George Radanovich

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I have no speakers, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure for me today to pay tribute to two very good friends and fellow Californians, Gordon and Anita Murchie. On the 14th of August, 1955, in the midst of family and friends, Gordon and Anita were married in the Presbyterian Church in Santa Barbara. Both had attended college at University of California at Santa Barbara. As a lifelong ambition, Gordon wanted to join the U.S. Diplomatic Service; thus, when a recruiter from the US. Information Agency arrived on the University of Southern California's campus where Gordon was attending graduate school, Gordon was one of the first to be interviewed. Following a quick trip to Washington, D.C. to take the language and written exam for USIA, he subsequently was offered a Foreign Service appointment. The Murchies moved to Washington, D.C., in early 1958 as new members of that year's junior Foreign Service family. Before year's end, Gordon and Anita began their long string of Foreign Service postings, first in the Philippines, then Indonesia, and on to Thailand, where they spent the next 9 years equally divided between Udorn, in the northeast of the country, and Bangkok, the capital city. Having learned the Thai language up-country, they both have served as interpreters, Gordon for President Johnson and Vice President Humphrey, and Anita for Lady Bird Johnson, Mrs. Joan Kennedy, Mrs. Stan Getz, and other American political and cultural representatives visiting Thailand. For his service to Thailand, he was awarded the Royal Order of the White Elephant medal by the King. Returning to the U.S. in late 1969, Gordon attended, on government assignment, the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy in Massachusetts where he earned a Master's Degree in International Law and Public Diplomacy. Returning to Washington, D.C., the Murchies, now with two young children, resided in the Alexandria area of northern Virginia and Anita was completing her Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology. With things heating up in Central America, the Murchies were reassigned to the U.S. Embassy in San Jose, Costa Rica, for the next 4 years. Again, working as a team, they immersed themselves in the Costa Rican community and the political, economic and cultural issues of the region. While there, Anita authored the only book to comprehensively research and relate the story of the Anglo-American contributions to Costa Rica from the period of Independence, 1824, to the end of that century, entitled Imported Spices. Gordon served as the Public Affairs Attache at the Embassy. Gordon's last overseas assignment was as an advisor to the U.S. military in northern Iraq to establish a safe zone for the Kurds in 1991. Having received two Superior Service Medals during his 35 years of government service, Gordon retired in 1993. Upon retirement, Gordon and Anita were asked to take on the management of the Virginia-based organization as President and Executive Secretary, which they have continued to administer to the present day. In recognition of their contributions to the growth of the Virginia wine industry, Gordon was presented the first Association's Lifetime Achievement Award. Gordon is also credited with promoting a renewed public interest in the evolution of viticulture and enology in America, from 1607 Jamestown to the present day. For the past 9 years, he has served as the wine consultant to George Washington's Mount Vernon, which conducts annual wine and history events. The Murchies remain active participants in the support of the growth and development of the U.S. wine industry, as a whole, with particular attention to the rapid growth of the wine industry in the Commonwealth of Virginia. As a team, the Murchies are well known in the American wine industry, on Capitol Hill, and in a number of foreign communities abroad. As Gordon says of their partnership through life, he would never have been able to realize his career dreams if it had not been for the above-and-beyond-the-call-of-duty support of Anita. As Co-Chairman of the Congressional Wine Caucus, I wish to commend and recognize the contributions of the Murchies for their lifelong work in promoting the American way of life and the democratic principles of our Nation. I wish them continued health and happiness and success in their endeavors as American ambassadors in an increasingly challenging world.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, this year the water districts of my State worked together to create a water planning document to address my State's core water infrastructure needs for decades into the future. This document, released by the Association of California Water Agencies (ACWA), is called, ``No Time to Waste: A Blueprint for California's Water.'' It lays out a diverse mix of actions and investments designed to help California meet its water supply needs in the coming decades. The ACWA Blueprint is intended to serve as a roadmap for State and Federal leaders to follow to ensure that California has the water supply system it will need to support people, Jobs and ecosystems in the future. It breaks down into 12 recommendations for each region of the State. These include investments to improve water supplies, water use efficiency, water quality and environmental health. The recommended actions are designed to address short and long-term statewide water needs, complement and build on local efforts, and promote integrated regional water management plans that will play a critical role in California's future. key recommendations in acwa's blueprint Improve the existing Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta water conveyance system to increase flexibility and enhance water supply, water quality, levee stability and environmental protection in the near term. Evaluate long-term threats to the Delta levee and conveyance system and pursue actions to reduce risks to the state's water supply and the environment. Ensure delivery of adequate Colorado River supplies for Southern California and defend California's rights on the Colorado River. Implement and fund the Sacramento Valley Water Management Program. Develop additional groundwater and surface water storage, including proposed surface storage projects now under study if they are determined to be feasible. Support and fund local efforts to expand recycled water use and implement best management practices for urban and