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| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgD1134-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCMEETINGS | D1134 | D1134 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1134 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1134] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No committee meetings were held. | |||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgD1134-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/NEW PUBLIC LAWS | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDNEWPUBLAWS | D1134 | D1134 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "437"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1466"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2192"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2486"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2618"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2655"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2873"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "3014"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4012"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4302"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. D1134 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1134] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] NEW PUBLIC LAWS (For last listing of Public Laws, see Daily Digest, p. D1131) H.R. 4818, making appropriations for foreign operations, export financing, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005. Signed on December 8, 2004. (Public Law 108-447) S. 2618, to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to extend medicare cost-sharing for the medicare part B premium for qualifying individuals through September 2005. Signed on December 8, 2004. (Public Law 108-448) H.R. 2655, to amend and extend the Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998. Signed on December 10, 2004. (Public Law 108-449) H.R. 4302, to amend title 21, District of Columbia Official Code, to enact the provisions of the Mental Health Civil Commitment Act of 2002 which affect the Commission on Mental Health and require action by Congress in order to take effect. Signed on December 10, 2004. (Public Law 108-450) S. 437, to provide for adjustments to the Central Arizona Project in Arizona, to authorize the Gila River Indian Community water rights settlement, to reauthorize and amend the Southern Arizona Water Rights Settlement Act of 1982. Signed on December 10, 2004. (Public Law 108- 451) S. 1466, to facilitate the transfer of land in the State of Alaska. Signed on December 10, 2004. (Public Law 108-452) S. 2192, to amend title 35, United States Code, to promote cooperative research involving universities, the public sector. Signed on December 10, 2004. (Public Law 108-453) S. 2486, to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve and enhance housing, education, and other benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs. Signed on December 10, 2004. (Public Law 108-454) S.… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgD1134 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/House of Representatives | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCHAMBER | D1134 | D1134 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1134 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1134] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page D1134]] House of Representatives Chamber Action The House was not in session today. The House will meet at 12 noon on Tuesday, January 4, 2005 for the convening of the One Hundred Ninth Congress. | |||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgD1135-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDENDMATTER | D1135 | D1136 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1135 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D1135-D1136] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRESSIONAL RECORD (USPS 087�09390). The public proceedings of each House of Congress, as reported by the Official Reporters thereof, are printed pursuant to directions of the Joint Committee on Printing as authorized by appropriate provisions of Title 44, United States Code, and published for each day that one or both Houses are in session, excepting very infrequent instances when two or more unusually small consecutive issues are printed at one time. Public access to the Congressional Record is available online through GPO Access, a service of the Government Printing Office, free of charge to the user. The online database is updated each day the Congressional Record is published. The database includes both text and graphics from the beginning of the 103d Congress, 2d session (January 1994) forward. It is available through GPO Access at www.gpo.gov/gpoaccess. Customers can also access this information with WAIS client software, via telnet at swais.access.gpo.gov, or dial-in using communications software and a modem at (202) 512�091661. Questions or comments regarding this database or GPO Access can be directed to the GPO Access User Support Team at: E-Mail: gpoaccess@gpo.gov; Phone 1�09888�09293�096498 (toll-free), 202�09512�091530 (D.C. area); Fax: 202�09512�091262. The Team's hours of availability are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, except Federal holidays. �1AThe Congressional Record paper and 24x microfiche edition will be furnished by mail to subscribers, free of postage, at the following prices: paper edition, $217.00 for six months, $434.00 per year, or purchased for $6.00 per issue, payable in advance; microfiche edition, $141.00 per year, or purchase… | |||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgD1135 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/Resume of Congressional Activity | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDRESUMEONGOING | D1135 | D1135 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1135 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1135] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] *These figures include all measures reported, even if there was no accompanying report. A total of 6 reports have been filed in the Senate, a total of 14 reports have been filed in the House. [[Page D1135]] Resume of Congressional Activity SECOND SESSION OF THE ONE HUNDRED EIGHTH CONGRESS The first table gives a comprehensive resume of all legislative business transacted by the Senate and House. The second table accounts for all nominations submitted to the Senate by the President for Senate confirmation. DATA ON LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY January 20 through December 8, 2004 Senate House Total Days in session............... 133 110 . . Time in session............... 1,031 hrs., 31 879 hrs., 3 . . Congressional Record: Pages of proceedings........... 12,087 11,057 . . Extension of Remarks........... . . 2,201 . . Public bills enacted into law. 79 177 256 Private bills enacted into law 2 3 5 Bills in conference........... 10 9 . . Measures passed, total........ 663 747 1,410 Senate bills................... 192 86 . . House bills.................... 216 332 . . Senate joint resolutions....... 6 … | |||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2203-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | DIRECTING CLERK OF THE HOUSE TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS IN ENROLLMENT OF H.R. 4818 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2203 | E2203 | [{"name": "Tom Udall", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "528"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2203 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2203] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] DIRECTING CLERK OF THE HOUSE TO MAKE TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS IN ENROLLMENT OF H.R. 4818 ______ speech of HON. TOM UDALL of new mexico in the house of representatives Monday, December 6, 2004 Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. I rise today in support of the measure before us today, H. Con. Res. 528. This will come as no surprise to anyone since I am fairly certain that this resolution has unanimous support from my colleagues, and rightly so. H. Con. Res. 528 corrects a provision included in H.R. 4818 that permits members of the Appropriations Committee and their staff to examine individuals' Federal tax returns. This is clearly a gross invasion of privacy, and I am thankful that this provision was brought to light before it was signed into law. However, Mr. Speaker, the fact that we are considering H. Con. Res. 528 at all highlights the need for a change in the way this institution operates under the current Majority's leadership. Far too frequently in recent years, the Majority has brought significant pieces of legislation to the floor with little, if any, chance for Members to review the measures. We considered the Omnibus Appropriations bill here in the House the same day it was completed, which is a perfect example of this egregious process. H.R. 4818 included funding for 15 governmental agencies in the amount of approximately $388 billion dollars, and stacked up at over 3,000 pages long. Yet Members and staff had less than 24 hours to go through the measure before voting on it. Mr. Speaker, each and every time the Majority subverts the democratic… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2203-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING LIFETIME TELEVISION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2203 | E2203 | [{"name": "Carolyn B. Maloney", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2203 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2203] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING LIFETIME TELEVISION ______ HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of new york in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute Lifetime Television on its 20th anniversary and honor not only the outstanding work of the network in raising awareness about the issues affecting women, but for their efforts to pass critical legislation that will make a real difference in the lives of women. I have been fortunate to work with Lifetime Television to end violence against women and families by pushing Congress to pass landmark legislation that I introduced, ``The Debbie Smith Act,'' that will put rapists behind bars by reducing the number of unprocessed rape kits. In March 2002, Lifetime sponsored several events on Capitol Hill to educate Congress about the violence that many women face daily and what was being done to stop it. It was then that I introduced Debbie Smith, a courageous rape survivor whose assailant had been identified through the use of DNA technology, to Lifetime. This occasion marked the beginning of a collaborative effort to move ``The Debbie Smith Act'' through Congress and signed into law. Lifetime initiated a petition drive, and 120,000 signatures were sent to Congress expressing outrage that rapists were walking the streets when the evidence that could put them behind bars was collecting dust. By holding numerous educational briefings and receptions over the course of 2\1/2\ years, Lifetime continued the momentum to pass this legislation. Through their relentless work, Lifetime was instrumental in ensuring that ``The … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2203-4 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO ANN O'CONNELL | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2203 | E2204 | [{"name": "Jon C. Porter", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2203 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2203-E2204] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO ANN O'CONNELL ______ HON. JON C. PORTER of nevada in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to give thanks and praise to a fellow Nevadan and friend who has served her state well in many capacities. Ann O'Connell, a former Nevada State Senator, retired at the end of this state session. I stand today to give praise to her for her wonderful 19-year contribution to the great state of Nevada. Ms. O'Connell was born in 1934 in Albuquerque, New Mexico. She later earned a degree from the University of New Mexico. Upon moving to Nevada she began a very successful career in politics in which she has served her fellow Nevadans well. In 1988 Ms. O'Connell received the Woman of Achievement in Politics award from the [[Page E2204]] Women's Council of the Greater Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce. She has also appeared in several editions of the ``Distinguished Women's Book of Nevada.'' In 2002 she received the Women's Role Model Award from the Nevada Office of the Attorney General. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I stand today to pay tribute to a great legislator and public servant. Ann O'Connell will be missed but not forgotten. I know that her retirement will not be the end of her public service and I thank her for her diligence in serving those around her. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2203 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | LOSS OF U.S. MARINE CORPS CPL. ZACHARY A. KOLDA | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2203 | E2203 | [{"name": "Solomon P. Ortiz", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2203 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2203] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2203]] LOSS OF U.S. MARINE CORPS CPL. ZACHARY A. KOLDA ______ HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ of texas in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to a great American patriot, U.S. Marine Corps Cpl. Zachary A. Kolda of Corpus Christi, Texas, who gave the last full measure of devotion to the country he loved and served when he was killed in combat in Al Anbar Province, Iraq on December 1, 2004. He served with the Marine Reserves' 1st Battalion, 23rd Marine Regiment, 4th Marine Division. This 23-year-old Marine, who taught others how to live and enjoy life, left his studies at the University of Texas at Austin this spring when called to active duty for deployment to Iraq. Those who knew and loved him described him as a compassionate, funny, and lively young man who was always encouraging his friends and family to live life to the fullest each day. That is a fitting legacy for this brave young Marine, who hailed from a family of military service. One grandfather served in the Navy for 28 years, while the other grandfather served in World War II. Cpl. Kolda was mischievous, fun-loving, and forever cheering up his family and friends. He was an artist, peppering friends and family with cherished drawings and cartoons. He was proud to be a Marine, proud to serve this Nation in battle. His gentle spirit was uplifting and an inspiration to those who knew and loved him. He had a sweet soul and he saw the best in people. He had a gift for cheering people up, making them laugh and see the silly side of life. He was friendly, engaging an… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2204-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2204 | E2204 | [{"name": "Tom Udall", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2204 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2204] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 ______ speech of HON. TOM UDALL of new mexico in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, the Conference Report we have before us today is of great importance to the safety of our Nation and I would like to commend my colleagues involved with the negotiations of this conference report for their diligent and tireless work. Unfortunately, once again, the amount of time allotted for debate, as well as the amount of time we had to try and determine what actually is in the conference report does not do justice to the important task at hand. We may sound like broken records on this point, but that's simply because the majority continues to undermine the democratic process by putting critically important pieces of legislation on the bullet-train for passage. Mr. Speaker, we are talking about no less than the most dramatic restructuring of our Nation's intelligence community since the creation of the National Security Council and Central Intelligence Agency in 1947. As such, each and every member of this body should have adequate time to sift through this lengthy and important legislation in order to have a full understanding of what exactly we are voting on tonight. Nevertheless, as best as I have been able to determine from looking through the conference report thus far, it is a great improvement on the politically driven, partisan legislation the House passed in October. The 9/11 Commissioners who made the… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2204-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2204 | E2204 | [{"name": "Carolyn B. Maloney", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2204 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2204] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 ______ speech of HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of new york in the house of representatives Thursday, December 9, 2004 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, earlier, I had an opportunity to praise the work of the 9/11 Family Steering Committee and of the ``leaders in Congress that has allowed the Congress to vote on and pass the Conference Report to S. 2845, which is the legislation that will enact the recommendations of the 9/11 Commission. While it would be nearly impossible to thank and recognize everyone that played a part in its passing, I would like to recognize the hard work of two 9/11 Pentagon family members, Abraham Scott and Rosemary Dillard. Over the last several months these two individuals have been a constant presence on the Hill fighting for the implementation of intelligence reform. During this time I have had a chance to get to know these two remarkable individuals and I would like to share with you a little bit about them. Abraham Scott, lost his wife of 24 years, Janice Marie, who was working in the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. Everyday that Abe has traveled to the Hill, I have always been touched by the pictures of his family and his wife. He speaks fondly of his children and he speaks lovingly of his wife. Rosemary Dillard lost her husband, Eddie A. Dillard, who was on flight 77 that struck the Pentagon on September 11, 2001. Ms. Dillard, as a retired flight attendant manager for American Airlines also lost a crew of flight attendants that she managed. I cannot imagine the grief and loss that … | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2204-4 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING RAYMOND RAWSON | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2204 | E2205 | [{"name": "Jon C. Porter", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2204 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2204-E2205] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING RAYMOND RAWSON ______ HON. JON C. PORTER of nevada in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I stand today to pay tribute to a friend and fellow Nevadan. Mr. Raymond Rawson has served the great State of Nevada in the Nevada State Senate since 1985. I have had the honor to serve with him as he served as the Senate Assistant Majority Floor Leader in which he served as a great legislative role model and leader. I know that he will be missed in his retirement. Mr. Rawson was born in Sandy, Utah, in 1940. He later moved to Nevada to pursue a bachelor's degree at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. He received his D.D.S. from Loma Linda University Dental School, California, and then returned to Las Vegas to pursue a masters degree at UNLV in physical anthropology. [[Page E2205]] Mr. Rawson served the public in his 19 years of political service, as well as in his dental practice where he received numerous dental awards including Dentist of the Year in 1997. Mr. Rawson has served his community well in his political capacity, and I am sure he will continue to serve even after his retirement. Mr. Speaker, I ask my fellow colleagues to stand with me today and honor all those State legislators across the country, like Mr. Rawson, who have dedicated so many years to building a better State community, which in turn contributes to a better Nation. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2204 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | LOSS OF U.S. ARMY CPL ISAAC E. DIAZ | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2204 | E2204 | [{"name": "Solomon P. Ortiz", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2204 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2204] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] LOSS OF U.S. ARMY CPL ISAAC E. DIAZ ______ HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ of texas in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to a great American patriot, U.S. Army CPL Isaac E. Diaz, of Rio Hondo, Texas, who gave the last full measure of devotion to the country he loved and served when he was killed in Afghanistan on December 1, 2004. He served with the 2nd Battalion, 27th Infantry Regiment, 25th Infantry Division (Light) from Schofield Barracks, Hawaii. He had been driving military vehicles in the Army for several years. Like so many young people, Corporal Diaz wanted to find a way to go to college, so he joined the military in 1998, after graduating from Rio Hondo High School. Yet, the 26-year-old never enrolled in college. He was killed in Sharona, Afghanistan, when his Humvee rolled over while on routine patrol in the Paktika province. In a sad--but brave--irony, after Corporal Diaz completed his initial three-year tour of duty at Fort Campbell, KY, he reenlisted for another four years to financially support his wife, Amber, and their infant son, Aaron. Those that knew him well in the Rio Grande Valley of Texas spoke of his quiet intensity and his hard-working nature. The Rio High School Principal, Juan Montez, remembered Corporal Diaz as a studious teenager, the sort of student educators enjoyed having in class. He worked hard and didn't complain. He was an excellent soldier. He was serving in the front of this war that is closest to the hiding places of Osama bin Laden and the al Qaida leaders who plotted the attack on… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2205-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF NANCY KIST, ESQ. | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2205 | E2205 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2205 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2205] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF NANCY KIST, ESQ. ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Nancy Kist for her outstanding leadership and contributions to her community. Ms. Kist was honored as a distinguished alumna at the Harvest Ball Sixth Annual Saint Dominic Academy Gala on November 13, 2004, in Lincoln Park, New Jersey. Throughout the years, Ms. Kist has served the citizens of Bayonne in a variety of capacities. She has contributed greatly to the city's development by serving as general counsel of the Bayonne Local Redevelopment Authority and as a member of the law department. Among other accomplishments, Ms. Kist was instrumental in the redevelopment of the Military Ocean Terminal, which has become the Peninsula at Bayonne Harbor. She continues to play a leadership role as the current executive director of the Bayonne Local Redevelopment Authority, and is known for pursuing all her professional endeavors with enthusiasm and a passion for improving the well-being of the community. A graduate of Saint Dominic Academy, Ms. Kist developed an early interest in civic affairs and was vice president of the student government in school. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Nancy Kist for her years of dedication to serving the people and city of Bayonne, New Jersey. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2205-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2205 | E2206 | [{"name": "John B. Larson", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4755"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2205 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2205-E2206] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 ______ speech of HON. JOHN B. LARSON of connecticut in the house of representatives Saturday, November 20, 2004 Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, in my capacity as the ranking minority member of the Committee on House Administration, our panel has authorizing responsibilities over much of the legislative-branch portion of the omnibus appropriations bill. Like the rest of the omnibus, the legislative portion is not perfect, but the sundry agencies under our jurisdiction will generally have the resources they need to continue providing their services to the Congress, and to the American people. Of course, as a procedural matter, I am disappointed that a freestanding legislative appropriation did not become law in a regular process, before the start of the fiscal year. Such a bill, H.R. 4755, passed the House in July and later passed the Senate in plenty of time for conferees to report. I recognize that this was not the fault of the gentleman from Georgia [Mr. Kingston] or the gentleman from Virginia [Mr. Moran]. I hope they and all Members have the opportunity to consider the fiscal 2006 bill in a timely, orderly and ordinary process. With respect to specific agencies under the jurisdiction of my committee, I am pleased that this bill funds a staff fitness facility for the House. This important facility will provide a way for our employees to remain fit and healthy. None of us can properly discharge our duties without the support of our staffs and the other House employees. This long-awaited… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2205 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | LOSS OF ARMY MAJ. HORST GERHARD MOORE | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2205 | E2205 | [{"name": "Solomon P. Ortiz", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2205 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2205] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] LOSS OF ARMY MAJ. HORST GERHARD MOORE ______ HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ of texas in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tribute to a great American patriot, Army Major Horst Gerhard ``Gary'' Moore of Los Fresnos Texas, who gave the last full measure of devotion to the country he loved and served when he was killed in Iraq in November. He was a child of the Army, following both his father and his grandfather in the uniformed services. Roaming the Nation at the whim of the U.S. Army as a child made him yearn for a home in which to grow old with his beloved wife, Raquel Vallejo-Moore. He came home from Iraq for a while and, before returning to the war zone in September, he and Raquel bought their dream home. Major Moore was killed in a mortar attack in Mosul, Iraq; he never even spent the night in their new home. He felt strongly about getting his family moved in and settled there. The last conversation with his wife was to wish her happy birthday. Major Moore served with the 1st Brigade, 25th Infantry Division for about a year, then he was deployed to Mosul, Iraq, in October to replace the 3rd Brigade, 2nd Infantry Division. He served in the Army 17 years and was considering retiring when his tour of duty ended in about 3 years. Soldiers who knew and served with Major Moore spoke candidly about the human side of this tough soldier. He was known for his kind and caring manner, and his absolute love of Raquel and their 2-year old daughter, Sophia. Like so many of our soldiers, Major Moore had a mindset that he could do anything. H… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2206 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | U.S. SLOWS BID TO ADVANCE DEMOCRACY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2206 | E2207 | [{"name": "Barney Frank", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2206 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2206-E2207] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] U.S. SLOWS BID TO ADVANCE DEMOCRACY ______ HON. BARNEY FRANK of massachusetts in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker when we convened for the lame duck session several weeks ago, I shared with our colleagues a very insightful article from the Washington Post by Fred Hiatt pointing out the extreme gap that exists between the Bush Administration's claim that the advancement of democracy is a major goal of its foreign policy, and the almost complete absence of any real activity towards that goal in the execution of that foreign policy. The elevation of the promotion of democracy to central status in the Bush foreign policy--in contrast to a great extent to the President's scorn about nation-building when he ran for office in 2000--came partly because of the need to find some substitute justification for the war in Iraq, after weapons of mass destruction and the tie to the 9/11 murders were both shown to be without factual basis. So, many of the neo-conservative supporters of the President--some of them actually believing it--argued that overthrowing Saddam Hussein was an essential step towards an administration policy towards implementing democracy in the Middle East. This has of course proven to have no more factual basis than the weapons of mass destruction or al-Qaida tie. As Joel Brinkley notes in a long article in the New York Times for Sunday, December 4, ``When Secretary of State Colin L. Powell and other senior American officials arrive at a summit meeting in Morocco next week that is intended to promote democracy … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2207 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2207 | E2209 | [{"name": "Duncan Hunter", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "10"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2207 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2207-E2209] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 ______ speech of HON. DUNCAN HUNTER of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, I submit the following for the Record: Background As the lead House conferee on those matters before the conference involving support and execution of defense intelligence activities, I find it necessary to offer amplifying remarks on the intent of House conferees on these critical areas of interest. It is unfortunate that the conference leadership saw fit to reduce the customary statement of managers to the most cursory and minimalist of documents. With all the new organizational structures and revamped relationships required by this legislation, it is particularly critical that clear legislative intent be established to guide the executive branch in implementing and executing this legislation for decades to come. Thus, the following remarks represent my attempt to provide such clarifying intent for selected provisions of the conference report on S. 2845 that was approved by the House of Representatives on December 7, 2004. House Armed Services Committee Consideration of Intelligence Reform During the late summer and early fall of this year, the House Armed Services Committee held a series of hearings on the recommendations contained in the 9/11 Commission Report prior to marking u… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2209 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2209 | E2210 | [{"name": "Peter Hoekstra", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "10"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2209 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2209-E2210] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 ______ speech of HON. PETER HOEKSTRA of michigan in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. HOEKSTRA. Mr. Speaker, as chairman of the conference on the bill I would also like to briefly discuss the interpretation of this legislation. The conference report embodies the substantial agreement between the House bill, H.R. 10, and the Senate bill, S. 2845, on the core reforms to be carried out by this legislation. It is also important to note, however, that the conference faced many challenges in reconciling often fundamentally different philosophies and visions underlying those reforms and the specific provisions in each bill. Accordingly, the conferees agreed to submit only a very limited Joint Explanatory Statement on the conference report, relying on the text of the legislation to represent our agreements. Only that text, which is controlling, and the Joint Explanatory Statement were agreed to by both houses and reflect the intent of the conferees. I should also note that Chairman Hyde intends to submit a statement for the record reflecting bipartisan and bicameral understandings with respect to certain foreign affairs provisions of the bill. Other statements by Members of Congress outside the scope of the Joint Explanatory Statement, media reports, or the reports or work product of any of the outside panels or commissions whose work contributed to this legislation reflect their own views and should not be construed as determinativ… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2210-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | A TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF THE STAFF OF CONGRESSMAN NICK SMITH | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2210 | E2210 | [{"name": "Nick Smith", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2210 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2210] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] A TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF THE STAFF OF CONGRESSMAN NICK SMITH ______ HON. NICK SMITH of michigan in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise on behalf of all of us in the United States House of Representatives to pay tribute to several individuals who have contributed significantly to the operation and success of the 108th Congress of the United States. I take this opportunity to especially recognize and thank the members of my personal staff for their outstanding work and dedication in serving the constituents of the Seventh Congressional District of Michigan. I want to commend their exemplary service in helping citizens, especially when the federal government bureaucracy was bogged down or hadn't addressed the real needs of the people. I praise my staff for their efforts to analyze and develop legislation that will make our country stronger and better in the future. The individuals I pay tribute to today are: Keith Brown, Jennifer Burg, Dan Byers, Mary Christ, Soren Dayton, David Finger, Alan Knapp, Ruth Mayday, Greg Moore, Ammani Nagesh, Jared Page, David Rawson, Lindy Salem, Peter Saling, Kurt Schmautz, Ed Sharkey, Heather Smith, Priscilla Smith, Lee VanWychen, and Wendy Wieringa, and Gary Wolfram. I applaud my staff's commitment to serving the people of this great nation and I extend my heartfelt thanks to them for their insight and hard work. It is individuals such as these that make members of Congress successful, enabling us to perform and serve in the best possible manner. On behalf of the United States Congress, I wish each of t… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2210 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN RECOGNITION OF THE DISTINGUISHED CAREER OF MR. ARTHUR LIBERTUCCI | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E2210 | E2210 | [{"name": "Mike Thompson", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2210 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2210] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN RECOGNITION OF THE DISTINGUISHED CAREER OF MR. ARTHUR LIBERTUCCI ______ HON. MIKE THOMPSON of california in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the career of Arthur Libertucci. On January 3, 2005 Mr. Libertucci will retire from his post as Administrator of the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau, capping a long and distinguished career of public service. Mr. Libertucci's service has spanned four decades. He joined the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms in 1972 as an inspector in New York City. Over the years he has served in a number of positions at ATF headquarters and in field offices throughout the country. Mr. Speaker, after working his way through the ranks of the ATF, Mr. Libertucci became a federal executive in 1989. He has held many executive positions in the ATF from Associate Director for Compliance Operations to Assistant Director for the Office of Alcohol and Tobacco. Following the establishment of the Department of Homeland Security and the reorganization of the ATF, Mr. Libertucci was charged with establishing a new bureau to regulate the alcohol and tobacco industries. Mr. Libertucci's experience and commitment to public service made him the clear choice to lead the new Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau. Mr. Speaker, I have the privilege of representing some of America's premier wine regions and consequently, I have had the pleasure of working very closely with Mr. Libertucci over the years. He is a consummate professional who has gone to great lengths to ensure that the TTB is a p… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2211-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | BAT FOR THE CURE | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2211 | E2211 | [{"name": "Anthony D. Weiner", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2211 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2211] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] BAT FOR THE CURE ______ HON. ANTHONY D. WEINER of new york in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. WEINER. Mr. Speaker, each year, about 33,000 Americans die from prostate cancer and 256,000 are diagnosed for the first time. Aside from lung cancer, the disease kills more men than any other form of cancer. On November 8, 1999, Ed Randall, one of the country's foremost baseball authorities, was diagnosed with prostate cancer. Early detection and the care of doctors like Nicholas Romas at St. Luke's- Roosevelt Hospital Center in New York City saved Ed's life. In late 2002, Ed founded Bat for the Cure, a non-profit charity dedicated to the eradication of prostate cancer. With its prominent board of directors, including Bob Costas, Mario Cuomo, Len Elmore, Kathy Giusti and John Hennessy III, the charity has raised hundreds of thousands of dollars to fight the disease. The organization has also enlisted well-known sports stars who are joining in the fight, such as Dustin Baker, Frank Robinson, Tom McCraw, Bob Watson, Don Baylor, Dave Winfield, and Rafael Palmeiro. Many of these celebrities have personal experiences with the tragedy of cancer. Fortunately, prostate cancer is one of the slowest growing cancers, so proper detection and treatment can save lives. With Bat for the Cure's support, St. Luke's-Roosevelt, the hospital that saved Ed Randall's life, is now helping many other cancer patients become survivors. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to make prostate cancer research and early detection a national health care priority. Congress should act wi… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2211-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO KRISTINA KIIK | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2211 | E2211 | [{"name": "Sam Johnson", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2211 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2211] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO KRISTINA KIIK ______ HON. SAM JOHNSON of texas in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it is with great joy that I recognize Kristina Kiik. Kristina was elected and is believed to be the youngest elector in the history of the United States at the Texas State Republican Party Convention last June. Next week will be a busy one for the 21-year-old Republican in Austin. On December 13th, she will cast her vote for President George W. Bush in the State Capitol at the Meeting of the Electoral College. A smart and savvy student at Southern Methodist University, Kristina is an inspiration to young people across America. While attending the Hockaday School in Dallas, the Richardson native beat out countless students across the nation for a coveted position as a Page in the U.S. House of Representatives. Now at SMU, she interned in my District office and continues to make a difference in her community. What an honor to recognize her for her tremendous achievement and I have a feeling this could be the first of many trips for Kristina to Austin. I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring this truly remarkable American. Kristina, God bless you and God bless America. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2211-4 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | A TRIBUTE TO DOLLY SEELMEYER, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PHOTOGRAPHER | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2211 | E2211 | [{"name": "Nancy Pelosi", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2211 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2211] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] A TRIBUTE TO DOLLY SEELMEYER, U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PHOTOGRAPHER ______ HON. NANCY PELOSI of california in the house of representatives Monday, December 20, 2004 Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I would like to express my deep appreciation for the distinguished career of Dolly Seelmeyer. Dolly will retire at the end of this year, having served the United States House of Representatives for 32 years. Dolly started in the House in 1970 working for Congressman Joe Addabbo of New York. In 1972, she became the first woman photographer with the Office of Photography. Over the years Dolly has been a tremendous asset to Members of the House. Her body of work--literally thousands of memorable photographs-- is greatly appreciated by the Members and their constituents. Dolly has served as photographer, supervisory photographer and in recent years as the manager of the Office of Photography. We are grateful to Dolly for her many years of hard work to the U.S. House of Representatives. On behalf of the House Democratic Caucus, I extend our gratitude for your dedication and best wishes to you and your family on your well-deserved retirement. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2211-5 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | DIRECTING SECRETARY OF SENATE TO CORRECT ENROLLMENT OF S. 150 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2211 | E2212 | [{"name": "F. James Sensenbrenner, Jr.", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "150"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2211 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2211-E2212] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] DIRECTING SECRETARY OF SENATE TO CORRECT ENROLLMENT OF S. 150 ______ speech of HON. F. JAMES SENSENBRENNER, JR. of wisconsin in the house of representatives Friday, November 19, 2004 Mr. SENSENBRENNER. Mr. Speaker, on November 19, 2004, the House passed both S. Con. Res. 146 and S. 150 under suspension of the rules by voice vote. The amendments made to S. 150 as it was passed by the Senate included a provision that ended some state taxation of Internet access previously interpreted to be allowed by the original 1998 moratorium grandfather exceptions. The final [[Page E2212]] enrolled version of S. 150 was signed by President Bush on December 3, 2004, and became Public Law 108-435. As Chairman of the Committee of jurisdiction in the House, I wish to remark further upon the meaning and intent of Section 1104(a)(2) of the final enrolled version of S. 150 that became Public Law. The intent of this section is to clarify ambiguities associated with the Internet Tax Freedom Act (Pub. L. 106-277, Div. C. Title XI (1998)) (``ITFA''), which created a moratorium on State taxation of Internet access and on multiple and discriminatory taxation of electronic commerce. The ITFA contained an exemption for States that had generally imposed or actually enforced a tax on Internet access prior to October 1, 1998. Thus, States that qualified for ``grandfather'' status could continue to tax Internet access. Subsequent to 1998, however, litigation arose between State taxing authorities and various Internet Service Providers (ISPs), who maintained that certain States wrongly taxed them… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgE2211 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2211 | E2211 | [{"name": "Eleanor Holmes Norton", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2211 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2211] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2211]] CONFERENCE REPORT ON S. 2845, INTELLIGENCE REFORM AND TERRORISM PREVENTION ACT OF 2004 ______ speech of HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON of the district of columbia in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I represent the people of the Nation's capital, perhaps the most conspicuous target for global terrorism in the world. I support S. 2845, the National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004. 1 could not afford to do otherwise. Nor can other Members, whatever their opinions of the considerable shortcomings of this bill. The controversy over S. 2845 and its many flaws have obscured the overriding reason for the bill in the first place. After an impressive, exhaustive investigation, the 9/11 Commission, which deserves the credit for the seminal document from which the bill derives, said that prevention of the 9/11 tragedy had been possible. ``There were specific points of vulnerability in the plot and opportunities to disrupt it,'' according to the 9/11 Commission Report (p. 8). Various intelligence agencies each had parts of vital information about the imminence of an attack, but they rarely communicated and never collaborated. S. 2845 goes directly at this tragic flaw through personnel and structural reform in two ways. First, the bill creates one overarching and fully accountable official, the director of national intelligence, with the budgetary and oversight authority to compel the communication and cooperation that was missing before 9/11. Second, the bill requires all information and intelligence to be fu… | |
