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TRIBUTE TO NURSES AT class 1A parade at the Missouri Day Parade nomic parity. Because the Urban League’s WOODLAND TERRACE in 2002, 1st place in the class 1A Parade at goal is to eliminate the barriers of racism and Central Missouri State University Homecoming level the economic playing field, her work in- HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE in 2002, 2nd place in the class 1A parade at cludes employment and training programs; OF FLORIDA Northwest Missouri State University home- after school programs; parent empowerment coming in 2002, and 1st place in the Chil- programs; and adult and youth leadership de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES licothe Christmas Parade in 2002. velopment. Thursday, May 8, 2003 Many students have dedicated their time Sheila is also active with many other local Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. and effort to making the band the accom- organizations, serving on the Health Founda- Speaker, I rise today in honor of the nurses at plished organization that it is. I commend the tion; Cincinnati CAN (Community Action Now); the Woodland Terrace Nursing Home in my time and dedication these students have put Advocates for Youth Education; and the Cin- home District of Florida. forth being a part of this wonderful after school cinnati Chapter of Links, Inc. She has been As you all know, this is national nurses activity while also working hard at their stud- honored as a Cincinnati Enquirer Woman of week and I am privileged to speak on behalf ies. Marisa Fultz, Drum Major and Field Com- the Year; a Great Rivers Girl Scouts Woman of the many talented nurses at Woodland Ter- mander and Brenna Hicks, Assistant Drum of Distinction; and a University of Cincinnati race. The Fifth District of Florida, and in fact Major have worked very hard to ensure that Notable Black Alumni. the entire State of Florida, has a large and the band performs at it’s best. All of us in Cincinnati have benefitted from growing population of senior citizens. I firmly Additionally, the band has received a great Sheila Adams’ service. We congratulate her believe that seniors are one of our nation’s deal of support from the education community, on this well deserved and distinguished award most valuable assets. We will be judged on including the Board of Education, Mrs. Marla from NCCJ. how well we care for our seniors. Barnes, President of the Board of Education, f The nurses at Woodland Terrace have not Mr. Gerald Snodgrass, Superintendent, Mr. KEEPING THE PROMISE TO OUR shied away from this important responsibility. I Robert Newhart, Polo High School Principal, DISABLED VETERANS continue to be impressed with the quality of Ms. Beverly McQueen, Elementary School care at Woodland Terrace; a standard which Principal, and the band boosters led by presi- is largely attributable to the nurses who work dent Darrin Hicks. HON. BOB FILNER there. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in OF CALIFORNIA At a time when many analysts are predicting commending the Polo High School Marching IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a nursing shortage in the near future, it is crit- Panther Pride Band. The band is a primary Thursday, May 8, 2003 ical that the nursing workforce be given proper example of educational excellence in North Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, I commendation for continual hard work and Missouri and in their community. I wish them rise to call the attention of the House to three dedication to what can seem like a thank-less the best of luck at the Gator Bowl! bills that I have introduced to address con- profession. With that, I offer my most sincere f cerns of our nation’s disabled veterans. Each thank you to the nurses at Woodland Terrace of the bills was introduced in response to re- SHEILA J. ADAMS HONORED BY for a job well done! quests from veterans all across the nation. THE GREATER CINCINNATI f H.R. 1919 will authorize transportation on CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL military aircraft on a space-available basis for HONORING THE POLO HIGH CONFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY veterans with a service-connected disability SCHOOL MARCHING PANTHER AND JUSTICE rated at 50% or more. Currently, members PRIDE BAND and retirees of the uniformed services and the HON. ROB PORTMAN reserves may travel free on Department of De- HON. SAM GRAVES OF OHIO fense (DoD) aircraft when space is available. OF MISSOURI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This benefit is allowed when it does not inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 8, 2003 fere with military missions and is a recognition Thursday, May 8, 2003 of military careers filled with rigorous duty. Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay But present policies do not extend this ben- Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause tribute to Sheila J. Adams, a friend and con- efit to our disabled veterans. What more rig- to recognize the Polo High School Marching stituent, who will be honored by the Greater orous duty can be imagined than to become Panther Pride Band from Caldwell County, Cincinnati Chapter of the National Conference disabled in the service of our country? Why Missouri. The band, comprised of 7th through for Community and Justice (NCCJ) at NCCJ’s has the DoD chosen not to recognize the 12th grade students, has had many significant 75th Anniversary Dinner on May 22, 2003. brave men and women who sacrificed their accomplishments in the last year. Most re- NCCJ, founded in 1927 as the National Con- health and well-being while serving in uni- cently, the band has been honored with an in- ference of Christians and Jews, is a human form? This DoD policy is wrong, and H.R. vitation to play at the 2003 Toyota Gator Bowl relations organization dedicated to fighting 1919 would correct it. in Jacksonville, Florida. I, along with Polo High bias, bigotry and racism through under- This bill would cost the federal government School students and administrators, are proud standing and respect among all races, reli- nothing, and adding disabled veterans would of the band’s successes. gions and cultures. not interfere with benefits for active-duty per- The band has worked very hard in competi- Sheila was selected to be honored by NCCJ sonnel. Current military is always given pri- tion to establish a reputation of marching ex- because, as one person noted, ‘‘She’s been ority, and H.R. 1919 would do nothing to cellence over the last two school years, which involved, she’s been active, she’s led. She’s change that. What my bill would do is to allow was a pre-requisite for their acceptance in the gone from success to significance. Success is seats that would otherwise go unused to be 2003 Gator Bowl Parade. Additionally, the about you, but significance is about what occupied by men and women who have been band has been acknowledged for many out- you’ve done for others.’’ And Sheila has con- disabled in their service to their nation. standing achievements including 2nd place in sistently done a lot for others. Two other bills, H.R. 1917 and H.R. 1918, the class 1A parade at Carollton Band Day in For over thirty years, Sheila has been a would also allow veterans with service-con- 2001, 1st place in the class 1A parade at human relations professional. As president nected disabilities to use military facilities. CMC Band Day in 2001, 1st place in class 1A and chief executive officer of the Cincinnati The DoD provides Morale, Welfare, and at the Northwest Missouri State University Urban League since 1990, Sheila oversees Recreation (MWR) programs to bring some of Homecoming Flag Corps in 2002, the color programs and services that help African Amer- the benefits of civilian life to military commu- guard competition in 2001, 1st place in the icans and others to achieve social and eco- nities. These programs are the cornerstone of

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VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.001 E09PT1 E894 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 community quality of life, providing for fitness, sources in planning for this event. May God’s to the health center and the citizens of Clay recreation, libraries, sports and athletic pro- blessings shine upon them and all that they County. grams. DoD considers MWR programs as crit- have done, and may God bless this special Richard is well known among his staff and ical to mission readiness and productivity— celebration. the citizens of Clay County for taking the initia- these programs contribute to physical fitness f tive to make positive change in their commu- and recruitment and retention of personnel. nity. He interacts on many levels with the peo- In addition, civilian employees and their TRIBUTE TO JUDGE BURRELL ple he comes in contact with and maintains families are allowed access as a perk of their MERRITT the highest degree of professionalism and employee benefit package. Other groups, such honesty. He prides himself on the hard work as the Scouts of America, can also utilize the HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE and dedication he has displayed over the past lands by getting special permission. In con- OF FLORIDA two decades. trast, most of the over 2 million disabled vet- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During his years at the health center, Rich- erans (rated 0% to 90% disabled) are cur- ard has designed and implemented new pro- Thursday, May 8, 2003 rently deemed not disabled enough to be con- grams that have made Clay County one of the sidered a patron of MWR. My bill, H.R. 1917, Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. healthiest in the state. He has undoubtedly would fix that! Speaker, I rise to commemorate the accom- been one of the most influential people in Clay A third bill, H.R. 1918, would extend com- plishments and character of a great American, County’s history. His colleagues and friends missary and exchange store privileges to serv- a great friend and a constituent of mine, describe him as honest, dependable, helpful, ice-disabled veterans with a rating of 30% or Judge Burrell Merritt. Burrell celebrated his trustworthy and professional. It is people like more and their families. Congress must do all 61st birthday this weekend and I was pleased Richard that make me proud to call myself a we reasonably can for the men and women in to be a part of the celebration honoring him. Missourian. uniform who have become disabled in service A lifelong resident of Brooksville, a graduate Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in to our nation. Our disabled veterans are im- of Hernando High School, and a lawyer edu- commending the career of Richard portant members of a greater military family, cated at the University of Florida, Burrell is a Janulewicz, who exemplifies qualities of dedi- and they should be treated as such with every true Floridian and an outstanding lawyer and cation and service as both an employee and available opportunity. community leader. a citizen of Clay County, Missouri. I believe that changing these policies—use In 1968 he joined the Richard E. McGee law f of military recreational lands, transportation on firm as an associate and later that year he be- military aircraft, and commissary privileges-are came a municipal judge for the City of ROBERT KANTER HONORED BY the right steps to take for our disabled vet- Brooksville. In 1970 he became a partner in THE GREATER CINCINNATI erans! They have sacrificed their health and his own law firm, McGee and Merritt. In 1985, CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL well-being for their country, and I believe that he was named a partner of a new firm, Merritt, CONFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY they have earned the right to these privileges. High, Underwood & Eppley and in 1985 he AND JUSTICE Please join with me by co-sponsoring these was made senior partner in the Merritt and three bills and working for their passage. Mason firm. HON. ROB PORTMAN f In 1998 after thirty years practicing law, OF OHIO Burrell became a Circuit Judge for the Fifth IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A TRIBUTE TO ROBESON COUNTY Circuit serving Hernando County. He currently Thursday, May 8, 2003 CELEBRATION OF FLIGHT works with civil, family law, probate and child support enforcement cases. Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay HON. MIKE McINTYRE He is a member of the Hernando County tribute to a distinguished constituent, Robert OF NORTH CAROLINA Bar Association, the Florida Bar Association Kanter, who will be honored by the Greater IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and the American Bar Association and numer- Cincinnati Chapter of the National Conference ous other civic and social organizations, serv- for Community and Justice (NCCJ), formerly Thursday, May 8, 2003 ing a leadership role in many of them. His the National Conference of Christians and Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great skills and talent as a law professional have Jews, at NCCJ’s 75th Anniversary Awards pleasure that I rise today to salute the Robe- been recognized by numerous groups and as- Dinner on May 22, 2003. NCCJ, founded in son County Celebration of Flight celebration sociations. He has received a plethora of 1927 as the National Conference of Christians from May 14–May 18, 2003. The Lumberton awards and accolades for his diligent work and Jews, is a human relations organization Municipal Airport will host this special event both as an attorney, judge and community dedicated to fighting bias, bigotry and racism that acknowledges and honors the 100-year member. through understanding and respect among all celebration of the feat of Wilbur and Orville Aside from his accomplishments in his legal races, religions and cultures. Wright. profession, Judge Merritt is also a Cattle Bob’s motivation for getting involved is sim- Charles F. Kettering once said, ‘‘The Wright Rancher. He operated the very successful ple—he enjoys it. He once said, ‘‘I found out Brothers flew right through the smoke screen Merritt Farm and Livestock Company in you can get much personal satisfaction by giv- of impossibility.’’ On December 17, 1903, at Brooksville. ing your time and talent.’’ Robert has given Kill Devil Hills near Kitty Hawk, North Carolina, Mr. Speaker it is easy to see why I am so enormously to organizations in our area over the Wright Brothers manned the first-ever con- proud of his accomplishments and why they the years. Currently, he is president of the trolled, powered flight, and their optimism of are worthy of recognition on the floor of this Plum Street Temple Historic Preservation achieving the impossible became our reality. body. Foundation; chairman of the Jewish Founda- And this reality has truly opened the world for f tion; chairman of Jewish Health Systems, Inc.; all to see. a trustee of the Health Alliance of Greater Cin- In honor of this historical event, The Robe- RICHARD JANULEWICZ ON HIS cinnati; a board member of the Lower Price son Aeronautical Foundation, Inc. and the 20TH ANNIVERSARY WITH THE Hill Community School; and founder of the Lumberton Municipal Airport have organized CLAY COUNTY PUBLIC HEALTH Man to Man Prostate Cancer Support Group special events to celebrate this monumental CENTER at Wellness Community. feat. For three days, the Lumberton Municipal In the past, Bob served as chairman of the Airport will host school children from through- HON. SAM GRAVES Health Alliance of Cincinnati; president of the out the region. These children will be able to OF MISSOURI Isaac M. Wise Foundation; chairman of the view a variety of exhibits highlighting the im- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jewish Hospital; co-chair of the Jewish Fed- portance of sport aviation, the role of aviation eration campaign; trustee of the Emery Cen- in the military, and the history of aviation in Thursday, May 8, 2003 ter; board member at the Hebrew Union Col- the region. The, celebration will culminate with Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause lege Jewish Institute of Religion. a two-day air show featuring some of the best to recognize Richard Janulewicz, Director of Bob is a graduate of the University of Cin- displays of aeronautical skill in the world. Clay County Public Health Center in Clay cinnati and began his career with a public ac- My fellow colleagues please join me in sa- County, Missouri. Richard has exemplified the counting firm. In 1966, Bob formed Rookwood luting the Robeson County Celebration of finest qualities of leadership and service and Properties, a company that acquires and man- Flight organizers for their time, energy, and re- is being honored for his 20-year commitment ages investment real estate. Bob and his wife,

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.004 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E895 Lynne, have three sons and seven grand- for their stability and their long-term commit- eastern North Carolina, they have spent their children, all in the Cincinnati area. ment to their community—and essentially for 50 years of matrimony in McDonald, in my A noted individual has said, ‘‘Robert is the being single? A one-time exemption on capital home county of Robeson. conscience of the Jewish community in Cin- gains would allow Marilyn to downsize her life The French author, Andre Maurois, once cinnati.’’ All of us in Cincinnati thank Robert for her retirement years in a way that is finan- said, ‘‘A successful marriage is an edifice that for his service to our area, and we congratu- cially sensible. must be rebuilt every day.’’ With dedication, late him for being honored by NCCJ. Sally, a divorced, single mother in Seattle, determination, and devotion, Thomas and f WA is 57 years old. She chose to stay in one Mary have followed their hearts and built their home for 37 years so her children could stay lives together for half a century. SENIOR CITIZENS NEED OUR HELP in the same school system, and so she could Thomas and Mary are people of dedication. live near her work and her church. One of her Dedication not only to each other, but to their HON. BOB FILNER adult children has developed severe health two sons, their family, their church, and their OF CALIFORNIA problems and has had to pay medical bills not community. Having both served as Mayor of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES covered by insurance. Sally needs to help with the Town of McDonald, as elders and teach- Thursday, May 8, 2003 these medical expenses and has decided to ers at Iona Presbyterian Church, and as mem- sell her home to pay some of the doctor’s bers of various local volunteer organizations, Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, I bills. Her home that she purchased for the Greyards have provided a positive exam- rise today to urge support for two bills that I $55,000 is now worth $629,000, and the com- ple for all to follow. have just introduced to provide financial relief bined Federal and State taxes are $64,000. The devotion that the Greyards have shown to our Nation’s senior citizens. Both men and This tax money is money that Sally should be is a testament to their love and respect for women will receive assistance with this legis- able to use to pay off medical bills as well as each other. It is this same devotion to those lation, but because older women are often to get ready for her own retirement. things we hold most dear in our lives that has with less financial resources, they will particu- My bill would provide a one-time increase of served as an example to those around them. larly benefit. $500,000 for a single person and $1 million for Thomas and Mary, thank you for your dedi- My first bill is H.R. 1922, the Fair Taxes for a couple in the amount excludable from the cation and your devotion. We wish you contin- Seniors Act. This bill would provide a one-time sale of a principal residence for taxpayers who ued success, and may God’s strength, peace increase in the capital gains tax exemption on have reached the age of 50. Let us help our and joy be with you always! the sale of a home for citizens who are 50 or citizens over age 50 who have lived in one f older. Passing this bill would give many sen- home for many years. Let them keep the pro- iors the additional money they need for nurs- ceeds from the sale of their homes for retire- TRIBUTE TO THE WALL-RIVES ing home care, medical costs, and other retire- ment and health care costs. An added benefit AMERICAN LEGION POST 58 ment expenses. is that family members and perhaps the gov- The current capital gains tax exemption ernment will be relieved of the burden of car- HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE works well for younger people who often move ing for these individuals as they grow older. OF FLORIDA from job to job, selling their homes. The cur- My second bill is H.R. 1923, the Social Se- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rent exemption works well for people who live curity Survivors Fairness Act, legislation to Thursday, May 8, 2003 in areas where housing prices are below aver- provide Social Security widows’ benefits for age. But it is not working for individuals who women under the age of 60. Maria is a 58- Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. have lived in one home for 20 to 50 years and year-old widow who lives in San Ysidro, CA in Speaker, I would like to take a moment to have a capital gain that is much larger than my Congressional District. Throughout her life- commend the Wall-Rives American Legion the present exemption. In other words, it is not time, she worked in the home, raising her chil- Post 58. They are celebrating 75 years of working for seniors who live in areas with dren and supporting her husband. Now her dedicated service to the honorable veterans higher housing prices. husband, who received Social Security bene- residing in Dunnellon, Florida. A senior citizen named Eleanor lives in Glen fits, has passed away. There currently is a On March 3, 1927, the American Legion Ellyn, IL and bought her home with her hus- provision for Maria to receive Social Security Post 58 was issued a temporary charter from band 45 years ago. The value of her home at widows’ benefits, but to qualify she must be Department Headquarters in Palatka, Florida. the time of her husband’s death was $32,000. 60 years old. They started out in 1927 with 15 members. Eleanor is now 78 years old and needs to Social Security is telling Maria that she must Since then they have grown to . . . members move into a nursing care facility. Her house is find a way to support herself for 2 years be- through the hard work and dedication of their worth $579,000, and the combined Federal fore they are going to help with widows’ bene- committed members. and State taxes after the current capital gains fits. It will be very difficult for her to find a job American Legion Post 58 was christened exemption are $68,000. Her only income is at her age, when she has never worked out- ‘‘Wall-Rives Post 58’’ on May 26, 1947 in from Social Security and a small pension, and side of her home. Women in their late 50s honor of Winchester Wall and Hugh Rives, she needs the money from the sale of her who are dependent on their husband’s Social two brave soldiers and residents of the area, house in order to move into the nursing home. Security are left with no means of support if who lost their lives during WWII, in the Bataan Eleanor would like to stay in the Chicago area their spouse dies. Death March. because her friends are there, but the price of My bill would amend the Social Security Act The memory of these dedicated servicemen nursing care is high there as well. Should a to reduce from 60 to 55 the age at which an has been honored throughout the years by the 78-year-old woman have to move away from individual who is otherwise eligible may be members of the Legion as they continue the the city where she has lived all her life be- paid widows’ or widowers’ insurance benefits. legacy of service to their community. cause, as a widow, she is considered single I encourage my colleagues to support H.R. Mr. speaker, I am proud of the service that and has to pay higher taxes? The tax of 1922 and H.R. 1923 to provide financial as- members of Wall-Rives Post 58 have ren- $68,000 is money she should be able to use sistance to our country’s most vulnerable citi- dered to our great nation in their 75 year his- for medicine, living expenses, and her nursing zens. tory and I ask you to join with me in thanking home. f them for their service. Marilyn is a single, professional woman who f lives in Mission Hills, CA—near my Congres- A TRIBUTE TO THOMAS AND sional District. She purchased her home over MARY GREYARD RECOGNIZING FORD MOTOR COM- 30 years ago for $65,000. She chose to be- PANY ON THEIR 100TH ANNIVER- come involved in her community and has HON. MIKE McINTYRE SARY stayed in the same house throughout her life- OF NORTH CAROLINA time. Marilyn is now 60 years old and would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. SAM GRAVES like to sell her home and move to a smaller Thursday, May 8, 2003 OF MISSOURI condo in the same area. The selling price of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her home is now $895,000, and her combined Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Federal and State taxes are $169,940 after pay tribute to Thomas and Mary Greyard who Thursday, May 8, 2003 the current exemption. Should singles who re- celebrate the 50th anniversary of their wed- Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause main in one house for many years be taxed ding on May 25, 2003. Natives of south- to recognize the 100th anniversary of the Ford

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.008 E09PT1 E896 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 Motor Company. Ford has exemplified the so- rently, Tom is on the board of trustees for the Jack Lynd at the Edgewood Children’s Ranch cial, economic, and cultural heritage America National Underground Railroad Freedom Cen- in Orlando. Counselors at the center work with and is deserving of due recognition for their ter and is co-chair of Cincinnati CAN (Commu- each child’s family, without regard to race, many accomplishments. nity Action Now). He has also served on the creed, national origin, or ability to pay-and On June 16, 1903, 39-year-old Henry Ford boards of trustees for Children’s Hospital Med- they do it all without accepting tax money. and 11 associates started the Ford Motor ical Center; the Children’s Hospital; Xavier Mr. Speaker I am proud of the work done by Company. Armed with little cash, some tools, University; Life Center; and NCCJ and is a the Green Isle Foundation. I’m proud to have a few blueprints and abundant faith, these past chair of the Cincinnati United Way and such a facility in my district and I’m proud to men set out to start one of the most innovative Community Chest and Greater Cincinnati say that because of this organization, so many industrial and global institutions. Chamber of Commerce Board of Trustees. children in my Fifth District of Florida have During the 1903 production year, the first Tom has also had a successful business ca- been positively affected. Their work is to be commercial automobile, the Model A, was re- reer. He is currently vice chairman of Fed- commended and their cause is so very honor- leased by Ford. This 8-horsepower, 2-cylinder erated Department Stores, Inc. in Cincinnati. able. I salute, the dedication and care with vehicle had a 2-speed transmission, 28-inch He joined Federated in 1982 from Pan Amer- which Florida’s at-risk children are being treat- wheels with wooden spokes and 3-inch tires. ican World Airways, Inc., where he was Senior ed and I salute the Green Isle Children’s It was the first of many alphabetical cars, as Vice President, General Counsel and Sec- Ranch. Ford went through 19 letters of the alphabet, retary. A native of New York, Tom received a f creating Models A through S, with some of B.A. degree from Maryknoll College and a J.D. these cars being experimental and not avail- from St. John’s University School of Law. RECOGNIZING THE GARY, IN able to the public. All of us in Greater Cincinnati are indeed NAACP October 1, 1908 was a historic day as Ford fortunate that Tom Cody and his wife, Mary introduced the ‘‘Universal Car’’, the Model T. Ellen, settled in our region and chose to focus HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY The Model T proved to be a versatile car that so much of their time and energy on making OF INDIANA could be reconfigured by buyers to move cat- our community a better place. We congratu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tle, haul freight, herd horses and even mow late him on receiving this prestigious honor Thursday, May 8, 2003 lawns. In its first year of production on the from NCCJ. Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is my dis- Model T, Ford set an industry record, pro- f ducing 10,660 of the cars. tinct pleasure to recognize and commend the In the early days, all automobile makers THE GREEN ISLE CHILDREN’S members of the Gary branch of the National built one car at a time. Ford revolutionized this RANCH Association for the Advancement of Colored process with the idea of moving the work to People (NAACP). On Friday, May 9, 2003, the the worker. This became a reality when parts, HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE Gary NAACP will hold its 40th Annual Life components, and 140 assemblers stationed at OF FLORIDA Membership Banquet at St. Timothy Commu- different intervals inaugurated the first moving IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity Church in Gary, Indiana. The Gary NAACP was organized in 1915 by assembly line in 1913. A new era of industrial Thursday, May 8, 2003 progress and growth began for the company. a group of residents to monitor and defend the The Ford plant in Claycomo, Missouri is a Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. rights of African-Americans in Northwest Indi- remarkable example of the many achieve- Speaker, I rise today to honor the Green Isle ana. The national organization, of which the ments of the company. Ford’s employees, re- Children’s Ranch in my Fifth Congressional Gary branch is a member, focuses on pro- tirees, suppliers, dealers, and its many cus- District of Florida. At this center, a group of viding better and more positive ways of ad- tomers have truly been an asset to the 6th dedicated, hard-working, caring individuals has dressing the important issues facing minorities district. been working for more than 15 years to better in social and job-related settings. Like the na- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in the lives of at-risk children. tional organization, the Gary branch of the commending the Ford Motor Company on The Green Isle Children’s Ranch was found- NAACP serves its community by combating in- their 100th anniversary and for their many ed in 1987 by men and women who had justice, discrimination, and unfair treatment in contributions to the 6th district, the State of worked within the prison system and had seen our society. Missouri, the United States and the world. the great need to prevent children from enter- The primary focus of the NAACP continues to be the protection and enhancement of the f ing the vicious cycle of detention home, jail, and prison. civil rights of African-Americans and other mi- THOMAS G. CODY HONORED BY The Ranch is an interfaith outreach center norities. Today, that fight for equity and quality THE GREATER CINCINNATI that helps at-risk children and troubled fami- extends to many issues including health care CHAPTER OF THE NATIONAL lies. It houses, counsels, educates and spir- for minorities. Thus, the theme for the evening CONFERENCE FOR COMMUNITY itually nurtures troubled and at-risk children is, Taking the Next Steps to Reduce Health AND JUSTICE from ages 6–15. Most are emotionally handi- Disparities. Long before it became a broad capped; some suffer from such conditions as based public concern, efforts were underway HON. ROB PORTMAN attention deficit disorder, and fetal alcohol syn- to ensure that economic and social barriers OF OHIO drome. Most have been verbally abused and would not lead to increasingly severe health IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES some physically or sexually abused. All have crises in minority communities. The featured considerable inner emotional turmoil and speaker, Dr. Willarda Edwards, National Thursday, May 8, 2003 anger and almost all are the products of bro- Health Director for the NAACP, will speak Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay ken homes. about how the NAACP has been leading the tribute to a dear friend and constituent, Thom- The Mission of the Green Isle Children’s effort to inform and educate the community as G. Cody, who will be honored for his ex- Ranch is a noble one. It seeks to provide a about health care costs; quality and access; traordinary community service on May 22, residential program for at-risk children; to disease prevention; health care professions 2003, by the Greater Cincinnati Chapter of the counsel, educate, and spiritually nurture them, and training; and youth and elderly issues. National Conference for Community and Jus- and to provide parenting classes and guidance Further, this year the Gary NAACP will tice (NCCJ) at NCCJ’s 75th Anniversary for each child’s family. The ranch serves as a honor two outstanding community leaders for Awards Dinner. NCCJ, founded in 1927 as the resource for troubled families, providing ad- their lifelong efforts to further equality in soci- National Conference of Christians and Jews, vice, counseling and a sympathetic ear. In ad- ety as well as one sorority. Mr. John is a human relations organization dedicated to dition, the Green Isle Children’s Ranch net- Betjeman, retiring CEO of Methodist Hospitals, fighting bias, bigotry, and racism through un- works with community organizations, such as will receive the Benjamin Hooks award and derstanding and respect among all races, reli- local churches, Big Brothers, YMCA, other Dr. William Mays, CEO of Mays Chemical, will gions and cultures. children’s facilities, civic clubs, and community receive the Roy Wilkins award. Additionally, Tom was selected to receive NCCJ’s honor organizations, to expand upon the resources joining more than four hundred outstanding for his 20 years of community service in Cin- available to them as they strive to better the civil, community, and religious leaders of the cinnati. He has been described as someone lives of children. region, the following distinguished individuals who is enormously dedicated to our commu- Green Isle uses a caring approach to help will be inducted as life members of the Gary nity, and who exhibits that in his service. Cur- at-risk children, which was developed by Dr. NAACP in the categories indicated. Persons

