September 14, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E837 RECOGNIZING LIEUTENANT HONORING THE STATE ACCREDI- Gene that with a little audacity and a lot of COLONEL HARRY V. SHOOP TATION OF MADERA COMMUNITY hard work, achieving his dreams was possible. COLLEGE CENTER In his 81 years, Gene served in countless HON. BRAD R. WENSTRUP leadership positions across the country, from Major General in the Air National Guard; Uni- OF OHIO HON. JIM COSTA versity President at lllinois State, West Virginia IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Kansas; and a newspaper executive and Monday, September 14, 2020 author, just to name a few. Despite his lengthy Monday, September 14, 2020 Mr. WENSTRUP. Madam Speaker, I rise to educational career, anyone who knew Gene recognize the late LTC Harry Shoop who Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to knew his deep passion for baseball and that passed away on August 19, at the age of 99. recognize the state accreditation of Madera he wore his love for the game, and the Yan- LTC Shoop joined the Army in 1940, serving Community College, which becomes the 116th kees, on his sleeve. Gene was the last Presi- in Ohio’s 37th and 38th Infantry Divisions. campus of the state’s community college sys- dent of the American League, where he cele- He demonstrated integrity and valor in the tem. It is the newest college in California. brated diversity and hired Larry Doby, the first In 1958, State Center Community College Pacific during World War II, serving as platoon Black player in the American League, as an District began offering classes at Madera High sergeant for Company B and Company H of assistant. The Charleston RiverDogs brought School with 158 students enrolled in 19 the 149th Infantry Regiment. I was proud to Gene back to his childhood barter with Bill evening classes. In 1989, the Madera Com- present him with his Purple Heart at a 2017 Veeck, but this time, he was shaking hands munity College Center was then relocated and ceremony, when he was also awarded his with his son, Mike Veeck. In the 14 years that established in a portable building at James long overdue Bronze Star and World War II Gene served as co-owner, it was clear how Madison Elementary School. Service Medal. much the franchise loved Gene. We will all Throughout the years, the institution has miss his kind presence. I am eternally grateful for LTC Shoop for his grown and expanded by establishing buildings, Gene is survived by Gretchen, his wife of 57 outstanding 31-year military career. I also laboratories, food services, large instruction years, his three children, and his siblings. The thank him for his lifelong commitment to serv- classrooms, vocational training courses, certifi- Lowcountry mourns this loss but will remem- ing the people of Ohio and this great nation. cations and offering more than 360 courses. In ber Gene for the life he lived as a loving fa- I pray that God will bring comfort to LTC fall 2009, the Center for Advanced Manufac- ther, a leader full of wit and integrity, and an Shoop’s family and friends, and all those in turing (CAM) was established to offer me- avid fan of all things baseball. the community grieving his loss. chanic and welding programs. Recently, the f May God bless them. college added the Center for Agriculture and Technology (CAT) which provides laboratory, TRIBUTE TO MARC AARONS f vocational training programs and various agri- CONGRATULATING HANNAH culture programs in plant science, agriculture HON. KEN CALVERT STRAIN AS A WINNER OF THE mechanics, industrial maintenance and weld- OF CALIFORNIA 2018 FFA NATIONAL AGRI- ing. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CULTURE PROFICIENCY AWARD Because of the leadership of then Chan- Monday, September 14, 2020 cellor Dr. Bill F. Stewart and Vice Chancellor of External Relations Dr. Tom Crow, a dona- Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today HON. JASON SMITH tion of 114 acres was made by local land- to honor and pay tribute to an individual OF MISSOURI owners to establish the expanded current whose dedication and contributions to South- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES campus. Today, Madera Community College ern California are exceptional. Today, I ask Monday, September 14, 2020 Center serves more than 6,123 students, with the House of Representatives to join me in comprehensive and innovative programs in congratulating Marc Aarons on his year as the Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Madam Speaker, I transfer/general education, occupational edu- District Governor of Rotary District 5320. rise today to congratulate Hannah Strain of cation, distance learning courses, online learn- Marc’s Rotary career began in 1997, and Rolla, Missouri for being selected as a winner ing and developmental education. The Center since then his involvement in the organization of the 2018 