[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 28 (Wednesday, February 13, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H1529]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      ROCKEFELLER CANCER INSTITUTE

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Arkansas (Mr. Hill) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of 
National Cancer Prevention Month and to highlight the long-term, 
exceptional work of the Winthrop P. Rockefeller Cancer Institute at the 
University of Arkansas in Little Rock.
  The Rockefeller Cancer Institute opened in 1989 and serves as 
Arkansas' only comprehensive cancer treatment and research facility. 
Now in its 30th year, the Rockefeller Cancer Institute is in the 
process of pursuing designation as a National Cancer Institute.
  In 2018, approximately 44 Arkansans a day were diagnosed with some 
form of cancer, and 6,910 Arkansans lost their lives to this terrible 
disease. NCI grant funding would increase Arkansans' access to clinical 
trials and new therapies, expand services for patients, and create more 
healthcare jobs in central Arkansas.
  With 70 NCI-designated cancer centers across the country, not one is 
in Arkansas, and therefore, this is a vitally important mission.
  I applaud the Rockefeller Institute's objective.


                        Recognizing Bill Holmes

  Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my 
friend, Bill Holmes, who passed away peacefully late last year. He left 
an indelible impact on the Arkansas business community.
  Bill dedicated over four decades of his life to financial services, 
community banking, and government policy, most recently as CEO of the 
Arkansas Bankers Association. I was fortunate to work with him 
throughout my business career in Arkansas.
  Among his friends, Bill was known for his quick wit, mischievous 
smile, and ability to connect with others. Bill's contributions to our 
State and our community banks will not be forgotten. I join all 
Arkansans in recognizing Bill for his remarkable career and his life 
well-lived.
  I extend my respect, affection, and prayers to his wife, Rita, and 
their family and friends.


                    Recognizing Sybil Jordan Hampton

  Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize my 
friend, Sybil Jordan Hampton, who was recently awarded the alumni award 
from the University of Chicago for providing leadership in advancing 
social justice and equity in our society.
  Sybil grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas, and in 1962, in the aftermath 
of the Little Rock Nine integration of Central High in 1957, Sybil 
became the first African American student to complete her entire 
education at Little Rock Central High School.

  She went on to earn her bachelor's degree from Earlham College, a 
master's degree in elementary education from the University of Chicago, 
and a second master's degree and doctorate from Columbia University.
  After working as a higher education administrator and philanthropist, 
Sybil returned to Little Rock to become president of the Winthrop 
Rockefeller Foundation, focusing on building a better Arkansas. She 
continues to be involved in many local community service organizations 
and is a life member of the Girl Scouts of America.
  As a local educator and civic and community leader, Arkansas has been 
an enriched place to live and work due to the outstanding 
accomplishments of Sybil Jordan Hampton.


                         Recognizing Jim Hinkle

  Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 
achievements of Mr. Jim Hinkle, who was inducted into the Arkansas 
Outdoor Hall of Fame last year by the Arkansas Game and Fish 
Commission.
  Born and raised in Mountain View, Arkansas, Jim graduated from the 
University of Central Arkansas before pursuing a lifelong career in 
community service and the outdoors. He served as commissioner of the 
Arkansas Game and Fish Commission before transitioning to 14 years on 
the board of the National Wild Turkey Federation, ultimately serving as 
president of the national chapter.
  Jim's leadership helped lead toward the expansion and improvement of 
habitat throughout the United States, Mexico, and Canada. His service 
to the State of Arkansas and to wildlife and conservation causes will 
not be forgotten, and I join all Arkansans in congratulating Jim on 
this achievement and wish him much continued success.


                 Recognizing Thurman Booth's Retirement

  Mr. HILL of Arkansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the life 
of Thurman Booth. Thurman retired earlier this year after serving more 
than 52 years in wildlife services, most recently as the Arkansas 
director of Wildlife Services for the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
  Thurman's journey began at Louisiana State University. He quickly 
joined the Bureau of Sport Fisheries and Wildlife as a trainee and then 
became assistant State supervisor in the Division of Wildlife Services. 
He served as the Wildlife Services lead in Arkansas since 1968.
  We appreciate his service to conservation and to the Game and Fish 
Commission, and I wish him a great retirement.

                          ____________________