June 10, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E873 Beau was a gifted lawyer who was twice HONORING ANDREW MCLEAN Jewish Community Center as a pillar of reli- elected attorney general in the state of Dela- gious and moral teachings in the Fourth Con- ware and served his country in the National HON. gressional District of , and I am hon- Guard in Iraq. But more than that, he was a OF MISSOURI ored to share in this occasion. I thank members of Chabad for their contin- devoted son, a loving husband, and a caring IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES father. ued positive impact on the Placer County JOE and his boys lived through great per- Wednesday, June 10, 2015 community, and I am proud to stand with them sonal tragedy with the loss of his wife, Neilia, Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I in celebration. and daughter, Naomi. They have an unbreak- proudly pause to recognize Andrew McLean. f able bond. And they, along with the rest of the Andrew is a very special young man who has RECOGNIZING LISA PURCELL FOR family, have found the greatest joy in spending exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship HER OUTSTANDING COMMIT- time together. No one who has come in con- and leadership by taking an active part in the MENT TO THE BUFFALO COMMU- tact with the Biden family can miss the deep Boy Scouts of America, Troop 362, and earn- NITY love and devotion they have for one another. ing the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. I had the privilege of getting to know Beau Andrew has been very active with his troop, better during the Obama-Biden reelection participating in many scout activities. Over the HON. campaign. We were together on several occa- many years Andrew has been involved with OF NEW YORK sions, including in the immediate aftermath of scouting, he has not only earned numerous IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Biden-Ryan debate. A very proud son was merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- Wednesday, June 10, 2015 beaming about his dad’s stellar performance. ily, peers, and community. Most notably, An- Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I stand before In that moment, you could see Beau’s com- drew has earned the rank of Warrior in the you today to recognize and honor Mrs. Lisa petitive spirit fuse with his devotion to his dad. Tribe of Mic-O-Say and became a Brother- Purcell for her work in the Buffalo community. I extend my deepest sympathies to my hood Member in the Order of the Arrow. An- Mrs. Purcell has dedicated her time to aiding friends JOE and Jill, to Beau’s wife, Hallie, and drew has also contributed to his community various charity organizations in the Buffalo their two children, his siblings, Hunter and through his Eagle Scout project. Andrew com- area. Ashley, and the entire Biden family. I hope pleted a garden around a statue of Mary at As the founder of the Ryan Purcell Founda- that they can take comfort in the love they Little Sisters of the Poor, an elder care facility tion, Mrs. Purcell has organized the annual share and the knowledge that they do not in Kansas City, Missouri. Purcell Memorial 5K race. The Foundation is walk alone in their grief. We have lost Beau Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in dedicated to her son Ryan Purcell who was far too soon, but his memory lives on until we commending Andrew McLean for his accom- killed in a hit and run accident in October of meet again. plishments with the Boy Scouts of America 2011. The Foundation is committed to hon- f and for his efforts put forth in achieving the oring the life and memory of Ryan Purcell and highest distinction of Eagle Scout. IN RECOGNITION OF DR. PENNY raises funds to give to scholarships to high REDDELL f school students in the Buffalo area. RECOGNIZING CHABAD JEWISH Mrs. Purcell has also been a large supporter HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS COMMUNITY CENTER OF PLACER of the Mount Mercy Academy 5K race as well COUNTY as their scholarship program. Mount Mercy OF TEXAS Academy has been educating the young IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women of Western New York for over 110 Wednesday, June 10, 2015 HON. TOM McCLINTOCK years. Their Alumnae have grown to over OF CALIFORNIA Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 10,000 members, 70% of whom still live and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor Dr. Penny Reddell upon her retirement work in Western New York. Mrs. Purcell is after 38 years of exemplary public service. Wednesday, June 10, 2015 married to Dr. Peter Purcell D.D.S. and has five children as well as three grandchildren. She earned her first of many degrees at Ste- Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me a phen F. Austin State University in to congratulate the Chabad Jewish Community few moments to honor and recognize Mrs. Nacogdoches. From there, she went onto the Center of Placer County on the momentous Lisa Purcell. I ask that my colleagues join me University of Texas at Tyler to obtain her mas- occasion of completing its Community Torah. in congratulating Mrs. Purcell on an accom- ter’s degree before finally earning her doc- Led by Rabbi Yossi Korik, Chabad Jewish plished history of giving to charitable organiza- torate from Baylor University. Community Center opened in 2005 to educate tions, and to commend her for the exemplary Dr. Reddell began her education career as and support the local Jewish community and work she has done to enrich the communities a teacher and has capably served in multiple inspire people from all walks of life. of Western New York. capacities including diagnostician, assistant As part of this effort, the Chabad of Placer principal, principal, gifted and talented pro- County commissioned a professional scribe in f gram consultant, and adjunct college pro- Israel to write a Torah scroll in the traditional CONNECTING HOUSTON AND fessor. She is retiring from Lewisville ISD as method, which dates back thousands of years. TAIPEI the Associate Superintendent for Learning and The Torah contains the Five Books of Teaching, a position she has held for the last Moses and is the most precious article in Jew- HON. PETE OLSON six years. Her areas of responsibilities have ish life. Its guidance provides a strong founda- OF TEXAS included: Strategic Design implementation, tion for morals in today’s global society. