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Vol. 162 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2016 No. 56 House of Representatives The House met at 10 a.m. and was services are less efficient than they agencies to root out fraud and waste. It called to order by the Speaker pro tem- could be, and Americans’ personal data will promote the use of systems that pore (Mr. JOLLY). is put at higher risk every year that are secure and prevent cyberattacks. f goes by without critical system up- My bill will also ensure transparency grades. This was the experience for al- by requiring all upgrade projects to DESIGNATION OF SPEAKER PRO most 2 million employees of our Fed- provide regular status updates on a TEMPORE eral Government. publicly available digital dashboard. The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- I am partnering with the White I want to thank all those who signed fore the House the following commu- House and U.S. Chief Information Offi- on as original sponsors, Mr. Speaker, nication from the Speaker: cer Tony Scott to propose a new way to and I want to say that I had discus- WASHINGTON, DC, invest in upgrading the government sions last night with Mr. ISSA, the April 13, 2016. technology infrastructure that serves former chairman of the Oversight and I hereby appoint the Honorable DAVID W. the American people and this institu- Government Reform Committee. I JOLLY to act as Speaker pro tempore on this tion. think he is going to cosponsor this bill day. My bill authorizes a one-time invest- with me, and we want to see this bill be PAUL D. RYAN, ment of $3 billion into a revolving fund a bipartisan bill. Speaker of the House of Representatives. that will be overseen by an inde- I have also talked to ranking mem- f pendent review board. The fund will in- bers on my side of the aisle in each of vest in large-scale, rapid systems up- MORNING-HOUR DEBATE the relevant committees: Mr. CUM- grades deemed to be in the greatest MINGS, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. SERRANO, Mr. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- need and that would provide the great- CONNOLLY, Ms. DUCKWORTH, Ms. ROBIN ant to the order of the House of Janu- est impact on serving the American KELLY, and Mr. TED LIEU, all of whom ary 5, 2016, the Chair will now recog- people. are excited to support this piece of leg- nize Members from lists submitted by Once an upgrade is completed, the re- islation. the majority and minority leaders for ceiving agency will then begin paying morning-hour debate. back the fund over time, using the sav- Again, this is a totally nonpartisan The Chair will alternate recognition ings achieved from greater efficiency. bill looking for government efficiency between the parties, with each party In such a way, this one-time invest- and safety and transparency for the limited to 1 hour and each Member ment of $3 billion will support at least American people. I hope that my other than the majority and minority a minimum of $12 billion—that is 400 friends on both sides of the aisle who leaders and the minority whip limited percent more—worth of upgrades in the care deeply about making government to 5 minutes, but in no event shall de- first 10 years alone, after which it as effective and transparent as pos- bate continue beyond 11:50 a.m. would continue to fund upgrades into sible, as well as eliminating fraud and inefficiencies, will partner with us by f the future. This is a novel approach for govern- cosponsoring this bill and helping to INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY ment, though it has been employed bring it to the floor as a bipartisan MODERNIZATION ACT successfully in the private sector, measure overwhelmingly supported by The SPEAKER pro tempore. The where it has a proven track record. this House. Chair recognizes the gentleman from Tony Scott himself, Mr. Speaker, im- I am proud of the bipartisan work we Maryland (Mr. HOYER) for 5 minutes. plemented a similar program when he have done together already to encour- Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, on Mon- was the chief information officer at age innovation in the use of technology day, I introduced the Information Microsoft, which was successful and re- in Congress, particularly the Technology Modernization Act, a bill sulted in significant long-term savings. hackathons I have hosted with Leader that will make our government more Additionally, the fund will ensure MCCARTHY and his predecessor, Mr. transparent, more efficient, more re- that upgrades make use of the latest Cantor. sponsive, and more secure. and best practices from Silicon Valley, Let’s work together. Let me say that Dangerously, many Federal Govern- including shared services, cloud again. Let’s work together to expand ment agencies, as we have seen, rely on hosting, and agile development. This that effort to the executive branch and technology systems that are decades will enable agencies to create new make sure that the Federal Govern- old and hinder digital interagency col- user-friendly apps and services, and fa- ment can and is serving the American laboration. As a result, government cilitate the sharing of data between people effectively and transparently.

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Connecticut by 20 percent, to 723 women who have shaped our Nation Judge Bertila Soto is a modern-day deaths in 2015. and thank them for their invaluable heroine. She is a fellow graduate of my Just this morning in the local press contributions. alma maters, Florida International in southeastern Connecticut, a 25-year- As the first Hispanic woman elected University and the University of old was found dead in a motor vehicle to Congress, I am grateful and inspired Miami. She was named chief judge of on Route 12 outside the Groton Navy by their legacy. These women have in- Florida’s 11th Judicial Circuit. Base, and a young man, an 18-year-old, fluenced public policies, built institu- Bertila is both the first Cuban Amer- was found dead in Norwich just a cou- ican and the first woman to helm the tions, and contributed to a stronger ple of days ago. largest judicial circuit in the State. economy. Without their contributions, It is time for us to listen to the folks Her energy and understanding of com- our society would be less lively, our who are on the front lines—the police plex legal issues have driven her to suc- culture more impoverished, and peace officers, the addiction counselors, and cess. Every day that Judge Soto is hard would be less stable. We need to respect the folks that are dealing with this at work, she is not only living, but their great achievements by continuing program bringing people to life with making south Florida history. the job. Narcan—and understand that we need a Congratulations to Bertila. new approach to solving this incredibly I share the hopes and aspirations of I also want to honor our female pi- dangerous crisis for our Nation. all women across America who wish to lots of World War II, the Women The good news is that the Senate, a make the lives of our daughters, sis- Airforce Service Pilots, also known as couple of weeks ago, passed the Com- ters, aunts, and mothers more equi- the WASPS. They were responsible for prehensive Addiction and Recovery Act table. I have always been committed removing the barriers for women in the 94–1. It is a good bill. It makes some and dedicated to advancing the role of military today. And I know this be- smart changes in terms of the overpre- women in our society, and I work to- cause my daughter-in-law, Lindsay, scribing of painkillers. It deals with ward policies that would assist them was afforded the opportunity to join and their families. That is why I have the Marine Corps and fly combat mis- the disposal of the proliferation of joined the bipartisan Congressional sions both in Iraq and Afghanistan painkillers that is far too great in the Women’s Caucus and have supported thanks to these women pioneers. Nation today. It also talks about extensive legislation and programs South Florida has been home to some changing protocols in the FDA, HHS, fighting domestic violence and wom- of these remarkable heroines like Ruth DOD, VA, all of the agencies of the en’s access to a quality education. Shafer Fleisher, Shirley Kruse, and Bee Federal Government that deal with Today I would like to pay tribute to Haydu, as well as Frances Rohrer Sar- folks suffering from pain. Unfortu- some of the more energetic champions gent and Helen Wyatt Snapp, who have nately, though, the bill does not con- of women’s rights from my area of passed away. tain a single penny of emergency as- south Florida: Roxcy O’Neal Bolton, Mr. Speaker, I am so proud to recog- sistance which the police departments Helen Aguirre Ferre, Julia Tuttle, Mar- nize all of these outstanding women, across the country, the addiction coun- jory Stoneman Douglas, and Judge past and present. May these role mod- selors across the country are begging Bertila Soto. els continue to remind girls and young for. Roxcy Bolton has had an impressive women that nothing can hold them In the House, there is a bill, H.R. career by advocating for equal rights in back from realizing their dreams. 4473, which does provide emergency supplemental appropriations this year the workplace and also by creating the f first rape treatment center in the to try and get resources so that folks country, located in my hometown of HEROIN AND OPIOID OVERDOSES who are dealing with this crisis and Miami. She also founded Women in The SPEAKER pro tempore. The families that are dealing with this cri- Distress, the first women’s rescue cen- Chair recognizes the gentleman from sis are actually going to get real help. ter in Florida. Roxcy has received nu- Connecticut (Mr. COURTNEY) for 5 min- And this bill has been endorsed by 21 merous accolades and is an iconic and utes. organizations, from the Fraternal loved figure in our community. Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, the Order of Police, the police and the cops Congratulations, Roxcy. chart that is being set up next to me and the firefighters who are out there Helen Aguirre Ferre is another pio- here depicts graphically one of the saving people’s lives right now with neer. She is an award-winning jour- most sickening trends in terms of an Narcan, and also the addiction coun- nalist and communications consultant increasing cause of death in the United selors who, again, do not have adequate who was recently inducted into the States, which is heroin and opioid detox facilities and beds to deal with Florida Women’s Hall of Fame. As the overdoses. the carnage that is happening all chair of the Board of Trustees of Miami On the top, the map shows data from across this country. Dade College—my alma mater—Helen 2004 from the Centers for Disease Con- The Republican majority leader an- is committed to promoting education trol, when 7,500 Americans lost their nounced last week that in May, the and establishing policies that would lives to overdose deaths. In 2014, that House will take up the Senate bill. I help students across our community. number has grown to 27,000. wish it was this month. I wish we could Congratulations, Helen. The red shaded area is high-intensity move with the urgency of a natural dis- Julia Tuttle, known as the mother of areas of death of up to 20 per 100,000 in aster like a fire or hurricane or tor- Miami, made history as the only fe- the population. The blue is 10 or less. nado striking parts of our country that male founder of a major U.S. city when And in 2014, as you can see, the red is causes devastation much less than she helped establish the city of Miami slowly but inexorably taking over the what these maps depict. However, the many years ago. Julia’s vision and per- entire country. fact that there is going to be some severance have long been traits that This is a crisis which, again, affects movement is some sign of hope. south Floridians have worked to carry every part of our country, whether it is on since the founding of our great city rural, suburban, or urban. It affects Re- b 1015 of Miami. publican districts. It affects Demo- But it is important to remember it is Tuttle’s mantel of leadership is cratic districts. And it is time for our not enough to just pass authorizing heavy, but it has been carried on by so Nation to recognize that this needs to language that is about trying to many others. be treated the same way we would any change policy without funding, because Marjory Stoneman Douglas made an- natural disaster or public health emer- the folks who are dealing with this other kind of south Florida history gency in the country. problem, who are watching us like a

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We need to change this so that, like too many other survivors, Jim was ernization, with new computers, but again, the devastation that is being a casualty of the war due to his expo- the IRS budget prevents it from mod- caused in families of middle class, sure to Agent Orange. ernizing information technology. It upper class, lower income families Recently, the National Institute of still uses applications that were run- across the country is going to stop. Medicine forwarded to the VA that ning in the early 1960s. And you cannot There are real-life solutions that the ‘‘there is limited or suggestive evi- completely computerize the simple folks who are at the front lines are pre- dence of an association between chemi- task of answering phone calls and talk- pared to move forward. They are on cals of interest and bladder cancer.’’ ing to taxpayers. standby. What they are waiting for is Adding bladder cancer to the list of When you visit the IRS offices, as I this Congress to move forward with the medical conditions that qualify vet- have, you find employees who are sad real resources that we would deal with erans for a presumption of exposure to and angry that they are unable to meet as a great Nation in terms of any other Agent Orange would allow veterans the needs of the taxpayers. They don’t epidemic or any other massive public easier access to critical healthcare like getting somebody who has been on health or health emergency in this Na- benefits. hold for 20 or 30 minutes and then not tion. Unfortunately, it is too late for Jim, having the time to work with them to We need to include H.R. 4473. We need but many Vietnam veterans continue answer their questions. It frustrates to listen to the 21 organizations that to suffer from this disease. I call on VA the taxpayer, and it breaks the heart of deal with this problem all across Amer- Secretary McDonald to approve this our employees. ica so that we get real help out on the designation so our Vietnam war vet- Now, it is no secret that some people streets of America and not just give lip erans can receive the help that they forget or cheat on their taxes, but Con- service to solving this critical problem. have so solemnly earned. gress has not equipped the IRS to do f I know I speak on behalf of the entire the audits necessary to actually collect HONORING THE MEMORY OF Congress and a grateful Nation to ex- the money that is due. This year, when CAPTAIN JAMES T. DEAN, JR. press our deepest condolences to his we have a big deficit, there will be $300 The SPEAKER pro tempore. The widow, Carla; daughter, Michelle; and to $400 billion of taxes that are due and Chair recognizes the gentleman from his many friends and loved ones. I pray owing but won’t be paid. Yet Congress for God’s mercies upon them as they Florida (Mr. CURBELO) for 5 minutes. is deliberately trying to make it worse. Mr. CURBELO of Florida. Mr. Speak- cope with their pain. They have 12,000 fewer enforcement er, I rise today to honor the memory of f staff, a reduction of 23 percent, and I Captain James T. Dean, Jr., an Army BUDGET CUTS AT THE INTERNAL am going back to a Ways and Means veteran from the Vietnam war. REVENUE SERVICE Committee where one of the proposals Jim was born in Louisville, Ken- would cut that budget another $500 tucky, in 1944. In 1962, he joined the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The million. It is not fair to the taxpayer, Army and graduated from Officer Can- Chair recognizes the gentleman from it is not fair to our employees, and it didate School at Fort Sill, Oklahoma. Oregon (Mr. BLUMENAUER) for 5 min- makes it hard to fund the needs of our He served in Korea with a Sergeant utes. Nation. missile unit before being deployed to a Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, People talk around here about run- beautiful place during an ugly time. He this week in 2 days is April 15, the day ning government like a business. What served in Vietnam from January 1968 that our income taxes are due. We have business undercuts, underfunds, and to September 1969, serving with the 2nd seen that day difficult enough under slashes its accounts receivable depart- Battalion, 40th Field Artillery, of the the best of circumstances, be made ment? They may think it is good poli- 199th Light Infantry Brigade. even more difficult, purposely, for mil- tics to make the taxpayer experience A proud redleg, Jim received the lions of Americans. My Republican as miserable as possible, but it is ulti- Bronze Star with ‘‘V’’ device for her- friends have decided to take out their mately bad judgment, poor politics, oism in ground combat, the Bronze differences with the IRS, their opposi- and a disservice to the American peo- Star with two oak leaf clusters for tion to taxation, by deliberately tor- ple as we undercut the ability to fund meritorious achievement in ground op- turing the American taxpayer. essential government services. erations against hostile forces, the Ours is the largest tax system in the Many of my Republican colleagues Purple Heart for wounds received in ac- world that relies primarily on volun- have been looking for scandal within tion, along with numerous other teer compliance. Each 1 percent where the IRS. Whatever problems they un- awards and decorations for his service. people decide not to comply costs the cover or imagine, the real scandal is Following his service, Jim and his Treasury $30 billion. Now, most, in how they are treating the American wife, Carla, moved to Naples, Florida, fact, do comply, but an ever-increas- public and the people who work for where he started several businesses be- ingly complex tax system makes com- them at the vital service of the Inter- fore returning to his true passion, hor- pliance difficult. nal Revenue Service. ticulture. It should be noted that it is not the IRS that makes the Tax Code com- Jim worked for the city of Naples as f the assistant parks and parkway super- plicated; it is Congress that is con- visor. He was proud to have played a stantly changing that Code. Sometimes GREEK INDEPENDENCE DAY significant role in the Naples-scape it is so late in meeting its obligations project to beautify the city. with tax changes that the Service The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. He was a civic leader, serving on the doesn’t even have time to print the CURBELO of Florida). The Chair recog- board of the Greater Naples Better forms on time. nizes the gentleman from Florida (Mr. Government Committee as well as the In order to help citizens with Con- BILIRAKIS) for 5 minutes. Marco Island Kiwanis. He was an or- gress’ complex tax system, the Internal Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise dained elder within the Presbyterian Revenue Service runs the largest con- today to celebrate the 195th anniver- Church, and he and Carla were mem- sumer service operation in the world. sary of Greek independence. bers of the Collier County Republican Last year, it was a disaster. Well, this Citizens of Greece have always been a Executive Committee. process has been deliberately sabo- proud people in body, mind, and spirit. Jim also battled bladder cancer and, taged by the Republican approach to From Pericles, Greek statesman and with Carla and other friends, formed the agency budget. It has 30,000 fewer general, dubbed ‘‘the first citizen of

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The tri- pass a budget by the deadline is a fun- tirety of European philosophical tradi- lateral agreements between Greece, damental failure to the American peo- tion is said to simply be a footnote to Cyprus, and Israel are a refreshing re- ple. his work; to Count Ioannis minder that we stand united with our I will say, however, that, in this case, Kapodistrias, the first head of state of allies in the fight for security, sta- a missed budget may be a little better an independent Greece, Greeks have bility, and prosperity in a volatile re- than the bad budget that Republicans been exceptional and continue to be ex- gion. have originally proposed. It is a budget ceptional, Mr. Speaker. We celebrate Greek independence to that fundamentally fails the middle I am almost certain that Thomas Jef- reaffirm the common democratic herit- class. ferson cast an eye across the Atlantic age we share, and, as Americans, we It is a budget, as proposed, that gets towards Greece when he uttered these must continue to pursue this spirit of rid of the Medicare guarantee. It is a words in 1821: ‘‘The flames kindled on freedom and liberty which character- budget, as proposed, that slashes $6.5 the Fourth of July 1776 have spread izes both of our great nations. trillion in fundamentally important over too much of the globe to be extin- Zito I Ellas. God bless America. priorities to the middle class in mak- guished by the feeble engines of des- f ing sure that their kids are well edu- potism. On the contrary, they will con- cated, making sure that we are rebuild- sume these engines and all who work b 1030 ing America with infrastructure and them.’’ CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET trying to reduce traffic jams, rebuild- I am blessed to be of two cultures, ing our bridges and our tunnels, and Mr. Speaker, that have been beacons of The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. modernizing our airports. It is a budget liberty for all of civilization: the place ADERHOLT). The Chair recognizes the that undermines the middle class. It is of my birth, the land of the free and gentleman from New York (Mr. ISRAEL) a budget that fails the middle class. the home of the brave, the United for 5 minutes. Now, I understand the need for us to States of America; and the land of my Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, this morn- reduce spending, and I have supported ancestors, the birthplace of democracy, ing I intend to comment on middle significant reductions in spending in the Hellenic Republic. class budgets. But, before that, Mr. my time in Congress. Many Greeks fought for years, hold- Speaker, I would like to just very brief- But what this budget does is it takes ing on to their heritage, their culture, ly reflect on a trip I just took to visit away from the middle class in order to their faith. Bishop Germanos of Patras with our troops in the Middle East, in further enrich the most powerful: the raised the emblem of freedom for Hel- Iraq and elsewhere. special interests. lenes, the flag bearing a white cross I have been to Iraq about 10 times. I That is why people are so angry out and nine blue and white stripes rep- think one of the fundamental respon- there. They understand that Wash- resenting the nine letters, sibilities we have, as Members of Con- ington has to do more with less, but ‘‘Eleftheria,’’ which means freedom. gress on both sides of the aisle, is not not give more to people who already Eight years of bloodshed and battle just to talk about supporting our have the most. led to the Treaty of Adrianople, the troops, but to go into the theater, visit That is what the Republican budget formal declaration of a free and inde- with them, and learn firsthand the does. That is the architecture of spend- pendent Greece. challenges they face. ing tax dollars that must be paid by Greece was the world’s first advanced Every time I visit with our troops, April 15. civilization, one that provided a cul- when I come back, I think the same You take away from the middle class tural heritage that has influenced the thing: that we are so blessed to live in and you give more to people who are world. Firsts in philosophy, mathe- a country that gives us the right to doing pretty well already, people who matics, politics, sports, and art all agree with the decision to put people in are doing so well that they can hire all stemmed from a free Greece. harm’s way, we have the right to dis- sorts of friends to do their work here in Liberty and justice, freedom to deter- agree with that decision, and we have Washington and maybe even contribute mine the path of one’s own life, these the right to remain silent, but no to some super-PACs. I think that is are human desires and were embodied American has the right to forget even wrong. by Greece throughout their fight for for a day the sacrifices that those men People are angry because not only independence. Those unyielding Hel- and women are making for us every are our priorities wrong, but they see lenes paid life and limb for those de- single day. very little evidence of a Congress, sires, and generations of Greeks for We owe them our support and our under Republican leadership in the decades to come owe their ancestors awareness for the work that they do Senate and the House, that is doing its thanks. and, more importantly, supporting job. As George Washington once said: their families who are here and sup- They are angry because the Repub- ‘‘Liberty, when it begins to take root, porting our troops when they return as lican Senate won’t even debate and is a plant of rapid growth.’’ This held veterans. vote on a Supreme Court nomination. true in Greece in 1821, as it did in Mr. Speaker, Friday, April 15, is a You can vote for it. You can vote America in 1776. day of two deadlines. That is the dead- against it. They won’t even vote on ‘‘Freedom or Death,’’ Eleftheria i line most Americans know by which that nomination. thanatos, was the battle cry of the rev- they must pay their Federal income That is a failure to do the job that olutionaries nearly 200 years ago. It taxes. Everybody understands that they are paid to do. They are angry be- rings true today. deadline, and Americans don’t have a cause the majority here in the House of Freedom is a powerful and beautiful choice but to comply with that dead- Representatives won’t do their job and notion. The Greek people achieved that line. pass a budget. for themselves 195 years ago, and I am The other deadline is that that is the As I said before, Mr. Speaker, maybe proud to celebrate in memory of those day by which Congress must pass a no budget is better than a bad budget, who fought bravely to shed the shack- budget, and it is up to the Republican but both represent failure for the les of the Ottoman Empire. majority to produce that budget and American people. Greece has its own unique challenges bring that budget to the floor for a The Pew Research Center did a study today but, also, a history of resilience vote. just several weeks ago that said that, and ability to climb its way out of tur- Unfortunately, the Republican ma- for the first time since the Depression, moil. As centuries-long allies, we must jority will miss that deadline and fail to be in the middle class in America is continue to creatively come up with the American people in our funda- to be in the minority. About 49 percent solutions to help Greece control the mental responsibility to earn our pay of Americans are in the middle class. flow of refugees arriving on its shores. by passing budgets. The rest are either richer or poorer. I am encouraged by the growing co- That is what we are put here to do: to An economy grows best when the operation and collaboration that our debate priorities and pass budgets; yet, middle class is strongest. We need to

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Without objection, I commend the students, the staff, every veteran in America is taken care the gentleman from Nebraska (Mr. and residents of all Centre County’s of. Those are the priorities we have in SMITH) is recognized for 1 minute. school districts for participating in There was no objection. this unique challenge. our budgets. Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Mr. Speak- f er, I rise to welcome Father Steve f RECESS Thomlison, and thank him for serving HONORING THE MEMORY OF BILL as our guest chaplain today. ROSENDAHL The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Father Thomlison serves as chaplain (Ms. HAHN asked and was given per- ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair for both the Nebraska Army National declares the House in recess until noon mission to address the House for 1 Guard and the Nebraska State Patrol, minute.) today. actually, as well as the FBI, providing Accordingly (at 10 o’clock and 34 Ms. HAHN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today support to hundreds of our servicemen to honor the memory of my dear friend minutes a.m.), the House stood in re- and -women, first responders, law en- cess. and former Los Angeles City Council- forcement, and their families. man Bill Rosendahl, who lost his battle f Ordained in the Catholic Diocese of with cancer on March 30. Lincoln, Father Thomlison pastors the b 1200 In 2005, Bill became the first openly parish of St. Stephen’s Church in Exe- gay man to be elected to the Los Ange- AFTER RECESS ter, Nebraska, and the mission parish les City Council. I remember how brave of St. Wenceslaus Church in Milligan, The recess having expired, the House he was in the face of adversity. He be- Nebraska. was called to order by the Speaker at came a fearless supporter of the Los He did not enter the priesthood right noon. Angeles LGBT community, and he left away, but by his mid-thirties, a rest- f behind a legacy of fighting for HIV and less heart and a renewed focus on pray- AIDS research and an end to discrimi- PRAYER er led him to the seminary. He was or- nation. dained a priest at age 41. Reverend Stephen Thomlison, St. Bill was one of the most selfless and It is also important to note Father Stephen’s Catholic Church, Exeter, Ne- kindhearted individuals I have ever Thomlison is a proud Cornhusker, hav- braska, offered the following prayer: known. That heart made him an in- ing attended the University of Ne- Good and gracious God, we come be- credible advocate and a beloved cham- fore You filled with gratitude for the braska-Lincoln. It is my honor to welcome Father pion for the people he represented. many blessings You have bestowed I visited Bill recently in hospice and upon us. Humbly, we ask for Your for- Thomlison to the United States House of Representatives. had a chance to hold his hand and tell giveness for when we have chosen the him stories about when we served to- wrong path. f gether on the city council in Los Ange- We beseech Your mercy, O Lord, ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER les. upon our Nation. Rain down from heav- The SPEAKER. The Chair will enter- I will never forget his joyfulness, his en Your holy fire—not a fire of wrath tain up to 15 further requests for 1- gregarious laugh that never failed to or destruction, but a fire of love, a fire minute speeches on each side of the put a smile on my face. I have cher- of mercy, and a fire of wisdom so that aisle. ished his friendship, and I will miss we may love as You love. f him dearly. Pour into this Chamber today a spir- May he rest in peace. BALD EAGLE AREA SCHOOL DIS- it of civility, a freshness of renewal, f and a bountiful grace of new ideas. TRICT WINS NUTRITION HABIT Bless these legislators, their fami- CHALLENGE MAIN STREET JOBS AND OPPORTUNITY ACT lies, their staff, and abundantly bless (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania all those they represent. May the work asked and was given permission to ad- (Mr. WALBERG asked and was given of this Chamber be guided by Your di- dress the House for 1 minute and to re- permission to address the House for 1 vine hand. vise and extend his remarks.) minute.) Hear us, O Lord, for I ask this in the Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, talk to name and through the merits of Jesus Mr. Speaker, I rise to commend several any small-business owner, and they Christ, Thy Son and our Savior. school districts in the Pennsylvania will tell you how challenging it is to Amen. Fifth Congressional District for their operate in this environment: heavy- f work in helping promote healthy life- handed regulations, confusing paper- styles for their students, staff, and work requirements, a complex and un- THE JOURNAL residents. fair Tax Code. I hear it all the time as The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- In 2015, more than 2,200 people par- I travel Michigan’s Seventh District, ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- ticipated in the Nutrition Habit Chal- hold listening sessions, and tour local ceedings and announces to the House lenge, which was established 3 years shops and manufacturing facilities. his approval thereof. ago by One on One Fitness, a local fit- That is why I am introducing the Main Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- ness consulting company, in order to Street Jobs and Opportunity Act. nal stands approved. inspire people across the county to To grow a healthy economy, we need f make better choices for their diet and to foster policies that help small busi- exercise habits. nesses do what they do best: bring their PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Each year, the winning school dis- products to market and hire new work- The SPEAKER. Will the gentle- trict is picked based on the number of ers in the community. woman from California (Ms. HAHN) successful participants divided by the It is time for Big Government to stop come forward and lead the House in the district’s total number of students. squeezing the small family farmer in Pledge of Allegiance. Those who participate must commit to Jackson County, the local diner in Ms. HAHN led the Pledge of Alle- changing a nutritional behavior over Eaton County, and the manufacturer in giance as follows: the course of 1 month. Monroe County. Instead of building up I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the This year, the Bald Eagle Area Washington or Wall Street, let’s focus United States of America, and to the Repub- School District, my alma mater, won on helping Main Street.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:34 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.007 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1644 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 13, 2016 HONORING THE 65TH INFANTRY years before that, I was a mother and a Ms. ESTY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today REGIMENT grandmother, and I still am. It is from to thank Team 26, some of whom are (Mr. HIGGINS asked and was given all of these perspectives that I am here in the gallery with us today, for permission to address the House for 1 deeply disturbed by recent tests in their courageous efforts to continue minute.) Galesburg, Illinois, that show a high the call for this House and this body to Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in contamination of lead. Even more take responsible action to end the honor of the 65th Infantry Regiment, a alarming is that 5 percent of our chil- scourge of gun violence in this country. segregated Puerto Rican unit known as dren tested have elevated levels in This courageous group of riders, 26 the Borinqueneers. their small bodies. men and women, mothers and fathers, If this happened to one of my kids, I The regiment was created in 1917, and high school students and veterans, rode can tell you I would ask for immediate it remained segregated throughout to Washington to renew the call for all answers and immediate action; and World Wars I and II and most of the victims of gun violence. This is their these families and these children de- Korean war, even after President Tru- fourth year. serve no less. This year, they bring with them peti- man ordered the desegregation of the Last Friday, I met with Galesburg tions signed by nearly 40,000 Americans Armed Forces. These soldiers sacrificed city officials, and I urged them to demanding that we in Congress do our everything for a country that had not apply for the low-interest Federal job by ensuring that all our students yet embraced the rights of Hispanic loans to replace the lead pipes that go are safe and that we allow our college Americans—a shame for our country, to 4,700 homes in Galesburg. In addi- campuses to be gun-free zones. It is my but a show of incredible loyalty and tion to that, I support legislation that privilege to present this petition to the service by those who served. would call for improved reporting, test- entire House and to thank Team 26 for Today, the House and Senate leaders ing, and monitoring of lead levels. their courageous efforts and for their will present a Congressional Gold As a Congresswoman, as a mom, as a relentless efforts to make sure that we Medal in honor of the 65th Infantry grandma, I say to all responsible here: in Congress do our job. Regiment. In attendance will be Cas It is time. It is past time. No more ex- Team 26 rides to bring a message of Rodriguez, Sr., chairman of the His- cuses. No more delays. We need a long- hope and peace and love. It is time for panic Heritage Council of Western New term solution to a long-term problem. this House to respond to their call for York. f action with action of our own. I thank Cas and the others who worked so hard to make sure that CONGRATULATING UNIVERSITY OF f Americans will never forget the service NORTH DAKOTA MEN’S HOCKEY b 1215 of the 65th Infantry Regiment. TEAM ON EIGHTH NCAA CHAM- PIONSHIP WIN RECOGNIZING VETERANS LEGAL f INSTITUTE (Mr. CRAMER asked and was given CONGRESS NEEDS TO DO ITS JOB permission to address the House for 1 (Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of Cali- AND PASS A BUDGET minute.) fornia asked and was given permission (Mr. KILDEE asked and was given Mr. CRAMER. Mr. Speaker, the Uni- to address the House for 1 minute and permission to address the House for 1 versity of North Dakota is the State’s to revise and extend her remarks.) Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of Cali- minute.) largest and oldest university, with fornia. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, by law, nearly 15,000 students, 225 fields of ognize Veterans Legal Institute, an or- Congress must enact a budget resolu- study, 3,000 courses, and 84 graduate ganization that resides right in the tion by April 15. That is Friday. Yet, education programs. UND has a reputa- middle of my district serving our vet- after months of promising to return to tion for research and scholarship in the health sciences, in energy and the envi- erans in Orange County, California, so-called regular order, Speaker RYAN since 2014. has failed to bring a budget to the floor ronment, in aerospace and entrepre- It is a nonprofit organization and of this House for us to act upon. neurship—oh, yeah, and in hockey. In fact, Mr. Speaker, last Saturday, provides pro bono legal assistance to I don’t know about you, but my con- in Tampa, Florida, the University of our veterans on a myriad of issues, for stituents, the people I work for, are North Dakota men’s hockey team won example, on some of the education tired of a do-nothing Congress. its eighth NCAA Championship by de- issues going on using their GI Bill and The Republican majority has failed feating Quinnipiac five goals to one. housing—because we have so many of to pass a budget resolution. We need a UND hockey is legendary in the NCAA, our veterans, as you know, that are resolution that supports working fami- with 22 Frozen Four appearances to go homeless—with respect to health care, lies, a budget that supports growing along with their eight national cham- getting into those VA hospitals and to the economy in this country. But in- pionships. the agencies, and, of course, with re- stead of that, the Republicans have de- Congratulations to Coach Brad spect to employment. cided not to pass a budget at all. Berry, to President Ed Schafer, the en- The organization’s ongoing efforts Under this Republican majority, tire team—outstanding team—of stu- have become an important factor in rather than working with those of us dent athletes and, of course, the incom- helping us to bring veterans along and on this side of the aisle and finding ing president and former Member of to ensure that they are an integral part some common ground around a budget the House of Representatives, Mark of our community. resolution, the majority has been held Kennedy—for whom my advice would Veterans Legal Institute is com- hostage to the most extreme voices be, ‘‘Don’t screw this thing up’’—and mitted to providing our everyday he- within their conference—the Tea Party the entire UND family on their latest roes with the resources and the support members. And because they want to accomplishments. that they deserve, and I believe that we cut Medicare, change it in ways that I Thank you for a great season and for must do our part by supporting organi- think would be destructive to our econ- your tremendous example of excel- zations such as Veterans Legal Insti- omy, they can’t bring a budget to the lence. As you raise another NCAA tute so that they can effectively serve floor of the House of Representatives. championship trophy, you also raise this community. We need to do our job. the bar for all of those who follow. f f That is a really good thing. HAWAII STATE TEACHER OF THE LEAD CONTAMINATION IN f YEAR GALESBURG, ILLINOIS TEAM 26’S FOURTH ANNUAL RIDE (Mr. TAKAI asked and was given per- (Mrs. BUSTOS asked and was given ON WASHINGTON mission to address the House for 1 permission to address the House for 1 (Ms. ESTY asked and was given per- minute and to revise and extend his re- minute.) mission to address the House for 1 marks.) Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I stand minute and to revise and extend her re- Mr. TAKAI. Mr. Speaker, today I rise here as a Member of Congress; but marks.) to recognize a woman of extraordinary

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I was in the shall be in order to consider as an original She came to teaching because she private sector before I came here, and bill for the purpose of amendment under the was touched by the struggles of at-risk we had to have those tough discussions five-minute rule the amendment in the na- youth and wanted a job in which she and discuss where we were going to re- ture of a substitute recommended by the could plant seeds for a successful, pro- invest and where we were going to cut. Committee on Energy and Commerce now ductive, and peaceful life. Through her But, apparently, for the Republicans, printed in the bill. The committee amend- ment in the nature of a substitute shall be nearly 20 years as a teacher, she has they say that our country shouldn’t considered as read. All points of order done just that for her countless stu- have a budget. The time is running against the committee amendment in the dents. short in which the Republicans can nature of a substitute are waived. No amend- Her service doesn’t stop there. Steph- present and pass a budget for the ment to the committee amendment in the anie also volunteers to feed the home- United States of America. nature of a substitute shall be in order ex- less and sings at a local nursing home Shouldn’t America have a budget cept those printed in the report of the Com- for the kupuna residents. just as it has had in the past, just as mittee on Rules accompanying this resolu- Mahalo, Stephanie Mew, for your families across our country have, and tion. Each such amendment may be offered only in the order printed in the report, may dedication to such an important occu- just as businesses have? be offered only by a Member designated in pation and for sharing your knowledge What is it that they are trying to the report, shall be considered as read, shall and light with your students and col- hide? Can they not make the numbers be debatable for the time specified in the re- leagues day in and day out. match without privatizing Social Secu- port equally divided and controlled by the Congratulations on this most pres- rity and Medicare? Are they trying to proponent and an opponent, shall not be sub- tigious award. I wish you the best of hide huge tax increases for the middle ject to amendment, and shall not be subject luck in the final selection for National class? to a demand for division of the question in Teacher of the Year. We will never know unless the public the House or in the Committee of the Whole. All points of order against such amendments f pressure is so great that the Repub- are waived. At the conclusion of consider- licans feel that they have to present a WEAR RED WEDNESDAY: BRING ation of the bill for amendment the Com- responsible budget before our body. I BACK OUR GIRLS mittee shall rise and report the bill to the hope we see it soon. House with such amendments as may have (Ms. WILSON of Florida asked and f been adopted. Any Member may demand a was given permission to address the separate vote in the House on any amend- House for 1 minute.) COMMUNICATION FROM THE ment adopted in the Committee of the Whole Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, CLERK OF THE HOUSE to the bill or to the committee amendment in the nature of a substitute. The previous today is Wear Something Red Wednes- The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. day to bring back our girls. question shall be considered as ordered on DENHAM) laid before the House the fol- the bill and amendments thereto to final This week marks the second anniver- lowing communication from the Clerk passage without intervening motion except sary of the April 14, 2014, kidnapping of of the House of Representatives: one motion to recommit with or without in- the Nigerian Chibok schoolgirls, 730 OFFICE OF THE CLERK, structions. days. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- This week and next, Members of Con- Washington, DC, April 13, 2016. tleman from Texas is recognized for 1 gress will join us in commemorating Hon. PAUL D. RYAN, hour. the tragic event that captured the The Speaker, House of Representatives, Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, for the world’s attention and calling for in- Washington, DC. purpose of debate only, I yield the cus- DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- creased action to defeat Boko Haram, tomary 30 minutes to the gentleman the world’s deadliest terrorist organi- mission granted in Clause 2(h) of Rule II of the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- from Colorado (Mr. POLIS), pending zation. tives, the Clerk received the following mes- which I yield myself such time as I Members of Congress—Republicans sage from the Secretary of the Senate on may consume. During consideration of and Democrats, men and women—have April 13, 2016 at 9:20 a.m.: this resolution, all time yielded is for all galvanized behind this cause. House That the Senate passed S. 2133. the purpose of debate only. leadership, including House Minority With best wishes, I am GENERAL LEAVE Leader NANCY PELOSI and Conference Sincerely, Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I ask KAREN L. HAAS. Chair CATHY MCMORRIS RODGERS, have unanimous consent that all Members joined us in wearing something red on f have 5 legislative days to revise and ex- Wednesday to bring attention to this PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION tend their remarks. cause. OF H.R. 2666, NO RATE REGULA- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there I urge my colleagues and everyone to TION OF BROADBAND INTERNET objection to the request of the gen- continue to lend their voices to this ACCESS ACT tleman from Texas? cause and join us. We should never for- There was no objection. get. We must never forget the Nigerian Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, by di- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, House Chibok girls. rection of the Committee on Rules, I Resolution 672 provides for consider- For almost 2 years we have tweeted call up House Resolution 672 and ask ation of H.R. 2666, the No Rate Regula- to raise awareness to this issue in Con- for its immediate consideration. tion of Broadband Internet Access Act. gress, and we will continue to tweet, The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- The rule provides 1 hour of debate tweet, tweet #bringbackourgirls. Tweet lows: equally divided between the majority every day. Tweet, tweet, tweet H. RES. 672 and the minority of the Energy and #bringbackourgirls. Resolved, That at any time after adoption Commerce Committee. f of this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant The Committee on Rules made in to clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the order three amendments that were sub- THE BUDGET RESOLUTION House resolved into the Committee of the mitted to the committee, all three of (Mr. POLIS asked and was given per- Whole House on the state of the Union for which were submitted by the minority. mission to address the House for 1 consideration of the bill (H.R. 2666) to pro- Finally, the rule affords the minority hibit the Federal Communications Commis- minute and to revise and extend his re- sion from regulating the rates charged for the customary motion to recommit, a marks.) broadband Internet access service. The first final opportunity to amend the legisla- Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, households reading of the bill shall be dispensed with. tion should the minority choose to ex- across America have budgets. People All points of order against consideration of ercise that option.

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It sees an unregulated We have historically had a very open The bill is targeted and does one space—the Internet—and it just can’t process around budgets. There is usu- thing only. It prohibits the Federal allow it to go on without government ally five or six budgets that come be- Communications Commission from reg- control. fore the House and we try to get to one ulating the rates charged for Under net neutrality, the Federal that passes. There have been years broadband Internet access. Government will have the ability to where I think they have a king of the In February of 2015, the Federal Com- control the Internet. Let me say that hill process and whichever one gets the munications Commission voted on a again. Under net neutrality, the Fed- most votes can become the budget. But it looks like, rather than any of party-line vote to adopt rules that re- eral Government will have the ability those debates or give Members who classify broadband Internet access as a to control the Internet. have thoughtfully been preparing the title II telecommunications service, re- Even if this current Federal Commu- budgets from the Republican Study versing their previously stated position nications Commission chooses not to Group or from the progressive Demo- that they would not reclassify the regulate the rates charged, the Com- cratic coalition the chance to present Internet under title II, and, in fact, mission’s net neutrality rules permit their budgets, along with the Repub- afterwards, the President himself future FCC commissioners to do ex- lican and Democratic members of the interjected into the debate and de- actly that. Budget Committee, I think the Repub- These rules from the Federal Com- manded that the Commission recon- licans are saying: we don’t want to sider and that they do so. munications Commission have the po- have those tough decisions about where The rules prevent blocking, throt- tential to cost well north of 43,000 jobs, to cut or where to tax; we would rather tling, and paid prioritization of the according to a recent study commis- just pretend like our country is in good Internet. This reclassification poses a sioned by the United States Telecom fiscal order and spend the day dis- serious risk for the regulation of rates Association. The bill before us this cussing codifying FCC policy rather charged by providers for the delivery of week will take a step toward pro- than discussing what the American Internet service, a move that has never tecting the Internet industry from people sent us here to do—how to bal- before been taken by the government. those job losses. ance the budget, restore fiscal sta- Under the Federal Communications I urge my colleagues to support to- bility, and pass a budget. Commission’s unprecedented use of a day’s rule and support the underlying There is another missed opportunity 100-year-old statute to regulate the legislation to protect consumers from here today. When talking about Internet under its net neutrality rule, an out-of-control Federal bureaucracy. broadband—if that is what we are the Commission gave itself the author- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of going to talk about—in districts like ity to regulate the rates that Internet my time. mine in Colorado, we have commu- service providers charge to consumers Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I thank the nities that simply don’t have reason- for service. gentleman for yielding me the cus- able access to the Internet. I talk to In response to this power grab by the tomary 30 minutes. constituents in Evergreen and Conifer Commission, the Energy and Com- I yield myself such time as I may in Grand County every day, rapidly merce Committee held oversight hear- consume. growing communities, where people ings. That resulted in the drafting and Mr. Speaker, we have just days be- only have access to speeds that were passage of the legislation before the fore the legally mandated budget dead- more relevant to the 20th century rath- House this week, which is intended to line. Yet, instead of debating your er than the 21st century. I remember I prevent the Federal Communications budget, Mr. Speaker, my budget, Mr. visited a school in Grand County where Commission from using reclassification Speaker, anybody’s budget, Mr. Speak- the district has an initiative to provide of broadband Internet service to engage er, we are debating whether to codify every child with a Chromebook com- in rate regulation, whether that be di- existing FCC policy. puter and the computer science teacher rectly through tariffing or indirectly There is limited time to provide a there didn’t even have high-speed ac- through enforcement actions. budget for our country. Households cess from his own home. Rate regulation—or even the threat across our country have budgets, and Access to broadband is essential for of rate regulation—out of the Federal businesses have budgets. Unless there our economy, particularly our rural Communications Commission creates is an announced change to the schedule economy like those in my district. It is massive uncertainty for Internet serv- in bringing Congress to work on Friday essential for the education of our kids, ice providers. Because of this, Internet and Saturday and Rules Committee for a vibrant private sector, for civil service providers could slow or stop al- convening today or tomorrow, it seems society, and democracy. While the FCC together the investment and will be like Congress will miss the deadline for and the Department of Commerce have less likely to offer specialized or the budget and perhaps never produce a some tools in place, there is not nearly unique pricing offers to their con- budget. the tools they need or the resources to sumers. Now, folks on the other side will say make our Nation competitive coast to As the Federal Communications that there have been years Democrats coast by making sure that every Amer- Commission consolidates more and didn’t produce a budget, and that is ican has access to broadband. more power to regulate the Internet— true. But Republicans ran to take over Bills that try to codify regulations and make no mistake, the Federal this body, saying: We are going to do certainly have their place. I would Communications Commission is very better. We are going to produce a budg- argue it is probably not when we are 48 eager to regulate the Internet—pro- et. Republicans have had the chance, hours from reaching a budget deadline. viders will have fewer and fewer ave- and there is not even a vote on the But I want to make sure that even if nues for providing consumer service budget. we are going to spend time discussing plans and packages. I am going to offer later in this de- codifying FCC policy, that we have the The chairman of the Federal Commu- bate a motion to defeat the previous more important discussion about how nications Commission, Tom Wheeler, question. If that passes, Mr. Speaker, I we can make sure that broadband ac- and President Obama have both stated will be able to offer an amendment to cess is available to our rural commu- that net neutrality rules would not re- the rule to bring up the budget resolu- nities, such as the ones that I rep- sult in the FCC regulating rates. tion. resent. Yet, less than a year after the rules I hope it does. I hope there are Democrats and Republicans largely were adopted in March of 2016 during enough Democrats and Republicans in agree on some of the goals of this bill.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:34 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.014 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1647 In fact, I think there is a missed oppor- for Kittens and Puppies, and that proposals under a similar process to tunity to have worked on a bipartisan doesn’t do the American voter, the that which we have used every year in version that likely could have passed American consumer, any good. They recent history. It is truly time for the on suspension. There are a number of don’t understand who is actually pay- Republicans to stop the partisan game amendments under consideration, and ing. and finally consider a budget before it is my hope that some of the con- What my amendment would have this Friday’s legally mandated dead- sumer protection issues can be ad- done, had it been made in order by the line. dressed through that. Rules Committee, it would have basi- Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- But I think the big picture here, Mr. cally restated the law that exists and sent to insert the text of the amend- Speaker, is we are just 2 days away say the FCC should regulate these ads ment in the RECORD, along with extra- from Congress’ own deadline for pass- by requiring the true identity. Right neous material, immediately prior to ing a budget with no budget in sight. If now they are relying on a 1979 staff in- the vote on the previous question. we can defeat the previous question, we terpretation of true identity. They are The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there can immediately move to consider the saying we need to put the sponsor of objection to the request of the gen- budget. I call upon my Republican and the ad on the ad, but the sponsor of the tleman from Colorado? Democratic colleagues to do that. As ad, again, is a nebulous, vague, title or- There was no objection. we look at broadband, which I am ganization that nobody knows who Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, Americans hopeful that we can do after this dead- they are. get it. Households have to balance line passes—I am happy to revisit this What we would like to do is say you their budget, businesses have to bal- bill if my motion to defeat the previous have to put on the ad who is really ance their budget. Not talking about it question passes and we move into the paying for it. So instead, for instance, and putting your head in the sand is budget debate—I will be happy to re- if you had an ad in support of sugared only a recipe for increased debt and in- sume this debate next week. I haven’t soft drinks and it was being paid for by creased liability for future generations seen any particular reason that we Coca-Cola, under this interpretation of Americans. have to try to cram in codifying FCC you could put the ad agency that actu- The fact that we are spending $400 regulations around broadband in the 48 ally put the ad on the air and nobody billion or $500 billion more than we are hours before our own budget deadline would know that Coca-Cola was actu- taking in—of course we might not expires. ally paying for it. know about that for the next year until So let’s get back to talking about the The people, again, are seeing this after the fact if we don’t have a budg- budget. It is never easy. The Repub- every day on their television screens et—the fact that we have enormous un- licans have certainly talked about how right now. These laws and interpreta- funded liabilities in Medicare and So- they wanted the country to have a tions have resulted in endless sums of cial Security doesn’t go away just be- budget. Well, the country is not going anonymous money coming into the cause Republicans ignore the topic and to have a budget unless Congress gets system trying to influence the out- refuse to have a debate on balancing to work debating it and passing it. comes of our elections. That is not our budget. I reserve the balance of my time. what Congress intended. Despite hav- I am proud to sponsor a balanced Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I re- ing the authority to do it, the FCC has budget amendment. I think that by serve the balance of my time. refused to take action to close this working together, Democrats and Re- Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 loophole. publicans can restore fiscal responsi- minutes to the gentleman from Ken- My amendment would have restated bility to our Nation. tucky (Mr. YARMUTH). the original Congressional intent and How can we do it? Mr. YARMUTH. Mr. Speaker, I thank would send a message to the FCC that Well, I will tell you how we can’t do my colleague for yielding. it is time to act. This amendment it. We can’t do it by 48 hours from the I rise to oppose the rule on this legis- would have been germane, it would deadline to pass a budget by discussing lation, not necessarily because this is a have been within the rules of the body, obscure bills to codify FCC regulations bad bill—I do think it is a vague solu- and, most importantly, it would have with our valuable floor time. tion in search of a nonexistent prob- been supported by the vast majority of It starts with an honest discussion. It lem—but I oppose the rule for another Americans: Republicans, Democrats, starts with Democrats and Republicans reason, and that is because I thought and Independents who want us to re- offering their budgets. I have been that since we were going to bring this form our campaign finance system so proud in the past to support bipartisan bill to the floor anyway, even though it that it is on the up and up, so people budgets that have come to this body. I is unnecessary, even though Chairman understand who is trying to influence have supported and opposed some of Wheeler of the FCC has said that the them and also to end the influence of the Democratic budgets that my col- FCC does not intend to regulate rates big money in politics. leagues have offered, but we have to on broadband, I thought maybe I would The SPEAKER pro tempore. The have that discussion on the floor. The at least try to accomplish something time of the gentleman has expired. work doesn’t do itself and the problem productive and offer an amendment to Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I yield the doesn’t go away when Republicans solve a real problem that the American gentleman from Kentucky an addi- choose to ignore it. people are seeing in front of them tional 30 seconds. I wish our budget deficit was as easy every day right now. That is the prob- Mr. YARMUTH. I wish that the Rules to solve as simply ignoring it. Wouldn’t lem of television ads, political ads, Committee had made that amendment that be convenient if we could simply that do not truly identify their source. in order, but they didn’t, so I will op- ignore the budget deficit and it would Under section 317 of the Communica- pose the rule and urge my colleagues to go away? Wouldn’t it be convenient if tions Act of 1934, the FCC requires do so. we could just ignore the national debt broadcasters to put on the ad the true Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, may I and it would go away? Wouldn’t it be identity of the people running the ad. inquire of the gentleman from Colo- convenient if we could ignore the dam- This makes a lot of sense. The idea is rado how many additional speakers he age to agencies that an indiscriminate that when you see somebody trying to has? sequester has caused and it would sim- influence your vote or to influence Mr. POLIS. I am prepared to close. ply go away? your attitude about a particular public Mr. BURGESS. In which case, I re- I like that line of thinking, Mr. issue, that you should understand who serve the balance of my time. Speaker. Unfortunately, it is com- is actually trying to influence you. Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- pletely unrealistic. The American peo- But because of dramatic changes in self the balance of my time. ple realize it is completely unrealistic. the way campaign laws are imple- Mr. Speaker, if we defeat the pre- That is why when America looks to mented and because of the Citizens vious question, I will offer an amend- Congress and says: we have these dis- United Supreme Court decision, what ment to the rule to bring up the Repub- cussions in our households about our has happened is that we now have ads lican budget resolution and allow for budget, and businesses have these dis- run by organizations like Americans consideration of alternative budget cussions. Why can’t you, Mr. Speaker?

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:34 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.015 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1648 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 13, 2016 Why can’t you? That is the reason the lution are waived. General debate shall not vote on whether to proceed to an immediate Congressional approval rating is so exceed four hours, with three hours of gen- vote on adopting the resolution . . . [and] low. eral debate confined to the congressional has no substantive legislative or policy im- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to budget equally divided and controlled by the plications whatsoever.’’ But that is not what chair and ranking minority member of the they have always said. Listen to the Repub- vote ‘‘no’’ and defeat the previous ques- Committee on the Budget and one hour of lican Leadership Manual on the Legislative tion. I urge a ‘‘no’’ vote on the rule and general debate on the subject of economic Process in the United States House of Rep- the underlying bill. goals and policies equally divided and con- resentatives, (6th edition, page 135). Here’s I yield back the balance of my time. trolled by Representative Tiberi of Ohio and how the Republicans describe the previous Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I yield Representative Carolyn Maloney of New question vote in their own manual: ‘‘Al- myself the balance of my time. York or their respective designees. After though it is generally not possible to amend Mr. Speaker, back in the late 1990s, general debate the concurrent resolution the rule because the majority Member con- shall be considered for amendment under the in the middle of what was called the trolling the time will not yield for the pur- five-minute rule. The concurrent resolution pose of offering an amendment, the same re- dot-com boom, my predecessor, the shall be considered as read. No amendment sult may be achieved by voting down the pre- then-majority leader of the House of shall be in order except amendments in the vious question on the rule. . . . When the Representatives, Richard Armey, came nature of a substitute. Each such amend- motion for the previous question is defeated, and spoke to the Dallas Chamber of ment shall be considered as read, and shall control of the time passes to the Member Commerce. The purpose of his discus- be debatable for one hour equally divided and who led the opposition to ordering the pre- sion that day was to talk about the controlled by the proponent and an oppo- vious question. That Member, because he nent. All points of order against such amend- then controls the time, may offer an amend- dot-com boom that the economy was ments are waived except those arising under experiencing. ment to the rule, or yield for the purpose of clause 7 of rule XVI (germaneness). If more amendment.’’ He confessed that the Internet was than one such amendment is adopted, then In Deschler’s Procedure in the U.S. House the gosh darnedest thing, no one had only the one receiving the greater number of of Representatives, the subchapter titled ever seen anything like it, but he cau- affirmative votes shall be considered as fi- ‘‘Amending Special Rules’’ states: ‘‘a refusal tioned us. As business leaders that day, nally adopted. In the case of a tie for the to order the previous question on such a rule he cautioned us. He said: Look, when greater number of affirmative votes, then [a special rule reported from the Committee only the last amendment to receive that on Rules] opens the resolution to amend- the government doesn’t understand number of affirmative votes shall be consid- something, the first thing it will want ment and further debate.’’ (Chapter 21, sec- ered as finally adopted. After the conclusion tion 21.2) Section 21.3 continues: ‘‘Upon re- to do is regulate it, the next thing it of consideration of the concurrent resolution jection of the motion for the previous ques- will want to do is tax it, and you have for amendment and a final period of general tion on a resolution reported from the Com- then effectively killed it. debate, which shall not exceed 10 minutes mittee on Rules, control shifts to the Mem- Mr. Speaker, it wasn’t an accident equally divided and controlled by the chair ber leading the opposition to the previous that I used in the opening statement and ranking minority member of the Com- question, who may offer a proper amendment mittee on the Budget, the Committee shall or motion and who controls the time for de- the language that under the proposed rise and report the concurrent resolution to rules from the FCC, the Federal Gov- bate thereon.’’ the House with such amendment as may Clearly, the vote on the previous question ernment will have the ability to con- have been finally adopted. The previous on a rule does have substantive policy impli- trol the Internet. That is a significant question shall be considered as ordered on cations. It is one of the only available tools and important fact. If you allow the the concurrent resolution and amendments for those who oppose the Republican major- Federal Government to control the thereto to adoption without intervening mo- ity’s agenda and allows those with alter- Internet, you have effectively damaged tion except amendments offered by the chair native views the opportunity to offer an al- of the Committee on the Budget pursuant to ternative plan. the promise of the Internet to the section 305(a)(5) of the Congressional Budget point where it will no longer function Act of 1974 to achieve mathematical consist- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I yield for its citizens the way it was intended ency. The concurrent resolution shall not be back the balance of my time, and I to function: as a free and open process. subject to a demand for division of the ques- move the previous question on the res- Mr. Speaker, it is pretty simple. To- tion of its adoption. olution. day’s rule provides for consideration of The SPEAKER pro tempore. The a bill to rein in the Federal Govern- THE VOTE ON THE PREVIOUS QUESTION: WHAT question is on ordering the previous IT REALLY MEANS ment that is all too eager to regulate question. This vote, the vote on whether to order the every aspect of our lives. The question was taken; and the previous question on a special rule, is not Speaker pro tempore announced that H.R. 2666 will protect the Internet merely a procedural vote. A vote against or- from government regulation and allow dering the previous question is a vote the ayes appeared to have it. it to continue to thrive without inter- against the Republican majority agenda and Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, on that I ference. a vote to allow the Democratic minority to demand the yeas and nays. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank Mr. offer an alternative plan. It is a vote about The yeas and nays were ordered. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- KINZINGER for his work on this legisla- what the House should be debating. ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- tion, and I want to thank the com- Mr. Clarence Cannon’s Precedents of the House of Representatives (VI, 308–311), de- ceedings on this question will be post- mittee for the work that they did in scribes the vote on the previous question on poned. getting this legislation to the floor. the rule as ‘‘a motion to direct or control the f I urge my colleagues to vote ‘‘yes’’ consideration of the subject before the House on the rule and ‘‘yes’’ on the under- being made by the Member in charge.’’ To b 1245 lying bill. defeat the previous question is to give the opposition a chance to decide the subject be- PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION The material previously referred to OF H.R. 3340, FINANCIAL STA- by Mr. POLIS is as follows: fore the House Cannon cites the Speaker’s ruling of January 13, 1920, to the effect that BILITY OVERSIGHT COUNCIL RE- AN AMENDMENT TO H. RES. 672 OFFERED BY ‘‘the refusal of the House to sustain the de- FORM ACT, AND PROVIDING FOR MR. POLIS mand for the previous question passes the CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 3791, At the end of the resolution, add the fol- control of the resolution to the opposition’’ RAISING CONSOLIDATED ASSETS lowing new section: in order to offer an amendment. On March THRESHOLD UNDER SMALL SEC. 2. At any time after the adoption of 15, 1909, a member of the majority party of- BANK HOLDING COMPANY POL- this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to fered a rule resolution. The House defeated clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House the previous question and a member of the ICY STATEMENT resolved into the Committee of the Whole opposition rose to a parliamentary inquiry, Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, by direc- House on the state of the Union for consider- asking who was entitled to recognition. tion of the Committee on Rules, I call ation of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. Speaker Joseph G. Cannon (R–Illinois) said: up House Resolution 671 and ask for its Res. 125) establishing the budget for the ‘‘The previous question having been refused, immediate consideration. United States Government for fiscal year the gentleman from New York, Mr. Fitz- The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- 2017 and setting forth appropriate budgetary gerald, who had asked the gentleman to levels for fiscal years 2018 through 2026. The yield to him for an amendment, is entitled to lows: first reading of the concurrent resolution the first recognition.’’ H. RES. 671 shall be dispensed with. All points of order The Republican majority may say ‘‘the Resolved, That upon adoption of this reso- against consideration of the concurrent reso- vote on the previous question is simply a lution it shall be in order to consider in the

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All 671 provides structured rules for both new rules and regulations. points of order against consideration of the bills. The resolution provides each bill I thank the sponsor of H.R. 3340, Rep- bill are waived. The amendment in the na- 1 hour of debate that is equally divided resentative TOM EMMER of Minnesota, ture of a substitute recommended by the between the chair and the ranking for introducing this important legisla- Committee on Financial Services now print- member of the Financial Services Com- tion that will increase the oversight ed in the bill shall be considered as adopted. mittee. Additionally, the resolution and transparency to ensure we have a The bill, as amended, shall be considered as provides for the consideration of one read. All points of order against provisions safe and competitive financial market in the bill, as amended, are waived. The pre- amendment to each bill. in the United States. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the vious question shall be considered as ordered The other measure for consideration resolution and the underlying legisla- on the bill, as amended, and on any further under the rule is H.R. 3791, which is a amendment thereto, to final passage without tion. bill sponsored by Representative MIA intervening motion except: (1) one hour of The Dodd-Frank Act created the Fi- debate equally divided and controlled by the nancial Stability Oversight Council, LOVE of Utah. chair and ranking minority member of the which is dedicated to identifying Last year, Congress passed and the Committee on Financial Services; (2) the fur- threats to the stability of the Amer- President signed legislation providing ther amendment printed in part A of the re- ican financial system. The FSOC is relief to community banks by increas- port of the Committee on Rules accom- supported in this mission by the Office ing the Federal Reserve’s Small Bank panying this resolution, if offered by the Holding Company Policy Statement Member designated in the report, which shall of Financial Research, which was also be in order without intervention of any point created by Dodd-Frank. threshold to include small bank hold- of order, shall be considered as read, shall be The OFR is armed with subpoena ing companies with up to $1 billion of separately debatable for the time specified in power to compel vast amounts of non- consolidated assets. This was in re- the report equally divided and controlled by public, sensitive information from in- sponse to the small banks’ difficulty in the proponent and an opponent, and shall not stitutions across the financial system. accessing capital as a result of signifi- be subject to a demand for division of the The OFR feeds this data to the FSOC, cant changes in the regulatory land- question; and (3) one motion to recommit which is empowered to designate scape. with or without instructions. SEC. 2. Upon adoption of this resolution it banks, as well as nonbank institutions, This bill provides further relief by ex- shall be in order to consider in the House the as ‘‘systemically important financial panding the Fed’s policy statement to bill (H.R. 3791) to raise the consolidated as- institutions,’’ or SIFIs. This designa- include small bank and savings and sets threshold under the small bank holding tion significantly increases the regu- loan holding companies with up to $5 company policy statement, and for other latory burdens that are faced by these billion of consolidated assets. This will purposes. All points of order against consid- institutions, and they have far-reach- provide needed relief for about 400 eration of the bill are waived. The bill shall ing effects on the entire financial sys- small bank and thrift holding compa- be considered as read. All points of order tem. The impact of excessive regula- against provisions in the bill are waived. The nies. The $5 billion level matches the previous question shall be considered as or- tion trickles down to customers, re- threshold that was offered in the last dered on the bill and on any amendment sulting in higher borrowing costs that Congress by the current ranking mem- thereto to final passage without intervening may stop Americans from realizing ber of the Senate Committee on Bank- motion except: (1) one hour of debate equally their dreams of homeownership, of pur- ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs, my divided and controlled by the chair and rank- chasing cars, of pursuing higher edu- fellow Ohioan, Democratic Senator ing minority member of the Committee on cation, or other goals. SHERROD BROWN. He did that in S. 798, Financial Services; (2) the amendment print- Despite the vast power that the so this should not be controversial. It ed in part B of the report of the Committee FSOC and OFR have, neither organiza- is bipartisan. Democrats and Repub- on Rules accompanying this resolution, if of- tion is subject to the annual appropria- fered by the Member designated in the re- licans have been for this. port, which shall be in order without inter- tions process. The OFR is funded Since the second quarter of 2010, vention of any point of order, shall be con- through assessments on banks, and it around the time that the Dodd-Frank sidered as read, shall be separately debatable pays for the FSOC through these funds. Act was passed by Congress, the com- for the time specified in the report equally As such, the FSOC is insulated from munity banks’ share of U.S. commer- divided and controlled by the proponent and the transparency and accountability cial banking assets has declined at a an opponent, and shall not be subject to a de- that Congress would give to normal or- mand for a division of the question; and (3) rate that is almost double that experi- ganizations by virtue of this self-fund- enced between 2006 and 2010. What is one motion to recommit with or without in- ing mechanism. This has, effectively, structions. happening in our financial system is shielded the FSOC from any congres- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- that the big are getting bigger, and the sional oversight. small are disappearing. That is why it tleman from Ohio is recognized for 1 The FSOC Reform Act would, simply, is important to give regulatory relief hour. fix those problems. It does not reduce to some smaller community banks that Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, for the the FSOC’s budget or the OFR’s, but it are caught in the middle. According to purpose of debate only, I yield the cus- would require that they be under an- the FDIC, there were more than 18,000 tomary 30 minutes to the gentleman nual appropriations. It would also re- banks in the 1980s as compared to just from Florida (Mr. HASTINGS), pending quire occasional reports to Congress on 6,400 in the first quarter of 2015, and we which I yield myself such time as I their expenses, objectives, and per- are currently losing community banks may consume. During consideration of formance measures. Congressional ap- at a rate of one every day. this resolution, all time yielded is for proval of FSOC’s budget would encour- the purpose of debate only. age transparency with regard to Increasing the eligibility threshold GENERAL LEAVE FSOC’s methodology for designating to $5 billion will ensure that small Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I ask SIFIs. It would also make it clear what bank and savings and loan holding unanimous consent that all Members their objectives are and what they see companies will be able to issue debt have 5 legislative days to revise and ex- as concerns for our financial system. I and raise capital so that the commu- tend their remarks. believe this bill will actually increase nity banks can continue to provide fi- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the transparency of the process, and it nancial services to the customers they objection to the request of the gen- will make sure that we look out for the serve and increase their involvement in tleman from Ohio? financial security of the American fi- promoting economic growth in their There was no objection. nancial system. local communities. Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- The bill also requires the FSOC to It is important to note that this bill day, the Rules Committee met and re- engage in a public notice and comment maintains the requirements that these

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It seemed that the now-dubbed do- company it deems at risk of failure. I am also left wondering: Why are we nothing Congress is back and, with it, Together, these bills will help ensure debating a rule for these bills today at total dysfunction on the Republican that powerful regulators act in a trans- all? I would like to remind the major- side of the aisle. The dysfunction is so parent manner and are accountable to ity—and I will now and twice again be- bad that Republicans cannot even Congress, and they will provide needed fore I yield back my time—that, by agree to a budget number that they relief for community banks that are at- law, this body must produce a budget have already agreed to. tempting to survive in a difficult envi- resolution by Friday of this week. De- Now, Democrats don’t want to weak- ronment. spite this requirement, we still have no en the financial protections keeping I look forward to debating these bills budget or a clear path to one. I ask the our economy stable and strong. In- with my colleagues, and I urge support question: Where is the budget? stead, Democrats are ready to pass a for the rule and the underlying legisla- I pause here to yield to my friend budget that creates and helps create tion. from Ohio if I could get his attention jobs and grow the paychecks of hard- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of just for a moment. I know the gen- working Americans. my time. tleman is on the Committee on Finan- We would like to work in a bipartisan Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I yield cial Services. We serve together on way, and we would assuredly like to myself such time as I may consume. Rules, but I am not in the majority and work in a way that would bring us to I thank my friend, the gentleman am not privy to what may happen this the work that is needed to be done in a from Ohio, for yielding me the cus- Friday. I am just curious: Since the positive manner. tomary 30 minutes for debate. gentleman is in the majority, what is If only the Republican Conference Mr. Speaker, I rise to oppose the rule the gentleman hearing, if anything, re- could stand up to the extreme faction that is providing for the consideration garding our having a budget by this in their own party to work with us, of both H.R. 3340, the Financial Sta- Friday? then we could get this business done. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of bility Oversight Council Reform Act, I yield to the gentleman from Ohio my time. and H.R. 3791, the Raising Consolidated (Mr. STIVERS). Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I am pre- Assets Threshold Under Small Bank b 1300 pared to close. I have no more speak- Holding Company Policy Statement, Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I thank ers. If the gentleman from Florida and for other purposes. wants to close, I will reserve the bal- These partisan financial services the gentleman from Florida for yield- ance of my time. bills, in my opinion, would weaken and ing. I am hearing that negotiations are Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I yield politicize the institutions that were ongoing, and I am hopeful that we can myself the balance of my time to close. created after the financial crisis to have a budget by this Friday. There is These financial services bills are not identify and guard against systemic a bit of disagreement, even inside our what the American people want. These risk in our financial system; and they Conference, about how to move forward are bills that big banks want. will allow even larger bank holding on the budget as far as the numbers. Instead of debating and passing a companies to leverage themselves with But there are a lot of discussions ongo- budget, which we are required to do by debt when financing the purchase of ing, and I am hopeful. law by the end of this week, as I have other banks. I support passing a budget. I have said, the majority has decided that we In reviewing this legislation, I have voted for a budget since I have been should spend what precious legislative to ask myself: Are the memories of my here. We have passed budgets every time we have left debating bills that Republican friends really so short that year since I have been here. We have would roll back vital protections to the they do not remember the pain that not passed the deadline yet for this systemic health of our financial sys- our Nation went through only a few budget. I am hopeful that we can get it tem. short years ago? done, but it is an ongoing negotiation. So now not only is the dysfunction in The financial crisis of 2008, by Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I ap- the Republican Conference putting one everybody’s statement, was the worst preciate my friend’s response. of this institution’s most basic func- economic downturn that this great Na- I urged that yesterday in the Rules tions in jeopardy, which is passing a tion has faced since the Great Depres- Committee. Aside from your sub- budget to fund the government, but, to sion. It left millions out of work and committee holding a hearing this add insult to injury, the majority has millions out of their homes. Yet, in- Thursday at 3, we were advised by the decided now is the best time to debate stead of supporting efforts to ensure chair that there would be no further putting our entire financial system in that a collapse of this magnitude never business of the Rules Committee. jeopardy by rolling back measures de- happens again, the majority has chosen So I assumed, if that is the case, that signed to protect it. to weaken the very protections that we won’t be going back to the Rules I might add that there is an appellate are designed to prevent such a crisis. Committee. And I am sure that the decision that is not on this measure, This is even more appalling when you budget, if it were to be here by Friday, but on another that we dealt with ear- consider that we are still dealing with would require a rule. lier. I don’t understand why we are the fallout from the crisis. Just this Despite all of these things, I going forward on these measures when week, Goldman Sachs agreed to pay $5 empiricize the fact that it doesn’t ap- we know, in fact, that they aren’t billion to settle claims that it misled pear that we will have a budget by Fri- going to go anywhere in the other mortgage bond investors during the fi- day. body. nancial crisis. I was pleased to see that Mr. Speaker, here is how we got to Mr. Speaker, in my judgment, the a portion of its repayment is going to this point: last fall Republicans and American people deserve better. go to low-income and moderate-income Democrats came together to pass a bi- So since Congress is required to pass housing. partisan budget agreement. Now, how- a budget by Friday of this week and Mr. Speaker, I guess we really ever, Republicans are refusing to sup- there is absolutely little sign that the shouldn’t be surprised by the actions of port their party’s own budget proposal. Republican majority intends to fulfill my friends in the majority. With the Now, I understand what my friend that responsibility, well, Mr. Speaker, kinds of bills that have come to the said about negotiations going on, and I want to give my friends on the other floor under this Republican Congress, that is good. It would be helpful if side of the aisle the opportunity to end whether they be to roll back environ- those negotiations were going on with the obstructionism and meet their and mental protections, 60-plus repeals of Democrats in the room as well. our obligation to pass a budget.

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This may not be the exact way the House with such amendment as may Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- that the other side of the aisle wants have been finally adopted. The previous sent to insert the text of the amend- to move forward on that. question shall be considered as ordered on ment in the RECORD, along with extra- I offered to the ranking member of the concurrent resolution and amendments neous material, immediately prior to the Financial Services Committee yes- thereto to adoption without intervening mo- the vote on the previous question. terday in the Rules Committee that I tion except amendments offered by the chair would be happy to work with her on of the Committee on the Budget pursuant to The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. section 305(a)(5) of the Congressional Budget HUIZENGA of Michigan). Is there objec- some other method. Act of 1974 to achieve mathematical consist- tion to the request of the gentleman If she thinks she wants to use an ac- ency. The concurrent resolution shall not be from Florida? tivity test, if she wants to require subject to a demand for division of the ques- There was no objection. some kind of loans to assets, if she tion of its adoption. Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I urge wants to require some kind of capital my colleagues to vote ‘‘no’’ and defeat in this, I would be happy to work with THE VOTE ON THE PREVIOUS QUESTION: WHAT her because we have to help our com- the previous question and vote ‘‘no’’ on IT REALLY MEANS the rule and the underlying bills. munity banks. I know that is a bipar- I yield back the balance of my time. tisan feeling. This vote, the vote on whether to order the Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I yield Mr. Speaker, I would say to the gen- previous question on a special rule, is not myself the balance of my time to close. tleman from Florida that I know that merely a procedural vote. A vote against or- dering the previous question is a vote I appreciate the comments of my col- the other side of the aisle feels the against the Republican majority agenda and league. I can assure him we are work- same way. We may have a tactical dis- a vote to allow the Democratic minority to ing hard on a budget resolution. Al- agreement, but we all feel that way. So offer an alternative plan. It is a vote about though we cannot notify the com- I would love to work on that. what the House should be debating. mittee of any upcoming meeting be- In the meantime, I hope my col- Mr. Clarence Cannon’s Precedents of the cause we don’t know when it will be be- leagues will support both these bills House of Representatives (VI, 308–311), de- cause we don’t know when the negotia- and the underlying rule. I urge my col- scribes the vote on the previous question on tions will be, I am hopeful that that leagues to support the rule and the un- the rule as ‘‘a motion to direct or control the will happen and we will actually end up derlying bills. consideration of the subject before the House having a budget that will be passed be- The material previously referred to being made by the Member in charge.’’ To fore the deadline. by Mr. HASTINGS is as follows: defeat the previous question is to give the opposition a chance to decide the subject be- AN AMENDMENT TO H. RES. 671 OFFERED BY So, again, I am hopeful, but none of fore the House. Cannon cites the Speaker’s MR. HASTINGS us can control that ourselves. The ne- ruling of January 13, 1920, to the effect that gotiations are ongoing. At the end of the resolution, add the fol- ‘‘the refusal of the House to sustain the de- I would just say that these two bills lowing new section: mand for the previous question passes the and the rule don’t do anything to un- SEC. 3. At any time after the adoption of control of the resolution to the opposition’’ this resolution the Speaker may, pursuant to dermine our financial stability. The in order to offer an amendment. On March clause 2(b) of rule XVIII, declare the House 15, 1909, a member of the majority party of- first bill puts the FSOC and the OFR resolved into the Committee of the Whole on budget. It requires that they have fered a rule resolution. The House defeated House on the state of the Union for consider- the previous question and a member of the appropriations every year. ation of the concurrent resolution (H. Con. opposition rose to a parliamentary inquiry, You might be familiar with the ap- Res. 125) establishing the budget for the asking who was entitled to recognition. propriations clause of the U.S. Con- United States Government for fiscal year Speaker Joseph G. Cannon (R–Illinois) said: stitution: ‘‘No Money shall be drawn 2017 and setting forth appropriate budgetary ‘‘The previous question having been refused, from the Treasury, but in Consequence levels for fiscal years 2018 through 2026. The the gentleman from New York, Mr. Fitz- first reading of the concurrent resolution gerald, who had asked the gentleman to of Appropriations made by Law . . .’’ shall be dispensed with. All points of order So we just want the normal constitu- yield to him for an amendment, is entitled to against consideration of the concurrent reso- the first recognition.’’ tional checks and balances that exist lution are waived. General debate shall not in every other agency to exist here, to exceed four hours, with three hours of gen- The Republican majority may say ‘‘the increase the transparency and account- eral debate confined to the congressional vote on the previous question is simply a ability for what these agencies do. budget equally divided and controlled by the vote on whether to proceed to an immediate vote on adopting the resolution . . . [and] So the first bill puts FSOC and OFR chair and ranking minority member of the Committee on the Budget and one hour of has no substantive legislative or policy im- on budget. It requires appropriations to plications whatsoever.’’ But that is not what be passed. It also requires periodic re- general debate on the subject of economic goals and policies equally divided and con- they have always said. Listen to the Repub- ports on what their goals and objec- trolled by Representative Tiberi of Ohio and lican Leadership Manual on the Legislative tives are and how their meeting goes. Representative Carolyn Maloney of New Process in the United States House of Rep- That is kind of a no-brainer. York or their respective designees. After resentatives, (6th edition, page 135). Here’s Again, Senator SHERROD BROWN, the general debate the concurrent resolution how the Republicans describe the previous Democrat minority ranking member on shall be considered for amendment under the question vote in their own manual: ‘‘Al- though it is generally not possible to amend the Senate Banking Committee, has a five-minute rule. The concurrent resolution shall be considered as read. No amendment the rule because the majority Member con- bill that—I’m sorry. It is the second trolling the time will not yield for the pur- bill. I apologize. shall be in order except amendments in the nature of a substitute. Each such amend- pose of offering an amendment, the same re- It makes sense to do this, to put ment shall be considered as read, and shall sult may be achieved by voting down the pre- them on appropriations. be debatable for one hour equally divided and vious question on the rule. . . . When the The second bill is a bill that raises controlled by the proponent and an oppo- motion for the previous question is defeated, the limit for small financial institu- nent. All points of order against such amend- control of the time passes to the Member tions, community banks, up to $5 bil- ments are waived except those arising under who led the opposition to ordering the pre- lion. We are talking about 400 banks. It clause 7 of rule XVI (germaneness). If more vious question. That Member, because he then controls the time, may offer an amend- is not the biggest banks. than one such amendment is adopted, then only the one receiving the greater number of ment to the rule, or yield for the purpose of In fact, the biggest banks in America amendment.’’ are almost a trillion dollars. We are affirmative votes shall be considered as fi- nally adopted. In the case of a tie for the In Deschler’s Procedure in the U.S. House talking about $5 billion in consolidated greater number of affirmative votes, then of Representatives, the subchapter titled assets in banks and savings and loans. only the last amendment to receive that ‘‘Amending Special Rules’’ states: ‘‘a refusal These are community-based financial number of affirmative votes shall be consid- to order the previous question on such a rule institutions. There are about 400 of ered as finally adopted. After the conclusion [a special rule reported from the Committee

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Res. 672) providing for con- Weber (TX) Wilson (SC) Young (IA) Webster (FL) Wittman Young (IN) tion 21.2) Section 21.3 continues: ‘‘Upon re- sideration of the bill (H.R. 2666) to pro- jection of the motion for the previous ques- Wenstrup Womack Zeldin hibit the Federal Communications Westerman Woodall tion on a resolution reported from the Com- Zinke Commission from regulating the rates Westmoreland Yoder mittee on Rules, control shifts to the Mem- Whitfield Yoho ber leading the opposition to the previous charged for broadband Internet access question, who may offer a proper amendment service, on which the yeas and nays NAYS—182 or motion and who controls the time for de- were ordered. Adams Fudge Neal bate thereon.’’ Aguilar Gabbard Nolan The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Ashford Gallego Norcross Clearly, the vote on the previous question tion. on a rule does have substantive policy impli- Bass Garamendi O’Rourke The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Beatty Graham Pallone cations. It is one of the only available tools Becerra Grayson Pascrell for those who oppose the Republican major- question is on ordering the previous Bera Green, Al Payne ity’s agenda and allows those with alter- question. Beyer Green, Gene Pelosi native views the opportunity to offer an al- The vote was taken by electronic de- Bishop (GA) Grijalva Perlmutter ternative plan. Blumenauer Gutie´rrez Peters vice, and there were—yeas 243, nays Bonamici Hahn Peterson Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 182, not voting 8, as follows: Boyle, Brendan Hastings Pingree back the balance of my time, and I [Roll No. 141] F. Heck (WA) Pocan move the previous question on the res- Brady (PA) Higgins Polis olution. YEAS—243 Brown (FL) Himes Price (NC) Brownley (CA) Hinojosa Quigley Abraham Gosar The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Miller (MI) Bustos Honda Rangel Aderholt Gowdy question is on ordering the previous Moolenaar Butterfield Hoyer Rice (NY) Allen Granger Mooney (WV) Capps Huffman Richmond question. Amash Graves (GA) Mullin Capuano Israel Roybal-Allard The question was taken; and the Amodei Graves (LA) Mulvaney Ca´ rdenas Jeffries Ruiz Babin Graves (MO) Speaker pro tempore announced that Neugebauer Carney Johnson (GA) Ruppersberger Barletta Griffith the ayes appeared to have it. Newhouse Carson (IN) Johnson, E. B. Rush Barr Grothman Noem Cartwright Kaptur Ryan (OH) Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, on that Barton Guinta Nugent Castor (FL) Keating Sa´ nchez, Linda I demand the yeas and nays. Benishek Guthrie Nunes Castro (TX) Kelly (IL) T. Bilirakis Hanna The yeas and nays were ordered. Olson Chu, Judy Kennedy Sanchez, Loretta Bishop (MI) Hardy The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Palazzo Cicilline Kildee Sarbanes Bishop (UT) Harper ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Palmer Clark (MA) Kilmer Schakowsky Black Harris Paulsen Clarke (NY) Kind Schiff ceedings on this question will be post- Blackburn Hartzler Pearce Clay Kirkpatrick Schrader Blum Heck (NV) poned. Perry Cleaver Kuster Scott (VA) Bost Hensarling f Pittenger Clyburn Langevin Scott, David Boustany Herrera Beutler Pitts Cohen Larsen (WA) Serrano Brady (TX) Hice, Jody B. RECESS Poe (TX) Connolly Larson (CT) Sewell (AL) Brat Hill Poliquin Conyers Lawrence Sherman The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Brooks (AL) Holding Pompeo Cooper Levin Sinema Brooks (IN) Hudson ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Posey Costa Lewis Sires Buchanan Huelskamp declares the House in recess until ap- Price, Tom Courtney Lipinski Slaughter Buck Huizenga (MI) Ratcliffe Crowley Loebsack Smith (WA) proximately 1:30 p.m. today. Bucshon Hultgren Reed Cuellar Lofgren Speier Accordingly (at 1 o’clock and 10 min- Burgess Hunter Reichert Cummings Lowenthal Swalwell (CA) Byrne Hurd (TX) utes p.m.), the House stood in recess. Renacci Davis (CA) Lowey Takai Calvert Hurt (VA) Ribble Davis, Danny Lujan Grisham Takano f Carter (GA) Issa Rice (SC) DeFazio (NM) Thompson (CA) Carter (TX) Jenkins (KS) b 1330 Rigell DeGette Luja´ n, Ben Ray Thompson (MS) Chabot Jenkins (WV) Roby Delaney (NM) Titus Chaffetz Johnson (OH) AFTER RECESS Roe (TN) DeLauro Lynch Tonko Clawson (FL) Johnson, Sam Rogers (AL) DelBene Maloney, Torres The recess having expired, the House Coffman Jolly Rogers (KY) DeSaulnier Carolyn Tsongas Cole Jones was called to order by the Speaker pro Rohrabacher Deutch Maloney, Sean Vargas Collins (GA) Jordan tempore (Mr. HUIZENGA of Michigan) at Rokita Dingell Matsui Veasey Collins (NY) Joyce Rooney (FL) Doggett McCollum Vela 1 o’clock and 30 minutes p.m. Comstock Katko Ros-Lehtinen Doyle, Michael McDermott Vela´ zquez Conaway Kelly (MS) f Roskam F. McGovern Visclosky Cook Kelly (PA) Ross Duckworth McNerney Walz ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER Costello (PA) King (IA) Rothfus Edwards Meeks Wasserman Cramer King (NY) PRO TEMPORE Rouzer Ellison Meng Schultz Crawford Kinzinger (IL) Royce Eshoo Moore Waters, Maxine The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Crenshaw Kline Russell Esty Moulton Watson Coleman Culberson Knight ant to clause 8 of rule XX, proceedings Salmon Farr Murphy (FL) Welch Curbelo (FL) Labrador will resume on questions previously Sanford Foster Nadler Wilson (FL) Davis, Rodney LaHood Scalise Frankel (FL) Napolitano Yarmuth postponed. Denham LaMalfa Schweikert Votes will be taken in the following Dent Lamborn Scott, Austin NOT VOTING—8 DeSantis Lance Sensenbrenner order: Bridenstine Jackson Lee Murphy (PA) DesJarlais Latta Sessions Ordering the previous question on Engel Lee Diaz-Balart LoBiondo Shimkus Van Hollen Fattah Lieu, Ted House Resolution 672; Dold Long Shuster Adopting House Resolution 672, if or- Donovan Loudermilk Simpson ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE dered; Duffy Love Smith (MO) Ordering the previous question on Duncan (SC) Lucas Smith (NE) The SPEAKER pro tempore (during House Resolution 671; and Duncan (TN) Luetkemeyer Smith (NJ) the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Ellmers (NC) Lummis Smith (TX) ing. Adopting House Resolution 671, if or- Emmer (MN) MacArthur Stefanik dered. Farenthold Marchant Stewart b 1352 The first electronic vote will be con- Fincher Marino Stivers ducted as a 15-minute vote. Remaining Fitzpatrick Massie Stutzman Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM of Fleischmann McCarthy Thompson (PA) New Mexico, Messrs. ASHFORD, AL electronic votes will be conducted as 5- Fleming McCaul Thornberry minute votes. Flores McClintock Tiberi GREEN of Texas, SCHIFF, and Ms. f Forbes McHenry Tipton BONAMICI changed their vote from Fortenberry McKinley Trott ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Foxx McMorris Turner Franks (AZ) Rodgers Upton So the previous question was ordered. OF H.R. 2666, NO RATE REGULA- Frelinghuysen McSally Valadao The result of the vote was announced TION OF BROADBAND INTERNET Garrett Meadows Wagner as above recorded. ACCESS ACT Gibbs Meehan Walberg The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Gibson Messer Walden The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Gohmert Mica Walker HULTGREN). The question is on the res- finished business is the vote on order- Goodlatte Miller (FL) Walorski olution.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:34 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP7.008 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1653 The question was taken; and the Yoho Young (IA) Zeldin PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Speaker pro tempore announced that Young (AK) Young (IN) Zinke OF H.R. 3340, FINANCIAL STA- the ayes appeared to have it. NOES—182 BILITY OVERSIGHT COUNCIL RE- FORM ACT, AND PROVIDING FOR RECORDED VOTE Adams Gabbard Neal Mr. POLIS. Mr. Speaker, I demand a Aguilar Gallego Nolan CONSIDERATION OF H.R. 3791, recorded vote. Ashford Garamendi Norcross RAISING CONSOLIDATED ASSETS Bass Graham O’Rourke THRESHOLD UNDER SMALL A recorded vote was ordered. Beatty Grayson Pallone BANK HOLDING COMPANY POL- The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a Becerra Green, Al Pascrell ICY STATEMENT 5-minute vote. Bera Green, Gene Payne The vote was taken by electronic de- Beyer Grijalva Pelosi The SPEAKER pro tempore. The un- Bishop (GA) Gutie´rrez Perlmutter finished business is the vote on order- vice, and there were—ayes 242, noes 182, Blumenauer Hahn Peters not voting 9, as follows: Bonamici Hastings Peterson ing the previous question on the reso- lution (H. Res. 671) providing for con- [Roll No. 142] Boyle, Brendan Heck (WA) Pingree F. Higgins Pocan sideration of the bill (H.R. 3340) to AYES—242 Brady (PA) Himes Polis place the Financial Stability Oversight Abraham Graves (MO) Nunes Brown (FL) Hinojosa Price (NC) Council and the Office of Financial Re- Aderholt Griffith Olson Brownley (CA) Honda Quigley Allen Grothman Palazzo Bustos Hoyer Rangel search under the regular appropria- Amash Guinta Palmer Butterfield Huffman Rice (NY) tions process, to provide for certain Amodei Guthrie Paulsen Capps Israel Richmond quarterly reporting and public notice Babin Hanna Pearce Capuano Jackson Lee Roybal-Allard and comment requirements for the Of- Barletta Hardy ´ Perry Cardenas Jeffries Ruiz fice of Financial Research, and for Barr Harper Pittenger Carney Johnson (GA) Ruppersberger Barton Harris Pitts Carson (IN) Johnson, E. B. Rush other purposes, and providing for con- Benishek Hartzler Poe (TX) Cartwright Kaptur Ryan (OH) sideration of the bill (H.R. 3791) to Bilirakis Heck (NV) Poliquin Castor (FL) Keating Sa´ nchez, Linda Bishop (MI) Hensarling raise the consolidated assets threshold Pompeo Castro (TX) Kelly (IL) T. Bishop (UT) Herrera Beutler under the small bank holding company Posey Chu, Judy Kennedy Sanchez, Loretta Black Hice, Jody B. Price, Tom Cicilline Kildee Sarbanes policy statement, and for other pur- Blackburn Hill poses, on which the yeas and nays were Blum Holding Ratcliffe Clark (MA) Kilmer Schakowsky Bost Hudson Reed Clarke (NY) Kind Schiff ordered. Boustany Huelskamp Reichert Clay Kirkpatrick Schrader The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Renacci Brady (TX) Huizenga (MI) Cleaver Kuster Scott (VA) tion. Brat Hultgren Rice (SC) Clyburn Langevin Scott, David Brooks (AL) Hunter Rigell Cohen Larsen (WA) Serrano The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Brooks (IN) Hurd (TX) Roby Connolly Larson (CT) Sewell (AL) question is on ordering the previous Buchanan Hurt (VA) Roe (TN) Conyers Lawrence Sherman question. Buck Issa Rogers (AL) Cooper Lee Sinema Bucshon Jenkins (KS) Rogers (KY) Courtney Levin Sires This is a 5-minute vote. Burgess Jenkins (WV) Rohrabacher Crowley Lewis Slaughter The vote was taken by electronic de- Byrne Johnson (OH) Rokita Cuellar Lipinski Smith (WA) vice, and there were—yeas 243, nays Calvert Johnson, Sam Rooney (FL) Cummings Loebsack Speier 182, not voting 8, as follows: Carter (GA) Jolly Ros-Lehtinen Davis (CA) Lofgren Swalwell (CA) Carter (TX) Jones Roskam Davis, Danny Lowenthal Takai [Roll No. 143] Chabot Jordan Ross DeFazio Lowey Takano Chaffetz Joyce YEAS—243 Rothfus DeGette Lujan Grisham Thompson (CA) Clawson (FL) Katko Abraham Dent Hudson Rouzer Delaney (NM) Thompson (MS) Coffman Kelly (MS) Aderholt DeSantis Huelskamp Royce DeLauro Luja´ n, Ben Ray Titus Cole Kelly (PA) Russell Allen DesJarlais Huizenga (MI) Collins (GA) King (IA) DelBene (NM) Tonko Amash Diaz-Balart Hultgren Salmon Collins (NY) King (NY) DeSaulnier Lynch Torres Amodei Dold Hunter Scalise Comstock Kinzinger (IL) Deutch Maloney, Tsongas Babin Donovan Hurd (TX) Schweikert Conaway Kline Dingell Carolyn Vargas Barletta Duffy Hurt (VA) Cook Knight Scott, Austin Doggett Maloney, Sean Veasey Barr Duncan (SC) Issa Costa Labrador Sensenbrenner Doyle, Michael Matsui Vela Barton Duncan (TN) Jenkins (KS) Costello (PA) LaHood Sessions F. McCollum Vela´ zquez Benishek Ellmers (NC) Jenkins (WV) Cramer LaMalfa Shimkus Duckworth McDermott Visclosky Bilirakis Emmer (MN) Johnson (OH) Crenshaw Lamborn Shuster Edwards McGovern Walz Bishop (MI) Farenthold Johnson, Sam Culberson Lance Simpson Ellison Meeks Wasserman Bishop (UT) Fincher Jolly Curbelo (FL) Latta Smith (MO) Eshoo Meng Schultz Black Fitzpatrick Jones Davis, Rodney LoBiondo Smith (NE) Esty Moore Waters, Maxine Blackburn Fleischmann Jordan Smith (NJ) Denham Long Farr Moulton Watson Coleman Blum Fleming Joyce Smith (TX) Dent Loudermilk Foster Murphy (FL) Welch Bost Flores Katko DeSantis Love Stefanik Boustany Forbes Kelly (MS) Frankel (FL) Nadler Wilson (FL) DesJarlais Lucas Stewart Brady (TX) Fortenberry Kelly (PA) Fudge Napolitano Yarmuth Diaz-Balart Luetkemeyer Stivers Brat Foxx King (IA) Dold Lummis Stutzman Brooks (AL) Franks (AZ) King (NY) NOT VOTING—9 Donovan MacArthur Thompson (PA) Brooks (IN) Frelinghuysen Kinzinger (IL) Duffy Marchant Thornberry Bridenstine Fattah Ribble Buchanan Garrett Kline Duncan (SC) Marino Tiberi Crawford Lieu, Ted Sanford Buck Gibbs Knight Duncan (TN) Massie Tipton Engel McNerney Van Hollen Bucshon Gibson Labrador Ellmers (NC) McCarthy Trott Burgess Gohmert LaHood Emmer (MN) McCaul Byrne Goodlatte LaMalfa Turner ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Farenthold McClintock Calvert Gosar Lamborn Upton Fincher McHenry Carter (GA) Gowdy Lance Valadao The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Fitzpatrick McKinley Carter (TX) Granger Latta Wagner Fleischmann McMorris the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Chabot Graves (GA) LoBiondo Walberg Fleming Rodgers ing. Chaffetz Graves (LA) Long Flores McSally Walden Clawson (FL) Graves (MO) Loudermilk Forbes Meadows Walker Coffman Griffith Love Fortenberry Meehan Walorski b 1359 Cole Grothman Lucas Foxx Messer Walters, Mimi Collins (GA) Guinta Luetkemeyer Franks (AZ) Mica Weber (TX) So the resolution was agreed to. Collins (NY) Guthrie Lummis Frelinghuysen Miller (FL) Webster (FL) Comstock Hanna MacArthur Garrett Miller (MI) Wenstrup The result of the vote was announced Conaway Hardy Marchant Gibbs Moolenaar Westerman as above recorded. Cook Harper Marino Gibson Mooney (WV) Westmoreland Costello (PA) Harris Massie Gohmert Mullin Whitfield A motion to reconsider was laid on Cramer Hartzler McCarthy Goodlatte Mulvaney Williams Crawford Heck (NV) McCaul Gosar Murphy (PA) Wilson (SC) the table. Crenshaw Hensarling McClintock Gowdy Neugebauer Wittman Culberson Herrera Beutler McHenry Granger Newhouse Womack Curbelo (FL) Hice, Jody B. McKinley Graves (GA) Noem Woodall Davis, Rodney Hill McMorris Graves (LA) Nugent Yoder Denham Holding Rodgers

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:34 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.028 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1654 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 13, 2016 McSally Ribble Thompson (PA) NOT VOTING—8 Rogers (KY) Simpson Walker Meadows Rice (SC) Thornberry Rohrabacher Smith (MO) Walorski Bridenstine Grijalva Stewart Meehan Rigell Tiberi Rokita Smith (NE) Walters, Mimi Engel Lieu, Ted Messer Roby Van Hollen Rooney (FL) Smith (NJ) Weber (TX) Tipton Fattah McNerney Mica Roe (TN) Trott Ros-Lehtinen Smith (TX) Webster (FL) Miller (FL) Rogers (AL) Turner ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Roskam Stefanik Wenstrup Ross Stewart Westerman Miller (MI) Rogers (KY) Upton The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Moolenaar Rohrabacher Valadao Rothfus Stivers Westmoreland Rouzer Stutzman Whitfield Mooney (WV) Rokita Wagner the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Mullin Rooney (FL) Royce Thompson (PA) Williams Walberg ing. Mulvaney Ros-Lehtinen Russell Thornberry Wilson (SC) Walden Murphy (PA) Roskam Salmon Tiberi Wittman Neugebauer Ross Walker b 1406 Sanford Tipton Womack Walorski Newhouse Rothfus So the previous question was ordered. Scalise Trott Woodall Noem Rouzer Walters, Mimi Schweikert Turner Yoder Nugent Royce Weber (TX) The result of the vote was announced Scott, Austin Upton Yoho Nunes Russell Webster (FL) as above recorded. Sensenbrenner Valadao Young (AK) Olson Salmon Wenstrup The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Sessions Wagner Young (IA) Palazzo Sanford Westerman Shimkus Walberg Zeldin Palmer Scalise Westmoreland question is on the resolution. Shuster Walden Zinke Paulsen Schweikert Whitfield The question was taken; and the NOES—182 Pearce Scott, Austin Williams Speaker pro tempore announced that Perry Sensenbrenner Wilson (SC) the ayes appeared to have it. Adams Fudge Napolitano Pittenger Sessions Wittman Aguilar Gabbard Neal Pitts Shimkus Womack RECORDED VOTE Ashford Gallego Nolan Poe (TX) Shuster Woodall Mr. HASTINGS. Mr. Speaker, I de- Bass Garamendi Norcross Poliquin Simpson Yoder Beatty Graham O’Rourke Pompeo mand a recorded vote. Smith (MO) Yoho Becerra Grayson Pallone Posey Smith (NE) A recorded vote was ordered. Young (AK) Bera Green, Al Pascrell Price, Tom Smith (NJ) Beyer Green, Gene Payne Young (IA) The SPEAKER pro tempore. This is a Ratcliffe Smith (TX) Bishop (GA) Grijalva Pelosi Young (IN) 5-minute vote. Reed Stefanik Blumenauer Gutie´rrez Perlmutter Zeldin Reichert Stivers The vote was taken by electronic de- Bonamici Hahn Peters Renacci Stutzman Zinke vice, and there were—ayes 242, noes 182, Boyle, Brendan Hastings Peterson not voting 9, as follows: F. Heck (WA) Pingree NAYS—182 Brady (PA) Higgins Pocan [Roll No. 144] Brown (FL) Himes Polis Adams Fudge Neal Brownley (CA) Hinojosa Price (NC) Aguilar Gabbard Nolan AYES—242 Bustos Honda Quigley Ashford Gallego Norcross Abraham Fitzpatrick LaMalfa Butterfield Hoyer Rangel Bass Garamendi O’Rourke Aderholt Fleischmann Lamborn Capps Huffman Rice (NY) Beatty Graham Pallone Allen Fleming Lance Capuano Israel Richmond Becerra Grayson Pascrell Amash Flores Latta Ca´ rdenas Jackson Lee Roybal-Allard Bera Green, Al Payne Amodei Forbes LoBiondo Carney Jeffries Ruiz Beyer Green, Gene Pelosi Babin Fortenberry Long Carson (IN) Johnson (GA) Ruppersberger Bishop (GA) Gutie´rrez Perlmutter Barletta Foxx Loudermilk Cartwright Johnson, E. B. Rush Blumenauer Hahn Peters Barr Franks (AZ) Lucas Castor (FL) Kaptur Ryan (OH) Bonamici Hastings Peterson Barton Frelinghuysen Luetkemeyer Castro (TX) Keating Sa´ nchez, Linda Boyle, Brendan Heck (WA) Pingree Benishek Garrett Lummis Chu, Judy Kelly (IL) T. F. Higgins Pocan Bilirakis Gibbs MacArthur Cicilline Kennedy Sanchez, Loretta Brady (PA) Himes Polis Bishop (MI) Gibson Marchant Clark (MA) Kildee Sarbanes Brown (FL) Hinojosa Price (NC) Bishop (UT) Gohmert Marino Clarke (NY) Kilmer Schakowsky Brownley (CA) Honda Quigley Black Goodlatte Massie Clay Kind Schiff Bustos Hoyer Rangel Blackburn Gosar McCarthy Cleaver Kirkpatrick Schrader Butterfield Huffman Rice (NY) Blum Gowdy McCaul Clyburn Kuster Scott (VA) Capps Israel Richmond Bost Granger McClintock Cohen Langevin Scott, David Capuano Jackson Lee Roybal-Allard Boustany Graves (GA) McHenry Connolly Larsen (WA) Serrano Ca´ rdenas Jeffries Ruiz Brady (TX) Graves (LA) McKinley Conyers Larson (CT) Sewell (AL) Carney Johnson (GA) Ruppersberger Brat Graves (MO) McMorris Cooper Lawrence Sherman Carson (IN) Johnson, E. B. Rush Brooks (AL) Griffith Rodgers Costa Lee Sinema Cartwright Kaptur Ryan (OH) Brooks (IN) Grothman McSally Courtney Levin Sires Castor (FL) Keating Sa´ nchez, Linda Buchanan Guinta Meadows Crowley Lewis Slaughter Castro (TX) Kelly (IL) T. Buck Guthrie Meehan Cuellar Lipinski Smith (WA) Chu, Judy Kennedy Sanchez, Loretta Bucshon Hanna Messer Cummings Loebsack Speier Cicilline Kildee Sarbanes Burgess Hardy Mica Davis (CA) Lofgren Swalwell (CA) Clark (MA) Kilmer Schakowsky Byrne Harper Miller (FL) Davis, Danny Lowenthal Takai Clarke (NY) Kind Schiff Calvert Harris Miller (MI) DeFazio Lowey Takano Clay Kirkpatrick Schrader Carter (GA) Hartzler Moolenaar DeGette Lujan Grisham Thompson (CA) Cleaver Kuster Scott (VA) Carter (TX) Heck (NV) Mooney (WV) Delaney (NM) Thompson (MS) Clyburn Langevin Scott, David Chabot Hensarling Mullin DeLauro Luja´ n, Ben Ray Titus Cohen Larsen (WA) Serrano Chaffetz Herrera Beutler Mulvaney DelBene (NM) Tonko Connolly Larson (CT) Sewell (AL) Clawson (FL) Hice, Jody B. Murphy (PA) DeSaulnier Lynch Tsongas Conyers Lawrence Sherman Coffman Hill Neugebauer Deutch Maloney, Vargas Cooper Lee Sinema Cole Holding Newhouse Dingell Carolyn Veasey Costa Levin Sires Collins (GA) Hudson Noem Doggett Maloney, Sean Vela Courtney Lewis Slaughter Collins (NY) Huelskamp Nugent Doyle, Michael Matsui Vela´ zquez Crowley Lipinski Smith (WA) Comstock Huizenga (MI) Nunes F. McCollum Visclosky Cuellar Loebsack Speier Conaway Hultgren Olson Duckworth McDermott Walz Cummings Lofgren Swalwell (CA) Cook Hunter Palazzo Edwards McGovern Wasserman Davis (CA) Lowenthal Takai Costello (PA) Hurd (TX) Palmer Ellison Meeks Schultz Davis, Danny Lowey Takano Cramer Hurt (VA) Paulsen Eshoo Meng Waters, Maxine DeFazio Lujan Grisham Thompson (CA) Crawford Issa Pearce Esty Moore Watson Coleman DeGette (NM) Thompson (MS) Crenshaw Jenkins (KS) Perry Farr Moulton Welch Delaney Luja´ n, Ben Ray Titus Culberson Jenkins (WV) Pittenger Foster Murphy (FL) Wilson (FL) DeLauro (NM) Tonko Curbelo (FL) Johnson (OH) Pitts Frankel (FL) Nadler Yarmuth DelBene Lynch Torres Davis, Rodney Johnson, Sam Poe (TX) DeSaulnier Maloney, Tsongas Denham Jolly Poliquin NOT VOTING—9 Deutch Carolyn Vargas Dent Jones Pompeo Bridenstine Lieu, Ted Torres Dingell Maloney, Sean Veasey DeSantis Jordan Posey Engel Love Van Hollen Doggett Matsui Vela DesJarlais Joyce Price, Tom Fattah McNerney Young (IN) Doyle, Michael McCollum Vela´ zquez Diaz-Balart Katko Ratcliffe F. McDermott Visclosky Dold Kelly (MS) Reed ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE Duckworth McGovern Walz Donovan Kelly (PA) Reichert Edwards Meeks Wasserman Duffy King (IA) Renacci The SPEAKER pro tempore (during Ellison Meng Schultz Duncan (SC) King (NY) Ribble the vote). There are 2 minutes remain- Eshoo Moore Waters, Maxine Duncan (TN) Kinzinger (IL) Rice (SC) ing. Esty Moulton Watson Coleman Ellmers (NC) Kline Rigell Farr Murphy (FL) Welch Emmer (MN) Knight Roby b 1412 Foster Nadler Wilson (FL) Farenthold Labrador Roe (TN) Frankel (FL) Napolitano Yarmuth Fincher LaHood Rogers (AL) So the resolution was agreed to.

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ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER who may be inadmissible to the United ‘‘(4) Cost-benefit analysis showing the rel- PRO TEMPORE States or otherwise pose a risk to border se- ative ability to use the asset at issue in the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- curity. most cost-effective way to reduce risk and ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair ‘‘(b) ACTIVITIES.—In carrying out the pro- achieve mission success. ‘‘(b) CONSIDERATIONS.—An assessment re- will postpone further proceedings gram, U.S. Customs and Border Protection officers posted in a foreign country under quired under subsection (a) shall consider ap- today on motions to suspend the rules subsection (a) may— plicable Federal guidance, standards, and on which a recorded vote or the yeas ‘‘(1) be stationed at airports in that coun- agency strategic and performance plans, in- and nays are ordered, or on which the try, including for purposes of conducting cluding the following: vote incurs objection under clause 6 of risk assessments and enhancing border secu- ‘‘(1) The most recent departmental Quad- rule XX. rity; rennial Homeland Security Review under Record votes on postponed questions ‘‘(2) assist authorities of that government, section 707, and any follow-up guidance re- lated to such Review. will be taken later. air carriers, and security employees with document examination and traveler security ‘‘(2) The Department’s Annual Perform- f assessments; ance Plans. ‘‘(3) provide relevant training to air car- ‘‘(3) Department policy guiding use of inte- b 1415 riers, their security staff, and such authori- grated risk management in resource alloca- BORDER AND MARITIME COORDI- ties; tion decisions. NATION IMPROVEMENT ACT ‘‘(4) exchange information with, and pro- ‘‘(4) Department and U.S. Customs and vide technical assistance, equipment, and Border Protection Strategic Plans and Re- Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. training to, such authorities to facilitate source Deployment Plans. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules risk assessments of travelers and appropriate ‘‘(5) Applicable aviation guidance from the and pass the bill (H.R. 3586) to amend enforcement activities related to such as- Department, including the DHS Aviation the Homeland Security Act of 2002 to sessments; Concept of Operations. improve border and maritime security ‘‘(5) make recommendations to air carriers ‘‘(6) Other strategic and acquisition guid- ance promulgated by the Federal Govern- coordination in the Department of to deny boarding to potentially inadmissable travelers bound for the United States; and ment as the Secretary determines appro- Homeland Security, and for other pur- ‘‘(6) conduct other activities, as appro- priate. poses, as amended. priate, to protect the international borders ‘‘(c) AUDIT AND REPORT.—The Inspector The Clerk read the title of the bill. of the United States and facilitate the en- General of the Department shall biennially The text of the bill is as follows: forcement of United States laws, as directed audit the deployment of new assets by U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office of H.R. 3586 by the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Air and Marine Operations and submit to the Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Committee on Homeland Security of the ‘‘SEC. 420A. AIR CARGO ADVANCE SCREENING. resentatives of the United States of America in House of Representatives and the Committee Congress assembled, ‘‘The Commissioner of U.S. Customs and on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- Border Protection shall— SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. fairs of the Senate a report on the compli- ‘‘(1) consistent with the requirements en- (a) SHORT TITLE.—This Act may be cited as ance of the Department with the require- acted by the Trade Act of 2002 (Public Law the ‘‘Border and Maritime Coordination Im- ments of this section. 107–210)— provement Act’’. ‘‘(d) MARINE INTERDICTION STATIONS.—Not ‘‘(A) establish a program for the collection (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- later than 180 days after the date of the en- by U.S. Customs and Border Protection of tents for this Act is as follows: actment of this section, the Commissioner of advance electronic information from air car- U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall Sec. 1. Short title; Table of contents. riers and other persons and governments submit to the Committee on Homeland Secu- Sec. 2. U.S. Customs and Border Protection within the supply chain regarding cargo rity of the House of Representatives and the coordination. being transported to the United States by Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- Sec. 3. Border and maritime security effi- air; and ernmental Affairs of the Senate an identi- ciencies. ‘‘(B) under such program, require that such fication of facilities owned by the Federal Sec. 4. Public-private partnerships. information be transmitted by such persons Government in strategic locations along the Sec. 5. Establishment of the Office of Bio- and governments at the earliest point prac- maritime border of California that may be metric Identity Management. ticable prior to loading of such cargo onto an suitable for establishing additional Office of Sec. 6. Cost-benefit analysis of co-locating aircraft destined to or transiting through Air and Marine Operations marine interdic- operational entities. the United States; and tion stations. Sec. 7. Strategic personnel plan for U.S. ‘‘(2) coordinate with the Administrator for Customs and Border Protection ‘‘SEC. 420C. INTEGRATED BORDER ENFORCE- the Transportation Security Administration MENT TEAMS. personnel deployed abroad. to identify opportunities where the informa- ‘‘(a) ESTABLISHMENT.—The Secretary shall Sec. 8. Threat assessment for United States- tion furnished in compliance with the pro- establish within the Department a program bound international mail. gram established under this section can be to be known as the Integrated Border En- Sec. 9. Evaluation of Coast Guard used to meet the requirements of a program forcement Team program (referred to in this Deployable Specialized Forces. administered by the Administrator of the section as ‘IBET’). Sec. 10. Customs-Trade Partnership Against Transportation Security Administration. ‘‘(b) PURPOSE.—The Secretary shall admin- Terrorism improvement. ‘‘SEC. 420B. U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTEC- ister the IBET program in a manner that re- Sec. 11. Strategic plan to enhance the secu- TION OFFICE OF AIR AND MARINE sults in a cooperative approach between the rity of the international supply OPERATIONS ASSET DEPLOYMENT. United States and Canada to— chain. ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Any deployment of new ‘‘(1) strengthen security between des- Sec. 12. Container Security Initiative. assets by U.S. Customs and Border Protec- ignated ports of entry; Sec. 13. Transportation Worker Identifica- tion’s Office of Air and Marine Operations ‘‘(2) detect, prevent, investigate, and re- tion Credential waiver and ap- following the date of the enactment of this spond to terrorism and violations of law re- peals process. section, shall, to the greatest extent prac- lated to border security; Sec. 14. Repeals. ticable, occur in accordance with a risk- ‘‘(3) facilitate collaboration among compo- SEC. 2. U.S. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION based assessment that considers mission nents and offices within the Department and COORDINATION. needs, validated requirements, performance international partners; (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle B of title IV of results, threats, costs, and any other rel- ‘‘(4) execute coordinated activities in fur- the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. evant factors identified by the Commissioner therance of border security and homeland se- 211 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end of U.S. Customs and Border Protection. Spe- curity; and the following new section: cific factors to be included in such assess- ‘‘(5) enhance information-sharing, includ- ‘‘SEC. 420. IMMIGRATION COOPERATION PRO- ment shall include, at a minimum, the fol- ing the dissemination of homeland security GRAM. lowing: information among such components and of- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—There is established ‘‘(1) Mission requirements that prioritize fices. within U.S. Customs and Border Protection a the operational needs of field commanders to ‘‘(c) COMPOSITION AND LOCATION OF program to be known as the Immigration Co- secure the United States border and ports. IBETS.—

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‘‘(1) COMPOSITION.—IBETs shall be led by ‘‘(g) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after porting Joint Task Force–West and Joint the United States Border Patrol and may be the date on which an IBET is established and Task Force–East. comprised of personnel from the following: biannually thereafter for the following six ‘‘(b) JOINT TASK FORCE DIRECTORS.—The ‘‘(A) Other subcomponents of U.S. Customs years, the Secretary shall submit to the ap- Secretary shall appoint a Director to head and Border Protection. propriate congressional committees, includ- each Joint Task Force. Each Director shall ‘‘(B) U.S. Immigration and Customs En- ing the Committee on Homeland Security of be senior official selected from a relevant forcement, led by Homeland Security Inves- the House of Representatives and the Com- component or office of the Department, ro- tigations. mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- tating between relevant components and of- ‘‘(C) The Coast Guard, for the purpose of mental Affairs of the Senate, and in the case fices every two years. The Secretary may ex- securing the maritime borders of the United of Coast Guard personnel used to secure the tend the appointment of a Director for up to States. maritime borders of the United States, addi- two additional years, if the Secretary deter- ‘‘(D) Other Department personnel, as ap- tionally to the Committee on Transportation mines that such an extension is in the best propriate. and Infrastructure of the House of Rep- interest of the Department. ‘‘(E) Other Federal departments and agen- resentatives, a report that— cies, as appropriate. ‘‘(1) describes the effectiveness of IBETs in ‘‘(c) INITIAL APPOINTMENTS.—The Secretary ‘‘(F) Appropriate State law enforcement fulfilling the purposes specified in subsection shall make the following appointments to agencies. (b); the following Joint Task Forces: ‘‘(G) Foreign law enforcement partners. ‘‘(2) assess the impact of certain challenges ‘‘(1) The initial Director of Joint Task ‘‘(H) Local law enforcement agencies from on the sustainment of cross-border IBET op- Force–East shall be a senior officer of the affected border cities and communities. erations, including challenges faced by inter- Coast Guard. ‘‘(I) Appropriate tribal law enforcement national partners; ‘‘(2) The initial Director of Joint Task agencies. ‘‘(3) addresses ways to support joint train- Force–West shall be a senior official of U.S. ‘‘(2) LOCATION.—The Secretary is author- ing for IBET stakeholder agencies and radio Customs and Border Protection. ized to establish IBETs in regions in which interoperability to allow for secure cross- ‘‘(3) The initial Director of Joint Task such teams can contribute to IBET missions, border radio communications; and Force–Investigations shall be a senior offi- as appropriate. When establishing an IBET, ‘‘(4) assesses how IBETs, Border Enforce- cial of U.S. Immigration and Customs En- the Secretary shall consider the following: ment Security Task Forces, and the Inte- forcement. ‘‘(A) Whether the region in which the IBET grated Cross-Border Maritime Law Enforce- ‘‘(d) JOINT TASK FORCE DEPUTY DIREC- would be established is significantly im- ment Operation Program can better align op- TORS.—The Secretary shall appoint a Deputy pacted by cross-border threats. erations, including interdiction and inves- ‘‘(B) The availability of Federal, State, Director for each Joint Task Force. The Dep- tigation activities.’’. uty Director of a Joint Task Force shall, to local, tribal, and foreign law enforcement re- (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of sources to participate in an IBET. the greatest extent practicable, be an official contents in section 1(b) of the Homeland Se- of a different component or office than the ‘‘(C) Whether, in accordance with para- curity Act of 2002 is amended by adding after Director of each Joint Task Force. graph (3), other joint cross-border initiatives the item relating to section 419 the following already take place within the region in new item: ‘‘(e) RESPONSIBILITIES.—Each Joint Task which the IBET would be established, includ- ‘‘Sec. 420. Immigration cooperation pro- Force Director shall— ing other Department cross-border programs gram. ‘‘(1) identify and prioritize border and mar- such as the Integrated Cross-Border Mari- ‘‘Sec. 420A. Air cargo advance screening. itime security threats to the homeland; time Law Enforcement Operation Program ‘‘Sec. 420B. U.S. Customs and Border Protec- ‘‘(2) maintain situational awareness within established under section 711 of the Coast tion Office of Air and Marine their areas of responsibility, as determined Guard and Maritime Transportation Act of Operations asset deployment. by the Secretary; 2012 (46 U.S.C. 70101 note) or the Border En- ‘‘Sec. 420C. Integrated Border Enforcement ‘‘(3) provide operational plans and require- forcement Security Task Force established Teams.’’. ments for standard operating procedures and under section 432. (c) DEADLINE FOR AIR CARGO ADVANCE contingency operations; ‘‘(3) DUPLICATION OF EFFORTS.—In deter- SCREENING.—The Commissioner of U.S. Cus- ‘‘(4) plan and execute joint task force ac- mining whether to establish a new IBET or toms and Border Protection shall implement tivities within their areas of responsibility, to expand an existing IBET in a given region, section 420A of the Homeland Security Act of as determined by the Secretary; the Secretary shall ensure that the IBET 2002, as added by this section, by not later ‘‘(5) set and accomplish strategic objec- under consideration does not duplicate the than one year after the date of the enact- tives through integrated operational plan- efforts of other existing interagency task ment of this Act. ning and execution; forces or centers within such region, includ- ‘‘(6) exercise operational direction over SEC. 3. BORDER AND MARITIME SECURITY EFFI- ing the Integrated Cross-Border Maritime CIENCIES. personnel and equipment from Department Law Enforcement Operation Program estab- (a) IN GENERAL.—Subtitle C of title IV of components and offices allocated to the re- lished under section 711 of the Coast Guard the Homeland Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. spective Joint Task Force to accomplish and Maritime Transportation Act of 2012 (46 231 et seq.) is amended by adding at the end task force objectives; U.S.C. 70101 note) or the Border Enforcement the following new sections: ‘‘(7) establish operational and investigative Security Task Force established under sec- priorities within the Director’s operating ‘‘SEC. 434. BORDER SECURITY JOINT TASK tion 432. FORCES. areas; ‘‘(d) OPERATION.— ‘‘(8) coordinate with foreign governments ‘‘(a) ESTABLISHMENT.—The Secretary shall ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—After determining the establish and operate the following depart- and other Federal, State, and local agencies, regions in which to establish IBETs, the Sec- mental Joint Task Forces (in this section re- where appropriate, to carry out the mission retary may— ferred to as ‘Joint Task Force’) to conduct of the Director’s Joint Task Force; ‘‘(A) direct the assignment of Federal per- joint operations using Department compo- ‘‘(9) identify and provide to the Secretary sonnel to such IBETs; and nent and office personnel and capabilities to the joint mission requirements necessary to ‘‘(B) take other actions to assist Federal, secure the land and maritime borders of the secure the land and maritime borders of the State, local, and tribal entities to partici- United States: United States; and pate in such IBETs, including providing fi- ‘‘(10) carry out other duties and powers the ‘‘(1) JOINT TASK FORCE–EAST.—Joint Task nancial assistance, as appropriate, for oper- Force-East shall, at the direction of the Sec- Secretary determines appropriate. ational, administrative, and technological retary and in coordination with Joint Task ‘‘(f) PERSONNEL AND RESOURCES OF JOINT costs associated with such participation. Force West, create and execute a strategic TASK FORCES.— ‘‘(2) LIMITATION.—Coast Guard personnel plan to secure the land and maritime borders ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may, upon assigned under paragraph (1) may be as- of the United States and shall operate and be request of the Director of a Joint Task signed only for the purposes of securing the located in a place or region determined by Force, allocate on a temporary basis compo- maritime borders of the United States, in ac- the Secretary. nent and office personnel and equipment to cordance with subsection (c)(1)(C). ‘‘(e) COORDINATION.—The Secretary shall ‘‘(2) JOINT TASK FORCE–WEST.—Joint Task the requesting Joint Task Force, with appro- coordinate the IBET program with other Force-West shall, at the direction of the Sec- priate consideration of risk given to the similar border security and antiterrorism retary and in coordination with Joint Task other primary missions of the Department. programs within the Department in accord- Force East, create and execute a strategic ‘‘(2) CONSIDERATION OF IMPACT.—When re- ance with the strategic objectives of the plan to secure the land and maritime borders viewing requests for allocation of component Cross-Border Law Enforcement Advisory of the United States and shall operate and be personnel and equipment under paragraph Committee. located in a place or region determined by (1), the Secretary shall consider the impact ‘‘(f) MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING.—The the Secretary. of such allocation on the ability of the do- Secretary may enter into memoranda of un- ‘‘(3) JOINT TASK FORCE–INVESTIGATIONS.— nating component to carry out the primary derstanding with appropriate representatives Joint Task Force-Investigations shall, at the missions of the Department, and in the case of the entities specified in subsection (c)(1) direction of the Secretary, be responsible for of the Coast Guard, the missions specified in necessary to carry out the IBET program. coordinating criminal investigations sup- section 888.

