Mobility, Innovation, and Placemaking (Cong. Rec., Dec. 16, 2020)
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Page H7162 of the Congressional Record, House, for December 16, 2020, includes a request in honor of John Lewis by Hall of Georgia's Fifth District for the John Lewis TOD Innovation Loop, which would spur over $5 Billion of economic development. Joyce of Pennsylvania speaks under Brighter Days Ahead about the first vaccine doses given to frontline healthcare workers and Operation Warp Speed. Later remarks cite a New York Post article on voter fraud and announce a constitutional amendment to end forced labor in mass incarceration.
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H7162 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE December 16, 2020
Lupe and Maria’s marriage was a lifesaving potential, and I plan to take All told, this will create billions of
love story, and their children and the vaccine as soon as I am eligible. dollars of economic revitalization,
grandchildren were the center of their As part of Operation Warp Speed, our which will result in greater transpor-
universe. They are reunited in Heaven. Nation is equipped to facilitate this tation options, better quality of life,
My wife, Evelyn, and I are keeping vaccine distribution more efficiently and renewed civic engagement. I en-
the Lopez family in our prayers. than any other country in the world. courage my colleagues to support this
f At the same time, we know that it will project.
take time before everyone can receive I include in the RECORD an appropria-
BRIGHTER DAYS AHEAD it. tions request in honor of John Lewis.
The SPEAKER pro tempore. The As we wait, this is not the time to CONGRESSMAN KWANZA HALL,
Chair recognizes the gentleman from grow complacent. COVID–19 cases are 5th District, Georgia, December 14, 2020.
Pennsylvania (Mr. JOYCE) for 5 min- rising in Pennsylvania and around the THE JOHN LEWIS TOD INNOVATION LOOP—TO-
utes. country, and it is up to all of us to do WARDS JUSTICE IN MOBILITY AND
Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam our part to protect our family, our PLACEMAKING
Speaker, this week, Americans wit- friends, and our neighbors. I am happy to submit this extraordinary
nessed a remarkable achievement. Less This year, I have been amazed by appropriations request in honor of John
than a year after the novel coronavirus Americans’ commitment to one an- Lewis. The John Lewis TOD Innovation Loop
other and to their communities. To- envisions spurring over $5 Billion of eco-
reached the shores of America, the first
gether, we can defeat this virus. As we nomic development in Georgia’s Fifth Dis-
doses of a safe and effective vaccine trict in honor of the legacy of Congressman
were administered to frontline wait for the widespread immunization,
John Lewis’ sacrifice and commitment to eq-
healthcare workers in Pennsylvania we must continue to stand strong uity, justice and economic empowerment.
and around the country. against this invisible enemy. Specifically this project provides an oppor-
This amazing accomplishment is not Yes, the coronavirus remains an tunity to achieve justice in mobility (trans-
only a testament to America’s unparal- ever-present threat to America and to portation) and placemaking through stra-
leled healthcare heroes, researchers our economy. Yes, we are in a shared tegic land use and transit oriented develop-
and scientists, but it is also a testa- fight to save lives and to save liveli- ment (TOD). Campbellton Road, a major ar-
hoods. And, yes, there is hope on the tery of this project, is the area where both of
ment to the promise of American inno- Congressman Lewis’ homes were located.
vation. horizon. It is arriving in communities
every day in the coolers on UPS and IMMEDIATE 2020 FUNDING REQUEST FOR THE
In just a matter of months, Oper- JOHN LEWIS TOD INNOVATION LOOP
ation Warp Speed has harnessed the FedEx trucks.
As we near the end of this incredibly 1. $5M for development of the conceptual
full power of the Federal Government, plan.
challenging year, Americans have
the private sector, and the scientific 2. $50M for Accelerated Campbellton Road
much to be grateful for. Thanks to our
community to deliver results for the Bus Rapid Transit project.
scientific community, to Operation This funding will ultimately create a snow-
American people, all in record time.
