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IN HONOR OF BONITA SHEPHERD’S today. I ask that my colleagues in the United actions, operations, and requirements. Their EXTRAORDINARY SERVICE TO States House of Representatives to join me in first-hand knowledge of military needs, culture, THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTA- congratulating Principal Financial Group on re- and tradition is a tremendous benefit to Con- TIVES ceiving this award and wishing each of their gress. employees nothing but continued success. Raised in Texas, Major Colestock commis- HON. CHRIS COLLINS f sioned as a Second Lieutenant in the Army’s Field Artillery. He has served and commanded OF NEW YORK RECOGNIZING THE HUMANITARIAN in a variety of assignments including service at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES EFFORTS OF ISRAELI HOSPITALS Fort Drum, Fort Hood, the Pentagon, and in Thursday, December 17, 2015 Iraq. Major Colestock was selected for the Mr. COLLINS of New York. Mr. Speaker, I HON. SCOTT GARRETT highly competitive Congressional Fellowship rise to recognize the admirable and steadfast OF NEW JERSEY Program in 2011. A few of Major Colestock’s military awards service of Bonita ‘‘Bonnie’’ Shepherd. Bonnie IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is preparing to retire at the end of this year fol- include the Combat Action Badge, the Bronze Thursday, December 17, 2015 lowing 48 years of public service to the U.S. Star Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal, House of Representatives. Mr. GARRETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to today and the Iraq Campaign Medal. He has also Bonnie started working in the House on to recognize the efforts of the Israeli hospitals earned both the Parachutist and Air Assault June 18th, 1967. In the 48 years since, she and medical teams treating the Syrians injured Badges. He holds a Bachelor of Business Ad- has been an invaluable member of the Capitol as a result of their country’s continued vio- ministration from Texas Christian University Hill community. She began her lifelong com- lence. and a Master of Arts in Congressional Affairs mitment to public service working in the Ray- Numerous Syrians travel to the Israeli bor- from George Washington University. burn Cafeteria, where she served thousands der in their hour of need, and in an act of Mr. Speaker, it is my honor to recognize the of tourists, Members, and staff. She continued compassion Israeli hospitals have provided selfless service of Major Colestock as he pro- her service, working the past 27 years for the lifesaving medical treatment. Medical teams ceeds to the next chapter in his remarkable Architect of the Capitol, where she helps along the Syrian and Israeli border treat these career serving our great Nation. On behalf of transport Members to votes as an elevator op- Syrians in field hospitals, and those requiring a grateful Nation, I join my colleagues in rec- erator. When she isn’t helping get Members to more intensive medical treatment are trans- ognizing and commending Major Colestock for votes on time, she is honoring our greatest ferred to one of four hospitals. Among the vic- his dedicated service to our Country. It is my American heroes and loved ones through her tims treated by these hospitals are innocent distinct pleasure to join with Trent’s family, work in the House flag office. children who have been gravely injured by the friends, peers, as they honor the accomplish- I have only had the opportunity to know violence. ments of his outstanding ongoing career. Bonnie for the last three years, but her com- These heroic efforts may seem inconceiv- f mitment to service and gracious attitude have able considering the longstanding conflict be- REMEMBERING JEAN left an indelible impression on me and thou- tween the two nations. However, these Israeli STARKWEATHER sands of others who have gotten to meet her. hospitals demonstrate that by welcoming Syr- I want to wish her the best as she begins her ians in need humanity trumps politics and hos- HON. JARED HUFFMAN retirement, and thank her for her public serv- tility. The impact of this generosity goes be- OF CALIFORNIA ice to our nation. yond that of medical treatment. As one doctor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f from the Ziv Medical Center stated, the com- passion shown by the Israeli medical teams is Thursday, December 17, 2015 TRIBUTE TO PRINCIPAL ‘‘planting the seeds of peace.’’ Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- FINANCIAL GROUP In an area of the world that has been nize Jean Starkweather, who passed away in plagued by violence and destruction, the as- San Rafael, California, on November 23, four HON. DAVID YOUNG sistance provided by these hospitals offers a days shy of her 86th birthday. A lifelong advo- OF IOWA beacon of hope. It is my hope that the seeds cate for the environment and a beloved leader IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of peace will grow and that future generations in Marin County, Mrs. Starkweather will be re- may live amongst each other, no longer in membered for her unyielding activism, her Thursday, December 17, 2015 hostility, but in solidarity and friendship. gentle spirit, and her steadfast sense of pur- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise f pose related to protecting natural resources in today to congratulate Principal Financial Marin County. Group for being recognized with a 2015 HONORING MAJOR TRENT Mrs. Starkweather was born in Seattle in Women of Innovation award at the eighth an- COLESTOCK 1929 and moved to San Rafael with her hus- nual Women of Innovation Awards hosted by band soon after graduating from Carleton Col- the Technology Association of Iowa. Overall, HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY lege. She began her environmental advocacy 10 women, along with a single corporation, OF TEXAS in the early 1970s as chair of a local home- were recognized with innovation awards. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES owners group, when she fought against devel- award highlights today’s extraordinary women opments on a hillside near Terra Linda. From Thursday, December 17, 2015 and recognizes leaders in science, technology, there, she joined a litany of groups working to engineering, and math. Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay preserve natural spaces, including the Citizens Principal Financial Group is a Des Moines tribute to Army Major Trent Colestock, for his Advisory Committee for the San Rafael, Audu- based global investment manager. More than extraordinary dedication and service to the bon Canyon Ranch, and the Marin County 45 percent of the organization’s IT profes- United States of America. Major Colestock will Parks and Open Space commission. sionals are women. Principal Financial is also be moving on from his current assignment as Not only was Mrs. Starkweather involved involved in a number of efforts to support an Army Congressional Liaison to the U.S. with numerous conservation groups—she was STEM education throughout the community House of Representatives to Fort Hood, a leader in practically every organization she and the entire state. Texas. joined. Throughout the decades, she helmed Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to represent Army Congressional Liaisons provide an in- the San Francisco Bay Association, Marin Au- community leaders like those at Principal Fi- valuable service to both the Military and Con- dubon Society, and Marin Conservation nancial Group in the United States Congress gress. They assist Congressional Members League (MCL), among others. Her involve- and it is with great pride that I recognize them and staff in understanding the Army’s policies, ment did not go unnoticed. She received the

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:37 Dec 18, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K17DE8.009 E17DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1812 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 17, 2015 Marin Green Award and the Peter Behr Life- Mr. Gamble spent eight years active duty in Budget Officer. It was during his time with the time Achievement Award from the MCL, and the Navy and four years in the reserves. Lee Administration that I first got to know Den- was recognized by the U.S. Army Corps of Mr. Gamble first found his interest in brew- nis. He played an integral role in the rejuvena- Engineers for her contributions. ing craft beer when his wife, Sheryl, presented tion of the City of New Haven, helping to ini- One area she was especially passionate him with a gift-wrapped box containing a buck- tiate innovative programs designed to improve about was protecting the San Rafael shore- et, a funnel, tubing, and various other odd- the physical and social state of the city and its line. Along with serving on MCL’s Bayfront looking components. It was a simple, beer residents. Committee, she conducted monthly bird making kit. With a few, carefully-chosen ingre- Dennis’ true passion was realized in 1974 counts, organized work parties to remove dients, the possibilities for experimenting with when he joined a small group of doctors and invasive plants, and tested water salinity. In this new home brewing hobby were endless. nurses to create the first program of hospice 2003, San Rafael recognized the efforts of her Hobby turned to passion, and Mr. Gamble care in the United States along with the con- and her husband, John, who passed away in attended the renowned Siebel Institute of struction of the first American hospice facility 2001, with the creation of the Jean and John Technology in Chicago, Illinois for professional located in Branford, Connecticut. Dennis went Starkweather Shoreline Park. brewing. After several years managing on to found the National Hospice Organization Mrs. Starkweather’s persistent advocacy to brewhouse and cellar operations at multiple where he served as its first Executive Director. preserve natural spaces, wildlife, and wetlands breweries in the New England area, Ron and He played a critical leadership role in the en- in the North Bay are worthy of our thanks and Sheryl headed back home to sunny Jackson- actment of Medicare and Medicaid legislation admiration. It is therefore appropriate that we ville, Florida. and private insurance payment for hospice pay tribute to her today and express our deep- Veterans United Craft Brewery opened in care as well as the enactment of innovative est condolences to her sons David, Stephen, August of 2014 with a goal to expand as a re- health legislation in Connecticut related to and Tim. gional brewery. Today, Veterans United Craft hospice care that was replicated in many other states. f Brewery is working to be known throughout the state of Florida as a quality craft brewery. His pioneering efforts were recognized by RECOGNIZING THE SOUTH CHINA Veterans United is not only a veteran owned Presidents Carter and Reagan, former Speak- SEA PEACE INITIATIVE OF TAI- business, but a veteran operated business. er of the House of Representatives, Thomas WANESE PRESIDENT MA Mr. Gamble believes it is important to employ ‘‘Tip’’ O’Neill, Senators Edward ‘‘Ted’’ Ken- local veterans looking for work but also finds nedy and Robert Dole as well as many others. HON. MIKE BISHOP that they are some of the best employees. Dennis’ last effort in the hospice