Support Public Schools (Cong. Rec., Sept. 24, 2020)
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This is the Congressional Record, House, September 24, 2020, covering pages H4894 and H4895 under the heading Support Public Schools, with interleaved columns. Ms. Velázquez says the coronavirus pandemic has threatened schools, notes it has been 6 months since New York City Public Schools closed, urges the Senate to pass the HEROES Act, and says she and colleagues are fighting for $300 billion to safely reopen schools. Mr. Yoho honors Deputy Sandeep Dhaliwal and Sergeant Eric Twisdale of Clay County, who died of complications from COVID–19, and congratulates the University of Florida and the opening of the Middleburg VA Clinic. Mr. Hagedorn urges support for farm and agricultural worker safety legislation.
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H4894 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE September 24, 2020
would her death be a tragedy or a On September 15, the Middleburg VA defense of liberty, and the protection of
crime? Clinic opened to patients. The clinic is property.
f vital for the health and well-being of so f
many veterans who call Clay County
b 1000 home.
SUPPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
HONORING THE LIFE OF SANDEEP Before the state-of-the-art facility The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr.
DHALIWAL opened, I introduced a bill with the en- HORSFORD). The Chair recognizes the
tire Florida delegation that would gentlewoman from New York (Ms.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The VELÁZQUEZ) for 5 minutes.
Chair recognizes the gentleman from name this clinic after Naval Chief
Petty Officer Andrew Baker, a former Ms. VELÁZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise
Florida (Mr. YOHO) for 5 minutes. to express support for our Nation’s pub-
Mr. YOHO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Clay County resident and American
hero who lost his life while serving our lic school systems, particularly, our K–
to honor the life and legacy of Sheriff 12 institutions that are grappling with
Sandeep Dhaliwal who was tragically country.
During these turbulent times, we a frightening reality.
and senselessly killed in the line of Unfortunately, the coronavirus pan-
must never forget to honor those who
duty last year, September 27, 2019. demic has posed an unprecedented
serve and protect our fellow citizens
Deputy Dhaliwal was the first ob- threat to our schools and without addi-
and the Constitution from enemies
servant Sikh to serve in Harris County tional further assistance, they cannot
both foreign and domestic.
Sheriff’s Office and was the first Sikh afford to take necessary safety meas-
CONGRATULATING UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA ON
American in Texas to receive a policy ures to reopen.
NUMBER 6 RANKING FOR PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES
accommodation to wear articles of For example, according to a recent
Mr. YOHO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today
faith, including his turban and beard, Government Accountability Office re-
as a proud Florida Gator. In the last
while serving. port, 4 of 10 districts need to update or
‘‘Best Colleges’’ edition of the U.S.
His story is an American story. Born replace HVAC systems in at least half
News & World Report, the University of their school buildings. The Centers
in India, he moved to Houston, Texas,
of Florida was named the number 6 for Disease Control and Prevention has
at an early age with his parents. He
public university in the country. That identified proper ventilation as a key
started a successful business but felt
ranking marks the fourth—I want to consideration for schools seeking to re-
called to serve and build better rela-
repeat that, that ranking marks the open safely.
tions and understanding between the
fourth—consecutive year the Univer- Today, it has been 6 months since
Sikh and all greater-Houston commu-
sity of Florida has risen in the New York City Public Schools and
nities.
rankings for public universities, jump- many others across the Nation were
He was a beloved husband, father,
ing from number 14 in 2017 to number 6 shuttered. The decision to close our
and son who selflessly served others
today. schools was necessary and slowed the
and was a role model to all who knew
UF is one of the finest research uni- disease’s spread, saving lives.
him. Like many of the brave men and
versities in the United States, attract- However, I understand this was a dif-
women in law enforcement who put on
ing the best and brightest from around ficult decision for many families be-
the uniform to protect and serve com-
the great State of Florida, America, cause of the vital support services that
munities across our great Nation, Dep-
and the world. schools provide.
uty Sandeep Dhaliwal is a hero.
I want to congratulate President Not only is the school system where
HONORING THE LIFE OF SERGEANT ERIC
Kent Fuchs, his staff, the faculty, stu- young people learn, but they also serve
TWISDALE
dent body, and the board of trustees for as a vital community anchor, providing
Mr. YOHO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today their collective efforts in continuing to nutritional assistance, special edu-
to honor the life of Clay County Sheriff elevate the University of Florida to cation, teacher support, and childcare.