Warp Speed, and especially to our ball effect for signature catalytic projects
I am sincerely grateful to the leaders
healthcare heroes, there are brighter listed below. Their estimated economic im-
at the helm of this historic public/pri-
days ahead. pacts are:
vate partnership, including President
f Fort McPherson TOD / Tyler Perry Stu-
Donald Trump and Secretary of Health dios, $800M.
and Human Services Alex Azar, who MOBILITY, INNOVATION, AND Oakland City TOD, $200M.
was born in my district, in Johnstown, PLACEMAKING Campbellton Road or Bus Rapid Transit
Pennsylvania. Truly, all of those who The SPEAKER pro tempore. The and future Light Rail, $50M/$250M.
have served in Operation Warp Speed Greenbriar—Westgate Area, $1B.
Chair recognizes the gentleman from John Lewis Senior Transit Center @ Barge
have done an incredible job. Georgia (Mr. HALL) for 5 minutes. Rd, $500M.
As our Nation continues to combat Mr. HALL. Madam Speaker, I rise Camp Creek @ Campbellton Road, $200M.
the COVID–19 pandemic, we recognize today to speak to the importance and Campbellton @ Fulton Industrial, $200M.
that a safe and effective vaccine is key interrelationship of mobility, innova- Fulton Industrial @ MLK Drive, $200M.
to restoring our communities, rebuild- tion and placemaking. Aerotropolis (Atlanta Airport Area), $1.7B.
ing our economy and, ultimately, sav- In honor of my predecessor, the late Total impact: $5.05 Billion.
ing lives. While the first COVID–19 vac- One of the first projects in the John Lewis
Honorable John Lewis, I am happy to
TOD Innovation Loop is high-capacity tran-
cine developed by Pfizer already has offer the John Lewis TOD Innovation sit in the Campbellton Road Corridor. This
been granted emergency authorization Loop. The John Lewis TOD Innovation project will assist in transforming this cor-
from the FDA, we expect more to fol- Loop envisions spurring over $5 billion ridor of established neighborhoods and busi-
low in the coming days and weeks. of economic development in Georgia’s nesses into a vibrant, pedestrian-friendly,
Now, it is imperative for the Amer- Fifth District in honor of the legacy of mixed-use community and could incentivize
ican people to know the facts about Congressman John Lewis’ sacrifice and major redevelopment efforts at Greenbriar
these vaccines so that they can make commitment to equity, justice, and Mall and Fort McPherson. The project will
informed consent. introduce Light Rail Transit or Bus Rapid
economic empowerment.
Number one: As part of Operation Transit to the area served by one of the
Specifically, this project provides an city’s busiest bus routes. The budget is $50
Warp Speed, multiple COVID–19 vac- opportunity to achieve justice in mo- million and the project would be adminis-
cines are being developed by private bility and placemaking through stra- tered by Metro Atlanta Rapid Transit Au-
companies and simultaneously pro- tegic land use and transit-oriented de- thority.
duced, accelerating the typical produc- velopment. For more information visit: https://
tion process so that, as soon as a safe Campbellton Road, a major artery of www.itsmarta.com/campbellton-cor-
and effective option is cleared, it is this project, is the area where both of ridor.aspx
ready to go. Congressman Lewis’ homes were lo- PROBLEMS IN AMERICA’S PRISONS
Number two: Each COVID–19 vaccine cated. This funding will ultimately cre- Mr. HALL. Madam Speaker, I rise
is undergoing the same rigorous safety, ate a snowball effect for signature today to draw the Chamber’s attention
quality, and efficacy screenings as any catalytic projects, such as Fort to a second problem, a problem in
other modern vaccine. McPherson TOD, Tyler Perry Studios, America’s prisons.
Number three: The FDA will only Greenbriar, and Westgate redevelop- I include in the RECORD the following
grant emergency use authorization to a ments. hyperlink to an article from Reuters:
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vaccine following the recommendation One of the first projects in the John https://www.reuters.com/investigates/
of an independent advisory board. Lewis TOD Innovation Loop is high-ca- section/usa-jails.
