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SUPPORTERS OF S.S. MANN bring freedom, security, safety, dignity, and pression (MASR) quotes the Punjab Civil BEATEN UP IN TARN TARAN prosperity to all the people of South Asia. Magistracy as writing ‘‘if we add up the fig- Mr. Speaker, I would like to put the Council ures of the last few years the number of in- of Khalistan’s press release on the beating of nocent persons killed would run into lakhs HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS [hundreds of thousands.]’’ The Indian Su- Mann supporters in the RECORD at this time. OF NEW YORK preme Court called the Indian government’s WASHINGTON, DC, Dec. 7, 2006.—Supporters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES murders of Sikhs ‘‘worse than a genocide.’’ of former Member of Parliament Simranjit Friday, December 8, 2006 Singh Mann were beaten up in Tarn Taran by The MASR report states that 52,268 Sikhs Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, on December 3, members of the Bharatiya Janata Party are being held as political prisoners in India supporters of the former member of India’s (BJP) and Mr, Mann’s effigy was burned. without charge or trial, mostly under a re- Mann has publicly blamed former Chief Min- pressive law known as the ‘‘Terrorist and Parliament, Simranjit Singh Mann, were beat- ister Parkash Singh Badal, who is allied with Disruptive Activities Act’’ (TADA), which en up in the town of Tarn Taran in Punjab, the BJP, a branch of the fascist Rashtriya expired in 1995. Many have been in illegal which Mr. Mann used to represent in par- Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS), for the beating. custody since 1984! There has been no list liament. Mann was elected to represent Tarn Taran in published of those who were acquitted under Mr. Mann was burned in effigy. He has the Indian Parliament with 95 percent of the TADA and those who are still rotting in In- blamed former Chief Minister Parkash Singh vote while he was in jail in 1989. dian jails. Tens of thousands of other minori- Tarn Taran is the center of the Sikh reli- Badal for the incident. Badal’s party is aligned ties are also being held as political prisoners, gion. Guru Arjun Dev Ji, the fifth Sikh Guru, with the Bharatiya Janata Party, BJP, the according to Amnesty International. Last established Tarn Taran and there is a his- year, 35 Sikhs were charged and arrested in former ruling party, which is under the um- toric Gurdwara there. Captain Amarinder brella of the fascist, Hindu militant Rashtriya Singh, the chief minister of Punjab, is estab- Punjab for making speeches in support of Swayamsewak Sangh, RSS. lishing a Guru Arjun Dev Ji University Khalistan and raising the Khalistani flag. The Hindu extremists attacked Mr. Mann’s there. ‘‘How can making speeches and raising a flag supporters and Mann’s supporters were the ‘‘It is outrageous that supporters of Mann be considered crimes in a democratic soci- ones who got arrested. could be beaten up and his effigy burned in a ety?’’ asked Dr. Aulakh. Tarn Taran is a central place in Sikhism, place so central for the Sikh Nation as Tarn India is on the verge of disintegration. built by the fifth of the Sikh gurus, Guru Arjun Taran,’’ said Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh, Kashmir is about to separate from India. As President of the Council of Khalistan. ‘‘We L.K. Advani said, ‘‘if Kashmir goes, India Dev, and there is a historic Gurdwara—Sikh hope that Badal is not behind the incident,’’ place of worship—in the town. The fact that goes.’’ History shows that multinational said Dr, Aulakh. ‘‘If he is, shame on him. Ul- states such as India are doomed to failure. supporters of the RSS are able to beat Sikhs timately, the Indian government is behind ‘‘Countries like Austria-Hungary, India’s in Tarn Taran is distressing. It shows the need this act and both Badal and Mann are under longtime friend the Soviet Union, Yugo- the control of the Indian government, as for Sikh independence in a sovereign slavia, Czechoslovakia, and others prove this Khalistan. their letters published in Chakravyuh: Web of Indian Secularism demonstrate,’’ said Dr. point. India is not one country; it is a poly- According to SS News online, at least six glot like those countries, thrown together people were injured in the clash, which broke Aulakh. In one letter, Mann pledges, ‘‘I reit- erate my allegiance to the Constitution and for the convenience of the British colonial- out after one of Mann’s supporters wrote an I stand by the integrity of the country.’’ On ists. It is doomed to break up as they did. article critical of Shiv Sena, one of the militant his trip to the United States in 2000, Mann There is nothing in common in the culture of branches of the RSS. attended a Sikh event and said, ‘‘Close the a Hindu living in Bengal and one in Tamil Mr. Speaker, Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh, offices of the Council of Khalistan, headed by Nadu, let alone between them and the minor- president of the Council of Khalistan, has Dr. Gurmit Singh Aulakh in Washington ity nations of South Asia,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. issued an excellent press release on tbe inci- DC.’’ ‘‘Freedom is the God-given right of every dent. He notes that a free, sovereign ‘‘If the BJP can carry out its nefarious ac- nation and every human being,’’ said Dr. tivities in a place as central to the Sikh Na- Khalistan, the Sikh homeland that declared its Aulakh. Sikhs must be allowed to have a free tion as Tarn Taran, then the handwriting is and fair plebiscite on the issue of Khalistan. independence from India on October 7, 1987, on the wall for the future of the Sikh Nation. In a democracy, you cannot continue to rule would help put an end to incidents like this. As They cannot protect their respect and honor long as Sikhs are under Indian subjugation, and they are salves in India. This shows why against the wishes of the people. As former the RSS and its allies are going to be able to we must liberate Khalistan from Indian oc- Senator George Mitchell said about the Pal- run roughshod over Sikhs and other minori- cupation and oppression,’’ said Dr. Aulakh. estinians, ‘the essence of democracy is the ‘‘That is the only way for Sikhs to protect right to self-determination.’ We must re- ties. Remember that last year, 35 Sikhs were claim the sovereignty of the Sikh Nation,’’ arrested simply for making pro-Khalistan ourselves from India’s brutality.’’ After human-rights activist Jaswant Singh Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Currently, there are 17 speeches and raising the Khalistani flag. Since Khalra exposed the Indian government’s pol- freedom movements within India’s borders. when are making speeches and raising a flag icy of mass cremation of Sikhs, in which It has 18 official languages. A country having crimes in a democracy? over 50,000 Sikhs have been arrested, tor- 18 official languages cannot hold its people India has kllled more than a quarter of a mil- tured, and murdered, then their bodies were together for very long,’’ he said. ‘‘We hope lion Sikhs, over 90,000 Kashmiri Muslims, declared unidentified and secretly cremated, that India’s breakup will be peaceful like 2,000 to 5,000 Muslims in Gujarat, over the police kidnapped him. Khalra was mur- Czechoslovakia’s, not violent like Yugo- 300,000 Christians in Nagaland and tens of dered in police custody. No one has been slavia’s,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Earlier this thousands of other minorities such as Assam- brought to justice for the kidnapping and year, Montenegro, which has less than a mil- ese, Bodos, Dalits, Manipuris, Tamils, and oth- murder of Jaswant Singh Khalra. Rajiv lion people, became a sovereign country and Singh Randhawa, who was the only witness ers. If India is the democracy that it claims to a member of the United Nations,’’ he said. to the Khalra kidnapping, has been repeat- ‘‘Now it is the time for the Sikh Nation of be, how can it do such things? edly subjected to police harassment. This in- Punjab, Khalistan to become independent.’’ America is the beacon of freedom, Mr. cludes being arrested for trying to hand a Speaker. That is why we need to act. Inci- piece of paper to then-British Home Sec- Dr. Aulakh stressed his commitment to dents like this must not be allowed to con- retary Jack Straw in front of the Golden the peaceful, democratic, nonviolent strug- gle to liberate Khalistan. ‘‘The only way tinue. We should stop our aid to India and end Temple. The police never released the body of former Jathedar of the Akal Takht that the repression will stop and Sikhs will our trade with that country until human rights live in freedom, dignity, and prosperity is to are respected for all people there. And we Gurdev Singh Kaunke after SSP Swaran Singh Ghotna murdered him. liberate Khalistan,’’ said Dr. Aulakh. ‘‘As should put the Congress on record in support In 1994, the U.S. State Department re- Professor Darshan Singh, former Jathedar of of a free and fair plebiscite on independence ported that the Indian government had paid the Akal Takht, said. ‘If a Sikh is not a in Khalistan, Kashmir, Nagalim, and wherever over 41,000 cash bounties for killing Sikhs. A Khalistani, he is not a Sikh’,’’ Dr. Aulakh else it is sought. That is the best way to help report by the Movement Against State Re- said. ‘‘We must free Khalistan now.’’

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VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:28 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.015 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS E2190 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE acclaimed by the Alliance. These pieces clear- tives to recognize the 75th anniversary of the LANE EVANS, MEMBER OF CON- ly demonstrate her incredible ability and po- Ridgewood Property Owners and Civic Asso- GRESS tential as an up-and-coming artist. As a recipi- ciation (RPOCA), a not for profit organization ent of this award, Catherine serves as an ex- committed to the development of a more vi- SPEECH OF ample to other young students who aspire to brant place to live, work, and play. HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON advance their creativity as a life path. Since its inception, RPOCA has served This year, the Alliance for Young Artists & OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA countless property owners and residents in the Writers recognized a total of 1,448 students in Ridgewood community of Queens, New York. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the organization’s Scholastic Art & Writing This first rate organization has been instru- Thursday, December 7, 2006 Awards in New York City. The students were mental in the ongoing restoration of our his- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honored by their peers at Carnegie Hall, torically rich community, proactively supporting join my colleagues in honoring the service of where they had an opportunity to review the beautification projects throughout Ridgewood a highly effective and respected 24-year Mem- work of other students and meet with profes- and advocating against redevelopment that ber of Congress, on the occasion of his depar- sional atiists and wliters. threatens the livelihood of our neighborhoods. ture. I am grateful that I have been able to It is my honor today to recognize Catherine RPOCA has taken a leadership role in sup- serve with Congressman LANE EVANS, who Lamy as one of the outstanding young cre- porting the revitalization of our neighborhoods, has long been a champion of working people ative minds in our country, I am also pleased educating homeowners and spearheading ini- and will always be remembered as a special to acknowledge the Alliance for Young Artists tiatives that protect affordable housing for champion of our Nation’s veterans. The Amer- & Writers for their work in encouraging the tal- working families in Ridgewood. This unwaver- ican people and our veterans are particularly ent of young people. We must continue to en- ing commitment to civic participation in local fortunate indeed that Congressman EVANS courage, foster, and recognize the skills and preservation efforts is commendable and has served as ranking member of the House Com- abilities of our Nation’s youth not only on spe- strengthened the foundation upon which the mittee on Veterans Affairs, beginning in 1995. cial occasions, but on a daily basis. community continues to grow. I associate myself with the remarks of my f Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I rise with my col- colleagues, who have spoken of LANE’S many leagues in the House of Representatives to HONORING HOLLOWAY HIGH accomplishments during his tenure here. He congratulate the RPOCA, its Board of Direc- SCHOOL AS A NO CHILD LEFT has adroitly used his legislative skills and con- tors, membership, and this year’s honorees— BEHIND BLUE RIBBON AWARD cern to the benefit and well-being of the Amer- Angie Tantillo and Frank Cicero—upon cele- WINNER ican people during his entire service, but his brating 75 years of service to Ridgewood resi- single-minded concentration on veterans’ dents. issues made that in many ways his very own HON. BART GORDON f issue. LANE’S experience in the Marine Corps, OF TENNESSEE TRIBUTE TO THE FELIX FAMILY his service in Vietnam, and the affects of mili- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tary service on the families of enlisted men Friday, December 8, 2006 and women never left LANE EVANS. Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. RON KIND Over the course of his career, Congressman honor the students, faculty and staff of Hollo- OF WISCONSIN EVANS led a successful effort to pass legisla- way High School for earning a 2006 No Child IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion compensating Vietnam veterans for dis- Left Behind Blue Ribbon Award for academic Friday, December 8, 2006 eases linked to Agent Orange exposure, se- superiority. cured passage of legislation that provides Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay Located in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Hollo- tribute to the Felix Family of Viroqua, Wis- health and compensation benefits for children way High School serves 176 Rutherford Coun- of veterans exposed to Agent Orange, and co- consin. On December 16, 2006, after 100 ty students who have fallen behind academi- years and three generations, Felix’s Men’s sponsored legislation to ban the use of anti- cally but have a sincere desire to catch up personnel landmines which kill and maim peo- and Women’s Clothing will be closing. This and graduate. The school was named a Blue store has been a pillar of Viroqua’s downtown ple worldwide. It is no wonder that Congress- Ribbon school by the U.S. Department of Edu- man EVANS was named the recipient of the business district and an integral part of the cation for scoring in the top 10 percent of all community. Thanks to Felix’s and other small Vietnam Veterans of America’s first annual schools in Tennessee for 3 consecutive years. Presidents Award for Outstanding Achieve- businesses, Viroqua continues to have a vi- No Child Left Behind Blue Ribbon schools brant downtown. ment, as well as the prestigious AMVET Silver are selected by the U.S. Department of Edu- Helmet Award. Steve Felix has owned and operated Ted cation as a way to recognize schools across Felix’s since the early 1970s. Steve is a good I am pleased and proud to have served with the country that show either high achievement Congressman LANE EVANS. I am certain that friend who is not shy in imparting his advice or dramatic improvement. on me during my frequent visits to Felix’s. constituents and family are especially proud of Principal Ivan Duggin says the school will Steve told me once that back when Senator his many accomplishments. LANE goes home continue to evolve and do whatever it takes to Proxmire served the people of Wisconsin, he with the best wishes and gratitude of Repub- remain one of the top schools in the state of would often stop at Felix’s and shake Steve’s licans and Democrats alike in this House. Tennessee and the country. Mr. Duggin has hand. On one of these occasions, Steve f said, ‘‘We will not rest on success. We will scolded the Senator and told him that he constantly be focused and seeking to find the HONORING CATHERINE LAMY, RE- needed to start dressing better in order to look best people, practices and strategies which CIPIENT OF THE ART PORTFOLIO like a United States Senator. Senator Prox- will yield superior results.’’ SILVER AWARD mire bought a suit from Steve that very day, This award is evidence of the hard work put and during every occasion when he saw Steve forth by the faculty, students and staff at he would ask Steve how he looked to ensure HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI Holloway High School. I am truly proud of his dress was appropriate. As my wife Tawni OF ILLINOIS them for their efforts, and I commend them on can attest, Steve has continued this tradition IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this achievement. by selling me suits so I am more appropriately Friday, December 8, 2006 f dressed. Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN RECOGNITION OF RIDGEWOOD Small businesses like Felix’s are vital to the recognize Catherine Lamy, an outstanding PROPERTY OWNERS AND CIVIC well-being of rural America because of the young artist from my district and recipient of ASSOCIATION unique spirit, personal service, and character the Art Portfolio Silver Award. This award, pre- they impart on small towns. They are what sented by the Alliance for Young Artists & HON. NYDIA M. VELA´ ZQUEZ make shopping on our main streets an enjoy- Writers, recognizes outstanding talent and cre- OF NEW YORK able and personal experience. Steve’s leadership and dedication, along ativity displayed by young artists and writers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Under the guidance of her instructor at with his wife Betty and their two children Stagg High School, Mr. Wesley Gonzalez, Friday, December 8, 2006 Randy and Erica, has made Viroqua and Catherine has created a remarkable portfolio, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Vernon County a better place to live, work, including eight award-winning pieces that are on the floor of the U.S. House of Representa- and raise a family. I commend Steve, the Felix

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But Mel Watt had already put gress.’’ No more. PAGING RACISM AND A COW- the word out that CBC members were to re- MULTI-PROFILING AND SHEER MALEVOLENCE ARDLY CAUCUS nege on their part of the deal. The Caucus By bowing to Pelosi, Black con- must not stand with McKinney when she gresspersons reinforce her and other white’s HON. CYNTHIA McKINNEY stepped to the microphone. Mel Watt, Nancy belief that they can pick and choose the Af- Pelosi’s poodle, attempted to enforce his rican American leaders and representatives OF GEORGIA Mistress’s wish that McKinney appear ut- they deal with, and isolate the rest, while IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES terly isolated and alone. Nothing should dis- still retaining mass Black support for the Friday, December 8, 2006 tract from the Democrats’ non-strategy of Democratic Party. Such Blacks are enablers doing and saying nothing until mid-term of racism, and must eventually pay the price Ms. MCKINNEY. Mr. Speaker, I submit the elections in November. The Republicans at the hands of their constituents, who are following for the RECORD. must be allowed to self-destruct without in- no different than the Black Georgia voters [From the Black Commentator, Apr. 13, 2006] terference. McKinney’s charge of racial who sent McKinney to Washington six times. profiling was a distraction from the Demo- Worse, in urging McKinney to drop the ‘‘ra- THE MCKINNEY AFFAIR—RAMPAGING RACISM cratic non-strategy—so she must be shunned. cial’’ aspect of her defense—to pretend that AND A COWARDLY CAUCUS Mel Watt was the enforcer—the designated she was not racially profiled, when they (By Glen Ford and Peter Gamble) shunner-in-chief. know that police profiling is near-uni- There are profound lessons to be learned Pelosi appears to harbor a deep hatred for versal—they do grave injury to fundamental from the ongoing travails of Congresswoman McKinney, whom she cannot control. Most Black interests. Cynthia McKinney (D–GA), under siege by recently, the 51-year-old Georgia lawmaker Days after his attempt to pound McKinney white America at large, the leadership of her defied the Leader’s orders, voting in favor of into dust, the duplicitous Mel Watt related own party, and the chairman of her own cau- a Republican bill, cynically modeled on to the Charlotte Observer his own scary run- cus. Democrat John Murtha’s measure for a in with Capitol police ‘‘a year or so ago’’: In the aftermath of McKinney’s run-in quick exit from Iraq. She was among only ‘‘I was running to the floor to vote and an with a Capitol Hill police officer, we have three Democrats, and the only CBC member, officer said, ‘Can I see your ID?’ and I said, witnessed an orgy of unadulterated defama- to do so. McKinney also ignored Pelosi’s ’No’ and kept running. I looked back and he tion that is actually directed at Black order that Democrats boycott hearings on had his hand on his gun. Then another (Cap- women in general. In rejecting and denounc- Katrina and leave the field to Republicans. itol) police officer said, ‘Member.’ He recog- nized me (as a House member). It just so hap- ing McKinney’s defense, her tormentors dem- However, Pelosi has been the aggressor all pened that the first (officer) was white and onstrate that the very concept of racial along, bent on bringing the CBC and other the other one was black . . . I was probably profiling was never sincerely accepted progressives to heel as she pursues her spine- very rash. In retrospect, I thought to myself, among most white Americans, and that 9/11 less non-strategy for victory by default over ‘You had to be out of your mind.’ I was try- is just an excuse for undoing decades of legal the GOP—a scenario that by definition re- quires African Americans to mute their own ing to get to a vote and he had a job to do.’’ and political struggles against the abomi- Watt understands very well that the Black demands, to be quiet and compliant. When nable practice. officer, who didn’t go for his gun, but instead McKinney returned to congress in January So virulent and shameless have been the called his white partner off, was intervening 2005 after a two-year hiatus, Pelosi denied attacks on McKinney—spewing caricatures in a case of racial profiling. Yet Watt’s de- her seniority, bumping her down to freshman of the six-term lawmaker that reflect whites’ sire to stay in the good graces of his Leader, status despite her previous ten years on The own hallucinatory visions of Black people— Pelosi, drives him to conspire against a fel- Hill. Not a peep from the CBC, cowed by it leads us to conclude that racists are con- low Black congressperson, Cynthia McKin- their Leader and, recent events have shown, ducting a kind of ritual, an exorcism to cast ney, whose recent hair makeover is said to packed with members who are themselves the ‘‘militant Black’’ out of the national pol- have made her fair game to be accosted by ity, once and for all. Disgustingly, a number fearful that McKinney’s militancy will raise Capitol police. Said McKinney: of Black voices have joined mob, in order to the bar of constituent expectations for their ‘‘Do I have to contact the police every prove that they are reasonable and trust- own performances on Black people’s behalf. time I change my hairstyle? How do we ac- worthy Negroes who won’t intrude on white On the House floor, the morning of April 6, count for the fact that when I wore my folks’ illusions of innocence. Pelosi/Watt had set McKinney up for further braids every day for 11 years, I still faced Most distressingly, the McKinney affair humiliation. Not only would she be required this problem, primarily from certain police dramatically demonstrates that the Congres- to deliver an apology that would be seen as officers.’’ sional Black Caucus has been eviscerated as an admission of guilt (by those who had al- Nobody knows better than Black officers a body. The CBC is revealed as collectively ready condemned and defamed her), but the that racism is rampant in the Capitol Police gutless, devoid of any semblance of Black absence of CBC members at her side would force. Of the 1,200 officers, 29 percent are solidarity, without which it has no reason mark her as a lone ‘‘extremist,’’ a ‘‘loon’’ Black, and many still have racial bias suits for being. whose politics could be dismissed out of outstanding. ‘‘You have, basically, a rene- hand. Why, even McKinney’s own colleagues CBC HITS NEW LOW gade police department up here, that’s been won’t stand with her. She’s crazy (like the operating under the protection of Congress,’’ We at BC had previously believed that rest of those darkies who cry racism). said Charles J. Ware, an attorney rep- April, 2005, when 37 percent of the 42 Black According to several congressional sources, resenting the Capitol Black Police Associa- House members voted for Republican bills, McKinney confronted a gaggle of CBC mem- tion. was the lowest point in Congressional Black bers, reminding them of the consensus agree- But it’s not just race. Police officers, like Caucus history. A year later, the CBC has ment of the night before, in which they had workers in any organization, spend much of found a new nadir. On the evening of April 5, promised a display of physical solidarity at their time talking shop. For Capitol police, undoubtedly on orders from House Minority the microphone in return for her conces- the subject of their shop-talk is the members Leader Nancy Pelosi, CBC chairman Mel sions. White Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur of congress they are hired to protect. Cyn- Watt gathered twenty or so members to (D–OH), seeing the commotion, hurried over thia McKinney is famous—no less so on Cap- browbeat McKinney into firing her legal to the Black circle: ‘‘I’ll stand with you, itol Hill. She is the Black woman viciously team and cease appearing before the media. Cynthia.’’ Others stepped forward to fulfill branded as a friend of ‘‘terrorists,’’ the most Watt absented himself from the beat-down, their pledge, despite CBC chairman Mel uppity African American in the federal legis- so that it would not appear to be an ‘‘offi- Watt’s treacherous machinations. lature. The cops are quite aware of what she cial’’ CBC event. Here is a partial list of those who were looks like, new hair-do or not. As congressional aides wandered in and out videotaped standing with McKinney when A McKinney lawyer got it right when he of the room, some Members dutifully echoed she read the words of apology that had been told a Howard University press conference Pelosi’s demand that McKinney not frame demanded of her: that his client was targeted for reasons of the March 28 confrontation with the police- *Elijah Cummings (MD), *Carolyn Cheeks ‘‘sex, race and Ms. McKinney’s progressive- man as a ‘‘racial’’ incident, and that she Kilpatrick (MI), *Barbara Lee (CA), *Alcee ness.’’ issue an apology on the House floor the fol- Hastings (FL), *Maxine Waters (CA), *Bobby The cops know who McKinney is—they lowing morning. According to several Rush (IL), *Corrine Brown (FL), *Major have profiled her politically. Michael C. sources who spoke with BC on condition of Owens (NY), *Sheila Jackson-Lee (TX), Ruppert, former Los Angeles cop and current anonymity, and based on an account given Marcy Kaptur (OH), Dennis Kucinich (OH), honcho of the popular web site From the Wil- by McKinney staff assistant Faye Coffield to Jose Serrano (NY), Bob Filner (CA), (*CBC derness, has felt the police hostility directed a weekly Atlanta meeting of the Georgia Co- members). at his longtime friend, Cynthia McKinney:

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Although the laughing walked the underground tunnels from one of ‘‘bitch,’’ a ‘‘racist,’’ ‘‘crazy’’ and all manner racist hyenas convince each other—with the those office buildings directly to the edge of of epithets. This abuse is actually directed tacit help of be chair Mel Watt—that McKin- the House floor and its anteroom with her. I against the defamers’ twisted idea of who ney is on the ropes, it is the Black constitu- can tell you one thing for certain because I and what Black women are. So diseased are ents of Dekalb County who will decide if she have seen it and I have felt it. Cynthia their minds, they see only their sickness-in- is ‘‘crazy’’ for standing up for her (and our) McKinney and her staff get treated dif- duced delusions. White supremacy allows dignity and rights. ferently from just about anyone else on the them to translate their delusions into public When McKinney arrived back in Atlanta Hill. It’s subtle, but so is the taste of dirt policy. September 11 gave them a free pass to shortly after her confrontation with the uni- when it’s in your mouth.’’ run buck wild, with no apologies, under the formed profiler, State Representative Ty- Although the Capitol police have failed to umbrella of ‘‘homeland security.’’ rone Brooks, president of the Georgia Asso- ciation of Black Elected officials, was among produce a surveillance tape of McKinney’s BLACK VOTERS WILL DECIDE confrontation with their officer, the con- those to greet and support her: ‘‘It’s really It can be no consolation to Rep. McKinney, not about Cynthia McKinney,’’ said Brooks. gresswoman captured one incident in the that she is just a convenient target for what movie, ‘‘American Blackout,’’ now being ‘‘It’s about African-Americans in America we now recognize as a great resurgence of who are victims of racial profiling every screened at sites around the country. The racism in the United States. The South rules film depicts McKinney’s investigation of vot- day.’’ a South that is not defined geographically Much of the Congressional Black Caucus ing irregularities in the 2000 elections. One but socio-politically. White Americans have segment shows the congresswoman being ac- seem to have lost touch with this reality. As become much more homogenous in the elec- a body, they have lost their moorings, and costed by police as she and her party ap- tronic and high-mobility age—to the det- must be rehabilitated, surgically. A bunch of proach the Longworth building of the Cap- riment of sanity. Their never-forsaken them have got to go. itol. McKinney turns to the camera and re- dreams of domestic and planetary racial con- BC Co-Publishers Glen Ford and Peter ports that police subject her to such treat- quest were given a Frankenstein-like jolt Gamble are writing a book to be titled, ment ‘‘all the time.’’ and boost by the Bush regime, which spoke Barack Obama and the Crisis in Black Lead- Does that happen to 535 members of con- directly to the predatory core of American ership. gress ‘‘all the time’’? Not hardly. myth and historical practice. Emboldened, California Rep. Tom Lantos, according to f they have snared Cynthia McKinney in one the web reference site Wikipedia, ‘‘ran over a of their IRTs: Improvised Racist Traps. She HONORING OTTO W. ‘‘BILL’’ MEYER teenager in the Capitol parking area and re- awaits the decision of a grand jury. OF MARION, KANSAS fused to stop despite screams from the The moral and political collapse of the crowd. He never apologized for the hit-and- Congressional Black Caucus could not come run either.’’ The Boston Globe reported that at a worse time—but it has occurred. Cor- HON. JERRY MORAN Lantos was not charged with hit-and-run, roded by corporate money dependent on cor- OF KANSAS but was only fined $25 for ‘‘failure to pay full porate media—with the near extinction of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES time and attention.’’ However, a teacher ac- independent Black media—adrift in the gulf Friday, December 8, 2006 companying the student was threatened with between the needs of the Black masses and arrest by Capitol police when she chased the narrow aspirations of the minuscule Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise Lantos’ car, demanding that he stop. hyper-mobile Black classes and still steeped today to recognize a man who is a legend in Apparently Capitol police are quite zealous in rank male chauvinism much of Black Kansas journalism and his community, a man in protecting their lawmakers—if they are ‘‘leadership’’ cannot abide a genuinely pro- not afraid to challenge an issue even if it white. gressive, charismatic female in their midst. rocked the boat, man who let his readers In an otherwise inane, anti-McKinney arti- Many also look on in sulking jealousy at the cle, Black columnist Earl Ofari Hutchinson know what they needed to know, a man who burgeoning unity and militancy of Latinos, gave some historical perspective to recent served his country and community with strong whose grassroots are on the move and whose events: will and strong opinions, and a man who will media support their cause. ‘‘In past years, the Caucus raised heck be missed throughout Kansas. I am here The CBC cannot even support each other. when a white Republican Congressman When CBC members urged Cynthia McKin- today to honor a respected leader and punched a black Capitol police officer and a ney to forsake the truth, to hide the ugly friend—Bill Meyer. year later Ohio Democratic Representative fact of racial (and political, and sexual) Bill may best be known as the editor and Louis Stokes was hassled by Capitol police. profiling they gave enormous aide and com- publisher of the Marion County Record. During And the Congressional Black Caucus rushed fort to the enemy. If there was one victory his 55 years of service to this weekly paper, to their defense.’’ that African Americans had achieved in the Not this time, not for Cynthia McKinney. he brought a fire to the paper establishing it post-Civil Rights era it was to make racial The Congressional Black Caucus is broken. as a challenge to the status quo. After grad- profiling legally, politically and socially un- uating from the University of Kansas in 1948 SEX AND THE FEDERAL CITY acceptable. This victory was the fruit of with a bachelor’s degree in journalism, he Around midnight on April 8, Saturday countless suitor demonstrations—all manner Night Live’s Kenan Thompson performed a of political struggles—and the legacy of the began his five and a half decade career. Bill grotesque, bewigged skit in which he con- legions of dead, maimed, jailed and humili- didn’t stop at just reporting the news. His ac- jured up a fat, sloppy, dull-witted, bellig- ated victims of profiling who became the tive role in civil issues, including the construc- erent, loud-talking, no-listening, from-deep- focus of sustained Black action. tion of Marion Reservoir and the local football in-the-ghetto character who was supposed to September 11 provided the excuse to undo stadium, helped create good news for the city be—Cynthia McKinney. Of course, this TV decades of anti-profiling victories. Profiling of Marion. minstrel’s interpretation bore no resem- is reckoned to be a good thing. Now the rac- Bill’s weekly column, ‘‘Mostly Malarkey,’’ blance to the congressperson—daughter of ists seek to reestablish arbitrary and capri- gave voice to his strong opinions. These chal- one of Atlanta’s first Black policemen, a cious white supremacy, with legislation that lenging positions often led to productive dia- former faculty member at Clark Atlanta would de facto deputize every police officer logues, but for others it led to violent reac- University, world traveler and sought-after as an agent of ‘‘homeland security’’ who speaker, six-term legislator. But that did not need not respect the constitution in the case tions. On occasion his property and the news- matter. Although SNL does superb work of ‘‘suspected’’ undocumented immigrants. paper office were vandalized. This past presi- caricaturing public personalities, its usual At that point, all persons of color become dent of the Kansas Press Association has standards did not apply in McKinney’s case. grist for the suspicion mill. Just as the Cap- woken to slashed tires, egg-covered vehicles, The skit was a dehumanizing assault on itol policeman chose not ‘‘recognize’’ Cyn- and even a bullet hole in his office window. It Black women as a group, with ‘‘Cynthia’’ thia McKinney as a congressperson, any cop takes a tough man to withstand the attacks he standing in for the female gender of her race. could willfully fail to recognize his fellow endured defending his fiery positions. A specific profile of Black women exists in Americans and strip them of their rights. Bill also endured attacks while serving our the minds of vast sections of white America. Such a regime already exists in designated country in World War II. He earned the Purple As Dr. Abdul Karim Bangura relates in this ‘‘drug zones’’ in urban America where every- issue of BC, in ‘‘an analysis of White stu- one is suspect. Heart for permanent injuries suffered from dents’’ stereotypes of Black women by pro- Yet the CBC allows Republicans and racist freezing temperatures during the Battle of the fessor of women’s studies and sociology Rose Democrats to jeer and bully Cynthia McKin- Bulge and the liberation of concentration Weitz at Arizona State University and ney into a legal cul-de-sac because she dares camps in Bavaria. Bill was decorated by sev- Wakonse fellow Leonard Gordon at the same to cite profiling. eral European countries and his own for his

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:28 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.026 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2193 service during the war. He continued to be munities in those counties. We also worked to- members of the County Commission, secured honored after the war for serving his com- gether during the most recent Base Realign- commitments from several large-scale cor- rades and their memory by editing Checker- ment and Closure (BRAC) round on behalf of porations and businesses to build, relocate, board, a World War II newspaper, and facili- the Ohio National Guard bases located in and expand existing facilities in Monroe Coun- tating tours of European battlefields. Mansfield and Springfield. ty, including Alabama River Pulp, FDR Plas- It has been said that Bill was part of a dying MIKE and I have also had some fun over the tics, Stayfast, Inc., Vanity Fair Intimates, and breed in journalism—journalists who didn’t years. In a previous campaign, he has been B & B Cabinet Doors, LLC. write for the good of their career, but for the kidding me about my campaign radio ads. He At the time—and as a direct result of his good of their community. Bill enjoyed success says they made him gag because they were tireless work and tremendous leadership as in career and community. Among others, he a bit too warm and fuzzy for his taste, but I tell well as the support from everyone else in- received awards from Kansas State University, him that they worked because he remembered volved in the county’s economic development the Kansas House of Representatives, and the them verbatim. programs—Monroe County led the entire state International Society of Weekly Newspaper But seriously, we are going to miss MIKE as of Alabama in new job creation. Editors. In 2004, he was inducted into the a friend and as a leader on business and fi- In addition to Monroe County’s economic Kansas Newspaper Hall of Fame. In Marion, nancial issues. He and his team, including his life, Judge Biggs has also been instrumental in Bill gave back while serving as school board Chief of Staff Jim Conzelman, and his long- helping the area preserve and promote its president, Kiwanis president, and president of time scheduler, Debbi Deimling, will also be strong literary and historic heritage. the Marion County Hospital District. Bill be- greatly missed. As the birthplace and home of such inter- came even more connected with his neighbors MIKE, I wish you and your wife, Pat, and nationally known writers as Nelle Harper Lee, as an ambulance and bus driver. Elvis all of the best as you begin this new Truman Capote and Mark Childress, Monroe Despite his many activities, family came chapter in your lives. And maybe someday, I County has been firmly established as the first. Bill was a devoted husband to his wife, will be good enough to play golf with you. ‘‘Literary Capital of Alabama.’’ Joan, and a proud father, grandfather and f For his part, Judge Biggs has done yeo- great-grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers man’s work to ensure this reputation extends go out to the Meyer family. May the strength CONGRATULATING THE HONOR- beyond county and state lines to reach an and courage demonstrated in his years of ABLE OTHA LEE BIGGS ON THE international audience. Recent publicity has service help inspire us. We will not only re- OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT brought a significant increase in the number of member Bill the way we saw him through our tourists to the area. own eyes, but also by the way we saw the HON. JO BONNER Judge Biggs was also instrumental in the world through his eyes. The world is a better OF ALABAMA creation of annual performances of the stage place because of him, and he will be greatly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES adaptation of Miss Lee’s To Kill a Mockingbird. His work on behalf of the county museum and missed. Friday, December 8, 2006 f theater troupe has resulted in the production Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with a tre- securing permission to perform on stage at the TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE MI- mendous amount of pride—and personal Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and at CHAEL G. OXLEY UPON HIS RE- pleasure—that I rise today to honor one of the festivals in Great Britain and Israel, as well as TIREMENT FROM THE U.S. most outstanding public servants south Ala- a host of other U.S. cities. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bama has ever known, the Honorable Otha Mr. Speaker, to list all of Judge Biggs’ many Lee Biggs, on the occasion of his retirement accomplishments would take literally an entire SPEECH OF after serving his beloved Monroe County for volume of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD unto HON. DAVID L. HOBSON over three decades. itself. That said, no list of ‘‘accomplishments’’ OF OHIO Mr. Speaker, it was just a few years ago would be complete without mentioning three IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that I stood on the House floor to recognize key projects for which Judge Biggs deserves Judge Biggs for being honored by the Coosa- special commendation. Thursday, December 7, 2006 Alabama River Improvement Association as First, he has played a lead role in devel- Mr. HOBSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today the recipient of the Dr. R.F. Henry Outstanding oping the Monroe County Airport into a 6,000 to join my colleagues in paying tribute to our Service Award, the highest award this re- foot runway which gives it the capability of friend and colleague, Congressman MIKE spected organization can give. landing almost any size corporate jet. More re- OXLEY. For over three decades, Judge Biggs has cently, he has advocated working with the When I was first elected to Congress, I real- been the leading advocate on behalf of the FAA in formulating a long-range plan for air- ly didn’t know MIKE, but I had heard about his critical river system that runs throughout port growth and development. prowess on the basketball court and on the southwest Alabama and for the continued Second, Judge Biggs deserves considerable golf course. But, one of the things that I have funding of necessary maintenance and dredg- recognition for his efforts at saving the Old come to appreciate over the years has been ing along this important artery of commerce. Monroe County Courthouse. Working with a the depth of knowledge and experience he Without question—and I would suggest that committee established in the late 1980s, has in the business and financial services sec- perhaps without equal—Judge Biggs deserves Judge Biggs oversaw the efforts to obtain tor. It is because of this that MIKE has earned our eternal gratitude for a lifetime of public state, federal, and private funds to restore this the respect of financial leaders in the United service. His dedication to the people of Mon- Alabama landmark to its new-found glory and States and worldwide. roe County is truly legendary. home to a permanent exhibit of celebrated MIKE is leaving us with a legacy that in- In 1961, Judge Biggs got his first taste of Monroe County authors. cludes his work on the landmark Sarbanes- public service when he served as Clerk of the And third, no one in southwest Alabama has Oxley bill to bring more accountability and re- Monroe County Commission following the been more persistent—or more deserving of sponsibility to the corporate world. In the death of Mr. L.L. Hendrix, who had served in credit—for the four-laning of US. Highway 84 weeks following the 9/11 attacks, he led the that capacity for a number of years. He served from 1-65 westward to the Mississippi line swift response to target terrorist financing by on the commission for ten years. Even as a than Judge Biggs. While Senator SESSIONS working to pass a new money laundering stat- young man in high school, Judge Biggs and I, along with Governor Bob Riley, have ute. worked in both the County Commission and been pleased to play a small role in getting I think it’s also important to mention that Probate offices. No one will ever serve Mon- the initial funding to begin this massive MIKE’s leadership in shaping policy over the roe County in the future, in either of these two project, the person who has worked over the years has reached beyond the corporate important positions, who came to the job bet- past several decades to keep this a regional world. He has also made a significant dif- ter trained or more experienced than Judge and state priority is none other than Judge ference in promoting personal savings and in- Biggs. Biggs. vestments at the individual level. On January 18, 1971, Judge Biggs took the Judge Biggs served for many years on the Prior to redistricting, I used to represent two oath of office as Probate Judge and Chairman board of trustees for the University of South counties that are now in MIKE’s district. While of the County Commission for the first of what Alabama and fought tirelessly for the interests I was disappointed to lose Champaign and would turn out to be many consecutive six of thousands of students, faculty members, Logan Counties, it has given us an opportunity year terms. Immediately following his election and staff who have been involved in the life of to work together on issues important to com- to office in 1970, Judge Biggs, along with that institution since its founding in the early

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The Movement Against State Re- the Monroe County Conservation Club, to players and their families each Thursday night. pression reported that lndia acknowledged name just a few of the other groups that have Local businesses announced their support for holding 52,268 Sikhs as political prisoners. benefited from his leadership. the Pioneers on the marquees outside res- Many of these have been in illegal detention Mr. Speaker, I have met few public servants taurants and hotels. In churches and stores, since 1984. as committed and dedicated to the well-being you could hear excited conversations about These political prisoners must be released of their community as Judge Otha Lee Biggs. the team’s success. at once and those who violate human rights His tenacity and work ethic are matched In the end, they did not capture the state must be brought to justice or we should stop only by his kindness and generosity. It goes championship, but they did achieve something all of our aid and trade with India. And we without saying but I am proud and deeply hon- of greater and more lasting importance: they should put the U.S. Congress on record in ored to have developed a strong friendship demonstrated the values of determination, support of freedom everywhere in South Asia with him, as did my predecessors, Congress- hard work, and courage in the face of adver- in the form of a plebiscite on the subject of man Jack Edwards and Sonny Callahan. sity. They showed that a past of limited suc- independence, under international supervision Monroe County and, indeed, all of south cess does not stand in the way of a bright fu- to ensure its fairness. Isn’t that the democratic Alabama have benefited greatly from his expe- ture. In proving that history does not have to way to do things? rience and wisdom. He is a true friend to be destiny, they provided a very real example While Professor Gurtej Singh’s article is too many people, and it is a pleasure for me to of the best of the American dream and they long to put in the RECORD, the Council of ask my colleagues to join me in praising lived at the heart of the American experience. Khalistan did an excellent press release on it. Judge Otha Lee Biggs for his accomplish- Their school and their community are the bet- Mr. Speaker, I would like to add that press re- ments and extending thanks for his many ef- ter for it. lease on the Dasam Granth fraud to the RECORD at this time for the information of my forts over the years on behalf of the citizens f of the First Congressional District and the colleagues. state of Alabama. PROFESSOR EXPOSES FAKE SIKH PROFESSOR GURTEJ SINGH EXPOSES DASAM SCRIPTURES, HINDU PLAN TO GRANTH FRAUD f DESTROY SIKH RELIGION WASHINGTON, DC, DECEMBER 7, 2006—Pro- WATAUGA HIGH SCHOOL fessor Gurtej Singh, a leading Sikh scholar, FOOTBALL TEAM Professor of Sikhism, and an advisor to the HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS International Journal of Sikh Affairs, has OF NEW YORK published an extensive article exposing how HON. VIRGINIA FOXX IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hindu fundamentalists have promoted the Dasam Granth, which contains very little of OF NORTH CAROLINA Friday, December 8, 2006 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the work of Guru Gobind Singh, as his writ- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, Professor Gurtej ing and as genuine Sikh scripture, parallel to Friday, December 8, 2006 Singh JAS is a Professor of Sikhism and a the Guru Granth Sahib. He exposes the fact Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, today I want to pay very widely respected intellectual leader in the that ‘‘the Hindu plan to drag the Sikhs back to the Hindu fold’’ requires promoting the tribute to the Watauga High School football Sikh community. Recently, he wrote an article Dasam Granth and that this plan has re- team of 2006. The Pioneers of Watauga High exposing the Dasam Granth, which is alleged ceived the support of such allegedly Sikh School in Boone, North Carolina set out with by some Hindus to be a Sikh scripture. What leaders as former Punjab Chief Minister modest expectations and ended up just one apparently was done was to take a few of the Parkash Singh Badal and the high Sikh game away from the state championship for writings of Guru Gobind Singh, the last of the ‘‘high priests’’ led by Jathedar Joginder 4A football. Along the way, they won 12 Sikh gurus, and combine it with some sexually Singh Vedanti. Badal led the most corrupt games and lost 3, and they set an example of explicit material from a Hindu sect known as government in Punjab’s history, selling jobs for money, and regularly visits Hindu and character and perseverance that made a last- Shakat. The aim is to discredit Guru Gobind other anti-Sikh places of worship, according ing impression on their school and their com- Singh and bring the Sikhs into the Hindu fold, to Professor Gurtej Singh. munity. according to Professor Gurtej Singh. Professor Gurtej Singh writes that This team frequently came from behind in The authors of the Dasam Granth identify Jathedar Vedanti ‘‘was given the task of ac- the second half to win their games. Three themselves within the text, yet many insist that tually dragging the Sikh panth into the fold times in the playoffs for the state champion- the work was written by Guru Gobind Singh of Hinduism.’’ He notes that Jathedar ship, they won by one point. By scores of 20– and should be equal to the Sikh holy scripture, Vedanti, like Mr. Badal, succumbed to the temptations of money. In order to carry out 19, 24–23, and 15–14, they advanced further the Guru Granth Sahib. this nefarious plan, Professor Gurtej Singh toward that championship than any team from Professor Gurtej Singh commented that a writes, Vedanti embraced the Dasam Granth Watauga County in 28 years. leader of the militant Hindu fascist operation as genuine Sikh scripture, claiming that it Watauga County, home to the Pioneers of known as the Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh was written by Guru Gobind Singh and was Watauga High School, is a place that is used (RSS), which was formed in support of the to be treated as scripture and canon. The to taking pride in the academic quality of its Fascists, had commented that all the Sikh Dasam Granth includes vivid, lewd descrip- schools but that has not often enjoyed similar ‘‘high priests’’ including Akal Takht Jathedar tions of sex acts and other pornographic and success in team sports. On the academic Joginder Singh Vedanti are on the RSS pay- obscene references that were added to Guru side, the Watauga County School system is roll. Thus, they are cooperating in this effort by Gobind Singh’s writing to make him look bad. one of just three school systems in the state the Brahmins to destroy the Sikh religion. Nice Professor Gurtej Singh notes that the au- where all schools made Adequate Yearly trick in a supposedly secular country! thors of the Dasam Granth identified them- Progress under No Child Left Behind last year. Also cooperating in this effort is former selves in the text. Yet the Hindus insist that At Watauga High School, students achieve Chief Minister Parkash Singh Badal, who led Guru Gobind Singh is the author and that proficiency levels that are better than over 92 the most corrupt government in the history of the book is Sikh scripture. According to Pro- percent of high schools in the state, and aver- Punjab. These are the kinds of people with fessor Gurtej Singh, it is a scripture of the age SAT scores are consistently well above whom the Brahins choose to ally themselves. Shakat sect, who are worshippers of the Hindu goddess Shiva, as it reflects their the state and national average. This kind of control over the leadership of mode of worship and their practices. ‘‘It has The football team, however, had not en- the Sikhs is one reason that they need their been a long standing Hindu desire to bring joyed a winning season in several years. They independence, to protect their identity and the Sikhs under the umbrella of the Shakat won just 4 games the previous season and their safety before the Indians wipe them out, sect,’’ he writes. ‘‘This involves getting them only 2 the year before that. Success on the as they seek to do. Over a quarter of a million to accept some of the rituals of that sect as football field had to be built from the ground Sikhs killed since 1984 proves that. In addi- modes of worship.’’ He goes on to write, ‘‘To level. And as the success of the team gained tion, the Indian regime has killed over 300,000 propagate the dasam granth as Sikh scrip- momentum in this special season, it brought a Christians in Nagaland, more than 90,000 ture at par with Guru Granth, has been the aim of a section of the Hindu zealots and a new spirit and energy to Watauga High School Muslims in Kashmir and 2,000 to 5,000 in Gu- section of the Media mostly controlled by and indeed to the whole community. jarat, as well as Christians and Muslims else- such Hindus,’’ At the school, art students and teachers cre- where in the country and Tamils, Manipuris, According to Professor Gurtej Singh, Mr. ated designs for giant ‘‘W’s’’ on the football Dalits, Bodos, Assamese, and other minorities. Sudarshan of the fascist, Hindu militant