agricultural water use efficiency. Improve the quality of California's drinking water supplies to safeguard public health and enhance water quality for agriculture and the environment. Work with local agencies to overcome constraints to developing seawater and brackish groundwater desalination. Modernize the Federal Endangered Species Act and other laws and regulations to allow water infrastructure projects, water supply and water quality activities to proceed while protecting species and habitats. Expedite the approval process for voluntary water transfers. Clarify and expand the State's role in flood control and promote multi-benefit flood control projects. Support integrated regional water management plans. Mr. Speaker, this document represents the first time California water users have produced something this comprehensive, based around a consensus approach and done under their own initiative. Water will be a central resource challenge confronting economic growth and environmental sustainability in California and the West. As the House Water and Power Subcommittee completes its agenda for 2005 and sets new objectives for 2006, I commend to interested observers ACWA's ``No Time to Waste: A Blueprint for California's Water''.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the Gemperle Family of Turlock, California upon receiving the 2005 Distinguished Citizens Award from The Greater Yosemite Council, Boy Scouts of America. The family will be honored on Wednesday, October 26, 2005 at The Greater Yosemite Council, Boy Scouts of America 2005 Distinguished Citizens Award Dinner in Modesto, California. As a leader in the egg production business in the Turlock area since the 1950's, the Gemperle Family has transformed a small family business into an industry-leading, technology driven company. In addition to the great successes achieved in business, the Gemperle Family has distinguished itself through its leadership and generosity to many communities throughout California's Central Valley. Ernie T. Gemperle, the family patriarch, has served in many positions, including President, on his local Boy Scouts of America Executive Board. For over 35 years, the Gemperle Family has hosted an annual fundraising event to benefit the Boy Scouts of America. Moreover, the Gemperle Family has earned a well deserved reputation for supporting numerous causes, including Catholic Charities, California State University-Stanislaus, and the arts. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor the Gemperle Family upon receiving the 2005 Distinguished Citizens Award from The Greater Yosemite Council, Boy Scouts of America. I invite my colleagues to join me in congratulating and thanking the Gemperle Family for their leadership and tremendous generosity.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ginger Armstrong of Tuolumne County, California for her tireless service and contributions to her community. At the end of the month of October, Ms. Armstrong will retire from her position as an Advocacy Consultant with the Tuolumne County Alliance for Resources and the Environment (TuCARE). An event to celebrate Ms. Armstrong's professional accomplishments and contributions will occur on October 27, 2005 in Sonora, California. A native of New Mexico, Ginger Armstrong moved to Tuolumne County in 1971, where she taught in the Tuolumne County public school system for over 20 years. After teaching in the public school system, Ms. Armstrong became the Education Coordinator for TuCARE, an organization established to advise the public on conservation practices and the utilization of our natural resources. In the late 1990's, Ginger earned the position of Executive Director of TuCARE, where she demonstrated exemplary leadership on issues concerning the long term viability of natural resources and conservation of public and private lands. Together with her husband Jim, the Armstrong's own and operate Jim Armstrong Logging. In addition to the logging operation, the Armstrong's own Snowy Peaks Christmas Tree Farm and plan to operate a strawberry and blueberry farm. Ginger and her husband Jim have two children, Matt and Haley. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Ginger Armstrong for her years of service to Tuolumne County and dedication to natural resource issues. I invite my colleagues to join me in wishing Ginger many years of continued success.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay honor and congratulate a now former colleague of mine, Congressman Christopher Cox. Mr. Cox has served the U.S. House of Representatives with great distinction for six terms. For 10 years Mr. Cox displayed his tremendous leadership capability as chairman of the House Policy Committee, and most recently as the founding Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security. In June of 2005, the President of the United States had the foresight to recognize Mr. Cox's leadership ability and subsequently appointed Mr. Cox, Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission. Mr. President, you made a very fine choice. Mr. Cox holds an M.B.A. from Harvard Business School, as well as a J.D. from Harvard School of Law. He has taught Federal income tax courses at his alma mater. During former President Reagan's second term, Mr. Cox served as his Senior Associate Counsel. While serving in the U.S. House of Representatives Mr. Cox served in a capacity of leadership in every committee with jurisdiction over investor protection and U.S. capital markets. It seems obvious to me, as I'm sure it does to the rest of my colleagues that Mr. Cox is very well qualified for his new position. While the citizens of Mr. Cox's 48th District will surely miss his commitment, I am sure they share my sentiments of congratulation to Mr. Cox for receiving this new appointment. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time as a colleague of Mr. Cox and look forward to working with him in his new capacity.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent to have my name removed as a cosponsor of H.R. 438.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 65th birthday of a great Californian, a great American and a great friend. Renee Rose--a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, colleague, one-time potential mayoral candidate, world traveler, restaurant and theatre connoisseur. While not a native of California, Renee is as much a part of the San Francisco landscape as is the Golden Gate Bridge (but a few years younger). To all who have been befriended, or mothered by Renee--which is more than I could possibly get in this statement--she is a loyal, thoughtful, funny and incredibly giving friend that everyone treasures and feel blessed that Renee is part of their life. If we only go around once in life--everyone needs a Renee in it. May I also mention that she makes one heck-of-a chocolate fudge brownie. I salute you Renee and wish you a very happy birthday! Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the birthday of Renee Rose. I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring this remarkable woman and the contributions she has made to California.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Anne Speake for the service she has given to the Central Valley of California and to recognize her 75th birthday on August 8, 2005. Mrs. Speake has dedicated much of her life to helping the citizens of Fresno and to promoting small business. Anne Speake, the founder and President of International English Institute, is widely recognized as an authority on overseas marketing. For 22 years, she traveled extensively in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and South America to promote IEI. During this time, the school enrolled over 40,000 students, some of whom are heads of state and leaders in worldwide businesses. In 2001, she joined her husband, Mike Hamzy, as President of Harbison International, Inc. Currently, she serves on the Board, Executive Committee, and Air Quality Task Force of the Fresno Business Council. She is also Chair of the Fresno Revitalization Corporation and serves on the boards of FRESPAC and the CSUF Business Advisory Council. She is a member of the Fresno Rotary Club, the Forum, and the Owls Club. She previously served as President on the boards of the Greater Area Chamber of Commerce; the Fresno Convention and Visitor's Bureau; and the CSUF Business Associates. She has served on the boards of the EDC, Fresno Art Museum, Compact, CSUF Alumni and Friends, and the New United Way. She was Vice President of the National Associate of Arab American and Co-Chair of the Commission on the Future of Education for Fresno County. I appointed Anne as a delegate to the California Republican Party, where she has served since 1995. In the same year, she was appointed as a delegate by Gov. Pete Wilson to the White House Conference on Small Business. He also appointed her to the California Council to promote Business Ownership by Women. In 1990, IEI received the U.S. Small Business Administration's ``Business of the Year in California'' award. In 1991, IEI won the ``Business Enterprise of the Year'' award for outstanding contributions to Fresno's economy and for business excellence. In 1993, Mrs. Speake was presented the Baker, Peterson, & Franklin ``Top 5 Award for Excellence.'' Mrs. Speake was awarded the CSUF Sid Craig School of Business ``Alumni of the Year Award'' for 1994. In 1998, the U.S. Small Business Administration recognized Mrs. Speake as the Central California Women in Business Advocate of the Year, and the National Honor Society made her an Honorary Beta Gamma Sigma. In February 2000, Mrs. Speake was the Leon S. Peters Award recipient for a career of outstanding business leadership in community service. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the achievements of Anne Speake. I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring this remarkable woman and the contributions she has made to small business and the city of Fresno.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. James C. Brazelton of Modesto, CA upon his retirement for his dedicated service with the Office of the District Attorney of Stanislaus County. Mr. Brazelton began his law enforcement career as a Military Policeman assigned to the White House Security Detail. In 1963, he joined the City of Bakersfield Police Department where he served as a Patrolman, Motorcycle Officer and Detective. He accepted a position with the City of Orange Police Department in 1968 and worked his way through the ranks as a Patrolman, Detective, Watch Commander, SWAT Team Commander, and Sergeant. While with the City of Orange Police Department, he attended Western State University, College of Law, in Anaheim, California. Upon graduating in 1974, he moved on from the City of Orange Police Department to spend the next 11 years in the private practice of law. In 1985, James Brazelton accepted the position as a Senior Deputy District Attorney with the Stanislaus County District Attorney's Office. Primarily serving in the Felony Trial Division, Mr. Brazelton was responsible for prosecuting many high-profile homicide cases. In 1993, Mr. Brazelton was appointed Chief Deputy District Attorney for the Felony Superior Court Division and in August 1995, he was named Chief Deputy District Attorney for Administration. On March 19, 1996, James C. Brazelton was appointed by the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors to fill the unexpired term of the retiring District Attorney and was sworn in as District Attorney on March 29, 1996. In 2001, Mr. Brazelton was appointed by California State Attorney General Bill Lockyer to serve on the Blue Ribbon SWAT Team Practices Commission. He is also a member of the National District Attorneys Association and an alumnus of the National College of District Attorneys. In 2005, he was appointed by President Bush to a four-person focus group on capital punishment litigation. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Mr. James C. Brazelton of Modesto, CA upon his retirement from the Office of the District Attorney of Stanislaus County. I invite my colleagues to join me in wishing Mr. Brazelton many years of continued success.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Richard Johnson for being selected as the 2005 Madera Chamber of Commerce Senior Farmer of the Year. Mr. Richard Johnson will be recognized at the Madera County Farm Bureau's 84th Annual Meeting and Senior Farmer Presentation on July 14th in Madera, California. Mr. Johnson is a model of excellence in his community. For over 51 years, Richard has been a part of the agricultural community. As a child, Richard grew up working on a 300 acre farm, and upon entering Madera High School, he continued to strengthen his appreciation for Agriculture through his active membership in Future Farmers of America. After graduating from Madera High School, Richard went on to attend Fresno State where he majored in Agriculture. Upon returning from military service with the United States Air Force (1951-1955), Mr. Johnson returned to farming in Madera County, where today he continues to farm a diverse bounty of crops and livestock on 1,940 acres. Mr. Johnson has been a member of the Madera County Farm Bureau for over 30 years, over 11 of which he has served as a member of the organization's Board of Directors. In addition, Richard Johnson has tirelessly devoted his time to numerous community organizations and projects, including Coats for Kids, Chowchilla 20-30 Club, and the Madera County Republican Central Committee. During the Christmas season, Mr. Johnson can be seen visiting local elementary schools dressed as Santa Claus. Richard Johnson, together with his wife Lila Nelson-Johnson, have 3 sons. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Richard Johnson upon being named Senior Farmer of the Year by the Madera Chamber of Commerce. His contributions to America's agricultural communities and to his country have been invaluable. I invite my colleagues to join me in commending Mr. Johnson for this achievement.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the Hon. Peter J. Visclosky and myself, in our capacity as Co-chairs of the Congressional Croatian Caucus, on the occasion of National Day of the Republic of Croatia, June 25, I rise to recognize the significant progress the country of Croatia has made in gaining recognition and responsibility within the international community since its independence. Croatia has come a long way in the last 14 years and has experienced a number of important developments in the process. Overcoming the legacies of communism and armed aggression, Croatia is now well on the path towards full membership in the Euro-Atlantic community. All these achievements mark Croatia's successful transition in political and economic reforms to a thriving democracy and market economy, as well as depicting the Croatian Government's commitment to the rule of law and human rights. Croatia's strategic objectives to enter NATO and the European Union, as well as strengthen and deepen its ties with the United States, are the driving forces behind its foreign and security policy, and defense reforms. Integration into the Euro-Atlantic Community will enable Croatia to assume a more active role within the community of democracies that share the same values, principles and interests. Active participation by Croatian military personnel in a number of peacekeeping operations worldwide, including the NATO-led mission in Afghanistan, displays Croatia's credibility as a future NATO member state. Furthermore, Croatia has a track record of cooperation with NATO allies through the PfP. Mr. Speaker, it is clearly in our national interest to encourage peace and stability in the region of Southeastern Europe. To this end, the role of the Croatian American community and their representatives in the nation's capital, as an inherent component of the U.S.-Croatia partnership, cannot be overlooked. They represent a vital bridge between our two countries in order to strengthen deep historical and cultural links between the United States and Croatia since 1783. Special recognition should be given to the current Croatian government under the leadership of Dr. Ivo Sanader to solidify Croatia's place within the community of democratic nations and to move the country forward to becoming a model of stability, peace and cooperation throughout Southeastern Europe.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch-Catholicos of All Armenians and universal head of the Armenian Apostolic (Orthodox) Church, upon his visit to the San Joaquin Valley. An event to celebrate his pastoral visit will occur on June 12, 2005 in Fresno, CA. His Holiness Karekin II, baptized Ktrij Nersissian, was born in 1951 in the village of Voskehat in the former Soviet Republic of Armenia. In 1965, he entered the Theological Seminary of the Mother See of Holy Etchmiadzin and graduated with honors in 1971. Upon graduation from the seminary, he was ordained a celibate priest, taking the religious name Karekin. Father Karekin then graduated from Bonn University in Germany while serving as pastor to the local Armenian community. He earned a postgraduate degree from the Russian Orthodox Academy in Zagorsk, Russia in 1979. In 1980 he was assigned to the Araratian Pontifical Diocese, the Armenian Church's most populous diocese, which includes Yerevan, the capital of Armenia. In 1983, he was appointed primate of the Araratian Pontifical Diocese, and was elevated to the rank of Bishop and subsequently to Archbishop. His Holiness was elected as the 132nd Supreme Patriarch and Catholicos of All Armenians on October 27, 1999 by delegates from Armenian Churches worldwide at a National Ecclesiastical Assembly, in the Republic of Armenia. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor His Holiness Karekin II, the Supreme Patriarch-Catholicos of All Armenians and universal head of the Armenian Apostolic (Orthodox) Church, upon his pastoral visit to the San Joaquin Valley. I invite my colleagues to join me in thanking the religious patriarch for his dedication to the service of all Armenians.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume; and I am pleased to strongly support H.R. 1101, introduced by my good friend, the gentleman from California (Mr. Hunter). The gentleman from California has done an excellent job of representing his constituents who, through no fault of their own, find themselves operating a concession within the National Wildlife Refuge System. This concession, known as Walter's Camp, has existed since 1962. It has consistently provided recreational opportunities to thousands of Americans. It is one of the few places along the lower Colorado River that offers such a variety of healthy outdoor activities. About 5 years ago, the concessionaire was advised by the Fish and Wildlife Service that Walter's Camp had been inadvertently added to the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge and that corrective legislation was necessary. This is the purpose of this measure, to correct this mistake; and there is no opposition to returning the title of this property to the Bureau of Land Management. In fact, identical legislation passed the House unanimously on two separate occasions in the 108th Congress. I urge an ``aye'' vote on H.R. 1101. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time. (Mrs. CHRISTENSEN asked and was given permission to revise and extend her remarks.)

