Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks, May 22, 2020, Page E476
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A page of the Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks, dated May 22, 2020, at page E476, made up of tributes. One honors a longtime advocate for cost-effective, safe and prompt cleanup at Hanford and for communities near Department of Energy sites, including sharing her model with leaders in Fukushima, Japan. Another remembers a friend survived by his wife Melody, and another honors a Wheat Ridge High School teacher who received the Williams College George Olmsted, Jr. Class of 1924 Prize for Excellence in Secondary School Teaching. Mr. Rose of Tennessee honors the life of Master Patrol Officer Spencer Bristol, and Mr. Hill of Arkansas recognizes Rena Edwards of Cabot and her team at Stitchers Mending Hearts Inc.
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E476 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 22, 2020
Hanford, and her efforts advocating for a cost- John is survived by his wife Melody, mother Ross within Wheat Ridge High School. And
effective, safe, and prompt cleanup will con- Rita, and his brothers Dan, Joe, and Jim she does all of it with a smile on her face, and
tinue to shape the mission at the site in the Prentice. He is fondly remembered by his the passion and creativity that she gives to her
years to come. cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family, students each and every day is tremendous.
Pam has not only been an expert on nu- and friends for his generosity and kind spirit. In addition to her teaching career, Stephanie
clear cleanup issues at the local level; she has I had the pleasure of knowing John both has provided countless hours and resources
also shared her collaborative leadership model personally and professionally throughout most to the Jefferson County community by serving
at the national and international levels as well. of my life. He was a wonderful friend, a tal- on local and state boards and commissions.
The Tri-Cities was the only Department of ented professional and a passionate advocate She spent countless hours working with the
Energy community with a government advo- for our region. He was a great American and Jefferson County Education Association and in
cacy association at the time of its creation. I extend my heartfelt condolences to my dear 2015 received the Williams College’s annual
Since then, communities like those in Los Ala- friend Melody and to all those who knew John. George Olmsted, Jr. Class of 1924 Prize for
mos, New Mexico and Oak Ridge, Tennessee Although he may no longer be with us, he will Excellence in Secondary School Teaching. In
have followed the example of Hanford Com- continue to have a lasting impact on the lives her spare time, she works to improve school
munities in creating their own associations. of his family and community. culture by promoting and encouraging diverse
Pam has gone on to share her model of waste f perspectives for students and adults alike. She
cleanup community advocacy with agency also leads a Peace Jam Club, which promotes
leaders in Fukushima, Japan. Her leadership HONORING THE LIFE OF MASTER peaceful problem solving, and Compassion
has made, and will continue to make, a sus- PATROL OFFICER SPENCER Crew, an anonymous student group that rec-
taining mark on the cleanup efforts of the fu- BRISTOL ognizes people who commit acts of kindness.
ture. Her contribution to the Jefferson County
Pam, it is an honor to know you, both as a HON. JOHN W. ROSE School District and the Jefferson County com-
constituent, and as a friend. I know I am not OF TENNESSEE munity is remarkable and her teaching has in-
alone in thanking you for your years of service IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spired thousands of students to pursue their
and in wishing you the very best in retirement. dreams. I congratulate Stephanie on a lifetime
Friday, May 22, 2020
Congratulations. of service and wish her all the best in retire-
f Mr. JOHN W. ROSE of Tennessee. Madam ment.
