over the past decade, we have seen a horrifying increase in terrorist attacks around the world.

I ask my colleagues to join me in wishing continued success to Mr. Joel Sklar and in recognizing him for his outstanding achievements in education and his enduring commitment to the community.

Mr. Sklar leaves us with many lessons learned in leadership, education and wisdom.

I join with the residents of Scarsdale in applauding Mr. Cederbaum's commitment to our community and I am proud to officially recognize this remarkable civic leader for his many years of service.

Today, I would like to recognize a resident of my district who, through nearly three decades of tireless community service, perfectly embodies the spirit of this award.

Mr. Cederbaum's commitment to a successful professional career has always been balanced with an unyielding dedication to voluntarism.

in my home State of New York, the homestead exemption for individuals is just $10,000 while couples are limited to only a $20,000 exemption. Clearly this amount is woefully inadequate when compared to the current high costs of housing…

while I think that H.R. 833 sets a reasonable cap on homestead exemptions at $250,000, I believe it is imperative that the homestead exemption for individuals and couples in New York be raised to sufficiently reflect the prevailing costs…

Clearly this amount is woefully inadequate when compared to the current high costs of housing faced by the residents of New York.

I believe that the effectiveness of this legislation could be improved by adjusting the homestead exemption for bankruptcy filers to more adequately reflect the current costs of housing in the United States.

I believe that H.R. 833 is an important step towards ending the abuse and restoring responsibility to our nation's bankruptcy system.

I believe it is imperative that the homestead exemption for individuals and couples in New York be raised to sufficiently reflect the prevailing costs of housing in New York.

while I believe that H.R. 833 is an important step towards ending the abuse and restoring responsibility to our nation's bankruptcy system, I believe that the effectiveness of this legislation could be improved by adjusting the homestead…

A man of principle, intelligence, and skill, Mr. Harris has helped the Forest Hills Community House grow from a fledgling organization to a pillar of Queens social and community life.

Lew Harris has also been actively involved in a wide range of other important community activities.

We are a better community thanks to Lew Harris' vision and leadership.

Today, the Community House serves some 15,000 people with over 35 programs operating out of 19 locations.