[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 205 (Wednesday, December 13, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H6872-H6873]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CELEBRATING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF DR. ANNE SKLEDER

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Georgia (Mr. Clyde) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CLYDE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of 
Brenau University's 10th president, Dr. Anne Skleder, who tragically 
passed after bravely battling cancer at Emory University Hospital in 
Atlanta.
  Born in Pittsburgh, Anne studied psychology at the University of 
Pittsburgh and later earned her doctoral degree from Temple University. 
Dr. Skleder then incorporated her passion for people and learning into 
a successful career in academia--mentoring, teaching, and serving 
students for years.
  Breaking glass ceilings, Anne went on to become the 10th and 1st 
woman president of Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia. Yet it 
was not the title that she cherished, but rather the opportunity to 
improve the lives and futures of Brenau University students.
  Her leadership extended beyond the campus, as she served on the 
executive committee of the Atlanta Regional Council of Higher Education 
and was a board member for numerous organizations, including the 
Women's College Coalition, National Association of Independent Colleges 
and Universities, and the Greater Hall Chamber of Commerce.
  Our sincere condolences are with Anne's family as they mourn her 
loss. While her leadership and impact on our community will surely be 
missed, we cherish Dr. Skleder's legacy and find comfort in knowing 
that she has found eternal peace with her beloved parents and brother 
in the presence of our Heavenly Father.
  Georgia's Ninth District will always remember the incredible impact 
that Dr. Skleder had on students at Brenau University and on our 
community as a whole.


           Honoring Exceptional Businesses in Lumpkin County

  Mr. CLYDE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the exceptional 
businesses in Lumpkin County. The

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Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce recently held its annual 
State of Economic Development meeting to recognize outstanding 
businesses in our community.
  On behalf of the Ninth District, I would like to honor this year's 
winners.
  Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the Development Authority of Lumpkin 
County's Economic Investment Award recipient, DahloneGO, a successful 
transportation and tour company in north Georgia. This honor is well-
deserved as DahloneGO continues to make incredible investments in the 
Lumpkin County community.
  Additionally, I recognize this year's Corporate Responsibility Award 
recipient, R-Ranch in the Mountains, which creates a positive impact in 
Lumpkin County by offering northeast Georgians and tourists alike 
exceptional experiences through its more than 800 acres of campsites, 
trails, and lodging. Nestled in the beautiful north Georgia mountains, 
R-Ranch brings tremendous value to the community through its unique 
amenities and activities, cultivating economic growth and providing 
memorable adventures for families and outdoor enthusiasts.
  I also congratulate Blue Coolers, the recipient of the Workforce 
Development award. In addition to manufacturing top-notch, durable 
coolers, this thriving company received this exciting honor for its 
impressive initiatives to train and equip individuals with skills and 
knowledge needed to maintain a strong workforce.
  Next, I recognize Satellite Industries, a leading innovator in the 
portable sanitation industry, for receiving the Business of the Year 
Award.
  For over 65 years, Satellite Industries has been advance engineering 
their products, such as portable restrooms and restroom trailers to be 
strong and user-friendly for customers across the country. I 
congratulate Satellite Industries on this outstanding achievement.
  In addition, the city of Dahlonega Downtown Development Authority 
recognized several downtown businesses for their significant impact on 
the community this year.
  These honors include Black Bear Mercantile as Emerging Business; 
Dahlonega Inn on Main for Downtown Investment; The Station, as the 
Local Favorite; and Connie's Ice Cream and Sandwich Shop for Downtown 
Business of the Year.
  I congratulate the Dahlonega-Lumpkin County Chamber of Commerce's 
2023 State of Economic Development award winners.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank each of the recognized businesses for positively 
impacting our community, strengthening the future workforce in north 
Georgia, and fostering economic prosperity in Lumpkin County.


                          Single Subject Rule

  Mr. CLYDE. Mr. Speaker, my colleague, the former majority leader on 
the Democrat side, just reminded us of our single subject rule that our 
Speaker cosponsored back in 2015. That is the current rule of the 
House, and yet my Democrat colleague wants us to violate it by lumping 
in aid for Ukraine, Taiwan, and Israel together with border security in 
one bill. No.

  We have already passed a bill to support Israel. We have already 
passed a border security bill, H.R. 2. Both are languishing in the 
Democrat-controlled Senate. Where was the call for the Senate to stay 
here and do their job? He should have called upon the Senate, as I do 
now. Pass the Israel bill, pass the Secure the Border Act, and give 
both countries a merrier Christmas.

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