Number four: The American people pacity transit in the Campbellton Road The article draws attention to the
can be confident in the safety and the corridor. The project will introduce private prisons, the death penalty, and
efficacy of a COVID–19 vaccine. Light Rail Transit or Bus Rapid Tran- COVID. These are longstanding chal-
Madam Speaker, like many Ameri- sit to the area served by one the city’s lenges in our criminal justice system.
cans, I recognize that this vaccine has busiest bus routes. Also on the list of problems, but not
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December 16, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H7163
mentioned in that article, are life sen- have lost jobs and income, it is more critical H.R. 7217, the Confederate Monument Re-
tences, the Federal sentencing guide- than ever to provide critical housing assist- moval Act, introduced by the gentlewoman
lines, and solitary confinement. ance. The CARES Act provided many home- from California, Ms. LEE, would remove all
I am supplementing to this state- owners with the right to have all mortgage Confederate memorials from the United States
ment and to the article an appropria- payments completely paused for a period of Capitol, so that we do not risk perpetuating
tions proposal. Were it here during the time. Renters, however, face a patchwork of the myths of white supremacy to a new, more
appropriations process, I would submit regulations across the country that leave them diverse, more inclusive generation of Ameri-
this proposal so that it may be inte- in more uncertain positions. That is why I co- cans. I strongly support efforts in the Georgia
grated into future appropriations vehi- sponsored H.R. 6820, the Emergency Rental General Assembly to replace the state’s statue
cles. Assistance and Rental Market Stabilization of Alexander Stephens in Statuary Hall with
Madam Speaker, I rise in support of several Act, introduced by Mr. HECK of Washington. one honoring my predecessor and friend, the
pieces of legislation that I am proud to co- This bill would provide $100 million in emer- late Honorable John Lewis. Congressman
sponsor on behalf of the people of Georgia’s gency assistance to help prevent people at Lewis challenged the historical status quo in
5th Congressional District. risk of homelessness from finding themselves the South by championing civil and human
First, I will highlight several pieces of legis- on the street. Especially as coronavirus cases rights through peaceful, dramatic, nonviolent
lation critical to fighting the COVID–19 pan- rise and as the weather gets colder, we must action, dating from his tenure as president of
demic. As a survivor of COVID–19, I know ensure that as many people as possible are the Student Nonviolent Coordinating Com-
firsthand the pain and difficulty this terrible dis- able to safely find the protection and dignity of mittee and including his 17 terms serving in
ease has caused too many Americans. their own home. this House.
Health care is a right, not a privilege. Ensur- Our nation’s experience with COVID–19 has
I am also proud to join two other bills impor-
ing that every American has high-quality highlighted this country’s need for paid family
tant to my constituents.
health care is never more important than dur- and medical leave. H.R. 1185, the FAMILY
Act, introduced by the gentlewoman from Con- H.R. 2975, the Women’s Health Protection
ing a pandemic that has claimed nearly Act, offered by the gentlewoman from Cali-
300,000 American lives. That is why I support necticut, Ms. DELAURO, would create a new
paid family and medical leave system run by fornia, Ms. CHU, prohibits states like Georgia
H.R. 6317, the Ensuring Coverage in Public from restricting access to abortion services.
Health Emergencies Act, introduced by the the Social Security Administration. Under this
system, workers and employers would split the Georgia has some of the most restrictive abor-
gentleman from Texas, Mr. DOGGETT, and tion laws in the country, but my constituents
hope to be added as a co-sponsor this week. very modest cost of the program. Paid leave
benefits employers and employees alike— deserve to make their own choices regarding
This bill would create a special 30-day enroll- their health.
ment period during public health emergencies workers have time and flexibility to help them-
selves or their families through personal cri- Lastly, H.R. 5349, the Protect SNAP Act,
to allow employees to enroll in health plans. It was introduced by the gentlewoman from Con-
also would require coverage of services like ses, while employers can afford to keep
trained workers on the job. But the United necticut, Ms. DELAURO. This bill prohibits the
vaccines, diagnostic testing, and treatment administration from limiting access to the Sup-
States is the only rich nation without it. Paid
and care. plemental Nutrition Assistance Program, com-
As we fight the pandemic, it is critical to ad- leave would have helped save countless jobs
and businesses during this difficult year. monly known as food stamps. Last year, the
dress the racial and ethnic disparities in how administration announced a plan to make
Sadly, COVID–19 is not the only epidemic
COVID–19 affects Americans. Systemic nearly 700,000 people ineligible for food as-
facing the American people. This summer, the
health, economic, and social inequities mean sistance. We know SNAP is critical to making
rest of the country was reminded of what my
that minority communities have borne the sure that children in the richest country in the
constituents in Metro Atlanta know all too well:
worst of this terrible disease—in cases, world have food in their stomachs, and it
that people of color, particularly African-Ameri-
deaths, jobs lost, and pay cut. We are, sadly, would be doubly irresponsible to deny them
cans, face systemic racism every day. Some-
not all in this together. H.R. 6585, the Equi- times, this discrimination manifests itself as help during a pandemic and recession. Con-
table Data Collection and Disclosure on unnecessary and brutal police violence, as we gress must do all it can to ensure this vital
COVID–19 Act, and H.R. 6763, the COVID–19 saw in the murders of George Floyd, Breanna program is strengthened and expanded, not
Racial and Ethnic Disparities Task Force Act, Taylor, and, in my district, Rayshard Brooks. cut.
