a ride from the 1930s. Mr. Knoebel has ‘‘Life has been a means of friends and fam- Attorney’s office. been an active IAAPA volunteer and has ily who you can trust and who trusts you.’’ I have had the honor of meeting Dave and made many significant contributions to the or- says Mr. Cubit. He is pretty happy with what discussing possible ways we could curb the ganization, including serving as a member of life brings and is accustomed to being around trend of mass shooting incidents that our na- the Board of Directions from 1999 to 2002. primarily adults, those who he received wis- tion, and Colorado, in particular, has experi- Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of Dick dom from. He met lots of people who invested enced in recent years. Dave was dedicated to Knoebel’s induction into the IAAPA Hall of and took time with him, and helped him to public safety and I found his insight and ad- Fame, I commend him and thank him for all of excel at most of his many and various hob- vice on gun violence to be very helpful as we his hard work and lasting contributions to the bies. He did well in school because of this and discussed this extremely important issue. attractions industry, and I wish him well in his fortunately, self-awareness was something An active member of the Smoky Hill United future endeavors. that was learned later on in his years. Methodist Church, Dave Connor was dedi- Under Sheriff Cubit is a member of the Phi cated to his family and community and his life f Beta Fraternity and of the Golden Square should serve as an example of the positive ef- Lodge #88. There was always an interest in fect that dedicated public servants can have SUPPORTING SECTION 206 OF H.R. being a public servant, and he finally got an on those around them. My heartfelt prayers go 647, THE ABLE ACT opportunity to work for the Copiah County out to his family, friends, and loved ones as Sheriff Department in October of 1997. He they grieve the loss of a dedicated public serv- gives all thanks to the late Chief Deputy Joe ant and a great man. HON. PETER J. ROSKAM L. Young, who gave him the opportunity to be- f come a Deputy Sheriff with the Copiah County OF ILLINOIS Sheriff Department. The trend was set by just ABD AL-BASET AZZOUZ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meeting his potential, and taking on new chal- lenges when someone brought it to his atten- HON. MARC A. VEASEY Thursday, December 11, 2014 tion that he’d be perfect for the opportunity to OF TEXAS work through the ranks at the Sheriff Depart- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I was pleased ment. He started out being a Deputy Sheriff, Thursday, December 11, 2014 to advocate for and support the recently later was promoted to Juvenile Officer, after passed H.R. 647, the ABLE Act, for the impor- that he was promoted to Captain of Patrol, Mr. VEASEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tant benefits it offers to the disabled, and be- and now he serves as the Under Sheriff for order to commend the recent intelligence part- cause of the additional clarity and equity it will the Copiah County Sheriff Department. nership between the United States and the provide for employers dealing with the IRS. Under Sheriff Cubit always assumed he’d country of Turkey that led to the apprehension Section 206 addresses an issue under cur- never get married because he was a hard and eventual transfer into U.S. custody of a rent law and the interpretation of the IRS for worker and thought that if he was tied down senior Al Qaeda operative, Abd al-Baset employers that use the services of profes- by the constraints of a wife and kids his work Azzouz. sional employer organizations (PEOs). For ex- might hinder family growth. But then, he met The State Department of the United States ample, any PEO that qualifies as a statutory the beautiful Ms. Semekia Jones in 1994 and listed Azzouz as a ‘‘Specially Designated employer under the Internal Revenue Code is they agreed to marry in 2001. He had one son Global Terrorist’’ pursuant to Executive Order eligible to claim the Tip Tax Credit, instead of before this union and now his new family role 13224 on September 24, 2014. Additionally, the restaurant for which the wait staff who di- suits him as being a father and husband. He’s the State Department states that Azzouz ‘‘has rectly perform the services and therefore driven to spur his son on to even greater ac- had a presence in Afghanistan, the United earned the qualification for it. complishments. Kingdom, and Libya. He was sent to Libya in Despite a lifetime of challenges and accom- 2011 by al-Qa’ida leader Ayman al-Zawahiri to Under this system, some PEOs claim the plishments Under Sheriff Cubit has held on to build a fighting force there, and mobilized ap- credit themselves as the statutory employer, a quote by James Baldwin: ‘‘The world is be- proximately 200 fighters. He is considered a others administer the credit for the restaurants fore you, and you need not take it or leave it key operative capable of training al-Qa’ida re- which they serve, and some restaurants claim as it was when you came in.’’ His goal is to cruits in a variety of skills, such as IED con- the credit directly—only to be challenged in achieve what James Baldwin speaks about. struction.’’ IRS audits. Although he would question, ‘‘How?’’ he be- I am encouraged by this positive develop- This provision of the ABLE Act provides im- lieves that the moment his son entered this ment between Turkey and the United States portant tax clarity for small businesses working world, he then knew that he had achieved it. and hope that this event indicates a growing with PEOs. I am pleased to have been able to Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me partnership between our countries that will re- help secure the passage of this legislation in in recognizing Under Sheriff Derrick Cubit for sult in a common military strategy against hos- the House of Representatives, and I urge its his dedication to serving our great Country tile elements in Iraq and Syria. While no inter- prompt consideration in the Senate. and his community. national relationship is perfect, there is already

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Authorities in Britain OF MICHIGAN mend this very positive incident of counterter- had briefly detained Azzouz before letting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rorism cooperation between the U.S. and Tur- him go, according to news reports. Thursday, December 11, 2014 key, as well as do all that we can to encour- age these efforts to continue. Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I [From International Business Times, Dec. 4, rise today to honor the service of Brenda Law- Finally, I submit the recent articles from the 2014] Washington Post and International Business rence, Mayor of the City of Southfield, who will Times. AL QAEDA LEADER ABD AL-BASET AZZOUZ, be leaving office at the end of this year to rep- [From the Washington Post, Dec. 5, 2014] ACCUSED OF PARTICIPATION IN BENGHAZI AT- resent Michigan’s 14th Congressional District TACK, REPORTEDLY AWAITING TRIAL IN US SUSPECTED AL-QAEDA MEMBER HELD IN JOR- in the United States House of Representa- DAN AS U.S. INVESTIGATES POSSIBLE (By Alessandria Masi) tives. BENGHAZI LINK Mayor Brenda L. Lawrence is a long-time A senior al Qaeda leader accused of partici- (By Adam Goldman and Karen DeYoung) resident of the City of Southfield. A product of pating in the attack on the U.S. embassy in Michigan’s public school system, Mayor Law- A suspected member of al-Qaeda who had Benghazi, Libya, was arrested in Turkey last recently been designated a global terrorist rence is an alumna of Pershing High School month. The Libya-based terrorist leader was by the United States has been detained in and received her BA in Public Administration transferred to Jordan and subsequently to Jordan. The United States is also inves- from Central Michigan University. tigating whether he played a role in the Sep- the U.S., where he is now awaiting trial, ac- Ms. Lawrence was elected Mayor of the City cording to the Turkish Hurriyet Daily News. tember 2012 attacks on U.S. facilities in of Southfield in November of 2001. She is the Benghazi. U.S. officials, who spoke on the A joint CIA and Turkish intelligence oper- first African American and first woman Mayor condition of anonymity to discuss an ongo- ation led to Abd al-Baset Azzouz’s capture of Southfield, a city with a population of over ing investigation, identified the man as Abd when he attempted to enter Turkey with a al-Baset Azzouz, a Libyan national. Details 78,000 residents, a budget of $143 million, fake passport, according to a report from and 833 employees. Mayor Lawrence is com- about his capture and what charges he could Turkish daily Milliyet. Azzouz is a senior face in the United States remain unclear. mitted to diversity, fiscal responsibility, edu- member of al Qaeda’s branch in Libya and al- Turkish news media reported that Azzouz cation, and keeping a clean and safe city. legedly had a role in the bombing that killed was captured Nov. 13 in an operation in Mayor Lawrence has been a community ad- U.S. Ambassador to Libya Christopher Ste- Yalova, which is about 100 miles south of vocate for many years, both as an elected offi- vens and U.S. Foreign Service Information Istanbul, and that he was later deported to cial and a private citizen. She has served on Management Officer Sean Smith on Sept. 11, Jordan. the Southfield City Council, where she was Turkey’s Daily Sabah newspaper said the 2012. CIA provided the tip that led to his arrest. elected president in 1999. As a Council- The CIA declined to comment on its al- woman, Ms. Lawrence gained experience in The CIA declined to comment. leged involvement in the operation and the In recent years, the Obama administration managing a multi-million dollar budget and Department of Defense did not immediately has brought a number of alleged terrorists to demonstrated fiscal responsibility. Ms. Law- confirm Azzouz’s continued presence in the this country after capture by the U.S. or rence has also served on the Southfield Public U.S. through extradition. Azzouz has not been School Board of Education as President, Vice- named in any public statements or reports A man by that name was put on the U.S. President, and Secretary. Her love for commu- about those sought in connection with the State Department’s Designated Terrorist nity involvement has been evident through her Benghazi attacks. Although the State De- List in September and described as a ‘‘key partment designated Azzouz as a terrorist, it previous service as a volunteer in various ca- operative capable of training al Qaeda re- pacities on the Parent Youth Guidance Com- is not known if there are any criminal cruits in a variety of skills, such as IED [im- mission, Oakland County United Way Advisory charges against him that would facilitate his provised explosive device] construction.’’ extradition to the United States. Committee, and Oakland County AIDS Coun- Azzouz’s name was also presented to the A likely venue for any criminal pro- House Committee on Foreign Affairs last cil. ceedings would be federal court in New York. Since becoming Mayor, Ms. Lawrence has FBI spokesman Peter Donald in New York year on a list of people it did not ‘‘make sense to consider anything but ‘core’ al initiated the following community programs: declined to comment. One official stressed The Mayor’s Walk community health program; that U.S. intelligence was still examining Qaeda members.’’ whether Azzouz had a role in the Benghazi Mayor’s Roundtable—a citizen driven forum Azzouz was detained for nearly 10 months where residents can discuss one-on-one top- attacks that killed U.S. Ambassador J. in the U.K. in 2006. Upon his release, he ics of concern; Southfield Reads!—a program Christopher Stevens and three other Ameri- moved to Libya at the request of al Qaeda cans. leader Ayman al-Zawahiri, according to designed to promote reading literacy in the In September, the State Department des- Hurriyet. Al-Zawahiri reportedly sent him to City of Southfield; Annual Flower Day; City- ignated Azzouz a global terrorist. The State wide Blood Drive; and Today’s Woman—a Department said he has also lived in Afghan- Libya to open a training camp and recruit fighters, a move that ‘‘indicates that senior cable show featuring respected women in and istan and Britain. around Southfield. As a result of her initiative As part of the designation, the United al Qaeda leaders trust him to carry out the States said Azzouz was sent home by al- strategic task of establishing an al Qaeda to create a more environmentally friendly com- Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri in 2011 to network in Libya,’’ according to a 2012 re- munity, Mayor Lawrence joined over 600 other build a fighting force in Libya, mobilizing port from the Federal Research Division of Mayors in signing the Mayors Climate Protec- about 200 fighters. the Library of Congress. tion Agreement, and with Council support has ‘‘He is considered a key operative capable Libyan jihadist group Ansar al-Sharia has created the Southfield Green Committee. of training al-Qaeda recruits in a variety of been widely held accountable for the deadly Mayor Lawrence has received many honors skills, such as IED [improvised explosive de- Benghazi attack, but the group said in a for her leadership skills. She was recognized vice] construction,’’ according to the State in October 2007 as one of Crain’s ‘‘2007 Most Department. statement that it ‘‘didn’t participate as a Seth Jones, an analyst at the Rand Corp., sole entity.’’ Ansar al-Sharia has a strong Influential Women.’’ She is the recipient of the said Azzouz probably has minimal informa- presence in Benghazi and is ‘‘ideologically ‘‘2004 Wand Award’’ for breaking new frontiers tion about where Zawahiri is hiding but aligned’’ with al Qaeda, according to the for women and minorities, the Jewish War could provide a clearer picture of the ter- State Department. The group also has a Veterans-State of Michigan ‘‘Brotherhood rorist groups operating in Libya. branch in the Libyan port city of Derna, Award,’’ the Leadership Detroit ‘‘Challenging ‘‘He’s got a lot of information that could where Azzouz allegedly set up his training the Process’’ award, the ABWA Millennium be useful on how al-Qaeda is structured, its camp. Chapter ‘‘Woman of the Year Award,’’ the De- broader strategy and operations,’’ he said. troit Historical Society’s ‘‘Enterprising Women’’ Azzouz isn’t the first known al-Qaeda oper- Derna has long been a jihadist battle- ative suspected of going to Libya in recent ground and is home to several groups, in- award, Leadership Oakland’s 2004 Distin- years. cluding the Islamic Youth Shura Council, guished Leadership & Future Leaders Award Officials said there was intelligence that which recently pledged allegiance to the Is- for Exemplary Leadership, and the ‘‘Black Thirwat Shihata, an Egyptian who was lamic State group. Women Achiever Award.’’ Mayor Lawrence

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.075 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1826 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 has also been named to the Women’s Infor- HONORING SERGEANT MILTON pioneering families of Arizona. Mayor Driggs mal Network ‘‘List of the Most Influential Afri- MOORE passed away on December 11, 2014, sur- can American Women in Metropolitan Detroit’’ rounded by his wife Gail and his devoted fam- and CORP Magazine’s ‘‘95 Most Influential HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON ily. He leaves behind a history of public serv- Women in Michigan.’’ OF MISSISSIPPI ice to Phoenix that will be remembered for Mayor Lawrence is a member of the Oak- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES generations to come. His family and everyone land County Chapter of the NAACP, a mem- who had the opportunity to work with John ber of the Michigan Association of Mayor’s Ad- Thursday, December 11, 2014 Driggs will miss him beyond description be- visory Board, the U.S. Conference of Mayors Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- cause he was a man of integrity, with a strong Advisory Board, the American Heart Associa- er, I rise today to honor a remarkable veteran belief in civic responsibility. tion’s ‘‘Go Red For Women,’’ the Michigan and community servant, Sergeant Milton In addition to serving as Phoenix Mayor Suburbs Alliance Executive Board, Women Of- Moore. Sergeant Moore has shown what can from 1970–1974, John Driggs was a pas- ficials Network Board of Directors, Birmingham be done through hard work, setting goals, and sionate Arizona historic preservationist, and in YMCA Advisory Board, the Pepsi Community aiming high. 2005 was named ‘‘Arizona History Maker’’ by Advisory Board, MBN TV, Radio Advisory Sergeant Moore attended the Southern Re- the Arizona Historical Society. In 1969, John Board and the Board of Governors of the Ren- gional Public Safety Institute in Long Beach, Driggs spearheaded the successful Phoenix aissance/Skyline Club. MS where he graduated with honors in 2000. Growth Committee Bond Elected, which pro- Mr. Speaker, as a former city councilman, I He has completed training in: Clandestine Lab vided funding for the Phoenix Public Library know first-hand how communities benefit from Investigations, Interview and Interrogation, and other cultural venues. He then ran for dedicated elected leaders. Brenda’s years of Psychological Response to Active Shooter, Mayor of Phoenix and served for two terms. dedicated service to the residents of South- and numerous other training courses, includ- During his time in office, the Phoenix Mountain field is a testament to her character and I ing, FEMA Incident Command System Preserve was established, which he later de- know that her experience will serve her well ICS200, IC5300, IC5400, and IC5700. scribed as one of his most important accom- as a member of this legislative body. As I Sergeant Milton Moore was hired with the plishments. close, I can say with confidence that our com- City of Vicksburg in September 1999, as a John Driggs served in the U.S. Navy during munity is a better place thanks to the ongoing, firefighter. Deciding to follow the footsteps of World War II, he started the Second Harvest selfless service of people like Mayor and now his father, he became an employee of the National Food Bank Network, and he was the Congresswoman-Elect Brenda Lawrence. Vicksburg Police Department in March 2000. cornerstone of the 2012 Arizona Centennial f Since that time, he has served as a Patrol Of- Commission. Arizona State Senator Adam SUPPORTING AMERICA’S ficer and Field Training Officer. Driggs is one of Mayor Driggs’ five sons, and CHARITIES ACT Sergeant Moore was promoted to the rank I had the honor of serving with Adam in the of Sergeant in February 2010, scoring the Arizona Legislature from 2005–2012. The HON. BRAD SHERMAN highest of all candidates. Sergeant Moore is dedication and commitment to service that OF CALIFORNIA presently serving as a shift commander, where John Driggs instilled in Adam is apparent in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he currently has 9 officers under his com- everything that he does as a legislator, and I mand. am proud to call Senator Adam Driggs my Thursday, December 11, 2014 Sergeant Moore was only 6 years old when friend and colleague. Members, please join Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I voted his father joined the Vicksburg Police Depart- me for a moment of silence as we extend our against suspending the rules and adopting the ment in 1975. Being around law enforcement deepest condolences to the Driggs family and ‘‘Supporting America’s Charities Act.’’ I think all of his life, Sergeant Moore gained interest as we remember the remarkable life of John there are strong arguments in favor of this leg- and respect for the duties of law enforcement. Driggs—one of Arizona’s great leaders. islation and arguments of roughly equal weight He knew that one day he would be able to f that we should not at this time make these tax wear the uniform and follow his father’s foot- incentives permanent when they are not paid steps and become an officer at the Vicksburg HONORING MONROE COLLEGE’S for. Police Department. Most of the traits and val- WOMEN’S AND MEN’S SOCCER As I have stated in the CONGRESSIONAL ues that Sergeant Moore’s father instilled in TEAMS RECORD on many occasions, I believe that him he still practices daily. These attributes controversial matters should come up under have helped Sergeant Moore become a model HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO regular order, allowing adequate debate time officer. OF NEW YORK and preferably allowing for amendments from February 19, 2014, Sergeant Milton Moore IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the floor. This legislation is controversial was honored as Officer of the Year by the Thursday, December 11, 2014 enough to warrant that attention. Vicksburg Homecoming Benevolence Club. Under these circumstances I could not vote Being a recipient of this award, was a very Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to suspend the rules. I might well vote for this humbling experience for Sergeant Moore. The congratulate both the women’s and men’s soc- legislation if it came to the floor of the House award is named the ‘‘Artel Moore Award’’ after cer teams at Monroe College, based on Je- through regular order, particularly if members Sergeant Moore’s deceased father. rome Avenue in my district in the Bronx. were allowed to offer amendments. Sergeant Moore is a member of the Mis- On November 22nd, the women’s soccer f sissippi Homeland Security Task Force. Ser- team won the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) Division 1 Championship HONORING CONGRESSMAN JIM geant Moore is a veteran of the United States in Melbourne, Florida, defeating defending MATHESON Armed Forces, serving in the U.S. Navy during the first Iraq war, Desert Storm, in 1991. champion Iowa Western. That same weekend, HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me the men’s team reached the finals of the in recognizing Sergeant Milton Moore for his men’s championship, and fought valiantly be- OF MINNESOTA fore losing in overtime to the Tyler (TX) Com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dedication to serving our great Country and his community. munity College team. Thursday, December 11, 2014 f Monroe College first opened in the Bronx in Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise 1933, and over the years has expanded edu- to pay tribute to the career of Congressman THE HONORABLE JOHN D. DRIGGS cational opportunities for thousands of JIM MATHESON. JIM and I were both elected to Bronxites. Many of the beneficiaries are from the House in 2000. It has been a privilege to HON. KYRSTEN SINEMA my district, although with a campus in New work with him over the course of the past four- OF ARIZONA Rochelle, the College has students from all teen years. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES over the New York metropolitan area. JIM has been a tireless advocate for the The time, dedication, and effort of these stu- Thursday, December 11, 2014 people of his district and his voice in Congress dent-athletes to both their academic and ath- will be sorely missed. Ms. SINEMA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to letic pursuits is truly impressive, and I have no Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the ask my colleagues to join me in remembering doubt that the values they have gained service of Congressman JIM MATHESON in the the Honorable John D. Driggs, former Mayor through this experience will serve them well in United States House of Representatives. of Phoenix and a member of one of the early the future. I congratulate these young men