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.013 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E897 receiving the vintage life membership include: discussed above, there had seemed a good relations until there is some amelioration of Dharathula Millender, Dorothy Clark, Anna chance that Cuba would not be condemned conditions in Cuba. The Bush Administra- Connor, Dr. FranCina Conard, Delorise Web- this year. The cralckdown, coming just now, tion meanwhile will certainly continue the makes that far less likely. pressures, and the provocations, so as to pre- ster, and Rev. Samuel Roberts. Those receiv- Given all that, why the crackdown and vent any such amelioration. ing silver life memberships include: Roosevelt why now? To answer those questions, we It has been argued that Castro simply saw Allen, Jr., Ella Bradford, Valerie Allen must first note that the greater leeway for this as a propitious moment to halt dissent Broadnax, Jacqueline Hall, Esq., and Christina dissent noted above came in response to the in Cuba, and there are doubtless some ele- Sally. St. Timothy Community Church will be overtures of groups in the American Con- ments of truth to that argument. Castro has receiving the gold life membership and Steven gress and the American public, not to any never liked to be criticized. Still over the Christopher Tinsley and the Youth Church at easing of the hard line on the part of the past few years, he had tolerated criticism of Bush Administration. Quite the contrary, its St. Timothy Community Church will receive the system. All things being equal he might policies and rhetoric remained as hostile and have continued to do so. But the situation junior life memberships. as threatening as ever. It ignored all Cuban has changed, not just between the U.S. and Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distin- offers to begin a dialogue and instead held to Cuba, but internationally, in ways that the guished colleagues to join me in paying tribute an objective of regime change. As Mr. James U.S. public is just beginning to understand. to the new life members as well as the other Cason, the Chief of the U.S. Interests Section In the dark days that lie ahead, people of members of the Gary NAACP for the efforts, has stated publicly, one of his tasks was to good will in the United States who want to activities, and leadership that these out- promote ‘‘transition to a participatory form see a more normal relationship between our standing men and women have championed of government.’’ two countries, and to see a more open soci- Now, we would all like to see a more open to improve the quality of life for all residents of ety in Cuba, should hold to the demonstrable society in Cuba; that indeed, is what we are truth that the best way to bring about both Indiana’s First Congressional District. all working toward. But it is not up to the is through the reduction of tensions, the be- f United States to orchestrate it. In fact, it is ginning of a meaningful dialogue and in- not up to the United States to decide what WHY THE CRACKDOWN ON CUBA creased contacts. As Elizardo Sanchez, form of government Cuba should have. Cuba Cuba’s leading human rights activist, has is, after all, a sovereign country. To the Cu- often put it, ‘‘the more American citizens in HON. BARBARA LEE bans, for the chief U.S. diplomat in Cuba to the streets of Cuban cities, the better for the seem to be telling them what kind of govern- OF CALIFORNIA cause of a more open society; so why do you ment they should have seemed a return to maintain travel controls?’’ The policies fol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the days of the Platt Amendment. lowed by one administration after another Thursday, May 8, 2003 The Bush Administration was uncomfort- over the past 44 years have accomplish noth- able with signs of greater tolerance on Cas- ing positive. True to form, the policy fol- Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to insert tro’s part, for that simply encouraged those the following article entitled ‘‘Why the Crack- lowed by the Bush Administration, and the in the United States who wanted to ease clumsy tactics of the U.S. Interests Section, down in Cuba,’’ by Wayne S. Smith into the travel controls and begin dismantling the have produced only a crackdown. Exactly RECORD. embargo. New initiatives along those lines what we should not want! WHY THE CRACKDOWN IN CUBA? were expected in the Congress this spring. What to do to head them off? f (By Wayne S. Smith) What the Administration did is clear CENTRAL NEW JERSEY CELE- Various newspaper articles reporting the enough. It ordered the Chief of the U.S. In- deplorable crackdown on dissidents in Cuba terests Section in Havana to begin a series of BRATES THE ORDER OF THE have correctly noted that the situation there high-profile and provocative meetings with ELKS NATIONAL YOUTH WEEK earlier had seemed to be inching toward dissidents, even holding seminars in his own somewhat greater tolerance. During his trip residence and passing out equipment of var- HON. RUSH D. HOLT to Cuba in May of last year, for example, ious kinds to them. He even held press con- OF NEW JERSEY President Carter met with Cuban dissidents ferences after some of the meetings. The Ad- and in his televised speech to the nation ministration knew that such ‘‘bull-in-the- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spoke of the Varela Project, an initiative of china-shop’’ tactics would provoke a Cuban Thursday, May 8, 2003 theirs calling for greater political freedoms. reaction—hopefully an overreaction. And And both before and after Carter’s visit, given that the purpose was ‘‘regime change’’, Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- many other Americans, myself included, reg- the Cubans came to see them as ‘‘subver- ognize the important work of the Central New ularly and openly met with the dissidents as sive’’ in nature and as increasingly provoca- Jersey Elks Lodges who are observing Na- part of a broad effort to expand dialogue and tive. Those arrested were not charged with tional Youth Week. This week is intended to improve relations between our two coun- expressing themselves against the state, but honor the Junior Citizens of Central New Jer- tries. with ‘‘plotting with American diplomats.’’ sey with whom the Elks have worked through- Oswaldo Paya, the principal architect of The circumstances are different, but to un- out the past twelve months. The Elks Lodges the Varela Project, was even recently al- derstand Cuban sensitivities in this case, let lowed to come to the United States to re- us imagine the reaction of the U.S. Govern- work in conjunction with the schools, Boy ceive the W. Averell Harriman award from ment if Cuban diplomats here were meeting Scouts, Girl Scouts, Cub Scouts and other the National Democratic Institute in Wash- with members of the Puerto Rican Independ- local youth organizations to promote the prin- ington, and from there he went on to Europe. ence Party to help them promote Puerto ciples of the Order of the Elks and those of The Cuban government may not have liked Rico’s transition from commonwealth to the collaborating organizations. what he had to say while abroad, but he independence. Perhaps the Attorney General The ideals celebrated by the Order of the wasn’t punished for it when he returned would not arrest everyone involved, but I Elks, as a part of National Youth Week, in- home. It did indeed seem that things might wouldn’t take any bets on it. slowly be moving toward somewhat greater And the beginning of the war in Iraq did clude academic achievement, volunteerism, tolerance of dissent on the island. play a role in the crackdown. The Cubans and community service. Young people are rec- Why then the recent arrest of dissidents? saw it as a signal that the United States was ognized at dinners organized by the Elks Is it, as some in the United States quickly determined to throw its weight around and Lodges to their accomplishments in these posited, that Castro was simply hoping the to blow away anyone it doesn’t like through areas. Examples of events include, working rest of the world was so distracted by the the unilateral use of force. As one Cuban of- with the Cub Scouts and Boy Scouts to spon- war in Iraq, that no one would notice or ficial put it to me recently: ‘‘This new pre- sor the Blue and Gold Dinner at which merit react to the detention of a few dissidents in emptive-strike policy of yours puts us in a badges are distributed. The Tournament of Cuba? new ball game, and in that new game, we No, that explanation simply doesn’t hold must make it clear that we can’t be pushed Champions in conjunction with the schools up. First of all, no one in his right mind (and around.’’ celebrates the academic achievement of local whatever else he is, Castro is that) would It was this kind of mind set that led to the students. have expected the arrest of over 80 dis- crackdown and that turned the latter into a I commend the Order of the Elks for pro- sidents, many of them well-known inter- massive overreaction. The Cubans did ex- moting these important ideals in our commu- national figures, to go unremarked. The Cu- actly what the Bush Administration had nities. They are reinforcing and rewarding our bans expected a firestorm, and they got it. hoped they would do. Virtually the whole ac- Junior Citizens for displaying important com- Second, the timing could hardly be worse tive dissident community has now not only from Castro’s standpoint. The UN Human been arrested but put on trial (or notified munity values. It is only through the develop- Rights Commission has just begun its annual that they soon will be) and given extremely ment of a combination of scholastic excellence deliberations to decide, among other things, heavy sentences. Tragic. This is a blot that and a meaningful sense of community partici- whether to condemn Cuba for violations of will not be easily erased and that will im- pation that we can build strong communities human fights. Given the greater tolerance pede any significant progress in U.S.-Cuban for tomorrow. Clearly the Order of the Elks in

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.016 E09PT1 E898 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 celebrating National Youth Week is doing just lotte Wynn Pyles Crum who was a member of In addition to his love for education, Glen that. an early Florida pioneering family and was has demonstrated a sincere affection for the I ask that all the members join me in con- killed shortly after the close of the Second community in which he lives. Thus, Glen has gratulating the Order of the Elks for their im- Seminole Indian War. served as a member of the Dyer Town Coun- portant work with youth in Central New Jersey. Ms. Crum was traveling in the Brooksville cil for three terms. While Glen has dedicated f area in 1842 along with her daughter and considerable time and energy to his work, he granddaughter when their group was fired has always made an extra effort to give back ROAD TO BE NAMED IN MEMORY upon by a band of Seminole Indians who were to the community. He is a charter member of OF LIEUTENANT HECTOR POLLA unaware of the war’s end. All survived the at- the Dyer Noon Lions Club and is a past mem- tack except for Ms. Crum, whose death re- ber of the Dyer Evening Lions Club. Addition- HON. IKE SKELTON ceived sensationalized attention. ally, Glen is a charter member of the Dyer OF MISSOURI After much research about Ms. Crum’s un- Jaycees and is a charter member of the Dyer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES usual death, the Division of Historical Re- Historical Society and currently serves as its Thursday, May 8, 2003 sources within the Florida Department of State president. Glen has served the communities of Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, let me take declared Ms. Crum’s gravesite a Historical Dyer, St. John and Schererville in various ad- this means to recognize the fine accomplish- Landmark. At a ceremony this weekend, the ministrative capacities since 1984 and has ments of the late Lieutenant Hector Polla. Lt. cemetery will unveil a plaque in honor of the been the Town Council Coordinator for the Polla is a decorated hero of World War II gravesite’s distinction. Town of Dyer since 1992. Though Glen is whose wartime sacrifices must be remem- The Brooksville City Cemetery is in its own dedicated to his career and the community of bered. The United States Army will name the right a historical site because it is the final Dyer, he has never limited his time and love new Defense Access Road at Fort Leonard resting place for soldiers killed in the Civil for his family. Glen and his wife, Charlotte, Wood, Missouri, after Lieutenant Hector Polla. War, the Spanish American War, World War I, have been happily married for 50 years. Hector John Polla was born in Lexington, World War II, the Korean War, and other na- Mr. Speaker, Glen has truly dedicated his Missouri, in 1916. He graduated from tional conflicts. life to the Town of Dyer, as well as all of Higginsville High School and Wentworth Mili- Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in hon- Northwest Indiana. He is one of the finest gen- tary Academy Junior College before heading oring the cemetery, the work of the Florida tlemen I know. I respectfully ask that you and to the United States Military Academy at West Historical Resources Division and all those my other distinguished colleagues join me in Point in 1937. Upon his graduation from West who made this weekend’s dedication possible congratulating Mr. Glen Eberly for his out- Point in 1941, Lt. Polla was deployed to the and brought Ms. Crum’s gravesite the distinc- standing devotion to Indiana’s First Congres- Philippines and stationed on the Bataan Pe- tion it deserves. sional District. His unselfish and lifelong dedi- ninsula. He was there when the Japanese at- f cation to those in need is worthy of the high- est commendation, and I am proud to rep- tacked on December 8, 1941. His courage HONORING GLEN L. EBERLY FOR resent him in Congress. and gallantry during the defense of Bataan re- LIFELONG CONTRIBUTION TO sulted in his being awarded the Silver Star NORTHWEST INDIANA f Medal. He survived the Bataan Death March CONGRATULATIONS TO THE NEW and spent nearly three years in Japanese pris- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY YORK KENTUCKY DERBY WIN- oner of war camps. Survivors of the war NER—SAKATOGA STABLE camps praise him for the leadership, fortitude, OF INDIANA and skill he demonstrated during the hard IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years of captivity. Lt. Polla died tragically in Thursday, May 8, 2003 HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL OF NEW YORK January 1945 after the Japanese ship on Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which he and other prisoners were being great pleasure and admiration that I rise today transported was bombed by American forces. to honor Glen L. Eberly for his lifelong con- Thursday, May 8, 2003 In addition to the Silver Star Medal, Polla’s tribution to the residents of Northwest Indiana, Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to military medals and citations include the Pur- especially the Town of Dyer. Glen is one of ple Heart Medal, two Bronze Star Medals, the congratulate the victors of the Kentucky the most dedicated, distinguished and com- Derby. On Saturday, May 3, the veteran jock- Prisoner of War Medal, the Asiatic-Pacific mitted citizens I have had the pleasure of Campaign Medal with one bronze service star, ey Jose Santos road the gelding Funny Cide knowing. in the 129th running of the Kentucky Derby at the American Defense Service Medal, the On Thursday, May 8, 2003, the Dyer Cham- Combat Infantryman Badge 1st Award, and the Louisville, Kentucky racetrack. Owned by ber of Commerce will host a roast in recogni- Sakatoga Stable in Sackets Harbor, New York the Philippine Defense Ribbon. tion of Glen’s honorable service and the un- Mr. Speaker, I believe this is a fitting tribute and trained by Barclay Tagg, Funny Cide is compromising loyalty he has displayed to the to a man who served his country with the ut- the first New York bred horse to win the Ken- residents of Dyer. The community could not most dedication and bravery. The Lieutenant tucky Derby and the first gelding to win the have picked a more appropriate date to roast Hector Polla Road will help us remember how Derby since 1929. This is not only a victory for Glen, as May 8th was the birth date of one of he and so many other soldiers have given ev- the owners, trainer, and rider of Funny Cide, this Nation’s most highly regarded presidents, erything to defend our country in her time of but the entire State of New York and I wish Harry S Truman. Like President Truman, Glen need. them continued success. possesses the qualities of a strong work ethic, f f coupled with honesty and integrity. Addition- THE DEDICATION OF THE ally, May 8th will forever be a notable date in HONORING CHIEF WARRANT BROOKSVILLE CEMETERY history for me personally, because on May 8, OFFICER JIM KELLEY 1984, I won my first democratic primary for HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE United States Congress. HON. BOB BEAUPREZ Born January 13, 1930, Glen and his family OF FLORIDA OF COLORADO moved to Dyer 8 years later. He graduated IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from Dyer High School and served his country Thursday, May 8, 2003 for 2 years in the United States Air Force. He Thursday, May 8, 2003 Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. went on to attend Ball State University where Mr. BEAUPREZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Speaker, I rise today in honor of the work of he earned a bachelor’s degree in education. to pay tribute to a great man, Chief Warrant a few historians in my Fifth Congressional Dis- Glen began his teaching career in 1953 at Officer Jim Kelley. Jim is remembered as a trict of Florida. The hard work and detailed re- Dyer High School, where he taught history. In loving husband, wonderful father and a lifelong search of these individuals resulted in a 1961, Glen received his master’s degree in friend to many. Jim was an example to us all gravesite in the Brooksville City Cemetery in education from Purdue University and contin- leading his life with compassion and dedica- my district being designated as a Historical ued his career at Dyer High School as a guid- tion in all that he did. Landmark in the State of Florida. ance counselor. In 1968, Glen was named as- A member of the 192nd Assault Helicopter The oldest gravesite in the Brooksville City sistant principal at Lake Central High School Company, Jim served his tour in Vietnam Cemetery belongs to a woman named Char- and subsequently became principal. 1969 through 1970. He gave thirty-three years

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.019 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E899 of service in the Air National Guard at Buck- perimentation, research and analysis, no of equipment to major North American electric ley, in Aurora, Colorado. Upon his retirement sound substitute has been found for the val- utilities and independent power producers, as from service Jim was awarded the Legion of ues, structured growth and sense of mutual they dedicate their new headquarters building Merit, the highest military honor given during dependence one finds in a traditional family in Warrendale, Pennsylvania. peacetime. I am thankful for the bravery Jim unit for those fortunate enough to have it. Mitsubishi Electric Power Products (MEPPI) displayed in his service to our nation and the But make no mistake: Mothers are the an- has been a positive force for economic devel- state of Colorado. chors holding families in place against the opment in the Fourth district and has contrib- Mr. Speaker, it is an honor today to speak gales, and the engines that enable them to uted over $20 million in direct foreign invest- in memory of Jim Kelley, a noble cowboy that progress toward their goals even through ment since establishing their Warrendale cam- will be forever remembered for the dedication stormy seas. They are the lodestar on which pus in 1989. and bravery he displayed in his defense of we all depend to find our way through life. As MEPPI has expanded their operations, America’s freedom. He epitomizes the best of They are the shining examples of compassion they have included western Pennsylvania resi- our country by demonstrating courage, selfless and love to which we all aspire. And they are dents in their success. As the largest Japa- service and honor in abundance. He was a the souls of frail humanity who evoke the best nese affiliated corporation in Allegheny Coun- man of principle and courage; every life he from us when times are at their worst. ty, MEPPI has grown from an organization touched is blessed for knowing this hero. So on this Mother’s Day, and every day, with just a handful of employees to a company with a workforce of over 200 today. 97% of f take some time to honor the one who made MEPPI’s main product line, large power circuit you who you are. Whether they are with you IN PRAISE OF MOTHERS breakers, is now manufactured in Warrendale. still or passed to a better place, the gesture Made in Warrendale products are exported to will be noticed and appreciated. And you will HON. C.L. ‘‘BUTCH’’ OTTER several foreign markets including Canada, be a better person for it. Mexico, Australia, the United Kingdom, and OF IDAHO Thank you, Mom. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES South America. f MEPPI technologies include Flexible AC Thursday, May 8, 2003 TRIBUTE TO KARL SIEGFRIED Transmission Systems (FACTS). FACTS tech- Mr. OTTER. Mr. Speaker, there are 435 of nologies significantly improve the capacity and us in the United States House of Representa- reliability of the existing electrical transmission tives. We come from almost every imaginable HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE grid. Low environmental impact technologies race, religion, creed and family background. OF FLORIDA such as FACTS do not necessitate the con- Our political persuasions run the gamut of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES struction of new power transmission lines—a American experience, and we sometimes Thursday, May 8, 2003 contentious process that often results in the seem to have 435 distinctly different view- takings of public and private lands. points on any given issue. Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. MEPPI has also been an active participant Yet every one of us in the House—indeed, Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Karl in our community as demonstrated by their fi- everyone on Capitol Hill—has at least one Siegfried, a constituent of mine from New Port nancial and organizational support for several thing in common, and we cherish it most dear- Richey, FL, who received a VITA Wireless Sa- very worthy western Pennsylvania philan- ly. We all are the sons and daughters of the maritan Award last month. thropic groups. mothers who gave us life, who did their best VITA, which is Latin for ‘‘life’’, is the name Please join me in congratulating Mitsubishi to nurture and teach us, protect and care for of the award given by the national Wireless Electric Power Products as they expand their us. For each of us, no matter how close or Foundation to people who use wireless com- Warrendale campus and continue to involve distant it since has become, that mother-and- munication to contact authorities and ask for Pennsylvanians in their company’s success. child bond was the first formative influence on help in emergency situations. f While driving to work, Mr. Siegfried heard the people we were to become. HONORING HENRY COVELLO That bond and formative influence is as reports, on the radio, of a kidnapping that took strong as ever for me. I am incredibly fortu- place the night before. Mr. Siegfried identified nate to have the warm affection and sage ad- the vehicle while sitting at the stoplight and HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN vice of my Mother still in my life. I was the then used wireless technology to identify the OF MASSACHUSETTS sixth of Regina Otter’s nine children. Not a location of the kidnapper for emergency per- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES day goes by that I don’t draw inspiration from sonnel. Thursday, May 8, 2003 her physical, mental and spiritual strength His heroic efforts, which quite possibly Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today after 88 years in this world. Her example of saved the life of another individual, are cer- to correct an extension of remarks I submitted faith, charity, hard work, selfless dedication to tainly something to be admired and I am May 1, 2003. 1 would like to apologize to family and friends and individual responsibility proud to have a person like him as a con- Henry Covello for inadvertently saying that he remains the standard by which I judge myself. stituent of mine. would receive a Purple Heart ‘‘posthumously.’’ I will forever fall short. In recent years, cellular phones and wire- I should have said ‘‘belatedly.’’ Perhaps more of our public policy debates less communication devices have become Mr. Covello served our country in World should be infused with the wisdom of our common fixtures in our society but the good- War Two as a young man. His honor and mothers. Would we behave as selfishly, as natured concern for your neighbor has waned. bravery earned him a Purple Heart for his myopically, if at crucial moments we recalled I am glad to see an organization like VITA service in the war. His lifelong dedication to what Mom would want? Would we feel so honoring those who put their communication the United States Army is reflected by the compelled to seek out the political benefit, to devices to work for the good of others. prestige of the Purple Heart, among the high- place the short-term advantage over the long- I thank Mr. Siegfried for what he did, I thank est honors an American citizen can receive. term good, if Mom were there to remind us— VITA for honoring him, and I thank them both Following his service in World War Two, Mr. sweetly but firmly—of the simple but profound on behalf of the city of New Port Richey and Covello went off to serve in Korea where he truths of right and wrong? communities all over the country. earned his second Purple Heart. I am proud to Those of us in public life sometimes fall into f tell my colleagues that last weekend Mr. the trap of believing our own press clippings— Covello received his third Purple Heart. at least the positive ones. We think ourselves A TRIBUTE TO MITSUBISHI ELEC- Mr. Covello served in the United States grand, elected by the good people of the TRIC POWER PRODUCTS, INC., Army with the 82nd Airborne Division 504th world’s oldest democracy, entrusted with the WARRENDALE, PA Parachute Regiment, the 5th Airborne Ranger will of the greatest nation on Earth. At such Co. 25th Division, and D Company 19 Regi- times we would do well to remember the HON. MELISSA A. HART ment 24th Division. He served for nearly 25 words of George Bernard Shaw, who said, OF PENNSYLVANIA years in the Army before permanently retiring ‘‘Perhaps the greatest social service that can IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to Worcester, Massachusetts. Mr. Covello is an example for all Americans. be rendered by anybody to the country and to Thursday, May 8, 2003 mankind is to bring up a family.’’ Devoting himself to our armed forces, Mr. Mothers do that. Ms. HART. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Covello’s awards are the sign of a grateful na- Yes, fathers also are incredibly important to ognize the achievements of Mitsubishi Electric tion. His service in the fight against tyranny strong families. Despite decades of social ex- Power Products, Inc., a leading manufacturer and oppression should not be forgotten.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.024 E09PT1 E900 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 Mr. Speaker, I extend my sincere thanks to SUSTAINING AN AMERICAN of co-mingled nationality or neo-colonial entan- Mr. Covello, and to all of our veterans, for DIPLOMATIC SUCCESS glement. Indeed, the whole point of free asso- bravely fighting to protect our security and lib- ciation is that it continues as long as it serves erty. I am confident that my colleagues in the HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. the mutual interest of the parties. Clearly, from U.S. House of Representatives will join me in OF TENNESSEE a strategic point of view alone, U.S. interests thanking Mr. Covello for his service. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES preclude letting the compact lapse. Thursday, May 8, 2003 Moreover, the islands have been good al- f lies, reliably voting with the U.S. in the U.N. on Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, later this month, important issues. Under the compact, island- PERSONAL EXPLANATION the U.S. will welcome President Note of the ers are eligible for service in the U.S. military, Marshall Islands as he visits our country. His and both Marshall Islanders and Micronesians visit here will coincide with the Bush Adminis- have fought with the 3d Infantry in the streets HON. MIKE ROGERS tration’s transmittal to Congress of the docu- of Baghdad as comrades in arms with Amer- OF MICHIGAN ment that governs the bilateral relationship en- ican soldiers. joyed by our nations. This little known treaty IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This is an alliance that represents the best embodies the best of U.S. diplomacy and stra- of American diplomacy, and the compact also Thursday, May 8, 2003 tegic policy in recent decades. Ronald Reagan demonstrates that America deals honorably was President and the Democrats controlled with small nations that share our values. Obvi- Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, on both House of Congress when a bipartisan ously, there are other priorities, but the Admin- the legislative day of Wednesday, May 7, majority of both Houses approved the Com- istration should send the treaty renewal agree- 2003, the House voted on two amendments pact of Free Association between the U.S. and ments to Congress without further delay, and by Mr. BELL of Texas to H.R 766, the two Pacific island micro-states. Congress should renew the Compact of Free Nanotechnology Research and Development The treaty of free association between the Association before it expires, thereby sus- Act of 2003. On House rollcall votes No. 165 United States, Republic of the Marshall Is- taining a bipartisan foreign policy and national and No. 166, I was unavoidably detained. Had lands and the Federated States of Micronesia security success story. I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on ended more than four decades of United Na- both. tions trust territory status for the islands, and these new nations, under new flags, them- f f selves then became members of the United A TRIBUTE TO LUCILLE CORRINE Nations. Not only was this a good model for HAGANS TRIBUTE TO JOHN MCMORRAN OF decolonization of dependent territories, but the LAKELAND, FL compact also preserved U.S. strategic inter- ests in the islands. Under the treaty, an area HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS of ocean as large as the continental United OF NEW YORK HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE States, with strategically located islands IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF FLORIDA stretching from the mid-Pacific to the Asian rim, remains foreclosed in perpetuity to the Thursday, May 8, 2003 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES military forces of any nation other than the Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Thursday, May 8, 2003 United States. Lucille Corrine Hagans in recognition of her U.S. strategic interest in the Marshall Is- commitment to helping others throughout her Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. lands began in 1946 when the U.S. conducted eighty-five years. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the life its first atmospheric nuclear weapons test at Ms. Hagans was born to the late Samuel of a great American who died last month after Bikini. During the next decade over 67 tests and Hagar Cohen. Lucille and her family left 113 years of life. were conducted, leaving a legacy of injuries to the hills of Savannah, GA, and migrated to At the time of his death John McMorran of people and contamination of homelands that is Coatesville, PA. In 1948, she moved to Brook- Lakeland, FL, which lies partially in my Fifth still being resolved through claims settlement lyn, NY. Her home was always filled with Congressional District, was the oldest living proceedings authorized by Congress under guests and she did not mind opening up her American man and the fourth-oldest person in the compact. Amazingly, the islanders suffered doors to those in need. greatly but consider themselves survivors rath- the world. Ms. Hagans has been a positive role model er than just victims, U.S. allies rather than just Born June 19, 1889, in a Michigan log for the lives of many. There were times she a subjugated people. cabin, John McMorran considered coffee his traveled through the snow and the rain to In addition nuclear test sites in the islands, elixir and quit cigars at the tender age of 97. make sure that everyone in her household had Kwajalein Missile Range in the Marshall Is- He retired at 84 after working in a munitions food to eat and a place to lay their heads. She lands was perhaps the most vital facility in the factory, delivering milk, and delivering mail has always been a hard and diligent worker. U.S. intercontinental ballistic missile develop- and moved to Florida to enjoy his retirement. ment program, a centerpiece of U.S. nuclear A great seamstress and milliner, Ms. More than 30 years later he was still enjoy- deterrence that prevented the Cold War from Hagans has sewn for many people all over ing life, friends, and his family, who all said he turning into nuclear winter. Renamed the U.S. New York City. She has an innate gift of was a happy man who lived a great life. Army Ronald Reagan Missile Test Range, teaching. God has equipped her to help edu- Mr. McMorran had a 59-year-old grandson Kwajalein played an indispensable role in the cate others. Ms. Hagans is also a clothing de- and a 35-year-old great-granddaughter and Strategic Defense Initiative that helped bring signer in her own right. one great-great-grandson! about disarmament and end the Soviet em- Ms. Hagans is a woman of character and standards. She lives a holy life and is a He was born the year that the Oklahoma pire. To preserve the compact’s success and the woman of prayer and consecration. She intro- Land Rush took place, 14 when the Wright duced her children and grandchildren to the Brothers made their historic first flight at Kitty underlying strategic interests, Congress has to renew the economic assistance provisions of Lord by taking them to church and teaching Hawk, and too old for the draft in World War them the word of God. She has taught the I. the compact that expires this year. The Bush Administration has consulted with Congress women in her family to strive for what they Mr. McMorran was there for all the advance- about renewal terms in a bipartisan spirit, and want in this life. And, she has been a role ments and innovations of the Twentieth Cen- has addressed concerns raised by GAO about model and a woman of integrity. tury. He knew life before and after cars, before fiscal accountability for the island govern- Mr. Speaker, through her longstanding com- and after electricity in homes, before and after ments, as well tightening up controls on migra- mitments and her dedication to teaching and computers, cell phones, the Internet. After 113 tion between the islands and the mainland. spreading the Lord’s word, Lucille Corrine years of life there’s not much he missed out Free association is based on separate sov- Hagans has shown that she is clearly devoted on. ereignty, nationality and citizenship, and is to her community. As such, she is more than I am proud to speak before the House today free because any party to the compact can worthy of receiving our recognition today. I about John McMoffan and commemorate his terminate it in favor of full independence at therefore urge my colleagues to join me in long, successful life. any time. Thus, it is not some screwy scheme honoring this remarkable woman.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.028 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E901 COAL MINE DUST RULES MUST BE X-rays show that rates among miners with As Brownies, the troop went to nursing WITHDRAWN 20 years or less in the mines produce ‘‘no homes to sing, volunteered at various events clear trend,’’ the study said. Black lung and continued to appear in local parades. ‘‘continues to occur among working coal HON. NICK J. RAHALL II miners, even among those first employed As Juniors, they collected old, unused cell OF WEST VIRGINIA after the current federal exposure limit be- phones to benefit battered women, helped at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES came effective’’ in 1972. the local ‘‘Relay for Life,’’ which benefits the Thursday, May 8, 2003 Even among surface miners, X-rays found American Cancer Society, and presented the that black lung occurred in 1.9 percent of local volunteer firefighters with cookies to Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker. It is with alarm cases. thank them for their work in the community. that today members of the United Mine Work- Surface miners ‘‘had been thought not to Now that the girls are Cadets they are still ers of America rally on the steps of the State have been at much risk because they work collecting cell phones and will be continuing out in the open,’’ noted Dr. E. Lee Petsonk, Capitol in Charleston, West Virginia, to protest their involvement in the ‘‘Relay for Life’’ pro- one of the greatest threats to their health and one of the study’s authors and senior med- ical officer in the surveillance branch at the gram. This past Holiday Season they ‘‘Gift safety in many years. Adopted’’ a local under-privileged girl, and do- It is unfortunate, but true, that this threat health institute’s Division of Respiratory Disease Studies in Morgantown. ‘‘It is a find- nated money and new gifts to make her comes from their own Federal Government, in ing of concern.’’ Christmas brighter. the form of proposed rules issued by the Mine The $64,000 question, then, is a simple Currently they are saving the proceeds from Health and Safety Administration (MSHA) that ‘‘why?’’ Why do new cases of black lung dis- the sale of their Girl Scout cookies for a trip would increase fourfold the amount of dust ease continue to develop in miners when to Savanna, GA to see where Juliette Gordon levels permitted in underground coal mines. coal-dust limits established to protect min- Low, the Girl Scout founder, was born. As a May 6, 2003, editorial in the Beckley, ers have been in effect for more than 30 Amber Auth, Nicole Bruno, Melissa West Virginia, Register Herald pointed out, a years? Fonczak, Emily Stanton, Rebecca Rose, Kim- recent study conducted by the National Insti- Are the dust levels being complied with? berly Carbonari, Rebecca Morse, along with tute for Occupational Safety and Health and Are the rules still not stringent enough? And why are surface miners developing black troop leader Mimi Rose and assistant troop MSHA already casts doubt on the efficacy of lung? leader Nora Auth, deserve to be commended existing coal mine dust compliance rules. The Answering these questions is vital, because for their service and dedication. I am proud to editorial points out that about 1,000 miners still about 1,000 miners die from black lung each have them as my constituents and am hon- die a year from the dreaded black lung dis- year. Many of those are West Virginia min- ored to be their representation in Congress. ease which is contracted as a result of sus- ers. tained contact with coal mine dust. And as the Coal, we pointed out in this space yester- f editorial notes: ‘‘We need to dig for answers day, will be around for a while. By a most quickly, so the next century of coal mining can conservative estimate, there are at least 100 TRIBUTE TO MS. KATHERINE years of coal deposits still to mine. be accomplished without the threat of black HALLBERG CELEBRATING THE We need to dig for answers quickly, so the FIRST PLACE WINNER OF THE lung disease.’’ Following my remarks I ask next century of coal mining can be accom- that the editorial be printed in its entirety. 14TH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT plished without the threat of black lung dis- HIGH SCHOOL ART COMPETITION, Yet, despite this study and a whole host of ease. other evidence, MSHA on March 6th of this AN ARTISTIC DISCOVERY f year published two proposed rules which would dramatically harm the health of our Na- GIRL SCOUT TROOP 378 HON. MICHAEL F. DOYLE tion’s coal miners and conflict with both the OF PENNSYLVANIA letter and intent of the landmark Federal Coal HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mine Health and Safety Act of 1969. OF FLORIDA This week, in a letter I wrote to Labor Sec- Thursday, May 8, 2003 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES retary Elaine Chao, I asked that these pro- Mr. DOYLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to posed rules be immediately withdrawn. There Thursday, May 8, 2003 honor Katherine Hallberg from Woodland Hills is no credible reason why any alleged ‘‘mine Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. School District. Katherine is the top winner of health’’ regulation should allow permissible Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Heart the 2003 14th Congressional District High dust levels to increase from the current 2 milli- of Florida Girl Scout Troop 378 in Citrus School Art Competition, An Artistic Discovery. grams/cubic meter standards to 8 milligrams County, FL for their service to the community Katherine’s acrylic painting entitled ‘‘Techni- as would be possible under the March 6th and to the people of my district. color Portrait’’ was chosen from an out- dust rules. The troop recently learned about the impor- standing collection of entries. Katherine is a The Labor Department and its agency, tance of voting and about the functions of young woman of considerable talent and is MSHA, should heed the call of the Register American government as part of the ‘‘I-Count’’ sure to have many successes in her future. Herald editorial and take actions to eliminate Voter Education program and each Troop The judges were very impressed by her use of the threat of black lung disease rather than Member participating in the program received light and shadow. allow increased dust levels in the Nation’s coal a patch upon completion. I look forward to seeing Katherine’s artwork mines. Mr. Speaker, as you may know, those in the displayed in the U.S. Capitol building along BLACK LUNG: 30 YEARS AFTER PROTECTIONS, Girl Scout program measure their accomplish- with the artwork of the other competition win- DISEASE AND QUESTIONS REMAIN ments and award merit based on the number ners from across the country. I am pleased to Under the Coal Mine Health and Safety of patches they accumulate. As part of earning be associated with Katherine’s artistic talents. Act of 1969, miners are to be exposed to no this patch, the girls studied intently and lis- Congratulations Katherine. I wish you all the more than 2 milligrams of coal dust per best of luck in the future. cubic meter of air over eight hours—equal to tened to a speech I gave about the impor- a debris speck the size of a pinhead. tance of voting—and how one vote can be the f These federal coal-dust controls were de- deciding factor in some instances. signed to protect miners so black lung no It was when I spoke to the girls and had the REPUBLIC OF CHINA ON TAIWAN longer would be an occupational hazard. chance to meet them and hear about all they So, 30 years later, have these restraints had done in the community that I realized the been successful in halting a disease that re- HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ duces the ability to breathe and leads to tremendous amount of work they had done OF TEXAS heart failure? and their intense dedication to the Girl Scout IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES At first glance, that seems to be the case. program. But statistics sometimes can be as clear as Mr. Speaker, let me briefly mention just a Thursday, May 8, 2003 mud. few of the things this group of girls has done Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, three years ago, According to the study conducted by the throughout their years of involvement with this Mr. Chen Shui-bian was democratically elect- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health and the U.S. Mine Safety and program. ed President of the Republic of China on Tai- Health Administration, black lung disease As Daisies the girls learned to do crafts and wan. His election by the people of that island continues to develop in miners who have learned the Girl Scout promise. They went on showed the world that democracy was alive worked their entire careers under current, campouts, marched in parades and sang at and well and could easily thrive in a Chinese and supposedly acceptable, coal dust limits. Surry Place Nursing home. society like Taiwan.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.034 E09PT1 E902 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 During the last three years, President Chen public treatment facility could be devastating. I teemed pleasure of serving with him. A strong and the people of Taiwan continue the prac- commend Chairman YOUNG for his hard work advocate for civil and human rights, Senator tice of democracy in their country. Today Tai- on this legislation, and his efforts to draw at- Bablitch pushed for legislation reform in dis- wan has free elections at every level, a free tention to the need to improve the security of crimination, sexual assault, child abuse, and press, and the highest regard for human wastewater treatment facilities. divorce law. His role as majority leader paved rights. Taiwan has set a good example for f the way for public accessibility to Wisconsin neighboring Asian nations, and other countries government by creation of Wisconsin’s Open around the world, to follow. HONORING CENTER HIGH Meeting and campaign reform laws. President Chen has, on many occasions, SCHOOL’S ‘‘TOP 10’’ SENIORS Always a defender of social justice, Justice stressed that Taiwan and neighboring coun- Bablitch’s career has been highlighted by his tries must work together to discuss issues of HON. DOUG OSE twenty years in the Wisconsin Supreme Court mutual interests. Any progress toward im- OF CALIFORNIA where he has fought for the protection of con- proved relationships between nations along IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sumers, the environment, and a patient’s right the Pacific Rim must ensure the interests of to know. Thursday, May 8, 2003 the 23 million people living in the Republic of While away from the office, Bill spends time China. Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor with his wife, Anne, daughter, Bulleh, and I have enjoyed working with Taiwan’s Rep- the talents and efforts of Center High School’s granddaughters, Layteh and Nancy, at his resentative in Washington, Ambassador C.J. ‘‘Top Ten’’ Academic Seniors for the 2002– homes in Northern Wisconsin and Hawaii. Chen. He and his aides do a good job of in- 2003 school year. These students have an un- Whether fly-fishing with family and friends or forming Congress of developments in Taiwan. weighted, cumulative grade point average of cooking a meal for them, he has filled the lives As the people of Taiwan prepare to cele- between 3.88 and 4.0. These outstanding stu- of those around him with laughter and happi- brate their president’s third anniversary in of- dents have been accepted at the University of ness. fice, I hope Taiwan will find success in gaining California—Los Angeles, UC Davis, UC Santa Justice William Bablitch’s retirement is cer- observer status at the World Health Organiza- Cruz, UC San Diego, UC Berkeley, University tainly well deserved, but his leadership and tion this May. As the outbreak of SARS threat- of the Pacific, Stanford, Embry-Riddle Aero- passion for serving the best interests of Wis- ens Asia and the world, Taiwan should be in- nautical University, and Brigham Young Uni- consin citizens will be truly missed. Congratu- cluded in World Health Organization activities. versity. lations, my friend. Secretary of State Colin Powell recently Each of these students were honored at a f said, ‘‘infectious disease . . . requires an ef- scholarship dinner on Monday, April 28, 2003, IN RECOGNITION OF LOUISE fective and coordinated response at local, na- where they were each presented with $200 DANKBERG ON THE OCCASION OF tional and international levels.’’ SARS is a scholarships made possible by community do- HER RETIREMENT harsh reminder to the world that diseases nations, and publicly recognized for their aca- know no border, and we must have an effec- demic achievements. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY I am very proud of these young men and tive international coalition to combat SARS, OF NEW YORK woman. I ask my colleagues to join me in ap- and other infectious diseases we have yet to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES discover. plauding Valerie Vinco, Navneet Riar, Tara Taiwan has been affected by SARS; it is Dougherty, Natalie Ramirez, Erin Baccay, Thursday, May 8, 2003 only right to include them in the global cam- Dieu-Huyen Nguyen, Adam Luber, Maybelline Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay paign against it. Disuanco, Kimberly Johnson, and Sabre Shin. tribute to Louise Dankberg on the occasion of I ask my colleagues to join me in com- f her retirement. Ms. Dankberg is an mending the people of Taiwan for their con- imcomparable leader who has consistently tinuing experiment with democracy. As we WISCONSIN THANKS JUSTICE WIL- contributed to our community for over three have noted before: in a democracy, it is not LIAM BABLITCH FOR 35 YEARS decades in notable ways. the first election that defines a democracy OF SERVICE TO THE STATE After 34 years, serving in a variety of posi- . . . it is all those that follow. tions, Ms. Dankberg is retiring from the New f HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA York State Department of Labor. Among her OF WISCONSIN many achievements during her tenure, Ms. WASTEWATER TREATMENT WORKS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dankberg has served as Loaned Executive to SECURITY ACT OF 2003 State Employees Federated Appeal (SEFA) of Thursday, May 8, 2003 United Way, where she raised over $750,000 SPEECH OF Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct in six campaigns in 51 state agencies. As Ex- HON. BILL SHUSTER pleasure to honor my friend and former col- ecutive Administrative Assistant to the New OF PENNSYLVANIA league, Justice William A. Bablitch, as he York City Director, Ms. Dankberg was respon- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES celebrates 35 years of service to the people of sible for major decisions of staff changes and Wisconsin. successfully developed communications be- Thursday, May 8, 2003 Long known as a vigilant champion of the tween branch offices and district managers. Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in underprivileged, Justice Bablitch began serv- She also supervised 125 professional and strong support of H.R. 866, the Wastewater ing others early in life. At the age of twenty- support staff while serving as Job Service Su- Treatment Works Security Act of 2003, and I two, he traveled to Liberia in Western Africa pervisor. In addition, Ms. Dankberg acted to commend Chairman YOUNG for sponsoring with the Peace Corps, and spent his tour resolve issues, train new staff, and cor- this important legislation. H.R. 866 authorizes teaching young pupils in a local elementary responded on behalf of the Governor and the EPA Administrator to issue grants for vul- school. Struck by the conditions that his stu- Commissioner of Labor in her role as Unem- nerability assessments and security enhance- dents endured daily, he returned to his home ployment Insurance Supervisor of Telephone ments at our publicly owned treatment works state impassioned to work on behalf of the Call Center. facilities. In addition, the legislation calls on public and to study law at the University of Through a variety of professional and civic the Administrator to provide much needed Wisconsin. activities, Ms. Dankberg has touched count- technical assistance regarding security meas- After receiving his Juris Doctorate in 1968, less lives in the New York area. Ms. Dankberg ures that can be made to our smaller publicly the Justice spent three years as a District At- has been very active within the New York owned treatment works facilities, that is facili- torney, during the tumultuous times of the stu- State government. She has been the Female ties that serve less than 20,000 people. Lastly, dent-led Vietnam protests. By working with the District Leader of the 74th Assembly District the bill provides critical funding for the im- administration of the University of Wisconsin— since 1993 and a New York State County provement of the methodologies and tools Stevens Point and the Sheriff’s Department of Committee Member since 1973. She served used to carry out wastewater vulnerability as- Stevens Point, he helped ensure that in the as the Beth R. Cosnow Memorial Chairperson sessments. wake of the Kent State Massacre violence or and as a New York State Commmitteewoman Mr. Speaker, ensuring that our wastewater bloodshed did not erupt at UWSP. in 1993, and worked as a delegate to Su- treatment facilities are properly protected and In 1973, Bill turned his talents to rep- preme Court Judicial Conventions from 1971 secure is a crucial aspect of enhancing our resenting the people of Portage County in the to 1993. For over thirty years she has been a Homeland Security. A terrorist attack on a Wisconsin State Senate where I had the es- liaison with elected officials for the community

