Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks — March 3, 2021, E195
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This is E195 of the Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks, March 3, 2021, with interleaved columns. Ms. Pelosi recognizes the service of Reading Clerk Joe Novotny as he prepares for his retirement. Ms. Wexton congratulates three young women from Winchester who are the first female Eagle Scouts in the Shenandoah Area Council. Ms. Jackson Lee supports H.R. 447, the National Apprenticeship Act of 2021, which invests more than $3.5 billion over 5 years in Registered Apprenticeships, youth apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships. The page continues onto E196 with remarks on a Houston Community College apprenticeship program, with the views attributed to the members.
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March 3, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E195
EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS
CELEBRATING THE SERVICE OF While Joe Novotny’s service will be missed, ciary, on Homeland Security, on the Budget,
READING CLERK JOE NOVOTNY his great love for the House and his dedication and as a cosponsor, I rise in strong support of
to our Democracy stand as an inspiration for H.R. 447, the National Apprenticeship Act of
HON. NANCY PELOSI all who will follow in the path that he has 2021, which invests more than $3.5 billion
OF CALIFORNIA blazed. On behalf of the United States House over 5 years in expanding opportunities and
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Representatives, I thank Joe Novotny for access to Registered Apprenticeships, youth
his patriotic service, which has strengthened apprenticeships, and pre-apprenticeships.
Wednesday, March 3, 2021 the Congress and Country. I thank Congressman SCOTT, the Chairman
Ms. PELOSI. Madam Speaker, I rise to rec- f of the Education and Labor Committee, for re-
ognize the outstanding service of the Reading introducing this legislation which passed by a
Clerk of the United States House of Rep- CONGRATULATING THE EAGLE substantial margin in the 116th Congress as
resentatives, Joe Novotny, as he prepares for SCOUTS OF TROOP 2G OF WIN- H.R. 8294.
his retirement. As Reading Clerk, Joe Novotny CHESTER This important legislation has the potential
has served as the ‘Voice of the House,’ and to yield $10.6 billion in net benefits to U.S.
his trusted leadership and valued presence on HON. JENNIFER WEXTON taxpayers in the form of increased workers
the House Floor will be missed by Members OF VIRGINIA productivity and decreased spending on pub-
and staff on both sides of the aisle. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lic-assistance programs and unemployment in-
Joe Novotny has dedicated his entire career surance and which bring America’s invest-
to the People’s House. A Chicago native, Wednesday, March 3, 2021 ments in apprenticeship more in line with
Novotny came to Washington to serve as a Ms. WEXTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today countries around the world.
Congressional page at age 16. After studying to recognize three young women from Vir- Madam Speaker, the Registered Apprentice-
Political Communication at George Wash- ginia’s 10th Congressional District who made ship (RAs) system is America’s most success-
ington University, he returned to the House, history as the first female Eagle Scouts in the ful federally authorized workforce development
where he worked as a staffer for the House Shenandoah Area Council. Eagle Scout is the program.
Education and Labor Committee for fifteen highest achievement or rank to earn in Scouts According to the Department of Labor, 94
years, rising to become Chief Clerk for this es- BSA, and Lauren Reed, Amelia ‘‘Mia’’ percent of people who complete RAs are em-
sential committee. His service was greatly re- Lunceford, and Elaina Truban of Winchester ployed upon completion, earning an average
spected by all, including by Education and have all exemplified the remarkable leader- starting wage of above $70,000 annually.