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OLUTION ‘‘COMMEMORATING THE OF MICHIGAN United States Supreme Court Justices Ste- 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES phen Breyer and Antonin Scalia have testified WORLD WAR I CHRISTMAS before the House Committee on the Judiciary TRUCE OF 1914’’ Thursday, December 11, 2014 in support of the Conference and its work on Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, not just one, but two highly historic occasions. together with my colleagues—the Honorable Justice Breyer, for example, cited the Con- HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY BOB GOODLATTE, Chairman of the House Judi- ference’s ‘‘unique’’ role in identifying ways to ciary Committee; the Honorable SPENCER improve the federal regulatory process. He ex- OF NEW YORK BACHUS, Chairman of the Subcommittee on plained in 2004, prior to the Conference’s re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Regulatory Reform, Commercial and Antitrust vival in 2010: Law; and the Honorable HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ Given the Conference’s rather low cost (a Thursday, December 11, 2014 JOHNSON, JR., Ranking Member of the Sub- small central staff, commissioning academic committee on Regulatory Reform, Commercial papers, endless amounts of volunteered pri- Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, today I have and Antitrust—to recognize the 50th anniver- vate time, and two general meetings a year), introduced a resolution commemorating the sary of the Administrative Conference of the it is indeed a pity that by abolishing this centennial anniversary of the World War I Conference, we have weakened our federal United States. Christmas Truce of 1914. government’s ability to respond effectively, Every year, federal agencies issue thou- in this general way, to the problems of its One hundred years ago this month, soldiers sands of regulations that concern the food we citizens. on the Western Front came together to unoffi- eat, the air we breathe, and the autos we I have not found other institutions readily cially pause hostilities and celebrate the drive. Although regulations play a role in myr- available to perform this same task. Indi- Christmas holiday without regard for country iad aspects of our daily lives, there is no inde- vidual agencies, while trying to reform lines or battle lines. The truce gave armies on pendent, nonpartisan entity—other than the themselves, sometimes lack the ability to Administrative Conference of the United make cross-agency comparisons. The Amer- both sides an opportunity to bury their fallen ican Bar Association’s Administrative Law comrades, as well as share some festive States—that exists specifically so that Con- Section, while a fine institution, cannot call cheer while far away from their homes and gress can call upon it to evaluate ways to im- upon the time and resources of agency staff families. prove the regulatory process. members and agency heads as readily as This year marks the 50th anniversary of the could the Administrative Conference. Con- Reports from soldiers on the front lines were Administrative Conference of the United gressional staffs cannot as easily conduct that soldiers engaged in singing carols, shar- States, an independent federal agency tasked the technical research necessary to develop ing food and other provisions, and even light- by Congress to make recommendations in- many of the Conference’s more technical hearted games. One of the most well-known tended to improve the administrative process proposals. The Office of Management and aspects of the Christmas Truce is the im- and to provide nonpartisan expert advice. Budget does not normally concern itself with general procedural proposals. promptu football game that took place among Over the course of its existence, many of the men. Many football clubs to this day rec- these recommendations have been enacted Justice Scalia also described the Con- ognize the Christmas Truce by holding com- into law or voluntarily implemented by federal ference’s ‘‘unique’’ characteristics. Citing its memorative games, and this year’s historic an- agencies and the federal judiciary. As a result ‘‘combination of talents from the academic niversary will feature a number of recognitions of the Conference’s excellent work, our Na- world, from within the executive branch . . . in the sporting world. tion’s federal administrative procedures are and, . . . from the private bar, especially law- yers particularly familiar with administrative The Christmas Truce has always inspired not only looked to as a standard around the world, but constantly in the course of addi- law,’’ he observed, ‘‘I did not know another or- me as a reminder that it is possible for oppo- ganization that so effectively combined the nents to look beyond their differences and see tional improvement. From its inception in 1964, the Conference best talent from each of those areas.’’ In sum, each other as people, but I have a more per- has provided invaluable guidance to all three Justice Scalia said that ACUS was ‘‘obviously sonal connection as well. My great-grandfather branches of government, including federal . . . a worthwhile organization’’ and that it was one of the soldiers present during the agencies, Congress, and the federal judici- was ‘‘an enormous bargain.’’ Christmas Truce, and his story and his experi- ary—about how to make the regulatory proc- Accordingly, we are pleased to mark the ences have been passed down as family lore. ess more responsive, efficient, and cost-effec- 50th anniversary of the Conference and to ex- I’ve also been drawn to this year’s com- tive. Members of the Conference are drawn press our continued support for its very impor- memorations by my good friend Don Mullan, from executive and judicial branches of the tant work. an Irish author who has been championing federal government, academia, as well as f worldwide celebrations of this proud moment from the private sector. FINANCIAL VICTIMIZATION in world history. Don has been developing a Congress has assigned the Conference im- Christmas Truce and Flanders Peace Field portant responsibilities in the implementation HON. SCOTT GARRETT of the Administrative Dispute Resolution Act, Project in Messines, Belgium in partnership OF NEW JERSEY the Negotiated Rulemaking Act, the Equal Ac- with the United Nations Office on Sport for De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cess to Justice Act, the Congressional Ac- velopment and Peace and UNESCO. This Thursday, December 11, 2014 project has gained the support of Nobel Peace countability Act, and the Magnusson-Moss Prize laureate Archbishop Desmond Tutu, and Warranty-Federal Trade Commission Improve- Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, for approxi- will help ensure that the Christmas Truce, and ment Act. In addition, the Conference has fa- mately the past six years, innocent customers more importantly, the lessons it has taught us, cilitated judicial review of agency decisions of three failed broker-dealers—the securities will always be remembered. and helped eliminate various technical impedi- firms of Bernie Madoff, Allan Stanford, and ments to such review. And, the Conference McGill, Smith, have been unfairly victimized I hope that this holiday season, wherever helps save taxpayer dollars. Just one agency time and time again despite the existence of we are, we can all take a moment to remem- alone—the Social Security Administration—es- remedial legislation enacted by Congress for ber the Christmas Truce and to remind our- timated that the Conference’s recommendation the specific purpose of protecting such cus- selves of a time when soldiers laid down their to change that agency’s appeals process tomers. weapons and recognized how essential it is to would result in approximately $85 million in Initially these customers were victimized by value humanity. The Christmas Truce is a savings. the nefarious fraudsters, whose Ponzi symbol of the triumph of the human spirit over In recognition of its many accomplishments, schemes caused the failure of several securi- adversity, and reminds us that even in the the Conference has enjoyed broad bipartisan ties firms and resulted in financial devastation darkest times, we should always strive toward and bicameral support over the years. Presi- for so many. Next, these customers were vic- peace. dent Lyndon Baines Johnson signed the initial timized by the Securities Investor Protection

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.081 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1828 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 Corporation (SIPC) and their henchmen, IN PRAISE OF CONGRESSIONAL HONORING SHERIFF OLIVER whose antics, behavior, and positions were STAFF PARKER, JR. the antithesis of investor protection—financial self interest and preservation clearly appeared HON. NICK J. RAHALL II HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON to be their guiding mantra. Finally, when SIPC OF WEST VIRGINIA OF MISSISSIPPI sought the Court’s blessing for its wrongful IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES conduct and breach of trust, the court’s bizarre Thursday, December 11, 2014 Thursday, December 11, 2014 deference to SIPC and their blatant Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, throughout my misapplication of the Securities Investor Pro- er, I rise today to honor an extraordinary com- tenure in the House of Representatives, I have tection Act (SIPA) resulted in a perverted munity leader, Sheriff Oliver Parker, Jr. been continually impressed by the legions of process and erroneous interpretations of Sheriff Oliver Parker, Jr.’s life began in Dun- staffers who eagerly sign up to serve in the SIPA, which, further victimized these cus- can, MS. Sheriff Parker’s mother, Mrs. Eddie ranks of Congressional aides. tomers by depriving them of the financial pro- Mae Parker, relocated to Hinchcliff, MS when Having started my own career of public he was 10 years old. Sheriff Parker has re- tections and benefits mandated by SIPA and service as a staffer in the U.S. Senate, I know sided in Quitman County for over 50 years. He exposed them to draconian claw-back lawsuits a little about laboring behind the scenes, an- is a graduate of Quitman County High School, seeking to strip them of what few remaining swering the phones, responding to the mail, Northwest Junior College, and the Mississippi assets they might still possess. enduring the long hours of sometimes mun- Law Enforcement Training Academy. Parker dane, often utterly thankless tasks that keep Examples abound supporting these conclu- completed the Mississippi Fire Investigation this place running for the people we were sions. If someone walked into a securities firm Training Academy as a requirement to be- elected to serve. These eager, bright minds and purchased a stock or a bond, who would come an Arson Investigator. He has one come to this place looking to make a dif- believe that such a person would not be con- daughter, Fatina Parker Elliott; one grand- ference in the world. They sacrifice higher sidered a ‘‘customer’’ and would be denied daughter, Ashley-Faith Elliott; and one god- paying jobs in the private sector, and precious basic Congressionally created customer pro- daughter, Detra Foster-Webb. time with their family and friends, in order to tections? Why would a customer of a failed Sheriff Parker has never been a stranger to work without applause for the betterment of hard work. He worked assiduously as a teen- securities house, one who had no knowledge our Nation. of a Ponzi scheme operated by the broker- ager to help his single mother provide for his These members of our staffs do their work siblings. He has always had a desire to help dealer, be subjected to costly litigation to de- anonymously and generally do their work ex- fend the returns their account statements told others. He knew at an early age that he want- ceedingly well, putting their heart and soul into ed to make a difference in the lives of the citi- them they had earned from their investments? fighting for the people we were elected to zens of Quitman County. He pursued his Why would a customer of a broker-dealer re- serve. Frankly, they put up with a lot and dreams of helping the citizens of Quitman ceive a monthly ‘‘account statement’’, pur- Members of Congress ought to do more to de- County by beginning a career in law enforce- porting to evidence their financial position at fend these loyal employees. When the slings ment. He served in the capacity of Deputy the firm, and later the parties charged with and arrows of public anger are aimed at this Sheriff for the Quitman County Sheriff’s De- protecting the rights of those customers be al- institution, these staffers have demonstrated, partment for 23 years. In 1999 he pursued his lowed to disregard those statements and elimi- time and again, a selfless willingness to stand life-long dream of becoming the Sheriff of nate all stated returns in the account? And silently as their jobs and benefits are slashed Quitman County. He was elected the first Afri- who could have ever anticipated that this in some ill-conceived sacrificial exercise. They can-American Sheriff of Quitman County in same entity would elect to adopt a ‘‘valuation’’ are not our political shields. It is the lot of a November of 1999 and took the Oath of Office leader—a true leader—to take the hits. methodology patently designed to provide the on December 9, 1999. He began his respon- Before retiring this year, I want to acknowl- lowest values to the customers in order to sibilities as Sheriff of Quitman County on Jan- edge and express my deep gratitude to the maximize its own bank accounts and re- uary 1, 2000. He has humbly served as Sheriff staff members who have been by my side of Quitman County for 14 years. sources? While these results seem fanciful throughout my career. And I take this moment and far fetched, they are the realities that in- Since the beginning of his career as Sheriff to express my undying thanks to those who of Quitman County, Sheriff Parker has insti- nocent customers of these three broker deal- stayed with me until the very end—never wa- tuted change in a variety of ways and made ers have had to endure. vering in their loyalty to me and the constitu- major contributions to the Quitman County While the courts are charged with the re- ency we served together. These are out- Sheriff’s Department. Jailed youth are offered sponsibility of interpreting statutes, that func- standing and dedicated individuals who de- a variety of programs designed to help them tion properly involves determining Congres- serve the highest praise for their selfless sac- avoid returning to jail, as well as GED tutoring sional intent. If, as here, the Courts have mis- rifice and service in behalf of the people of and testing. The elderly are assisted via the southern West Virginia. interpreted that intent, it is then the role of TRIAD Program. Sheriff Parker also initiated David McMaster, my Chief of Staff Congress to reaffirm what it actually meant the employment of a full-time School Re- Kent Keyser, my longtime aide and trusted source Officer at Madison Shannon Palmer and to clarify how Congress meant to achieve advisor the desired results. Thus the Garrett-Maloney High School. Under Sheriff Parker’s leader- Kate Denman, my Deputy Chief of Staff ship, a full-time detective and additional depu- bill is not an attempt to rewrite SIPA retro- Diane Luensmann, my Communications Di- ties and dispatchers were hired to assist with actively. Rather it is intended to reaffirm what rector protecting and serving the citizens of Quitman Congress meant all along—the protection of Carol Wallace, my Projects Director County. Sheriff Parker’s leadership has proven innocent customers who have been defrauded Josh Sutherland, my Legislative Cor- to be successful, as there were no unsolved by a dishonest broker-dealer. respondent murders in Quitman County until February 8, When Congress reconvenes in January, we Megan Price, my Staff Assistant 2013. will expeditiously address these important Andy Mollohan and Rachel Meyer, my Leg- Sheriff Parker was present at a major mile- issues—victims have been victimized for too islative Assistants, stone in the history of Quitman County which long. Victims will receive what they are due. Kelly Dyke, my District Director, and Greg was the unveiling of the Mule Train sign at the Crist, Kim McMillion, and Larone Alexander, Victims who had no actual knowledge of the city limits of Marks, Mississippi. who worked in the Congressional Office in Sheriff Parker possesses sound judgment; frauds will be extricated from the harassing Beckley he has a great sense of accountability to the ‘‘claw back’’ lawsuits. Much progress was Debrina Workman, Teri Booth, and Debbie citizens of Quitman County; and he has an ir- made on these issues during the past two Stevens—my longtime district aides who reproachable professionalism. Sheriff Parker years—numerous hearings were held and staffed the Congressional Offices in Logan, constantly seeks to establish relationships with support for the Garrett-Maloney bill is now ro- Huntington, and Bluefield the community that ensures continued trust bust and bipartisan. Addressing these issues, Jim Zoia, Ann Adler, Ward McCarragher, Ed and dependability. He is a God-fearing indi- and providing appropriate remedies for the vic- Gilman, Lisa James, and Luke Strimer on my vidual who seeks to serve the citizens of tims, will be a top priority in January, indeed Transportation and Infrastructure Committee Quitman County with the utmost respect, dig- an urgent one. staff. nity and honesty.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.084 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1829 Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me As a person who cares deeply for the well- cist by training, his constituents are known to in recognizing Sheriff Oliver Parker, Jr. for his being and vitality of her community, Vicki boast bumper stickers proclaiming ‘‘My Con- dedication in being a respected community sought to make a difference in Farmington gressman IS a Rocket Scientist.’’ I know we leader. Hills, one of Oakland County’s most populous have all benefited from RUSH’s intelligence f and diverse cities, and was elected to the and wisdom during his time in office. Farmington Hills City Council in 1995. She I was fortunate to have the opportunity to MOTOR TRANSPORTATION went on to serve as a Councilwoman for eight work with RUSH on protecting our environ- COMPANY 100TH ANNIVERSARY years before the voters of Farmington Hills ment. His perspective as a scientist has en- elected her their mayor in 2003. While serving riched the debate over conserving our natural HON. LOU BARLETTA as mayor, Vicki worked to revitalize her com- resources and seeking clean sources of alter- OF PENNSYLVANIA munity by creating a long-term economic mas- native energy. I wish him the best in his new IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ter plan that focused on encouraging mixed- role as CEO of the American Association for Thursday, December 11, 2014 use developments and increasing commercial the Advancement of Science, a cause that is Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I congratulate density—plans which put Farmington Hills at close to his heart. the Motor Transportation Company as they the forefront of these efforts. In recognition of Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring the celebrate their 100th anniversary. her strong record of service and results, she service of Congressman RUSH HOLT in the The Motor Transportation Company, found- was named the President of the Michigan Mu- United States House of Representatives. ed in 1914 by Leon Dotter, began with a mail nicipal League from 2006 to 2007 and was f named one of Detroit’s most influential women route from Lehighton to Stroudsburg. Leon HONORING CHARLES MCLIMANS also hauled coal from the Harwood Mines to by Crain’s Magazine in 2007. Following her time in city government, Vicki AND LOAVES AND FISHES COM- bins in the Hazleton Steam Heating Co. and MUNITY SERVICES transported coal miners throughout local coal went on to continue the legacy of another mining villages. Following the economic dev- great Farmington Hills Mayor in Lansing and astation of the Depression and the decline of public servant, Aldo Vagnozzi, a man who HON. BILL FOSTER the coal industry, Herman Dotter, a veteran also served as her mentor. I know it was a OF ILLINOIS who served in the U.S. Marine Corps, shifted great honor for Vicki to be entrusted to suc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the company’s focus to school busing while ceed Aldo both as Mayor and later as Farm- Thursday, December 11, 2014 still ensuring residents of the Hazleton area ington and Farmington Hills’ voice in Michi- Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in had access to first-class transportation. In gan’s House of Representatives in Lansing. In honor of Charles McLimans, the President and 1959, Motor Transportation achieved national that role, she has continued her exemplary CEO of Loaves & Fishes Community Services recognition by winning Fleet Owner Maga- commitment to public service, working across in Naperville, Illinois. zine’s color design award, no doubt due in the aisle as an advocate for strengthening Loaves & Fishes is a nonprofit community part to the company’s signature ‘‘orange public schools, leveraging Michigan’s re- organization that has become an institution for wheels.’’ In 1978, Herman developed Hazleton sources to draw new industries to the state, Naperville and DuPage County for both the Area Transit, providing service from Hazleton and protecting communities’ abilities to provide population it serves and the over 1,500 volun- to the surrounding areas, and he also pro- essential services to their residents. In rec- teers that help every year. The Loaves & moted tourism into the region’s historic coal ognition of her outstanding leadership, she Fishes Community Pantry provided aid to over mining area. Currently, third generation Lee was named the 2012 Legislator of the Year by 18,000 people in 2012–2013, handling over 3 Dotter and Lori Dotter Yanuzzi run the com- the Police Officers Association of Michigan. million pounds of groceries. Additionally, the pany and maintain the organization’s commit- I have been so fortunate to have a partner organization’s Pathways to Empowerment pro- ment to providing quality service, mainly fo- at the state level like Vicki, who has been a gram assists people in accessing vital commu- cusing on tourism. strong voice and valuable resource for the nity services and training courses. Mr. Speaker, on the 100th anniversary of its people of Michigan. With experience that tran- Mr. McLimans is stepping down as Presi- founding, I thank all of the members of the scends multiple levels of government, her ad- dent and CEO on January 9, 2014 after seven Motor Transportation Company, past and vice on the issues affecting the state of Michi- years leading the organization. Under his lead- present, for their hard work and continued ef- gan has been invaluable. ership, Loaves & Fishes has moved to a new forts to provide quality transportation services Mr. Speaker, as a public servant, I know home, added additional services such as and tours for the people of Northeast Pennsyl- that our local elected officials are dedicated to healthcare counseling and computer classes, vania, and I wish the organization many more the communities they serve. Vicki has dem- and expanded its coverage to serve all of years of successful service. onstrated this throughout her tenure of service to the people of the Greater Farmington area DuPage County. f and Michigan. I know her passion and reason I would like to thank Charles McLimans for IN RECOGNITION OF STATE REP- will be greatly missed by her colleagues in the his service to our community and for his tire- RESENTATIVE VICKI BARNETT Michigan Legislature, but as someone who less efforts in the fight against hunger. FOR TWENTY YEARS OF SERV- cares deeply for her community, I know Vicki f ICE TO THE PEOPLE OF FARM- will continue to be involved in endeavors that TRIBUTE TO JOHN KNOCHEL INGTON HILLS AND MICHIGAN seek to strengthen the City of Farmington Hills and other municipalities across Michigan. I HON. GARY C. PETERS wish her success in her new endeavors and HON. TODD ROKITA OF MICHIGAN look forward to continuing to work with her for OF INDIANA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the people of Michigan. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, December 11, 2014 f Thursday, December 11, 2014 Mr. PETERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I HONORING CONGRESSMAN RUSH Mr. ROKITA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rise today to recognize a valued public servant HOLT recognize and salute a notable Hoosier, Mr. to the people of Michigan, my dear friend, John Knochel, who after years of service to State Representative Vicki Barnett. After twen- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Tippecanoe County, Indiana, will be retiring on ty years of service to the residents of the OF MINNESOTA December 31, 2014. On behalf of the citizens Greater Farmington area at both the local and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Tippecanoe County, I wish to express our state level, Vicki is preparing to embark upon heartfelt gratitude and appreciation for his new endeavors. Thursday, December 11, 2014 leadership and service to our community, Prior to her embarking upon her journey of Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise state, and country. public service, Vicki worked as a financial to pay tribute to the career of Congressman John is a lifelong Hoosier and Tippecanoe planner, helping her clients realize their goals RUSH HOLT. County resident. He served as District 1 Tip- through making sound investments, a profes- During his time in the House, Congressman pecanoe County Commissioner since 1997. sion she has continued during her tenure as HOLT has been a leader on protecting the en- During those 17 years, he oversaw the con- an elected official. Vicki is also a licensed ac- vironment and his voice on this important struction of the County Parking Garage and cident, life and health insurance agent. issue will be sorely missed. A research physi- organized the development of the Tippecanoe