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.034 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2195 Rashtriya Swayamsewak Sangh (RSS), par- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH AN- Great Plains, he was familiar, as all Kansans ent organization of the Hindu fundamen- NIVERSARY OF THE GREEN- are, with the prairie. First as a student and talist BJP, stated that all of the Sikh ‘‘high POINT YMCA then as a professor, Jerry learned more and priests’’ including Vedanti are on the payroll more about this ecosystem and became one of his organization. ´ of the most renowned experts in the world on ‘‘We appreciate and commend Professor HON. NYDIA M. VELAZQUEZ OF NEW YORK prairies. His expertise was sought by foreign Gurtej Singh for doing this outstanding governments and leading U.S. news organiza- work for the Sikh Nation,’’ said Dr. Gurmit IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Singh Aulakh, President of the Council of tions. The intimate knowledge and love he had Friday, December 8, 2006 of the prairie helped others appreciate and un- Khalistan. ‘‘He is doing his job as Professor ´ of Sikhism. The Sikh Nation commends Ms. VELAZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today derstand this unique landscape. him,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Only about 60 pages on the floor in honor of the Greenpoint YMCA Since our first meeting, Jerry and I stayed in of the Dasam Granth is the writing of Guru as it celebrates its 100th anniversary. This first contact and developed a friendship. In our Gobind Singh,’’ he noted. ‘‘The rest is later rate organization enriches the lives of Brook- many conversations, I was always impressed writings that were added and changed. Guru lyn residents every day, and it is with great with his knowledge, wisdom and kindness. I Gobind Singh gave guruship to the Guru pleasure that I recognize its efforts on this mo- valued his advice. When my family and I de- Granth Sahib and ordered Sikhs to consider mentous occasion. cided I would run for the Kansas State Sen- the Guru Granth Sahib as the living Guru,’’ The Greenpoint Branch stands as the sec- ate, I asked Jerry to be my campaign chair- Dr. Aulakh noted. ‘‘The Guru Granth Sahib is the living Guru which Sikhs accept with ond oldest YMCA building in Brooklyn and man. He kindly accepted and helped guide me reverence and respect. Recitation of the boasts a strong history of upholding its admi- to victory, despite a close race. Dasam Granth should not take place in any rable mission—to promote positive values Jerry was not only a friend to me, but to Gurdwara,’’ he said. ‘‘Sikhs should practice through programs that build spirit, mind, and most everyone who met him. He was one of Rehat Maryada which was published in the body, welcoming all people with a focus on those rare individuals whose warm personality 1940s by the SGPC after a long review and youth. This unwavering commitment to the te- and authentic care for others left all who met discussion by the Khalsa Panth.’’ nets of community service and outreach sus- him better off. He had a way of affirming the Dr. Aulakh said that it is very disturbing tains an engaged, more active citizenry, facili- worth of others that inspired them to achieve that most of the Sikh leadership is under the tating a culture of civic participation that will their best. Despite all of his academic and pro- control of the Indian government. ‘‘This surely define our neighborhoods for genera- fessional achievements, when friends share campaign to destroy Sikhism by means of tions to come. stories of Jerry, their message is the same: he the Dasam Granth could not be taking place if we had our own homeland. We could more Thanks to the leadership of the YMCA—its was a good man who put others before him- effectively stand up to India’s ongoing effort Founders, Board Members, Executive Direc- self. to destroy the Sikh religion,’’ he said. tor, staff, and supporters—local residents have It is this example of a life well lived that is ‘‘Without political power, nations perish and access to a variety of educational and rec- his greatest contribution. I can think of nothing religions are destroyed,’’ he said. reational activities that enable them to lead more honoring than to say that Jerry lived a India is on the verge of disintegration. more fulfilled lives. From after-school pro- life that called me and those who knew him to Kashmir is about to separate from India. As grams to various health and wellness initia- be better people. L.K. Advani said, ‘‘if Kashmir goes, India tives, the YMCA plays an integral role in the f goes.’’ History shows that multinational development of a more vibrant place to live. I states such as India are doomed to failure. commend its countless contributions toward HONORING THE MEMORY OF MR. ‘‘Countries like Austria-Hungary, India’s the betterment of Brooklyn. WILLIAM N. YEAGER, JR. longtime friend the Soviet Union, Yugo- Mr. Speaker, I would like to express hearty slavia, Czechoslovakia, and others prove this point. India is not one country; it is a poly- congratulations to the Greenpoint YMCA in HON. JO BONNER glot like those countries, thrown together commemoration of its 100th anniversary and OF ALABAMA for the convenience of the British colonial- express best wishes for a successful future. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ists. It is doomed to break up as they did. f Friday, December 8, 2006 There is nothing in common in the culture of a Hindu living in Bengal and one in Tamil HONORING GERALD W. TOMANEK Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, Mobile and in- Nadu, let alone between them and the minor- OF HAYS, KANSAS deed the entire State of Alabama recently lost ity nations of South Asia,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. a dear friend, and I rise today to honor him ‘‘Freedom is the God-given right of every HON. JERRY MORAN and pay tribute to his memory. nation and every human being,’’ said Dr. OF KANSAS William N. Yeager, Jr., known simply as Aulakh. Sikhs must be allowed to have a free IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘Bill’’ to his many friends and family, was a and fair plebiscite on the issue of Khalistan. devoted family man and dedicated community In a democracy, you cannot continue to rule Friday, December 8, 2006 leader throughout his entire life. At the time of against the wishes of the people. As former Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise his death, he was the president of Timbes and Senator George Mitchell said about the Pal- estinians, ‘the essence of democracy is the today to recognize the life of Gerald W. Yeager, Inc., one of the most respected right to self-determination,’ We must re- Tomanek of Hays, Kansas, and honor his ac- names in advertising in the entire State of Ala- claim the sovereignty of the Sikh Nation,’’ complishments and character. bama. Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Currently, there are 17 Jerry was many things to many people—an Bill’s company, although small in size, was freedom movements within India’s borders. educator, a comrade, a scientific expert, a both experienced and highly successful in all It has 18 official languages, A country having husband and a parent. To me, Jerry was fore- areas of advertising, public relations and mar- 18 official languages cannot hold its people most a trusted friend. keting. Using his 50-plus years in the industry, together for very long,’’ he said. ‘‘We hope Jerry and I met when I was a college stu- Bill Yeager was one of those rare masters of that India’s breakup will be peaceful like Czechoslovakia’s, not violent like Yugo- dent at Fort Hays State University. From the his trade who, as the old saying goes, could slavia’s,’’ Dr. Aulakh said. ‘‘Earlier this beginning, I was struck by his humble spirit truly sell ice to an Eskimo. And in so doing, year, Montenegro, which has less than a mil- and the genuine care he showed in his inter- Bill quickly earned the reputation as the ‘‘go lion people, became a sovereign country and action with me. Not too many years after we to’’ man both in the world of business and the a member of the United Nations,’’ he said. first met, Jerry became President of Fort Hays world of politics, especially throughout south- ‘‘Now it is the time for the Sikh Nation of State University. Years earlier, Jerry had at- west Alabama. Punjab, Khalistan to become independent.’’ tended the same institution when it was Fort To know Bill Yeager was to like Bill and to Dr Aulakh stressed his commitment to the Hays Kansas State College. As President, in like him was to respect him, even if, on occa- peaceful, democratic, nonviolent struggle to 1977, he successfully led the effort to change sion, you found yourself on the opposite side liberate Khalistan. ‘‘The only way that the the school’s status to that of university. Today, of his talent and genius. repression will stop and Sikhs will live in thanks in large part to his vision, Fort Hays But make no mistake, Bill was also a teach- freedom, dignity, and prosperity is to lib- erate Khalistan,’’ said Dr. Aulakh, ‘‘As Pro- State University is one of the leading aca- er in every sense of the word and those who fessor Darshan Singh, former Jathedar of the demic institutions in the Midwest. worked with him learned much. Moreover, the Akal Takht, said, ‘If a Sikh is not a In addition to serving as university presi- more you were around Bill the more you found Khalistani, he is not a Sikh.’,’’ Dr. Aulakh dent, Jerry was extensively involved in re- him to be a kind, generous person who, while said. ‘‘We must free Khalistan now.’’ search and instruction. Growing up on the strong in his personal views and convictions,

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He had his hand in everything, that order. what he heard filtered through the knowl- and he was constantly in motion because he He was grounded in the faith of his salva- edge gained over the years was ultimately simply didn’t have time to slow down; he had tion, and he had a twinkle in his eye whenever what gave weight to whatever he might say too many things yet to accomplish, too many he talked about his beloved Betty and their or recommend. Two eyes, two ears, one friends yet to help. children and grandchildren. mouth. Use them in that proportion, in that And help he did. That, Mr. Speaker, is what made Bill Yeager order. Over the years, Bill served as president of so special and it is why I am using this oppor- So there he is on the edge of the crowd, Sales and Marketing Executives of Mobile, tunity to honor him today. In the end, he was arm across his chest, hand captured under Junior Achievement, and Mobile Toastmaster a great teacher, a man with an endless the armpit, other hand pressed to his cheek, amount of energy, one who had an amazing eyes intent on the flow of folks in and out, Club. He was also a past board member and here and there, who’s with whom, sometimes senior member of the Mobile Kiwanis Club. mind and an awesome spirit and finally, a man leaning in to the person standing next to But perhaps few things in life meant more to who was the epitome of a true friend. him, half listening, his eyes not leaving the Bill Yeager than his beloved University of Ala- Mr. Speaker, one of Bill’s many admirers, crowd. But say something worth hearing and bama. Without a doubt, Bill was crimson and Chip Drago, a longtime writer with the Press- there were subtle changes. His neck craned white through and through. He was one of the Register and currently the editor of the Mobile in a little closer. His eyes left the crowd and real leaders in the Red Elephant Club, as well Bay Times, penned the following tribute to Bill focused on the speaker. His lower lip jutted as serving as president of the Mobile Chapter shortly after his death. With your permission, out. You had his attention. Time will pass. Candidates will come and and district vice president of the University’s I would like to add Chip’s piece to the CON- candidates will go. Campaigns will be run. GRESSIONAL ECORD National Alumni Association. Bill was also a R . There will be fundraisers, receptions, kickoff member of the President’s Cabinet. BILL YEAGER, R.I.P. announcements, press conferences and elec- This past football season was the first time (By Chip Drago) tion nights. It is hard to imagine that in memory that Bill was not up in the stands ‘‘Many, many times at one political gath- Yeager won’t be there just outside the frame of Bryant-Denny Stadium, pulling the Crimson ering or another, the scene was identical. taking it all in. Tide through to another victory. Bill Yeager was easy to spot. Tall, thin guy. ‘‘Where’s Rochester?’’ Ralph Waldo Emerson once said, ‘‘The Dark suit. Red tie. Eyeglasses. Every hair in Mr. Speaker, William N. Yeager, Jr. is sur- greatest gift is a portion of thyself.’’ place. Standing on the fringe of the crowd. vived by his wonderful wife, Betty; three Well, Bill Yeager was constantly giving . . . Right arm across his chest, hand tucked daughters, Sherry Yeager, Susan Coffey and giving of his energy, his ideas and his talents under the armpit, other hand against his left Cynthia Hilburn; one brother, Dr. Charles cheek, Jack Benny-like. Yeager; six grandchildren and countless to the people—and the things—that he loved. ‘Where’s Rochester?’, I’d say. other relatives and friends. Our thoughts and First and foremost, Bill loved his work. He It got to be a standing joke. For a quarter prayers are with them all during this dif- loved the people with whom he worked in his of a century, half my life, a third of his. ficult time. trade, and he considered both his clients, and Yeager positioned himself on the periphery f the associates with whom he came in contact purposely, usually on the highest ground every day, a part of his extended family. available. To see, not to be seen. He perched TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE MI- And Bill worked his heart out—every day he like a bird of prey surveying a field or a river. He wanted to see it all while his client/ CHAEL G. OXLEY UPON HIS RE- was at his office—trying to think of some new candidate was being seen. His production, TIREMENT FROM THE U.S. way, some better way he could help his not his performance. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES friends succeed. Yeager could be forceful and he could Fortunately, for those of us who knew Bill dominate a scene but rarely in public. He SPEECH OF professionally, we also knew he was a master had enthusiasm, confidence and energy of his art, the best of the best. Without ques- which were the byproducts of his success HON. DEBORAH PRYCE tion, Bill Yeager was truly an institution, the over more than 50 years in advertising and OF OHIO likes of which we may never see again. And political consulting. As a consequence, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES held strong opinions about campaign strat- make no mistake, Bill’s legacy of success— egy. Most candidates gladly followed his ad- Thursday, December 12, 2006 and goodness—will most certainly stand the vice. Others gradually adopted it. Some re- Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Madam Speaker, I rise test of time. sisted. Yeager strove mightily to win them today to honor one of our colleagues who will Bill Yeager loved Mobile; he loved Alabama; over to his view, not because his ego required be sorely missed next year in the United and he loved his Country. He was as patriotic him to be the boss but because he wanted the States House of Representatives, the gen- a man as I ever knew and he was never candidate to win. He wanted it for the can- tleman from the Buckeye State, Mr. OXLEY. ashamed to tear up when Old Glory was pre- didate, for his family, for his friends and sup- MIKE OXLEY has been a good friend, and we sented or the Star Spangled Banner was porters and, yes, for himself. Sometimes, not often, the candidate could not be persuaded will miss his leadership in this House and in played. Finally, there is not a person who ever and Yeager accepted it, reluctantly because Ohio. For the last 25 years, MIKE has rep- he knew he was right but also willingly be- sought public office in south Alabama not resented the Fourth District of Ohio with honor cause he never forgot that it was the can- and integrity. one—whether they were the beneficiary of didate’s campaign, not the consultant’s. Bill’s brilliant mind or on the ‘‘receiving end’’ of He lost some. He won most. In 1981, when he arrived, he brought with his considerable talents—who loved Mobile— Yeager was probably as or more competi- him a belief in the hope offered by Ronald or was willing to do more to help Mobile and tive than any candidate he ever represented. Reagan—a hope of economic prosperity guid- south Alabama move forward—more than Bill And that list is truly breathtaking. From ed by the expansion of free enterprise and U.S. Rep. Jack Edwards in the 1960s to City open markets. MIKE OXLEY has spent every Yeager. That list includes congressmen, sen- Councilman Ben Brooks’ state Senate Dis- ators, mayors, governors and practically every day of his Congressional career spreading that trict 35 campaign this fall. What fell in be- hope. other elected position on the ballot. tween and Yeager touched in one way or an- In life, there are always the givers and the other represents the history of politics and As Chairman of the Financial Services Com- takers. government in the Mobile area since the mittee for the last 6 years, MIKE saw our econ- Well, without a doubt, Bill Yeager was a closing of Brookley Field. omy through some of its toughest tests. It is giver. Yeager had one quality that some thought a testament not only to the resilience of our But not only was he generous in spirit and endearing and others found amusing. He economy, but to the leadership provided by good to the core, he had an unmistakable could have a dubious view of one elected offi- Chairman OXLEY that our economy and our fi- quality that is, sadly, becoming more and cial or another, particularly if the person nancial sector have not only endured, but was causing problems for another official more rare with each passing day. who was a Yeager client. But let time pass prospered. You see, Bill treated each and every person and the suspect official become a Yeager cli- OX has been our captain and our coach. He equally—with the same degree of courtesy ent, well, the transformation was remark- stuck firm to his core beliefs, while never sac- and respect—from the people who sweep the able. What was once tawdry and dull sud- rificing civility. We can all learn from MIKE floors, to the president of the company. denly shone. OXLEY’s leadership: When it comes to the

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As Presbyterian mis- trend that I think we should all be trying to agree, we should openly and honestly discuss sionaries, William and Marjorie worked tire- overcome—namely, that ‘‘state support (of our differences, like statesmen. lessly to bring schools, running water, and in- community colleges and junior colleges) con- We have not seen the last of MIKE OXLEY. oculation centers to those who previously had tinues to decline.’’ Many people with whom I Be it in a boardroom or at a Buckeye game, absolutely no access to these resources, living have discussed the problem of inequality in his presence will surely be known. in isolated villages in the State of Oaxaca. America have noted that the most important It is an honor to call MIKE OXLEY a friend, Upon their return to the United States, the thing to do to help close that gap is to in- and we wish him Godspeed. Buehlers established themselves close to the crease educational opportunity. I profess to be f heart of Arizona, in Superior, where they soon somewhat skeptical that this is going to do as became favored residents of the area. Rev- much as many argue, but that is no reason TRIBUTE TO ‘‘USS HYMAN G. erend Buehler worked admirably as the pastor not to go forward with increased educational RICKOVER’’ SSN 709 of two churches in the community, and for his opportunity as much as we can. And this will efforts to improve the health of residents and not happen if we allow ‘‘state support (to) con- HON. GENE TAYLOR the local environment, was honored with Su- tinue to decline’’ for these schools. They are OF MISSISSIPPI perior’s Man of the Year award. Marjorie an essential avenue for young people from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Buehler also served Superior at that time as families that are not affluent to begin achieving an elementary educator. Friday, December 8, 2006 a college education. Even after retirement, the list of achieve- Mr. Speaker, I hope my colleagues will read Mr. TAYLOR of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I ments accumulated by the Buehlers continued Mr. Green’s words and accept the relevance rise today to recognize the contributions of the to grow and bring optimism and hope to those of what he says to our job of increasing public crews, past and present, of the Submarine they served. Recognizing critical issues rising support for higher education. I am grateful to USS Hyman G. Rickover (SSN 709). On the along the border of Arizona and Mexico, the Mr. Green for sharing his experiences with us 14th of December, this vessel will be inac- Buehlers endeavored to establish border mis- on this important point. tivated, and its name struck from the rolls of sionaries to address the needs of workers fac- [From the Boston Globe, Nov. 23, 2006] U.S. warships. The contribution of this vessel ing tragic conditions in maquilladora factories THE VITAL ROLE OF COMMUNITY COLLEGES to the defense of this Nation has been second located in the dangerous region. (By William D. Green) to none, yet somewhat unheralded. From the To this day, they continue to do volunteer Americans finally have an issue on which Cold War through the current War on Ter- work at Tucson’s Primavera Homeless Shel- they can all agree. If the country hopes to rorism, she and her crew have stood the ter, and the Tucson Historical Society. It is a sharpen its competitive edge, it will take a watch. The Rickover served as a testament to fitting tribute to honor these two lives dedi- significant investment in education, espe- the standards of excellence inspired by her cated to the less fortunate of the world, while cially math and science. America must also namesake, the late Admiral Rickover. The fa- cultivating a lasting marriage and family. boost their analytical thinking to address challenges and innovate in business and soci- ther of the nuclear Navy, Admiral Rickover in- f stilled a culture of technical excellence and in- ety. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Often overlooked and under appreciated, dividual responsibility in the Navy Nuclear Pro- not unlike the people who attend them, pulsion Program that continues to this day. these colleges can help enhance the Nation’s I would also like to commend the sponsor of HON. CHARLIE NORWOOD competitiveness, improve the skills of the this ship—Mrs. Eleonore Rickover, for her OF GEORGIA workforce, and contribute to a more ful- years of faithful support to the crew. She IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES filling life for millions of citizens. struck a chord at the ship’s christening, when Friday, December 8, 2006 The son of a plumber and a school sec- she said, ‘‘In the name of the United States, retary in western Massachusetts, I had the Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall good fortune to attend Dean College, a two- I christen thee Hyman G. Rickover. May God No. 528: waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) year residential college in Franklin. My two bless her and all who sail in her, and may of rule XIII with respect to consideration of years at Dean focused me, taught me to ap- God bless their families and loved ones, for certain resolutions reported from the Com- preciate the value of continuing my edu- they also serve who only stand and wait.’’ mittee on Rules and providing for consider- cation, and provided me with the foundation Mrs. Rickover lived up to those words in the ation of motions to suspend the rules, and for for building a career in global business. years since that day with generous and heart- America’s system of junior and community other purposes, had I been present, I would colleges has proved to be powerful and very felt support of the sailors and families of Rick- have voted ‘‘yes.’’ over. Going far beyond an occasional appear- effective in preparing students for success at f four-year colleges and beyond. The potential ance, she embraced the ship and her crew— of these institutions to raise the game of interested, involved and caring. Her service WILLIAM GREEN NOTES VITAL IM- those who attend and to enhance our Na- was a fitting testament to the legacy of pride PORTANCE OF COMMUNITY COL- tion’s competitiveness is clear. and service left by her husband, ADM Rick- LEGES The challenge is to keep community col- over, to the Naval nuclear power program, and leges and junior colleges strong at a time the entire U.S. Navy. HON. BARNEY FRANK when State support continues to decline. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Many who have chosen to attend a junior or OF MASSACHUSETTS community college have found that the expe- in commemorating this exceptional Naval war- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rience can lead to exciting places. Graduates ship; her crew and their families; their spon- Friday, December 8, 2006 can be found in Congress and on the judicial sor, Mrs. Eleonore Rickover, and the man who bench. They’ve flown aboard the space shut- brought our Navy nuclear propulsion, Admiral Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, tle, commanded troops, and written for Hyman G. Rickover. on November 23, William D. Green, chairman major publications. Some, like me, run large f and CEO of Accenture, published a very im- corporations. portant article in the Boston Globe on the vital These colleges mirror the communities TRIBUTE TO THE REVEREND WIL- role of two-year colleges. As Mr. Green notes, they serve. They enable students to continue LIAM AND MARJORIE BUEHLER ‘‘America’s system of junior and community their education at an affordable cost, de- velop careers in a range of fields that is ex- colleges has proved to be powerful and very panding all the time, and, more frequently HON. RAU´ L M. GRIJALVA effective in preparing students for success at nowadays, change careers to find greater job OF ARIZONA 4-year colleges and beyond.’’ Mr. Green satisfaction and fulfillment. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES speaks from very relevant experience, both as In healthcare alone, nearly two-thirds of someone who himself attended Dean College, the industry’s new workers have studied at Friday, December 8, 2006 a 2-year school in Franklin, Massachusetts, community colleges. As the number of baby Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, I stand today and as a leader in American business. He boomers who are near or at retirement age to recognize 50 years spent together by Rev. thus understands the importance of commu- swells and the need for healthcare services grows, community colleges will fill an im- William and Marjorie Buehler in marriage and nity colleges both as one who benefited from portant gap in the workforce. in service to those in need. a community college education and one who In addition to teaching people new skills, Since their marriage to each other began, now draws on community college graduates, junior and community colleges often help the Buehlers have shown complete dedication among others, to staff his important company. students learn how to learn—to gain the

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In the long run, junior and community col- Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, on December Thursday, December 7, 2006 leges not only help students gain confidence 5 and 6, 2006, I was unable to cast my floor in their ability to learn, but they also pro- vote on rollcall numbers 524, 525, 526 and Mr. GILLMOR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor MIKE OXLEY, a man who will be vide them a foundation for achieving better 527. The votes I missed included a motion to greatly missed in this House. Not only does he jobs. suspend the rules and agree to as amended, The potential ripple effect on the economy have more friends in this chamber than nearly is obvious. As the world becomes flatter and H. Res. 1070; a motion to suspend the rules anyone else, he has compiled one of the most we’re faced with new global competition, we and pass, as amended H.R. 1176; a motion to distinguished legislative records in this body. must redouble our efforts to ensure that fu- suspend the rules and pass H.R. 6099; and a I have had the privilege of knowing MIKE for ture generations of Americans enjoy a stand- motion to suspend the rules and agree to H. more than thirty years going back to when we ard of living that matches or surpasses our Res. 1082. served together in the Ohio Legislature and he own. A strong system of junior and community Had I been present for the votes, I would has been a good friend to have over that en- colleges with stepped-up support—financial have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes 524 and tire period of time. or otherwise—from business leaders, legisla- 527, and ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall votes 525 and 526. In Congress, MIKE has not only been in- tors, and educators can go a long way toward volved in the issues of the day, he has been making that goal achievable. a good athlete and has led his colleagues in f If junior and community colleges win, we pursuing healthful activities. He was Chairman all win. CONGRATULATING HASBROUCK of the Gym Committee. In College, we used to HEIGHTS HIGH SCHOOL ON RE- think that anyone who became a three letter f CEIVING A PACEMAKER AWARD man was something special. MIKE has been a TRIBUTE TO DEMARIS MARSH three letter man here and much more. He was the manager of the Republican Congressional HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN Baseball, Basketball and Golf teams and com- HON. JIM DAVIS piled a great record of victories. OF FLORIDA OF NEW JERSEY His record of legislative accomplishments is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a long one. With a great ability to reach Friday, December 8, 2006 across the aisle, MIKE OXLEY helped calm the Friday, December 8, 2006 financial markets during a period of great tur- Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise in moil. Sarbanes-Oxley was the most sweeping honor of DeMaris Marsh of Brandon, Florida, Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- reform to our securities laws in 70 years and a tireless advocate for America’s seniors. gratulate the dedicated students and faculty at helped bring an era of corporate scandal to an Dee’s passing last week is a tremendous loss Hasbrouck Heights High School who have end. Other successes during MIKE’s tenure at to our community. made The Pilot’s Log an award-winning and the helm of the Financial Services Committee Dee devoted countless hours to helping im- exemplary newspaper year after year. include deposit insurance reform, regulatory prove the lives of seniors. She was an ex- This November, students earned top honors relief for banks and thrifts, tireless work on re- tremely dedicated volunteer for the AARP, forms for the government sponsored enter- serving the organization and its members in from the National Scholastic Press Association by capturing a Pacemaker Award—the third in prises, and tremendous work on providing op- numerous ways. She volunteered as State Di- portunities for increased homeownership. four years. Widely considered the Pulitzer rector of the AARP in Arkansas and served on As MIKE OXLEY leaves to enter another the AARP National Legislative Council and the Prize of high school journalism, this award is phase of his life, we wish both he and his Florida State AARP Legislative Council. a testament to the outstanding writing, photog- wonderful wife Pat the very best. As a Member of Congress, Dee was an in- raphy, layout, and management skills that stu- f valuable resource to me because she was a dents learn at Hasbrouck Heights High strong voice for Florida’s seniors. As a mem- School. Journalism is a difficult profession and IN RECOGNITION OF THE LYNDON ber of my Long Term Care Advisory Board, learning to meet deadlines and juggle priorities BAINES JOHNSON SCHOOL Dee provided important insight into many of is challenging at any age. the issues and federal programs affecting sen- HON. NYDIA M. VELA´ ZQUEZ iors. I know she advised numerous other legis- I am extremely proud of the 2006 Pilot’s Log editorial staff: Matthew Connors, Wade OF NEW YORK lative and political officials as well. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dee was also committed to providing direct Friedel, Harvir Kaur, Brielle Marino, Joseph assistance to her fellow seniors. She taught Marino, Kaitlin Olcott, Russell Piazza, Prachi Friday, December 8, 2006 AARP Driver Safety courses and volunteered Prachi, Nishit Raval, Robert Spindler, Caitlyn Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today as an AARP Tax-Aide counselor, helping sen- J. Walsh, and Nicole Weingartner. I also ap- on the floor of the U.S. House of Representa- iors complete their federal tax forms. Jeff plaud their teachers and families, who encour- tives to congratulate the Lyndon Baines John- Johnson, AARP Florida’s Grassroots and aged and helped them along the way. Pilot’s son Public School 151K, located in Brooklyn, Community Outreach Manager said it best, Log advisers Lora Geftic and Gary Pankiewicz New York, on its centennial anniversary. Since ‘‘Dee Marsh was a wonderful human being, an deserve special recognition for the quality of its inception, Lyndon Baines Johnson School impassioned advocate for Floridians 50 and their teaching. has maintained a standard of academic excel- older, and a devoted volunteer for AARP. lence, thereby enriching the lives of elemen- It is an honor to represent so many individ- Through her many years of advocacy efforts, tary schoolchildren throughout Bushwick. she was a part of helping improve the lives of uals dedicated to the values and ideals of Originally known as Public School 151K, millions of older Americans. We at AARP Flor- journalism. I am especially pleased that a Lyndon Baines Johnson School exemplifies ida will miss her kind heart, sharp mind and Pacemaker Award has gone to a student Bushwick’s historical dedication to establishing gracious Southern charm.’’ newspaper written, printed, and distributed in a community-oriented school system. Its name I too will miss Dee and her devotion to help- my own Congressional District. I again offer honors the significant achievements of Presi- ing legislators, like me, better serve the needs my congratulations to the award-winning stu- dent Lyndon Baines Johnson—from fighting of our community. On behalf of the entire dents and teachers at Hasbrouck Heights High poverty and promoting urban renewal to in- Tampa Bay community, I would like to extend School for the consistent, first-rate reporting in vesting in education and social programs. It is my deepest sympathies to Dee’s family. The Pilot’s Log. Keep up the good work! ultimately through upholding the legacy of its

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to strengthened this institution’s programs there- ask you and all of my colleagues to pause for by enabling comprehensive support services, a moment to listen to a story about an every- SPEECH OF encouraging parent participation, and con- day American who died before we could thank necting families. Additionally, through the ex- him for his selfless service to others. ceptional leadership of Principal Jeanette HON. MICHAEL R. TURNER Police homicide detective Greg Brashear, is Sosa and Assistant Principal Stuart Spector, OF OHIO like so many who walk among us each day. They quietly protect and defend us and are this award-winning school has effectively ad- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vanced a culture of civic, socially-minded stu- rarely noticed or thanked before they are dents devoted to the interests of Bushwick— Thursday, December 7, 2006 gone. and our Nation. Detective Greg Brashear was such a man. This unwavering commitment to advocacy Mr. TURNER. Madam Speaker, I have the Just months ago, he lost his life. But his leg- and respect for individuals has been the cor- honor to recognize a fellow colleague from the acy lives. His story continues to touch others nerstone of this remarkable learning institution Great State of Ohio, Chairman MICHAEL as it is spread by those who only learned of throughout its 100-year existence. Therefore, OXLEY. Chairman OXLEY has served with dis- it while he lay in a hospital fighting for his life. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratulating tinction in this House for 25 years and is retir- Baltimore, Maryland Police Department the students, faculty, and parents of the Lyn- ing at the end of the 109th Congress. Homicide Detective Greg Brashear had a full don Baines Johnson Public School 151K on Many people know Chairman OXLEY either life of his own. Last January, off-duty and en this momentous occasion. from his work on the Financial Services Com- route to a celebration with a loved one, he f mittee, his tireless work for the constituents of stopped on the side of a highway to help a the Fourth District of Ohio, or his years of par- woman with a flat tire. RECOGNIZING ALABAMA STATE He was struck by another car while aiding a ticipation as a player and manager of the Re- SENATOR GARY TANNER FOR woman he’d never met. Detective Brashear publican Baseball Team. Chairman OXLEY is HIS DEDICATED, FAITHFUL PUB- spent the next 7 months hospitalized in inten- also a tireless advocate of the military and es- LIC SERVICE sive care trying to recover and return to those pecially the Joint Systems Manufacturing Cen- he loved. HON. JO BONNER ter—Lima, formerly known as the Lima Army He never left the hospital. But while he was Tank Plant. OF ALABAMA there . . . his name, and the kind of selfless IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The Joint Systems Manufacturing Center— man he was, became known to hundreds and Lima traces its history back to WWII when it thousands more, as his struggle began to Friday, December 8, 2006 prepared and processed more than 100,000 touch more lives each day, moving beyond the Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great combat vehicles. The plant today is the sole hospital walls—even beyond state lines. pride and pleasure that I rise today to recog- producer of the M–1 Abrams tank. Greg had not followed his father and brother nize Alabama State Senator Gary Tanner for into their family’s law practice in Texas. He Chairman OXLEY worked with the Depart- his dedicated, faithful public service to the citi- chose the less compensated and lower profile ment of Defense over the years to encourage zens of Mobile County. path of fighting for those who could not defend the utilization of the workforce and available Senator Tanner is a distinguished member themselves when he became a detective in space at the facility. Through his efforts, the of the Mobile, Alabama, community and a tre- the Violent Crime Child Abuse Section of mendous advocate for all of south Alabama. plant has grown beyond its original mission, Houston’s Police Department. He began his public service career as a Mo- providing a wide variety of cutting-edge mili- He moved to the Baltimore Police force say- bile County Commissioner in 1992 and was tary vehicles for the Army, Navy and Marine ing he wanted to continue to ‘‘do something elected to the Alabama State Senate in 2002. Corps. that mattered; to help people by keeping the During his career in the Alabama State Leg- Most recently, Rep. OXLEY was successful world safer’’, which is what he did for the last islature, Senator Tanner worked tirelessly on in working with Task Force LIMA during the 26 years until the day he noticed one more behalf of south Alabama and served as chair- 2005 Base Realignment and Closure to en- person in need of his help—someone stopped person of the Energy and Natural Resources sure the Joint Systems Manufacturing Center on the side of the highway hoping someone Committee. remained a strong and continued asset for the would notice her despair. Of particular significance, Gary was award- Nation, the State of Ohio and the greater Lima And that’s why we stop what we’re doing ed the Tillman’s Corner Citizen of the Year community. Chairman OXLEY was also able to right now and reflect on Detective Greg award in 1980 by the Tillman’s Corner Area restore funding for the modernization of the Brashear. Because he and thousands of other Chamber of Commerce. In 1989, he was se- M–1 tank, further ensuring our men and Americans like him, notice every day the peo- lected as Business Associate of the Year by women in uniform remain the best equipped ple around them who are wounded or help- the Mobile Bay Chapter of the American Busi- fighting force in the world. less. They do not turn their backs on them. ness Women’s Association. He has also re- And they do not ask for pats on their own ceived the Able Helmsman Award in 2000 by Chairman OXLEY is a distinguished member backs. the Mobile Labor Council, the State Employ- of the Ohio Delegation and of this House. He Today, may we give back to Detective ee’s Rusty Hook Award in 2002, and the Mo- has made his mark on this Nation not only Brashear what he did not ask for or get in life: bile Democratic Executive Committee’s Award through his ardent support of the financial his country’s recognition of his service, of his of Distinction in 2004. service industry, but also his unwavering sup- humility, and his invaluable role in our society. Mr. Speaker, the faithful service of out- port of the military. His tireless support of the We give him our deepest thanks. standing Americans like Gary Tanner has Joint Systems Manufacturing Center—Lima I ask you to join me in offering that same aided in an immeasurable way to the well has placed it in a strong position for the future. recognition to all the ‘‘Greg Brashears’’ who being of our community. I would like to offer As Chairman OXLEY sometimes quotes former daily walk unheralded among us. We do not my congratulations for his many personal and President Reagan’s farewell address, ‘‘My know your names, but we know you are there. professional achievements. I know his daugh- friends, we did it. We weren’t just marking If no one has thanked you, if no one has ters, Bonita Tanner and Dawn Tanner-Smith; time. We made a difference.’’ For 25 years, noticed the depth of your personal commit- his grandchildren, Benjamin, Sarah, Will, and Chairman OXLEY has made a difference not ment or sacrifice—consider it noticed today. Drew; and his other family and many friends only for Ohioans but for all Americans. The And consider that our thanks to you, and to join with me in honoring his accomplishments House of Representatives has benefited from Greg, will never be enough for all you have and extending thanks for his many efforts on his ideas and leadership. done.