Labor Chair George Miller, who lauded ship, talent, and perseverance to earn this dis- Yet, according to the most recent data, only
Novotny as ‘an incredibly valuable asset to my tinction. 0.3 percent of the overall workforce in America
staff [whose] unparalleled integrity and dedica- To achieve the Eagle title, scouts are re- have completed an apprenticeship.
tion helped our committee advance major poli- quired to earn 21 merit badges, complete and Madam Speaker, this legislation could not
cies that are making a difference in the lives lead a service project that benefits their com- be more timely because during a time of
of working families.’ munity and sit before the Eagle Scout Board record unemployment, the National Appren-
In 2010, it was my great and proud honor of Review. For their thoughtful community ticeship Act of 2021 invests more than $3.5
as Speaker of the House to name Joe projects, Lauren planted shrubbery and land- billion over 5 years in expanding opportunities
Novotny Reading Clerk: the first openly gay scaping around a flag pole at Locust Grove and access to Registered Apprenticeships,
man to hold this important position. His his- Cemetery in Stephens City, Mia worked on a youth apprenticeships, and pre-apprentice-
toric service has made our Congress more in- wildflower rain garden at Izaak Walton Lake in ships.
clusive, diverse and representative of the peo- Frederick County, and Elaina made a raised The legislation also creates an additional 1
ple whom we serve. As Novotny stated upon flower bed and planted seven trees on the million new apprenticeship opportunities on
his appointment, ‘When you think about the di- grounds of her church. Until recently, girls and top of the current expected growth of the ap-
versity in this House now—and the fact that young women were not allowed to join the prenticeship system, an investment that not
we have the first woman Speaker and we program. Now, there are 83 female scouts in only will pay off for workers and employers,
have the first African-American Clerk of the five different troops in the Shenandoah Area but also benefit the taxpayers.
House—this is a Congress of firsts, so to be Council. All three of the first class of female Madam Speaker, this legislation is critical to
a part of that is a tremendous honor.’ As the Eagle Scouts in the Shenandoah Area Council expanding the nation’s workforce development
child of immigrants, Novotny’s ascendance to are members of Troop 2G of Winchester. system during our country’s deepest economic
service in the halls of the United States Cap- These young women were honored and rec- downturn since the Great Depression.
itol is, as he has proudly said, the story of the ognized in Winchester, Virginia on January 26, Specifically, the National Apprenticeship Act
American Dream. 2021. All three are following in the footsteps of of 2021 authorizes $400 million for fiscal year
As Reading Clerk, Novotny has been vital in their male siblings and other family members (FY) 2022, increasing by $100 million annually
engaging and connecting our country with who attained the same recognition. Lauren, to $800 million for FY 2026, to support the
their Democracy, as he ensures that legisla- Mia, and Elaina now help pave the way for fu- creation or expansion of registered apprentice-
tive measures debated in the House are clear- ture female scouts to pursue the ranks of ships, youth apprenticeships and pre-appren-
ly articulated not only to Members of Congress Eagle Scout, and they are just beginning their ticeship programs, including in non-traditional
but to the American people and to commu- journeys as impactful community members apprenticeship occupations and for nontradi-
nities around the world. He has consistently and strong, female leaders. tional populations.
brought his steady, calming presence and f This funding will also attract and encourage
great professionalism and institutional exper- employer participation and recruitment for indi-
tise to the House Floor, and in doing so, has IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 447 NATIONAL viduals with barriers to employment, including
helped advance the ability of the People’s APPRENTICESHIP ACT OF 2021 individuals impacted by the criminal justice
House to do the people’s work. system.
His commitment to making the Congress HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE Additionally, to ensure that apprenticeship
more open, accessible and efficient has been OF TEXAS agreements and program registration to en-
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particularly important to the functioning of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sure consistency in quality standards and
House and the health of our Democracy dur- worker protections, H.R. 447 codifies and
ing the challenging time of the coronavirus Wednesday, March 3, 2021 streamlines standards for registered appren-
pandemic, as our institution has adjusted to Ms. JACKSON LEE. Madam Speaker, as a ticeships, youth apprenticeship and pre-ap-
remote and virtual operations. senior member of the Committees on the Judi- prenticeship programs.
∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor.
Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor.