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‘‘(3) LIMITATION.—Personnel and equipment partment-wide joint planning and oper- Joint Task Forces established under this sec- of the Coast Guard allocated under this sub- ations. tion. section may only be used to carry out oper- ‘‘(4) TRAINING REQUIRED.— ‘‘(2) CONTENTS.—The review required under ations and investigations related to securing ‘‘(A) DIRECTORS AND DEPUTY DIRECTORS.— paragraph (1) shall include an assessment of the maritime borders of the United States. Except as provided in subparagraph (C), each the effectiveness of the Joint Task Force ‘‘(g) COMPONENT RESOURCE AUTHORITY.—As Joint Task Force Director and Deputy Direc- structure in securing the land and maritime directed by the Secretary— tor of a Joint Task Force shall complete rel- borders of the United States, together with ‘‘(1) each Director of a Joint Task Force evant parts of the joint duty training pro- recommendations for enhancements to such shall be provided sufficient resources from gram under this subsection prior to assign- structure to further strengthen border secu- relevant components and offices of the De- ment to a Joint Task Force. rity. partment and the authority necessary to ‘‘(B) JOINT TASK FORCE STAFF.—All senior ‘‘(3) SUBMISSION.—The Inspector General of carry out the missions and responsibilities and mid-level officers and officials serving the Department shall submit to the Com- required under this section; on the staff of a Joint Task Force shall com- mittee on Homeland Security and the Com- ‘‘(2) the resources referred to in paragraph plete relevant parts of the joint duty train- mittee on Transportation and Infrastructure (1) shall be under the operational authority, ing program under this subsection within the of the House of Representatives and the direction, and control of the Director of the first year of assignment to a Joint Task Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- Joint Task Force to which such resources Force. ernmental Affairs of the Senate a report that were assigned; and ‘‘(C) EXCEPTION.—Subparagraph (A) does contains the review required under para- ‘‘(3) the personnel and equipment of the not apply in the case of the initial Directors graph (1) by not later than January 31, 2018. Joint Task Forces shall remain under the ad- and Deputy Directors of a Joint Task Force. ‘‘(o) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term ministrative direction of its primary compo- ‘‘(k) ESTABLISHING ADDITIONAL JOINT TASK ‘situational awareness’ means a knowledge nent or office. FORCES.—The Secretary may establish addi- and unified understanding of unlawful cross- tional Joint Task Forces for the purposes ‘‘(h) JOINT TASK FORCE STAFF.—Each Joint border activity, including threats and trends Task Force shall have a staff to assist the of— concerning illicit trafficking and unlawful Directors in carrying out the mission and re- ‘‘(1) coordinating operations along the crossings, and the ability to forecast future sponsibilities of the Joint Task Forces. Such northern border of the United States; shifts in such threats and trends, the ability staff shall be filled by officials from relevant ‘‘(2) homeland security crises, subject to to evaluate such threats and trends at a components and offices of the Department. subsection (l); level sufficient to create actionable plans, ‘‘(3) establishing other regionally-based op- ‘‘(i) ESTABLISHMENT OF PERFORMANCE and the operational capability to conduct erations; or METRICS.—The Secretary shall— continuous and integrated surveillance of ‘‘(1) establish performance metrics to ‘‘(4) cybersecurity. the land and maritime borders of the United ‘‘(l) LIMITATION ON ADDITIONAL JOINT TASK evaluate the effectiveness of the Joint Task States. FORCES.— Forces in securing the land and maritime ‘‘(p) SUNSET.—This section expires on Sep- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary may not borders of the United States; tember 30, 2018. establish a Joint Task Force for any major ‘‘(2) submit such metrics to the Committee ‘‘SEC. 435. UPDATES OF MARITIME OPERATIONS disaster or emergency declared under the on Homeland Security of the House of Rep- COORDINATION PLAN. Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emer- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days resentatives and the Committee on Home- gency Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5121 et seq.) after the enactment of this section, the Sec- land Security and Governmental Affairs of or an incident for which the Federal Emer- retary shall submit to the Committee on the Senate, and in the case of metrics re- gency Management Agency has primary re- Homeland Security and the Committee on lated to securing the maritime borders of the sponsibility for management of the response Transportation and Infrastructure of the United States, additionally to the Com- under title V of this Act, including section House of Representatives and the Committee mittee on Transportation and Infrastructure 504(a)(3)(A), unless the responsibilities of the on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- of the House of Representatives, by the date Joint Task Force— fairs of the Senate a maritime operations co- that is not later than 120 days after the date ‘‘(A) do not include operational functions ordination plan for the coordination and co- of the enactment of this section; and related to incident management, including operation of maritime operations under- ‘‘(3) submit to such Committees— coordination of operations; and taken by components and offices of the De- ‘‘(A) an initial report that contains the ‘‘(B) are consistent with the requirements partment with responsibility for maritime evaluation described in paragraph (1) by not of sections 509(c), 503(c)(3), and 503(c)(4)(A) of security missions. Such plan shall update later than January 31, 2017; and this Act and section 302 of the Robert T. the maritime operations coordination plan ‘‘(B) a second report that contains such Stafford Disaster Relief and Emergency As- released by the Department in July 2011, and evaluation by not later than January 31, sistance Act (42 U.S.C. 5143). shall address the following: 2018. ‘‘(2) RESPONSIBILITIES AND FUNCTIONS NOT ‘‘(1) Coordination of planning, integration ‘‘(j) JOINT DUTY TRAINING PROGRAM.— REDUCED.—Nothing in this section reduces of maritime operations, and development of ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall es- the responsibilities or functions of the Fed- joint maritime domain awareness efforts of tablish a Department joint duty training eral Emergency Management Agency or the any component or office of the Department program for the purposes of enhancing de- Administrator of the Federal Emergency with responsibility for maritime homeland partmental unity of efforts and promoting Management Agency under title V of this security missions. workforce professional development. Such Act, provisions of law enacted by the Post- ‘‘(2) Maintaining effective information training shall be tailored to improve joint Katrina Emergency Management Reform Act sharing and, as appropriate, intelligence in- operations as part of the Joint Task Forces of 2006 (Public Law 109–295), and other laws, tegration, with Federal, State, and local offi- established under subsection (a). including the diversion of any asset, func- cials and the private sector, regarding ‘‘(2) ELEMENTS.—The joint duty training tion, or mission from the Federal Emergency threats to maritime security. program established under paragraph (1) Management Agency or the Administrator of ‘‘(3) Leveraging existing departmental co- shall address, at minimum, the following the Federal Emergency Management Agency ordination mechanisms, including the inter- topics: pursuant to section 506. agency operational centers as authorized ‘‘(A) National strategy. ‘‘(m) NOTIFICATION.— under section 70107A of title 46, United ‘‘(B) Strategic and contingency planning. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall sub- States Code, Coast Guard’s Regional Coordi- ‘‘(C) Command and control of operations mit a notification to the Committee on nating Mechanisms, the U.S. Customs and under joint command. Homeland Security of the House of Rep- Border Protection Air and Marine Oper- ‘‘(D) International engagement. resentatives and the Committee on Home- ations Center, the U.S. Customs and Border ‘‘(E) The Homeland Security Enterprise. land Security and Governmental Affairs of Protection Operational Integration Center, ‘‘(F) Border security. the Senate, and in the case of a Joint Task and other regional maritime operational ‘‘(G) Interagency collaboration. Force in which the Coast Guard will partici- command centers. ‘‘(H) Leadership. pate or a Joint Task Force established under ‘‘(4) Cooperation and coordination with ‘‘(3) OFFICERS AND OFFICIALS.—The joint paragraph (2) or (3) of subsection (k) to the other departments and agencies of the Fed- duty training program established under Committee on Transportation and Infra- eral Government, and State and local agen- paragraph (1) shall consist of— structure of the House of Representatives, 90 cies, in the maritime environment, in sup- ‘‘(A) one course intended for mid-level offi- days prior to the establishment of the Joint port of maritime homeland security mis- cers and officials of the Department assigned Task Force. sions. to or working with the Joint Task Forces, ‘‘(2) WAIVER AUTHORITY.—The Secretary ‘‘(5) Work conducted within the context of and may waive the requirement of paragraph (1) other national and Department maritime se- ‘‘(B) one course intended for senior officers in the event of an emergency circumstance curity strategic guidance. and officials of the Department assigned to that imminently threatens the protection of ‘‘(b) ADDITIONAL UPDATES.—Not later than or working with the Joint Task Forces, human life or the protection of property. July 1, 2020, the Secretary, acting through to ensure a systematic, progressive, and ca- ‘‘(n) REVIEW.— the Department’s Office of Operations Co- reer-long development of such officers and ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Inspector General of ordination and Planning, shall submit to the officials in coordinating and executing De- the Department shall conduct a review of the Committee on Homeland Security and the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:49 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP7.012 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1658 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 13, 2016 Committee on Transportation and Infra- ized under subsection (a) shall be paid by fied under subsection (e) and shall be avail- structure of the House of Representatives each entity requesting U.S. Customs and able as described in such subsection. and the Committee on Homeland Security Border Protection services, and shall be for ‘‘(g) ANNUAL REPORT.—The Commissioner and Governmental Affairs of the Senate an the full cost of providing such services, in- of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall update to the maritime operations coordina- cluding the salaries and expenses of employ- submit to the Committee on Homeland Secu- tion plan required under subsection (a).’’. ees and contractors of U.S. Customs and Bor- rity, the Committee on Appropriations, and (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of der Protection, to provide such services and the Committee on Ways and Means of the contents in section 1(b) of the Homeland Se- other costs incurred by U.S. Customs and House of Representatives and the Committee curity Act of 2002 is amended by adding after Border Protection relating to such services, on Homeland Security and Governmental Af- the item relating to section 433 the following such as temporary placement or permanent fairs, the Committee on Appropriations, and new items: relocation of such employees and contrac- the Committee on Finance of the Senate an ‘‘Sec. 434. Border Security Joint Task tors. annual report identifying the activities un- Forces. ‘‘(2) TIMING.—The Commissioner of U.S. dertaken and the agreements entered into ‘‘Sec. 435. Updates of maritime operations Customs and Border Protection may require pursuant to this section. ‘‘(h) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in coordination plan.’’. that the fee referred to in paragraph (1) be this section may be construed as imposing in SEC. 4. PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS. paid by each entity that has entered into a any manner on U.S. Customs and Border (a) IN GENERAL.—Title IV of the Homeland fee agreement under subsection (a) with U.S. Protection any responsibilities, duties, or Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 201 et seq.) is Customs and Border Protection in advance of authorities relating to real property. amended by adding at the end the following the performance of U.S. Customs and Border new subtitle: ‘‘SEC. 482. PORT OF ENTRY DONATION AUTHOR- Protection services. ITY. ‘‘Subtitle G—U.S. Customs and Border ‘‘(3) OVERSIGHT OF FEES.—The Commis- ‘‘(a) PERSONAL PROPERTY DONATION AU- Protection Public Private Partnerships sioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- THORITY.— ‘‘SEC. 481. FEE AGREEMENTS FOR CERTAIN SERV- tion shall develop a process to oversee the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commissioner of ICES AT PORTS OF ENTRY. services for which fees are charged pursuant U.S. Customs and Border Protection, in con- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding section to an agreement under subsection (a), includ- sultation with the Administrator of General 13031(e) of the Consolidated Omnibus Budget ing the following: Services, may enter into an agreement with Reconciliation Act of 1985 (19 U.S.C. 58c(e)) ‘‘(A) A determination and report on the any entity to accept a donation of personal and section 451 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 full costs of providing such services, as well property, money, or nonpersonal services for U.S.C. 1451), the Commissioner of U.S. Cus- as a process for increasing such fees, as nec- toms and Border Protection may, upon the uses described in paragraph (3) only with re- essary. spect to the following locations at which request of any entity, enter into a fee agree- ‘‘(B) Establishment of a periodic remit- ment with such entity under which— U.S. Customs and Border Protection per- tance schedule to replenish appropriations, forms or will be performing inspection serv- ‘‘(1) U.S. Customs and Border Protection accounts, or funds, as necessary. shall provide services described in subsection ices: ‘‘(C) Identification of costs paid by such ‘‘(A) A new or existing sea or air port of (c) at a United States port of entry or any fees. other facility at which U.S. Customs and entry. ‘‘(e) DEPOSIT OF FUNDS.— Border Protection provides or will provide ‘‘(B) An existing Federal Government- ‘‘(1) ACCOUNT.—Funds collected pursuant owned land port of entry. such services; to any agreement entered into under sub- ‘‘(2) such entity shall remit to U.S. Cus- ‘‘(C) A new Federal Government-owned section (a) shall be deposited as offsetting land port of entry if— toms and Border Protection a fee imposed collections, shall remain available until ex- under subsection (e) in an amount equal to ‘‘(i) the fair market value of the donation pended without fiscal year limitation, and is $50,000,000 or less; and the full costs that are incurred or will be in- shall be credited to the applicable appropria- curred in providing such services; and ‘‘(ii) the fair market value, including any tion, account, or fund for the amount paid personal and real property donations in ‘‘(3) if space is provided by such entity, out of such appropriation, account, or fund each facility at which U.S. Customs and Bor- total, of such port of entry when completed, for any expenses incurred or to be incurred is $50,000,000 or less. der Protection services are performed shall by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in be maintained and equipped by such entity, ‘‘(2) LIMITATION ON MONETARY DONATIONS.— providing U.S. Customs and Border Protec- Any monetary donation accepted pursuant without cost to the Federal Government, in tion services under any such agreement and accordance with U.S. Customs and Border to this subsection may not be used to pay any other costs incurred or to be incurred by the salaries of U.S. Customs and Border Pro- Protection specifications. U.S. Customs and Border Protection relating ‘‘(b) SERVICES DESCRIBED.—The services de- tection employees performing inspection to such services. scribed in this section are any activities of services. ‘‘(2) RETURN OF UNUSED FUNDS.—The Com- any employee or contractor of U.S. Customs ‘‘(3) USE.—Donations accepted pursuant to and Border Protection pertaining to, or in missioner of U.S. Customs and Border Pro- this subsection may be used for activities re- support of, customs, agricultural processing, tection shall return any unused funds col- lated to a new or existing sea or air port of border security, or immigration inspection- lected and deposited into the account de- entry or a new or existing Federal Govern- related matters at a port of entry or any scribed in paragraph (1) in the event that a ment-owned land port of entry described in other facility at which U.S. Customs and fee agreement entered into under subsection paragraph (1), including expenses related Border Protection provides or will provide (a) is terminated for any reason, or in the to— services. event that the terms of such fee agreement ‘‘(A) furniture, fixtures, equipment, or ‘‘(c) LIMITATIONS.— change by mutual agreement to cause a re- technology, including installation or the de- ‘‘(1) IMPACTS OF SERVICES.—The Commis- duction of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- ployment thereof; and sioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- tions services. No interest shall be owed ‘‘(B) operation and maintenance of such tion— upon the return of any such unused funds. furniture, fixtures, equipment, or tech- ‘‘(A) may enter into fee agreements under ‘‘(f) TERMINATION.— nology. this section only for services that will in- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Commissioner of ‘‘(b) REAL PROPERTY DONATION AUTHOR- crease or enhance the operational capacity U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall ITY.— of U.S. Customs and Border Protection based terminate the provision of services pursuant ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to paragraph (3), on available staffing and workload and that to a fee agreement entered into under sub- the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Bor- will not shift the cost of services funded in section (a) with an entity that, after receiv- der Protection, and the Administrator of the any appropriations Act, or provided from ing notice from the Commissioner that a fee General Services Administration, as applica- any account in the Treasury of the United under subsection (d) is due, fails to pay such ble, may enter into an agreement with any States derived by the collection of fees, to fee in a timely manner. In the event of such entity to accept a donation of real property entities under this Act; and termination, all costs incurred by U.S. Cus- or money for uses described in paragraph (2) ‘‘(B) may not enter into a fee agreement toms and Border Protection which have not only with respect to the following locations under this section if such agreement would been paid shall become immediately due and at which U.S. Customs and Border Protec- unduly and permanently impact services payable. Interest on unpaid fees shall accrue tion performs or will be performing inspec- funded in any appropriations Act, or pro- based on the rate and amount established tion services: vided from any account in the Treasury of under sections 6621 and 6622 of the Internal ‘‘(A) A new or existing sea or air port of the United States, derived by the collection Revenue Code of 1986. entry. of fees. ‘‘(2) PENALTY.—Any entity that, after no- ‘‘(B) An existing Federal Government- ‘‘(2) NUMBER.—There shall be no limit to tice and demand for payment of any fee owned land port of entry. the number of fee agreements that the Com- under subsection (d), fails to pay such fee in ‘‘(C) A new Federal Government-owned missioner of U.S. Customs and Border Pro- a timely manner shall be liable for a penalty land port of entry if— tection may enter into under this section. or liquidated damage equal to two times the ‘‘(i) the fair market value of the donation ‘‘(d) FEE.— amount of such fee. Any such amount col- is $50,000,000 or less; and ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The amount of the fee to lected pursuant to this paragraph shall be ‘‘(ii) the fair market value, including any be charged pursuant to an agreement author- deposited into the appropriate account speci- personal and real property donations in

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:49 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP7.012 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1659 total, of such port of entry when completed, ‘‘(I) whether such donation satisfies the re- note; Public Law 113–76), as in existence on is $50,000,000 or less. quirements of such proposal, or whether ad- the day before the date of the enactment of ‘‘(2) USE.—Donations accepted pursuant to ditional real property would be required; and this subtitle, and any such agreement shall this subsection may be used for activities re- ‘‘(II) an explanation of how such donation continue to have full force and effect on and lated to construction, alteration, operation, was acquired, including if eminent domain after such date; or or maintenance of a new or existing sea or was used. ‘‘(2) a proposal accepted for consideration air port of entry or a new or existing a Fed- ‘‘(v) The funding available to complete the by U.S. Customs and Border Protection pur- eral Government-owned land port of entry intended use of such donation. suant to such section 559, as in existence on described in paragraph (1), including ex- ‘‘(iv) The costs of maintaining and oper- the day before such date of enactment. penses related to— ating such donation. ‘‘SEC. 484. DEFINITIONS. ‘‘(A) land acquisition, design, construction, ‘‘(v) The impact of such proposal on U.S. ‘‘In this subtitle: repair, or alteration; and Customs and Border Protection staffing re- ‘‘(1) DONOR.—The term ‘donor’ means any ‘‘(B) operation and maintenance of such quirements. entity that is proposing to make a donation port of entry facility. ‘‘(vi) Other factors that the Commissioner under this Act. ‘‘(3) LIMITATION ON REAL PROPERTY DONA- or Administrator determines to be relevant. ‘‘(2) ENTITY.—The term ‘entity’ means TIONS.—A donation of real property under ‘‘(C) DETERMINATION AND NOTIFICATION.— any— this subsection at an existing land port of Not later than 180 days after receiving a pro- ‘‘(A) person; entry owned by the General Services Admin- posal to enter into an agreement under sub- ‘‘(B) partnership, corporation, trust, es- istration may only be accepted by the Ad- section (a) or (b), the Commissioner of U.S. tate, cooperative, association, or any other ministrator of General Services. Customs and Border Protection, with the organized group of persons; ‘‘(4) SUNSET.— concurrence of the Administrator of General ‘‘(C) Federal, State or local government ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The authority to enter Services, as applicable, shall make a deter- (including any subdivision, agency or instru- into an agreement under this subsection mination to deny or approve such proposal, mentality thereof); or shall terminate on the date that is five years and shall notify the entity that submitted ‘‘(D) any other private or governmental en- after the date of the enactment of this sub- such proposal of such determination. tity.’’. ‘‘(4) SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING.—Except as section. (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of ‘‘(B) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—The termi- required under section 3307 of title 40, United contents in section 1(b) of the Homeland Se- nation date referred to in subparagraph (A) States Code, for real property donations to curity Act of 2002 is amended by adding at shall not apply to carrying out the terms of the Administrator of General Services at a the end of the list of items relating to title an agreement under this subsection if such GSA-owned land port of entry, donations IV the following new items: made pursuant to subsection (a) and (b) may agreement is entered into before such termi- ‘‘Subtitle G—U.S. Customs and Border nation date. be used in addition to any other funding for such purpose, including appropriated funds, Protection Public Private Partnerships ‘‘(c) GENERAL PROVISIONS.— property, or services. ‘‘Sec. 481. Fee agreements for certain serv- ‘‘(1) DURATION.—An agreement entered into ‘‘(5) RETURN OF DONATIONS.—The Commis- ices at ports of entry. under subsection (a) or (b) (and, in the case sioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- ‘‘Sec. 482. Port of entry donation authority. of such subsection (b), in accordance with tion, or the Administrator of General Serv- ‘‘Sec. 483. Current and proposed agreements. paragraph (4) of such subsection) may last as ices, as applicable, may return any donation ‘‘Sec. 484. Definitions.’’. long as required to meet the terms of such made pursuant to subsection (a) or (b). No (c) REPEALS.—Section 560 of division D of agreement. interest shall be owed to the donor with re- the Consolidated and Further Continuing ‘‘(2) CRITERIA.—In carrying out agreements spect to any donation provided under such Appropriations Act, 2013 (Public Law 113–6) entered into under subsection (a) or (b), the subsections that is returned pursuant to this and section 559 of title V of division F of the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border subsection. Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2014 (6 Protection, in consultation with the Admin- ‘‘(6) PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN FUNDING.—Ex- U.S.C. 211 note; Public Law 113–76) are re- istrator of General Services, shall establish cept as provided in subsections (a) and (b) re- pealed. criteria that includes the following: garding the acceptance of donations, the SEC. 5. ESTABLISHMENT OF THE OFFICE OF BIO- ‘‘(A) Selection and evaluation of donors. Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border METRIC IDENTITY MANAGEMENT. ‘‘(B) Identification of roles and responsibil- Protection and the Administrator of General (a) IN GENERAL.—Title VII of the Homeland ities between U.S. Customs and Border Pro- Services, as applicable, may not, with re- Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 341, et. seq.) is tection, the General Services Administra- spect to an agreement entered into under ei- amended by adding at the end the following tion, as applicable, and donors. ther of such subsections, obligate or expend new section: ‘‘(C) Identification, allocation, and man- amounts in excess of amounts that have been ‘‘SEC. 708. OFFICE OF BIOMETRIC IDENTITY MAN- agement of explicit and implicit risks of appropriated pursuant to any appropriations AGEMENT. partnering between the Federal Government Act for purposes specified in either of such ‘‘(a) ESTABLISHMENT.—The Office of Bio- and donors. subsections or otherwise made available for metric Identity Management is established ‘‘(C) Decision-making and dispute resolu- any of such purposes. within the Department. tion processes. ‘‘(7) ANNUAL REPORTS.—The Commissioner ‘‘(b) DIRECTOR.— ‘‘(D) Processes for U.S. Customs and Bor- of U.S. Customs and Border Protection, in ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Office of Biometric der Protection, and the General Services Ad- collaboration with the Administrator of Gen- Identity Management shall be administered ministration, as applicable, to terminate eral Services, as applicable, shall submit to by the Director of the Office of Biometric agreements if selected donors are not meet- the Committee on Homeland Security, the Identity Management (in this section re- ing the terms of any such agreement, includ- Committee on Transportation and Infra- ferred to as the ‘Director’) who shall report ing the security standards established by structure, and the Committee on Appropria- to the Secretary, or to another official of the U.S. Customs and Border Protection. tions of the House of Representatives and Department, as the Secretary may direct. ‘‘(3) EVALUATION PROCEDURES.— the Committee on Homeland Security and ‘‘(2) QUALIFICATIONS AND DUTIES.—The Di- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The Commissioner of Governmental Affairs, the Committee on En- rector shall— U.S. Customs and Border Protection, in con- vironment and Public Works, and the Com- ‘‘(A) have significant professional manage- sultation with the Administrator of General mittee on Appropriations of the Senate an ment experience, as well as experience in the Services, as applicable, shall— annual report identifying the activities un- field of biometrics and identity manage- ‘‘(i) establish criteria for evaluating a pro- dertaken and agreements entered into pursu- ment; posal to enter into an agreement under sub- ant to subsections (a) and (b). ‘‘(B) lead the Department’s biometric iden- section (a) or (b); and ‘‘(d) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Except as tity services to support anti-terrorism, ‘‘(ii) make such criteria publicly available. otherwise provided in this section, nothing counter-terrorism, border security, ‘‘(B) CONSIDERATIONS.—Criteria established in this section may be construed as affecting credentialing, national security, and public pursuant to subparagraph (A) shall consider in any manner the responsibilities, duties, or safety and enable operational missions the following: authorities of U.S. Customs and Border Pro- across the Department by matching, storing, ‘‘(i) The impact of a proposal referred to in tection or the General Services Administra- sharing, and analyzing biometric data; such subparagraph on the land, sea, or air tion. ‘‘(C) deliver biometric identity information port of entry at issue and other ports of ‘‘SEC. 483. CURRENT AND PROPOSED AGREE- and analysis capabilities to— entry or similar facilities or other infra- MENTS. ‘‘(i) the Department and its components; structure near the location of the proposed ‘‘Nothing in this subtitle may be construed ‘‘(ii) appropriate Federal, State, local, and donation. as affecting in any manner— tribal agencies; ‘‘(ii) Such proposal’s potential to increase ‘‘(1) any agreement entered into pursuant ‘‘(iii) appropriate foreign governments; and trade and travel efficiency through added ca- to section 560 of division D of the Consoli- ‘‘(iv) appropriate private sector entities; pacity. dated and Further Continuing Appropria- ‘‘(D) support the law enforcement, public ‘‘(iii) Such proposal’s potential to enhance tions Act, 2013 (Public Law 113–6) or section safety, national security, and homeland se- the security of the port of entry at issue. 559 of title V of division F of the Consoli- curity missions of other Federal, State, local ‘‘(iv) For a donation under subsection (b)— dated Appropriations Act, 2014 (6 U.S.C. 211 and tribal agencies, as appropriate;

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STATES-BOUND INTERNATIONAL biometric repository; (a) IN GENERAL.—For any location in which MAIL. ‘‘(F) establish, manage, and operate Bio- U.S. Customs and Border Protection’s Office Not later than 180 days after the date of metric Support Centers to provide biometric of Air and Marine Operations is based within the enactment of this Act, the Commissioner identification and verification analysis and 45 miles of locations where any other Depart- of U.S. Customs and Border Protection shall services to the Department, appropriate Fed- ment of Homeland Security agency also op- submit to the Committee on Homeland Secu- eral, State, local, and tribal agencies, appro- erates air and marine assets, the Secretary rity of the House of Representatives and the priate foreign governments, and appropriate of Homeland Security shall conduct a cost- Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- private sector entities; benefit analysis to consider the potential ernmental Affairs of the Senate an assess- ‘‘(G) in collaboration with the Undersecre- cost of and savings derived from co-locating ment of the security threats posed by United aviation and maritime operational assets of tary for Science and Technology, establish a States-bound international mail. the respective agencies of the Department. Department-wide research and development SEC. 9. EVALUATION OF COAST GUARD In analyzing such potential cost savings program to support efforts in assessment, de- DEPLOYABLE SPECIALIZED FORCES. achieved by sharing aviation and maritime velopment, and exploration of biometric ad- (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year facilities, such analysis shall consider, at a after the date of the enactment of this Act, vancements and emerging technologies; minimum, the following factors: ‘‘(H) oversee Department-wide standards the Comptroller General of the United States (1) Potential enhanced cooperation derived shall submit to the Committee on Homeland for biometric conformity, and work to make from Department personnel being co-located. such standards Government-wide; Security and the Committee on Transpor- (2) Potential costs of, and savings derived tation and Infrastructure of the House of ‘‘(I) in coordination with the Department’s through, shared maintenance and logistics Office of Policy, and in consultation with Representatives and the Committee on facilities and activities. Homeland Security and Governmental Af- relevant component offices and headquarters (3) Joint use of base and facility infrastruc- offices, enter into data sharing agreements fairs and the Committee on Commerce, ture, such as runways, hangars, control tow- Science, and Transportation of the Senate a with appropriate Federal agencies to support ers, operations centers, piers and docks, immigration, law enforcement, national se- report that describes and assesses the state boathouses, and fuel depots. of the Coast Guard’s Deployable Specialized curity, and public safety missions; (4) Potential operational costs of co-locat- ‘‘(J) maximize interoperability with other Forces (in this section referred to as the ing aviation and maritime assets and per- ‘‘DSF’’). Such report shall include, at a min- Federal, State, local, and international bio- sonnel. metric systems, as appropriate; and imum, the following elements: (5) Short term moving costs required in (1) For each of the past three fiscal years, ‘‘(K) carry out the duties and powers pre- order to co-locate facilities. scribed by law or delegated by the Secretary. and for each type of DSF, the following: (6) Acquisition and infrastructure costs for (A) A cost analysis, including training, op- ‘‘(c) DEPUTY DIRECTOR.—There shall be in enlarging current facilities, as needed. erating, and travel costs. the Office of Biometric Identity Management (b) REPORT.—Not later than one year after (B) The number of personnel assigned. a Deputy Director, who shall assist the Di- the date of the enactment of this Act, the (C) The total number of units. rector in the management of the Office. Secretary of Homeland Security shall sub- (D) The total number of operations con- ‘‘(d) CHIEF TECHNOLOGY OFFICER.— mit to the Committee on Homeland Security ducted. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—There shall be in the Of- and the Committee on Transportation and (E) The number of operations requested by fice of Biometric Identity Management a Infrastructure of the House of Representa- each of the following: tives and the Committee on Homeland Secu- Chief Technology Officer. (i) The Coast Guard. rity and Governmental Affairs of the Senate ‘‘(2) DUTIES.—The Chief Technology Officer (ii) Other components or offices of the De- a report summarizing the results of the cost- shall— partment of Homeland Security. benefit analysis required under subsection ‘‘(A) ensure compliance with policies, proc- (iii) Other Federal departments or agen- esses, standards, guidelines, and procedures (a) and any planned actions based upon such results. cies. related to information technology systems (iv) State agencies. SEC. 7. STRATEGIC PERSONNEL PLAN FOR U.S. management, enterprise architecture, and (v) Local agencies. data management; CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTEC- TION PERSONNEL DEPLOYED (F) The number of operations fulfilled by ‘‘(B) provide engineering and enterprise ar- ABROAD. the entities specified in subparagraph (E). chitecture guidance and direction to the Of- (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 270 days of (2) Mission impact, feasibility, and cost, fice of Biometric Identity Management; and after the date of the enactment of this Act, including potential cost savings, of locating ‘‘(C) leverage emerging biometric tech- the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Bor- DSF capabilities, including the following nologies to recommend improvements to der Protection shall provide to the Com- scenarios: major enterprise applications, identify tools mittee on Homeland Security of the House of (A) Combining DSFs, primarily focused on to optimize information technology systems Representatives and the Committee on counterdrug operations, under one central- performance, and develop and promote joint Homeland Security and Governmental Af- ized command. technology solutions to improve services to fairs of the Senate a three year strategic (B) Distributing counter-terrorism and enhance mission effectiveness. plan for deployment of U.S. Customs and anti-terrorism capabilities to DSFs in each ‘‘(e) OTHER AUTHORITIES.— Border Protection (in this section referred to major United States port. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Director may estab- as ‘‘CBP’’) personnel to locations outside the (b) DEPLOYABLE SPECIALIZED FORCE DE- lish such other offices within the Office of United States. FINED.—In this section, the term Biometric Identity Management as the Di- (b) CONTENTS.—The plan required under ‘‘Deployable Specialized Force’’ means a rector determines necessary to carry out the subsection (a) shall include the following: unit of the Coast Guard that serves as a missions, duties, functions, and authorities (1) A risk-based method for determining quick reaction force designed to be deployed of the Office. expansion of CBP international programs to to handle counter-drug, counter-terrorism, ‘‘(2) NOTIFICATION.—If the Director exer- new locations, given resource constraints. and anti-terrorism operations or other mari- cises the authority provided by paragraph (2) A plan to ensure CBP personnel de- time threats to the United States. (1), the Director shall notify the Committee ployed at locations outside the United States SEC. 10. CUSTOMS-TRADE PARTNERSHIP on Homeland Security of the House of Rep- have appropriate oversight and support to AGAINST TERRORISM IMPROVE- resentatives and the Committee on Home- ensure performance in support of program MENT. land Security and Governmental Affairs of goals. (a) C-TPAT EXPORTERS.—Section 212 of the the Senate not later than 30 days before ex- (3) Information on planned future deploy- Security and Accountability for Every Port ercising such authority.’’. ments of CBP personnel for a three year pe- Act of 2006 (6 U.S.C. 962) is amended by in- (b) TRANSFER LIMITATION.—The Secretary riod, together with corresponding informa- serting ‘‘exporters,’’ after ‘‘Importers,’’. of Homeland Security may not transfer the tion on locations for such deployments out- (b) RECOGNITION OF OTHER COUNTRIES’ location or reporting structure of the Office side the United States. TRUSTED SHIPPER PROGRAMS.— of Biometric Identity Management (estab- (c) CONSIDERATIONS.—In preparing the plan (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 218 of the Secu- lished by section 708 of the Homeland Secu- required under subsection (a), the Commis- rity and Accountability for Every Port Act rity Act of 2002, as added by subsection (a) of sioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- of 2006 (6 U.S.C. 968) is amended to read as this section) to any component of the De- tion shall consider, and include information follows: partment of Homeland Security. on, the following: ‘‘SEC. 218. RECOGNITION OF OTHER COUNTRIES’ (1) Existing CBP programs in operation TRUSTED SHIPPER PROGRAMS. (c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of outside of the United States, together with ‘‘Not later than 30 days before signing an contents in section 1(b) of the Homeland Se- specific information on locations outside the arrangement between the United States and curity Act of 2002 is amended by adding after United States in which each such program a foreign government providing for mutual the item relating to section 707 the following operates. recognition of supply chain security prac- new item: (2) The number of CBP personnel deployed tices which might result in the utilization of ‘‘Sec. 708. Office of Biometric Identity Man- at each location outside the United States benefits described in section 214, 215, or 216, agement.’’. during the preceding fiscal year. the Secretary shall—

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(2) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of section (c) of section 70105 of title 46, United This has had a negative effect, actu- contents in section 1(b) of the Security and States Code. ally, on logistics, on communications, Accountability for Every Port Act of 2006 is (2) The most common reasons for any and, most importantly, on operations. amended by amending the item relating to delays at each step in such process. In an attempt to adopt a better struc- section 218 to read as follows: (3) Recommendations on how to resolve ture with a goal of enhancing border ‘‘Sec. 218. Recognition of other countries’ any such delays as expeditiously as possible. security and maritime security oper- trusted shipper programs.’’. SEC. 14. REPEALS. ations, this legislation, Mr. Speaker, SEC. 11. STRATEGIC PLAN TO ENHANCE THE SE- The following provisions of the Security authorizes joint task forces on border CURITY OF THE INTERNATIONAL and Accountability for Every Port Act of SUPPLY CHAIN. 2006 (Public Law 109–347) are repealed: security. Paragraph (2) of section 201(g) of the Secu- (1) Section 105 (and the item relating to The goal of these task forces is to im- rity and Accountability for Every Port Act such section in the table of contents of such prove border security outcomes, and of 2006 (6 U.S.C. 941) is amended to read as Act). this legislation provides explicit au- follows: (2) Subsection (c) of section 108. thority to guide the task force oper- ‘‘(2) UPDATES.—Not later than 270 days (3) Subsections (c), (d), and (e) of section ations and to allow this pilot concept after the date of the enactment of this para- 121 (6 U.S.C. 921). to be utilized to secure our borders. graph and every three years thereafter, the (4) Section 122 (6 U.S.C. 922) (and the item While this concept is not unique, we Secretary shall submit to the appropriate relating to such section in the table of con- intentionally provided a sunset date congressional committees a report that con- tents of such Act). for the joint task force authority to (5) Section 127 (and the item relating to tains an update of the strategic plan de- give the next administration the oppor- scribed in paragraph (1).’’. such section in the table of contents of such tunity to come back to the Homeland SEC. 12. CONTAINER SECURITY INITIATIVE. Act). Subsection (l) of section 205 of the Security (6) Subsection (c) of section 233 (6 U.S.C. Security Committee and to the next and Accountability for Every Port Act of 983). Congress to demonstrate that this or- 2006 (6 U.S.C. 945) is amended— (7) Section 235 (6 U.S.C. 984) (and the item ganizational structure has really con- (1) by striking ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Not later relating to such section in the table of con- tributed to border security, and it is than September 30, 2007,’’ and inserting ‘‘Not tents of such Act). not just simply another layer of bu- later than 270 days after the date of the en- (8) Section 701 (and the item relating to reaucracy. actment of the Border and Maritime Secu- such section in the table of contents of such The second part of this bill, Mr. rity Coordination Improvement Act,’’; Act). Speaker, requires the Department to (2) by redesignating subparagraphs (A) (9) Section 708 (and the item relating to such section in the table of contents of such take a very hard look at potential effi- through (H) as paragraphs (1) through (8), re- ciencies in its maritime security ef- spectively (and by moving the margins of Act). forts. During my time as the chair of such paragraphs 2 ems to the left); and The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. the Subcommittee on Border and Mari- (3) by striking paragraph (2). DONOVAN). Pursuant to the rule, the time Security, we held hearings with SEC. 13. TRANSPORTATION WORKER IDENTIFICA- gentlewoman from Michigan (Mrs. MIL- TION CREDENTIAL WAIVER AND AP- CBP that address some of the overlap LER) and the gentleman from New Jer- PEALS PROCESS. and the redundancies in the maritime sey (Mr. PAYNE) each will control 20 (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 70105 of title 46, environment, particularly with the minutes. United States Code, is amended by adding at units of the Coast Guard and the CBP The Chair recognizes the gentle- the end the following new section: Air and Marine Operations that, in ‘‘(r) SECURING THE TRANSPORTATION WORK- woman from Michigan. many cases, are in very close geo- ER IDENTIFICATION CREDENTIAL AGAINST USE GENERAL LEAVE BY UNAUTHORIZED ALIENS.— graphic proximity. Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. This bill also requires CBP’s Office of ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary, acting Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that through the Administrator of the Transpor- Field Operations, the Air and Marine tation Security Administration, shall seek all Members may have 5 legislative Operations, and the Coast Guard to to strengthen the integrity of transportation days in which to revise and extend evaluate their role in the maritime and security cards issued under this section their remarks and include any extra- supply chain security to ensure that against improper access by an individual neous materials on the bill under con- their missions are consistent with our who is not lawfully present in the United sideration. current threats and to find ways to States. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there consolidate operations, where possible. ‘‘(2) COMPONENTS.—In carrying out sub- objection to the request of the gentle- We think these steps are commonsense, section (a), the Administrator of the Trans- woman from Michigan? portation Security Administration shall— and I certainly think that they will ‘‘(A) publish a list of documents that will There was no objection. help save our taxpayers a number of identify non-United States citizen transpor- Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. dollars, and, most importantly, im- tation security card applicants and verify Speaker, I yield myself such time as I prove operations and coordinations for the immigration statuses of such applicants may consume. our homeland security. by requiring each such applicant to produce Mr. Speaker, I rise today in strong Again, finding creative ways to fund a document or documents that dem- support of H.R. 3586, the Border and the staffing and infrastructure needs at onstrate— Maritime Coordination Improvement our Nation’s aging ports of entry was ‘‘(i) identity; and Act. I believe that this bill will provide really the driving force behind another ‘‘(ii) proof of lawful presence in the United the Department of Homeland Security States; and piece of this legislation, which is the ‘‘(B) enhance training requirements to en- the tools and the authority to find effi- permanent authorization of CBP’s Pub- sure that trusted agents at transportation ciencies to improve operations lic-Private Partnership program, which security card enrollment centers receive amongst all of its various components. is also included in this legislation. training to identify fraudulent documents. In 2003, the Department of Homeland Allowing public and private sector ‘‘(3) EXPIRATION.—A transportation secu- Security was cobbled together from 22 port of entry operators and others to rity card issued under this section expires on different offices and agencies—a very enter into agreements with CBP to the date of its expiration or on the date on huge logistical and management chal- fund small-scale infrastructure expan- which the individual to whom such card is lenge. We knew that there would be sion or to fund overtime needs will im- issued is no longer lawfully entitled to be significant growing pains before that present in the United States, whichever is prove security and, as well, increase earlier.’’. agency would function well and as a the flow of commerce that is so vital to (b) REPORT.—Not later than 90 days after unified department. our economy. the date of the enactment of this Act, the Each component of the Department, I want to specifically thank the gen- Secretary of Homeland Security shall pro- be it Customs and Border Protection or tleman from Texas (Mr. HURD), who

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Unfortu- been absolutely vital to bringing this Task Forces, which utilize Department nately, it could come to an end. legislation to the floor today. component personnel and capabilities, In an effort to ensure the longevity I certainly also want to thank Chair- to secure the land and maritime bor- of this program, language in the bill man SHUSTER and Representative ders of the United States. permanently authorizes portions of the BARLETTA from the Transportation and These tasks were launched in May of Public-Private Partnership program Infrastructure Committee for working 2014 through the Secretary’s Southern for reimbursable services and donation so diligently with us on this particular Border and Approaches Campaign and authority and it establishes a frame- provision. represents a more collaborative ap- work to guide its implementation in a Lastly, this bill authorizes the De- proach to border security missions responsible manner. partment’s Office of Biometric Identity than we have previously seen. Public-private partnership authority Management, or OBIM as we call it, for H.R. 3586 also authorizes two pro- for CBP is a critical issue for border the first time. Since 2003, biometrics grams specifically intended to bolster communities like mine and has proven have been a very important part of the the Department’s ability to identify to be an essential tool to reduce wait Nation’s border security efforts. and prevent threats from entering the times at the border and enhance the se- The biometric service OBIM provides United States via commercial air- curity of the homeland. I believe that is not limited to any one component. It craft—the Air Cargo Advance Screen- we can secure our border and facilitate is a department and a government-wide ing pilot and the Immigration Advisory the flow of goods and services at the asset. For that reason, we believe that Program. Through these two programs, same time. The public-private partner- it should not be located in a single DHS is able to thoroughly screen and ships that would be codified by this law component, like the CBP, where the in- vet cargo and passengers coming to the will ensure just that. formation could, again, be siloed to the United States from abroad on commer- I would like to thank Representative detriment of other Department of cial airplanes and share information MILLER for her leadership on this issue, Homeland Security components. In with international partners prior to de- and I urge my colleagues to support order for biometrics to be used to their parture. this legislation. very fullest potential, we think we There is strong bipartisan support b 1430 need to appropriately fund and mod- and interest in strengthening and im- Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- ernize the data systems that power the proving our border and maritime secu- self such time as I may consume. matching and the collection of biomet- rity efforts among my colleagues on H.R. 3586 helps enhance the coordina- ric information. the Committee on Homeland Security. tion and cooperation among DHS’ bor- Mr. Speaker, our borders can and I urge my colleagues in the House to der security components, and it au- should be secured. We believe that this support H.R. 3586 as well. thorizes integral border security pro- bill provides a framework to really I reserve the balance of my time. grams that enhance homeland security. help organize the Department for suc- Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. I urge my colleagues to support the cess and to improve the coordination of Speaker, I yield such time as he may bill. border and maritime security compo- consume to the distinguished gen- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance nents whose job it is to secure our tleman from Texas (Mr. HURD), from of my time. great Nation. the 23rd Congressional District, who Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Lastly, I would like to also thank the actually has 800 miles of the southwest Speaker, I yield myself such time as I ranking member of our committee, Mr. border in his district. may consume. THOMPSON, and the ranking member on Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, as When we think about some of the re- our subcommittee, Mr. VELA, as well as the representative of dozens of border munerative responsibilities that Mem- all of their staffs, for working with us communities in Texas, I take the obli- bers of Congress have, certainly, secur- in the spirit of bipartisanship to gation to stand up for them seriously. ing our border is one of the most im- strengthen our security. Improvements to security are a key portant. As we can see by what is hap- I ask our colleagues to support this portion of this bill. However, I have pening this year throughout the coun- commonsense bill. long maintained that they are not try, there is an enormous amount of in- I reserve the balance of my time. enough and they are not the only part terest in making sure that we do se- Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- of a successful border strategy. cure our border. I feel that this piece of self such time as I may consume. Trade is the lifeblood of many of legislation is a critical component but I rise in support of H.R. 3586, the Bor- these communities. Yet, far too often that it is not nearly what we need to be der and Maritime Coordination Im- they find themselves relying on ports doing to secure our border. We would provement Act of 2015. of entry that are understaffed and out like to see a border security bill come Mr. Speaker, this legislation aims to of date. This limits growth and strains to the floor. At any rate, I think this is improve the unity of effort between the the ties of the local communities. In a very, very important piece of legisla- various DHS components charged with many cases, they want to do more to tion. securing our land and maritime bor- expand on the Federal resources that Again, it is important to note that ders. H.R. 3586 also seeks to push out currently exist. Public-private partner- this has been a bipartisan effort on this border security to mitigate threats at ships are key to enabling this. legislation, and I certainly appreciate the earliest possible point. Collabora- Let me be clear: port of entry infra- the consideration and the work that we tion and cooperation are vital to ensur- structure is a Federal responsibility, have achieved together, both Demo- ing our efforts are efficient and effec- but that doesn’t mean that local com- crats and Republicans, as we have tive. munities and businesses shouldn’t be worked to secure our borders. I urge H.R. 3586 allows the Department to able to pitch in. my colleagues to support H.R. 3586. leverage the capabilities of its compo- Since January 2014, the Public-Pri- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance nents, such as Customs and Border Pro- vate Partnership pilot program run of my time. tection and the U.S. Coast Guard, to through the Customs and Border Pro- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, as a sen- improve its approach to our border and tection has made a difference. It has ior member of the Homeland Security Com- maritime security. enhanced the ability of CBP to increase mittee, and former ranking member of its Bor- The bill requires the Department to resources and decrease wait times at der and Maritime Security Subcommittee, I assess the use of its resources, air and ports of entry. This program provides rise in support of H.R. 3586, the ‘‘Border and marine assets, and personnel deployed guidance for reimbursable services and Maritime Coordination Improvement Act.’’ both domestically and abroad in order allows CBP to tailor its services to the Our Nation has thousands of miles of coast- to identify opportunities to better co- needs of the stakeholders while meet- lines, lakes, and rivers and hundreds of ports

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There are more people and goods coming nal investigations supporting such task forces. (4) An assessment of the flow of legitimate through our ports of entry than ever before. The bill also directs the the DHS to estab- trade along the southwest border. Last fiscal year, CBP inspected more than lish additional Joint Task Forces to: (5) An assessment of the current percent- 360 million travelers at our air, land, and sea 1. coordinate operations along the northern age of situational awareness achieved by the ports of entry. border; Department of Homeland Security along the Since 2009, we have seen growth in both 2. prevent and respond to homeland secu- southwest border. rity crises; (6) An assessment of the current percent- trade and travel. age of operational control (as such term is In Fiscal Year 2013, total passenger volume 3. establish other regionally based oper- defined in section 2 of the Secure Fence Act was 6.4% higher and total import value was ations; and of 2006 (8 U.S.C. 1701 note; Public Law 109– nearly 40% higher than in Fiscal Year 2011. 4. combat cybersecurity. 367)) achieved by the Department of Home- Houston’s George Bush International and The smuggling of illicit drugs, illegal immi- land Security of the southwest. the William P. Hobby Airports are vital hubs grants, and contraband weapons over the (7) An assessment of impact of trusted for domestic and international air travel: Texas border is a major problem that needs to traveler programs on border wait times and 1. Nearly 40 million passengers traveled be addressed. border security. through Bush International Airport (IAH) and Approximately 1 million passengers and pe- (8) An assessment of traveler crossing times and any potential security vulner- an additional 10 million traveled through Wil- destrians cross the Texas border on a daily basis; of these, on average 23 of these per- ability associated with prolonged wait times. liam P. Hobby (HOU); (b) ANALYSIS REQUIREMENTS.—For the 2. More than 650 daily departures occur at sons are wanted for arrest. southwest border threat analysis required IAH; H.R. 3586 is a positive step in the right di- under subsection (a), the Secretary of Home- 3. IAH is the 11th busiest airport in the U.S. rection and I urge my colleagues to join me in land Security shall consider and examine the for total passenger traffic; and supporting its passage. following: 4. IAH has 12 all-cargo airlines that handled The SPEAKER pro tempore. The (1) Technology needs and challenges, in- more than 419,205 metric tons of cargo in question is on the motion offered by cluding such needs and challenges identified the gentlewoman from Michigan (Mrs. as a result of previous investments that have 2012. not fully realized the security and oper- It was reported in October 2015 that the MILLER) that the House suspend the rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3586, as ational benefits that were sought. William P. Hobby Airport has opened a new (2) Personnel needs and challenges, includ- 280,000 ft complex that includes 5 gates for amended. ing such needs and challenges associated its international concourse in an effort to re-es- The question was taken; and (two- with recruitment and hiring. tablish the airport’s daily international air serv- thirds being in the affirmative) the (3) Infrastructure needs and challenges. ice. rules were suspended and the bill, as (4) The roles and authorities of State, The addition is expected to support travel amended, was passed. local, and tribal law enforcement in general service for nearly 7,500 international pas- A motion to reconsider was laid on border security activities. the table. (5) The status of coordination among Fed- sengers and 25 departing flights a day. eral, State, local, tribal, and Mexican law At the same time, these waterways offer op- f enforcement entities relating to border secu- portunities for terrorists and their instruments, SOUTHWEST BORDER SECURITY rity. drug smugglers, and undocumented persons THREAT ASSESSMENT ACT OF 2016 (6) The terrain, population density, and cli- to enter our country. mate along the southwest border. Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. Speaker, I move Protecting the nation’s border—land, air, (7) International agreements between the to suspend the rules and pass the bill and sea—from illegal entry of people, weap- United States and Mexico related to border (H.R. 4482) to require the Secretary of ons, drugs, and contraband is vital to our security. Homeland Security to prepare a south- (c) CLASSIFIED THREAT ANALYSIS.—To the homeland security, as well as economic pros- west border threat analysis, and for extent possible, the Secretary of Homeland perity. Security shall submit the southwest border The Border and Maritime Coordination Im- other purposes, as amended. The Clerk read the title of the bill. threat analysis required under subsection (a) provement Act: The text of the bill is as follows: in unclassified form. The Secretary may sub- Creates an office of Biometric Identity Man- mit a portion of such threat analysis in clas- agement; H.R. 4482 sified form if the Secretary determines such Establishes the Border Security Joint Task Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- is appropriate. Forces in the East, West and for investiga- resentatives of the United States of America in SEC. 3. BORDER PATROL STRATEGIC PLAN. Congress assembled, tions; (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. after the submission of the threat analysis Updates the Maritime Operations Coordina- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Southwest tion Plan; required under section 2 but not later than Border Security Threat Assessment Act of June 30, 2017, and every five years thereafter, Establishes an Asset Development for the 2016’’. the Secretary of Homeland Security, acting U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office of SEC. 2. SOUTHWEST BORDER THREAT ANALYSIS. through the Chief of U.S. Border Patrol, Air and Marine; (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days shall, in consultation with the Officer for Secures the Transportation Worker Identi- after the date of the enactment of this Act, Civil Rights and Civil Liberties of the De- fication credential against use by unauthorized the Secretary of Homeland Security shall partment of Homeland Security, issue a Bor- aliens; submit to the Committee on Homeland Secu- der Patrol Strategic Plan. Creates a cost-benefit analysis of co-locat- rity of the House of Representatives and the (b) CONTENTS.—The Border Patrol Stra- ing operational entities; Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- tegic Plan required under subsection (a) ernmental Affairs of the Senate a southwest shall include, at a minimum, a consideration Evaluates the Coast Guard Deployable Spe- border threat analysis that includes the fol- of the following: cialized Forces; lowing: (1) The southwest border threat analysis Constructs an evaluation of Coast Guard (1) An assessment of current and potential required under section 2, with an emphasis Deployable Specialized Forces; and terrorism and criminal threats posed by indi- on efforts to mitigate threats identified in Establishes a Customs-Trade Partnership viduals and organized groups seeking to— such threat analysis. against Terrorism Improvement among other (A) unlawfully enter the United States (2) Efforts to analyze and disseminate bor- important changes. through the southwest border; or der security and border threat information I support this legislation because it will help (B) exploit security vulnerabilities along between Department of Homeland Security the southwest border. border security components and with other protect the integrity of our borders and the se- (2) An assessment of improvements needed appropriate Federal departments and agen- curity of our homeland. at and between ports of entry along the cies with missions associated with the bor- H.R. 3586 provides specific responsibilities southwest border to prevent terrorists and der. for the Undersecretary to establish and oper- instruments of terror from entering the (3) Efforts to increase situational aware- ate the newly implemented departmental Joint United States. ness, including the following:

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Once we understand and (4) Efforts to detect and prevent terrorists woman from Arizona. identify the gaps in our defenses, then and instruments of terrorism from entering GENERAL LEAVE we can develop a better plan to address the United States. Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. Speaker, I ask those shortfalls through a change of (5) Efforts to detect, interdict, and disrupt unanimous consent that all Members strategy that modifies how we deploy aliens and illicit drugs at the earliest pos- have 5 legislative days within which to sible point. agents, technology, and infrastructure. (6) Efforts to focus intelligence collection revise and extend their remarks and to That is why my bill also requires the to disrupt transnational criminal organiza- include any extraneous materials on U.S. Border Patrol to design a new tions outside of the international and mari- the bill under consideration. strategic plan that is based on a new time borders of the United States. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there threat analysis required by this bill. (7) Efforts to ensure that any new border objection to the request of the gentle- Mr. Speaker, there is always a lot of security technology can be operationally in- woman from Arizona? talk about securing the border here in tegrated with existing technologies in use by There was no objection. Washington, D.C. It is time to actually the Department of Homeland Security. Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. Speaker, I yield (8) Technology required to maintain, sup- take some action. This bill is a critical myself such time as I may consume. first step in building trust in our sys- port, and enhance security and facilitate Today, we are considering a critical trade at ports of entry, including nonintru- tem and in our ability to accurately piece of legislation that would require sive detection equipment, radiation detec- measure illicit activity along the bor- the Department of Homeland Security tion equipment, biometric technology, sur- der and respond to it. I urge my col- to conduct a full assessment of the veillance systems, and other sensors and leagues to support it. threats that are coming across our technology that the Secretary of Homeland Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Security determines necessary. southern border. (9) Operational coordination unity of effort Evaluating our border threats regu- my time. Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- initiatives of the border security components larly seems like common sense, espe- of the Department of Homeland Security, in- cially given the ever-evolving nature of self such time as I may consume. I rise in support of H.R. 4482, the cluding any relevant task forces of the De- cartel and smuggling activity; yet DHS partment. Southwest Border Security Threat As- has not conducted a systematic threat (10) Lessons learned from Operation sessment Act of 2016. assessment of our southern border in Jumpstart and Operation Phalanx. H.R. 4482 would help enhance the De- over 20 years. A lot has changed since (11) Cooperative agreements and informa- partment of Homeland Security’s bor- tion sharing with State, local, tribal, terri- then. torial, and other Federal law enforcement Southern Arizonans know well that der security efforts by enhancing DHS’ agencies that have jurisdiction on the north- our border is not secure. Transnational understanding of the relevant vulnera- ern or southern border. criminal organizations are trafficking bilities and capabilities and by requir- (12) Border security information received drugs, money, people, and weapons into ing a strategic plan to ensure border from consultation with State, local, tribal, and through our communities. This security personnel, technology, and in- territorial, and Federal law enforcement frastructure resources are being used agencies that have jurisdiction on the north- poses a significant public safety risk and national security threat. For my to their fullest. ern or southern border, or in the maritime Specifically, the bill would require environment, and from border community constituents, this is not just an ab- stakeholders (including through public meet- stract issue but is something that is a the Secretary of Homeland Security to ings with such stakeholders), including rep- part of their everyday lives. assess vulnerabilities and capabilities resentatives from border agricultural and The brave men and women of the on the southwest border to help ranching organizations and representatives Border Patrol do all they can with the counter threats and illegal activities. from business and civic organizations along tools they are provided, but they are The assessment is to include an anal- the northern or southern border. restricted by outdated strategies and ysis of the improvements needed at and (13) Staffing requirements for all depart- between the ports of entry; gaps in law mental border security functions. political leadership that does not have (14) A prioritized list of departmental re- the resolve to let agents do what they and policy between State, local, and search and development objectives to en- do best—secure the border. In addition, tribal law enforcement and inter- hance the security of the southwest border. not only is our strategy based off of national agreements that hinder border (15) An assessment of training programs, outdated information, but the metrics security efforts; the flow of legitimate including training programs regarding the used to measure that strategy are in- trade along the southwest border; and following: consistent and incomplete. the percentage of situational aware- (A) Identifying and detecting fraudulent The last time DHS measured security ness and operational control achieved documents. (B) Understanding the scope of enforce- along the border, which was in 2010, a by DHS in the region. The bill also re- ment authorities and the use of force poli- mere 44 percent of it was under oper- quires the Chief of the Border Patrol to cies. ational control. Recently, DHS claimed issue a Border Patrol Strategic Plan (C) Screening, identifying, and addressing they have been over 80 percent effec- every 5 years based on this assessment. vulnerable populations, such as children and tive along the border; yet the best ana- Last month, the bill was reported to victims of human trafficking. lytical research, using all available the House by the Committee on Home- (16) An assessment of how border security data, puts the true probability of ap- land Security after the inclusion of operations affect crossing times. prehension much closer to 50 percent. provisions that were offered by the SEC. 4. DEFINITIONS. Likewise, a month ago, in a hearing I ranking member, the gentleman from In this Act: led as the chairwoman of the Border Mississippi (Mr. THOMPSON), in order to (1) SITUATIONAL AWARENESS.—The term ‘‘situational awareness’’ means a knowledge and Maritime Security Subcommittee, strengthen an already good, common- and unified understanding of unlawful cross- the Border Patrol confirmed they have sense bill. border activity, including threats and trends only a little over 50 percent situational H.R. 4482 would help the DHS and the concerning illicit trafficking and unlawful awareness of the border. That means, Border Patrol, in particular, to under- crossings (which may be used to forecast fu- of illicit activity coming across our, stand and to mitigate border security ture shifts in such threats and trends), and roughly, 2,000-mile southern border, we threats, to improve coordination and the operational capability to conduct contin- only know of a little over half of it. We cooperation between DHS’ border secu- uous and integrated surveillance of the international borders of the United States. will never secure the border unless we rity components and partners, and to (2) SOUTHWEST BORDER.—The term ‘‘south- have a full awareness of where we are increase situational awareness along west border’’ means the land and maritime getting beat by the cartels. the border. borders between the United States and Mex- The first step to fixing something is I urge my colleagues to support H.R. ico. actually understanding the problem. 4482.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 00:49 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP7.021 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1665 Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance dian tribes within the State or high-risk $500 million from grants to support of my time. urban area, including, as appropriate, rep- States, localities, ports, and transit Ms. MCSALLY. Mr. Speaker, once resentatives of rural, high-population, and systems. again, I urge all of my colleagues on high-threat jurisdictions. The Subcommittee on Emergency ‘‘(3) EXISTING PLANNING COMMITTEES.— Preparedness, Response, and Commu- both sides of the aisle to support H.R. Nothing in this subsection may be construed 4482. to require that any State or high-risk urban nications held a hearing last month on I yield back the balance of my time. area create a State planning committee or the proposed cuts. We heard from rep- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The urban area working group, as the case may resentatives of emergency manage- question is on the motion offered by be, if that State or high-risk urban area has ment, law enforcement, the fire serv- the gentlewoman from Arizona (Ms. established and uses a multijurisdictional ice, and fusion centers. They all had MCSALLY) that the House suspend the planning committee or commission that the same message: these grants have rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4482, as meets the requirements of this subsection.’’. made a difference, and cutting them amended. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- now would have disastrous effects on The question was taken; and (two- ant to the rule, the gentleman from their ability to prevent, to prepare for, thirds being in the affirmative) the New York (Mr. DONOVAN) and the gen- and to respond to terrorist attacks. rules were suspended and the bill, as tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PAYNE) Not only would they be unable to make amended, was passed. each will control 20 minutes. new security investments, but the in- A motion to reconsider was laid on The Chair recognizes the gentleman vestments they have made since 9/11 the table. from New York. would be eroded. In this threat envi- GENERAL LEAVE ronment, this is not the time to back f Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I ask away from our support of our Nation’s STATE AND HIGH-RISK URBAN unanimous consent that all Members first responders. AREA WORKING GROUP ACT have 5 legislative days within which to Mr. Speaker, the States and urban areas that are receiving Homeland Se- Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I move revise and extend their remarks and to include any extraneous materials on curity grant funding take their respon- to suspend the rules and pass the bill sibilities to secure their areas very se- (H.R. 4509) to amend the Homeland Se- the bill under consideration. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there riously. They diligently work through curity Act of 2002 to clarify member- objection to the request of the gen- the planning committees that are dis- ship of State planning committees or tleman from New York? cussed in this bill in order to make urban area working groups for the There was no objection. sure they make sound investments to Homeland Security Grant Program, Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield secure their jurisdictions. The Presi- and for other purposes, as amended. myself such time as I may consume. dent must take the security of these The Clerk read the title of the bill. As the chairman of the Committee on jurisdictions equally as seriously and The text of the bill is as follows: Homeland Security’s Subcommittee on fund these programs accordingly. H.R. 4509 Emergency Preparedness, Response, I support the passage of H.R. 4509. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- and Communications, I rise in support Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of resentatives of the United States of America in of H.R. 4509, the State and High-Risk my time. Congress assembled, Urban Area Working Group Act, which Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. was introduced by the subcommittee’s self such time as I may consume. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘State and ranking member, Congressman PAYNE. I rise in support of H.R. 4509, the High-Risk Urban Area Working Group Act’’. The Homeland Security Act requires State and High-Risk Urban Area Work- SEC. 2. ADMINISTRATION AND COORDINATION States and urban areas that are receiv- ing Group Act. OF CERTAIN DHS GRANTS. Before I begin my statement, I would Subsection (b) of section 2021 of the Home- ing State Homeland Security Grant Program and Urban Areas Security Ini- like to support the comments made by land Security Act of 2002 (6 U.S.C. 611) is my chairman in his being very con- amended to read as follows: tiative funds to have planning commit- cerned about the cuts to the grant that ‘‘(b) PLANNING COMMITTEES.— tees to determine how to efficiently ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Any State or high-risk and effectively expend these funds. have been proposed. urban area receiving a grant under section H.R. 4509 expands the stakeholders who b 1630 2003 or 2004 shall establish a State planning are required to be involved in these committee or urban area working group to Mr. Speaker, I represent the 10th assist in preparation and revision of the committees to include representatives Congressional District of the State of State, regional, or local homeland security from public health, educational insti- New Jersey. Communities throughout plan or the threat and hazard identification tutions, fusion centers, and interoper- my district from Newark to Jersey and risk assessment, as the case may be, and ability coordinators, as appropriate. City have built robust capabilities to to assist in determining effective funding In New York City, the New York City prevent, protect against, and respond priorities for grants under such sections. Police Department, the FDNY, emer- to terrorist attacks and natural disas- ‘‘(2) COMPOSITION.— gency management, and public health, ters with State Homeland Security ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The State planning along with other partners, work to- grants and the Urban Areas Security committees and urban area working groups gether to ensure that these grant funds referred to in paragraph (1) shall include at Initiative funding. least one representative from each of the fol- provide the biggest return on invest- I am proud of the progress New Jer- lowing significant stakeholders: ment for the city’s security. Time and sey has made in preparing and pro- ‘‘(i) Local or tribal government officials. again, these officials have told me how tecting against terrorist attacks with ‘‘(ii) Emergency response providers, which important these funds are to their abil- these important grant dollars. I cannot shall include representatives of the fire serv- ity to ensure the security of millions of stress enough the critical role these ice, law enforcement, emergency medical residents, commuters, and visitors in funds play in my district’s ability to services, and emergency managers. the city each day. They have used protect itself from terrorist attacks ‘‘(iii) Public health officials and other ap- these funds to train personnel, to con- propriate medical practitioners. and natural disasters. 1 ‘‘(iv) Individuals representing educational duct exercises, and to procure heli- Over the past 3 ⁄2 years, I have served institutions, including elementary schools, copters, fireboats, cameras, and radi- as the ranking member of the Com- community colleges, and other institutions ation detection equipment. mittee on Homeland Security’s Emer- of higher education. This funding is vital now more than gency Preparedness Subcommittee. In ‘‘(v) State and regional interoperable com- ever. Securing high-risk urban areas, this capacity, I have seen the benefits munications coordinators, as appropriate. like New York City, becomes more realized across the Nation from DHS’ ‘‘(vi) State and major urban area fusion challenging every day considering the Homeland Security Grant Program. centers, as appropriate. fact that we are at our highest threat With this funding, State and local ‘‘(B) GEOGRAPHIC REPRESENTATION.—The members of the State planning committee or level since the September 11 terrorist governments equip first responders urban area working group, as the case may attacks. That is why it is so out- with the much-needed protective be, shall be a representative group of individ- rageous that the President’s fiscal year equipment and emergency communica- uals from the counties, cities, towns, and In- 2017 budget proposes to cut more than tions technologies as well. These

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I think it is important that, These activities facilitate important state and local governments to provide addi- as this bill makes its way, its interpre- tional protections and response capabilities. relationships among the individuals SIA and its members believe that the in- tation will be that we add community and entities that play critical roles in clusion of educational facilities, emergency leaders who are the kind of persons disaster prevention and response. communications coordinators and fusion who are engaged with the day-to-day As successful as DHS’ Homeland Se- centers will help improve state and local goings-on of neighborhoods, knowing curity Grant Programs have been, how- homeland security grant planning processes how important it is for them to be ever, more needs to be done to ensure as they are aligned with evolving threats. heard during times of a terrorist act or SIA members have assisted many home- those who are responsible for the var- land security grantees with technology solu- any other disaster to be restored. ious aspects of the disaster response tions essential to securing critical infra- Again, I am grateful for this legisla- plan, train, and exercise together be- structure such as maritime ports and air- tion and the leadership of Mr. PAYNE fore a disaster strikes. ports, schools, power generation and trans- and Mr. WALDEN. I ask my colleagues Indeed, Save the Children testified mission systems, hospitals, factories, transit to enthusiastically support this legisla- before my subcommittee about the dis- systems, and governmental buildings. tion. connect in some communities between SIA urges swift consideration of H.R. 4509 To those who may be engaged all by the House Homeland Security Committee, around America with preparedness, it emergency planners and school dis- and on the House floor. We stand ready to tricts and childcare facilities. provide any further information you may is important, of course, to have every A GAO report I requested with need. Thank you for your time and attention aspect of our community involved in former subcommittee chair SUSAN to this important matter. these planning committees so that BROOKS released earlier this week re- Sincerely, their voices can be heard on how best vealed that about 68 percent of school DON ERICKSON, to heal, to solve, and to restore after a districts surveyed incorporate the dis- CEO, Security Industry Association. tragedy has occurred in our local com- trict emergency management plans Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I urge my munities. into the broader community’s emer- colleagues to support H.R. 4509, and I Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 4482, gency management plan. That is good reserve the balance of my time. a legislation that will require an analysis of the progress, but we must do better. Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I have Southwest Border Threat from the Secretary The State and High-Risk Urban Area no other speakers. If the gentleman of Homeland Security and a Border Patrol Working Group Act seeks to build upon from New Jersey has no other speak- Strategic Plan from the Chief of the Border the relationships that the State Home- ers, I am prepared to close once the Patrol. land Security Grant Programs and the gentleman does. I support this legislation as a senior member Urban Areas Security Initiative facili- Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 of the House Committee on Homeland Secu- minutes to the gentlewoman from tate and to ensure decisionmakers have rity and the Ranking Member of the Judiciary Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE). a complete understanding of a commu- Subcommittee on Crime, Terrorism, Homeland Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I nity’s vulnerabilities so that invest- Security and Investigations; I believe that Con- rise in support of H.R. 4509. I thank the gress can and should do more to ensure the ments can be prioritized appropriately. gentleman from New Jersey for his as- H.R. 4509 would facilitate the whole safety of our southern border from terrorism tuteness, along with Mr. WALDEN, for a and criminal threats. community approach to disaster plan- very important initiative. ning by identifying key players to be My service in the House of Representatives Having been on the Homeland Secu- has focused on making sure that our nation is included in the State planning commit- rity Committee since the tragic ter- tee’s Urban Area Working Groups. secure and prosperous. rorist attack against the United The U.S. has thousands of miles of coast- From firefighters and police to med- States, I have watched the formation ical community and school officials, lines, lakes, and rivers and hundreds of ports of this department and the issues that that provide opportunities for legitimate travel, H.R. 4509 would ensure that the right are important to secure America. people are at the table when decisions trade, and recreation. I have lived through various proc- Ports serve as America’s gateway to the are made about how Federal Homeland esses and various disasters that are not global economy since the nation’s economic Security Grant funds are to be spent at terrorist related to know how impor- prosperity rests on the ability of containerized the State and local levels. tant these grants overall are. and bulk cargo arriving unimpeded at U.S. H.R. 4509 was approved by the Com- The grants, in particular, that are ports to support the rapid delivery system that mittee on Homeland Security by voice dealing with this bill in planning com- underpins the manufacturing and retail sec- vote, and similar language was ap- mittee are extremely important to add tors. proved in a larger package late last to the planning committee those indi- A central component of national security is year. viduals who are beyond the very able the ability of our international ports to move The legislation also has the support work of our firefighters and police offi- goods in and out of the country. of the Security Industry Association, cers. Those are first responders. But it According to the Department of Commerce and I include in the RECORD a letter is very important to engage the com- in 2012, Texas exports totaled $265 billion. from the Association. munity, such as schools, medical pro- In 2012, ship channel-related businesses SECURITY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION, fessions, and beyond. contributed 1,026,820 jobs and generated March 22, 2016. I hope, as this legislation passes, we more than $178.5 billion in statewide eco- Hon. DONALD PAYNE, will also look to having on the plan- nomic activity. House of Representatives, ning committee some of the leaders on The Port of Houston is a 25-mile-long com- Washington, DC. Homeland Security issues that are in plex of diversified public and private facilities DEAR REPRESENTATIVE PAYNE: On behalf of our community. the Security Industry Association (SIA), and located just a few hours’ sailing time from the For example, I have an individual by Gulf of Mexico. its more than 600 corporate members, I the name of Charles X. White who has would like to express our strong support for In 2014, the Port of Houston was ranked H.R. 4509, the State and High-Risk Urban led issues on homeland security for a among U.S. ports: Area Working Group Act, which clarifies the very long time. His activism created an 1st in foreign tonnage; roles and responsibilities of state planning opportunity for there to be a homeland 1st among Texas ports with 46% of market committees and urban area working groups security specialty and discipline at share by tonnage and 95% market share in under the Homeland Security Grant Pro- Texas Southern University because the containers by total TEUS in 2014; gram. community is involved, involved on 1st among Gulf Coast container ports, han- H.R. 4509 amends Title 6 U.S.C. 611 to in- issues of evacuation, involved on issues dling 67% of U.S. Gulf Coast container traffic clude additional stakeholder representation of restoration, involved on issues of in 2014; and in committees and working groups that set making sure funding gets to those nec- local priorities for grants awarded through 2nd in U.S. ports in terms of total foreign the Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) essary entities that may not be known cargo value (based on U.S. Dept. of Com- and the State Homeland Security Grant Pro- on a global sense and, when I say that, merce, Bureau of Census). gram (SHSGP). We believe this is critical in in a countywide, city-wide, or state- The Government Accountability Office light of recent attacks and broader terrorist wide sense. (GAO), reports that the Port of Houston and

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At the same time, these waterways offer op- Association for their support. (c) EFFECTS ON OTHER AIRPORTS.—The Ad- portunities for terrorists and their instruments, I yield back the balance of my time. ministrator of the Transportation Security drug smugglers, and undocumented persons Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield Administration shall carry out this section to enter our country. myself the balance of my time to close. in a manner that does not negatively affect U.S. seaports, like the Port of Houston, are I once again urge my colleagues to operations at airports not described in this vulnerable to terrorist attacks. support H.R. 4509. section that are otherwise provided security H.R. 4482 will require the Secretary of screening conducted by the Transportation I yield back the balance of my time. Security Administration. Homeland Security to analyze and assess the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. southwest border threat: question is on the motion offered by WALKER). Pursuant to the rule, the Terrorism and criminal threats seeking un- the gentleman from New York (Mr. lawful entrance to the U.S. through the south- gentleman from Texas (Mr. HURD) and DONOVAN) that the House suspend the the gentleman from New Jersey (Mr. west border or exploiting border vulnerabilities; rules and pass the bill, H.R. 4509, as Improvements needed in border ports to PAYNE) each will control 20 minutes. amended. prevent the entrance of terrorism into the U.S.; The Chair recognizes the gentleman The question was taken; and (two- Law, policy, cooperation between state, from Texas. thirds being in the affirmative) the local or tribal law enforcement, international or rules were suspended and the bill, as GENERAL LEAVE tribal agreements that hinder effective and effi- amended, was passed. Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I cient border security, counterterrorism, anti- A motion to reconsider was laid on ask unanimous consent that all Mem- human smuggling and trafficking efforts and the table. bers have 5 legislative days within legitimate trade along the southwest border; which to revise and extend their re- Current percentage of situational awareness f marks and include any extraneous ma- and operational control of U.S. borders TREATING SMALL AIRPORTS WITH terials on the bill under consideration. achieved by DHS of international land and FAIRNESS ACT OF 2016 The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there maritime borders of the U.S. objection to the request of the gen- H.R. 4482 will require the Chief of the Bor- Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I move to suspend the rules and pass the tleman from Texas? der Patrol to issue by March 1, 2017, and There was no objection. every five years after, a Border Patrol Stra- bill (H.R. 4549) to require the Transpor- tation Security Administration to con- Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I tegic Plan: yield myself such time as I may con- Evaluation of southwest border threat anal- duct security screening at certain air- ports, and for other purposes, as sume. ysis; As a Representative, I love fighting Assessment of principal border security amended. The Clerk read the title of the bill. for the little guy, battling the bureauc- threats; racy on behalf of those who can’t. Efforts to focus intelligence collection to dis- The text of the bill is as follows: H.R. 4549 Today I am fighting for the little air- rupt transnational criminal organizations out- ports. side of U.S. borders; Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- I think that the people who are de- Ensure new border security technology can resentatives of the United States of America in pendent on small airports in order to be operationally integrated with existing DHS Congress assembled, travel and conduct business deserve the technologies; SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. same security that those at larger air- Technology required to maintain, support, This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Treating ports get. And this isn’t just about se- and enhance security and facilitate trade at Small Airports with Fairness Act of 2016’’. curity. It is about jobs and the econ- ports of entry; SEC. 2. CONDUCT OF SECURITY SCREENING BY Cooperative agreements and information THE TRANSPORTATION SECURITY omy. ADMINISTRATION AT CERTAIN AIR- In the past 3 years, nearly 30 airports sharing with state, local, and federal law en- PORTS. forcement agencies that have jurisdiction on across the country have lost commer- (a) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator of the cial service. This wreaks havoc on the the northern and southern borders; Transportation Security Administration Prioritized list of research and development shall provide for security screening to be local economy and, ultimately, the objective to enhance the security of borders; conducted by the Transportation Security community. In at least six of these Assessment of training programs for detect- Administration at, and provide all necessary cases, airlines have reevaluated and ing fraudulent documents, understanding staff and equipment to, any airport— sought to return at a later date. scope of enforcement authorities and the use (1) that lost commercial air service on or Unfortunately, in many cases, even if after January 1, 2013; and it has only been several months, TSA of force policies, and screening, identifying, (2) the operator of which, following the loss and addressing vulnerable populations; has already removed their resources described in paragraph (1), submits to the from the airports and have refused to Assessment of how border security oper- Administrator— ations affect crossing times. (A) a request for security screening to be return. The irony is that many of these Let me close by reminding my colleagues conducted at such airport by the Transpor- airports have simultaneously been that earlier this year we passed the Northern tation Security Administration; and awarded funding by the U.S. Depart- Border Security Act, which secured our border (B) written confirmation of a commitment ment of Transportation in order to re- with Canada. from a commercial air carrier— gain and promote commercial air serv- Now it is time to protect our Southern Bor- (i) that such air carrier intends to resume ice. commercial air service at such airport; and der, therefore I urge all Members to join me in While one Federal agency agrees to (ii) to resume such service not later than invest in getting the airport up and voting to pass H.R. 4482. the date that is one year after the date of the Mr. DONOVAN. Mr. Speaker, I re- submission of the request under subpara- going, another Federal agency is refus- serve the balance of my time. graph (A). ing to provide security screening. This Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- (b) DEADLINE.—Subject to the one-year makes no sense from a budgetary self the balance of my time to close. limitation described in subsection standpoint and is simply unfair.

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We will find out what you Given the national and homeland se- and provides screening services to new are carrying, what is in your bags, and curity-related institutions serviced di- airports, they do not do so at the ex- then we will put you on a connecting rectly by the Del Rio airport and the pense of other airports in the system. flight. potential boost to the economy, it only If TSA does this right and manages Does anybody think that is good se- makes sense to provide basic screening. its staffing resources in a thoughtful curity? Does anybody think that peo- Del Rio, Texas, is not alone. This is and holistic manner, there is no reason ple who want to do us harm aren’t playing out across the country from for other airports to be negatively im- going to figure that gaping hole out? New Jersey to California. By screening pacted. Portland International Airport was these passengers at the point of origin, Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of willing to work with us, but it made no we are further decreasing wait times at my time. sense. So we pleaded with TSA: Can’t our larger hub airports. Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I you come back? You were here before. The bill is a bipartisan effort and has yield such time as he may consume to It won’t take much. passed out of the Homeland Security the gentleman from Oregon (Mr. WAL- And they basically said no. And that Committee with unanimous support. DEN), the principal author of this legis- is what brings us here today. For our Equally bipartisan companion legisla- lation, a gentleman who has been fight- Nation’s security, for the economic se- tion with the exact same language has ing for small communities and commu- curity of our small communities, we been included in the Senate’s FAA re- nities all over the country. need to pass this bipartisan legislation. authorization, which passed out of Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I want to On a side note, the Nation’s only F– committee unanimously as well. thank Congressman HURD for his lead- 15 training unit is in Klamath Falls at We are all in agreement that this is ership on this issue. I want to thank as Kingsley Airfield. So our F–15 pilots an important step towards achieving well the gentleman from New Jersey have to come out now, and rather than economic and national security. I want (Mr. PAYNE), the gentleman from Mis- fly into Klamath Falls, they have to to thank my fellow Members, Rep- sissippi (Mr. THOMPSON), and the gen- fly into an airport that is at least, resentatives WALDEN, DEFAZIO, LUM- tleman from Oregon (Mr. DEFAZIO) for well, on a bad day probably 2 hours MIS, KILMER, and DAVIS, who cospon- helping us out on this, and certainly over the mountains, and then come sored this piece of legislation. Chairman MICHAEL MCCAUL. over. So we are paying all that extra I urge all Members to join me in sup- This answer by the TSA makes no transportation cost, we are paying ho- porting this bill. sense from a security standpoint and tels, everything else, delaying their ac- I reserve the balance of my time. hurts our smaller communities that cess to training, and that doesn’t make Mr. PAYNE. I yield myself such time may go from time to time without air sense, either. as I may consume. service but clamor for air service. If So let’s be safe and secure. Let’s be Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. you are a big airport and you lose a smart and prudent. Let’s pass this leg- 4549, the Treating Small Airports with carrier, you probably have several oth- islation and allow our communities to Fairness Act of 2016. ers there serving the people of that have the air service they need and our Under this act, TSA would be re- area. country to have the security that we quired to provide staffing and screen- If you are a small airport and you demand. This is commonsense legisla- ing equipment to any airport that lost have one carrier, as is the case in tion that we need to pass. I thank both commercial air service on or after Jan- Klamath Falls, Oregon, in June of 2014, sides of the aisle for their great work uary 1, 2013, if the operator submits a when SkyWest pulled out, they had no on this with us. Together, we are going request to TSA together with a written other carriers, so they immediately to do the right policy even when TSA commitment from a commercial air began to seek additional air service. wouldn’t. carrier that such carrier intends to re- The city of Klamath Falls acted dili- Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 sume service at such airport not later gently. They recruited a new partner, minutes to the gentleman from Oregon than 1 year after the date on which the Peninsula Airways, in July of 2015, so (Mr. DEFAZIO). request is submitted. like a year later they had somebody in Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I thank It is my understanding that, without line and everything was working out. my colleague for yielding me the time this legislation or alternative meas- They go to TSA, and TSA says: No, and for his support of the bill. I thank ures, should commercial service return we are not coming back. the majority side also. to the affected airports, the passengers Their answer was to reverse screen. I don’t represent the area where this who depart the airport would fly I said: Well, what is that? airport is located, but GREG WALDEN unscreened to their destination and be Well, that means you board the 28- or and I represent two of the largest dis- subject to security screening upon ar- 30-passenger airplane with all your lug- tricts, geographically speaking, in Con- rival if they have to connect to another gage, everything else, and then you gress. The problems that are created by destination via commercial air flight. fly—in this case 236 miles north to the lack of air service to Klamath The potential universe of airports Portland, Oregon, Oregon’s largest Falls, the gentleman has already well that are believed to be implicated by city—then you deplane on the tarmac, documented. It is about a 4-hour drive this legislation is over 20, but there are and you come back through like you to Portland, which is the nearest place at least 6 airports that are expected to had just driven up. where you can get a variety of hubbed pursue Federal screening operations. Well, that is an interesting way to destinations out of there. Flying a provide security for the Nation’s com- plane into the Portland metropolitan b 1500 munities and airplanes because that area, twin-engine, fairly heavy plane As a member of the Subcommittee on means you have flown right up the en- with no screening and no security, de- Transportation Security, I believe that tire length of Oregon, from the Cali- fies common sense. it is important that passengers under- fornia border down here in Klamath Now, unfortunately, I was principal, go a security screening before boarding Falls all the way to Portland. after 9/11, with JOHN MICA in creating commercial flights. Now, let me put that in an East TSA, and there are days when we have As we have heard from TSA and var- Coast perspective for you. That would concerns and regrets, and this is cer- ious media reports, this travel season be like boarding a plane in Raleigh- tainly one of them. It was not our in- is expected to be the busiest in many Durham International Airport down in tent to create an agency that could years. One of the factors contributing Raleigh, North Carolina, and then you dictate who could and couldn’t have air to the long wait times at airports would fly all the way up to Reagan service. That is not within TSA’s scope

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.047 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1669 of jurisdiction. This is outrageous that services—to begin these much-needed We would hope that would not be the they would try to deny this. flights. case in America, and as well in rural Remember, TSA, you can’t lobby Shortly thereafter, without adequate airports. But certainly if a commercial Congress. But I hear they have been explanation, TSA, of course as we have airline comes back to a rural commu- lobbying in some phone calls, saying: heard, denied the request. I soon nity, they need appropriate security. this will cost $50 million; it will take learned from other airports, other com- As we grow in developing our security away service from your airport, which munities across America that I wasn’t matrix, they may need security that is why the committee said they can’t alone. Other airports located predomi- expands into the outer areas, depend- take it away. nantly in rural communities, in nearly ing upon risks. But the one thing we No, these are going to be part-time identical situations, were also being know is that they need to fall in the screeners. Klamath Falls has even of- denied screening services. category of what we said after 9/11: a fered to hire private screeners. TSA Perhaps most troubling to me—and I professional, well-trained security says no. TSA is giving away equip- heard a lot of troubling testimony team, the Transportation Security Ad- ment, surplusing equipment that is here—was that no credible reason was ministration and TSO. still perfectly functional for an airport given for declining the screening serv- I have a lot of confidence, as I have like Klamath Falls, so there is no cost ices, again, just a few weeks after they had in previous TSA Administrators, in involved there. At worst, they are were still screening flights in Salina, their understanding of the seriousness going to have a few part-time screeners Kansas, saying we can’t do it now. of their responsibilities. I have the and they are going to have to move the I believe our rural communities in same kind of confidence in the admiral, surplus equipment there and plug it Kansas and others across the Nation along with Secretary Johnson, that back in. This isn’t going to cost mil- are tired of being left with the short they understand that we are the front lions of dollars. end of the stick and Washington bu- line on securing this Nation. So the This is, plain and simple, a common- reaucrats thinking they can get away airports that have a commercial air- sense approach to how we will make with it. line signed, agreed, and sealed need our entire system safer and also pro- In response to these lame excuses, I that kind of security. We must leave no vide what small cities need. Airports urge passage of our TSA Fairness Act stone unturned as it relates to airport are a critical, critical factor in eco- today. This legislation will reverse the security. nomic development and recruitment denial by TSA and ensure they stop Now, obviously, with no security for small cities across the western discriminating against rural commu- mechanism, it makes it difficult to United States. When you have a willing nities like Salina, Kansas. The service have a commercial structure, but more agreement they have reached with partner, a growing airline, PenAir, importantly, it opens up the airport Great Lakes Airlines will support our that has signed a commitment to come system to get into, if you will, the sys- region’s continued economic growth. back in and provide service, as they do tem of travel and, not knowing how As the chairman of the Subcommittee for some communities in my district, terrorists think, to start at one point on Economic Growth, Tax and Capital then it is not the place of the TSA to that is more vulnerable than others Access, I understand how important re- say, oh, no, hold it up, sorry, can’t do and wind up in the Nation’s busiest air- liable air service is for Salina, Kansas, that. PenAir probably wouldn’t even be ports. and our region. It is a simple fix with willing to provide the service without this bill. b 1515 screening because what would their li- I appreciate my colleague from Texas So I support this legislation. I look ability be if they are flying unscreened carrying this on the floor. It will en- forward to determining and encour- passengers on a commercial airline? I sure TSA continues to fulfill its mis- aging funding for this expansion. Obvi- am not even sure what the FAA would sion, which is to ensure freedom of ously, that would be the concern—cer- have to say about that. movement for people and commerce, tainly, in the appropriations process— This is absolutely outrageous, and it and again for Salina and other rural and I can only imagine that there are is just absurd that Congress has to step communities across Kansas. those of us who are committed in a bi- in and act to rectify this misguided Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 partisan way to making sure that step by the TSA, but by passing this minutes to the gentlewoman from every aspect of the Nation’s travel sys- bill, we will. I recommend this bill to Texas (Ms. JACKSON LEE). tem, whether you are going from rail my colleagues on both sides of the Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I to bus to plane or in any other manner, aisle. thank the gentleman from New Jersey. is, of course, protected. Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I I thank the gentleman from Oregon I ask my colleagues to support this yield 5 minutes to the distinguished (Mr. WALDEN), the sponsor of this bill, legislation, and I thank Mr. PAYNE and gentleman from Kansas (Mr. as well as the numbers of individuals Mr. HURD for their leadership. HUELSKAMP). who came to the floor. Mr. Speaker, as a member of the Homeland Mr. HUELSKAMP. Mr. Speaker, I ap- I chaired the Subcommittee on Security Committee and a former chair of the preciate my colleagues from Texas and Transportation Security of the Com- Subcommittee on Transportation Security and across the Nation who, as I have dis- mittee on Homeland Security some Infrastructure Protection, I rise in support of covered with this bill, have similar years ago and happily remain on that H.R. 4549, ‘‘Treating Small Airports with Fair- problems. In my particular case, it is committee because I do think it has a ness Act of 2016’’ which requires the Trans- the city of Salina, Kansas, which is lo- crucial and important role. I do believe portation Security Administration (TSA) to re- cated only 100 miles from the closest in your cause and in this legislation. store security and screening services to any hub, and it has long provided valuable We like to think of rural America as airport that lost air services after January 1, air service either to Kansas City or a being tranquil areas. But in light of the 2013 but has a guarantee from a commercial little bit farther to Denver. Due to cir- recent incident in Brussels, many of us airline to resume service. cumstances beyond Salina’s control, who are students of aviation security A number of airports in rural parts of the just in January their air carrier are well aware of a number of elements United States have lost commercial air service stopped providing flights from Salina, of weakness, period. Whether or not it in the past years. and TSA obviously withdrew screening is the perimeters of the airports or in- Those living in rural areas without easy ac- services. gress and egress of airports, whether or cess by highway to other airports have lost a However, just a few weeks later—just not it is the access of employees, of vital travel option. a few weeks later—the airport and which we make no general indictment Once an airport receives a commitment Great Lakes Airlines reached an excit- of the hardworking individuals who from an airline to begin or re-establish service ing agreement to restore air service to work at airports, but we know that the it at an airport, it also must get TSA to re-es- and from Salina. As we have heard the ingress and egress in many of our large tablish passenger and baggage screening, but same story, the airport sent a request airports still gives us pause, and now, in some cases TSA denies the airport’s re- to TSA asking them to reinstate obviously, the conspicuous utilization quest to re-establish security screening. screening services—again, this is just a of the open space where the terrorists For example, TSA at Crater Lake-Klamath few weeks after they had ended the did their havoc in Brussels. Regional Airport in southern Oregon denied

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.048 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1670 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 13, 2016 the airport’s request to restore security screen- the gentleman from Texas (Mr. HURD) (f) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: ing, citing the unpredictability of air service in that the House suspend the rules and (1) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- the region and the inability to maintain con- pass the bill, H.R. 4549, as amended. TEES.—The term ‘‘appropriate congressional committees’’ means— sistent passenger loads. The question was taken; and (two- thirds being in the affirmative) the (A) in the House of Representatives— Without TSA security screenings, airports (i) the Committee on Homeland Security; must make alternative security arrangements, rules were suspended and the bill, as and such as having security screening of pas- amended, was passed. (ii) the Committee on Foreign Affairs; and sengers and baggage occur once the flight ar- A motion to reconsider was laid on (B) in the Senate— rives at a large connection airport. the table. (i) the Committee on Homeland Security Under H.R. 4549, TSA must begin security f and Governmental Affairs; and (ii) the Committee on Foreign Relations. screenings at an airport either 90 days after a ENHANCING OVERSEAS TRAVELER request for screening is made by the airport or (2) EXPORT ADMINISTRATION REGULATIONS.— VETTING ACT The term ‘‘Export Administration Regula- when commercial air service commences, Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I move to tions’’ means— whichever is later. (A) the Export Administration Regulations This requirement would apply only to air- suspend the rules and pass the bill (H.R. 4403) to authorize the develop- as maintained and amended under the au- ports where the airline has said it will resume thority of the International Emergency Eco- ment of open-source software based on services within a year of when the airport has nomic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) and certain systems of the Department of requested the restoration of TSA screening. codified in subchapter C of chapter VII of Small cities in 25 States have lost commer- Homeland Security and the Depart- title 15, Code of Federal Regulations; or ment of State to facilitate the vetting cial air service and the local economy of the (B) any successor regulations. of travelers against terrorist cities involved suffers. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- watchlists and law enforcement data- The loss of airports in these small commu- ant to the rule, the gentleman from bases, enhance border management, nities results in using small propeller-powered California (Mr. ROYCE) and the gen- and improve targeting and analysis, planes that charge fares much higher propor- tleman from California (Mr. SHERMAN) and for other purposes, as amended. tionately than those of conventional airlines. each will control 20 minutes. The Clerk read the title of the bill. The Chair recognizes the gentleman Closing airports in these cities results in lost The text of the bill is as follows: from California (Mr. ROYCE). tourist dollars and airport revenue which bene- H.R. 4403 fits the community tremendously. GENERAL LEAVE Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- H.R. 4549 directs TSA to restore security resentatives of the United States of America in Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- and screening services to airports that lost air Congress assembled, imous consent that all Members may service and have a guarantee from a commer- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. have 5 legislative days to revise and ex- cial airline to resume service. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Enhancing tend their remarks and to include any H.R. 4549 requires restoration of TSA Overseas Traveler Vetting Act’’. extraneous material on the bill. screening to a limited number of airports that SEC. 2. OPEN-SOURCE SCREENING SOFTWARE. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there have a guarantee from a commercial airline in- (a) IN GENERAL.—Subject to subsection (c), objection to the request of the gen- cluding: Klamath Falls, Oregon; Del Rio, the Secretary of Homeland Security and the tleman from California? Secretary of State— There was no objection. Texas; Sheridan, Wyoming; and Salina, Kan- (1) are authorized to develop open-source sas. software based on U.S. Customs and Border Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- I urge all Members to join me in voting to Protection’s global travel targeting and self such time as I may consume. pass H.R. 4549. analysis systems and the Department of I just want to begin by thanking our Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- State’s watchlisting, identification, and colleague, Mr. HURD from Texas, for his self such time as I may consume. screening systems in order to facilitate the work here on behalf of the safety and In closing, Mr. Speaker, I would like vetting of travelers against terrorist security of the American people. He is to note the bipartisan nature in which watchlists and law enforcement databases, a former CIA undercover officer. As a this measure comes to the floor today. enhance border management, and improve result of that, I think he had some targeting and analysis; and unique insights here in moving this I thank Members for their support of (2) may make such software and any re- this measure, and I encourage support lated technical assistance or training avail- legislation. The name of this bill is En- for this legislation. Enactment will able to foreign governments or multilateral hancing Overseas Traveler Vetting Act. contribute to strengthening the avia- organizations for such purposes. I would also like to thank one other tion security system by ensuring that (b) REPORT TO CONGRESS.—Not later than Member, and that is the Homeland Se- passengers undergo screening before 60 days after the date of the enactment of curity chairman, Mr. MCCAUL. He is boarding commercial flights. this Act, the Secretary of Homeland Secu- also on the committee that Mr. SHER- rity and Secretary of State shall submit to MAN and I serve on, but I thank him for I had the pleasure of being in south the appropriate congressional committees a Texas in the last week, and I flew out plan to implement subsection (a). his leadership on the bipartisan Task of McAllen, Texas. I see the nature and (c) PROVISION OF SOFTWARE AND CONGRES- Force on Combating Terrorist and For- size of these airports; but, neverthe- SIONAL NOTIFICATION.—Not later than 15 days eign Fighter Travel. That task force less, they should have the same sup- before the open-source software described in made recommendations, with the help port as the larger airports. subsection (a) is made available to foreign of Mr. HURD, and it led to the introduc- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance governments or multilateral organizations tion of this important piece of legisla- pursuant to such subsection, the Secretary of my time. of Homeland Security and Secretary of tion. It was passed out of the com- Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I State, with the concurrence of the Director mittee I chair, the Foreign Affairs yield myself such time as I may con- of National Intelligence, shall— Committee, back in February. I also sume. (1) certify to the appropriate congressional want to recognize Mr. ELIOT ENGEL and Mr. Speaker, today is a good day. De- committees that such availability is in the Mr. SHERMAN for their assistance and spite the circus atmosphere that we national security interests of the United support on this as well. often see in Washington, D.C., we are States; and I think the reason this has such reso- strengthening national security and (2) provide to such committees information nance with the Members in the House on how such software or any related tech- improving the communities across our nical assistance or training will be made is because the global threat of ter- Nation, and we are doing this in a bi- available. rorism has never been as high as it is partisan effort. (d) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—The authority today. In just the last 12 months, we I would like to thank my colleagues provided under this section shall be exer- have seen terrorists strike in my home on both sides of the aisle and, again, cised in accordance with applicable provi- State of California; we have seen it in urge all of my colleagues to support sions of the Arms Export Control Act (22 France, Belgium, Turkey, India, Tuni- H.R. 4549. U.S.C. 2751 et seq.), the Export Administra- sia—where I just was a few days ago— tion Regulations, or any other similar provi- Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance sion of law. the Ivory Coast, Nigeria, Pakistan, and of my time. (e) PROHIBITION ON ADDITIONAL FUNDING.— Iraq. We were up in Erbil and Baghdad. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The No additional funds are authorized to be ap- And I have got to tell you, this is a question is on the motion offered by propriated to carry out this section. situation that is compounding. No

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It is radicalizing them and, in- curity Committee. did bear such a stamp, any European creasingly, doing it without them even I am a cosponsor of this legislation, can simply go and ask for a replace- having to leave their neighborhood. and I supported it in the House Foreign ment passport and, in most cases, there I just returned, as I mentioned, from Affairs Committee, which considered will be no record available to the Iraq, Tunisia, and Jordan, and I heard the bill on February 24, and voted it United States that this person had ever firsthand there about the foreign fight- out by voice unanimously, with no op- visited Syria or Iraq. So we need a system that gives us er threat. You have got 35,000 for- position. It is also my understanding the best possible opportunity to iden- eigners right now, and 3,600 of them that the bill also passed unanimously tify foreign fighters, but especially were from Europe. They are actually in the Committee on Homeland Secu- from a total of 120 countries. They those who hold European passports. rity. If we are going to fight and prevent have traveled to the Middle East to As the chairman of our committee global terrorism in tandem with other join ISIS. Many of these fighters are explained, this legislation authorizes countries, the United States and our now looking to return to their homes the State Department and the Depart- allies must be on the same page when back in Brussels, back in Paris and the ment of Homeland Security to develop it comes to vetting travelers and capitals of Europe—even here in the open-source versions of software that tracking would-be terrorists. This leg- United States. vets travelers against terrorist watch Bazi was the name of a young girl islation helps us do just that. lists and law enforcement databases. I urge my colleagues to support H.R. who testified before our committee. Once the software is developed, we will Mr. SHERMAN and I remember some of 4403. be able to share it with our allies and Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of the things she told us. She was taken multilateral organizations involved in captive by an American who had been my time. police work, such as INTERPOL. That Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I yield as recruited over the Internet to join means that we will have better soft- much time as he may consume to the ISIS. She became his concubine, and he ware in the hands of worldwide law en- gentleman from Texas (Mr. HURD), who felt compelled to tell her this was part forcement sooner and it will be inter- of his ideology. He had converted to is a member of the Committee on operable. Homeland Security, and he is also the this. As a result of her being an apos- As things stand now, we do not have tate, she had to go through what other author of this bill. a comprehensive global database for Mr. HURD of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Yazidis and Christians and other faiths identifying and tracking terrorists. As thank Representative SHERMAN for his had to go through, which was to submit the bipartisan Task Force on Com- support of this bill; and I would like to to him and to the will of his particular bating Terrorist and Foreign Fighter thank Chairman ROYCE, not only for code. Travel, which was established by Eventually, she got loose. She got his support of this bill, but for every- Chairman MCCAUL and the Committee free of him and told us that tale of thing that he does on his committee to on Homeland Security, highlighted in how, ultimately, she lost every male in make sure that our allies know that its September 2015 report, ‘‘countries, the village—all her brothers—and how they can trust us and that our enemies including the United States, rely on a her sisters are now concubines. Many know they should fear us. patchwork system for swapping ex- of them were foreign fighters, and that Last month, terrorists struck again tremist identities, increasing the odds is why information sharing between in the heart of Europe. Their attack in foreign fighters will slip through the countries is more critical now than Brussels was part of a wider ISIS cam- cracks.’’ ever, because this thing is everywhere paign to ramp up external operations. The Paris and Brussels terrorist at- now. Already, the group has been tied to The bipartisan task force’s report tacks demonstrate the need for a glob- more than 80 terrorist plots or attacks highlighted the lack of any comprehen- al system. Since those tragedies, there against the West. This is an unprece- sive global database of foreign fighters has been finger pointing about missed dented figure. and suspected terrorists. In its absence, intelligence and criticism over the lack We have been sounding the alarm the U.S. and other countries rely on a of information sharing across borders. here in Congress about the rising tide Just in February, Europol warned patchwork system for exchanging ex- of terror, as well as the global security tremist identities, which is weak and that more than 5,000 Europeans with gaps being exploited by extremists. My increases the odds that foreign fighters European passports had traveled to bill, H.R. 4403, would help close one of and suspected terrorists will be able to ISIS and Syria to become ISIS fighters. those major loopholes to make it hard- cross borders undetected. In late March, European security offi- er for terrorists to cross borders. So this bill, thanks to Mr. HURD’s ex- cials told the Associated Press that the This bill was a recommendation of pertise, will authorize the Secretaries Islamic State group had trained at the bipartisan Task Force on Com- of the Department of State and Home- least 400 attackers and sent them to bating Terrorist and Foreign Fighter land Security to develop open-source Europe to carry out specific attacks. Travel, on which I served. software platforms to vet travelers Of course, we have a visa waiver rela- In our final report in September, we against terrorist watch lists and tionship with most of Europe, and that found that ‘‘gaping security weak- against law enforcement databases. It means these European passport holders nesses overseas—especially in Europe— permits the open-source software to be will be able to visit the United States are putting the U.S. homeland in dan- shared with foreign governments and without special vetting by our officials. ger by making it easier for aspiring multilateral organizations for police There is an exception to that for those foreign fighters to migrate to terrorist purposes, like INTERPOL. European passports that have been hotspots and for jihadists to return to This bill reflects the recommenda- stamped indicating they visited Syria the West.’’ tions made by, as I said, our colleagues or Iraq. I saw firsthand that our partners are on the task force, which we have This should not give us a whole lot of in a pre-9/11 mindset, and that many of worked together on. I thank Mr. HURD false security because, typically, for- them have failed to conduct adequate and Chairman MCCAUL for their leader- eign fighters who want to join ISIS counterterrorism screening. For in- ship working to make our Nation safer travel to Turkey, where their passport stance, key operatives behind the Paris against terrorist threats. is stamped with a Turkish stamp and and Brussels attacks managed to travel I reserve the balance of my time. then they sneak into ISIS-controlled back and forth to Syria and throughout Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I yield areas. ISIS does not stamp their pass- Europe, undetected, even though some myself such time as I may consume. port entry into the Islamic State, so were on terrorist watch lists. This I rise in support of H.R. 4403, the En- the passports of these Europeans that should not just be a wake-up call, it hancing Overseas Traveler Vetting Act. have gone to fight for ISIS in Iraq and should be a call to action.

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The question is on the Future Forum discussions, that stu- have an interest in providing it to sev- motion offered by the gentleman from dent loan debt has put an entire gen- eral foreign countries, and we should California (Mr. ROYCE) that the House eration into financial quicksand, and it do that. suspend the rules and pass the bill, affects almost every life decision that However, as a matter of overarching H.R. 4403, as amended. young people are making. Federal policy, this bill does not The question was taken; and (two- The biggest decisions you will make choose open-source over proprietary. thirds being in the affirmative) the in your life: the decision to start a Indeed, the Federal Government should rules were suspended and the bill, as family, we are delaying that decision consider proprietary and open-source amended, was passed. by about 5 years later than the genera- software and make an educated choice A motion to reconsider was laid on tion before us; the ability to buy a on which one fits the need the best. In the table. house, we are perhaps the least home- this case, providing our partners with f owning generation America has ever software they trust simply makes THE FUTURE FORUM known; the decision and the ability to sense. go out on your own and start your own Thousands of ISIS fighters have The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under business—well, actually, millennial en- Western passports, and if our overseas the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- trepreneurship is on the decline. From partners don’t stop them first, we uary 6, 2015, the gentleman from Cali- 2014 to 2015, 5 percent fewer millennials might have to confront them here at fornia (Mr. SWALWELL) is recognized for started a business. home. Yet many governments lack the 60 minutes as the designee of the mi- How is that? capacity to properly vet travelers and nority leader. You look at Silicon Valley, you look weed out known or suspected jihadists. Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. at Silicon Alley, you look at Silicon That is why we must act today on this Speaker, I rise today on behalf of the Beach, you look up in the Northwest at legislation and send a clear signal to Future Forum to provide an update on Silicon Forest, you see all of these our allies that America is ready to lead our past year’s work and activity and startups across our country and you this fight. to discuss the work we must still do to think, well, this is the startup genera- I want to thank my fellow members move America’s millennials forward. tion. on the task force for their hard work, Yesterday, April 12, marked the 1- In fact, we are more risk averse than and I want to particularly thank Mr. year anniversary of Future Forum, and you would think. It is because of the VELA and Mr. KEATING, on the Demo- what a year it has been. I encourage student loan debt that we carry that cratic side, for their leadership and everyone at home to follow along as we makes it so hard to go out on your own support for this legislation. talk about these issues this afternoon to find that capital you need to take I urge my colleagues to vote for this at #futureforum on Twitter or that risk to start a business to create measure. Instagram and Facebook. Send us your jobs that will help grow our economy. Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, seeing questions. I will look at them live here These are the four issues we are see- as I have no additional speakers, I urge on the floor and talk about them and ing that student loan debt is affecting: my colleagues to support H.R. 4403, the continue the dialog beyond today’s starting a family, buying a home, Enhancing Overseas Traveler Vetting conversation. starting a business, and then, finally, Act. Our membership has grown from 14 being able to save. I yield back the balance of my time. members a year ago when we started, We are also the generation that has Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, in closing, to 18 of the House’s youngest Members. saved the least of any generation that I would just say this for the Members. We have traveled to 14 cities now has ever come before us. And it makes The 9/11 Commission Report was pretty across this great Nation, from San sense, right? prescient on this point. It said: ‘‘The Diego, California, to Manchester, New Every month, you have approxi- U.S. Government cannot meet its own Hampshire, and to, most recently, last mately 40 million young people, with obligations to the American people to week, hosted by Representatives $1.3 trillion in student loan debt, hun- prevent the entry of terrorists without DEGETTE, POLIS, and PERLMUTTER, dreds of dollars each month going out a major effort to collaborate with Denver. We were even joined there in the window, going to pay off this debt, other governments.’’ Denver by our House Minority whip, making it very hard for you to rent The report said further: ‘‘We should STENY HOYER. near where you work, let alone even re- do more to exchange terrorist informa- On each visit we talk to young people alize that American Dream of home- tion with trusted allies and raise U.S. at universities, community colleges, ownership. and global borders security standards coworking spaces, and startup compa- Now, while higher education also re- for travel and border crossing, over the nies, to learn about the issues most im- mains a worthwhile investment, we medium and long term, through exten- portant to them, the issues that they have found on our tour that, by 2018, 63 sive international cooperation.’’ are finding as their own personal bar- percent of new jobs will require a col- This is what the bill does. And, riers to success. lege education. But here is the prob- frankly, the Department of State here Overwhelmingly, we have heard lem. The cost of college continues to go and the Department of Homeland Secu- millennials across the Nation share up. rity, giving them this authorization to that they are most concerned about One of our biggest challenges, per- develop this open-source software, to issues relating to student loan debt, haps, is making and having generations vet those travelers against terrorist college affordability, climate change, that have come before us understand watch lists and against those law en- and campaign finance reform. I want to that what they experienced 30, 40 years forcement databases, is absolutely talk about a few of these issues, and I ago, is just not what young people are vital. first start with student loan debt. going through today. It is apples and I will just mention that the so-called At many of these sites with a polling oranges in terms of experiences. In Islamic State—we call it Daesh or app we ask people: What issue is most fact, the cost of college tuition has ISIS—has already threatened to send important to you? Across the country, gone up higher and faster than any hundreds of its European fighters back the issue that we have seen most often, other good or service that Americans to the continent to carry out attacks regardless of what part of the country consume. like those attacks that they have al- we are in, what crowd we are in front In California, for example, in the six- ready carried out in Paris and Brussels of, has been student loan debt. ties and seventies, if you were qualified and, frankly, attacks like the one they Now, this is an issue that is very per- and you were able, you could go to a carried out in San Bernardino, Cali- sonal to me. I just brought my own stu- UC—University of California—school

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The tech recruitment measures in order to en- work in the tech sector and never could economy that drives northern Cali- courage a more diverse workforce. get in the door. fornia, the biotech economy that is I recently introduced the STEM K to Let me also say that 40, 50 percent of thriving down in San Diego, the minds Career Act. This bill would provide the jobs in the tech sector are non- that are powering the inventive forces Federal loan forgiveness for STEM tech-related. They are human re- in the entertainment industry down in teachers in low-income schools, create sources attorneys, lawyers, jobs that Los Angeles, that is the return on in- a tax credit for paid STEM internships many people of color qualify for and vestment that we received when we and apprenticeships, and ensure that 7 still they have been shut out from treated education as a public good in percent of Federal Work Study funds these opportunities. So this is an im- California, and you could have an UC are used for STEM jobs. portant issue to talk about. degree and walk away with a debt-free This would help make sure that Tech is making a home for itself in education. every corner in America, every class- my district and your district, and it is Now, an issue that is also important room across our country, is treated creating new jobs. to millennials and new to Future equally and receives the same amount Unfortunately, too many of my Afri- Forum and affecting young Americans of funding for STEM and make sure can American and Latino constituents is the issue of diversity in the tech in- that every child has that freedom to have been locked out of these opportu- dustry. dream. nities for years, which have been cre- I am also a cosponsor of Representa- ated by the region’s booming sector. b 1545 tive RICK LARSEN of Washington’s Believe you me, it is not unique to We love the tech industry in Cali- Youth Access to American Jobs Act, your district or my district. It is a sys- fornia. It has created so many new jobs which will connect students to training temic problem that we need to address and a lot of traffic to go with it, but in STEM skill positions to prepare across the country. people who are driving to good-paying them for well-paying jobs. Just last When major tech firms have released jobs. month I signed a letter urging for an workforce data—and, mind you, many Silicon Valley in the bay area is at increase in Federal support of His- have not—we have seen that, at some the helm of America’s burgeoning tech panic-serving institutions. firms, employees that are African industry, which is constantly devel- Someone in the House who has American can make up as much as 7 oping innovative ways to interact worked on this issue who is my neigh- percent of the workforce. At other within a global environment and com- bor in the east bay and someone I have firms, this can be below zero percent. pete in the 21st century. These cutting- been proud to serve with is Congress- I don’t know how you get below zero edge companies are creating new ways woman BARBARA LEE. I would like to percent, but some don’t even think to communicate, travel, buy, sell, and welcome my distinguished colleague to about it, despite the fact that African listen. add to this discussion. Americans, for example, make up 14 The tech industry is led by some of I will start, Congresswoman, by ask- percent of the American population. the best and the brightest our Nation ing: This is an industry that has ex- So that is why I am really honored to has to offer. But there are some statis- panded beyond just San Francisco and serve with our Congressional Black tics about the tech industry I want to Silicon Valley. We are seeing major in- Caucus chair, Chairman BUTTERFIELD, share with you that are quite dis- vestments put into Oakland and also as his co-chair of the CBC Diversity turbing. The tech industry is not as di- out in the tri-valley. Task Force. verse as California or our country is. What are you hearing back in the bay In May of last year, our task force Millennials are at the center of this at home, outside of that Warriors launched the TECH 2020 initiative to industry. They are the largest genera- fever—because tonight they are going increase diversity and inclusion in the tion in the U.S. workforce. By 2020, to set the NBA’s single-season wins tech sector by 2020, specifically as it re- millennials will make up 50 percent of record—but outside of that fever, what lates to African American diversity. the global workforce. are we hearing at home about the tech Let me just take a moment to thank However, over the past 2 to 3 years, industry and what we can do better? Reverend Jesse Jackson and Rainbow major concerns have been raised that Ms. LEE. First of all, I thank the PUSH because they have been for sev- tech lacks one major component. We gentleman so much for his tremendous eral years now really making sure are the largest workforce America has leadership in Future Forum. I want to these companies commit to releasing ever known, and we are the largest and thank him also for really stepping up their data and coming up with a plan most diverse generation America has since he has been here in Congress not to address inclusion and diversity. ever known, but the tech industry is only in showing dedication and phe- The core principles of TECH 2020 ini- missing a diverse workforce. nomenal representation for his con- tiative let me lay out very quickly. T, Despite making up significant por- stituents, but, also, he has shown such transparency; education and training; tions of the U.S. population, women a tremendous ability to organize his corporate responsibility and invest- and minorities are drastically under- peers and to really focus on the issues ment; hiring and retention. represented in this industry. Let me that really give our young people, the Transparency means ensuring that give you an example. millennials, a hope that they can actu- companies set and achieve inclusion In the United States, women compose ally achieve the American Dream. So I goals, release their data annually, and 50.8 percent of our population. How- thank the gentleman very much. put this information in a central loca- ever, women only make up about one- I am really proud to share our region tion for the public to access. third of the tech workforce. with Congressman SWALWELL. I want Education and training, STEM edu- Ethnic diversity in tech tells a simi- to first congratulate him also because I cation, commitment to long-term lar story. Eight percent of the tech think today is the anniversary of Fu- STEM investments, working with mi- workforce is Hispanic, 7 percent is Afri- ture Forum. One year? nority-serving institutions, Hispanic- can American, 23 percent is Asian, and Mr. SWALWELL of California. That serving institutions, HBCUs, and ad- 60 percent is White. is right. One year. vancing public and private investment How can we resolve this? Many tech Ms. LEE. The gentleman is doing in education. firms have made great strides toward such critical work to make college af- Corporate responsibility and invest- improving workforce gender and ethnic fordable and debt free and to really ment means working to increase board diversity by releasing workforce data provide opportunities for our young of director diversity. When you look at

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Future Forum in terms of the next your district, you have one of the best We have to target philanthropic in- generation of leaders. universities in the world, UC-Berkeley, vestments, expand venture capital to Young people are concerned about and we have heard on our Future Fo- diverse ideas, to new, young ideas, seek student loan debt, college afford- rum’s tour from young students who out diversity in the supplier area and ability, and climate change, all the are either right out of college or about helping young, millennial small busi- issues that really create a planet wor- to be out of college that the amount of nesses grow. thy of the future of our young people. debt they have is driving the decision The last principle, hiring and reten- As future members of the modern about where to work, that a lot of tion, means encouraging companies to workforce, they are also concerned times their choices are limited to provide specific programs, goals, and about equity. So I have to commend where their parents live because they timetables focused on inclusion and re- the gentleman once again in Future know they can’t afford to live in the cruit from minority-serving institu- Forum for his vision and his efforts to bay area. So they are going to have to tions and invest in African American engage and empower our future lead- boomerang back home with their par- and Latino employees. ers. ents who have just gotten used to their The TECH 2020 initiative—we have I know that together we can and we being out of the house. taken these principles on the road to will achieve a future where people of So what have you heard from the stu- the boardrooms of some of the biggest color, African Americans and Latinos, dents or the recent graduates in your names in the tech sector. are fully represented within every level area about how student loan debt is af- So I am pleased that we are con- of the tech sector, from entry-level fecting major life decisions? tinuing this conversation tonight with coders and H.R. representatives, legal Ms. LEE. Student loan debt really is hampering our young people from mov- the head of Future Forum because this professionals, C-suite officers, and cor- ing forward. They are concerned main- really is about the future. porate directors. In our district, we have many, many ly about how to get a job that is going Finally, let me say that one effort young people, many young African to pay enough money to pay down their that some of the companies are mount- American young men and women, who debt when, really, they should be look- ing, which I think you know about, are working on coding, BlackGirlsCode. ing at how to move forward and get the which we need to talk a little bit more When you look at some of the invest- type of job they want, buy a home if about in the future and Future Forum ments that the Kapor Institute, Mitch they want, have a family or do some of should look at, are the unconscious and Freada Kapor, have made in terms the things that their dreams have been bias studies that these companies are of investments in firms that require in- in their minds, in their vision, and in undertaking. clusion in STEM education, it is really their heart for years. Now their dreams Because oftentimes it is the culture phenomenal. are deferred because they have to just We have seen companies add highly of the organization and unconscious bi- hang on with their families and pay qualified people of color, business lead- ases that translate into policies and student loan debt. ers, to their board of directors, not programs that create a discriminatory Secondly, in our area, the cost of enough, only a couple, but we are going effect which, in fact, need to be ad- housing is outrageous. We met with the to continue to work to develop and im- dressed and dealt with, and they are so Secretary of HUD last week to try to plement and, most importantly, dis- unconscious that people don’t even re- determine what the Federal Govern- close their diversity and their inclu- alize that this is the ultimate outcome ment could do to help with, first, dis- sion plans. of those unconscious biases. placement and, secondly, to help de- We have also made progress in gain- Mr. SWALWELL of California. Do velop more affordable housing, which, ing commitments to investments in you think that shining a light on work- of course, will help young people be- science, technology, engineering, and force data is probably one of the best cause they can’t afford to live now in math—of course, the STEM pipeline— ways to kind of reverse an unconscious the east bay or in the bay area, really. to help educate and create the next bias, that unless you are forced to look Our region is just excessively expen- generation of coders, innovators, and at the numbers and the behaviors of sive, and we have to figure out how tech leaders. your company, you are not going to young people can stay where they want Last year I was proud to lead a let- make a change that results in having a to stay and how they can have the type ter—and it was cosigned by 67 of our diverse workforce? of life they deserve. They have gotten a degree. I went to colleagues—to support the President’s Ms. LEE. Yes. Absolutely. If you UC-Berkeley. That is my alma mater— Computer Science for All Initiative, don’t have the facts, if you don’t have go Bears—and I know what a phe- which will ensure that every student the data, how do you know, first of all, nomenal education it is. from preschool to grade 12 will be able that there is an issue and a problem of exclusion? But I also know, when you get out, to learn how to code. you think that that degree, that piece This initiative specifically focuses on Secondly, oftentimes people hire peo- of paper, is a ticket to something bet- girls and students of color and will help ple and work with people whom they ter, and here you end up having to go us close the achievement gap in STEM are familiar with. There are some sys- temic issues that, unless you have the back home, live with your parents, and education. pay down your student debt. That is These are all steps in the right direc- data, you don’t know what these sys- outrageous. It doesn’t make any sense. tion, but we can and we must do more. temic issues are. Our young people deserve more. America has become more and more di- So that is absolutely essential. That verse. Increasing diversity and inclu- is why we continue to ask tech compa- b 1600 sion within the tech sector really is nies to release their data and to really Mr. SWALWELL of California. That not only a moral imperative, it is an be transparent. is right. A lot of times I have told economic imperative. So you have to know what the issues young people our generation is the As a former businessowner myself, I are and what the problem is before you least home-owning generation America can tell you that diversity is really can look at how to rectify it and how has ever known. In the bay area and good for business. It is good for the to move forward. the L.A. area, they say: Forget home bottom line. When you have a diverse So I think that many employees and owning. We just want to be able to rent and dynamic employee base, new doors many corporate officials want to do the near where we live. of opportunity open. right thing. They just have not done Right now, rents are so expensive. So I am very pleased to be helping to the right thing, and they are trying to Oakland now ranks in the top five most lead this effort with our chair of the begin to understand what to do next. expensive rent cities. Black Caucus, Mr. BUTTERFIELD, and So Future Forum, the Congressional Ms. LEE. I think it is the fourth in other colleagues and yourself to Black Caucus, our Tri-Caucus, all of us the country. achieve parity in the tech sector. here, our Dem Caucus, have really been It is outrageous. Homeownership is I also look forward to working with working hard to try to get this move- not even a dream anymore that young Future Forum in addressing these crit- ment forward. people have.

