Tim Ryan

Mr. RYAN

Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of John Elliott, of Fairview Park, Ohio, who passed away Friday, March 20, 2020 at the age of 83. Mr. Elliott spent his career in law enforcement protecting the people of Northern Ohio. He played a key role at the height of Cleveland's mob wars, and even helped start the U.S. Marshal's witness protection program in Northern Ohio in the early 1970s. John Elliott bravely served in the U.S. Navy from 1954 to 1958 and as a Cuyahoga County sheriff's deputy until 1967. From there, he spent 23 years as a Deputy U.S. Marshal. It was in this role where John earned his tough reputation by providing protection to families of those who testified against organized crime. He also took part in numerous mob investigations, including into the infamous mobster Danny Greene. His colleagues could not speak highly enough of Mr. Elliott's bravery, integrity, and reliability. As one former police chief put it, ``he was one helluva good cop.'' Following retirement in 1990, John remained close to law enforcement while serving in the Cleveland police's Pipes and Drums Band. John Elliott was the beloved husband of the late Clorinda (nee Calandrella) for 57 years; loving father of Peter, Thomas, Catherine and Patrick; grandfather of 12; great grandfather of 6; and brother of James. I salute Mr. Elliot for his dedicated service to Northern Ohio. My deepest condolences go out to John's family and all those whose lives he touched, especially his son Peter, who followed in his footsteps into the U.S. Marshals Service. I thank John for his tireless work.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Jennie L. Landolfi, 65, of Niles, Ohio, who passed away Friday, May 15, 2020, after a long and courageous battle with Multiple Sclerosis. Jennie was born April 19, 1955, in Niles, the daughter of Gregory and Antonette ``Toni'' Landolfi. Jennie was a 1973 graduate of John F. Kennedy High School, attended Kent State University, graduated from the Trumbull Memorial Hospital School of Nursing, and received a master's degree in adult health from the University of Akron. Jennie had a passion for emergency medical services and worked for many years in the emergency departments of Trumbull Memorial Hospital and Warren General Hospital. She created the paramedic training program in Trumbull County and trained countless EMTs throughout Northeastern Ohio. A lifelong member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, Jennie loved her nephews, her dogs, vacations in the sun and the friends of her Red Hat Society and card clubs with whom she shared adventures and laughs. She will be sadly missed by her brother, John and his wife, Chrissie of Columbus; and her three nephews, Johnny, Dante and Marco; as well as numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. My heartfelt condolences go out to Jennie's family, and all whose lives she so dearly touched. I thank Jennie for her tireless work taking care of the people in the Mahoning Valley.

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Mr. RYAN. I have to tell you, Mr. Speaker, this is absolutely unbelievable. Just a few years ago, the stock market is at 25,000; corporate profits are the highest they have been in decades; the rich keep getting richer; and our friends on the other side say: What do we do now? Let's do a tax cut where 83 percent of it goes to the top 1 percent of the wealthiest people. Fast forward a few months: global pandemic; 36 million people unemployed; 40 percent of families who have a worker who makes $40,000 a year or less lost their job last month; 4 million people didn't pay their rent; and the Republican Party says: We don't have any money to help you. Are you kidding me? Where do you guys live? Food lines around the blocks at our food banks in the United States of America, and one in five kids are going hungry. Your party can't even get food to them. This isn't a wish list. If it is a wish list, it is for the working- class people. How about the Teamsters who are going to get a pension when this bill passes? If we don't act, their pension gets cut in half. This is ridiculous. The Republicans are turning their backs on the American people. Let's be honest.

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Mr. RYAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for yielding me the time. Mr. Speaker, one of the great nights in Washington, D.C., throughout the whole Congressional year, is the night we do the Congressional baseball game, where Democrats play Republicans at the Washington Nationals Park. There are 5,000-10,000 people there--maybe more, depending on the year--and it actually brings everybody together in Washington, D.C., which, as many people know, is a unique night. Many of the players at that game wear their local Minor League Baseball uniform to represent their local community in Washington, D.C., at the baseball game. I have worn the Mahoning Valley Scrappers uniform there. The Mahoning Valley Scrappers have been just outside of Youngstown, Ohio, in Niles, Ohio, right by our mall, the Eastwood Mall at Eastwood Field, for 20 years. It is where young people and families can go watch professional baseball. They can afford it. They can hang out. It is a 5- or 10- minute drive. It is an important component of our community. So, of all the ups and downs of our economy in northeast Ohio over the last 20 years, we have had baseball. And now Major League Baseball is saying: We want to cut over 40 teams. And what we are saying here in the United States Congress is: Congressman Bill Johnson, Republican-- who also represents part of the area--myself, and others, are coming together to try to stop this from happening. Young people in our area have been able to go to this field and watch CC Sabathia, Francisco Lindor, Victor Martinez, Jose Ramirez--names everybody knows in Major League Baseball, and when they were starting, they played in Niles, Ohio. So, we want to make sure that we prevent this from happening. We want to save Minor League Baseball in communities all over the United States.