movement was the co-creation of Community Hospice OF MICHIGAN Walking into the taproom you will find the Care in Anaheim Hills, California which grew IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES walls covered in memorabilia connected to Mr. Gamble and his service, as well as history to become the second largest program of hos- Thursday, December 17, 2015 through the years of all branches of the mili- pice care in the country. Retiring in 1994, it is Mr. BISHOP of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, the tary. an understatement to say that Dennis left an United States and Taiwan enjoy deep and It is truly an honor to recognize Mr. Gamble indelible mark on our nation’s health care sys- close relationship that covers areas including and his contributions he has made to our tem. security, culture, and trade. Taiwan has played Jacksonville community. Mr. Speaker, I hope Above all else, Dennis was a deeply de- a significant role in promoting democracy in you will join me in this very special congres- voted family man. I extend my deepest sym- the East Asia and contributed to international sional salute to Navy Veteran and Jacksonville pathies to his wife, Beau; his daughter, Cheryl, development, humanitarian missions, and re- business owner, Ron Gamble. and her husband Alan; his son Michael; his two stepsons Shane Hobart, and his wife gional stability, such as in the South China f Sea. Heather, and Seth, and his wife Nicole, as Earlier this year, Taiwan President Ma pro- REMEMBERING DENNIS REZENDES, well as his six grandchildren August, Brook, posed the South China Sea Peace Initiative, NATION’S FIRST HOSPICE AD- Grace, Ethan, Eligh, and Jax. calling on claimants in the region to resolve MINISTRATOR Dennis Rezendes was an extraordinary man disputes peacefully through international laws, whose compassion and strong desire to make in particular the freedom of navigation and HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO a difference changed the face of how we care for the terminally ill and their families in their overflight, and consultations based on equality OF CONNECTICUT last days. I consider myself fortunate to have and reciprocity. I appreciate his leadership and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES efforts in promoting regional peace and sta- known him and, like so many others, remain Thursday, December 17, 2015 bility. inspired by his vision and leadership. His is a On December 12, 2015, Taiwan’s Minister Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, earlier this legacy that will continue to touch the lives of of the Interior flew to the Taiping (Itu Aba) Is- year, our nation lost a giant in the world of those most in need for generations to come. land, which is the largest natural island in the health care. Dennis Rezendes, one of the f Spratly islands and administered by ROC (Tai- original creators of hospice care, passed away IN MEMORY OF MRS. AUDREY ANN wan) government since 1946, and reiterated in June at his home, surrounded by family and HOFFMAN LAWSON President Ma’s South China Sea Peace Initia- friends and with care from the program he tive. We encourage any efforts that contribute helped establish. The son of second-generation immigrant HON. AL GREEN to lower regional tensions and hope all the OF TEXAS parents, Dennis was born in Fall River, Mas- parties involved will work together to maintain IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES regional peace. sachusetts and grew up during the Great De- Thursday, December 17, 2015 f pression. Enlisting in the United States Air Force following his graduation from high Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I RECOGNIZING RON GAMBLE, VET- school, Dennis served his country with honor would like to honor the memory of a civil rights ERAN AND OWNER OF VETERANS and distinction for six years during which time, activist and spiritual exemplar of the Houston UNITED CRAFT BREWERY as a Grand Control Approach operator, he community: Mrs. Audrey Ann Hoffman was involved in the U.S. side of the Berlin Air- Lawson. With remarkable commitment, Mrs. HON. ANDER CRENSHAW lift. Following his honorable discharge, he at- Lawson dedicated her life to helping others, OF FLORIDA tended the University of Maine where he grad- especially the young and the neediest. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES uated in 1957 with honors and a Bachelor of Mrs. Lawson was born in St. Louis, Missouri Science Degree in Public Management. He on March 20, 1932. Mrs. Lawson met her hus- Thursday, December 17, 2015 went on to earn his Master of Government Ad- band, Reverend Bill Lawson, in St. Louis after Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ministration degree from the Wharton School they exchanged over 600 letters, wherein she to recognize Ron Gamble, a local Navy vet- of Business and Finance and the Fels Institute affectionately became known as ‘‘Little Red.’’ eran and small business owner of Veterans of Local and State government at the Univer- Married 61 years, Reverend and Mrs. Lawson United Craft Brewery, located in Jacksonville, sity of Pennsylvania. reared one son and three daughters. They Florida. Mr. Gamble, along with a group of Among his many professional endeavors, also founded the historic Wheeler Avenue military veterans, started the local craft brew- Dennis served former New Haven Mayor Rich- Baptist Church as well as initiated and sup- ery in 2013. As a former Naval Flight Officer, ard Lee as the Director of Administration and ported numerous programs to help the young

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:37 Dec 18, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K17DE8.003 E17DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 17, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1813 and disadvantaged. Mrs. Lawson served her REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF TRIBUTE TO KIMBERLY WAYNE community well as she promoted the power of GEORGE DAVIS faith and prayer. She will most assuredly be HON. DAVID YOUNG remembered for her leadership at the historic OF IOWA Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, helping to HON. MARCY KAPTUR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES establish two charter schools, her support for OF OHIO the Ensemble Theater, and her immeasurable Thursday, December 17, 2015 love for children. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Kimberly Finally, Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Lawson will be Thursday, December 17, 2015 missed dearly by a host of family and friends. Wayne of Des Moines, Iowa, for being named The family includes her husband, four children Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a 2015 Woman of Innovation at the eighth an- (Melanie, Cheryl, Eric, and Roxanne) as well remember the life of George Davis; a friend, nual Women of Innovation Awards hosted by as her grandchildren. Mrs. Lawson will be an honorable leader, and a valued member of the Technology Association of Iowa. Overall, celebrated and memorialized in the Houston our Toledo community. they honored 10 women with innovation community as a faithful Christian lady, wife, awards. The award highlights today’s extraor- mother, and community leader. George Davis was born in Toledo, Ohio on dinary women and recognizes leaders in July 11, 1927 to Polly Ann and George Davis. science, technology, engineering and math. f He grew up on Scott Street and from the age Kimberly was recognized as a Diversity of 6 sold newspapers and did odd jobs to help Champion. She is a founder of Jewels Acad- IN RECOGNITION OF BARBRA his family in the Depression. emy, a nonprofit that encourages young STREISAND IN RECEIVING THE He was a Scott High School student when women to take part in science, technology, en- PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREE- he went to work at Willys-Overland Motors at gineering, and math programs and uses Bib- DOM the age of 15. He retired in 1993 as a rep- lical principles of learning and character build- resentative for Local 12, United Auto Workers. ing. Kimberly’s organization plays a key role in George was a veteran of the Army Air Corps. today’s technology-driven society, especially HON. TED LIEU for those children who may not otherwise have OF CALIFORNIA George Davis became the first African- the opportunity to take part in this type of pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American appointed as a union steward and gram. served as chairman of the Jeep unit. He sat Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to represent Thursday, December 17, 2015 on the Jeep executive committee and, when leaders like Kimberly in the United States Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. Speaker, I the former American Motors Corporation Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- rise today to recognize a constituent of Califor- owned the Toledo plant, George was a leader ognize her for utilizing her talents to better nia’s 33rd Congressional District who is one of in a UAW intracorporate council. When he re- both the community of Des Moines and the our nation’s most gifted artists, and compas- tired, he was on the state board of UAW’s state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the sionate humanitarians. Barbra Joan Streisand, Community Action Program. United States House of Representatives join who was recently awarded the Presidential George Davis served the Toledo Branch, me in congratulating Kimberly on receiving this esteemed designation and wishing her nothing Medal of Freedom by President Obama. NAACP, as the President, first vice president, but continued success. In the sixth decade of her career, Streisand chairman of committees and as a nuts-and- has captivated generations of music and bolts member. In 2012 he was among the f movie lovers, young and old alike. Through honorees recognized at an annual luncheon of HONORING AMICUS POLONIAE— her creative work, Ms. Streisand has received the African American Legacy Project of North- FRIEND OF POLONIA—VOLUN- countless honors including two Academy west Ohio. TEER FREE LEGAL CLINIC ON Awards, four Peabody Awards, eight Golden THEIR 25TH ANNIVERSARY Globes, and the National Medal of Arts and George Davis is survived by his sons, Kennedy Center honors. Further, the three George III, Larry, Calvin and Norman; step- films she has directed to date have received daughters Helen and Patricia Webb; stepsons HON. MIKE QUIGLEY 14 Oscar nominations. In 1984, Ms. Streisand Walter Webb III and Robert Webb; four grand- OF ILLINOIS became the first woman and only woman to children; three great-grandchildren, as well as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES win a Golden Globe for Best Director, which step-grandchildren and step-great-grand- Thursday, December 17, 2015 she won for the film Yentl. children. His wife of 25 years, Gladys, died in Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 2002. A long time record setter as a recording art- recognize Amicus Poloniae—Friend of ist, her 1963 album entitled The Barbra George Davis was a great leader in all Polonia—Volunteer Free Legal Clinic on their Streisand Album amassed six nominations for realms—his family, his church, his chosen pro- 25th anniversary this October. On the third Album of the Year and five for Record of the fession as a union officer, his