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days within which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on H.R. 1101.

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 1101) to revoke a Public Land Order with respect to certain lands erroneously included in the Cibola National Wildlife Refuge, California.

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, does the gentlewoman from the Virgin Islands have any more speakers?

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I have no further requests for time, and I yield back the balance of my time.

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he may consume to the gentleman from Nevada (Mr. Porter). (Mr. PORTER asked and was given permission to revise and extend his remarks.)

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 849, introduced by my committee colleague, the gentleman from Nevada (Mr. Gibbons), would provide for the conveyance of certain public land in Clark County, Nevada, currently being managed by the Bureau of Land Management, to the county for use as a heliport. The Las Vegas Valley is among the fastest growing communities in the United States. This community thrives on tourism with one of the most popular tourist excursions being the helicopter tour of the Grand Canyon. At present, helicopter tour flight paths impact long-standing residential neighborhoods. This bill would alleviate this growing conflict while providing a suitable location for the establishment of a commercial service heliport facility to serve the Las Vegas Valley. Mr. Speaker, one of the primary goals of this conveyance is to minimize the impact of air tours on the Sloan Canyon National Conservation Area and the North McCullough Mountains Wilderness that lie just north of the major residential areas. In addition, any operator of a helicopter tour originating from or concluding at the new heliport would pay the Clark County Department of Aviation a $3 conservation fee for each passenger on the tour if any of the helicopter tours occurs over the Conservation Area. The fee collected will be placed in a special account in the Treasury of the United States. Those funds will then be made available to the Secretary for management of cultural, wildlife, and wilderness resource on public lands in the State of Nevada. This bill is also the result of public hearings and local decision- making on this issue, and although not a perfect solution, it seeks a fair compromise to resolve the issue. Mr. Speaker, I urge adoption of the bill. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days within which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on the bill under consideration.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that all Members may have 5 legislative days within which to revise and extend their remarks and include extraneous material on H.R. 606.

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Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 606) to authorize appropriations to the Secretary of the Interior for the restoration of the Angel Island Immigration Station in the State of California.

Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, H.R. 606, introduced by the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Woolsey), would authorize an appropriation up to $15 million to the Secretary of the Interior for the restoration of the Angel Island Immigration Station in San Francisco Bay. The funds would be used in coordination with the Angel Island Immigration Station Foundation and the California Department of Parks and Recreation. The bill would also require funds appropriated by the Act to be used first for restoration of the Immigration Station Hospital on the island. Finally, the bill limits the Federal funding to 50 percent of the total funds from all the sources spent to restore the immigration station. I urge adoption of the bill. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.