[Congressional Record Volume 155, Number 131 (Wednesday, September 16, 2009)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E2284-E2285]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            WIND ENERGY RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 2009

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                               speech of

                             HON. PHIL HARE

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, September 9, 2009

  Mr. HARE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong support of H.R. 3165, 
the Wind Energy Research and Development Act of 2009. I commend my 
colleague from New York, Representative Tonko for authoring this 
important legislation which moves our Nation further down the path 
toward energy independence.
  As a representative of west central Illinois, I have the privilege of 
personally witnessing the development of our nation's energy future. 
Various companies, community colleges, counties, cities, and others in 
my congressional district are actively pursuing initiatives to develop 
and produce alternative sources of energy, and educate the new work 
force for this emerging field. In addition to the great work being done 
with biofuels, my district is also home to several wind energy 
projects, which is why I am happy we are considering H.R. 3165 on the 
House floor today.
  As its name implies, the Wind Energy Research and Development Act of 
2009 would provide much-needed funding for the research and development 
of technologies to advance wind turbine design, create better control 
systems and increase production capacity of energy output. The bill 
would also authorize $200 million annually for a new program aimed at 
developing technologies to improve the efficiency of wind turbines 
while reducing production costs.
  Not only does this legislation have the potential to establish a 
vibrant wind energy industry in the United States, but it could also 
lead to the creation of thousands of jobs in the manufacturing and 
engineering of wind turbines, turbine components, and turbine 
maintenance.
  Additionally, this investment in wind energy would address the 
looming energy crisis by capturing and harnessing a naturally produced 
and renewable alternative to fossil fuels. A recent report published by 
the Department of Energy confirmed the technical feasibility of 
producing an estimated 20 percent of America's energy from wind 
turbines by the year 2030. This important legislation would provide the 
funding we need for the development of the technologies to reach this 
goal.
  We have known for decades that the United States must turn to 
renewables and other forms of clean energy to combat climate change, 
achieve energy independence from unstable foreign nations, gain greater 
control over the cost of energy sources, and ensure energy security. 
Representative Tonko's bill would provide our country the tools needed 
to help facilitate this transition.
  The United States is poised to become the worldwide leader in clean 
energy development and production--we have the ingenuity, the will, the 
workers, and the resources. H.R. 3165 would ensure that we lead the 
next breakthrough in clean energy technology.
  Again, I thank my friend from New York and urge my colleagues to join 
me in voting for the Wind Energy Research and Development Act.

               STATEN ISLAND CORPS OF THE SALVATION ARMY

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                        HON. MICHAEL E. McMAHON

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                     Wednesday, September 16, 2009

  Mr. McMAHON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Staten Island 
Corps of the Salvation Army on their 125 years of unyielding service to 
the people of Staten Island. Over their many years they have fed the 
hungry, clothed the cold and supported those in need during disasters.
  Founded in London's East End in 1865 by William Booth in order to 
assist the poor and needy regardless of age, sex, color or creed, they 
now have expanded their services to 119 countries.
  They have continued to live out the same mission for the neediest 
Staten Islanders since their commencement on February 3, 1884. The 
Salvation Army operates two centers on Staten Island and has been able 
to provide vital services from food pantries to after school 
activities, as well as music instruction.

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  During the attacks of September 11, 2001 the Salvation Army was at 
the forefront, working hand in hand with New York's Bravest and Finest, 
in order to bring assistance and relief during our nation's most 
troubling time.
  Even in these tough economic times, they have not given up on their 
services and continue to provide the same stellar opportunities 
regardless of the cost incurred.
  I would like to take the time to give special recognition to the 
honorees of their ``125 Years of Service'' luncheon: Mr. James Devine, 
CEO of the New York Container Terminal; Mr. Richard Salinardi, 
Executive Director of Life Styles for the Disabled; The University of 
Notre Dame Club; and the late Mrs. Rosemary Cappozalo, Staten Island's 
beloved ``Matriarch of the Arts.'' These individuals embody the very 
essence of service that our nation is grateful for.
  Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join me in commending The 
Salvation Army on their dedication to the citizens of Staten Island.

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