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Captain Brian F. Boyce, of Norfolk, VA, who died peacefully on February 22, 2020 at the age of 75. Brian was born in New York City on November 7, 1944, to Donald Campbell Boyce, from Dingwall, Scotland, and Mary Gibbons, from New York City. He graduated from Chambersburg Area Senior High School in 1962, Chambersburg, PA. Upon graduation from the University of Notre Dame, Brian entered the U.S. Navy, serving 28 years, including hazardous duty in several theaters. He commanded Amphibious Squadron FIVE, USS DUBUQUE (LPD 8), USS MOUNT VERNON (LSD 39), and SWOS Coronado. Post-retirement, he worked as a trainer in a virtual-reality navigation, seamanship, and ship-handling. He was also an expert witness in maritime litigation and an accident reconstruction specialist using computer-generated maritime simulations with a software application he developed. Brian was a loving, supportive, and kind husband, father, grandfather, and brother. Respectful of all, he selflessly volunteered his time and talents to help others and believed in the importance of engaged citizenship. He enjoyed golf, the outdoors, reading, history, travel, duplicate bridge, and being the family handyman. He was not the first in his family to serve his country. His maternal grandfather, Neil Gibbons, an immigrant from Donegal, Ireland, served in the U.S. Navy and as a Sergeant in the New York City Police Department, where he lost his life in the line of duty. In later years, Brian, an avid genealogist, revived the memory of his grandfather by researching the details of his military service and the accident that resulted in his tragic death. Brian is survived by Pam, his wife of 51 years, originally from Greensburg, PA; children Suzanne, of San Carlos, CA; John, of Alexandria, VA; and Tom, of Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren Jimmy, Ben, Dava, and Mairin; and siblings Neil, of New York City; Bobby, of Wallingford, PA; Mary Jane, of Middle Haddam, CT; Margaret Ann, of Tolland, MA; and Barry, of Halifax, Nova Scotia. His eldest brother, Donald, died in 1994. I am very proud of a long-time friend of Brian's brother, Barry. My deepest sympathies go out to Barry, his entire family, and to all whose lives were touched by Brian.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today in remembrance of the Khojaly Massacre, and to honor the victims of this horrendous act. The appalling massacre perpetrated on the innocent people of Khojaly in February 1992 is no less shocking 28 years later. One of the worst atrocities ever committed in the South Caucasus, justice has still not been delivered and 150 civilians are still missing. As we demand respect for human rights and democratic accountability within the international community, it is important that we continue to remember what happened in Khojaly and bring those responsible to account.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of John ``Jack'' T. Murphy of Youngstown, Ohio, who passed away peacefully on February 20, 2020. John was born on December 17, 1931 in Youngstown as the son of Irish immigrants, Bridget Durkin Murphy and Michael Murphy. He married Joanne Mondora on September 13, 1958, who passed away on May 18, 2012. Together, John and Joanne raised seven children and taught them all, by their own example, how to cherish their family, their heritage, their faith and their hometown. John graduated from South High School in Youngstown in 1950. Upon his graduation from high school, he joined the U.S. Air Force and proudly served his country in the Korean War. After his military service, John performed in plays at the Youngstown Playhouse and then headed ``out west'' to pursue an acting career. He was cast in numerous roles in many performances in North Dakota, but he ultimately chose to return to his family and his beloved Youngstown. Upon his return, John earned his bachelor's degree from Youngstown State University, and subsequently earned his master's degree from the University of Akron. John spent his professional career working for the Youngstown City Schools as an Art teacher, Principal and as a Truant Officer, retiring in 1993. Also, during his professional life, he was a Mill Creek Park policeman and proudly served as the 7th Ward Councilman in the City of Youngstown from 1976 to 1981. He also served as a board member on the Mahoning County Children Services Board. As a proud veteran, John was a member of the American Legion for over fifty years. John had immense pride in both his Irish and Catholic heritage. He was a member of the Knights of Columbus and St. Dominic's Catholic Church and regularly attended mass at St. Charles Borromeo Church. John's hobbies included fly fishing, wood carving, drawing and watching plays and movies. In addition, after sending all seven of his children to Cardinal Mooney High School, he became an unwavering fan. John also took great pride in the fact that his seven children all graduated from Youngstown State University and would always support its sporting events, even attending several of the National Championship games. His love of Notre Dame football was unmatched. Every Saturday during every Fall, John would be glued to the television watching his beloved team and made sure to never miss a game. He also traveled to South Bend whenever he had the opportunity. If he happened to be at an event during game time, John could be found with his earphones listening to the game and ready to share the status of the game and the score. Above all else, though, the most important thing to John was his family. He was at his happiest when he was attending his grandchildren's sporting events and activities. He was so proud of all of his children and grandchildren, and he found absolute joy in every moment spent with them. John especially loved to spend every New Year's Eve with his family, when he would ``drop'' his silver disco ball for them as they all counted down the last ten seconds to every new year. John leaves to cherish his memory, his sister, Marie Murphy; sister- in-law and brother-in law, Adele and George Economus; children, Bridget (Chris) Weber, Joanie Murphy, John (Linda) Murphy, Jenn (Mike) Ritter, Mollie Kay, Liz (Dave) Phillips and Dan (Leslie) Murphy; grandchildren, Jackie, Joe and Jake Weber, John Murphy, Lynnie, Anthony and Daniel Ritter, Pat, Carolyn and Matthew Kay, Michael, Mark and Jack Phillips and Luke, Janine and Cara Murphy; his nephew, Dennis Gruber, who was like a brother to him and numerous other nieces and nephews, known to them as ``Uncle Jack.'' John was preceded in death by his parents; his siblings, Kate Murphy, Jim Murphy, Elizabeth Murphy, Hannah Murphy, Peg Tabor, Rita Crawford, Betty Murphy, Daniel Murphy and Theresa Bartelmay and his beloved wife, Joanne. Mr. Murphy was a long-time Democratic activist, and supporter of mine. He was a great public servant and advocate for the Mahoning Valley. My deepest condolences go out to the family and to all whose lives were touched by John.

