[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 113 (Friday, July 24, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1939-E1940]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                          EARMARK DECLARATION

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                             HON. JO BONNER

                               of alabama

                    in the house of representatives

                        Thursday, July 23, 2009

  Mr. BONNER. Madam Speaker, I submit the following:
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Elementary and Secondary Education
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Alabama School of Math and Science
  Address of Requesting Entity: 1255 Dauphin St., Mobile, Alabama 36604
  Description of Request: Provide $100,000 for curriculum development 
and training for teachers of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, along 
with upgrades to server and computer networks for the Alabama School of 
Math and Science (ASMS). Approximately, $25,000 (25%) will be used for 
curriculum development and an AP workshop for faculty; $35,000 (35%) 
will be used for computer lab equipment; $34,000 (34%) will be used for 
computer upgrades for faculty and staff; and $6,000 (6%) for server 
upgrades to accommodate new technology. ASMS is Alabama's statewide 
public school for science, technology, engineering, and math, grades 
10-12. ASMS' AP program has been recognized for being in the top ten 
schools in Alabama for AP scores. A school with the mission of science 
and technology education must have adequate technological resources to 
carry out its purpose, and ASMS' computer network is badly outdated and 
in need of replacement. As STEM education continues to be a national 
and regional priority, ASMS is working to educate Alabama's future 
doctors, scientists, manufacturers and engineers.
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Museums and Libraries
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: City of Daphne, Alabama
  Address of Requesting Entity: 1705 Main St., Daphne, AL 36526
  Description of Request: Provide $100,000 to fund improvements to 
library equipment at the Daphne Public Library. Of the requested funds, 
approximately $20,000 (20%) will go to acquisition of fiber optics 
cable; $20,000 (20%) for server equipment upgrades; $25,000 (25%) for 
computer hardware and peripheral equipment; $10,000 (10%) for computer 
software; $10,000 (10%) for instructional computer equipment; $3,500 
(3.5%) for a computer lab printing server; $3,000 (3%) for computer lab 
furnishings; $3,200 (3.2%) for instructional computer materials; and 
$5,300 (5.3%) for other library books and materials. Daphne Library is 
a public library serving a rapidly growing city in one of the fastest 
growing counties in Alabama. Ensuring its citizens have access to 
relevant and effective information and new technology is an important 
part of sustaining the county's growth and ensuring the success and 
stability of the community.
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Museums and Libraries
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Gulf Coast Exploreum Science Center
  Address of Requesting Entity: 65 Government St., Mobile, AL 36602
  Description of Request: Provide $100,000 to fund equipment and 
programs to help teachers teach science and technology curriculum so 
area children may become more interested in science and its related 
industries. Approximately, $35,000 (35%) is to develop and produce 
teacher training modules and science and engineering learning kits that 
address skills development used in the engineering design process; 
$25,000 (25%) for the acquisition of computer technology to implement 
the project; $25,000 (25%) for the acquisition of science and 
engineering learning kits; and $15,000 (15%) to train teachers on the 
fundamentals of the engineering sciences. This request aligns with 
national, statewide and south Alabama priorities for workforce 
development in support of new area industries. Congress and the 
administration have also committed to increasing student interest and 
participation in science and technology education, a need the Exploreum 
directly addresses.
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Health Resources and Services Administration--(HRSA) Health 
Facilities and Services
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Infirmary Health System, Inc.
  Address of Requesting Entity: 5 Mobile Infirmary Circle, Mobile, 
Alabama 36609
  Description of Request: Provide $250,000 to assist with the 
implementation of an Electronic Health Record System through the 
purchase of hardware and software, along with implementation and 
training as a part of phase two of Infirmary Health System's adoption 
of an integrated electronic health records system across four non-
profit acute care hospitals and a network of other facilities. 
Approximately, $75,000 (30%) is for the purchase of computer equipment 
for use by clinicians in direct patient care areas; $50,000 (20%) for 
education and training of physicians and other clinical users; $75,000 
(30%) for software and networking costs associated with the EHR; and 
$50,000 (20%) for implementation assistance from certified clinical or 
software specialists. Electronic Health Records (EHR) improve 
efficiency and reduce costs by eliminating duplicative, and potentially 
dangerous, tests and prescriptions. EHR also helps hospitals manage 
beds and operating rooms more effectively. Transitions to EHR are a 
priority of the Department of Health and Human Services and are a 
necessary component in controlling health care costs while improving 
quality. Infirmary Health System has committed to matching these funds 
fully.
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Health Resources and Services Administration--(HRSA) Health 
Facilities and Services
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: Providence Hospital
  Address of Requesting Entity: 6801 Airport Boulevard, Mobile, AL
  Description of Request: Provide $250,000 to fund components for 
future installation of 2 generators and a 3000 amp ATS including 
conduit to future generator location. Of the funds requested, 
approximately, $22,579 (9%) will be used for a generator to provide 
temporary power; $8,300 (3.3%) for engineering and permit; $6,000 
(2.4%) for concrete pads for equipment support; $120,000 (48%) for 
materials; and $93,121 (37.2%) for labor. This installation will allow 
the hospital to use a temporary generator during major power outages at 
a much reduced cost of installation. The Mobile area has been 
significantly impacted by 14 hurricanes in the last 19 years, 
accompanied by widespread power outages. During these storms and 
others, Providence works with public health agencies to take on 
patients from many other local and regional facilities. Because 
hurricane season coincides with the hottest months of the year, 
reliable air conditioning is necessary for infection prevention, 
disease control, and sufficient ventilation.
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Administration for Children and Families (ACF)--Social 
Services
  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of Alabama
  Address of Requesting Entity: 201 Rose Administration Building, Box 
870117, Tuscaloosa, AL 35487
  Description of Request: Provide $355,000 to expand the University of 
Alabama West Alabama Autism Outreach Center to enhance community 
services, physician outreach, and education programs serving the needs 
of rural and underserved west Alabama families, who are among 30,000 
people struggling with ASD in Alabama. Funds will be used to implement 
community education and outreach programs using personal and 
telemedicine visits. Approximately, $125,000 (35%) will be used for 
early recognition and screening training within community medical 
settings; $175,000 (50%) will be used for community-based intervention 
services in both early intervention and education settings; $55,000 
(15%) will be used to evaluate program effectiveness. This program is 
designed to address a public health crisis in Alabama where autism 
diagnoses are made one and a half years later than in other parts of 
the country and where children receive only 4% of nationally 
recommended early intervention hours.
  Requesting Member: Congressman Jo Bonner
  Bill Number: H.R. 3293
  Account: Health Resources and Services Administration--(HRSA) Health 
Facilities and Services