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH-FrontMatter | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | FRONTMATTER | H11059 | H11059 | 150 Cong. Rec. H11059 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11059] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] H O U S E O F R E P R E S E N T A T I V E S Vol. 150 WASHINGTON, MONDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2004 No. 140 | |||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11059-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | COMMUNICATION FROM THE CLERK OF THE HOUSE AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11059 | H11059 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "530"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "531"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2457"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2619"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3632"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3785"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3818"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4027"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4116"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4548"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4569"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4657"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5204"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5363"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5382"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5394"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5419"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11059 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11059] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMUNICATION FROM THE CLERK OF THE HOUSE AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT Office of the Clerk, House of Representatives, Washington, DC, December 9, 2004. Hon. J. Dennis Hastert, The Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Dear Mr. Speaker: Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on December 9, 2004 at 12:35 p.m.: That the Senate agreed to conference report S. 2845. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 530. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 2457. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 2619. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 3632. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 3785. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 3818. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 4027. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 4116. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 4569. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 4657. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 5204. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 5363. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 5382. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 5394. That the Senate passed without amendment H.R. 5419. That the Senate agreed to conference report H.R. 4548. That the Senate passed without amendment H. Con. Res. 531. With best wishes, I am Sincerely, … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11059-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | FURTHER COMMUNICATION FROM THE CLERK OF THE HOUSE AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11059 | H11059 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1301"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11059 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11059] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] FURTHER COMMUNICATION FROM THE CLERK OF THE HOUSE AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT Office of the Clerk, House of Representatives, Washington, DC, December 13, 2004. Hon. J. Dennis Hastert, The Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Dear Mr. Speaker: Pursuant to the permission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representatives, the Clerk received the following message from the Secretary of the Senate on December 20, 2004 at 5:18 p.m.: That the Senate agreed to House Amendment to S. 1301. With best wishes, I am Sincerely, Jeff Trandahl, Clerk of the House. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11059-4 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | ENROLLED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTION SIGNED AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ENROLLEDSIGNED | H11059 | H11060 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "102"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "480"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "530"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2119"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2457"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2523"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2619"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3124"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3147"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3204"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3242"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3632"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3734"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3785"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3818"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3884"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4027"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4116"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4232"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4324"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4548"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4569"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4620"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4657"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4807"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4829"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4847"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4968"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5204"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5360"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5363"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5364"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5365"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5370"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5382"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5394"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5419"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11059 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Pages H11059-H11060] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ENROLLED BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTION SIGNED AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT Mr. Trandahl, Clerk of the House, after sine die adjournment of the 2d session, 108th Congress, reported and found truly enrolled bills and a joint resolution of the House of the following titles, which were thereupon signed by the Speaker on December 9, 2004: H.R. 480. An act to redesignate the facility of the United States Postal Service located [[Page H11060]] at 747 Broadway in Albany, New York, as the ``United States Postal Service Henry Johnson Annex''. H.R. 2119. An act to provide for the conveyance of Federal lands, improvements, equipment, and resource materials at the Oxford Research Station in Granville County, North Carolina, to the State of North Carolina. H.R. 2523. An act to designate the United States courthouse located at 125 Bull Street in Savannah, Georgia, as the ``Tomochichi United States Courthouse''. H.R. 3124. An act to designate the facility of the United States Geological Survey and the United States Bureau of Reclamation located at 230 Collins Road, Boise, Idaho, as the ``F.H. Newell Building''. H.R. 3147. An act to designate the Federal building located at 324 Twenty-Fifth Street in Ogden, Utah, as the ``James V. Hansen Federal Building''. H.R. 3204. An act to require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the tercentenary of the birth of Benjamin Franklin, and for other purposes. H.R. 3242. An act to ensure an abundant and affordable supply of highly nutritious fruits, vegetables, and other specialty crops for American consumers and international markets by enhancing the competitivene… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11059 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | House of Representatives | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11059 | H11059 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "114"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "528"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "866"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "866"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11059 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11059] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page H11059]] House of Representatives PROCEEDINGS OF THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT OF THE 108TH CONGRESS 2D SESSION OMISSION FROM THE CONGRESSIONAL RECORD OF SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2004 AT PAGE H10087 A portion of the following House resolution was inadvertently omitted from the Record: H. Res. 866 Resolved, That upon adoption of this resolution it shall be in order to consider the conference report to accompany the bill (H.R. 4818) making appropriations for foreign operations, export financing, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes. All points of order against the conference report and against its consideration are waived. The conference report shall be considered as read. Sec. 2. Upon the adoption of this resolution it shall be in order without intervention of any point of order to consider in the House and joint resolution (H.J. Res. 114) making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005, and for other purposes. The joint resolution shall be considered as read for amendment. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on the joint resolution to final passage without intervening motion except: (1) one hour of debate on the joint resolution equally divided and controlled by the chairman and ranking minority member of the Committee on Appropriations; and (2) one motion to recommit. Sec. 3. Upon the adoption of this resolution, the House shall be considered to have adopted House Concurrent Resolution 528. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11060-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTION PRESENTED TO THE PRESIDENT PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11060 | H11061 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "115"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "1350"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2655"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4012"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4302"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11060 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Pages H11060-H11061] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTION PRESENTED TO THE PRESIDENT PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT Mr. Trandahl, Clerk of the House, prior to sine die adjournment of the 2d Session, 108th Congress, reported that, on the following dates, he presented to the President of the United States, for his approval, the following bills and a joint resolution of the following titles: On November 30, 2004: H.R. 1350. To reauthorize the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and for other purposes. H.R. 2655. To amend and extend the Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998. [[Page H11061]] H.R. 4302. To amend title 21, District of Columbia Official Code, to enact the provisions of the Mental Health Civil Commitment Act of 2002 which affect the Commission on Mental Health and require action by Congress in order to take effect. On December 1, 2004: H.J. Res. 115. Making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005, and for other purposes. On December 7, 2004: H.R. 4012. A bill to amend the District of Columbia College Access Act of 1999 to reauthorize for 2 additional years the public school and private school tuition assistance programs established under the Act. H.R. 4818. Making appropriations for foreign operations, export financing, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11060 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | SENATE ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ENROLLEDSIGNED | H11060 | H11060 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1301"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2657"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2781"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2856"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11060 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11060] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SENATE ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT The Speaker pro tempore, Mr. Tom Davis of Virginia, after sine die adjournment of the 2d session, 108th Congress, announced his signature to enrolled bills of the Senate of the following titles on December 14, 2004: S. 1301. An act to amend title 18, United States Code, to prohibit video voyeurism in the special maritime and territorial jurisdiction of the United States, and for other purposes. S. 2657. An act to amend part III of title 5, United States Code, to provide for the establishment of programs under which supplemental dental and vision benefits are made available to Federal employees, retirees, and their dependents, to expand the contracting authority of the Office of Personnel Management, and for other purposes. S. 2781. An act to express the sense of Congress regarding the conflict in Darfur, Sudan, to provide assistance for the crisis in Darfur and for comprehensive peace in Sudan, and for other purposes. S. 2845. An act to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, and for other purposes. S. 2856. An act to limit the transfer of certain Commodity Credit Corporation funds between conservation programs for technical assistance for the programs. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11061-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | BILL AND JOINT RESOLUTION APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11061 | H11061 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "115"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "1350"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11061 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11061] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] BILL AND JOINT RESOLUTION APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT The President, prior to sine die adjournment of the 2d Session, 108th Congress, notified the Clerk of the House that on the following date, he had approved and signed a bill and joint resolution of the following titles: December 3, 2004: H.R. 1350. An act to reauthorize the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and for other purposes. H.J. Res. 115. Joint resolution making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005, and for other purposes. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11061-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | SENATE BILL APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11061 | H11061 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "150"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11061 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11061] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SENATE BILL APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT The President, prior to sine die adjournment of the 2d Session, 108th Congress, notified the Clerk of the House that on the following date, he had approved and signed a bill of the Senate of the following title: December 3, 2004: S. 150. An act to make permanent the moratorium on taxes on Internet access and multiple and discriminatory taxes on electronic commerce imposed by the Internet tax Freedom Act. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11061 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTION PRESENTED TO THE PRESIDENT AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11061 | H11061 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "102"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "480"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "530"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2119"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2457"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2523"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2619"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3124"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3147"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3204"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3242"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3632"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3734"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3785"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3818"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "3884"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4027"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4116"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4232"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4324"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4548"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4569"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4620"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4657"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4807"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4829"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4847"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4968"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5204"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5360"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5363"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5364"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5365"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5370"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5382"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5394"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5419"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11061 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11061] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTION PRESENTED TO THE PRESIDENT AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT Mr. Trandahl, Clerk of the House, after sine die adjournment of the 2d Session, 108th Congress, reported that, on the following date, he presented to the President of the United States, for his approval, the following bills and a joint resolution of the following titles: On December 10, 2004: H.R. 480. To redesignate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at 747 Broadway in Albany, New York, as the ``United States Postal Service Henry Johnson Annex''. H.R. 2119. To provide for the conveyance of Federal lands, improvements equipment, and resource materials at the Oxford Research Station in Granville County, North Carolina, to the State of North Carolina. H.R. 2523. To designate the United States courthouse located at 125 Bull Street in Savannah, Georgia, as the ``Tomochichi United States Courthouse''. H.R. 3124. To designate the facility of the United States Geological Survey and the United States Bureau of Reclamation located at 230 Collins Road, Boise, Idaho, as the ``F.H. Newell Building''. H.R. 3147. To designate the Federal building located at 324 Twenty-Fifth Street in Ogden, Utah, as the ``James V. Hansen Federal Building''. H.R. 3204. To require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins in commemoration of the tercentenary of the birth of Benjamin Franklin, and for other purposes. H.R. 3242. To ensure an abundant and affordable supply of highly nutritious fruits, vegetables, and other specialty crops for American consumers and international markets by enhancing the competiti… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11062-2 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | SENATE BILLS APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11062 | H11062 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "437"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1466"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2192"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2486"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2618"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2873"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "3014"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11062 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11062] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] SENATE BILLS APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT The President, after sine die adjournment of the 2d Session, 108th Congress, notified the Clerk of the House that on the following dates, he had approved and signed bills of the Senate of the following titles: December 8, 2004: S. 2618. An act to amend title XIX of the Social Security Act to extend medicare cost-sharing for the medicare part B premium for qualifying individuals through September 2005. December 10, 2004: S. 437. An act to provide for adjustments to the Central Arizona Project in Arizona, to authorize the Gila River Indian Community water rights settlement, to reauthorize and amend the Southern Arizona Water Rights Settlement Act of 1982, and for other purposes. S. 1466. An act to facilitate the transfer of land in the State of Alaska, and for other purposes. S. 2192. An act to amend title 35, United States Code, to promote cooperative research involving universities, the public sector, and private enterprises. S. 2486. An act to amend title 38, United States Code, to improve and enhance housing, education, and other benefits under the laws administered by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, and for other purposes. S. 2873. An act to extend the authority of the United States District Court for the Southern District of Iowa to hold court in Rock Island, Illinois. S. 3014. An act to reauthorize the Harmful Algal Bloom and Hypoxia Research and Control Act of 1998, and for other purposes. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11062-3 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. | HOUSE | HOUSE | EXECUTIVECOMM | H11062 | H11062 | 150 Cong. Rec. H11062 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11062] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, ETC. Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive communications were taken from the Speaker's table and referred as follows: 11467. A letter from the Clerk of the U.S. House of Representatives, transmitting a list of reports, pursuant to Rule II, clause 2(b), of the Rules of the House; (H. Doc. No. 108--188); to the Committee on House Administration and ordered to be printed. | |||