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Mr. RYAN. Mr. Chair, I rise today to strongly support the passage of H.R. 2474, the Protecting the Right to Organize Act, and oppose any motion to Recommit or amendment that will weaken this very important piece of legislation. In a letter to Members of Congress, Robert Martinez, Jr., the President of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers writes: ``American workers approve of unions according to a Gallop poll conducted last year, and if they had the opportunity, they would choose to have labor representation. However, the right to freely form a union without the threat of company intimidation or interference is denied to workers today. The PRO act expands the enforcement powers of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and strengthens protections for employees that engage in collective action. The bill would level the playing field by prohibiting employers from requiring their employees to attend ``captive audience'' meetings whose sole purpose is to convince workers to vote against the union. In addition to imposing financial penalties on employers and individual corporate offices who violate the law, the bill would give workers the option of bringing their case to federal court. The PRO Act is a crucially bold piece of legislation that modernizes federal laws and establishes a process for mediation and arbitration to help the parties achieve a first contract. It protects workers' rights to organize a union and bargain for higher wages and better benefits. Finally, the PRO Act would eliminate state right to work laws. These laws are simply designed to give more power to corporations at the expense of workers and have had the effects of lowering wages and eroding pensions and healthcare coverage in states where they have been adopted. For all the above reasons, I respectfully urge you to support the PRO Act and vote ``Yes'' when this long overdue legislation is considered.'' Labor unions are the backbone of our economy. They have played a vital role in securing worker protections by allowing workers to collectively bargain for better wages and work environments. We must ensure the rights of workers are protected, which I why I strongly urge my colleagues on both sides of a isle to votes yes and pass the PRO Act. I include in the Record a copy of Mr. Martinez's letter. International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, Upper Marlboro, MD, January 30, 2020. Dear Representative: On behalf of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers, I strongly urge you to support the swift passage of the Protecting the Right to Organize (``PRO'') Act (H.R. 2474) and oppose any Motion to Recommit or amendments that will weaken this very important legislation. American workers approve of unions according to a Gallop poll conducted last year, and if they had the opportunity, they would choose to have labor representation. However, the right to freely form a union without the threat of company intimidation or interference is denied to workers today. The PRO Act expands the enforcement powers of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) and strengthens protections for employees that engage in collective action. The bill would level the playing field by prohibiting employers from requiring their employees to attend ``captive audience'' meetings whose sole purpose is to convince workers to vote against the union. In addition to imposing financial penalties on employers and individual corporate offices who violate the law, the bill would give workers the option of bringing their case to federal court. The PRO Act is a crucially bold piece of legislation that modernizes federal laws and establishes a process for mediation and arbitration to help the parties achieve a first contract. It protects workers' right to organize a union and bargain for higher wages and better benefits. Finally, the PRO Act would eliminate state right to work laws. These laws are simply designed to give more power to corporations at the expense of workers, and have had the effect of lowering wages and eroding pensions and health care coverage in states where they have been adopted. For all the above these reasons, I respectfully urge you to support the PRO Act and vote ``YES'' when this long overdue legislation is considered. For more information, please contact Hasan Solomon. Thank you, Robert Martinez, Jr., International President

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Daniel F. Sciury, 81, who passed away on Friday, December 13, 2019. Daniel was the face of the labor movement in Stark County, having been president of the Hall of Fame Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, since 1984. Mr. Sciury was born in 1938 to William and Stella Sciury. His father, William, arrived in the United States from Italy in 1910 as a teenager, and worked for 40 years as a roller grinder for Timken Roller Bearing Co. Daniel followed his father's legacy and held union leadership for more than 50 years. Daniel was elected president of United Steelworkers Local 5260, representing workers at the now-closed Weber Dental Mfg., in 1967. He was a member of the American Federation of Musicians Local 111 and the Communication Workers of America and helped the Canton Ex-Newsboys Association charity raise money to buy needy children winter coats and clothing. In addition to fighting for the rights of workers, he also bravely served his country in Korea. Mr. Sciury is survived by his children Daniel (Tracy) Sciury, Melissa (Scott) Baker, Krystina Sciury, four grandchildren; Frank and Vinny Sciury, Vivian and Margo Baker, sisters Isabel ``Jeanne'' Johnson, Rita (John) Prose, numerous nieces and nephews, and many friends. Daniel was a strong voice in advocating for the rights of working people and I was very proud to have stood by his side. Daniel's leadership was respected by both Republicans and Democrats and his reputation went well beyond Stark County. Daniel's voice will certainly be missed. My deepest condolences go out to all whose lives were touched by Daniel.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise in support of H.R. 1865, in particular, division E, the fiscal year 2020 Legislative Branch appropriations. My thanks go to full committee Chairwoman Lowey and her ranking member, Kay Granger, for putting this entire bill together, not just this subcommittee. This has been an amazing process. I want to thank my minority counterpart, Representative Herrera Beutler, and all who have guided and supported this bill through. I am pleased to announce there is a $213 million increase to the Legislative Branch appropriations bill, 4.4 percent above fiscal year 2019. This bill gives Members and committees the funding needed to improve their constituent services and legislative oversight responsibilities. With this bill, we have been able to increase our Members' representational allowance, support committee budgets, and restore funding shortfalls in the account that pays House health and retirement benefits. The bill will allow an increase in intern allowances, from $20,000 to $25,000 per Member office, so that a more diverse group can apply without worrying about the financial burden of working for free. The bill continues to fund the Wounded Warrior Program, as well as the new congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program. We have provided first-year funding for both the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Office of the Whistleblower Ombudsman so that Congress has the tools to encourage greater staff diversity and to effectively handle whistleblower complaints. It also includes sufficient funding to extend the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress. The