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.038 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E903 and has served various positions in the Sam- Luis’ passion and energy have also made School nurses are unsung heroes as they uel J. Tilden Democratic Club, including presi- him a known and appreciated individual to his both effectively and efficiently meet the daily dent, vice president, treasurer, secretary, and neighbors in his home community, and they and emergency needs of the student popu- membership and program committees chair- now call him back to represent them as a New lations they serve. person. York City Councilman. Professional school nurses have touched Ms. Dankberg has also been a campaign Many individuals aspire to make positive the lives of students throughout our great na- manager for various judicial campaigns for Su- changes in the community in which they live, tion for over a century, and we commend preme and Civil Courts, as well as a member though some fail in their efforts through a lack them on their continued contributions to the for the 14th Congressional District Caucus and of dedication and perseverance. Luis has the development of our young people. the Policy, Executive, and New York County qualities of a leader and a deep belief in our I urge all Americans to recognize the impor- Democratic Committees. Her contributions to system of government: I believe he will not fail tant contributions that school nurses make to- the community include numerous community to meet the demands of a public he has dedi- ward the health and well-being of our children forums, street fairs, and political debates. cated himself to serve. and youth. National School Nurse Day is a An eminent civic leader, Ms. Louise I extend my best wishes and support for wonderful way to commend them on their Dankberg has held positions in many organi- Luis Rosero in all of his future endeavors. I years of diligent efforts to keep our children zations, such as the International Association am sorry to see him leave my staff, but I am healthy and safe in school. of Personnel in Employment Security, the grateful for his efforts and I know he will go on f Public Employees Federation, of which she to do great things. I wish Luis many years of was a founding member, the Organization of good fortune and service to the public. CLEAN SMOKESTACKS ACT OF 2003 Management Confidential Employees, the Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me Center for Women in Government, Mission in wishing Luis A. Rosero the best of luck in HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN Employment Jobathons, and the Job Service all of his endeavors. OF CALIFORNIA Improvement Program. Through these various f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES associations, Ms. Dankberg has played a sig- Thursday, May 8, 2003 nificant role in aiding the community with IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL issues concerning employment. SCHOOL NURSE DAY Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, today I am In addition to being a leader of organiza- again joining with Representative BOEHLERT in tions, Ms. Dankberg is a staunch community HON. STEVE ISRAEL introducing the ‘‘Clean Smokestacks Act of advocate, bringing local issues to surface. She OF NEW YORK 2003.’’ This important legislation will finally is a founding member of the Neighborhood IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES clean up the nation’s dirty, antiquated power plants. Crime Prevention Council and the East Side Thursday, May 8, 2003 Rezoning Alliance. Ms. Dankberg is also an When I originally introduced the ‘‘Clean active member of Gramercy Neighborhood As- Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac- Smokestacks Act’’ with Representative BOEH- sociates, the Stuyvesant Park Neighborhood knowledge May 7th as National School Nurse LERT in the 106th Congress, we had a modest Association, the 22nd Street Block Associa- Day. beginning. We had a total of 15 cosponsors tion, and the Manhattan Neighborhood Coun- There are approximately 60,000 registered and little attention. cil. She is a co-chairperson of the Neighbor- nurses in public school systems across the But by the end of the 107th Congress, the hood Advisory Board, which donates to target country caring for more than 52 million stu- bill’s supporters had grown to 135 House groups through the New York City Division of dents. Professional school nurses strengthen members. Senator JEFFORDS had successfully Youth and Community Development. and facilitate our educational process by im- reported the companion legislation, the ‘‘Clean Fortunately for all of us, Ms. Dankberg is proving and protecting the health status of Power Act.’’ And even the Bush Administra- merely retiring from the New York State De- children and youth through prevention, detec- tion, at least in rhetoric, recognizes that we ur- partment of Labor and not from public life. tion and correction methods. School nurses gently need to clean up these power plants. In recognition of her outstanding accom- work diligently in the school environment, Electricity generation is our nation’s single plishments, I ask my collegues to join me in serving not only our children and youth but largest source of air pollution and greenhouse honoring Louise Dankberg on the occasion of also their teachers, community, state, and na- gas emissions. Nationally, power plants are her retirement. tion to provide valuable school health services. responsible for about 35 percent of carbon di- School nurses have assisted our children for oxide emissions, 64 percent of sulfur dioxide f many years, and The National Association of emissions, 23 percent of nitrogen oxides emis- TRIBUTE TO LUIS A. ROSERO School Nurses, the professional organization sions and 33 percent of mercury emissions. of school nurses, is celebrating its thirty-fifth These four pollutants are the major cause of HON. TIMOTHY H. BISHOP anniversary this year. some of the most serious environmental prob- OF NEW YORK Frequently, the only health care attention a lems the nation faces, including acid rain, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES child receives is through a school nurse. Our smog, respiratory illness, mercury contamina- nation’s children face an increasing number of tion, and global warming. If we are going to Thursday, May 8, 2003 chronic and severe health problems, from dia- improve air quality and reduce global warming, Mr. BISHOP of New York. Mr. Speaker, I betes to asthma, obesity, depression and we must curb the emissions from these power rise today to recognize and honor Luis A. other mental and physical health problems. plants. Rosero a dedicated and noteworthy public School nurses assist these children with their When the original Clean Air Act was en- servant from Queens, New York. health problems so children can remain in acted in 1970, the electric utility industry ar- Luis A. Rosero engages our society with en- school and achieve success. gued that stringent controls should not be im- thusiasm and vigor. From humble beginnings School nurses also care for a large number posed on the oldest, dirtiest plants since they in Queens, NY, Luis Rosero has dedicated of children with chronic and severe health would soon be replaced by new state-of-the- himself to a career in public service, protecting problems, including children in wheelchairs, on art facilities. Although Congress acceded to the rights of all citizens in the democratic proc- ventilatory support or with special health pro- these arguments and shielded old power ess. Luis fights for what is good in our world. cedures. School nurses provide direct services plants from the law’s requirements, many of Since my arrival in Congress at the begin- to them from initial assessment and diagnosis these facilities—which were already old in ning of this year, Luis has ably served the to treatment and maintenance so disabled 1970—are still in use. In some cases, power people of the First Congressional District of children can learn and achieve academic suc- plants from 1922 are still in operation and New York as my District Office Director. He cess. have never had to meet the environmental re- has offered his years of experience to develop After September 11th, school nurses had to quirements that a new facility would. a new office, train new employees and man- take on additional new roles. If another bio-ter- As a result, a single plant in the Midwest age the multi-faceted challenges of a busy rorism event takes place, school nurses may can emit as much NOX pollution as the entire New York office. Luis has offered comfort and be the first health care responders that will state of Massachusetts. assistance to my constituents, whether they cope with symptoms of a chemical, radio- The Clean Smokestacks Act says it is time need intervention with a federal agency, an logical or other event as well as providing the to clean up these aging plants. The Act sets answer to a vexing question of policy or some- necessary treatments and emergency evacu- strong emissions reduction requirements for all one to simply hear their concerns. ations. four of the key pollutants from power plants,

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:55 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.042 E09PT1 E904 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 and it finally sets a deadline for old plants to TRIBUTE TO PAULA J. PETERSON leaders with their scholastic achievements, install modern pollution controls. The Act al- community services, and participation in lows for emissions trading to increase flexi- HON. SAM FARR school and civic activities. It is my pleasure to bility and reduce costs, where trading won’t OF CALIFORNIA be able to recognize these outstanding stu- cause environmental harm. And the Clean IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dents for their accomplishments. Their par- Smokestacks Act promotes cost-effective en- ents, their teachers, their classmates, the peo- ergy efficiency and renewable energy meas- Thursday, May 8, 2003 ple of New Mexico and I are proud of them. ures, which help reduce pollution and save Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to CERTIFICATE OF MERIT AWARD WINNERS 2003 consumers money. honor Paula J. Peterson, the Monterey District Katelynn Florentino, Freedom High This approach just makes sense. Because Park Superintendent for California Department School. these power plants are so old and so dirty, of Parks and Recreation. She is retiring after Chelsea Knepper, Manzano High School. cleaning them up provides tremendous bene- more than 30 years of dedicated service with Victoria Soto, St Pius X High School. fits at reasonable costs. These requirements the State of California, and in recognition Jodieleigh Sierbert, Rio Grande High School. are one of the cheapest ways to get significant thereof, she is deserving of special public rec- ognition and the highest commendations. Travis Green, Sandia Prep High School. air quality improvements. And they finally pro- Darlene Lopez, Albuquerque Charter Voca- vide a level playing field for new and old Paula attended Chico State University tional School. plants. where she received her Bachelor of Arts de- William Winslow, Eldorado High School. At the same time, this approach gives in- gree in Recreation Administration in 1971, and Jonathan Berch, Estancia High School. dustry the benefit of increasing regulatory cer- a Master of Arts degree with distinction in Emily Frances Clauss, Albuquerque Acad- emy. tainty by targeting all four pollutants at once. Recreation Administration in 1977. She then embarked on her distinguished state service Jessika Cremer, La Cueva High School. Industry can make better investments if it Sharada Bean, Albuquerque High School. knows what all of the emissions requirements career with the California Department of Parks and Recreation in 1972 as the first full-time, Laura Thompson, Southwest Secondary will be over the next decade or so. Learning Center. female civil service State Park Ranger in the Finally, the Clean Smokestacks Act recog- Julian Gomez, Los Lunas High School. history of California at Big Basin State Park in Monica Maestas, Valley High School. nizes that we need cleaner air, not regulatory the Santa Cruz Mountains. Based on her ex- relaxation, so it leaves the current Clean Air Renee Giraudo, Cibola High School. perience and performance, she continued to Finola Perry, New Futures School. Act in place. receive be promoted through ranks, ultimately Taylor Kidwell, Hope Christian School. Since we first introduced this bill, the Presi- attaining her current position. Natalie Irene Mora, West Mesa High dent has unveiled a competing proposal, the Paula Peterson has played a lead role in in- School. ‘‘Clear Skies Initiative’’ or CSI, which he terpreting and protecting the cultural and nat- Roseamond Stewart, Del Norte High School. claims targets the same goal of cleaning up ural resources of California. Her outstanding power plants. It’s important to recognize, how- Brittany Allcorn, Moriarty High School. leadership and organizational skills have Elisha Lovato, Bernalillo High School. ever, that the Clean Smokestacks Act and CSI touched the entire state park system. Joseph McCarthy, Hope Connection High are not similar proposals with different levels Paula was responsible for the first publica- School. of stringency. Rather, they have fundamentally tion of the ‘‘Defensive Tactics for Instructors’’ Ashley Ellison, Nuestros Valores Charter different purposes. handbook in 1980. She coordinated the first High School. The Bush Administration claims that their Hispanic Heritage Week observance in Mon- Marcus Romero, Mountainair High School. CSI proposal also targets the problem of aging terey in 1990. She received the 1996 Mon- Kaycee Kloeppel, Highland High School. Paul Tafoya, Sierra Alternative High power plants and provides certainty to the in- terey District Safety Award after leading and School. dustry. It does neither, but it does rewrite sig- maintaining an excellent District safety pro- Katherine Dahl, Cibola High School. nificant portions of the Clean Air Act to weak- gram. She was the recipient of the Depart- Dominic Montoya, Albuquerque Evening en or delete important environmental protec- ment’s 1999 Olmsted Award for Leadership High School. tions. and Vision based on her ability to motivate Catherine Sandoval, Menaul School. In contrast to the Clean Smokestacks Act, and inspire others to positive action; and her Milessa Muchmore, Sandia High School. the CSI proposal does not guarantee that all long-term commitment to park ideals and val- Amber Marquez, Evangel Christian Acad- emy. outdated power plants will ever install modem ues. air pollution controls. And, because CSI does Paula blazed the trail for other woman in the f peace officer ranks within the State Park Sys- not address carbon dioxide emissions, it can- CONGRATULATIONS WESTERN tem and has been a positive and strong role not promise to provide the industry with cer- KENTUCKY UNIVERSITY’S WIL- model. She is commended for her extraor- tainty regarding future federal or state emis- LIAM E. BIVEN FORENSIC SOCI- dinary commitment and dedication and rep- sions reductions requirements. ETY What CSI does do is rewrite key provisions resents the highest ideals of the State Park professional. of the Clean Air Act. CSI would repeal a re- HON. RON LEWIS quirement to reduce mercury emissions, limit Mr. Speaker, in the course of their careers, OF KENTUCKY the rights of states to protect themselves few people are fortunate to be associated with against out-of-state pollution, extend deadlines an individual whose personal and professional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for areas to achieve clean air, and weaken accomplishments have been an inspiration to Thursday, May 8, 2003 protection for national parks, among other so many. Because of Paula Peterson, I can count myself among the fortunate. Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise rollbacks. The real purpose of CSI appears to today to congratulate Western Kentucky Uni- f be weakening current Clean Air Act require- versity’s William Biven Forensic Society as its ments for power plants and other sources, OUTSTANDING HIGH SCHOOL SEN- members celebrate their national and inter- under cover of some looser and later emis- IORS, FIRST CONGRESSIONAL national championships. sions requirements. Not surprisingly, CSI is DISTRICT OF NEW MEXICO The students and coaches have had an ex- supported by industry, but is almost univer- tremely successful year, winning the Inter- sally opposed by environmental groups. HON. HEATHER WILSON national Forensic Association Championship, So let there be no mistake—the Clean OF NEW MEXICO the 2003 American Forensic Association Na- Smokestacks Act in the House, and the Clean IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tional Championship, the Delta Sigma Rho— Power Act in the Senate, are the proposals to Tau Kappa Alpha National Championship and, strengthen the Clean Air Act by finally closing Thursday, May 8, 2003 most recently, the National Forensic Associa- the loophole for old dirty power plants and ad- Mrs. WILSON of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, tion Individual Events Championship. West- dressing all four pollutants they emit. the following high school students from the ern’s forensics’ program has a legacy of In conclusion, let me commend Rep. BOEH- First Congressional District of New Mexico championships, and this year’s team has LERT and all of the supporters of this legisla- have been awarded the Congressional Certifi- again debated its way to the top. tion. I am pleased to be part of this bipartisan, cate of Merit. These students have excelled This evening at Western, the students will bicameral approach to strengthening the during their academic careers and proven present some of their award-winning perform- Clean Air Act and protecting our environment. themselves to be exceptional students and ances. I hope they enjoy this opportunity to

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.045 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E905 relax and share their talents with the university this legislation requires the IRS to ensure that it. Now musicians around the world—from and the Bowling Green community. They have assessments paid by employers, for FICA symphony percussionists to R&B drummers— certainly earned the chance to celebrate and taxes owed on unreported tips, are credited to swear by K/Z HiHats and Remixes and enrich showcase their work. each affected employee’s Social Security the quality of our lives every day through the Congratulations to the students and coach wage history. As such, this measure requires gift of music. On Friday of this week, May 9, Judy Woodring of the Western Kentucky Uni- the IRS to use FICA taxes as Congress in- a variety of friends and admirers will gather at versity forensics team. Their dedicated work tended. the company offices in the town of Norwell, and achievements has brought them and their Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sup- Massachusetts, to celebrate the 380th anni- university recognition and pride. port this worthy legislation. versary of the Avedis Zildjian Cymbal Com- pany. f f Zildjian Cymbals is the oldest, continuously A BILL TO ENSURE THAT THE IRS CHRIS KELLERMAN, A RECIPIENT owned family business in the United States— ACCURATELY ACCOUNT FOR OF THE BRONZE STAR now in its 74th year of operation. However, FICA TAXES PAID BY EMPLOY- the firm has a history going back almost four ERS ON EMPLOYEE’S TIP IN- HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE centuries. Zildjian was originally founded by COME OF FLORIDA Avedis I, an alchemist and subject of the Otto- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man Empire living in Constantinople in 1623. HON. WALLY HERGER Thursday, May 8, 2003 He created a process—still a Zildjian trade- mark—to treat metal alloys to create cymbals OF CALIFORNIA Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE. Mr. Speaker, I of superior clarity and quality. As a result of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rise today to honor Chris Kellerman, a veteran his discovery, he was given the title ‘‘Zildjian’’ Thursday, May 8, 2003 of the Vietnam War who has been awarded or Cymbalsmith by the Sultan. the Bronze Star in recognition of his bravery Mr. HERGER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with After three centuries of manufacturing cym- and notorious achievement during ground op- bals in Constantinople, the family business re- my colleague from Tennessee, Mr. TANNER, to erations against hostile forces in the Republic introduce the Tip Tax Fairness Act, a bill to re- located to Quincy, Massachusetts, largely at of Vietnam. the behest of Avedis Zildjian III, who had im- quire the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to The Bronze Star Medal was established by accurately account for FICA taxes paid by em- migrated to the United States in 1909 and Executive Order in 1944 and is awarded to went into business for himself. When it came ployers on employee’s tip income. any person who, while serving in any capacity As we all know, many employees in the time for him to take over the family business with the Army of the United States, distin- in Turkey, Avedis pushed for America as the service sector of the business community earn guishes himself or herself by heroic or meri- a substantial portion of their income from tips. company’s home. Although the foundry’s es- torious achievement or service. tablishment coincided with the beginning of Recognizing this, Congress passed legislation Staff Sergeant Kellerman earned his medal years ago requiring employers and employees the Great Depression, devotion of the family by venturing into unknown territory and taking and from some of the great musicians of his to pay FICA payroll taxes on tip income. This a risk that he did not have to take, possibly ensures that an employee’s total earnings are day, helped Avedis persevere. Eventually, the saving the lives of several of his fellow sol- company flourished. reflected in their Social Security wage history, diers. which determines the employee’s Social Secu- A testament to his dedication to our Armed In 1972, Zildjian opened a new manufac- rity benefits upon retirement. Forces and his drive to always succeed, Staff turing facility in Norwell, Massachusetts where In the IRS’s effort to collect the FICA taxes Sergeant Kellerman achieved his rank in the an untold number of cymbals have been cre- they believe is owed on unreported tips,. the Army in record time, rising to his position of ated by more than 100 dedicated employees agency has created an aggregate method for leadership in two years time. and sold to musicians in every genre in doz- assessing employers which is inconsistent During his service in Vietnam from January ens of countries around the world. After hand- with congressional intent. Congress did not in- 1968 through March 1969, his heroism was ing over the reigns of the company in 1977 to tend FICA taxes to be paid on an aggregate undeniable, as his acts of bravery during bat- his son, Armand, Avedis Zildjian passed away basis, because earnings subject to FICA taxes tle earned him not only the respect of his com- in 1979. Under Armand’s leadership, Zildjian are intended to be credited to an employee’s rades and military honors. continued its leadership in the production of Social Security wage history. Staff Sergeant Keller proved his dedication high quality cymbals and opened a drumstick Under current law, employees are required to his country and was honored only recently factory in Alabama. In 1995, Zildjian became to report all of their tips to their employer. The by the Defense Department with the medal he the first Percussion Company to obtain the employer is required to send this information earned. I am proud to be able to honor him ISO 9001 Quality Certification, a standard rec- to the IRS, along with the employer and em- today on the floor of this body and am proud ognized around the globe for facilities that ployee share of the FICA taxes owed. If the to call Staff Sergeant Kellerman a constituent meet and exceed rigorous quality standards. IRS believes the amount of tip income re- and, Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in In 1999, yet another milestone was reached, ported is not accurate the agency will audit the thanking him for his service to this country. as Armand Zildjian appointed his daughter, employer, bill the employer using an aggre- Craigie, to be the Chief Executive Officer, the f gate estimate, and collect the employer’s por- first woman to hold that distinction since the tion of the FICA taxes. However, the agency CELEBRATING THE 380TH ANNI- entity’s inception in 1623. With the passing of does not credit the employee’s Social Security VERSARY OF THE AVEDIS Armand Zildjian in 2002, Craigie Zildjian is wage history. By not doing so, the agency is ZILDJIAN CYMBAL COMPANY poised to continue the Zildjian name brand disregarding one of the reasons Congress re- and tradition of superior workmanship into the quired employers to pay FICA taxes on tips. HON. WILLIAM. D. DELAHUNT decades to come. Furthermore, this lack of accounting on the OF MASSACHUSETTS On May 9, 2003, a host of well wishers will part of the IRS, and the use of aggregate esti- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES join the entire Zildjian community and gather mates, creates a dramatic shift in the burden at the company headquarters to commemo- of tax collection. Under this method, it is the Thursday, May 8, 2003 rate Zildjian’s contribution to our universal her- employer who must determine if there was Mr. DELAHUNT. Mr. Speaker, it is with itage, our region’s economy, the lives and live- underreporting of income, not the IRS, and the enormous pride that I rise today in tribute to lihoods of its employees and the entrepre- employer who must disprove an inaccurate as- the Zildjian family of Massachusetts, whom we neurial spirit reflected in the evolution of this sessment. Many service providers have ex- join today in marking an anniversary of an fine corporation. The festivities would doubt- pressed concerns that this shift in burden pits American success story. The Zildjian cymbal less have made Avedis Zildjian proud. And it the employer against their own employees, ef- sets a standard for excellence—with skill, per- is with equal pleasure that I enter this tribute fectively turning them into ‘‘tip police.’’ severance and devotion to family, employees into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD so that this The bill Mr. TANNER and I are introducing and the community. milestone is officially recognized and recorded today is a solution that we believe employees They arrived on our shores with an idea and in the official history of the United States of and employers can support. Simply stated, a dream, and worked hard and smart to fulfill America.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.049 E09PT1 E906 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 LIBERTY HIGH SCHOOL IN ons Ban and Law Enforcement Protection Act age, their parents and teachers are better able ELDERSBURG, MD, RECOGNIZED of 2003.’’ This legislation will renew and to address their needs and integrate them as AS A GRAMMY SIGNATURE strengthen the current assault weapons ban much as possible into the regular educational SCHOOL FOR ITS OUTSTANDING set to expire this Congress. I am joined by 68 curriculum. I have worked hard to secure fund- MUSIC EDUCATION of my colleagues in support of this legislation ing for newborn hearing screening programs, and overall goal of keeping illegal firearms out which save schools millions of dollars in spe- HON. ROSCOE G. BARTLETT of the hands of criminals. cial education costs by ensuring early detec- OF MARYLAND In September 2004, the assault weapons tion and intervention of infants with hearing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ban, which is supported by virtually every Fed- loss. Further efforts to increase early identi- Thursday, May 8, 2003 eral, State and local law enforcement agency, fication, as H.R. 1350 will accomplish, will is set to expire. Since its introduction in 1994, surely save our schools millions more in spe- Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland. Mr. Speaker, the ban has increased public safety and pre- cial education costs. Liberty High School in Eldersburg, Maryland vented dangerous weapons from falling into H.R. 1350 puts us on the right track to pro- and its Instrumental Music Director Joseph the hands of violent criminals, including gang vide funding that has been promised to our Fischer has been recognized as one of only members and terrorists. Unfortunately, even States and local school districts for 28 years. 50 Grammy Signature Schools nationwide in with its many successes, would-be criminals Many of us would have preferred that this bill 2003 for its outstanding music education. have demonstrated the ban’s limitations. provide mandatory IDEA funding increases, Along with the recognition, the Grammy Foun- A gun manufacturer’s ability to slightly mod- but by authorizing a plan to reach full funding dation awarded Liberty High School with ify an assault weapon, and the sale of ‘‘parts of 40 percent of the excess cost of educating $1,000 toward its music education program. kits’’ which permit criminals to assemble un- students with disabilities within seven years, The Grammy Foundation, a nonprofit arm of lawful assault weapons, is a massive loophole H.R. 1350 is a step in the right direction. This the Recording Academy, coordinates the in the current law, allowing these weapons to bill will provide funding that our schools des- Grammy Signature Schools recognition pro- flood the market and jeopardize the lives of perately need now. gram for outstanding music education by pub- law enforcement officers This reauthorization will also help us learn lic schools. Most of us are probably familiar Additional steps must be taken to address how to reduce excessive paperwork for teach- with the Grammys awarded by the Recording these types of problems. This legislation be- ers. H.R. 1350 requires the General Account- Academy to outstanding recording artists. The gins by improving upon the current definition ing Office to conduct a study on Federal re- Grammy Foundation is dedicated to engaging of a semi-automatic assault weapon to include quirements under the Individuals With Disabil- students of all ages through music and arts- any semi-automatic weapon that accepts a de- ities Education Act that result in excessive pa- based education programs. For more informa- tachable ammunition magazine and pos- perwork burdens for teachers. This study will tion about the Foundation and its programs, sesses, a single, narrowly defined, assault help policymakers better understand how we you can visit its website www.grammy.com. A weapon characteristic. Furthermore, it contains can improve conditions for teachers. list of all the winners is at www.grammy.com/ a provision that makes it more difficult for indi- I will continue to work with all community foundation/signaturellschools.html. viduals to purchase or sell parts that make it leaders to improve the discipline and proce- Liberty High School was one of 20,000 pub- possible to convert a lawful semi-automatic dural safeguards provisions in this bill. During lic high schools invited to submit detailed ap- weapon into an unlawful assault weapon. my time in the Minnesota House of Represent- plications for the Grammy Signature Schools During the 2000 election cycle, then-Gov- atives, our State crafted a careful balance be- award. ernor Bush made a campaign promise to sup- tween the rights of children with disabilities Finalists for the Grammy Signature School port the extension of the ban, as did Attorney and non-disabled students. This allows award were determined on the basis of a scor- General Ashcroft during his 2001 Senate con- schools to maintain a safe learning environ- ing system applied and critiqued by a panel of firmation hearing. I am glad to hear of their ment for all children and at the same time, re- top music educators and professionals. Final- support and look forward to working with them solve discipline issues. I hope to offer Min- ists then had to submit additional documenta- in the upcoming months. I can think of no le- nesota as a model to create Federal policies tion such as recordings of school concerts, gitimate reason for civilians to have access to that best meet the needs of students and sample concert programs and repertoire that military-style weapons that are useless for rec- schools. were further reviewed by an independent reational activities and only serve the purpose The bill before us today, while not perfect, screening committee. of furthering unwanted criminal activity. will make notable improvements to the Individ- As my colleagues are well aware, I was a uals With Disabilities Education Act. In the f scientist before I was elected to the Congress. coming weeks, I will work very hard with the However, I was also a teacher. I taught on the IMPROVING EDUCATION RESULTS disability community and my colleagues in the college level for more than 20 years. I support FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABIL- Senate to pass a final version of this reauthor- and applaud music education because it ITIES ACT OF 2003 ization that allows for the best educational op- teaches participants the important life skills of portunity for all children. discipline and team work. Liberty High School SPEECH OF f would not even have been considered as a Grammy Signature School without the leader- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM GEORGIA CELEBRATES CHIEF ship provided by its Instrumental Musical Di- OF MINNESOTA WARRANT OFFICER RON YOUNG, rector Joseph Fischer. It is the work of an ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES JR. cellent individual teacher, such as Mr. Fischer, Wednesday, April 30, 2003 that opens the door and inspires students to The House in Committee of the Whole HON. PHIL GINGREY achieve success not just in their particular field House on the State of the Union had under OF GEORGIA of study, but in all future endeavors. I know consideration the bill (H.R. 1350) to reauthor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that I am just echoing the gratitude of his stu- ize the Individuals with Disabilities Edu- Thursday, May 8, 2003 dents, their parents, faculty and administrators cation Act, and for other purposes: Mr. GINGREY. Mr. Speaker, the capture of at Liberty High School when I salute Joseph Mrs. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Chairman, I rise in Chief Warrant Officer Ron Young, Jr. by Iraqi Fischer. support of H.R. 1350, to reauthorize the Indi- forces terrified not only his family back in Lith- f viduals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). ia Springs, Ga., but also all the Americans ASSAULT WEAPONS BAN AND LAW Although I have outstanding concerns about watching the news clips of the POWs. ENFORCEMENT PROTECTION ACT this bill that I will continue to work with my col- When our Nation goes to war, our soldiers OF 2003 leagues to resolve, this bill responds to the answer the call to sacrifice with honor. In the needs of special education teachers and the War on Iraq, they proved once more that HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY children they serve. It also authorizes much- they’re the greatest fighting force the world needed funding levels for our States and local OF NEW YORK has ever known. school districts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Yet, even with the best trained soldiers, H.R. 1350 will help schools identify special even with the best equipment, real dangers Thursday, May 8, 2003 needs students at an earlier age and avoid confront our fighting men and women. Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- misidentification of children. When a child is Such was the case on March 24, when the er, today I am introducing the ‘‘Assault Weap- identified as having a disability at an early helicopter of Chief Warrant Officer Young and