National Agricultural Proficiency continues to provide an affordable, quality has been expansive. Today, he is a member Award for her Supervised Agricultural Experi- education for the residents of Madera County of the Rotary Club of Newport Balboa and has ence (SAE) project at the 91st National FFA and nearby communities in the San Joaquin been recognized with several awards, includ- Convention & Expo. Valley. ing the Cliff Docterman Award, for his dedica- The SAE project is one that every FFA Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join tion to the organization. Throughout his years member completes, compelling them to apply me in recognizing this historical moment and of service, Marc has served as the Rotary what they are learning in the classroom while the success of the Madera Community Col- Club of Newport Balboa’s Treasurer, Voca- gaining hands-on career experience as an ag- lege. This could not have been possible with- tional Chair, VP Ethics, International Chair, ricultural entrepreneur. Out of the 600,000- out the dedication and contributions of their and Immediate Past President. plus FFA members nationwide, Hannah is one staff, faculty, administrators and community His service goes beyond Newport Balboa as of 188 national finalists who will be competing leaders. I look forward to seeing the future Marc has served Southern California as Ro- this month in Indianapolis. This is an enor- achievements and success of our students, tary District 5320’s District Governor for the mous accomplishment for Hannah and a his- the leaders of tomorrow. 2019–2020 year. Previously, he was an As- torical milestone for the Rolla FFA chapter. f sistant District Governor from 2013–2015 and Hannah started a hay business in conjunc- a member of the District’s Advisory Board tion with her family’s beef ranch, Elk Prairie GENE BUDIG from 2015 to 2017. Marc has also served as Farms LLC, where she manages grazing for a member of the Foundation Committee, the the cattle and produces and sells hay to local HON. JOE CUNNINGHAM Training Committee, and the Membership farmers and ranchers. She won the local, OF SOUTH CAROLINA Committee. area, and state proficiency award contests, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A proud Eagle Scout, Marc’s character and propelling her to the national convention. Han- dedication to service have been largely influ- nah excelled at this project because of her Monday, September 14, 2020 enced by his involvement with the Boy Scouts knowledge and ability in growing, managing, Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise of America. He has received awards and rec- marketing and selling hay. today in remembrance of Dr. Gene Budig of ognition for his service to the Scouts around Hannah has since moved on to the Univer- lsle of Palms, South Carolina. Gene was the world, including in Sweden, South Africa, sity of Missouri, where she is studying Agricul- raised in the small town of McCook, Nebraska and Germany. He also served as the Boy tural Education and Leadership, hoping to where his love of baseball began at age 12. Scout’s International Committee Chairman for work in community outreach for an agri- He wrote to then St. Louis Browns owner, Bill Orange County. business. It is my great privilege to congratu- Veeck, asking for a tryout and received a let- Marc is a Certified Senior Advisor who has late Hannah Strain before the United States ter back informing Gene that he could have a extensively studied the financial, physical, House of Representatives on her remarkable tryout under the stipulations that he graduate emotional, and personal issues affecting to- achievement. high school. This formative moment taught day’s business owners. After living in Japan, VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:44 Sep 15, 2020 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A14SE8.008 E14SEPT1 SSpencer on DSK126QN23PROD with REMARKS E838 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks September 14, 2020 Marc speaks fluent Japanese and has vast agribusiness program at Santa Clara Univer- dents. Dr. Ambler’s strategies and teaching knowledge of Japanese culture and world sity and he received an honorary doctorate skills included technology-based learning and markets. Marc is married to Xiaowen and to- degree from Fresno State. Both of these insti- contacting students who stopped attending gether they enjoy serving their community, try- tutions offer scholarships in his honor. class to invite them back. As a result, comple- ing new restaurants and barbequing. He is survived by his loving and devoted tion rates in his section and average scores In light of all that Marc has done for South- wife of over 70 years, Bernice, his six kids: on standardized tests were higher than in ern California and Orange County, I am hon- Anne Franson and husband Don, Nancy other sections of the same class.