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E196 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 3, 2021
Also codified are the existing regulations Ten HCC plumber and pipefitter appren- cordable injuries down by 67%, and first aid
and practices to ensure that all individuals tices helped upgrade the building’s pool, bas- cases down by 90%.
have an equal opportunity to participate in pro- ketball gymnasium, laid pipes and rede- ‘‘IEC continues to modernize their training
signed Memorial Green. methods and the technology needed to sat-
grams under the national apprenticeship sys- HCC apprenticeship program prides itself
tem, and to increase diversity in the occupa- isfy the contractor’s needs to stay produc-
on the rapid development and profes- tive and competitive in today’s market
tions offered and the individuals participating sionalism of its students. Thus far, HCC ap- place,’’ said Rodriquez.
in programs, especially in high-skill, high- prentices can boast a zero OSHA injuries and
The Jeanie Sealy Hospital project contract
wage, and in-demand industry sectors and oc- a 24% increase in productivity and 43% de-
crease in job turnover. is valued at $27.4 million. The project is
cupations. scheduled to conclude August 2015.
The legislation institutionalizes, and estab- ‘‘The quality of the work on this project
lishes by statute, the Department of Labor’s will provide lower maintenance and oper-
ating cost for Houston Community College f
(DOL) Office of Apprenticeship, and vests it and is referred to as Life Cycle Engineering
with the following roles and responsibilities: Cost. This project provides a win-win oppor- HONORING EDGAR KING FOR HIS
Increasing participation in programs under tunity for Houston Community College and LIFETIME OF SERVICE TO SARA-
the national apprenticeship system through their students,’’ said Apprenticeship Direc- TOGA COUNTY, NEW YORK
technical assistance and program recognition tor, Doug Posey. DAIRY FARMERS, AND THE EN-
activities; When the San Jacinto project is complete,
it will become an academic center for Cen-
TIRE NORTH COUNTRY REGION
Bringing together industry sector leaders
and experts, including employers, industry as- tral College. The project is scheduled to be
completed by the end of 2013.
sociations, joint labor-management organiza-
JOHN SOILEAU’S STORY
HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK
tions, labor organizations, education and train- OF NEW YORK
ing providers, credential providers, and ap- John Soileau knows his way around a
plumbing system. He’s spent the last 5-years IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
prentices to establish national frameworks to learning to install and repair commercial
expand apprenticeships to new occupations and residential plumbing systems, as well as Wednesday, March 3, 2021
and sectors; and designing new systems, laying or fitting
Improving data infrastructure to improve re- pipes and repairing and maintaining appli- Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise
porting and publicly disseminating information ances in Houston Community College’s today to honor Edgar ‘‘Ed’’ King for his lifetime
about apprenticeship programs. (HCC) apprenticeship program. dedication to public service for the betterment
Another strong feature of this legislation is ‘‘I’ve learned so much over the five year of Saratoga County and New York State’s
that it codifies the roles and responsibilities of period. From math basic, AutoCAD, shop Dairy industry.
classes to welding and learning how to pipe
the State Apprenticeship Agencies (SAAs) by: Born a Saratogian with deep family roots in
a dollhouse,’’ said Soileau.
Authorizing annual funding for State Appren- Unlike many college students, Soileau got dairy farming, Ed made improving New York’s
ticeship Offices and SAAs at $75 million for paid to go to school. The 3–5 year apprentice- agricultural industry his life’s work at the local,
fiscal year (FY) 2022, increasing by $10 mil- ship program mixes paid on-the-job training state, and national level. A lifelong farmer and
lion annually to reach $115 million for FY with classroom instruction allowing the stu- graduate of the prestigious Cornell University
2026, with one-third of funds equally distrib- dent to earn as they learn.
College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Ed
uted to all States and outlying areas, and two- ‘‘This program gave me the opportunity to
make a living and eliminate any doubts I went on to serve as the Deputy Commissioner
thirds of funds distributed via formula to SAAs; of New York State’s Department of Agriculture
had about how I was going to pay my tui-
and tion. It was a win/win situation for me.’’ and Markets from 1976 to 1987. When Ed re-
Requiring SAAs to submit plans for reg- As Soileau nears the end of the apprentice- turned from Albany, he immersed himself in
istered apprenticeship activities, which gen- ship program, he is looking forward to start- local politics, and was elected Supervisor for
erally mirror existing state requirements under ing his career as a Master Plumber and with Northumberland on the Saratoga County
the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act a five-year work history; he says he is con- Board of Supervisors in 1992. He held that po-
and the Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical fident about his training and his future.