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TRIBUTE TO MGM BRAKES ON ITS Who’s Who in American Universities and Col- SHERRY BOEHLERT has served the people of 50TH ANNIVERSARY leges, Who’s Who in America, Who’s Who in the 24th Congressional District, which includes the South and Southwest, Biographee for the all or parts of Broome, Cayuga, Chenango, HON. MELVIN L. WATT Directory of Distinguished Americans, and Cortland, Herkimer, Oneida, Ontario, Otsego, OF NORTH CAROLINA Personalities of the South. Tioga, Tompkins, and Seneca counties, for 12 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jeanette currently serves as president of the consecutive terms. He has been my congres- Homeless Veterans Services of Dallas, work- sional neighbor to the west for as long as I Friday, December 8, 2006 ing diligently to obtain single residence hous- have been in Congress. We have had the op- Mr. WATT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ing for homeless veterans. In addition, she portunity to work together on many issues, honor MGM Brakes, headquartered in Char- serves as president of the Women’s Auxiliary such as the Tech Valley initiative in upstate lotte, NC, on its 50th anniversary. of the Greater Hawkins Veterans Association, New York, the FAIR Alliance for transportation MGM Brakes is a division of Indian Head In- maintaining a memorial in honor of local vet- funding, and, of course, rooting on our be- dustries, Inc., also headquartered in Charlotte, erans. loved New York Yankees. NC, and maintains manufacturing facilities in Without a doubt, Jeanette’s service to her With expertise and leadership in so many Cloverdale, CA and Murphy, NC. community is extensive, and on behalf of the different fields, from the environment and the MGM Brakes was founded in 1956 and is a people living in the 5th District of Texas, I ap- sciences, to transportation and homeland se- leading U.S. manufacturer of spring parking plaud her for her commitment to both her curity, SHERRY has not only capably served brakes and actuators for vehicles with air community and her country. the people of his district, but also every citizen brakes. Fifty years ago the company’s found- f of New York and the United States. ers (Miller, Gummer and Meyers) invented the SHERRY has earned the opportunity to spring brake actuator to prevent air braking THANKING MR. WILLIAM CHAMP spend more time with his wife, Marianne, their failures in heavy, over-the-road vehicles that FOR HIS SERVICE TO THE HOUSE four grown children and five grandchildren. usually resulted in runaway vehicles. MGM Mr. Speaker, I am proud to call SHERRY Brakes is now a leading world-wide supplier to HON. VERNON J. EHLERS BOEHLERT a respected colleague and a dear the commercial vehicle industry and its actu- OF MICHIGAN friend. His presence and strong voice will be ator products have become standard equip- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES missed during the coming debates. There is ment on more than 125 makes of commercial Friday, December 8, 2006 no doubt, however, that his proud legacy of vehicles currently manufactured in over 40 committed public service and bipartisan countries. Mr. EHLERS. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion achievement, will live on for generations. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to pay tribute to of his retirement this month, we rise to thank f MGM Brakes and its employees for 50 years Mr. William Champ for his long career of out- of pioneering technology and innovative prod- standing service to the U.S. House of Rep- PRAISING THE GOALS OF THE 2006 ucts that have helped increase the safety of resentatives. NATIONAL RAIL SYMPOSIUM commercial vehicles, transit buses and school William Champ has been an employee of buses across the states and around the coun- the Furniture Division, Cabinet Shop of the Of- HON. STEPHEN F. LYNCH try. fice of the Chief Administrative Officer of the OF MASSACHUSETTS f House for 30 years. During that time, he has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES earned the respect and admiration of his fel- HONORING JEANETTE L. STERNER low co-workers. Bill is a person of great char- Friday, December 8, 2006 OF HOLLY LAKE RANCH acter and will leave behind a legacy of profes- Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, on November 15, sionalism, hard work and dedication to the in- 2006, I had the opportunity to address the HON. JEB HENSARLING stitution. His list of accomplishments is far too 2006 National Rail Symposium, presented by OF TEXAS lengthy to include in this tribute, but includes Citizens for Rail Safety, Inc. at the National IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the lecterns in the House Chamber of the U.S. Press Club in Washington, DC. Capitol Building that every Member of Con- Attended by rail worker union representa- Friday, December 8, 2006 gress uses during each session, a key fixture tives, rail industry experts, transportation Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, today I seen by millions of people all over the world. scholars, and local and Federal political lead- would like to recognize the outstanding con- Bill was a key member of the team that de- ers, the symposium served to further highlight tributions of COL Jeanette L. Sterner of Holly signed and constructed the lecterns. He was the glaring gaps in America’s rail security and Lake Ranch in Wood County, Texas. Colonel also instrumental in the renovation of the specifically, bring attention to the lack of basic Sterner has spent a lifetime in service to her audio/video upgrade of the Ways and Means emergency and antiterrorism training for our country in the United States military and in the Committee Room. Nation’s rail workers. process has earned a multitude of honors in- Bill’s retirement is bittersweet; the House Notably, the symposium marked the release cluding: the Meritorious Service Medal; an will lose an individual who from day one of his of a key rail security study prepared by the Army Commendation Medal; an Army employment made a long term commitment to National Labor College (NLC) entitled: ‘‘Train- Achievement Medal; an Army Reserve Com- excellence. His performance has always been ing in Hazmat and Rail Security: Current Sta- ponent Achievement Medal; a National De- exceptional and above and beyond expecta- tus and Future Needs of Rail Workers and fense Service Medal; a Global War on Ter- tions. His legacy will live on in the Chamber of Community Members.’’ As noted by the NLC, rorism Service Medal; an Armed Forces Re- the U.S. House of Representatives as we wish our Nation’s rail workers currently lack basic serve Medal; an Army Service Ribbon; and a him many wonderful years of happy retire- and necessary emergency prevention and re- Sharpshooter Badge. ment. sponse training, particularly with respect to During her years of service to the United f Hazmat incidents, and must work in rail cars States, she also earned five State awards: the and on rail tracks, yards, and basic infrastruc- Oklahoma Meritorious Service Medal; the Iowa GOODBYE TO COLLEAGUES ture that are poorly secured. Achievement Medal; the Iowa Commendation The NLC’s study comes on the heels of a Medal; the State of Texas Medal of Merit; and SPEECH OF 2005 rail worker safety report prepared by the the Texas Adjutant General Individual Award. HON. MICHAEL R. McNULTY International Brotherhood of Teamsters Rail Jeanette’s service to her country does not OF NEW YORK Security Conference, entitled ‘‘High Alert: end with her military heroism. She has also IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Workers Warn of Security Gaps on Nation’s served her local community in a variety of Railroads.’’ Based on over 4,000 surveys com- ways including youth involvement. She has Wednesday, December 6, 2006 pleted by members of the Brotherhood of Lo- worked as a school psychologist for Sacred Mr. McNULTY. Mr. Speaker, as our col- comotive Engineers and Trainmen and the Heart Catholic School, for Mount Saint Mary’s league, the Honorable gentleman from New Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employ- High School, for Christ the King School, and York, SHERWOOD BOEHLERT, prepares to retire ees Division, the report reveals that 84 per- has even managed to find time to serve as a from the Congress, I want to join the entire cent of the rail workers surveyed indicated that youth director for her church. New York delegation in wishing SHERRY a they had not received any or additional ter- She has earned numerous civilian awards fond farewell and in commending him for a job rorism prevention and response training within and memberships for her efforts, including very well done. the last year and that 64 percent indicated that

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they had not been trained on their role in their As a result of an airplane accident, Justin ball dominance. I call Chairman OXLEY my railroad’s Emergency Action or Emergency Whitefield lost his life on November 4, 2006. Coach because that is what he has been to so Response Plan. He was not only a leader in Oklahoma, but he many of us. Chairman OXLEY has been a Mr. Speaker, I would like to associate my- was my friend. We worked together during my model of public service since graduating from self with these reports, as well as the goals of service in the Oklahoma Legislature. I always the Ohio State University School of Law in the National Rail Symposium, given the impor- found him to be a man of character, faith, and 1969. Coach OXLEY has been legislating for tance of providing our rail workers with ade- honor. We will truly miss him. over 30 years and he has always been kind quate emergency, anti-terrorism, and security I am proud, Mr. Speaker, to thank him for enough to help others learn the ropes. He has training. For this reason, I have also urged my his contributions to others, specifically the taken me and literally hundreds like me by the colleagues to adopt H.R. 4372, the Rail Work- young people of Oklahoma. hand and guided us through the legislative er Emergency Training Act, which I have intro- f process. duced in the 109th Congress. This bill would A kindness that I will never be able to USS ‘‘OKLAHOMA’’ require the Secretary of Homeland Security to repay. develop comprehensive rail worker training Coach OXLEY, we will miss you in the halls guidelines that address several key areas, in- HON. DAN BOREN of this great institution. I will miss your counsel cluding critical infrastructure and equipment OF OKLAHOMA and will be forever disappointed that you re- security inspection, hazardous material stor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tired before the long hotly debated issue over age, transport, and monitoring, and evacuation Friday, December 8, 2006 which Member from Ohio has the lowest procedures. In addition, the bill would require Mr. BOREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- handicap was completely resolved. However, I rail carriers to develop a rail worker training memorate the groundbreaking of a memorial trust that future coaching sessions will be program based on the Secretary’s guidelines to the USS Oklahoma, which sank 65 years available by phone. and to train all of their workers within 1 year. ago today in the 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor. Congratulations, Mr. Chairman, to you and In closing, I would like to commend Citizens Commissioned in 1916, the 583-foot USS your family. for Rail Safety, Inc. and the National Labor Oklahoma escorted President Woodrow Wil- f College for their efforts to heighten security son to and from France at the conclusion of and preparedness on our Nation’s railways. IN MEMORY OF ARMY SGT. FIRST World War I. She served in both the Atlantic CLASS WILLIAM R. BROWN f and Pacific fleets through the 1920s and TRIBUTE TO JUSTIN WHITEFIELD 1930s, and when the Spanish Civil War erupt- ed in 1936, she steamed to Bilbao to ferry HON. KAY GRANGER American citizens to safety in Gibraltar and OF TEXAS HON. DAN BOREN French ports. One year and a day before the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OKLAHOMA Japanese attack, the Oklahoma was assigned Friday, December 8, 2006 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to Pearl Harbor. Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Friday, December 8, 2006 The casualties aboard the USS Oklahoma honor the courage of a young hero from my Mr. BOREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to represent the second-largest loss of life district. November 6, 2006, Army Sgt. First honor Justin Whitefield, successful attorney, aboard any Pearl Harbor ship. Yet neither me- Class William R. Brown (1st Battalion, 3rd dedicated father, tremendous leader, and tire- morial nor marker exists to commemorate her Special Forces Group) was killed in the line of less advocate for agricultural development and her crew. With today’s groundbreaking at duty when a roadside improvised bomb ex- throughout Oklahoma and the Nation. Pearl Harbor, we mark a significant step to- ploded near his Humvee vehicle in Sperwan- A native of Pauls Valley, Oklahoma, Justin ward the creation of a lasting memorial to Gar, Afghanistan, which is part of the Whitefield attended Oklahoma State Univer- honor the 429 sailors, officers and Marines Panjwayi District of Kandahar. He was in sup- sity, earning a degree in Business, excelling in who perished on the ‘‘Okie,’’ many of whom port of Operation Enduring Freedom. Brown his studies and regularly recognized for his until 2002 rested in unmarked mass graves. enlisted in the Army in June 1994, 2 weeks I am proud to have worked with Congress- campus-wide leadership. Later attending the after graduating high school. University of Oklahoma Law School, Justin man COLE and the other members of the Sgt. Brown’s family and friends remember Whitefield earned his Jurist Doctorate, repeat- Armed Services Committee to pass language him as a person with integrity and a strong de- ing his academic excellence and class leader- in the 2005 Defense Authorization Act pro- sire to service his country through a career in ship. viding a site for the memorial. But the real the military. He is also remembered for his de- Throughout his career Justin Whitefield was credit for making this project a reality goes to votion to his wife, Audra, and two children. a forward thinking individual, helping better the the Oklahoma’s remaining survivors, the peo- A native of White Settlement, Texas, Sgt. community through his dedication to helping ple of the State of Oklahoma and the USS Brown graduated from Brewer High School others and his commitment to youth and agri- Oklahoma Memorial Committee, which is rais- and began Army basic training 2 weeks later culture. Examples of his initiatives and con- ing private funds for the memorial. at Fort Benning, Georgia. His first assignment I hope that this long-overdue tribute pro- tributions are the growth of scholarship pro- was with the 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regi- vides some comfort to the Oklahoma’s sur- grams through the Oklahoma Youth Expo to ment. With that unit, he rose to the rank of vivors and their families, knowing that their young people, the development and imple- squad leader and operations sergeant. After sacrifices that day will never be forgotten. mentation of collegiate programs such as the serving 7 years with the 75th Ranger Regi- Oklahoma Agricultural Leadership Encounter f ment, Sgt. Brown was transferred to Dallas, program, and the Oklahoma Youth Expo Col- TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE MI- Texas, where he was an Army recruiter for 2 lege 101 and the Academic All State Scholar- CHAEL G. OXLEY UPON HIS RE- years. ship Program. While his primary focus was to TIREMENT FROM THE U.S. Following the 9/11 terrorist attacks, Sgt. bring recognition to others by honoring individ- HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Brown decided to join the Army’s elite Special uals through the Oklahoma Youth Expo Ex- Forces. In 2004, he completed the rigorous hibitor Hall of Fame, he was also progressive SPEECH OF Special Forces Qualification Course and was in his ideas for events such as the Western HON. JEAN SCHMIDT assigned to the 1st Battalion, 3rd Special Art Exhibition, the Master Showmanship Con- Forces Group (Air Borne) which is based at OF OHIO test and the Cattle Fitting Contest. Fort Bragg, North Carolina. After becoming a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In his most recent assignment as Executive Special Forces member, he served with great Director of Oklahoma Youth Expo, Justin Thursday, December 7, 2006 distinction and valor one tour of duty in Iraq Whitefield’s accomplishments were far-reach- Mrs. SCHMIDT. Madam Speaker, I rise to and was on his second tour of duty in Afghani- ing. Prior to joining Oklahoma Youth Expo, he add my voice in tribute to retiring Chairman stan when he was killed. Sgt. Brown volun- served as General Counsel for the Oklahoma MIKE OXLEY. teered for both tours of duty in Afghanistan. Farm Bureau, served as an Attorney special- Today is a sad day for me. Though I haven’t During his career, Sgt. Brown earned the izing in Government Relations for Derryberry, known him nearly as long as my fellow col- Bronze Star Medal for Valor, an Afghanistan Quigley, Solomon and Naifeh Law Firm and leagues from Ohio, I, too, will miss our Coach. Campaign Medal, a Global War on Terrorism served as President and Chief Lobbyist for I use that word not just as a tribute to his Expeditionary Medal, a Global War on Ter- Capital Resource Group. years of Congressional baseball and basket- rorism Service Medal, a Meritorious Service

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Medal, an Army Accommodation Medal, an HONORING THE DECENNIAL Shirley Chisholm in 1982, MAJOR OWENS has Army Achievement Medal and a National De- SEASON OF THEATRE HUNTSVILLE successfully fought in Congress for increased fense Service Medal. educational opportunities, a higher minimum wage, equal opportunity for those with disabil- It is the qualities of incredible courage, HON. ROBERT E. (BUD) CRAMER, JR. ities, and aid for historical black colleges. strength, and pride in service of country which OF ALABAMA MAJOR’s voice will be missed, but his New IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES we see in young heroes like William R. Brown York colleagues will remember him as we that makes us appreciate the freedoms we Friday, December 8, 2006 carry forward these important initiatives. have here at home. I am proud to honor Ser- Mr. CRAMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to It has also been my privilege to work with geant Brown’s service to the State of Texas, congratulate the members, staff, volunteers, JOHN SWEENEY since his election to the House where he entered the service, and to the and patrons of the Theatre Huntsville during in 1998. As my colleague on the Appropria- United States of America. He will not be for- their decennial season. The 2006–2007 sea- tions Committee, as my co-chair of the Hud- gotten. son will include performances of Noises Off, son River Caucus and as a leading voice for Proof, Romeo and Juliet, Crossing Delancy, a risk-based approach to distribute Homeland f To Kill a Mockingbird, Nunsense, and A Mid- Security funds, JOHN SWEENEY has proven summer Night’s Dream. himself not only dedicated to the people of his ON THE CENTENNIAL OF TRINITY Theatre Huntsville is the second-oldest per- district, but to all the citizens of New York. BAPTIST CHURCH IN RICHMOND, formance organization in the city of Huntsville, We will miss Mr. SWEENEY’s lively spirit and the passion and expertise he displayed VIRGINIA presenting its first performance in 1950 as the throughout his tenure. Huntsville Little Theatre. In 1979, the Hunts- The New York delegation also wishes our ville Little Theatre merged with the Twicken- HON. ROBERT C. SCOTT colleague SUE KELLY well as she leaves the ham Repertory Company to form today’s per- U.S. Congress. Through her roles on the OF VIRGINIA formance group. Small Business and Financial Services Com- Mr. Speaker, Theatre Huntsville strives to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mittees, SUE KELLY has successfully pushed to foster, encourage, and strengthen interest in increase small business access to capital. As Friday, December 8, 2006 the dramatic arts. In addition to its yearly per- the chair of the Oversight and Investigation formances, the Theatre’s volunteers mentor Subcommittee, she has paid careful attention Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise others in the community in areas of acting, di- to the efforts of law enforcement to crack today to honor an institution in the City of recting, and all other aspects of community down on terrorist financing and money laun- Richmond, VA. This year, Trinity Baptist theater through discussions, lectures, work- dering. Church is celebrating its centennial and I shops, apprenticeships, and tutorials. SUE and I have stood united on many would like to take some time to recognize its Mr. Speaker, throughout the 2006–2007 issues affecting our region, including Hudson history of service as a house of worship in season, Theatre Huntsville will celebrate their River preservation activities and the proposed Richmond during the last 100 years. decennial season. I rise today to join in their shift in services away from the Franklin Dela- celebration. no Roosevelt Montrose Campus of the VA The church that we know as Trinity Baptist f Hudson Valley Healthcare System which began in 1906 as the Sixth Mount Zion Sun- serves veterans in both of our districts. GOODBYE TO COLLEAGUES day School class, which met at the home of Mr. Speaker, while SHERRY, MAJOR, JOHN Marcellus Waller, Sr., and Nannie Waller at and SUE may not know yet what the future SPEECH OF 1007 West Leigh Street in Richmond. As this holds for them, there are two things I know for faith community grew, the idea was put forth HON. NITA M. LOWEY sure—the people of New York will miss them, to formally organize a church, and Brother OF NEW YORK and the House of Representatives is better for Charles Thompkin suggested they call it Trin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their service. ity. After a consultation with a representative I wish them all success and happiness in Wednesday, December 6, 2006 from the Baptist Churches, Trinity Baptist the days and years to come and am thankful Church was established on August 6, 1906, Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to for the opportunity to work with them and call with Rev. James Williams as its first Pastor. honor four of my distinguished colleagues and them my friends. to pay tribute to their dedicated work on behalf f Under Pastor George Carrington, who led of the people of New York. Trinity from 1915–1919, a new sanctuary was I have been honored throughout my time in IN MEMORY OF MAYOR TIM built at 1630 Rose Avenue. In 1960, Trinity Congress to call SHERWOOD BOEHLERT, MAJOR LESLIE had again outgrown its building, and Pastor OWENS, JOHN SWEENEY and SUE KELLY my King David Turner appointed a Planning Com- colleagues and my friends, and their hard HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS mittee to find a new home for the church. Pas- work and passion will be sorely missed by our OF TEXAS tor Turner’s work was continued by Pastor great institution. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Welford David Adkins, who led the church SHERRY BOEHLERT has been fighting for the Friday, December 8, 2006 through the purchase of land and construction people of the Mohawk Valley and Central New Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of a new 1,000 seat sanctuary in 1972. York since 1964, first as chief of staff to Con- honor Tim Leslie, Mayor of Aubrey, in the 26th For the last 26 years, Trinity Baptist has gressman Alexander Pirnie and his successor District of Texas. Mr. Leslie was a courageous been ably led by Rev. A. Lincoln James. Donald Mitchell and, for the last 24 years, as leader devoted to the best interests of his Under his stewardship, Trinity has increased the representative of the 24th Congressional community. its staff to include Ministers of Fine Arts, Eco- District of New York. SHERRY has been a Mayor Leslie dedicated his life’s work to the nomic Development, Christian Education, and staunch advocate for environmental and citizens of Aubrey. During the 1980’s, he was Children and Youth. Trinity’s daily bag lunch science priorities including the space program, elected to two terms as Mayor. Mr. Leslie’s feeding program and clothes closet literally protection of the Arctic National Wildlife Ref- commitment to local children led him to serve feed the hungry and clothe the poor. The uge, and research into global warming and on the school board for over a decade. When church’s work with Caritas Charities Prose cyberterror issues, and he has fought on the Mr. Leslie was elected Mayor again in 2003, Ministry helps the homeless, and its Angel Transportation and Infrastructure Committee to he championed modern improvements to com- secure New York’s fair share of Federal funds. Tree program ministers to prisoners. Rev. munity and school facilities, and promoted co- SHERRY BOEHLERT epitomizes what a Mem- James has also licensed or ordained over 60 operation between the city and schools of Au- ber of Congress should strive to be—an inde- sons and daughters of Trinity into the gospel brey. pendent, bipartisan consensus builder with As Mayor, Tim Leslie directed projects for ministry, and he oversaw the ordination of the loyalty not to outside interest groups or to the building of a new library and a water treat- church’s first female deacons in 2004. party leadership, but to the constituents who ment facility. After being diagnosed with pan- I would like to once again congratulate Rev. sent him to Congress for over two decades. creatic cancer this year and enduring intensive James and the members of Trinity Baptist on New York and the U.S. Congress have ben- chemotherapy treatments, Mr. Leslie coura- their centennial and wish them another cen- efited for nearly as long from the service of geously continued to fulfill his obligations as tury of continued service to their community. MAJOR OWENS. Since succeeding the late Mayor.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.066 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2203 In addition to his career in local government, TRIBUTE TO MR. AND MRS. CLYDE Mr. Speaker, I know you join with me in Mr. Leslie served as editor and publisher of STEPHENS saying ‘‘thank you’’ and ‘‘job well done’’ to the City of Aubrey’s weekly newspaper, The Heather Montgomery for her years of loyal Town Charter. As a founding member of the HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN service to myself, but most of all, to the peo- Aubrey Lions Club, he was also active in the OF TENNESSEE ple of Southeast Texas whom she has served Aubrey Chamber of Commerce and Aubrey IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with distinction. She is one of my closest Education Foundation. His legacy of public Friday, December 8, 2006 friends. service will long benefit the City of Aubrey. f Mayor Leslie is survived by his wife, Allison, Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, it is a and their three children. privilege today to honor Mr. and Mrs. Clyde IN HONOR OF SPECIAL AGENT IN Stephens as they celebrate 50 years of mar- CHARGE MARK L. LOWERY, U.S. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the mem- riage. This is a tremendous milestone that em- SECRET SERVICE ory of such a courageous individual. Mayor bodies the enduring love and profound com- Tim Leslie was a dedicated public servant, mitment they have for one another. For those and serves as a role model to all citizens. I HON. PETE SESSIONS of us who know the Stephens, their marriage extend my sincerest sympathies to his family OF TEXAS is a celebration of life and an inspiration to us and friends. He will be deeply missed and his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all. service to his community will always be greatly On December 12, 1957, Clyde and Nellie Friday, December 8, 2006 appreciated. were married in Corinth, MS. Clyde and Nellie Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to were blessed with three wonderful children, honor the exceptional career of Mark L. Low- f Pam Stephens Kelly, David Stephens and ery, Special Agent in Charge of the United HONORING THE LIFE OF DEAR- Gary Stephens, six grandchildren and two States Secret Service Dallas Field Office. BORN, MICHIGAN MAYOR MI- great-grandchildren. Tonight their family and Special Agent Lowery began his career with CHAEL A. GUIDO friends are gathering in Middle Tennessee to the Secret Service in 1983 in the St. Louis celebrate this occasion. Field Office, following a 6 year tenure with the Mr. Speaker, a 50th wedding anniversary is St. Louis County Police Department. With the HON. JOHN D. DINGELL truly worth commemorating, and I ask my col- U.S. Secret Service, he served in the Wash- OF MICHIGAN leagues to join me in congratulating Clyde and ington Field Office, the Presidential Protection IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Nellie Stephens. Division, Special Investigations and Security Friday, December 8, 2006 f Division, and the Financial Crimes Division. Under the leadership of Special Agent Low- Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with TRIBUTE TO HEATHER MONTGOMERY ery, the Dallas Field Office tackled many com- a heavy heart to honor the life of a great plex issues plaguing the Dallas community in- friend and wonderful public servant, Dearborn cluding identity theft, counterfeiting of currency Mayor Michael A. Guido, who passed away HON. KEVIN BRADY and cyber crimes. Special Agent Lowery’s December 5, 2006 after losing his battle with OF TEXAS leadership in these cases was instrumental, cancer. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leading to the successful arrest and prosecu- Mayor Guido was elected the youngest per- Friday, December 8, 2006 tion of many criminals in the Dallas area. son to ever serve on the Dearborn City Coun- Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise Special Agent Lowery has received numer- cil, and then became the youngest mayor in ous awards and commendations during his the City’s history in 1986. While Michael’s 52 today to honor Heather Montgomery upon her retirement as District Director for the Eighth twenty-three year career, including the highest years on this earth were far too short, he did Secret Service award, the Medal of Valor in much of which to be proud. He exhibited great Congressional District of Texas. I’ve had the privilege of working alongside 1985. The legacy he leaves will speak loudly passion in a job he considered to be the Heather for many years as co-workers at the of the impact he made on our community and greatest in the world. South Montgomery County Woodlands Cham- his peers and his devotion to the betterment of To many, Dearborn is renowned for the ber of Commerce, as colleagues while she led our community. His tenure at the U.S. Secret great services offered by the City. It is to Mi- the North Houston-Greenspoint Chamber of Service Dallas Field Office is marked by his chael’s credit that these services were pro- Commerce, and re-united again in 1998 in dedication, work ethic and public service. vided with great fiscal responsibility. It should service to the constituents of the 8th Congres- I am grateful for Special Agent Lowery’s be noted that the state of the art $43-million sional District of Texas. service to our nation, and I wish him all the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center, Heather brought to my district offices her best on the occasion of his retirement. the largest municipally owned recreation cen- wealth of knowledge and experience from f ter in North America, was the crowning leading communities and helping small busi- UNBORN CHILD PAIN AWARENESS achievement of an impressive career. nesses, as mother of three children, a grand- ACT OF 2006 Our Nation will also feel the loss of Mayor mother, and devoted leader and volunteer of Guido’s leadership as he was the 64th Presi- many volunteer efforts in The Woodlands, SPEECH OF dent of the U.S. Conference of Mayors. I am Montgomery County and north Houston area. glad that mayors around the nation had the For the past nine years Heather has man- HON. NITA M. LOWEY opportunity to witness the passion he had for aged an extensive district staff, day to day op- OF NEW YORK the people he served, and the competence he erations of three offices, and served as direct IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES exhibited in carrying out his duties. I know he extension of myself throughout the community. Wednesday, December 6, 2006 was very proud to be a member, and serve as Heather always manages to find a personal President, of this fine organization. connection with each of our constituents and Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposi- It is with great sadness that we say good- the challenges they face. tion to this inflammatory and misleading piece bye to our ‘‘friendly Mayor.’’ The prosperous Extremely hard-working, painstakingly fair, of legislation. years he stood at the helm of Dearborn will re- exceedingly knowledgeable—these are quali- The bill before us requires that women main his enduring legacy, but he will also al- ties Heather has not only honed, but also put seeking abortions be given a brochure written ways be remembered for his sense of humor, at the disposal of constituents. She is gracious by Congress regarding the capability of a de- vigor for life, passionate leadership and char- at all times and simply a class act. veloping fetus to feel pain. It requires physi- ismatic demeanor. Michael Guido wasn’t a Heather’s retirement comes at a time when cians to provide this script to their patients man who bragged about the great things he she and her husband Gary are the proud even if the doctor does not believe it to be ac- did, he just went out and did them. Dearborn grandparents of nine grandchildren. I know her curate or in the patient’s best interest. will miss its Mayor and I will miss a friend and family is eager to have more of her time. The text of this brochure was not written by a wonderful partner. I ask that all of my col- In the years I have worked with Heather, I or in consultation with the nation’s leading leagues join me in remembering the life of this have come to know a civic minded leader and physicians. In fact, the sponsor’s attempt to wonderful man, and extend our condolences a woman of broad and varied interests which impose his values on every woman seeking to his wife Kari, and sons Michael and An- I hope she will pursue in the time afforded by an abortion in this country is opposed by thony. retirement. many physician organizations, including the

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.070 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS E2204 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 American College of Obstetricians and Gyne- many questions about this bill. Why is it nec- First, this bill is being introduced as a con- cologists, the American Academy of Physician essary for this legislation to become law? If sensus position of the majority of stakeholders Assistants, the American Public Health Asso- the United States is already attending these who have testified before the House Energy ciation, and the National Association of Nurse meetings, isn’t that enough—why do we need and Commerce Subcommittee on Environment Practitioners. to move on this bill? What does being a full and Hazardous Materials that they want the This bill is one last attempt in this Congress partner mean to these agreements and what United States to pass implementing legislation. to use the emotional, complicated subject of does it give the United States Government Second, this legislation is different from H.R. abortion as a cloak for what the sponsors of and its people in terms of rights and opportu- 4591, as introduced, because it represents a this bill consistently do: manipulate medical nities that we do not already have? These are good-faith compromise among Members of practice and scientific research to conform to all good questions, but persistent repetition of Congress who actively sought to sit down with their own beliefs and moral agenda. these inquiries shows a fatal misunderstanding me and work out mutually acceptable provi- And when science doesn’t support their of these agreements and exactly why it is in sions. I have always been willing to work with rhetoric, instead of opening their minds and the interest of the United States to become a any Member of Congress on compromise pro- acting from a place of compassion, they attack party with ‘‘full’’ rights under these accords. visions despite the fact that some Members’ physicians who disagree with them, demonize At a minimum, the failure of Congress to delay in getting back to me on whether they women and families who make the decision pass implementing legislation—thus securing wanted to work out a compromise made en- about abortion, and deny evidence-based Senate ratification of these treaties—leaves actment of this legislation nearly impossible. medicine. the United States Government in the position Finally, this legislation is a collaborative work It is just this kind of extreme interference in of defending its interests and sharing its ex- of elected officials with input from others. Americans’ lives and their medical care that pertise only when other countries welcome it, Some people think that this kind of legislation voters around the nation rejected—deci- not when we wish and need, for our own na- needs to be delegated to interest groups to sively—on Election Day. tional purposes, to offer it. The U.S. Environ- forge. Not only am I dubious about punting our Americans look to us to examine issues mental Protection Agency has testified before constitutional responsibility to legislate to thoroughly and with great care, befitting the the House Energy and Commerce Sub- unelected persons, but history has shown that high honor it is to serve in this body. Passing committee on Environment and Hazardous the same people who have called for a con- this bill won’t do a single thing to advance the Materials that it has been forced to wait long sensus stakeholder process have twice killed cause we should all share: to create a coun- periods of time to be recognized because the the resulting bills. try, a society and a culture where every preg- leaders of the treaty-related meetings did not Regarding the specifics of this bill: nancy is intended and every child is wanted, consider our delegation important enough to First, this bill is a targeted legislative fix that prepared for and cherished. be recognized sooner. This situation presents fills the existing legal gaps and only does what Congress has no right to legislate how doc- a radical departure from the leadership role is important for us to become a full partner in tors care for their patients, to substitute ide- our country took in building the consensus for these agreements. It does not repeal any part ology for scientific evidence, or to penalize these pacts to exist. Our delegations should of Federal environmental law, but rather adds physicians for legal and responsible patient not be welcomed at the receptions for these a new section to the Toxic Substances Control care. international meetings, but barred from being Act to ban the manufacture, processing, dis- I urge my colleagues to reject this bill and integral players in the technological discus- tribution in commerce, use, and disposal of this approach to an issue that’s difficult for sions and final decision-making processes in agreed upon POPs and LRTAP POPs chem- many of us. There is another way and, I would these treaties. Failure to support this legisla- ical substances and mixtures. This new sec- suggest, a better way to help the families of tion is a clear signal that Congress misunder- tion also grants separate, new authority for the this country have healthy pregnancies and stands the sophistication of our nation’s chem- United States to enact new regulations for fu- strong families. ical knowledge base and regulatory experi- ture additions of POPs chemical substances f ence and instead wishes the United States to or mixtures to the Stockholm Convention or cede its traditional leadership role in inter- LRTAP POPs Protocol. Because there has THE INTRODUCTION OF COM- national toxic chemicals management. been concern from a number of persons about PROMISE LEGISLATION TO Mr. Speaker, in 2001 the Bush administra- the difficulty existing TSCA provisions present FULLY IMPLEMENT THE LEGAL tion pledged the commitment of the United in the way of regulating existing chemicals, OBLIGATIONS OF THE UNITED States of America to join the Stockholm Con- this bill creates a distinct and different process STATES OF AMERICA UNDER vention on Persistent Organic Pollutants. That within TSCA that couples similarly rigorous THE STOCKHOLM CONVENTION date marked the culmination of 10 years of bi- and sound scientific analyses, but with a more ON PERSISTENT ORGANIC POL- partisan cooperation and leadership con- deferential regulatory standard and the elimi- LUTANTS, POPs, THE ROT- cerning global protection of the environment nation of procedural hurdles that many argue TERDAM CONVENTION ON PRIOR and public health. These efforts included not have hindered EPA from taking action regard- INFORMED CONSENT, PIC, AND just POPs, but the Aarhus Protocol on Long ing chemical protection. This is not the TSCA THE AARHUS POPS PROTOCOL Range Transboundary Air Pollution, LRTAP, of overhaul that many critics of the chemical TO THE GENEVA CONVENTION POPs, and the Rotterdam Convention on Prior manufacturing world have wanted, but it is a ON LONG RANGE Informed Consent, PIC. These were not the solid middle ground that relies on science TRANSBOUNDARY AIR POLLU- triumphs of Republican or Democrat White rather than emotion to address these very in- TION, LRTAP Houses, they were the victories premised on sidious chemicals, while also keeping these the various needs and hopes of all Americans. treaties out of governing American manufac- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Sadly, the benefits of these agreements have turing processes and decisions. OF OHIO not been actualized because of the policy and In addition, while many political opponents IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES political agendas of the interested stake- of past POPs legislative efforts have argued holders as they relate to chemical manage- that the language in this legislation makes reg- Friday, December 8, 2006 ment. It is unacceptable that those private par- ulation of POPs more difficult and places prof- Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I am glad to ties that are subsets of the interests in our its of chemical companies over the protection join Chairman BARTON and Chairman BOEH- country, whether they are businesses or non- of human health, a reading of the plain lan- LERT in introducing H.R. lll, compromise, profits, have as much, if not more, input than guage of this legislation would prove how consensus legislation to fully implement the our own Government officials at these meet- wrong and intentionally inflammatory they are legal obligations of the United States of Amer- ings. We must put these matters behind us to insist on this interpretation. Specifically, this ica under the Stockholm, or POPs, Conven- and focus solely on making the U.S. a full legislation sets its regulatory standard at ‘‘pro- tion; the Rotterdam, or PIC, Convention; and partner. tecting human health and the environment’’ the Aarhus POPs Protocol to the Geneva Before I go into the specifics of this legisla- and intends that while exercising this legal au- LRTAP Convention. This is solid public policy tion and address some of its broader themes, thority, the EPA Administrator, in choosing the that I urge my colleagues to support because I want to briefly further explain why this legis- means to provide that protection, is to balance it reasonably implements the POPs and PIC lation is being introduced and why it is dif- costs and benefits. In other words, costs and Conventions and the LRTAP Protocol. ferent from my bill, H.R. 4591, which also benefits are to be taken into consideration in Over the past 4 years, and even as recently would totally implement and make the United determining how to regulate a substance, not as a few months ago, I have heard people ask States a full partner in these agreements. whether to regulate a substance.

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It is our obligation to pass the best gations under these agreements through their ronmental law, the sponsors of this bill and I legislation that will serve our country and its own enactments and the State Department recognize that implementation legislation for interests under every leader; this bill does has written to me that we should not allow that these international agreements is a distinct that. to happen. Finally, to clarify concerns raised context in which to amend U.S. law. Recog- Third, the public should be fully informed about potential pre-emotion possibilities in the nizing that the underlying statutes being about actions being taken under these agree- face of long-standing State Department prac- amended address the very broad and powerful ments and Congress should be informed when tice—that the United States not agree to new reach of the Federal Government into U.S. conflicts with existing environmental statutes treaty obligations unless our country has the manufacturing, this legislation is solely in- occur. Neither the public nor Congress should legal authorities in place to comply with those tended to allow the United States to be able be prevented from providing input to our Gov- obligations, section 6(e) of this legislation pro- to participate fully in these agreements to the ernment about structures that are going to af- vides that any Federal pre-emption of State extent that it wishes. The sponsors and I do fect our lives simply because it is inconven- laws cannot occur unless a rule or order im- not intend for the regulatory standards outlined ient. History will show that cooperation be- plementing our obligation has been issued in this bill, whether singularly or as a package, tween parties has allowed our treaties to func- under this act and has gone final or become to be a blanket precedent for other environ- tion more successfully than when either Con- effective. Concurrently, section 2 of this bill re- mental legislation. Future Congresses should gress or the public is cut out. This contains quires, in new TSCA section 506, that no reg- be very careful in assessing the environ- public notice and comment throughout the en- ulation issued under this authority can become mental, public health, and other social and tire treaty process, including the regulation of effective unless the United States consents to economic needs of the country before copying chemicals as part or our country’s desire to be bound to a treaty obligation regarding that this standard because of the unique cir- ‘‘opt-in.’’ chemical substance or mixture. cumstances and purposes to which this legis- Fourth, this legislation preserves the existing lation is tied. public petition process under the Administra- Seventh, and finally, while this legislation is Second, consistent with the structures and tive Procedure Act and provides certainty to all careful to ensure that only U.S. officials are rules of the POPs Convention, this legislation, Americans as to what rights and obligations the drivers of decisions affecting our Nation places U.S. officials, laws, and standards—not they would have. We must not forget that we and its citizens—a feature expressly guaran- those of an unelected and unaccountable have both a mature chemical industry and a teed by these treaties—I also want to point out international body—in charge of determining well-established set of legal rights and respon- that this legislation also recognizes the global what specific control measures the United sibilities that are the envy of most countries. nature of this treaty and the important con- States should take. Treaties—just like allies— This bill draws on—not adds to—the well- tributions that other countries may make to in- change and it is hard to predict their future. As founded petition processes in all environ- form our decisions. Section 2 of this legislation the newly elected vice president of the NATO mental laws and maintains—unamended—the establishes a new TSCA section 503(e)(2)(B) Parliamentary Assembly, I see countries use current Federal-State dynamic in all environ- that allows the EPA Administrator to use inter- environmental and safety laws as non-tariff mental laws. Most importantly, nothing in this nationally generated information or scientific trade barriers. In fact, we need not look any bill affects any other environmental statute, or studies, so long as they meet the scientific further than the World Trade Organization State delegated programs under those other soundness and objectivity criteria in this legis- case involving Genetically Modified Orga- statutes, or any other environmental board lation, in assessing the statutory consider- nisms, or GMO, crops for an example of how constituted outside of TSCA. ations regarding the domestic regulation of a the European Union tried to use its laws to bar Fifth, sound, objective, peer-reviewed new POPs or LRTAP POPs chemical sub- market access for our farmers. I believe it is science should be at the core of any decisions stance or mixture. reasonable to suggest that in the same way made by the United States under these trea- Furthermore, new TSCA section that environmental and labor groups argued ties. I believe we need to focus our finite re- 503(e)(2)(v) of section 2, requires domestic that added environment and labor consider- sources on the most pressing problems, not consideration of ‘‘national and international ations must not be divorced from trade agree- disproportionately or fully on every problem we consequences that are likely to arise as a re- ments, such as NAFTA and GATT, you also face without regard to context. Currently, an sult of domestic regulatory action (including cannot ignore that economic and labor issues assessment of ‘‘risks and effects’’ is called for the possible consequences of using alternative need to play a role when countries enact envi- in other environmental statutes and is not un- products or processes).’’ In doing so, this pro- ronmental laws. precedented. A minority of stakeholders in this country In addition, the legislation being introduced vision’s use of the word ‘‘consequences’’ is are unhappy with the chemicals policy of the today amends a provision contained in section not meant to automatically imply negative con- present administration and support using a 2 of H.R. 4591 that created a new TSCA sec- notations, but rather that the EPA Adminis- legal standard in this country that flows tion 503(e)(4) that relied on a determination by trator is to look at the national and inter- straight from these treaties and has the control the EPA Administrator of the ‘‘weight of the national positive and negative benefits that measures also directed by the international evidence’’ when making a regulatory deter- would flow from domestic regulatory action. treaty parties, not the United States. This type mination regarding restrictions on newly added That being said, the inclusion of this provision of effort not only removes the executive POPs chemicals. It requires the EPA Adminis- is in no way meant to give new legal rights or branch from involvement—the State Depart- trator to use sound and objective scientific standing to foreign-based entities in U.S. ment has testified in opposition to this type of practices, the best available science, and to courts regarding U.S. domestic regulatory ac- regime—but also the legislative branch from describe in the rulemaking record the quality tions under this legislation or the international the process of considering the impact on U.S. of the scientific information on which the Ad- environmental accords that this legislation im- interests and laws. Ultimately, in this con- ministrator based a decision to take action plements. struct, the judicial branch becomes the sole against a POPs or LRATP POPs chemical Mr. Speaker, this legislation is a true com- arbiter of rights and interpreter of obligations substance or mixture. promise that represents the middle ground on under these agreements—a place the framers Sixth, this legislation alters no existing rights treaty implementation legislation and a place of the U.S. Constitution never intended. In ad- and responsibilities of the States under Fed- where most Americans believe our policy dition, these same persons want to use a judi- eral chemicals laws. First, every right, obliga- should be. If the United States is to remain a cial review standard that merely ratifies rather tion, and opportunity of the States that exists leader in the global environmental debate it than questions the regulatory decisions of the under TSCA are still available to the States. must have legislation that fully implements executive branch. This circular argument on Some, including several Democrat State attor- these treaties. The time has come for us to their part not only diminishes judicial review— neys general who were up for reelection, have make a difference in global environmental pro- which their proposals pose as the supreme argued that States would be precluded from tection from the most toxic of chemical sub- avenue to set and resolve policy—but further legislating or litigating around the Federal stances and mixtures. I urge Congress to pass reinforces a desire to have U.S. environmental Government in a way that they can do now. this legislation as soon as is practicable and and manufacturing policy set in foreign cap- Nothing could be further from the truth. Sec- make a strong statement of our national re- itals. The legislation I am introducing today ond, even if one were to accept the argument solve to tackle these matters rather than place rightfully recognizes that these agreements will that States should be able to act any way they mere words behind our commitments.

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OBLIGATIONS OF THE UNITED needs to be regulated ‘‘to protect human This legislation represents an enormous ef- STATES OF AMERICA UNDER health and the environment.’’ Then, sepa- fort that started in the Energy and Commerce THE STOCKHOLM CONVENTION rately, it needs to determine precisely how to Committee over 2 years ago to bring the ON PERSISTENT ORGANIC POL- regulate that substance—i.e, the ‘‘manner’’ of LUTANTS, POPS, THE ROT- regulation’’—taking into account ‘‘social, envi- United States into compliance with 3 multilat- TERDAM CONVENTION ON PRIOR ronmental and economic costs and benefits.’’ eral chemical agreements that have already INFORMED CONSENT, PIC, AND I want to say this directly here to clarify lan- gone into effect. It is vitally important that the THE AARHUS POPS PROTOCOL guage that was intended to make the same United States be full-fledged participants at TO THE GENEVA CONVENTION point in the Committee report that was filed on these Conventions and this legislation, along ON LONG RANGE H.R. 4591. with ratification by the Senate, enables us to TRANSBOUNDARY AIR POLLU- The sponsors also want to make clear that be a full and active party. More importantly, it TION, LRTAP the consideration described in the new section allows our country to contribute its vast data- 503(e)(2)(A)(v) of TSCA is meant to direct base of knowledge on chemical substances HON. SHERWOOD BOEHLERT EPA to consider, among other things, both the and mixtures as new chemicals are added to OF NEW YORK domestic and international benefits that would these agreements. Without implementing leg- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES flow from U.S. regulation of a substance. islation, the United States government partici- Now let me turn to two important differences Friday, December 8, 2006 pates at a level akin to that of an NGO: per- between this bill and H.R. 4591. First, we mitted as ‘‘outside lobbyists,’’ but not permitted Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased have entirely rewritten the new section to vote on important decisions where our ex- to join Mr. BARTON and Mr. GILLMOR in intro- 503(e)(4) of TSCA to clarify its intent, to drop pertise and scientific knowledge will be critical. ducing this compromise version of treaty im- the controversial and contested notion of plementation legislation, which reflects many ‘‘weight of the evidence,’’ and to remove any How is this bill different from H.R. 4591, the long hours of serious negotiation between our implication that that paragraph was creating a bill that was reported favorably by the Energy staffs. new legal or scientific standard of review. Lan- and Commerce Committee on Wednesday, I entered into those negotiations because I guage in the committee report on paragraph July 12, 2006? While both bills give full, legal believe it is important for the U.S. to be a (4) does not apply to this bill. consideration to costs and benefits through a party to these important treaties to help pro- The paragraph (4) in this bill is designed pri- strong and transparent rulemaking procedure tect the global environment. This is a view marily to ensure transparency by requiring characterized by rigorous scientific analysis, shared by both the environmental community EPA to describe the information that was used the consensus bill eliminates the requirement and the chemical industry. The U.S. ought to in its decision-making and the quality of the in- to utilize a ‘‘weight of the evidence’’ approach maintain its traditional leadership role in this formation on which the agency based its deci- in assessing risks and effects. area, first, to protect our own national interests sion. This bill also clarifies concerns raised about and to protect our citizens from hazardous pol- Second, this bill clarifies when State pre- potential state preemption possibilities. In ac- lutants that circulate globally, but also to im- emption occurs. Section 6(e) now makes clear prove health and the environment around the that no State preemption occurs unless and cord with long-standing U.S. practice to not world. until a regulation that has been promulgated agree to new treaty obligations unless our The bill we are introducing today is a gen- under the new section 503 of TSCA has gone country has the legal authorities in place to uine compromise. It’s not what I would write if into effect. No action short of that and no ac- comply with those obligations, section 6(e) of I were drafting a bill alone, and it reflects tion under any statute other than TSCA can this legislation provides that any Federal pre- movement by Mr. BARTON and Mr. GILLMOR trigger preemption under this bill. emption of state laws cannot occur unless a away from their original vehicle, H.R. 4591. No I greatly appreciate the openness the En- rule or order implementing our obligation has doubt further improvements could be made to ergy and Commerce Committee has dem- been issued under this Act and has gone final it, but it should serve as a marker to show the onstrated during the negotiations on this bill or become effective. Additionally, section 2 of way in the next Congress. This bill should and the courtesy they have extended to me this bill provides that no regulation issued demonstrate that it is possible to write worthy and my staff. I hope this bill paves the way to under this authority may become effective un- implementation language without opening the U.S. full participation in the important treaties less the United States consents to be bound ‘‘can of worms’’ involved in rewriting all of the covered by this bill. to a treaty obligation regarding that chemical Toxic Substances Control Act, TSCA. But the f substance or mixture. This modification will regulatory mechanisms created by this bill end the misguided criticism of H.R. 4591 on should not be seen as a precedent for other THE INTRODUCTION OF CON- preemption issues, while preserving and codi- environmental statutes. SENSUS LEGISLATION TO IMPLE- fying State Department practice. Let me make one more general point before MENT THE LEGAL OBLIGATIONS getting into the interpretation of specific sec- OF THE UNITED STATES OF Mr. Speaker, this legislation does not rep- tions: I am cosponsoring this bill because I be- AMERICA UNDER THE STOCK- resent an overhaul to the Toxic Substances lieve it will enable and facilitate the regulation HOLM CONVENTION ON PER- Control Act, which could take years to debate. of pollutants, not stymie that regulation. Quite SISTENT ORGANIC POLLUTANTS Instead it represents a broad consensus to properly under this bill, the U.S. cannot be (POPS), THE ROTTERDAM CON- enact the limited legislative fixes to bring the forced to regulate a chemical by any inter- VENTION ON PRIOR INFORMED United States into full compliance with its obli- national body. But the bill should pave the way CONSENT (PIC), AND THE gations under these agreements, and author- for the U.S. to regulate additional dangerous AARHUS POPS PROTOCOL TO izes discretion to the Environmental Protection pollutants. If the processes set out in this bill THE GENEVA CONVENTION ON Agency to regulate additional chemicals that are used primarily as barriers to regulation, LONG RANGE TRANSBOUNDARY combines a deferential regulatory standard then that will mean that the bill is being mis- AIR POLLUTION (LRTAP) with rigorous and practical sound scientific interpreted or abused. The bill does require analysis. As decisions are currently being thoughtful and thorough analysis, but that is HON. JOE BARTON made that affect American interests, the legis- not intended to prevent any regulation from OF TEXAS lation represents the responsible thing to do moving forward. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and I would urge our colleagues in both bod- With that general precept in mind, let me ies to pass it as soon as practicable. focus on the important language in the new Friday, December 8, 2006 section 503(e)(1) of TSCA. The language calls Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I am Mr. Speaker, on a personal note it’s my for regulation ‘‘to the extent necessary to pro- glad to join Chairman GILLMOR and Chairman pleasure to offer our colleague from New tect human health and the environment in a BOEHLERT in introducing H.R. lll, con- York, Mr. BOEHLERT, my best wishes as he manner that achieves a reasonable balance of sensus legislation to implement the legal obli- leaves this body to pursue new endeavors. social, environmental, and economic costs and gations of the United States of America under His collaboration on this bill, and others, has benefits.’’ There are two distinct ideas and the Stockholm, or POPs, Convention; the Rot- had a real impact.