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Young people deserve to be able to their Social Security garnished be- Mr. SWALWELL of California. We buy a house so they can begin to ac- cause of outstanding student loan debt are celebrating a year of the Future quire some wealth, so they can begin to and people who cannot discharge as Forum tonight. do what they want to do with their they get that second chance in life, Mrs. TORRES. One year. That is lives. Until we get this housing piece that jubilee that bankruptcy is, they wonderful. right, we are not going to get anything can’t discharge their student loan debt. This issue is not limited to the stu- else right in terms of inequality and It hangs over them until they go to the dents. At a Congress in Your Corner equity for our young people or for peo- grave. last November, I heard from parents of ple of color. Ms. LEE. Many constituents are in a constituent who were nearly in bank- Mr. SWALWELL of California. That very similar circumstances, Congress- ruptcy because the student loan from is right. As we talk to young people man SWALWELL. On top of that, their not one child, but two, was so much and we listen to these stories across credit score goes down, so then they that it was actually more than their the country, it is heartening, though, can’t even buy a car, even if they want- mortgage payment. So here they are to offer solutions. I know you are a ed to. They are not able to do anything working in their late 60s to try to help part of many of the solutions that the else because they are delayed on their make payments for their students. This is a critical issue. They are not Future Forum has been promoting. payments. They are behind because able to purchase a vehicle and they are One of them is the Bank on Students they can’t afford it. They get dings on not able to purchase a home. I bought Emergency Loan Refinancing bill—it is their credit score, and then they can’t my home in my early 20s. I know that JOE COURTNEY’s bill, our colleague— buy anything else on credit. It is a vi- 20-year-olds today, or 23-year-olds which says that if the banks can refi- cious cycle. They end up in debt and today, could not do that because of the nance at the lowest rate, if a home- out there not being able to participate high student loan ratios that they owner can refinance at the lowest rate, in the mainstream economic fabric of have. and an auto loan can be refinanced at our society because of that. Mr. SWALWELL of California. That Mr. SWALWELL of California. That the lowest rate, why can’t our students is right. I call it getting lapped, which refinance at the lowest rate? Why is right. Another bill we have to sup- port that is the Private Student Loan is we are seeing parents today who are should they have to pay so much still paying off their student loans, money in interest and not get more Bankruptcy Fairness Act, offered by Congressman COHEN of Tennessee, who then their kids are going off to college, competitive rates? and now they are doubling down. It has Ms. LEE. There is no reason why. seeks to address this issue and relieve young people from having to have this become a family matter. Here you have young people starting We talked on a Future Forum tour to out making a life for themselves. They follow them for a lifetime. Congresswoman, I am glad you came a mother who showed up to an event should be able to do the same thing. to join us to talk about diversity in that had 200 millennials in Boston. She The banking institutions should allow tech and about larger Future Forum kind of sheepishly raised her hand and young people the same opportunities as goals. I look forward to continuing to said: I know I am not supposed to be they do other people who own mort- work with you in the east bay and here, but I am here because I am wor- gages and who own cars. This, to me, is across our country to take as many ried about my daughter. She was the discriminatory. young people as we can out of financial first in our family to go to college. We I am really pleased to be a cosponsor quicksand. were really excited. We sent her off and of the bill. I hope we can pass this on Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. we missed her dearly for that first year a bipartisan basis. I would give young SWALWELL, and I thank him for his she was gone. We got used to her being people just a bit of hope that it can be leadership. I am confident we can with gone in years two, three, and four. We done, that they can be made whole, and his leadership and with all of us work- never expected that she would boo- that their college education, the sac- ing together. merang back home because she rifices that they made, was worth it be- I know that both Democrats and Re- couldn’t afford to live near where she cause now they are going to the next publicans want the same thing, I am works. step. confident of that, but we are just not This was at the same time that this Mr. SWALWELL of California. That matching our rhetoric with reality. mother’s own mother was going into a is right. In the bay area, young people Hopefully they will begin to under- costly assisted living facility. It is a are so collaborative and inventive that stand, the majority will, that this is family matter. It is squeezing baby they have powered this innovative in- good for America, not just for Demo- boomers right now because their kids novation economy. Then they look at crats and not just for our young people. are incurring student loan debt and Washington and they wonder, why isn’t Mr. SWALWELL of California. That their parents are taking on costly as- the majority party in the House col- is right. Mr. Speaker, I thank Ms. LEE. sisted living. So you are right. laborating on these student loan bills? I also see in the House with us this Mr. Speaker, I thank Ms. TORRES for If you look at every student loan bill afternoon is another California col- sharing what is going on in her area. that is out there right now, I think 9 league, someone who I was hoping Maybe my other colleague, another out of 10 of them have been offered by maybe could talk a little bit about one of California’s millennial-minded our side. This is an issue that should what students in her part of California Members down in the L.A. area, TONY not be owned by a political party. Peo- are going through, one of the youngest CA´ RDENAS, what is he hearing as we ple are hurting out there. Members of the House as well. celebrate a year of being on the road Ms. LEE. Republican young people Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentle- with Future Forum and talking to are hurting also. I would think that the woman from California (Mrs. TORRES). thousands of young people? What is he majority party would want to help Congresswoman, we are just talking hearing about student loan debt or any their young people also find a path to about student loan debt. In California, issues that are important to the American Dream. Certainly refi- we have got the greatest education sys- millennials? nancing student loan debt is a major tem in the world, but because of the Mr. Speaker, I yield to the gentleman step. It should be bipartisan, it should amount of student loan debt young from California (Mr. CA´ RDENAS). be nonpartisan, and we should be work- people are facing, it is just putting Mr. CA´ RDENAS. Mr. Speaker, I ing together to get this passed. them, as I said, in financial quicksand. thank Mr. SWALWELL for bringing this Mr. SWALWELL of California. I We have got a lot of solutions here in issue to the floor. It is incredibly im- don’t know if you have any constitu- the House. portant not just for millennials, but as

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Dream in different phases of their life. our UC and Cal State systems and our Soon after, five shots were fired, and What I am hearing is that this is not community colleges, we are creating she was murdered—11 years old, mur- just an issue of young people who are minds and experiences that are build- dered at the hands of her uncle. in college. This is an issue of entire ing this new economy. So they look to I yield to my colleague, the gen- families wondering whether or not us and say: Why aren’t Democrats and tleman from the San Fernando Valley, their children can afford to do that and Republicans working together? Congressional District 29, TONY whether the family can come together Right now, I see our caucus is the CA´ RDENAS, to share with us some infor- for that bright individual who wants to only one that is offering solutions. I mation about how he supports 911 dis- succeed and wants to get that edu- think we are putting our hands out patchers in his district. cation, and yet they are doubting there saying: Work with us, we are Mr. CA´ RDENAS. I thank the gentle- themselves as to whether or not that is ready to talk about this, but you have woman. the path for them. got to come to the table because Re- To my colleague, NORMA TORRES, That is unfortunate because the fact publican and Democratic kids across thank you for bringing up this very, of the matter is that the United States this country are in financial quicksand very important opportunity for aware- of America for many, many genera- and are counting on us. ness of this issue on the floor of the tions has been the place for hope and Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. CA´ RDENAS House of Congress. expectation of a brighter future for and Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, yes, it is National Pub- generations. Yet, at the same time, be- That will conclude our one-year cele- lic Safety Telecommunicators Week, cause, in my opinion, Congress is not bration of Future Forum. We are cer- but it is really important for us to un- doing enough to make sure that we can tainly not looking backwards. We are derstand that, in America, everything right the situation, we can make sure looking to the future. We have more starts with us—the individuals. that we can right size the environment visits ahead across the country, across I will just add to this dialogue that it of making sure that when a young California, and, of course, with my col- is up to all of us to keep our commu- bright person in America wants to get leagues who have participated already. nities safe. If we do that well, maybe an education, that there are ways in Continue this conversation with us we won’t need so many 911 operators. which they can afford to do that, re- at #FutureForum or, of course, follow We have heard so many times and too gardless of where they come from, re- @RepSwalwell on Twitter, Snapchat, often of those frantic calls when some- gardless of whether their parents are and Facebook. one is calling 911 because the action farm workers, like my parents, or This generation is aspirational and has already started, because the atroc- whether their parents live on the other optimistic. It just needs its leaders ity has already begun. As Americans, side of town where they can afford to here in this House and the majority we should be vigilant and understand do that. party, I think, to join with the Demo- that we all have a collective responsi- Our environments and the univer- crats to put forward solutions that can bility to be the safe keepers of our sities shouldn’t be left only to the indi- move our generation forward. communities so that we minimize the viduals who have the affluency to be Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance number of 911 calls any one individual able to be in that environment. One of of my time. in our neighborhoods or in our commu- the reasons why we have created these f nities across America would ever have wonderful universities that have 5,000, to make. 10,000, 20,000, and 30,000 people there is NATIONAL PUBLIC SAFETY I take this opportunity to mention so that they can be an eclectic environ- TELECOMMUNICATORS WEEK someone, Krystal Blackburn, who is ment, so people can learn to become The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under the assistant supervisor at the friends with people that otherwise they the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- Harrodsburg Police Department. She might not have rubbed elbows with. uary 6, 2015, the Chair recognizes the has been a 911 operator for some time What I am hearing is that people are gentlewoman from California (Mrs. now, and I quote one portion of what afraid. Too many Americans are afraid. TORRES) for 30 minutes. was mentioned on the House floor this I am hearing that too many bright in- Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, Cali- afternoon: dividuals are doubting whether or not fornia is a much warmer State and 911 has changed my life. It has shaped me, they can afford to get that degree, not much more beautiful, if I may add and I have grown into a role that I wasn’t that they can’t do it, not that they are that. even sure I wanted in the beginning. It has not bright enough. I rise today to recognize National become a way of life that I wouldn’t change The problem that I am hearing from Public Safety Telecommunicators for any reason. I am 911. my constituents and people around Week. Once again, ladies and gentlemen, I America is that it is tough to make After 171⁄2 years as a 911 dispatcher, I think it is important for us to take the that decision because too many young know firsthand the challenges our pub- opportunity to recognize and appre- people now have examples that they lic safety dispatchers face, the stress ciate the eclectic responsibilities that are in debt $100,000, $200,000, $300,000. they are put under, and the critical im- friends and neighbors have in every And then on top of that, they can’t find portance of their work. That is why I community across America. In every a right size job to fit their skill set. am proud to introduce a resolution situation, let people take on that pro- And then on top of that, they have got commemorating National Public Safe- fessionalism so as to be the solution— this mounting debt. That is something ty Telecommunicators Week. to be the go-to person—when we need that too many people are afraid to I remember working the graveyard them most. It is important for people enter into. That is unfortunate. It shift at the LAPD, sitting four floors to understand that our dispatchers at shouldn’t happen in our country. below ground, taking calls from people 911 and that our safety community I am glad that Mr. SWALWELL is from all walks of life, often during around America deserve our support bringing this issue up. Let’s continue their most vulnerable time in their and deserve our recognition. Most im- to try to do many, many things about lives. portantly, they deserve our thanks. righting the ship that we have about I thank the gentlewoman for giving our young people being too afraid to b 1615 me the opportunity to express my incur the kind of debt that they are In fact, it was my work as a 911 dis- thoughts on this very important issue. forced to do in order to get an edu- patcher that got me involved in poli- Mrs. TORRES. I thank the gen- cation. tics. tleman.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:43 Jul 22, 2016 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\RECORD16\APR2016\H13AP6.REC H13AP6 bjneal on DSK2TWX8P1PROD with CONG-REC-ONLINE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1677 Mr. Speaker, so few people know them with information that can ensure are in need of seamless coordination at what it is like to be an emergency dis- their safety and an efficient, effective a moment’s notice, when every second patcher and don’t truly understand response. counts, they are on the other line. 911 how crucial our role is. They don’t get 911 dispatchers have also helped in dispatchers are the unsung heroes of that without us. They don’t get that the apprehension of criminals and have the first responder community. without you. First responders wouldn’t helped bring them to justice because, I want to share with you another be able to do their jobs without some- in many cases, they are witnesses to story of a 911 dispatcher: one’s answering that 911 call. the crimes as they occur. In the case I had to make sacrifices as a soldier to Back when I served in the California that I stated earlier, I was the only serve my country, and I have to make sac- State Assembly, the State budget cri- witness. It was that recorded call that rifices as a dispatcher to serve my commu- sis meant that 911 dispatchers were fur- brought justice to that little girl. nity. I knew this when I chose this profes- loughed because they weren’t exempt Public Safety Telecommunicators sion—we have to be on call; we have to work as public safety professionals. Hun- Week not only provides us with the op- overtime; we have to work holidays; we have dreds of calls went unanswered. Who portunity to recognize the hard work to work nights; we have to work weekends; and we have to be reachable 24/7, and it is knows how many lives were put at of our dispatchers, but it is also a re- tough. risk? I spent months badgering Gov- minder to our constituents of the im- I spent most of my life in the service of ernor Schwarzenegger until he realized portance of maintaining emergency others—22 years in the military, 8 years with the catastrophic effect the policy was lines free for just that—emergencies. the Texas Youth Commission, over 2 years in having on our State. God forbid there There is no excuse for 911 abuse. Some Iraq assisting military forces, and nearly 8 had been an event like San Bernardino estimates indicate that 15 to 20 percent years as a 911 dispatcher. I can’t remember during that time and calls couldn’t get of incoming calls are nonemergencies. how many life events I have not been a part through or first responders didn’t know These calls could prevent legitimate of because I was working, sacrificing, in order to help others. It is only tolerable and where to go. emergency calls from getting through manageable with the assistance of my fellow Sadly, too many people think of dis- and being answered. For example, as a team and family members helping me when patchers as a little more than glorified 911 dispatcher, I remember receiving I just couldn’t get through it without their receptionists. This means that they calls from those who were asking for help. don’t often get the resources, the train- directions to Disneyland, who were We have committed ourselves to this call- ing, and the support they need and de- asking if an earthquake had just oc- ing, and we are very good at it. We have sac- serve in order to do their jobs. Dis- curred, or who were asking for the time rificed ourselves in the service of others be- patchers are the first points of contact of day. Those are not emergencies. Dis- cause someone had to do it. in the event of an emergency, and they patchers can’t send for assistance if That came from Richard Dulin of the are the sole link between those in trou- they never receive the call. Coleman Police Department. ble and the personnel who can help 911 is not an information line. Local The first thing he said when I answered the them. Better training and more sup- governments have limited resources phone was: ‘‘I just shot myself in the heart.’’ port would go a long way toward im- and few dispatchers. Many localities Given that he was still speaking, I figured he proving service and increasing staff re- have info lines—for example, 311 or 511. probably didn’t hit his heart, but the point I encourage individuals to look up was pretty clear. I established that he had, tention. in fact, shot himself in the chest about 30 During this year’s State of the their local police departments and minutes before he had dialed 911. He waited Union, I had the honor of inviting as have their nonemergency police num- to call because he was not sure if he wanted my guest the dispatch supervisor who bers on hand. I also encourage them to to live. directed radio and call traffic during add that information to their cell Unfortunately, we don’t tend to get a lot of the San Bernardino attack. While the phones so that the number is readily closure, so I have no idea if he lived or died. police, fire, and EMS responders defi- available when they have emergencies. Kyle from Kitsap County, Wash- nitely deserve a lot of credit, there had I can give you many examples of ington. been very little mention in the media when people have dialed 911 from a cell The stories go on and on, and I could about the key role the public safety phone and the dispatcher does not have go on and on for the rest of the time telecommunicators played. the accurate location. Imagine if you and share with you about the wonder- Annemarie Teall and her team were were in the middle of having a heart ful work that these committed people the ones behind the scene, making sure attack and if you were not able to do each and every single day for our the first responders were deployed effi- voice your location. Having that local communities. ciently and effectively. They fielded telephone number is important because I close, Mr. Speaker, by thanking the calls from the community, from law your call would be expedited to the 911 dispatchers and recognizing the enforcement agencies, and from callers local paramedic or to the local police hard work they do for our communities from all over the country and the department that has jurisdiction over every single day. world. During a situation that can where you may be. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance quickly become pure chaos, they It is never too early to teach kids of my time. stayed calm, took action, and helped about the proper uses of 911. You never save lives. know when an emergency will happen, f When she was here, Annemarie dis- and your child may be the only one cussed the training she had received in who is able to get help. Teach children SENATE ENROLLED BILL SIGNED dealing with these types of situations how to dial the number and stay on the The Speaker announced his signature and how grateful she was for that line and when they should and to an enrolled bill of the Senate of the training. Unfortunately, this kind of shouldn’t dial 911. One bad example is following title: training isn’t a regular occurrence. when my children were looking for me. S. 192. An act to reauthorize the Older Without public safety telecommu- They knew at the time that I worked Americans Act of 1965, and for other pur- nicators, our first responders can’t do at the 911 center. They dialed 911 and poses. their jobs. The response of police, fire- asked for their mom. That is not a fighters, and paramedics is dependent true, good 911 call. Discourage your f upon the quality and accuracy of the children from making inquiries to that information the dispatcher is able to emergency line. ADJOURNMENT provide. Public safety telecommunica- Every day, public safety dispatchers Mrs. TORRES. Mr. Speaker, I move tors don’t just take calls and relay in- help save lives, provide comfort and re- that the House do now adjourn. formation; they also play a key role in assurance, and are a critical part of our The motion was agreed to; accord- coordinating multiple teams of first re- law enforcement teams, but, too often, ingly (at 4 o’clock and 29 minutes sponders from multiple agencies during their work goes unrecognized. When p.m.), under its previous order, the times of crisis. They are a vital link for you need a calming voice to guide you House adjourned until tomorrow, police, fire, and EMS as they monitor through a crisis, when law enforce- Thursday, April 14, 2016, at 10 a.m. for their activities by radio and provide ment, fire safety, and rescue personnel morning-hour debate.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13AP7.061 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE H1678 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 13, 2016 EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, Human Services, transmitting the Food and sion, transmitting the FY 2015 No FEAR Act ETC. Drug Administration’s FY 2015 Performance report, pursuant to Public Law 107-174, Report to Congress, pursuant to the Generic 203(a); (116 Stat. 569); to the Committee on Under clause 2 of rule XIV, executive Drug User Fee Amendments of 2012; to the Oversight and Government Reform. communications were taken from the Committee on Energy and Commerce. 5034. A letter from the Director, Pension Speaker’s table and referred as follows: 5022. A letter from the Assistant General Benefit Guaranty Corporation, transmitting 5013. A letter from the Under Secretary, Counsel, Regulatory Affairs Division, Con- the FY 2015 No FEAR Act report, pursuant Comptroller, Department of Defense, trans- sumer Product Safety Commission, trans- to Public Law 107-174, 203(a); (116 Stat. 569); mitting a letter reporting a violation of the mitting the Commission’s final rule — Safe- to the Committee on Oversight and Govern- Antideficiency Act, Department of Defense ty Standard for Architectural Glazing Mate- ment Reform. Office of the Inspector General case number rials [CPSC Docket No.: CPSC-2012-0049] re- 5035. A letter from the Senior Advisor to 15-01, pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 1351; Public Law ceived April 11, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. the Under Secretary of Defense for Personnel 97-258, Sec. 1351; (96 Stat. 926); to the Com- 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, and Readiness, Department of Defense, mittee on Appropriations. Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on transmitting the Federal Voting Assistance 5014. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Energy and Commerce. Program’s 2015 Annual Report to Congress, ment of Defense, transmitting a letter on the 5023. A letter from the Assistant Secretary pursuant to 52 U.S.C. 20308(b) Added by Pub- approved retirement of Lieutenant General for Legislation, Department of Health and lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the David D. Halverson, United States Army, Human Services, transmitting the FY 2015 Committee on House Administration. and his advancement to the grade of lieuten- Medical Device User Fee Financial Report 5036. A letter from the Chairman, Surface ant general on the retired list, pursuant to 10 required by the Medical Device User Fee Transportation Board, Department of Trans- U.S.C. 1370(c)(1); Public Law 96-513, Sec. 112 Amendments of 2012; to the Committee on portation, transmitting the Department’s (as amended by Public Law 104-106, Sec. Energy and Commerce. final rules — Revised Procedural Schedule in 5024. A letter from the Assistant Secretary 502(b)); (110 Stat. 293); to the Committee on Stand-Alone Cost Cases [Docket No.: EP 732] for Legislation, Department of Health and Armed Services. received April 11, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 5015. A letter from the Acting Assistant Human Services, transmitting the FY 2015 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, Secretary of the Army, Acquisition, Logis- report on the financial aspects of the imple- Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee on tics, and Technology, Department of De- mentation of the Biosimilar User Fee Act of Transportation and Infrastructure. 2012; to the Committee on Energy and Com- fense, transmitting the Report on Use of Au- 5037. A letter from the Assistant Secretary merce. thority for Army Industrial Facilities to En- for Legislation, Department of Health and 5025. A letter from the Chief, Policy and gage in Cooperative Activities with Non- Human Services, transmitting a report enti- Rules Division, Office of Engineering and tled, ‘‘Special Diabetes Program for Indians Army Entities, pursuant to 10 U.S.C. 4544 Technology, Federal Communications Com- note; Public Law 110-181, Sec. 328(b) (as 2014 Report to Congress, Changing the Course mission, transmitting the Commission’s of Diabetes: Turning Hope into Reality’’, amended by Public Law 112-81, Sec. 323(b)) final rule — Revision of Part 15 of the Com- (125 Stat. 1362); to the Committee on Armed pursuant to Public Law 105-33; jointly to the mission’s Rules to Permit Unlicensed Na- Committees on Energy and Commerce and Services. tional Information Infrastructure (U-NII) 5016. A letter from the Law Enforcement Natural Resources. Devices in the 5 GHz Band [ET Docket No.: Policy Analyst, Office of the Provost Mar- 5038. A letter from the Assistant Secretary 13-49] received April 11, 2016, pursuant to 5 shal General, Department of the Army, De- for Legislation, Department of Health and U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104- Human Services, transmitting a report enti- partment of Defense, transmitting the De- 121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Committee partment’s final rule — Law Enforcement tled ‘‘Finalizing Medicare Rules under Sec- on Energy and Commerce. tion 902 of the Medicare Prescription Drug, Reporting [Docket No.: USA-2010-0020] (RIN: 5026. A letter from the Associate General Improvement, and Modernization Act of 2003 0702-AA62) received April 11, 2016, pursuant Counsel, Department of Agriculture, trans- for Calendar Year 2015’’, pursuant to 42 to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law mitting a notification of a federal vacancy U.S.C. 1395hh(a)(3)(D); Public Law 108-173, 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the Com- and designation of acting officer, pursuant to mittee on Armed Services. 5 U.S.C. 3349(a); Public Law 105-277, 151(b); Sec. 902(a)(1); (117 Stat. 2375); jointly to the 5017. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- (112 Stat. 2681-614); to the Committee on Committees on Ways and Means and Energy ment of Defense, transmitting a letter on the Oversight and Government Reform. and Commerce. approved retirement of Lieutenant General 5027. A letter from the Human Resources 5039. A letter from the Director, Office of Mark S. Bowman, United States Army, and Specialist, Department of Justice, transmit- Regulations and Reports Clearance, Social his advancement to the grade of lieutenant ting six notifications that concern positions Security Administration, transmitting the general on the retired list, pursuant to 10 requiring Presidential nomination and Sen- Administration’s final rule — Extension of U.S.C. 1370(c)(1); Public Law 96-513, Sec. 112 ate confirmation, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. the Workers’ Compensation Offset from Age (as amended by Public Law 104- 106, Sec. 3349(a); Public Law 105-277, 151(b); (112 Stat. 65 to Full Retirement Age — Achieving a 502(b)); (110 Stat. 293); to the Committee on 2681-614); to the Committee on Oversight and Better Life Experience (ABLE) Act [Docket Armed Services. Government Reform. No.: SSA-2015-0018] (RIN: 0960-AH85) received 5018. A letter from the Chief Counsel, 5028. A letter from the Chairman, Federal April 11, 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. FEMA, Department of Homeland Security, Communications Commission, transmitting 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Public Law 104-121, transmitting the Department’s final rule — the FY 2015 No FEAR Act report, pursuant Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); jointly to the Com- Suspension of Community Eligibility; Ala- to Public Law 107-174, 203(a); (116 Stat. 569); mittees on Ways and Means and Energy and bama: Ariton, Town of, Dale County [Docket to the Committee on Oversight and Govern- Commerce. ID: FEMA-2016-0002; Internal Agency Docket ment Reform. f No.: FEMA-8427] received April 11, 2016, pur- 5029. A letter from the Chairman, Federal suant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added by Pub- Energy Regulatory Commission, transmit- REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON lic Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. 868); to the ting the FY 2015 No FEAR Act report, pursu- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Committee on Financial Services. ant to Public Law 107-174, 203(a); (116 Stat. Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of 5019. A letter from the Chairman, Federal 569); to the Committee on Oversight and committees were delivered to the Clerk Financial Institutions Examination Council, Government Reform. transmitting the Federal Financial Institu- 5030. A letter from the Director, Federal for printing and reference to the proper tions Examination Council 2015 Annual Re- Housing Finance Agency, transmitting the calendar, as follows: port, pursuant to Sec. 1006(f) of the Financial FY 2015 No FEAR Act report, pursuant to Mr. MCCAUL: Committee on Homeland Se- Regulatory and Interest Rate Control Act of Public Law 107-174, 203(a); (116 Stat. 569); to curity. H.R. 4509. A bill to amend the Home- 1978 (12 U.S.C. 3305); to the Committee on Fi- the Committee on Oversight and Govern- land Security Act of 2002 to clarify member- nancial Services. ment Reform. ship of State planning committees or urban 5020. A letter from the Assistant Secretary, 5031. A letter from the Administrator, Gen- area working groups for the Homeland Secu- Employee Benefits Security Administration, eral Services Administration, transmitting rity Grant Program, and for other purposes Office of Regulations and Interpretations; the FY 2015 No FEAR Act report, pursuant (Rept. 114–491). Referred to the Committee of Office of Exemption Determinations, Depart- to Public Law 107-174, 203(a); (116 Stat. 569); the Whole House on the state of the Union. ment of Labor, transmitting the Depart- to the Committee on Oversight and Govern- Mr. MCCAUL: Committee on Homeland Se- ment’s Major final rule — Definition of the ment Reform. curity. H.R. 4482. A bill to require the Sec- Term ‘‘Fiduciary’’; Conflict of Interest Rule- 5032. A letter from the Director, Office of retary of Homeland Security to prepare a -Retirement Investment Advice (RIN: 1210- Equal Employment Opportunity Programs, southwest border threat analysis, and for AB32) (ZRIN: 1210-ZA25) received April 8, National Archives and Records Administra- other purposes; with an amendment (Rept. 2016, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Added tion, transmitting the FY 2015 No FEAR Act 114–492). Referred to the Committee of the by Public Law 104-121, Sec. 251; (110 Stat. report, pursuant to Public Law 107-174, Whole House on the state of the Union. 868); to the Committee on Education and the 203(a); (116 Stat. 569); to the Committee on Mr. MCCAUL: Committee on Homeland Se- Workforce. Oversight and Government Reform. curity. H.R. 4549. A bill to require the Trans- 5021. A letter from the Assistant Secretary 5033. A letter from the Chairman, Occupa- portation Security Administration to con- for Legislation, Department of Health and tional Safety and Health Review Commis- duct security screening at certain airports,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 01:52 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L13AP7.000 H13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with HOUSE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1679 and for other purposes; with an amendment race, and for other purposes; to the Com- tion information and to require providers of (Rept. 114–493). Referred to the Committee of mittee on the Judiciary. telephone service to offer technology to sub- the Whole House on the state of the Union. By Mr. LATTA (for himself, Mr. scribers to reduce the incidence of unwanted CHABOT, Mr. STIVERS, Mr. SHIMKUS, telephone calls, and for other purposes; to f Mr. MARCHANT, Mr. TIBERI, Mr. JOHN- the Committee on Energy and Commerce. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS SON of Ohio, Mr. JOYCE, Mr. By Mr. TAKANO (for himself and Mr. WENSTRUP, Mr. RENACCI, Mr. JORDAN, HANNA): Under clause 2 of rule XII, public Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. UPTON, Mr. H.R. 4933. A bill to amend the Higher Edu- bills and resolutions of the following BUCSHON, Mr. LUCAS, Mr. SENSEN- cation Act of 1965 to change certain eligi- titles were introduced and severally re- BRENNER, Mr. CALVERT, Ms. ROS- bility provisions for loan forgiveness for ferred, as follows: LEHTINEN, Mrs. BEATTY, Mr. RYAN of teachers, and for other purposes; to the Com- mittee on Education and the Workforce. By Mr. WALKER: Ohio, Mr. TURNER, Mr. GIBBS, and Ms. By Mr. THOMPSON of California (for H.R. 4921. A bill to amend chapter 31 of FUDGE): himself and Mr. REICHERT): title 44, United States Code, to require the H.R. 4925. A bill to designate the facility of the United States Postal Service located at H.R. 4934. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- maintenance of certain records for 3 years, enue Code of 1986 to modify the excise tax on and for other purposes; to the Committee on 229 West Main Cross Street, in Findlay, Ohio, as the ‘‘Michael Garver Oxley Memorial Post wine; to the Committee on Ways and Means. Oversight and Government Reform. By Ms. TSONGAS (for herself, Mr. By Mrs. WALORSKI: Office Building‘‘; to the Committee on Over- POLIQUIN, Ms. PINGREE, Mr. JONES, H.R. 4922. A bill to amend section 552 of sight and Government Reform. Mr. HUIZENGA of Michigan, Ms. title 5, United States Code, to apply the re- By Mrs. BLACK (for herself, Mr. GOH- CLARK of Massachusetts, and Mr. quirements of the Freedom of Information MERT, Mr. BRAT, Mr. BARLETTA, Mr. KING of Iowa, Mr. CALVERT, Mr. MOULTON): Act to the National Security Council, and H.R. 4935. A bill to amend title 37, United for other purposes; to the Committee on BROOKS of Alabama, Mr. FLEMING, Mr. SMITH of Texas, Mr. ROHR- States Code, to require compliance with do- Oversight and Government Reform. mestic source requirements for footwear fur- By Mr. BRADY of Texas (for himself, ABACHER, Mr. LOUDERMILK, Mr. FLEISCHMANN, Mr. RATCLIFFE, Mr. nished to enlisted members of the Armed Mr. LEVIN, Mr. REICHERT, Mr. RAN- Forces upon their initial entry into the DUNCAN of South Carolina, Mr. GEL, Mr. TIBERI, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Armed Forces; to the Committee on Armed PITTENGER, Mr. CHABOT, Mr. ROE of Mr. REED, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. Services. Tennessee, Mr. BABIN, Mr. GOSAR, RENACCI, Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illi- By Mr. ELLISON (for himself, Ms. nois, Mr. WALKER, Mr. CLYBURN, Mr. Mr. BOUSTANY, and Mr. TURNER): H.R. 4926. A bill to direct the Librarian of MCCOLLUM, Mr. NOLAN, Mr. WALZ, MULVANEY, Mr. MICHAEL F. DOYLE of Congress to retain the headings ‘‘Aliens’’ and Mr. PAULSEN, Mr. KLINE, Mr. EMMER Pennsylvania, Mr. MCCLINTOCK, Mr. ’’Illegal aliens’’ in the Library of Congress of Minnesota, and Mr. PETERSON): BISHOP of Georgia, Mr. ROKITA, Mr. Subject Headings; to the Committee on H. Res. 677. A resolution congratulating COURTNEY, and Mr. BLUM): House Administration. the University of Minnesota Women’s Ice H.R. 4923. A bill to establish a process for Hockey Team on winning the 2016 National By Ms. DELAURO: the submission and consideration of peti- H.R. 4927. A bill to amend the Tariff Act of Collegiate Athletic Association Women’s Ice tions for temporary duty suspensions and re- 1930 to require congressional approval of de- Hockey Championship; to the Committee on ductions, and for other purposes; to the Com- terminations to revoke the designation of Education and the Workforce. mittee on Ways and Means, and in addition the People’s Republic of China as a non- By Mr. LANCE (for himself and Ms. to the Committee on Rules, for a period to be market economy country for purposes of SLAUGHTER): subsequently determined by the Speaker, in H. Res. 678. A resolution expressing support that Act; to the Committee on Ways and each case for consideration of such provi- for designation of the week of March 27, 2016, Means, and in addition to the Committee on sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the through April 2, 2016, as National Young Au- Rules, for a period to be subsequently deter- committee concerned. diences Arts for Learning Week; to the Com- mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- By Mr. FRANKS of Arizona (for him- mittee on Education and the Workforce. sideration of such provisions as fall within self, Mr. LIPINSKI, Mr. PETERSON, By Mr. QUIGLEY (for himself, Mr. the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. Mrs. BLACKBURN, Ms. JENKINS of Kan- MURPHY of Pennsylvania, Mr. By Mr. GUINTA (for himself, Mr. BRAT, sas, Mrs. BLACK, Mr. SALMON, Mr. VARGAS, Mr. RANGEL, Ms. SCHA- Mr. BARR, Mr. HUELSKAMP, Mr. GOSAR, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, Mr. KOWSKY, Ms. NORTON, Mr. HASTINGS, FINCHER, Mr. SALMON, Mr. JOHNSON of HUIZENGA of Michigan, Mr. KING of Mr. BUTTERFIELD, Mr. MEEKS, Ms. Ohio, Mr. HENSARLING, Mr. BOST, Mr. Iowa, Mr. GROTHMAN, Mr. COLLINS of EDWARDS, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. VAN HUDSON, Mr. EMMER of Minnesota, Georgia, Mr. PITTS, Mr. STEWART, HOLLEN, Mr. BUCSHON, Mr. CARNEY, Mr. ZINKE, Mr. STIVERS, and Mr. Mr. HUELSKAMP, Mr. FINCHER, Mr. Mr. AMODEI, Ms. KELLY of Illinois, HUIZENGA of Michigan): FLEMING, Mr. WALBERG, Mr. JORDAN, H.R. 4928. A bill to amend chapter 44 of Mr. RENACCI, Mrs. BUSTOS, Mr. Mr. DUNCAN of South Carolina, Mr. title 18, United States Code, to amend the re- FATTAH, Mr. DESJARLAIS, Mr. KELLY CULBERSON, Mr. PALMER, Mr. BOU- quirement that interstate firearms sales by of Pennsylvania, Mr. KILMER, Mr. STANY, Mr. KELLY of Pennsylvania, Federal firearms licensees be made in ac- CONNOLLY, Ms. BROWN of Florida, Mr. RUSSELL, Mr. MILLER of Florida, cordance with the State law where the trans- Mrs. BEATTY, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. BLU- Mr. LAMALFA, Mr. ROUZER, Mr. action occurs; to the Committee on the Judi- MENAUER, Ms. PLASKETT, Mr. LOUDERMILK, Mr. CONAWAY, Mr. CAR- ciary. GALLEGO, and Mr. FITZPATRICK): H. Res. 679. A resolution expressing support TER of Georgia, Mr. MESSER, Mr. By Mr. MCKINLEY (for himself and Ms. for designation of May 2016 as ‘‘National FLEISCHMANN, Mr. GRAVES of Geor- DEGETTE): Brain Tumor Awareness Month‘‘; to the gia, Mr. OLSON, Mr. WESTMORELAND, H.R. 4929. A bill to amend the Department Committee on Energy and Commerce. Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas, Mr. of Energy Organization Act to establish a bi- ROKITA, Mr. HARRIS, Mr. CRAMER, Mr. ennial commission to develop a comprehen- f POMPEO, Mr. GOHMERT, Mrs. sive energy policy for the United States; to MEMORIALS HARTZLER, Mr. GOWDY, Mr. BENISHEK, the Committee on Energy and Commerce. Mr. JONES, Mr. GIBBS, Mr. YODER, Mr. By Mr. RATCLIFFE (for himself and Under clause 3 of rule XII, memorials PITTENGER, Mr. BILIRAKIS, Mrs. Mr. NUNES): were presented and referred as follows: ELLMERS of North Carolina, Mr. H.R. 4930. A bill to ensure appropriate pro- 196. The SPEAKER presented a memorial BRADY of Texas, Mr. ROE of Ten- tections and redress for travelers, consistent of the House of Representatives of the State nessee, Mr. ADERHOLT, Mr. NEUGE- with the transportation security and na- of Kansas, relative to House Resolution No. BAUER, Mr. BISHOP of Utah, Mr. FOR- tional security of the United States, and for 6045, urging the Federal Government to re- TENBERRY, Mr. JOHNSON of Ohio, Mr. other purposes; to the Committee on the Ju- quire the use of sound science in evaluating DUFFY, Mr. LAMBORN, Mr. HULTGREN, diciary. crop protection chemistries and nutrients; to Mr. PEARCE, Mr. WESTERMAN, Mr. By Ms. SLAUGHTER: the Committee on Agriculture. FARENTHOLD, Mr. SHUSTER, Mrs. LUM- H.R. 4931. A bill to direct the Attorney 197. Also, a memorial of the Senate of the MIS, Mr. BYRNE, Mr. JOLLY, Mr. General to establish a national pharma- State of Arkansas, relative to Senate Joint PALAZZO, Mr. LUETKEMEYER, Mr. ceutical stewardship program to facilitate Resolution 1, requesting the Congress of the KLINE, Mr. MOOLENAAR, Mr. ROTHFUS, the collection and disposal of prescription United States call a convention of the states Mr. ALLEN, Mr. RIBBLE, Mrs. WAG- medications; to the Committee on Energy to propose amendments to the Constitution NER, Mr. BABIN, Mr. KNIGHT, Mr. FLO- and Commerce. of the United States; to the Committee on RES, Mr. LATTA, Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of By Ms. SPEIER (for herself, Mr. COHEN, the Judiciary. Georgia, Mr. HUDSON, Mr. FORBES, and Mr. VAN HOLLEN): 198. Also, a memorial of the Senate of the and Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia): H.R. 4932. A bill to amend the Communica- State of Michigan, relative to Senate Reso- H.R. 4924. A bill to prohibit discrimination tions Act of 1934 to expand and clarify the lution No. 12, supporting the recommenda- against the unborn on the basis of sex or prohibition on inaccurate caller identifica- tions of the Chicago Area Waterway System

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Advisory Committee to prevent Asian Carp stitution in the government of the United H.R. 1185: Mr. KILMER, Mr. ALLEN, Mr. GIB- from entering the Great Lakes; to the Com- States SON, and Mr. MOONEY of West Virginia. mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- By Mr. MCKINLEY: H.R. 1188: Mr. LARSEN of Washington. ture. H.R. 4929. H.R. 1206: Mr. SESSIONS. H.R. 1211: Ms. ESTY and Ms. LOFGREN. f Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1292: Mr. BISHOP of Utah. CONSTITUTIONAL AUTHORITY According to Article I, Section 8 of the H.R. 1336: Mr. PETERS and Mr. CALVERT. STATEMENT Constitution: The Congress shall have power H.R. 1343: Mr. RANGEL and Mr. COLLINS of New York. Pursuant to clause 7 of rule XII of to lay and collect taxes, duties, imposts and excises, to pay the debts and provide for the H.R. 1422: Mr. LARSEN of Washington. the Rules of the House of Representa- common defense and general welfare of the H.R. 1427: Mr. TAKAI, Mrs. LAWRENCE, and tives, the following statements are sub- United States but all duties, imposts, and ex- Mr. DELANEY. mitted regarding the specific powers cises shall be uniform throughout. H.R. 1441: Mr. COURTNEY. granted to Congress in the Constitu- By Mr. RATCLIFFE: H.R. 1523: Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. tion to enact the accompanying bill or H.R. 4930. H.R. 1552: Mr. FATTAH and Mr. PAYNE. H.R. 1559: Mr. LOUDERMILK, Mr. WALBERG, Congress has the power to enact this legis- joint resolution. and Mr. COLE. lation pursuant to the following: By Mr. WALKER: H.R. 1588: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. The authority to enact this bill is derived H.R. 4921. H.R. 1595: Mr. ROONEY of Florida. from, but may not be limited to, Article I, Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1603: Mr. CALVERT, Mr. RIBBLE, and Section 8, Clause 3 of the United States Con- lation pursuant to the following: Mr. CARTER of Texas. stitution. Article I, Section 8, Clauses 1, 3, and 18 of H.R. 1655: Mr. RUSH and Mr. LOWENTHAL. By Ms. SLAUGHTER: the United States Constitution H.R. 1769: Mr. CRENSHAW, Mr. EMMER of H.R. 4931. By Mrs. WALORSKI: Minnesota, and Mr. HARPER. H.R. 4922. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 1854: Mr. DESAULNIER. Congress has the power to enact this legis- lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 1859: Mr. YOUNG of Iowa, Mr. WALDEN, lation pursuant to the following: Clause 18 of Section 8 of Article I of the Mr. CRAMER, and Ms. ESTY. Article I, Section 8 of the Constitution. Constitution. H.R. 1943: Mr. DESAULNIER. ‘‘To provide for the common defense,’’ ‘‘to By Ms. SPEIER: H.R. 1963: Mr. BEYER. raise and support Armies,’’ ‘‘to provide and H.R. 4932. H.R. 2031: Miss RICE of New York. maintain a Navy,’’ and ‘‘to make rules for Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2072: Mr. KIND. the government and regulation of the land lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2102: Mr. PETERSON, and naval forces.’’ This bill is enacted pursuant to the power H.R. 2121: Mr. ASHFORD, Mr. MOOLENAAR, By Mr. BRADY of Texas: granted to Congress under Article 1, Section and Mr. FORBES. H.R. 4923. 8 of the United States Constitution. H.R. 2170: Mr. DUFFY, Mr. CARNEY, and Mr. Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. TAKANO: MOULTON. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4933. H.R. 2237: Mr. MOULTON. Section 8 of Article I of the U.S. Constitu- Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2264: Mr. HARPER and Mr. HANNA. tion. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2274: Mr. WALZ. By Mr. FRANKS of Arizona: Article 1, Section 8 of the United States H.R. 2280: Ms. NORTON. H.R. 4924. Constitution. H.R. 2368: Mr. WALZ and Miss RICE of New Congress has the power to enact this legis- By Mr. THOMPSON of California: York. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 4934. H.R. 2411: Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALONEY of (1) the Commerce Clause; Congress has the power to enact this legis- New York. (2) section 2 of the 13th amendment; lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 2518: Mr. STIVERS. (3) section 5 of the 14th amendment, in- United States Constitution Article I, Sec- H.R. 2656: Miss RICE of New York and Mr. cluding the power to enforce the prohibition tion 1. HINOJOSA. H.R. 2713: Mrs. NAPOLITANO. on government action denying equal protec- By Ms. TSONGAS: H.R. 2726: Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. GALLEGO, tion of the laws; and H.R. 4935. Mr. WESTERMAN, and Mr. GRIJALVA. (4) section 8 of article I, to make all laws Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 2805: Mr. CHABOT, Mr. MOULTON, and necessary and proper for the carrying into lation pursuant to the following: Mr. LAHOOD. execution of powers vested by the Constitu- Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution. H.R. 2846: Mr. DESAULNIER. tion in the Government of the United States. f H.R. 2872: Ms. KUSTER. By Mr. LATTA: H.R. 2903: Mr. STIVERS and Mr. THOMPSON H.R. 4925. ADDITIONAL SPONSORS of California. Congress has the power to enact this legis- Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 2920: Mr. GIBSON and Mrs. ELLMERS of lation pursuant to the following: North Carolina. Article 1, Section 8, Clause 7 were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 2942: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. To establish Post Offices and post Roads. tions, as follows: H.R. 2992: Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ, Ms. DELBENE, By Mrs. BLACK: H.R. 20: Mr. ASHFORD and Mr. KEATING. Mr. KENNEDY, Mr. LARSEN of Washington, H.R. 4926. H.R. 40: Mr. COHEN. and Mr. PETERSON. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 228: Ms. DELBENE. H.R. 3002: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 303: Mr. WELCH, Mr. ROUZER, and Mr. H.R. 3007: Mr. GRIJALVA and Mrs. WATSON The Fourth Amendment to the United PASCRELL. COLEMAN. States Constitution as well as Article 1, Sec- H.R. 333: Mr. TAKAI. H.R. 3054: Ms. GABBARD. tion 8, Clause 18 of the United States Con- H.R. 415: Mr. TAKANO, Mr. WELCH, and Mr. H.R. 3119: Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania, Mr. stitution which grants Congress the author- COURTNEY. COLLINS of New York, Ms. STEFANIK, and Mr. ity to make all Laws which shall be nec- H.R. 446: Mr. DESAULNIER and Mr. KEATING. JEFFRIES. essary and proper for carrying into Execu- H.R. 491: Mr. POE of Texas. H.R. 3123: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. tion the foregoing Powers, and all other H.R. 581: Mr. ENGEL. H.R. 3165: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. Powers vested by this Constitution in the H.R. 605: Mr. VALADAO. H.R. 3180: Mr. BERA. Government of the United States, or in any H.R. 729: Mr. CARSON of Indiana and Mrs. H.R. 3209: Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Department or Officer thereof. BEATTY. H.R. 3235: Mr. CARSON of Indiana. By Ms. DELAURO: H.R. 762: Mr. DESAULNIER. H.R. 3326: Ms. KUSTER, Mr. BISHOP of Geor- H.R. 4927. H.R. 789: Mr. KENNEDY. gia, Ms. ESHOO, and Mr. KEATING. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 802: Mr. GOODLATTE, Mr. AMODEI, and H.R. 3349: Mr. ROE of Tennessee. lation pursuant to the following: Mr. DEUTCH. H.R. 3374: Mr. WALZ. Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitu- H.R. 837: Mr. OLSON. H.R. 3381: Mr. POE of Texas, Mr. PERL- tion. H.R. 849: Mr. SMITH of Texas. MUTTER, Mr. POMPEO, Ms. GRANGER, Mr. By Mr. GUINTA: H.R. 863: Mr. COFFMAN and Mr. ZINKE. BARLETTA, and Mr. MEEHAN. H.R. 4928. H.R. 885: Mr. FOSTER. H.R. 3427: Ms. BONAMICI. Congress has the power to enact this legis- H.R. 911: Mr. CALVERT. H.R. 3514: Mr. KIND, Ms. MOORE, Mr. PAYNE, lation pursuant to the following: H.R. 953: Mr. RUPPERSBERGER and Mr. Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California, Mr. Article 1 Section 8 Clause 18 COOK. THOMPSON of California, Mr. LIPINSKI, Ms. Congress shall have the power to make all H.R. 973: Mr. WELCH. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, Mr. HOYER, and Mr. laws which shall be necessary and proper for H.R. 1114: Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. SCHIFF. carrying into execution the foregoing pow- H.R. 1148: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. H.R. 3515: Mr. HENSARLING and Mr. CREN- ers, asn all other powers vested by the Con- H.R. 1153: Mr. AUSTIN SCOTT of Georgia. SHAW.

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H.R. 3546: Mr. RUPPERSBERGER, Mrs. DAVIS H.R. 4625: Mr. TAKANO, Mr. SWALWELL of H.R. 4830: Mr. SCHWEIKERT. of California, Mr. CUMMINGS, and Mr. MUR- California, Mr. YARMUTH, and Ms. DELBENE. H.R. 4835: Mr. COURTNEY. PHY of Florida. H.R. 4636: Mr. ALLEN. H.R. 4844: Mr. JEFFRIES and Ms. KAPTUR. H.R. 3604: Ms. MOORE. H.R. 4646: Mr. PERLMUTTER, Ms. CASTOR of H.R. 4851: Ms. MCSALLY and Mr. AUSTIN H.R. 3632: Mr. DESAULNIER. Florida, Mr. WELCH, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. GENE SCOTT of Georgia. H.R. 3687: Ms. DELAURO and Mr. MOULTON. GREEN of Texas, Mr. VEASEY, Mr. HINOJOSA, H.R. 4880: Mr. WOMACK, Mr. CARTER of H.R. 3765: Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. SWALWELL of California, Ms. TITUS, Mr. Texas, Mr. HUIZENGA of Michigan, and Mr. H.R. 3841: Mrs. LAWRENCE. VAN HOLLEN, Mr. FARR, Mr. YARMUTH, Mr. BURGESS. H.R. 3849: Mr. SCHIFF. LEWIS, Mr. BEYER, Mr. DESAULNIER, and Mr. H.R. 4892: Mr. ASHFORD. H.R. 3870: Mr. WELCH and Mr. CARNEY. TAKANO. H.R. 4901: Mr. RUSSELL, Mr. WALBERG, and H.R. 3871: Mr. POE of Texas. H.R. 4652: Mr. DESAULNIER. Mr. ALLEN. H.R. 3952: Mr. SESSIONS. H.R. 4667: Mr. MILLER of Florida and Mr. H.R. 3989: Mr. VEASEY and Mr. JONES. NUGENT. H.R. 4904: Mr. RUSSELL, Mr. BLUM, and Mr. H.R. 4006: Mr. COSTA and Mr. QUIGLEY. H.R. 4683: Ms. GABBARD. HURD of Texas. H.R. 4027: Mr. PETERS. H.R. 4684: Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania, H.R. 4915: Mr. BEYER. H.R. 4055: Mr. TED LIEU of California. Mr. JONES, and Mr. O’ROURKE. H.R. 4919: Mr. DONOVAN. H.R. 4165: Mr. WALZ. H.R. 4694: Mr. POCAN and Mr. DESAULNIER. H.J. Res. 52: Mr. NORCROSS. H.R. 4219: Mr. SMITH of Missouri, Mr. H.R. 4706: Mr. KLINE. H. Con. Res. 112: Mr. STIVERS and Mr. DEUTCH, and Mr. MCCAUL. H.R. 4715: Mrs. HARTZLER, Mr. POMPEO, Mr. GOSAR. H.R. 4223: Mr. SWALWELL of California, Mr. MULLIN, Mr. RENACCI, Mr. PETERSON, Mr. H. Res. 14: Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ. PETERS, and Mr. DEFAZIO. BURGESS, Mr. WEBSTER of Florida, and Mrs. H. Res. 290: Mr. WEBER of Texas. OYCE H.R. 4247: Mr. J . BROOKS of Indiana. H. Res. 318: Mr. LANGEVIN. H.R. 4352: Ms. CLARK of Massachusetts. H.R. 4750: Mr. JONES. H. Res. 569: Mr. VISCLOSKY. H.R. 4365: Mr. ABRAHAM, Mr. WALZ, and Mr. H.R. 4756: Miss RICE of New York. H. Res. 590: Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. CRAMER. H.R. 4764: Mr. CHAFFETZ, Mr. BRAT, Mr. H. Res. 591: Mr. WITTMAN, Ms. FUDGE, Mr. H.R. 4447: Mr. DESAULNIER. CALVERT, Mr. PITTENGER, and Mr. BABIN. CLYBURN, Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania, H.R. 4499: Mr. CARNEY, Mr. COURTNEY, and H.R. 4765: Mr. HIGGINS and Mr. LARSEN of Mrs. WALORSKI, and Mr. SEAN PATRICK MALO- Mr. DONOVAN. Washington. NEY of New York. H.R. 4514: Mr. WENSTRUP, Mrs. WAGNER, H.R. 4768: Mr. ROKITA and Mr. STEWART. H. Res. 612: Mr. DESAULNIER. Mr. LUETKEMEYER, and Mr. ROUZER. H.R. 4770: Mr. RENACCI. H.R. 4538: Mr. HULTGREN and Mr. BEYER. H.R. 4775: Mr. BISHOP of Georgia, Mr. LONG, H. Res. 633: Ms. MICHELLE LUJAN GRISHAM H.R. 4558: Mr. GRIJALVA. and Mr. COSTA. of New Mexico, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. MURPHY of H.R. 4562: Ms. GRAHAM. H.R. 4779: Mr. JONES. Florida, Mr. GRIJALVA, Mr. CLEAVER, Mr. H.R. 4563: Ms. GRAHAM. H.R. 4787: Mr. DIAZ-BALART. THOMPSON of California, Mr. DESAULNIER, H.R. 4570: Mr. REED. H.R. 4792: Mr. DESAULNIER. Ms. DELAURO, Ms. FRANKEL of Florida, Ms. H.R. 4594: Mr. COFFMAN and Mr. POCAN. H.R. 4807: Mr. VEASEY. BORDALLO, Ms. EDWARDS, Mr. CARSON of Indi- H.R. 4599: Ms. MATSUI. H.R. 4818: Mr. THOMPSON of California and ana, and Mr. SWALWELL of California. H.R. 4602: Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. MILLER of Florida. H. Res. 634: Mr. COHEN, Ms. BORDALLO, Mr. H.R. 4611: Mr. FOSTER. H.R. 4828: Mr. HULTGREN, Mr. LUETKE- SABLAN, Ms. JACKSON LEE, Mr. TED LIEU of H.R. 4615: Ms. NORTON, Mr. PETERS, Mr. MEYER, Mr. LATTA, Mr. FARENTHOLD, Mr. California, Mr. FLEISCHMANN, Mr. KING of SWALWELL of California, Mr. TAKANO, Ms. FLEISCHMANN, and Mr. FORTENBERRY. Iowa, Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia, Mr. BARR, Mr. ESHOO, and Mr. FARR. H.R. 4829: Mr. CHABOT, Mr. SWALWELL of COLE, and Mr. FRANKS of Arizona. H.R. 4617: Mr. LYNCH. California, Mr. MCCAUL, and Mr. HONDA. H. Res. 645: Mr. POMPEO.

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Vol. 162 WASHINGTON, WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2016 No. 56 Senate The Senate met at 9:30 a.m. and was this bipartisan FAA reauthorization TRIBUTE TO CHRISTINE CATUCCI called to order by the President pro and security bill. I appreciate his work tempore (Mr. HATCH). with the Aviation Subcommittee chair, Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, 40 years ago this week, Christine Catucci f Senator AYOTTE, and their counter- parts, Senator NELSON and Senator set out to spend her summer as a tour PRAYER CANTWELL, to move this important bill guide at the Capitol. She still remem- The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- forward. bers her first day in the summer of fered the following prayer: There are several good security 1976. It was a much different time back Let us pray. measures included in the bill, such as then, without the screening protocols Almighty God, the refuge of the dis- increased efforts to prevent cyber secu- and limitations on where visitors could tressed, thank You that in our troubles rity risks and efforts to help better go as we have today. Christine parked You sustain us with Your loving kind- prepare us when it comes to commu- her car and walked straight up the ness and tender mercy. Forgive us nicable diseases. But these Senators main Rotunda steps, ready to work. when we neglect to find in You a shel- didn’t stop there; they worked to in- She didn’t have intentions of staying ter from life’s storms. clude additional safety measures in an past the summer, much less for four Today, fill our Senators with a vi- amendment that passed by a bipartisan decades. But today, some 16 Sergeants brant faith. Give them complete con- majority. fidence in Your providential leading. Here is what we know the amend- at Arms and 7 Presidential administra- May the fire of Your love consume all ment will do: It will help prevent the tions later, Christine is still a smiling, things in their lives that displease You. ‘‘inside threat’’ of terrorism by enhanc- friendly face to those who enter, which As they are led by Your Spirit, give ing inspections and vetting of airport is important because, as director of the them Your peace. employees. It will require a review of Senate Appointment Desk, she is often We pray in Your sacred Name. Amen. perimeter security. It will also improve the first person a visitor sees when vis- f various efforts to secure international iting the Capitol. flights coming into our airports. As the years have gone by, PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE In addition to these steps designed to Christine’s responsibilities and admira- The President pro tempore led the ramp up security, we also adopted an tion for the Senate have grown. She Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: amendment from Senator HEINRICH still considers it an honor and a privi- that would increase security in I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the lege to help those visiting the Capitol, prescreening areas which could be vul- United States of America, and to the Repub- and that is true, she says, ‘‘whether it lic for which it stands, one nation under God, nerable to terror attacks. And Sen- is an official business visitor or a ‘star- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. ators TOOMEY and CASEY have worked ry-eyed’ tourist.’’ She says that she f tirelessly to get the Senate to pass an amendment addressing the security of loves seeing the awe people have when RECOGNITION OF THE MAJORITY cockpit doors. they visit the Capitol and she is proud LEADER These three amendments, put forth to be a part of that experience. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. by Republicans and Democrats, empha- The joy this institution and this ca- PAUL). The majority leader is recog- size the bipartisan nature of this issue reer have brought to Christine obvi- nized. and of this bipartisan FAA reauthor- ously made a pretty big impact on the f ization and security bill. love of her life, her daughter Nichole. Nearly 60 amendments from both FAA REAUTHORIZATION BILL Nichole works just one floor up from sides were accepted in committee, and her mom, and in Christine’s words, she Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, more than a dozen from both sides were is ‘‘a constant reminder . . . that fam- whether traveling for business or lei- accepted here on the floor. I encourage ily comes first.’’ sure, American passengers want to feel Members to continue working across safe and informed when flying. They the aisle to move this bill forward. Today, Christine’s Senate family also want to feel assured that in light As the chairman reminded us yester- would like to congratulate her on this of recent terror attacks, more is being day, this bill contains the most com- notable milestone. We thank her for done in our airports and in our skies. prehensive set of aviation security re- her four decades of steadfast service, Chairman THUNE knows this, and that forms in years. So let’s take the next and we look forward to seeing the im- is why he has worked attentively with step in passing this legislation and get- pact she will continue to make here in Members from both sides to put forth ting it one step closer to becoming law. the Capitol.

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Mr. President, no matter LEAHY. said, ‘‘As a matter of principle, the what work or occupation one has, it is Her career began in the last year of American people need to be made always good to have a diversion away Gerald Ford’s Presidency. She worked aware of any action that prevents a from their duties of the day. as a tour guide, chaperoning people matter from being considered by their I am very careful about never speak- through the Capitol and giving people elected Senators.’’ ing for the Republican leader, but I will explanations as to what they were Nothing that Senator GRASSLEY has make an exception today and talk a looking at at the time. In 1980 she done with respect to the Supreme little bit about my friend the Repub- moved to the Office of the Doorkeeper Court vacancy meets his own standard lican leader. of the Senate and moved through a for transparency. We both find a diversion during base- number of positions there for 11 years. There was no transparency when the ball season. We can leave here—it real- In 1991, she arrived at the Senate Ap- Judiciary Committee chairman and his ly doesn’t matter what time; usually pointment Desk, where she has worked Republican committee members shut the games are at night—and we can for the last 25 years. She is the direc- Democrats out and met with the Re- watch the Nationals play baseball. The tor, overseeing a staff of nine. publican leader behind closed doors. Republican leader and I have talked Over the years, she has developed a There was no transparency when he about this often—how much we enjoy close relationship with Senators and twisted the arms of his own committee the games—and we have enjoyed the staff, and she can recount with pleas- members to sign a loyalty oath, again games much more since this young ure the times that Senator Robert behind closed doors. There was no man from Las Vegas, Bryce Harper, is Byrd—the legendary Robert Byrd from transparency when he sought to move on the baseball team, the Washington West Virginia—would invite her and a public committee meeting behind Nationals. He comes from a great fam- some of her coworkers to have lunch closed doors just to avoid talking ily, a working family. His father was with him in his Capitol office. He about the Supreme Court nomination. an ironworker. They are a close family. didn’t eat much, if anything, but he And there was certainly no trans- Prior to the Nationals even having a talked all the time, telling stories. I parency on Tuesday—yesterday—when team here—I have been here a long was the recipient of a number of the at 8 o’clock in the morning he met time—I followed the Orioles, and just stories of the late, great Senator Byrd. downstairs with Judge Merrick Gar- as a side note, I should mention how The Senate is her family, literally. land in the private Senate Dining happy I am for Peter Angelos, the Her father was a Senate doorkeeper Room moments before slipping out the owner, that fine man, that his team is from 1967 to 1977. Her daughter Nichole back door to avoid reporters. This is doing so well this year. They are 7 and works in the cloakroom right behind how CNN reported it: ‘‘The Iowa Sen- 0. us. That is three generations of Senate ator left the high-profile but out-of- So Senator MCCONNELL and I enjoy staffers. sight meeting via a backdoor that baseball season. It gives us an oppor- It was Nichole who summed up every- leads to his private ‘hideaway.’ ’’ tunity to focus on things other than thing great about her mother for me One television station in Iowa put it what is going on in the Senate. when she said: ‘‘My mom raised me all this way: ‘‘Grassley evaded reporters.’’ f by herself and did an amazing job as a This is the same Senator who once single mom while working full-time.’’ supported cameras in Federal court- TRIBUTE TO CHRISTINE CATUCCI So this is Christine Catucci. It is her rooms, including the Supreme Court. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I join with work ethic and caring dedication that Why? To increase transparency, so he the Republican leader today in hon- she has brought to the Senate every said. But Senator GRASSLEY only wants oring Christine Catucci on the occa- day for the last 40 years—four decades. transparency to apply to others, I sion, which has already been men- Thank you very much for being a part guess not to himself. When it comes to tioned, of her 40th anniversary of work- of our Senate family. transparency, his attitude is strictly: ing for the U.S. Senate. f ‘‘Do as I say, not as I do.’’ In any given year, about 21⁄2 million TRANSPARENCY IN GOVERNMENT He won’t even apply a degree of that people visit this beautiful building. Bill same openness as he blocks a nominee Dauster, who is here with me and is Mr. REID. Mr. President, throughout to the highest Court in the land. There with me virtually every day, every his career in the Senate, the senior will be no transparency if Senator place I go, was just commenting before Senator from Iowa has styled himself GRASSLEY fails to call an open hearing the prayer was given how fortunate we as an advocate for transparency in gov- where Chief Justice Garland can are to work in this magnificent build- ernment. A number of years ago he present himself to the American peo- ing. And as the Republican leader men- said: ple. tioned in his comments about Ms. I believe in the principle of open govern- I have had people ask me: Why Catucci, people become starry-eyed ment. Lack of transparency in the public wouldn’t there be a hearing? Well, it is looking at this building. We are here policy process leads to cynicism and distrust obvious. They are all afraid. The chair- of public officials. . . . As a matter of prin- all the time, and we may not appre- ciple, the American people need to be made man of the Judiciary Committee is ciate it as much as we should every aware of any action that prevents a matter afraid that this good man, if the Amer- day. It is a beautiful building. from being considered by their elected Sen- ican people see him, will understand For those of us who are fortunate ators. why he is a nomination that couldn’t enough to venture over to the place He reiterated his beliefs just a few be better. They are afraid to allow this where she works—down on the first days ago here in this Chamber, and man to be seen by the American public. floor is where she spends most of her here is what he said last week: Talking about transparency, there day, and that is where most of the peo- The principle of government transparency won’t be any if the Republican Sen- ple come into that floor—you will see a is one that does not expire. . . . Open govern- ators aren’t going to be able to even great smile. That smile belongs to her. ment is good government. And Americans have a vote on the nomination. I first saw that smile many years ago. have a right to a government that is ac- All of this that has been going on is We had a Senate retreat. She was there countable to its people. not like the Senator GRASSLEY who I to help staff us, and she played a vital So Senator GRASSLEY’s commitment have served with for more than three role in making sure the retreat worked to transparency is as shallow as the decades. By carrying out the present well. I have always remembered her shallowest puddle you could find. leader’s failed strategy to undermine

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To have served the job with prehensive aviation security enhance- hind closed doors with private con- Judge Tom Staff on the federal bench for 12 ments of any FAA reauthorization in versations that shut the American peo- years is a singular honor. A giant has fallen recent history. This bill helps pas- . . . this remarkable man left a legacy of ple out of the important confirmation love of family, of duty and honor and love of sengers and Americans who use the na- process. If the senior Senator from this nation, its judicial system and the rule tional airspace for many different Iowa truly believes in transparency, he of law. transportation needs. For example, since the last reauthor- should simply do his job and give The colleague continues: Merrick Garland a hearing and a vote. ization of the Federal Aviation Admin- Tom Stagg loved being a federal judge. We istration in 2012, the use of drones has Mr. President, there appears to be no will all miss him. one seeking the floor. Will the Pre- increased dramatically. According to Judge Stagg assumed senior status siding Officer announce the business of its most recent aerospace forecast, the on the court in 1992, but he didn’t re- the day. FAA estimates that annual sales of tire. He maintained a full caseload, both commercial and hobby unmanned f serving on Federal circuit courts of ap- aircraft could be 2.5 million in 2016—a RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME peals panels. Judge Stagg loved being a number they estimate may increase to judge, but his love for the job also The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under 7 million units annually by 2020. But came second after his love for his fam- the FAA has an outdated legislative the previous order, the leadership time ily. Judge Stagg married the former is reserved. framework being used to shape the use Mary Margaret O’Brien in 1946 and is of this rapidly growing technology for f survived by her and their two grand- both hobbyists and commercial opera- children, Julie and Margaret Mary. MORNING BUSINESS tors. This is slowing down innovation I yield the floor. and advancements in safety. Our bill The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under I suggest the absence of a quorum. gives the FAA new authority to en- the previous order, the Senate will be The PRESIDING OFFICER. The force safe drone usage. This includes in a period of morning business for 1 clerk will call the roll. efforts to make sure drone users know hour, with Senators permitted to speak The legislative clerk proceeded to and follow basic rules of the sky to therein for up to 10 minutes each. call the roll. avoid dangerous situations. Mr. REID. I suggest the absence of a Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I ask To support job growth in the aero- quorum. unanimous consent that the order for space industry, our legislation reforms The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. COT- the quorum call be rescinded. the process the FAA uses for approving TON). The clerk will call the roll. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without new aircraft designs. Our goal is to The legislative clerk proceeded to objection, it is so ordered. shorten the time it takes for U.S. aero- call the roll. f space innovations to go from design Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I ask boards to international markets while unanimous consent that the order for CONCLUSION OF MORNING BUSINESS maintaining safety standards. the quorum call be rescinded. For the general aviation community, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The PRESIDING OFFICER. Morning we are also streamlining redtape and objection, it is so ordered. business is closed. adding safety enhancements for small f f aircraft by including provisions from the Pilot’s Bill of Rights 2. REMEMBERING THOMAS EATON AMERICA’S SMALL BUSINESS TAX Finally, we increase authorized fund- STAGG, JR. RELIEF ACT OF 2015 ing for the Airport Improvement Pro- Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, I rise The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under gram, which pays for infrastructure in support of designating the Shreve- the previous order, the Senate will re- like runways, by $400 million with ex- port Federal Building as the ‘‘Tom sume consideration of H.R. 636, which isting surplus funds. This allows us to Stagg Federal Building and United the clerk will report. help meet pressing construction needs States Courthouse.’’ The Honorable The senior assistant legislative clerk without raising taxes or fees on the Thomas or ‘‘Tom’’ Eaton Stagg, Jr., of read as follows: traveling public. Shreveport passed away last June. He A bill (H.R. 636) to amend the Internal Rev- We developed this bill through a ro- was an inspirational figure. enue Code of 1986 to permanently extend in- bust and open process that allowed He graduated from Byrd High School creased expensing limitations, and for other every member of the Commerce Com- in Shreveport and joined the U.S. purposes. mittee to help guide the content of this Army preparing for World War II. He Pending: critical aviation legislation. Last year rose to the rank of captain, earning the McConnell (for Thune/Nelson) amendment the Commerce Committee held six Combat Infantryman Badge, a Bronze No. 3679, in the nature of a substitute. hearings on topics that helped inform Star for valor, another Bronze Star for Thune amendment No. 3680 (to amendment our legislation. At the committee meritorious service, the Purple Heart No. 3679), of a perfecting nature. markup last month, we accepted 57 with oak leaf cluster. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- amendments, 34 of which were spon- At one point, he was saved from ator from South Dakota. sored by Democrats and 23 of which death when a German bullet was Mr. THUNE. Mr. President, I wish to were sponsored by Republicans. stopped by a Bible he carried in his speak briefly to the legislation before Since debate began on the bill last pocket. It was as if he was fated to live. us, the FAA reauthorization. week, we have successfully included an After World War II, Tom attended The Committee on Commerce, additional 19 amendments here on the Cambridge and then LSU Law Center Science, and Transportation, which I floor of the Senate. Ten of these and then served in private practice. chair, was instrumental in bringing amendments are sponsored by Demo- Tom’s reputation was described as a this bill to the floor. Our committee crats and nine by Republicans. combination of ‘‘intelligence, spirit, has a long and proud history of bipar- This bill deserves the Senate’s sup- patriotism, wisdom and wit’’ and re- tisan cooperation on important mat- port. I urge Members to remember all sulted in his nomination to serve on ters under its jurisdiction. This ex- of the important improvements this the Federal bench for the Western Dis- tends to the bill before us today, the legislation puts in place for aviation trict of Louisiana in 1974. He was Federal Aviation Administration Reau- security, consumer protection efforts, named chief judge in 1984, a position he thorization Act of 2016, which I, along American innovation, safety, and job

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Nineteen amendments is very worthy of our Members’ sup- the best way our great Nation can con- have been added to the bill since it port. front this threat. came to the floor, in addition to the 57 We have had a lot of participation. As the only Member of this body who we adopted at the committee level. Members of our committee on both serves on both the Homeland Security I want to credit the hard work that sides have had ample opportunities to and the Intelligence Committees, I has been done by the staffs on both get amendments considered and voted have the privilege to ensure that Okla- sides. The Commerce Committee staff on, 57 of which were adopted during the homans and Americans have a strong obviously has been very involved on committee deliberations on this. It is voice in the discussion over our Na- the majority side as well as the minor- the product of a lot of work. tion’s national security priorities. ity side in helping to shape this as it I think we are at a place that when There is no simple solution, though, came out of the committee and to the we report this out, it is a product we and there is no single method to con- floor. Lots of hours were put into get- can be proud of, and we can send it to front terrorism. But we must be abso- ting us to where we are today. I think the House of Representatives in hopes lutely clear that terrorists will find no where we are is we have a bipartisan that they will pick it up or, if they de- quarter in the land of the free, in the bill which has been broadly supported cide to pass their own version of this home of the brave. coming out of the committee, which legislation, meet us in conference As a member of the Senate Intel- has numerous safety enhancements in where we can work out the differences ligence Committee, I walk behind a it—the most we have seen in a decade— but get these important safety meas- heavy door several times a week to hear the sobering details about foreign and a bill which is worthy of all Sen- ures—these important measures that threats and the amazing work that ators’ support. will support jobs and innovation in our Having said that, there are other economy—onto the President’s desk Americans do to confront them. I wish amendments that have been filed. I am where they can be signed into law and we could talk about all those things not sure what the number is today, but can be implemented and put into ef- here because I believe Americans would be very proud of the work that is going we had 198 amendments filed to the fect. bill, and we are continuing to work That is where we are at the moment. on. We can talk about disrupted terrorist with the sponsors of those amendments Again, I thank all of our colleagues for plots and insight into adversaries’ to try to get additional amendments their cooperation to date and hope that plans that allow us to adjust and to adopted. We obviously have to have co- we can see more of that moving for- prepare and to confront those terror- ward because it will enable us, in my operation from Members on both sides ists before they bring the fight here. view, to continue to strengthen this in order for that to happen. We have a There are hard questions behind those bill before it gets to its ultimate pas- list of another 10 or a dozen amend- closed doors. Oversight should be ex- ments we think could be cleared and sage, which I hope will be sometime pected, and open discussions should be could be added to the legislation, but later this week. We have been on it expected. we are going to need Members who cur- now for a couple of weeks, and it is Let me say today how incredibly rently have holds on that process to time to get it off the floor, get it to the grateful I am for the people in the in- lift those holds. House, and, hopefully, eventually onto telligence community who work hard We are on a glidepath to getting this the President’s desk. every single day. Members of our mili- bill to votes coming up tomorrow, so I yield the floor. tary and members of law enforcement we have today and perhaps part of to- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- around the country wear uniforms, and morrow in which to process additional ator from Oklahoma. we get a chance to say thank you to amendments. I hope Members will de- TERRORISM them personally when we see them. cide to work with us. We think this bill Mr. LANKFORD. Mr. President, as I But members of the intelligence com- has obviously been very well vetted. As traveled all over Oklahoma during the munity are patriotic Americans who I said, it was debated heavily at the State work weeks in March, I heard the are working to protect their families committee level, and we have now had concerns over and over from families in and our families every day. We don’t opportunities to offer amendments on my State about terrorism. I talked get to say thank you to them because the floor. But there are always ways in with a gentleman in Coalgate, OK, who we don’t know who they are. But let which it can be improved. There are a absolutely could not understand how me say thank you to them today from lot of worthy amendments that Mem- the United States could release $1 bil- our country. bers have interest in adding to this leg- lion to Iran the same month that rural Right now, members of radical Is- islation, some of which are germane to hospitals across our State and across lamic groups around the world are call- the legislation, some of which are not. America were facing new cuts from ing out on social media, through Obviously, once we get to cloture on CMS in new criteria there. That $1 bil- encrypted messages and in public fo- the bill, only those amendments that lion that was sent by the United States rums around the world, for the small are germane will be able to be voted to Iran could have bailed out every sin- minority of Muslims who believe as on, but we would like to get other gle rural hospital in America. they do and who believe in their hate- amendments processed. I talked to a mom in Lawton who did filled doomsday mission. They tell peo- So what I am saying is that through- not understand why there was a con- ple that if they believe as they do, they out the day today, if Members will versation in DC about closing the should kill as they do. ISIS is enraged work with us, and for those who cur- Guantanamo Bay detention facility by our views about free speech, free- rently have holds on that process mov- and bringing those individuals into the dom of religion, girls attending school, ing forward, if you would lift those, it United States. equal pay, equal opportunity, and even will enable us to process a lot of I talked to a dad in Tulsa, a dad of a voting in elections. It is almost impos- amendments Senators are interested in soldier, who wanted to know what is sible for Americans to imagine their having added to the bill. happening with terrorism and what is hatred for the modern world and for We will continue throughout the day America’s response. freedom and basic human rights. to negotiate with Members and hope- I talked to an Oklahoma business How do you win against an enemy fully have an additional list of amend- owner who is very concerned about like that? You confront them is how ments that we can adopt. I would say cyber security and the threat of foreign you do it, not ignore them. You deal again that my colleague, the ranking governments attacking his network with their ideology that spreads like a Democrat on the Commerce Com- and other networks and businesses cancer around social media platforms mittee, Senator NELSON and I have around the country. around the world.

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The kill- world like the United States of Amer- This is clearly evident in Iran’s con- ers in Paris and Brussels were not iso- ica. No one has our intelligence capa- tinued, unabashed support for ter- lated and poor. While refugees and iso- bility. No one in the world has our Tax rorism and terrorist organizations such lated communities in poverty are un- Code planning capability. So the whole as Hezbollah, their propping up of the doubtedly breeding grounds for anger world is waiting on America to decide Assad regime in Syria—a government and frustration, that is not the pri- what we are going to do so they can de- that continues to blow up its own peo- mary cancer of terrorism. There are cide if they are going to join us in this ple and butcher its own people—and millions of people living as refugees in fight against this radical Islamic ter- Iran’s shipments of weapons to rebels the world right now who are not ex- rorism. It is not about massive troops in Yemen to be able to fuel their civil tremists. They are not terrorists; they on the ground; it is about a clear plan war there, right on Saudi Arabia’s just want peace so they can go home and a clear strategy to carry it out. It southern border. and have a normal life again. is why the Russians currently look We haven’t even discussed Iran’s We do have a moral and national se- more mobile and more capable than us testing of ballistic missiles in direct curity obligation to help the vulner- all of a sudden. violation of international law. If Iran able when we can. The refugee crisis is So the ‘‘now what’’ question rises can’t be trusted to uphold the law now, immense, and it is affecting millions large in this body. how can it be trusted to be able to up- worldwide. Many countries are at the No. 1, there are multiple proposals in hold some agreement which it hasn’t brink, and we need to stay engaged. State and foreign operations for how even signed? That is the Joint Com- But America has already given billions we can engage in peaceful activities: prehensive Plan of Action. of dollars in aid. No country—no coun- helping refugees, helping those in pov- Congressionally imposed sanctions try has done more for the refugees than erty, helping to bring education to on Iran is what brought the Ayatollah the United States. Our logistics, our places, helping engage diplomatically to the negotiating table. Let’s be hon- support, and our financial aid have sus- with religious leaders around the world est about this. Regardless of what some tained most of the refugee commu- and with other countries to deal with people may say about the momentum nities there either through direct aid terrorist financing. Those are things of the moderates and the reformists in- or what we are doing through the we could and should do and should do side of Iran, Iran’s foreign policy, espe- cially in dealing with the United United Nations right now. But the peo- more aggressively. No. 2, the national defense authoriza- States, runs through the Ayatollah ple living as refugees need access to tion is coming, and it is coming soon. Khamenei. He has made it crystal clear education and training so their chil- We need to give great military clar- that his regime is built on radical dren will grow up with skills and op- ity—not only rules of engagement in Islamist views, and this particular view portunity. We can help them have a the battlefield, but what is the clear of Shia Islam—though it is opposed to second chance. But that is not the pri- purpose militarily for the United ISIS—is supportive of spreading their mary source. States in this battle against radical We need to engage with religious views around the world. It is absolutely Islam? anti-American. leaders around the world. We cannot No. 3 is tougher for this Nation, ap- It is essential that the Treasury con- and we will not define faith for them, parently: Believe and understand that tinue to completely shut down Iran’s but we can challenge any faith that Iran is one of the key areas in this access to the U.S. dollar, and it is es- promotes the death of people because fight. I believe this administration has sential that Treasury rigorously en- of their race, their belief, or their gen- been too eager to believe good news force the still-standing human rights der. We should work to shut off terror- about Iran and is ignoring the concerns and terrorism-related sanctions on ists’ financing around the world, their that many of us hold. I have stood here Iran. illegal energy trade, their drug traf- several times in the past year to speak I spoke with DNI Clapper in this ad- ficking, their extortions, and persons out against the President’s reckless ministration just a few weeks ago. in wealthy countries who send money nuclear deal with the Iranian Aya- When I asked the Director of National with the implicit promise that those tollah. I didn’t like it then, I still don’t Intelligence if there has been any terrorists will not bring terrorism to like it, and I still don’t believe Iran can change in Iran’s focus on being the their country if only they will send be trusted to be able to carry out its largest state sponsor of terrorism in them money to do terrorism in other end of bargain. the world, this administration’s Direc- places. I recently authored a resolution that tor of National Intelligence said there We must also fight and confront clearly outlines to the administration has been no change in Iran’s behavior those individuals militarily. We must how the United States should respond since the nuclear deal was signed in re- learn the lesson of 9/11. They are not if Iran—and I believe when Iran— lation to terrorism. just a group of radical thugs over there breaches the nuclear agreement. We We should not release known terror- who we can ignore. They hate us, and should reapply waived sanctions and ists or bring them to U.S. soil. I can’t they will find every way possible to at- U.N. Security Council resolutions and believe I have to even raise this as an tack us here and to attack our allies. limit Iran’s ability to import defensive issue in this Nation. We should keep No one wants war, but we cannot stand equipment so they can stop fortifying Guantanamo Bay, known as Gitmo— by and watch terrorists beheading their nuclear capabilities over the next that detention facility—open and oper- Egyptian Christians on the beaches of 10 years. When all the enrichment limi- ational rather than releasing known Libya, killing Shia Muslims because of tations are lifted, they will be well pre- terrorists back into the battlefield or their faith in Iraq, blowing themselves pared to defend those facilities they bringing them to the United States. up in an airport in Brussels, shooting have now created. In this era of growing threats, why people at a rock concert or a syna- As I have said many times, until Iran would we irresponsibly release these gogue in Paris or just people enjoying proves it is a peaceful, responsible individuals? Senator KIRK and I, along a party at work in California. We can’t player in the Middle East, the inter- with four other members of this body, put our heads in the sand and ignore national community must be vigilant introduced a bill last week to prohibit what is really happening and assume it in pushing back against Iran’s harmful the President from transferring terror- will just go away if we do nothing. and destructive influence among its ists detained in Guantanamo Bay to As long as they hold territory, they neighbors. any other state where they may go and call out to people worldwide to come Last week I spoke with Adam Szubin, actually sponsor terrorism. It is not a join them in their caliphate to come Acting Under Secretary of the Treas- hard decision; it is common sense.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Apr 13, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G13AP6.006 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S1988 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 13, 2016 Our bill is very clear: If those indi- are shareholders, it tries to increase She took the diploma to police depart- viduals are transferred out of Guanta- the value of shares and maybe even pay ments and sheriffs’ offices all around namo to some other state and then a dividend. the region and they looked at her and they later commit some act of ter- The others—the not-for-profits—by said: Sorry, but that is not a real uni- rorism, that state’s foreign aid is cut definition don’t do that, and most pri- versity. You have gone to school there off. The expectation is if these individ- vate universities are not for profit. Ex- for 5 years, and I know you have the di- uals go to that location, that location amples: University of Illinois, a public ploma, but we don’t recognize is actually going to monitor them. university, the University of Maryland. Westwood. Westwood College is not a Americans assume that at this point, Private universities: Georgetown Uni- real university. but it is not happening. versity, George Washington University. So she found out her diploma was Senator INHOFE and I will introduce a For-profit universities: The University worthless, she couldn’t get a job, but bill later today which prohibits the of Phoenix—people have probably here is the worst part: At that point, transfer to the United States or release heard of it—DeVry University out of she had $95,000 in student debt—$95,000 of terrorists held in Guantanamo Bay. Chicago, IL; ITT Tech; Kaplan, these in debt—and a worthless diploma. It also goes further than what we do are for-profit colleges and universities. Where do you turn? with Senator KIRK’s bill, and it actu- Are they different? They are dramati- Well, let me tell you what happened ally prohibits the President from clos- cally different. to her. She moved back in with her ing the facility entirely. The President Let me give my colleagues three parents, living in the basement. Her should not risk our Nation’s national numbers that define the difference be- dad came out of retirement, took a job security just to fulfill some campaign tween for-profit colleges and univer- to try to help her pay off her student promise that makes absolutely no sities and all the others. Here are the loans at Westwood, and she started to sense and puts our country at risk. numbers: Ten percent of all of college think about: How do I go to a real The executive branch occasionally students in America go to for-profit school now—a community college or laments congressional engagement in colleges and universities, like the Uni- something—so I can get an education. foreign policy, but this is the way the versity of Phoenix. These, many times She wasted 5 years of her life, and her American people speak out because the online, universities including Kaplan decisions from that point forward will people in Oklahoma are absolutely con- and DeVry, 10 percent of the students reflect the fact that she had this ter- cerned about what is happening in na- go to them. rible experience. Twenty percent of all of the Federal tional security and they want this ad- There are things which these for- aid to education goes to for-profit col- ministration to hear it loud and clear. profit colleges and universities do leges and universities. Why is it twice There seems to be no clear plan, and which other universities wouldn’t do. I as much as the percentage of students? the plans that are clear seem to weak- want to talk about one of them today. They are darned expensive. They have en our resolve on national security. The abuses of this industry are clear. tuition that is usually much more cost- Today I simply ask my colleagues to Hundreds of thousands of students have ly than other colleges and universities. been deceived, misled, and harassed join me and do what the people who we So that is 10 percent of the students, into enrolling in these schools where represent sent us here to do—to assume 20 percent of the Federal aid to edu- they end up with a mountain of debt the mantle of responsibility as leaders cation, and the next number is 40. and a worthless diploma. Every day and to show them that we are not Forty percent of all the student loan seems to bring news about another for- afraid to work with this administra- defaults in the United States of Amer- profit college scam, and I have been tion or any administration. We need to ica are students attending for-profit giving these speeches for a while, and take responsibility for setting the Na- colleges and universities—10 percent of it keeps unfolding day after day. Here tion’s national security agenda. It the students, 40 percent of the student must be done. loan defaults. Why? The answer is obvi- is the latest: the complaint the attor- It can’t be done just militarily. It ous. They are very expensive and the ney general of Massachusetts filed re- must be done in a broad method by education they provide often isn’t cently against ITT Tech for abusive re- reaching out, not only strategically worth much. cruitment tactics. I know this ITT and diplomatically through our State Students who enroll and start Tech because in my hometown of Department but also militarily with a courses at for-profit colleges and uni- Springfield, IL, at White Oaks Mall, clear focus to make sure we protect the versities get in over their heads and they have a big sign. They look like Nation and that we don’t release ter- drop out—the worst possible outcome. the real thing, but when Massachusetts rorists and actually do what we are Now they are deep in debt with no de- took a look at their recruiting tactics, supposed to do—guard this Nation’s se- gree, and they default on their loan. it turned out they were lying to the curity. Some finish, and for many of them, it students. You see, they need to lure in With that, I yield back. is even worse. After they have stacked students to sign up at ITT Tech, they I suggest the absence of a quorum. up all of this debt, they graduate from make promises they can’t keep, and The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. SUL- a for-profit college and university and many times they lure in students who LIVAN). The clerk will call the roll. find out the diploma is worthless. That are not ready for college. Why do they The legislative clerk proceeded to is the reality of higher education in do that? Because the minute a low-in- call the roll. America today. come student signs up at ITT Tech, the Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask For quite a long time I have come to Pell grant, which goes to low-income unanimous consent that the order for the Senate floor and talked about these college students, flows through the stu- the quorum call be rescinded. for-profit colleges and universities. I dent to ITT Tech. There is $5,800 just The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without got into this by meeting a young for being low income and signing up, objection, it is so ordered. woman from a southern suburb of Cook not to mention what follows—the col- FOR-PROFIT COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES County. She went to a place called lege student loans. Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, if we Westwood College, a for-profit college If a student is lucky—if they are ask most Americans: What is the dif- and university based out of Colorado. lucky—the for-profit college will lead ference between a for-profit college and She had been watching all of these CSI them to the college loans originated by university and a not-for-profit college shows and the rest of them. She was the government. Those are more rea- and university, a private university, just caught up in law enforcement. She sonable. If they are unlucky, they get most of them would say: I am not sure wanted to get into law enforcement. So steered by these for-profit colleges to I can tell you. she enrolled at this for-profit college— private loans with dramatically higher Well, certainly for-profit, by defini- Westwood—and started attending interest rates and terms which are not tion, is a business. It is primarily a classes. Well, it turned out to be expen- the least bit forgiving. business that generates a profit for the sive, and then it turned out to be a dis- We say to ourselves: These students company if it is successful. It pays for aster. ought to know better. Well, how smart the salaries and compensation of those Five years later, she graduated and were you when it came to the ways of who work for the company, and if there received her diploma from Westwood. the world when you were 19 years old?

VerDate Sep 11 2014 23:51 Apr 13, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G13AP6.007 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S1989 How much did you know about bor- misconduct. It prevents prospective reported where grandmothers have rowing $10,000 when you were 19 or 20 students from knowing that there were their Social Security checks basically years old, when they shoved across the an awful lot of other students at the garnished to pay off the grand- desk a stack of papers and said: If you same school that had the same bad ex- daughter’s student loan. It is a debt, will sign these for your loan, you will perience. frankly, that will be with them for a be able to start classes Monday. You It is fine for schools to give students lifetime. That is why this conversation know what happens. The students sign the choice of arbitration, but to say it is so important. up. They have been told their whole is mandatory and that you have no A few years ago, the for-profit col- lives: This is what you need to do. other choice is wrong. Mandatory arbi- leges and universities ended up with When you finish high school, you go to tration clauses are not used by legiti- the same treatment as every other col- college. mate not-for-profit colleges and uni- lege and university, and they, too, Here is another part of it that is very versities. Not-for-profit colleges, public when it comes to student debt, have important. Right now, the Department and private, are comfortable with being their investment protected because the of Education is working on new Fed- held accountable to the students. They student cannot discharge it in bank- eral regulations so that when the stu- don’t require mandatory arbitration in ruptcy. dents go to these for-profit schools—or order for the students to sign up for This Senator thinks the Department any school for that matter—and the classes. The Association of Public Land of Education has the authority to clean school engages in unfair, deceptive, or Grant Universities, the National Asso- this up. abusive conduct, there is some protec- ciation of Independent Colleges and Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- tion. The Department has set up a rule- Universities, the Association of Com- sent to have printed in the RECORD a making, but because the negotiations munity College Trustees, and the legal analysis put together by Public with outside stakeholders haven’t American Association of Collegiate Citizen outlining the authority the De- reached a consensus, they are still Registrars and Admissions Officers all partment of Education has to ban man- working on the rule. confirmed what I just said. Unfortu- datory arbitration. Let me talk about one issue that I nately, mandatory arbitration clauses There being no objection, the mate- think is critical that is under consider- are a hallmark of the for-profit indus- rial was ordered to be printed in the ation by the Department of Education try, used by nearly all major compa- RECORD, as follows: when it comes to these for-profit col- nies—DeVry, the University of Phoe- PUBLIC CITIZEN, leges: mandatory arbitration clauses. nix, and ITT Tech, just to name a few. Washington, DC, February 24, 2016. You are going to find at for-profit col- These same clauses were used by a Dr. JOHN B. KING, Jr., leges—and at virtually no other col- for-profit school called Corinthian, Acting Secretary of Education, lege—a little paragraph stuck in that which went bankrupt. What happens Washington, DC. enrollment agreement, stuck in your when a for-profit college goes bank- CITIZEN PETITION enrollment contract, which says that if rupt? They have received the money The federal government spends more than you have any grievance with that for- $128 billion annually on student aid distrib- through the student from the Federal uted under Title IV of the Higher Education profit school, if you think they de- Government. They have received all Act (HEA), 20 U.S.C. § 1070 et seq. This aid, ceived you, defrauded you, lied to you, those Pell grants. They have received which includes Stafford, PLUS, and Perkins if you think that you got in debt for a the money for government loans, and loans, as well as Pell grants, is the largest promised degree that was going to lead now they are officially out of business. stream of federal postsecondary education to a job, you can’t plead your case in Where does that leave the student if funding. court after you sign this agreement. the school closes? Well, we give them a While profiting from U.S. taxpayers, some You have to go to mandatory arbitra- pretty tough choice. The first choice is predatory schools—particularly in the for- tion. Mandatory arbitration, for those profit education sector—target underserved to keep the credit hours they earned at populations of students, including people of not familiar with it, is a closed-door the for-profit school and transfer to an- color, low-income individuals, and veterans, process. The company or school, in this other school—too often another for- with fraudulent recruitment practices. These case, sets standards about who will de- profit. Is that worth the effort? Well, schools provide students with an education cide your fate and about what of any- the student has to decide or drop those far inferior to what has been promised. They thing that happened to you ever be- credit hours of the for-profit school and offer low quality programs and faculty, pro- comes public. Why do the for-profit get what is called a closed school dis- vide few if any student-support services, and schools do this? They don’t want to be charge. You don’t have to pay it back. have abysmal graduation and job-placement taken to court—no company does. rates. Many students drop out once they re- Who loses in that deal? The taxpayers. alize the extent of a school’s misrepresenta- They certainly don’t want to face a The taxpayers who have sent thousands tions. Those who do not may find themselves class action lawsuit by students who of dollars to these worthless for-profit with a worthless degree. In either case, the have been defrauded by these for-profit schools. school’s wrongdoing leaves many students schools, and they certainly don’t want I am hoping the Department of Edu- with a debt to the federal government that the Department of Education to know cation will promulgate a rule that pro- they cannot repay. that a certain number of students of tects students and their families when Unfortunately, the courthouse doors are for-profit schools have a grievance it comes to these for-profit schools. closed to many of these students because about the way they were treated. So There is one last thing I want to say they signed mandatory, pre-dispute arbitra- tion agreements at the time of their enroll- they have come up with a mandatory about college loans, and it probably is ment. Under these agreements, students are arbitration clause in documents a stu- the most important. If someone bor- required to use binding arbitration to resolve dent has to sign to go to class. Stu- rows money for a car or a home or a any dispute they may later have with the dents by and large don’t even see them. piece of property somewhere or to buy school; they are barred from the courts. As They are buried in the document. If some goods and then they fall on hard demonstrated in this petition, these arbitra- they did see them, they would find it times—somebody in the family gets tion clauses are detrimental to students, hard to even explain. These clauses re- sick, there are big medical bills, some- hamper efforts to uncover wrongdoing by in- quire students to give up their right to one loses a job, or there is a divorce— stitutions receiving Title IV assistance, and place the federal investment in Title IV pro- a day in court. It means, for example, and they are forced into bankruptcy grams at risk. that if a student is misled or deceived court to clear their debts, they are Public Citizen, Inc., a consumer organiza- by the school’s advertising or Web site going to find out if they have a student tion with members and supporters nation- and the student goes into debt and then loan, they can’t discharge a student wide, submits this citizen petition under 5 can’t find a job or can’t qualify for a loan in bankruptcy. It means, frankly, U.S.C. § 553(e) to request that the Depart- job that they promised you could, the that it is with them for a lifetime. ment of Education issue a rule requiring in- student doesn’t get a day in court. In- When grandma decides to cosign her stitutions to agree, as a condition on receipt of Title IV assistance under the HEA, not to stead, the student is forced into the se- granddaughter’s college loan and her include pre-dispute arbitration clauses in en- cret arbitration proceeding where the granddaughter defaults on the loan, rollment or other agreements with students. deck is stacked against them. It allows the collection agency calls her grand- This rule would be consistent with the De- schools to avoid accountability for mother. We have cases that have been partment’s legal authority under the HEA

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:58 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G13AP6.009 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S1990 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 13, 2016 and with the Federal Arbitration Act (FAA), SON—Republican and Democrat—put the Department of Transportation to 9 U.S.C. § 1 et seq. It would also be in line together the bipartisan bill that we are investigate what happened and to come with a call by members of Congress for the currently debating. I hope we can give up with recommendations on how to Department to condition Title IV funding on this bill careful consideration. One of improve security. After the Depart- a school’s commitment not to use forced ar- bitration clauses or other contractual bar- the items we should carefully consider ment of Transportation investigation, riers to court access in student enrollment is security at airports. FAA and DOT found there was not agreements. Since 9/11 we have focused more and enough focus on insider threats, and, I. STATEMENT OF INTEREST more on the security of airports, and clearly, better equipment is needed to Since its founding in 1973, Public Citizen when we hear of these terrible terrorist help communication from going down. has advocated on behalf of its members and incidents overseas, we understand that Once again, we are dealing with an supporters for public access to the civil jus- we can’t drop our guard. There were 32 area that is not as secure as it should tice system. As part of that work, it seeks to people who died in Belgium, and many be. end the use of forced arbitration clauses in were injured. The terrorists targeted The amendment I have offered to this consumer contracts because these clauses people who were just going about their bill builds on some of the recommenda- are fundamentally unfair to consumers, en- daily routine, catching an airplane. tions. It requires the FAA to make courage unlawful corporate behavior, and The terrorists took advantage of a vul- plans for law enforcement and other weaken the utility of enforcement efforts to protect the public. Public Citizen is engaged nerable system. At the airport, two authorities in the event of an incident. in efforts to encourage the Consumer Finan- bombs were set off before any security It requires the FAA to develop guide- cial Protection Bureau (CFPB) and the Secu- screening took place. That should be a lines for training and response to secu- rities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to wake-up call for all of us. rity threats and active shooter inci- ban pre-dispute arbitration agreements in Last week Senator HEINRICH offered dents and to ensure that, as the FAA consumer and investor agreements. Public an amendment that I was proud to co- makes investments in infrastructure Citizen’s counsel have represented parties in sponsor for commonsense measures to and basic equipment such as electrical several major cases involving the scope of strengthen security at U.S. airports in systems and telecommunications, they the FAA and the enforceability of pre-dis- places such as transit stops. I am pute arbitration agreements. Public Citizen think about resiliency and surviv- also frequently appears as amicus in cases pleased it passed with strong bipar- ability. involving these issues. tisan support. It adds extra security in We learned those lessons the hard In addition to its arbitration work, Public these areas where people take planes way in Chicago. I hope the Senate will Citizen supports robust regulation of preda- and trains where we were vulnerable take up my amendment so other air- tory educational institutions and student before the checkpoints. It adds law en- ports as well as Chicago will be ready lending practices that leave students saddled forcement officials, inspectors, special- in the future. with debt for overpriced educations. It par- ists in explosives, dogs, and experts These events are reminders of the ticipated in the Department’s Gainful Em- who can help with the screening proc- damage that can be done. With a simi- ployment rulemaking, and its attorneys rep- lar spirit of bipartisanship, we need to resent twenty-eight organizations as amici ess. It gives more flexibility to our in support of that rule in Association of Pri- States in cities like Chicago, which I have a commitment to our security at vate Sector Colleges and Universities v. am honored to represent, to grant secu- our airports and around the United King, No. 15–5190 (D.C. Cir.). Counsel for Pub- rity funding for better protecting these States. lic Citizen have also represented parties and vulnerable areas, and it gives more TRIBUTE TO RAY LAHOOD amici in numerous cases involving mis- flexibility in spending the money. Mr. President, while I am on the sub- conduct by for-profit educational institu- O’Hare is one of the busiest airports ject of airports, I want to recognize my tions. in the world, with 77 billion passengers friend and former colleague in the Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, count- last year. Chicago is also host to many House, Congressman Ray LaHood. He less veterans groups, consumer advo- major national and global events with was named Secretary of Transpor- cates, legal aid lawyers, and student millions of travelers. We have one of tation by President Obama. On Tues- organizations support a full ban on the busiest networks of commuters and day, the Peoria International Airport mandatory arbitration clauses in high- travelers by transit, with 1.6 million honored him by naming their new er education. I hope the Department of people riding Chicago’s CTA every day, international terminal after him. Ray Education responds to this. I hope they getting to work by bus or train. Nearly served the Peoria region proudly for 14 have the resolve and the political will 300,000 passengers take Chicago’s Metra years as Congressman and for 4 years to get this done. commuter rail every day. We must en- as President Obama’s Secretary of It is sad when students end up with a sure we are doing everything we can to Transportation. Secretary Foxx went good diploma and a ton of debt. It is keep them safe. out to Peoria to show support for his unforgiveable for us to be complicit Communities such as Aurora, IL, predecessor. when the students end up with a ton of that have experienced their own threat Ray LaHood has been and continues debt and a worthless diploma from a not long ago will remember September to be a strong advocate for Illinois and for-profit college or university. of 2014. I am filing an amendment for our Nation’s infrastructure. This Mr. President, the Federal Aviation which I hope will be considered on this honor is certainly a fitting tribute, and Administration is now operating under bill to improve security in our air traf- I congratulate my former colleague, its second extension. Like too many fic control facilities after the experi- Congressman Ray LaHood. important issues, we just keep ence we had back in 2014. There was a I yield the floor. patching up the system. Last year, the fire at the air traffic facility in Aurora. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Senate worked together to pass a 5- That center directs about 9,000 flights a ator from Florida. year transportation bill. Finally, after day over 6 States, including, of course, STUDENT LOAN DEBT 30 patches of a national transportation the Chicago region. The fire grounded Mr. RUBIO. Mr. President, first I program, both parties came together to thousands of flights. Its impact was have an item I want to speak about on pass the first long-term bill in over 10 felt for 2 weeks. It caused $5.3 million the pending bill. There is another item years. This was an important step for in damages to the traffic control facil- I want to discuss, first of all, but even the Nation and for my State of Illinois. ity, and hundreds of millions of dollars before that, I want to add that I caught Fixing and maintaining our infra- in economic impact. the tail end of the statement of the structure involves planning, and plan- The air traffic controllers, local po- Senator from Illinois about student ning includes certainty. If we don’t lice, and fire department did all they loans. When I first arrived here in the know we are going to be funded 6 could do, but there turned out to be Senate and I was sworn in right where months from now, it is very tough to bigger issues at play. This was a case of our pages are sitting now, I had over plan a highway, a bridge, or how we are arson by an employee at the air traffic $100,000 in student loans that I had going to administer an airport. control facility. taken on during my undergraduate but We have an opportunity to do the I went in and actually saw the dam- primarily my postgraduate education. I same for the Federal Aviation Admin- age that he did. Following the incident, can state that had it not been for the istration. Senators THUNE and NEL- I worked with the FAA and called on blessings of the proceeds of a book that

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Ms. Ford and her stu- ing and the young people who have how valuable they are to the cause of dents raised thousands of dollars in taken on substantial student loan debt, freedom. their community toward an ongoing some of whom have never graduated My favorite example is the story of national effort to ensure that every from institutions and others who have Operation Portrex—a military exercise single living Borinqueneer would re- graduated, frankly, with pieces of that occurred on the eve of the Korean ceive a replica of the Congressional paper of degrees that, unfortunately, war. It was intended to test how the Gold Medal. are not worth the paper they are print- Army, Marines, Navy, and Air Force The passionate efforts of Mr. Rodri- ed on. As a result, they are stuck with would do as liberators of an enemy- guez and Mr. Morales and Ms. Ford and a debt that can never be discharged. controlled island. The Borinqueneers her students and so many others who There are only two ways to get rid of were tasked with playing the role of have labored to make this day a reality a student loan—die or pay it off. For ‘‘the enemy aggressors’’ and attempt- are part of what makes this Congres- many people, paying it off is not going ing to prevent the more than 3,200 sional Gold Medal so special. It re- to happen. It is an issue that this Sen- American troops from liberating the is- minds us that the legacy of past ator hopes Congress will confront. It is land in this exercise. It was a task Borinqueneers who have fought and a looming crisis in America. There is that, quite frankly, they were not ex- died for America is indeed a living leg- over a trillion dollars of student loan pected to accomplish. Yet, much to the acy. debt. Quite frankly, it holds people surprise of the Army commanders, the Today that legacy, alive and well, re- back. When that student loan is sitting 65th Infantry, badly outnumbered, was minds us that America truly is an ex- on your credit report, you won’t get a able to halt the offensive forces on the ceptional country. Ours is a nation loan to buy a home. If your wages are beaches. made up of people from all different being garnished and other issues come So it is no surprise that after seeing backgrounds and all different cultures up as a result of paying it off, it is a de- the tremendous skill of the who came together as one Nation be- bilitating problem that people face. We Borinqueneers, our Army commanders cause we share a common idea: that ev- have discussed throughout the years quickly deployed them into the heart eryone deserves the freedom to exer- the hopes of steps we can take to ad- of the Korean war, trusting them with cise their God-given rights. Each mem- dress it, and I hope we will have a numerous important offensive oper- ber of the 65th Infantry Regiment chance to do that before this Congress ations. One of those operations oc- fought for that freedom not just for finishes its work. curred on January 31, 1951. It is cred- themselves but for every man and HONORING THE 65TH INFANTRY REGIMENT ited as having been the last battalion- woman and child in these United ‘‘BORINQUENEERS’’ size bayonet charge by a U.S. Army States. Mr. President, before I speak on the unit. Of that charge, the commanding In closing, to the Borinqueneers, I bill, I want to rise today to pay tribute general, Douglas MacArthur, later would like to say congratulations on to a distinguished group of American wrote: the unveiling of your well-deserved heroes. It is a group that for too long The Puerto Ricans forming the ranks of Congressional Gold Medal. More impor- was denied the honors and benefits the gallant 65th Infantry regiment, on the tantly, on behalf of my staff and my they were owed for their service to our battlefields of Korea, by valor and deter- family and the people of Florida, I Nation. mination and a resolute will to victory, give would like to say thank you. Thank The 65th Infantry Regiment, known daily testament to their invincible loyalty you for your service. Thank you for as the Borinqueneers, is a predomi- to the United States and the fervor of their your courage. Thank you for fighting devotion to those immutable standards of nantly Puerto Rican regiment that is human relations to which the Americans and to make this Nation the best it can be. the only Hispanic segregated unit to the Puerto Ricans are in common dedicated. Mr. President, on another topic, I fight in every global war of the 20th They are writing a brilliant record of want to briefly discuss an amendment I century. Historically, the achievement in battle. I am proud indeed to now have pending on the bill before us, Borinqueneers were denied equal bene- have them in this command. I wish that we the bill on the FAA. It is an amend- fits and equal honors for their service, might have many more like them. ment that is drafted to the finance por- despite the fact that their regiment ex- Throughout the storied history of the tion of this bill and that deals with perienced equal risk and equal duty in 65th, there are countless examples of welfare reform. combat during World War I, World War valor that have distinguished this regi- For two decades now, it has been the II, and the Korean war. ment. Today, Puerto Ricans serve in policy of the United States that new They have since been decorated for our military at some of the highest immigrants to the United States do their extraordinary service on the bat- rates of any demographic group in the not qualify for welfare and other public tlefield. In the Korean war alone, the Nation, which is no doubt a lasting leg- assistance programs for their first 5 regiment earned more than 2,700 Purple acy of the Borinqueneers. years in the country. Just to lay out Hearts, 600 Bronze Stars, 250 Silver It has been one of my great honors as what that means, if you are a legal im- Stars, 9 Distinguished Service Crosses, a Senator to be involved in the effort migrant to the United States, for the and 1 Medal of Honor. to secure the Congressional Gold Medal first 5 years that you are in this coun- There is another medal, however, by cosponsoring the legislation that try, you do not qualify for any Federal that has yet to be presented, but that passed the Senate in 2014. I was also welfare or other public assistance pro- will change later this afternoon when honored to stand in the White House as grams. Of course, illegal immigrants do the Borinqueneers and their families President Obama signed the bill into not qualify at all for Federal assistance will celebrate the unveiling of the long law. programs. But there is an exception to overdue Congressional Gold Medal. Today, I want to thank two congres- this Federal law. The exception for this This is the highest civilian honor in sionally designated liaisons who policy is for refugees and asylees who the United States. worked tirelessly to make this day a come to our shores seeking shelter The medal will be unveiled today at a reality: San Rodriguez and Javier Mo- from persecution. So while immigrants ceremony in the Capitol. It will then be rales. Both of them are Army veterans. to the United States do not get Federal given to the Smithsonian Institute and They made it their mission to ensure benefits, if you can prove you are a ref- placed on public display. It is my hope that through the design of the medal ugee fleeing persecution, then you do that the more than 1,000 Borinqueneer and its unveiling ceremony, these men qualify for Federal assistance. veterans living throughout the United who have honored our Nation receive For those people who can prove they States, as well as the family members the honor they deserve in return. I are fleeing persecution, our compas- of those fallen, departed, and missing thank both of them for their work. sionate country makes this financial

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A provision of justify someone’s refugee status when life for yourself from an economic this existing law basically says that after arriving in the United States standpoint, you will still be able to anyone who comes from Cuba—regard- they are traveling back to the place benefit from the Cuban Adjustment less of why they come to the United they are ‘‘fleeing’’ from, 10, 15, 20, 30 Act in that status, but you will not States, they are automatically and im- times a year. qualify for Federal benefits and you mediately presumed to be a refugee, By the way, this places the Cuban act will be treated like any other immi- and therefore they are automatically in particular danger. That is a separate grant who comes to the United States. and immediately eligible for welfare topic not dealt with in my amendment We should be clear that the Castro and other public assistance. In essence, and one that I have said publicly regime does indeed repress hundreds of our existing law treats all Cubans cat- should perhaps be reexamined and ad- people every week. There is no ques- egorically as if they are refugees, justed to the new reality we now face. tion that there are many who still whether or not they can prove it. But I am not dealing with that right come here from Cuba who are refugees As many of you know, I am the son of now. We are dealing with the benefits and are fleeing persecution. There is no Cuban immigrants. I live in a commu- portion of this. doubt that there are people who will nity where Cuban exiles have had an It is difficult to justify refugee bene- arrive this month and this year from indelible imprint on our country, on fits for people who are arriving in the Cuba who have left Cuba because they the State of Florida and in South Flor- United States and are immediately are being politically persecuted. There ida in particular. Yet I stand here traveling repeatedly back to the nation is no doubt about that. So we are not today to say that this provision of law, they claim to be fleeing. Others who talking about excluding them. They will be able to prove they are refugees this distinction, is no longer justified. are immediately traveling back to the and they will be able to qualify for ref- This financial incentive, this notion, island are actually staying there. ugee benefits. While it is clear that this reality that if you get here from Let me paint the picture for you. You there are still many people facing per- Cuba, you are going to immediately come from Cuba on the Cuban Adjust- secution in Cuba and fleeing, it is also qualify for Federal benefits has encour- ment Act. You arrive in the United States because you crossed the south- clear that it is not everyone who is aged the current migratory crisis in coming from Cuba. west border with Mexico or you landed which today thousands of Cubans are So all this amendment would do is making dangerous trips to come to the on a raft on a beach somewhere in bring parity between Cuban refugees United States of America. It is cre- Florida. You claim your status as a and every other refugee. I say this to ating pressure for foreign govern- Cuban refugee, and then less than a you as someone whose parents came ments—for example, in Central Amer- year later or a year later, you travel from Cuba. I propose this amendment ica—that simply cannot host them, and back to Cuba and you stay there for as someone who lives in a community it is now adding pressure to our south- weeks or months at a time. But be- where Cuban Americans comprise a sig- west border. cause you qualify for Federal refugee nificant plurality of the population. I Just to outline what is happening, benefits, you are receiving benefits see firsthand these abuses that are oc- traditionally, Cubans come to the from the Federal Government, but you curring. It is not fair to the American United States on a raft, on an airplane, are living in Cuba. And how this prac- taxpayer. It is costing us money. Quite or on a visa, but now many are making tice works is that while you are living frankly, it is encouraging people to to trip to Costa Rica or Honduras and in Cuba, relatives or friends in America come here to take advantage of this they are working their way up to Cen- are getting hold of your benefits, which program. tral America, through Mexico, and are mailed to you or direct-deposited, By passing this amendment—if we crossing our southern border. and then they are making sure you get pass it—Congress will not only save It is my belief—and I think well- that money to subsidize your lifestyle. taxpayers millions of dollars, but I be- founded based on much of the evidence I can tell you today unequivocally lieve it will also help minimize the in- we have now received in testimony and that there are people living basically crease we have seen in migration of Cu- in newspaper articles; the South Flor- permanently on the island of Cuba, bans over the last couple of years by ida Sun Sentinel, one of our news- with an occasional visit back to the weeding out bad actors who only come papers based in Broward County, has United States, who are living a life- to the United States in search of gov- extensively documented this and other style that is being subsidized by the ernment benefits they can take advan- abuses that are going on—that a sig- U.S. taxpayer because of this abuse. tage of for the first 5 years they are nificant number of people are drawn to This practice, quite frankly, is illegal here. this country from Cuba because they under current law, but the responsible I believe this is responsible. I believe know that when they arrive, if they agencies seem to have failed to enforce this is the right approach for our Na- can step foot on dry land, they will im- this law. So I have offered an amend- tion fiscally but also from an immigra- mediately receive status and they im- ment to this bill that puts an end to tion standpoint. I hope I can earn bi- mediately qualify for a package of Fed- this abuse and puts an end to the un- partisan support for passing this very eral benefits that no other immigrant fairness of the existing law. All my sensible proposal. group would qualify for unless they can amendment would do is it would sim- I encourage my colleagues to go on prove they are refugees. ply require those who come from the Web site of the South Florida Sun This current policy is not just being Cuba—they would still be able, under Sentinel, a newspaper in South Flor- abused, it is hurting the American tax- the Cuban Adjustment Act, to receive ida. You can see they have extensively payers. There are reports that indicate permanent status in the United States, documented not just these abuses but a that financial support for Cuban immi- but they are going to be treated like series of other abuses that are occur- grants exceeded $680 million in the every other immigrant. They are going ring as well as part of this overall pro- gram. year 2014 alone. Those numbers, by the to be ineligible for most Federal ben- So it is my hope that I can earn the efit programs for 5 years unless they way, have quite frankly grown since support of my colleagues to convert then. can demonstrate and prove they qual- this idea into law. On top of the fundamental unfairness ify for refugee status. With that, I yield the floor. of the policy, recent reports in the Let me paint a picture of what that I suggest the absence of a quorum. media indicate that there is gross would look like. If you come from Cuba The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mrs. abuse of this policy. In Florida, we are and you can prove that you are fleeing ERNST). The clerk will call the roll. now hearing many stories of individ- oppression, that you are involved po- The bill clerk proceeded to call the uals coming to this country and claim- litically, that you are a dissident, that roll. ing their benefits regularly and repeat- you are someone who the government Mr. MANCHIN. Madam President, I edly returning to Cuba—in essence, the is persecuting, then you are a refugee ask unanimous consent that the order country you are supposed to be fleeing and you will be treated like a refugee for the quorum call be rescinded.

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She was only 30 years old. purposes in 2014—nonmedical purposes. was. Because of a lot of the privacy After years of struggling with heroin This includes 6,000 teenagers. laws, we can’t tell. That doctor didn’t addiction, she had been doing well. Her Our State is not unique. Every day in know. Did someone mess up? We don’t parents and family members and all the country, 51 Americans are dying— know. If you are allergic to penicillin her close friends were very proud of the 51 Americans die every day from opioid or something, it is on your chart. They progress she was making. She had been abuse. Since 1999, we have lost almost know all the way through if you are al- sober since August, but last month she 200,000 Americans to prescription lergic to anything, but if you are an had surgery for an infection. The infec- opioid abuse. Think about that: 200,000 addict and you are allergic to opioids, tion was related to a running injury, in a little over a decade. That is un- because they will kill you, they can’t and she died a day after leaving the heard of. In any other category we reveal that. hospital. would be doing something monu- So, Madam President, I will be ask- Jessie’s story with addiction is mental. ing for your help, as always, and I known to many. Her father David Jessie’s story deeply impacted the know you will be compassionate about Grubb was a colleague of mine—a State President, and I spoke with him about this. Next week I will be introducing senator, and a very good State senator, her death and the pain her family is Jessie’s Law to make sure this type of I might add. We worked together in the going through. When the President careless mistake never happens to an- legislature. He shared their family’s came to Charleston, Jessie was in a other daughter, a son, a nephew, a struggle with addiction with President rehab facility in Michigan for the niece, anyone in America. Obama. I was very pleased President fourth time—for the fourth time. Be- The bottom line is, we need to go at Obama came to a State where he prob- fore her life was taken over by addic- this problem from every angle and with ably has the least popularity but which tion in 2009, Jessie’s future was very the help of everyone—family assist- ance, counseling programs, drug has the greatest challenge with opioid bright. She was truly an unbelievable courts, consumer and medical edu- addiction—West Virginia. He came young lady. She was the beloved cation, law enforcement support, State there and he heard the struggles. He daughter of David and Kate Grubb, the and Federal legislation. We need to saw it firsthand, and I think it moved beloved sister to her four sisters, and a throw everything we have at this. With him and made him more committed to beloved friend to family and to many continued support and tireless work fighting this drug abuse that is going others. from everyone, we can beat this epi- on in America. Jessie was an excellent student and demic once and for all. As I said, David Grubb shared his scored in the 99th percentile on every Jessie’s death is heartbreaking to family’s story with President Obama one of her tests. She was a cheerleader anybody who knew her or the family or when he came to West Virginia last Oc- at Roosevelt Junior High School and their contribution to society every tober and, like I said, it has made a dif- was an avid runner. At the time of her day. This is a tremendous family who ference. In West Virginia, not unlike death, she was looking forward to run- gives so much back. We all know some- Iowa, we have been hit very hard. As a ning in her first marathon. The only one who has been impacted. We do, matter of fact, West Virginia has been trouble she had ever gotten into in every one of us. Every one of our young hit the hardest by opioid addiction. It school was when she protested the Iraq interns here know. Our pages know. is an epidemic. war. Needless to say, she was a natural They see it in their schools. Everybody When we think about an epidemic, born leader. She truly was. She was sees what is going on, but we have to pandemics—we talk about Ebola and one of those girls who was captivating. speak up. This is a fight we have to the Zika virus and all the things we After graduating from Capital High win. hear about, but we haven’t heard a School, she was thrilled and looking This opioid epidemic is claiming a whole lot about opioid addiction. It has forward to her bright future at the Uni- generation and taking them away from been a silent killer. It is one where we versity of North Carolina, Asheville. us. I am committed to this more than are all ashamed if it happens to us or She was sexually assaulted during her I have been committed to anything. If our family. We don’t talk much about first semester, which caused her to I have one purpose of being in the Sen- it. We think we can handle it within withdraw from school and return home ate, it is to bring to light these young our own structure. Yet it is an epi- to Charleston. people whose lives have been changed, demic. I say there is not a person in That traumatic event caused Jessie whose families’ lives have been our country who doesn’t know someone to turn to heroin to escape her pain. changed all over West Virginia, all in their immediate or extended family Over the next 7 years, Jessie would bat- over America. There has been silence who hasn’t been affected. That is an tle her addiction. She would overdose for far too long, and we are not going epidemic, and it is something we have four times and go into rehab four to keep silent any longer. to cure. times, but up until her death, she had People are sending me letters from Drug overdose in my little State of been sober for 6 months and was fo- Iowa, letters from my State of West West Virginia has increased by more cused on making a life for herself in Virginia, and they are saying: Please than 700 percent between 1999 and 2013. Michigan, and one her parents were use my name. Put a face and a name to Last year alone, over 600 lives were lost very proud of. a tragedy. They want us to know in to prescription drug abuse—overdose. All of Jessie’s hard work was ruined Congress that something has to be Now that is legal. These are products because of a careless mistake—one done. We don’t need all these drugs on produced by legal manufacturing com- mistake. Jessie’s death is particularly the market. We don’t need the pharma- panies, pharmaceuticals. These are heartbreaking because it was 100 per- ceutical companies putting out more products approved by the Food and cent preventable—100 percent. Her par- and more powerful opioids. We don’t Drug Administration, a watchdog re- ents traveled to Michigan for Jessie’s need a business plan that is destroying sponsible for making sure our food and surgery and told her doctors and hos- people’s lives. all of our drugs are safe. So this is pital personnel that she was a recov- I think this is something we agree something that is legal and that our ering addict. Jessie was having hip sur- on. This is something that will unite us doctors prescribe. Our most trusted gery that was caused by all her run- like nothing else in Congress. It is not people in America—our doctors—are ning, and they were treating her for an a Democratic or a Republican epi- prescribing something they think will infection. However, after her surgery, demic. It is not a disease that is killing help us. Yet it is something that is the discharging doctor who said he Democrats and Republicans. It is kill- killing Americans everywhere. didn’t know she was a recovering ad- ing Americans, and we are Americans.

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I thank VA Sec- zations have endorsed this—that this is opinion, whether you are flying pas- retary Bob McDonald. He is trying very a very dangerous disparity, and it sengers or cargo, if you are flying this hard to change the culture of the VA, needs to be fixed. time of day, you know fatigue is defi- of treating pain with alternatives. I am asking the majority for an up- nitely— There is so much more we need to do. or-down vote on this amendment. It is Pilot 1: Yeah, yeah, yeah. I will be getting into that later. real simple. It simply says the FAA Pilot 2: When my alarm went off, I I thank the Presiding Officer for the should get rid of this disparity and mean, I am thinking, I am so tired. great job she does for the great State make the cargo pilots have the same Pilot 1: I know. of Iowa. rules as the passenger pilots—real sim- ‘‘When my alarm went off, I mean, I Madam President, I suggest the ab- ple. am thinking, I am so tired.’’ sence of a quorum. According to the National Transpor- This photograph shows what hap- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tation Safety Board, the No. 1 safety pened to that cargo jet. It happened clerk will call the roll. issue is fatigue. This is what they cite over Alabama in 2013. This is what hap- The senior assistant legislative clerk as the No. 1 problem across the board. pened. The NTSB said it was definitely proceeded to call the roll. So we need to fix this. I have spoken to fatigue that played a role in this crash. Ms. MURKOWSKI. Madam President, both of my friends, Senator NELSON, So am I being unreasonable to say this I ask unanimous consent that the order who supports this, and Senator THUNE, is the FAA bill—this is the bill we do for the quorum call be rescinded. who has been a little more subtle about every couple years about air safety? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without how he feels about this. I asked them if Am I being unreasonable to ask my objection, it is so ordered. I could have the up-or-down vote. I colleagues to vote up or down on Ms. MURKOWSKI. Madam President, hope I can have the up-or-down vote. I whether there ought to be parity be- I ask unanimous consent that amend- am not asking for anything special. A tween passenger pilots and cargo pi- ments submitted to the previous sub- 60-vote threshold is fine. lots? I don’t think so. stitute, Senate amendment No. 3464, be If people want to vote against the Remember Captain Sullenberger, who considered to be submitted to the new amendment, fine; let them be held ac- was the hero? Captain Sullenberger substitute, Senate amendment No. countable. But it is a moral issue right was the hero who landed his plane in 3679, as long as the instructions to the now. The bottom line is, people are in the water—the ‘‘Hero of the Hudson.’’ clerk are drafted properly. jeopardy right now. He is a superstar. He did this. He knows The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there I don’t know exactly what is going to about safety. He knows it. objection? happen. The reason we are at a stand- A passenger on that flight said: I Without objection, it is so ordered. still is partly because I said I want a could feel the water running over the Ms. MURKOWSKI. Madam President, vote, and that promptly stopped top of my feet, and that is what really I suggest the absence of a quorum. things. I do it rarely, but I know if we scared me. ‘‘I thought, I survived the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The pass this, we are going to save lives. It impact and now I am going to drown.’’ clerk will call the roll. is written somewhere in the Old Testa- That was a passenger who said that— The senior assistant legislative clerk ment that if you save one life, you save how the pilot saved them all. We all proceeded to call the roll. humanity. Saving lives is one thing we know who saved 155 people as he landed Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I ask should do, and since we know about the jet in the frigid New York Hudson unanimous consent that the order for this disparity and we have proof that River. the quorum call be rescinded. we need to fix it, we need to fix it. Let’s see what Sully Sullenberger The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. All I am asking for is an up-or-down says about the situation of fatigue. If TILLIS). Without objection, it is so or- vote. If people want to vote no, that is we cannot listen to this, who are we dered. fine with me. Hopefully, most will vote listening to? By the way, these com- Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I am yes, and hopefully we will get this ments are not aimed just at my col- trying to get a vote on an amendment done. We got it done before, and we leagues; they are aimed at the adminis- that Senator KLOBUCHAR and I have should be able to get it done again. tration that has not done this, which is submitted. To explain it, I want to What could be happening is that we wrong. They are wrong. show you this graphic. could get that vote. Of course, what I Listen to what Captain ‘‘Sully’’ These are two airplanes that are ex- would love to death is if Senator THUNE Sullenberger, the hero of Flight 1549, actly the same size, they are flying and NELSON just took our amendment said: ‘‘You wouldn’t want your surgeon across the same sky, and they are fly- and put it in the package. That would operating on you after only 5 hours of ing over the same homes. But there is be wonderful. But if they don’t want to sleep, or your passenger pilot flying a difference—a difference that I am do that, I want a vote. the airplane after only 5 hours sleep, trying to fix. This one is a passenger What I hope doesn’t happen is that and you certainly wouldn’t want a plane. Due to an FAA regulation that they will say: OK. We will give you a cargo pilot flying a large plane over Senator Snowe and I were able to get vote, but we are going to take two real- your house at 3 a.m. on 5 hours of sleep in place through a vote in this Cham- ly poison pill amendments and force trying to find the airport and land.’’ ber several years ago, the pilots in the everybody to vote on those. So the question is: Who do we listen passenger plane can fly only up to 9 This is not a game. I am not here to to? Do we listen to the companies that hours a day. After that, they have to have a game. I am here to have a vote, are afraid it is going to cost them a few rest because pilot fatigue is a very dan- up or down. This should not be tied to dollars? Do we listen to the pilots? Do gerous situation facing not only our pi- anything else. we listen to Sully Sullenberger, who is lots but their crews and everyone that I want to read to you the incredible telling us fatigue kills? It is a killer. is in their vicinity. words that were spoken. These are ex- That is what he said at the press con- What happened when Senator Snowe cerpts from UPS Flight 1354. This is a ference yesterday. and I wrote our legislation? We as- cockpit conversation that took place I ask unanimous consent to have sumed that the regulation that would minutes before a crash. These words printed in the RECORD two articles that be forthcoming from the FAA would are coming from the grave. Listen to appeared recently in the news. cover both passenger and cargo planes these words and make up your own There being no objection, the mate- because, again, these planes share the mind as to whether I am being unrea- rial was ordered to be printed in the same skies, go over the same airspace, sonable here in wanting to have a vote. RECORD, as follows:

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Tom Hanks will play him in a Clint DEMS WANT PILOT-REST PROVISION IN FAA ‘‘It is really just flat wrong (to exclude Eastwood-directed biopic due out this sum- BILL cargo pilots). They’re the ones who need it mer, but Chesley Sullenberger isn’t leaning (By Melanie Zanona) most. They have their natural circadian his seat back. rhythms disrupted the most.’’ Senate Democrats want to grant cargo pi- The Miracle on the Hudson pilot was in Just standing next to the guy was a Washington, D.C. Tuesday, pushing law- lots the same rest standards as passenger pi- makers to pass the Safe Skies Act and grant lots as a provision of a Federal Aviation Ad- thrill for me. Captain Sullenberger told cargo pilots the same rest protections as pas- ministration (FAA) reauthorization bill. the News: senger pilots. Sens. Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Amy ‘‘If you’re home in the evening when hun- ‘‘This is not a partisan issue, it’s a science- Klobuchar (D-Minn.) are leading the fight to dreds of cargo airplanes are flying overhead, based, commonsense issue, Sullenberger told attach an amendment to the FAA bill that it doesn’t matter if those planes are carrying the Daily News. would limit cargo plane pilots to flying no people or packages. It matters that their pi- He said cargo pilots generally fly at night more than nine hours a day—the same stand- lots are alert enough to do their job safely,’’ and deserve the same sleep standards already ard for passenger pilots. Cargo pilots can the retired U.S. Airways captain said. guaranteed to passenger pilots—flights lim- currently fly up to 16 hours a day. Captain Chesley ‘‘Sully’’ Sullenberger, the Do you know what Sullenberger said? ited to eight or nine hours and minimum 10- retired airline captain who safely executed He said that ‘‘it’s doubtful he and his hour rest periods. ‘‘It’s really just flat wrong (to exclude an emergency landing in the Hudson River in crew could have landed U.S. Airways cargo pilots). They’re the ones who need it 2009, is also backing the provision. He was Flight 1549 in the Hudson River on Jan- most. They have their natural circadian spotted talking to members about the uary 15, 2009—saving all 155 souls—if amendment in the Senate basement after a rhythms disrupted the most,’’ Sullenberger they were deprived of sleep.’’ Tuesday press conference. told The News. Look, we can all put ourselves in a ‘‘Fatigue is a killer,’’ Sullenberger said at ‘‘If you’re home in the evening when hun- the press conference. ‘‘It’s time to right this situation, whether we are young—and dreds of cargo airplanes are flying overhead, wrong. It’s time to fix this rule.’’ the young can take lack of sleep a lot it doesn’t matter if those planes are carrying Boxer said she would filibuster the FAA better. As we age, it is tougher. I used people or packages. It matters that their pi- bill if the pilot provision does not get a vote. to take the redeye all the time, and I lots are alert enough to do their job safely,’’ ‘‘I think this is an absurdity to block a the retired U.S. Airways captain turned au- can state that I felt it for days. Do we vote on something as important at this,’’ she want to have a pilot in a circumstance thor and aviation safety consultant said. said. Sullenberger joined Senators Barbara The comments come amid growing concern where he or she is sleep deprived and Boxer (D–CA) and Amy Klobuchar (D–MN) in that pet interests could bog down the entire they find themselves in an emergency? Washington to close the ‘‘dangerous loop- FAA bill, including a push to include renew- I don’t think so. None other than hole’’ in prior legislation that carved out the able energy tax breaks. The agency’s current Sullenberger said that he is doubtful he exception for cargo pilots at the request of legal authority expires July 15. and his crew could have landed that cargo carriers, he said. ‘‘There are other problems with the bill flight if they were sleep deprived. The Safe Skies Act would be an amend- that people are weighing as well, so I think He said again—this is in another arti- ment to the FAA reauthorization bill, ac- this bill has a very shaky future,’’ Boxer cle from the Daily News. He said: cording to a press release from Boxer’s of- added. fice. Boxer and Klobuchar first crafted legisla- ‘‘I get daily reminders of that remarkable Currently, cargo pilots can be on duty for tion to make sure passenger and cargo crews day. So many people rose to the occasion— up to 16 hours at a time, the release said. had the same flight- and duty-time require- the crew, all the rescue workers,’’ he said. At least one freight giant is against the ments after the Department of Transpor- ‘‘It was the result of the efforts of many peo- proposal. tation (DOT) wrote new rules to address ple, but I’ve become the public face . . . and ‘‘Cargo and passenger pilots have very dif- pilot fatigue following a deadly passenger had I been fatigued, we could not have per- ferent schedules, and one size does not fit all airline crash in 2009. formed at that level.’’ when it comes to air travel safety. Forcing The DOT standards require passenger pi- This is the classic case of a no- cargo pilots to fly according to a set of rules lots to be limited to flying either eight or brainer. The people who fly the air- developed for distinct conditions in a dif- nine hours, with a minimum of 10 rest hours planes are telling us that fatigue is a ferent industry will make them less safe,’’ and the opportunity for at least eight hours FedEx said in a statement to the Daily of uninterrupted sleep. But cargo pilots were killer. They are telling us in a cir- News. not included in the rules. cumstance of emergencies that they ‘‘Safety is our top priority. That’s why we ‘‘This doesn’t make sense,’’ Boxer said will not be able to function. oppose legislation mandating passenger-pilot Tuesday. ‘‘It’s dangerous.’’ We have an opportunity to fix it, but scheduling limits for cargo pilots,’’ the A group of shipping companies wrote a let- we don’t have a vote right now. We statement said. ter to Senate leadership explaining why they don’t have a vote. As I understand it, Sullenberger said its doubtful he and his thought the amendment ‘‘could actually we might have a vote, but they may make our operations less safe and put our pi- crew could have landed U.S. Airways Flight then say to vote on two other issues 1549 in the Hudson River on January 15, lots at risk.’’ 2009—saving all 155 souls—if they were de- ‘‘Measures used to prevent fatigue must be that are poison pill issues. That is the prived sleep. different for passenger carriers than they are way it goes around here. ‘‘I’ve proven in the most dramatic way for cargo carriers because our work sched- Someday I am going to write a book what I’m talking about,’’ Sullenberger said. ules are different,’’ wrote FedEx, UPS, ABX called ‘‘How a Bill Really Becomes a ‘‘Had (copilot) Jeff (Skiles) and I been fa- Air and Atlas Air. Law.’’ The truth is that is how it goes tigued, we could not have performed at that ‘‘We fly fewer legs, have longer layovers, around here. If one wants to vote on and have better rest opportunities on our level.’’ something, then they say: Swallow a The legendary landing on the frigid Hud- trips, including while technically ‘on duty’ son—caused by a bird strike the crippled the waiting for our nightly sorts to occur.’’ porcupine, and maybe we will give you plane’s engines after takeoff from LaGuardia Boxer beat back against the letter, accus- a vote. Airport—is something he still thinks about ing special interests of intervening. Now here is another one. ‘‘Miracle on ‘‘The proof is in the pudding,’’ Boxer said. constantly, he said. the Hudson Pilot Pushes More Rest for ‘‘I get daily reminders of that remarkable ‘‘Special interests are doing what they al- Cargo Crews.’’ He and I are standing day. So many people rose to the occasion— ways do: trying to get a deal.’’ there, and all I am saying is: the crew, all the rescue workers,’’ he said. Mrs. BOXER. Thank you, Mr. Presi- We just need a vote on this, and you know ‘‘It was the result of the efforts of many peo- dent. if people want to come down in the well and ple, but I’ve become the public face.’’ Here it is. This one in The Hill is vote the wrong way on safety, then they Asked about Warner Bros planned release quoting Captain Sullenberger: have shown themselves . . . [but], frankly, of ‘‘Sully’’ this September—a movie based on ‘‘Fatigue is a killer’’. . . . ‘‘It’s time to they are putting the lives of people at risk. his autobiography ‘‘Highest Duty’’— right this wrong. It’s time to fix this rule.’’ Sullenberger, 65, said he’s grateful for all the And I am asking for a vote. Again, continued attention. Here is another quote in the New Sully Sullenberger is quoted: ‘‘I’m doing very well. I’ve been saying that York Daily News, with a picture of ‘‘Let me be very direct: Fatigue is a killer. for a long time. If I was not doing well, it Captain Sullenberger saying: . . . It’s a ruthless indiscriminate killer that

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BILL NELSON, in an airplane crash, we don’t know if Ranking Member, Committee on Commerce, they are Democrats or Republicans; we They say: Science and Transportation, U.S. Senate, just know we cry our hearts out for the Washington, DC. ‘‘We cannot do our job if we are not all families. DEAR CHAIRMAN THUNE AND RANKING MEM- held to the same safety standard. A tired and BER NELSON: I am writing you today on be- I am going to show you the crashed fatigued pilot is a danger to everyone in plane again. This is what happens when half of 28,000 professional airline pilots in their path.’’ support of the Klobuchar Amendment to the there is fatigue. This is what can hap- FAA reauthorization bill. As you know, dur- pen. There have been many of these That is the point. These passenger pi- ing the committee mark-up Senator Klo- crashes because the pilots are flying on lots are rested; the cargo pilots are fa- buchar respectfully withdrew consideration 5 hours of sleep. tigued. They fly in the same sky, in the of her amendment with the hope and com- All I am asking for is a vote. Give us same airspace. They try to land at the mittee leadership would work with her to a vote. If you want to vote it down, same airports. Having this disparity is solve what is known as the cargo carve-out. vote it down. You will be judged. That a nightmare. As you are aware, Congress passed legisla- is OK. That is your problem, not mine. tion in 2010 following the deadly 2009 Colgan They say: Air Flight 3407 crash that claimed the lives I want to praise Senator KLOBUCHAR, of 45 passengers, 4 crew members and 1 indi- who is the coauthor of this amend- ‘‘Please, do not let another tragedy be the vidual on the ground. As the details of the ment. She was very effective in her reason for action. This is your chance to fix pilots’ lack of training and fatigue came to comments both in the committee and the cargo carve-out and ensure safe skies in light, the American public demanded that at the presser yesterday. this nation.’’ more be done to ensure safety in our skies. Sullenberger, the ‘‘Hero of the Hud- Congress heard these concerns and in- I thank these pilots for weighing in son,’’ said this in this other article: cluded a requirement in the 2010 FAA reau- on this issue. It means a lot to me that ‘‘This rule was written the way it was, not thorization that the Department of Trans- for scientific reasons, but for economic ones, they did it. portation promulgate rules on pilot duty and by those who are more concerned about an rest hours to prevent fatigue and ensure The Coalition of Airline Pilots Asso- flights are safely operated by pilots with additional burden that they consider an ad- ciations talks about the Klobuchar ditional cost. It’s time to right this wrong. adequate rest. amendment, which is this amendment, As well-intended as those rules were, some- It’s time to fix this rule.’’ and they ask us to please allow this how through a cost benefit analysis and You know, those of us who have been vote. other inexplicable changes to the original around a long time remember the Ford rules as proposed, cargo pilots were carved Pinto. That car exploded when there They say: out of these new regulations, apparently be- cause it was too costly to ensure cargo pilots was a crash. I think a lot of us remem- ‘‘We cannot continue operating with two ber it. When discovery was done by the had adequate rest. levels of safety and we sincerely hope you Time and time again we see tragic, and attorneys for the victims, they found are able to fix the cargo carve-out once and avoidable, plane crashes where fatigue is one out the cold and calculating ways the for all.’’ We urge your support for this of the factors contributing to, or out right to corporation viewed these accidents and amendment. blame, for these accidents. In fact, the Na- losses of life. Oh, they said, we can tional Transportation Safety Board listed I thank so much Captain Michael stand X number of accidents a year, no preventing fatigue related accidents as their problem, because we have insurance. It Karn, president of the Coalition of Air- number one most wanted improvement in will not affect us. But, gee, it will cost line Pilots Associations. transportation safety for 2016, citing a 2013 us X number of dollars to fix the prob- You know, I want to say to my col- UPS plane crash in Birmingham, Alabama as an example. lem. leagues who might be listening from When the FAA reauthorization legislation What could be more callous? What their offices: We get on planes all the reaches the Senate floor for debate, we urge could be more cold? It is the same time. We have 100-percent faith in the you to use this opportunity to protect your thing here. It is the companies. pilot. We all do. They have the respon- constituents and all Americans across this Do you know what is fascinating? sibility of getting us to our families country. Please do not wait until faced with The airlines that now operate under safely. Every single pilots association another tragic accident to address this issue. the 9-hour rule—I will put up the chart We cannot continue operating with two is saying to us: Fix this carve-out. It is levels of safety and we sincerely hope you that shows the two planes with the dif- dangerous. are able to fix the cargo carve-out once and ferent times. The airlines that now fly Any of us could be on a passenger for all. We urge your support for the Safe their pilots up to 9 hours a day, com- Skies Act and Senator Klobuchar’s amend- pared to the cargo plane owners who plane just doing great with the rested ment to the FAA reauthorization bill. permit their pilots to work up to 16 pilot, and somehow a cargo plane Thank you for your time and consideration hours a day, they—the airline industry crashes into us because that pilot had on this important aviation safety issue. is doing great. They never said word 5 hours of sleep. Sincerely, Captain D. MICHAEL KARN, one of a problem. They had rested pi- So we have all of these letters from President. lots, they had happier crews, and they the Independent Pilots Association, the are doing fine. So why is it that we get Allied Pilots Association, the Inter- APRIL 8, 2016. letters from the corporations that fly national Brothers of Teamsters, Team- Hon. JOHN THUNE, these planes—God forbid we should tell sters Local 1224, Teamsters Local 357. Chairman, Committee on Commerce, Science & them to give their pilots rest. They are all saying the same thing: We Transportation, U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. I want to tell you who is on our side. cannot do our job if we are not all held The Southwest Airlines Pilot Associa- Hon. BILL NELSON, to the same safety standard. A tired Ranking Member, Committee on Commerce, tion—this thrills me—just sent us a and fatigued pilot is a danger to every- Science & Transportation, U.S. Senate, letter: one. Don’t let another tragedy be the Washington, DC. On behalf of the more than 8,000 pilots— reason for action. DEAR CHAIRMAN THUNE AND RANKING MEM- This is actually to Senator THUNE— BER NELSON: We the undersigned unions rep- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- I urge you to include Senator Barbara resenting more than 30,000 pilots across the sent to have printed in the RECORD two Boxer’s Safe Skies Act in the FAA reauthor- United States urge you to include Senator ization. letters I have referred to. Barbara Boxer’s Safe Skies Act in the 2016 FAA Reauthorization currently before the They say: There being no objection, the mate- full Senate. It fixes a huge safety gap that exists in our rial was ordered to be printed in the Senator Boxer’s bill, S.A. 3489, fixes a huge air transportation today. RECORD, as follows: safety gap in our air transportation system

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But it was just 1 year ago, on sleep cycles and fatigue, the draft rules cre- that it looks as if we are coming to an April 2, that actually marked the ated a new set of requirements related to agreement where there will be a vote framework for the Joint Comprehen- duty and rest time for all pilots. on the Senator’s amendment. sive Plan of Action, the President’s nu- Ignoring these irrefutable facts and the Mrs. BOXER. Well, if I could respond clear deal with Iran. That was the day recommendations from safety experts, the it was announced. We were promised by White House Office of Information and Regu- through the Chair, the words of my col- latory Affairs removed all references to league are very hopeful. I just hope it this administration at all levels that cargo airlines from the final rules suggesting is not tied to some poison pills that this nuclear agreement would make that a cost of imposing this safety regula- other people have a problem with. You the world a safer place. I have traveled tion did not outweigh the benefits to the never know around here what is going the world quite a bit in the last year. I public. Or more simply stated, preventing to happen. In my view—and I know the just got back from another trip to the the death of two pilots and the loss of some Senator shares it because I know his Middle East. I believe the world pos- cargo does not exceed the cost to a corpora- sibly is more dangerous right now than tion to change their pilots’ schedules. passion is with me on this—the fact is, As pilots, safety is our number one focus. this should be an up-or-down vote. It at any time in my lifetime. Rather than argue and dispute the details of should not be related to other things. Unfortunately, the message that the the process that created the cargo carve-out, It is the No. 1 safety issue of the NTSB. world is safer did not resonate with we are more interested in fixing the problem. My friend from Florida is like a Iran. The world was given a false prom- When we are behind the controls of an air- ise that this nuclear deal would serve plane trying to get from point A to point B, brother to me, and we counsel each other on issues on which we have some as a catalyst for change and a modera- we do not think about the costs or the bene- tion within Iran. We have seen change, fits of what we do in the cockpit. Our work expertise. I know he is in there fighting before, during and after our flights is 100% to get a vote. I am so grateful to him. but it has only been for the worse. Iran focused ensuring safety. Our lives depend on I have added a whole bunch of support is both enriched and emboldened by it, the lives of those on our planes depend on for this. this dangerous deal. The President’s it and certainly the lives of those who see us I will close at this point because I deal provided Iran with over an esti- flying overhead depend on our commitment mated $100 billion, approximately, to safety. think my friend has given me some hope. I am going to close reading the windfall. We cannot do our job if we are not all held The Secretary said just this January to the same safety standards. A tired and fa- recording. I don’t know—I ask Senator that Iran ‘‘had massive needs within tigued pilot is a danger to everyone in their NELSON, did you ever hear this? I want their country and we, the U.S., will be path. Please do not let another tragedy be to make sure you did. This will take able to track where this money is the reason for action. This is your chance to just a moment. This is from the ex- fix the cargo carve-out and ensure safe skies going, what is happening with it.’’ But cerpt from the flight deck before a in this nation. instead of focusing these funds inward, plane went down: Sincerely, as we were assured, on improving the Pilot 1: I mean, I don’t get that. You Captain KEITH WILSON, lives of their people, Iran has chosen to know, it should be one level for every- President, Allied Pilots use the money to bolster its conven- Association. body. tional forces and cyber capabilities, to Captain ROBERT TRAVIS, These are words from the grave. strengthen its proxies, to crack down President, Inde- Pilot 2: It makes no sense at all. on its own people, and to further desta- pendent Pilots Asso- Pilot 1: No, it doesn’t. bilize the region. ciation. Pilot 2: To be honest, it should be Captain DAVID BOURNE, Iran has test-launched four ballistic Director, Airline Divi- across the board. To be honest, in my missiles since the nuclear deal was an- sion, International opinion, whether you are flying pas- nounced. Most recently, these missiles Brotherhood of sengers or cargo, if you are flying this were launched with the words ‘‘Death Teamsters. time of day, you know fatigue is defi- to Israel’’ emblazoned on their side. Captain DANIEL WELLS, nitely— The most recently launched missiles President, Teamsters Pilot 1: Yeah, yeah. were more advanced, by the way, preci- Local 1224. Pilot 2: When my alarm went off, I Captain JAMES CLARK, sion-guided and more sophisticated. mean, I’m thinking I’m so tired. Iran has the largest inventory of bal- President, Teamsters Pilot 1: I know. Local 357. listic missiles in the Middle East capa- Now, when this happened, I thought ble of delivering weapons of mass de- Mrs. BOXER. I know people are say- for sure that our administration would ing: BARBARA, why are you being so struction. They continue in developing take care of this and change that rule. tough and not letting us vote on other space-launch vehicles as well that are a They didn’t. That is why we are here. things? transparent guise for seeking longer I have to say this: If we don’t use this I wanted everyone to know this: range missile capability. occasion to fix a problem that is listed Sometimes it is hard to look at some- Iran humiliated and detained at gun- as the No. 1 safety issue by the NTSB, thing like this, but it is harder to look point U.S. Navy sailors, in violation of and we can do it in 2 minutes—I have at the final result of what happened international law. spoken my piece. You know, one of my from fatigue. This is what happened According to American officials, Iran staffers said she explained to her 6- within minutes of that conversation. is using cyber espionage and cyber at- year-old child what the issue is because People could not function. Captain tacks as a tool of influence with Ira- he is always interested in what she is Sullenberger said it well: Fatigue is a nian hackers, breaking into email and working on. She said: Jacob, the fact killer. social media accounts of employees of is, the planes are the same size, and the We could fix it here today. We fixed our very own State Department who man who is flying this one and the lady it—Olympia Snowe and I—years ago for worked on Iran-related issues. flying this one get different hours of passenger aircraft. We need to fix it for Iran used American hostages for stra- rest. cargo pilots. They deserve our support tegic and economic leverage from this I see that my friend from Florida, the and the support of people who rely on administration, only turning over in- great ranking member of the Com- them—all of us—because they share nocent Americans when the adminis- merce Committee, might want to ask a the sky with the passenger aircraft. We tration freed 7 Iranian sanctions viola- question. need to fix this. tors and dismissed charges on 14 other Mr. NELSON. Will the Senator yield? I thank the Senator from Florida. Iranians, including 2 men who helped Mrs. BOXER. Yes, I will. I yield the floor. transfer soldiers and weapons to the Mr. NELSON. Mr. President, I thank The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Assad regime and to the terror group the Senator for yielding. I just want to SCOTT). The Senator from Georgia. Hezbollah.