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.054 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E907 Chief Warrant Officer David Williams went acters (and) as a church school, it inevitably RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- down and they were captured by Iraqis. challenges students to discover their own TIONS OF JUDGE JAMES For several days, the families of the cap- moral and spiritual values. Groton’s insistence BUCHELE tives and the American public watched the ex- on the highest academic standards would mat- cruciating television footage of our brave sol- ter little if its graduates, to borrow Walker Per- HON. DENNIS MOORE diers being interviewed by their captors. cy’s line, ‘earned straight A’s in school but OF KANSAS We could tell by the looks on their faces flunked life.’ ’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that they were unsure of their fates. In fact, as Mr. Speaker, and colleagues, please join Thursday, May 8, 2003 Ron Young recently said, death seemed to be me in saluting Headmaster Polk’s stewardship an inevitability. and that of LuAnn Polk, his better half, for all Mr. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- But their families held out hope. Without of their years of service and love of the young, nize the contributions made by James Buchele new information, hope was all they had. education and life. of Topeka, Kansas, to his city, county, state Weeks passed with no news and hope and nation, over a lengthy and distinguished turned to despair. f public career that spans the thirty-five years I And on Palm Sunday, our despair turned to have known him. jubilation, as advancing U.S. forces liberated SUICIDE PREVENTION WEEK Jim Buchele stepped down from the Kansas the POWs. District Court bench in Shawnee County after Many of us woke up that day to see the eighteen years of service in 1999. Prior to his Young family celebrating Ron’s freedom. HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ appointment, he served as United States At- The Young family talked of their lasting torney for Kansas. His legal career began in faith, of their hope. They talked of their love OF TEXAS 1966 with private practice in Topeka, after for Ron and their excitement over his immi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES graduation from Washburn University School nent return. Mrs. Young, a day from her birth- of Law and Kansas State University. He also day, had her wish come true: She would, in- Thursday, May 8, 2003 served as City Attorney for Topeka and as deed, be reunited with her son. chief of staff for Representative Martha Keys Their joy was our joy. When American sol- Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, nearly all of our lives have been touched by suicide at some of Kansas’ Second Congressional District. He diers face danger in the name of freedom, served four terms as a state representative in their compatriots rally behind them. We mourn point, be it a family member, neighbor or friend. It represents the darkest moment in a the Kansas Legislature. their setbacks; we hail their victories. As an attorney and as a judge, Jim Buchele We celebrate the safe return of Ron Young life, and inevitably touches many other lives with sadness and curiosity. was involved in a wide range of state and fed- Jr., an American patriot and hero, to his family eral litigation. After stepping down from the in Georgia. Suicide is a mental health issue that bench, Jim continued to serve as a profes- On May 9, the people of Douglas County, crosses racial boundaries and deeply affects sional mediator and arbitrator, as well as tak- Ga., will gather by the thousands to welcome every community in the United States. The ing special assignments from the Kansas Su- home Chief Warrant Officer Young. Hispanic community is no exception. As in preme Court and serving as a member of the And we also want to say thank you to Ron most communities, Hispanics find suicide a Kansas Children’s Cabinet, which made rec- Young and the thousands of other soldiers difficult topic to broach. The stigma still at- ommendations regarding the management of who put their lives on the line to defend their tached to mental health issues makes asking the funds Kansas receives from the tobacco country and its people. for help difficult; but the most overwhelming litigation settlement in order to finance pro- May God bless this country and its military. problem for most Hispanics is access to care grams and services for children. f that will benefit them. Mr. Speaker, Roscoe Pound once said that IN RECOGNITION OF HEADMASTER In 2000, 18% of Hispanic females aged 12– ‘‘Law is experience developed by reason and WILLIAM MECKLENBURG POLK 17 were considered at risk for suicide, com- applied continually to further experience.’’ This OF GROTON SCHOOL pared to 16% of white females and 8% of His- sentence sums up Jim’s lifetime of service in panic males. Only 32 percent of Hispanic fe- the law. During his time on the bench, for ex- male youths at risk for suicide receive mental ample, he specialized in handling domestic re- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN health treatment, according to the 2000 Na- lations cases, including issues such as di- OF NEW JERSEY tional Household Survey on Drug Abuse. vorce, property division, child custody and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES other related matters. Shortly before he In 1997, the Attorney General reported a stepped down from the bench, the Topeka Thursday, May 8, 2003 national survey of high school students Capital-Journal published an article reviewing Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I am showed that Hispanic adolescents reported the special interest and attention that Judge pleased to rise today to honor William Meck- more suicide attempts proportionally than both Buchele brought to the family law docket in lenburg Polk, Headmaster of the Groton whites and blacks. Shawnee County. I include the article in the School in Groton, Massachusetts for twenty Among Hispanic Americans with a mental RECORD and commend it to you and to my five years of dedicated service as Head- disorder, fewer than 1 in 11 contact mental colleagues as evidence of a career in the law master. health specialists, while fewer than 1 in 5 con- that brought tremendous benefits to Jim Like his illustrious predecessors John tact general health care providers. The figure Buchele’s community over a lengthy and suc- Crocker and Endicott Peabody, Bill Polk has is even worse among Hispanic immigrants cessful career. As Owen Fiss wrote in the left a remarkable legacy at the school and has with mental disorders where fewer than 1 in Harvard Law Review, ‘‘The function of the touched the lives of thousands of young men 20 use services from mental health specialists, judge—a statement of social purpose and a and women who attended Groton over that while fewer than 1 in 10 use services from definition of role—is not to resolve disputes, span of time. general health care providers. but to give the proper meaning to our public In his own words, ‘‘everyone who has at- values.’’ tended Groton or entrusted their children to its Many times access to mental health serv- Please join me in saluting Jim Buchele as care knows that Groton is a small, singular ices can be difficult for individuals in Hispanic he moves into full time retirement, where I’m school. Today, in a society that seems in- communities, due to language barriers, which sure he will continue to serve his community creasingly to prize celebrity over character and keep them from accessing the critical assist- and nation at every possible opportunity. self over service, Groton puts character, intel- ance they need to cope with their illness. lectual rigor, values, and service first.’’ Mr. Speaker, suicide is a serious problem JUDGE FOUND REWARDS IN FAMILY LAW Mr. Speaker, from his days as a Groton stu- among Hispanics, and other Americans. I want (By Steve Fry) dent, Bill Polk has epitomized Groton School to thank Congresswoman Napolitano and Shawnee County District Judge James values in all his academic, athletic, religious Congressman Murphy for organizing the Men- Buchele measures his impact as a family law tal Health Caucus to bring members together judge, in part, by a handful of cards and let- and pedagogic pursuits. ters he has received from people who passed Appointed Headmaster in 1978, Bill Polk to shine light on the dark topic of suicide. I through his courtroom during divorces and has made it his business, in his own words, to also thank the gentlewoman from Brownsville, subsequent disputes. see that ‘‘Groton creates opportunities to cul- Texas for organizing this special order to draw ‘‘Thanks a bunch. I really appreciate all tivate individually students’ minds and char- attention to this important subject. that you have done,’’ wrote a little girl, who

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.057 E09PT1 E908 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 told Buchele she was making A’s and B’s in ‘‘I wondered if he was looking for me,’’ said Hello and thank you for inviting me to ad- school. Buchele, who was a little afraid. ‘‘It was a dress this very important gathering. While I Another is a letter from a mother, whose lightning bolt.’’ am most certainly not a great expert on this children would be able to start college using Jackson was recaptured on March 22, 1995. issue, I am appreciative that I have this op- the backlogged child support Buchele had re- Buchele has a reputation for enforcing the portunity to exchange a few thoughts with covered for the family. rules in the courtroom, including literally you. Yet another is a letter from a mother, who keeping attorneys on their toes. A sitting at- The HIV virus respects no boundaries. In hadn’t been paid child support for two or torney who spoke to Buchele would quietly every corner of the world, it strikes young three years before Buchele got it started be instructed to stand when speaking to a and old alike. Especially tragic, those in- again. judge. A spectator entering the courtroom fected include staggering numbers of chil- ‘‘This year I will be able to put the boys in with a cup of coffee in his hand would quick- dren. Here are some numbers which should Scouts,’’’ the woman wrote. ly be shown the door. sober us all: ‘‘I was really touched by that letter,’’ Both are the examples of decorum in the Last year, over three million people died of Buchele said. ‘‘I never realized that that cost court, and Buchele’s model for courtroom AIDS. was out of reach for some people sometimes conduct was Judge Earl O’Connor, former That represents nearly 8,500 persons dying because the laws aren’t being enforced. chief federal judge for the district of Kansas. each day from AIDS. ‘‘It makes you appreciate the impact you After hanging up his judicial robes, Last year alone, five million previously can have by taking on an area that most Buchele will handle special assignments healthy people were infected with HIV. judges and lawyers don’t like to mess with,’’ throughout Kansas as a senior judge, sit on Today, there are over 42 million people liv- he said, referring to family law. the Kansas Court of Appeals to help ease a ing with HIV/AIDS across the world. There is a saying that in family law, espe- backlog of cases and work full-time as a me- No part of the world knows the devastation cially divorces, you see good people at their diator and arbitrator in business and family of HIV/AIDS more than Sub-Saharan Africa. worst, and in criminal law, you see bad peo- disputes. Of the 42 million people living with the dis- ple at their best as a defendant shows his ‘‘I think there will be a high demand,’’ ease worldwide, over two-thirds—29 million most positive image to influence jurors. Buchele said. Dispute resolution is even find- people—are in this poverty-stricken region. In the past, a district judge quickly could ing its way into criminal cases to resolve 8.8 percent of the adult population in sub-Sa- tire of trying divorces, deciding child cus- charges before the case goes to trial. Buchele hara Africa is infected with HIV/AIDS. And tody questions between contentious parents is undecided how he feels about that. ‘‘It’s that number is growing: Seventy percent of and refereeing bitter domestic battles. certainly a revolutionary approach,’’ the estimated 5 million new infections glob- ‘‘That is the traditional take on what fam- Buchele said. ally last year were in Sub-Saharan Africa. ily law is all about,’’ Buchele said. ‘‘That’s Buchele has also become a co-author with Unbelievably, in Swaziland, 38.6 percent of not the way it is in Shawnee County any the recent publication of ‘‘Kansas Law and adults are infected. more.’’ Practice: Kansas Family Law.’’ Co-author of Although the increase of AIDS/HIV infec- Formulation of the ‘‘Shawnee County the legal work is Linda D. Elrod, a Washburn tions has flattened in our own country, it Family Law Guidelines,’’ mandatory attend- University law professor. still remains a crisis here. In North America ance at a workshop for divorcing parents, overall, over one half of one percent of adults the supervised exchange of children, the de- f 15 to 49 years of age are infected, including velopment of family law into a speciality in COLUMBIA, TENNESSEE NATIVE an infection rate in the Caribbean of nearly two and a half percent. which about a dozen attorneys handle about WINS NATIONAL TITLE 80 percent of the cases and reducing the How did the AIDS crisis get so dire? Part number of family law judges from nine to of the answer has to do with a failure in the two has helped quiet the local domestic bat- HON. LINCOLN DAVIS American political system, a failure that was often mirrored in other political systems tles, Buchele said. OF TENNESSEE In an area of law that normally is assigned around the world. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to a judge for a couple of years or so, The HIV virus was first identified in the Buchele has handled family law in Shawnee Thursday, May 8, 2003 United States over 20 years ago. Public pol- County for five years. icy is supposed to identify problems in soci- ‘‘I would rather see good people who are Mr. DAVIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ety and come up with ways to make things struggling, especially when there are chil- honor of Charles Morrison, Jr. of Columbia, right. But owing to a great failure on the dren involved, and help them than sen- Tennessee. The former Columbia Central High part of many of our political and religious tencing drug offenders when you wonder how graduate recently took top honors among a leaders at the time, the disease was not con- much good you’re doing,’’ Buchele said. field of 142 shooters at the 35th Annual ACUI sidered a matter of concern: On the contrary, Buchele said that in family law, there is a Intercollegiate Clay Target Championships. it was met with ignorance, fear and, often, real possibility to help someone, sometimes Mr. Morrison is a freshman at Lindenwood complete indifference. Tragically, many pub- lic figures used the appearance of AIDS as an if only to end a marriage that has gone bad. University in St. Charles, Missouri where he is After 181⁄2 years, Buchele’s stint on the opportunity to make political gains among Shawnee County District bench ends when majoring in business. right-wing voters by espousing the hateful he retires Thursday. The event, sponsored by the National and destructive rhetoric of homophobia. The most harmful thing for a child whose Shooting Sports Foundation, consisted of Some prominent religious conservatives parents are divorcing is to witness the on- teams from 22 colleges around the nation. framed the epidemic as a divinely-ordained going conflict between mother and father, The competition was held at the National blight upon gay men, while some Buchele said, noting children whose parents Shooting Complex in San Antonio, Texas. reactionaries in Congress went so far as to stay in conflict ‘‘are the ones who have prob- Morrison and his teammates finished with 5 consider bills proposing to quarantine gay lems.’’ men. ‘‘I put the kids’ interest first,’’ Buchele shooters in the top 10, took the top four spots During these critical years, at the dawn of said, acknowledging sometimes his decisions in the women’s competition and captured first, this pandemic, President Ronald Reagan re- weren’t popular with the parents because second and third in team competition. mained silent. Although his supporters liked things weren’t ‘‘equal.’’ But if being equal I ask my colleagues to join me in wishing to call him ‘‘The Great Communicator,’’ it means perpetuating the conflict between Mr. Morrison all the best in the future. With took President Reagan seven years to pub- parents, equal isn’t in the best interests of focus, determination, and skill aiding you the licly acknowledge the existence of the dis- the child, Buchele said. sky is the limit. ease. AIDS, which in 1981—the first year of Buchele handled many criminal trials, the Reagan’s term in office—had been diagnosed most memorable being the cases of Bobby f in roughly 335 people and took the lives of Jackson, killer of three men in April 1994 at ADDRESS BEFORE THE STUDENT 158, exploded exponentially while he and his a south Topeka strip bar, and Kenneth GLOBAL AIDS CAMPAIGN, administration maintained a regime of si- ‘‘Kenny’’ Cook, who in September 1992 lence in the face of the growing pandemic. robbed a man of his drugs, shot him to death MIDDLEBURY COLLEGE, VT Six years later, in 1987, when President with a black powder pistol, mutilated the Reagan finally uttered the word ‘‘AIDS’’ in victim’s body to block his identification and HON. BERNARD SANDERS public, over 71,000 people had been diagnosed sank his body in a river. OF VERMONT in the United States and over 41,000 of them Buchele, who sentenced Jackson, learned had died. In those shameful years of silence, of Jackson’s March 18, 1995, escape from the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the number of HIV/AIDS diagnoses had Shawnee County Jail while reading a news- Thursday, May 8, 2003 jumped 21,000 percent; the number of AIDS paper in a Miami airport. Buchele, who had deaths had jumped 25,900 percent. sentenced Jackson to 72 years in prison for Mr. SANDERS. Mr. Speaker, I wanted to The failure of U.S. leadership, as well as convictions of two counts of first-degree share with you some excerpts from remarks I political leadership around the world, at the murder, one count of voluntary man- gave at Middlebury College on May 2, 2003 outset of this crisis was blatant and unfor- slaughter and other charges, was shocked. regarding the international AIDS crisis: givable. Ignorance and denial and a stark

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.061 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E909 homophobia squandered our best chance to fective antiretroviral medicines that enable And Glaxo’s price is still more than the com- face up to the threat, and control its dev- people to live with HIV and avoid the onset petition. astating effects on our nation. My point here of full-blown AIDS. They provide a reason- To understand the logic of the pharma- is not to be ‘‘political’’ or to make gratu- able quality of life to those who would other- ceutical companies from this example, you itous criticism. It is to make the point that wise face nothing but suffering and death. have to consider a second point that Glaxo, prejudice and silence are not the way to face Yet many of these medicines are priced so conveniently, did not include in their an- up to huge threats to civil society. This is high that, while Magic Johnson and those nouncement of the price reduction of true whether the situation is SARS in China, with Cadillac health care plans may be able Combivir. Combivir is but one of a number of or AIDS in South Africa, or arsenic-laced to afford them, most of the afflicted cannot effective anti-retroviral medicines: many of water in Bangladesh, or women’s illnesses in afford the medicines which would promise them have their most significant impact a male-dominated medical culture. It is the them life, instead of death. when they are taken in combination with responsibility of political leadership to cou- And now, let me touch upon a key element other medicines, i.e., cocktails. rageously address problems even when they of the whole AIDS discussion—an element It turns out that Combivir is most effec- are politically uncomfortable. that deals with fundamental questions of tive when taken in combination with a pro- Today, while we are not entirely free of the morality, justice, economics, and politics: tease inhibitor called Agenerase. irresponsible and destructive rhetoric of two and that is the role of the pharmaceutical in- Agenerase—also produced by Glaxo—is still decades ago, while some still proclaim that dustry in the AIDS crisis. As I mentioned a priced at $8 per day, or nearly $3,000 per year, AIDS is God’s punishment for homosex- moment ago, because of efforts of the federal making it completely unaffordable to many uality, the AIDS landscape is considerably government and the pharmaceutical indus- poorer patients. In Africa, for instance, most better. The government estimates that 40,000 try, major breakthroughs have taken place people earn less than $500 per year. So what Americans are infected with HIV each year, which are saving countless lives. And we ap- Glaxo offers with one hand, it undercuts with a figure that has remained roughly stable for plaud those scientists and researchers, both the other. It is still not providing the nec- over a decade. This figure was nearly offset in the public and private sector, who have essary anti-AIDS cocktails that people in each year by AIDS deaths, so the total num- done so much to advance the treatment of the developing world need if they are to sur- ber of Americans carrying the virus stayed those with AIDS. But the question here is vive. While there is some indication that level for a number of years. Today, however, not just the issue of research, but who bene- Glaxo may reduce the price for this drug, it with new drug treatments which stave off fits from that research? And in that regard, makes no sense for this drug to remain at an the effects of AIDS, deaths have plunged I must tell you that I have some very, very unaffordable price for those who need treat- from around 40,000 annually to about 15,000. deep concerns about the behavior of the ment. To put this in context, we should re- As a result, new infections are outstripping pharmaceutical industry—the most profit- member that in Swaziland, where the infec- deaths. Although the United States does not able industry in the United States. tion rate is 38.6 percent, the per capita in- keep national records on who has HIV and The profits of the drug companies come, in come is $140 per year. AIDS, the Center for Disease Control esti- large part, from making drugs available to The issue that we’re discussing now is a mates that almost a million people—900,000— those who can afford to pay high prices for profound moral issue. Should people die from are infected with the AIDS virus. One quar- them. Drug prices are set to maximize prof- a disease that can be treated because they ter of them do not know they are infected; its, not to make needed medicines available cannot afford the medicine that will save another quarter are receiving no care or to the widest number of people. (And in that their lives? Should large drug companies make billions in profit each year, and pay treatment for their infection. regard I should point out that the United There is some good news on the horizon, States is the only industrialized country not their CEOs exorbitant pay, while they charge even if the world-wide view is bleak. Yester- to regulate the prices of prescription drugs). outrageously high prices for their products? It is my belief that health care is a right, day, I voted for the United States Leadership This is true for most pharmaceuticals: it is not a privilege. That is why I believe that Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Ma- especially true for AIDS medications. De- the United States should join the rest of the laria Act of 2003—which won in the House by spite the gravity of the AIDS crisis and the industrialized world and develop a national an overwhelming vote. This bill will author- horrendous pain and suffering of those dying health care program guaranteeing health ize $15 billion over the next five years to from AIDS, the drug companies in most cases have continued to put their desire for care to all people, regardless of income. fight these terrible diseases in Africa and the The same logic means that, as part of the large profits above the pain of millions of Caribbean—the regions struck most severely world community, we must demand nothing people who suffer unspeakably around the by this scourge—through treatment and pre- less than full access to all available means of vention on an unprecedented scale. This is globe. I wish I could tell you otherwise, but saving the lives of those afflicted with AIDS. certainly a very large step in the right direc- I fear that high profits and high CEO salaries The predominant right here is not the right tion. Although I do not often find myself in are often more important to these companies of drug companies to make obscene profits agreement with President Bush, I am heart- than saving lives. because an uncontrolled marketplace may Let me use one example to illustrate this. ened that he supports this initiative. The allow that. The right we must uphold is the Last month drug giant GlaxoSmithKline an- outcome of this legislation is that, with the right of every human being, if imperiled, to nounced that it would reduce the price of its participation of other wealthy nations, it is access the medicines which can save his or drug Combivir in the developing world from estimated that 2 million HIV-positive Afri- her life. With over 40 million persons suf- cans will be provided some sort of treatment, $1.70 per day to $0.90 per day. The same treat- fering from HIV/AIDS across the world, with and 7 million needless new HIV infections ment costs $18 per day in the United States. 5 million new infections annually, with over will be prevented. Some might say that this is evidence of 600,000 children under the age of 15 dying of However, a word of caution about this leg- Glaxo’s commitment to serve people over AIDS last year, that is a right we must insist islation which has not yet passed the Senate! profits and, clearly, Glaxo’s recent an- upon and fight for. While the House bill authorizes $3 billion a nouncement will provide some real relief to We have the technology to save these year for five years, an authorization is not those struggling to treat their infection. AIDS-threatened lives now. In this day of an appropriation. It’s not real money. Right Yet, while this recent announcement surely unprecedented global distribution networks, now, despite the President’s very public sup- makes for good public relations for Glaxo, with a real commitment from the United port of the legislation, the President asked which had net profits before taxes of $9.7 bil- States and other wealthy nations to begin for only $1.7 billion for global AIDS in his lion in 2002, we must ask ourselves some funding this epic battle, the pharmaceutical 2004 budget proposal and, according to The hard questions: Why have they done this? Is companies must stop putting profit before New York Times today, appropriators say it enough? Will it help? people. And if they will not do it on their that it will not be easy to find the rest of the Why have they lowered the price of own, then the government of the United money. What this means is that the pressure Combivir in the developing world? Well, two States must insist they do so. Pharma- must stay on Congress and the President to years ago pharmaceutical companies in the ceutical companies get all sorts of govern- actually allocate these funds at the level so developing world figured out how to make a ment support: tax breaks, government-fund- publicly trumpeted and called a ‘‘moral Im- generic equivalent of Combivir at a much ed research, patent protection, etc. In re- perative’’ by President Bush this week. lower price. Today, for instance, India’s turn, they must be required to provide medi- Yet, despite this legislation, we continue Ranbaxy Laboratories offers the same treat- cines, at cost if need be, to combat the AIDS to have a failure in leadership from the ment at 73 cents a day, in a tablet approved pandemic. White House and the Congress. While the by the World Health Organization. So, in an Any serious, comprehensive approach to new legislation passed this week is certainly important sense, Glaxo is not cutting prices fighting AIDS in the developing world must an important step in the right direction, as much as meeting competition. Although [also] include an unprecedented debt-forgive- most of the forty million people infected Glaxo has stated in the past that it would ness program. We must call on the World with HIV/AIDS, and the millions more who not sell AIDS drugs at a profit in the devel- Bank and the IMF to write off the debts of are being infected each year, live under a oping world and that its recent price cuts the impoverished nations, not only in Africa, virtual death sentence. were made possible by continuing improve- but in the Caribbean, in Central America, in This need not be the case. Government- ments in manufacturing processes and South America, in Asia. As a requirement sponsored research, in this country and economies of scale, it only dropped its prices for writing off these debts, we can insist that abroad, has made giant steps forward. Bio- after manufacturers in India figured out how the countries involved commit adequate re- chemists and physicians have developed ef- to produce the same drug at a lower price. sources to AIDs education and the fight

