H9848 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 13, 2017 don’t think it even benefits the Repub- treating physician. Dr. Tully is widely school. At the same time, National lican Party politically to send this respected and has performed more than Guard members are available to pro- young American woman like her away. 3,000 prostatectomies. On Thursday, vide support and protection for their But it is up to Republicans and Martha and I drove to Birmingham to States or to be called for military oper- Democrats to stand up for Brittany, obtain Dr. Tully’s insight about treat- ations for the country. They serve Saul, and Mayron. Democrats must be ment options and risks. He advised a their community and their country. clear that we value the contributions radical prostatectomy. Each U.S. State, the District of Co- of these young people and will not At Dr. Tully’s direction, I undertook lumbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto allow their stories to be ignored. a heart stress test and a nuclear bone Rico, and the territories of Guam and Republicans—even the brave ones scan. Finally, I got some good news. the U.S. Virgin Islands maintain both who have said that they are for solving My CT scan and nuclear bone scan re- an Army National Guard and an Air the plight of the DACA kids—must do vealed no cancer beyond the prostate. National Guard. more than write a letter or whisper My heart stress test confirmed that I quietly in the Halls that they hope am strong enough to undergo the 2- to The General Court something happens. 3-hour surgery. issued an order on December 13, 1636, It is up to us right now. I am not Prostate cancer mortality data is requiring all able-bodied men between leaving, and I am not shutting up until compelling. Speed is critical in the the ages of 16 and 60 to create a stand- we do. fight against prostate cancer. In com- ing Army for protection. With that order, what we now know as America’s f pliance with the 2017 House calendar that set end-of-year votes on December National Guard was born. The idea was GOD WORKS IN MYSTERIOUS 14, and at some risk to myself, Dr. simple: establish an Army of citizen WAYS Tully and I delayed my surgery until soldiers who could be called upon to The SPEAKER pro tempore. The December 15—this Friday—and set a fight when needed. Chair recognizes the gentleman from postsurgery medical procedure for De- In honor of the National Guard’s Alabama (Mr. BROOKS) for 5 minutes. cember 20. My plan was to recuperate birthday, here are some lesser known Mr. BROOKS of Alabama. Mr. Speak- at home during the holidays with my facts about the branch: each member of er, this is a very difficult speech for me family and return to Washington for a the National Guard is sworn to uphold to give. full workload when Congress recon- two constitutions, Federal and State. God works in mysterious ways. venes on January 3. The term ‘‘National Guard’’ didn’t be- When you are an elected official, Unfortunately, last week the House come an official term until 1916. 50,000 missed votes require an explanation. Speaker abruptly changed the House members of the National Guard were That is why I disclose this otherwise voting calendar that I relied on to set called to take on various missions dur- very personal, very private, and very my surgery. As a result, next week I ing the 9/11 attacks in 2001. Only two humbling matter. will miss House floor votes unless I am Presidents have served in the National On Halloween night, after votes, as I unexpectedly medically cleared to Guard in its modern structure: Harry stood on the Capitol steps, my doctor travel. S. Truman and George W. Bush. called and said: Congressman BROOKS, There are three insights from my ex- The National Guard is older than the bad news. You have high-risk prostate perience that I wish to share with the cancer. I felt an adrenaline rush as a Army. Militias were used as early as public. First, don’t ever, ever take your 1636 to protect British colonies. The chill went up and down my spine. health or family for granted. During By way of background, prostate can- U.S. Army wasn’t formed until the be- the holidays, enjoy your family be- ginning of the Revolutionary War. cer kills almost 27,000 American men cause no one—no one—is promised to- each year and is the third leading morrow. American Samoa is the only terri- cause of cancer deaths behind only Second, I encourage age-appropriate tory of the to not have a lung and colorectal cancers. Seventy- men to have regular PSA tests. While National Guard unit. one percent of prostate cancer patients PSA tests do not diagnose cancer, my National Guard units were called die in less than 5 years if the prostate PSA spike persuaded me to have the minutemen during the American Revo- cancer has spread beyond the abdom- prostate biopsy that revealed my high- lution due to their rapid response abil- inal cavity. In stark contrast, almost risk prostate cancer early enough for ity. all prostate cancer patients live longer me to enjoy a very good cure prognosis. The most senior member of each than 5 years if the cancer is discovered Third, I ran for the Senate in 2017. I State National Guard unit is the adju- early and killed before it spreads. finished third out of nine candidates in tant