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The No. route from Iran to Yemen in support of was sanctioned for this transaction. 1 answer by these heads of State was the Houthis. This shipment included The technology arrived in Iran by boat universal: America needs to lead again. about 1,500 Kalashnikov rifles, 200 or by plane. Yet no shipping line or air- We have created these power vacu- rocket-propelled grenade launchers, line or any logistics firm was included ums. It is time now to close this one and 21 .50-caliber machine guns. That in the sanctions. with Iran. would be bad enough if it were the only We need to codify sectoral sanctions Mr. President, I suggest the absence one, but this is the fourth such seizure on Iran for ballistic missiles and im- of a quorum. in the region just since September of pose tougher standards for mandatory The PRESIDING OFFICER. The last year. I think it is very clear what sanctions, including acquisition or de- clerk will call the roll. Iranian intentions are with regard to velopment of ballistic missiles as ac- The legislative clerk proceeded to the rebels in Yemen and also to the tivity requiring sanctions. We need to call the roll. terrorists of Hezbollah, Hamas, and show Iran we are serious about stop- Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, I others in the region. ping their continued support of ter- ask unanimous consent that the order According to the State Department, rorism and human rights violations. for the quorum call be rescinded. Iran continues to be the world’s lead- We should impose stricter sanctions on The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ing state sponsor of terrorism. That is the Iran Revolutionary Guard Corps for objection, it is so ordered. our own State Department. In its quest their support of terrorism. We need to WELCOMING TEAM 26 FROM NEWTOWN, to dominate the Middle East and expel freeze assets owned by the IRGC, its CONNECTICUT American influence, Iran has exploited members, and its affiliates. We should Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, terrorism as a tool of statecraft to op- codify Executive Order 13599 which pro- the Senate has remarkable, even magic pose U.S. interests and objectives in hibits Iran’s direct and indirect access moments. Yesterday was one such time Iraq, Bahrain, Lebanon, and Pales- for my colleague from Connecticut and tinian territories. Iran continues to to the U.S. financial system. We need to improve new sanctions against Iran me. Senator MURPHY and I had the spend an estimated $6 billion a year in great honor and privilege to again wel- support of Bashar al-Assad in Syria as a money-laundering entity for ter- rorist groups and for its human rights come Team 26 from Newtown, CT, at and millions of dollars and materiel to the end of a truly extraordinary jour- Hezbollah and Hamas. abuses. ney—their fourth bike ride from New- On a recent trip to the Middle East We need to reauthorize the Iran sanc- town—to commemorate and remember just a few weeks ago, I heard these con- tions act. This vital legislation, which cerns from our friends and allies in the is one of the most important linchpins the 26 beautiful children and educators region firsthand. Iran’s domestic re- in U.S. sanctions architecture on Iran, who were killed at Sandy Hook Ele- pression has also gotten worse. The is due to expire at the end of this very mentary School. This incredibly searing and horrific crackdown on dissent is at its worst year. Without the authorization of since the 2009 Green Movement, accord- ISA, the Iran sanctions act, the threat moment in the life of our State in De- ing to the NGOs. Iran continues to im- of snapback for Iranian violations of cember of 2012 was marked by their prison those who disagree with the the nuclear deal doesn’t carry much first journey 3 years ago. This one was mullahs and imprisons those who are weight. We need to have these sanc- their fourth ride through rough roads at odds with the regime. Executions tions reauthorized so we can use them and tough traffic, and snow and rain are at their highest level since 1989. swiftly in the event of any future Ira- across the Northeast as they pedaled— Further, the regime disqualified thou- nian violation. President Obama has literally pedaled—to Washington, DC, sands of reformist candidates in its re- already admitted that Iran has vio- from Newtown. cently held parliamentary elections. lated the spirit of the nuclear agree- We said goodbye to them on Satur- When you look at the facts, it is ment. day morning in some pretty cold clear the Middle East, and I would Finally, we must ensure that Israel is weather. I was there. They braved some argue the world, is potentially worse able to maintain its qualitative mili- fierce storms to be here, but the mem- off since the signing of the President’s tary edge—this is a standard that we ory they carried with them and the re- nuclear deal. What are we doing about have upheld for many years—and equip solve and resilience they showed truly it? I think that is the question the our gulf allies against increased Ira- epitomizes the spirit of Sandy Hook American people should keep their nian aggression from proxies. and its wonderful people who not only eyes on. According to Secretary Kerry, Iran’s behavior over the past year survived that unspeakable tragedy of ‘‘Iran deserves the benefits of this has proven they are not worthy of the December 2012 but also showed Amer- agreement that they struck.’’ trust bestowed upon them by this ad- ica a lesson with acts of kindness, un- Despite the four ballistic missile ministration. While the administration ceasing advocacy, resilience, resolve, launches, the administration will not refuses to admit reality, Congress must and—most importantly—a message of call them a violation of U.N. Security hold Iran’s feet to the fire to get a peace, love, and hope. Council resolution 2231. This is the res- stronger U.S. policy toward Iran. We I wear still on my wrist a bracelet I olution that includes the nuclear deal, cannot afford to give this rogue regime received then. Its lettering is worn out, arms embargo, and ballistic missile the benefit of the doubt any longer. so it is no longer readable, but it is prohibitions. Just last week, Ambas- Iran refuses to be an honest actor. It that same message of hope, peace, and sador Shannon, the Under Secretary of is clear from Iranian actions, just since love they brought with them as they State for Political Affairs, told the the nuclear deal was announced, that traveled here. Foreign Relations Committee that he they have not changed their behavior Today a number of them came to the believes these ballistic missile tests on missile testing, human rights viola- Capitol. I was proud to greet them with ‘‘violated the intent’’ of the U.N. Secu- tions, or support for terrorism. Our their leader, Monte Frank, who orga- rity Council resolution but would not policies must change to reflect the nized that first ride. He is responsible call it a violation. I am troubled by dangerous reality. for the extraordinary leadership in that. Iran’s ever-increasing support for The Obama administration should keeping that together and keeping terrorism and instability is going es- work with Congress to strengthen our them going over those rough roads. sentially unchecked. This is no way to sanctions, reauthorize the Iran sanc- With us at the Capitol today were handle a rogue regime. Instead, we tions act, and stand up to Iran’s total Peter Olsen, Andrea Myers, Drew need to take a tougher stance on Iran disregard for international restrictions Cunningham, and Ken Eisner. They are now that we see their intentions and the original intent of this nuclear among the 26 riders who came to Wash- postdeal. deal. ington yesterday, met with us outside

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Hook, Team 26 could just as easily be named another hill coming before you and not The members of Team 26 chose to for the victims of gun violence in Chicago on giving up, knowing that at the end of ride to Washington, DC, not only for a given weekend. In fact, gun violence is so that long ride, there is reward. their personal reasons but to deliver a prevalent that we could be called Team 26,000 When we talk about the scope of our petition with a very clear message that and that number would fall short of the fight to change the laws of this coun- guns have no place on campuses. They number of gun deaths each year in America. try to try to put a dent in this epi- have no place on school grounds. They I have with me the petition they demic of gun violence, we have to view have no safety reason to be there. In brought here, but more important, I our journey the same way. There are fact, they aggravate the danger of fire- am here to tell my colleagues we must going to be peaks and there are going arms and other kinds of peril on school act. We must cease our complicity in to be valleys. There will be moments of property. They also ride on behalf of this body. If tens of thousands of peo- triumph where we change the laws for commonsense, sensible measures that ple in this country were infected with the better, where we see progress, as can be achieved—and we have an obli- Ebola or the Zika virus or the flu, we have in Connecticut, where a new gation to achieve. That is what they there would be drastic and urgent ac- State law has resulted in a 40-percent said to us as we met with them in front tion to meet that public health crisis. diminution in the number of gun homi- of the Capitol yesterday. The epidemic of gun violence in this cides. Then there are the valleys—mo- Their message was that we can save country is no less a public health cri- ments like we had here in early 2013, lives, that we can work together. We sis. It is equally an epidemic, and it where despite 90 percent of Americans can get things done across the aisle, on can be stopped. It must be stopped. supporting the idea that you should a bipartisan basis, to do what 90 per- I want to close with the words of prove you are not a criminal before you cent of the American people want, Dennis Niez of Bethlehem, CT. Dennis buy a gun, we weren’t able to pass that which are universal background checks rode here with Team 26 and wrote the law because of a filibuster here. Every to keep guns out of the hands of dan- following, entitled ‘‘Why I Ride.’’ great change is defined not only by gerous people and criminals, making I ride for the kids who will never know the failures but by peaks and valleys, as sure gun trafficking is a Federal crime joy of riding a bike, the feeling of freedom, the visits of their best friends to their house. was their ride. I join Senator and that straw purchases are against All of it taken away in a split second with a BLUMENTHAL in thanking them for fo- Federal law, ensuring that fewer guns firearm left loaded in the same house where cusing on this particular issue of guns get into the hands of dangerous people, they’re supposed to feel safe. on campuses. particularly domestic abusers. When I ride because the same people who have It is up to every individual as to domestic abuse is combined with a gun serious mental health issues are able to pur- whether they choose to buy a firearm, in the home, death is five times as chase deadly firearms without a background but they should make that decision im- check because of a loophole. likely. I ride because the same people who have a bued by the facts. And the facts are This message ought to also include temporary restraining order because of do- pretty clear that if you have a firearm limiting the use of high-capacity mag- mestic violence are sometimes able to keep a in your home, it is much more likely to azines that can prevent all kinds of ter- deadly firearm. be used to kill you or to kill a family rible rampages with assault weapons I ride so our elected officials, regardless of member than it is to kill an intruder, that have become all too prevalent in affiliation, will feel shame when they look at to kill someone trying to do harm to this country. Providing protection themselves for not doing enough to keep guns away from people who should not have you. when temporary restraining orders are them. Nancy Lanza had guns in the home issued in domestic violence cases can I ride because kids in the U.S. are nine for a variety of reasons, but one of the help some of the most vulnerable mem- times more likely to die from a gunshot than reasons, apparently, was that as a sin- bers of our society, victims of domestic in any other western country. gle parent, she wanted firearms for pro- abuse, at a time when they need it I ride because Dawn Hochsprung was my tection. Of course, her guns were used most, and making sure the gun-manu- kid’s principal in Bethlehem, CT, someone to kill her and then 20 small first grad- they will always remember. She was a friend facturing industry is not given an ex- to all the kids. ers and their teachers. Similarly, on emption from liability that every other I ride because doing nothing won’t make campuses, the data tells us that in industry has to defend against when it the problems go away. areas that have more guns, you are breaks the law. PLCCA ought to be re- On that beautiful, sunny day yester- more likely to have higher rates of gun pealed, and I have introduced legisla- day, as remarkable and magic a time homicides. This fiction that if you just tion that would do it. as it was, I thought of all those Sun- arm all the good guys, they will kill all This problem of gun violence affects filled days that those 20 beautiful chil- the bad guys is not actually how it all of us—not just through the mass dren and 6 great educators will never plays out in real life. shootings and massacres that occurred, have and that others also will be de- So I thank them for bringing these such as Sandy Hook, but 30,000 deaths prived of having because Congress is petitions here to shed focus on this every year. Many of them are suicides, failing to act. We must act, and I hope movement to make sure we don’t have preventable, senseless, and avoidable if we will act and carry with us in our students walking around campuses we take action to tackle the problem of hearts always the message of Team 26. with concealed weapons. That doesn’t gun violence in this country. That is I am proud to yield to my colleague make for a safer campus environment. the message of the riders who braved and partner in this effort, Senator Lastly because I know others want to those storms, who traveled those rough CHRIS MURPHY of Connecticut. speak, I want to talk about two things roads, and reminds us that Congress The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- that struck me from our meeting at has been complicit in these deaths by ator from Connecticut. the White House at the end of the day its failure to act. Congress is complicit Mr. MURPHY. Mr. President, I thank yesterday. The first was when all the in gun violence and its deadly toll in very much my colleague Senator riders on Team 26 got to tell their sto- this country. BLUMENTHAL. I want to associate my- ries about why they decided to join Monte Frank is a Sandy Hook resi- self with all the remarks of my col- this ride. Many of them, frankly, were dent who was one of the founders and league from Connecticut. doing it for deep love and affection for leaders of Team 26. He rode here again Let me congratulate the riders from Monte Frank, but they all shared a this year and has ridden every year. I Team 26 for making it through such in- common cause with him. Around that am proud he is a friend. He recently clement weather, making it through table were individuals who had suffered wrote: such a challenging ride to bring these gun violence in their immediate fam- Team 26 will ride again because we prom- messages to the Halls of Congress and ily. One woman’s son committed sui- ised the families in Sandy Hook that we to the White House. cide shortly after the murders in Sandy

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I realize that in urban areas, adjudication be uploaded into the I have a first grader I drop off every particularly in the Northeast, the idea background check system and then morning at school, and I know there is of people being raised around guns as a this terrible tragedy occurred. nothing different about my child’s sort of way of life for recreation and There are things we can do to im- school than Sandy Hook Elementary self-defense and the like is just not prove the current background check School. And I think about Nicole their experience, but in other parts of system. There are things we can do to Hockley almost every morning when I the country—where the Presiding Offi- arm parents and families with new drop off my 7-year-old. She said she cer lives and where I live—it is, and tools to help their mentally ill loved never imagined that it would be her, people feel very strongly about their ones and maybe, just maybe, change and she doesn’t know why more par- rights under the Second Amendment. the course of some of these incidents of ents don’t step up and try to do some- There is a common ground here, and mass violence, which are a terrible thing about this before it is their child. the Senator from Connecticut and I tragedy. So I make that offer. The second thing I was struck by was have talked about this, and that has to I know the Senator is not ready to their experience along the road. They do with the mental health issue, where cosponsor my legislation as currently noted that in over 4 years, they haven’t I hope we can find that consensus be- written, but I would invite him to take run into anybody who has disagreed cause as long as we are talking past a copy of it, mark through in a pencil with their mission or who has given each other, we are never going to re- the things he doesn’t like and can’t them a hard time about their advo- solve any of these issues, and I do live with and give me what he can live cacy. And that is really not surprising think there is some common ground. In with, and then we can perhaps begin given the fact there is broad consensus the end, a gun is an inanimate object. that conversation. among the American public as to what The fact is, if we continue to ignore the I thank the Senator for listening. we should do. fact that mental illness is very often a BANKRUPTCY, NOT BAILOUTS BILL There really is no disagreement in factor in acts of gun violence, I think Mr. President, I came to speak on the any of our States—regardless of geog- we are going to continue to talk past FAA bill, the Federal Aviation Admin- raphy, race, or political ideology—on each other. istration reauthorization bill, but I whether we should make sure that As the Senator and I have discussed, first want to commend our colleagues criminals don’t buy guns, make sure I actually have a bill that I have intro- in the House for passing some impor- that people who have a serious mental duced—the safer cities and mental tant legislation yesterday called the illness can’t get their hands on fire- health reform bill—which includes a ‘‘Bankruptcy, Not Bailouts’’ bill—a bill arms. This appears to be controversial provision allowing people like Adam that will put to rest once and for all and politically toxic, the way we talk Lanza’s mother to go to court and get the concept that it is somehow the tax- about it, but the way it is talked about a civil court order that would mandate payers’ responsibility to bail out finan- on the Main Streets that Team 26 rode that Adam Lanza take his prescribed cial institutions when they fail, put- down, it is not controversial at all. It anti-psychotic drugs. ting our financial system in jeopardy. is a settled issue: Criminals shouldn’t I don’t know in this instance if it Of course, the idea of too big to fail buy guns. And there is no justification, would have changed the course of was an unfair and, I think, an erro- in most Americans’ minds, for a Fed- events, but I do know it would have neous concept made part of the law in eral law that today, on average, allows given Adam Lanza’s mother—whom he the Dodd-Frank legislation that for four of six guns to be sold without murdered, and he stole her guns and prioritizes large financial institutions a criminal background check. They then killed these poor, innocent chil- over the needs of American families. want the law changed. We shouldn’t dren at Sandy Hook—an additional We need to do everything we can to pretend this issue is politically con- tool and may have just possibly avert- protect taxpayers from having been troversial. It might be amidst lobbying ed the tragedy. called upon to bail out banks. We need circles in Washington, but it is not in I know there are many families in to let banks go bankrupt and use exist- the communities Team 26 rode America today who would welcome ad- ing laws to restructure their debt and through, and they can tell you that be- ditional tools by which they could then then to get back on track. So this is cause they were cheered everywhere help loved ones become compliant with actually a very important step in the they went. their doctors’ orders to take their right direction. It is no small feat to organize this medication and become productive peo- I commend Chairman HENSARLING in ride. It makes a difference in the com- ple. the House of Representatives for pass- munities in which they do events, the There is a gentleman named Pete ing this important piece of legislation. communities through which they ride, Earley whom I know the Senator It is similar to legislation that I have and it will ultimately make a dif- knows and who has testified here often. introduced here in the Senate with ference here. Every great movement He is a journalist, but he wrote a book Senator TOOMEY, the junior Senator for change is a long journey made called ‘‘Crazy.’’ It is a book about his from Pennsylvania, and I hope we can worthwhile at the end when, after you son’s experience, who had mental ill- move forward soon. have ridden up lots of hills and down ness. It is not about his son. The title I have one other interjection on the into valleys, you end up at the finish is not for his son. It is about the so- whole idea of bankruptcy versus bail- line. called system that fails people like outs. I read in the press and I hear I thank Team 26 for their work. Pete Earley’s son because it doesn’t from some of our colleagues in the I yield the floor. provide the options they need in order House that they think the bankruptcy The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- to deal with their mental illness. laws are somehow a bailout. It is the ator from Texas. So I do think there are ways we can antithesis of a bailout. It is the oppo- Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, while work together, but as long as we just site of a bailout because what it does is my friend from Connecticut is on the keep making speeches to our respective it authorizes a court of law under es- floor, let me say that I have been here constituents back home, we are never tablished rules and laws to restructure long enough now to realize it is hard to going to do that. the debt of the bankrupt person or change things with just a speech. In- I know we are working on the mental business. In doing so, it allows them to deed, it is hard to change things by health issue now, and I would just say get it behind them and then to get on just voting up or down on bills. The to my colleague: I am more than happy and continue to live a productive life way we actually solve problems is by to try to find some common ground on as an individual or to deal with a pro- trying to find consensus. this issue because I do think we need to ductive business if you are a business.

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I hope public-private partnerships are impor- terests of the United States and our al- our colleagues in the House have the tant. lies in the Middle East, such as Israel. courage, particularly as we look at the Local communities are willing to Unfortunately, today Mahan Air is Puerto Rico situation, to realize that join in a partnership with the Federal working to expand its international op- at some point, unless we act in the Government to deal with these critical erations now that the Obama adminis- House and the Senate to deal with the infrastructure needs at land, air, and tration has lifted sanctions as part of impending crisis in Puerto Rico, unless sea ports, and that is what this amend- the misguided Iran nuclear deal. we act in advance of that crisis, we are ment would do. Mahan Air is expanding its oper- going to be presented with an emer- We have already seen in my State ations and adding more international gency situation, and we are going to be time and again how important these airports to its flight patterns, includ- asked to bail out Puerto Rico using partnerships can be to help reduce wait ing several in Europe in an effort to in- taxpayer dollars, and I want none of times at ports of entry—at the land- crease its bottom line. Mahan Air’s un- that. based ports of entry such as Laredo, fettered support of terrorism in the I think all of us who were here during which is the largest land-based port of worst aspects of the Iranian regime the financial crisis in 2008 would say entry in the United States. If you have should give us all pause. I am con- the same thing: We want none of that. ever been there, you have seen the cerned about the security risks of So let’s do our work, whether it is end- trucks stacked up coming from Mexico. Americans who fly in and out of the ing too big to fail for large financial in- There is important trade that goes on same airports serviced by a Mahan Air stitutions or dealing with the impend- between our two countries that sup- aircraft. ing bankruptcy and financial crisis in ports 6 million jobs in the United My amendment would require the De- Puerto Rico. States alone. But these public-private partment of Homeland Security to Mr. President, to the topic of the partnerships have been very successful compile and make public a list of air- day, for the past few days we have been in helping to deal with our infrastruc- ports where Mahan Air has recently working on this legislation to reau- ture needs. It is not just about conven- landed. I think the public has a right thorize the Federal Aviation Adminis- ience. It has an economic impact as to know that the airports they are fly- tration. Chairman THUNE of the Com- well. ing into are being used to service an merce Committee and his staff have I mentioned that the 6 million people airline of the Iranian Government used been doing some good work and mak- who benefit because of their jobs de- to export terrorism. It would also re- ing a lot of progress toward completing pend on binational trade between the quire the Department of Homeland Se- the bill. I hope that cooperation con- United States and Mexico. For exam- curity to assess what added security tinues and that we are able to conclude ple, according to one study, each measures are needed. We must protect this legislation tomorrow. minute a truck sits idle at the border our country and our citizens from an This legislation would do some very waiting to come to the United States, airline that is complicit in terrorist ac- important things. It would streamline even though they are legally author- tivity. critical new investments in airport in- ized to come here to bring goods manu- I hope my colleagues will join me in frastructure and aviation safety to pro- factured or produced in Mexico, more supporting this commonsense amend- tect passengers and to help them get than $100 million in economic output is ment to the FAA reauthorization bill where they need to go more efficiently. lost or forfeited. to help shine a light on this bad actor. It would also include the most com- Let me say that again. For every I will close with this. Under new prehensive airline security reforms minute a truck sits at the border be- leadership, the 114th Congress has ac- since President Obama took office. For cause we don’t have the infrastructure tually gotten the Senate back to work example, it strengthens the vetting to process the truck into the United again. It is not just for the benefit of process for airport employees and ad- States, more than $100 million in eco- the majority party. It is not just for dresses a growing number of cyber se- nomic output is lost or forfeited. the benefit of the minority party. It is curity threats facing aviation and air So this amendment would authorize actually for the benefit of the constitu- navigation system. more of these partnerships, which ents we serve, because they are the Most important of all, it puts Amer- would also facilitate staffing and bet- ones who benefit when we can try to ican consumers and safety first. It does ter protect legitimate trade and travel work and find common ground and so without raising taxes or adding fees and keep our economy running smooth- move legislation forward where we can to customers that feel like a tax. You ly and keep jobs being created. I hope find agreement, knowing that there are may call it a fee. But if it costs money, my colleagues will consider this many areas where we will never find it really doesn’t feel any different than amendment and vote to build on the agreement because of fundamental a tax. success of similar programs in the past, principle differences of opinion. But I would also like to point out the both in Texas and across the country. this is another example of an impor- benefits to States like mine, Texas. It I want to mention one last amend- tant piece of legislation that will ben- protects air traffic partnerships that ment, one introduced yesterday, as efit the entire country. It definitely supports dozens of Texas airports and well, that would target the world’s isn’t a partisan piece of legislation. So directly responds to requests that I foremost sponsor of terrorism. That is it is something I am glad we have been have gotten from Texas communities the country of Iran. Mahan Air is able to move forward on, and I look looking for new opportunities to im- Iran’s largest commercial airline, and forward to concluding this legislation prove regional air traffic management it has repeatedly played a role in ex- tomorrow. or expand service in order to meet de- porting Iran’s terrorism. It is time we upgrade our air trans- mand—all crucial measures that help We all know Iran as being the No. 1 portation system for the entire coun- Texas communities move people and state sponsor of international ter- try, and it is time to put the safety of goods safely through airports. rorism, and Mahan Air is one of the airline customers first. This bill does I have introduced an amendment to ways they export that terrorism. We that. this legislation with the two Arizona might call Mahan Air ‘‘Terrorist Air- I yield the floor. Senators and the junior Senator from ways.’’ That would perhaps be more The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Nevada, Mr. HELLER, that would do precise. It not only supports the efforts ator from Wyoming. even more to help our ports of entry by of the Quds Force, a special unit of AMERICA’S COAL INDUSTRY strengthening public-private partner- Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard, Mr. ENZI. Mr. President, I rise today ships at air, land, and sea ports. The but of another Iranian-backed terrorist to talk about something very dear to fact of the matter is that financial re- group, Hezbollah. me and to so many of my fellow Wyo- sources—money—is always in short To put it simply, Mahan Air enables mingites, particularly those in Gil- supply, and rather than always coming the reach of Iranian personnel and lette, WY, where I used to be the back to the taxpayer and saying you weapons throughout the Middle East, mayor. It is the third largest town in

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Well, very sadly, 2 weeks ago issued its final Mercury Air Toxics live, the administration needs to hear those efforts resulted in unprecedented Standard rule. This needs to be about Sarah from Newcastle, which is layoffs, as two of Wyoming’s biggest changed to 2015, when the Department about 70 miles from Gillette and about coal mines let go of 15 percent of their of Interior piled on with its proposed 50 miles from any coal mines. Sarah workforce. My wife and I were heart- stream protection rule and the EPA and her husband started a carpet and broken to see these 456 miners sud- leased its final Clean Power Plan. We flooring store and had been success- denly out of work. need to change this to 2016, when Inte- fully managing it for over three dec- Besides the mines, there are railroad rior froze the Federal Coal Leasing ades. She is sad to see so many in her layoffs because that is how Wyoming Program. If we imagine those changes, community out of work and fearful coal is delivered to the other 40 States this cartoon can explain how we got that the economic downturn will mean in the Nation. Outside of Gillette, where we are today. We are killing the the end of a business she has devoted there are 130 coal engines parked, not golden goose, the producer of low-cost her life to creating. to mention trains. That means 1,200 energy for the United States. The administration needs to hear railroad workers are out of jobs. Let me expand on those issues a bit from Robert, again from Gillette, his Today, Peabody coal announced that further. It is a little hard to under- and my hometown. He recently lost his they are filing chapter 11 bankruptcy. stand with only the titles. In 2012 the job at a smaller coal mine and had to We will see more of that. EPA finalized a standard that required uproot his family to move to another I know the suffering of the 456 people a strict reduction in air emissions from State in order to find work. He knows and the 1,200 railroad people suddenly electric-generating units. It was known that out West the media markets are out of work may not sound so bad in as the Mercury Air Toxics Standards— small and the national news will never places such as California or New York, or MATS—rule, and like many of the cover the heartbreaking stories of his but in Wyoming, whole communities rules from the EPA, the cost of this colleagues and neighbors in this coal feel that kind of impact. Folks I talked regulation was immense and the bene- market. Robert needs to know that to in Wyoming are depressed and fits were limited, even if the benefits maybe the media won’t cover his fam- angry, and it is because the energy in- are calculated over a much longer pe- ily’s story, but I won’t forget about dustries they support and rely upon riod of time than the costs. The EPA him, and I won’t stop fighting the bad have for too long been the target of bad estimated that the rule would create policies this administration has cre- Federal policies. $500,000 to $6 million in benefits related ated. People have been mining coal in Wy- to this mercury reduction. It would America has the resources, America oming since the mid-1800s, but it cost—remember that this is $500,000 to has the manpower, and America has wasn’t until the 1970s that the industry $6 million in benefits—nearly $10 bil- the reserves to provide the energy we really took off. The Clean Air Act of lion annually to implement the rule. need for a strong economy and a 1970 implemented the original restric- Luckily the Supreme Court rejected healthy environment. Nobody knows tions on sulfur dioxide emissions, and, the MATS rule last year, stating that that better than the folks in Wyoming, suddenly, the low sulfur content, the the EPA should have considered costs where people for generations have clean coal from Wyoming’s Powder before setting out to regulate mercury made a good living extracting energy River Basin was in high demand. Wyo- from fossil-fuel fired power plants. But from the same lands on which they ming went from producing just under 2 the administration wasn’t deterred. love to hunt, fish, hike, and camp. Peo- percent of our Nation’s coal in the late Last year Congress disapproved of both ple are dedicated stewards of the land 1960s to producing 9 percent by the end the Stream Protection Rule and the and want their children and grand- of the 1970s. That number rose to 31 Clean Power Plan—disastrous rules children to enjoy it in the same way. percent by the end of the 1990s. aimed at eliminating the extraction That is why Wyoming coal mines are By the end of 2014, 39 percent of the and use of low-cost energy—by using recognized year after year for their Nation’s electricity was generated by the Congressional Review Act. We did outstanding reclamation efforts. You coal, according to the Energy Informa- so with bipartisan support. Yet the can see that in this photo of the beau- tion Administration, and 40 percent of President did not listen and instead tiful land in Wyoming where a short that coal was generated in Wyoming. chose to veto those bills. time before a coal mine existed. That year, Wyoming’s 20 mines di- I believe U.S. Presidents should first On occasion, I take people out to rectly employed over 6,500 workers who and foremost seek to help the citizens view the coal mines, and usually, as we earn an average salary of nearly of the United States, and that means get close to the coal mine, they say: $84,000—almost twice the statewide av- the President must have a deep under- Oh, don’t let them tear up that land erage. The industry indirectly employs standing of the people and the chal- over there. It is beautiful. tens of thousands more contractors in lenges they face. President Obama and We have to explain to them: That is jobs that support the coal industry. others in his administration—and some where the mine used to be; this is The coal industry paid over $1.14 bil- seeking to replace him—have dem- where it is headed. lion to Wyoming in taxes, royalties, onstrated how woefully little they un- They say: Oh. If you can change that and other revenue in 2014. That is derstand about coal, the jobs that are into this, do it. money that was used for schools, roads, related to coal, the people who produce There are some difficulties with re- and community colleges across the it, and even the people who use it. placing it like this. This hill had to be State. Those are all in jeopardy. Many folks in Wyoming who produce exactly the same as it was before the With all of this affordable energy, and use coal have reached out to me, coal was removed. If there are stones in with all of these well-paying jobs, how and I want this administration to hear there, they have to be put back where did Wyoming find itself losing jobs last from them. The administration needs they were before. week? How did Wyoming wind up with to hear from people like Nancy from The ranchers who border on these the fastest growing unemployment rate my hometown in Gillette. She wrote coal mines think, why would anybody in the Nation? Well, I recently ran last week to tell me about losing her move that much dirt and put it back across this 2011 editorial cartoon that I job at a mine where she worked for 9 the way it was? think helps explain how this adminis- years. She is 64 years old, single, and Well, it is the law, and they have tration is bringing down the coal in- takes care of her elderly father. She been following the law and getting phe- dustry. has a house payment—a house she nomenal results. This cartoon was drawn and dedi- worked very hard to keep after going What Wyoming and other States that cated to the Wyoming Legislature through a divorce. Now she is worried produce and rely on fossil fuels need is

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One of those options On its face, a specialty store like Chap- newly filled with chain stores like Petco and is carbon sequestration, which Sen- man’s might seem out of place in a town Buffalo Wild Wings. Rows of hotels and mo- ators from both sides of the aisle in that since its founding has been strongly tels advertise weekly rates, and newly con- rooted in producing coal, oil, natural gas and this Chamber have historically sup- structed subdivisions rise out of the hilly methane. landscape. Shiny trucks, boats and campers ported. Using that technology, carbon Located in the heart of the Powder River dioxide emitted from combusting fossil litter driveways. There are two frozen yogurt Basin, Gillette is surrounded by 12 coal shops and two golf courses. fuels can be captured and routed to se- mines, some of the largest in the country, Recent growth has been steady since the cure geological storage, preventing it employing some 5,600 people, according to mid-2000s, which Chapman said has led to from being released into the atmos- 2014 data. In a county just shy of 50,000, the more boutique shops like hers opening down- phere, although plants need that. The mines provide jobs for 1 out of every 10 resi- town. dents. About a decade ago, the city and county carbon dioxide can also be used for en- On a recent March morning, charter buses, began investing a sizable portion of revenues hanced recovery of oil and natural gas similar to the ones that ferry tech workers from the energy sector back into services for to help ensure that America efficiently to the Google and Facebook campuses, head the community. For $53 a month, residents out of Gillette. Yet these buses aren’t filled utilizes these resources. can use the state-of-the-art recreation center When a well is drilled and pumped, with coders and app designers, but with min- ers. Pickup trucks sporting long poles topped featuring a six-lane indoor track and a 42- you get about 25 percent of the oil out foot climbing wall designed to resemble as- of the ground. There is some enhanced with bright orange flags follow suit. The flags are to make sure those operating the pects of the nearby Devils Tower National recovery that has been invented and living room-sized coal trucks don’t acciden- Monument. The Gillette that Chapman grew up in since that time, and they can get about tally engage in an unintentional monster hardly resembles the one that exists today, another 20 percent out of the ground. truck brawl. That means that 55 percent of our On the south side of town at mining parts she said. value is still underground. People are supplier L&H Industrial, a 13,000-square-foot ‘‘Hell, when Applebee’s opened 10 years mural is devoted largely to an image of inky ago, it was like the town wanted to throw a working to invent ways to take care of party, because before then, the only chains that and take care of the energy we are black coal being scooped into a coal truck, a train filled with coal passing by. we had were fast-food restaurants,’’ she said, going to need to be energy inde- Since 1990, the town’s population has dou- laughing. ‘‘And I know that sounds weird, pendent. bled to a little more than 30,000, a respect- but that’s an exciting thing to realize, ‘Hey, Even the White House supports in- able size in a state where pronghorn ante- we’ve gotten to this point they’re going to vestment in research and development lopes outnumber people. But the promise of build an Applebee’s.’ ’’ projects to make carbon capture more plentiful, good-paying jobs has not only REIMAGINING A CITY WITH FEWER PEOPLE accessible, deployable, and affordable. brought people to the self-styled, ‘‘Energy But as the coal industry feels the pinch, I hope my colleagues from any State Capital of the Nation,’’ but also brought tax the city’s investments are being tested. Gil- that uses or produces fossil fuels will revenues and prosperity. lette is losing people as mines make layoffs, join me in supporting policies to en- Wyoming produces 39 percent of the na- supporting service companies shutter their tion’s coal, or about 382 million tons in 2014, doors, and oil and gas production falls, said courage carbon sequestration and the according to the Bureau of Land Manage- use of carbon. There are a number of Wyoming state Sen. Michael Von Flatern ment. Because Gillette is so interconnected (R). About 1,500 people have packed up and uses, and one of those is to get that en- with coal and other fossil energy resources, left in the last year, and he expects another hanced oil recovery. it faces a barrage of assaults, both economic couple of thousand to move on before the Last week was a tough one for Wyo- and regulatory. Production of Wyoming coal summer is out. ming, but I am proud to be from a has declined 14 percent since 2011. Late last ‘‘I expect we’ll lose 10 percent of our popu- State that has always found a way to month, mass layoffs were announced. lation over the next year,’’ he said. Charlene bounce back from any bust. Actually, At the largest mine in the region, Peabody Murdock, executive director of the Campbell Energy Corp.’s North Antelope Rochelle County Chamber of Commerce, embodies the what we have is a leveling out, but it is mine, 235 workers were told not to come to a difficult leveling out because for the interconnectedness of the energy industry work. Arch Coal Inc. cut 230 jobs. The reduc- and business community in Gillette. She first time coal prices, oil prices, and tions represent about 15 percent of each com- spent nearly eight years with the chamber in natural gas prices are all down at the pany’s workforce in the state. the 1990s and then did communications work A boomtown since its founding, Gillette is same time. When you have an economy for energy companies, most recently working acutely aware of the central role that nat- that is building for growth and it levels for four years with Peabody Energy. ural resources, especially coal, have played out, it seems like a dramatic bust. She is generous with her laughter but also in its existence. And yet Gillette seems de- gives off a no-nonsense vibe, and she is quick This is not the end of coal’s chapter termined to survive in a world that is push- to shoot down the word ‘‘bust’’ as a in Wyoming history. I will keep work- ing coal out. It has invested in itself and descriptor for the current situation in Gil- ing to make sure of that. planned for a future where coal is not king. lette, preferring to call it a ‘‘softer economic Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- The question now facing Gillette is wheth- period.’’ sent that an article that just came out er it has done enough: Can this boomtown ‘‘Bust, to me, says something like ‘We weather this bust? today entitled ‘‘The Powder River have no jobs, we have no people, we have no Basin: Creating a new future in Wyo- Shedding a boomtown stigma. Founded in 1892, the city was named after income,’ ’’ Murdock said, noting that Gil- ming’s biggest coal town,’’ which talks railroad surveyor Edward Gillette. Today, lette’s latest ‘‘boom’’ was more like steady about some of the innovative things between 80 and 100 trains speed out of the re- growth for the last 12 years. people are doing and how it will help gion daily, carrying Wyoming coal to more Murdock sees this period as one of ‘‘lev- Gillette, be printed in the RECORD. than 30 states. eling off’’ in Gillette, even a chance for the There being no objection, the mate- In the 1960s, oil development about doubled community to catch its breath. rial was ordered to be printed in the the city’s population from about 3,500 to At the height of the energy boom in the 2007–08, unemployment was less than 2 per- RECORD, as follows: more than 7,000. The rapid population growth spurred violence and crime, so much that cent. Houses were on the market mere hours POWDER RIVER BASIN: CREATING A NEW psychologist Eldean Kohrs in 1974 coined the before being snapped up. FUTURE IN WYOMING’S BIGGEST COAL TOWN term ‘‘Gillette Syndrome’’ to describe the And yes, she said, this downturn might (By E&E reporter, Brittany Patterson, April social problems that accompany a boom- mean the end of some businesses and serv- 13, 2016) town. ices. For example, Gillette might lose one of GILLETTE, WY.—Laura Chapman’s best- With the passage of the Clean Air Act in its frozen yogurt shops. Perhaps, this year, selling cupcake is the ‘‘Coal Seam Over- 1963 and subsequent amendments in the housing development will not occur, she al- load,’’ a decadent chocolate cake topped years after, power plants began turning to lowed. But whether it’s growth or decline, with rich chocolate frosting and dark choco- Powder River Basin coal. Gillette officially she said, those who have made roots in Gil- late toppings. became a coal town. lette are aware that energy commodities It’s a tribute to her home state’s top ex- It wasn’t until the mid-1970s that then- drive the economy and uncertainty isn’t port, a product that eventually is used by 1 mayor and now U.S. Sen. Mike Enzi (R) new.

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MEET THE MAN TRYING TO DIVERSIFY GILLETTE For now, Chapman said business is good Greg Cottrell, owner of the Big O Tires in Soft-spoken, with wire-rimmed glasses, and she is content to continue whipping up Gillette, falls into the worried camp. He Phil Christopherson’s current job is engi- cupcakes and baking birthday cakes. Her worked for 14 years in the Cordero Rojo mine neering, but of a different kind than the husband is in the process of opening a whis- when it was owned by Kennecott Energy, and former Boeing employee was trained to do. key barber shop across the street. he said this downturn feels different. As CEO of Energy Capital Economic Devel- ‘‘Of course I’m optimistic,’’ she said laugh- ‘‘We’ve never had a war on coal before opment, his job is to help diversify the city’s ing. ‘‘I opened a cupcake shop, didn’t I?’’ coming from the administration,’’ he said. energy-intensive economy. The two-person Mr. ENZI. If we eliminate coal, it ’We’ve had coal companies since the ’70s. So entity is both publicly and privately funded will force people across the Nation to for 40 years, they’ve been a very big part of and tasked with promoting, retaining and pay more for their energy. this community and the growth and the rea- expanding business in Gillette. Coal has a good base load. It runs all son we have very good schools and hospitals The state-of-the-art sports complex, events the time. It is not like wind. If the and recreation centers for kids.’’ center and other niceties in Gillette were wind doesn’t blow, you don’t have it. It LOOKING FOR A PLAN B part of that calculation, the idea being that they would foster community and help pro- is not like solar. If the sun doesn’t That phrase ‘‘the war on coal’’ isn’t un- shine, you don’t have it. Coal can work common in Wyoming. vide reasons to stay even when times get Many in Gillette feel President Obama’s tough. 24 hours a day, and it is low cost. There environmental policies targeting carbon Expanding the community college is an- has also been more done to clean up emissions have doomed the industry. other form of economic diversification, one coal-burning power plants than any- Concerns abound about a decision earlier that required the city, the county and pri- where else. this year by the Department of the Interior vate industry to step up financially. Inside We invite people to come to Gillette, to pause federal coal leasing for three years the Technical Education Center, part of Gil- WY, and look at the power plants and lette College, students can earn associate’s while the agency conducts a review of the clean air that we have. The only time program. All of the mines near here are part degrees in welding, industrial electricity, mining machine tools and diesel technology. we get regional haze is when the for- of the federal coal program. ests burn in Oregon or Washington and Another fear is U.S. EPA’s Clean Power There’s a popular nursing program, as well. Plan, which which is expected to reduce car- Inside the Peabody Energy Hall, students re- blow into Wyoming and make our bon dioxide emissions from power plants 32 hearse for an upcoming musical perform- mountains disappear. You won’t find percent below 2005 levels by 2030 nationwide. ance. The college is expanding and adding an coal dust around there, either, because Gillette is surrounded by, and in some arena, and more dorms are under construc- people don’t let anything blow away cases part owner of, three coal-fired power tion. that they can sell. plants. Some could be on the chopping block In 2010, the group partnered with the city We hope everyone will come and take to revitalize the downtown shopping district in order for the state to meet its emissions a look at the environment and the cuts under the rule. now home to the cupcake shop, a brewery, boutique clothing stores and a meadery, power plants so you, too, can say: You Some of the worry is tied to Gillette’s deep know, coal is not bad, and America financial dependence on coal. Revenues from among others. Public art adorns the corners the resource are the second-largest cash of South Gillette Avenue. Art is also sprin- needs it. stream for state and local governments in kled throughout town—a lustrous palm tree, I yield the floor. Wyoming. In 2014, the total amounted to a polar bear sculpture and a larger-than-life I suggest the absence of a quorum. $1.14 billion. spider. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. In addition, since 1992, Wyoming has re- ‘‘There’s never not something to do,’’ TOOMEY). The clerk will call the roll. ceived more than $2 billion in coal bonus added Mary Melaragno, director of business The senior assistant legislative clerk bids, which are paid to BLM and the state retention and expansion with Energy Capital proceeded to call the roll. over a five-year period once a lease is issued. Economic Development. The group’s newest endeavor, with help Mr. COATS. Mr. President, I ask The money has been used to fund schools, from a grant from the Wyoming Business unanimous consent that the order for highways and community colleges across the Council, is to purchase office space it could the quorum call be rescinded. state. then rent to new businesses looking to relo- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Right now, Cottrell said, companies that cate, like an incubator. objection, it is so ordered. supported the energy industry, especially the In the wake of the historic layoffs, WASTEFUL SPENDING oil industry, have closed shop or aren’t Christopherson sees the role of diversifying spending money, at least not on new tires. Mr. COATS. Mr. President, this is Gillette as even more important. now my 39th edition of ‘‘Waste of the He concedes that the city is different, big- ‘‘It’s interesting,’’ he said. ‘‘You have some ger. people that are quite worried and quite fear- Week.’’ For 39 weeks I have been back ‘‘We don’t have so much of an up-and-down ful, but there’s a segment of the population on the floor when the Senate has been economy now because Gillette is a little that has stepped up.’’ in session to talk about unnecessary, more diversified,’’ he said, but added, ‘‘I Some residents have even started a ‘‘Stay fraudulent, wasted, abusive spending of wouldn’t call it self-sustaining yet, though.’’ Strong Gillette’’ movement, he said. taxpayer dollars. Last month, the Wyoming Department of And why not Gillette, supporters say. The We have run up quite a toll—more Workforce Services reported that Campbell city has the rail and road infrastructure, ac- County had experienced one of the largest than I thought we would—but the more cess to cheap and plentiful electricity and a I dig into this and the more informa- jumps in unemployment across the state. workforce that is used to working hard. From January 2015 to January 2016, unem- Already, one company, Atlas Carbon LLC, tion we get from the agencies that are ployment rose from 3.6 percent to 6 percent. has moved to town with a business plan that looking at how we spend taxpayers’ That was before the huge mine layoffs were includes using coal—in this case manufac- dollars, the more alarmed I have been announced. turing activated carbon (the stuff found in and the public should be and our col- A population exodus means a loss of sales water filters)—but not burning it for energy. leagues should be over how these hard- tax revenue for the city, but a downturn in Christopherson said he hopes it’s enough. the energy sector also affects the tax base earned tax dollars are spent in a wast- He concedes that if the community had ed and abusive way or a fraudulent significantly. Each living room-sized coal prioritized this effort five or 10 years ago, truck, road grader or shovel is purchased by ‘‘we could have helped insulate against some way. So I am going to keep doing this the mines from businesses on the south side of this.’’ to alert my colleagues and alert the of town. Still, he doesn’t see Gillette existing with- American people—in particular, people The city, for its part, has recently re-eval- out coal mining. in my State—that there are ways we uated how it will invest in major capital And he’s not alone. Most people in Gillette can better and more efficiently use projects over the next five years, according don’t believe coal will disappear from their their tax dollars or not require them in to Gillette City Administrator Carter Na- lives anytime soon, if ever. Instead, the con- the first place. pier, but with no way to know if revenues sensus seems to be that the peak of coal pro- from the energy sector might rebound, the duction in Campbell County has come and This week I am focusing on docu- city is facing tough decisions. gone. mented abuse of the Department of Ag- ‘‘The further questions we need to have are ‘‘There is a way to continue Gillette’s eco- riculture’s Supplemental Nutrition As- with regard to what services we may need to nomic success and move us into a future that sistance Program. Most Hoosiers and

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I get many let- transactions and were using four or have no need for it at all.’’ I will sell ters and contacts in my office describ- more EBT cards in a year during key this card with $1,300 in credits if you ing standing in the grocery line and times, such as when cards were cred- will send me $300. I guess that raises seeing someone use food stamps not for ited with benefits, and all of a sudden questions about how these cards are milk for their children or cereal or nu- the request came in, saying: I lost my being used, and these are just a few ex- tritious food but for junk food or to- card—and by the way this is the fifth amples. bacco or alcohol. The program is not time or sixth time or whatever. This kind of fraud obviously needs to supposed to be used for that kind of In totaling all of this, the General be addressed. As all of the other 38 thing, but somehow we keep reading Accountability Office said this ac- weeks of ‘‘Waste of the Week’’ I have about potential misuse of what this counted for more than $26 million of put up here continues to accumulate, program is intended to do. suspicious transactions. Now, that was these cards obviously are not being Now, the SNAP program, as it is now just from the three States. These are used—all of them—for those who need called—Supplemental Nutrition Assist- sizable States—Massachusetts, Michi- it and for its intended purpose. It is ance Program, S-N-A-P, the SNAP pro- gan, and Nebraska—but they pale in clear that we ought to be adopting gram—exists to provide low-income in- comparison to say Florida, Texas, Cali- GAO’s methodology of tracking both dividuals with their nutrition needs fornia, and New York. So if it was $26 the number of recipients that receive and food items. It is funded by the Fed- million of suspicious transactions for more and more EBT cards at specific eral Government, and it is adminis- just these three States that were times of the year and those with sus- tered by the States. looked into, imagine what it would be picious transactions, and I think a lot Let me begin by saying I am not here if they checked all 50 States. of this abuse could be eliminated. to do a critique of the program. That is So we did some calculations using So what we are doing today is we are a topic for a different discussion. I am the same proportion of SNAP house- adding another $3.2 billion of waste, here to talk about whether this pro- holds as those identified by GAO as af- and we continue to raise the amounts. gram is being effectively run by the fecting the whole country, and we It is now $162 billion of waste, fraud, States and effectively funded by the came up with roughly $3.2 billion of and abuse. This is going to continue as Federal Government. What we have waste over a 10-year period of time. we alert the American people, inform learned is that—no surprise—as with so That is not small change. A lot of peo- my colleagues in the Senate and the many other Federal programs, there ple work awfully hard to accumulate Congress, and inform the administra- has been gaming and fraudulent use of the kind of money needed to total $3.2 tion that there are ways to better use, the program. There clearly are people billion and then only to see it wasted. and hopefully not even have to request who don’t qualify and are not eligible People said: Maybe these suspicious in the first place, the kind of tax dol- for receiving these food stamp vouchers transactions were legitimate. So we did lars we are paying for a clearly dys- but are nevertheless receiving them a quick search on Craig’s List. Craig’s functional Federal Government pro- through this program. List is this list you go into—I know all gram. The government has become modern of the young pages understand this. We Mr. President, I yield the floor. with the digital age, and instead of old people aren’t necessarily up to I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The food stamps they issue an electronic speed on all of these new electronic clerk will call the roll. benefits transfer card. It is like a debit transactions and processes and so The legislative clerk proceeded to card that people carry in their wallet. forth. I got into it with the help of my call the roll. Money is added to that card electroni- young staff. We got into Craig’s List Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I ask cally and it can be used at grocery and we found that what was being ad- unanimous consent that the order for stores. People swipe it. Hopefully, it vertised—see, on Craig’s List you put the quorum call be rescinded. works better than Secretary Clinton’s up something that others will want to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without card worked at the subways of New buy, and it can be anything from a objection, it is so ordered. York. Anyway, you can swipe this card, washing machine to a lawn mower, to a Mr. HATCH. Mr. President, I rise and it will deduct the amount you picture frame or whatever. We found today in support of the FAA reauthor- have, in terms of the cost of the food some people advertising these SNAP ization legislation before us, as well as provided, and it is refreshed on a cards, these EBT cards. For instance, a the managers’ amendment filed yester- monthly basis. mechanic named Marco could—this was day on this key piece of legislation. In looking at the program, the Gen- not MARCO RUBIO, by the way—a me- This is an important bill that will en- eral Accountability Office got some chanic named Marco will accept EBT sure the airport and airway trust fund tips about the fact that a lot of re- cards as payment for auto care, he will remain solvent and that our Na- placement cards were being sent out. said. In other words, if you have a tion’s airway system—and the count- We all leave our license on the counter problem with your car, come over to less jobs that are impacted by the sys- in the kitchen or our credit card and my shop. I will fix it for you, and in- tem—do not have to deal with a fund- we wonder, ‘‘Where is that credit stead of cash, you can give me EBT ing shortfall or a lapse in authoriza- card,’’ and then we need a replacement. cards. So probably that is pretty tion. This happens. We understand that. So tempting. How much to fix my auto- The airport and airway trust fund fi- there is a replacement card program mobile? Thirty-five bucks. I have an nances many of our national aviation available through SNAP. You say you EBT card. It has $33.47 left on it. How programs. Currently, expenditures lost your card and they send you a new about I pay you with that? He says: from the trust fund are authorized one. The problem is that GAO—the OK. I can take that in payment. Then through July 15 of this year. The provi- Government Accountability Office— they apply for a replacement card. sions that ensure adequate funding for learned from the program that a tre- That is probably one of the ways it the trust fund expire at the same time. mendous amount of replacement cards adds up. That means that, absent congressional were going out to people—sometimes Another person advertised two action, national airway programs and over four. Then, they say: Wait a Beyonce tickets. I haven’t been to a projects will come to a screeching halt minute. Maybe we ought to look at Beyonce concert, but I actually know about 3 months from now. this because this person has been ask- who she is. I actually realize, even at Make no mistake, this bill is about ing for replacement cards on a regular my age, that she is a star and every- protecting jobs and consumer interests basis. Are they really losing those body wants these tickets. So they ad- across the country. No one would ben- cards or are they using them for other vertised two tickets for $1,200 and said: efit from a lapse in funding or author- purposes? We can accept EBT cards for payment. ization as either one would threaten

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While I have those in Utah, to bring back TSA staff weighed down by unrelated issues, no made it clear that I would prefer that and security screening equipment if one seriously disputes the need to get the Senate pass a clean FAA bill, I certain conditions are met. the bill over the finish line. know that none of us can reasonably Under subtitle F of the bill, we have As the Presiding Officer knows, the expect to get everything we want out language taken from Pilot’s Bill of Senate Finance Committee, which I of every piece of legislation, particu- Rights 2, a bill that the Senate passed chair, is responsible for the tax title of larly when the goal is bipartisan com- with unanimous consent last year but the FAA bill. The trust fund is paid for promise. I am very much in favor of was not yet passed in the House. The through a number of tax provisions practicing the art of the doable, which general aviation community in Utah that are set to expire in July along sometimes means accepting things I will benefit tremendously from these with the authorization of expenditures don’t want to see happen. I have been provisions, which could potentially from the trust fund. These provisions willing to work with my colleagues to help thousands of general aviation pi- include longstanding taxes on domestic include other provisions in the tax title lots in Utah, saving them time and and international airfares, taxes on jet in order to get a deal on the overall money in managing their health and fuel, and others. FAA bill. fitness to fly. There are other provi- In years past, the Finance Com- I will leave it to others to charac- sions in the bill that will benefit Utah mittee has introduced and debated leg- terize what happened in those negotia- and most States throughout the coun- islation to renew and, if necessary, up- tions, as none of the items under dis- try. date those provisions. We typically cussion were high priorities for me. I In short, this is a good bill. From the have a markup and report the legisla- will just note that after weeks of dis- FAA reauthorization provisions to the tion out of committee. I had intended cussion, finger-pointing, and a little bit tax and funding title, it is the right ap- to follow a similar course with this of grandstanding, the decision was proach to addressing these particular year’s FAA bill. Unfortunately, that made to move forward on a clean 18- needs, and we need to get it done. isn’t how things worked out. month extension of the FAA funding Therefore, I urge my colleagues to sup- As we were working through the provisions, which once again, was my port Senator THUNE’s managers’ process in committee to set up an FAA preference from the outset. amendment as well as the overall FAA markup, it became clear that my Needless to say, I am pleased with bill. friends on the other side of this aisle the outcome. I wish we could have ENSURING PATIENT ACCESS AND EFFECTIVE saw the bill as an opportunity to add a taken a less contentious path to arrive DRUG ENFORCEMENT ACT number of extraneous items—provi- at this conclusion. Mr. President, I would like to talk sions that had nothing whatsoever to Still, this is a good outcome for the for a few minutes on S. 483, the Ensur- do with the FAA—to the bill and set American people and for all the indus- ing Patient Access and Effective Drug the stage for a politically charged de- tries that rely on a fully functional air- Enforcement Act. The Senate unani- bate in the Finance Committee. way system. The legislation before us mously passed this crucial legislation Now, I am not one to shy away from will extend the programs for a year and last month, and just yesterday the controversy, but with an item of this a half and provide greater certainty for House passed the bill as well. The bill importance—one that is a priority for people and businesses around the coun- now goes to President Obama for signa- Members on both sides—I didn’t see the try. On top of that, it will improve se- ture. benefit for either side in turning the curity on planes and in our Nation’s I would like to begin by thanking FAA tax title into another wide-rang- airports while also providing much Senator WHITEHOUSE for his important ing tax extenders bill and reducing the needed improvements to help con- work on this legislation. He and his robust debate process in the Finance sumers and airline passengers. staff have been crucial partners in Committee to a series of controversial I know that the people of Utah in my helping to move it forward. I am also votes. Moreover, given the small lead home State are particularly interested grateful for the support of our other time before the authorizing bill was to in seeing Congress finish its work on cosponsors—Senators RUBIO, VITTER, be up for floor debate, a markup that the FAA reauthorization. Over the last and CASSIDY. addressed anything more than the Fi- few months, I have heard from many S. 483 is not a long bill, but it is an nance Committee’s basic responsibility groups and businesses from Utah and important one. It clarifies several key to fund the FAA would have prejudiced elsewhere on a number of issues ad- provisions of the Controlled Substances Members on both sides in terms of dressed by this bill, including airport Act in ways that will strengthen ef- preparation. For all of these reasons, funding, drone safety, rural airport forts to fight prescription drug abuse we decided not to mark up the bill in needs, and general aviation. while ensuring patients retain access committee, and, instead, to resolve the Many people, when they think about to needed medications. matter here on the floor. Utah’s airways, probably think that we As we all know, prescription drugs It appears that it has been resolved. just have the one airport in Salt Lake play a crucial role in treating and cur- There will be voting before the end of City. Make no mistake, that is an im- ing illness, alleviating pain and im- the week on a simple extension of the portant airport, not only to Utah but proving quality of life for millions of taxes dedicated to the airport and air- to air travel and shipping all across the Americans. Unfortunately, these drugs way trust fund through the end of Fis- country and other parts of the world. can also be abused. A balance is nec- cal Year 2017. Ultimately, a clean ex- But my State’s interest in the FAA bill essary to ensure that individuals who tension of the FAA taxes like the one extends well beyond the Salt Lake City need prescription drugs for treatment before us is probably the best approach. International Airport. All told, we receive them but that such drugs are My main priority in developing this have 47 total airports in the State of not diverted for improper purposes. To legislation was to ensure adequate Utah, varying greatly in purpose, size, this end, S. 483 makes three important funding for the FAA and airway and overall capacity, all of which changes to the Controlled Substances projects and programs throughout the would benefit from this legislation. Act. country and to do so in a fiscally re- Many of these airports have new devel- First, it clarifies the factors that the sponsible manner. opment or expansion projects either Attorney General is required to con- Over the past few weeks, we heard a underway or in the planning stages. sider when deciding whether to register lot of talk about adding additional pro- The legislation before us will give as- an applicant to manufacture or dis- visions to the tax title and there were surances to these airports and allow tribute controlled substances. The cur- some efforts to once again stack this them to plan for future needs. rent text of the Controlled Substances legislation with extraneous items. In- The bill also includes important pro- Act instructs the Attorney General to deed, leading up to yesterday, lobbyists visions from the Treating Small Air- consider factors that ‘‘may be relevant and special interest groups all over ports with Fairness Act, which con- to and consistent with the public

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Ray was the named defendant S. 483 reduces this uncertainty by clarifies and further defines the Attor- and believed in this constitutional tying those standards to Congress’s ney General’s enforcement powers principle. But shortly after the deci- findings in section 101 of the Controlled while seeking to avoid situations that sion, he announced his retirement from Substances Act regarding the benefits, may lead to an interruption in the sup- Congress, proving that the case was harms, and commercial impact of con- ply of medicine to suffering patients. It never really about him but rather his trolled substances. This change will reflects a measured, carefully nego- devotion to the Constitution. bring clarity to the registration proc- tiated compromise between stake- On a personal note, I got to know ess and provide better guidance to reg- holders and law enforcement that will Ray as he prepared to retire from Con- ulators as they consider applications to enable both to work together more ef- gress. Thanks to the recommendation manufacture or distribute controlled fectively. Most importantly, it will of a family friend who worked for Ray, substances. make a meaningful difference in our I interned at Ray’s Little Rock office The second change S. 483 makes is to homes and communities. for a few weeks in the summer of 1996. delineate the standards under which I want to thank my colleagues for Rather than the usual intern routine of the Attorney General may suspend a their support of this legislation, and I ‘‘clips’’—for you pages down front, that Controlled Substances Act registration urge the President to sign it into law. is when interns literally clip stories without a court proceeding. Under the With that, I yield the floor. out of the newspaper—I spent days and The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- terms of the Controlled Substances days at a storage unit in southwest Pu- ator from Arkansas. Act, the Attorney General may sus- laski County, sorting through more pend a registration to manufacture or REMEMBERING RAY THORNTON than a quarter century of Ray’s public distribute controlled substances with- Mr. COTTON. Mr. President, Arkan- papers and preparing them for the ar- out court process if she determines sas lost a political legend today when chives under the supervision of his former Congressman Ray Thornton there is an imminent danger to the longtime, matchless advisor, Julie passed away at the age of 87. public health and safety. But the Act Baldridge. Ray Thornton grew up in Sheridan, does not define what constitutes an im- It was a fascinating history lesson in the child of two teachers. Ray’s intel- minent danger, leaving the Attorney Arkansas politics, and it highlighted a lect and quick wit was evident from an General’s authority under this provi- common theme of Ray’s career: his early age. He graduated from high sion essentially open-ended. This in commitment to do the right thing, as school at just 16 years old. He then turn leads companies to operate in the he saw the right, even when it was the headed off to the University of Arkan- shadow of uncertainty regarding when tough thing. Whether it was impeach- sas, eventually winning the Navy and whether a registration might be ment, that 1993 budget vote, or the Holloway Program scholarship to at- term limit case, Ray stood his ground. summarily suspended. tend Yale University. After college, S. 483 clarifies the Attorney Gen- Ray heeded what would be the first of But Ray did not leave public life after eral’s authority to immediately sus- several calls to serve his country and Congress, for he answered another call pend a registration by specifying that joined the U.S. Navy, where he served 3 to service, this time on the Arkansas such a suspension may be appropriate years with the Pacific Fleet during the Supreme Court, where he served until where there is a ‘‘substantial likeli- Korean war. 2005. hood of an immediate threat that After leaving the Navy, Ray returned Now Ray has gone home to his death, serious bodily harm, or abuse of home to Arkansas, earned a law degree Maker. While we join his family and a controlled substance will occur in the from the University of Arkansas, and friends in mourning the loss, we also absence of an immediate suspension of married Betty Jo, with whom he raised celebrate his long, well-lived life in the registration.’’ This will permit the three daughters. service to our country and Arkansas. Attorney General to issue immediate Ray began a successful legal career Rest in peace, Ray Thornton. suspension orders when necessary to before being elected attorney general I suggest the absence of a quorum. protect against an imminent threat of in 1970. After one term, Ray was elect- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The harm, while at the same time ensuring ed to the House of Representatives clerk will call the roll. The legislative clerk proceeded to that this power does not become a from Arkansas’s Fourth District. Ray sword constantly hanging over the call the roll. served with distinction, including on Mr. ROUNDS. Mr. President, I ask head of law-abiding companies. the Judiciary Committee, where he unanimous consent that the order for In addition to these important clari- helped draft the articles of impeach- fications, S. 483 will also facilitate the quorum call be rescinded. ment against President Nixon. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. greater collaboration between distribu- In 1978, he narrowly lost an epic Sen- GARDNER). Without objection, it is so tors, manufacturers, and relevant Fed- ate primary fight, featuring him, fel- ordered. eral actors in combatting prescription low Congressman and later Governor drug abuse. In particular, the bill pro- The Senator from South Dakota. Jim Guy Tucker, and Governor, later (The remarks of Mr. ROUNDS per- vides a mechanism for companies that Senator, David Pryor. He then re- taining to the introduction of S. 2796 violate the Controlled Substances Act turned to the family business of edu- are printed in today’s RECORD under to correct their practices before the cation, becoming the only man to serve ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and Attorney General suspends or revokes as president of both Arkansas State Joint Resolutions.’’) their registration. Even inadvertent University and the University of Ar- Mr. ROUNDS. Mr. President, I yield violations may lead to suspension or kansas. the floor. revocation, disrupting the supply chain Ray returned to politics in 1990, win- I suggest the absence of a quorum. for the company’s prescription drugs. ning election to the House of Rep- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The This in turn can cause hardship for pa- resentatives again, this time from Ar- clerk will call the roll. tients who rely on the company’s drugs kansas’s Second District, serving an- The bill clerk proceeded to call the for treatment and cure. other three terms. Representing the roll. S. 483 alleviates this problem by al- Little Rock area, Ray was President Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I lowing companies to submit a collec- Clinton’s Congressman, yet he voted ask unanimous consent that the order tive action plan to remediate the viola- against the President’s signature budg- for the quorum call be rescinded. tion before suspension or revocation, et in 1993. Also, around this time, Ar- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without thus ensuring that supply chains re- kansans passed an amendment to our objection, it is so ordered. main intact. This provision will also State’s Constitution limiting the terms Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, as encourage greater self-reporting of vio- of Federal officeholders. we are trying to determine whether we

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Big Diomede is tion, recognizing the importance of there—perhaps our friends from Hawaii owned by Russia. So when you hear what the FAA does. It is just a re- just a little bit more. It is a part of that statement about you can see Rus- minder to us that when we delay need- who we are. We have come to rely on sia from Alaska, when you are on Big ed reforms and those initiatives that that access with a pragmatism that Diomede, that is a true statement. provide some certainty of funding for perhaps some others don’t necessarily When you are sitting in this small is- airport improvements, it doesn’t help appreciate. land community of some 110 people, us out here, and that making sure we I can be at Reagan National, and if a your hub community for food, for are attending to these matters in a plane is canceled or there is a mechan- health care, for pretty much anything timely manner is important. ical problem, the tension is almost so is Nome, AK. That is where you go. I think it is fair to say that all of us thick you can cut it with a knife. Peo- During the summertime, during the in this body travel a fair bit. Most ev- ple are so frustrated. If your flight gets time when the ice is not frozen over in eryone, seemingly, will fly home to grounded in Alaska, it is like, well, the the Bering Strait, literally the only their respective States, visit with their weather has set in. My sister lived on way to get in and out is by helicopter constituents, and be with their families the Aleutian Islands for many years in because the island is so small and it is on weekends. Some of us who are from a community called Unalaska. When such a peaked island—basically a big farther away make efforts to be back she needed to take her family into An- rock coming out of the water—there is home as often as we can, but the dis- chorage some 800 miles or so away for no flat space for a runway. So you have tances might complicate it a little bit medical care or any other issues that a helicopter that provides for medical more. But I think it is fair to say that presented themselves that she would in and out and travel in and out. In the we see firsthand the inside of many of have to go to town, she basically winter, the residents will actually our Nation’s airports and see firsthand planned for 3 days on either end of her carve a runway into the ice so planes those areas where improvements can trip because weather shuts you in. can land on the ice to deliver essential certainly be made. I was in Fairbanks, AK, on a field products, whether it is food or medi- In my State of Alaska, for some of us hearing for the Energy and Natural Re- cine or the such. Sometimes you can’t the airport is almost as common and sources Committee 2 weeks ago, and it put the runway on the ice because the matter-of-fact as going to the grocery was a quick day trip up and back, but ice has been so compressed and jumbled store. It seems as though we are in and there was no plane that came my way. and you have ice ridges that don’t out of our small airports so much be- In fact, all the planes were grounded in allow for a place to land. Again, you cause it is how we get around. In a Fairbanks because a volcano blew are back to helicopter. State where 80 percent of our commu- about 800 miles to the south and the The good news for the residents of nities are not connected by a road, how winds were strong. It picked up the vol- Little Diomede—and this is thanks to do you get around? How do you get to canic ash and deposited it all the way the good work of my colleague Senator Dillingham? How do you get to Fort from Pavlof Volcano, down in the Aleu- SULLIVAN—Little Diomede will be join- Yukon? Well, you can take a boat. You tians, up to Barrow and down into the ing the other 43 communities in the could take a snow machine in the win- interior of Fairbanks. So what do we State that are part of the Essential Air ter. But the fact is, we fly. We are a do? We don’t panic. I was able to spend Service, and this will help provide flying State. And it is not a matter of the night with my sister, catch up on funding to keep the airport open so flying because it is a vacation or a family stuff, rent a car, and drove the people can continue to live in a place business trip. It is to go see the doctor. 7 hours to Anchorage the next day. It they have lived for generations. It is to go to high school. It is to go to messed up my schedule, but it is a mat- Nowhere in this country is Essential the grocery store—literally to the gro- ter-of-fact part of flying in Alaska. At Air Service so vital. The reason they cery store. So many of the people in the end of that week, I took a quick call it Essential Air Service is because the outlying rural parts of the State supposedly day trip to Kodiak to at- it is essential. In a place like Little will fly to Anchorage so they can shop tend our commercial fishing sympo- Diomede, it is essential. Forty-three at Costco, and instead of taking lug- sium. Halfway through the day, weath- communities in the State of Alaska, gage back home with them, they take er kicked up again. It wasn’t a volcano, compared to 113 across the rest of the toilet paper, diapers, canned goods, and but it was pretty tough winds, rain, country, are in Alaska. Many of these their grocery items. In one community, and fog. While the airport wasn’t shut locations are only accessible by air. As we have kids who literally instead of a down, the airplanes weren’t flying. You with Little Diomede, you don’t have a schoolbus to get to school, they take a find a friend’s house to go camp out for road in, you don’t have a road out. It small plane to fly across the river that the evening, and you hope the skies are truly does make the phrase ‘‘Essential separates their community from the favorable the next day. You don’t want Air Service’’ have meaning. school. to press the weather because when you Another community you have heard We are working to get them a bridge. are in the air and you are flying, you me speak about at great length—and in Some might suggest these are bridges want to be safe. fact we are going be having a hearing to nowhere. We think this is about con- I don’t tell you these stories to be focused on King Cove, AK. King Cove is necting people. Right now it is pretty dramatic about what happens with vol- a community that is at the beginning limited in our ability to move in and canos and weather in Alaska but to of the Aleutian chain. This is a com- out. When we talk about flying, for us speak to how integral air transpor- munity that has no road access in or in Alaska, it is a very matter-of-fact tation is to people in my State. A good out. It is accessible only by plane. It is way to travel. It is no frills. airport, a reliable flight schedule, this an area that suffers from some very You come from a cold State, Mr. is the equivalent of having a good road difficult weather conditions because of President. You know that if you and and a good car on the road. where it sits on the peninsula—the your family are going on a long trip I look very critically and very care- mountains, the ocean. The dynamics out on the road and you are going to be fully at things such as the FAA Reau- are such that it doesn’t allow their in the high mountains and the roads thorization Act because some of what small airport to be open for about one- might be treacherous and it is cold, we deal with in this measure is effec- third of the year. Think about that— you will be smart and you will pack tively a matter of life safety for many getting goods in and out, getting peo- some snow gear in the trunk. You of my constituents. Some of those for ple in and out, getting to safety if might have some emergency supplies whom flight is the only option in my there is a medical emergency. There is there. We do that when we are flying State live in the small community of a small airstrip there in King Cove. It

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We have an opportunity tomorrow cause in 2013 we worked together to Another issue the bill addresses that morning in the Committee on Energy pass the Small Airplane Revitalization I think is really important is human and Natural Resources to shine a spot- Act, and the law requires the FAA to trafficking. During the Commerce light on this issue, to remind people move forward with modernizing the Committee markup, we adopted my that since 1980 we have had 19 people Part 23 safety certification process for Stop Trafficking on Planes Act as an die due to plane crashes or injured resi- small airplanes. Updating the Part 23 amendment. This bill, which Senator dents who have waited for a safe way process—why we brought the bill to- WARNER and I introduced, will require out. I have brought up this issue with gether and passed it—will improve training for flight attendants so they Secretary Jewell so many times I can’t safety, decrease costs, and encourage can recognize and report suspected count it, but she continues to be a innovation for American small air- human trafficking. Flight attendants blockade and refuses to allow a road to plane manufacturers. are on the frontlines in the battle be built so these people can gain safe The bill before us actually builds on against trafficking, and this amend- passage. those efforts by requiring the FAA to ment will ensure they have the train- Since 2013, there have been 42 finish the Part 23 rulemaking by the ing they need to help prevent the hor- medevacs out of King Cove; 16 of them end of the year and make further re- ror and violence women and children carried out by the Coast Guard. This is forms to the certification process. It suffer as victims of human trafficking. one of those examples where if you will also help to ensure greater coordi- Obviously, Senator CORNYN and I led a have people who live in a place where nation with FAA regional officers when significant bill last year on this issue the elements and their geography dic- they interpret and implement FAA to give our law enforcement some bet- tate a level of concern for safety, where rules and regulations so that the avia- ter tools to be able to go after these tion industry has certainty. There are we can provide for safe transportation perpetrators, and this is really a con- also are provisions to help the FAA and systems, where we can provide them tinuation of that work. industry maintain global leadership on the access to the best air transpor- There is another important safety safety at a time when the aviation tation possible, which is over in Cold priority which I am concerned this bill market is becoming increasingly com- Bay, then we should be trying to do does not address. I filed an amendment petitive and global. that. with Senators MORAN and INHOFE to Senator MURKOWSKI and I have simi- The last issue I want to raise with clarify that the Oklahoma City aircraft lar but different interests here. In registry office provides essential serv- the FAA bill that is very important is Alaska, of course, people fly on a lot of ices and should remain open during a all that is going on with unmanned small planes to get places, and in Min- government shutdown. One might won- aerial systems. Alaska is home to one nesota we do the same thing, but we der why the Senator from Minnesota is of the six official FAA sites for un- also make planes. We have one of the concerned about the Oklahoma City manned aerial systems. It is managed biggest domestic manufacturers, Cir- aircraft registry office. The reason for by the University of Alaska Fairbanks. rus, in Duluth, MN, and so we share an the concern is that every aircraft sold The Pan-Pacific UAS Test Range Com- interest in the safety of small planes domestically, exported, or imported to plex is huge. It covers an area from the and also in expediting these safety reg- the United States must be registered Arctic all the way down to the tropics. ulations and getting them approved. It In Alaska, we have six test ranges. I has been taking the FAA a while to do and obtain FAA approval. These reg- think it is fair to say that provides that, so we are really glad this bill be- istrations are vital to the safety of our some pretty unique range for an oppor- fore us, the FAA reauthorization, actu- national airspace system, and they are tunity to conduct experiments. ally includes a deadline so that this all processed by the Oklahoma City In addition to incredible range, the can get done. aircraft registry office. Arctic itself offers a unique oppor- Last week I spoke about the security In addition to the safety risk from tunity for testing our UAS. It is vast. elements of this bill. I am a cosponsor closing the registry office—and that is It is remote. You are away from the of the amendments that we passed to what occurred during the shutdown— congestion of the lower 48. You are in strengthen airport security, improving we saw that it had a devastating eco- different climate conditions. So this is security in nonsecure areas of the air- nomic impact. The company I am talk- something where Alaska truly has been port, such as the check-in and baggage ing about, Cirrus, which makes these leading and pioneering, and we are very claim, and also tightening airline em- jets, had jets lined up in a warehouse proud of that. ployees’ access to secure areas of our for weeks and weeks and weeks—multi- I am encouraged that this bill re- airport. Those are important security million dollar products that were sup- quires the Department of Transpor- advancements and show how we can posed to be sold around the world. tation to develop a plan allowing UAS make bipartisan progress on an impor- They were unable to ship them out be- to operate in designated areas of the tant issue. cause this particular office in Okla- Arctic 24 hours a day and beyond line My airport has been experiencing sig- homa had been shut down. The General of sight. I think this is important not nificant delays in processing pas- Aviation Manufacturers Association only from the research perspective but sengers. There has been a bit of an im- estimates that $1.9 billion worth of air- hopefully for the commercial purposes provement since the Homeland Secu- craft deliveries were delayed during as well. rity TSA Administrator actually came the last shutdown, putting a severe I think it is fair to say there is good out and saw for himself what was going strain on many general aviation manu- work, strong work that has gone into on, and as a result, they gave us addi- facturers and their employees. this FAA reauthorization. I commend tional dog teams—similar to what we The Oklahoma City aircraft registry the chairman of the Commerce Com- are talking about in this bill—to help office is vital to the safety of our na- mittee, Senator THUNE, for his leader- us with security. In this case they also tional airspace system and the eco- ship, and I look forward to its passage walk the longer lines of passengers. nomic well-being of our aviation sec- in the very short term. I will certainly Once they are able to use the dogs, tor. An entire sector was shut down be- stand in support of that measure. which are highly efficient and good, it cause they couldn’t get approval to I yield the floor. will help to expedite the lines because keep selling their planes for a number The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the passengers become the equivalent of weeks. I urge my colleagues to sup- ator from Minnesota. of a precheck passenger, and they can port my amendment to ensure that MS. KLOBUCHAR. Mr. President, I move them along faster. this important office remains open in rise to speak in support of the Federal When I first heard we were getting a case we have another shutdown, which Aviation Administration Reauthoriza- few dog teams, I wasn’t sure if that we all hope does not occur.

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This bill will By the way, Captain Sully That means we have lost more than close the so-called cargo carve-out. Sullenberger did an event yesterday 3,800 Americans to drug overdoses since There is absolutely no reason to ex- with Senator BOXER and me. He feels the legislation passed the Senate. We empt cargo pilots from the stronger strongly about this issue. He was the can’t wait. We have to move, and we pilot fatigue rules that we all passed one who made that miraculous landing have to move quickly on this because and Congress mandated after the tragic in New York. He stood with us and a it is an epidemic. 2009 crash of Colgan Flight 3407 outside bunch of pilots and said there is abso- The experts say that from 2000 to of Buffalo. lutely no difference between flying 2014, the rate of overdose deaths dou- I met those family members, I have cargo and flying people; it is just a dif- bled, leaving nearly half a million seen the tragedy, and I have talked to ferent kind of cargo. Americans dead from drug overdoses. others who have been in other crashes I look forward to continuing to work That is why we call it an epidemic. that were the results of pilot fatigue. on these amendments, and I urge my In Ohio alone, we have lost 160 Ohio- We had our own tragic air crash in colleagues to support this long-term ans since the Senate passed CARA. Minnesota when Senator Paul FAA reauthorization and avoid the un- Since 2007, drug overdoses have killed Wellstone and his wife Sheila died in a certainty of further short-term exten- more Ohioans than car accidents. Car small airplane, not a commercial air- sions. I hope we will be able to have a accidents used to be the No. 1 cause of plane, due to pilot error. That pilot vote on this very important safety accidental deaths in Ohio, and now it is supposedly had not slept for a long amendment. drug overdoses. It is probably true in time, and so we have seen this in my I yield the floor. your State too. own State. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- According to the Centers for Disease Cargo airline operations share the ator from Ohio. Control, CDC, Ohio now has the fifth same airspace as passenger airplanes, COMPREHENSIVE ADDICTION AND RECOVERY BILL highest overdose death rate in the the same runways, and the same air- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. President, I rise country—top five, not something to be ports as the rest of the airline industry once again to talk about the urgency of proud of. Statewide, overdose deaths and the flying public. A tired pilot is a our passing the Comprehensive Addic- more than tripled from 1999 to 2010. We danger not only to himself or herself tion and Recovery Act in the House of have been told that over 200,000 Ohio- but to others in the air and to those on Representatives. This is legislation ans are addicted to opioids right now. the ground. that passed the Senate with a 94-to-1 It is not slowing down. Unfortunately, This issue is a top priority at NTSB. vote about a month ago. In fact, the this crisis continues, and therefore our They want to have this loophole closed, Senator from Minnesota, who just response cannot slow down. In fact, it and I don’t know how it could be more spoke, Ms. KLOBUCHAR, is one of the needs to speed up. telling than this dialogue. This hap- four original cosponsors of this legisla- Washington is not going to solve this pened in 2013 when two cargo airline pi- tion. She is one of those who feels so problem. It will be solved in our com- lots were tragically killed in a crash passionately about it, along with Sen- munities back home, but we can help. near the airport in Birmingham, AL. I ator WHITEHOUSE and Senator AYOTTE. We can be better partners, and that is will read an excerpt, which is right When this came bill came up for a what the Comprehensive Addiction and here on the chart, from the cockpit vote, all but one Senator said that this Recovery Act, CARA, does. It makes voice recorder on that flight. These is important, it is urgent, and we need Washington a better partner to be able were the two pilots speaking to each to address it. Passing it in the Senate to save lives. other just 20 minutes before this flight with that kind of a vote meant that Last week I talked about how it is af- went down. the House of Representatives would fecting one of our cities in Ohio— Pilot 1: I mean, I don’t get that. You know, likely take it up quickly, partly be- Cleveland, OH. I would like to update it should be one level of safety for every- cause over the last 3 years we worked everybody here and my colleagues in body. with the House. We didn’t just make the House about what is happening in They are actually discussing the fact this bipartisan, we made it non- Cleveland, OH. From March 10, which that these rules don’t apply to them. partisan. We didn’t just make it a Sen- was the day we passed CARA, to March They are not protected. They don’t ate project, we made it a House-Senate 27, the latest date for which we have have the 8-hour flying rule, and then project. It was bicameral. We intro- statistics, 29 people died from they can rest. duced the same legislation in the Sen- overdoses, and that is in one 17-day pe- ate that they introduced in the House. riod in one city. Over the course of one Pilot 2: It makes no sense at all. Pilot 1: No it doesn’t at all. I believe there are 119 cosponsors of long weekend during that period, eight Pilot 2: And to be honest, it should be that bill in the House. men and four women died of overdoses. across the board. To be honest in my opinion It has been subject to a lot of hear- During one long weekend in one city, whether you are flying passengers or cargo ings over here. It has been subject to 12 Ohioans overdosed, which included a . . . if you’re flying this time of day— five different summits here in Wash- 21-year-old and a 64-year-old. Some of They often fly in the evenings— ington, DC. We brought experts from the victims were White, some of the you know fatigue is definitely . . . all over the country to tell us what to victims were African American, some Pilot 1: Yeah . . . yeah . . . yeah . . . do. We don’t have all the best ideas of the victims were from the suburbs, Pilot 2: When my alarm went off I mean here in Washington, so we got the ideas and some of the victims from were I’m thinkin’ I’m so tired. from around the country. One reason from the inner city. This is affecting Pilot 1: I know. the legislation got this strong vote of all ages, all races, all backgrounds, and Twenty minutes later, this plane 94 to 1 in the Senate is that it does ad- all ZIP Codes. crashed, and both of the pilots were dress the problems people see in their Some of you may have heard the killed. We shouldn’t have to wait for communities. story of Jeremy Wilder. He is from more tragedies before we close this gap I want the House to act on this be- Portsmouth, OH, one of the areas that in aviation safety. cause it is so urgent. This legislation is hardest hit in Ohio. I urge all my colleagues to support will help right away in terms of help- In Portsmouth, OH, we had a town- Senator BOXER’s amendment and cre- ing to prevent drug abuse, helping hall meeting 6 years ago. I brought in ate a uniform rest standard for all pi- young people to make the right deci- the drug czar and law enforcement offi- lots. I don’t know how much clearer it sions, and helping people get into cials to deal with the prescription drug can be when the actual pilots who treatment and recovery which is evi- epidemic that was exploding at that crashed were discussing the fact that dence-based and works, rather than point. As we made more progress on

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Communities are taking action. to the President’s desk for his signa- told National Public Radio this: Ohio is taking action. Other States are ture. This is close to being a historic I sold dope to cops, I sold dope to lawyers, taking action. The Senate has taken achievement for this Congress and, I sold dope to doctors. I had a cop that used action by a 94-to-1 vote. That means it much more importantly, for the Amer- to drive me to my drug connection—rich is now time for the House of Represent- ican people. It is really one vote kids. I had two good friends that were very atives to take action. Right now, the away—one vote away—on the floor of wealthy, and because of their addiction, House version of CARA has 113 cospon- the House of Representatives. their parents have nothing today because sors. I will tell my colleagues why it is their children just drained them. This bill was written together with going to pass. It is going to pass be- That was on National Public Radio. us, on a bipartisan, bicameral basis, to cause Senators from every State in the There is no demographic, no State, ensure that we could get this legisla- Union representing every single con- no city, no county that is safe from tion through to the President for sig- gressional district supported this bill. this epidemic. nature and get it out to our commu- It has the support, more importantly, One of the big issues we have now in nities to begin helping to avoid not from groups all over the country, in- Ohio is heroin laced with what is called just these overdose deaths but all the cluding 130 different organizations, fentanyl, which is an even more power- dislocations occurring because of this stakeholders, the people who represent ful drug. In 2013, five people in Cleve- epidemic, all the families and all the those who are in the trenches dealing land died of overdoses of fentanyl, communities that are being torn apart with treatment, in the trenches dealing which we are told is up to 100 times and devastated. Prosecutors in Ohio with prevention. Our law enforcement more potent than heroin, depending on told me 80 percent of crime is related community—the Fraternal Order of the fentanyl. In 2014, that number in- to this opiate addiction issue. Police, the National Sheriffs’ Associa- creased by more than 700 percent. So I know the House majority leader has tion—they all endorse this legislation. from 2013 to 2014, a 700-percent increase said he wants the House to take on this These groups understand what is need- to 37 people dying. Last year, by the drug epidemic and pass legislation ed, and they want this help now. way, that number more than doubled sometime this month. I appreciate This is a unique opportunity for us to to 89 people dying of fentanyl that, and I know he is sincere. I move forward. In this political year, in overdoses. watched the Republican weekly address this partisan atmosphere, this is one Over the weekend—4 weeks after the by Congressman BOB DOLD of Illinois. issue that should not have any par- Senate passed CARA—in the middle of He did a very good job. It is clear to me tisanship to it at all. It should just get the day, a man overdosed and died at a that he is passionate about this issue, done. McDonald’s in a suburban community and I appreciate his advocacy on behalf Senator WHITEHOUSE and I crafted outside of Cleveland in front of a lot of of those who need our help. But I would this legislation together, again work- people, and there was a lot of media say that I didn’t notice any hearings or ing with others in the Chamber, as we coverage as a result. markups this week. talked about earlier. We drafted it with In Franklin County, annual overdose We passed this legislation in the Sen- a lot of different stakeholders from deaths have nearly quadrupled in the ate. It has been subject to all kinds of around the country, holding five fo- last decade. scrutiny and hearings, and it passed rums on various aspects of this debate. In Toledo, we lost 214 people to with a 94-to-1 vote. Are there other These forums were here in Washington, overdoses last year—a 50-percent in- ideas? Of course there are, and that is but we brought in experts from all over crease in just 1 year. We think now fine. But we know these ideas work: the country, knowing that is where the that some 10,000 people in the area are better prevention; better education; best ideas are going to be. addicted to heroin or opioids. more people in treatment and in recov- The best practices around the coun- People in Akron have been heart- ery that is actually evidenced-based, try are represented in the legislation. broken over the story of Andrew Frye. and it works; helping police officers to We have done this. We have done the Andrew’s mom was a heroin addict. An- have the Narcan they need to save factfinding. We have consulted with drew, his mom, and his grandmother lives—this miracle drug that can stop the experts—with the doctors, law en- all did heroin. Last week, Andrew’s an overdose from turning into a death; forcement, the patients in recovery, mom found him dead at the age of 16 in helping to ensure that prescription with the drug experts in the Obama ad- a Summit County hotel room. That drugs are taken off the bathroom ministration, including the White was his last week, 16 years old. shelves; stopping this overprescribing House Office of National Drug Control Summit County, by the way, where by having a drug-monitoring program Policy, including the Department of Akron is located, has seen its overdose because most people who are hooked on Health and Human Services and the death rate double in just 5 years. heroin started with prescription drugs. Department of Justice. We brought in I think we get the picture. This is We know these things. This legislation people from all over, and they agree clearly a growing epidemic. It is a does this. that this is where we can make problem that must be addressed. As I It provides around $80 million in ad- progress and make progress now. have said, no ZIP Code, no congres- ditional funding going forward. That That work is important. It should sional district is safe from this threat. funding is needed, again, to be a part- not be ignored. But much more impor- In Ohio, we understand that. Just in ner with State and local governments tant is the fact that people out there the last few weeks, there have been and nonprofits, not to take their place. are waiting for us. They are waiting for summits on this issue in Cincinnati, in We know this. us to act. Thousands of veterans, preg- Middletown, in Cedarville, OH. Again, Let’s get this legislation passed. nant women, and first responders are suburban, rural, and inner city commu- Let’s move this legislation separately. waiting because this legislation affects nities are all affected. It can be sent to the President’s desk all of them. Every single one of these On March 23, nearly 2 weeks after next week. We can begin to make groups would benefit from CARA, and CARA passed, the Franklin County progress now. If there are other ideas, they want it now. coroner, Dr. Anahi Ortiz, convened the that is great; send them over here and Think about the peace of mind we Franklin County Opiate Crisis Sum- we will work on them. We will work on could give parents by expanding pre- mit. She says she has seen children as our own ideas. There is always more to vention and educational efforts to pre- young as 14 die of drug overdoses. She do on this issue. Unfortunately, there vent prescription and opioid abuse and has seen toddlers and seniors alike die is always more to do. the use of heroin so that their kids

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CARA couple of weeks ago meeting with even if that means continuing to come could give them some peace of mind. women who are now reunited with out here on the floor every week and CARA would increase drug disposal their children for the first time in continuing to do everything I can, in- sites to keep these medications—these years because they have taken the cluding making calls, as I did yester- prescription drugs and pain killers— brave and courageous step to get into day, over to the House of Representa- from getting into the wrong hands. We treatment. This grip of addiction is tives; including talking to my col- are already told by the Centers for Dis- very difficult. It is very difficult to es- leagues personally; and including tell- ease Control that the amount of pre- cape from, but they have done it. They ing some of these stories I have told scription opioids sold in the United are now in long-term recovery. They today. People’s lives are at stake. We States nearly quadrupled since 1999; are back at work. They have the dig- have to move this legislation. We need yet there has not been an overall nity and self-respect that come with to get it to the President’s desk. He change in the amount of pain Ameri- taking care of their family and being will sign it. And it can then begin to cans report. So how do we explain this at work. make a real difference for the families dramatic increase in prescriptions? On March 29, 19 days after we passed we represent who are so affected by Some of these drugs are being abused, CARA, the President spoke at the Na- this epidemic. or sold on the street to addicts. A sur- tional Prescription Drug Abuse and Thank you, Mr. President. vey in 2013 found that 4.5 million Amer- Heroin Summit in Atlanta, GA. At that I yield the floor. icans use opioids for nonmedical pur- summit we heard from Crystal Oertle I suggest the absence of a quorum. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. LEE). poses. CARA would help make sure of Shelby, OH. She told her story of The clerk will call the roll. that prescription drugs don’t get into trying Vicodin because someone of- The senior assistant legislative clerk fered it to her. She became addicted be- the wrong hands. And set up the drug- proceeded to call the roll. monitoring program to better know cause she tried it once. Eventually she Mrs. FISCHER. Mr. President, I ask who is getting these drugs and why and needed something stronger and strong- unanimous consent that the order for be able to stop the inappropriate use. er, and pills weren’t always available the quorum call be rescinded. CARA would create law enforcement and they were more expensive. Heroin The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without task forces to combat heroin and meth- was more readily available and cheap- objection, it is so ordered. amphetamine and expand the avail- er, so she started using heroin. She UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST—S. 2200 ability of naloxone and Narcan to our would drive an hour to Columbus, OH, Mrs. FISCHER. Mr. President, yes- law enforcement and first responders. with her 2-year-old daughter every day terday many Members of the Senate They know how important that is. to get her heroin. Her addiction drove came down to the floor to discuss the They know that if they had more train- her to theft. Her family supported her importance of equal pay for equal ing and more availability, they could and begged her to get help. She is now work. save more lives. Again, that is why law being treated. She is more than 1 year Republicans remain committed to enforcement, including the Fraternal sober. She is part of an outreach pro- enforcing our equal pay laws and pre- Order of Police, supports this legisla- gram, the Urban Minorities Alcohol venting discrimination. We all believe tion. Thank God we have them out and Abuse Outreach Program. She is wage transparency is an important there. If you talk to your police offi- taking opiate blockers, drugs that ac- tool, and we agree that employees have cers and firefighters, you will find that tually block the effects of opiates. This a right to freely discuss their com- they are doing this work every single is exciting new medication. She is get- pensation without the fear of retalia- day. They are intervening and saving ting counseling. She is part of a sup- tion. This transparency will allow em- lives every single day in your commu- port group with other people in treat- ployers and employees to identify what nity. ment. It is working. It is working for trends or factors exist and how they They know that this addiction epi- her, and it is working for many other are actually contributing to wage dis- demic is driving lots of other crime Americans. She is dedicating herself to parities. too. It causes thefts, violence, and eliminating the stigma around addic- No meaningful change to overcoming human trafficking. Last month in Co- tion to get more people to step forward the opportunity gap can occur without lumbus, I met with a group of traf- and to get into treatment because she this knowledge. We have bipartisan ficking victims. These were women. knows that if you treat addiction like agreement that preventing retaliation They all told me the same thing, which other diseases, it will have an impact will empower American workers and is that their pimps, their traffickers, on that stigma, more people will come will enable them to negotiate more ef- got them hooked on heroin and then forward, and more people will be able fectively for the wages that they have trafficked them, and in each case they to get their lives back on track. earned. Protecting employees from re- were trafficked on this Web site: There is hope. Addiction is treatable. taliation is an issue that all of us, backpage.com. This drug issue and We are told that 9 out of 10 people who Democrats and Republicans, can agree human trafficking are definitely re- need treatment aren’t getting it. on. Today we have a unique oppor- lated. Again, this is one reason CARA is so tunity to pass a bill that will strength- We are told by law enforcement that important: It will get more people into en our Nation’s equal pay laws for the so much of the crime—the majority of treatment. first time in over 50 years. Today we the crime in our State has been driven As I said before, I take the House have a chance to make a difference for by this drug addiction. leadership at their word when they say American workers. There are so many heartbreaking they would like to move this legisla- Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- stories, but there are also stories of tion and move it through regular order. sent that the Senate proceed to the im- hope. I have heard them firsthand. I I understand that, but I will say this: mediate consideration of Calendar No. have met people who have been in re- They need to move and they need to 278, S. 2200. I ask consent that the bill covery, who have made it through to move quickly because of the urgency of be read a third time and passed and the other side. So part of what this leg- this issue, because of the fact that in that the motion to reconsider be con- islation is saying is that this addiction their communities and in the commu- sidered made and laid upon the table. issue is an illness. Addiction is an ill- nities represented here on the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there ness and, like other illnesses, needs to floor, which is every community in objection? be treated that way. It is a disease. But America—every single State here has a Mrs. MURRAY. I object. also, part of our legislation is saying U.S. Senator who supports this legisla- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- that there is hope. We have seen where tion. tion is heard. treatment and recovery that is evi- People are waiting. They need the The Senator from Washington. denced-based can work to get people’s help. We can provide the help. We can UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST—S. 862 lives back on track, to bring families make the Federal Government a better Mrs. MURRAY. Mr. President, the back together. partner. We can deal with this crisis. bill my colleague from Nebraska is

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It is colleague speaks of will inhibit em- tion, we should instead pass Senator not bipartisan. By contrast, before Re- ployers’ ability to establish merit- MIKULSKI’s Paycheck Fairness Act be- publicans politicized equal pay for based pay systems, and it will inhibit cause today women across the country equal work, the Paycheck Fairness Act employees’ ability to negotiate flexible make just 79 cents for every $1 a man actually passed the House of Rep- work arrangements. makes. This is an issue that Democrats resentatives in both 2008 and 2009 with The Independent Women’s Forum re- have been focused on for years. I am bipartisan support. Unfortunately, cently conducted a study on what mat- glad at least some Republicans finally since then, some Republicans have de- ters to women when they choose a job. recognize there is a wage gap problem, cided to make the wage gap about poli- They found that flexibility was a com- and I welcome their support for fixing tics and blocked it in the Senate. So mon theme. Whether providing flexible this systemic problem. Unfortunately, today I am glad Republicans do agree scheduling or offering alternatives like the Republican proposal that is offered with us that this is an urgent problem. telecommuting, women value flexi- today will not provide the solutions We need real solutions to address it. bility, and they value it at about the working women need. That is why I object to the Fischer same level as receiving 10 paid vaca- Many companies prohibit workers bill, and I urge my colleagues to sup- tion and sick days or receiving $5,000 to from discussing their pay. So if a port the Paycheck Fairness Act that $10,000 in extra income. This is impor- woman talks with her male colleague would tackle pay discrimination head- tant to women. We should be doing it. about their salary and discovers there on. The survey showed what many of us is a wage gap, her employer could fire Therefore, I ask unanimous consent already know. Every situation is dif- her or retaliate in some other way. The that the HELP Committee be dis- ferent, and by providing more options, Republican bill would make it illegal charged from further consideration of workers can negotiate work arrange- for an employer to retaliate against S. 862, the Paycheck Fairness Act; that ments that can suit their own par- workers for discussing salary but only the Senate proceed to its immediate ticular needs. when those conversations are for the consideration; that the bill be read a With these concerns in mind, I ob- express purpose of finding out if the third time and passed; and that the ject. employer is providing equal pay for motion to reconsider be considered The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- equal work. made and laid upon the table with no tion is heard. Nonretaliation is only one small part intervening action or debate. Mrs. FISCHER. I suggest the absence of the wage gap problem. It doesn’t The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there of a quorum. provide nearly enough protections to objection? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The actually make a difference in closing The Senator from Wisconsin. clerk will call the roll. the pay gap. In today’s workplace, Mrs. FISCHER. Mr. President, re- The legislative clerk proceeded to many workers find out about pay dis- serving the right to object. call the roll. crimination by accident. Maybe they I have heard many times from my Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I ask see a spreadsheet that was left on a friends on the other side of the aisle unanimous consent that the order for copy machine or maybe a male col- that my proposal doesn’t go far the quorum call be rescinded. league’s salary comes up in casual con- enough. Respectfully, I believe some of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without versation, but in these circumstances, the provisions of the Paycheck Fair- objection, it is so ordered. any worker who attempts to address ness Act go too far. I take issue with Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I ask the problem would have no protections the accusation from those who wrongly unanimous consent to enter into a col- from retaliation under this bill. The assert that my bill will make it harder loquy with the Senators from Min- only way to qualify for these limited for women to discuss wage discrimina- nesota and Connecticut. protections is if a woman uses the tion. I understand that my nonretalia- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without magic words that pass a legal test tion language is different from the objection, it is so ordered. when discussing equal pay with her col- Paycheck Fairness Act, but the intent IRAN leagues. and the effect are the same. My bill Mr. COONS. Mr. President, in the It is even worse than that. This bill will protect women and men from re- months since world powers reached an can give workers a false sense of secu- taliation when they learn about or agreement to block Iran’s pathway to rity that their conversations about seek out information about how their building a nuclear weapon, Iran’s be- equal pay are protected, when instead compensation compares with other em- havior has given the international women can still be reprimanded or, ployees. community reasons for both some opti- worse, lose their jobs altogether for It is clear there is common ground to mism and continuing, serious concern. finding out their male colleagues earn make progress on equal pay when it The positive news has been that Iran more than them. So this Republican comes to wage transparency. Every has taken some real steps to restrain bill wouldn’t even solve the one narrow Senate Republican is on board with its nuclear programs. It has disabled problem it is trying to address. this proposal. It is a needed update to two of its short-term pathways to pro- Thankfully, we do have a bill that our equal pay laws. In 2014, every Sen- ducing weapons-grade material by ship- would address the wage gap. It is the ate Democrat welcomed a more limited ping nearly its entire stockpile of en- Paycheck Fairness Act that Senator but similar Executive order that was riched uranium out of the country and MIKULSKI has championed. The Pay- issued by President Obama that per- by filling its plutonium reactor with check Fairness Act would make it un- tained only to Federal workers. concrete. lawful for employers to retaliate My Workplace Advancement Act goes Iran has reduced its number of func- against workers for discussing pay, pe- further. It protects all Americans. tioning uranium-enrichment cen- riod. It wouldn’t involve a complicated Moreover, it is bipartisan. Five Senate trifuges by two-thirds, and the country legal test like the Republican proposal, Democrats are already on the record in has provided international inspectors and the Paycheck Fairness Act would support of this plan. So why do my 24/7 access to continuously monitor all help close the wage gap in so many im- friends from the other side of the aisle of Iran’s declared facilities. These are portant ways. not now support my bill? positive developments. Yet, at the If a woman finds out her male col- Colleagues, this is an issue we can same time, Iran continues to engage in leagues are paid more for the same agree on. It is clear my legislation en- deeply concerning activities, such as work, the Paycheck Fairness Act backs joys bipartisan support, and it can support for terrorism and efforts to fo- her up. It would empower women to ne- make meaningful progress for Amer- ment instability in the Middle East, to

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I am honored not only in Persian but in Hebrew, was While negotiations remain ongoing to have the company of my friend, the designed to directly threaten Israel. between the United States and Israel senior Senator from Connecticut, Mr. That is hardly speculation. regarding the historic renewal of the BLUMENTHAL, who joins me in address- It should not be tolerated by any Na- MOU, I want to express that I continue ing why Russia’s refusal to condemn tion. Even worse than Russia’s refusal to support making the MOU a truly Iran’s bad behavior—and, in fact, in to condemn Iran’s ballistic missile transformational investment to deepen some ways encouraging it—poses huge tests, is that Russia has essentially re- the U.S.-Israel strategic partnership. It security risks for our allies in the Mid- warded Iran for its bad behavior by is based on a shared understanding of dle East. continuing—even increasing—its co- the environment that confronts Israel I would now like to yield, if I could, operation with Iran through military and the United States together. Russia to my colleague from Connecticut. deals. is only exacerbating the threats in the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- In February, Iran’s Defense Minister region to our partnership—the United ator from Connecticut. visited Moscow to discuss purchasing States and Israel—as well as to each of Mr. BLUMENTHAL. Mr. President, I an array of weapons. Any sale of major our nations. want to express my gratitude to my combat systems to Iran in the next 5 The Russian-Iranian cooperation le- friend from Delaware, who is truly an years would require approval by the gitimizes and strengthens Tehran’s ad- expert on this issue, as a member of U.N. Security Council under Resolu- venturism, as well as the Assad regime the Foreign Relations Committee. He tion 2231. But the United States has in Syria, and threatens international has been a leader in this area, and I am made it clear that such a sale will not security. Moscow’s affair with Tehran delighted and honored to join him on be supported. Therefore, it will not be and beyond has brought Russian mili- the floor today to discuss the ever- approved by the U.N. Security Council. tary might to a network of terrorism evolving and concerning cooperation Media reports in recent weeks have that we must continue to monitor between Russia and Iran, particularly highlighted Russia’s shipment of parts closely and work to combat for the in recent months. He has very elo- of an S–300 air defense system to Iran. safety and security of the United quently and persuasively described a In addition, Russia and Iran are sup- States. It is our security and it is number of the concerns that we share. posedly in talks over Sukhoi fighter Israel’s security that is at stake, and I want to associate myself with what jets. If such sales are finalized and the the entire international community’s he has said here this afternoon. systems are delivered, Russia would be security. I again thank my colleague from As we all know, Iran has conducted directly defying U.N. Resolution 2231. Delaware for giving me this time and multiple ballistic tests in the last sev- Supplying weapons to Iran is particu- his patience in hearing me out. I look eral months. That is beyond question. I larly dangerous and potentially dam- forward to working with him and other have continuously condemned both aging because it is not done in a vacu- colleagues who are concerned about the Iran’s ongoing ballistic program and um. Russia’s growing partnership has Russian-Iranian cooperation. They are Iran’s failure to uphold its inter- far-reaching ramifications because certainly deeply concerning. I thank national obligations under the U.N. Se- Hezbollah, Iran’s terrorist proxy in him again for his leadership and vision curity Council resolutions by calling Lebanon, also benefits, at least indi- on this topic. for sanctions enforcement at the rectly, from Russian arms and military Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I thank Armed Services Committee hearings operational experience in Syria. my colleague from Connecticut—who and in letters to the administration The flow of support from Russia to has been determined, engaged, and and in public statements. Iran to Hezbollah feeds into yet an- thoughtful—for his wise words today We have been steadfast in this effort. other threat that deeply concerns me and for his persistence and his efforts While the administration has heeded and our greatest ally in the Middle in making sure that our colleagues on my calls by enforcing sanctions against East and one of our greatest in the both sides of the aisle are aware of 11 entities and individuals supporting world, Israel. Coupled with continued alarming developments in the region Iran’s missile program, clearly more chaos in the region, the Russian-Ira- and continuing to do everything we can must be done. The United States and nian cooperation, which strengthens in a responsible and bipartisan way to the international community must Hezbollah, only adds to the urgency support Israel’s security through the vigilantly enforce sanctions on Iran’s and importance of ensuring that Israel MOU, which he has referenced and on ballistic development, as well as its remains secure, stable, and inde- which he led a letter about the impor- state sponsorship of terrorism and pendent. tance of a prompt and supportive re- human rights violations which con- Last November, Senator BENNET and negotiation of that MOU, and calling tinue day in and day out. I co-led a letter to the President con- attention to Russia’s destabilizing ac- These steps must be taken to hold cerning the need to renew the memo- tions. this regime accountable and prevent randum of understanding on U.S. mili- As Senator BLUMENTHAL just ref- Tehran from believing it can violate tary assistance—the MOU, as it is erenced, recent reports convey that international law with impunity. Noth- known—with Israel to help that nation Iran is reporting that Russia has al- ing less is at stake here than that prin- prepare for, respond to, and defend ready delivered parts of this S–300 ciple. Yet Russia has refused to punish against threats in an uncertain re- weapons system—a defense system, Iran. As a world power and permanent gional environment and to ensure its they claim, but a weapons system that member of the U.N. Security Council, qualitative military edge. There is would significantly change the re- Russia can and must be doing more to nothing original or novel about that gional balance of power. counter Iran’s destructive deeds, in- policy or principle. I again thank my colleague from cluding ensuring that Iran abides by The current MOU provides $30 billion Connecticut for being shoulder-to- U.N. Security Council Resolution 2231. in assistance to Israel through fiscal shoulder with me on the floor today This resolution calls on Iran ‘‘not to year 2018. As threats in the region con- and in the months and years behind us undertake any activity related to bal- tinue to evolve, including Iran’s malign and the months and years ahead of us listic missiles designed to be capable of influence, reinforced and enabled by because it will be a longstanding chal- delivering nuclear weapons, including Russia, the administration must en- lenge to keep the Members of this body launches, using ballistic missile tech- gage at the highest levels to continue and folks in Washington focused on the nology.’’ That is a quote. That man- to develop a shared understanding of very real threat to America’s security date applies for up to 8 years from the threats confronting Israel by strength- and Israel’s security that is presented JCPOA’s adoption day, October 18, 2005. ening the MOU that serves as the foun- by Iran and its actions.

