June 24, 2010 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1187 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- I have no doubt that her kind demeanor left a THE SWEEP ACT SARY OF THE WILDCATS OF lasting impression on the people of Chau- TRAINING SQUADRON TEN tauqua County. HON. GLENN C. NYE We are truly blessed to have such strong in- OF VIRGINIA HON. JEFF MILLER dividuals with a desire to make this county the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF FLORIDA wonderful place that we all know it can be. Thursday, June 24, 2010 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. Manzoa is one of those people and that Mr. NYE. Madam Speaker, on Tuesday I in- Thursday, June 24, 2010 is why, Madam Speaker, I rise in tribute to her troduced, with my colleague Mr. WILSON, the Stop Waste by Eliminating Excessive Pro- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Madam Speaker, it today. grams Act, otherwise known as the SWEEP is with great pleasure I rise to recognize the act. The bill will reduce wasteful government 50th anniversary of the Wildcats of Training f spending by creating a means to review and Squadron Ten. Through times of war and HONORING RON GETTELFINGER abolish federal programs that are inefficient, through times of peace, the Wildcats have FOR HIS LEADERSHIP OF THE unnecessary, or outdated. served our country with great distinction and UAW Back home in Hampton Roads and the valor. For that reason, I am proud to recognize Eastern Shore of Virginia, families sit around the Wildcats of Squadron Ten for their excep- the kitchen table, forced to make tough deci- tional training and excellent performance over SPEECH OF sions about their budget and where they need the last 50 years. to trim back—it’s time Congress acted with the From the first day the squadron was com- HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY same responsibility. missioned, the Wildcats of Training Squadron OF INDIANA We have already taken several important Ten have continued the legacy of training a steps toward fiscal restraint and responsibility, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES new generation of pilots with the skill and will such as voting to install statutory Pay-Go to fight and win. Today, Training Squadron Wednesday, June 23, 2010 budget rules. Another area of spending Con- Ten trains more than 300 Naval Flight Officers gress has tackled is the Congressional pay and Air Force Weapons System Officers annu- Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with raise. Voted in favor of before I took office, I ally, and flies approximately 13,400 flight great pleasure that I take this time to honor immediately took my unnecessary raise and hours each year. one of America’s great leaders, retiring presi- donated it to Vetshouse, a local organization Throughout the squadron’s history, the Wild- dent of the United Auto Workers Union, Ron in my district that supports homeless veterans. cats have been awarded with numerous Gettelfinger. Mr. Gettelfinger served as presi- In addition, I, joined by many of my col- awards and honors. In 1978 they were award- dent of the UAW from 2002 until 2010. leagues, successfully voted to stop the Con- ed the Towers Award. Training Squadron gressional pay raise for this year and the next. Mr. Gettelfinger became a member of the Ten’s extensive energy conservation efforts But these efforts are just the tip of the iceberg. and improved efficiency standards won the UAW in 1964 when he became a chassis line It is clear that we need a more comprehen- Secretary of the Navy’s Energy Conservation repairman in Ford’s Louisville factory. In 1984 sive approach to reducing the federal govern- Award in 1995, 1996, and 2002. Furthermore, Mr. Gettelfinger was elected by the member- ment footprint and my bill will do just this. the safety initiatives implemented by VT-10 ship of the UAW Local 862 chapter in Louis- Across the various federal agencies and bu- have earned the squadron 21 Chief of Naval ville to represent them as their committee per- reaus, the government supports tens of thou- Operations Safety Awards. son, bargaining chair, and president, and in sands of programs. Many of which have been Madam Speaker, on behalf of the United 1992 Mr. Gettelfinger was elected to be the di- continuing for years without proper Congres- States Congress, I am privileged to recognize rector of UAW’s Region 3, which represents sional oversight or authorization. In effect, the Wildcats for going above and beyond the the UAW membership of Indiana and Ken- these programs continue to receive funding call of duty on their 50th anniversary. To this tucky. Then in 1998 Mr. Gettelfinger was without proving their merit. day, the Wildcats of Training Squadron Ten elected vice president of the UAW, and he What’s more, without a thorough inventory, continue to provide the highest quality training served in that position until June 5, 2002, duplicative programs have cropped up across