Speaker, today I rise to honor the life of a dis- f
TRIBUTE TO JOHN F. PRENTICE tinguished public servant from Tennessee’s
Sixth Congressional District, fallen Master Pa- HEALTH AND ECONOMIC RECOV-
HON. KEN CALVERT trol Officer Spencer Daniel Bristol. Officer Bris- ERY OMNIBUS EMERGENCY SO-
OF CALIFORNIA tol committed his life and career to keeping LUTIONS ACT
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the city of Hendersonville, TN safe from crime,
SPEECH OF
after serving 5 years in the United States
Friday, May 22, 2020
Navy. HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON
Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, I rise today His loss has been profoundly felt in and OF TEXAS
to honor and pay tribute to an outstanding in- around Hendersonville and across the law en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
dividual, John Prentice, who passed away at forcement community in Tennessee and be-
the age of 66 on April 30, 2020. John was a yond. Hundreds of Hendersonville residents Friday, May 15, 2020
loving husband, a dedicated community mem- from all walks of life lined the town’s main Ms. JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise
ber, and a dear friend of mine. He will be street to pay their respects the day he was today in support of House Democrats’ next
deeply missed. laid to rest. It is important that we recognize comprehensive coronavirus relief package, the
John was born on December 2, 1953, the the sacrifices made by law enforcement offi- HEROES Act.
son of Rita and George Prentice. John and I cers, not only during police week, but every The HEROES Act contains an additional
grew up together in Corona, California and day. We have them to thank for keeping our $75 billion for the testing, tracing and treat-
had an incredible friendship that spanned from families, neighborhoods, and communities ment required to match the threat posed by
kindergarten to today. After graduating at the safe. the coronavirus. We have also ensured that
top of his class from Corona High School, Everyday heroes like Officer Bristol are the access to medical services is prioritized and
John attended Cal Poly Pomona and earned a ones who continue to make this nation great. safeguarded, such that every American can
Bachelor of Science degree which led him to I offer my condolences to the family he leaves access free COVID–19 treatment. The HE-
become a Certified Public Accountant. behind; his wife, Lauren, and their 3-year-old ROES Act eliminates cost sharing for
In 1980, John married the love of his life daughter, Eloise. coronavirus treatment for Medicare and Med-
Melody Cissna, a wonderful woman who I f icaid beneficiaries, as well as those with pri-
have the pleasure of also calling a friend. To- vate health insurance, TRICARE, VA Health
gether they shared almost forty years of mar- STEPHANIE ROSSI Care, and Federal Employee Health Benefits.
riage filled with exciting travels, and lots of ski- Additionally, we have infused an additional
ing, boating, and golfing. John and Melody HON. ED PERLMUTTER $100 billion into the Health Care Provider Re-
took on their adventures together and sur- OF COLORADO lief Fund and have ensured that these funds
rounded themselves with good friends . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES are distributed to providers in an equitable and
John was an active CPA for more than 40 efficient way. All these investments in our pub-
years, joining Eadie & Payne, LLP as a staff Friday, May 22, 2020 lic health and medical systems will further sup-
accountant in 1976. He worked his way up to Mr. PERLMUTTER. Madam Speaker, I rise port our communities as they withstand this
becoming the firm’s managing partner in 2000 today to recognize Stephanie Rossi, who after coronavirus pandemic.
and served in that role until he retired in 2017. 40 years of teaching, is retiring. Stephanie’s In order to assist the small businesses bear-
John served as my accountant for many dedication to education in the Jefferson Coun- ing the brunt of the economic impact of the
years, and I can personally attest to the many ty School District and to the State of Colorado coronavirus, the HEROES Act strengthens the
lives he touched throughout his career where has made a significant impact on students Payroll Protection Program and adds safe-
he was known for his humor, warmth, intel- which will last for years to come. guards to ensure equal funding distribution to
ligence, and optimistic outlook. Stephanie started teaching in the Jeffco underserved communities. These, paired with
John was an active member of the Rotary School District in 1994. Currently she teaches an extension of weekly unemployment pay-
Club of San Bernardino and Inland Action, or- courses in social studies—including AP U.S. ments through January of 2021, are vital life-
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ganizations which he graced with his time, history, world religions, and psychology—as lines to small business owners and those they
leadership skills, and wit. He made lifelong well as geography and American government. employ.
friendships through his associations in profes- Her reputation has become so legendary that The HEROES Act also commits nearly $1
sional accounting, agricultural, and construc- kids who haven’t even reached high school trillion alone to state and local governments
tion trade groups. John was incredibly dedi- cross their fingers to one day join her class- for the purpose of paying those workers fight-
cated to his colleagues, clients, friends, and room. She even has special nicknames, be- ing this disease and its effects on the
family. coming known as Rossi Woman or Mama frontlines. Additionally, it creates a $200 billion
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May 22, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E477
hazard pay fund to ensure that frontline work- Enough with the political stunts. Let’s get HONORING THE LIFE OF MS.