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Force. tion convinced that Russia will con- Last summer, when the United Currently, Iran fields an outdated tinue to stand in the way of the inter- States came together with the United mix of antiquated Russian, Iraqi, national community’s efforts to penal- Kingdom, France, Germany, and Rus- American, and Chinese-built aircraft. ize Iran for its ballistic missile tests. sia to reach an agreement with Iran to Many of these planes date from the Russia’s military sales to Iran and block their pathway to build a nuclear Cold War. One particularly advanced intransigence at the U.N. Security weapon, the international community variety of this Russian jet, for exam- Council are disappointing, to say the was clear that the success of this deal ple, is armed with air-to-air, anti-ship, least, in light of Russia’s agreement to relied on every signatory keeping its and land attack missiles and bombs— the terms of this nuclear deal and the word and doing its part to prevent Iran precision munitions that would signifi- importance of all of us working to- from violating the deal. cantly increase the performance capa- gether in the international community The responsibility to enforce the bilities of the Iranian Air Force. They to constrain Iran’s bad behavior. terms of the JCPOA goes hand-in-hand could target other fighter aircraft, sta- The challenge for American diplo- with an understanding that world pow- tionary military facilities, and naval macy is to convince Russia that its ers must also push back on Iran’s bad vessels. In the hands of Iran, these military sales to Iran, its refusal to en- behavior outside the four corners of fighter jets would fundamentally gage in multilateral action to punish this agreement—specifically, its sup- change the balance of power in the Iranian ballistic missile tests, and its port for terrorism, its continued illegal Middle East and pose a threat to U.S. hesitancy to sanction Iran for sup- ballistic missile tests, and its human facilities and our local allies. porting terrorist groups harm not only rights violations. More concerning, according to some American interests but Russian inter- Despite its participation in the nego- reports, Iran is seeking not just to buy ests as well. tiations that led to the agreement, these aircraft but also to license their Enabling Iran to strengthen its mili- Russia reportedly plans to sell missile production in Iran, which would great- tary capabilities makes it easier for systems to the still-dangerous Iranian ly strengthen Iran’s industrial base and Iran in the future to one day return to regime, as well as—as referenced by its technical knowledge. It would also an effort to develop a nuclear weapon. Senator BLUMENTHAL—advanced fight- leave the international community Ballistic missile tests foment insta- er jets. Russia also continues to block with even fewer options to prevent Ira- bility in the whole Persian Gulf and the U.N. Security Council from taking nian access to this technology in the southern Europe, both of which lie action—necessary and responsible ac- future. close to Russia. As we have tragically tion—after Iran’s recent illegal missile At a recent Senate Foreign Relations seen in recent weeks, the scourge of tests, which contravene its commit- Committee hearing, Tom Shannon, the modern terrorism does not abide by ments under U.N. Security Council res- Under Secretary of State for Political international borders and poses a real olution 2231. Affairs, said the United States would threat to Russia as well. Despite the divisions that have ‘‘block the approval of fighter’’ aircraft In the coming months and years, the brought Congress to a standstill in re- sales from Russia to Iran. I urge the United States must continue to pursue cent years, I am confident that we all Obama administration to use all diplo- action at the Security Council and agree on one thing: that Iran must not matic measures available to it to en- work with our European allies to pun- be allowed to develop a nuclear weap- sure that we fulfill Under Secretary ish Iran for its bad behavior. on. I continue to believe the JCPOA Shannon’s commitment. With that, I yield to my friend the represents the least bad option for As my colleagues know, Iran could senior Senator from Minnesota, who blocking Iran’s pathway to a nuclear use these weapons to threaten U.S. as- has just joined me for the colloquy. bomb. sets in the Persian Gulf region, chal- Senator KLOBUCHAR has joined me to In recent months, as I have said, Rus- lenge the safety of our vital ally Israel talk about the importance of con- sia has repeatedly undermined the spir- and other close partners, or to protect tinuing to work to hold Iran account- it of that agreement, using the JCPOA illicit nuclear sites within Iran’s bor- able under the JCPOA, to urge a need as an excuse to proceed with dangerous ders. These threats are not just hypo- to confirm senior national security and provocative sales of allegedly de- thetical. Iran remains a rogue and un- nominees, and the imperative to sup- fensive equipment to Iran. According predictable regime that supports ter- port our regional partners, especially to news reports, as I said, Russia has rorism in the region and is publically of our ally Israel. begun delivering parts of the S–300 sur- committed to the destruction of valley. Senator KLOBUCHAR. face-to-air missile system to Iran. Al- The international community cannot The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- though it is unclear how much of that stand by while Iran continues to ator from Minnesota. system has already been delivered, the threaten our allies and destabilize the Ms. KLOBUCHAR. Mr. President, I five S–300 systems Russia has promised Middle East. Its illegal ballistic missile thank Senator COONS for his work. As to Iran would contain 40 launchers, tests in March served as yet another he stated, Russia’s actions are very which could shoot down missiles or air- example that the Iranian regime is not harmful in the effort to bring peace in craft as far as 90 miles away. One a responsible member of the inter- the Middle East. Russia reportedly version of the S–300 currently in use by national community. These tests help plans to sell advanced aircraft and mis- the Russian military can travel nearly Iran to further develop missiles capa- sile systems to Iran, as Senator COONS 250 miles at five times the speed of ble of reaching most of the Middle East noted, and may begin making these sound. In a worst-case scenario, if Iran and even parts of Europe, and they de- shipments in the next few days. These backs out of the nuclear deal, this S– stabilize the region and belie Iran’s weapons could be used to destabilize 300 system would substantially limit supposedly peaceful intentions, stated the region and threaten the security of the international community’s options often by both its President and Foreign our allies, especially Israel. to act to prevent Iran from developing Minister. They claim Iran’s intentions Russia also continues to block the a nuclear weapon. are to serve as a responsible member of U.N. Security Council from taking ac- That is not all, though. Recent news the international community, but tion in response to Iran’s recent illegal reports indicate Russia and Iran are ac- these provocative missile tests clearly missile tests. These actions can only tively negotiating an agreement to contradict their commitments under embolden Iran and encourage Iran to allow Iran to purchase an unknown U.N. Security Council resolution 2231 disregard its commitment. number of Sukhoi Su-30 fighter jets— and demand a response. Russia, as a JCPOA country, a world similar to the one pictured here—some Last week I met with Vitaly power, and a member of the U.N. Secu- of the most advanced fighter jets avail- Churkin, the Russian Ambassador to rity Council, needs to be convinced able in the world. Although it is un- the United Nations. While Ambassador that it is in its best interests and in

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It is that simple. enforce Iran’s commitments under the the flow of terrorist financing and use The United States needs to limit Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action every tool available to punish bad ac- Iran’s destabilizing activity in the re- and also to confirm nominees for posi- tors who seek to do harm. But it is also gion. We need to give our allies in the tions vital to national security and to important for Iran to understand that region the support they need. As the support our allies in the Mid East. Pre- we will not hesitate to snap back sanc- Administration negotiates a new venting Iran from obtaining a nuclear tions if Iran fails to comply its com- Memorandum of Understanding for se- weapon is one of the most important mitments under the JCPOA. Sanctions curity assistance to Israel, I, along objectives of our national security pol- were effective at getting Iran to the with many of my colleagues, support a icy. table and they will continue to be a substantially enhanced agreement to I strongly advocated for and sup- tool that allows the United States and help provide Israel the resources it re- ported the economic sanctions that our allies to minimize the threat posed quires to defend itself and preserve its brought Iran to the negotiating table by Iran. qualitative military edge. Israel re- over the last few years. Those sanc- We must also continue to work with mains America’s strongest ally in this tions resulted in a nuclear non- our partners, including the United troubled region. A strong and secure proliferation agreement between Iran Kingdom, France, Germany, the Euro- Israel remains a central pillar of our and the United States, the United pean Union, and Russia to ensure that national strategy to achieve peace and Kingdom, France, Germany, Russia, the agreement is strictly enforced. Iran stability in the Middle East. and China that was implemented in must know that if it violates the rules, Those of us who supported the Iran January. But our work is clearly not the response will be certain, swift, and nuclear agreement have a special re- done. As we have seen over the past few severe. As Senator COONS mentioned, sponsibility to ensure that it works. In months, Iran continues to conduct bal- when the agreement was reached, its fact, this whole Senate has a responsi- listic missile tests and continues to success is ultimately dependent upon bility, regardless of whether Members support terrorism and threatening re- every country keeping its word to keep supported it or not. It is in the best in- gional stability. Now we are reading Iran from violating its commitments terest of our country. We cannot shirk news reports, as I noted, that Russia is under the agreement. We need the sup- from our duties and we must be vigi- selling a long-range surface-to-air mis- port of the international community to lant. We owe it to the American people, sile defense system to Iran. ensure that Iran sticks to its commit- to Israel, and to our allies. All of this means we have to remain ments. As we just heard from Senator Our mission here is clear: We must vigilant in our monitoring and in our COONS, Russia’s actions are harmful to protect our own citizens by exercising verification. That is why I sponsored this effort. our authority to enact strong legisla- the Iran Policy Oversight Act and en- Russia reportedly plans to sell ad- tion to ensure that Iran does not cheat courage my colleagues to pass it. The vanced aircraft and missile systems to on its international commitments. Be- bill does three important things to Iran and may begin making these ship- cause we know from experience that hold Iran accountable. First, it allows ments in the next few days. These Iran will test the international com- Congress to more quickly impose eco- weapons could be used to destabilize munity, we must be ready to respond nomic sanctions against Iran’s ter- the region and threaten the security of when it does. We must also minimize rorist activity. Second, the bill ex- our allies, especially Israel. Russia also the threat Iran poses to our citizens pands military aid to Israel. Third, the continues to block the U.N. Security and the world by doing everything in bill ensures that agencies charged with Council from taking action in response our power to stop Iran from funding monitoring Iran have the resources to Iran’s recent illegal missile tests. the world’s terrorists. they need. These actions can only embolden Iran It is critical that we take additional We also have to reauthorize the Iran and encourage Iran to disregard its steps to stop countries like Iran from Sanctions Act in order to ensure that commitments. Russia, as a JCPOA funding terrorism and destabilizing the we can hold Iran accountable if it vio- country, a world power, and a member world. Stopping Iran’s support of ter- lates the deal. The Iran Sanctions Act of the U.N. Security Council, needs to rorism protects us here at home, but it is up for reauthorization this December be convinced that it is in the best in- also helps millions of refugees fleeing and has been a pivotal component of terest of the international community Syria, the children that are starving in U.S. sanctions against Iran’s energy that Iran sticks to its commitments cities like Madaya, and the families sector, and its application has been under the JCPOA. fleeing mortar fire in Yemen. Our val- steadily expanded to other Iranian in- We also need to make sure that we ues of justice, democracy, and freedom dustries. Given Iran’s history, we can fill vacant frontline positions that for all demand nothing less. anticipate that it will continue to test hamper our ability to protect our coun- I yield the floor. the boundaries of international agree- try and work with our allies. While I Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I want to ments, and we have to be ready to re- was pleased that the Senate Banking thank Senators KLOBUCHAR and spond when it does so. Committee voted 14–8 last month to ap- BLUMENTHAL for joining me in this col- In summary, we must hold Iran ac- prove the nomination of Adam Szubin loquy, and I yield the floor. countable every step of the way. Im- as undersecretary for terrorism and fi- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. posing harsh sanctions, as the adminis- nancial intelligence at the Department TILLIS). The majority leader. tration must do, against those respon- of Treasury, the fact remains that it UNANIMOUS CONSENT AGREEMENT—S. 2012 sible for Iran’s ballistic missile pro- should not have taken 325 days for the Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I gram, which threatened regional and committee to vote. This position is es- ask unanimous consent that at a time global security, is, of course, a good sential to national security as it tracks to be determined by the majority lead- start, but we must continue to sanc- the source of terrorist funding around er, in consultation with the Demo- tion Iran’s ballistic missile program as the world and should be filled as soon cratic leader, the Senate proceed to the well as its sponsorship of terrorism and as possible. consideration of S. 2012 and that it be abuse of human rights. We cannot delay confirmations if the in order to call up the following Any person or business involved in reasoning has nothing to do with pol- amendments en bloc, and that the helping Iran obtain illicit weapons icy and everything to do with politics. amendments be called up and reported should be banned from doing business Senator SHAHEEN came to the floor sev- by number: amendments Nos. 3276, with the United States, have their as- eral times to call for swift action on Cantwell, striking certain provisions; sets and financial operations imme- his confirmation, and I join her to urge 3302, as modified, Klobuchar, modifying diately frozen, and have their travel re- my Senate colleagues to vote on his a provision; 3055, Flake; 3050, Flake; stricted. Minimizing the threat Iran confirmation as soon as possible. Our 3237, Hatch; 3308, Murkowski; 3286, as

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We So I thank Senator CANTWELL, and I well; 3266, Vitter; 3310, Sullivan; 3317, can go back to a lot of hurdles that we would also like to recognize her staff, Heinrich; 3265, as modified, Vitter; 3012, have had to jump to get to where we led by Angela Becker-Dippmann, and Kaine; 3290, Alexander-Merkley; 3004, are now, and we can affix blame to a my energy team, led by Colin Hayes, Gillibrand-Cassidy; 3233, as modified, lot of different people, but there is no who have put in yeoman’s work to get Warner; 3239, Thune; 3221, Udall- need to do that today. We are where we us to this point. Portman; 3203, Coons; 3309, as modified, are, and we should accept that with I would like to think we could kick Portman; 3229, Flake; 3251, Inhofe. glee. this whole thing out tonight, but we I ask consent that immediately fol- I am gratified we are able to reach are not going to be doing that. We do, lowing the reporting of the amend- this agreement, and that is an under- however, have the glidepath forward, ments, it be in order for the Senate to statement. It is an important piece of and I thank not only those on our re- vote on these amendments en bloc, as legislation. Is it perfect? Of course not. spective teams but also those here on well as the Murkowski amendment No. But nothing we do legislatively is. We the floor who have helped us with this 2963, with no intervening action or de- are trying to work things out through as well. bate; further, that it be in order to call compromise. This is a good oppor- With that, Mr. President, I yield the up the following amendments en bloc tunity for us to show we can do that. floor. and that the amendments be called up We have tried to move this legisla- I suggest the absence of a quorum. and reported by number: amendments tion for 3 years, and I really appreciate The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Nos. 3234, as modified, Murkowski- the patience of JEANNE SHAHEEN from clerk will call the roll. Cantwell; 3202, Isakson-Bennet; 3175, New Hampshire. She has worked on The legislative clerk proceeded to Burr; 3210, Lankford; 3311, Boozman; this and has been so disappointed so call the roll. 3312, Udall; 3787, Paul; that there be 2 many times. I hope she feels as good as Mr. HOEVEN. Mr. President, I ask hours of debate, equally divided in the the rest of us. unanimous consent that the order for usual form, on the amendments con- I also want to thank the ranking the quorum call be rescinded. currently; that no further amendments member of the Energy Committee. She The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without to these amendments be in order; and has had other responsibilities before, objection, it is so ordered. that following the use or yielding back but those of us who have worked with CONGRATULATING THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH of that time, the Senate vote on the Senator CANTWELL know how per- DAKOTA MEN’S HOCKEY TEAM amendments in the order listed, with a sistent she can be. She is tireless in ad- Mr. HOEVEN. Mr. President, I rise to 60-affirmative-vote threshold for adop- vocating for what she thinks is appro- talk about the University of North Da- tion of each of the amendments with priate. So I appreciate what she has kota men’s hockey team, which won a no intervening action or debate; fur- done in the last few days to get us to national championship last Saturday. ther, that following the disposition of this point. Undoubtedly, like everybody else, the the Paul amendment No. 3787, the Sen- I am grateful that we are done with Presiding Officer was glued to his TV ate vote on the Cassidy amendment No. this and that we are going to finish set watching the exciting game be- 2954, with a 60-vote-affirmative thresh- this bill. We will have to work it out tween the University of North Dakota old for adoption; that following the dis- timewise. It will not be the easiest men’s hockey team and Quinnipiac. position of the Cassidy amendment, the thing, but we should be able to do that. The UND hockey team prevailed 5 to 1 substitute amendment No. 2953, as We have other things we need to do. We in an exciting game in front of about amended, be agreed to, and that not- have an appropriations bill coming up. 20,000 fans. It was just fantastic. withstanding rule XXII, the Senate We are going to finish with the FAA, I So I am here to read a resolution into vote on the motion to invoke cloture, hope, pretty soon. I hope nobody is the record from the United States Sen- upon reconsideration, on S. 2012, as going to be demanding a lot of amended; that if cloture is invoked, all ate congratulating the University of postcloture time on that. postcloture time be yielded back, the North Dakota men’s hockey team for So I would hope, Mr. President, we winning the 2016 National Collegiate bill be read a third time, and the Sen- can use this as a pattern for what we ate vote on passage of S. 2012, as Athletic Association’s Division I Men’s can do in the future to get things done amended; finally, that budget points of Hockey Championship. for the American people. order not be barred by virtue of this Whereas the University of North Dakota The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- (referred to in this preamble as ‘‘UND’’) agreement. ator from Alaska. The PRESIDING OFFICER. To clar- Men’s Hockey Team won the 2016 National Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to ify, amendments Nos. 3055 by Flake would like to acknowledge and thank in this preamble as the ‘‘NCAA’’) Division I and 3229 by Flake. the majority leader and the minority Men’s Hockey Championship Game in The majority leader. Tampa, Florida, on April 9, 2016, in a hard Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I leader for their cooperation and their help in getting us here and specifically fought victory over the Quinnipiac Univer- want to take a moment here to con- sity Bobcats of Connecticut by a score of 5 to gratulate Chairman MURKOWSKI for recognize the good work of Senator 1; what could best be described as a long CANTWELL. You do not get to a point in Whereas the UND men’s hockey team and march. Her persistence and determina- this body with significant legislation if Coach Brad Berry had an incredible 2015–16 tion to pull this very important bill to- you don’t have a willing partner on the season and became the first head coach to gether with a lot of Senators with dif- other side. win the National Championship in his first ferent views at points along the way We have not taken up energy reform season as head coach; or any real energy legislation in over 8 Whereas UND has won its eighth NCAA has been a really extraordinary accom- Frozen Four Championship— plishment and, frankly, has been fun to years now, and in those intervening 8 Second only to Michigan. Michigan watch because she certainly knows how years, much has happened in the en- has won nine. We hope to remedy that to manage a bill, how to get to a con- ergy space. Our policies as they relate clusion, and she did that in an extraor- to energy, whether it is LNG exports or next year and get our ninth, and then dinary fashion. renewables, haven’t advanced. And the pass by the University of Michigan— I also want to thank Senator CANT- commitment that Senator CANTWELL ending the season with a 34–6-4 record; WELL, her ranking member. The two of and I made to one another over a year Whereas Coach Berry and his staff have in- them worked well together, and I think ago to try to move legislation—not stilled character and perseverance in the just to move messages but to move leg- UND players and have done an outstanding we are on the cusp here of something job with the UND hockey program; very important and very much worth islation—was a commitment that held Whereas the leadership of Interim Presi- doing for the American people. us through a lot of hearings, a lot of dent Ed Schafer and Athletic Director Brian The PRESIDING OFFICER. The mi- discussion, a lot of debate going back Faison has helped further both academic and nority leader. and forth, but to the point where we athletic excellence at UND;

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On Saturday, the New change is real or from working on leg- not only for the UND men’s hockey team, York Times posted its cover story islation to establish a carbon fee—even but also for the entire State of North Da- about dying coral reefs in our oceans. a carbon fee that would dramatically kota— On Sunday, the cover story in the reduce the corporate income tax rate. We take great pride in our hockey Providence Journal was about drown- For example, USA TODAY reported and our tremendous UND hockey ing salt marshes in Rhode Island. Both this week that oil titan Chevron has team— are the handiwork of climate change. pumped at least $1 million into the Now, therefore, be it Even more amazing, listen to what a super PAC set up to keep the Senate in Resolved, That the Senate— Koch brothers operative said last week: the hands of the climate denial party. (1) congratulates the University of North ‘‘Charles has said the climate is chang- I don’t know of a penny that Chevron Dakota men’s hockey team, the 2016 Na- ing. So, the climate is changing.’’ That has put into supporting climate action tional Collegiate Athletic Association Divi- sion I Men’s Hockey champions; was Sheryl Corrigan speaking, of Koch in Congress. Say one thing; do another. (2) commends the University of North Da- Industries, the massive fuel conglom- A new report from the nonprofit re- kota players, coaches, and staff for their erate led by Charles and David Koch, search organization Influence Map hard work and dedication; and and the Charles was Charles Koch. shows that two other major oil compa- (3) recognizes the students, alumni, and She went on: ‘‘I think he’s also said, nies, along with three of their industry loyal fans for supporting the UND men’s and we believe that humans have a trade groups, spend as much as $115 hockey team on their successful quest to part in that.’’ million a year to lobby against the capture another NCAA National Champion- Climate change is real, it seems, and very climate policies they publicly ship trophy for the University of North Da- manmade if even they say so. kota. claim to support. Say one thing, do an- What this really means is that the other. We are very proud of our university, denial shtick has collapsed entirely. of the leadership there at the univer- This chart shows the streams of We saw this coming with the oil and money from ExxonMobil and Royal sity, of the coaches, the staff, and gas CEOs. In the runup to the Paris cli- these tremendous student athletes. Dutch Shell—whose CEO, by the way, mate summit, the chief executive offi- signed the oil-and-gas Paris declara- They conducted themselves so well cers of 10 of the world’s largest oil and both on and off the ice. They had an tion—as well as the American Petro- gas companies declared their collective leum Institute, the Western States Pe- absolutely impressive run through the support for a strong international cli- postseason. troleum Association, and the Aus- mate change agreement. tralian Petroleum Production & Explo- I think Quinnipiac only lost about ‘‘We are committed to playing our three games all year, so they had an in- ration Association. That is Shell and part,’’ they professed. ‘‘Over the com- that is Exxon. credible record. They were rated No. 1 ing years we will collectively strength- This money deluge—total spent, $114 in the country. Our hockey team came en our actions and investments to con- million—includes advertising and pub- in and played a fantastic game. It was tribute to reducing the GHG intensity lic relations, direct lobbying here in an exciting game to watch, but on both of the global energy mix.’’ Congress and at State houses, and po- sides tremendous athletes. Congratula- So if the oil and gas CEOs will not do litical contributions and election- tions to Quinnipiac on a great year and it and now even the Koch brothers will eering. Don’t think any of this goes to on an outstanding program. not do it, it looks like denying climate support a solution to climate change. We played Denver in the semifinals. change is no longer acceptable—even to They also had a great year. Boston Col- those who most cause it. What this chart doesn’t show is the lege was in the other bracket. They As we know, Big Coal took another dark money these corporate behemoths were outstanding hockey programs. It path, denying to the end, and for many funnel through phony-baloney front was a great hockey tournament. There players in the coal industry it really is groups, often untraceable, to under- was a fantastic fan base from all the the end. The industry is being dev- mine public understanding of the cli- schools. Again, back to the quality of astated by market forces and is in pre- mate crisis and to undermine action in the athletes, the student athletes who cipitous decline. As I noted in my last Congress. Front groups have been testi- were competing—great character. They climate speech, the Wall Street Jour- fying this very week in the Environ- handled themselves well and had great nal reported that the ‘‘war on coal’’ ment and Public Works Committee sportsmanship. It is exactly the kind of was a war on coal by the natural gas against climate action. Was there any thing we like to see not only for our industry, and the natural gas industry pushback from Charles Koch or from State but the other States that were has won. the oil CEOs? No. Nor does this chart there and the teams that were rep- Appalachian Power president and show the undisclosed fossil fuel mil- resenting. CEO Charles Patton told a meeting of lions dumped into our elections thanks It was a great tournament all around. energy executives last fall that coal to the regrettable Citizens United Su- Also, thanks and congratulations to was losing a long-term contest with preme Court decision. everyone in Tampa for hosting the natural gas and wind power. Today we Academic researchers like Robert tournament and doing an absolutely learned America’s largest coal com- Brulle at Drexel University, Riley fantastic job. We had thousands of fans pany, Peabody Energy, filed for bank- Dunlap at Oklahoma State University, outside the arena after the game savor- ruptcy, as Arch Coal did in January. Justin Farrell at Yale University, and ing the victory and having a great In recent years, one report found 26 Michael Mann at Penn State Univer- time. The city of Tampa and the arena U.S. coal companies have gone into sity, among many others, have studied could not have been more hospitable, bankruptcy. Some of the most notable and are exposing the precise dimen- so we want to say thank you and ex- bankruptcies include James River Coal sions and functions of the corporate press our appreciation. Again, con- and Patriot Coal Corporation, which climate denial machine. It is quite a gratulations to a great team on a great had combined assets that totaled $4.6 piece of machinery. Investigative writ- year. billion. ers like Naomi Oreskes, Erik Conway, I yield the floor. Denial was not a winning strategy Naomi Klein, and Steve Coll are also The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- for the coal industry. If outright denial on the hunt. ator from Rhode Island. of manmade climate change is no Jane Mayer of The New Yorker has Mr. WHITEHOUSE. Mr. President, I longer a viable strategy, what is left? put out an important piece of legisla- ask unanimous consent to speak for up It is an old classic: Dissembling—say- tion—her new, aptly titled book ‘‘Dark to 20 minutes as in morning business. ing one thing and doing another. The Money,’’ about the secret but massive

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Mr. President, every If you want a little more history on year in April, we pause to observe Na- and the Koch brothers have locked this unholy alliance, you can read tional Crime Victims’ Rights Week, them all down. It is a wall of opposi- ‘‘Poison Tea,’’ a new book out by Jeff and this year marks its 35th anniver- Nesbit. Mr. Nesbit was a Republican tion among those groups to any sen- sary. Since 1981, in communities across who worked in the Bush 41 White sible conversation about carbon pollu- the Nation, people have observed this House. He was there at the creation. He tion. week with candlelight vigils and public has reviewed an enormous array of doc- I have spoken before about the well- rallies to renew our commitment to uments and he has written an amazing defended castle of denial constructed crime victims and their families. expose´. by the big polluters to attack and har- Vermonters have always banded to- The Koch brothers’ say one thing, do ass their opponents and to keep out the gether to help crime victims and their another strategy is every bit as bad as unwelcome truths of climate science. families. That is just who we are, and the say one thing, do another strategy Built as it is on a foundation of lies, I am proud of that long tradition. It is of their oil and gas allies. Remember, vitally important that we continue to here is what they now say: the denial castle is bound to crumble. We have seen cracks begin to appear in recognize the needs of these survivors Charles has said the climate is changing. and work together to promote victims’ the edifice. This revelation on the part So, the climate is changing. . . . I think he’s rights and services. also said, and we believe that humans have a of the Koch brothers that they finally One of our most important tools to part in that. see that climate change is real and do so is the Victims of Crime Act of Again, that is the Koch Industries’ manmade is another collapse. It is a 1984 and the crime victims fund that it rep. big collapse. But don’t believe they are created. I strongly supported passage Here is what they still do: They surrendering their position entirely. of this critical legislation, which has threaten that Republicans who support What we see here in Congress is that been the principal means through a carbon tax or climate regulations they are still fighting as hard as ever. which the Federal Government has would ‘‘be at a severe disadvantage in the Republican nomination process. They are just conceding some of their supported essential services for crime . . . We would absolutely make that a more extreme positions because they victims and their families for more crucial issue.’’ know some of their nonsense is now than three decades. It is time to review That is the President of Americans simply beyond the pale and is not ac- and renew that law, and I have been for Prosperity, the juggernaut of the ceptable. This is just a strategic re- working closely with Senator GRASS- Koch brothers-backed political net- treat from a preposterous stance. LEY in that effort. Next week, the Sen- work, which has promised to spend, be- ate Judiciary Committee will hold a Every major scientific society in hearing to assess the crime victims lieve it or not, $750 million just in this America agrees on the cause and ur- 2016 election. What on Earth could they fund and discuss how to ensure that it gency of climate change, and, I think, possibly want to spend $750 million on? continues to meet the changing needs Americans for Prosperity’s president so do every one of our major State uni- of victims. also takes credit for the ‘‘political versities—certainly every one I have The Justice for All Act is another peril’’ they are proud to have created looked at—all of our National Labs, important law that promotes victims’ for Republicans who cross them on cli- NASA, NOAA, America’s national secu- rights. I am working with Senator COR- mate change. This threat is not subtle. rity and intelligence community, and NYN to reauthorize this vital legisla- Step out of line and here come the at- all the corporations that signed the tion. Our bill will further strengthen tack ads and the primary challengers American Business Act on Climate the rights of crime victims; improve all funded by the deep pockets of the Pledge, which includes major corpora- the use of forensic evidence, including fossil fuel industry, powered up by Citi- tions from a lot of our Republican col- rape kits, to provide justice as swiftly zens United. leagues’ home States. That is a lot of as possible; and protect the innocent by improving access to post-conviction The result? The issue of climate information to deny and ignore, and DNA testing. change is completely absent from the that is an awful lot of legitimate peo- Republican campaigns. They really The Justice for All Reauthorization ple to claim our part of the hoax. don’t want to talk about it. Every Re- Act builds on the work I began in 2000, publican candidate has gone into si- Here it comes—the whole structure when I introduced the Innocence Pro- lence or outright denial. Their silence of deceit and denial erected by the fos- tection Act, which sought to ensure or outright denial is exactly paralleled sil fuel interest is creaking and crum- that defendants in the most serious on the floor of this body. bling. More than a dozen attorneys cases receive competent representation Just this week, a bipartisan effort to general are starting to poke and probe. and, where appropriate, access to post- extend tax incentives for renewable en- My Republican colleagues may want to conviction DNA testing. I served ergy fell apart after it was reported consider getting out of the way of this proudly as a prosecutor in Vermont for that the Kochs and an array of their because the day is coming—and soon— 8 years, and I believe that we must find those responsible for crimes and pros- front groups told the Senate majority when the whole denier castle collapses, ecute them. But we must also ensure to cease and desist from allowing an and that day cannot come too soon. extension of renewable tax credits the that our system does not wrongly con- majority had already agreed to. I yield the floor. vict those who are innocent. DNA test- So down came the FAA bill com- I suggest the absence of a quorum. ing is often necessary to prove the in- promise. Of course, the Big Oil tax nocence of individuals in cases where credits have been baked into the Tax The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the system got it grievously wrong. Code, and there is no contesting them clerk will call the roll. ‘‘Innocent until proven guilty’’ is a that is allowed. We now have a field in The senior assistant legislative clerk hallmark of our criminal justice sys- which renewable tax credits that were proceeded to call the roll. tem, but when a person who has been agreed to are not in place, but Big Oil Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask found guilty is truly innocent, we can- protects its own tax breaks as the fos- not stand idly by. We must act to exon- unanimous consent that the order for sil fuel industry attacks the renewable erate that person. the quorum call be rescinded. tax breaks. The Innocence Protection Act passed Look at what fossil fuel influence has The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without as part of the original Justice for All done to the business lobby groups. The objection, it is so ordered. Act in 2004, and since that time, at

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In Virginia, a man ognizing, celebrating, and highlighting diverse trades, including shop super- was released after spending 27 years in the significance of the 70th anniversary intendents and senior managers from prison for violent rapes he did not com- of the Department of Veterans Affairs engineering, project management, fi- mit. And in New Orleans, a man was re- Voluntary Service, VAVS, this year. nancial, business office, facilities, base leased after spending 20 years in a This program is one of the largest cen- operations, and resource management. State mental health hospital for an ab- tralized volunteer groups in the Fed- Despite their varied backgrounds, duction and rape he did not commit. eral Government with approximately these professionals possess a common We must continue funding this critical 75,000 volunteers providing more than ability to lead, educate, and manage, post-conviction DNA testing since we 9.7 million hours of service for our Na- as well as a true dedication to the pro- tection of our country. In particular, know our system does not always get it tion’s veterans during their hospital the NAS NSE chapter at Portsmouth right. It is an outrage when an inno- stay. Naval Shipyard is committed to ensur- cent person is wrongly punished, and It has been 70 years since this pro- ing the Navy’s submarines are main- this injustice is compounded when the gram started in 1946. Since then, the tained, repaired, and modernized to the true perpetrator remains on the volunteers have donated more than highest degree in order to fulfill the streets, able to commit more crimes. 782.2 million hours of service to support our veterans. More than 7,400 national Navy’s mission of winning wars, deter- We are all less safe when the system ring aggression, and maintaining free- gets it wrong. and community organizations support the volunteers, including support by a dom of the seas. As we begin this year’s Crime Vic- As threats facing our Nation increase national advisory committee, com- and become more complex, the Navy’s tims’ Rights Week, I look forward to prising 55 major veteran, civic, and ability to project power and uniquely working with Senators on both sides of service organizations who work to- provide worldwide presence plays an in- the aisle to update and reauthorize gether to improve volunteerism in VA. creasingly critical role in protecting both the Victims of Crime Act and the Keeping up with the VA’s fast-paced our national security. As such, it is Justice for All Reauthorization Act. efforts to expand access to care for vet- critical that our naval fleet is properly Survivors and their families deserve eran patients into the community, this maintained so it can be positioned nothing less. program, too, has strived to continue around the world where and when we their efforts to assist our veterans. The need it. NAS NSE members play a vital f volunteers serve in many different role in ensuring that our ships are ways, including supplementing staff in ready to deploy on schedule and in OBSERVING WORLD HEMOPHILIA hospital wards, community living cen- good condition. DAY ters, outpatient clinics, community- Over the past 100 conventions, NAS based volunteer programs, respite care Mr. CASSIDY. Mr. President, today I NSE has worked on many important programs, end-of-life care programs, issues, including many shipyard safety wish to celebrate April 17 as World He- creative arts, adaptive sports, vet cen- mophilia Day where we recognize the and leadership issues. This year, their ters, veterans homes, national ceme- efforts continue to focus on empow- serious challenges of the 20,000 Ameri- teries, and veterans benefits offices. cans who suffer each day from hemo- ering shipyard workers to be leaders, Just in 2015, the volunteers contrib- helping new employees to efficiently philia and where we raise awareness to uted a total of 10.8 million hours of fight for a cure. achieve proficiency in necessary skills, service. The current monetary value of and developing innovation in the ship- Hemophilia is a rare genetic disorder those hours from all of the volunteers yard. Through these and many other that prevents an individual’s ability to is more than $250 million. Additionally, initiatives aimed at increasing the form a proper blood clot. Patients with the volunteers and their organizations safety and abilities of its members, hemophilia need immediate access to contributed more than $105 million in NAS NSE has improved both the lives care and lifesaving therapies. There is gifts and donations in 2015, for a com- of shipyard workers and the efficiency currently an enormous discrepancy in bined total value of $355.5 million in of our shipyards. the level of care available to patients volunteer service and giving. I commend the organization for its with hemophilia. While some are diag- While the tangible value of these vol- commitment to passing on a strong nosed very young and have medical unteer activities is impressive, it is im- and healthy program of naval mainte- care throughout their life, most do not possible to calculate all of the compas- nance, so that future generations can or do not have the access to diagnosis sionate care and efforts that the volun- benefit from a Navy ready to defend and treatment they need. As a physi- teers provide for our veterans. These our freedoms. It is an honor for me to volunteers are a priceless asset for the cian, I have treated patients with he- pay tribute to the National Association Department of Veterans Affairs. mophilia, and I know how debilitating of Superintendents of U.S. Naval Shore I ask that the Senate join me in cele- the health problems endured by those Establishments as they celebrate 100 brating the Department of Veterans living with hemophilia can be. If left years of meeting to work on behalf of Affairs Voluntary Service on 70 years untreated, a bleeding episode can lead our shipyard workers and our naval of outstanding service to our Nation’s to terrible pain, chronic joint and mus- shipyards. veterans and wishing them the best in Mr. KING. Mr. President, today I join cle damage, serious injury, or even continuing to serve. death. my esteemed colleague, Senator SUSAN f COLLINS, in recognizing the 100th Con- I am hopeful that through attention, vention of the National Association of diligence, and raised awareness we RECOGNIZING THE NATIONAL AS- Superintendents of the U.S. Naval might prevent more complications, un- SOCIATION OF SUPERINTEND- Shore Establishments, NAS NSE. This necessary procedures, and disabilities ENTS OF U.S. NAVAL SHORE ES- association works diligently to imple- so often caused by these diseases. As TABLISHMENTS ment a strong and healthy program of we increase our understanding and Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I wish naval maintenance and modernization awareness of hemophilia, we also in- to recognize the contributions of the at our naval shipyards, so future gen- crease our ability to find treatments National Association of Superintend- erations can benefit from a Navy that and eventually, a cure for this disease. ents of U.S. Naval Shore Establish- is always ready to defend our freedom. I’m proud to stand today in support of ments, NAS NSE, on the occasion of its I specifically wish to recognize the all Americans with hemophilia on 100th national convention. Since its work of the NAS NSE chapter at the World Hemophilia Day. founding near the time of World War I, Portsmouth Naval Shipyard in Kittery,

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Celebrations also in- by both Republicans and Democrats on functional integrity of our Navy’s sub- clude performing seva, or selfless serv- both sides of the Capitol for her ency- marines enables the United States to ice, such as providing free meals to clopedic knowledge of the appropria- consistently serve and protect our Na- others and volunteering for service tions and budget process and its lexi- tion’s interests around the globe, and projects in their communities. con, her responsiveness to committee the NAS NSE of Portsmouth Naval I am proud to represent the Sikh and Member staff, and her dedication Shipyard serves as a paragon of effi- community of Pennsylvania, and I wish to the nonpartisan role that CBO plays cient, quality service on behalf of our the Sikh American community a joy- in the successful enactment of appro- Navy’s ships and servicemen. Ports- ous Vaisakhi. priations bills year after year. Janet mouth has earned a reputation as the Thank you. has been a valuable asset to eight of Navy’s Center of Excellence for attack f the nine CBO directors. submarine maintenance, which is a re- Janet came to CBO in the waning HONORING OFFICER NATHAN flection of the hard work and deter- days of 1983, fairly soon after grad- TAYLOR mination of the association to manage uating from Wellesley College. She and protect these American treasures Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I ask my joined the scorekeeping unit in the for national security. Through their colleagues to join me in honoring the budget analysis division, which has the consistent dedication and skillful life of California Highway Patrol Offi- responsibility of tracking and scoring work, the men and women of Ports- cer Nathan Daniel Taylor, a beloved the appropriations bills at each legisla- mouth Naval Shipyard play a vital role husband, father, brother, son, and tive stage as well as tracking manda- in furthering the esteemed tradition of grandson who tragically lost his life in tory spending in authorizing legisla- excellence within the NAS NSE. the line of duty on March 13, 2016. tion. Janet was hired to assist in main- Building on over a century of work to Officer Taylor was born on January taining the database used by the divi- promote our Navy’s strength, this 17, 1981, in Baltimore, MD. His family sion. Janet has worked to keep the year’s historic convention focuses on later moved to Loomis, CA, where Offi- database in sync with the many the national initiative of improving cer Taylor was an active member of the changes in the budget process, inte- productive capacity throughout the as- Boy Scouts, earning the highest rank grating new categories and methods so sociation. This year’s convention will of Eagle Scout. After graduating from that CBO could accurately tabulate help to further streamline systems, op- Del Oro High School, Officer Taylor at- and report on Federal spending. Janet timize production, and enhance safety tended Brigham Young University on a started as the scorekeeper for the de- across all the NAS NSE’s operations. full academic scholarship and received fense and military construction appro- Discussing and implementing improved a bachelor’s degree in history. He spent priation bills. Over the course of her strategies will help to ensure the con- 2 years in Venezuela serving as a career, she also handled the Transpor- tinued effectiveness of Portsmouth church missionary before joining the tation, Veterans Affairs, Housing and Naval Shipyard and shipyards all California Highway Patrol, continuing Urban Development and Agriculture, across the country. his commitment to helping those in and legislative branch appropriations I congratulate the NAS NSE on their need. Officer Taylor completed cadet bills, in the process gaining a vast 100th convention, and I thank them for training in 2010 and was assigned to the array of knowledge of a substantial their dedication and hard work on be- San Jose area office before transferring part of the Federal budget. half of our shipyards. I wish them con- to the Gold Run area in 2013. In 2000, Janet made the transition to tinued success in the future as the as- Colleagues fondly recalled Officer unit chief. For the past 16 years, she sociation continues to ensure the safe- Taylor’s tremendous service to the has successfully overseen the analysis ty of our Nation for generations to public, offering examples of his self- of the President’s budget request for come. lessness and compassion. ‘‘Officer Tay- each of the appropriation bills, the f lor was the most genuine, honest offi- scoring of the appropriation bills at cer I knew,’’ said CHP Officer Josh each stage, the production and review OBSERVING THE HOLIDAY OF Webb. ‘‘He would literally give the of baselines, and the writing and co- VAISAKHI FOR THE SIKH COM- shirt off his back for somebody.’’ His ordination of CBO’s annual report on MUNITY ability to go above and beyond the call unauthorized appropriations and expir- Mr. TOOMEY. Mr. President, I wish of duty also earned the appreciation ing authorizations. Through all of to honor and celebrate the holiday of and affection of the community he these tasks, she has been the steady Vaisakhi, a very important day for served. In fact, he received so many hand of the scorekeeping unit, gen- those who practice Sikhism. thank-you letters from the public that erous with her time and knowledge, The world’s fifth largest religion, his colleagues joked that he must have and vital to the smooth functioning of Sikhism was founded over five cen- written them himself. the budget analysis division. Senate turies ago and was introduced to the Officer Taylor truly embodied the staff and colleagues have come to de- United States in the 19th century. very best of law enforcement, and his pend on her for her ready expertise, There are over 500,000 Sikh adherents courageous service will be forever re- diligence, and attention to detail. in the United States. membered. On behalf of the people of Janet is also famous for sharing her Pennsylvania is the home of many California, whom Officer Taylor served prodigious baking talent. Every year proud Sikh Americans, who contribute so bravely, I extend my gratitude and she has coordinated the provision of and make a positive impact in their deepest sympathies to his wife, Becky; cookies during the conclusion of the workplaces, communities, and to our sons Preston, Wyatt, and Joshua; par- December baseline, which often coin- country. They are part of the rich cul- ents, Jeff and Linda; brothers Karl, cided with the final days of a congres- tural fabric of the Commonwealth. Collin, and Steven; sister, Sarah; and sional session. The appearance of a red- As a member of the American Sikh grandparents, Karl and Virginia. clothed table outside of the Congressional Caucus, I rise to honor f scorekeeping unit bearing plates of this community on the holiday of homemade cookies always brings a Vaisakhi. This is an important celebra- TRIBUTE TO JANET AIRIS smile to stressed budget analysts tion for the Sikh community and is Mr. COCHRAN. Mr. President, I join checking final numbers or scoring final celebrated this year on April 13. On with the vice chairwoman of the Ap- bills. this day in 1699, Guru Gobind Singh propriations Committee, Senator MI- Janet’s expertise, corporate knowl- created the Khalsa, a fellowship of de- KULSKI, and the chairman and ranking edge, and generosity of time and spirit vout Sikhs. Vaisakhi is a festival member of the Budget Committee, Sen- will be sorely missed, but she well de- which marks this occasion and the ator ENZI and Senator SANDERS, in serves an opportunity to rest after her spring harvest. honoring Janet Airis on her retirement years of outstanding service to the The Sikh community around the after 32 years of distinguished service Congress. We are grateful for that serv- world recognizes this important holi- to the Congress with the Congressional ice, and we wish her the best in the day with parades, dancing, singing, and Budget Office. Janet is highly regarded years to come.

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Former Mayor Rapids, IA, was on his way to take his championship by outscoring the Flor- McNulty was a dedicated public serv- break when he was alerted by another ida Gulf Coast Eagles 71–65. The win ant who made a lasting impact on airport employee that a passenger was was especially poignant as the WNIT Scranton and all of Pennsylvania. in distress. Officer Stoneking was di- championship game was the last wom- Born on February 27, 1945, in the rected to a female passenger who had en’s basketball game to be held in High Works section of Scranton, Jim her hands at her throat indicating that USD’s iconic DakotaDome. Starting attended South Scranton and South she was choking. Officer Stoneking next season, USD basketball games Catholic High School. In 1966, he grad- performed the Heimlich maneuver and will be held in a brand-new facility, uated from the University of Scranton was able to successfully remove the ob- and the record turnout for the cham- as student body president with a bach- struction from the passenger’s throat, pionship game was a fitting way to end elor of arts in political science. A allowing her to breathe clearly. The the DakotaDome’s 37-year history. member of the Young Democrats for passenger’s family and the passenger, The Coyotes were led by head coach, John F. Kennedy, Jim McNulty an- once able to speak, thanked Officer Amy Williams, who received her second swered President Kennedy’s call to Stoneking and credited him with sav- consecutive Coach of the Year honor young people to serve their community ing her life. Official Transportation Se- from the Summit League earlier in the and their country. curity Administration reports from the season. Seniors Tia Hemiller and Ni- The extraordinary love that Mayor scene praise Officer Stoneking for his cole Seekamp were named to the WNIT McNulty had for public service and for command presence and calm profes- All-Tournament team, with Seekamp the people of Scranton was felt by all sionalism, stating that his ability to also being recognized as the Most Valu- who had the good fortune of being in think clearly and react saved a life. able Player of the Postseason WNIT. his presence. As a committed public At a time when transportation secu- Seekamp is also the 2016 Summit servant, Jim McNulty joined the staff rity is on everyone’s mind, it is com- League Women’s Basketball Player of of Congressman Dan Flood and then forting to know that we have such ca- the Year. Once again, congratulations to the transitioned to work on the mayoral pable security officers in our airports. entire USD Coyotes women’s basket- race in Scranton in 1969. By 1974, Jim Those who go above and beyond the ball team on this impressive accom- was deputy mayor. He quickly rose call of duty, as Officer Stoneking did, are to be commended and serve as an plishment. I commend the players and through the ranks as director of the coaching staff for all of their hard Department of Public Works, chairman example of what dedicated law enforce- ment officers can accomplish. work this season and wish them the of the Scranton Redevelopment Au- best of luck in their future.∑ thority, chairman of the Scranton I am very proud today to share Offi- Recreation Authority, City of Scranton cer Stoneking’s story with our col- f Urban Affairs coordinator and member leagues and would ask that they join 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE of the City of Scranton Government me in commending Officer Stoneking OREGON AIR NATIONAL GUARD Study Commission. In 1981, he was for his actions that saved a passenger’s ∑ Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, today I elected to serve as the 26th mayor of life. am proud to join Oregonians all across ∑ Scranton. Thank you. our State in marking the 75th anniver- John F. Kennedy once said: ‘‘For I sary of the Oregon Air National Guard. can assure you that we love our coun- f For three-quarters of a century, thou- try, not for what it was, though it has sands of Oregon’s sons and daughters always been great—not for what it is, CONGRATULATING AIRBUS have joined the Air National Guard, though of this we are deeply proud— EMPLOYEES IN MOBILE, ALABAMA dedicating themselves to defense of the but for what it someday can, and, ∑ Mr. SHELBY. Mr. President, today I Constitution of the United States and through the efforts of us all, someday commend Airbus and its employees at service to their fellow Americans and Oregonians. Today I want to take a will be.’’ Jim McNulty was a visionary the Mobile Aeroplex facility on the moment, here on the Senate floor to mayor who saw the greatness in the completion of their first aircraft, the thank them for their service and for city of Scranton and its people. He Airbus A321. This great achievement fought tirelessly to make life better for their sacrifices on our behalf. was years in the making, and I am de- The Oregon Air National Guard residents with his instrumental actions lighted that Mobile is home to the first in making the Steamtown Historic Site traces its beginnings back to April A321 built in the United States. 1941, when a small group of 110 airmen and the Hilton at Lackawanna Station Aviation manufacturing is extremely a reality. boldly stepped forward and volunteered valuable to the State of Alabama’s for duty in the months before the U.S. His joyful presence around Scranton economy. Airbus plays a significant entered the Second World War. Ini- left an indelible mark long after his role in this sector, which brings wel- tially activated as the Oregon National mayoralty ended. Mayor McNulty’s comed job creation and economic Guard Air Corps 123rd Observation voice would paint a picture of the city growth to south Alabama and across Squadron, their first mission was to of Scranton through his public affairs the State. Airbus’s presence in Ala- conduct maritime surveillance of the program ‘‘Sunday Live’’ with Jim bama also underscores the fact that continental United States following McNulty and WARM radio talk show our great State is open for business, the attack on Pearl Harbor. In 1947, fol- ‘‘the Mayor of WARMland.’’ leading the Nation in both cutting-edge lowing the allied victory in World War May his memory live on through the technology and workforce. II, Congress officially established the love of his wife, Evie; the McNulty It is my great honor to congratulate U.S. Air Force as a separate military family; his many friends; and the ongo- Airbus and all of those who played a service, apart from the U.S. Army, and ing efforts to enhance the Scranton role in the making of this momentous designated the Air National Guard as a community. We honor him for his love occasion. I look forward to many more reserve component. for all the people of northeastern Penn- accomplishments by Airbus’s Mobile In the decades since, the Oregon Air sylvania and his commitment to serv- facility and additional aircraft that National Guard has played a vital na- ice.∑ will be proudly made in Alabama.∑ tional defense role in the Korean war,

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An act to authorize a com- Trading Commission, transmitting, pursuant Wing in Portland, the 173rd Fighter prehensive, strategic approach for United to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Alter- Wing in Klamath Falls, and the Joint States foreign assistance to developing coun- native to Fingerprinting Requirement for Forces Headquarters in Salem. Or- tries to reduce global poverty and hunger, Foreign Natural Persons’’ (RIN3038–AE16) re- ceived in the Office of the President of the egon’s F–15s serve on guard 24 hours a achieve food security and improved nutri- tion, promote inclusive, sustainable agricul- Senate on April 6, 2016; to the Committee on day, 365 days a year to defend the skies tural-led economic growth, improve nutri- Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. above America’s western coast. In addi- tional outcomes, especially for women and EC–5102. A communication from the Acting tion to protecting that airspace, Or- children, build resilience among vulnerable Administrator of the Specialty Crops Pro- egon airmen are the sole providers of populations, and for other purposes. gram, Agricultural Marketing Service, De- F–15 flight training for the U.S. Air H.R. 2947. An act to amend title 11 of the partment of Agriculture, transmitting, pur- Force. United States Code in order to facilitate the suant to law, the report of a rule entitled But Oregon’s airmen and women resolution of an insolvent financial institu- ‘‘Tomatoes Grown in Florida; Decreased As- tion in bankruptcy. sessment Rate’’ (Docket No. AMS–FV–15– aren’t simply ready to respond in times H.R. 4676. An act to amend title 18, United 0058) received in the Office of the President of conflict; they also answer the Gov- States Code, to provide an additional tool to of the Senate on April 6, 2016; to the Com- ernor’s call during natural disasters to prevent certain frauds against veterans, and mittee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and For- protect Oregonians from floods, forest for other purposes. estry. fires, volcanic eruptions, and medical The message also announced that the EC–5103. A communication from the Sec- emergencies. Through the State part- House has agreed to the following con- retary of Defense, transmitting the report of nership program, Oregon Guardsmen current resolutions, in which it re- an officer authorized to wear the insignia of the grade of rear admiral (lower half) in ac- also have played a powerful role to im- quests the concurrence of the Senate: cordance with title 10, United States Code, prove relations with our State’s part- H. Con. Res. 115. Concurrent resolution au- section 777; to the Committee on Armed ners in Vietnam and Bangladesh. In thorizing the use of Emancipation Hall in Services. doing so, they demonstrate the best of the Capitol Visitor Center for an event to EC–5104. A communication from the Execu- American generosity in communities celebrate the birthday of King Kamehameha tive Director, Comptroller of the Currency, throughout the world. I. Department of the Treasury, transmitting, H. Con. Res. 117. Concurrent resolution au- The strength of any organization is pursuant to law, the Office of the Comptrol- thorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for ler’s 2015 Office of Minority and Women In- its people and here the men and women the National Peace Officers Memorial Serv- of the Oregon Air National Guard, like clusion Annual Report to Congress; to the ice and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban its counterpart the Oregon Army Band Exhibition. Affairs. Guard, are at the top of their class. Or- H. Con. Res. 120. Concurrent resolution au- EC–5105. A communication from the Chief thorizing the use of the Capitol Grounds for egon guardsmen come from diverse Counsel, Federal Emergency Management the 3rd Annual Fallen Firefighters Congres- backgrounds and bring top notch pri- Agency, Department of Homeland Security, sional Flag Presentation Ceremony. vate sector skills to bear on behalf of transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ENROLLED BILL SIGNED the State and the country. The nearly a rule entitled ‘‘Suspension of Community At 12:25 p.m., a message from the 2,300 men and women now serving in Eligibility’’ ((44 CFR Part 64) (Docket No. House of Representatives, delivered by the Oregon Air National Guard con- FEMA–2016–0002)) received in the Office of Mr. Novotny, one of its reading clerks, the President of the Senate on April 6, 2016; tribute to the long legacy of vol- announced that the Speaker has signed to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and unteerism and community service for the following enrolled bill: Urban Affairs. which the organization is already so EC–5106. A communication from the Regu- S. 192. An act to reauthorize the Older well known. lations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare Americans Act of 1965, and for other pur- and Medicaid Services, Department of As a Senator, it has always been one poses. of my highest honors to represent the Health and Human Services, transmitting, The enrolled bill was subsequently men and women of the Oregon Air and pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled signed by the President pro tempore Army National Guards in Congress, ‘‘Medicaid Program; Deadline for Access (Mr. HATCH). and as an Oregonian, I am so proud of Monitoring Review Plan Submissions’’ f ((RIN0938–AS89) (CMS–2328-F2)) received in today’s Oregon Air National Guard and the Office of the President of the Senate on its rich heritage. It is a privilege to MEASURES REFERRED April 11, 2016; to the Committee on Finance. serve these heroes—active, retired, and The following bills were read the first EC–5107. A communication from the Assist- those who have given their lives in de- and the second times by unanimous ant General Counsel for Regulatory Services, Office of Postsecondary Education, Depart- fense of our nation and helping others. consent, and referred as indicated: I know I speak for people in Oregon, ment of Education, transmitting, pursuant H.R. 2947. An act to amend title 11 of the to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Pro- across the country, and around the United States Code in order to facilitate the world when I thank the Oregon Air Na- gram Integrity Issues’’ (RIN1840–AD02) re- resolution of an insolvent financial institu- ceived during adjournment of the Senate in tional Guard for 75 years of fabulous tion in bankruptcy; to the Committee on the the Office of the President of the Senate on service, congratulate them on this his- Judiciary. April 8, 2016; to the Committee on Health, H.R. 4676. An act to amend title 18, United toric milestone, and wish them contin- Education, Labor, and Pensions. ued success in the years and decades to States Code, to provide an additional tool to EC–5108. A communication from the Chair- come.∑ prevent certain frauds against veterans, and man of the Council of the District of Colum- for other purposes; to the Committee on the bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report f Judiciary. on D.C. Act 21–355, ‘‘Construction Codes Har- MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE f monization Amendment Act of 2016’’; to the At 9:33 a.m., a message from the ENROLLED BILL PRESENTED Committee on Homeland Security and Gov- ernmental Affairs. House of Representatives, delivered by The Secretary of the Senate reported EC–5109. A communication from the Chair- Mrs. Cole, one of its reading clerks, an- that on today, April 13, 2016, she had man of the Council of the District of Colum- nounced that the House has passed the presented the President of the United bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report following bills, without amendment: States the following enrolled bill: on D.C. Act 21–356, ‘‘Neighborhood Engage- S. 483. An act to improve enforcement ef- S. 192. An act to reauthorize the Older ment Achieves Results Amendment Act of forts related to prescription drug diversion Americans Act of 1965, and for other pur- 2016’’; to the Committee on Homeland Secu- and abuse, and for other purposes. poses. rity and Governmental Affairs. S. 2512. An act to expand the tropical dis- EC–5110. A communication from the Chair- ease product priority review voucher pro- f man of the Council of the District of Colum- gram to encourage treatments for Zika EXECUTIVE AND OTHER bia, transmitting, pursuant to law, a report virus. COMMUNICATIONS on D.C. Act 21–357, ‘‘Walter Reed Develop- ment Omnibus Act of 2016’’; to the Com- At 10:15 a.m., a message from the The following communications were mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- House of Representatives, delivered by laid before the Senate, together with mental Affairs.

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A bill to prohibit closure of United limitations on the transfer of certain United Legislature of the State of Nevada memori- States Naval Station, Guantanamo Bay, States munitions from the United States to alizing the State of Nevada’s petition to the Cuba, to prohibit the transfer or release of Saudi Arabia; to the Committee on Foreign United States Congress calling for a conven- detainees at that Naval Station to the Relations. United States, and for other purposes; to the tion of the States for the purpose of pro- f posing an amendment to the Constitution of Committee on Armed Services. the United States; to the Committee on the By Ms. WARREN (for herself, Mrs. SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND Judiciary. SHAHEEN, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. SANDERS, SENATE RESOLUTIONS Mr. FRANKEN, Mr. UDALL, Mr. WHITE- SENATE JOINT RESOLUTION NO. 2 HOUSE, Mr. MARKEY, and Mr. LEAHY): The following concurrent resolutions Resolved by the Senate and Assembly of the S. 2789. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- and Senate resolutions were read, and State of Nevada, jointly, That this legislature enue Code of 1986 to establish a free on-line referred (or acted upon), as indicated: respectfully petitions the Congress of the tax preparation and filing service and pro- By Mr. HOEVEN (for himself and Ms. United States to call a convention for the grams that allow taxpayers to access third- HEITKAMP): purpose of proposing the following article as party provided tax return information; to S. Res. 419. A resolution congratulating the an amendment to the Constitution of the the Committee on Finance. University of North Dakota men’s hockey United States. By Mr. LEE (for Mr. CRUZ (for himself, team for winning the 2016 National Colle- ‘‘ARTICLE l’’ Mr. LEE, Mr. CRAPO, and Mr. COR- giate Athletic Association division I men’s NYN)): hockey championship; considered and agreed ‘‘Section 1. No provision of this Constitu- S. 2790. A bill to provide requirements for tion, or any amendment thereto, shall re- to. the appropriate Federal banking agencies By Mr. ROUNDS (for himself and Mr. strict or limit any state in the apportion- when requesting or ordering a depository in- ment of representation in its legislature. THUNE): stitution to terminate a specific customer S. Res. 420. A resolution congratulating the ‘‘Section 2. The judicial power of the account, to provide for additional require- United States shall not extend to any suit in 2016 national champion Augustana Vikings ments related to subpoenas issued under the for their win in the 2016 National Collegiate law or equity, or to any controversy relating Financial Institutions Reform, Recovery, to apportionment of representation in a Athletic Association Division II Men’s Bas- and Enforcement Act of 1989, and for other ketball Tournament; considered and agreed state legislature. purposes; to the Committee on Banking, ‘‘Section 3. This article shall be inoper- to. Housing, and Urban Affairs. By Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself and ative unless it shall have been ratified as an By Mr. FRANKEN (for himself and Mr. amendment to the Constitution by the Leg- Mr. MURPHY): TILLIS): S. Res. 421. A resolution congratulating the islatures of three-fourths of the several S. 2791. A bill to amend title 38, United University of Connecticut Women’s Basket- States within seven years from the date of States Code, to provide for the treatment of ball Team for winning the 2016 National Col- its submission.’’ Now, therefore, be it veterans who participated in the cleanup of legiate Athletic Association Division I title; Resolved, That if Congress shall have pro- Enewetak Atoll as radiation exposed vet- considered and agreed to. posed an amendment to the Constitution erans for purposes of the presumption of By Mr. GRASSLEY (for himself, Mr. identical with that contained in this resolu- service-connection of certain disabilities by LEAHY, Mr. SCHUMER, Mr. HATCH, Mr. tion prior to January 1, 1965, this application the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; to the TOOMEY, Mr. SESSIONS, and Mrs. for a convention shall no longer be of any Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. FEINSTEIN): force or effect; and be it further, By Mrs. SHAHEEN (for herself and Mr. S. Res. 422. A resolution supporting the Resolved, That a duly attested copy of this VITTER): resolution be immediately transmitted to S. 2792. A bill to reestablish and enhance mission and goals of 2016 ‘‘National Crime the Secretary of the Senate of the United the Defense Research and Development Victims’ Rights Week’’, which include in- States, the Clerk of the House of Representa- Rapid Innovation Program, and for other creasing public awareness of the rights, tives of the United States and to each mem- purposes; to the Committee on Armed Serv- needs, concerns of, and services available to ber of the Congress from this State. ices. assist victims and survivors of crime in the By Mrs. SHAHEEN (for herself, Mr. United States; considered and agreed to. POM–145. A petition from a citizen of the VITTER, and Ms. AYOTTE): By Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself and State of Texas relative to citizenship and S. 2793. A bill to amend the Small Business Mr. FRANKEN): S. Res. 423. A resolution congratulating the sovereignty; to the Committee on Foreign Act to reauthorize and improve the Small University of Minnesota Women’s Ice Hock- Relations. Business Innovation Research Program and ey Team on winning the 2016 National Colle- POM–146. A petition from a citizen of the the Small Business Technology Transfer giate Athletic Association Women’s Ice State of Texas relative to the enacting of Program, and for other purposes; to the Hockey Championship; considered and laws; to the Committee on the Judiciary. Committee on Small Business and Entrepre- neurship. agreed to. f By Mr. HATCH (for himself, Mr. By Mr. BURR (for himself and Ms. INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND WYDEN, Mr. PORTMAN, Mrs. MCCAS- HEITKAMP): JOINT RESOLUTIONS KILL, Mr. BURR, Mr. CASEY, Mr. S. Res. 424. A resolution supporting the TOOMEY, Mr. BROWN, Mr. CORNYN, Mr. goals and ideals of Take Our Daughters And The following bills and joint resolu- ISAKSON, Mr. FLAKE, and Mr. COATS): Sons To Work Day; considered and agreed to. tions were introduced, read the first S. 2794. A bill to establish a process for the f and second times by unanimous con- submission and consideration of petitions for sent, and referred as indicated: temporary duty suspensions and reductions, ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS and for other purposes; to the Committee on By Mrs. CAPITO (for herself and Mrs. S. 151 Finance. SHAHEEN): At the request of Mr. HELLER, the By Mr. INHOFE (for himself, Mr. BOOK- S. 2786. A bill to amend title XVIII of the name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. ER, Mr. WHITEHOUSE, and Mr. CRAPO): Social Security Act to provide for payments S. 2795. A bill to modernize the regulation SULLIVAN) was added as a cosponsor of for certain rural health clinic and Federally of nuclear energy; to the Committee on En- S. 151, a bill to require the Secretary of qualified health center services furnished to vironment and Public Works. Defense to establish a process to deter- hospice patients under the Medicare pro- By Mr. ROUNDS: gram; to the Committee on Finance. mine whether individuals claiming cer- S. 2796. A bill to repeal certain obsolete tain service in the Philippines during By Mr. WARNER (for himself, Mr. laws relating to Indians; to the Committee KAINE, Mr. KING, Ms. BALDWIN, Mrs. on Indian Affairs. World War II are eligible for certain MCCASKILL, Ms. STABENOW, Mr. By Mr. BOOKER (for himself and Mr. benefits despite not being on the Mis- PETERS, and Mr. TESTER): MORAN): souri List, and for other purposes. S. 2787. A bill to amend title XIX of the So- S. 2797. A bill to establish the Refund to S. 386 cial Security Act to provide the same level Rainy Day Savings Program; to the Com- At the request of Mr. THUNE, the of Federal matching assistance for every mittee on Health, Education, Labor, and name of the Senator from Arkansas State that chooses to expand Medicaid cov- Pensions. erage to newly eligible individuals, regard- By Mr. LANKFORD: (Mr. BOOZMAN) was added as a cospon- less of when such expansion takes place; to S. 2798. A bill to amend title 49, United sor of S. 386, a bill to limit the author- the Committee on Finance . States Code, to terminate the essential air ity of States to tax certain income of

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S. 391 ception from certain group health plan S. 2505 At the request of Mr. PAUL, the name requirements to allow small businesses At the request of Mr. KIRK, the name of the Senator from North Carolina to use pre-tax dollars to assist employ- of the Senator from Louisiana (Mr. (Mr. TILLIS) was added as a cosponsor ees in the purchase of policies in the CASSIDY) was added as a cosponsor of S. of S. 391, a bill to preserve and protect individual health insurance market, 2505, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- the free choice of individual employees and for other purposes. enue Code of 1986 to ensure that retire- to form, join, or assist labor organiza- S. 2200 ment investors receive advice in their tions, or to refrain from such activi- At the request of Mrs. FISCHER, the best interests, and for other purposes. ties. name of the Senator from Louisiana S. 2577 S. 577 (Mr. CASSIDY) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. CORNYN, the At the request of Mr. TOOMEY, the of S. 2200, a bill to amend the Fair names of the Senator from Maine (Ms. name of the Senator from Arizona (Mr. Labor Standards Act of 1938 to COLLINS) and the Senator from Vir- MCCAIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. strengthen equal pay requirements. ginia (Mr. WARNER) were added as co- 577, a bill to amend the Clean Air Act S. 2217 sponsors of S. 2577, a bill to protect to eliminate the corn ethanol mandate crime victims’ rights, to eliminate the for renewable fuel. At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the name of the Senator from Arizona (Mr. substantial backlog of DNA and other S. 857 MCCAIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. forensic evidence samples to improve At the request of Ms. STABENOW, the and expand the forensic science testing name of the Senator from Mississippi 2217, a bill to amend the Federal Food, capacity of Federal, State, and local (Mr. COCHRAN) was added as a cospon- Drug, and Cosmetic Act to improve and crime laboratories, to increase re- sor of S. 857, a bill to amend title XVIII clarify certain disclosure requirements search and development of new testing of the Social Security Act to provide for restaurants and similar retail food technologies, to develop new training for coverage under the Medicare pro- establishments, and to amend the au- programs regarding the collection and gram of an initial comprehensive care thority to bring proceedings under sec- use of forensic evidence, to provide plan for Medicare beneficiaries newly tion 403A. post-conviction testing of DNA evi- diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and S. 2283 dence to exonerate the innocent, to related dementias, and for other pur- At the request of Mr. DAINES, the poses. name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. support accreditation efforts of foren- sic science laboratories and medical ex- S. 1112 SULLIVAN) was added as a cosponsor of aminer offices, to address training and At the request of Mr. FRANKEN, the S. 2283, a bill to ensure that small busi- equipment needs, to improve the per- name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. ness providers of broadband Internet formance of counsel in State capital BROWN) was added as a cosponsor of S. access service can devote resources to 1112, a bill to amend the Occupational broadband deployment rather than cases, and for other purposes. Safety and Health Act of 1970 to expand compliance with cumbersome regu- S. 2707 coverage under the Act, to increase latory requirements. At the request of Mr. SCOTT, the names of the Senator from Texas (Mr. protections for whistleblowers, to in- S. 2373 CORNYN), the Senator from North Caro- crease penalties for high gravity viola- At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the lina (Mr. TILLIS), the Senator from tions, to adjust penalties for inflation, name of the Senator from Oregon (Mr. Mississippi (Mr. COCHRAN), the Senator to provide rights for victims or their MERKLEY) was added as a cosponsor of from Georgia (Mr. ISAKSON), the Sen- family members, and for other pur- S. 2373, a bill to amend title XVIII of ator from Georgia (Mr. PERDUE), the poses. the Social Security Act to provide for Senator from Wyoming (Mr. ENZI), the S. 1444 Medicare coverage of certain Senator from Nevada (Mr. HELLER), the At the request of Mr. PETERS, the lymphedema compression treatment Senator from Oklahoma (Mr. name of the Senator from Michigan items as items of durable medical LANKFORD), the Senator from South (Ms. STABENOW) was added as a cospon- equipment. sor of S. 1444, a bill to amend the Inter- Dakota (Mr. ROUNDS), the Senator from S. 2385 nal Revenue Code of 1986 to reduce the Louisiana (Mr. VITTER), and the Sen- At the request of Mr. COONS, the rate of tax regarding the taxation of ator from Arizona (Mr. FLAKE) were names of the Senator from New Jersey distilled spirits. added as cosponsors of S. 2707, a bill to (Mr. MENENDEZ) and the Senator from S. 1555 require the Secretary of Labor to nul- Maine (Ms. COLLINS) were added as co- At the request of Ms. HIRONO, the lify the proposed rule regarding defin- sponsors of S. 2385, a bill to strengthen name of the Senator from Connecticut ing and delimiting the exemptions for protections for the remaining popu- (Mr. MURPHY) was added as a cosponsor executive, administrative, professional, lations of wild elephants, rhinoceroses, of S. 1555, a bill to award a Congres- outside sales, and computer employees, and other imperiled species through sional Gold Medal, collectively, to the to require the Secretary of Labor to country-specific anti-poaching efforts Filipino veterans of World War II, in conduct a full and complete economic and anti-trafficking strategies, to pro- recognition of the dedicated service of analysis with improved economic data the veterans during World War II. mote the value of wildlife and natural on small businesses, nonprofit employ- resources, to curtail the demand for il- S. 1562 ers, Medicare or Medicaid dependent legal wildlife products in consumer At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the health care providers, and small gov- countries, and for other purposes. name of the Senator from Mississippi ernmental jurisdictions, and all other (Mr. COCHRAN) was added as a cospon- S. 2497 employers, and minimize the impact on sor of S. 1562, a bill to amend the Inter- At the request of Mr. BLUNT, the such employers, before promulgating nal Revenue Code of 1986 to reform tax- name of the Senator from Louisiana any substantially similar rule, and to ation of alcoholic beverages. (Mr. CASSIDY) was added as a cosponsor provide a rule of construction regard- S. 1651 of S. 2497, a bill to amend the Securi- ing the salary threshold exemption At the request of Mr. BROWN, the ties Exchange Act of 1934 to provide under the Fair Labor Standards Act of name of the Senator from New York protections for retail customers, and 1938, and for other purposes. (Mrs. GILLIBRAND) was added as a co- for other purposes. S. 2736 sponsor of S. 1651, a bill to amend title S. 2502 At the request of Mr. THUNE, the II of the Social Security Act to repeal At the request of Mr. ISAKSON, the name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. the Government pension offset and name of the Senator from Louisiana PORTMAN) was added as a cosponsor of windfall elimination provisions. (Mr. CASSIDY) was added as a cosponsor S. 2736, a bill to improve access to du- S. 1697 of S. 2502, a bill to amend the Employee rable medical equipment for Medicare At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the Retirement Income Security Act of beneficiaries under the Medicare pro- name of the Senator from Colorado 1974 to ensure that retirement inves- gram, and for other purposes.

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(Mr. SHELBY) and the Senator from a condition of their receipt of supplies. 2770, a bill to amend the Communica- Georgia (Mr. PERDUE) were added as co- Moreover, they can be denied funding if tions Act of 1934 to require providers of sponsors of amendment No. 3591 in- found drunk on a reservation. a covered service to provide call loca- tended to be proposed to H.R. 636, a bill These statutes actually remain on tion information concerning the tele- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of the books of the land and, in many communications device of a user of 1986 to permanently extend increased cases, are more than a century old and such service to an investigative or law expensing limitations, and for other continue the stigma of subjugation and enforcement officer in an emergency purposes. paternalism from that time period. It situation involving risk of death or se- AMENDMENT NO. 3624 is without question that they should be rious physical injury or in order to re- At the request of Mr. SCHATZ, the stricken. spond to the user’s call for emergency name of the Senator from New Jersey We cannot adequately repair history, services. (Mr. BOOKER) was added as a cosponsor but we can move forward. Because of AMENDMENT NO. 3286 of amendment No. 3624 intended to be this, today I am introducing the RE- At the request of Mr. HELLER, the proposed to H.R. 636, a bill to amend SPECT Act or the Repealing Existing names of the Senator from Colorado the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to Substandard Provisions Encouraging (Mr. GARDNER), the Senator from Or- permanently extend increased expens- Conciliation with Tribes Act. egon (Mr. WYDEN), the Senator from ing limitations, and for other purposes. I wish to list some of the 12 existing Idaho (Mr. RISCH), the Senator from laws that the RESPECT Act will re- AMENDMENT NO. 3654 Colorado (Mr. BENNET), the Senator peal. In Chapter 25 of the United States At the request of Mr. CORNYN, the from Montana (Mr. TESTER), the Sen- Code, section 302, entitled ‘‘Education name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. ator from Montana (Mr. DAINES), and of Indians, Indian Reform School; rules RUBIO) was added as a cosponsor of the Senator from New Mexico (Mr. and regulations; consent of parents to amendment No. 3654 intended to be pro- UDALL) were added as cosponsors of placing youth in reform school,’’ the posed to H.R. 636, a bill to amend the amendment No. 3286 intended to be pro- Commissioner of Indian affairs was di- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to per- posed to S. 2012, an original bill to pro- rected to place Indian youth in Indian manently extend increased expensing vide for the modernization of the en- reform schools without the consent of limitations, and for other purposes. ergy policy of the United States, and their parents. for other purposes. AMENDMENT NO. 3657 The issue of off-reservation Indian AMENDMENT NO. 3490 At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the boarding schools, in particular, is a At the request of Ms. CANTWELL, the name of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. rightfully sensitive one for our Native name of the Senator from Hawaii (Ms. HELLER) was added as a cosponsor of Americans. Between 1879 and into the HIRONO) was added as a cosponsor of amendment No. 3657 intended to be pro- 20th century, at least 830,000 Indian amendment No. 3490 proposed to H.R. posed to H.R. 636, a bill to amend the children were taken to boarding 636, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to per- schools to allegedly ‘‘civilize them.’’ enue Code of 1986 to permanently ex- manently extend increased expensing Many parents were threatened with tend increased expensing limitations, limitations, and for other purposes. surrendering their children or their and for other purposes. AMENDMENT NO. 3683 food rations. This law, in fact, is also AMENDMENT NO. 3548 At the request of Mr. BOOKER, the still on the books. At the request of Mr. BLUMENTHAL, name of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. A requirement exists in section 283, the name of the Senator from Vermont HELLER) was added as a cosponsor of entitled ‘‘Regulations for withholding (Mr. LEAHY) was added as a cosponsor amendment No. 3683 intended to be pro- rations for nonattendance at schools,’’ of amendment No. 3548 intended to be posed to H.R. 636, a bill to amend the that the Secretary of the Interior could proposed to H.R. 636, a bill to amend Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to per- ‘‘prevent the issuing of rations or the the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to manently extend increased expensing furnishing of subsistence to the head of permanently extend increased expens- limitations, and for other purposes. any Indian family for or on account of ing limitations, and for other purposes. f any Indian child or children between AMENDMENT NO. 3557 the ages of eight and twenty-one years STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED At the request of Mr. FLAKE, the who shall not have attended school in BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS name of the Senator from Minnesota the preceding year in accordance with (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) was added as a co- By Mr. ROUNDS: such regulations.’’ sponsor of amendment No. 3557 in- S. 2796. A bill to repeal certain obso- Yet there still exist other outdated tended to be proposed to H.R. 636, a bill lete laws relating to Indians; to the laws relating to wartime status be- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of Committee on Indian Affairs. tween Indians and the United States, 1986 to permanently extend increased Mr. ROUNDS. Mr. President, today I such as those found in section 72 of the expensing limitations, and for other rise to introduce a bill to begin to ad- Code, entitled ‘‘Abrogation of trea- purposes. dress the list of historic wrongs against ties.’’ Here the President was author- AMENDMENT NO. 3563 Native American citizens brought by ized to declare all treaties with such At the request of Mr. HEINRICH, his the early U.S. Government. tribes ‘‘abrogated if in his opinion any name was added as a cosponsor of The idea that these laws were ever Indian tribe is in actual hostility to amendment No. 3563 intended to be pro- considered is disturbing, but the fact the United States.’’ posed to H.R. 636, a bill to amend the that these laws remain on our books is, In section 127, entitled ‘‘Moneys or Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to per- at best, an oversight. Currently, Native annuities of hostile Indians,’’ moneys manently extend increased expensing Americans who are U.S. citizens just or annuities stipulated by any treaty limitations, and for other purposes. like you and me are still legally sub- with an Indian tribe could be stopped if AMENDMENT NO. 3568 ject to a series of obsolete, historically the tribe ‘‘has engaged in hostilities At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the wrong statutes. These statutes are a against the United States, or against names of the Senator from Minnesota sad reminder of the hostile aggression its citizens peacefully or lawfully so- (Ms. KLOBUCHAR) and the Senator from and overt racism that the Federal Gov- journing or traveling within its juris- Arizona (Mr. FLAKE) were added as co- ernment exhibited toward Native diction at the time of such hostilities.’’ sponsors of amendment No. 3568 in- Americans as the government at- Likewise, in section 128, entitled tended to be proposed to H.R. 636, a bill tempted to assimilate them into what ‘‘Appropriations not paid to Indians at to amend the Internal Revenue Code of was considered modern society. war with United States,’’ none of the 1986 to permanently extend increased In 2016, laws still exist that would appropriations made for the Indian expensing limitations, and for other allow for the forced removal of their Service could ‘‘be paid to any band of purposes. children, who can be sent to boarding Indians or any portion of any band

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:11 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.017 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2027 while at war with the United States or led to mistreatment by the Federal ers and have done an outstanding job coach- with the white citizens of any of the Government. ing the UND men’s hockey program; States or Territories.’’ As Governor of South Dakota, I pro- Whereas under the leadership of Interim Moreover, in section 138, entitled President Ed Schafer and Athletic Director claimed 2010 the Year of Unity in Brian Faison, academic and athletic excel- ‘‘Goods withheld from chiefs violating South Dakota. This was done in rec- lence has been promoted at UND; treaty stipulations,’’ delivery of goods ognition of the need to continue build- Whereas thousands of UND fans attended or merchandise could be denied to the ing upon the legacy and work of those the NCAA division I men’s hockey champion- chiefs of any tribe by authority of any who came before us. The year 2010 also ship game, reflecting the tremendous fan treaty ‘‘if such chiefs’’ had ‘‘violated marked the 20th anniversary of the base of UND, which showcases the spirit and the stipulations contained in such trea- Year of Reconciliation in South Da- dedication of UND hockey fans and has ty.’’ kota, which was an effort by the late helped to propel the success of the UND Finally, in section 129, entitled men’s hockey team; and Governor George Mickelson as a way to Whereas the UND men’s hockey team’s vic- ‘‘Moneys due Indians holding captives bring all races together. The Year of tory in the 2016 NCAA division I men’s hock- other than Indians withheld,’’ the Sec- Unity and the Year of Reconciliation ey championship was also a victory for the retary of the Interior was ‘‘authorized were efforts to build upon a common entire State of North Dakota: Now, there- to withhold, from any tribe of Indians purpose, acknowledge our differences, fore, be it who may hold any captives other than and yet find ways to work together. I Resolved, That the Senate— Indians, any moneys due them from (1) congratulates the University of North suspect we could use a lot more of that Dakota men’s hockey team, the 2016 Na- the United States until said captives in Washington, DC. tional Collegiate Athletic Association divi- shall be surrendered to the lawful au- While legislative bodies before us sion I men’s hockey champions; thorities of the United States.’’ have taken steps to rectify our pre- (2) commends the players, coaches, and In section 130, entitled ‘‘Withholding vious failures relative to Native Ameri- staff of the University of North Dakota of moneys or goods on account of in- cans, sadly, these laws remain, and out men’s hockey team for their hard work and toxicating liquors,’’ racist identifica- of a sense of justice, I believe we should dedication; and (3) recognizes the students, alumni, and tions tying drunkenness by Indians to repeal them. Imagine a scenario where receipt of funds still exist, stipulating loyal fans for supporting the University of descendants of those from Norway, North Dakota men’s hockey team on a suc- that no ‘‘annuities, or moneys, or Britain, Italy, or any other country for cessful quest to capture another National goods’’ could ‘‘be paid or distributed to that matter, were treated with the Collegiate Athletic Association division I Indians while they’’ were—and, once same patronizing air of superiority. men’s hockey championship trophy for the again, I will quote—‘‘under the influ- Only Native Americans face this dis- University of North Dakota. ence of any description of intoxicating crimination, and it is long overdue to f liquor, nor while there are good and repeal these noxious laws. SENATE RESOLUTION 420—CON- sufficient reasons leading the officers I would take this opportunity to urge GRATULATING THE 2016 NA- or agents, whose duty it may be to my colleagues to join me in supporting TIONAL CHAMPION AUGUSTANA make such payments or distribution, this bill and to put an end to this bla- VIKINGS FOR THEIR WIN IN THE to believe that there is any species of tant discrimination against Native 2016 NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATH- intoxicating liquor within convenient Americans. We can’t change our his- LETIC ASSOCIATION DIVISION II reach.’’ tory, but we can start to change the Mandatory work on reservations still MEN’S BASKETBALL TOUR- paternalistic mentality of the Federal NAMENT exists in section 137, entitled ‘‘Supplies Government toward the Native people. distributed to able-bodied males on Mr. ROUNDS (for himself and Mr. f condition.’’ Once again, I will quote THUNE) submitted the following resolu- from the text: ‘‘For the purpose of in- SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS tion; which was considered and agreed ducing Indians to labor and become to: self-supporting, it is provided that, in S. RES. 420 distributing the supplies and annuities SENATE RESOLUTION 419—CON- Whereas, on March 26, 2016, the Augustana to the Indians for whom the same are GRATULATING THE UNIVERSITY University Vikings defeated the Lincoln Me- appropriated, the agent distributing OF NORTH DAKOTA MEN’S HOCK- morial University Railsplitters 90 to 81 in the same could require all able-bodied EY TEAM FOR WINNING THE 2016 the championship game of the National Col- NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATH- legiate Athletic Association Division II male Indians between the ages of eight- Men’s Basketball Tournament in Frisco, een and forty-five to perform service LETIC ASSOCIATION DIVISION I MEN’S HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP Texas; upon the reservation, for the benefit of Whereas this is the first national title for themselves or of the tribe’’ in return Mr. HOEVEN (for himself and Ms. the Augustana Vikings basketball program for supplies. HEITKAMP) submitted the following res- and the third national title overall for the Let me summarize what I said in the olution; which was considered and school; beginning. In the year 2016 in the agreed to: Whereas Augustana senior student athletes Daniel Jansen and Casey Schilling have been United States, Native Americans—citi- S. RES. 419 zens like you and me—are still legally named 2 of 13 finalists for the Bevo Francis Whereas the University of North Dakota Award, which honors the player who had the subject to outrageous, racist, and out- (referred to in this preamble as ‘‘UND’’) best overall season within Small College dated laws that were wrong at their in- men’s hockey team won the 2016 National Basketball; ception. There is no place in our legal Collegiate Athletic Association (referred to Whereas the Augustana coach, Tom code for such laws. in this preamble as the ‘‘NCAA’’) division I Billeter, was named Coach of the Year by the In my home State of South Dakota, men’s hockey championship game in Tampa National Association of Basketball Coaches; which is home to 9 tribes and roughly Bay, Florida, on April 9, 2016, in a hard- Whereas, during the 2015–2016 season, the 75,000 enrolled members, we strive to fought victory over the Quinnipiac Univer- Augustana Vikings finished with a record of sity Bobcats of Connecticut by a score of 5 to work together to constantly improve 34–2; and 1; Whereas the presence of 3 seniors and 4 relationships and to mend our history Whereas the UND men’s hockey team had juniors on the roster of the Augustana Vi- through reconciliation and mutual re- an incredible 2015–16 season, during which kings represents the commitment of those spect. It is not always easy, but with Coach Brad Berry became the first head students to the university and the work of our futures tied together, with our coach to win an NCAA division I men’s hock- Augustana University to enshrine the ideal children in mind, reconciliation is ey national championship in an individual’s of the student athlete into the ethos of the something we are committed to. first season as head coach; university: Now, therefore, be it History also proves that since the Whereas the UND men’s hockey team won Resolved, That the Senate— onset of the government’s relationship its eighth NCAA division I men’s hockey (1) congratulates and honors the championship and ended the 2015–16 season Augustana University men’s basketball team with the tribes, it has been com- with a 34–6–4 record; and its loyal fans on the performance of the plicated and challenging over the Whereas Coach Brad Berry and the coach- team in the 2016 National Collegiate Athletic years, sometimes downright dark and ing staff have instilled character and perse- Association Division II Men’s Basketball disrespectful, and to this day often has verance in the UND men’s hockey team play- Tournament; and

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THE 2016 NATIONAL COLLEGIATE estimate for the economic cost of violent ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION DIVI- and property crimes in the United States f SION I TITLE was $17,000,000,000 per year; Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself and Whereas that economic cost does not ac- count for the struggle of a crime victim to be SENATE RESOLUTION 423—CON- Mr. MURPHY) submitted the following made whole or losses that result from being GRATULATING THE UNIVERSITY resolution; which was considered and the victim of a crime, including losses of OF MINNESOTA WOMEN’S ICE agreed to: psychological, emotional, and physical well- HOCKEY TEAM ON WINNING THE S. RES. 421 being; 2016 NATIONAL COLLEGIATE ATH- Whereas, on Tuesday, April 5, 2016, the Uni- Whereas despite impressive accomplish- LETIC ASSOCIATION WOMEN’S ments between 1974 and 2016 in increasing versity of Connecticut Women’s Basketball ICE HOCKEY CHAMPIONSHIP Team (in this preamble referred to as the rights of, and services available to, crime ‘‘UConn’’) won the 2016 National Collegiate victims and survivors and the families of the Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself and Mr. Athletic Association (in this preamble re- victims and survivors, many challenges re- FRANKEN) submitted the following res- ferred to as the ‘‘NCAA’’) Division I title main to ensure that all crime victims and with an 82-51 win over the Syracuse Orange survivors and the families of the victims and olution; which was considered and at Bankers Life Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, survivors are— agreed to: Indiana; (1) treated with dignity, fairness, and re- S. RES. 423 Whereas this is UConn’s fourth consecutive spect; NCAA national championship and 11th NCAA (2) offered support and services, regardless Whereas, on Sunday, March 20, 2016, the national championship overall; of whether the victims and survivors report University of Minnesota Gophers won the Whereas Breanna Stewart was awarded the crimes committed against them; and 2016 National Collegiate Athletic Association Most Outstanding Player of the Final Four (3) recognized as key participants within (referred to in this preamble as the ‘‘NCAA’’) for an unprecedented fourth time; the criminal, juvenile, Federal, and tribal Women’s Ice Hockey Championship against Whereas UConn finished the 2015-2016 sea- justice systems in the United States when previously undefeated Boston College by a son with a record of 38-0 and extended its the victims and survivors report crimes; score of 3 to 1; winning streak to 75 games; Whereas crime victims and survivors in the Whereas, on Friday, March 18, 2016, Sarah Whereas UConn has won 122 of its last 123 United States and the families of the victims Potomak scored the game-winning goal in games, with each win coming by double dig- and survivors need and deserve support and overtime to give the University of Minnesota its; and assistance to help cope with the often dev- a 3-2 win over rival University of Wisconsin Whereas Geno Auriemma passed John astating consequences of crime; in a Frozen Four semifinal game and ad- Wooden for the most national championships Whereas, during each year beginning in vance to the national championship game for won by any head coach in NCAA Division I 1984 through 2015, communities across the the fifth consecutive year; basketball history: Now, therefore, be it United States joined Congress and the De- Whereas the University of Minnesota Wom- Resolved, That the Senate— partment of Justice in commemorating ‘‘Na- en’s Ice Hockey Team won an impressive 35 (1) commends the University of Con- tional Crime Victims’ Rights Week’’ to cele- games during the 2015-2016 season; necticut Women’s Basketball Team for win- brate a shared vision of a comprehensive and Whereas the University of Minnesota Wom- ning the 2016 National Collegiate Athletic collaborative response that identifies and ad- en’s Ice Hockey Team has won 4 of the last Association Division I title; dresses the many needs of crime victims and 5 national championships; (2) congratulates the fans, students, and survivors and the families of the victims and Whereas the University of Minnesota Wom- faculty of the University of Connecticut; and survivors; en’s Ice Hockey Team has won 7 national (3) respectfully requests that the Secretary Whereas Congress and the President agree championships overall, including back-to- of the Senate transmit an enrolled copy of on the need for a renewed commitment to back championships in 2004 and 2005, 2012 and this resolution to— serve all victims and survivors of crime in 2013, and 2015 and 2016; (A) the President of the University of Con- the 21st century; Whereas the University of Minnesota Wom- necticut, Susan Herbst; and Whereas the theme of 2016 ‘‘National Crime en’s Ice Hockey Team has the most NCAA (B) the Head Coach of the University of Victims’ Rights Week’’, celebrated during Women’s Ice Hockey Championships and Connecticut Women’s Basketball Team, the week of April 10 through April 16, 2016, is NCAA Women’s Ice Hockey Tournament Luigi ‘‘Geno’’ Auriemma. ‘‘Serving Victims; Building Trust; Restoring wins; and Hope’’ and highlights the collaborative and Whereas the University of Minnesota Wom- f multifaceted effort to provide comprehensive en’s Ice Hockey program— SENATE RESOLUTION 422—SUP- and quality support to survivors; (1) benefits from 7 years of steady leader- PORTING THE MISSION AND Whereas engaging communities in victim ship from Head Coach Brad Frost; GOALS OF 2016 ‘‘NATIONAL assistance is essential to promoting indi- vidual and public safety; (2) features 3 All-Americans, as named by CRIME VICTIMS’ RIGHTS WEEK’’, Whereas the United States must empower the American Hockey Coaches Association, WHICH INCLUDE INCREASING crime victims and survivors by— on the 2015-2016 team; PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE (1) protecting the legal rights of the vic- (3) has a remarkable roster of players, in- RIGHTS, NEEDS, CONCERNS OF, tims and survivors; and cluding Amanda Kessel, Sarah Potomak, AND SERVICES AVAILABLE TO (2) providing the victims and survivors Amanda Leveille, and Lee Stecklein, all of ASSIST VICTIMS AND SUR- with services to help them in the aftermath whom were named to the 2016 Frozen Four VIVORS OF CRIME IN THE of crime; and All-Tournament Team; and UNITED STATES Whereas the people of the United States recognize and appreciate the continued im- (4) has a multitude of players, past and Mr. GRASSLEY (for himself, Mr. portance of— present, who have represented the United States in Olympic competition: Now, there- LEAHY, Mr. SCHUMER, Mr. HATCH, Mr. (1) promoting the rights of and services for fore, be it TOOMEY, Mr. SESSIONS, and Mrs. FEIN- crime victims and survivors; and STEIN) submitted the following resolu- (2) honoring crime victims and survivors Resolved, That the Senate recognizes— tion; which was considered and agreed and individuals who provide services for the (1) the University of Minnesota Women’s to: victims and survivors: Now, therefore, be it Ice Hockey Team on winning the 2016 Na- Resolved, That the Senate— tional Collegiate Athletic Association Wom- S. RES. 422 (1) supports the mission and goals of 2016 en’s Ice Hockey Championship; and Whereas individuals in the United States ‘‘National Crime Victims’ Rights Week’’, (2) the achievements of the players, coach- are the victims of more than 20,000,000 which include increasing individual and pub- es, staff, and fans who contributed to the crimes each year; lic awareness of— championship season.

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Mrs. MURRAY (for herself and Ms. HEITKAMP) submitted the following res- ment intended to be proposed to amendment CANTWELL) submitted an amendment in- olution; which was considered and SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 agreed to: THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. S. RES. 424 on the table. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the Whereas the Take Our Daughters To Work SA 3688. Mr. FRANKEN (for himself and table. program was created in New York City as a Mr. GRASSLEY) submitted an amendment in- SA 3702. Mr. MCCAIN submitted an amend- response to research that showed that, by tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 ment intended to be proposed to amendment the 8th grade, many girls were dropping out proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. of school, had low self-esteem, and lacked (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the confidence; 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie Whereas, in 2003, the name of the program table. on the table. was changed to ‘‘Take Our Daughters And SA 3689. Mr. FRANKEN submitted an SA 3703. Mr. HATCH submitted an amend- Sons To Work’’ so that boys who face many amendment intended to be proposed to ment intended to be proposed to amendment of the same challenges as girls could also be amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. involved in the program; NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the Whereas, in 2016, the mission of the pro- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie gram, to develop ‘‘innovative strategies that was ordered to lie on the table. on the table. SA 3690. Mr. NELSON submitted an amend- empower girls and boys to overcome societal SA 3704. Mrs. FEINSTEIN (for herself, Mr. ment intended to be proposed to amendment barriers to reach their full potential’’, fully TILLIS, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. PERDUE, Mr. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. reflects the addition of boys; LEE, and Mr. MARKEY) submitted an amend- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the Whereas the Take Our Daughters And Sons ment intended to be proposed to amendment bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie To Work Foundation, a nonprofit organiza- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. on the table. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the tion, has grown to be one of the largest pub- SA 3691. Mr. MARKEY (for himself, Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie lic awareness campaigns, with more than BLUMENTHAL, and Ms. KLOBUCHAR) submitted 39,000,000 participants annually in more than an amendment intended to be proposed to on the table. SA 3705. Mrs. BOXER (for herself, Ms. KLO- 3,000,000 organizations and workplaces rep- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- BUCHAR, Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, resenting each State; NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. Mr. MARKEY, Mrs. SHAHEEN, and Mr. Whereas, in 2007, the Take Our Daughters NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which FRANKEN) submitted an amendment intended To Work program transitioned to Elizabeth was ordered to lie on the table. City, North Carolina, became known as the SA 3692. Ms. CANTWELL submitted an to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work amendment intended to be proposed to posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for ELSON Foundation, and received national recogni- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- himself and Mr. N )) to the bill H.R. 636, tion for its dedication to future generations; NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3706. Ms. CANTWELL submitted an Whereas, every year, mayors, governors, NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which and other private and public officials sign was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to proclamations and lend support to Take Our SA 3693. Mr. PAUL submitted an amend- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- Daughters And Sons To Work Day; ment intended to be proposed to amendment NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. Whereas the fame of the Take Our Daugh- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which ters And Sons To Work program has spread THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the was ordered to lie on the table. overseas, with requests and inquiries being bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3707. Mr. MORAN (for himself and Mr. made from around the world on how to oper- on the table. SESSIONS) submitted an amendment intended ate the program; SA 3694. Mr. KAINE submitted an amend- to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- Whereas 2016 marks the 23rd anniversary of ment intended to be proposed to amendment posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for the Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, program; THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. Whereas Take Our Daughters And Sons to bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3708. Mr. MORAN submitted an amend- Work Day will be observed on Thursday, on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment April 28, 2016; and SA 3695. Mr. MARKEY submitted an SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. Whereas, by offering opportunities for chil- amendment intended to be proposed to THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the dren to experience activities and events, amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Day NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. on the table. is intended to continue helping millions of NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3709. Mr. THUNE submitted an amend- girls and boys on an annual basis to examine was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment their opportunities and strive to reach their SA 3696. Mr. REED submitted an amend- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. fullest potential: Now, therefore, be it ment intended to be proposed to amendment THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the Resolved, That the Senate— SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie (1) recognizes the goals of introducing our THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the on the table. daughters and sons to the workplace; and bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3710. Mr. JOHNSON (for himself, Mr. (2) commends all participants of Take Our on the table. LEAHY, Ms. MURKOWSKI, and Mr. SCHUMER) Daughters And Sons To Work Day for the— SA 3697. Mr. REED submitted an amend- submitted an amendment intended to be pro- (A) ongoing contributions that the partici- ment intended to be proposed to amendment posed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. pants make to education; and SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and (B) vital role that the participants play in THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; promoting and ensuring a brighter, stronger bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie which was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3711. Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for herself and future for the United States. on the table. SA 3698. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself and Ms. Mr. SCHUMER) submitted an amendment in- f CANTWELL) submitted an amendment in- tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 AMENDMENTS SUBMITTED AND tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE PROPOSED proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the SA 3685. Mr. HELLER (for himself and Mr. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. REID) submitted an amendment intended to table. SA 3712. Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for herself and be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed SA 3699. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself and Ms. Mr. SCHUMER) submitted an amendment in- by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for him- CANTWELL) submitted an amendment in- tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 self and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. permanently extend increased expensing lim- (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the itations, and for other purposes; which was 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. ordered to lie on the table. table. SA 3713. Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for herself and SA 3686. Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. WAR- SA 3700. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself and Ms. Mr. SCHUMER) submitted an amendment in- NER, and Mr. FLAKE) submitted an amend- CANTWELL) submitted an amendment in- tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679

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proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE SA 3727. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself and amendment intended to be proposed to (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. Mrs. MURRAY) submitted an amendment in- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. table. proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3714. Ms. HEITKAMP (for herself and (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. was ordered to lie on the table. Mr. INHOFE) submitted an amendment in- 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the SA 3742. Ms. HIRONO (for herself, Ms. MUR- tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 table. KOWSKI, Mr. SCHATZ, and Mr. SULLIVAN) sub- proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE SA 3728. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself, Mrs. mitted an amendment intended to be pro- (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. MURRAY, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, and Mr. MARKEY) posed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the submitted an amendment intended to be pro- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and table. posed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; SA 3715. Ms. HEITKAMP submitted an MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; SA 3743. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amend- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- which was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3729. Mr. VITTER submitted an amend- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which ment intended to be proposed to amendment THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3716. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself and THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the on the table. Mr. ISAKSON) submitted an amendment in- bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3744. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amend- tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE SA 3730. Mr. VITTER submitted an amend- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. ment intended to be proposed to amendment THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie table. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the on the table. SA 3717. Mr. CASSIDY submitted an bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3745. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amend- amendment intended to be proposed to on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3731. Mrs. BOXER submitted an amend- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- ment intended to be proposed to amendment THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the on the table. was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3746. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amend- SA 3718. Mr. CARPER (for himself, Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment SCHUMER, Mr. WYDEN, and Mr. COONS) sub- SA 3732. Mr. BOOKER (for himself, Mr. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. mitted an amendment intended to be pro- DAINES, and Mr. HELLER) submitted an THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the posed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- on the table. Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3747. Mr. INHOFE (for himself and Mr. which was ordered to lie on the table. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which BROWN) submitted an amendment intended SA 3719. Mr. MANCHIN submitted an was ordered to lie on the table. to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3733. Mr. HOEVEN (for himself and Mr. posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- WYDEN) submitted an amendment intended himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for SA 3748. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amend- was ordered to lie on the table. himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3720. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted an supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3734. Mr. BROWN (for himself and Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- PORTMAN) submitted an amendment intended bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- on the table. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for SA 3749. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted an was ordered to lie on the table. himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3721. Mr. HOEVEN submitted an supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3735. Mr. SASSE submitted an amend- NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- ment intended to be proposed to amendment NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. was ordered to lie on the table. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the SA 3750. Mrs. McCASKILL submitted an was ordered to lie on the table. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3722. Mr. RUBIO submitted an amend- on the table. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3736. Mr. WARNER (for himself and Mr. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. INHOFE) submitted an amendment intended NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- was ordered to lie on the table. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for SA 3751. Mrs. McCASKILL submitted an on the table. himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3723. Ms. MURKOWSKI (for herself and supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- Mr. SULLIVAN) submitted an amendment in- SA 3737. Mr. KIRK (for himself and Mr. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 HATCH) submitted an amendment intended to NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed was ordered to lie on the table. (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for him- SA 3752. Ms. AYOTTE (for herself and Ms. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the self and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, HEITKAMP) submitted an amendment in- table. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 SA 3724. Ms. MURKOWSKI (for herself and SA 3738. Mr. VITTER submitted an amend- proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE Mr. SULLIVAN) submitted an amendment in- ment intended to be proposed to amendment (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the table. (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie SA 3753. Mr. HOEVEN (for himself and Mr. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the on the table. TESTER) submitted an amendment intended table. SA 3739. Mr. ROUNDS (for himself and Mr. to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- SA 3725. Mr. FLAKE submitted an amend- LEE) submitted an amendment intended to posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for ment intended to be proposed to amendment be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for him- supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the self and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, SA 3754. Mr. HATCH submitted an amend- bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment on the table. SA 3740. Ms. HIRONO (for herself and Mr. SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. SA 3726. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself, Mrs. DAINES) submitted an amendment intended THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the MURRAY, and Ms. HIRONO) submitted an to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie amendment intended to be proposed to posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for on the table. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, SA 3755. Ms. WARREN submitted an NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3741. Ms. HIRONO (for herself, Mr. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- was ordered to lie on the table. DAINES, and Mr. TESTER) submitted an NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr.

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NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. was ordered to lie on the table. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3756. Mr. WHITEHOUSE submitted an NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3785. Mr. WARNER (for himself and Mr. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- SA 3771. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an KAINE) submitted an amendment intended to NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for him- was ordered to lie on the table. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. self and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, SA 3757. Mr. BROWN submitted an amend- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3786. Mr. NELSON submitted an amend- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. SA 3772. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an ment intended to be proposed by him to the THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the amendment intended to be proposed to bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- on the table. on the table. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3758. Mr. TESTER (for himself and Mr. SA 3787. Mr. PAUL submitted an amend- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which ment intended to be proposed by him to the DAINES) submitted an amendment intended was ordered to lie on the table. to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- bill S. 2012, to provide for the modernization SA 3773. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an of the energy policy of the United States, posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for amendment intended to be proposed to himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, and for other purposes; which was ordered to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- lie on the table. supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3759. Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself, SA 3788. Mr. INHOFE (for Mr. CASEY) pro- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which Mr. LEAHY, Mr. MARKEY, and Ms. BALDWIN) posed an amendment to the bill H.R. 1493, to was ordered to lie on the table. protect and preserve international cultural submitted an amendment intended to be pro- SA 3774. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an property at risk due to political instability, posed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and armed conflict, or natural or other disasters, amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; and for other purposes. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. which was ordered to lie on the table. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3760. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an was ordered to lie on the table. f amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3775. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- amendment intended to be proposed to NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. TEXT OF AMENDMENTS amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. SA 3685. Mr. HELLER (for himself was ordered to lie on the table. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3761. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an and Mr. REID) submitted an amend- was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to ment intended to be proposed to SA 3776. Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for himself amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. and Mr. MARKEY) submitted an amendment NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself intended to be proposed to amendment SA NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. was ordered to lie on the table. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the to amend the Internal Revenue Code of SA 3762. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an 1986 to permanently extend increased amendment intended to be proposed to bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. expensing limitations, and for other amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- SA 3777. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. purposes; which was ordered to lie on amendment intended to be proposed to NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which the table; as follows: amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- was ordered to lie on the table. At the end of title V, add the following: SA 3763. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SEC. 5037. EXPANSION OF ALLOWABLE COSTS amendment intended to be proposed to UNDER PORT OF ENTRY PARTNER- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3778. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an SHIP PILOT PROGRAM. NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. amendment intended to be proposed to (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 559(e)(3) of the NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which Department of Homeland Security Appro- was ordered to lie on the table. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. priations Act, 2014 (division F of Public Law SA 3764. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an 113–76; 6 U.S.C. 211 note) is amended— amendment intended to be proposed to NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. (1) by amending subparagraph (B) to read amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- as follows: NELL HUNE SA 3779. Mr. CORNYN (for himself, Mr. (for Mr. T (for himself and Mr. ‘‘(B) FOR CERTAIN COSTS.—The authority NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which FLAKE, Mr. HELLER, and Mr. MCCAIN) sub- mitted an amendment intended to be pro- found in this subsection may only be used at was ordered to lie on the table. U.S. Customs and Border Protection-serviced SA 3765. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an posed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. air ports of entry to enter into reimbursable amendment intended to be proposed to MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and fee agreements for— amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; ‘‘(i) salaries and expenses of not more than NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. which was ordered to lie on the table. 5 full-time equivalent U.S. Customs and Bor- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3780. Mr. NELSON submitted an amend- der Protection officers; was ordered to lie on the table. ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3766. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. ‘‘(ii) costs incurred by U.S. Customs and amendment intended to be proposed to THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the Border Protection for the payment of over- time to employees; amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie ‘‘(iii) the salaries and expenses of individ- NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. on the table. uals employed by U.S. Customs and Border NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3781. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted an was ordered to lie on the table. amendment intended to be proposed to Protection to support U.S. Customs and Bor- SA 3767. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- der Protection officers in performing law en- amendment intended to be proposed to NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. forcement functions at ports of entry, in- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which cluding primary and secondary processing of NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. was ordered to lie on the table. passengers; and NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which SA 3782. Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for herself and ‘‘(iv) other costs incurred by U.S. Customs was ordered to lie on the table. Mr. FRANKEN) submitted an amendment in- and Border Protection relating to services SA 3768. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an tended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 described in paragraph (2), such as tem- amendment intended to be proposed to proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE porary placement or permanent relocation of amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. such individuals.’’; and NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie on the (2) by striking subparagraph (D). NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which table. (b) TRANSITION RULE.—The Commissioner was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3783. Mr. BROWN submitted an amend- of U.S. Customs and Border Protection may SA 3769. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an ment intended to be proposed to amendment modify a reimbursable fee agreement entered amendment intended to be proposed to SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. into under section 559 of the Department of amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2014 NELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. bill H.R. 636, supra; which was ordered to lie (division F of Public Law 113–76; 6 U.S.C. 211 NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, supra; which on the table. note), as in effect on the day before the date was ordered to lie on the table. SA 3784. Mr. PERDUE submitted an of the enactment of this Act, to include costs SA 3770. Mr. BLUMENTHAL submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to specified in subsection (e)(3)(B) of that sec- amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCON- tion, as amended by subsection (a).

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EXPANSION OF ALLOWABLE COSTS amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘qualified UNDER CERTAIN REIMBURSABLE small wind energy property’ means— SERVICES AGREEMENTS. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ‘‘(i) property which uses a qualifying small (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 560(g) of the De- wind turbine to generate electricity, or and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, partment of Homeland Security Appropria- ‘‘(ii) property which uses 1 or more wind tions Act, 2013 (division D of Public Law 113– to amend the Internal Revenue Code of turbines with an aggregate nameplate capac- 6; 127 Stat. 380) is amended to read as follows: 1986 to permanently extend increased ity of more than 100 kilowatts but not more ‘‘(g) The authority found in this section expensing limitations, and for other than 20 megawatts.’’, may be used only at U.S. Customs and Bor- purposes; which was ordered to lie on der Protection-serviced air ports of entry to (2) by redesignating subparagraph (C) as enter into reimbursable fee agreements for— the table; as follows: subparagraph (D) and by inserting after sub- ‘‘(1) salaries and expenses of not more than At the appropriate place, insert the fol- paragraph (B) the following new subpara- 5 full-time equivalent U.S. Customs and Bor- lowing: graph: der Protection officers; SEC. lll. EXTENSION OF ADVANCED BIOFUEL ‘‘(C) REGULATIONS.—The Secretary shall ‘‘(2) costs incurred by U.S. Customs and TAX INCENTIVES. prescribe such regulations as may be appro- Border Protection for payment of overtime (a) EXTENSION OF SECOND GENERATION priate to prevent improper division of prop- to employees; BIOFUEL PRODUCER CREDIT.— erty to attempt to meet the limitation under ‘‘(3) the salaries and expenses of individ- (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 40(b)(6)(J)(i) of subparagraph (A)(ii).’’, and uals employed by U.S. Customs and Border the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended (3) in subparagraph (D), as redesignated by Protection to support U.S. Customs and Bor- by striking ‘‘January 1, 2017’’ and inserting paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘December 31, der Protection officers in performing law en- ‘‘January 1, 2020’’. 2016’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, 2021’’. forcement functions at ports of entry, in- (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment (c) DENIAL OF PRODUCTION CREDIT.—Para- cluding primary and secondary processing of made by this subsection shall apply to quali- graph (1) of section 45(d) of the Internal Rev- passengers; and fied second generation biofuel production enue Code of 1986 is amended by striking the ‘‘(4) other costs incurred by U.S. Customs after the date of the enactment of this Act. period at the end and inserting ‘‘or any facil- and Border Protection relating to U.S. Cus- (b) EXTENSION OF SPECIAL ALLOWANCE FOR ity which is a qualified small wind energy toms and Border Protection services, such as SECOND GENERATION BIOFUEL PLANT PROP- property described in section 48(c)(4)(A)(ii) temporary placement or permanent reloca- ERTY.— with respect to which the credit under sec- tion of such individuals.’’. (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 168(l)(2)(D) of the tion 48 is allowable.’’. (b) TRANSITION RULE.—The Commissioner Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments of U.S. Customs and Border Protection may striking ‘‘January 1, 2017’’ and inserting made by this section shall apply to property modify a reimbursable fee agreement entered ‘‘January 1, 2020’’. placed in service after the date of the enact- into under section 560 of the Department of (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment ment of this Act. Homeland Security Appropriations Act, 2013 made by this subsection shall apply to prop- (division D of Public Law 113–6; 127 Stat. 378), erty placed in service after the date of the SA 3690. Mr. NELSON submitted an as in effect on the day before the date of the enactment of this Act. amendment intended to be proposed to enactment of this Act, to include costs speci- (c) EXTENSION OF EXCISE TAX INCENTIVES amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. FOR ALTERNATIVE FUELS.— fied in subsection (g) of that section, as MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself amended by subsection (a). (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 6426 of the Inter- nal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended— and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, SA 3686. Mr. KAINE (for himself, Mr. (A) in subsection (d)(5), by striking ‘‘De- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of WARNER, and Mr. FLAKE) submitted an cember 31, 2016’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, 1986 to permanently extend increased amendment intended to be proposed to 2019’’, and expensing limitations, and for other amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (B) in subsection (e)(3), by striking ‘‘De- purposes; which was ordered to lie on cember 31, 2016’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself the table; as follows: 2019’’. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, At the end of subtitle C of title I, add the (2) PAYMENTS.—Section 6427(e)(6)(C) of such following: to amend the Internal Revenue Code of Code is amended by striking ‘‘December 31, 1986 to permanently extend increased 2016’’ and inserting ‘‘December 31, 2019’’. SEC. 1305. AIRPORT VEHICLE EMISSIONS. expensing limitations, and for other (3) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments Section 40117(a)(3)(G) is amended to read as purposes; which was ordered to lie on made by this paragraph shall apply to fuel follows: the table; as follows: sold or used after the date of the enactment ‘‘(G) A project to reduce emissions under subchapter I of chapter 471 or to use cleaner At the appropriate place, insert the fol- of this Act. lowing: (d) EXTENSION OF CREDIT FOR ALTERNATIVE burning conventional fuels, or for acquiring for use at a commercial service airport vehi- SEC. lll. OBSTRUCTION EVALUATION AERO- FUEL VEHICLE REFUELING PROPERTY.— NAUTICAL STUDIES. (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 30C(g) of the In- cles or ground support equipment that in- The Secretary of Transportation may im- ternal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by clude low-emission technology or use cleaner plement the policy set forth in the notice of striking ‘‘December 31, 2016’’ and inserting burning fuels, or if the airport is located in proposed policy entitled ‘‘Proposal To Con- ‘‘December 31, 2019’’. an air quality nonattainment area (as de- sider the Impact of One Engine Inoperative (2) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment fined in section 171(2) of the Clean Air Act (42 Procedures in Obstruction Evaluation Aero- made by this subsection shall apply to prop- U.S.C. 7501(2))) or a maintenance area re- nautical 7 Studies’’ published by the Depart- erty placed in service after the date of the ferred to in section 175A of such Act (42 ment of Transportation on April 28, 2014 (79 enactment of this Act. U.S.C. 7505a), a project to retrofit any such Fed. Reg. 23300), only if the policy is adopted vehicles or equipment that are powered by a pursuant to a notice and comment rule- SA 3689. Mr. FRANKEN submitted an diesel or gasoline engine with emission con- making. amendment intended to be proposed to trol technologies certified or verified by the amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. Environmental Protection Agency to reduce SA 3687. Mr. KAINE submitted an MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself emissions, if such project would be able to receive emission credits for the project from amendment intended to be proposed to and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, the governing State or Federal environ- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. to amend the Internal Revenue Code of MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself mental agency as described in section 1986 to permanently extend increased 47139.’’. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, expensing limitations, and for other to amend the Internal Revenue Code of purposes; which was ordered to lie on Mr. MARKEY (for himself, 1986 to permanently extend increased SA 3691. the table; as follows: Mr. BLUMENTHAL, and Ms. KLOBUCHAR) expensing limitations, and for other At the appropriate place, insert the fol- submitted an amendment intended to purposes; which was ordered to lie on lowing: the table; as follows: be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- SEC. lll. INVESTMENT TAX CREDIT FOR COM- posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. On page 158, line 8, strike ‘‘an inspection or MUNITY WIND PROJECTS HAVING other investigation’’ and insert ‘‘an accident GENERATION CAPACITY OF NOT THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to finding, inspection, or other investigation’’. MORE THAN 20 MEGAWATTS. the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal On page 159, line 17, strike ‘‘an inspection (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently or other investigation’’ and insert ‘‘an acci- cited as the ‘‘Distributed and Community extend increased expensing limita- dent finding, inspection, or other investiga- Wind Energy Act’’. tions, and for other purposes; which tion’’. (b) IN GENERAL.—Paragraph (4) of section Strike section 5013. 48(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- amended— lows: SA 3688. Mr. FRANKEN (for himself (1) by striking subparagraph (A) and in- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- and Mr. GRASSLEY) submitted an serting the following new subparagraph: lowing:

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AUTHORITY FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT (1) AIR CARRIER.—The term ‘‘air carrier’’ (1) by striking ‘‘The training of’’ and in- means any air carrier that holds an air car- OFFICERS AND EXPLOSIVE DETEC- TION CANINES AT AIRPORTS. serting the following: rier certificate under section 41101 of title 49, ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—The training of’’; and United States Code. (a) IN GENERAL.—The Administration of the Transportation Security Administration (2) by adding at the end the following: (2) INTERSTATE AIR TRANSPORTATION.—The shall require that the air transportation se- ‘‘(II) ACCESS TO TRAINING FACILITIES.—Not term ‘‘interstate air transportation’’ has the later than 180 days after the date of the en- meaning given that term in section 40102 of curity program required by section 44903(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, for actment of the Arm All Pilots Act of 2016, title 49, United States Code. each covered airport include the following: the Secretary shall— (b) REGULATIONS REQUIRED.—Not later (1) Beginning not more than 30 days after ‘‘(aa) designate 5 additional firearms train- than 270 days after the date of the enactment ing facilities located in various regions of of this Act, the Secretary of Transportation the date of the enactment of this Act, that a State or local law enforcement officer is sta- the United States for Federal flight deck of- shall prescribe regulations— ficers relative to the number of such facili- (1) prohibiting an air carrier from imposing tioned not more than 300 feet from each pas- senger screening checkpoint at each covered ties available on the day before such date of fees described in subsection (c) that are un- enactment; reasonable or disproportional to the costs in- airport. (2) Beginning not more than 180 days after ‘‘(bb) designate firearms training facilities curred by the air carrier; and approved before such date of enactment for (2) establishing standards for assessing the date of the enactment of this Act, that an explosives detection canine team of a recurrent training of Federal flight deck of- whether such fees are reasonable and propor- ficers as facilities approved for initial train- tional to the costs incurred by the air car- State or local law enforcement agency is as- signed to each terminal at each covered air- ing and certification of pilots seeking to be rier. deputized as Federal flight deck officers; and (c) FEES DESCRIBED.—The fees described in port. (b) TECHNICAL SUPPORT.—The Adminis- ‘‘(cc) designate additional firearms train- this subsection are— trator of the Transportation Security Ad- ing facilities for recurrent training of Fed- (1) any fee for a change or cancellation of ministration shall provide technical and eral flight deck officers relative to the num- a reservation for a flight in interstate air other support to State or local law enforce- ber of such facilities available on the day be- transportation; ment agencies providing the personnel de- fore such date of enactment.’’. (2) any fee relating to checked baggage to scribed in paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection be transported on a flight in interstate air (b) FIREARMS REQUALIFICATION FOR FED- (a). transportation; and ERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICERS.—Section (c) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: (3) any other fee imposed by an air carrier 44921(c)(2)(C)(iii) is amended— (1) CATEGORY I AIRPORT.—The term ‘‘Cat- relating to a flight in interstate air trans- (1) by striking ‘‘The Under Secretary egory I airport’’ means an airport subject to shall’’ and inserting the following: portation. the security program requirements of sec- (d) CONSIDERATIONS.—In establishing the ‘‘(I) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall’’; tion 1542.103(a) of title 49, Code of Federal standards required by subsection (b)(2), the (2) in subclause (I), as designated by para- Regulations (or similar successor regula- Secretary shall consider— graph (1), by striking ‘‘the Under Secretary’’ tion), where the aircraft operator or foreign (1) with respect to a fee described in sub- and inserting ‘‘the Secretary, but not more air carrier is subject to section 1544.101(a)(1) section (c)(1) imposed by an air carrier for a frequently than once every 6 months,’’; and or 1546.101(a) of such title (or similar suc- change or cancellation of a flight reserva- (3) by adding at the end the following: cessor regulation) and the number of annual tion— ‘‘(II) USE OF FACILITIES FOR REQUALIFICA- enplanements is 5,000,000 or more and the (A) any net benefit or cost to the air car- TION.—The Secretary shall allow a Federal number of international enplanements is rier from the change or cancellation, taking flight deck officer to requalify to carry a 1,000,000 or more. into consideration— firearm under the program through training (2) CATEGORY X AIRPORT.—The term ‘‘Cat- (i) the ability of the air carrier to antici- at a private or government-owned gun range egory X airport’’ means an airport subject to pate the expected average number of can- certified to provide firearm requalification the security program requirements of sec- cellations and changes and make reserva- training. tion 1542.103(a) of title 49, Code of Federal tions accordingly; ‘‘(III) SELF-REPORTING.—The Secretary Regulations (or similar successor regula- (ii) the ability of the air carrier to fill a shall determine that a Federal flight deck tion), where the aircraft operator or foreign seat made available by a change or cancella- officer has met the requirements to requalify air carrier is subject to section 1544.101(a)(1) tion; to carry a firearm under the program if— or 1546.101(a) of such title (or similar suc- (iii) any difference in the fare likely to be ‘‘(aa) the officer reports to the Secretary cessor regulation) and the number of annual paid for a ticket sold to another passenger that the officer has participated in a suffi- enplanements— for a seat made available by the change or cient number of hours of training to re- (A) is 1,250,000 or more and less than cancellation, as compared to the fare paid by qualify to carry a firearm under the pro- 5,000,000; or the passenger who changed or canceled the gram; and (B) is 5,000,000 or more but the number of passenger’s reservation; and ‘‘(bb) the administrator of the facility at annual international enplanements is less (iv) the likelihood that the passenger which the officer conducted the requalifica- than 1,000,000. changing or cancelling the passenger’s res- tion training verifies that the officer partici- (3) COVERED AIRPORT.—The term ‘‘covered ervation will fill a seat on another flight by pated in that number of hours of training.’’. airport’’ means a Category X airport or a the same air carrier; (c) LIMITATIONS ON TRAINING.—Section Category I airport. 44921(c)(2) is amended by adding at the end (B) the costs of processing the change or (d) FUNDING.—Out of funds made available the following: cancellation electronically; and to the Transportation Security Administra- ‘‘(D) LIMITATIONS ON TRAINING.— (C) any related labor costs; tion for fiscal year 2016, $20,000,000 shall be ‘‘(i) INITIAL TRAINING.—The Secretary may (2) with respect to a fee described in sub- available for State and local law enforce- require— section (c)(2) imposed by an air carrier relat- ment agencies, as a transfer of funds, to ‘‘(I) initial training of not more than 5 ing to checked baggage— train, certify, and utilize explosives detec- days for a pilot to be deputized as a Federal (A) the costs of processing checked bag- tion canines. gage electronically; and flight deck officer; (B) any related labor costs; and SA 3693. Mr. PAUL submitted an ‘‘(II) the pilot to be physically present at (3) any other considerations the Secretary amendment intended to be proposed to the training facility for not more than 2 days of such training; and considers appropriate. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (e) UPDATED REGULATIONS.—The Secretary ‘‘(III) not more than 3 days of such training shall update the standards required by sub- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself to be in the form of certified online training section (b)(2) not less frequently than once and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, administered by the Department of Home- every 3 years. to amend the Internal Revenue Code of land Security. 1986 to permanently extend increased ‘‘(ii) RECURRENT TRAINING.—The Secretary SA 3692. Ms. CANTWELL submitted expensing limitations, and for other may require— an amendment intended to be proposed purposes; which was ordered to lie on ‘‘(I) recurrent training of not more than 2 to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. the table; as follows: days, not more frequently than once every 5 years, for a pilot to maintain deputization as MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself At the end of title II, add the following: a Federal flight deck officer; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, Subtitle G—Arm All Pilots Act ‘‘(II) the pilot to be physically present at to amend the Internal Revenue Code of SEC. 2701. SHORT TITLE. the training facility for a full-day training 1986 to permanently extend increased This subtitle may be cited as the ‘‘Arm All session for not more than one day of such expensing limitations, and for other Pilots Act of 2016’’. training; and

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‘‘(III) not more than one day of such train- (1) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Section 44921 is SEC. 2707. TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS. ing to be in the form of certified online amended by adding at the end the following: Section 44921, as amended by this subtitle, training administered by the Department of ‘‘(l) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in is further amended— Homeland Security.’’. this section shall be construed to require a (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘Under (d) OTHER MEASURES TO FACILITATE TRAIN- Federal flight deck officer to place a firearm Secretary of Transportation for Security’’ ING.—Section 44921(e) is amended— in a locked container, or in any other man- and inserting ‘‘Secretary of Homeland Secu- (1) by striking ‘‘Pilots participating’’ and ner render the firearm unavailable, when the rity’’; inserting the following: cockpit door is opened.’’. (2) in subsection (d)(4), by striking ‘‘may,’’ ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Pilots participating’’; (2) CONFORMING REPEAL.—Section and inserting ‘‘may’’; and 44921(b)(3) is amended— (3) in subsection (i)(2), by striking ‘‘the (2) by adding at the end the following: (A) by striking subparagraph (G); and Under Secretary may’’ and inserting ‘‘may’’; ‘‘(2) FACILITATION OF TRAINING.— (B) by redesignating subparagraphs (H) (4) in subsection (k)— ‘‘(A) TIME OFF FOR TRAINING.—An air car- through (N) as subparagraphs (G) through (A) by striking paragraphs (2) and (3); and rier shall permit a Federal flight deck officer (M), respectively. (B) by striking ‘‘APPLICABILITY’’ and all or a pilot seeking to be deputized as a Fed- (d) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 180 days that follows through ‘‘This section’’ and in- eral flight deck officer to, in consultation after the date of the enactment of this Act, serting ‘‘APPLICABILITY.—This section’’; with the air carrier, take a reasonable the Administrator of the Transportation Se- (5) by adding at the end the following: amount of leave from work to participate in curity Administration shall— ‘‘(n) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: initial and recurrent training for the pro- (1) prescribe regulations on the proper ‘‘(1) PILOT.—The term ‘pilot’ means an in- gram. An air carrier shall not be obligated to storage of firearms when a Federal flight dividual who has final authority and respon- provide such an officer or pilot compensation deck officer is at home or where the officer sibility for the operation and safety of the for such leave. is residing when traveling; and flight or any other flight deck crew member. ‘‘(B) PRACTICE AMMUNITION.—At the request (2) revise the procedural requirements es- ‘‘(2) ALL-CARGO AIR TRANSPORTATION.—The of a Federal flight deck officer, the Sec- tablished under section 44921(b)(1) of title 49, term ‘air transportation’ includes all-cargo retary shall provide to the officer sufficient United States Code, to implement the air transportation.’’; and practice ammunition to conduct at least one amendments made by subsection (c). (6) by striking ‘‘Under Secretary’’ each practice course every month.’’. SEC. 2704. PHYSICAL STANDARDS FOR FEDERAL place it appears and inserting ‘‘Secretary’’. SEC. 2703. CARRIAGE OF FIREARMS BY FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICERS. SEC. 2708. REFUNDS OF CERTAIN SECURITY FLIGHT DECK OFFICERS. Section 44921(d)(2) is amended— SERVICE FEES FOR AIR CARRIERS (a) GENERAL AUTHORITY.—Section 44921(f) (1) by redesignating subparagraphs (A), (B), WITH FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFI- is amended— and (C) as clauses (i), (ii), and (iii), respec- CERS ON ALL FLIGHTS. (1) by redesignating paragraphs (2) and (3) tively, and by moving such clauses, as so re- Section 44940 is amended by adding at the as paragraphs (4) and (5), respectively; and designated, 2 ems to the right; end the following: (2) by striking paragraph (1) and inserting (2) by striking ‘‘A pilot is’’ and inserting ‘‘(j) REFUND OF FEES FOR AIR CARRIERS the following: the following: WITH FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICERS ON ALL ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall au- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—A pilot is’’; and FLIGHTS.—From fees received in a fiscal year thorize a Federal flight deck officer to carry (3) by adding at the end the following: under subsection (a)(1), each air carrier that a firearm while engaged in providing air ‘‘(B) CONSISTENCY WITH REQUIREMENTS FOR certifies to the Secretary of Homeland Secu- transportation or intrastate air transpor- CERTAIN MEDICAL CERTIFICATES.—In estab- rity that all flights operated by the air car- tation. The authority provided to a Federal lishing standards under subparagraph (A)(ii), rier have on board a pilot deputized as a Fed- flight deck officer under this paragraph in- the Secretary may not establish medical or eral flight deck officer under section 44921 cludes the authority to carry a firearm— physical standards for a pilot to become a shall receive an amount equal to 10 percent ‘‘(A) on the officer’s body, loaded, and Federal flight deck officer that are incon- of the fees collected under subsection (a)(1) holstered; sistent with or more stringent than the re- from passengers on flights operated by that ‘‘(B) when traveling to a flight duty assign- quirements of the Federal Aviation Adminis- air carrier in that fiscal year.’’. ment, throughout the duty assignment, and tration for the issuance of a first- or second- SEC. 2709. TREATMENT OF INFORMATION ABOUT when traveling from a flight duty assign- class airman medical certificate under part FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICERS ment to the officer’s home or place where 67 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations (or AS SENSITIVE SECURITY INFORMA- the officer is residing when traveling; and any corresponding similar regulation or rul- TION. ‘‘(C) in the passenger cabin and while trav- ing).’’. Not later than 180 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of eling in a cockpit jump seat. SEC. 2705. TRANSFER OF FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK ‘‘(2) CONCEALED CARRY.—A Federal flight OFFICERS FROM INACTIVE TO AC- Homeland Security shall revise section deck officer shall make reasonable efforts to TIVE STATUS. 15.5(b)(11) of title 49, Code of Federal Regula- keep the officer’s firearm concealed when in Section 44921(d) is amended by adding at tions, to classify information about pilots public. the end the following: deputized as Federal flight deck officers ‘‘(3) PURCHASE OF FIREARM BY OFFICER.— ‘‘(5) TRANSFER FROM INACTIVE TO ACTIVE under section 44921 of title 49, United States Notwithstanding subsection (c)(1), a Federal STATUS.—A pilot deputized as a Federal Code, as sensitive security information in a flight deck officer may purchase a firearm flight deck officer who moves to inactive manner consistent with the classification of and carry that firearm aboard an aircraft of status for less than 5 years may return to ac- information about Federal air marshals. which the officer is the pilot in accordance tive status after completing one program of SEC. 2710. REGULATIONS. with this section if the firearm is of a type recurrent training described in subsection Not later than 180 days after the date of that may be used under the program.’’. (c).’’. the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of (b) CARRIAGE OF FIREARMS ON INTER- SEC. 2706. FACILITATION OF SECURITY SCREEN- Homeland Security shall prescribe such reg- NATIONAL FLIGHTS.—Paragraph (5) of section ING OF FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OF- ulations as may be necessary to carry out 44921(f), as redesignated by subsection (a)(1), FICERS. this Act and the amendments made by this is amended to read as follows: Section 44921, as amended by section Act. ‘‘(5) CARRYING FIREARMS OUTSIDE UNITED 2703(c)(1), is further amended by adding at STATES.— the end the following: SA 3694. Mr. KAINE submitted an ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In consultation with the ‘‘(m) FACILITATION OF SECURITY SCREENING amendment intended to be proposed to Secretary of State, the Secretary may take OF FEDERAL FLIGHT DECK OFFICERS.— amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(1) ELIGIBILITY FOR EXPEDITED SCREEN- such action as may be necessary to ensure MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself that a Federal flight deck officer may carry ING.—The Administrator of the Transpor- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, a firearm in a foreign country whenever nec- tation Security Administration shall allow a essary to participate in the program. Federal flight deck officer to be screened to amend the Internal Revenue Code of ‘‘(B) CONSISTENCY WITH FEDERAL AIR MAR- through the crew member identity 1986 to permanently extend increased SHAL PROGRAM.—Notwithstanding standard verification program of the Transportation expensing limitations, and for other 4.7.7 of Annex 17 to the Convention on Inter- Security Administration (commonly known purposes; which was ordered to lie on national Civil Aviation, done at Chicago De- as the ‘Known Crew Member program’) when the table; as follows: cember 7, 1944, and entered into force April 4, entering the sterile area of an airport. On page 234, line 9, insert ‘‘, aviation safety 1947 (TIAS 1591), the Secretary shall work to ‘‘(2) PROHIBITION ON PAPERWORK.—The Sec- engineers,’’ after ‘‘specialists’’. make policies relating to the carriage of fire- retary may not require a Federal flight deck arms on flights in foreign air transportation officer to fill out any forms or paperwork SA 3695. Mr. MARKEY submitted an by Federal flight deck officers consistent when entering the sterile area of an airport. amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(3) STERILE AREA DEFINED.—In this sub- with the policies of the Federal air marshal amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. program for carrying firearms on such section, the term ‘sterile area’ has the mean- flights.’’. ing given that term in section 1540.5 of title MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself (c) CARRIAGE OF FIREARM IN PASSENGER 49, Code of Federal Regulations (or any cor- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, CABIN.— responding similar regulation or ruling).’’. to amend the Internal Revenue Code of

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REIMBURSEMENT FOR AIRPORT SECU- ployees of the Administration assigned to an RITY PROJECTS. the table; as follows: airport that deploys, on a nonreimbursable Paragraph (3) of section 44923(h) is amend- basis, exit lane breach control technology On page 63, line 14, insert ‘‘, except those ed to read as follows: that satisfies the standards and require- operated for news gathering activities pro- ‘‘(3) DISCRETIONARY GRANTS.— ments developed under subsection (b) on the tected by the First Amendment to the Con- ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—Of the amount made basis that the deployment results in the need stitution of the United States’’ after ‘‘sys- available under paragraph (1) for a fiscal for fewer such employees to provide security tem’’. year, up to $ 50,000,000 shall be used to make for sterile areas of the airport. discretionary grants, including other trans- (B) MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS.—Subject to SA 3696. Mr. REED submitted an action agreements for airport security im- subparagraph (C), if an airport is eligible for amendment intended to be proposed to provement projects, with priority given to the Administrator to reallocate employees amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. small hub airports and nonhub airports. under paragraph (1), the Administrator— ‘‘(B) REIMBURSEMENT.—For each fiscal MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself (i) shall determine the minimum number year, of the amount available under para- of full-time equivalent employees of the Ad- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, graph (1), up to $20,000,000 shall be made ministration required for that airport prior to amend the Internal Revenue Code of available for reimbursement to airports that to the deployment of the exit lane breach 1986 to permanently extend increased have incurred eligible costs under section control technology; and expensing limitations, and for other 1604(b)(2) of the Implementing Recommenda- (ii) may not allocate a number of employ- purposes; which was ordered to lie on tions of the 9/11 Commission Act of 2007 ees of the Administration for that airport for the table; as follows: (Public Law 110–53; 121 Stat. 481).’’. any year that is less than such minimum number. At the end of part II of subtitle A of title SA 3698. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself II, add the following: (C) WAIVER OF MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS.— and Ms. CANTWELL) submitted an If the Administrator has determined a min- SEC. 2144. PROHIBITION ON OPERATION OF UN- amendment intended to be proposed to imum number of full-time equivalent em- MANNED AIRCRAFT CARRYING A amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. WEAPON. ployees of the Administration required for MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself (a) IN GENERAL.—Chapter 463 of title 49, an airport under subparagraph (B)(i), the Ad- United States Code, is amended by adding at and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ministrator may only allocate a number of the end the following: to amend the Internal Revenue Code of employees of the Administration for that 1986 to permanently extend increased airport that is less than such minimum num- ‘‘§ 46320. Prohibition on operation of un- ber if the total passenger count for that air- manned aircraft carrying a weapon expensing limitations, and for other purposes; which was ordered to lie on port in any 6-month period declines more ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—A person shall not oper- the table; as follows: than 5 percent compared to the same 6- ate an unmanned aircraft with a weapon at- month period during the preceding calendar tached to, installed on, or otherwise carried At the appropriate place, insert the fol- year. by the aircraft. lowing: (D) NOTIFICATION TO CONGRESS.—The Ad- ‘‘(b) PENALTIES.—A person who violates SEC. ll. PROMOTION OF EXIT LANE BREACH ministrator shall notify the appropriate subsection (a)— CONTROL TECHNOLOGY. committees of Congress, the Committee on (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: ‘‘(1) shall be liable to the United States Homeland Security and Governmental Af- (1) ADMINISTRATION.—The term ‘‘Adminis- Government for a civil penalty of not more fairs of the Senate, and the Committee on tration’’ means the Transportation Security than $27,500; and Homeland Security of the House of Rep- Administration. ‘‘(2) may be fined under title 18, imprisoned resentatives not less than 45 days prior to (2) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘‘Adminis- for not more than 5 years, or both. making an allocation authorized under sub- trator’’ means the Administrator of the Ad- ‘‘(c) NONAPPLICATION TO PUBLIC AIR- paragraph (C). ministration. CRAFT.—This section does not apply to public (d) RESPONSIBILITY FOR MONITORING PAS- (3) EXIT LANE BREACH CONTROL TECH- aircraft. SENGER EXIT POINTS.—If an airport is eligible NOLOGY.—The term ‘‘exit lane breach control ‘‘(d) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in for the Administrator to reallocate employ- technology’’ refers to any automated sys- this section shall be construed to affect the ees under subsection (c)(1), the Adminis- tem, or series of systems, designed to mon- authority of the Administrator with respect trator shall have met the responsibility of itor exit points from an airport sterile area. to manned or unmanned aircraft. the Administration to monitor passenger (4) STERILE AREA.—The term ‘‘sterile area’’ ‘‘(e) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: exit points required by subsection (n) of sec- has the meaning given that term in section ‘‘(1) UNMANNED AIRCRAFT.—The term ‘un- tion 44903 of title 49, United States Code. manned aircraft’ has the meaning given that 1540.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations term in section 44801. (or any corresponding similar regulation or SA 3699. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself ruling) ‘‘(2) WEAPON.—The term ‘weapon’— and Ms. CANTWELL) submitted an (b) STANDARDS AND REQUIREMENTS.— ‘‘(A) means a weapon, device, instrument, (1) INITIAL REQUIREMENT.—Not later than amendment intended to be proposed to material, or substance, animate or inani- 120 days after the date of the enactment of amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. mate, that is used for, or is readily capable this Act, the Administrator shall develop MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself of, causing death or serious bodily injury; standards and requirements for the use of and and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, exit lane breach control technology at air- ‘‘(B) includes a firearm or destructive de- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of ports. vice (as those terms are defined in section 1986 to permanently extend increased (2) QUALIFIED PRODUCT LIST.—The Adminis- 921 of title 18).’’. expensing limitations, and for other trator shall establish, publically post, and (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section maintain a qualified product list of exit land purposes; which was ordered to lie on 46301(d)(2) of such title is amended, in the breach control technology that shall in- the table; as follows: first sentence, by inserting ‘‘section 46320,’’ cludes all previously-approved systems. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- before ‘‘or section 47107(b)’’. (c) BENEFITS FOR AIRPORTS USING EXIT lowing: (c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The analysis LANE BREACH CONTROL TECHNOLOGY.— ll for chapter 463 of such title is amended by SEC. . PROMOTION OF EXIT LANE BREACH (1) ELIGIBILITY FOR BENEFITS.—If an airport CONTROL TECHNOLOGY. inserting after the item relating to section deploys, on a nonreimbursable basis, exit (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: 46319 the following: lane breach control technology that satisfies (1) ADMINISTRATION.—The term ‘‘Adminis- ‘‘46320. Prohibition on operation of un- the standards and requirements developed tration’’ means the Transportation Security manned aircraft carrying a under subsection (b) and the deployment re- Administration. weapon.’’. sults in the need for fewer employees of the (2) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘‘Adminis- Administration to monitor exit points from trator’’ means the Administrator of the Ad- SA 3697. Mr. REED submitted an an airport sterile area, the airport’s Federal ministration. amendment intended to be proposed to security director may reallocate such em- (3) EXIT LANE BREACH CONTROL TECH- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ployees to other transportation security mis- NOLOGY.—The term ‘‘exit lane breach control MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself sions, including passenger screening, within technology’’ refers to any automated sys- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, that airport if the Administrator certifies tem, or series of systems, designed to mon- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of that the reallocation will not negatively im- itor exit points from an airport sterile area. pact the security of that airport. (4) STERILE AREA.—The term ‘‘sterile area’’ 1986 to permanently extend increased (2) NO LOSS OF ADMINISTRATION EMPLOY- has the meaning given that term in section expensing limitations, and for other EES.— 1540.5 of title 49, Code of Federal Regulations purposes; which was ordered to lie on (A) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator may (or any corresponding similar regulation or the table; as follows: not decrease, under the Staffing Allocation ruling)

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AIRPORT VEHICLE EMISSIONS. tively, relative to the Stage 4 standard, or LANE BREACH CONTROL TECHNOLOGY.— Section 40117(a)(3)(G) is amended to read as reduces the noise contour area in absolute (1) ELIGIBILITY FOR BENEFITS.—If an airport terms. deploys, on a nonreimbursable basis, exit follows: ‘‘(G) A project to reduce emissions under (4) The feasibility of use of drop-in alter- lane breach control technology that satisfies native jet fuels in aircraft and engine sys- the standards and requirements developed subchapter I of chapter 471 or to use cleaner burning conventional fuels, or for acquiring tems, including successful demonstration under subsection (b) and the deployment re- and quantification of benefits, advancement sults in the need for fewer employees of the for use at a commercial service airport vehi- cles or ground support equipment that in- of fuel testing capability, and support for Administration to monitor exit points from fuel evaluation. an airport sterile area, the airport’s Federal clude low-emission technology or use cleaner burning fuels, or, if the airport is located in (d) CERTIFIABLE DEFINED.—In this section, security director may reallocate such em- the term ‘‘certifiable’’ means the technology ployees to other transportation security mis- an air quality nonattainment area (as de- fined in section 171(2) of the Clean Air Act (42 has been demonstrated to Technology Readi- sions, including passenger screening, within ness Level 6 or 7, and there are no foreseen that airport if the Administrator certifies U.S.C. 7501(2))) or a maintenance area re- ferred to in section 175A of such Act (42 issues that would prevent certification to ex- that the reallocation will not negatively im- isting standards. pact the security of that airport. U.S.C. 7505a), a project to retrofit any such SEC. 5038. RESEARCH PROGRAM ON ALTER- (2) NO LOSS OF ADMINISTRATION EMPLOY- vehicles or equipment that are powered by a diesel or gasoline engine with emission con- NATIVE JET FUEL TECHNOLOGY EES.— FOR CIVIL AIRCRAFT. trol technologies certified or verified by the (A) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator may Section 911 of the FAA Modernization and Environmental Protection Agency to reduce not decrease, under the Staffing Allocation Reform Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–95; 49 emissions, if such project would be able to Model, any successor allocation process, or U.S.C. 44504 note) is amended— receive emission credits for the project from any other circumstances, the number of em- (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘to assist the governing State or Federal environ- ployees of the Administration assigned to an in’’ and inserting ‘‘with the objective of ac- mental agency as described in section airport that deploys, on a nonreimbursable celerating’’; 47139.’’. basis, exit lane breach control technology (2) in subsection (c)(1)(B), by inserting that satisfies the standards and require- At the end of title V, add the following: ‘‘and ability to prioritize researchable con- ments developed under subsection (b) on the SEC. 5037. REDUCTION OF ENERGY CONSUMP- straints’’ after ‘‘with experience’’; and basis that the deployment results in the need TION, EMISSIONS, AND NOISE FROM (3) by adding at the end the following: CIVILIAN AIRCRAFT. for fewer such employees to provide security ‘‘(e) COLLABORATION AND REPORT.— (a) ESTABLISHMENT OF RESEARCH PRO- for sterile areas of the airport. ‘‘(1) COLLABORATION.—The Administrator, GRAM.—From amounts made available under (B) MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS.—Subject to in coordination with the Administrator of section 48102(a) of title 49, United States subparagraph (C), if an airport is eligible for NASA, the Secretary of Energy, and the Sec- Code, the Administrator of the Federal Avia- the Administrator to reallocate employees retary of Agriculture, shall continue re- tion Administration shall establish a re- under paragraph (1), the Administrator— search and development activities into the search program related to reducing civilian (i) shall determine the minimum number development and deployment of jet fuels de- aircraft energy use, emissions, and source of full-time equivalent employees of the Ad- scribed in subsection (a). noise with equivalent safety through grants ministration required for that airport prior ‘‘(2) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after or other measures, which shall include cost- to the deployment of the exit lane breach the date of the enactment of the Federal sharing authorized under section 106(l)(6) of control technology; and Aviation Administration Reauthorization such title, including reimbursable agree- (ii) may not allocate a number of employ- Act of 2016, the Administrator, in coordina- ments with other Federal agencies. ees of the Administration for that airport for tion with the Administrator of NASA, the (b) ESTABLISHMENT OF CONSORTIUM.— any year that is less than such minimum Secretary of Energy, and the Secretary of (1) DESIGNATION AS CONSORTIUM.—The Ad- number. Agriculture, and after consultation with the ministrator shall designate, using a competi- (C) WAIVER OF MINIMUM STAFFING LEVELS.— heads of other relevant agencies, shall sub- tive process, one or more institutions or en- If the Administrator has determined a min- mit to Congress a joint plan to carry out the tities described in paragraph (2), to be known imum number of full-time equivalent em- research described in subsection (a).’’. ployees of the Administration required for as a ‘‘Government led Consortium for Con- tinuous Lower Energy, Emissions, and an airport under subparagraph (B)(i), the Ad- SA 3701. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself ministrator may only allocate a number of Noise’’ or ‘‘CLEEN’’, to perform research in accordance with this section. and Ms. CANTWELL) submitted an employees of the Administration for that amendment intended to be proposed to airport that is less than such minimum num- (2) PARTICIPATION.—The Administrator ber if the total passenger count for that air- shall include educational and research insti- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. port in any 6-month period declines more tutions or private sector entities that have MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself than 5 percent compared to the same 6- existing facilities and experience for devel- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, month period during the preceding calendar oping and testing noise, emissions, and en- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of year. ergy reduction engine and aircraft tech- 1986 to permanently extend increased (D) NOTIFICATION TO CONGRESS.—The Ad- nology, and developing alternative fuels, in expensing limitations, and for other ministrator shall notify the appropriate the research program required by subsection (a) to fulfill the performance objectives spec- purposes; which was ordered to lie on committees of Congress, the Committee on the table; as follows: Homeland Security and Governmental Af- ified in subsection (c). fairs of the Senate, and the Committee on (3) COORDINATION MECHANISMS.—In con- At the end of title V, add the following: Homeland Security of the House of Rep- ducting the research program required by SEC. 5037. REDUCTION OF ENERGY CONSUMP- resentatives not less than 45 days prior to subsection (a), the consortium designated TION, EMISSIONS, AND NOISE FROM making an allocation authorized under sub- under paragraph (1) shall— CIVILIAN AIRCRAFT. paragraph (C). (A) coordinate its activities with the De- (a) ESTABLISHMENT OF RESEARCH PRO- (d) RESPONSIBILITY FOR MONITORING PAS- partment of Agriculture, the Department of GRAM.—From amounts made available under SENGER EXIT POINTS.—If an airport is eligible Defense, the Department of Energy, the Na- section 48102(a) of title 49, United States for the Administrator to reallocate employ- tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- Code, the Administrator of the Federal Avia- ees under subsection (c)(1), the Adminis- tion, and other relevant Federal agencies; tion Administration shall establish a re- trator shall have met the responsibility of and search program related to reducing civilian the Administration to monitor passenger (B) consult on a regular basis with the aircraft energy use, emissions, and source exit points required by subsection (n) of sec- Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Ini- noise with equivalent safety through grants tion 44903 of title 49, United States Code. tiative. or other measures, which shall include cost- (c) PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES.—Not later sharing authorized under section 106(l)(6) of SA 3700. Mrs. MURRAY (for herself than January 1, 2021, the Administrator shall such title, including reimbursable agree- and Ms. CANTWELL) submitted an seek to ensure that the research program re- ments with other Federal agencies.