| CREC-2004-12-20-pt1-PgH11062 | 2004-12-20 | 108 | 2 | 150 | BILLS APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT | HOUSE | HOUSE | ALLOTHER | H11062 | H11062 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2655"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4302"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. H11062 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 140 (Monday, December 20, 2004)] [House] [Page H11062] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page H11062]] BILLS APPROVED BY THE PRESIDENT AFTER SINE DIE ADJOURNMENT The President, after sine die adjournment of the 2d Session, 108th Congress, notified the Clerk of the House that on the following dates, he had approved and signed bills and joint resolutions of the following titles: December 8, 2004: H.R. 4818. An act making appropriations for foreign operations, export financing, and related programs for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2005, and for other purposes. December 10, 2004: H.R. 2655. An act to amend and extend the Irish Peace Process Cultural and Training Program Act of 1998. H.R. 4302. An act to amend title 21, District of Columbia Official Code, to enact the provisions of the Mental Health Civil Commitment Act of 2002 which affect the Commission on Mental Health and require action by Congress in order to take effect. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-08-pt1-PgD1131-2 | 2004-12-08 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCMEETINGS | D1131 | D1131 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1131 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1131] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings No committee meetings were held. | |||
| CREC-2004-12-08-pt1-PgD1131-3 | 2004-12-08 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/NEW PUBLIC LAWS | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDNEWPUBLAWS | D1131 | D1131 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "1350"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. D1131 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1131] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] NEW PUBLIC LAWS (For last listing of Public Laws, see Daily Digest, p. D1124) H.R. 1350, to reauthorize the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-446) | ||
| CREC-2004-12-08-pt1-PgD1131-4 | 2004-12-08 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/Next Meeting of the SENATE + Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES + Other End Matter | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDENDMATTER | D1131 | D1132 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1131 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D1131-D1132] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRESSIONAL RECORD (USPS 087�09390). The Periodicals postage is paid at Washington, D.C. The public proceedings of each House of Congress, as reported by the Official Reporters thereof, are printed pursuant to directions of the Joint Committee on Printing as authorized by appropriate provisions of Title 44, United States Code, and published for each day that one or both Houses are in session, excepting very infrequent instances when two or more unusually small consecutive issues are printed one time. Public access to the Congressional Record is available online through GPO Access, a service of the Government Printing Office, free of charge to the user. The online database is updated each day the Congressional Record is published. The database includes both text and graphics from the beginning of the 103d Congress, 2d session (January 1994) forward. It is available through GPO Access at www.gpo.gov/gpoaccess. Customers can also access this information with WAIS client software, via telnet at swais.access.gpo.gov, or dial-in using communications software and a modem at 202�09512�091661. Questions or comments regarding this database or GPO Access can be directed to the GPO Access User Support Team at: E-Mail: gpoaccess@gpo.gov; Phone 1�09888�09293�096498 (toll-free), 202�09512�091530 (D.C. area); Fax: 202�09512�091262. The Team's hours of availability are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Eastern Standard Time, except Federal holidays. The Congressional Record paper and 24x microfiche edition will be furnished by mail to subscribers, free of postage, at the following prices: paper edition, $252.00 for six months, $503.00 per year, or purchased as follows: less than 200 pa… | |||
| CREC-2004-12-08-pt1-PgD1131 | 2004-12-08 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/House of Representatives | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCHAMBER | D1131 | D1131 | 150 Cong. Rec. D1131 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 139 (Wednesday, December 8, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1131] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page D1131]] House of Representatives Chamber Action The House was not in session today. The House will meet at 12 noon on Tuesday, January 4, 2005 for the convening of the One Hundred Ninth Congress. | |||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgD1122-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/House of Representatives | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCHAMBER | D1122 | D1124 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "SCONRES", "number": "78"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "531"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "532"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "531"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HCONRES", "number": "532"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "710"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "868"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "870"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "875"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "870"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "871"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HRES", "number": "872"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4116"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4548"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5426"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5430"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "5431"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. D1122 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D1122-D1124] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] House of Representatives Chamber Action Measures Introduced: 2 public bills, H.R. 5430-5431; and 8 resolutions, H. Con. Res. 531-532, and H. Res. 870-875 were introduced. Page H11057 Additional Cosponsors: Page H11057 Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: Conference report on S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligenceand intelligence-related activities of the United States Government (H. Rept. 108-796); H. Res. 870, waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany S. 2845, to reform the intelligence community and the intelligence-related activities of theUnited States Government (H. Rept. 108-797); and Conference report on H.R. 4548, to authorize appropriations for fiscal year 2005 forintelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government, the Community Management Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency Retirement and Disability System (H. Rept. 108-798). Page H11057 Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he appointed Representative Ose to act as Speaker Pro Tempore for today. Page H10927 Chaplain: The prayer was offered today by Rev. Stanley G. Peterson, Senior Pastor, Monmouth Christian Church in Monmouth, Oregon. Page H10928 Recess: The House recessed at 9:07 a.m. and reconvened at 10 a.m. Page H10928 Private Calendar: On the call of the Private Calendar, the House passed over without prejudice H.R. 710, for the relief of Mrs. Florence Narusewicz of Erie, Pennsylvania. Page H10… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgD1124-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/NEW PRIVATE LAWS | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDALLOTHER | D1124 | D1124 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2042"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. D1124 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1124] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] NEW PRIVATE LAWS (For last listing of Private Laws, see Daily Digest, p. D1072) S. 2042, for the relief of Rocco A. Trecosta of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Private Law 108-5). | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgD1124-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/NEW PUBLIC LAWS | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDNEWPUBLAWS | D1124 | D1125 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "110"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "111"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HJRES", "number": "115"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "150"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "434"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "1047"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1146"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1241"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "1630"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "1727"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2214"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2302"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2484"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2640"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2693"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "2912"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2965"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. D1124 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Pages D1124-D1125] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] NEW PUBLIC LAWS (For last listing of Public Laws, see Daily Digest, p. D1116) H.R. 1047, to amend the Harmonized Tariff Schedule of the United States to modify temporarily certain rates of duty, to make other technical amendments to the trade laws. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-429) H.R. 1630, to revise the boundary of the Petrified Forest National Park in the State of Arizona. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-430) H.R. 2912, to reaffirm the inherent sovereign rights of the Osage Tribe to determine its membership and form of government. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-431) H.J. Res. 110, recognizing the 60th anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge during World War II. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108- 432) H.J. Res. 111, appointing the day for convening of the first session of the One Hundred Ninth Congress. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-433) H.J. Res. 115, making further continuing appropriations for the fiscal year 2005. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-434) S. 150, to make permanent the moratorium on taxes on Internet access and multiple and discriminatory taxes on electronic commerce imposed by the Internet Tax Freedom Act. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-435) S. 434, to authorize the Secretary of Agriculture to sell or exchange all or part of certain parcels of National Forest System land in the State of Idaho and use the proceeds derived from the sale or exchange for National Forest System. Signed on December 3, 2004. (Public Law 108-436) S. 1146, to implement the recommendations of the Garrison Unit Joint Tribal Advisory Committee by providing authorization for the construction of a rural health care fac… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgD1124 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | Daily Digest/House Committee Meetings | HOUSE | DAILYDIGEST | DDHCMEETINGS | D1124 | D1124 | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2845"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4548"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. D1124 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Daily Digest] [Page D1124] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] Committee Meetings ``MEDICAID PRESCRIPTION DRUG REIMBURSEMENT: WHY THE GOVERNMENT PAYS TOO MUCH'' Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations held a hearing entitled ``Medicaid Prescription Drug Reimbursement: Why the Government Pays too Much.'' Testimony was heard from the following officials of the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Department of Health and Human Services: Dennis Smith, Director, Center for Medicaid and State Operations; and George Reeb, Assistant Inspector, Audits; the following officials of the State of Texas: David J. Balland, Associate Commissioner, Medicaid and CHIP, Health and Human Services Commission; and Patrick O'Connell, Assistant Attorney General, Civil Medicaid Fraud Section, Office of the Attorney General; Paul Reinhart, Medicaid Director, State of Michigan; and public witnesses. UKRAINE'S ELECTION: NEXT STEPS Committee on International Relations: Held a hearing on Ukraine's Election: Next Steps. Testimony was heard from Senator Lugar; Representative Kaptur; and John F. Tefft, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of European and Eurasian Affairs, Department of State. CONFERENCE REPORT--NATIONAL INTELLIGENCE REFORM ACT OF 2004 Committee on Rules: Granted, by voice vote, a rule waiving all points of order against the conference report to accompany S. 2845, National Intelligence Reform Act of 2004, and against its consideration. The rule provides that the conference report shall be considered as read. Testimony was heard from Chairman Hoekstra and Representative Harmon. Joint Meetings INTELLIGENCE AUTHORIZATION ACT Conferees agreed to file a conference report on the differences between the Senate and House passed versions of H.R. 4548, to authorize appropriations for fiscal year … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2167-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2167 | E2167 | [{"name": "Louise McIntosh Slaughter", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2167 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2167] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN ______ speech of HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER of new york in the house of representatives Friday, November 19, 2004 Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend two colleagues who will not be here when the next congressional session begins-- Congressman Amo Houghton and Congressman Jack Quinn. It has been a true honor to work with them. They will be greatly missed. While we did not share the same political party, that fact never prevented us from working together to improve Upstate New York. These two men had very different backgrounds: Jack Quinn was a union steelworker and teacher before entering politics; Amo Houghton was head of Corning Glass Works. Yet, they are good friends who have represented the working families in their districts well and with grace. In 2002, when a State redistricting plan proposed to match these two men against each other, I think their statements at the time reflect their character and friendship: ``In my heart, I don't want to knock out Jack Quinn,'' Houghton said. ``He's an extraordinary guy.'' ``I hope it is not against my good friend, Amo Houghton,'' Quinn said. ``If it is, I'll just invite him to dinner, maybe take our wives, and talk about what is best for the people of western New York.'' Through their committee posts, both moderate Members fought for the interests of New York State. As the former chairman of a Fortune 500 company, Amo Houghton understood how the Federal Government could play a role in sustaining and creating local businesses. As a senior … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2167-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2167 | E2167 | [{"name": "Vito Fossella", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2167 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2167] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN ______ speech of HON. VITO FOSSELLA of new york in the house of representatives Friday, November 19, 2004 Mr. FOSSELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to my distinguished colleague from the State of New York, Congressman Amo Houghton. He is retiring after 18 years of esteemed public service as the Congressional Representative of the citizens of the 29th District of New York. Prior to his service in the U.S. Congress, Representative Houghton was an established and well respected businessman. A former CEO of a Fortune 500 company, Mr. Houghton was able to bring those skills to Washington to the benefit of the legislative process. His ability to work with both sides of the aisle made him an effective and powerful legislator. Known as a moderate Republican and fiscal conservative, Congressman Houghton actively worked with a coalition of moderate Republicans to pursue meaningful budget reforms. Additionally, history will record Mr. Houghton as one of the early leaders driving reform of the Alternative Minimum Tax. On behalf of the residents of the State of New York, I would like to thank Representative Houghton for his exceptional service in the U.S. Congress. It has been a pleasure to serve with him, and his presence among the New York delegation will be sorely missed. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate Mr. Houghton on a job well done, and wish him the very best in the years ahead. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2167-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | REMOVE WELDON REFUSAL CLAUSE FROM OMNIBUS SPENDING BILL | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2167 | E2168 | [{"name": "Carolyn B. Maloney", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2167 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2167-E2168] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] REMOVE WELDON REFUSAL CLAUSE FROM OMNIBUS SPENDING BILL ______ HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, last month, the Republican majority pushed through Congress a $388 billion omnibus spending bill that very few people had a chance to read. The Weldon provision was slipped into this enormous bill which severely alters the state of reproductive healthcare in this country. It gags America's doctor's and it jeopardize's women's health. Without education and without knowledge and information, women are being forced to make life-changing decisions about their reproductive health. This is not only wrong, it's un-American. The Weldon provision is nothing but another attack on a woman's right to choose in an effort to dismantle Roe v. Wade. After all, why is it necessary? [[Page E2168]] Federal law already protects medical professionals who refuse to take abortion training. Is this what American women can look forward to under the new Republican ``mandate?'' The rolling back of their fundamental rights, an elimination of their healthcare options, and an undermining of their representation in Congress. I, for one, certainly hope not, but this action does not look good and should put us all on alert. I urge my colleagues to remove the Weldon provision from the FY05 Omnibus spending bill. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2167 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF GEORGE STRYDIO | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2167 | E2167 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2167 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2167] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2167]] IN HONOR OF GEORGE STRYDIO ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor George Strydio for his support and remarkable work in helping others who are living with cancer. Mr. Strydio was honored at the Bayonne Community Mental Health Center's cocktail reception on October 27, 2004, in Bayonne, NJ. At the age of 67, Mr. Strydio underwent a life-changing experience during a battle with non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma, a type of cancer. After surviving chemotherapy, several cases of pneumonia, and other health complications, including learning how to walk again, he decided to channel his energy into helping others with the disease. He devoted two years to visiting cancer patients before determining that he should establish his own support organization, which he named the Community Cancer Support Group. The group is a valuable resource consisting of a team of people who reach out to offer support, encouragement, and hope to cancer patients. The Community Cancer Support Group holds monthly meetings and brings in guest speakers that address the educational, psychological, spiritual, and medical needs of its members. Mr. Strydio grew up in Bayonne and was an outstanding high school football and baseball player. At one time a catching prospect for the Brooklyn Dodgers, Mr. Strydio shifted his focus in 1970 to teaching Okinawa-style martial arts called Isshin Ryu. After more than 30 years, he is still teaching at St. Peter's College in Jersey City. Today, I ask my colleagues to… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2168-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO McCULLOUGH WILLIAMS JR. OF YOUNGSTOWN, OH | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2168 | E2168 | [{"name": "Tim Ryan", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2168 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2168] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO McCULLOUGH WILLIAMS JR. OF YOUNGSTOWN, OH ______ HON. TIM RYAN of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, my remarks today are to pay tribute to the life of my friend, McCullough Williams Jr. of Youngstown, Ohio. Mr. Williams has long been active in service to the community. He served as Third Ward Councilman, Housing Coordinator for the City of Youngstown, and President of the Youngstown City Board of Education. He was appointed by the Governor to the State of Ohio Board of Funeral Directors and Embalmers where he served as President. Mr. Williams was also a member of the National Board for Funeral Directors. As well as being the founder of the Sterling-McCullough Williams Funeral Homes of Warren and Youngstown, and the former owner of numerous other businesses, Mr. Williams was a member of the Centenary United Methodist Church, where he served as trustee, the Roberts Deliberating Club, Youngstown State University Penguin Club, Charter Member of the Youngstown Mahoning County Convention and Visitors Bureau, Rising Sun Masonic Lodge No. 90 A&FM, Member of the National Parliamentarian Association, and Life Member of the NAACP. Mr. Williams has been awarded the Buckeye Elks Community Service Award, the U.S. Small Business Administration Ohio Minority Advocate of the Year, the Ohio Expo Businessman of the Year, the Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber of Commerce Outstanding Leadership Award, the Martin Luther King Jr. Recognition Award, the YWCA Man of the Year Award, NAACP Ebony Man of the Year Award, the Curbstone Coaches … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2168-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 4670 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2168 | E2169 | [{"name": "Rush Holt", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4670"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4670"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2168 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2168-E2169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 4670 ______ HON. RUSH D. HOLT of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to introduce letters of endorsement for the Center for Scientific and Technical Assessment Act of 2005 (H.R. 4670). I have introduced the enabling bipartisan legislation with Mr. Houghton, Mr. Moran of Virginia, Mr. Honda, Mr. Gordon, Mr. McDermott, Mr. Waxman, Mr. Oliver, Mr. Greenwood, Mr. Castle, Mr. Van Hollen, Mr. Frost, Mr. Berman, Mr. Ruppersberger, and Mr. Ehlers. The Center for Scientific and Technical Assessment would be a bicameral and bipartisan resource providing Congress with highly respected, impartial analysis and assessment of scientific and technical issues and would enable Congress better to oversee the Federal science and technology programs, which receives over $130 billion, annually. Finally, the Center also would help the Congress to better understand complex technical issues by providing timely information to members of Congress and our Committees before we have to make difficult voting decisions and funding tradeoffs. There is growing support for H.R. 4670 among our Nation's best science and technology professionals. I submit the following letter of endorsement by several professional societies for H.R. 4670: October 7, 2004. Hon. Rush Holt, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Hon. Amo Houghton, House of Representatives, Washington, DC. Dear Representatives Holt and Houghton: The following engineering profe… | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2168 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF THE URBAN LEAGUE OF UNION COUNTY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2168 | E2168 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2168 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2168] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF THE URBAN LEAGUE OF UNION COUNTY ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Urban League of Union County for its exceptional service to the community. The Urban League celebrated its 60th anniversary at the 34th Annual Equal Opportunity Day Dinner on November 12, 2004, in Newark, New Jersey. The Urban League was originally established to help African Americans secure economic independence and work for civil rights. Decades later, it has grown and expanded to assist the entire community with health needs, employment services, housing assistance, and educational opportunities. The Urban League offers the residents of Union County a wide range of services to improve their quality of life. The Economic Development and Employment Department offers assistance with interview techniques, job referrals, career counseling, and job placement. In addition, it offers a Summer Youth Employment Program and a Work Opportunity Program for welfare recipients, as well as evening classes on computer literacy. Working diligently to address important health issues, the Urban League has created the Adolescent Pregnancy Prevention and Assistance Program, which works to positively influence teenagers by educating and counseling them about relationships, sexual development, and other related issues. The organization has also established a Housing Community Development Department, which provides counseling on a variety of housing issues including mortgages, consumer credit and budget managem… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2169-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF NICK STARITA | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2169 | E2169 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2169 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF NICK STARITA ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Nick Starita for his exceptional community service and passion for helping others. Mr. Starita was honored at the Bayonne Community Mental Health Center's cocktail reception on October 27, 2004, in Bayonne, New Jersey. Mr. Starita has devoted more than 30 years of service to the United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) Association of Hudson County. During his extensive time at UCP, he has helped the organization expand and diversify its services. His contributions include helping UCP establish a second facility, securing greater accessibility to therapy services, and developing new programs to better serve Hudson County residents. The organization also offers an Adult Special Needs Program to help those who are developmentally disabled and require special medical assistance, and a day care program that works with both able-bodied and disabled children. The time and passion Mr. Starita has dedicated to UCP throughout the years has transformed the organization into an extensive network that includes three facilities and services ranging from advocacy to accessible transportation. Mr. Starita has demonstrated his strong leadership skills as UCP's executive director for the past 16 years and previously, as a member of the Board of Directors for 13 years. Always striving to help others, Mr. Starita has volunteered at the A. Harry Moore School and served on the boards of numerous community and civic organizations, including th… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2169-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING WORK AND LIFE OF DR. MELVIN DYSTER | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2169 | E2169 | [{"name": "Louise McIntosh Slaughter", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2169 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING WORK AND LIFE OF DR. MELVIN DYSTER ______ HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I wish to honor the work and life of Dr. Melvin Dyster of Niagara Falls, New York, a family practitioner, who this past weekend was honored by the Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center for 50 years of practicing medicine. Dr. Dyster is 77 years old and still makes early morning rounds seven days a week at Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center, sees patients at his office, and students at Niagara University in Lewiston, New York. Dr. Dyster has had many accomplishments over the years. He started a Family Practice Residency Program in 1976 at the hospital to avert a shortage of primary care doctors. He became involved with a fledgling migrant worker clinic 25 years ago. He secured donated drugs for the clinic, and encouraged residents and medical students to become involved with the clinic, the County Health Department, and Memorial Medical Center, which now sends its mobile clinic to the farms in the area. His accomplishments have led to many honors and awards. In 1995, Dr. Dyster was recognized as Doctor of the Year by the New York State Academy of Family Practice. He has received an honorary doctorate degree from Niagara University and the University of Buffalo Medical School Dean's Award for community involvement. He also received the Niagara University College of Arts and Sciences Dean's Award for his establishment of the Dr. Melvin B. Dyster Health Science Resource Center in 2003. Dr. Dyster goes out of his … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2169-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2169 | E2169 | [{"name": "Vito Fossella", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2169 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING CONGRESSMAN AMO HOUGHTON AND CONGRESSMAN JACK QUINN ______ speech of HON. VITO FOSSELLA of new york in the house of representatives Friday, November 19, 2004 Mr. FOSSELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor and pay tribute to one of my distinguished colleagues from the State of New York, Congressman Jack Quinn. In his six terms as Representative of the 27th District of New York, Congressman Quinn brought a strong and well respected voice to the United States Congress. His good nature and approachability made him a pleasure to work with, for both sides of the aisle. As Chairman of the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Railroads, Mr. Quinn fought to preserve Amtrak as part of our Nation's infrastructure and worked tirelessly towards ensuring the safety of our railroads. He has used his seat on the Committee on Veterans to bring about needed reforms for our veterans and to raise awareness and appreciation of our Nation's heroes and their sacrifices. His role as Chairman of the House Republican Working Group on Labor provided an important link to keep the lines of communication open between labor leaders and the Republican party. Beyond his legislative accomplishments, Congressman Quinn made service to his constituents the cornerstone of his office, and it is this service that will be his legacy. On behalf of the residents of New York, I would like to thank Mr. Quinn for his exceptional service to the United States Congress. His presence, both in the House and within the New York delegation will be greatly missed. Mr. Speaker, I ask … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2169-5 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING THE RECIPIENTS OF THE 2004 EXCEPTIONAL MERIT IN MEDIA AWARDS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2169 | E2170 | [{"name": "Carolyn B. Maloney", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2169 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2169-E2170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE RECIPIENTS OF THE 2004 EXCEPTIONAL MERIT IN MEDIA AWARDS ______ HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the winners of the 18th Annual [[Page E2170]] Exceptional Merit in Media Awards (EMMAs) which were presented by the National Women's Political Caucus earlier this year. This prestigious honor is given for excellence in media coverage of women's issues. The 2004 EMMA honorees include: The Liz Claiborne Award for Outstanding Reporting on Violence Against Women: Marie Claire, Lesley Jane Seymour, Editor-in-Chief. Magazine Story, Winner: ``Code of Dishonor'', Clara Bingham, Vanity Fair Magazine. Television, Exceptional Feature Story: ``He Said, She Said'', Melissa Cornick, ABC News. Magazine Story, Runner-up: ``Your Body is a Battle Ground'', Kimberly Sevcik, Self Magazine. Television, Exceptional Documentary: ``Our Lifetime Commitment: Stop Violence Against Women'', Denise Young Farrell, Lifetime Television. Magazine Story, Runner-up: ``Are You Ready to Really Understand Abortion'', Allison Brower, Glamour. Radio Segment: ``Shoshone Sisters Fight for Land'', Susan Shepard, Living on Earth, NPR. Television, Special Topics: ``Final Justice with Erin Brockovich, #315'', LMNO Productions, Larry Goldman, VP Corporate Communications. Special, Print: ``Violently III'', Jennifer Wolff, Self Magazine. Television, News Story: ``Women and the Media'', PBS to the Contrary Television, Cari Stein, VP Corporate Communications. Newspaper, Exceptional Feature Story: ``Th… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2169 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | ON THE OCCASION OF THE BIRTHDAY OF MRS. LENA ROBERT MURRELL-WHITE | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2169 | E2169 | [{"name": "G. K. Butterfield", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2169 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2169] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ON THE OCCASION OF THE BIRTHDAY OF MRS. LENA ROBERT MURRELL-WHITE ______ HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD of north carolina in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute the American mother in the embodiment of Mrs. Lena Roberta Murrell-White. She has raised nine children and has nurtured a throng of grandchildren and great grandchildren. Her labor helped to build ships during World War II, supported the effort during the Korean War, sent a son off to the Vietnam War and provided more sons and daughters that have helped to build the American economy. Through her strong faith in a loving God she has brought light to her community in Camden, New Jersey. Mrs. Murrell-White was born and raised in the great State of North Carolina. She spent her formative years in the town of Greenville in Pitt County, North Carolina. Upon graduation from high school she moved to Camden, New Jersey where she married and raised her family. Now, at the age of 84 this paragon of mothers has neither slackened her pace, eased her resolve nor retreated an inch. She remains faithful to the Lord, committed to her family and solidly supports her community. So today she is to be commended for her efforts and receive the heartfelt gratitude of the Congress of the United States of America. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2170-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO WARREN G. HARDING HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2170 | E2170 | [{"name": "Tim Ryan", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2170 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO WARREN G. HARDING HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND ______ HON. TIM RYAN of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, my remarks today are to pay tribute to the Warren G. Harding High School ``Raider'' Marching Band from Warren, Ohio. On November 25th, Thanksgiving Day, 2004, the ``Raider'' Marching Band represented Ohio's 17th District as it marched down Broadway in midtown Manhattan during the 78th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. The ``Raider'' Band was one out of 10 bands to be selected nationwide out of approximately 500 applicants annually. With 201 members strong, the band played ``On Broadway'' as it stopped in Herald Square to showcase its talent for the millions of onlookers and viewers at home. The event was aired live on NBC Thanksgiving Day. Lynn G. Marlin is the Director of Bands at Warren G. Harding High School. A graduate from the Youngstown State University's Dana School of Music in Youngstown, Ohio, and Marygrove College in Detroit, she has been leading and instructing the band for 10 years and has been teaching for 30 years. Richard J. Rollo is the assistant Director of the Bands and also the head of the jazz department where he has been teaching for 22 years. He is an alumnus of Youngstown State University and Vandercook College of Music in Chicago. The percussion instructor is Mr. Kevin Kifer, majorette instructors are Nicole Horner and Amy Namola, and the ``Raider'' flag line instructors are Erika Campolito and Nikki Wynn. In addition to outstanding musical accomplishment, the ``Raider'' Marching Band sh… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2170 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF COOKIE DAUGHTREY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2170 | E2170 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2170 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2170] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF COOKIE DAUGHTREY ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the late Mrs. Cookie Daughtrey for her dedicated work in serving the community and those in need. Ms. Daughtrey was honored at the Bayonne Community Mental Health Center's cocktail reception on October 27, 2004, in Bayonne, New Jersey. Mrs. Daughtrey was known for her tireless efforts to help those less fortunate than herself. Even as a child, she reached out to others and would often invite underprivileged peers over for dinner. She greatly helped the citizens of Bayonne by matching people with service organizations that offered the food, shelter, healthcare, or substance abuse treatment they needed. In addition, she coordinated food drives in City Hall for the past five years. With a passion for community involvement, Mrs. Daughtrey participated in numerous groups, including the New Frontier Democrats, Ireland's 32, and the HIGHWAYS program. Additionally, she volunteered extensively at the Bayonne Democratic Organization and was on the Board of Directors for the Bayonne Community Day Nursery. Born and raised in Bayonne, Mrs. Daughtrey worked as a welfare investigator for the city for 27 years, and was employed at Woolworth's department store. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the late Cookie Daughtrey for her deep commitment to serving others in her community. Her years of volunteerism helped countless individuals and she will be remembered fondly by all who knew her. … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2171-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF CAPTAIN GILMAN G. UDELL, JR. ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2171 | E2172 | [{"name": "Jack Kingston", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2171 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2171-E2172] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF CAPTAIN GILMAN G. UDELL, JR. ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIREMENT ______ HON. JACK KINGSTON of georgia in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor one of our Capitol Police Officers. On December 31, 2004, Captain Gilman G. Udell will retire after 33 years of serving the Congress as a member of the United States Capitol Police (USCP). Captain Udell spent the majority of his career, and finished as the commanding officer, of the USCP Hazardous Incident Response Division. Captain Udell was one of the six original members of the USCP bomb squad, first organized in the Spring of 1974. To exemplify Captain Udell's fine work in this area, one must review the threat environment over the last 30 years. On March 1, 1971 a bomb exploded in a restroom on the first floor of the Senate wing of the Capitol, causing extensive damage. After that incident, the Department selected six officers to attend the basic bomb course at Redstone Arsenal in Huntsville, Alabama. When Gill Udell and the other original members returned to Washington after completing the training at Redstone Arsenal, their new unit became part of the Special Investigations Division. Over the 30 years of its existence, the Bomb Squad has excelled at developing and adapting new tools and techniques for rendering safe procedures. Members of the unit work with other Federal agencies such as the FBI, ATF, DoD and DoE, as well as private contractors in the defense industry to stay current with new technology and to promote the development of … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2171 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING FRANK VON HIPPEL, RECIPIENT OF THE GEORGE F. KENNAN PEACE LEADERSHIP AWARD | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2171 | E2171 | [{"name": "Rush Holt", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2171 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2171] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2171]] HONORING FRANK VON HIPPEL, RECIPIENT OF THE GEORGE F. KENNAN PEACE LEADERSHIP AWARD ______ HON. RUSH D. HOLT of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, Frank von Hippel, a physicist and professor of public and international affairs at Princeton University, has had, and continues to have, a far-reaching influence on arms control and nuclear policy. He is without question one of the world's leading experts on nuclear arms control and non-proliferation. Frank's many contributions include path breaking work on nuclear reactor safety, energy efficiency in automobiles, support of whistle- blowers, training of a large group of young policy scientists, and his current work on the safety of stored spent power-reactor fuel. He is the founder of the journal Science and Global Security, the leading peer-reviewed journal on technical issues of arms control and international security. He is a model to many people about how a scientist should contribute to the policy process. On the occasion of the award of the George F. Kennan Peace Leadership Award, I would like to highlight Frank von Hippel's work with Soviet scientists that prepared the way for deep cuts in nuclear arsenals. This is only one aspect of Frank's many contributions. During the 1980s Frank developed a working relationship with Soviet physicist Evgeny Velikhov. At the time, Velikhov was the deputy director of the I. V. Kurchatov Institute of Atomic Energy in Moscow, and he became the science advisor to Soviet President Mikhail Gorbachev. Through this rel… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2172-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO MR. JOHN DiPOFI | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2172 | E2172 | [{"name": "Louise McIntosh Slaughter", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2172 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2172] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO MR. JOHN DiPOFI ______ HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that I rise today to pay tribute to Mr. John DiPofi of Niagara Falls, NY, who passed away this week at the age of 106. He was the oldest living Marine in the United States at the time of his death. Mr. DiPofi joined the Marines on November 10, 1922, and served for 3 years in Haiti. He was an expert rifleman and was assigned to guard the country's agricultural assets. Mr. DiPofi was born in Italy and came to America in 1913 at the age of 15. He lived and worked in Niagara Falls after his tour of duty. It was an honor to have Mr. DiPofi living in the 28th Congressional District. I was privileged to meet him last year and congratulate him on his good health and service to our nation. I offer my sincerest condolences to Mr. DiPofi's family. The nation has lost a good soldier, and Niagara Falls has lost a good friend. His extraordinary life will never be forgotten. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2172-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | RECOGNIZING LANCE CORPORAL PHILLIP G. WEST, USMC, WHO WAS KILLED IN ACTION IN IRAQ NOVEMBER 19, 2004 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E2172 | E2172 | [{"name": "Mike Thompson", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2172 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2172] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING LANCE CORPORAL PHILLIP G. WEST, USMC, WHO WAS KILLED IN ACTION IN IRAQ NOVEMBER 19, 2004 ______ HON. MIKE THOMPSON of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise today to pay tribute to Lance Corporal Phillip G. West, USMC, who was killed in action in Iraq November 19, 2004. Corporal West, a 19-year-old resident of Napa County, CA, answered his country's call and paid the ultimate price. Corporal West served as a rifleman with the 3rd Platoon, India Company, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marine Division. He was on patrol in Fallujah when he was fatally wounded by an explosive device. Corporal West was born and raised in Napa County. He was a lifeguard at the American Canyon Aquatics Center and taught many local youngsters to swim. He also played football for the Vintage High School Crushers in Napa. Corporal West loved his country and he enlisted in the Marines immediately upon graduation from Vintage High in 2003. He was drawn to the Corps because, to him, it was ``the best'' and he wanted to be part of the best. Corporal West was deployed to Iraq's Al Anbar Province in June. As a rifleman, he was often in combat situations, either on safety patrol or in directly confronting insurgents. He excelled at his job, was highly regarded by his unit and received a commendation from the Marine Corps for superior performance. Corporal West died serving the country he loved, with comrades he loved and with the love of his family in his heart. Our nation is humbled and grateful for … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2172-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING THE WOODCLIFF COMMUNITY REFORMED CHURCH | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2172 | E2172 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2172 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2172] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE WOODCLIFF COMMUNITY REFORMED CHURCH ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Woodcliff Community Reformed Church, which celebrated its 75th anniversary on November 18, 2004, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Throughout the years, the Woodcliff Community Reformed Church has helped the residents of Jersey City by supporting local organizations, providing outreach programs, and aiding in the spiritual development of its congregation. Its efforts to serve the community include establishing a program to feed the homeless and offering building space to local Alcoholics Anonymous groups. It has also been a major supporter of the local Boy Scout and Girl Scout troops in the area. The church's dedication to serving others has greatly contributed to the success and stability of the community, and its contributions to the surrounding areas are to be commended. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the Woodcliff Community Reformed Church for its 75 years of exemplary work within the community and its spiritual leadership in Jersey City, NJ. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2172-5 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | COMMENDING HUMBERTO LOZANO LOPEZ | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | COMMENDING | E2172 | E2173 | [{"name": "Solomon P. Ortiz", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2172 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2172-E2173] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] COMMENDING HUMBERTO LOZANO LOPEZ ______ HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ of texas in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a unique American patriot and pioneer in the Tejano recording industry and the world of radio and broadcasting, my friend from our hometown of Robstown, TX, Humberto Lozano Lopez. Humberto was just inducted into the Tejano Hall of Fame in Texas for his lifetime of excellence in broadcasting and for the extraordinary [[Page E2173]] addition he has made to the tapestry of our lives through broadcasting--both music and community interest programming--composing, promoting Hispanic talent, and finally obtaining and operating the Lopez Broadcast System that now consists of several South Texas radio stations. His introduction to radio came in 1955, while he was still in high school, conducting the American GI Forum Weekly Program on KCCT in Corpus Christi, TX. After graduation he continued this work he loved, and it took him all over south Texas and northern Mexico. In the early 1960s, he moved the family to San Antonio, where he branched out to television, and worked in the first U.S. Spanish Radio station, KCOR, and the first U.S. Spanish Television station, (KWEX). His voice won him voice-over roles in some classic American movies-- for voices of Spencer Tracy, Sidney Poitier, Anthony Quinn, and many more--and he dubbed several Hollywood movies into Spanish for broadcast into Mexico and Latin America. For his work in this venue, Humberto picked up an award for ``Best Performance in Dubbing.'' … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2172 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF SUE SHAPIRO | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2172 | E2172 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2172 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2172] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF SUE SHAPIRO ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Sue Shapiro for her active role in community organizations and years of dedicated leadership. Mrs. Shapiro was honored at the Bayonne Jewish Community Center's 52nd annual Sustaining Dinner Gala on October 23, 2004, in Bayonne, New Jersey. Sue Shapiro's commitment to serving her community has been demonstrated by her steadfast involvement in local organizations. In the past, she has served as a member and trustee of the Bayonne Board of Education and was the second woman to serve as president of the Temple Beth Am. Her most extensive service has been with the Jewish Community Center. As chairperson of the Health and Physical Education Committee for 24 of her 29 years of participation, Mrs. Shapiro has overseen a successful athletic program for youth and adults of Bayonne. She has also served as chair or co-chair of the Open Tennis Tournament, Winter Holiday Elementary School Basketball Tournament, Annual Golf Tournament, and Annual Sports Awards Program. In addition, she has successfully organized three reunions at the Jewish Community Center. Throughout her years of involvement with these organizations, Mrs. Shapiro has continued to work as a dedicated employee for the Rexall Drug Company and Judge Harvey L. Birne. Born and raised in Bayonne, Mrs. Shapiro was the wife of the late Harold Shapiro and is the proud mother of three sons and three grandchildren. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honor… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2173-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING MARCELLUS'S GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2173 | E2173 | [{"name": "James T. Walsh", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2173 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2173] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING MARCELLUS'S GIRLS VARSITY SOCCER STATE CHAMPIONSHIP ______ HON. JAMES T. WALSH of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to an extraordinary group of athletes, the Marcellus Girls Varsity Soccer team. Marcellus captured its second consecutive Section 3, Class B state title with a 6 to 0 win over Fredonia, ending their season with an overall record of 23-1-1. The Marcellus Mustangs lived up to their season long No. 1 ranking with a decisive victory over Fredonia led by senior striker Jenna Farneti scoring three goals and two assists. Amy Ware and Hannah Vaughn struck the final blows to the nails in the coffin adding three more goals with Meghan Mannion and Alyssa MacLachlan contributing the assists. While acknowledging these five, outstanding athletes for their efforts in the championship game is well deserved; any member of a team knows that victory isn't possible without the contributions of all team members and coaches. Coach Laurie Updike, Jenna Farneti, Rachel Farneti, Stephanie Gosson, Kelly Hanlon, Sarah Holden, Jocie Jankowski, Alyssa MacLachlan, Meghan Mannion, Ashley Martin, Lauren Longo, Alyse O'Brien, Sarah Potter, Cahterine Scott, Amanda Stessen, Hannah Vaughn, Katie Walter, Amy Ware, Jennifer Young, Katie Young, Katie Zimmerman, Emily Zimmerman, Emmy Potter, Meghan Kaminska are all equally valued components of the Marcellus perennial powerhouse. A special recognition is also deserved to those whom support Marcellus's fine athletes, the parents, teachers, students and fans. You were all instr… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2173 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING THE BALLOU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2173 | E2173 | [{"name": "Eleanor Holmes Norton", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2173 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2173] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING THE BALLOU SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL MARCHING BAND ______ HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON of the district of columbia in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the District's own Ballou Senior High School Marching Band for its recent extraordinary achievement at the Home Depot National Battle of the Bands Competition. The band, numbering 86 members, placed second among eight bands in a competition which included 110 entrants in the initial field. Ballou deserves recognition from the House of Representatives not only because of this notable accomplishment. I ask the Congress to recognize the Ballou Marching Band also because these students, led by their able and devoted band director, Darrell Watson, overcame nearly impossible odds. The high school is located in one of the city's most disadvantaged and besieged communities. The students have lived with unusual human tragedy, including the fatal shooting of two fellow students this year. Also in 2003, the school was closed for more than a month because of an accidental mercury spill. At the end of the school year, many of the problems of the school were blamed on allegations of poor leadership and the principal was dismissed. This is not an atmosphere conducive to producing award winning bands. Yet, the Ballou Marching Band's band director and the new principal, Daniel Hudson, persevered. However, talent, intelligence, diligence and dedication could not cover the $70,000 needed to travel to California to compete. The often struggling families of the students, and their inner-city c… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2174-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | RELEASE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE RECIPIENT AUNG SAN SUU KYI | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2174 | E2174 | [{"name": "Mike Pence", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2174 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2174] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RELEASE NOBEL PEACE PRIZE RECIPIENT AUNG SAN SUU KYI ______ HON. MIKE PENCE of indiana in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight recent and profoundly heartbreaking situations in the brutal authoritarian dictatorship of Burma. For nearly two decades, the ruling military regime has sought to crush any and all opposition to their complete domination of the country. The military junta's actions have led to the unjust imprisonment of over 1,000 political opponents, including the world's only imprisoned Nobel Peace Prize recipient, Aung San Suu Kyi. While indications recently hinted at the release of most, if not all, of these political prisoners, once again the regime has proven that no trust can be lent to their promises. Just days after the promising release of a handful of democracy activists, the military junta informed Aung San Suu Kyi that her sentence would be extended one more year. Mr. Speaker, even more appalling, recent reports indicate that five Burma Army battalions are involved in slash and burn campaigns in ethnic minority controlled areas in eastern Burma. These actions follow an all-too-familiar pattern of tactics employed by the regime to stifle resistance by anti-regime, ethnic minorities. Military are actively burning villages and crucial rice supplies. Perhaps a greater outrage is the military then land mining the empty villages, and most times, the paths to and from that village so people are unable to return. There is no other intention in these actions than extermination. As a strong advocate for child… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2174-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2174 | E2174 | [{"name": "Ed Whitfield", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2174 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2174] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 ______ speech of HON. ED WHITFIELD of kentucky in the house of representatives Saturday, November 20, 2004 Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong opposition to a provision inserted in the FY 2005 Omnibus Appropriations Act. Title 1 section 142 states ``Any excess animal sold under this provision shall no longer be considered to be a wild-free roaming horse or burro for purposes of this Act.'' This section completely reverses the goal of the Wild Free-Roaming Horses and Burros Act of 1971, which was aimed at stopping wild horses and burros from being harvested for commercial poses without limitation. The Bureau of Land Management, BLM, oversees approximately 261 million acres. More than 29 million acres of this land is used for wild horse and burro grazing. BLM's responsibilities with regard to caring for wild horses and burros were created by the Wild Free Roaming Horses and Burros Act in 1971. Although the act's primary concern is caring for wild horses and burros, it also permits BLM to lease this land for several purposes, such as grazing, mining, and parks. The act and subsequent regulations require BLM to manage wild horses and burros on public lands and protect them from unauthorized capture, branding, harassment, death, and ensure their humane care. Current law prohibits the sale of wild horses and burros for processing into commercial products. Section 142 will undermine these efforts by allowing wild horses and burros that are at least 10 years old or have been put up for adoption thre… | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2174-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | THE CURSE HAS STRUCK OUT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2174 | E2175 | [{"name": "Edward J. Markey", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2174 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2174-E2175] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE CURSE HAS STRUCK OUT ______ HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY of massachusetts in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, in celebration of the victory of the Red Sox in the World Series, I have an offering for the House, with apologies to Ernest L. Thayer entitled, ``The Curse Has Struck Out.'' The outlook wasn't guaranteed for the Red Sox nine this year Since 1918 our boys had left us crying in our beer. And when they lost twice in New York, and then at home again A pall-like silence fell over the loyal Red Sox fans. A straggling few got up to go in deep despair. ``Wait 'til next year,'' they said. Resignation filled the air. The rest clung to that hope that springs eternal in the human breast. ``It ain't over 'til it's over'' they muttered half in jest. They thought, ``If only our boys could put some bat on that ball, [[Page E2175]] We'd put Bambino's curse to rest once and for all.'' But then Ortiz let fly a homer, to the wonderment of all. And Johnny Damon, bases loaded, tore the cover off the ball. And when the dust had lifted on that memorable night We had come back from three games down, the Curse was in our sights. Then from all of Red Sox Nation's throats there rose a wild call, It echoed on the Common, it shook Faneuil Hall. It pounded on the River Charles, and splashed upon the Bay, The Yankees were all through, kaput, a World Series we would play. And they rolled out to St… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2174 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING THE IRONBOUND COMMUNITY CORPORATION | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2174 | E2174 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2174 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2174] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2174]] HONORING THE IRONBOUND COMMUNITY CORPORATION ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Ironbound Community Corporation, a multiservice organization that has made amazing contributions to the city and residents of Newark. The Ironbound Community Corporation celebrated its 35th anniversary on October 22, 2004, at the Mediterranean Manor in Newark, NJ. Guided by a desire to ensure justice and equality for all people, the Ironbound Community Organization provides a variety of programs and outreach services and offers assistance in areas such as family literacy, multilingual adult education, family assistance and development, and senior citizen care. In addition, it develops programs for children, adolescents, environmental projects, and general neighborhood issues, with the goal of improving the lives of those living in and around the ethnically and culturally diverse Ironbound neighborhood. More than 700 people benefit daily from the services this wonderful organization provides. Each year, the Community Corporation honors those who have contributed greatly to the organization's success. This year's honorees include Gabriella Morris, Joseph DiVincenzo, Antonio Matinho, David and Florence Schnegelberger, Bernadine Fillmore, and Eva Harris. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring the Ironbound Community Corporation for 35 years of dedicated and honorable service working to improve the lives of the people of Newark. Its broad range of programs and services ha… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2175-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO TERRY MELCHER | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2175 | E2175 | [{"name": "Sam Farr", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2175 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2175] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO TERRY MELCHER ______ HON. SAM FARR of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Terry Melcher, a prominent record producer and songwriter and a personal friend of mine, who recently passed away. I send the deepest sympathies to his wife, Terese, his son, Ryan, and his mother, Doris Day. Anyone who knew Terry would claim that he was a talented man. He started his career in the music industry as a solo singer, but later he and future Beach Boy Bruce Johnston paired up and formed the group Bruce & Terry. They made several hits together and then went on to become part of the group, the Rip Chords. Together the Rip Chords recorded the 1964 hit, ``Hey, Little Cobra''. Also, during this successful time, Terry's career included producing. He produced the top selling version of Bob Dylan's ``Mr. Tambourine Man'' and others, including the Byrds' ``Turn, Turn, Turn'' while with Columbia Records. He also worked his magic with the Mamas and the Papas, Wayne Newton, Paul Revere and the Raiders and Ray Cooder. In addition to his work Terry took time to be involved in the community; he was a board member of the Monterey Pop Foundation and a producer of the Monterey Pop Festival in 1967. This event rose to fame as stars such as Jimi Hendrix, The Who, Janis Joplin and Otis Redding emerged onto the national scene. However, Terry was probably best known for his work with the Beach Boys, who once recorded an album at his studio in Carmel Valley. Terry co-wrote the song ``Kokomo'' and performed on their album ``Pe… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2175 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF FRANK CARINE, JR. | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2175 | E2175 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2175 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2175] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF FRANK CARINE, JR. ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Frank Carine, Jr., for his outstanding public service and demonstrated commitment to community participation and leadership. He was named the 2004 Honoree of the Year by the Sicilian Citizens Club on October 23, 2004, in Bayonne, NJ. Mr. Carine has dedicated more than 27 years of his life to law enforcement. His service includes time on the municipal, county, and federal law enforcement teams. For the past 18 years, he has worked with the U.S. Department of Justice and Drug Enforcement Agency and is currently a Supervisory Special Agent in the Newark, NJ, division. Within the law enforcement community, Mr. Carine has established himself as an exceptional leader as a three-term president of the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association, New Jersey Chapter 2. His leadership abilities are also clearly demonstrated through his positions as vice-president of the Nicholas Capodice Association, secretary for the Holy Family Father Club, executive board member of the Sicilian Citizens Club, and chairman and co-chairman of fundraisers for the Boy Scouts of America. In addition to his years of public service, Mr. Carine has contributed his time and energy to helping others, including coaching Bayonne youth soccer teams. His extensive community involvement includes being a third degree member of the Knights of Columbus Council 371, as well as a member of the Italian American Police Society of New Jersey, the Fed… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2176-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | ON THIS DAY OF REMEMBRANCE: AMERICA'S VETERANS DESERVE BETTER | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2176 | E2176 | [{"name": "Dan Burton", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2176 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2176] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ON THIS DAY OF REMEMBRANCE: AMERICA'S VETERANS DESERVE BETTER ______ HON. DAN BURTON of indiana in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, on December 7, 1941, over 2,200 brave servicemen and women sacrificed their lives protecting the freedoms we have come to cherish. Now, sixty-three years after the devastating attack on Pearl Harbor, America has over 26 million veterans who have selflessly dedicated themselves in service to our great country and sacrificed to guarantee Americans the freedoms we enjoy today. Unfortunately, rather than receiving the full respect they deserve, our nation's veterans are now faced with a recently released Department of Veterans Affairs (DVA) directive (VHA Directive 2004-045) that exposes them to tremendous risk. The directive grants optometrists-- non-Medical Doctors (MDs)--in the VA system privileges to perform laser eye procedures under the supervision of an ophthalmologist--a fully trained and certified MD. While I fully understand that the Directive mandates the procedure will be supervised, I am also aware of the fact that supervising a procedure is not the same as actually performing the procedure. As a result, allowing an operation to be performed by a non- surgeon could potentially jeopardize patient safety, and ultimately the quality of care provided to our veterans. As eye health deteriorates with age, more and more older Americans are faced with the need for eye surgery. And just when our aging veterans need this care the most, they are now faced with the prospect of having their surgery performed by… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2176-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF YOLANDA FERNANDEZ-QUINCOCES | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2176 | E2177 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2176 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2176-E2177] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF YOLANDA FERNANDEZ-QUINCOCES ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Yolanda Fernandez- Quincoces for her remarkable accomplishments in dance and music and her exceptional artistic contributions to the community over the past few decades. Ms. Fernandez-Quincoces's extensive career includes teaching, choreographing, and producing. In 1974, she founded Yolanda's Academy of Music and Dance, which has developed young talent in New Jersey for 30 years. In addition to managing the school, she has taught classes in the gifted and talented program in Union City and in the Woodrow Wilson School for the Integrated Arts. Under her dedicated instruction, more than 38 students have won recognition in statewide talent search competitions and many have continued their dance training at prestigious institutes such as the New York City Ballet's School of American Ballet, the Joffrey Ballet, and established universities. Her professional credits include a position as a teaching liaison between the New York City Ballet and New York City Opera and the Woodrow Wilson School. Ms. Fernandez-Quincoces was also involved with hosting and producing a television arts program on Cablevision, and has made several guest appearances on other shows. In addition to her current projects, she is a member of the National Education Association, the Dance Educators of America, and the National Guild of Piano Teachers. For her exceptional work, Ms. Fernandez-Quincoces has received numerous awards, i… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2176 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | DISTRICT OF MARYLAND, HOME OF CHAMPIONS: KUDOS TO SUITLAND, POTOMAC, SHERWOOD, DEMATHA, SENECA VALLEY AND MAGRUDER HIGH SCHOOLS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2176 | E2176 | [{"name": "Albert Russell Wynn", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2176 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2176] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2176]] DISTRICT OF MARYLAND, HOME OF CHAMPIONS: KUDOS TO SUITLAND, POTOMAC, SHERWOOD, DEMATHA, SENECA VALLEY AND MAGRUDER HIGH SCHOOLS ______ HON. ALBERT RUSSELL WYNN of maryland in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. WYNN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate several of our great high school sports teams in the 4th Congressional District of Maryland for their outstanding seasons. Congratulations to Suitland and Potomac High Schools who both recently won state football championships. Potomac High School located in Oxon Hill, Maryland rose to victory beating Hereford High School 19 to 12 to win the 2A title championship. Led by Coach Eric Knight, Potomac was finally able to achieve the title that had slipped through their fingers the previous season. In winning the state championship Potomac also became the first team in Maryland history to end the season with a 14-0 record. Suitland High School located in Suitland, Maryland, led by Coach Nick Lynch and standout junior linebacker Navorro Bowman, beat Damascus High School 14 to 7 to win the 4A title championship. Although Bowman had been pinpointed as the obvious star of the team, the humble young player still managed to praise his fellow teammates including his aggressive offensive line, which did an excellent job to help seal the victory. Navorro Bowman who has already been offered a scholarship at the University of Maryland appears to be a young man on the move who has a bright and promising future ahead of him. Congratulations are also in order for DeMatha High School in Hyattsville, Maryland, which ended … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2177-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO REPRESENTATIVES AMORY HOUGHTON AND JACK QUINN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2177 | E2177 | [{"name": "Sherwood Boehlert", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2177 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2177] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO REPRESENTATIVES AMORY HOUGHTON AND JACK QUINN ______ HON. SHERWOOD BOEHLERT of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, as the 108th Congress comes to a close, I would like to honor two of New York's greatest legislators--Rep. Amory Houghton (NY-29) and Rep. Jack Quinn (NY-27), for their outstanding careers in Congress. Unfortunately, Mr. Quinn and Mr. Houghton have decided to retire at the end of the 108th Congress. As Dean of the New York Republican Congressional Delegation, I would like to express my gratitude and appreciation for their dedication and commitment to their constituencies. Mr. Houghton, a nine-term Member of Congress and founder of the influential Republican Main Street Partnership, has a legacy of supporting moderate social programs, while encouraging fiscal responsibility and much needed tax relief for hard-working Americans. Houghton is also the founder of the John Quincy Adams Society, an issues forum that brings together moderate officeholders with top business leaders, which has been instrumental in strengthening the moderate movement. I have had the distinct pleasure of working alongside Mr. Houghton for the past 18 years, and his vision for a less partisan and more effective Congress is truly inspiring. Mr. Houghton worked diligently on more equitable tax and health politics, in his role on the Ways and Means Committee. His counsel and fair-minded manner were always so valuable to myself, and all Members of Congress. As a senior member of the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, I have had the dis… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2177-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2177 | E2178 | [{"name": "Patrick J. Kennedy", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2177 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2177-E2178] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 ______ speech of HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY of rhode island in the house of representatives Saturday, November 20, 2004 Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speaker, I would like to bring my colleagues attention to a provision included in the Fiscal Year 2005 Appropriations Omnibus bill, H.R. 4818, titled, ``Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Salaries and Expenses.'' The language included in this section declares that it is the intent of Congress for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to have exclusive jurisdiction over the siting and approval of Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) terminals. This language seems to target a pending lawsuit by the State of California challenging the placement of a LNG facility. Although the language is non-binding, I am concerned with the possible repercussions of this provision, as well as the method in which it was added to the bill. My home state of Rhode Island is currently examining a proposal regarding a LNG terminal in Providence. Members of the Rhode Island Congressional delegation and state officials have been in active discussions with all federal and local agencies that would be affected by this terminal to ensure that the region is properly informed of the hazards of a potentially expanded or new LNG facility. Rhode Island's unique geography and narrow waterways would force the LNG tanker ships to travel through densely populated areas to reach the terminal. The citizens of Rhode Island and our Congressional delegation have justly requested that all safety… | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2177 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO SHEILA PETERSON | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2177 | E2177 | [{"name": "Anna G. Eshoo", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2177 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2177] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO SHEILA PETERSON ______ HON. ANNA G. ESHOO of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Sheila Peterson, who was recently honored with the highest award of Sacred Heart Schools, the St. Madeleine Sophie Medal by the Schools of the Sacred Heart in Atherton, California. Sheila and her family have had a long connection to the Sacred Heart Schools. First, she had a great aunt who was part of the convent in St. Charles, Missouri. Next, her mother, Winifred Carreras Sullivan went to Jackson Street and Lone Mountain, where she made great lifelong friends. Winnie married Raymond Sullivan, later a distinguished Justice of the California Supreme Court, and Sheila, the eldest of their five children, ``met'' the Sacred Heart at Broadway in the 7th grade. Ever since, Sheila has found a connection and a place with Sacred Heart. To quote Sheila, ``Sacred Heart/Menlo/Atherton is our place: The first generation was my great aunt; the second was my mother; the third, my sisters and I; the fourth, the Peterson and Sullivan cousins. And at present, my son is on the English faculty and our cousin, Elizabeth is the new Alumni Director. I hope that someday, at some Sacred Heart School, they will find the same satisfaction that I received from helping here''. Over the years, Sheila's involvement with Sacred Heart has taken many forms. She has served as a Room Mother (sometimes for all three of her children), Parent Club Head, substitute teacher, soccer coach, and Auction worker in the Main Building Basement. She has had a ha… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2178-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2178 | E2178 | [{"name": "Edolphus Towns", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2178 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2178] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TAIWAN'S NATIONAL DAY ______ HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my constituents, I wish to extend to Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian my congratulations on the occasion of the Republic of China's National Day which was celebrated on October 10th. Under President Chen's leadership, Taiwan's economy continues to grow and people continue to enjoy high standards of living. To bolster Taiwan's economy, President Chen has improved Taiwan's trade relations with the People's Republic of China. Moreover, President Chen continues to work for an early breakthrough in Taiwan's dialogue with the PRC. In the meantime, Taiwan's relationship with the United States is becoming ever stronger. Bilateral trade between Taiwan and the United States topped $65 billion last year and Taiwan is our eighth largest trading partner. Taiwan and the United States share many values in common such as attachment to freedom; democracy and human rights. I would like to personally thank President Chen for his support of our war against global terrorism and developmental assistance to a number of African nations. To President Chen I say ``good luck and good fortune''. I remain hopeful that our relations will continue to be strengthened in 2005. Certainly, the able leadership of Ambassador David Lee has helped to further our relations with the government and people of Taiwan. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2178-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2178 | E2178 | [{"name": "Betty McCollum", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2178 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2178] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 ______ speech of HON. BETTY McCOLLUM of minnesota in the house of representatives Saturday, November 20, 2004 Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in reluctant support of the FY 2005 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. I am disappointed that we are only now finishing the nine appropriations bills that should have been completed months ago. I am even more disappointed that this bill is inadequate in meeting the Nation's education, health care, and environment needs. It is outrageous that anti-environmental and anti- choice provisions have been slipped into this legislation without previous consideration by this House. I will vote for this bill today because it is $4 billion closer to meeting our Nation's investment responsibilities that would be in the case under a continuing resolution of last year's funding levels. While this bill includes $14 billion more for our top domestic priorities, this increase pales in comparison to the $280 billion in tax cuts for this year alone. Congress must work to do a better job of balancing our priorities. I will continue to work to ensure that we make responsible investments for working families in the future. ____________________ | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2178-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | BOB DIX, PUBLIC SERVANT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2178 | E2178 | [{"name": "Adam H. Putnam", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2178 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2178] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] BOB DIX, PUBLIC SERVANT ______ HON. ADAM H. PUTNAM of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. PUTNAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to a dedicated public servant who has served this institution with distinction. During the 108th Congress, Bob Dix served as my staff director on the Government Reform Subcommittee on Technology, Information Policy, Intergovernmental Relations and the Census. In that capacity, Bob assembled a remarkable team of experts that assisted the subcommittee in conducting oversight on a number of areas crucial to our domestic and national security. Over a period of 17 months, the subcommittee held 39 substantive hearings, ranging from the implementation of the President's Management Agenda and E-Gov initiatives to the threats posed at our Nation's airlines and seaports. Bob was the lead staff member of my Corporate Information Security Working Group, which was a public/private partnership that was tasked with creating a uniform set of safe- practice information security standards for businesses, government and consumers. In the process, Bob has distinguished himself as a leading expert on the cutting edge technology issues of our times. Bob Dix has accepted the position of Vice President of Government Affairs and Corporate Development for Citadel Security Software, Inc., and I would like to take this opportunity to thank him for his service to the subcommittee and his commitment to public service. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2178-5 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN RECOGNITION OF THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PUBLIC MUSEUM OF GRAND RAPIDS, MI | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E2178 | E2179 | [{"name": "Vernon J. Ehlers", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2178 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2178-E2179] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN RECOGNITION OF THE 150TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PUBLIC MUSEUM OF GRAND RAPIDS, MI ______ HON. VERNON J. EHLERS of michigan in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. EHLERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to give recognition to the 150th anniversary of the founding of the Public Museum of Grand Rapids, Michigan, located in Michigan's Third Congressional District, which I represent. The Public Museum of Grand Rapids is a collections-based educational organization that explores and celebrates the world and our place in it. It seeks to educate and delight the public, contribute to the well- being of its community, and enhance the quality of life in west Michigan. Founded in 1854, the Public Museum has been owned and operated by the city of Grand Rapids since 1906, serving a broad regional audience of all ages. It is Michigan's oldest museum open to the public and the State's third largest museum, hosting visitors annually from every Michigan county, U.S. State and Canadian province and many foreign countries. The Public Museum's beginnings date back to December 17, 1854, when a group of amateur historians, scientists, and collectors of antiquities gathered to form the Grand Rapids Lyceum of Natural History. By 1868, the Lyceum had allied itself with a group of interested high school students to form an actual museum with rooms open for ``public inspection'' in the city's Central High School. Increasingly, the museum shifted away from the display of natural curiosities and oddities, and acquired systematic collections that were useful tools in teaching … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2178 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | IN HONOR OF REVEREND TYRONE CHESS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2178 | E2178 | [{"name": "Robert Menendez", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2178 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2178] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] IN HONOR OF REVEREND TYRONE CHESS ______ HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Reverend Tyrone Chess for his deep commitment to serving others. Reverend Chess was honored at the Holy Ghost Tabernacle's Tenth Annual Banquet Anniversary celebration on November 7, 2004, in Jersey City, New Jersey. Throughout the years, Reverend Chess has provided a strong spiritual foundation for the members of his community. As pastor and founder of the Holy Ghost Tabernacle Ministries, he has spent years attending to the spiritual needs of his congregants. His tireless service and willingness to help people in need has helped to enrich the lives of so many. For more than 21 years, he has been active in community and civic affairs, where he has held a variety of leadership positions. Reverend Chess served as the political and social chairperson of the Interdenominational Ministerial Alliance, and is currently the division director for the Hudson County Consumer Affairs and Constituent Services Divisions. Reverend Chess was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He attended Essex County College and the American Fellowship Seminary, and received his bachelor's degree in theology from the Adonai Temple Christian Center Bible Institute. He and his wife, Martha, are the proud parents of five children. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Reverend Tyrone Chess for his outstanding spiritual leadership and years of service to his congregation and community in Jersey City, New Jersey. … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2179-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | A TRIBUTE TO RAMONA WILLIAMS | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2179 | E2179 | [{"name": "Edolphus Towns", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2179 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2179] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] A TRIBUTE TO RAMONA WILLIAMS ______ HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Ramona Williams for her dedication to strengthening early education for our children and volunteer efforts to strengthen our community. Ramona is a life-long resident of the Bedford Stuyvesant community of Brooklyn and does not plan to move. She attended Public School 297, which her two younger children attend now. She graduated from J.H.S 126 and Eli Whitney High School. She has three beautiful children: Jessica, 14, Vanessa, 9, and Jerome, 5, each of whom have a dream of greatness. Following her high school graduation, Ramona began work as a substitute teacher at Round Table Child Care Center, eventually becoming a head teacher. She enjoys creating curriculum and cultural activities for her students and assisting parents in helping their children. After 16 years of empowering her students, her personal horizon expanded and she accepted a position as Parent Coordinator for Mark Hopkins Intermediate School 33. Ramona works closely with the principal, P.T.A. and as a liaison between the community and school. As a single parent raising three children and working full time, Ramona finds it important to further her education and has enrolled at the College of New Rochelle pursuing a Bachelors of Social Work. She is a member of the Greater Free Gift Baptist Church Inc., where the pastor is the Rev. William Raymond Whitaker, Jr., Th.M, whom she thanks for his spiritual leadership and wisdom. Ramona's concern for her… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2179-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING BARBARA COHEN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2179 | E2180 | [{"name": "Jim Gerlach", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2179 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E2179-E2180] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING BARBARA COHEN ______ HON. JIM GERLACH of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Barbara Cohen on the occasion of her retirement from the Phoenixville Chamber of Commerce where she has served as the Executive Director since 1992. Barbara Cohen has led an extraordinary and exciting life. Born in Philadelphia, she has always displayed energy and determination in all aspects of her life. Her childhood consisted of piano lessons, Hebrew School, Girl Scouts, National Honor Society, and international travel. Barbara was her class valedictorian at Northeast High School in 1959 and, from there, she went on to Temple University where she earned a BS in education and a minor in political science. After graduation, Barbara began teaching 4th grade while attending University of Pennsylvania's Graduate School of International Relations. [[Page E2180]] Barbara was married in 1964 and, shortly after her wedding, Barbara and her husband served their country by moving to Germany for three years where she taught military servicemen and women general education courses they needed to finish their high school educations. In 1983, ten years after Barbara and her family moved back to Pennsylvania and settled in Valley Forge, Barbara went back to school and earned her Masters degree in interior design from Drexel University. During this time, she was also a full-time mother, driving her children to and from soccer practices, dancing lessons, Hebrew School and many other activities. In additio… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2179 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | THE RECOGNITION OF MR. ROBERT BAUMANN | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E2179 | E2179 | [{"name": "Frank Pallone, Jr.", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2179 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2179] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] THE RECOGNITION OF MR. ROBERT BAUMANN ______ HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. of new jersey in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I rise today in recognition of the endless accomplishments of Fire Fighter Robert Baumann who has served the Middletown Township Fire Department for 47 years. Fire Fighter Robert Baumann joined our community in 1957 as a member of the Belford Engine Fire Co. #1 and has continued to volunteer his time, intelligence, and experience to the public ever since. I am honored to acknowledge someone of Mr. Baumann's courage and strength. During his tenure in our community, Mr. Baumann has been reliable and energetic in all his services. Mr. Baumann is a man who realizes the value of life and would give up his own to save another. Fire Fighter Robert Baumann is a true hero. The Middletown Community is grateful to have had a man of such character with us for all these years. At the age of 75 Mr. Baumann continues to volunteer his time to the Fire Police Unit by responding to calls from all hours of the night and day, on holidays and weekends. Mr. Baumann has always been there with the unit at fires, assisting the police department when power lines are down, or during any other type of emergency. Mr. Speaker, I feel privileged to recognize a man of Fire Fighter Robert Baumann's experience who has served our community with such dedication. Once again, I ask that you join me in congratulating Fire Fighter Robert Baumann on a life of public service, and wish him the best of luck in his future endeavors. … | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2180-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | ALL LEGISLATION SHOULD BE AVAILABLE ON INTERNET 24 HOURS BEFORE A VOTE | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2180 | E2180 | [{"name": "Carolyn B. Maloney", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4971"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2180 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2180] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ALL LEGISLATION SHOULD BE AVAILABLE ON INTERNET 24 HOURS BEFORE A VOTE ______ HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, last month Congress passed the FY2005 Omnibus Appropriations Bill. The version that passed the House included a provision that would allow Appropriations Chairmen access to IRS tax returns. Once this provision was noticed, the Senate passed a resolution to strip it and the House was forced to go back into a pro forma session to adopt the Senate language. Two years ago, outrage followed the passage of an omnibus bill that included indemnification language for vaccine makers against autism lawsuits. Earlier this year, I introduced H.R. 4971, the Restoring Democracy to the United States Congress Act. This legislation sought to enact a series of reforms that I believe would have prevented this from happening. If the bill was law, among other things, it would have required the legislation to be online in a searchable form for a minimum of 24 hours before we voted on it. As an opportunity for Members to clearly state that the current manner in which we often consider legislation is not good for the institution, I am introducing legislation that would require all legislation be available to the public on the Internet and in a searchable form for a minimum of 24 hours before a vote could be considered. ____________________ | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2180-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | INCREASING THE PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2180 | E2180 | [{"name": "Betty McCollum", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "S", "number": "2986"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2180 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2180] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] INCREASING THE PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT ______ speech of HON. BETTY McCOLLUM of minnesota in the house of representatives Thursday, November 18, 2004 Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong opposition to S. 2986, legislation to raise the debt limit by a total of $800 billion, to $8.18 trillion. This marks the third time in three years that Congress has been forced to vote to raise the debt limit and burden our children and grandchildren for decades to come, raising the debt limit by a total of $2.2 trillion since 2001. It is completely irresponsible to be voting to raise the debt limit today without taking additional measures to put our fiscal policy back on track and institute the common sense pay-as-you-go rules which were in effect from 1990 through 2002 requiring that both tax cuts and spending increases be paid for. Five tax cuts in four years, soaring defense spending on the war in Iraq, in addition to our stifled economy have turned the record surpluses inherited by President Bush into a record deficit of $413 billion in the past fiscal year. Unfortunately, we are not considering a reform of our current fiscal policies today, allowing our national debt to continue to rise. As a result, the amount of interest on the national debt--the ``debt tax''-- that each American family will have to pay will climb to $9,400 by 2014. America's growing debt will ensure that our taxes will go toward paying interest on our debt instead of keeping our nation safe and strong, strengthening Social Security, or improving education for our children. I will no… | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2180-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | RECOGNIZING THE DEDICATION OF THE SOLANO COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER COMPLEX | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E2180 | E2180 | [{"name": "Ellen O. Tauscher", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2180 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2180] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING THE DEDICATION OF THE SOLANO COUNTY GOVERNMENT CENTER COMPLEX ______ HON. ELLEN O. TAUSCHER of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mrs. TAUSCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the December 16, 2004 dedication of the Government Center Complex in Fairfield, California, the county seat of Solano County. The new Government Center Complex is the most ambitious capital improvement project in the history of the county and I laud the project's energy efficiency measures. The Government Center Complex contains a six-story County Administration Center that achieves the lowest energy cost per square foot for any government facility in the State of California. The Government Center Complex also contains a five-level parking structure with over 1,000 parking stalls, 20 electric vehicle slots, and a rooftop photovoltaic solar array that generates 119 kilowatts of clean, emissions free power. Again, I commend county staff and the county's private partners on the timely and fiscally responsible completion of what is truly a landmark building for the citizens of Solano County. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2180 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | TRIBUTE TO EPWORTH MANOR | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2180 | E2180 | [{"name": "Bill Shuster", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2180 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2180] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] TRIBUTE TO EPWORTH MANOR ______ HON. BILL SHUSTER of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Epworth Manor for its service to the community, and to congratulate all those involved with the facility on its celebration of 85 years in operation. Throughout this nation's history, taking care of the elderly has never been more critical to our progress than it is now. With so many citizens reaching the age of retirement while having the ability to live longer due to advances in medical science, the services that care centers provide have become vital to a community's subsistence. The legacy of consistent service that the Manor as built throughout the last 85 years has helped to earn people's trust, making them more willing to seek medical help when in need. Facilities like Epworth Manor allow a region to thrive because of the assurance that quality health care is available, and its impact has been invaluable. Established in 1919 when the Central Pennsylvania Conference of the Methodist Church purchased the S.S. Blair Mansion, the facility, formerly known as the Methodist Home for the Aged, initially housed fourteen residents. After numerous expansions, extensive remodeling, and investment in new technology, Epworth Manor has expanded into a 144-bed comprehensive health care facility. Epworth Manor has demonstrated an unyielding enthusiasm and care for the public which it serves, and its employees have worked diligently throughout its tenure, instilling a sense of pride and comfort into the area's citi… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2181-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONGRATULATING DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | CONGRATULATIONS | E2181 | E2181 | [{"name": "Nita M. Lowey", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2181 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2181] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] CONGRATULATING DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL ______ HON. NITA M. LOWEY of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dobbs Ferry High School for winning the 2004 New York State Class C Football Championship. Through hard work, commitment and by always keeping their eye on the ball, this team completed a perfect 13-0 season en route to the title. This championship continues the rich tradition that Dobbs Ferry High School has established on and off the football field. By winning this title, Dobbs Ferry has now won the state title two of the last three years. Dobbs Ferry is only the fifth school ever to win a state title in multiple football classes. By applying the principles of fair play, good sportsmanship and constructive competition to sports and all other walks of life, the school has become a shining example for others to follow. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring Dobbs Ferry High School on their accomplishment, and I wish them the best of luck in defending their title next season. ____________________ | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2181-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | A TRIBUTE TO PHYLLIS SHERARD | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | TRIBUTETO | E2181 | E2181 | [{"name": "Edolphus Towns", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2181 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2181] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] A TRIBUTE TO PHYLLIS SHERARD ______ HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS of new york in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of Phyllis Sherard for her dedication to educating our youth and strengthening our community. One of the best kept secrets about Phyllis is that she was actually born in Norfolk, Virginia, arriving in New York via North Carolina at the age of four. In spite of this, she boastfully claims to be an authentic product of Brooklyn, having resided in this wonderful borough of New York all of her life. As the eldest of six siblings, her parents instilled values and traits in her that have become her trademarks. Many people describe her as a born leader who is capable, responsible, compassionate, dependable, and motivational. No matter how high or wide the obstacles, Phyllis' attitude is always, ``We can handle it!'' In 1985, Phyllis joined the NYC Board of Education. She always wanted to teach but was encouraged to pursue commercial studies while in high school. However, through her experiences, she realized how important it is to get involved in the education of our children. Following the path that she now says was her destiny, she joined the staff of Project 17-- the Drug Prevention Education Program in Community School District 17. Initially, she had second thoughts about the position because she had to take a cut in pay. That was 20 years ago and needless to say, it has been the most fulfilling work of her life. The position opened doors for Phyllis to work with thousands of children, directing, intervening, and chan… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2181 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | ALLOTHER | E2181 | E2181 | [{"name": "Rush Holt", "role": "speaking"}] | [{"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}, {"congress": "108", "type": "HR", "number": "4818"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2181 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2181] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] [[Page E2181]] CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4818, CONSOLIDATED APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2005 ______ speech of HON. RUSH D. HOLT of new jersey in the house of representatives Saturday, November 20, 2004 Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise in reluctant support of the conference report on H.R. 4818, the FY 2005 Omnibus Appropriations bill. Though there are many important and laudable provisions contained in this spending bill, I am troubled by other specific provisions and by the process that this bill has followed. I am pleased that the bill provides an increase in funding for national security and counterintelligence operations at the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Unfortunately, this Congress has failed in its effort to pass comprehensive intelligence reform legislation, which would ensure that this money is being spent appropriately and that the efforts of our agencies are coordinated. I am pleased to see that this conference report provides $1.3 billion for Education Impact Aid, $24 million more than last year. This program provides funding for military impacted schools such as those in the towns of Eatontown and Tinton Falls. I am also pleased that the bill includes $250 million for the community college initiative, which will fund workforce development partnerships between community colleges and employers. Despite these provisions, we have more work to do to fully fund what should be a top priority for this Congress--education. One day after we passed the reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, IDEA, we underfunded aid to schools by $1.7 billion. C… | |
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2182-2 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | RECOGNIZING BRONSON ARROYO OF BROOKSVILLE, FL | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RECOGNIZING | E2182 | E2182 | 150 Cong. Rec. E2182 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2182] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] RECOGNIZING BRONSON ARROYO OF BROOKSVILLE, FL ______ HON. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Ms. GINNY-BROWN WAITE of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and praise Bronson Arroyo: the fine athelete, hometown hero, and member of the major league baseball world champion Boston Red Sox. I am proud that the hometown he represents is Brooksville, FL, in my 5th congressional district. Bronson Anthony Arroyo was born in Key West, FL on February 24, 1977. Bronson is a 1995 graduate of Hernando High School in Brooksville, FL, where he excelled in baseball and basketball. He and his wife Aimee still enjoy the comfort of Central West Florida by making it their off- season home. In 2003, Mr. Arroyo entered the Boston Red Sox organization. In their farm system he pitched a minor league perfect game, won the Red Sox Minor League Player of the Year Award. In 2004, as part of the Red Sox regular pitching rotation, Bronson won a World Series ring. Mr. Arroyo is often recognized for his athletic accomplishments, and I would also like to recognize him as a role model for our community. Mr. Arroyo runs a pitching clinic for the United Way, serves food for the Red Sox Foundation, and speaks with school children as part of his community outreach. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to represent Bronson Arroyo, and I am proud to praise him on the floor of this house. ____________________ | |||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2182-3 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | HONORING DOWNINGTOWN WEST GIRLS SOCCER | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | HONORING | E2182 | E2182 | [{"name": "Jim Gerlach", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2182 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2182] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] HONORING DOWNINGTOWN WEST GIRLS SOCCER ______ HON. JIM GERLACH of pennsylvania in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Downingtown West High School Girls Soccer team for their 2-0 win over the Moon Township team for the 2004 Girls Soccer PIAA Class AAA Championship. Downingtown Girls Soccer last won the PIAA Class AAA Championship back in November of 2001 after a 7-0 victory and the team was determined to repeat that victory this year. The Downingtown West Whippets were led by the senior co-captains, Adrienne Weisser and Jill Conaboy. The two co-captains worked against adversity with the challenge of revamping their team after the Downingtown High School split into two separate schools: Downingtown East and West in 2003. In the post-season of 2003, the Whippets were determined to work on their game and improve after a late season slump that year and they continued to improve with each game they played. The Whippets traveled to Hershey, Pennsylvania to play in the finals against Moon Township. In the final game, the Whippets proved to be a strong team with superior skills and easily won their next PIAA Class AAA Championship by shutting out Moon Township 2-0. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me today in honoring the players, coaches, and support staff of Downingtown West High School Whippets for their drive, determination, and commitment to excellence that led them to an outstanding season and the Class AAA championship. The team is comprised of: Kelsea Fortino, Amanda Marino, Jess Dean, Megan Miller, C… | ||
| CREC-2004-12-07-pt1-PgE2182-4 | 2004-12-07 | 108 | 2 | 150 | ON THE RETIREMENT OF THE NASA B-52B LAUNCH AIRCRAFT | HOUSE | EXTENSIONS | RETIREMENT | E2182 | E2182 | [{"name": "William M. Thomas", "role": "speaking"}] | 150 Cong. Rec. E2182 | Congressional Record, Volume 150 Issue 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004) [Congressional Record Volume 150, Number 138 (Tuesday, December 7, 2004)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E2182] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov] ON THE RETIREMENT OF THE NASA B-52B LAUNCH AIRCRAFT ______ HON. WILLIAM M. THOMAS of california in the house of representatives Tuesday, December 7, 2004 Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the retirement of the B-52B launch aircraft, tail number 008, the oldest NASA aircraft and B- 52 on flying status. This aircraft is flown by the National Aeronautics and Space Administration's (NASA) Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base, California, which is in my district. I am especially proud of those who have worked over the years with the B- 52B, making history and providing vital research data for our nation's aerospace programs. The B-52B is an important piece of our nation's aerospace history, and I am pleased to note that it will remain on display on Edwards Air Force Base for future generations to visit. Visitors will be able to trace the aircraft's history through mission markings along the side of the aircraft that document every research flight it made. Beginning on June 11, 1955, this aircraft worked on some of the most significant projects in our nation's aerospace history, including the X-15 hypersonic plane, which contributed to the developments of the Mercury, Gemini, Apollo and space shuttle programs. Between 1959 and 1068, the B-52B was the launch aircraft for many of the missions of the X-15, or wingless lifting body aircraft, that contributed to the space shuttle's development. Additionally, through this program, these missions explored areas of high aerodynamic heating rates, stability and control, human physiological phenomena, and other problems commonl… |
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