sition until 2004, following in his father’s foot-
Education Act. HCC APPRENTICE STUDENTS HELP BUILD NEW
steps who held the same seat after being
My concluding reason for supporting this im- HOSPITAL
elected in 1944. Ed also spent time serving on
portant legislation is that it strengthens the Eleven Houston Community College (HCC)
and Independent Electrical Contractors
the boards of Dairy Management, Inc., the Na-
connections between the Department of Edu- tional Dairy Board, and the New England
cation and Department of Labor through an (IEC) apprentice students broke ground on
the Jeanie Sealy Hospital construction Dairy Promotion Board.
interagency agreement to support the creation
project in Galveston, Texas in September After retiring from his exemplary career in
and expansion of youth apprenticeships, col- 2012. In collaboration with numerous con-
lege consortiums, and data sharing agree- public service, Ed continued to be heavily in-
tracted workers, HCC students are proving volved in the day to day operation of Kings
ments. on a daily basis that their apprentice train-
I strongly support this legislation and urge ing is valuable to the project.
Ransom Farm in Schuylerville. This fifth-gen-
all Members to join me in voting for its pas- ‘‘The project is an example of the quality eration, family-run farm is one of the largest
sage. of electricians being trained at their appren- dairy farms in the region, established in 1901
tice school. The old time skills of electrical by King’s grandfather. Ed continued doing
APPRENTICESHIP SUCCESS STORIES
workers simply are no longer sufficient to what he loved, interacting with and serving his
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM meet the demands of modern day technology community, as he and his wife, Carolyn, oper-
The Houston Community College (HCC) in accomplishing the work,’’ said Eddie ated a bed and breakfast on the farm where
Apprenticeship Program is a partnership be- Rodriquez, Director of IEC Apprentice
tween HCC and 11 U.S. Department of Labor
they eagerly welcomed visitors, tourists,
School.
approved Apprenticeship programs in Hous- The total project was design by computer strangers, and friends. Ed was especially
ton. The program provides a 3–5 year job aided drafting or AutoCAD with prefabrica- proud to watch as his sons very successfully
training system for skilled trade and craft tion of all conduits including the smaller 3⁄4′′ expanded the business to add King Brothers
workers. size conduit at their fabrication shop and Dairy, a dairy store that offers home delivery
Employers, employer associations, and shipped to the job site for installation. The service. My heartfelt condolences go out to his
joint-labor management organizations complexity of this project has construction wife, their four sons, and his extended family.
known collectively as apprenticeship spon- veterans in awe of the students’ knowledge
sors provide apprentices with on-the-job in- and success. Ed was an extraordinary leader for Saratoga
struction that reflects industry needs, while ‘‘I was totally impressed with the com- County, the dairy industry and beyond. He
HCC provides the classroom-related instruc- plexity and quality of the conduit installa- was tireless in his efforts to promote agricul-
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tion. HCC apprentices can study in eight dif- tion in such a complex and compact facility tural development throughout New York State.
ferent disciplines including: carpenters, elec- as a modern hospital requires,’’ said Doug His welcoming demeanor, selfless service,
tricians, millwrights, pipe-fitters, welders, Posey, HCC Director of Apprenticeship Pro- and deep respect for everyone he encoun-
masons, stationary engineers, and glaziers. grams.
tered is a shining example for us all. Ed was
In 2013, HCC launched a 35-million renova- Apprentice workers training has been rec-
tion project of the San Jacinto building on ognized in providing increased productivity an integral part of the community and will be
its Central campus with HCC apprentices by 24%, worker turnover down by 43%, job greatly missed. On behalf of New York’s 21st
contributing to the massive renovation and site absenteeism down by 59%, Occupational Congressional District, I am honored to recog-
restoration project. Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) re- nize his remarkable leadership and life.
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