bill increases funding for our important support and oversight agencies: the CBO, the GAO, the GPO, and the Capitol Police. Members will be pleased to learn that our bill provides another $10 million for the Library of Congress visitor experience, for a project total of $20 million. I am pleased that the bill includes a provision that permits an increase in the pay levels of senior congressional staff. I would also like to just make a comment or two on the broader bill. I think Speaker Pelosi said this earlier in the day, and I know Chairwoman Lowey said it earlier in the day and in the last few days. This appropriations bill, while it lacks things like the Butch Lewis Act, where we need to take care of pensions for some of our workers out in the country, this bill is about the future. There are investments in here in social and emotional learning, healthy food, the Department of Energy, and creating an energy incubator fund so that we can win the economy in the future around new forms of energy. This bill has money in it for new auto companies, $5 million for the Advanced Technology Vehicle Manufacturing loan program, which will allow facilities like the one in Lordstown, Ohio, to refurbish itself to move into the future. This is a good bill, and I encourage people to vote for this bill. This bill will help America win the future. Madam Speaker, I am pleased to rise in support of H.R. 1865--in particular, Division E, Fiscal Year 2020 Legislative Branch Appropriations. My thanks to full Committee Chairwoman Lowey, her ranking Member Kay Granger, and my minority counterpart Rep. Herrera Beutler. They have all guided and supported me in my first year taking the helm of the Legislative Branch appropriations subcommittee. I'd also like to give a nod to our staff on both sides for their hard work--Faye Cobb, Sue Quantius, and Jenny Holmes. I'm pleased that we have the resources to start on the path to strengthening Congressional operations. Funding in the bill totals $5.049 billion--$213 million or 4.4 percent above fiscal year 2019. The bill gives Members and Committees the funding needed to improve their constituent services and legislative oversight responsibilities. With this bill, we have been able to increase the Members Representational Allowance, support Committee budgets, and restore funding shortfalls in the account that pays House health and retirement benefits. Intern allowances will increase from $20,000 to $25,000 per Member office so that a more diverse group can apply without worrying about the financial burden of working for free. The bill continues to fund the Wounded Warrior Program as well as the new Congressional Gold Star Family Fellowship Program, which was established this fall. We have provided first-year funding for both the Office of Diversity and Inclusion and the Office of Whistleblower Ombudsman so that Congress has the tools to encourage greater staff diversity and to effectively handle whistleblower complaints. The bill also includes sufficient funding to extend the Select Committee on the Modernization of Congress. We look forward to the implementation of their recommendations. The bill increases funding for our important support and oversight agencies--CBO, GAO, GPO and the Capitol Police. Members will be pleased to learn that our bill provides another $10 million for the Library of Congress Visitors Experience project for a total of $20 million provided to date. Once developed, the project will result in better displays of many of the treasures in the Library's collection, clearer communication of the Library's mission, and more activities targeted to children and youth. Finally, I'm pleased that the bill includes a provision that permits an increase in the pay levels of senior congressional staff. We will be able to slightly increase the salaries of our most experienced, senior staff. A higher rate will make the House more competitive to recruit highly skilled employees. Our bill begins the journey to making Congress more effective. I hope you will join me in voting for HR. 1865. Before concluding, I would like to acknowledge with regret the retirement of David Reich, the staff director of the Appropriations Legislative Branch subcommittee. David has a storied history in the budget and appropriations world, having served here for decades and for two masters of that trade--Rep. Martin Sabo and Rep. David Obey. He headed the staff of multiple appropriations subcommittees--Labor, HHS; Financial Services; and Leg Branch. He also kept a steady hand on the rudder in the full committee as committee counsel. In what could be partisan posts, David has won praise and admiration from both sides of the aisle. Besides being skilled in parliamentary and committee procedure, generous, patient, and self-effacing to a fault, David was always known for having the quick yet correct answer to any complex or arcane budget question thrown his way. David retired from Appropriations once, but was persuaded to return to be Chairwoman Lowey's staff for the Joint Select Committee on Budget and Appropriations Process Reform. Following that endeavor, he agreed to stay on for a time to be sure that my subcommittee got off to a steady start. We knew we were on borrowed time with him and that he was anxious to get back to his outside pursuits. David left in August and we are truly sorry to have lost him. Our best regards to him and his family as he continues his post-congressional life.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Dolores Preksta Shorokey-Brunetti, 84, who passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 30, 2019, at her home with her family by her side. Dolores, who was known to all as ``Dee,'' was born August 28, 1935, in Cadogan, PA, a daughter of the late John and Sadie Wolsonovich Preksta, and came to the Mahoning Valley with her family as a child. Dee was a registered nurse for more than 40 years. She graduated from The Rayen School, where she was a majorette, and earned a degree in Nursing from the Youngstown Hospital Association School of Nursing. Early in her career, she worked at the Stuttgart Army Hospital in Germany, and she later worked at Northside Hospital in Youngstown for many years, where she was instrumental in the formation of the Nurses Union. Dee retired from nursing in 2000. She was a member of St. Anne Ukrainian Catholic Church in Austintown, where she proudly volunteered. Dolores enjoyed cooking, golfing, gardening, and attending garage sales. She was also known to enjoy casinos and vacationing with her family to Nags Head, North Carolina, which she did as recently as August of 2019. Dee loved her family and lived her life for her children. Compassionate and caring, she also used her skills to serve as a caregiver to elderly friends. Dee is survived by four children, Debbie Aloia (Christina Lyons), with whom she shared her home for the past year, Joe (Jane) Shorokey of Boardman, Christine Shorokey of New Jersey, and Laurie (Brett) Stare of Austintown; six grandchildren, Matt Price (Liz Montelongo), Nikki (Daniel) Maloney, Holly Kowal (Jason Poe), Sara Shorokey, Mimi Shorokey, and Josie Shorokey; a great-granddaughter, Aria; a sister, Patricia Gergel of Youngstown; two brothers, John Preksta of Detroit and Ronald Preksta of Chicago; several nieces and nephews; and her canine companion, Donya. Her second husband, Joseph ``Peno'' Brunetti, passed away February 3, 2014. My staff and I have been blessed to work closely on addiction and behavioral issues with Dee's son, Joe, who is the CEO of Alta Behavioral Health in Youngstown. I have no doubt that Joe got his passion for care from his mother. My deepest condolences to all whose lives were touched by Dee.