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.065 E09PT1 E910 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 against AIDS, as well as to building a soci- century, touch the lives of thousands of people they had won free sneakers. When they ety where fighting disease and want and mal- and bring a new approach to law enforcement turned up to claim their prizes, they got a trip nutrition and lack of education is para- in our area. to jail. mount. Mearl soon returned to school, realizing that In 1992, Justus swapped 500 guns con- Obviously, there is a lot of work to do. if he wanted to continue working as a cop, he Every student in this auditorium has an op- fiscated by his department for bulletproof vests portunity to do something. The range of needed an education in law enforcement. He for his deputies. He has sold ads on patrol roles you can play is very broad—whether soon received his GED and began looking for cars to raise money. He pushes youth pro- working directly in the delivery of training opportunities. In 1959, he took a class grams, educating kids about the perils of healthcare services or prevention programs at Southern Illinois University at Carbondale. It drugs and about the rewards of careers in law through relief organizations or public health was a weeklong course, so Justus took a enforcement. His humble beginnings also programs; working in international develop- week long vacation and took the class. In taught Justus compassion. In 1988, he ar- ment or finance for sane policies that actu- 1976, he received his Associates Degree from ranged a cataract surgery for a woman who ally benefit struggling communities and de- Southwestern Illinois Community College had lost $6,000 in savings, including the veloping nations rather than policies that (SWIC) and in 1978 he received his BS in the simply serve to further line the pockets of $1,400 needed for the surgery, during a rob- already-rich multinational corporations; or Administration of Criminal Justice from West- bery. He also established a nutrition ministry working in politics or public policy here in ern Illinois University. In 1983, Justus received at Cahokia Park United Methodist Church 35 the United States for approaches that recog- a second Associates Degree from SWIC in years ago. Mearl also features a crack house nize the immeasurable global impact of Security Administration. He now possesses a of the month to spotlight crime areas through- every foreign policy and aid decision made in master’s degree in the Administration of Jus- out the County. the U.S. Congress. tice from the Metropolitan Collegiate Institute Justus rarely carries a gun, although he In whatever role you end up playing, it will in London. Today, Mearl continues his edu- be paramount to remember this: Even during usually has one within reach. Justus has said cation by teaching a law enforcement course he doesn’t even like guns. He tells the stu- our present economic slump—and especially at SWIC and has established a scholarship when the world economy is so-called ‘‘roar- dents at the class he teaches at SWIC that ing’’—the biggest decisions made here and program to help other students with GED’s to too much emphasis is put on guns. He says globally are about the allocation of re- continue their education. more crimes are solved with a pen than with sources. We have the resources to wage a In his police career, Justus was appointed a gun. Good law enforcement is not always successful war in the prevention of HIV/ Police Chief in Cahokia in 1962 after serving about guns. AIDS. We have medicines available today on the force for a decade. According to Mearl, Justus has a unique collection in his office. that can substantially alleviate the vast Cahokia had changed a lot since 1953. He has quite a collection of pigs; wooden pigs, human suffering over 42 million persons are Cahokia grew from a small rural community, enduring right now, this minute. One of the plastic pigs, stuffed pigs, even pictures of pigs. where the cops didn’t even have two-way ra- The pig became Justus’s mascot in the 60’s great tests of our day—the battle against dios. If you needed a cop, Mearl says, you HIV/AIDS—will ultimately be measured by when students across the nation were pro- walked around until you found one. Cahokia, the yardstick of how we allocated our re- testing the war in Vietnam. Justus says Pig like other growing towns, became a place sources. stands for Pride, Integrity and Justice. Our nation must insist that the pharma- where crime grew as the population grew. He In his last campaign, rumors were running started seeing more burglaries, thefts and ceutical industry provide life-saving drugs to rampant that he was ready to retire. Mearl suffering millions, rather than providing armed robberies. It wasn’t until 1972 that he says there is no truth to that. He intends to tens of millions of dollars in salaries, stock investigated his first murder, a case that complete the job he started some 50 years option and retirement bonuses to its CEOs. haunts him today. Let me conclude with a very hard, and During that summer in 1972, 14–year old ago. But besides being Sheriff of St. Clair very important truth. The United States, Robbie Watson turned up missing. Eight County and keeping up with all the Boards and its government, will not address the weeks later his body was found east of Dupo, and Commissions on which he serves, Mearl major problems which face us unless you de- still finds time to fish. mand we do so. Illinois. Mearl conducted an investigation with very few leads. Just one-year ago however, I have known Mearl for much of his career f Justus received a letter from an inmate serv- in law enforcement. I have always said he is the second best Sheriff in St. Clair County. My HONORING THE 50TH ANNIVER- ing time in prison in another state on an unre- father Dan being the first, who served from SARY OF ST. CLAIR COUNTY lated crime who confessed to that murder. 1966–1970. This year, as he has every year SHERIFF MEARL JUSTUS Justus still thinks everyday of this crime, which has yet to be closed. as Sheriff, Mearl assists the inmates of the jail In 1982, Justus decided to pursue a political to tend their own vegetable garden. The vege- HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO career—something he said he always wanted. tables grown there feed the inmates and OF ILLINOIS He was elected St. Clair County Sheriff in what’s left is distributed to local nursing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1982 and was re-elected for four more terms. homes. Thursday, May 8, 2003 After that first election, Justus and his wife, Mearl Justice is a unique individual. He Audrey, moved out of their Cahokia home and never forgot where he came from and what it Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to into an apartment above the jail. Audrey means to struggle in life and to work hard. He ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Justus has said living above the jail took some instills this attribute everyday, to everyone he the 50th Anniversary of St. Clair County, Illi- getting used to, though it is probably the most meets and works with. Mearl says it best nois Sheriff Mearl Justus’ law enforcement ca- secure living quarters in the county. All the when he says that ‘‘there isn’t anything he reer. windows are locked and all the doors are se- would do different. I am satisfied with my life.’’ When Mearl Justus began as a part-time curity doors. Both Mearl and Audrey have Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Cahokia police officer in 1953, he didn’t even lived there for 20 years. in honoring Sheriff Mearl Justus on the occa- have a radio in his car. Now, exactly 50 years Mearl enjoys being a politician, his wife has sion of his 50th Anniversary in the field of law later, he’s in charge of the St. Clair County said, but not as much as being a cop. Mearl enforcement and wish him many more years Sheriff’s department and every car has a com- never stops campaigning. He treats everyday of service to the people of St. Clair County. puter in the dash. A lot of changes have come as if the election is tomorrow, Audrey has f and gone in these past 50 years. said. Of all his accomplishments, Mearl has At first, Justus didn’t even plan to become been his happiest when he is helping the poor CONGRATULATING UNITED a police officer. Mearl says he was raised poor and the elderly. Mearl enjoys being account- STATES CAPITOL POLICE ON by his grandparents. Cahokia Mayor Bill able to the voters, instead of other politicians. 175TH ANNIVERSARY Miskell back in 1953 told Justus he would Mearl certainly believes in doing his job cre- SPEECH OF make a good cop. The next thing he knew, he atively. He is well known for his outspoken at- got a gun and a badge. At the time he was a titude about traditional police policy. In 1988, HON. JOHN B. LARSON twenty-one year old high school dropout. the Sheriff held a benefit for the Women’s Cri- OF CONNECTICUT Since Cahokia did not have a high school, he sis Center by holding a Slumber in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES attended school in nearby Dupo, but never fin- Slammer, where people paid $100 to spend Tuesday, April 29, 2003 ished. However, it didn’t take long for Justus the night in the new jail addition. to learn about being a cop. So began a career In 1990, he sent out more than 1,000 no- Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I in law enforcement that would span half a tices to fugitives in the county, telling them am an original co-sponsor of H. Con. Res.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A08MY8.068 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E911 156, honoring the men and women of the U.S. I want to express my personal thanks for a free and at peace depends in no small meas- Capitol Police as they celebrate the 175th an- job well done and wish the United States Cap- ure on whether we will continue to inspire our niversary of the police force. itol Police a sincere and happy 175th anniver- youth to serve.’’ Congress established the Capitol Police dur- sary. I am confident that Nathan Laudick has the ing the administration of John Quincy Adams. Mr. Speaker, I urge adoption of H. Con. character and ability to excel at the U.S. Mili- Ponder how different the world was then, Res. 156. tary Academy at West Point. I ask my col- when the U.S. Congress was a young and f leagues to join me in wishing him well as he largely untested deliberative body located in a begins his very important service to our na- relatively isolated town that was as much wil- CONGRATULATING THOMAS tion. derness as it was settled territory. SACCO, RECIPIENT OF THE PUR- f In the last 175 years, the world has PLE HEART changed immeasurably, and so has the work HONORING DR. KURT KORAL AS of the Capitol Police. HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE HE IS RECOGNIZED BY THE CON- Today the U.S. Capitol—which is simulta- NECTICUT STATE DENTAL ASSO- OF FLORIDA neously a national shrine, tourist attraction, CIATION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and working office building—imposes extraor- dinary security requirements. Friday, May 9, 2003 HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO For example, more than three million tour- Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. OF CONNECTICUT ists visited the Capitol complex in 2000. At the Speaker, I rise today to honor Thomas Sacco, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES same time, the Capitol hosted more than a veteran of World War II. After waiting 58 Friday, May 9, 2003 1,200 American and foreign dignitaries and long years, he has finally been awarded the 1,000 special events, and was the site of Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it gives me Purple Heart that he earned as a young pri- great pleasure to rise today to join the Con- nearly 500 scheduled demonstrations. In addi- vate while serving his country in Europe. tion to lawmakers and their staffs, a sizable necticut Dental Association in extending my Private Sacco was barely 18 years old when sincere congratulations to Dr. Kurt Koral who number of journalists, concerned citizens, lob- he volunteered to serve as a paratrooper in byists, and service personnel also work within will be honored today with the Distinguished the famous and sometimes feared 101st Air- Service Award. the Capitol complex. borne division. To address these security requirements In a career that has spanned nearly four He was wounded in the town of Noville, Bel- while keeping Congress as open and acces- decades, Dr. Koral has worked diligently to im- gium. As his outfit advanced toward the Axis sible as the Framers of the Constitution in- prove the field of dentistry. In addition to his Army he was struck by shrapnel in his left arm tended, the mission of the Capitol Police has private practice, he has and continues to and back and rendered unconscious. expanded to provide the Congressional com- serve on the staffs of both the Hospital of 58 years later his heroism and sacrifice is munity and visitors with the highest possible Saint Raphael and Yale-New Haven Hospital. being recognized by the United States Gov- quality of a full range of police services. These He is also an Associate Professor at the Yale ernment. services are provided through the use of a va- University School of Medicine’s Department of Mr. Speaker, I am proud to call Thomas riety of specialty support units and a network Surgery. As a surgeon, professor, and legisla- Sacco a constituent and I ask you to join with of foot patrols, vehicular patrols, and fixed tive activist, Dr. Koral has touched the lives of me in thanking him for his service. posts. thousands. In modern times, the Capitol Police have f Throughout his career, Dr. Koral has dem- onstrated a unique commitment to the field of also had to cope with emergencies, bombings RECOGNIZING NATHAN A. LAUDICK and shootings, including the tragic 1998 mur- dentistry through his participation in numerous ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE professional organizations and continued ad- ders of Officer J.J. Chestnut and Detective U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY John Gibson, that remain so painfully fresh in vocacy. Past President of the New Haven our memories. Dental Association, Fellow of the Pierre After that tragic event, Congress properly HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Fauchard Society and the American College of heightened Capitol security, adopting a pos- OF OHIO Dentists, and member of the Connecticut Den- ture that requires considerable additional man- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tal Association, among many others, since 1968—Dr. Koral has committed a lifetime of power. Recent events in the Middle East and Friday, May 9, 2003 elsewhere have obviously underscored the leadership to his profession. need for more officers and greater security. Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great I have often spoke of the importance of par- Fortunately, additional resources have been pride that I rise today to recognize my con- ticipating in the legislative process. I believe provided. stituent, Nathan A. Laudick of Van Wert, Ohio, that through these efforts real change can be Congress has appropriated money to fund who recently accepted his appointment to the made. Dr. Koral shares this belief and has all the additional officers the Capitol Police U.S. Military Academy at West Point. worked hard over the years to effect public can hire and train. Supplemental funds have Nathan will soon graduate from Van Wert policy at every level of government. Today, as also been provided to address needs identified High School. During his high school career, he Chairman of the Connecticut Dental Associa- since September 11, 2001. has maintained a high grade point average. tion’s Legislative Council, Dr. Koral is a lead- Today, the Capitol Police face evolving He is an accomplished athlete, earning varsity ing voice in matters important to the Associa- threats from those who, for whatever reason, letters in football, and track and field. And, he tion and the field of dentistry. wish our country and our democracy harm. has clearly demonstrated his leadership ability, For his many invaluable contributions and What was unthinkable only 18 months ago, serving as a class officer and student body of- unparalleled advocacy, I am honored to rise has been done. We must remain vigilant and ficer. He is a member of the National Honor today to pay tribute to Dr. Kurt Koral as he is prepared as we work to rid the world of the Society. recognized with the Connecticut Dental Asso- scourge of terrorism and preserve and expand Nathan Laudick can be very proud of his ciation’s Distinguished Service Award. the promise of peace and democracy. many accomplishments. He is a credit to his Through his continued advocacy and constant We will continue to rely on the Capitol Po- family, his school, and his community. By ac- participation, he has made a real difference in lice as the first line of defense for the People’s cepting his appointment, Nathan is accepting the lives of many. His efforts are sure to in- House and all who work and visit here. a unique challenge. spire others for many years to come. The men and women of the Capitol Police The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership f meet their challenges with courage and a level development for the United States Army. As a HONORING MRS. CAROL A. of professionalism not exceeded anywhere. member of the United States Corps of Cadets, GREINER Since the dastardly attacks of September 11, he will face a most demanding academic cur- and again after the heightened security level riculum and physical regimen. He will live, of the past few months, Capitol Police officers, study and prepare in an environment where HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER OF NEW YORK under the able leadership of Chief Terrance strong leadership thrives, individual achieve- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Gainer, have worked long hours under ad- ment is expected, and personal integrity is de- verse conditions. These men and women manded. Friday, May 9, 2003 clearly represent the best that America has to Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today offer. once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain to honor Mrs. Carol A. Greiner. Carol has

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.001 E09PT1 E912 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 been the Honorary President of the University gram that has been developed to foster polit- Huskies of the University of Connecticut, of Buffalo Women’s Club, and she has been ical activism in our nation’s youth. They are in- Maria was instrumental throughout the season tirelessly committed to the University and to volved in countless other activities that pro- and the National Championship Tournament. the Buffalo region for years. mote community involvement by their mem- A graduate of Seymour High School, Maria Carol has a long history of service to her bers. displayed a unique talent during her high community that is to be commended. Aside Mr. Speaker, I am proud to call the men and school career—a fact which is reflected in the from her involvement in the University of Buf- women of the South Lake Memorial American recognition she received as WBCA Honorable falo Women’s Club, she has volunteered her Legion constituents, and I ask that you join Mention All-American, Gatorade State Player time in many capacities that include organizing with me today to congratulate them on their of the Year, three-time All-State pick, four-time a campaign to raise funds for the establish- service to our nation. All-League Selection, two-time State Cham- ment of the first kidney dialysis center in Se- f pionship MVP, and New Haven Register Play- attle and serving as a dedicated participant in er of the Year. She has owned the State the Parent Teacher Association for over 17 RECOGNIZING GREGORY J.S. records for three-pointers in both a season years. TRUMBLE ON HIS APPOINTMENT and career. She continues to own the school Carol is an example for how to balance the TO THE U.S. AIR FORCE ACAD- records at Seymour High School for points, demands of family, career, and community EMY assists, and steals. Maria was honored at the service. She has strongly supported her hus- end of her high school career with the retire- band, now President of the University of Buf- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR ment of her jersey number. falo, and helped him with his rise to success. OF OHIO During her three-year career with the Uni- She is a model parent, having raised four chil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES versity of Connecticut Huskies, Maria has be- come well-known for her sharpshooting from dren—Kevin, Terrence, Daniel, and Susan. Friday, May 9, 2003 I am sharing Carol’s story with this chamber behind the three-point line. She is one of only today because she so strongly exemplifies Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great two players to have been on the court in all model citizenship. Carol and her husband self- pride that I rise today to recognize my con- seventy of UCONN’s record-setting run of sev- lessly give of themselves to their community. stituent, Gregory J.S. Trumble of Tiffin, Ohio, enty straight victories. There are many facets They were surrogate parents for a disturbed who recently accepted his appointment to the which must come together to make such his- teenager, who recovered completely from her United States Air Force Academy. tory. Maria’s leadership, spirit, and uncompro- problems after living with the Greiners in their Greg will soon graduate from Columbian mising drive are one of the forces behind the home. Other testaments to her civic commit- High School. During his high school career, he Huskies’ sensational victories. ment include membership in Working for has maintained a 3.6 grade point average. He Winning their fourth NCAA championship, Downtown, Bethel Head Start Program (where is an accomplished athlete, earning varsity let- this year’s victory was especially gratifying be- she served on the Board of Directors), the ters and serving as Captain of the track and cause the Huskies overcame incredible odds League of Women Voters, and Buffalo Phil- field team and the cross country team. And, to earn a repeat championship. The first wom- harmonic Orchestra (where she served on the he has clearly demonstrated his leadership en’s basketball team in history to win a na- Women’s Committee). ability, having served as class president and tional championship without a single senior on I am privileged to know Mrs. Carol Greiner, participated in numerous activities. He is a the roster, the Lady Huskies have set a new and honored to consider her a friend. She is member of the National Honor Society. standard for team work and perfection. Maria an asset to our community in Buffalo, and she Gregory Trumble can be very proud of his and her fellow teammates have again shown stands as a shining example of a life lived in many accomplishments. He is a credit to his that their undeniable talent and dedication will service to others. family, his school, and his community. By ac- make dreams a reality. f cepting his appointment, Greg is accepting a Maria has worked hard to achieve her goals unique challenge. and serves as a role model to young women PERSONAL EXPLANATION The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership across the country. We are certainly fortunate development for the United States Air Force. to have her call Derby home. I am honored to HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN As a member of the Cadet Air Wing, he will stand today and join the Derby community in OF SOUTH CAROLINA face a most demanding academic curriculum congratulating Maria Conlon and honoring her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and physical regimen. He will live, study and on ‘‘Maria Conlon Day’’ for her outstanding prepare in an environment where strong lead- achievements—not only as a Lady Husky, but Friday, May 9, 2003 ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- as a member of our community. Hers is a leg- Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. pected, and personal integrity is demanded. acy that will continue to inspire generations to 170, 171, and 175, had I been present, I Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. come. would have voted ‘‘no.’’ once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain f f free and at peace depends in no small meas- ure on whether we will continue to inspire our HONORING COACH NAN HARVEY HONORING THE SOUTH LAKE ME- youth to serve.’’ MORIAL AMERICAN LEGION AUX I am confident that Gregory Trumble has the HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER #55 character and ability to excel at the U.S. Air OF NEW YORK Force Academy. I ask my colleagues to join IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE me in wishing him well as he begins his very Friday, May 9, 2003 OF FLORIDA important service to our Nation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Coach Nan Harvey. Friday, May 9, 2003 HONORING MARIA CONLON OF THE Nan Harvey is the Associate Athletics Direc- Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. 2002–2003 UNIVERSITY OF CON- tor at the University of Buffalo. She has been Speaker, I rise today to recognize the South NECTICUT WOMEN’S BASKET- a softball umpire for 28 years, and has de- Lake Memorial American Legion Auxiliary #55 BALL TEAM voted her life to women’s athletics. on their Anniversary. Sixty-six years ago this Nan’s accomplishments on the field are be- Auxiliary was founded by the brave veterans HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO yond impressive. As head coach of women’s of World War I and has been serving their OF CONNECTICUT softball at the University of Buffalo, she led community ever since. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES her team to 38 wins in next three years, earn- Most recently, they were recognized as one ing State University of New York Athletic Con- of the strongest promoters of the ‘‘Spinoza Friday, May 9, 2003 ference Coach of the Year honors in 1985. In Bear Program’’. This is a compassionate cru- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with the 1991, Nan was inducted into the Western New sade that brings a smile to thousands of griev- greatest pleasure that I rise today to join fam- York Softball Hall of Fame. In 1996, she was ing children. ily, friends, and the Derby community on named the Amateur Softball Association Metro Their commitment to public service is re- ‘‘Maria Conlon Day’’ to recognize the out- Buffalo Umpire of the Year. Later that year, newed every year as they sponsor two young standing achievements of our hometown hero, Nan was given one of the highest honors for women to attend Girl’s State, a wonderful pro- Maria Conlon. Starting guard for the Lady an ASA umpire when she was inducted into

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.005 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E913 the National Indicator Fraternity of the Ama- century and a half later, Sumter County is tential and Public Policy and the many who teur Softball Hall of Fame. She’s been an um- home to more than 54,000, Floridians and that have gathered at the University of Chicago to pire for several national slow-pitch tour- number is growing rapidly. honor and celebrate the contributions of an naments and the NCAA Division III National But rapid growth won’t change what Sumter outstanding American—a man who is my dear Championship for three years. County is known for—its sense of community. friend, Irving B. Harris. Today’s Festschrift is a When I first began work on Title IX earlier Home to warm people and, as in the rest of fitting tribute to a man who has spent a life- this year, my office contacted Nan to find out Florida, warm weather, thousands of new resi- time in the service of others. more about the effects of Title IX at the Uni- dents move to Sumter County each year and As I look over the course of Irving’s life, I versity of Buffalo. She was enormously helpful find a home in what we’ve known for some- am struck by his countless acts of generosity and supportive in helping us lead the fight to time to be one of the best places in the coun- and compassion. As an advocate, a philan- save this fundamental civil rights law that en- try to live. thropist, and a leading voice for children, his sures gender equality in athletic opportunities. I congratulate the residents, the municipali- achievements have left an indelible mark on I was devastated to hear that Nan is cur- ties and the businesses of Sumter County as our society. Irving Harris recognized early on rently battling ovarian cancer. She learned of they recognize this important anniversary. I that the key to our children’s success lay in her disease almost three years ago, and has wish them 150 more years of growth, develop- their most formative years, birth to three. He been undergoing chemotherapy for 34 straight ment and prosperity. inspired, developed and supported scores of months. Her prognosis is still very uncertain, f programs and organizations dedicated to im- yet she fights this disease daily with grace and proving the lives of disadvantaged youngsters determination. RECOGNIZING ZACHARY G. FOS- across the nation. He founded the Erikson In- Let me tell you about the kind of person TER ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO stitute, a child development graduate school, Nan Harvey is. Despite suffering chemo- THE U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY and the Ounce of Prevention Fund, a public/ therapy treatments, she is still dedicated to private partnership that created and promoted University of Buffalo Athletics. She has dedi- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR community-based initiatives to improve early cated a large portion of her life to her family OF OHIO childhood development. He was a leader in development of Zero to Three: The National at the University of Buffalo. I am deeply IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Center for Infants, Toddlers, and Families moved by Nan’s decision regarding her estate. Friday, May 9, 2003 With her health in an uncertain state, Nan de- whose work to support families and promote cided to bequeath to the University of Buffalo Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great the healthy development of babies and tod- athletic department a minimum of $200,000 pride that I rise today to recognize my con- dlers had a tremendous impact in communities from her retirement funds. The money will be stituent, Zachary G. Foster of Tiffin, Ohio, who across the nation. His work brought him na- used with an emphasis on women’s sports. recently accepted his appointment to the U.S. tional recognition as a leading voice for the Her commitment to the University of Buffalo, Military Academy at West Point. betterment of children across the country. and to female athletes, has inspired her col- Zachary will soon graduate from Columbian Irving Harris is one of those rare individuals leagues, her students, and her community. In High School. During his high school career, he with roots in the world of business and finance honor of everything that she has given to the has maintained a 3.8 grade point average. He who has used his hard-won wealth and influ- school and to women’s athletics, the Univer- is an accomplished athlete, earning varsity let- ence to help others less fortunate. And his sity of Buffalo will be renaming its softball fa- ters in soccer and swimming. And, he has work and diligence and dedication is not only cility Nan Harvey Field. clearly demonstrated his leadership ability, ac- remarkable but unceasing. It is a reflection of I cannot express how deeply proud I am of tively participating in Key Club, Knowledge all that we strive to be. His sincerity is marked Nan Harvey, of the life that she has led and Master Open and the National Honor Society. by the principles he instilled in his own fam- the example she has set. Zachary Foster can be very proud of his ily—in his children and grandchildren, who today carry on his work on behalf of the other f many accomplishments. He is a credit to his family, his school, and his community. By ac- children of America. PERSONAL EXPLANATION cepting his appointment, Zachary is accepting Through education, public policy develop- a unique challenge. ment, grant-making and advocacy, Irving Har- HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership ris’ vision and leadership has earned him rec- ognition and many honors and awards over OF SOUTH CAROLINA development for the United States Army. As a the years. He has served many organizations IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member of the United States Corps of Cadets, he will face a most demanding academic cur- including the National Commission on Children Friday, May 9, 2003 riculum and physical regimen. He will live, and the Carnegie Corporation’s New York Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall Nos. study and prepare in an environment where Task Force on Meeting the Needs of Young 172 and 176, had I been present, I would strong leadership thrives, individual achieve- Children. have voted, ‘‘yea.’’ ment is expected, and personal integrity is de- It has been an enormous privilege for me to work with Irving over the years, and I look for- f manded. Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. ward to continuing our collaboration. Irving ON SUMTER COUNTY’S 150TH once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain knows that our young people represent the fu- ANNIVERSARY free and at peace depends in no small meas- ture and we as a community and nation must ure on whether we will continue to inspire our give them the tools to succeed. He recognized HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE youth to serve.’’ this simple fact many years ago, and dedi- OF FLORIDA I am confident that Zachary Foster has the cated his life to fulfilling that important goal. Irving Harris continues his work today, as I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES character and ability to excel at the U.S. Mili- tary Academy at West Point. I ask my col- hope he will for many more years to come. Friday, May 9, 2003 leagues to join me in wishing him well as he Tbank you, Irving for the difference you have Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. begins his very important service to our na- made in this country, and the millions of lives Speaker, I rise today to commemorate an im- tion. you have made better through your vision, your passion, and your generous spirit of portant historical anniversary in Sumter Coun- f ty, Florida, in my Fifth Congressional District. mind. You are an inspiration to all of us. Sumter County recently turned 150 years HONORING IRVING B. HARRIS FOR f HIS INVALUABLE CONTRIBU- old and the people of the area celebrated this TRIBUTE TO DR. ELBERT W. TIONS IN PUBLIC SERVICE anniversary in true Sumter-County style this SUTTON past weekend. I was pleased to be a part of the events and join some of my constituents in HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO celebrating this milestone in the county’s his- HON. JEFF MILLER OF CONNECTICUT OF FLORIDA tory. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sumter County first appeared on Florida’s map on January 8, 1853 after State legislation Friday, May 9, 2003 Friday, May 9, 2003 called for its creation from a portion of Marion Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I am honored Mr. MILLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to County, its neighbor to the north. Today, a to rise today to join the Center for Human Po- honor one of this nation’s most distinguished

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.010 E09PT1 E914 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 and dedicated physicians, Dr. Elbert W. Sut- dustry then ‘‘boomed’’ in the town and was re- oil executives. Efforts to establish and main- ton. After 43 years of faithful service to the sponsible for the town’s rapid growth and tain civilian stability and coordinate humani- Northwest Florida community, the past 24 prosperity. Dunnellon was then dubbed a tarian assistance will monopolize the ORHA years of which he has served as Director of ‘‘Boomtown.’’ for some time to come; tasks that would be the Santa Rosa County Health Department, Each year, the city celebrates its heritage daunting enough if they had inherited an intact Dr. Sutton will step down from his position in with a festival offering fun activities, contests, bureaucracy and police force. But the ORHA’s June of this year and begin his much de- and parades for the people of Dunnellon. biggest stumbling block may turn out to be served and well earned retirement. This weekend, the residents of the city will that none of its members have any experience A longtime resident of Milton, Florida, Dr. carry on the tradition of celebrating ‘‘Boom- in forging cooperation amongst radically dif- Sutton attended the University of Alabama as town days.’’ I wish them the best and am fering political, religious, and ethnic factions to an undergraduate and subsequently received proud to honor them in this Chamber today. facilitate even the beginnings of a self-gov- his medical degree from Tulane University in f erning nation. 1958. In 1960, he came to our community and Iraq is the test case for our peacekeeping, opened a general private practice office. He IN HONOR OF KALPANA CHAWLA nation building and humanitarian policies and kept this practice for 19 years until 1979, success will demonstrate, to ourselves, and when he was appointed Director of the Santa HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. the rest of the world, that we can both win Rosa County Health Department. OF NEW JERSEY wars and transform societies. The three post- Over the course of his remarkable career, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES war initiatives of providing humanitarian assist- Dr. Sutton has continuously remained focused Friday, May 9, 2003 ance, restoring infrastructure, and establishing on helping to heal and improve the lives of an interim government, must commence and area residents. In 1978, he was a partner in Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to progress simultaneously. opening the Rehabilitation Institute of West thank the Co-Chairs of the India Caucus, my The Resolution I introduce today calls on Florida and I am proud to say that it remains colleagues JOE CROWLEY and JOE WILSON, for the President to request former President operating today as part of the West Florida holding a memorial today in the House of Jimmy Carter and members of the Carter Cen- Hospital system. In 1986, Dr. Sutton joined Representatives for Dr. Kalpana Chawla. ter to assist the ORHA in establishing an in- forces again with other local healthcare pro- It is with great sadness that we remember terim government in Iraq. Former President fessionals and created the Medical Assistance the tragic events of February 1, 2003. The Carter is uniquely qualified to forge a peaceful, Clinic in Milton. This clinic provided medical loss of seven astronauts on board the shuttle cooperative structure among Iraq’s political, care, to those who were unable to afford it, for Columbia leaves us with profound sadness religious, and ethnic factions. He has dedi- 12 years until it was forced to close by rising that cannot be expressed. cated himself to resolving conflicts and en- medical costs. Finally, just two years ago, in Dr. Kalpana Chawla in particular rep- hancing freedom and democracy throughout 2001, Dr. Sutton helped create the Santa resented much of the best that our world has the world. Rosa Community Clinic to provide primary to offer and I would like to pay special tribute Regardless of our opinions on the invasion healthcare services to residents in the sur- to her. Kalpana grew up in India and although of Iraq, we must keep the promises we made rounding community. she came from a small, rural area—her to the Iraqi people. U.S. and allied soldiers, ci- Upon his retirement, Dr. Sutton says it will charm, drive and dedication allowed her to vilians, and diplomats remain committed to be the people that he will miss most, both surpass all boundaries and develop into the what is certainly the most critical phase of Op- those he has helped serve and those he has fine astronaut that she was. eration Iraqi Freedom. I urge my colleagues to worked with. I feel confident in saying that it In reading interviews that Kalpana gave join me in supporting this Resolution to ensure is the people of Northwest Florida that will both before and during her mission on Colum- they have all the experience and expertise miss him more. bia, a portrait emerged of an intelligent, deter- available to help ensure their success. Mr. Speaker, I would like to offer my sincere mined woman, who managed a successful ca- f and heartfelt congratulations to my good friend reer, while at the same time being a devoted Dr. Elbert W. Sutton on his retirement from the daughter and wife. She helped open the door HONORING BURCH OIL COMPANY: Santa Rosa County Health Department. Very further for women in science and space explo- 75 YEARS OF SERVICE rarely does an individual have such a pro- ration careers, and I know the people of India, found impact on a single community as Dr. as all of us here today, will always hold a spe- HON. STENY H. HOYER Sutton has had on the First District of Florida. cial place in our heart for Kalpana. Those who OF MARYLAND For the past 43 years, he has dedicated him- were fortunate to know her personally will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES never forget her, and her legacy will live on. self towards helping the residents of North- Friday, May 9, 2003 west Florida and for that we will be forever f grateful. Mr. Speaker, on this occasion we Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION honor one of America’s greatest public serv- honor the Burch Oil Company, an excellent CALLING ON THE PRESIDENT TO ants. example of successful American entrepreneur- REQUEST FORMER PRESIDENT ship that has evolved to become a pillar of a f JIMMY CARTER TO ASSIST THE local community. I am proud to recognize my COMMEMORATING DUNNELLON’S ORHA good friends at Burch Oil Company who have BOOMTOWN DAYS been serving the citizens of Southern Mary- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS land since 1928 and are celebrating their sev- HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE OF FLORIDA enty-fifth anniversary this month. Whether it OF FLORIDA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has been supplying the services of vital oil re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sources or helping to serve the community, Friday, May 9, 2003 the Burch Oil Company has built a solid rep- Friday, May 9, 2003 Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I utation within the Southern Maryland commu- Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. rise today to introduce a Concurrent Resolu- nity. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate ‘‘Boom- tion designed to meet the most important Founded in May of 1928, by cousins S. Ber- town’’ days in Dunnellon in my Fifth Congres- promise we made to the people of Iraq—a nard Burch, Thaddeus Burch, and Thaddeus’ sional District of Florida. promise to help them become self-governing. son Joe Burch, the company quickly began to This festival is held each year in Dunnellon Rebuilding Iraq will be a daunting under- service the community’s gasoline, motor oil, to celbrate the history behind how the city of taking. The Office of Reconstruction and Hu- and, most important to the area at the time, Dunnellon came to be. manitarian Assistance has been established in kerosene needs. With the onset of the Great Mr. Speaker, the story of how Dunnellon Baghdad, and its leader, retired General Jay Depression many businesses failed, but Burch came to be is an interesting one, but not atypi- Garner, is responsible for coordinating human- Oil was able to steadily grow. cal of a town formed in the late 1880’s in this itarian assistance, restoring the nation’s infra- From the beginning of the company, the country. structure, and establishing an interim govern- Burch family took an active role in the commu- Dunnellon was created in 1887 and then ment. nity. S. Bernard Burch served as the chairman saw its population boom in 1889 affer phos- The ORHA is made up of retired generals for the Democratic State Central Committee phate was discovered there. The mining in- and diplomats, government technocrats, and and helped to establish the Mechanicsvllle

