[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 154 (2008), Part 4] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page 5204] [From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]RECOGNIZING THE EFRAIN ANTHONY MARRERO FOUNDATION ______ HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN of california in the house of representatives Thursday, April 3, 2008 Mr. WAXMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize and congratulate the efforts of the Efrain Anthony Marrero Foundation. Over the last three years, the House Oversight Committee has held numerous hearings into the impact of steroid abuse. We've learned of widespread abuse, not just by professional athletes, but by millions of teenage boys and girls, and we've learned of the terrible health impacts of this abuse. We've heard from many experts who are doing the hard work necessary to reduce this epidemic of steroid abuse. And we've heard the tragic personal stories of families that have been affected by this problem. Frank and Brenda Marrero are the parents of Efrain Marrero. Almost four years ago, their son Efrain, a promising high school athlete, committed suicide following steroid abuse. The Marrerros grieved. And they also acted, starting the Efrain Anthony Marrero Foundation to tell their story and to educate teenagers about the dangers of steroid abuse. Representing their foundation, and keeping alive the memory of their son, the Marreros have traveled the country, speaking to parents, teachers, coaches, and teenagers at hundreds of workshops. Their simple message--and the power of their tragic personal story and their ability to persevere--have educated thousands of parents and children about the health impacts of steroid abuse. I want to thank the Marreros for their efforts. The foundation's motto--FAST--Fighting Against Steroids Together--is a reminder of the need for constant vigilance by coaches, teachers, parents, and public officials to solve this public health problem. I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the ongoing work of Frank and Brenda Marrero, and the Efrain Anthony Marrero Foundation, to reduce steroid abuse. ____________________