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Alan ``Big Al'' Wolf, originally of Malden, Massachusetts, who passed away on October 26, 2019 at the age of 86. Big Al's family would describe him as a simple man--not in a small way, but in a grand way. He was soft spoken, but you always heard him clearly. He said few words, but he always got his point across. Alan grew up in the Boston suburb of Malden, son to Joseph and Florence, and brother to his sister Barbara. The family had a house right on the beach near an amusement park and boardwalk. It was here where his family shared so many weekends, events, and summer barbecues. Alan worked in the family business at Wolf Syrup Corp. His family always took so much pride knowing their Dad's syrup was in the soda fountains at the local lunch counters and pharmacies they went to around Boston. Big Al was never a materialistic guy and only cared about a few things. He always had to drive a nice car--never flashy, but classy. His kids say he would brag about the Cadillac convertible that he drove around when he first started dating his wife, Dolly. He was similarly forever sharply dressed and always had to wear a nice tie, shoes buffed, and pocket square peeking out. The love Al had for his wife, Dolly, was indescribable. Dolly was his soulmate and their 66 years together was as Dolly would say, ``an experience of love and life.'' From the day they met when she was 15 years old, there was no one else for him. It is truly amazing how much he loved her. In his eyes she was the most beautiful woman in the world and he never stopped thinking that until the day he died. Coaching was a big thing for Al. He loved teaching the fundamentals of baseball and football and instilling a winning attitude. One thing that separated Al as a coach and person was that he would always look after the more disadvantaged kids. He felt that he could make a difference. Big Al loved his children and grandchildren. Alan, or Pappy as he was fondly called, was also known to give a few dollars each time he saw his grandchildren. His grandkids always knew that they had a friend and fan in Pappy Alan--and that he was always ready to offer a knuckle sandwich. Alan had many loves and many opinions, but above all, he loved his family. I am very blessed to be a great friend of his son, Robert. My deep condolences go out to Alan's family and to everyone whose lives he touched. We'll miss Alan.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Sharon Enoch-Hester, of Harrisburg, PA, who passed away on November 10, 2019 at the age of 63. Sharon is the daughter of Ernestine Enoch and Vincent Wilson and was employed as a teacher in the Harrisburg School District in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. She was a member of Zeta Phi Beta and a graduate of Shippensburg University. Sharon obtained her Master's Degree from the University of Scranton and participated in the Doctorate Program at the University of Pennsylvania. Sharon is survived by her husband, the beloved Samuel Hester, by her mother Ernestine, her children Aaron and Michael Hester, a brother Warren Enoch, and her aunt Mary Louise Graves. Also, she is survived by a host of nieces, nephews, and friends. I am very blessed to have gotten to know Sharon's husband, Sam, who works in the Member's Gym. I am so sorry for this painful loss, and I hope he feels the support and love that we are sending him during this time. Sharon will certainly be missed by all whose lives she touched.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Edward Callion, Jr., 96, who passed away on November 3, 2019. Mr. Callion was a lifelong resident of my district and owned and operated Callion's Construction Company for 50 years before retiring in 2004. He attended Warren G. Harding High School and went on to attend Youngstown College, Sharon Brick Laying School, and A.T.E.S. School of Drafting. Mr. Callion was also a member of the Community Church of God in Christ and was inducted in the Africa American Achievers Hall of Fame. In his free time Mr. Callion enjoyed boxing, traveling, and watching sports. Mr. Callion served our country during World War II as a Technician 4th Grade, from the 3420th Quartermaster Trucking Company. While serving proudly in both Normandy, France and Central Europe, he received the Victory Medal, Good Conduct Medal, American Theatre Service Medal, and EAME Service Medal. In addition to these honors, Mr. Callion also received 5 Bronze stars for his service. He is survived by a full and loving family including his sons, Edward and Timothy Callion; his daughter, Mrs. Edith Lindsay; his sisters, Ms. Gladys Davenport and Ms. Leola Maxine Morgan Frazier, and 3 step-children, 7 grandchildren, and 12 great grandchildren. I admire his dedication to his work and his commitment to family, and I am proud to have had Mr. Callion as a member of my district. My deepest condolences go out to the Callion family, and all whose lives were touched by Edward. He will live on in the hearts and minds of all that knew him.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Maj. Carl A. Nunziato, for his continued work to assure veterans in the Youngstown area have access to the treatment they deserve. Maj. Carl A. Nunziato proudly served his country during two tours in Vietnam. During his first volunteer tour he served as a senior lieutenant commander of door gunners over 300 men located in seven locations throughout Vietnam; Nunziato also secured air bases and camp perimeters during this first tour as an intelligence officer and commander. Nunziato went on to serve as an artillery battery commander with the 25th Division and then returned to Vietnam to assist infantry in Ku-Chi. In 1966, during his second tour, he fought in Operation Adelborough, but near the completion of this operation he was struck by a mortar which resulted in the amputation of both his legs and a 23- month stay at the Walter Reed Hospital in recovery. Nevertheless, Maj. Nunziato did not allow this event to derail his life. Returning home a hero, he chose to pursue an education and graduated from Case Western Reserve University's School of Law in 1971. He went on to work in law and served nearly 30 years in the banking industry. As a result of his injuries, Maj. Nunziato became an advocate for veterans with disabilities. His efforts to assure that all veterans received adequate care in the Youngstown Area helped lead to the establishment of the Veterans Outpatient Clinic on Youngstown's North Side in the early 1990s. This clinic now serves about 45,000 veterans annually, and to this day Nunziato continues to work tirelessly. The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced the construction of a new, larger, 35,000-square-foot clinic near the old clinic. In May 2018, the Veterans Resource Center on Wick Avenue in Youngstown was renamed in his honor and he also helped to establish the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Youngstown's Central Square which commemorates the 104 Mahoning County soldiers who lost theirs lives during the war. I am proud that Maj. Nunziato is a constituent of my district. The work he has done has been invaluable to our community and he has contributed an immense amount to the people of Youngstown through his service in both military and in the community. I thank Maj. Nunziato for his service to our community and wish him the best of luck in his future efforts to assure the veterans and residents of Youngstown with disabilities receive the attention they deserve.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, on June 18, 2019, I was unable to attend the vote on the Lesko Amendment to the House Appropriations Package. Had I been present for the vote, I would have voted NO on this vote (Roll Call No. 324).