civil rights advo- Saturday of each month since 1990, a large Year—more than any other female artist in cacy, and as a valued community leader group of attorneys and other volunteers have history. Since then she has won a total of 10 whose opinion was sought and appreciated. gathered to meet and provide legal advice to Grammys and released 52 gold albums, 31 He was blessed with an exceptional mind and individuals who would normally not be able to platinum albums and 18 multi-platinum al- an exceptional instinct. He knew how to read afford to hire an attorney. bums, topping the list of album sales by a fe- people, how to anticipate them, and how to In 1990 Edward Moskal, the president of male singer. counsel them. He had a gift for politics in the Polish National Alliance, met with an attorney Yet Ms. Streisand’s most enduring legacy is best sense. His goals were to serve people to discuss an idea of helping people access her tireless activism and generous philan- and to take their cause to those who could legal aid and representation to Chicago’s Pol- thropic mission. Established in 1986, the make a difference. And he did. He was an ish community. Since then, the Clinic has pro- Streisand Foundation has brought millions of honorable leader, an indefatigable ally, and a vided attorneys, interpreters, clerks and other dollars to ensure the legacy of numerous or- courageous and unyielding advocate for peo- volunteers for thousands of individuals seeking ganizations promoting voter education, civil ple whose voices needed uplifting. He had a help. Today, Frank Spula, the current presi- rights, higher education, veterans’ assistance, dent of PNA, continues to support Amicus and the preservation of our environment. Ms. God given talent to accomplish good works, and he did. Poloniae. Streisand’s work on the crucial issues of cli- The Clinic has also received continued sup- mate change and healthcare have been ex- George Davis led our community to a better port from the Polish National Alliance and the ceptional, raising and contributing money to place every day of his working life, which ex- Chicago Volunteer Legal Services Foundation. fight AIDS and heart disease, as exemplified tended to the day of his homegoing. May God CVLS has even recognized regular volunteers by the recent naming of the Barbra Streisand bless him and bring peace to his family and with a Distinguished Service Award. Women’s Heart Center at Cedar Sinai Hospital friends as they bear this enormous loss. And Mark Dobrzycki is the current chief adminis- in Los Angeles. may George Davis’ precious talents, good na- trator who administers the monthly meetings. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Ms. ture, and unyielding spirit carry his legacy for- Preceding him was Marianna Lach, who ran Streisand and her extraordinary achievements. ward and inspire others to emulate his life. the meetings from the conception of the clinic

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On January 26, 2015, Officer Pearson was To address the current lack of coordination, Mr. Speaker, as the representative of a struck below the left eye with one of several the FEMA HELP Act is designed to require large portion of Polish constituents, I applaud rounds fired at him while responding to a re- federal agencies to work together in a collabo- Amicus Poloniae for their tireless work and quest for backup. As a result of his injuries, rative manner with state, local, tribal, and terri- dedication to the thousands of people in need. doctors predicted that Aaron would likely torial leaders and provide them with guidance I ask that my colleagues join me in recog- never walk or talk again, but he never gave on federal assistance programs. To accom- nizing and congratulating Amicus Poloniae on up. Aaron persevered through months of dif- plish this aim, the bill directs FEMA to con- a successful past quarter-century. ficult rehab and less than five months later he vene and manage multi-agency federal teams f made enough progress to throw the first pitch to work with and provide coordinated assist- RECOGNIZING THE LIFE AND LEG- at the Springfield Cardinals game. His actions ance to state, local, tribal, and territorial lead- ACY OF RATIBU JACOCKS have shown an incredible example of courage ers in implementing a comprehensive ap- SHADIDI in the face of seemingly insurmountable odds. proach to recovery and utilizing the full range This November, he was awarded the Spring- of federal funding resources across agencies HON. NORMA J. TORRES field Police Department Purple Heart for en- and programs. The bill also requires FEMA’s during this adversity. coordinating officers be trained in the range of OF CALIFORNIA Officer Pearson served his community with applicable funding programs. The multi-agency IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passion throughout his time with the Spring- federal team would include FEMA, the Federal Thursday, December 17, 2015 field Police Department. Before his retirement, Transit Administration, the Federal Highway Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Aaron’s accomplishments exemplified this and Administration, the Department of Housing honor Ratibu Jacocks Shadidi, who passed those who worked with him in the line of duty and Urban Development, the Small Business away on December 10, 2015 at the age of 72. had great respect for his professionalism. Administration, the Department of Defense, Ratibu was an active member of the com- Mr. Speaker, Aaron Pearson has worked and the Army Corps of Engineers. The bill munity who provided great service to the resi- tirelessly to protect his community and better also directs FEMA to create a clear and con- dents of the Inland Empire through his com- those around him; I extend to him my deepest sistent set of guidelines and criteria for making passionate nature and commitment to promote appreciation for his courage and dedication to and communicating decisions on funding eligi- the welfare of others. His service to the public ensuring the safety of the Springfield commu- bility and requirements. To retain institutional began at an early age when he joined the nity. His efforts have not only contributed knowledge, the bill requires federal teams to United States Army in 1961. Later, upon mov- greatly the Springfield community, but have minimize staff transitions and ensure there is ing to Riverside in the 1970s, he worked as a made me proud to serve the people of Mis- adequate information transfer when staff tran- Field Representative for California State Sen- souri’s seventh Congressional District. sitions occur. ator Ruben Ayala and helped many in the f I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- community receive assistance from state porting this bill. agencies. He then operated a local firm and INTRODUCTION OF THE FEMA HELP AND EDUCATION FOR became known for publishing a directory of f enterprises operated by women and minori- LOCAL PARTNERS ACT ties, which is distributed throughout California CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 644, to promote small businesses. HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON TRADE FACILITATION AND A man of faith, Ratibu taught Sunday school OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA TRADE ENFORCEMENT ACT OF at the Temple Missionary Baptist Church in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2015 San Bernardino. He is credited with inspiring Thursday, December 17, 2015 several of his peers to become spiritual lead- SPEECH OF ers and was known for seeing things in people Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to intro- that they couldn’t see in themselves. Ratibu duce the FEMA Help and Education for Local HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN also is known in the community for forming the Partners Act (FEMA HELP Act). The bill ad- OF MARYLAND Inland Area Kwanzaa Group, and had hosted dresses concerns raised by states and local IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the annual Kwanzaa Karamu for more than governments about the lack of comprehensive Friday, December 11, 2015 two decades. In 2007, he published a memoir information about the various federal assist- in which he describes how his belief system ance programs available during and in the Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to helped guide him through difficult times in his aftermath of a natural or man-made disaster. raise my opposition to H.R. 644 the Trade Fa- life. The bill creates a federal multi-agency team, cilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015. For his contributions to the community and led by the Federal Emergency Management In August, China devalued the renmibi by for his many other achievements, I would like Agency (FEMA), to provide coordinated assist- 4.4 percent which caused a drastic drop in the to honor Ratibu Jacocks Shadidi and his fam- ance to state, local, tribal, and territorial lead- U.S. stock market. Currency manipulation has ily. While Ratibu will truly be missed by resi- ers in implementing a comprehensive ap- real life consequences and affects U.S. jobs dents of the Inland Empire, his legacy will con- proach to recovery and utilizing the full range and our economy. When China devalues their tinue through all of those that knew him. He is of federal resources across agencies and pro- currency, U.S. exports rise in price and our survived by his wife of 34 years, former-Cali- grams. workers and consumers suffer. fornia State Assemblywoman Wilmer Amina The number and costs of federally declared Considering the implications of currency ma- Carter, and their three daughters. disasters has been on the rise over the last 30 nipulation, it is baffling that this bill does not f years. For example, total damages from have any Currency CVD provisions but in- RECOGNIZING AARON PEARSON, 1972’s Hurricane Agnes were $2.1 billion, stead inserts legally insignificant terms that RETIRED OFFICER OF THE 1999’s Hurricane Floyd caused $6 billion in are unenforceable. Rather than focus on pro- SPRINGFIELD POLICE DEPART- damage, while Hurricane Sandy resulted in tecting the American economy and jobs, Re- MENT, FOR BEING INJURED IN $65 billion in total damage. With the multiple publicans have used H.R. 644 to weaken CVD THE LINE OF DUTY PROTECTING disaster assistance programs offered by fed- provisions, eliminate text which prohibits im- THE SPRINGFIELD COMMUNITY eral agencies in the aftermath of a disaster, ports made by forced or child labor and to in- the federal government needs to work to- sert partisan language to limit future discus- gether with state, local, tribal, and territorial sions on climate change. HON. BILLY LONG leaders to provide the right types of aid on What started as a strong bill with wide bi- OF MISSOURI time to meet critical needs. At a recent Trans- partisan support has degenerated into a weak IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portation and Infrastructure Committee Sub- bill that does not shield our economy from the Thursday, December 17, 2015 committee on Economic Development, Public machinations of foreign governments. And for Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Buildings, and Emergency Management that Mr. Speaker, I must oppose this legisla- ognize Aaron Pearson, retired officer of the roundtable, a state representative suggested tion.