to our nation’s aviators. As they remain reso- when at the UAW’s 33rd constitutional con- agency lines, wasting precious taxpayer dol- lute and steadfast to doing their part to defend vention Mr. Gettelfinger was elected president. lars on activities that are being performed our country, we must do our part to remember elsewhere. their unwavering commitment with our hearts Throughout Mr. Gettelfinger’s rise to the top The SWEEP Act is a three step approach and minds. within the UAW he was driven by the sole pur- that will make sure inefficient, duplicative, or f pose of fighting for the rights of the American wasteful programs are eliminated. worker. He fought for fair trade agreements The first step is to review current funding HONORING MS. FEDORA MANZOA that would protect the rights and health of authorizations by creating a bi-partisan Sunset American workers and the environment. He Commission. The Commission will examine HON. BRIAN HIGGINS steadfastly worked to prevent a race to the each and every government-funded program OF NEW YORK bottom environment in countries around the to determine its worth based on proven out- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES world, and was an outspoken advocate for a comes, cost-effectiveness, scope of interest, and whether a duplicative program exists. Thursday, June 24, 2010 national single-payer health care system. He fought for all of these ideals while having to The second step will require the Commis- Mr. HIGGINS. Madam Speaker, I rise today lead the UAW through the worst economic sion to submit a report to Congress annually, to pay tribute to the years of service given to downturn since the Great Depression, and I analyzing each program reviewed. This report the people of Chautauqua County by Ms. Fe- wish there were more exemplary fighters out will recommend whether each program as- dora Manzoa. Ms. Manzoa served her con- there like Ron Gettlefinger. sessed should be abolished, consolidated, stituency faithfully and justly during her tenure transferred, reorganized or remain untouched. as the Portland Tax Collector. Mr. Speaker, at this time I ask that you and The final step will require the Commission to Public service is a difficult and fulfilling ca- my other distinguished colleagues join me in submit a legislative proposal to Congress, reer. Any person with a dream may enter but commending Mr. Ron Gettelfinger for his 46 which contains all programs recommended for only a few are able to reach the end. Ms. years of service as both a member and leader reform or repeal. This legislation will be fast Manzoa served her term with her head held of the United Auto Workers Union, and in tracked and must receive an up or down vote high and a smile on her face the entire way. wishing him all the best in his retirement. by Congress within a month of the proposal. ∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:10 Jun 25, 2010 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K24JN8.001 E24JNPT1 pwalker on DSK8KYBLC1PROD with REMARKS E1188 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 24, 2010 Our current deficits are unsustainable and, if of 1984, after which, the First Calvary Baptist HONORING FIRST SERGEANT left unchecked, will weaken America’s stand- Church called Rev. Jones to serve as interim QUINTIN WATERMAN, UNITED ing in the world. Congress has a responsibility Pastor for one year. Rev. Jones was called to STATES ARMY to correct these irresponsible financial prac- the pastorate of the First Calvary Baptist tices that continue to undermine the long term Church in June of 1985. HON. JOHN CAMPBELL economy and national security of America. Reverend Jones has been a man of vision OF CALIFORNIA The SWEEP Act is a bold step forward that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will allow Congress to roll up its sleeves and and great faith, leading his congregation to Thursday, June 24, 2010 clean house. spiritual heights and service not only to each I strongly urge all Members of the House to other but, most importantly to those in the Mr. CAMPBELL. Madam Speaker, I rise support this endeavor to provide legislative community. Under his leadership the church today to pay tribute to First Sergeant Quintin oversight and, program by program, rein in ex- has started an Outreach Ministry; Vacation Waterman, United States Army. First Sergeant cessive government spending. Bible School; a soup kitchen which also dis- Waterman has served a distinguished career f tributes clothing to the needy and homeless; in the United States Army, spanning nearly provided clothing and other needed items to thirty years, concluding here in the United HONORING 200TH ANNIVERSARY OF the Renaissance Women’s Facility and home States House of Representatives as the very THE IRON AND STEEL INDUSTRY goods and toys to the mothers and children of first senior Non-Commissioned Officer to serve IN COATESVILLE the Rose Kennedy Home for Displaced Moth- as a Legislative Liaison Officer.