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Anna Marie Teodosio who peacefully entered into eternal life on October 16, 2019 while surrounded by her loving family. Anna was born to Mary and Giuseppe Tiano on February 5, 1928 in Derby, Connecticut. She grew up in Derby along with two sisters and eight brothers and attended Derby High School. Anna eventually met the love of her life, Alexander ``Al'' Teodosio, at a local dance celebrating the end of World War II. After a long courtship, Al and Anna were married on August 19, 1950 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Derby, Connecticut. Shortly after their marriage, they moved to Brooklyn, New York and eventually Akron, Ohio, where they began their family. Their love grew and flourished throughout an adventurous sixty-five year marriage. Anna was a true inspiration and a beautiful human spirit to all that knew and loved her. Her passions were embracing her faith, spending time with family and friends, reading, playing Scrabble and card games, cooking, and rooting for Notre Dame football. She especially treasured preparing large traditional Italian Sunday afternoon dinners for her ever-growing family. Anna, with her beloved husband Al, raised five loving children: MaryAnne Cort (Bill), Thomas Teodosio (Linda), Carol Anne Peter (Dave), Robert Teodosio (Tina), and Alex Teodosio (Stephanie). She is survived by nine grandchildren, Christine Klaben, Kathleen Klaben (Dave Nulanz), Ellen Karns, Joseph Cort (Melissa), David Cort, Christopher Teodosio (Katherine), Alexandra Teodosio, Nicholas Teodosio and Joseph Teodosio. She is also survived by six great grandchildren, Emily Cort, Clara Cort, Charles Nulanz, Alice Karns, Charlotte Teodosio and Ava Teodosio; and by her beloved brother, William Tiano along with many close friends who knew her to be compassionate and caring through her faith and in her service to others. Anna was preceded in death by her parents; nine siblings; son, Alan; and granddaughter, Andrea Teodosio. I am very proud to be a friend of Anna's son, Judge Thomas Teodosio, and her daughter-in-law, Judge Linda Tucci Teodosio. Anna touched many lives, and I extend my deepest sympathies to all who knew and loved her. She will be greatly missed.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate Judge Joseph Giulitto, who has been named the 2019 Circle of Caring Honoree by the Hattie Larlham Foundation. Each year, Hattie Larlham honors an individual for their long-time support of and commitment to the Hattie Larlham Foundation and to the community. Judge Giulitto was born in Bitritto, Bari, Italy and arrived in the United States at the age of 11. This was the beginning of his impactful legacy as a proud Portage County resident. He is a graduate of Ravenna High School and Kent State University, graduating cum laude in 1958. He graduated with an L.L.B. from Case Western Reserve School of Law in 1961. He was admitted to the Ohio Bar in May 1961 and opened his private law practice in Ravenna in July of that same year. For nearly a decade, Judge Giulitto served as Prosecutor and Law Director for the City of Kent. In 2005, Judge Giulitto was elected Judge of the Portage County Court of Common Pleas Domestic Relations Division. He retired on January 1, 2011 but continues to serve as a Visiting Judge by appointment by the Ohio Supreme Court. Judge Giulitto holds a lengthy record in civic involvement, which includes past or present membership in: the Ravenna Jaycees, Ravenna Rotary, the Board of Directors for First Federal Savings and Loan in Kent, Ohio, the Board of Trustees of Robinson Memorial Hospital Board of Trustees, the University Hospitals Portage Medical Center Foundation Board of Trustees, the Portage County Bar Association (President, 1997- 98), the Ohio State Bar Association and the Ravenna Elks. In 2012, Judge Giulitto was awarded the Norm Sandvoss Memorial Humanitarian Award by the Portage County Bar Association for his dedication to the standards of the practice of law, and his integrity and commitment to helping others in his community. Judge Giulitto also previously served as a Board Member and Legal Counsel for Hattie Larlham. Judge Giulitto was a founding member of the Sugar Bush Golf Classic, which began in 1986 as a fundraiser for the Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities in Mantua. Since its inception, the Sugar Bush Golf Classic has raised over $1,000,000 for Hattie Larlham. Over the years, the money raised has funded the Hattie Larlham Center for Children with Disabilities renovations, a toy tech library, a sensory playground and nature walk, an education center, a pediatric ventilator program and Hattie's Creative Arts. It gives me great pleasure that Judge Giulitto is being honored by Hattie Larlham for his dedication and service to our community. His service and philanthropy are truly unmatched, and I thank him for all he has done. Portage County, and our region, owe Judge Giulitto an enormous debt and our eternal gratitude.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Walter E. Good of Boardman, Ohio, who passed away on Thursday, September 26, 2019, at the age of 80. Walter will always be remembered as a caring, loyal and faithful man that stood by the principles of duty, honor and country. He was born October 9, 1938, in Youngstown, the son of Walter P. and Marguerite (Clark) Good and was a lifelong area resident. Walter was proud to have grown up on the east side, where he graduated from East High School. He then continued his education at Youngstown State University, where he earned his two bachelor's degrees in Mathematics and Engineering, and his master's degree in Business Administration. With his love for education, Walter taught part-time at Youngstown State University. He was a proud United States Army veteran, who served during the Vietnam Era. For his service to our country, Walter received the Good Conduct Medal, the Marksman Badge and received an Honorable Discharge on June 6, 1963. Walter celebrated his career as an industrial engineer in the steel industry, ultimately retiring from the United States Postal Service. He was a member of the Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, its Vestibule Club, and was a lector for Sunday mass. He also belonged to the Penguin Club, the Theta Chi Fraternity and the Smoky Hollow Golden Eagle Club. Upon his retirement, Walter took great pride in maintaining the Smoky Hollow Memorial. Walter had many passions in his life. He enjoyed reading history books and tailgating prior to the YSU football games. He had a true passion for sporting events, especially for Ursuline High School and Youngstown State University. Walter was so proud of his family, especially his grandchildren, and always put them at the center of his life. Walter leaves behind his high school sweetheart and wife of over 57 years, the former Dolores Lariccia, whom he married June 9, 1962; two children, Walter Michael (Tracy) Good of Boardman and Nannette (Terry) Jacobs of Youngstown; five grandchildren, whom he adored, Christine, Michael and Riley Good, and Caila and Alexis Jacobs; and a sister, Sr. Brigid (Jeraldine Good) of the Poor Clares Monastery, Rockford, Illinois. All of whom will continue Walter's legacy of kindness, generosity, and unconditional love. I am honored to be a long-time friend of Mr. Good's son, Walt, who undoubtably inherited his passion for our community from his father. Our Valley certainly owes both father and son a great debt for their service to the community. My condolences go out to anyone whose life was touched by Walter.