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.086 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1830 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 County Community Corrections Center. Pre- Will this Congress allow Barack Obama to This Congress and the next must rein in viously, he served the people of Tippecanoe centralize authority in the White House under those activists who weaponize the government County as a member of the County Council for an imperial Presidency, or will we take back to target opponents. two terms. During his time on the council, he our Constitutional Republic? From the IRS to the EPA to the FEC, politi- oversaw the remodel and renovation of the Too many in this chamber are perfectly cians are perverting the mission of federal Tippecanoe County Office Building and the happy to let Obama render them irrelevant. agencies. Instead of administering laws unique and historic County Courthouse. His I am not one of them. I didn’t come here to passed by Congress, federal agencies are past service on the Tipmont REMC Board of settle in. I came here to upset things. now used to target those whose ideas differ Directors helped keep energy affordable to I introduced several measures that would from those in power. Hoosier families. He also shared his love of lit- restore our congressional oversight and our This perversion of power extends to the tar- erature with younger generations while a constitutional republic. geting of law-abiding gun owners by political When Barack Obama used Executive Or- member of the Tippecanoe Library Board. activists in the Justice Department, the tar- ders to violate the Second Amendment, I I have known John and his family since the geting of landowners by political activists in fought back. Working with Senator RAND very beginning of my public service career. He the Interior Department and EPA, and the tar- PAUL, I introduced the Restore the Constitution has always been willing to share advice on a geting of people of faith by virtually all federal variety of good government measures. He is a Act, which would nullify any executive action and prohibit funding of any action that agencies. role model for his friends, family, leaders in Liberals are building an America where gov- the community, and the citizens of Tippecanoe oversteps the President’s constitutional author- ity. ernment is used to settle scores and stifle op- County. posing ideas. I am honored to congratulate him on his re- I also introduced the Second Amendment Congress must fight back. tirement and thank him on behalf of the peo- Protection Act of 2013 to prohibit all UN fund- We must protect, and restore the Second ple of Tippecanoe County for his years of ing as long as they continue to target peaceful Amendment by repealing anti-gun laws and service to his community, his goodwill, and gun owners, as well as the Safe Military reining in a rogue Justice Department. dedication in helping make Indiana a better Bases Act to allow our soldiers to carry fire- We must protect the right to life by passing place to live. John, thank you for sharing your arms to stop terrorists. a Human Life Amendment to the Constitution talents and generosity in service to the Great- I introduced the first-ever Sanctity of Life Act er Lafayette area. in 1995, and brought it back to this Congress, and repealing Obamacare. to declare that life begins at conception and to We must protect a free economy by passing f end the tragedy of abortion. a REINS Act to take away the power of bu- A TRIBUTE TO THE PEOPLE OF I introduced H. Res. 306, which would have reaucrats to make up and enforce their own THE THIRTY-SIXTH DISTRICT OF forced a vote on establishing a Select Com- laws, and by repealing all laws and govern- TEXAS mittee to investigate President Obama’s bun- ment agencies not explicitly spelled out in Arti- gled response to the terrorist attacks on our cle I, Section 8 of the Constitution. HON. STEVE STOCKMAN consulate in Benghazi, Libya. The public pres- And this Congress and the next must re- OF TEXAS sure created by that eventually led to a House store a Constitutional Presidency by taking IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES investigation of the terrorist act. back powers usurped by the White House and I introduced the Virtual Currency Tax Re- Thursday, December 11, 2014 repealing all Executive Orders that defy the form Act and the Cryptocurrency Protocol Pro- Constitution. Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, as I deliver tection and Moratorium Act to protect the Just because I won’t be here in the well my last speech as a Congressman for the emerging technologies of alternative cur- doesn’t mean I won’t continue to fight. 36th District of Texas, I want to begin by once rencies, which will eventually lead to greater And we must fight more ferociously than again thanking the people of Southeast Texas prosperity and economic opportunity for all. ever if we are to save this constitutional re- for giving me the honor of representing them. And I introduced the Audit the Fed Act, to public. Our oil produces everything from the gas require transparency and accountability in the It has been an honor to serve with you all. you put in your car to the PVC in an Federal Reserve System. Thank you for this opportunity to speak, and I antifracking bumper sticker. We build the I helped lead the battle against amnesty for pray that the members of the 114th Congress spacecraft that explore the stars and the illegal aliens in every possible way. I was able will fight with fire in their bellies for the life of freighters that serve every port in the world. to block the 2013 Senate amnesty bill—which our Republic. The 36th District’s powerful economic reach was on a fast track to passage—with the ‘blue goes around the world and even into space. slip’ procedure, resulting in the Chairman of f But we in Southeast Texas aren’t just the House Ways and Means Committee de- HONORING LAMBS OF GOD, INC. known for giving birth to NASA and the world’s claring the bill in violation of the Constitution. oil industry. We are also known for fighting for This year I inspected and reported my find- what we believe in no matter the odds. ings about our porous border and the inhu- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON I first came to Congress in 1995. The man mane facilities which were used to house ille- OF MISSISSIPPI I defeated was a 42-year incumbent, the gal alien children. In addition, my SECURITY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chairman of the Judiciary Committee and the Act would build the 2,000 mile border fence Thursday, December 11, 2014 most senior Democrat in Congress in one of and eliminate many of the so-called magnet Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- the most heavily Democrat districts in Amer- benefits, which would dramatically reduce if er, I rise today to honor a landmark establish- ica. The district had never in 100 years elect- not halt illegal immigration. ment within the Clinton community that pro- ed a Republican, and he remains the most I also filed five resolutions seeking to force vides one of the most critical and essential senior member of Congress to have been de- the President, Attorney General, Treasury services for all working parents: Lambs of feated in a general election. Secretary, FEC Chairman and Defense Sec- God, Inc. I overcame similar odds to return here in retary to turn over all emails in their or in the Lambs of God, Inc., formerly known as 2012. We defeated the President of the Texas NSA’s possession which were sent to or from Agape’ Childcare, was established on August Senate in a district he had drawn for himself former IRS official Lois Lerner. Since then, the and was supposed to win without a runoff. We supposedly lost emails have been uncovered. 1987 by Jessie and Shirley Burns of Bolton, forced a runoff, without him in it, where I de- The IRS’ actions amount to a crime, and Mississippi. Over the past two decades, the feated a millionaire who outspent me 15 to 1. one that the highest official should be account- establishment has changed ownership and My election to this Congress had the lowest able for. name twice, but the quality of childcare and dollar-per-vote of any winning federal cam- These acts and resolutions are needed now nurturing has continued to grow for over 20 paign in America, despite having to face three more than ever, because these next two years years. In 1998, Victor and Cantrell Keyes, also elections, two of which I was not favored to will be among the most perilous in American of Bolton, Mississippi, became the new own- win. history. ers and changed the name to Agape Christian Those two victories over improbable odds As we saw in the ongoing IRS scandal, the Academy. In June 2005, Kenneth and Vickie prove anything is possible, if you know how to left in America seems intent to use the gov- Lewis of Clinton, Mississippi became the es- fight for it. ernment to target citizens who speak out. tablishment’s present day owners and re- I bring this up because this Congress faces They did it to Ted Stevens. They did it to named the business Lambs of God, Inc. a monumental fight. The very survival of our Tom DeLay. They’re doing it to Rick Perry. Over 1000 children have been served and constitutional republic is in question. And they will do it to you. ministered to through Lambs of God, Inc.

