Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks — October 27, 2020, E990
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This is page E990 of the Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks, October 27, 2020, with interleaved columns. Mr. Carson of Indiana introduces the Small Business Debt Relief Extension Act, saying the small business loan debt relief provision passed in the CARES Act has expired with money still left in the fund. His bill would offer small business owners up to a 6-month extension of the debt relief they receive on 7(a), 504 and Microloans, and he cites a Washington Post article reporting that one in five small businesses have closed this year. Other extensions mark the 100-year history of the Rotary Club of Bryan, honor C.T. Wright of Arizona, and honor Commander Thomas Koeppe on his retirement from the Hercules Police Department. The views are attributed to the members.
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E990 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 27, 2020
INTRODUCTION OF THE SMALL people from all areas of Brazos County. The and into the stands at campaign rallies when
BUSINESS COVID–19 DEBT RE- Bryan Rotary Club is passionately dedicated he delivered passionate prayers to members
LIEF EXTENSION ACT to its mission to ‘‘provide service to others; of a nation he saw as greatly divided—but not
promote integrity; and advance world under- beyond repair. Throughout his years here, Dr.
HON. ANDRÉ CARSON standing, goodwill, and peace through our fel- Wright quickly became a landmark member
OF INDIANA lowship of business, professional, and commu- and advocate for Arizona’s African-American
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity leaders.’’ community and earned his place as a dele-
From the beginning, the Bryan Rotary Club gate in political conventions, a member of the
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 has had a broad membership from the twin Arizona Electoral College, the Fountain Hills
Mr. CARSON of Indiana. Madam Speaker, cities of Bryan and College Station, bringing Unified School District Governing Board, chair-
the small business loan debt relief provision, together a service-oriented mix of business man of the Arizona Board of Executive Clem-
as passed in the CARES Act, has expired with and local professionals, as well as faculty and ency and many other honors.
money still left in the fund. As we all know, administrators from Texas A&M University. After being appointed to the Board of Exec-
small businesses have greatly suffered due to Some notable events hosted by the club in- utive Clemency in May 2014, Dr. Wright
the COVID–19 pandemic. According to a re- clude its annual golf tournament, an annual helped give a second chance to inmates and
cent Washington Post article, one in five small beans and rice dinner, and the annual New- their families through compassionate early re-
businesses have closed this year, with many man 10 awards, which recognize the signifi- leases. It was one of many positions Dr.
more expected. For the small businesses that cant community contributions of Brazos Valley Wright used to bridge the gap between faith
remain open, the SBA loan debt forgiveness businesses. and politics and help everyday Arizonans and
has proven to be a lifeline. The SBA has paid In addition to celebrating local businesses, political leaders make environments that en-
6 months of principal, interest, and any associ- the Club is committed to supporting cultural courage inclusivity, understanding and
ated fees that borrowers owe for all current activities, such as the Opera and Performing progress. Dr. Wright wasn’t afraid to be out-
7(a), 504, and Microloans, as well as new Arts Society Series, funding of the Bryan Her- spoken but was reluctant of recognition. He
7(a), 504, and Microloans. itage Society and Stage Center, as well as the wanted his work to speak for itself, and it has.
The COVID–19 pandemic is putting extraor- club’s very own ‘‘Singing Club.’’ His impact on his community was commemo-
dinary strain on our smallest businesses—the Madam Speaker, the Rotary Club of Bryan rated with the Congressional Lifetime Achieve-
very businesses who are the backbone of our has had a significant and positive impact on ment Award in 2019.
economy. Small businesses have taken the the Brazos Valley during its 100-year history. As he leaves us, we should remember that
biggest hits and need continued direct relief Throughout this time, the club has grown con- he leaves us with lessons to act on and words
during this unprecedented time. That’s why I siderably, and it has never forgotten its strong to live by, ‘‘Behold how good and how pleas-
have been fighting to provide relief through the commitment to community service. ant it is together, together in unity.’’ I thank Dr.