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor my friend, Ian Patrick Schwarber, who passed away on September 17, 2019. Ian was a loving husband, son, brother, uncle, and friend who devoted his life to creating a vibrant and prosperous community for the next generation. Ian was born on October 31, 1980, in Akron, Ohio to Donald and Patricia Schwarber. Ian attended St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Primary School and graduated from Archbishop Hoban High School. During his time at Hoban, Ian was a multi-sport athlete, lettering in both football and baseball. Ian was involved in a severe accident that damaged his leg and left him bedridden for nearly a year. Ian's strong faith and his perseverance--two of his most defining characteristics--brought him through this time and would ultimately guide the course of his life. Upon graduation from Hoban, Ian left Akron to attend the University of Charleston where his passion for music and songwriting manifested itself into his band Blue Flashing Light. Along with his brother, Joshua, and his bandmates, Ian shared his talent and gifts with the world. Ian would later return to his hometown to finish college and earn his master's degree in Applied Politics from the University of Akron. Anyone who knew Ian recognized his brilliant light and his unwavering commitment to serving others. Whether it was his involvement with community nonprofit organizations like Project Learn Summit County and the Autism Society of Greater Akron, or to broader issues like expanding STEM opportunities to underserved youth and entrepreneurship, Ian gave one thousand percent of his time, energy, and talent. Ian is most known for his entrepreneurial and innovative spirit that drove him into his next venture as the co-founder of the University of Akron's EXL Center, an initiative designed to help students emerge as civically-engaged, adaptable leaders, ready to join in the enterprise of building strong and sustainable communities. After launching the EXL center, Ian transitioned into the IT landscape, becoming the Chief Strategy Officer and a co-owner of DriveIT, a Tech-centric adult training center. Ian would later become Executive Vice President and Chief Strategy Officer at Akron-based IT services company CenterLink Technologies. Aside from his professional contributions, Ian was most proud of the family he created with his wife, Mackenzie Justice. Their children, Mary Justice and Jack, were the most precious gifts in his life. Madam Speaker, Ian Schwarber was a true son of Akron. He was relentless in the promotion of any effort to amplify Akron and was a wellspring of ideas to move the community forward. Ian was willing to work with anyone to see a dream grow wings and take flight. May we all redouble our own efforts to love and serve others the way Ian so generously did during his life.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Karen Williams Connelly, 68, of Niles, Ohio, who passed away peacefully at home, Thursday Sept. 5, 2019, surrounded by family after a long illness. Karen was born April 7, 1951, in Warren, the daughter of her proud parents, Tom and Luella Knai Williams. After graduating from Niles McKinley in 1969, Karen attended the Ohio State University and eventually graduated from Youngstown State University. Karen earned a bachelor's degree in social work and later a master's degree in counseling. Karen worked in the mental health field in the Mahoning Valley until her retirement, helping hundreds of people with mental illnesses. She loved her work and her love for people could be seen in all aspects of her life. On Nov. 29, 1980, she married the love of her life, Tom Connelly, and together they made a life in Niles. Karen loved to laugh and enjoyed hosting parties, picnics and events in her home. Christmas Eve and Memorial Day were her favorite events and her parties became traditions among family and friends. Karen loved to cook and bake and was constantly trying new recipes. She will be dearly missed by her devoted husband, Thomas R. Connelly; her loving children, Thomas and Laura Connelly and Megan and Brian Gibson; her grandchildren, Lucy Gibson, Max Gibson and Lily Jones; a sister, Patty Williams; a brother Bryan (Lisa) Williams; and many nieces, nephews and friends. Karen was preceded in death by her parents, Tom and Luella Williams. The family would like to extend their heartfelt gratitude to Karen's physician, Dr. Zul Mangalji, and the nurses at Trumbull Memorial Hospital for their exceptional care and compassion during her illness. I am very blessed to have worked with and befriended Karen's husband, Tom, who was the president of AFSCME Local 2026, which represents hundreds of nurses at Trumbull Regional Medical Center. Karen will most certainly be missed by all the lives she touched.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Rose Mary Cicero Hanshaw, who passed away surrounded by her loving family on August 11, 2019, at the age of 81. Born Aug. 12, 1937, in Warren, Rose was the daughter of Nicholas and Carmella Nardo Cicero. As a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, Rose's family meant everything to her. She was a licensed beautician for many years, working for Helen Accordino's Beauty Salon. She later worked as a cook at her cousin's and godfather's grocery store: Cicero's Market in Niles. During those years, she built lifelong friendships with many of her co-workers and customers. Engaging her Italian heritage, Rose enjoyed baking, cooking and Sunday macaroni dinners with her entire family. She always looked forward to family celebrations for birthdays and holidays. She loved yardwork as well as working in her flower beds. She was a graduate of Niles McKinley High School, Class of 1956, and was a lifelong member of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Parish in Niles. In her younger years, she was active at working the parish festival in the sausage booth as well