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.015 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E915 Volunteer Fire Department. Even during the tal River Middle School Cheerleaders, from my IN HONOR OF TERRI HAMILTON worst of times, such as the Great Storm of Fifth Congressional District of Florida, for win- BROWN 1933, the company delivered kerosene by skiff ning the national championship in their division to hard hit St. George Island. at a competition held in Orlando last month. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH After S. Bernard Burch’s death in May of The competition hosted more than 200 OF OHIO 1944, a new era began with his son, F. Elliott cheerleading squads from across the nation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Burch, Sr., who took over the reigns of the op- and truly was a venue for the best of the best Friday, May 9, 2003 eration and guided the company through a pe- to showcase their talents. riod of steady growth for several decades until Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in turning over the day-to-day duties to his two These seventh and eighth grade girls cap- honor and recognition of Terri Hamilton sons so he could devote more time to local tured the top honors in the small school divi- Brown, upon the occasion of her retirement as politics. Serving as St. Mary’s County Com- sion and brought to Citrus County the first na- Executive Director of the Cleveland Metropoli- missioner President from 1962 to 1970, F. El- tional championship trophy of any school, in tan Housing Authority (CMHA). liott, Sr. helped to steer St. Mary’s County any sport—ever. Ms. Brown’s significant impact on the CMHA through a period of important community in- The squad of 14 girls, led by Head Coach organization in less than 5 years has positively vestments, during a time when local govern- Irene Hupp and Assistant Coach Terry Yant, shifted the focus of housing in Cleveland ment was expanding to provide more services. has made the city of Crystal River, all of Citrus where it should be—on the people who seek Outstanding service and high quality prod- County and the entire state of Florida very and depend upon affordable housing in Cuya- ucts have been the hallmarks of the Burch Oil proud. I am immensely proud of them as well. hoga County. Her focus on revitalization, reor- Company since its founding by S. Bernard Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to honor ganization and renewal of the CMHA agency Burch in 1928; and on its 75th Anniversary, Amanda Bass, Marlana Camden, Tiffany Dan- helped to build bridges within our community four generations of the Burch family, with a iel, Nicole Davis, Katie Dicks, Sabrina to make available quality and affordable fifth soon to come of age, help to guide the Gonzales, Brittany Jones, Amber Lunginsland, homes for low-income families and individuals hardworking and dedicated employees that Amanda Mayor, Alyssa Parker, Hailey Rob- who are trying to break free of the devastating have helped to make this company successful. erts, Jilica Smith, Jacke Vivian, and Kylee cycle of poverty. In addition to their business success, they Zarro. Because of her leadership, integrity, and have been an integral component in helping to They have accomplished a remarkable feat outstanding ability to connect easily with oth- build St. Mary’s County through their selfless and deserve every accolade sent their way. I ers, the CMHA organization has been raised commitment and belief in also performing pub- am proud to honor them before this body this to new levels of administrative efficiency, inter- lic service to give back to the community in evening and am proud to have such motivated community partnership, accountability and true which they live. Today Burch Oil Company is hard working young people call my district achievement that can be readily seen along led by F. Elliott (Sonny) Burch, Jr. and his home. our city streets. Ms. Brown’s persistence, ex- brother Donald (Buddy) Burch, who have set pertise and complete commitment on behalf of their own high standard for community involve- CMHA has produced profound strides in allow- f ment, supported by 300 plus employees who ing CMHA to carry out its goals and mission carry on that proud tradition. SERVICEMEMBERS CIVIL RELIEF as never before. On behalf of the citizens of St. Mary’s, ACT Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me Charles, and Calvert Counties, it is a great in honor and recognition of Terri Hamilton privilege to honor the Burch Oil Company for Brown whose vision, hard work and dedication SPEECH OF reaching the milestone of 75 years in serving on behalf of CMHA and all the people it the community of Southern Maryland. I ask my HON. TOM UDALL serves has left an indelible and significant im- colleagues to join me in saluting a great ex- pact upon our community. Ms. Brown has re- OF NEW MEXICO ample of American enterprise at its best. This built the foundation of a housing agency that company has been successful by its commu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES successfully serves our most vulnerable citi- nity, but continues to plough back its dividends Wednesday, May 7, 2003 zens, and her work will have a lasting impact every day through its public service. Congratu- on every CMHA tenant and our entire Cleve- lations to members of the Burch family and Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I land neighborhood for years to come. Please their employees and we wish you another 75 rise today in support of H.R. 100, of which I join me in wishing Ms. Brown our very best as years of quality and reliable service to our am proud to be a cosponsor. Considering the she moves on to new challenges as Executive community. hundreds of thousands of people serving our Director of University Circle Incorporated in f country around the world and the many active Cleveland. duty servicemembers currently returning from f PERSONAL EXPLANATION the Middle East, this is a very timely bill. As a member of the House Veterans’ Affairs WHERE ARE THE DETAILS OF NEW HON. GENE GREEN Committee, I support strengthening legal pro- FCC REGULATIONS? OF TEXAS tections for those on active duty in the armed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES forces. Just as we depend on them to defend HON. JOE BARTON Friday, May 9, 2003 our country, they depend on us to provide fair OF TEXAS Mr. GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on and updated benefits and services. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 1, 2003, I regret that I missed This bill updates laws in place to protect Friday, May 9, 2003 the vote for rollcall 158, the vote on final pas- servicemembers from being harmed in civil, fi- Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, more sage for H.R. 1258, the United States Leader- nancial, or legal proceedings. All too often I than 2 months ago Federal Communications ship Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Ma- hear stories of deployed soldiers receiving Commission voted 3–2 on changes to the laria Act of 2003. I would like the record to re- calls from family that they cannot afford to pay local telephone competition provisions of 1996 flect that, had I been present, I would have rent and will face eviction, or that debt is piling Telecommunications Act. This ‘‘Triennial Re- voted ‘‘aye’’ on this legislation. up, or that the family cannot break a lease in view’’ is required of this agency by the law we f order to move to a more affordable home. passed. This bill, which has the support of many vet- CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CRYS- There has got a better way to regulate our erans groups and military organizations, as TAL RIVER MIDDLE SCHOOL Nation’s telecommunications industry right well as the legal community, would help fix CHEERLEADING SQUAD now it is in nothing but a tailspin. The FCCs those dire situations for those serving in active recent Triennial Review ruling has had many duty and their families. unfortunate portions, and clearly cannot be HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE I am pleased to vote in favor of providing what the Supreme Court was expecting when OF FLORIDA these overdue protections revisions. The pas- it remanded the FCCs earlier decision. They IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sage of H.R. 100 will be a testament to our seem to allow some companies the ability to Friday, May 9, 2003 men and women in uniform—and their fami- provide telephone and Internet services across Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of Florida. Mr. lies—that their country supports and applauds the nation with minimal investment, and mini- Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Crys- their courageous service. mal technicians and employees.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.019 E09PT1 E916 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 Unfortunately, after 2 months, no one, in- TRIBUTE TO THE SAN FERNANDO EXPRESSING NEED FOR FURTHER cluding the FCC, has seen the final details of VALLEY’S HEROES IN LAW EN- ACTION BY FCC FOLLOWING TRI- these new regulations. FORCEMENT ENNIAL REVIEW Mr. Speaker, how can regulators vote on provisions that they themselves have not HON. BRAD SHERMAN HON. RALPH M. HALL seen? The internal turf battles within this OF CALIFORNIA OF TEXAS agency go far beyond the walls of the Portals. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES While bureaucrats argue over how many an- Friday, May 9, 2003 Friday, May 9, 2003 gels can sit on the head of a pin, real people Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in this industry are being harmed. Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to five outstanding members of our speak to the Federal Communications Com- Since January 2000, over 600,000 jobs law enforcement and firefighter communities. mission’s Triennial Review of the 1996 Tele- have been lost in the telecommunications in- Bradley C. Thompson, Michael Jensen, Jim communications Act adopted over two months dustry, most due to a failed policy of former Pollock, Brian Brown, and Edward Lee Teter ago on February 20, 2003. Chairman Reed Hundt who tried to create arti- will be honored tonight at the Valley Commu- Today, the telecommunications industry ficial local competition. nity Legal Foundation of the San Fernando waits for some certainty and clarity regarding Valley Bar Association ‘‘Law Day Dinner’’ hon- Since the vote by the FCC on February these new rules adopted by the FCC. These oring ‘‘Heroes in Law Enforcement.’’ Each of 20th, many more jobs have been lost. Delay rules, dealing with local telephone competition, these fine men have dedicated their lives to in issuing regulations by the FCC only con- have yet to be put to paper so that the af- the service of the San Fernando Valley and tinues this ‘‘meltdown’’ of one of our premiere fected companies can review the order and leave a legacy of heroism for all to admire. make business plans accordingly. growth industries. Deputy Bradley C. Thompson of the Los An- The telecommunications sector of our econ- I for one do not condone this bureaucratic geles County Sheriff’s Department distin- omy is hemorrhaging. Lost jobs, reduced cap- delay and would hope that the FCC drastically guished himself last December when he fear- ital investment and loss of investor confidence changes its initial ruling from last February. lessly rescued a driver from a burning vehicle. Deputy Thompson observed a passenger van have affected nearly every company in this sector. The lack of clarity, as to these new f engulfed in flames on December 10 and im- mediately responded. Bradley selflessly pro- rules, is prolonging this downward spiral. WELCOMING USS ‘‘LINCOLN’’ HOME ceeded into the fire and ultimately freed the Mr. Speaker, I urge the Commission to act driver, undoubtedly saving his life. His heroism on this issue and do it as soon as possible. is truly admirable. This sector is too important to be left on hold. HON. RICK LARSEN Los Angeles Police Detective Michael Jen- f sen has excelled at his job since joining the OF WASHINGTON COMMENDING THE WE THE PEO- force in 1972. Michael ascended to the rank of PLE . . . THE CITIZEN AND THE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Detective in North Hollywood. In that role, Offi- CONSTITUTION PROGRAM AND cer Jensen has become a mentor for the divi- INCLINE HIGH SCHOOL Friday, May 9, 2003 sion and has solved many critical cases. Mi- Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I chael continues to lead his fellow officers in the Valley and has proven to be an excep- HON. JIM GIBBONS rise today to honor the women and men on OF NEVADA board the USS Abraham Lincoln. tional asset to our law enforcement commu- nity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES For nearly ten months the sailors on board City of San Fernando Police Detective Jim Friday, May 9, 2003 the Lincoln have been engaged in protecting Pollock began solving narcotics cases in 1979. our homeland. During their deployment—the He has become a vital liaison between local Mr. GIBBONS. Mr. Speaker, On April 26– longest deployment for an aircraft carrier in 30 law enforcement and federal police agencies 28, 2003 more than 1200 students from years—the crew served courageously and such as the FBI, ATF, and DEA. Detective across the United States visited Washington, selflessly. The brave women and men aboard Pollock was nationally recognized in 1996 for D.C. to compete in the national finals of the the Lincoln have been embraced by a thankful his efforts to dismantle a large interstate drug We the People . . . The Citizen and the Con- nation. trafficking organization. Jim is invaluable to stitution program, the most extensive edu- our communities efforts to improve the lives of cational program in the country developed Having just returned from the Lincoln’s specifically to educate young people about the homecoming celebration, I can say without a San Fernando Valley residents. California Highway Patrol officer Brian Constitution and the Bill of Rights. doubt that the City of Everett and Snohomish I am proud to announce that for the second County are happy to have the sailors home. Brown began assignment in the West Valley in 1998. Over the past five years, Officer Brown year in a row the class from Incline High While seeing them on national television gave School from Incline Village represented the me and our nation hope, seeing them in per- has served the Ventura Freeway corridor with bravery. This past January, Brian happened State of Nevada in this national event. These son with their families was even more inspira- young scholars worked diligently to reach the tional. upon a serious accident involving a burning car that had left the roadway. Officer Brown national finals for the second straight year and I want to thank every one of those sailors made several attempts to free the driver from through their experience gained a deep knowl- today for their service, and I also want to the perilous wreck. For his efforts, Brian has edge and understanding of the fundamental thank their families for their service, even been rightly nominated for the Medal of Valor. principles and values of our constitutional de- though it is a different kind of service. The Los Angeles City Fire Fighter Edward Lee mocracy. sailors and their families sacrificed for this Teter has served Pacoima from Fire Station The 3-day national competition is modeled country. We owe them a debt of gratitude. 98 since 1982. His engineering skills and lead- after hearings in the United States Congress. While our technology and know-how far sur- ership have been tremendous assets to the The hearings consist of oral presentations by passed our opponent’s, the true success of Fire Department and the East Valley. Ed has high school students before a panel of adult Operation Iraqi Freedom was due to the also volunteered his time and efforts to help judges on constitutional topics. The students’ women and men who volunteered for this rebuild an orphanage in Tijuana, Mexico. Mr. testimony is followed by a period of ques- service. Their commitment, dedication, brav- Teter mentors many firefighters in his station tioning by the judges who probe their depth of ery, and willingness to serve are what define and was recently recognized as ‘‘Officer of the understanding and ability to apply their con- our military might. Year’’ for his unselfish service. stitutional knowledge. Mr. Speaker, please join me in commending Administered by the Center for Civic Edu- To those who served on this historic sailing these fine individuals on their exemplary work cation, the We the People . . . program has of the USS Abraham Lincoln, I say: You have for San Fernando Valley residents. Each of provided curricular materials at upper elemen- done your job and you have done it well. Our them has set a standard for leadership and tary, middle, and high school levels for more nation thanks you. dedication we can all aspire to. It is my privi- than 26.5 million students nationwide. The I am honored to be their Representative in lege to join the San Fernando Valley Bar As- program provides students with a working Congress. I thank the Speaker for allowing me sociation in recognizing our wealth of out- knowledge of our Constitution, Bill of Rights, to speak on the floor today. standing police and fire officers. and the principles of democratic government.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.024 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E917 Members of Congress and their staff enhance sellers of telecommunications assets a tax de- Whereas Rocco, thus far in the season, has the program by discussing current constitu- ferral when those assets are bought for cash a spectacular batting average of .364, with 40 tional issues with students and teachers and by certain small businesses. And it would pro- hits and 20 runs batted in; now, therefore be it by participating in other educational activities. vide investors an incentive to consider certain Resolved, That this House of Representa- It is inspiring to see these young people ad- small businesses by providing a reduction in tives of the State of Rhode Island and Provi- vocate the fundamental ideals of our govern- tax on gains from investing in these compa- dence Plantations hereby congratulates ment. It is important for our next generation to nies. Rocco Baldelli for setting this new Major understand these values and principles which Former Chairman Kennard once eloquently League Baseball record and wishes him a we hold as standards in our endeavor to pre- stated that ‘‘ACCESS’’ is the civil rights of the spectacular baseball career and future induc- serve and realize the promise of our constitu- 21st century. I believe the Telecommuni- tion into the Major 16 League Baseball Hall tional democracy. cations Ownership Diversification Act em- of Fame. In addition, I would like to recognize the bodies the essence of this statement by mak- f commitment and support received from all of ing economically disadvantaged small busi- INTRODUCTION OF THE NURSE Incline Village, community organizations and ness owners not only consumers of tech- EDUCATION PROMOTION ACT parents. Individually, Bob Heilig, a community nology but also producers of technology. I volunteer, has helped out a great deal with the hope that all my colleagues will join me in students in the program. Judy Simpson, the supporting this important initiative. HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO State Coordinator of the program, and Daniel f OF MASSACHUSETTS Wong, the district Coordinator of the Program IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO MR. ROCCO BALDELLI have also contributed countless hours into Friday, May 9, 2003 making these students better citizens. It is also important that we recognize the HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to participants of this program individually. I OF RHODE ISLAND recognize National Nurses Week and honor would like to commend David Allison, Rochelle IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the essential work that America’s nurses do every day. It is important to raise public Comeaux, Ashley Hanna, Kristi Cole, David Friday, May 9, 2003 Gregory, Jonathan Shoop, Meghan Flanders, awareness of the value of nursing and to help Daniel Herr, Danny St. John, Betsy McCann, Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- educate the public about the vital roles nurses Lee Rogers, Britt Van Hees, Elliot Becker, Ali er, I rise today to recognize native Rhode Is- play in meeting the health care needs of the Deroche, Jamie Ellsworth, Brooke Downey, lander, Mr. Rocco Baldelli, of the Tampa Bay American people. Nurses constitute the na- Erin Myrmel, and Meredith Tiras for their hard Devil Rays, and his accomplishments during tion’s largest group of heath care profes- work and tireless dedication. this past month of April. As a rookie this sea- sionals. They serve in hospitals, nursing The class from Incline High School diligently son, Rocco has demonstrated his baseball homes, schools, managed care facilities and conducted research and prepared for their savvy and athleticism while drawing on experi- community health centers, and their work is in- participation in the national competition. I ence from his outstanding high school career valuable. again commend these young ‘‘constitutional at the Bishop Hendricken High School. We Unfortunately, fewer and fewer people are experts’’ on their work for and commitment to hope that this achievement serves as an inspi- choosing nursing as a career. In recognition of the We the People . . . national finals. They ration to Rhode Islanders of all ages. National Nurses Week, I am pleased to join represent the future leaders of our Nation. The Devil Rays’s 6th pick in the first round my friend and colleague Congressman ERNIE of the Major League Baseball draft, this FLETCHER in introducing important legislation f centerfielder recently, on April 30th, hit his first that helps address the nursing shortage by en- TELECOMMUNICATIONS OWNER- home run in the major leagues against the couraging students to enter the profession. SHIP DIVERSIFICATION ACT OF Minnesota Twins. This day also marked a spe- According to the General Accounting Office, 2003 cial occasion, as Rocco’s fortieth home run set between 1993 and 1996 enrollments at two- a record for the most runs hit by a rookie in year associate nursing degree programs HON. BOBBY L. RUSH the month of April. He now has a fantastic bat- dropped 11 percent, while enrollments at ting average of .364 with 40 hits, and 20 runs OF ILLINOIS three-year diploma programs dropped more batted in. As the House Resolution from the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than 40 percent. Between 1995 and 1998, en- Rhode Island General Assembly I’ve included rollments at four-year bachelors programs Friday, May 9, 2003 notes, Rocco reminds spectators of a young dropped 19 percent. Even so, the demand for Mr. RUSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in- Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio, or Willie Mays. qualified nurses is increasing, and it will only troduce the Telecommunications Ownership I congratulate Rocco on his spectacular grow as the baby boomers retire. The Bureau Diversification Act of 2003. This bill would achievements so far this season, and look for- of Labor Statistics projects that more than one level the playing field so that economically dis- ward to following his continued success. million new nurses will be needed by the year advantage businesses owners could enter the [H. 6396: State of Rhode Island, in General 2010. communications field. As you know, since the Assembly, January Session, A.D. 2003] This crisis threatens to compromise the passage of the 1996 Telecommunications Act HOUSE RESOLUTION CONGRATULATING NATIVE quality of healthcare in this country. The De- there has been an unprecedented growth in RHODE ISLANDER ROCCO BALDELLI FOR SET- partment of Health and Human Services re- the Telecom sector, which has often been re- TING THE MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL RECORD ports that there is a ‘‘strong and consistent re- FOR MOST HITS BY A ROOKIE IN THE MONTH ferred to as the telecommunications revolution. lationship’’ between nurse staffing and patient OF APRIL However, conspicuously absent from this revo- health. The GAO reports that between 2000 Introduced By: Representatives T Brien, lution has been minority and economically dis- Reilly, Menard, Laroche, and Murphy. and 2030, the group of Americans who are 65 advantage business owners. They have in es- Date Introduced: May 1, 2003. years of age and older will double. At the sence been left on the fringes of this tele- Referred To: House read and passed. same time, the number of women between 25 communications revolution. There are many Whereas, Rocco Baldelli was a standout and 54—the group that traditionally comprises factors attributed to this lack of participation baseball player for Bishop Hendricken High most of the nursing workforce—is expected to but chief among them is the lack of capital. and was the 6th player chosen in the first remain the same. Mr. Speaker, today, more round of the Major League Baseball draft by than ever before, we need nurses to care for Because entry into the telecommunications Tampa Bay Devil Rays; and field is extremely capital intensive, many de- Whereas, Rocco plays centerfield and his our seniors. Unless we create incentives and serving, well qualified small business owners athleticism and baseball savvy reminds folks opportunities for men and women to choose have been denied entry into this vital sector of a young Mickey Mantle, Joe DiMaggio or nursing as a career, this country will face a because they lack access to the needed cap- Willie Mays; and crisis in the next ten years. ital to compete with large companies. Whereas, On April 30, 2003 Rocco not only To help address this problem, Congressman My bill would remedy this problem by mak- hit his first Major League home run against ERNIE FLETCHER and I are introducing the bi- ing minor changes to the existing tax code, so the Minnesota Twins, but his home run also partisan Nurse Education Promotion Act. Our set the Major League Baseball record for that individuals who are currently under-rep- most hits by a rookie in the month of April, bill addresses the nursing shortage in a num- resented in the ownership of telecommuni- with 40; and ber of important ways. First, it establishes a cations would be able to compete on an equal Whereas Rocco broke the record of 39 pre- competitive grant program for associate de- footing with large companies. It would provide viously held by Seattle’s Ichiro Suzuki; and gree nursing schools to be used for nursing