Sergeant Eric Twisdale who passed higher and higher rankings. We all want schools to reopen for our
away due to complications from And I can’t end without saying: Go students, but it must be done safely,
COVID–19. Gators. and that requires additional Federal
Anyone who knew Sergeant Twisdale SUPPORTING FIRST RESPONDERS AND LAW resources.
said he was committed to serving the ENFORCEMENT In March, the Families First
community. Throughout his 28 years of Mr. YOHO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Coronavirus Response Act and the
active service, he showed that commit- to recognize and show my support for Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic
ment and was rewarded, receiving sev- our Nation’s first responders and law Security, or CARES Act, were signed
eral awards, including the Lifesaving enforcement officials. into law. Both measures help address
Award in 2014 for saving a person from On September 14, we witnessed the the urgent challenges facing every part
drowning. assassination attempt of two Los Ange- of our education system. These funds
He was honored as the 2015 Deputy of les County sheriff deputies in Compton, help educators adjust to long-term
the Year for displaying exceptional California. school closures, fund purchases for on-
valor while helping stop two murder Just yesterday, we saw two more at- line learning materials, and provide a
suspects during a high-speed chase tacked in Louisville. As I speak on this lifeline for public schools.
through several counties. floor, the 31-year-old female and 24- While the relief bills enacted so far
There is a common thread that runs year-old male deputies who were bru- took steps in the right direction, the
through our Nation’s law enforcement tally ambushed, thankfully, have been magnitude of this pandemic demands
community: courage, and selfless serv- released from the hospital. more. Four months ago, the House
ice to others. The officers attacked yesterday, passed the HEROES Act which will go
Sergeant Twisdale most certainly hopefully, will survive also. The sup- even further. Without the HEROES
possessed both in abundance. He is sur- port from across the country for these Act, budget shortfalls are projected to
vived by his children, many grand- heroes is inspiring, even as the leftwing reach nearly $500 billion for State gov-
children, and family members. radicals shouted obscenities outside ernments alone.
I thank Sergeant Twisdale for his the hospital and yelled they hoped the The Senate’s inaction has resulted in
service and for keeping our community officers would die. no relief for State and local govern-
safe. He will be missed. While the President pursues noble ac- ments, which are now being forced to
CELEBRATING THE OPENING OF MIDDLEBURG VA tion through peace accords in the Mid- make deep cuts to public education.
CLINIC dle East, the Democratic Party cannot Without significant Federal funding,
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Mr. YOHO. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- find its voice in admonishing domestic our schools cannot upgrade buildings,
ognize the critical work being done by terrorists targeting our brave law en- provide PPE, continue virtual or blend-
our VA health centers in Florida’s forcement officers across the country. ed learning, and, ultimately, safely re-
Third Congressional District, and spe- I stand with the President, with our open.
cifically to congratulate the opening of law enforcement, and with the founda- As the public health crisis has wors-
the new Middleburg VA Clinic. tion of this country—respect for life, ened since the passage of the HEROES
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September 24, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H4895
Act, the amount of funding needed to trouble. We had shortages in our gro- Farms in Camden. Today, the associa-
repair and modernize school facilities cery stores of meat products, and that tion advocates for our great soybean
for the safe reopening has grown. My was not due to any problems having a farmers while promoting the growth of
colleagues and I are now fighting for supply of hogs, for instance. We had ex- the U.S. soybean industry, a thriving
$300 billion to safely reopen our schools cess supply. But the folks who did the Hoosier asset and industry.
and maintain services for students. work at the packing plants were down, Congratulations to the association
Today, I am calling on the Senate to and we had disruptions, which led to on its 100th year. As a supporter of the
act immediately and pass a comprehen- those types of shortages. ag industry, I wish them the best of
sive relief package that provides sig- So to make sure that we ensure our luck in the next 100 years.
nificant resources to safely reopen our food supply and that we have everyone RECOGNIZING FUTURE OF WORK
schools and protect students, staff, and in as safe a condition as possible, we Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today
families. want to have these grants and best to recognize the Future of Work initia-
We must guarantee the academic practices moving forward. tive in Muncie, Indiana, for its leader-
achievement and basic development Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues on ship in the 21st century workforce de-
needs of our youth. However, we must both sides of the aisle to join me in velopment.
also care for the safety and the mental supporting this important initiative The Future of Work organization in-
and physical health of our students, that will help ensure the safety of our cludes Innovation Connector, Ivy Tech
educators, staff, and families. farmers in rural communities as we Community College, Ball State Univer-
At every level of government, we work to keep rebuilding our economy. sity, Purdue Polytechnic, Muncie-Dela-
must do more for our teachers, our f ware County Economic Development,
school administrators, and the families Muncie Community Schools, Eastern
who depend on critical services pro- RECOGNIZING OFFICER BLAKE Indiana Works, Ball Brothers Founda-
vided by our public school system. CRULL tion, and East Central Indiana Re-
That is why the Senate needs to stop The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gional Partnership.