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  Legal Name of Requesting Entity: University of South Alabama
  Address of Requesting Entity: 1660 Springhill Avenue, Mobile Alabama 
36604
  Description of Request: Provide $2,500,000 for facilities and 
equipment. Of the requested funds, approximately $1,250,000 (50%) will 
be used by the Mitchell Cancer Institute (MCI) to purchase a triple 
photon linear accelerator, a piece of advanced cancer treatment 
equipment for the MCI, the only research state university-based cancer 
center along the upper Gulf Coast, an area with cancer infection and 
fatality rates higher than the national average. Approximately $892,300 
(35.7%) will be used by the USA National Center for the Study of 
Medical Disaster Response for demolition and renovation of existing 
facilities; $89,230 (3.5%) for architectural and engineering fees; 
$18,470 (.7%) for video projection equipment and associated furniture; 
and $250,000 (10%) to develop and/or purchase best of breed training 
simulators and training videos with the overarching goal of 
establishing a national library for use in training. The University of 
South Alabama, located in Mobile, Alabama, is a public university based 
in the heart of hurricane country, with a wealth of knowledge and 
experience in the field of disaster response. The center provides 
hospital and health personnel in Alabama and the gulf coast region with 
disaster management training. The center equips hospitals, first 
responders, and public safety officials with the necessary information 
and training to prepare for and manage patients and communities' 
critical health and safety needs in the event of a disaster.

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