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.028 E09PT1 E918 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 student recruitment, student scholarships, and As Assistant Director for Recruitment at New has truly distinguished himself throughout an the hiring of faculty. Jersey Institute of Technology’s Educational extraordinary career in which he has served Second, the bill establishes a competitive Opportunity Program, Mr. Ontaneda continues as a leader in the field of secondary education grant program for professional nurses associa- to demonstrate his commitment to increasing or almost four decades. During this time he tions, so that they may create and administer educational opportunities and helping students has been an educator, coach, and mentor to continuing education programs in cooperation attain their dreams. He was recently the recipi- thousands of students and colleagues. with area hospitals and higher education insti- ent of the Society of Hispanic Professional En- For the last quarter century, William Polk tutions. gineers Eastern Technical Career Conference has served with distinction as the headmaster The nurses associations would coordinate Higher Education Award. of the Groton School in Groton, Massachu- class work at a central location for which Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in setts, one of the most rigorous and respected nurses could receive college credit towards a honoring the achievements of Mr. Ontaneda secondary schools anywhere in the world. BSN or equivalent degree and/or training in an and the talented students of the Hispanic Or- This spring, he will preside over his final grad- understaffed and critical nursing specialty. The ganization of Students in Technology/Society uation ceremony before he and his wife, clinical portion of the continuing education of Hispanic Professional Engineers at New LuAnn, start their new life in Cambridge, Mas- could be done at any of the participating hos- Jersey Institute of Technology. I applaud their sachusetts, in what will no doubt be a very ac- pitals. dedication and their success, and wish them tive retirement. While we support other legislation to allevi- the best as they head towards an already William Polk led the Groton School—his ate the nursing shortage, we believe that by bright future. alma mater as well as that of President Frank- lin Delano Roosevelt, Governor and Ambas- focusing on the two-year schools our bill gets f nurses into the field more quickly. By providing sador Averell Harriman, countless leaders in money for continuing education, we hope to THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION every walk of American life, and several distin- ensure that nurses are able to meet the OF ALL SAINTS EPISCOPAL guished members of this body—with extraor- changing and increasingly complex demands CHURCH IN TOLEDO, OHIO dinary wisdom and compassion throughout his of our healthcare system. As we celebrate Na- tenure as Headmaster. His leadership helped tional Nurses Week, we hope our colleagues HON. MARCY KAPTUR assure that Groton’s transition to a co-edu- will join us in our efforts to alleviate the nurs- OF OHIO cational environment was successfully com- pleted; helped usher the School through the ing shortage and head off a major healthcare IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES crisis that is just on the horizon. onset of the digital age; and oversaw its entry Friday, May 9, 2003 f into a new century. Fully half of the thousands Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, Saturday, May of living Groton alumni know William Polk as IN HONOR OF THE HISPANIC OR- 31, 2003 begins the centennial celebration of their headmaster. GANIZATION OF STUDENTS IN All Saints Episcopal Church in Toledo, Ohio. I A Phi Beta Kappa graduate of Trinity Col- TECHNOLOGY/SOCIETY OF HIS- am pleased to commemorate this momentous lege, William Polk is an accomplished theolo- PANIC PROFESSIONAL ENGI- and joyous occasion by sharing it with my col- gian who earned a Master of Divinity degree NEERS AT NEW JERSEY INSTI- leagues and for inclusion in the CONGRES- at Union theological Seminary after receiving a TUTE OF TECHNOLOGY SIONAL RECORD. Rockefeller Fellowship. He has excelled in all On June 3, 1903, five people under the the many roles in which he has served HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ leadership of Reverend William A. Grier found- throughout his career—as a headmaster, OF NEW JERSEY ed the church as an Episcopal Mission teacher, theologian, coach, student, husband, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Church. It was the only Negro Mission in the father, athlete and role model for thousands of Toledo Episcopal Region. The church became young men and women. William Polk truly em- Friday, May 9, 2003 a parish of its own in 1952. Since then, it has bodies the Groton Scholl motto: ‘‘To Serve Is Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today grown and remained a neighborhood anchor. to Reign.’’ to honor the Hispanic Organization of Stu- It even experienced a rebirth in the last dec- Mr. Speaker, I know that my colleagues will dents in Technology (HOST), the student ade, with a new sanctuary and office in 1998, join me and two distinguished alumni of the chapter of the Society of Hispanic Professional and a new parish hall in 2002. Groton School, the Honorable BOBBY SCOTT Engineers (SHPE) at the New Jersey Institute In addition to its celebration dinner, the and the Honorable JIM COOPER, in recognizing of Technology (NJIT). They were honored for church has invited the members of neigh- the extraordinary achievements and contribu- their outstanding achievements at the HOST/ boring churches to spend an evening with tions to American life made by Mr. William SHPE Gala Banquet on April 30, 2003. them in prayer, song, and scripture. On Tues- Mecklenburg Polk. The Hispanic Organization of Students in day, June 3, All Saints will observe its 100th He is indeed an American of whom all of Technology/Society of Hispanic Professional birthday with a Holy Eucharist Service. our colleagues and all Americans should be Engineers represents a group of extremely tal- As it has since its founding 100 years ago, very proud. ented and dedicated students, who, at a All Saints Episcopal Church continues to fol- f young age, have already shown amazing low the words of Matthew 5:16, ‘‘Let your light IN MEMORY OF CONGRESSMAN promise and success. Under the leadership of so shine before men, that they may see your JOHN G. DOW Student President Danial Calles, HOST/SHPE good works, and glorify your Father which is attained the second highest membership of a in Heaven.’’ It remains a beacon of hope and Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers HON. MAURICE D. HINCHEY a sanctuary of praise while its congregants OF NEW YORK student chapter nationwide and was respon- forge ahead on a path begun a century ago IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sible for the third-highest attendance to the and built upon through successive genera- 2002 Society of Hispanic Professional Engi- tions. We congratulate All Saints on reaching Friday, May 9, 2003 neers Eastern Technical Career Conference. this milestone, and look forward to its life and Mr. HINCHEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Moises Cordero, Daniel Nunez, and Randy work in a new century. memorialize a distinguished former Member of Weston, three students who form the Web f this chamber, Congressman John G. Dow, Site Competition Team, made new strides for who represented the lower Hudson Valley re- New Jersey Institute of Technology and for as- IN RECOGNITION OF MR. WILLIAM gion of New York in the 89th, 90th and 92nd piring students when they won first place for MECKLENBURG POLK Congresses. Congressman Dow passed away the first ever Web Site Competition at the on March 11, just two months shy of his nine- 2002 Society of Hispanic Professional Engi- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY ty-eighth birthday. neers Eastern Technical Career Conference. OF NEW YORK I had the privilege to know Congressman Their success illustrates not only the strength IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dow during my early career in politics. Others of NJIT, but the drive and potential of these considered him a maverick, but I admired his promising students. Friday, May 9, 2003 courage, his honesty and his integrity. From Under the guidance of Carlomango Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I ask my col- his first days as a member of this chamber, he Ontaneda, the SHPE chapter advisor at NJIT leagues to join me honoring Mr. William Meck- distinguished himself by taking principled has helped to empower many promising stu- lenburg Polk, who has made outstanding con- stands on the issues, even though his stances dents achieve their goals at NJIT and beyond. tributions to American society. William Polk endangered his political future.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.031 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E919 Most famously, he is remembered as one of ponent and stalwart activist opposing the was coming apart. Throughout the latter half only seven Members to take a stand against Reagan Administration’s defense policies. He of the Cold War, the Soviet and the US camps the escalation of the Vietnam War, voting to continued to argue aggressively that out of had achieved mutually assured destruction ca- end funding for military operations in Vietnam control military spending was hurting the econ- pability, which had resulted in an uneasy yet in 1965. In one of the first votes he cast in the omy and denying Americans adequate health stable security with regard to our nuclear arse- House he bucked his party and the very pop- care and education. nals. The enemy was clear and identifiable. ular president who had been largely respon- Throughout his long and full life, John Dow However, the demise of the Soviet empire sible for Dow’s election. never failed to be on the side of peace, justice ushered in a new post-Cold War period with It would not be until many years later that and economic opportunity for all. He devoted unclear and unidentifiable threats, and a new Dow’s vote and his activism against the Viet- his life to these principles and stuck to them and very real sense of urgency, instability and nam War would be regarded as prescient. As even when it was not politically convenient to insecurity. a local editorial writer pointed out some years do so. His moral compass never strayed and At this critical juncture, Congress estab- after the controversial vote, ‘‘Dow was a dove his compassion for others never wavered. For lished the Nunn-Lugar Cooperative Threat Re- from the start, not one who evolved to the me, he embodied the highest ideals of rep- duction (CTR) program in 1991, authorizing point of view.’’ resentation in this body. the use of Defense Department funds to assist No less important was Dow’s strong stance I believe Congressman Dow’s former col- with the safe and secure transportation, stor- against the constitutional amendment to pro- league and esteemed veteran of this body, the age, and dismantlement of nuclear, chemical hibit burning the American flag. Dow wisely ar- late Congressman Morris Udall (D-Ariz) said it and other weapons in the former Soviet Union. gued that such an amendment would actually best: ‘‘Vigorous, kind, candid, honest with him- In the ten years since, while much has been amend the Constitution twice—by adding a self, his constituents and his colleagues—John done to dismantle Russia’s and the former So- new amendment and by curtailing the freedom Dow is a most remarkable man and public viet Republics’ nuclear weapons, the dangers of speech and expression guaranteed in the service. I am proud to be his friend.’’ persist, and in some cases have increased. First Amendment, that amendment which was f In addition to the traditional nuclear weap- most prized by our founding fathers. Ulti- ons and materials concerns in the former So- mately, that vote cost him re-election in 1968, PERSONAL EXPLANATION viet Union, there are new and emerging but I cannot imagine a more honorable way to threats from nuclear proliferators such as lose one’s seat in Congress than in defense of HON. BETTY McCOLLUM North Korea, Pakistan, and China, as well as the integrity of our Constitution. OF MINNESOTA Libya, Iran, Iraq, and stateless terrorist organi- During his first two consecutive terms in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES zations headed by individuals such as Osama House, from 1965 to 1969, Congressman Dow Bin Laden, that are actively in search of their supported some of the most important legisla- Friday, May 9, 2003 next deal on nuclear weapons technology and tion of his generation. He was an enthusiastic Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, components. It is this latter type of threat—the supporter of the Civil Rights movement, trav- May 6, 2003, I was unavoidably detained in unclear, mobile, and not easily identifiable eling to Jackson, Mississippi and Selma, Ala- my district and missed rollcall votes 159, 160, source of threat—that compels us to continue bama to appear with the Reverend Martin Lu- and 161. and increase our efforts to secure nuclear ther King, Jr. in support of the Civil Rights Act Had I been present, I would have voted weapons and materials wherever they may be of 1964 and Voting Rights Act of 1965, and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes 159, 160, and 161. found. fighting for funding for school integration f The world has changed, and with it so to plans. He worked hard for the passage of have the threats. We cannot afford to cut back Johnson’s Great Society programs, for the es- INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION on such worthwhile programs as Nunn-Lugar tablishment of rural and community develop- TO EXPAND DEFENSE DEPART- and other non-proliferation programs. There is ment programs for rural areas, and voted to MENT AUTHORITY FOR NUNN- much work to be done, and we must be in- provide minimum wage protection for farm LUGAR COOPERATIVE THREAT creasingly vigilant in an ever-changing world workers. Always, Dow argued that the military REDUCTION PROGRAMS with new threats that go far beyond nuclear buildup must not crowd out such critical do- weapons. mestic needs. HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF Significant progress has been made thus When New York voters returned him to the OF CALIFORNIA far, as reported in the May 2001 Cooperative House in the 1970 election, his committee as- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Threat Reduction Scorecard issued by the De- signments allowed him to shift his focus to- partment of Defense. With regard to the estab- Friday, May 9, 2003 ward foreign policy and environmental protec- lished CTR Baseline attributed to Russia tion. His record on human rights for peoples Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in- under the START process, the Nunn-Lugar around the world was without parallel, recom- troduce legislation that is of utmost importance program has successfully deactivated 5,504 of mending that foreign aid be directed toward to our national security and our future as a the 13,3000 Warheads; destroyed 423 of the ‘‘peaceful objectives . . . and not helping global community. My legislation will expand 1,473 ICBMs; eliminated 383 of the 831 ICBM other countries carry on war.’’ He fought the the Defense Department’s authority for Nunn- Silos; eliminated 85 of the 167 Bombers; de- Nixon Administration on bringing the Vietnam Lugar cooperative threat reduction programs stroyed 483 of the 487 Long-Range Nuclear conflict to a close, worked to increase funding outside of the former Soviet Union. My bill will ALCMs; eliminated 352 of the 728 SLBM for the Peace Corps, and sought trade restric- authorize efforts to dismantle and destroy nu- Launchers; eliminated 209 of the 936 SLBMs; tions on apartheid-era South Africa. Congress- clear, chemical, and other weapons of mass destroyed 19 of the 48 SSBNs; and sealed all man Dow was also instrumental in strength- destruction in nations such as Pakistan, India, 194 Nuclear Test Tunnels. In addition, ening the Federal Environmental Pesticide Act North Korea, China, Iran, and Iraq. These pro- Ukraine, Kazakhstan and Belarus—the three of 1971, which was reported out of the Agri- grams have a single objective: to reduce former Soviet nuclear powerhouses—are nu- culture Committee riddled with loopholes to stockpiles of nuclear (and non-nuclear) mate- clear weapons free, according to the Defense benefit polluters, and the Federal Water Pollu- rials in both military and nonmilitary facilities Threat Reduction Agency of the Department of tion Amendments of 1972. He introduced leg- that may be converted to weapons of mass Defense. islation to establish the Council for Environ- destruction to prevent such highly dangerous The Nunn-Lugar Cooperative Threat Reduc- mental Quality, to create a permanent House materials from being stolen or sold to terrorist tion program can and should be credited for committee on the environment, and to require organizations. significant achievements in reducing threats the federal government to use only recycled It is critical for our national security to en- from the former Soviet Union. However, con- paper. sure that terrorists do not have easy access to tinuing economic and social weaknesses in When Dow lost his bid for re-election in weapons of mass destruction, particularly nu- Russia, coupled with an eroding early warning 1972, he did not ease gently into retirement. clear weapons. Over a decade ago, the land- system, poorly secured Russian nuclear, bio- On the contrary, he remained just as active mark Nunn-Lugar cooperative threat reduction logical and chemical weapons and materials, and engaged in civic life as during his years legislation, the initiative of Senators Nunn and and poorly paid Russian weapons scientists in Congress. He ran for Congress three more Lugar, was signed into law. This initiative was and security personnel, increase the threat of times unsuccessfully, and then devoted his ef- born out of necessity to ensure that the nu- mass destruction on an unprecedented scale, forts to the burgeoning antinuclear movement. clear arsenal of the Soviet Union would not fall especially if they fall into the hands of terror- Through the early 1980s, he was a vocal op- into the wrong hands as the Soviet empire ists or rogue nations.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K09MY8.001 E09PT1 E920 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 Mr. Speaker, now more than ever we must which I represent, and I am pleased to have of prisoners, kidnaping, rape, and extortion of make a fundamental shift in the way we think the chance to join the members of Young civilians. According to official statistics, 2,800 about nuclear weapons, the spread of weap- Israel in saluting the important work of Lance persons are missing in Chechnya; mutilated ons of mass destruction, and our national se- Kawesch and Emily Stein. bodies of young Chechen males turn up al- curity. My bill will authorize the Department of f most daily. A representative of the respected Defense to expand their cooperative threat re- human rights organization Memorial reported duction programs outside of the former Soviet HUMAN RIGHTS IN BELARUS AND at a recent Helsinki Commission briefing that Union. CHECHNYA ‘‘one of the recent tendencies is to explode the corpses’’ in order to prevent identification. f HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH Needless to say, all of this is in clear violation URGING THE FCC TO RELEASE ITS OF NEW JERSEY of the Geneva Convention and the OSCE TRIENNIAL REVIEW Code of Conduct during internal conflicts. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES What’s left of the Chechen capital of Grozny HON. MICHAEL BILIRAKIS Friday, May 9, 2003 after Russian artillery shelling has been com- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, as pared to the ruins of Stalingrad in 1943. Ac- OF FLORIDA Co-Chairman of the Organization on Security cording to the U.N., there are 92,000 internally IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Cooperation in Europe, I have followed displaced persons forced to flee from the fight- Friday, May 9, 2003 with particular concern both the deadly climate ing, with around 17,000 living in tent camps in neighboring Ingushetia. Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in Chechnya and the deterioration of human rights in Belarus. Such violations of basic Chechen forces are not entirely blameless. address the inaction of the Federal Commu- There are credible reports of their executing nications Commission (FCC) regarding the Tri- human rights deserve focused criticism, and it is appropriate that the agenda of the United prisoners and using non-combatants as ennial Review of the 1996 Telecommuni- human shields. They have also assassinated cations Act adopted on February 20, 2003. Nations Commission on Human Rights in- cluded resolutions on each situation. pro-Moscow Chechen officials. The U.S. Gov- Mr. Speaker, regardless of where members On April 17, the U.N. Commission voted ernment has placed three militant groups in- come down on the issue of local telephone 23–14 with 16 abstentions to approve a U.S.- volved in the Chechen resistance on its list of competition, one thing is clear to all of us; NO cosponsored resolution urging the Belarusian terrorist groups. ONE has seen the order which was adopted authorities to investigate ‘‘fully and impartially’’ Still, is this an excuse for Russia’s savage more than two months ago. If the House of credible reports that senior government offi- war against the civilian population? Representatives considers legislation per- cials were involved in the disappearances in Despite all the documentation and eye- taining to this matter, we should have the ac- 1999 and 2000 of leading opposition figures witness testimony on egregious human rights tual document to review before we vote. and a journalist. violations committed in Chechnya, the Com- The FCC adopted rules dealing with local I have followed these cases closely and mission on Human Rights rejected by a vote telephone competition more than two months of 15–21 an even-handed European Union have become increasingly frustrated at the ago that have yet to be put to paper so that resolution expressing deep concern at the re- Belarusian regime’s intransigence in meaning- the affected companies can review the order, ported ongoing violations of international law fully investigating these disappearances. Here and the telecommunications industry is hem- in Chechnya. I note that the U.S. delegation in Washington and at OSCE Parliamentary orrhaging. Jobs, capital investment and inves- did not cosponsor the resolution, though it did Assembly meetings in Paris and Berlin, I have tor equity are being squandered at an unprec- support it when the measure came to a vote. had occasion to meet with the wives of the edented rate. This lack of clarity is prolonging We should not be surprised that China, Sudan disappeared. These meetings have been this downward spiral. Many have referred to and Zimbabwe voted against the resolution. I heart-wrenching. The cases of their hus- the chaos and uncertainty in the industry do find it disconcerting, though, that the dele- bands—who disappeared in 1999 and 2000 caused by this order. While some of this may gations of Armenia and Ukraine are in that and are presumed to have been murdered— be rhetoric, every day that goes by adds more less than distinguished company. offer a chilling glimpse into the nature of the credence to the fact that the delay in the re- Ambassador Jean Kirkpatrick, Head of the regime of Belarusian dictator Alexander lease of this order is detrimental to the tele- U.S. Delegation to the U.N. Commission Lukashenka, a regime that has the worst communications industry. noted: ‘‘The United States believes it important human rights record in Europe today. In Feb- that the Commission address the serious I urge the FCC to release its Triennial Re- ruary, I introduced H.R. 854, the Belarus De- view as soon as possible. human rights abuses that have occurred in mocracy Act, designed to bolster democratic Chechnya. We recognize Russia’s right to de- f development in that beleaguered country, and fend its territorial integrity and itself against I am pleased that the State Department au- YOUNG ISRAEL HONORS LANCE terrorism. The broader conflict in Chechnya thorization bill approved yesterday by the KAWESCH AND EMILY STEIN cannot be resolved militarily and requires a House International Relations Committee in- political solution. Human rights violations by cludes key provisions of the Belarus Democ- Russian forces in Chechnya need to be cur- HON. BARNEY FRANK racy Act. This bill encourages sanctions tailed, and abusers held accountable.’’ OF MASSACHUSETTS against the Belarusian regime until certain So the people of Chechnya continue to suf- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES conditions are met, including a full accounting fer, and the U.N. Commission on Human of these tragic disappearances. Friday, May 9, 2003 Rights looks the other way. The Belarusian people deserve to live in a Mr. FRANK. Mr. Speaker, on this coming society where democratic principles and f Sunday, May 11, Young Israel of Brookline, human rights are respected and the rule of PERSONAL EXPLANATION Massachusetts will honor Lance Kawesch and law is paramount, and I believe that the pas- Emily Stein, ‘‘for the years of excellent service, sage of the U.N. Human Rights Commission HON. XAVIER BECERRA tireless devotion and total dedication to Young resolution is an important step towards that OF CALIFORNIA Israel and our community.’’ end. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Kawesch and Ms. Stein joined Young Mr. Speaker, I wish I could report that the Israel shortly after their marriage, and have U.N. Commission on Human Rights had acted Friday, May 9, 2003 been hard working and valuable members of with equal conscience on the issue of Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, on April 29, the Congregation ever since. Lance has Chechnya. We all know the desperate human 2003 through May 1, 2003, due to medical served as President, and Emily is the Office rights situation in that war-torn region of the reasons, I was unable to cast my floor vote on Manager and Director of Operations. Between Russian Federation. Since the Chechen war rollcall Nos. 146 through 158. them, they have organized, supported, and reignited in 1999, international and domestic Had I been present for the votes, I would contributed to a wide range of the important Russian human rights organizations have doc- have voted ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall votes 146, 147, educational, religious, charitable and cultural umented the disproportionate and indiscrimi- 148, 150, and 158; and I would have voted activities which mark the work of Young Israel. nate use of force by elements of the Russian ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall votes 149, 151, 152, 153, Young Israel is a vibrant part of the district military, as well as extrajudicial killings, abuse 154, 155, 156, and 157.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.037 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E921 H.R. 1350—IMPROVING EDUCATION Most of you remember the story of the two This week, they made their domination of RESULTS FOR CHILDREN WITH Oregon City girls who disappeared on their Junior ROTC competitions complete by win- DISABILITIES ACT OF 2003 way to school last year: Ashley Pond in Janu- ning competitions against units from every ary and Miranda Gaddis in March. branch of the service. For the first time, both HON. TOM UDALL Months later after a lengthy search by law the armed and unarmed drill teams from Flour OF NEW MEXICO enforcement and the community, the entire Bluff won the all-service competition against Nation was horrified as the FBI and Oregon IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teams from all other military branches. City Police dug up the backyard of a home The 33 students from the Coastal Bend of Friday, May 9, 2003 neighboring their apartment complex to dis- Texas who won the competition of 4,000 stu- Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, I cover the girls’ bodies. dents on 155 teams were simply spectacular rise today in opposition to H.R. 1350. When Ashley and Miranda were just 13 years old at the All Service Grand National Champion- Congress made the leap to dramatically when their precious young lives ended in vio- ship competition in Daytona Beach, Fla. change the way the nation treats the edu- lence. I think of them often. Both young women and men have com- cation of disabled students in 1975 when it Throughout the last year, my staff and I peted for the championship—and both have created IDEA, it made a commitment to pro- have gotten to know Michelle Duffey, the won. The young women of Junior ROTC won viding a free, quality education to children who mother of Miranda. She has survived horrors the national title in 2000. The following year, previously had been neglected by the system. unimaginable except to those who have lived the young men took the championship. But This commitment to fund 40 percent of the ex- through this kind of terrible tragedy them- this year, they accomplished a new goal by cess cost of education for children with disabil- selves. Less than 1 year after learning of her both taking home the championship. ities was unprecedented. Six million children daughter’s fate, Michelle is trying to rebuild a They are judged on drills, precision march- who had once been forced to seek private life for herself and her family. ing, personal appearance and their knowledge education or forego education altogether were Just consider for a moment, that throughout regarding current events. While these are ex- given the opportunity that so many children her grieving process, Michelle has been rec- ceptional young people who are outstanding take for granted. At least, that was the idea. ognized in the grocery store and on the street. young leaders, they have a visionary example Unfortunately, this body has continued to She continues to be called upon for numerous of leadership in their unit Commander, neglect these children by refusing to fully fund media interviews. This sort of notoriety must Armando Solis. the program. Today we had the opportunity to be very, very hard for her and her family to Commander Solis has nurtured these teen- show these children, their parents, and their endure. And yet Michelle has taken that atten- agers through seven consecutive titles for the educators how serious we are about their edu- tion, gained some strength from the commu- Flour Bluff High School Navy Junior ROTC. It cation—but passing H.R. 1350 will be a failure nity’s support, and has used that courageously is largely through his dedicated guidance that to do that. Not only does the bill fail to fund to advocate on behalf of missing children and Flour Bluff’s Navy Junior ROTC has been ex- IDEA above the 18 percent we currently give their families. I admire her fortitude. And I tremely successful in their national competi- to the 40 percent Congress promised, but it greatly appreciate her public service. tions. actually sets back the education of children I will continue to stand by Michelle Duffey in I am particularly proud of these young peo- with disabilities. In fact, this bill weakens the her efforts to prevent this type of tragedy from ple under Commander Solis’ guidance. ROTC civil rights protections that were initially estab- happening to someone else’s child. is a feeder program for tomorrow’s officer Each year, nearly 800,000 children are re- lished with IDEA, undermines parental involve- corps, and there are a number of people who ported missing according to the U.S. Depart- ment and even creates the potential for dis- are serving us in uniform today who came ment of Justice’s Office of Juvenile Justice abled students to be punished for actions re- through this particular program, and from Jun- and Delinquency Prevention. This includes lated to their disabilities. When the Majority ior ROTC programs across the nation. children who run away, who are abducted by promises to leave no child behind, does it I ask my colleagues to join me today in family members and the most serious and make an exception for children with disabil- commending the Flour Bluff High School’s deadly kidnappings, those by strangers. I am ities? Navy Junior ROTC for their excellence. proud to be a member of the Missing Chil- Many groups, including the PTA, the Na- f tional Mental Health Association, and the Chil- dren’s Caucus that supported the passage of dren’s Defense Fund oppose this bill because the national AMBER Alert plan, that takes im- A BILL TO PERMANENTLY EX- it falls short of improving education for children portant steps to prevent such tragedies as TEND THE WORK OPPORTUNITY with disabilities. It has become clear that this happened in Oregon City. No legislation will AND WELFARE-TO-WORK TAX bill favors school administrators—not children, ever prevent 100 percent of the atrocious CREDITS AND IMPROVE THE parents, and the teachers who work so hard to crimes perpetrated against our Nation’s chil- PROGRAMS give disabled children an equitable education. dren, but it is up to us to try. Michelle Duffey I strongly support a good public education has been one of its strongest and best advo- HON. AMO HOUGHTON cates. for all children and I believe that every child is OF NEW YORK This Sunday, I will remember Miranda and entitled to the same. Those who passed IDEA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ashley’s mothers in my thoughts as we honor in 1975 shared that view, and they set a goal our Nation’s mothers. I ask you to keep in Friday, May 9, 2003 to give students with disabilities the treatment mind all the mothers across America who are and education they deserve. Unfortunately, Mr. HOUGHTON. Mr. Speaker, today I am missing their children at this time, and to offer this bill fails to live up to what the original au- joined by my colleague from New York, Mr. your thoughts and prayers for them and their thors of IDEA intended, and I must vote RANGEL, in introducing our bill, ‘‘Encouraging children. against it. However, I am committed to special Work Act of 2003.’’ The bill would permanently education and I will continue to work to pass f extend the Work Opportunity Tax Credit a bill that accomplishes the intended goals set NAVY JUNIOR ROTC (WOTC) and the Welfare-to-Work Credit (W– out under the original Act. t–W) and make other changes discussed below. Both programs are currently due to ex- f HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ pire on December 31, 2003. The credits are OF TEXAS REMEMBRANCE ON MOTHER’S DAY tax incentives designed to encourage employ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ers to hire public assistance recipients and HON. DARLENE HOOLEY Friday, May 9, 2003 other individuals with barriers to employment. OF OREGON Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise with pride They are important tools in our efforts to help IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to recognize an outstanding Navy Junior needy individuals become productive employ- ROTC from Corpus Christi, Texas, in my con- ees. Friday, May 9, 2003 gressional district. Improvements in the programs the past few Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, as The Flour Bluff High School’s Navy Junior years have made WOTC and W–t–W far more we approach the Mother’s Day weekend, I rise ROTC is easily the very best in the country, effective in providing employment, with train- today to remember the mothers of missing having won the national title among all Navy ing, for our nation’s disadvantaged. Such train- children, or mothers whose children’s lives Junior ROTC programs in the country for the ing can be costly and the credits provide an have tragically ended in violence. Our past seven years. So they are used to being incentive to employers to hire the disadvan- thoughts and prayers are with them. known as the ‘‘best of the best.’’ taged and provide the needed training while

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.042 E09PT1 E922 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 offsetting costs associated with the latter ef- We urge our colleagues to join us in co- Anthony Sitter can be very proud of his fort. sponsoring this important legislation to extend many accomplishments. He is a credit to his Of course, many believe the programs and improve the two programs. family, his school, and his community. By ac- would be even more successful if they could f cepting his appointment, Anthony is accepting a unique challenge. be extended indefinitely. We hear from both HONORING DELONE BRADFORD- The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership employers and state job services, which ad- GLOVER minister the programs, that the continued un- development for the United States Navy. As a certainty surrounding short-term extensions member of the U.S. Brigade of Midshipmen, impedes expanded participation and improve- HON. ROB BISHOP he will face a most demanding academic cur- ments in program administration. If the pro- OF UTAH riculum and physical regimen. He will live, grams were made permanent, employers, both IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES study and prepare in an environment where large and small, would be induced to expand Friday, May 9, 2003 strong leadership thrives, individual achieve- their recruitment efforts and encourage the Mr. BISHOP of Utah. Mr. Speaker, I stand ment is expected, and personal integrity is de- states to improve the administration of the pro- today to honor a tremendous individual and manded. grams. Such a change would benefit every- important representative of all who have Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. one. worked so hard to preserve historic sites once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain WOTC provides employers a 40-percent tax across the State of Utah. Delone Bradford- free and at peace depends in no small meas- credit on the first $6,000 of wages paid to Glover has devoted a remarkable amount of ure on whether we will continue to inspire our those from targeted groups who are working time, energy and heart to the noble cause of youth to serve.’’ at least 400 hours, or a partial credit of 25 preserving the Golden Spike National Historic I am confident that Anthony Sitter has the percent for those working 120–399 hours. W– Site. I wish to commend her unselfish devotion character and ability to excel at the U.S. Naval t–W provides employers a 35-percent tax and dedication. Academy. I ask my colleagues to join me in credit on the first $10,000 of wages for those Delone began working with Bernice Gibbs wishing him well as he begins his very impor- leaving welfare and working 400 hours in the Anderson over 50 years ago. Together they tant service to our Nation. first year. In the second year, the W–t–W were the champions of the preservation of the credit is 50 percent of the first $10,000 of Golden Spike. Delone was instrumental in as- f wages paid to qualifying employees. suring that the Last Spike Site at Promontory TRIBUTE TO ELIZABETH NEUFFER In addition to making the credits permanent, Summit received national recognition through our bill would simplify WOTC and W–t–W, as its inclusion in the National Park System. President Bush recommended in the Adminis- Delone was President of the Golden Spike As- HON. MARTIN T. MEEHAN tration’s FY 2004 budget, by combining them sociation for more than 25 years. In that time OF MASSACHUSETTS into one credit and making the rules for com- Delone had the tremendous responsibility of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES planning every anniversary celebration and puting credits simpler. Among other changes, Friday, May 9, 2003 the bill would expand the food stamp category event, including recruiting re-enactment partici- by increasing the age limit from 24 to 39 years pants and ceremony guests, until retiring as Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of age for members of food stamp households active President two years ago. Specifically pay tribute to a Elizabeth Neuffer, a Boston and residents of enterprise zones or renewal admirable was her work on the Centennial Globe journalist who died in a car accident communities (‘‘a designated community resi- Celebration in 1969 when she lobbied for the today while covering the conflict in Iraq. dent’’). The current ceiling of 24 limits the anniversary celebration to take place and Elizabeth was a well-respected journalist availability of individuals in these targeted cat- worked so hard to make it such a success. In with the Globe, New England’s largest daily egories. There are many individuals, over the 1994, Delone set out to save the Brigham City newspaper. During the 1980s, she won a rep- age of 24, who could be gainfully employed if Depot and it was her work that encouraged utation for courageous reporting for her work the age limit was expanded. Currently, the the Union Pacific Railroad to deed that land to on war crimes in the Balkans. She went on to programs do an excellent job of helping the Golden Spike Association on the 125th report from Rwanda after the genocide; from women on welfare enter into the workforce. Anniversary year. Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Iraq during the first Over 80 percent of the hires in the programs I take great pleasure in honoring this amaz- Gulf War; and from the Soviet Union during are women. However, men from welfare ing citizen for her service to the Golden Spike. the transition from Gorbachev to Yeltsin. households face a greater barrier to employ- Her selfless devotion has impacted and will Her most recent assignment was the United ment because they are no longer eligible for continue to effect countless generations of Nations, and after covering the war in Afghani- welfare once they turn 18. However, they can those in her community and the State of Utah stan, she underwent training for reporters to qualify up to age 24 if they are a member of as a whole. I would like to thank Delone Brad- be imbedded in Iraq and was helping to cover a household receiving food stamps or live in ford-Glover for truly being the ‘‘Heart of the the ongoing conflict with her colleagues at the an enterprise zone or renewal community. We Golden Spike.’’ Globe. She was passionate about covering the believe increasing the age limit to 39 will pro- f reconstruction effort, and at the time of her vide employers an incentive to hire more ‘‘at- RECOGNIZING ANTHONY K. SITTER death she was working on a story about ef- risk’’ males and provide them with a sense of ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE forts to remove the influence of the Ba’ath personal responsibility and self-esteem in as- U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY Party. suming their responsibilities as parents and Her unique perspective as a reporter cov- members of society. HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR ering the realities of genocide helped her More than 80 percent of the 2.2 million indi- transfer an abstract debate about war crimes OF OHIO viduals hired under the WOTC and W–t–W prosecution into a book, ‘‘The Key to My IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES programs were previously dependent on public Neighbor’s House: Seeking Justice in Bosnia assistance programs. However, during periods Friday, May 9, 2003 and Rwanda.’’ of slow economic growth and rising unemploy- Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great Among her many awards while serving as ment, employers have more hiring options. pride that I rise today to recognize my con- the Globe’s European bureau chief were the The jobs skills of those coming off welfare stituent, Anthony K. Sitter of Bowling Green, Courage in Journalism Award, as well as the today—many because they have reached their OH, who recently accepted his appointment to Edward R. Murrow Fellow of the Council on 5-year life time eligibility ceiling—are even less the U.S. Naval Academy. Foreign Relations. than the first generation that left the welfare Anthony will soon graduate from Bowling Elizabeth once said, ‘‘The truth may be haz- rolls. Because of the high cost of recruiting, Green High School. During his high school ca- ardous to those who tell it, but truth is not training, supervising low-skilled individuals, reer, he has maintained a 3.9 grade point av- dangerous, disinformation is. As I saw in Bos- many employers will look elsewhere for em- erage. He is an accomplished athlete, earning nia and Rwanda, it is propaganda that fans ployees if these programs are not renewed multiple varsity letters in swimming. And, he the flames of hatred.’’ before the end of the year. WOTC and W–t– has demonstrated his strong leadership ability, Elizabeth will be missed not only by her W are proven incentives for encouraging em- serving as class president and as a delegate family, friends, and those who loved her, but ployers to seek employees from the targeted to Buckeye Boys State. He is a member of the by those of us who had the privilege to work groups. National Honor Society. with her in the world of politics and journalism.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.045 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E923 A TRIBUTE TO LILLIE MAE EVANS state winners: Tarina Anderson, Kelly Burge, In addition to the funding provided in the bill, FEREBEE Rachel Burrell, Sam Christiansen, Kayleen this legislation also advances the so-called Copeland, Melissa Dangman, David Dobyns, ABC methodology for prevention: Abstinence, HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS Desirae Downing, Whitney Gochnour, Maggie Be Faithful, use Condoms—in that order. OF NEW YORK Hall, Holly Jones, Mallory Larson, Hana Apparently this is not enough for the right wing of the Republican Party. They will offer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Nedoma, Terra Rintelen, Brianna Savage, Jessica Silva, and Kyle Stanley. They com- amendments to make it an abstinence only Friday, May 9, 2003 peted in the national contest in Washington, bill. I urge this body to reject such proposals. Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of D.C., displaying their knowledge of the gov- Mr. HYDE has done a fantastic job in draft- Lillie Mae Evans Ferebee in recognition of her ernment institutions of the United States and ing a bill that should have broad bipartisan 100th birthday celebration and her commit- the ideals upon which our democratic form of support, and I commend him and thank him ment to her community. government is based. Their teacher, Cindy for his efforts. He has set forth a reasonable Lillie Mae Evans Ferebee, the eldest daugh- Wilson, also should be commended for her and sane program for prevention of HIV/AIDS, ter of the late Willie and Sarah Evans, was commitment to teaching Constitutional prin- and we should not let uncompromising ide- born on May 2, 1903 in Greenborough, Geor- ciples and instilling an appreciation for civic ology prevent us from saving the lives of mil- gia. She is the only child from a family of six participation in her students. lions of people. children. Mrs. Ferebee moved to New York in f f 1937 where she met and married her hus- RECOGNIZING THE AMERICAN LE- band, the late Livingston Ferebee. TRIBUTE TO DR. DOUGLAS R. GION AUXILIARY UNIT 364 Although God never blessed them with bio- JACKSON AWARD RECIPIENTS logical children, they raised many family mem- bers and neighborhood children who have HON. DAVE CAMP risen to become professionals throughout the OF MICHIGAN HON. TOM DAVIS great city of New York. The special gifts from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF VIRGINIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES God are her beloved daughter, Sharon Borno Friday, May 9, 2003 and her granddaughter, Yolanda Denise Tay- Friday, May 9, 2003 Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay lor. Mrs. Ferebee has been the mother of tribute to Dr. Douglas R. Jackson in celebra- Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I these ladies from the time of their births. tion of his 25th anniversary with the Commu- rise today to recognize an extraordinary group Many beautiful people are found in the Bor- nity Baptist Church. of men and women in Northern Virginia. This ough of Brooklyn, including Ms. Ferebee her- Dr. Jackson founded the Community Baptist year, members of the American Legion Auxil- self, who at the age of 100 years old resides Church in Saginaw, Michigan in 1981, and has iary Unit 364 in Woodbridge, Virginia have re- in the Brevoort Housing Development of the been the President of Michigan Association of ceived several awards and honors and several Bedford Stuyvesant community. Mrs. Ferebee Christian Schools since 1990. He is a board members are serving as officers at District and is affectionately known as ‘‘Duchess’’ to her member of the Independent Fundamental Department level. These accomplished individ- family. Baptist Association of Michigan and the Inter- uals are valued contributors to the Northern A retired supervisor with the federal govern- national Baptist Mission in Tempe, Arizona. Virginia community, and I commend them for ment at the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Mrs. Ferebee He is also chairman of the board at Maranatha their efforts. has lived her life with the axiom of helping Baptist Bible College in Watertown, Wisconsin, As the 2002–2003 16th District President, those who are unable to care for themselves. and treasurer of the board for Baptist World Barbara A. Stevenson presided over 11 Units She graduated and completed her early edu- Mission in Huntsville, Alabama. Dr. Jackson’s in the Northern Zone, Department of Virginia. cation in Greensborough, Georgia. Mrs. further accomplishments include his legislative Kara Byrd served as the Commander of Ferebee has traveled throughout the United lobbying for Christian education, and national Post 364 and was honored twice for her hard States as a motivational speaker. Prior to her recognition for the Michigan Association of work this year. She was the recipient of the retirement, Mrs. Ferebee administered care to Christian Schools. Department of Virginia Member of the Year many children in her neighborhood, enabling I am honored today to recognize Dr. Doug- Award for 2001–2002. She also earned the them to complete college and become busi- las R. Jackson for his many accomplishments, Kathleen Seefeldt Community Service Award ness and health professionals, lawyers, and and to wish him the best on the celebration of from the Dale City Civic Association. doctors. She has advocated on tenant issues his 25 years with the Community Baptist Devon Cabot served as Honorary Junior for over 30 (thirty) years in the Brevoort Devel- Church. Vice President, Southern Division for 2002– opment. Mrs. Ferebee has been well re- 2003. f spected for her role as captain of the Brevoort Laura Carruthers served as Department of Tenant Association. Over the years, she has PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Virginia Junior Secretary for 2002–2003. received numerous awards from the New York OF H.R. 1298, UNITED STATES Unit 364 Junior President Meaghan Cabot City Housing Authority, the Mt. Carmel Baptist LEADERSHIP AGAINST HIV/AIDS, received the Department of Virginia Junior Church, the Eastern Order, and many other TUBERCULOSIS, AND MALARIA Member of the Year Award for 2001–2002. community organizations. ACT OF 2003 Receiving the American Legion Auxiliary Mr. Speaker, I’d like to salute Ms. Lillie Mary National Award for the most outstanding Unit Evans Ferebee on her 100th birthday celebra- SPEECH OF Community Service Program in the Southern tion. She is truly a gift from God and an hon- HON. LORETTA SANCHEZ Division for 2001–2002 was Cathy Carruthers, also the Department of Virginia National Secu- est and virtuous woman! As such, she is more OF CALIFORNIA rity Chairman for 2002–2003. than worthy of receiving our recognition today. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I therefore urge my colleagues to join me in Another multiple award winner, Marcia Thursday, May 1, 2003 honoring this remarkable woman. Wheatley, served as Department of Virginia f Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. Legislative Chairman for 2002–2003. She was Speaker, I rise today to voice my support for chosen for the American Legion Auxiliary Na- OROFINO HIGH SCHOOL H.R. 1298, the United States Leadership tional Award for the most outstanding Unit Against HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis, and Malaria Legislative Program in the Southern Division HON. C.L. ‘‘BUTCH’’ OTTER Act of 2003. for 2001–2002 and also received the Cath- OF IDAHO This bill provides desperately needed funds erine Spellane Citizen of the Year Award pre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to combat the global HIV/AIDS pandemic, and sented by the Dale City Civic Association. we must act now. Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to take Friday, May 9, 2003 The fact that such a bill is before us today this opportunity to thank all the men and Mr. OTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac- is due to the efforts of grassroots organiza- women who serve the American Legion Auxil- knowledge and praise the students of the tions all over this country. I would like to per- iary Unit 364. Their constant efforts on behalf Orofino High School Government Class for sonally thank Thomas Peterson and the Aids of the community, state, and nation deserve participating in the ‘‘We the People: The Cit- Services Foundation of Orange County. Their our highest praise. I ask that my colleagues izen and the Constitution’’ national contest. efforts save lives, and I applaud their commit- join me in congratulating this group of extraor- The following students were recognized as the ment and compassion. dinary citizens.