ers are compensated accordingly for their ef- back to working in a bipartisan manner so that CAROLINA WINSTON BARRIE
forts in these dangerous conditions. we can re-open the economy, hold China ac-
For those who have lost their jobs, the HE- countable, secure our supply chain, and bring HON. TED LIEU
ROES Act introduces funding for programs an end to the COVID–19 pandemic. I continue OF CALIFORNIA
that, among others, address workplace and to be inspired by the steadfast commitment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
food security, housing assistance, health in- from the men and women that leave their fam-
surance, public education and direct payments ilies, risk their health, and go to their essential Friday, May 22, 2020
to those who qualify. jobs every day so that we can continue fight- Mr. TED LIEU of California. Madam Speak-
Mr. Speaker, though we as Members of ing this war. er, I rise to celebrate the life of Mrs. Carolina
Congress come to this floor from all corners of Winston Barrie—a beloved wife, mother,
the country, representing different districts and f grandmother, great-grandmother, and dedi-
demographics, we are united today by a com- cated advocate for veterans from California’s
mon issue—our communities are struggling. CONGRATULATING HAYDEN MARIE
33rd Congressional District. Carolina passed
Tens of thousands of loved ones have already MARCHANT ON HER EIGHTH-
away on April 29, 2020 at the age of 92.
been lost and millions now find themselves GRADE GRADUATION AT THE
Carolina was born on November 24, 1927 in
without a steady source of income, to say HOCKADAY SCHOOL ON MAY 21,
Los Angeles, California. She attended Marl-
nothing of the additional hardships that will lin- 2020
borough School and the University of Cali-
ger for years to come. The HEROES Act is an fornia, Berkeley. She was the epitome of a
essential step forward to assure that we are HON. KENNY MARCHANT matriarch and walked through life with con-
appropriately addressing the needs of our OF TEXAS fidence and strength. Not only was she adored
communities, therefore I ask my colleagues to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by her family, but also by those whose lives
join me in supporting this bill and urge the she touched.
Senate to take it under consideration. Friday, May 22, 2020
She was the great-niece of Arcadia Bandini
f Mr. MARCHANT. Madam Speaker, I rise de Baker, who along with United States Sen-
today to honor my granddaughter, Hayden ator John Percival Jones, donated the first 300
HEALTH AND ECONOMIC RECOV- Marie Marchant, upon her eighth-grade grad-
ERY OMNIBUS EMERGENCY SO- acres that made up the Pacific Branch of the
uation at The Hockaday School on May 21, National Home for Disabled Volunteer Soldiers
LUTIONS ACT 2020. Located within my congressional district and Sailors, now known as the West Los An-
SPEECH OF in Dallas, Texas, Hockaday was founded in geles VA campus.