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Res. 161—Authorizing the use of amend rule XXII of the Rules of the House of the physical, cognitive, emotional, and social the Capitol Grounds for the Washington for Representatives to prohibit the introduction or growth in a safe Christian learning environ- Jesus 1996 prayer rally: This bill sought to consideration of legislation designating a build- ment. permit One Nation Under God, Inc., to spon- ing in honor of a person who has served as In addition to providing childcare, the estab- sor a free public event on the Capitol Grounds a Member of Congress, a Federal judge, or an lishment also offers summer camp, preschool, on April 29 and 30, 1996. officer in the executive branch until at least afterschool, before school drop-off, A’Beka tu- H.R. 2749—Child Protection and Ethics I five years after the person’s retirement from torial and two well-balanced meals and two Education Act of 1995: This bill sought to di- that office. afternoon snacks. The overall mission of rect the Comptroller General to conduct a H.R. 2087—Sanctity of Life Act of 1995: Lambs of God, Inc. is to interactively engage study to determine whether programs, lec- This bill sought to amend the Federal criminal a child’s educational needs while promoting tures, texts, or other pedagogical materials in- code to declare that the Supreme Court and professionalism in the field of childcare. volving sexuality used by agencies, univer- district courts shall not have jurisdiction over The vision and inspiration for Lambs of God, sities, or elementary and secondary schools any case arising out of any statute, ordinance, Inc. manifested via the encouragement given (institutions) that receive Federal funds for rule, regulation, or practice on the grounds by Mrs. Daisy Johnson, owner of Kids Are educational purposes significantly or particu- that the statute, ordinance, rule, regulation, or Kids Learning Center in Brandon, Mississippi. larly rely on the scholarship of, directly or indi- practice protects the rights of human persons Her insight in the field of childcare gave Mr. rectly consisting of, or based on the studies between conception and birth or prohibits, lim- and Mrs. Lewis the inspiration and the tools entitled ‘‘Sexual Behavior in the Human Male’’ its, or regulates the performance of abortions needed to encourage and redirect families and and ‘‘Sexual Behavior in the Human Female’’ or the provision of public funds, facilities, per- single parents. Childcare became the perfect authored by Alfred Kinsey and his team of re- sonnel, or other assistance for the perform- opportunity to lay a strong spiritual/educational searchers, published in 1948 and 1953 ance of abortions. foundation, build character and exemplify love, (Kinsey reports). H.R. 1849—Chinese Human Rights Act of all while strengthening the community and es- H.R. 2470—Second Amendment Reaffirma- 1995: This bill sought to amend the Trading tablishing lifelong relationships. tion Act of 1995: This bill sought to repeal the with the Enemy Act to define China as an Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act and enemy for purposes of the export of military in recognizing Lambs of God, Inc. for its’ past the Assault Weapon Manufacturing Strict Li- products to such country until the Congress and present dedication to providing impec- ability Act of 1990. determines that China does not engage in any cable, dependable childcare services in an ef- H.R. 2469—Wanda Boughton Social Secu- significant violation of human rights and poses fort to help families of all backgrounds within rity Original Intent Act of 1995: This bill sought no significant threat to the United States. the Clinton community. to amend title II (Old Age, Survivors and Dis- Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to provide that a person who has been forced to f ability Insurance) (OASDI) of the Social Secu- rity Act to permit an individual entitled to both abort a pregnancy or to undergo involuntary LEGISLATIVE RECORD OF STEVE OASDI and to widow’s and widower’s insur- sterilization, or who has been persecuted for STOCKMAN IN 104TH CONGRESS ance benefits to receive both without reduction failure or refusal to undergo such a procedure, in the amount of the widow’s or widower’s in- shall be deemed to have been persecuted on HON. STEVE STOCKMAN surance benefit by the amount of the OASDI account of political opinion and entitled to po- OF TEXAS benefit. litical refugee status under such Act. H.J. Res. 87—Proposing an amendment to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H.J. Res. 107—Proposing an amendment to the Constitution of the United States regarding the Constitution of the United States regarding Thursday, December 11, 2014 congressional pay and pensions: This bill citizenship in the United States: This bill Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, as the 113th sought to require Members of Congress to re- sought to grant U.S. citizenship to only those Congress comes to a close, it is my pleasure ceive compensation for their services or to be persons: (1) born to a parent who is a U.S. cit- to note all of the legislative actions that I have reimbursed for expenses incurred with respect izen; (2) born within the United States to a taken in my tenure in my first term in Con- to such services only from the treasury of the parent lawfully in and subject to the jurisdiction gress. In the 104th Congress, I introduced the State which they represent in Congress in an of the United States at the time of that par- following legislation: amount to be determined by an act of the ents’ entry into the United States; and (3) nat- H.R. 4222—Educational Freedom Act of State’s legislature. uralized according to U.S. law. Sets forth pro- 1996: This bill sought to amend the Internal H.R. 2328—Jeramy’s Act: This bill sought to visions relating to: (1) restrictions on services Revenue Code to allow a tax credit of up to direct the Secretary of Transportation to with- or payments to non-U.S. citizens; (2) English $3,000 per student per year for tuition and re- hold specified percentages of Federal-aid language requirement for naturalization; and lated expenses at nonpublic elementary and highway funds apportioned to States that per- (3) apportionment of Representatives based secondary schools. Subjects such credit to ad- mit the sale of alcoholic beverages to persons on number of citizens of each State. justed gross income limits. who are less than 21 years old. H.R. 807—Taxpayer Protection Act of 1995: H.R. 4221—Stephen E. LeNoir Malpractice H.R. 2250—Community Development Act of This bill sought to prohibit funds appropriated Accountability Act of 1996: This bill sought to 1995: This bill sought to amend Federal cus- or made available under any law from being amend the Federal Tort Claims Act to make toms law to require the Secretary of the used for the purpose of any swap, loan, loan the United States liable in an action brought Treasury to promulgate regulations providing guarantee, or grant to Mexico until the Con- by a member of a uniformed service for per- for the return of one percent of customs duties gress has affirmatively approved such assist- sonal injury caused by the provision of health assessed on a commodity to the port or air- ance. care by a health care professional in a uni- port of entry that is a public corporation in f formed service, except where such injuries which the commodity was located at the time HONORING MURIEL ELLIS were sustained during a declared state of war. of assessment. H. Con. Res. 179—To express the sense of H. Res. 210—Providing for the consider- the Congress that Buddhist monks and civil- ation of the bill (H.R. 464) to repeal the prohi- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON OF MISSISSIPPI ians and Roman Catholic monks and priest bitions relating to semiautomatic assault weap- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unlawfully detained by the government of the ons and large capacity ammunition feeding Socialist Republic of Vietnam should be re- devices: This bill sought to repeal prohibitions Thursday, December 11, 2014 leased: This bill called for the Government of on semiautomatic assault weapons and large Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to release all capacity feeding devices. er, I rise today to honor Mrs. Muriel Ellis, who Buddhist monks and civilians and all Roman H. Res. 199—Amending clause 2 of rule has been blazing through Mississippi’s legal Catholic monks and priests currently being un- XXII of the Rules of the House to prohibit the system. lawfully detained. introduction or consideration of legislation des- Mrs. Ellis, 54, became the first African H.R. 3446—Regulatory Relief and Job Pres- ignating a building or any other structure in American clerk of Mississippi’s Supreme Court ervation Act of 1996: This bill amends the honor of a person who is serving or has and Court of Appeals on July 1 this year, after Clean Air Act to repeal the authority of the Ad- served as a Member of Congress, a Federal being the first African American Supreme ministrator of the Environmental Protection judge, or an officer of the executive branch Court deputy clerk and chief deputy clerk.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.093 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1832 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 Mrs. Ellis worked her way through the cans to own, buy, and sell real property. Joyce Specifically, H.R. 2901, the Water for the clerk’s office for 23 years after beginning as a has been a Federal Political Coordinator World Act, will: legal clerk in 1991. The Callaway High School (FPC) for the National Association of Realtors 1. Institutionalize existing capacity in the alumna, who graduated in 1977, became chief since 1996. During my time in Congress, U.S. government to ensure WASH remains a deputy clerk in 2009 after being named a Joyce served as my FPC, and she did a tre- political priority and expertise is available at team leader in 2000 and deputy clerk in 2007. mendous job of always ensuring that I was ap- USAID and State Department headquarters to The Jackson native said she is blessed and prised of the issues of concern to the National guide strategic implementation of effective and honored to accept her new position. ‘‘I am just Association of Realtors. sustainable WASH programs going to lead the clerk’s office forward,’’ she Joyce cares about her local community, and 2. Enhance criteria for choosing high-priority said. Mrs. Ellis took courses at Phillips Busi- her service extends to serving on various countries to ensure that limited funds are di- ness College and worked as a ward secretary boards and commissions. Joyce worked with rected to the countries and communities most for St. Dominic Hospital from 1979–1987. the MAC Council to help Diamond Bar be- in need Mrs. Ellis has seen many changes since come a City. She was instrumental in devel- working in the clerk’s office. Along with Ms. oping the Diamond Bar General Plan. She 3. Advance best practices of effective aid, Kathy Gillis, former Mississippi Supreme Court served on the Traffic and Transportation Com- such as improved monitoring and evaluation Clerk of 33 years, Mrs. Ellis supervised the of- mission and Chaired the School of Safety and a focus on leveraging non-Federal part- fice’s transition to electronic filing. Since the Studies & Offsite Parking Task Force for the nerships and funds office’s mandatory e-filing for briefs and mo- City of Diamond Bar. 4. Improve the strategic approach to inter- tions began on Jan. 1, 2014, she continues to For these important contributions to her national safe water, sanitation, hygiene, and work on the electronic transition through im- community and for her dedication to the Amer- water resources management by providing plementing emailed orders and clerk’s notices, ican Dream of homeownership, I ask my col- smart guidance that builds off USAID’s own as well as e-filing transcripts and records from leagues to join me in thanking Joyce Leonard strategy other trial courts. for her service. Joyce, we know that you will The bill before us today also provides for a The clerk became interested in a career in continue to positively impact our community Global Water Coordinator to be designated to the legal system when she was serving as an and country for many years to come. oversee water, sanitation, and hygiene assist- alternate juror in the Hinds County Circuit f ance, and to develop a complementary strat- Court. While working in the billing edits depart- IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 2901 ‘‘SEN. egy to further the U.S. foreign assistance ob- ment at the City of Jackson Water Depart- jective to provide affordable and equitable ment, she said she drove past the Supreme PAUL SIMON WATER FOR THE WORLD ACT’’ drinking water, sanitation, and hygiene in de- Court building all the time on her way to the veloping countries. Water Department office, which is also located on High Street. ‘‘I never knew what this build- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE Mr. Speaker, H.R. 2901 will provide effec- ing was, but I used to say: ‘‘That is a pretty OF TEXAS tive, long-term, sustainable impacts by improv- ing coordination and oversight of safe water, building. I would love to work there someday,’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sanitation, and hygiene projects and activities. Mrs. Ellis said. Thursday, December 11, 2014 Mrs. Ellis has three children: Karen Ellis By voting in support of this act, we have the Evans, Kimberly Ellis and Leonard Ellis; three Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in power to improve the well-being, education, grandchildren: Madison Evans, Leonard Ellis, strong support of H.R. 2901, the Paul Simon economic opportunity, safety and dignity of the III and Bryson Williams—and is married to Mr. Water for the World Act of 2014, which makes 2.5 billion people in the world who live without Leonard Ellis, Sr. the provision of safe water and sanitation a a basic latrine every day. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me stated goal of U.S. foreign assistance policy I strongly encourage my colleagues to join in recognizing Mrs. Muriel Ellis. and requires the President, through the State me in supporting the passage of the Water for f Department, to develop and implement a strat- the World Act to save lives, reduce poverty, egy to further such efforts in developing coun- COMMENDING JOYCE LEONARD and help drive economic growth by bringing tries. safe drinking water and improved sanitation FOR HER DEDICATION TO HOME- Safe drinking water, sanitation and hygiene and hygiene to those most in need. OWNERSHIP IN AMERICA are among the most basic needs a person can have, yet 748 million people in the world do Mr. Speaker, access to clean, potable water HON. GARY G. MILLER not have access to safe water; roughly 1/10 of will be one of the world’s most pressing prob- lems over the next century and further con- OF CALIFORNIA the world’s population. tribute to instability within and between nations IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In countries such as Ethiopia, Madagascar, Mozambique, Niger and Papua New Guinea, as is the case in the Darfur conflict. Thursday, December 11, 2014 less than 50% of the population has access to In the developing world, water-related dis- Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr. safe water. eases kill 5,000 children every day. Speaker, I rise to give special recognition to More than 2.5 billion people in the world Sick children miss nearly 300 million school Joyce Leonard for her 35 years as a real es- lack access to adequate sanitation, which is days a year from water-related causes, and an tate issue advocate for private property rights approximately 35 percent of the global popu- estimated 320 million productive work days and the preservation of the American Dream lation. are lost to illness—with much of the burden of homeownership. The lack of clean water and basic sanitation carried by girls and women. In addition to a successful career as a Real- facilities leaves millions trapped in a cycle of Mr. Speaker, I agree with Senator RICHARD tor, Joyce has dedicated her time and talents poverty and disease, costing the lives of DURBIN of Illinois, Senator Paul Simon’s suc- to serving her fellow Realtors at the local, around 500,000 children per year—dying from cessor and the lead Democratic sponsor of state, and the national levels. Joyce was the diarrhea caused by unsafe water and poor the Senate companion to H.R. 2901, that: President of the Tri-Counties Association of sanitation. Realtors in 1999. Currently a Pacific West As- The Senator Paul Simon Water for the Water access is no longer simply a global sociation of Realtors member and director, World Act will make better use of existing health and development issue; it is a mortal she has served various Committees at the WASH (‘‘Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene’’) and long-term threat that is increasingly be- state and local level. She has been a Cali- funds, strengthen accountability for WASH coming a national security issue. The United States needs to do much more to ensure that fornia Association of Realtors Director for over programs already underway, and ensure the global water access is protected and ex- 20 years. On the national level, Joyce has greatest impact on communities worldwide panded. been a National Association of Realtors Direc- without spending new money or creating new tor for four years and served as a member of bureaucracy. Passing H.R. 2901 is an essential first step the Conventional Lending and Finance Com- For every $1 invested in WASH, $4 is re- in ensuring that global water access is pro- mittee. turned in increased economic productivity, tected and expanded. Joyce is passionate about homeownership, making WASH one of the most effective and I urge all members to join me in supporting and she is committed to ensuring that elected efficient choices we can make for global child this important legislation and fitting memorial officials understand the impact of policies health, nutrition, resource conservation, wom- to the late great Senator from Illinois, Senator under consideration on the ability of Ameri- en’s empowerment and education. Paul Simon.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.095 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1833 PREVENTING EXECUTIVE OVER- CONGRATULATING RICK VIOLETT NEW YORK DELEGATION REACH ON IMMIGRATION ACT OF FOR RECEIVING THE 2014 CALI- FAREWELL 2014 FORNIA DISTINGUISHED REAL- TOR AWARD HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER SPEECH OF OF NEW YORK HON. GARY G. MILLER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE Thursday, December 11, 2014 OF CALIFORNIA OF NEW YORK Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I thank the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Gentleman, Mr. RANGEL, our dean of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House New York State delegation for yielding Thursday, December 11, 2014 Thursday, December 4, 2014 me the time. Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and bid Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I Speaker, I rise to congratulate Rick Violett, farewell to four colleagues who have served stand today to urge my colleagues to affirm this institution, this country, their constituents, who has received the 2014 California Distin- the best of our traditions as a nation, rather and the Great State of New York admirably guished Realtor Award from the California As- than our worst partisan inclinations and op- and well. sociation of Realtors. pose H.R. 5759, the Preventing Executive From a nurse to a captain in the United Overreach on Immigration Act of 2014. After A licensed Realtor for the past 40 years, States Navy, my four colleagues, Representa- several years of delay and obstruction on the Rick Violett began his real estate career at tives OWENS, MAFFEI, MCCARTHY, and BISHOP, have brought diverse backgrounds to our matter of comprehensive immigration reform, Horvath Realty in Fullerton, California. He later started his own company, Investment Brokers chamber, enriched us with their insight, and President Obama acted to protect American stood by us through our Nation’s most press- immigrant families from the threat of forcible of Orange County, in 1977. But Rick was not selected for this distinguished award because ing debates. separation under immigration laws that are in- Mr. Speaker, today, the New York delega- of his company’s success. The 2014 California adequate in the Twenty-First Century, by per- tion is losing four pillars, four leaders, four Distinguished Realtor Award is awarded to an mitting parents living in the United States friends. I have worked late into the night with whose children are citizens or legal permanent individual who has been a California Realtor each one of them on issues vital to the health residents to avoid deportation and receive au- for 20 years and has demonstrated out- of our Nation, such as stemming the tide of standing service to the California Association thorization to work. gun violence, ensuring an affordable college of Realtors for no less than 15 of the 20 years education, updating our Nation’s crumbling in- This legislation, H.R. 5759, exists only to of service. The honoree also must have frastructure, and providing health care through allow the Republican-controlled House of Rep- achieved the California Association of Real- the Affordable Care Act. resentatives to perpetuate the status quo that tors’ designation of Director-for-Life. While they will no longer be serving their has done greater harm to immigrants who constituents in this body, I am confident that Aside from growing his own business, Rick have been a part of our communities and criti- whichever way their paths lead them, they will has devoted his time and skills to serving as cize President Obama and the families and continue their legacies of service to their com- an active participant in the Pacific West Asso- children he is seeking to protect. The enact- munities any way that they can. ciation of Realtors, the California Association ment of this legislation would repudiate our Mr. Speaker, I join my colleagues in the of Realtors, and the National Association of commitment to the value of families. New York Delegation and the House as a Realtors. Rick has contributed countless hours whole in wishing BILL, DAN, CAROLYN, and TIM H.R. 5759 would nullify and block imple- and hard work to preserving the American the best of everything in the next chapter of mentation of the President’s executive actions. Dream of homeownership for future genera- their lives and careers. If indeed the House majority were to act on tions, not only in California but across the na- f the bipartisan Senate immigration reform bill. tion. Rick served as President of the Greater HONORING CHERIE SLAYTON ON There would have been no need for the Presi- North Orange County Association of Realtors HER RETIREMENT dent to Act through his Executive Authority. and as merger chairman for the formation of We, in Congress, must legislate actually solu- the Pacific West Association of Realtors. He tions. Congress has an obligation to pass has been a California Association of Realtors HON. COLLIN C. PETERSON commonsense immigration reform that offers Director since 1993, chaired numerous com- OF MINNESOTA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meaningful solutions to the broken system. mittees, and has served as a member of the Thursday, December 11, 2014 It is also important to note that every presi- California Association of Realtors’ Executive dent during the past 50 years has taken exec- Committee. At the national level, Rick has Mr. PETERSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today utive action on immigration and granted tem- served the National Association of Realtors’ to recognize the dedicated service of my Chief porary immigration relief. Like his prede- most prestigious committees and he has also of Staff, Cherie Slayton. After more than 30 years of government service, Cherie will be re- cessors, this president has the legal authority chaired various workgroups and task forces. tiring at the end of this Congress. to take these actions under the Constitution Rick always kept me apprised of how the issues that were being considered in Con- Cherie started her career as an elevator op- and the Immigration and Nationality Act. Un- gress impacted my district’s housing market. erator. She went on to work for former Sen- fortunately, the partisan divide in our nation’s ator Frank Church and Congressmen Norm capital has created this legislation of discord. A true public servant, Rick is active in his Dicks and Larry LaRocco before joining my community. He has served as a board mem- The constituents of my district and across staff in 1995. ber of the Placentia Rotary Club, a member of the United States understand that families are Cherie began as an Executive Assistant in Placentia-Yorba Linda School Demographic the foundation of our civil society. They want my office and, in 2011, was named Chief of Advisory Council, and the President of South- Staff. Throughout this time, Cherie has been a reform of our immigration laws that protects ern California Leadership Education Founda- calm and steady voice in a sometimes-chaotic the interests of American immigrant families tion for 6th Grade Outdoor Camps. environment, offering good judgment and and supports the development of our nation trustworthy service. Quite frankly, I don’t know I am so pleased that Rick has been recog- and its people. if I would have made it through some days nized for his many years of dedicated service President Obama’s executive action would without her. to the Realtors. Please join me in congratu- provide protection to millions of immigrants, But more important than the day to day lating Rick Violett for being awarded the high- work here in Washington, Cherie has served keep families together and expand our econ- est recognition that the California Association omy. I urge the rejection of this legislation. the people of Minnesota’s Seventh Congres- of Realtors can bestow on a member. Rick, sional District. Over the years she has devel- H.R. 5759 fails to uphold the ideals on which we thank you for your commitment to strength- oped numerous personal relationships—listen- this nation was established. I urge the defeat ening the ability of Americans to own, buy, ing to the concerns of our constituents—and it of this bill. and sell real property. is these friendships that have made Cherie an