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP), the Eco- I have requested the United States flag be Wright for his life’s work, and Godspeed.
nomic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL), and the flown over our Nation’s Capitol to recognize f
SBA debt relief program. These programs this significant milestone and their contribu-
have proven to be effective to mitigate the tions to our community. HONORING COMMANDER THOMAS
consequences of the pandemic, however, As I close today, I urge all Americans to KOEPPE
small businesses continue to need our support continue praying for our country, for our vet-
and we must not turn our backs on them. erans, for our military men and women who HON. MIKE THOMPSON
Local economies are re-opening, but an ex- protect our security and liberties, and for our OF CALIFORNIA
pected second COVID–19 wave means small first responders who keep us safe at home. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
business owners will face additional uncertain- f Tuesday, October 27, 2020
ties and burdens in the coming months. That
is why I am introducing the Small Business HONORING C.T. WRIGHT Mr. THOMPSON of California. Madam
Debt Relief Extension Act to offer small busi- Speaker, I rise today to recognize Commander
ness owners up to a 6-month extension on the HON. GREG STANTON Thomas Koeppe for his exemplary dedication
debt relief they are receiving on their 7(a), OF ARIZONA to his community, and to mark his retirement
504, and Microloans. Additionally, my bill en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from the Hercules Police Department after
sures that the entirety of the $17,000,000,000 more than 27 years of committed service.
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 Originally from El Cerrito, California, Com-
appropriated to this program in the CARES
Act be used for its intended purpose. The bill Mr. STANTON. Madam Speaker, I rise to mander Koeppe began his service as a police
accomplishes this in two ways: honor the life and legacy of Dr. C.T. Wright, officer for the city of Hercules in 1993. Since
Businesses who are currently receiving or who passed away in October 2020. A longtime joining the force, Commander Koeppe has
have (over the past 6 months) received the resident of Arizona, Dr. Wright was a commu- risen through the ranks of the Hercules Police
subsidy be granted a 6-month extension for a nity leader, pastor, and criminal justice advo- Department, serving as a Training Officer,
total of 12 months of debt relief; and Busi- cate. He was the embodiment of the American Special Response Officer, and Police Ser-
nesses who do not currently have a SBA loan Dream and devoted his life to preaching unity geant before becoming a Police Commander
and that apply up to March 30, 2021, receive and making Arizona a better place for all. in 2012. In 2018, he also briefly served as
a 6 month subsidy. From his work as chairman of the Arizona Acting Police Chief, leading the department
I urge all of my colleagues to join me in Board of Executive Clemency to his civic and during a time of transition.
supporting the Small Business Debt Relief Ex- religious pursuits, Dr. Wright was a force for Commander Koeppe has consistently
tension Act. good and his enduring legacy is his love for earned the respect and admiration of his col-
f
Arizona. leagues and the public, and has been recog-
Born in Social Circle, Georgia, Dr. Wright nized countless times for his service to his
CELEBRATING THE CENTENNIAL lived many lives as a day laborer in the Geor- community. In 1995, he was awarded the
OF THE ROTARY CLUB OF gia cotton fields, scholar, elementary school Medal of Valor for arresting a dangerous indi-
BRYAN, TEXAS teacher, college professor, university presi- vidual after a long and dangerous car chase.
dent, and leader in criminal justice reform. He also led his department in driving under
HON. BILL FLORES Through all of this, he learned firsthand the the influence (DUI) arrests and was honored
OF TEXAS value of persistence, open-mindedness and by both the department and Mothers Against
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
hard work—and how crucial they are in build- Drunk Driving for his efforts to curtail the dan-
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ing better communities. These lessons refined gers of drunk driving. His dedication to the city
Tuesday, October 27, 2020 his character and took him around the world. is non-stop, as evident by the fact that he has
Mr. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today After working in Africa, Dr. Wright decided received the Iron 96 award, given to those
to recognize the 100 year anniversary of The to bring his message of unity and civility to Ar- who do not use any sick leave, for 20 con-
Rotary Club of Bryan, Texas. izona, a place he called ‘‘the greatest state on secutive years.
Originally chartered in 1921, with only twen- the planet.’’ His voice would often echo Commander Koeppe is not only an es-
ty-five founders; today, the club has grown to through the chamber and halls of the Arizona teemed member of the police department, but
include a membership of approximately 150 State Senate, in rooms of state GOP meetings he also plays an active role in his community.
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