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.049 E09PT1 E924 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 INTRODUCTION OF THE STRA- Council for Veterans (MACV), and in honor of We congratulate Cincinnati Art Museum Di- TEGIC MATERIALS ACT OF 2003 their receiving the National Coalition for rector Timothy Rub, his very capable staff and Homeless Veterans 2003 Outstanding Mem- the many supporters of the Art Museum in the HON. SCOTT McINNIS ber Award. Greater Cincinnati community for their vision OF COLORADO The Outstanding Member Award is pre- and commitment. This new wing commemo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sented annually to the coalition member that rates the rich tradition of the fine arts in Cin- cinnati and will be a magnificent to one of the Friday, May 9, 2003 demonstrates ‘‘exemplary commitment and service to American’s homeless veterans.’’ great art museums in America. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- Through a strong, collaborative partnership f ducing the Strategic Materials Act of 2003, with medical and veterans’ centers across HONORING THE CENTENNIAL AN- legislation that would ensure that we retain the Minnesota and an unmatched commitment to NIVERSARY OF KOREAN IMMI- ability and capacity to produce strategic met- the state’s homeless veterans population, the GRATION TO THE UNITED als, so important to our defense and many MACV has met and exceeded these qualifica- other vital industries in the United States. STATES tions. As a result, this award recognizes the I am a big supporter of free trade, but I also understand that the United States must take tremendous achievements the MACV has pro- HON. TOM DAVIS care that it does not become completely and vided for all Minnesota citizens. Since 1992, when it opened its first office in OF VIRGINIA totally dependent on another country for mate- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rials that could be vital to our defense. One my Congressional District, the MACV has Friday, May 9, 2003 such class of materials for which I believe we grown significantly. Today, the MACV oper- need to take care to maintain the capacity to ates eight transitional housing facilities Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I produce is the raw material used to make tita- throughout the state. By providing food, hous- would like to take this opportunity to congratu- nium, and other nickel-based alloys, that are ing, employment and school opportunities in a late the Centennial Committee of Korean Im- absolutely vital to maintaining our military, as structured, affordable program, the MACV rep- migration as they celebrate 100 years of Ko- well as important to our aerospace industry resents a model organization for other states rean immigration to the United States. and other areas of our economy as well. Let to replicate. A century ago, 102 Koreans immigrated to me be clear, as a supporter of free trade, I do As we celebrate the achievements of the Hawaii as sugar plantation workers, the lead- not suggest the U.S. erect barriers to the trade MACV and all our nation’s homeless assist- ers of a new wave of Korean immigration to of these materials, I just suggest that we ance programs, I urge my colleagues to re- the U.S. Today, the Korean-American commu- should not unilaterally dismantle and offer member the thousands of homeless veterans nity has grown to 2 million, making it the fifth preferences to the importation of these spe- across the United States that go without help largest Asian community in the U.S. Korean- cific materials. My bill will ensure that these each and every day. On any given night, Americans have overcome many challenges specific import-sensitive strategic materials are 275,000 veterans of the United States armed along the way; however, the success the Ko- not eligible for Generalized System of Pref- forces—including thousands in Minnesota— rean-American community currently enjoys is erences or GSP designation. are homeless, and many struggle with alcohol, largely due to the perseverance and hard work The GSP designation is designed to pro- drug and mental challenges. It is critical that of those first immigrants to Hawaii 100 years mote economic growth and development in we continue to support the efforts of those ago. designated developing countries, and I support who seek to provide these honorable veterans The United States has benefited greatly using trade as a means to stimulate a devel- with a better way-of-life. from the participation of the Korean-American oping country’s exports and economy. Trade I commend the Minnesota Assistance Coun- community in business, medicine, the arts and can be a better way to provide assistance, be- cil for Veterans and their staff for this award, many other fields. Moreover, the Korean- cause it helps to develop a country rather than and thank the thousands of people across the American community has flourished here. The just providing direct aid. That said, I have con- United States committed to helping our na- 11th District of Virginia exemplifies this sym- cerns that GSP is not appropriate for certain tion’s homeless veterans each and every day. biotic relationship, with a large and vibrant Ko- strategic materials, especially given that other f rean-American community making lasting con- countries already have significant market tributions to Northern Virginia. As the Rep- share in some of these materials. Extending CONGRATULATING THE CIN- resentative of a district that has greatly bene- GSP to these strategic materials could very CINNATI ART MUSEUM ON ITS fited from the participation of its Korean-Amer- well mean the United States loses the capac- NEW CINCINNATI WING ican citizens, I was an original co-sponsor of ity to produce these materials domestically, as House Concurrent Resolution 297, which rec- well as lose jobs. The reason for GSP, to pro- HON. ROB PORTMAN ognizes the contributions of Korean-Americans vide assistance to develop an export industry OF OHIO during the past 100 years in business, in a developing country, does not appear ap- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES science, the arts and other fields. This resolu- propriate when a foreign country or countries tion passed in the House of Representatives already control a significant share of the U.S. Friday, May 9, 2003 by a 417–0 vote on September 23, 2002. market. Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to salute Mr. Speaker, in closing, I applaud the lead- The legislation I am introducing today sends the Cincinnati Art Museum on the occasion of ership of the Centennial Committee of Korean a clear message that, given the importance of the opening of its new Cincinnati Wing. Immigration in commemorating the achieve- maintaining a strong military and the impor- The Cincinnati Wing showcases 400 works ments and contributions of Korean-Americans tance to other sectors of the economy, we of art with connections to Cincinnati, the in the United States. Efforts like theirs are should not hasten to offer preferences, for that Queen City, in 15 renovated galleries encom- what make our representative democracy risks complete dependence on foreign coun- passing 18,000 square feet of space. The gal- work: they have helped not only to educate tries for strategic materials like titanium leries are decorated with recreations of period the American public about the values and ac- sponge—the basis for titanium. We must take wallpaper depicting the 200 year story of our complishments of the Korean-American com- care we do not use a program designed to as- great American city’s history. This award-win- munity, but also to secure a more effective sist developing countries’ trade to inadvert- ning project also features panoramic views of representation of those communities through- ently assist the demise of our domestic capac- beautiful Eden Park and downtown Cincinnati. out the United States. ity to produce these materials that help make The elegant new space will allow rarely f our military the strongest in the world. viewed Cincinnati art to be displayed. The col- PAYING TRIBUTE TO HARVEY AND f lection includes paintings, sculptures and dec- ANIS KELLEY MACV orative art from the late 19th century to the 1980s. From the great ceramics of Rookwood Pottery and the superb carved furniture of HON. SCOTT McINNIS OF COLORADO HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Aesthetic Movement craftsmen such as Benn OF MINNESOTA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pitman, to the sculpture of Hiram Powers and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the paintings of Frank Duveneck and John Friday, May 9, 2003 Friday, May 9, 2003 Twachtman, Cincinnati’s artists produced Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today works of international renown and made the take this opportunity to congratulate two out- in recognition of the Minnesota Assistance Queen City a center for art. standing cattle ranchers from Plateau Valley,

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.054 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E925 Colorado whose hard work and dedication ex- Shortly after becoming governor, Guillermo pean Union—a treaty-based institutional emplifies the spirit of the West. Harvey and Gaviria initiated a series of popular marches framework which defines and manages eco- Anis Kelley are no less pioneers than their and demonstrations against the war. Each car- nomic and political cooperation among its cur- grandparents who first came to Colorado in ried a motto, such as ‘‘Break the silence, the rent 15—soon to be—25 member countries. early part of the last century. They have car- mothers, wives and daughters of the kid- Mr. Speaker, although the difficult debate ried on that proud tradition for the last fifty napped are doing it’’. He organized ‘‘solidarity over Iraq presented yet another challenge to years, and I am proud to pay tribute to their caravans’’ and peace demonstrations in every the relationship between the United States accomplishments before this body of Con- corner of the Department. and a few countries in Europe, it remains clear gress today. He challenged the FARC to stop attacking to this Member a strong, developed trans- No one can deny cattle ranching is a hard civilians. He challenged the paramilitaries to atlantic relationship is critical to the long-term profession. There are no days off and no es- stop looting. He challenged both to leave civil- political, economic and security interests of cape from inclement weather. Ranchers work ians out of the conflict—‘‘we won’t be part of both the United States and Europe. It is also from sunrise to sunset, and few today carry on the war, but part of the peace.’’ At every point, clear that one of the central ingredients to a this proud work and its traditions. Harvey and he remained faithful to his non-violent and reli- successful partnership with Europe is a stable, Anis are fine representatives of the heartland gious creed: ‘‘Let us hate the sin but not the integrated and dynamic Europe—and the Eu- and their work is the life-blood of this nation. sinner’’. Governor Gaviria was a light to his ropean Union has evolved to become, along Therefore, it is with pride that I congratulate people. with NATO, one of the two critical international them upon receiving a lifetime recognition It is a tragedy for all of us that this light was organizations for achieving those objectives. award from the Plateau Valley Cattlewomen at extinguished. He was a unique figure in Co- We in this country may not fully understand their Stockgrower’s Banquet and Ball. lombia, a figure of hope, a figure of a brighter or appreciate all that has, and is, evolving Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege for me to future. Colombia desperately needs people within the European Union. But it remains recognize Harvey and Anis Kelley before this with great vision and great courage. Guillermo clear that as we have worked so well with Eu- body of Congress and this Nation for their Gaviria was one of these people. How many rope within the NATO Alliance over the years, contributions to Plateau Valley and our coun- more like him are there? How many have we must strive to develop a better working try. I trust that the years ahead will continue been killed in the incessant violence that knowledge of, and relationship with, the Euro- to find Harvey and Anis side by side making plagues this beautiful country? pean Union that will be both a transatlantic a difference in the history of Colorado and our It pains me in particular to see the passing partner and an economic competitor for Amer- country. Thank you Harvey and Anis for mak- of Guillermo Gaviria and Gilberto Echeverri, ica. ing Colorado a place where hard work and tra- two great hopes of the Colombian people. Mr. Speaker, as we prepare for the forth- dition still thrive. Antioquia is my second home. I lived and coming U.S.—EU summit in June, today, Eu- f worked there as a Peace Corps Volunteer. rope Day, is as good a time as ever to begin THE DEATHS OF GUILLERMO The course my life has taken is closely tied to to renew our enduring and critical alliance with GAVIRIA CORREA AND GILBERTO my time in and around the barrios of Medellin. the countries of Europe and with the European ECHEVERRI MEJIA I saw first-hand the extent of the challenges Union. that the people of Medellin have to face. I also f HON. SAM FARR saw how industrious and dedicated they are. Guillermo Gaviria was a tribute to this ‘‘paisa’’ WORKFORCE REINVESTMENT AND OF CALIFORNIA ADULT EDUCATION ACT OF 2003 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spirit. Antioquia has lost a dear native son. In the wake of this tragedy, all Colombians SPEECH OF Friday, May 9, 2003 must dedicate themselves to honoring the Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with memory and vision of Guillermo Gaviria and HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN great sadness to express my grief for the Gilberto Echeverri. President Uribe, himself a OF RHODE ISLAND deaths of Guillermo Gaviria Correa and ‘‘paisa’’ and former governor of Antioquia, can IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Gilberto Echeverri Mejia. For their deaths, and take the lead by continuing support for Gov- Thursday, May 8, 2003 the loss of eight other hostages that died with ernor Gavina’s vision of a non-violent Colom- them, I wish to give my sincerest condolences bia. The House in Committee of the Whole to their families, to the people of Antioquia I look forward to working with the President House on the State of the Union had under whom they served, and to the whole of Co- consideration the bill (H.R. 1261) to enhance in promoting this vision, one that Colombians, the workforce investment system of the Na- lombia. after so many years of violence, desperately tion by strengthening one-stop career cen- Dr. Gaviria Correa, the governor of the De- deserve. Promoting and advancing non-vio- ters, providing for more effective governance partment of Antioquia, and his Peace Commis- lence is the best way to honor the memory of arrangements, promoting access to a more sioner, Gilberto Echeverri Mejia, were killed by Governor Gaviria, and the best way to bring comprehensive array of employment, train- the guerilla group known as the Fuerzas Ar- peace to a terribly troubled nation. ing, and related services, establishing a tar- geted approach to serving youth, and im- madas Revolucionarias de Colombia (FARC) f on May 5, 2003. They had been held captive proving performance accountability, and for by the FARC since April 21, 2003, the day EUROPE DAY other purposes: their group was kidnapped while marching for Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Chairman, I rise in op- peace to the town of Caicedo. HON. DOUG BEREUTER position to H.R. 1261, the reauthorizing legis- Guillermo Gaviria was a leader in the non- OF NEBRASKA lation for the Workforce Investment Act. This violent movement in Colombia. At a time when IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bill will not benefit people with disabilities and Colombia is being ripped apart by violence, other Americans who are seeking to secure when many Colombians are motivated by Friday, May 9, 2003 jobs that increase self-sufficiency and integra- rough justice and revenge, he proposed a dif- Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, this Member tion into the mainstream of community life. ferent approach—non-violence. Inspired by wishes to note that today, May 9, is Europe For years, state vocational rehabilitation pro- basic Christian teachings, Gandhi and Martin Day. grams have provided optimal service with Luther King Jr., Guillermo Gaviria set out to Fifty-three years ago, then French Foreign minimal funding. In 2001, 233,000 individuals change the way Colombians address the prob- Minister Robert Shuman announced a plan with disabilities entered the workforce with the lems that face them. that proposed the pooling of European coal help of VR. Those individuals earned $3.4 bil- He did not just seek to change the nature of and steel production under a common author- lion in wages and paid nearly $1 billion in the debate, he put his ideas into action. As ity as a way to bring some sense of order to State and Federal taxes. The success rate for governor of Antioquia he established the the economic recovery of post-World War II VR programs nationally is 69 percent—higher ‘‘Peace Congruent Plan’’, a plan which would: Europe. than most other government programs pro- Face the causes of the armed conflict and the The Shuman Declaration, which was formal- viding services to adults. And after 3 years of social violence through solutions reached ized in a treaty the following year, was re- job placement, 76 percent of those individuals among representatives from different commu- garded as the first step toward achieving a continue to be gainfully employed. nities ideologies and beliefs, and build social united Europe. Since that time, we have wit- H.R. 1261 grants governors unrestricted ac- culture and a government based on participa- nessed an extraordinary evolution within Eu- cess to funds specifically intended for VR and tion. rope toward what has now become the Euro- other essential programs to use for one-stop

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.058 E09PT1 E926 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 9, 2003 center infrastructure, with no assurances that WORKFORCE REINVESTMENT AND arrangements, promoting access to a more people with disabilities or other target popu- ADULT EDUCATION ACT OF 2003 comprehensive array of employment, train- ing, and related services, establishing a tar- lations would continue to benefit from the SPEECH OF geted approach to serving youth, and im- funds. One-stop centers, while effective in cer- HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS proving performance accountability, and for tain populations, are not programmatically—or other purposes: in many cases, physically—accessible for peo- OF MARYLAND ple with disabilities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Chairman, last week, the Bureau of Labor Statistics announced that Thursday, May 8, 2003 In this time of state budget constraints, 37 the unemployment rate rose to 6 percent. In state VR agencies are operating under such The House in Committee of the Whole my home state of Wisconsin, we had the limited resources that they have instituted an House on the State of the Union had under fourth highest number of massive layoffs in ‘‘order of selection’’ policy, serving people with consideration the bill (H.R. 1261) to enhance the country behind much larger states like the most severe disabilities first. They are the workforce investment system of the Na- tion by strengthening one-stop career cen- California and Texas. Sadly, it seems like being forced to leave behind increasing num- many here in Washington have gotten used to bers of eligible individuals who want to work. ters; providing for more effective governance arrangements, promoting access to a more these grim statistics; after all, under the eco- H.R. 1261 would exacerbate this situation, by comprehensive array of employment, train- nomic stewardship of President Bush we’ve taking funds from the successful VR programs ing, and related services, establishing a tar- lost close to more than 2.7 million jobs since to fund programs that cannot reach their target geted approach to serving youth, and im- he took office. We have been losing 73,000 population. In light of the unemployment crisis proving performance accountability, and for jobs a month, which accounts for President faced by our Nation and staggering 70 percent other purposes: Bush having the worst jobs creation record of unemployment rate in the disability commu- Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Chairman, I rise today any President in U.S. history. nity, it is critical that we preserve the funding to urge all of my colleagues to vote against We can’t count on the stewardship of the stream for VR programs. H.R. 1261, the Workforce Investment and Bush administration to get America back to Please vote against H.R. 1261. Adult Education Act (WIA). WIA authorizes work. It has become clear that this Congress and funds employment, training, literacy, and needs to step up and put the task squarely f vocational rehabilitation programs for adults upon its shoulders. This week we have a and dislocated workers, as well as activities chance to do this as we take up the reauthor- HONORING DR. JANIS LYNN for disadvantaged and low-income youth. ization of the Workforce Investment Act (WIA) PAUSHTER UPON HER RETIRE- I have numerous concerns with the legisla- and the proposed tax cut. Both of these bills MENT tion before this House. However, I want to are important in how we not only help people briefly discuss just two of the reasons that find and maintain jobs, but how we will create HON. TOM DAVIS make this bill flawed. new ones. However, I believe we may miss H.R. 1261 would jeopardize the quality of our opportunity to accomplish these goals un- OF VIRGINIA training provided to workers. This bill fails to less both bills are torn up and rewritten. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES help the thousands of Americans who are Today, I would like to specifically talk about looking for work or in need of additional job the WIA. Friday, May 9, 2003 training. H.R. 1261 takes away dedicated The WIA was signed into law in 1998 with Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I funding for vulnerable workers by consoli- the intent of cementing the Federal govern- rise today as a proud supporter of the excel- dating funding for Employment Services and ment’s commitment in helping states improve lent Fairfax County, Virginia, Public School service to adults and dislocated workers into their employment, training, literacy, and voca- System to recognize one of its shining lights. block grants. Mr. Speaker, given that unem- tional rehabilitation programs. Before the act Dr. Janis Lynn Paushter, a 26-year contributor ployment numbers for the month of April rose was signed into law, states had a fragmented to our nationally recognized school system to 6 percent, a four-month high, it does not and duplicative number of programs that were and principal of Fairhill Elementary School make sense that this vital program would lose meant to help prepare workers for jobs and to since 1991, is retiring at the end of this year’s funding. assist them in their searches. term. But most troubling is the fact that H.R. 1261 Since its inception, thousands of displaced would permit faith-based organizations that re- The common sentiment of parents, teachers workers, veterans, and young adults have ceive WIA funds to hire or fire employees taken part in—and relied on—programs imple- and students at Fairhill School on learning of based on religion. This reverses the federal her decision to retire is disappointment. Dr. mented by the WIA. The ‘‘one-stop’’ system government’s stance of fighting against feder- created by WIA has provided them with con- Paushter is loved and respected throughout ally-funded discrimination by exempting reli- the Fairhill community for her leadership quali- solidated services, such as job retraining gious organizations from anti-discrimination re- classes, to get them out of unemployment ties, her excellence as a role model, her tal- quirements. It also reverses the policy that ents as a fair and trusted administrator and lines and back onto the payrolls. Title II of the until now has been supported on a bipartisan Act has played a critical role in helping adults her genuine love for her students, associates basis—because it is the only right and sen- and her position. with low-literacy, basic skill levels and limited sible policy. It is the only true American policy. English proficiency, by providing them with the Dr. Paushter earned her Bachelor of Arts I ask my colleagues to reject this bill. Provi- training, tools and skills necessary to compete degree from Syracuse University, her Master’s sions in H.R. 1261 would undermine programs in today’s knowledge-driven workforce. degree from Columbia University, and con- designed to aid dislocated workers and public The bill before us today takes the progress ducted additional post-graduate studies at policy aimed at protecting workers from dis- made over the last four years and stops it in George Mason University. She has been hon- crimination. American workers need and de- its tracks. The WIA was custom designed to ored with numerous educational awards and serve better. be effective in an economic downturn like the has been invited to lecture on educational f one we are experiencing now. American work- matters at Oxford University in England, ers need the WIA strengthened, not scaled Korea, and China. WORKFORCE REINVESTMENT AND ADULT EDUCATION ACT OF 2003 back, but that’s exactly what the House Re- Later this year, she will be relocating to publicans want to do. Florida to establish a horse ranch with help SPEECH OF Those who have are unemployed will run from her two Jack Russell terriers and her out of unemployment insurance benefits in 23 German shepherd. Thanks to her talents as a HON. TAMMY BALDWIN days. The last time we extended unemploy- mentor, her shining light will not be extin- OF WISCONSIN ment benefits was shortly after Christmas and guished as she leaves, but illuminated more IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the holidays—when many people had already brightly through her associates and students. Thursday, May 8, 2003 run out of benefits. For many families, the res- I ask her colleagues to join me today in rec- toration of benefits was too little, too late. By The House in Committee of the Whole ognizing and commending Dr. Janis Paushter House on the State of the Union had under not including the extension of unemployment for her untiring support of thousands of Fairfax consideration the bill (H.R. 1261) to enhance benefits in this bill, we will in all likelihood County students and in thanking her for all the workforce investment system of the Na- delay helping workers who need it most. Not she has accomplished for education during tion by strengthening one-stop career cen- only does this diminish the original intent of her illustrious career. ters, providing for more effective governance this legislation, but it’s also a slap in the face

VerDate Jan 31 2003 05:50 May 10, 2003 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09MY8.062 E09PT1 May 9, 2003 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E927 to the unemployed moms and dads who will to had under consideration the bill (H.R. PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE WALCK worry if they will be able to pay their mortgage 1261) to enhance the workforce invest- FAMILY and put food on the table. This is just wrong. ment system of the Nation by The bill today also block grants adult, dis- strengthening one-stop career centers, located worker, and employment service fund- providing for more effective govern- HON. SCOTT McINNIS ing streams. In doing so, the bill would elimi- ance arrangements, promoting access OF COLORADO nate the funding focus for dislocated workers to a more comprehensive array of em- and terminates the existence of the employ- ployment, training, and related serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment service—the very service which con- ices, establishing a targeted approach nects individuals to jobs. By block granting the Friday, May 9, 2003 to serving youth, and improving per- money, it also permits Governors to take formance accountability, and for other funds from partner programs such as Adult Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great Education, and Veterans Reemployment and purposes: pride that I rise today to congratulate the inspi- job training programs for individuals with dis- Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Chairman, I rise today rational cattle-ranching Walck family of Pla- abilities to fund other state workforce pro- in strong opposition to H.R. 1261, especially in teau Valley, Colorado. The Walcks have la- grams or other administrative costs. Gov- regard to the provisions in Section 123, which bored morning to night for generations in this ernors would be allowed to take any amount allows discrimination when a faith-based group difficult but important occupation. Their efforts of funding from any of these programs. Given runs job-training programs. truly embody the American Spirit and our the fact that 45 states have budget deficits, I shared Western heritage. The Walcks serve believe the opportunity to use these funds for This provision sets a bad precedent for our as an example of the hard work and dedica- other purposes will be too tempting of a fruit Nation and I believe it does not belong in this for Governors not to pick. bill. We should honor the separation between tion that has made our nation great. It is an To make matters worse, the bill removes a church and state set-forth by the Constitution. honor to pay tribute to their success before civil-rights protection that bans employment One of the most important rights we treasure this body of Congress and this nation. discrimination based on religious affiliation. in this country is the right to religious freedom. Through their labors together, they serve also This bill allows organizations receiving funds— That’s why I believe religion should continue as an inspiration to families everywhere. taxpayers dollars—through WIA to discrimi- to be a matter of personal choice and not nate in hiring based on religion. I believe this Until they retired in the mid 1990’s, Dean, something that is supported or dictated by the Roylee, Scott and Betty raised over three hun- provision only serves to politicize the debate Federal Government. surrounding this bill and takes away from the dred cattle, with dedication and profes- debate we should be having, which is that we Mr. Chairman, I am concerned that this pro- sionalism. They have been actively involved in should be doing everything we can to help any vision inappropriately blurs the separation be- numerous organizations dedicated to the im- unemployed worker find a job, not making it tween church and state by subsidizing faith- provement of the American cattle industry, in- easier to discriminate against someone be- based groups without requiring them to com- cluding the Colorado Cattlemen’s Association, ply with federal non-discrimination laws. This cause of what they believe. the Colorado Hereford Association, the The WIA has played a critical role in coordi- means they could allow refuse to hire people Simmental Association, the Mesa County nating state efforts to find people jobs and who disagree with the organizations religious provide essential services to some of our most views. Employers could use religion to make Stockgrowers and the Plateau County vulnerable citizens. At a time when our Presi- promotional decisions or as a litmus test for Stockgrowers. Roylee also served with distinc- dent’s economic plan continues to fail in cre- hiring and firing. We would be allowing federal tion as the state president of the Colorado ating jobs and putting our economy back on dollars to fund discrimination and that is Cowbelles, and with Betty, has long been an the right track, now is not the time to weaken wrong! active member of the Plateau Valley the WIA. I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘NO’’ Cattlewomen. For their service and dedication, on H.R. 1261 and to bring a better bill—one While proponents of this provision argue that they would be expanding opportunities for the Plateau Valley Cattlewomen will honor that reflects Congress’ commitment to putting them soon at their Stockgrower’s Banquet and Americans back to work—to the floor. faith-based organizations, they would really be destroying a basic civil right protection that Ball. f has existed in federal job training for 21 years. Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege for me to WORKFORCE REINVESTMENT AND Religiously affiliated organizations currently recognize Dean, Roylee, Scott and Betty ADULT EDUCATION ACT OF 2003 participate in Federal job training programs Walck before this body of Congress and this with the non-discrimination clause in place. SPEECH OF nation. Their contributions to Plateau Valley Yet, lifting the discrimination prohibitions will and the heritage of the West is appreciated, do nothing more than encourage discrimina- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY and I am happy to bring them to the attention OF CALIFORNIA tory practices within these organizations. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of my colleagues here today. They are a Mr. Chairman, I am strongly against these strong family who care much for Colorado and Thursday, May 8, 2003 Section 123 provisions and I encourage my our Country. I wish them all the best. The House in Committee of the colleagues to join me in opposing this flawed Whole House on the State of the Union legislation.

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