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DAVID YOUNG provide a financing service that allows patients quirements for the next four fiscal years; the OF IOWA to spread out the payment of medical bills. number of personnel available currently and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Oftentimes, patients face sticker shock projected; capability gaps caused by a lack of when they discover what their out-of-pocket available personnel; and the steps the Coast Thursday, December 17, 2015 medical expenses will ultimately cost. Guard will take to address these gaps. In car- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Some plans with high deductibles force pa- rying out this requirement, it is important that today to recognize and congratulate Kenneth tients to pay $6,000 for an individual plan, or the Coast Guard take into account the need to and Phyllis Shields of Farragut, Iowa, on the $12,000 for a family plan before their health foster greater diversity at all levels of the orga- very special occasion of their 65th wedding insurance kicks in to cover medical bills. nization. Consistently deploying broad recruit- anniversary. They were married in 1950. In order to provide more financial relief to ment efforts can only strengthen the Coast Kenneth and Phyllis’ lifelong commitment to patients in my district, Beacon Health and Guard. each other and their children truly embodies CarePayment are now providing a patient- Congress must continue to ensure these our Iowa values. It is families like the Shields’ friendly, financing program. brave men and women have the necessary that make me proud to represent our great Everyone is eligible, regardless of income or authorities and resources to accomplish all state. employment status, and participating in this that they do on behalf of our Nation. H.R. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple program has no impact on the patient’s credit 4188 is a good step in that direction, and I on their 65th year together and I wish them score. congratulate my colleagues in moving this im- many more. I ask that my colleagues in the The constituents I serve are concerned with portant legislation forward. rising medical costs. United States House of Representatives join f me in congratulating them on this momentous In fact, many of them face difficult decisions occasion. when it comes to prioritizing their healthcare. CONGRATULATING ANDREW I am grateful for partnerships like the one f MEKELBURG between Beacon Health and CarePayment for TRIBUTE TO RUSSELL L. JACKSON providing patient driven solutions to Hoosiers. I will keep working on bipartisan reforms to HON. JOHN KLINE move in this direction. OF MINNESOTA HON. BRAD R. WENSTRUP IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OHIO f Thursday, December 17, 2015 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COAST GUARD AUTHORIZATION Thursday, December 17, 2015 ACT OF 2015 Mr. KLINE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- gratulate Andrew Mekelburg, Vice President of Mr. WENSTRUP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today SPEECH OF Government Affairs, upon his upcoming retire- to thank Russell L. Jackson, Jr. for his many ment after more than 36 years with Verizon years of service to Anderson Township. HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON and its preceding companies. Russ Jackson has a long history of public OF MISSISSIPPI Andy began his career with Bell Atlantic and service to Anderson Township, making invalu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone able contributions to its economic develop- Thursday, December 10, 2015 Company of D.C. Originally from Needham, ment throughout the last 20 years. Massachusetts, Andy came to Washington to With over 37 years of business experience Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- attend Georgetown University, where he ma- in the transportation industry, including leader- er, I rise in support of H.R. 4188, the Coast jored in accounting and earned a Bachelor of ship as a CEO and small business owner, Guard Authorization Act of 2015. H.R. 4188 authorizes the United States Science in Business Administration. He also Russ’s input on the Anderson Township Board Coast Guard, a critical component of the De- earned a Master of Science in Special Studies of Trustees has been invaluable. For five partment of Homeland Security, through fiscal of Telecommunications Policy from George elected terms, Russ has used his business year 2017 at $8.7 billion per year. The bill in- Washington University. acumen to help steer Anderson Township to- cludes provisions aimed at improving Coast At the Chesapeake and Potomac Telephone wards economic success. (C&P) Company he supervised a team proc- Due in part to Russ’s leadership, Anderson Guard mission effectiveness, modernizing the essing telephone bill payments. Andy next Township has experienced sustained eco- Service’s aging vessels and other assets, and served as a Supervisor and then Manager in nomic growth. More and more families are reforming U.S. maritime transportation laws. Since our Nation’s earliest years, the Coast Corporate Accounting before becoming a choosing to call Anderson Township home Guard has kept our ports and waterways se- Manager of External Affairs, State Regulatory, and more businesses are deciding to conduct cure, protected our shores and coastal com- Financial and Accounting Matters at Bell At- their business in the township. As admirable as the service Russ has pro- munities, and responded to disasters and lantic, the parent company of C&P. From 1991 to 1992, Andy was a Brookings vided to his community is the attitude with other emergencies. As Ranking Member of the Institution Congressional Fellow assigned to which he has served. Russ has worked tire- House Committee on Homeland Security, I serve in then-Congressman Amory ‘‘Amo’’ lessly to improve Anderson Township over the recognize and thank the men and women of Houghton’s (NY) office. During his fellowship, years, devoted to the big picture and listening the Coast Guard for their work, particularly Andy founded a coalition of community lead- to the people he serves without exception. their efforts at fulfilling the Coast Guard’s crit- I am grateful to have a fellow citizen in ical homeland security missions. I am pleased ers and worked with them to develop and im- southwest Ohio as committed to service and to support legislation that reauthorizes the plement economic development activities, in- progress as Russ Jackson is. Congratulations, Coast Guard to ensure that it is positioned to cluding the Western New York Tourism Coali- Russ, on your 20 years of public service, and effectively execute its eleven vital statutory tion, throughout the congressional district. He I wish you the best in all future endeavors. homeland security and non-homeland security also initiated and founded HealthNet, one of missions. the first Telemedicine networks in the nation, f Modernizing the Coast Guard’s aircraft, ves- which was comprised of twelve rural and RECOGNIZING CAREPAYMENT AND sels, and other technology is critical to its op- urban hospitals and a number of technology BEACON HEALTH SYSTEM erations. H.R. 4188 includes provisions that companies that worked together to use tele- seek to improve the Service’s acquisition proc- communications technologies to solve health HON. JACKIE WALORSKI ess and improve the quality of assets deliv- care challenges. OF INDIANA ered. The bill also requires the Department of After his fellowship concluded, Andy served IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Homeland Security to develop and present to as Director of Infrastructure Initiatives for Bell Congress a strategic plan for the Coast Atlantic. In that capacity, he worked with the Thursday, December 17, 2015 Guard’s long-term acquisition and manpower General Services Administration, the Vice Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today needs. This requirement will go a long way to President’s National Performance Review, and to acknowledge Beacon Health System in my enhancing both the DHS and Congress’ un- the City of Hagerstown, Maryland, to establish district for their collaboration with derstanding and prioritization of Coast Guard the first Federal Telecommuting Center in the CarePayment. capability needs. Washington area. He also continued to initiate

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A later merger with United States House of Representatives join GTE created Verizon in 2000, and later merg- Thursday, December 17, 2015 me in congratulating them on this momentous ers with MCI and the purchase of Vodafone’s Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I occasion. interest in VerizonWireless created the current rise today to congratulate Harlan County’s f own Jordan Smith for winning Season 9 of Verizon where Andy is finishing his distin- FIRST RESPONDERS PASSPORT The Voice, NBC’s nationwide vocal competi- guished career. ACT OF 2015 He has also served as Chairman and in a tion. leadership capacity with Signal Credit Union Jordan’s superior talent impressed all four SPEECH OF for many years. Andy has continued to focus superstar judges during the blind auditions, ig- on health care and telemedicine policy but niting a competition for Jordan’s team choice. HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE also worked on labor, immigration, environ- From the moment the world heard Jordan’s OF TEXAS ment, and other issues. He is well known and vocal debut, his powerful gift was undeniable. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES admired for his expertise, effectiveness, friend- However, it was in the conversations following Wednesday, December 16, 2015 liness, and generosity as well as his ability to his performance that Jordan shared insight to Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, as the forge effective coalitions with diverse member- his outstanding character, his determination Ranking Member of the Judiciary Sub- ships. Additionally, he is a proud member of and humility, as well as his faith in God. His committee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Se- ‘‘Red Sox Nation’’ and a long-time fan of the courage and boldness has inspired people curity, and Investigations, I rise today in strong New England Patriots. across the country, and especially in the hills support of H.R. 3750, the ‘‘First Responders Andy is a long-time resident of Maryland of Eastern Kentucky. Coach Adam Levine said Passport Act of 2015.’’ and resides in Adamstown with his wife, it best, noting Jordan as ‘‘the most important I thank Representative DARRELL ISSA and Linda. Together they have two adult children, person that’s ever been on this show.’’ the House Foreign Affairs Committee Leader- Cory and Elise. In retirement, Andy and Linda Jordan has received applause and the ut- ship, Chairman ROYCE and Ranking Member are looking forward to spending time at their most praise from some of the most talented, ENGEL for shepherding this legislation along. homes in Massachusetts and Maryland. award-winning artists across the nation, affirm- This bill amends the Passport Act of June 4, ing that his vocal gymnastics have impressed 1920 to waive passport fees for an individual f the best of the best artists. Coach Pharrell who has contracted with the U.S. government, Williams even expressed to Jordan, ‘‘God has including a volunteer, to aid a foreign country CELEBRATING THE 100TH suffering from a qualifying natural disaster. BIRTHDAY OF MS. VIRGINIA VEAL signed your voice.’’ Jordan quickly became more than a singer in a televised competition, As the African proverb goes, ‘‘in moments of but arose as a leader and inspiration during a crisis, the wise build bridges—’’ this is what HON. ANDER CRENSHAW critical time in our nation. The celebration of our first responders do: they build bridges for OF FLORIDA Jordan’s personal victory comes during a time those caught in natural disasters. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when hope is desperately needed in his In today’s world fraught with natural disas- ters from Storm Desert that our friends in the Thursday, December 17, 2015 hometown and across the country. With the looming threat of terrorism at an all-time high U.K. are facing to cyclones, hurricanes and Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, today I rise and as Jordan’s hometown region suffers from tornadoes across the globe, more than ever, it to celebrate the 100th Birthday of Ms. Virginia devastating job losses in the coal industry, he is very important that we build bridges by Inez Bates Veal on December 17, 2015. Born chose encouraging songs of hope and faith to equipping our first responders dedicated to on December 17, 1915, Ms. Veal has called transcend shared feelings of despair and fear. aiding countries across the globe suffering Jacksonville, Florida home since her family Additionally, Jordan’s performances shined a from natural disasters. According to scientists, the first half of this moved from Bartow, Florida in 1918 when she spotlight on the compassionate and talented decade featured deadly climate-related disas- was just three years old. people of Harlan County, evoking much-need- ters, among them the great floods in Thailand Virginia’s life reads right out of the pages of ed positive news stories about our region. in 2011, Hurricane Sandy in the United States a Jacksonville history book. As a young girl, It is his courage of conviction that makes in 2012, and Typhoon Haiyan in the Phil- she survived the Spanish Flu Epidemic that Jordan so much more than a vocalist on ippines in 2013. ran rampant through Florida in 1918. Her fam- stage. He is a leader of hope and faith for our ily endured the difficulties of the Great Depres- Moreover, the year 2014 was the earth’s nation and the people of Eastern Kentucky are warmest in 134 years of recorded history, and sion in the late 1920’s. And in 1934 Virginia deeply proud of his accomplishments thus far. graduated from Jacksonville’s second oldest 2015 could well turn out to be even hotter. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me According to some scientists, it is difficult to high school, and also my alma mater, Robert in applauding Jordan Smith on his monu- E. Lee High School. not draw a nexus between climate change and mental win on The Voice. I look forward to fol- some of the natural disasters we have suf- After graduation, Virginia began working at lowing the career of another talented artist Furchgott’s, a local department store, in the fered on planet earth in this decade alone. from Eastern Kentucky. In the end, climate related and natural dis- Ladies Fine Wear section. After a 20 year ca- f asters have cost the world a lot in lives as well reer she retired as the Department Manager. as economically. During this time, Virginia raised two sons, TRIBUTE TO JIM AND JOLENE In fact, according to the World Meteorolog- Lamar Jr. and Lewis, in Jacksonville’s well NELSON ical Organization, 1,300 climate-related natural known preservation area of Murray Hill. Her disasters have been recorded in Africa be- two sons, also graduates of Robert E. Lee HON. DAVID YOUNG tween 1970 to 2012. High School, went on to college and grad- OF IOWA In this time frame, these natural disasters in uated from the University of Florida. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Africa have caused the loss of 700,000 lives Virginia was married for almost 58 years to Thursday, December 17, 2015 and caused economic damage worth U.S. $26 Mr. Prentice Veal. Mr. Veal managed and billion. owned several dry cleaning plants around Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Experts inform us that in 2012 there were Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida. Vir- today to recognize and congratulate Jim and 99 natural disasters in Africa—twice the long- ginia today still enjoys cooking, gardening, vis- Jolene Nelson of Anita, Iowa, on the very spe- term average. iting with family and friends, and is very active cial occasion of their 55th wedding anniver- The passage of H.R. 3750 is very timely, in her ladies’ circle and Sunday school class sary. They were married on November 20, especially in light of recent talks in Le Bourget, at Riverside Park United Methodist Church. 1960, at the Lutheran Church in Greenfield, France at the Conference of Parties (COP 21), Mr. Speaker, I hope you will join me in wish- Iowa. with the objective of achieving a legally bind- ing Jacksonville native, Ms. Virginia Veal, a Jim and Jolene’s lifelong commitment to ing and universal agreement on climate, from very special happy 100th birthday. each other, their daughter, Janet, and their all the nations of the world.