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(b) ESTABLISHMENT OF CONSORTIUM.— Secretary of Energy, and the Secretary of At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (1) DESIGNATION AS CONSORTIUM.—The Ad- Agriculture, and after consultation with the lowing: ministrator shall designate, using a competi- heads of other relevant agencies, shall sub- SEC. ll. MODIFICATION OF FINAL RULE RELAT- tive process, one or more institutions or en- mit to Congress a joint plan to carry out the ING TO FLIGHTCREW MEMBER DUTY tities described in paragraph (2), to be known research described in subsection (a).’’. AND REST REQUIREMENTS FOR PAS- as a ‘‘Government led Consortium for Con- SENGER OPERATIONS TO APPLY TO ALL-CARGO OPERATIONS. tinuous Lower Energy, Emissions, and SA 3702. Mr. MCCAIN submitted an (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 30 days Noise’’ or ‘‘CLEEN’’, to perform research in amendment intended to be proposed to after the date of the enactment of this Act, accordance with this section. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. the Secretary of Transportation shall modify (2) PARTICIPATION.—The Administrator MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself the final rule specified in subsection (b) so shall include educational and research insti- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, that the flightcrew member duty and rest re- tutions or private sector entities that have quirements under that rule apply to existing facilities and experience for devel- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of flightcrew members in all-cargo operations oping and testing noise, emissions, and en- 1986 to permanently extend increased conducted by air carriers in the same man- ergy reduction engine and aircraft tech- expensing limitations, and for other ner as those requirements apply to nology, and developing alternative fuels, in purposes; which was ordered to lie on flightcrew members in passenger operations the research program required by subsection the table; as follows: conducted by air carriers. (a) to fulfill the performance objectives spec- On page 98, after line 24, add the following: (b) FINAL RULE SPECIFIED.—The final rule ified in subsection (c). (d) FEDERAL AGENCY COORDINATION TO EN- specified in this subsection is the final rule (3) COORDINATION MECHANISMS.—In con- HANCE THE PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY CAPA- of the Federal Aviation Administration— ducting the research program required by BILITIES OF PUBLIC UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYS- (1) published in the Federal Register on subsection (a), the consortium designated TEMS.—The Administrator shall assist and January 4, 2012 (77 Fed. Reg. 330); and under paragraph (1) shall— enable, without undue interference, Federal (2) relating to flightcrew member duty and (A) coordinate its activities with the De- civilian government agencies that operate rest requirements. partment of Agriculture, the Department of unmanned aircraft systems within civil-con- (c) APPLICABILITY OF RULEMAKING REQUIRE- Defense, the Department of Energy, the Na- trolled airspace, in operationally deploying MENTS.—The requirements of section 553 of tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- and integrating sense and avoid capabilities, title 5, United States Code, shall not apply tion, and other relevant Federal agencies; as necessary to operate unmanned aircraft to the modification required by subsection and systems safely and effectively within the Na- (a). (B) consult on a regular basis with the tional Air Space. Commercial Aviation Alternative Fuels Ini- SA 3706. Ms. CANTWELL submitted tiative. SA 3703. Mr. HATCH submitted an an amendment intended to be proposed (c) PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES.—Not later to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. than January 1, 2021, the Administrator shall amendment intended to be proposed to MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself seek to ensure that the research program re- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. quired subsection (a) supports the following MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, objectives for civil subsonic airplanes: and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of (1) Certifiable aircraft technology that re- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased duces aircraft fuel burn 40 percent relative to 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other year 2000 best-in-class in-service aircraft. expensing limitations, and for other purposes; which was ordered to lie on (2) Certifiable engine technology that re- purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: duces landing and takeoff cycle nitrogen Strike section 5003. oxide emissions by 70 percent over the Inter- the table; as follows: national Civil Aviation Organization stand- At the end of part II of subtitle A of title SA 3707. Mr. MORAN (for himself and ard adopted in 2011. II, add the following: Mr. SESSIONS) submitted an amend- (3) Certifiable aircraft technology that re- SEC. 2144. SPECIAL USE AIRSPACE AND MILITARY ment intended to be proposed to duces noise levels by 32 decibels cumula- TRAINING ROUTES. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. tively, relative to the Stage 4 standard, or Not later than 1 year after the date of en- reduces the noise contour area in absolute actment of this Act, the Administrator of MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself terms. the Federal Aviation Administration and the and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (4) The feasibility of use of drop-in alter- Secretary of Defense shall submit to Con- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of native jet fuels in aircraft and engine sys- gress a comprehensive assessment of the risk 1986 to permanently extend increased tems, including successful demonstration to military aircraft of civil unmanned air- expensing limitations, and for other and quantification of benefits, advancement craft systems operating in or transiting spe- purposes; which was ordered to lie on of fuel testing capability, and support for cial use airspace or military training routes. the table; as follows: fuel evaluation. On page 180, line 26, strike the period and (d) CERTIFIABLE DEFINED.—In this section, SA 3704. Mrs. FEINSTEIN (for her- insert the following: ‘‘or the acceptance or the term ‘‘certifiable’’ means the technology self, Mr. TILLIS, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, Mr. has been demonstrated to Technology Readi- validation by the FAA of a certificate or de- ness Level 6 or 7, and there are no foreseen PERDUE, Mr. LEE, and Mr. MARKEY) sign approval of a foreign authority.’’. submitted an amendment intended to issues that would prevent certification to ex- Mr. MORAN submitted an isting standards. be proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- SA 3708. amendment intended to be proposed to SEC. 5038. RESEARCH PROGRAM ON ALTER- posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. NATIVE JET FUEL TECHNOLOGY THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. FOR CIVIL AIRCRAFT. the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself Section 911 of the FAA Modernization and and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, Reform Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–95; 49 Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limita- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of U.S.C. 44504 note) is amended— 1986 to permanently extend increased (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘to assist tions, and for other purposes; which in’’ and inserting ‘‘with the objective of ac- was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- expensing limitations, and for other celerating’’; lows: purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: (2) in subsection (c)(1)(B), by inserting Strike section 2152. ‘‘and ability to prioritize researchable con- On page 226, strike lines 1 through 11, and straints’’ after ‘‘with experience’’; and SA 3705. Mrs. BOXER (for herself, Ms. insert the following: (3) by adding at the end the following: (3) UNDEVELOPED DEFINED.—For purposes of KLOBUCHAR, Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. ‘‘(e) COLLABORATION AND REPORT.— paragraph (1)(F), the term ‘‘undeveloped’’ ‘‘(1) COLLABORATION.—The Administrator, BLUMENTHAL, Mr. MARKEY, Mrs. SHA- means a defined geographic area where the in coordination with the Administrator of HEEN, and Mr. FRANKEN) submitted an Administrator determines low-flying aircraft NASA, the Secretary of Energy, and the Sec- amendment intended to be proposed to are operated on a routine basis, such as low- retary of Agriculture, shall continue re- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. lying forested areas with predominate tree search and development activities into the MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself cover under 200 feet and pasture and range development and deployment of jet fuels de- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, land. scribed in subsection (a). to amend the Internal Revenue Code of (4) OTHER DEFINITIONS.—The Administrator ‘‘(2) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after 1986 to permanently extend increased shall define such other terms as may be nec- the date of the enactment of the Federal essary to carry out this section. Aviation Administration Reauthorization expensing limitations, and for other (e) DATABASE.—The Administrator shall— Act of 2016, the Administrator, in coordina- purposes; which was ordered to lie on (1) develop a database that contains the lo- tion with the Administrator of NASA, the the table; as follows: cation and height of each covered tower;

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:43 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.039 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2038 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 13, 2016 (2) keep the database current to the extent diction of the United States shall be fined or Programme the consideration of inter- practicable; imprisoned, or both, as provided for that of- national standards for the phase-out of air- (3) ensure that any proprietary informa- fense. craft that do not comply with stage 4 noise tion in the database is protected from disclo- ‘‘(b) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term levels. sure in accordance with law; and ‘employed by the Department of Homeland ‘‘(2) ENFORCEMENT.—The Secretary shall (4) ensure that, by virtue of accessing the Security or the Department of Justice’ enforce the requirements of this section with database, users will be deemed to agree and means— respect to foreign-flag aircraft only to the acknowledge— ‘‘(1) being employed as a civilian employee, extent that such enforcement is consistent (A) that the information will be used for a contractor (including a subcontractor at with United States obligations under inter- aviation safety purposes only; and any tier), or an employee of a contractor (or national agreements. (B) not to disclose any such information a subcontractor at any tier) of the Depart- ‘‘(d) ANNUAL REPORT.—Beginning with cal- regardless of whether the information is ment of Homeland Security or the Depart- endar year 2020— marked or labeled as proprietary or with a ment of Justice; ‘‘(1) each air carrier shall submit to the similar designation. ‘‘(2) being present or residing in Canada in Secretary an annual report on the progress connection with such employment; and the carrier is making toward complying with SA 3709. Mr. THUNE submitted an ‘‘(3) not being a national of or ordinarily the requirements of this section and regula- amendment intended to be proposed to resident in Canada.’’. tions issued to carry out this section; and (c) TECHNICAL AND CONFORMING AMEND- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(2) the Secretary shall submit to Congress MENTS.—Part II of title 18, United States an annual report on the progress being made MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself Code, is amended— toward that compliance. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (1) in the table of chapters, by striking the OISE RECERTIFICATION TESTING NOT to amend the Internal Revenue Code of item relating to chapter 212A and inserting ‘‘(e) N REQUIRED.— 1986 to permanently extend increased the following: ‘‘(1) LIMITATION ON STATUTORY CONSTRUC- expensing limitations, and for other ‘‘212A. Extraterritorial jurisdiction TION.—Nothing in this section may be con- purposes; which was ordered to lie on over certain offenses ...... 3271’’; strued to require the noise certification test- the table; as follows: and ing of a civil turbojet that has been retro- Strike section 2153(a) and insert the fol- (2) in the table of sections for chapter 212A, fitted to comply with or otherwise already lowing: by inserting after the item relating to sec- meets the stage 4 noise levels established (a) IN GENERAL.—Small unmanned aircraft tion 3272 the following: under subsection (a). systems may use spectrum for wireless con- ‘‘3273. Offenses committed by certain United ‘‘(2) MEANS OF DEMONSTRATING COMPLIANCE trol link, tracking, diagnostics, payload States personnel stationed in WITH STAGE 4 NOISE LEVELS.—The Secretary communication, and collaborative-collision Canada in furtherance of border shall specify means for demonstrating that avoidance, such as vehicle-to-vehicle com- security initiatives.’’. an aircraft complies with stage 4 noise levels munication, and other uses, consistent with (d) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in without requiring noise certification testing. the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. this section shall be construed to infringe ‘‘(f) NONADDITION RULE.— 151 et seq.), Federal Communications Com- upon or otherwise affect the exercise of pros- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in mission rules, and the safety-of-life deter- ecutorial discretion by the Department of paragraph (2) and section 47530, a person may mination made by the Federal Aviation Ad- Justice in implementing this provision. operate a civil jet aircraft with a maximum ministration, and through voluntary com- weight of more than 75,000 pounds that is im- mercial arrangements with service pro- SA 3711. Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for her- ported into the United States after Decem- viders, whether they are operating within a self and Mr. SCHUMER) submitted an ber 31, 2020, only if the aircraft— UTM system under section 2138 of this Act or amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(A) complies with the stage 4 noise levels; outside such a system. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. or SA 3710. Mr. JOHNSON (for himself, MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ‘‘(B) was purchased by the person import- ing the aircraft into the United States under Mr. LEAHY, Ms. MURKOWSKI, and Mr. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of a legally binding contract entered into be- SCHUMER) submitted an amendment in- fore January 1, 2021. tended to be proposed to amendment 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other ‘‘(2) EXCEPTION.—The Secretary of Trans- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL portation may provide for an exception from (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. purposes; which was ordered to lie on paragraph (1) to permit a person to obtain NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend the table; as follows: modifications to an aircraft to meet the the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to At the end of title V, add the following: stage 4 noise levels. permanently extend increased expens- SEC. 5032. LIMITATIONS ON OPERATING CERTAIN ‘‘(3) AIRCRAFT DEEMED NOT IMPORTED.—For ing limitations, and for other purposes; AIRCRAFT NOT COMPLYING WITH purposes of this subsection, an aircraft shall STAGE 4 NOISE LEVELS. be deemed not to have been imported into which was ordered to lie on the table; (a) IN GENERAL.—Subchapter II of chapter the United States if the aircraft— as follows: 475 is amended by adding at the end the fol- ‘‘(A) was owned on January 1, 2021, by— At the end of title V, add the following: lowing: ‘‘(i) a corporation, trust, or partnership or- SEC. 5037. JURISDICTION OVER OFFENSES COM- ‘‘§ 47535. Limitations on operating certain air- ganized under the laws of the United States, MITTED BY CERTAIN UNITED craft not complying with stage 4 noise lev- a State, or the District of Columbia; STATES PERSONNEL STATIONED IN els ‘‘(ii) an individual who is a citizen of the CANADA. ‘‘(a) REGULATIONS.—Not later than Decem- United States; or (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be ber 31, 2017, the Secretary of Transportation, ‘‘(iii) an entity that is owned or controlled cited as the ‘‘Promoting Travel, Commerce, in consultation with the International Civil by a corporation, trust, or partnership de- and National Security Act of 2016’’. Aviation Organization, shall issue regula- scribed in clause (i) or an individual de- (b) AMENDMENT.—Chapter 212A of title 18, tions to establish minimum standards for United States Code, is amended— scribed in clause (ii); and civil turbojets to comply with stage 4 noise (1) in the chapter heading, by striking ‘‘(B) enters the United States not later levels. ‘‘TRAFFICKING IN PERSONS’’; and than 6 months after the expiration of a lease ‘‘(b) GENERAL RULE.—The Secretary shall agreement (including any extension of such (2) by adding after section 3272 the fol- issue regulations to, except as provided in lowing: an agreement) between an owner described in section 47529— subparagraph (A) and a foreign air carrier.’’. ‘‘§ 3273. Offenses committed by certain United ‘‘(1) establish a timeline by which increas- (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The analysis States personnel stationed in Canada in ing percentages of the total number of civil for chapter 475 of such title is amended by furtherance of border security initiatives turbojets with a maximum weight of more inserting after the item relating to section ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Whoever, while em- than 75,000 pounds operating to or from air- 47534 the following: ployed by the Department of Homeland Se- ports in the United States comply with the curity or the Department of Justice and sta- stage 4 noise levels established under sub- ‘‘47535. Limitations on operating certain air- tioned or deployed in Canada pursuant to a section (a), beginning not later than Decem- craft not complying with stage treaty, executive agreement, or bilateral ber 31, 2022; and 4 noise levels.’’. memorandum in furtherance of a border se- ‘‘(2) require that 100 percent of such turbo- SEC. 5033. STANDARDS FOR ISSUANCE OF NEW curity initiative, engages in conduct (or con- jets operating after December 31, 2037, to or TYPE CERTIFICATES. spires or attempts to engage in conduct) in from airports in the United States comply (a) APPLICABILITY OF STAGE 5 NOISE STAND- Canada that would constitute an offense for with the stage 4 noise levels. ARDS TO CIVIL JETS WITH A MAXIMUM WEIGHT which a person may be prosecuted in a court ‘‘(c) FOREIGN-FLAG AIRCRAFT.— OF MORE THAN 121,254 POUNDS.—On and after of the United States had the conduct been ‘‘(1) INTERNATIONAL STANDARDS.—The Sec- December 31, 2017, the Secretary of Transpor- engaged in within the United States or with- retary shall request the International Civil tation may not issue a new type certificate in the special maritime and territorial juris- Aviation Organization to add to its Work for a civil jet with a maximum weight of

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:56 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.035 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2039 more than 121,254 pounds for which an appli- (1) review and respond to requests made by signed to each terminal at each covered air- cation was received after the date of the en- States, political subdivisions of States, other port. actment of this Act, unless the person apply- elected officials, and community organiza- (b) TECHNICAL SUPPORT.—The Adminis- ing for the type certificate demonstrates tions to evaluate specific helicopter routes trator of the Transportation Security Ad- that the civil jet complies with stage 5 noise to reduce noise; and ministration shall provide technical and levels. (2) provide a means for the public to par- other support to State or local law enforce- (b) APPLICABILITY OF STAGE 5 NOISE STAND- ticipate in the process. ment agencies providing the personnel de- ARDS TO ALL CIVIL JETS.—On and after De- scribed in paragraph (1) or (2) of subsection cember 31, 2020, the Secretary may not issue SA 3714. Ms. HEITKAMP (for herself (a). a new type certificate for any civil jet for and Mr. INHOFE) submitted an amend- (c) COVERED AIRPORT DEFINED.—In this sec- which an application was received after the tion, the term ‘‘covered airport’’ means the ment intended to be proposed to 25 airports in the United States with the date of the enactment of this Act, unless the amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. person applying for the type certificate dem- highest numbers of passengers enplaned each onstrates that the civil jet complies with MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself year. stage 5 noise levels. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (d) FUNDING.—Out of funds made available to amend the Internal Revenue Code of to the Transportation Security Administra- SA 3712. Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for her- 1986 to permanently extend increased tion for fiscal year 2016, $20,000,000 shall be self and Mr. SCHUMER) submitted an expensing limitations, and for other available for State and local law enforce- amendment intended to be proposed to ment agencies, as a transfer of funds, to purposes; which was ordered to lie on train, certify, and utilize explosives detec- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. the table; as follows: tion canines. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself On page 97, between lines 2 and 3, insert and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, the following: SA 3717. Mr. CASSIDY submitted an to amend the Internal Revenue Code of ‘‘(b) ASSISTANCE BY FEDERAL UNMANNED amendment intended to be proposed to 1986 to permanently extend increased AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS.—The Secretary shall in- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. expensing limitations, and for other clude, in the guidance regarding the oper- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ation of public unmanned aircraft systems purposes; which was ordered to lie on and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, required by subsection (a), guidance with re- the table; as follows: spect to allowing unmanned aircraft systems to amend the Internal Revenue Code of At the end of title V, add the following: owned or operated by a Federal agency to as- 1986 to permanently extend increased SEC. 5023. HELICOPTER NOISE ABATEMENT. sist Federal, State, local, or tribal law en- expensing limitations, and for other (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 3 years forcement organizations in conducting law purposes; which was ordered to lie on after the date of the enactment of this Act, enforcement activities in the national air- the table; as follows: the Administrator of the Federal Aviation space system. At the end of subtitle A of title III, add the Administration shall issue a final rule set- following: ting forth guidelines and regulations relat- SA 3715. Ms. HEITKAMP submitted SEC. 3124. SERVICE LEVEL STANDARDS FOR PAS- ing to stringency standards for Stage 3 noise an amendment intended to be proposed SENGER SCREENING AND DATA levels for helicopters that— to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. PROCESSING. (1) create a requirement to retrofit exist- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days ing helicopters to comply with Stage 3 noise after the date of the enactment of this Act, and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, levels as prescribed in subpart H of part 36 of the Secretary of Homeland Security shall di- title 14, Code of Federal Regulations; and to amend the Internal Revenue Code of rect the Administrator of the Transportation (2) require the retirement of helicopters 1986 to permanently extend increased Security Administration and the Commis- not in compliance with Stage 3 noise levels expensing limitations, and for other sioner of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- by December 31, 2024. purposes; which was ordered to lie on tion to set service level standards for the (b) EXEMPTIONS.—Helicopters utilized for the table; as follows: processing of passengers in air transpor- medical purposes or governmental functions On page 92, line 15, insert after ‘‘unmanned tation and associated electronic travel data. (as defined in section 1.1 of title 14, Code of (b) SECURITY SCREENING.—Section 44901 is aircraft’’ the following: ‘‘, including in cir- Federal Regulations) shall be exempt from amended by adding at the end the following: cumstances in which there has been signifi- the guidelines and regulations required by ‘‘(m) SERVICE LEVEL STANDARDS.— cant experience operating the associated un- subsection (a). ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The physical screening manned aircraft within a country with which (c) STAGE 3 NOISE LEVELS DEFINED.—In this of passengers and their property, while in the United States maintains a trusted avia- section, the term ‘‘Stage 3 noise level’’ has federally controlled areas, and screening of tion relationship’’. the meaning given that term in section 36.1 electronic travel data, shall be performed in of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations. accordance with service level standards es- SA 3716. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself tablished by the Administrator of the Trans- SA 3713. Mrs. GILLIBRAND (for her- and Mr. ISAKSON) submitted an amend- portation Security Administration and self and Mr. SCHUMER) submitted an ment intended to be proposed to agreed to by the Aviation Security Advisory amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. Committee. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ‘‘(2) REQUIREMENTS FOR STANDARDS.—The MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, service level standards established under and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of paragraph (1) shall provide for— to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently extend increased ‘‘(A) a 10-minute maximum wait time for 99 percent of all passengers as measured in 1986 to permanently extend increased expensing limitations, and for other 15-minute periods each calendar day; expensing limitations, and for other purposes; which was ordered to lie on ‘‘(B) a 5-minute maximum wait time for 95 purposes; which was ordered to lie on the table; as follows: percent of all passengers as measured in 15- the table; as follows: At the appropriate place, insert the fol- minute periods each calendar day; At the end of title V, add the following: lowing: ‘‘(C) 98 percent passenger satisfaction with SEC. 5023. MINIMUM ALTITUDES FOR HELI- SEC. ll. REQUIREMENT FOR LAW ENFORCE- screening processes as measured by customer COPTERS OVER POPULATED AREAS. MENT OFFICERS AND EXPLOSIVE satisfaction surveys; (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 1 year DETECTION CANINES AT AIRPORTS. ‘‘(D) 99 percent passenger satisfaction with after the date of the enactment of this Act, (a) REQUIREMENT.—The Administration of the cleanliness and hygiene of the screening the Administrator shall establish a process the Transportation Security Administration area; for evaluating— shall require that the air transportation se- ‘‘(E) 98 percent of responses to submissions (1) whether minimum altitude require- curity program required by section of electronic passenger data returned within ments for helicopter routes over populated 44903(c)(1) of title 49, United States Code, for 4 seconds; and areas can be safely set for the purpose of re- each covered airport include the following: ‘‘(F) 95 percent of all calls to the Transpor- ducing noise effects on the surrounding com- (1) Beginning not more than 30 days after tation Security Administration’s resolution munity; and the date of the enactment of this Act, that a desk answered within 30 seconds. (2) in the case of routes for which min- State or local law enforcement officer is sta- ‘‘(3) SUSPENSION OF STANDARDS.—The Sec- imum altitudes cannot be safely set, whether tioned not more than 300 feet from each pas- retary of Homeland Security may suspend those routes should be otherwise modified, senger screening checkpoint at each covered the standards established under paragraph restricted, or eliminated due to excessive airport. (1) for reasons of national emergency for not noise effects. (2) Beginning not more than 180 days after more than 30 days and shall report the cir- (b) PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT.—In establishing the date of the enactment of this Act, that cumstances for suspension to Congress not the process required by subsection (a), the an explosives detection canine team of a later than 90 days after suspending such Administrator shall— State or local law enforcement agency is as- standards.’’.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:43 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.040 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2040 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 13, 2016 (c) REVISED CUSTOMS REGULATIONS.— the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days permanently extend increased expens- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, after the date of the enactment of this Act, ing limitations, and for other purposes; to amend the Internal Revenue Code of the Secretary of Homeland Security shall re- which was ordered to lie on the table; 1986 to permanently extend increased vise section 122.49(a) of title 19, Code of Fed- expensing limitations, and for other eral Regulations, as in effect on the day be- as follows: fore the date of the enactment of this Act, to At the appropriate place, insert the fol- purposes; which was ordered to lie on require that the screening of passenger and lowing: the table; as follows: crew manifests be performed in accordance SEC. lll. EXTENSION OF ENERGY CREDIT FOR On page 116, strike line 21 and all that fol- with service level standards established by OTHER ENERGY PROPERTY. lows through page 117, line 6, and insert the the Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Bor- (a) QUALIFIED FUEL CELL PROPERTY.—Sec- following: der Protection and agreed to by the U.S. tion 48(c)(1)(D) of the Internal Revenue Code ‘‘(a) PROHIBITION.—Any person who oper- Customs and Border Protection User Fee Ad- of 1986 is amended by striking ‘‘for any pe- ates an aircraft and, in doing so, knowingly visory Committee. riod after December 31, 2016’’ and inserting or recklessly interferes with firefighting, law (2) REQUIREMENTS FOR STANDARDS.—The ‘‘the construction of which does not begin enforcement, or emergency response activi- service level standards established pursuant before January 1, 2022’’. ties, shall be subject to the penalties pro- to paragraph (1) shall provide for— (b) QUALIFIED MICROTURBINE PROPERTY.— vided under subsections (b) and (c). ‘‘(b) CRIMINAL PENALTIES.— (A) 98 percent of responses to submissions Section 48(c)(2)(D) of such Code is amended ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in of electronic passenger data to be completed by striking ‘‘for any period after December paragraph (2), whoever commits or attempts within 4 seconds; 31, 2016’’ and inserting ‘‘the construction of to commit an offense under subsection (a) (B) 95 percent of all calls to any resolution which does not begin before January 1, 2022’’. shall be fined under title 18, imprisoned for desk to be answered within 30 seconds; (c) COMBINED HEAT AND POWER SYSTEM not more than 5 years, or both. (C) 95 percent of all advance passenger in- PROPERTY.—Section 48(c)(3)(A)(iv) of such ‘‘(2) SERIOUS BODILY INJURY OR DEATH.— formation submitted via interactive batch- Code is amended by striking ‘‘which is placed Whoever attempts to cause, or knowingly or style manifest submissions to be returned in service before January 1, 2017’’ and insert- recklessly causes, serious bodily injury or within 3 minutes; ing ‘‘the construction of which begins before death during the commission of an offense (D) 95 percent of all data submissions re- January 1, 2022’’. under subsection (a) shall be fined under quiring manual resolution by U.S. Customs (d) QUALIFIED SMALL WIND ENERGY PROP- title 18, imprisoned for any term of years or and Border Protection to be provided within ERTY.—Section 48(c)(4)(C) of such Code is for life, or both. 5 minutes; and amended by striking ‘‘for any period after December 31, 2016’’ and inserting ‘‘the con- ‘‘(c) CIVIL PENALTY.—Whoever operates an (E) 99.7 uptime for all passenger informa- aircraft as described in subsection (a) is lia- tion processing systems. struction of which does not begin before Jan- uary 1, 2022’’. ble to the United States for a civil penalty of (3) SUSPENSION OF STANDARDS.—The Sec- not more than $20,000. retary may suspend the standards estab- (e) THERMAL ENERGY PROPERTY.—Section lished pursuant to paragraph (1) for reasons 48(a)(3)(A)(vii) of such Code is amended by SA 3721. Mr. HOEVEN submitted an of national emergency for not more than 30 striking ‘‘periods ending before January 1, 2017’’ and inserting ‘‘property the construc- amendment intended to be proposed to days and shall report the circumstances for amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. suspension to Congress not later than 90 days tion of which begins before January 1, 2022’’. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself after suspending such standards. (f) PHASEOUT OF 30 PERCENT CREDIT RATE (d) AMENDMENT TO CUSTOMS LAWS.—Sec- FOR FUEL CELL AND SMALL WIND ENERGY and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, tion 3061 of the Revised Statutes (19 U.S.C. PROPERTY.—Subsection (a) of section 48 of to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 482) is amended by adding at the end the fol- such Code is amended by adding at the end 1986 to permanently extend increased lowing: the following new paragraph: expensing limitations, and for other ‘‘(c) SEARCHES AT PORTS OF ENTRY.— ‘‘(7) PHASEOUT FOR QUALIFIED FUEL CELL purposes; which was ordered to lie on ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Search of passengers PROPERTY AND QUALIFIED SMALL WIND ENERGY the table; as follows: pursuant to subsection (a) at service ports PROPERTY.—In the case of qualified fuel cell and ports of entry (as listed in section 101.3 property or qualified small wind energy Strike section 2138 and insert the fol- of title 19, Code of Federal Regulations (or property, the construction of which begins lowing: any corresponding similar regulations or rul- before January 1, 2022, the energy percentage SEC. 2138. UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS TRAF- ing)), shall be performed in accordance with determined under paragraph (2) shall be FIC MANAGEMENT. (a) RESEARCH PLAN FOR UTM DEVELOP- service level standards established by the equal to— MENT.— Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border ‘‘(A) in the case of any property the con- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator of the Protection and agreed to by the U.S. Cus- struction of which begins after December 31, Federal Aviation Administration, in coordi- toms and Border Protection User Fee Advi- 2019, and before January 1, 2021, 26 percent, nation with the Administrator of the Na- sory Committee. and tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- ‘‘(2) REQUIREMENTS FOR STANDARDS.—The ‘‘(B) in the case of any property the con- tion, shall develop a research plan for un- service level standards established under struction of which begins after December 31, manned aircraft systems traffic management paragraph (1) shall provide for— 2020, and before January 1, 2022, 22 percent.’’. (referred to in this section as ‘‘UTM’’) devel- ‘‘(A) 95 percent of all persons not requiring (g) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments opment. more than normal inspection to be processed made by this section shall take effect on the (2) REQUIREMENTS.—In developing the re- and cleared within 30 minutes of disem- date of the enactment of this Act. search plan under paragraph (1), the Admin- barkation; istrator shall— ‘‘(B) a 15-minute average queue dwell time SA 3719. Mr. MANCHIN submitted an (A) identify research goals related to— between entering the secondary inspection amendment intended to be proposed to (i) operational parameters related to alti- area and commencing an initial interview amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. tude, geographic coverage, classes of air- with a U.S. Customs and Border Protection MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself space, and critical infrastructure; secondary inspector; and and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (ii) avionics capability requirements or ‘‘(C) 98 percent of all requests for capture standards; of biometric data for visitors to the United to amend the Internal Revenue Code of (iii) operator identification and authen- States at the primary inspection booth to be 1986 to permanently extend increased tication requirements and capabilities; completed within 15 seconds. expensing limitations, and for other (iv) communication protocols with air traf- ‘‘(3) SUSPENSION OF STANDARDS.—The Sec- purposes; which was ordered to lie on fic control facilities that will not interfere retary of Homeland Security may suspend the table; as follows: with existing responsibility to deconflict the standards established under paragraph On page 298, between lines 19 and 20, insert manned aircraft in the national airspace sys- (1) for reasons of national emergency for not the following: tem; more than 30 days and shall report the cir- (3) choices that consumers have in choos- (v) collision avoidance requirements; cumstances for suspension to Congress not ing an air carrier based on change, cancella- (vi) separation standards for manned and later than 90 days after suspending such tion, and baggage fees in large, medium, and unmanned aircraft; standards.’’. small markets; and (vii) spectrum needs; and (4) the potential effect on availability of SA 3718. Mr. CARPER (for himself, (viii) provision of traffic position informa- air service if change, cancellation, or bag- tion and weather through a traffic informa- Mr. SCHUMER, Mr. WYDEN, and Mr. gage fees were regulated by the Federal Gov- tion service to operators of unmanned air- COONS) submitted an amendment in- ernment. craft systems; tended to be proposed to amendment (B) evaluate options for the administration SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL SA 3720. Mrs. SHAHEEN submitted and management structure for the traffic (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. an amendment intended to be proposed management of low altitude operations of NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. small unmanned aircraft systems;

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:43 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.041 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2041 (C) ensure the plan is consistent with the clude requirements or standards consistent Education Assistance Act of 1980 (8 U.S.C. broader Federal Aviation Administration with established or planned rulemaking for, 1522 note)).’’. regulatory and operational framework en- at a minimum— (3) APPLICABILITY.—The amendments made compassing all unmanned aircraft systems (A) the flight of small unmanned aircraft by this subsection shall only apply to na- operations expected to be authorized in the systems in controlled and uncontrolled air- tionals of Cuba who enter the United States national airspace system; and space; on or after the date of the enactment of this (D) ensure the plan utilizes existing sur- (B) communications, as applicable— Act. veillance networks and services provided (i) among small unmanned aircraft sys- (c) REPORT.—Not later than 90 days after under the surveillance and broadcast serv- tems; the date of the enactment of this Act, the In- ices program, augmented as necessary with (ii) between small unmanned aircraft sys- spector General of the Social Security Ad- additional surveillance assets to provide ad- tems and manned aircraft operating in the ministration shall submit a report to Con- ditional low altitude coverage. same airspace; and gress that describes the methods by which (3) ASSESSMENT.—The research plan under (iii) between small unmanned aircraft sys- the provision described in section 416.215 of paragraph (1) shall include an assessment tems and air traffic control as considered title 20, Code of Federal Regulations, is being of— necessary; enforced. (A) the ability to allow near-term small (C) air traffic management for small un- unmanned aircraft system operations with- manned aircraft systems operations; and SA 3723. Ms. MURKOWSKI (for her- out need of an automated UTM system; (D) networked air traffic surveillance. self and Mr. SULLIVAN) submitted an (B) the full range of operational capability (d) SYSTEM IMPLEMENTATION.—Based on the amendment intended to be proposed to any automated UTM system should possess; comprehensive plan under subsection (c), in- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (C) the operational characteristics and cluding the requirements under paragraph (2) MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself metrics that would drive incremental adop- of that subsection, and the pilot program tion of automated capability and procedures under subsection (b), the Administrator shall and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, consistent with a rising aggregate commu- determine the operational need and imple- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of nity demand for service for low altitude op- mentation schedule for evolutionary use of 1986 to permanently extend increased erations of small unmanned aircraft sys- automation support systems to separate and expensing limitations, and for other tems; deconflict manned and unmanned aircraft purposes; which was ordered to lie on (D) the integration points for small un- systems. the table; as follows: manned aircraft system traffic management with the existing national airspace system SA 3722. Mr. RUBIO submitted an On page 84, between lines 13 and 14, insert planning and traffic management systems; the following: amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(f) SPECIAL RULES FOR CERTAIN UNMANNED and amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (E) the ability of a common air traffic sur- AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS AND OPERATIONS IN THE veillance platform to provide situational MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ARCTIC.— awareness for beyond-line-of-sight oper- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any ations. to amend the Internal Revenue Code of other provision of this chapter, and not later (4) DEADLINES.—The Administrator shall— 1986 to permanently extend increased than 180 days after the date of the enactment (A) initiate development of the research expensing limitations, and for other of the Federal Aviation Administration Re- plan not later than 90 days after the date of purposes; which was ordered to lie on authorization Act of 2016, the Secretary shall determine if certain unmanned aircraft sys- enactment of this Act; and the table; as follows: (B) not later than 180 days after the date of tems may operate safely in the Arctic be- enactment of this Act— At the appropriate place, insert the fol- yond the limitations of the notice of pro- (i) complete the research plan; lowing: posed rulemaking relating to operation and (ii) submit the research plan to the appro- SEC. ll. CUBAN IMMIGRANTS. certification of small unmanned aircraft sys- priate committees of Congress; and (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be tems (80 Fed. Reg. 9544), including operation (iii) publish the research plan on the Fed- cited as the ‘‘Cuban Immigrant Work Oppor- of such systems beyond the visual line of eral Aviation Administration’s Web site. tunity Act of 2016’’. sight of the operator. (b) PILOT PROGRAM.— (b) CERTAIN CUBANS INELIGIBLE FOR REF- ‘‘(2) ASSESSMENT OF UNMANNED AIRCRAFT (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 120 days UGEE ASSISTANCE.— SYSTEMS.—In making the determination re- after the date the research plan under sub- (1) IN GENERAL.—Title V of the Refugee quired by paragraph (1), the Secretary shall section (a) is submitted under paragraph Education Assistance Act of 1980 (8 U.S.C. determine, at a minimum— (4)(B) of that subsection, the Administrator 1522 note) is amended— ‘‘(A) which types of unmanned aircraft sys- of the Federal Aviation Administration shall (A) in the title heading, by striking tems, if any, as a result of their size, weight, coordinate with the Administrator of the Na- ‘‘CUBAN AND’’; speed, operational capability, proximity to tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- (B) in section 501— airports and populated areas, and operation tion and the small unmanned aircraft sys- (i) by striking ‘‘Cuban and’’ each place beyond visual line of sight do not create a tems industry to develop operational con- such phrase appears; hazard to users of the airspace over the Arc- cepts and top-level system requirements for (ii) in subsection (d), by striking ‘‘Cuban tic or the public or pose a threat to national a UTM system pilot program, consistent or’’; and security; with subsection (a). (iii) in subsection (e)— ‘‘(B) which beyond-line-of-sight operations (2) USE OF CENTER OF EXCELLENCE AND TEST (I) in paragraph (1)— provide extraordinary public benefit justi- SITES.—In developing and carrying out the (aa) by striking ‘‘Cuban/’’ and fying safe accommodation of the operations pilot program under this subsection, the Ad- (bb) by striking ‘‘Cuba or’’; and while minimizing restrictions on manned ministrator shall, to the maximum extent (II) in paragraph (2), by striking ‘‘Cuba aircraft operations; and practicable, leverage the capabilities of and or’’. ‘‘(C) whether a certificate of waiver, cer- utilize the Center of Excellence for Un- (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— tificate of authorization, or airworthiness manned Aircraft Systems and the test sites (A) PERSONAL RESPONSIBILITY AND WORK OP- certification under section 44704 is required (as defined by section 44801 of title 49, United PORTUNITY RECONCILIATION ACT OF 1996.—Sec- for the operation of unmanned aircraft sys- States Code, as added by section 2121). tion 403(b)(1)(D) of the Personal Responsi- tems identified under subparagraph (A). (3) SOLICITATION.—The Administrator shall bility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation ‘‘(3) REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE OPERATION.— issue a solicitation for operational prototype Act of 1996 (8 U.S.C. 1613(b)(1)(D)) is amended, If the Secretary determines under this sub- systems that meet the necessary objectives by striking ‘‘a Cuban’’ and all that follows section that certain unmanned aircraft sys- for use in a pilot program to demonstrate, and inserting ‘‘an eligible participant (as de- tems may operate safely in the Arctic be- validate, or modify, as appropriate, the re- fined in section 101(3) of the Refugee Edu- yond the visual line of sight of the operator, quirements developed under paragraph (1). cation Assistance Act of 1980 (8 U.S.C. 1522 the Secretary shall establish requirements (c) COMPREHENSIVE PLAN.— note)).’’. for the safe equipage and operation of such (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 270 days (B) OMNIBUS EDUCATION RECONCILIATION ACT aircraft systems while minimizing the effect after the date the pilot program under sub- OF 1981.—Section 543(a)(2) of the Omnibus on manned aircraft operations.’’. section (b) is complete, the Administrator of Education Reconciliation Act of 1981 (title V the Federal Aviation Administration, in co- of Public Law 97–35) is amended by striking SA 3724. Ms. MURKOWSKI (for her- ordination with the Administrator of the Na- ‘‘a Cuban-Haitian entrant’’ and inserting ‘‘a self and Mr. SULLIVAN) submitted an tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- Haitian entrant’’. amendment intended to be proposed to tion, and in consultation with the head of (C) IMMIGRATION AND NATIONALITY ACT.— amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. each relevant Federal agency, shall develop Section 245A(h)(2)(A) of the Immigration and a comprehensive plan for the deployment of Nationality Act (8 U.S.C. 1255a(h)(2)(A)) is MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself UTM systems in the national airspace. amended by striking ‘‘a Cuban’’ and all that and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (2) SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS.—The com- follows and inserting ‘‘an eligible participant to amend the Internal Revenue Code of prehensive plan under paragraph (1) shall in- (as defined in section 101(3) of the Refugee 1986 to permanently extend increased

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MODIFICATION OF EXCISE TAX EX- including a gate or ticket agent, who is per- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. EMPTION FOR SMALL AIRCRAFT ON forming the duties of the representative or MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ESTABLISHED LINES. agent,’’. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 4281 of the Inter- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section to amend the Internal Revenue Code of nal Revenue Code of 1986 is amended— 46503 is amended in the section heading by (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘6,000 inserting ‘‘or air carrier customer represent- 1986 to permanently extend increased pounds or less’’ and inserting ‘‘12,500 pounds atives’’ after ‘‘screening personnel’’. expensing limitations, and for other or less’’, and (c) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The analysis purposes; which was ordered to lie on (2) by striking subsection (c) and inserting for chapter 465 is amended by striking the the table; as follows: the following: item relating to section 46503 and inserting At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ‘‘(c) ESTABLISHED LINE.—For purposes of the following: lowing. this section, an aircraft shall not be consid- ‘‘46503. Interference with security screening (3) PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITIZEN- ered as operated on an established line if op- personnel or air carrier cus- SHIP CONTROL REQUIREMENTS.—Section erated under an authorization to conduct on- tomer representatives.’’. 46301(a), as amended by paragraph (1), is fur- demand operations in common carriage pur- ther amended— suant to section 119.21(a)(5) of title 14, Code SA 3727. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself (A) in paragraph (1)(A), by inserting ‘‘(ex- of Federal Regulations, as in effect on the cept as provided in paragraph (7))’’ after date of the enactment of the Federal Avia- and Mrs. MURRAY) submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘chapter 411’’; and tion Administration Reauthorization Act of (B) by adding at the end the following: 2016.’’. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(7) PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITIZEN- (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself SHIP CONTROL REQUIREMENTS.—(A) A person made by this section shall apply to taxable and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, that controls an air carrier required to hold transportation provided after the date of the to amend the Internal Revenue Code of a certificate under section 41101(a) or to be enactment of this Act. 1986 to permanently extend increased exempted from such requirement under sec- expensing limitations, and for other tion 40109 and is not a citizen of the United SA 3725. Mr. FLAKE submitted an purposes; which was ordered to lie on States— amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(i) shall be liable to the United States the table; as follows: amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. Government for a civil penalty of not more MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself At the appropriate place, insert the fol- than $25,000 for each day or each flight dur- lowing: and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ing which the person is not in compliance to amend the Internal Revenue Code of SEC. ll. RESEARCH PROGRAM ON ALTER- with section 41101(a) or 40109, as applicable NATIVE JET FUEL TECHNOLOGY (or of not more than $1,100 for each such day 1986 to permanently extend increased FOR CIVIL AIRCRAFT. or such flight if the person is an individual expensing limitations, and for other Section 911 of the FAA Modernization and or small business concern and the controlled purposes; which was ordered to lie on Reform Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–95; 49 air carrier is also a small business concern); the table; as follows: U.S.C. 44504 note) is amended— ‘‘(ii) shall not be jointly and severally lia- At the end of title V, add the following: (1) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘to assist ble for any civil penalty imposed pursuant to in’’ and inserting ‘‘with the objective of ac- paragraph (1) on the air carrier under such SEC. 5037. AUTHORIZATION OF AIR CARRIERS TO celerating’’; PROVIDE SERVICE BETWEEN THE unlawful control; UNITED STATES AND CUBA FOR (2) in subsection (c)(1)(B), by inserting ‘‘(iii) shall be deemed to have engaged in CITIZENS OF OTHER COUNTRIES ‘‘and ability to prioritize researchable con- unfair and deceptive practices and unfair WITH ITINERARIES THAT BEGIN AND straints’’ after ‘‘with experience’’; and methods of competition in violation of sec- END OUTSIDE THE UNITED STATES. (3) by adding at the end the following: tion 41712; and (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding any ‘‘(e) COLLABORATION AND REPORT.— ‘‘(iv) shall be jointly and severally liable, other provision of law, an air carrier pro- ‘‘(1) COLLABORATION.—The Administrator, together with the air carrier operating under viding permissible scheduled service between in coordination with the Administrator of such unlawful control, to pay restitution to the United States and Cuba pursuant to a NASA, the Secretary of Energy, and the Sec- any air carrier subject to such unfair and de- frequency allocation by the Department of retary of Agriculture, shall continue re- ceptive practices and unfair methods of com- Transportation may carry passengers who search and development activities into the petition as ordered by the Secretary of are citizens of countries other than the development and deployment of jet fuels de- Transportation. United States or Cuba and their accom- scribed in subsection (a). ‘‘(B) The Secretary of Transportation is panied baggage to or from Cuba to the same ‘‘(2) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after authorized to consider any amounts paid in extent as the air carrier would be authorized the date of the enactment of the Federal restitution as a mitigating factor when im- to carry those passengers to any other des- Aviation Administration Reauthorization posing a civil penalty under this paragraph. tination, provided that the ticketed Act of 2016, the Administrator, in coordina- ‘‘(C) Any aircraft operated by an air car- itinerary for those passengers begins and tion with the Administrator of NASA, the rier that is not a citizen of the United States ends outside the United States. Secretary of Energy, and the Secretary of shall be prohibited from operating within the (b) CITIZENSHIP.—An air carrier may rely Agriculture, and after consultation with the United States until any civil penalty or res- on the passport presented by the passenger heads of other relevant agencies, shall sub- titution imposed pursuant to this paragraph in determining the citizenship of the pas- mit to Congress a joint plan to carry out the has been satisfied.’’. senger under subsection (a). research described in paragraph (1).’’. (c) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 60 days SA 3730. Mr. VITTER submitted an after the date of the enactment of this Act, SA 3728. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself, amendment intended to be proposed to the President shall prescribe regulations to Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. BLUMENTHAL, and amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. implement this section. Mr. MARKEY) submitted an amendment MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself intended to be proposed to amendment and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, SA 3726. Ms. CANTWELL (for herself, SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL to amend the Internal Revenue Code of Mrs. MURRAY, and Ms. HIRONO) sub- (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. 1986 to permanently extend increased mitted an amendment intended to be NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend expensing limitations, and for other proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to purposes; which was ordered to lie on posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. permanently extend increased expens- the table; as follows: THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to ing limitations, and for other purposes; At the appropriate place, insert the fol- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal which was ordered to lie on the table; lowing: Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently as follows: SEC. ll. ENFORCEMENT OF CERTIFICATE RE- extend increased expensing limita- QUIREMENTS. tions, and for other purposes; which On page 198, strike lines 3 through 11, and (a) CIVIL ACTIONS AUTHORIZED.—Section insert the following: was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- 46101(a) is amended by adding at the end the (b) CONTENTS.—In revising the regulations following: lows: under subsection (a), the Administrator shall ‘‘(5)(A) If a complaint filed under this sub- Strike section 5009 and insert the fol- ensure that a flight attendant scheduled to a section alleges that an air carrier required to lowing: duty period of 14 hours or less is given a hold a certificate under section 41101(a) or

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Mr. DAINES, and Mr. HELLER) sub- States, and the Secretary of Transportation, ‘‘(B) The Secretary of Transportation is mitted an amendment intended to be authorized to consider any amounts paid in the Under Secretary for Policy, or the Ad- proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- ministrator of the Federal Aviation Admin- restitution as a mitigating factor when im- istration dismisses the complaint without a posing a civil penalty under this paragraph. posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. hearing or fails to resolve the complaint on ‘‘(C) Any aircraft operated by an air car- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to the merits within 180 days after such com- rier that is not a citizen of the United States the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal plaint is filed, the complainant may bring a shall be prohibited from operating within the Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently civil action against the air carrier in a dis- United States until any civil penalty or res- extend increased expensing limita- trict court of the United States pursuant to titution imposed pursuant to this paragraph tions, and for other purposes; which section 46108. has been satisfied.’’. was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- ‘‘(B) A civil action authorized under sub- paragraph (A) shall not be subject to dis- SA 3731. Mrs. BOXER submitted an lows: missal or stay on the grounds that adminis- amendment intended to be proposed to At the end of subtitle A of title IV, insert trative remedies have not been exhausted or amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. the following: that the action is subject to the primary ju- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself SEC. 4118. SENSE OF CONGRESS ON THE NEXT risdiction of the Federal Aviation Adminis- GENERATION AIR TRANSPORTATION and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, tration. SYSTEM. ‘‘(C) Nothing in this paragraph may be con- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of It is the sense of Congress that— strued to require a person to file a complaint 1986 to permanently extend increased (1) the Next Generation Air Transportation pursuant to paragraph (1) before bringing a expensing limitations, and for other System (known as ‘‘NextGen’’) could, if prop- civil action pursuant to section 46108.’’. purposes; which was ordered to lie on erly implemented, provide much needed (b) REMEDIES.—Section 46108 is amended— the table; as follows: modernization of air traffic technologies to (1) by striking ‘‘An interested person’’ and meet the future needs of the national air- At the end of subtitle A of title II, add the inserting the following: space; following: ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—An interested person’’; (2) once fully implemented, advancements (2) in subsection (a), as designated, by PART V—SAFE OPERATION OF from implementation of the Next Generation striking ‘‘of this title’’ and all that follows UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS Air Transportation System could result in and inserting ‘‘or to enforce the terms of an SEC. 2171. SHORT TITLE. billions of dollars of economic benefits to air exemption issued under section 40109.’’; and This part may be cited as the ‘‘Safety for carriers and the travel industry; (3) by adding at the end the following: Airports and Firefighters by Ensuring (3) the Next Generation Air Transportation ‘‘(b) DEFENDANTS.—A person that controls Drones Refrain from Obstructing Necessary System has the potential to improve air traf- an air carrier required to hold a certificate Equipment Act of 2016’’ or the ‘‘SAFE fic management by— under section 41101(a) or exempted from such DRONE Act of 2016’’. (A) improving weather forecasting; requirement under section 40109 may be SEC. 2172. CRIMINAL PENALTY FOR OPERATING (B) enhancing safety; named as a defendant in an action under this DRONES IN CERTAIN LOCATIONS. (C) creating more flexible spacing and se- section if such person is not a citizen of the (a) IN GENERAL.—Chapter 2 of title 18, quencing of aircraft; United States. United States Code, is amended by adding at (D) reducing air traffic separation; and ‘‘(c) LIABILITY.—A person described in sub- the end the following: (E) reducing congestion; section (b)— ‘‘§ 40A. Operating drones in certain locations (4) improvements to air traffic manage- ‘‘(1) shall be jointly and severally liable for ment through the implementation of the ‘‘(a) OFFENSE.—It shall be unlawful for a any damages suffered by a citizen of the Next Generation Air Transportation System person to knowingly operate a drone in a re- United States as a result of the person’s fail- will provide benefits— stricted area without proper authorization ure to comply with section 41101(a); and (A) to the flying public, such as reduced from the Federal Aviation Administration. ‘‘(2) shall be subject to injunctive relief. delays, reduced wait times, more direct ‘‘(b) EXCEPTION.—Subsection (a) shall not ‘‘(d) VENUE.—A civil action under this sec- flights, and an overall enhanced flying expe- tion may be brought in the judicial district apply to operations conducted for purposes of firefighting or emergency response by a rience; and in which any defendant does business or in (B) to commercial air carriers, such as fuel the judicial district in which the violation Federal, State, or local unit of government (including any individual conducting such cost savings, lower operational costs, and occurred.’’. improved customer satisfaction; and (c) PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITIZEN- operations pursuant to a contract or other agreement entered into with the unit). (5) fully and swiftly implementing the Next SHIP CONTROL REQUIREMENTS.—Section Generation Air Transportation System ‘‘(c) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 90 days 46301(a), as amended by section 2133(b)(1), is should remain a top priority for the United further amended— after the date of the enactment of this sec- tion, the Attorney General shall, by regula- States to maximize the efficiency of the air- (1) in paragraph (1)(A), by inserting ‘‘(ex- space system of the United States, maintain cept as provided in paragraph (7))’’ after tion, establish penalties for a violation of this section that the Attorney General deter- a competitive advantage, and remain a glob- ‘‘chapter 411’’; and al leader in aviation. (2) by adding at the end the following: mines are reasonably calculated to provide a ‘‘(7) PENALTIES FOR VIOLATIONS OF CITIZEN- deterrent to operating drones in restricted SA 3733. Mr. HOEVEN (for himself SHIP CONTROL REQUIREMENTS.—(A) A person areas, which may include a term of imprison- that controls an air carrier required to hold ment. and Mr. WYDEN) submitted an amend- a certificate under section 41101(a) or to be ‘‘(d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section— ment intended to be proposed to exempted from such requirement under sec- ‘‘(1) the term ‘drone’ has the meaning amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. tion 40109 and is not a citizen of the United given the term ‘unmanned aircraft’ in sec- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself States— tion 44801 of title 49; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ‘‘(i) shall be liable to the United States ‘‘(2) the terms ‘large hub airport’, ‘medium to amend the Internal Revenue Code of Government for a civil penalty of not more hub airport’, and ‘small hub airport’ have the meanings given those terms in section 1986 to permanently extend increased than $25,000 for each day or each flight dur- expensing limitations, and for other ing which the person is not in compliance 47102 of title 49; and with section 41101(a) or 40109, as applicable ‘‘(3) the term ‘restricted area’ means— purposes; which was ordered to lie on (or of not more than $1,100 for each such day ‘‘(A) within a 2-mile radius of a small hub the table; as follows: or such flight if the person is an individual airport, medium hub airport, or large hub At the end of part II of subtitle A of title or small business concern and the controlled airport; II, add the following: air carrier is also a small business concern); ‘‘(B) within 2 miles of the outermost pe- SEC. 2144. EXEMPTION FOR THE OPERATION OF ‘‘(ii) shall be jointly and severally liable rimeter of an ongoing firefighting operation CERTAIN UNMANNED AIRCRAFT AT for any civil penalty imposed pursuant to involving the Department of Agriculture or TEST SITES. paragraph (1) on the air carrier under such the Department of the Interior; or (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 30 days unlawful control; ‘‘(C) in an area that is subject to a tem- after the date of the enactment of this Act, ‘‘(iii) shall be deemed to have engaged in porary flight restriction issued by the Ad- and without the opportunity for prior public unfair and deceptive practices and unfair ministrator of the Federal Aviation Admin- notice and comment, the Administrator methods of competition in violation of sec- istration.’’. shall grant an exemption for the operation of tion 41712; and (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of unmanned aircraft systems for any non- ‘‘(iv) shall be jointly and severally liable, sections at the beginning of chapter 2 of title hobby, non-recreational, and non-commer- together with the air carrier operating under 18, United States Code, is amended by adding cial purpose under the oversight of an un- such unlawful control, to pay restitution to at the end the following new item: manned aircraft system test site to all per- any air carrier subject to such unfair and de- ‘‘40A. Operating drones in certain loca- sons that meet the terms, conditions, and ceptive practices and unfair methods of com- tions.’’. limitations described in subsection (b) for

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(b) TERMS, CONDITIONS, AND LIMITATIONS.— tion or certificate, and any other activity (C) Assisting in the development of civil (1) IN GENERAL.—The exemption granted carried out by the Federal Aviation Adminis- unmanned aircraft airworthiness certifi- under subsection (a) or any amendment to tration under this section shall be made cation, development of airborne and ground- that exemption— without regard to— based sense and avoid capabilities for un- (A) shall, at a minimum, exempt the oper- (A) the notice and comment provisions of manned aircraft systems, and research and ator of an unmanned aircraft system from section 553 of title 5, United States Code; and development on unmanned aircraft systems, the provisions of parts 21, 43, 61, and 91 of (B) chapter 35 of title 44, United States especially with respect to matters involving title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, that Code (commonly known as the ‘‘Paperwork human factors, information assurance, and are applicable only to civil aircraft or civil Reduction Act’’). security. aircraft operations; (2) SAVINGS PROVISIONS.—Nothing in this (b) PARTICIPATION BY FEDERAL AVIATION (B) may contain such other terms, condi- section shall be construed to— ADMINISTRATION IN DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE tions, and limitations as the Administrator (A) affect the issuance of a rule by or any ACTIVITIES.— may deem necessary in the interest of avia- other activity of the Secretary of Transpor- (1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator may tion safety or the efficiency of the national tation or the Administrator under any other participate and provide assistance for par- airspace system; and provision of law; or ticipation in test and evaluation efforts of (C) shall require a person, before initiating (B) invalidate an exemption granted or cer- the Department of Defense, including the Air an operation under the exemption, to provide tificate of waiver or authorization issued by Force, relating to ground-based sense and written notice to the unmanned aircraft sys- the Administrator before the date of the en- avoid and airborne sense and avoid capabili- tem test site overseeing the operation, in a actment of this Act. ties for unmanned aircraft systems. form and manner specified by the Adminis- (g) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: (2) PARTICIPATION THROUGH CENTERS OF EX- trator, that states, at a minimum, that the (1) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘‘Adminis- CELLENCE AND TEST SITES.—Participation person has read, understands, and will com- trator’’ means the Administrator of the Fed- under paragraph (1) may include provision of ply with all terms, conditions, and limita- eral Aviation Administration. assistance through the Unmanned Aircraft tions of the exemption and applicable certifi- (2) AIRMAN CERTIFICATE.—The term ‘‘air- Systems Center of Excellence and Unmanned cates of waiver or authorization. man certificate’’ means an airman certifi- Aircraft Systems Test Sites. (2) TRANSMISSION TO FEDERAL AVIATION AD- cate issued under section 44703 of title 49, MINISTRATION.—The unmanned aircraft sys- United States Code. SA 3735. Mr. SASSE submitted an tem test site overseeing an operation shall (3) CERTIFICATE OF WAIVER OR AUTHORIZA- amendment intended to be proposed to transmit to the Federal Aviation Adminis- TION.—The term ‘‘certificate of waiver or au- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. tration copies of all notices under paragraph thorization’’ means an authorization issued (1)(C) relating to the operation in a form and by the Federal Aviation Administration for MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself manner specified by the Administrator. the operation of aircraft in deviation from a and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (c) NO AIRWORTHINESS OR AIRMAN CERTIFI- rule or regulation and includes the terms, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of CATE REQUIRED.— conditions, and limitations of the authoriza- 1986 to permanently extend increased (1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding para- tion. expensing limitations, and for other graph (1), (2)(A), or (3) of section 44711(a) of (4) UNMANNED AIRCRAFT; UNMANNED AIR- purposes; which was ordered to lie on title 49, United States Code, the Adminis- CRAFT SYSTEM.—The terms ‘‘unmanned air- the table; as follows: trator may allow a person may operate, or craft’’ and ‘‘unmanned aircraft system’’ have employ an airman who operates, an un- the meanings given those terms in section At the end of title V, add the following: manned aircraft system for any non-hobby 44801 of title 49, United States Code, as added SEC. 5037. LIMITATION ON DISCRETION OF U.S. or non-recreational purpose under the over- by section 2121. CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTEC- sight of an unmanned aircraft system test (5) UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM TEST TION TO SPEND FEES. site without an airman certificate and with- SITE.—The term ‘‘unmanned aircraft system Notwithstanding any other provision of out an airworthiness certificate for the air- test site’’ means an entity designated to op- law, any amounts collected as fees by the craft if the operations of the unmanned air- erate a test site, as defined by section 44801of Commissioner of U.S. Customs and Border craft system meet all terms, limitations, and title 49, United States Code, as added by sec- Protection shall be deposited in the general conditions of an exemption issued under sub- tion 2121. fund of the Treasury and shall be available section (a) and of a certificate of waiver or to U.S. Customs and Border Protection only authorization issued to the unmanned air- SA 3734. Mr. BROWN (for himself and as provided for in advance in an appropria- craft system test site by the Administrator. Mr. PORTMAN) submitted an amend- tions Act. (2) PILOT CERTIFICATION EXEMPTION.—If the ment intended to be proposed to Secretary proposes, under this section, to re- SA 3736. Mr. WARNER (for himself quire an operator of an unmanned aircraft amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. INHOFE) submitted an amend- system to hold an airman certificate or a ment intended to be proposed to medical certificate, or to have a minimum and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, number of hours operating a manned air- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. craft, the Secretary shall set forth the rea- 1986 to permanently extend increased MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself soning for such proposal and seek public no- expensing limitations, and for other and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, tice and comment before imposing any such purposes; which was ordered to lie on to amend the Internal Revenue Code of requirements. the table; as follows: 1986 to permanently extend increased (d) DATA AVAILABLE FOR CERTIFICATE OF At the appropriate place in subtitle A of expensing limitations, and for other AIRWORTHINESS.—The Administrator shall purposes; which was ordered to lie on accept data collected or developed as a result title II, insert the following: of an operation of an unmanned aircraft sys- SEC. llll. COLLABORATION BETWEEN FED- the table; as follows: tem conducted under the oversight of an un- ERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION On page 125, line 11, insert ‘‘, or commer- manned aircraft system test site pursuant to AND DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE ON cial operators operating under contract with an exemption issued under subsection (a) for UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEMS. a public entity,’’ after ‘‘systems’’. consideration in an application for an air- (a) COLLABORATION BETWEEN FEDERAL worthiness certificate for the unmanned air- AVIATION ADMINISTRATION IN DEPARTMENT OF SA 3737. Mr. KIRK (for himself and DEFENSE REQUIRED.— craft system. Mr. HATCH) submitted an amendment (1) IN GENERAL.—The Administrator of the (e) SUNSET.—The exemption issued under intended to be proposed to amendment subsection (a), and any amendment to that Federal Aviation Administration and the exemption, shall cease to be valid on the Secretary of Defense shall collaborate on de- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL date of the termination of the unmanned air- veloping ground-based sense and avoid (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. craft system test site program under section (GBSAA) and airborne sense and avoid NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend 332(c) of the FAA Modernization and Reform (ABSAA) capabilities for unmanned aircraft the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to Act of 2012 (Public Law 112–95; 49 U.S.C. 40101 systems (UAS). permanently extend increased expens- note). (2) ELEMENTS.—The collaboration required ing limitations, and for other purposes; (f) RULES OF CONSTRUCTION AND PROCE- by paragraph (1) shall include the following: which was ordered to lie on the table; DURE.— (A) Assisting the Administrator in safely (1) IN GENERAL.—The issuance of an exemp- integrating unmanned aircraft systems and as follows: tion under subsection (a), the issuance of a manned aircraft in the national airspace sys- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- certificate of waiver or authorization (in- tem. lowing:

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Mr. INHOFE submitted an and Section 40122(g)(2)(B) is amended— (1) by inserting ‘‘3304(f),’’ before ‘‘3308- amendment intended to be proposed to (2) in subsection (c), by striking ‘‘ticket amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. agent,’’. 3320’’; and (2) by inserting ‘‘3330a, 3330b, 3330c, and MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself SA 3738. Mr. VITTER submitted an 3330d,’’ before ‘‘relating’’. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, amendment intended to be proposed to to amend the Internal Revenue Code of SA 3741. Ms. HIRONO (for herself, Mr. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. 1986 to permanently extend increased DAINES, and Mr. TESTER) submitted an expensing limitations, and for other MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself amendment intended to be proposed to purposes; which was ordered to lie on and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. the table; as follows: to amend the Internal Revenue Code of MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself At the end of title V, add the following: 1986 to permanently extend increased and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, expensing limitations, and for other to amend the Internal Revenue Code of SEC. 5037. LIABILITY PROTECTION FOR VOLUN- TEER PILOTS WHO FLY FOR THE purposes; which was ordered to lie on 1986 to permanently extend increased the table; as follows: PUBLIC BENEFIT. expensing limitations, and for other (a) FINDINGS AND PURPOSES.— At the end of title V, add the following: purposes; which was ordered to lie on (1) FINDINGS.—Congress finds the following: SEC. 5037. MODIFICATIONS TO PILOT PROGRAM the table; as follows: (A) Many volunteer pilots fly for the public ON PRIVATE OWNERSHIP OF AIR- benefit for nonprofit organizations and pro- PORTS. Beginning on page 339, strike line 24, and all that follows through page 340, line 5, and vide valuable services to communities and (a) SUPPORT FOR ESSENTIAL insert the following: individuals in need. PREDEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES.—Section 47134 (c) APPLICATION.—The amendments made (B) In each calendar year volunteer pilots is amended by adding at the end the fol- by this section shall apply with respect to and the nonprofit organizations those pilots lowing: any employee of the Federal Aviation Ad- fly for provide long-distance, no-cost trans- ‘‘(n) PREDEVELOPMENT GRANTS.—There are ministration or the Transportation Security portation for tens of thousands of people dur- authorized to be appropriated, out of funds Administration hired on or after the date ing times of special need. Flights provide pa- available to the Federal Aviation Adminis- that is 1 year after the date of enactment of tient and medical transport, disaster relief, tration, $15,000,000 for purposes of making this Act. and humanitarian assistance, and conduct grants to airports, in an amount not to ex- (d) POLICIES AND PROCEDURES.—Not later other charitable missions that benefit the ceed $750,000 per grant, to carry out than 270 days after the date of enactment of public. predevelopment activities relating to the this Act, the Administrator of the Federal (C) Such nonprofit organizations have sup- pilot program under this section, subject to Aviation Administration and the Adminis- ported the homeland security of the United such terms and conditions as the Secretary, trator of the Transportation Security Ad- States by providing volunteer pilot services in consultation with the Administrator, may ministration shall during and following disasters and during reasonably require.’’. other times of national emergency. (b) AUTHORIZATION OF ENTITIES PARTIALLY SA 3742. Ms. HIRONO (for herself, Ms. (D) Most other kinds of volunteers are pro- OWNED BY PUBLIC AGENCIES TO PARTICIPATE MURKOWSKI, Mr. SCHATZ, and Mr. SUL- tected from liability by the Volunteer Pro- IN PILOT PROGRAM.—Subsection (a) of such LIVAN) submitted an amendment in- tection Act of 1997 (42 U.S.C. 14501 et seq.), section is amended by striking ‘‘public agen- tended to be proposed to amendment but volunteer pilots are not. cy’’ and inserting ‘‘person owned solely by a SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL (2) PURPOSES.—The purposes of this section public agency’’. are, by amending the Volunteer Protection (c) INCREASE IN PARTICIPATION OF CERTAIN (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. Act of 1997— AIRPORTS.—Subsection (d)(2) of such section NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend (A) to extend the protection of that Act to is amended by striking ‘‘more than 1 applica- the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to volunteer pilots; tion submitted by an airport’’ and inserting permanently extend increased expens- (B) to promote the activities of volunteer ‘‘more than 3 applications submitted by air- ing limitations, and for other purposes; pilots and the nonprofit organizations those ports’’. which was ordered to lie on the table; pilots fly for in providing flights for the pub- as follows: lic benefit; and SA 3739. Mr. ROUNDS (for himself At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (C) to sustain and enhance the availability and Mr. LEE) submitted an amendment lowing: of the services that such pilots and nonprofit intended to be proposed to amendment SEC. ll. EXCEPTIONS TO RESTRUCTURING OF organizations provide, including— SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL PASSENGER FEE. (i) transportation at no cost to financially (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 44940(c) is amend- needy medical patients for medical treat- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend ed— ment, evaluation, and diagnosis; the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to (1) in paragraph (1), by striking ‘‘Fees im- (ii) flights for humanitarian and charitable permanently extend increased expens- posed’’ and inserting ‘‘Except as provided in purposes; and ing limitations, and for other purposes; paragraph (2), fees imposed’’; (iii) other flights of compassion. (2) by redesignating paragraph (2) as para- (b) LIABILITY PROTECTION FOR PILOTS THAT which was ordered to lie on the table; graph (3); and FLY FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.—Section 4 of the as follows: (3) by inserting after paragraph (1) the fol- Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 (42 U.S.C. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- lowing: 14503) is amended— lowing: ‘‘(2) EXCEPTIONS.—Fees imposed under sub- (1) by redesignating subsections (b) SEC. ll. AIRLINE TRANSPORT PILOT CERTIFI- section (a)(1) may not exceed $2.50 per through (f) as subsections (c) through (g), re- CATE REQUIREMENTS. enplanement, and the total amount of such spectively; and Subsection (d) of section 217 of the Airline fees may not exceed $5.00 per one-way trip, (2) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘sub- Safety and Federal Aviation Administration for passengers— sections (b) and (d)’’ and inserting ‘‘sub- Extension Act of 2010 (Public Law 111–216; 49 ‘‘(A) boarding to an eligible place under sections (b), (c), and (e)’’; and U.S.C. 44701 note) is amended by striking subchapter II of chapter 417 for which essen- (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the fol- ‘‘courses,’’ and inserting ‘‘courses and tial air service compensation is paid under lowing: courses offered by certificated air carriers,’’. that subchapter; or ‘‘(b) LIABILITY PROTECTION FOR PILOTS ‘‘(B) on flights, including flight segments, THAT FLY FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.—Except as SA 3740. Ms. HIRONO (for herself and between 2 or more points in Hawaii or 2 or provided in subsections (c) and (e), no volun- Mr. DAINES) submitted an amendment more points in Alaska.’’. teer of a volunteer pilot nonprofit organiza- intended to be proposed to amendment (b) IMPLEMENTATION OF FEE EXCEPTIONS.— tion that arranges flights for public benefit The Secretary of Homeland Security shall shall be liable for harm caused by an act or SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL implement the fee exceptions under the omission of the volunteer on behalf of the or- (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. amendments made by subsection (a)— ganization if, at the time of the act or omis- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend (1) beginning on the date that is 30 days sion, the volunteer— the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to after the date of the enactment of this Act; ‘‘(1) was operating an aircraft in further- permanently extend increased expens- and ance of the purpose of, and acting within the

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scope of the volunteer’s responsibilities on (1) the public benefits to consumers of alli- (1) VOLUNTARY CHANGES IN ITINERARY.— behalf of, the nonprofit organization; ances and the consequences of alliances, if Subsection (a) shall not apply if a passenger ‘‘(2) was properly licensed and insured for any, to competition, pricing, and new entry does not receive a service described in that the operation of the aircraft; into markets served by alliances; subsection because the passenger voluntarily ‘‘(3) was in compliance with all require- (2) the representations made by air carriers chose to make changes to the passenger’s ments of the Federal Aviation Administra- to the Secretary of Transportation for the flight itinerary. tion for recent flight experience; and necessity of an antitrust exemption; (2) EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANES.—An air ‘‘(4) did not cause the harm through willful (3) the Department of Transportation’s ex- carrier is not required to provide a refund or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, pectations of public benefits resulting from under subsection (a) with respect to a fee for reckless misconduct, or a conscious, flagrant alliances, including whether such expected a service if the carrier is prevented from pro- indifference to the rights or safety of the in- benefits were actually achieved; vide the service by extraordinary cir- dividual harmed by the volunteer.’’. (4) the Department of Transportation’s cumstances that could not have been avoided role in the approval and monitoring of alli- by the air carrier even if all reasonable SA 3744. Mr. INHOFE submitted an ances; measures had been taken. amendment intended to be proposed to (5) whether there has been sufficient trans- Strike section 5023 and insert the fol- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. parency in the approval of alliances, includ- lowing: MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ing opportunities for public review and feed- SEC. 5023. GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OF- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, back; FICE STUDY OF INTERNATIONAL AIR to amend the Internal Revenue Code of (6) the role of the Department of Justice in CARRIER ALLIANCES. 1986 to permanently extend increased the oversight of alliances; (a) IN GENERAL.—The Comptroller General expensing limitations, and for other (7) whether there are alternatives to anti- of the United States shall conduct a study of certain cooperative agreements between purposes; which was ordered to lie on trust immunity that could be conferred that would also produce public benefits; and United States air carriers and non-United the table; as follows: (8) the level of competition between alli- States air carriers (referred to in this section Strike section 3110 and insert the fol- ances. as ‘‘alliances’’) that— lowing: (c) RECOMMENDATIONS.—Not later than 180 (1) have been created pursuant to section SEC. 3110. REFUNDS FOR OTHER FEES THAT ARE days after the date of the enactment of this 41309 of title 49, United States Code; and NOT HONORED BY A COVERED AIR Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to (2) have been exempted from antitrust laws CARRIER. Congress the results of the study conducted (as defined in the first section of the Clayton (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year under subsection (a). Act ( 15 U.S.C. 12)) pursuant to section 41308 after the date of the enactment of this Act, of title 49, United States Code. the Secretary of Transportation shall pro- SA 3746. Mr. INHOFE submitted an (b) SCOPE.—In conducting the study under mulgate regulations that require each cov- subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall ered air carrier to promptly provide a refund amendment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. assess— to a passenger, upon request, of any ancil- (1) the public benefits to consumers of alli- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself lary fees paid by the passenger for a service, ances and the consequences of alliances, if as defined and disclosed by the air carrier, and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, any, to competition, pricing, and new entry that, except as provided in subsection (b), to amend the Internal Revenue Code of into markets served by alliances; the passenger does not receive, including on 1986 to permanently extend increased (2) the representations made by air carriers the passenger’s scheduled flight or, if the expensing limitations, and for other to the Secretary of Transportation for the flight is rescheduled, a subsequent replace- necessity of an antitrust exemption; ment itinerary. purposes; which was ordered to lie on (3) the Department of Transportation’s ex- (b) EXCEPTIONS.— the table; as follows: pectations of public benefits resulting from (1) VOLUNTARY CHANGES IN ITINERARY.— Strike section 3109 and insert the fol- alliances, including whether such expected Subsection (a) shall not apply if a passenger lowing: benefits were actually achieved; does not receive a service described in that SEC. 3109. REFUNDS FOR DELAYED BAGGAGE. subsection because the passenger voluntarily (4) the Department of Transportation’s (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year role in the approval and monitoring of alli- chose to make changes to the passenger’s after the date of the enactment of this Act, flight itinerary. ances; the Secretary of Transportation shall issue (5) whether there has been sufficient trans- (2) EXTRAORDINARY CIRCUMSTANES.—An air final regulations to require a covered air car- carrier is not required to provide a refund parency in the approval of alliances, includ- rier to promptly provide a refund to a pas- ing opportunities for public review and feed- under subsection (a) with respect to a fee for senger, upon request, in the amount of any a service if the carrier is prevented from pro- back; applicable ancillary fees paid by the pas- (6) the role of the Department of Justice in vide the service by extraordinary cir- senger if the air carrier has charged the pas- cumstances that could not have been avoided the oversight of alliances; senger an ancillary fee for checked baggage (7) whether there are alternatives to anti- by the air carrier even if all reasonable and, except as provided in subsection (b), the measures had been taken. trust immunity that could be conferred that air carrier fails to deliver the checked bag- would also produce public benefits; and SA 3745. Mr. INHOFE submitted an gage to the passenger within 24 hours of the (8) the level of competition between alli- time of arrival of the passenger at the pas- ances. amendment intended to be proposed to senger’s destination. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (c) RECOMMENDATIONS.—Not later than 180 (b) EXCEPTION.—An air carrier is not re- days after the date of the enactment of this MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself quired to provide a refund under subsection Act, the Comptroller General shall submit to and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (a) with respect to checked baggage if the air Congress the results of the study conducted to amend the Internal Revenue Code of carrier is prevented from delivering checked under subsection (a). 1986 to permanently extend increased baggage by the time specified in subsection At the end of title V, add the following: expensing limitations, and for other (a) by extraordinary circumstances that SEC. 5037. LIABILITY PROTECTION FOR VOLUN- purposes; which was ordered to lie on could not have been avoided by the air car- TEER PILOTS WHO FLY FOR THE the table; as follows: rier even if all reasonable measures had been PUBLIC BENEFIT. taken. (a) FINDINGS AND PURPOSES.— Strike section 5023 and insert the fol- (1) FINDINGS.—Congress finds the following: lowing: Strike section 3110 and insert the fol- lowing: (A) Many volunteer pilots fly for the public SEC. 5023. GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OF- benefit for nonprofit organizations and pro- FICE STUDY OF INTERNATIONAL AIR SEC. 3110. REFUNDS FOR OTHER FEES THAT ARE CARRIER ALLIANCES. NOT HONORED BY A COVERED AIR vide valuable services to communities and (a) IN GENERAL.—The Comptroller General CARRIER. individuals in need. of the United States shall conduct a study of (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year (B) In each calendar year volunteer pilots certain cooperative agreements between after the date of the enactment of this Act, and the nonprofit organizations those pilots United States air carriers and non-United the Secretary of Transportation shall pro- fly for provide long-distance, no-cost trans- States air carriers (referred to in this section mulgate regulations that require each cov- portation for tens of thousands of people dur- as ‘‘alliances’’) that— ered air carrier to promptly provide a refund ing times of special need. Flights provide pa- (1) have been created pursuant to section to a passenger, upon request, of any ancil- tient and medical transport, disaster relief, 41309 of title 49, United States Code; and lary fees paid by the passenger for a service, and humanitarian assistance, and conduct (2) have been exempted from antitrust laws as defined and disclosed by the air carrier, other charitable missions that benefit the (as defined in the first section of the Clayton that, except as provided in subsection (b), public. Act ( 15 U.S.C. 12)) pursuant to section 41308 the passenger does not receive, including on (C) Such nonprofit organizations have sup- of title 49, United States Code. the passenger’s scheduled flight or, if the ported the homeland security of the United (b) SCOPE.—In conducting the study under flight is rescheduled, a subsequent replace- States by providing volunteer pilot services subsection (a), the Comptroller General shall ment itinerary. during and following disasters and during assess— (b) EXCEPTIONS.— other times of national emergency.

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(A) part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Reg- purposes; which was ordered to lie on (2) PURPOSES.—The purposes of this section ulations; and are, by amending the Volunteer Protection (B) subpart K of part 91 of such title; and the table; as follows: Act of 1997— (3) aviation safety experts with specific At the end of subtitle C of title II, add the (A) to extend the protection of that Act to knowledge of flight crewmember education following: volunteer pilots; and training requirements relating to part SEC. 2320. INCREASED PENALTIES FOR UNFAIR (B) to promote the activities of volunteer 135 of such title. AND DECEPTIVE AIRFARE ADVER- pilots and the nonprofit organizations those (c) MATTERS TO BE ADDRESS.—In reviewing TISING PRACTICES. pilots fly for in providing flights for the pub- the pilot rest and duty regulations under Section 46301(a) is amended by adding at lic benefit; and part 135 of title 14, Code of Federal Regula- the end the following: (C) to sustain and enhance the availability tions, the aviation rulemaking committee ‘‘(7) PENALTY FOR VIOLATIONS OF UNFAIR of the services that such pilots and nonprofit shall consider the following: AND DECEPTIVE AIRFARE ADVERTISING PRAC- organizations provide, including— (1) Recommendations of aviation rule- TICES.—Notwithstanding paragraph (1), the (i) transportation at no cost to financially making committees convened before the maximum civil penalty assessed on a person needy medical patients for medical treat- date of the enactment of this Act. for an unfair or deceptive practice in viola- ment, evaluation, and diagnosis; (2) Accommodations necessary for small tion of section 41712 and described in section (ii) flights for humanitarian and charitable businesses. 399.84 of title 14, Code of Federal Regulations purposes; and (3) Scientific data derived from aviation- (or any corresponding similar regulation or (iii) other flights of compassion. related fatigue and sleep research. ruling), shall be— (b) LIABILITY PROTECTION FOR PILOTS THAT (4) Data gathered from aviation safety re- ‘‘(A) $55,000; or FLY FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.—Section 4 of the porting programs. ‘‘(B) if the person is an individual or small Volunteer Protection Act of 1997 (42 U.S.C. (5) The need to accommodate diversity of business concern, $2,500.’’. 14503) is amended— operations conducted under part 135 of such (1) by redesignating subsections (b) title. SA 3750. Mrs. MCCASKILL submitted through (f) as subsections (c) through (g), re- (6) Such other matters as the Adminis- an amendment intended to be proposed spectively; and trator considers appropriate. to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (d) REPORT AND NOTICE OF PROPOSED RULE- (2) in subsection (a), by striking ‘‘sub- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself sections (b) and (d)’’ and inserting ‘‘sub- MAKING.—The Administrator shall— and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, sections (b), (c), and (e)’’; and (1) not later than 24 months after the date (3) by inserting after subsection (a) the fol- of the enactment of this Act, submit to the to amend the Internal Revenue Code of lowing: appropriate committees of Congress a report 1986 to permanently extend increased ‘‘(b) LIABILITY PROTECTION FOR PILOTS based on the findings of the aviation rule- expensing limitations, and for other THAT FLY FOR PUBLIC BENEFIT.—Except as making committee convened under sub- purposes; which was ordered to lie on provided in subsections (c) and (e), no volun- section (a); and the table; as follows: (2) not later than 12 months after submit- teer of a volunteer pilot nonprofit organiza- At the end of section 2502, add the fol- ting the report required under paragraph (1), tion that arranges flights for public benefit lowing: issue a notice of proposed rulemaking con- shall be liable for harm caused by an act or (d) PROHIBITION ON CERTIFICATION OF A FOR- sistent with any consensus recommendations omission of the volunteer on behalf of the or- EIGN REPAIR STATION IN A COUNTRY THAT HAS reached by the aviation rulemaking com- ganization if, at the time of the act or omis- REPEATEDLY PROVIDED SUPPORT FOR ACTS OF mittee. sion, the volunteer— INTERNATIONAL TERRORISM.—The Adminis- ‘‘(1) was operating an aircraft in further- trator of the Federal Aviation Administra- ance of the purpose of, and acting within the SA 3748. Mr. INHOFE submitted an amendment intended to be proposed to tion may not certify any foreign repair sta- scope of the volunteer’s responsibilities on tion under part 145 of title 14, Code of Fed- behalf of, the nonprofit organization; amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. eral Regulations, in any country designated ‘‘(2) was properly licensed and insured for MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself as a country that has repeatedly provided the operation of the aircraft; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, support for acts of international terrorism ‘‘(3) was in compliance with all require- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of under section 6(j) of the Export Administra- ments of the Federal Aviation Administra- 1986 to permanently extend increased tion Act of 1979 (50 U.S.C. 4605(j)), section 40 tion for recent flight experience; and of the Arms Export Control Act (22 U.S.C. ‘‘(4) did not cause the harm through willful expensing limitations, and for other purposes; which was ordered to lie on 2780), or section 620A of the Foreign Assist- or criminal misconduct, gross negligence, ance Act of 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2371). reckless misconduct, or a conscious, flagrant the table; as follows: indifference to the rights or safety of the in- Strike section 3109 and insert the fol- SA 3751. Mrs. MCCASKILL submitted dividual harmed by the volunteer.’’. lowing: an amendment intended to be proposed SEC. 3109. REFUNDS FOR DELAYED BAGGAGE. to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. SA 3747. Mr. INHOFE (for himself (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year and Mr. BROWN) submitted an amend- after the date of the enactment of this Act, MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ment intended to be proposed to the Secretary of Transportation shall issue and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. final regulations to require a covered air car- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of rier to promptly provide a refund to a pas- MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself 1986 to permanently extend increased senger, upon request, in the amount of any expensing limitations, and for other and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, applicable ancillary fees paid by the pas- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of purposes; which was ordered to lie on senger if the air carrier has charged the pas- the table; as follows: 1986 to permanently extend increased senger an ancillary fee for checked baggage expensing limitations, and for other and, except as provided in subsection (b), the At the end of section 2502, add the fol- purposes; which was ordered to lie on air carrier fails to deliver the checked bag- lowing: the table; as follows: gage to the passenger within 24 hours of the (d) CERTIFICATION OF FOREIGN REPAIR STA- time of arrival of the passenger at the pas- TIONS SUSPENSION.—The Administrator of At the end of subtitle C of title II, add the the Federal Aviation Administration may following: senger’s destination. (b) EXCEPTION.—An air carrier is not re- not certify any foreign repair station under SEC. 2321. AVIATION RULEMAKING COMMITTEE quired to provide a refund under subsection part 145 of title 14, Code of Federal Regula- FOR PILOT REST AND DUTY REGU- tions, beginning on the date that is— LATIONS. (a) with respect to checked baggage if the air carrier is prevented from delivering checked (1) 1 year after the date of the enactment (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days of this Act, if the final rule required by sub- after the date of the enactment of this Act, baggage by the time specified in subsection (a) by extraordinary circumstances that section (b)(2) has not been issued; or the Administrator of the Federal Aviation (2) 180 days after such date of enactment, if Administration shall convene an aviation could not have been avoided by the air car- rier even if all reasonable measures had been the requirements of subsection (c) have not rulemaking committee to review pilot rest been fully carried out. and duty regulations under part 135 of title taken. 14, Code of Federal Regulations. SA 3749. Mr. MENENDEZ submitted SA 3752. Ms. AYOTTE (for herself and (b) COMPOSITION.—The aviation rulemaking committee convened under subsection (a) an amendment intended to be proposed Ms. HEITKAMP) submitted an amend- shall consist of members appointed by the to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ment intended to be proposed to Administrator, including— MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (1) applicable representatives of industry; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself

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SEC. lll. NORTHERN BORDER SECURITY RE- Security shall submit the threat analysis re- (c) AIRPORTS DESCRIBED.—An airport de- VIEW. quired under paragraph (1) in unclassified scribed in this subsection is a large hub air- (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be form. The Secretary may submit a portion of port that is between 1840 and 1855 great circle cited as the ‘‘Northern Border Security Re- the threat analysis in classified form if the miles from Ronald Reagan Washington Na- view Act’’. Secretary determines that such form is ap- tional Airport. propriate for that portion. (d) LIMITATION ON AIRCRAFT SIZE.—An air (b) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: carrier may not operate a flight using an ex- (1) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- SA 3753. Mr. HOEVEN (for himself emption granted under subsection (a) using a TEES.—The term ‘‘appropriate congressional and Mr. TESTER) submitted an amend- multi-aisle or widebody aircraft. committees’’ means— (e) EXEMPTIONS NOT TRANSFERRABLE.—In (A) the Committee on Homeland Security ment intended to be proposed to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. accordance with section 41714(j) of title 49, and Governmental Affairs of the Senate; United States Code, an exemption granted (B) the Committee on Appropriations of MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself under subsection (a) to an air carrier may the Senate; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, not be bought, sold, leased, or otherwise (C) the Committee on the Judiciary of the to amend the Internal Revenue Code of transferred by the air carrier. Senate; 1986 to permanently extend increased (f) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: (D) the Committee on Commerce, Science, expensing limitations, and for other (1) AIR TRANSPORTATION; LARGE HUB AIR- and Transportation of the Senate; purposes; which was ordered to lie on PORT.—The terms ‘‘air transportation’’ and (E) the Committee on Homeland Security the table; as follows: ‘‘large hub airport’’ have the meanings given of the House of Representatives; those terms in section 40102 of title 49, At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (F) the Committee on Appropriations of United States Code. lowing: the House of Representatives; (2) LIMITED INCUMBENT AIR CARRIER.—The (G) the Committee on the Judiciary of the SEC. ll. STATE PRIORITIZATION OF DISPATCH term ‘‘limited incumbent air carrier’’ has House of Representatives; and OF AIR AMBULANCE SERVICE PRO- VIDERS. the meaning given that term in section 41714 (H) the Committee on Energy and Com- (a) AUTHORITY.—Notwithstanding any of title 49, United States Code. merce of the House of Representatives. other provision of law or regulation, includ- (2) NORTHERN BORDER.—The term ‘‘North- ing section 41713 of title 49, United States SA 3755. Ms. WARREN submitted an ern Border’’ means the land and maritime Code, a State may enact or enforce a law, amendment intended to be proposed to borders between the United States and Can- regulation, or other provision having the amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ada. force and effect of law that creates a primary MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself (c) NORTHERN BORDER THREAT ANALYSIS.— and secondary call list of air ambulance and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days service providers in the State for distribu- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of after the date of enactment of this Act, the tion to emergency response entities and per- 1986 to permanently extend increased Secretary of Homeland Security shall sub- sonnel to prioritize the dispatch of air ambu- mit to the appropriate congressional com- lance serve providers. Prioritization may be expensing limitations, and for other mittees a Northern Border threat analysis based on— purposes; which was ordered to lie on that includes— (1) participation in health insurance pro- the table; as follows: (A) current and potential terrorism and vider networks in the State; or At the appropriate place, insert the fol- criminal threats posed by individuals and or- (2) participation in mediation for reim- lowing: ganized groups seeking— bursement of out-of-network emergency SEC. ll. FLIGHT NOISE IMPACT AND POTENTIAL (i) to enter the United States through the services. REMEDIATION STUDY. Northern Border; or (b) CONSTRUCTION.—Except as specifically (a) STUDY.— (ii) to exploit border vulnerabilities on the provided in subsection (a), nothing in this (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than one year Northern Border; section may be construed as limiting the ap- after the date of enactment of this Act, the (B) improvements needed at and between plicability or otherwise modifying any avia- Comptroller General of the United States, in ports of entry along the Northern Border— tion safety, aviation operations, or other re- consultation with State and local govern- (i) to prevent terrorists and instruments of quirement of title 49, United States Code. ments, air carriers, general aviation, air- terrorism from entering the United States; ports and air traffic controllers, and where and SA 3754. Mr. HATCH submitted an applicable local resident advisory commit- (ii) to reduce criminal activity, as meas- amendment intended to be proposed to tees, shall initiate a study of the Federal ured by the total flow of illegal goods, illicit amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. Aviation Administration (FAA) Next Gen- drugs, and smuggled and trafficked persons MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself eration Air Transportation System’s impact moved in either direction across to the and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, on the human environment in the vicinity of Northern Border; to amend the Internal Revenue Code of large-hub airports and selected medium-hub (C) gaps in law, policy, cooperation be- 1986 to permanently extend increased airports located in densely populated areas. tween State, tribal, and local law enforce- expensing limitations, and for other (2) CONTENTS.—The study under subsection ment, international agreements, or tribal purposes; which was ordered to lie on (a) shall include— agreements that hinder effective and effi- (A) an analysis regarding the statistical re- cient border security, counter-terrorism, the table; as follows: lationship of discrete noise-related com- anti-human smuggling and trafficking ef- At the end of title V, add the following: plaints in communities located near large- forts, and the flow of legitimate trade along SEC. 5032. ADDITIONAL BEYOND-PERIMETER hub airports and selected medium-hub air- the Northern Border; and SLOT EXEMPTIONS AT RONALD ports located in densely populated areas to (D) whether additional U.S. Customs and REAGAN WASHINGTON NATIONAL changes in noise exposure since the imple- AIRPORT. Border Protection preclearance and mentation of the Next Generation Air Trans- (a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding sections preinspection operations at ports of entry 49104(a)(5), 49109, and 41714 of title 49, United portation System and to absolute levels of along the Northern Border could help pre- States Code, not later than 90 days after the noise exposure experienced by those reg- vent terrorists and instruments of terror date of the enactment of this Act, the Sec- istering noise complaints; from entering the United States. retary of Transportation shall, by order, (B) an analysis of the decrease in noise ex- (2) ANALYSIS REQUIREMENTS.—For the grant to an air carrier described in sub- perienced by communities through the devel- threat analysis required under paragraph (1), section (b) 2 exemptions from the require- opment of Performance Based Navigation the Secretary of Homeland Security shall ments of subparts K, S, and T of part 93 of Procedures; consider and examine— title 14, Code of Federal Regulations, to en- (C) recommendations for processes to (A) technology needs and challenges; able that air carrier to provide air transpor- track and measure those impacts or benefits, (B) personnel needs and challenges; tation on routes between Ronald Reagan if appropriate; (C) the role of State, tribal, and local law Washington National Airport and an airport (D) a review and evaluation of the FAA’s enforcement in general border security ac- described in subsection (c). current policies and abilities to respond and tivities; (b) AIR CARRIER DESCRIBED.—An air carrier address noise concerns; (D) the need for cooperation among Fed- described in this subsection is an air carrier (E) an evaluation of the human environ- eral, State, tribal, local, and Canadian law that, as of January 1, 2016— ment and health impacts of changes in flight

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Mr. TESTER (for himself related to aircraft noise and pollution, in- sions that— and Mr. DAINES) submitted an amend- cluding potential trade-offs between noise (A) climate change poses a challenge to the ment intended to be proposed to and carbon dioxide or emissions associated growing national aviation industry of the with air quality; United States; and amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (F) an analysis of the processes used to de- (B) aviation activities have a measurable MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself termine how Next Generation Air Transpor- effect on climate. and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, tation System flight paths could be altered (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of to amend the Internal Revenue Code of to mitigate the noise caused by these flights Congress that— 1986 to permanently extend increased and for assessing any carbon dioxide or air (1) climate change is real and human activ- expensing limitations, and for other quality emissions trade-offs attendant to ity is significantly contributing to climate purposes; which was ordered to lie on change; such altered flight paths; the table; as follows: (G) recommendations on the best and most (2) the scientific consensus on climate cost-effective approaches to address in- change and the findings of the national avia- On page 43, line 9, strike ‘‘Section creased noise complaints associated with the tion community that climate change poses 47109(a)(5)’’ and insert the following: Next Generation Air Transportation System; real challenges to the growing aviation in- (a) GRANDFATHER RULE.—Section and dustry of the United States are not products 47109(c)(2) is amended by inserting ‘‘or non- (H) such other issues as the Comptroller of a hoax or deception perpetrated on the primary commercial service airport that is’’ considers appropriate. people of the United States; and after ‘‘primary non-hub airport’’. (b) REPORT.—Upon completion of the study (3) reducing greenhouse gas emissions and (b) MULTI-PHASED CONSTRUCTION under subsection (a), the Comptroller Gen- adapting to the effects of climate change is PROJECT.—Section 47109(a)(5) eral shall submit to Congress a report on the in the national interest of the United States. results of the study conducted under sub- SA 3759. Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for section (a), including the Comptroller Gen- SA 3757. Mr. BROWN submitted an himself, Mr. LEAHY, Mr. MARKEY, and eral’s findings, conclusions, and rec- amendment intended to be proposed to Ms. BALDWIN) submitted an amendment ommendations. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. intended to be proposed to amendment MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself SA 3756. Mr. WHITEHOUSE sub- SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, mitted an amendment intended to be (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. to amend the Internal Revenue Code of proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend 1986 to permanently extend increased posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to expensing limitations, and for other THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to permanently extend increased expens- purposes; which was ordered to lie on the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal ing limitations, and for other purposes; the table; as follows: Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently which was ordered to lie on the table; extend increased expensing limita- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- as follows: lowing: tions, and for other purposes; which At the end of subtitle A of title III, add the SEC. lll. AMOUNTS PAID FOR AIRCRAFT MAN- following: was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- AGEMENT SERVICES. lows: (a) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (e) of section SEC. 3124. PRIVATE RIGHT OF ACTION FOR DIS- At the appropriate place, insert the fol- 4261 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is CRIMINATION CLAIMS AGAINST AIR CARRIERS. lowing: amended by adding at the end the following Section 41705 is amended— SEC. lll. SENSE OF CONGRESS THAT CLIMATE new paragraph: ‘‘(d) CIVIL ACTION.— CHANGE IS REAL. ‘‘(5) AMOUNTS PAID FOR AIRCRAFT MANAGE- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Any person aggrieved by (a) FINDINGS.—Congress finds the fol- MENT SERVICES.— a violation by an air carrier of this section lowing: ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—No tax shall be imposed (1) There is scientific consensus based on by this section or section 4271 on any or a regulation prescribed under this section sound scientific evidence that climate amounts paid by an aircraft owner for air- may, not later than 2 years after the date of change is occurring due to increases in car- craft management services related to— the violation, bring a civil action in the dis- bon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in ‘‘(i) maintenance and support of the air- trict court of the United States in the dis- the atmosphere and that human activity has craft owner’s aircraft; or trict in which the person resides, in the dis- caused a significant increase in the amount ‘‘(ii) flights on the aircraft owner’s air- trict in which the principal place of business of these greenhouse gases. craft. of the air carrier is located, or in the district in which the violation occurred. (2) Scientific measurement shows that the ‘‘(B) AIRCRAFT MANAGEMENT SERVICES.—For concentration of carbon dioxide in the at- purposes of subparagraph (A), the term ‘air- ‘‘(2) RELIEF.—In a civil action brought mosphere ranged from 170 to 300 parts per craft management services’ includes assist- under paragraph (1) in which the plaintiff 1,000,000 for at least 800,000 years, which is 4 ing an aircraft owner with administrative prevails— times as long as the species Homo sapiens and support services, such as scheduling, ‘‘(A) the plaintiff may obtain equitable and has existed, but, in measurements taken at flight planning, and weather forecasting; ob- legal relief, including compensatory and pu- the Mauna Loa Observatory in each of the 2 taining insurance; maintenance, storage and nitive damages; and years preceding the date of enactment of this fueling of aircraft; hiring, training, and pro- ‘‘(B) the court shall award reasonable at- Act, exceeded 400 parts per 1,000,000. vision of pilots and crew; establishing and torney’s fees, reasonable expert fees, and the (3) Transportation emissions accounted for complying with safety standards; or such costs of the action to the plaintiff. approximately 28 percent of total carbon di- other services necessary to support flights ‘‘(3) NO REQUIREMENT FOR EXHAUSTION OF oxide emissions in the United States in 2012, operated by an aircraft owner. REMEDIES.—Any person aggrieved by a viola- tion by an air carrier of this section or a reg- with emissions from the aviation sector rep- ‘‘(C) LESSEE TREATED AS AIRCRAFT OWNER.— ulation prescribed under this section is not resenting about 12 percent of transportation ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—For purposes of this emissions in the United States. paragraph, the term ‘aircraft owner’ includes required to exhaust administrative com- (4) Commercial-only aviation emissions in a person who leases the aircraft other than plaint procedures before filing a civil action the United States are projected to grow by under a disqualified lease. under paragraph (1). ‘‘(4) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in almost 25 percent by 2030. ‘‘(ii) DISQUALIFIED LEASE.—For purposes of (5) Climate change diminishes the effi- clause (i), the term ‘disqualified lease’ means this subsection shall be construed to invali- ciency of fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft a lease from a person providing aircraft man- date or limit other Federal or State laws af- by increasing the likelihood of takeoff agement services with respect to such air- fording to people with disabilities greater weight restrictions due to warmer ground craft (or a related person (within the mean- legal rights or protections than those grant- level air reducing the lift force on the wings. ing of section 465(b)(3)(C)) to the person pro- ed in this section.’’. (6) Climate change increases the likelihood viding such services), if such lease is for a of clear-air turbulence, which already in- term of 31 days or less. SA 3760. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- jures hundreds of passengers and causes ‘‘(D) PRO RATA ALLOCATION.—If any amount mitted an amendment intended to be structural damage to aircraft. paid to a person represents in part an proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- (7) The 2015 primer of the Federal Aviation amount paid for services not described in posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. Administration entitled ‘‘Aviation Emis- subparagraph (A), the tax imposed by sub- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to sions, Impacts & Mitigation’’ acknowledges section (a), if applicable to such amount, the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal that ‘‘emissions associated with commercial shall be applied to such payment on a pro Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently aviation . . . degrade not only air quality rata basis.’’. extend increased expensing limita- but also the broader climate,’’ and will hurt (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment the health and welfare of society. made by this section shall apply to amounts tions, and for other purposes; which (8) The scientific consensus about climate paid beginning after the date of the enact- was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- change and the findings from the Federal ment of this Act. lows:

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MODIFICATION OF DEFINITION OF DIS- (C) shippers; (E) the tactics used by incumbent air car- ABILITY FOR DISCRIMINATION (D) State and local governments and port riers to compete against smaller, regional CLAIMS AGAINST AIR CARRIERS. authorities; carriers, or inhibit new or potential new en- Section 41705(a) is amended to read as fol- (E) aircraft manufacturers; and trant air carriers into a particular market; lows: (F) domestic and foreign air carriers. and ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—In providing air trans- (5) As a result of the consolidation of (F) the ability of new entrant air carriers portation, an air carrier, including (subject United States air carriers, there has been a to provide new service to underserved mar- to section 40105(b)) any foreign air carrier, precipitous decline in the number of major kets; may not discriminate against an individual passenger air carriers in the United States. (2) the legislative and administrative ac- on the basis of disability, as defined in sec- (6) In the past few years, the air transpor- tions that the Federal Government should tion 3 of the Americans with Disabilities Act tation industry has become increasingly con- take to enhance air carrier competition, in- of 1990 (42 U.S.C. 12102).’’. centrated. In 2015, the top 4 major air car- cluding changes that are needed in the legal Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- riers accounted for 80 percent of passenger and administrative policies that govern— SA 3761. air traffic in the United States. (A) the initial award and the transfer of mitted an amendment intended to be (7) The continued success of a deregulated international routes; proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- air carrier system requires actual competi- (B) the allocation of gates and landing posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. tion to encourage all participants in the in- rights, particularly at airports dominated by THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to dustry to provide high quality service at 1 air carrier or a limited number of air car- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal competitive fares. riers; Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently (8) Further consolidation among air car- (C) frequent flier programs; extend increased expensing limita- riers threatens to leave the industry without (D) the rights of foreign investors to invest tions, and for other purposes; which sufficient competition to ensure that the in the domestic air transportation market- place; was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- people of the United States share in the ben- efits of a well-functioning air transportation (E) the access of foreign air carriers to the lows: industry. domestic air transportation marketplace; At the end of title V, add the following: (b) ESTABLISHMENT OF NATIONAL COMMIS- (F) the taxes and user fees imposed on air SEC. 5037. REGULATIONS RELATING TO E-CIGA- SION TO ENSURE ALL AMERICANS HAVE ACCESS carriers; RETTES. TO AND BENEFIT FROM A STRONG AND COM- (G) the responsibilities imposed on air car- (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days PETITIVE AIR TRANSPORTATION INDUSTRY.— riers; after the date of the enactment of this Act, There is established a Commission, which (H) the bankruptcy laws of the United the Administrator of the Pipeline and Haz- shall be known as the ‘‘National Commission States and related rules administered by the ardous Materials Safety Administration to Ensure All Americans Have Access to and Department of Transportation as such laws shall, in coordination and consultation with Benefit from a Strong and Competitive Air and rules apply to air carriers; the Administrator of the Federal Aviation Transportation Industry’’ (referred to in this (I) the obligations of failing air carriers to Administration— section as the ‘‘Commission’’). meet pension obligations; (1) finalize the interim final rule of the (c) FUNCTIONS.— (J) antitrust immunity for international Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Ad- (1) STUDY.—The Commission shall conduct air carrier alliances and the process for ap- ministration issued October 30, 2015, per- a study of the passenger air transportation proving such alliances and awarding that im- taining to e-cigarettes; and industry, with priority given to issues speci- munity; (2) expand that rule to prohibit the car- fied in subsection (d). (K) competition of air carrier codeshare rying of battery-powered portable electronic (2) POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS.—Based on partnerships and joint ventures; and smoking devices in checked baggage and in the results of the study conducted under (L) constraints on new entry into the do- carry-on baggage. paragraph (1), the Commission shall rec- mestic air transportation marketplace; (b) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term ommend to the President and to Congress (3) whether the policies and strategies of ‘‘battery-powered portable electronic smok- the adoption of policies that will— the United States in international air trans- ing devices’’ means e-cigarettes, e-cigs, e-ci- (A) achieve the national goal of a strong portation are promoting the ability of gars, e-pipes, e-hookahs, personal vaporizers, and competitive air carrier system and fa- United States air carriers to achieve long- and electronic nicotine delivery systems. cilitate the ability of the United States to term competitive success in international compete in the global economy; air transportation markets, and to secure SA 3762. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- (B) provide robust levels of competition the benefits of robust competition, includ- mitted an amendment intended to be and air transportation at reasonable fares in ing— proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- cities of all sizes; (A) the general negotiating policy of the posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. (C) provide a stable work environment for United States with respect to international THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to employees of air carriers; air transportation; the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal (D) account for the interests of different (B) the desirability of multilateral rather Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently stakeholders that contribute to, and are de- than bilateral negotiations with respect to extend increased expensing limita- pendent on, the air transportation industry; international air transportation; and (C) whether foreign countries have devel- tions, and for other purposes; which (E) provide appropriate levels of protection oped the necessary infrastructure of airports was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- for consumers, including access to informa- and airways to enable United States air car- lows: tion to enable consumer choice. riers to provide the service needed to meet At the end of subtitle A of title III, add the (d) SPECIFIC ISSUES TO BE ADDRESSED.—In the demand for air transportation between following: conducting the study under subsection (c)(1), the United States and those countries; SEC. 3124. IMPROVING AIRLINE COMPETITIVE- the Commission shall investigate— (D) the desirability of liberalization of NESS. (1) the current state of competition in the United States domestic air transportation (a) FINDINGS.—Congress makes the fol- air transportation industry, how the struc- markets; and lowing findings: ture of that competition is likely to change (E) the impediments to access by foreign (1) The people of the United States and the during the 5-year period beginning on the air carriers to routes to and from the United United States economy depend on a strong date of the enactment of this Act, whether States; and competitive passenger air transportation that expected level of competition will be (4) the effect that air carrier consolidation industry to move people and goods in the sufficient to secure the consumer benefits of has had on business and leisure travelers, fastest, most efficient manner. air carrier deregulation, and the effects of— and travel and tourism more broadly; and (2) In a global economy, air carriers con- (A) air carrier consolidation and practices (5) the effect that air carrier consolidation nect the people of the United States with the on consumers, including the competitiveness has had on— rest of the world. A strong air transportation of fares and services and the ability of con- (A) employment and economic develop- industry is essential to the ability of the sumers to engage in comparison shopping for ment opportunities of localities, particularly United States to compete in the inter- air carrier fees; small and mid-size localities; and national marketplace. (B) airfare pricing policies, including (B) former hub airports, including the posi- (3) A strong air transportation industry de- whether reduced competition artificially in- tive and negative consequences of routing air pends on competition between a number of flates ticket prices; traffic through hub airports. air carriers servicing a variety of routes for (C) the level of competition as of the date (e) MEMBERSHIP.— domestic and international travelers, at both of the enactment of this Act on the travel (1) APPOINTMENT.—The Commission shall the national and local levels. distribution sector, including online and tra- be composed of 21 members, of whom— (4) Important stakeholders contribute to, ditional travel agencies and intermediaries; (A) 7 shall be appointed by the President; and are dependent on, a robust air transpor- (D) economic and other effects on domestic (B) 4 shall be appointed by the Speaker of tation industry, including— air transportation markets in which 1 or 2 the House of Representatives;

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Upon the submission of mitted an amendment intended to be (2) QUALIFICATIONS.— such report, the Commission shall deliver all proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- (A) IN GENERAL.—Members appointed pur- records and papers of the Commission to the posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. suant to paragraph (1) shall be appointed Administrator of General Services for de- from among United States citizens who bring posit in the National Archives. THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to knowledge of, and informed insights into, the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal aviation, transportation, travel, and tourism SA 3763. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently policy. mitted an amendment intended to be extend increased expensing limita- (B) REPRESENTATION.—Members appointed proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- tions, and for other purposes; which pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be appointed posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- in a manner so that at least 1 member of the THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to lows: Commission represents the interests of each the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal of the following: Strike subtitle F of title II and insert the Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently following: (i) The Department of Transportation. extend increased expensing limita- (ii) The Department of Justice. tions, and for other purposes; which Subtitle F—Exemption From Medical (iii) Legacy, networked air carriers. Certification Requirements was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- (iv) Non-legacy air carriers. SEC. 2601. REPORTING BY PILOTS EXEMPT FROM (v) Air carrier employees. lows: MEDICAL CERTIFICATION REQUIRE- (vi) Large aircraft manufacturers. On page 206, between lines 8 and 9, insert MENTS. (vii) Ticket agents not part of an Internet- the following: Not later than 180 days after the date of based travel company. (c) JOINT TASK FORCE.— the enactment of this Act, the Secretary of (viii) Large airports. (1) ESTABLISHMENT.—Not later than 30 days Transportation shall require any pilot who is (ix) Small or mid-size airports with com- after the date of the enactment of this Act, exempt from medical certification require- mercial service. the Administrator, in coordination with the ments to submit, not less frequently than (x) Shippers. Attorney General, the Secretary of Home- once every 180 days, a report to the Depart- (xi) Consumers. land Security, the head of the Federal agen- ment of Transportation that— (xii) General aviation. cy authorized to regulate the use of laser (1) identifies the pilot’s status as an active (xiii) Local governments or port authori- pointers, and any other appropriate Federal pilot; and ties that operate commercial airports. stakeholders, shall establish a joint task (2) includes a summary of the pilot’s recent (xiv) Internet-based travel companies. force (referred to in this section as the flight hours. (xv) The travel and tourism industry. ‘‘Laser Pointer Safety Task Force’’) to ad- dress dangers from laser pointers by estab- SEC. 2602. GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OF- (xvi) Global distribution systems. FICE REPORT ASSESSING EFFECT (xvii) Corporate business travelers. lishing a coordinated response to mitigate ON PUBLIC SAFETY OF EXEMPTION (3) TERMS.—Members shall be appointed for the threat of laser pointers aimed at air- FOR SPORT PILOTS FROM REQUIRE- the life of the Commission. craft. MENT FOR A MEDICAL CERTIFICATE. (4) CHAIRMAN.—The Chairman of the Com- (2) REPRESENTATION.—The Administrator Not later than 2 years after the date of the mission shall be elected by the members of shall appoint a representative of the Federal enactment of this Act, the Comptroller Gen- the Commission. Aviation Administration to lead the Laser eral of the United States shall submit a re- (5) VACANCIES.—A vacancy in the Commis- Pointer Safety Task Force, which shall also port to the Committee on Commerce, sion shall be filled in the manner in which includes representatives of the Department Science, and Transportation of the Senate the original appointment was made. of Justice, the Department of Homeland Se- and the Committee on Transportation and (6) TRAVEL EXPENSES.—Members shall curity, the Federal agency authorized to reg- Infrastructure of the House of Representa- serve without pay, but shall receive travel ulate the use of laser pointers, and any other tives that assesses the effect of section expenses, including per diem in lieu of sub- appropriate Federal stakeholder. 61.23(c)(ii) of title 14, Code of Federal Regula- sistence, in accordance with sections 5702 (3) PUBLIC EDUCATION CAMPAIGN.—The tions (permitting a person to exercise the and 5703 of title 5, United States Code. Laser Pointer Safety Task Force shall de- privileges of a sport pilot certificate without (f) STAFF.—The Commission may appoint velop a public education campaign to inform holding a medical certificate), on public safe- and fix the pay of such personnel as the Com- the public of the dangers of pointing a laser ty since 2004. mission considers appropriate. at aircraft. (g) STAFF OF FEDERAL AGENCIES.—Upon the (4) INCIDENT DETECTION AND REPORTING.— Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- request of the Commission, the head of any SA 3766. The Laser Pointer Safety Task Force shall mitted an amendment intended to be Federal agency may detail, on a reimburs- develop methods for— able basis, any of the personnel of that agen- (A) encouraging the reporting of incidents proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- cy to the Commission to assist the Commis- of laser pointers aimed at an aircraft; and posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. sion in carrying out its duties under this sec- (B) assess what technology could be used THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to tion. to enhance the detection of such incidents the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal (h) ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT SERVICES.— and to protect pilots from such incidents. Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently Upon the request of the Commission, the Ad- (5) REPORT.—Not later than 120 days after ministrator of General Services shall provide extend increased expensing limita- the date of the enactment of this Act, the to the Commission, on a reimbursable basis, tions, and for other purposes; which Laser Pointer Safety Task Force shall sub- the administrative support services nec- was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- mit a report to Congress that describes its essary for the Commission to carry out its efforts under this subsection and includes lows: responsibilities under this section. On page 258, after line 25, add the fol- (i) OBTAINING OFFICIAL DATA.—The Com- recommendations for further measures need- lowing: mission may secure directly from any Fed- ed to prevent or respond to the use of laser (m) RULEMAKING ESTABLISHING MINIMUM eral agency information (other than infor- pointers against aircraft. LIABILITY INSURANCE LEVELS FOR PILOTS.— mation required by any provision of law to (6) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— be kept confidential by that agency) that is There are authorized to be appropriated such Not later than 180 days after the date of the necessary for the Commission to carry out sums as may be necessary for the Laser enactment of this Act, the Administrator of its duties under this section. Upon the re- Pointer Safety Task Force to carry out the the Federal Aviation Administration shall quest of the Commission, the head of such objectives set forth in this subsection. initiate a rulemaking to establish minimum agency shall furnish such nonconfidential in- levels of liability insurance for any pilot formation to the Commission. SA 3764. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- covered under this section. (j) REPORT.—Not later than 180 days after mitted an amendment intended to be the date on which initial appointments of proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- SA 3767. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- members to the Commission are made under posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. mitted an amendment intended to be subsection (e)(1), and after a public comment THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- period of not less than 30 days, the Commis- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. sion shall submit a report to the President THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to and Congress that— Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently (1) describes the activities of the Commis- extend increased expensing limita- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal sion; tions, and for other purposes; which Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently (2) includes recommendations made by the was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- extend increased expensing limita- Commission under subsection (c)(2); and lows: tions, and for other purposes; which

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Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- Act of 2016, the Administrator of the Federal may bring a civil action to enforce the provi- mitted an amendment intended to be Aviation Administration shall issue guid- sions of this section in— proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- ance for implementing this section. ‘‘(A) any district court of the United posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. States in that State; or THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to SA 3773. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- ‘‘(B) any State court that is located in that the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal mitted an amendment intended to be State and has jurisdiction over the defend- Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- ant.’’. posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. (b) VIOLATION OF A PRIVACY POLICY.—A vio- extend increased expensing limita- lation tions, and for other purposes; which THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal SA 3768. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- lows: Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently mitted an amendment intended to be extend increased expensing limita- At the end of title V, add the following: proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- tions, and for other purposes; which SEC. 5032. DIVERSIONS TO BRADLEY INTER- posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. NATIONAL AIRPORT. was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to The Administrator of the Federal Aviation lows: the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal Administration shall coordinate with the op- At the end of subsection (a) of section 3114 Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently erator of Bradley International Airport, add the following: extend increased expensing limita- Windsor Locks, Connecticut, to develop and (5) by adding after subsection (d), as redes- tions, and for other purposes; which implement a plan for irregular operations ignated, the following: was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- that result in aircraft being diverted to the ‘‘(e) REPORTING REQUIREMENT.—Upon re- ceipt of any complaint, an air carrier shall lows: airport to ensure that the airport is not ad- versely affected. send the content of the complaint to the On page 279, line 7, strike ‘‘Not later than’’ Aviation Consumer Protection Division of and insert the following: SA 3771. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- the Department of Transportation.’’. (a) NO PREEMPTION OF CONSUMER PROTEC- mitted an amendment intended to be TION CLAIMS.—Section 41713(b)(4) is amended proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- SA 3774. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- by adding at the end the following: mitted an amendment intended to be posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. ‘‘(D) NO PREEMPTION OF CONSUMER PROTEC- proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- TION CLAIMS.—Nothing in subparagraphs (A) THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to through (C) may be construed— the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. ‘‘(i) to preempt, displace, or supplant any Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to action for civil damages or injunctive relief extend increased expensing limita- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal based on a State consumer protection stat- tions, and for other purposes; which Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently ute; or extend increased expensing limita- ‘‘(ii) to restrict the authority of any gov- was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- lows: tions, and for other purposes; which ernment entity, including a State attorney was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- general, from bringing a legal claim on be- At the end of subtitle A of title III, add the lows: half of the citizens of such State.’’. following: On page 286, strike lines 5 through 19, and (b) SUPPLEMENTAL NOTICE OF PROPOSED SEC. 3124. GOVERNMENT ACCOUNTABILITY OF- RULEMAKING.—Not later than FICE REPORT ON BAGGAGE FEES. insert the following: Not later than 180 days after the date of (1) each covered air carrier to disclose to a SA 3769. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- the enactment of this Act, the Comptroller consumer any ancillary fees, including the mitted an amendment intended to be General of the United States shall submit to baggage fee, cancellation fee, change fee, proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- Congress a report assessing— ticketing fee, and seat selection fee of that covered air carrier in a standardized format; posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. (1) the extent to which baggage fees im- and THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to posed by air carriers have led to— (A) increased security costs at airports, as (2) notwithstanding the manner in which the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal information regarding the fees described in Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently reflected by the need for more security screening officials and security screening paragraph (1) is collected, each ticket agent extend increased expensing limita- equipment; and to disclose to a consumer such fees of a cov- tions, and for other purposes; which (B) economic disruption, such as requiring ered air carrier in the standardized format was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- passengers to spend increased time waiting described in paragraph (1). (b) REQUIREMENTS.—The regulations under lows: in line instead of pursuing more worthwhile, subsection (a) shall require that each disclo- productive pursuits; and On page 222, between lines 2 and 3, insert sure— (2) whether any increased costs have been the following: (1) if ticketing is done on an Internet Web borne disproportionately by taxpayers in- SEC. 2321. CABIN AIR QUALITY TECHNOLOGY. site or other online service— stead of air carriers. (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 60 days (A) be prominently displayed to the con- after the date of the enactment of this Act, Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- sumer through a link on the homepage of the the Administrator of the Federal Aviation SA 3772. covered air carrier or ticket agent and prior Administration shall initiate research and mitted an amendment intended to be to the point of purchase; and development work on effective air cleaning proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- and sensor technology for the engine and posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. SA 3775. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- auxiliary power unit for bleed air supplied to THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to mitted an amendment intended to be the passenger cabin and flight deck of a pres- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- surized aircraft. (b) TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS.—The tech- Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. nology developed under subsection (a) shall extend increased expensing limita- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to be capable of— tions, and for other purposes; which the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal

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The term ‘‘relevant committees of Congress’’ following: (b) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term means— SEC. 3124. UNFAIR OR DECEPTIVE PRACTICES ‘‘air carrier’’ means a person, including a RELATING TO TRAVEL INSURANCE. commercial enterprise, that has been issued (A) the Committee on Appropriations, the Section 2 of the Act of the Act of March 9, an air carrier operating certificate under Committee on Environment and Public 1945 (59 Stat. 33, chapter 20; 15 U.S.C. 1012) is section 44705 of title 49, United States Code. Works, the Committee on Finance, the Com- amended by adding at the end the following: mittee on Homeland Security and Govern- ‘‘(c) Notwithstanding subsections (a) and SA 3779. Mr. CORNYN (for himself, mental Affairs, and the Committee on the (b), the Secretary of Transportation may in- Mr. FLAKE, Mr. HELLER, and Mr. Judiciary of the Senate; and vestigate, and take action under section MCCAIN) submitted an amendment in- (B) the Committee on Appropriations, the 41712(a) of title 49, United States Code, with tended to be proposed to amendment Committee on Homeland Security, the Com- respect to, unfair or deceptive practices and SA 3679 proposed by Mr. MCCONNELL mittee on the Judiciary, and the Committee unfair methods of competition with respect (for Mr. THUNE (for himself and Mr. on Transportation and Infrastructure of the to insurance relating to travel in air trans- NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, to amend House of Representatives. portation.’’. the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to SEC. l04. AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO FEE SA 3776. Mr. BLUMENTHAL (for permanently extend increased expens- AGREEMENTS FOR THE PROVISION himself and Mr. MARKEY) submitted an ing limitations, and for other purposes; OF CERTAIN SERVICES OF U.S. CUS- amendment intended to be proposed to which was ordered to lie on the table; TOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION. amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. as follows: (a) FEE AGREEMENTS.— MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (1) AUTHORITY FOR FEE AGREEMENTS.—Not- lowing: and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, withstanding section 13031(e) of the Consoli- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of TITLE ll—CROSS-BORDER TRADE dated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act of 1986 to permanently extend increased ENHANCEMENT ACT OF 2016 1985 (19 U.S.C. 58c(e)) and section 451 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1451), the Com- expensing limitations, and for other SEC. l01. SHORT TITLE. This title may be cited as the ‘‘Cross-Bor- missioner may, upon the request of any per- purposes; which was ordered to lie on der Trade Enhancement Act of 2016’’. son, enter into an agreement with that per- the table; as follows: SEC. l02. REPEAL AND TRANSITION PROVISION. son under which— At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (a) REPEAL.—Subject to subsections (b) and (A) U.S. Customs and Border Protection lowing: (c), section 560 of the Department of Home- will provide the services described in para- SEC. 3124. REGULATIONS RELATING TO DISCLO- land Security Appropriations Act, 2013 (divi- graph (4) at a port of entry or any other fa- SURE OF FLIGHT DATA. sion D of Public Law 113–6; 127 Stat. 378) and cility where U.S. Customs and Border Pro- (a) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 180 days section 559 of the Department of Homeland tection provides or will provide services; after the date of the enactment of this Act, Security Appropriations Act, 2014 (division F (B) such person will remit a fee imposed the Secretary of Transportation shall pre- of Public Law 113–76; 6 U.S.C. 211 note) are scribe regulations prohibiting an air carrier repealed. under subsection (b) to U.S. Customs and from limiting the access of consumers to in- (b) AGREEMENTS IN EFFECT.—Notwith- Border Protection in an amount equal to the formation relating to schedules, fares, and standing subsection (a), nothing in this Act full costs incurred or that will be incurred in fees for flights in passenger air transpor- may be construed as affecting in any manner providing such services; and tation. an agreement entered into pursuant to sec- (C) any additional facilities at which U.S. (b) AIR CARRIER DEFINED.—In this section, tion 560 of the Department of Homeland Se- Customs and Border Protection services are the term ‘‘air carrier’’ means an air carrier curity Appropriations Act, 2013 (division D of performed or deemed necessary for the provi- or foreign air carrier, as those terms are de- Public Law 113–6; 127 Stat. 378) or section 559 sion of services under an agreement entered fined in section 40102 of title 49, United of the Department of Homeland Security Ap- into under this section shall be provided, States Code. propriations Act, 2014 (division F of Public maintained, and equipped by such person, Law 113–76; 6 U.S.C. 211 note) that is in effect without additional cost to the Federal Gov- on the day before the date of the enactment SA 3777. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- ernment, in accordance with U.S. Customs of this Act, and any such agreement shall mitted an amendment intended to be and Border Protection specifications. proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- continue to have full force and effect on and after such date. (2) CRITERIA.—The Commissioner shall es- posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. (c) PROPOSED AGREEMENTS.—Notwith- tablish criteria for entering into a partner- THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to standing subsection (a), nothing in this Act ship under paragraph (1) that include the fol- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal may be construed as affecting in any manner lowing: Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently a proposal accepted for consideration by U.S. (A) Selection and evaluation of potential extend increased expensing limita- Customs and Border Protection pursuant to partners. tions, and for other purposes; which section 559 of the Department of Homeland (B) Identification and documentation of Security Appropriations Act, 2014 (division F roles and responsibilities between U.S. Cus- was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- of Public Law 113–76; 6 U.S.C. 211 note) that lows: toms and Border Protection, General Serv- was accepted prior to the date of the enact- ices Administration, and private and govern- On page 201, between lines 20 and 21, insert ment of this Act. ment partners. the following: SEC. l03. DEFINITIONS. (C) Identification, allocation, and manage- ‘‘(3) the existence and utility of the Na- In this title: ment of explicit and implicit risks of tional Human Trafficking Resource Center. (1) ADMINISTRATION.—The term ‘‘Adminis- partnering between U.S. Customs and Border tration’’ mean the General Services Admin- SA 3778. Mr. BLUMENTHAL sub- istration. Protection, General Services Administra- tion, and private and government partners. mitted an amendment intended to be (2) ADMINISTRATOR.—The term ‘‘Adminis- proposed to amendment SA 3679 pro- trator’’ mean the Administrator of the Ad- (D) Decision-making and dispute resolu- posed by Mr. MCCONNELL (for Mr. ministration. tion processes in partnering arrangements. (E) Criteria and processes for U.S. Customs THUNE (for himself and Mr. NELSON)) to (3) COMMISSIONER.—The term ‘‘Commis- the bill H.R. 636, to amend the Internal sioner’’ means the Commissioner of U.S. Cus- and Border Protection to terminate agree- ments if private or government partners are Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently toms and Border Protection. (4) DONATION AGREEMENT.—The term ‘‘do- not meeting the terms of such a partnership, extend increased expensing limita- nation agreement’’ means an agreement including the security standards established tions, and for other purposes; which made under section l05(a). by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- (5) FEE AGREEMENT.—The term ‘‘fee agree- (3) PUBLICATION.—The Commissioner shall lows: ment’’ means an agreement made by the make publicly available the criteria estab- After section 2307, insert the following: Commissioner under section l04(a)(1). lished under paragraph (2), and shall notify SEC. 2307A. TRAINING ON HUMAN TRAFFICKING (6) PERSON.—The term ‘‘person’’ means— the relevant committees of Congress not less FOR ADDITIONAL AIR CARRIER PER- (A) an individual; than 15 days prior to the publication of the SONNEL. (B) a corporation, partnership, trust, es- criteria and any subsequent changes to such (a) IN GENERAL.—Each air carrier shall pro- tate, association, or any other private or criteria. vide ticket counter agents, gate agents, and public entity;

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(4) SERVICES DESCRIBED.—Services de- (A) ensure that each fee agreement pro- (A) IN GENERAL.—The Commissioner shall scribed in this paragraph are any services re- posal is given equal consideration regardless terminate the services provided pursuant to lated to, or in support of, customs, agricul- of the size of the port of entry; and a fee agreement with a person that, after re- tural processing, border security, or inspec- (B) report to the relevant committees of ceiving notice from the Commissioner that a tion-related immigration matters provided Congress on the number of fee agreement fee imposed under the fee agreement is due, by an employee or contractor of U.S. Cus- proposals that the Commissioner did not fails to pay such fee in a timely manner. toms and Border Protection at ports of entry enter into due to legal restrictions on the (B) EFFECT OF TERMINATION.—At the time or any other facility where U.S. Customs and number of fee agreements that the Commis- services are terminated pursuant to subpara- Border Protection provides or will provide sioner is permitted to enter into. graph (A), all costs incurred by U.S. Customs services. (11) DENIED APPLICATION.—If the Commis- and Border Protection which have not been (5) MODIFICATION OF PRIOR AGREEMENTS.— sioner denies a proposal for a fee agreement, paid, will become immediately due and pay- The Commissioner, at the request of a person the Commission shall provide the person who able. who has previously entered into an agree- submitted the proposal a detailed justifica- (C) INTEREST.—Interest on unpaid fees will ment with U.S. Customs and Border Protec- tion for the denial. accrue based on the quarterly rate(s) estab- tion for the reimbursement of fees in effect (12) CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this sec- lished under sections 6621 and 6622 of the In- on the date of enactment of this Act, may tion may be construed— ternal Revenue Code of 1986. modify such agreement to implement any (A) to require a person entering into a fee (D) PENALTIES.—Any person that fails to provisions of this title. agreement to cover costs that are otherwise pay any fee incurred under a fee agreement (6) LIMITATION.—The Commissioner may the responsibility of the U.S. Customs and in a timely manner, after notice and demand not enter into a reimbursable fee agreement Border Protection or any other agency of the for payment, shall be liable for a penalty or under this subsection if such agreement Federal Government and are not incurred, or liquidated damage equal to 2 times the would unduly and permanently impact serv- expected to be incurred, to cover services amount of such fee. ices funded in this Act or any appropriations specifically covered by an agreement entered (E) AMOUNT COLLECTED.—Any amount col- Act, or provided from any account in the into under authorities provided by this title; lected pursuant to a fee agreement shall be Treasury of the United States derived by the or deposited into the account specified under collection of fees. (B) to unduly and permanently reduce the paragraph (4) and shall be available as de- (7) NUMERICAL LIMITATIONS.—Except as pro- responsibilities or duties of U.S. Customs scribed therein. vided in paragraphs (8) and (9), there shall be and Border Protection to provide services at (F) RETURN OF UNUSED FUNDS.—The Com- no limit to the number of fee agreements ports of entry that have been authorized or missioner shall return any unused funds col- that may be entered into by the Commis- mandated by law and are funded in any ap- lected under a fee agreement that is termi- sioner. propriation Act or from any accounts in the nated for any reason, or in the event that the (8) AUTHORITY FOR NUMERICAL LIMITA- Treasury of the United States derived by the terms of such agreement change by mutual TIONS.— collection of fees. agreement to cause a reduction of U.S. Cus- (A) RESOURCE AVAILABILITY.—If the Com- (13) JUDICIAL REVIEW.—Decisions of the toms and Border Protections services. No in- missioner finds that resource or allocation Commissioner under this subsection are in terest shall be owed upon the return of any constraints would prevent U.S. Customs and the discretion of the Commissioner and not unused funds. (i) Border Protection from fulfilling, in whole subject to judicial review. (6) TERMINATION BY THE SPONSOR.—Any per- or in part, requests for services under the (b) FEE.— son who has previously entered into an terms of existing or proposed fee agree- (1) IN GENERAL.—A person who enters into agreement with U.S. Customs and Border ments, the Commissioner shall impose an- a fee agreement shall pay a fee pursuant to Protection for the reimbursement of fees in nual limits on the number of new fee agree- such agreement in an amount equal to the effect on the date of enactment of this Act, ments. full cost of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- or under the provisions of this Act, may re- (B) ANNUAL REVIEW.—If the Commissioner tion— quest that such agreement make provision limits the number of new fee agreements (A) of the salaries and expenses of individ- for termination at the request of such person under this paragraph, the Commissioner uals employed or contracted by U.S. Cus- shall annually evaluate and reassess such toms and Border Protection to provide such upon advance notice, the length and terms of limits and publish the results of such evalua- services; and which shall be negotiated between such per- tion and affirm any such limits that shall re- (B) of other costs incurred by U.S. Customs son and U.S. Customs and Border Protection. main in effect in a publicly available format. and Border Protection related to providing (c) ANNUAL REPORT AND NOTICE TO CON- (9) NUMERICAL LIMITATIONS AT AIR PORTS OF such services, such as temporary placement GRESS.—The Commissioner shall— ENTRY.— or permanent relocation of employees. (1) submit to the relevant committees of (A) IN GENERAL.—The Commissioner may (2) ADVANCE PAYMENT.—The Commissioner, Congress an annual report that identifies not enter into more than 10 fee agreements with approval from a person requesting serv- each fee agreement made during the previous per year to provide U.S. Customs and Border ices of U.S. Customs and Border Protection year; and Protection services at air ports of entry. services pursuant to a fee agreement, may (2) not less than 15 days before entering (B) CERTAIN COSTS.—A fee agreement for accept the fee for services prior to providing into a fee agreement, notify the members of U.S. Customs and Border Protection services such services. Congress that represent the State or district at an air port of entry may only provide for (3) OVERSIGHT OF FEES.—The Commissioner in which the affected port or facility is lo- the reimbursement of— shall develop a process to oversee the activi- cated. (i) salaries and expenses of not more than ties for which fees are charged pursuant to a (d) MODIFICATION OF EXISTING REPORTS TO 5 full-time equivalent U.S. Customs and Bor- fee agreement that includes the following: CONGRESS.—Section 907(b) of the Trade Fa- der Protection officers; (A) A determination and report on the full cilitation and Trade Enforcement Act of 2015 (ii) costs incurred by U.S. Customs and cost of providing services, including direct (Public Law 114–125) is amended— Border Protection for the payment of over- and indirect costs, as well as a process, (1) in paragraph (3), by striking ‘‘or’’ at the time to employee; through consultation with affected parties end; (iii) the salaries and expenses of employees and other interested stakeholders, for in- (2) in paragraph (4), by striking the period of U.S. Customs and Border Protection to creasing such fees as necessary. at the end and inserting ‘‘; or’’; and support U.S. customs and Border Protection (B) The establishment of a periodic remit- (3) by adding at the end the following: officers in performing law enforcement func- tance schedule to replenish appropriations, ‘‘(5) the program for entering into reim- tions at air ports of entry, including primary accounts or funds, as necessary. bursable fee agreements for the provision of and secondary processing of passengers; and (C) The identification of costs paid by such U.S. Customs and Border Protection services (iv) other costs incurred by U.S. Customs fees. established by the Cross-Border Trade En- and Border Protection relating to services (4) DEPOSIT OF FUNDS.—Amounts collected hancement Act of 2016.’’. described in paragraph (2), such as tem- pursuant to a fee agreement shall— (e) EFFECTIVE PERIOD.—The authority for porary placement or permanent relocation of (A) be deposited as an offsetting collection; the Commission to enter into new fee agree- such employees. (B) remain available until expended, with- ments shall be in effect until September 30, (C) PRECLEARANCE.—The authority in the out fiscal year limitation; and 2025. Any fee agreement entered into prior to section may not be used to enter into new (C) be credited to the applicable appropria- that date shall remain in effect under the preclearance agreements or initiate the pro- tion, account, or fund for the amount paid terms of that fee agreement. vision of U.S. Customs and Border Protec- out of that appropriation, account, or fund SEC. l05. AUTHORITY TO ENTER INTO AGREE- tion services outside of the United States. for— MENTS TO ACCEPT DONATIONS FOR (10) PORT OF ENTRY SIZE CONSIDERATION.—If (i) any expenses incurred or to be incurred PORTS OF ENTRY. the number of fee agreement proposals that by U.S. Customs and Border Protection in (a) AGREEMENTS AUTHORIZED.— meet the eligibility criteria established in providing such services; and (1) COMMISSIONER.—The Commissioner, in paragraph (2) exceed the number of fee agree- (ii) any other costs incurred by U.S. Cus- collaboration with the Administrator as pro- ments that the Commissioner is permitted toms and Border Protection relating to such vided under subsection (f), may enter into an by law to enter into, then the Commissioner services. agreement with any person to accept a dona- shall— (5) TERMINATION BY THE COMMISSIONER.— tion of real or personal property, including

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(B) allow the person to resubmit the pro- the table; as follows: (2) ADMINISTRATOR.—Where the Adminis- posal with additional information and mate- At the, end of section 2154, add the fol- trator owns or leases a new or existing land rial described under subparagraph (A) to lowing: port of entry, facility, or other infrastruc- complete the proposal. (d) SAVINGS CLAUSE.—øNothing in this sec- ture at a location where U.S. Customs and (3) COMPLETE APPLICATIONS.—Not later tion shall prohibit the Administrator from Border Protection performs or will be per- than 180 days after receiving a completed authorizing the owner of a fixed site facility forming inspection services, the Adminis- and final proposal for a donation agreement, to operate an aircraft, including a UAS, over trator, in collaboration with the Commis- the Commissioner, and Administrator if ap- its own property/Nothing in this section may sioner, may enter into an agreement with plicable, shall— be construed as prohibiting the Adminis- any person to accept a donation of real or (A) make a determination whether to deny trator from authorizing an owner of a fixed personal property, including monetary dona- or approve the proposal; and site facility to operate an aircraft, including tions, or nonpersonal services, at that loca- (B) notify the person that submitted the an unmanned aircraft system, over, under, or tion for activities set forth in subsection (b). proposal of the determination. within a specified distance from that fixed site facility¿. (b) USE.—A donation made under a dona- (4) CONSIDERATIONS.—In making the deter- tion agreement may be used for activities re- mination under paragraph (3)(A), the Com- SA 3781. Ms. KLOBUCHAR submitted lated to construction, alteration, operation missioner, and Administrator if applicable, or maintenance, including expenses related shall consider— an amendment intended to be proposed to— (A) the impact of the proposal on reducing to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (1) land acquisition, design, construction, wait times at that port of entry or facility MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself repair, and alteration; and other ports of entry on the same border; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, (2) furniture, fixtures, equipment, and (B) the potential of the proposal to in- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of technology, including installation and the crease trade and travel efficiency through deployment thereof; and 1986 to permanently extend increased added capacity; and (3) operation and maintenance of the facil- expensing limitations, and for other (C) the potential of the proposal to en- ity, infrastructure, equipment, and tech- purposes; which was ordered to lie on hance the security of the port of entry or fa- nology. the table; as follows: cility. (c) LIMITATION ON MONETARY DONATIONS.— At the end of subtitle D of title II, add the Any monetary donation accepted pursuant (i) SUPPLEMENTAL FUNDING.—Any property, including monetary donations and nonper- following: to a donation agreement may not be used to SEC. 2406. COMPLETION OF CERTAIN PROJECTS pay the salaries of employees of U.S. Cus- sonal services, donated pursuant to a dona- tion agreement may be used in addition to BY STATE DEPARTMENTS OF TRANS- toms and Border Protection who perform in- PORTATION. any other funds, including appropriated spection services. With respect to a proposed construction or funds, property, or services made available (d) TRANSFER.— alteration for which notice to the Federal for the same purpose. (1) AUTHORITY TO TRANSFER.—Donations Aviation Administration is required under (j) RETURN OF DONATION.—If the Commis- accepted by the Commissioner or the Admin- section 77.9 of title 14, Code of Federal Regu- sioner or the Administrator does not use the istrator under a donation agreement may be lations, upon receiving such notice, the Ad- property or services donated pursuant to a transferred between U.S. Customs and Bor- ministrator of the Federal Aviation Admin- donation agreement, such donated property der Protection and the Administration. istration shall allow a State department of or services shall be returned to the person (2) NOTIFICATION.—Prior to executing a transportation to carry out such construc- that made the donation. transfer under this subsection, the Commis- tion or alteration, and shall not require an (k) INTEREST PROHIBITED.—No interest may sioner or Administrator shall notify a person aeronautical study under section 77.27 of be owed on any donation returned to a per- that entered into the donation agreement of such title, if such State department of trans- son under this subsection. an intent to transfer the donated property or portation— (l) PROHIBITION ON CERTAIN FUNDING.—The services. (1) has appropriate engineering expertise (e) TERM OF DONATION AGREEMENT.—The Commissioner and the Administrator may to perform the construction or alteration; term of a donation agreement may be as long not, with respect to an agreement authorized and as is required to meet the terms of the agree- under this section, obligate or expend (2) complies with applicable Federal Avia- ment. amounts in excess of amounts that have been tion Administration standards for the con- (f) ROLE OF ADMINISTRATOR.—The Adminis- appropriated pursuant to any appropriations struction or alteration. trator’s role, involvement, and authority Act for purposes specified in the agreement under this section is limited with respect to or otherwise made available for any of such SA 3782. Ms. KLOBUCHAR (for her- donations made at new or existing land ports purposes. self and Mr. FRANKEN) submitted an of entry, facilities, or other infrastructure (m) ANNUAL REPORT AND NOTICE TO CON- owned or leased by the Administration. GRESS.—The Commissioner, in collaboration amendment intended to be proposed to (g) EVALUATION PROCEDURES.— with the Administrator if applicable, shall— amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (1) REQUIREMENTS FOR PROCEDURES.—Not (1) submit to the relevant committees of MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself later than 180 days after the date of enact- Congress an annual report that identifies and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ment, the Commissioner, in consultation each donation agreement made during the with the Administrator as appropriate, shall to amend the Internal Revenue Code of previous year; and 1986 to permanently extend increased issue procedures for evaluating proposals for (2) not less than 15 days before entering donation agreements. expensing limitations, and for other into a donation agreement, notify the mem- (2) AVAILABILITY.—The procedures issued purposes; which was ordered to lie on bers of Congress that represent the State or under paragraph (1) shall be made available district in which the affected port or facility the table; as follows: to the public. is located. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (3) COST-SHARING ARRANGEMENTS.—In (n) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Except as oth- lowing: issuing the procedures under paragraph (1), erwise provided in this section, nothing in SEC. llll. REPORT ON CONSPICUITY NEEDS the Commissioner, in consultation with the this section may be construed as affecting in FOR SURFACE VEHICLES OPER- Administration, shall evaluate the use of au- any manner the responsibilities, duties, or ATING ON THE AIRSIDE OF AIR CAR- thorities provided under this section to enter RIER SERVED AIRPORTS. authorities of U.S. Customs and Border Pro- into cost-sharing or reimbursement agree- (a) STUDY REQUIRED.—The Administrator tection or the Administration. ments with eligible persons and determine of the Federal Aviation Administration shall (o) EFFECTIVE PERIOD.—The authority for whether such agreements may improve facil- perform a study of the need for the Federal the Commission or the Administrator to ity conditions or inspection services at new Aviation Administration to prescribe con- enter into new donation agreements shall be or existing land, sea, or air ports of entry. spicuity standards for surface vehicles oper- in effect until September 30, 2025. Any dona- (h) DETERMINATION AND NOTIFICATION.— ating on the airside of the categories of air- tion agreement entered into prior to that (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 60 days ports that air carriers serve as specified in date shall remain in effect under the terms after receiving a proposal for a donation subsection (b). of that donation agreement. agreement, the Commissioner, and Adminis- (b) COVERED AIRPORTS.—The study re- trator if applicable, shall notify the person quired by subsection (a) shall cover, at a that submitted the proposal as to whether it SA 3780. Mr. NELSON submitted an minimum, one large hub airport, one me- is complete or incomplete. amendment intended to be proposed to dium hub airport and one small hub airport, (2) INCOMPLETE PROPOSALS.—If the Com- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. as those terms are defined in section 40102 of missioner, and Administrator if applicable, MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself title 49, United States Code.

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(c) REPORT TO CONGRESS.—Not later than SEC. 1003. FAA OPERATIONS. (2) NEW SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS.—For July 1, 2017, the Administrator shall submit (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 106(k)(1) is purposes of paragraph (1), a new small busi- to the appropriate committees of Congress a amended by striking subparagraphs (A) ness concern is a small business concern that report setting forth the results of the study through (E) and inserting the following: did not participate in the programs and ac- required by subsection (a), including such ‘‘(A) $9,910,009,314 for fiscal year 2016; tivities described in paragraph (1) in a pre- recommendations as the Administrator con- ‘‘(B) $10,025,361,111 for fiscal year 2017; and vious fiscal year. siders appropriate regarding the need for the ‘‘(C) $10,103,780,622 for fiscal year 2018.’’. (3) CONTENTS.—The report shall include— Administration to prescribe conspicuity (b) AUTHORIZED EXPENDITURES.—Section (A) a list of the top 25 and bottom 25 large standards as described in subsection (a). 106(k)(2) is amended by striking ‘‘for fiscal and medium hub airports in terms of pro- years 2012 through 2015’’ each place it ap- viding opportunities for small business con- SA 3783. Mr. BROWN submitted an pears and inserting ‘‘for fiscal years 2016 cerns owned and controlled by socially and amendment intended to be proposed to through 2018’’. economically disadvantaged individuals to amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. (c) AUTHORITY TO TRANSFER FUNDS.—Sec- participate in the programs and activities tion 106(k)(3) is amended by striking ‘‘2012 funded using the amounts made available MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself through 2015 and for the period beginning on under this Act; and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, October 1, 2015, and ending on July 15, 2016’’ (B) the results of an assessment, to be con- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of and inserting ‘‘2016 through 2018’’. ducted by the Inspector General, on the rea- 1986 to permanently extend increased SEC. 1004. FAA RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT. sons why the top airports have been success- expensing limitations, and for other Section 48102 is amended— ful in providing such opportunities; and purposes; which was ordered to lie on (1) in subsection (a)— (C) recommendations to the Administrator the table; as follows: (A) in the matter preceding paragraph (1)— of the Federal Aviation Administration and Congress on methods for other airports to At the appropriate place, insert the fol- (i) by striking ‘‘44511-44513’’ and inserting achieve results similar to those of the top lowing: ‘‘44512-44513’’; and (ii) by striking ‘‘and, for each of fiscal airports. SEC. llll. MODIFICATION OF REQUIREMENT years 2012 through 2015, under subsection (d) EXTENSION OF PILOT PROGRAM FOR RE- UNDER CERTAIN FEDERAL AVIA- TION ADMINISTRATION PROGRAMS (g)’’; DEVELOPMENT OF AIRPORT PROPERTIES.—Sec- TO BUY GOODS PRODUCED IN (B) in paragraph (8), by striking ‘‘; and’’ tion 822(k) of the FAA Modernization and UNITED STATES. and inserting a semicolon; and Reform Act of 2012 (49 U.S.C. 47141 note) is Subparagraph (A) of section 50101(d)(3) is (C) by striking paragraph (9) and inserting amended by striking ‘‘July 15, 2016’’ and in- amended to read as follows: the following: serting ‘‘September 30, 2018’’. ‘‘(A) the cost of components and subcompo- ‘‘(9) $166,000,000 for fiscal year 2016; nents produced in the United States— ‘‘(10) $169,000,000 for fiscal year 2017; and SA 3785. Mr. WARNER (for himself ‘‘(i) for fiscal years 2017 and 2018, is more ‘‘(11) $171,000,000 for fiscal year 2018.’’; and and Mr. KAINE) submitted an amend- than 60 percent of the cost of all components (2) in subsection (b), by striking paragraph ment intended to be proposed to (3). of the facility or equipment; amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. ‘‘(ii) for fiscal years 2019 and 2020, is more SEC. 1005. FUNDING FOR AVIATION PROGRAMS. MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself than 65 percent of the cost of all components (a) AIRPORT AND AIRWAY TRUST FUND of the facility or equipment; and GUARANTEE.—Section 48114(a)(1)(A) is amend- and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, ‘‘(iii) for fiscal year 2021 and each fiscal ed to read as follows: to amend the Internal Revenue Code of year thereafter, is more than 70 percent of ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The total budget re- 1986 to permanently extend increased the cost of the facility or equipment; and’’. sources made available from the Airport and expensing limitations, and for other Airway Trust Fund each fiscal year under purposes; which was ordered to lie on SA 3784. Mr. PERDUE submitted an sections 48101, 48102, 48103, and 106(k)— the table; as follows: amendment intended to be proposed to ‘‘(i) shall in each of fiscal years 2016 On page 238, after line 23, add the fol- amendment SA 3679 proposed by Mr. through 2018, be equal to the sum of— ‘‘(I) 90 percent of the estimated level of re- lowing: MCCONNELL (for Mr. THUNE (for himself ceipts plus interest credited to the Airport SEC. 2507. USE OF FEDERAL FACILITIES FOR and Mr. NELSON)) to the bill H.R. 636, and Airway Trust Fund for that fiscal year; AVIATION TESTING. to amend the Internal Revenue Code of and (a) FINDINGS.—Congress makes the fol- 1986 to permanently extend increased ‘‘(II) the actual level of receipts plus inter- lowing findings: expensing limitations, and for other est credited to the Airport and Airway Trust (1) Wallops Flight Facility is an important purposes; which was ordered to lie on Fund for the second preceding fiscal year Federal research and test site that supports the table; as follows: minus the total amount made available for the National Aeronautics and Space Admin- obligation from the Airport and Airway istration (referred to in this section as Strike subtitle A of title I and insert the Trust Fund for the second preceding fiscal ‘‘NASA’’ and other Federal and non-Federal following: year; and entities through the conduct of hazardous Subtitle A—Funding of FAA Programs ‘‘(ii) may be used only for the aviation in- rocket and aviation-based missions, includ- SEC. 1001. AIRPORT PLANNING AND DEVELOP- vestment programs listed in subsection ing the launch and recovery of experimental MENT AND NOISE COMPATIBILITY (b)(1).’’. space vehicles and aircraft being developed PLANNING AND PROGRAMS. (b) ENFORCEMENT OF GUARANTEES.—Section for NASA, the Department of Defense, and (a) AUTHORIZATION.—Section 48103(a) is 48114(c)(2) is amended by striking ‘‘2016’’ and private industry. amended by striking ‘‘section 47505(a)(2), and inserting ‘‘2018’’. (2) The designation of restricted airspace carrying out noise compatibility programs SEC. 1006. EXTENSION OF EXPIRING AUTHORI- provides the Wallops Flight Facility with under section 47504(c) $3,350,000,000 for each TIES. critical capability to safely conduct the mis- of fiscal years 2012 through 2015 and (a) MARSHALL ISLANDS, MICRONESIA, AND sions described in paragraph (1) by pro- $2,652,083,333 for the period beginning on Oc- PALAU.—Section 47115(j) is amended by strik- tecting public and private aircraft from the tober 1, 2015, and ending on July 15, 2016’’ and ing ‘‘2015 and for the period beginning on Oc- hazards associated with such missions. inserting ‘‘section 47505(a)(2), carrying out tober 1, 2015, and ending on July 15, 2016,’’ (3) Although Wallops Flight Facility has noise compatibility programs under section and inserting ‘‘2018’’. been working with the Federal Aviation Ad- 47504(c), for an airport cooperative research (b) EXTENSION OF COMPATIBLE LAND USE ministration to extend its restricted airspace program under section 44511, for Airports PLANNING AND PROJECTS BY STATE AND LOCAL in order to meet the national needs of its Technology-Safety research, and Airports GOVERNMENTS.—Section 47141(f) is amended programs for more than 5 years, and has been Technology-Efficiency research, $3,350,000,000 by striking ‘‘July 15, 2016’’ and inserting in a formal application process for more than for fiscal year 2016 and $3,750,000,000 for each ‘‘September 30, 2018’’. 2 years, Federal Aviation Administration of- of fiscal years 2017 and 2018’’. (c) INSPECTOR GENERAL REPORT ON PARTICI- ficials have not yet approved such an exten- (b) OBLIGATIONAL AUTHORITY.—Section PATION IN FAA PROGRAMS BY DISADVANTAGED sion. 47104(c) is amended in the matter preceding SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS.— (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the Sense of paragraph (1) by striking ‘‘July 15, 2016’’ and (1) IN GENERAL.—For each of fiscal years Congress that— inserting ‘‘September 30, 2018’’. 2016 through 2018, the Inspector General of (1) it is in the public interest to make full SEC. 1002. AIR NAVIGATION FACILITIES AND the Department of Transportation shall sub- use of Federal facilities, including facilities EQUIPMENT. mit to Congress a report on the number of operated by NASA, to support aviation test- Section 48101(a) is amended by striking new small business concerns owned and con- ing and operations; paragraphs (1) through (5) and inserting the trolled by socially and economically dis- (2) Federal regulations governing the use following: advantaged individuals, including those of restricted airspace to support the activi- ‘‘(1) $2,855,241,025 for fiscal year 2016. owned by veterans, that participated in the ties described in paragraph (1) should be con- ‘‘(2) $2,862,020,524 for fiscal year 2017. programs and activities funded using the tinually reviewed to ensure that such regula- ‘‘(3) $2,901,601,229 for fiscal year 2018.’’. amounts made available under this Act. tions support such activities; and

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(c) RULEMAKING.—Not later than 180 days (1) CITY.—The term ‘‘city’’ means any unit TITLE II—DESIGNATION OF ECONOMIC after the date of the enactment of this Act, of general local government that is classified FREEDOM ZONES (EFZ) the Administrator of the Federal Aviation as a municipality by the United States Cen- SEC. 201. ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR ECO- Administration, after considering the inter- sus Bureau, or is a town or township as de- NOMIC FREEDOM ZONE STATUS. agency and public comments received over termined jointly by the Director of the Of- (a) DESIGNATION OF MUNICIPALITIES AS ECO- the course of the review described in sub- fice of Management and Budget and the Sec- NOMIC FREEDOM ZONES.— section (a)(3), shall issue a rule regarding the retary. (1) IN GENERAL.—An eligible entity that is requested extension of restricted airspace (2) COUNTY.—The term ‘‘county’’ means a municipality may be designated by the surrounding Wallops Flight Facility. any unit of local general government that is Secretary as an Economic Freedom Zone if classified as a county by the United States the municipality— SA 3786. Mr. NELSON submitted an Census Bureau. (A) meets the requirements under section amendment intended to be proposed by (3) ELIGIBLE ENTITY.—The term ‘‘eligible 109(c) of title 11, United States Code; him to the bill H.R. 636, to amend the entity’’ means a municipality or a zip code. (B) is at risk of insolvency, as determined Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to per- (4) MUNICIPALITY.—The term ‘‘munici- under paragraph (2); manently extend increased expensing pality’’ has the meaning given that term in (C) has been subject to receivership by the limitations, and for other purposes; section 101(40) of title 11, United States Code. State within the last 3 years; which was ordered to lie on the table; (5) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ (D) has been a debtor under chapter 9 of means the Secretary of the Treasury. as follows: title 11, United States Code within the last 3 (6) ZIP CODE.—The term ‘‘zip code’’ means years; or At the end of section 2154, add the fol- any area or region associated with or cov- (E) has been subject to a financial advisory lowing: ered by a United States Postal zip code of board, emergency manager, or similar entity (d) Savings Clause.—Nothing in this sec- not less than 5 digits. that— tion may be construed as prohibiting the Ad- TITLE I—PROHIBITION OF FEDERAL (i) has arisen from the legislative or execu- ministrator from authorizing an owner of a GOVERNMENT BAILOUTS tive authority of the State; and fixed site facility to operate an aircraft, in- (ii) exercises significant financial control cluding an unmanned aircraft system, over, SEC. 101. PROHIBITION OF FEDERAL GOVERN- MENT BAILOUTS. over the finances of the entity within the under, or within a specified distance from (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section— last 3 years. that fixed site facility. (1) the term ‘‘credit rating’’ has the mean- (2) AT RISK OF INSOLVENCY.—A munici- ing given that term in section 3(a)(60) of the pality is at risk of insolvency if— SA 3787. Mr. PAUL submitted an Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. (A) an independent actuarial firm that has amendment intended to be proposed by 78c(a)(60)); been engaged by the municipality and that him to the bill S. 2012, to provide for (2) the term ‘‘credit rating agency’’ has the does not have a conflict of interest with the the modernization of the energy policy meaning given that term in section 3(a)(61) municipality, including any previous rela- of the United States, and for other pur- of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 tionship with the municipality, as deter- poses; which was ordered to lie on the U.S.C. 78c(a)(61)); mined by the Secretary— table; as follows: (3) the term ‘‘Federal assistance’’ means (i) determines that the municipality is in- the use of any advances from the Federal Re- solvent (as defined in section 101(a)(4) of title At the appropriate place, insert the fol- serve credit facility or discount window that 11, United States Code); and lowing: is not part of a program or facility with (ii) submits its analysis regarding the in- DIVISION A—ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONES broad-based eligibility under section 13(3)(A) solvency of the municipality to the Sec- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE; TABLE OF CONTENTS. of the Federal Reserve Act (12 U.S.C. retary; and (a) SHORT TITLE.—This division may be 343(3)(A)), Federal Deposit Insurance Cor- (B) the Secretary has reviewed and ap- cited as the ‘‘Economic Freedom Zones Act poration insurance, or guarantees for the proved the determination of insolvency by of 2016’’. purpose of— the actuarial firm. (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- (A) making a loan to, or purchasing any in- (b) DESIGNATION OF COUNTIES, CITIES, AND tents for this division is as follows: terest or debt obligation of, a municipality; ZIP CODES AS ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONES.— (1) IN GENERAL.—An eligible entity may be Sec. 1. Short title; table of contents. (B) purchasing the assets of a munici- Sec. 2. Definitions. pality; designated by the Secretary as an Economic (C) guaranteeing a loan or debt issuance of Freedom Zone if the eligible entity— TITLE I—PROHIBITION OF FEDERAL a municipality; or (A) is a county or city that— GOVERNMENT BAILOUTS (D) entering into an assistance arrange- (i) is located in a non-metropolitan statis- Sec. 101. Prohibition of Federal Government ment, including a grant program, with an el- tical area (as defined by the Director of the bailouts. igible entity; Office of Management and Budget); and TITLE II—DESIGNATION OF ECONOMIC (4) the term ‘‘insolvent’’ means, with re- (ii) meets the requirements under para- FREEDOM ZONES (EFZ) spect to an eligible entity, a financial condi- graph (2); or Sec. 201. Eligibility requirements for Eco- tion such that the eligible entity— (B) is a zip code that meets the require- nomic Freedom Zone Status. (A) has any debt that has been given a ments under paragraph (2). Sec. 202. Application and duration of des- credit rating lower than a ‘‘B’’ by a nation- (2) LOW ECONOMIC AND HIGH POVERTY ignation. ally recognized statistical rating organiza- AREA.— (A) IN GENERAL.—An eligible entity shall TITLE III—FEDERAL TAX INCENTIVES tion or a credit rating agency; (B) is not paying its debts as they become be eligible for designation as an Economic Sec. 301. Tax incentives related to Economic due, unless such debts are the subject of a Freedom Zone under paragraph (1) if the eli- Freedom Zones. bona fide dispute; or gible entity is designated by the Secretary TITLE IV—FEDERAL REGULATORY (C) is unable to pay its debts as they be- as a low economic or high poverty area REDUCTIONS come due; and under subparagraph (B). Sec. 401. Suspension of certain laws and reg- (5) the term ‘‘nationally recognized statis- (B) DESIGNATION AS LOW ECONOMIC AND HIGH ulations. tical rating organization’’ has the meaning POVERTY AREA.—The Secretary, after review- TITLE V—EDUCATIONAL given that term in section 3(a)(62) of the Se- ing supporting data as determined appro- ENHANCEMENTS curities Exchange Act of 1934 (15 U.S.C. priate, shall designate an eligible entity as a 78c(a)(62)). low economic or high poverty area if— Sec. 501. Educational opportunity tax credit. (b) PROHIBITION OF FEDERAL GOVERNMENT (i) the State or local government with ju- Sec. 502. School choice through portability. BAILOUTS.— risdiction over the eligible entity certifies Sec. 503. Special Economic Freedom Zone (1) PROHIBITION OF FEDERAL ASSISTANCE.— that— visas. Notwithstanding any other provision of law, (I) the eligible entity is one of pervasive Sec. 504. Economic Freedom Zone edu- no Federal assistance may be provided to an poverty, unemployment, and general dis- cational savings accounts. eligible entity (other than the assistance tress; TITLE VI—COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE provided for in this division for an area that (II) the average rate of unemployment AND REBUILDING is designated as an Economic Free Zone). within such eligible entity during the most Sec. 601. Nonapplication of Davis-Bacon. (2) PROHIBITION OF FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO recent 3-month period for which data is Sec. 602. Economic Freedom Zone charitable BANKRUPT OR INSOLVENT ELIGIBLE ENTITIES.— available is at least 1.5 times the national tax credit. Except as provided in paragraph (1), the Fed- unemployment rate for the period involved;

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ZERO PERCENT CAPITAL GAINS Secretary determines that any requirement ‘‘(B) SPECIAL RULE FOR BUILDINGS WHICH RATE. under this division, including any require- ARE SUBSTANTIALLY IMPROVED.— ‘‘(a) EXCLUSION.—Gross income shall not ment under subsection (a)(2), has not been ‘‘(i) IN GENERAL.—The requirements of include qualified capital gain from the sale satisfied. or exchange of— clauses (i) and (ii) of subparagraph (A) shall SEC. 202. APPLICATION AND DURATION OF DES- ‘‘(1) any Economic Freedom Zone asset be treated as met with respect to— IGNATION. held for more than 5 years, or ‘‘(I) property which is substantially im- (a) APPLICATION.—The Secretary shall de- ‘‘(2) any real property located in an Eco- proved by the taxpayer before the date on velop procedures to enable an eligible entity nomic Freedom Zone. which such taxpayer no longer qualifies as to submit to the Secretary an application for ‘‘(b) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE ASSET.—For an Economic Freedom Zone business due to designation as an Economic Freedom Zone purposes of this section— the lapse of 1 or more Economic Freedom under this title. ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘Economic Zones, and (b) DURATION.—The designation by the Sec- Freedom Zone asset’ means— ‘‘(II) any land on which such property is lo- retary of an eligible entity as a Economic ‘‘(A) any Economic Freedom Zone business cated. Freedom Zone shall be for a period of 10 stock, ‘‘(ii) SUBSTANTIAL IMPROVEMENT.—For pur- years. ‘‘(B) any Economic Freedom Zone partner- poses of clause (i), property shall be treated TITLE III—FEDERAL TAX INCENTIVES ship interest, and as substantially improved by the taxpayer only if, during any 24-month period begin- SEC. 301. TAX INCENTIVES RELATED TO ECO- ‘‘(C) any Economic Freedom Zone business NOMIC FREEDOM ZONES. property. ning after the date on which the taxpayer (a) IN GENERAL.—Chapter 1 of the Internal ‘‘(2) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE BUSINESS qualifies as an Economic Freedom Zone busi- Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding STOCK.— ness additions to basis with respect to such at the end the following new subchapter: ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘Economic property in the hands of the taxpayer exceed Freedom Zone business stock’ means any the greater of— ‘‘Subchapter Z—Economic Freedom Zones stock in a domestic corporation if— ‘‘(I) an amount equal to the adjusted basis ‘‘PART I—TAX INCENTIVES ‘‘(i) such stock is acquired by the taxpayer, of such property at the beginning of such 24- ‘‘PART II—DEFINITIONS before the date on which such corporation no month period in the hands of the taxpayer, ‘‘PART I—TAX INCENTIVES longer qualifies as an Economic Freedom or ‘‘Sec. 1400V–1. Economic Freedom Zone indi- Zone business due to the lapse of 1 or more ‘‘(II) $5,000. vidual flat tax. Economic Freedom Zones, at its original ‘‘(5) TREATMENT OF ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE ‘‘Sec. 1400V–2. Economic Freedom Zone cor- issue (directly or through an underwriter) TERMINATION.—Except as otherwise provided porate flat tax. solely in exchange for cash, in this subsection, the termination of the ‘‘Sec. 1400V–3. Zero percent capital gains ‘‘(ii) as of the time such stock was issued, designation of the Economic Freedom Zone rate. such corporation was an Economic Freedom shall be disregarded for purposes of deter- ‘‘Sec. 1400V–4. Reduced payroll taxes. Zone business (or, in the case of a new cor- mining whether any property is an Economic ‘‘Sec. 1400V–5. Increase in expensing under poration, such corporation was being orga- Freedom Zone asset. section 179. nized for purposes of being an Economic ‘‘(6) TREATMENT OF SUBSEQUENT PUR- CHASERS ETC ‘‘SEC. 1400V–1. ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE INDI- Freedom Zone business), and , .—The term ‘Economic Freedom VIDUAL FLAT TAX. ‘‘(iii) during substantially all of the tax- Zone asset’ includes any property which ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—In the case of any indi- payer’s holding period for such stock, such would be an Economic Freedom Zone asset vidual whose principal residence (within the corporation qualified as an Economic Free- but for paragraph (2)(A)(i), (3)(A), or (4)(A)(i) meaning of section 121) is located in an Eco- dom Zone business. or (ii) in the hands of the taxpayer if such nomic Freedom Zone for the taxable year, in ‘‘(B) REDEMPTIONS.—A rule similar to the property was an Economic Freedom Zone lieu of the tax imposed by section 1, there rule of section 1202(c)(3) shall apply for pur- asset in the hands of a prior holder. shall be imposed a tax equal to 5 percent of poses of this paragraph. ‘‘(7) 5-YEAR SAFE HARBOR.—If any property the taxable income of such taxpayer. For ‘‘(3) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE PARTNERSHIP ceases to be an Economic Freedom Zone purposes of this title, the tax imposed by the INTEREST.—The term ‘Economic Freedom asset by reason of paragraph (2)(A)(iii), preceding sentence shall be treated as a tax Zone partnership interest’ means any capital (3)(C), or (4)(A)(iii) after the 5-year period be- imposed by section 1. or profits interest in a domestic partnership ginning on the date the taxpayer acquired ‘‘(b) JOINT RETURNS.—In the case of a joint if— such property, such property shall continue return under section 6013, subsection (a) ‘‘(A) such interest is acquired by the tax- to be treated as meeting the requirements of shall apply so long as either spouse has a payer, before the date on which such part- such paragraph; except that the amount of principal residence (within the meaning of nership no longer qualifies as an Economic gain to which subsection (a) applies on any section 121) in an Economic Freedom Zone Freedom Zone business due to the lapse of 1 sale or exchange of such property shall not for the taxable year. or more Economic Freedom Zones, from the exceed the amount which would be qualified ‘‘(c) ALTERNATIVE MINIMUM TAX NOT TO partnership solely in exchange for cash, capital gain had such property been sold on APPLY.—The tax imposed by section 55 shall ‘‘(B) as of the time such interest was ac- the date of such cessation. not apply to any taxpayer to whom sub- quired, such partnership was an Economic ‘‘(c) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE BUSINESS.— section (a) applies. Freedom Zone business (or, in the case of a For purposes of this section, the term ‘Eco- ‘‘SEC. 1400V–2. ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE COR- new partnership, such partnership was being nomic Freedom Zone business’ means any PORATE FLAT TAX. organized for purposes of being an Economic enterprise zone business (as defined in sec- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—In the case of any cor- Freedom Zone business), and tion 1397C), determined— poration located in an Economic Freedom ‘‘(C) during substantially all of the tax- ‘‘(1) after the application of section 1400(e), Zone for the taxable year, in lieu of the tax payer’s holding period for such interest, such ‘‘(2) by substituting ‘80 percent’ for ‘50 per- imposed by section 11, there shall be imposed partnership qualified as an Economic Free- cent’ in subsections (b)(2) and (c)(1) of sec- a tax equal to 5 percent of the taxable in- dom Zone business. tion 1397C, and come of such corporation. For purposes of A rule similar to the rule of paragraph (2)(B) ‘‘(3) by treating only areas that are Eco- this title, the tax imposed by the preceding shall apply for purposes of this paragraph. nomic Freedom Zones as an empowerment sentence shall be treated as a tax imposed by ‘‘(4) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE BUSINESS zone or enterprise community. section 11. PROPERTY.— ‘‘(d) OTHER DEFINITIONS AND SPECIAL ‘‘(b) LIMITATION.—Subsection (a) shall not ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘Economic RULES.—For purposes of this section— apply to any corporation for any taxable Freedom Zone business property’ means tan- ‘‘(1) QUALIFIED CAPITAL GAIN.—Except as year if the adjusted gross income of such cor- gible property if— otherwise provided in this subsection, the

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term ‘qualified capital gain’ means any gain ‘‘(C) LOCATION OF EMPLOYER.—For purposes ‘‘SEC. 1400V–6. ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE. recognized on the sale or exchange of— of this paragraph, the location of an em- ‘‘For purposes of this subchapter, the term ‘‘(A) a capital asset, or ployer shall be determined in the same man- ‘Economic Freedom Zone’ means any area ‘‘(B) property used in the trade or business ner as under section 1400V–2(c). which is an Economic Freedom Zone under (as defined in section 1231(b)). ‘‘(3) SELF-EMPLOYED INDIVIDUALS.—The rate title II of the Economic Freedom Zone Act.’’. ‘‘(2) CERTAIN GAIN NOT QUALIFIED.—The of tax under section 1401(a) shall be 8.40 per- (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of term ‘qualified capital gain’ shall not in- cent any taxable year in which such indi- subchapters for chapter 1 of such Code is clude any gain attributable to periods before vidual was located (determined under section amended by inserting after the item relating the date on which the a business qualifies as 1400V–2(c) as if such individual were a cor- to subchapter Y the following new item: an Economic Freedom Zone business or after poration) in an Economic Freedom Zone. ‘‘SUBCHAPTER Z—ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONES’’. the date that is 4 years after the date on ‘‘(b) TRANSFERS OF FUNDS.—- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments which such business no longer qualifies as an ‘‘(1) TRANSFERS TO FEDERAL OLD-AGE AND made by this section shall apply to taxable Economic Freedom Zone business due to the SURVIVORS INSURANCE TRUST FUND.—There years beginning after the date of the enact- lapse of 1 or more Economic Freedom Zones. are hereby appropriated to the Federal Old- ment of this Act. ‘‘(3) CERTAIN GAIN NOT QUALIFIED.—The Age and Survivors Trust Fund and the Fed- TITLE IV—FEDERAL REGULATORY term ‘qualified capital gain’ shall not in- eral Disability Insurance Trust Fund estab- REDUCTIONS clude any gain which would be treated as or- lished under section 201 of the Social Secu- SEC. 401. SUSPENSION OF CERTAIN LAWS AND dinary income under section 1245 or under rity Act (42 U.S.C. 401) amounts equal to the REGULATIONS. section 1250 if section 1250 applied to all de- reduction in revenues to the Treasury by (a) ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY.— preciation rather than the additional depre- reason of the application of subsection (a). For each area designated as an Economic ciation. Amounts appropriated by the preceding sen- Freedom Zone under this division, the Ad- ‘‘(4) INTANGIBLES NOT INTEGRAL PART OF tence shall be transferred from the general ministrator of the Environmental Protection ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE BUSINESS.—In the fund at such times and in such manner as to Agency shall not enforce, with respect to case of gain described in subsection (a)(1), replicate to the extent possible the transfers that Economic Freedom Zone, and the Eco- the term ‘qualified capital gain’ shall not in- which would have occurred to such Trust nomic Freedom Zone shall be exempt from clude any gain which is attributable to an Fund had such amendments not been en- compliance with— intangible asset which is not an integral part acted. (1) part D of the Clean Air Act (42 U.S.C. of an Economic Freedom Zone business. ‘‘(2) TRANSFERS TO SOCIAL SECURITY EQUIVA- 7501 et seq.) (including any regulations pro- ‘‘(5) RELATED PARTY TRANSACTIONS.—The LENT BENEFIT ACCOUNT.—There are hereby mulgated under that part); term ‘qualified capital gain’ shall not in- appropriated to the Social Security Equiva- (2) section 402 of the Federal Water Pollu- clude any gain attributable, directly or indi- lent Benefit Account established under sec- tion Control Act (33 U.S.C. 1342); rectly, in whole or in part, to a transaction tion 15A(a) of the Railroad Retirement Act (3) sections 139, 168, 169, 326, and 327 of title with a related person. For purposes of this of 1974 (45 U.S.C. 231n–1(a)) amounts equal to 23, United States Code; paragraph, persons are related to each other the reduction in revenues to the Treasury by (4) section 304 of title 49, United States if such persons are described in section 267(b) reason of the application of paragraphs (1) Code; and or 707(b)(1). and (2) of subsection (a). Amounts appro- (5) sections 1315 through 1320 of Public Law ‘‘(e) SALES AND EXCHANGES OF INTERESTS IN priated by the preceding sentence shall be 112–141 (126 Stat. 549). PARTNERSHIPS AND S CORPORATIONS WHICH transferred from the general fund at such (b) DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR.— ARE ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE BUSINESSES.— times and in such manner as to replicate to (1) WILD AND SCENIC RIVERS.—For each area In the case of the sale or exchange of an in- the extent possible the transfers which designated as an Economic Freedom Zone terest in a partnership, or of stock in an S would have occurred to such Account had under this division, the Secretary of the In- corporation, which was an Economic Free- such amendments not been enacted. terior shall not enforce, with respect to that dom Zone business during substantially all ‘‘(3) COORDINATION WITH OTHER FEDERAL Economic Freedom Zone, and the Economic of the period the taxpayer held such interest LAWS.—For purposes of applying any provi- Freedom Zone shall be exempt from compli- or stock, the amount of qualified capital sion of Federal law other than the provisions ance with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act (16 gain shall be determined without regard to— of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, the rate U.S.C. 1271 et seq.). ‘‘(1) any gain which is attributable to an of tax in effect under section 3101(a) shall be (2) NATIONAL HERITAGE AREAS.—For the pe- intangible asset which is not an integral part determined without regard to the reduction riod beginning on the date of enactment of of an Economic Freedom Zone business, and in such rate under this section. this Act and ending on the date on which an ‘‘(2) any gain attributable to periods before ‘‘SEC. 1400V–5. INCREASE IN EXPENSING UNDER area is removed from designation as an Eco- the date on which the a business qualifies as SECTION 179. nomic Freedom Zone, any National Heritage an Economic Freedom Zone business or after ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—In the case of an Eco- Area located within that Economic Freedom the date that is 4 years after the date on nomic Freedom Zone business, for purposes Zone shall not be considered to be a National which such business no longer qualifies as an of section 179— Heritage Area and any applicable Federal Economic Freedom Zone business due to the ‘‘(1) the limitation under section 179(b)(1) law (including regulations) relating to that lapse of 1 or more Economic Freedom Zones. shall be increased by the lesser of— National Heritage Area shall not apply. ‘‘SEC. 1400V–4. REDUCED PAYROLL TAXES. ‘‘(A) 200 percent of the amount in effect TITLE V—EDUCATIONAL ENHANCEMENTS ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.— under such section (determined without re- ‘‘(1) EMPLOYEES.—The rate of tax under gard to this section), or SEC. 501. EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY TAX CREDIT. 3101(a) (including for purposes of deter- ‘‘(B) the cost of section 179 property which (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart A of part IV of mining the applicable percentage under sec- is Economic Freedom Zone business property tions 3201(a) and 3211(a)(1)) shall be 4.2 per- subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal placed in service during the taxable year, Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by inserting cent for any remuneration received during and any period in which the individual’s prin- after section 25D the following new section: ‘‘(2) the amount taken into account under ‘‘SEC. 25E. CREDIT FOR QUALIFIED ELEMENTARY cipal residence (within the meaning of sec- section 179(b)(2) with respect to any section tion 121) is located in an Economic Freedom AND SECONDARY EDUCATION EX- 179 property which is Economic Freedom PENSES. Zone. Zone business property shall be 50 percent of ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—In the case of an indi- ‘‘(2) EMPLOYERS.— the cost thereof. vidual, there shall be allowed as a credit ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The rate of tax under ‘‘(b) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE BUSINESS against the tax imposed by this chapter for section 3111(a) (including for purposes of de- PROPERTY.—For purposes of this section, the the taxable year an amount equal to the termining the applicable percentage under term ‘Economic Freedom Zone business qualified elementary and secondary edu- sections 3221(a)) shall be 4.2 percent with re- property’ has the meaning given such term cation expenses of an eligible student. spect to remuneration paid for qualified under section 1400V–3(b)(4), except that for ‘‘(b) LIMITATION.—The amount taken into services during any period in which the em- purposes of subparagraph (A)(ii) thereof, if account under subsection (a) with respect to ployer is located in an Economic Freedom property is sold and leased back by the tax- any student for any taxable year shall not Zone. payer within 3 months after the date such exceed $5,000. ‘‘(B) QUALIFIED SERVICES.—For purposes of property was originally placed in service, ‘‘(c) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sec- this section, the term ‘qualified services’ such property shall be treated as originally tion— means services performed— placed in service not earlier than the date on ‘‘(1) QUALIFIED ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY ‘‘(i) in a trade or business of a qualified which such property is used under the lease- EDUCATION EXPENSES.—The term ‘qualified employer, or back. elementary and secondary education ex- ‘‘(ii) in the case of a qualified employer ex- ‘‘(c) RECAPTURE.—Rules similar to the penses’ has the meaning given such term empt from tax under section 501(a) of the In- rules under section 179(d)(10) shall apply with under section 530(b)(3). ternal Revenue Code of 1986, in furtherance respect to any qualified zone property which ‘‘(2) ELIGIBLE STUDENT.—The term ‘eligible of the activities related to the purpose or ceases to be used in an empowerment zone by student’ means any student who— function constituting the basis of the em- an enterprise zone business. ‘‘(A) is enrolled in, or attends, any public, ployer’s exemption under section 501 of such ‘‘PART II—DEFINITIONS private, or religious school (as defined in sec- Code. ‘‘Sec. 1400V–6. 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VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:43 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00077 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.067 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2060 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 13, 2016 ‘‘(B) whose principal residence (within the funds made available from the non-Federal more than 2 years unless the Secretary of meaning of section 123) is located in an Eco- resources for the education of pupils partici- Homeland Security has verified that the nomic Freedom Zone. pating in programs under this part, and not alien has complied with the requirements de- ‘‘(3) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE.—The term to supplant such funds.’’. scribed in subsection (c). ‘Economic Freedom Zone’ means any area (b) TABLE OF CONTENTS.—The table of con- (4) EDUCATION AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS.— which is an Economic Freedom Zone under tents in section 2 of the Elementary and Sec- An alien is not in compliance with sub- title II of the Economic Freedom Zone Act.’’. ondary Education Act of 1965 is amended by section (c)(3) unless the alien possesses— (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of inserting after the item relating to section (A) a bachelor’s degree (or its equivalent) sections for subpart A of part IV of sub- 1127 the following: or an advanced degree; chapter A of chapter 1 of such Code is ‘‘Sec. 1128. School choice through port- (B) a degree or specialty certification amended by inserting after the item relating ability.’’. that— to section 25D the following new item: SEC. 503. SPECIAL ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE (i) is required for the job the alien will be ‘‘Sec. 25E. Credit for qualified elementary VISAS. performing; and and secondary education ex- (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: (ii) is specific to an industry or job that is penses.’’. (1) ABANDONED; DILAPIDATED.—The terms so complex or unique that it can be per- (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ‘‘abandoned’’ and ‘‘dilapidated’’ shall be de- formed only by an individual with the spe- made by this section shall apply to expendi- fined by the States in accordance with the cialty certification; tures made in taxable years beginning after provisions of this division. (C)(i) the knowledge required to perform the date of the enactment of this Act. (2) FULL-TIME EMPLOYMENT.—The term the duties of the job the alien will be per- SEC. 502. SCHOOL CHOICE THROUGH PORT- ‘‘full-time employment’’ means employment forming; and ABILITY. in a position that requires at least 35 hours (ii) the nature of the specific duties is so (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart 2 of part A of of service per week at any time, regardless of specialized and complex that such knowledge title I of the Elementary and Secondary Edu- who fills the position. is usually associated with attainment of a cation Act of 1965 (20 U.S.C. 6331 et seq.) is (b) PURPOSE.—The purpose of this section bachelor’s or higher degree; or amended by adding at the end the following: is to facilitate increased investment and en- (D) a skill or talent that would benefit the ‘‘SEC. 1128. SCHOOL CHOICE THROUGH PORT- hanced human capital in Economic Freedom Economic Freedom Zone. ABILITY. Zones through the issuance of special re- (f) ADDITIONAL PROVISIONS.— ‘‘(a) AUTHORIZATION.— gional visas. (1) GEOGRAPHIC LIMITATION.—An alien who ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding sec- (c) AUTHORIZATION.—The Secretary of has been issued a visa under this section is tions 1124, 1124A, and 1125 and any other pro- Homeland Security, in collaboration with not permitted to live or work outside of an vision of law, and to the extent permitted the Secretary of Labor, may issue Special Economic Freedom Zone. under State law, a State educational agency Economic Freedom Zone Visas, in a number (2) RESCISSION.—A visa issued under this may allocate grant funds under this subpart determined by the Governor of each State, in section shall be rescinded if the visa holder among the local educational agencies in the consultation with local officials in regions resides or works outside of an Economic State based on the formula described in designated by the Secretary of Treasury as Freedom Zone or otherwise fails to comply paragraph (2). Economic Freedom Zones, to authorize with the provisions of this section. ‘‘(2) FORMULA.—A State educational agen- qualified aliens to enter the United States (3) OTHER VISAS.—An alien who has been cy may allocate grant funds under this sub- for the purpose of— issued a visa under this section may apply part for a fiscal year among the local edu- (1) engaging in a new commercial enter- for any other visa for which the alien is eli- cational agencies in the State in proportion prise (including a limited partnership)— gible in order to pursue employment outside to the number of eligible children enrolled in (A) in which such alien has invested, or is of an Economic Freedom Zone. public schools served by the local edu- actively in the process of investing, capital (g) ADJUSTMENT OF STATUS.—The Sec- cational agency and enrolled in State-ac- in an amount not less than the amount spec- retary of Homeland Security may adjust the credited private schools within the local edu- ified in subsection (d); and status of an alien who has been issued a visa cational agency’s geographic jurisdiction, (B) which will benefit the region des- under this section to that of an alien law- for the most recent fiscal year for which sat- ignated as an Economic Freedom Zone by fully admitted for permanent residence, isfactory data are available, compared to the creating full-time employment of not fewer without numerical limitation, if the alien— number of such children in all such local than 5 United States citizens, aliens lawfully (1) has fully complied with the require- educational agencies for that fiscal year. admitted for permanent residence, or other ments set forth in this section for at least 5 ‘‘(b) ELIGIBLE CHILD.— immigrants lawfully authorized to be em- years; ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In this section, the term ployed in the United States (excluding the (2) submits a completed application to the ‘eligible child’ means a child— alien and the alien’s immediate family); Secretary; and ‘‘(A) from a family with an income below (2) engaging in the purchase and renova- (3) is not inadmissible to the United States the poverty level, on the basis of the most tion of dilapidated or abandoned properties based on any of the factors set forth in sec- recent satisfactory data published by the De- or residences (as determined by State and tion 212(a) of the Immigration and Nation- partment of Commerce; and local officials) in which such alien has in- ality Act (8 U.S.C. 1182(a)). ‘‘(B) who resides in an Economic Freedom vested, or is actively in the process of invest- Zone as designated under title II of the Eco- ing, in the ownership of such properties or SEC. 504. ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE EDU- nomic Freedom Zones Act of 2016 . residences; or CATIONAL SAVINGS ACCOUNTS. ‘‘(2) CRITERIA OF POVERTY.—In determining (3) residing and working in an Economic (a) IN GENERAL.—Part VIII of subchapter F the families with incomes below the poverty Freedom Zone. of chapter 1 of the Internal Revenue Code of level for the purposes of paragraph (2), a (d) EFFECTIVE PERIOD.—A visa issued to an 1986 is amended by adding at the end the fol- State educational agency shall use the cri- alien under this section shall expire on the lowing new section: teria of poverty used by the Census Bureau later of— ‘‘SEC. 530A. ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE EDU- in compiling the most recent decennial cen- (1) the date on which the relevant Eco- CATIONAL SAVINGS ACCOUNTS. sus. nomic Freedom Zone loses such designation; ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in ‘‘(3) IDENTIFICATION OF ELIGIBLE CHIL- or this section, an Economic Freedom Zone DREN.—On an annual basis, on a date to be (2) the date that is 5 years after the date on educational savings account shall be treated determined by the State educational agency, which such visa was issued to such alien. for purposes of this title in the same manner each local educational agency that receives (e) CAPITAL AND EDUCATIONAL REQUIRE- as a Coverdell education savings account. grant funding in accordance with subsection MENTS.— ‘‘(b) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sec- (a) shall inform the State educational agen- (1) NEW COMMERCIAL ENTERPRISES.—Except tion— cy of the number of eligible children enrolled as otherwise provided under this section, the ‘‘(1) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE EDUCATIONAL in public schools served by the local edu- minimum amount of capital required to SAVINGS ACCOUNT.—The term ‘Economic cational agency and enrolled in State-ac- comply with subsection (c)(1)(A) shall be Freedom Zone educational savings account’ credited private schools within the local edu- $50,000. means a trust created or organized in the cational agency’s geographic jurisdiction. (2) RENOVATION OF DILAPIDATED OR ABAN- United States exclusively for the purpose of ‘‘(c) DISTRIBUTION TO SCHOOLS.—Each local DONED PROPERTIES.—An alien is not in com- paying the qualified education expenses (as educational agency that receives grant fund- pliance with subsection (c)(2) unless the defined in section 530(b)(2)) of an individual ing under subsection (a) shall distribute such alien— who is the designated beneficiary of the funds to the public schools served by the (A) purchases a dilapidated or abandoned trust (and designated as an Economic Free- local educational agency and State-accred- property in an Economic Freedom Zone; and dom Zone educational saving account at the ited private schools with the local edu- (B) not later than 18 months after such time created or organized) and who is a cational agency’s geographic jurisdiction— purchase, invests not less than $25,000 to re- qualified individual at the time such trust is ‘‘(1) based on the number of eligible chil- build, rehabilitate, or repurpose the prop- established, but only if the written gov- dren enrolled in such schools; and erty. erning instrument creating the trust meets ‘‘(2) in the manner that would, in the ab- (3) VERIFICATION.—A visa issued under sub- the following requirements: sence of such Federal funds, supplement the section (c) shall not remain in effect for ‘‘(A) No contribution will be accepted—

VerDate Sep 11 2014 03:43 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00078 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.067 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S2061 ‘‘(i) unless it is in cash, Any amount allowable as a credit under this (B) restructure and renegotiate any public ‘‘(ii) after the date on which such bene- subsection shall be treated as a credit al- pension fund that is deemed to be insolvent ficiary attains age 25, or lowed under subpart A of part IV of sub- or underfunded, including adopting defined ‘‘(iii) except in the case of rollover con- chapter A for purposes of this title. contribution retirement systems. tributions, if such contribution would result ‘‘(2) AMOUNT ATTRIBUTABLE TO ECONOMIC (2) TAXES.—State and local governments in aggregate contributions for the taxable FREEDOM ZONE CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS.— should reduce jurisdictional tax rates below year exceeding $10,000. For purposes of paragraph (1)— the national average in order to help facili- ‘‘(B) No contribution shall be accepted at ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—In any case in which the tate capital investment and economic any time in which the designated beneficiary total charitable contributions of a taxpayer growth, particularly in combination with the is not a qualified individual. for a taxable year exceed the contribution provisions of this division. ‘‘(C) The trust meets the requirements of base, the amount of Economic Freedom Zone (3) EDUCATION.—State and local govern- subparagraphs (B), (C), (D), and (E) of section charitable contributions taken into account ments should adopt school choice options to 530(b)(1). under paragraph (1) shall be the amount provide children and parents more edu- The age limitations in subparagraphs (A)(ii), which bears the same ratio to the total char- cational choices, particularly in impover- subparagraph (E) of section 530(b)(1), and itable contributions made by the taxpayer ished areas. paragraphs (5) and (6) of section 530(d), shall during such taxable year as the amount of (4) COMMUNITIES.—State and local govern- not apply to any designated beneficiary with the deduction allowed under subsection (a) ments should adopt right-to-work laws to special needs (as determined under regula- (determined without regard to this sub- allow more competitiveness and more flexi- tions prescribed by the Secretary). section and after application of subsection bility for businesses to expand. ‘‘(2) QUALIFIED INDIVIDUAL.—The term (b)) bears to the total charitable contribu- (5) REGULATIONS.—State and local govern- ‘qualified individual’ means any individual tions made by the taxpayer for such taxable ments should streamline the regulatory bur- whose principal residence (within the mean- year. den on families and businesses, including ing of section 121) is located in an Economic ‘‘(B) CARRYOVERS.—In the case of any con- streamlining the opportunities for occupa- Freedom Zone (as defined in section 1400V–6). tribution carried from a preceding taxable tional licensing. ‘‘(c) DEDUCTION FOR CONTRIBUTIONS.— year under subsection (d), such amount shall (6) ABANDONED STRUCTURES.—State and ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—There shall be allowed as be treated as attributable to an Economic local governments should consider the fol- a deduction under part VII of subchapter B Freedom Zone charitable contribution in the lowing options to reduce or fix areas with of this chapter an amount equal to the ag- amount that bears the same ratio to the abandoned properties or residences: gregate amount of contributions made by total amount carried from preceding taxable (A) In the case of foreclosures, tax notifica- the taxpayer to any Economic Freedom Zone years under subsection (d) as the amount of tions should be sent to both the lien holder educational savings account during the tax- Economic Freedom Zone charitable con- (if different than the homeowner) and the able year. tributions not allowed as a deduction under homeowner. ‘‘(2) LIMITATION.—The amount of the de- subsection (a) (other than by reason of this (B) Where State constitutions permit, duction allowed under paragraph (1) for any subsection) for the preceding 5 taxable year property tax abatement or credits should be taxpayer for any taxable year shall not ex- bears to total amount carried from preceding provided for individuals who purchase or in- ceed $40,000. taxable years under subsection (d). vest in abandoned or dilapidated properties. ‘‘(3) NO DEDUCTION FOR ROLLOVER CONTRIBU- ‘‘(3) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE CHARITABLE (C) Non-profit or charity demolition enti- TIONS.—No deduction shall be allowed under CONTRIBUTION.—The term ‘Economic Free- ties should be permitted or encouraged to paragraph (1) for any rollover contribution dom Zone charitable contribution’ means help remove abandoned properties. described in section 530(d)(5). any contribution to a corporation, trust, or (D) Government or municipality fees and ‘‘(d) OTHER RULES.— community chest fund, or foundation de- penalties should be limited, and be propor- ‘‘(1) NO INCOME LIMIT.—In the case of an scribed in subsection (c)(2), but only if— tional to the outstanding tax amount and Economic Freedom Zone educational savings ‘‘(A) such entity is created or organized ex- the ability to pay. account, subsection (c) of section 530 shall clusively for— (E) The sale of tax liens to third parties not apply. ‘‘(i) religious purposes, should be reviewed, and where available, ‘‘(2) CHANGE IN BENEFICIARIES.—Notwith- ‘‘(ii) educational purposes, or should prohibit the selling of tax liens below standing paragraph (6) of section 530(b), a ‘‘(iii) any of the following charitable pur- a certain threshold (for example the prohibi- change in the beneficiary of an Economic poses: providing educational scholarships, tion of the sale of tax liens to third parties Freedom Zone education savings account providing shelters for homeless individuals, under $1,000). shall be treated as a distribution unless the or setting up or maintaining food banks, new beneficiary is a qualified individual.’’. ‘‘(B) the primary mission of such entity is SA 3788. Mr. INHOFE (for Mr. CASEY) (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of serving individuals in an Economic Freedom proposed an amendment to the bill sections for part VIII of subchapter F of Zone, H.R. 1493, to protect and preserve inter- chapter 1 of such Code is amended by adding ‘‘(C) the entity maintains accountability national cultural property at risk due at the end the following new item: to residents of such Economic Freedom Zone to political instability, armed conflict, through their representation on any gov- ‘‘Sec. 530A. Economic Freedom Zone edu- or natural or other disasters, and for cational savings accounts.’’. erning board of the entity or any advisory other purposes; as follows: TITLE VI—COMMUNITY ASSISTANCE AND board to the entity, and REBUILDING ‘‘(D) the entity is certified by the Sec- On page 19, line 16, strike ‘‘and advance’’. retary for purposes of this subsection. On page 20, line 6, insert after ‘‘research in- SEC. 601. NONAPPLICATION OF DAVIS-BACON. stitutions’’ the following: ‘‘, and participants The wage rate requirements of subchapter Such term shall not include any contribu- in the international art and cultural prop- IV of chapter 31 of title 40, United States tion made to an entity described in the pre- erty market’’. Code (commonly referred to as the ‘‘Davis- ceding sentence after the date in which the On page 20, line 8, strike ‘‘and advance’’. Bacon Act’’), shall not apply with respect to designation of the Economic Freedom Zone On page 22, line 9, insert after ‘‘2602)’’ the any area designated as an Economic Free- serviced by such entity lapses. following: ‘‘, including the requirements dom Zone under this division. ‘‘(4) ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE.—The term ‘Economic Freedom Zone’ means any area under subsection (a)(3) of that section’’. SEC. 602. ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE CHARI- On page 26, line 25, strike ‘‘and’’. TABLE TAX CREDIT. which is an Economic Freedom Zone under On page 27, between lines 4 and 5, insert (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 170 is amended by title II of the Economic Freedom Zone Act.’’. redesignating subsection (p) as subsection (q) (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments the following: and by inserting after subsection (o) the fol- made by this section shall apply to taxable (E) actions undertaken to promote the le- lowing new subsection: years beginning after the date of the enact- gitimate commercial and non-commercial ‘‘(o) ELECTION TO TREAT CONTRIBUTIONS ment of this Act. exchange and movement of cultural prop- FOR ECONOMIC FREEDOM ZONE CHARITIES AS A TITLE VII—STATE AND COMMUNITY erty; and CREDIT.— POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS f ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—In the case of an indi- SEC. 701. SENSE OF THE SENATE CONCERNING AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO vidual, at the election of the taxpayer, so POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS. much of the deduction allowed under sub- It is the sense of the Senate that State and MEET section (a) (determined without regard to local governments should review and adopt COMMITTEE ON ENVIRONMENT AND PUBLIC this subsection) which is attributable to Eco- the following policy recommendations: WORKS nomic Freedom Zone charitable contribu- (1) PENSION REFORM.—State and local gov- Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I tions— ernments should— ask unanimous consent that the Com- ‘‘(A) shall be allowed as a credit against (A) implement reforms to address any fis- the tax imposed by this chapter for the tax- cal shortfall in public pension funding, in- mittee on Environment and Public able year, and cluding utilizing accrual accounting meth- Works be authorized to meet during ‘‘(B) shall not be allowed as a deduction for ods, such as those reforms undertaken by the the session of the Senate on April 13, such taxable year under subsection (a). private sector pension funds; and 2016, at 9:30 a.m., in room SD–406 of the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 04:56 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00079 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP6.067 S13APPT1 rfrederick on DSK6VPTVN1PROD with SENATE S2062 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 13, 2016 Dirksen Senate Office Building, to con- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without of the Convention on Cultural Property Imple- duct a hearing entitled, ‘‘Examining objection, it is so ordered. mentation Act (19 U.S.C. 2603) to impose import the Role of Environmental Policies on f restrictions set forth in section 307 of that Act Access to Energy and Economic Oppor- (19 U.S.C. 2606) with respect to any archae- PRIVILEGES OF THE FLOOR ological or ethnological material of Syria— tunity.’’ Mr. ROUNDS. Mr. President, I ask (1) not later than 90 days after the date of the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without enactment of this Act; objection, it is so ordered. unanimous consent that LCDR Erik Phelps, a Navy legislative fellow in my (2) without regard to whether Syria is a State COMMITTEE ON FOREIGN RELATIONS Party (as defined in section 302 of that Act (19 Ms. MURKOWSKI. Dear Mr. Presi- office, be granted floor privileges for U.S.C. 2601)); and dent, I ask unanimous consent that the the remainder of the 114th Congress. (3) notwithstanding— Committee on Foreign Relations be au- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (A) the requirement of subsection (b) of sec- thorized to meet during the session of objection, it is so ordered. tion 304 of that Act (19 U.S.C. 2603(b)) that an Mr. COONS. Mr. President, I ask the Senate on April 13, 2016, at 2:15 emergency condition (as defined in subsection unanimous consent that Dan Pedraza (a) of that section) applies; and p.m., to conduct a hearing entitled ‘‘Do of my staff be granted floor privileges (B) the limitations under subsection (c) of that No Harm: Ending Sexual Abuse in for the duration of today’s session. section. United Nations Peacekeeping.’’ (b) ANNUAL DETERMINATION REGARDING CER- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. TIFICATION.— objection, it is so ordered. (1) DETERMINATION.— f COMMITTEE ON HOMELAND SECURITY AND (A) IN GENERAL.—The President shall, not less GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS PROTECT AND PRESERVE INTER- often than annually, determine whether at least Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I NATIONAL CULTURAL PROPERTY 1 of the conditions specified in subparagraph ask unanimous consent that the Com- ACT (B) is met, and shall notify the appropriate con- gressional committees of such determination. mittee on Homeland Security and Gov- Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask (B) CONDITIONS.—The conditions referred to ernmental Affairs be authorized to unanimous consent that the Senate in subparagraph (A) are the following: meet during the session of the Senate proceed to the immediate consider- (i) The Government of Syria is incapable, at on April 13, 2016, at 9:30 a.m., to con- ation of Calendar No. 360, H.R. 1493. the time a determination under such subpara- duct a hearing entitled ‘‘America’s In- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The graph is made, of fulfilling the requirements to satiable Demand for Drugs.’’ clerk will report the bill by title. request an agreement under section 303 of the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The senior assistant legislative clerk Convention on Cultural Property Implementa- objection, it is so ordered. tion Act (19 U.S.C. 2602). read as follows: (ii) It would be against the United States na- COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS A bill (H.R. 1493) to protect and preserve tional interest to enter into such an agreement. Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I international cultural property at risk due (2) TERMINATION OF RESTRICTIONS.— ask unanimous consent that the Com- to political instability, armed conflict, or (A) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in sub- mittee on Indian Affairs be authorized natural or other disasters, and for other pur- paragraph (B), the import restrictions referred to meet during the session of the Sen- poses. to in subsection (a) shall terminate on the date ate on April 13, 2016, in room SD–628 of There being no objection, the Senate that is 5 years after the date on which the Presi- the Dirksen Senate Office Building, at proceeded to consider the bill, which dent determines that neither of the conditions 2:15 p.m. had been reported from the Committee specified in paragraph (1)(B) are met. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without on Foreign Relations, with an amend- (B) REQUEST FOR TERMINATION.—If Syria re- quests to enter into an agreement with the objection, it is so ordered. ment to strike all after the enacting United States pursuant to section 303 of the COMMITTEE ON THE JUDICIARY clause and insert in lieu thereof the Convention on Cultural Property Implementa- Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I following: tion Act (19 U.S.C. 2602) on or after the date on ask unanimous consent that the Com- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. which the President determines that neither of mittee on the Judiciary be authorized This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Protect and the conditions specified in paragraph (1)(B) are to meet during the session of the Sen- Preserve International Cultural Property Act’’. met, the import restrictions referred to in sub- ate on April 13, 2016, at 10 a.m., in room SEC. 2. SENSE OF CONGRESS. section (a) shall terminate on the earlier of— SD–226 of the Dirksen Senate Office It is the sense of Congress that the President (i) the date that is 3 years after the date on Building, to conduct a hearing entitled, should establish an interagency coordinating which Syria makes such a request; or committee to coordinate and advance the efforts (ii) the date on which the United States and ‘‘The Distortion of EBG–5 Targeted Syria enter into such an agreement. Employment Areas: Time to End the of the executive branch to protect and preserve international cultural property at risk from po- (c) WAIVER.— (1) IN GENERAL.—The President may waive the Abuse.’’ litical instability, armed conflict, or natural or import restrictions referred to in subsection (a) The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without other disasters. Such committee should— objection, it is so ordered. (1) be chaired by a Department of State em- for specified archaeological and ethnological JOINT CONGRESSIONAL COMMITTEE ON ployee of Assistant Secretary rank or higher, material of Syria if the President certifies to the INAUGURAL CEREMONIES concurrent with that employee’s other duties; appropriate congressional committees that the Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I (2) include representatives of the Smithsonian conditions described in paragraph (2) are met. ask unanimous consent that the Com- Institution and Federal agencies with responsi- (2) CONDITIONS.—The conditions referred to in bility for the preservation and protection of paragraph (1) are the following: mittee on Inaugural Ceremonies be au- (A)(i) The owner or lawful custodian of the thorized to meet during the session of international cultural property; (3) consult with governmental and nongovern- specified archaeological or ethnological material the Senate on April 13, 2016, at 2:15 mental organizations, including the United of Syria has requested that such material be p.m., in room S–219 of the Capitol. States Committee of the Blue Shield, museums, temporarily located in the United States for pro- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without educational institutions, and research institu- tection purposes; or objection, it is so ordered. tions on efforts to protect and preserve inter- (ii) if no owner or lawful custodian can rea- SUBCOMMITTEE ON SEAPOWER national cultural property; sonably be identified, the President determines Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I (4) coordinate and advance core United States that, for purposes of protecting and preserving ask unanimous consent that the Sub- interests in— such material, the material should be tempo- rarily located in the United States. committee on Seapower of the Com- (A) protecting and preserving international cultural property; (B) Such material shall be returned to the mittee on Armed Services be author- (B) preventing and disrupting looting and ille- owner or lawful custodian when requested by ized to meet during the session of the gal trade and trafficking in international cul- such owner or lawful custodian. Senate on April 13, 2016, at 2 p.m. tural property, particularly exchanges that pro- (C) There is no credible evidence that granting The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without vide revenue to terrorist and criminal organiza- a waiver under this subsection will contribute to objection, it is so ordered. tions; illegal trafficking in archaeological or ethno- SUBCOMMITTEE ON STRATEGIC FORCES (C) protecting sites of cultural and archae- logical material of Syria or financing of criminal Ms. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I ological significance; and or terrorist activities. ask unanimous consent that the Sub- (D) providing for the lawful exchange of (3) ACTION.—If the President grants a waiver international cultural property. under this subsection, the specified archae- committee on Strategic Forces of the SEC. 3. EMERGENCY PROTECTION FOR SYRIAN ological or ethnological material of Syria that is Committee on Armed Services be au- CULTURAL PROPERTY. the subject of such waiver shall be placed in the thorized to meet during the session of (a) IN GENERAL.—The President shall exercise temporary custody of the United States Govern- the Senate on April 13, 2016, at 2:30 p.m. the authority of the President under section 304 ment or in the temporary custody of a cultural

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Whereas the first United States National Ac- under this section shall have immunity from sei- On page 27, between lines 4 and 5, insert tion Plan on Women, Peace, and Security states zure under Public Law 89–259 (22 U.S.C. 2459). the following: that, ‘‘Deadly conflicts can be more effectively All provisions of Public Law 89–259 shall apply (E) actions undertaken to promote the le- avoided, and peace can be best forged and sus- to such material as if immunity from seizure had gitimate commercial and non-commercial tained, when women become equal partners in been granted under that Public Law. exchange and movement of cultural prop- all aspects of peace-building and conflict pre- (d) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: erty; and vention, when their lives are protected, their ex- (1) APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL COMMIT- The committee-reported amendment periences considered, and their voices heard.’’; TEES.—The term ‘‘appropriate congressional in the nature of a substitute, as amend- Whereas there are 58 national action plans committees’’ means— ed, was agreed to. around the world, and there are 15 national ac- (A) the Committee on Foreign Relations and tion plans known to be in development; The amendment was ordered to be the Committee on Finance of the Senate; and Whereas at the White House Summit on Coun- (B) the Committee on Foreign Affairs and the engrossed, and the bill to be read a tering Violent Extremism in February 2015, lead- Committee on Ways and Means of the House of third time. ers from more than 60 countries, multilateral Representatives. The bill was read the third time. bodies, civil society, and private sector organiza- (2) ARCHAEOLOGICAL OR ETHNOLOGICAL MATE- The bill (H.R. 1493), as amended, was tions agreed to a comprehensive action agenda RIAL OF SYRIA.—The term ‘‘archaeological or passed. against violent extremism that— ethnological material of Syria’’ means cultural f (1) highlights the importance of the inclusion property (as defined in section 302 of the Con- of women in countering the threat of violent ex- vention on Cultural Property Implementation SUPPORTING THE GOALS OF tremism; and Act (19 U.S.C. 2601)) that is unlawfully removed INTERNATIONAL WOMEN’S DAY (2) notes that ‘‘women are partners in preven- from Syria on or after March 15, 2011. Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask tion and response, as well as agents of change’’; SEC. 4. REPORT. Whereas women remain underrepresented in Not later than 1 year after the date of the en- unanimous consent that the Senate conflict prevention and conflict resolution ef- actment of this Act, and annually thereafter for proceed to the immediate consider- forts, despite the proven success of women in the next 6 years, the President shall submit to ation of Calendar No. 401, S. Res. 388. conflict-affected regions in— the appropriate congressional committees a re- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The (1) moderating violent extremism; port on the efforts of the executive branch, dur- clerk will report the resolution by (2) countering terrorism; ing the 12-month period preceding the submis- title. (3) resolving disputes through nonviolent me- sion of the report, to protect and preserve inter- The senior assistant legislative clerk diation and negotiation; and national cultural property, including— read as follows: (4) stabilizing societies by improving access to (1) whether an interagency coordinating com- peace and security— mittee as described in section 2 has been estab- A resolution (S. Res. 388) supporting the (A) services; lished and, if such a committee has been estab- goals of International Women’s Day. (B) institutions; and lished, a description of the activities undertaken There being no objection, the Senate (C) venues for decisionmaking; by such committee, including a list of the enti- proceeded to consider the resolution, Whereas according to the United Nations, ties participating in such activities; which had been reported from the Com- peace negotiations are more likely to end in a (2) a description of measures undertaken pur- mittee on Foreign Relations, with an peace agreement when women’s groups play an suant to relevant statutes, including— amendment and an amendment to the influential role in the negotiation process; (A) actions to implement and enforce section 3 Whereas according to a study by the Inter- of this Act and section 3002 of the Emergency preamble, as follows: national Peace Institute, a peace agreement is Protection for Iraqi Cultural Antiquities Act of (Strike out all after the resolving 35 percent more likely to last at least 15 years if 2004 (Public Law 108–429; 118 Stat. 2599), includ- clause and insert the part printed in women participate in the development of the ing measures to dismantle international net- italic.) peace agreement; works that traffic illegally in cultural property; (Strike the preamble and insert the Whereas according to the Bureau of Inter- (B) a description of any requests for a waiver part printed in italic.) national Narcotics and Law Enforcement Af- under section 3(c) of this Act and, for each such Whereas, in March 2016, there are more than fairs of the Department of State, the full and request, whether a waiver was granted; 3,640,000,000 women in the world; meaningful participation of women in security (C) a list of the statutes and regulations em- Whereas women around the world— forces vastly enhances the effectiveness of the ployed in criminal, civil, and civil forfeiture ac- (1) have fundamental rights; security forces; tions to prevent illegal trade and trafficking in (2) participate in the political, social, and eco- Whereas, on August 30, 2015, the Secretary of cultural property; and nomic lives of their communities; State and the Secretary of State for Foreign and (D) actions undertaken to ensure the con- (3) play a critical role in providing and caring Commonwealth Affairs of the United Kingdom sistent and effective application of law in cases for their families; highlighted, ‘‘our goal must be to build societies relating to illegal trade and trafficking in cul- (4) contribute substantially to economic in which sexual violence is treated—legally and tural property; and growth and the prevention and resolution of by every institution of authority—as the serious (3) actions undertaken in fulfillment of inter- conflict; and and wholly intolerable crime that it is. We have national agreements on cultural property pro- (5) as farmers and caregivers, play an impor- seen global campaigns and calls to action draw tection, including the Convention for the Pro- tant role in the advancement of food security for attention to this issue and mobilize governments tection of Cultural Property in the Event of their communities; and organizations to act. But transformation re- Armed Conflict, done at The Hague May 14, Whereas the advancement of women around quires the active participation of men and 1954. the world is a foreign policy priority for the women everywhere. We must settle for nothing Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I further United States; less than a united world saying no to sexual vi- ask unanimous consent that the Casey Whereas, on July 28, 2015, in Mandela Hall at olence and yes to justice, fairness and peace.’’; amendment be agreed to; the com- the African Union in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, Whereas according to the United Nations mittee-reported amendment, as amend- the President told individuals in Africa— Children’s Emergency Fund (referred to in this ed, be agreed to; the bill, as amended, (1) ‘‘if you want your country to grow and preamble as ‘‘UNICEF’’), in 2014— succeed, you have to empower your women. And (1) 700,000,000 women or girls had been mar- be read a third time and passed; and if you want to empower more women, America ried before the age of 18; and the motion to reconsider be considered will be your partner’’; and (2) 250,000,000 women or girls had been mar- made and laid upon the table, with no (2) ‘‘girls cannot go to school and grow up not ried before the age of 15; intervening action or debate. knowing how to read or write—that denies the Whereas, on October 11, 2013, the President The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without world future women engineers, future women strongly condemned the practice of child mar- objection, it is so ordered. doctors, future women business owners, future riage; The amendment (No. 3788) was agreed women presidents—that sets us all back’’; Whereas according to UNICEF— th 1 to, as follows: Whereas 2015 marked the 20 anniversary of (1) approximately ⁄4 of girls between the ages the Fourth World Conference on Women, where of 15 and 19 are victims of physical violence; (Purpose: To improve the bill) 189 countries committed to integrating gender and On page 19, line 16, strike ‘‘and advance’’. equality into each dimension of society; (2) it is estimated that 1 in 3 women around On page 20, line 6, insert after ‘‘research in- Whereas 2016 will mark the 5-year anniver- the world has experienced some form of physical stitutions’’ the following: ‘‘, and participants sary of the establishment of the first United or sexual violence;

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Res. 388), as (1) adult women account for between 55 and and ending in 2015, global maternal mortality 60 percent of all known trafficking victims decreased by approximately 44 percent, but ap- amended, was agreed to. worldwide; and proximately 830 women die from preventable The committee-reported amendment (2) adult women and girls account for ap- causes relating to pregnancy or childbirth each to the preamble in the nature of a sub- proximately 75 percent of all known trafficking day, and 99 percent of all maternal deaths occur stitute was agreed to. victims worldwide; in developing countries; The preamble, as amended, was Whereas women in conflict zones are subjected Whereas according to the World Health Orga- agreed to. to physical or sexual violence, including rape, nization— other forms of sexual violence, and human traf- (1) suicide is the leading cause of death for f ficking; girls between the ages of 15 and 19; and RESOLUTIONS SUBMITTED TODAY Whereas 603,000,000 women live in countries in (2) complications from pregnancy or childbirth which domestic violence is not criminalized; is the second-leading cause of death for those Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask Whereas, on August 10, 2012, the President girls; unanimous consent that the Senate announced the United States Strategy to Pre- Whereas the Office of the United Nations now proceed to the en bloc consider- vent and Respond to Gender-Based Violence High Commissioner for Refugees reports that ap- ation of the following Senate resolu- Globally, the first interagency strategy to ad- proximately 1⁄2 of— tions which were submitted earlier dress gender-based violence around the world; (1) refugees and internally displaced or state- today: S. Res. 419, S. Res. 420, S. Res. Whereas, in December 2015, the Department of less individuals are women; and State released a report on the implementation of (2) the 59,500,000 displaced individuals in the 421, S. Res. 422, S. Res. 423, and S. Res. the United States Strategy to Prevent and Re- world are women; 424. spond to Gender-Based Violence Globally that Whereas it is imperative— The PRESIDING OFFICER. The states, ‘‘Addressing GBV is intimately tied to a (1) to alleviate violence and discrimination clerk will report the resolutions by range of global efforts that address gender against women; and title. equality and women’s and girls’ empowerment, (2) to afford women every opportunity to be The senior assistant legislative clerk full and productive members of their commu- whether in peacetime or in the midst of conflict. read as follows: This includes addressing GBV as part of efforts nities; to raise the status of adolescent girls and Whereas, on October 10, 2014, Malala A resolution (S. Res. 419) congratulating through women’s economic empowerment activi- Yousafzai became the youngest ever Nobel Peace the University of North Dakota men’s hock- ties.’’; Prize laureate for her work promoting the access ey team for winning the 2016 National Colle- Whereas the ability of women and girls to re- of girls to education; and giate Athletic Association division I men’s alize their full potential is critical to the ability Whereas March 8, 2016, is recognized as Inter- hockey championship. of a country to achieve— national Women’s Day, a global day— A resolution (S. Res. 420) congratulating (1) strong and lasting economic growth; and (1) to celebrate the economic, political, and so- the 2016 national champion Augustana Vi- (2) political and social stability; cial achievements of women in the past, present, kings for their win in the 2016 National Col- Whereas according to the United Nations and future; and legiate Athletic Association Division II Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organiza- (2) to recognize the obstacles that women face Men’s Basketball Tournament. tion, 2⁄3 of the 775,000,000 illiterate individuals in in the struggle for equal rights and opportuni- A resolution (S. Res. 421) congratulating the world are female; ties: Now, therefore, be it the University of Connecticut Women’s Bas- Whereas according to the World Bank Group, Resolved, That the Senate— ketball Team for winning the 2016 National 150,000,000 children currently enrolled in school (1) supports the goals of International Wom- Collegiate Athletic Association Division I will drop out before completing primary school, en’s Day; title. not less than 100,000,000 of whom are girls; (2) recognizes that the empowerment of women A resolution (S. Res. 422) supporting the Whereas according to the United States Agen- is inextricably linked to the potential of a coun- mission and goals of 2016 ‘‘National Crime cy for International Development, in compari- try to generate— Victims’ Rights Week,’’ which include in- son with uneducated women, educated women (A) economic growth; creasing public awareness of the rights, are— (B) sustainable democracy; and needs, concerns of, and services available to (1) less likely to marry as children; and (C) inclusive security; assist victims and survivors of crime in the (2) more likely to have healthier families; (3) recognizes and honors individuals in the United States. Whereas the goal of the United Nations Mil- United States and around the world, including A resolution (S. Res. 423) congratulating lennium Project to eliminate gender disparity in women human rights defenders and civil society the University of Minnesota Women’s Ice primary education was reached in most coun- leaders, that have worked throughout history to Hockey Team on winning the 2016 National tries by 2015, but more work remains to achieve ensure that women are guaranteed equality and Collegiate Athletic Association Women’s Ice gender equality in primary education world- basic human rights; Hockey Championship. wide; (4) reaffirms the commitment— A resolution (S. Res. 424) supporting the Whereas in September 2015 world leaders re- (A) to end discrimination and violence against goals and ideals of Take Our Daughters And dedicated themselves to ending discrimination women and girls; Sons To Work Day. against women and girls and advancing equal- (B) to ensure the safety and welfare of women ity for women worldwide; and girls; There being no objection, the Senate Whereas according to the United Nations, (C) to pursue policies that guarantee the basic proceeded to consider the resolutions women have access to fewer income earning op- human rights of women and girls worldwide; en bloc. portunities and are more likely to manage the and Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask household or engage in agricultural work than (D) to promote meaningful and significant unanimous consent that the resolu- men, making women more vulnerable to eco- participation of women in every aspect of soci- tions be agreed to, the preambles be ety and community; nomic insecurity caused by— agreed to, and the motions to recon- (1) natural disasters; or (5) supports sustainable, measurable, and (2) long term changes in weather patterns; global development that seeks to achieve gender sider be laid upon the table en bloc. Whereas according to the World Bank Group, equality and the empowerment of women; and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without women own or partially own more than 1⁄3 of (6) encourages the people of the United States objection, it is so ordered. small- and medium-sized enterprises in devel- to observe International Women’s Day with ap- The resolutions were agreed to. oping countries, and 40 percent of the global propriate programs and activities. The preambles were agreed to. workforce is female, but female entrepreneurs Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask (The resolutions, with their pre- and employers have disproportionately less ac- unanimous consent that the com- ambles, are printed in today’s RECORD cess to capital and other financial services than mittee-reported amendment to the res- under ‘‘Submitted Resolutions.’’) men; Whereas according to the United Nations, olution be agreed to; the resolution, as f amended, be agreed to; the committee- women earn less than men globally; RESOLUTIONS AT THE DESK Whereas despite the achievements of indi- reported amendment to the preamble vidual female leaders— be agreed to; the preamble, as amend- Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask (1) women around the world remain vastly ed, be agreed to; and the motions to re- unanimous consent that the Senate underrepresented in— consider be considered made and laid now proceed to the en bloc consider- (A) high-level positions; and (B) national and local legislatures and gov- upon the table with no intervening ac- ation of the following House concur- ernments; and tion or debate. rent resolutions, which are at the desk: (2) according to the Inter-Parliamentary The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without H. Con. Res. 115, H. Con. Res. 117, and Union, women account for only 22 percent of objection, it is so ordered. H. Con. Res. 120.

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HONORING ALPHA KAPPA ALPHA Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me HONORING ANDY CREWS FOR SORORITY, INCORPORATED MU in recognizing the Mu Xi Omega Chapter of BEING NAMED CITIZEN OF THE XI OMEGA CHAPTER Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. for its dedi- YEAR BY THE GREATER MAN- cation to remaining a vital entity of public serv- CHESTER CHAMBER OF COM- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON ice in the Vicksburg Warren community. MERCE OF MISSISSIPPI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f HON. FRANK C. GUINTA Wednesday, April 13, 2016 OF NEW HAMPSHIRE Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- TRIBUTE TO PETER COWNIE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES er, I rise today to honor a group of women Wednesday, April 13, 2016 who have shown what can be done through Mr. GUINTA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to hard work, dedication and a desire to serve HON. DAVID YOUNG extend my congratulations to Mr. Andy Crews their community, Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, OF IOWA for being named Citizen of the Year by the Incorporated Mu Xi Omega Chapter. The Greater Manchester Chamber of Commerce. Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated Mu IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Andy’s impact on the Queen City is im- Xi Omega Chapter has served the Warren Wednesday, April 13, 2016 measurable. During his time with the AutoFair County community through informational meet- Automotive Group he has personally lent pub- ings, social and civic engagement. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Known throughout the world for its programs lic and financial support to numerous organi- today to recognize and congratulate Peter zations such as New Horizons, the Man- of service, Alpha Kappa Alpha, Incorporated Cownie for being named a 2016 Forty Under chartered the Mu Xi Omega Chapter as a bea- chester Boys & Girls Club, the Manchester 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa con of service to the Vicksburg community on Animal Shelter, Veterans Count and of course December 17, 1978 at Bethel A.M.E. Church. publication, Business Record. the Greater Manchester Chamber of Com- The Chapter has remained an active part of Since 2000, Business Record has under- merce. This involvement, in addition to the the community through its membership. Mem- taken an exhaustive annual review to identify time he spends working with both high school bers can be found working on every level in a standout group of young leaders in the and college students teaching valuable life les- sons, exemplifies his commitment to education the church, community, and other civic and Greater Des Moines Area that are making an and generous spirit. professional arenas. impact in their communities and their careers. Since 1988, the Chapter’s signature pro- Andy’s input has always been greatly val- Each year, forty up-and-coming community gram has hosted reading workshops and book ued. His service to his country as a member distributions through a partnership with Read- and business leaders under 40 years of age of the United States Marine Corps and his ing is Fundamental. Additionally, the Mu Xi are selected for this prestigious honor based service to his community serves as a great ex- Omega Chapter hosts other community serv- on a combined criteria of community involve- ample for others to get involved and stay en- ice projects on health and wellness. The mem- ment and success in their chosen career field. gaged in assisting those in need of a helping bers sponsor the Mu XI Omega Pearls Girl’s The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees hand. Club as well as the Biennial Beautillion Pres- will join an impressive roster of 640 business It is with great pleasure that I recognize entation for young men. They also partner with leaders and growing. Andy for all that he’s done to improve the lives organizations such as the American Cancer of people throughout the Granite State, and Society, the Susan G. Komen Foundation, the As Executive Director of the Iowa State Fair wish him the best on all of his future endeav- American Diabetes Association, and the Amer- Blue Ribbon Foundation, Peter continues to ors. ican Heart Association in addressing the work hard to improve the offerings and sup- f needs of Warren County and supporting the port for one of our state’s main attractions, the Launching New Dimensions of Service plat- Iowa State Fair. His dedication to improving CELEBRATING THE 25TH ANNIVER- SARY OF THE UKRAINIAN AMER- form. Mu XI Omega supports the sorority’s na- and growing the state fair is a true testament ICAN YOUTH ASSOCIATION tional program through its many collaborative to his passion for Iowa. Not only is Peter dedi- efforts with organizations in fulfillment of AKA cated to his role with the State Fair but he Global Impact Days. also advocates on the behalf of his constitu- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN On August 1, 2015 the Mu Xi Omega Chap- ents as a state representative. He works tire- OF NEW JERSEY ter along with International President, Ms. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dorothy Buckhanan Wilson and South Eastern lessly to speak for those who can’t speak for Regional Direction, Mrs. Mary B. Conner paid themselves, and to move the state forward for Wednesday, April 13, 2016 tribute to the only two national presidents that an even better, more prosperous future for the Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise hailed from the State of Mississippi by unveil- next generation. today to recognize the 25th Anniversary of ing a Marker in their honor. Both Bobbie Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- The Ukrainian American Youth Association, lo- cated in Whippany, Morris County, New Jer- Beatrix Scott and Ida L. Jackson hometown resent leaders like Peter in the United States was the River City of Vicksburg. While serving sey. Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- in the capacity of National President they In 1925, in Kyiv, Ukraine, the Ukrainian helped to expand AKA’s current national pro- ognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents Youth Association was formed. At the time, gram while establishing new programs to con- to better both his community and the great Ukraine was under Russian Communist op- tinue to effect social change on a national state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the pression. The goal of the organization was to level. Jackson and Scott courageously led United States House of Representatives join continue Ukrainian national and cultural iden- Alpha Kappa Alpha, Inc. during a time when me in congratulating Peter on receiving this tity and start a struggle against the Russian women were considered inferior to men and esteemed designation, thanking those at Busi- Communist effort to carry out a genocide of certainly not intellectually equipped or suffi- ness Record for their great work, and wishing the people of the Ukrainian nation. From ciently astute in business to run a major cor- each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 1929–1930, the majority of the organization’s poration. But these women defied the odds class a long and successful career. members were repressed, their commanders and helped to catapult the organization into were arrested, confined in Soviet Gulags and even greater national prominence, allowing the in the end, murdered. voices of thousands of African American By the end of World War II, many Ukrain- women to be heard on the national stage. ians were living in displaced person camps in

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She stepped pacity, he managed the day-to-day operations Ukraine and to protest against Russian Com- in and helped her children with their children of a facility comprised of over 3,700 staff munism. In 1946, in Augsburg, Germany, the when necessary. Her grandchildren include: members and over 72,000 beneficiaries. He first branch of a revived Ukrainian Youth Asso- Carin and Myrick (Auwilda); Kevin, Chanay, also played an integral role in strengthening ciation was officially formed. and Barry (Herbye); Gared and Meagan the relationship between Fort Bliss and the El In 1991, Ukraine gained its independence (Sonya); and Aldrich, Lisa, Amara, and Tanji Paso community. and branches of the Youth Association were (Monroe). Ms. Towner is now the great grand- Colonel Amaral’s distinguished career formed across the territory of the new demo- mother to twelve great grandchildren. She began as a platoon leader with the 54th Sup- cratic and independent Ukraine. After the first made sure Auwilda, Herbye, Sonya, and Mon- port Battalion in Germany, and included as- branch of the Ukrainian Youth Association was roe went to college and sometimes made con- signments with the 44th Medical Brigade at formed, other branches formed in Europe, tributions to her grandchildren’s college edu- Fort Bragg, North Carolina; the Walter Reed North and South America and Australia. In cation. Army Medical Center; the TRICARE Regional 1991, one branch, located in Whippany, New Just watch, all of you men and women, and Office in Rosslyn, Virginia; and within the Jersey was formed. see what a woman can do when she is deter- Army’s Training and Doctrine Command. Dur- Today, the Ukrainian Youth Association is mined. Ms. Towner’s children were never with- ing this time, he deployed to Iraq in support of filled with energetic youth trying to learn more out food or clothing. She fed both adults and Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm. about the principles of democracy and empha- children, many from the community, friends, As Colonel Amaral embarks on a new chap- sizing the importance of the rights of individ- acquaintances, and even a stranger or two. ter in life, it is my hope that he may recall, uals and the rights of nations in order to de- Oftentimes, men without wives went to her for with a deep sense of pride and accomplish- velop and continue their individual and na- a good southern meal because she was ment, the outstanding contributions he has tional spirituality. known for her cooking. Ms. Towner extended made to the William Beaumont Army Medical Mr. Speaker, please join me in recognizing credit to many of the residents of Pace by al- Center and to the United States Army. I would the members of the Ukrainian Youth Associa- lowing them to purchase items from her store like to send him my best wishes for continued tion of Whippany, New Jersey for all of their and club on their promise to pay. And when success in his future endeavors. service to the community. someone did not pay, her understanding and f big heart would not refuse them more credit. f PERSONAL EXPLANATION She would smile, only remembering how good HONORING MS. LAURA JOSIEPHINE God has been to her and therefore she could TOWNER not refuse. Much of the early economic sta- HON. BRENDAN F. BOYLE bility of Pace is attributed to her. She was OF PENNSYLVANIA HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON mother and father to her own and many others IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MISSISSIPPI in the community. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. Laura J. Towner is a prominent member Mr. BRENDAN F. BOYLE of Pennsylvania. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 of Elbethel Missionary Baptist Church. Mr. Speaker, on March 23, 2016 I traveled to Elbethel MB Church is home to many mem- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania to attend the fu- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- bers of her family, both in life and after life. er, this month and all this month I rise to give neral of my dear friend, John Sullivan, who From 1973 to 1988 she was the City Clerk of lost his battle with cancer. For this reason, I honor to a member of my district whom most Pace, performing her job with high integrity people don’t know but need to know. So missed rollcall vote Number 136 through 138 and standards. Her lifetime presence and on the floor of the House of Representatives. today, I rise to honor Ms. Laura Josiephine service in Pace has won the hearts of many Towner of Pace, MS. Had I been present, I would have voted yea, people from different races, black, white, and nay, yea, respectively. Ms. Towner was born on July 2, 1923 to others. f Willie and Ada Towner. She was born south of Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Pace, MS as the third child of three children in honoring Ms. Laura Josiephine Towner of TRIBUTE TO ALEX DUONG born out of that union. She was affectionately the Mississippi Second Congressional District. called ‘‘Nina’’ by her father but the love be- f HON. DAVID YOUNG tween mother and daughter was unparalleled. OF IOWA Ms. Towner was educated in the colored PERSONAL EXPLANATION IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES school in Pace, MS. She later furthered her education through Coahoma Junior College HON. LUIS V. GUTIE´RREZ Wednesday, April 13, 2016 and Jackson State College. OF ILLINOIS Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Life shrinks and expands according to one’s today to recognize and congratulate Alex IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES drive and ambition. Ms. Towner taught school Duong for being named a 2016 Forty Under for a few years; however, knowing that her Wednesday, April 13, 2016 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa sister and brother were running a club and Mr. GUTIE´ RREZ. Mr. Speaker, I was un- publication, Business Record. earning more money than she was at the time, avoidably absent in the House chamber for Since 2000, Business Record has under- $50.00 per month, she widened her scope to votes on Tuesday, April 12, 2016. Had I been taken an exhaustive annual review to identify include a club of her own. Life was great and present, I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on roll call a standout group of young leaders in the her place earned the reputation as the place votes 139 and 140. Greater Des Moines Area that are making an to be in Pace. Her move to open a club f impact in their communities and their careers. proved to be prosperous and opened up many Each year, forty up-and-coming community doors to growth. RECOGNIZING COLONEL MICHAEL and business leaders under 40 years of age A woman is like a full circle because within AMARAL are selected for this prestigious honor based her is the power to create, nurture, transform, on a combined criteria of community involve- and re-adjust when necessary. Ms. Towner HON. BETO O’ROURKE ment and success in their chosen career field. was married three times and divorced just as OF TEXAS The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees many. She is the mother of four children: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will join an impressive roster of 640 business Auwilda, Herby, Sonya, and Monroe. She leaders and growing. never broke stride in her pursuit of life and Wednesday, April 13, 2016 As a marketing and communications spe- prosperity. To her, family meant everything, it Mr. O’ROURKE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cialist at the Mediacom Communications Cor- was her mother, sister and brother who recognize and congratulate Colonel Michael L. poration, Alex has been given the opportunity stepped in and helped her with her children Amaral on his retirement from the United to pursue his passion, marketing. His willing- while she pressed forward as a night club States Army after 30 years of service to our ness to exceed expectations and dedication to

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Not only has he worked tire- tic violence agency. of progressive responsibility at the local and lessly in his professional life, but Alex has The Jersey Battered Women’s Service is a National levels before returning to her home dedicated his time to organizations like the multi-faceted operation, focused not just on state of Mississippi as the Executive Assistant Des Moines Public Library Foundation board providing protection to survivors, but also on to the Network Director in 2007. helping these individuals rebuild and restart of directors, the Greater Des Moines Young Mrs. Parks is a 2010 graduate of the Vet- their lives. JBWS is heavily involved in raising Professionals Connection, and Big Brothers erans Health Administration (VHA) Health awareness for domestic violence, specifically and Big Sisters of Central Iowa. His emphasis Care Leadership Institute and a 2012 graduate through providing education services on the on civic duty is a true testament to his char- of the VHA Executive Career Field program. consequences of domestic violence and how it acter. She is a mentor for the Network’s Advance can be prevented. The organization is notable Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- Leadership Development Institute and has for its domestic violence advocacy efforts and resent leaders like Alex in the United States served on a number of national workgroups Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- its mission to improve the rights of survivors. The shelter aims to empower the women who and committees. Mrs. Parks is also a member ognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents of the American College of Health Care Ex- to better both his community and the great seek its safety, transforming them from victims to survivors. Ultimately, the goal of the Jersey ecutives and Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the From August 2010–October 2010, Mrs. Parks United States House of Representatives join Battered Women’s Service is to create a com- munity culture that refuses to tolerate partner served as the interim Assistant Medical Center me in congratulating Alex on receiving this es- Director of the Birmingham, Alabama, VAMC. teemed designation, thanking those at Busi- and family violence of any sort. ness Record for their great work, and wishing Alongside staff, the over 120 Jersey Bat- A native of Magnolia, Mississippi, Mrs. each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 tered Women’s Service volunteers dedicate Parks holds a bachelor’s degree in Economics class a long and successful career. their time and energy to combating domestic from Tougaloo College and a master’s degree violence. Services JBWS offers include legal in Health Care Administration from the Univer- f assistance, victim services and shelter, coun- sity of Alabama-Birmingham. She and her WELCOME ANNIBEL FRANCES seling for friends and family members of sur- husband, Mr. Michael Parks have one son, SCHUERFELD vivors, batterer’s intervention, child services Ezekiel. and protection, and teen dating abuse protec- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me HON. JOE WILSON tion and prevention services. These services, in recognizing Mrs. LaWanda W. Parks for her and the efforts of volunteers, have been cru- OF SOUTH CAROLINA dedication to serving others. cial in helping survivors and their families rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES above the abuse. f Wednesday, April 13, 2016 The 40th Anniversary of the Jersey Battered Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- Women’s Service is marked by the grand HONORING THE LIFE OF DANIEL er, I am happy to congratulate Deputy Staff opening of the Morris Family Justice Center. ‘‘BUD’’ ALAN AYRES Director for the House Armed Services Com- This comprehensive center combines various mittee, Jenness Bergeron Simler and her hus- organizations to provide counseling, protec- band, Gary Warren Schuerfeld, on the birth of tion, legal and immigration assistance, and HON. TIM RYAN their new baby girl. Annibel Frances ‘‘B.B.’’ children’s services to victims of domestic vio- Schuerfeld who was born at 11:24 a.m. on lence and sexual assault, all conveniently in OF OHIO Monday, June 29, 2015, at Palmetto Baptist one location. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. She For forty years, the Jersey Battered Wom- weighed eight pounds and two ounces and en’s Shelter has provided protection and sup- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 measured 20 and 1⁄2 inches long. I have no port for survivors of domestic violence. The or- ganization has made incredible strides in in- Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today doubt her talented parents will be dedicated to to honor the life of Daniel ‘‘Bud’’ Alan Ayres, her well-being and bright future. creasing domestic violence awareness and strengthening education about relationship and 53, of Poland, OH who passed away on I would also like to congratulate her brother, Wednesday March 30, 2016. Daniel was born Taggart McRae Schuerfeld, and grandparents, familial violence. I commend the Jersey Bat- tered Women’s Service for the remarkable on March 28, 1963 in Belleville, Illinois and Shellie Ann Kenna Simler of Tucson, Arizona, was a veteran of the United States Army and Pierre Bergeron Simler of Litchfield, Con- contributions they have made to New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in hon- where he served in Korea and Washington, necticut. Congratulations to her entire family DC as a Military Police Officer. as they welcome their newest addition of pure oring the Jersey Battered Women’s Service as pride and joy. the organization celebrates its 40th Anniver- Together with his family, and throughout his sary. f 11 year military career, Daniel was stationed f in many locations throughout the U.S. and in HONORING THE 40TH ANNIVER- Germany. After September 11, 2001, he HONORING LAWANDA W. PARKS SARY OF THE JERSEY BAT- joined Homeland Security as an Air Marshal. TERED WOMEN’S SERVICE HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON To Daniel, there was no such thing as a OF MISSISSIPPI stranger—only a friend that he had yet to HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meet. His passion for family, friendships, OF NEW JERSEY Texas style BBQ, Alabama & Patriots football, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES togetherness and fun, will live on in everyone Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 who knew and loved him. er, I rise today to honor a remarkable public Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr Speaker, I rise servant, Mrs. LaWanda W. Parks, who served Daniel will be deeply missed by his family. today to honor the Jersey Battered Women’s as the Executive Assistant to the Network Di- He leaves behind his loving wife of 28 years, Service located in Morristown, Morris County, rector of the South Central VA Health Care Kimberly Ann of Poland. They raised four chil- New Jersey as it celebrates its 40th Anniver- Network, an integrated system of 10 VA med- dren, Joshua Alan, Dustin Alan, Chance Alan, sary. ical centers providing a full range of specialty, and Grace Ann. He leaves one brother, Ste- The Jersey Battered Women’s Service, or tertiary, mental health, and long term care in ven (Linda) Ayres of Beeville, Texas; mother- JBWS, began as a hotline for victims of do- an eight-state region. As a member of the Net- in-law and father-in-law, Patsy and Ricky mestic violence. However, after the murders of work’s Executive Leadership Team, Mrs. Smith of Austin, Texas; sister-in-law Sherri two callers by their husbands, the small group Parks was the Network’s liaison to VA Central (David) Fossati of Houston, Texas; and a of female pioneers responsible for the original Office in Washington, DC, served as the Net- niece, nephew and many close friends, all of hotline recognized the dire need for a greater work Management Support Officer and pro- whom adored him. service for domestic violence victims in New vided oversight for VISN administrative oper- Daniel will be greatly missed by his family Jersey. In 1978, the Jersey Battered Women’s ations. and the Poland community. He has lived a Shelter opened its doors to those requiring ref- Mrs. Parks joined the VA 17 years ago as long and prosperous life and will be remem- uge from violence at home. Today, it operates an Administrative Resident at the New Orle- bered for his service.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise erations past. And avid bikers, hikers, camp- With the historic Two Trees overlooking the today to recognize and congratulate Nola ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to city, Ventura has miles of pristine beaches, Cartmill for being named a 2016 Forty Under enjoy this landmark that is now forever open making it one of the most renowned destina- 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from tions for surfing. Ventura is home to the iconic publication, Business Record. Northern California and beyond. Ventura Pier and the Ventura Harbor, a com- Since 2000, Business Record has under- The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument mercial harbor gateway to the Channel Islands taken an exhaustive annual review to identify serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities National Park. With a thriving downtown cul- a standout group of young leaders in the Act and the power of the Executive to protect tural district, many musicians come through to Greater Des Moines Area that are making an these lands in the face of inaction by Con- play at the Majestic Ventura Theater and fes- impact in their communities and their careers. gress. After extensive input from interested tivals regularly occur at Plaza Park. Ventura is Each year, forty up-and-coming community parties and substantial evidence of this re- also known as the host of the annual Ventura and business leaders under 40 years of age gion’s value, the Obama Administration hon- County Fair, ‘‘a county fair with ocean air.’’ are selected for this prestigious honor based ored the support of stakeholders, and the As we commemorate the city’s 150th anni- on a combined criteria of community involve- gravity of conservation. versary, I would like to commend the City of ment and success in their chosen career field. The legacy of public lands is one of the San Buenaventura and its residents, past and The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees most important we can leave for future gen- present, on their success of reaching this mile- will join an impressive roster of 640 business erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain stone. I offer my sincerest congratulations dur- leaders and growing. Monument is a critical piece of a preservation ing this sesquicentennial celebration and look As a shareholder and attorney at Belin system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- forward to many more years of growth and McCormick P.C., Nola works hard to provide lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- prosperity. her clients with top of the line legal services. lege working with Director Kornze to further f Her passion stems from the support she has our mutual goal of preserving our nation’s received from her mentors throughout her life. HONORING BARBARA J. POWERS great open spaces, and we look forward to Her willingness to serve others and give back OF PENNSYLVANIA collaborating in the future. to her community is one of the main reasons she was given this award. Nola volunteers her f HON. SCOTT PERRY time as a board member of Children and Fam- CELEBRATING THE CITY OF SAN OF PENNSYLVANIA ilies of Iowa where she works tirelessly to BUENAVENTURA’S 150TH ANNI- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES show those who have lost all hope that there VERSARY Wednesday, April 13, 2016 are people out there who will work with you to Mr. PERRY. Mr. Speaker, today I honor get you back on your feet and on a path to HON. JULIA BROWNLEY Barbara J. Powers on her May 31, 2016 retire- success. OF CALIFORNIA ment upon 30 years of Federal Civilian Serv- Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ice to the United States of America. resent leaders like Nola in the United States Mrs. Powers’ career has culminated as the Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Executive Support Specialist to the Com- ognize and applaud her for utilizing her talents Ms. BROWNLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, manding General, United States Army Medical to better both her community and the great today I rise to recognize the City of San Research and Material Command. Mrs. Pow- state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the Buenaventura as it celebrates 150 years of in- ers served in the United States Air Force from United States House of Representatives join corporation. Nestled between the Pacific March 1977 to March 1981, throughout which me in congratulating Nola on receiving this es- Ocean and the Los Padres National Forest, she performed duty at Andrews Air Force teemed designation, thanking those at Busi- the City of San Buenaventura is known for its Base, Carlisle Barracks, the U.S. Department ness Record for their great work, and wishing breathtaking ocean views and expansive roll- of Energy and at Fort Detrick, where she’s each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 ing hills and truly lives up to its namesake as served for the last 16 years. class a long and successful career. the ‘‘City of Good Fortune.’’ Since the beginning of her career, Mrs. f The City of San Buenaventura has a long Powers performed with zeal, professionalism and tireless dedication to duty—the standard HONORING NEIL KORNZE, DIREC- history and archaeological discoveries in the by which all civil servants should be meas- TOR, BUREAU OF LAND MANAGE- area suggest that humans have populated the ured. MENT region for at least 10,000–12,000 years. Founded in 1782, the San Buenaventura Mis- On behalf of Pennsylvania’s Fourth Con- sion served as the heart of this small coastal gressional District, I’m proud and humbled to HON. MIKE THOMPSON community and the city was incorporated on congratulate Barbara J. Powers on her retire- OF CALIFORNIA April 2, 1866. From the beginning, Ventura ment after 30 years of service to the United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has been a place of commerce, starting with States of America. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 the indigenous Chumash, who were fine arti- f Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, sans and adept travelers by canoes, naming it HONORING LULA FRIAR I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and Shisholop or ‘‘port on the coast’’ for their lu- Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize crative trade activities. While living in HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON and honor Director Kornze for his great con- Shisholop Village, which is now downtown OF MISSISSIPPI tribution to the designation of the Berryessa Ventura, the local indigenous Chumash people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Snow Mountain Monument by President thrived through their trade of shell bead Barack Obama on July 10, 2015. money and chert. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 This outstanding accomplishment was made In 1873, the community’s visionary leaders Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- possible by the tireless work of countless ad- boldly stepped up to establish Ventura County, er, I rise today to honor a remarkable public vocates. Their commitment to engaging carved from Santa Barbara, with the City of servant, Ms. Lula Friar. friends, colleagues, local residents, busi- San Buenaventura as the county helm. As de- Ms. Lula Friar is a retired educator with 30 nesses, stakeholders across the country, and velopment boomed in the 1900s, the region years of experience teaching in the classroom. policymakers in a coordinated effort to achieve flourished with agricultural operations and oil She taught at Goodman-Pickens Elementary permanent protection was critical to the estab- production. School in Pickens, Mississippi. She used her lishment of the Monument. According to local lore, the city’s name was passion for teaching the little ones to success- Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- abbreviated to Ventura to accommodate the fully prepare second-graders for their aca- ment may be counted among the hundreds of dimensions of a sign at the local railroad sta- demic journey until she retired in 2008. In

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However, today it is more expansive in its Each year, forty up-and-coming community trict. interests and is learning about technology. and business leaders under 40 years of age Ms. Friar is currently employed by the Com- Over the past one-hundred years, about 1,750 are selected for this prestigious honor based munity Students Learning Center (CSLC) and boys have participated and nearly sixty of on a combined criteria of community involve- has shown herself to be a valuable resource those boys have achieved the rank of Eagle ment and success in their chosen career field. and asset to CSLC. Over the last five years, Scout. The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees she has served as the HIPPY Coordinator for The role of the Troops Scoutmaster has al- will join an impressive roster of 640 business CSLC’s Home Instruction for Parents of Pre- ways been a major factor in the longevity and leaders and growing. school Youngsters (HIPPY), an early child- success of Troop 2. One Scoutmaster that As the co-owner of Le Jardin restaurant and hood literacy evidence-based program for 3- had particular impact was William K. Rust dur- director of marketing and public relations for to 5-year-olds that teaches lessons in homes ing the Second World War. Due to the war Variety—the Children’s Charity, Megan cer- and works with families to support parents as taking a lot of young men away from the town, tainly stays busy. Her drive and passion for their child’s primary teacher. not many were left to keep the troop alive. her restaurant and Variety is matched only by In addition to her role as a HIPPY Coordi- Without Bill, Troop 2 may have been ended. her love of Des Moines. At Variety, Megan nator, she also utilizes her teaching experi- A large part in why Troop 2 has been suc- has worked tirelessly to promote their mes- ence to support other educational enrichment cessful over the years is due to their credo, sage as well as increase awareness for the programs and services available at CSLC ‘‘Scouting is Outing.’’ The ‘‘Patrol Leaders children of Iowa who are underprivileged, at- such as the After School Program, where she Council’’ of the senior scouts plan monthly risk, or have a mental illness. Believe it or not, has served for five years. She also works with short-term camping trips and a week long Megan would still like to find time to dedicate the CSLC Summer Youth Enrichment Pro- summer camping trip at Camp Wakpominee. herself to several other community organiza- gram, where she has provided her leadership Along with these trips, they have also enjoyed tions. and teaching expertise for the last 12 years. overnight bike hikes and canoe trips on the Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- Although she is no longer in the school sys- Upper Delaware River, White Water rafting on resent leaders like Megan in the United States tem, Ms. Friar continues to keep her state the Lehigh River, ski trips and week-long ex- Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- teaching license renewed. CSLC is grateful to cursions to Washington, DC. ognize and applaud her for utilizing her talents have a certified teacher working with its chil- Troop 2 also has a long history of service in to better both her community and the great dren. their community. To name a few of the state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the Education is only a part of Friar’s service at projects they have been involved in: the sale United States House of Representatives join CSLC. Her primary position is Housing Advo- of war bonds during World War I, the cultiva- me in congratulating Megan on receiving this cate under the CSLC Housing Programs in tion of Victory Gardens, the collection of scrap esteemed designation, thanking those at Busi- which she assists the center in coordinating metals during both World War I and II, the dis- ness Record for their great work, and wishing affordable housing and rehab housing services tribution of informational tracts such as air raid each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 for low income families. Friar takes pride in posters and get out to vote, and their latest class a long and successful career. helping children and their families secure bet- service project, ‘‘Scouting for Food,’’ the col- ter living conditions. lection of food for the needy. When she is not working at CSLC she is an For their active participation and achieve- f active member at her church, Lebanon Mis- ments, Troop 2 has won many awards includ- IN RECOGNITION OF THE EAST sionary Baptist Church in Lexington where she ing: The President Roosevelt Award in 1934, COAST SIKH FREEDOM RALLY has served on the Board of Trustees for the permanent possession of the Klondike Derby past ten years, Vice-President of the Lebanon trophy in 1962, numerous first prize at camp- Inspiration Choir, President of the Lebanon orees, distinguished troop awards at summer HON. PATRICK MEEHAN Senior Choir, and also works with the youth camp, and represented the Orange Mountain OF PENNSYLVANIA department. Over the past 15 years, Lula has Council at the New York World’s Fair. Each also helped with the Holmes County Central year, at summer camp, they have been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES High School Marching Band. In her spare awarded the Troop Excellence Award. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 time, Lula also enjoys spending quality time Many of the boys who worked their way with her family and grandkids. through the ranks were molded into respon- Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me sible adults who continue to uphold the ideals honor the Sikh Coordination Committee of the in recognizing Ms. Lula Friar for her dedication of scouting in their present occupations such East Coast and its East Coast Sikh Freedom and support to the Holmes County Commu- as engineers, lawyers, teachers and doctors. Rally, taking place here in Washington DC. On nity. Troop 2 has offered their boys moral training April 9, hundreds of Sikhs from around the f and preparations in the tests of life. country came to our nation’s capital to pro- Mr. Speaker, please join me in thanking the mote justice for Sikhs around the world. CELEBRATING THE CENTENNIAL members of the Boy Scout Troop 2 of West As the co-chairman of the American Sikh ANNIVERSARY OF BOY SCOUT Orange, New Jersey for all of their service to TROOP 2 Congressional Caucus, I speak with the Sikh the community, and in congratulating them community regularly about injustices occurring and their scout leaders on their Centennial An- around the world. American Sikhs have con- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN niversary. tributed to the strength and diversity of the OF NEW JERSEY f United States for more than 130 years. They IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TRIBUTE TO MEGAN play an active role in our local communities Wednesday, April 13, 2016 GRANDGEORGE and are a strong part of our economy. Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise Whether it’s equal opportunity in the U.S. today to recognize the Centennial Anniversary Armed Forces, fair treatment for travelers or HON. DAVID YOUNG religious freedom in the workplace, Sikhs are of the Boy Scout Troop 2, located in West Or- OF IOWA still facing challenges. The American Sikh ange, Essex County, New Jersey. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In January 1916, a group of seven boys Congressional Caucus is working to address were registered into The Boy Scouts of Amer- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 some of these issues, and I commend those ica. Today, they are known as the Boy Scout Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise who will come together in Washington to make Troop 2 of West Orange. They were originally today to recognize and congratulate Megan their voices heard to their government and fel- sponsored by the Men’s Guild of the First Grandgeorge for being named a 2016 Forty low citizens. Methodist Church at High and Ridge with The Under 40 honoree by the award-winning cen- Mr. Speaker, events like the East Coast Reverend Karl K. Quimby as their first Scout- tral Iowa publication, Business Record. Sikh Freedom Rally will help Americans and master. Together they promised to do their Since 2000, Business Record has under- people around the world better understand the duty to God and country, to help other people, taken an exhaustive annual review to identify issues facing the Sikh community. I thank the to keep physically strong, morally straight and a standout group of young leaders in the organization and its leaders for their dedica- mentally awake. Originally the program was Greater Des Moines Area that are making an tion to this cause.