general. Some States elect the ad- For example, my father discovered the Republican primary. Had I won, I jutant general while others have their his prostate cancer early. He lived four would not have had time for my phys- Governor appoint someone to that po- decades after his prostatectomy. My ical and PSA test. I would not have had sition. grandfather discovered his prostate a prostate biopsy. I would not now cancer too late. He died not long there- know about my high-risk prostate can- The National Guard formed one of after. cer that requires immediate surgery. the first all-African-American units in After my doctor’s diagnosis, I called In retrospect, and paradoxically, los- U.S. military history, the 54th Massa- my wife, Martha, who was back home ing the Senate race may have saved my chusetts Volunteers. Their creation in Huntsville welcoming trick-or-treat- life. Yes, God does work in mysterious was met with mixed reactions, but the ers and shared the bad news. That ways. unit serves to this day, and the first night was one of the loneliest nights f African American to receive a Medal of apart in our 41-year marriage. I kept Honor, William Harvey Carney, hailed thinking about my wonderful family: CELEBRATING THE 381ST BIRTH- from it. DAY OF THE NATIONAL GUARD What do I do next? How do I beat this The National Guard is second only to cancer? The SPEAKER pro tempore. The the United States Army in terms of Overnight, I formed a plan and began Chair recognizes the gentleman from number of members. implementing it. (Mr. THOMPSON) for 5 In an emotional meeting, I informed minutes. Mr. Speaker, I commend all those my Washington staff of my cancer, Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. who join the ranks of the esteemed Na- that I was immediately flying to Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of tional Guard. They answer the call of Huntsville after a CT scan that after- the 381st birthday of the National duty to protect their community and noon, and that, for medical reasons, I Guard. their country. We are grateful for their would be in Alabama the rest of the A component of the United States service and proud of their commit- week. Army, the National Guard is primarily ment. Based on advice from friends and doc- composed of citizen soldiers who hold Happy 381st birthday to the National tors, I chose Dr. Scott Tully as my down full-time civilian jobs or attend Guard.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:15 Dec 14, 2017 Jkt 079060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 7634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13DE7.002 H13DEPT1 December 13, 2017 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9849 b 1015 any income ‘‘earned’’ abroad will be He served on the Salida Volunteer Fire HONORING SHERIFF’S DEPUTY completely tax free. Department, the Hart-Ransom School DAVID SOLIS It will be the wealthiest 1 percent Board of Trustees, the Central Valley who get more than 50 percent of the Farmland Trust Trustee Council, and The SPEAKER pro tempore. The tax cuts in this plan, while sticking the Stanislaus Land Trust and Agricul- Chair recognizes the gentleman from our children with the bill. tural Pavilion boards, just to name a California (Mr. RUIZ) for 5 minutes. I want to simplify and modernize our few. He has been very active. Mr. RUIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Tax Code to give middle class families Paul’s tenure as president ends this honor the outstanding service and her- the purchasing power they need to im- year, but I am confident he will con- oism of one of California’s finest, Riv- prove their lives and spark the econ- tinue to play a vital role in the advo- erside County Sheriff’s Deputy David omy. This plan, unfortunately, will fur- cacy and evolution of our agriculture Solis, who serves in Coachella, Cali- ther burden the middle class for the industry. fornia. benefit of millionaires. I thank Paul for his hard work and On May 25, 2017, Deputy Solis en- So, let’s start over. Let’s come back continued friendship. I thank his wife, gaged in a chase with a suspect in a ve- to the table to make real, bipartisan Deborah, his three sons, and their hicle, which led to a foot pursuit. The tax reform a reality and to give real grandchildren for graciously sharing suspect unexpectedly drew a firearm tax cuts to all the people we serve. Paul with the farmers, ranchers, and and shot Deputy Solis six times at f our community, who have relied on his close range. Though he was critically leadership. HONORING PAUL WENGER injured, Deputy Solis continued to feed Mr. Speaker, please join me in hon- his team information, ensuring other The SPEAKER pro tempore. The oring and recognizing my good friend officers could secure the area, which Chair recognizes the gentleman from for his unwavering leadership, accom- led to the eventual capture of the sus- California (Mr. DENHAM) for 5 minutes. plishments, and contributions on be- pect. Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, today, I half of the agriculture industry. Incredibly, Deputy Solis was back to rise to honor a true friend and advo- f work after just 4 months of recovery. cate of agriculture. For the past 8 His bravery, strength, and profes- years, Paul Wenger has led the Cali- HONORING THE LIFE OF LOWELL sionalism exemplify the very best in fornia Farm Bureau with passion and HAWTHORNE law enforcement, which is why his de- dedication, ensuring that one of our The SPEAKER pro tempore. The partment selected him to receive the State’s most vital industries remains Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from Public Safety Officer Medal of Valor at the forefront worldwide. As a long- (Ms. CLARKE) for 5 minutes. for exhibiting ‘‘extraordinary valor time native of California’s Tenth Dis- Ms. CLARKE of New York. Mr. above and beyond the call of duty.’’ It trict and the city of Modesto, Paul has Speaker, I rise today in tribute to a is the highest decoration for public consistently been engaged in making great man, a loving husband and fa- safety officers. our community a better place. ther, a visionary entrepreneur, a phi- Deputy Solis, you truly embody As a third-generation farmer, Paul lanthropist and humanitarian, my be- these values. Your courage has made grows almonds and walnuts on the fam- loved and dear friend, Mr. Lowell Haw- our entire valley a safer place. You and ily farm, which includes property pur- thorne of , New York. all law enforcement officers put your- chased by his grandfather in 1910. His Lowell Hawthorne immigrated to the selves in harm’s way each day to keep farming operation also includes a mar- United States from the beautiful island us safe. keting component for processed al- nation of in 1981 and, like On behalf of my wife, Monica, and monds and walnuts through his Wood most immigrants to our country, began the entire 36th Congressional District, Colony Nut Company. his pursuit of the American Dream. I thank you, Martha, and your chil- Paul attended Modesto Junior Col- After working his way up the admin- dren—Caleb, Jonah, Grace, Jeremy, lege, or MJC, before transferring to Cal istrative ranks of the and Penny—for your service and sac- Poly San Luis Obispo, where he earned Police Department as an accountant rifice. a degree in animal science. handling police pensions, he was bitten GOP TAX PLAN From 1990 to 1994, he served as presi- by the entrepreneurial bug and started Mr. RUIZ. Mr. Speaker, the tax plan dent of the Stanislaus County Farm a home-based business doing tax re- being considered in conference right Bureau. Three years later, Paul became turns for coworkers and friends on the now will be devastating for the people a statewide officer, when he was elect- force. I represent, in particular, seniors, ed second vice president. He was then Determined to provide for his family homeowners, students, and taxpaying elected first vice president in 2005. He a life that he never had, in 1989, in- middle class Californians. also served as a member of the Bu- spired by his father and sisters, who According to every nonpartisan esti- reau’s board of directors and chaired were bakers, and with the financial mate out there, this tax plan will blow its water advisory committee and support of his wife and siblings, he a giant hole in our deficit, a $1 trillion water development task force. would go on to open the first Golden hole, in fact. Since 2009, Paul has served as presi- Krust Bakery, on East Gun Hill Road So my first question is: Who is going dent of the statewide California Farm in the Bronx, New York. His specialties to pay for it? Bureau. He has been on the front lines included the Jamaican beef patty, Car- Well, next year it will be our seniors, fighting for water rights and supplies, ibbean baked goods, and other culinary to the tune of $25 billion in cuts to less government overreach, immigra- delights. Medicare. tion reform, and sustainable working From there, his entrepreneurial tal- And 10 years from now? lands that are essential to keeping ents, work ethic, and dogged deter- We will be looking at cuts to pro- farming and ranching alive. mination allowed him to soar, me- grams that invest in our children and In 2014, he received the Stanislaus thodically expanding his empire to in- our future, like Pell grants for our stu- Farm Bureau’s Distinguished Service clude over 120 stores in nine States dents. Award and has been long praised for his across the country. Car- My next question is: Who will actu- effective messaging, engagement, pas- ibbean Bakery & Grill would become ally benefit? sion, and unwavering principles. the first -American-owned Well, it won’t be California home- Paul has successfully given Cali- business in the United States to be owners, who, on average, will see their fornia a strong voice at the national granted a franchise license. Producing taxes go up by $800 a year. It won’t be table by serving on the board of direc- more than 50 million beef, chicken, and hardworking families in southern Cali- tors for the American Farm Bureau. vegetable patties a year, Golden Krust fornia, who will be double-taxed on Alongside his work to advocate for is also the largest Caribbean-Amer- their income. our region at the State and national ican-owned business in the Nation. It will be corporations that will get level, Paul has dedicated countless Lowell has been described by his em- free rein to ship jobs overseas, because hours to our local community as well. ployees as a nice boss, a wonderful guy,

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