as being a part of the ladies auxiliary group who cleaned the Church before the celebrations of Christmas and Easter and special events. On June 13, 1959, Rose married the love of her life, Marvin Hanshaw, who died June 4, 2018, and during their 58 years together, they enjoyed the love and joy that family brought to them. She will be deeply missed by three sons, Deacon Michael Hanshaw and his wife, Stacey, of Liberty, David Hanshaw of Lordstown and Frank Hanshaw and his wife, Jessica, of Howland. Her grandchildren brought much joy and pride into Nana's life, as she was affectionately known as, and she delighted in sharing in all of the significant moments of their lives from school sporting events to high school graduations. They include Nick Hanshaw, Kyle Hanshaw, Chance (Jaclyn) Hanshaw, Melissa Hanshaw, Arianna Hanshaw and Nathaniel Hanshaw. Great-grandchildren include Bentley Edward Lane, Madalynne Rose Hanshaw and Braelynn Rae Meely. Rose is also survived by one brother, Carmen Cicero of Garden Grove, California. My wife Andrea and I are blessed to be long-time friends of her son, Mike, who is the deacon at my childhood church. I give my deepest condolences to Rose's family. She will certainly be missed.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of former Youngstown, Ohio mayor, the Honorable Patrick Joseph Ungaro, who passed away peacefully at his home with his family at his side, on Saturday, August 17, 2019. Patrick was born March 3, 1941, in Youngstown, to Victor and Mary (Mast) Ungaro and grew up in the Smokey Hollow neighborhood of Youngstown. He graduated from The Rayen School in 1959 and attended Youngstown College, where he played football and eventually earned a bachelor's degree in Education. He received his master's degree in Counseling, Administration and Superintendent Certification from Westminster College and served in the U.S. Army during the Berlin Crisis. Pat began his professional career in 1965 as a teacher and school counselor at The Rayen School where he would also coach football and track and field. Pat was eventually named the head football coach at Rayen, leading some of the most successful teams in Rayen history. He then left Rayen and coaching to become the Assistant Principal at South High School until 1984. It was during these years spent in education that Pat had the most pleasure and reward, helping countless kids from Youngstown reach their potential and go on to become productive people. Many of his former students still approach his family crediting his calm, compassionate demeanor, firm discipline and most of all his genuine care for them as people as credit for their success to this day. Pat ran for Youngstown City Council in 1976 at the urging and support of his wife to make a difference in the Third Ward. He was elected and eventually became Council President the following year, serving in that capacity until 1982. In 1983, Pat ran for Mayor of Youngstown, during turbulent times and won the first of five terms, serving as mayor for 14 years. He often credited his win to walking door to door every day during the election in the city; always remembering the number of great people he had the opportunity to meet; people who would help him become elected and who he would eventually serve with humility and integrity. He often said that hard work, perseverance and being honest in your dealing with people will always pay off. This working-class ethos carried him to three additional terms as mayor, where he eventually retired 1997, serving as the longest tenured mayor in the history of the city. Pat attempted retirement unsuccessfully and eventually returned to education, serving as the Assistant Principal at Youngstown City West Elementary in 2001. In 2002, he was approached by Liberty Township to become the Township Administrator, where he served until June of this year. Pat made many friends in Liberty Township and Trumbull County and was always grateful for the opportunity to serve Liberty until his final days. Pat was a loving husband, father and grandfather who cherished his family and enjoyed many fun vacations to Ocean City, Maryland for 40 years. Pat's son, Eric, continues his family's commitment to public service as a township trustee. The Honorable Pat Mayor Ungaro was one of the greatest leaders to ever come out of our community. He began the effort to revitalize Youngstown's downtown, reclaimed Brownfield sites, and was a stand tough opponent of organized crime. He made it a point to meet with me days after I was first elected to Congress. The positive things happening in Youngstown today are because Pat Ungaro had the guts to lead. I join the entire Mahoning Valley in celebrating his life and legacy. He will be missed.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, I want to thank the gentlewoman for yielding. Madam Speaker, it is always a pleasure to be able to come to this floor and join in agreement with the gentleman from Pennsylvania. It does not happen very often, but I am glad we can be here. This is about the working class. I represent a district in northeast Ohio that has high union membership. As the gentleman from Pennsylvania stated a few minutes ago, there are a lot of contract negotiations. They are always happening. And more often than not, over the last 20 or 30 years, the men and women of labor have been forced to negotiate contracts where they didn't get an increase, maybe a 1 percent, 1\1/2\ percent increase, but they were always able to sustain their healthcare. So this is a very important piece of legislation, one I know we have been working on. I want to thank the gentlewoman from Washington State. I want to thank Chairman Neal from the Ways and Means Committee. This has been a long time coming. I hope we can fix this, and I hope it is the first step to us building out a better healthcare system that is more affordable, more accessible, more innovative, and more focused on prevention as we move down road in the next several months.

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Mr. RYAN. Madam Speaker, ``we the people,'' ``a more perfect Union,'' ``the common defense,'' ``general welfare,'' ``common good,'' ``these United States''--the words and phrases of our founding documents were about unity, were about us coming together against the political and economic concentration of power. Division is the enemy in the United States today. We are unraveling before the very eyes of the American people. And I believe that this President, that the White House does not want to talk about the issues facing the American people today. Madam Speaker, 75 percent of the American people are living paycheck to paycheck; seniors are paying $1,000 a month for prescription drugs; students are drowning in student loans.