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I’ve heard from workers, business own- suffering and reach a consensus on how we projects in downtown Somersworth, and it’s ers, environmentalists, and others about the leave our children their inheritance of the earth clear that her knowledge, compassion and importance of enforcing and strengthening our better than we found it. leadership will be greatly missed. existing trade laws and agreements. Strong Every day, hundreds of thousands of first It is with great admiration that I congratulate trade facilitation and enforcement will keep responders heed the call during natural disas- Ms. Jennifer Soldati on her retirement, and other nations accountable for the labor and ters to protect and serve the people of planet wish her the best on all future endeavors. environmental standards we set and give the earth who find themselves at the mercy of f United States the ability to take swift action mother-nature during natural disasters. against those who seek to engage in unscru- I hold in high regard the service of our first HONORING FALLEN CHICAGO pulous trade practices. responders: firefighters, law enforcement offi- FIREFIGHTER DANIEL CAPUANO The Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforce- cers, emergency response technicians, ment Act earned my support because it in- nurses, emergency room doctors, and the HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI cludes provisions that are important for my dozens of other professionals and volunteers OF ILLINOIS constituents and for employers in Oregon, and who are the ultimate public servants. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES because it provides resources and tools to From Katrina to earthquakes in Haiti and take action against trade cheats. Nepal, time and time again, first responders Thursday, December 17, 2015 This bill incorporates the ENFORCE Act to have put their lives and comfort on the line in Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to require quick action on allegations of evasion order to rescue survivors, care for those in honor Chicago Firefighter Daniel Capuano, of duties, dumping, and improper subsidies. A need, and prevent the further loss of life. who tragically lost his life while battling a blaze special enforcement fund would provide up to H.R. 3750 is very critical because it aims to on Chicago’s South Side on December 14. $30 million each year dedicated to enforcing reduce personal costs borne by first respond- Daniel Capuano began his career as a fire- trade agreements and making sure trading ers—people who help others in their time of fighter and paramedic in Lemont, Illinois, in partners meet their commitments. need. 1997. During his time in Lemont he helped It permanently establishes the Interagency According to the Global Increase in Climate- save the life of a caddy who had a heart at- Trade Enforcement Center to pursue across- Related Disasters, we face more frequent tack while working at the Cog Hill Golf Course. agency enforcement of domestic trade rights floods, storms, heat waves, and droughts In 2001, Capuano joined the Chicago Fire De- and trade laws. There are also strong provi- which are connected to greater extremes in partment where he served for 15 years. sions to put an end to importation of products temperatures and rainfall. Throughout his career, he was known for made by child and forced labor. Moreover, recent warnings by the U.S. Na- going above and beyond the call of duty. He Oregon receives funding through the State tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- was always working on making himself a bet- Trade and Export Promotion (STEP) grant tion, inform us that the global temperature is ter firefighter, including constantly taking out- program to help small businesses find new already halfway to the ‘‘two degree warming’’ side classes to learn the latest and most effec- markets for their products and boost job threshold for limiting catastrophic climatic im- tive firefighting techniques. Capuano was growth. This legislation reauthorizes STEP pacts. known for his commitment to safety and skill through 2020 and increases its funding to ex- As the evidence shows, unequivocally, the as a firefighter as he served as a training su- pand small business exports. dedication of first responders is an integral pervisor, ensuring that trainees navigated con- The Pacific Northwest is known for its great part of bringing relief to parts of the world trolled burns safely. outdoors and recreational opportunities in the where natural disasters have struck. A member of Tower Ladder 34, Daniel mountains, forests, beaches, rivers, and on I support this legislation and hope that as Capuano leaves behind his wife Julie—a Chi- the coast. Recreational outerwear businesses we move forward, we continue to engage in cago Public Schools teacher—and three chil- thrive in our region, marketing outerwear and dialogue about the fact that: dren, Amanda, Andrew, and Nick. Capuano active wear to sporting enthusiasts around the Climate impacts are not just concerns for was known for being a loving father who en- world. This legislation includes provisions that the distant future, but are already being felt by joyed watching his children play hockey. He will make these products more competitive us and our children; was a constant presence at their games, only and reverse a scheduled increase in tariffs for All countries, rich and poor are casualities of missing when he was at work. Capuano also small and medium-sized outdoor industry busi- natural disaster, but the death toll is higher assisted his children’s team by helping out as nesses. among the poor who are more likely to live in the club manager and maintained a training Mr. Speaker, as I said at the outset, this is harm’s way, such as in flood-prone areas; and building. not a perfect bill, but it is a bipartisan com- It is important to create structures that facili- Today I ask my colleagues to join me in promise. On the heels of the historic Paris Cli- tate the swift deployment of first responders to honoring Chicago Firefighter Daniel Capuano. mate Agreement, our nation will continue to people in dire need of disaster relief. A dedicated father, husband and firefighter, he lead the world in addressing climate change; f was an example of the finest that Chicago has the language in this legislation will not change HONORING MS. JENNIFER SOLDATI to offer. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to that. The Trade Facilitation and Trade Enforce- ON THE OCCASION OF HER RE- join me in remembering and honoring the life ment Act is a step forward and I look forward TIREMENT FROM GREATER of Daniel Capuano and extending condolences to continuing to work with my colleagues to SOMERSWORTH CHAMBER OF to his family. ensure that our nation has strong enforcement COMMERCE AFTER NINE AND A f mechanisms to ensure our employers and HALF YEARS AS EXECUTIVE DI- CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 644, workers can compete on a level playing field RECTOR TRADE FACILITATION AND in the global economy. TRADE ENFORCEMENT ACT OF f HON. FRANK C. GUINTA 2015 OF NEW HAMPSHIRE TRIBUTE TO CHRISTINE ROST IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEECH OF Thursday, December 17, 2015 HON. DAVID YOUNG HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI OF IOWA Mr. GUINTA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to OF OREGON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES express my congratulations to Ms. Jennifer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Soldati on her retirement after more than nine Thursday, December 17, 2015 years as Executive Director of the Greater Friday, December 11, 2015 Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Somersworth Chamber of Commerce, and Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- today to recognize and congratulate Christine thank her for the outstanding work she did port of H.R. 644, the Trade Facilitation and Rost of Hamburg, Iowa, for being selected to during her career. Trade Enforcement Act. This bill is an im- serve on the 2015–16 Region 17 4–H Youth Throughout her time at the Chamber, Ms. provement on the previous version that I op- Leadership Council. Region 17 includes Fre- Soldati fought for the interests of both large posed in June. mont, Harrison, Mills, Montgomery, Page, and

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Lori helped ex- velopment experience to 4–H and council tagious. He was dedicated to his family and pand the local foreign trade zone outside of members. The council works to identify needs, his community, always striving to enrich the the JPA boundaries to help enhance the re- share ideas, and develop a plan of action to lives of others. gion’s economic tools. Additionally, Lori spear- help assist the area within Region 17. It is be- Ezra was an accomplished young man who headed the US Vets project, securing invest- cause of leaders like Christine that the 4–H loved teaching others. His father, Ari, recently ments of over $10 million and locating 7.5 program is so successful in teaching its mem- recounted the many ways in which he helped acres for the project. The undertaking will bers valuable life skills that will prepare them his younger siblings as well as his time at serve more than 100 homeless veterans and for the future. New Hampshire’s Camp Yavneh last summer, their families. Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate where he won an award for leading campers In light of all that Lori has done for the Riv- Christine for being selected to represent 4–H in the annual sing-off. Ezra’s choice to join a erside County community and the March Joint youth throughout southwest Iowa. It is Iowans yeshiva program, combining service with Powers Authority, it is only fitting that she be like Christine that make me proud to represent learning, did not surprise anyone who knew honored for her many years of dedicated serv- our great state. I ask that my colleagues in the him. ice. Lori’s tireless passion for our military and United States House of Representatives join Spending a ‘‘gap year’’ between high school public service has contributed immensely to me in congratulating Christine for this out- and college studying at an Israeli yeshiva, the betterment of our community. I am proud standing achievement and in wishing her noth- Ezra was building a deeper connection to his to call her a fellow community member, Amer- ing but continued success. ethnic and religious roots as well as volun- ican and friend. I add my voice to the many teering his time to make a difference in the f who will be congratulating Lori on the celebra- lives of others. His was a mission of compas- tion of her retirement. PERSONAL EXPLANATION sion and humanitarianism and he was killed simply because he was Jewish. f HON. JOSEPH P. KENNEDY III Though we may never fully understand why OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL Ezra was taken so soon, his family and friends OF MASSACHUSETTS DEBT can take comfort in the full life that he led IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES while he was here. It is an honor and privilege HON. MIKE COFFMAN Thursday, December 17, 2015 for me to stand today to pay tribute