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TRIBUTE TO DAVID HERMANCE My colleague, CHRIS CHOCOLA, fought each the Abington Police Department for their serv- and every day for the American people. He ice, dedication, sacrifice and accomplishment. HON. DARRELL E. ISSA worked diligently on behalf of American values I look forward to continuing our work together OF CALIFORNIA and used his business knowledge to help and ensuring another 100 years of success, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES keep and create jobs in the United States. He safety, and security for all Abington residents. Friday, December 8, 2006 is a true patriot. f And finally, my good friend, MELISSA HART, Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker I rise today in re- with her bright smile and tremendous energy, PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE LAKE membrance of a talented Californian, David she worked tirelessly on behalf of her district. ORION REVIEW Hermance, who passed away on November She fought each day for the conservative 25, 2006 at the age of 59. David was both an cause and she will be sorely missed. I look HON. MIKE ROGERS innovator of technology and an admired friend forward to seeing her again in Congress. OF MICHIGAN of the environment. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Although best known for his recent work with hybrids, David championed advanced- CELEBRATING THE ABINGTON Friday, December 8, 2006 technology vehicles throughout his four dec- TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPART- Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I ades in the auto industry. After 26 years of MENT’S CENTENNIAL ANNIVER- rise to honor the accomplishments of the Lake dedicated service to General Motors, David SARY Orion Review newspaper on the occasion of joined Toyota in 1991 to become the North its 125th anniversary of service to the Oakland American Executive Engineer for Advanced HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ County community of Lake Orion, Michigan. Technology Vehicles. OF PENNSYLVANIA The Lake Orion Review is also the oldest sur- Through his dedicated work, he became IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES viving business in Lake Orion. known as the ‘‘father of the American Prius.’’ The Review was established on December Friday, December 8, 2006 His efforts have educated Americans and 24, 1881, known simply as the Orion Review Congress alike on the enormous potential of Ms. SCHWARTZ of Pennsylvania. Mr. with the original slogan: ‘‘Independent in Ev- advanced technology vehicles, such as hy- Speaker, I rise today to honor and congratu- erything—Neutral in Nothing.’’ brids. David’s unique ability to explain the late the Abington Township Police Department At that time, the community was home to inner workings of complex technologies to all on an important milestone—its 100th anniver- only 400 citizens. Today, the Review cir- audiences made him the most respected sary. Since 1906, the officers of Abington Po- culates to about 35,000 readers and the com- American voice on hybrid technology. Today, lice Department have proudly served and pro- munity continues to grow and prosper, with consumers and environmentalists alike laud tected our community, and I am honored to numerous new businesses and families calling the products he has advocated for years. represent them in Congress. Lake Orion home. On this day, Congress should remember Beginning with only four patrolmen and a The weekly newspaper was originally pub- David Hermance’s vision for a better tomor- handful of bicycles, the Abington Police De- lished by John Neal, Joseph Patterson and row. May God bring peace to David’s family, partment has blossomed into a modern, di- Frank Sutton, in the rear of Lou Warner’s friends, and colleagues during this difficult verse and professional police agency. Under store on North Broadway Street. When hard time. the leadership of Chief William J. Kelly, the times hit during the Great Depression, the f Department now counts 163 law enforcement newspaper’s demise seemed written on the TRIBUTE TO MY COLLEAGUES OF professionals, including an undercover drug in- wall. THE 109TH CONGRESS vestigation unit and SWAT team in its ranks. Apparently someone erased the premature Over the last century, the Department ac- obituary, because today the Lake Orion Re- complished many significant achievements. In view, published by Sherman Publications, is HON. TODD TIAHRT 1906, it established the first fingerprint labora- regarded as a beacon and trusted friend of the OF KANSAS tory in the region. Later that year, it used this community. The Review has received multiple IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES facility to close the first criminal case in Penn- honors from the Michigan Press Association Friday, December 8, 2006 sylvania using only fingerprint evidence. Ten over the years, and enjoys a positive relation- Mr. TIAHRT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to years later, the Department traded in its bicy- ship with its readers and local news sources. offer a tribute to my colleagues. In the waning cles and horses to become the first fully-mo- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me days of the 109th Congress, it is a time of re- torized police department in the United in honoring the Lake Orion Review on its flection and reminiscing. We will miss our col- States—an achievement that was motivated 125th anniversary and congratulating the staff leagues, who will not be returning in January by the need to patrol a region that was origi- for its continuing dedication to integrity, fair- as Members of the 110th. nally very rural, but is now a fully-developed ness and balanced news coverage for the I have many fond memories of the heady suburban community. community and its people. They are truly de- early days of the 104th Congress. My col- In recent years, Abington became the first serving of our respect and admiration. leagues GIL GUTKNECHT, J.D. HAYWORTH, and police department to achieve statewide ac- f JOHN HOSTETTLER helped keep the spirit of creditation from the Pennsylvania Law En- 1994 alive, and I will never forget their stead- forcement Accreditation Commission and one HONORING THE MEMORY OF fast commitment to serve and, above all, their of three municipal police departments in Penn- MAUREEN KEATING TSUCHIYA friendship. sylvania to achieve international accreditation I have enjoyed working with my colleague from the Commission on Accreditation for Law HON. NITA M. LOWEY ERNEST ISTOOK on the House Appropriations Enforcement Agencies (CALEA). The Abington OF NEW YORK Committee. He is a good friend and I admire Police Department’s record of excellence has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been recognized by its peers, who have paid his hard work on behalf of American families. Friday, December 8, 2006 Other fellow colleagues on the House Ap- tribute to many of its law enforcement initia- propriations Committee are ANNE NORTHRUP tives and appointed it to serve on a number of Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and CHARLES TAYLOR. I had the opportunity to regional taskforces. honor the legacy of my constituent and good spend a lot of time with these fine Members While successfully fulfilling its mission to friend Maureen Keating Tsuchiya of and their absence will be felt throughout the serve and protect, the Department has also Chappaqua, NY, an extraordinary community halls of Congress. successfully established strong community activist and advocate for the disabled. MARK GREEN and BOB BEAUPREZ worked ties. It has partnered with Abington residents Maureen was born in Atkinson, Nebraska, hard for their constituents each and every day. to implement innovative programs like the second of eight children of John and Dolo- Their dedication to the constituents they rep- D.A.R.E, the Police Athletic League, Kids in res Keating. As a toddler, she survived a se- resented was unparalleled. Safety Seats, and Town Watch—dem- vere strain of polio. Her lifelong disability, SUE KELLY, NANCY JOHNSON, and ROB SIM- onstrating its commitment to building a strong which worsened over time, was a focus of her MONS have each played an important role in community that is free of crime, violence, and advocacy efforts on behalf of persons with supporting our Republican principles. They substance abuse. physical challenges. With each cause she have served their districts impeccably and will Mr. Speaker, once again I congratulate championed, she used an unstoppable blend be missed. Chief Kelly and all of the men and women of of passion, energy, dignity, perseverance,

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This process must begin with disabilities could cross the streets safely. about Jack’s generosity. Having given his honesty and accountability. Later, she worked tirelessly for the passage of time, money, and energy to so many worthy Leading up to our invasion of Iraq, the the Americans with Disabilities Act and at- causes it is not surprising for Jack to have American people supported this Administra- tended the signing ceremony at the White celebrated his 90th birthday with so large and tion’s actions because they believed in our House. charitable a gift. The community is fortunate President. They believed he was acting in After living in New York City and Tokyo, indeed to have so generous a benefactor. good faith. They believed that American laws Maureen, her husband Takashi, and their Jack has spent his life serving and enriching and American values would be respected. daughter Hannah moved to Chappaqua in the community, and his latest gift only further That in the weightiness of everything being 1997. She quickly became involved in civic reinforces this legacy. considered, two values were rock solid—trust and political organizations, often accompanied Mr. Speaker, as we adjourn today, let us do and truth. by her young daughter to whom she was to- so in appreciation of the benevolence of this From mushroom clouds to African yellow tally devoted. Maureen Keating Tsuchiya fine man and my friend—Jack Finney. cake to aluminum tubes, the American people worked with Westchester Disabled on the f and this Congress were not presented the Move on a voting rights lawsuit by testing poll- facts, but rather were presented a string of ing places for their accessibility. She also TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE MI- untruths, to justify the invasion of Iraq. spearheaded an effort to increase access to CHAEL G. OXLEY UPON HIS RE- President Bush, along with Vice President the Chappaqua train station. TIREMENT FROM THE U.S. CHENEY and then-National Security Advisor Maureen Keating Tsuchiya, although taken HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rice, portrayed to the Congress and to the from us and her valiant causes prematurely, American people that Iraq represented an im- SPEECH OF leaves a rich legacy of principled activism and minent threat, culminating with President involvement for all of us to emulate. HON. PATRICK T. McHENRY Bush’s claim that Iraq was six months away Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my colleagues to OF NORTH CAROLINA from developing a nuclear weapon. Having join me in offering condolences to her hus- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES used false fear to buy consent—the President band, her daughter, and her entire family. then took our country to war. Thursday, December 7, 2006 f This has grave consequences for the health Mr. MCHENRY. Madam Speaker, Congress- of our democracy, for our standing with our al- HONORING JACK FINNEY man MIKE OXLEY served the 4th district of lies, and most of all, for the lives of our men Ohio for 25 years with great distinction. Much and women in the military and their families— HON. RALPH M. HALL can be said about a man who dedicates him- who have been asked to make sacrifices—in- OF TEXAS self to the People’s House for a quarter-cen- cluding the ultimate sacrifice—to keep us safe. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tury. Perhaps the most telling example of his Just as we expect our leaders to be truthful, magnetism and leadership can be seen in the we expect them to abide by the law and re- Friday, December 8, 2006 number of staff members who dedicated them- spect our courts and judges. Here again, the Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to selves to serving Mr. OXLEY during his distin- President failed the American people. honor my friend Jack Finney. Jack recently guished tenure. When President Bush signed an executive celebrated his 90th birthday by donating more The longstanding members of Mr. OXLEY’s order authorizing unlawful spying on American than $1 million to the Hunt Memorial Hospital staff—Jim Conzelman, Debi Deimling, Bonnie citizens, he circumvented the courts and the District Charitable Health Foundation. Jack’s Dunbar, Bob Foster, Phil Holloway, Tim John- law, and he violated the separation of powers generous donation will ultimately enhance the son, Kelly Kirk and Peggy Peterson—have provided by the Constitution. Once the pro- soon-to-be-built cancer center on the campus served the chairman a combined 250 years gram was revealed, he then tried to hide the of Presbyterian Hospital of Greenville. among them. This is an amazing feat, given scope of his offense from the American people Jack has a long history of making generous the fact that Capitol Hill is synonymous with by making contradictory, untrue statements. gifts to the community, having donated land, high turnover rates and the frequent shuffling President George W. Bush has failed to pre- money, and his time to a variety of institutions of staff members. I believe this speaks to the serve, protect, and defend the Constitution of such as Texas A&M University at College Sta- statesmanship MIKE OXLEY exhibited over his the United States; he has failed to ensure that tion, Audie Murphy/American Cotton Museum, congressional career. His colleagues—just like senior members of his administration do the Greenville YMCA, Greenville Chamber of his staffers—recognize his character, which in- same; and he has betrayed the trust of the Commerce, Paris Junior College, Texas A&M spires loyalty and perseverance. American people. University-Commerce, the Greenville schools f With a heavy heart and in the deepest spirit and many others. Other institutions that have of patriotism, I exercise my duty and responsi- benefited from his leadership include the local INTRODUCTION OF H. RES. 1106 bility to speak truthfully about what is before Rotary, Chamber of Commerce, and Board of us. To shy away from this responsibility would Development as well as Texas A&M Univer- HON. CYNTHIA McKINNEY be easier. But I have not been one to travel sity, the Texas Baptist Foundation, and the OF GEORGIA the easy road. I believe in this country, and in U.S. Small Business Administration. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the power of our democracy. I feel the steely Jack’s efforts have led to multiple honors conviction of one who will not let the country Friday, December 8, 2006 from Texas A&M, including his selection as a I love descend into shame; for the fabric of Distinguished Alumnus and election to the Hall Ms. MCKINNEY. Mr. Speaker, I come before our democracy is at stake. of Honor of the A&M Corps of Cadets. Jack this body today as a proud American and as Some will call this a partisan vendetta, oth- has also been honored with Greenville’s ‘‘Wor- a servant of the American people, sworn to ers will say this is an unimportant distraction thy Citizen’’ Award, for which he donated uphold the Constitution of the United States. to the plans of the incoming Congress. But $50,000 establishing an endowment to main- Throughout my tenure, I’ve always tried to this is not about political gamesmanship. tain the annual award in perpetuity. speak the truth. It is that commitment that I am not willing to put any political party be- In appreciation of Jack’s latest gift, the Hos- brings me here today. fore my principles. pital District’s Board of Directors have decided We have a President who has misgoverned This, instead, is about beginning the long to name the new cancer center the Lou and and a Congress that has refused to hold him road back to regaining the high standards of Jack Finney Cancer Center in honor of Jack accountable. It is a grave situation and I be- truth and democracy upon which our great and his late wife, Lou House Finney. Lou and lieve the stakes for our country are high. country was founded. Jack were married for 68 years prior to her No American is above the law, and if we Mr. Speaker, under the standards set by the death in 2005. allow a President to violate, at the most basic United States Constitution, President Bush— During the reception honoring Jack’s gift, and fundamental level, the trust of the people along with Vice President CHENEY, and Sec- Mayor Tom Oliver of Greenville proclaimed and then continue to govern, without a proc- retary of State Rice—should be subject to the

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He was a natural leader in spirit, their ideas, their individuality, right, that they do not stand alone. the truest sense: warm, giving, thoughtful and their courage. We can maintain the and caring. He went well out of his way to blessings of our freedoms only because f assist family, friends and neighbors with ev- erything from the sweat of his brow to sound we have citizens like Hospitalman TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN MIKE Christopher A. Anderson who are will- SODREL advice that many commented held wisdom beyond his years. He was consistently ele- ing to fight to defend them for us. My vated to leadership positions by his actions. most sincere condolences go out to HON. STEVE BUYER This same thought process was at work Rick and Debra and the entire Ander- OF INDIANA when he chose to join the U.S. Navy. Chris son family for loss of their beloved son. comes from generations of Navy men and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women. I myself am retired Navy. The Navy f Friday, December 8, 2006 is, in general, an exciting career, however PAYING TRIBUTE TO MITCH FOX Mr. BUYER. Mr. Speaker, it has been an Christopher was not content to settle for anything less than being at the tip of the honor and privilege to serve with MIKE SODREL spear. He chose the career path of Hospital during his tenure in the U.S. House of Rep- HON. JON C. PORTER Corpsman (the Navy equivalent to a Medic in OF NEVADA resentatives. Plain spoken and determined, the other services). He requested the addi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MIKE spent his time in Congress working hard tional training of a Combat Medic, and to be for Indiana’s Ninth Congressional District. assigned to the front lines with the United Friday, December 8, 2006 MIKE’s success in the trucking industry was States Marine Corps. The Marine Corps does not have their own medical personnel, and Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to brilliantly translated into a multitude of valu- honor my good friend Mitch Fox for his out- able contributions during his tenure on the Navy Sailors fill that role on a voluntary basis. standing career and innovative contributions in Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. He was an ‘‘encourager’’, and ‘‘uplifter’’ broadcast and print journalism. His vast knowledge of transportation issues with a truly unique ability to empower oth- Mitch began his broadcasting career at served him well to promote needed for road- ers to rise to success they themselves did not KABC–TV Los Angeles as an intern and later way improvements and expansion throughout think possible. He attracted many, many apprenticed there as a cameraman. Less than the district and the Nation. close friends into his circle. These are fine young men and women, who I was proud to 2 years later in 1976, Mitch relocated to Las MIKE SODREL’s expertise and service was Vegas where he began his first on-air report- not limited to transportation, but extended to be introduced to and invite into my home. In August of 2005, Christopher joined the ing position with KTNV Channel 13. During his three other committees—befitting not only his Navy. While in Longmont awaiting his for- tenure in Las Vegas he has also served as a past experiences but the interests of Indiana— mal Navy school start date, he aggressively freelance writer for the Las Vegas Review- Agriculture, Science, and Small Business. pursued high visibility leadership positions Journal, the Las Vegas Sun, Newsweek and MIKE played a crucial role as a member of within his group of peers attached to the Nevada Magazine. each committee, using his keen insight to pro- Longmont Navy Recruiting Office. Chris was already a good athlete, but chose to compete Mitch began covering the Nevada State mote issues important to Indiana, such as re- Legislature in 1979 and currently produces a search and development projects, alternative with the Navy SEAL candidates for even greater athletic excellence. He additionally weekly series entitled ‘‘Capitol Issues’’ during energy sources such as E–85, and hosting excelled in his Navy-oriented academics, and Nevada’s biannual legislative session. He has two successful job fairs with me in Bloom- was ultimately promoted from E–l to E–3 be- also moderated several candidates’ debates, ington. fore ever leaving for the Recruit Training some of which air nationally on C–SPAN. Although his time in Congress was short, Center (Boot Camp). Mitch initiated collaboration with the Las MIKE SODREL’s imprint on the 20 counties Once at Boot Camp he again excelled in academics, athletics and leadership, com- Vegas Review-Journal where RJ readers were comprising the Ninth District will be felt for able to post candidate questions on the news- years to come. His heart and mind were al- pleting the program as the ‘‘Honor Grad- uate’’ the number one person in his class, as paper’s website for use during Channel 10’s ways in tune with the Hoosiers back home voted on by both his peers and the senior election debates and since 1996, he has and in concert with the welfare of this great staff. He then attended his actual Hospital brought KLVX and the NBC affiliate KVBC to- Nation that he had the great honor and re- Corpsman medical training, ‘‘A’’ School, fol- gether to produce prime-time election cov- sponsibility of representing. lowed by Advanced Combat Medical Train- erage. f ing, ‘‘C’’ School. Working with experienced combat veterans, he reaffirmed his desire to It was 1978 when Mitch embarked on his TRIBUTE TO CHRISTOPHER A. provide a critical service to those in harms long broadcast career in public television at ANDERSON way. He knew full well that he too would be KLVX Channel l0. He began as senior news at the forefront of the action. and public affairs producer and was later pro- HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE Christopher deployed to Iraq in September moted to news and public affairs manager in of this year. The moment his aircraft’s door November 1997. Five years later, in June OF COLORADO opened to the 120 degree heat, he knew this 2002, Mitch was further promoted as director IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES would be the start of his greatest challenge. He loved the people of this country, however of production services at KLVX where he su- Friday, December 8, 2006 he began to see immediate action, and was pervised the entire programming department, Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise with soon credited by senior medical staff for sav- including the oversight of 30 full-time and part- a very heavy heart and I wish to ask the Mem- ing the life of a Marine sergeant seriously time employees. In this position he has also bers in this Chamber to join me before we end wounded on patrol by an improvised explo- managed oversight of Channel l0 and Cox sive device (IED). Cable Channel 70 programming schedules. In the 109th session of Congress tonight in hon- Christopher earned the affectionate title of oring a fallen sailor from Longmont, Colorado. ‘‘Doc.’’ This title is only given to Navy Hos- July of 2005, Mitch became director of pro- This week, Hospitalman Christopher A. An- pital Corpsmen who have impressed their gramming at KLVX and has helped to ensure derson was killed in action while serving our U.S. Marine Corps counterparts with medical that the station remains well-versed in use of Nation in Iraq. He was a patriot that believed excellence under field combat conditions. His digital media such as video-on-demand, multi- strongly in the freedoms we enjoy here in colonel also credited him with the com- casting, podcasting and online streaming. America and he joined the Navy to help de- pliment, ‘‘The most squared away ‘Marine’ For 11 years Mitch produced the award-win- we have in this Unit.’’ ning documentary series called ‘‘Real to Reel’’ fend the rights of citizens in Iraq. Christopher gave his life in the defense of I have contacted his family, and they are his nation, his local community, his Marine and won an Emmy nomination in 1993 for a heartbroken about their loss, undoubtedly. brethren and his family. Christopher wanted documentary on nuclear waste. And now for They are to be admired for their courage and all his life to make a difference in this world nearly 20 years Mitch has been host and pro- continued dedication to America’s military and in his short 24 years accomplished more ducer of the popular public affairs talk show, forces who are fighting terrorists in the Middle than most will ever accomplish in a lifetime. ‘‘Nevada Week in Review’’ providing viewers East. As a mother of an enlisted sailor, my Mr. Speaker, we are so fortunate to with insightful debate, discussion, and analysis heart goes out to Christopher’s family. live in this great country where free- of the most important Nevada news stories of

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RON LEWIS to build bridges within the broadcast commu- of the Mississippi Chapter of the American As- OF KENTUCKY nity, but he has also helped lower the high sociation on Mental Deficiency, Board Member IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES school drop-out rate over the past 20 years by of the Association of Mental Health Adminis- Friday, December 8, 2006 assisting the Clark County School District in trators since 1987, and has served as Execu- developing distance learning programs for K– tive Director for the Mississippi Arts Fair for Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise 12 students. the Handicapped since 1980. today to pay tribute to Dr. Patrick McKiernan, Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to pay tribute Dr. Hendrix was selected as State Adminis- a remarkable public servant and advocate to my friend Mitch Fox for his longstanding trator of the Year, Herman C. Glazier Award from my home State of Kentucky. Dr. service and dedication to the public broad- Winner in 1990, recipient of the Agency Lead- McKiernan presently serves as Outreach Co- casting system and to the communities of Ne- ership Award of the National Association of ordinator to Homeless Veterans for the Ken- vada. I wish him the best in all of his future Superintendents of Public Residential Facilities tucky Department of Veteran Affairs. endeavors. for the Mentally Retarded in 1992, recipient of Tragically, more than 1,000 veterans will be sleeping on the streets of Kentucky tonight. f the Governor’s Stennis Award for Excellence in Government in 1994, and selected for Hon- Dr. McKiernan recognizes that there is some- HONORING ALBERT RANDEL orary Membership in Pi Alpha Alpha in 1997. thing fundamentally wrong when individuals HENDRIX Dr. Hendrix is also a member of the Honorary who once wore the uniform of the United Scholastic Organization of Phi Theta Kappa, States are forced by circumstances to live on HON. CHARLES W. ‘‘CHIP’’ PICKERING Phi Kappa Phi, and Phi Delta Kappa. the streets. Under his compassionate leader- ship, the Kentucky Department of Veteran Af- OF MISSISSIPPI Dr. Hendrix and his wife, Sandy, are the fairs continues to work to establish special as- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parents of 4 children, Jo Ellen Hendrix Town- sistance programs to help get veterans off the send, Sarah, Randel, and Sandra and the Friday, December 8, 2006 streets and into housing or treatment facilities. grandparents of Grace, Jessica and Jeffrey Mr. PICKERING. Mr. Speaker, an enduring Dr. McKiernan represents his agency on the Townsend. member of Mississippi’s healthcare community Kentucky Council on Homeless Policy, advis- For over 30 years, Dr. Hendrix has used his will soon be retiring from his position as Exec- ing the Governor and his staff on homeless- talent, knowledge, and skills to make Mis- utive Director of the Mississippi Department of ness and housing issues across the state. He sissippi a better place and enhance the care Mental Health. Dr. Albert Randel Hendrix has also represents Kentucky Department of Vet- of individuals with mental health concerns. We contributed decades of time, energy, and pas- eran Affairs at the annual conference of the thank him for his service and know that even sion into serving his community, State, and in- National Coalition for Homeless Veterans in after his retirement, he will continue to be a dividuals with mental heath needs. Mississippi Washington, DC, and the Homeless and pillar of his community and his State. will miss his service. Housing Coalition of Kentucky. Dr. Randy Hendrix is a native Mississippian, In addition to his current work and respon- born and educated in Panola County. He f sibilities, Dr. McKiernan is developing plans to served in our armed forces in Vietnam from TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE establish the Homeless Veterans Coordination 1969 to 1970. Following his Army discharge, LANE EVANS, MEMBER OF CON- Committee to provide additional guidance and Dr. Hendrix returned to Mississippi to com- GRESS support to help homeless veterans. plete graduate studies at the University of Mis- Dr. McKiernan’s colleagues, and countless sissippi, where he completed his Master’s De- SPEECH OF veterans touched by his exemplary work, note gree in 1971, and at the University of South- his unique ability to navigate bureaucracy and ern Mississippi, where he completed his doc- HON. SAM FARR successfully resolve casework with unusual toral degree in 1979. Dr. Hendrix has com- OF CALIFORNIA expedience. Recently, Dr. McKiernan inter- pleted the Executive Education Program at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vened in a case involving a veteran afflicted with esophageal cancer who nearly became Duke University, the Executive Development Thursday, December 7, 2006 Institute of the John C. Stennis Institute of homeless due to the financial challenges of Government at Mississippi State University, Mr. FARR. Madam Speaker, I rise to pay his illness. Because of his efforts, an Amer- and the Certified Public Managers Program. tribute to Congressman LANE EVANS, who is ican hero is receiving the care and assistance He began his professional career with the retiring after serving this institution honorably that he deserves. This is but one example in Department of Mental Health at Ellisville State for 24 years. a long career of helping others. School in 1971. In 1975, Dr. Hendrix was ap- As Ranking Member of the House Veterans’ It is my great honor to recognize Dr. Patrick pointed Director of the North Mississippi Re- Affairs Committee, Rep. EVANS has served not McKiernan today before my assembled col- gional Center in Oxford, Mississippi. At the only his 17th District constituents, but he has leagues in the U.S. House of Representatives. age of 28, he was the youngest director of a also been the voice for veterans nationwide. His leadership and service make him an out- major facility in the Nation. While in Oxford, he As a Marine and Vietnam veteran, Rep. EVANS standing American worthy of our collective was also a professor of Special Education and had a deep and abiding understanding of vet- honor and appreciation. an adjunct professor in Healthcare Administra- erans’ issues and a keen sense of the unique f tion at the University of Mississippi. In Novem- issues affecting Vietnam veterans, like Agent RECOGNIZING MARK CLEMONS ber of 1986, Dr. Hendrix assumed responsibil- Orange. He has been a tireless advocate for ities as Executive Director of the Mississippi improving veterans’ health care and benefits Department of Mental Health, the State’s larg- and was not afraid to challenge the Veterans HON. LYNN A. WESTMORELAND OF GEORGIA est agency. Dr. Hendrix is the longest serving Administration if he thought they were short- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Executive Director of Mental Health services in changing veterans’ programs, particularly VA the Nation and will be retiring soon. services for homeless veterans. Friday, December 8, 2006 During his career with the Department of He shone a bright light on the horrific prob- Mr. WESTMORELAND. Mr. Speaker, I rise Mental Health, Dr. Hendrix has served on lems of antipersonnel land mines and au- to recognize a business in my district that is many Boards and Commissions including thored the first law prohibiting the export of taking a positive step forward to assist families Chairman of the Mississippi Developmental landmines which ultimately led to the awarding and our troops overseas. Disabilities Council, member on the Gov- of the 1997 Nobel Peace Prize to the Inter- Mark Clemons operates the PakMail facility ernor’s Council on Aging, and is currently the national Campaign to Ban Land Mines. His in my district in Newnan, and he has taken up chairman and longest serving member of the legacy on landmines has saved countless a special project for our troops and their fami- mississippi Board of Rehabilitative Services, lives around the globe. lies overseas. Any time anyone wants to send past chairman and member of the State Inter- It is with a heavy heart that I bid farewell to a package to Iraq to a soldier, Mark makes agency Coordinating Council for Children and Rep. LANE EVANS, one of the most dedicated sure that they do not have to pay for it. Youth with Severe Emotional Problems, Mem- and principled public servants that I have ever Mark has taken it as a special project to en- ber of the Mississippi Disability Resource had the privilege to serve with. Semper Fi. sure our heroes overseas receive the care

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Driving these large companies out of Finally, I must mention all those staff mem- business, as some seem intent on doing by Mark sets an example that everyone should bers on the Senate side who responded so misinterpreting CERCLA, will devastate the follow—doing what they can to help and sup- well to the hard work of our House Staff. First, port our men and women. Everyone has a family farmers working closely with them. And, I must thank Gavin Young—who represents way they can help, and Mark has found that all have seen how an exaggerated interpreta- Chairman SPECTER on the Judiciary Com- way and is implementing it. tion of CERCLA liability can doom small busi- mittee—and his predecessor Matt McPhillips, Mr. Speaker, we are grateful for all of our nesses. Interpreting the law to include animal who just left last week to take up his FBI as- men and women, and those who ‘‘hold the manure creates liability for every farmer in the signment in Denver. These two proved every ropes’’ for them back home, and we are grate- country, big or small. bit as skillful in shepherding the bill in the last ful for Mark’s service. Mr. Speaker, for generations, animal ma- few weeks of maneuvering in that mysterious f nure has been used as a healthy, natural, or- ganic fertilizer. It is not waste, but a com- body we call the United States Senate. CERCLA modity that is bought, sold and bartered for in Also we thank Jeremy Mischler and Melissa small farming communities across America. Sundberg of the Senate Drug Caucus. They HON. RALPH M. HALL Partly because of the use of this organic fer- have worked long on behalf of Senator OF TEXAS tilizer, farmers have an outstanding track GRASSLEY to help us finally reach the elusive IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES record as environmental stewards. They do goal of passing this bill. not deserve to be treated like polluters or Friday, December 8, 2006 Jackie Parker of Senator LEVIN’s staff and criminals. H.R. 4341 will remedy this situation Reagan Taylor of Senator BIDEN’s staff have Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ex- and I look forward to returning to this issue in been working this issue for a long time, and press my regret that the 109th Congress was the 110th Congress. my staff have nothing but high praise for their unable to address an issue of importance to f team efforts. Roscoe Jones of Senator hard-working Americans across the country. LEAHY’s staff worked hard and in good faith in Some groups are misinterpreting the Com- H.R. 6344, OFFICE OF NATIONAL recent weeks with my staff to hammer out the prehensive Environmental Response Com- DRUG CONTROL POLICY REAU- last few wrinkles in the negotiations, and we pensation and Liability Act, also called THORIZATION ACT OF 2006 thank him for his efforts also. ‘‘CERCLA,’’ by seeking to apply Superfund li- SPEECH OF ability to traditional agriculture as it relates to I also want to salute John Mackey of the the use of animal manure as a fertilizer and HON. MARK E. SOUDER House International Relations Committee, Jan- soil conditioner. I was in Congress when OF INDIANA ice O’Connell of the Senate Foreign Relations CERCLA was passed, and I assure you that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee, and Tim Rieser of the Senate Ap- this is a misapplication of that law. Thursday, December 7, 2006 propriations Foreign Operations Sub- committee, who did so much in the drafting of Congress did not intend this law to apply to Mr. SOUDER. Madam Speaker, yesterday, the provisions to ensure that the Director of animal manure returned to the soil as a fer- before we passed H.R. 6344, I took the oppor- ONDCP carries out a study on the use of tilizer and did not intend this law to make tunity to thank the various members of the mycoherbicides as a way to kill off coca and every farm a hazardous waste site. House and Senate, without whom we could opium poppy plants in an environmentally safe This misuse of CERCLA attracted attention not have passed this important and long-over- manner. Their efforts may succeed where from the Energy and Commerce Committee’s due legislation. As a point of personal privi- thousands of tons of chemical spraying has Subcommittee on Environment and Hazardous lege, I want to take this opportunity to thank failed. Materials, which held a hearing in November the many staff members who worked so long 2005. That hearing prompted me to introduce and so hard for us. Among the private sector groups, we are a bipartisan bill, H.R. 4341, along with distin- First, I must thank the Staff director of our especially grateful to Sue Thau of the Commu- guished co-sponsors, to specifically clarify Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Pol- nity Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, Marcia CERCLA’s definition of ‘‘hazardous waste’’ to icy and Human Resources. Marc Wheat has Lee Taylor of the Partnership for a Drug-Free make clear that animal manure is not in- been with us for over three years, and he has America, and Ron Brooks of the National Nar- cluded. This became necessary because been relentless and energetic in pursuing this cotics Officers Associations Coalitions. From some have lost sight of CERCLA’s purpose. daunting project. There is no other staffer on the treatment, prevention and law enforcement CERCLA was designed to fund the cleanup of the House or Senate side who deserves more sides—respectively—they have been indispen- dangerous abandoned industrial sites and credit. sable partners in our efforts to enact this law. chemical landfills, such as the infamous Love Subcommittee counsel Dennis Kilcoyne, Additionally, I must thank Professor Charles Canal site in New York. It was not written to who joined our staff in February, has led the O’Keeffe of Virginia Commonwealth University, cover ongoing agricultural operations. negotiations with the Senate for months and who gave us such helpful guidance on provi- I am very proud that 191 of my House col- skillfully steered this legislation through the de- sions to allow doctors to treat more heroin ad- leagues have signed on as cosponsors of this mands and critiques of the many competing dicts who needs drugs like buprenorphine for bipartisan legislation. This level of support is a parties in Congress, the Administration and treatment. testament to the strength of our arguments private sector. It was a huge task requiring pa- Finally, I am particularly proud that this Act and the threat that a misapplication of tience, skill and diplomacy, without which the CERCLA poses to America’s farmers. H.R. to be signed by the President takes the first effort would not have succeeded. step to prevent what C. S. Lewis referred to 4341’s cosponsors represent all regions of this The bipartisan nature of this negotiation has as ‘‘the abolition of Man.’’ In the section au- great country. The common thread is a dedi- been an inspiration, and that is represented on thorizing the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency, it ex- cation to U.S. agriculture. the House side by Tony Haywood, counsel to plicitly bans from athletic competition anyone Critics of farming claim that CERCLA has the minority staff of the Government Reform who has been genetically modified for per- always applied to animal manure and should Committee, who has ably represented the in- formance enhancement. This technology of be broadly interpreted to fill gaps in the envi- terests of our ranking Subcommittee member, ‘‘gene-doping’’ is not yet viable in humans, but ronmental laws. But, CERCLA was never in- ELIJAH CUMMINGS. He has been a team player it is widely anticipated to be on the horizon. To tended to cover farming and agriculture, and it with our staff. specifically excludes the normal application of I cannot forget the role played by our former that end, it is critical to anticipate the problem fertilizers, such as animal manure. American Staff Director Chris Donesa—now with the and explicitly address it. farms already are subject to many federal and House Intelligence Committee—and our The protocol set by the U.S. Anti Doping state environmental laws. Applying CERCLA former Subcommittee counsel Nick Coleman. Agency, which follows the World Anti-Doping to manure expands it beyond anything its These men brought great insight and skill that Agency, is also the standard followed by the drafters imagined. Critics believe that by tar- has contributed much to this legislation. International Olympic Committee. These geting so-called ‘‘factory farms’’ their disregard And I would be remiss if I didn’t thank Susie standards state that ‘‘The non-therapeutic use for the law’s language is legitimate. Unfortu- Schulte of the Government Reform Committee of cells, genes, genetic elements, or of the

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The prohibition of gene-doping by Kokesh, the driver of the second truck, was cared for as their own and it can never be statute and further public dialogue is critical. I seriously injured. Kasey pulled Kokesh out of said that when you enter their home that you salute my House and Senate colleagues for the truck and performed life-saving medical at- did not feel love and happiness from the many their foresighted efforts in this regard. tention, putting a tourniquet on his wounded laughs and fellowships they have shared with f arm and leg. This medical care saved so many throughout the years. Some come to Kokesh’s life long enough for him to return them for advice. Others come to them for sup- TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN JOHN home and see his family. SGT Kokesh passed port. But all recognize that their marriage is HOSTETTLER away in February 2006 from other wounds one to admire—for it is built upon a foundation sustained that day. SSG Daniel Cuka, the of mutual respect, truth, love, admiration, HON. STEVE BUYER truck commander in the third truck, was also laughter and faith in God. OF INDIANA killed from the explosion. SPC Corey Briest, Mr. Speaker, it is indeed an honor to cele- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the gunner in the third truck, was wounded. brate Michael and Valorie today as they pre- Private First Class Kasey M. Feauto, of pare to celebrate their anniversary of 25 Friday, December 8, 2006 Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, 147th Field Artil- years. I wish them all the best this year and Mr. BUYER. Mr. Speaker, for 12 years, lery was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for hope they are able to celebrate another twen- JOHN HOSTETTLER served the people of south- exceptionally meritorious heroism in support of ty-five. west and west central Indiana with an abiding Operation Iraqi Freedom and the life-saving f faith and determination to do that which is aide he performed on SGT Allen Kokesh. His BELARUS DEMOCRACY right. Defeating an incumbent in 1994, he car- exemplary selfless service and outstanding REAUTHORIZATION ACT OF 2006 ried with him to Congress his steadfast belief dedication to duty during combat operations in that this nation must ever stray from the Con- Iraq contributed to the overwhelming success SPEECH OF stitution for its governing principles. of the Command’s mission. His actions are in Holding to his convictions, JOHN served with keeping with the finest traditions of military HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH distinction on both the House Armed Services service and reflect great credit upon himself OF NEW JERSEY and Judiciary Committees. His ideological val- and the United States Army. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ues guided him through difficult decisions. Through this entire trauma Kasey has main- Thursday, December 7, 2006 From legislation on gun control, to abortion tained his heart and sense of humor and his Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I and fiscal restraint, JOHN never wavered from ability to be there for his family and friends in strongly urge passage of H.R. 5948, the his convictions. His principled leadership and their time of need. He maintains that the real Belarus Democracy Reauthorization Act of dedication to service will always be referenced heroes are those who have given their lives 2006, to provide sustained support for the pro- as an example to his colleagues and country- for this country. Specifically the men of Charlie motion of democracy, human rights and the men. Battery who gave their lives: SGT Allen rule of law in the Republic of Belarus, as well JOHN’s strength of character led him Kokesh Jr., SSG Daniel Cuka, SFC Richard as encourage the consolidation and strength- throughout his years in Congress, often being Schild, and SSG Greg Wagner. ening of Belarus’ sovereignty and independ- the lone voice speaking out on an issue. It Home from Iraq, Kasey is living in Norfolk, ence. Mr. Speaker, I especially thank you for was this commitment that made him a valu- NE with his fiance´e Maria Vandersnick. able and esteemed member of Indiana’s dele- Mr. Speaker, I am grateful for Mr. Feauto’s your commitment to bring this legislation be- gation. This nation should boast the patriotic selfless service to our Nation. I urge my col- fore this Congress. Your deep personal inter- efforts of this great Hoosier. His selfless dedi- leagues to join me in recognizing a man wor- est in the cause of freedom in Belarus, as cation to service and continued demonstration thy of our honor, Specialist Kasey M. Feauto. demonstrated by your recent meetings in Vilnius with the leaders of the democratic op- of leadership while helping to govern this f country is to be applauded. I wish him all the position, has been particularly appreciated by best in his future endeavors. PAYING TRIBUTE TO MICHAEL those struggling for the rule of law and basic human freedoms. This legislation enjoys bipar- f AND VALORIE ODETTE WILLIAMS tisan support, and I want to recognize and TRIBUTE TO KASEY M. FEAUTO HON. JON C. PORTER thank the tremendous collaboration of Rep. Tom Lantos, an original cosponsor of this bill. OF NEVADA As one who has followed developments in HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF COLORADO Belarus over many years through my work on Friday, December 8, 2006 the Helsinki Commission, I remain deeply con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cerned that the Belarusian people continue to Friday, December 8, 2006 honor Michael and Valorie Williams in celebra- be subjected to the arbitrary and self-serving Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today tion of their 25th anniversary on December 18, whims of a corrupt and anti-democratic regime to honor the patriotism and military service of 2006. headed by Aleksandr Lukashenka. Since the Specialist Kasey M. Feauto of Norfolk, NE. Michael and Valorie, both native Nevadans, blatantly fraudulent March 19 presidential elec- Kasey was born in Sioux City, Iowa on Sep- were married in Las Vegas, Nevada, at Pente- tions, which the OSCE condemned as having tember 9, 1982. He is the son of Michael costal Temple Church of God in Christ by the failed to meet international democratic stand- Feauto and Joy Kleinberg and the brother of late Bishop E.N. Webb. Since that time, they ards, the pattern of repression and gross vio- Amy. raised their blended family of four children— lations of human rights and fundamental free- Kasey graduated from Westwood Commu- Jason, Shawn, Jamaal, and Courtney—with doms. While those who would dare oppose nity High School in Sloan, Iowa in 2002 where unending love and support and have taught the regime are especially targeted, the reality he was an honor roll student and played on them to have respect for God and their coun- is that all in Belarus outside Lukashenka’s the football team. After graduation he joined try. inner circle pay a price. the Army National Guard in 2003. Valorie, a graduate of Rancho High School RECENT NEWS REGARDING LUKASHENKA’S REGIME Mr. Feauto was deployed to Iraq on October and veteran of the United States Army and Mi- Last week in Riga, President Bush pledged 7, 2005, with the Charlie Battery, 1st Battalion, chael, a graduate of Valley High School and to help the people of Belarus in the face of the 147th Field Artillery. On December 4, 2005, retired employee from the Department of En- ‘‘cruel regime’’ led by President Lukashenka. Kasey was driving the lead truck of a three ve- ergy, share a view of life that makes their ‘‘The existence of such oppression in our hicle convoy when a roadside bomb exploded union special—God is first in everything that midst offends the conscience of Europe and and hit the second truck in the convoy causing they do and everything they are and from that the conscience of America,’’ Bush said, adding the truck to cross oncoming traffic and crash realization, true love exists. They translate this that ‘‘we have a message for the people of into a concrete wall. After realizing what had view either to the children they minister to as Belarus: the vision of a Europe whole, free