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Curriculum and Instruction, Special Education, In October of 2014, members of the Jewish Early Childhood, Literacy Intervention, Pro- community gathered with rabbis and public Wednesday, June 10, 2015 gram Evaluation, District Grant Writing, Gifted leaders in Placer County to witness the first Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and Talented, Advanced Academics, Assess- letters of the Torah being inscribed. This celebrate a new connection between Taipei, ment and Accountability and Federal Pro- weekend, many months after the project’s in- Taiwan and Houston, Texas. Beginning on grams, ESL, Dual Language, Bilingual, and ception, the same community will once again June 19th, 2015 a new direct flight will con- World Languages. Dr. Reddell’s leadership gather—this time to celebrate the scroll’s com- nect these cities and allow Houstonians to has had a positive and profound impact on all pletion. travel to Taiwan and Asia more easily. This the programs that she has overseen. This tremendous accomplishment will be new opportunity will also promote business As Dr. Reddell retires, her commitment and celebrated on Sunday, June 14, 2015, with a and tourism, which means economic benefits hard work on behalf of the students and fac- festive parade. The Torah will travel down for both Texas and Taiwan. ulty of Lewisville ISD will be greatly missed. Douglas Boulevard under a Chuppah, led by a The United States and Taiwan already enjoy After almost four decades as an educator and local marching band. a robust economic partnership. Taiwan is our administrator, Dr. Reddell retires as a profes- Mr. Speaker, George Washington stated in 10th largest trading partner. Our bilateral trade sional beloved by her colleagues and leaves his Farewell Address: ‘‘of all the dispositions amounts to more than $67 billion in 2014. I an indelible mark to be emulated. It is a privi- and habits which lead to political prosperity, am confident this important relationship will lege to honor such an esteemed constituent in religion and morality are indispensable sup- continue to thrive and will continue to support the U.S. House of Representatives. ports.’’ We are fortunate to have the Chabad our close friend and ally.

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Mr. Speaker, Cyprus has This legislation does not change the burden placed on the Government under the Conven- RETIREMENT OF DR. JAMES made great strides in the past decade. It turns HADLEY BILLINGTON out that, just like the United States, Cyprus tion on Cultural Property Implementation Act. Here, as under the CPIA, the Govern- has a lot of natural gas. Let’s hope they don’t ment must establish: (1) the item is of a type have as much bureaucracy to get through to HON. that appears on the designated list of Syrian OF TEXAS export their gas as we do. But the country is artifacts that will be created; (2) the item IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES held back because it is still divided by a for- was ‘‘first discovered’’ in and is subject eign power. Turkey still has 30,000 troops in to Syrian export control; and (3) the item Wednesday, June 10, 2015 Cyprus. Erdogan thinks he is still in control. was illegally removed from Syria after the Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. The beauty of democratic elections is that you effective date of the restrictions, which in Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the ex- can see what the people really want. this case is March 15, 2011. The fact that an traordinary leadership of Dr. James Hadley object’s ‘‘country of origin’’ or manufacture And faced with the choice between a can- may be ‘‘Syria’’ cannot constitute the sole Billington, the 13th Librarian of Congress and didate that wanted to keep Cyprus divided and basis for its seizure and forfeiture under ei- renowned scholar of Russia. Following 28 one that wanted to reunify Cyprus, Turkish ther this legislation or the CPIA. years of tireless service, Dr. Billington an- Cypriots chose reunification. Sincerely, nounced that he will be retiring from his post It is encouraging to hear that negotiations MATTHEW S. POLK, Jr., as the Librarian of Congress. During his ten- between Greek Cypriots and Turkish Cypriots Board Member—The ure, Dr. Billington made significant contribu- are getting back on track. You know, I was a Committee for Cul- tions by providing visionary leadership as he judge in my former life. I dealt a lot with one tural Property, ushered the into the dig- Former Trustee—The word: justice. And as a judge I would never ital age. Baltimore Museum Since being unanimously confirmed by the have allowed the kind of bullying that is seen of Art, Member—The by Turkey. The