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.098 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1834 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 invaluable member of my team as well as a on how our agencies can help address this THANK YOU FOR THE HONOR OF staunch advocate for Minnesotans. It is also shortage. As I see it, our only option is to con- SERVING 18 YEARS IN CONGRESS part of the reason it is so difficult to see her tinue to make this a priority. go. Finally, Mr. Speaker, I want to address a HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY After so many years of dedicated public concern that NIST had about some of the lan- OF NEW YORK service I know that she is looking forward to guage in this bill. In one of the opening para- spending more time with her husband Tom, graphs of the bill, paragraph (e)(1), NIST is di- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES children Tom and Kate, and her grand- rected to prevent duplication of regulatory Thursday, December 11, 2014 daughter Ellie. processes and prevent conflict of regulatory Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- So again, Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recog- requirements. I just want to clarify two things. er, since 1997, I have had the privilege to nize Cherie’s service to the House of Rep- First, by definition, NIST’s processes are non- serve New York’s 4th congressional district in resentatives and her dedication to Minnesota’s regulatory. Second, NIST cannot be held re- the U.S. House of Representatives. Earlier this Seventh District. I wish her all the best in her sponsible for regulatory actions or processes year, I announced that I would not be seeking retirement. at other agencies. reelection; in January of 2015, I will step down The language is ambiguous on this second f from the post that has brought me so much point so I just wanted to make sure we are professional and personal happiness and en- CYBERSECURITY ENHANCEMENT clear in our expectations for NIST. To address abled me to serve the District to the best of ACT OF 2014 a second concern that NIST raised, I hope my ability. that limitation clause in paragraph (e)(2) does Who can say that life follows the script we HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON not prevent regulatory agencies from using in- imagine for ourselves when we are young? I OF TEXAS formation gained through the processes in this was a nurse from Mineola living the life I want- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bill to fix duplicative or outdated regulations. ed. But fate intervened: I went to Washington With that Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues Thursday, December 11, 2014 as an advocate against the scourge of gun vi- to support this bill. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. olence, and I fought for legislation including Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of S. 1353, the HONORING OUTGOING CONGRES- the 2007 National Instant Background Check Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2014. SIONAL BLACK CAUCUS CHAIR- System Improvements Act (NICS). I worked I want to commend several Members on WOMAN, CONGRESSWOMAN tirelessly during this chapter of my life, but I both sides of the aisle and both chambers MARCIA FUDGE remained in so many ways, a nurse from Min- who have worked on this bill for many years. eola. I never forgot where I came from or the I want to thank Representatives LIPINSKI and HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE people I grew up with. I have treasured those relationships. I became a Representative to MCCAUL and Senators ROCKEFELLER and OF NEW YORK better their lives through legislation. As I look THUNE for their longstanding, bipartisan lead- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ership on this critical topic of cybersecurity re- back now, I know that together we have done search and development. Thursday, December 11, 2014 this and laid the groundwork for a brighter fu- This bipartisan bill is overall a very good bill Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I ture. that contributes in essential ways to any com- am proud to stand with my colleagues today Through my work with gun violence legisla- prehensive effort to keep our nation, our busi- to honor the Chairwoman of the Congressional tion, I acquired a reputation as a ‘‘one-issue’’ nesses, and our citizens safe from malicious Black Caucus (CBC), Congresswoman MARCIA candidate. But, as I like to say, what woman cyber attacks. FUDGE, my sorority sister and friend as she has just one issue? I’ve authored three pieces S. 1353 incorporates a number of pieces nears the completion of her term as the 23rd of legislation written into law: The Civil Rights from H.R. 756, the Cybersecurity Enhance- Chair of the CBC. Congresswoman FUDGE is History Project Act of 2009, which helped pre- ment Act of 2013 that moved on a bipartisan only the seventh woman to serve as the Chair serve historical artifacts from the Civil Rights basis through the Science, Space, and Tech- of our Caucus and she has led the way in our era; the Serve America Act of 2009, which nology Committee, and then was passed over- fight to tackle difficult issues during her two– greatly expanded vital service programs such whelmingly on the House floor last April. year term as Chairwoman. as AmeriCorps; and the aforementioned NICS While S. 1353 is a good bill and I will be She is an attorney, a businesswoman, act. In addition, I’ve worked on various legisla- supporting it, I want to talk about what is not former president of Delta Sigma Theta Soror- tive efforts, including acts that bolstered our in this bill but was in H.R. 756. I hope that as ity, Inc., a former mayor and has been an out- science and math education. Working on the we continue to discuss actions our govern- standing leader of the conscience of the Con- Dodd-Frank Wall Street Reform and Con- ment can take to better secure our cyber- gress. sumer Protection Act, I championed the cre- space, we keep these topics on the table. Chairwoman FUDGE has an exceptional ation of an entity within the Consumer Finan- The first of these topics is human factors. record of achievements as the Chairwoman of cial Bureau that focused on financial em- The fact is that people, not software or hard- the CBC. Under her leadership, the CBC has powerment by giving consumers the tools to ware, remain the weakest link in our cyberse- continued to be the voice of people of color be financially literate. While I went to Wash- curity. Whether it’s weak passwords, or falling and the underrepresented throughout our ington as a crusader against gun violence, I victim to phishing, or using corrupted thumb great nation and the world. Whether it was grew over the years into a candidate for all drives, people unwittingly compromise their civil rights, voting rights, job creation, com- issues. own security and that of large networks and prehensive immigration reform, health care, Most elected officials accomplish what they companies every day. To truly secure our fighting poverty, or education, Chairwoman do thanks to the people who supported them cyberspace, it is vital that we understand how FUDGE reached across the aisle to build coali- along the journey. I am no different, and I am and why people make the decisions they do, tions to work on behalf of all people. forever grateful. My staff and I worked to pro- and how we might develop better policies and I want to personally thank MARCIA FUDGE for vide programs and enact legislation that bene- technologies to reduce risky behaviors. Unfor- being not only a friend but also my mentor. fited Long Island. We led the Small Business tunately, a section contained in H.R. 756 to di- She has been an invaluable resource to me Relief Forum in the aftermath of Superstorm rect just this type of research was not incor- and I truly appreciate her. Sandy, held numerous job fairs to help Long porated into S. 1353. I hope we continue to I agree with our former colleague, the great Islanders manage the difficult economy, and make human factors a priority going forward. Shirley Chisholm who once said, ‘‘You don’t ran blood drives and Medicare prescription The second topic is workforce. The federal make progress by standing on the sidelines, drug seminars. We’ve closed over 30,000 con- government and private sector alike is suf- whimpering and complaining. You make stituent cases—ranging from social security fering from a lack of adequately trained cyber- progress by implementing ideas.’’ Chairwoman and IRS issues, to veterans affairs and USCIS security professionals. Unfortunately, women FUDGE embodies this sentiment as the leader concerns. In these initiatives, the chief goal and underrepresented minorities are still sig- of the CBC. was always the same: better the lives of the nificantly underrepresented in computer and I look forward to working with Congress- 4th Congressional District. information sciences. We can’t expect to fix woman FUDGE in the future and the rest of my No one reaches this point in life without ac- the shortage of skilled cybersecurity profes- Colleagues in the CBC during the 114th Con- cumulating a long list of people to thank. I am sionals with much less than half of our brain gress as we continue to be the conscience of indebted to the entire 4th District for allowing power. I wish S. 1353 included more language the Congress. me to represent them in Congress, and to my

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This agency information systems and infrastructure family, particularly my son Kevin, whose atti- language will strengthen NIST’s role in cyber- across government. tude and toughness is a towering display of security automation and checklist creation for Still and all, these pieces of legislation move bravery. government systems, strategic planning for the ball forward in key areas, and above all As I enter my last few weeks in office, I feel cloud computing, and identity management re- ends the inaction on cybersecurity issues that confident that all we’ve accomplished has pre- search and development. has gripped this Congress for far too long. I pared us for what is ahead. However, while The bill also includes language from the leg- applaud my House and Senate colleagues for my role as a U.S. Representative is ending, islation introduced last year by Senators their efforts, and urge support of these meas- my job is not yet done. Although I no longer ROCKEFELLER and THUNE. These provisions ures. have a voice in Congress, I will always have will encourage competitions and challenges f a voice for the community. To everyone who that focus on the security of information tech- has supported me, I’d like to say thank you. nology and support public-private collaboration A LIFE OF SERVICE AND SHARING But I am not saying goodbye. I remain, as a on cybersecurity. wonderful chapter of my life comes to an end, The threat of cyber-attacks is immediate. To HON. CORRINE BROWN very excited to see where we will go together address our vulnerabilities as quickly as pos- OF FLORIDA next. sible, America needs a solution that invokes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f the cooperation of many public and private Thursday, December 11, 2014 sector entities. We must develop a rigorous THE CYBERSECURITY Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, on be- scientific foundation for cybersecurity. This ENHANCEMENT ACT OF 2014 half of the constituents of the Fifth Congres- legislation helps foster such an effort. sional District of Florida, I rise now to offer my I again thank my Science Committee col- heartfelt condolences and pay tribute to the HON. LAMAR SMITH league, Representative MCCAUL, for his initia- OF TEXAS life of Rev. Thomas A. Wright, a leader, hu- tive on this issue. He has led the charge on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES manitarian, activist and friend. this legislation over the last several Con- I am moved and encouraged when recalling Thursday, December 11, 2014 gresses. I look forward to this bill becoming the life achievements of this giant in the field law. Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I thank of religion and social activism. As a champion Representatives MCCAUL and LIPINSKI for in- f for the marginalized and disenfranchised, we troducing the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act remember Rev. Wright for his many achieve- in the House last year. I am pleased to be an NATIONAL CYBERSECURITY ments, which among them include; creating a original cosponsor. PROTECTION ACT, S. 2519 scholarship for disadvantaged youth, helping In April 2013, the Cybersecurity Enhance- ment Act was favorably reported out of the HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN his church acquire an affordable apartment complex for low-income residents and pro- Science, Space, and Technology Committee OF RHODE ISLAND moting economic development for east and later passed the House by a bipartisan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vote of 402–16. Gainesville. The bipartisan, bicameral agreement on the Thursday, December 11, 2014 As a man who served his country, Rev. legislation before us today is based on the Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong Wright distinguished himself on the field of House-passed bill. support of the National Cybersecurity Protec- battle in World War II. Throughout the 113th Congress, the tion Act and the Senate Amendment to the As a community activist, he gave of himself Science Committee has remained committed Cybersecurity Workforce Assessment Act. I and his talents to benefit both the individuals to advancing the basic research necessary to applaud my friend and fellow co-Chair of the and the many organizations he served. From strengthen our Nation’s cyber infrastructure. Congressional Cybersecurity Caucus, MIKE being President of the Alachua County Cyber attacks against the U.S. government MCCAUL, as well as Chairman CARPER in the NAACP for 17 years to pastoring Mount Car- and private sector networks are on the rise. Senate and Ranking Member THOMPSON here mel church for over 45 years. Scarcely a day passes without a report of a in the House, for their efforts to bring this leg- These and many other civic activities were new cyber attack on critical parts of our na- islation to this point. distinctive and the accolades received for all tion’s cyber infrastructure, government agency, I believe that cybersecurity is one of the de- his good works. or business. fining national security challenges of our time. The life of Rev. Thomas A. Wright was one As our reliance on information technology No other issue affects our national defense, of accomplishment, service and sharing. And expands, so do our vulnerabilities. New tech- our economic well-being, and our individual now in his passing we pay tribute to the man nological advances bring new avenues from lives as cybersecurity does. With each day’s and his life of service to all of us. My prayer which foreign countries can attack our net- news rife with stories of cyberattacks and data is that the life he lived serves as an example works. breaches that target our agencies, companies, to each of us. Rev. Wright is survived by his children, son Protecting America’s cyber systems is crit- citizens and allies, we as policymakers have a Philoron Wright of Gainesville; daughters Dr. ical to our economic and national security. responsibility to act. The Cybersecurity Enhancement Act is the LaVon Wright Bracy (Rev. Dr. Randolph I have made no secret of the frustration I work of a bicameral bipartisan compromise. Bracy) of Orlando and Patricia Wright Murray have felt for the past several years as Con- S.1353 promotes much-needed research and of West Palm Beach; 16 grandchildren; 41 gress has failed to act to shore up our cyber- development to help create new technologies great-grandchildren; and nine great-great- security. This week, with these bills and oth- and standards that better protect America’s in- grandchildren. ers, we are making a down payment on what formation technology systems. f The legislation before us today will coordi- must be a sustained level of attention and ef- nate research and development activities to fort. The challenge we face demands no less. HONORING HOWARD WELINSKY better address evolving cyber threats. But so very much more needs to be done— Keeping our cyber infrastructure secure is a and soon. I am extremely disappointed that HON. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ responsibility shared by several Federal agen- the Senate has failed to pass information OF CALIFORNIA sharing legislation that was approved by the cies, including the National Institute of Stand- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ards and Technology (NIST) and the National House, legislation that the private sector and Thursday, December 11, 2014 Science Foundation (NSF). government agencies agree is long overdue. To improve America’s cybersecurity abilities, And while the bills before us and others that Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California. Mr. this bill strengthens: Congress has passed in recent days are im- Speaker, I rise today to recognize Howard Strategic planning for cybersecurity research portant, even these measures are limited in Welinsky on the occasion of his 65th birthday and development needs across the federal scope. In particular, they do not address any on December 14, 2014. Through his involve- government; organizational changes within the executive ment in various public service organizations,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.103 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1836 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 Mr. Welinsky has proved to be a tireless advo- I am sure that many of my colleagues will served this great Nation with honor, men such cate for his state and community. join me today in extending our heartfelt grati- as Lieutenant Commander Eric H. Bromley, As a fellow UCLA Bruin, Mr. Welinsky is ac- tude for Nancy Gilmore’s contributions United States Navy. For the past year, Lieu- tive within the UCLA Alumni Association and throughout her remarkable career. We wish tenant Commander Bromley, a proud naval serves on the Board of Governors for the Nancy much success and happiness in her fu- aviator and graduate of the United States UCLA Foundation. His involvement with the ture endeavors. She will be missed. Naval Academy Class of 2000, served on my University is representative of his advocacy on f staff as a Congressional Defense Fellow. Eric behalf of higher education in California. is the type of aviator that I hold near and dear He served on the California Postsecondary HONORING CONGRESSMAN JOHN to my heart, for it is his responsibility to not Education Commission for over a decade and DINGELL only provide logistics and cargo to the aircraft carrier as a C–2A Greyhound pilot, but it is his later went on to co-found the California Coali- SPEECH OF tion for Public Higher Education, an organiza- job to safely transfer passengers to and from tion dedicated to prioritizing higher education HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE the carrier . . . to include Congressional Dele- in the state by fighting rising tuition costs, larg- OF NEW YORK gations filled with members of Congress. It is er class sizes, and budget cuts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES quite a ride, one that I have had the pleasure Earlier this month, he was recognized by Tuesday, December 9, 2014 of taking many times when I have had the op- portunity to visit our Sailors and Marines in ac- the California League of Conservation Voters Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. Speaker, I for his support of environmental policies and tion at sea. This is a mission that Eric has ex- stand with my colleagues, Democrats and Re- ecuted safely numerous times and we are for- pro-environment candidates in Los Angeles publicans, to commend the Honorable JOHN D. and California. ever thankful to him and his shipmates for DINGELL, JR., Dean of the House of Rep- their professionalism and service. Mr. Welinsky is also involved with the Jew- resentatives, on his lifetime of service to the ish community on a local, state, and national During his assignment, he served as a sen- American people. ior member of my staff responsible for de- level. He has served as Chair of Democrats The people of his district in Michigan be- fense, veterans, foreign affairs and intelligence for Israel, Los Angeles since 1992 and used lieved in him have sent him to Capitol Hill in matters. Lieutenant Commander Bromley exe- his position to advocate for Israel within the a record twenty-nine consecutive elections, cuted his work as a liaison to the constituents Democratic Party. His advocacy has led him which is 59 years in this august body. of the First District and the numerous defense to be a key participant in other organizations INGELL On issue after issue, Congressman D installations in the First District with distinction. like the Los Angeles Jewish Federation and was a leader in the effort to secure civil rights Furthermore, he provided exceptional support the American Israel Public Affairs Committee. for all Americans, to protect the quality of our to me as my staff liaison to the House Armed He finds time to be civically involved, de- air and water, to allow children and older Services Committee, in my role as a Sub- spite his demanding job as Senior Vice Presi- Americans to afford health care, to protect the committee Chairman and as the Co-Chair of dent for Warner Brothers. For his commitment rights of our workers to bargain collectively for the Congressional Shipbuilding Caucus. to public service and giving back to causes fair wages and benefits, to support the auto in- Lieutenant Commander Bromley directly near and dear to him, I congratulate Mr. How- dustry and the Great Lakes and to build the contributed to my goal of providing excellent ard Welinsky on his 65th birthday. We look manufacturing sector of our economy. He has constituent service to the people of the First forward to many more years of his tireless ad- impacted virtually every piece of legislation to District during the 113th Congress. He was re- vocacy. be signed into law during the last half century, sponsible for bringing numerous constituent in- f including the Clean Air Act, the Clean Water quiries to a successful conclusion and he was Act, the Endangered Species Act, and the Af- RECOGNIZING NANCY GILMORE able to leverage his personal and operational fordable Care Act. experience to respond to the most challenging FOR HER SERVICE TO THE PA- A veteran of the Second World War, who CIFIC WEST ASSOCIATION OF RE- inquiries. was awarded nation’s highest civilian honor— In addition to his efforts on behalf of the ALTORS AND WISHING HER the Presidential Medal of Freedom by Presi- First District, Lieutenant Commander Bromley WELL IN HER RETIREMENT dent Obama in 2014, Congressman DINGELL took on projects with regional, state and na- remained committed to supporting the men tional implications, demonstrating his ability to HON. GARY G. MILLER and women of our armed forces, both on the view a challenge from many angles and de- OF CALIFORNIA field of battle and on their return home to the velop innovative solutions often requiring col- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United States. laboration across many levels of government. History will record his dedication to the be- Thursday, December 11, 2014 Lieutenant Commander Bromley’s work ethic, lief that every American should have the ability duty to mission, and commitment to servant Mr. GARY G. MILLER of California. Mr to access comprehensive health care at an af- leadership is without equal. I believe that his Speaker, I rise to honor, commend, and con- fordable cost. Continuing a tradition started by personal drive to achieve excellence in his gratulate Nancy Gilmore, who after 35 illus- his father, Congressman John D. Dingell, Sr., work has and will set a very high standard for trious years of serving the real estate industry, every session of Congress he introduced a bill his peers. is transitioning from her role as the Chief Ex- to provide for universal health care. With the I would also like to thank Lieutenant Com- ecutive Officer (CEO) of the Pacific West As- Affordable Care Act, of which Congressman mander Bromley for the service and sacrifice sociation of Realtors (PWR). DINGELL was a proud co-sponsor, he achieved he has made, and continues to make, for our Nancy has been the CEO of PWR since its that high purpose to which he dedicated him- nation and our great Navy. His keen sense of establishment in 1997, through the merger of self. honor, impeccable integrity, quick wit, intel- several Southern California Realtor associa- Congressman DINGELL’s contribution to this ligence, boundless work ethic, and loyal devo- tions. Nancy previously served as Association institution will remain forever an example of tion to duty earned him the respect and admi- Executive for the Azusa-Glendora Board, public service in the public interest. When we ration of my staff and the First District of Vir- Whittier Board and Greater Long Beach Asso- honor him, we honor our shared faith in the ginia. After spending the last 14 years as a ciation of Realtors and is one of the most re- promise of the American Dream and our com- COD pilot in California and Virginia and com- spected Association Executives in the state mitment to extend the blessing of freedom to pleting numerous deployments, which included and the nation. the generations who will follow us. flying support missions throughout the Middle During Nancy’s tenure, PWR has grown to f East, Lieutenant Commander Bromley and his become the largest local real estate associa- RECOGNIZING LIEUTENANT COM- family are headed to Colorado Springs, Colo- tion in California and one of the largest and MANDER ERIC H. BROMLEY, rado where he will work at United States most respected in the United States. UNITED STATES NAVY Northern Command. It is my sincere hope that Nancy’s commitment to Realtors and their Lieutenant Commander Bromley, who has business success has been the driving force HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN been selected for the rank of Commander, is in her career. given the opportunity to return to the fleet to OF VIRGINIA At the recent California Association of Real- help lead and train our Sailors and continue to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tors Expo, Nancy was recognized and cele- ‘‘Fly Navy’’. I have no doubt that Lieutenant brated for her service and commitment to the Thursday, December 11, 2014 Commander Bromley will continue to serve the industry and the members of the Pacific West Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to United States Navy honorably and with distinc- Association of Realtors. recognize those men and women who have tion.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11DE8.107 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2014 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1837 I wish him, his wife Jenny . . . a former INSULAR AREAS AND FREELY AS- communities with regulations opposed by naval aviator, and his children Charlie and SOCIATED STATES ENERGY DE- mayors, homeowners, businesses, and agri- Louise the best of luck as they continue their VELOPMENT culture interests; journey together as a Navy family. It was an 4. Maintains critical pro-life protections pre- SPEECH OF honor and a pleasure having him serve on my venting tax dollars from being used for abor- staff. We all can sleep soundly at night know- HON. DAVID W. JOLLY tion related services; ing that men and women like Lieutenant Com- OF FLORIDA 5. Cuts Obamacare’s Independent Payment mander Eric Bromley are members of our all- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Advisory Board which uses price controls to volunteer force and they stand ready to de- Tuesday, December 9, 2014 impact available care to patients; fend our country and take the fight to our en- emies; far away from their families and the Mr. JOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of 6. Prohibits the transfer of Guantanamo Bay comforts of the United States of America. I this important appropriations measure to keep prisoners to prisons here in the United States; wish you the best of luck to you and may God our government funded and open, but I also and, bless you, your family, and all the Sailors you rise to encourage my colleagues on our side 7. It prohibits Department of Justice pro- are charged with leading. Eric, you will be of the aisle and address many of the concerns grams like Fast & Furious. missed, thank you for a job well done! Fair I have heard. In July of this year, this House, our side of And most importantly, this bill represents a winds and following seas! the aisle, passed a border security bill focused continued dramatic rollback of our federal budget. This bill spends approximately $1.1 f on protecting our borders from illegal entries, building facilities at the border to hold illegal trillion on federal activities, down from approxi- RECOGNIZING THE PUBLIC entrants at the point of crossing, increasing mately $1.4 trillion just five years ago. This SERVICE OF DAVID SCHNITTGER the amount of immigration law judges and budget is lower than we have seen in years tele-courtrooms that allow undocumented indi- and represents a historic downturn in spend- HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER viduals to be adjudicated close to the border ing—all at the hands of Republicans in Con- instead of being provided travel to courts gress. Recall that the President submitted his OF OHIO budget proposal at the beginning of this year IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES around the nation, and authorizing our Na- tional Guard to respond to the spike in illegal and it was resoundingly rejected by both the Friday, December 12, 2014 border crossings. House and the Senate, including rejection by Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to This House passed that measure. The Sen- many members of his own party. This is our pay tribute to a dedicated public servant, ate refused to consider it. The President would budget now, and it is a budget we should sup- David M. Schnittger of the Commonwealth of not sign it. port. Virginia. Last week, this House, our side of the aisle, This budget prioritizes the right programs for David will be leaving the Office of the passed legislation declaring null and void the federal spending. It funds our men and women Speaker shortly after two decades of distin- President’s recent Executive Order granting in uniform with the tools and technology they guished service to the people’s House. He has temporary amnesty to millions who have bro- need to safely combat threats around the performed his duties with unparalleled skill ken our laws. I was proud to be a cosponsor globe. It provides increased funding to the and devotion. I am honored to have this op- of that legislation. Veterans Affairs Administration to decrease portunity to record his service for posterity. This House passed that measure. The Sen- wait times for benefit applicants. It wisely in- Like me, David was born and raised in ate refused to consider it. The President would vests in targeted medical research to address Southwest Ohio and graduated from Arch- not sign it. Alzheimer’s, cancer, and pediatric sub-special- bishop Moeller High School. He volunteered After the President’s Executive Order, doz- ties. ens of us, including myself, sent a letter ask- on my first campaign for Congress in 1990 Finally, and let’s be very clear here, this leg- ing the leadership of the House Appropriations while he was attending the University of Day- islation allows us to combat the President’s Committee to attach a provision to this bill de- ton, where he graduated with a degree in eco- Executive Order on amnesty from a much claring that none of the funds provided to the nomics and political science. stronger position in a matter of weeks. Administration may be used to implement the Since officially becoming a member of my We don’t have the votes today in the Sen- staff in 1994, David has served as both press President’s amnesty order. But the Senate re- fuses to consider it. The President will not sign ate to overturn the President’s amnesty order. secretary and chief of staff for my office serv- That is the reality. There is no means to get ing Ohio’s Eighth District. In addition, he it. The numbers today are simply not on our a measure even to the President’s desk for served as communications director for the side. And our only remaining recourse is to him to veto. We simply don’t have the votes House Committee on Education and the Work- shut down the government—a tactic that I in the Democrat-controlled chamber on the force during my tenure as chairman. cannot support, that I said I would not support other side of this Capitol. It would be short- Since 2006, he has served as deputy chief when I was elected, and I intend to keep my sighted for us to convince ourselves otherwise of staff in the Office of the Majority Leader, Of- word. This is a tactic that I believe is terribly and proceed listlessly down a path to what fice of the Minority Leader, and Office of the wrong for our country, for our economy and would only lead to a government shutdown— Speaker. As one of my most trusted advisers, for private sector jobs throughout the country. a shutdown that would break the faith of the he has overseen communications, speech- And so today we should say to the Amer- American people who have entrusted us with writing, outreach, and special events oper- ican people, ‘‘The President, the Senate, they the responsibility to govern. ations. must own their legacy. And this House must But we will, beginning January 6. In mere This biography, while impressive, does not own ours.’’ weeks, we will have a Senate controlled by do justice to the sheer breadth of David’s con- So what is our legacy today on this side of conservatives who can join with this body, this tributions. It is not enough to say he enjoys this aisle? It is a legacy of fighting for Con- side of the aisle, and continue our legacy of the respect and admiration of his colleagues. stitutional principles, adherence to the rule of fighting for Constitutional convictions over He has inspired generations of staff who will law and separation of powers ordained by our Constitutional compromise. always cherish his wisdom and strive to emu- founders, and it is a legacy that today includes Let us today embrace these critically impor- late his example of loyalty and integrity to the a good appropriations bill that is right for the last. He has served as the beating heart of tant incremental conservative successes in country, and frankly, right for conservatives. this appropriations bill—successes that reflect this operation he helped build. These are irre- The bill we pass today: placeable things. 1. Prohibits any funding for the president’s our view of government—and let us then re- On behalf of the people’s House—and on Race to the Top Education program, better turn to this body in only a few weeks with our behalf of Boehnerland, from West Chester to known throughout the country as Common new Senate colleagues to continue the fight Springfield to Troy to Washington, DC—I Core; on behalf of the American people. We can thank David for his service. I send our love to 2. Slashes the budget of the Internal Rev- then lay on the President’s desk legislation his wife Stephanie, and their five beautiful chil- enue Service and prohibits the agency from that challenges his Executive Order and asks dren: Ella, Kayla, Julia, Andrew, and Cecilia. targeting non-profit groups based on political him to defend what we all believe is an intel- This House, especially this Speaker, owes or ideological affiliations; lectually dishonest interpretation of his author- an immeasurable debt of gratitude to the 3. Reins in the Environmental Protection ity under Article II of the Constitution. Schnittger family. Agency’s plans to reach further into our local Colleagues, I urge your support.