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As a result of these elections, Belarus Belarus. pendent trade unions and entrepreneurs, has the distinction of lacking legitimate presi- Just within the last few months, we have human rights defenders, independent media, dential and parliamentary leadership, which witnessed a series of patently political trials democratic political parties, and international contributes to that country’s self-imposed iso- designed to further stifle peaceful, democratic exchanges. lation. Albeit safely ensconced in power, opposition. In October, 60–year-old human The bill further authorizes monies for both Lukashenka has not let up on the democratic rights activist Katerina Sadouskaya was sen- radio and television broadcasting to the people opposition. Almost daily repressions constitute tenced to 2 years in a penal colony. Her of Belarus. While I am encouraged by the re- a profound abuse of power by a regime that ‘‘crime’’? ‘‘insulting the honor and dignity of cent U.S. and EU initiatives with respect to has blatantly manipulated the system to re- the Belarusian leader.’’ Mr. Speaker, if this radio broadcasting, much more needs to be main in power. isn’t reminiscent of the Soviet Union, I don’t done to penetrate Lukashenka’s stifling infor- In the last few months, the regime continues know what is. And just a few weeks ago, in a mation blockade. Mr. Speaker, I hope that the to show its true colors, punishing those who closed trial, Belarusian youth activist Zmitser Administration will make this a priority. would dare to challenge the tinpot dictator. Dashkevich received a 11⁄2 year sentence for In addition, H.R. 5948 calls for selective Former presidential candidate Aleksandr ‘‘activities on behalf of an unregistered organi- sanctions against the Lukashenka regime, and Kozulin was sentenced to a politically-moti- zation.’’ the denial of entry into the United States for vated 51⁄2 years’ term of imprisonment for al- A report mandated by the Belarus Democ- senior officials of the regime—as well as those leged ‘‘hooliganism’’ and disturbing the peace. racy Act and finally issued this past March re- engaged in human rights and electoral His health is precarious as he is now well into veals Lukashenka’s links with rogue regimes abuses. In this context, I welcome the punitive his second month of a hunger strike. such as Iran, Sudan and Syria, and his cro- sanctions imposed by both the Administration In early August, authorities sentenced four nies’ corrupt activities. According to an Octo- and the EU which are targeted against offi- activists of the non-partisan domestic election ber 9, 2006, International Herald Tribune op- cials—including judges and prosecutors—in- monitoring initiative ‘‘Partnerstva’’. In a patent ed: ‘‘Alarmingly, over the last 6 years, Belarus volved in electoral fraud and other human attempt to discourage domestic observation of has intensified its illegal arms shipment activi- rights abuses. the fraudulent March 19 presidential elections, ties to the point of becoming the leading sup- The bill expresses the sense of the Con- the four had been kept in custody since Feb- plier of lethal military equipment to Islamic gress that strategic exports to the Government ruary 21. Two were released, having served state sponsors of terrorism.’’ of Belarus should be prohibited, except for their 6-month sentences. Two others— I guess we shouldn’t be all that surprised those intended for democracy building or hu- Tsimafei Dranchuk and Mikalay Astreyka—re- that in July, Lukashenka warmly welcomed to manitarian purposes, as well as U.S. Govern- ceived stiffer sentences, although Astreyka Minsk Venezuela’s Hugo Chavez. In keeping ment financing and other foreign assistance. has been released from a medium security with their bent, both pledged cooperation and Of course, we would not want the exports to colony and is now in ‘‘correctional labor’’. denounced the West. More recently, affect humanitarian goods and agricultural or Other political prisoners, including Artur Belarusian Foreign Minister Martynov traveled medical products. The U.S. Executive Direc- Finkevich, Mikalay Autukhovich, Andrey to Iran where President Ahmadinejad pledged tors of the international financial institutions Klimau, Ivan Kruk, Yury Lyavonau, Mikalay further cooperation in the energy and defense are encouraged to vote against financial as- Razumau, Pavel Sevyarynets, Mikalay industries. Not long ago, a member of Belarus’ sistance to the Government of Belarus except Statkevich also continue to have their freedom bogus parliament asserted on state-controlled for loans and assistance that serve humani- denied, languishing in prison or in so-called radio that Belarus has the right to develop its tarian needs. Furthermore, we would encour- correctional labor camps. own nuclear weapons. Mr. Speaker and Col- age the blocking of the assets (in the United Administrative detentions of 10 or 15 days leagues, Belarus is truly an anomaly in Eu- States) of members of the Belarus Govern- against democratic opposition activists are al- rope, swimming against the rising tide of ment as well as the senior leadership and most a daily occurence. Moreover, the greater freedom, democracy and economic their surrogates. To this end, I welcome the Lukashenka regime continued to stifle reli- prosperity. Treasury Department’s April 10 advisory to gious expression. It refuses to register church- THE LEGISLATION U.S. financial institutions to guard against po- es, temporarily detains pastors, threatens to Three years ago, I introduced the Belarus tential money laundering by Lukashenka and expel foreign clergy, and refuses religious Democracy Act which passed the House and his cronies and strongly applaud President groups the use of premises to hold services. Senate with overwhelming bipartisan support Bush’s June 19 ‘‘Executive Order Blocking Despite the repressions, Protestant and and was signed into law by President Bush in Property of Certain Persons Undermining Catholic congregations have increasingly be- October 2004. At that time, the situation in Democratic Processes or Institutions in come more active in their pursuit of religious Belarus with respect to democracy and human Belarus.’’ freedom. I am also concerned about the re- rights was already abysmal. The need for a Mr. Speaker, I want to make it crystal clear cent explosion at a Holocaust memorial in sustained U.S. commitment to foster democ- that these sanctions are aimed not at the peo- western Belarus, the sixth act of vandalism racy and respect for human rights and to ple of Belarus, but at a regime that displays against the monument in 14 years. Unfortu- sanction Aleksandr Lukashenka and his cro- contempt for the dignity and rights of its citi- nately, the local authorities have reportedly re- nies, is clear from the intensified anti-demo- zens even as the corrupt leadership moves to fused to open a criminal investigation. cratic policies pursued by the current leader- further enrich itself at the expense of all Lukashenka’s minions have closed down inde- ship in Minsk. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased that Belarusians. pendent think tanks, further tightened the countries throughout Europe have joined in a ONGOING ANTI-DEMOCRATIC BEHAVIOR noose around what remains of the inde- truly trans-Atlantic effort to bring the promise To chronicle the full litany of repression over pendent media, suspended the activities of a of freedom to the beleaguered people of the course of Lukashenka’s 12–year misrule political party, shut down the prominent literary Belarus. Prompt passage of the Belarus De- would go well beyond the bounds of time journal Arche, and evicted the Union of mocracy Reauthorization Act of 2006 will help available here. Let me cite several more re- Belarusian Writers from its headquarters. Of maintain this momentum aimed at upholding cent illustrations of anti-democratic behavior course, Lukashenka’s pattern of contempt for the democratic aspirations of the Belarusian which testify to the true nature of the regime. human rights is nothing new—it has merely in- people. With the continuing decline on the Belarus’ March 19 presidential elections can tensified with the passage of time. ground in Belarus since the fraudulent March only be described as a farce, and were met Moreover, we have seen no progress on the elections, this bill is needed now more than with condemnation by the United States, the investigation of the disappearances of political ever. OSCE, the European Union and others. The opponents—perhaps not surprisingly, as cred- This reauthorization bill demonstrates the Lukashenka regime’s wholesale arrests of ible evidence points at the involvement of the sustained U.S. support for Belarus’ independ- more than one thousand opposition activists Lukashenka regime in their murders. ence. We seek to encourage those struggling and dozens of Belarusian and foreign journal- Mr. Speaker, it is my hope that the Belarus for democracy and respect for human rights in ists, before and after the elections, and violent Democracy Reauthorization Act of 2006 will the face of the formidable pressures and per- suppression of peaceful post-election protests help end to the pattern of violations of OSCE

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The beleaguered Belarusian influential voice in chronicling the city’s growth. people have suffered so much over the course Mr. WESTMORELAND. Mr. Speaker, I rise Today I am proud to recognize a beloved and of the last century and deserve better than to today to recognize the service of a veteran legendary citizen of Sulphur Springs, TX—Bill Bradford. live under a regime frighteningly reminiscent of and mayor in my district, Bob Poydasheff, the former Mayor of Columbus, Georgia. the Soviet Union. The struggle of the people f Bob Poydasheff knows what service to our of Belarus for dignity and freedom deserves Nation means. He served our Nation in the NONPROFIT ATHLETIC ORGANIZA- our unyielding and consistent support. Army during a combat tour in Vietnam, along TION PROTECTION ACT OF 2006 This legislation is important and timely be- with service as counsel for the Secretary of SPEECH OF cause Belarus, which now borders on NATO the Army and other officers. He retired with and the EU, continues to have the worst the rank of colonel and many awards, includ- HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. human rights and democracy record of any ing the Bronze Star. OF MICHIGAN European state—bar none. Bob Poydasheff began serving in the com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity in the city of Columbus through a vari- Tuesday, December 5, 2006 f ety of non-profit organizations, including the Columbus Symphony, and he worked to help Mr. CONYERS. Madam Speaker, the fol- HONORING LLOYD C. HILLARD, JR. ensure the right direction for our young people lowing letter from American University, Wash- through his involvement with the Boy Scouts ington College of Law Professor Andrew F. of America. He has served as the mayor since Popper outlines the problems and concerns HON. RON LEWIS 2003 and served on the Columbus Council for with this legislation. 6 years prior to his election as mayor. AMERICAN UNIVERSITY, OF KENTUCKY Bob is also committed to his family, raising WASHINGTON COLLEGE OF LAW, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES two children with his wife Stacy, and enjoying Washington, DC. his time with his five grandchildren. Hon. JOHN CONYERS, Friday, December 8, 2006 Ranking Member, House Committee on the Judi- Mr. Speaker, we are all grateful for the serv- ciary, Washington, DC. ice Bob Poydasheff has rendered to our Na- Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise DEAR CONGRESSMAN CONYERS, I recently tion through his time in the military and to our today to pay public tribute to Lloyd C. Hillard, learned that the House of Representative is state through his service as mayor of Colum- considering H.R. 1176, a bill that would im- Jr., an exemplary community leader, business- bus. We wish him well in all of his future en- munize major non-profits in the university man and citizen from my congressional dis- deavors. sport/entertainment field and all non-profits trict. Lloyd received this year’s Hardin County involved in children’s activities generally. I f Distinguished Citizen Award from the Boy have testified against this bill in its earlier Scouts of America during ceremonies earlier RECOGNIZING WILLIAM ‘‘BILL’’ form and have seen the current version. I this month. BRADFORD very much hope this current version will be rejected. It is an awful bill, as discussed A native of Kentucky, Lloyd grew up on a below. farm in Pine Grove and earned college de- HON. RALPH M. HALL The specific question posed to me was grees from the University of Kentucky and the OF TEXAS whether this bill would carve out an excep- University of Wisconsin. Lloyd has distin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion for state tort common law claims against organizations and officials who en- guished himself as a business leader, serving Friday, December 8, 2006 gaged in behaviors that devastated children, as President and CEO of First Citizens Bank, Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize athletes, and others who place their trust in and a good neighbor, through his active in- Bill Bradford of Sulphur Springs, TX, whose the non-profits that are the subject of this bill. There is reason to think actions will not volvement in many community and charitable distinguished work in radio recently earned organizations. be possible if this bill becomes law. him the dedication of a city street in Sulphur State tort law holds out the promise of a Though never a scout himself, Lloyd’s life- Springs in his honor. In recognition of his real incentive to exercise due care in pre- long example of honesty and devotion to his many years as a radio owner, operator, and cisely the kinds of programs this bill de- family and community parallel ideals cham- pioneer, Radio Road was recently renamed scribes in its opening sections, The tragedy pioned by the Boy Scouts. He first became in- Bill Bradford Road. is, this bill would eliminate those state com- mon law tort claims required to produce volved with the Scouts as a young adult, run- Outgoing Sulphur Springs Mayor Clay Walk- er began pursuing the renaming of Radio those incentives. ning a school recruitment program. The argument has been made that while Road at the suggestion of long-time Sulphur this bill provides explicitly comprehensive Lloyd has been an especially active member Springs resident, Jeff Massey. The idea for of our community, having served as past immunity for non-profit organizations in the this change was well-received by the City sports/athletics and related fields, somehow president and director of the Bluegrass Coun- Manager and members of the City Council it preserves the necessary state common law cil Boy Scouts of America, past chairman of who unanimously voted for the change. In- tort claims required to secure relief when or- the North Central Kentucky Education Founda- deed, the idea was so popular that many com- ganizations and their employees and volun- tion, and former treasurer and director of the munity leaders expressed surprise that the teers have failed to exercise that requisite Cavalry Armor Foundation. idea had not been thought of before. level of care required and a child or young adult has been injured as a result. If the leg- Lloyd was also past chairman of the Hardin As incoming Sulphur Springs Mayor Freddie islation stated directly that it excluded from County Community Foundation, Helping Hand Taylor’s first official act, a framed city resolu- its unconscionable sweep of liability all of the Heartland, and the Hardin County Fund tion changing the name from Radio Road to State common law tort claims, that argu- for the Arts. He remains an active member of Bill Bradford Road was presented to Bill along ment would have some validity. In fact, the the local United Way and the Elizabethtown with the first street sign to bear the name ‘‘Bill bill does just the opposite, listing precise Bradford Road.’’ Sixty days later street signs fields where the immunity would be inappli- Rotary Club. were erected on August 2nd and 3rd making cable—and in that list, state common law It is my great privilege to recognize Lloyd C. the name change effective. tort claims for negligence is nowhere to be Hillard, Jr. today, before the entire U.S. House found. Bill began his radio career as a radio oper- Preservation of state common law tort of Representatives, for his example of leader- ator in the military during World War II and claims for who those who have been harmed, ship and service. His unique achievements afterward became owner of radio station for children, families, athletes and others make him an outstanding American worthy of KSST in Sulphur Springs. In 1992 he was swept into this bill, could occur either by di- our collective honor and respect. named Texas Association of Broadcasters’ rect exclusion from the legislation such as

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First, the plain mean- OF INDIANA has been proposed for the last 25 years: a ing if the bill (congressional intention) is the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES elimination of liability, and second, the list limitation on liability, blocking those who of those areas that are ‘‘preserved’’ or carved most need protection from access to the civil Friday, December 8, 2006 out does not include state common law tort justice system. It is clear to see why large Mr. BUYER. Mr. Speaker, my colleague nonprofits want to limit liability. It is very claims. CHRIS CHOCOLA of Indiana will be leaving Con- hard to see why Congress would give in to On the question of preemption, listed at gress at the end of this session. I was im- the end of this letter are citations to three that demand when the consequence would be fairly recent cases in which federal courts to eviscerate an important set of incentives pressed by the dedicated service offered dur- have struggled with the question of whether that protect those likely to be victimized. ing his tenure in the House of Representa- tives. His background as a lawyer and suc- a federal bill has a preemptive effect on state Tort reform has always been an unfair tort claims. I inserted footnote 14 from the fight. Think about the alignment of forces. cessful businessman was instrumental as a Welding Fume Products Liability case di- On the side of those seeking to limit liability constant champion of fiscal restraint by the rectly below to give you an idea of the com- is the entire GNP. All of U.S. manufacturing, Federal Government. His extensive experi- plexity of this field. The short of it is, as all of retailing, the health care industry, the ence of managing a large public corporation Richard Ausness said in note 14: ‘‘[T]he proved invaluable to his vision of how the Fed- Court’s preemption jurisprudence appears to pharmaceuticals, the insurance companies be bereft of any coherent theory or method- (who have as yet produced a coherent reason eral Government should operate. It inspired ology’’ and ‘‘is in a terrible state. . . .’’ why this protection is badly needed based on his advocacy that government should be run Therefore, one would not want to leave to anything resembling a juried study, com- like a business, efficient and effective, always subsequent judicial interpretation whether prehensive payout or case list, or other cred- with the customer and our fellow citizens. state common law tort claims for failure to ible source), and, in this bill, all of U.S. high- As a member of both the Ways and Means exercise due care in hiring coaches, inves- er education—every college and university, and Budget Committees, he introduced legis- every athletic program, indeed, every non- tigating backgrounds, or overseeing inappro- lation to streamline the budget process with priate activity would be actionable. profit involved in orchestrating sports and If it is the intention of the drafters of this entertainment for tens of millions of chil- the hope of reining in excessive and legislation to exempt State common law tort dren and young adults, and finally, much of unfocused spending. CHRIS sought a reforma- claims from liability, they must say so, or the press who have abandoned consumers on tion of the tax code so that hard working the obvious effect of the bill—what will be this issue, with the hope of never having to Americans could keep more of their paycheck. seen as the clear intent of congress—will pay punitive damages when they defame into He introduced legislation so that families could dominate. reputational oblivion a private citizen. continue to make tax free withdrawals from an H.R. 1176 has only one purpose: limitation On the other side, opposing these limits on education savings plan, as well as legislation of liability. It is hard to see any other pur- accountability, are the defenders of the tort pose. As the case law makes clear, the domi- to allow individuals to make tax free deduc- system—under-funded and often fragmented tions of medical expenses without a gross in- nant analytical factor in exclusion (carve- consumer groups, a few victims rights out) and preemption cases is congressional come limitation. His boundless leadership and groups, some of whom have been mocked as intent. The more elaborate interpretations, bold initiatives will always be looked upon as shameless seekers of undeserved damage such as those in the cases below, are required an asset to a grateful nation. awards and, of course, trial lawyers. Trial when the purpose of the legislation is regula- lawyers—the architects of the consumer As a member of the Transportation and In- tion of a field and the open question is the frastructure Committee, he secured $12 million extent to which that regulation and a state rights movement, the advocates for you and me when we are injured, the lawyers who in Federal funding needed to make historic im- law can co-exist. Sadly, will not be a ques- provements to U.S. 31, a roadway connecting tion if this bill passes and becomes law. represent the consumer perspective—who After reading the bill, I see no language have been horribly vilified by a decades long South Bend to Indianapolis. In addition, his that exempts state common law tort claims. comprehensive campaign to undermine their work on the committee also helped to com- To the contrary, the specific areas exempted credibility, and in the shadow of this out- plete the Hoosier Heartland Corridor, a trans- (e.g. labor law, antitrust law, statutory rageous legislation, student groups (who portation project that after over a decade is in claims, etc.) suggest that Congress intends have a voice, presumably, but are as yet un- its final stage of construction. to exempt very specific areas only. Given heard). CHRIS CHOCOLA’s service to this Nation and that list in 4(d), unless the bill were amended This is hardly a fair fight. to Indiana’s Second Congressional District will to include an exemption for all state com- mon law tort claims, the bill will be seen as And then there is the term ‘‘tort reform.’’ leave an indelible mark for years to come. a bar to cases involving negligent hiring, Laws that provide the protection for con- f failure to assess background, negligent over- sumers, no incentive for greater safety, and sight of individuals who may well do great limit the rights of those who lack power are PAYING TRIBUTE TO GEORGE ANN harm to children, to athletes, to those most hardly the stuff of reform. RICE in need of protection. And the data—or lack thereof—regarding A plain reading of Section 4(d) and Section the current civil justice system. From the HON. JON C. PORTER 5 suggests that those claims would be CRS report forward, no credible juried study OF NEVADA barred—and that is really quite horrendous. Cutting off liability, arbitrarily, undermines documents a crisis in the tort or insurance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES system or in the non-profit world that could the incentives for better products and serv- Friday, December 8, 2006 ices. From the perspective of children who conceivably justify legislation that limits might be victimized by adults, treated in arbitrarily consumer rights, as docs H.R. Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ways that are patently destructive from an 1172. honor my dear friend, Dr. George Ann Rice, emotional or psychological vantage point, This is tort reform as I have come to un- for her outstanding service and continued con- what possible reason could there be to pass derstand it—a series of bills that have but tributions to our society. this bill? one meaning: reducing accountability and Dr. Rice has been an invaluable asset to During the earlier debates regarding the giving consumers nothing in exchange. It is the Las Vegas community throughout the Volunteer Immunity ACT, supporters con- not that it is incomprehensible. In fact, the years. Throughout her many years of service, tended that while the legislation liberated reasoning is all too understandable. Who coaches and volunteers from the risk of li- she has committed herself to improving our would not like to be excused of responsibility schools as the Associate Superintendent of ability, even when they were negligent, it after they engaged in misconduct? The fact left the organizations as viable defendants in that the reasoning underlying this bill is un- the Clark County School District. Her respon- the event a plaintiff could fashion a respond- derstandable, however, does not mean that it sibilities included recruiting and selecting li- ent superior theory or a general vicarious li- is right, proper, just and fair. It is none of censed teachers, administrators and support ability claim under State law. H.R. 1176 those things. staff as well as securing changes in Nevada would destroy that protection. Although the three cases listed below hold Let me know if you are interested in dis- Law and Nevada Administrative Codes related out hope that a State common law tort cussing this further. to employment and licensure issues. Dr. Rice claim might survive, H.R. 1176 is not a bill Sincerely, served on the Clark County School District In- that regulates a field. Therefore, it would ANDREW F. POPPER, vestment Committee for 15 years and as Ex- not give rise to the question of whether the Professor of Law. ecutive Board Director to the Silver State

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He served on the board and as where he joined the Essin Clinic with Dr. E.M. ice in February of this year. She chairs the president of the Starkville Area Arts Council in Essin, and, later, Dr. Harry Shytles. Dr. Mon- Nevada Governor’s Commission on Edu- 2004, and served as chairman of the Cotton roe joined the staff of the Wilson N. Jones and cational Excellence, serves as a member of District Arts Festival in 2003 and 2004. St. Vincent’s Hospitals, where he remained the Nevada Teacher Quality Task Force and He is the recipient of the Southwire Commu- active for 35 years. He also donated the first as a member of the Workforce Housing nity Environmental Award in 1999 and the T.E. ECG machine to Wilson N. Jones Hospital Veitch Community Service Award in 2004. and started their first medical library. Taskforce Subcommittee. She implemented I hope this Congress joins me in recognizing the first national Board for Professional Teach- Armando de la Cruz as he adds the Starkville Dr. Monroe was President of the Grayson ing Standards effort in Nevada as well as cre- Education Hall of Fame membership to his County Medical Society the year Medicare ated a special department of the Strategic long list of achievements and honors. started and was a life member of the Amer- Plan called Human Resources Development f ican Medical Association. He volunteered his Department, which focuses upon pre-service services treating students at the Adams Health development for teachers, administrators, and RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF POSITIVE RESPONSE Center of Austin College five days a week for support staff as well as provides support and eight years after coming to Sherman. He was in-service development opportunities. Dr. Rice has also aided the U.S. House of HON. LYNN A. WESTMORELAND known for making house calls to patients in Representatives in passing H.R. 2649, OF GEORGIA Sherman, other towns, and in the country. Schools Safely Acquiring Faculty Excellence IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After closing his office, he served as Medical Act, a bill which I sponsored that prohibits the Friday, December 8, 2006 Administrator of Shady Oaks and Chapel of Secretary of Education from making funds Mr. WESTMORELAND. Mr. Speaker, I rise Care Nursing Homes for 10 years. available to a State under any educational today to recognize the service of a wonderful A sports enthusiast, Dr. Monroe participated program unless the Secretary determines that organization in my district, Positive Response, in track, basketball, softball, tennis, and golf the State has in place a criminal information and their work in the continuing battle against and had the opportunity to play at some of the sharing system. It aims to make public the HIV/AIDS. best courses in the world. He was an active identity of any individual in an educational set- HIV/AIDS is an epidemic that has run ramp- member of the First Baptist Church since ant in our Nation since its discovery in the ting who has been arrested, charged, or con- 1948. victed of a felony involving violence, statutory U.S. in 1981. Today, over a million people in rape, or any type of sexual abuse. Dr. Rice our Nation live with HIV/AIDS, with more than He also was an avid amateur photographer participated in a hearing held by the Sub- 40,000 people each year learning they have and 16-mm filmmaker. After his parents died, committee on 21st Century Competitiveness the virus. he organized reunions with his siblings every On December 1, 2006, we all recognized under the Committee of House Education and spring, and in 2002 he published his autobiog- World AIDS Day, to bring attention to the the Workforce. raphy, which included 48 pages of pictures as threat facing many individuals, and to continue Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to honor my well as genealogical facts and important his- to promote efforts at preventing and ending friend, Dr. George Ann Rice, for her years of torical and medical events. the spread of the AIDS virus. dedication and hard work. Her commitment Organizations like Positive Response have Dr. Monroe studied at the University of Mis- and energy will be missed after her forth- taken positive steps to do just that—in my dis- souri Medical School, and after achieving a coming retirement. I thank her for all her serv- trict, Positive Response helps prevent the Bachelor of Science in Medicine, transferred ice and I wish her luck with all her future en- spread of HIV/AIDS both through education to the University of Arkansas Medical School, deavors. and testing. Of the million people who have where he received his MD degree in 1943. He f HIV/AIDS today, up to a quarter of them still spent five years after Medical School in spe- RECOGNIZING ARMANDO DE LA do not know they have the virus. Education cialized medical training and research. As an CRUZ and testing are necessary to help stop the intern and resident at the University of Arkan- spread of this virus. But the efforts do not end when someone sas Hospital, he was a part of a national ex- HON. CHARLES W. ‘‘CHIP’’ PICKERING contracts HIV/AIDS. Positive Response works periment on the value of Penicillin. Dr. Monroe OF MISSISSIPPI hard to provide human and compassionate gave the first dose of Penicillin in Arkansas to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES support for people living with HIV/AIDS, help- a ‘‘hopeless’’ patient who survived, and he Friday, December 8, 2006 ing them understand their disease, and how contributed two scientific papers before ac- Mr. PICKERING. Mr. Speaker, Armando de they can continue their life. The abundance of cepting a three-year Fellowship at Lahey Clin- la Cruz has been inducted into the Starkville treatments today help those with HIV/AIDS ic in Boston, where he contributed two addi- Education Hall of Fame and was recognized maintain a normal life, and Positive Response tional papers. for his education, community leadership, and helps ensure they are able to continue to live Dr. Monroe is survived by his wife, Minnie; a healthy and full life. national academic achievements at a recent Mr. Speaker, we need more organizations son, Stanley, Jr. and wife Jeani; son, Alan and event in Starkville. De la Cruz taught 15 dif- like Positive Response. On the somber note wife Baceliza; son, Ronald and wife Nancy; ferent undergraduate and graduate courses at that is World AIDS Day, we are grateful for the daughter, Kathie Buchanan and husband Mississippi State University for 30 years and dedication and commitment of Positive Re- John; daughter, Elizabeth (Betsy) Woodard; remains professor emeritus of biological sponse to fighting HIV/AIDS and helping those sister, Geraldine McCurry; 13 grandchildren, sciences at MSU. He has received 26 re- who are so much in need. eight great-grandchildren, and other family search and educational competitive grants, f members. published four laboratory manuals, seven study guides and more than 100 research pa- CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF DR. Dr. Monroe’s long life was spent as a pio- pers. He has earned 12 scholarships and fel- STANLEY E. MONROE, SR. neer in medicine and a respected physician lowships including the Guggenheim and Ful- and member of the community. He was a lov- bright Fellowships and was presented with 15 HON. RALPH M. HALL ing husband for over 68 years and a doting fa- professional awards at MSU. OF TEXAS ther who insisted on education. He leaves be- His research and teaching have taken him IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hind many colleagues and a loving family who to about 70 countries but, his time and atten- Friday, December 8, 2006 will miss him, and I will miss him, too. I am tion continued to focus on his local community Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to re- honored to pay tribute to this great Amer- where he founded the Sustainable Future member the life of my friend Dr. Stanley E. ican—Dr. Stanley Monroe.

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He started Friday, December 8, 2006 ards are central to the profession, the Ap- his own neighborhood publication—in the form Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to praisal Institute established professional des- of a single sheet—which he sold for five cents congratulate the Altoona Curve Baseball Club ignation programs to recognize achievement in a copy. of Altoona, Pennsylvania, for winning the these areas. Today more than 11,000 mem- In the late 1940s, Oak Ridge began its own Minor League Baseball’s 2006 John H. John- bers of the Appraisal Institute hold its pres- newspaper, and Hollis became one of the first son President’s Trophy. This award, given an- tigious MAI, SRA and SRPA designations. with a paper route for The Oak Ridger. As he nually since 1974, is the highest honor given They have demonstrated their knowledge, skill became older, he was given various jobs at by Minor League Baseball each year to one of and ethical performance through a stringent the paper, but in 1949, Hollis took a break their 176 member clubs for being the top fran- program of examinations and work product re- from ‘‘newspapering’’ to serve as a congres- chise in the league. This award is Minor view. Through its education, publishing and sional page for the late Congressman Albert League Baseball’s equivalent of college foot- membership designation programs, the Ap- Gore, D-Tennessee. ball’s Heisman Trophy. The President’s Tro- praisal Institute positions its members as the Hollis attended Ole Miss and while there, he phy was presented to the Altoona Curve on preferred choice for real estate solutions. worked at the student newspaper. Following December 7, at Minor League Baseball’s an- The Appraisal Institute has a long history of college, he returned to The Oak Ridger, and nual awards banquet. supporting initiatives consistent with the public in 1958, he became the advertising manager The presentation of the John H. Johnson good that promote the use of competent ap- for the Clinton Courier-News in Clinton, Ten- nessee. President’s Trophy marks the third occasion praisers, including the licensing and certifi- He returned to Alabama in 1960 to work in that the Altoona Curve Baseball Club has re- cation of appraisers. The organization was in- the advertising department at The Dothan ceived one of Minor League Baseball’s most strumental in the development of national uni- Eagle. From there, he moved to Butler, where important awards. In the last two years, the Al- form appraisal standards recognized by Con- he served as publisher for The Choctaw Advo- toona Curve has also received the Larry gress in 1989. The Appraisal Institute con- cate and quickly began winning awards from MacPhail Promotional Trophy, as well as tinues to advocate for important public policy the Alabama Press Association (APA) in var- Baseball America’s Bob Freitas Award. The issues affecting consumers and homebuyers, ious categories. He purchased The Choctaw Curve Club is just the 11th franchise to have including laws that would strengthen oversight Advocate in 1968, and later, he and John received all 3 awards, and is also the first and enforcement mechanisms designed to Jones purchased The Demopolis Times. team to receive these awards in just 3 year’s prevent mortgage fraud. In 1969, he and his wife, Glenda, bought time. The Appraisal Institute supports equal op- The Wilcox Progressive Era in Camden, which The Altoona Curve’s commitment to the portunity and nondiscrimination in the ap- is where they reside to this day. Hollis and communities of central and western Pennsyl- praisal profession and is committed to pro- Glenda recently celebrated their 50th wedding vania has been impressive from day one. In moting diversity within its membership and anniversary. the short 8 years since their establishment in throughout the real estate profession. Through Throughout the years, Hollis Curl has 1999, The Altoona Curve has certainly be- scholarships, training and advocacy the Ap- owned newspapers in Butler, Demopolis, come a significant and positive part of our re- praisal Institute’s diversity program seeks to Montevallo and Marion, but today his sole gion’s identity. Living up to their slogan as enhance opportunities for minorities, women paper is the award-winning Progressive Era. ‘‘Everybody’s Hometown Team’’, the Altoona and those individuals new to the profession. Of particular significance, Hollis gained na- Curve’s accomplishments will surely make For 75 years the Appraisal Institute has tional recognition in 1997 when he was se- them a great part of the memories of the three been a beacon of integrity for the real estate lected by Sigma Delta Chi as recipient of the million fans who have cheered for them at the appraisal profession and for those it serves. In Ethics in Journalism Award. He was the first Blair County Ballpark. Next year, the Altoona recognition of its theme for 2007, Celebrating weekly newspaper editor to receive the award Curve will open their season on April 12, Our Past, Valuing the Future, I congratulate presented at the National Press Club in Wash- 2007, to do what they do best—play ball. the Appraisal Institute and its members for ington, D.C. In addition, the Alabama Press f their years of service, and I wish them contin- Association awarded Hollis with their first Life- ued success in their mission. time Achievement Award—in addition to CONGRATULATIONS TO THE AP- f awarding him virtually every other award APA PRAISAL INSTITUTE ON ITS 75TH gives. ANNIVERSARY RECOGNIZING M. HOLLIS CURL ON He has also won the Troy State University’s A LIFETIME ON ACHIEVEMENT Hector Award four times and served from HON. RAY LaHOOD 1975–1976 as the Hall School of Journalism’s OF ILLINOIS HON. JO BONNER Grover C. Hall Fellow and Editor-in-Residence IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF ALABAMA teaching editorial writing and press law. Mr. Speaker, Hollis Curl is a very special Friday, December 8, 2006 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES person to many of us throughout the State of Friday, December 8, 2006 Mr. LAHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Alabama, and I rise today to honor and pub- voice congratulations to the Appraisal Institute Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to licly thank him for his many years of service, on its 75th Anniversary and for its advance- pay tribute to a good friend and a great Ala- loyalty, and dedication to the people of Cam- ment of the real estate appraisal profession. bamian, M. Hollis Curl, in recognition of his den and Wilcox County. Established in 1932 to bring clarity to the real lifetime of achievement and service to the pro- As a young boy growing up in Camden, I estate appraisal and valuation process in fession of journalism and the people of Ala- spent many an afternoon after school in ‘‘Mr. those turbulent times, the Appraisal Institute, bama. Hollis’s’’ house. At the time, I was hoping my with its national office in Chicago, Illinois, is Hollis, a native of Red Bay, Alabama, is the elementary school crush on his daughter, the largest professional association of real es- long-time editor and publisher of The Wilcox Julie, might lead to our being family one day. tate appraisers, representing more than Progressive Era in my hometown of Camden, Such was not meant to be. Regardless, he 21,000 real estate appraisal practitioners in Alabama. was then—and has certainly remained—al- the United States and abroad. He began his career in—as he calls it— ways interested in the wellbeing of the young Serving as an impartial third party in real es- ‘‘newspapering,’’ by selling copies of The Red people of Wilcox County. tate transactions, members of the Appraisal Bay News from his shoeshine stand outside While he has taken more than a few politi- Institute play an important role in maintaining the hotel in Red Bay. cians to task on his editorial page and in his integrity in the real estate market. Their unbi- During World War II, his family moved to award-winning, weekly column, ‘‘For What It’s ased and professional opinions are used ev- Oak Ridge, Tennessee, which did not have a Worth,’’ he has always been more than fair to eryday by builders, developers and financiers newspaper at the time. However, Hollis was me and to those people in the political arena of commercial, industrial and residential prop- able to get a paper route carrying the Knox- with whom I have been associated.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.122 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS E2218 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 And when I first became a candidate for the valiantly demonstrated by rescuing his neigh- the school year. After graduating from Tech in position I am so honored to hold today, it was bor from that brutal dog attack 5 years ago. December 1942, he was immediately called to my dear friend, ‘‘Mr. Hollis,’’ who penned the Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Rick Har- active duty as an aviation cadet in the Army very first editorial endorsement for my can- low. His passion for life is inspirational. I ap- Air Corps. Richard obtained his pilot wings didacy, even though I was running as a Re- plaud him for his heroism and wish him the and commission as a 2nd Lt., and went on to publican in a congressional district different best with his future endeavors. fly 50 combat missions over Europe as a B– from his. f 24 pilot. Richard’s service was honored with Several years ago, ‘‘Mr. Hollis’’ began fea- the Distinguished Flying Cross and the Air turing someone from our community who had RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF Medal with three Oak Leaf Clusters among made a positive difference in the lives of oth- JACK RODGERS other decorations. ers. One week, he chose my father’s twin Richard later applied for and received a reg- brother, Uncle James, to be in the spotlight. HON. LYNN A. WESTMORELAND ular commission in the U.S. Air Force where Some months later, when Uncle James had OF GEORGIA he spent the next 30 years of his life holding passed away, I wrote ‘‘Mr. Hollis’’ a letter and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES assignments including Wing Commander of thanked him for taking the time to recognize the 97th Bomb Wing (B–52s and KC–135 Friday, December 8, 2006 someone who had long since been out of the tankers). It was in the service that he met his limelight but who so appreciated the attention Mr. WESTMORELAND. Mr. Speaker, I rise future wife, Carolyn, who was working as a and recognition that came from the pages of today to recognize the extensive public service Red Cross nurse in Montgomery, Alabama. his newspaper. of one of Columbus, Georgia’s finest resi- The two were married in 1959 in Sylacauga, And that, Mr. Speaker, is the real reason I dents, Jack Rodgers. Alabama, and had three sons, Rick, Brian, rise today—to pause and pay tribute to a man Jack is retiring from the Columbus Council and Greg. who has spent almost all of his adult life writ- this year after more than 20 years of service. In 1972 he retired from the Air Force as a ing about others, telling of their joys and sor- Jack first came to Columbus in 1961, when it Colonel and enrolled in law school at Texas rows—good times and bad—and for once, I was a very different place. He has worked for Tech University. Upon receiving his JD in want him to realize how truly special he is to Ford Motor Company, and also served as the 1974, he began practicing law in the Green- all of us. chairman and CEO of his own mortgage com- ville area until he was appointed Judge of the In some ways, I guess, I looked at this like pany. Hunt County Court at Law in 1983. In 1985, when George Bailey, played by Jimmy Stewart But serving in the corporate world was not he became judge of the newly created 354th in the 1946 hit, It’s a Wonderful Life, realized enough for Jack—he began his service in the District Court which covered Hunt, Rains, and, that with the help of an angel named Clar- realm of government as well, winning election later, Rockwall Counties. Judge Bosworth ence, it had been a wonderful life after all. to the Columbus Council and then being elect- served in the 354th until his retirement in Jan- I know an entire community of friends and ed as Mayor Pro Tem in January of 1999. uary of 1996, after which he continued his admirers join me in saluting M. Hollis Curl and Through his service on the Columbus Council, work as a visiting judge throughout Northeast wishing him many more years of editorials and Jack has served as Budget Committee chair- Texas. The Judge was an inspiration and a commentaries. And to his wonderful wife, man and Ethics Committee chairman. He has great source of encouragement to two of my Glenda, their children, Mark and Julie, and been a delegate to the National League of Cit- sons who practiced in his court. One, Brett, their grandchildren—thank you for sharing this ies, and has been heavily involved in the has been honored to succeed Judge Bosworth extraordinary person with us for all these Georgia Municipal Association, including serv- and is just finishing his second 4 year term. years. May God continue to bless them all ice as a Finance Committee Member. Blakeley is practicing and doing well. Judge Bosworth dedicated his life to serving with good health and happiness. Jack has also served in a number of com- his country, first as a member of the military f munity organizations, including Rotary, and taught at Chattahoochee Valley Community community and later as a member of the judi- PAYING TRIBUTE TO RICK College for 7 years. ciary. His dedication to strengthening this na- HARLOW Jack loves his family, and has been married tion spanned more than six decades and in- to his wife, Barbara, for 43 years. They have cluded service in two branches of government. HON. JON C. PORTER two children and four grandchildren. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating the life of this wonderful pa- OF NEVADA Although we hate to see Jack finish his triot—Judge Richard Bosworth. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES service in the government arena, we are grateful that he will continue to be involved in f Friday, December 8, 2006 the community as he moves into retirement. RECOGNIZING STUDENTS, TEACH- Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, Jack Rodgers provides a role ERS, AND ADMINISTRATORS AT honor Rick Harlow in recognition of his heroic model to us all of service to others, and we SUN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL act in 2001 of saving a neighbor who was are extremely grateful for his dedication. being attacked by three dogs. f During the harrowing 2001 incident, Rick HON. SUE WILKINS MYRICK OF NORTH CAROLINA was injured and subsequently spent 3 years in CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF HON- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a care center. Mr. Harlow made the best of his ORABLE RICHARD A. BOSWORTH, tenure in the care center by playing his guitar SR. Friday, December 8, 2006 for the elderly and even playing at an in-house Mrs. MYRICK. Mr. Speaker, I would like to wedding for a couple who met and married in HON. RALPH M. HALL honor and recognize the students, teachers the nursing home. OF TEXAS and administrators at Sun Valley High School Mr. Harlow was born and raised in Wash- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES located in Indian Trail, North Carolina. Over ington State and initially came to Nevada in the past two weeks, Sun Valley students have Friday, December 8, 2006 1990 on assignment to construct architectural given more than $23,000 out of their pockets aerial maps of the Hoover Dam area. What Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to cele- to help the less fortunate in their area. This originally began as a mere job appointment brate the life of Retired Senior District Judge money will go to a program called the Sun has evolved into a long term living arrange- Richard A. Bosworth, Sr. who passed away Valley Children’s Christmas Party, which will ment, as Rick has been a proud Nevada resi- last year following a courageous battle with help needy elementary children in their area dent for 16 years now. cancer. Judge Bosworth was born in Bir- who won’t have a Christmas. Mr. Harlow has always been active and held mingham, Alabama on December 26, 1922. The Sun Valley Children’s Christmas Party a love for nature and the outdoors. In 1994 he The Great Depression prompted his family to has been helping impoverished children for suffered an unfortunate rock climbing accident move to the South Plains of West Texas, more than three decades. It began as a small where he fell 35–40 feet and sustained a com- where his father worked as a share cropper project to help a handful of needy families ex- pression fracture to his back in addition to a during the dust bowl years of the mid 30s. perience the joy of Christmas. Today, thanks lacerated liver and ruptured spleen. Mr. Har- Richard graduated from high school in 1939 to the generosity of the Sun Valley community, low underwent 3 years of recuperation and and paid his way through Texas Tech College 30 to 35 needy elementary children, and their physical therapy to walk again. He is a proven by working in the cotton fields during the sum- families, will have a Happy Christmas this fighter both for himself and others as he quite mer months and working part-time jobs during year.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.125 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2219 I am most impressed by this effort because Cindy’s contributions to Committee oper- REMEMBERING THE SACRIFICE OF it is student driven. Not only do Sun Valley ations were achieved while she maintained FIVE FEDERAL FIREFIGHTERS students raise the money, but on December her commitment to publish into the archives 14th, a group of students will actually pick up the Committee Legislative Calendar chron- HON. JERRY LEWIS the children at school and take them to Mon- icling Committee proceedings as an official OF CALIFORNIA roe Mall where they will purchase them new historical document of the House. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES clothes, shoes, and coats. They take the chil- Friday, December 8, 2006 dren to visit Santa, have lunch at Chick-Fil-A, Kindhearted, professional and dedicated are and end their visit by taking the kids to get ice words used by her colleagues to describe Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise cream. Later, Sun Valley students will shop for Cindy. She is known throughout the House as today to memorialize the heroism and devo- essential items, food, and new school supplies a person you can rely on to do what’s right. tion to duty of five U.S. Forest Service fire- for the children, as well as toys and gifts for She has earned the reputation as a person fighters, who gave their lives in the line of duty their brothers and sisters. Then on December with a calm demeanor and respect for every- protecting families and homes from the rav- 16th, the students will deliver all the gifts to one. ages of a ferocious wildfire that overwhelmed their truck. the family as well as food for a Christmas Mr. Speaker, Cindy is truly an inspiration in The 41st Congressional District includes a feast. nonpartisan service to the Committee and the Leading this student driven program are the series of rugged mountain ranges with thou- House. She served six Chairmen irrespective co-chairs of the Children’s Christmas Party, sands of acres of national forest, but also of which party was the majority. We are grate- Student Council President Alexandra Knight thousands of homes and families. They in- ful for all Cindy has done during the past thir- Efird, and Student Council Vice-President clude some of the most beautiful scenery in Paige Lillia Donham. Their hard work has not ty-two years serving the Committee, this insti- Southern California, but they are also home to gone unnoticed. Likewise, the Student Council tution and the citizens of our country. Her some of the most dangerous wind-driven faculty advisors, James P. Wall IV and Chris- service to the House is respected by the wildfires during our annual season of Santa topher Martin, have also worked countless Chairmen, Members and staff that have bene- Ana Winds. hours to help the students in their effort. I fited from her expertise, institutional knowl- I have come to know and deeply respect the would like to recognize the efforts of students edge and unwavering disposition. firefighters who protect these homes and fight in the classes of Mr. Wall, Mr. Reynolds, and On behalf of the Committee and the entire these fires. They are among the most profes- Mr. Faulkner. They raised the most money out House community, we extend congratulations sional and resourceful in the nation. Their her- of all the classes at Sun Valley, and Mr. Rey- to Cindy for her many years of dedication and oism and tenacity have made the mountains a safer place to live. nolds class alone raised over $2,000 for this outstanding service to the U.S. House of Rep- effort. So it is with the deepest sorrow that I ask resentatives. We wish Cindy many wonderful my colleagues to join me in mourning the loss Mr. Speaker, I am honored to say that I rep- years fulfilling her retirement dreams. resent Sun Valley High School. In a day and of five of these brave federal firefighters during age where people tend to think only of them- the Esperanza Fire in the mountains east of f selves, here is a shining example of a group San Bernardino. Those who gave their lives in the line of duty were Engine Captain Mark of young people who know what Christmas is PERSONAL EXPLANATION really all about. I commend them for their ef- Loutzenhiser, Fire Engine Operator Jess forts to make their community a better place McLean, Assistant Fire Engine Operator Jason by helping the less fortunate during this holi- HON. JO ANN DAVIS McKay, Firefighter Daniel Hoover-Najera, and day season. I hope that this wonderful effort Firefighter Pablo Cerda. will continue at Sun Valley for many years to OF VIRGINIA Mark Loutzenhiser, a father of three, was a vital member of his hometown of Idyllwild, come. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f California. He coached youth sports and was Friday, December 8, 2006 considered a friend by nearly everyone in THANKING CINDY FOX VON GOGH town. He had 21 years of firefighting service FOR HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speak- and was a certified emergency management er, due to a medical treatment, I was unable technician. He had previously worked as a HON. HOWARD P. ‘‘BUCK’’ McKEON to attend votes on Friday, December 8, 2006. hotshot crewman for the Vista Grande Hot OF CALIFORNIA Had I been present, I would have voted the Shots and also as a volunteer firefighter for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES following: Riverside County. He is survived by his chil- dren and his wife Maria Loutzenhiser, a Forest Friday, December 8, 2006 H.R. 6406—‘‘Nay’’. To modify temporarily Service employee who joined Mark on the certain rates of duty and make other technical Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion firelines until the birth of their children. of her retirement on January 2, 2007, we rise amendments to the trade laws, to extend cer- Jess McLean had seven years of firefighting to thank Ms. Cindy Fox von Gogh for over thir- tain trade preference programs, and for other service and had been a hotshot for three ty-two years of distinguished service to the purposes. years with the Vista Grande Hot Shots. He United States House of Representatives. H.R. 6111—‘‘Yea’’. Tax Relief and Health was a hometown hero—graduating from from Cindy began serving the U.S. House of Care Act of 2006. I was particularly interested Banning High School in 1997 and attending Representatives in 1974 as the office Manager in a provision of this bill that provides an in- fire science classes at Crafton Hills College. for John Dent (D–PA), Chairman of the Sub- crease in payments to Medicare physician He was a resident of Beaumont, CA. He is committee on Labor Standards. In 1978 she payments. I am concerned with the reimburse- survived by his wife Karen McLean and his embraced the role of Committee Archivist for ment rates and the Gross Domestic Product- mother Cecelia McLean. Carl D. Perkins (D–KY), Chairman of the based formula known as the Sustainable Jason McKay spent four years as a volun- Committee on Education and Labor. While Growth Rate (SGR) used to calculate teer firefighter in the High Desert town of serving in this capacity Cindy was instrumental healthcare services rendered. Using the SGR Adelanto before joining the Forest Service five in expanding the use of computers in Com- years ago. He also served on the Mojave formula, without this fix, Medicare was sched- mittee office operations. Greens Type II crew. He was a certified EMT uled to cut physician payments by nearly 5 Milestones during her career at the House and earned an associate’s degree in fire percent effective January 1, 2007. I believe include; managing a Micro VAX computer sys- science. He was a resident of Phelan, also in tem supporting the Full Committee and eight that we need to reform our reimbursement the High Desert. He is survived by his mother Subcommittees, implementation of a Novell structure to keep physicians participating in Bonnie J. McKay and his father Robert Network and authoring a Personal Computer both Medicare and TRICARE. The constitu- McKay. Reference Guide for staff. Cindy also created ents in my district, both the doctors and pa- Daniel Hoover-Najera began his firefighting one of the first web sites in the House and tients, have called my office to let me know career with the Tahquitz Type II crew in 2005 was recognized by the Congressional Man- this is particularly important to them, especially and was serving as a seasonal Forest Service agement Foundation with an award for one of as the number of enrollees in both programs employee this year. He worked on the the best web sites on Capitol Hill setting the is increasing. I was very pleased this provision Tahquitz Type II crew in 2005 and was a sea- standard of excellence in web design. was included in H.R. 6111. sonal employee in 2006. Just 20 years old, he