to Ezra OF COLORADO Schwartz and his extraordinary young life. I Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. Speaker, today, Decem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ber 17, 2015, I was unable to vote on Roll Call extend my deepest sympathies to his parents, 703. Ari and Ruth; his siblings, Mollie, Hillel, Elon, Thursday, December 17, 2015 If I had been present, I would have sup- and Avi; his grandparents, Mark and Heni; as Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January ported H.R. 2029, the tax extenders portion of well as his many family and friends at this 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- the fiscal year 2016 omnibus spending legisla- most difficult time. Well known for his gen- fice, the national debt was tion. erosity and kind spirit, Ezra will be deeply $10,626,877,048,913.08. I would have voted in favor of this legislation missed by all of those fortunate enough to Today, it is $18,798,211,680,628.12. We’ve because it includes the extension of critical tax have known him and will serve as an inspira- added $8,171,334,631,715.04 to our debt in 6 provisions that would help millions of Amer- tion to others to make a difference in this years. This is over $8 trillion in debt our na- ican workers, students, families, and busi- world. tion, our economy, and our children could nesses. Critically, the bill makes permanent f have avoided with a balanced budget amend- three key refundable tax credits: the child tax TRIBUTE TO LORI STONE ment. credit, the Earned Income Tax Credit, and the f American Opportunity Tax Credit. Combined, these tax credits will help 24 million working HON. KEN CALVERT TRIBUTE TO CRAIG SACKETT OF CALIFORNIA families. Additionally, it includes an extension IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the research and development tax credit, a HON. DAVID YOUNG vital component of Massachusetts’s innovation Thursday, December 17, 2015 OF IOWA economy. Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES However this bill is far from perfect, and I honor and pay tribute to an individual whose Thursday, December 17, 2015 am disappointed that Congress has shunned dedication and contributions to the community its obligation to ensure these cuts are offset. of Riverside County, California are excep- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise I look forward to working with my Republican tional. Lori Stone will be retiring from the today to recognize and congratulate Craig colleagues in the months ahead to enact com- March Joint Powers Authority after a distin- Sackett, of Menlo, Iowa, for earning the Amer- prehensive reform that focuses on job creation guished career that spanned over 20 years. ican FFA Degree. Craig was recently awarded and the growth of our middle class. Lori began working with the March Joint the degree at the National FFA Convention f Powers Authority (JPA) in 1994 after stepping and Expo in Louisville, Kentucky on October forward to utilize her local knowledge of mili- 3lst. Craig was a member of the Nodaway TRIBUTE TO EZRA SCHWARTZ tary base reuse. She has served as the Exec- Valley FFA Organization and is the son of Jeff utive Director of the JPA since being promoted and Laurie Sackett. HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO in 2006. In addition to the 365-acre airport, the The American FFA Degree is awarded to OF CONNECTICUT JPA oversaw the development of the 1,200- members who have demonstrated the highest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES acre Meridian Business Park and over 600 level of commitment to FFA and made signifi- acres of land for future development. Lori de- cant accomplishments in their supervised agri- Thursday, December 17, 2015 scribed her early days with JPA as a ‘‘learn as cultural experience. Craig had to meet certain Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with the you go’’ process because of the lack of prece- requirements, such as studying agriculture for heaviest of hearts that I rise today to take a dent with local, state, and federal agencies. three years in high school, earning money in moment to remember Ezra Schwartz who, at Over the years, Lori has forged relationships an agriculture field, investing that money into only eighteen, was taken from us all too soon with the Air Force, Army, Federal Aviation Ad- business, participating in community service, when he was killed just before the Thanks- ministration, Navy, and the Department of Vet- and displaying a record of outstanding leader- giving holiday while volunteering in the West erans Affairs to assist in furthering the goals of ship ability and community involvement. Craig Bank. Ezra’s grandparents, Mark and Heni the JPA, March Air Reserve Base, and the In- spent four years in high school working to- Schwartz, have long been involved in New land Empire region. wards this ultimate goal, and through his hard Haven’s Jewish community and I am heart- Lori has amassed a large and impressive work and determination he was able to broken for their loss. list of accomplishments while working as Ex- achieve it.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:37 Dec 18, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17DE8.022 E17DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 17, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1819 Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to represent number of renewable energy plants in an in- her wonderful family, including her husband leaders like Craig in the United States Con- creasingly complex regulatory field. The proc- and daughter, who have always been by her gress and it is with great pride that I recognize ess the Board administers often requires pub- side. him today. I ask that my colleagues in the lic hearings, evidentiary hearings, and other Sonal worked tirelessly. She passionately United States House of Representatives join forms of inquiry and investigation to ensure made her case and I was proud to work with me in congratulating Craig on receiving this that high-quality service is provided by the util- her on legislation that will make a positive dif- degree and in wishing him nothing but contin- ities at rates that are just and reasonable. In ference in the lives of many. And that was ued success. short, the Vermont Public Service Board plays what was so remarkable about Sonal’s fight. f a crucial role in the lives of Vermonters. It is Even the most groundbreaking of discoveries a role that it could not have hoped to play well would likely have come too late to assist IN RECOGNITION AND HONOR OF without the sustained energy and focus that Sonal in her own struggle but she remained THE ‘‘WORLD WAR II 70TH ANNI- Sue Hudson has brought to so many facets of committed against the scourge of this disease VERSARY AND CELEBRATION OF the Board’s work. so that others might have hope. She was a DIVERSITY AND WORLD PEACE Sue Hudson has had a remarkable and hero in the ALS community and the turnout of EVENT’’ steady career at the Public Service Board. Her love and support at awareness events, at the service has spanned the terms of six Vermont celebration of her heartfelt book and at laps HON. AL GREEN governors and 24 different Board members. around the Somerset ball field demonstrated OF TEXAS She kept the wheels of regulation aligned and people were compelled by her story. The fight against this terrible disease was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in good working order through major transi- tions in the utility industry and the Board struc- made stronger by having Sonal lead it. She Thursday, December 17, 2015 ture. Through all of these changes, Sue Hud- will be missed greatly. I know I will work in Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, son remained the public face of the Board to Washington with renewed vigor for this cause today, I would like to recognize and honor the countless citizens, developers, and utility per- and will always remember Sonal’s strength as ‘‘World War II 70th Anniversary and Celebra- sonnel as they visited the Clerk’s office to we continue to work against ALS. While we have lost a beloved wife, mother, tion of Diversity and World Peace Event.’’ The make filings, ask questions, and review docu- writer, advocate and friend, let us remember ceremony, which took place on November 7, ments. While many of the cases she proc- her spirit and perseverance in our own per- 2015, was a City of Houston Citizenship essed were highly contested and involved sig- sonal struggles and let her determination for- Month event that was organized by the South- nificant public controversy, Sue Hudson’s calm ever be a source of strength for us all. ern News Group and International Trade Cen- demeanor, fair disposition, and credibility as a ter. It is estimated that approximately 25,000 Vermonter through and through have been a f people viewed the grand opening ceremony at major asset to the Public Service Board in the TRIBUTE TO TED AND JUDY Minute Maid Park. performance of its responsibilities. KENKEL The event sought to honor our veterans, Sue Hudson is a longtime resident of Hard- mark the anniversary of World War II, and cel- wick, Vermont, where she is a fully involved HON. DAVID YOUNG ebrate the diversity of Houston. Specifically, it member of the community. Her husband, Dan OF IOWA aimed to convey the message that: ‘‘America Hudson, looks forward to spending more time IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES means freedom like no other country on with her. She has two wonderful daughters Thursday, December 17, 2015 Earth.’’ The ceremony also included the and two grandchildren. As busy as Sue Hud- awarding of medals to World War II veterans son has been helping Vermonters to navigate Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise in attendance, in honor of their courageous the regulatory process, she is also an avid today to recognize and congratulate Ted and service, and the recognition of U.S. and Chi- and accomplished golfer and tennis player. Judy Kenkel of Council Bluffs, Iowa, on the nese pilots who fought in China during World And she has always found time to be very in- very special occasion of their 60th wedding War II for the Allies. volved with her church community. anniversary. They were married in 1955. In closing, Mr. Speaker, the ‘‘WWII 70th An- Through her professionalism and dedication, Ted and Judy’s lifelong commitment to each niversary and Celebration of Diversity and Sue Hudson has made a significant contribu- other and their children, Danny, Randy, Jan, World Peace Event’’ wonderfully celebrated tion to civic life in Vermont. On behalf of all and Kelly, their grandchildren, and their great- the vibrancy and diversity of the Houston com- Vermonters, I ask the House of Representa- grandsons, Dominik and Declan, truly em- munity. Moreover, I would like to extend my tives to acknowledge Sue Hudson and her re- bodies our Iowa values. It is families like the heartfelt appreciation to all at the International markable service to the people of the Green Kenkel family that make me proud to rep- Trade Center and the Southern News Group, Mountain State. resent our great state. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple under the leadership of its Chairman Wea f Lee, for their hard work in producing this im- on their 60th year together and I wish them portant event. I look forward to future enrich- CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF many more. I ask that my colleagues in the ing events and efforts. SONAL SHAH United States House of Representatives join me in congratulating them on this momentous f HON. LEONARD LANCE occasion. TRIBUTE TO SUSAN M. HUDSON OF NEW JERSEY f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF STEVEN HON. PETER WELCH Thursday, December 17, 2015 SPIELBERG IN RECEIVING THE OF VERMONT PRESIDENTIAL MEDAL OF FREE- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. LANCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to DOM honor the life of Mrs. Sonal Shah of Basking Thursday, December 17, 2015 Ridge, New Jersey, who peacefully passed Mr. WELCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to acknowl- away in November after a courageous fight HON. TED LIEU OF CALIFORNIA edge the extraordinary public service of Susan against Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis. Her life IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES M. Hudson, Clerk of the Vermont Public Serv- and advocacy were an inspiration. Undeterred ice Board for 39 years. by her diagnosis, Sonal lived every day to the Thursday, December 17, 2015 Mr. Speaker, the Vermont Public Service fullest and her personal story was a profile in Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. Speaker, I Board is Vermont’s utility regulatory commis- courage. am honored to represent the hardworking, sion, a quasi-judicial board that supervises I was privileged to know Sonal through her kind, and exceptionally creative people of Cali- Vermont’s public utilities: electric, natural gas, work on raising awareness about ALS and her fornia’s 33rd District. I would like to recognize telecommunications, and statewide energy ef- fight for a cure. She would come to Wash- the brilliant work of one of my fantastic con- ficiency. The Board regulates their rates, qual- ington to have meetings on Capitol Hill where stituents: Steven Allan Spielberg, who was re- ity of service, siting, and financial manage- she would tell her story, share the latest re- cently awarded the Presidential Medal of Free- ment. It reviews the environmental and eco- search and inform policy makers of what she dom by President Obama. nomic impacts of proposals to purchase en- and the ALS community needed in funding for His films are adored and cherished by bil- ergy supply or build new energy facilities—in- public research and to spur private invest- lions around the world. With directorial, pro- cluding conventional sources and a growing ment. It was during that time I came to know duction and writing credits for incredible films

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At the epi- Scranton got his start as the Sports Editor Indiana Jones movies, it is not surprising that center of it all is the Audubon Arts District— of Central High School’s student paper, which Mr. Spielberg is the recipient of three Oscars, the culmination of Newt Schenck’s visionary transitioned to a position at the Springfield three Golden Globes, four Emmy Awards, and leadership to breathe new life into a once-be- News-Leader when he was teenager in the fall countless other awards and a myriad of pres- leaguered area of downtown New Haven. of 1979. Ever since, he has written on area tigious nominations. He is the recipient of the An attorney at Wiggin & Dana, Newt served sporting events at every level, including the AFI Lifetime Achievement Award and has on the City’s Development Commission and 1985 Bass Pro Tournament of Champions and been awarded the Federal Cross of Merit by was a dedicated patron of the arts. He helped Jack Nicklaus’ hitting golf balls at the ‘Top of the Federal Republic of Germany and as well found the Long Wharf Theater and led the the Rock’ golf course. as an honorary Knight Commanders of the City’s Arts Council for many years. Newt un- Namely though, he has been a staple of Order of the British Empire for this work, derstood the importance of balancing revital- Missouri State University (MSU) Sports since amongst many other international honors. He ization with preservation and it was through the late 1980s and has cemented himself in is co-founder of Dreamworks Studios and this paradigm that he worked to formulate and MSU sports history. Scranton has written Amblin Entertainment. implement a master plan for what would be- about MSU basketball since the team first I believe in no uncertain terms, that Mr. come the Audubon Arts District. joined the Missouri Valley Conference, through For the better part of two decades, Newt Spielberg is our generations’ most significant the 1999 Bears’ run to the Sweet 16, and up worked to bring together the elements of his creator in the field of film. He understands the to present day with Coach Paul Lusk. His cov- vision. He wanted the arts center to be a erage of MSU football has now followed five importance cinematography has on our soci- group of arts institutions that work together, ety—especially on our children. That is why I head coaches’ tenures, spanning from Jesse where the whole is greater than its parts. He Branch to Dave Steckel. In his reporting on commend his efforts in helping the National knew it should be mixed use with arts organi- Boy Scouts of America develop a merit badge the MSU baseball team, he covered their mid- zations, businesses, and residential housing. 1990s NCAA tournament appearances, their in cinematography. Mr. Spielberg has also Older buildings would be preserved and re- College World Series contention in 2003, and taken his art and turned it into a passion for purposed and commercial development would their impressive 2015 season when the team service, establishing the Shoah Foundation In- return money to the arts. stitute for Visual History at the University of Slowly but surely that vision became a re- fell just short of another trip to Omaha. Throughout his career, Scranton built a rep- Southern California to record testimonies of ality. Today, Audubon is not only home to the utation as being an honest and to-the-point Holocaust survivors so that their stories may Arts Council, but to Educational Center for the never be forgotten. Arts, the Neighborhood Music School, the writer. Those who worked with him often re- Mr. Speaker, for his timeless cinemato- New Haven Ballet, and Creative Arts Work- mark that his genuine care for people and un- graphic accomplishments transforming modern shop, as well as local businesses like Audu- willingness to take cheap shots make him a film, our culture, and our history, I would like bon Strings, the Foundry Music Company, the rare gem from a bygone era of impartial jour- to extend my deepest gratitude to Mr. Steven Silk Road Art Gallery, and Connecticut Public nalism. He has even been a huge help to Leg- A. Spielberg. Radio. The plaza, which features beautiful endary Sportscaster Art Hains. If Art ever needs to call for an expert opinion on horse f sculptures designed by local artists, also has its own ‘‘walk of fame’’ with stars honoring racing, auto racing dating back to Larry Phil- PERSONAL EXPLANATION New Haven arts leaders. lips at the Ozark Empire Fairgrounds Track, or The plaque, designed and installed by the NBA, Lyndal is Art’s go-to man. HON. KAY GRANGER Westville sculptor Gar Waterman, is a special All of his peers know—Hains included—that despite his making his living as a sports jour- OF TEXAS tribute to Newt’s legacy. Below a beautiful re- nalist, Scranton was first and foremost a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lief of a tree, it reads: ‘‘In honor of Charles Newton Schenck III, Attorney at Wiggin & sports fan. He is an avid supporter of the St. Thursday, December 17, 2015 Dana who, in collaboration with the City of Louis Cardinals, the L.A. Lakers, loves to Ms. GRANGER. Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call New Haven, with vision and persistence led bowl, and also enjoys watching horse races at 697, I would like to be recorded as voting Yea. the Arts Council in its development of the Au- Oaklawn—that’s not to mention that he makes On Roll Call 696, I would like to be recorded dubon Arts Center 1965 to 1990.’’ some of the best bar-b-que in the Ozarks. as voting Yea. Charles Newton ‘‘Newt’’ Schenck, through Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Missouri’s Sev- On Roll Call 695, I would like to be recorded his work with the Arts Council and the devel- enth Congressional District, I extend my ap- as voting Yea. opment of the Audubon Arts District, changed preciation to him for his dedication to sports On Roll Call 694, I would like to be recorded the face of our community and planted the journalism in our community and wish him the as voting Yea. seeds for the New Haven arts community that best of luck in his well-deserved retirement. f flourishes as a whole today. I am honored to f join the City of New Haven and the New HONORING THE LATE CHARLES Haven Arts Council in paying tribute to his in- TRIBUTE TO CATHIE ALFF NEWTON ‘‘NEWT’’ SCHENCK FOR valuable contributions to our community and in HIS INVALUABLE CONTRIBU- extending my heartfelt thanks to his wife, Ann, HON. DAVID YOUNG TIONS TO THE COMMUNITY for sharing him with us for so many years. The OF IOWA Audubon Arts District is a haven for artists of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO all mediums, of all ages, and of all talents— Thursday, December 17, 2015 a legacy that will inspire the beauty and magic OF CONNECTICUT Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise of the arts for generations to come. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to recognize and congratulate Cathie f Thursday, December 17, 2015 Alff of Anita, Iowa, for being selected as a HONORING THE CAREER OF 2015 Hospital Hero by the Iowa Hospital As- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, just a few LYNDAL SCRANTON, SPRING- sociation. Cathie was one of 10 Iowans recog- weeks ago, community leaders and arts advo- FIELD NEWS-LEADER SPORTS nized with this honor. cates from across the City of New Haven JOURNALIST, AND CONGRATU- As a certified nurse’s aide in the Cass gathered to pay tribute to the late Charles LATING HIM ON HIS RETIRE- County Health System, Cathie is known for Newton ‘‘Newt’’ Schenck and honor his legacy MENT her compassionate and caring treatment for with the dedication of a plaque at the Audubon each and every one of her patients. She un- Arts Center in the heart of the City’s Arts Dis- HON. BILLY LONG derstands that the relationships she builds trict. I am proud to take a moment today to with them is the most important aspect of her OF MISSOURI stand and join the City and its arts community job. Her number one priority is ensuring their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in honoring Newt for his outstanding contribu- quality care and treatment throughout their en- tions. Thursday, December 17, 2015 tire stay. Today, the City of New Haven enjoys a Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, I commend Cathie for receiv- thriving, vibrant arts community with local the- honor the remarkable 36-year career of ing this prestigious 2015 Hospital Hero award.