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It prohibits the Fish OF PENNSYLVANIA chosen to make indefensible reductions and Wildlife Service from issuing any Endan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES across critical programs. gered Species Act listing rules for sage grouse Tuesday, December 9, 2014 In most areas, from health reform to edu- species. It cuts important farm bill conserva- cation, the resources committed are insuffi- tion programs. It also maintains ever lower Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, as our na- cient to keep up with inflation let alone tackle funding for the EPA, while environmental chal- tion continues to welcome home a new gen- the problems that confront America’s families. lenges mount. Since 2010, that agency’s eration of veterans from the battlefield, it is I have deep concerns regarding a policy budget has been cut by more than $2 billion vital that we address the challenges faced by rider snuck into the bill that would allow dollars, or 21 percent. these men and women. The effects of combat wealthy campaign donors to contribute ten The bill also includes a very problematic are not always left behind for our soldiers, and times as much money as the current individual rider that interferes with the direct will of the the transition into civilian life all too often is caps allow, further flooding our political system voters in the District of Columbia. The lan- not an easy one. with dark money. Campaign finance provisions guage is ambiguous, and I share the senti- Right now, our nation is struggling to com- are completely non-germane to this bill, and ments of Representatives NORTON and bat the impact of PTSD on veterans, and sta- the last thing America needs is to make it SERRANO that this amendment should not be tistics from the VA show that each day 22 easier to spend more money on campaigns. interpreted as halting the DC measure entirely. American veterans take their own life. This Instead of making difficult choices about Regardless of the interpretation, it is very trou- epidemic must be dealt with—the lives of how to fund the Department of Defense, and bling that Congress interferes with the DC those who protected our freedoms are on the Council’s ability to govern to make the city line. our sprawling nuclear arsenal, we’ve chosen an ‘‘all of the above’’ approach, providing the safer and reflect the wishes of its citizens. This week, the House passed legislation America cannot afford to roll the dice on fi- named after Clay Hunt, a Marine veteran who, Pentagon with everything it wants, and then some. Managed to at once give it too much nancial reform. This bill rolls back Section 716 after working as an activist drawing attention of Dodd-Frank, which attempts to deal with the to the struggles of returning veterans, took his for wrong things and refuse to begin reforms the DOD knows it needs and wants to carry dangerous liability stemming from derivatives life at the age of just 28. trading in taxpayer-insured banks. America The Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention for Amer- out. cannot afford to risk another taxpayer bailout ican Veterans Act will take meaningful steps to The bill commits the U.S. to rebuilding our for Wall Street, while we are still recovering ensure veterans like Clay have the resources nuclear triad of ground-based missiles, bomb- ers, and submarines, an effort that could cost from the last meltdown. and treatment they need when they return These and many other provisions are deep- home. That means increasing access to, over $1 trillion dollars over the next 30 years and ensure nuclear weapons remain a founda- ly concerning and more bad provisions will boosting accountability for and removing the emerge as people finally have time to read the stigma of potentially-life saving mental health tion of U.S. defense planning. Nothing epitomizes this self-destructive urge bill. Nonetheless, in more than 1,000 pages care. and over a trillion dollars of spending, there I stand in support of this legislation with my than the dramatic cuts to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). The $10.9 billion in funding for are some bright spots. colleagues on both sides of the aisle. I also For more than a decade, I’ve worked to in- the IRS represents a cut of $350 million from stand with veterans’ advocacy organizations crease access to clean drinking water and last year. Since fiscal year 2010, Congress across America—including the Travis Manion sanitation for the world’s poorest populations. has cut IRS funding by almost $1.2 billion—10 Foundation, based in my district—who work The cornerstone of this effort has been percent—forcing the agency to slash its full- daily to engage and empower veterans and through the implementation of my legislation, time, permanent workforce by 13,000 employ- their families throughout their individual jour- the Paul Simon Water for the Poor Act of ees. This occurred even as the country added neys. 2005. This is funded in this bill at its highest This week, the Travis Manion Foundation approximately 7 million new taxpayers. As a level ever. This demonstrates a significant will recognize veteran Jake Wood with the result, the IRS’s current staffing level is 26 commitment from the U.S. to prioritize this group’s annual ‘If Not Me, The Who Award’ for percent below the number of employees it had type of development assistance and is an ex- his work to support military veterans upon 18 years ago. ample of what is possible with bipartisan co- their return home. This is not the first time the Among these cuts, the IRS has lost 5,000 operation. Travis Manion Foundation has recognized enforcement personnel, such as revenue I am pleased the bill makes it clear that Jake—back in 2010, the group gave a fellow- agents and criminal investigators. This leaves Congress believes the Department of Trans- ship to ‘Mission Continues’ and ‘Team Rubi- billions of dollars in tax revenue uncollected. portation should develop separate perform- con’, organizations Jake was involved with Every dollar that we invest in the IRS gen- ance measures for non-motorized traffic inju- alongside Clay Hunt. Together, Jake and Clay erates $7 in return. Compliance with our tax ries and fatalities. It’s past time to put performed over 500 service hours in humani- code is largely voluntary and these cuts make bicyclists and pedestrians on equal footing tarian support with other veterans. it much harder for taxpayers to navigate the with motorists when it comes to distributing It is fitting that we recognize Jake at this system. The IRS was already predicting that safety money. time as we honor Clay with the passing of this only 53 percent of taxpayers who call for help This bill also includes two amendments that bill. The time is now for Senate and president would get through to an IRS agent during the I cosponsored and worked closely on to create must act on the ‘Clay Hunt Suicide Prevention 2015 tax season. Even then, the caller would a more rational drug policy. One amendment, for American Veterans Act’. have an average wait of 34 minutes—while led by Mr. ROHRABACHER, would stop DOJ and Twenty-two lives lost a day are too many. the other half would be left to fend for them- DEA from interfering with state medical mari- One is too many. Let’s work together—Con- selves. This is no way to run a government. juana laws. This represents a historic shift by gress, advocacy groups, and veterans—to put I’ve met with IRS employees reduced to the federal government in marijuana policy. an end to the epidemic of veteran suicide. tears by their frustration being unable to help This suggests that Congress may finally catch f taxpayers in a timely manner. If someone can up with how most Americans think and be- INSULAR AREAS AND FREELY AS- get through, they then get a taxpayer who is have. SOCIATED STATES ENERGY DE- frustrated, probably angry, as well as con- Another amendment, led by Mr. MASSIE, VELOPMENT fused. would ensure that the DEA cannot intervene in The Homeland Security appropriations bill legal hemp research by universities and state SPEECH OF was one of the most bipartisan this year. Hold- departments of agriculture. This is the final HON. EARL BLUMENAUER ing up full-year funding for this agency, and in step in a process that we began almost two turn national security, in an effort to undermine years ago, by first passing an amendment to OF OREGON the Administration’s executive order on immi- the farm bill allowing the research. This addi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gration reform is a reckless, maybe even dan- tional language should finally protect those Tuesday, December 9, 2014 gerous game. programs. Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, it’s inex- The bill includes a number of problematic As the Co-Chair of the Congressional Ani- cusable that the least productive Congress in environmental provisions. mal Protection Caucus, I am pleased to see a