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Mr. and attended Fire Academy of Riverside Com- Speaker, Billy Hibbs was a valuable member munity College. He is survived by his father HON. RALPH M. HALL of the community whose years of service will Pablo Cerda, Sr. OF TEXAS provide a legacy for many years to come. These five U.S. Forest Service firefighters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f on Engine Crew 57 on the San Jacinto Rang- Friday, December 8, 2006 ‘‘THE JOURNEY FOR HUMANITY’’ er District were dispatched early on the morn- MARCH IN WASHINGTON ing of Thursday, October 26 to fight the Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today it is my privi- Esperanza fire. Taking a stand atop a ridge to lege to honor the life of a dear friend, Billy protect a home, the crew and their engine Earl Hibbs, who passed away earlier this year HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. were overcome when the fire raced up the at the age of 67. Billy was a native Texan, OF NEW JERSEY slope. born on September 25th, 1938, in Quitman. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, it has been a little more than He graduated from Quitman High School and Friday, December 8, 2006 married his high school sweetheart, Eugenia a month since the loss of these brave fire- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to fighters, and their neighbors have overwhelm- Stroud in 1957. Eugenia and Billy had one child, Billy Earl Hibbs, Jr. honor a group of young individuals from Jour- ingly shown their support through donations ney for Humanity, of which I, along with my and help for their families. They are sorely Starting with a small, three-person insur- ance agency, Billy grew his business into Armenian Caucus Co-Chair, the gentleman missed by their communities, and by the from Michigan, Mr. KNOLLENBERG, had the op- greater community of federal firefighters. I ask Heartland Security Insurance Group, one of the largest insurance holding companies in the portunity to meet with last month. Their goal is my colleagues to please join in sending their to raise awareness and recognition of the Ar- families our condolences, as well as our sense Southwest. Heartland is one of the largest pro- viders of claims services to the Federal gov- menian Genocide, as well as other human of deep pride for those who dedicate them- rights atrocities occurring around the world selves to such selfless public service. ernment, including all branches of the military as well as non-military personnel injured in Af- today. Last month the group arrived in Washington, f ghanistan and Iraq. Despite its size, Heartland having walked across the country. The 3,000- maintains its Texas roots with it’s head- ON THE INTRODUCTION OF ‘‘THE mile Journey for Humanity walk began ap- quarters in Tyler and continues to serve al- NORTHWESTERN NEW MEXICO proximately 5 months ago in Los Angeles, CA most half the school districts in Texas. RURAL WATER PROJECTS ACT’’ with the support of the Armenian Assembly of The Texas Legislature recognized Billy’s ac- America. Since then, the marchers have complishments in 1981 for his success in han- crossed a dozen states and held rallies in HON. TOM UDALL dling the John Tyler High School fire loss. In eleven major U.S. cities to honor the victims OF NEW MEXICO 1990, he led the passage of a bond measure and survivors of all genocidal acts and ad- to provide upgrades to the City of Tyler’s infra- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vance the cause of genocide prevention. structure. A patron of the arts, Billy served as Friday, December 8, 2006 The group marched twenty miles a day until President of the East Texas Symphony Asso- it reached the Nation’s capital. Although the Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I ciation and worked to relocate performances walk officially concluded, the Journey con- rise today to introduce The Northwestern New to the Cowan Center at U.T. Tyler. Billy also tinues with hopes for a documentary and a Mexico Rural Water Projects Act. This legisla- served as President of the Tyler Civic Theatre book to archive their efforts at genocide tion, which was also introduced in the Senate where he oversaw construction of the awareness and prevention. They also have by my colleague from New Mexico Senator Braithwaite Theater and the opening of the plans for a series of lectures across college Bingaman, will ratify the historic San Juan Rogers Children’s Theatre. As President of the campuses to promote this important human River Settlement Agreement. This agreement, Tyler Rotary Club he became a Paul Harris rights message. signed by the Navajo Nation and the State of Fellow. Billy was a member of the Henry Bell For decades we’ve all heard the words New Mexico, will provide for the development Masonic Lodge, and a founding board mem- ‘‘never again,’’ yet we continue to see the of a rural water system to address the water ber of the Better Business Bureau of Central same type of horrors happening today. With needs of numerous New Mexicans, many of East Texas. He served as a board member for the death toll in the Darfur region of the Sudan them members of the Navajo Nation. Leadership Tyler, the Tyler Independent nearing 400,000, these young people hope to The settlement agreement, once ratified, will School District Foundation, and the Tyler show the importance of learning from the past resolve the Navajo Nation’s water rights with- Chamber of Commerce and was a member of and to prevent future genocides. out litigation. It will also provide a water supply the Order of the Rose. He was a member of As descendants of genocide survivors, for Gallup, New Mexico, and recognize author- the Pairs and Parents Sunday School class, these young men and women carry the mem- ized and existing uses of San Juan River an usher, and a past trustee of Marvin United ory and live in the reality of the consequences basin water. In exchange for relinquishing Methodist Church. Billy also remained active of genocide. As Americans, it is our collective some of their claims to water from the San in the Independent Insurance Agents at local, responsibility to inform our country about atro- Juan River basin, the Navajo Nation will ben- state, and national levels throughout his life. cious crimes against humanity, in an attempt efit from water development projects which in- In 2004, Billy was inducted into the Junior to prevent future episodes. clude the Navajo-Gallup project and the Nav- Achievement ‘‘Business Hall of Fame,’’ and I commend their courage and passion, as ajo Nation Municipal pipeline. The pipeline will made a member of the honor business frater- well as the Armenian Assembly, for their ef- convey water from the Animas-La Plata nity, Beta Gamma Sigma, at the University of forts in raising public awareness and affirma- project from the city of Farmington, New Mex- Texas at Tyler. In 2005, Hibbs-Hallmark & tion of these crimes against humanity. I heart- ico, to numerous Navajo communities and the Company was honored with the Better Busi- ily support their endeavors. city of Shiprock. ness Bureau’s ‘‘Torch Award’’ for dem- Mr. Speaker, next Congress I, along with The Navajo Nation, the State of New Mex- onstrating a commendable ethical record over my Armenian Caucus Co-Chair Joe Knollen- ico and many other residents of northwestern the years, and recently, the Tyler Rotary Club berg and my fellow Caucus colleagues ADAM New Mexico put a tremendous amount of work honored Hibbs by distinguishing all present SCHIFF and GEORGE RADANOVICH, plan to re- into reaching an agreement that will provide a and future donors of $1,000 as ‘‘Billy Hibbs introduce a resolution affirming the Armenian more secure future for many vulnerable com- Fellows.’’ Genocide. The truth of the past must be told munities. I am proud to be able to contribute Billy is survived by his loving wife of 48 and acknowledged as a first step to genocide today to their efforts by introducing the House years, Eugenia ‘‘Jeannie’’ Hibbs, his son Billy prevention. I encourage all Members of this companion bill and starting it down the path of E. Hibbs, Jr., and daughter-in law Tisa Weiss body to cosponsor this important resolution.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.132 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2221 TRIBUTE TO MRS. THELMA received many honors, awards, recognitions, But along with our national successes and GIBSON and certificates. The most recent accomplish- economic achievements under two ‘‘orange’’ ment to Mrs. Gibson’s credit is authoring her prime ministers, there have been disappoint- ments and miscalculations. Infighting HON. KENDRICK B. MEEK autobiography, Forbearance: Thelma Vernell among my political allies has been the big- OF FLORIDA Anderson Gibson, The Life Story of a Coconut gest disappointment. Some ‘‘orange’’ politi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Grove Native that was released in the Fall of cians have ignored their fundamental duty Friday, December 8, 2006 2000. Mrs. Gibson also sponsors the Thelma to deliver results for the public good. In- Gibson Health Initiative, housed at the Theo- stead, gaining political power and seeking Mr. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise dore R. Gibson Building, that provides free the limelight have become their goal. As our today to honor and congratulate Mrs. Thelma testing and assistance for HIV and AIDS in- country’s democracy continues to mature, I Gibson who will celebrate her 80th birthday on fected persons. Her latest project is the Theo- am convinced that a young cadre of leaders December 17th with friends, families and well will rise through the ranks of Ukraine’s dore and Thelma School of the Performing democratic parties to create a political re- wishers. Arts located on Grand Avenue in Coconut Mrs. Gibson is a South Florida institution, a newal. Grove where the students receive academic woman who has dedicated herself to a lifelong On my watch, the corruption that has his- training with a focus on the Arts. pursuit of education, while focusing on improv- torically emanated from the president’s of- Mr. Speaker, I know all my colleagues join ing public healthcare in our community and in- fice ceased. Thousands of election officials, me in honoring Mrs. Gibson, a truly great lady, tax collectors, foot patrols, road police and stilling the virtues of community service and as she celebrates her 80th birthday. We can customs agents were brought to justice for volunteerism in all people who are graced by only wonder and marvel at the achievements petty corruption. Yet the biggest abusers of her presence. that are still before her. public office remain at large because of Mrs. Gibson is the sixth of fourteen children unreformed prosecutors and corruption in and was born on December 17, 1926 to f the courts. I have recently initiated a num- Sweetlon Counts Albury Anderson and Thom- PRESIDENT YUSCHENKO’S ber of anti-corruption bills to reform the criminal justice system and the courts, and as Theodore Anderson. Mrs. Gibson is the EDITORIAL mother of 2 children, Charles Gibson and I will continue to press parliament for Deveniece Gibson. She has 7 sisters and speedy action. brothers—Joyce, Doris, Percy, Donald, Hu- HON. ROBERT WEXLER Because we were preoccupied with domes- OF FLORIDA tic political reforms this year, we failed to bert, Alvin and Herma—and has a host of lov- communicate effectively with our inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing nieces and nephews. Mrs. Gibson is a na- national partners. I want to explain where tive Miamian and the widow of the late Rev- Friday, December 8, 2006 Ukraine stands and where we are heading. erend Canon Theodore Roosevelt Gibson. Mr. WEXLER. Mr. Speaker, the following is Democracy and stability—two inter- Mrs. Gibson received her formative edu- dependent principles—form the basis of my an op-ed written by President Victor cation at Coconut Grove Training School for agenda. To this end, I will continue constitu- Yuschenko of Ukraine, which appeared in the Colored Elementary School, Coconut Grove tional reforms that facilitate the effective Washington Post on November 29, 2006. As Junior High School, and George Washington work of government and prevent a return to Carver High School, from which she grad- a strong supporter of United States-Ukrainian authoritarianism or the usurpation of power. uated in February 1944. After graduation, Mrs. bilateral relations and Ukraine’s further inte- Today there is a balance of political power between two directly elected democratic Gibson attended Saint Agnes School of Nurs- gration into the trans-Atlantic community, I be- lieve it is imperative that the upcoming 110th bodies: the president and parliament. The ing at Saint Augustine’s College in Raleigh, prime minister, although not directly elect- North Carolina and graduated in August 1947 Congress play a greater role in fostering co- operation between our two nations. To do so, ed, represents a majority of the parliamen- as a Registered Nurse with a specialty in op- tarians. Bills specifying the role of the gov- erating room techniques. She then returned we must be prepared to reach out to President erning coalition and the opposition have yet home to work at Jackson Memorial Hospital in Yuschenko, Prime Minister Yanukovych and to be passed. But let there be no mistake: the operating room, where she had been ap- all the Ukrainian people as they take the Together we share responsibility for shaping, proved for a position. Her employer, however, sometimes difficult steps to further democ- executing and controlling laws and state upon realizing that she was of Color, assigned ratize. It is essential that Ukraine continues to policies. have the support of the United States and our Second, constitutional reforms are incom- her to work on the Colored wards. plete, and as a result there is a political Mrs. Gibson continued her education in European allies during this period of transition, so that the ideals of freedom and democracy asymmetry. We will continue refining a reli- nursing by taking an advanced course from able system of checks and balances between Florida A & M University taught by Dr. Mary developed and echoed during the Orange the presidency, parliament and coalition Carnegie, Dean of Nursing, in a classroom Revolution come to bear. government to expedite policy decision mak- provided by Jackson Memorial Hospital. In the The text of President Yuschenko’s editorial ing. To meet these objectives, I have com- summers of 1954 and 1955, while preparing to follows: missioned a group of constitutional experts work in Public Health Nursing, Mrs. Gibson Two years ago an authoritarian regime’s to recommend amendments to strengthen took advanced courses at Catholic University attempt to hijack the presidential election our nascent democratic institutions. in Washington, DC. During the summers of in Ukraine failed. As official results were an- Third, our law on national security pro- motes participation and membership in pan- 1956 and 1957, she attended the University of nounced, disbelief provoked millions of citi- zens to pour into the streets in protest. They European and regional systems of collective North Carolina, Chapel Hill, where she en- took a stand against those discredited offi- security. Membership in the European Union rolled in courses on cancer and communicable cials who hid behind law enforcement bodies and NATO, as well as good relations and disease nursing. From there, she attended in an attempt to prolong their corrupt hold strategic partnerships with Russia and other courses given through the University of Miami on power. Those days and weeks are known countries in the Commonwealth of Inde- in 1957 and 1958 out of the home of an in- as Ukraine’s Orange Revolution. pendent States, are not romantic ideas of the structor who lived in Coconut Grove at the In the time since, my main goal as presi- Orange Revolution—they are founded in corner of Main Highway and Lennox Avenue. dent has been to institutionalize democracy Ukrainian law. The president, coalition gov- ernment and parliament determine the speed A course was also provided at Booker T. and guarantee that it is irreversible. Many of the wrongs in my country have been cor- with which these goals are reached. Washington Senior High School. Finally, in rected. We are maintaining our unwavering Most important, the democratic debates in 1959, Mrs. Gibson attended Teachers College commitment to the principles of freedom. Kiev’s halls of power are now centered on at Columbia University, New York and earned We agreed to shift constitutional powers ideas about competing economic theories, her Bachelor of Science degree in nursing from an authoritarian presidency to a coali- values and worldviews. Our current system education. tion government formed by parliament to of checks and balances requires policy co- For more than 50 years, Mrs. Gibson has end the country’s political impasse. And we ordination, party coexistence and political been a trailblazer in education, mental and abolished state censorship of the media, compromise for us to move forward. Not ev- physical health programs, and a community while also forbidding interference in news re- eryone likes the new rules of the game, and some are having trouble playing in this new leader who served her church and family. In porting. This year free and fair elections were held reality—but Ukraine’s democracy is here to August of 1997, she was appointed as Interim at national, regional and local levels. Over- stay. City Commissioner and served on the City of seeing the peaceful and democratic transi- As president, my historic mission is to Miami Commission through November 1997. tion of power was my unique test, as it guarantee that Ukraine’s national goals are Mrs. Gibson holds memberships on numer- brought back to office my former political reached not through political dictates but ous boards, committees, and panels, and has opponents. through an institutionalized democratic

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He cant and lasting achievements of the Orange Revolution. the policy makers and now military family was the senior partner of Rowland and Keirn members are routinely represented on Con- for 18 years, and in 1990 opened his own firm f gressionally-mandated advisory panels and in Bryan/College Station, where he practiced TRIBUTE TO SYDNEY TALLY HICK- DoD working groups and councils that develop until his death. At the same time, he taught a EY—MILITARY FAMILY ADVO- and oversee programs and benefits applicable course at Texas A&M College of Business, CATE, NATIONAL MILITARY to them. She was one of the pioneers who where he shared his wealth of corporate expe- FAMILY ASSOCIATION taught and encouraged family members to get rience and knowledge teaching young Aggies involved in the representative process, by sit- about starting their own business. HON. JAMES P. MORAN ting on boards and councils and teaching Sam was a member of the Corp of Cadets at Texas A&M, the 12th Man Foundation Ex- OF VIRGINIA them how to work with legislators. She helped ecutive Board, and Past President of the A&M IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES military family members become their own best advocates. Letterman’s Association. He was a member of Friday, December 8, 2006 Sydney’s work brought her many awards the Bryan Rotary Club, the Silver Haired Sup- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise and recognitions, including the 1992 National per Club of Highland Park, and the Texas today to pay tribute to Sydney Tally Hickey, Citizenship Award from the Military Chaplains A&M Past Presidents Club of Houston and military family advocate and member of the Association, the 1993 Defense Transition San Antonio. He was a member of the Hous- Board of Governors of the National Military Services Award from the University of Central ton Bar Association and the Brazos County Family Association (NMFA)—in recognition of Florida, the 1998 ‘‘Champion for Children’’ Bar Association. Sam’s faith was premiere in her distinguished service to her country. From award from the Military Impacted Schools As- his life, and he was a member of the First 1983, when she joined the NMFA Government sociation, and the 1999 Department of De- Baptist Church in Bryan for 20 years and a Relations staff, until her death on December 1, fense Medal for Distinguished Public Service. member of the Little River Baptist Church in 2006, she taught an entire generation of In that same year, NMFA established an Jones Prairie. NMFA members to be consummate advocates award for exceptional service to uniformed Sam will be greatly missed by his family, his and better the lives of hundreds of thousands service families, presented it to Mrs. Hickey, wife of 25 years, Betsy Kay Rowland of Bryan, of active duty, National Guard, Reserve and and named it in her honor. She also received daughters Melinda Rowland of Lafayette, LA, retired service members, their families, and the Military Coalition’s Award of Merit and rec- and Michele Hanlon of San Antonio, sons Stu- survivors. She did this by being smart, de- ognition by the Defense Commissary Agency art Rowland of Arlington and Sean Ryan and tailed, and persistent—armed with the facts, for her work as a ‘‘legendary champion for the wife Glenda of Tyler, brother-in-law Bill Vorlop an unblinking perseverance, and a luminous causes of military life.’’ of Dallas, two nephews and their families, two passion. Sydney Hickey’s legacy is greater than a list grandchildren, and two great-grandchildren. I had the honor of knowing Ms. Hickey per- of awards. Her legacy is seen every day in the He was preceded in death by a son, Scott, his sonally. She was a military family member all dedication and accomplishments of the people parents, Wordna Reed Rowland and Ray her life as an Air Force daughter and Navy she mentored over the years: NMFA volun- Davis Rowland, and his sister, Wanda Vorlop. spouse. She was married to Capt. Dennis J. teers and employees, military family members, Sam Rowland was a friend, mentor, and Hickey IV, who is retired from the U.S. Navy, leaders of military associations, and countless role model for so many whose lives he touched and influenced, and his memory will and has her two daughters and a grandson. others. It is in the increased awareness of mili- be kept alive in the hearts of those who loved In 1983, she joined the NMFA Government tary families that Members of Congress, their and admired him. Mr. Speaker, as we adjourn Relations staff and served as the Vice Presi- staffs, DoD civilians, contractors, and others today, let us do so in memory of this out- dent of the Department from 1987 to 1990. On gained, thanks to their interactions with Mrs. standing American—Sam E. Rowland. January 1, 1990, she was selected to become Hickey. Military families who may never know the Association’s first paid professional staff the name of Sydney Tally Hickey have bene- f member and served as Director of Govern- fited from her body of work and have an en- TRIBUTE TO THE STAFF OF THE ment Relations until her retirement in October hanced quality of life due to her efforts. Today, UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA DU- 1999. Mrs. Hickey continued her work with the we honor the memory of this tireless advo- LUTH Government Relations Department as a volun- cate, whose life was a tribute to the military teer consultant on health care issues. She families she served. also served on the NMFA’s Board of Gov- HON. JAMES L. OBERSTAR f OF MINNESOTA ernors. Over the years, military families everywhere IN TRIBUTE TO SAM ROWLAND IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES benefited from Sydney’s hard work and fore- Friday, December 8, 2006 sight. She was the driving force behind the set HON. RALPH M. HALL Mr. OBERSTAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of transition benefits Congress put in place for OF TEXAS to pay tribute to the staff members of the Uni- service members and families during the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES versity of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) who were drawdown following the first Gulf War. Recog- Friday, December 8, 2006 named recipients of the Governor’s Minnesota nizing that military families overseas deserved Government Reaching Environmental Achieve- the same access to federal safety net pro- Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to ments Together (MnGREAT) Award for supe- grams as those living in the United States, pay tribute to a good friend, great Texan, and rior environmental achievement by Min- Sydney and NMFA worked aggressively for wonderful individual, Sam Rowland, who nesota’s public agencies. The award rep- several years to secure the legislation creting passed away recently, leaving a legacy of ac- resents the highest level of environmental the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) nutri- complishments and good will that will last for achievement within the State of Minnesota. tion program overseas. Thanks to her work, generations to come. Sam was devoted to The five UMD staff members who received military families stationed overseas also be- God, his family, friends, and the Law, and he the environmental achievement award are Erik came eligible for the Earned Income Tax applied the principles of his faith to his career Larson (UMD Facilities Management, Engi- Credit and Supplemental Security Income. and his many civic and humanitarian affili- neer/Project Manager), Wade Lawrence (Di- Frequently invited to provide testimony be- ations. rector of Glensheen), and Peggy Dahlberg, fore Congressional Committees on issues fac- Sam came from a family of educators. He Sheryl Lind, and Dan McClelland (UMD Facili- ing military families, she also helped guide the graduated from Highland Park High School in ties Management Grounds Department). development of many of today’s family readi- Dallas, attended Texas A&M University on a The award recognizes the low impact devel- ness programs. Thanks in part to her foresight baseball scholarship, earned an accounting opment and shoreline bank stabilization in anticipating the needs of families and her degree from Texas A&M in 1955, and grad- projects constructed at the Glensheen Historic skill in articulating these needs, Congress and uated from SMU School of Law in 1960. Sam Estate in Duluth. The goals of the projects the Department of Defense established many had a long and interesting business career. were: to improve water quality of storm water vital enhancements to the quality of life of mili- He began his corporate experience at Texas from Glensheen’s parking lots into Lake Supe- tary families. Instruments in Dallas and went on to form a rior; to stabilize the clay bank in order to re- Sydney Hickey helped to take the voice of publicly held company in the early days of duce wave, rain, and surface flow erosion dur- the military family from a whisper to a giant microchips. ing large storms; and to provide a location

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Innovative methods of Many years before the tragic events of Sep- treating the runoff from these changed condi- tember 11, 2001, Sri Lanka was confronting Mr. TANCREDO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today tions are imperative to maintaining the health the grim specter of suicide terrorism. In fact, to offer my praise for the heroic actions of several law enforcement agencies in Colo- of the lake. many of the suicide tactics utilized by terrorists rado. Authorities from the Jefferson County The project was done as a joint effort with in the Middle East originated with the Tamils. Southern St. Louis Soil and Water Conserva- Sheriff’s Office, Park County Sheriff’s Office Because of this and because of their ties with tion District, Minnesota Board of Soil and and Colorado State Patrol acted in a swift and Water, Wisconsin Sea Grant and the Carlton, other international terrorist groups, the Tamils competent manner during the hostage standoff Cook, Lake North and South St. Louis Joint pose a threat to Americans around the globe at Platte Canyon High School in Bailey, Colo- Powers Board of Soil and Waters Conserva- as well. rado on September 27, 2006. Mr. Speaker, these men and women risked tion Districts. Despite the fact that a cease-fire remains in their lives to help save students that had been I am proud and honored to share with my effect, over the past year, the Liberation Ti- colleagues this well-deserved tribute for the taken hostage by an adult gunman. The situa- gers of Tam Eelam (LITTE) have continued to hardworking staff of the University of Min- tion sparked strong reminders of Columbine nesota Duluth and their innovative efforts to commit acts of violence against the legitimate High School from April 20, 1999. improve the environment in the Duluth area. Government of Sri Lanka. The recent spate of Mr. Speaker, that day a young woman lost her life. As Emily Keyes escaped her captor, f violence began in August of last year with the assassination of Sri Lanka’s Foreign Minister, he shot and fatally wounded her. Her family AMBASSADOR JEANE J. Lakshman Kadirgamar. In a further attempt to has requested that this tribute be made to law KIRKPATRICK enforcement. In my conversation with the fam- damage the democratic process, the LITTE ily, they thankfully praised the Jefferson Coun- prevented the Tamil population in the Wanni ty Special Weapons and Tactics Regional HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI region from voting in the Presidential election OF OHIO Team for their actions. The family has since last November. Since the Inauguration of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been in consistent communication with them President Mahinda Rajapaksa, the LTTE has and thankful for the role that they have played Friday, December 8, 2006 stepped up attacks on unarmed civilians in- in the community. Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I join those who cluding the use of fragmentation bombs The Keyes family has also expressed grate- mourn the death of former United Nations Am- against a bus killing 64 and injuring 80. Addi- fulness for Park County Sheriff Fred Wegener. bassador Jeane J. Kirkpatrick. Ambassador tionally, they have carried out assassinations He was the man who gave the go ahead that Kirkpatrick was a great American patriot and day to storm the classroom in an effort to save of the Commander of the Sri Lanka Army and champion of liberty for those living under the lives of the remaining hostages. The Communist or other totalitarian regimes. the Deputy Chief of Staff of the Army and at- Keyes’ family has continued to honor their Like President Reagan, who appointed her tacked a convoy of off-duty sailors, killing 94 daughter since her tragic death. Her memorial to the U.N. post, Ambassador Kirkpatrick was and injuring many more. In all of these cases, and a charity bike ride have attracted thou- an American original. She became a Repub- the attacks were carried out by suicide bomb- sands of supporters; a testament to what I’m lican when she found that the Democratic ers. certain was a wonderful and bright young Party no longer reflected her values, just as The LTTE has cultivated a worldwide net- woman. Reagan did. She was Reagan’s first female Mr. Speaker, while the events at Platte Can- work of weapons suppliers. Here in the United cabinet level appointee, and was his point per- yon are tragic, the Keyes family has carried son at the U.N., where she was a brilliant ad- States, the FBI was able to apprehend Tamil the memory of their daughter and support the vocate for her country’s interests. agents who attempted to purchase surface-to- actions made by law enforcement that day. If Ambassador Kirkpatrick did not originate air missiles in New York and Maryland. Tamil f the phrase ‘‘Blame America First,’’ she cer- agents have been arrested here for attempting 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF WELDON’S tainly brought it to the attention of the Amer- to bribe customs agents and funnel illicit funds SADDLE SHOP AND WESTERN ican people with her use of the words in de- through charities. While the Tamils continue fending President Reagan’s foreign policy at WEAR their attempts to operate in the United States, the 1984 Republican convention. She pointed out that Democrats and other critics were Federal authorities are vigorously investigating HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS quick to place the responsibility for all the and prosecuting those who are recruiting sup- OF TEXAS world’s problems at the feet of their own coun- port for terrorism in Sri Lanka. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ty. Somehow, Ambassador Kirkpatrick said, The Sri Lankan Government gives every in- Friday, December 8, 2006 they always blame America first. Unfortu- dication that it is committed to a peaceful set- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nately, those words too often still apply today. tlement to this conflict within their nation’s bor- Ambassador Kirkpatrick deserves a large congratulate Mr. Weldon Burgoon and his ders. Even after an attempt on the life of De- share of the credit for helping the U.S. win the business, Weldon’s Saddle Shop and Western Cold War. Her efforts brought freedom to fense Secretary Rajapakse, the President’s Wear, for 50 years of outstanding service in many around the globe who otherwise may brother, the government refuses to institute an the Denton community. Weldon Burgoon began hand-tooling leather not have been able to enjoy it. She remained outright ban on the Tamil Tigers. Norwegian goods during his teenage years while attend- a passionate spokesperson for her country’s peace negotiators, who had presided over the ing a class at Sanger High School, in the 26th interests until her death. Her voice has been current cease-fire agreements, continue their District of Texas. There he met and later mar- silenced now, and it will be missed. efforts to bring the LTTE to the peace table ried his wife, Joy. His own business evolved f but, unfortunately, Tiger leader Prabhakaran after hand-tooling leather belts as a side job to OUR SOUTH ASIAN ALLY, SRI has called for a full resumption of hostilities. working in his father’s plumbing business. LANKA The government is ready to except the Tigers After opening its doors on the outskirts of as a peaceful political party but not as a pur- Denton in 1957, today Mr. Burgoon’s saddles HON. SCOTT GARRETT veyor of violence. are known worldwide for their quality and craftsmanship. OF NEW JERSEY Sri Lanka is a beautiful nation filled with Mr. Burgoon’s generosity and commitment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hopeful people who wish to live in peace, and to the Denton community has remained strong Friday, December 8, 2006 I am hopeful that they will soon see a resolu- during the past 50 years. His shop is a prin- Mr. GARRETT of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, tion to these dangerous difficulties. cipal supporter of the Denton County Live- in my time in Congress, I have had the oppor- stock Association’s Annual Youth Fair and

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MIKE McINTYRE Fraser Commission, which was formed in the stand here today and congratulate the 50th OF NORTH CAROLINA aftermath of the Democratic Party’s tumul- year of business for Weldon’s Saddle Shop IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tuous 1968 convention and changed the way and Western Wear. I am honored to serve Mr. Friday, December 8, 2006 party delegates were chosen, led to Disman- Weldon Burgoon in the U.S. House of Rep- tling the Parties: Reflections on Party Re- resentatives. Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to form and Party Decomposition, which AEI recognize the University of North Carolina at published in 1978. f Chapel Hill’s Women’s Soccer Team. Under Yet it was an essay written for Com- the leadership of Head Coach Anson mentary magazine in 1979, ‘‘Dictatorships HONORING THE MEMORY OF LT. Dorrance, the team won its 18th National and Double Standards’’ (later expanded into TOM BROWN a full-length book), that launched her into Championship on Sunday, December 3, de- the political limelight. In the article, Kirk- feating Notre Dame 2–1. patrick chronicled the failures of the Carter HON. RALPH M. HALL The Lady Tar Heels won 27 games in a row administration’s foreign policy and argued OF TEXAS on their way to claiming the championship tro- for a clearer understanding of the American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES phy. Led by senior Heather O’Reilly and fresh- national interest. Her essay matched Ronald man Casey Nogueira, this outstanding group Reagan’s instincts and convictions, and Friday, December 8, 2006 of athletes was the embodiment of tenacity, when he became president, he appointed her Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to determination, and teamwork. Their passion, to represent the United States at the United honor the memory of Lt. Tom Brown, my high talent, and success have inspired us all, and Nations. Ambassador Kirkpatrick was a member of the president’s cabinet and the school classmate, who died in service to his they have been the perfect role models for National Security Council. The United country on the 20th day of November, 1944, younger female athletes all across our Nation. States has lost a great patriot and champion during combat in World War II. Having re- Mr. Speaker, I would also like to recognize of freedom, and AEI mourns our beloved col- cently celebrated Veterans Day, we remember Coach Anson Dorrance. In the 27 years that league. and honor the brave men and women who women’s soccer has been an official NCAA Mr. Speaker, I also submit for the record a have sacrificed for this country. These vet- Division 1 collegiate sport, Coach Dorrance short biography of Ambassador Kirkpatrick erans, such as Lt. Brown, gave their lives in has led the UNC women’s soccer team to an published by AEI: the defense of those freedoms that we enjoy astounding 18 National Championships. To [From the American Enterprise Institute for today. put this number in perspective, John Wooden, Public Policy Research] legendary coach of the UCLA men’s basket- On the 19th of November, 1944, American JEANE J. KIRKPATRICK, SENIOR FELLOW forces were attacking positions in and around ball team and one of the greatest coaches of Jeane J. Kirkpatrick was the first woman Schleiden, Germany. Part of Company ‘‘K’’ be- all time in any sport, coached his team to 10 appointed to serve as permanent representa- came pinned down under heavy enemy fire National Championships. Coach Anson tive of the United States to the United Na- and was in danger of suffering heavy casual- Dorrance’s success is truly unprecedented, tions and as a member of Ronald Reagan’s ties. Lt. Brown, a platoon leader at the time, and it is a testament to his remarkable leader- Cabinet and National Security Council. She recognized the gravity of the situation and ship, vision, and skills. served as a member of the President’s For- leapt to his feet. Shouting words of encour- The women’s soccer program at UNC– eign Intelligence Advisory Board (1985–1990) agement to his men, he charged the enemy, Chapel Hill has a long and distinguished his- and the Defense Policy Review Board (1985– firing as he ran. Upon seeing this courageous tory of winning and producing some of the 1993), and she also chaired the Secretary of best soccer talent in the world. Mia Hamm, Defense Commission on Fail Safe and Risk example set by their leader in the face of the Reduction of the Nuclear Command and Con- enemy, the rest of the men followed his lead Cindy Parlow, Lori Chalupny, and a host of trol System (1992). Dr. Kirkpatrick headed and took up the assault. So surprised was the other players started at UNC before going on the U.S. delegation to the Human Rights enemy that a large number were either de- to excel in national and international competi- Commission in 2003. stroyed or taken prisoner. Led by Lt. Brown, tions like the FIFA World Cup. The players on For this and related government service, the platoon moved into its’ sector of the town the 2006 team are no exception. Today, I offi- Dr. Kirkpatrick was awarded the Medal of with a minimum of casualties. On the basis of cially congratulate the Lady Tar Heels for win- Freedom—the Nation’s highest civilian these heroic actions, Lt. Brown was rec- ning the 2006 NCAA Championship, and I honor—in May 1985 and received her second wish them the best as they continue to be Department of Defense Distinguished Public ommended for the Silver Star. Service Medal—the highest civilian honor of Tragically, the following day, while attacking leaders of women’s collegiate soccer. the Department of Defense—in December Neidermer, Lt. Brown, leading his men, was f 1992. In 2002, the Council on Foreign Rela- moving through the left side of the town when tions established the Jeane J. Kirkpatrick REMEMBERING AMBASSADOR an enemy machine gun opened fire from a Chair in National Security, and in 1999 the JEANE J. KIRKPATRICK basement window and killed him instantly. Al- Kennedy School at Harvard University es- though his men immediately destroyed the tablished the Kirkpatrick Chair in Inter- enemy position, his loss was a great blow to HON. FRANK R. WOLF national Affairs. She has held the Leavey Chair of Government at Georgetown Univer- the Battalion and was keenly felt by the men. OF VIRGINIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sity from 1978. In a letter to his family, Lt. Col. Roger S. For her work on NATO enlargement, Whiteford noted, ‘‘The courage, initiative, lead- Friday, December 8, 2006 Vaclav Havel, president of the Czech Repub- ership, and indomitable fortitude displayed by Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, we learned some lic, awarded her the Tomas Garrigue Masa- Lt. Brown at the time definitely saved the lives sad news this morning. Jeane J. Kirkpatrick, ryk Order, the Czech Republic State Decora- ¨ of some of his men and materially aided in the the first woman appointed to serve as perma- tion (1998), and H.E. Arpad Goncz, president of Hungary, presented her with the Hun- successful continuation of the attack. By his nent representative of the United States to the outstanding devotion to duty in accomplishing garian Presidential Gold Medal (1999). For United Nations and as a member of President other work, she received the 50th Anniver- these heroic deeds, Lt. Brown gained the Reagan’s cabinet and National Security Coun- sary Friend of Zion Award from the prime greatest respect and admiration of all the offi- cil, passed away yesterday at age 80. At the minister of Israel (1998); the Casey Medal of cers and men and the Battalion mourns his time of her death, Ambassador Kirkpatrick was Honor from the Center for Security Studies loss not only as that of a highly capable and a senior fellow at the American Enterprise In- (1998); the Grand Officier Du Wissam Al exceptional leader but also as a true friend.’’ stitute (AEI) for Public Policy Research. Alaoui Medal from the king of Morocco Lt. Tom Brown reminds us of the great sac- Mr. Speaker, I would like to share with our (2000); and the Living Legends Medal from rifices made by the many men and women of the librarian of the Library of Congress colleagues the following statement posted (2000). our armed services who regard the safety of today on the Web site of AEI: Dr. Kirkpatrick has received many other this nation more highly than their own per- IN MEMORIAM: JEANE J. KIRKPATRICK, 1926– awards and decorations, including: the sonal comfort and safety. I ask my colleagues 2006 Award of the Commonwealth Fund; the Gold to honor the service of one who gave his life AEI senior fellow Jeane J. Kirkpatrick, Medal of the Veterans of Foreign Wars; the in service to our Nation—Lt. Tom Brown. who joined the Institute in 1978, died yester- Hubert H. Humphrey Award of the American

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Friday, December 8, 2006 After her service in the U.S. government, Ms. Juske has provided a valuable service she returned to her previous positions as Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, through rain, as a President of the Brickyard Seniors Club, Leavey Professor of Government at George- sleet, and snow George Gould has been a and I would like to express my deep apprecia- town University and as senior fellow at AEI. Voice of reason in a complex and significant tion to her. Dr. Kirkpatrick also writes and speaks on a area of American life—the delivery of our mail. f range of issues concerning foreign policy and George’s professionalism, integrity, and ex- security affairs and participates in the ongo- IN HONOR OF MARTIN GOLD ing dialogue on public issues. pertise have been real assets to both the Na- tional Association of Letter Carriers and the Dr. Kirkpatrick’s published works include: HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY Good Intentions (2003); The Withering Away United States Postal Service. It is no coinci- OF NEW YORK of the Totalitarian State; Legitimacy and dence that in the 27 years George has served Force (2 vols.); The Reagan Phenomenon; NALC, relations between the 300,000 employ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dictatorships & Double Standards; Disman- ees represented by NALC and the USPS have Friday, December 8, 2006 tling the Parties: Reflections on Party Re- been harmonious. George’s contributions to Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor form and Party Decomposition; The New making the USPS the most efficient and reli- Presidential Elite; Political Woman; and the life and reflect on the passing of Martin able public postal service in the world have Gold of the Bronx, New York. He was 90 Leader and Vanguard in Mass Society: A been significant. Study of Peronist Argentina. She is also the years old. author of numerous monograms and articles. In fact, George is the longest-serving lob- On October 3, 2006, Martin left us for a bet- Dr. Kirkpatrick received an A.B. from Bar- byist in NALC’s history, and served two NALC ter place, leaving behind his wife Helen, a son nard College, M.A. and Ph.D. degrees from presidents as Assistant for Legislative and Po- Robert Mariconi, many friends and admirers, Columbia University, and studied at the In- litical Affairs. Before joining the union in 1979, and a far better Bronx thanks to his tireless stitute de Science Politique in Paris. he worked for 15 years on Capitol Hill, the last advocacy. three as the staff director of the House Sub- Martin Gold was a passionate advocate of f committee on Postal Operations and Services. senior citizens, veterans, and the overall beau- Over the years, George served as chairman tification of the Bronx. IN HONOR OF MARY PITTMAN of the FAIR Coalition (the Fund for Assuring He was the longtime Legislative Chairman an Independent Retirement), a postal-federal for the Aging in America Community Services, HON. RALPH M. HALL employee grouping that fought to protect and Senior Center in the Bronx. enhance federal employee pensions and other He fought against the privatization of Social OF TEXAS benefits. Security, the prescription drug plan that cre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES George’s work for NALC helped bring about ated a donut-hole and left millions of seniors greater political freedom for federal workers Friday, December 8, 2006 without coverage, cuts to Medicare and other through the reform of the Hatch Act in 1993 senior services programs. Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute and has advanced the cause of postal reform Martin was also a leader in fighting for addi- to a well-known and respected Grayson Coun- legislation. Indeed, it is a fitting tribute to tional benefits and better and more respectful ty citizen, businesswoman and politician, Mary George that Congress on this very day stands treatment for veterans, including greater ac- Pittman, who passed away on September 30 ready to complete its work on this critical leg- cess to health care and ensuring waiting lists at her Van Alstyne home. islation. at VA hospitals disappeared. Mary was active in the Grayson County Re- ‘‘America’s letter carriers have benefitted He himself served our Nation proudly in the publican Party. A participant at all levels, she tremendously from George’s many years of United States Navy for 8 years aboard the hosted numerous Republican events at her service as NALC’s chief lobbyist on Capitol Valley Forge. home. She was a friend and advisor to me Hill,’’ said NALC President William H. Young. He would often write to me, organize peti- and many others who sought her assistance in I wish George, my friend for almost three tion drives and speak to myself and my staff their political campaigns and in their perform- decades, and his wife Diane, nothing but hap- about important bills and the need to look out ance of official duties. piness and success a they enter the next for seniors and veterans in Congress. Mary was born in Commerce, Texas, and chapter of their lives. Additionally, he was a true champion for a moved to Van Alstyne in 1967 where she es- f greater Bronx, himself organizing anti-graffiti campaigns to beautify the borough—a cam- tablished Greenbriar Charolais Farms and HONORING JEAN JUSKE Mary Pittman’s Tea House. She was an active paign he launched in 1994, when he was 78 and dedicated member of her community, in- years old. In the neighborhoods around Pelham Park- cluding membership in the Hurricane Creek HON. RAHM EMANUEL way North, he would monitor 50 mailboxes to Rotary Club, the Grayson County Republican OF ILLINOIS keep them clean. The Post Office gives him Party and Daughters of the American Revolu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the specific shades of blue and green paints tion. Mary’s many contributions to these and Friday, December 8, 2006 for the boxes, and a local neighborhood asso- other endeavors will be long remembered and Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- ciation donates the brushes and other sup- appreciated. nize the contributions that my constituent, Ms. plies. Survivors include her daughters, DeeAnn Jean Juske, has made to her community. For It was these efforts that led our former Cummings, Robin Reynolds Bums and hus- more than 25 years, she has served as an of- Bronx Borough President to award him the band Bill, and Janet Cooley and husband ficer with the Brickyard Seniors Club, and for ‘‘Quality of Life Award’’. James, ten grandchildren and ten the past few years she has served as that or- He was one of the great Bronx residents greatgrandchildren. As a lasting memorial to ganization’s President. who is changing the minds of America about this wonderful mother and grandmother, the The Brickyard is an important organization what type of place the Bronx is. The Bronx family established a Mary Pittman Scholarship for seniors in northwest Chicago that provides that Howard Cosell referenced is not the Fund benefiting students at Grayson County opportunities for socializing, community activ- Bronx that Martin Gold left us. College. ism, and education. As President for the past We have the second largest public park in As the 109th Congress comes to a close, let several years, Jean Juske made sure that the City, Pelham Park, and serve as home to us remember those Americans who contribute Brickyard members had lively meetings on the the Bronx Zoo and the Bronx Botanical Gar- so much of their time and talent to their com- first and third Monday of the month that fea- den. munities and to our democracy—Americans tured not only bingo games and other activi- The Bronx is also home to over 1.4 million such as Mary Pittman whose efforts help keep ties, but also included guest speakers and vis- people and so many lovely communities from America strong. its from elected officials. City Island to Throggs Neck to Co-op City.