were both introduced by the gentlewoman Black Lives Matter, and their Black Lives Madam Speaker, I am proud to represent
from Illinois, Ms. KELLY. These bills will pro- Mattered. the people of Georgia’s 5th Congressional
vide critical information and attention to this I have co-sponsored legislation to ensure District. I believe these bills to be some of the
problem and help to mitigate the effects that police treat citizens with dignity and respect critically important measures this body should
this disease has had on communities like the and are accountable to the communities they be considering and passing to help the Amer-
ones I represent, and I look forward to being serve. First, I am proud to introduce a bill ican people through this difficult time.
added as a co-sponsor. aimed at abolishing qualified immunity, which
Black women experience some of the worst f
helps shield police officers who break the law
systemic disparities in health, housing, em- from accountability. H.R. 4408, the Eric Gar-
ployment, and education. I am proud to sup- DEMOCRAT ELECTION THEFT EX-
ner Excessive Use of Force Prevention Act, PERT DESCRIBES HOW HE DOES
port two other bills co-sponsored by Congress- introduced by the chairman of our caucus, Mr.
woman KELLY of Illinois and hope to be added IT
JEFFRIES of New York, would forbid the use of
as a co-sponsor. H.R. 8196, the Protect Black police chokeholds. I also support H.R. 7100, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The
Women and Girls Act would establish an Inter- the George Floyd Enforcement Trust and In- Chair recognizes the gentleman from
agency Task Force to examine the complex tegrity Act, introduced by the gentlewoman Alabama (Mr. BROOKS) for 5 minutes.
problems and make recommendations for pol- from Texas, Ms. JACKSON LEE. This com- Mr. BROOKS of Alabama. Madam
icy changes to help increase opportunity for prehensive legislation improves accountability Speaker, as an overview, House Speak-
our mothers, sisters, and daughters. H.R. by introducing new accreditation standards re- er NANCY PELOSI, without a floor vote,
1897, the Mothers and Offspring Mortality and lated to use of force, civilian review, and other has dictated that we wear a mask while
Morbidity Awareness (MOMMA’s) Act, will di- provisions like training and data collection. speaking on the House floor or we will
rect federal resources to prevent maternal We also must do all we can to erase the bit- be silenced; hence, my mask.
mortality and expand Medicaid to cover one ter legacy left by enslavement and forced Madam Speaker, this is my seventh
year of postpartum needs. Georgia faces a cri- bondage. H.R. 40, sponsored by the gentle- speech in a series on voter fraud, elec-
sis: My state has the worst maternal mortality woman from Texas, Ms. JACKSON LEE, would tion theft, and the presidential elec-
rate in the country, and many women, particu- create a commission to study and develop tion.
larly women of color, lack access to critical reparations proposals for African-Americans. Today, I continue citing an August
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pre- and postpartum services and lack health Black communities today still suffer from the 29, 2020, New York Post expose that re-
insurance. We know that we all do better wages, property, and rights stolen by slavery veals the sordid underbelly of voter
when we all do better, and as we rebuild our and Jim Crow. We must also work to end the fraud and election theft that plague
country from the ruin caused by the pandemic, forced labor that still exists due to mass incar- American elections.
we must leave no one behind. ceration, and I am proud to introduce a con- The New York Post, after confirming
During a time in which we need people to stitutional amendment to end that horrific prac- a Democrat election thief expert’s ‘‘rap
stay home as much as possible, but people tice that perpetuates human suffering. sheet and long history working as a
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