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A Republican some of which are harmful. Fortunately, the Funding: $375 million, which is $10 million House majority that campaigned on promises final version of H.R. 83 does not include nu- above the enacted 2014 level. to reform and respect the process has instead merous House-proposed riders that would FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION abased it. A massive bill released too late to have impeded the Environmental Protection Funding: $293 million, which is $5 million read, let alone understand, makes a mockery Agency’s regulatory authority to ensure the below the 2014 enacted level but reflects one- of their promises and I refuse to support it. safety of our Nation’s air and water. time moving expenses for 2014. f Further, H.R. 83 attempts to prevent the im- plementation of an initiative legalizing rec- ADMINISTRATIVE CONFERENCE OF THE UNITED STATES INSULAR AREAS AND FREELY AS- reational use of marijuana in the District of Co- Funding: $3.1 million, which is $.1 million SOCIATED STATES ENERGY DE- lumbia by prohibiting the use of any funds to above the 2014 enacted level. VELOPMENT ‘‘enact any law, rule, or regulation’’ for such OTHER MATTERS Abortion SPEECH OF purpose. It is my understanding, however, that as this initiative has already been enacted, no —The agreement does not include a House HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. further funds are needed for it to go into ef- rider prohibiting funds to subsidize abortion OF MICHIGAN fect. Thus, the bill’s restriction has no legal ef- services in connection with a multi-state plan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fect on the initiative. offered under the Affordable Care Act ex- Thursday, December 11, 2014 The following summarizes the bill’s principal changes negotiated by OPM. provisions pertaining to the Judiciary Commit- SURVEILLANCE Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in oppo- tee’s jurisdiction: sition to H.R. 83, Consolidated and Further —The agreement does not include signifi- JUDICIARY cant House-passed reforms on government Continuing Appropriations Act, 2015, and to Funding: $6.7 billion for the Judiciary, which set forth my views on certain matters con- surveillance activities conducted by the Na- is $182 million more than the 2014 enacted tional Security Agency, but instead retains cur- cerning or relating to the jurisdiction of the level; the $182 million increase is $1 million Committee on the Judiciary. While the bill rent law. less than the Judiciary’s request. HEALTH AND ENVIRONMENTAL REGULATORY CONCERNS does fund many agencies and programs within Riders: 10 temporary district judgeships —The agreement does not include a House the Judiciary Committee’s jurisdiction at the were extended for 1 year; no funding for new policy rider prohibiting EPA’s Clean Power 2014 enacted level or higher through Sep- courthouse construction until the General tember 2015, H.R. 83 funds the Department of Plan Proposed Rule. Services Administration completes a feasibility —The agreement does not include a House Homeland Security (DHS) only through Feb- study. ruary 27, 2015 because of the Republican policy rider prohibiting EPA’s rule clarifying U.S. PATENT AND TRADEMARK OFFICE which waters are protected by the Clean Leadership’s opposition to the President’s ac- Funding: $3.5 billion for the U.S. Patent and Water Act. tions on immigration. By restricting funding to Trademark Office (USPTO), which is equal to —The agreement does not include a House DHS to a highly limited duration, this measure CBO’s projection of USPTO’s FY 2015 fee policy rider prohibiting EPA from changing the is not only short-sighted and irresponsible, but revenue collections, and $434 million above way discharge of fill material is regulated. potentially harmful to all Americans. the 2014 enacted level. H.R. 83, by providing short-term funding to —The agreement includes a House policy DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE rider prohibiting regulation of lead in ammuni- DHS, makes it nearly impossible for the agen- Funding: cy to pursue long-term strategies to ensure —$8.44 billion for the Federal Bureau of In- tion. —The agreement includes a House policy the safety and security of our Nation. The bill vestigation, which is $93.3 million more than rider prohibiting the issuance of final and pro- jeopardizes many critical functions of DHS, in- the 2014 enacted level. cluding developing technologies to prevent fu- —$2.03 billion for the Drug Enforcement posed rules related to Sage Grouse under the ture terrorism attacks and securing the Inter- Agency, which is $15.3 million more than the Endangered Species Act. net to fight various cyber crimes such as iden- 2014 enacted level. —The agreement does not include a House tity theft and financial fraud. It also under- —$1.2 billion for the Bureau of Alcohol, To- policy rider prohibiting EPA from ensuring min- mines the agency’s Disaster Relief Fund that bacco, Firearms and Explosives, which is $22 ing companies are financially capable of FEMA uses to fund response and recovery ef- million more than the 2014 enacted level. cleaning up pollution rather than taxpayers, forts associated with major disasters. Other af- —$6.82 billion for the Bureau of Prisons, but includes report language on the matter. —The agreement does not include a House fected DHS components include the Secret Salaries and Expenses account, which is $46 policy rider prohibiting EPA from enforcing a Service, which protects the President and the million more than the 2014 enacted level. rule on safe removal and renovation of lead White House from attack, and the U.S. Coast —$376 million for Byrne-JAG grants, which paint, but includes report language on the Guard, which provides essential operations, is the same as the 2014 enacted level. —$208 million for the COPS program, which matter. training, and equipment to those who guard is $6 million less than the 2014 enacted level. —The agreement does not include a House our Nation’s waters. —$430 million for Violence Against Women policy rider prohibiting funding for the develop- Essentially, the Majority has bundled with Prevention and Prosecution Programs, which must-pass year-end appropriations legislation ment or revisions of regulations regarding im- is $13 million above the 2014 enacted level. ported ivory. a short-sighted measure intended to lash back —$125 million for the ongoing DNA Initiative at the President’s humanitarian efforts to deal program which funds the testing of sexual as- f with a major immigration crisis. As a result, sault kits, which is the same as the FY 2014 H.R. 83 now puts at risk the ability of the DHS enacted level and $25 million above the re- THE FALSE ECONOMICS OF THE and its thousands of dedicated employees to quest. In addition, $41 million is included for CROMNIBUS BILL protect all Americans from terrorism, disaster, the new Community Sexual Assault Kit Back- and crime. log Reduction program. HON. STEVE STOCKMAN With respect to other agencies and pro- —$73 million for the National Instant Crimi- OF TEXAS grams that fall within the Judiciary Commit- nal Background Check System (NICS), which IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tee’s authorization jurisdiction, H.R. 83 appro- is $14.5 million more than the 2014 enacted Friday, December 12, 2014 priates funding in most instances above 2014 level and $18 million more than the request. enacted levels. Nevertheless, I am dis- Riders: Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, in the 11th appointed that the bill reduces funding for the —The agreement rejects House policy rid- Century, King Canute proved his humility by COPS Program—a very effective initiative to ers to: 1) block reporting requirements on mul- ordering the tides from not coming in, yet the reduce crime by putting more police on the tiple sales of rifles/shotguns to the same per- tides came in without respect to his royal maj- streets and promoting community policing—by son, and 2) make permanent two annual rid- esty. Last night I thought we were experi- $6 million. ers related to firearms. encing another King Canute moment. The

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.004 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1840 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 House passed a bill that was to rational eco- D.C., to help organize and host this memorial auditing the books of a rapidly growing, young nomics what King Canute’s order was to the service. Colonel Wangyee Vang, President of company called Columbia Helicopters. That rising tides. the Lao Veterans of America Institute, of Fres- audit introduced him to the company’s found- Perpetuating the overspending and no, and Philip Smith, Washington Director of er, Wes Lematta, a pioneer in the helicopter compounding the debt burden on future gen- the Lao Veterans of America, worked closely operations industry. In 1975, Mike joined Co- erations is not only immoral, it is plain dumb with members of the U.S. Congress, Arlington lumbia Helicopters full time as the company’s policy. National Cemetery, the U.S. Army and Depart- first Director of Finance. He later was named One would have thought that a lesson was ment of Defense, and others, to coordinate the Vice President of Finance, and became Exec- learned when in August of 2011, the United memorial service at the ‘‘Laos Memorial’’ in utive Vice President in 1997. States’ credit rating was downgraded. But Arlington. A joint U.S. Armed Services Color For the majority of his employment with Co- massive deficits have continued and the bill Guard, the ‘‘Old Guard,’’ and a U.S. Marine lumbia Helicopters, Mike has been involved adopted last night will continue those deficits. Corps Honor Guard provide additional support with contract negotiations for both foreign and Today’s projections say that in the future the for the events, which are attended each year domestic operations, as well as assisting with annual deficit will continue to rise—topping the by a delegation of Lao Hmong veterans from the purchase of aircraft to expand the com- trillion dollar mark in under ten years. the Central Valley. A U.S. Army wreath-bearer pany’s fleet of heavy-lift helicopters. One of Now we know that these deficits are ulti- and bugler contribute additional meaning to Mike’s happiest memories was when the com- mately unsustainable and a crunch will come. this moving ceremony. These important pany purchased two Chinook helicopters from One scenario is that much of the federal debt events, which my office has attended over the tycoon businessman Donald Trump in 1993. will be wiped away by inflating the dollar. years, seek to honor the Lao and Hmong vet- Mike always felt the company got the best end Meaning that a dollar of debt today could be erans and their U.S. Special Forces and CIA of the bargain because he’d read Trump’s paid off with a penny of real money. This clandestine advisers. book ‘‘The Art of the Deal’’ and anticipated a would have some rather serious side effects As always, I am grateful and proud of the negotiating tactic that Trump attempted to use. such as the destruction of much of the wealth historic and ongoing contributions of the Mike won that deal, Donald. of the U.S. and every other nation. It would Laotian- and Hmong-American community in In the late 1990s and throughout the 2000s, mean economic collapse and the destruction the San Joaquin Valley and across the United Mike took an active role in promoting legisla- of world trade. States. We must not forget how Hmong vet- tion that would improve forest health. Like Other side effects that the Congress risks erans have sacrificed and struggled to help most of us from the West, Mike believes that by passing legislation like the bill we consid- the United States during and after the war. proper forest management is key to maintain- ered last night are the collapse of the social These brave individuals have truly made the ing good forest health. The company’s ‘‘selec- safety net on which our elderly and disabled San Joaquin Valley a better place. tive harvesting’’ system uses Columbia’s heli- population depends. I have a one-hundred tril- Many of my colleagues in the U.S. House copters to remove only a portion of the timber, lion dollar bill—and it can’t buy a loaf of bread. and Senate have been supportive of my creating natural forest spacing and improving It is a Zimbabwe bill and that nation’s eco- steadfast efforts to introduce and advance the the overall health of the forest. nomic policies are what we seem to be trying Hmong Veterans’ Service Recognition Act In 1999, Mike was named President of Co- to emulate. (H.R. 3369), which continues to gain strong bi- lumbia Helicopters, a position he held until But my listing of the effects of fiscal (and partisan support in Congress. I wish to thank 2013 when he was named CEO. Perhaps his monetary) incontinence is not the first in this the many Senators and Members of Congress greatest achievement during that period was Chamber. And that is the great tragedy. It is for standing alongside me in this worthy effort. the acquisition of the Type Certificates for the like the captain of the Titanic knew about the I must also thank the Hmong veterans and Boeing 234 commercial Chinook helicopter, iceberg the previous day and continued his Hmong-American community, who seek to and for the Boeing Vertol 107–II helicopter. course which he knew would end in catas- honor their veterans and historic legacy. It is This is the equivalent of Chevrolet selling the trophe. my hope that this legislation will continue to engineering and manufacturing rights to the I hope and pray that the members of the progress as more of my colleagues in the Corvette to a small business. Today these next Congress will change course. I have Congress and the public become aware of the heavy-lift helicopters are identified as the Co- done my work to change that course, and I unique and important contribution that the lumbia Model 234 Chinook and the Columbia will continue to work to change U.S. economic Hmong people have made, and continue to 107–II, and Columbia Helicopters is the world policy from outside these walls. God bless make, to our nation. leader in commercial heavy-lift helicopter oper- America, and God help us. f ations. The company currently has aircraft f TRIBUTE TO MIKE FAHEY working around the world: supporting military RECOGNIZING THE LAO AND operations in Afghanistan, moving petroleum HMONG-AMERICAN COMMUNITY exploration equipment in Peru and Papua New HON. GREG WALDEN Guinea, logging and construction projects in OF OREGON HON. JIM COSTA Canada and domestic operations in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES westem United States. OF CALIFORNIA Friday, December 12, 2014 Throughout the years, Mike has always IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to been a dedicated supporter of numerous char- Friday, December 12, 2014 recognize my very good friend, Mike Fahey, ities and organizations, whether local, national Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to for his many years as a leading Oregon busi- or global in scale. He has supported Lines for recognize and express my appreciation to the ness executive and advocate of forest health. Life, a non-profit organization dedicated to Lao and Hmong-American community in Cali- Mike is retiring this month as CEO of Colum- preventing substance abuse and suicide in fornia’s 16th Congressional District and across bia Helicopters, where he has loyally served in youths and the military; Medical Teams Inter- the country, especially the veterans and their numerous executive roles for nearly 40 years. national, a global health organization working families. It is important to note their historic As his career at Columbia Helicopters winds to provide care to people affected by disaster, and positive contributions to California’s San down, I’d like to take a moment to pay tribute conflict and poverty; the Providence Medical Joaquin Valley and their critical sacrifices in to his significant contributions to Oregon and Foundation and Providence Child Care; and support of the United States during the Viet- the aerospace industry. the American Heart Association. He also cur- nam War. A native Oregonian, Mike was born in Or- rently serves on the Board of Directors for the This year, my Congressional office was egon City and attended local public schools. Oregon Forest Industries Council. pleased to once again attend the memorial He graduated from Portland State University in More than anything else, Mike is a devoted ceremonies held this past May in Arlington 1966 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Ac- and loving family man. He married his wife National Cemetery to honor those who served counting, with Honors. His studies emphasized Penny in 1964 in Lake Oswego, Oregon, during the Vietnam War as well as their ref- economics and finance, subjects that would where they still maintain a home. They have ugee families who were resettled in America prove to be crucial later in life when he took three children, Michael Fahey II, Holly following the end of the conflict. the helm of a company with global operations. Bellavara and Elizabeth Tobin, and they have Each year, since May 1997, constituents In 1966, Mike began working for the ac- six grandchildren. Mike will finally get to spend from my district in the San Joaquin Valley counting firm of Arthur Young & Company, more time with his family in retirement, but I travel a very long distance to Washington, and in 1968 he began a three-year project, expect he will still find time to hit the links with

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Afterwards, she completed her pedi- emplary leadership as an Oregon business- Manual High School Rams to four straight AA atrics residency training at UCSF Fresno. Dur- man and caring member of his community. I State Championships from 1994 to 1997. with ing her 36 years working as a pediatrician in wish Mike and Penny many more years of his 1997 squad being named National High Fresno, Dr. Voris has served on a medical good health and true happiness. School Champions; and team which brings health care to communities f Whereas, Wayne McClain was named the in Mexico during the summer, working to pro- Illinois Basketball Coaches Association Coach vide health care to those who live in areas RECOGNIZING LES MCCABE of the Year in 1995, 1996, and 1997, and the which have access to little to no medical serv- National High School Coach of the Year in ices. HON. JIM COSTA 1997; and Due to her amazing contributions to the OF CALIFORNIA Whereas, Wayne McClain coached for 11 medical community and her expertise in child IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years at the University of Illinois, first as an abuse issues and childhood obesity, Dr. Voris assistant coach, and then as associate head was named by the Marjaree Mason Center in Friday, December 12, 2014 coach; and 2010 as one of their Top 10 Professional Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Whereas, Following a successful collegiate Women. Additionally, in 2012, she received honor of Hebert Leslie McCabe, Jr., who hon- career, Wayne McClain returned to coach the ‘‘Physician Community Service Lifetime orably served our nation in the United States High School basketball last season at Cham- Achievement Award’’ from the Fresno-Madera Navy during World War II and was employed paign Central High School, seeing it as an op- Medical Society. by Merced College for more than 30 years. portunity to make a more meaningful and di- Her colleagues have nothing but praise for Les was born in Upper Lake, California, on rect impact across his entire community; and Dr. Voris, expressing their appreciation at her April 9, 1927. Twenty years later he married Whereas, Wayne McClain passed away this tireless efforts to improve health care in the the love of his life, Elizabeth, with whom he Fall, and is survived by his wife Robin, his son San Joaquin Valley and to increase aware- raised five children. After serving in the United and former player Sergio, a member of the ness of UCSF Fresno. States Navy during World War II, Les returned state champion Rams and four year letterman Mr. Speaker, it is with utmost respect that I to California to attend college. He earned a for the Illini, his daughter Brindeshie, his ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the bachelor’s degree from UC Davis in 1950, his grandson Sergio Jr., and his granddaughter career of Dr. Joan L. Voris. Her outstanding master’s degree from UC Davis in 1956, and Brindisi; work in pediatrics, her improvements at the his doctorate from Nova-Southeastern Univer- Now, therefore, be it UCSF Fresno Medical Education Program, sity in 1977. Resolved, by the House of Representatives and her extensive contributions to the commu- Les was employed by Merced College for of the United States of America, That the life nity have all led to her to be regarded as one more than 30 years, working as an Agriculture and career of Wayne McClain be honored and of the best doctors in the Central Valley. It is Business instructor, Career Programs coordi- remembered, and that he be recognized for my hope that she continues to have a happy nator, and Work Experience coordinator. Les his nearly four decades of service to student and fulfilling life in retirement. also assumed the roles of Director of Financial athletes across the state of Illinois. f Aid and Career Placement and Dean of Voca- f tional Education. Les has the honor of being H.R. 83 a charter member of the California Agriculture HONORING THE CAREER OF DR. Teachers Association Hall of Fame as well as JOAN L. VORIS HON. MATT CARTWRIGHT a member of the Academic Senate and Presi- OF PENNSYLVANIA dent of the Faculty Association. Les served HON. JIM COSTA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honorably on the Merced College Board of OF CALIFORNIA Friday, December 12, 2014 Trustees for 16 years and the Merced County IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Farm Bureau Board of Directors for 15 years. Mr. CARTWRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, last night, Friday, December 12, 2014 He was also appointed by Governor George I voted ‘‘no’’ on H.R. 83 (The Continuing Res- Deukmejian to serve on the State Council on Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to olution/Omnibus bill) despite adequate funding Vocational Education. honor the work and career of UCSF Fresno levels in several areas because it contained Les and his family have lived in Merced Associate Dean Dr. Joan L. Voris, and to con- far too many poison pills. The best way for- since 1967. He has been active in the commu- gratulate her on her retirement from the UCSF ward would have been to compromise on a bill nity as a member of many organizations, in- Fresno Medical Education Program on Janu- that did not include policy riders and would cluding the American Legion Le Grand Post, ary 5, 2015. have funded the government without jeopard- Disabled American Veterans Atwater Post, the Dr. Voris has decided to retire, leaving her izing our financial security, the environment, Masonic Order, and the Scottish Rite. Not one most recent post as the associate dean of the our retirees, and our election system. I fully to shy away from leadership, he also served UCSF Fresno Medical Education Program, a support the provisions in H.R. 83 that provide as President of the Kiwanis Club of Greater position she has held since 2002. Prior to her robust funding for our military, provide a 1% Merced and President of the Merced County appointment as associate dean, she was a pay raise for military and civilian employees, Chamber of Commerce. faculty member for 24 years. In her position as and would provide additional funding for Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join associate dean Dr. Voris provided leadership Tobyhanna Army Depot. However, I ultimately me in honoring the service of Les McCabe. He and oversight to residency programs in eight voted ‘‘no’’ because the legislation places the has earned the respect of his peers and the specialties, 17 sub-specialties, undergraduate interests of greedy Wall Street investment admiration of all who know him. medical education, the UCSF Fresno Latino bankers ahead of regular American working f Center for Medical Education and Research, families. The Continuing Resolution/Omnibus the California Area Health Education Center, bill, which passed by a narrow 219–206, guts HONORING WAYNE MCCLAIN the UCSF Fresno Alzheimer’s and Memory important Dodd-Frank safeguards against a Center, and various pipeline programs within repeat of the $700 billion taxpayer bailout of HON. ROBIN L. KELLY the community. Wall Street financiers. It also exponentially OF ILLINOIS Dr. Voris has made incredible changes to raises the limits on campaign contribution IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the UCSF Fresno medical education program cash that wealthy individuals (like Wall Street as associate dean. During her tenure, the pro- bankers) can donate to federal political par- Friday, December 12, 2014 gram has seen an increase in the number of ties. In one bill, House Speaker JOHN BOEH- Ms. KELLY of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I submit core faculty from 77 to 229, and the number NER has managed both to jeopardize the the following resolution honoring the life and of residents and fellows trained on an annual American economy and further weaken the career of University of Illinois Associate Head basis increased from 172 to 293, a 70% in- foundations of our American democracy itself. Basketball Coach Wayne McClain. crease. To add to her long list of accomplish- We should have been able to vote on a bill