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HOYER f minimum wage increased, wanted our children OF MARYLAND to have a better education, wanted business, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN CELEBRATION OF THE LIFE OF particularly in black communities to thrive, and Friday, December 8, 2006 WILBERT BLACK wanted the best for his city, the city of East Cleveland. Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, today I would like HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES to recognize the contributions of my friend and I can just hear him saying, ‘‘Miss Jones, an excellent, committed public servant for OF OHIO Miss Jones, what about these Democrats . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Prince George’s County and the State of Miss Jones, Miss Jones I am so glad Rums- Maryland, Lynn Skerpon of Upper Marlboro. Friday, December 8, 2006 feld is gone . . . Miss Jones, President Bush For six years, Lynn served as the very ef- Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise in is in trouble now!’’ His television was always fective, efficient and competent Register of celebration of the life of Wilbert Black. It on CNN, and I can remember vividly having Wills in Prince George’s County. She was ap- seems like Mr. Black has always been a part spirited political conversations in his salon with pointed to this position on August 1, 2000, and of my life—not true. I started frequenting his him and Mrs. Black, and Darryl. then was elected to a four-year term in No- place of business 20 years ago. Back then his The Black Family was a strong one. Often vember 2002. chair is where Darryl’s chair is now. when I arrived at the salon they would show As the Washington Post noted in an edi- At that time you could not make an appoint- me their pictures from their numerous trips torial this past September: ‘‘The register of ment—it was first come, first served. My sister across the country. I especially remember the wills is not, as some have suggested, a mere Barbara would come home from Connecticut ones from the fights in Atlantic City and Las court clerk but a significant job that in a given and we would race to be first at the salon, Vegas. We did attend one fight together in At- year administers some 4,000 estates, collects sometime as early as 5:00 or 6:00 in the lantic City. That photo now hangs on my wall millions in taxes and fees and sorts through morning. of fame in the salon. increasingly complicated legal issues.’’ In fact, He was known as ‘‘The Curl King,’’ in all of I always wanted to travel with him, but I was one of Lynn’s proudest moments was assist- his regalia—tuxedos, three-piece suits, Gator afraid that my wardrobe could not compete ing families of the September 11th victims and shoes and his hair always in place. He kept with Mr. Black’s impeccable sense of style. working with the federal government and other an immaculate salon with tasty treats like cof- When the expression ‘‘sharp as a tack’’ was agencies in expediting aid to the those fami- fee, cookies, wine, cheese and champagne. coined, they must have been talking about Mr. lies. Lynn is an accomplished, successful lawyer, Mr. Black not only was my hairstylist, he Black. He was always immaculately dressed— who also has great experience in the legisla- was my friend. He was never too busy for me. suit, shirts, shoes, tie, cuff links, all meticu- tive arena. She graduated from Princeton Uni- He always made himself available, offering lously selected. Each hair on his head would versity in 1975, and then acquired her law de- constructive criticism and encouraging words. be in place. He was often known to do hair in gree from the State University of New York at He was my political ally. He had a wall in his his tuxedo! He took great pride in his appear- Buffalo School of Law three years later. shop dedicated to me and my accomplish- ance and I always admired that. ments. Everyone knew how much he re- Early in her career, Lynn practiced as a sole spected and adored me and how much I loved I had the privilege of nominating Mr. Black practitioner and in firms, focusing on estates him. for the Congressional Black Caucus Founda- and trusts. She was an assistant legislative of- He loved the city of East Cleveland. From tion’s Unsung Heroes award. I remember him ficer in the Office of the Governor from 1982 Euclid Avenue to Hayden Road to Noble being so proud receiving his award. We had a to 1984, and a hearing examiner with the Road, he was involved in every political cam- wonderful time that day. He is truly an unsung Maryland Tax Court from 1984 to 1986. She paign for candidates and issues. He worked hero. With more than 30 years in business, he also served as sessions counsel to Prince the polls and did whatever it took to ensure is an institution, an icon, a beacon on the George’s County Senators in 1997–98, and in that the people of East Cleveland exercised comer of Noble Road. the legislative office of the County Executive in their right to vote. He was a wonderful husband. He and 1999–2000. Once President Bill Clinton came to Cleve- Odessa were a model of success in marriage, In addition to her professional service and land and Mr. Black agreed to drive a van as friendship, business and parenting. Nothing achievements, Lynn also is active in her part of the President’s caravan. He enjoyed it was more fun that to hear them go back and church, schools and civic and community as- so much and talked about it constantly. My forth with each other. They were a couple who sociations, including the Board of Trustees of only regret was that the photo taken by the of- loved each, their profession and their children Capital Hospice, the Board of Trustees of ficial photographer never reached Mr. Black and grandchildren. His sons Darryl and Petey Prince George’s Community College, and though I tried my darndest to get it. could not have had a better role model. He set United Way of Prince George’s County. Sometimes getting my hair done was an all the example for his sons and shared his As Lynn moves to a new phase of her al- day experience! People used to say, ‘‘... knowledge with them. ready successful career, I wish her and her family nothing but the best and know that she what do you do all day, or what does Mr. We at Bethany Baptist Church were happy Black do to your hair that takes all day?’’ Well will continue to serve the community that she when the Black family joined our church, but has called home for more than 20 years. let me take you through the day. You arrived no more happy than his sister Charlotte Blue f and you were greeted with a huge smile and one of our longtime members. a big hug. He would ask about my family and When Mr. Black found out he had cancer he HONORING CONGRESSMAN LANE then we would discuss current events in the EVANS city, the country and around the world. Then got ready to fight. He handled his illness with he would seat me in the main chair. There he such dignity. He kept going and going. I recall SPEECH OF would check my hair for any new growth and I tried to cancel my last appointment but he HON. RAHM EMANUEL its condition. Then he would ask, ‘‘. . . when would not let me. He insisted that he would do OF ILLINOIS was your last service,’’ ‘‘. . . what are we my hair. He took his time and I refused to rush IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES going to do today,’’ or ‘‘. . . do you want to do him. I wanted more than anything to just say something different?’’ Then it was on to the ‘‘Rest, Mr. Black,’’ but he would not hear it. He Thursday, December 7, 2006 sink for a vigorous washing and conditioning. was going to finish no matter what. Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Then he would have me sit under the dryer for Mr. Black, I am sure you are in heaven with my friend and colleague, Congressman LANE about 20 minutes. Then it was back to the the rest of your family, probably doing hair in EVANS, for his service in the House of Rep- main chair for styling. your salon. I can imagine the immaculate resentatives and his dedication to the people I was so looking forward to my visit to Mr. decorations, the flowers, the seating, the sta- of the 17th district of Illinois and veterans Black’s salon on November 8th the day after tions, the cheerful greeting, and the broad around the nation. the election. I was scheduled for a trim, wash smile. Rest well, my friend, my ally, my hero Congressman EVANS has served honorably and condition. But more importantly I was extraordinaire. in this chamber for eleven terms, and leaves

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But he has had a hand with pride or indignation at shabby treatment has been a staunch supporter of our Nation’s in so many other laws as well, including tough by Congress and the like, even more often, servicemen and women, serving on the House new identity theft and anti-money laundering hot with criticism of local officials and citizens Veterans’ Affairs Committee since 1983. His laws, as well as guiding our capital markets alike, whose actions he thought unworthy of ten years as ranking member have earned during a time of mergers, globalization and the city on a hill Colby wanted his hometown him the admiration and respect of every major modernization. While these are the things he to become. Colbert King’s role in writing the veteran service organization. will be remembered for in the newspapers, Home Rule Act, his special feel for the city of A former Marine, Congressman EVANS is and in the history books, it may not be the ex- his birth, his wit and ability to laugh and to cry acutely aware to the needs of our men and actly what we all—those who know him re- about this city, all contributed to the authority women in uniform, and has advanced several member him for. with which his views were received throughout important pieces of legislation which provide We know him for his friendship, his great the District and the region. our servicemen and women with the proper stories and his good nature. And of course, Colbert King has a way with words, a mark care they are due. his great record on the baseball diamond—the of pure talent, but talent alone won’t win you Acting as one of the strongest voices for only place I think he should have tried to be a Pulitzer in his tough and competitive busi- Desert Storm veterans, Congressman EVANS more bipartisan. But he was a great coach, ness. Colby’s Pulitzer was his alone, the fruit succeeded in raising awareness of the impor- and possibly the one area where a lot of us of his columns. He used them to speak his tant specialized treatment returning veterans on this side won’t miss him. But in an era of mind on an unpredictable variety of subjects- required, and ultimately enabled them to re- politics of personal destruction and ‘‘take no too much crime and too little punishment; for- ceive this life-saving care. prisoners’’, MIKE succeeded here both profes- gotten children and star-crossed residents, often remembered only in his Saturday col- Congressman EVANS has also provided sionally and personally as someone who dedicated service to the troops currently serv- worked with and listened to everybody. umns; national and local politics and politi- ing our Nation in harms way, providing vig- Friends were friends, not Democrats or Re- cians scored without fear, favor or mercy; and orous oversight of our military’s spending and publicans. the beloved family that reared him and the readiness as a member of the House Armed MIKE is a solid conservative and a good Re- family that he and his wife, Gwendolyn, raised. Colby King will be remembered also for his Services Committee. publican, but that never stopped him from remarkable range. His contributions to the edi- Mr. Speaker, LANE EVANS has provided working with Democrats to pass legislation, or torial page covered the page’s territory, as twenty four years of steadfast and honorable to work to find common ground. If more mem- bers were like MIKE OXLEY, we wouldn’t all be Members know well from watching him on for- service to this great Nation, and I am proud to eign and domestic affairs as a television opin- call him my colleague and friend. I would like lamenting the partisan gridlock and meanness in Washington. MIKE, we will miss seeing you ion show panelist. His unusual set of talents to thank him for his career of service, and and his judgment took him to editorial leader- wish him the very best in all of his future en- every day in the chamber but I know that this is not the last time we will see you. So as your ship on one of the world’s most important pa- deavors. pers. His contributions came during troubling f career in Congress ends, and you start new adventures, I look forward to working with you times in our country and in this city. A failing war at home and an insolvent hometown, for HONORING CHAIRMAN MIKE again, albeit in your new capacity. So tonight, example, badly needed unadulterated self-criti- OXLEY I wish you and Pat my best as you end one cism and tough love. Colby King had the chapter and open another. SPEECH OF credibility, the talent, and the wisdom to offer f both, to make us shake our heads up and HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY HONORING COLBERT KING ON THE down in agreement, and then to try again to OF NEW YORK OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT reach his high expectations. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FROM THE WASHINGTON POST Mr. Speaker, if I may, I note a personal re- Thursday, December 7, 2006 EDITORIAL PAGE gret as well that Colby is ending one part of his career. His 16 years on the editorial page Mr. CROWLEY. Madam Speaker, I rise to and my 16 years in Congress overlap. I will salute my friend and colleague from Findlay, HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON miss not only reading Colby. I will miss having OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Ohio, MIKE OXLEY. I think I can honestly say someone at the Post with whom I personally IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MIKE OXLEY is the most famous name to come identify in so many ways—a friend who re- out of Findlay since the original square ham- Friday, December 8, 2006 members the District as it was when we both burger, And MIKE is so well liked around here, Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor were born in a segregated city and when we even the square hamburger could well fall be- Colbert (Colby) I. King, the Washington Post’s went to Dunbar High School, and a city that is hind MIKE in popularity. Pulitzer Prize winning columnist and Deputy both the same and very different today. I wish I got to know MIKE OXLEY from our days Editorial Page Editor. In a recent column, Mr. the Post good luck in finding such invaluable, playing basketball when he brought the Con- King informed his readers that he soon will institutional and personal experience for its gressional team to New York to play the New cease writing editorials. However, Colby King’s editorial page. York State Assembly where I served at the informal and spontaneous Saturday morning Colbert King has decided to no longer write time. Although we beat him twice, he never let reading club takes some comfort in knowing editorials, but he has certainly left his signa- me forget it! that Colby King will continue to write his week- ture in indelible ink on the Washington Post. I He was always a good friend of my prede- ly column. ask my colleagues to join me in both honoring cessor, Tom Manton. Tom, who recently For 16 years, the Post, our city, and the re- and thanking Colbert King for using his craft in passed away, developed a strong and lasting gion have benefited from reading a man who service to the public. friendship with MIKE OXLEY; and as I came to learned to write by doing it, not by going to f Congress, Tom—my friend and mentor—told journalism school. Colby went to school right NATIONAL EPILEPSY AWARENESS me to seek out MIKE. He told me MIKE was a here in the District, native born and native MONTH straight shooter and someone who I should educated in the D.C. Public Schools and at get to know. Tom was right. Howard University. And then, I had the pleasure of working with Colby King’s preparation for the career for HON. NEIL ABERCROMBIE OF HAWAII Chairman OXLEY during the 6 years I served which he will be best remembered came from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as a member of the House Financial Services the life he has lived—a childhood bereft of Committee, which he has chaired since its privilege, even equality, but rich in family love Friday, December 8, 2006 creation. Our Committee has had a long and upbringing. His pre-Post eclectic career Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise record of accomplishment, but he will be best ranged from the U.S. Army and VISTA to today to recognize November’s celebration of known for the act that bears his name, Sar- Treasury Department official and international National Epilepsy Awareness Month. banes-Oxley. banker. Almost 3 million Americans have epilepsy, a Created during the corporate scandals of Colby wrote about any and everything, but neurological condition that makes people sus- Enron, Worldcom, Waste Management Inc. he was in his special element when he wrote ceptible to seizures. Ten percent of Americans

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The condition can develop at Lawndale Community. for peace, racial justice, and social equality. any age, but epilepsy most often occurs in Always conscious of the social, political and Born and raised in Daytona Beach, Yvonne early childhood and old age. economic plight of African Americans and grew up amid institutional segregation and dis- It is also important to note that ten percent other minorities, when Dr. Martin Luther King, crimination. Despite growing up in a city of di- of all injuries to U.S. soldiers in Iraq are head Jr. came to Chicago in the 1960’s, Rev. Hall visions, Yvonne would later be known as injuries. Severe head injuries like those in- opened the doors of Friendship to him and someone who brought the people of Daytona curred during battle and roadside bombings was not intimidated by City Hall and other fac- Beach together. carry a high risk of seizures and epilepsy that, tions opposed to the King movement. After High School, Yvonne decided to pur- in many cases, can develop months after the During and after the riots in the ’60’s, Rev. sue a career in education. She received her initial trauma. Hall had a presence and played a significant Master’s degree in education from Boston Uni- Although advances in medical treatment role in fostering better police/community as versity, and began her teaching career in Flor- have allowed some individuals with epilepsy to well as Black-White relations in Chicago. ida public schools. She later taught in the San control their illness, more than 40 percent still Along the way Rev. Hall was married to an in- Francisco Unified School District, and served have persistent seizures, despite all available telligent, professional, gracious and graceful as the principal of Alamo Park High School for treatments today. Epilepsy remains a formi- woman, Mrs. Lucy Hall, who retired as one of 20 years. After her long career to education, dable barrier to normal life, affecting edu- Chicago’s best public school teachers. They Yvonne returned to Daytona Beach to begin a cational opportunities, employment, and per- produced three children, Priscilla Hall who sits career in politics, first as a city commissioner sonal fulfillment. on the New York Supreme Court, Shelvin Lou- and later as the city’s first African-American Furthermore, epilepsy continues to be poor- ise Hall, an Appellate Court Justice in Cook Mayor. ly understood by many Americans. Individuals County, Illinois and a son, Lewis J. Hall, Su- As Mayor, Yvonne helped unite the racially with epilepsy are often misdiagnosed, cannot pervisor of Higher Education for the State of divided communities of Daytona Beach access the specialists they need, or are the New York. through determination and perseverance. She subject of discrimination and prejudice. This Rev. Hall has held every office on the Bap- brought together the beachside and the main- cannot continue. tist Church’s organizational chart. Pastor, land, black and white together through a city National Epilepsy Awareness Month aims to Moderator, Dean at the Baptist Institute, Presi- campaign pushing for respect and equality. dispel common myths about individuals with dent of the State Association and has pro- I remember very well attending peace con- epilepsy, increase public awareness and un- vided leadership to many interfaith and inter- ferences with Yvonne, the late Alameda Coun- derstanding about this serious condition, im- denominational groups as well. Outside the re- ty Supervisor John George, former Berkeley prove education to ensure faster diagnosis ligious arena, Rev. Hall has been chairman of Mayor Gus Newport, former Berkeley City and treatment, and inform people about the many not-for-profit organizations and busi- Councilmember Maudelle Shirek. and the late services and informational resources available nesses . . . e.g. the Lawndale People’s Plan- Carlton Goodlett, publisher of the Sun Re- nationwide. ning and Action Conference, the Community porter Newspaper, all of whose lives were to- Many years ago, my life was turned upside Bank of Lawndale and a Blue Ribbon Com- tally committed to peace and justice. down. Something was wrong with me but my mission to plan the re-opening of the Jackson Yvonne was a friend to me and an inspira- doctor could not identify the cause. Finally, I Square Nursing Home across the street and in tion to many. Yvonne left us a legacy of fight- was diagnosed with epilepsy. This diagnosis front of Friendship. Perhaps Rev. Hall’s most ing oppression and hatred with compassion brought many challenges, but in my current pleasing achievement was the building of the and mutual respect. Her fight for justice and position as a legislator, it has also brought op- new Friendship, commonly and fondly called equality should not, can not, and will not be portunity. I hope I can be of some influence in the African Hut at 5200 W. Jackson Boulevard forgotten. directing attention and research to a disorder with wood imported from Mozambique. The On behalf of the many friends of our be- that has been ignored and misunderstood for church still sits in the heart of the Austin Com- loved Yvonne from Northern California includ- too long. munity of Chicago which is more than 90% ing her close friend, 95 year old former Vice Mr. Speaker, I urge all Members of Con- Black. It is a testament to the connection of Mayor of Berkeley Maudelle Shirek, we salute gress to join all Americans with epilepsy, their African Roots to a large urban inner city com- Yvonne Golden’s life. We will keep her in our families, friends, and supporters to do all we munity. It was also Rev. Hall, who along with memories and we will honor her life by con- can to improve the lives of individuals with epi- some of his fellow clergy persons declared to tinuing her work for a better world. Her spirit lepsy. Mayor Richard J. Daley and other Democratic will live on in the lives of those she touched f Party leaders that it was time to elect a person in so many magnificent ways. of color to represent what is now the 7th Con- My thoughts and prayers are with the family TRIBUTE TO REV. DR. SHELVIN J. gressional District thereby, paving the way for and friends of a great woman, a brilliant HALL Congressman George W. Collins to be elect- human being who will be deeply missed, ed, followed by his wife Congresswoman Yvonne Scarlett-Golden. HON. DANNY K. DAVIS Cardiss Collins and finally, myself in 1996. f OF ILLINOIS Rev. Hall, it is indeed a pleasure to salute CONGRATULATING MAYOR TIM IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES you as you retire after having been pastor of RUSSELL FOR 12 YEARS OF Friday, December 8, 2006 Friendship Baptist Church for fifty one years. You’ve been effective and you’ve made a dif- SERVICE AS MAYOR OF FOLEY, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, to work ference. We thank God for the Rev. Dr. ALABAMA until one is 90 years old is unusual; and to Shelvin Jerome Hall. work effectively is almost unbelievable. How- f HON. JO BONNER ever, to do both for Rev. Shelvin Jerome Hall OF ALABAMA TRIBUTE TO YVONNE SCARLETT- is nothing more than expectation. Therefore, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to this ex- GOLDEN traordinary man. When a young Shelvin Je- Friday, December 8, 2006 rome Hall came to Chicago from Texas, he HON. BARBARA LEE Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great brought with him intellect, wisdom, wit, good OF CALIFORNIA pride and personal pleasure that I rise today up-bringing, determination, a strong belief in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to honor Mayor Tim Russell for his many God and a recognition that he was destined to years of leadership and service to the City of follow in the footsteps of Moses and lead his Friday, December 8, 2006 Foley, not to mention all he has done to pro- people towards a promised land. Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, Decem- mote and advance the entire First Congres- When Rev. Hall took over the pastorate of ber 5th, 2006, the people of Daytona Beach, sional District of Alabama. the Friendship Baptist Church in 1955, it is re- Florida and the United States suffered a great Mayor Russell has been a vital member of ported that the church had only 87 cents in its loss with the passing of Yvonne Scarlett-Gold- the Foley community his entire life. He was treasury. However, without a great deal of fan- en. Yvonne Scarlett-Golden was a strong born and reared in Foley and is a graduate of

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FACILITATION ACT day has passed since he became Mayor of I know his family and many friends join with Foley that he wasn’t working to make his me in honoring his accomplishments and ex- HON. DONALD A. MANZULLO hometown a better place to live. tending thanks for his many efforts on behalf OF ILLINOIS Mayor Russell is also a veteran, having of the people of Foley and the entire State of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES served his country in the Vietnam War where Alabama. Friday, December 8, 2006 he was awarded the U.S. Army Commenda- f tion Medal. Mr. Speaker, I know of no one Mr. MANZULLO. Mr. Speaker, I wish to ex- who is more patriotic or loves his country MIRIAM RUTH GUTMAN press my strong support for the Northern Bor- more than Tim Russell. BRAVERMAN GREAT POINT-OF- der Travel Facilitation Act. As Chairman of the Tim and his lovely wife, Sandy, are the LIGHT Small Business Committee, I held a November proud parents of two outstanding sons, Kevin 17, 2005, hearing on the implementation of and Kenton, a beautiful daughter, Karen, and HON. MAJOR R. OWENS the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative a very handsome new grandson, Timothy. Not OF NEW YORK (WHTI). WHTI may mandate the use of a only has he been a wonderful father and hus- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passport for all travel between the United band, but Tim Russell is a great role model States and Canada as early as January 1, Friday, December 8, 2006 and someone we all respect. 2008. In 2003 alone, there were 34.5 million Throughout his illustrious 12 years as Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to salute visits by Canadians to the U.S., which had a mayor, Tim has been a dedicated, faithful pub- Miriam Braverman as a Great Point-of-Light $10.9 billion impact on our economy. Thus, if lic servant. In fact, if you were to look up the for all Americans. Dr. Braverman was a great handled incorrectly, the WHTI travel document definition of a ‘‘servant leader’’ in Webster’s humanitarian as well as a Librarian special- requirements could have serious detrimental Dictionary, you would very likely see Tim Rus- izing in literature for youth. She had a soul effect on the United States economy. sell’s picture. and mind that could absorb the essence of the Because of the cost and lack of speed in His list of accomplishments is long enough entire sweep of our civilization. Her encyclo- using a passport for frequent travelers across to fill an entire volume of the CONGRESSIONAL pedic approach to the world produced insights the U.S.-Canadian Border, the Department of RECORD. Among the highlights, he was the which catapulted her into the moral leadership Homeland Security (DHS) has approved other person most responsible for developing the of her profession. ‘‘Claims of respect for forms of travel documents for U.S. citizens to main hurricane evacuation route away from human life are rhetoric if librarians continue as comply with WHTI that are not available to South Alabama’s beaches during a time of merely neutral disseminators of information.’’ Canadian citizens. This means that Canadian emergency. Today, this heavily-traveled high- Dr. Braverman clearly understood that the citizens have no current options other than to way is known around the state and throughout power of information was continually esca- use a passport at border crossings to comply the Southeast as the ‘‘Foley Beach Express.’’ lating. That our culture could experience a with WHTI requirements. He also provided crucial leadership to the dangerous overload bloated with trivia was a I believe that, in certain circumstances, Ca- people of Foley in the immediate aftermath of major concern. She advocated a selectivity fo- nadian provincial driver’s licenses and U.S. Hurricane Ivan. Tim’s experience and guid- cused on human rights advocacy as a guide state driver’s licenses should be accepted as ance proved crucial to the entire region, espe- for the preparation and dissemination of mate- border crossing documents. I also believe that cially during the rebuilding process that fol- rials for youth. In her dissertation she criticized when children accompany a legal guardian lowed this devastating storm. Because of his a generation of librarians who were obviously across the United States-Canadian border, steady hand, the recovery in South Baldwin preoccupied with shielding youth from matters County was much better than expected. they should not have to provide separate trav- Mayor Russell also played a lead role in related to sex while ignoring great amounts of el documents from their guardian. After all, a helping to develop what is now known as the violence in the literature targeted for boys. parent should not have to suffer economic Tanger Outlet Mall in Foley. This retail center Miriam Braverman was an advocate in the loss to verify that their three year old is not a is one of the largest attractions in the entire classroom and a fighter on the street with the terrorist. The Northern Border Travel Facilita- state of Alabama. In addition to being one of demonstrators against war and injustice. In tion Act will accomplish both of these objec- the area’s largest employers, the Tanger Out- Brownsville, one of New York’s poorest com- tives. let Mall in Foley provides one of the largest munities, she inspired large numbers of young f women to go on to college through her leader- streams of revenue to the entire state. HONORING CONGRESSMAN LANE Last month, Mayor Russell chose to resign ship of a Career and College Club. At the na- EVANS from the office of mayor—an office he so tional level she was a leader in the movement which culminated in the American Library As- dearly loved—in order to better serve the peo- SPEECH OF ple of South Alabama in the wake of an insur- sociation’s condemnation of the war in Viet- ance crisis following three major hurricane nam. Constantly she pushed for greater library HON. JULIA CARSON seasons throughout the central Gulf Coast. involvement in the practical utilization of infor- OF INDIANA Tim returns to his position as president of mation and retrieval services. She was also an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES astute political observer and an enthusiastic Baldwin Mutual Insurance Company, where he Thursday, December 7, 2006 is fast becoming one of the leading experts in advisor who supported many progressive can- the nation on affordable and accessible insur- didates including the first campaign of MAJOR Ms. CARSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today ance coverage. He resigned the office of OWENS for the New York State Senate and the to give tribute to a great American, a col- mayor so as to not even suggest at a possible MAJOR OWENS for Congress campaigns. To league and most importantly, a friend. LANE conflict of interest; that is simply the kind of block the triumph of evil she felt that participa- EVANS has served this body with his full heart man he is. tion in electoral politics was a necessary and soul for the past 24 years and for his Tim’s lifetime of service has certainly not chore. service and friendship I thank him so much. gone unnoticed. He has been recognized by Miriam Braverman, without hesitation, as a LANE is an amazing man in every sense of Who’s Who in the South and Southwest, Out- college professor rallied to assist her students the word. His tireless work as Ranking Mem- standing Young Men of America, Who’s Who with any problem, academic or personal. As a ber of the Veterans’ Affairs Committee has set in American Colleges and Universities, the neighbor and friend she responded to any the bar for which future Chairmen should 1991 Free Enterprise Person of the Year, emergency. Loving the whole world and being strive to achieve. As a young Marine serving Who’s Who in the World, and the Sam Walton concerned with mankind began with a single in Vietnam, he saw firsthand the rigors of war Leadership Award. He has also been com- individual. In her honor the Progressive Librar- and it helped him to realize that our soldiers mended by the U.S. Senate and received the ian: A Journal for Critical Studies and Progres- must be treated for all the symptoms of war NAMIC Service Award. sive Politics in Librarianship has established a and that some of the worst battle scars are Mr. Speaker, the faithful service of out- Miriam Braverman Prize Essay Contest. visible but below the surface. His fight to get standing Americans like Mayor Tim Russell Today I am joined by a band of dedicated fol- fair treatment for those suffering from Agent

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HONORING THE SERVICE OF THE table treatment for female veterans and A day in the life of a page is not easy. It starts at 6:45 in the morning when we all HONORABLE HENRY J. HYDE OF worked tirelessly to combat the plight of home- ILLINOIS less veterans across America. His work to en- walk from our dorm a couple of blocks from the Capitol to the Library of Congress’s Jef- sure a high quality of life for those who have ferson Building where school is held. Full- SPEECH OF served us with honor will be one of his most time teachers teach the same subjects that noted legacies in this body. we would otherwise have been taking back at HON. JEAN SCHMIDT LANE, I thank you for your friendship, your our home schools. OF OHIO leadership and all of your service to our Na- The school is not a piece of cake either. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The courses are very challenging, so chal- tion. I know you have forever left your mark on Thursday, December 7, 2006 your Nation, the House of Representatives, lenging in fact that when I came back to my high school I was way ahead in most sub- and all the veterans who have received better Mrs. SCHMIDT. Madam Speaker, I rise jects. today to honor the 32 years of service from treatment because of your work. After school, which lasted until the House Madam Speaker, it is my privilege to en- of Representatives commenced, we would the distinguished gentleman from Illinois, my close with my statement the remarks of my head over to the Floor of the House of Rep- friend and colleague, Chairman HENRY J. predecessor and friend who also served this resentatives where we would start our daily HYDE. I am humbled to say that I have served body with his full heart and soul, the Honor- tasks. There are many different page jobs, the American people alongside a truly great able Andy Jacobs, former Congressman for most of which are rotated around so every- American. one gets an opportunity to experience dif- Though I have only served for a little over the 10th Congressional District of Indiana. ferent areas of the House. DECEMBER 8, 2006. Some pages are runners, which involved a year with him, I have grown to admire him Hon. LANE EVANS, MC, taking documents from one place in the Cap- for his unwavering commitment to protecting House of Representatives, itol to another. Others are cloakroom pages, innocent life. Mr. HYDE has fought vigorously Washington, DC. where we worked in the cloakroom answer- to protect those who cannot protect them- DEAR LANE: The time has come for me to ing phones about floor proceedings. Still oth- selves most notably with the Hyde Amend- put on paper what I have fervently enter- ers are in charge of the bell system and of tained in my mind through the years of our ment in 1976. Before taking office, I was raising and lowering the flag every day on President of Right to Life of Greater Cincinnati acquaintance. the top of the House of Representatives to To begin, you are one of my authentic he- declare that the House is in session. and admired his leadership and guided wis- roes. British Lord Chesterton said, ‘‘Some- The day ends when the House goes out of dom. times it takes less courage to die for one’s session. This can be anywhere from 5:00 in I would like to express my sincere apprecia- country than to tell her the truth.’’ On many the afternoon to 7:00 in the morning. Then tion for his commitment to principle rather than more than one occasion you have displayed we head home, do homework, socialize, clean expediency. He stood up for American values that greater courage in the profoundly patri- our rooms (which are checked three times a otic performance of your chores as a member and during the Cold War, worked to ensure week), and then go to bed at mandatory cur- that America remain that shining city on a hill. of Congress, service quite literally ‘‘above few hour, which was 10:00 on weekdays and and beyond the call of duty.’’ 12:00 on weekends. I am honored and proud to say that I am his In your effective opposition to the mind- Some of my most memorable and enjoy- colleague. less, gratuitous and vicarious militarism of able moments as a page were getting to The gentleman and his leadership and wis- some national leaders, you have helped save interact with members of the House. Some dom will be missed. This institution has cer- the lives of hapless public spirited young would come by and tell us jokes, and others tainly been blessed by his service. Mr. Chair- Americans. Thus, you have done God’s work would take the time to help us identify man, congratulations on your retirement and most nobly. someone we were trying to find or to explain For the young Americans who have been to us what was going on at that moment in congratulations to you and your new bride. forced into unnecessary permanent combat the complicated proceedings of the House. f disability, you have been a major national Yes there were some unfriendly ones, but factor in achieving justice in terms of vet- by and large most members are very kind CONGRATULATING THE GOVERN- erans’ benefits. and generous. There was not a single time in MENT AND THE PEOPLE OF You have also given our Nation bright les- which I felt insecure or unsafe while on the KAZAKHSTAN ON THE 15TH AN- sons of prudence with the public purse. Floor or at any other time while I was a NIVERSARY OF THEIR INDE- Thank you for being my friend and friend to page. PENDENCE all peace-loving freedom-loving Americans. The lifelong friendships that I made be- Sincerely, cause of the page program are some of the ANDY JACOBS, JR. most amazing friendships of my life. Former HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON f pages are some of my closest friends, and I OF TEXAS keep in touch with a lot of them on a daily IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PAGE or weekly basis. I now have friends in Cali- PROGRAM fornia and Wyoming that I would never have Friday, December 8, 2006 had the chance to make without this experi- Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. ence. HON. JOHN M. SPRATT, JR. The page experience is something that I Mr. Speaker, I would like to join my colleagues OF SOUTH CAROLINA would not trade for anything, and it was one in congratulating the Government and the peo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the greatest times of my life. I witnessed ple of Kazakhstan on the 15th anniversary of Friday, December 8, 2006 history first hand, and made a ton of friends their independence. I am encouraged by how in the process. The experience also sparked far this Central Asian country has come since Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I would like to my interest in public service, government, include in the RECORD the following com- its independence in 1991, both in terms of and the political process. I would not hesi- economic and democratic progress. mentary by Jason Ackerman, of Fort Mill, tate one moment to send my child to be a South Carolina, which is in my congressional page. Kazakhstan has overcome numerous obsta- district. Jason was a House page in 2003– These views are also shared with every one cles and challenges and today is a well recog- 2004 and is now a student at New York Uni- of my classmates that I have spoken to since nized leader in promotion of economic and po- versity. the Foley scandal has erupted. My room- litical freedoms in a region of great and grow- mate, who was actually sponsored by Con- ing importance to the security of the United THE IMPORTANCE OF THE PAGE PROGRAM gressman Foley, stressed the importance of (By Jason Ackerman) States. continuing the program because of how the This year we also mark the 15th anniversary New York Times columnist John Tierney program changed his life as well. argues that the congressional page program The only people who do not want the pro- of the U.S.-Kazakhstan relationship. should be eliminated because it serves no gram to continue are people who know noth- Kazakhstan has become not only a strategic purpose for pages or for the country (‘‘A ing about the program and have never talked partner, but a true friend of the United States. page, M’Lord, at your service,’’ Oct. 4). to a page. Kazakhstan has been a valuable ally to the