Turkish Cypriots should be Museum Trustees Senate in 1987, Dr. Billington has overseen able to negotiate on their own behalf. If they Association, Mem- the expansion of the Library’s collection size. want peace, they should be able to get it. ber—The Walters It has roughly doubled, from 85.5 million items They don’t need another foreign country like Art Museum Collec- in 1987 to more than 160 million items today. Turkey telling them what they can and cannot tions Committee, Dr. Billington dedicated much of his efforts to agree to. They do not want to be dependent President—Historic ensuring that our nations historic items and Textile Research collections be made readily available to the on Turkey. They want to enjoy the economic Foundation. freedom of the EU. American public. In his early years, at the Reunification will require a lot of work, but f dawn of the internet age, he worked to facili- tate an innovative program for the Library of ultimately it will only happen if the two sides RECOGNIZING SOUTH KOREAN Congress known as the National Digital Li- talk to each other. This time next year I hope PRESIDENT PARK GEUN-HYE brary (NDL) Program, which ensured that we can come together to celebrate the reunifi- AND U.S.-KOREAN ALLIANCE cation of Cyprus and the end of over 40 years American historical and cultural information of Turkish occupation. was available online. As a result of his efforts, And that’s just the way it is. HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL projects such as the NDL, Congress.gov, and OF NEW YORK numerous pieces of information from the U.S. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Copyright Office have become frequently used H.R. 1493, THE PROTECT AND PRE- Wednesday, June 10, 2015 in K–12 education systems across America. SERVE INTERNATIONAL CUL- In addition to efforts ensuring the spread of TURAL PROPERTY ACT Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I am disheart- the richly diverse history of the United States, ened to hear that South Korean President Dr. Billington is also responsible for the devel- Park Geun-Hye’s visit to Washington, D.C. opment of the World Digital Library. A project HON. DARRELL E. ISSA was postponed due to the growing threat of similar to the NDL, the World Digital Library OF CALIFORNIA the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome compiles cultural materials from the 193 coun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coronavirus (MERS) outbreak in the Republic tries listed in the UNESCO into one database Wednesday, June 10, 2015 of Korea. I know this is a very difficult time for for public access. I can say without question the South Korean people and would like to that throughout his decades of service, Dr. Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to submit the send my deepest sympathy to the victims of Billington has been firmly dedicated to the thoughts of my friend, Matthew Polk, regarding this deadly virus. I express my utmost con- spread of information. the consideration of H.R. 1493, the Protect fidence in President Park’s ability to lead the Dr. Billington has been an outstanding lead- and Preserve International Cultural Property people of her beautiful country out of this cri- er and educator to both our nation and the Act. Matthew Polk is deeply involved in the sis. world. I wish him the best of luck in his future preservation of cultural heritage and I believe As always, the success and future of the endeavors. I have no doubt that his contribu- his comments are both insightful and valuable Peninsula remain a priority for me. As a Ko- tions to our global society will have a signifi- to the ongoing effort to preserve the cultural rean War veteran, I have a very personal tie cant impact on scholastic achievement for heritage of civilizations around the world. to Korea and its people. Since returning home generations to come. Mr. Speaker, I first wish to thank Con- from my service in the Korean War over six Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join gressman Issa for his interest in this matter decades ago, I have proudly witnessed South me in paying tribute to the service and sac- and the opportunity to provide a statement rifice of Dr. James Hadley Billington. for the Congressional Record. Korea’s rise as a war-torn nation to becoming With regard to H.R. 1493, I applaud this bi- an international giant, which is a testament to f partisan effort to protect Syrian cultural the resilience and industriousness of the Ko- COBDEN HIGH SCHOOL CAPTURES property as well as to coordinate our Gov- rean people. All across America, Koreans STATE BASEBALL TITLE ernment’s enforcement efforts to protect have inspired us with their entrepreneurialism international cultural property. I also ap- and perseverance toward strengthening the plaud Mr. Chabot’s and Mr. Engel’s under- fabric of our nation. HON. standing that this bill is not meant to target OF ILLINOIS I commend President Park and Ambassador the lawful trade in Syrian or other cultural IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ahn Ho-Young for further strengthening U.S.- goods and that it only authorizes import re- Wednesday, June 10, 2015 strictions on artifacts illegally removed Korean ties. As you know, the relationship be- from Syria after the start of its civil war. tween our country and the Republic of Korea Mr. BOST. Mr. Speaker, congratulations to Nonetheless, it must be emphasized that the is deeply rooted in our unbreakable bloodshed Cobden High School for capturing the Illinois

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