obstructing and pass meaningful legis- Chair recognizes the gentleman from It is paving the way for students and
lation for our Nation’s families. Indiana (Mr. PENCE) for 5 minutes. jobseekers to prepare for careers in
f Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today technology, engineering, and manufac-
PROMOTING FARM AND to recognize Sixth District hero Green- turing. I thank Future of Work for
AGRICULTURAL WORKER SAFETY field Police Officer Blake Crull. helping young Americans develop
Officer Crull was on a routine patrol skills to join the 21st century work-
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The when he saw a flipped car on fire. He force.
Chair recognizes the gentleman from sprang into action and ran toward the SUPPORTING SECOND AMENDMENT
Minnesota (Mr. HAGEDORN) for 5 min- danger. With no regard for his personal
utes. Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today
safety, Officer Crull saved a woman to give my proud support of the Second
Mr. HAGEDORN. Mr. Speaker, I rise from the burning car, which exploded
today in support of bipartisan legisla- Amendment.
mere moments later. The Constitution affords the right of
tion, the Farm and Agricultural Work- Brave acts such as Officer Crull’s are
er Safety Education Act, which I am the people to keep and bear arms, and
the very reason I will always back the that shall not be infringed.
proud to introduce with my friend from blue and never defund the police. I
Texas (Mr. CUELLAR). As a lifetime member of the NRA, I
thank Officer Crull for his courageous understand what it is like to have your
The coronavirus pandemic has high- and brave service to our community.
lighted the need to ensure that we have constitutional rights attacked. We
FIGHTING FOR CONSERVATIVE PRINCIPLES take a look at the riots, looting, and
a safe and reliable workforce to main-
Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, as Indi- danger right here on our own front
tain our food supply. In order to win
ana’s Sixth District Representative, it doorsteps, and we see that the ability
the battle with COVID–19, we must
is my duty to fight for the conservative to protect our families and ourselves
guarantee that the most up-to-date and
Hoosier principles on which my con- has never been more important.
science-based information is readily
stituents sent me to Washington. As the Representative from Indiana’s
available and accessible for community
My Republican colleagues and I are Sixth District, I promise to uphold the
leaders, educators, and rural busi-
committed to the American people. We Constitution.
nesses.
will renew the American Dream. We APPLAUDING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S
Our legislation will help guarantee
achieve this by making sure students SUPPORT OF FARMERS
that timely, relevant health and safety
can attend a great school, no matter Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today
guidelines are reaching our rural work-
their ZIP Code, by honoring the service to applaud the Trump administration’s
force and communities by allowing
of our veterans with good healthcare commitment to our great American
higher learning institutions to apply
and job opportunities, and by sup- farmers.
for grants to distribute best practices
porting technical education. This week, the USDA announced $14
and safety guidance to help farms, ag
We will restore our way of life. We billion for agricultural producers who
workers, and others who conduct busi-
achieve this by defeating COVID–19, by continue to face market disruptions
ness during this pandemic.
defending our police and not defunding and associated costs due to COVID–19.
When we think about best practices
them, and by upholding our constitu- President Trump made a promise to
and safety in the rural areas, we often
tional rights. put American farmers first, and he is
think about tractor accidents and how
We will rebuild the greatest economy doing just that. This commitment to
to stop the farmers from being hurt in
our Nation has ever seen. We achieve farmers has helped the hardworking
grain bin incidents and things of that
this by getting Americans back to Sixth District Hoosier farmers who
nature.
work, by ending our dependence on have been impacted by this pandemic.
We haven’t really delved into this
China, and by upgrading America’s in- Our ag community feeds this Nation,
idea that we have to look at the health
frastructure. and I applaud the Trump administra-
of our employees, the workers who are
Mr. Speaker, America is worth fight- tion’s unwavering support.
in the packing plants, the folks driving
ing for. This is our commitment to
the trucks, the people at the distribu- f
America.
tion plants, and the people on the SUPPORTING PPP FOR SMALL
AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION CENTENNIAL
farms. BUSINESS
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Mr. PENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today
b 1015 to recognize the American Soybean As- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The
We have learned during this pan- sociation centennial celebration. Chair recognizes the gentleman from
demic that when our health workers One hundred years ago, the American New York (Mr. JACOBS) for 5 minutes.
and when our workers on the farms and Soybean Association was started in my Mr. JACOBS. Mr. Speaker, of the
everything are in trouble, we are in home State of Indiana at Soyland many excellent provisions in the
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