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Bryan, Margaret Clotworthy, Shirley Coen, OF COLORADO In 2000, after demonstrating her acumen as Mary Grissette, Dorothy Henry, Merrice IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a proficient analyst, Janet made the smooth Hoppe, Helen Huntington, Eva Jacques, Jan- transition to Unit Chief and took on the re- ice Klein, Betty McGee, Della Miller-Kenny, Wednesday, April 13, 2016 sponsibility of overseeing all of the work of Ellie Neilsen, Willa Olivolo, Elizabeth Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January CBO’s Scorekeeping Unit. Janet has served Rosensweig, Paula Ross, Barbara Salinas, 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- the Congress diligently by overseeing the Pat Salyer, Pat Smallwood, Kay Tallman, fice, the national debt was unit’s analyses of the President’s budget re- Hope Vandeventer, Dottie Ward, and Theresa $10,626,877,048,913.08. quests; the estimates of every appropriation Williams. Today, it is $19,064,879,099,682.52. We’ve bill taken through each chamber; the publica- Mr. Speaker, these 28 women courageously added $8,599,349,440,294.10 to our debt in 6 tion of the annual Unauthorized Appropriations served our country through one of the most years. This is over $8 trillion in debt our na- and Expiring Authorizations report; and count- challenging and pivotal wars in American his- tion, our economy, and our children could less other informal requests for information on tory. Therefore, it is fitting and proper that we have avoided with a balanced budget amend- budgetary matters related to matters under honor them here today. ment. Congressional consideration. f In addition to her management responsibil- f ities, Janet has directly supported the IN RECOGNITION OF MS. BLANCHE Congress’s fiscal bookkeeping by serving as CELEBRATING THE 30TH ANNIVER- BAUDHUIN’S SERVICE TO THE the lead analyst for the Legislative Branch ap- SARY OF GRACE COUNSELING AMERICAN RED CROSS propriations bill. CENTER Congressional staff and CBO colleagues HON. REID J. RIBBLE have come to depend on Janet for her ready HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN OF WISCONSIN expertise, her diligence, and her attention to OF NEW JERSEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES detail. She has provided this institution with in- sightful guidance and analysis through several IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, April 13, 2016 major reforms to budgetary processes, dozens Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Mr. RIBBLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of budget resolutions, creation of new govern- recognize Blanche Baudhuin of Green Bay, ment agencies and departments, and the reor- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise Wisconsin, who has been an American Red ganization of our committee structures. today in celebration of the 30th anniversary of Cross volunteer for almost 40 years. Still ac- Constant through all that change has been Grace Counseling Center located in Madison, tive at an amazing one hundred years young, Janet Airis’ dedication to her work at the Con- Morris County, New Jersey. Blanche is almost certainly the oldest Red gressional Budget Office. She has been the Grace Counseling Center is devoted to pro- Cross volunteer in the United States. steady hand of the Scorekeeping Unit, gen- viding guidance to those who need to improve Over the past few years, Blanche has fre- erous with her time and knowledge, and vital their way of handling life’s challenges. The quently been the first person donors see when to the smooth functioning of CBO’s Budget Center also provides service to couples and they arrive at Green Bay’s Blood Donation Analysis Division. families who wish to better understand each Center on Deckner Avenue. Knowing full well Janet’s retirement constitutes a profound other’s needs and feelings. that giving blood can be a nerve-wracking ex- loss of institutional memory to both CBO and Established in 1984, the Center is an inde- perience, especially for first-timers, Blanche is the Congress—nobody has ever worked in the pendent, nonprofit, interfaith facility where they a constant source of comfort and mirth, al- Scorekeeping Unit as long as she has. Her tend to the needs of their patients. Originally ways willing to offer reassurance, a smile, and presence won’t easily be replaced and will be founded by members of the Grace Episcopal maybe a cookie or two to those who donate. sorely missed. Church, they have since become an inde- In addition to making the rounds at the Center, f pendent, non-profit counseling center which Blanche also works tirelessly to promote blood serves the entire community. Their staff con- drives at churches and other locations HONORING YOUNTVILLE WOMEN VETERANS OF WORLD WAR II sists of pastoral counselors, psychiatrists and throughout Northeast Wisconsin. psychologists, all of whom are professionally In the lead-up to her 100th birthday last trained and certified in their respective dis- month, Blanche’s wish was for 100 people to HON. MIKE THOMPSON ciplines. donate at a blood drive hosted at the First Lu- OF CALIFORNIA Additionally, they are supportive of commu- theran Church in Allouez. Her birthday wish IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity education programs and administer lec- came true . . . and then some: an incredible Wednesday, April 13, 2016 tures and workshops during the year. On re- 114 donors showed up. quest, unique programs can be arranged for Thank you, Blanche, for your extraordinary Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, local churches, synagogues, schools and com- service to a life-saving cause, and keep up the I rise today to honor 28 women veterans who munity and service organizations. One upcom- great work. served our country honorably during World ing event, Technology, Social Media, and our f War II. The Yountville Women Veterans Club today celebrates these brave veterans at a Kids, is designed to help parents understand TRIBUTE TO JANET AIRIS ceremony in Yountville, California. the technology their children are using and Their varied contributions to the war effort have a discussion on the challenges we face HON. HAROLD ROGERS include working as nurses in France and Ger- with communication due to technology. This goal of this event is to help parents under- OF KENTUCKY many, as Aviation Services Marines, and at stand their children more, so that they can IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C. When our nation mobilized to confront the ag- strengthen their close interpersonal relation- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 gression and abuses of Nazi Germany and ship. Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I, Imperial Japan, these women bravely volun- As concerns or needs develop, the Center along with Representative LOWEY, rise today teered their services to support our country’s offers programs which address individual to recognize and pay tribute to Janet Airis on war efforts. issues such as bereavement, unemployment, her retirement after 32 years of distinguished More than 350,000 American women volun- separation and divorce. These services are service to the Congress with the Congres- teered to serve their country during the war, usually free or minimally priced and offered to sional Budget Office (CBO). and served in five branches: the Women’s the community. Janet started in the Scorekeeping Unit at Army Auxiliary Corps (WAACs, later renamed Mr. Speaker, please join me in thanking the CBO in the waning days of 1983, soon after the Women’s Army Corps, or WACs), the members and supporters of the Grace Coun- graduating from Wellesley College. She was Navy Women’s Reserve (WAVES), the Coast seling Center of Madison, New Jersey for all first hired to maintain the unit’s database for Guard Women’s Reserve (SPARS), and the of their service to the community, and in con- tracking the status of enacted legislation and Women Airforce Service Pilots (WASPs). gratulating them on their 30th Anniversary.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A13AP8.020 E13APPT1 smartinez on DSK9F6TC42PROD with REMARKS April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E441 TRIBUTE TO JOSH EHLEN many more. With the diverse format, this is Battle of the Chosin Reservoir, one of the what makes WGNL 104.3 FM number one in bloodiest engagements of the war. HON. DAVID YOUNG the Mississippi Delta. Terry worked in the Laborers International OF IOWA The sister station WGNG 106.3 FM is Union of North America (LIUNA) Local Union IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 25,000 watts. WGNG has attracted listeners 261 in San Francisco in 1947, at the age of because of its ability to reach ages from 12– 17. He quickly rose through the ranks, taking Wednesday, April 13, 2016 54. This is due to the blend of R&B HIP HOP. on many leadership roles before being ap- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise WGNG has come into holding its own and it pointed LIUNA General Secretary-Treasurer, today to recognize and congratulate Josh reaches a number of people in the Mississippi the second-highest elected office in the union, Ehlen for being named a 2016 Forty Under 40 Delta. in 1968. For more than six decades, Terry honoree by the award-winning central Iowa WGNL–WGNG gets a great response from was a major force in his union, which rep- publication, Business Record. their advertisers. They should not be over- resents nearly half a million workers in con- Since 2000, Business Record has under- looked by sponsors. WGNL and WGNG com- struction, health care, the public sector, and taken an exhaustive annual review to identify bined covers over one-third of thirty counties the federal government. He dedicated his life a standout group of young leaders in the in the Mississippi Counties in Northern Mis- to fighting for workers’ rights, and for social Greater Des Moines Area that are making an sissippi. and economic justice. Terry was a lifelong ad- impact in their communities and their careers. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me vocate of training, retirement security, and Each year, forty up-and-coming community in recognizing the number one radio station in health benefits for the proud men and women and business leaders under 40 years of age the Mississippi Delta, WGNL–WGNG for its of LIUNA. Through his entire career, he are selected for this prestigious honor based dedication in serving the Mississippi Delta and worked passionately and tirelessly on behalf of on a combined criteria of community involve- giving back to the African American commu- LIUNA, its members, and their families. ment and success in their chosen career field. nity. Terry will be deeply missed by his family. The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees f He leaves behind his loving wife, Lenora, of will join an impressive roster of 640 business 62 years. They raised three children, Kevin, leaders and growing. IN RECOGNITION OF THE 40TH AN- Kathleen Finnerty (Shawn), and Terry, who is Josh serves as an account executive at the NIVERSARY OF THE RED ROSE the current general president of LIUNA. He Des Moines based insurance company Rey- TRANSIT AUTHORITY (RRTA) leaves one brother, Brendan (Diane); five nolds & Reynolds. He has displayed a dedica- grandchildren; and many other family mem- tion and passion for providing high quality cus- HON. PATRICK MEEHAN bers. tomer service each and every day. Josh’s OF PENNSYLVANIA Losses like these are never easy, but we dedication at the office has also spilled over to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES can all take solace in the fact that Terry led a his life outside of work. He has volunteered long and fulfilling life. He will live on in the Wednesday, April 13, 2016 his time to organizations like Variety—The memory of his beautiful family. Children’s Charity, Big Brothers and Big Sis- Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f ters, Booster Pak, and the Des Moines Am- recognize the 40th anniversary of the Red bassadors Club to name a few. Josh is an ex- Rose Transit Authority (RRTA), a public transit RECOGNIZING DON KNABE cellent example of all things that make Iowa organization in Lancaster County, Pennsyl- such a great place to build a career and a vania. HON. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ family. On April 1, 1976, RRTA began operations to OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- provide public transportation services in Lan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES caster City and County. The mission of RRTA resent leaders like Josh in the United States Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- is to provide high quality transportation serv- ´ ognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents ices. RRTA operates nearly 20 bus and trolley Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ of California. Mr. to better both his community and the great routes throughout the city and county. The Speaker, I rise to recognize a colleague and state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the transit agency operates Red Rose Access, a friend, Los Angeles County Supervisor for the United States House of Representatives join door to door transportation rideshare program Fourth District Don Knabe, who is retiring after me in congratulating Josh on receiving this es- for seniors and people with disabilities at a over thirty-four years of service to the county. teemed designation, thanking those at Busi- discounted fare. Mr. Knabe has worked tirelessly for our com- ness Record for their great work, and wishing Transit systems like this one provide an in- munity and he is finishing his career with a each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 valuable service to our communities, helping long list of accomplishments. While it would be class a long and successful career. middle class families commute to and from impossible to list them all, I would like to high- f work every day and helping seniors visit their light just a few successes that will continue to doctors, grocery stores and other services. benefit our county for years to come. HONORING TEAM BROADCASTING Mr. Speaker, the Red Rose Transit Authority Over his time as Supervisor, Mr. Knabe has WGNL–WGNG FM—104.3–FM—106.3 is an important public transportation system become a national leader in protecting chil- for the residents of the Commonwealth of dren. He established a Safe Surrender Pro- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Pennsylvania and we are grateful for the serv- gram to care for surrendered infants in Los OF MISSISSIPPI ice of its employees. Angeles County while also championing a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f scholarship fund to help these children as they grow up. He launched a campaign to spread Wednesday, April 13, 2016 HONORING THE LIFE OF TERRY awareness about child sex trafficking, making Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- O’SULLIVAN it become a County priority, and testified on er, I rise today to honor Team Broadcasting, the matter before Congress. Inc. WGNL 104.3 FM. HON. TIM RYAN Supervisor Knabe is also passionate about WGNL is a 50,000 watts FM Station, which OF OHIO the arts. His enthusiasm led to the establish- is located in Greenwood, Mississippi. It is in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment of several youth programs that bring vis- the heart of the Mississippi Delta. The Delta is ual art, dance, music, and theater programs to one of the areas that is popular for the birth Wednesday, April 13, 2016 children across the district. Thanks to his ef- of the Blues. WGNL 104.3 FM broadcasts a Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today forts, Los Angeles County children are able to vast variety of music. It is Urban Adult Con- to honor the life of Terence J. O’Sullivan, 86, experience the rich benefit of exposure to the temporary mixed with Oldies and Blues. One who passed away on Thursday March 31, fine arts from a young age. of the highest rated shows on WGNL is the 6 2016 after a courageous battle with cancer. Beyond those projects, the Supervisor con- a.m. to 6 p.m. all day Saturday Blues. This Terry was born in 1930 in Colma, California to tinues to lead the fight to protect our precious show includes a mixture of traditional Blues. Irish immigrant parents. Southern California environment. Mr. Knabe For example, some of the artists featured in- He enlisted in the U.S. Marines and served led 19 separate projects to lower pollution and clude: Muddy Waters and Howlin Wolf. There in the Korean War, from where he was honor- improve water quality. He also supported the are many more contemporary Blues artist ably discharged in 1952. During the conflict, development of innovative technologies to turn such as: Tyrone Davis, Johnnie Taylor, and he participated in the Inchon Landing and the trash into energy and fuel instead of dumping

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A navy veteran, Mr. As First Vice President of West Bank, she know then, that she would become the Knabe has been a strong supporter for Vet- Jayme works tirelessly to build relationships first and only African American to represent erans Resource fairs and Welcome Home with clients that will lead to continued business the state of Mississippi in the Olympics, who Vietnam Veterans Day events. I have always and growth within the company. She has been attended a Historical Black College or Univer- been able to rely on his support, whether it dedicated to improving her skills within the sity. was for the Congressional Art Competition or banking industry so that one day she can After graduating from high school in May, for an Annual Senior Fair in my district. achieve the goals she has set for herself. Not 1967, because of her faith in God, a positive Supervisor Knabe will leave an indelible only is Jayme a dedicated employee but she attitude and help from a few people who be- mark on Los Angeles County when he retires is also passionate about creating awareness lieved in her, Mildrette entered Alcorn State at the end of this term. I am forever thankful for the ever increasing need for mental health University in the fall as a freshman on a Work for the work Mr. Knabe accomplished, and I services among young people in our state. Study Program where she was assigned to thank him for his tireless efforts on behalf of Specifically, she dedicates her time and tal- work in the gym. Growing up in the Mississippi the people of Los Angeles County. He will ents to Orchard Place, a Des Moines based Delta in the sixties wasn’t easy and she was truly be missed. non-profit that specializes in mental health determined to get an education to make a bet- f services for children. ter life for herself, her family and become a Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- productive citizen in society. HONORING JIM RIDLEY resent leaders like Jayme in the United States Alcorn’s men track coach took a chance and Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- gave Mildrette the opportunity to prove herself. HON. JIM COOPER ognize and applaud her for utilizing her talents She finally earned a track scholarship by train- OF TENNESSEE to better both her community and the great ing and traveling with the men’s track team to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the other states and competing in individual United States House of Representatives join events only. During the process she qualified Wednesday, April 13, 2016 me in congratulating Jayme on receiving this for the 1968 Nationals and Olympic trials. That Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker, the city of esteemed designation, thanking those at Busi- was the beginning of a long and successful Nashville lost one of its finest citizens last ness Record for their great work, and wishing collegiate track career. She received numer- week. Nashville Scene editor and Middle Ten- each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 ous accolades, honors and awards to include: nessee native Jim Ridley was a true talent— class a long and successful career. three time All-SWAC and All NAIA; AAU Inter- an exceptionally gifted journalist and critic, a f national Track Team that competed in Norway gracious and humble leader and a champion and Poland; U.S. Olympic Track and Field for our great city. Just as much as he was HONORING MILDRETTE N. WHITE team (68,72); Gold medal winner, 4X100 known in Music City and beyond for his meter relay, Mexico City Summer Olympics matchless wit and intelligence, he was known HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON (68); U.S. European Track and Field Tour; for his generous spirit, his earnestness and his OF MISSISSIPPI Held the third best 100-meter time in the world enormous heart. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (68) and selected Female of the year, 100% Jim was widely respected for his work with Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Wrong Club of Atlanta (69). the Scene, where he was a writer and editor The experience, education, exposure and for well over two decades—nearly since the Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- extensive travel, (nationally and internationally) publication’s inception—and that respect er, I rise today to honor Ms. Mildrette White, received while attending Alcorn, prepared brought him accolades and offers alike. But he who is a remarkable Educator and Public Mildrette to be successful in her careers as an never wanted to leave his beloved alt-weekly Servant. athlete, classroom teacher, track coach and newspaper, or his beloved town. Born July 15, 1948, the second oldest of athletic director. After graduating from Alcorn Jim’s passion for music and film is what five children born to J. W. and Cora V. Netter in May, 1972 with honors and a Bachelor of drove our arts community to greater heights. in the small Delta town of Rosedale, MS. Science degree in Health and Physical Edu- His honesty and diligence shone a light for his Mildrette attended elementary, junior high and cation, Mildrette began a twenty-eight year fellow journalists and the city’s leaders. His high school in the West Bolivar County School teaching and coaching career in the state of kindness, patience, guidance and love for his District where her extracurricular activities in- Mississippi. Some of the honors and accom- friends and family continue to set an example cluded basketball, band, track and plishments achieved were: Delta Valley Con- for what it means to be a truly good person, cheerleading. Because of her successful per- ference Coach of the year five times; U.S. a truly good Nashvillian. Jim Ridley made our formance in track and the efforts of her high Southeast Region High School Coach of the city better, and it will not be the same without school coach, Willie McCoy, she was invited year (79); Six District Titles; two South State him. by the track coach at Tennessee State Univer- Titles; Two Big Eight Eastern Zone Titles; and f sity in Nashville, TN, to participate in his sum- District Five Coach of the Year (88). During mer training camp for high school girls during her coaching career, a number of Mildrette TRIBUTE TO JAYME FRY the summer of her junior and senior year of athletes were able to earn track scholarships high school in hopes of getting a track schol- to go to college. HON. DAVID YOUNG arship. At that time, Tennessee State was the Other educational accomplishments include: OF IOWA nearest University to her that had a women Master of Science-Health Physical Education, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES track program. None of the Colleges and Uni- Athletic Administration/Coaching and Biologi- versities in Mississippi had women track pro- cal Science Alcorn State University (1981), Wednesday, April 13, 2016 grams. After she was rejected, basically be- Continuing Education and Secondary Adminis- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise cause of her height and being from Mis- tration/Supervision courses (1997–2000) Delta today to recognize and congratulate Jayme sissippi, she thought her track career and her State University. Fry for being named a 2016 Forty Under 40 chance to go to college was over. The coach During her Athletic, Teaching and Coaching honoree by the award-winning central Iowa preferred taller girls and didn’t particularly care careers, other honors received include: Alcorn publication, Business Record. for girls from Mississippi because of previous State Hall of Honors (1992), SWAC Hall of Since 2000, Business Record has under- unpleasant experiences. Fame (1995), Alcorn State Athletic Hall of taken an exhaustive annual review to identify Mildrette later realized that being turned Fame (1996), Rosedale-West Bolivar High a standout group of young leaders in the down by the coach was a blessing in disguise. School Hall of Fame (1998), Bob Hayes Track Greater Des Moines Area that are making an The disappointment of not getting the scholar- Hall of Fame (2001), Mississippi Sports Hall of impact in their communities and their careers. ship she thought she deserved made her Fame (2003), and Clarksdale/Coahoma Sports Each year, forty up-and-coming community more determined to go to college because she Hall of Fame (2013). and business leaders under 40 years of age did not want to spend the rest of her life chop- After retiring from teaching and coaching in are selected for this prestigious honor based ping and picking cotton. Mildrette was also 2002, Mildrette served as Athletic Director of

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Some of the organizations and the energy female members of the community CCC provides a unique learning experience community involvements she currently partici- have invested in the Ladies Auxiliary and the whether a student attends to complete a trans- pates in are: President of the Mass Choir and department itself. fer degree to a four-year public university at Hospitality Ministry of the Greater Pleasant Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues an affordable cost, wants to take Community Grove Church, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, to join me in congratulating the Denville Fire Education classes, is seeking an Adult High Inc., Alcorn State University National Alumni, Department Ladies Auxiliary as they celebrate School Diploma, or is at the school to pursue ASU Athletic Club, Montgomery-Carroll-Gre- 80 years of unwavering and unselfish service. a degree or certificate in one of the more than nada County ASU Alumni Chapter, Grenada f 80 career and technical programs offered. Smile Team, Grenada Area Chamber of Com- These include the expanding fields of renew- merce Leadership Committee member and the RECOGNIZING ROGER RAICHE able energy, medical assistance and digital Finch-Henry Job Corps Center Community multimedia communication. For the past 50 Relations Council. HON. JARED HUFFMAN years, the college has prided itself on equip- Mildrette is the mother of two children and OF CALIFORNIA ping students with the relevant job training and is the grandmother of two. She is currently IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES skills to apply toward real world, high-demand married to her college sweetheart, Willie Wednesday, April 13, 2016 careers and family wage jobs. White. After thirty-eight years of separation, In the last 50 years, thanks to the strong they reconnected in 2006 and married in Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- leadership of its current and past presidents 2008. In addition to enjoying their retirement, nize Roger Raiche for his distinguished envi- and Boards of Education and an open, col- traveling and spending time with the grand- ronmental stewardship. Since 1981, Mr. laborative spirit behind its decisions, CCC has children, Mildrette and husband are still busy Raiche has dedicated his time to researching thrived. In preparation for ringing in 50 years giving back to the community in their current and preserving the unique ecological zone and of service, the Board launched the Imagine hometown of Grenada, Mississippi. natural landscape of The Cedars in Sonoma Clackamas project, a two-year community en- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me County. gagement process designed to identify what in recognizing an Educator and Public Serv- In the 1980s, Mr. Raiche was the first sci- the community valued and needed from the ant, Ms. Mildrette White, for her dedication to entist to bring the importance of The Cedars college in the present and into the future. The serving others and giving back to the African to the attention of the Bureau of Land Man- resulting bond measure is enabling CCC to American community. agement. His research and documentation of make great strides toward meeting those f the rare plants and ecology of the site were an needs by updating and expanding classrooms important step in establishing it as an Area of and labs and by modernizing equipment. With CELEBRATING THE 80TH ANNIVER- Critical Environmental Concern and led to the this energy and momentum at 50 years, I am SARY OF THE DENVILLE VOLUN- discovery of several new plant species found excited to discover what goals and heights the TEER FIRE DEPARTMENT LA- nowhere else on Earth. Many institutions have college will reach in the next half century. DIES AUXILIARY been provided access to these important lands I am honored to be the representative of through his hospitality and volunteer work. Clackamas Community College and I con- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN Over the last 35 years, Mr. Raiche has led gratulate the college on its 50th anniversary. OF NEW JERSEY efforts to preserve additional parts of The Ce- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dars. He has invested his personal resources to protecting the 500-acre Main Canyon parcel IN MEMORY OF MR. DON Wednesday, April 13, 2016 and volunteered his time to build trails, guide WARKENTIN Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise tours, and work towards public acquisition. Mr. today in honor of the 80th Anniversary of the Raiche personally reactivated a science pro- HON. DAVID G. VALADAO Denville Volunteer Fire Department Ladies gram on these lands that had been inacces- OF CALIFORNIA Auxiliary located in Morris County, New Jer- sible for 30 years and which had been the site IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sey. of some very early and important work on ge- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 The Ladies Auxiliary emerged in 1936 as ology and plate tectonics. the result of the continued expansion of the During his involvement at The Cedars, Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Denville Volunteer Fire Department, which Roger Raiche has made an invaluable con- honor the life and accomplishments of Don was originally conceived and founded in 1926. tribution to the natural history of California and Warkentin, former President of West Hills Col- Since its creation, the Ladies Auxiliary has the preservation of the unique environment of lege Lemoore, who sadly passed away on served a crucial role in assisting the Denville The Cedars, and it is fitting to recognize this February 1, 2016. Volunteer Fire Department in its mission to legacy. Mr. Warkentin was born in Reedley, Cali- protect and serve citizens of Denville and sur- f fornia on November 15, 1946 to Vern and rounding communities. Doris Warkentin. After his graduation from The original role of the women was to pro- HONORING CLACKAMAS COMMU- Reedley High School, he went on to study at vide refreshments to firefighters at the scene. NITY COLLEGE’S 50TH ANNIVER- Reedley College and later California State However, one of the Ladies Auxiliary’s most SARY University, Chico. At the outbreak of the Viet- important contributions to the developing de- nam War, Mr. Warkentin enlisted as a Lieuten- partment was their dedication to fundraising. HON. KURT SCHRADER ant in the United States Army and eventually The women hosted raffles, parties, and even OF OREGON rose to the rank of Captain, receiving two Pur- canvassed door-to-door in an effort to help the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ple Hearts in the process. After his service to department pay for equipment and improve- our country, he married the love of his life ments. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Betty. Together, they had two children, Brooke A particular incident in the 1980s is a testa- Mr. SCHRADER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in and Steven. ment to the importance of the Ladies Auxiliary honor of Clackamas Community College Mr. Warkentin’s long career in education in serving not just the department, but the citi- (CCC) as it celebrates its 50th anniversary this began in 1973 when he accepted a position zens they swore to protect. The department year. Founded in 1966, with 93 part-time stu- as a biology teacher for Lemoore High School. had recently rescued several dozen motorists dents taking classes at Gladstone High School Mr. Warkentin also served as a football and trapped on the highway during a vicious snow- and 600 more added by the end of the first baseball coach, athletic director, and principal storm, and opted to house them at one of the school year, CCC has since grown to serving of the continuation school for adults wishing to department member’s houses. The Ladies over 35,000 students across three distinct complete their education. In 1986, he began Auxiliary fed and cared for these individuals campuses and two extension sites. Through- work as an Associate Dean at West Hills Col- over the two-day period where they were out its development, CCC has remained com- lege Kings County Center, known today as housed, and nursed back to health. mitted to its values, a student-centered focus, West Hills College Lemoore, and his commit- The Ladies Auxiliary is a critical facet of the and a collective decision-making process that ment to the institution continued until his re- central department, and the time and dedica- drives its mission. tirement, just months prior to his passing.

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DAVID YOUNG porter, Vice-President of Student Council, Beta In 2004, Mr. Warkentin’s career culminated OF IOWA Club Member, Yearbook Staff and Editor, Jun- with his promotion to President of West Hills IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ior Homecoming Maid, Captain of the Cheerleading Team, Honor Student, and Most College Lemoore, a position which he held Wednesday, April 13, 2016 until December 2015. Mr. Warkentin’s dedica- Beautiful. tion to the field of education was without ques- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Patrina received her Bachelor of Science tion and West Hills College Lemoore stands today to recognize and congratulate Jan Degree from Jackson State University in 1991 today as a memorial to his strength of char- Glendening for being named a 2016 Forty with Magna Cum Laude. She completed a acter and work ethic. Under 40 honoree by the award-winning cen- Master of Science in Teaching from Jackson Mr. Warkentin’s commitment to our commu- tral Iowa publication, Business Record. State University in 1994 in General Science nity was not exclusive to West Hills College Since 2000, Business Record has under- Education. In 2008, Patrina received her CDA Lemoore, but included his active membership taken an exhaustive annual review to identify from the Child Development Associate Na- in the Lemoore Chamber of Commerce, a standout group of young leaders in the tional Credentialing Program with endorse- Kiwanis Club, and the Kings County Economic Greater Des Moines Area that are making an ments in Infants and Toddlers and Preschool Development Corporation. With his passing impact in their communities and their careers. Education. Patrina is married to Dr. Glen W. Dace, II of our community has lost a great leader and his Each year, forty up-and-coming community Meridian, Mississippi. They are the proud par- dedication to the Central Valley deserves our and business leaders under 40 years of age ents of three daughters: Racolesha (30), recognition and gratitude. are selected for this prestigious honor based Ramanda (22), Glendolyn (17); a son-in-law, Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the on a combined criteria of community involve- Frederick; and two grandchildren: Kennedy United States House of Representatives to ment and success in their chosen career field. and Kyler. The Dace family resides in Terry, join me in honoring the life and achievements The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees Mississippi, and attends New Horizon Inter- of President Emeritus Don Warkentin. My will join an impressive roster of 640 business national Church in Jackson, Mississippi. thoughts and prayers are with his wife Betty leaders and growing. Patrina has served her church family for sev- and their two children, Brooke and Steven dur- As the Iowa state director for the Nature enteen years and has been a deaconess for ing this difficult time. Conservancy, Jan has been dedicated to find- ing solutions for some of Iowa’s most impor- eleven years. f Patrina’s faith in Christ and desire to know tant issues revolving around land and water Him has created a passion for serving others. GRAND OPENING OF THE CON- preservation. She is dedicated to educating She is active in the community and is a mem- SUMERS ENERGY INNOVATION Iowans on the importance of taking care of our ber of: Jackson Chamber of Commerce, Mi- CENTER lands as well as finding solutions to the issues nority Business Owner, Byram Business Asso- we face today. Jan also dedicates her time ciation, Mississippi Early Childhood Associa- and talents to Iowa’s Water and Land Legacy HON. TIM WALBERG tion and Southern Early Childhood. OF MICHIGAN Executive Committee that works to build re- In August of 2003, Glen and Patrina opened IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sources for the Natural Resources and Out- Kaleidoscope of Learning Preschool and After door Recreation Trust Fund. Her commitment Wednesday, April 13, 2016 School in Byram, Mississippi with a license ca- to preserving our lands and leaving them bet- pacity of 49. Four years later, they decided to Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ter off for our future generations is a true tes- build a new facility to accommodate the in- recognition of the grand opening of the Con- tament to her Iowa values. creasing demand for childcare in the Byram sumers Energy Innovation Center. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- area. The vision was clear, but much work Located in downtown Jackson, Michigan, resent leaders like Jan in the United States was still to be done. They worked full time the center will be home to Consumers Energy Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- professional jobs with a desire to open a new employees, CP Federal Credit Union, the Heat ognize and applaud her for utilizing her talents center. In June 2007 Glen and Patrina’s hard and Warmth Fund and the Anchor Initiative to better both her community and the great work and diligence paid off, and a brand new headquarters. state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the facility was built with a license capacity of 150. This initiative is an effort to promote Jack- United States House of Representatives join This business adventure was a major accom- son’s downtown area as a vibrant place to me in congratulating Jan on receiving this es- plishment for them. live, work, and innovate. Consumers Energy teemed designation, thanking those at Busi- Prior to becoming a fulltime employee at and CP Federal Credit Union are among the ness Record for their great work, and wishing Kaleidoscope of Learning in April 2008, more than 20 area employers that have com- each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 Patrina served as Director of Environmental mitted to the revitalization program. class a long and successful career. Microbiology for the Mississippi State Depart- The building will feature a floor that is dedi- f ment of Public Health Laboratory. She worked cated to community growth and will serve as as a Laboratory Technologist for 11 years and a collaborative space available to the build- HONORING KALEIDOSCOPE OF a Division Director for 4 years. Patina’s certifi- ing’s tenants. This will allow further collabora- LEARNING PRESCHOOL AND cations included: Laboratory Evaluation Officer tion between Consumers Energy and The AFTER SCHOOL by FDA and Laboratory Certification Officer by Heat and Warmth Fund on the development of EPA. She worked fifteen years for the Mis- energy assistance options for Michigan resi- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON sissippi Department of Health and eight years dents in need. OF MISSISSIPPI in the Jackson Public School System. On De- Consumers Energy—headquartered in Jack- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cember 31, 2013, after serving 25 years in the son—has demonstrated a commitment to its Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Public Employee Retirement System of the hometown by investing resources into the State of Mississippi, she retired at the age of positive transformation of the city. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- forty-six. On April 15, this innovative hub will open its er, I rise today to honor a remarkable school, Patrina is currently a full time owner, oper- doors for the first time. The building, which Kaleidoscope of Learning Preschool and After ator, and director at Kaleidoscope of Learning had previously stood vacant for over 10 years, School of Byram, Mississippi, and the great Preschool and After School. She provides will now serve as a center filled with new leadership it is under. many years of business development and ideas and state-of-the-art tools to support eco- Patrina Robinson Dace is a native of management experience to the Kaleidoscope nomic expansion. Georgetown, Mississippi. She is the seventh of Learning family. Patrina is responsible for I applaud Consumers Energy for its contin- of eighth children (four girls and four boys) overseeing the day-to-day operations, account ued commitment to our community and con- born to Mr. L.J. and Mrs. Lula Lewis Robin- management, hiring, budgeting, payroll, inven- gratulate them on the opening of the new In- son. She attended: Brushy Creek Headstart; tory, classroom management, and administra- novation Center. I look forward to the solu- Crystal Springs Elementary; Crystal Springs tive duties.

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Patrina, one day, decided that instead of guished colleagues to join me in congratu- making the families in her community drive for Wednesday, April 13, 2016 lating Andrew Jones on his hard work and ath- quality care, she would be the one to step up Mr. BABIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cel- letic accomplishments. and provide it. It made good business sense ebrate the achievements of the Mendoza De- f as it also opened up many doors to be able bate Society at Lee College, in Baytown, to minister to families, by providing a loving, Texas. On April 4, 2016, the Debate Team PERSONAL EXPLANATION caring, and Christian environment to children, won their third consecutive Community Col- while their parents are away at work. Since lege National Championship in the Inter- HON. PETER J. ROSKAM opening in 2003, many of our students have national Public Debate Association (IPDA) Na- OF ILLINOIS shown to perform at the top of their class. The tional Championship Tournament. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Led by Director of Forensics, Joe Ganakos, first children to start at Kaleidoscope are in Wednesday, April 13, 2016 high school now and are expected to graduate the Mendoza Debate Society has become the high school in 2019. top-ranked IPDA debate program in Texas for Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, on roll call no. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me 2015–2016. The debaters achieved this in- 139, I was unavoidably detained. in recognizing Kaleidoscope of Learning and credible success through their unmatched Had I been present, I would have voted After School for its dedication to serving our work ethic and countless hours of practice. I Yea. great state of Mississippi. extend my congratulations to all the members f of the Mendoza Debate Society, captained by HONORING THE 250TH BIRTHDAY Kyle Diamond and Rigo Ruiz—and I wish f OF COLLIN MCKINNEY them all continued success in their future en- HONORING COMMONWEAL deavors. f HON. PETE SESSIONS HON. JARED HUFFMAN OF TEXAS CONGRATULATING ANDREW JONES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA ON BECOMING A MCDONALD’S IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ALL AMERICAN Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in honor of the 250th birthday of Collin McKin- Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in HON. KENNY MARCHANT OF TEXAS ney, a Texas patriot, statesman, and hero. Mr. recognition of Commonweal, a nonprofit in McKinney was a drafter and signer of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Marin County, California, in honor of their 40th Texas Constitution and is the namesake of anniversary. By serving our community in in- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Collin County and the city of McKinney. His numerable ways, from offering a healing Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today courage of conviction and love of Texas fun- space for people living with illnesses to pro- to congratulate Andrew Jones of Irving, Texas, damentally shaped our state’s history and our viding educational opportunities to advocating on being named to the 2016 McDonald’s All nation. Mr. McKinney was born to Scottish im- for juvenile justice reform, Commonweal has American basketball roster. This is a tremen- migrant parents on April 17, 1766, in New Jer- had a unique and far-reaching influence dous honor from the basketball community as sey. Years later he moved to Kentucky before across many issues and areas for a genera- it pits the best high school players in the coun- settling in our great state of Texas. Mr. McKin- tion. try against one another in an exhibition game. ney was a man of faith and boldly preached Founded in 1976 by Michael Lerner, Caro- Mr. Jones also participated in the three-point the gospel message of love and redemption. lyn Brown, and Burr Heneman, Commonweal competition and Legends and Stars Shootout Mr. McKinney and four other individuals was envisioned as a healing space to serve as the players display their shooting ability were drafted by Judge Richard Ellis at the people and the planet. From the beginning, and point guard play. convention meeting at Old Washington-on-the- their partnership with the National Park Serv- The requirements to become a McDonald’s Brazos to write a declaration of separation ice has helped supply an appropriate back- All American are extensive as you must con- from Mexico. Today, we know this document drop—a scenic 60-acre site just south of the sistently be a consensus Top 20 player in the bearing Collin McKinney’s signature as the Point Reyes National Seashore—for the com- national rankings, and earn enough votes from Texas Declaration of Independence. He later passionate, attentive work done by the dedi- the selection committee. Andrew was one of went on to serve the Red River District in the cated staff and Commonweal community over 24 high school senior basketball players se- First, Second, and Fourth Congresses of the the years. lected to join this elite group of young men as Republic of Texas. Commonweal’s efforts have touched count- the best in the country from over 100,000 Author Samuel Houston Dixon wrote in his less lives within three broad areas of focus. players nationwide. Andrew has been consist- book ‘‘The Men Who Made Texas Free’’ that Their health and healing programing includes ently rated as one of the best guards in the ‘‘Mr. McKinney was a man of most admirable week-long retreats for people with cancer and 2016 class with his ability to create plays and character. He possessed a spirit of progres- yoga therapy classes. Their efforts to support soft touch around the rim. Mr. Jones’ following siveness which dominated his life. No one of the arts and education include classes for has only grown as his tremendous improve- that group of pioneers exercised a more teachers and students to better integrate cre- ment has been highlighted over the past year wholesome influence over those with whom he ative thinking into school curriculum. Finally, in his spring and summer performances in the came in contact than Mr. McKinney. He lived their advocacy for the environment and justice Amateur Athletic Union (AAU). He brings great a life worthy of emulation and was held in high incorporates work on health effects of environ- pride to the basketball community of Texas. esteem.’’ mental factors and research on juvenile justice Andrew has a natural gift for the game of In 1846 he settled near the Grayson-Collin laws. Their work is multifaceted and extensive, basketball as his court vision and slashing ca- county line which would become his final rest- and has left a lasting, positive impact that can pabilities creates scoring opportunities and ing place and later bear his name. In 1936 the be felt throughout our community. proves to be a nightmare for opposing teams. Texas Centennial Commission had his house For four decades, Commonweal has been a Andrew will only improve at the collegiate level moved to Finch Park in McKinney. Mr. McKin- beloved, wide-reaching organization, and they as his basketball gift continues to attract ad- ney lived under eight different governments in have contributed significantly to West Marin’s mirers and people who look up to him includ- his life. He was born a subject of King George culture and character. It is therefore appro- ing young fans that need positive role models III, became a citizen of the Colonial Govern- priate that we honor them today for their ongo- in their lives. ment of the 13 Colonies, then the United ing work and congratulate them on their anni- While Andrew continues to receive praise States, Mexico, the Provisional Government versary celebration. from scouts and people close to him, he has established by the Texans in 1835, the Texas

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He taught study his life so that we may continue his leg- Dr. Herts holds a Ph.D. Degree in Planning at Tuskegee, Grambling, and Southern univer- acy. and Public Policy from Rutgers Graduate sities and established Douglass High School f School-New Brunswick and the Edward J. for African Americans in his northern Lou- Bloustein School of Planning and Public Pol- isiana hometown. Dr. Herts acknowledges HONORING DR. ROLANDO D. HERTS icy. His dissertation From Outreach to En- Harrison Douglass, as well as his grand- gaged Placemaking: Understanding Public parents Mr. Archie and Leola Simmons and HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Land-Grant University Involvement with Tour- Mr. Hermon and Shelley Herts, as key OF MISSISSIPPI ism Planning and Development examines uni- sources of inspiration for his parents and him- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES versity-community tourism engagement as a self as they completed higher levels of edu- destination promotion and economic develop- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 cation and committed their lives to serving ment strategy. His reflective essay, ‘‘Sacred communities of diversity. Dr. Herts is pro- Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Ground, Traveling Light: Personal Reflections moting and preserving this family tradition by er, I rise today to honor a remarkable Black on University-Community Tourism Engage- encouraging the next generation to learn Professional, Dr. Rolando D. Herts, a resident ment,’’ won the prize for Best Treatise in Im- about and celebrate their heritage. In par- of Cleveland, Mississippi. pressions, Ruminations, Treatises: Essays on ticular, he is dedicated to sharing heritage- Dr. Rolando D. Herts is the Director of the Intersectionality, Praxis, and the Educational based educational opportunities with his sis- Delta Center for Culture and Learning at Delta Arena, a collection published by the Institute ters, nieces, and nephew. State University in Cleveland, Mississippi. The For Recruitment of Teachers, Phillips Acad- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Delta Center serves as the management entity emy, Andover, Massachusetts. Dr. Herts also in recognizing an amazing black professional for the Mississippi Delta National Heritage holds a M.Phil. Degree in Planning and Public and community landscape innovator. Area, a partnership between the people of the Policy from Rutgers, an M.A. Degree in Social f Mississippi Delta and the National Park Serv- Science from the University of Chicago, and a ice designed to promote understanding of the B.A. Degree in English from Morehouse Col- CELEBRATING THE 75TH ANNIVER- Delta’s cultural heritage through education, lege. His interests include university-commu- SARY OF THE NUTLEY HIGH tourism, and economic development. The nity engagement and partnership develop- SCHOOL CREW PROGRAM Delta Center also oversees the International ment, community-based tourism planning, Delta Blues Project, a three-tiered initiative place branding/marketing, community and re- HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN featuring an International Conference on the gional development, and interorganizational OF NEW JERSEY Blues, the development of an academic blues collaboration. He is a member of the Rotary IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES studies program, and a Blues Leadership In- Club of Cleveland, Mississippi, which is an af- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 cubator for entrepreneurship and economic filiate of Rotary International, a worldwide net- Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise development, which aligns with Delta State work of business and professional leaders today in celebration of the 75th Anniversary of University’s goal of becoming a destination for dedicated to humanitarian service. the Nutley High School Crew Program. blues education with GRAMMY Museum Mis- Education, community engagement, public The Nutley High School Crew team first sissippi. service and cultural heritage development began rowing on the Passaic River in 1942. Previously, Dr. Herts was Associate Director have been prominent themes in Dr. Herts’ Founded by Coach Bill Bennet, the crew pro- with the Office of University-Community Part- family. His father, Dr. George E. Herts, earned gram has provided a productive and competi- nerships (OUCP) at Rutgers, the State Univer- a Doctorate in Educational Administration from tive outlet for Nutley students for the past 75 sity of New Jersey. In this capacity, he helped the University of Illinois Urbana-Champagne, years. Although the program initially was avail- to advance a learning organization model that became the first African-American Super- able only to male students, the early 1980s integrates university-community partnership intendent of schools in the Arkansas Delta saw the introduction of a women’s crew pro- development, campus and community event community of Eudora, and subsequently com- gram. Since then, both the men’s and wom- planning and management, and campus and pleted 30 years of service at the University of en’s teams have been dominant forces in high visitor information functions. During his tenure Arkansas at Pine Bluff in various leadership school crew, with athletes competing against with Office of University-Community Partner- capacities, including Dean of the School of some of the best teams in the United States ships, Dr. Herts collaborated with an array of Education and Dean of Graduate and Con- and Canada. local, regional, and state entities—including tinuing Studies. His mother, Dr. Ruth Sim- Graduates of the Nutley program have gone the Greater Newark Convention and Visitors mons-Herts, earned a doctorate in Educational on to have successful athletic and academic Bureau, Brick City Development Corporation, Administration at the University of Arkansas at careers, with many continuing to row at some New Jersey Department of Travel and Tour- Fayetteville, and served for several years as a of the top college programs in the country. ism, the City of Newark, the Rutgers Center public school central office administrator in Lit- The industrious nature and sense of teamwork for Latino Arts and Culture, WBGO 88.3 Jazz tle Rock, Arkansas, and as Assistant Dean of fostered by the Nutley program in its athletes FM radio, and the Newark Literacy Cam- the School of Education and the Director of are easily translatable in a variety of settings. paign—to help promote the university and the Performance Based Education at Langston These athletes utilize the skills developed surrounding community and region as distinc- University in Oklahoma. For over 25 years, within the program throughout their post-high tive educational destinations. As a Leadership she has served in local, regional, and national school careers. Newark Fellow, he was presented the leadership roles as a member of The Links, Nutley rowers are notable for the high aca- Berkowitz Distinguished Service Award for his Incorporated, an international service organi- demic performance levels they have main- commitment to the Greater Newark commu- zation of African-American women. She also tained alongside their athletic achievements. nity. was a member of the Rotary Club of Little The intensity of training and racing schedules Prior to working at Rutgers, Dr. Herts was a Rock, the oldest and largest civic organization in no way impedes academic performance, but faculty member with the Fanning Institute, a in Arkansas, and served on several commu- rather assists in forming well-rounded, athletic public service unit at the University of Georgia nity boards including the Arkansas Arts Center students. where he was selected to participate in the and Black Community Developers, Inc., which Nutley High School Crew alumni and their Emerging Engagement Scholars Workshop of brought the internationally-renowned More- children often return to the program to con- the Engagement Scholarship Consortium. He house College Glee Club to Little Rock for the tinue its tradition of cultivating strong rowers also served as program director of INSPIRE/ first time in the singing organization’s history and even stronger leaders. Whether coaching TRIO Student Support Services, a top-funded during the younger Dr. Herts’ tenure as tour or rowing, these individuals are important federal retention and graduation program for manager of the Glee Club and as baritone community figures and contribute substantially first-generation college students at the Univer- member of the Morehouse College Quartet. to the Township of Nutley. sity of Arkansas at Pine Bluff. In addition, he Dr. Herts is dedicated to building upon the Over the years, both the Nutley Board of completed a two-year teaching commitment exemplary legacy of service established by his Education and the Nutley Crew Boosters have

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A13AP8.041 E13APPT1 smartinez on DSK9F6TC42PROD with REMARKS April 13, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E447 been incredibly supportive of the program. Founded by Steve and Nancy Sheetz to in- beautiful small city, strategically located in Without their contributions, the program would still leadership and an entrepreneurial mindset the south-central part of Shelby County. We be unable to maintain its strength. in students studying business at Penn State had a population of 11,800 residents according For 75 years, the Nutley High School Crew to the 2010 census, but I believe thousands Altoona, the Sheetz Fellows Program con- more today. Between the 2000 to 2010 census, team has been a staple of the Nutley commu- tinues to make a positive impact in the lives of our city was title as being the fastest grow- nity, allowing student athletes to compete and the committed Penn State Altoona student ing city (percentage wise), in the State of contribute. Their contributions are invaluable in participants. While the generosity of the Alabama. making Nutley a dynamic, involved township. Sheetz family is worth highlighting, I believe This rapid growth is what led our City Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in hon- Professor Bon also deserves appreciation for Leaders to have our district lines redrawn. oring the Nutley High School Crew program as her role in making the program a continued The results of these new lines eliminated the they celebrate their 75th Anniversary. success. As the Executive Director of the sole minority-majority district in the city. Changing it’s minority voting percentages f Sheetz Center for Entrepreneurial Excellence, from about 69 percent down to about 28 per- Professor Bon has been instrumental in exe- TRIBUTE TO RYAN JENSEN cent. cuting the program’s important mission of After submitting these changes to the De- teaching and mentoring students to be tomor- partment Of Justice for pre-clearance, they HON. DAVID YOUNG row’s key decision-makers and to impart in were rejected because the DOJ said it clearly OF IOWA them a strong sense of servant leadership. disadvantage the African American Commu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES On behalf of the 9th Congressional District nity. The City was in an election year and Wednesday, April 13, 2016 of Pennsylvania, I want to thank Professor was order not to hold it election with these new changes by the DOJ. Yet the City Mayor Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Bon for her commitment to these high ideals chose to continue on with the municipal today to recognize and congratulate Ryan and recognize her success in pursuing them. election. Jensen for being named a 2016 Forty Under Thanks to her and her colleagues at Penn In this election I lost my seat in my dis- 40 honoree by the award-winning central Iowa State Altoona, our community will continue to trict, but learned two days later that the De- publication, Business Record. benefit from the actions and ideas of an ambi- partment of Justice had filed a lawsuit Since 2000, Business Record has under- tious student body. against the city. Outrage was mounting be- cause the African American Community said f taken an exhaustive annual review to identify they had no chance of electing a candidate of a standout group of young leaders in the STATEMENTS GIVEN AT ‘‘RE- their choice. Greater Des Moines Area that are making an STORE THE VOTE: A CONGRES- Changes were made to the city’s plans impact in their communities and their careers. SIONAL FORUM ON THE CUR- after meeting in Washington, DC with the Each year, forty up-and-coming community DOJ and pre-clearance were granted. A new RENT STATE OF VOTING RIGHTS municipal election was held in 2009, resulting and business leaders under 40 years of age IN AMERICA’’ are selected for this prestigious honor based in me winning my seat again. I know with- on a combined criteria of community involve- out a doubt this would not have happened if HON. TERRI A. SEWELL the VRA, (especially the pre-clearance sec- ment and success in their chosen career field. tion), didn’t protect the most vulnerable. The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees OF ALABAMA STATEMENT OF J. RICHARD COHEN, PRESIDENT, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES will join an impressive roster of 640 business SOUTHERN POVERTY LAW CENTER leaders and growing. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Good afternoon. The fact that we must be As Vice President of CBRE/Hubbell Com- here talking about voting rights 51 years mercial, Ryan continuously works hard to be Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, the statements found below were given during an after Congress passed the Voting Rights Act one of the best, most recognized leaders with- is a national disgrace, one that dishonors the in the real estate investment industry. He event titled—Restore the Vote: A Congres- many who fought for the precious right to works tirelessly to provide accurate, high qual- sional Forum on the Current State of Voting vote and the millions who were ity investment information for his clients and Rights in America. The forum was held on disenfranchised for decades in our country will take that expertise to start a new real es- Saturday, March 5, 2016 in the Birmingham because of their race. It particularly dis- tate investment platform later this year. Ryan City Council Chambers located at Birmingham honors the brave Americans who sacrificed City Hall. The forum provided elected officials, their lives so that everyone, regardless of is also passionate about giving back to his race, creed or color, could have a voice in our community and serves on the board of direc- community leaders, scholars, and the general public the opportunity to examine modern-day democracy—people like Jimmie Lee Jack- tors for Variety—The Children’s Charity. son, Viola Liuzzo, James Chaney, Andrew Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- voting rights as well as discuss the current Goodman and Michael Schwerner. resent leaders like Ryan in the United States challenges and barriers facing equal access to A year ago at this time, we were cele- Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- the ballot box. Discussions also focused on brating the 50th anniversary of Bloody Sun- ognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents how community leaders and average Amer- day. And, of course, we will observe the 51 to better both his community and the great ican citizens can galvanize support around en- anniversary in two days. We all know that suring every American is able to exercise their the events of that fateful day and the subse- state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the quent completion of the march to Mont- United States House of Representatives join constitutionally protected right to vote. The forum was hosted by Congresswoman gomery led to passage of the Voting Rights me in congratulating Ryan on receiving this Act of 1965, perhaps the crowning achieve- esteemed designation, thanking those at Busi- TERRI A. SEWELL, and included special guests ment of the civil rights movement—one that ness Record for their great work, and wishing Rep. JOHN LEWIS, Rep. JIM CLYBURN, Rep. drove the final nail into the coffin of Jim each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 G.K. BUTTERFIELD, Rep. SHEILA JACKSON LEE, Crow. class a long and successful career. Rep. BARBARA LEE, Rep. HANK JOHNSON, Rep. Forty-one years later, in 2006, when it re- KAREN BASS, Rep. MARC VEASEY, and Rep. authorized Section 4, Congress remarked on f STACEY PLASKETT, Birmingham Mayor William the tremendous progress that had been made RECOGNIZING PROFESSOR DONNA Bell, and Birmingham City Council President under the Act to address first-generation J. BON OF PENN STATE AL- Johnathan Austin. The panelists included Jef- barriers to voting—like literacy tests and TOONA FOR HER ENTREPRE- poll taxes—that kept many minority voters ferson County Clerk of Court Anne Marie from casting ballots. NEURIAL SPIRIT Adams, President of Southern Poverty Law At the same time, Congress noted that Center Richard Cohen, Metro Birmingham vestiges of discrimination continued in the HON. BILL SHUSTER Branch NAACP President Hezekiah Jackson states covered by the original Act in the OF PENNSYLVANIA the IV, Calera, Alabama City Councilman Er- form of second-generation barriers that di- luted the voting strength of African Ameri- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nest Montgomery, and President of the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies cans and other minorities. These included Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Spencer Overton. such practices as gerrymandering, at-large Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to voting and the use of multimember legisla- STATEMENT OF COUNCILMAN ERNEST MONT- tive districts. recognize Professor Donna J. Bon, of Penn GOMERY, THE CITY OF CALERA’S 2008 MUNIC- Today, 10 years later, we still have those State Altoona, for her commitment to bol- IPAL ELECTION second-generation barriers. For example, the stering the entrepreneurial spirit within Penn My name is Ernest Montgomery and I am Alabama legislature in 2012 passed a redis- State Altoona and the Sheetz Fellows Pro- a City Councilman, representing District 2 in tricting plan that packed black voters into gram. the City of Calera Alabama. Our City is a legislative districts, thereby reducing their

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And, we must modernize our pending before the district court. cate, passport, naturalization certificate or antiquated elections system in ways that But second-generation barriers are not the other proof. make sense for the world we live in today— only problem today. Tragically, we’re once At the center of these efforts is Kansas in ways that will bring many more people, again fighting the battle to remove first-gen- Secretary of State Kris Kobach, who doubles not fewer, to the ballot box and result in eration barriers that suppress the votes of as counsel for a nativist extremist organiza- government that is truly of the people, by minorities—a battle that was fought 50 years tion called the Federation for American Im- the people and for the people. ago. migration Reform. Kobach was the architect As the Declaration of Independence says, Many have been implemented since the of the notorious anti-immigrant law in Ari- governments derive their just powers from U.S. Supreme Court gutted the preclearance zona known as SB 1070—a discriminatory law the consent of the governed. It does not say requirement of the Voting Rights Act in its that was struck down by the U.S. Supreme ‘‘some’’ of the governed. We must ensure Shelby decision. The passage of the laws re- Court. Kobach was also behind an even more that everyone has a voice. The future of our stricting voting rights has, in fact, acceler- draconian, anti-immigrant law in Alabama, great democracy depends on it. ated since Shelby. HB 57, which was also dismantled by the STATEMENT OF SPENCER OVERTON, PRESIDENT, Here in Alabama, the legislature passed a courts. JOINT CENTER FOR POLITICAL AND ECONOMIC law in 2011 that requires voters to produce The cumulative impact of all of these ef- STUDIES, PROFESSOR OF LAW, THE GEORGE one of seven kinds of photo IDs. But, even forts to suppress the vote is that millions of WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY LAW SCHOOL though preclearance by the Justice Depart- Americans—minorities, the elderly, the dis- ment was still required under the Voting abled and others—will be disenfranchised, I am President of the Joint Center for Po- Rights Act at the time, the state did not sub- their voices silenced. litical and Economic Studies, an organiza- mit it for review. Instead, it waited two And that is, of course, the goal of these tion that was created due to the events of years. laws. The movement to restrict the vote, as Bloody Sunday and the Voting Rights Act Then, on June 26, 2013, the very next day we all know, has nothing to do with com- that followed. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 after the Supreme Court relieved Alabama bating ‘‘voter fraud,’’ which is, essentially, enfranchised hundreds of thousands of black and other states of their preclearance obliga- nonexistent in our country. voters, these black voters elected hundreds tions, the state announced it would begin to Here in Alabama, our secretary of state, of new black elected officials, and in 1970 the enforce the law. The Alabama Secretary of John Merrill, has characterized voting as a Joint Center was founded to support these State’s office has estimated that at least ‘‘privilege.’’ And I think that statement, in black elected officials. Today, the Joint Cen- 280,000 registered voters—disproportionately some ways, reveals a certain mindset that ter focuses on providing innovative research, minority voters—lack the type of photo IDs we are facing. We would never call our First ideas, and support to leading elected officials required to vote. Amendment freedoms of speech and religion of color nationwide. I am also a tenured Pro- It’s questionable whether Alabama’s photo privileges. We would never call our right to fessor of Law at The George Washington Uni- ID law would have been precleared by the bear arms a privilege. We would certainly versity Law School. I regularly teach a vot- Justice Department under the Voting Rights never call it a privilege to be free from un- ing law course, and in previous years I have Act. It can, of course, still be challenged in reasonable searches and seizures. Privileges taught courses on civil rights and the law of federal court—and, indeed, it is being chal- are something to be earned or granted. They democracy generally. lenged. But blocking the law is much more can be taken away. The rights guaranteed I. Background: Shelby County and difficult in a lawsuit, because the burden of under our Constitution cannot. We firmly Congressional Efforts To Update the Act proof is on the plaintiffs to show discrimina- support Congressional efforts to restore the A. Shelby County v. Holder tory intent or effect. Prior to Shelby, the federal preclearance requirement that was burden of proof was on states like Alabama— stripped from the Voting Rights Act in In Shelby County, the Court held unconsti- which have long histories of discrimination Shelby. But we know that restoring the Vot- tutional the Section 4(b) coverage formula against African Americans—to show that ing Rights Act will not resolve all of the that determined which jurisdictions must any new law would not have a retrogressive problems. Our country’s needs broader re- comply with the preclearance requirements or racially discriminatory impact. form. We need a new vision for voting to of Section 5 of the Voting Rights Act. Sec- To add insult to injury, Alabama Gov. Rob- bring the system into the 21st century. tion 5 requires federal preclearance of ert Bentley last year reduced the operating The election process in the United States changes affecting voting in ‘‘covered’’ juris- hours of the state offices in 27 largely poor, is a relic of the 18th and 19th centuries—an dictions before the changes are implemented. rural counties where residents can obtain era when only white male property owners Section 4(b) as originally adopted and up- the IDs they need to meet the requirements were allowed to vote and when Congress was dated provided formulas that identified as of the photo ID law. African Americans more concerned about the time it took to ‘‘covered’’ jurisdictions with a voting test or make up a larger share of the population in travel to polling stations on horse than two- device and less than 50 percent voter reg- those counties than in other parts of the hour lines at the polls. The current system istration or turnout in the 1964, 1968, or 1972 state, where the office hours were not cur- makes sense in the context of the 1850s, but general Presidential elections. tailed. it ignores the technology and the complex- In Shelby County, the Court stated ‘‘a de- Rather than move toward same-day reg- ities of life and work in today’s world. The parture from the fundamental principle of istration, the Alabama Legislature has reason we vote on Tuesday illustrates the equal sovereignty requires a showing that a moved further from it since Shelby. Despite point. statute’s disparate geographic coverage is the fact that for many years voters were al- In 1845, Congress determined that Tuesday sufficiently related to the problem that it lowed to register 10 days in advance of an was the best day to hold elections because targets,’’ and that ‘‘current burdens . . . election—and despite technological ad- Saturday was a workday for farmers, Sunday must be justified by current needs.’’ The vances—in 2014 the legislature extended the the Sabbath, and Wednesday was a market Court believed that in the past the 4(b) cov- period to 14 days. Since then, there have day. Tuesday gave voters a full day to travel erage formula based on tests and low turnout been legislative attempts to extend it even by horse to the county polling station. from 1964, 1968, and 1972 elections was ‘‘suffi- further—to 30 days. Not only are Tuesdays now a workday for ciently related to the problem,’’—that it was Alabama, of course, is not alone in enact- most Americans, but having only a 12–hour ‘‘rational in both practice and theory,’’ ‘‘re- ing racially discriminatory voting laws. Ac- window to vote completely ignores today’s flected those jurisdictions uniquely charac- cording to the National Conference of State work schedules, childcare needs, and other terized by voting discrimination,’’ and Legislatures, 33 states now have some form features of modern life. This system particu- ‘‘link[ed] coverage to the devices used to ef- of voter ID law in effect. And, according to larly disadvantages lower-income people who fectuate discrimination.’’ The Court ob- the Brennan Center for Justice, 21 states are more likely to work for hourly wages, served that ‘‘[t]he formula looked to cause have enacted new restrictions since the 2010 who often cannot afford to miss work, or who (discriminatory tests) and effect (low voter mid-term elections. Sixteen have new voting may not be allowed to leave their job. registration and turnout), and tailored the restrictions in place for the first time in a For a country that prides itself on our de- remedy (preclearance) to those jurisdictions presidential election. In addition, 27 states mocracy—a country that has sacrificed thou- exhibiting both.’’ have attempted to purge their voting rolls sands of our brave young men and women in In contrast, the Court believed that the since Shelby, leading to numerous lawsuits the fields of war in defense of our democratic coverage formula based on 1964, 1968, and 1972 claiming these purges targeted minority vot- values—this is simply not acceptable. We can turnout and tests was not tailored to address ers. and must do better. discrimination today. The Court noted that Also, some states are now pushing to make For starters, we must restore the Congress altered the coverage formula in voters prove their citizenship when reg- preclearance requirement that was shredded 1970 (adding counties in California, New istering. A recent decision by the federal in Shelby. The political machinations of the Hampshire, and New York), and 1975 (adding Election Assistance Commission has allowed last few years have laid bare the unfortunate the States of Alaska, Arizona, and Texas,

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But such tests have While the holding in Shelby County was RECOGNIZING COMMAND been banned nationwide for over 40 years. limited to invalidating the coverage for- SERGEANT MAJOR LANCE LEHR And voter registration and turnout numbers mula, the decision has a significant impact. in the covered States have risen dramati- It effectively suspends Section 5 cally in the years since.’’ preclearance in all jurisdictions other than HON. BETO O’ROURKE The Court did not believe that the record the handful currently subject to a Section OF TEXAS Congress amassed in 2006 establishing vote 3(c) ‘‘bail in’’ court order, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Litigation Not Comprehensive: dilution and other discriminatory practices Wednesday, April 13, 2016 was tied to text of a coverage formula based Preclearance was comprehensive—it deterred on turnout, registration rates, and tests jurisdictions from adopting many unfair Mr. O’ROURKE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to from the 1960s and 1970s. election rules because officials knew every recognize and congratulate Command Ser- The Court explicitly limited its holding to decision would be reviewed. In contrast, liti- gation requires that plaintiffs have the infor- geant Major Lance Lehr on his retirement from the 4(b) coverage formula based on election the United States Army after 30 years of serv- data from the 1960s and 70s, and stated that mation and resources to bring a claim, and ‘‘Congress may draft another formula based therefore litigation misses a lot of under- ice to our country. An esteemed and re- on current conditions.’’ While the Court ob- the-radar manipulation. spected member of the Armor and Cavalry served that states generally regulate state Litigation More Expensive: Preclearance community, Command Sergeant Major Lehr and local elections and that federal also put the burden to show a change was most recently served as the Command Ser- preclearance is ‘‘extraordinary,’’ the Court fair on jurisdictions—which enhanced effi- geant Major of the 1st Armored Division and ciencies because jurisdictions generally have did not find the Section 5 preclearance proc- Fort Bliss. In this role, he served a community ess unconstitutional. Instead, it explicitly better access to information about the pur- pose and effect of their proposed election law of over 30,000 active duty servicemembers recognized that ‘‘voting discrimination still and 47,000 family members. He also played exists,’’ that ‘‘any racial discrimination in changes. Litigation shifts the burden to af- voting is too much,’’ and that Congress has fected citizens—who must employ experts an integral role in strengthening the relation- the power to enforce the Fifteenth Amend- and lawyers who fish for information during ship between Fort Bliss and the El Paso com- ment to prevent voting discrimination. drawn-out discovery processes. munity. Significant Voting Discrimination Per- B. 2014 and 2015 Congressional Efforts To Command Sergeant Major Lehr’s distin- sists: Too many political operatives in pre- guished career includes assignments across Update the Voting Rights Act viously covered jurisdictions continue to Since Shelby County, legislation has been maintain power by unfairly manipulating the United States, Germany, and Bosnia- submitted to update the Voting Rights Act— voting rules based on how voters look or Herzegovina. He has served as a Scout driv- the Voting Rights Amendment Act of 2014 speak. Congress determined as much during er, gunner, and Vehicle Commander; Scout and the Voting Rights Advancement Act of the last reauthorization, and such discrimi- Platoon Sergeant; Operations Sergeant; First 2015. Both bills: 1) tie preclearance to recent nation has occurred since that time in var- Sergeant; and Operations Sergeant Major at instances of discrimination; 2) allow judges ious jurisdictions like Nueces County, Texas, the battalion and brigade level. He also had to order ‘‘bail in’’ preclearance coverage as a While the Court in Shelby County invali- the extremely rare privilege of serving as a remedy for a voting rights violation even in dated the coverage formula because it was Command Sergeant Major for three different the absence of intentional discrimination; 3) based on data from the 1960s and 1970s, the attempt to deter bad activity by requiring Court acknowledged that ‘‘voting discrimi- battalions; the 1st Brigade Combat Team of that jurisdictions nationwide provide notice nation still exists’’ and that ‘‘any racial dis- the 1st Cavalry Division; and the National of certain election changes; and 4) make it crimination in voting is too much.’’ Training Center and Fort Irwin. His deploy- easier for plaintiffs to obtain a preliminary B. Joint Center Report: 50 Years of the ments include Bosnia-Herzegovina, as part of injunction to block potentially discrimina- Voting Rights Act Operation Joint Guard, and Iraq, as part of tory election rules before they are used in an In 2015, the Joint Center for Political and Operation Desert Shield and Desert Storm, election and harm voters. Operation Iraqi Freedom, Operation New There are, however, significant differences. Economic Studies published 50 Years of the Generally, the 2014 Amendment Act basis Voting Rights Act: Dawn, and Operation Spartan Shield. preclearance coverage on jurisdictions with The State of Race in Politics. The 46-page As Command Sergeant Major Lehr embarks significant voting rights violations over the report established that while the Voting on a new chapter in life, it is my hope that he prior 15 years, while the 2015 Amendment Rights Act increased turnout by voters of may recall, with a deep sense of pride and ac- Act focuses on violations over the prior 25 color, citizen voting age population turnout complishment, the outstanding contributions rates among Latinos and Asian Americans years. Thus, while the 2014 Amendment Act he has made to the Fort Bliss and El Paso subjected only Georgia, Louisiana, Mis- trail African-American turnout by 10–15 per- centage points and white turnout by 15–20 communities and to the United States Army. I sissippi, and Texas to preclearance when in- would like to send him my best wishes for troduced, the 2015 Advancement Act applied points. The report also found that racially preclearance to those states plus Alabama, polarized voting persists, and in some con- continued success in his future endeavors. Arkansas, Arizona, California, Florida, New texts is growing. Race is the most significant f York, North Carolina, South Carolina, and factor in urban local elections, and more de- Virginia. The 2014 Amendment Act exempts cisive than income, education, religion, sex- CELEBRATING THE 60TH ANNIVER- voter identification from violations that jus- ual orientation, age, gender, and political SARY OF TEMPLE EMANU-EL OF tify the expansion of preclearance, whereas ideology. The 38 point racial gap exceeds WEST ESSEX the 2015 Advancement Act provides no such even the 33 point gap between Democratic voter identification exemptions. and Republican voters. HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN The 2015 Advancement Act also contains III. Conclusion OF NEW JERSEY provisions that do not appear in the 2014 In the last 51 years the United States has Amendment Act. For example, the 2015 Ad- made significant progress on voting rights. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vancement Act requires preclearance nation- Unfortunately, after Shelby County v. Hold- Wednesday, April 13, 2016 wide for ‘‘known practices’’ historically used er political operatives have more oppor- to discriminate against voters of color, such tunity to unfairly manipulate election rules Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise as: 1) voter qualifications that make it more based on race. The Court in Shelby County today to honor the Temple Emanu-El of West difficult to register or vote (e.g., ID or proof stated that the purpose of the Fifteenth Essex, located in Livingston, Essex County, of citizenship documentation); 2) redis- Amendment is ‘‘to ensure a better future,’’ New Jersey as it celebrates its 60th Anniver- tricting, annexations, polling place changes, but the future will be worse if Congress fails sary. and other changes to methods of elections to act. The Temple Emanu-El of West Essex was (e.g., moving to at-large elections) in areas Fortunately, Congress has the power to established in 1955 in response to growing that are racially, ethnically, or linguis- prevent discrimination and update the Vot- tically diverse; and 3) reductions in language ing Rights Act. An updated Voting Rights demand for a Reform Jewish service within assistance. The 2015 Advancement Act also Act will help not just voters of color, but our Livingston. Originally composed of eleven fam- includes Native American and Alaska Native nation as a whole. Protecting voting rights ilies, the congregation quickly expanded after voting protections that ensure ballot trans- provides legitimacy to our nation’s efforts to the first year to include fifty-six families and lation, registration opportunities on and off promote democracy and prevent corruption has continued to grow throughout the years.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A13AP8.046 E13APPT1 smartinez on DSK9F6TC42PROD with REMARKS E450 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 13, 2016 By 1962, the congregation completed work on Her oldest brother was the first to grow up fast TRIBUTE TO CLINT DUDLEY the physical sanctuary, replacing an old hot- by assisting their father by helping provide for dog stand off of Northfield Road with the Tem- the family. The family relocated from the Val- HON. DAVID YOUNG ple Emanu-El of West Essex. The building is ley Road, which is south of the town of OF IOWA an architectural landmark within Livingston. Charleston to North Creek Road. There Sarah IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The design reflects an artistic interpretation of would not only grow up but it became the Wednesday, April 13, 2016 the Israelites’ Tent of Meeting in the desert place where she reared her own family. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise wilderness. ‘‘It takes a village to raise a family’’ was the today to recognize and congratulate Clint Dud- Since its creation, the Temple Emanu-El of code of the old days. Since the family was ley for being named a 2016 Forty Under 40 West Essex has been an active participant in being led by Sarah’s father and brother, the honoree by the award-winning central Iowa both the local and global community. The con- older women in the community took Sarah and publication, Business Record. gregation established the Social Action Com- her sisters under their wings, teaching them Since 2000, Business Record has under- mittee in 1964, and with the pioneering efforts those things that women must know and do taken an exhaustive annual review to identify of Rabbi Peter Kasdan, often stood at the like managing the home, cleaning the house, a standout group of young leaders in the forefront of many social justice campaigns. protecting each other as mothers do and per- Greater Des Moines Area that are making an Beginning with the Temple Emanu-El of West sonal care as a woman. Essex, Rabbi Kasdan organized a nationwide impact in their communities and their careers. She was very intelligent and therefore Each year, forty up-and-coming community Jewish Reform boycott of grapes in support of school work came easy. She excelled in all United Farm Workers. Other issues of focus and business leaders under 40 years of age her subjects, with many awards, plaques, and are selected for this prestigious honor based included Soviet Jewry, Ethiopian Jewry, and certificates of recognition to support. Edu- Vietnamese Boat People. More recently, the on a combined criteria of community involve- cation was not a giving back during her day of ment and success in their chosen career field. organization has focused on reform rights in growing up so when the opportunity came Israel, Darfur, LGBT rights, and raising aware- The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees along it was treasured because it was seen as will join an impressive roster of 640 business ness for Jewish genetic diseases. the way to a better future. By the time she The Temple Emanu-El of West Essex has leaders and growing. was old enough to be on her own, her father As Owner of Shade Tree Auto LLC and expanded to include an Early Childhood Cen- remarried and moved to St. Louis, MO, taking Snowtel Mowtel Inc. Clint has worked hard to ter, as well as a Holocaust Remembrance her younger sibling with him. But Sarah and make a positive impact on his community and Center opened in 2004. Currently, Rabbi Greg the older sibling stayed on in Charleston to become a successful small business owner. Litcofsky leads the congregation. The Temple chart their own future using what they had His work ethic, drive, and dedication to civic Emanu-El promotes inclusivity within the Jew- learned from those around them about adult duty have made him a leader within his com- ish faith by welcoming not only Jews of all responsibilities. munity. As a member of the Grimes Home backgrounds, but also those of interfaith fami- A Woman: Sarah met and married Mr. Wal- Base Iowa Committee, Clint is dedicated to lies and Jews-by-Choice. This community pro- ter Luther Dailey to become Mrs. Sarah making Grimes a city where veterans can turn vides a strong support network for members, Dailey. The couple made their home and for employment and a place to build their fami- working to fulfill religious, cultural and social raised their children on the family land, owned lies. He also hopes to start a program that needs. From a religious school to a softball by her father and mother. Her motherly in- teaches young people the values of skilled league, the Temple of Emanu-El of West stincts and caring not only provided for her labor and how to pursue a career they can be Essex is more than just a religious institution, family but she became the caring provider for proud of. but a powerful, multi-faceted spiritual commu- other family members. Mrs. Dailey, remem- Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- nity within Livingston. bering her own personal feelings about grow- resent leaders like Clint in the United States In 2007, the Union for Reform Jews Con- ing up without her mother, put her personal Congress and it is with great pride that I rec- gregation recognized the Temple of Emanu-El goals on hold to be a mother to many. ognize and applaud him for utilizing his talents with an Honorable Mention for the Learner’s Mrs. Dailey eventually went to work after to better both his community and the great Award for Adult Education. Many individual her children began school. She worked for the state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues in the members of the Temple have gone on to re- Charleston Clinic in Charleston, MS where she United States House of Representatives join ceive the Union for Reform Jew’s Keva Award remained employed for twenty years until an me in congratulating Clint on receiving this es- for at least one hundred hours of Jewish accident forced her to stop working. Mrs. teemed designation, thanking those at Busi- study. Dailey also became active in the Civil Rights ness Record for their great work, and wishing Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring and Movement in the 1960s. She was a quiet, but each member of the 2016 Forty Under 40 celebrating the Temple of Emanu-El of West a strong woman who was steadfast on making class a long and successful career. Essex for its sixty years of serving as a com- a difference. She supported her children when munity staple, paving the way on many social f the East Tallahatchie School District was inte- justice reform issues, and providing a religious grated. It was during this same time that her HONORING THE SIERRA CLUB, and cultural sanctuary for its active members. children along with other children involved in REDWOOD CHAPTER f the movement were bused off to Parchman HONORING MRS. SARAH DAILEY where some of the children were kept for al- HON. MIKE THOMPSON most a month. OF CALIFORNIA HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON A historian by hobby and interest: Mrs. Daily IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES became the go to person when someone Wednesday, April 13, 2016 OF MISSISSIPPI wanted to know something about civil rights IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, activities in Tallahatchie County in the 1960s. I, along with Representative GARAMENDI and Wednesday, April 13, 2016 She has been interviewed by people as far Representative HUFFMAN, rise to recognize Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- away as London, England and has traveled and honor the Redwood Chapter of the Sierra er, this month and all this month I rise to give with college professors and authors as they Club for its great contribution to the designa- honor to a member of my district whom most gathered information for books they were pub- tion of the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- people don’t know but need to know. So lishing. ment by President Barack Obama on July 10, today, I rise to honor Mrs. Sarah Dailey of Mrs. Dailey continues to participate in com- 2015. Charleston, Mississippi located in Tallahatchie munity related activities and is always eager to This outstanding accomplishment was made County, Mississippi. support efforts that enhance Tallahatchie possible by the tireless work of countless ad- Humble and Challenging Beginnings: Sarah County, Mississippi. She is still an active vocates. Their commitment to engaging was born a couple of years before the Great member of the NAACP, having joined in the friends, colleagues, local residents, busi- Depression and has to her credit the skill of 1960s, nearly fifty years ago. Tallahatchie nesses, stakeholders across the country, and survival and the will to give and gain in all as- County and her children can be proud to be policymakers in a coordinated effort to achieve pects of human life. Her mother passed away connected to this historian and unsung hero. permanent protection was critical to the estab- when she and her siblings were still too young Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me lishment of the Monument. to care for themselves, so all of them to some in honoring, Mrs. Sarah Dailey, of the Mis- Now, the Berryessa Snow Mountain Monu- degree had to grow up sooner than expected. sissippi Second Congressional District. ment may be counted among the hundreds of

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And avid bikers, hikers, camp- HON. TIM RYAN forming the garage of one of its members into ers, horsemen, and sportsmen will be able to OF OHIO an operational department home. By 1935 and enjoy this landmark that is now forever open IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES following a gift of land by the Denville Board of Education, the Denville Fire Department and accessible to outdoor enthusiasts from Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Northern California and beyond. was able to establish its own building outside The Berryessa Snow Mountain Monument Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of the garage. Construction of the Union Hill serves as proof of the value of the Antiquities to honor the life of James M. Coates, 86, who Firehouse was completed in early 1958, and Act and the power of the Executive to protect passed away with his family by his side on following another gift of land by the Denville these lands in the face of inaction by Con- Monday, April 11, 2016. He was reunited on Board of Education, the department was able gress. After extensive input from interested this day with his wife Velma on what would to construct the Valley View Firehouse. parties and substantial evidence of this re- have been their 63rd wedding anniversary. After a decade and a half of successful gion’s value, the Obama administration hon- James was born on February 5, 1930 in Niles, growth, the Denville Volunteer Fire Depart- ored the support of stakeholders, and the Ohio, a son of James and Isabella Brutz ment established a First Aid Department in gravity of conservation. Coates. 1940. Over the following years, the Depart- The legacy of public lands is one of the James was a 1949 graduate of Niles McKin- ment would evolve and expand to meet the most important we can leave for future gen- ley High School, a member of Our Lady of ever increasing needs of the Denville commu- erations. The Berryessa Snow Mountain Mount Carmel Parish in Niles, and a United nity. Private donations and government fund- Monument is a critical piece of a preservation States Army Veteran of The Korean War. ing have been crucial in financing these system that stretches from the Hawaiian Is- James was married to Velma D’Annunzio on projects. lands to the Maine Coast. It has been a privi- April 11th, 1953. He enjoyed spending time By the 1970s, the department boasted a lege working with the Redwood Chapter of the with his family and attending his children’s and membership of more than 100 with five fire Sierra Club to further our mutual goal of pre- grandchildren’s sporting events. During his engines in service at three firehouses. With serving our Nation’s great open spaces, and lifetime, James started 1-Minute Car Wash in their ever-growing group, new construction we look forward to collaborating in the future. 1959; now Coates Car Care, Inc. James ex- began on a new facility for the Main Street f celled in customer service. James was one of Fire Station in 1973. By the fall of 1974, their the founders of The Mahoning Valley Chapter completed home was open, and is their cur- CONGRATULATING JIM of The National Sports Hall of Fame and was rent home today. Continuing in their growth, CUNNINGHAM FOR BEING IN- named Man of The Year in 2001. He was ac- the department established the Junior Fire DUCTED INTO THE MINOR PRO tively involved with The Oblate Sisters of The Auxiliary in 1983. FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME Sacred Heart, The Ohio Car Wash Associa- Over the last twenty years, the fire depart- tion, The Private Industry Council, The Warren ment has continued to expand. Every year, HON. BILL SHUSTER General Hospital Foundation, The Elks, and they answer approximately 500 fire and 1,000 OF PENNSYLVANIA The Loyal Order of Moose. first aid calls and assist nearby departments IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He will be deeply missed by his children; his as they respond to calls in neighboring com- son James Coates Jr. and his wife and their munities. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 five daughters, Roselyn Cera and her husband In the summer, they hold the annual Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Robin, Isabelle Santisi, Angela Stabile and her Denville Firemen’s Carnival which brings congratulate Mr. Jim Cunningham, of Con- husband Robert, Amy Limongi and her hus- Denville and surrounding communities to- nellsville, PA, on being inducted into the Minor band Richard, and Jamie Williams, two broth- gether for lots of food and fun. Other events Pro Football Hall of Fame. ers, Michael Coates and Marty Coates, two the department is involved in include the Hal- Born in Connellsville, PA, Jim grew up ex- sisters, Anna Mae Massullo and Marian loween Parade, Santa Run, Rotary Street Fes- celling in athletics. In fact, during his time at Mitolo, and fifteen grandchildren. tival, and St. Francis Fall Festival. The Connellsville High School, he managed to win He is preceded in death by his parents, his Denville Volunteer Fire Department is a con- 10 varsity letters, competing in Track and wife, a daughter Linda Livi, and a sister Isa- sistent supporter of community activities and Field, Basketball, Swimming, and Football. As belle Marcovecchio. forging strong neighborhood networks. a result of his outstanding performance, Jim James will be honored for his military serv- The past and present members of the was selected all-county in Basketball and ice by The Girard Veterans Council Honor Denville Volunteer Fire Department have gone Football two years in a row, and received Guard. James led a fulfilling life as a soldier, above and beyond their call of duty. From many offers from colleges and universities to a husband and father, and beyond. He will live their dedication to the safety of their commu- play football. in the memory of both his loving family but nity, to raising funds to maintain each fire As a means of encouraging Jim to attend also his wonderful community. house, their unwavering and resilient efforts are truly commendable. Without the sacrifices the University of Pittsburgh, the school ar- f ranged to help his mother out with a heart op- of these men and women, the safety and qual- eration she desperately needed. Thanks to CELEBRATING THE 90TH ANNIVER- ity of life within the Denville community would this kind gesture and Jim’s talent and dedica- SARY OF THE DENVILLE VOLUN- easily deteriorate. tion, he went on to a successful collegiate TEER FIRE DEPARTMENT Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues football career at Pitt that subsequently got to join me in honoring Denville Fire Depart- him drafted by the Washington Redskins in HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN ment for its 90th celebration of service to the township and surrounding communities. the 3rd round in 1961. Following three sea- OF NEW JERSEY sons with the Redskins, Jim eventually re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f turned home to pursue his dream of teaching. HONORING MR. ROGER GIVENS However, it wasn’t long until Jim returned to Wednesday, April 13, 2016 the gridiron, this time playing for the Wheeling Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise Ironmen, of the Continental Football League, today to recognize the 90th Anniversary of the HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON OF MISSISSIPPI for five seasons. Denville Volunteer Fire Department located in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jim eventually retired from teaching in 1997. the Township of Denville in Morris County, In addition to his athletic accomplishments, New Jersey. Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Jim remains grateful for his three children and The Denville Volunteer Fire Department first Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- six grandchildren, as well as his wife, Norma. emerged in June 6, 1926 in response to a dire er, I rise today to honor Mr. Roger Givens. It is my pleasure to highlight Jim’s impres- need in Denville for a fire-fighting organization. Roger Givens was born and raised in the sive football career and also the hardworking The Department is a result of the tireless ef- Sunflower County town, Rome, Mississippi. He

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The community involve- In 2005, after retiring from the state, Givens ployed with MINACT, Inc. as the Business & ment and encouragement from local officials, was hired by MINACT, INC., a minority owned Community Liaison at the Finch-Henry Job including Dr. Aaron Henry, resulted in Givens company based in Jackson, Mississippi, upon Corps Center in Batesville, Mississippi, par- becoming active in state, regional and national the recommendation of a senior MINACT offi- tially named after one of his mentors, the late advocacy groups for Head Start. He served cial, who was a former Head Start employee civil rights leader, Dr. Aaron E. Henry and several terms as President of the Mississippi aware of Givens years of community involve- Governor Cliff Finch. Head Start Parents Association and was a ment and career with the state. Givens consid- Givens accepted his current position after a founding member and two terms President of ered it a blessing to be in a position to use the distinguished career with the Mississippi Em- the National Head Start Parents Association. experience and knowledge from his life long ployment Security Commission (now Mis- After working in a non-status position with career and community service to help the sissippi Department of Employment Security). the Employment Security Commission for ap- Finch-Henry Job Corps Center accomplish the He retired from the Commission in 2004 as proximately three (3) years, in 1972 Givens mission of preparing youth and young adults the first African-American State Director of the became the first African-American to receive a for the workforce and life in general. Employment Service Division. permanent status position in the Clarksdale of- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Givens is currently serving in numerous fice. In 1975 he was selected to enter the in recognizing Mr. Roger Givens for his dedi- local, state and regional organization posi- agency’s Counseling Masters Program at Mis- cation to this great state. tions, continuing his life long practice of serv- sissippi State University. The same year he f ing his community. He is recognized amongst was promoted and selected to start and be TRIBUTE TO BRIANNE his family, his colleagues, and his community Coordinator of the Employment Security Com- FITZGERALD as a man of service and passion to help those mission’s Ex-Offender Placement Program in need and improve his community. Givens based at the Mississippi State Penitentiary. He HON. DAVID YOUNG and his wife of ten years are now residents of received his Masters degree in Counseling OF IOWA Grenada, Mississippi. He is the father of three from Mississippi State University in 1978. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES daughters and grandfather of seven. He is a In 1980, Givens became the first African- member and Deacon of the Greater Pleasant American to be appointed the State Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Grove Baptist Church in Gore Springs, Mis- MonitorAdvocate/Complaint Specialist. He re- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise sissippi. located his family to Jackson to work in the today to recognize and congratulate Brianne Givens attended and graduated from Hunter Employment Security Commission’s head- Fitzgerald for being named a 2016 Forty High School in Drew, Mississippi. After high quarters. Under 40 honoree by the award-winning cen- school he attended and graduated from In 1986, Givens was appointed the Manager tral Iowa publication, Business Record. Coahoma Community College in Clarksdale, of the Greenwood Employment Office, the first Since 2000, Business Record has under- Mississippi. He continued his education at African-American to manage an office in the taken an exhaustive annual review to identify Jackson State University receiving his Bach- Mississippi delta. Within months of relocating a standout group of young leaders in the elor of Science degree in 1969. Immediately his family from Jackson to Greenwood, Greater Des Moines Area that are making an after receiving his degree, Givens assisted his Givens’ family started receiving telephone impact in their communities and their careers. parents in accomplishing a long time goal of threats from callers identified as the KKK ad- Each year, forty up-and-coming community moving off a Sunflower County plantation to vising him to leave the city because the posi- and business leaders under 40 years of age Clarksdale, Mississippi. tion of manager was for whites. Acts of vio- are selected for this prestigious honor based Because of the Coahoma Community Col- lence and damage to his home were com- on a combined criteria of community involve- lege president’s knowledge of Givens and mitted in the following weeks. The threats and ment and success in their chosen career field. three other siblings, Givens’ father was given violence ended after an investigation by the The 2016 class of Forty Under 40 honorees a job at Coahoma Community College by the local law enforcement and the Federal Bureau will join an impressive roster of 640 business leaders and growing. president upon a request by Givens and his of Investigation. During the same year Givens’ As the marketing and communication direc- older brother. While assisting his parents com- co-workers elected him the first African-Amer- tor at Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Iowa plete the move, Givens was hired as a Coun- ican to be president of the Mississippi Chapter Brianne has utilized her expertise in the mar- selor by the Mississippi Employment Security of the International Association of Workforce keting field to raise awareness of the message Commission in Clarksdale. Being married to Professionals (IAWP). During his term as Big Brother and Big Sisters is trying to bring his hometown girlfriend while in college, president, the Chapter improved in employee to the community. She works tirelessly to pro- Givens also assisted his mother-in-law and participation and service to members, obtain- vide resources to those who need them most, five in-laws move off the same Sunflower ing an international ranking of number 6, the so that they too have the opportunity to be- County plantation to Clarksdale. highest in Chapter history. During his five come successful. Her dedication and passion Givens left the Mississippi Employment Se- years as the Greenwood Employment Office for serving others and strengthening the Des curity Commission after four months to teach Manager, Givens was deeply involved in com- Moines community is a true testament to her in the Clarksdale Public School system. Since munity organizations as the Chamber of Com- character and it has not gone unnoticed. the school district was desegregated in the merce and the Greenwood Voters League. Mr. Speaker, it is a profound honor to rep- middle of the year, Givens was not imme- In 1991, Givens was appointed the Employ- resent leaders like Brianne in the United diately offered a contract for the next year be- ment Security Commission Area Supervisor States Congress and it is with great pride that cause the school district was required to seek for the Mississippi delta, the first African-Amer- I recognize and applaud her for utilizing her a balance of white-black teachers. He returned ican in the state to hold an Area Supervisor talents to better both her community and the to the Employment Commission for the sum- position. Partially, because of Givens commit- great state of Iowa. I ask that my colleagues mer and committed to stay after a full time po- ment to staff development and equal oppor- in the United States House of Representatives sition was offered. tunity, the minority office managers in the join me in congratulating Brianne on receiving After only one year in Clarksdale, Givens delta increased from 0 out of 9 to 6 out of 9 this esteemed designation, thanking those at mother-in-law passed and he and wife accept- during his tenure as Area Supervisor. After a Business Record for their great work, and ed the responsibility of caring for the five in- reorganization of the Employment Service Di- wishing each member of the 2016 Forty Under laws left without parents. The in-laws, along vision in 1996, Givens supervisory responsi- 40 class a long and successful career. with Givens three daughters, remained in the bility was expanded to include all of north Mis- f household together until each completed high sissippi. school or moved on to join the workforce or Givens was appointed State Director of the SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS military. Mississippi Employment Security Commission Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, After three years in Clarksdale, Givens lost Employment Service Division in 2001. During agreed to by the Senate of February 4, his father to a heart attack. Givens committed his tenure in the position, he continued his 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- to remaining in Clarksdale to be near his commitment to staff development, teamwork, tem for a computerized schedule of all mother. Also, his work in the community, to in- customer service and equal opportunity. This meetings and hearings of Senate com- clude the Head Start program and the local resulted in broad support within the Employ- mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- chapter of the National Association for the Ad- ment Service Division and a noticeable in- tees, and committees of conference.

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Rosen, of Virginia, to any cancellations or changes in the To hold hearings to examine proposed be a Governor of the United States meetings as they occur. budget estimates and justification for Postal Service. fiscal year 2017 for the Environmental SD–342 As an additional procedure along Protection Agency. 9:30 a.m. with the computerization of this infor- SD–124 Committee on Armed Services mation, the Office of the Senate Daily Committee on Commerce, Science, and To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Digest will prepare this information for Transportation tion of General Curtis M. Scaparrotti, USA, for reappointment to the grade of printing in the Extensions of Remarks Subcommittee on Surface Transportation and Merchant Marine Infrastructure, general and to be Commander, United section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Safety and Security States European Command and Su- on Monday and Wednesday of each To hold hearings to examine the state of preme Allied Commander, Europe. week. the United States maritime industry, SH–216 10 a.m. focusing on stakeholder perspectives. Meetings scheduled for Thursday, Committee on Environment and Public SR–253 Works April 14, 2016 may be found in the Daily Committee on Environment and Public Subcommittee on Clean Air and Nuclear Digest of today’s RECORD. Works Safety To hold hearings to examine new ap- To hold hearings to examine enabling ad- proaches and innovative technologies MEETINGS SCHEDULED vanced reactors, including S. 2795, to to improve water supply. modernize the regulation of nuclear en- APRIL 19 SD–406 ergy. 9:30 a.m. Committee on Homeland Security and SD–406 Committee on Armed Services Governmental Affairs 2:30 p.m. To hold hearings to examine the nomina- To hold hearings to examine the admin- Committee on Energy and Natural Re- tion of General Vincent K. Brooks, istrative state, focusing on an exam- sources USA, for reappointment to the grade of ination of Federal rulemaking. Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, general and to be Commander, United SD–342 and Mining Nations Command/Combined Forces Committee on the Judiciary To hold hearings to examine S. 1167, to Command/United States Forces Korea. To hold hearings to examine the nomina- modify the boundaries of the Pole SH–216 tions of Inga S. Bernstein, to be United Creek Wilderness, the Owyhee River 10 a.m. States District Judge for the District Wilderness, and the North Fork Committee on Banking, Housing, and of Massachusetts, Stephanie A. Galla- Owyhee Wilderness and to authorize Urban Affairs gher, to be United States District the continued use of motorized vehicles To hold hearings to examine under- Judge for the District of Maryland, Su- for livestock monitoring, herding, and standing the role of sanctions under zanne Mitchell, and Scott L. Palk, both grazing in certain wilderness areas in the Iran Deal. to be a United States District Judge the State of Idaho, S. 1423, to designate SD–538 for the Western District of Oklahoma, certain Federal lands in California as Committee on Energy and Natural Re- and Ronald G. Russell, to be United wilderness, S. 1510, to designate and ex- sources States District Judge for the District pand wilderness areas in Olympic Na- To hold an oversight hearing to examine of Utah. tional Forest in the State of Wash- challenges and opportunities for oil SD–226 ington, and to designate certain rivers and gas development in different price 10:30 a.m. in Olympic National Forest and Olym- environments. Committee on Appropriations pic National Park as wild and scenic SD–366 Subcommittee on Department of Defense rivers, S. 1699, to designate certain Committee on Environment and Public To hold hearings to examine proposed land administered by the Bureau of Works budget estimates and justification for Land Management and the Forest To hold an oversight hearing to examine fiscal year 2017 for Defense innovation Service in the State of Oregon as wil- the President’s proposed budget re- and research. derness and national recreation areas quest for fiscal year 2017 for the Envi- SD–192 and to make additional wild and scenic ronmental Protection Agency. Committee on the Budget river designations in the State of Or- SD–406 To hold hearings to examine restoring egon, S. 1777, to amend the Wild and Committee on Homeland Security and stability to government operations. Scenic Rivers Act to authorize the Sec- Governmental Affairs SD–608 retary of Agriculture to maintain or To hold hearings to examine preventing replace certain facilities and struc- 2 p.m. drug trafficking through international tures for commercial recreation serv- Committee on Armed Services mail. ices at Smith Gulch in Idaho, S. 2018, Subcommittee on SeaPower SD–342 to convey, without consideration, the To hold hearings to examine Navy and Committee on the Judiciary reversionary interests of the United Marine Corps aviation programs in re- To hold hearings to examine ensuring ac- States in and to certain non-Federal countability for crime survivors, focus- view of the Defense Authorization Re- land in Glennallen, Alaska, S. 2223, to ing on assessing the Crime Victims quest for fiscal year 2017 and the Fu- transfer administrative jurisdiction Fund after three decades. ture Years Defense Program. over certain Bureau of Land Manage- SD–226 SR–232A ment land from the Secretary of the 1 p.m. 2:15 p.m. Interior to the Secretary of Veterans Commission on Security and Cooperation Committee on Rules and Administration Affairs for inclusion in the Black Hills in Europe To hold hearings to examine the nomina- National Cemetery, S. 2379, to provide To hold hearings to examine anticipating tion of Carla D. Hayden, of Maryland, for the unencumbering of title to non- and preventing deadly attacks on Euro- to be Librarian of Congress. Federal land owned by the city of Tuc- pean Jewish communities. SR–301 son, Arizona, for purposes of economic CHOB–210 2:30 p.m. development by conveyance of the Fed- 2:30 p.m. Committee on Armed Services eral reversionary interest to the City, Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Personnel and S. 2383, to withdraw certain Bureau Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and To hold hearings to examine the current of Land Management land in the State Capabilities state of research, diagnosis, and treat- of Utah from all forms of public appro- To hold closed hearings to examine cy- ment for post-traumatic stress disorder priation, to provide for the shared bersecurity and United States Cyber and traumatic brain injury. management of the withdrawn land by Command in review of the Defense Au- SR–222 the Secretary of the Interior and the thorization Request for fiscal year 2017 Joint Economic Committee Secretary of the Air Force to facilitate and the Future Years Defense Pro- To hold hearings to examine our complex enhanced weapons testing and pilot gram. tax code and the economy. training, enhance public safety, and SVC–217 SD–562 provide for continued public access to

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 05:12 Apr 14, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\M13AP8.000 E13APPT1 smartinez on DSK9F6TC42PROD with REMARKS Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Daily Digest Senate the rights, needs, concerns of, and services available Chamber Action to assist victims and survivors of crime in the Routine Proceedings, pages S1983–S2065 United States. Page S2064 Measures Introduced: Thirteen bills and seven res- Congratulating University of Minnesota Wom- olutions were introduced, as follows: S. 2786–2798, en’s Ice Hockey Team: Senate agreed to S. Res. 423, S.J. Res. 32, and S. Res. 419–424. Page S2024 congratulating the University of Minnesota Women’s Measures Passed: Ice Hockey Team on winning the 2016 National Collegiate Athletic Association Women’s Ice Hockey Protect and Preserve International Cultural Championship. Page S2064 Property Act: Senate passed H.R. 1493, to protect and preserve international cultural property at risk Take Our Daughters And Sons To Work Day: due to political instability, armed conflict, or natural Senate agreed to S. Res. 424, supporting the goals or other disasters, after agreeing to the committee and ideals of Take Our Daughters And Sons To amendment in the nature of a substitute, and the Work Day. Page S2064 following amendment proposed thereto: Authorizing Use of Emancipation Hall: Senate Pages S2062–63 agreed to H. Con. Res. 115, authorizing the use of Inhofe (for Casey/Corker) Amendment No. 3788, Emancipation Hall in the Capitol Visitor Center for relative to emergency protection for Syrian cultural an event to celebrate the birthday of King Kameha- property. Page S2063 meha I. Pages S2064–65 International Women’s Day: Senate agreed to S. Authorizing Use of Capitol Grounds: Senate Res. 388, supporting the goals of International agreed to H. Con. Res. 117, authorizing the use of Women’s Day, after agreeing to the committee the Capitol Grounds for the National Peace Officers amendment in the nature of a substitute. Page S2063 Memorial Service and the National Honor Guard and Pipe Band Exhibition. Pages S2064–65 Congratulating University of North Dakota Men’s Hockey Team: Senate agreed to S. Res. 419, Authorizing Use of Capitol Grounds: Senate congratulating the University of North Dakota agreed to H. Con. Res. 120, authorizing the use of men’s hockey team for winning the 2016 National the Capitol Grounds for the 3rd Annual Fallen Fire- Collegiate Athletic Association division I men’s fighters Congressional Flag Presentation Ceremony. hockey championship. Page S2064 Pages S2064–65 Congratulating Augustana Men’s Basketball Measures Considered: Team: Senate agreed to S. Res. 420, congratulating America’s Small Business Tax Relief Act— the 2016 national champion Augustana Vikings for Agreement: Senate continued consideration of H.R. their win in the 2016 National Collegiate Athletic 636, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 Association Division II Men’s Basketball Tour- to permanently extend increased expensing limita- nament. Page S2064 tions, taking action on the following amendments proposed thereto: Pages S1985–S2019 Congratulating University of Connecticut Wom- Pending: en’s Basketball Team: Senate agreed to S. Res. 421, McConnell (for Thune/Nelson) Amendment No. congratulating the University of Connecticut Wom- 3679, in the nature of a substitute. Page S1985 en’s Basketball Team for winning the 2016 National Thune Amendment No. 3680 (to Amendment Collegiate Athletic Association Division I title. No. 3679), of a perfecting nature. Page S1985 Page S2064 A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- National Crime Victims’ Rights Week: Senate viding that amendments submitted to the previous agreed to S. Res. 422, supporting the mission and substitute, McConnell (for Thune/Nelson) Amend- goals of 2016 ‘‘National Crime Victims’ Rights ment No. 3464, be considered to be submitted to Week’’, which include increasing public awareness of the new substitute, McConnell (for Thune/Nelson) D359

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Amendment No. 3679 (listed above), as long as the that following the disposition of Paul Amendment instructions to the Clerk are drafted properly. No. 3787, Senate vote on or in relation to Cassidy Page S2065 Amendment No. 2954, with a 60 vote affirmative A unanimous-consent agreement was reached pro- threshold for adoption; that following disposition of viding for further consideration of the bill at ap- Cassidy Amendment No. 2954, the substitute, Mur- proximately 9:30 a.m., on Thursday, April 14, 2016. kowski Amendment No. 2953, as amended, be Page S2065 agreed to, and that notwithstanding rule XXII, Sen- Energy Policy Modernization Act—Agreement: A ate vote on the motion to invoke cloture, upon re- unanimous-consent-time agreement was reached pro- consideration, on the bill, as amended, that if cloture viding that at a time to be determined by the Ma- is invoked, all post-cloture time be yielded back, and jority Leader, in consultation with the Democratic Senate vote on passage of the bill, as amended; and Leader, Senate resume consideration of S. 2012, to that budget points of order not be barred by virtue provide for the modernization of the energy policy of this agreement. Pages S2016–19 of the United States; that it be in order to call up Messages from the House: Page S2023 the following amendments en bloc, and that the Measures Referred: Page S2023 amendments be called up and reported by number: Cantwell Amendment No. 3276; Klobuchar Modi- Enrolled Bills Presented: Page S2023 fied Amendment No. 3302; Flake Amendment No. Executive Communications: Page S2023 3055; Flake Amendment No. 3050; Hatch Amend- Petitions and Memorials: Page S2024 ment No. 3237; Murkowski Amendment No. 3308; Heller Modified Amendment No. 3286; Vitter Additional Cosponsors: Pages S2024–26 Amendment No. 3075; Portman/Shaheen Amend- Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: ment No. 3168; Shaheen Modified Amendment No. Pages S2026–29 3292; Heinrich Amendment No. 3155; Manchin Amendment No. 3270; Cantwell Modified Amend- Additional Statements: Pages S2022–23 ment No. 3313; Cantwell Amendment No. 3214; Amendments Submitted: Pages S2029–61 Vitter Amendment No. 3266; Sullivan Amendment Authorities for Committees to Meet: No. 3310; Heinrich Amendment No. 3317; Vitter Pages S2061–62 Modified Amendment No. 3265; Kaine Amendment No. 3012; Alexander/Merkley Amendment No. Privileges of the Floor: Page S2062 3290; Gillibrand/Cassidy Amendment No. 3004; Adjournment: Senate convened at 9:30 a.m. and Warner Modified Amendment No. 3233; Thune adjourned at 7:30 p.m., until 9:30 a.m. on Thurs- Amendment No. 3239; Udall/Portman Amendment day, April 14, 2016. (For Senate’s program, see the No. 3221; Coons Amendment No. 3203; Portman remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s Modified Amendment No. 3309; Flake Amendment Record on Page S2065.) No. 3229; and Inhofe Amendment No. 3251; that immediately following the reporting of the amend- ments, it be in order for the Senate to vote on or Committee Meetings in relation to these amendments en bloc, as well as Murkowski Amendment No. 2963, with no inter- (Committees not listed did not meet) vening action or debate; that it be in order to call BUSINESS MEETING up the following amendments en bloc, and that the amendments be called up and reported by number: Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Mili- Murkowski/Cantwell Modified Amendment No. tary Construction and Veterans Affairs, and Related 3234; Isakson/Bennet Amendment No. 3202; Burr Agencies approved for full committee consideration Amendment No. 3175; Lankford Amendment No. an original bill entitled, ‘‘Military Construction, 3210; Boozman Amendment No. 3311; Udall Veterans Affairs, and Related Agencies Appropria- Amendment No. 3312; and Paul Amendment No. tions Act, 2017’’. 3787; that there be two hours of debate, equally di- vided in the usual form, on the amendments concur- APPROPRIATIONS: MISSILE DEFENSE rently, that no further amendments to these amend- AGENCY ments be in order, and that following the use or Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Depart- yielding back of time, Senate vote on or in relation ment of Defense concluded a hearing to examine to the amendments in the order listed, with a 60 af- proposed budget estimates and justification for fiscal firmative vote threshold for adoption of each of the year 2017 for the Missile Defense Agency, after re- amendments, with no intervening action or debate; ceiving testimony from Vice Admiral J.D. Syring,

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Mexico and the Corps of Engineers, and S. 2717, to EB–5 TARGETED EMPLOYMENT AREAS improve the safety and address the deferred mainte- Committee on the Judiciary: Committee concluded a nance needs of Indian dams to prevent flooding on hearing to examine EB–5 targeted employment Indian reservations, after receiving testimony from areas, after receiving testimony from Representatives Michael Black, Director, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Department of the Interior; Nicholas Garcia, Pueblo Goodlatte, Conyers, and Amodei; Daniel J. Healy, de Cochiti, Cochiti Pueblo, New Mexico; Paul Day, Civitas Capital Group, Dallas, Texas; Timothy J. Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe, Cass Lake, Minnesota; Whipple, Iowa Economic Development Authority, Martn Miguel Ahumada, Din, College, Tsaile, Ari- Des Moines; Peter D. Joseph, Invest In the USA, zona; Julie Roberts-Hyslop, Tanana Tribal Council, Washington, D.C.; and Gary Friedland, New York Tanana, Alaska; and Robert J. Clark, Bristol Bay University Stern School of Business, New York, New Area Health Corporation, Dillingham, Alaska. York. h House of Representatives recorded vote of 242 ayes to 182 noes, Roll No. Chamber Action 142, after the previous question was ordered by a Public Bills and Resolutions Introduced: 15 pub- yea-and-nay vote of 243 yeas to 182 nays, Roll No. lic bills, H.R. 4921–4935; and 3 resolutions, H. 141. Pages H1645–48, H1652–53 Res. 677–679 were introduced. Page H1679 Financial Stability Oversight Council Reform Act Additional Cosponsors: Pages H1680–81 and Raising the consolidated assets threshold Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows: under the small bank holding company policy H.R. 4509, to amend the Homeland Security Act statement—Rule for consideration: The House of 2002 to clarify membership of State planning agreed to H. Res. 671, providing for consideration committees or urban area working groups for the of the bill (H.R. 3340) to place the Financial Sta- Homeland Security Grant Program, and for other bility Oversight Council and the Office of Financial purposes (H. Rept. 114–491); Research under the regular appropriations process, to H.R. 4482, to require the Secretary of Homeland provide for certain quarterly reporting and public Security to prepare a southwest border threat anal- notice and comment requirements for the Office of ysis, and for other purposes, with an amendment (H. Financial Research, and providing for consideration Rept. 114–492); and of the bill (H.R. 3791) to raise the consolidated as- H.R. 4549, to require the Transportation Security sets threshold under the small bank holding com- Administration to conduct security screening at cer- pany policy statement, by a recorded vote of 242 tain airports, and for other purposes, with an amend- ayes to 182 noes, Roll No. 144, after the previous ment (H. Rept. 114–493). Pages H1678–79 question was ordered by a yea-and-nay vote of 243 Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he yeas to 182 nays, Roll No. 143. appointed Representative Jolly to act as Speaker pro Pages H1648–52, H1653–55 tempore for today. Page H1639 Recess: The House recessed at 1:10 p.m. and recon- Recess: The House recessed at 10:34 a.m. and re- vened at 1:30 p.m. Page H1652 convened at 12 noon. Page H1643 Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules Guest Chaplain: The prayer was offered by the and pass the following measures: Guest Chaplain, Reverend Steve Thomlison, St. Ste- Border and Maritime Coordination Improve- phen’s Catholic Church, Exeter, Nebraska. ment Act: H.R. 3586, amended, to amend the Page H1643 Homeland Security Act of 2002 to improve border No Rate Regulation of Broadband Internet Ac- and maritime security coordination in the Depart- cess Act—Rule for consideration: The House ment of Homeland Security; Pages H1655–63 agreed to H. Res. 672, providing for consideration Southwest Border Security Threat Assessment of the bill (H.R. 2666) to prohibit the Federal Com- Act of 2016: H.R. 4482, amended, to require the munications Commission from regulating the rates Secretary of Homeland Security to prepare a south- charged for broadband Internet access service, by a west border threat analysis; Pages H1663–65

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other purposes. H.R. 1486 was ordered reported, as EMPOWERING STATES AND WESTERN amended. H.R. 4894 was ordered reported, without WATER USERS THROUGH REGULATORY amendment. AND ADMINISTRATIVE REFORMS Committee on Natural Resources: Subcommittee on ASSESSING PRESIDENT OBAMA’S MIDDLE Water, Power and Oceans held a hearing entitled EAST AND NORTH AFRICA FY 2017 ‘‘Empowering States and Western Water Users BUDGET REQUEST Through Regulatory and Administrative Reforms’’. Committee on Foreign Affairs: Subcommittee on the Testimony was heard from public witnesses. Middle East and North Africa held a hearing enti- tled ‘‘Assessing President Obama’s Middle East and MISCELLANEOUS MEASURE North Africa FY 2017 Budget Request’’. Testimony Committee on Natural Resources: Full Committee began was heard from Anne W. Patterson, Assistant Sec- a markup on H.R. 4900, the ‘‘Puerto Rico Over- retary, Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, Department sight, Management, and Economic Stability Act of State; and Paige Alexander, Assistant Adminis- (PROMESA)’’. trator, Bureau for the Middle East, U.S. Agency for International Development. WASTE AND INEFFICIENCY IN THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT: GAO’S 2016 COUNTERING EXTREMISM AND THE DUPLICATION REPORT THREAT OF ISIS IN SOUTHEAST ASIA Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Full Committee on Foreign Affairs: Subcommittee on Asia Committee held a hearing entitled ‘‘Waste and Inef- and the Pacific held a hearing entitled ‘‘Countering ficiency in the Federal Government: GAO’s 2016 Extremism and the Threat of ISIS in Southeast Duplication Report’’. Testimony was heard from Asia’’. Testimony was heard from W. Patrick Mur- Gene L. Dodaro, Comptroller General of the United phy, Deputy Assistant Secretary, Bureau of East Asia States, Government Accountability Office; John and the Pacific, Department of State; Marie Rich- Dalrymple, Deputy Commissioner, Services and En- ards, Deputy Counterterrorism Coordinator for Re- forcement, Internal Revenue Service, Department of gional and Multilateral Affairs, Bureau of Counter- Treasury; David Tillotson, Deputy Director, Defense terrorism, Department of State; and Gloria Steele, Chief Management Officer, Department of Defense; Senior Deputy Assistant Administrator, Bureau for and Patrick H. Conway, Acting Principal Deputy Asia, U.S. Agency for International Development. Administrator, Deputy Administrator for Innovation and Quality, and Chief Medical Officer, Centers for PEACEKEEPERS: ALLEGATIONS OF ABUSE Medicare and Medicaid Services, Department of AND ABSENCE OF ACCOUNTABILITY AT Health and Human Services. THE UNITED NATIONS Committee on Foreign Affairs: Subcommittee on Africa, EXAMINING THE SAFETY AND SERVICE OF Global Health, Global Human Rights, and Inter- D.C. METRO national Organizations held a hearing entitled Committee on Oversight and Government Reform: Sub- ‘‘Peacekeepers: Allegations of Abuse and Absence of committee on Transportation and Public Assets; and Accountability at the United Nations’’. Testimony Subcommittee on Government Operations, held a was heard from public witnesses. joint hearing entitled ‘‘Examining the Safety and Service of D.C. Metro’’. Testimony was heard from MISCELLANEOUS MEASURE Carolyn Flowers, Senior Advisor, Federal Transit Ad- Committee on the Judiciary: Full Committee held a ministration; Christopher Hart, Chairman, National markup on H.R. 699, the ‘‘Email Privacy Act’’. Transportation Safety Board; and public witnesses. H.R. 699 was ordered reported, as amended. KEEP IT SIMPLE: SMALL BUSINESS TAX LEGISLATIVE MEASURE SIMPLIFICATION AND REFORM, MAIN Committee on Natural Resources: Full Committee held STREET SPEAKS a hearing on a discussion draft of the ‘‘Puerto Rico Committee on Small Business: Subcommittee on Eco- Oversight, Management, and Economic Stability nomic Growth, Tax and Capital Access held a hear- Act’’. Testimony was heard from Antonio Weiss, ing entitled ‘‘Keep It Simple: Small Business Tax Counselor to the Secretary, Department of the Treas- Simplification and Reform, Main Street Speaks’’. ury; and public witnesses. Testimony was heard from public witnesses.

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Committee on Veterans’ Affairs: Subcommittee on Dis- Testimony was heard from Chairman Goodlatte; ability Assistance and Memorial Affairs held a hear- Representative Williams; and Thomas Barthold, Staff ing on H.R. 3936, the ‘‘VET Act’’; H.R. 4087, the Director, Joint Committee on Taxation. ‘‘Fair Treatment for Families of Veterans Act’’; H.R. ONGOING INTELLIGENCE ACTIVITIES 4757, to amend title 38, United States Code, to ex- Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Sub- pand the eligibility for headstones, markers, and me- committee on Department of Defense Intelligence dallions furnished by the Secretary of Veterans Af- and Overhead Architecture held a hearing entitled fairs for deceased individuals who were awarded the ‘‘Ongoing Intelligence Activities’’. This hearing was Medal of Honor and are buried in private cemeteries; closed. H.R. 4758, to amend title 38, United States Code, to authorize the award of the Presidential Memorial Certificate to certain deceased members of the re- Joint Meetings serve components of the Armed Forces and certain BUSINESS MEETING deceased members of the Reserve Officers’ Training Joint Congressional Committee on Inaugural Ceremonies— Corps; H.R. 4759, to amend title 38, United States 2016: Code, to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs Committee announced the following member- to pay costs relating to the transportation of certain ship: Senator Blunt (Chairman), Senator McConnell, deceased veterans to veterans’ cemeteries owned by a Senator Schumer, Representative Paul Ryan, Rep- State or tribal organization; H.R. 4782, the ‘‘Vet- resentative McCarthy, and Representative Pelosi. erans’ Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act Also, Committee approved its budget. of 2016’’; H.R. 3715, the ‘‘Final Farewell Act of f 2015’’; a draft of the ‘‘Medal of Honor Legacy Act’’; COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR THURSDAY, a draft of the ‘‘Love Lives On Act of 2016’’; a draft APRIL 14, 2016 bill to amend title 38, United States Code, to im- prove the consideration of evidence by Board of Vet- (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) erans’ Appeals; and a draft bill to amend title 38, Senate United States Code, to pay special compensation to Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry: business certain veterans with the loss or loss of use of cre- meeting to consider proposed legislation authorizing ative organs. Testimony was heard from Chairman funds for the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, Miller of Florida; and Representatives Brown of Flor- 9:30 a.m., SR–328A. ida; Costello; and Love; and David R. McLenachen, Committee on Appropriations: business meeting to markup Deputy Under Secretary for Disability Assistance, proposed legislation making appropriations for energy and Veterans Benefits Administration, Department of water development for fiscal year 2017, proposed legisla- Veterans Affairs; Patrick K. Hallinan, Executive Di- tion making appropriations for military construction, rector, Army National Military Cemeteries, Depart- Veterans Affairs, and related agencies for fiscal year 2017, ment of the Army; and public witnesses. and 302(b) subcommittee allocations, 10:30 a.m., SD–106. MISCELLANEOUS MEASURES Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Sub- Committee on Ways and Means: Full Committee held committee on Securities, Insurance, and Investment, with a markup on H.R. 3724, the ‘‘Ensuring Integrity in the Subcommittee on Economic Policy, to hold joint hearings to examine current trends and changes in the the IRS Workforce Act of 2015’’; H.R. 4890, to im- fixed-income markets, 10 a.m., SD–538. pose a ban on the payment of bonuses to employees Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: to hold an of the Internal Revenue Service until the Secretary of oversight hearing to examine options for addressing the the Treasury develops and implements a comprehen- continuing lack of reliable emergency medical transpor- sive customer service strategy; H.R. 4885, the ‘‘IRS tation for the isolated community of King Cove, Alaska, Oversight While Eliminating Spending (OWES) Act 9 a.m., SD–366.

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Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, and Mining, Subcommittee on the Constitution and Civil Justice, to hold an oversight hearing to examine the Bureau of hearing on the ‘‘Prenatal Nondiscrimination Act Land Management’s proposed rule, entitled ‘‘Waste Pre- (PRENDA) of 2016’’, 3 p.m., 2237 Rayburn. vention, Production Subject to Royalties, and Resources Committee on Natural Resources, Full Committee, markup Conservation,’’ published in the Federal Register on Feb- on H.R. 4900, the ‘‘Puerto Rico Oversight, Management, ruary 8, 2016, 2:30 p.m., SD–366. and Economic Stability Act (PROMESA)’’ (continued), 10 Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs: a.m., 1324 Longworth. to hold hearings to examine the Federal perspective on Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, Full Com- the state of our nation’s biodefense, 10 a.m., SD–342. mittee, markup on H.R. 4901, the ‘‘Scholarships for Op- Committee on the Judiciary: business meeting to consider portunity and Results Reauthorization Act’’; H.R. 4902, S. 247, to amend section 349 of the Immigration and to amend title 5, United States Code, to expand law en- Nationality Act to deem specified activities in support of forcement availability pay to employees of U.S. Customs terrorism as renunciation of United States nationality, S. and Border Protection’s Air and Marine Operations; H.R. 2390, to provide adequate protections for whistleblowers 4906, to amend title 5, United States Code, to clarify the at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, S. 2613, to reau- eligibility of employees of a land management agency in thorize certain programs established by the Adam Walsh a time-limited appointment to compete for a permanent Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006, S. 2614, to appointment at any Federal agency, and for other pur- amend the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement poses; H.R. 4921, the ‘‘Ditto Act of 2016’’; H.R. 4904, Act of 1994, to reauthorize the Missing Alzheimer’s Dis- the ‘‘Making Electronic Government Accountable By ease Patient Alert Program, and to promote initiatives Yielding Tangible Efficiencies Act of 2016’’; H.R. 4465, that will reduce the risk of injury and death relating to the ‘‘Federal Assets Sale and Transfer Act of 2016’’; H.R. the wandering characteristics of some children with au- 433, to designate the facility of the United States Postal tism, and the nomination of Clare E. Connors, to be Service located at 523 East Railroad Street in Knox, United States District Judge for the District of Hawaii, Pennsylvania, as the ‘‘Specialist Ross A. McGinnis Memo- 10 a.m., SD–226. rial Post Office’’; H.R. 2607, to designate the facility of Select Committee on Intelligence: to hold closed hearings to the United States Postal Service located at 7802 37th Av- examine certain intelligence matters, 2 p.m., SH–219. enue in Jackson Heights, New York, as the ‘‘Jeanne and Jules Manford Post Office Building’’; H.R. 4425, to des- House ignate the facility of the United States Postal Service lo- Committee on Agriculture, Subcommittee on General cated at 110 East Powerhouse Road in Collegeville, Min- Farm Commodities and Risk Management, hearing enti- nesota, as the ‘‘Eugene J. McCarthy Post Office’’; H.R. tled ‘‘Focus on the Farm Economy: Growing Farm Finan- 4761, to designate the facility of the United States Postal cial Pressure’’, 10 a.m., 1300 Longworth. Service located at 61 South Baldwin Avenue in Sierra Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Defense, Madre, California, as the ‘‘Louis Van Iersel Post Office’’; oversight hearing on United States Pacific Command, 10 H.R. 4777, to designate the facility of the United States a.m., H–140 Capitol. This hearing will be closed. Postal Service located at 1301 Alabama Avenue in Selma, Committee on Armed Services, Subcommittee on Strategic Alabama as the ‘‘Amelia Boynton Robinson Post Office Forces, hearing entitled ‘‘The Missile Defeat Posture and Building’’; and H.R. 4877, to designate the facility of the Strategy of the United States—the FY17 President’s United States Postal Service located at 3130 Grants Lake Budget Request’’, 2 p.m., 2118 Rayburn. Boulevard in Sugar Land, Texas, as the ‘‘LCpl Garrett W. Committee on Education and the Workforce, Subcommittee Gamble, USMC Post Office Building’’, 9 a.m., 2154 on Health, Employment, Labor, and Pensions, hearing en- Rayburn. titled ‘‘Innovations in Health Care: Exploring Free-Mar- Subcommittee on National Security, hearing entitled ket Solutions for a Healthy Workforce’’, 10:30 a.m., ‘‘Connecting Veterans with PTSD with Service Dogs’’, 2 2172 Rayburn. p.m., 2154 Rayburn. Committee on Energy and Commerce, Subcommittee on Committee on Rules, Subcommittee on Rules and Organi- Commerce, Manufacturing, and Trade, hearing entitled zation of the House, hearing on proposed reforms to Rule ‘‘NHTSA Oversight’’, 10 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. XXI and the modern authorization and appropriations Subcommittee on Energy and Power, hearing on H.R. process, 3 p.m., H–313 Capitol. 4775, the ‘‘Ozone Standards Implementation Act of Committee on Science, Space, and Technology, Subcommittee 2016’’, 10:15 a.m., 2322 Rayburn. on Research and Technology, hearing entitled ‘‘Can the Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Capital IRS Protect Taxpayers’ Personal Information?’’, 10 a.m., Markets and Government Sponsored Enterprises, hearing 2318 Rayburn. entitled ‘‘The JOBS Act at Four: Examining Its Impact Committee on Small Business, Full Committee, hearing and Proposals to Further Enhance Capital Formation’’, 10 entitled ‘‘Regulation: The Hidden Small Business Tax’’, a.m., 2128 Rayburn. 10 a.m., 2360 Rayburn. Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on Courts, In- Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- tellectual Property, and the Internet, hearing entitled committee on Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation, ‘‘International Trade Commission Patent Litigation’’, 10 hearing entitled ‘‘Maritime Transportation Safety and a.m., 2141 Rayburn. Stewardship Programs’’, 10 a.m., 2253 Rayburn.

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Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Secretary of Veterans Affairs relating to educational assist- Buildings, and Emergency Management, hearing entitled ance, and for other purposes; a draft of the ‘‘Veterans Suc- ‘‘Blackout! Are We Prepared to Manage the Aftermath of cess on Campus Act of 2016’’; a draft of the ‘‘GI Bill a Cyber-Attack or Other Failure of the Electrical Grid?’’, Oversight Act of 2016’’; and a draft bill to direct the 10 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. Secretary of Labor to carry out a research program to Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, Subcommittee on Health; evaluate the effectiveness of Transition Assistance Pro- and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, joint gram in addressing needs of certain minority veterans, 2 hearing entitled ‘‘Evaluating VA IT: Scheduling Mod- p.m., 334 Cannon. ernization and Choice Consolidation’’, 10 a.m., 334 Can- Committee on Ways and Means, Full Committee, hearing non. entitled ‘‘The Tax Treatment of Health Care’’, 10 a.m., Subcommittee on Economic Opportunity, hearing on 1100 Longworth. H.R. 748, the ‘‘GI Bill STEM Extension Act of 2015’’; Subcommittee on Trade, organizational meeting; and H.R. 2551, the ‘‘Veterans’ Entry to Apprenticeship Act’’; hearing entitled ‘‘Miscellaneous Tariff Bill: Helping U.S. H.R. 3286, the ‘‘HIRE Vets Act’’; H.R. 3419, the ‘‘Sup- Manufacturers through Tax Cuts’’, 2 p.m., 1100 Long- port for Student Veterans with Families Act’’; H.R. 4138, worth. to authorize the Secretary of Veterans Affairs to recoup Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Full Com- relocation expenses paid to or on behalf of employees of mittee, hearing entitled ‘‘General Defense Intelligence the Department of Veterans Affairs; a draft bill to make Program Budget Hearing’’, 9 a.m., HVC–304. This hear- certain improvements in the laws administered by the ing will be closed.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:30 a.m., Thursday, April 14 10 a.m., Thursday, April 14

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Thursday: Senate will continue consider- Program for Thursday: Consideration of H.R. 3340— ation of H.R. 636, America’s Small Business Tax Relief Financial Stability Oversight Council Reform Act and Act (the legislative vehicle for the Federal Aviation Ad- H.R. 3791—To Raise the Consolidated Assets Threshold ministration Reauthorization Act). At approximately Under the Small Bank Holding Company Policy State- 10:30 a.m., Senate will vote on the motion to invoke clo- ment. ture on McConnell (for Thune/Nelson) Amendment No. 3679 to the bill.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Huffman, Jared, Calif., E443, E445 Sessions, Pete, Tex., E445 Marchant, Kenny, Tex., E445 Sewell, Terri A., Ala., E447 Babin, Brian, Tex., E445 Meehan, Patrick, Pa., E439, E441 Shuster, Bill, Pa., E447, E451 Boyle, Brendan F., Pa., E436 O’Rourke, Beto, Tex., E436, E449 Thompson, Bennie G., Miss., E435, E436, E437, E438, Brownley, Julia, Calif., E438 Perry, Scott, Pa., E438 E441, E442, E444, E446, E450, E451 Coffman, Mike, Colo., E440 Ribble, Reid J. E440 Thompson, Mike, Calif., E438, E440, E450 Cooper, Jim, Tenn., E442 Rogers, Harold, Ky., E440 Valadao, David G., Calif., E443 Frelinghuysen, Rodney P., N.J., E435, E437, E439, Roskam, Peter J., Ill., E445 Walberg, Tim, Mich., E444 E440, E443, E446, E449, E451 Ryan, Tim, Ohio, E437, E441, E451 Wilson, Joe, S.C., E437 Guinta, Frank C., N.H., E435 Sa´ nchez, Linda T., Calif., E441 Young, David, Iowa, E435, E436, E438, E439, E441, E442, Gutie´rrez, Luis V., Ill., E436 Schrader, Kurt, Ore., E443 E444, E447, E450, E452

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