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Student veterans at Northeastern benefit tember, the university signed a $20 million co- f from the university’s renowned experiential operation agreement with the U.S. Army Re- learning infrastructure through specialized co- search Laboratory to continue conducting crit- CONGRATULATIONS TO PIKEVILLE operative education placements within a global ical defense research. PANTHERS FOOTBALL TEAM network of 3,000 employers. And with CAVS Mr. Speaker, Northeastern’s unique military- now coming online, these students can also aligned ecosystem provides veterans with HON. HAROLD ROGERS access tailored experiential learning programs more opportunities to explore different career OF KENTUCKY and career resources that leverage their paths, to learn how to better translate skills for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES unique individual competencies and prior mili- the civilian job market, and to build relation- tary experience. ships among the community. I commend Thursday, December 17, 2015 Mr. Speaker, despite a slowly improving un- Northeastern, under the visionary leadership Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I employment rate, veterans nationwide consist- of President Joseph Aoun, for undertaking this rise today to pay tribute to Coach Chris ently face greater barriers to employment than important work. McNamee and the Pikeville Panthers High non-veterans. According to the Department of Northeastern’s attention to veteran edu- School Football team for winning the 2015 Veterans Affairs, half of all veterans in the cation and transitional needs is deeply appre- Kentucky High School Athletic Association 1A United States will face a period of unemploy- ciated. I urge all of my colleagues to take the Class State Championship title for the first ment after transitioning from military service— time to review this important effort. time since winning three straight from 1987 to particularly younger veterans, with those aged f 1989. 18–24 facing an unemployment rate double On December 3, 2015 at Western Kentucky that of civilian peers. In a report by Prudential PROTECTING AMERICANS FROM University in the Houchens Stadium, the prepared in conjunction with the Iraq and Af- TAX HIKES ACT OF 2015 Pikeville Panthers put their skill and heart to ghanistan Veterans of America, 69 percent of the test against the Beechwood Tigers, a high veterans list finding a job as a civilian as their HON. TERRI A. SEWELL school team from Northern Kentucky with a greatest challenge after service. OF ALABAMA legacy steeped in state titles. The two teams That’s why I am so pleased to see that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES battled hard for each inch on the field with a Northeastern’s new center expands the univer- Thursday, December 17, 2015 tied score of 21-all leading into the final quar- sity’s focus on student veteran employability ter, proving they both deserved to compete for by focusing on the education and career ad- Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, state bragging rights. With victory in sight, the vancement of returning service members. It’s today I rise to express my strong concerns for Panthers battled back for three remarkable clear that Northeastern recognizes the con- the ‘‘Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act touchdowns in the last nine minutes of the tributions and sacrifices of service members of 2015.’’ I want to commend Ranking Mem- game. The final score was 42 to 28, giving and is committed to providing student veterans ber LEVIN and the Democratic leadership for Coach McNamee his first Championship as with an experiential education that allows them their strong, unwavering support for hard- the Panthers’ coach. to leverage their unique leadership skills for working families across our country during The Panthers’ win brought some much- their future careers. these difficult negotiations for a comprehen- needed celebration back to the coalfields of Mr. Speaker, this work is not new for North- sive tax extenders package. While I support a Eastern Kentucky, where we’ve lost more than eastern. In fact, the university has a proud, strong tax policy that provides certainty to indi- 9,000 coal mining jobs since 2009. These 100-year legacy of educating veterans and viduals and American businesses, I have a young men have undoubtedly seen the impact service members. Today, Northeastern ranks number of concerns with respect to the final first hand, as many of them have fathers or among the top 10 private, non-profit, research provisions of the package and the ultimate other family members who have recently been universities for attracting post-9/11 G.I. Bill re- cost of the bill. laid off from the coal mines. Through sheer cipients. And the university also signed a first- Our nation’s tax code should continue to determination and hard work, they proved that of-its-kind agreement earlier this year to offer evolve in order to reflect and meet the chal- we can rise above our challenges and accelerated master’s degrees in homeland se- lenges facing modern businesses. It should daunting circumstances to bring hope and vic- curity to members of the National Guard. also create opportunities for growth, without tory back to the mountains. Northeastern is building on its strong track undermining critical social programs that ben- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me record of educating and preparing student vet- efit all Americans. in congratulating Coach McNamee and the erans for the future: Northeastern’s student This package includes several provisions I Pikeville Panthers for bringing the highly cov- veteran graduation rate is 82.6 percent, well strongly support, including permanent expan- eted state title back home to the mountains of above the national average of 51 percent. sions of the earned income tax credit, the Eastern Kentucky. I wish them all the best of Through its Institute for Military Leadership in child tax credit, and the American opportunity luck in the years to come. the Workforce, Northeastern’s new veterans tax credit. The package also provides a two- f center will serve all aspects of veterans’ inte- year moratorium on the medical device tax gration into academia and will link students to and extends the work opportunity tax credit to COMMENDING NORTHEASTERN strategic partners in the private sector. Based help employers that hire Americans who have UNIVERSITY ON THE OPENING in Boston, the center’s reach and impact will faced significant barriers to employment. This OF ITS CENTER FOR THE AD- extend worldwide to veterans within bill also provides incentives to individuals for VANCEMENT OF VETERANS AND Northeastern’s Global Network. charitable contributions and for businesses to SERVICE MEMBERS (CAVS) Mr. Speaker, today there are some 600 stu- continue to invest in critical research and de- dent veterans and active duty personnel cur- velopment. HON. SETH MOULTON rently receiving benefits and support at North- However as with most legislation, these tax OF MASSACHUSETTS eastern, a population that is expected to con- cuts and extenders have a huge price tag. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinue to grow in the wake of the opening of the The Joint Committee on Taxation (JCT) esti- center. The university’s commitment to vet- mates that the provisions would reduce net Thursday, December 17, 2015 erans now totals some $4 million, including its revenues, and thereby increase deficits, by a Mr. MOULTON. Mr. Speaker, at a time assistance through the federal Yellow Ribbon total of $622 billion over 10 years. I am deeply when employment rates for many student vet- Program, the support and operation of the concerned that passing this tax extenders erans continue to lag behind those of their ci- new center, and the establishment of a new package without offsetting its cost would vilian peers, I rise today to commend North- scholarship program to aid veterans with costs greatly undermine our ability to make key dis- eastern University for launching a new center not otherwise provided for through the govern- cretionary investments in the future that would aimed at tackling this urgent challenge head ment’s benefits. hinder job creation, and lessen opportunities on. Northeastern’s new Center for the Ad- Additionally, Northeastern has more than 90 that make the American dream possible for vancement of Veterans and Service Mem- ongoing research projects funded by the De- millions of families across our great nation.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:37 Dec 18, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17DE8.036 E17DEPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1822 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 17, 2015 We know that every dollar in lost revenue proach to security, micro-segmentation, was Micro-segmentation allows enterprise must be made up somewhere else in the described in detail by Unisys Vice President managers to divide physical networks quick- budget. And far too often, my Republican col- Tom Patterson at the 2nd Annual Cyber Edu- ly and easily into hundreds or thousands of cation Summit held at Augusta University on logical micro networks, or microsegments. leagues have sought to do this by reducing Setting up microsegments keeps the dif- spending in critically important domestic October 14–15, 2015. I would like to submit a ferent parts of an organization logically sep- spending programs such as infrastructure de- short excerpt of Mr. Patterson’s remarks as it arate, thus lowering the intrusion risk. If a velopment, education, social security, and in- outlines the core of this important initiative. breach happens, the intruder can only see creased healthcare access. Our original approach to cybersecurity is one segment. As Members of Congress, it is our responsi- no longer working. Recently, we have Micro-segmentation works at the Internet bility to pass sensible and pragmatic legisla- watched as companies, governments, and in- packet level, cryptographically sealing each tion that not only aids industry, but also grows stitutions report system breaches on a near- packet so that only packets within the ap- the paychecks of hard-working families and in- ly weekly basis. It is clear that core assump- proved microsegment are processed. tions and approaches that defined our old se- vests in the future of our children. We must curity models are failing. For every packet, the data is completely weigh this tax extenders package against its We rely on computing and communications encrypted, and the routing information in long-term impact on Congress’ ability to help systems that are critical to our financial the headers is cryptographically sealed to businesses create jobs and opportunities, systems, health care providers, schools, gov- ensure only authorized delivery. Users can grow our economy, invest in our aging infra- ernments, and business enterprises. It’s not only send and receive packets for a specified group. structure, strengthen our national security, and just our computers that are at risk. Increas- provide our senior citizens with the opportunity ingly, cyber-attacks jeopardize careers, wal- Micro-segmentation is implemented by lets, companies, infrastructure, and even to retire with dignity. The American people de- software, and it therefore operates inde- lives. Adversaries boldly wield the power to pendent of any given network topology or serve a more balanced bill that offsets its cost, access personal and corporate data online network hardware. Organizations have a sin- and helps both individuals and businesses eq- and take control of systems throughout our gle security model that works equally well uitably across the board. interconnected world. in local data centers and the public cloud. I urge my colleagues to review this legisla- A fresh approach to security is needed. The With micro-segmentation, organizations can tion carefully, with a focus on our nation’s fu- new approach must account for our modern extend security to the cloud while retaining ture. infrastructure—employees work from home, control of data in motion and the keys that users need access to information on mobile f secure it. Micro-segmentation enables access devices, and supply chains are integrated and to the benefits of the cloud—cost savings and A NEW APPROACH TO interdependent. The new approach should network flexibility—without sacrificing se- CYBERSECURITY also accommodate changes in the adver- curity. Micro-segmentation can be quickly saries. Attackers are both more skilled and and easily implemented within virtual ma- more motivated. New cybersecurity systems chines to defend against side-channel at- HON. RICK W. ALLEN need to assume that infiltrations will occur tacks and other risks that are specific to OF GEORGIA and must provide tools to localize and limit cloud architectures. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the damage. At the core of this new approach is micro- Micro-segmentation makes it easier to in- Thursday, December 17, 2015 segmentation. If segmentation is analogous tegrate component suppliers by providing Mr. ALLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak to a bank vault, micro-segmentation is akin just the right amount of access. Micro-seg- to the many safe deposit boxes within the mentation can also protect legacy systems, about an effort by Unisys, a global technology allowing organizations to use older operating company with a presence in my district, aimed vault. Micro-segmentation is much more secure systems while keeping them isolated from at significantly lowering the cyber risks being and inclusive, and easier to implement and newer systems. faced by our citizens and our government. manage. It embraces new technologies like By embracing a new approach to cyberse- Cyber-attacks are increasing and leaders in clouds, and new business models like inte- curity, we can dramatically increase the government and industry are seeking new ap- grated supply chains. It delivers real results strength of our networks and confront the proaches to protect critical data. One new ap- that are cost-effective and resource efficient. new threat with new tools.

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