1913, and has since developed into a beacon Carolina and other descendants of Arcadia
HON. RON WRIGHT of educational excellence that draws students have for decades tried to honor the gift their
OF TEXAS from across the country and around the world. ancestors so patriotically donated, most re-
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As Hayden successfully completes her mid- cently in 2016 by founding the 1887 Fund, a
Friday, May 15, 2020 dle school education, our family is proud to non-profit organization dedicated to the phys-
Mr. WRIGHT. Mr. Speaker, while I am not celebrate her impressive accomplishments. ical and spiritual restoration of the five historic
able to attend the vote for H.R. 6800, the Aside from managing her academic respon- properties on the West Los Angeles VA cam-
Health and Economic Recovery Omnibus sibilities, Hayden has proven to be a dedi- pus, including the Wadsworth Chapel. Her ad-
Emergency Solutions (HEROES) Act on May cated athlete by participating in volleyball, bas- vocacy for the campus and veterans was un-
15, 2020. I want to express my strong opposi- ketball, soccer, and softball. Off the field, she paralleled. In addition to overseeing the 1887
tion to this legislation, and I plan to vote has excelled in other extracurriculars, as dem- Fund, she was an advisor to the Veterans and
against it. onstrated by her multiple awards at the State Community Oversight and Engagement Board,
This 1800-page bill is anything but heroic. It Fair of Texas Lego competition and her recent a federal advisory committee that made rec-
reads more like a Democrat Christmas list. In- portrayal of Von Hussler in Hockaday’s per- ommendations to the Secretary of Veterans
stead of crafting law, the Speaker wrote and formance of Mary Poppins. Hayden has also Affairs regarding the West Los Angeles VA
dropped a political bill that she and the rest of displayed an entrepreneurial spirit by launch- Master Plan, as well as outreach and services
her party know is dead on arrival in the Sen- ing her own business, ‘‘Rocking M Beads’’, for veterans.
ate. This is not a serious attempt to pass more which she continues to run and operate. Her Carolina was a woman of faith, compassion,
relief for American workers, businesses, and friends and relatives all agree that she is out- intelligence and wit. Her legacy, not only for
health professionals. Changing election laws, standing in her field. her family, but also to veterans, will forever
incentivizing illegal immigration, bailing out Students at Hockaday celebrate the conclu- carry on through her efforts to have veterans
mismanaged pensions, and spending the cap sion of their middle school experience by arriv- return to their rightful home at the West Los
on state and local tax deduction for the top 1 ing at their graduation ceremony in traditional Angeles VA campus. As Carolina once said,
percent have nothing to do with the Wuhan white dresses and listening to congratulatory ‘‘We don’t have to go back to 1887 to do right
Virus and do not address the real needs of the remarks from the administration, faculty, and a by our veterans.’’
American people. chosen student speaker. This final event Carolina was predeceased by her husband,
As usual there are positive elements upon serves as a rite-of-passage that prepares stu- George; her three sons: Winston, Juan, Mat-
which there could be bipartisan support: more dents to assume the added responsibilities of thew; and her daughter, Louisa. She is sur-
small business relief, help for our agricultural their upper-school years. vived by two daughters, Christine and Caro-
sector, additional resources for front line Hayden continues to make her parents, lina; six grandchildren; and a great-grandson.
health care workers, and more funding for Matthew and Lindsay, extremely proud. Her May Carolina’s memory be an inspiration and
testing development and deployment. No two sets of grandparents, Donna Marchant blessing to us all.
doubt, these provisions will be cynically her- and myself, and Rod and Sherry Hill of Frisco, f
alded as others ensure the bill’s demise. Writ- Texas, could not be prouder of the young
ing a politically inspired bill behind closed woman that she is becoming. Hayden truly RECOGNIZING RENA EDWARDS
doors without meaningful negotiations with the embodies the four cornerstones of The AND STITCHERS MENDING
minority, the Senate, or the White House is Hockaday School: character, courtesy, schol- HEARTS INC.
not how law is crafted. Rather, it’s how arship, and athletics. Our entire family is ex-
mockeries are made that further erode the cited for Hayden’s continued progress. HON. J. FRENCH HILL
faith and confidence of the American people in I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring OF ARKANSAS
Congress. Hayden Marchant and The Hockaday School IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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Rather than spending another $3 trillion to Class of 2024 on their eighth-grade gradua-
push a socialist agenda and further expand tion. As every school across the nation has Friday, May 22, 2020
government, we should be working together to been negatively impacted over the past few Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Madam Speaker,
assess how effectively the previous $3 trillion months, I would also like to recognize the today, I recognize Rena Edwards of Cabot,
has been spent, and then identify the needs teachers, administrators, and support staff that Arkansas and her team at the nonprofit orga-
that are appropriate for the federal govern- have been working hard to meet the edu- nization Stitchers Mending Hearts Inc., an or-
ment to fill. cational needs of our youth. ganization spread throughout the state, doing
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