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This ERATIONS orities are eligible to be funded through the fall we warmly welcomed to the Unites States reserve fund established by the budget reso- the President of Kazakhstan, His Excellency HON. JIM NUSSLE lution, and to define an ‘‘emergency’’ in gen- eral. Nursultan Nazarbayev, the architect of OF IOWA Kazakhstan’s success and growing U.S.- The term ‘‘emergency’’ is important be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cause any spending so designated escapes the Kazakhstan partnership. Friday, December 8, 2006 regular controls applicable to all other Our cooperation has notably resulted in the spending. But the definition, and the guide- elimination of weapons of mass destruction Mr. NUSSLE. Mr. Speaker, pursuant to the lines below, are not intended to judge the which Kazakhstan inherited from the Soviet provisions of House Concurrent Resolution policy importance of any given emergency Union, including hundreds of nuclear missiles 376, I am transmitting this document titled spending; that is for the Appropriations aimed at the United States. President ‘‘Guidelines for the Application of Provisions Committee and the Congress in general to ‘‘Nazarbayev was instrumental in ridding his Designated as Emergencies, Contingency Op- determine. It is rather to identify general erations, or Unanticipated Defense-related Op- characteristics of such spending that identi- nation of this lethal legacy thus greatly en- fies it as meriting special procedures ex- hancing global security. erations.’’ It sets forth an explicit explanation empting it from the normal congressional In addition to supporting our arms control of the characteristics of spending that is ap- budget process. objectives, Kazakhstan has played a key role propriately exempted from the enforcement There are two essential components to the in promoting peace and stability in the region controls of the Congressional Budget Act. application of this designation: that an by initiating the summit of the Conference on This report is required under the terms of ‘‘emergency’’ concerns a threat to life, prop- erty, or national security; and that the event Interaction and Confidence-Building Measures House Concurrent Resolution 376, which is currently in effect as a concurrent resolution was ‘‘unanticipated.’’ The definition also as- in Asia. This forum of 18 nations, including serts that funding in response to an emer- Russia, China, India, Pakistan, our NATO ally on the budget in the House for fiscal year gency should be temporary in nature. Turkey, Afghanistan and others provide a 2007, deemed in force under the provisions of The applicable text in the resolution timely opportunity for Asian nations to address House Resolution 818. fleshes out these terms, and is largely self- current challenges to international peace and GUIDELINES FOR APPLICATION OF PROVISIONS explanatory. It reads as follows: ‘‘(1) The term ‘emergency’ means a situa- stability and establish a framework to resolve DESIGNATED AS EMERGENCIES, CONTINGENCY OPERATIONS, OR UNANTICIPATED DEFENSE- tion that— them. I believe we should commend ‘‘(A) requires new budget authority and RELATED OPERATIONS Kazakhstan for its vision and enormous efforts outlays (or new budget authority and the to bring about this new security forum for Asia. SUMMARY outlays flowing therefrom) for the preven- Mr. Speaker, Kazakhstan is Central Asia’s The fiscal year 2007 budget resolution, H. tion or mitigation of, or response to, loss of most progressive nation, positioned to set the Con. Res. 376, sets forth three categories of life or property, or a threat to national secu- spending that are treated by Congress under example for democratic reform in this most im- rity; and special procedures outside the normal budget ‘‘(B) is unanticipated. portant region. I cannot agree more with the process: domestic emergencies, defense-re- ‘‘(2) The term ‘unanticipated’ means that Joint Statement by our two Presidents adopt- lated emergencies, and contingency oper- the underlying situation is— ed during the recent visit of President ations directly related to the global war on ‘‘(A) Sudden, which means quickly coming Nazarbayev that ‘‘an enhanced strategic part- terrorism. The first of these, domestic emer- into being or not building up over time; nership between our countries will promote se- gencies, has a special reserve fund to finance ‘‘(B) Urgent, which means a pressing and emergency spending priorities, such as un- compelling need requiring immediate action; curity and prosperity and foster democracy in ‘‘(C) Unforeseen, which means not pre- the 21st Century.’’ foreseen natural disasters that tend to occur nearly every year. The remaining two cat- dicted or anticipated as an emerging need; egories—defense-related emergencies and and f terror-related response contingency oper- ‘‘(D) Temporary, which means not of a per- ations—are exempted from normal controls manent duration.’’ THE LIFE OF JEANNE An example of ‘‘emergency’’ spending that due to the special nature of each. KIRKPATRICK was ‘‘unanticipated’’ was the major Cali- Although Congress did not reach a con- fornia earthquake of January 1993. The ference agreement on the budget resolution, Emergency Supplemental Appropriations the House did deem the House-passed resolu- HON. TODD TIAHRT Act of 1994 (Public Law 103–211, 12 February tion to be in force for all purposes of the OF KANSAS 1994). The measure provided $376.1 million to Congressional Budget Act. The general defi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES programs of the Department of Agriculture, nition of an emergency, as spelled out in the such as for Watershed and Flood Prevention Friday, December 8, 2006 budget resolution, is not new: its terms have Operations. In contrast, there were attempts long been employed by the administration’s Mr. TIAHRT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor a to declare the funding for the 2000 Census re- Office of Management and Budget [OMB], quired by the Constitution as an emergency. great American, Ambassador Jeanne Kirk- and have been carried in previous budget res- This clearly would have been an abuse of the patrick. Yesterday, the woman who worked olutions. What is new is the enhanced dis- designation: The census has been required diligently to bring peace to the world passed cipline, called for by the resolution, in ap- every ten years for over two centuries. plying these terms to the three special cat- away peacefully in her sleep at the age of 80. An example of ‘‘urgent’’ funding needs ap- egories of spending cited above. Section 503 Ambassador Jeanne Kirkpatrick was one of peared in the response to Hurricanes Fran of the resolution includes the following man- America’s foremost authorities on international and Hortense and other disasters, Public date: relations. She was the first female U.S. am- Law 104–208. The measure provided $88 mil- ‘‘In the House, as soon as practicable after lion for U.S. Department of Agriculture bassador to the United Nations and rep- the adoption of this resolution, the chairman [USDA] flood assistance programs, including resented our nation honorably. She had un- of the Committee on the Budget shall, after $63 million for Watershed and Flood Preven- wavering moral convictions and stood up to consultation with the chairmen of the appli- tion Operations, and $25 million for the the world’s bullies. Her thoughts on com- cable committees, and the Director of the Emergency Conservation Program. Had the Congressional Budget Office, prepare guide- munism through Iraq and Islamic terrorism funding been delayed until the next budget lines for application of the definition of an were firm and clear, just as she was. cycle, the consequences of the hurricanes emergency and publish such guidelines in the My wife Vicki was in the same bible study would have been irreparable, in Congress’s Congressional Record, and may issue any as Ambassador Kirkpatrick and I had the privi- judgment. committee print from the Committee on the lege of meeting her on several occasions. She The term ‘‘unforeseen’’ applies to funding Budget for this or other purposes.’’ for activities that could not be anticipated was an elegant woman with a quiet con- This discussion, therefore, provides guide- fidence. This country has lost a great patriot. as an emerging need and are over and above lines for the application of these spending the aggregate level of anticipated emer- The world is a better place because of categories. gencies that are normally estimated in ad- Jeanne Kirkpatrick. Her work will continue to DEFINITION AND GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR vance. A good example of an unforeseen live on in all those she touched and in those EMERGENCY SPENDING emergency is the terrorist attacks against they have touched. God Bless Jeanne Kirk- Section 502 of the Concurrent Resolution New York and Washington, D.C. on 11 Sep- patrick and her family. on the Budget for Fiscal Year 2007 estab- tember 2001.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.176 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS E2232 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 The term ‘‘temporary’’ means that emer- cause this does not automatically cause a or directly related to Operation Iraqi Free- gency spending should not in general be for corresponding increase in the suballocations dom or Operation Enduring Freedom. It is multiple fiscal years or in general be for per- that the Appropriations Committee distrib- not appropriate to use the designation to manent new entitlements. For example, the utes to each of its subcommittees (and which fund special interest projects that could be Emergency Supplemental Appropriations must equal the general allocation), it must addressed in the normal appropriation proc- Act of 2006 (Public Law 109–234, 15 June 2006) act to revise that suballocation for a bill or ess. included $55 million for USDA to repair its amendment to escape a point of order under (c) Nondefense-related contingency oper- own damaged facilities. Such spending was 302(f) of the Budget Act which prohibits the ation: A spending provision designated as a to respond to Hurricane Katrina and was for consideration of measures breaching the per- nondefense-related contingency operation: a purpose that was not recurring—and was missible levels of spending. May be for any immediate nondefense re- The Budget Committee does not, as a mat- directly related to the property destruction sponse to a terrorist attack, whether domes- ter of course, validate that all funds des- caused by the hurricane. tic or international; Emergencies are divided into three cat- ignated emergency meet the criteria out- May not be for nondefense-related spending egories: nondefense-related, defense-related, lined above for amounts within the non- predominantly required to respond to unan- and spending related to the Global War on defense reserve fund—the adjustments are ticipated criminal law enforcement needs, Terrorism. These categories are described at automatic once the designation is placed in except for nondefense terrorism-related length below, but a general summary is as the legislative text. Once the reserve fund is spending; follows: exhausted, and adjustments are required Nondefense-related emergencies are chief- above the amount set aside for nondefense May not be used to offset spending on ly, but not always, associated with natural emergencies ($6.45 billion for fiscal year projects or earmarks that are anticipated disasters such as hurricanes, droughts, or 2007), the committee must meet in open ses- and should be in regular spending bills. earthquakes. The resolution creates a new sion to consider whether the additional (d) Terrorism-related spending: Both de- reserve fund to anticipate such events. The amounts designated should be accommo- fense and nondefense ‘‘terrorism-related fund and its application are further discussed dated by an additional adjustment in the al- spending’’ includes, but is not limited to, im- below. location to the Appropriations Committee. mediate responses to terrorist attacks car- Defense-related spending, if unanticipated, In the meeting, the amount by which the al- ried out by individual terrorists or terrorist is, in effect, excepted from the Congressional location should be raised is open for amend- organizations to either domestic or inter- budget process. This is established in section ment—though it is not in order to raise the national interests of the United States [or 402 of H. Con. Res. 376. amount above the level designated as an other applicable nation-states or inter- Budget authority needed for the ‘‘Global emergency in the bill to be considered on the national organizations]. Terrorism-related War on Terrorism’’ includes spending for the floor of the House. spending does not include legislative or ap- security of the United States and for mili- NONDEFENSE EMERGENCY RESERVE FUND propriations provisions intended to reduce, tary operations in Iraq and Afghanistan. Section 501 of the budget resolution cre- prevent or mitigate future terrorist attacks The emergency designation should only be ates an emergency reserve fund that effec- that could adequately be addressed in the used as follows: tively caps the overall amount that can be normal authorizing and appropriations proc- The designation should be used when pre- used for nondefense domestic emergencies ess (that is unless the measure in question is paring appropriations language and should (such as natural disasters). Funding beyond in response to a need that has arisen subse- be specific to each appropriation account for the reserve amount may be provided only if quent to the passage of the budget resolu- which the designation will be used. If not the Budget Committee meets and approves tion). designated specifically as emergency under an increase in the cap. (f) Terrorist attack: A ‘‘terrorist attack’’ Section 402 or 501 of the Budget Resolution, The concept of the emergency reserve fund is the use or threatened use of force or vio- the appropriation will be scored against the is not unlike a colloquial ‘‘rainy-day fund.’’ lence to civilian or military persons, build- subcommittee’s 302(b) discretionary budget It does not attempt to predict any specific ings, installations or other property [people totals for the year. natural disaster. Instead, it recognizes that or property] carried out by an individual or The designation is not to be used as a relief natural disasters of some kind—whether hur- organization; and valve for regular appropriations to cir- ricanes, forest fires, floods, or others—occur Is not carried out by an internationally cumvent 302 allocations. In other words, this in the United States nearly every year; the recognized nation-state; designation should not be used to artificially reserve sets aside an amount of funding in May be the result of state-sponsored ter- deflate regular budget requests. It is to be advance to address such needs, should they rorism. used for unknowns. If a known program re- arise. The amount in the fund is based on quires known funding at the time of the reg- historical experience. It does not assume to FURTHER GUIDELINES FOR THE DESIGNATION OF ular appropriations, it should not be treated anticipate extraordinary disasters, such as UNANTICIPATED DEFENSE-RELATED OPERATIONS as an emergency. Hurricane Katrina; it would be impractical Unanticipated Defense-related spending The appropriations subcommittee will des- and impracticable to set aside funds of that may be: ignate funding as emergency when identi- magnitude for events that are so rare. For defense facilities damaged by natural fying the appropriation. The President may GUIDELINES FOR BUDGET AUTHORITY FOR THE disasters, or request the funds as emergency or as contin- GLOBAL WAR ON TERRORISM gent emergency, but that request is non- For a response to natural disasters that en- This section (section 402) exempts from the tails the use of military resources; or binding and the subcommittees may appro- Congressional Budget Act and its enforce- For all costs associated with the national priate funds with or without the designation ment provisions only those spending provi- defense that can not be accommodated as is appropriate. The Office of Management sions that meet the following definitions: through the normal appropriations process. and Budget is the arbiter of what is or is not (a) General contingency operation: A pro- designated as an emergency in the request. vision designated as a contingency operation OTHER GENERAL DEFINITIONS OMB’s guidance in its Circular A–11 to the related to the global war on terrorism may Agencies on this matter is fairly loose and (a) Defense-related spending: ‘‘Defense-re- be either: lated’’ means spending from provisions from mentions emergencies only in the context of Defense-related; or accounts within function 050—National De- supplemental requests. The guidance lists an Nondefense-related. fense. ‘‘emergency’’ as one of the rationales for a (b) Defense-related contingency operation: supplemental stating that a supplemental is A provision designated as a defense-related (b) Nondefense-related spending: ‘‘Non- appropriate when: An unforeseen emergency contingency operation: defense-related’’ means spending from provi- situation occurs (e.g., natural disaster re- May be for spending directly related to an sions from accounts not within function quiring expenditures for the preservation of immediate response to a terrorist attack by 050—National Defense. life or property). the Department of Defense, whether domes- (c) Directly related: ‘‘Directly related’’ The emergency designation is legislative tic or international; means the direct relation between the spend- language that falls within the primary juris- May be for spending directly related to the ing designated under this section and the re- diction of the Committee on the Budget. In costs of Operation Iraqi Freedom or Oper- sponse to an activity that would not be nec- addition, the Budget Committee enforces the ation Enduring Freedom; essary were general contingency operations allocation of spending authority given to May be for spending that also meets the as described in this committee print not re- each Congressional Committee. If the Appro- definition of an ‘‘unanticipated defense-re- quired. For instance crop and livestock dis- priations Committee includes language des- lated operation’’ described in this committee aster assistance should not be available to ignating a provision of spending as an emer- print; those not directly affected by the disaster gency, the Budget Committee adjusts this May not be for spending for routine mili- but who happen to live in the same geo- general allocation by an equal amount. Be- tary expenditures not specifically caused by graphic region that was generally impacted.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.178 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS December 8, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2233 TRIBUTE TO THE HONORABLE expanding funding for research into the cure Menominee’s single wing offense is taught LANE EVANS, MEMBER OF CON- for Parkinson’s and many other diseases that throughout the Menominee area public school GRESS might benefit from government-funded embry- system, starting in 9th grade by Coaches Jeff onic stem cell research. As in all things at all Bayerl, Mark Bayerl and Jim Anderla. Maroons SPEECH OF times, LANE EVANS is handling this newest Junior Varsity is coached by Greg Langlois HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY challenge with courage and dignity. and Dave Mathieu. These freshman and junior On a personal note, LANE EVANS has been OF ILLINOIS varsity coaches are also part of the ‘‘scouting a close and dear friend to me and my hus- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES team,’’ which traveled over 5,000 miles this band, Bob Creamer, since that very first cam- past season to see and learn opponents’ Thursday, December 7, 2006 paign in 1982. That friendship, through thick strengths and weaknesses in preparation for Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise and thin, has been and will always be so pre- each Maroon victory. today to pay tribute to my colleague and treas- cious to us. We are grateful to LANE for being I would be remiss if I did not discuss the de- ured friend, LANE EVANS. As the 109th Con- such an important part of our lives. We love fense of the Maroons and their shutout per- gress comes to an end so, too, does the re- him very much. formance through the playoffs and their efforts LANE EVANS will be sorely missed on a day- markable 24-year tenure in the House of Rep- to hold Madison Heights, their state final oppo- to-day basis in this House of Representatives, resentatives of one of the bravest and most nents, to six points. Equally important, the Ma- but his legacy will ever be reflected in the im- decent members to have served in this body. roons held their opponents to just 38 points proved lives of the veterans of the United I had the privilege of working in LANE during the entire regular season. In the 9 States and all the working families who will EVANS’ first campaign in 1982. At the time games of the regular season, the Menominee continue to benefit from his outstanding serv- LANE declared his candidacy, he was consid- Maroons outscored their opponents 332-38, ice. ered a sacrificial lamb running against a well- truly an astonishing feat. Menominee’s per- entrenched Republican incumbent. His was a f formance in the championship game built pipe dream—except to the many labor union TRIBUTE TO THE MENOMINEE upon this strong showing. The Maroons out- workers, consumer and civil rights activists, MAROONS gained Madison Heights 442 yards to 232, de- and ordinary residents of this western Illinois spite Madison controlling the clock by almost district who saw something special in this 10 more minutes. young, legal assistance attorney. HON. BART STUPAK OF MICHIGAN Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and the entire When the incumbent lost his primary elec- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES U.S. House of Representatives join me in sa- tion to a State Representative from the far luting the 2006 Menominee Maroons football right wing of the party, LANE EVANS’ campaign Friday, December 8, 2006 team of Brian Boye, Tom Janson, Ethan Shav- gained momentum and this young Democrat Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to er, Nathan Shaver, David Oczus, Matt become the Congressman, the first Democrat pay tribute to the Menominee Maroons, my LaCanne, Dustin Kovar, Austin Fernstrum, to do so since the Civil War. hometown high school football team that has Jacob McMahon, Bryan Colvin, Matt In the first campaign, LANE spent lots of demonstrated tenacity, courage and skill. Two Eisenzoph, Robert Forgette, Mike Hansen, time with his young volunteers. After all, he weeks ago, the Maroons brought the Division Derek Rye, Blake Chouinard, Scott Demars, wasn’t much older than they. He sported a 5 state football championship home to Me- Aaron Thomsen, Ryan Paliewicz, Anthony Beatle-like bowl hair cut that he maintained nominee. The team qualified for the state Polazzo, Josh Johnson, Tom Carriveau, Zac until rather recently, resisting all good-natured championship after going undefeated in the Robertson, Sam Piche, Ian Rider, Brian Smith, recommendations for a style update. He was regular season with a record of 9–0. Equally Tyler Blom, Donald Jones, Steve Busick, Josh modest, unassuming, friendly, and also inspir- impressive, in five playoff games, the Menom- Blavat, Andrew Whipp, Nathan Linsmeier, Jus- ing. He showed a humble respect for each inee Maroons allowed only one touchdown, tin Ketchum, Brian Busick, Joe Klitze, Kert and every voter, addressing them in the soft- outscoring their opponents 201 to 6! The Ma- Roubal, Trevor Powell, Jacob Pedersen and spoken, sincere manner that he never lost. roons enjoy the distinction of being just the Cody Woods. I would also ask that you join The quiet strength that came from being a third team to shut out four playoff opponents. me in honoring the Assistant Coaches ‘‘Satch’’ United States Marine during the Vietnam era Also notable: this year’s Menominee Maroons Englund, Joe Noha and Jamie Schomer who always shone through. broke the school’s previous single-season helped drive this team to victory as well as From the first day and throughout his career scoring record of 539 points in a season. Managers Jared Thiesen and Bobby Olsen. in the House, LANE EVANS remained true to Head Coach Ken Hofer deserves much of his core progressive beliefs. The working and the credit for shepherding his team to such Athletic Trainers Derek Butler and Dr. Michael retired men and women of his district and the success. Coach Hofer has the tenth Karkkainen and Athletic Director Dale Van veterans throughout the nation could always winningest record in the state of Michigan: Duinen should also be recognized for their contributions to the Maroons’ success. count on LANE EVANS being there for them— 266–122–2. This is the second championship no excuses, no exceptions. Environmentalists that his teams have brought back to Menom- Of course, Head Coach Ken Hofer has named him an ‘‘Environmental Hero.’’ inee, having also won the Class BB title in earned the thanks, respect and admiration of There were those who encouraged LANE to 1998. all of Menominee, not only for this season, but trim his positions in order to ensure his reelec- In some ways, Coach Hofer and his style of for the 38 that preceded it. Coach Hofer has tion. In the end, his consistency proved to be football harken back to an earlier era. Coach done great work in bringing out the best in his a great asset, appreciated by his constituents Hofer has been at the helm of the Menominee players. Coach Hofer said of this year’s Me- who always knew exactly where he stood and team for 38 years and during that time he has nominee Maroons, ‘‘These young men came who trusted that LANE would not bend with the run the unique, ‘‘single-wing’’ offense that is to practice every day, and I don’t mean just changes in the polls. reminiscent of 1940s football. Under this of- show up. They came to practice hard. And in As the Ranking Democrat of the House Vet- fense, no one player on Menominee’s offen- every game they went all out.’’ erans’ Affairs Committee, LANE EVANS is rec- sive backfield is a ‘‘traditional quarterback’’ as The 2006 Menominee Maroons football ognized as the leading advocate of veterans in each of the four ‘‘backs’’ may run or pass the team members are also champions off the Congress, responsible for legislation to com- ball. This unique formation has successfully field. Menominee football is more than just pensate veterans and their families for the ef- confused opponents around the state and al- passing, punting, running, kicking and tackling; fects of Agent Orange, help Persian Gulf and lowed Menominee to achieve its solid winning it is about developing the ‘‘inner athlete’’. women veterans, and those now returning record. Under the single-wing offense, the Coach Hofer and his entire staff know that the from Iraq and Afghanistan. The veterans’ serv- center makes a direct snap on each play to a lessons of life can be learned on the gridiron. ice organizations have honored Lane with their player in the backfield. Unlike under the more Coach Hofer often talked about the team’s highest awards. commonly seen shotgun formation, the center ‘‘focus’’. This team’s dedication, commitment LANE EVANS has always been a leader in snaps the football to a player who may not be and focus are why so many Maroon fans fol- the fight for universal health care. Parkinson’s directly behind him. Despite this irregular tech- lowed, supported and believed in their team. disease has forced him to end his productive nique, Menominee saw hardly any turnovers The 2006 state champion Menominee Ma- service in the House. Even now, however, he throughout the season, which can be attrib- roons have clearly learned the lessons of life acknowledges how fortunate he is to be able uted to the team’s unremitting practice. Ulti- embodied in what another well respected Me- to afford the best care, while so many Ameri- mately, the single-wing formation relies more nominee County coach, the late Dale Foun- cans are not. He has become an advocate for heavily on teamwork than other formations. tain, often stated:

VerDate Aug 31 2005 04:58 Dec 12, 2006 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08DE8.180 E08DEPT2 hmoore on PROD1PC68 with HMREMARKS E2234 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 8, 2006 WHAT REALLY MATTERS India Peaceful Atomic Energy Cooperation Act to express my gratitude to and appreciation for ‘‘Never lose track of what really matters. of 2006. India has been a longtime and impor- a very good friend of mine, Mr. Brian J. Hard. It does not matter how many points you tant ally to the U.S. and U.S. assistance in the I’ve had the honor of counting on Brian’s ex- earn, medals you win or trophies you take development of a civilian nuclear energy pro- home. What really matters is what kind of emplary service to my office and the people of competitor you are, what kind of son or gram will only cement the strategic partnership Oregon’s Second Congressional District for daughter you are, what kind of student you between our two countries. With the passage the past 8 years, and at the end of this month are, and what kind of adult you will be- of the cooperation agreement with India the Brian will conclude his service in the United come!’’ U.S. can be assured the peaceful sharing of States House of Representatives as he re- Mr. Speaker, my wife, Laurie, and I know nuclear energy technologies under inter- turns home to the great State of Oregon with many of these championship football players national safeguards while preventing the his lovely bride, Laura. This occasion will cap and recognize that each of them is a cham- spread of nuclear weapon information to rogue 12 years of outstanding public service by pion in our community. Menominee and the countries, such as North Korea and Iran. Brian in the Congress, and this distinguished I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on H.J. Res. 102, people of the Upper Peninsula know that institution will be losing one of its finest staff making further continuing appropriations for when we proudly chant ‘‘U.P. Power’’, it is a members. reflection of our pride in our Menominee Ma- fiscal year 2007. While I am disappointed that roon football tradition and the fine young men we were not able to pass the remaining appro- I first got to know Brian when I was the Ma- who brought home another football champion- priations bills under regular order, I feel that it jority Leader of the Oregon House of Rep- ship to our fine community. It is with great is important that we continue to fund our gov- resentatives and he was fresh out of Oregon pride that I ask the U.S. House of Representa- ernment program at adequate levels until we State University and had begun his service to tives to join me in congratulating and honoring can address the appropriations bills in the next our state in the Oregon Capitol. He succeeded session of Congress. in numerous professional capacities in Oregon these football champions. Finally, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on the fol- f and eventually accepted a key staff position in lowing bills, considered under suspension of 1995 with one of my predecessors in the Or- PERSONAL EXPLANATION the rules: 1. H.R. 6407—Postal Accountability and En- egon congressional delegation in Washington, hancement Act DC. Brian and I renewed our ties in 1998 HON. TIMOTHY V. JOHNSON 2. H. Res. 1104—Providing for a severance when I first ran for election to Congress and OF ILLINOIS payment for employees of leadership offices he was working for the honorable Chairman of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and committees of the House of Representa- the House Agriculture Committee, Bob Smith, Friday, December 8, 2006 tives who are separated from employment whom I succeeded. I was very fortunate when Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, un- solely and directly as a result of a change in Brian accepted my offer to work in my office fortunately as the result of a death in the fam- the party holding the majority of the member- upon my election, thus beginning a harmo- ily and my need to return to Illinois by Satur- ship in the House nious and successful relationship. day morning for the funeral services, I was un- 3. H.R. 6060—Department of State Authori- As my Legislative Director for the vast ma- able to cast my votes on the following pieces ties Act of 2006 jority of my service in the House, Brian has of legislation. I request that the RECORD state 4. S. 4050—Sergeant First Class Robert my intentions on these votes had I been Lee ‘Bobby’ Hollar, Jr. Post Office Building played a pivotal role in so many accomplish- present to vote. Designation Act ments we’ve worked hard to achieve for the I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ for H. Res. 1100, 5. S. 4093—A bill to amend the Farm Secu- people of Oregon. He has been a highly effec- the rule providing for consideration of H.R. rity and Rural Investment Act of 2002 to ex- tive point person for numerous key issues 6406, to modify temporarily certain rates of tend a suspension of limitation on the period over the years, from commerce, telecommuni- duty and make other technical amendments to for which certain borrowers are eligible for cations and health care, to transportation, agri- guaranteed assistance culture, trade matters and many other issues the trade laws, to extend certain trade pref- 6. H.R. 5304—Preventing Harassment erence programs, and for other purposes. through Outbound Number Enforcement Act that have arisen and quickly needed a steady I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on H.R. 5948, the 7. S. 3821—COMPETE Act of 2006 hand to manage. In addition to the legislative Belarus Democracy Reauthorization Act of 8. S. 4042—A bill to amend title 18, United issues that consume much of our focus in the 2006. Passage of the Belarus Democracy Re- States Code, to prohibit disruptions of funerals Congress, Brian has recruited and led a authorization Act supports Belarus as an of members or former members of the Armed strong team of legislative staff in my office. emerging democracy with U.S. assistance by Forces He’s also fostered extensive relationships with strengthening democratic institutions and proc- 9. H.R. 6427—To increase the amount in a great number of citizens, leaders and public esses within the country. Our country has a certain funding agreements relating to patents officials in the Pacific Northwest and Wash- long history of promoting democracy world- and nonprofit organizations to be used for sci- ington, DC. And when the sheer overload of wide and this bill will assist the people of entific research, development, and education, activity has heightened stress levels, we’ve al- Belarus with foreign aid and the risk of U.S. and for other purposes ways been able to count on Brian’s fantastic sanctions should the recent political upheavals 10. H.R. 6428—To authorize the Secretary of the Army to carry out certain elements of sense of humor to bring a much-needed dose and the repression of democratic groups in the of comic relief. country continue. the project for hurricane and storm damage I would have voted ‘‘present’’ in response to reduction, Morganza to the Gulf of Mexico, Brian’s professional attributes have been a the Call of the House. I am sorry to have Louisiana tremendous resource for me and those I rep- missed Speaker J. DENNIS HASTERT’s farewell 11. S. 2735—Dam Safety Act of 2006 resent. For his public service and dedication, 12. S. Con. Res. 123—A concurrent resolu- speech. I respect and admire him, and am I’m grateful. As important to me as the con- tion providing for correction to the enrollment proud to serve with him in the Illinois congres- stant hard work Brian has exerted in our effort of the bill H.R. 5946 sional delegation. His long tenure as the 13. H.R. 5946—Stevens-Inouye Inter- to deliver to Oregonians is the strong friend- Speaker of the House is historic, and he will national Fisheries Monitoring and Compliance ship I share with him. Brian is simply one of be celebrated as an esteemed statesman. Legacy Act of 2006 the most sincere and likable persons one can I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on H.R. 6406, to 14. H.R. 4075—Marine Mammal Protection have the good fortune of knowing well. This modify temporarily certain rates of duty and Act Amendments of 2006 goes for Laura Hard too. They’re a wonderful make other technical amendments to the trade f couple, and I’m very proud to count them as laws, to extend certain trade preference pro- close friends. grams, and for other purposes. This package TRIBUTE TO MR. BRIAN J. HARD As Brian and Laura begin their journey contains trade provisions I have supported in homeward bound, I ask my colleagues to join the past and will continue to do so in the fu- HON. GREG WALDEN OF OREGON me in bidding them a heartfelt official farewell, ture. These provisions will help expand the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES competitiveness of U.S. manufacturers and with significant thanks to Brian for 12 years of exporters within the global marketplace. Friday, December 8, 2006 outstanding service to Oregon and our Nation. I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on the Conference Mr. WALDEN of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I rise You will be sorely missed. Report on H.R. 5682, the Henry J. Hyde U.S.- tonight, our final night of the 109th Congress, Go Ducks!

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Mr. Speaker, I rise with great pride to call attention to a very special and Wednesday, December 6, 2006 history to be elected mayor—a capacity in which he served until his last days. noteworthy group—the Air War College Class Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in Despite being diagnosed with cancer in of 2006. This class graduated on May 25, strong support of H. Res. 1091, which con- 2006. These men and women, not only from demns in the strongest terms Iran’s commit- February 2006, Mayor Guido remained on the job every day, continuing to work long hours our own Armed Forces, but those of 46 other ment to hold an international Holocaust denial countries have distinguished themselves, their conference on December 11–12, 2006. I am at City Hall and around town, attending public events throughout his outpatient treatment. He school, their communities, and their nations. proud to be an original cosponsor of this im- The Air War College Class of 2006 had a even found the strength to serve as 64th portant resolution. remarkable year and I believe these men and President of the United States Conference of I have the honor of representing one of the women deserve formal recognition for their ac- Mayors, proving himself many times over as world’s largest communities of Holocaust sur- complishments. By any measure, the class of the leader of this bipartisan force for our Na- vivors in the United States. It is on their be- 2006 has not only blazed new trails, but es- tion’s mayors. half, and on behalf of all of their friends and tablished new standards of excellence. family who perished at the hands ofthe Nazis Mayor Guido initiated outstanding improve- This was the first class to execute the Pro- and their collaborators during World War II, ments to City services, especially in public fessional Military Education (PME) phase II that I make this statement today. safety areas, directed the construction or ren- curriculum, thus producing joint service quali- Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s ovation of notable city facilities, and oversaw fied officers. It was the first class to have mid- current intent to host an international Holo- the completion of dramatic private develop- year students join the class and complete the caust denial conference is only the latest ments that improved the city’s tax base and demanding academic curriculum. It was also abominable act he has taken in a series of long term viability. the first class to have 46 international fellows, anti-Semitic Holocaust denial statements and He was serious about his commitment to and the first class to send students, as part of actions since he rose to power. exceptional public service. He set high stand- its premiere regional studies, to the country of Those of us who understand history and hu- ards, and initiated many programs that were Turkmenistan. More importantly, it was the manity will not let President Ahmadinejad’s ef- innovative upon their implementation. Among first class to have State Week, a full week forts to diminish what was one of mankind’s those are curbside recycling and composting, dedicated to the interaction between DOS/ worst disasters go unanswered. No rational loose leaf collection, and a myriad of public DOD that will facilitate future cooperation and person can deny the systematic state-spon- safety initiatives—advanced life support, an more efficient interaction between these future sored murder of 6,000,000 Jews and other tar- emergency warning system, and an auto- leaders. geted groups by Nazi Gennany and its col- mated notification system. As a believer in Established in 1946, this is the 60th year of laborators during World War II. The Holocaust technology to provide efficient public service, the Air War College. The Air War College mis- happened. It was the worst crime and the larg- he knew that there is no replacement for per- sion is to be ‘‘the foremost center for air and est mass murder of the last century. It is a sonal contact and required employees to not space education and thought—preparing the fact. just follow-up with residents, but to solve their world’s best strategic leaders.’’ Students must President Ahmadinejad’s past and present problems. meet rigorous academic requirements, take re- declarations and actions—spewing outrageous sponsibility for academic progress, behavior, anti-Semitic and anti-Israel rhetoric, remaining During his tenure as Mayor, he changed the and attendance, and they are expected to par- a primary source of funding, training, and sup- facade of Dearborn by initiating development ticipate in school and community activities. port for terrorist groups, and openly threat- projects that revived the critical downtown They have not only met those rigorous de- ening Israel and the United States—prove areas, including West Village and West Village mands but far exceeded them. The class of President Ahmadinejad is on a crusade of ha- Commons in the west end, and Georgetown 2006 and their faculty have consistently shown tred and are deeply troubling acts. Commons in the east end. His drive to keep not only leadership, but generosity. Together I hope other governments, especially those Dearborn attractive for families and young pro- they donated 67 pints of blood, raised almost in Middle East and Islamic world, and those fessionals in the face of competition from $100,000 for several charities; and members on the UN Security Council will join me in newer communities culminated in the con- of the class generously gave their time to trav- speaking out against this hateful and untruthful struction of the Ford Community & Performing el to Biloxi, MS, to aid in the recovery after rhetoric. President Ahmadinejad’s assault on Arts Center in 2001. Hurricane Katrina. Notably, other members the truth is an insult to all. Other significant projects included the ex- After the Holocaust the Jewish people pansion of the Dearborn Ice Skating Center, opened their homes to displaced military per- vowed to ‘‘Never Forget.’’ We will never forget. the construction of a new Police Head- sonnel during that tragic time. And the world must never forget. And we will quarters, the expansion of the Robert Herndon I would like to extend my enthusiastic con- never bow to the ignorance, threats, bigotry Dearborn Hills Golf Course, the redesign of gratulations to the Air War College Class of and fanaticism of Iranian President Mahmoud Ford Woods Park, improvements to Camp 2006, ‘‘Warriors, Leaders, and Statesmen’’ Ahmadinejad—a man whose actions and Dearborn and neighborhood pools and parks, upon their graduation. I wish them Godspeed words are an insult to the great Persian peo- and expansion of Esper Branch Library. as they move to their next assignments, some directly into harm’s way, as they become to- ple. While he will be remembered for his accom- morrow’s strategic leaders in the global war on I thank my colleagues who will vote unani- plishments, he will also be remembered for his terror. mously to pass H. Res. 1091. humor and ability to relate to people. As an f accomplished speaker, he adeptly incor- f MOURNING THE PASSING OF porated jokes into formal presentations, and PERSONAL EXPLANATION DEARBORN MAYOR MICHAEL his conversation was pointed yet entertaining GUIDO with quips and impersonations. HON. GENE TAYLOR Mayor Guido’s impact upon the City of OF MISSISSIPPI Dearborn will continue to be recognized within HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his community and nationally. During an inter- OF MICHIGAN view years ago, he said he wanted his epitaph Friday, December 8, 2006 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to be ‘‘He loved the people of Dearborn, and Mr. TAYLOR of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, on Friday, December 8, 2006 they loved him . . .’’ We will all miss his lead- Tuesday, December 5th, 2006, I was unavoid- Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to ership and will remember his legacy in the ably detained, and I was unable to cast my mourn the passing and commemorate the life City of Dearborn. vote during rollcall number 524 on H. Res.

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I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘no.’’ Armed Forces who were wounded in service We have tackled immigration and found so- f and are facing a transition to civilian life. lutions to border security to help stop the flow As a member of the House Armed Services of illegal aliens into this country. We have OFFICE NATIONAL DRUG CONTROL Committee and a long-time champion of the taken steps to ensure that the Administration, POLICY REAUTHORIZATION ACT military men and women who serve our Na- military and the intelligence community have OF 2006 tion, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ the tools they need to fight the war on ter- SPEECH OF f rorism efficiently. The economy is growing at an unprecedented rate, home ownership is up, HON. MARK E. SOUDER IN TRIBUTE TO THE SERVICE OF un-employment is at 4.4 percent, and the fed- OF INDIANA CONGRESSMAN LANE EVANS eral deficit has been cut in half three years IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ahead of schedule. The efforts of the 109th SPEECH OF Thursday, December 7, 2006 Congress have led us forward to solving and HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES finding new solutions to the challenges Amer- Mr. SOUDER. Madam Speaker, yesterday, OF OHIO ica faces. we passed H.R. 6344, I took the opportunity to thank the various members of the House and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I would also like to take this time to thank my colleagues, many of whom will not be re- Senate, without whom we could not have Thursday, December 7, 2006 turning for the 110th Congress. It has been a passed this important and long-overdue legis- Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Madam Speaker, I join pleasure to work alongside you to strengthen lation. As a point of personal privilege, I want the people of Illinois and the people of this America and work on legislation to improve to take this opportunity to thank the many staff country in celebrating the tremendous service the lives of millions of Americans. I will truly members who worked so long and so hard for of my dear colleague and friend Congressman miss working with you and wish you the best us. LANE EVANS. in your future endeavors. First, I must thank the Staff director of our Congressman EVANS was a native of Rock Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my col- Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Pol- Island, IL. Drawing on his first-hand experi- leagues for all of their hard work during the icy and Human Resources. Marc Wheat has ence a U.S. Marine Veteran in Vietnam, Con- 109th Congress and I look forward to working been with us for over 3 years, and he has gressman EVANS has fought hard to bring to together in the 110th Congress to continue to been relentless and energetic in pursuing this light the experience for our veterans in the keep America on its prosperous path. daunting project. There is no other staffer on Persian Gulf War. His experience served him f the House or Senate side who deserves more well on the Armed Services Committee. He credit. GULF OF MEXICO DRILLING BILL worked to increase funding and to expand and Subcommittee counsel Dennis Kilcoyne, build new veteran clinics across America. Be- SPEECH OF who joined our staff in February, has led the fore coming to Congress, Evans fought as a negotiations with the Senate for months and lawyer for working families and the poor in HON. BARBARA LEE skillfully steered this legislation through the de- Rock Island. In Congress, in addition to fight- OF CALIFORNIA mands and critiques of the many competing ing for veterans he also fought for the Environ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parties in Congress, the Administration and ment. In fact, he was named an ‘‘Environ- Friday, December 8, 2006 private sector. It was a huge task requiring pa- mental Hero’’ by the League of Conservation Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in opposition to tience, skill and diplomacy, without which the Voters and he was awarded the Conserva- the underlying bill. Once again the Republican effort would not have succeeded. tionist of the Year in 1995 by the Illinois Sierra Congress has used this horrendous martial The bipartisan nature of this negotiation has Club. law process to ram a bill through on the last been an inspiration, and that is represented on My most fond memories of Rep. EVANS day of session. the House side by Tony Haywood, counsel to were when LANE invited me to participate in It is unclear what exactly is in this bill be- the minority staff of the Government Reform the Homecourt Basketball Tournament. cause none of us have had a chance to actu- Committee, who has ably represented the in- Homecourt Charity Basketball Game features ally read it. terests of our ranking Subcommittee member, members of Congress playing against the We do know at least that it represents a last ELIJAH CUMMINGS. He has been a team player Georgetown Law School Faculty to raise ditch attempt by the Republican Congress to with our staff. money for the Homeless Legal Center. In sell out to their friends in the oil and gas in- I cannot forget the role played by our former 2000, Mervyn L. Jones II, my son, age 16, dustry. This time they want to open up the Staff Director Chris Donesa—now with the began playing on our team. He has played in Outer Continental Shelf in the Gulf of Mexico House Intelligence Committee—and our every game since 2000. Mervyn and LANE to new drilling—supposedly so they can help former Subcommittee counsel Nick Coleman. have gotten to know each other well and he the Gulf Coast rebuild. These men brought great insight and skill that and I will miss our annual games under the Are we really so cynical as to tie assistance has contributed much to this legislation. leadership of LANE EVANS. LANE was the man- for the gulf coast areas ravaged by Hurricanes And I would be remiss if I didn’t thank Susie ager and former Rep. Carrie Meek and I were Katrina, Rita and Wilma to new oil and gas Schulte of the Government Reform Committee the coaches. Upon Rep. Meek’s retirement I drilling? Are we really going to equate the wel- and Matt Miller of the Speaker’s Drug Task took on the coaching responsibilities. I am fare of Big Oil companies to the needs of hur- Force, as well as his predecessor Andy committed to keeping the LANE EVANS ricane survivors? Tiongson. All of these people have been en- Homecourt Basketball tradition alive. It seems like every time we open the news- thusiastic and resourceful partners in this fight. I will truly miss my friend and colleague, paper or turn on the news these days, the oil Finally, I must mention all those staff mem- LANE EVANS’ presence on the hill and on the industry is announcing another record profit. bers on the Senate side who responded so Basketball Court. I pray that God will continue Yet here they are again, hat in hand begging well to the hard work of our House Staff. First, to bless LANE EVANS and his family. for another giveaway. Do they really need our I must thank Gavin Young—who represents f help? Chairman SPECTER on the Judiciary Com- I firmly believe that we have a moral re- mittee—and his predecessor Matt McPhillips, TRIBUTE TO 109TH CONGRESS sponsibility to help the gulf coast rebuild, but who just left last week to take up his FBI as- we should not condition any assistance on the signment in Denver. These two proved every HON. VIRGINIA FOXX future revenues of Big Oil. bit as skillful in shepherding the bill in the last OF NORTH CAROLINA If we really wanted to help the gulf coast, few weeks of maneuvering in that mysterious IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES we should’ve been debating and passing H.R. body we call the United States Senate. Cau- 4197, the Hurricane Katrina Recovery, Rec- cus. Friday, December 8, 2006 lamation, Restoration, Reconstruction and Re- Also we thank Jeremy Mischler and Melissa Ms. FOXX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac- union Act of 2005, introduced by the Congres- Sandberg of the Senate Drug Caucus. They knowledge the accomplishments of the 109th sional Black Caucus last year. have worked long on behalf of Senator

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GRASSLEY to help us finally reach the elusive Finally, I am particularly proud that this act S. 994—THE FAMILY ABDUCTION goal of passing this bill. to be signed by the President takes the first PREVENTION ACT Jackie Parker of Senator LEVIN’s staff and step to prevent what C.S. Lewis referred to as Reagan Taylor of Senator BIDEN’s staff have ‘‘the abolition of Man.’’ In the section author- been working this issue for a long time, and izing the U.S. Anti-Doping agency, it explicitly HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY my staff have nothing but high praise for their bans from athletic competition anyone who team efforts. Roscoe Jones of Senator has been genetically modified for performance OF CALIFORNIA LEAHY’s staff worked hard and in good faith in enhancement. This technology of ‘‘gene- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recent weeks with my staff to hammer out the doping’’ is not yet viable in humans, but it is last few wrinkles in the negotiations, and we widely anticipated to be on the horizon. To Friday, December 8, 2006 thank him for his efforts also. that end, it is critical to anticipate the problem I also want to salute John Mackey of the and explicitly address it. Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, family abduc- House International Relations Committee, Jan- The protocol set by the U.S. Anti Doping tions are the most common form of abduction, ice O’Connell of the Senate Foreign Relations Agency, which follows the World Anti-Doping yet receive far too little attention. Every year, Committee, and Tim Rieser of the Senate Ap- Agency, is also the standard followed by the over 200,000 children are abducted by a fam- propriations Foreign Operations Subcommitee, International Olympic Committee. These ily member and most frequently, by a parent. standards state that ‘‘The non-therapeutic use who did so much in the drafting of the provi- We all assume that because the child is sions to ensure that the Director of ONDCP of cells, genes, genetic elements, or of the with a parent, they are safe, but we have seen carries out a study on the use of modulation of gene expression, having the ca- mycoherbicides as a way to kill off coca and pacity to enhance athletic performance, is pro- entirely too often this is far from the truth. opium poppy plants in an environmentally safe hibited.’’ Although the U.S. Anti Doping Agen- More than half of the parents who abduct manner. Their efforts may succeed where cy and the World Anti-Doping Agency pres- their children have a history of alcohol or sub- thousands of tons of chemical spraying has ently prohibit gene-doping, there is no guar- stance abuse, a criminal record, or a history of failed. antee that gene-doping will remain on the pro- violence. Among the private sector groups, we are hibited list. The prohibition of gene-doping by especially grateful to Sue Thau of the Commu- statute and further public dialogue is critical. I So not surprisingly, children who are ab- nity Anti-Drug Coalitions of America, Marcia salute my House and Senate colleagues for ducted by family members suffer emotional, Lee Taylor of the Partnership for a Drug-Free their foresighted efforts in this regard. psychological, and often physical abuse at the America, and Ron Brooks of the National Nar- f hand of their abductors. cotics Officers Associations Coalitions. From PERSONAL EXPLANATION We cannot let this continue. It’s time we the treatment, prevention and law enforcement provide law enforcement with the resources sides—respectively—they have been indispen- they need to treat these child abductions as sable partners in our efforts to enact this law. HON. BOB INGLIS OF SOUTH CAROLINA the serious crimes that they are. Additionally, I must thank Professor Charles IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES O’Keeffe of Virginia Commonwealth University, Please join me today in support of this im- who gave us such helpful guidance on provi- Friday, December 8, 2006 portant legislation that will assist States in pre- sions to allow doctors to treat more heroin ad- Mr. INGLIS of South Carolina. Mr. Speaker, venting and responding to family abductions. dicts who need drugs like buprenorphine for on rollcall No. 540 I was unavoidably detained. treatment. Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’

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