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:03 Dec 14, 2014 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.008 E12DEPT1 emcdonald on DSK67QTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1842 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2014 that focused on funding our government, in- ficial referred to Israeli Prime Minister Ben- IN MEMORY OF GERALD ‘‘JERRY’’ stead we had to vote on a bill that contained jamin Netanyahu as ‘‘chicken- - - -’’ and that HOGAN numerous giveaways to private interests and U.S. ally Azerbaijan, apparently, is trying to promote its relationship with the U.S., in- that is why I voted ‘‘no.’’ stead of supporting radicals around the HON. GREG WALDEN f world like some others. OF OREGON All this, while arch enemies—or countries IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION that pose a risk to national security, spon- Friday, December 12, 2014 sors of the murderous ISIS to the Mullahs of HON. ROBERT HURT Iran—are given a free ride . . . even by state- Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sponsored media. The Washington Free Bea- sadness that I rise today to honor the memory OF VIRGINIA con reported that Congress was calling for an of Gerald Hogan, who passed earlier this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES investigation into Voice of America’s Per- week at his home in McLean, Virginia. Jerry, Friday, December 12, 2014 sian language news service as a result of the as everyone called him, was a longtime out- station’s systemic pro-Iran bias and cozy ties Mr. HURT. Mr. Speaker, I was not present to the anti-American ruling regime, accord- standing advocate for the telecommunications for Roll Call vote #564, a recorded vote on ing to a letter sent recently to Secretary of industry, most recently with AT&T. Jerry is H.R. 5699. Had I been present, I would have State John Kerry. very well known throughout this Chamber and voted ‘‘yea.’’ The Free Beacon wrote, ‘‘Lawmakers and many of us regarded him as a close personal Iranian dissidents have long accused VOA’s friend. f Persian News Network (PNN) of producing Jerry was always interested in you as a per- PERSONAL EXPLANATION sympathetic coverage of the Iranian regime son and would ask about your family. He and blacklisting prominent Iranian opposi- genuinely cared and would remember what tion voices . . . The call from Congress for an investigation into these alleged practices you told him. If he learned it was your birth- HON. TIM MURPHY day, you could expect a phone call the next OF PENNSYLVANIA comes just a month after the Washington Free Beacon revealed that PNN had banned a year. If you recounted a tale of your child, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prominent Iranian opposition member and would offer tips from a lifetime of parenting his Friday, December 12, 2014 placed him on a so-called ‘black list’ after he children. Humble, generous, genuine, caring, attacked Iran’s ruling regime for sponsoring funny and smart.... Jerry was all of these Mr. MURPHY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, terrorism.’’ on roll call no. 564 had I been present, I would to his broad range of friends. Earlier this year, I penned a piece in Roll Jerry will be sorely missed for so many have voted YEA. Call about the tragedy of Radio Free Europe/ wonderful personal attributes, not least of f Radio Liberty’s bias against Azerbaijan. I asked Congress why it allows $750 million of which was his love for his children and their FREEDOM OF THE PRESS American taxpayers’ money to fund a media endeavors. The last few years Jerry and I had outlet that is attacking our allies. That re- a fun gentleman’s bet as his youngest son port—which found that in a one-month pe- played against my beloved Oregon Ducks. On HON. STEVE STOCKMAN riod RFE/RL had managed to publish 30 arti- a few big occasions my Ducks came out on OF TEXAS cles and videos about Azerbaijan (not one the losing side of the contest but Jerry, always IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES celebrating Azerbaijan’s accomplishments), the funny and classy act, would see me with while it ran nothing of pressure against Friday, December 12, 2014 America’s adversary, Armenia—was met a twinkle in his eye and deliver some well-de- served ribbing. Our business meetings in the Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, I would like with an explosion of Twitter fury. Americans don’t want to face up to what past were never quick as we’d joyfully spend to discuss today a very important and serious the media has become: a propaganda ma- the first portion of our time swapping stories issue that is seemingly taking hold within our chine, pandering to the special interests, su- about all of Jerry’s children and family and nation and that is an ‘‘assault on our freedom perficial stereotypes, personal agendas and mine too before we’d get down to the official of the press’’. Mr. Speaker, I would like to sub- money, and fear of reprisal by extremist re- business matters. I will really miss all of my mit a recent article in Roll Call entitled ‘‘Con- gimes. Azerbaijan and Israel are attacked not interactions with Jerry. gress: Support Higher Level of Press Free- I am very privileged to have known Jerry doms, End Propaganda’’. In particular, the arti- only because attacks sell, but because they are two of the few Middle Eastern/Muslim and will always remember him very fondly. On cle opines ‘‘that administration officials have countries with pro-Western, anti-terrorist behalf of many of my colleagues and my staff gone to great lengths to control media mes- governments and societies and therefore I want to let Jerry’s dear friends and family— sages and the President’s refusal to grant free journalists are less afraid to come out especially his wife Donna, his two sons, Brian and easy access for photographers and re- against them. Israel is accused of war crimes and Kevin, and his daughter, Kelly—know that porters’’. Mr. Speaker, clearly, restricting or for protecting itself from a daily barrage of all who knew Jerry always felt that he brought rocket attacks and trauma, while the world controlling media messages is without a high respect and honor to his work. Our pray- doubt—propaganda. is silent to Egyptian action recently taken against Gaza, a country which clearly under- ers are with you during this time of sadness, [From Roll Call, Dec. 10, 2014] stands the difference between Palestinian ci- and may the luck of the Irish be with you al- CONGRESS: SUPPORT HIGHER LEVEL OF PRESS vilians and the terrorists of Hamas. ways. FREEDOMS, END PROPAGANDA—COMMENTARY Israel and Azerbaijan take this pressure Mr. Speaker, a number of my colleagues (By Maayan Jaffe) because the alternative is siding with extre- have asked me to include their following com- mism and neither country is willing to com- ments. It seems that recently, U.S. media took a promise their democratic, open ideals. But turn for the worse. In 2013, Reporters With- Congressman FRED UPTON said: ‘‘My con- Congress needs to pay attention to this dolences go out to Jerry’s wife, Donna, and out Borders noted a profound erosion of press growing trend because good friends can only freedom, which included a year of attacks on take so much bullying. their wonderful children. We will miss Jerry’s whistleblowers and digital journalists, and Israel and Azerbaijan—or any U.S. ally— bright smile, wit, and warmth. Jerry was one revelations about mass surveillance. The are not without challenges and growth op- who, virtually every minute of his all too short U.S. plunged 13 spots on the group’s rankings portunities. Iran is a rogue regime devel- life, truly lived the words of the poem ‘I shall to No. 46. oping nuclear weapons that could shift the not pass this way again.’ ‘I shall pass through Simultaneously, reports continue to sur- world’s balance, and we are supporting a this world but once. Any good therefore that I face that administration officials have gone media outlet that panders to that regime. to great lengths to control media messages. The media, with the support of Congress, can do or any kindness that I can show to any Associated Press editors have decried the needs to be bold about what is really hap- human being, let me do it now. Let me not president’s refusal to grant free and easy ac- pening on the ground. A truthful report here defer or neglect it, for I shall not pass this way cess for photographers and reporters and and there is not enough. We need to regain a again.’ Thanks for all the love and laughs, equated his actions as tantamount to propa- top level of freedom of the press and be con- Jerry. Godspeed.’’ ganda. fident that if we tell the full truth, then Congressman F. JAMES SENSENBRENNER, Jr. It’s striking that with what the Obama ad- truth will prevail. said: ‘‘The world will be a little less full now ministration is doing—and is only getting Congress has an obligation to retain Amer- away with it because the media use the ican freedom of the press. I hope this new that Jerry Hogan is no longer a part of it. Jerry handout copy and photographs—that Amer- Congress will see access to information as a was a truly wonderful person and I was ica’s closest allies are regularly maligned. In fundamental freedom and strength. If we lose blessed to call him a friend. I wish his wife the last month, for instance, it was reported that right, I don’t want to think about what Donna and his children the very best during with sensation and disdain that a top U.S. of- will be next . . . this difficult time.’’

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Congressman TOM MARINO said: ‘‘I am Fran is masterful at putting resources and The dwindling Jewish community in Arme- deeply saddened by the loss of Jerry Hogan. people together. She has been a great advo- nia has complained about these attacks—the He was a close friend and trusted advisor and cate and ally to our office. head of the Jewish community expressed her Fran is the proud mother of son, Chris- concern that ‘‘this [anti-Semitism] has the we all feel the void of his passing. My condo- backing of people in power.’’ But appeals lences go out to his friends and family during topher, who lives in California and a proud have fallen on deaf ears, which is hardly a this time of sadness.’’ grandmother to 5-year-old Twyla. Fran is a surprise when such attitudes are shared by Congressman PETER KING said: ‘‘Jerry put warm, kind, generous person who has much of Armenian society. The Anti-Defa- up a terrific fight against his illness over the touched and enriched countless lives. mation League’s latest survey in June 2014 past four years and exemplified the term I join others in the Skokie area and in Illinois showed that the rate of anti-Semitism in Ar- Fighting Irish. I admired his dedication and in offering my deep gratitude and appreciation menia (at 58 percent) was the third-highest in all of Europe, and the highest in all of the loyalty and will miss my good friend.’’ of Fran’s decades of work and lifelong com- mitment to providing equal access to commu- former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe. Former Congressman Dan Lungren said: Thus, around 1.3 million out of 2.2 million ‘‘Jerry was a great friend and a special per- nity resources. Although she is leaving the adults in Armenia expressed anti-Semitic at- son. Even during his time of need, fighting his Skokie Library, she will remain a leader in our titudes. Armenia’s closest comparisons were own battle, he heard of a challenge that a community advocating for the underserved. I with virulently hostile countries in the Mid- member of my family was once again taking wish her well and ask this body to do the dle East. on and he informed me that he awoke that same. Sixty-three percent of Armenians surveyed believe that Jews are hated ‘‘because of the f morning at 4 AM and said the Rosary in her way Jews behave;’’ 60 percent claimed that honor. That is how he lived his life thinking of ANTI-SEMITISM AND ETHNIC ‘‘Jews don’t care what happens to anyone others and giving to others to the very end. CLEANSING but their own kind;’’ 45 percent think that God Bless you Jerry and God Bless your won- ‘‘Jews still talk too much about what hap- derful family during this sad time.’’ pened to them in the Holocaust;’’ and 38 per- HON. STEVE STOCKMAN cent consider that ‘‘Jews are responsible for f OF TEXAS most of the world’s wars.’’ HONORING FRAN ROEHM IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Also disturbing, and of concern to Jews Friday, December 12, 2014 around the world, is that in 1988 some 49,928 families (250,000 Azerbaijanis) were forced to HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY Mr. STOCKMAN. Mr. Speaker, I would like flee their places of origin in 172 Azerbaijani OF ILLINOIS to discuss today an issue that continues to inhabited villages, 89 villages with mixed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES haunt ethnic and religious minorities through- ethnic population, and six cities from Arme- nia. During the deportation, 226 Azerbaijanis Friday, December 12, 2014 out our world and in particular, a rise in anti- Semitism and ethnic cleansing in Armenia. Mr. were killed by Armenians and scores horrifically injured. Their houses and prop- Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise Speaker, in other words, Armenia, throughout today to honor Frances ‘‘Fran’’ Roehm, a li- erties were burned as well. its history continues to practice anti-Semitism The Khojaly massacre, committed by cur- brarian extraordinaire at the Skokie Public Li- and ethnic cleansing of the Azerbaijani minor- rent Armenian leadership with incredible brary in my district who is retiring after 18 ity. Mr. Speaker, I would like to submit an arti- brutality, was one of the worst tragedies of years of remarkable service to our community. cle written by Arye Gut, a board member of the 20th century. It is a historical fact that Fran graduated from the University of Illinois the Israeli-Azerbaijani International Organiza- the Armenian armed forces and gunmen and received a Bachelor’s degree in History. tion entitled ‘‘Anti-Semitism in Armenia: A spared none of the Khojaly residents, who had not managed to leave the city and its As a single mom, she was awarded a scholar- Clear and Present Danger’’. Mr. Gut clearly ar- ship from the then Secretary of State Jim surroundings. As a result of the atrocities of ticulates the issues of anti-Semitism and eth- the Armenian armed forces, 613 people were Edgar. This scholarship allowed Fran to return nic cleansing in Armenia. killed, 487 people were crippled, and 1,275 to school and earn her Master’s Degree in Li- ANTI-SEMITISM IN ARMENIA: A CLEAR AND people—the elderly, children, and women brary of Sciences, also from the University of PRESENT DANGER who were captured—were subjected to un- Illinois. (By Arye Gut/JNS.org) precedented torture, abuse, and humiliation. In addition, Armenia, the aggressor, ille- Fran Roehm has worked as the Skokie Net The conflict in Syria has forced millions to gally occupied 20 percent of Azerbaijan, in- Librarian and Community Liaison with distinc- leave their homes, among them many of the cluding Nagorno-Karabakh and seven adja- tion and has guided consumers to resources country’s Armenian minority. Many have cent districts. This caused a refugee crisis fled and returned to Armenia, a safe haven in the community. Fran is a leader in the li- numbering nearly 1 million innocent for ethnic Armenians—much as Israel is for brary community who works hard to bring the Azerbaijanis, as they attempted to eth- Jews around the world. So it is ironic, given best resources to patrons at the Skokie Public nically cleanse the region. Today, this re- this shared need for a homeland free of reli- Library. She shines a bright light on our com- mains a threat to peace and security in the gious intolerance, that Armenia’s own Jew- munity and the rich resources available at the South Caucasus region. Encouraged by in- ish community has been pressured and in- tense Armenian lobbying efforts in the U.S. Skokie Library. Her compassion and leader- timidated since the country attained inde- ship inspire the people around her to advocate and other key nations, as well as by strong pendence. and ongoing Russian military, economic, and Anti-Semitism in Armenia is an unfortu- for others. political aid, Armenia has ignored four nate and little-acknowledged fact. Since the She was nominated by State Senate Presi- United Nations Security Council resolutions fall of the Soviet Union, the country’s Jew- dent John Cullerton to serve on the ‘‘Eliminate associated with the occupation of Azer- ish minority and Jewish heritage—the prod- the Digital Divide Committee’’ and has proudly baijani lands and treatment of civilians. ucts of a more tolerant time—have shrunk served on that committee, which distributed Perhaps this is not so surprising consid- dramatically. The end of Soviet rule re- ering that one of Armenia’s closest allies is $4,000,000 in grants to organizations that moved constraint, and anti-Semitic attacks serve low-income populations. This important theocratic Iran, which has always opposed rose dramatically. That, and Armenia’s on- Israel’s right to existence. This strange rela- grant program seeks to provide access to going economic collapse, drive the Jews of tionship has been very beneficial for Iran, computers, telecommunications technologies Armenia to flee the country. In just 20 years, which has used Armenia as a conduit for and related training to disadvantaged commu- Armenian Jewish population has shrunk smuggling and other illicit activities, often nities—a major interest of Fran. from more than 5,000 to just a few hundred. with serious consequences for U.S. national And the cultural violence has continued. security. Fran also offered a wonderful form of out- Anti-Semitic books are published and TV reach to my office. She realized that the li- The last point also has unnerving over- programs aired, and the Holocaust memorial tones for Armenia’s Jewish community, brary would be a perfect location for neighbor- in the capital of Yerevan has been repeatedly which has never forgotten the participation hood office hours and from there, we began defaced. Of course, many countries have suf- of the brutal 20,000-strong Armenian Legion bringing our constituent services to the Skokie fered such unfortunate incidents, the prod- as part of Wehrmacht in the Second World Library in the evenings, once a month, for uct of an ignorant populace. But in Armenia War. The Legion, led by the nationalist war- constituents who cannot meet with our staff such views have been espoused even by main- lord known as General Dro, was tasked with during the day for help. This service also al- stream politicians and media personalities. rounding up Jews and other ‘‘undesirables’’ In 2004, a pro-government radio presenter ex- lows the public to become more civically en- behind the German army as it swept across pressed anti-Semitic views for months on Russia, and organized their death marches to gaged. In addition, Fran helped make our an- end. A nationalist politician was also al- the concentration camps. nual Artistic Discovery high school art event, lowed to freely make lurid slurs against In such an environment, it is hardly sur- which we hold every year at the Skokie library, Jews before public pressure forced the gov- prising that most of Armenia’s Jewish popu- an extremely successful and welcoming event. ernment to arrest him. lation has either fled or intermarried to

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